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Board
Regular Meeting
September 3, 2008
Regular Meeting
City Council Chambers Beginning at 12:00 pm
SEWARD PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD
Regular Meetin;
September 3, 2008 NOON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Ron Long, Chair
Board Member
Term Expires 2011
Theresa Butts, Vice Chair
Board Member
Term Expires 2009
Deborah Altermatt
Board Member
Term Expires 2010
Daniel Oliver
Board Member
Term Expires 2010
PaulSchuldt
Board Member
Term Expires 2009
Darryl Schaefermeyer
Board Member
Term Expires 2009
Paul Tougas
Board Member
Term Expires 2011
Phillip Oates
City Manager
Bob Hicks
Community Dev. Director
Kari Anderson
Harbor Master
Anne Bailey
Executive Liaison
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND
REPORTS
A. ARRC Representative Louis Bencardino
B. KPB/BDD- City Councilmember Tom Smith
C. Chamber Report Laura Cloward Executive Director
D. Administrative Report- Bob Hicks
E. Harbormaster Report- Kari Anderson
5. Citizens' comments on any subject except those items
scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in
will be given the first opportunity to speak Time is limited
to 2 minutes per speaker and 30 minutes total time for this
agenda item.J
6. Approval of agenda and consent agenda [Approval of
Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by
asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered
separately unless a Board Member so requests. In the
event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular
Agenda.J
Ciry of Seward, Alaska
September 3, 2008
PACAB Agenda
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7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution 2008-03 of the Port and Commerce Advisory Board of the City of
Seward Recommending to the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council
and Administration the Zoning District and Use of the South Harbor Uplands
Area ............................................................................................................ Page 3
B. Review and Discuss the Efficiency and Cost Reduction Study ................... Page 16
C. Set a Work Session to Discuss the Seward Marine Industrial Center Development
Plan .......................................................................................................... Page 17
* D. August 6, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes ................................................... Page 18
9. CORRESPONDENCE, INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action
required)-
A. PACAB Attendance and Seward City Code Requirements ......................... Page 25
10. BOARD COMMENTS
11. CITIZEN COMMENTS [5 minutes per individual -Each individual has one opportunity to
speak.)
12. BOARD AND ADMINSTRATIVE RESPONSE TO CITIZENS'COMMENTS
13. ADJOURNMENT
City of Seward, Alaska PACAB Agenda
September 3, 2008 Page 2
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Sponsored by: Port and Commerce Advisory Board
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD
RESOLUTION 2008-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY
BOARD OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING TO
THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION, CITY COUNCIL AND
ADMINISTRATION THE ZONING DISTRICTAND USE OF THE SOUTH
HARBOR UPLANDS AREA
WHEREAS, under the June 2003 Project Cooperation Agreement between the Department
of Army and the City of Seward for Construction of the Harbor Improvements, dredged material was
deposited behind the newly extended breakwater creating approximately 3.5 acres of filled tidelands
described by the Corps as "BOD Disposal Area 1;" and
WHEREAS, on February 12, 2007, the City of Seward authorized the approval of the
Department of Army Memorandum for record and accepting Disposal Area 1; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward has designated the BOD Disposal Area 1 as the South
Harbor Uplands Area; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward has received inquiries about using the South Harbor
Uplands Area for a wide variety of uses; and
WHEREAS, no long-term plan exists for consideration by the Planning and Zoning
Commission or the City Council; and
WHEREAS, discussing the development of the South Harbor Uplands Area and providing a
recommendation on the zoning district and use of the area is a function of the Port and Commerce
Advisory Board per Seward City Code Section 2.30.325; and
WHEREAS, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board discussed the South Harbor
Uplands Area at the February 20, 2008 Work Session, the June 4, 2008 Regular Meeting and the
September 3, 2008 Regular Meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Seward Port and Commerce Advisory
Board, recommends the following for the zoning and use of the South Harbor Uplands Area:
1. The South Harbor Uplands Area should be designated Zoning
District(s).
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Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Resolution 2008-03
Page 2 of 2
2. The South Harbor Uplands Area should be used for
3. All development on the South Harbor Uplands Area must comply with all land use,
building, fire and electrical regulations in the Seward City Code.
4. All development in the South Harbor Uplands Area should include greenery and
landscaping.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED their recommendation be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for consideration in its review of along-term plan for the South Harbor Uplands Area.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board this 3`d day of
September 2008.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Ron Long, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis,
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 3, 2008
Through: Community Development Directo~,r,,gB,9o~b Hicks
From: Executive Liaison Anne Bailey (ice
Agenda Item: Recommendation for the Zoning District and Use
of the South Harbor Uplands Area
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Under the June 2003 Project Cooperation Agreement between the Department of Army and the City
of Seward for Construction of the Harbor Improvements, dredged and excavated material was
deposited behind the newly extended breakwater creating approximately 3.5 acres of filled land
described by the Corps as "BOD Disposal Area 1."i On February 12, 2007, the City of Seward
authorized the approval of the Department of Army Memorandum for record and accepting the South
Harbor Uplands Area.
The City of Seward has received inquiries about using the South Harbor Uplands Area for a wide
variety of uses (i.e. parking, a "harbornet" project, retail). The Port and Commerce Advisory Board
has discussed the South Harbor Uplands Area at their February 20, 2008 Work Session and June 4,
2008 Regular Meeting. One of the Board Members recommended a South Harbor Uplands Plan be
created to maximize the use of the area and benefit the Seward community. Administration will
create a South Harbor Uplands Plan for City Council approval incorporating recommendations from
the Port and Commerce Advisory Board, Planning and Zoning, City Council, staff and the public.
The Port and Commerce Advisory Board should provide their recommendation, by motion, on the
zoning, use and requirements for the area. A few options are listed below for the Board's
consideration:
ZONING OPTIONS:
A. Zone the northern portion Harbor Commercial District and southern portion Park District z
B. Zone the entire area Park District 3
C. Zone the entire area Harbor Commercial District
D. Other
1 The City of Seward refers to the BOD Disposal Area 1 as the South Harbor Uplands Area.
2 Designating the area Harbor Commercial and Park District is consistent with the Zoning Map.
3 Designating the area Park District is consistent with the Land Use Map.
USE OPTIONS:
A. Potential uses in the Harbor Commercial Zoning District:
• Retail
• Harbormaster's Building
• Storage
• Restroom Facilitya
• "Hazbornet" Project
• Mariner's Memorial
• Handicap Accessible Fishing Pier
• Parking
• Boazdwalk/Sidewalk Expansion
• Green Areas
• Other
B. Potential uses in the Park Zoning District:
• Mariner's Memorial
• "Hazbornet" Project
• Handicap Accessible Fishing Pier
• High End Recreational Vehicle Camping Facilities with amenities (water, sewer, electric
and cable)
• Parking
• Boazdwalk/Sidewalk Expansion
• Green Areas
C. Other Uses?
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this agenda statement is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans and Strategic Plan.
FISCAL NOTE: Not applicable.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution 2008-03, Recommending to the Planning and Zoning Commission, City
Council and Administration the zoning district and use of the South Hazbor Uplands Area.
4 The restroom facility is already in place.
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South Harbor Uplands Area Collection of Ideas
The Plan for the South Harbor Uplands Fill Area is to zone the area Harbor Commercial
District and Park District and to use the area for retail, a Mariners Memorial, a handicap
accessible fishing pier, scientific research and camping. The plan will also address
parking expansion, boazdwalk/sidewalk extension, road access, drainage, utilities, public
safety and aesthetics.
ZONING
Goal: Zone the area Harbor Commercial District and Park District to accommodate
economic development and parks and recreation.
• Harbor Commercial District- The northern 1/3 portions of the South Harbor
Upland area would be designated Harbor Commercial District to accommodate
retail and other forms of economic development.
• Park District- The southern 2/3 portions of the South Harbor Upland area would
be designated Park District. This area will accommodate the Mariner's Memorial
and the handicap accessible fishing pier and would maintain the view of
Resurrection Bay.
Designating the area Harbor Commercial and Park District is consistent with the zoning
map but does not adhere to the land use map. The land use map designates the area as
Pazk district.
LAND USE
Goal: The area would be used for economic development, parks and recreation,
parking and scientific research.
• Economic Development
o Retail areas will be available on the Harbor Commercial portion for lease
via a designated process.
o Plat areas to designated parcel size.
o Create a list of criteria for building on the fill area.
o Lease the parcels at fair market value.
' The portions designated Park District and Harbor Commercial District will be determined by an
engineer.
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o Leases of the pazcels should be carefully drafted with "subject to"
language alerting grantee of dominant estates and Army Corps of
Engineers access rights, etc.
o All development must comply with the Seward City Code.
• Parks District
^ Mariners Memorial
o The Planning and Zoning Commission, the Historic Preservation
Commission, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board and City
Council supported the concept of the Mariners Memorial for the Small
Boat Hazbor.z
o In March 2004, a donation of $1,000.00 (one thousand dollars) by the
Kenai Fjords Yacht Club started a Mariners Memorial Fund through
the 2003 Seward Centennial non-profit account and additional
donations and grants to fund the design, construction and maintenance
of the Memorial will continue to be sought by local organizations and
individuals.
o A 100 foot by 100 foot piece of land located on a southeast portion of
the South Harbor Uplands Area has been designated for the Mariner's
Memorial.
o A conceptual design of the memorial has been completed. A small
scale model will be created and then the final project will be
constructed.
o The Harbor Department will help maintain the facility.
^ Handicap Accessible Fishing Pier
o Construct a handicap accessible fishing pier at the south side of the
South Harbor Upland Area.
o Grant money3 or capital project funds will be needed to accomplish
this project.
^ Restroom Facilities
o The restroom facilities were completed September 2007.4
z City Council Resolution 2006-49; Planning and Zoning Resolution 2006-10; Historic Preservation
Resolution 2006-O1 and Port and Commerce Advisory Board Resolution 2006-07
s Project may be funded through "Dingell Johnson" money collected from sport-fishing licenses.
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o The restroom facility has electric, water and sewage capabilities.
o The restroom facility is maintained by the Harbor Department.
^ Camping Facilities
o Create high end Recreation Vehicle (RV) camping facilities on the
southern strip of the South Harbor Uplands.
o Water, sewer, electric and cable capabilities available for campers, in
compliance with other existing camping regulations, such as 14-day
stay maximum limit.
o Set a rate for the high end camping sites.b
• Scientific Research
^ Harbornet System
o The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) and the Alaska Ocean
Observing System (AOOS) would set up a "Harbornet system" on the
South Harbor Uplands area to monitor wind, temperature,
precipitation, wave and tidal activity.
o The location of the tower/sensors will be installed on the South
Breakwater. The tower/sensors may be moved to the East Breakwater
once the Army Corps of Engineers completes the extension and
alterations.
o UAA and AOOS have funding for this project and would construct a
prototype in the winter of 2008 and install the system in January 2009.
o Responsibility and Maintenance of the Tower will not be a Ciry
function.
/ Funding for Development and Installation- UAA and AOOS
/ Management of Data, Archives and Website- AOOS
a A Building Permit was issued 4-17-2007. A Certificate of Occupancy was issued 8-31-2007 and Planning
and Zoning Resolution 2007-02 granted the City of Seward Harbor Department a Floodplain Variance for
the project.
SThreat of landslide tsunami damage may be such that overnight occupancy by any function should be
prohibited by intention and code).
6 Current fees are $30 a day for water/electricity. Proposed fee for new high end sites $50+ per night.
~ Currently Seward City Code does not permit antennas/towerslsensors in the Harbor Commercial or Park
District.
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/ Maintenance of the Tower- National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) or AOOS
/ Cost-Sharing to Fund the Project in the Future
o Lease and Electrical Issues need to be discussed with appropriate
departments before work begins.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
Goal: Ensure safe and convenient parking and transportation services that address
the needs of Seward residents, businesses and visitors.
• Parking Facility
o Parking spaces are in high demand in the summer season for the harbor area.
Currently, the Paid Parking Department uses the South Harbor Uplands Area
for pazking. There aze a total of 189 parking sites; 20 of the sites are for 30
minute parking and 3 are ADA accessible. The other 166 sites are used for
non-ADA vehicles and trailers.
o A portion of the South Harbor Uplands Area would be used for pazking.g
o The parking lot needs to comply with all Seward City Code requirements and
a storm water system needs to be installed.
o Lighting requirements need to be considered and comply with Seward City
Code.9
o Parking fees are consistent with the Seward City Code § 11.15.010. See
Attachment A for the Parking Fee Schedule.10
o Overnight camping, trailers and motor home parking is currently prohibited
on the South Harbor Uplands Area per City policy in deference to earthquake,
tsunami or other risks.
• Boardwalk/Bike Pathtt
o Extend the boardwalk and/or bike path connections around the northern edge
of the South Harbor Upland Area and extend the bike path azound the
a The parking facility will be determined by an engineering study or a TNH design concept proposal.
9 Lighting considerations: -How much, type, height, quantity and size?
10 Parking fees are amended by City Council resolution and generally discussed each fall during the
upcoming fiscal yeaz budget.
" Potential funding could come from the Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation Trails Grant.
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southern portion of the South Harbor Uplands Area per the Boardwalk
PlanBike Path requirements.12
o Extend the bike path from the Wellington (pavilion) picnic site along the
beach and Harborside Campgrounds to the South Harbor Uplands Area.
o The Harbor Department will be responsible for the boardwalk maintenance,
and the Parks & Recreation Department will be responsible for the bike path
maintenance.13
• Road Access
o The road access is off of Fourth Avenue, through the harbor area "Permit
Only" parking lot.14
o The road will be a two way street with turnaround at the end of the uplands
to allow vehicles to turn around safely. is
o The road will provide access to S, M, N, O and P floats and access to parking
for the proposed handicap accessible fishing pier and allow access to slip
holder parking to loadlunload their supplies and equipment.
o The road will comply with all fine and public safety requirements.
o The road will comply with the Seward City Code requirements.
o The road may need to be engineered. ~ 6
o The Public Works Department will maintain the road system.
• Drainage
o Drainage plans need to be created to meet the Storm Water Prevention Plan
Permit requirements.
o Engineered drawing will be needed.
PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES
'Z Update the Hazborside Concept.
" The Public Works Department is seeking solution for the "fishing culverts" failure and proposals to
continue to allow pedestrian connection along the waterfront.
la The access off of Fourth Avenue also serves Hazborside Campground, behind the condos. With the
culvert failwe, this is the only existing access.
15 Road design could change depending on the engineer study,
ib The storm drainage system may necessitate the need to engineer the road. Requirements may change if
the funding for the road is Federal, State or City money. As-bunts are needed.
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Goal: Provide quality public facilities and services to the residents, businesses and
visitors of Seward.
• Utilities
o Utility use is directly correlated to development in the South Harbor
Uplands Area.
^ Electric
o The current electrical infrastructure is shown on Attachment B.
o Approval from the Electric Department is required before any
development occurs.
^ Water
o Water infrastructure availability is correlated with development in
the South Harbor Uplands Area.
o Currently, there is not water distribution system developed on the
South Harbor Uplands Area. Water is available.l~
o Approval from the Public Works Department is required before
any development occurs.
^ Sewage
o Sewage infrastructure availability is correlated with development
in the South Harbor Uplands Area.
o The sewage load can only handle boats and the restroom facility
located on the South Harbor Uplands Area.
o Currently, there is no wastewater collection system on-site. The lift
station that is on-site will accommodate some level of
development- although a wastewater collection system will need to
be developed.
o The South Harbor Uplands Area sewage system is not consistent
with the rest of the City of Seward. The Harbor Department is
responsible fox the sewer system on the Uplands.tg
17 A limiting factor is the size of the water main (8"),
18 The sewer system on the South Harbor Uplands is a sewer service, which is the property owner's
respansibitity.
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• Public Safety
^ Fire
o All development and activities on the South Harbor Uplands Area
must comply with all Fire requirements found in the Seward City
Code.
o Approval from the Fire Department is required before any
development occurs.
^ Flood
o The South Harbor Uplands area is in a Coastal High Hazard Area
(FIRM "V" Zones), which means it is in high velocity waters
(wind, tidal action, tsunami, etc.) creating waves of magnitude or
velocity to endanger property and lives.
o A Development Permit is required before beginning any structures,
fill, storage of materials, drainage facilities, etc
a) Construction materials and methods are regulated
^ Anchoring on piling or columns to prevent flotation
and lateral movement (100-year mean recurrence
level of wind and water); fill prohibited as structural
support
^ Materials and utilities resistant to flood damage
^ Space with breakaway panels required below (BFE)
b) All construction landward of mean high tide
o Floodplain management Variance Process and Procedures
a) Technical evaluations and 11 standards must be addressed
b) Showing of
i. Good and sufficient cause
ii. Exceptional hardship to the applicant
iii. Variance will not result in increased flood heights
c) Hearing before the Planning and Zoning Commission
^ Natural Disaster
o A Tsunami warning sign will be posted at the entrance of the South
Harbor Uplands Area.
o Evacuation signs from the float area and parking area will be
posted.
o Route directional signs will be posted.
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o Buildings, roads and other infrastructure should follow
requirements in the Seward City Code.
o An emergency siren is located next to the Harbormaster's building.
It is designated to cover all of the harbor area including the
Railroad's freight dock and past the Department of Transportation
yard.
^ Building Code
o All commercial buildings built inside the City of Seward have to
meet all the related requirements in the 2006 IBS for the structural
related issues ETC and the amendments the City of Seward have
done to the code.
o An Alaska Stamped structural architectural engineered drawing is
mandatory for new construction.
COMMUNITY APPEARANCE
Goal: Improve the appearance of the community through increased landscaping,
beautification efforts and creating a user friendly environment.
• Aesthetics
o Greenery and landscaping fitting the harsh weather and non-organic
conditions should be used throughout the South Harbor Uplands Area and
be managed by the City.
o Landscaping should be a requirement in any private development.
o Installation of decorative or theme street lights.
o Have bike racks available.
o Create areas between all development that is ADA and public accessible.
*Last updated on August 27, 2008.
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MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
Through:
From:
Subject:
September 3, 2008
Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Community Development Director fob Hicks
Executive Liaison Anne Bailey p`~'7
Review and Discuss the Efficiency and Cost Reduction Study
City Council held a Work Session on September 2, 2008 and another Work Session has been
scheduled for September 3, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the Efficiency and Cost Reduction
Study. The study considers topics that range from human resources to weatherization. PACAB
would like the opportunity to review and discuss the study. The Board may want to schedule a
Work Session to discuss the document in more detail.
Due to the volume of the document hard copies will be available at the Seward Library and the
Clerk's Office. The information should also be available on the City Website and if possible it
will be sent to you as a pdf.
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MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
Through:
From:
Subject:
September 3, 2008
Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Community Development Director Bob Hicks
Executive Liaison Anne Bailey ~b~
Set a Work Session to Discuss the Seward Marine Industrial Center Development
Plan
The Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) Development Plan was adopted by Council on
April 28, 2008 by Resolution 2008-33. The SMIC Plan states "It is reconunended that the SMIC
Development Plan be reviewed annually and updated within five years, or more often as
needed." In October 2007 PACAB thoroughly reviewed the Plan and would like to do the annual
review in October 2008 to track accomplishments, changes and inadvertent omissions.
The Board should set a Work Session in October to discuss the SMIC Development Plan. Staff
will provide a list of what has been accomplished and what is currently being worked on from
the Plan for Board review. Possible dates for the Work Session are the regularly scheduled
PACAB Work Session on October 15, 2008 at noon or any other day the Board chooses. The
Board is allowed under Seward City Code 2.30.320 (a) to designate their own time and place for
Meetings and Work Sessions.
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City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Minutes
August 6, 2008 Volume 3, Page 236
CALL TO ORDER
The regular August 6, 2008 meeting of the Seward Port and Commerce Advisory Board was
called to order at 12:05 p.m. by Chair Long.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Board Member Butts led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present:
Dan Oliver
Paul Tougas
Theresa Butts
Board Member Ron Long presiding, and
Darryl Schaefermeyer
Deborah Altermatt
comprising a quorum of the Board; and
Bob Hicks, Community Development Director
Kari Anderson, Harbor Master
Anne Bailey, Executive Liaison
Absent: Paul Schuldt Paul Tougas- Excused
ARRC Representative Louis Bencardino-
Alaska Railroad Dock manager Louis B
on the following issues:
• Flooding had occurred up north and the prob~~~,-being fixed.
• This week there would be double cruise ship da' N!'x~ t~nst 7, 8 and 10, 2008. He
hoped it would help the downtown area. ;-'~~~
• The train depot had been busy and had brought manepeop~
• Ships have affected the camels at the railroad dock but the pr's
care of.
• NOAA had done some work on their equipment in the crut
• Improvements may be done to the cruise ship terminal parkit
• The area near the train depot had been cleaned up to allow
ship of the season would arrive September 18,
Tom Smith- None
Director-
being taken
room
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City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Minutes
August 6, 2008 Volume 3, Page 237
Cloward stated the Silver Salmon Derby began next week and during the Derby period eight
cruise ships would arrive in Seward with two ports of call. She stated a group of fourteen Estonians
would be in Seward on Thursday, August 7, 2008 doing an economic development visit. She
mentioned the Don Young Invitational started on August 7, 2008 and the dinner would occur Friday
night. She noted not all of the Fishing Charters were booked for the Derby but said the Chamber had
received many calls from people interested in participating. Cloward speculated that the Seward
community was doing better than other communities on the Peninsula and stated a graduate student
mentioned the diversity of Sewazd's community was keeping the economy strong. She stated the end
of the season train was September 13, 2008 and hoped to do the volunteer appreciation event the
night before. She concluded her report by explaining the Silver Salmon Derby prizes.
Administrative Report
Community Development Director Bob Hicks reported on the
• A company called Lucky Trading had leased railroad property for ~~~
iron, had leased a house in Sewazd and applied for a Conditional Use`;1
would go for the Planning and Zoning Commission on August 19, 20t
• He explained another scrap metal company had looked at leasing SMI
• Stated he would have to leave the meeting at 1:00 p.m. due to another
In response to Schaefermeyer, Hicks described the two different scrap metal companies and
their objectives.
Long noted the North Slope plants
putting new iron in and sending old iron out.
Harbormaster Report
Harbormaster Kari Anderson reported on the
• The Extension of the 50 ton travel lift had been
,,:.
• Construction on _T doj primarily finished.
pedestals aid s~~uld be ~xi~c~leted in September
dock which should be ~otiia in C1c nher.
items:
on July 22, 2008.
ring done on the power
l b~itg placed on the T
• The Harb'c1~l3~partment played~`birole in the Nash RoadASS"gallt
whicli~was cam~f~ on July 2~~ COQ ~ ~~
• New engines har~been~installed on the str[~Il, Harbor Boat to empt
• Staff was still wo~Tcux~#,~ the Coast ~~nn relocating their~bu
had a meeting scheduje~'tt)~ the Must `~ *s ~ctain.
• Alaska Department of ~i'~~ a~~ dame had tried ti~:~et money fora r
w~, ;,~
station in the north east harbq~~~tc~eptual dgnt5lans have been
are lobbying for money. ~ ~~ „~~_ ~:
• The blue commercial vessels
intending to visit Seward in O
the Railroad
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• Melody Moline was hired to replace Judi Sweeny in the Harbor Department.
• The Harbor Department would be working on the 2009 budget.
• Negotiations were taking place with the Trustees of Alaska regarding the Storm
Water Prevention Plans and Permitting lawsuit.
• A meeting was held with the Army Corps of Engineers to look at and discuss the
breakwater extension project.
• The Silver Salmon Derby would start this weekend and harbor staff would be
working extended hours. Volunteers would help during the Derby.
• Requested help with the South Harbor Development Plan due to inquiries about
projects for the area.
• Introduced Orson Smith who would be discussing the Harbornet project.
In response to Schaefermeyer, Anderson stated the breakwater extension would help with the
harbor entrance situation and the timeline to complete the project was based on funding and the
salmon runs.
In response to Long, Anderson stated the Army Corps did not want to piecemeal the project
and pay for mobilization and demobilization costs. She continued that tltd Aran ,Corps and the
Senate Appropriations Committee would come in September to look at the bakwatei"project again.
Anderson noted the Army Corps had looked at the Lowell Cree1~~3'uttnel "project too.
Long stated he would like to see something done to the breakwater to~YOid further damage to
facilities and property and he discussed the budget cycle. Long reported he-dad received many
>,,~
favorable comments from visitors about the Fourth of July. ~~
Alaska Harbornet Presentation- Orson Smith
Orson Smith introduced himself, briefly described his work history and''!G~~~
Harbornet, a harbor prototype data collection systems project in great detail. He explained ~,' ~ ,
working with the Sealife Center, Alaska Ocean Observing System and NOAA on the projedtatf
explained the entrance channel to the Seward harbor was the proposed location for the project
Smith explained what equiprge~t.`~uould~be required for the project, what type of data would be
collected and the proposed stv~de~yst~n„ I-~e continued to explain the project details.
In response
archived and availz
stated the data'ct~llected from the statewide system would be
iet and site specific i~fonnation would also be available.
In further response to But~~mith stated we
system and the optimum place for tli~~system would
was extended. He stated the equipment eoul~~t~q„tno~
was no need to delay the project. ,~ ,,,
In response to Schaefermeyer, Smith stated t
and there would be regular and routine maintenaricrr
l be a feature on the Harbornet
of the East Breakwater once it
outh Harbor Uplands and there
powered by solar power
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Oliver stated that UAF had a webcam that faced south.
Long stated this was an interesting proj ect and the data would be helpful. He questioned the
tsunami warning system.
The Board continued to discuss the tsunami aspect of the project.
Citizens' comments on any subject except those items scheduled for public hearing-
Willard Dunham, inside city limits, discussed the energy issues in the Senate and
anyone had comments they should call the Senators Office
The Board discussed the energy issues in further detail.
Dunham provided the numbers for Senator Steven's and Senator
Approval of the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion (Schaefermeyer/Altermatt)
Approve the Agenda and Consent
Agenda
Motion Passed
The following items were approved under
June 4, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes
Special Items
Unanimous Consent
Agenda:
Nominate, vote and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair for
Board
Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Election of Chair and Vice Chair
Long opened the floor
Commerce Advisory
Nominate Long as the
Seeing no further nominations,
were closed.
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Motion Passed
Unanimous Consent
Long opened the floor for Vice Chair
nominations.
Motion (Schaefermeyer/Long)
Nominate Butts as the Vice Chair
Seeing no further nominations, nominations
were closed.
Request for Unanimous Consent
Motion Passed
Unfinished Business-None
New Business-
SMIC Development Plan Update
Unanimous Consent
Anderson referred to the SMIC Development Plan by Type and Initiator _
Hicks. She explained to the Board what was being done and what had been completed on the list.
In response to Anderson, Long stated fill and create uplands behind the north dock was an
artifact from the old plan and mentioned a Corps of Engineers fill permit.
Anderson continued to provide the Board a SMIC Plan update.
Long stated the Board will review the SMIC Plan in October.
Set a Work Session to
Anderson stated ~ had c"rE
statements made at work°sessip~s and
Bailey noted that Altern
Harbor Uplands Area. Bailey sta
created a plan for the area that a~
review it and then have PACAB
Harbor Uplands Conceptual Plan
Harbor Uplands Conceptual Plan based on
addressed zoning and future use of the area.
plan should be created for the South
'S, staffs and Council's comments and
:other issues. She stated staff would
Long interjected that Council had taskedP~~~4B to
items they would like to see incorporated in it~H~'state
compilation of what has been heard and what was rentl~
built of what was there now for the upcoming work's~sio'
nt plan and stipulated
place was to have a
~. He requested an as-
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Anderson responded that she may not be able to produce a drawing by the upcoming work
session.
Long suggested having a discussion of the SMIC Upland Boat Work Policy on August 20,
2008 and discuss the South Harbor Uplands Plan on September 17, 2008.
The Board and staff discussed what they would like to have available at the September ] 7,
2008 work session.
By general consensus, the Board set the August 20, 2008 Work Session topic as "Discuss the
Upland Boat Work Policy" and the September 17, 2008 Work Session topic as "Discuss the
South Harbor Uplands Conceptual Plan."
Correspondence, Information Items and Reports (no action required) -
PACAB/City Council To-Do List
Long stated the PACAB/Council work session was
direction.
In response to Anderson, Long stated the Board rec
regards to the SMIC Upland Boat Work Policy but were not
issue.
Butts discussed generating reports for Council and offered to create
increase productivity.
The Board discussed the to-do list and how to report items to Council.
Board Comments -
Oliver mentioned
Altermatt mended the need for
y
and a contained boat`cleagm~ar~a and she
harbor users in the 2009 bud~et:= ' ~: ~ _;,.
a tour of SMIC.
to
Council's
m
in the northwest portion of the harbor
d not be any new increases in fees for
Schaefermeyer stated he dis
as a lay down and he had not repli
electric project and energy funding
Butts declared a local man was
email frc-~ Andy: Baker on the hydro-electric project
wiry. Schaefeyer further discussed the hydro-
- ~.
prices and sales tax.
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Long discussed the wind generator located at the Harbor and stated the laserfische system for
packet distribution was not working and suggested another method of distribution.
Citizen Comments [5 minutes per individual -Each individual has one opportunity to speak.J-
Dunham discussed AVTEC expansion and suggested the City work closely with them. He
mentioned the Andy Baker issue.
Chair Long excused himself at 1:45 p.m.
Board and Administrative Response to Citizens' Comme
Adjournment
Vice Chair Butts adjourned the meeting at 1:47 p.m.
Anne Bailey
Executive Liaison
(City Seal)
2~
MEMORANDUM
Date:
To:
Through:
From:
Subject:
September 3, 2008
Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Community Development Director Bob Hicks
Executive Liaison Anne Bailey c~`cx~~`j
PACAB Attendance and Seward City Code Requirements
Attached is a list of the PACAB member's attendance for 2008 per Chair Long's request. Seward
City Code § 2.30.315 C states "Following a member's absence from three consecutive regular
meetings of the board, the remaining board members shall decide whether the board member
should be retained or whether to request council appointment of a new member." No action is
required.
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PACp` __~ F~a~~aaa
No longer on the Board or not on the Board Yet
-'-"~ p_ present
E_Bxcused
A_ Absent
te'. Attendance at the Work Sessions is not kept.
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