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September 14, 2009
City Council Chambers Beginning at 7: 00 in.
1963 1965 2005 The City of Seward, Alaska
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
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September 14. 2009 7:00 p.m.
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Clark Corbridge
Mayor
Term Expires 2009
Willard E. Dunham
Vice Mayor
Term Expires 2010
Robert Valdatta
Council Member
Term Expires 2009
Tom Smith
Council Member
Term Expires 2009
Betsy Kellar
Council Member
Term Expires 2009
Jean Bardarson
Council Member
Term Expires 2010
Marianna Keil
Council Member
Term Expires 2010
Phillip Oates
City Manager
Jean Lewis
City Clerk
Cheryl Brooking
City Attorney
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. 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.]
5. 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 council member so requests. In the event of such a request,
the item is returned to the Regular Agenda]
6. SPECIAL. ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
A. Proclamations and Awards
1. 161h Sobriety Gathering Sponsored by Qutekcak Native Tribe on
September 19, 2009......................... .Pg 4
2. Community Invitation Read for the Grand Opening of Seward
Mountain Haven on September 19, 2009.. . Pg 5
3. Recognition of The Wilde Family as the Seward Chamber
Volunteers of the Year .............................. .Pg 7
B. Borough Assembly Report
C. City Manager's Report
D. Other Reports, Announcements and Presentation
PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
�. NEW BUSINESS
A. Ordinance for Introduction
* l . Ordinance 2009-007, Amending City Zoning Map By Rezoning
Lots 25 And 26a, Block 12, Original Townsite Of Seward From Single Family
Residential (RI) To Urban Residential (UR) Located On The West Side Of
Brownell Street And North Of Washington Street At 208 And 210 Brownell
Street............................................................................Pg 8
City of Seward, Alaska
September 14, 2009 Council Agenda
Page I
B. Resolutions
* 1. Resolution 2009-083, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A U
se
Agreement With The Great Alaska Council, Boy Scouts Of America For The Purpose
Of Reserving A Portion Of The Waterfront Park From May 21 Through May 24, 2010,
And Waiving Camping Fees ............................................. . ............Pg 18
*2. Resolution 2009-084. Authorizing A New Debt Service Fund To Account
For
Capital Cost Reimbursements, Other Revenues, And Debt Service Costs P Associated 2
With Seward Mountain Haven ...................................................... g
3. Resolution 2009-085 Authorizing Additional Funding In The Amount Of $226,000
As A Portion Of The City's Cost Share Of The East Breakwater Extension Project, An
Appropriating Funds...................................................................Pg 29
*4. Resolution 2009-086s Supporting A Memorandum Of Agreement Between The City
Of Seward And The Seward Community Library Museum Building Committee
In
Their Mutual Desire To Develop, Finance, Design And Construct A New Co -Located
Library Museum Facility And Directing The City Manager To Sign As The City Of
Seward Representative.................................................................Pg 35
* 5. Resolution 2009-087, Accepting Grant Funds In The Amount Of $10,000 From
Rasmuson Foundation And $5,000 From The Seward Community Library Associat
ion
To Be Utilized To Fund Production Of A 1964 Earthquake Documentary
And
Appropriating Funds.................................................................. g
41
6. Resolution 2009-088,. Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Contract With
Harmon Construction For Construction Of A New Sand Shed For An Amount Not To 4
Exceed $124,692, And Appropriating Funds.......................................Pg 9
C. Other New Business Items
* 1. Approval Of August 24, 2009 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. • • •Ka Steiner
*2. Approve election board workers, Jean Cripps, Jean Bardarson, Mark ,
Rose MacSwain and Betty Casey Skinner for the October 6, 2009 Municipal
Election....................................................... .
*3. Approve rove Canvass Board workers; Kim Reierson, Lori Draper, Debbie Bond and Jackie Campbell for the October 6, 2009 Municipal Election .........................Pg 65
4. Council to give direction on Draft Evaluation forms for the City Manager,
City
Attorney and City Clerk .................................................... Pg
5. Direct the
city
clerk to advertise for the vacant council seat beginning September 17
and end October 2, 2009 in order to appoint at the October 23, 2009 regular meeting.
10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action required)
A. Written AML Mayor's Conference report and attachments by Vice -Mayor Willard
Dunham.................................................................... .
Council Agenda
City of Seward, Alaska Page 2
September 14, 2009
B. Alaska Dail:y News Article on Southcentral utilities and possible gas shortages. Pg 90
11. COUNCIL COMMENTS
12. CITIZENS' COMMENTS [S minutes per individual - Each individual has one
opportunity to speak.]
13. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZENS' COMMENTS
14. ADJOURNMENT
City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda
September 14, 2009 Page 3
WHEREAS, the Qutekcak Native Tribe is sponsoring its 16"' Annual
Sobriety Gathering to celebrate those individuals living a sober lifestyle
and give hope to those who desire sobriety; and
WHEREAS, this cultural gathering has evolved into an annual
celebration of sobriety; and
WHEREAS, the emphasis of this event is on the Alaska Native/American
Indian traditional way of life and issues related to alcohol/substance
abuse and prevention; and
WHEREAS, the Sobriety Gathering establishes a "safe space" accessible
to all members of their community, native and non-native, to commit to
and celebrate sobriety; and
WHEREAS, it provides a conduit for sharing native culture with everyone
while enhancing awareness of the Alaska Native population's issues and
challenges; and
WHEREAS, the open sharing of this style of gathering crosses cultural
barriers while educating all involved about the social, emotional, and
spiritual issues dealt with in substance abuse recovery; and
IS, this year's gathering will be on September 19, 2009 from
to 6: 00 p. m. at the Alaska Railroad Cruise Ship Terminal; and
WHEREAS, events include native dance and drum groups, inspirational
speakers, local and Alaska native arts and craft vendors, and a community
potluck; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward proudly congratulates Qutekcak Native
Tribe for its efforts and wishes them another successful gathering.
NOW THEREFORE, I Clark Corbridge, Mayor of the City of Seward,
Alaska, do hereby recognize, honor, and thank the Qutekcak Native Tribe
for their constant dedication to the community.
Dated this 14th day of September, 2009.
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Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission
Introduction Date: September 14, 2009
Public Hearing Date: September 28, 2009
Enactment Date: September 28, 2009
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2009-007
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA, AMENDING CITY ZONING MAP BY
REZONING LOTS 25 AND 26A, BLOCK 129 ORIGINAL
TOWNSITE OF SEWARD FROM SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL (RI) TO URBAN RESIDENTIAL (UR) LOCATED
ON THE WEST SIDE OF BROWNELL STREET AND NORTH OF
WASHINGTON STREET AT 208 AND 210 BROWNELL STREET
WHEREAS, applicants Sven and Barbara Ebbesson have submitted an
application and the filing fee, requesting Lot 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of
Seward, be rezoned from Single Family Residential (R1) to Urban Residential (UR); and
WHEREAS, the separately owned single 3,000 square foot Lot 25, adjacent to
the south has also been included in this rezone; and
WHEREAS, the current Zoning of the two parcels is Single Family Residential
(R1) and the current Land Use Plan map designation recommends the parcels be rezoned
to Urban Residential (UR); and
WHEREAS, Lot 26A, was replated in April 1988 and contains approximately
8,400 square feet and Lot 25, is an originally platted lot 30 X 100 feet, totaling
approximately 3,000 square feet; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Code SCC § 15.01.035, Amendments, (b) (3)
allows the consideration of this rezone because the land is contiguous to the requested
zoning district and is recommended by the Land Use Plan Map; and
WHEREAS, a goal of the Seward Comprehensive Plan is to bring the Zoning
Map into conformance with the Land Use Plan; and
WHEREAS, the official Zoning Map described in SCC 15.01.030 will be
amended from Single Family Residential (R1) to Urban Residential (UR) as
recommended on the official Land Use Plan map; and
WHEREAS, the Planning & Zoning Commission has complied with public
notice and public hearing procedures for amending zoning and land use district
designations, as required by Title 15; and
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City of Seward
Ordinance 2009-0011
WHEREAS, at the August 4, 2009 meeting, the Planning and Zoning
Commission reviewed the application, held a public hearing and recommended Cit
Council approval of the proposed zoning amendment included in this ordinance. y
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The official Zoning Map of the City is hereby amended to change the
zoning designation of Lots 25 and 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of Seward from
Single Family Residential (R1) to Urban Residential (UR) (as displayed in attached
document).
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days following enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
THIS 28�' DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2009. '
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Clark Corbridge, Mayor
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: September 28, 2009
Through: Phillip Oates, City Manager ojOcov
From: Christy Terry, Community Development Director
Donna Glenz, Associate Planner
Agenda Item: Rezoning of Lots 25 and 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of Seward
from Single Family Residential (R1) to Urban Residential (UR)
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Attached for City Council review and adoption is Ordinance 2009- , amending the Zoning
Map by rezoning Lots 25 and 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of Seward, from Single Family
(RI) to Urban Residential (UR) (see attached maps).
The applicant is requesting this rezone in order to provide land suitable for possible future
development uses as allowed within the Urban Residential District and to bring the lots into
conformance with the Land Use Plan.
Lot 26A, Block 12 was replated in April 1988 and contains approximately 8,400 square feet and
Lot 25, is an originally platted lot 30 X 100 feet, totaling approximately 3,000 square feet. The
current use on Lots 25 and 26A, Block 12, OTS is single family homes. These structures are
very small, older non -conforming single family structures.
These two (2) lots are currently zoned Single Family Residential (RI). The parcels to the East
are privately owned and in general single-family homes within the Single Family Zoning District
(R1). The parcel to the North contains the multi -family structures of Bear Mountain Apartments
and is within the Urban Residential Zoning District (UR). The large parcel to the South is
privately owned and currently undeveloped also within the Urban Residential Zoning District
(UR). The large parcel to the West is owned by the City, within the Resource Management
(RM) Zoning District and currently undeveloped.
Seward City Code SCC § 15.01.035, Amendments, (b) (3) allows the consideration of this rezone
because the land is contiguous to the requested Urban Residential Zoning District in both the
North and South and is recommended by the Land Use Plan Map adopted by Council with the
2020 Comprehensive Plan.
The Land Use Map, as adopted by the 2020 Comprehensive Plan, designates the area requested
for rezone as Urban Residential (UR) defined in SCC 15.05.025 (b)( (5) Urban residential
district (JR). Intended to allow an area of higher density mixed residential uses from detached
single-family housing to multi family apartments in conjunction with compatible low impact
professional office uses in the area surrounding the downtown business district.
No objections or concerns were expressed from City staff other than when future development
happens in this area, the 20 foot alley access limitations will need to be addressed and considered
within the development plan.
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As required by the City Code, neighboring property owners ' review were notified of the proposed rezone. On Au ust Ohm 300 feet of the area subject to
Commission held the required public hearingg � 2009 the Planning and Zoning
recommending City Council approve the requested and approved P&Z Resolution 2009-20
Commission supported the staff concerns regarding rezone. During the discussion the P&Z
e limited 20 foot Brownell right -of --way.
Staff had received one inquiry for information on the requested
answered the party had no objection or concerns to the rezoneed rezone; once the questions were
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City
Seward City Code, Charter,
INTENT:
Council Rules of Procedures.
Amend the City of Seward Zoning Map by rezoning Lot Rs 25 and 26A, Block 12, Original
accordance with the Land Use Map. ( 1) to Urban Residential (UR) in
Townsite of Seward from Single Family Residential
ATTORNEY REVIEW: NO
FISCAL NOTE:
The City of Seward will have no costs associated with the Z
and 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of Seward. °nmg Map Amendment of Lots 25
Approved by Finance Department J1,;?,t7
RECOMMENDATION:
The Seward Planning and Zoning Commission recommends:
September 14, 2006: Council introduces Ordinance 2009-6,G Rez
12, Original Townsite of Seward from Single Famil Residentonmg Lots 25 and 26A, Block
(UR). Y teal (RI) to Urban Residential
September 28, 2006: Council conducts a public hearing and adopts Ordinance durance 2009-007.
Resource
Management
Lot 26A, Blk 12, OTS
Single Family Residentail
Lot 25, Blk 12, OTS
Single Family Residential
Urban Residential
Urban Residential
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Sponsored by: Applicant
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2009-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE REZONING
OF LOTS 25 AND 26A, BLOCK 12, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE OF SEWARD
FROM SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R1) TO URBAN
RESIDENTIAL (UR) LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BROWNELL
STREET AND NORTH OF ''WA.SHINGTON STREET AT 208 AND 210
BROWNELL STREET
WHEREAS, applicants Sven and Barbara Ebbesson have submitted an application and
the filing fee, requesting Lot 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of Seward, be rezoned from
Single Family Residential (RI) to Urban Residential (U-R); and
WHEREAS, the separately owned single 3,000 square foot Lot 25, adjacent to the south
has also- been included in- this rezone, the owner was noted by Certified Mail and no objections
were received; and
WHEREAS, the current Zoning of the two parcels is Single Family Residential (RI) and
the current Land Use Plan reap designation recommends the parcels be rezoned to Urban.
Residential (CTR); and
WHEREAS, Lot 26A, was replated in April 1988 and contains approximately 8,400
square feet and Lot 25, is an originally platted lot 30 X 100 feet, totaling approximately 3,000
square feet; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Code SCC § 15.01.035, Amendments, (b) (3) allows the
consideration of this rezone because the land is contiguous to the requested zoning district and is
recommended by the Land Use Plan Map; and
WHEREAS, a goal of the Seward Comprehensive Plan is to bring the Zoning Map into
conformance with the Land Use Plan; and
WHEREAS, the public notification process was complied with and the appropriate
public hearing as required by Seward City Code § 15.01.040 was conducted by the Commission
on August 4, 2009.
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Seward Planning and Zoning
Resolution 2009-20
Page 2
NOW, TRERE]FORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Phtn ing and Zoning
Commission that:
Section I. The Seward Pla nh-ig and Zoning Conunission supports the proposed Zoning
change of Lots 25 and 26A, Block 12, Original Townsite of Seward, from Single Family
Residential (R1) to Urban Residential (UR); and recommends that Ordinance 2009-XXX be
forwarded to City Council for approval.
Section 2. Tbis resolution shall take effect ii-n ediately upon its adoption:
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward PI
August 2009, anning and Zoning Commission this 0' day of
THE CITY DE SEWARD, ALASKA
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Sandie Roach', Cbair
AYES:
Stauffer, McCluxe, Heinrich, Ecklu.nd, Roach'
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Morgan
ABSTAIN:
None
VACANT:
One
ATTEST:
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Auwust 04, 2009
Motion Passed
Planning Commission Minute's
Volume 6, Page 3 4 9
Unanimous Consent
The following iteras were approved on the Consent Agenda:
July 7, 2009 Regular Meeting Minutes
Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing — None
New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing —
Resolution 2009-20 of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the
City of Seward, Alaska, Recommending City Council .Approval of the
Rezoning of Lots 25 and 26A, Mock 12, Original Townsite of Seward From
' Single Family Residential (R1) to Urban Residential Located on the West
Side of Brownell Street and North of Washington Street at 208 and 210
Brownell Street C
Terry reviewed Resolution 2009-20 and explained the applicant had requested the rezone
in order to develop the land to snatch surrounding land uses in the district. This re -zone would
bring the lots into conformance with the City Land Use Plan and this action would then move on
'I to the Seward City Council for adoption. The land is contiguous to the Urban Residential district.
In response to McClure, Associate Planner Glenz explained the existing 30 X 40 loot
potion of right--of—way located on the West property line of Lot 25 had not been included in the
First Avenue right-of-way vacation years ago by choice of the property owner. She continued to
i` explain that portion of right-of-way would remain open until such time as the property owner
replated and requested the right-of-way vacation.
r In response to Heinrich, Terry explained that both owners were aware of the re -zone to
snatch the Land Use Plan but the original application was made by one land owner. Terry stated
--, there were two lots, with two owners being considered. She noted that no negative response had
been received.
In response to Heinrich, Terry stated that due to the existing right-of-way, there will be a
smaller amount of usable land on Lot 25; however City Development Requirements would still
apply, limiting development of the lot to 40%. Heinrich voiced concern that the application for
rezone had not been Made by both lot owners.
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In response to McClure, Terry stated that if the two owners want to join these lots and or
build a single family structure or other structure that they would be more than welcome to work
with the City Building Department.
In response to Chair Roach', Terry stated that regardless of type of development, the
maximum land use is 40%.
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Ci2}, of Seward, Alaska Planning Commission Minutes
August 04, 2009 Volun?e 6, Page 3 S 0
Notice of public hearing berg posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
No one requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Lotion (McClurel-Ecklund Approve resolution 2009-20
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Stauffer expressed her concern about the width of Brownell Street and the access to the
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area being limited for emergency responders. She said she would support the rezone but wanted
the limited access noted. She was concerned about high density housing on a single lane street.
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Terry thanked Stauffer for the comment and stated that she is not aware of any plans to
widen the access.
V"f in response to Stauffer, Glenz stated that Brownell is a 20 foot wide alley that had been
used as a street and there were no city plans to widen it.
Motion gassed Unanimous
Unfinished Business- None
New Business
Set Work Session 'Topic for August 18, 2009
Terry stated that administration was requesting the Commission set "Updates to Title
15 Seward City Code" as the work session topic for August 18 2009.
Commissioners unanimously concurred and set date and topic for the work session..
Informational Items and Reports (No action required) —
National ,Flood Insurance Program/Community bating System Newsletter
June 2009 Edition- reviewed.
Draft Federal- Executive Order to Curb Floodplain Development
Informational article attached- reviewed.
Commission Comments -
Stauffer repeated her concern about the width of Brownell Street and emergency vehicle
access. She praised all responders to the July 29, 2009 high-water event and their hard work and
dedication. The community pulled together and should be proud of it's self.
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Sponsored by: Oates
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-083
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A USE
AGREEMENT WITH THE GREAT ALASKA COUNCIL, BOY SCOUTS OF
AMERICA FOR THE PURPOSE OF RESERVING A PORTION OF THE
WATERFRONT PARK FROM MAY 21 THROUGH MAY 249 20109 AND
WAIVING CAMPING FEES
WHEREAS, an Alaskan Odyssey Jamboree with more than 2,500 scouts, leaders, parents
and families was held in Seward in June 2001; and
WHEREAS, 2010 is the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the Boy Scouts of America;
and
WHEREAS, the 2001 event was so successful and well received that the Great Alaska
Council of the Boy Scouts of America wishes to celebrate its 100th anniversary by holding a
Scouting Jamboree in Seward; and
WHEREAS, the Great Alaska Council, Boy Scouts of America requests that City Council
make an exception of policies and procedures in order to reserve a large portion of the Waterfront
Park to hold a Scout Jamboree; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America is requesting this use at no fee; and
WHEREAS, the economic value of this event is desirable to our community.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The Waterfront Park shall be reserved at no fee for the Great Alaska Council,
Boy Scouts of America May 21- May 24, 2010 in accordance with the Use Agreement attached and
incorporated herewith.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 14th
day of September 2009.
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: September 14, 2009
Through: Phillip Oates, City Manag0
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From: Karin Sturdy, Parks & Recreation Director
Agenda Item: Boy Scouts Reserve Waterfront Park May, 2010
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
In 2001, the Boy Scouts requested permission to close most of Waterfront Park to the public
while the community of Seward hosted their Jamboree. Seward City Council Resolution 2000-
068 authorized Boy Scouts to use the identified portions of the waterfront in exchange for Boy
Scout service projects. Small businesses found the arrival of thousands of Scouts beneficial to
business. Attached please find a letter from District Executive Jodi Stuart requesting the same
agreement for May 2010. Their Jamboree is shorter in duration and earlier in the season, which
should again be beneficial to business. Even as a few communities vie for the privilege to host
the Jamboree, the Scout organizers have selected Seward for the Jamboree because of our
convenience of location to so many recreational opportunities for scouts and their leaders. A
resolution from the Council is likely to assist organizers in booking Seward.
The Jamboree will provide most of Waterfront Park to the Scouts. These areas include our
campground areas designated as Marathon, Resurrection North, Resurrection, Resurrection
South and the Tent Area. It also includes a request for Branson Pavilion and the old Wellington
Pavilion Site. No formal agreement is in place yet, but suggested Scout service projects include
landscaping the Iditarod/Founders Park, replanking bike path bridges, upgrade Two Lake Trail,
and cemetery improvements.
Attached for your review are the application, addendum and letter of request.
Local volunteers will be working with Scout employees, and would-be volunteers are
encouraged to contact Ms. Stuart or Mrs. Cathy Sage.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
INTENT:
The intent of this action is to temporarily close Waterfront Park to the general public while
reserving the area for the Boy Scouts Jamboree of up to 2,400 scouts and volunteers. This
request will encourage tourism as Scouts and their families seek recreation and souvenir
opportunities early in the season.
ATTORNEY REVIEW: No
FISCAL NOTE:
Camping revenues for this time period from the affected camping areas due to no public camping
and no revenues are estimated at $11,000. (These same camping areas collected $7,500: 2007;
$12)150: 2008 and $11,500 in 2009 May 21 to 24.) This decrease will be reflected in the 2010
revenue budget.
Approved by Finance Department
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a Use Agreement with Boy Scouts of
America to host the Jamboree in Waterfront Park May 21 through May 24, 2010.
GREAT ALASKA COUNCIL
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3117 Patterson Street Kenai Office
r Anchorage, AK 99504 805 Frontage Rd.
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,- = Fax (907) 3 3 8-6273 Kenai AK 99611
(907) 283-1699
August 13, 2009
Dear Karin,
Thank you for the great meeting last Monday to confirm our discussions regarding the
Boy Scouts of America, Great Alaska Council Centennial Jamboree in Seward on May
22 thru May 24, 2010.
We are requesting the following Campsites: Marathon, Resurrection N., Resurrection,
Resurrection S, and Tent sites plus the Adams Pavilion. We would like them from
Friday, May21, 2010 at 10 AM thru Monday, May 24, 2010 at 5pm.
The agreement between the Boy Scouts of America, Great Alaska Council and the City
of Seward, similar to that of Resolution 2000-068 passed by the City on June 26,11, 2001,
is most agreeable to us.
Thanks so much for all your help with this event.
Sincerely,
Jodi Stuart
Tustumena District Executive
j stuart�,bsamaii.org,
(907) 283-1699
CC:
Seward City Manager -Phillip Oates
Seward City Clerk j
CITY OF SEWARD
FACILITY USE APPLICATION
NAME OF APPLICANT: Jodi Stuart, Tustumena District Executive
PHONE: 1-907-283-1699 E:Mail: jstuart@bsamail.org
ADDRESS/CITY/STATE/ZIP: 805 Frontage Road Suite 109, Kenai, Alaska 99611
ORGANIZATION: Boy Scouts of America, Great Alaska Council
ORGANIZATION ADDRESS: 3117 Patterson St. Anchorage, Alaska 99504
NAME AND LOCATION OF FACILITY TO BE USED: Marathon, Resurrection North,
Resurrection, Resurrection South and Tent Campgrounds along with the Branson
Pavilion, and the three public restrooms wall within the Seward Waterfront Park.
HOW LONG DO YOU INTEND TO USE THIS FACILITY? Friday 10 AM May 21 st
(Set Up and arrivals), Saturday May 22 thru mid day Monday May 24th jamboree.
Afternoon Monday May 24th clean up)
APPROXIMATE NO OF ATTENDEE'S: approximately 2,500 Boy Scouts, Cub
Scouts, Leaders and Volunteer Staff
EXPLAIN HOW GROUP(S) ARE ORGANIZED AND SUPERVISED TO ENSURE
ORDER
AND SAFETY: Boy Scouts will be organized by districts, troops and patrols. Each
district has a professional staff advisor. Each troop has a minimum of two adult leaders.
Each patrol is lead by a senior boy.
DESCRIBE SAFETY MEASURES/EQUIPMENT THAT WILL BE USED TO
SAFEGUARD THE ATTENDEES: All activities will conform to the BSA Guide to
Safe Scouting procedures. Scouts will be following "Leave No Trace" camping ethics.
There will be no campfires outside established fire rings within any of the tent areas. All
cooking will be by patrols using self contained gas stoves. Older youth from Law
Enforcement Posts along with adult volunteers will provide roving security. A first aid
tent will be staffed with volunteer medical personnel.
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE: DATE:
Addendum to City Use Permit Application
To Boy Scouts of America (BSA)
for use of City of Seward Waterfront Campground, Restrooms and Branson Pavilion
l . Campground use. BSA will have exclusive use of the Marathon, Resurrection North,
Resurrection, Resurrection South and Tent camping areas in Waterfront Park along with
the Branson Pavilion. Restrooms and showers will be shared with general public.
If before or during the jamboree, it is determined that any of the facilities are not
needed by BSA, the use of those facilities will be released back to the City.
The Seward (Community -Built) Playground, bike path and Skateboard Park will
remain open for use by the general public according to posted hours.
2. Solid Waste: A dumpster is currently located at each campground (Marathon CG,
Resurrection North, Resurrection, Resurrection South and Tent area). Trash cans are at
the restrooms & Pavilion.
City will have dumpsters emptied immediately before the Jamboree at which time
dumpsters will be moved, at BSA expense, to the edge of Ballaine Blvd to minimize
vehicle use within the campsite area.
If additional garbage pickups are needed during the Jamboree, BSA will cover the
co St.
BSA will pay for emptying receptacles at end of Jamboree and returning dumpsters to
original locations.
BSA will empty trash cans.
3. Water: Potable water provided at the spigots within the campground - no additional
cost.
4. Public Waterfront Campground and Restrooms (three)
City will have restrooms cleaned before BSA assumes use on Friday May 21, 2010.
BSA will arrange for cleaning of the three public restrooms during the Jamboree and
ensure they are clean before returning use to the city.
5. Portable Toilets: City rents port -a -potties on monthly contract. The duration of the
jamboree is not long enough to pro rate the costs. BSA will pay for extra pumpings for
those in place and the total cost of additional units added for the jamboree. P&R order
requests for those units already in place to be pumped and cleaned by just prior to the
Jamboree. BSA will be responsible that they are pumped during and at the end of
jamboree.
Campground City (in Place) BSA (may add)
Marathon none 1
Resurrection North 2 none
Resurrection None 1
Resurrection South None 1
South tent area None 1
6. Shower house: City will be on -call to maintain shower coin boxes and provide
change if needed. BSA will be responsible for cleaning the showers.
7. BSA Service Projects. In return for the City providing the use of city campground,
pavilion, ball field and restrooms at no cost, BSA will complete pre -arranged service
projects for the city. Projects discussed include landscaping the Iditarod/Founders Park,
replanking bike path bridges, upgrade Two Lake Trail, and cemetery improvements
8. Parking:
No vehicles will be allowed within tenting areas except during set up/take down and
emergencies.
Parking will be coordinated with City Public Safety officials along Ballaine Blvd and
other off -site locations to maximize Boy Scout camper safety.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-084
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD9
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING A NEW DEBT SERVICE FUND TO ACCOUNT
FOR CAPITAL COST REIMBURSEMENTS, OTHER REVENUES, AND
DEBT SERVICE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH SEWARD MOUNTAIN
HAVEN
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2006-28 on March 13, 2006 and
Resolution 2007-50 on May 14, 2007, authorizing the issuance of $27 million in revenue bonds for
the purpose of financing, designing, constructing and equipping a new long-term care facility in
Seward, known as Seward Mountain Haven ("SMH"); and
WHEREAS, the primary mechanism for repayment of these bonds is expected to be the
capital cost component of Medicare revenues generated from the facility, with said capital cost
reimbursement becoming effective upon opening of SMH on approximately October 1, 2009; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council hereby intends to utilize 100% of said revenues for the
sole purpose of repaying the revenue bonds to construct and equip the facility, and therefore directs
the city administration to work with current manager of SMH, Providence, to facilitate the transfer of
the capital cost component of Medicare revenues, and any other capital cost -related revenues, to the
City for deposit into the newly established debt service fund, and further directs the city
administration to designate the entirety of these funds solely for the purpose of bond repayment; and
WHEREAS, the title of the newly established debt service fund will be "Seward Mountain
Haven Debt Service Fund".
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The city manager is hereby directed to establish a new debt service fund for the
purpose of accounting for revenues and debt service expenditures related to Seward Mountain
Haven.
Section 2. The city manager is hereby directed to develop an agreement with Providence for
the proper segregation of revenues associated with the capital costs of the facility, and the transfer of
those funds from Providence to the City of Seward.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-08q
Section 3. The city manager is hereby directed to utilize revenues received from the capital
component of the Seward Mountain Haven facility solely for the purpose of paying debt service
principal and interest payments, until the entire amount of debt associated with the facility is paid in
full.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 14th day of
September, 2009.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Clark Corbridge, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis. CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 14, 2008
From: Kristin Erchinger, Finance Director
Through: Phillip Oates, City Manag!!:�- �:/IC
Agenda Item: Creation of Seward Mountain Haven Debt Service Fund 1406maw,
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council authorized the issuance of $27 million in revenue bonds to finance, design, construct, and
equip Seward's new long-term care facility, Seward Mountain Haven ("SMH"). The annual debt service payments on
the bonds will be approximately $1.97 million. The revenues to repay the bonds will come directly from revenues of
Seward Mountain Haven.
The purpose of this action is to establish a mechanism whereby Providence Seward Medical & Care Center can segregate
the revenues related to the capital component of their daily customer charges, transfer those funds to the City to repay
bonds and capital costs associated with SMH, and ensure that the City has the means to segregate and properly account
for these funds. To that end, the City must establish a new debt service fund to account for both the revenues coming
from SMH, and the City payments to be made for debt service and capital costs.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use
Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
INTENT:
The intent of this action is to ensure that all revenues received at the long-term care facility which are proportionally
attributable or allocable to the capital component of the daily rate (as opposed to the portion attributable to other non -
capital costs), be transferred from the current manager of the facility, Providence Seward Medical & Care Center, to the
City of Seward, to fund debt service and capital payments related to Seward Mountain Haven.
FISCAL NOTE:
There is no cost associated with establishing a new fund. The City and Providence staff will develop a mechanism for
accounting for the revenue associated with capital costs, to ensure that they are available to meet debt service and capital
needs.
Approved by Finance %X2G4= -
ATTORNEY REVIEW: no
RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council authorize the City Manager to establish a new debt service fund to account for capital cost
reimbursements, other revenues, and debt service costs associated with Seward Mountain Haven.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-085
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF
$2269000 AS A PORTION OF THE CITY'S COST SHARE OF THE EAST
BREAKWATER EXTENSION PROJECT, AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2009-046 on June 8, 2009,
authorizing funding in the amount of $274,000 as the City's portion of costs associated with the
Seward Harbor breakwater relocation project, with the funding source for the City's cost share
coming from the cruise ship head tax proceeds; and
WHEREAS, as a result of a competitive bid process conducted by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers for construction of the breakwater extension, costs came in higher than anticipated,
resulting in additional funding needed to complete the project; and
WHEREAS, in order to award the contract for the project, and to provide contract
supervision and administration, the U.S. Army Corps has requested a total of $500,000 from the City
of Seward, representing the City's cost share for this project; and
WHEREAS, having already appropriated $274,000 for the project, it is necessary to
appropriate the remaining $226,000 to the project in order to proceed, with said funding to come
from the proceeds of cruise ship head tax.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The city manager is hereby authorized to amend the Project Cooperation
Agreement with the Department of the Army to reflect the additional project costs, if necessary, and
to pay a total amount of $500,000 to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Section 2. The amount of $226,000 is hereby appropriated from the Harbor MRRF Fund
cruise ship head tax proceeds to account no. 402-4020-5390.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-085
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 14th day of
September, 2009.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis. CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Clark Corbridge, Mayor
aI
Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 14, 2009
From: Kristin Erchinger, Finance Director 011/
Through: Phillip Oates, City Manage0 C9e�/5?
Agenda Item: Additional Funding for Harbor Breakwater Extension Project
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council approved Resolution 2009-046 on June 8, 2009, authorizing the City to provide a ten
percent cost share for the breakwater extension project. This amounted to $274,000, and was appropriated from the
City's cruise ship head tax proceeds.
As a result of a competitive bid process for construction of the project, costs came in higher than anticipated, resulting
in the Army Corps of Engineers requesting an additional $226,000 for the project. This will bring the City's total cost
share for the project to $500,000.
The administration recommends utilizing cruise ship head tax proceeds to provide the additional funding, due to the
lack of available reserves in the Harbor Enterprise Fund. This is deemed an appropriate use of these cruise ship head
tax funds, because this project will enable the City to pursue the Z-float security dock, providing security to cruise
ships. Failure to appropriate these funds will result in the Corps not proceeding with the project. This project is
necessary to repair flaws in the original Army Corps design of the breakwater, which is allowing potentially damaging
wave action within the harbor basin.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use
Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
INTENT:
The intent of this action is to provide necessary funds to allow this project to move forward. Failure to appropriate
additional funds will cause the project to stall until additional funding can be found, or potentially, will result in
failure to pursue the project.
FISCAL NOTE:
Funding for this project will come from cruise ship head tax proceeds.
Approved by Finance
ATTORNEY REVIEW: no
RECONEWENDATION:
The City Council authorize the City Manager to amend the Project Cooperation Agreement with the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, and provide additional matching funds for the project.
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�, CITY OF SEWA RIB, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-046
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE
O
COOPERATION AGREEMENT (PCA) WITH THE DEPARTME TOFTHE
ARMY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST BREAKWATER
EXTENSION AND APPROPRIATE $274,000 "FO THE DEPARTMENT F
THE ARMY FOR THE PROJECT ENT ®
WHEREAS, the Project Cooperation Agreement between the Departitlent ofth
the City of Seward for the Seward Harbor breakwater relocation was signed i ? c Army and
� n �003; and
WHEREAS, due to the dangerous wave activity within the harbor generated b Re
Bay swells from southerly winds the east breakwater must be extended t y correction
infrastt ucture and vessels; and o protect harbor
WHEREAS, the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment act funded Arm
Engineers projects including the Seward Harbor East Breakwater extersion; and y Corps of
WHEREAS, an amendment to the Project Cooperation Agreement must be Signed
construction is authorized by the Army Corps of Engineers; and g d before
WHEREAS, Section 3004 of [lie Water Resources Development Act of 2007 Pub
110-1 14, modified the project authorized by Section 101(a)(3) of WRDA 1999 to authorize
Law
Secretary to extend the existing breakwater by approximately 215 feet, at a total cost of 3,333, the
and $3,333,()00;
WHEREAS, the first 10% match which totals $274,000 is a portion ofthe City of Seward '
cost share for this project, these funds arc needed in order for the construction bid to be awar d s
future resolution will seek authority for the second 10% match. ded. A
NOW9 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CI
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: TY
Section 1. The City Manager is authorized and directed to sign, on behalf of the Cit
Seward, the Project Cooperation Agreement with the Department of the Arm forthe con y of the east breakwater extension, in substantial form as presented at this meeting. struction of
Section 2. The amount of $274,000 is hereby appropriated from the Harbor Enterprise Fu
balance account no. 4022 which are funds from the cruise ship head tax. nd
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately after adoption.
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CITY OF SEWARD9 ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-046
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 8`" day
of June, 2009.
THE CITY OF SEVARD ALASKA
J
�Cobaldatta
Senior Councilmemher
AYES:
Bardarson, Smith, Kellar, Kell, Valdatta
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Dunham, Corbridge
ABSTAIN:
None
ATTEST:
,fern Lewis, City Clerk
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(City Seal) •� ti =
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: June 08, 2009 f 1,-
Thro ugh: Phillip Oates, City Manager av
From: Kari Anderson, Harbormaster
Subject: US Army Corps of
ineers East l [arbor Breakwater Extension Proiect
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION
The City of Seward has long pursued the expansion of the Small Boat Harbor. In 1998, the U.S. Arm Co
USACE, y rPs
of Engineers, Alaska District
(USACE) completed a Feasibility Study and an Environmental Assessment t6r
the project, both of which were approved in 1999. The Project failed to gain federal funding until FY 2002 when $1 million was appropriated for design and construction. Additionally, the City sought, and received S2.9
million in matching funds from the State ofAlaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities in 200 and a $1.3 million Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration grant in 2001. The
remainder of federal funds, approximately $4.0 million was earmarked for appropriation in FY2003 and a
Project Cooperation Agreement was sighed between the City of Seward and the Department of A
Harbor Improvements (breakwater relocation project), p Army for
Under the June 2003 Project Cooperation Agreement, cost -sharing requirements applicable to the project were
outlined as referenced in Section 101 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1986, Public Law 99-662.
After completion of the breakwater relocation in 2005, the Seward Harbor began to experience significant
waves in the eastern portion of the harbor during strong weather systems producing winds out of the South. A
series of letters from the City of Seward, the Alaska Department of Transportation, and the USAGE
documented these events and demonstrated the need for an extension of the breakwater. The USACE posted
public notices i.n 2006 and 2007 discussing the project and the proposed timeline for the 215 foot extension of
the East Breakwater.
On April 28, 2009 the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funded Army Corps of Engineers Projects
including the Seward Harbor East Breakwater extension. Cost Sharing provisions outlined ui the Water
Resources Development Act of 2007 stipulate that the city is required to provide 20% of the cost of the
project. The initial 10% ofthe cost share from the City of Seward totaling $274,000 is due before the USACE
request for proposal is awarded to a contractor.
A Project Cooperation Agreement between the Department of the Army and the City of Seward has been
signed for this project and is enclosed with this agenda statement. An amendment to the existing Project
Cooperation Agreement must be signed prior to construction. As of May 2009, S'8,796,000 in Federal funds
have been appropriated for the Seward Harbor Improvement (breakwater relocation) project. Section 3004 of
the Water Resources Development Act of 2007, Public Law 1 10-1 14, modified the project authorized b
Section 101(a)(3) of WRDA 1999 to authorize the Secretary Ito extend the existing breakwater by
y
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approximately 215 feel, at a total cost of $3,333,000,
with an estimated Federal cost of $2,66U,pEaO and an
estimated non -Federal (City of Seward) cost of $667,000.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST Yes No N/A
l . Comprehensive Plan X
Economic Development, Small Boat Harbor Development, expand and maximize potential of the existing > liar 2. Strategic Plan X bur.
Economic Base, Improve and Expand Maritime Facilities: complete eastward expansion of the Small Boat Ilarh
or.
FISCAL NOTE
The S274,000 will come from fund 402 of the City of Seward Small Boat Harbor Enterprise Fun
d.
nd.
Finance Department: 4""
ATTORNEY REVIEW X
RECOMMENDATION
Council approve Resolution 2009- ( authorizing the City Manager to sign the amended
Cooperation Agreement with the Department of the Army and to appropriate $274,000 for
Project
Breakwater Extension Project. the East
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-086
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, SUPPORTING A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF SEWARD AND THE SEWARD COMMUNITY
LIBRARY MUSEUM BUILDING COMMITTEE IN THEIR MUTUAL
DESIRE TO DEVELOP, FINANCE, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT A NEW
CO -LOCATED LIBRARY MUSEUM FACILITY AND DIRECTING THE
CITY MANAGER TO SIGN AS THE CITY OF SEWARD
REPRESENTATIVE
WHEREAS, as part of the Seward Centennial celebration of the founding of Seward,
then Mayor Edgar Blatchford sought project proposals from the public that would directly
benefit the citizens of the community, would begin in the centennial year 2003 and reach
completion during 2012, the one hundredth anniversary of the incorporation of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Community Library Museum project was selected to be the
embodiment of the community's pride by preserving history and providing access to present and
future knowledge; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Community Library Museum Steering Committee was
appointed by the Seward City Manager on May 9, 2005 for the purpose of pursuing the vision of
constructing a new public library museum in Seward; and
WHEREAS, to date approximately $1 million has been accounted for in private
donations and in -kind services toward the construction of the library museum; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2008-126 on December 8,
2008, including $80,000 in the City's annual capital budget for the purposes of funding
library/museum start-up costs; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2009-009 on February 9, 2009,
supporting the construction of the library/museum facility as part of the City's state legislative
priorities list, and supporting beneficial legislation aimed at funding for the state's library
assistance Bill; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2009-15 on March 9, 2009
authorizing the city manager to begin site preparation of the library/museum site, utilizing
existing City resources, to include initiatives to replat the site, vacate interior lot lines and obtain
survey information; and
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-086
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2009-028 on April 13, 2009,
directing the City administration to further research and refine the scope of work and costs
estimates related to the library/museum project, in order to seek potential funding through the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2009-053 on June 22, 2009,
providing for the submission to the voters of the City of Seward the question of whether to issue
$5 million in general obligation bonds for the purpose of funding all or a portion of the
construction of a combined library/museum; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council passed Resolution 2009-054 on June 22, 2009,
providing for the submission to the voters of the City of Seward, an advisory question on
whether to increase the sales tax rate by 0.5% to fund operating and capital costs of a new
library/museum; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward and the SCLM desire to establish a Memorandum of
Agreement in order to set out future roles and responsibilities of each of the parties relative to
facility planning and design, capital financing, fundraising, transfer of funds up to $200,000, and
other pertinent matters to come before the parties; and
WHEREAS, members of the City Administration and the SCLMBC agreed to the
wording of the attached Memorandum of Agreement on August 14, 2009.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The City Council supports the Memorandum of Agreement between the City
of Seward and the Seward Community Library Museum Building Committee.
Section 2. The City Council directs the City Manager to sign the Memorandum of
Agreement between the City of Seward and the Seward Community Library Museum Building
Committee.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this
141h Day of September, 2009.
COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: September 14, 2009
Through: City Manager, Phillip Qate�.�
From:
Library Director, Patricia Linville
Agenda Item: Library and Museum Memorandum of Agreement and Direction to
City Manager
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
In 2003, Seward Mayor Edgar Blatchford proposed developing a community centered project in
the Centennial year of Seward's founding to be completed in 2012, the 100t' anniversary of the
incorporation of Seward. A new combined library museum was selected to be the embodiment
of the community's pride by preserving history and providing access to present and future
knowledge for the residents of Seward, the outlying areas and all seasonal workers and visitors.
The Seward Community Library Museum Steering Committee, later changed to Seward
Community Library Building Committee (SCLMBC), was appointed by the Seward City
Manager on May 9, 2005 for the purpose of pursuing the vision of constructing a new public library museum in Seward. To date approximately $1 million has been accounted for in ivate
donations and in -kind services toward the construction of the library museum. p
Additionally, the Council has passed numerous resolutions to aid in this vision. Most recent
Council support includes:
• Resolution 2008-126 on December 8, 2008, including $80,000 in the City's annual
capital budget for the purposes of funding library/museum start-up costs
• Resolution 2009-009 on February 9, 2009, supporting the construction of the
library/museum facility as part of the City's state legislative priorities list, and supporting
beneficial legislation aimed at creating and funding the state's public library construction
grant program
• Resolution 2009-15 on March 9, 2009 authorizing the city manager to begin site
preparation of the library/museum site, utilizing existing City resources, to include
initiatives to replat the site, vacate interior lot lines and obtain survey information
• Resolution 2009-028 on April 13, 2009, directing the City administration to further
research and refine the scope of work and costs estimates related to the library/museum
project, in order to seek potential funding through the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act
• Resolution 2009-053 on June 22, 2009, providing for the submission to the voters of the
City of Seward the question of whether to issue $5 million in general obligation bonds for
the purpose of funding all or a portion of the construction of a combined library/museum
• Resolution 2009-054 on June 22, 2009, providing for the submission to the voters of the
City of Seward, an advisory question on whether to increase the sales tax rate by 0.5% to
fund operating and capital costs of a new library/museum
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The SCLMBC intends to utilize $200,000 of donated funds to begin the final design phase of the
project. On August 14, 2009 members of the City Administration and the SCLMBC met to
discuss transferring funds to the City of Seward to advance the project towards schematic design.
The outcome of that meeting was the creation of the attached Memorandum of Agreement in
order to set out future roles and responsibilities of each of the parties relative to facility planning
and design, capital financing, fundraising, transfer of funds, and other pertinent matters to come
before the parties.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
FISCAL NOTE:
This action proposes to utilize non -City funds for the purpose of facility planning and design.
Approved by Finance Department
ATTORNEY REVIEW: No
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve Resolution 2009-0$to, supporting a Memorandum of Agreement between the
City of Seward and the Seward Community Library Museum Building Committee and direct the
City Manager to sign the documents.
MEMORANDUM of AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF SEWARD AND
SEWARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY MUSEUM BUILDING COMMITTEE
SUBJECT: The City of Seward and the Seward Community Library Museum Building
Committee desire to develop, finance, design and construct a new co -located library museum
facility in the City in which the Seward Community Library and the Seward Museum are to be
located and operated.
A. Purpose: To establish the mutual roles, responsibilities and proposed timelines with respect to the
relationship between the parties, and project tasks going forward in pursuit of the new co -located
library/museum facility.
B. Reference: The City of Seward (City) and Seward Community Library Museum Building Committee
(SCLMBC) and Seward Community Library Museum (the Project).
C. Agreement:
1. The parties agree that the City and the SCLMBC will jointly develop a Project Executive Committee
(PEC) that will be the decision making body that will monitor the project and control changes to the
program scope, schedule and budget. Membership will include the city contracting officer or designee,
two SCLMBC members or designees, and a City Manager appointee or designee. The City Library
Director, a Resurrection Historical Society (RBHS) representative or designee and the Project Manager
will be ex officio non -voting members of the PEC. A PEC roster, and recommended changes in
membership as needed, will be forwarded to the City Manager for approval.
2. The PEC will be responsible for:
a. Project management, design team and construction Contractor procurement processes, including
final recommendations to Council on awarding the contracts
b. Monitoring the project for compliance with the Program Design Document (PDD)
c. Reviewing material changes to the scope and budget
d. Adjudicating conflicts amongst stakeholders
3. Should the PEC be unable to reach consensus on an issue, the City Manager shall make the final
decision.
4. The PEC will report on project status periodically to the City Council.
5. The parties agree that the SCLMBC will provide funding up to $200, 000.00 (Two Hundred Thousand
Dollars) to advance the project towards schematic design. The PEC will establish a budget for this
initiative and a schedule for transfer of funds from SCLMBC to the City. The PEC project budgets and
schedules for transfer of funds will be forwarded to the City Council for approval throughout the
proposed project timeline.
6. All parties agree that SCLMBC funds transferred to the City funds are to be used solely for the purpose
of payment of invoices submitted by the Project Manager, Design Team and Construction Contractors.
7. The City agrees to provide staff at no cost to SCLMBC, to assist with preparation of the Request for
Proposals for project management, architecture/design team, and construction contract, if necessary.
8. The City agrees to assist with preparation and review of all contract documents.
9. The City agrees to receive grant funds in support of the SCLMBC and to waive City administrative costs
associated with the management and compliance of such grants and associated funding.
10. The parties agree that the purpose of submitting an advisory question to the qualified voters, seeking to
increase the sales tax rate by 0.5 %, is to gauge voter support for additional tax revenues aimed at paying
for the capital construction of a new co -located library/museum facility, and support any increase to
annual operational and maintenance costs cost that may occur as a result of the new facility.
11. The City administration intends that all capital costs of the new co -located library/museum facility, as
well as any additional operational and maintenance costs that may occur as a result of the new facility,
will be paid for with new revenue sources, such that the addition of a new facility will not adversely
impact existing City services or operations.
12. The City recognizes that as sponsors of the initiative to seek voters advisement on a sales tax increase in
support of a new co -located library/museum and any additional operational and maintenance costs that
may occur as a result of the new facility, it is the intent of the SCLMBC to remain pro -active by
establishing long-term generational stewardship to work with the current and future city councils to hold
the voter's original intent that revenue resources for this project be managed prudently and every
opportunity to reduce the length and cost of the citizens commitment be explored and vetted.
13. All parties agree that this Memorandum of Agreement can be amended by Council upon
recommendation of PEC and the City Manager.
D. Effective date. This agreement is in effect from September 1, 2009-December 31, 2013
SIGNATURE
Keith Campbell, Chair
Seward Community Library Museum
Building Committee
(Date)
SIGNATURE
Phillip Oates, City Manager
City of Seward
(Date)
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Sponsored by: Oates
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-087
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ACCEPTING GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $109000
FROM RASMUSON FOUNDATION AND $59000 FROM THE SEWARD
COMMUNITY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION TO BE UTILIZED TO FUND
PRODUCTION OF A 1964 EARTHQUAKE DOCUMENTARY AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS, the 1964 Good Friday Earthquake movie has been shown to students, local
residents and visitors at the library since the early 1980's; and
WHEREAS, donations received from those attending the movie have enabled the Seward
Community Library Association to assist in purchasing books and media and provide additional
program support for the library; and
WHEREAS, total production cost for a new documentary on the 1964 earthquake are
estimated to be between $20,000 to $25,000; and
WHEREAS, Library staff and members of the SCLA have negotiated a contract with
Weston Productions to complete the documentary for a not to exceed sum of $255000; and
WHEREAS, Seward Community Library Association has committed $5000 as start up
funding to produce a new documentary to replace the older outdated presentation; and
WHEREAS, $3500 in grant funds were received and accepted from the Alaska Humanities
Forum on December 8, 2008; and
WHEREAS, grant funds have been received from Rasmuson Foundation for $10000 to assist in
funding the new 1964 Earthquake documentary; and
WHEREAS, this resolution will accept $10,000 from Rasmuson Foundation and $5,000
from the Seward Community Library Association; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Community Library Association will complete payment to Weston
Productions when they receive the finished documentary,
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-087
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. Funding in the amount of $15,000 is hereby appropriated from the
miscellaneous grant revenue account no. 10 1 -0000-4680-0900 to the library 2009
contracted services account no. 101-1500-5390.
Section 2. This resolution takes effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 14t"
day of September, 2009.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Clark Corbridge, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis
City Clerk
(City Seal)
COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: September 14, 2009
Through: Phillip Oates, City Manage ./ ®5l /9
From: Patricia Linville, Library Director 4= �
Agenda Item: Accepting Rasmuson Foundation and Seward Community
Library Association Funds For a New 1964 Earthquake Documentary
and Appropriating Funds
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Since the early 19801s, the Earthquake Movie has been shown at Seward Community Library. Two 30
minute videos are shown daily during the summer months and upon special request from student groups.
Donations received from these presentations are used to support programs and services of the library
through the Seward Community Library Association (SCLA).
The original production was created as a slideshow with a cassette tape narrative. The second halfofthe
program was a 16mm U. S. Army black and white film of their reaction to the disaster with footage ofthe
tsunami in Seward. Today, the library shows the same production in a slightly different format. The
slide show has been turned into a video. Now the pictures move across the screen as the history
teacher's narration relates details. The 16mm Array film has migrated to a video cassette, still black
white as the snow and soot the day after the earthquake. Library staff and the SCLA agree a new
documentary that utilizes current technology and reflects updated local knowledge and conditions is
needed.
Quotes to produce the documentary were received at approximately $1,000 per minute. Total
production costs are estimated at $20,000 to $25,000. Library staff and members of the SCLA have
negotiated a contract with Weston Productions to complete the documentary for a sum not to exceed
$25,000. Council accepted $3,500 from Alaska Humanities Forum on December 8, 2008 for the project
pending granting of a request from Rasmuson. The City has since received $10,000 from Rasmuson
Foundation and $5,000 from SCLA to start the project. SCLA will complete payment to Weston
Productions when the project is finished and total known. The documentary will be the property of the
SCLA upon completion.
This resolution will accept $10,000 from Rasmuson Foundation and $5,000 from the Seward Community
Library Association and appropriate those funds into the library 2009 budget.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
1. Comprehensive Plan
2. Strategic Plan
3. Other:
4. Not applicable
FISCAL NOTE:
This project will 1
Seward. Finance:
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RECOMMENDATION:
City Council approves Resolution 2009-?q authorizing the City Manager to accept $10,000 in grant
funds from the Rasmuson Foundation and $5,000 from the Seward Community Library Association and
appropriate a total of $15,000 to the library budget to assist in the production costs of a 1964 earthquake
documentary.
Narrative
Seward Community Library Tier I Grant Request
Good Friday Earthquake: Seward on March 27, 1964 Documentary
Submitted by: Patricia Linville, Library Director
Mission of Seward Community Library
Seward Community Library is dedicated to providing equitable access to both physical and
virtual materials within a safe, secure facility that serve the informational and educational needs
of patrons in the most efficient, effective manner possible.
Brief history of the organization
Since 1930, the Seward Community Library Association (SCLA) has worked to provide library
services to Seward. In 1963, the group gained ownership of the current building though local
fundraising and the generosity of Viola Swetmann. After the 1964 earthquake, the building was
remodeled and a new wing was added. In 1989, the library became a department of the City
of Seward. Currently, the SCLA Board is an advisory board to the library administration. They
also serve as a Friends group, raising funds for books and library programs and services.
Services provided
Library services include public access computers, wireless, notary
xing
and copying. In early 2008 the library became a U.S. Passport Accept ance Agent Thet Proctors, p bra
hosts story hour weekly, summer reading, Anime and poetry slams for try
eens and youth and adult
programming throughout the year. Seward Community Library has also collaborated with the
Alaska State Library Digital Archive, scanning and cataloging the library's historic photos for
internet access.
Geographical area served/Number of beneficiaries
Seward Community Library (SCL) currently has 31294 volumes for 4965 cardholders. During
summer months at least half of the library users are from elsewhere using the services while
working or touring in Seward. 2,830 (2000 census) people live in Seward and another 4,000+ in
outlying areas. SCL provides library service to Moose Pass and Cooper Landing as well as the
Spring Creek Correctional Center. The library is a department of the City of Seward with 4 full
time and 1 part time employees. It is open Monday -Thursday 10-8, Friday and Saturday 10-6 and
Sunday 1-6.
Description and Identify a need for the project
Seward Community Library is the home of the Earthquake Movie. The original program consisted
of a slide show of local photos of the devastation narrated by the local high school history
teacher and a 16mm US Army film of the tsunami, subsequent damage and mitigation efforts.
By the early 90's the slide show had migrated to video along with the Army footage; no longer
utilizing a tape recorder and film projector. This video production is offered daily from Memorial
Day to Labor Day at 2 pm. Special requested showings occur throughout the year to
accommodate school and educational groups. Donations taken at the door have provided
much needed revenue ($6400 in 2007) to the Seward Community Library Association, the
community support group for the library. They in turn buy books and media for the library
shelves, sponsor programming and award scholarships to deserving high school students.
Current Status
This production provides history buffs, teachers and students with a detailed description of the
event and aftermath, but in with outdated content and antique delivery. The middle school
age students who show the movie during the summer have to spend their introduction telling
which pictures and statements are no longer true. Should this proposal be funded, the library will
Seward Community Library
Box 2389
Seward, AK 99664
Phone 907-224-4008 Fax 907-224-3521
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contract with Weston Productions to create a DVD format documentary about the disaster, its
effects and how it affected Seward's future from that day forward. Plans are to add new
photos and memorabilia in the documentary. Russ Weston is experienced with Seward's history
as a result of his work producing Seward: The first hundred years, a documentary done for the
Seward Centennial Committee in 2003. The committee was pleased with his work and the result
has been well received. Weston has indicated that he has rights to tsunami footage and access
to other photos and collections that could be included in this production. The library and
museum also have extensive collections of earthquake era materials to draw from for this
documentary.
Timeline for implementation
January 2009
May 2009
May -August 2009
September -October 2009
March 27, 2010
Pro'ect Budget
Apply for funds Rasmuson (AKHF funding received Dec 2008)
Contract with Weston Productions to produce 20-30 minute
documentary
Work with Weston Productions to compile material, gain
permissions and produce DVD
Complete and submit final report
Debut of Good Friday Earthquake: Seward on March 27, 1964
46'" Anniversary of 1964 Earthquake
Funds will be used to produce a 20-30 documentary about the 1964 earthquake's effect on
Seward.
Funding Source
Seward Community Library
Association
$6500 (secured)
Alaska Humanities Forum
$3500 secured
City of Seward Staff and resources
$3450 secured, in -kind
Rasmuson Foundation
$10000(pending)
Total funds requested
$23450
Estimated Cost to produce
documentary
$23450
Sustainability
The Seward Community Library Association will retain ownership of this production. They have
managed the current production with great benefit to the library as is their mission. Their plan is
to continue, with a new and better production. Patricia Linville, library director and project
manager has facilitated similar projects for the library. Examples include, but are not limited to,
Alaska Digital Archives contributor, library shelving and furniture replacement (past Rasmuson
grants) and Big Read activities.
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Box 2389
Seward, AK 99664
Phone 907-224-4008 Fax 907-224-3521
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-088
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT
WITH HARMON CONSTRUCTION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW
SAND SHED FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1249692, AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS, the public works sand shed sustained critical damage when the south wall was
hit by the D-6 dozer while working within the structure causing the concrete wall to crumble; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the damage the City's insurance company has agreed to pay
$90,000 toward the cost of replacing the structure; and
WHEREAS, failure to immediately begin reconstruction of the sand shed to beat the winter
freeze, will result in the City being without an adequate storage facility until the spring, and the
public works department investigated the possibility of renting space for sand storage from Metco
and that option was not available; and
WHEREAS, staff solicited quotes from contractors capable of immediately reconstructing
the storage shed within the City's required timeline, and the lowest bid was from Harmon
Construction in the amount of $124,692, with said bid resulting in a structure which will be partially
moveable at a future date, and the administration recommends award of a contract to Harmon
Construction; and
WHEREAS, Seward City Code 6.10.120(a)(2). Specialized products and professional
services exempt provides for a waiver from the standard procurement provisions in the case where
"an emergency makes the delay incident to competitive bidding unreasonable."
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The city manager is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Harmon
Construction in an amount not to exceed $124,692, in substantially the form as attached hereto.
Section 2. The Seward City Council hereby waives the competitive procurement requires in
accordance with the above recitals which are incorporated herein, and considers this procurement to
be an emergency which makes the delay incident to competitive bidding unreasonable.
Section 3. Funding in the amount of $124,692 is appropriated as follows: $90,000 from
insurance proceeds account no. 101-0000-4630 and $34,692 from the General Fund reserves account
no. 101-0000-3050, to the Capital Acquisition Fund account no. 103-1030-5910.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2009-088
Section 4. This resolution shall take affect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the city of Seward, Alaska, this day of 14th day
of September, 2009.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Clark Corbridge, Mayor
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 14, 2009
To: Phillip Oates, City Manage! o c) Irk
From: W.C. Casey, Public Works Director �.6 .
Agenda Item: Sand Shed Replacement
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
In December of 2008, the sand shed located in the Public Works yard on 6ch Ave. partially collapsed
while staff was filling it with sand. The south concrete wall was bumped by the D-6 dozer blade, and
the wall crumbled, causing the roof structure to partially collapse on the south side of the structure.
The shed was built over 40 years ago. The concrete foundation has continued to deteriorate over the
last 10 years, apparently the result of a poor concrete mix design. The timber roof structure collapse
has rendered the roof unsalvageable. With the imminence of winter upon us, it would be in the City's
best interest to apply the provisions of the Seward City Code, Chapter 6.10, Article 1 (6.10.120.
Specialized products and professional services exempt. (a) (2) Where an emergency makes the
delay incident to competitive bidding unreasonable, and authorize immediate replacement of this
structure.
Staff, over the course of settling the insurance claim, did obtain two bids to replace the structure. The
bid from Harmon Construction in Seward was $31,000 less expensive than the bid from Ashwater-
Burns, Inc. (AMLJIA obtained this bid on behalf of the City). The Harmon Construction bid
includes demolition, engineering, construction and a roof and wall structure that can be moved at a
later date (when the City Shop is relocated). Harmon Construction will begin the sand shed
replacement project (contingent upon Council approval) on September 15, 2009.
INTENT:
Enter into an agreement with Harmon Construction, to demo and replace the failed sand shed
structure for an amount not to exceed $124,692.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution/ordinance is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
Other:
FISCAL NOTE:
The City of Seward insurance company (Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association) has
indicated that they will settle the insurance claim for the amount of $90,000. They had a property
value of $156,204 on the failed structure. The intent is to utilize $90,000 in insurance settlement
funds plus $34,692 in General Fund reserves to pay the cost of replacing this structure.
Approved by Finance Department: `
RECOMMENDATION:
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Staff recommends that the Seward City Council authorizes the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Harmon Construction for the demolition and reconstruction of the failed sand shed at
Public Works for an amount not to exceed $124,692.
HARMON CONSTRUCTION INC.
P.O. BOX 1650
802.5 PORT AVE.
SEWARD AK 99664-1650
Phone # 907-224-7145
Fax # 907 224-7144
License # 32752
To: CITY OF' SEWARD
PO BOX 167
SEWARD AK 99664
Proposal# 221 Job:2926
Date: 06/08/2009 Accepted By:
By: LAWRENCE HARMON
Description: NEW CITY SAND SHED
Project: SEWARD CITY SAND SHED
6TH AVE
SEWARD AK 99664
we respectrully submit our proposal as requested for the above named project:
Description
DEMO EXISTING CITY SAND SHED
AND CONSTRUCT NEW 36' by 50' SHED WITH 16' SIDEWALLS
WITH ENGINEERED STAMPED PLANS
PRICE INCLUDES:
NEW BUILDING PER ENGINEERED DRAWINGS
ENGINEERING FEES
NEW FOOTING: 10"X 20" WIDE CONTINUOUS ON 3 SIDES WITH 2
#5 REBAR ON EXISITNG GRADE
WALLS: 8"X 6' POURED WALL WITH REBAR REINFORCEMENT
WITH #5 VERTICAL @12" ON CENTER AND #5 @ 18" ON CENTER HORIZONTAL
2x6 FRAMED WALL 16" o.c. BY 10' HIGH WITH 7/16" OSB SHEETING.
INTERIOR WALL SHEETING WITH 1/2" ALL WEATHER WOOD.
ENGINEERED TRUSSES
ROOF: 5/8 SHEATHING OVER TRUSSES WITH 2 SIMPSON H6 HURRICANE TIES AT
EACH TRUSS
30LB FELT & METAL ROOFING (CITY TO CHOOSE COLOR)
TYVEK WITH METAL SIDING (CITY TO CHOOSE COLOR)
HOLD DOWN IN EACH CORNER SIMPSON HDU5 WITH SSTB 24 ANCHOR BOLT
(ASSUMES NO WINDOW OPENINGS)
STRUCTURE; WILL BE CONSTRUCTED FOR FUTURE RELOCATION OF BUILDING.
quote good for 30 days from date issued
Amount
124,692.00
We Hereby Propose to furnish material and labor as specified above or the sum o
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$ 124, 692.00
Terms: All material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a workmanlike manner. Any
alteration from the specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon written Change Orders, and
will become an additional charge above this Proposal. Any Questions Please Call Larry.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PUBLIC WORKS SAND SHED
This CONTRACT ("Contract"), between the City of Seward, Alaska, herein called the City,
acting by and through its City Manager, and
Harmon Construction, Inc.
P.O. Box 1650, Seward, Alaska 99664
A corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Alaska, its successors and assigns,
herein called the Contractor, is effective the date of the signature of the City Manager on this
document.
The Contractor, for and in consideration of the payment or payments herein specified and agreed
to by the City, hereby covenants and agrees to furnish and deliver all the materials and to do and
perform all the work and labor required in the construction of the above -referenced project as bid
by the Contractor, which bid and prices named, together with the Contract Documents (as
hereinafter defined) are made a part of this Contract and accepted as such. It is distinctly
understood and agreed that no claim for additional work or materials, done or furnished by the
Contractor and not specifically herein provided for, will be allowed by the City, nor shall the
Contractor do any work or furnish any material not covered by this Contract, unless such work or
materials is ordered in writing by the City. In no event shall the City be liable for any materials
furnished or used, or for any work or labor done, unless the materials, work, or labor are required
by the Contract or on written order furnished by the City. Any such work or materials which
may be done or furnished by the Contractor without written order first being given shall be at the
Contractor's own risk, cost, and expense and the Contractor hereby covenants and agrees to
make no claim for compensation for work or materials done or furnished without such written
order.
The contract amount accepted by the City is $124,692, payable in the manner set forth in the
General Conditions. The Contractor agrees that this lump sum price is full compensation for
finishing all equipment, material and labor that may be required for all work to be done under
this Contract.
The Contractor covenants and agrees that its work on the project will commence on: September
15, 2009. The Contractor further covenants and agrees that all materials shall be furnished and
delivered and all work and labor shall be done and performed, in every respect, to the satisfaction
of the City, on or before: November 15, 2009. It is expressly understood and agreed that in case
of the failure on the part of the Contractor, for any reason, except with the written consent of the
City, to complete the furnishing and delivery of materials and the doing and performance of the
work before the aforesaid date, the City shall have the right to deduct from any money due or
which may become due the Contractor. However, Contractor will not be liable for any delays
caused by the City or volunteers managed by the City.
The Contractor further covenants and agrees that the entire construction will be done under the
administration of and to the complete satisfaction of the City subject to the inspection at all times
and approval by any regulatory agency of the Local, State, or Federal Government of the United
States of America, and in accordance with the laws of the State of Alaska and the City of
Seward.
SA
For purposes of this Contract, Contracting Officer means Phillip Oates, or any other person
designated by the City Manager.
The Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee or agent of the City.
Contract Documents shall have the meaning ascribed by the General Conditions of the
Construction Contract, and include but are not limited to this Contract, the General Conditions of
the Construction Contract, and the following listed documents:
Resolution 2009 -�,3; (2) Contractor's proposal dated June 08, 2009 (attachment) :
shed,
Scope of Work is straightforward and includes demo and disposal of existingsand
new building per engineered drawings, engineering fees, concrete footingand wall
engineered trusses, metal roofing and siding, and simpson hold downs (HDUS ). s,
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Contract and agree to its terms
and conditions.
CONTRACTOR
Harmon Construction Inc.
Co any Name
Lawrence Harmon, President
CITY OF SE WARD
Phillip Oates, City Manager
ATTEST
Jean Lewis, CMC, City Clerk
Date
Date
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kre you still in need of the sample concrete removed from the project?
----- Original Message -----
From: Jeff Lucas
To: Eric Gieser
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 8:08 AM
Subject: RE: Sand Shed
Just the new work
Jeffrey B. Lucas CPCU AIC
Senior Casualty Adjuster
Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association
807 G Street, Suite 356
Anchorage AK 99501
907-258-2625 office
907-279-3615 fax
From: Eric Gieser [mailto:ashwater@gci.net]
Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 10:25 PM
To: Jeff Lucas
Subject: Re: Sand Shed
Jeff,
For the cement foundation wall are you also refering to the demolition of existing foundation/footings, excavation for new work,
footings, wall and backfill? I will try and check my email tomorrow eve when I get back to the office.
Eric
----- Original Message -----
From: Jeff Lucas_
To: Eric Gieser
Sent: Monday, August 24, 2009 6:48 AM
Subject: RE: Sand Shed
Eric
What would you estimate your cost for the cement foundation wall?
Jeffrey B. Lucas CPCU AIC
Senior Casualty Adjuster
Alaska Municipal League Joint Insurance Association
807 G Street, Suite 356
Anchorage AK 99501
907-258-2625 office
907-279-3615 fax
From: Eric Gieser [mailto:ashwater@gci.net]
Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2009 7:55 PM
To: Jeff Lucas
Subject: Re: Sand Shed
Jeff,
Per our phone call this afternoon I am confirming that our numbers on the rebuilding of the sand shed will be in excess of the
f125K figure.
My total expenses including overhead and fees would be 137,834.64. (1 can break this down for you if needed) This figure is
the estimated cost of a sound building with adequate footings which incorporates all the features of the existing sand shed facility
i.e. exterior covered storage, etc. This does not include any per diem for the 4 man crew I would send out. Including the lodginc
and food expense our total estimated job cost goes up to 156,204.10. This high figure has resulted in me trying to evaluate loca
costs in Seward and find alternative lodging for my employees. One option that has come about is the 1 and a half month rental
of a loaded motor home that we could drive down to Seward for the project. This creates the concern of finding adequate daily
shower facilities (a pain but manageable). The other option was to have my lead Forman drive his 34 foot boat from Whittier to
:/31 /2009
City of Seward, Alaska
August 24, 2009
CALL TO ORDER
City Council Minutes
Volume 38, Paee
The August 24, 2009 regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to ord
p.m. by Vice Mayor Willard Dunham. er at 7:00
OPENING CEREMONY
Lieutenant Tiner led the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Willard Dunham presiding and
Jean Bardarson — arrived at 7:20 p.m. Betsy Kellar
Bob Valdatta Tom Smith
Marianna Keil
comprising a quorum of the Council; and
Phillip Oates, City Manager
Jean Lewis, City Clerk
Johanna Dollerhide, Assistant City Clerk
ABSENT — Mayor Clark Corbrdge
CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS S
PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR
Tim McDonald notified the council people were four wheeling
and wanted council to outlaw this action immediately. They were doin e a beach rh2s property
salmon stream in the bay. It was important this action no longer continued. r ble harm to the main
McDonald said the land was on DNR but within city limits. espouse to Dunham,
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (KeiUSmith) Approval of
PP Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approved the August 16, 2009 Special City Council Meeting Minutes and the Au
Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. gust 10, 2009
City of Seward, Alaska City Council Minutes
August 24, 2009 Volume 38, Page
Resolution 2009-078, Amending Minor Language Changes To Rule 35 Of The City Council
Rules Of Procedures To Be Consistent With Past Changes.
Resolution 2009-0799 Changing Rule 2 Of The City Council Rules Of Procedures To Reflect A
Change In The Meeting And Adjournment Times For City Council Regular Meetings.
Resolution 2009-081, Authorizing A No -Fault Settlement With Polar Equipment, Inc. In The
Amount Of $27,856.32 Relating To An Electric Power Claim, And Appropriating Funds.
SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Proclamations and Awards
A proclamation was read for National Preparedness Month.
An Excellent Leadership And Dedicated Service Award Was PresentedTo Gregory
Carpenter For His Service On The Seward Historic Preservation Commission.
An Excellent Leadership And Dedicated Service Award Was Presented To Betsy Kellar
For Her Service On The Seward City Council.
City Manager's Report. City Manager Phillip Oates stated in July, the city council
appropriated funds in the amount of $30,000 for asbestos abatement for basement floor tiles and the
replacement. The city had -also decided to expand this contract to include the asbestos abatement of
the basement ceiling tiles, which would be $12,630. The Police Department received a capital grant
from the State of Alaska Department of Corrections to build a cover over the steps leading down to
the Seward Community Jail.- Harmon Construction Inc. would be doing this work for a cost of
$25,240.00. The SMIC department needed'to spend $22,709 plus freight on new belts for the 250-
ton Travelift. Belts were: replaced according to standards set by Marine TraveLift supplier Kendric
Equipment, and were replaced as necessary.
AMLJIA sent a risk manager to Seward on August 19, 2009. During this visit, they assessed
signage on Mount Marathon. They would provide the city with a written recommendation on h
ow
best to mitigate the risks of this trail system. AMLJIA also worked collaboratively with the Alaska
SeaLife Center to inspect the sheet wall on the east end of the center.
As of August 19, 2009, the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services had confirmed
400 cases of H1N1 (Swine Flu) in Alaska, 295 cases had been reported in the:Anchorage/Mat-Su
area,12 in the Gulf Coast, 37 in the Interior, 6 in the Northern area, 46 in the Southeast region, and 4
in the Southwest region. Alaska experienced its first H1N1 death on July 28, 2009. Confirmed
numbers may fluctuate as cases were updated with more current information. Hand washing was
being stressed to help slow the spread of the H1N1 virus.
Community Development — the City of Seward welcomed Dr. William H. Thomas (founder
of THE GREEN HOUSE® model for the Seward Long Term Care Facility) with a reception on
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Bill Thomas at Seward Mountain Haven from 3-4:45pm. ThePl A tour also occurred with Dr.
working hard on the updates to Title 15. arming and Zoning Commission was
Finance worked with the Seward Community Library/Museum c appropriation ballot language for the voter pamphlet, to explain the anticipated
ee to develop
advisory vote on whether to increase the sales tax by 0.5% for the ipated impact of the
construct the new library/museum. The department distributed purpose of funding bonds to
department heads, to submit their preliminary budget requests for heliminary budget worksheets to
the 2009 Budget Calendar was distributed. Final utilitybill e City''s first biennial budget and
by the finance department, with notification that future harbor utility bills
to all harbor utility customers
Mils would come directly from
the harbor department. The finance department was in initial stages
f rolling out the electronic
requisitioning system, allowing for purchasing authorizations obe
increasing efficiency by eliminating the need to hand -walk Paperwork submitted electronically,
allowing customers to pay their bill anytime day or night, at their
convenience.
Harbor —The Silver Salmon Derby was a success this
would like to thank the Chamber for their fantastic organization and The Harbor and Administration
changes in the Coast Guard organization resulted in Coast GuardSectarketing of this event. Recent
or radio coverage previously maintained by Air Station Kodiak. All re ue Anchorage assuming VHF
the Seward area should be directed to the Sector Anchorage Command Center. Please contact the
harbor if you need these phone numbers.
Sports and Recreation -the American Ramp Company
upgrade the Evan Casey Skate Park on Ballaine, at the end aof A s in Seward sooner than expected to
removal of the existing:- (homemade) elements was ongoing and soon
Street. Demolition and
professional installation of new skate park elements including a half- on the public would see the
the work being done, the skate park was currently closed but, barring half-
pe for the first time. Due to
by September 1, 2009 g y delays it should be re -open
Chamber of Commerce Report. Director Laura Cloward thanked all for their support
during the derby. It was very close to being a record year in terms
f
Seward. A volunteer appreciation event was planned. She thanked numbers of people visiting
community. Meet the Candidates Night would be September 22 2009. for her service to the
changed a bit due to: no opposition for the council candidates, and thenThe format would be
Borough Assembly candidates. on to the Kenai Peninsula
Cloward gave an economic development report for the council. She narrowed it down t
some key points. She focused her research on working with the people from the Center of Economic
Development to decide how best to determine Seward's economic development. It wasabout
growing the wealth needed to grow community development. Marketing was third tangible out
to that equation. Economic development was driven by a business decision to come o Seward.
piece
Cloward noted most decisions were web based, and before Seward even has a direct al
impact/communication. She stated the positive and negative impacts of using the chamberpersonal
government for economic development. Cloward noted government agencies wer e ess 1' elytolor
likely to look
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look at economic development from a strategic position. For a community the size of Seward,
studies showed one person could be designated for economic development.
Other Reports, Special Presentations
A report was given by Matt Gray of RBCA on Mono -filament Collection and Recycling
Project.
A report on the Alaska Harbor Observation Network was given by Howard Ferren and Dr.
Orson Smith.
Council recessed at 8:20 p.m.
Council resumed at 8:29 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Council voted and appointed Robert Buck as a member to the Port and Advisory Board with a
term to expire July 2012.
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution 2, 009-080 Amending Rule 16 To Reflect Changes To The Evaluation Process For
The City Manager, City Attorney And City Clerk.
Motio
n n Kellar/Keil) Approve Resolution 2009-080
Oates reviewed past direction given by council on recent evaluation changes. These included:
staggering evaluations for the months of January, February, and March, goal summaries and
accomplishments be submitted, and review the evaluation forms for the three individuals.
Kellar thought new city managers should be evaluated biannually instead of annually.
Valdatta thought that was standard procedure for all newly hired city managers. City Clerk Jean
Lewis noted all employees had a six month probationary evaluation. Oates stated this resolution
would not prevent that. He recommended it be put in all contracts the six month
probationary/evaluation period referenced by Valdatta.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2009-082, Increasing The Budget For Contracted Services For Water ($1609000)
And Wastewater ($35,000) Engineering Services, And Appropriating Funds.
Motion (Bardarson/Dunham)
Approve Resolution 2009-082
Oates stated this resolution would ensure that the city would be ready At a moments notice to
apply for grants. If the city did not get grant funding to accomplish these things; the city would have
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unds would come from existing fund balances. Bud etin
enacted due to lack of time.
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had been in place for these studies in the past, but not
Valdatta wanted to know about the status of the water
tanks.
Keil thought these infrastructure items had been ut
appropriate use of funds. P off for a Long time, so this was an
Bardarson agreed the city should be ready for rant funding.
nding.
Motion Passed
Unanimous
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
Discussed whether to support guidance documents for the issuance of r
the Outer Continental Shelf. P ehminary permits on
Dunham noted in the past, it had been a large busines
requested this discussion item. Keil asked if this would have an venture for Seward and he had
Center's power project. Dunham thought it might help it. Y affect on the Alaska SeaLife
vessel as well. A support P He also said .it could help the research
pport station was also , would —
needed, if Seward didn't do itsomeone wld
Kodiak. perhaps
Oates thought a support resolution would be a good idea and sought diection to work with
the appropriate agencies involved. The sealife center had an
Denali Commission and he intended to voice citysupport Opportunity to beef grant requests to the
pport for them.
Kellar thought the city should lead and supported that
leading and cutting edge and we should move in that direction. direction
ection. Keil felt Seward was also
to show city support of this project: ardarson thought it would be good
Dunham wanted it researched to have ice free sidewalks.
Direction was given for the city manager to draft a support resolution
of preliminary perm is on the Outer Continental Shelf. PP ton for the issuance
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action required
Pending Work Session Schedule.
City of Seward Financial Report Statement For June.
Erchinger summarized the financial report before the council. The biggest news for her was
what was happening at the hospital. The budgeted amount was a $V2 million loss this year, but the
good news was that Providence corrected some prior years bookkeeping which 'resulted in a positive
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increase of about $
100 000. Erchinger stated she did not have updated sales tax figures at this time.
Keil asked about cost containme
nt measures, Oates stated they would be implemented if and
when they were needed.
Erchinger said the cityhad received the first check from the borough on -the cruise ship head
tax, which took som
e time because it was the initial check. They had a commitment from th
borough mayor
to receive a fair share of the tax revenues, but had yet to see any more at this point.
Dunham noted the breakwater and dredging projects would be getting: off the ground soon.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Kellar thanked people in Seward who help make this place the wonderful community that it
was. She thanke
d the local businesses and all for giving her the opportunity to be a leader of this
community.
Bardarson thanked Ke
llar for her time and efforts and the citizens for a great salmon derby.
Keil thanked Kellar for being herself and she has enjoyed working with -her on council. She
congratulated Terry for her cost containment efforts and management with the Long Term Care
Facility. It was going to be an impressive facility.
Smi
th added the Long Term Care Facility was a great accomplishment and wished Kellar
good luck and said she never baked him cookies as promised.
V aldatta made a reference to McDonald' s comments that the city should curb the ATV's right
away. He congratulated Kellar on her promotion in Barrow.
Dunham said they would miss Kellar. He congratulated Lost Lake winners and the Vincent's
should be very proud of what they set up. The Quteckak Wellness Gathering was September 19,
2009 at the -Railroad dock. He requested the city do a letter of support or a resolution congratulating
them for this: Regarding the budget, Dunham wanted to set aside money for tourist improvements in
town. He would like to see Seward get a piece of this head tax money and put it towards the
beautification in Seward. The mural society did a lot for this town regarding beautification. The
Long Term Care Facility was a spectacular facility to see and recommended all 'go view it. Dunham
noted the City of Kenai just approved a project manager position and remarked Seward was seeing a
huge growth and department heads were right now project managing their own projects. He thought
Seward should have a full time project manager. He noted John Osenga passed away recently and he
and his wife were institutions in Seward and expressed his condolences.
Oates reminded council of future work sessions and hoped all council inembers would be in
attendance for the September 15, 2009 electric rate review work session and the budget work session.
He hoped council candidates might participate, also.
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CITIZENS 9 COMMENTS —
John French thanked Kellar for her energetic g Participation on council.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZENS' COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:21 p.m.
Jean Lewis
City Clerk
(City Seal)
Clark Corbridge
Mayor
LQ,a
Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 14, 2009
From:
Jean Lewis, City Cler
Agen
da Item: Appointment of Election Board
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION: the
appointed b
According to Seward City Code 04.05.015 (a), City election boards are selected and app into within
Kenai Peninsula Borou
gh h Assembly and each member shall be a qualified voter b resident
Borough
the precinc
t for which they are appointed. The members listed below were approved
Assembly.
qualified city residents that will
constitute the election board and committed to work on October
The
t Casey -Skinner, Rose MacSwain, Jean Bardarson and Mar
6, 2009 are: Jean Cripps, Betty Y
Kansteiner.
RECOMMENDATION :
The City Council approves Jean Cripps, Betty Casey -Skinner, Rose MacSwain, Jean Bardarson and
Mark Kansteiner as the Election Board for the October 6, 2009 regular municipal election.
Agenda Statement
Date: September 14, 2009
From: Jean Lewis, City Clerk
Agenda Item:
Appointment of Canvass Board
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
According to Seward City Code 04.01.115 (a), the City Clerk, subject to the approval of the City
Council, shall appoint four or more qualified voters who shall constitute for the October 6, 2009 regular election. The canvass board is schedulethe election canvass board
October 8, 2009 to count the special need, absentee, and questioned d to convene the afternoon of
q ballots.
This canvass board comprises of City of Seward residents, Kim Rei
Campbell, and Debbie Bond. erson, Lori Draper, Jackie
RECOMMENDATION:
The Seward City Council approve and appoint the above to the canvass board for the
2009 regular election. October 6,
Memorandum
Date: September 14, 2009
To: Phillip Oates, City Manager
From: Jean Lewis, City Cler
4�,�
Sub'J: Draft Evaluation Forms for City Manager, City Attorney
and City Clerk
Changes were made to the
evaluation process and the City Council Rules of Procedures will be
updated with those changes.
on forms from each of the three appointed officials. Also attached
Attached are DRAFT eval uati
mplishment forms. Below are some of the possible
are two examples of summaries or acco
decisions needed to finalize these forms:
---Are the questions for each satisfactory. Add or subtract.
--- Please determine which style you wish; either the old form or the newly proposed form by the
city manager.
---Both have a 1 to 5 grade scale, but wording needs to be consistent on all evaluations.
---Wish to have a standard summary or accomplishment form?
---Propose getting rid of "DK or don't know."
Council will give direction on further enhancements to the proposed forms, and the city
clerk will finalize for the 2010 evaluation process.
--Jean
City Manager Evaluation Date Page 1 of 2
A. Communicates clearly and effectively with the City Council
1 2 3 4 5
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
B. Accomplishes Council policies and priorities
1 2 3 4 5
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
C. Provides superior integrity, honesty, and leadership
1 2 3 4 5
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
D. Accomplishes daily missions and tasks in all departments
1 2 3 4 5
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
Page 2of2
E. Secures funding and support for future projects and long term objectives
1 2 3 4 5
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
F. Manages and maintains effective internal controls, budgets, and resources
1 2 3 4 5
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
G Plans and prepares for future requirements and emergencies
1 2 3 4
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
5
Excellent
H. Is responsive to the public 5
1 2 3 4
Unsatisfactory Needs Improvement Adequate Good Excellent
Comments and/or suggestions for improvement:
I. Strengths and/or weaknesses (continue on back of form if necessary)
Signature of Council Member
501
City Manager Accomplishments and Goals (since last evaluation)
A. Top 10 Accomplishments
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
B. Short Term Goals (limit to 5)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5
C. Long Term Goals (limit to 5)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Signature Date
con
CITY CLERK
City of Seward
CITY CLERK EVALUATION
Review Date:
EVALUATED BY: The Seward City Council
1 Unacceptable performance. Has not performed well at all in this category.
2 Below Average. Needs improvement in this category. (Must provide an example).
3 Average. Has performed satisfactorily in this category.
4 Above Averaize. Has performed better than average in this category.
5 Excellent. Has had superior performance in this category.
Circle the response that best reflects your personal observation with regards to each of the following, and write in
any additional comments or suggestions within the box.
('rifori7
A
Has good attendance at meetings and work sessions.
1 2 3 4 5
B
Is efficient in the preparation of agendas for meetings and work sessions.
1 2 3 4 5
C
Is responsive to concerns and answers questions promptly.
1 2 3 4 5
D
Conducts parliamentarian skills when asked.
1 2 3 4 5
E
Able to anticipate problems and is effective in preventive actions.
1 2 3 4 5
F
Coordinates and Administers city elections, absentee voting, worker training,
and canvass boards efficiently.
1 2 3 4 5
Page 2 of 2 Contract Employee Evaluation
4GKeepps the public and city council informed of related matters. 1:1 2 3 4 5
H Deals tactfully, courteously and efficiently with the public. 1 2 3 4 5
I Engages in activities to promote own professional growth and development. 1 2 3 4 5
J Judgments, actions and decisions are sound 1 2 3 4 5
K What degree of confidence do you have in the City Clerk from all aspects of 1 2 3 4 5
their performance and relationship to you as a city councilmember?
L Overall rating of city clerk department as a whole. 1 2 3 4 5
City Clerk Strengths or weaknesses:
Employee's signature
Revised: 09/14/09
Date
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City of Sewarl
CITY ATTORNEY EVALUATION
Wohlforth, Johnson, Brecht, Cartledge &Brooking
CITY ATTORNEY Firm listed above. EVALUATED BY: The Seward City Council
Review Date:
Circle the response that best reflects your personal observation with regards to each of the following.
DK Don't know. Have not made any personal observations in this category. (Not included in tally.)
1 Unacceptable performance. Has not performed well at all in this category.(Must provide an
example.)
2 Below Average. Needs improvement in this category. (Must provide an example).
3 Average Has performed satisfactorily in this category.
4 Above Average. Has performed better than average in this category.
5 Excellent. Has had superior performance in this category.
n -:.L -
t A�G'Firm
works well as part of the executive team. Comments:
DK 1 2 3 4 5
B
Tempers and balances legal approaches and restrictions with reality and
DK 1 2 3 4 5
service needs. Comments:
C
Provides solutions and alternatives to legal problems and issues.
DK 1 2 3 4 5
Comments:
Responsive to direct requests from council. Comments:
D
DK 1 2 3 4 5
E
Provides answers to questions in a timely fashion and in an
DK 1 2 3 4 5
understandable manner. Comments:
1�
Page 2 of 3 City Attorney Evaluation
F
Keeps abreast of changes occurring in the various facets of municipal
DK 1 2 3 4 5
law. Comments:
G
Keeps the City advised of developments in municipal law and actions in DK 1 2 3 4 5
other communities and jurisdictions that may have an impact on the
City's activities. Comments:
a good system of reporting the activities of the legal
DK 1 2
artment, consistent with maintaining the attorney/client privilege.
3 4 5
THMaintains
ments:
nds meetings as required. Comments:
DK 1 2 3 4 5
J
Is well prepared and knowledgeable about Council agenda items for
DK 1 2 3 4 5
which attorney review was requested. Comments:
TKIs
adept at cost control. Comments:DK
1 2 3 4ticipates
legal questions. Comments:
DK 1 2 3 4 5
M
Council is confident with attorney's advice. Comments:
DK 1 2 3 4 5
O
Is effective in advising whether or not litigation is excessive,
DK 1 2 3 4 5
unnecessary or successful. Comments:
P
Written communication skills. Comments:
DK 1 2 3 4 5
Q
Public speaking skills. Comments:
DK 1 2 3 4 5
R
Effectively responds to concerns expressed by Council in the most
DK 1 2 3 4 5
recent evaluation. Comments:
S
City Attorney carries out the overall wishes of the Council.
DK 1 2 3 4 5
--I --_),
3 of 3 City Attorney Evaluation
Comments:
Specific Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses:
Comments:
Reviewer's signature
Revised: 8/14/09
Date
�y
Alaska Municipal League Mayor's Confere
nce Report
This years Mayor`s Conference and Summer Meeting was held in Palmer 8
was their old Alaska Railroad Deport. They have transformed it into a veryfi�-8/14. The meeting place
The various other City/Boro bldgs (library, city hall, etc.) in a two block area functional conference place.
breakout rooms as needed. We have used ours in a different vein throughea make up the extra
development, styles, for the pavilions, etc. However, I think that we couldthe design of our waterfront
doing something similar to the Palmer model when it comes time for the look at
moved. Legends building to be
The annual Mayor's session of AML is intended as an opportunity to outline
t
government bodies will request for action by the attendees at the November eneequests the various
g
be passed on to the Legislature. These requests of course include revenues ral meeting that will
an
business today. It is downright staggering what some of the villages are a the high costs of doing
g paying
equipment, air delivery, etc. It makes some of our costs look lilt peanutsing for power, fuel,
The Aug.12 meeting bean with a welcome from Palmer Mayor John Combs.
Borough Mayor Tallis C:o1berg. We then settled in to cover the items carriedfollowed by Mat -Su
over from the January and
April meetings. I have attached the minutes for your information so you can et
of concern expressed by local governments from around the state. Transportation understand the items
were the big ones. The drop out of hydro from the Federal Stimulus was added to our energy a course,
Low Carbon Energy. r agenda, as was
Creation of a conservation and fuel efficiency incentive program for utilities an renewable/alternative energy was pulled from the agenda due to the State 's push of Utilities
ion of
and the energy study done by the Alaska power authority. Revenue Sharing pfor t Utilities bill (182)
$60M. Education support was carried on and also to continue to oppose an his year stayed at
formula. I was able to get library funding for Sen.119 added. No Child Left changes in the funding
needs -request was made to be given to the legislature. We added a request for funds frehind o
discussed and a
for Public Safety for funding of Junk Car removal which has languished for severfrom the Gas Tax
i e
funding to stay as is. A Priorities of A C OM is attached with my scribbles as ar al budgets now. PERS
29 meeting. Also, a white paper on federal issues was covered. e the work sheet of Jan
These are important meetings with all the municipalities and govenu-rents work' ing together to give us
Report of AML Policy meeting establishing 2009/2010 and 2009 to 2015 Strategic Sean Parnell addressed this session, which was a nice switch after being"stiffethree Plans: Governor
previous governor. He covered most of the issues dear to our hearts, including RevenueSharing,
by the
PERS, capital funding, and energy policy that his administration will support. When Sharing,
events we will see. His re-election will no doubt be decided by the next p16 months. pushed by today's
Transportation issues were covered by DOT Director, Jeff Ottesen, while we waited f
to arrive. He told us transportation is in for some bad days. The Stimulus Bill has brought
over
or Be0
million to projects that were ready to go. Most, if not all, of the repaving being done aroundg over $sat
stimulus money. The new transportation bill awaiting action in D.C. Is geared for changest the state is
marine ports, rail, marine ferries. The 13 Fast Rail projects will eat up most of the money. to T-Lu,
� t�
No new roads or new capacity for transportation corridors will qualify. Funding for the Dena00
Commission was reduced. A funding cap is being looked at for any city or areas under 500,0
population. A new tax may be enacted to pay for widening roads on interstates systems. Alaska being,
the only state with no Highway Trust fund for matches. This is going to cause a serious problem for
projects that require matches for funding. Representatives Oberstar & Waxman are look' to major
changes on qualifying the way funds are used: livability, sustain ables, green house deductions, climate
change, retros on foreign aid, are buzz words which are going to become very popular. Thankfully, at
that point Senator Begich, appeared and we moved on.
The senator spoke on Stimulus Funds and projects around the state underway or funded. Alaska should
gain about $1.3B. He listed several projects. A new hospital in Nome is under construction. He spoke
about the trip of the four cabinet secretaries he had taken around the state. Their reaction
to our world was very sobering he said. The changes in funding scheduling by populations and 700,000
cut-offs, does not bode well for the less populated western states. He spoke of the Western Coalition,
which has been formed to fight this disparity. Limiting funds to only urban areas will be a disaster for
the west. He spoke of veteran programs, highway safety and health care, which can break us all if we
don't get a handle them soon.
A t the next session, covered by our own Ray Gillespie, Revenue Sharing was covered. There is $160 M
in the fund now, so it should be the sane this year. Stimulus funding should be showing up around the
around the middle of Sept. There was some talk about an increase of the Property Tax from $20k to
$50K statewide, but who knows what will happen. There could be a move by some to put in a sales tax
cap of $1,500 but who knows.
We then moved to working on the 2010 policy statement for the Legislature. This was an interesting
series and many changes were made, The approved copies will be available soon I assume. All will be
covered at the Nov meeting in Anchorage. I urge all council members who can attend, to do so. I look
for a good show of legislators as this is an election year coming up.
There were many topics covered and I could cover more but I think this is enuf as you can get the gist
from the attachments and other publications I have given to the Clerks office . I would recommend that
all look over the Strategic Plan done by the Foraker Group for the AML 2009 to 2015. I found it very
interesting and helpful for those of us weird ones who give our time to these endeavors
Submitted
Willard Dunham Vice Mayor
City of Seward
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SUMMER LEGISLATIVE/BOARD/AC
Palmer Community Center — °M MEETING
Palmer, Alaska
AUGUST 12 - 14, 2009
• All functions will be held at the Palmer Co
stated.
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mmunity Center (Railroad Depot), unless otherwise
Committee members, Board members& ACoM members.
i3'ednesdav August 12, 2009
7:30 a.m.
AML Board — Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 12: p.m.
AML Board Meeting
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 P.M.
All — Lunch
I P.M. - 5 p.m.
Mayors — Alaska Conference of Mayors
Thursday. Au ust 13, 2009
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
All — Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
All — Welcome and Introductions
—Denzse Michels
8:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.
All — Priorities Overview
Transportation— Jeff Ottesen
Energy — Rep. Bryce Edgmon & Rep. Charisse Millett
Revenue Sharing — Ray Gillespie
Property Tax Exemption — Eileen Cummings
10:00 a.m.
All — Senator Mark Begich
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
All — Luncheon
1:00 P.M. - 5:00 p.m.
All — Legislative Subcommittee Policy Work Sessions
5:30p.m - 7:00 p.m.
All — Palmer Welcome Event at the Palmer Golf Course
(Transportation will be provided)
Friday, August 14 2009
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
All — Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. - 1 I :00 p.m.
All — Legislative Subcommittee Policy Work Sessions
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
All — Legislative Subcommittee Proposed Policy Change g Reports
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FEDERAL ISSUES
The Alaska Municipal League has identified their top priorities that affect Alaska's
municipalities from a federal level. These priorities include:
1. P 1LTISecure Funding for Rural Schools — Most of the municipalities in the
State of Alaska depend on Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) and provide school support, Secure
roads
funding for
Funding for Rural Schools to al League supports
and many other basic services. The Alaska Municipal to support the
full funding for both of these sources and will do a possible
Alaska delegation in their efforts toward this go
2. Transportation — The Alaska Municipal League is concerned with gene o
that appears to be inequi
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transportation funding requirements tf money
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Alaska and all other rural areas. We ar
available in the U.S. Transportation Trust Fund. We, therefore, support
new regulations that would help to increase those areas not able to be
served by mass transit or areas not identified by a large population base.
We also request appropriations to SAFET-LU or like funds that provide
basic transportation infrastructure to all states
3. Denali Commission — Denali Commission funds have brought much -needed
infrastructure to much of Alaska. Water and sewer, health clinics, bulk -
fuel tanks, alternative energy, housing, and many other basic needs have
been provided throughout Alaska due to federal funding provided to the
Commission. We support increased funding be restored to the Denali
Commission. The Alaska Municipal League stands ready to be a helpful
ally in relaying the success of this funding to the federal government.
4. Arctic Bills — The Alaska Municipal League appreciates the work of Senator
Begich, especially with regards to the recent Arctic Bills. The Alaska
Municipal League would like to request that we be allowed input and
suggestions into the language and implementation of these bills and other
bills that affect Alaska and Alaska's municipalities in such a broad and
sweeping manner.
Member of the National League of Cities and the National Association of Counties
Priorities of ACoM
August 13, 2009
Revenue Sharing:
The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports full funding of $60 million into
Revenue Sharing Fund into the FY201°priation of the full $60 million from the
inflation, while yet realizing our ultimatebudget r the communities, allowingthe
resource revenues. long-term goal is 6% of State nafar
ral
Education:�,,,�,�
a. The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports
long-term forward funding of an
adequate and equitable education
reimbursement, and construction and o °undation program, school debt
Foundation Formula that would increase th pposes any change in the State's
b. The Alaska Conference of Mayors e burden to local government.
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increases to provide for inflationarysupports funding annual incremental
salaries and operating costs. cost ncreases of health insurance, teacher's
c. Funding for building projects outside of the education
d. The Alaska Conference of Mayors su orts foundation formula.
"Libraries in Communities," pp full funding in 2011 for SB119 (2008)
Transportation:
a. The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports the
sustainable transportation funding mechanism for Alpaska.
evelopment of a long-term,
b. The Alaska Conference of Mayors Supports fair,
distribution of federal economic stimulus i a manner equitable and statewide
regions and municipalities. ner that benefits all Alaskan
Energy:
a. The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports funding for renewable and alternative
energy development, including amendments to the Renewable
needed and the provision of additional funds. Energy Fund, as
b. The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports the provision of staffing
information and energy audit services more widely available through make
funding toward weatherization and home conservation programs. g ceased
c. The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports the provision of incentives for utilitie
to integrate renewable and alternative energys
generation and distribution. into new and existing power
d. The Alaska Conference of Mayors supports continued PCE funding with the
expansion to public facilities, municipal facilities and small businesses.
e. The Alaska Conference of Mayors support consideration of all routes and
the
immediate construction of an in -state gas line to provide reliable energyprices, , p
relief for Alaskan commun
ities and an inducement for business and employment
enterprises. supports the expansion of the federal
f. The Alaska Conference of Mayors,oin
hydro electric energy, especially low -
definition of "Renewable Energy t
impact hydro.
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Oceans play an essential role in
regulating the earth's climate by
absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2)
from the atmosphere. Since the
start of the industrial revolution,
the oceans have absorbed a total
of 525 billion tons of CO2, including
about one-third of all human -
generated CO2 (CNRS 2008). As
CO2 dissolves in seawater, it acts to
make the water more acidic and
hence, corrosive, to many marine
organisms.
Ocean acidification has been called
a sister problem to climate change
b the same
Newly discovered cold water coral in the
Aleutian Islands may already be in danger
from acidic waters. Photo: MaA-Amend,
because it is caused y NOAA
human -caused production of large
amounts of CO2. Its impacts are additional to, and
may exacerbate, the effects of climate change.
How eyes Ocean Acidification work?
The importance of pH
A measure of the acidity of water, the pH scale
ranges from 1-14, with 1 being the most acidic.
Today's surface ocean water is slightly alkaline, with
a pH ranging from 7.5-8.5. As CO2 reacts with wa-
ter, it forms carbonic acid, which releases hydrogen
ions. Those hydrogen ions lower the pH of the sur-
rounding waters.
The average pH of the global oceans has already
dropped from 8.2 to 8.1 since the industrial revolu-
tion. On the pH scale, this seemingly small change
of 0.1 indicates an increase of 30% in acidity. if
global Co? emissions continue on current trends,
then by the end of the century the oceans will see a
pH drop of 0.4, a 150% increase in acidity.
Carbonate Concentration
Decreases with Increasing Acidity
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Alaska Marine Conservation Council
Why shoes acQalfieat�®i�
Ecosystem impact
Due to increased acidity, less cal-
cium carbonate is available for ma-
rine organisms to use in making
calcified shells. Current predictions
indicate that the pH of the oceans
will drop by 0.4 by the end of the
century, which would decrease the
calcium carbonate available by
50% (ESF 2008). it would also
create a more acidic ocean envi-
ronment than the world has had in
the past 20 million years.
Research has shown that lowered
ocean pH will affect the processes
by which animals such as corals,
mollusks and crustaceans make their support struc-
tures; 'thus, increasing acidity threatens their sur-
vival. pteropods are small planktonic mollusks that
are at the bottom of the food chain, and they will be
one of the first casualties of increasing acidity in
Alaska's marine waters. In recent experiments ex-
posing five ptero-
pods to the condi-
tions predicted by
"business -as -
usual" carbon
emission scenar-
ios, the pteropod
shells showed evi-
dence of dissolu-
tion and damage
within only 48
hours. Pteropods
are a key rood A pteropod planktonic mollusk, depend -
source for salmon ent on calcium carbonate. Photo: NOAA
and other. species.
In addition to pteropods, marine organisms at risk
from increasing acidification include the corals and
coralline algae commonly found in reef communities.
Cold water coral communities along the Aleutian
Islands form important fish habitat. Foraminifera
and coccolithophores, planktons abundant in most
surface waters, are also at risk.
Coastal economic effects
Though hardly any economic impact assessments
for ocean acidification exist, the high threat to ma-
rine ecosystems posed by acidification indicates that
fisheries and the coastal economies that depend on
them may be severely impacted. Acidiflcation alters
the chemical balance of the oceans, and in doing so
undermines the foundations to a
variety of food -webs. (Continued on back)
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Some commercial species like
clams and crabs will be directly
impacted by reductions in cal-
cium carbonate. Others, like
most fish populations, will be
affected indirectly as acidifica-
tion impacts their key prey spe-
cies.
Do regional differences af-
fect acidification,?
Polar and sub -polar oceans will
be impacted first
Currently, the oceans` surface
bo
water layers have sufficient amour s of calcium cal--
nate for organisms to use
conditions). This calcium carbonar+rlctr-ssaturated
deeper in War, regions and closer to in colder regions. Because calcium the surface
carbonate is less
stable in colder waters, marine life in the polar
oceans will be affected by calcium, carbonate loss
first. A study published in Nature by 27 U.S. and
international scientists statedSom
Polar waters will become under sa ur Polar and sub -
the pre -industrial level of CO aced [at twice
within the next 50 ears" (Orr
2. 560 ppm], probably
saturated refers to conditions in which he sea der -
has some calcium carbonate remainingwater
not have enough available for the orgn nslto Oe'
build strong shells.
How is acidification !linked to climate change?
The changes in ocean chemistry described will re-
duce the ocean's ability to absorb COz (acting as a
carbon "sink") from the atmosphere. Researchers at
the University of East Anglia have shown that the
North Atlantic is Curren
tly slowing its uptake of CO2,
reducing the sink by greater than 50% since 1995.
Though variation in the Northern Atlantic Oscillation
is attributed as the primary cause, the problem is
exacerbated by the high inorganic carbon levels in
the ocean (Schuster et al. 2007). Although the
ocean is an important carbon sink, it is not an infi-
nite one. When the oceans can no longer take one-
third of the human produced COZ out of the atmos-
phere, more greenhouse gases will remain in the
atmosphere, accelerating the warming trend.
How do we deal with Ocean Acidification?
Reduce emissions now
The risk of irreversible ecosystem change needs to
spur initiatives to end human dependence on fossil
fuels. Thus, political will, personal change in energy
uses, and large-scale investment in clean -energy
technologies are essential if we are to avoid any of
the damaging effects of ocean acidification
(Guinotte et al. 2008).
"'-wceans Mat use calcizo.,
cap bonate to strengthen I eir shells. photo:1 Np q q
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hats the big Picture?
Ocean acidification is likely to
after the biodiversity of he
world's marine ecosystems and
may affect the total productivity
Of the oceans. Previously it was
thought that these changes
would take centuries, but new
findings indicate that an increas-
ingly acidic environment could
cause problems in high-latifiude
marine ecosystems within just a
few decades. The effects of in -
will last for thousands of years since the oceans
cycle very slowly, the oceans
Furti-jer reading. -
The he March 2006 edition of Scientific American
magazine has an article, "The Dangers of Ocean
Acidification,,' by Scott Done
the study published in Nature one of the authors of
Elizabeth Kolbert wrote an article for The New
Yorker, November 20, 2006 about ocean addifica-
tion entitled "The Darkening Sea: What carbon
emissions are doing to the ocean."
References.
1. CNRS (2008, May 29) Ocean Acidification And Its
Impact On Ecosystems. 5cienceDaily.
2, European Science Foundation (2008, May 24). Ocean
Acidification: Another Undesired Side Effect Of Fossil
Fuel -burning. ScienceDaily.
3. Feely et al. "Impact of anthropogenic COZ on CaCO3
system in the oceans." Science 305: 362-366. June
16, 2004
4• Guinotte et al. "Ocean acidification and its potential
impact on marine ecosystems." The Year in Ecology
and Conservation Biology 2008. Vol 1134. June 2008.
5. Kleypas et al. "Impacts of'ocean acidification on coral
reefs and other marine ca.lcifiers: a guide for further
research." Report of a workshop held April 18-20,
2005
6. Orr et al. "Anthropogenic ocean acidification over the
twenty-first century and itsimpact on calcifying or-
ganisms." Nature 437: 681-686 SEP 29 2005
7. Schuster et al, "A variable and decreasing sink for
atmospheric CO2 in the North Atlantic." J. Geophys.
Res., 112. 2007
Updated June 2008
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PO Box 101145, Anchorage, AK 99510
(907) 277-5357; 277-5975 (Fax)
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug. 11, 2009 the most
same things that make Alaska's marine waters among
ac ditication.
Fairbanks, Alaska —The to
the world may also make them the most vulnerable c entist, Alaska's oceans
productive in a University of Alaska Fairbanks
According to new findings by
are becoming increasinbly
acidic, which could damage Alaska Ming crab and salmon
fisheries.
This spring, chemical oceanographer her Jeremy Mathis returned from a cruise armed with
seawater samples h
collect
ed from the depths of the Gulf of Alaska. When he tested that
samples acidity i n his lab, the results were more acidic than expected. The Alaska than in
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ocean acid
ification is likely more severe and is happening more rapidly
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tro ical waters. The results also matched his recent findings in the
Seas.
"It seems like everywhere we look in Alaska's coastal oceans, we see signs of increased
ocean acidification," said Mathis.
a term
Often
referred to as the "sister problem to climate change," ocean acidification isoxide
to describe increasing acidity in the world's oceans. The ocean absorbs carbon re acidic.
from the air. As the ocean absorbs more carbon dioxide, seawater tb sit was 300 years
Scientists estimate that the ocean is 25 percent snore acidic today an
ago.
"The increasing acidification of Alaska waters could have a destructive effect s all of
our commercial fisheries. This is a problem that we have to think about ill terms of the
next decade instead of the next century," said Mathis.
The ocean contains minerals that organisms like oysters and crabs use to build their
shells. Ocean acidification makes it more difficult to build shells, and in 5oine cases the
water can become acidic enough to break down existing shells. Mathis' recent research in
the Gulf of Alaska uncovered multiple sites where the concentrations of shell -building
minerals were so low that shellfish and other organisms in the region would be unable to
build strong shells.
"We're not saying that crab shells are going to start dissolving, but these organisms have
adapted their physiology to a certain range of acidity. Early results have shown that when
some species of crabs and fish are exposed to more acidic water, certain stress hormones
increase and their metabolism slows down. If they are spending energy responding tn
acidity changes, then that energy is diverted away from growth, foraging and
reproduction," said Mathis.
Another organism that could be affected by ocean acidification is the tiny Pteropod, also
known as a sea butterfly or swimming sea snail. The pteropod is at the base of the food
chain and makes up nearly half of the pink salmon's diet. A 10 percent decrease in the
population of pteropods could mean a 20 percent decrease in an adult salmon's body
y
"This is a case where we see ocean acidification having an indirect effect on a
commercially viable species by reducing its food supply," said Mathis.
The cold waters and broad, shallow continental shelves around Alaska's coast could be
accelerating the process of ocean acidification in the North, Mathis said. Cold water ca
hold more gas than warmer water, which means that the frigid waters off Alaska' n
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can absorb more carbon dioxide. The shallow waters of Alaska's continental shelves also
is
retain more carbon dioxide because there is less mixing of seawater from deeper ocean
er waters. p n
Ask any coastal Alaskan and they will tell you that Alaska's waters are teemingwit
biological life, from tiny plankton to humpback whales. All of these animals use h
and emit carbon dioxide. Mathis and other scientists call this the "biolo ical umox} gen
g p p ,,
"We are blessed with highly productive coastal areas that support vast commercial
dioxide
fisheries, but this productivity acts like a pump, absorbing more and more carbon 1
from the atmosphere," said Mathis. "Because of this, the acidity of Alaska's coa
will continue to increase, and likely accelerate, over the next decade." stal seas
Mathis said that it is still unclear what the full range of effects of ocean acidificat
be, but that it is a clear threat to Alaska's commercial fisheries and subsistence non will
communities.
"We need to give our policy makers and industry managers information and forecast
ocean acidification in Alaska so they can make decisions that will keep our fisheries on
viable," said Mathis. "Ecosystems in Alaska are going to take a hit from ocean
acidification. Right now, we don't know how they are going to respond."
CONTACT: Carin Stephens, public information officer, at 907-322-8730, or via e-mail
oceano ra
stephens@sfos.uaf.edu. Jeremy Mathis, assistant p g professor of at 907-474 t 5926, or via e-mail at jmathis@sfos.uaf.edu. ph y'
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