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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03172010 Historic Preservation Packet Seward Historic Preservation Commi e� of sett .., • ��\ Re Meeting �'P SAS .. . ,. s . . ,..,,,,,,.,..:,,, ,_,-: _, . i " " 1 ' ' -*:444 ' ''. I . _ f \ 14 ' ,rte 4 t eq p r� , f ^ 0 9 � � z � , '+ a ,"Mry� r �' � � � ., .. j yM ' , ,,, .. T_ .. asp ✓ . K' � ?p � f 0. v ; w4 36, i.... March 17, 20 10 Regular Meeting City Council Chambers Beginning at 6:30 pm Seward Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting March 17, 2010 6: 30 p.m. City Council Chambers Jolund Luther Chair 1. Call to Order Term Expires 05/11 Linda Lasota Vice -Chair 2. Opening Ceremony Term Expires 05/10 Tom Swann A. Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner g g Term Expires 05/11 3. Roll Call John French Commissioner 4. Special Reports Term Expires 05/11 Monica Hinders A. City Administration Report Commissioner B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations Term Expires 5/11 David Hamner 1. Friends of the Jesse Lee Home Update -Swann Commissioner 2. Website Updates — Luther Term Expires 5/11 3. Photos for CLG Grant 2008 — Lasota 4. Historic Site Inventory — All Vacant Commissioner Term Expires 05/10 5. Citizens' Comments on Agenda Items Not Scheduled for Public Hearing and Other Items Not Included on the Phillip Oates Agenda. [Those who have signed in will be given the first City Manager opportunity to speak Time is limited to 2 minutes per Patricia Linville speaker and 30 minutes total time for this agenda item] Library Director 6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda. [Approval of Ryan Reynolds Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk Library /Museum Staff ( *). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a Commissioner so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda.] Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Agenda March 17, 2010 7. Public Hearings [Limit comments to 5 minutes. Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak] - None 8. Unfinished Business A. 2010 Meeting and Agenda Cut -off Schedule . Page 3 B. Schedule Work Session on Historic Site Inventory Page 5 9. New Business * A. February 17, 2010 Regular Meeting Minutes . .Page 6 * B. February 24, 2010 Special Meeting Minutes Page 8 C. Schedule Work Session to discuss current and upcoming Grants ...Page 10 D. Resolution 2010 -02 supporting Local Historic Register Application for Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building Page 11 10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required) A. Local Historic Register Application for Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building Page 14 B. 2009 -2010 Historic Preservation Commission Priorities List Page 21 11. Commission Comments 12. Citizens' Comments [Limit to 5 minutes per individual — Each individual has one opportunity to speak] 13. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments 14. Adjournment Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting Agenda March 17, 2010 Historic Preservation Agenda Statement Date: February 17, 2010 r 4 OF SFk, From: Ryan Reynolds, HP Staff °� -'�'�a Subject: 2010 Historic Preservation Meeting and Agenda Cut -off q- � P BASK Schedule BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The Seward City Code states the Historic Preservation Commission shall meet at least twice each year. To allow for proper public notice all Public Hearing items must be presented to staff three weeks prior to any meeting and regular business items must be presented two weeks prior to any meeting. The Historic Preservation Meeting Agenda must be presented to the City Clerk for publication two Monday's before any public meeting. The attached schedule and agenda cut -off dates reflei}these requirements. Special meetings may be held at the call of the chair or the city manager, and at such other times as the Commission may determine necessary. Work sessions may also be scheduled as needed. Both special meetings and work sessions must also meet the public notice requirements. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Commission schedule regular, monthly Work Sessions on the 3` Wednesday of each month, except when New Business or Action Items require a Regular Meeting. 6 City of Seward 2010 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting and Agenda Cut -Off Dates Unless otherwise noted the Commission shall meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the 3rd Wednesday of each month Public Hearing Items Non Public Hearing Notice Meeting or Work Variance /CUP /Plat Reviews Items Session Date 3 weeks prior to meetin •) (2 weeks • nor to meetin ! ) s� ' m U M , i 7 , rw9f`4�', A4 � ' . " � f w . ,M ' W 4 a e . . ' .a le, 1 0- �,' A i 14 ,vk!tdu�i3' �" P. ai �� '" - l .c g a t94.1 : "P;, .. 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RECOMMENDATION: Staff is available to schedule a future work session or comply with notices for public meetings. City of Seward, Alaska Historic Preservation Commission Minutes February 17, 2010 Volume 2, Page 93 Call to Order The February 17 2010 regular meeting of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Commissioner Tom Swann. Opening Ceremony Commissioner French led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Roll Call There were present: Commissioner Tom Swann presiding, and Dave Hamner John French Monica Hinders Absent were Linda Lasota and Jolund Luther. comprising a quorum of the Commission; and Patricia Linville, Library Director Ryan Reynolds, Library/Museum Staff Special Reports None Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations - Citizens' Comments on Any Subject Except Those Items Scheduled For Public Hearing —None Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda Motion (Hinders/Hamner) Approve the Agenda Motion Passed Unanimous Consent The following items were approved under the Consent Agenda: Meeting Minutes from December 16 2009 Seward Historic Preservation Commission Public Hearing — None City of Seward, Alaska Historic Preservation Commission Minutes February 17, 2010 Volume 2, Page 94 Unfinished Business - None New Business - A. Meeting Minutes from December 16 2009 Seward Historic Preservation Commission B. 2010 Meeting and Agenda Cut -off Schedule C. Schedule Work Session on Historic Site Inventory Item A: • Minutes were approved. Item B: • Item B was tabled until next meeting. Item C: • Item C was tabled until next meeting. Informational Items — (No action required) A. FY '10 CLG Grant Application Approval Commission Comments - Hinders will miss the March meeting. Hamner expressed interest in continuing the Fireside Chats and was informed by Swann that the chats could be held in collaboration with the local school. Linville requested that the next agenda include a Work Session to work on grants. Citizens' Comments [Limit to 5 minutes per individual- Each individual has one opportunity to speak] - None Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments- None The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. Ryan Reynolds Jolund Luther, Chair Library Staff (City Seal) City of Seward, Alaska Historic Preservation Commission Minutes February 24, 2010 Volume 2, Page 93 Call to Order The February 24 2010 special meeting of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chair Jolund Luther. Opening Ceremony Commissioner Hamner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Roll Call There were present: Chair Jolund Luther presiding, and Dave Hamner Tom Swann Monica Hinders Absent were Linda Lasota and John French. comprising a quorum of the Commission; and Patricia Linville, Library Director Ryan Reynolds, Library/Museum Staff Special Reports • None Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations- • None Citizens' Comments on Any Subject Except Those Items Scheduled For Public Hearing —None Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda Motion (Swann/Hinders) Approve the Agenda/Consent Agenda Motion Passed Unanimous Consent The following items were approved under the Consent Agenda: None City of Seward, Alaska Historic Preservation Commission Minutes February 24, 2010 Volume 2, Page 94 Public Hearing — None Unfinished Business - None New Business - A. Resolution 2010 -01 Supporting CLG Grant for Construction of an Iditarod Trail Centennial Monument. Motion (Swannlamner) Approve Resolution 2010 -01 Motion Passed Unanimous Informational Items - (No action required) — None Commission Comments - Commissioners expressed their appreciation for Linville and Reynolds' efforts on the CLG Grant application for an Iditarod Trail Centennial Monument. Luther apologized for missing the last meeting. Citizens' Comments [Limit to 5 minutes per individual- Each individual has one opportunity to speak] - None Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments- None The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m. Ryan Reynolds Jolund Luther, Chair Library Staff (City Seal) Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Statement .,,� \ fi t . ,q9 Meeting Date: March 17, 2010 (.' �� •:: Through: Patty Linville, Library Director 4`'S10P From: Ryan Reynolds, Staff Agenda Item: Schedule a Work Session for the discussion of current and future Grants. BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The Commission expressed interest in scheduling a work session for the discussion of current and future Grants. RECOMMENDATION: Staff is available to schedule a work session at the Commission's convenience. Historic Preservation Commission Agenda Statement r,of SFk. Meeting Date: March 17, 2010 �A Through: Patty Linville, Library Director ac ASKP From: Ryan Reynolds, Staff Agenda Item: Resolution 2010 -02 supporting Local Historic Register Application for Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building was constructed in 1923 and played an important role in supplying power to the city until 1950. Today, the building is in excellent shape considering its age, and is accessible to those that travel up Lowell Canyon. Please see the application within this packet for more information. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the Commissioners review the application supporting the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building's addition to the Local Historic Register and approve Resolution 2010 -02. Sponsored by: Applicant CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2010 -02 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL PLACE THE SEWARD LIGHT AND POWER COMPANY INTAKE BUILDING ON THE SEWARD REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES WHEREAS, City Council Ordinance No. 95 -10, established the Seward Register of Historic Places in order to locally recognize properties important in Seward's history; and WHEREAS, an application to place the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places has been submitted to the Historic Preservation Commission for review and recommendation to the City Council; and WHEREAS, the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building application has been reviewed and the recommendation approved by the Resurrection Bay Historical Society as per procedure for nomination to the Seward Register of Historic Places; and WHEREAS, this structure was built in the summer of 1923 and played an important role in supplying Seward with electricity until 1950; and WHEREAS, the application has been reviewed and found in order by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission that: Section 1. The Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building is eligible for placement on the Seward Register of Historic Places as a property associated with historic events or persons of local and state significance. Section 2. It is hereby recommended that the City Council list the Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building on the Seward Register of Historic Places. Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. Seward Historic Preservation Commission Resolution 2010 -02 Page 2 PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission this 17 day of March 2010. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Jolund Luther, Chair AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Jean Lewis City Clerk (City Seal) City of Seward, Alaska Local Historic Register Application v 2 January 17, 2010 Submitted by Carol Griswold 1. Name of Property Historic name: Seward Light and Power Company Intake Building Other names/site number: intake house (Seward Gateway, August 27, 1923, page 4), intake building, water intake building, Lowell Creek intake building 2. Location Street address: 908 Lowell Point Road Legal description: T1S R1W Sec 49 and 16, Seward Meridian SW, that portion of BLM Tract A located within city limits Kenai Peninsula Borough tax parcel number: 18902003 Other: This is a huge, 1,426.35 -acre parcel. The intake building is located on the north side of Lowell Canyon and Lowell Creek just east of a narrow hairpin curve in Lowell Creek, about a half-mile west of the Lowell Creek tunnel. It is west of three avalanche chutes also on the north side of the canyon. 3. Owner of Property Name: Alaska Department of Natural Resources Address: 550 W 7 Ave, Suite 650 Anchorage, AK 99501 Phone: Judith Bittner at 907 269 -8721 4. Category of Property Building, site, and structure 5. Physical Description (Describe the historic and current condition of the nomination.) For purposes of this description, "east" will refer to the downstream side of the building, though actual compass orientation may be different. The concrete Intake Building was built in the summer of 1923 and completed in August. It is L- shaped. The long section is the water intake area, built in two levels, measuring approximately 8 feet wide and 20 feet long. A thicker reinforcing concrete wall extends about halfway up the upper level resulting in a ledge about a foot wide on the south side adjacent to the spillway. There are barred openings on the upstream end called "grizzlies" designed to remove rocks and debris from the water intake. Inside there is no floor, just steel grates serving as walkways. Two large square concrete pillars 1 extend from a massive square concrete beam in the ceiling to the ground. Below the walkways are several concrete baffles to direct the water flow. Historic photos show operating metal gates to control the water flow here, and three large steel water pipes exiting the east (downstream) end. All this concrete is of very high quality and smooth. A row of steel hooks extend along both sides of this room, near the ceiling, purpose unknown. The short side of the "L" on the northeast side is an approximately 8X8' concrete room. I do not believe there is any lower story under this room. This was possibly used for tool storage or as a caretaker office. It has a single small window without bars on the east side. The only exterior access is a man -door on the east side that leads into the water intake area. An interior doorway trimmed with wood trim opens to the addition. There is a small barred window on the left side of the entry door, two small barred windows on the south wall, one on the west wall, and none on the north side of the main story, above grade. Concrete stairs on the SW corner lead to the south - sloping roof where a steel railing runs all along the south side. A spillway with a moveable iron gate with vertical iron rail guides is located just east of the stairs. A long, about 70 -foot coarse, concrete wall extends west from the south side of the Intake Building, possibly to help funnel the water into the building. It contains many local rocks up to boulder -size. As of January 2010, the concrete building is still in excellent condition, with areas of calcium leaching out on the walls and ceiling. Stalactites hang from the ceiling in the south half. Generally, the roof seems watertight. Numerous green mosses and liverworts grow all over the outside walls and sloping concrete roof. Other native plants, dormant in the winter, also grow on and near the building. Alder thickets, cottonwoods, a few spruce, devil's club, red elderberry, ferns, and grasses overgrow the site. The intact but moss - covered concrete stairs still lead to the roof where the steel roof railings are mostly still in place, in remarkably good condition. The water - controlling gates are rusted and twisted by past floods; the steel man-door is rusted open. One large metal cone - shaped object that might be a drain plug, counterweight, or float, documented in historic photos, remains on the floor of the water intake on the south side. Squatters have left old boots, clothing, and trash in the northeast room. Two different wallpaper designs remain on the NE room walls, possibly original, as well as remnant electrical outlet and switch boxes, and a breaker box. 2 Two rusty reddish -brown steel water pipes exit the building and extend quite some distance down the canyon. They are dotted with crustose lichens, and are cracked. Pieces of various water pipes, probably from several different power companies, lie twisted and crushed downstream or buried under flood debris and alders. A remnant of a concrete reservoir or dam, probably from an earlier hydro project, remains farther downstream, partially in Lowell Creek. 6. Significance A. Nomination is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to Seward's history. B. Nomination is associated with the lives of persons significant in the past. C. Construction/architecture. D. Nomination has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important to Seward's prehistory or history. Significant dates: 1923 through 1950 Significant person(s): pioneer homesteader, businessman, and mayor Don Carlos Brownell Sr., his son, D. C. Brownell Jr.; pioneer businessman Samuel M. Graff, manager and president of the Seward Light and Power Company. Narrative Statement of Significance A. Nomination is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to Seward's history. Access to reliable, affordable, and clean energy is a perennial problem, and Seward has been grappling with it since its founding in 1903. Harnessing the alluring power of the wild glacial Lowell Creek began almost immediately with mixed results, and discussion continues even up to the present. By the end of 1904, the town had an electric plant and the "benefit of electric lights, but "during the dark days, they were unreliable, a real on and off proposition." `By 1906, Seward boasted of 24 -hour electric and power service, at least in the summer when there was enough flow from Lowell Creek." (MB I P 89 -90). For the most of the first half of the 20 century, frequent floods damaged the succession of intake water pipes in Lowell Creek and the power building at Jefferson Street and Seventh Ave (now Ballaine Ave). Reduced water flow in the winter left residents in the dark and low water pressure jeopardized fire fighting. Sediment plugged the water pipes. Even a porcupine could wreak havoc with the power: The Seward Gateway September 3, 1915 edition reported that a porcupine got stuck in the grizzlies which resulted in reduced water flow and power until it was removed. Other problems included increasing demand, water rights, 3 machinery, power lines, and other equipment. Competition with other power companies resulted in mergers or failed businesses. Water reservoirs were constructed and a mile and a half of pipes were laid from Lowell Canyon to the power plant by various companies from 1905 through 1923 and possibly until 1950 when a city -owned utility using diesel generation replaced the unreliable hydropower. Recognition of Lowell Creek as important historic site honors the tremendous effort by so many to provide electricity by hydropower to the town. B. Nomination is associated with the lives of persons significant in the past. Of the significant people, pioneer Don Carlos Brownell Sr. of Brownell's Hardware Store figured prominently in the early days as his homestead on the west side of town included valuable springs and Lowell Creek. After much wrangling, he received patent to his homestead in 1915 and died shortly afterwards, leaving it to his son, D. C. "Sonny" Brownell Jr. Sonny served as mayor, and wrote an extensive letter exhorting Seward residents to vote for a bond to start a city -owned diesel power plant in 1950. This ended the long struggle with hydropower from Lowell Creek. Several pioneering businessmen started or worked for private power companies including Frank L. Ballaine, Richard and V.K. Butler, John A. and William Nelson, D. C. "Sonny" Brownell, Jr., and Harry Hoben. Among these, I nominate Samuel M. Graff as the person of greatest significance. He settled in Seward and opened a law office in 1905, but began working for the Seward Light and Power Company from its earliest days in 1906. He rose from manager to president, until he fell ill in his apartment above the power plant during yet another flood in 1936. The nominated Intake Building was built during his tenure in 1923. Only the competing visit of President Warren G. Harding prevented this great accomplishment from hitting the front pages of the Gateway throughout its construction. "On Saturday, the crew under Peter Anderson, having completed the concrete intake -house in Lowell Creek Canon [sic }, shot away the final rock barriers, turning about half of the creek waters into the new structure. S. M. Graff, owner of the local power plant and others were present." (Seward Gateway, August 8, 1923 page 4.) C. Construction/architecture. The construction of the Intake Building, a half -mile up a wild canyon, is extraordinary. Thanks to the photo collection at the museum, it is well documented. There is much to be learned from the photos about Seward in 1923. 4 D. Nomination has yielded, or is likely to yield, information important to Seward's prehistory or history. The topic of hydropower continues to be of interest in Seward, yet its past history is poorly understood. More investigation into this intake building, its construction, design, and failure would be of interest to further the understanding of hydropower in the past and present. 7. Title History of Property Do not know. 8. If approved could the property be placed on the Historic Walking Tour? No, the trail and site are not suitable for the general public. The site is more than a half -mile from the nearest homes; the terrain is potentially treacherous due to avalanches and unstable rocks; Lowell Creek is swift and frequently floods; there may be wildlife including moose or bears in the canyon; and cell phone coverage is limited or non - existent in case of emergency. 9. Major Bibliographical References Barry, Mary Seward, Alaska, A History of the Gateway City, Volumes I, II Resurrection Bay Historical Society, photos of construction in 1923 Seward Gateway newspaper articles on file at RBHS 10. Form Prepared By: Carol Griswold PO Box 1342 Seward, AK 99664 c_griz @yahoo.com prepared on January 17, 2010 11. Four photographs are attached to the email, showing the building under construction in 1923, the workers and car with the odd cone shaped contraptions to the right; and a recent photo of the south side outside and inside. There are photos available. 12. Other, explain. The Resurrection Bay Historical Society has a nice collection of black and white photos showing the construction of the Intake Building in 1923. At that time, a dirt road was constructed on the north side to allow access for vehicles including a car, and most likely a truck to haul in the equipment, massive amounts of Portland cement and other materials. Lee Poleske has compiled an interesting collection of articles from the Seward Gateway, which are on file at the museum. 5 &, �....���, 11111Milib Ida r i. f;,,, ) ; '' ' . . r 4 4. } t,, • ,t f . ` i , -yam! max_ - " - -.41.1„_ ,,-, 1- J O , V V .r. . , ''"' 1' ;.', , . 1 : , ,x .4 '`.. - 10 11e. ''' -111111 L , . '/ATER INTAKE Bull ,IN -- SOUTh '"' " :TAIRS ON WEST END WA a" SKA 1AJNUARY 10, 2010: ~ 'NOT' 01 GRI .. *OLD .• r fi � r ,� < 7 �.: t .E �� ,i .-- ' . , !- -' kr" ..0404 '''..tir.i..„... ,,, . - n k V Q 1... f , 1 ry a . S - . a� If ' , e; d t - 0 . : if' r1 ' � a ' Ea ' h . _. F� , ♦ "' i t - Y i p vF I's _ M '' . . Ni.. • I x, g . y, 7 .sf p�h s' ab ' , e.,4: i ‘' s , : golt. ' . .. .Xi`. I 3 d s e , , , / ; :.'..,i S h LOWELL CREEK INTAKE BUILDING, SOUTH SIDE SEWARD, ALASKA JANUARY 10,_2fi 10 Historic Preservation Priorities List 2009 -2010 Public Outreach 1. Historic Preservation Website- Needs updating, work on the Seward Register Sites 2. The National Historic Preservation Month- Continue to participate and plan celebrations for the recognition of H.P. Month. The scope of the activities will vary from year to year, but activity needs to be identified many months in advance. o The month of May is Historic Preservation Month o Place the National Historic Preservation Month on the January Agenda 3. Seward Annual Historic Preservation Award- Continue to select an outstanding award winner each year and bring the plaque in City Hall up to date. o The Historic Preservation award is given in May. o Place the Seward Annual Historic Preservation Award on the January Agenda. o Solicit the public to nominate people they think deserve to be a recipient of the award. 4. Local Plants and Trees A. Inventory of Local Plants and Trees B. Solicit Nominations From the Public 5. The First Friday Fireside Historical Lecture Series- Keep on priority list and work on bringing back to the public. o Ground rules need to be set when this is brought back. o Discuss possible locations for the lectures to occur (i.e. SeaLife Center, Library Basement, and Theater) 6. Cemetery Information Project o Place Cemetery/Obituary Information on Seward Historic Preservation website, develop an informational pamphlet, create a book and compile obituaries. Historic Structures & Sites 1. Hoben Park has been approved for historic reconstruction by Council- The Commission continues to support and is willing to assist with this project. * 2. Continue to Update Seward Inventory of Historic Places 8 3. Continue to Nominate Structures and Sites to Seward Local Register A. Water Intake Building B. World War II Era Structures C. Alaska Nellie Site 4. Geographic Name Nominations o DJ Johnston 5. Monitoring the Jesse Lee Home Project 6. Monitor the Library Museum Project 7. Monitor the National Park Service/US Forest Service Facility Historic Preservation Plan * 1. Seward Historic Preservation Plan- The plan needs to be reviewed and updated. 2. Evaluate the Establishment of a Historic District Other Required Tasks * 1. Establish and maintain a basic working inventory of cultural resources in the local area, compatible with the Alaska Heritage Resources Survey and annually provide new data to the Offices of History and Archaeology. — CLG Historic Preservation Program, State Guidelines Pg. 3. * 2. Survey and inventory community historic architectural and archaeological resources within the community. 3. Set priorities for the DNR grant applications. A. Planter for Hoben Park * Required by City Code Updated June 24, 2009 9 M 1114 " � h 2010 Ma rch 2010 April 2O10 S'`�M T W T F S S M T W T F S. 1 2 3 4 5 6. .' 1 2 3 7 8 9 10 11 1213 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 14 15 16 17 18 19 20. 11 12.13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 -24 25 26 27 . 18 19 20.21 22:23 24 28.29 30 31 :�_ 25 28 27 28 -29 30 Mondd Tuesda Wednesda = Thdrsda Frida Sa Sun r? J C WS with o;` CC s a 7 Flood Plain: P&Z WS- Canceled Task Board CC WS with Meeting PACAB (Kenai City Council A Peninsula Meeting Borough) W . $ « . Social o Meeting Security Rep sj ' , Historic Preservation Meeting 3� a A ► }q Ci ty C ouncil Me eti ng Nanci Richey 1 3/17/2010 4:12 PM Ap r Apri12010 May 2010 , 5 M T ^FS S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 . 6 , 7 8 910 2 3 4. 5'6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 ' 18 21 22 23 24 16,17 18 39 20 21 22 „ 2S 26 27'.:28 30 23'24 25 26 27 28 29 F 30 31 Monday < Tuesday Wednesday e ,: Thursday Friday Sat/Sun April 1 2 3 4 5 6 '' 7 8 9 10 6:30pm P&Z Work 12:00pm 1 Session 7 :30pmIP&Z Meeting 11 12 '' 13 14 15 16 17 7:00pm City Council Meeting 18 19 20 21 22, 23 24 7:00pm P&Z Schafer 12 :00pm'!PACAB Work 9 :00am Social Appeal Session Security Rep 6:30pm Historic Preservation Meeting 25 2 6 27 28 29 7:00pm City Council Meeting Nanci Richey 2 3/17/2010 4:12 PM