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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -017
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR YEAR
2012 STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
WHEREAS, the City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that are identified as
top state legislative priorities; and
WHEREAS, the list of projects is compiled and distributed to the State of Alaska
Legislature, Kenai Peninsula Borough, and City of Seward lobbyist; and
WHEREAS, this resolution validates projects, prioritizes needs, and focuses the efforts
of City Administration in its lobbying efforts; and
WHEREAS, the passage of this resolution occurs through a public process; and
WHEREAS, all projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive and
Strategic Plans; and
WHEREAS, this resolution is an amendment of the City of Seward 2012 State
Legislative Priorities established in Resolution 2011 -083.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The following list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the official
amended legislative priority list of the City of Seward for the 2012 State of Alaska legislative
session:
1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS
A. PUBLIC FACILITIES
(1) $575,000 to refurbish the Lowell Canyon 400,000 gallon water tank.
(2) $2.5 million for constructing a 100' x 80' metal building to replace and relocate our
existing public works shop (City will provide land for the new building).
(3) $2 million for expanding the Providence Seward Hospital Medical Clinic, moving
the CT scanner into the facility, increasing backup generator capacity, and
improving space for primary health care (City provides $500 thousand annually for
hospital financing of capital improvements).
(4) $500,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center building system replacement, to replace core
building control and security systems.
,... (5) $250,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Ozonation system replacement.
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B. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA
(1) $52.75 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater
to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, and barge landings for
the Coastal Villages Fishing Fleet move from Seattle to Alaska.
(2) Full funding ($23 Million) for the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation
and Public Facilities, Municipal Harbor Grant Program to provide ($1.1 million)
matching funds to replace "D" Float in the Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(3) $101,000 for engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in the Seward
Small Boat Harbor including A, B, C, and S Floats.
(4) $500,000 to pave the apron and add a wash down pad at the 50 ton travel lift.
(5) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure that includes a security fence
around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(6) $4.5 million for adding moorage (T, U, and V floats) along the north side of the
Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(7) $1.7 million for doubling the railway capacity of the ship lift (syncrolift) and
associated upland improvements to meet new requirements for repair work on Coast
Guard vessels at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(8) $100,000 for a card -lock crane at the travel lift dock.
C. ELECTRIC
(1) $4.0 million to complete the third and final phase of modernizing the emergency
back -up generation facility in Seward, including generator relocation, switching and
synchronization gear, grid integration and warehouse space. (This language should
be in the CAPSIS form already submitted.)
(2) $1.5 million to repair and replace one mile of transmission line into the Fort
Raymond Substation with 115kV compatible equipment (this is a project supported
by the Alaska Railbelt Cooperative Transmission and Electric Company —
ARCTEC — because the current condition of the transmission line exceeds the
estimated life expectancy of 50- years).
D. ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESIBILITY
(1) $100,000 for improving City ADA accessibility.
(2) $2.25 million for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces,
reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems.
(3) $2.496 million for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal
erosion for the Lowell Point Road in the City of Seward (this road provides the sole
land access to critical public infrastructure, state parks, and a Kenai Peninsula
Borough residential housing area).
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""' E. PUBLIC SAFETY
(1) $6 million for a replacement Seward Fire Station (City will provide a match of land).
(2) $25 million for a replacement Public Safety Building for Courthouse, Jail and Police
and State agencies enforcement headquarters (City will provide a match of land).
(3) $450,000 for a rescue truck.
2. CRUISE SHIP HEAD TAX OR CRUISE SHIP GAMBLING TAX
(1) $200,000 to continue the seasonal shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers.
(2) $1.31 million for Seward Dock Enhancements: Includes $450,000 for a cruise ship
baggage conveyor system, $360,000 a covered walkway at the Train Station,
$150,000 for a second mooring bollard to accommodate a second cruise ship and
$200,000 for extending the dock security lighting.
(3) $300,000 for improving the cruise ship pedestrian corridor between the Alaska
Railroad Terminal and Cruise Ship Terminal.
(4) $220,000 for West Dock Maintenance and Repair. Includes repair of piles with
severe corrosion for $100,000, repair of the cathodic protection system for $50
thousand, repair of sewer system $30,000, $15,000 for camel and fender repairs and
miscellaneous repairs $25,000).
(5) $500,000 for building and parking upgrades to the Lindsey Intermodal Facility.
ibmw (6) $75,000 for Seward Emergency Services operational response to cruise ship
passengers and cruise ship emergencies.
3. STATEWIDE PROJECTS
(1) $2 million for dock improvements and dredging at the Seward Marine Center to
prepare for the R/V Sikuliaq.
(2) $155,000 in the Department of Corrections Operating Budget to add an emergency
wastewater bypass (with valves and piping) to keep the Spring Creek Correctional
Facility sewage system operational in the event of a system failure.
(3) $300,000 to improve the access to the Seward Airport across the railroad tracks.
(4) $9.6 million for Phase 1 of the East Dock Extension: 300 feet to improve access for
cruise ships. Phase 2 would include an additional 200 feet extension for $6.4
million.
4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION
(1) Support the passage of House Bill 184 reallocating the fish tax to provide a greater
share to local municipal governments.
(2) Legislative support for increased cash infusion into PERS /TRS retirement system in
order to offset unfunded retirement system liabilities, to make future contribution
rates more affordable for the State and local governments.
l (3) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 18 -25.5) in the State
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Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
(4) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 25.5 -36) in the STIP.
(5) Appropriation for upgrading the Sterling Highway (MP 45 -60) in the STIP.
(6) Support for continuing Medicaid programs and capital cost reimbursement at not
less than current year funding levels.
(7) Return of service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena.
(8) Alternative Energy Programs that encourage and fund participation by the City and
its electrical utility customers.
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
27 day of February, 2012.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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AYES: Bardarson, Valdatta, Keil, Shafer, Casagranda, Terry, Seaward
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Meeting Date: February 27, 2012 9 r 1
Through: City Manager Jim Hunt
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From: John Foutz, Utility Manager
Agenda Item: Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Priorities
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
At a special meeting on November 2, 2011, City Council approved Resolution 2011 -083, which
established the City of Seward's 2012 State Legislative Priorities. After passage of this Resolution
and later discussion with members of ARCTEC it was recommended by ARCTEC to the electric
department to make a request as part of the city's state priority list to complete the Fort Raymond
generation facility upgrade. This request is in addition to the $4,000,000 already allocated through
ARCTEC. The work includes, among other items, upgrading the switchgear, moving generators four
and five into the new building, incorporating automatic syncing capability, repairing the building that
houses generators three and six and an on -site warehouse facility.
Administration annually compiles a list of projects and legislation for consideration as our state
legislative priorities. After validation of the list through a public process, and approval by the City
Council, the list is given to the Governor's Office, our legislators, the Kenai Peninsula Borough (for
inclusion in their legislative package), and our lobbyist. These priorities focus the efforts of
Administration and the City Council in our lobbying efforts as we seek funding or other resolutions
through State government. Frequently, the list of projects and legislation is updated at the beginning
of the legislative session.
INTENT:
This list of priorities focuses the efforts of Administration in lobbying efforts to obtain
appropriations, grants, and legislation from the State of Alaska to improve the City of Seward. To
qualify for most appropriations and grants, the list of State priorities must be approved in a public
process by the City Council. This addition updates the 2012 State Legislative Priorities list by
amending Resolution 2011 -083 to include the request for $4 million to complete the final phase of
the generation facility upgrade.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan: Sections 1.3, 3.7.3.1 and 3.7.3.2 X
2. Strategic Plan (document source here): X
3. Other (list): X
FISCAL NOTE: k /U � j
Approved by Finance Department: k
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X 013
RECOMMENDATION:
Council discuss and vote on Resolution 2012 -611, amending the City of Seward's Calendar Year
2012 State Priorities.
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