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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2017-043
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING KENAI PENINSULA
BOROUGH APPROVAL OF THE CITY OWNED FOURTH OF JULY
CREEK SUBDIVISION, SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER
(SMIC), EXIT MARINE REPLAT; CREATING A NEW LOT TO BE
KNOWN AS LOT 4, BLOCK 4, EXIT MARINE REPLAT, LOCATED
WITHIN THE INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Lang and Associates has prepared and submitted a preliminary replat of
City owned Block 4, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision; and
WHEREAS, the replat is to be known as Lot 4, Block 4, Fourth of July Creek
Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) Exit Marine Replat; and
WHEREAS, this platting action subdivides Lot 3, Block 4, Fourth of July Creek
Subdivision, SMIC, creating a two (2) new parcels; to be known as Lot 4 and the remainder as
Lot 3A, Block 4, involving approximately 11.850 acres; and
WHEREAS, the properties of this replat are located within the Industrial Zoning District
(I); the minimum lot size and lot width as required by City Code have been met; and
WHEREAS, Exit Marine has requested a long-term lease of the area to be known as Lot
4, Block 4; and
WHEREAS, Block 4 is currently serviced by private roads, some municipal water,
sewer, electric and other utilities; therefore no subdivision installation agreement shall be
required; and
WHEREAS, the replat protects and provides easements for existing and planned
utilities and access throughout the replat area; and
WHEREAS, City staff have reviewed, commented and voiced no concerns with the
Fourth of July, SMIC Raibow Replat; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July
18, 2017 and approved P&Z Resolution 2017-10, recommending Council and the Kenai
Peninsula Borough approve the Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial
Center, Exit Marine Replat to the Kenai Peninsula Borough; and
WHEREAS, all conditions required by Seward City Code § 16.01.015, Conditions to plat
approval, were met; the property owners and leaseholders within 300 feet of the requested replat
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2017-043
were notified of the proposed subdivision, and the property was posted with public notice
signage; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Seward City Code Section 16.01.015 (B), no
preliminary plat of city -owned property may be submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough for
approval without prior consent of the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. The Seward City Council recommends the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning
Commission approve the Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center,
Exit Marine Replat to the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect 30 days after passage and posting
as required by Seward City Code§ 7.05.145.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 10
day of August 2017.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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can Bardarson, Mayor
AYES:
Casagranda, Keil, Squires, McClure, Altermatt, Slater, Bardarson
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 14, 2017
To: City Council
Through Jim Hunt, City Manager
Ron Long, Assistant City Manager
From: Jackie C. Wilde, Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution 2017-043 recommending City Council and Kenai
Peninsula Borough approval of the Fourth of July Creek
Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Exit Marine Replat
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Attached for the Council's review and recommendation to the Kenai Peninsula Borough is a
preliminary plat submitted by Lang and Associates on behalf of Exit Marine. In accordance with
Seward City Code (SCC) 16.01.015(B) "No preliminary plat of City -owned property may be
submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission for approval without the prior
consent of the City."
This replat is located within the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC). This platting action
subdivides Lot 3, Block 4, Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, SMIC, Raibow Replat creating two
(2) parcels to be known as Lot 3A and the new Lot 4, Block 4, involving approximately 11.850
acres. The properties of this replat are located within the Industrial Zoning District (I); the minimum
lot size and lot width as required by City Code have been met.
The new Lot 4 will be under a long-term lease to Exit Marine. When the platting action is
completed the lease agreement with Exit Marine will be brought before the Council for approval.
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on On July 18, 2017 and approved
resolution 2017-10, recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough approve of the
Fourth of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Exit Marine Replat.
SUBDIVISION REVIEW:
Zoning:
The replat is within the Industrial Zoning District. Current development surrounding this replat
includes the Vigor Industrial, Communications North and the City boat storage yard parcels.
Utilities:
The replat area is currently serviced by private roads, some municipal water, sewer, electric and
other utilities are available; no subdivision installation agreement shall be required.
Existing Uses:
Block 4 currently contains the private Lot 1 A, owned by Pat Marrs, Communications North. Lot
2 is currently leased by Raibow Fiberglass & Boat Repair, LLC. The large Lot 3 includes the
SMIC Harbormaster Building and the City's boat storage yard.
CITY OF SEWARD
Agenda Statement — Resolution 2017-043
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Flood Zone:
The area is within a Flood Zone D, which are areas of undetermined flood hazards.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes
No
N/A
Comprehensive Plan (2030, approved by Council May 30, 2017)
3.5 Port and Harbor Development (page 15)
1.
Section 3.5.1.1 Encourage the growth and development of an efficient,
X
functional harbor that meets Seward's commercial and recreational
needs.
2.
Strategic Plan (1999)
X
Seward City Code:
16.01.015. Conditions to plat approval.
3.
b) No preliminary plat of city -owned property may be submitted to the
X
Kenai Peninsula Borough planning commission for approval without
the prior consent of the city council.
Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan (April 2008):
4
Land Use (page 5)
X
1. Maintain accurate maps through the survey and plat amendment for
all current and future leases. (Development)
Staff Comments:
All staff and administration concerns have been addressed and all City department heads
recommend approval of this preliminary replat.
Fiscal Note:
Replat costs were paid by Exit Marine in preparation of long term lease agreements.
Approved by Finance Department: J
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X N/A
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution 2017-043 recommending Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of the Fourth
of July, Seward Marine Industrial Center, Exit Marine Replat, subject to the condition listed in
the resolution.