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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2018-080
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE ALICE PICKETT
MEMORIAL ANIMAL SHELTER BE RELOCATED TO LOT 6A-2 FORT
RAYMOND SUBDIVISION REPLAT NUMBER THREE, LOCATED AT 605
SEA LION AVENUE, WITHIN THE INSTITUTIONAL (INS) ZONING
DISTRICT
WHEREAS, City Council passed Resolution 2018-049 on May 29, 2018, directing City
administration to bring forward recommendations for a site on which to relocate the animal shelter;
and
WHEREAS, upon adoption of City Council Resolution 2018-049 City administration was
tasked to identify potential sites for relocation of the animal shelter; and
WHEREAS, Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three consisting of
approximately 10.7 acres, is located at 605 Sea Lion Drive, in the Institutional Zoning District; and
WHEREAS, Lot 6A-2 is owned by the City of Seward and currently supports a number of
public uses including a baseball field, the electric utility warehouse and substation, and two
municipal water wells; and
WHEREAS, Lot 6A-2 is served by electric, water, and sewer utilities; and
WHEREAS, Animal Shelters are currently an allowed use in the Industrial and Resource
Management Zoning Districts per Table 15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed; and
WHEREAS, the Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter is a public facility operated for the
well-being of the animal companions of the citizens of Seward and is operated by the City of
Seward; and
WHEREAS, the Institutional Zoning District is designed to allow public and private
educational, administrative, government and health care uses, including public land reserve for
future public development. The development standards are intended to set a high standard to
assure that the activities provide visual amenity to the surrounding area.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THAT:
Section 1. The Seward City Council hereby supports the Alice Pickett Memorial Animal
Shelter be relocated to Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three, located at 605
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2018-080
Sea Lion Drive, within the Institutional (INS) zoning district and amending Table 15.10.226 Land
Uses Allowed to permit Animal Shelter in the Institutional Zoning District as an outright use.
Section 2. The Seward City Council hereby approves the staff moving forward with design
and construction of a Seward Animal Shelter on Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat
Number Three, located at 605 Sea Lion Drive.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 24 h day
of September, 2018.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Squires, Mlyor
AYES:
Keil, Seese, Horn, Towsley, Casagranda, McClure, Squires
NOES:
None
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ABSTAIN:
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 24, 2018
To: City Council
Through: Jeff Bridges, Interim City Manages _
From: Jackie C. Wilde, Planner
Agenda Item: Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending That The Alice Pickett Memorial Animal
Shelter Be Relocated To Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision
Replat Number Three, Located At 605 Sea Lion Avenue, Within
The Institutional (INS) Zoning District
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council has recognized for many years, the need to relocate the Seward Animal
Shelter away from the adjacent residential neighborhood and off of prime City property, as identified
for many years in the City's Capital Improvement Plans and Local and State Legislative Priorities
Lists (attached). Recently, various groups have demonstrated grassroots advocacy and planning
efforts, and have developed donations to support construction of a new shelter, through fundraising
efforts.
The Community Development Department has been working to identify potential sites which could
free up the existing site of the animal shelter for resale as a high -value property for residential
development, helping to offset the cost of the relocation effort.
Based on analysis of lot size, location, and proximity to utilities, the Community Development
department has selected Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three, Located at 605
Sea Lion Avenue as the most desirable location for a new animal shelter.
On September 4, 2018 the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution 2018-015
recommending that the Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter be relocated to lot 6A-2 Fort
Raymond subdivision replat number three, located at 605 sea lion avenue, within the Institutional
(INS) zoning district
SUBDIVISION REVIEW:
Zoning.
Lot 6A-2 is located within the Institutional (INS) Zoning District. The Institutional Zoning District is
designed to allow public and private educational, administrative, government and health care uses,
including public land reserve for future public development. The development standards are
intended to set a high standard to assure that the activities provide visual amenity to the
surrounding area
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Animal shelters are currently not an allowed use in Institutional (INS) Zoning District, per Table
15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed. The animal shelter is a public facility operated by the City of Seward
for the health and welfare of citizens and our animal companions. Staff recommends that the
Planning and Zoning Commission approve a forthcoming land use table amendment allowing the
operation of an animal shelter as an outright use within the Institutional (INS) Zoning District.
Utilities:
The property is currently served by water, sewer, and electric utilities. There is a 25 foot utility
easement along the north property line that intersects existing electrical, water, and sewer utilities
and runs directly adjacent to the proposed building site for the new animal shelter. The Public Works
and Electric Departments will make determinations on the best and most cost- effective way to
extend services to the proposed building.
Size:
Lot 6A-2 consists of approximately 10.7 acres.
Existing Use
Lot 6A-2 is owned by the City of Seward. A number of public uses exist on this property, including a
baseball field, two municipal water wells, and the electric utility warehouse, substation, and backup
generators.
Flood Zone:
According to the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map, Lot 6A-2 is located entirely in flood zone X,
outside the special flood hazard area.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes
No
N/A
Comprehensive Plan (2030, approved by Council May 30, 2017)
1.
3.7.1.5 (Bullet 3) Relocate the animal shelter facility to a more
X
appropriate area (Page 18)
Strategic Plan (Approved by Council Resolution 99-043):
X
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Municipal Lands Management Plan
3. • Seward Animal Shelter: Retain until the animal shelter is
X
relocated Page 8
FISCAL NOTE:
There are no costs associated with this resolution.
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ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No Not Applicable X.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council approves Resolution 2018-080 Recommending That the Alice Pickett Memorial
Animal Shelter Be Relocated to Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three,
Located At 605 Sea Lion Avenue, Within The Institutional (INS) Zoning District.
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Draft Minutes from September 4, 2018 Planning and Zoning (Items below are referring to
the relocation of the Seward Animal Shelter.
CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR
PUBLIC HEARING
Mark Luttrell, outside city, along with Jane Belovarac, and Christiana Smith, came to the podium
to speak on behalf of SOS Pets in support of Resolution 2018-015. Lutrell stated that they were
pleased with the proposed location of the animal shelter. Luttrell stated that he has spoken with three
school teachers who are enthusiastic about the potential of bringing school programs to the shelter.
Belovarac stated that an added bonus to locating the shelter close to the high school is that in the
event of an emergency, evacuees sheltering at the high school may be able to utilize the animal
shelter and be within walking distance of their pets.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution 2018-015 of The Planning And Zoning Commission Of Seward Alaska
Recommending That The Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter Be Relocated To Lot
6A-2 Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number Three, Located At 605 Sea Lion
Avenue, Within The Institutional (INS) Zoning District
Wilde stated that in selecting the proposed site for the relocation of the animal shelter, planning staff
has taken into consideration the public input received at the August 7, 2018 P&Z meeting, and
looked for City land that was away from neighborhoods. Wilde and Bacon conducted a site visit to
Lot 6A-2 to take measurements, and then researched current uses and easements on the property. It
was determined that a 4000 square foot area of flat ground, unencumbered by easements, existed on a
portion of the Lot off Sea Lion Avenue. A map has been included in the packet and is on display on
the wall showing the possible site of the new shelter. Wilde discussed potential access points for the
building that will be determined as the site planning process moves forward. Wilde told everyone
that currently animal shelters are not allowed in the Institutional Zoning District, and if the
Commission passes this resolution then Planning staff will bring forward an ordinance change to
modify the land uses allowed table. Wilde stated that the Community Development department has
received multiple phone calls in support of this location for the new animal shelter.
Motion (Fleming/Swann) Approve Resolution 2018-015 of the
Planning And Zoning Commission Of
Seward Alaska Recommending That The
Alice Pickett Memorial Animal Shelter Be
Relocated To Lot 6A-2 Fort Raymond
Subdivision Replat Number Three, Located
At 605 Sea Lion Avenue, Within The
Institutional (INS) Zoning District
Fleming stated that she supports this location and supports the potential for cross curricular projects
with the local schools. Swann spoke in support of this location for the new shelter, and stated that
staff had done a good job with the site selection. Seese stated that the animal shelter will be
compatible with other uses near this location.
Motion Passed
AYES: Hatfield, Swann, Fleming,
Ambrosiani, Seese, Charbonneau, Ecklund
NOES: none
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE NO. 99-03
The city manager shall present to the council a budget proposal for the next fiscal year of the
city at least 45 days prior to the next fiscal year. Such budget proposal shall set forth the city
manager's recommended tax rate based on an analysis of the anticipated income and expenditures
of the city during the next fiscal year. The proposed expenditures set forth in the budget proposal
shall not exceed the expected revenues of the city. Unencumbered funds remaining at the end of the
current fiscal year maybe reallocated for purposes set forth in the budget proposal. The council shall
by June 15 of each year present to the borough assembly a statement of the city's rate of levy, unless
a different date is agreed upon by the borough and city.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect ten days following enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, this
8 day of February, 1999.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN
ATTEST:
atrick Reilly
City Clerk
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Lowell R. Satin, Mayor
Blatchford, Callahan, Gage, King, Orr, Satin, Shafer
None
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 99-043
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ADOPTING THE CITY OF SEWARD STRATEGIC PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of Seward Strategic Plan was prepared by the City Council,
Planning and Zoning Commission, and the administration in October, 1998 from public input
provided at the two town meetings held on September 29, and October 1, 1998; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Strategic Plan is to identify the community's vision of
Seward in the year 2020 and provide the City of Seward with direction for accomplishing that
vision, and
WHEREAS, the Plan includes specific goals and objectives that will guide the City
government in its decision -making over the next five years to help reach the community's vision
of Seward for the year 2020; and
WHEREAS, in order to ensure that the Strategic Plan accurately reflected the
community's vision, and that the goals and objectives were consistent with the vision, a public
comment period was held from December 21, 1998 to January 29, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the public comments,
amended the plan, and approved Resolution No. 99-03 recommending City Council approval of
the Strategic Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held joint work
sessions on March 8 and 22, 1999 to review the document.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
S t_ c ion 1. The City of Seward Strategic Plan, attached and incorporated herewith by
reference, is hereby adopted.
action 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the city of Seward, Alaska, this 12th
day of April, 1999.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION NO, 29-043
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Lowell R. Satin., Mayor
AYES: Blatchford, Gage, Orr, Shafer, Satin
NOES: None
ABSENT: Callahan, King
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Patrick Reilly
City Clerissssssii�r._
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GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS
1-18
• Support the design, funding and construction of a 3.7.1.6 Maintain and actively enforce a
new indoor recreation facility. hazardous material disposal program
that coordinates with Borough, State,
and Federal regulatory agencies.
3.7.1.3 Continue to improve the quality
and efficiency of city governmental
services.
• Continue to revise and update the Seward City Code.
• Adopt a community impact review process for pro-
posed retail developments over 15,000 square feet.
3.7.1.4 Continue to upgrade and expand
utilities to meet existing needs and
encourage future development.
• Evaluate and implement ways to equitably extend
utilities to areas that are priorities for residential de-
velopment (see Housing).
• Continue to conduct rate studies on utilities as needed.
• Support efficient, economic alternative sources of
energy and feeding into the power grid.
• Expand customer base within the Seward Electric
Utility area as a means to reduce energy costs and
improve services.
3.7.1.5 Plan to relocate and rebuild selected
city facilities to improve compatibility
with land uses and increase cost-
effectiveness of services.
• Relocate the city shop to a more appropriate area.
• Support the design and construction of a recreation
facility.
• Relocate the animal shelter facility to a more appro-
priate area.
• Study the feasibility of a new city hall facility that
consolidates city offices, separating out the state court-
house and other state, borough and federal offices.
• Support expansion and modernization of health care
facilities.
3.7.1.7 Encourage the development of cost-
efficient options for renewable energy
production in Seward.
3.7.1.8 Support and develop opportunities
for individual and community health
improvement.
3.8 NATURAL HAZARDS
3.8.1 Promote community safety from
natural disasters through mitigation
measures and preparedness training.
3.8.1.1 Develop an open spaces overlay
district.
3.8.1.2 Protect citizens from natural hazards
by using appropriate land use policies
and regulations.
3.8.1.3 Create sound public uses of
potentially hazardous lands.
Continue to identify areas subject to natural haz-
ards with appropriate state and federal agencies and
understand the nature of these hazards particularly
earthquakes and tsunamis, flooding, avalanches and
landslides, and saturated soils.
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