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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973 City Council Minutes I I I Page 1 Volwne 16 REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 8, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for January 8, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 8:01 P. M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. McCloud, Hulm, Vincent, Hill and McAnerney, Clmr. Crisp was absent. Item 4 - A correction in the Minutes of the December 11, 1972, meeting was noted. In Item 10, Page 101, delete "Ordinance 70-20" and insert "Ordinance 72-20". Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to approve the Minutes as corrected. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Manager's Report: 1. The City Manager reported that James Doogan of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board, Edward J. Reasor, Attorney, and Robert Chappel, Flamingo, Inc., were present. ~~. Doogan explained the role of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and the procedural re- quirements involved in handling local objection to the re-issuance of liquor licenses. Edward J. Reasor, representing Robert Chappel, Flamingo, Inc., spoke in regards to the action till(en by the City Council on December 11, 1972, protesting the issuance of a license to the Flamingo, pointed out what he felt were essential facts of the probleITI and noted his request that the letter protesting the issuance of the liquor license be reduced to a strong letter of censure. Council discussion followed. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to rescind previous action pro- testing issuance of the Flamingo, Inc., liquor license and to issue a letter of censure. Motion passed with Clmr. Hulm dissenting. 2. The City Manag-er reported that the Jesse Lee Bid Opening would be held one week from today, that a work session was scheduled for Monday, Januar'y 15th, at 7:30 P.M., that it had been reported that the Federal Communication Comnission had approved the television translator license. 3. The City Manager requested Council concurrence with the proposed withdrawal of the City's deoosit funds, if necessary, in order to gain an improved interest rate. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to concur with the City Manager's request. Passed unanimously. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Letter dated December 20, 1972, from the North America Development Corporation proposing to lease and operate portions of the Harbor area parking lots for use as a camper park. Signed W. E. Shoemaker, President. Council had no objection to proceeding with the preparation of lease and contract docwnents. 2. Petition from residents outside the City limits requesting a review of Ordinance 324, Rates for Electric Service, and questioning the application of an additional $2.00 charge to some but not all users. (An administrative report will be prepared prior to the next meeting). 3. Letter dated 1/5/7~: from the Secretary of the Treasury transmitting a Federal Revenue Sharing check in the amount of $15,923.00 for the City's share for the second half of 1972. Signed Edward A. Fox "Director , Office of Revenue Sharing. 4. Letter dated 12/5/72 from State Department of Highways reporting that the City's share of Local Service Roads and Trails money is now $27,919.00. 5. Permit dated 1/3/73 from State Department of Fish and Game to possess and export four moose. Signed Jarr,es W. Brooks. Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Mr. Joe Carter, Seward Jaycees, presented a plan to the City Council for the use of City owned lots 35, 36, and 37; Block 10; Original Townsite for use as a tot lot play- ground sponsored by the Jaycee Organization. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve the Jaycee preliminary tot lot plan. Passed unanimously. Item 8 - Council Disucssion: 1. Clmr. McAnerney asked to be excussed from the next regular City Council meeting. No objection. 2. Clmr. Vincent noted that the Judicial Hearings were scheduled for Anchorage on January 19th and suggested a representative from Council be sent to the Hearings. Clmr. Hulm was nominated and accepted the responsibility. 3. Clmr. Hulm noted that he was in favor of stopping non-licensed electrical work in the City. Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Resolution a Resolution approving the Option to Purchase Real Property re- , , "J .MI Page 2 Volume 16 REGUlAR MEETING OF JANUARY 8, 1973 REGUlAR MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1973 quested by the United States Government for Tract A-I, Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulrn. moved to table Resolution No. 868 until January 22, 1973. Passed unanimously. 2. _Clmr. McCloud seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve application for Authorized Games of Chance and Skill for Pioneers of Alaska, Igloo No. 9 and the Seward Chamber of Commerce. Passed unanimously. 3. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve liquor licenses for: Harbor Dinner Club, Seward Trading Co., Inc., B. P. O. Elks Lodge No. 1773, Dorothy's Cocktail Lounge, American Legion Club and Solly's Liquor Store provided all taxes have been paid. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: 1. Clmr. Hulrn reported that the Borough would receive $145,000.00 in Federal Revenue Sharing monies. Item 11 - Adj ournment : Clmr. McCloud moved to adj ourn. Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting at 10:29 P.M. ~~~ R. F. Richardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for January 22, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. Hill, McCloud, Crisp, Vincent and Hulrn. CL'lJI'. McAnerney was excused absent. Item 4 - Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulrn, as presented form the top of Page 1 through the Volume 16 (Regular Meeting of January 8, 1973). moved to approve the Minutes top one/third of Page 2, Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Manager's Report: 1. The City Manager reported that interested City employee's had met on Saturday to discuss the status of the proposed pension plans and that while no decision had yet been reached it was un- derstood that a decision would be made next month. 2. The City Manager re- quested Council permisssion to submit a Resolution authorizing his participation in the International City Management Association Retirement Corporation. No objection. 3. The City Manager reported that a brief investigation of the outside City limits electric minimums failed to produce evidence of a sub- statital nature regarding the $2.00 extra fee and that if Council had no objection the Administration would prepare an Ordinance eliminating the $2.00 difference. No objections. 4. It was noted that the next Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 13th, 1973. 5. The City Manager presented Mr. Dave Stufft, First National Bank of Anchorage, Seward Branch Manager, who thanked members of Council for permitting investment of local funds in Certificates of Deposit. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 1/17/73 from Kenai Peninsula Borough requesting comments on the proposed Seward Industrial Park plat. Signed G. S. Best, Planning Director. (Copy of Plat presented to Council. No comments.) 2. Letter dated 1/17/73 from Kenai Peninsula Borough re- questing comments on the proposed North Harbor Subdivision plat. Signed G. S. Best, Planning Director. (Copy of plat presented to Council. No comment) . Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: members of the City Council to look at the strings Administration grant monies and also noted what he starvation of the resident halibut boat fleet." 1. John Durkin requested on Economic Development expressed as "economic Item 8 - Council Dicussion: 1. Clmr. Vincent questioned the acquisition e e THE CITY or SEWAllD, ALASKA RESOLtrl'ION HO. 868 WHEREAS, tbe United States of America desires to enter into an option to purchase real property, and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Seward desires to approve this option for Tract A-l, Jesse Lee Heigbts Subdivision, Addition No.1, NOW, THEllEFOIlE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that said option is hereby approved and the City Manager is hereby authorized and tnsCructed to endorse it on behalf of the City. This Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day of , 1973. XOID . . . R'~c~a~dson' . Mayor AVOID .Jaes R. Filip City Clerk-Treasurer I I I .:) ,) Page 3 Volwne 16 REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1973 POSTPONED REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13, 1973 of property in the 1st Lake area for a park. It was reported that the land was for future development as a park site. 2. Clrrrr'. Vincent requested that a work session be arranged between the Council and Seward Fisheries as soon as possible. 3. Clmr. HulIn noted he was in favor of the First Lake Park site project and also noted that the new vlharf was a public facility and would be operated as such. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Resolution No. 868 (see attached), a Resolution approving the option to purchase Real property requested by the United States Government for Tract A-I, Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Cln~. McCloud, moved to table Resolution No. 86e permanently. Passed unaninnusly. 2. Jesse Lee Property Sale: The City Manager presented the offer of Last Frontier, Inc., to purchase the Jesse Lee property for $35,000.00 for proposed use as a hotel/motel site. If Council had no objection the Administration would present this item at a Public Hearing at the next meeting. No objection. 3. Clmr. HulIn ,seconded by Clmr. Crisp, moved to approve application for liquor licenses for Showcase Lounge, Yukon Bar, Solly's Lounge, Tony's Bar, Tony's Liquor Store and the Mini-Mall. Passed unanimously. Pioneer Bar and Pioneer Liquor Store were withdrawn pending settlement of Borough taxes. 4. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Crisp, moved to approve the application for Authorized Games of Chance and Skill for Sacred Heart Parish and American Legion Auxiliary. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: 1. Clmr. HulIn reported the Borough Assembly had received plans for the Seward Grade School fallout shelter and action on the item would be taken in the future. Item 11- Adjournment: Clmr. McCloud moved to adjourn. 'VIayor Richardson adjourned the Meeting at 8:38 P. M. ~/ c .. .~pt~~ . F. . c:lardson Mayor POSTPONED REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUAHY 13, 1973 Item 1- The Postponed Hegular Meeting of the Comoon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for February 13, 1973, was called to Order by IlJayor Hichardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - 'l'he Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. HulIn. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Hichardson, Clmrs. HulIn, McCloud, Crisp, and McAnerney, Clmrs. Hill and Vincent were absent. Item 4 - Cln~. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. Crisp, moved to approve the Minutes as presented from the bottom two/third's of Page 2 through the top one!half of Page 3 (Regular IJIeeting of January 22, 1973). Passed Unanimously. Item 5 - The City Manager reported (1) that the Television Translator operation had expended $3,222.46 in excess of the $7,000.00 allocated by the Chamber of Commerce. (2) that appointments to the Harbor Commission and Planning illld Zoning Commission would be made at the next meeting, (3) that the annual City IJIanager's meeting in Juneau would be held during the first week of March and that the City Manager planned to attend if there was no objection (no Objection) and (4) that the Alaska Judicial Council would hold public hearings in Anchorage On Friday, February 16, 1973. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Audit Report on Wharf Construction dated 12/8/72 from Jolmson and Morgan. 2. Letter dated 1/22/73 from 'Jjartin A. Farrell, Jr. requesting payment of monies withheld from Arctic Electric for non- resident hiring practices. Signed Martin A. Farrell, Jr. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve payment of monies withheld from Arctic Electric. Passed unanimously. 3. Letter dated 2/5/73 from Stan Fleming noting he was over the maximwn amount of accurabel annual leave and reque~3ting conversion of 100 hours of annual leave to a cash payment. 4 Page 4 Volume 16 POSTPONED REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13, 1973 Clmr. Crisp. seconded bv Clmr. Hulm, moved to anDrove the reauest. Passed unanimoulsv. 4. Letter dated 2/13/73 from Evelyn and Charles Estel notifying the City that they are in the process of selling Pioneer Cab to Terry and Deborah Gatewood of Seward. Signed Evelyn and Charles Estel. 5. Letter dated 2/7/73 from Alaska Disaster Office indicating that the State Civil Defense Seminar would be held February 21 thru 23, in Anchorage. Signed Donald Lowell, Director. 6. Letter dated 2/12/73 from Seward Marine Services expressing interest in leasing City property North of the dock and also a portion of the tidelands. Signed Raymond C. Anderson, Vice President. Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Public Hearing on the Proposed sale of the Jesse Lee Home property to Last Frontier, Inc. Mayor Richardson opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Norman Waggy stated he was in favor of the proposal. Mrs. Pat Williams stated she was opposed to this sale and suggested that the bid be rejected, the property held by the City and the buildings demolished while a citizens' committee suggested the best use for the land. There being no one else who desired to speak on this topic, the Public Hearing was closed by Mayor Richardson. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to proceed with the sale to Last Frontier, Inc. Passed unanimously. 2. Public Hearing on the proposed lease of a protion of the Small Boat Harbor parking lot for use as a re- creational camper facility to North American Development Corporation and a license to collect camper fees. Mayor Richardson opened the Public Hearing. tlIr. Jim Woern, President, Seward Chamber of Commerce, reported that the Seward Chamber of Commerce was opposed to these agreements. Mrs. Pat Williams stated she was opposed to the agreements as well. Mr. Hans Hafemeister voiced his agreement with Mr. Woern and indicated the thirty- year time period was too long. Mr. Mark Walker, r1r'. Richard Beissner, Mr. Ed Hatch, stated they were not in favor of the project. Mr. Bill Shoemaker, representing North American Development Corporation, spoke in defense of the project. r1r'. Monty Richardson and Mr. Frank Dieckgraeff voiced their disapprovals as well. Mr. Norman Waggy spoke in support of the proposal. Mr. Don Oldow added his opposition to the proposal and Mrs. Pat Williams concluded her statements by suggesting that the dialogue on the Jesse Lee Home be re-opened. There being no one else who desired to be heard on this subj ect, Mayor Richardson closed the Public Hearing. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to reject the proposals submitted by the North American Development Corporation. Passed unanimously. Item 8 - Council Discussion: 1. Mayor Richardson reported he had received a photo album from Obihiro with pictures of the visitation last year. 2. Clmr. Hulm noted that Council should support SCR 9 (Wickersham), SB 52 (laxity of Courts), HCR 17 (Development of oil and gas in lower Cook Inlet), HE 42 (Financial support for hospitals), SB 40 (40% of Fish Tax Revenues to Cities), and HE 87 (Solid waste management). Clmr. Hulm noted that the Council should oppose HE 81 (Flouridation of water). Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Ordinance No. 391 (see attached) an Ordinance amending Sections 9-3 of the Seward Code, Schedule of Rates. First Reading. It was noted that copies of Ordinance No. 391 were available for the public. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to read Ordinance No. 391 by title only. Passed unanimously. The City Manager read Ordiancne No. 391 by title only. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Crisp, moved to approve Ordinance No. 391 on flrst reading and to advance it to second reading. Passed unanimously. ~. OrdlDance No. 392 (see attached), an Ordinance prohibiting timber piling, posts or piers and requiring a special use permit for construction in certain areas. First Reading. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 392 in full. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to adopt Ordinance No. 392 on first reading and to advance it to second reading. Passed unanimously. 3. The City Manager recommended that the City Council approve continuation of the 1972 liquor license for the Pioneer Bar and Pioneer Liquor Store pending payment in full of Borough taxes. Clmr. Crisp, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the City Manager's recommendations. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: 1. Clmr. Hulm reported that at the last meeting of the Borough Assembly, Glen Clarke of Moose Pass had been appointed to fill out the term of Irv Metcalf who had passed away. McAnerney mo~ toad' ourn. Mayor Richardson P.II!. . ~ -1 ~ .. Pl..-a-L~ . -' ..L . on Mayor I I I 5 Page 5 Volume 16 Regular Meeting of February 26, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for February 26, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 7:31 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McAnerCley. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, McAnerney, Hulm, McCloud, Hill, Crisp and Junior Mayor Bardarson. Vincent was absent. Clmrs . Clmr. Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the Minutes as presented from the bottom one/half of Page 3 through the bottom of Page 4 (Postponed Regular Meeting of February 13, 1973). Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Manager's Report: 1. The City Manager reported on the status of the proposed Pension Plan for City employees and reviewed the investigation and its results with the Council. The City Manager con- cluded by recommending that the Council authorize further review using 11% of salary as the proposed City share of the Occidental plan for the City of Seward. Mr. Cal Calvin, Occidental Representative, distrubited copies of the Plan for Council review and answered questions regarding plan operation noting that the 11% figure provided for past service liability. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve reviewing the plan at 11% proposed City contribution. Passed unanimously. 2. The City Manager reported that three lots in the Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision had come back to the City for non-payment and that if there were no objection he would place them for sale at competitive bid (no objection). 3. The City Manager asked for permission to add Item 9-6, Approval of Liquor License application for Palace Bar and Cafe (no objection). Item 6 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 2/13/73 fro~ Captain Robert A. Moss, USCGC Staten Island thanking the community for the welcome given his officers and crew. Signed Robert A. Moss. 2. Copy of apporval of Grant Application to Seward Council on Alcoholism fro~ Alaska Department of Health and Social Services dated February 13, 1973. Signed Glenn W. Sacks, Grant Administrator. 3. Letter dated 2/21/73 from North American Development Corporation amending the lease offer for certain City property and requesting a second Public Hearing. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. Crisp, moved to deny the Public Hearing request. Discussion followed. Clmr. Hulm , seconded by Clmr. Hill , moved to table the motion unitl hearings could be held before the Harbor Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission. Clmrs. McAnerney, Hulm and Hill - Yes. Clmrs. McCloud , Crisp and Mayor Richardson ,- No. Motion failed. Motion to deny the Pbulic Hearing passed unanimously. Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Mr. Oliver Amend asked that Council help him in having the snow removal work accomplishedd in such a way as to leave better access to his driveway and later improve the drainage in the area. Mayor Richardson, at the suggestion of the Public Works Forermn requested that the private property sign at Amend's driveway be removed a~nd indicated that a plow would work a srmll portion of the driveway as it turned around. 2. Mr. Chet Thorne addressed Council to ask when the road near the airport would be built this providing him with access to his property inside the City limits. The City Manager reported he would write the State and make inquiry regarding the status of the project. Item 8 - Council Discussion: 1. Clmr. McCloud suggested the possiblity of a local area transit system. 2. Clmr. Hulm reported on legislative action and recommended municipal support of the following measures: SB 107 and 108 - Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Unit; CSHE 175 - Narcotics and Dangeroug Drugs Enforcement Unit; SJR 24 - Presidential Action on Pipeline: HJR 35 - Pipeline Support: HJR 19 - Coast Guard Facilities: SB III - Srmll Boat Harbor Project Fund and Flood Control; HE 194 -Revenue Sharing for Solid Waste; HE 26 - Revenue with local governments; HCR 26 - Territorial Sea and Inland Waters; RJR 10 - Department of Interior No Appeal Request; HE 118 - Watershed Jurisdiction. The City Manager added support for SB 146 - Un- authorized use of Property and suggested opposition to the following measures SJR 17 - Renaming Mt. McKinley; SB 135 - Zoning of UL~d by Municiplities; HE 239 - Public Utility Deposits; and HE 241 - Flouridation of Water. Council had no objections to adopting the positions recommended for each measure. 3. Mayor Richardson reported on the Iditarod Race; noted that a local entry had been rmde and suggested that Council rmy wish to authorize (; Page 6 Volume 16 Regular Meeting of February 26, 1973 REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 12, 1973 financial assistance for the Seward team. Mr. Chet Thorne spoke against the proposal. No action was taken. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Ordinance No. 391 (see page 4), an Ordinance amending Section 9-3 of the Seward Code, Schedule of Rates. Second Reading. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to read Ordinance No. 391 by title only. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 391 by title only. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Hill moved to a rove Ordinance No. 391 and to advance it to third and final reading. Passed unanimously. 2. Ordinance No. 392 see page ) , an Ordinance prohibiting timber piling, posts or piers and requiring a Special Use Permit for Construction in certain areas. Second Reading. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to Read Ordinance No. 392. by title only. Passed unanimously. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 392 by title only. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 392 on Second Reading and to advance it to third and final reading. Passed unanimously. 3. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the Seward Industrial Park Subdivision. Passed unanimously. 4. Approintment of Harbor Commission members; Nominees and votes received: Mark Walker - 6; Val Anderson - 5; Herb Stetson - 2; Leonard Weimar - 6; Linne Bardarson - 6; Hans Hafemeister - 2; and Carol Bennie - 3. Walker, Anderson, Weimar, Bardarson and Bennie were appointed. 5. Appointment of Planning and Zoning Commission members: Nomaniees and votes received: Herman Leirer - 6; Lloyd Blondin - 3; LuCillia Suszka - 3; Dr. John Noyes - 4; Robert Booher - 4; Pam Oldow - 4. Leirer, Dr. Noyes, Booher were appointed to 3 year terms each. Pam Oldow was appointed to a 2 year term. 6. Approval of liquor license application for Palace Bar and Cafe. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Crisp, moved to approve the application. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: 1. Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough Assembly had held a Public Hearing on Ordinance 73-5, providing a supplemental appropriation of $20,000.00 to pay for a review of oil platform tax procedures and that plans for the Kenai Central High School had come before the Assembly and were rejected for the second time. Item 11 - Adj ournment : Clmr. McAnerney moved to adj ourn. Mayor Richardson adjourned the Meeting at 9:30 P.M. n ~ jf klJ, e~ '~liF~ ~~ity Clerk-Treasurer ~ ' .-G'1.4'L/t_d!~ . F.' chardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 12, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Comnon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for March 12, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. Hill, McCloud, McAnerney, Hulm and Jr. Mayor Bardarson. Clmrs. Vincent and Crisp were absent. Item 4 - The City Manager reported that the prior absence of Clmrs. Hill and Vincent should have been noted as being excused. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to approve the Minutes as corrected. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Manager's Report - 1. Linne Bardarson, representing Seward Fisheries, Inc., presented the company's plans for Lots 12 and 13 in the Seward Industrial Park Subdivision, as required by the City Council. Bardarson noted a future need for another wharf project and the need for a good supply of water. He reported an annual payroll of in excess of $700,000.00 for 1972. 2. The City Manager reported on his recent trip to Juneau and asked Council for permission to submit a project to the State American Revolution Bi-Centennial Committee for possible grant funds (no objection). 3. The I I I 7 Page 7 Volume 16 REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 12, 1973 add item 9-4, Approval of North Harbor The City Manager suggested supporting and CSHB-187, motor vehicle insurnace City Manager requested Council to Subdivision (no objections). 4. HJR-38, Relating to the Jones Act (no objection). Item 6 - Communications - 1. Letter dated 3/7/73 from Alaska State Housing Authorty reporting on early close-out of the Urban Renewal Project R-21 and the transfer of unsold land to the City of Seward. Signed Garrett W. Waldner, Director of Urban Renewal. 2. Telegr'am from Alaska Municipal League re- questing financial assistance for the Alaska Pipeline Educational Committee, Inc. Signed Don M. Berry, Executive Director. Clrr~. McAnerney, seconded by C1Jnr. Hulm, moved to approve $500.00 for this purpose. Passed unanimously. 3. Letter dated 3/2/73 from Johnson and Morgan, Certified Public Accountants, submitting their proposal to continue the City's audit work for two more years and proposing to do this year's audit for approximately $3,200.00. Signed K. W. Kroon, Partner. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by C1Jnr. Hill, moved to approve Johnson and Morgan for audit work for 1973 and 1974. Passed un- animously. 4. Memo dated 3/12/73 from St. Peter's Church reporting paint damage as a result of the City's demolition of the old Hospital. Damage estimated at $50.00 to $100.00. Council had no objection to paying this claim. 5. Letter dated 3/6/73 from Alaska State Housing Authority re- porting on the City Manager's request to cancel the redevelopment pro- posal of Frank Irick for Lots I, 2 and 3, Block 4, Oceanview Subdivision. Signed Garret W. Waldner, Director of Urban Renewal. Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings - 1. Public Hearing on the proposed use of Lots 35, 36 and 37, Block 10, Original Townsite for use as a Tot Lot sponsored by Seward Jaycees. Mayor Richardson opened the Public Hearing after hearing a general explanation of the project by Seward Jaycee President Joe Carter. No one desired to be heard. Mayor Richardson closed the Public Hearing. 2. Mr. Hans Hafemeister requested that the City enforce its rules and regulations in the Boat Harbor and noted hazards connected with allowing vehicles to park on the rarrp approaches. 3. Mr. Hans Hafemeister complained about the junk cars across from the Nazarine Church on 4th Avenue. 4. Mr. Keith Knighten noted that additional snow removal in the Harbor area was needed to allow more off-ramp parking. Item 8 - Council Discussion - 1. Clmr. McAnerney requested the City Attorney to review the laws on disorderly conduct and draft an ordinance which would be effective. 2. Clmr. McAnerney reported she had been requested by ottokar Skal to provide self-addressed return envelopes with utility bills. 3. Clmr. Hulm noted the City should support SJR-31 and HJR-43 requesting that the Federal Environmental Act be amended. 4. Mayor Richardson nominated the City Manager to represent the City at the conclusion of the Iditarod Dog Sled Race at Nome. Council had no objections. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action i.tems - 1. Ordinance No. 391 (see page 4), an Ordinance amending Section 9-3 of the Seward Code Schedule of Rates. Final Reading and Adoption. C1Jnr. Hulm, seconded by C1Jnr. McAnerney, moved to read Ordinance No. 391 by title only. Passed unanimoulsy. The City Mana@Gr read Ordinance No. 391 by title only. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to adopt Ordinance No. 391. Passed unanimously. 2. Ordinance No. 392 (see page 4) an Ordinance prohibiting timber piling, posts or piers and requiring a use permit for construciton in certain areas. Final Reading and adoption. Clrr~. Hulm , seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to read Ordinance No. 392 by title only. Passed u- namiously. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 392 by title only. C1Jnr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to adopt Ordinance No. 392. Passed unanimously. 3. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve issuing a deed for lots 31 and 32, Block 25, Original Townsite to E. G. and R. A. Skinner to remove a defect in their title to the property. Passed unanimously. 4. Approval of North Harbor Subdivision. Clmr. Hill, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the North Harbor Subdivision plat. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: None K Page 8 Volume 16 REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 12, 1973 POSTPONDED REGULAR MEETING APRIL 2, 1973 Item 11 - Adjournment Clmr. McAnerney moved to adjourn. adjourned the Meeting at 9:20 P. M. ~ 1,,2' /cm l.j es R. F111p . l/City Clerk-Treasurer Mayor Richardson ~~. R. F.- 'chardson Mayor POSTPONDED REGULAR MEETING APRIL 2, 1973 Item 1 - The Postponed Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for April 2, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McAnerney. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. Vincent, Hulm" McAnerney and Jr. Mayor Bardarson. Clmr. Crisp was absent. Clmr. McCloud was excused absent and Clmr. Hill arrived late. Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve the Minutes as presented from the bottom one/fourth of Page 6 through the top one/fifth of Page 8 (Regular Meeting of March 12,1973). Passed unanimously. Item 5 - Special Presentation: 1. Mr. Sol Urie read a Proclamation (see attached) commending Daniel Seavey for his participation in the Iditarod Trail Dog Race and presented a copy of the proclamation to Mr. Seavey. 2. Mayor Richardson read a Proclamation (see attached) recognizing Mr. Sol Urie as "Mr. Seward" and presented a copy of the proclamation to him. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Telegram dated 3/15/73 from Alaska Municipal League thanking the City for the $500.00 contribution to the Alaska Pipeline Education Committee. Signed Don Berry, Executive Director. 2. Letter dated 3/21/73 from Rep. Keith Specking transmitting a copy of signed petitions requesting funding for a local swimming pool. Signed Keith Specking. 3. Letter dated 4/2/73 from Mrs. Dot Bardarson reporting on her trip to Nome to see the conclusion of the Iditarod Dog Race and thanking the City for its contribution of $100.00 to meet her expenses. Signed Dot Bardarson Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Mr. Keith Campbell, Seward General Hospital, reported on the results of a recent fire inspection and suggested that the Hospital may need monetary assistance in the future. 2. Mr. Hans Hafemeister noted the fact that Kenai Lumber Company was burning and wanted to know who gave permission for this. The City Manager reported that he had given consent subject to a public hearing if that was requested. Mr. Hafemeister did not request a public hearing. 3. Mrs. Ruth McHenry complained about the decision to grant $500.00 to the Alaska Pipeline Educational Committee and requested that items of this type be given more publication before action is taken. Item 8 - Council Discussion: 1. Clmr. McAnerney noted that the dog problem was getting worse. 2. Clmr. Vincent requested an earlier start on the annual clean-up program. 3. Clmr. Hulm, noted that the City should support HJR-23 - Forest Service Sustained Use; HB-341 - Retention and appointment of Magistrates; HB-308 - Increase of minimum wage rates and HB-320 - Planning within Cities in organized boroughs (no Objections). 4. Mayor Richardson noted that additional snow removal work was needed in the Small Boat Harbor area. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Resolution No. 869, (see attached), a Resolution requesting the U. S. Government to initiate leasing of off shore tracts for oil and gas exploration. Clmr. Hulm moved, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, to approve Resolution No. 869. Motion failed with Clmr. McAnerney voting "No". Clmr. Hulm asked for reconsideration I I I ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SE~ARD CITY COUNCIL VOL 16 -~~~ /~. Fil~'~ I (;/ Ci ty Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the unique bond between man and dog opened interior Alaska to exploration and settlement, and WHEREAS, it is proper and fitting to perpetuate this bond as an important and living link with the past, and WHEREAS, DANIEL SEAVEY, has recently particpated in the first Iditarod Trail Dog Race, placing third in competition with other teams and drivers, NOW, THEREFDRE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that DANIEL SEAVEY is to be recognized for his skill, understanding and achei vement in the art of dog mushing. Dated this 2nd day of April, 1973, at seward'0' ~~ Mayor n A TI'EST : /'- :/ ;!1) / "- . ~;tL CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, residents come and go f'rom Seward in the course of employment and/or recreation, and WHEREAS, certain residents demonstrate interest, ability and loyalty to the community wherein they reside, and WHEREAS, time and circumstance causes such interested, able and loyal neighbors to leave the community at a loss to them and to those who relll'3.in and WHEREAS, one such individual has accomplished much in the 46 years he has spent in Seward and WHEREAS, he has been lmown for years as "Mr. Seward" on a state-wide and a national basis, NOW, THEREFDRE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that SOL URIE, be and is hereby aclmowledged by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, as "Mr. Seward" and be it further proclaimed that SOL URIE is hereby tendered appointment as Seward's Ambassador to the City of Kodiak to carry on whatever mischief he desires at the expense of the islanders there and to our delight here. Done at Seward, Alaska, Richardson, D.ST:I) \J 77VV, Ie. ' ~ames R. Filip, ( ?ity Clerk-Treasurer ./ I I I Page 9 n Volume 16 POSTPONDED REGULAR MEETING APRIL :2, 1973 REGULAR MEETING APRIL 23, 1973 of Resolution No. 869 when Clmr. Hill arrives. 2. Resolution No. 870, (see attached), a Resolution approving plaYgr'ound use of IDts 35, 36 and 37, Block 10, Original Townsite by Seward Jaycee's. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. HuJm, moved to adopt Resolution No. 870. Passed unanimously. Clmr. Hill arrives at this time. 3. Resolution No. 871, (see attached), a Resolution declaring the EUREKA and PG-72 public nuisances to be abated per Section '5-20 of the Seward Code. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to adopt Resolution No. 871. Passed unanimously. 4. Council Memorandllin 73-2 (see attached), no objection to work session as scheduled. 5. Council Memorandum 73-3, (see attached), Harbor Commission recommendation. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded b Clmr. Hill moved to a rove Council Memorandum 73-3. Passed unanimous 1 Reconsideration of Resolution No.9. Clmr. HuJm, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve Resolution No. 869. Motion passed with Clmr. McAnerney voting "No". Item 10 - Report of the Borough Asseblymen: 1. Clmr. HuJm reported on the Borou~1 Assembly meetings held on March 6, and March 20, 1973. Item 11 - l1ayor Richardson recessed the meeting to Executive Session to discuss a matter relating to the finances of the IVJunicipality. Item 12 - l1ayor Richardson reconvened the Regular Meeting. There further business to attend to, Clmr. McAnerney moved to adjourn. Richardson adjourned the meeting at 9:14 P.M. being no Mayor /- ,/... ~' r' 1/ . / 'J?'i /~. . ./.:i-C'/l .J es R. Filip . L9ity Clerk-Treasurer ~~'~ . F. . ardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING APRIL 23, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Carrmon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for April 23, 1973, was called to Order by N'.ayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Crisr:;. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. Crisp, McAnerney, HuJm, McCloud, Hill and Jr. Mayor Bardarson. Clmr. Vincent was absent. Item 4 - Clmr. HuJm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the Minutes as presented from the bottom four/fifth's of Page 8 through the top one/ half of Page 9 (Postponed Regular Meeting of April 2, 1973). Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Manager's Report: 1. The City Manager reported the Federal State Land Use Planning Commission for Alaska would hold a Public Hearing in Seward on Wednesday, April 25th, and that those wishing to speak were invited to do so on the D-2 lands affected by the Land Claim Settlement Act. 2. The City I~ager submitted the proposed Budget for 1973-74 and suggested a work session on Wednesday, May 2nd, 1973, at 7:30 P. M. in the Council Chambers. No objection. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 4/13/73 from Hughes, Thorsness, Lowe, Gantz and Clark to Economic Development Administration reporting that the City Council was in the process of declining the E. D. A. loan for the wharf construction project. Signed Kenneth P. Jacobus. 2. Notice from the Alaska Municipal League dated 4/18/73 regarding the League's Legislative Committee hearing scheduled for June 7-9 in Sitka. 3. Letter from Alaska American Revolution Bicentennial Commission reporting that the next meeting will be held in Anchorage on April 15-16. Signed Charles H. Parr, Chairman. 4. Telegr'am dated 4/17/73 from State Libraries asking if the City can absorb local library Public Employment Program (PEP) into City position. Signed Richard B. Engen, Director of State Libraries. The City Manager reported that a negative answer had been returned. 5. Telegr'am lU Page 10 Volume 16 REGULAR MEETING APRIL 29, 1973 dated 4/21/73 from City of Anchorage asking support. in passage of Senate Bill S-907 assisting the 1974 Arctic Winter Games. Signed Robert E. Sharp, City Manager. (No objection). Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. City employees' Del Zentmire, Murl Trevethan, Bob Fyles, and Charlie Flynn spoke in support of establishing a pension plan for City workers. 2. Mrs. LuCelia Suszka reported that Seward General Hospital was having financial problems and suggested the Hospital may have to close. Council member McAnerney re- ported that the Hospital was reducing expenses but that closure was not being considered. Item 8 - Council Discussion: 1. Clmr. McAnerney reoported that log ends from the mill were floating in the Bay again. 2. CJmr. HulIn suggested that the City write to the Borough requesting Local Service Roads and Trails money for Resurrection River Road. (No Objection). 3. Clmr. HulIn stated that he was in favor of the City's adopting a pension plan for City workers. 4. CJmr. HulIn asked to be excused from all meetings of the Council for May. No objection. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Resolution No. 872, a Resolution (see attached) supporitng U. S. Forest Service mana- gement of 44 million acres of land in connection with the Claims Settle- ment Act. Clmr. McAnerney seconded by CJmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 872. Passed. unanllllously. .2. Resolu,IlOn No. 815, a .Kesoution lsee-attach~g) rele~sing the loan obligatio!} from the Ecol'!comic Deyelopment Administration for the Seward wharf. CJmr. HulIn, seconded by CJmr. Crisp, moved'to approve Resolution No. 873. Passed unanimously. 3. Resolution No. 874, a Resolution (see attached) declaring Mayas "Cleaner Seward f1onth". Clmr. Cris seconded b CJmr. McCloud moved to a rove Resolution No. 874. Passed unanimously. Ordinance No. 393, an Ordinance (see attached) amending Section 4-35 of the Seward Code - Pound and Feeding Fees. First Reading. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 393 in full. CJmr. HulIn, seconded by CJmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 393 on first reading and to advance it to second reading. Passed unanimously. 5. Appoint- ment of Plannning and Zonning Advisory Commission Member. The City Manager noted the Planning and Zoning Commission had nominated Mrs. LuCelia Suszka to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Raymond C. Anderson. CJmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to appoint Mrs. Lucelia Suszka to the Plannin and Zonin Adviso Commission for the unex ired term endin February 15, 1975. Passed unanimously. The City Manager noted that the proposed Jesse Lee Home Property contract had been distributed by mail to members of the Council and that he would present the document to last Frontier, Inc., if there was no objection. No objection noted. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen. 1. CJmr. HulIn reported that the Assembly had cut the school budget at its last meeting but there was another meeting tommorow which might result in the restitution of some of the monies cut. Item 11 - Executive Session: Mayor Richardson recessed the Regular Meeting, cleared the public from the Council Chambers and called the Executive Session to Order at 8: 29 P. M., to discuss a matter relating to the finances of the Municipality. Mayor Richardson recessed the Executive Session and recon- vened the Regular Meeting of the Common Council at 8:52 P.M. Clmr. Hill, seconded by Clmr. HulIn, moved to appeal the Smith vs. City of ;:;eward verdlct to a higher Court. Clmrs. Crisp, and McAnerney "No". CJmrs. HulIn, McCloud, Hlll and Mayor Richardson "Yes". Motion passed. - Item 12 - There being no further business to come before the Council, Clmr. Hi;Ll moved to adjourn. Mayor Richardson adjourned the Meeting at 8:53 P. M. i1 /) /}, \-~fCf~ James R. Filip E~ty Clerk-Treasurer ~~J:fl-.C . . F. chardson Mayor I I I ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE S~ARD CITY 9OUN.C. IL V.01. 16 /- P,Mfe 9-::<7 I~-;'~ '- :~x '_ ./ .fu;~;.IR. Filtp:-- Y [, City Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Resolution No. 870 WHEREAS, the Seward Jaycee's have requested permission to establish a children's recreation area in the City of Seward, and WHEREAS, the City Council held a Public Hearing to determine Public comment regarding the proposal and WHEREAS, no adverse commentary was received, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the proposal submitted by the Seward Jaycee's for the use of lDts 35, 36 and 37, Block 10, Original Townsite, be and is hereby approved, subject to the following conditions: 1. Seward Jaycee's will secure and maintain general liability insurance in an amount satisfactory to the City of Seward. 2. Seward Jaycee's will operate and maintain this site in a safe manner at all times and it is required that a suitable fence or protective barrier shall be in place around the site perimeter prior to the placement of play equipment or facilities. 3. Seward Jaycee's will occupy the site for the exclusive purpose of providing a children's play area and no other use is permitted without prior written consent of the City. This Resolution shall be posted as in the case of Resolutions dealing with real property and shall remain posted for 30 days following the date of passage at which time the City Manager may issue a Temporary Use Permit to Seward Jaycee's. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 2nd day of April, 1973. ~~ Mayor CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Resolution No. 871 WHEREAS, the EUREKA and the PG-72 have sunk within the confines of the Seward Small Boat Harbor, and WHEREAS, little effort has been detected on the part of the vessels owner to raise and remove these sunken craft, and WHEREAS, the Seward Harbor Comnission, has recommended these vessels be declared a nuisance, in a motion taken and passed unanimously at their regular meeting held on Wednesday, March 28, 1973, NOW, THEREFDRE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the "EUREKA" and the "PG-72" are hereby declared to be public nuisances and the City Manager be and he is hereby directed to proceed with abatement as provided in Section 5-20 of the Seward Code of Ordinances. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the this 2nd day of April, 1973. Alaska, R. F. Richardson, Mayor " ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEwhRD CITY COUNCIL VOL 16 -lag~ ~/: F~)' City Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SEWARD ~ CITY MANAGER CA 4-5214 COMPTROLLER CA 4-5216 P O. BOX 337 SEWARD, ALASKA 99664 INFORMATION CA 4-5215 CITY POLICE CA 4-5201 I C 0 U N C I L MEMORANDUM 73-2 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Mayor & Council City Manager Work Session - April 5, 1973 March 31, 1973 Representatives of the Alaska State Housing Authority have requested a work session with the City Council. The purpose of the work session is to discuss the transfer to the City of Seward of the real property of R-21 Urban Renewal Project. A tentative date of April 5, 1973, at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Chambers, has been set. I ~~ ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE 1 SEWARD CITY COUNCIL VOL 16 - Page 9/c~ ~~!Fii~~ City Clerk-Treasurer CITY <)F SEWARD {' _._._---~-~---_._.._, ---- --------- - - - CI,'y MAI'./\-~CR eft 4-S:214 P O. BOX 337 COMPTRCJL,Ll-F< CA 4 !';;2.16 SEWARD, ALASKA 99664 INFOR'vlATI_)N CA. 4-!::~21'-~ CITY POLI~F- CA 4-5201 I C 0 U N C I L MEMORANDUM 73-3 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Mayor & Council City Manager at request of Harbor Commission Prohibited and Restricted Mooring - Boat Lift Dock March 31, 1973 Members of the Harbor Commission request concurrence with the following recommendations: 1. Prohibit moorage of vessels in the lift ar.proach of the Boat Lift Dock. Signing required 'MOORAGE PROHIBITED". Placement: Left and right of the lift slot 2. Prohibit idle use of the South end of the Boat Lift Dock. Signing required: "MOORING PROHIBITED- ACTIVE LOADING ZONE ONLY". Placement: South End of Boat Lift Dock. I 3. Approval of Resolution No. 871, re: nuisance vessels. 4. Approval of Temporary Use Permit for James Lawson for period 4/1/73 - 7/31/73 on condition of removal of all gear and equipment from area prior to ex- piration date. Permit would cover placement of fish traps in Northwest corner of Harbor and use of an arm no larger than 50' x 50l'for the period indicated. The Administration recommends (a) issuance of Temporary Use Permit for period indicated for $100.00 plus tax; (b) posting of $200.00 cash in advance clean-up bond to be refunded in full less charges for restoration of permit area if required and (c) additional site pre- paration, i.e., movement of stored boats, extension of utilities, etc.~~se of Mr. Lawson. ern OF SllfAID 1 2 '3 1+ 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 1 '3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 g 1 9 20 t- . ~ 'I:'~ I' ...,);-:Vt> .,_.'. .}.t."....' _:t~i,~.~,l'i,....---'(~,~a-':'"...r--.1-o!I!...... ~r ," , ATTACHED TO AND iDE A PART OF THE MINUTES '.,...;'..,; L ! er Int.roduced: 4 I 2 I 73 SEWARD CIn: COUNCIL BY B. C. HUl.M RESOWTION NO. 669 A resolution requesting the united Sta~ea Federal Government to initiate leasing of offshore trac ts in the Gulf of Alaska tor the purpose of oil and gas exploration BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL: WHEREAS the United States as a nation is facing the most serious enel"gT crisis in the approximate 200 year histcry or the republic; and wliEF/.EAS the United states Depa.rtment of the Interior has asserted that the delays in the extraction of North Slope oil is costing the nation $1 billion a year in 5pending on imported oil; and wHEREAS this fiow1.ng out ot dollars of the United States for oil imporl8 has definitely augmented t.he nation's balance of payments deficit; and WHEREAS in 1969 the America.n people utilhed 1.5 t.rillion kilowatt hours of electricity, which was considerably more electrical power than the total consumption of Russia, Britain, Japan, France, Sweden, Norway and India aombined; and WHEREAS, according to Rogers C. B. Morton, U. S. Secretary of the ATTACHED TO AND .DE A PART OF THE MINUTES , .T~E ARD CITY COUNe L 16 - ge ames . 11p, City Clerk-Treasu er CITY OF S>>iIAI4> 2 1 Interior, this COW'ltl'71 s cClNJWlPtiOll of electricity should rise to 4.5 trillion 2 2 KWH b)" 198 5, which Man8 a tripl1nc of the 1969 figure; and 2 3 WHEREAS between 1985 and the end of this centW"'Y l-1orton forecasts a 2 4. further dOllbllng of the load pl1shinl consumption in the year 2,000 to 2 5 apprax1mat.e~ nine (9) trllllon KWH; and 2 6 WHEREAS the deTe10pnent of the oil and las reserves in the Gulf of 2 7 Alaska would not create a panacea for our country's energy requirements in the 2 8 future, nor will the developlllent of the oil and gas reserves on the North Slope 2 9 for that matter, according to these energy need projections; and J 0 WHEREAS the persistent insouciance of certain environmental groups in 3 1 the UlUted Statea too th1a p&l'UIOUl1t energy crisis C<Dpela an aroued citizenry :3 2 t.e... t 8CtUa. 3 , BE IT R'R!InI'" t.IIM. it. SAt U. 1dll ~ Ud.. Seward City Council to lend J 4 ot't'J.ldal ........ l!t to. ...... '.1J.--t.lllDT n.Mrt. tAw "'1"&1. Government of the J 5 tlJritAd ~ toe iait.1ata Ii . .~ of oUebore tract.a in the Gult of Alaska for J 6 the parpoee at oil and gas exp1orat:lon. 3 7 COPIES of this resolution shall be transmitted to U.e Honorable 3 8 Richard. M. Nixon, President of the United States; the Honorable fiocers C. B. 3 9 Morton, Secretary of the Interior; the HOIlorab1e Mike Hansfield, Senate Majority 4 0 Leader, United States Senate; the Honorable Carl Albert, Speaker of the HOWN of 4 1 Representatives; the Honorable E. L. Patton, President of the Aly..ka Pipeline ATTACHED TO AND ~E A PART OF THE MINUTES O~THE L crTY OF SDiAHD 4 2 Service Company; the Honorable Mike Gravel, United States Senate; the Honorable 4:3 Ted Stevens, United State8 Senate, and the Honorable Don Young, House of 4 4 Representati YeS. ~ ,1 /} ...:.-f ...., ,""- ,f/ ADOPTED BY THE S.l!ltlARD CITY OOUNCIL THI DAY OF ,; v ,'.,. , 1973 "I r;;;---.->/ ../") _../J/~.-.t~" L ....// # d ) ~~~/ " -/<1 I ... /: ..'~ /> ,..y'" t"-oA ...r ':......... ' /~~ V<~/_A:/" ,)' " .,.-y - <..( , ., 7/ , ..~ '. ,Z '1) , Mayor A '''l'':.3T : . ',"".1. / 'i~' -','....... . ~.' Sewal"l! C 1 ty f'lerk I I I eM or SDWm 1 2 :3 4 S 6 7 .8 9 10 11 12 13 14- 1 S 16 17 18 19 20 21 TTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF TH,E/SEWAR. JlTY COUNCIL~ , VOL,16(~'}O ~7'-'-"" iJames R., Fili~ . City Clerk-Treasure i ./ j Illtrodu.ced. Apr.U 23, 1973 Sl!WABD em COUNCIL B1' 8. '0. IlUIJI llJSOID'1'1c:m NO. IY/2 A reeo1.ut1on relatinc to the uUCIUl ccuarvatiClft qetem deeipat1cD8 unde Sect1Clft 17(d)(2)(A) of tbe .Al'll-o BaUft m.... Settlant. Act.. BB IT BBSOLVlI) B1' 1'BE SIlWAIlD crn COtIICILI WHIRUS Secti_ 17(4)(2)(A) of the n.. Ra1d.ft '0""- Se~ Act. of Dece"" 18, 1971, pI'O"f1cIu tor the' ONaU_ et or ~,tbeaddiUc. to c.t.1DI waite of ld.1cl aacl aoea1o rift", ..tw.' para, utioultoreate G4 -n.n..,. retua-; MIl ww.,S, of theM toar Qaw-., the ec.creu did, h 1960, ,... t.be . Wt1p1.e U.. ad 8uta1Mcl Y1e14 Act. 1da1oh dS.rectecl tbat l&t1ou1. r... lade be .1Ud1cS.eiaal7 .....eel to procIuc. .. o...........Uc:a ot ~ Y&1.aeIt, ... .. oat4oor recreat1aa, vUd1..t., naa-, wU.deZ'U", t"--" all _tel'aW, h "I' ,to .arn the beat ht.el'dte of the Aaer1caa people J u4 WRJI!D1U~, wbi1. tb1s Mtbod 1. adopted 'b7 t.be otbel' ...,1ea tOl'. tM:lI' . .....-at d1nct1_, ~ 1.IIl the l..t'1......' roreet. s,.t- 1a -.It.1p1.e ue aur:ra~ c!11'8cted b7 .. act of the Ccqre.. J aa4 ..~~ tbe .aJ.tip1.e ue u4 auta1Md 11el4 ptll1~ Sa --JI t p'I'0914a. tor cou1.deI'ab1J' .ore opt1ou to _t the ued8 of the -.1eriv ot . . t . .._ '. :2 2 23 24 2 5 :2 6 27 28 :2 9 .3 0 3 1 J - J .3 :3 4 3 5 .3 6 :( r"-; ~, , .3 8 .3 9 40 41 42 4 .3 44 4 5 I!! , ~; W :<' P'i,i; d ~ I,: ~ .'1 , ~; ~ AlaSkas, as well. a8 aU Americans, .ow &ad 11\ the tuture, couiateDt. with par8llOU1:lt env1ronmeJ1tal protection; and WHEREAS the Joint Federal...state Land Use Plann1Dg CCIIIIIl1ss1Cl1l and the Secretary of the Interior, Rogers C. B. Horton, are to rec~' to the Congress which lands are to be conta.1ned within each (jf the tour systems; &ad . . WHEREAS these recoomendationa and their eJl&Ctment into law Al1>> of sreat concern to the people of the State of Alaska; BE IT RESOLVED that it is the will of this Seward C1ty Councu to lend official support to, and w reapect.fu1l7 request the Joint Fec:leNl-:-State Land . . Use Pla"",ir,g CCIIlIIdsa:l.on and the SecretaJ7' of the laterior to conll1der to the o ~est practical extent, 1Dcluslon of at least approdmat.eq 44 mUl1ca acre. in new h..:'.:~.^"&l forests for Ah.1Pa, u -..t forth b7 the Forest Serv1ce' _luka Plam1~ Team Document, U. S. Depart.nt or Acr1cu.1twe, elated J~ 1972, ud ,~ that they subee.quen~ make such a rec( JI..,.tiOll to the C~.. of t.he Uaite4 I States; and be it ,; J 'I ;c FURl'HER RESOLVED that the Alaska delesat101l ia the Ccqreae 1. respecttul13" . requested to join with theJoht. Federal-St&te taad Use Plau1as t!-4..1_ to . encaurage the introduction of leglelat.ion to create approx::1mateJ.7 44 1I11l1_ ,a.cres of new aatioul forest. within the 80 1I1ll10ll acree prov1d.eclfor 1a Section 17(d)(2)(A) of the Alaska Na.tive Cla1llls Set.tlemeat. Act. COPIES of t.his Resolut1oa shall be' tre.ua1tted to the acurable Iiobard. II. N:lxClIl~ President of the United States; the Hoaorable Rosen C. B. IIortGa, Secretary, Department of the Iater1or; the Hoaorable Earl L. BAts, Seo:retaz'7, Department of Agriculture, the Chairmen of the U. S. Sua"'" u4 the u. s. aGUe ,\ \. .,. I I I , THE ~AR. DAC)1Y, COUNCI~ ~Af~~(~~_ ~mes R. F~~ (/ City Clerk-Treasur ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF i ~ III i1l '! l~ 4 6 I hter10r &ad Iaeular Attain C-s.tteell, the liOllonble Qovem.Ol" W'f'H- A. 4 7 Egu, eo.oha11'J1U, Hr. Joe.ph JOHpbaca, Co-cha1r8R De.lpN, and Mr. Jack O. 4 8 HOrt.OIl, Co-chairmu, Lead U.e n...-1.s C~.e1oa of. "'.Ili'Jca; the H01torabJ.e JWce 4 9 Gravel; the Honorable Ted SteveJUJ, U. S. Seaaton, aad the HODOrabl. Dca Youmg, 5 0 u. S. Repreaeatative, -.bera or the Alaska del.egatioa in Concra... ADOPTED BY THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL THIS 2'DAY OF APR 1973 ~ Mqor ot the Cit.y ot Seward ~ /oA~;f~ , Se-.rd C1tT Clerk ~ i I J ~ ~ ~ .' I 1 I THE CITY OF SEHAR:Q. ALASKA RESOLUTION NO. 873 \rnEREAS, the City of Seward entered into a loan and grant agreement with the Economic Development Administration for a wharf construction project, and WHEREAS, the project is now completed pending settlement of the final grant disbursement, and WHEREAS, the City of Seward no longer requires a loan guarantee from the Economic Development Administration, NOH, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the funds set aside by the Economic Development Administration for use in connection with a loan for Project 17-01-00701, Seward Wharf, are hereby released. This Resolution takes effect immediately upon approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this ~ day of April, 1973. - ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE ~ARD CITY COUNCIL LV.01 16 }"/1PA~m.. /' 11' /Y'i? / \. 'Yf;.=t ? James R. F'ilip{ City Clerk-Treasure! I _,,/ ,/ THE CITY OF SEWARD RESOLUTION NO. 874 WHEREAS, it is necessary to take an active effort in the removal of trash and debris from the community, and I WHEREAS, this effort requires the participation of all residents who are able to care for their property, and WHEREAS, the Month of May is suitable for this annual concentrated assualt on the accumulated filth which the melting snows reveal, and WHEREAS, inoperable automobiles and trucks are a partic- ular nuisance in Seward, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the Month of May is hereby declared to be "CLEANER SEWARD MONTH" and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that particular attention is call- ed to those who harbor or keep junked or inoperable auto- mobiles, trucks or heavy machinery to have them removed during this month in order to preserve the natural beauty which abounds in this area but which is marred by the un- sightly residue which threatens to engluf us. This Resolution takes effect immediately upon approval. I PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 23rd day of ~ 1 73. ~ R. F. Richardson, Mayor ATJfST: .~/(~ / James R. Filip, ~~ity Clerk-Treasurer I I I I ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE/S~EWARD CITY ~UNCIL , ~. L 016;1 P~lO \ "- ,11"-"'-, I ( . . h-X,Y' . {Tames R. F1lip ~ ~. City Clerk-Treasurel / CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA ORDINANCE NO. 393 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-35 OF THE SEWARD CODE OF ORDINANCE, POUND AND FEEDING FEES. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ORDAINS: Section 1. That Section 4-35 of the Seward Code of Ordinances, POW1d and Feeding fees, be deleted and reinserted to read as follows: Section 4-35. POW1d and Feeding Fees The City Clerk-Treasurer is hereby authorized to and shall collect for the City Ten Dollars ($10.00) pOW1d fees, plus Two Dollars and Fifty Cents ($2.50) per day for feeding each dog so impoW1ded, plus the City license for any dog that is placed in the pOW1d for failure to have a license, which dog is claimed by the owner. In case a dog is impoW1ded for reasons other than failure to have a license, the City Clerk-Treasurer shall collect Ten Dollars ($10.00) for the City, plus Two Dollars and Fifty Cents ($2.50) per day for feeding each dog so impoW1ded, upon release of the dog. Section 2. This Ordinance takes effect immediately upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City COW1cil of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day of 1973. R. F. Richardson Mayor FIRST READING: APR 23 1973 SECOND READING: ADOPI'ION: AYES: NOES: ABSENT : A'ITEST: James R. Filip City Clerk-Treasurer APPROVED AS TO FORM: HUGHES, THORSNESS, LOWE, GANTZ & CLARK Attorney for the City of Seward Kenneth P. Jacobus I I I 11 Page 11 Volume 16 SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 2, 1973 Item 1 - The Special Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for May 2, 1973, was called to Order by Mayer Richardson at 7:43 P. M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hill. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayer Richardson, Clmrs. Hill, McCloud, Crisp and McAnerney. Clmr. Vincent was absent and Clmr. HulIn was excused absent. Item 4 - The City Manager reported that General Telephone Company had re- quested the City to assume the duties of Local Information Operator for $500.00 per month (no objection), that he (the City Manager) requested annual leave from July 24th thru September 4th, 1973 (no objection), that the Public Employment Program was being phased down which would cause the loss of some local program jobs and that the Local Boundary Commission would hold a Public Hearing on the proposed Nikiski Borough at the Kenai National Guard Armory on May 25th, 1973 at 7:30 P.M. Item 5 - The City Attorney, Mr. Kenneth P. Jacobus, reported that the City's legal work was generally current with the exception of the Parsons vs. City of Seward personal injury suit. The City Attorney also reported that this case was being defended by another attorney on behalf of the City's in- surance carrier, American Home Assurance Company. Item 6 - Executive Session: Mayor Richardson recessed the Special Meeting into Executive Session at 8:15 P.M. Mayor Richardson reconvened the Special Meeting at 8:50 P. M. Item 7 - Adjournment: There being no further business to bring before the Council, Clmr. McCloud moved to adj ourn. flJayor Richardson adj ourned the Meeting at. 8:51 P.M. ~ / I./'/' , /:.-. .~ . / J;8mes R. Filip' "'fJ ~ity Clerk-Treasurer ~ ), ,C-->.- . .-...---- &-' F. ic~~~~~---t ,( Mayor d.-o<z..c~ , REGULAR MEETING MAY 14, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for May 14, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 7: 30 P. M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McAnerney. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, McAnerney, Vincent, McCloud and Hill. Clmr. Crisp was absent and HulIn was excused absent. Clmrs. Clmr. Item 4 - Correction in the Minutes, Page 10, Item 9, line two and line five were noted. Insert spelling correction for "supporting" and "Resolution" respectively. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the Minutes as corrected from the bottom one/half of Page 9 through the bottom of Page 10 (Regular Meeting of April 23rd, 1973). Passed unanimously. Item 5 - The City Manager reported that he was co-ordinating the Obihiro Moose project with tentative plans set for the last week of May and also noted the Nikiski Borough Public Hearing would take place on May 25th. The City Manager indicated he would take opposition to formation of the Proposed Borough. The City Manager request.ed and Council consented to Postpone the Jesse Lee Public Hearing for two weeks and to add Item 9-3, Approval of Restaurant designation for Harbor Dinner Club. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 5/4/73 from Lounsbury and Asso- icates reporting on the Spring inspection of the wharf proj ect and suggesting the installation of a gutter for the use of Seward Fisheries. Signed Loren H. Lounsberry, P. E. (Council had no objection to 'installation of the gutter system). 2. Letter dated 5/10/73 from Mt. McKinley Bus Line not.ing 12 Page 12 Volume 16 REGULAR MEErING MAY 14, 1973 REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973 their return to their old schedule of 8:00 A. M. departures from Seward. Signed Erine Roe. 3. Letter dated 5/9/73 from State Divsion of Lands indicating State selection of Tract A, Survey 1116 (former Alaska Railroad Terminal Reserve). Signed Stephan Pavish, Land Management Assistant. 4. Letter dated 5/11/73 from Seward Volunteer Ambulance Corps requesting $2,500.00 for the Ambulance Corps garage extension. Signed Donald L. McCloud, President. 5. Release of lien in Tom Smith d/b/a S. C. & M. Supply vs. City of Seward dated 5/10/73 for $12,000.00. Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: Proposed 1973-74 Municipal Budget. Mayor Richardson opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Keith Campbell, Seward Genearl Hospital Administrator, requested Council consideration in the budget for $20,500.00 approximately for a sprinkler system in the hospital. Mr. Keith Campbell, on behalf of the Seward Council on Alcoholism also re- quested a grant from the City for the coming year. There being no one else present who desired to speak on the subject of the proposed budget, Mayor Richardson closed the Public Hearing. 2. Mr. Larry Urbach stated he was against allowing trailers of any kind in the Jesse Lee Heights area. 3. Mrs. Melvin Deck stated she was concerned over any changes in the zoning in the Jesse Lee area. Item 8 - Council Discussion: 1. Clmr. McCloud commented on the overall poor condition of the dump. 2. Clmr. Vincent requested coordination of animal control between the City and the Recreation Camps to prevent animals being abandoned in Seward. 3. Clmr. Vincent expressed concern with regard to the work being conducted at the Forest Acres Campground. The City Manager indicated that work would continue. 4. Clmr. Hill inquired about the status of the recreation program. The City Manager explained that a phasedown of the Public Employment Program prevented the hiring of a Recreation Co- ordinator through the program at this time. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Ordinance No. 393, (see page 10), an Ordinance amending Section 4-35 of the Seward Code, Pound and Feeding Fees - Second Reading. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 393 in full. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 393 on second reading and to advance it to third and final reading. Passed unanimously. 2. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve the transfer of liquor license from Marvin E. and Sara M. Nelson to Betty A. and Martin L. Goresen dba Palace Bar and Cafe. Passed unanimously. 3. Clmr. McAnereny, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve restaurant designation for the Harbor Dinner Club. Passed unan- imously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen. None. Item 11 - Adj ournment : Clmr. Hill moved to adj ourn. Mayor Richardson adjourned the Meeting at 8 :10 P. M. , f~ ,ct ~ l,= f!=dtfl James R. Filip 19ity Clerk-Treasurer ~~ ~ 2 . . ",- - ..-----. - ~aA_>-~/ / . F. R:tC ardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for May 29, 1973, was called to Order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P. M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud. I tern 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. McCloud, Hulm, Vincent and McAnerney. Clmr's Hill and Crisp were absent. Item 4 - The City Manager reported (1) that he would be co-ordinating the moose transfer project with Fish and Game officals next week, (2) in view of that he requested permission to postpone the next Council Meeting from I I I I -) d Page 13 Volwne 16 REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973 June 11th to June 18th (no objection) and (3) requested permission to attend the Alaska City Manager's Board of Directors Meeting in Sitka on June 9th (no Objection). Item 5 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 5/23/73 from Division of Water and Harbors outlining proposed improvements to the Small Boat Harbor. Signed Don Statter, Director. 2. Letter dated 5/24/73 from North American Develop- ment Corporation offering a property survey in the Small Boat Harbor area for $653.21. Signed J. M. Souby III, Vice-President. 3. Letter dated 5/25173 from Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the Better Commu- nties Act. Signed Robert C. Scalia, Assistant Regional Administrator. 4. Air Service Requirements questionnaire from Alaska Airlines. Signed Donald R. Cowan. Item 6 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Public Hearing on the proposed sale of the Jesse Lee property to Last Frontier, Inc. Mayor Richardson opened the Public Hearing. For informational purposes, the City Manager read the proposed contract in full. Mr. James R. Clouse, Jr., attorney for Last Frontier, Inc., outlined the Corporation's plan for the use of the structures, if possible, as a motel/hotel complex. Mr. Robert A. Bottcher opposed the sale on the grounds ~hat the contract did not adequately prevent subdivision of the property. Mr. Richard Beissner indicated his approval of the sale but wanted a schedule of development to be a part of the contract. 111:'. Larry Urbach asked if the Corporation had submitted a financial statement and it was reported that the City had not requested it and it had not been provided. There being no one else present who desired to be heard on this subject, Mayor Richardson closed the Public Hearing. 2. Mr. Bob Thorstenson, Seward Fisheries, Inc., ex- plained the problem created by the recent resignation of the local Customs appointee and indicated that the present requirement of having an officer sent from Anchorage is not satisfactory. He asked for the City to help in establishing Seward as a customs port. 3. Mr. Linne Bardarson, Seward Fisheries, Inc., expressed concern over the effect of Ordinance No. 394, Water Rates, on the operation of the plant. He explained the past and present water rate charges and explained that the proposed Ordinance would raise their bill for water to over $2,000.00 per month during their operating peaks. Bardarson acknowledged the need for increase but thought it should not be higher than $1,000.00 per month. Item 7 - Council Discussion: 1. Clmr. HulIn noted the current delay in negotating the Chugach Electric contract and thought it would be a good idea to request information from the Federal Power Commission at this time 2. Clmr. McCloud inquired about the swimming pool feasibility study and it was noted that the proposal never developed due to lack of interest by the School District in leasing the facility following construction. 3. Clmr. McAnerney noted she had received complaints regarding E & G Repair and Hoogland' " lot adj acent to the Showcase lounge. Item 8 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Resolution No. 875, (see attached), a Resolution approving the 1973-74 Budget and setting the tax levy at 20 mills. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to approve Resolution No. 875. Passed unanimously. 2..Or:diYlancE! No. 394, (see attached), an Ordinance creating Section 22-9 of the Seward Code - Water Rates. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 394. Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. Vincent , moved to approve Ordinance No. 394 on first reading and to advance it to second reading~ 3. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to appoint Mrs. LuCelia Suszka as the City's repre- sentative to the Borough Planning and Zoning Commission. Passed unanimously. 4. Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the application for transfer of liquor license from Sol J. , Hilma J. , Martin J. and Sydney M. Urie dba Solly's Liquor Store to Bruce C. and Marilyn A. Siemenski. Passed unanimously. 5. Clmr. HulIn , seconded by Clmr. Vincent , moved to approve a loan to Seward General Hospital with interest at 1% per year when a firm bid for a fire sprinkler installation is obtainedlf* 6. Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. lVIcCloud, moved to approve the Occidental Plan for City employee's not now pension plan participants. Passed unanimously. * Passed unanimously. **Passed unanimously. Item 9 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: 1. Clmr. Vincent reported that the Borough Assembly had approved a School budget or $1,350,000.00, had awarded the Delinquent Tax notice to the Clarion and had passed a 14 Page 14 Volume 16 REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973 Resolution opposing the formation of the Nikiski Borough. The Assembly tabled Resolution 73-19R relating to solid waste. Item 10 - Adjournment: Clmr. McCloud moved to adjourned the Meeting at 10:12 P. M. r ;(4- ~F1l1P l,City Clerk-Treasurer adj ourn. Mayor Richardson ~/j- I'. . ~ ._.// ~,' F! . . /~'-~-t._.E-~~-_ R'. F. Richardson Mayor POSTPONED REGULAR MEETING JUNE 18, 1973 Item 1 - The postponed regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for June 18, 1973 was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony led by Clmr. McAnerney. Item 3- Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. McCloud, McAnerney, Vincent, and Hulin. Clmrs. Crisp and Hill were absent. Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the minutes for May 14 ana May 29th 1973, as presented. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Managers Report: The City Manager reported that (1) he attended the Alaska City Managers Association Board Meeting held in Sitka last week; (2) he had visited the Police Academy while in Sitka and; (3) that five moose calves were in custody but not all were expected to survive. Item 6 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 5/31/73 from Alaska State Housing Authority reported on the sale of Lot 1, Block 2, Oceanview subdivision to James and Helen Dominish. Signed Garrett W. Waldner. Director of Urban Renewal. (2) Letter dated 6/8/73 from Alaska State Housing Authority reporting on a requested delay from Alaska Builders prior to starting construction on a portion of block 5 Oceanview Subdivision. Signed Garrett W. Waldner, Director of Urban Renewal. Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Mr. Hans Hafemeister expressed concern about the use of the boat lift away from the harbor area and the dangers involved. 2. Mr. Norman C. Waggy reported that theft was on the increase in the harbor area. Item 8 - Council Discussion: 1. Clmr. Vincent stated he was of the opinion that the Boat lift was not to travel all over town, that people were camping in the woods away from the campground and that he was hopeful that city workers would try to increase their efficiency. 2. Clmr. McAnerney commented on the lack of an adequate impound yard, and noted that Holben Park should be checked for safety. 3. Clmr. Hulm stated he would like to see the City's Anchor installed at the Boat Harbor and thought it was a waste to bring the City Attorney to Seward to try municipal cases in view of the court situation. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Resolution No 876 (see Attached) a Resolution approving the sale of the Jesse Lee property to Last Frontier, Inc. Clmr. McCloud moved, Clmr. Vincent seconded, to adopt Hesolutlon No CJ76. Passed unanimously. 2. Ordinance No 393 (see page 10), an ordinance amending Section 4-35 of the Seward Code-Pound and Feeding fees. B'lnal readlng and approval. The City Manager read Ordinance No 393 in lull. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to approve Ordinance No 393. Passed unanimously. 3. Ordinance No 394, an Ordinance creating section 22-9 01' the Seward Code, Water Rates. Second readin Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to read ordlnance No. 394 by title only. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to approve Ordinance No 394 on second reading and to advance It to last and 1'mal reading. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to amend ordmance No 394 by increasing the monthly rate for laundry (hand or self servlce) and steam laundry to $50.000 per month. Passed unanimously. Maln motlon also passed unanlTIlously. 4. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to approve asslgrunents 01' ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE ~ARD CITY COUNCIL f\vtL 16 oa~g. ~ /(. . Ls James R. Fi ip, , , . .i'r~ji; CI'iY 07 SW'!~...:~.::l, :~ 'S,:<.A City Clerk-Treasurer , ' ('I'lDl~;'';.!iCE iJ:). 39.+ Pi.IY C':~JT1.\/"l.~;CZ C~iE,~7:;,n~ ~2:7IOIt 2'/.-S c'"-? 'I':r~ s~/.,.~j:i..i cnJ~'~ - ~ /./1..':;: '.<~{ -l.^....:.~~ I THE CITY OF SE\:'A."tn, '::J,St~\. o:tu.;': n: Section 1. 'Ib',;: S:cU en 2.%-), ,ste';c R:>tS3, if.: hereby created to rea J "'s .::.')lLI'\,s: Section 22.0. h~t0r R~tes A. R€B~rl~~t~cil O~ ~(l~~stic 32rvice within the C~_::-.'.i'~ I.i..E;:I.~"_b ,~). ~:e",!"'~,::j~ {:,.'_;.:.:;ka: Silt;':).." 0uri(,~~ as D';O .__'t~ ~. ! ~ ~:';'! :. -:: iLl '-.~12 1:'1~,i 1.":.t::..g . , r8C J_'-' CLInes treated $ , per month 16.10 per month B. CC:i1l.de: ,-i.::l service witi:1in the City..Li-mits of Sew:cJ, Al~ska: P-r~" ~L.,,::': r.ui1dings where entire wuter service is bi11e~ to and paii by c'ne! 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Lumber Yards . . . . . . . . . $ 8.00 Per month Lunch Counters 26.00 II II . . . . . . . . . Ncv;;:;ps.;'er cffice 8.00 II Ii . . . . . . . . Office LJuildings, each office 8.00 'I II Photo i1:;l'velop:Lng Shops 17.50 ;j II . Recrec.tL::n & Entertainment Center 17.50 Ii II Repair Sh~'ps 8.00 II II . . School, Day-C2.re 16.00 iI II Soda FTul1t..:<::ins 26.00 ,I ,. Steam r s LU) 35.00 II Ii Ste[.i,1 L"'l~ j~ ~d.:1:.-ies 35.00 iI II Taxi S ,;_:::.-:.ds 8.00 II It Theatres. 17.50 II II . . . . . . Trailer (;,.'~-~r~3 , per trailer 8.00 if iI Undert-.::.--"r 8.00 II II . . . . . . . . C. Metered corr~ercia1 service within the City Limits of Sf""'''rd, Alaska: Per 1-1'.",'[ t~: Per Thousand Gallons First Next Next Next Next Next Next Next Next Next Over 1'), COO gallons 40,000 gallons 5'),000 gallons 1')0,000 gallons 5')0,000 gallons 500,000 gallons SSO,OOO gallons 1.~GC,COO gallons 0,LCO,000 gallons 9,000,000 gallons 2'),700,000 gallons $1. 00 0.80 0.60 0.50 0.4') 0.30 0.20 0.10 0.09 0.10 0.12 Section 2. This Ordirance shall take effect thirty(30) days after passage and approval. PASS~D AND APFRC'SD by the Common Council of the City of S&~ARD, ALAS~^ ,'"~ day of , 1973. R. F. Richardson Mayor First Readin'?;: Second RE:&dir,g: Adoption: Ayes: Noes: Absent: J'ames R. Filip City Clerk-Treasurer APPROVED AS TO FORM: Hughes, Thorsness. Lowe, Gantz and Clark Attorney for the City of Seward, Alaska Kenneth P. Jacobus I J I ATI'ACHED TO AND MADE A PARI' OF THE MIN1YI'ES OF THE PEWARD ClflUNCIL- f~k16-P e~ " ~~/'A CITY OF Sm,llRD alles R. Filip It;~SOLUTIOi{ ilO. G7:) City Clerk-Tre~surer ." R;~30LU'..:I0l~ PROVIDlilG 1:'0., '!'IU :';'''L!'; O~' TUB JiSS1~ L\i HO;;'~ PROPJt'l'Y , li mi.s. thii! City of :>e~!Orcl is the O'\1ne.: oJ: the fol1~:in;.: dcscri~ property: Lots Cne (1). 1'10 (2). Three (3). 1hirty- eight (3G), Thirty-nine (39), and forty (40), t10c~ Ono (1). ',mR,..Ii,,',L l'l.Jl.:I'.l'IOi:, City of :.>cuord. occordin:; to the I.WI> my,' plnt on J:ilc :1n the SC'\1ord l,ecordin::; District, 'i;1irc~ Judicial District, State of '''las!~t1. Lots One (1) throu~h Twenty-four (24) inc1usivc, ; loc!: Four (4), 1.j.'iVI,~' ...Lil;I'rIOf:, City of Sellarc:, according to th:J ICIlJj> anel plat ~n f~lQ in ~ Jcword Rccorcin~ Dist=ict. '!'hird Judicial Uistrict, 3tatc or Ll~lS:;a. Tract I., J.~S;:;I, L~;:: nl:IG1I1'S ~;Ul,DI\.T:lO;l. City of ;,cmn:c. occol-ding to the ,,~p and plat on '::lle ill the ~euard RecordinG District, .....hird Judicial District. :;tste of .i.1askD. and ';H;~R:~J..:>, the ordinances of the City 0;;; ;::;el'lard prov1c1e ;fol' the sale or other disposition of real property ~mcd VI the City of gc']al~, ~nlich is not dedicated to any puLlic use. aud th~ subject p~op~ty is not dedicated to an) pu~lic use, and , I{J;R..~I:;, the City of ;,~ard has advertised for bids on subjact property. and has rcceivcel a Lid and devalopILlCnt l>lan frolll the Last Frontier. Inc.. i~<r.', 'rHi~:~,:l~mu. .,. 1'.i.' RJ-:SOVJiD Vi T:U; CI'.l."'1 COilllCIL CW TIm CX'':.. OF S:~,.l'JID, ,t~Ii.SI~L: Section 1. 'that it is in the puLlic ::nterest to accept th~ bid and developll~nt p1Dns of the Last Frontier, Inc., and said bid aereuy accepted. Section 2. 'rhat the City i'IDnazer is authorized a~ directed to nezotiate the salc of said property in iJccordallce \lith the ordinances of the City of Se,"]ard. and the bid and developi,,~nt plans previously subr.dtted from tih\C to time 1y the Last Fl"Ontier. Inc.. and substantially in accordance uith the a3reemcnt and uarr~l1lty daGd attached hereto, auel to do all things nccassary to conSUIl1III8tc said sDle ancl sales agree:.lCnt. and the proper city ofZicia1s arc authorized and d~r~cted to execute the same. Section 3. That this resolution sh:all be filed and pu;.,liabcd as in the case of resolutions for public sale of property, and tha sales documents shall not ~e exacuted until said resolution has been on file in the offica of the Cler!: for thirty (30) da~'s. Pi,S::;:ID l\iID Seward, Alaska. this ;,PPSOVED by the City Coup,.cil 02 the ,. City of 1 day of JUN . 1973. . . - ) R?~~~a:d;on, ~:<:~dUrVJ .'<ayor i:.l"'.r4;T: /7 .~/(< ~ I J~"II~S It. Filip 0 Leity Clar!: I I I Page 15 15 Volume 16 POSTPONED REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 18, 1973 lease from Seward Fisheries to National Bank of Alaska subject to approval of the City Attorney. Passed unanimously. 5. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to a rove a ant of $2 500.000 to the Seward Volunteer Ambulance Corps for fundin the Gara e Addition Construction Project. Passed unanimous 1 . Resolution No 77 see attached , a Resolution approving establishment of a deferred compensation plan for City Manager James R. Filip, through the Inter- national Cit Mana ement Association. Clmr. Hulm seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to approve Resolution No 77. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough tax levy had been retained at 5 mills and that the South Penninsula Hospital Service area had been approved. Item 11 - Adjournment: Cl1nr. 1:meet:i1;lg a:ftJ,/ 'P.M. , I ,/ ~ j[~~-- ----- ----- James R. Filip ~City Clerk-Treasurer McCloud moved to adjourn. Mayor Richardson adjourned /-'-:/----/J ~Y'''-/ L " - .-C / . -- - _' -'-- -~-z.. '----' R:-F. Richardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING JUNE 25, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for June 25, 1973 was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - 'I'he opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McAnerney. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. McAnerney, Vincent, Hulm and McCloud. Clmrs. Hill and Crisp were absent. Item 4 - The City Manager reported that Conifer was planning to initiate con- struction on the multi-family housing unit on Friday; (2) that the Eureka was still on the bottom of the harbor, and legal steps would be initiated Friday to effect its removal; (3) that the water project at Jap Creek was moving forward; (4) that if council had no objection, he (the City Manager) would leave on vacation July 19 (no objection); (5) that two female moose calves were in custody in good condition and; (6) that the Nikiski Borough petitioh had been rejected. I tern 5 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 6/7/73 from the Harbor Fuel Service expressing interest in and offering to construct fuel float facilities inside the harbor along the East breakwater. Signed Dale R. Lindsey. 2. Letter dated 6/21/73 from Seward Fisheries requesting extension cf their trailer parking permit and requesting permission to add two units. Signed Linne' Bardarson, Resident Manager. Clmr. Hulm seconded by Clmr McAnerney, moved to approve the extension and addition of two units for a period not to exceed Oct I, 1974, subject to concurrence by the Planning and Zoning Comminsion. Motion passed with Clmr. Vincent voting "No". 3. Copy of a letter dated 6/22/73 from Lounsbury, an Associates to Kenai Penninsula Borough Planning Comminsion requesting vacation of streets in the Jesse Lee Home Property area and a replat of portions of the subdivision there as well as C-L (limited commerical) designation. Signed City of Seward by Loren H. Lounsbury P. E. Council discussed the proposal and sug- gested that the zoning be amended to R-3 to provide better control of the property. Clmr. Vincent moved, Clmr. Hulm seconded to approve the proposed re-plat and vacatlon as requested subject to concurrence by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Passed unanlffiously. Item 6 - Citizens' Discussion & Public Hearings: 1. Mr. Hans Hafemeister asked about the Tessoro trailer court parking area and was informed that permission had been granted in the past for such use. Item 7 - Council Discussions: 1. Reapportionment: Mayor Richardson, reported that the Reapportionment hearing would be held in the cOll.'1cil chambers on Saturday, June 30, 1973, at 9:00 A.M. Discussion followed and it was indicated that the present system of apportionment is best if the Penninsula ca~ot be districted in total as a single or two district area. 2. Clmr. McAnerney stated she was intrested in promoting bike safety, and also in having rail passe~ger service restored to Seward. 3. Clmr. Hulm seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to relocate the anchor to the North slde 01' the Harbor l~sterrs bUlldlng. Passed unanlffiously. 1 (; Page 16 Volume 16 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 25, 1973 Item 8 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Clmr. HulIn seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to approve the Coast Guard request for van placement subject to concurrence of the Harbor Comission. Passed unanimously. 2. Request from KRXA to close Adams street between 3rd and 4th Avenue on July 3, 1973. No objection. 3. Ordinance No 394 (see page 13), on ordinance creating section 22-9 of the Seward Code-Water Rates. Final reading and adoption. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to adopt ordinance No 394 by title only. Passed unanimously. The city manager read ordinance No 394 by title only. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to adopt ordinance No 394 as amended, passed unamiously. Item 9 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: None Item 10 - Clmr. Vincent requested an Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter. Council recessed to Executive Session at 9:21 P.M. Mayor Richardson reconvened the meeting at 9:50 P.M. There being no further business to come before the Council, Clmr. Vincent moved to adjourn. Mayor Rl""chardson adj, / ed the meeting at 9:50 P.M. ~. ~ ) ,_ r.' - '../ /, " - '~'<'#'L'-'<'_<--~C'-"'" . F. Richardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING JULY 9, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for July 9, 1973 was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M.. Item 2 - The opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. Vincent, McAnerney, HulIn, McCloud and Hill. Clmr. Crisp was absent. Item 4 - The City Manager reported that: (1) if Council had no objection he would appreciate recessing this meeting until Monday, July 16th, 1973 at 7:30 P.M., after otherwise completing tonight's agenda in order to pick UD some over- flow items (no objection); (2) that the meeting calendar would be ll[onday, July 16th; Monday, August 27th; and Monday, September 10th (no obj ection) . Item 5 - Communications: 1. Letter dated 6/3/73 from State Division of Lands notifying the City of the current ban on open burning on the Kenai Peninsula. Signed F. J. Keenan, Director. 2. Letter dated 7/3/73 from Kenai Packers in- dicating their desire to continue with the 1970 agreement for use of portion of the Boat Lift Dock. Signed Fred M. McGill. 3. Letter dated 6/28/73 from Dept- ment of Health and Social Services requesting assistance in completing a "needs assessment on drug use and abuse." Signed Roger L. Poppe, Consultant. Council indicated the local Council on Alcoholism should handle this matter. Item 6 - Citizens' Discussion & Public Hearings: None. Item 7 - Council Discussions: (1) Mr. Red Allen, Assistant General Manager of the Alaska Railroad spoke in regard to the recent ALASKA INDUSTRY article incicating the railroad to Seward would be closed and the railroad dock "moth- balled. " Mr. Allen indicated he had "been misquoted" but stated the fact that the Railroad must "pay its own way" and if the community cannot support rail service the Railroad "would close the Seward line." Mr. Allen added that he would meet with anyone regarding the improvement of service to Seward. (2) Mr. Jim Smith, Engineering-Science of Alaska addressed Council with intention to impress upon them the need for Dromot preDaration of the Dreliminary engineering plans for the sewage treatment plant, water system improvements, and solid waste facility to corner Federal funds. Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to authorize Engineering-Science or-Alaska to proceed with the orellffilnary sewage treatment, water supply and solid waste engineering drawings subject to concur- rence of the City Attorney. Motion passed Clmr. Vincent voting "no."e]) Clmr. Vincent reported that the City CamDgr'ound was being used by "poor cllentel" and we should look at it. Vincent added that a drug needs assessment was not needed but what was needed were laws to handle the oroblem. (4) Mayor Richardson re- ".""l- e RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF - Seward, Alaska In the Matter of: ESTABUSmNG A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR No. 877 James R. Filip (City 11anager) I, James R. Filip , City Clerk of the City of Seward, Alaska , do hereby certify that the following resolution, proposed by Councilmember Bernard C. Hulm , and seconded by Councilmember Donald L. McCloud , was duly passed and adopted by the Council of the City of regular meeting thereof assembled this the follOWing vote: Seward, Alaska. 18th day of June at a , 19 73, by AYES: McCloud, McAnerney, Vincent, Hulm and Myr. Richardson NAYS: n-o-n-e ABSENT: Hill and Crisp (SEA L) ;1 /' /~. ( i. ';r:-j, ~-) (. ''f"l p~ ~ Clerk of the City ~ WHEREAS. the City has in its employ in the position of City Manager; WHEREAS. James R. Filip valuable services to the City; WHEREAS, the City has considered the establishment of a Deferred Compensation Plan for the City Manager, James R. Filip , made available to the City and to the City Manager by the International City Management Association Retirement Corporation; WHEREAS. certain income tax benefits accrue to the City Manager through participation in the said plan; and James R. Filip is and \\ ill be rendering WHEREAS, the City recognizes that the tax advantages of the said plan to the City Manager constitutes a benefit to the City by allowing the City to offer an additional "fringe "benefit" in recruiting and retaining qualified personnel in its employment at no cost or charge to the City. NCNV, THEREFORE. it is RESOLVED, that the City establish the said Deferred Compensation plan for the City ?\lanager, James R. Filip , and, for this purpose, agree to the following: 1. The Trust Agreement with the International City Managemm t Association Retirement Corporation, attached hereto as Appendix A; and 2. The Deferred Compensation Employment Agreement, attached hereto as Appendix B. I I I Page 17 Volume 161 7 ported that the moose transfer to JaDan was f2;oinf2; ahead on Wednesday morninf2; and that a dry run was going to be held on Tuesday afternoon. (5) CJmr. Hulm sug- gested that the City explore the possibility of hiring a public relations man for part-time work during the SWIDler. (6) Mayor Richardson sUf2;gested that the Council consider a project for civic improvement for the American Revolution Bicentennial Anniversary. Item 8 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No. 878 (see attached), a Resolution requesting the governor and the Department of Public Works to keep the M/V HICKERSHA.1Vj in Alaskan service. CJmr. McAnerney, seconded bv CJmr. McCloud, moved to apDrove Resolution No. 878. Passed unanimously. (2) Resolution No. 879 (see attached), a Resolution requesting the Alaska Railroad to continue oDeration of the Seward Dock and the Seward-Portaf2;e rail line. CJmr. McAnernev, seconded bv CJmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 879. Passed unanimous Iv. (3) Clrnr. Hill , seconded by CJmr. McCloud, moved to approve appointment of Burton W. Baugh as Acting Citv Manager/City Clerk. Passed unanimously. Item 9 -Report of the Borough Assemblymen: None Item 10 - Recess: Mayor Richardson recessed the meeting until Monday, July 16, 1973, at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. n ,J ~/ ~ /{-- ~y; <James R. ilip' l City Clerk-Treasurer '--;-;-2 ' , (~J .' , ?;::~ .P~~~~__ n. F. 'c ardson Mayor SPECIAL MEETING OF JULY 16, 1973 Item 1 - The special meeting of the Common COQDcil of the City of Seward, Alaska for July 16, 1973, was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P. M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony was led by CJmr. McCloud. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmr's Mc- Cloud, McAnerney and Vincent. CJmr. Hill was late. CJmr' s Hulm and Crisp were absent. Item 4 - Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. McAnerney, moved to approve the minutes as presented for June IGllJ, JWle 25llJ, Clllll July 9111, 1973. fiiMed unaniroously. Clmr. Hill arrives at this time. Item 5 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 6/20/73 from James C. Hornaday indicating his disappointment of the City's position on the proposed court facility in Kenai and suggested we check with our elected representatives on the subject. Signed James C. Hornaday. (2) Letter dated 7/12/73 from State Department of Environmental Conservation indicating that the City's application for sewage treatment facilities was currently under review and would be considered in the FY 74 prOf2;I'am. Sjgned James A. Anderebg, Director, Division of Air and Hater Quality Control. V'(3) Letter dated 7/11/73 from State Department of Highways authorizing the City to expend up to $19,000.00 on the Lowell Point Road. Signed Jack M. Spake, Central District Engineer. (4) Letter dated 7/16/73 from Seward District Magistrate Court reporting on income from fines and forfeitures from the local court. Signed Genevieve Schafermeyer, Magistrate. Item 6 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent introduced the subject of the Borough's proposed garbage ordinance 73-30. Members of Council unanimously indicated that they were not in favor of providing free services for anyone in this regard. (2) Council discussed the rezoning status of the Jesse Lee Home properties and invited Mr. larry Urbach and Mrs. Melvin Deck to be present while the discussion was being held. The Council continued the discussion of possible alternatives in the light of the proposed rezoning's failure to pass the local Planning and Zoning Advisory Comnission. No Council action was taken. (3) Mr. Dean R. Hickox requested recognition to report that the Seward Com- mittee on Alcoholism will conduct the drug use and abuse study forwarded to Jt) Page 18 Volwne 16 him by the City. He also informed the Council that the Alcoholism group has been funded $22,500.00 for an Alcoholism Information and Referral service for FY 74 and that Seward General Hospital received $10,000.00 for detox- ification services. Item 7 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No. 880, a Resolution providing for the submission to the voters of the City of Seward, Alaska, the question of whether ll.l(a) (1) of the City Charter should be amended to correct a reference therein. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to a rove Resolution No. 880. Passed unanimousl. (2) Resolution No.1, a Resolution providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Seward, Alaska the question of whether Section 10.3 of the City Charter should be amended to bring it into conformity with the present statues of the State of Alaska and current decisions of the United States Supreme Court. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve Resolution No. 88l. Passed unanimously. (3) Resolution No. 882, a Resolution approving and providing for the execution of an amendatory Contract amending Loan and Capital Grant Contract No. R-21 authorizing the acceptance of a deed to the City of Seward, Alaska, as successor in interest covering unsold lands acquired in project Urban Renewal R-21 and providing for a postcloseout marketing program. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to read Resolution No. 882 by title only. Passed unanimously. The City Manager read Resolution No. 882 by title only. Clmr. McAnerne seconded b Clmr. McCloud moved to a rove Res- olution No.8 2. Passed unanimously. () Approval of voluntary deferred com- pensation plan for City employees. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the voluntary deferred compensation plan for City employees. Passed unanimously. Item 8 - Adj ournment : Clmr. McCloud moved to adj ourn, Mayor Richardson adj ourn- eCll the meeti at 1 P. M. , ZI<'~~ . . . ~.. t.-C A-a.t.i<J.A'-_._ R. F: Richardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 23, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the Commcn Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for July 23, 1973 was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmr's Hulm, Hill, McCloud, McAnerney and Vincent. Clmr. Crisp was absent. Item 4 - City M9.nagers Report: None Item 5 - Mayor Richardson offically welcomed the exchange students from Seward's Sister City, Obihiro, Hokkaido, Japan. Item 6 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 7/19/73 from Texaco, Inc., requesting permission to install a 4' x 6' illuminated sign for marina identification on property currently being leased by Mr. Ray Anderson. Signed L. W. Leffler, Texaco, Inc. (Council had no objection). (2) let- ter dated 7/18/73 from Rural Electrification Administration indicating that the R.E.A. cannot make a loan to finance the City's proposed electrical system improvements. Signed George P. Herzog, Acting Administrator. Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: Mayor Richardson opened the Public Environment Hearing. (1) Mr. Jim Smith explained the Hearing was to explain to the public the general nature of the proposed proj ect . He explained that the plan was to collect all of the domestic wastes, treat them and then discharge the treated effluent into the waters of the Bay. Liquid waste from the fish plant will require chemical treatment. Sludge disposal and solid waste disposal are under active consideration according to Mr. Smith. (2) Mr. Smith reported on consideration of another type of system but investigation indicated that the proposed process was best for this area. (3) The environmental effect on the community will be to clean the domestic wastes from the city sewer lines. (4) The cost of the project, less I I I A'ITACHED TO AND MADE PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE S ARD CI~j9UNCIL o 16 - /r 17-/tJ ( J ~S R: Filip ~ ity Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SE\~ARD, ~SI<A RESOLUTION NO. '376 WHEREAS, the State of Alaska has encouraged vi.itor. from all parts of the world to tour Alaska, and wHEREAS, transportation is a major factor in bring- ing visitors to the State, and ~REAS, the Alaska Marine Highway system serves a vital role in serving the public, and WHEREAS, the State of Alasl-a has announced its plan to sell the MlV \' ICKERSHAM, and WHEREAS, it appears that this vessel can play an important role in the future marine commerce activities of Alaska, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESoLvED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the Honorable ldlliam A. Egan, Governor, and the Department of Public Works be and are hereby requested to reconsider the proposed sale of the M/V \','ICKERSHAM with the intention to see this veSl!eI continue serving the State's residents and visitors. PASSEl) AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 9th day of July, 1973. ~~ Mayor ATTEST: ATrACHED TO AIVID MADE A PARI' OF THE MINUTES OF THE ARD CITY COUNCIL V;_L 16 - ~~. , . I~.' / am~. Fll p, . City Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SE\tiARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION NO. 879 ~J.HEREAS, the Alaska Railroad operates and maintains a connecting rail link between Seward, Alas~a, and points North, and wllEREAS, Seward has been the IlGATE\jAY CITY" to in- terior Alaska only to have been displaced in its role as a port city due to expansion of other facilities more closely located to the population centers of the State, an~ VHEREAS, the City of Seward has endeavored to re- place this lost economy with a broader economic bas~ and {r HEREAS,. the <:tee} ine of ocean traffic has caused a loss of freight revenue for the Alaska Railroad, and y,HEREAS, this loss of revenue caused a direct re- duction in rail service to Seward to such an extent that possible abandonment of the 1 ine between Portage and Seward has been considered by railroad officials, and WHEREAS, this possibility has the potential of eliminating Seward from any direct role in the economic expansion of the State when oil resources begin development, Nmi, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of S~ward, that the Alaska Railroad be and is hereby requested to delay line abandonment or closure of the Seward dock until such time as an answer on the proposed construction of oil related developments is forthcoming from appropriate officials. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Se~mrd, Alaska, this 9th day of July, 1971. ~~ ~::" c r son Mayor ATTEST: Attached to and made a part of the minutes of the Seward City counCil"L' i<. VOL l~_Page Hi I) . . ~,' I\.. ' ) James R. FilIp, CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA City Clerk-Treasurer l RESOLUTION NO. 880 I A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ElECTORS OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, THE QUESTION OF 1m'HER ILl( a) (1) OF THE CITY CHAR'IER SHOULD BE AMENDED TO CORREcr A REFERENCE THEREIN. THE CITY OF SEWARD RESOLVES: Section 1. That the City Charter of the City of Seward be amended by amending Section ll.l(a)(l). Section 2. That the following proposition be submitted to the qualified electors of the City of Seward at the regular municipal election in October, 1973, with a majority of those electors qualified and voting in favor of each proposition being required for the approval of each proposition: PROPOSITION 2 Shall the City Charter of the City of Seward be amended by changing the designation "Section lO.3(b)" to "Section lO.3(a)". Section 3. That the foregoing proposition shall be printed in full on a ballot, along with whatever other Charter below or next to each proposition as appropriate and next to a square provided for marking the ballot: I FOR THE PROPOSITION YES NO PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day of July, 1973. Mayor FIRST READING: SECOND READING: AIXlPI'ION: AYES: I NOES: APPROVED AS TO FORM: ABSENT : HUGHES, THORSNESS, IJJVJE, GANTZ & CLARD, A'ITORNEYS ATIEST: for the City of Seward By City Clerk Kenneth P. Jacobus I I I ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNC~/ ) ~ ~ VOL 16- Page ll3 A . ~ ames R. Filip, CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA I / City Clerk-Treasurer ~../' RESOLUTION NO. 881 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, THE QUESTION OF WHETHER ~10.3 OF THE CITY CHARTER SHOULD BE AMENDED TO BRING IT INTO CONFORMITY WITH THE PRESENT STATUTES OF THE STATE OF ALASKA AND CURRENT DECISIONS OF THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT. THE CITY OF SEWARD RESOLVES: Section 1. That the City Charter of the City of Seward be amended by amending Section 10.3. Section 2. That the following proposition be submitted to the qualified electors of the City of Seward at the regular municipal election in October, 1973, with a majority of those electors qualified and voting in favor of each proposition being required for approval of each proposition: PROPOSITION 1 Shall the City Charter of the City of Seward be amended by amending Section 10.3 to read as follows: Section 10.3. (a) To be eligible to vote at any city election, a person must be a United States citizen who is qualified to vote in state elections, who has been a resident of the city for at least thirty days immediately preceding the election, who is registered to vote in state elections, and who is not disquali- fied from voting under Article V of the state constitution. (b) The Council shall provide in the code for absentee voting by registered electors who are infirm or ill or who will be out of the city for the entire time that the polls are open on election day. (c) The Council shall provide in the code for the purity of elections and the prevention of fraudulent voting. Section 3. That the foregoing proposition shall be printed in full on a ballot, along with whatever other Charter amendments may be proposed, and the following words shall be added below or next to each proposition as appropriate and next to a square provided for marking the ballot: FOR THE PROPOSITION YES D NO D ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL~' . / /: . VOL 16- Page 1, /. 6'.'. / /c, ,/ 'James R. Filip, i City Clerk-Treasurer PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this day of July, 1973. I Mayor FIRST READING: SECOND READING: ADOPTION: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ATTEST: City Clerk I APPROVED AS TO FORM: HUGHES, THORSNESS, LOWE, GANTZ & CLARK, Attorneys for the City of Seward By Kenneth P. Jacobus I -2- , I I I ~ , . . ATTACHED TO AND :LADE A PART OF TliE XINUTES OF TEE SE:JARD CITY I COUNC;'1L " VOL 16.. page. 18/7~' /~/ .' ':l4:rvf I ( .' . James R. Fi ip, , City Cler~-Treasurer CITY OF SEWARD. ALASKA RESOLL'" ION NO. 882 I I \_/ RESOLUTION APPHOVnJG ;JID PROVIDIlJG I.OP. TilE EXECUTION OF A" 1\r.1El<DATOl:Y CONTHl\C'l' l~lliNDING LOJlJ; AND CAPI'fi\L GH;\l:T CONTRi\CT NO. f2 - 2 I AU'l'1I0RI Z IlJG TilE ACCEP'l'l>l-iCE OF A m;r::D TO TIlE CITY OF _~( ""' M-() AS SUCCESSOR IU n;TEP.r.S'~ COVERING UlJSOLD LA1lDS ACQUIRED IN PIWJECT Ufl;".,' u,.,;..,I- t.-l'AND PROVIDING FOR i\. POS"CLOSl:OUT HARI<ETING PROGRAl-l WHElU;AS, under Title I of the Housing Act of 1949, as amended, the United States of 1\mcrica ("Government") tendered to the Alas}:a State lIouGing l\uthority ("Locell Public .\genc'.!") 11 Loan and Capital Grant Contract, pursuant to which the Government extended certain Federal Financial l\ssistance to the Local Public l\gency in connec- tion with the Urban Rerewal Project described therein; and \'llIERl:AS, all Urball Rene\-lal Project activi ti.es and Urban Renewal Plan objectives and rE'C}uircr.lf~nts as contem!llated by the Loan and Capital Grant Contract and as called for in the Urba.n Ren0'dal Flun, have been successfully accomplished, completed and carried cut, except for the sale and redevelopment of Project Land held by the l.ocal Public Agency for private redevelopment; and WJlEI~r:)\S, purGuant to Section 106 (i) of Title I of the !Iousin'J Act of 1949, as amended, the Government hils determined with respect to the Urban Rene'wal Project that the Local Public II<Jency docs not expect to be w)le in the reasonably near future, due to circumstances beyond its control, to dispose of the remaining unsold project land and that all other projec~ activities are completed except local grant-in-aid activities desi'Jl1ated in the third provisio to Section 110(:1) under the cOIJdi tions speci fied therein,. and that a closeout of the Urban r'0nm.;al Project \"ould be in the financial interest of the Federal Govcrnr.ent; and I"llIr.m:AS, pursuunt to the said detemination by the Government under Scction 106(i) of 'l'itle I of the llou::;ing Act of 1949, as amended, the GovcrnJ:1cn t ha5 tendered to the Local Public l.gency and the City of ').{;..v ,\-iL,) a proposed JlJnendatary Contract pursuant to \'lhich the Governf-lent \'.'ould extend an Ei'c}:' Closeout Grant, in addition to the CiJ.Pital Grant other\lise payav.l.e, ot C,'l('-:'C\.1Y. i.:ll of the estim.:ltcd disposi t.10n proceeds of the remaini 11<J unsold lane! and an additional Capital Grant to pay the remaining three-fourths of the estimated d~sposition proceeds of said unsold land in order to facilitate the early closeout of the Urbun Renewal Project; and HlIl:HEI\S, tUldcr said proposed i\mcndatory Contract the Local Public l.gency is required, umong other things, to transfer the rOl.laining unsold land and any earnest money contracts and earnest money held in connection \'lith said land to the City of as the Local Public l.gency I ~ successor in interest; and \'lHERI.:AS, under AS 18.55.720 the Local Public l\gency is empmlored to delegate to the City certain pm/ers or functions of urban renewal, including the disposition or sale of urban rene\-lal property, and the Ci ty is err:po\-lCred to pc r form said pm:ers or functions; and \'lIIEHEl\S, umk.r said. proposed ]\r,lcndatory Contract, Section 1 OG (i) of 'l'itle I of the Bousin<J ;'ct of 1~49, af> amended, and the rules <''1,1 regulatio:1s of the Dcp<1rtl.l~nt of lIou~ing and Urban Devclopr.lent, t~c City <\s Uw Lac;]l P,.:l.Jlic l\C]ency's snr;cessor in interest Hill be r~quir. cl to t..::e cert.ain i:lctions Hi th respect to the unGolc1 project: land, C,JU'1cst I,~cnr,y C0:1t'c.ct:; and earnest money on suid land, ~ ..g('''-'';r:_9rt4 ;,'rr~IL-n"':.:"~r~:'t. -M~~~'a1ii_6" ~n."".JA. ...._~,,:__J, ~nd variotl~) oth,cr records, files .. .' d"'~"~ to De tra.n::;[crrcd to the City by the Local Public Agency; and ~ r-"\"'""~ ,. I I I ~ ATTACdED TO A~D ~DE A PART OF TEE ~INU~~~ OF TyE' ~u u SE\I'ARD CITY COU!1CYL /I ~ VOL 16- pas;e, IB I'~ " /~?V'i ;(" , ifille's R. Fili, , ~ . , City Clerk-Treasueer \'lllLl\l:I,~;, the city has g~v<:r, due considcratiorYt.o saiu prol'(Jc;ec1 Amenuatory Contract: N{)\~, 'l'iil:HEFORE, 13[; IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of the City of -;":_I\.f)J~ fA \..J": AS FOLLO\'I~: SECTIO:J 1. The pending prc,posed l\,mcndatory Contr act Dy--a'nd---among the ;\laska State Housing Authori tj (' LOCi'll Pw)lic Agency"), the cily of Si..'^' -..1\.,', ~:'.-.th,,^("City"), ilnd tij(' United States of i'\Derica ("Governl7lcnt'U), i\mending Loan ond Cupi tal Grant Contract rio. ('_-c...\ dated the t~J... davof r.- u- '_, ;:;' \ (as heretofore amended), is hE:;"'reby in all respects approved '. ' ?~.C'r~s~:,-2.. The :Iayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the 2\nendatory Contract in t\'IO counterparts on beho.lf of the City, and the City C:Lerk is hereby Cluthorized and directed to impress and atL,::;t the or;:icial seal of the City on each such counterpart Clnd to fOD'aru such countcrpar-t:-; to the Departrlent of Housing and UrDan ;)cvclo!H;:cnt, for C}:ccution on behalf of the Govcrnnent, to']cther \ii th such other dOCUlccnts relatincJ to the i1pproval und e__:ecution of suc:. countcrpi1rts as mi1Y be required by the Governmcmt. SLC'l'Iu:: 3. '1'he Deed conveying the u:1Gold project land to the City, ii's--U.c--Local <'ublic 1\goncy r s successor in in terest, \'.'hich Deed is in the forn as SJlO\vTl in .r:xhibit "i\" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all legal purposes, is hereby in all respects approved and accepted. SECl'IO:; 4. 'i'he Local Public Agency hereby delegates to the City such pO',:ers "m: functions under Title }\S 18.S5.4CO-930 as are necessClry ar:'; i:1cic1cnto.l to proper and expc<1.i tious di~;poc;ition of propertj' ",",;,veyed by Deed described in ~;ection 3 aLeNe. Sl:C';"IlU 5. '~':lC! City hereby approves and acce?ts the tran:::,fer fron tll-e--;;oc~T PuJ..lic l,gcncy to the City, as its successor in interest, of sucl. of the ;",ocal PuLlic hgency records, files, escrO'.'1 deposits, and iJll other U()CUT:1cnts or accounts of record held by the Local Pul)l~c: "',<]enc)/ <is r:lay be necessary and incidental to the orderly wineLI.,] Ui) ,:md terminCltion of J',<]onc:l activitic, and 110reby appoints and directs the City Clerk to administer and o'.'crSC0 :';.J.me. Sl:Ci'lO:, 6. Ihth respect to the unsold project land lhe City shall i)i.lr's'\.:.l" 'CJ -1'05 tc 1 oseou t l;,~\rl:e tin'} proSr LIT1, acceptable to the DcpLlrL::cnt of :icJusing alld lJrLan Devclopnent, which progrmn shall provide tor: (1) SCJ.liannual on-::.;itc rcviel,' of the renu.ining unsold land \Iith personnel of the DeparbTCcnt of Housing and Urban Development. (2) Submission to the Department of !lousing and UrLan Devclopnent of a sel:\iannual report which shall identify by reuse: (a) All po.rcels conveyed and prices received during the reporting period. (b) 1111 parcels under contract of sale and the contrilct rr~cc. (c) hll parcels not yet sold with an estim~te of value for Ouch. 2 ,'\ CITY COUNCIL //) ,^, 16- Page 1~ . ;1(' . <'. f~ MiJ ,/y;~ ~- ,/ , James R. Fi1~D, ~ '_____' Citv Clerk-Treasurer ATTACHED TO AND HADE A PART OF TuE :lINUTES OF THE SE~vARD VOL I I I ~ (3) Steps to overCOI'1C an;' obstacles that J:1a~' e:-:ist tc, t:,c sale of the l'e 113. i ning lan;l and attel~Fts to dispose:: or such land within the next G-mo:lth period. (4) llaint<'nzmce of propcl.t:y in presenta!..:le cO;Hliti(J;] tc promote i t~; S:l}(:. (5) Dispo~.:.1. of all renJi:,.ing land in <lCCcnJil:lc,:, Hi t:l outstcmding Departr:cnt of I10usinrJ and Urban Deve] G!JT"ent l"n,l r:1vr!:cting requirunents in effect during the period in which any sales arc [1~dc. SECTIOU 7. C ,N, ,"",,\:,,!",;':f"~., r. ~,l., ~ , or his succe:;SGr, Is-'herel..;:-y a:ll'oihtec1 ant! LJirccted to supervise the c.:.isposC\l of the land, maintain all recorcs related thereto, and be fCl,;niliar Hi th the ilpprOj1ri.ate operiltin(; requirements of the l~epartncnt of Housing and Ul';)an L1cvelopl'1<.;nt. ~;l;CTIO:l 8. This l~c~;olution shall take effect immetliatcl~'. PASSED AND APPROVED hy the Common CH.lllciJ of the Ci.ly of S'h'(\l.':, i\laskd, this lhth day of .July, [Vi'3. R. F. Richardson, Mayor ,\ j 'I ~:S'l : -Y:--l"-L'~-R -~l .-.\' I' ',., .' ;, Ci t \ Clvrf< -Trl'ilsul'cr <.. ~..~ -"I l.:"i:Il'~!<~..." ......;.......~.~: ...... ".'j"t" Jo; """:.. .......:;~. ~ 40:.....~... "s'", ~'.'!;"""';'~'~ ".~,I( ,:jJ." ....(',("., \..-~~,:.~ ~,-:Ij:'. ....,.~ 3 I I I Page 19 Volume 16 lU incineration, is $1 million dollars approximately. The Federal share is es- timated to be 75%, the State is estimated at 12~% and the City share at 12~% or $125,000.00. (5) Report was opened to general questions by the public. No one present desired to be heard. Mr. Smith requested that the Hearing be closed. Mayor Richardson closed the Public Hearing. Mr. Vic Summers, 606 3rd Avenue, stated he opened a business in a residential area unaware that it wasn't corrmerically zoned. Neighbors complained the very first day that the store was devaluing their property. "I'm asking permission to operate my store for six weeks until I can move into a corrmerical zone." No action was taken by Council. Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Clmr. McCloud inquired about the status of the Jap Creek water project. It was reported that the project was still in the study stage. (2) Clmr. Hulm reported on the Planning and Zoning Commission's action on the proposed Jesse Lee rezoning and its rate of absenteeism as a Commission. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr.McCloud, rmved to approve the proposed Jesse Lee rezoning as re- quested by the City Engineer on behalf of the municipality and recorrmended the Borough also act affirmatively when the item comes before them on August 7th. Motion passed with Clmr. McAnerney voting "no." (3) Clmr. Vincent expressed his concern for not approving any sewage treatment plan which would require that residents shut off their water instead of allowing it to circulate during the winter rmnths. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: None Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Vincent reported on the activities of the Borough Assembly. Sales tax collection from Seward for the rmnths of April, May and June amounted to $36,000.00. Item 11 - Adjournment: Clmr. McCloud moved to adjourn, Mayor Richardson ad- journed the meeting at 9:35 P.M. </lrAA ~~ lu ,1.JO<l54- Burton W. Baugh (;7 Acting City Manager ~' ~. i ..~, . ~~e!t-t.~~-v~ - R. F. 'Rlchardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the Comnon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for August 28, 1973, was called to order by !VByor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - T'he opening ceremony was led by Clmr. McAnerney Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmr's McAnerney, Vincent, Hulm, McCloud. Clmr's Hill and Crisp were absent. Item 4 - City Managers Report: Acting City Manager, Burton W. Baugh re- ported that the Eureka was on the beach and not expected to be any further trouble. He also reported that the City Engineer's were working on the dump permit, that no reports of theft from the float sys":em or the boats in the harbor were received during the Salmon Derby and he added his thanks to all City Employee's during the absence of City Manager, James R. Filip. Item 5 - Comminications: (1) Letter dated July 26, 1973, from Office of the Governor reporting on the State's reasons for selling the M/V WICKERSHAM, signed William A. Egan, Governor. Item 6 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Enp;ineering-Science of Alaska presented a request for approval of an Infiltration/Inflow Analysis in connection with the proposed Sewage Treatment Plant proj ect. Clmr. IlJcAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the authorization of the study as presented. Motion passed with Clmr. Vincent voting "no." (2) Request from Warren L. Gibbs and Robert A. Bottcher to transfer the lease of Robert Carr dba Seafair fv1arine. Clmr. McAnerney, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to approve the transfer as requested, subject to approval of the City Attorney. Motion pas- sed unanimously. (3) Roy Starr explained the idea behind Nordic Fisheries and their proposal to utilize a portion of Tracts 3 and 4, Seward Waterfront Tracts for a fish plant. I tern 7 - Council Discussion: (1) CIInr. McAnerney reported that August 28th "j I \ _u Page 20 VolUllle 16 was Founder's Day, that dogs were rwming loose in the city, that visitor's cormning through the airport were treated rudely by representatives of Harbor Air Service, that more garbage cans were needed along the waterfront, and that the City should take affirnative action with regard to the American Bicenten- nial celebration. (2) Clmr. Vincent asked the Mayor if he was meeting repre- sentatives of El Paso Natural Gas as Mayor or as private citizen. Mayor Rich- ardson replied that he had entertained Mr. Woodruff, El Paso's Alaska Manager, and that Mr. Woodruff was noncormnittal except to say that this site was acces- sible by road, rail and air. My contract was only out of common courtesy, added the Mayor. (3) Clmr. HulIn reported he was in favor of action being taken to demolish the old Catholic Church and that an amendment to the City Code to per- mit shooting at the rifle range be prepared. (4) Clmr. McCloud suggested that the microwave towers from Anchorage to Seward would possibly offer an alter- native to our television problem and asked if any action had been taken on the First Lake Park project. (5) Mayor Richardson reported that two moose calves are alive and doing well in Obihiro. The two calves will be formally presented to the City of Obihiro when the Mayor visits Japan next month. Item 8 - Resolution, Ordinances and other Action items: Acting City Manager, Baugh reported that the City Attorney had advised waiting on the passage of the ordinance prohibiting toplessness in liquor establishments until the City of Anchorage had tested their ordinance. Clmr. McAnerney gave her opinion that this ordinance was discriminatory since it did not include males in its cover- age. Clmr. HulIn agreed that the proposed ordinance should be broadened, but asked that the Acting City Manager call Fairbanks to find out what difficulty, if any, they have had in working with this ordinance. Item 9 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. HulIn reported on the action taken by the Borough Assembly on August 7th. The Assembly approved investigation of the existing sales tax ordinance to make it more equitable. The Jesse Lee Home rezoning request was unanimously adopted. The Dickegraeff rezoning of a portion of the Folz Subdivision was also approved. Item 10 - Adjournment: Clmr. McAnerney moved to adjourn, Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting at 9:27 P.M. ~~w. IJQ,Irh. urton W. Baugh 7-- Acting City Manager '7:'''??(;/4~, . - / R. F.- ichardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 10, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the CO!ll!JK)n Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for September 10, 1973 was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony was led by Clmr. HulIn Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor Richardson, Clmr's HulIn, McCloud, Crisp, McAnerney and Vincent. Clmr. Hill arrived late. Item 4 - City Managers Report: The City Manager reported that represen- tatives of the Economic Development Administration would be in Seward to- morrow (9/11/73) to hold a pre-application conference regarding the City's proposed Water System Improvement project. Members of Council were invited to attend and a copy of the proposal was distributed to them. Item 5 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 8/25/73 from Kanai Fishing Co. Ltd., reportin~ that the Stone Lantern would be arriving in Seward during the middle of the month as a gift. Signed Shunichi Kanai, President. (2) Letter dated 9/5/73 from The Alaska Railroad suggesting an exchange of use permits for two parcels in the vicinity of the Small Boat Harbor to provide better land utilization for the Railroad and the City. Signed D. L. Allen, Assistant General Manager. The item was referred to the Harbor and Planning and Zoning Cormnissions for recommendation and comment. Item 6 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: Mr. Dean Hickox, Seward Council on Alcoholish, presented the results of the recent Drug Use and Abuse Assessment Survey. The Survey generally indicated a "hear-say knowledge of drug use" but did identify a serious local problem concerning the use of al- cohol. Mr. Hickox reported that the local findings would be forwarded to the I I I Page 21 Volume 16 21 State for inclusion in a statewide report on the same topic. Item 7 - Council Discussion: (1) The following items were brought to the at- tention of the City Manager: (a) Long-term trailer parking at the Tessoro S- ervice Station; (b) Current status of the Deem's lease of only vacant lot re- maining in the Marina Subdivision; (c) Operation of the Boat Lift outside the vicinity of the Small Boat Harbor (referred to Harbor Commission for recommen- dation); (d) Operation of vehicles with faclty mufflers and equipment by the public; and (5) The proposal for a fish processing plant in the vicinity of the 4th Avenue Dock was generally discussed regarding the possible odors which may emanate from such a facility. (2) The Council agreed to hold a joint work session with the Harbor and Planning and Zoning Commissions following the October election and scheduled a Work Session for themselves on Monday, September 17, 1973, at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Chambers. Item 8 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: None Item 9 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. HulIn reported that the Borough Assembly had held a meeting in Soldonta on September 4th and briefly reported on items receiving Assembly action. Item 10 - Adjournment: Clmr. McCloud moved to adjourn, Mayor Richardson adjourned the meeting at 8:54 P.M. ~/!. -p~/ ,James R. Filip ~ (9ity Clerk-Treasurer ~/, " do - . ~--d-~..-...- .~ .. ichardson Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 24, 1973 Item 1- The Regular meeting of the COYl1l1'Dn Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for September 24, 1973 was called to order by Vice-Mayor Lee McAnerney, McAnerney, at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Vice-Mayor Lee McAnerney, Clmr's HulIn, McCloud, Vincent, Hill, and Jr. Myr. Whitmore. Mayor Richardson and Clmr Crisp were absent. Item 4 - Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to apDrove the minutes as presented for July 16th, July 23rd, August 28th, and September 10th, 1973. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - City Managers Report: The City Manager requested Council approval to add item 9-5 to the agenda "Bid award - Pick-up truck and Station wagon" (no Objection) and reported that if Council had no objection the Special Meeting to canvass election results would be held orl Wednesday, October 3rd, at 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers. No objection. Item 6 - Communications: (1) Letter from Mrs. Chester D. Thorne indicating the need for a community recreation center and asking for action "now". Signed Mrs. Chester D. Thorne. (2) Letter dated 9/19/73 from New Seward Hotel and Gift Shop reporting that room occupancy has fallen to ten or less and asking for water rate reduction beginning October 1st, 1973. Signed Gene Bradley. Discussion followed and it was aclmowledged to be an administrative decision. (3) Letter dated 9/20/73 from Polar Exchange indicating interest in establi.shing a summer camper trailer park with utility hookups on City property in the vicinity of the Small Boat Harbor. Signed Warren L. Gibbs and Robert A. Bottcher. (4) Letter dated 9/24/73 from Peninsula Junior Horsemen's Association requesting the use of the Jesse Lee Baseball Diamond for horsemanship activities. Signed Dan Seavey, Advisor. No action taken pending information regarding sale of the property to Last Frontier, Inc. (5) Letter dated 9/24/73 from Alaska Skill Center indicating willingness to construct an ice skating rink for the community and Skill Center students if the City was willing to include the rink on its liability insurance program 0) 0) ...,..., Page 22 Volume 16 Signed Ardell Filip, Recreation Director. Council had no objection. Item 7 - Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearing: (1) Mr. Doug Cappra an- nounced that the Seward Jaycee's were planning to hold an Apple Butter Week sale and asked for permission to go door-to-door in the community at this time. Council had no objection. (2) Mr. Hans Hafemeister stated he had changed his opinion regarding the Boat Lift and indicated he was now in favor of its use throughout the community as needed. Mr. Hafemeister also announ- ced he thought it was a waste of time and degrading to the City Council to discuss Ordinance No. 395 (Regulation of attire in public places). (3) ~. Wayne Heinbaugh complained that the City was trying to "drown" him and wanted fill brought back to his alley between 5th and 6th North of JVJadison. The Public Works Foreman reported that Heinbaugh had refused permission to construct a drainage ditch through two vacant lots from the alley to 6th Avenue and that runoff was being redirected around this area in the best way possible. ( 4) Mrs. Willard Dunham vocalized her support for liberalized use of the Boat Lift. (5) Mr. Robert A. Bottcher voiced his support for proposed Ordinance No. 395 on this evening's agenda. Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent reported on the solid waste problem facing the Peninsula cities when the Borough was proposing to operate dumps in areas outside cities. Vincent indicated he thought tax forgiveness or a tax rebate would be in order for cities already providing and charging for this service. Mr. Herman Leirer, the City's garbage contractor, reported that he and other garbage contractors would be holding a meeting later this month regarding the problem. No action was taken. (2) Vice-JVJayor McAnerney reported that the City had been requested to make a proposal regarding the observance of the Bicentennial. A brief discussion was held and the following proposals were to be drafted into a single application administratively: a. Auditorium (multi-purpose), b. Meeting rooms (offices), c. Museum, d. Library, e. 200 seat Little Theatre, and f. Kitchen. Mrs. Errrrnitt Hill asked if the City had selected a location? The answer was "no." Mrs. Virginia Darlinp; said it should be located near the downtown area. Mr. Hans Hafemeister offered $100.00 to- ward the project. Mr. Robert A. Bottcher offered $200.00 and Mrs. Willard Dunham offered to donate any revenues derived from the Revenue Sharing ad's which appear in the Seward Phoenix Log. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: Resolution No. 883 (see attached), a Resolution authorizing filing of application with the Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, United States of America, for a grant and/or loan under terms of public law 89-136 as amended. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 883. Pas- sed unanimously. (2) Resolution No. 884 (see attached) a Resolution of the City of Seward, Alaska approving and providing for the execution of an amendatory contract amending loan and capital grant contract No. Alaska R-21(C) (LG) autho- rizing the acceptance of a deed to the City of Seward as successor in interest covering unsold lands acquired in Project Alaska R-21 and providing for a post- closeout marketing program. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to read Resolution No. 884 by title only. Passed unanimously. Resolution No. 884 was read by title only. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 884. Passed unanimously. (3) Resolution No. SS5 (see attached) a Resolution providing for the lease of Lot 14, Seward Small Boat Harbor Industrial Subdivision to Seward Fisheries. The City JV!anager recommended that the lease be approved at 7.5cl; per square foot per year. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve the City JV!anager's recommendation and set the lease fee at 7.5cl; per square foot per year. Passed unanimously. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the Resolution No. 885. t'assed unanllTIOUSl.Y. (4) Ord- lnance No. jY~, (see attaChed) an urdlnance of the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, amending Section 15-25 of the Seward City Code regulating the attire of persons in public places. Clmr. Hulm stated that some establishments are a disgrace and should be outlawed. That so-called "entertainment" started out as topless, advanced to bottomless and will move on to public fornication. He added the time to stop it is right now. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Vincent moved to approve Ordinance No. 395 on first reading and to advance it to second reading. Clmr's McCloud, Hill and Vice-JVJayor McAnerney voted "no." Clmr's Hulm and Vincent voted "yes". Motion failed. Clmr. Hulm asked that his vote be changed to "no" (no objection from Council) and moved for reconsideration at the next meeting. The motion was seconded by Clmr. McCloud. (5) The City JV!an- ager read the bids for the vehicles from Alaska Sales and Service: Truck $4,949- 00, Station Wagon $4,044.00. Bay City Motors bid: Truck $5,070.95, Station Wagon $4,140.00. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. McCloud moved to reject the City JVJanager' s recommendation to accept the low bid and to award the bid to the local vendor, Bay City Motors. Clmr. Hill asked for and received permission to I I "'" ATTAC:'.:t::JJ TO AND 11A1);: A PART OF TI::';::; LIEl'TES OF TflS ~E\vAR.D CITY>.ooUN.'~IJ~ , YOJ..' 10 - I7lj.g'El:2----::;) ./ ';7;v~~ / (~. .;amcs l.~. Filip, ~;\"''''''' C:..ty Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SEWARD. ALASKA ORDINANCE NO. 395 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD. ALASKA. AMENDING SECTION 15-25 OF THE SEWARD CITY CODE RELATING TO REGULATING THE ATTIRE OF PERSONS IN PUBLIC PLACES. THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS: Section 1. That Section 15-25 is hereby amended by adding subsection (g). No person who owns. operates or is employed by an owner or operator of a place open to the public shall emp:oy or permit any person to appear in or remain upon the premises while such person is unclothed. or in such attire. costume or clothing as to expose to public view any portion of the female breast below the top of the areola or of any portion of the pubic hair. pubic hair area. anus. cleft of the buttocks. vulva or genitals. Section 2. That this ordinance takes effect immediately upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward. Alaska. this day of . 1973. MAYOR FIRST READING: SECOND READING: AD0PTION: AYES: NOES: AbSENT: ATTEST: A H",UVEL AS TO FORM: City Clerk By us CITY OF SEWARD. ALASKA RESOWI'ION NO. 883 , . THEAWARD ~G~)L ~~6~~F:~~ I City Clerk-Treasurer I I . ./ ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF A RESOWTION AUI'HORIZING FILING OF APPLICATION WITH THE ECONCMrC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION, U.S. DEPARrMEm' OF COMMERCE. UNI'lED STATES OF AMERICA. FOR A GRANT AND/OR !.DAN UNDER THE TERMS OF PUBLIC LAW 89-136 AS AMENDED I WHEREAS. under the terms of Public law 89-136 as anended. the United States of America has authorized the naking of gr>ants and/or loans to public .ood1es and private or public nonprofit organizations or associations to aid in fi- nancing the construction of specific public proJects: Now Therefore, Be It Resolved By the COll'llOn Council of the City of Seward, Alaska 1. '!hat Mayor R. F. Richardson is hereby authorized to execute and file an application on behaJ.f of '!he City of Seward. Alaska with the Economic Dev- elopm:lnt Advinistration. U.S. Department of Conmerce. for a grant and/or loan to aid in financing the conetruction of water system inproven2nts COllpOS~ of a well and a reservoir. 2. 'That James R. Filip, City Manager, is hereby authorized and directed to f'urn1sh such infoI'llRtion as the Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Comnerce. my reasonably request in connection with the appli- cation which is herein authorized to be filed. and is also authorized to accept an offer of grent 10 behalf of the City. I PASSED AND APPROVED by the Conrnon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 24th day of September. 1973 / -., . :-:---<..---y <~... < c'/:; . _';< ,~/(J ~.j1 J I "); ,_//' /, I' j--''--\-J.../~~ / R. F. Rfchardson. Mayor ATlEST: I I I ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SE2w." ARD Ce~O~ IL VOL 1~6 - / I '. - '\ .' ~/ ,- - /~s . F lip, ~r City Clerk-Treasurer RESOLUTION OF TIlE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, APPROVINC, AND PROVIDING FOR THE EXECUTION OF AN A~IENDATORY CONTRACT MIENDINC, LOAN AND CAPITAL GRANT CONTRACT NO. ALASKA R-2lrC)(LG) AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED TO THE CITY OF SEWARD AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST COVERINC, UNSOLD LANDS ACQUIRED IN PROJECT ALASKA R-21 AND PROVIDING FOR A POSTCLOSEOUT ~'ARKETING PROGRMI RESOLUTION NO. 884 WHEREAS, under Title I of the Hous ing Act of 1949, as amended, the Uni ted States of America ("Government") tendered to the Alaska State Housing Authority ("Local Public Agency") a Loan and Capital Grant Contract, pursuant to which the c'overnment extended certain Federal Financial Assistance to the Local Public Agency in connection with the Urban Renewal Project described therein; and WHEREAS, all Urban Renewal Project activities and Urban Renewal Plan objectives and requirements as contemplated by the Loan and Capital Grant Contract and as called for in the Urban Renewal Plan, have been successfully accomplished, completed and carried out, except for the sale and redevelopment of Project Land held by the Local Public Agency for private redevelopment; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section lOfi(i) of Title I of the Housing Act of lQ4C), as amended, the Government has determined with respect to the Urban Renewal Project that the Local Public Agency does not expect to be able in the reasonably near future, due to circumstances beyond its control, to dispose of the remaining unsold project land and that all other project activities are completed except local grant-in-aid activities designated in the third provis to Section 110(d) under the conditions specified therein, and that a closeout of the Urban Renewal Project would be in the financial interest of the Federal Government; and WHEREAS. pursu'l/l t to the said determination oy the Government under Section lOfi(i) of Title I of the Housing Act of 1949, as amended, the Government has tendered to the Local Puhlic Agency and the City of Seward a proposed Amendatory Contract pursuant to which the Government would extend an Early Closeout Grant, in addition to the Capital Grant otherldse payable, of one-fourth of the estimated disposi t i on proceeds of the remaining unso 1 d land ane! an addi tiona 1 Capita 1 Grant to pay the remaining three-fourths of the estimated disposition proceeds of said unsold land in order to facilitate the early closeout of the Urban Renewal Project; and WHEREAS, under said proposed Amendatory Contract the Local Public Agency shall, among other things, transfer the remaining unsold land to the City of Seward, as the Local Public Agency's successor in interest; and WHEREAS, under AS lR.SS.nn the Local Public Agency is empowered to delegate to the City certain powers or functions of uroan renewal, including the disposition or sale of urban renewal property, and the City is empowered to perform said powers or functions; and WHEREAS, under said proposed Amendatory Contract, Section 106(i) of Title I of the Housing Act of 1~4c), as amended, and the rules and regulations of the Department of Housing and Urhan Development, the City as the Local Puhlic Agency's successor in interest will be required to tRke certain actions with respect to the unso ld proj ect land. and various other records and fi les to be transferred to the Ci ty by the Local Public Agency; and WHEREAS, the City has given due consideration to said proposed Amendatory Contract: .......-'-. . """-~....,,.......- 00ll_.~ .''*'' ..... -,--...w. I I I ATTACHED TO AND NADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF TIlEl~~~ :~lt~70.IL ~:m/( I(~\ 7 , 4ames R. Fi ip, . . City Clerk-Treasurer NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the City Council of the City of Seward AS FOLLONS: SECTION 1. The pending proposed Fourth Amendatory Contract by and among the Alaska State Ilousing Authority ("Local Public Agency"), the City of Seward ("City"), and the United States of America ("Government"), Amending Loan and Capital Grant Contract No. ALASKA R-2l(C)(LG) dated the 31st day of August, 1964 (as heretofore amended), is hereby in all respects approved. SECTION 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Amendatory Contract in two counterparts on behalf of the City, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to impress and attest the official seal of the City on each such counterpart and to forward such counterparts to the Department of !lousing and Urban Development, for execution on behalf of the Government, together with such other documents relating to the approval and execution of such counterparts as may be required by the Government. SECTION 3. The Deed conveying the unsold project land to the City, as the Local Public Agency's successor in interest, which Deed is in the form as shown in Exhibi t "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for a 11 legal purposes, is hereby in all respects approved and accepted. SECTION 4. The City hereby approves and accepts the transfer from the Local Public Agency to the City, as its successor in interest, of such of the Local Public Agency records, files, escrow deposits, and all other documents or accounts of record held by the Local Public Agency as may be necessary and incidental to the orderly winding up and termination of Agency activities and hereby appoints and directs the City Clerk to administer and oversee same. SECTION S. a. With respect to the unsold project land, the City shall pursue a postcloseout marketing program, acceptable to the Department of Housing and Urban Develop- ment, to dispose of it as rapidly as possible under the circumstances, which program shall provide for: (1) Semi-annual on-site review with IUD personnel of the remaining unsold land. (2) Submission to !IUD of a semi-annual report which shall identify by reuse: (a) All parcels conveyed and prices received during the reporting period. (b) All parcels under contract of sale and the contract price. (c) All parcels not yet sold with an estimate of value for each. (3) Steps to be taken during the next 6-month period to dispose of any remaining land and to overcome any obstacles that exist. (4) ~laintenance of property in presentable condition to promote its sale. HUD concurrence in all interim uses of the property is required. (5) Disposal of all remaining land in accordance with outstanding HUD land marketing requirements in effect during the period in which any sales are made. (6) James R. Filip, City ~lanager, is hereby appointed and directed to supervise the disposal of the land, maintain all records related thereto, be familiar with the appropriate operating requirements of the Department of !lousing and Urban Development as exist from time to time. -2- '. ' ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF TYE MINUTES OF T"E 51Th'ARD Cl'N COi.:KCIL Y9L 16/- / P A~ :~~:' /,' ~ ,-;t--J--7~ ( ....--(<. ,Y7 .'tarres R. iilip ;'7, City C1erk-Tre~surer SECTION 6. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. Passed and approved by tn.e Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this day of , 1073. I CITY OF SEWARD" ALASKA I I R. F. Richardson Mayor ATTEST: -'\ ,) , / " , , /' (' ~j 4-/"'-') / ,.' / .Ii-mes R. Filip' -::r City Clerk-Treasurer II ,I , ,. ~ :-i I": n j -3- , : "'''1.~"7:;: . '. ATTAG:-:.::::D TO AND Y..ADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE. ~.;) WARD CIr~O. ~.IL 'V<)ll 16 -j" AGE ....,--n.. ." / \ -c ,'4-~k' ../"', '/ r - ~. , , ~es . F1 1p, v City Clerk-Treasurer CITY OF SEWARD. ALASKA RESOLUTION NO. 885 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE LEASE OF LOT 14. SEWARD SMALL BOAT HARBOR INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION TO SEWARD FISHERIES. I WHEREAS. the Seward City Council finds that the lease of Lot 14. Seward Small Boat Harbor Industrial Subdivision. from the City of Seward to Seward Fisheries is in the public interest. and that the public interest will not be served by an appraisal of this property. and the offering of this property for lease at public auction or by sealed bid. The reason for this is that the fish processing industry in the City of Seward is to be encouraged. and the lease of this property to Seward Fisheries will do just that. THEREFORE. THE CITY OF SEWARD RESOLVES. that the City Manager is authorized and directed to negotiate the lease of Lot l4 in the Seward Small Boat Harbor Industrial Subdivision to Seward Fisheries at a rental of not less than 7~ Cents per square foot per year. the terms and conditions to be similar to those under which Seward Fisheries has already leased property from the City and in such form as is satisfactory to the City Attorney. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward. Alaska. this 24th day of September, 1973. I , _:: ~--' _/_':,~~ ' ~> )1 L.__"'' ,I, -7.:..~ ( i : /' MAYOR - --- ----- ,..' AYES: McCloud, Bu]m, Vincpnt, Hill ;:Jnd Mcl';naerney NOES: N-O-N-E ABSENT: Hichardson and CrisD APPROVED AS TO FORM: HUGHES. GANTZ & for the THORSNESS, LOWE. CLARK, Attorneys ty of Seward ~~ enneth P. J::~ I By ATJ'ACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE/~vARD CITY/?O ClL VoLUME 16 - e~ ~. , ./ James R. Filip, } City Clerk-Treasurer THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUnON';.NO. 836 I WHEREAS, the Honorable William A. Egan, Governor of Alaska, has proposed legislation of a statewide pro- perty tax on oil related properties, and WHEREAS, it appears that such legislation, if enacted by the State Legislature, will cause the taxing p~r8 of local governments to be reduced with a direct and unavoidable loss of revenue, and \'JHEREAS, this loss of revenue comes at a time when it will be vital to provide additional services to ease the burdens directly caused by oil related develop- ments witllin the State, and I WHEREAS, local units of government which cannot raise needed revenues from taxation face utter dependence upon the State of Alaska with a commensurate loss of municipal authority, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward. Alaska, that the Honorable William A. Egan, Governor of Alaska, be and is hereby requested to amend any proposed legislation which would infringe upon or deduct in any manner any revenues which present- ly accrue to local governmental units, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Council hereby endorses and supports Kenai Peninsula Borough Resolution No. 73- 62. Effective upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska. this 8th day of October, 1971. !"'........ 'T. <C"~~~ Lee McAnerney Mayor I I Page 23 Volwne 16 ") .) ~,) abstain from the vote. Motion passed unanimously. Item 10 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr Vincent reported that the Borough Assembly had approved the expenditure of funds to add personnel to the Borough Tax Assessor's office. Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough will discuss the local Roads and Trails program in order to set priorities. Item II - Adj ournment : Clmr. McCloud moved to adj ourn. Vice-JVJayor McAnerney adjourned the meeting at 10:01 P.M. /\ JJ ;// ~ /C-.-iV/'f- / J es R. Filip ,--City Clerk-Treasurer I.. ~......~ Lee McAnerney Vice-JVJayor SPECIAL MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, 1973 Item 1 - The Special meeting of the Common Council Jf the City of Seward, Alaska for October 3, 1973 was called to order by Vice-Mayor McAnerney at 4:24 P.M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony was led by Clmr. Hill. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Vice-JVJayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Hill, McCloud and Vincent. Absent were JVJayor Richardson, Clmrs. Hulm and Crisp. Item 4 - Canvass of the ballots of the October 2, 1973, General and Special Municipal election was undertaken by the City Council. Voting materials for Precinct 1 were presented to the Council and the votes cast verified for each candidate and proposition. Voting materials for Precinct 2 were presented and likewise examined. The three challenged ballots were presented. The City VBnager reported that the ballots were challenged because the voters were not registered on the local precinct lists, that he had determined two voters were however registered in other areas and had lived in Seward for the required period of thirty days before the election. Clmr. Vincent, sec- onded by Clmr. McCloud moved to accept the challenged ballots from Joan Specking and Irene Ross and to reject the ballot of Paul Andersen. Passed unanimously. The fifteen absentee ballots were presented and accepted by the Council. The two accepted challenged ballots were added to this group for counting purposes The indentification envelopes were opened and discarded and the unmarked en- velopes containing the ballots were shuffled and then opened. The Vice-Mayor and Clmr. McCloud opened the folded ballots and proceeded to count the General election ballots. The Special election ballots were counted. The tabulation of votes were as follows: Precinct Precinct Absentee & No.1 No.2 Challenged Total General Election - Mayor Lee McAnerney 115 146 9 270 R. F. "Bob" Richardson 60 73 7 140 Oscar Watsjold 0 1 0 1 General Election - Councilmember G. James Dague 105 132 14 251 Byrl A. Getman 56 63 2 121 Daniel F. "Dan" Greer 51 65 1 117 I Robert J. Lutz 64 103 II 178 Donald L. McCloud 93 106 3 202 Richard A. Neve' 125 171 II 307 Lee McAnerney (write in) 0 1 0 1 Joe Carter (\'irite in) 0 1 0 1 Special Election proposition #1 Yes 137 158 14 309 No 33 52 2 87 Special Election proposition #2 Yes 106 127 14 247 No 47 60 1 108 14 Page 24 Volume 16 The vote count was tallied and checked by the Council for accuracy. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to accept the findings of the Canvass Board as reflected above and to declare Candidate Lee McAnerney JVJayor.-elect and Candidates G. James Dague, Donald L. McCloud and Richard A. Neve' Council- members-elect. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - Adjournment: Clmr. McCloud moved to adjourn. a~ourned the mee~~ at 5:03 P.M. () i.f! k~ /( --f /'- James R. FiliP'~ l3Jty Clerk-Treasurer Vice-Mayor McAnerney J..w ~.~~ Lee McAnerney, Vice-JVJayor REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 8, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for October 8, 1973, was called to order by Mayor Richardson at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McAnerney. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor Richardson, Clmrs. McAnerney, Hill, Vincent, Hulm, McCloud, and Jr. JVJayor Whitmore. Clmr. Crisp was absent. Item 4 - The following corrections were noted in the Minutes: (1) Page 22, Item 8, Line lO "delete "grafted," insert "drafted" (2) page 32, item 3, line 2 "Clmr's Hulm absence is excused." (3) Page 23, Item 4, Paragraph 2, "delete G. James Dague and line totals and insert Lee McAnerney and line totals." Page 23, Item 4, Paragraph 3 "delete Lee McAnerney and line totals and insert G. James Dague and line totals." Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve the Minutes for September 24th and October 3rd, 1973 as corrected. Passed un- animously. Item 5 - M3.yor's Report: M3.yor Richardson reported on his recent visit to Japan to the Council indicating that the two moose calves were doing well. He added that he had enjoyed his two years as M3.yor and said he would be willing to work for the community in the future. JVJayor Richardson called JVJarvin Viale to the front of the audience and presented him with a plaque commemorating twenty years service with the City of Seward. Item 6 - JVJayor-elect Lee McAnerney was sworn in as M3.yor of the City by the City JVJanager and presented with her certificate of election by M3.yor Richardson. Item 7 - Councilmembers-elect A. Neve' were sworn in by the election by Mayor Richardson. G. James Dague, Donald L. McCloud and Richard City M3.nager and presented with certificates of Jr. JVJayor Whitmore was also sworn in at this time. Item 8 - Roll Call: Roll was called and those present were: JVJayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Dague, Neve, Hill, Vincent, Hulm, McCloud, and Jr. JVJayor Arden Whitmore. Item 9 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 9/12/73 from State Division of Lands reporting that Mr. E. W. Hundley had applied for a Tidelands lease in the vicinity of the Alaska Freight Lines Dock. Signed Tom Hawkins, Water Resources Assistant. (Council had no objection.) (2) Letter dated 10/2/73 from Dept. of Housing and Urban Development reporting that Alaska R-21 project documents and files were being readied for transfer to the City. Signed N. Baxter Jenkins, Area Counsel. (3) Letter from Kenai Peninsula Borough dated 10/5/73 reporting on transfer of solid waste powers from the City to the Borough. Signed Ben T. Delahay, Borough Attorney. - (No action taken.) (4) Copy of a letter dated 10/5/73 from Kenai Peninsula Borough to Senator Bob Palmer regarding oil property taxation by the State and objecting to possible loss of revenue from affected municipalities. Signed Stanley F. Thompson, Borough Mayor. Item 10 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: Mr. Hans Hafemeister voiced respect for former Mayor Richardson and welcomed Lee McAnerney as the first duly elected woman M3.yor of Seward. Item 11 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: Resolution No. 886, I I I Page 25 Volume 16 ..., - -' ) (see attached) a Resolution regarding proposed State Legislation affecting taxation of oil properties. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve Resolution No. 886. Passed unanimously. (2) Ordinance No. 395 (see page 22), ,in Ordinance regulating attire of persons in public places.Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to table Ordinance No. 395 until the next Special or General Election. Passed unanimously. (3) Clmr. Neve', seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to appoint Clmrs. Hulm and McCloud as the City's representatives to the Kenai Borough Assembly. lYJayor McAnerney asked for and received unanimous ap- proval of the appointments. (4) The City JVhnager introduced approval of a plat of Tracts AlA and A2A, Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision Addition No.1. Council re- viewed the plat. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve the plat as presented. Passed unanimously. (5) Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve agenda modification to include a final Citizen's Discussion or public input period at the end of the agenda. Passed unanimously. Item 12 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Neve' expressed interest in the Chugach electric contract negotiation and indicated concern for a rapid solution to our power problems. (2) Clmr. McCloud reported on the need for better signing of the cross streets as they intersect with Third Avenue. (3) Clmr. McCloud asked when utility deposit accounts would be refunded (no time ',vas given.) (4) Clmrs. Dague and Neve' expressed their pleasure to serve on the Council and indicated a sincere desire to work on City business. Item 13 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported on the Special Assembly meeting on October 4th and action taken by the Assembly in protesting the Governor's proposed tax levy on oil related properties. Item 14 - Adj ournment : Clmr. tq, meeting at) 9:04y:1)Y.' . /' \>' ,Yfr~ /... ~__, I ,. James R. F'ilip, I P l City Clerk-Treasurer McCloud moved to Adj ourn. JVJayor flJcAnerney adj ourned A.u.A.&cG.4UI' .." Lee McAnerney, JVJayor REGULAR POSTPONED MEETING OF OCTOBER 29, 1973 Item 1 - The Postponed Meeting of October 29, 1973 of the Common Council of the City of Seward Alaska was called to order by JVJayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm. Item 3 - Roll was called and those McCloud, Dague, Neve' and Vincent. was absent. present were JVJayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Hulm, Clmr. Hill arrived late. Jr. lYJayor Whitmore Item 4 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough Assembly had acknowledged the Borough Financial Report which indicated revenues were $4,341,385.00 for the year ended 6/30/73 and up 2% from the preceeding fiscal year. Item 5 - City f1lnager's Report & Communications: (1) The City Manager requested and Council had no objection, to adding the following items to the agenda: 8-3: Approval of Liquor License Transfer for Solly's Liquor Store from Urie to McDaniel; 8-4: Approval of Liquor License Renewal for Seward Trading Company, Inc.; 8-5: Approval of Application for permit for Authorized Games of Chance and Skill by Seward Women's Bowling Association; 8-6: Resolution No. 887, a Resolution author- izing signatures for City accounts; and at the request of the JVJayor; 8-7: Appointment of Vice-lYJayor. (2) Letter dated 10/26/73 from Charles E. Fultz requesting per- mission to use the City Council Chambers on Sunday's for religious services. Signed Charles E. Fultz. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to authorize the requested use for a perlod not to exceed 90-days. Passed unanimously. (3) Letter dated 10/2/73 from Engineering-Science of Alaska transmitting copies of the Seward Infiltration/Inflow Analysis. Signed John E. Connell, Project Manager. (4) Letter dated 10/16/73 to Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission from Hewitt V. Lounsbury & Associates requesting the rezoning of Tracts A-IA and A-2A, Jesse Lee Heights Subdivision Addition No.1 from R-3 (Multi-farnily residential) to C-L (limited commercial.) Signed City of Seward by Loren H. Lounsbury, P. E. (5) Letter dated 10/26/73 from Standard Oil Company of California advising initiation of a MANDATORY OJ ( , """' I Page 26 Volume 16 ALLOCATION PROGRAM FOR mDDLE DISTILLATE FUELS. Signed W. W. Cole, Product Supply Coordinator. (6) Letter dated 10/27/73 from Economic Development Administration requesting Council reaction to the proposal of adding water meters to the proposed water project with EDA providing 80% of the funds. Signed Clyde S. Courtnage, Economic Development Representative. (No action taken pending a work session on this topic.) Item 6 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: Mr. Ralph Dickinson, Mt. McKinley Bus Lines, informed the Council that he was applying for Federal grant and loan funds to help continue the bus operations of his company and asked for Council support in this effort. Council endorsed the proposal and requested the Administration to prepare a Resolution for presentation at the next regular meeting. Item 7 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent questioned the rezoning proposal for the Jesse Lee properties and it was decided to hold a Work Session on Wednesday, November 14th, at 6:00 P.M., with a representative of Last Frontier, Inc., to dis- cuss the matter and the company's plans. (2) Clmr. McCloud reported on the need for "Children Playing" signs in the alley behind the Tot Lot. (3) Clmr. Vincent questioned the present City practice of allowing the use of City equipment for non-city purposes. The City M3nager explained that this was done on a irregular basis and generally not unless other sources were unavailable. Item 8 - Resolutions, Ordinances and Other Action Items: Clmr. Hill arrives at this time. (l) Approval of LB.E.W. Agreement for the period 9/1/73 through 10/31/75. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to table this item until the next regular meeting. Motion passed with Clmr. Hulm voting "no." (2) Presentation of Accountant's Report for the year ended June 30, 1973. Mr. Dave Hewco, Johnson and M:Jrgan, presented a brief report on the Report indicating that there were no irregularities and the operations of the City are fairly presented. (3) Approval of Liquor License Trans- fer for Solly's Lounge from Urie to McDaniel. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the transfer. Passed unanimously. (4) Approval of Renewal of Li uor License for Seward Trading Co. Inc. Clmr. McCloud seconded b Clmr. Neve' moved to approve the renewal. Passed unanimously. 5 Approval of application for permit for Authorized Games of Chance and Skill by Seward Women's Bowling Association. Clmr. McCloud seconded by Clmr. Da e moved to a prove the a plication. Passed unanimously. Resolution No. 7 see attached, a Resolution authorizing sig- natures for city bank accounts. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to ap-_ prove Resolution No. 887. Passed unanimously. (7) Appointment of Vice-JVJayor: Clmr. Neve was nominated. Clmr. Dague was nominated but declined the nomination. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to appoint Clmr. Neve' as Vice-JVJayor. Motion passed with Clmr. Neve' Abstaining. Item 9 - Citizens Discussion: None McCloud moved to adj ourn. JVJayor McAnerney adj ourned L..6 ~'(;~~.' ., Lee McAnerney, JVJayor REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEJVIBER 12, 1973 Item 1 - The regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska for November 12, 1973 was called to order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent. Item 3 - Roll was called and those McCloud, Hulm, Dague, Hill and Jr. absence. present were: JVJayor Whitmore. JVJayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Vincent, Clmr. Neve' had an excused Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm Seconded b Clmr. McCloud moved to a rove the Minutes as re- sented for October th and October 29th, 1973. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: (1) Clmr. McCloud reported the Borough Assembly had approved an Ordinance providing $600,000.00 for Capital Improvements, had granted a recount to candidate Glud in the recent School Board election (Abra- hamson was declared the official winner following the canvass and recount,) and ap- proved reconstruction of the Homer Hockey Rink along with A $500.00 appropriation , - THE ClTf OF SEWARD. ALASKA Rl!'8JLUl'ION ll'l. 887 BE IT RESOLVED, that all Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby resoWed. and BE IT FUR'mER REroLVED. that any tl<<> of the .following signatures shall appear on all checks. drafts, rotes, or orders drawn ~t the below captioned accounts Ii ~~ tv: d~9~ on W. Baugh. r:/' Controller 'J' ISI Lee McAnerney Lee ~erney. Mayor Accounts: 1. City of Seward - General Fum 2. - 1962 Series Water Department Bond Reserve &: Redemption loot. 3. - 1953 Series Water Department Bond Reserve &: Red~lon Acct. 4. - Electric Department Bond Reserve &: Rederrption Account. 5. - 1965 General CJll1(gl.tion street ~vement Boro and Interest &nld.ng Fund Account. 6. - 1967 Smll Boat Harbor Itq:lrovement General Obligation Bond and Interest S1nking Fund Account national Bank of Alaska. Anch.>rage.) 'Ibis Resolution shall be effective on October 29. 1973. Passed and approved by the City COuncil of the City of Seward. Alaska. this 29th day of October, 1973. J IS/ Lee McAnerney ~ r-tlAnerney. r-tiyor ATI'EST: . p, City Clerk-Treasurer , , / Received by First ltitlona1 Bink of Anchorage, Seward B!'anch. trr1s November 1973. By: Title: Received by the ltitional Bank of Alaska. Anclx>:rage, Alaska. this November 1973. By: Tit~: day of day of I I I Page 27 Volwne 16 ~7 for a Soldotna Rink. (2) Clmr. Hulm reported the Boroug;h Assessed Valuation was $298.6 millions. Item 6 - City Manager's Report and Communications: (1) The City Manager reported that he had attended the Alaska MlLl'1icipal League Conference in Fairbanks the prece- eding week and noted that Nlayor NlcAnernev had been elected to a two vear term on the League Board of Directors. (2) Letter dated 11/12/73 from City Express ob- jecting to the proposed support of loan and grant (subsidy) funds for Mt. McKinley Bus Lines. Signed Joanne C. Hoogland. (3) Letter dated 11/5/73 from Ely, Guess & Rudd advising they have accepted the Parsons vs. City of Seward case and would appreciate any information the City might have in connection with the incident. Signed Richard W. Garnett III. Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) n1ayor McAnerney opened the Public Hearing for persons wishing to speak regarding voluntary contributions for local television service. ~. Wayne Heinbaugh objected to the placement of the TV contribution on City utility bills. Mrs. Pat Williams indicated she agreed with Heinbaugh but sees many who would be deprived without TV and thus would like to try it anyway. Mrs. Bea Davis agrees with 1VJ:rs. Williams. ~s. Jl'Jargaret Ander- son favored the assessment but was against municipal involvement in the project. Mrs. Norma Weaver favored the assessment proDosal. r1rs. Carol Bennie favored the assessment for "good" TV. Mr. Louis Hasty stated he was against City involvement, that the City should stay out of TV. Mrs. Winnie Leirer stated she was glad to pay for TV and added that it was an honor for the City to do this work since if they didn't, who would. N[r. Norman 1,-Jagr:r;v reported he had spoken to residents in the Moose Pass area and those he snoke with were in favor of supportinro; the TV system. No one else present wished to be heard on this topic and JVJayor McAnerney closed the Public Hearing. (2) ~1rs. Pat Williams stated that the Resolution re- garding Mt. McKinley Bus Lines should be studied before adoption. (3) Mrs. Bea Davis reported her dissatisfaction with the City in allowing the dwelling at 606 Third Avenue to be occupied without water. Council indicated it vias an adminis- trative matter at this point. Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Hill inquired about the trailer at 7th and Jefferson and was informed the unit was there during the rebuilding of the dwelling under a building permit. (2) Clmr. Vincent stated he sUDPorted Mrs. Davis' comp- laint. (3) Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough Assembly had discussed Resolution No. 73-59 regarding the closure of the cow moose season on the Peninsula and asked City support of a similar measure. Clmr. Dague stated that he would like more in- formation on the subject and following discussion it was ag;reed to invite a repres- entative from the Denartment of Fish and Game to present their views on the subject. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Actions Hems: (l) Resolution No. 888 (see attached) a Resolution authorizing collection for television on City utility bills. Clmr. ~1cCloud, seconded bv Clmr. Hill, moved to approve Resolution No. 888. Passed unanimously. (2) Resolution No. dd9 (see attached) a Resolution approving the Accoill1tants' Report for the vear ended June 30, 1973. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve Resolution No. 889. Passed lLl'1animously. (3) Res- olution IJo. d90 ( see attached) a Resolution support Lng motor coach services nrovided by Mt. McKinley Bus Lines. Clmr. Dague, seconded bv Clmr. 1VJcCloud, moved to table Resolution No. 890. Passed unanimously. (4) Approval of International Brother- hood of Electrical '/'lorkers Agreement for the period 9/1/73 thrOUfl',h 10/31/75. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the ap;reement. Passed u,"1animously. Item 10 - Citizens' Discussion: '1rs. Pat Williams asked that special consideration be given to keeping the street li8~ts on if at all possible so as to discourage crime and increase safety in the commlLl'1ity. Item II - Adjournment: Clmr. Hill moved to ad.journ. the meeting at 8:54 P.M. Mayor McAnerney adjourned L....",~ "." " Lee McAnernev, J lV!ayor ")~ "",,c Page 28 Volume 16 REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 26, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for November 26, 1973, was called to order by Vice-Mayor Neve' at 7:30 P.M. Item 2 - The opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Vice-JVJayor Neve', Clmrs. Vincent, McCloud, Hulm, Dague, Hill and Jr. JVJayor Whitmore. JVJayor McAnerney's absence was excused. Item 4 - Clmr. Hill, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the Minutes for November 12, 1973, as presented. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough Assembly had tabled a Resolution which provided for contracts for disposal facil- ities and had passed Ordinances affecting tax payments received by mail and the tax due date when the date fell on a weekend or holiday. Item 6 - City Manager's Report and Communications: (1) The City Manager read a letter dated 11/19/73 from Margaret Anderson requesting cancellation of the Jesse Lee Home properties sale to Last Frontier, Inc., and the property then be subdivided and sold as residential property. Signed JVJargaret Anderson. (2) Letter dated 11/16/73 from Clary Pioneer Agency suggesting establishment of City policies requiring bonds of an appropriate type from individuals entering into contracts with the municipality. Signed Frederick D. Lammers. * The City JVJanager reported that both letters had been sent to the City Attorney for comment, but that none had been received at the time of the meeting. Vice-JVJayor Neve' noted that the re-zoning had not been approved, although approval was expected on 11/27/73 and that time allowed for a review to be conducted on the subject on December 10th. It was decided to hold a work session on the 10th at 7:00 P.M. and to follO\^l it with the regular meeting there after. (3) Letter dated ll/ 6/73 from Cook Inlet Air Resources Management District requesting submission within thirty days of a schedule of compliance with "open burning" regulations now in effect on the Kenai Peninsula. Signed Richard L. Mikkelsen, Project Engineer. The City JVJanager indicated he would request a time extension in order to formulate a proposal which the City Council could review and apDrove. (4) Letter dated 11/20/73 from U.S. Forest Service reporting that Mt. Walcott is available for use by the City as a television translator site. Signed Victor R. Lonn, Recreation and Lands 1iJanager. (5) Letter dated 1l/15/73 from Mayor of Obihiro, Hiroshi Yoshimura, reporting that three visitors from that City will be in Seward on December 18th and 19th. Signed Hiroshi Yoshimura, Mayor of Obihiro. (6) Letter dated 11/12/73 from Grinnell Fire Protection Systems Company, Inc., reporting that the sprinkler installation quotation cannot be held beyond January 1, 1974. Signed Donn Knox, Contracting Engineer. Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Presentation by Mr. LeRoux was cancelled. (2) ~. JVJarvin Weathery spoke in support of Alaska Educational Broadcasting Commission's desire to install and operate a Public Television Station in the Southcentral area of the State. He asked for future support of a Resolution which would be presented to the Council at the next me- eting. (3) Mr. Hans Hafemeister stated that the Council would face a series of extension requests from the Last Frontier people on the Jesse Lee project. He also submitted a list of questions which he hoped the Council would ask and have answered before committing the City further. (4) Mrs. JVJargaret Anderson asked if the public would be permitted to comment at the work session on December 10th. She was told discussion would probably be Dermitted. (5) Mr. Willard Dunham stated that the City should not harrass the Last Frontier people and let them develop the property on the basis the bid was asked and accepted. Dunham also pointed out that the Council should be aware of the possibility of having a Borough-wide hospital service area, that the City needs a new gym since the armory is too small for the community at the present time; that the school heat- ing systems in Seward were wasting heat. (6) Mr. He:rm3.n Leirer suggested that the Borough be made aware of the problems in Seward of compliance with Air JV!an- agement regulations regarding open burning at the dump and he also noted that Local Service Roads and Trails money was being spent for construction of dump roads which he felt violated the purpose of these funds. (7) Mrs. Anderson and 1vlrs. Pat Williams both said they favor supporting establishment of a Public Television Station in Southcentral Alaska. Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent requested administrative review and report on the establishment of a wharfage fee at the Boat Harbor and asked that the report be prepared within 30-days. (2) Vice-JVJayor Neve' indicated that the City was facing a series of monumental problems which will require work ses- ATrACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE ARD CI2Y C UNCIL y, LUME 16 - ge ~ TEE CITY OF J s R. i{iP~ ity Clerk-Treasurer RESOLUTION NO. 888 I WHEREAS. The City of Seward. Alaska, owns and operates a television translator serving the residents of the municipality; ~~d WHEREAS. this public service must rely on voluntary contributions f~c~ &rca residents; and WHEREAS. it is in the public interest to permit volun- tary contributions to be received for this purpose in connection ~;ith the monthly bills rendered to customers by the Public Utility; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Se~ard, Alaska,that the City Manager is authorized and directed to place an additional charge of $2.00 per utility account on each bill rendered by the Pu~lic Utility for th~ purpose of establishing a fund for th~ cc~tinuation of tel~7ision service to Seward nnd sur:Lc~mding areas if feasible. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certain exemptions or ex- clusions will be permitted as follows: Exemption A - GoverP~ent Utility Accounts* E:-rel:lption B - Non-users* Exclusion C - Reasonable Cause* *~~tarized certificate required in each ~ut~orized or requested Exemption or Exclusion. I BE IT FUf,TBER RESOL~ZD that municipal records kept in conjunction ~]itb t~:i_3 sel.-vice shall be public records open to ins;;ec~:.i::;n d'.lI:i.ne regular business hours by any individC'..!al ,:,ithcut be:tng required to give a rea- son for Luch ins~cctica. , This Resolution tnkcs effect imnediate1y upon passage and apprc7al. PASSED A!:n L??r~8VED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alacka. t~i3 12th d~y of November, 1973. AT'l'ES T : , . i , b \\,\. Lee MC~~~~~I Mayor ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE ~1JINUTES OF THE ~ARD CITY /Gf}UNCIL (fvtU]VIEA 16 l~ag~e. ~.~. ti~iP, ALAS ~ity Clerk-Treasurer THE CITY OF SE\-JARD, RESOLUTION NO. 889 I WHEREAS, the Accountants' Report with Financial Statements and Supplementary Data for the Fiscal Year ended June 3~, 1973, has been presented to and reviewed by the Common Council of the City of Seward. Alaska, and WHEREAS, the overall financial position of the Municipality is fairly reflected in this report, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the Accountant's Report is hereby accepted and approved as submitted. This Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward. Alaska, this 12th day of November, 1973. t~~ \~~~~~~~ Mayor I A'!1EST: ~r(~ a es . Fi~i ity C1erk-Tresurer . e THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUrION NO. 890 WHEREAS. the City of Seward desires to see motor coach service continued along the Seward Highway between the cities of Anchorage and Seward with stops at intermediate points. and WHEREAS, the continued growth and development of any area is enhanced by the operation of daily motor coach service to and from the area, and WHEREAS. the residents along the Seward Highway require transportation from time to time which cannot be provided by any other means. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the COtIIl1on Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, that recognition of Mt. McKinley Bus Lines in connection with motor coach services to the City of Seward and the Kenai Peninsula be granted from the United States Depart- ment of Transportation and the Alaska Transportation Commission in the form of loan and grant funds or in operating authority as outlined herein. This Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 12th day of November, 1973. ---- """'.,....~. T' A""-',,,., -1;::"1" i'"~.,.. ~. t'l" v ~. iL;, 'c:., (;~'\ to' :, ;.: :J ~' ',' ~ , ",'" ~ . r' .. \ ", ",,', ',t.; ~~--o.(>/ J"d.. .~,,;.'~....~:/)' Lee McAnerney Mayor I A~'r'b "'~-'''''''' """"'.' '~.'C-" " -;;" /-, "".:" ,,", 1/\ ;,~ ", i '" ,. \ ."'j i" \'\ \j'-/ ~;; i,' r.1 t '.1 F\4 Jame8 R. F"i-flp ,..~"^ .,.......:>' City Clerk-Treasurer I I I Page 29 Volume 16 \'>q -' ssions and the full attention of the COlL"lcil. He noted that funds were not readily available to do all that was required but eXDected to set priorities and work for their resolution one by one. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the application for liquor license by B. P . 0.. Elks #1773. Passed unanimously. ( 2) Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve test borings for pending City Works projects as suggested by Engineering-Science of Alaska with Alaska Testlab preforming the work. Motion passed with Clmr. Vincent voting "no." (3) Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm moved to approve the proposal from Polar Exchange to provide improved camper parking spaces at the Small Boat Harbor. It was noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Harbor Commission and the Sewird Chamber of Commerce were opposed to this proposal. Motion failed unaniI!1ously. Item 10 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Nlr. Willard DunhaJ!1 pointed out that the Jr. Mayor hadn't been called upon to speak and Vice-Mayo~ Neve' apologized, then ext- ended the opportunity. The Jr. Mayor had no comment. Item II - Adj ournment : Clmr. Hill moved to adj ourn. Vice-NJayor Neve' adj ourned the meeting at 10:38 P.M. Richard A. Neve', Vice-Mayor REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 10, 1973 Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for December 10, 1973, was called to order by Mayor ~cAnerney at 7:37 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hill. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were JVJayor' McAnerney, Clmrs. Hill, Hulm, Vincent, Dague, Neve', and McCloud. Jr. JVJayor Whitmore was absent. Item 4 - Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to approve the Minutes for November 26, 1973, as presented. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - Report of the BorouP-h Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough As- sembly approved the rezoning of the Jesse Lee Home pr'operty and approved appro- priation of funds to hire a Borough Engineer. Clrnr. Hulm also reported on the apparent friction between representatives of Soldotna and Kenai over proposed High School construction projects. Hulm noted he was in favor of swirnrning po- ols for all Borough schools. Item 6 - City Manager's Report and Communications: The City JV!anager received approval to add item 9-3(c), Approval of Liquor License renewal for the Harbor Dinner Club to the agenda. (2) Letter dated 12/5/73 from Legion and Pioneer Cab Company's requesting rate increase approval signed E. Ernest Estel and John W. Hoogland. (No objection.) (3) Letter dated 11/29/73 from State Dept. of Community and Regional Affairs informing the municipality that its share under the Revenue Sharing Program for the year ending 6/30/74 is $68,150.00. Signed Byron I. Mallott, Commissioner. (4) Letter dated 11/28/73 from State Department of Environmental Conservation informing the City that its dump was in violation of State regulations and establishing a deadline date of June 1,- 1974. Signed Keith Kelton, Solid Waste Program Coordinator. (5) letter from R. W. Beck and Associates dated 12/7/73, outlining preliminary work on the City's Purchased Power Contract. Signed Francis E. Berdan, Supervising Engineer. (A work session with Beck representatives and Chugach Electric IqaS tentatively set for January 7,1974.) (6) Letter dated 11/6/73 from Bayside Apartments requesting water rate adjustments for unoccupied units and for the tenant laun- dry. Signed Warren and Wanda Gibbs, Managers. The City JVJanager reported that the laundry charge could be removed if the laundry is not used by non-tenants and no advertising was made. He added that an adjustment for unoccupied units could not be made since the utilities are paid by the company but suggested a water meter would be a possible solution. Item 7 -- Citizen's Discussion and Public Hearings: (l) Public Hearin(': - Pro- >)u t) Page 30 Volume 16 posed lease of a tract of land Northwest of Lot 32, JVJarathon Addition to Frank Ruks and Dale R. Lindsey. JVJayor McAnerney opened the Public Hearing - Pro- being no one present who desired to be heard, the Public Hearing was closed. (2) Public Hearing - Proposed Lease of Lot 14, Seward Industrial Park, to Seward Fisheries. JVJayor McAnerney opened the Public Hearing. There being no one pre- sent who desired to be heard, the Public Hearing was closed. (3) Mrs. Bea Davis thanked the City Manager for responding promptly to her earlier complaint re- garding neighbors without sewer or water service. (4) Mr. Keith Campbell, Seward General Hospital Administrator, reported that a joint purchasing effort by Borough hospitals has resulted in a lower bid for sprinkler work at the Hos- pital and he asked to meet with the Council at a later date to resolve the loan offered to the Hospital by the City at the request of the Hospital board. Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Hulm reported he had received com- plaints regarding snow and ice control in the downtown area. (2) Clmr. Neve' asked about the feasibility of using auxiliary police and thought this should be discussed by Council. (3) Clmr. Vincent noted the City had been working on the sidewalks and streets more actively and encouraged continuation of this effort. Clmr. Vincent also suggested that work sessions should be held even if only five members are present. Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No. 891, a Resolution supporting the establishment of a public television station in South- central Alaska. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Res- olution No. 891. Passed unanimously. (2) Resolution No. (j92, a Resolution authorizing the write-off of paid Real and Personal property taxes. Clmr. Mc- Cloud, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to approve Resolution No. 892. Passed Unanimously. (3) Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve ap- plications for renewal of liquor licenses for (a) Palace Bar and Cafe; (b) Yukon Liquor Store and (c) Harbor Dinner Club. Passed unanimously. (4) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve replacement leases for Seward Fisheries to improve management and administration. Passed unanimously. Item 10 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mr. Gerritt Hoogland asked for information on the use of a cesspool/septic tank near the road along his property on Dairy Hill (Lots 2, 3, and 4, Block 2, Cliff Addition.) He \~s told by the City Man- ager State regulations would apply and further information would be required. (2) Mr. Wayne Heinbaugh suggested sawdust for ice control. Clmr. McCloud moved to adj ourn. JVJayor McAnerney adj ourned J..... fI,&6~ .... ... a Lee McAnerney, ) JVJayor REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 14, 1974 Item 1 - The Regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for January 14, 1974, was called to order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:32 P.M. Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent. Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were JVJayer McAnerney, Clmr's McCloud, Vincent, Hill, Hulm, Neve', Dague, and Jr. JVJayor Whitmore. Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to approve the Minutes of December 10, 1973, as presented. Passed unanimously. Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough Assembly had passed Ordinances clarifying the time taxes were due, the date taxes were due when the due date fell on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, and repeal of the Inventory tax. The last item had been delayed on reconsideration but reconsideration was defeated and the OrdinaYlce approved. Ordinance 73-65, Solid Waste powers from Soldotna, Homer and Kenai, was tabled while Resolution 74-4, selecting lands at Fourth of July Creek, was adopted. Support of the All- Alaska gas pipeline was given when Resolution 74-5 was approved. Item 6 - City M'3.nagers' Report: The City JVJanager reminded Council of the work