HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974 City Council Minutes
>)u
t)
Page 30
Volume 16
posed lease of a tract of land Northwest of Lot 32, Marathon Addition to Frank
Ruks and Dale R. Lindsey. Mayor 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. Mayor 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. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
J..... fI,&6~ .... ... a
Lee McAnerney, )
Mayor
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 Mayer McAnerney, Clmr's
McCloud, Vincent, Hill, Hulm, Neve', Dague, and Jr. Mayor 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 Managers' Report: The City Manager reminded Council of the work
I
I
I
ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE S~~CITY COlJN?:+L .
, CITY OF S2!:t!A'IU) VOL 16 -- ~<3~
RBSOLU'1'IOlC NO. e9;'J ,es R. 'Fil'tP'~
{ City Clerk-Treasurer
A RESOLUTION ENDORSING nND SUPPORT~G THE RELEASE OF
RESTRICTIONS ON FUNDS FOR A PUBLIC TELEVISION STATION IH
SOU'l'HCENTRAL ALASKA.
WHEREAS, over eighty-five percent of all Americans can view
educational and public television, but only eixteen percent of
Alaskans can be so enriched:
~\HEREAS, the congress of the Unit~d states created the corp-
oration for Public Broadcasting which has become a si~nificant
element in the development of television as a public service
resource and
WHEREAS, the Alaska legislature has demonstrated its support
of educational ana public broadcasting by making appropriations
,~hich have heen expended for establishment and operation of
facilities in Fairbanks, Bethel, Kotzebue and Juneau and
~ffiEREAS, the 1972 State Legislature likewise appropriated
$556,000 for a public television station in Southcentral Alaska,
but restricted the expenditure of this money by imposing the
requirement that before any of the funds could be utilized, federal
matching funds of at least 35% would have to be obtained and
~VHERF~S, this special restriction is discriminatory against
Southcentral Alaska residents as Federal matching funds are not
available at this time for this puropse,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this body urges the
Legislature of the State of Alaska to take early action to remove
the requirement for matching federal funds so that the $556,000
appropriated, ~nd such additional funds as are necessary, can be
usef to est~blish public television in the Southcentral area to
serve the Kenai, Matanuska/Susitna, and Anchorage Boroughs which
are home for over fifty percent of all Alaskans.
PASSED AND APPROVED this lOth day of December, 1973, by the
Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska.
lA.a. .. ~ ~'IA. .. ..
Lee MCAnerne~I,'1
Mayor
Ic~rl, -Treast:rer
I
I
I
ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE lV[INUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
llOlli.'ZG~
//,-~. Fili~
c/ C:'.ty Clerk-Treasurer
THE CITY OF SEWARD. ALASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 892
WHEREAS, certain Real and Personal property taxes are still carried on
the books of the municipality, and
WHEREAS, the taxing function has been transferred to the Kenai Peninsula
Borough, and
WHEREAS, these accounts existed prior to 1964, and
WHEREAS, these taxes have been paid in full,
NOW, 'I~RE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Corrm.:m Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, that the Real and Personal property taxes carried on the books prj,or
to 1964 be written off as follows:
Real $8,788.80
Personal $5,009.66
This Resolution is effective upon passage arid aoproval.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the COlllIDn Council of the City ot Seward, Alaska,
this 10th day of December, 1973.
In t-a............
Lee Anerney, i
Mayor
ATI'EST:
I
I
I
Page 31
Volume 16
31
session scheduled for January 17th, at 1: 00 P. M., with Chug;ach Elect.ric Association
and R. W. Beck and Associates, in the Council Chambers. He also mentioned the
Extra Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, January nst, to discuss the solid
waste problem, Bi-centennial activities and tariff char~es over City Docks
and wharf. Without objection, approval of aDPlication for Authorized Games of
Chance and Skill for American Le~ion Club was added to the agenda as Item 10-8(e).
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 12/21/73 from State Planning and Re-
search ask1ng comments regarding the proposed Seward Airport runway improvement
and land acouisition. Signed Raymond W. Estess, State-Federal Coordinator.
(2) Letter dated 12/26/73 from State DeDartment of Community and Rei2;ional Af-
fairs asking if another feature than Iron Mountain could be changed to Mt. Ben-
son. Signed Byron 1. Mallott, Chairman, State Geo!';I'aphic Board (Council sug-
gested that the proposal be retained as submitted.) (3) Letter dated 12/10/73
from Economic Development Administration advising the City of an increase in
grant monies to provide water metering and read out devices. Sir,ned Cecelia
P. Galey, Chief, Public Works Division (Council suggested a Public Hearin~ on
January 28, 1974, to discuss this proposal.) (4) Request from Seward Chamber
of Commerce to construct an improved sewage dump station at the Small Boat
Harbor and offering to pay for materials used in construction. Signed Jim
1tJoern, President. Council had no objection to proceeding with the pro,ject on
that basis.
Item 8 - Council Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) 1VJr. Paul A. LeRoux,
Alaska Department of Fish and Game, discussed various aspects of the moose
management problems encountered on Kenai Peninsula. Mr. LeRoux Dointed out
that the moose range has changed character durin~ the past thirty or forty
years and the numbers of moose vary with the quality of the habitat a'1d the
hunting pressure involved. He noted that game management must be insulated
from politics, that moose hunting must be considered a recreation and not a
sustistance endeavor. Mr. LeRoux concluded his remarks by indicating that
the Department must serve all persons equall y . (2) 1VJr. Jack Werner re-
quested City Council investigation regarding possible repeal of the Bus-
iness inventory tax on items for resale. (3) Mr. Ray Hugli expressed
the same sentiment and concern as did Mr. 1Nerner and asked for reDeal of the
Business Inventory tax. ( 4) Mr. Hans Hafemeister spoke in supDort of the
creation of a tariff on fish products handled across the City wharf and noted
that the City's financial position was important to fILm and should be considered
as should the needs of the- community. (5) 'YJr. Hans Hafemeister stated he
felt the City Council was "pushinr, Dolicy matters off' onto the Administration."
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. McCloud asked for a status report on
TV contributions. The administration reported an estimate of $1,300.00 in
collections against $900.00 in previous uncompensated expenses or aDProximately
$400,00 surplus at the present time.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution
No. 893, (see attached) a Resolution sUDPorting an All-Alaska gas piDeline.
Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Neve' moved to adoDt Resolution 893, Passed
unanimously. (2) Resolution No. e94, (see attached) a Resolution aDProving
the proposed lease of a tract of' land Northwest of Lot 32, Marathon Addition
to Frank Ruks and Dale R. Lindsey. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved
to adopt Resolution No. 894. Passed unanimously. (3) Ordinance No. 396,(see
attached) an Ordinance creating section 15-7A of the Seward City Code relating
to the regulation of disorderly conduct. Clmr. McCloud moved to table Ordinance
No. 396, and without objection it was tabled. (4) C~dinance No. 397 (see
attached,) an Ordinance declaring an emergency and authorizing the immediate
execution of a lease agreement for Lots 13 and 14, Se\^Iar'd Industrial Parle Clmr.
Dague, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to adopt Ordinance No. 397. Passed unanr=--
mously. (5) Bid Award - Tires, Tubes a'1d Batteries. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
Clmr. Dague, moved to award the Tires and Tubes bid to NOrthern Commerical Co.
and the Battery bid to Marathon Fuel Serv1ce per Administrative recommendation.
Passed unanimously. (6) Bid Award - Petroleum Products - Clmr. McCloud, sec-
onded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to award the furnace 011 b1d to Harbor Fuel Co.
and other products to Sta'1dard Oil Co~anv per Administrative recommendation.
Passed unanimously. (7) Purchase Approval - Conveyor - Clmr, Dague, seconded
by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the purchase as requested by the AQministration
at a price not to exceed $2,200.00. Discussion followed and request was questioned
on the basis of need and suitability. The City ~na~~r recognized the liminations
of purchasing used equiDment and noted that wh11e the equinment had been visually
inspected, the risk of' purchase was ours. A vote was taken and it passed unan-
imously. (8) ADProval of' Applications for authorized games of Chance and Sldll
3~
Page 32
Volume 16
for: (a) Seward Chamber of Commerce, (b) Sacred Heart Parish, (c) Pioneers of
Alaska, Igloo No.9, (d) B.P.O. Elks, and (e) American Legion Club. Clmr. Dague,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the applications as submitted. Pas-
sed unanimously.
Item II - Citizens' Discussion: (1) 1Vlr. Hans Hafemeister commented about the
lack of talent represented in our city attorney, indicated he was a "boy scout"
and "a water boy for Gantz." Hafemeister suggested we investigate obtaining
another attorney, "one skilled in municipal affairs and law." Hafemeister asked
for tangible evidence we are getting what we are paying for. No action was
taken by Council.
I tern 12 - Adj ournment : Clmr. McCloud moved to Adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
the meeting at 10:41 P.M.
1M, ""~I.~
Lee McAnerney, 1
Mayor
--------------------------.----------------------------,--------------------.--.--.----------
SPECIAL ~1EETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974
Item 1 - The Special Meeting of the Common COQncil of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for January 21, 1974 was called to order bv ~vor McAnernev at 7:48 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led bv Clmr. Hulm.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mavor McAnernev, Clmr's Hul'll,
Hill, and Vincent. Clmr's Dague, McCloud, Neve' and Jr. Mavor Whitrrore had
an excused absence.
Item 4 - Clmr. Hill, seconded bV Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the Minutes for
January 14th, 1974, as presented. Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - City Manager's Report: The City Manager noted that Item 7 (1) Bi-
centennial Discussion should be added to toniv~t's agenda (no objection.)
Item 6 - CommQnications: (1) Letter dated 1/15/74 from Department of Community
and Regional Affairs reporting that the Department has determined the popUlation
of Seward to be 1,823. Signed Bvron I. Mallott, Commissioner. (2) Letter
dated 1/15/74 from the Alaska American Revolution Bicentennial Commission notify-
ing the City that the Alaska Flag Memorial Project proposal has been approved.
Signed Ed Tomco, Executive Secretary.
Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) ~1ayor McAnerney reported
briefly on the need for early planning for the Bicentennial and noted that
Founder's Day would be observed on August 28, 1978. She called upon members of
the audience to actively participate in the steering committee being formed and
several agreed to serve. During the discussion it was noted that something
should be done to improve vacant lots, remove derelict buildin!";s and keep the
community clean. (2) 1Vlr. Martin Goresen volunteered to nay for a foundation
for the Japanese Stone Lantern still in storage and suggested that it be erected
in the Harbor compound with the Anchor. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Cl'llI'. Vincent,
moved to accept the offer. Passed unanimous Iv . (3) 1Vlr. Norman \l]ap-j2",V noted
that street signs reading from all directions of approach were needed. (4)
Mr. Martin Goresen noted that it was unsafe to pile snow hiV~ at the corners
thus reducing visibilitv to motorists.
Item 8 _ Council Discussion: (1) Solid Waste Program Requirements: The Citv
Manager presented several items of co~respondence and an Engineering Report
regarding solid waste handling in Seward. The information reflected sharply
increased costs to the municipalitv for it to trv to comply with the reg-
ulations in full. Clmr. Vincent noted that full compliance is probably ruled
out by the nature of the area. Clmr. Hulm noted that allowing the Borou~1-j to
assume operation of the dump is a one way proposition and once given the power
cannot be restored to the City. Clmr. Vincent suggested that it may be time
to oppose regulations when thev require something we cannot do. Additional
discussion was to be postponed until the next meeting allowing Council to review
.1 '
A'ITACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
VOLTJlVIE 16 - PAGE 31
CI'lY OF SEWARD
RESOLUTION NO. 893
I
WHEREAS, the continued growth aid development of Alaska depends
on greater utilization of the state's resources, and
WHEREAS, many Alaskans face seasonal unemployment which would
be reduced by increasing economic activity within the state,
and
WHEREAS, the proposal to utilize a route across Canada has been
widely circulated throughout the State, and
WHEREAS, if such a proposal were to be approved it would create
much less economic stimulation within Alaska,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the
City of Seward, Alaska, that the proposal to build an All-Alaska
gas pipeline should be given priority consideration by all
Federal and State officials, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be cir-
culated to the Honorable William A. Egan, Governor of Alaska,
the Federal Power Commission and El Paso Natural Gas Company.
This Resolution is effective upon passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Cotrmon Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, this 14th day of January, 1974.
I
~ At~......
ee M erney )
Mayor
I
ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE NJINUTES OF THE SEWABD CITY COUNCIL
VOLUME 16 - PAGE 31
CITY OF SEWAItD
RESOLUTION NO. 894
WHEREAS, Frank Ruks and Dale R. Lindsey have made application
to lease a portion of real property located northwest of the
Marathon Addition, and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing has been held regarding said pro-
posal during which time no comments were made regarding the
lease,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Conunon Council of the
City of Seward, Alaska, that said lease is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution shall
be publicly posted on the bulletin board at City Hall and
at the United States Post Office as required by Section 2-84
of the Seward Code and to remain there for thirty(30) days
at which time the City Manager is authorized to execute said
lease.
This Resolution becomes effective thirty(30) days after
passage and posting.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, this 14th day of January, 1974.
ATTEST:
LM. N..~'''''''.'
Lee Mc erney ,
Mayor
_A.
ATI'ACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
VOLUME 16 - PAGE 31
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE NO. 397
I
A SPECIAL ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY AND AUTHORIZING THE IMMEDIATE
EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR LOTS 13
AND 14, SEWARD INDUSTRIAL PARK.
WHEREAS, it is in the public interest of the City of
Seward to consummate that lease for Lots 13 and 14, Seward Indus-
trial Park, between the City and Seward Fisheries, and
WHEREAS, an emergency situation exists in that Seward
Fisheries requires immediate execution of this lease in order to
complete its financing commitments and begin construction of the
improvements on these parcels.
THEREFORE, THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS:
I
Section 1. That an emergency in fact exists in accord
with Section 4.1(b) of the City Charter and Section 2-80(b)(3) of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Seward. The enactment of
this ordinance is required to alleviate this emergency, and insure
proper and timely construction of these improvements, which will
constitute a substantial addition to a substantial industry located
within the City of Seward.
Section 2. The City Manale~ is authorized aDd .i~~t"
to t.ae4iately execute the lease of Lots 13 and 14, Seward Inju.trial
Park, to Seward Fisheries, in accord with the lease fora date4 Octob.~
1, 1973, approved by the attorneys for the respective partie., and
in aenerally the same form as the standard lease of the City of
Seward properties.
Section 3. This ordinance takes effect immediately upon
passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of
Seward, Alaska, this 14th day of January, 1974.
k&. ...r.~~
I
FIRST READING: Passed and approved January 14. 1974, as an emergency
in accord with Section 2-80 of the Seward Code of
Ordinances.
ADOPTION: January 14, 1974
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Clerk
I
J
I
I
I
Page 33
Volume 16
.) .)
,) .)
the correspondence and report. (2) Dock and 1.^Jharf Tariff Proposal: Noteing
that many people present perhaps had something to say on this tODic, Mayor
McAnerney indicated she would allow public comment during Council Discussion.
Clmr. Hill noted that the tariff would De used to reDair and .inIDrove the City's
facili ties. Clmr. Hulm, after it had been brought out in discussion, thouP')1t
it would be impossible for the City to initiate charv,es of this sort if they
weren't being collected by other MuniciDalities. Cbm'. Vincent noted that we
should be concerned with the City's financial Dosition, that we "can't do some-
thing for nothing, and that we may have to raise taxes if eXDenses increase
and revenues do not." Mr. Martin Goresen stated that Sel^13I'd will lose boats if
the City imposes such a charge. Mr. Dale Lindsey inquired how the l/lOth of a
cent per pOlmd figure was arrived at. It was pointed out that this was a sug-
gested figure only and one based from the Homer experience. Lindsey indicated
he was oppm,ed to the tariff. Mr. Oscar Watsj old reDorted that the wharf was
a bargin for Seward Fisheries. Mr. 1,villard Dunham sw~gested that it would be
unwiserfor the City to impose a personalized tax on one industry. Mr. Robert
Holmstrand noted that the City had not awarded the Fisheries any tax incentives
as had other communities in order to attract industrial e;r'owth. ~'fr. Norman
Waggy noted that Singapore handled a thousand shiDS a day under complete control
and that Sel'i3rd could run its harbor the same way. He' noted also that costs
should be levied against those who use the Harbor. Mr, Dale Lindsev restated
his position in light of further discussion to Doint out that administrative
costs would take most of the tariff revenue and he was also against Harbor rev-
enues used in support of the local government effort. Mr. Pete Johnston, Seward
Fisheries, pointed out that if ~a' tariff VJere imoosed .Lt would be, (tifficult to
get fish. He added that the Dlant was still p;rowing, oDening the way for ,jobs
and an exoanded tax base. He Dointed out that the "'isheries had agreed to
reimburse the City for out of Docket eXDenses and that the $66,596.00 would
be gladly Daid back to the City over a ten-year Deriod. There beinp; no one else
present who desired to be heard, Mayor McAnernev closed Council Discussion.
Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action itans: Approval of Liquor
Licenses:' Clmr. Hill seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to aDProve aDDlications
for renewal of Liquor Licenses for (a) Solly's Lounge, (b) Tony's Bar (d)
Thorn's Sh01'i'case rDunge, ( e) Yukon Bar, (f) SolI v's Liquor Store, ( g) Tony's
Liquor Store, (i) Mini Mall. Passed unanimously. Applications for (c) Pioneer
Bar and (h) Pioneer Liquor Store were not approved pending comoliance with
State fire safety regulations.
I tern 10 - C.L tizens' Discussion: None
Clmr. Hill moved to adj ourn. Mavor ~TcAnernev adj ourned
P.M.
A...t. AL -". .14.... .
Lee N[cAnerney, l
Nlavor
REGULfu~ MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
for January 28, 1974 was called to order at 7: 31 P .r.T.
Item 2 - The Opening CereIIDny was led by Clmr. Hulm.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Clmr':3 Hulm, McCloud, Dague,
Hill, Vincent, and Jr. Mayor WhitIIDre. Mayor McAnerney and Clmr. Neve' were
absent. In the absence of Clmr. Neve' and rlJayor McAnerney, Clmr. Vincent, seconded
by Clmr. Hulm, to appoint Clmr. McCloud acting Mayor. No objection.
Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Dague, IIDved to approve the Minutes for
January 21, 1974, as presented. Passed unaDiIIDusly.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hu,lm reported the Borough As-
sembly had met on January 22nd, 1974, and had adopted Ordinances 74-2 (Compen-
sation and expense allowance for Borough Assemblymen,) 74-3 (Per diem and travel
expenses,) 74-4 (Borough holidays in conformance with State holidays) and Res-
olution 74-6 (Setting $1,750,000.00 for local effort in support of Borough Scho-
ols. )
;3 .-J-
'Page 34
Volume 16
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: The City Manager reported he had discussed the
possibility of authorizing handling of 75,000 tons of explosives at the Alaska
Railroad Dock with railroad officials and if Council had no objection he would
proceed administratively (no objection.) The City Manager requested Item 10-1
be added to the agenda: Approval of grader purchase. (No objection.)
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 1/16/74 from Division of Aviation
indicating paving of the Airport with hot mix asphalt would depend on traffic
and durability of the chip-seal surface to be placed this year. Signed Ed
Granger, Director. (2) Telegram dated 1/25/74 from National Waterways Con-
ference reporting that the Senate version of the Water Resources Development
Act omitted continued Federal responsibility for navigation features of small
boat harbors. Signed Harry Cook.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Acting Mayor McCloud
opened the public hearing on residential water meter installation. Mr. Del
Zentmire said "To meter will mean Seward will be one of the first to be re-
quired to have them. What about Homer or Anchorage? Is there a connection
between the engineer (for the City) and E.D.A.? It sounds phoney to me' Water
mains in Clearview are within 4' of the surface. We will be torn up worse
than after the earthquake. The feds do not care. You have a one man water
department now - after meters you may need three men. It also means ruptured
mains, freezing water services and many complaints. I do not feel this is
feasible. You will need to lower mains, insulate at least to the shut-off
and mabe even to the dwelling itself." Zentmire added, "You need to go fur-
ther into this. Others are getting money without meters '." Mrs. Carol Bennie:
"EDA hasn't said meters are required. I would question their need. Also you
should contact EDA about the extra costs. You should ask about the regulation
or law which requires this.''' Mr. Galen Albertson: "You will need to insulate
or lower mains. Now there is no way to thaw mains when they are frozen. The
big cost as water is shut down will be breaks. The cost estimate is way too
low." Mr. Herman Leirer: "Ninety per cent of the mains have to be lowered
to eight or nine feet at a cost of 3 or 4 million dollars. Meters at present
depths won't cut down flows since flow is needed to prevent freezing. You need
to lower mains, change the design or forget the sewage treatment plant. The
fisheries probably haven't cut water useage much. Meter or not the water will
run. More investigation is needed. You have to lower mains to at least 8'.
Insulation will not prevent freezing - it will delay it some ~ " Mr. Ray Doyle:
"The new system is needed because the sewage plant can't handle water in the
system now. In winter citizens will run water. I can't see where savings will
occur - winter or summer' We still need a means to reduce flow to the plant.
We are walking ourselves into debt. The only way to beat that is to raise taxes.
I'm leery of grants - you won't get something for nothing. It's about time
citizens of Seward made their own decisions instead of allowing federal grant
rule. I'm against metering. Mr. Wayne Heinbaugh: "I asked about a ram for
the hospital and the engineer said there would be pressure in Lowell Canyon to
put water over the top of Marathon. The only expense in a ram is its purchase
and installation. The water is good to drink, cheaper than wells or meters.
The City should look into this~" Mr. Pat Williams: "It would be wise to discuss
the need for meters' The present population will not pollute the Bay - the tides
are heavy and we have only a few people to pollute the water." Mr. Hans Hafe-
meister: "I question the agency's competency in this matter!" Mr. Del Zentmire:
"I question the accuracy of the flow in the mains to the treatment plant. The
fish reduction plant will reduce flows in the sewer. The engineer never asked
about winter water flows. How are they arriving at figures for a plant to
serve 20,000 people - it needs more study." Mr. Byrl Getman: "Our wastes
should be ahle to be treated without meters. Can the type of treatment plant
be changed? System should be able to treat water accordingly to amount of
sewage present." Mr. Herman Leirer: "You should question the current status
of sewage treatment plant regulations. They may be delayed somewhat due to
the energy crises. The coastal communities with small population near large
bodies of water are in a different position. The regulations were put up for
cities on rivers upstream from other cities. In effect there is one law for
everyone, but can't see the value of this regulation for Seward. Washington
will have to make changes and back off on stinking regulations." Clmr. Vincent
indicated he was opposed to meters and to the sewage treatment plant. Wants
the City Manager to correspond with Alaska Senators and Congressman to determine
the effect of these laws on all cities of the same size. Vincent asked how
many cities are facing the problem? He indicated a single national standard
could not be written, Seward doesn't have the money to respond and says "Uncle
Sam, do what you will!" Clmr. Dague pointed out that laws affect all cities,
that water is not free and we will need more water as Seward grows. He added
I
I
I
Page 35
q...
Volume 16 v J
that maybe there is another way. Clmr. Hulm suggested that Seward is at a
crossroads. The law has been written but is is unrealistic to proceed under
local conditions. He suggested as an alternate a larger treatment plant, a
need to control the water perhaps. He pointed out that it is a matter of engine-
ering and added that while we are thinking about acting, funds could be cut
off. The City Manager proposed to catalog the problems which face Seward,
present a rough draft at the next council meeting and submit a request to
various State and Federal agencies for help. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr.
Dague, moved to authorize the City Manager to proceed with the Catalog of
Contemporary Community Problems and distribute it to our Congressional delegates
as well as to various State and Federal agencies. Passed unanimously. There
being no one else present who desired to be heard at the Public Hearing, Acting
Mayor McCloud closed the Public Hearing. (2) Mr. Herman Leirer supported
transfer of the solid waste power to the Borough but suggested the Council
strongly recommend limiting the dumps to three or four within the Borough.
Leirer pointed out it would be cheaper to haul garbage than to operate a dump
site. He added that until the new regulations started to be enforced the City
made money with the dump. That will not continue, said Leirer. (3) A letter
from Mrs. Beverly Dunham was read by the City Manager. It contained comments
generally against water meters, asked how frozen ground was going to be used
to cover solid waste deposits and complained about the engineering advice received
from Engineering-Science of Alaska. The letter concluded with the suggestion
Seward object to these requirements from the State and Federal governments
since they lead to bankruptcy.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Dague pointed out he saw no alternative
to the Borough proposal. The solid waste program could be spread over a greater
number of citizens and result in lower overall costs than the City could do it
for. Clmr. Vincent indicated the Borough has not raised taxes in ten years. Clmr.
Hulm reported that the Borough may close the current dump site and move it to
some other location. Mr. Herman Leirer pointed out the need to keep the land
ownership but give access to the Borough as needed. Mr. Wayne Heinbaugh sug-
gested a city-owned car compactor to take care of solid waste not suitable for
the dump. Heinbaugh thought this would be a money-maker for the city! Clmr.
Vincent, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to proceed with preparation of an ord-
inance granting the solid waste power to the Borough. Passed unanimously. ( 2)
The wharf tariff proposal was discussed and it was pointed out that more infor-
mation was needed. Clmr. Hulm suggested the City Manager discuss this problem
with other manager's at the Spring meeting in Juneau and report back afterwards.
Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to table the wharf and dock tariff
proposal until March 11, 1974. Passed unanimously.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) The City Manager
presented a request for purchase authority for $15,000.00 for a 1963 Catepillar
grader. Discussion followed. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to ap-
prove the purchase as requested. Passed unanimously.
Item II - Council Discussion: (1) Mr. Hans Hafemeister reported that Homer
charged $2.00 per ton for fish handled over their dock but did not know if this
was a hoist charge or a dock charge. (2) Mr. Dan Greer asked if the Borough
would take over the Hospital? Clmr. Hulm reported, "No, action could not be
taken without City approval." (3) Mrs. Pat Williams asked if the solid waste
power could be taken back by the City if the agreement did not work out. She
was told it could not be gotten back unless the Borough wanted to give it back.
Item 12 - Adjournment: Clmr. Hill moved to adjourn. Acting Mayor McCloud
adjourned the meeting at 10:28 P.M.
Donald L. McCloud,
Acting Mayor
;3 (j
Page 36
Volume 16
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY ll, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Cormnon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
for February ll, 1974 was called to order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Neve'.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Neve',
Hulm, McCloud, Hill, Vincent, Dague, and Jr. Mayor Whitrmre.
Item 4 - With the correction of: (1) Item 5, line 2, change the word "adopted"
to "introduced." (2) In Item 8(1), line 35, change the word "1VJr." to "Mrs."
(3) In Item 3, Line 2, add the word "excused" after the word "were." Clmr. Hill,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to apDrove the r1inutes as corrected for January
28th. Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported that the Borough
Assembly had met on February 5th. No items of local interest were reported.
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: (1) The City Manager requested the addition
of Item 10-2 to the Agenda, approval of renewal of Liquor License for Dorothy's
Cocktail Lounge (no objection.) (2) The City Manager advised Council that nom-
inations for three Planning and Zoning Commission vacancies and five Harbor Com-
mission vacancies would be needed for the next Council meeting. (3) The City
Manager presented each Councilmember with a copy of the "Catalog of Contemporary
Community Problems" as compiled by his office. (4) The City Manager reviewed
pending legislation before the State Legislature. He indicated objection to SB-260
(Residential Military License Fees) and approval of: SB-297 (False Reports to
Peace Officer;) SB-296 (use of firearms during felony;) HB-505 (assisting munic-
ipalities;) HJR-68 (juries;) HJR-67 (bail;) HJR-66 (bail;) SB-307 (driving under
influence;) HB-513 (felony during release on bail); HB-512 (minimum penalties;)
HB-446 (state highway maintenance;) HB-444 (aid for polic~;) HB-437- (aid for
snow removal;) HB-426 (abandoned motor vehicles;) SB-261 (aid to local governments;)
and HCR-26 (Wickersham.) Council concurred with the administrative position pro-
posed for each item but suggested that a telegram supporting HCR-26 (WickerSham)
would be appropriate.
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 1/29/74 from City of Homer asking SUD-
port to reject Kenai Peninsula Borough Ordinance No. 74-3 (Travel and Per Diem
increases.) Signed Jack J. Greene, City Manager. Discussion followed and no
action was taken. (2) Letter dated February 4, 1974, from Engineering-Science
of Alaska advising ESA will proceed with comDletion of the "Seward Infiltration/
Inflow Analysis." Signed John E. Connell. Council requested a meeting be ar-
ranged betweem Mr. Jim Smith, ESA, to discuss the cost of proposed treatment
plant modules and estimated cost of extra chemicals to take above average flows.
The meeting was tentatively set at 7:00 P.M" on Monday, February 25,1974.
(3) LeVter dated 2/5/74 from Farmers Home Administration enclosing forms for a
Sewer and Water Loan Application and advising of a meeting date on Feb. 27th or
28th. Signed Donald N. Downing, Alaska Supervisor. (4) Letter dated 2/8/74
from Institute of Marine Sciences, University of Alaska, requesting an option
on Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision, for 90 days at the minimum
advertised price of $53,438.00 (Council had no objection.) (5) Report from
District Corps of Engineers on the Annual Inspection of the Lowell Creek Flood
Control Diversion Tunnel and suggesting repairs when conditions Dermit. Signed
D. R. Dewey, Chief, Project Operations Section. The City Manager reported that
this item had been scheduled for next year. Discussion followed. Clmr. Dague
seconded b Clmr. McCloud moved to order supplies for the work immediatel .
Passed Unanimously. Memorandum from the City Manager advising that refunds
of municipial utility deposits may be made. Council had no objection to following
the outlined procedure.
Item 8 - Council Discussion and Public Hearing: Mr. Wayne Heinbau[';h questioned
the status of the Shea Swimming Pool fund. Mayor IV!cAnerney advised Heinbaugh
to contact the Shea family.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Neve' presented a model of the proposed
Institute of Marine Sciences expansion project for Tract 1, Seward Waterfront
Tracts and Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision. Neve' explained the proposal will
consist of dock improvements to permit tie-up of three major vessels, includinE
the ferry; living accomodations for faculty and students and construction of
a research aquarium to be housed in a free-standing dome 150 feet in diameter.
Neve' asked that a letter of supnort from the Council be sent to the University's
President and later a Resolution which could be distributed to the Legislature.
I
I
I
Page 37
Volume 16
37
Council indicated agreement with Neve's request. (2) Clmr. Hill inquired about
TV. The City Manager explained that voluntary supporc; for the system was falling
off more rapidly than had been anticipated but that additional time was needed
to double check the figures. (3) Clmr. Vincent requested Council support for
HB-352 prohibiting anterless moose seasons until 1979. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
Clmr. McCloud, moved to support HB- 352 as requested. ;10tion passed with Clmr.
Dague absta:ining. (4) Clmr. Dague reported that the Forest Service will give
the city th:irty or forty picnic tables in good condition provided the city ar-
ranges transportation. (5) Clmr. Hulm reported the City should be aware of the
Park Service proposal for National Monument status for the Harding Ice Field and
should oppose the proposal. (6) CL~. McCloud inqui~ed about the status of the
City's pens:ion plan; status of employee barganing and the replacement of street
signs along Third Avenue. The City Manager reported a pension meeting was sched-
uled for Fr:iday morning with covered employee's; that the employee request for
$100.00 per month per employee in wages was being assessed in liGht of municipal
revenues; and no action had been taken with regard to street signs on Third Avenue.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No.
895, (see attached) a Resolution requesting a deed from the United States Dept.
of Transportation for the Seward port facilities. Clm'. McCloud, seconded by
Clmr. Hill, moved to approve Resolution No. 895. Passed Unanimously. (2)
Approval of renewal of Liquor License for Dorothy's Cocktail Lounge. Clmr.
Hill, seconied by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the renewal as presente~Passed
unanimously.
Item 11 - Gitizens' Discussion:
cics in game laws. He reported
proved the cow season hunts.
Oscar Watsjold objected to involvement of poli-
that the local Fish and Game Advisory Board ap-
Item 12 - Adjournment: Clmr. r,1cCloud moved to adjourn. NJayor McAnerney adjourned
the meeting at 10:40 P.M.
I,...a. At.~ 11..... 11 ,
Lee McAnerney,
~'Jayor
REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for February 25, 1974 was called to order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:34 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney, Clmr's Vincent,
McCloud, Hulm, Dague and Jr. Mayor Whitmore. Clmr 's'lill and Neve' were absent,
with the latter being excused.
Item 4 - Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve the Minutes as
presented ~)r February 11, 1974. Passed unanimously.
Item 5- Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported on legislative
action taken by the Kenai Peninsula Borough and noted the plans for the new Seward
High School with swimming pool and gymnasium would be presented during one of the
next two Borough meetings.
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: (1) The City Manager reported that a preliminary
Budget had been drafted and would be ready for a work session on the Budget with
Council on !~rch 4th. (2) The r~ager reported a copying machine had been purchased
for use by the public in the lobby of City Hall. (3) The Manager requested and
received approval to place the following items on tonight's agenda: 10-5 (Resolu-
tion No. 899, A Resolution opposing the Harding Ice Field/Kenai Fjords National
Monument proposal.) 10-6 (Appointments to Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission.)
And 10-7 (ApPOintments to Harbor Advisory Commission.)
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter received 2/13/74 from the Chugach Council
of Camp Fire Girls, Inc., requesting $1,500.00 for a summer water safety program
in Seward. Council agreed to discuss this request during Budget talks. (2) Let-
ter dated 1/15/74 from State Department of Community and Regional Affairs transmit-
-)~
VU
Page 38
Volume 16
ting a State Aid payment in the amount of $62,648.00. Signed Byron I. Mallott,
Commissioner. (3) Letter dated 2/19/74 from State Planning and Research re-
questing comments on the proposed Westside Timber Sale (State I.D. No. 74021501.)
Signed Raymond W. Estess, State-Federal Coordinator. No comments at the meeting
were made regarding this proposed sale.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: None
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent commented on the need for stricter
enforcement of parking regulations on 4th Avenue with specific attention being
paid to parkers near fire hydrants. (2) Clmr. Hulm expressed support for the fol-
lowing State Legislative items: SB-283 (G.O. Bonds for University Capital Im-
provements;) HB-427 (Guide Licensing;) HB-429 (Toilet facilities in restaurants
and taverns;) (HB-460 (Assult and Battery on Peace Officers;) HB-483 (Approving
Supervision of Neighborhood Youth Corps by Department of Community and Regional
Affairs;) HB-498 (Veteran loan requirements;) HB-501 (Municipal Elections;) and
HB-502 (State Aid to municipalities for fire protection.) Council had no objection
to supporting these items. (3) Clmr. McCloud expressed a desire to invite United
States Marshal, Robert D. Olsen to speak before the Council at some future date.
( 4) Clmr. Hulm expressed a desire to meet with Alaska Railroad General Manager
Johnston at a future meeting to discuss the railroad's role in Seward. (5) Clmr.
Dague reported that the Youth Conservation CorDs met with widespread public ac-
ceptance across the nation and was worthy of support in future years.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and Other action items: (1) Ordinance No. 398,
(see Attached,) was read in full by the City Manager. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 398 on first readin and to advance
it to second reading. Passed Unanimously. 2 Resolution No.9, see At-
tached,) a Resolution approving issuance of a Restrictive Deed for Block 29,
Original Townsite, to the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by
Clmr. Dague, moved to approve Resolution No. 898. Passed Unanimously. (3)
Resolution No. ~97 (see attached,) a Resolution endorsing House Concurrent Res-
olution No. 26 and the plan to restore the M/V Wickersham to Alaskan Service.
Clmr. McCloud seconded b Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve Resolution No. 897. Pas-
sed unanimously. Resolution No. 9 see attached, supporting the development
plans of the Institute of Marine Science in Seward. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr.
McCloud, moved to a rove Resolution No. 896. Passed Unanimously. (5) Resolution
No. 99, see attached, A Resolution opposing the Harding Ice Field/Kenai Fjords
National Monument Proposal. Clmr. Dague requested and received permission to
abstain. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve Resolution
No. 899. Motion passed with Clmr. Dague abstaining. (6) Council nominated Don-
na Kowalski, Louis Thorn, Ed Lincoln , Alvin Schmoyer, Don Mai and Richard Beis-
sner as candidates for the three Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission vacancies
each for three year terms ending February 15, 1977. Secret ballots were cast,
ties were broken, and nominee's Kowalski, Beissner, and Mai were declared elec-
ted and appointed. (7) Council nominated Terry Pollard, Byrl Getman, Leonard
Weimar, Val Anderson, Carol Bennie, Mark Walker and Linne Bardarson to fill five
vacancies on the Harbor Advisory Commission. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Mc-
Cloud, moved to appoint three members to two year terms each and two members to
one year terms each. Passed unanimously. Secret ballots were cast, ties were
broken and nominee's Pollard, Weimar and Anderson were declared elected and ap-
pointed to two year terms each ending on February 15, 1976. Nominee's Getman and
Bennie were declared elected and appointed to one year terms each ending on Feb-
ruary 15, 1975.
Item 11 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mr. Brent Whitmore inquired as to the status
of the Inventory tax question posed by business leaders at an eariler meeting. The
City Manager reported that the item had been referred to the City Attorney for hand-
ling. (2) Mr. Oscar Watsjold reported that the Forest Service would host an open
house tormorrow to discuss the proposed Chugach National Forest land Use plan and
urged everyone to attend.
Item 12 - Adjournment: Clmr. Dague moved to adjourn. Mayor McAnerney adjourned
.M.
u.. ....~~......~,
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
I
I
I
A'ITACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE\1;S~= i~~~C~CIL
;( , "^
THE CITY OF SEWARD. ~ / ames R. F~liP, '/
// City Clerk-Treasurer
RESOLUT!ON NO. 895
WHEREAS, the United States Department of Transportation
owns and operates deep water port facilities at Seward,
Alaska, and
WHEREAS, this operation is supervised locally by the
Alaska Railroad, and
WHEREAS, this supervisory function has led to the estah-
lishment of policies which have not promoted the use of
the port for all types of freight service into Alaska,
and
WHEREAS, construction of facilities in support of energy
production within Alaska will begin immediately, and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Railroad has indicated the possibili-
ty of closing the Seward port in favor of concentrating
its attention on the Whittier facility, and
WHEREAS, to actively consider such a possibility at this
point in Alaska's economic history is sheer lun8CJi and
WHEREAS, the citizens of the City of Seward wish to take
an active and dedicated part in the future development
of Southcentral Alaska,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Corrmon Council of
the City of Seward, Alaska, that the United States De-
partment of Tran~portntion is hereby requested to deed
to the City of Seward all of its right and title to the
waterfront and dock properties including all of the in-
dustrial lands not now reserved and presently used for
railroad yard purposes, and
BE rl FUR"':HER RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution
be sent to our Congressional delegation in Washington,
D. C., the Honorable Go'"en:..;;r of Alaska, and the Kenai
leninsula torvugh Assembly.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City
of Seward, Alaska, this 11th day of February, 1974.
L~ WI c CO.t\." ^"'u -<_
Lee McAnemey 1
Mayor
I
I
I
A'ITACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE S&Wj\RD CITY COUNCIL
v~ym ll?-:G~
James R. Fil~
'City Clerk-Treasurer
CITY OF SEWARD, A SKA
ORDINANCE NO. 398
AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING ALL POWERS OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD WITH RESPECT TO THE DISPOSAL OF SOLID
WASTE TO THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH.
WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough has enacted Ordi-
nance 73-41 to amend the Code of Ordinances of the Kenai Peninsula
Borough to include a new Chapter 14.10 to provide ~or the selection
and procurement of sites for solid waste disposal and to provide
for contracting for the establishment and maintenance of disposal
facilities in the areas of the Kenai Peninsula Borough lying out-
side home rule and first class cities; and
WHEREAS. pursuant to the provisions of AS 29.38.020 the
Kenai Peninsula Borough has sought to have that power transferred
from cities within the borough; and
WHEREAS. the City of Seward has the authority to transfer
this power to the Kenai Peninsula Borough under Article X. Section 13
of the Constitution of the State of Alaska.
THEREFORE, THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS:
Section 1. All of the powers of the City of Seward to
select and procure sites for solid waste disposal facilities and
to establish and maintain such disposal facilities are hereby
transferred to the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
Section 2. Title to the land presently used for the
City of Seward waste disposal site shall remain in the City of
Seward. The Kenai Peninsula Borough may continue to use this site
for solid waste disposal facilities, however. for as long as the
Kenai Peninsula Borough can satisfy the environmental quality laws,
regulations. and standards of the various governmental and regula-
tory agencies.
Section 3. This ordinance shall be effective on the
effective date of an ordinance of the Kenai Peninsula Borough
accepting the transfer of powers made herein.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of
Seward. Alaska, this day of , 1974.
FIRST READING:
SECOND READING:
ADOPTION:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
~ ..4.~~ 1
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
HUGHES, THORSNESS. LOWE,
GANTZ & CLARK, Attorneys
for the City of Seward
By J ~Q~~
~ P. JacoVus
J
Clty Clerk
ATl'ACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
OLUME 16 7~AG
Ie . /
James R. Fi ip,
THE CITY OF SEWARD City Clerk-Treasurer
RESOLUTION NO. 896
A RESOLUTION CONVEYING BLOCK 29, ORIGINAL TOHNSITE OF
THE CITY OF SEWAR,), ALASKA, TO THE KENAI PENINSULA
BOROUGH FOR CONVEYANCE TO THE STATE OF ALASl<A
I
WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the City of Seward
to convey BlOCK 29, Original Towusite, for educational
purposes, and
\'JHEREAS, public hearing requirements are hereby ",aived,
NOt, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL
OF TIlE CITY OF Sffi'iARu THAT:
I
1. The following described ~ands be conveJed to
the Kenai Peninsula Borough for conveyance to
the State of Alaska by a quitclaim deed:
Blocl 29 City of Seward, as delineated
on olat #67, Serial 117 f)- 7'n fil ed SeD-
tember 21, 197a, Seward Recording 018-
trict, State of Alasla.
2. The CuitcJaim Jeed shall contain a provision
that the }anQ and buildings will revert to
the City of Seward at such time as they are
no longer used for educational purooses.
3, The City Manager is hereby authorized to exe-
cute the documents ac'~omplishing the J)urnoses
of this Resolution and containing additional
provisions deemed necessary in the interests
of the City of Seward,
4. This Resolution shall be effective thirty('O)
days after passage and approval,
PASSEO AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City
of Seward, Alasla, this 25th day of February, 1974.
}-" ~., YI\< (( h r. \. j,u:,
I
Lee McAnerney'
Mayor
I
ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE SE'v'lARD C COUNCIL MINUTES
o UJVIE 16 -/'G:l?~3.
;{. ~--L; /?
ames R. Filip,
THE CITY OF S~.ARDCity Clerk-Treasurer
RESOLUTION NO. 897
I
WHEREAS, the State Legislature will consider House Con-
current Resolution No. 26, and
WHEREAS, HCR-26 provides for restoration to service of
the M/V WICKERSHAM, and
WHEREAS, if the Legislature adopts the Resolution it
will permit the linking of Southcentral Alasl~an porte
with those in Southeast to the ultimate advantage of
all Alaskans,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council
of the City of Seward, Alaska, that House Concurrent
Resolution No. 26 is endorsed and passage is recommend-
ed~
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Coamon Council of the City
of Seward, Alaska, this l2!h clay of February, 1974.
t. ".~..uu_
ee M emey I
Mayor
I
ATTEST:
~/[~
ames . FU p
City Clerk-Treasurer
I
ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
G 38-K~6,/
THE CITY OF SEWARD /
James R. Filip,
RESOLUTION NO. 898 / City Clerk-Treasurer
WHEREAS, the University of Alaska, Institute of Marine
Science, operates the Seward Marine Station, and
WHEREAS, additional facilities at Seward will expand
and enhance oceancgr~phic activities which can be
located here, and
WHEREAS, the proposal tlhich offers the best utilization
of the SCHarci l(j~a tion to adV;'l;';;:lce this work is the one
presently und~r consideration, ~~d
WHEREAS, the propos..l :r.r:.cl udss :;,:cl','1r.'ove:::lent of dock
facilities to p.;,;'.dt hm~dl1.r.g "f mora lmd larger
vessels to the benGfit of the State of Alasta, the
Institute and the City, construction of a research
aquarium which would also be open to the public while
permitting student education at nearly all grade le-
vels, and construction of staff/student living accomo-
dations which when considered with the total plan will
permit a high level of utilization of all complex fa-
cilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of
the City of Seward, Alaska, that the plans for expansion
of the Seward Marine Station are hereby unanimously en-
dorsed.
PASSED AND APPROVED ~ Y the Common Council of the City of
Seward, Alaaka, this 25th day of February, 1974.
.'
.... rt61.t... "t~
Lee cAnerney
Mayor
A
.
.
,
i
I
,
I"
"
,
::; 1 T i
l F'
i. ,-1 Jl" ,)
'I
\i
,j
I
-I
I
,II
1 n roducpr1:
IN TEE JE'.\'iJ-T CITY COUNCIL
,'I t.l.
c. hU.I1'l
'ii, 1
l
I
I
I
I
~-)
RESOLUTION NO. 899
it 1:'"~~ol 'J~ i (It: Ll~ (os: :.g t ':ie Harding
4 Ice" ioUjl',enai r'jorrJ.s ';aticmal
r, MomunenL i'r'o]2osal C...." ,,0. 73-86)
6 BE IT aESOLVNJ BY THE SE',~A;w CITY COUNCIL:
W'tlEIO.;AS, the National Park Service I orq1ooal reccgni ?'~b 1,ha t the
,- Harding Ice Field/Kenai Fjords area has net been C-:lf~T'letely eXI.In "",1 r()r it I s
9 I rr:iner-al potential (USGS ili.cht,pr says "mLd"r:~t.E! rotential for S".'o: '-;e;)osits" -
I ( t Land Use Pla:minf, Commission states "high potential") yet the ;;"t::rniil !'ark
} JPrvi Ct" pro:.osal concludes the area I s mineral resour-ce is i"leage r :rnd not
feasible for~eveloJ:lll8ntj and
'N'HLiiEAS, the National Park Service' proposal infer5 that mininp; i5
unlikely and 'mfeasible, timber harvest i5 not feasible and huntim: is
~ )
rrj nimal, yet their report concludes that Multiple Use Management W'Olllu likely
1 6 create 5ignificant disruption of reSOUl"Cl:lS and ecco5Y5tems. The case does not
1 7 support their conclusion; and
] 8 WHE~S. $27,000 in Gold was taken in lq7~ from a ~tnin~ G~~ration
1 c. within "the area. of ecological ooncern" along the Kenai Peninsulal~; ::ol,thern
() littoral, where an investment of $2}0,000 has been made in this o,'~ration in
') 1
? 2
~ 3
/,
::> 4
2 5
::> 6
~ "
,
~)
') 9
" 0
3 1
'3 "
<<.
J J
:1 4
'3 5
" 6
3 7
" R
'1 '-J
;,.J
, 1
..
4
-
e
re(:ent y"'" .-' j,n'
,r:
T'" \j ~ t, i: If"ld.i
. .': ; (~~~. '
. ,;~. ..:oJ
states:
c f :lJ.l t,ne
,..,.....c.
'J:.,-.. .
veget,ati,)~, C(nl"r 'C; ;,.;'1" ~.'d-.::i.d': ".,,' :telc :;'('." 'yr,:" 'ire", 'lIuy r:rlo-haJ.f ,',1'
1,<;; is suitat:..e L)1' 'im1:>'>r' h&.rvest 1,1.5(1" ',eres), the . an< ,6'"'''' wnU.i
prohibit the cuttinf; of timber and other uses,:) which rnay ],'a,j V :',.:<!\vC'
destructiolJ of Dlant liIA in the ntonuruer.t.." lr one-h"jf ,-.j' 1" rJi '('I "11
of Umber we~ cut under Multiple Use ManaRement, t.hie !'nul'-, n ' h<, ""f
"massi ve destruct.ion" of plant li fe in a 300,OOC '.tcn' area; "na
WHEREAS, contrary to the Na t.ional Park ::)e rv ice I pr "( (' ql. c" r. ,r:
Kncwledge dict...aL~s and it 1s ax.i.()rr~iic that. biological [Jro,'iu<;:.i'-i"___.y -"1' 6.:, i:';y"t
I lee" l1:Jt lend itself to pel'!1Janent perpetuation hecause;>! th" '~lh':V:,C" "~
:<;!1;ie,lation establishing a national monument. Hi0J..,::>gical prc~iucUdt;' is
!
, '
" del"ndent on such f'actore as hahitat, preclahon, disease and f'f'rtlapo. ': ,',:,lr>r
['Nlesure on " parti cular species; a.nd
t '>'iHEm:hS, the Seward City'co'J"cil and the Citizen.> uf Lhe ~..('....'l',) dre",:
I ! "",0,", the oonooot of . C;ewa'" NaHo~l ',nore.tion "rea for \ho 'i.dh "
II ~:.",ldil\enai Fjerds area because of the uni(juP I e;'rian -:r:ara"ter1stics "'h:.
It,'n: the'nselvt'ls j,( yea!'-round boatinp activi,ty, nrofessionCLl, amateur' Q' J
,'l'''ss-Cotmtry skiing, and other unlirri tAd snow-orien~ed "",creal lanai t" ,",1 s:
, ann
I
j ,'~ 1 ask("j
I
~ .
j t
'; .\
,rp!,.,~i, :':eward has been officially (L,"il'l1ated by th~ SI '1.l'>
as tht' 1 ell!'! Capitlll of Alaska' because of <.JUl' cu:,st;"I1,jir., f ',1' -:
",
II
I
4 3
44
4 5
46
4 7 I
48
4 9
~ 0
5 1
5 :2
5 3
5 4 I
5 5
5 6 I
s 7
5 8
5 '1
6 0
6 1
6 2
6 3
6 4
6 ')
.
e
flea and land characteristics so suitable for recreational purnoses, which
have and will continue - given a chance - to enhance .:>award' sand t.he Kenai
f'eninsula Borough' 5 e conanic future; and
WHEREAS, officials of the National Park Service DID NOT officially
contact the Seward City Council, Seward's Advisory Planning Commission, the
l\.enai Peninsula Borough Administration, Kenai Peninsula Borough PlarJ1ing
Commission, or the Kenai Peninsu.la Borough Assembly, to determine our input
for the best use of the Harding Ice Field/Kenai Fjords area.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that it is the will of this Seward
CHy ':ouncil that we oppose the Harding Ice Field/Kenai Fjords Nat ion,,:
Monument proposal by the National Park Service beCaUl!le we support 1 he Multiple
Use Management philosophy for this area.
COPIES of this resolution shall be transmitted to the HUlk,rablc
Richard M. Nixon, President of the United States; the Honorable Earl Butz,
<,ecretary of Agriculture; the Honorable Rogers C. B. Morton, Seoretary of the
Interior; the Honorable Mike Mansfield, Senate Majority Leader; thp .'onorable
Carl Albert, Speaker of the House of Representatives; Chairman of the P. 3.
Senate and IJ. ..;. House Interior and Insular Affairs COII'Iltittees; the Honorable
Hike ':;ravel; the lIoIl,'rable Ted Stevens; Honorable 'In Young, Alaska'E
Congressional Delegation; thA Por:Or1 blp tlill lane A. r~gan, Governor of I\.laska;
all members of tn" Alaska LegiSlature: Mr. ':'ed ;>1'~ (""un. '';''(ecutive Dj rector of
the Land Use Plar:r:~nf :.:olllIlission; Mr. .Joe Josephson, :";:,a1.e designef.! to the
~aIld Use Plartn.i!H' ,~ommiszion, and Mr. Theodor ~. Swem, Chai nilan, Alaska
.'
-
-
6 6, l":'~nning f';roup, ~J. s.
I I
ADO F1SlJ BY
II (
r I .
qA
l I
I .
i I. "'jltrd
, \/
I .'
q
, I
i !
Department of the lnterior.
THE SE:.vAlill CITY COUNCIL 'ffiISU~AY ur
~!
1974
T'JW""
''':I''''''>'lI9'-''..-,
HAtOE OF' SEWARD
,; 1
I"' {
I
I
,
"
,
'" :
~
t: 1
"
:i
" ~
~ '{
if .!
. j
q
~ ,
4 ~
.
i I
~
,
~
,
~
I
I
I
Page 39
VOLUlVJE 16
0)0
d";
REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH ll, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for March 11, 1974 was called to order by Mayor McAneC'ney at 7: 31 P. 11,
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Hulm,
Vincent, Dague, Neve', McCloud, and Jr. Mayor Whitmore. Clmr. Hill arrived late.
Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the llinutes as
presented for February 25th, 1974. Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported that Borough
sales tax revenues were higher during the 1st three q~ters of the current
fiscal year than in the 1st three quarters of the fiscal year immediately prece-
eding. Clmr. Hill arrives at this time. Clmr. Hulm also reported Clmr. McCloud
is serving on the Borough's Solid Waste Committee. Borough legislation of local
interest was limited to Resolution 74-17 supporting a General Obligation bond
issue for Local Service Roads and Trails and Resolution 74-18 supporting CSHE-675
instituting the death penalty for crimes of a specific nature.
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: (1) The City Manager requested and received per-
mission to add items 10-2 (Approval of liquor license renewal application for
the Americ~~ Legion;) 10-3 (Approval of liquor license renewal application for
the Flaming)] Club;) and 10-4 (Presentation by !1r. James P. Smith, Engineering
Science of Alaska.) (2) The City Manager noted the following items of State
legislation which merit Council attention and support: (a) SCR 9, Requesting
that the M/V Wickersham be restored to service and used to inaugurate an all-
Alaska ferry transportation route linking Southcentral Alaska ports with those
in Southeastern Alaska, 'Canada and the continental United States. (b) HCR 26,
Requesting that the M/V Wickersham be restored to service in Southeast Alaska and
be used to inaugurate an all-Alaska transportation route linking Southcentral
Alaska ports with those in Southeastern Alaska and the continental United States.
(c) SJR 48, Relating to the installation of automatic cranes in Seward. (d)
HCR 35, Relating to visitor information centers. (e) HJR 65, Requesting the
United States Congress to grant a permanent exemption from the provisions of the
Jones Act for the M/V Wickersham. (f) SB 350, An Act providing for state as-
sistance in the construction of port f~cilities; and providing for an effective
date. (g) HE 508, An Act providing for loans to municipalities for capital
improvement planning; and providing for ~Yl effective date. (h) HE 520, An Act
relating to the regulation and control of the effects of the construction and
operation of the trans-Alaska pipeline; and providing for an effective date. (i)
HE 523, An Act relating to state aid to local governments for police and fire pro-
tection; and providing for an effective date. (j) HE 542, An Act repealing the
authorization of the Department of Public Works to sell the M/V Wickersham; and
providing for an effective date. (k) HE 587, An Act providing for state assistance
in the construction of port facilities; and providing for an effective date. (1)
HE 596, An Act establishing a tourist development and visitor information center
program; and providing for an effective date. (m) HE 611, An Act creating the
public utility revolving loan fund; and providing for an effective date, (n) HE
640, An Act providing for the issuance of general obli~tion bonds in the amount
of $19,930,000 for the purpose of paying the cost of waters and harbor development
projects; and providing for an effective date.
Item 7 - Communications: Public Notice No. NPA 74-028, dated 3/1/74 from the
Alaska District, Corps of Engineers requesting commeEts regarding a proposed
project to dredge and fill in an area of ResurrectioE Bay adjacent to the cur-
rent operations of the Kenai Lumber Co. signed Frank A. Anderson, Chief, Operations
Branch.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: ~~. Oscar Watsjold asked for
clarification of the statements made by the City Manager at a previous meeting re-
garding the status of income for television. The City Manager clarified the com-
ments he had made earlier by reporting that television contributions will be suf-
ficient to operate the system if the decline in support levels off in the immediate
future. Current television contributions are running approximately $1,000.00 per
month.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Hulm asked for and received Council sup-
port for the Resolution regarding law and order recently adopted by the Alaska As-
sociation of Chiefs of Police. (2) Clmr. Hulm reported the City should pursue
the reco~ended annexation in the 4th of July Creek area and added that the City
40
Page 40
VOLUME 16
should also request the Borough to select land in the vicinity of Exit Glacier and
Lowell Glacier. Clmr. Hulm indicated he will secure maps of these areas for Council
review at a future work session. (3) Clmr. McCloud inquired about the status of
the repair work at Lowell Canyon Diversion Tunnel. The City Manager reported that
items for the work are being collected and readied for use when conditions for the
work are hoped to be ODtimum - in the fall right before the deep snows. (4)
Clmr. Vincent noted the Recreation Camps will be opening in the near future and
requested a work session be arranged between the Council, the Army and the Air
Force with the representatives from the services to be at or above the rank of
colonel. (5) Clmr. Hill reported the feasibility study for the Last Frontier,
Inc., proposed use of the Jesse Lee Home properties was completed and would be
sent to the City in the immediate future.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Ordinance No. 398,
(see page 38,) an Ordinance transferring all powers of the City of Seward with
respect to the disposal of solid waste to the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Second
Reading. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 398 in full. Clmr. McCloud, seconded
by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve Ordinance No. 398 on second reading and to advance
it to third reading and approval. Passed unanimously. ( 2) Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the application for Liquor License renewal for the
American Legion. Passed unanimously. (3) Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill,
moved to approve the application for renewal of Liquor License for the Flamingo
Club. Motion passed with Clmr. Hulm dissenting. (4) Mr. James P. Smith requested
Council approval to permit Engineering-Science of Alaska proceed with work on
Phase II of the Infiltration/Inflow Analysis of the City's sewer system. The'
cost was estimated to be $28,000.00 and Mr. Smith indicated that project costs
would be shared by the Federal, State and local gpvernment in a ratio of 75:12.5:12,5.
When it was pointed out that the project corrections would make the city "look
like a disaster area" Smith indicated he was hopeful of finding an alternative
solution such as steam injection into the water lines to keep the mains and services
from freezing when flows were drastically reduced. Clmr. Neve' reported his
research studies of the Bay of relative nitrate/phosphate levels indicated that a
gpod exchange takes place in the waters with the result that Dollution is not a
problem. Neve' added that some pockets of pollution were evident at times when
the fisheries dumDed crab or herring waste through the sewer. Clmr. Dague pointed
out that several studies had been completed and not one shovelful of dirt had been
turned in actual construction. rllr. Smith indicated that work on the Phase II Study
would complete the preliminary requirements and work could then proceed on engineering
drawings and bid Dreparation. Council agreed to a work session on Friday, JVBrch 15,
1974, at 8:00 P.M~, in the Council Chambers to review the request in close detail.
Item 11 - Citizens' Discussion: None
Hill moved to adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
...... JA,c. C. u ,.. ~ .4 )
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 26, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for JVBrch 26, 1974 was called to order by Mayor 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: Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Hill,
McCloud, Vincent, Hulm, Neve' and Dague. Jr. Mayor Whitmore had an excused absence.
Item 4 - Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the Minutes
for March ll, 1974, as presented. Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough As-
sembly had heard a report regarding the Seward School fallout shelter indicating
the costs of completing the facility (i.e. exits, lights, sprinkler and ventil-
ation) would cost in the range of $40,000.00. At that price, Clmr. Hulm concluded,
the facility would probably not be remodeled.
I
I
I
PAGE 41
VOLUME 16
~ 1
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: The City Manager reported that Mr. John Scribner,
Acting Director of State Division of Water and Air Quality Control would tentat-
ively be in Seward at the next meeting of the City Council, (April 8, 1974) that
an executive work session was scheduled for Monday, April 15th, and Mr. Walker
Johnston would be invited to meet with the Council regarding the Alaska Railroad
on Monday, April 29, 1974, if there was no objection. Council agreed with the
proposal.
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 3/15/74 from Birch, Jermain and Horton,
Attorneys at Law, requesting payment in full be made to Joe Fallon dba Arctic
Electric, for the Harbor Electric project. Signed Suzanne C. Pestinger. (2) Let-
ter dated 3/20/74 from Hewitt V. Lounsbury and Associates reporting on the pro-
posed 4th Avenue Dock Improvement Study project and asking for a meeting with
the City Council. Signed Loren H. Lounsbury. (April 8th was the date selected.)
(3) Letter dated 3/22/74 from Robert Mock requesting permission to allow a circus
to perform in Seward on July 29th and 30th, 1974. Signed Robert Mock. (Council
had no obj ection. ) ( 4 ) Letter dated 3/18/74 from Legion and Pioneer Cabs re-
questing amendments in the Taxicab Ordinance to allow more flexibility and re-
duced costs in handling City Cab Driver Permits. Signed Charles E. Estel and
Joanne C. Hoogland. (Council had no objection to the review of the existing
Ordinance by the administration.) (5) Letter dated 3/21/74 from Hughes, Thors-
ness, Lowe, Gantz and Clark reporting the City could not now exempt business
inventories from personal property taxes until AS 29.53.025 (State Law) is amended.
Signed Kenneth P. Jacobus. (6) Letter dated 3/20/74 from the Assistant Secretary
of Commerce offering a grant in the amount of $240,000.00 for water system imp-
rovements, including meters. Signed William W. Blunt, Jr., Assistant Secretary
for Economic Development. (7) Letter dated 3/12/74 from the Forest Service en-
closing permit forms for the television translator site on Mt. Wolcot. Signed
Victor R. Lorm, Recreation and Lands Manager.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mayor McAnerney opened
the Public Hearing on the 1974-1975 Municipal Budget. No one present desired to
be heard and Mayor McAnerney'closed the Public Hearing. (2) No one present desired
to speak at this time.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Neve' commented on the importance of having
the Mayor and the City Manager represent the City in Juneau and suggested that a
trip be arranged prior to the adjournment of the Legislative Session. Council-
members present agreed with the proposal. (2) Clmr. Dague inquired about the
status of the Jesse Lee Home property. The City Mana~~r reported the Corporation,
through its attorney, Mr. James R. Clouse, Jr., had indicated the feasibility
report was completed and would be submitted to the City in the near future.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action itans: (1) Ordinance No.
398, an Ordinance Transferring all powers of the City of Seward with Respect to
the disposal of solid waste to the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The City Manager
read Ordinance No. 398 in full. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved
to approve Ordinance No. 398. Passed unanimously. (2) The City Manager repor-
ted the City Attorney had recommended the City Council reject the request from
Joe Fallon for payment of monies withheld and the admi~istration concurred with
the recommendation. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to reject the
Fallon claim. Passed unanimously. (3) The City Manager presented a Council
Memorandum from the Harbor Commission suggesting institution of reserved parking
in a selected area of the Boat Harbor parking lots. Clmr. Neve' seconded by Clmr.
McCloud, moved to deny the recommendation. Motion passed with Clmr. Hill dis-
centing.
Item II - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mrs. Pat Williams suggested a "think tank"
approach to the problems of solid waste disposal indicating she felt that more
discussion should be had before the borough is allowed to assume the solid waste
power. (2) Mayor McAnerney introduced Mr. Darrell Schaefermeyer, local intern
in Senator Stevens' office in Washington, D. C. Mr. Schaefermeyer reported on
work being conducted by the Senator concerning Alaska power problems and the pro-
blems connected with water pollution control. Schaefermeyer reported that he felt
some changes in the Federal regulations regarding water quality would be forthcoming
in the near future.
Clmr. Hill moved to adjourn. Mayor McAnerney adjourned the
a..a .~1. .""1
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
4:2
Page 42
VOLUME 16
REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 8, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for April 8, 1974 was called to order by M3.yor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Dague.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Dague,
McCloud, and Vincent. Clmrs. Hill and Hulm arrived late. Clmr. Neve' and Jr.
M3.yor Whitmore were excused.
Item 4 - Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague moved to approve the Minutes
for March 26th, 1974 with the correction of Item 11, line 4, page 41, delete
the words "local intern" and insert the word "aide."
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. McCloud reported the Borough
Assembly would be considering an Ordinance accepting transfer of the soliq waste,
power from Seward, Soldotna and Homer at their next meeting. McCloud also re-
ported the Borough Assembly would hold their May 21st meeting in Seward at the
Elementary School.
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: (1) The City Manager reported that an executive
work session with Army and Air Force Officials would be held on Monday, April 15,
1974, at 7: 30 P.M. in the Council Chambers; (2) That Mr. Loren Lounsbury of
Hewitt V. Lounsbury and Associates would be in Seward on April 22nd to discuss
the 4th Avenue Dock Study; and (3) That Mr. Walker S. Johnston of the Alaska
Railroad has been invited to attend a work session on April 29th.
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 4/1/74 from James R. Clouse, Jr.
transmitting a copy of the feasibility study for Last Frontier, Inc., and the
Jesse Lee Home, signed James R. Clouse. Council agreed that circulation of the
report would be limited to City Hall. (2) Letter dated 3/27/74 from State
Division of Parks reporting on deadline for completion of work prior to 6/30/74
and suggesting that the funds be released. Signed William S. Hanable, Chief,
Statewide Cultural Programs. Council had no objection to releasing funds for
the 7th Avenue and 1st lake Park Proj ects. (3) Letter dated 3/30/74 from Kevin
Walker to the Environmental Protection Agency objecting to the use of the Seward
Dump for fish and crab wastes. Signed Kevin Walker. (4) Letter dated 4/5/74
from Economic Development Administration extending to April 30th, 1~74, the
deadline for acceptance of the EDA grant offer for 1974 water system improve-
ments. Signed Cecelia P. Galey, Chief, Public Works Division. (5) Request
for approval of assignment of lease for Lot 1, Block 1, Marina Subdivision,
from K. L. and Dorthy Knighten to Dale B. & Joan L. Clemens. Clmr. McCloud,
seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve Assignment of the Lease as requested.
Passed unanimously.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mr. John Scribner, Acting
Director of the State Division of Water and Air Quality Control spoke in support
of proposed action by the municipality to reduce unusually high water consumption
in the community. Mr. Scribner reported Federal and State assistance will re-
duce the cost of the $300,000.00 project to $30,000.00 of city money taking into
consideration the 80% from EDA and half the non-federal share from the State or j
10% leaving 10% of the cost for the City to pay. (Clmr. Hulm arrives at this
time.) Mr. Scriber acknowledged water meters would create a problem and wouldn't
satisfy the need for a long term solution to the problem of freezing. He cov-
ered alternatives such as deep burial (for new construction,) insulation of
existing lines (a method requiring opening trenches,) installation of circulating
pumps (to protect water mains,) a pitorifice system to serve each consumer and
finally water meters. Mr. Scribner reported he could not recommend water meters
unless some other water saving techniques were employed at the same time.
Scribner suggested a modification of the Economic Development Administration
proposal and questioned the accuracy of the reported Seward water consumption
figures (500 to 1300 gpdpc. (Clmr. Hill arrives at this time.) Mr. Scribner
also commented on the Federal and State laws requiring treatment of water being
discharged into Resurrection Bay noting that the regulations require removal or
control of organic materials, solids and bacteria contained in sewage effluent.
Clmr. Vincent questioned the wisdom of the federal laws which require small com-
munities such as Seward to comply with standards set on a national basis. Mr.
Scribner responded with the view that the laws would not be likely to change
and that Seward would have to comply with the regulations in the future. He also
pointed out that federal and state funds were being made available to Seward and
I
I
I
Page 43
f .)
":t')
VOLUME 16
some other communities on a selected basis which, in effect, would pay for 8r~%
of the proposed cost of sewage treatment plant and interceptor sewer construction
costs. (2) Citizens' Discussion: none.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) The proposed purchase of additional generation
equipment for the Seward Electric System was discussed. Facts regarding future
system needs and anticipated community growth were pointed out and questions were
solicited. No one in the audience spoke on the subject. (2) Clmr. Vincent com-
mended the organizers of the recent YUCKY DAY community clean-up program and
noted their efforts were helpful in controlling litter in the community. (3)
Clmr. McCloud reported youngsters playing in the green shack next to the tot lot.
It was reported the shack is slated for removal this summer. (4) Clmr. Hulm
told the State had revised its plan for paving Nash Road and the City should object.
Clmr. Hulm also noted he had received a copy of the feasibility study prepared
for Last Frontier, Inc., and indicated he was impressed with it. (5) Clmr.
Dague reported the Forest Service picnic tables would be released to the City in
the near future.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No. 900
(see attached,) a Resolution approving the City Manager's 1974-1975 Municipal
Budget and :3etting the mill levy. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved
to approve Resolution No. 900 subject to minor correction of typing errors. Motion
passed with Clmr. Vincent voting "no." (2) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud
moved to a rove urchase of generation equipment for the Seward Electric System
per the City Manager's Memorandum of April 3, 197 in an amount not to exceed
$400,000.00. Passed unanimously.
Item II - Citizens Discussion: (1) Mr. Byrl Getman suggested washrooms be ins-
talled at the Tot Lot site for use by children and parents in need (no action
was taken.) (2) Mrs. Pat Williams reported a large hole in the roadway in front
of the Air :5'orce Recreation building needed repair. (3) Mrs. Ann Holmstrand
reported the same hole. (4) Mrs. Beverly Dunham expressed criticism of the pro-
posed Police Department budget indicating she felt it was too high in relation to
other City Departments. She added the Street Department budget is a disgrace.
Item 12 - Adj ournment : Clmr.
J;f{~
ity Clerk-Treasurer
McCloud moved to adj ourn . Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
~.. AJ,,"G..1~."~' ~)
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 22,1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for April 22, 1974 was called to order bv 1VJavor ~1cAnerney at 7: 30 P. ~1.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: 1VJayor ~~cAnernev, CIMrs. Hulm,
McCloud, Dai";Ue, Neve', Vincent, and Jr. '/favor Whitmore. Clmr. Hill arrived late.
Item 4 - Clmr. Hulm, seconded by C1mr. McCloud, moved to aDDrove the minutes for
the meeting of April 8, 1974, as Dresented. Passed Q~animously.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: (1) 1VJ:r. Loren Lounsburv and 1Vlr.
Allen Scheen, Hewitt V. Lounsbury and Associates, spoke in re~ard to the Droposed
4th Avenue DJck IlTIDrovement Study and sugr;;ested eXDansion of the study to include
the entire City. 1Vlr. Lounsbury discussed Dossib1e avenues of financinp; the work
and suggested a work session with the Council on Monday, May 6th, 1974, at 7:30
P.M. in the Council Chambers. Clmr. Hill arrived at this time. Council agreed
to the time and place and the City Manager will be Dresent t.o assist with project
scope in light of Dending studies currently under way thru a contract of the
State Division of Water and Harbors. (2) Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough As-
sembly had approved the hire of an Assistant Borough Attorney, defeated a plan-
ned Borough census scheduled for December, approved DJrchase of a building in
Tyonek and awarded the publication of the Borour-J"l tax forclosure list to the
Homer News for $7,500.00.
44
Page 44
VOLUME 16
Item 6 - The City Manager reported: (1) on the status of the Economic Devel-
opment Administration Offer of Grant in aid of construction of water system im.-
provements and recommended approval of the p;r'ant subject to substitution of a
circulating system in lieu of water meters. (2) Discharge of Engineering-
Science of Alaska as project engineers, redefinition of project scope and ap-
pointment of an engineering group to re-phase the proposed water system improve-
ments and sewage treatment plant. (3) The City lVl3nager also reported Mr. Walker
Johnston of the Alaska Railroad would be in Seward to meet with the Council and
interested members of the public on Monday, April 29, 1974 at 7:30 P.M., in the
Council Chambers. (4) With permission of the Council the City Manager requested
addition to tonights agenda of the following items: Item 10-3: Ordinance No.
399, an Ordinance repealing Article II, Chapter 3, of the Seward Code relating
to the registration of voters. Item 10-4: Ordinance No. 400, an Ordinance re-
pealing and re-enacting Chapter 20 of the Seward Code - Vehicles for Hire. Coun-
cil had no objection.
Item 7- Communications: (1) Letter dated 4/8/74 from Robert D. Olson, Sr.,
United States Marshal, advising of his acceptance to meet with the City Council
on Monday, May 20th, 1974. Signed Robert D. Olson, Sr., U.S. Marshal. (2)
Letter dated 4/19/74 from John Graham aDd COlllDanv acknowledging notice of re-
jection from the Seward Advisorv Planning and Zoning Commission for the proposed
First National Bank of Anchorage Seward Branch building, and reouesting a special
meeting of the Commission to discuss the objection. Signed James A. Huettl.
The City Manager reported the meeting has been scheduled for April 30, 1974, at
7:30 P.M., in the Council Chambers. (3) Letter dated 3/29/74 from Alaska Build-
ers, Inc., requesting a one year option on Lot 3, Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision.
Signed Richard Beissner, President. The Council directed the administration to
seek additional information from the Alaska State Housing Authority regarding
the facts of the request and to present them as soon as possible. (4) Notice
of Application for Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to furnish
cable television to Seward from Sm^l3rd Cable TV, Inc., Victor J. Naccarato,
President. Signed J. Lowell Jensen, Executive Director, Alaska Public Utilities
Commission. (5) Letter dated 4/22/74 from Oscar M. Bailey requesting permission
to remove scrap from the City beachfront. Signed Oscar M. Bailey. Clmr. Dague,
seconded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to approve the request subject to regulations
established by the City Manager. Passed unanimously.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Water system improve-
ment project. (a) Mrs. Beverly Dunham asked Council to consider effect of the
project on residents on fixed incomes. (b) Mr. Robert Lutz concurred with ~~s.
Dunham's opinion. (c) Mr. Don Ennis asked about the requirements forcing the
City to comply and the question was answered by Clmr. Neve' who pointed out federal
and state regulations pertaining to the projects. (d) Mr. Robert F. Richardson
pointed out water meters will not prevent water lines from freezing. (e) Mr.
Herman Leirer stated the City needed the additional water system imorovements and
supported positive action by Council to get them but he added he was of the opinion
the City should delav initiation of work on the sewage treatment plant. He pointed
out such a plant reouires operating costs which local residents will pay for. He
concluded by stating the present system is not causing pollution and the City
should not install a system until it was clearly needed. (2) Mrs. Peggy Lutz
explained "Alternative Education" as a local nrogroam attelllDt to reach students
who were experiencing "some problems with traditional classroom approach." The
Program as presented would provide "vocational observation opportunities" to
student participants in a variety of job slots. Mrs. Lutz pointed out that the
slow learner as well as the advanced student would be involved and asked the City
Council to endorse the program. Clmr. Neve', seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to
endorse the program. The City Manager objected to the motion citing his role
as personnel officer for the City and his need to preserve that role for ef-
fective management of City departments. The City Manager re~uested the motion
be withdrawn. Discussion followed among members of Council, the City Nlanager
and Mrs. Lutz regarding the proposal. The City Manager noted Section 2-22 of
the Seward Code regarding interference in administrative service by the Council
in the appointment 'of persons to any office or employment with the City. The
City Manager pointed out his role in coordinating the affairs of the municipality
and explained adding these responsibilities could create difficulty in discharge
of his duties as City lVl3nager. Mr. Fred Iammers pointed out the question of the
City's liability in connection with this proposal. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr.
Vincent, moved to amend the motion by inserting "have the City Manager investigate
the similar program reported to be operating in Juneau." /1rs. Lutz stated she
was unaware of the role the City Nlanager played in the operation of the Citv, and
apologized for dealing with a department head but added she felt the City f~ager
was being "defensive" in his attitude toward the Alternative Education program.
Jr. M3.vor Whitmore added her ,support for the prop:r>am and pointed out it was a
good p~ogram for the students since it provided them a chance to observe first
I
I
I
ATTACHED 'rO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
VOLUME 16 - PAGE 43
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
James R. Filip,
RESOLtTl'ION NO. 900 City Clerk-Treasurer
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City M:lnager's Municipal Budget for the 1974-1975 Fiscal
Year, including the letter of presentation which is a part thereof, a1'Xl containing
est1nated revenues and expenditures as follows, BE AOOPl'ED, and that the money ne-
eded therefore is hereby appropriated; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total assessed valuation assessed by the Borough
Assessor, and any supplemental assessment rolls for said period which may be cer-
tified by the Borough Assessor at a future date, shall be the basis for corrputing
est1nated revenues of the City of Seward.
Certified Tax Assessment as of May 30, 1973, and revised January 24, 1974:
Real Property
$9,711,490
$2,887,960
$1,525,780
$1,330
$ 9,711,490
$ 2,887,960
Personal
Value of Boats in Seward
City Assessed Boat Tax Revenue
$12,599,450
REVENUES
Total General Fund
Total Light and Power Department
Total Water Department
Total Est1nated Revenue
$ 650,719
$ 664,000
123.096
$ 1,437,815
EXFENDITURES
General Fund:
Mayor and Council
General Office Supplies
City ~r's Office
City Clerk-Treasurer
Finance Department
Pollce Department
Fire Department
Street Department
City Shop
Boat Harbor
Health, Education, and Welfare
General Services
Municipal Building
Debt Service
Contingency
$
21,100
9,545
32,232
27,932
51,460
135,115
35,021
95,879
25,844
62,223
18,500
59,200
28,994
33,956
13.718
650,719
$
I
I
I
EXPENDITURES, Contd.
Light & Power Department:
Operating Expenditures
Debt Service
Reserve
$
425,392
75.450
163,158
664,000
$
Water Department:
Operating Expenditln"es
Debt Service
Reserve
$
58,023
27.023
37.375
123,096
$
Total Budgeted Expenditln"es:
$ 1,437.815
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the rate of levy on the 1974 real and personal
property tax rolls shall be and is hereby levied at the rate of twenty (20)
mills per dollar of assessed valuation, except that the rate of levy on boats
and vessels shall be and is hereby levied at the rate of Five ($5.00) dollars
each on a boat or vessel of less than five (5) net registered or certificated
tons and at the rate of Fifteen ($15.00) dollars each on a boat or vessel of
JTrJre than five (5) net registered or certificated tons.
This Resolution shall be effective on the date of its passage and approval.
Passed and approved by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska. this
~ day of April, 1974.
tu.....Y'<\~
Lee McAnemey,
Miyor
ATI'EST:
~'rz-f~
s R. Filip,
ty Clerk-Treasurer
I
I
I
PAGE 45
~L)
VOLUlVIE 16
hand a variety of occupational choices. Mrs. Lutz pointed out present funding
ends on May 31st. Clmr. Neve' indicated he felt participation in the program by
the City this year would not be possible but the information expected from the
City manager would be useful during the fall school term. NJayor McAnerney called
for the vote on the amendment and it passed unanimously. Mayor McAnerney called
for the vote on the main motion and it too passed unanimously. (3) Mrs. Pat
Williams reported it was not the affair of the Planning and Zoninf'; Commission to
reject the B:mk plans on the basis of fesign. She added it was unfortunate to
reject expensive plans.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent stated he was against the cable
TV system. (2) Clmr. Dap;ue pointed out there would not be live broadcasts on
the cable TV system and added the City should continue to pursue the possibility
of adding Channels 13 and 11 to the present operation. (3) Clmr. Hulm indicitated
cable TV may be a blessing since residents who didn't support the City's voluntary
contribution plan may do so now facing the presence of TV for $17.00 per month.
(4) Clmr. Dague inquired about the status of the electric generation equipment
project. The City ~19.nager reported Louisianna-Pacific had jumoed ahead of the
City and had purchased equipment subject to acceptance by the Citv. (5) Jr.
Mayor Whitmore reported Tim Branson had been elected Junior Mayor for the comming
year. (6) Clmr. Hulm reported he had met with Rep. Specking in Juneau and had
requested Specking to increase the Harbor Construction bill from $500,000.00 to
$1,000,000.00 in aid to Seward. (7) A discussion fo~lowed regarding the pro-
posed administrative recommendations regarding the Offer of Grant from Economic
Development Administration. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clrnr. Dague, moved to
approve Resolution No. 901 (see attached.) Passed unanimously. Clmr. Vincent,
seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve the discharge of Engineering-Science
of Alaska as project engineers for the City of Se1~d. Passed unanimously.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Proclamation-
Youth Week (see attached.) The City Manager read the Proclamation declarinG the
week of May 1st as Youth Week. (2) Ordinance No. 399 (see attached) an Ordinance
repealing Article II, Chapter 8, of the Seward Code relating to the registration
of voters. First Reading. The City ~ager read Ordinance No. 399 in full, and
Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to approve the Ordinance on first
reading and to advance it to second reading. Passed lmanimouslv. (3) Ordin-
ance No. 400, (see attached) an Ordinance repealing arld re-enacting Chapter 20
of the Seward Code - Vehicles for Hire. First Reading. Clmr. Dague, seconded
by Clmr. ~1cCloud, moved to read Ordinance No. 400 bv title only. Passe unani-
mously. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 400 by title only. Clmr. Dague,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 400 on first reading
and to advance it to second reading. Passed unanimously.
Item 11 - Citizens' Discussion: None
- Adjournment: Clmr. Davue moved to adjourn. Mayor Mc.lmerney adjourned
P.M.
...... M,"c. ..1".1.
Lee IVIcAnernev, ,
Mayor
SPECIAL MEETING OF MAY 8, 1974
Item 1 - The Special Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for May 8, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.m.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Neve'.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. Neve',
Vincent, Hulm, and Dague. Clmrs. McCloud and Hill were absent.
Item 4 - Mayor McAnerney introduced Mr. Johnathan Scribner, Acting Director,
Division of Air and Water Quality Control; and Mr. Carl Nadler, Environmental
Protection Agency.
40
PAGE 46
VOLUME 16
Item 5 - A general discussion regarding the total affect of the laws regarding
the need for sewage treatment would have on the community, the source of federal
and state funds to assist with the work and the need to control excess water
useage followed. It was pointed out that the present timing was good, funds
were available and the City could proceed with appointment of an engineer to
do the work and initiate the construction phase in the future.
Item 6 - Council Discussion: Discussion revealed general agreement for the
project but Clmr. Vincent pointed out the fact that proof had yet to be advanced
indicating the City was indeed polluting the Bay. Clmr. Vincent expressed the
sentiment that delaying the proj ect might not hurt the community. Clmr. Hulm
expressed the opinion that such a delay might result in the City having to
pay more or even all of the costs in the future. Mr. Johnathan Scribner ex-
pressed his opinion that present funding levels were optimum and could not
be guaranteed for the future.
Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mr. Herman Leirer reported water mains
are not low enough to be protected from freezing. He said he felt it would be
impossible to insulate the existing lines without extensive damage to them in
the process. (2) Mrs. Beverly Dunham, responding to Mr. Nadler's comment ex-
pressing the need for the least cost alternative, asked if "least cost was the
best way?" Nadler answered indicating this was something the engineers would
have to work out for the City. (3) Mr. Don Ennis questioned the source of
the figures expressing excessive water flow. He asked about operational costs
to the residents. No specific cost figures were available for discussion at
this time. (4) Mr. Wayne Heinbaugh suggested construction of storm sewers to
take care of the problem. (5) Mr. Hans Hafemeister asked about possible con-
sequences if the City did not obey the law. Mr. Scribner reported he did not
know what the consequences would be. (6) Mrs. Beverly Dunham expressed con-
cern for the senior citizen and those Seward residents who received social
security or welfare payments. Clmr. Neve' expressed the opinion that Council
would have to face the problem in the future.
Item 8 - Adjournment: There being no one else present who wished to be heard
and no business to come before Council, Councilmember Dague moved to adjourn.
Ma or McAnerney adjo ed the Special Meeting at 9:44 P.M.
II
I... AI."'..................
Lee McAnerney, I
Mayor
REGULAR r1EETING 011' NIAY 13, 1974
Item 1 .- The Regular ~1eeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for May 13, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor ~1cAnerney at 7:30 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those Dresent were Mayor l\I[cAnerney, Clmrs. Hulm,
Vincent, McCloud, Dague, Neve' and Jr. Mayor Hhitmore. Clmr. Hill arrived late.
Item 4 - In the Minutes
On Page 43, second line
Delete the last line in
Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
22, 1974, as corrected.
of ADril 22, 1974, the following corrections were noted:
from the bottom delete "December" and insert "SeDtember."
its entirety and insert "Peninsula Clarion for $4,850.00."
Clmr. McCloud, moved to aDDrove the Minutes for April
Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - ReDort of the Borough Assemblvrnen: Clmr. Hulm reDorted the Borough
Assembly failed to apDrove transfer of the solid waste Dowers from the cities
to the Borough, revised Borough salaries in line with the cost of living, failed
to revise the sales tax and aDDroved the l\I[oose Pass School Plans.
Item 6 - City Manager's ReDort: The City Manager reCluested the addition of Res-
olution No. 904 to tonight's agenda, a Resolution designating deDository banks
for funds of the City. No objection.
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 4/10/74 from Farmers Home Adminis-
tration outlining reCluirements for DreaDDlication Drocedures for grant or loan
I
I
I
ATTACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE rUNUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNeIL
ft:l/tGE >>:
, .IJames R. FiliP~
t' City Clerk-Treasurer
C tTY
OF SEWARD
.
CO....T,.O......C"
'NI'OJtM.".OH
CITY".NA.olE"
CA ....OZII4
c... .....sa'...
CA 4". slit 0
CA 4Io.aa01
P.o. _ ....
SEWARD. ALASKA 99664
CITY "OLIC&
/
RESOLUTION NO. 901
WHEREAS, the United States Department' of Commerce, Economic
Development Administration, has tendered to the City of
Seward an Offer of Grant for water system improvements in
a letter dated March 20, 1974 and further identifying the
project as Project No. 07-0101394, and
WHEREAS, this Offer of Grant provides $240,000.00 for pro-
posed construction of the project, and
WHEREAS, it is agreed that said project will prove beneficial
to the continued growth and development of the communi ty;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Col'lllJoOU Council of the
City of Seward, Alaska, that the above captioned Offer of
Grant is hereby accepted; provided, however, that said
acceptance is conditioned upon completion of an advanced
study, the purpose of which is to determine a practical ans-
wer to correcting inflow into city sewer lines, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that installation of water meters as
envisioned in the Offer of Grant will resolve only one as-
pect of the water usage problem and will not effectively
prevent or inhibit such usage wben the water being used is
acting to prevent individual services and mains from freezing.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the City of
Seward, Alaska, this 22nd day of April, 1974.
-
~ ty.~CL_''''--t
Lee McAnerne
Mayor
I
I
1-
ATI'ACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
. I:~~
~City Clerk-Treasurer
YOU'IH WEEK PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Benevolent arxl Protective Order of Elks has designated
the week beg1nn1ng f'By 1st, as Youth Week to honor America's Junior Citizens
for their acc0111'>l1shments, and to give fitting recognition of their services
to Cormunity, State and Nation; and,
WHEm:AS, Seward Lodge No. 1773, B.P.O.E., will sponsor an observance
during that week in tribute to the Junior Citizens of this COnm.In1ty; and,
WHEm:AS, no event could be JlX)re deserving of our support arxi partici-
pation than one dedicated to these young people who represent the nation's
gJ:'eatest resource. and who in the years ahead will assume the responsib1l1ty
for the advancement of our free society; arxl,
WHEREAS. our Youth need the guidance, inspiration am encouragement
which we alone can give in order to develop those qualities of character
essential for future leadership; arxl, go forth to serve America, arxi,
WHEREAS, to achieve this worthy objective we should derJx:>nstrate our
partnership with Youth, our understanding of their hopes am aspirations
arxi a sincere w:U~ss to help prepare them in every way for the re-
sponsibilities am opportunities of citizenship:
10l THEREFORE, I, lee McAnerney, f'Byor of Seward. do hereby proclaim
the l'ieek beginning f'By 1st as Youth Week, and urge all departments of ppv_
ernnent, civic, fraternal arxl patriotic groups, am our citizens g1eneral-
1y, to participate wholeheartedly in its observance.
~M'Gf..JA"..-
lee rtWlerney, 1
Miyor of Seward
ATIEST:
; ,"",
. :...
~ >,'-".:;"
ATTACHED 'TO AND Iv1ADE A PART OF THE
vARD CITY COUNCIL
,ill 16-ftlE -:~~~'
aJ:1es R. ~-f;~
City Clerk-Treasurer
SEWARD, ALASKA
CITY
ORDINANCE NO. 400
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, REPEALING AND RB.ENACTING
CHAPTER 20 OF THE SEWARD CITY COnE RELATING
TO VEHICLES FOR HIRE.
I
THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS:
Section 1. That Chapter 20 of the Seward City Code is
hereby repealed -anti re-enacted to read as follows:
TAXICABS AND OTHER VEHICLES POR HIRE
Sec. 20.1. "Public Vehicle" defined.
The term "public vehicle" as used in this chapter
shall mean taxicabs and driverless vehicles for
hire.
Sec. 20-2. Permit required.
No person or corporation shall operate or loase
a public vehicle without first obtaining all
required state licenses, and a non-transferable
permit from the city to do so.
Sec. 20-3. Issuance of permit.
I
This permit may be issued l)y the ci ty manager
upon proper application. No permit will be
granted unless the cl1ief of police determines
that the vehicles and the operation of the
applicant comply with the provisions of this
chapter. No permit will be issuod to an appli-
cant in arrears in the payment of any sums due
to the city for taxes, utilities. license or
permit fees, or otherwise.
Sec. 20-4. Taxicab Chauffeurs' Licenses.
(a) Requirements. No person sh~tl1 drive a
taxicab without first securing each yoar a non-
transferable chauffeur's license from the city.
The requirements for issuance or renewal of
chauffeurs' licenses shall be as follows:
(1) Possession of a current Alaska driver's
license.
I
(2) Nineteen years of age or over.
(3) Ability to read and write English.
(4) Non-addiction to the use of intoxicants
or narcotics.
(5) Good moral character.
(6) No conviction of a felony for five years
prior to date of application; no con-
",', .',1'""
"',," :.
I
ATTACHED '='0 A'ill 'If/mE A PART 01'1 THE SE1-IA.liD CITY COUNCIL
v'lE lZG~ 45.
" Ja."les R. 'H'il~
L City Clerk-Treasurer
viction at any time of a felony or
misdemeanor involving any SE'X offense,
assaul t with deadly weapon (llr use of or
traffic in narcotics, drugs. er ,:smen fer
immeral pu:rpe3es.~~l
(7) Demonstrated familiar! ty ,.,i th traffic
laws of city and state and demonstrated
ability to drive a taxicab.
(8) Possession of a Social Security number.
(b) Applications; photographs; fees. All appli-
cations for chauffeurs' licenses shall be made
on blanks furnished by the POliC(l department, and
shall include the necessary fees " a photograph of
applicant, and a full set of his fingerprints to
be taken by the police department. The fee for
an original license or yearly renewal shall be
five dollars.
Sec. 20-5. Suspension or revocation of licenses
and permits.
All city licenses and permits which may be issued
under the provisions of this chapter may be
revoked or suspended by the city manager or the
police chief for any of the following reasons:
(1)
(2)
False statement in application,
I
The holder, or his employee or agent,
being charged with or found guilty of a
violation of any provision (If this code
or any other law of the State of Alaska
or the United States.
(3) Conduct which is not conducive to proper
service to the public or tho proper rela-
tionship \Yith any competitive owner or
chauffeur, and
I
(4) Any other reason which demonstrates that
the holder is not a competent person to
furnish ta.xicab services within the city.
The holder of any license or permit ,.hlch has
been suspended or revoked shall surrender it
immediately to the chief of police.
If any holder of a permit shall fall to operate
any or all of the public vehic:1e~; covered by the
permi t for a period of six or mo:re consecutive
days, the permit may be revoked, or modified by
the city manager so as to author:lze only the
number of vehicles actually operated.
Sec. 20-6. Insqrance.
Before any ~ublic vehicle permit is issued,
the applicant shall furnish evidlmce of the
existence of one or more non-canc:elable
policies of insurance, issued by an insurance
...;.., , .~ ",;;'t ~'.. .;,. J. ;v,
I
ATTACHED TO AND ''ltLDE A PARr OR THE SE111ARD crn COUNCIL
( "I' 115/(~
; J3ITles R. PiliD,
City Clerk-Tre~surer
company satisfactory to the city, providing
liability coverage for the ap~licant in at
least the minimum amounts of $50,000.00 per
person/$lOO,OOO.OO per accident for bodily
injury or death, and $20,000.00 property damage.
This insurance policy shall require the insurer
to give written notice to the city at least
five days prior to the cancellation, expiration,
lapse, or other termination of the insurance
coverage.
A sign of a type approved by the city manager,
stating the limits of insurance liability and
other pertinent insurance information, shall
be posted at all times in a conspicuous place
in each public vehicle.
Sec. 20-7. Fares and charges.
The city council may regulate thE! fares and
charges for use of taxicabs and other vehicles
for hire following a public hearing and after
notice to all taxicab operators and other
vehicles for hire. Whether regulated or not,
cab fares shall at all times be conspicuously
posted in the cabs, filed with the city manager,
and nondiscriminatory. Passengers must be
given receipts upon request.
Sec. 20-8. Regulation of number of public
vehicles.
I
The city manager, with council approval, shall
have the power to determine from time to time
the maximum number of public vehicles required.
No public vehicle permits in exc(!ss of that
number may be granted. The city manager and
the city council shall consider the public
necessity and convenience and shall arrive at
their decision by consideration of the
follO\fing:
(a) The demand for such service as shown by
records of the operator requesting
additional public vehicle permits.
(b) The effect of traffic congestion.
ec) Whether the safe use of strl~ets for
vehicular and pedestrian traffic will
be impaired.
(d) Any other facts which the dty manager
and city council may deem relevant.
Sec. 20-9. Inspection of vehicles.
-,
I
Periodically, not less than twice a year and
more frequently if desired, the police depart-
ment shall inspect all vehicles for hire for
compliance with safety standards. No public
vehicle shall be issued a permit until it has
been thoroughly and carefully imspecteu by
-3-
~::,. ",
,~:.:' . ;''''>'~': .1 :~.~
~ - .,.~ ~,,"
,.11,." ''f.
I
ATTACHED Tn A\TlJ fV\D.": A PI\RT 01=1 lHE SEHIlRD CITY COUNCIL
JUT~/l~
. 'Lmes R. 1=Iilin,
Citv Clerk,-Tre3.surer
the chief of police or such other officer as
he may direct, and found to be in a safe,
satisfactory, and sanitary condition for the
transportation of passengers, and found to be
neat and orderly in appearance, both within
and without. If any vehicle for hire is
involved in a collision or accident, notice
thereof shall be given to the police chief and
an inspection shall be made of the vehicle
before it can be again used in service.
Sec. 20-10. Terminals and zones generally.
No taxicab operator shall conduct his business
unless from a terminal or zones, or both.
A "terminal" is defined as a privately owned
station or depot from which taxi(;abs or
vehicles for hire shall operate. A "zone"
is defined as a single parking space on a
city street designated by the city manager,
as a cab zone and approved by the city council.
Sec. 20-11.
Fees for zones; cruising prohibited.
I
Taxicab operators who desire to occupy zones
shall pay a license fee of $100.00 per year
per taxicab, due and payable on the 1st day
of July each year. At the option of the
operator, a fee of $10.00 per month, payable
011 the 1st day of each month, fOlr a total of
$120.00 per year, may be elected.
Cruising, or the practice of soliciting fares
while driving or standing in othc~r than desig-
nated zones, is prohibited. Inviting business
or customers or attracting attentiun of the
public by word of mouth, signal, nods, or
other signs from the taxicab while moving or
going up to the curb for that purpose is
prohibited.
Sec. 20-12. Parking.
No taxicab shall park or stand Oll any street.
other than at authorized zones or terminals,
except while actually en~aged in the loading
or discharge of passengers.
Sec. 20-13. Dispatch Office and records.
Each operator shall maintain a dispatch office
,,,hieh shall be open to inspection by an
authorized representative of the city during
regular business hours, and shall have indi-
vidual telephone service.
Each taxicab operator shall keep and maintain
at all times, a complete and accurate record
of all drivers employed by him, 1",hich record
will show in detail the names and addresses
and the dates of the beginning and termination
of employment of the drivers, the hours worked,
and a record of all days or nights which each
employee was absent from employml,mt. These
I
-4-
,;;-'~"':^'.5,,;L, "._ ,,~.~~~,,~ ,.,.''1>
'~,~ ..:~~~~
:
l\TTl\CHE~ TO NID "{/illE l\ Pl\~T 017 TIill C,E1{l\1=ID r,ITV cnUNCIL
" l'~' /2.~--?-
"rnA:3 li.. H'ilin,
r:~c tv Cle:<>k -T:>:-easurer
records shaW'b~e'oWni for inspection by the
police department at any and all times and
shall not be destroyed for a pedod of three
years. Bach operator shall file with the
police chief at the conclusion of each month's
operation a report which shall include the
following:
(1) Names of drivers now in his employ.
(2) Names of all persons beginni.ng or termi-
nating employment during the month
covered by the report.
(3) List of all taxicabs operated during
the month.
(4) Any other information the police chief or
city manager might require.
I
I
It shall be the duty of each operator to furnish
an adequate number of printed tri.p sheets to the
driver of each taxicab. These trip sheets shall
contain blank spaces for the driver's name, his
license number, the license number of the taxicab,
the date, the time and place at 'II/hieh any passen-
ger engaged the taxicab, the number of passengers,
the time and place at which the passengers were
delivered to their destination, the amount of
fare received, plus any further information that
may be required by the city mananer. It is a
duty of both the operator and driver to insure
that the trip sheets are properly filled out.
The trip sheets shall be returned to the operator,
who shall file them consecutively by date and
retain them as permanent records for a period
of not less than three years. The trip sheets
shall be open for inspection by the police depart-
ment at any and all times.
Sec. 20-14. Refusal to carry pa_ssengers~.
No operator or driver shall refuse or neglect
to convey any orderly person tendering the
proper fare unless previously engaged or unable
or forbidden by the provisions of this chapter
from doing so.
Sec. 20-15. Carrying additional fares when
taxicab is occupied.
When a taxicab is occupied or hind, it shall
be unlawful for the driver to transport or offer
to transport any additional party for a separate
fare, except with the permission of the original
occupant.
Sec. 20-16. Refusal to p~y fares.
It shall be unlawful for any person to refuse
to pay the legal fare of a public: vehicle,
after having hired the same, or to hire the
vehicle without possessing the mcmey with
I
-5-
I
I
I
"""",,1. . ,-. '-c.;',;. ',"'..,.. d
'it'..v-',
I
ATTACHED TO I\~m 'lI\DE n. DL\JiT C,R THEC:EI'JA1'\D CITY r;nUNCIL
'nL~lli '~!A
,JaTYlAS R. "llln,
which to pay the fare or being ah1e t o~t~Vi~lerk"TreasureY'
it at the termination of the trip.
Sec. 20-17. Female Chauffeurs.
It is unlawful for female chauffeurs to drive
or remain in control of any taxicab between
the hours of 7 P.M. and 7 A.M., oxcept as
specifically authorized by the chief of police
or the city manager.
Sec. 20-18. Rules and regulatioJ~
The city manager is hereby empo'''l~red to
promulgate rules and re~ulations " and to
make determinations as to the existence of
facts, in order to carry out the purpose,
and the enforcement of this chapter.
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
, 1974.
--,.. ~ "^.~~ ~
FIRST READING:
SECOND READING:
ADOPTION:
AYBS:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
HUGHES, THORSNESS, LOWE,
GANTZ & CLARK, Attorneys
for the Cl of Seward
By
-6-
.',.;-~",," ('.:,,'-''''.
,-. ..'
.,' ,-t':'.~!,it; ~
AT'l'ACHE!:1 Tn NEJ ''liIDE A. PI\RT OR THE 'flINU'"'Eco I,M' rrHE ::)E1;I/\.RD CITY C!iUlIJ(;IL
VOU" 16 - ;~~
CITY OF SEWARD, ALAS
ORDINANCE NO.
Cl es R. Rili0.,
399 tv I~le.rk--Treasurer
AN ORDINANCB REPEALING ARTICLE II, CHAPTER 8,
OF THB SEWARD CITY CODE RELATING TO REGISTRA-
TION OF VOTBRS.
I
THB CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ORDAINS:
Section 1. That Article II, Chapter 8, of the Seward
City Code which includes Section 8-20 to 8,.23 and which relates
to the registration of voters is hereby repealed.
PASSBD AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of
Seward. Alaska, this day of May, 19H.
L.... A.c.'(~"~1~t 4)
ayor
I
FIRST READING:
SECOND READING:
ADOPTION:
AYBS:
NOBS:
ABSENT:
ATTBST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
HUGHBS,
GANTZ &
for the
THORSNBSS, LOWB,
CLARK, Attorneys
ty of Seward
o
By
I
I
I
I
PAGE 47
47
VOLTJ1'1E 16
assistance. Signed Donald N. Downing, Alaska Supervisor. (2) Letter dated 5/6/74
from Economic Development Administration requesting Da:3sage of a Resolution ac-.
centing the EDA grant offer and extending the deadline until Mav 31, 1974. Sig-
ned C. Mark Smith, Regional Director. Clmr. Hill arrives at this time. (3) Let.
ter dated 4/22/74 from State Department of Envirorunental Conservation commenting
on the poor condition of the Seward Dumn and outlining chanR;es needed to correct
the abuses. Signed Howard R. Keiser, Environmental Rield Officer. (4) Let-
ter dated 4/30/74 from Turbo Energy Svstems, Inc., transmitting the anproved let-
ter contract for installation of generation eouiDment at a cost estimate of
$434,053.00 but not to exceed $485,000.00 Signed Thomas J. '1artin, P.E. (5)
Letter dated 5/6/74 from Seward Little League requestin~ use of a 10' X 30' van
during the baseball season at the ball diamond. Signed Robert D. fuoher, Pres-
ident. Council had no objection. (6) Letter dated 5/9/74 from Clarv Pioneer
Insurance requesting permission to "pigpYback" library insurance on the City's
policy at no cost to the City. Signed Frederick D. Lammers. Council had no ob-
jection.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: IVtrs. Willard Dunham stated the
Clarion should be forced to nay Borough sales tax before being awarded the fore-
closure list bid.
Item 9 - COlli1cil Discussion: (1) Civic Center. ~~yor ~cAnernev reported the
possibility of using the schools in connection with the need for a Civic Center.
She added she hoped the new High School would have a swimning pool and with co-
ordination such facilities could be utilized as a civic center. (2) Clmr.
Vincent reported he was in agreement about the poor condition of the dump and
expected the City to be recovering added exnenses from the Fisheries. (3) Clmr.
Neve' inquired about the status of the 1Nharfage fee for Seward Fisheries and
it was reported to be on the agenda for the next meeting 5/23/74.) Clmr.
Neve' also commented on lack of dog control and the amount of trash on the Citv
streets and in surrounding lots (i.e. Sollv's, Hoogland's, and the Flamingo.)
(4) Clmr. Hulm painted out the poor condition of the old Catholic Church and
indicated it was in need of removal or being boarded up.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action iter~: (1) Resolution No. 902
(see attached,) a Resolution accepting an Econimic Development Administration gr'ant
for water system improvements. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to ap-
prove Resolution No. 902. Passed unanimouslv. (2) Ordinance No. 399, see page 45,
an Ordinance repealing Article II, Chapter tJ, of the Seward Code relating to reg-
istration of voters. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 399 in full. Clmr. HulIn,
seconded by Clmr. Neve I, moved to approve Ordinance No. 399 on second reading and
to advance it to third and final reading. Passed unan:tmously. (3) Ordinance No.
400, (see page 45) an Ordinance repealing and re-enact:tng Chapter 20 of the Seward
Code, vehicles for Hire. The following amendments were initiated and approved:
In Section 20-4(a) (6) delete the words "drugs or women for immoral nurnoses" and
reinsert the words "or drugs." Delete Sect:ton 20-17, Female Chauffers, in its
entirety and renumber Section 20-18 as Section 20-17. Clmr. Dague, seconded
by Clmr. Hum, moved to read Ordinance No. 400, as amended, by title only. Pas-
sed Unanimously. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 1100 bV title only. Clmr.
HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 400 on second
readin?, and to advance it to third and final reading. N[otion passed vJith Clmr I s
Vincent and HulIn voting "no." (4) Resolution No. 903 (see attached,) a Resol--
ution approving the Occidental Pension Plan Contract. Clmr. ~cCloud, seconded by
Clmr. Dague, moved to approve Resolution No. 903. Passed unanL~ously. (5) Res-
olution No. 904 (see attached,) a Resolution designatin?, depository b;mks for
City of Seward funds. Clmr. ~cCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve
Resolution No. 904, Passed unanimouslv.
Item 11 -. CocU1cil Discussion: None
Hill moved to adj ourn. ~'avor ~1cAnernev adj ourned
J ~.. AIJ-~...u .~
Lee IVlcAnerney,
Mayor
4(1..\
PAGE 48
VOLTJlVlE 16
REGULAR MEETING OR MAY 23, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Corrrrron Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for ~lJay 23, 1974 was called to Order by ~lJayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening CerelIDny was led by Clmr. Vincent.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney, Clrrrr>s. Vincent,
Hu1m and Dague. Clrrrr>. McCloud was late and Clmr. Hill was absent.
Item 4 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough
Assembly had approved funds for Economic Development, had approved reconsideration
of transfer of the solid waste powers from the cities to the Borough and had
approved architects for the proposed Seward High School. Clmr. McCloud arrives
at this time.
Item 5 - City Manap';er's Report: (1) The City M3nager presented a mock-up of
the proposed Bennv Benson/Alaska Flap'; Memorial. Clrrrr>. Dague, seconded Clrrrr>.
Neve', moved to approve the model and to nroceed with development. Passed Unan-
imously. (2) The City Manap;er introduced 1Vlr. Al Georp;e, University of Alaska,
who asked for extension of the University's option on Block 5, Oceanview Sub-
division. Clrrrr>. Neve' asked to abstain and Council had no objection. Clrrrr>.
Hu1m, seconded by Clrrrr>. McCloud, moved to support the University Institute of
Marine Science and extend the option on Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision until
November 15, 1974. Passed unanilIDusly with Clrrrr>. Neve' abstaininp;. (3) The
City Manager introduced 1Vlr. Richard Hultberp; who then explained his proposal
for a Seward Swnmer Fun program. Clrrrr>. Neve' seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to
approve the Swnmer Recreation Program and to authorize expenses of UP to $4,000.
passed unanimously. (4) The City lIIJanap;er introduced a Memorandum from the
Harbor Commission recommending payment for wharf construction in the amount of
$66,596.00 with payments spread over five years at the rate of 6% per year on the
unpaid balance. The Manager also reported the Commission sugp;ested a lIDratorium
on additional wharfap;e charges until January, 1976. Clmr. Hu1m, seconded by
Clmr. McCloud, lIDved to approve the Seward Fisheries payment for wharf con-
struction as recommended by the Harbor Commission. Passed unanimously. Clrrrr>.
Neve', seconded by Clrrrr>. Dague, moved to approve a moratorium on wharfage until
June 30, 1975. Motion passes with Clmr. McCloud voting "no."
Item 6 - Communications: Letter dated 5/15/74 from State Planning and
assigning a State I.D. No. to the Seward lVlarine Way Feasibility Study.
Raymond W. Estess, State-Federal Coordinator.
Research
Signed
Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) IVlrs. Willard Dunham
commented on the good presentation made by the City rlJanap;er at the Borough Me-
eting and suggested that staffing be increased to nermit him lIDre latitude in
the discharge of his duties.
Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. McCloud suggested a picnic table be
placed at the Tot Lot. (2) Clmr. Dague reported the Forest Service would be
donating picnic tables to the City shortly. (3) Cl~. Vincent inquired about
the NYC program and it was reported that apnlication for particination had been
made. (4) Clmr. Neve' reported more horses in town and the need for "no fishing"
signs at the lagoon. (5) Clrrrr>. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hu1m, moved to advance
the salary increase date for city workers from July 1st to June 1st, 1974. Passed
UnanilIDusly. (6) Mayor McAnernev suggested investigating the DOssibilitv of
subsidy for older residents needing transportation around town.
Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Ordinance No. 399
(see page 45,) an Ordinance repealing Article II, Chapter 8, of the Seward Code
relating to registration of voters. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 399 in
full. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve Ordinance No. 399.
Passed Unanimously. ( 2) Ordinance No. 400 as amended, an Ordinance ( see page45)
repealing and re-enacting Chapter 20 of the Seward Code, Vehicles for Hire. Clmr.
Neve' seconded by Clrrrr>. Dague, lYDved to read Ordinance No. 400 as amended, by title
only. Passed unanimously. The City Manager read Ordinance No. 400 as amended, by
title only. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dar;ue, moved to approve Ordinance No.
400. Motion passed with Clmr. Hu1m voting "no."
Item 10 - Council Discussion: None
Dague moved to adj oum. lV]ayor ~1cAnernev adj oumed
L....... ..., ~ ...~. ...
Lee 1\1cAnerney, I
Mayor
r
,
~
RESOLUTION NO. 902
WHElEAS, the City of Seward has received an offer of
grant from the Economic Development Administration
for water system improvements, and
WHEREAS! this project is further identified a8 Project
No. 07-ul01394, and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Seward has
determined the project will benefit the community,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT llESOLVED by the Common Council
of the City of Seward, Alaska, that the Offer of Grant
for water system improvements i8 hereby accepted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Resolution No. 901, pas8ed
and approved on April 22nd, 1974, is hereby rescinded.
This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon
passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the C01IlD1Ot\ Council of the City
of Seward, Alaska, this.!:ll.!! day of May, 1974.
AttEST:
/s/ Lee MeAnemey
Lee MCAnemey
Mayor
,.
.~i
" ,/
,
J~e8 R. Fill.p, '-,
City Clerk-Treasurer
. .
"
*,.,
e
-
RESOLUTION NO. 903
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Seward
unanimously approved establishment of a pension
plan for employees on May 29, 1973, and
WHEREAS, that approval has since resulted in the
issuance of a contract providing pension plan
participation through Obeidental Life of Califor-
nia, and
WHEREAS, thi~_ contract is further identified as
No. 50188-Z,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council
of the City of Seward, Alaska, that this contract
be and is hereby approved.
This Resolution takes effect immediately upon
passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Common Council of the
City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th day of May, 1974.
A1'TEST:
t....'-IY\'(<4~<J."-M~
Lee McAnem
Mayor
~/'
., I'"
....-.. , ~ I' f
/ '.-'~-'" . /' >
/James R. Filip,
City Clerk-Treasurer
.J.(::,':'
.-
e
-
,"" i .~,\ \h
. :,[' ; i (''i N'I. ',:,
.f
} ;-( Firn,
l 1
, , )
1.1i,C; f ;:\:,i.T i ":,
~' Ifi!: .~ rTY U~
, pn
, ,
J "~ I
'I. i..': I) Rl..S!)~, \ (
; ~ iL 1- ~
t
Lflt: f:i" ~.t \.itioT\:i :l~-IF'\ 'f
,1~:..1,a \.~(-It 1 'Jl1al h:--l.nK c f "n'" L,.
....,.,. ',c;:.: tt'r''': t " for t11(' j"urj'l~
_ _ 3. '.:; (~C; - - -
,
\,
,r CI,
... t _~..
,_' ,J
\'1" ;
c ~)" t':'I,::--, J
! 1': ~ 1
() ~-
T r; . .
i; ....
;'C ':: l.}
, t
t 1, f'
ma \~
r~ty
'.c. t
" f1i Id.L In ,lny ;111l1-,.i.)r~t 'J:
~::J! :,~'r I provi,icl,.i tL~1r
-i',:~ :'c..'.:;;ts :,,'f tbl It> l~f
:--, l'
s...)\ \ (
. i
'J\,.J (".J
~J _\ ['j, ::: it:;
,- \ ~ '
, ~; .:.:. -
.1 t. e
.,; (. .J '.
. ~ 1: c:-01 ut i :.~ I ll.:l:'.:-lll~ l.n
, ',::' P i) sit t) }' i e ~, i. I n + t 1. ~-.1..; (- ,:'
II' tIle (lep(:sitt)fic~ ;~l~ '.J
> l 1
i m '.\ ~ ~
,II'
~Id'i(t-.- ~~It:
< r '~! ,"
- UE;': 1 :~U' -.r-
; ~ i l ~ 0 n
-.r1
j , ( ~ ' , I
i}\
\,\-.,':j
t I
:;
lit 1 <..-:
:'''~:ulution t;tKC::-
~;>rfl'>\.-t
1. r,l i:~ ( 'j
[J ;.,"
; j}J j C \ ,OJ t
:1, r :'F .. !l bv ~ , '.
; \~ ,) , , , at:
" ..
'.1 i. :.-rl 1 1 , C : V (J f ~iay
7.1 I . L-{ ;. " J ,
'-':::."1 ~)t ~!l~
ISI Lee McAnerney
--M"5-Y-i , ~
.\', TTulm, Vincent, McCloud, Dague, Neve', Hill And McAnerney
\', N.-O- N- E
. \. \!
y~;l~
.):irn(\"~; to, '(jl~' tI
/
I /
1./
\' : t
\ . .1 (' ,.
" ,
u
'itJ:,:."
fnl,~t: I,
t i:\ <
1, '
. (.'.
. ',v L
"1 ...
...:::! f:e,'
1 _.-' ! ti t..
o
..,;"'>\",:J :d
by'... .:.1:';.t.V ~
'J;..t r '! .
.'....t.,i:.,t--'.. .r,~o<'l....t;,.) :
l(-Ul;
I
I
I
PAGE 1+9
VOLlJ1VIE 16
< I ~)
REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 10, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for June 10, 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: Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. HuJm,
Vincent, and Dague. Clmr's McCloud, Hill and Neve' were absent.
Item 4 - Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the Minutes of
May 8, 1974, as presented. Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. HuJm reported the Borough As-
sembly had approved establishment of the North Peninsula Recreation Service Area,
and had approved funds for Fiscal 75 General Government expenditures and Capital
Projects. Clmr. HuJm also reported the Assembly had repealed and reenacted Ch.
14.10 of the Borough Code for selection and procurement of solid waste sites.
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: (1) Last Frontier, Inc., default on the Jesse
Lee Home Redevelopment Project. The City Manager reported the annual payment due
on June 1, 1974, had not been received and indicated the Corporation was re-
presented by its attorney, Mr. James R. Clouse, Jr. Mr. Clouse reported on
the progress of his work to date, indicating completlon of the feasibility study
and correspondence with leading hotel chains for roonl sizes and franchise in-
formation. Mr. Clouse reported Last Frontier, Inc., does not desire to manage
the proposed hotel and finding key factors in such a development has taken longer
than had been anticipated. Mr. Clouse indicated he was ready to proceed with
construction of a camper facility of approximately 50 units (Estimated devel-
opment cost of $700.00 per unit or $35,000.00) if a one year extension ln the
contract would be approved. Mr. Clouse agreed to tender the annual payment if
the extension could be agreed upon. Mr's. Larry Urbach asked for a definition
of a "camper park" and Clouse indicated his proposal followed along the lines
of the Tesoro Station ln town and was not intended for long term visitation
or permanent guests. Mrs. Melvln Deck reported she could not understand why
the City d:i.d not have the check. Mr'. Clouse answered saying he was unwilling
to pay and then find the contract in default. Clouse polnted out if his request
were granted the Corporation would begin immediately and would also clear the
area of debris. Mr'. Larry Urbach suggested Council obtain a performance bond
on the extension. Mrs. Larry Urbach asked lf proposed hotel construction were
still 10 or 20 years away. Mr. Clouse indicated prel:iminary architectual draw-
ings were being completed this week. Mrs. Patricia Wllliams stated the proposal
did not rrake much sense to spend so much for so little return. Mr'. Clouse an-
swered that he was "boxed into one season." Mr's. Larry Urbach expressed the
opinion the area was too nice to be used for a camper park for two years. Mr'.
Norman Waggy stated "A camper park is ok by me." Mayor McAnerney asked for the
administrative recommendation and the City Manager recommended the contract
should be carried into default. The opportunity to request an extension in
time prior to the June 1st deadline and the terms of the contract should be blnd-
ing. Clmr. Dague took the position the Corporation had acted within the spirit
of the contract and a one year extension would be reasonable. Clmr. HuJm, sec-
onded by Clmr. Vincent, moved to table the extenslon request untll more members of
Council would be present. Motion failed with Mayor I'IcAnerney votlng "no." Clmr.
Dague, seconded by Clmr. HuJm, moved to approve a one year extension ln Paragraph
e (eight) of the Contract for Sale and Development of the Jesse Lee Home Property.
Motion passed unanlmously. (2) The City Manager reported H. V. Lounsbury and
Associates would not be present as originally planned. (3) The City Manager
publicly thanked Mr'. Victor Mahan for hls work around the City Hall planting
the flower boxes each year and keeplng lt attractlve to look at. (4) The City
Manager asked to include items 10-2, Bid Award, Pick-up truck and statlon wagon;
and 10-3, Proclamation supporting wrestlers Tressler and Martln; to tonight's
agenda. No objection.
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 5/30/74 from the Environmental Pro-
tection Agency encloslng a copy of the draft wastewater discharge permit for the
City of Seward. Signed Lloyd A. Reed, Chlef, Permits Branch. (2) Letter dated
5/22/74 from State Department of Communlty and Regional Affairs reporting the
Alaska State Geographic Board approved the renami.ng of Iron Mountain to Mount
Benson. Signed Byron 1. Mallott, Chairman, State Geographic Board. (3) Letter
dated 6/5/74 from Department of Highways reporting $75,000.00 had been approved
for expenditure on the Resurrection River Road. Signed B. A. Campbell, Com-
missioner. Council had no obj ection to allowing Mr'. Herman Leirer supervise the
JU
PAGE 50
VOLUME 16
work on this project. (4) Letter dated 6/3/74 from Seward Little League re-
questing reimbursement for fencing at the ball diamond. Signed Robert Booher,
President. No objection. (5) Letter dated 6/7/74 from James B. Lawson to the
Seward Harbor Commission requesting reconsideration of the request to use herring
floats and a small building to pack bait herring at the Harbor. Signed James B.
Lawson. (6) Letter dated 6/7/74 from Climco Constructors indicating the Lawson
herring proposal would not conflict with new float construction scheduled for this
year. Signed Robert D. Anderson. Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. HuJm, moved
to approve the use but to double the clean-up deposit. Passed unanimously.
Item 8 - Council Discussion and Public Hearings: Mrs. Pat Williams stated she
felt insufficient notice had been given regarding the Last Frontier, Inc., pro-
posal to locate a camper park at Jesse Lee Heights. Mrs. Williams also reported
horses were becomming a problem in Seward. Mr. Willard Dunham suggested Last
Frontier, Inc., should be responsible for boarding up the Jesse Lee Home to pre-
vent accidental injury to trespassers.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: Clmr. Vincent asked if approval had been given to
allow the pressurized building at the Boat Harbor. No permission had been gran-
ted. Clmr. Vincent also reported on a bus which has been parked in the Harbor
area for an extended period and which is being used for living quarters. Clmr.
Hulm reported on a beach loading operation which took place last week. No infor-
mation on the item was known to the City Manager.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Proclamation-
Alaska Publishers Association (see attached.) The City Manager read the Proc-
lamation in full. (2) Bid Award - Pick up truck and station wagon: The City
Manager read the bids for the trucks as follows: Friendly Ford - $ 3,850.00 ;
Alaska Sales and Service - $3,920.00; Hartley Motors - $3,820.00. The City
Manager read the bids for station wagons: Friendly Ford - $4,250.00; Polar
(AMC) - $4,403.00; Alaska Sales and Service - $4,110.00; Hartley Motors -
$4,090.00. The City Manager recommended bid award to the low bidder in each
case - Hart ley JVbtors, Palmer. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to
approve the low bids as recommended. Passed unanimously.
Item 11 - Citizens' Discussion: None
Hulm moved to adj ourn. JVayor McAnerney adj ourned
...... ,\&. c.a H.. .. ..
Lee McAnerney, 1
Mayor
REGULAR MEEI'ING OF JUNE 24, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Cormnon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for June 24, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:31 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by McCloud.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were: Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs. McCloud,
Vincent, Hulm and Dague. Clmr I s Hill and Neve' were absent.
Item 4 - Mayor McAnerney opened the joint meeting with the Harbor Commission.
(1) Roll was called and those present were Chairman Weimar, Commissioner I s Bennie,
Anderson and Getman. Commissioner Pollard was absent. (2) A general discussion
regarding the operation and maintenance of the Harbor and Inner-Harbor facilities
followed. Principal items of the discussion were collection for services, metering
of electricity, parking for campers and non-campers, and use of an inflatable
building for boat repair. Council and Commission agreed on a flat rate charge
of $5.00 per day for the inflatable building and did not object to the administ-
ration policy of permitting only service vehicles to use the area immediately
South of the Harbor JVaster Building. A primary need seemed to be the addition
of more personnel to the Harbor staff, but it was pointed out the expense invol-
ved and the need to make the Harbor self-sustaining. The Commission agreed to
make a review of current Harbor charges and to make recommendations for change. (3)
Mayor McAnerney adjourned the joint meeting and thanked the Commissioners for their
effort in working on Harbor problems.
Item 5 - Clmr. Vincent, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the Minutes of
May 13th, May 23rd and June 10th, 1974, as presented. Passed unanimously.
CITY
A'PrACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
:VOLUME 131-~AG ~
/(. ')
O F S E W A R Dames R. Fihp,
City Clerk-Treasurer
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
PROCLAMATION
I
WHEREAS, the ALASKA PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION will
meet in Seward in observance of their annual
convention, and
WHEREAS, we are pleased to host the members and
guests of the ASSOCIATION, and
WHEREAS, we recognize the value of the collective
contribution made to Alaska and the Nation in
having a free and vital propagation of news to
all,
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Lee McAnerney, Mayor of Seward,
do hereby extend official welcome to the members
of the ALASKA PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION on behalf of
the City Council and residents of the City of Seward.
Dated at Seward, Alaska, this 10th day of June,
1974.
I
..........,"C~
Lee McAnerne1
Mayor
;;;'
. . II, 17
( . ames R. F~
/City Clerk-Treasurer
\./
I
I
I
PAGE 51
Volume 16
;d
Item 6 - Report of the Borough Asselllplymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough As-
sembly had met in Soldotna on June 18th, 1974. Hulm reported the Assembly in-
troduced Ordinance 74-32 providing for the direct election of Assemblymen from
cities at the option of the cities, and passed Resolution 74-37 supporting aid
to communities having federal installations within their boundaries. Hulm also
noted approval of membership in the Alaska Municipal League and continued van-
dalism of Borough school buildings.
Item 7 - Ci.ty Manager's Report: (1) The Ci.ty Manager requested the addition of
the following items to tonight's agenda: 11-8, Ordinance No. 401, A Special
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, declaring an emer-
gency and providing for the amendment of Chapter 21, Trailers and Trailer Courts;
11-9, Approval of Alaska Skill Center plat; and 11-10, Approval of transfer of
liquor license for the Pioneer Bar and Pioneer Liquor Store from Estell to Romack.
(2) The City Manager commented on Council Memorandum 74-3 requesting a staff
adjustment. The City Manager requested Council approve of the addition of the
position of Assistant City Manager. The position would, the City Manager con-
tinued, allow better supervision and enforcement of the City's responsibilities
and obligations. Members of the Council indicated advertsiement for the position
would be appropriate but no approval was granted creating the posi.tion.
Item 8 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 6/13/74 from Economic Development
Administration transmitting copies of the project manual Requirements for Approved
Projects. Signed Ross Manley, Chief, Technical Support Division. (2) Letter
dated 6/7/74 from State Department of Environmental Conservation reporting un-
satisfactory conditions at the Seward Dump and demanding action within 15 days.
Signed M3.x C. Brewer, Commissioner. The Ci.ty Manager reported four laborers had
been hired to remove wind blown debris in the trees and brush surrounding the dump.
(3) Letter dated 6/12/74 from Ely, Guess & Rudd reporting Parsons v. City of
Seward had been settled out of court for $4,000.00. Signed Richard W. Garnett
III. (4) Letter dated 6/22/74 from Mrs. Dale R. Lindsey regprding the alledged
lease violation in connection with the construction of a corral without City per-
mission indicating disagreement with the City Manager's assessment of the vio-
lation. Signed Carol Ann Lindsey. (5) Letter dated 6/18/74 from Federal Av-
iation Administration indicating sufficient room for aircraft operation in the
Small Boat Harbor but suggesting the addition of signs warning boaters of the
possibility of aircraft use in the Harbor. Signed Joseph D. Pyper, Jr. Principal
Operations Inspector.
Item 9 - Citizens' Discussion & Public Hearings: (1) Mrs. Beverly Dunham
thanked Council for assistance in helping with the Alaska Publishers Convention
held the week before. Mrs. Dunham commented on the need for improved street
cleaning and enforcement of anit-litter ordinances against habitual violators.
(2) Mr. Herman Leirer agreed with Mrs. Dunham suggesting "local businessmen
were too busy making money to work on cleanup."
Item 10 - Council Discussion: (1) General Discussion was held regarding the
direct election of the City's representatives to the Borough Assembly. Opinion
was evenly divided between the benefits and objections to the proposal. (2)
General discussion was held regprding advertising at the ball diamond. The Admin-
istration objeqted to the proposal on the basis of control and equality. Clmr.
Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to permit the advertising on the ball
diamond grounds. Motion passed with ClllIr'. Vincent voting "no." (3) Clmr. Mc-
Cloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to draft an ordinance requiring street num-
bers on all buildings. Motion failed with Clmr's McCloud, Vincent, and Hulm
voting "yes," Clmr. Dague and Mayor McAnerney voting "no." ( 4 ) Members of the
Council indicated agreement with the fact that 4th Avenue was in need of cleaning.
(5) Council finally reviewed the "horse problem" in the community but no decision
relative to the matter was discussed and no action was initiated.
Item 11 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Clmr. Hulm,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 905 (see attached) a
Resolution for Non-Receivable-Miscellaneous Accounts - December 1973. Passed
Unanimously. (2) Clmr. McCloud, seconded by ClllIr'. Hulm, moved to approve Res-
olution No. 906 (see attached), a Resolution for Non-Receivable-Miscellaneous
Accounts - March 1974. Passed Unanimously. (3) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr.
McCloud, moved to direct the administration to draft a contract for consulant
engineering services with Artic Environmental Engineers for presentation on July
B, 1974. Passed Unanimously. (4) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved
to approve the proposed contract with the Alaska Public Employee's Association
for non-I.B.E.W. city workers for a three-year period. Motion passed with Clmr.
Vincent voting "no." (5) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to ap-
prove City sponsorship of the Senior Citizen Transportation Project as proposed
by the administration. Passed unanimously. (6) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr.
1":) oj
, ....
PAGE 52
VOLUME 16
McCloud, moved to approve the purchase of Lots 5, 6, and 7, Block 11, Cliff Ad-
dition includin a tract of land a roximately one acre in size adjacent to the
proposed Alaska Flag Memorial site for 2,900.00 f'rom Mr. Herman Leirer. Passed
Unanimously. (7) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Can-
cellation of the 14% clause in the current garbage contract with Seward Service
upon transfer of the solid waste facilit to the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Passed
Unanimously. Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ord-
inance No. 401 (see attached) an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Seward, Alaska, declaring an emergency and providing for the amendment of Chapter
21, Trailers and Trailer Courts. Motion failed with Clmr's McCloud, Dague and
Mayor McAnerney voting "yes," Clmr I s Vincent and HulIn voting "no." (9) Clmr.
Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the Alaska Skill Center Tract
C-l. Passed Unanimously. (10) Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. HulIn, moved to
approve application for transfer of liquor license for Pioneer Bar and Pioneer
Liquor Store f'rom Estell to Romack. Passed Unanimously.
Item 12 - Citizens' Discussion: Mr. Herman Leirer commented that Council had bet-
ter watch out in connection with the Last Frontier proposal to redevelop the Jesse
Lee Home properties. He stated he felt it shouldn't be transferred to anybody and
there should be no mobil homes or trailers in town.
Item 13 - Adj ournment : Clrrrr'. Dague moved to adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
t meeting at 12:2 .M.
w...~"C..' h .I~
Lee McAnerney, 7
Mayor
REGULAR MEEI'ING OF JULY 8, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for July 8, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M.
I tern 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clrrrr'. Dague.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney, Clmr' s Dague,
McCloud, Neve', HulIn, and Vincent. Clmr. Hill was absent.
Item 4 - Clmr. McCloud moved to approve the Minutes of June 24, 1974, seconded
by Clmr. HulIn. Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clrrrr'. HulIn reported the Borough As-
sembly had enacted Emergency Ordinance No. 74-38 providing for the issuance of
$2,075,000.00 in bonds for refunding school obligations, had defeated for the
second time a proposal to district the Peninsula and had approved Resolution 74-38
urging permission be granted for oil drilling to commence off Cape Kasiloff.
Item 6 -City Manager's Report: The City Manager reported he had been approached
by a Harbor patron to set a seasonal rate at less than the cost usually charged.
Council felt the request should be channeled through the Harbor Corrmission and
the fee was left unchanged. The City Manager requested deletion of the Carr-
Clemons en assignment of lease (Item 10-2) and addition of Bid Award (Item 10-4)
for Lots 4, 5, 6 and 7, Block 12, Original Townsite. No objection. The City
Manager asked if Council still wanted a floor rail at the rear of the Council
table to prevent a spill and Council replied in the affirmative.
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 7/2/74 f'rom Mayor of Obihiro con-
firming details of the Student Exchange Program. Signed Kengo Tamoto, Mayor.
(2) Letter dated 6/24/74 f'rom Department of Public Safety indicating uniform
traffic laws are required to be in effect as of August 12, 1974. Signed James
P. Wellington, Corrmissioner. (3) Letter dated 6/26/74 f'rom Office of the Gover-
ner indicating alcoholism programs in the State were to be fully funded. Signed
William A. Egan, Governor.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mr. Ben Suddath ex-
plained to Council that he felt he was responsible for the resignation of Harbor
Master Murl Trevethan. Suddath added he was using and had paid for a space to
park a van to use for storage. Suddath continued that Trevethan "was the best
Harbor Master in the state and I am sorry to see him resign so close to retirement."
II"
e
e
.'
THE CITY OF SEWARD
RESOWI'ION NO. 905
NOll, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Mmager and the City Clerk-
Treasurer are hereby instructed to charge off' as uncollectible the accounts
following in the sum of Three Thousand Four Hundred Seven And 32/100
($3,407.32) Dollars and that the same shall be striken from the accounts
receivable of the City of Seward:
MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUNTS - NON RECEIVABlE - I:>ECEMBER 1973
DEP. SAIES LATEST
APPLIED NAME ELECTRIC WATER GARBAGE TAX 'IDI'AL BIILED
DA'lE
12/72 Ainsworth, Alice lee AE 45.33 6.75 3.90 1.77 57.75 12/73
6/72 Anderson, !ale DE 74.59 -0- -0- 2.06 76.65 4/73
Anderson, !ale AD 15.20 -0- -0- .40 15.60 1/73
12/72 Bagge, Carl DE 15.52 -0- -0- .33 15.85 6/73
11/72 Belden, Edward DE 67.33 -0- -0- 1.91 69.24 12/73
4172 Binghurst, John DE 19.98 3.40 1.95 .59 25.92 6/73
5/72 Burmeister, Wayne DE 70.89 -0- 6.44 3.11 80.44 6/73
5/72 Campbell, John R. AE 191. 22 -0- -0- 4.06 195.28 4/73
9/11 Chambers, Roland DE 7.05 -0- -0- .44 7.49 4/73
5/71 Coghlan, Jack DE 43.72 16.80 9.63 2.34 72.49 4/73
10/'(1 Coghlan, Jack DE 1.19 .68 -0- -0- 1.87 4/73
7/'i2 C,;apiuishi, Dorothy DE 7.67 -0- -0- -0- 7.67 4/73
] 0/'(2 Davenport, L. S. AE 46.57 7.43 -0- 1.07 55.07 6/73
Sin Dr,.::.8e:>.u, Barbara AE 60.99 15.54 7.16 2.21 85.90 12/73
II'! 3 F.~sr.!lal1, Joy DE 43.25 -0- -0- 1.47 44.72 12/73
10/71 Film, D::mna DE 58.29 14.86 7.70 2.08 82.93 6/73
2/'f3 Gl;);;c;n, Dave DE 47.14 -0- -0- 1.24 48.38 1/73
7/70 Gilnert., Perrine DE 57.50 -0- 4.13 1.40 63.03 1/73
10/71 GJ~:lves, Lou Ellen DE 3.30 -0- -0- -0- 3.30 1/73
9/'71 Glenn, Mike AE 24.45 10.15 5.75 1.40 40.75 l2/73
7/71 C',(1guen, Bernard AE 131. 36 -0- -0- 2.78 134.143
8/72 GraJ-l.?JIl, Walter DE 22.93 6.75 3.90 .71 34.29 12/73
'i/72 Gi~Ggg, CIL'1ton DE 39.40 7.43 3.85 1.78 52.46 6/73
8/'f2 G:ci1'fin, Jim lee DE .32 -0- -0- -0- .32 4/73
5/73 Grinder, Robert DE 8.18 -0- -0- .09 8.27 10.73
9/'f2 Guerrero, Ellen AE 75.80 10.83 6.24 2.57 95.44 6/73
H.'lllmny, Anthoney DE 30.80 -0- -0- .79 31.59 4/73
10/72 Hankins, John V. DE 30.94 -0- -0- 1.17 32.11 4/73
1/72 HemphUl, JVbrjorie DE 48.20 18.60 5.51 1.63 73 . 94 4/73
9/71 Hodson, Richard DE 6.50 6.75 3.50 .58 17.33 1/73
3/72 Hower, Craig AE 94.53 18.26 9.45 3.66 125.90 12/72
H/73 Jakobsen, Seven DE 38.59 19.11 8.58 1.38 67.66 10/73
11/'71 Johnson, Tracy AE 26.08 3.40 1.75 .87 32.10 1/73
9/71 Keating, Richard AE 63.22 14.86 7.16 1.45 86.69 12/73
6/"71 Kirpatrick, Shirlie AE 133.61 17.92 9.28 4.35 165.16 6/73
9/'{2 K1.ey, V:f.c DE 31.55 14.86 8.58 1.65 56.64 6/73
4/T3 Kama Khuk, Hansel DE 37.87 -0- -0- .75 38.62 4/73
1~.. ''7:: M"!~'nl, ,Joyce DE en 5.30 -0- -0- -0- 5.30
Meyer, Noble DE OR 1.58 -0- -0- -0- 1.58
1/73 Metcalf Cash Grocery CE 108.03 -0- -0- 2.33 liO.36 6/73
3.1:;"3 MIller, tvarg:u>et DE 5.36 -0- -0- -0- 5.36 6/73
5/'(2 Milligm, M1chael AE 23.55 3.40 1.95 .89 29.79 1173
"'I..... ';"'7? M::mfils. Priscilla DE 46.45 -0- -0- 1.19 47.64 12/73
J.'~I 1,-
10/71 McDonald, Virginia AE CR 8.90 -0- -0- -0- 8.90
91'{1 fllcIntyre, Harold DE 7.00 -0- -0- -0- 7.00 1/73
11/73 Olsen, Rangerald AE 14.99 -0- -0- -0- 14.99 10.73
10/72 Onasquzuk, Frank DE 10.38 -0- -0- -0- 10.38 6/73
'l/'{2 Patrick, Ebbert DE 17.88 -0- -0- -0- 17.88 12/73
9/'(2 Pauli, George DE 6.36 -0- -0- .18 6.54 9/72
. . e ~
J
11/72 Richart, Vicki AE 5.35 -0- -0- -0- 5.35 4113
1/73 Ronne, Sherry DE 24.11 3.40 1.95 .51 29.97 1/73
9171 Root, Donald AE 12.77 -0- -0- -0- 12.77 4173
9/73 Rough, Dick DE 9.14 -0- 3.90 .18 13.22 8/73
3/72 Rusti~, Helen DE 144.96 -0- -0- 3.30 148.26 6173
10/72 Sanders, Ron AE 30.46 -0- -0- -0- 30.46 12/73
8172 Seeds, Osrran AE 15.84 -0- -0- -0- 15.84 6173
3/71 StarT, lVRurice DE 38.56 17.58 9.l0 2.35 67.59 6173
10/72 Stbddard, Robert DE 9.66 -0- -0- -0- 9.66 6/73
8/72 Stone, Ellis DE 15.99 -0- -0-'- .62 16.61 6173
12171 Suddath, Ben AE 132.53 18.60 9.63 3.95 164.71 12/73
6171 'Ihome, Robert DE 17.39 3.74 1.93 .35 23.41 1.73
10/71 UlOO, Roy DE 62.43 -0- -0- 1.44 63.87 1/73
W. W. Low:lng CE 57.42 -()- -0- -0": 57.42 6/73
9171 Walp H. G. AE 72.68 11.17 5.78 2.35 91. 98 1173
1/72 Webster, Charles DE 67.53 14.86 3.85 2.02 88.26 6/73
8/72 West, William DE 18.58 -0- -0- 1.l3 19.71 6/73
11/71 Westbrook, Alan DE 7.98 -0- -0- -0- 4.98 6173
8/71 Wilson, JVbna CE 99.74 11.16 11.60 3.62 126.12 1/73
Wood, Floyd DE 8.00 -0- -0- .18 8.18 6/13
Wood, Floyd DE 12.67 -0- -0- .29 12.96 4/73
5/72 Worchester, Frank Jr. DE 28.88 -0- 5.85 .:.2L 35.72 7/7
TOTAL $2,858.07 $298.29 $169.00 $81. 96 $3,407.32
BREAK OOWN
KIND & NUMBER EI..E'CI'RIC WATER GARBAGE TAX TOTAL
DE - (47) $1,362.13 $148.82 $90.35 $42.23 $1,643.53
AE - (22) 1,230.75 138.3l 67.05 33.78 1,469.89
CE - (3) 265.19 11.16 11.60 5.95 293.90
TOTAL $2,858.07 $298.29 $l69.00 $81. 96 $3,407.32
AND BE rr FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager and the City Clerk-Treasurer
are further instructed that should any of these accounts be paid, then such
paid accounts shall be rev! ved in the n:anner set out in applicable rranuals
prepared by the Municipal Accounting Association, Federal Power Corrmission,
or Federal utilities CoImlission, except utility or miscellaneous receivable
accounts upon which non-appealed Ju~nt has been entered by the Alaska Court
System as uncollectible by the City of Seward, which accounts shall be writ-
ten off forever. This Resolution shall be effective imnediately upon pas-
sage and approval.
Passed and approved by the CoIlilDn Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
this 24th day of June, 1974.
/S/ Lee McAnerney
Lee McAnerney, Mayor
A'ITESI' :
/! - THE CITY OF SEWARD -
RESOLtJrION NO. ~
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City M:l.nagel" and the City CleI'k-
Treasurer are hereby instructed to charge oft as mcollectible the accomts
following in the sum of Two Thousand Two Hundred Ten and 20lldO
I
($2,210.20) Do11ars and that the same shall be stl"iken ft"om the accomts
receivable of the City of Seward:
MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUNI'S - NON RECEIVABIE - MARCH 1974
rATESI'
DEP SALES BILIED
APPLIED NAME EIECTRIC WATER GARBAGE TAX TOI'AL DATE
1/74 I.arry A.l1drews DE 7.02 7.02 1/74
10/73 Robert Berg AE 56.10 6.75 3.90 1.51 68.26 12/73
4/73 John Cait'ncross AE 19.07 19.07 12/73
9/73 Josephine Cantrell AE 53.76 .63 54.39 10/73
7/73 Bill Consway DE 10.00 10.00 8/73
4/73 Gary Davenport DE 24.49 .53 25.02 6/73
10/13 Cleatha DeWitz DE 40.45 40.45 12/73
8/73 Craig Dov!ell DE 5.17 5.17 10/73
1174 Raynond Doyle Jr. AE 32.03 .97 33.00 2/74
1/74 Eciward Flajo1e AE 175.76 15.43 8.19 4.61 203.99 11/13
7/'{3 Terry Gatewood AE 65.43 10.15 5.85 2.43 83.36 l2/T3
5/73 Donald Goguen DE 96.45 14.86 8.58 3.32 123.21 6/13
Lester Gossage DE 1.33CR 1. 33 CR 9/73
1/74 Sara Gottschalk DE 8.70 8.70 1/74
11/73 Theres Holmes DE 2.85 2.85 11/13
11/73 Jerry Jennings DE 1.26 1.26 12/13
Joseph Keffrreyer DE 12.78 .32 13.10 5/13
9/73 Katie Kennedy AE 34.77 6.75 3.90 1.47 46.89 12/13
12/73 Igr.atius Keyes DE 46.11 1.37 47.48 1/74
7/73 Gerald M3.han AE 29.41 6.75 1.95 1.18 39.29 12/13
*2/74 Joy M:l.jor DE 56.22 1.70 1.18 59.92 1/74
7/73 Byron McDonoogh DE .17 .17 6/73
1/74 Wesley McM:l.th DE 22.23 .18 22.41 1/74
12/73 JVlichael MJore DE 45.68 1.06 46.74 1/74
11/73 Loyle Mullenix DE 1.37 1.37 12/13
*1/74 Pioneer Bar CE 269.07 38.50 13.20 7.01 329.78
-0- Chet Prsulx DE 6.78 6.78 9/73
10/73 Seward Bakery CE 309.16 42.53 20.90 10.53 383.12 10/13
11/73 Jeane Shaw DE 36.71 2.00 1.16 39.87 1/74
-0- Robin Smith DE 6.00 .18 6.18 12/73
Eric Starr DE 41.41 15.40 8.75 2.15 67.71 11/13
9/73 Jane Stone DE 4.70 4.70 12/73
10/73 Virgil Summers DE 32.04 4.47 1.95 .58 39.04 10/73
Mrs. El veyn Swetne.n DE 12.38 4.00 .49 16.87 11/73
12/'(3 Randall Thornsley DE 12.47 .22 12.69 1/74
9/','3 Roy Turner DE .18 .18 10/13
12/'73 Gary Rathbun AE 30.38 4.0 .67 37.00 12/13
5/73 William Ross AE 68.50 10.15 3.90 2.46 85.01 12/73
7/73 Tom Rudnick AE 31. 92 6.75 3.90 1.76 44.33 12/73.
'{ /'13 Gil Vandermark DE 26.98 10.15 5.85 1.53 44.51 12/73
11/73 Dayna A. Wood AEl1l4 .65 15.43 8.19 5.43 143.70 12/13
TOTAL $1,835.01 1212.07 $102.96 $55.45 $2.210.20
~
~
BREAK DOWN
KIND & NUMBER EIECTRIC WATER GARBAGE TAX TV TCYl'AL
DE - (27) $545.71 $48.88 $27.13 $14.97 $2.00 $638.51
AE - (12) 711.78 82.16 41.73 23.12 -0- 858.79
CE - (2) 578.23 81.03 34.10 17.45 2.00 712.90
TCYl'AL $1,835.72 $212.07 $102.96 $55.45 $4.00 .$2,210.20
* TV charge $2.00
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager and the City Clerk-Treasurer
are further instructed that should any of these accounts be paid, then such
paid' accOants shall be rev! ved in the nenner set out in applicable rranuals
prepared by the l<lm!cipal Accounting Association, Federal Power Conmission,
or Federal Utilities Conm1ssion, except utility or miscellaneous receivable
accounts upon which non-appealed jud~nt has been entered by the Alaska Court
System as uncollectible by the City of Seward, which accounts shall be writ-
ten off forever. This Resolution shall be effective1nmed1ately upon pas-
sage and approval.
Passed and approved by the COJmDn Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
this 24th day of June, 1974.
IS / Lee MeA nerney
I.e~ M:Anerney, f<ayor
ATl'EST :
~?~
Jares . F1i ,
City Clerk-Treasurer
ATrACHED 'ID AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
GE 53 - VOLUME 16
mnes ;<:i~
RESOLUTION NO. 907
I
WHEREAS, various Alaska local goverrunents have benefitted from payment of
federal funds in lieu of taxes to compensate for revenues lost to the pre-
sence of federally-owned, tax-exempt lands within their boundaries, and
WHEREAS, House Resolution No. 12225 provides for the continuation of federal
support under existing shared revenue programs or acceptance of a payment
based on 90 percent of the assessed value of private lands within a gov-
ernmental unit, and
WHEREAS, it is important to proceed with Congressional field hearings as
soon as possible,
NOW THEREFDRE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, endorses House Resolution No. 12225 and urges Rep. l'IbITis K. Udall,
Chairman of the House Interior Subcommittee on the Environment, to schedule
and hold field hearings on this legislation as quickly as possible, and
BE IT FURTHER. RESOLVED that copies of this Resolution be sent to the Hon-
orable Philip E. Ruppe, Ranking Minority Member, Subcommittee on the En-
vironment and The Honorable Ibnald E. Young, Congressman for Alaska.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
this 8th day of July, 1974.
I
L~ tVl' (L->U.'4~
Lee McAnerney,
M9.yor
ATI'EST:
mnes R. Filip,
City Clerk-Treasurer
I
I
I
I
PAGE 53
VOLUME 16
- ...)
~) ,)
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Mayor McAnerney reported the Alaska Municipal
League Board of Directors had met in Homer and had discussed pipeline impact.
Mayor McAnerney also reported she had attended the Shipper's Conference in Juneau
and had asked why Seward was not being used by the Alaska Railroad. Railroad
Manager Johnston had answered that problems had arisen with longshoremen but
added the equipment was "good." Clmr. Neve 1 suggested a meeting with Northern
Stevedoring and Handling Corporation and local railroad representatives. It
was decided to hold the meeting in private. Mr. Byrl Getman asked to have the
Harbor Cormnission included in the meeting. The Mayor replied it would be "taken
into consideration." No action was taken on the request. (2) Members of Council
and the City Manager discussed the problem with staffing but no decision was
made. It was decided to hold the requested work session with local transportation
representatives on Monday, July 15th, and to discuss personnel matters at that
time.
Item 10 - Resolutions Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No. 907
(see attached) a Resolution supporting passage of House Resolution No. 12225, and
federal payments-in-lieu of taxes. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. HulIn, moved to
approve Resolution No. 907. Passed unanimously. (2) Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clrnr.
Neve', moved to approve Amendment No. 1 to Contract for Sale and Development of
Jesse Lee Home Property, Payment of Contractors. Passed Unanimously. (3) Bid
award, LDts 4, 5, 6 and 7, Block 12, Originial Townsite. The City Manager re-
ported the bids for this parcel were $7,200.00 (Mr. Vance Hitt,) $4,800.00 (Mr.
Joharm funic,) and $2,210.00 (Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. McCabe.) Clmr. HulIn, seconded
by Clmr. McCloud, moved to award the bid to Mr. Vance Hitt. Passed Unanimously.
Item 11 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mr. John Durkin indicated "All of you are
rurming for reelection and not a fisherrran likes what is going on. You're shoving
the Trevethan affair nnder the rug." (2) Mrs. Pat Williams asked that public
comment be solicited before an administrative staff adjustment was made. (3)
Mr. Willard Dunham requested Council consider paving a portion of the Forest
Acers road near the wye if the Airport runway or Nash Road paving jobs are a-
warded.
Clmr. McCloud moved to adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney ad-
9:04 P.M.
t.. 14. .& 14.t"...,
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
REGULAR MEEI'ING OF JULY 22, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Conncil of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for July 22, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney 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 McAnerney, Clmrs. HulIn,
McCloud, Dague, Neve', and Vincent. Clmr. Hill was absent.
Item 4 - Clmr. Dague, Seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the Minutes
of July 8, 1974, as presented. Motion passed with Clmr. Neve' voting "no".
Item 5 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Borough
Assembly had taken action approving the direct election of Assemblymen from
first class and home rule municipalities at the optioCl of the commnnities.
Item 6 - City Manager's Report: The City Manager reported television service
had been restored, but added that additional work was still to be done at the
translator site. The City Manager reported he and the Chief of Police had been
invited to attend an International City Management Association conference be-
tween mangers and chiefs of police and if Council had no objection both would
attend (no objection.)
Item 7 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 7/10/74 from City of Obihiro re-
porting the visitation of the Japanese exchange stude.'1ts to Seward. Signed
Kengo Tomoto, Mayor. (2) Letter dated 7/11/74 from Headquarters, Alaska Army
J<f
PAGE 54
VOLlJIV1E 16
National Guard requesting a representative to serve on the Armory Board from
the City Council. Signed Farris E. McIver, MAJ, A.R, Comrranding. Councilmember
Vincent agreed to serve on the ArrrDry Board as Council representative. (3)
Letter dated 7/19/74 from Alaska State Fair reporting Monday, September 2nd
has been dedicated as Mayor McAnerney, City of Seward Day and asking Mayor
McAnerney to be present. Signed John Hale, M:mager. (4) Letter dated 7/19/74
from Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz, and Forssen, expressing interest in the proposed
4th Avenue Dock Improvement Project. Signed David G. Fritz, Executive Vice-
President. (5) Council Memorandum dated 7/18/74 from Planning and Zoning Com-
mission requesting Tract 2, Seward Waterfront Tracts be reserved as a parking
area for downtown shoppers (Council requested this be put on the agenda for the
August 12th meeting.)
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mr. Ed Hatch expressed
concern at the resignation of the Harbor J'vhster and stated he "didn't like to
see Seward without a Harbor J'vhster." Mr. Hatch suggested Council reinstate Mr.
Trevethan. (2) Mr. Mark Walker agreed with Mr. Hatch and added Trevethan should
be persuaded to stay.
Item 9 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Hulm expressed his desire to see truck
and van traffic halted on 4th Avenue. He thought signs at 4th and Armstrong and
4th and Jefferson would correct this problem. (2) Clmr. Hulm reported enforce-
ment procedures regarding loud mufflers was lacking and should be tightened up.
(3) Clmr. Dague stated he felt it would be appropriate to publish the rm.intenance
costs of the television translators in the local paper. (4) Clmr. Vincent ex-
pressed concern over the increase in the number of horses in town and thought the
Planning and Zoning Commission should consider the problem. (5) Clmr. Vincent
indicated the need for a crosswalk at Third Avenue near the Jaycees Tot Lot and
asked that a call be made to speed things along.
Item 10 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Clmr. Dague,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the assignment of lease from Carr
to Clement for Lot 4, Marina Subdivision. Passed unanimously.
Item 11 - Council Discussion: (1) Additional discussion regarding the person-
nel policies and practices of the City were discussed by the Council, the City
Manager and several citizens regarding the resignation of the Harbor J'vhster and
the events leading to it. Clmr. Neve' requested an Executive Session with the
City Manager and the Harbor J'vhster.
Item 12 - Council recessed and reconvened in Executive Session at 9:45 P.M.
Mayor McAnerney adj ourned the Executive Session. Clmr. Dague moved to adj ourn.
Mayor McAnerney adj ed the meeting at 9:55 P.M.
~~....................
Lee McAnerney, 1
Mayor
REGULAR MEErING OF AUGUST 12, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Corrrrnon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for August 12, 1974 was called to Order by J'vhyor McAnerney at 7: 30 P. M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Neve'.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were J'vhyor McAnerney, Clmrs. Neve',
Vincent, Hulm, Dague and Hill. Clmr. McCloud arrived late.
Item 4 - J'vhyor McAnerney officially welcomed the Japanese exchange students
from Obihiro, Mr. Akihiko Konishi and Mr. Shigehiro Kishida. Clmr. McCloud
arrives at this time.
Item 5 - Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Mc Cloud, moved to approve the Minutes
of July 22, 1974, as presented. Passed unanimously.
Item 6 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported on the Borough
Assembly meeting and noted the advance refunding procedure for 1963 school bonds
would save the Borough approximately $1,000,000.00.
Item 7 - City J'vhnager's Report: The City Manager reported receipts of $19,600.00
and disbursements of $14,386.00 in connection with the television translator in-
I
I
I
PAGE 55
VOLUME 16
..- ..-
~) .)
stallation, leaving a cash-on-hand balance of $5,214.00. Without objection, Res-
olution No. 908 was added to tonight's agenda.
Item 8 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 7/30/74 from Department of Highways
indicating signs "Children Playing" would not be allowed on Third Avenue near
the Jaycee Tot Lot. Signed Jack Spake, Central District Engineer. (2) Let-
ter dated 7/24/74 from Kenai Peninsula Borough indicating Burton Carver and
Company would be handling the Seward Landfill Operation. Signed Stanley F.
Thompson, Borough Mayor. (3) Letter dated 7/24/74 from The Entertainment Center
requesting city assistance in repairing the Civil Defense generator at the radio
station. Signed W. E. Fletcher. (4) Letter dated 6/12/74 from Beverly Dunham
requesting Council to wire the Governor objecting to the possibility of Seward
Airport paving funds being diverted to other areas of the State. Signed Beverly
Dunham. Comlcil had no objection to the wire being sent.
Item 9 - Citizens' Discussion & Public Hearings: (1) Public Hearing - 4th
Avenue Ibck Study: Mayor McAnerney opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Brent Whit-
more, Mr. Byrl Getrran, and Mrs. Pat Williams expressed confidence in and sup-
port for the proposed study. The City M3.nager reported Northern Stevedoring
and Handling Corporation had offered to participate in the study to the amount
of $6,000.00 (Information received verbally from Mr. Gale Shingleton.) Clmr.
Vincent queried Council about the priority of the item. Clmr. Neve' cited the
need for prompt action and expressed hope for additional funds from the State
once the project was underway. Clmr. Hulm expressed support for the project.
Mrs. Carol Bennie also supported the expenditure at this time. With no one else
being present who desired to be heard on this topic, I~yor McAnerney closed the
Public Hearing. Clmr. Neve', seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the
Ibck Feasibility Study to be completed by the firm of Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz and
Forssen at a cost not to exceed $20,000.00 and within the criteria of the State
Division of Watersand Harbors. Passed unanimously.
Item 10 - Council Discussion: (1) Administrative staffing was discussed by
members of Council with the City Manager. No decision was reached. (2) Clmr.
Neve' noted the electrical problem with Chugach Electric Association was a
"moral and a legal issue." Clmr. Vincent agreed and indicated the City should
pursue the possibility of taking its case before the Public Utilities Commission.
Clmr. Dague expressed concern for looking at the possibility of membership or
participation as a Rural Electric Cooperative. Concensus of council opinion de-
termined the approach to follow was 1.) work toward a hearing before the Alaska
Public Utility Commission (The City Manacer indicated the City would have standing
as a "consumer" before the Commission); 2.) explore Rural Electrification Ad-
ministration (R.E.A.) assistance; and 3.) work with consultants from R. W.
Beck and Associates, Seattle, to bring the issues into sharpest focus. (3)
Clmr. McCloud reported he felt the need for improving maintenance of the City's
streets. (4) Clmr. Hulm reported he was in favor of regularly scheduled air ser-
vice to Seward and noted the need for navigation aids to support the establishment
of air service to the community. (5) Clmr. Hulm noted the need to insist the
State Department of Highways restore the Nashroad paving proj ect . Mayor Mc-
Anerney indicated the Borough should be involved first since Nash Road is out-
side the City Limits for most of its route. Council had no objection to Bor-
ough involvement in the issue. Lowell Point Road was discussed and information
exchanged that it was included in the State system but to date no confirmation
of this fact has been received.
Item 11 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Bid Award -
Fire Station painting. The City Manager read the bids - Northwest Painting
Service - $;~, 708.00; Gene McColgin - $900.00; Briggs Construction - $1,525.00;
D. E. Wood - $880.00; Marvin Matthews - $575.00; and Paul Paquette - $875.00.
The Manager recommended acceptance of the low bid of IlJatthews. Clmr. Dague,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to award the bid to Iilr'. Matthews. Passed u-
nanirrously. ( 2) The Planning and Zoning Commission I1emorandum dated 7/18/74
requesting Tract 2, Seward Waterfront Tracts be withdrawn from the lease market
and retained for public parking purposes adjacent to the commercial district was
read. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to withdraw Tract 2 from the
lease market as requested. Passed unanimously, (3) Electric line truck purchase
authorization was requested on behalf of the Electric Department by the City Manager.
The Manager presented several cost estimates and reported a used truck and aerial
bucket was available, that the equipment would serve the needs of the City and that
in checking the market, the purchase appreared appropriate to recommend to the
Council for action. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hill, moved to approve pur
chase authorization of a demonstrator aerial bucket truck from Robblee Utilities
Equipment Company, Seattle Washington, at $29,000.00. Passed unanimously. (4)
Resolution No. 908, a Resolution requesting the Kenai Peninsula Borough to expend
'"' ('
~) )
PAGE 56
VOLlJ1VIE 16
$30,000.00 in support of construction of the Resurrection River Road. Clmr. Neve'
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 908 (see attached).
Passed Unanimously.
Item 12 - Citizens' Discussion: No one present desired to be heard at this time.
Councilmember Hill moved to adj ourn. M3.yor McAnerney
at 10:00 P.M.
.... IIt.&G"~'''?
Lee McAnerney,
M3.yor
REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 29, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Conm::m Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for August 29, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7: 31 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Vincent.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were M3.yor McAnerney, Clmr's Vincent,
McCloud, Hulm, Dague and Neve'. Clmr. Hill was absent.
Item 4 - Report of the Borough Asseblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported on action taken
by the Borough Assembly. No items of local interest were reported.
Item 5 - City M3nager's Report: The City M3nager requested permission to add
six items to the agenda as follows: 9-1 Approval of Beck Project - Survey of
Operation and M3.intenance. 9-2 Approval of Beck Proj ect - Assistance in purchased
Power Arrangements. 9- 3 Approval of Beck Proj ect - Consulting Services. 9-4
Approval of Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz and Forssen 4th Avenue Dock Study. 9-5 Ap-
proval of Engineering and Professional Services contract for sewage projects
with Arctic Environmental Engineers. 9-6 Approval of Engineering and Profes-
sional Services contract for water projects with Arctic Environmental Engineers.
Council had no objection to the addition of these items to the agenda.
Item 6 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 8/23/74 from U.S. Forest Service
transmitting an approved copy of a permit allowing change of bridge width for
the Resurrection River Road project. Signed Victor R. Lonn, Recreation and
Lands M3nager.
Item 7 - Council Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mr. John Durkin reported
he was in favor of the reestablishment of Derby Limits during the annual Seward
Silver Salmon Derby.
Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Vincent reported Dick Beissner (Alaska
Builders) was behind in his work on the foundation for the new electric service
building. (2) Clmr. Neve' reported he would be meeting with University person-
nel regarding their needs for dock improvements at the 4th Avenue facility. (3)
Clmr. McCloud commented on the need for extensive road work in the comrmmity and
added that many roads needed gravel to be brought in instead of being removed
little by little each year. (4) Clmr. Vincent cited the need for prompt action
on the development of a well to augment present water sources in the Seward area.
He added he felt the tank could be delayed but wanted to see speedier action on
drilling the well.
Item 9 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Approval of Beck
Project - Survey of Operation and M3.intenance: Clmr. Dague, seconded Clmr. Hulm,
moved to approve the work order. Passed unanimously. ( 2) Approval of' Beck
Project - Assistance in Purchased Power Arrangements: Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the work order. Passed unanimously. (3) Ap-
proval of Beck Proj ect - Consulting Services: Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr.
Dague, moved to approve the work order. Passed unanimously. (4) Approval of
Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz and Foressen 4th Avenue Dock Study: Clmr. Neve', seconded
by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the study. Passed unanimously. ( 5) Approval
of Engineering and Professional Services contract for sewage projects with Arctic
Environmental Engineers. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Neve' moved to approve
the sewage projects contract as presented. Motion passed with Clmr. Vincent voting
A'ITACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEWARD CITY COUNCIL
. j' OLUME 16 1AGE~~.-
~. I( .<~.
, ., / I.-r- ~
, James. Fili6,
l,/ City Clerk-Treasurer
RESOLUTION NO. 908
I
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska, the Kenai Peninsula Borough
and the City of Seward have cooperated in the construction
and developoont of the Resurrection River Road, and
WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough has received funds
from the State of Alaska for IDeal Service Roads and
Trails, and
WHEREA.::l, a portion of these funds my still be available
for road construction purposes.
N<M, ~RE, BE IT RESOLVED by the ConIIDn Council of the
City of Seward that the Kenai Peninsula Borough Asseni>ly is
hereby requested to support the experxliture of Borough funds
in the a.m:>unt of $30,000.00 for the continued construction of
the ResUITection River Road project.
Passed and approved this 12th day of August, 1974.
LM ~ C-....a..... "..,
tee McAnerney,
M:lyor
I
A(F:~.
/1iJ _ ~
./~ '
. J~s R. Fi1:1p,
{ City Clerk-Treasurer
I
I
I
PAGE 57
VOLlJlVIE 16
;)7
"no". (6) Approval of Engineering and Professional Services contract for water
projects with Arctic Envirorunental Engineers: Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr.
Dague, moved to approve the water projects contract as presented. Passed unanimously.
Item 10 - Council Discussion: (1) Mr. Ed Hatch commented on the exessive amounts
of water being discharged into the srmll boat harbor by Seward Fisheries and re-
ported this action causes excessive ice to form in the winter allowing d.arrRge to
boats. (2) Mr. John Durkin asked if water meters could be seen at Seward Fisheries
and expressed doubt the carmery was being metered as it should. (3) Mr. Wayne
Heinbaugh suggested the City install a water ram in Lowell Canyon to provide copious
quantities of excellent water to the good people of Seward. (4) Mr. Wayne Hein-
baugh e),:pressed great concern for the drainage problem he is faced with next to the
home he occupies and asked for the alley to be rebuilt to its original height.
According to Heinbaugh, the City has consistently removed rmterial from the alley
and the drainage has been altered to his detriment. VJr. Heinbaugh expressed his
intention to seek legal relief if action was not immediately taken by the City.
The City Mlnager responded with a proposal to seek engineering assistance to at-
tempt to settle the matter on an equitable basis but noted Mr. Heinbaugh has re-
fused to permit a drainage easement across a vacant lot north of his dwelling.
Council had no objection to providing engineering review of this problem. (5)
Mrs. Carol Bennie asked that the engineer also inspect the alley behind the
Standard Station for drainage problems as well. (6) Mr. Ed Hatch noted the
corner at Diamond and Birch in Forest Acers was in need of almost constant care
and might benefit if the engineer looked at that too.
Item 11 - Adjournment: Councilmember McCloud moved to adjourn. Mayor McAnerney
a 'ourned th eet' at 10:22 P.M.
J u .'(j.~.~... i
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
REGULAR MEE1'ING OF SEPI'EMBER 9, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for September 9, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:30 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hill.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mlyor McAnerney, Councilmembers
Hill, Hulm, Vincent, Dague, Neve', and McCloud.
Item 4 - Report of the Borough Assemblymen: Clmr. Hulm reported the Executive
Committee of the Overall Economic Development Program had passed Resolution 74-2
requesting the State of Alaska conduct a State wide census in 1975. Clmr. Hulm,
seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved that the City of Seward support the proposal.
Passed unanimously.
Item 5 - City Manager's Report: The City Manager requested the addition of Item
9-1 to tonight's agenda, Approval of Permit for Authorized Games of Chance and
Skill for Seward Women's Bowling Association (no objection).
Item 6 - Communications: (1) Letter dated 9/3/74 from Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz
and Forssen outlining the proposed 4th Avenue Dock Study items. Signed David G.
Fritz, Executive Vice President. (Council had no objection to the execution of
the letter agreement as proposed). (2) Letter dated 9/6/74 from R. W. Beck and
Associates outlining work to be completed under Work Order SS-1352-EGl - MW.
Signed George H. Dickson, Principal Engineer. (Council had no objection to the
work proposed). (3) Letter dated 3/30/74 from the Turbo Energy Systems, Inc.,
outlining work to be accomplished in connection with the installation of the new
generator and associated switching required to put the generator "on line". Signed
Thorms J. Mlrtin. (Council had no objection to the proposal.) (4) Specification
No. 40305-1 (Revised 8/30/74) from Turbo Energy Systems, Inc., for 15,000 volt
switching operation between the City Power Facility and Chugach Electric Associa-
tion, Inc. (5) Letter dated 9/3/74 from Borough Clerk Frances Brymer providing
the names of the 1974 Judges and Clerks of Election. Signed Frances R. Brymer.
Item 7 - Citizens' Discussion & Public Hearings: (1) Mrs. O. E. Darling expres-
sed concern over the fact she pays taxes at the city rate for land within the City
{j:)
PAGE 58
VOLUME 16
Limits but land which is not recelvlng a fair share of benefits. (2) Mrs. O. E.
Darling expressed concern over the growing problem with horses and asked Council
to see to it something was done.
Item 8 - Council Discussion: (1) Clmr. Neve' reported a hole was developing at
the dock approact South of the Harbor Master's Building, and that garbage was
allowed to accwnulate at the end of D float. (2) Clmr. Hulm asked that a letter
be written to the Governor indicating the City's expectation the Nash Road paving
proj ect would be carried out. (3) Clmr. Dague inquired about the status of the
Heinbaugh drainage problem and the City Manager reported the request for assistance
was transmitted to Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz and Forresen, and that action would be
taken during the week of September 23rd. (4) Council discussed the proposed ne-
ed for annexation of Fourth of July Creek and concurred with the information set
out in a Council Memorandwn from the City Manager dated 9/9/74. Council had no
objection to the Memorandwn being forwarded to the City Attorney for follow-up.
Item 9 - Resolutions Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Approval of Application
for Permit for Authorized Games of Chance and Skill for Seward Women's fuwling As-
socation. Clmr. Hill, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the application.
Passed unanimously.
Item 10 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mrs. Pat Williams expressed her sentiment
that perhaps the Fourth of July Creek annexation proposal was for too much land,
that perhaps one day we would want to gp North with the City Limits. (2) Mrs.
Beverly Dunham asked if the furough School District was ever going to fix the heat
controls in the Grade School. Clmr. Hulm reported the project had been passed
around from the Borough Attorney and the Borough Chairman (Nordale and Nevarre)
to the engineers without satisfaction and now it was too late to hold the arch-
itect responsible.
Item 11 - Adj ourrunent : Clmr. Dague moved to adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
t meeting at 8:40 P.M.
W 1i,-&U1.....t ~
Lee McAnerney,
Mayor
REGULAR MEEI'ING OF SEPI'EMBER 23, 1974
Item 1 - The Regular Meeting of the COmrrDn Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
for September 23, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:31 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney and Clmrs. Hulm,
McCloud, Vincent, Dague and Jr. Mayor Branson Clmrs. Hill and Neve' were absent.
Item 4 - Joint Meeting with Harbor Commission: Mayor McAnerney opened the joint
meeting with the Advisory Harbor Commission. The City Manager noted the presence
of Chairman Weimar, Commissioners Anderson, Bennie and Pollard. Commissioner Get-
man arrived late. Chairman Weimar reported on the series of bottom soundings
he had taken along the 7th Avenue beach approximately 100 yards offshore. The
soundings indicated irregularities in depth along the entire route. Chm.. Weimar
indicated the information could support the eventual enlargement of the ex-
isting Harbor by approxirrately 33% and gain an additional three years before ad-
ditional facilities might be needed. Chairman Weimar reported inner harbor bot-
tom conditions were good with the possible exception of the area right below
the fish elevator which may be silted in. Chairman Weilmr indicated he would
check this area in the future for signs of decay or additional material. Corrnn.
Bennie commented that some boats at the transient float were not being charged
for tie-up. She cited the need for space for use of an inflatable structure
for the boat repair, the need for better care of the showers and toilets, the
need for reserved parking, the need for better parking fee collection and perhaps
an illustrative map showing harbor facilities. Commissioner Anderson reported the
lighted bouy was helpful in preventing boaters from hitting it during the night
hours. Commissioner Getman arrived at this time. Chairman Weirrar indicated one
gpal of the Commission was to provide enough additional revenue to add one more
full-time employee to the Harbor staff to provide better service and security
to the patrons there. Following the Harbor Commission's discussion and report
to Council, Mayor McAnerney opened the meeting to public participation. Mr.
Linne Bardarson reported Seward Fisheries does not discharge any liquids into
I
I
I
PAGE 59
VOLUME 16
5 ~)
the Small Boat Harbor with the exception of the hose water used to wash down
the wharf and dock surfaces following use. Mr. Norrran Waggy noted the need
for better control of the parking area East of 4th Avenue and North of the
Harbor Master's Building and suggested the possibility of establishing a height
restriction to keep oversize vehicles from using the area. Mayor McAnerney ad-
journed the joint session and called the regular City Council Meeting to order.
Item 5 - A correction on Page 54, Volwne 16, August 12, 1974, Item 6, was noted.
In the last line delete "$1,000,000.00" and insert $26,620.00". Clmr. McCloud,
seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the Minutes as corrected. Passed un-
animously.
Item 7 - City Manager's Report: The City Manager requested the addition of Item
11-1: Resolution No. 909, a Resolution of The City Council of The City of Seward,
Declaring that the annexation of sections 11, 12, 13, and 14, Township 1 South,
Range 1 West, Seward Meridian, and sections 7, 8, 9, 16, 17 and 18, Township
1 South, rang 1 East, Seward Meridian, to The City of Seward is in the public
interest, and directing the City Administration to file a petition with the local
Boundary Commission in accord with 19 AAC 10.010 to effect this annexation.
Item 11-2: Proclamation - Alaska Skill Center Day. Council had no objection
to the additions. The City Manager confirmed the following schedule for Oct-
ober: Election Day - October 1st; Canvas meeting - October 2nd at 4:00 P.M.;
Special Council meeting - October 7th at 7:30 P.M.; Joint Meeting with the Plan-
ning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday, October 9th at 7:30 P.M. No other meet-
ings of Council scheduled due to the absence of the City Manager for the last
two weeks of October and the Mayor during the last week of the month. It was
agreed the City Manager would arrange transport for the newly acquired electric
line truck and would attend the Alaska Municipal League Conference in Juneau on
October 29th through November 1st. The Council had no objection to the Manager's
request for one week of annual leave (October 14 through the 18th inclUSive).
The City Manager reported efforts to improve the television translator serving
Seward were only partially successful. The new anter~a was installed but poor
weather conditions dictated the evacuation of the technician before final ad-
justments could be carried out. The technician, according to the City Manager
intends to return and spend one full day in bringing the signal to better quality.
The technician reported to the City Manager the translator for Channel 13 was
turned off due to interference from the Sterling area. These problems coupled
with the terrain and location of the Channel 2 transmitter have continued to plague
the system but work will continue as weather permits. The City Manager reported
he had talked to the railroad and the railroad indicated the need to utilize the
100' right of way for storage for pipeline related ffi3.terials. The City Manager
requested Council consideration to permit use of the North Harbor parking area for
this purpose until April 30 when better disposition of boats presently in the
right of way could be made (no objection).
Item 8 - Cormnunications: (1) Memorandwn dated 9/17/74 from the Kenai Peninsula
Borough calling attention to the need for resolution of the zoning question
for the cormnunities on the Peninsula. Signed Stanley F. Thompson, Borough Mayor.
Council agreed to meet with the Planning & Zoning Corrrnission on October 9th to
work out a local response to the Memorandwn. (2) Maile;r8In dated 9/14/74 from
Senator Stevens soliciting suggestions on ways to control inflation. Signed
Ted Stevens. Council discussed the problem and decided the following points
should be sent in reply: Control wages and prices one hundred percent (100%);
reduce interest rates; place restraints on federal spending; and establish im-
proved credibility between the government and the governed. (3) Letter from
Mr. Bob McCabe informing the City of the Alaska Skill Center's Open House sch-
eduled for October 3rd, 1974. Signed Bob McCabe, Open House Co-ordinator.
Item 9 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mr. Norrran Waggy re-
ported it was necessary to find out what was wrong with TV. He indicated his
phone was ringing constantly (he fixes TV sets) and he had no information. The
City Manager indicated only the service technician was familiar with the problem
and that as information was passed to the city it would be passed on to the public
via radio and the newspaper. (2) Mr. Bryl Getrran asked about the status of the
Chugach Electric contract problem and the City Manager reported no change had
taken place since the last report. (3) Mrs. O. E. Darling asked about the
status of the animal control ordinance regulating horses and punctuated her
remarks with color photographs showing horse rranure scattered along the front
of her business on 4th Avenue. The City Manager reported the draft copy of
the proposed ordinance was completed and if Council had no objection it could
be published in a future issue of the newspaper prior to being presented to
the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council (no objection). (4)
Mr. Wayne Heinbaugh reported dogs and geese deposit filth on his property every
day and he is tired of cleaning it up. Mr. Heinbaugh also indicated displeasure
GU
PAGE 60
VOLUME 16
with the municipality regarding the drainage problem in the alley between 5th
and 6th, north of Madison. Heinbaugh reported his house was "sinking" and said
he would fill the alley in himself if assistance from the City was not immediately
forthcoming. The City Manager reported engineers from Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz
and Forssen would be in Seward on Wednesday to inspect the area and to recoIImend
needed adjustments as appropriate to control excess runoff from rain or spring
breakup. The City Manager asked JVlt:>. Heinbaugh to be present during the in-
spection if at all possible. JVlt:>. Heinbaugh responded with a request to the City
Council to direct the City Manager to write to Holland, Michigan, for details
on windmills to solve the City's electric problem. Heinbaugh reported he had
the information but wouldn' t give it to the City under any circumstances.
Council did not respond to the request and Mayor McAnerney gavelled Heinbaugh
out of order when Heinbaugh questioned the City Manager on a personal matter.
Item 10 - Council Discussion: (1) C1mr. HuJJn inquired about the repair work
to the KRXA evergency generator and the Manager reported it had not been car-
ried out yet. (2) C1mr. McCloud expressed interest in seeing Harbor person-
nel provided with uniforms. The Manager did not object but action was not
initiated. (3) C1mr. Vincent reported he felt some of the office staff at
City Hall were absent for extended periods and asked it it were being abused.
C1mr. Vincent also noted the request from Seward Fisheries for continued oc-
cupation of the trailers in the industrial zone and suggested the request should
be denied. (4) C1mr. Dague inquired about the status of the Jesse Lee Home
development project (no change) and asked if the rail cars with scrap could be
roved to a less visible location away from Third Avenue (Seward Highway). (5)
Clmr. Hulm noted the proposed annexation of the Fourth of July creek area was
not in concert with the recoIImendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission
Wherein private lands were included in the annexation but the Commission
had suggested they be excluded. The City Manager reported the knowledge of
the Commission was limited regarding the total amount of land in private owner-
ship and cutting out the private property would result in generally weakening
the proposed annexation request.
Item 11 - Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action items: (1) Resolution No.
909 (see attached) a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
declaring that the annexation of sections 11, 12, 13 and 14, Tbwnship 1 South,
Range 1 West, Seward Meridian, and sections 7, 8, 9, 16, 17 and 18, Township
1 South, range 1 East, Seward Meridian, to the City of Seward, is in the public
interest, and directing the City Administration to file a petition with the local
Boundary Commission in accord with 19 AAC 10.010 to effect this annexation. After
discussion with property owner Oscar Johnson, C1mr. Vincent, seconded by C1mr.
McCloud, moved to table Resolution No. 909 indefinitel Passed unanimous 1 .
2 Proclamation see attached - Alaska Skill Center Day. The City Manager
read the Proculamation for the record.
Item 12 - Council Discussion: (1) Mayor McAnerney reported she had attended
the Alaska Municipal League Board of Directors meeting in Valdez to discuss pend-
ing legislation with the Legislative Committee of the League. (2) Mr. John
Durkin cOIImended C1mr. Vincent for watching the dollars during Vincent's term
on the Council. (3) JVlt:>. Heinbaugh complained the City Manager can't do justice
to three jobs he has. Heinbaugh also complained the City Manager had suggested
he "sellout and get out."
Item 13 - Adjournment:
t meeting at 10:19 P
~
C1mr. Dague moved to adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
k__ IY1~ (J......v1..iJ._.-vv'~_..:...
Lee McAnerney, I
Mayor
SPECIAL MEETING OF OCTOBER 2, 1974
Item 1 - The Special Meeting of the Corrmon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for October 2, 1974 was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 4:20 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by C1mr. McCloud.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney, and C1mrs. Hill,
McCloud, and Neve'. Clmr. Hulm was absent. C1mr's Dague and Vincent were excused
absent.
,
e
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKi\
RESOLUTION NO. 909
\ J '>;l.UTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TlfL CITY OF :-;! ~\ \1
\ L\ -;1\.\, m:CLARING THAT THE ANNEXATIO!~ (IF ')FeTl (11\'-; I:,
l:, 13 A:\D 14, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RAN(;!: 1 hFST, 51\\ \I<i
\ifRTllIA.'1, AND SECTIONS 7,8,9,16,17 AND 18, TO\\:>lllP
I SOlJIll, RANGE 1 EAST, SEWARD MERIDIAN, Tel TI[I l:Jf':
(iF SL\\'ARIJ IS IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST, AND llTRICTI\:, Till
ell Y ADMINISTRATION TO FILE A PETITION WITH IIIL 1,(1(\1.
BI'II'\DARY COMMISSION IN ACCORD WITH 19 AAC 11:. U I 0 TO
l:F1U:T TillS ANNEXATION
WIlEREAS, the City Council of the City of SCl\ard, Ala.", '.
!;a~ cons idered the question of the annexation of Section" iI,
1:, 13 and 14, Township 1 South, Range 1 West, Seward \kri,:];:I:,
.;r,d 5l'-:tions 7,8,9,16,17 and 18, Township 1 South, Ran~l' I
L:i,t, Seward Meridian, to the City of Seward, and
WHEREAS, the elty Council has determined that it is liktl.
1 J-,ll future growth and development of the Ci ty, both res i(IL:, t ,ll
:Ll,1 in,lustrial, will occur within thl:' territory, and annl'.\:ll ".:
l.r ~hl' territory will enable the City to ?lan for .lnd ,"llt:L,j
tlldt den'lopment beginning at this tim!.'.
:;(Wi, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED h.ll!! (TIY LOUNCrr -, IJiI
I ]1'1 ('IF SEWARD, ALASKA, THAT:
,Section 1. It is in the publ ic interest to 11l1neX SCl.t lC'!
. 12", 13 anti 14, Township I South, Range 1 West, '-;C'v,Jrd
" I"lllIan, and Sections 7, 8, 9, 16, l~ Jnd 18, To\\nc;h1i' I <"'UlJ1'1,
., 'C' I r.a~t, Seward Meridian, to the City of c;C'\<iarJ.
Section 2. The City Manager and City.\t1orney :11'<: :lllti!('rlHI'd
,!,.I clT-ic'ctedtO prepare a petition to effec1 1" this llnll< ,\<.t j"ll ;,
.,_1'1 \.Jtl1 19 AAC 10.010, and to file this pctlti"n 1\.lt1' the' InLet!
IIldary l:ommission for action.
1'.\S:-.Fl1 A\'ll APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OFlIIl ell) Of C;U,,\IW,
"1.\SKi\, tlll:-- 23rd day of September, 1974.
CITY OF...,~..E~ARD, Al.\~.
..,! .
. ,
,
,
,
~
Bv
Mayor
.I;SI:
:~' .(-ll~-l-T--
.'T"llI.d a~ to lorm:
,III'" IIIOf,'-;\i.-;'o, LUWE,
. \\1::: !j (" L\ in.:
'." nr:"L~'\', ~ 1_' r t:~c
'1\ .() ".: '.,:
~/ {,~_. rW
......M/Att. ) :../ -....
, ,.!I!\. . i ,. l-:ohus
\ '
1 I
I
,
C IT Y 0 F S'E WAR D
CITY MANAGER CA 4-5214
pl. O. .OX 337
COMPTROLLER CA 4-521e
SEWARD, ALASKA 99664
INFORMATION CA 4-5215
CITY POLICE
CA 4-5201
.
PmcLAMATICtl
WHEREAS, the Alaska Skill Center offers vocational
training to students frail allover the state, and
WHEREAS, students enrolled 10 training at the Center
have benefitted frcm contact with residents of the
carmunity, and
WHEREAS, it is :1mportant for the residents of SewaIXi
to be aware of the work conducted at the Center,
:NCM, 'IHEREFQRE, I, Lee McAnemey, Mayor of Seward,
do hereby proclaim 'Ihursday, October 3m, 1974, as
ALASKA SKIlL CEN'IER DAY
and urge all citizens to attend the Alaska Skill
Center Open House scheduled for that evening.
.
4A "..fA.... ., 7
Lee McAneme
Mayor
c
I
I
I
PAGE 61
() 1
VOLUME 16
Item 4 - Canvass of the ballots of the October 1, 1974, General Municipal Election.
In the presence of the City Council acting as a Canvassing Board along with Judges
of Election Sanna G. LeVan and Winnifred Leirer, the City Manager opened the ballot
boxes and presented the poll books and registration list for Precinct No.1. The
totals were compared and found to be in agreement. No one present desired to question
the totals for Precinct No. 1. The procedure was carried out for Precinct No.2 with
the same result. The City Manager then presented the nine (9) absentee ballots
received prior to 3:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 2,1974. The Canvassing Board sig-
ned the affidavit transferring the absentee ballots for counting. The City Manager
then presented five questioned ballots reporting the ballots for Roland Briggs,
John Simuti.s and David Suddath had been checked and proper registration verified
while the ballots for Christine Person and Edna Sivertsen had been checked but proper
verification from the Southcentral Election Supervisor's office could not be ob-
tained. The City Manager recoillTIended the ballots for Briggs, Simutis, and Suddath
be counted and the ballots for Person and Sivertsen be rejected for lack of proper
registration. The Canvass Board did not obj ect to the recoillTIendation. The
Absentee ballots and the accepted questioned ballots were rrrrxed. The exterior
identification envelopes were reIlDved and the ballot". were mixed again. The
blank envelopes were then removed and the ballots opened for counting. The
City Manager notified the audience it was permissable to stand and observe the
handling of the absentee ballots. The votes cast were tallied, added to the
previous totals and the following results were reported for the Minutes:
COUNCIL - 2 Year Term
Precinct 1 Precinct 2 Absentee Total
58 91 4 153
107 142 9 258
82 141 7 230
79 133 6 218
Byr 1 A. Getmm
Bernard C. HulIn
Robert J. Lutz
Roy F. Roehl
WRITE-IN CANDIDATES
Dale Clemens
Hernan Leirer
Wm. C. Vincent, Sr.
o
o
o
1
o
o
o
1
1
1
1
1
C lI!1l:"'. Neve', seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to certif'y the totals as correct
and to declare the candidates HulIn, Lutz and Roehl as the duly elected members
of the City Council. Passed unanimously. The City Manager asked if anyone present
desired to contest the election. No one spoke.
I tern 5 - Adj ournment : Clmr. Hill moved to adj oum. Mayor McAnerney adj ourned
th meeting at 4:44 P.M.
lu fit' u.lA<' 'vw..L
Lee McAnerney ,r
Mayor
SPECIAL MEEI'ING OF OCTOBER 7, 1974
Item 1 - The Special Meeting of the COillTIon Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for October 7, 1974 was called to Order by M=lyor McAnerney at 7:31 P.M.
Item 2 - The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud.
Item 3 - Roll was called and those present were M=lyor McAnerney, Clmrs. McCloud,
Dague and Neve'. Clmr. Hulm was excused absent. Clmrs. Hill, Vincent and Jr.
Mayor Branson were absent.
Item 4 - Mayor McAnerney noted the absence of the Motion to approve Resolution
No. 909 in the Minutes and the City Manager explained the motion was "lost" when
Resolution No. 909 was tabled. The City M=lnager explained it would not serve any
purpose to include the Motion unless affirmative or negative action was taken by
the body on the item. Council had no objection to the explanation. It was noted
for the record Clmr. HulIn had voted "no" on the tabli:'lg motion. The Motion passed
with four affirmative votes.
()~
PAGE 62
SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 7, 1974
SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 15, 1974
VOLlJlVJE 16
Item 5 - Swearing-in Ceremony: The City Manager swore Councilmembers-elect Robert
J. Lutz and Roy F. Roehl into office. Mayor McAnerney presented the newly sworn
members with Certificates of Election and both members took places at the Council
table.
Item 6 - Roll was called and those present were Mayor McAnerney, Councilmembers
Lutz, Roehl, lligue, Neve', and McCloud. CJJnr. Hulm was excused absent and Jr.
Mayor Branson was absent.
Item 7 - Communications & City Manager's Report: (1) letter dated 10/2/74 from
Kelly, Pittelko, Fritz and Forssen reporting on recent field inspections in Seward
regarding road conditions and drainage. Signed Edward G. Brown, P. E. (2) The
City Manager reported Borough Managers and Mayors had met with Stan Thompson to
initiate details for the possibility of Borough Revenue Sharing, toclarif'y the
proposed Zoning Ordinance problems in First ClassjHome Rule cities, and to recog-
nize expenses involved in meeting Occupational Safety and Health Act standards.
Mayor Thompson agreed to a meeting in January to report on the items under discus-
sion. (3) The City Manager reported he had been requested to attend the Inter-
national City Management Association convention in Dallas, Texas, as a represent-
ative of the Alaska City Manager's Association and asked if Council objected to
his representing the City of Seward as well. No objection. (4) 'The City Manager
reported the Council meetings scheduled for the balance of October were cancelled
due to various conflicts in schedules and events and noted the next meeting would
be held on November 11, 1974, at which time the City Attorney and the City Ac-
countant would be present to discuss municipal affairs.
Item 8 - Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: (1) Mr. Sid Clark, Arctic
Environmental Engineers, presented a brief overview of the work to be done in
connection with pending water and sewer system improvements. He indicated fur-
ther visits to Seward in the immediate fUture to initiate necessary work prior
to freezing weather. (2) Mr. Daniel Greer questioned the present procedure of
appointing Borough Assembly representatives from the Council and asked if direct
election of Assembly members was being considered. Mayor McAnerney reported the
Council had discussed the proposal, but no action had been initiated since it ap-
peared the City would lose one representative in the change-over. (3) Mr. Herman
Leirer commented on the proposed Animal Control Ordinance and suggested the ord-
inance, if enacted without amendment, would drive every horse out of Seward. (4)
Mr. Sam Martin reported the newly constructed fence along the rear of Lots 25 &
26, Block 21, Original Tbwnsite, obstructed access to his property and asked for
clarification. The City Manager reported it was his understanding the alley in
that block had been vacated when the city shop was constructed but that he would
re-check the situation for Mr. Martin.
Item 9 - Resolutions Ordinances and other Action items: None
Item 10 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) CJJnr. McCloud inquired about the Harbor
Master position and asked if a time limit for applications was customary. The
City Manager reported Mr. Kenneth J. Walker of Seattle was tendered the job of-
fer last month but had not yet responded. The Manager added the time limit was
reasonable in establishing an applicant pool from which a selection could be made.
Item 11 - Report of the Borough Assembly: (1) Clmr. McCloud stated the Borough
Meeting would be held the next evening, October 8, 1974.
Item 12 - Citizens' Discussion: (1) Mrs. Pat Williams pointed out the darkness
in the alleys and suggested it would be appropriate to consider an alley lighting
program to help fight crime and juvenile delinquency. (2) Mrs. Karen Swart z
agreed with the need for more lighting in certain areas in town.
McCloud moved to adj oum . Mayor McAnerney adj oumed
~ t'Y\ C LU.,<...(JU.'&
Mayor McAnerne ,
Mayor
SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 15, 1974
1. The Special Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for October 15, 1974, was called to order by Myr. McAnerneyat 5:00 P.M.
in the Council Chambers.
I
I
I
I ~ .)
Ud
PAGE 63
SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 15, 1974
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 11, 1974
VOLUME 16
2. The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Iague.
3. Roll was called and those present were !v'Jyr. McAnerney, Clmr' s Iague,
Neve', Lutz and McCloud. Clmr. Hulm was excused absent and Clmr. Roehl
was absent.
4. Discussion of Television Translator Purchase Proposal: Public Works
Foreman Galen W. Albertson presented information relayed to him by Mr.
Don Rife, Communications Technician with the State of Alaska Division
of Cormmmications. Mr. Albertson reported much of the problem resulted
from low voltage at the translator site due to the size of the electric
cable running to the site. Albertson suggested the City purchase the
wire to provide this service. Clmr. Dague pointed out the expense of
such a length of copper wire and suggested the use of a propane generator
to suppy electricity to the site. Albertson responded that the State did
not have any experience in using this type of equipment and thus this
possibility was not advanced. Clmr. Lutz asked for information on the
cost alternatives and Albertson indicated the choice would be between
running; the cable or purchasing the propane generator. ,He added he
thought the choice for the propane system would be the cheaper alter-
native.
Discussion then centered on the immediate problem of ~estoring tele-
vision service to the community. Council was informed the cost of a new
translator would be $4925.00 but would not IlBtch with th~ equipment pro-
posed for future use by the State of Alaska. It was po:i;hted out the power
supply problems could not be corrected until next year ~ut that work on
the present system was continuing and hopefully would b~ repaired within
the week. .
\
Clmr. Dague expressed the need for the City to lobby )With the State
to insure the proposed translator work(estimated to cost approximately
$100,000.00) would be carried out.
Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to continue repair
work on the existing translator until the State had reached a decision
regarding the proposed system. Passed unanimously.
Clmr. Iague asked the City Manager to explore the use of propane
generation at the site. Council had no objection to this request.
5. Adj ournment : Clmr. Neve' rrDved to adj ourn.
the Special Meeting at 5:35 P.M.
Ii Cf ~ ) h4A-J 1M j} Q~ I/O
ur on W. Eaugh
Acting City Manager
Myr. McAnerney adj ourned
l'-<. Yk' UML\..<.u.<.
Lee McAnerney )
Mayor
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 11, 1974
1. The Regular lv'Jeeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, for November 11, 1974, was called to Order by Mayor McAnerY1ey
at 8: 02 P. M., in the Council Chambers.
2. The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. McCloud.
3. Roll was called and those present were
Hulm and Lutz. Clmr. Dague arrived late.
and Clmr. Roehl was absent.
Myr. McAnerY1ey, Clmr' s Mc Cloud,
Clmr. Neve' was excused absent
4. Mr. David Hewko, Johnson and Morgan, Certified Public Accountants,
presented the 1973-4 Accountant's Report and noted the report fairly
presents the financial position of the municipality as of the end of
the fiscal year. Mr. Hewko noted the fact that the water and electric
utility accounts were up to standard to meet bond requirements but
suggested the increase in line loss in the electric department should
be investigated further. He reported a defective rneter at Seward Fisher-
ies had been located and repaired but indicated further observation of
the problem did not indicate the solution had been ~~und. There being
no further questions from Councilor members of the public, Clmr. McCloud,
seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to accept the Accounta.'lt' s Report as pre-
sented. Passed unanimously.
64
PAGE 64
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 11, 1974
VOLUME 16
5. Clrnr. McCloud, seconded by Clrnr. HulIn, moved to approve the Minutes
of October 7,1974, as presented. Passed unanimously.
6. Junior Mayor Tim Branson was sworn into office by the City Manager.
Myr. McAnerney presented the new Junior Mayor with a certificate of
appointment commemorating the event.
7. Clrnr. Hulm reported the Borough Assembly had canvassed the run-off
election ballots, elected James Arness as Assembly President, passed
Resolution 74-52 requesting the Department of Highways to open the Kenai
River Bridge to traffic prior to the completion of the project if it was
safe to do so and had passed Resolution No. 74-53 opposing President Ford's
proposed 5% surtax on specified incomes as a means to fight inflation.
8. The City Manager reported the meeting schedule for November as
follows: Monday, November 18, Special Council Meeting; Tuesday, November
19, Plarming and Zoning Comnission Meeting, Wednesday, November 20, Harbor
Comnission Meeting and Monday, November 25, Regular Council Meeting. The
schedule was accepted without objection.
9. Communications: 1. Letter dated 11/8/74 from University of Alaska
reporting $53,438.00 had been deposited in escrow with the Seward
Branch of the First National Eank of Anchorage to pay for IDts 1, 2,
and 3, Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision. Signed Robert W. Hiatt, President.
2. Letter dated 11/11/74 from Christine Werner suggesting the City assist
in the maintenance of an ice rink with city equipment, lighting of an
area and providing insurance. Signed Christine Werner. The City Manager
reported he would investigate the request and make a report to Council as
quickly as possible.
10. Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Mrs-. Beverly Dunham
reported the Seward High School plans should be on hand before the Borough
Assemblymen voted in favor of any bond issue for school construction on
the Peninsula. Mrs. Dunham expressed the fear that unless the plans were
ready the proposition might not be placed before the voters and continuation
of the delay the proposal has encountered to date would occur. Clrnr. HulIn
expressed his opinion indicating there was no problem at this point in
time since the revenue projection for the Borough looks good. HulIn added
he felt there were no roadblocks in the way as far as Seward High School is
concerned.
2. Mr. Oscar Watsjold asked about the status of the garbage dump and in-
dicated he felt the maintenance work at the site was not properly let out
to bid. Watsjold expressed concern that the final arrangements with the
Borough's contractor who got the project did not permit other interested
bidders, especially some in Seward, the same opportunity for negotiation
that apparently went on. Clmr's HulIn and McCloud supported the Borough's
action in the matter and promised to show Mr. Watsjold the file information
reflecting Borough involvement in the matter.
11. Council Discussion: 1. Clrnr. Hulm reported the City should be repre-
sented in Anchorage at the hearings to be held there regarding off-shore
oil drilling. Clrnr. HulIn also inquired about the recruitment activities
for the Harbor Master's position and when informed the selected applicant
had refused the job, Clrnr. HulIn suggested the process be repeated and the
geographic area broadened to include Portland, IDs Angeles and Juneau in
the search. Council had no objection to this approach. Clmr. HulIn asked
about the status of the Ordinance adding two members to the Harbor Com-
mission and the City Manager reported the document had not yet been pre-
pared. Clmr. Lutz stated he thought the new Comnissioners should reflect
boating experience, if possible.
Clmr. IRgue arrives at this time.
2. Clrnr. Lutz reported the State's practice of piling snow onto the sidewalks
along Third Avenue was a very poor policy and asked if the walks couldn't
be kept in better condition.
3. Clrnr. McCloud asked about oil development impact on the City's work
force and the City Manager reported the personnel losses which had
taken place or which were known to be taking place in the immediate future.
The City is experiencing a severe personnel problem, reported the Manager,
and steps should be taken to meet the problem. Clrnr. McCloud, seconded by
Clrnr. HulIn moved to increase employee wages by 15.08% effective December
1, 1974, a~ a measure to retain personnel due to competition from firms
engaged in oil development work. Passed unanimously. ~lrnr. Dague re- .
quested the City Manager to investigate how Volunteer Fll'e Departments In
other cities were paid.
I
I
I
VOL 16
PAGE 65
(' ,...
)~)
REGULAR MEETING - NOVEME:ER 11, 1974
SPECIAL MEEI'ING - NOVEMBER 18, 1974
12. Resolutions, Ordinances and other Action Items:
1. Resolution No. 910(see attached), a Resolution providing for the submission
to the qualified voters of the City of Seward, AlasKa, the question of
whether the City Charter should be amended to provide for Service Areas
and Differential Taxation. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Lutz, moved to
approve Resolution No. 910. Passed unanimously.
2. Resolution No. 911(see attached), a Resolution establishing a deferred
compensation plan. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to
approve Resolution No. 911. Passed unanimously.
3. Ordinance No. 402(see attached), an Ordinance amending Section 19-4 of the
Seward City Code to authorize the removal of snow and ice from sidewalks of
the city, and the charging back of the cost of removal. 1st Reading.
Clmr. Lutz, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 402
on first reading and to advance it to second reading. Passed unanimously.
4. Letter dated 11/8/74 from the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board re-
porting on the issuance of a club license(renewal) to American Legion
Post #5 unless the City objected within thirty days. Signed P. A. Wall,
Acting Director. Council had no objection but requested the tax status
be checked to see if a protest should be entered for non-payment.
13. Citizens' Discussion: none
Adj ournment : Clmr. Dague moved to adj ourn. Myr. McAnerney adj ourned
9:37 P.
L-..r.. (yt<G.vLCVL.U.o':l
Lee McAnerney I
Mayor
SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 18, 1974
Item 1 - The Special Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, for November 18, 1974, was called to order by Mayor McAnerney
at 7:30 P.M.
Item 2- The opening Ceremony was led by Clmr.Dague.
Item 3- Roll was called and those present were:
Dague, McCloud, HulIn, Lutz, and Jr. Myr. Branson.
absent. Clmr. Roehl was absent.
Mayor McAnerney, Clmrs.
Clmr. Neve' was excused
Item 4- Soecial Television Presentation: Mr. Don Rife, Communications
Technician, State of Alaska presented a report to the Council regarding
the work he has done at the translator site and outlined steps he was
taking to improve picture/sound quality in the Seward area. The discussion
established the fact that improvements in the power supply serving the site
were needed, that a pre-amplifier on the receive side of the translator
was needed and that some adjustment in the antenna array would be required
in order to re-establish the signal as it existed at the time the City
acquired the system. Mr. Rife pointed out the fact the City ~anager wished
Moose Pass residents to be included in the system if at all possible and
t his arrangement has reduced power to Seward for the present. Rife added
that when the pre-amplifier was installed power would be restored to its
pre-change level. !VIs. Carol Bennie and Mr. Ben Donahue expressed the
sentiment that Moose Pass should not be given equal consideration since
viewers there did not support the system in terms of cash contributions.
Mr. Norman Waggy exchanged technical questions with Mr. Rife and Council
made technical inquiries as well. After all questions had been asked and
answered, Mr. Rife concluded his remarl,s by saying be would continue to
work on the system and would do all he could to improve the picture
quality.
Item 5- Resolution No. 912, a Resolution requesting the Kenai Peninsula
Borough Assembly to refrain from asking voter approval for school
construction bonds until the educational needs of Homer, Soldotna and
Seward are included. Clmr. HulIn, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to
approve Resolution No. 912. Passed unanimously.
(j(j
PAGE 66
VOLUME 16
SPECIAL MEEI'ING - NOVEJVlBER 18, 1974
Item 6- Approval of Feasibility Study by R. W. Beck and Associates to
determine the potential validity of a lease-purchase agreement between
the City of Seward and Homer Electric Association, Inc., for the sale
of the Seward Electric Utility System. Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr.
McCloud, moved to approve the Study as recommended by the City Manager.
Passed unanimously.
Adj ournment : Clmr. Dague moved to adj ourn. Mayor McAnerney
the Spe ial Meeting at 10:04 P.M.
kL tvl' 4./",-" -'--u./
Lee McAnerney I
Mayor
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
REGULAR MEETING-NOVEMBER 25, 1974
Item 1- The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, for
November 25, 1974, was called to Order by Mayor McAnerney at 7:30 P. M., in the
Council Chambers.
Item 2- The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm.
Item 3- Roll was called and those present were Myr. McAnerney, Clmr's Hulm, McCloud,
Neve' and Lutz. Clmr. Dague was absent excused and Clmr. Roehl was absent. Jr.
Myr. Branson was present.
Item 4- Minutes: Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the
Minutes, as presented, for October 7th, October 15th, November 11th and November 18th,
1974. Passed unanimously.
Item 5-
heard by
going to
cities.
Report of the Borough Assembly: Clmr. Hulm reported no ordinances had been
the Borough Assembly at the last meeting but noted an Ordinance (74-62) was
be introduced which would modify the Comprehensive Plans for Peninsula
Clmr. Hulm noted the assessed valuation of the Borough was $583,957,955.00.
Item 6- The City Attorney's Report: The report was made by Mr. Kenneth P. Jacobus,
representing the firm of Hughes, Thorsness, Lowe, Gantz and Clark. Mr. Jacobus
reported the City was not currently involved in litigation but noted two cases
were being defended on behalf of the City by insurance company attorneys. The first
was Sieminski vs. City of Seward in connection with police activities and the second
involved a personal injury at the Jesse Lee Home to the Nicolet youngster. Mr.
Jacobus noted the insurance on the Jesse Lee Home had been cancelled and Council asked
him to check the status of the insurance in relation to the development contract.
Item 7- The City Manager's Report: The City Manager reported on the schedule for the
coming week indicating a meeting would be held on December 2nd to meet with Homer
Electric Association General Manager W. C. Rhodes.
Item 8- Progress Report: - Water/Sewer System Engineering Study: Mr. Syd Clark, Arctic
Environmental Engineers, informed Council of the work he was doing in connection
with the water/sewer system improvement projects. Mr. Clark reported his field work
indicated the water consumption at Seward to be "near normal". Clark added he could
not see the need for domestic metering of water. Clark concluded his statements by
suggesting several steps which he indicated would appear in his final report.
Item 9- Communications: 1. Letter dated 11/18/74 from Margaret Anderson indicating
dissatisfaction with the manner in which the City is operating the television trans-
lator system. Signed Margaret Anderson. 2. Letter dated 11/25/74 from Alaska
Business Brokers suggesting the City purchase Lots 9 and 10, Block 16, Federal
Addition, for $3,000.00. Signed Pat R. Williams, Agent. Clmr. Neve', seconded by
Clmr. Lutz, moved to proceed with the purchase as required under City ordinances.
Passed unanimously. 3. Letter dated 11/19/74 from Homer Electric Association,Inc.,
suggesting a list of things to be investigated in the joint City-HEA study by R. W.
Beck & Associates. Signed W. C. Rhodes, General Manager. Council had no objection
to the list being submitted to R. W. Beck. 4. Letter dated 11/25/74 from Alaska
Builders, Inc., requesting a one week delay in the proposed disposition of land to
the University of Alaska. Signed Richard Beissner, President.
4t
-
CITY OF SBIfAII. ALASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 910
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION
TO THE QUALIFIED VOTBRS OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, THE QUESTION OF WHETHER THE CITY
CHARTER SHOULD BE AMENDBD TO PROVIDE AUTHORITY
FOR SERVICE AREAS AND DIFFBRENTIAL TAXATION.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THB CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA, THAT:
Section l. The following two propositions shall be
submitted to the qualified voters of the City of Seward, Alaska,
for approval or rejection, at the next regular or special City
Election:
Proposition 1: Shall the City Charter of the City of
Seward be amended by amending Section 7.1 to read
as follows:
Section 7.1. The Council shall provide in
the code for the annual assessment, levy,
and collection of city taxes. Council may
provide for differential taxation based upon
differences in kind or level of services
provided within service areas established
by ordinance.
Proposition 2: Shall the City Charter of the City
of Seward be amended by enacting a new Chapter VIlA
to read as follows:
~ter VIlA
SERVICE AREAS
PURPOSE
Section 7A.l. Service areas may be
established to provide services not provided
on an area-wide basis or to provide a different
level of service than that provided on an area-
wide basis.
ESTABLISHMENT
Section 7A.Z.
(a) The Council by ordinance may establish,
alter, consolidate. or abolish service areas. The
Council by ordinance ..y ad4 or eliminate services
to a service area. The ordinance shall contain
the following:
(l) Boundaries and area to be included;
(2) Service to be provided or eliminated;
and,
(3) Other provisions the Council includes.
(b) If a petition of protest is filed with
the Council before the effective date of the
ordinance adopted under this section, the
\'!lr
,~-~'
:.
ATrACHED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MINU'IES OF THE: ARD CITY COUNCIL
V L 16 -lP~.p,
ames R~)i~' ~
City Clerk-Treasurer
I
ordinance shall be submitted to the qualified
voters residing in the service area or pro-
posed service area and if ratified shall take
effect upon certification of the election.
The petition shall contain signatures of
at least ten percent or 100 of the qualified
voters residing in the service area or pro-
posed service area, whichever is the lesser.
Each new service or each service to be elimin-
ated shall be place separately on the ballot
and shall require ratification by a majority
of the qualified voters voting on the question.
There shall be no election under this sub-section
to eliminate a service to be provided on an
areawide basis.
Section 2. The printing, voting, election and publica-
tion requirements required by Alaska law and the Seward Ordinances
apply to this election, and these requirements are incorporated
herein by this reference.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA, this day of November, 1974.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
By '-,.-,,- iN: , \.'-~,,".b -'vLti
Mayor
I
ATTEST:
Clty Clerk
Approved as to form:
HUGHES, THORSNESS, LOWE,
GANTZ & CLARK
Attorneys for the
City of Seward
B
I
- 2 -
ATrACI{ED TO AND MADE A PART OF THE MIN1JTES OF THE 9EWARD CITY CC1JNCIL
t:16 - l.tliE 6~. .'1"
/ "'-f/(.A; -:'
. .. . ame:3 If. Filip .
I.City Clerk-Treasurer
C
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 911
WHEREAS, the City has previously established the ICMA Retirement
Corporation's deferred compensation plan for certain of its em-
ployees; and
I
WHEREAS, the ICMA Retirement Corporation has requested that cer-
tain amendments be made to said plan; and
WHEREAS, said amendments assist the City by simplifying the ad-
ministration of said plan; and
WHEREAS, the City will assist its employees, at no cost to itself,
by the incorporation into said plan additional attractive features.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City amend its Trust Agree-
ment with the ICMA Retirement Corporation by substitution therefor
the Deferred Compensation Plan, attached hereto as Appendix A, and
hereby authorizes its Mayor to execute the Deferred Compensation
Plan with the International City Management Retirement Corporation;
and
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager may, on behalf of the
City, execute all Joinder Agreements with said err~loyees and other
eligible officials and officers, which are necessary for said per-
sons participation in the plan, an example of which appears at
Appendix B, except that any Joinder Agreement for said designated
official shall be executed by the Mayor.
This Resolution becaTIes effective upon passage and approval.
I
PASSED AND APPROVED this
day of November, 1974.
t ~,.1._ V'w [ I (~ . ,-,.> \. -:.' \ t
Lee McAnerney
Mayor
ATIEST:
James R. Filip
City Clerk-Treasurer
.
,
RESOLUTION NO. 912
WHEREAS, the cities of Horoor, Soldotna and Seward have specific need
for school construction proj ects, and
WHEREAS, it has been reported the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly
will shortly consider requesting voter approval for bonds for
school construction in the Kenai area which will not include pro-
posals for construction in the !-bmer, Soldotna or Seward areas,
NOW, THEREFDRE, BE rr RESOLVED by the CorrIrPn COlmcn of the City
of Seward, Alaska., that the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly is
hereby respectfully requested to ref'rain from submitting a bond
proposition to the voters which does not address itself to the
eduoational needs of Homer, Kenai, Seward and Soldotna.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Corrnron Counoil of the City of Seward,
Alaska., this 18th day of November, 1974.
~~ ~Anerneyi---
io1ayor
ATl'EST :
,'.
f., ,,')/ .
, I _~~ c^ '.......
James R. Fil$-----;
City Clerk-Treasurer
I
I
I
()7
PAGE 67
REGULAR MEETING-NOVEMBER 25, 1974
VOLUME 16
Item 10- Citizens' Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Mr. Frank Dieckgraeff
complained about the location of the Seward City Limits sign at the Seward Highway
approach to the community. 2. Mrs. Pat Williams pointed out the importance of insur-
ance on the Jesse Lee Home Buildings. 3. Mrs. Beverly Dunham voiced the opinion
the City should police the insurance on the buildings very closely. 4. Mrs. Margaret
Anderson questioned the status of the contract and asked if it was in default.
5. Mr. Kenneth P. Jacobus explained the City's position as not being liable for
accidents which occur on the premises since the City does not now own the buildings.
6. Mr. Fred Lammers disagreed with the position of Mr. Jacobus even though the
opinion was advanced as that of the City's legal counsel. 7. Mr. Willard Dunham
expressed dissatisfaction with Ordinance No. 402, an Ordinance providing city removal
of snow and ice with the removal cost being charged back to the property owner.
Dunham expressed concern that the animal reulation ordinance (No. 403) had gone out
of reason and urged Council to defeat this item. Dunham concluded his remarks
expressing support for the University's plans to purchase Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision.
S. Adding support to the University proposal were Brent Whitmore, Pete Johnston
and Fred Lammers.
Item 11- Citizens' Discussion: 1. Myr. McAnerney suggested Council
nominees for the two seats to be added to the Harbor Commission. 2.
suggested the Council acted hastily in failing to pass Resolution No.
for the annexation of the Fourth of July creek area to the City.
consider
Clmr. Hulm
909 providing
Item 12- Resolutions Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Ordinance No. 402,
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 19-4 OF THE SEWARD CITY CODE TO AUTHORIZE THE REMOVAL
OF SNOW AND ICE FROM SIDEWALKS BY THE CITY, AND THE CHARGING BACK OF THE COST OF REMOVAL.
Clmr. Hulm seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Ordinance No. 402 on Second
Reading and to advance it to third and final reading. Motion failed with Clmrs.
McCloud, Neve', Lutz and Myr. McAnerney, voting "no". Clmr. Hulm voted "yes".
2. Ordinance No. 403 (see attached), AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-1 and 4-S
OF THE SEWARD CODE, ESTABLISHING GENERAL REGULATIONS FOR ANIMALS. First Reading
Clmr. Neve', seconded by Clmr. Lutz, moved to approve Ordinance No. 403 on first
reading and to advance to second reading. Motion passed with Clmr. McCloud voting
"no". 3. Contract for Development and sale of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 5, Ocean-
view Subdivision, to the University of Alaska. Myr. McAnerney requested an executive
session to discuss the question with the City Attorney. Myr. McAnerney recessed
the meeting into Executive Session at 10:05 P.M. Following the executive session Myr.
McAnerney reconvened the regular meeing at 10:37 P.M. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr.
McCloud, moved to table the proposed sale for one week. Passed unanimously. 4.
Request for extension of trailer permit for Seward Fisheries for one year was presented
by Mr. Pete Johnston. Following discussion, Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud,
moved to approve the extension as requested and as recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Advisory Commission. Passed unanimously. 5. The question of television was
again discussed. Clmr. Lutz, seconded by Clmr. Neve', moved to authorize the City
Manager to pursue with the State Division of Communications, a recommended course
of action with regard to the television problem now affecting the community. Passed unanimou
Item 13- Citizens Discussion: None
Item 14- Adjournment: Clmr. McCloud moved to adjourn. Mayor McAnerney adjourned
the meeting at 11:12 P.M.
~\'\AC u ."L<.'~c'-'-l
Lee McAnerney
Mayor
SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 2, 1974
Item 1- The Special Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
for December 2, 1974, was called to Order by Vice-Myr. Neve' at 7:30 P.M., in the
Council Chambers.
Item 2- The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Dague.
Item 3- Roll was called and those present were Vice-Myr. Neve', Clmrs. McCloud,
Hulm, Dague, Lutz and Jr. Myr. Branson. Myr. McAnerney and Clmr. Roehl were absent.
Item 4- Request for authority to draft contract for development and sale of
lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision to the University of Alaska. The
City Manager indicated Resolution No. 913 had been prepared to authorize the
tit)
PAGE 68
SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 2, 1974
VOLUME 16
proposed sale and noted Mr. Richard Beissner, President of Alaska Builders, Inc.,
who wanted to be heard on this topic. Mr. Beissner expressed the thought the
amount of land requested by the University was too much, that the first municipal
obligation was to the taxpayer and that Council shouldn't by-pass what could be
a $2 million dollar development. Without objection, Vice-Myr. Neve' indicated his
intention to abstain from the vote on Resolution No. 913. Clmr. Hulm, seconded by
Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve Resolution No. 913, a Resolution providing for the
sale of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 5, Oceanview Subdivision, to the University of
Alaska. Passed unanimously, with Vice-Myr. Neve' abstaining.
Item 5- Ordinance-No. 403, an Ordinance amending Sections 4-1 and 4-8 of the
Seward Code, Establishing General Regulations for Animals. 2nd Reading. After
discussion, Clmr. Hulm, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to table Ordinance No. 403,
Passed unanimously.
Item 6- Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve renewal of liquor
licenses for a.) Seward Trading Co.;b.) B.P.O. Elks #1773; c.) Pioneer Bar; d.)
Tony's Bar; e.) Pioneer Liquor Store; f.) Tony's Liquor Store; g.) Flamingo Lounge
and h.) Yukon Liquor Store. Passed unanimously.
Item 7- The City Manager introduced Mr. W. C. Rhodes, General Manager, Homer
Electric Association, Inc., who then spoke regarding his interest in working with
the City of Seward to investigate the possible purchase of the Seward Electric
System by Homer Electric. Discussion between Mr. Rhodes and members of Council
followed. It was generally agreed to continue the discussion regarding the sale
following the preparation of the R. W. Beck report regarding the transaction.
Item 8- Clmr. Hulm reported he had been in contact with Last Frontier, Inc.,
representatives and he determined the Jesse Lee Home buildings were covered by
insurance issued by Yosemite Insurance Company. Clmr. Hulm also reported the
Corporation intends to begin reconstruction of the Jesse Lee Home into a hotel/
motel complex in January if architectural plans are completed. The proposal,
continued Clmr. Hulm, encompasses fifty rooms in the first stage of redevelopment.
Item 9- The City Manager read a letter of resignation from Mayor Lee McAnerney
dated December 1, 1974, indicating this action was predicated by her appointment
as State Commissioner of the Department of Community and Regional Affairs. Signed
Lee McAnerney. Without objection, the resignation was accepted.
Dague moved to adjourn. Vice-Myr. Neve' adjourned
@J.~~:/W
Vice-Mayor
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 1974
Item 1- The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward, Alaska
for December 9, 1974, was called to Order by Vice-Myr. Neve' at 8:00 P.M., in the
Council Chambers.
Item 2- The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Dague.
Item 3- Roll was called and those present were Vice-Myr. Neve', Clmr's Dague,
McCloud, and Lutz. Clmr. Hulm was excused absent. Clmr. Roehl was absent.
Jr. Mayor Branson was present.
Item 4- Vice-Mayor Neve' called for an Executive Session to discuss a personnel
matter. Vice-Myr. Neve' recessed Council into Executive Session at 8:04 P.M.
Vice-Myr. Neve' re-convened the Council at 8:17 P.M.
Item 5- Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. Lutz, moved to appoint Clmr./Vice-Myr.
Richard A. Neve' as Mayor to fill the un-expired term of former Myr. Lee McAnerney.
Passed unanimously.
Item 6- Without objection from Council, Myr. Neve' declared the Council seat
of Roy F. Roehl vacant and reported he and members of the Council would meet in
a work session to discuss the replacement of members to the City Council.
Item 7- The City Manager's Report: 1. Mr. Dave Fritz and Mr. Ned Brown presented
-
-
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION NO. 913
L
.
,
i, RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR 'IHE SALE OF IJJT3 1, .,
;\101: ::;, bLOC}; '~, OCEANVIEW SUBDIVISIOU, TG Thl~
. fj;Yv"}J1SlTY C~~' ALASKA.
VJliLl J:'.J\::.', 1t, i".lac'ka ,state Housing Authority ha,i of1'e1'E'd 1.,(1;. 1,
, iiI.\1.:>, .l,,:k '~, ,Jceanvlew Subdivision, for '=3ale 1'01'.-1 .-iutJ.~-
Vintia1 t,CCL.'1 of tine CUKl has, secured two offers to l)urel,dsE
U.L' r 1'(;1'_"'1.:,', emu
vJ1-rERFJl,S, it I aC<c(.)C'd wi ttl Section 2-92 of the City Gf Sew::U'r1 Code
,.,f (Irdin3Jl"~S, the City Council determines that flU furU1\::T aJ-
'I,. etL, iJ (- ,'t' ;5,)11 <.:i tat ion of bids is in the public intc- n<:.'t, anQ
') ,at it L i: I UK public interest to sell this property 1." HIe
lit j l 'id'c::;i ty " Alaska for use as a marine r-esecu'c]l and 'c'l1u<.:2it ion
f'r1l' .i_L 1 ty.
N')Vi, 'iliEREFCllu~, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City
.j' ~_~t.~war'd, Alaska, that,
Sedion 1. The City shall sell wts 1, ;~, ilul
3, Oceanview Subdivision, t_~ the Univer:,,;i:: ()f
f\13,~;};a fur '1se a'=3 a rna1'irie I'E-'sectY'ch 0:10 eci'lCcd..iGll
fae'llity, with a "ales rri('(~ uf fifty-thpc;e th.;u-
c..llJd, four [lilllureJ and thirt':-eh;ht dollar::-,($S3,
~.__):j. CD) .
;c,t;c;"ion ;.. 'lLe c;ales document ,,:hall l)e in a
[linn accer ,tf.lble to the lJnited :.,tates DepartITlent
of housing: 3JIl1 Uro3Jl Development (H1lD) .
I
~t
Se'~tiu], .'. 'It1l:' Re:.o1ution [,ecernes e:'!'c:ctive
thirty(jll) day,; ~jnXr passage and put~ ll.:atirm
in ae,'uru wit h ;:;edicm 2-CJ8 of the Ci t~' of
,c;L"\'nJ'(j Code.' of '-'I'uinaJ lees, and the sales rjOr>u-
Cl<.:I ,;:C' :lcay ue.' executuf' j at trlat time.
P/\:';SEJ AIE ;\PPF-;U/ED by tnt' City l'uuncil of the City of Seward,
;\.las~a, U,l:... 2-d- da:, of December, 1974.
CITY ',)F SEWAHli, Al..ASKA
/L(~t I!,([~.~.
,~~;: Il-fP'iJ---
/ ,,'J,,\::',. r\. "..1 ,I '
I -, ~ t ' ,
1_ .-,y '.'..J.'::f'K-: ~"I-:-'('""'l..'\H'V~'
'J"
I
I
I
PAGE 69
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 1974
VOLUME 16
()~)
the Final Report Draft - Deep Water Facility-dated December 9, 1974, to members
of Council and the Harbor Commission. Mr. Fritz indicated certain aspects of
the report which had been improved since last week's meeting with the Harbor
Commission. Mr. Ned Brown explained the purpose of the Study as it related to
the Fourth Avenue Dock and indicated the designs are conceptual at the present time.
Mr. Fritz indicated completion of the report into its final stage was still required.
2. The City Manager reported a special meeting relating to the preparation of a
National Fisheries Plan would be held in the Council Chambers on December 16th.
3. The City Manager reported a company representative from the manufacturer of
the new generator to be on-site before the engine is tested should be approved
to protect the warranty and also Council should approve a better control system
for the generators as suggested by Turbo Energy in a letter dated December 5, 1974,
Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Lutz, moved to approve the two items requested
by the City Manager. Passed unanimously. 4. In a letter dated December 5, 1974,
Mr. K. W. Kroon pointed out the two-year proposal for auditing work for the City
had come to an end and offered to continue for another two-year period. The
City Manager recommended the firm be engaged to do the work as suggested. Clmr.
McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve the Manager's recommendation.
Passed unanimously.
Item 8- Report of the Borough Assembly: Clmr. McCloud reported the Borough
Assembly had passed Ordinance 74-71 calling for a bond election for the Kenai High
School indicating it had passed while Ordinance 74-72 providing for school const-
ruction in other areas of the Borough, including Seward, had failed by one vote
point. Clmr. McCloud reported Ordinance 74-72 would be brought up again at the
next meeting because of public interest in the school construction program.
Item 9- Communications: 1. Letter dated November 20, 1974, from Public Employ-
ment Program outlining problem areas within the City of Seward and the handling
of the program. The letter suggests a meeting to improve the administration of
the Public Employment Program. Signed Blanche L. McSmith, State Director. The
City Manager reported the meeting had been scheduled for December 10th. 2. Letter
dated December 4, 1974, from Department of Housing and Urban Development indicating
funds within the Community Development Act of 1974 would be available in 1975
through 1980. Signed Roger A. Riddell, Director. Members of Council expressed
interest in submitting applications for a.) a community center, b.) funds for water
and sewer system improvements and c.) added housing. 3. Letter dated December 3,
1974, from State Department of Community and Regional Affairs reporting population
adjustments should be submitted no later then December 31st. Signed John B. Chenoweth,
Director, Division of Local Government Assistance. Council did not object to
allowing the population figure of 1,823 to stand. 4. The City Manager reported
Mr. Syd Clark, Arctic Environmental Engineers, had submitted forms for grant appli-
cation to the State of Alaska and requested Council authorize their submission.
Clmr. Dague, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to authorize submission of water and
sewer grant application as requested. Passed unanimously.
Item 10- Citizens'Discussion and Public Hearings: 1. Public Hearing-Proposed
purchase of Lots 9 and 10, Block 16, Federal Addition for $3,000.00. Myr. Neve'
opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Oscar Watsjold objected to the proposal on the basis
of the assessed valuation of $400.00 for both lots and the fact the lots were not
useable. The City Manager suggested the use of an appraiser to arrive at a fair price
and Council did not object to the proposal. Myr. Neve' closed the Public Hearing.
2. Mr. Willard Dunham expressed the sentiment the City Manager had been allowed
to single-handedly take the heat for the television problem and thought the Council
should share the responsibility. Dunham also expressed the desire not to see a
feud develop between Seward and Moose Pass over television, saying in part "we need
to stick together". Mrs. Carol Bennie suggested Norm Waggy be included since Waggy
had told her he didn't know what was going on. Mrs. Pat Williams indicated many
people hear different aspects of the same issue-that there was a need for a firm
stand on the matter by Council.
Item 11- Resolutions Ordinances and other Action items: 1. Purchase Authorization
for TV Translator. The City Manager reported further contact with the State Division
of Communications indicated such a purchase at this time would duplicate a portion
of the proposed system to be installed when (and"if") the Legislature approves funds.
The Manager indicated it was his opinion the City should stay with the State as the
best long-range goal, that the City should not authorize the additional translator and
that the City direct an effort toward Juneau to satisfy the needs for television
on the east side of the Kenai Peninsula. Discussion followed and it was agreed to
stay within the Manager's recommendations which included hiring a communications
consultant from Juneau if the Manager felt it advisable.
70
PAGE 70
REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 1974
VOLUME 16
2. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Dague, moved to approve authorization for
purchase of a 4-wheel drive pick-up truck for the Electric Department at the stated
price of $5,812.32 or below. Passed unanimously.
3. Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Lutz, moved to approve a grant in the amount
of $1,000.00 to the Seward Council on Alcoholism. Passed unanimously.
4. The City Manager recommended bid awards as follows: a.) Petroleum Products-
Standard Oil Co. and Harbor Fuel; b.) Tires, Tubes and Batteries- Haye Enterprises;
c.) Vending Machine Service-Bond's Vending; and d.) Towing-Ron's Auto Rebuild. Clmr.
Lutz, seconded by Clmr. McCloud, moved to approve the bid awards as recommended by
the City Manager. Passed unanimously.
5. Myr. Neve' commented on the Port of Seward/Resurrection Bay Development Profile
which supports the expansion of the Fourth Avenue Dock Study to include all of the
Bay and coastal area from Lowell Point to Fourth of July Creek. The need for
the study was "now" commented the Mayor and the impact the City of Seward would
be getting would be severe from the marine activities associated with Gulf of
Alaska oil exploration activities. Additional discussion followed with the result
the firm of Kelly, Pitelko, Fritz and Forssen would prepare an offer to contract
to do the Study suggested by Myr. Neve'.
Item 12- Citizens Discussion: None
Item 13- Adjournment: Clmr. Lutz moved to adjourn. Myr. Neve' adjourned the
meeting at 12:07 A.M.
f0J /)l~
Richard A. Neve'
Mayor
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
REGULAR MEETING-JANUARY 13, 1975
Item 1- The Regular Meeting of the Common Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, for January 13, 1975, was called to order by Mayor Neve' at 7:31
P.M., in the Council Chambers.
Item 2- The Opening Ceremony was led by Clmr. Hulm.
Item 3- Roll was called and those present were Myr. Neve', Clmr's Hulm,
McCloud, Lutz and Jr. Mayor Branson. Clmr. Dague arrived late.
Item 4- Minutes: Clmr. McCloud, seconded by Clmr. Hulm, moved to approve
the Minutes, as presented, for November 25, 1974, December 2, 1974 and
December 9, 1974. Passed unanimously.
Item 5- Report of the Borough Assemblymen: 1. Clmr. Hulm reported the
Borough Assembly had enacted Ordinance 74-70 providing zoning for the
City of Kenai and noted that the Assembly did not require a city-wide
referendum on the item as had been suggested by the Borough Mayor. Clmr.
Hulm also reported that Ordinance 74-71 regarding the issuance of three-
million, five hundred thousand dollars in general obligation bonds for
school construction to the Kenai Central High School had been approved.
It was also reported that Resolution 74-55, requesting the Governor and
the Legislature to abolish the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and
return the powers of the board to cities, fell short during the vote.
The difference was so slight however, that the Borough attorney was
requested to investigate and report at a later meeting. The discussion
turned to the school situation and Clmr. Hulm reported that it was his
opinion there was no problem for Seward and noted that an architectual
firm had been approved. According to Clmr. Hulm the Borough Mayor did
not explain the delay satisfactorily and indicated a problem could
arise when the Soldotna High School was placed on the ballot. Myr. Neve'
requested community support for a total school bond issue, and noted
that without representation at the Borough Meetings the two city Assembly
representatives were fighting an up-hill battle. Clmr. Lutz noted that
he hated to see politics brought into education and felt that information
on the school system needs, was being mis-represented and indicated a new
type of lowness. Myr. Neve' requested members in the audience to attend
the Borough Assembly Meeting whenever possible.
Item 6- The City Manager's Report: 1. The City Manager requested addi-
tions to tonight's agenda, under item 14-2. The addition of Pioneer Bar