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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2005-83
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA SUPPORTING THE JESSE LEE HOME TO BE USED FOR
EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES, AUTHORIZING CITY ADMINISTRATIVE
SUPPORT IN THE PRESERVATION AND PURSUIT FOR PRIVATE,
STATE AND FEDERAL FUNDING AND AUTHORIZING
ADMINISTRATION AND THE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION
COMMISSION CONSENT TO APPLY FOR A GRANT TO DEVELOP A
FEASIBILITY STUDY
WHEREAS, the City of Seward recognizes the Jesse Lee Home as a priority for the City of
Seward; and
WHEREAS, the J esse Lee Home is listed on the State Department of Historical and Natural
Resources as one of the top ten (10) sites of historical significance; and
WHEREAS, the Jesse Lee Home building has a renewed level of interest and the support of
private individuals, corporations, organizations and dignitaries; and
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WHEREAS, the Historical Commission and Administration are willing and able to provide
the support to apply for grants for the restoration ofthe Jesse Lee Home; and
WHEREAS, it has been acknowledged that the deterioration ofthe building is to the point
that if restoration does not occur soon this resource will be lost forever; and
WHEREAS, the Jesse Lee Home is located in Seward, Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward recognizes that this project is beyond its financial resources
to restore the structure; and
WHEREAS, the administration needs the Council's consent to authorize the Seward Historic
Preservation Commission and Administration to apply for a grant or grants intended to develop a
feasibility study and continue to pursue relationships with private, state and federal organizations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council recognizes the Jesse Lee Home as a City priority and
understands that it needs an intended use in order to pursue grants.
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CITY OF SEW ARD.ALASKA
RESOLUTIOIN 2005-83
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Section 2. The City Council supports the use of the Jesse Lee Home as an educational
institution.
Section 3. The City Council directs the City Manager or his designee to support the Historic
Preservation Commission to apply for a grant or grants intended to develop a feasibility study and
continue to pursue relationships with private, state and federal organizations.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 12th
day of September, 2005.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: September 12, 2005
From: Kirsten Vesel, Assistant City Manager
Through: Clark Corbridge, City Manager
Agenda Item: Authorizing Jesse Lee Home to be used
for educational purposes and authorizing administration and the
Historical Preservation Commission to apply for a grant or grants to
develop a feasibility study.
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
On September 23, 2005 four members of Seward attended a meeting in Anchorage of
people interested in the significance of the Jesse Lee Site dedicated to pursuing the
preservation of the Jesse Lee Home. Interested participants include CIRI, Chugach
Alaska Corp., JL Properties, Inc., ECI/HYER, Inc., the Rasmuson Foundation, Alaska
Children’s Services, the Department of Natural Resources, Representative Seaton’s Office
and several other individuals with a vested interest in the preservation of the Historic
Jesse Lee Home. The meeting included presentations, discussions and action items. The
conclusion of this meeting was to dedicate an intended user for the Jesse Lee Home and
obtain Council support for this use and authorizing Administrative support to apply for a
grant or grants for a feasibility study. It was determined that until Seward City Council
supports an intended user, the interested organizations and corporations were not willing
to proceed forward.
The Rasmuson Foundation has given Seward special consideration to extend the deadline
for the 2005 grant application for a two tier grant. This Foundation has strongly
encouraged Seward to apply for this grant dedicated to a specific education use,
recognized by City council, authorizing administrative support. It was clear that without
this recognition and authorization, the Rasmuson Foundation would not recognize the
grant as a strong candidate for the 2005/2006 funds.
It was determined that the Jesse Lee Home Supporters would meet on a monthly basis in
the Chugach building in Anchorage. The next meeting is scheduled in September 2005 in
Anchorage to report ongoing efforts and solicit additional people interested in the
preservation of the Jesse Lee Home. The Historic Preservation Commission and
Administration would like to get the City Council’s support to apply for a grant or grants
and to attend the monthly meetings offering Seward’s support to develop and engage in
relationships to solicit financial support for the restoration of the Jesse Lee Home.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Yes No
1. Comprehensive Plan ___
2. Strategic Plan ___
3. Other ___
4. Not applicable X
FISCAL NOTE:
This item will not require any significant expenditure from the City's operating or capital
budgets.
Approved by Finance Department ________________________
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council approves Resolution 2005-_________ authorizing the Jesse Lee Home to be
used for educational purposes and authorizing administration and the Historical
Preservation Commission to apply for a grant or grants to develop a feasibility study.