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Regular Meeting
August 7, 2007
Regular Meeting
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Seward Planning & Zoning Commission
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Call to Order
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Opening Ceremony
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A. Pledge of Allegiance
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Rop Cap
C'emnaso
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Special Reparls & Presentations
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A. City Administration Report
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1. Repmted Violations, Interpretation and Abatanent
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B. Other Repartq Announcements & Pcescntntions
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2, Liaman from Seward Bear Creak Flood Service
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Gfn ms' Comments on any subject except Wore items
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Approval of Agenda and Consent Anguilla.[Approval of
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9. Publie Hearings ILimir commema m 5 minutes Those who have aigned in will he given
the frrV vnvorranay m speak)
A. Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing —Nave
B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing —
1. Resolution 2007-14 granting a Conditional Use Permit m Sprig Creek
Co vond Center (SCCC) to construct and operate an sddltiom120.6ed
m mmum security housing unit on the current SCCC maximum security
Pusan sic, withiu the Institutional Zoning District ........ ........._....... .Page 3
U. Hnloblard Business —None
9. New Husinns
A. Approve Planning and Zordng Commission suggested changes and comments to
the SWC Development Plan and forwarding the plan hack to PAC AB...... Page 13
B. Select Work Session l'opicfor August 21,2Wy... ..... ...................... ... ...... Page 15
* C. Approve Match 20,2007 Special Meeting Minutes ...... ........... ................ ... Page 16
* D. Approve April 5, 2007 Regular Meeting Minutes.._....................................Page 21
" F.. Approve May 3, 2009 Regular Mwumu Minutes ........ ...........................Page33
• F. Approve May 15, 2007 Special Meeting Minutes ..... ........... .._......... .......... Page 38
` G. Approve June 5, 2007 Regular Meting Minutes ............... .......... .._........... Paw 43
• H. Approve June 19, 2007 Special Meeting Minutes._.....................................Page 49
10. Informational Items and Reports (No croon requirel)—
A. Notice ofPublic Hearing for the. Aug 14,2007 Special Meeting ... ..............Page 52
B. Approved Resolufon2007- 8,P&Z Priorities list.._.......................................Page 53
It. Commission COmmenm
12. Citizens' Comments [Limit to 5 minor" Per individual — Each individual has one
opportunity to speak)
13. Commissions and Administration Response to C.itisens' Comments
14. Adjournment
Planning & Zoning Commission Regular MeeNngAgemla
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Call to order
The March 20, 20V/ special meeting of ncc Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was
called to order st 7:20 pm. by Vice Chair Tom Smith.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Roach' led the Pledge of Allegiancem the Flag.
Ran Can
Therewere pmsent:
Tom Smith presiding, and
Kevin Clark Sandie Roach'
Bob flick Margaret Anderson
composing a goonrm of the Commission; and
Scott Williams, Planner (telephonically from Taubman
Denny Glen, Planning Assistant
Christy Tcmy, Executive Liaison
Ala t Manaoma Kel Lynn Hohl
City Adminiatradon Report
Planner Soon Wlliams repotted on upcoming Commission Agenda loans.
Planning Assistant Donna Glary, reported on the following items:
• City offices will be closed on Monday, March 26"l The City Council Meeting was
rescheduled for Tuesday, March 216
.
• Reminder that the Annual Joint Planning and Zoning Work Session was scheduled
6pm on March 27s.
• Assistem City Manngerl(Gstim Vesel was vansitioning from working part time into
full time.
• Approval of the new City Manager Contract would be on the Match 27a Council
Meeting Agenda.
Community Development and Engineering received the new large formal copier.
Other Reports, Announcement; and Presentations- None.
Citizens' Comments on Any Subject except Those Items Scheduled For Public Dearing— None
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Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda —
Motion (Andersoo rClark) Approve the Agenda a" Counter Agenda
Motion Paned Unanimous Consent
Public Hearings —
Resolution 2 413 of Me Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, grasstiog a Conditional Use Permit to Hugh and Iris Darling for the development of a
20-Space Recreational Vehicle Campground / Park at 1303 Nash Road, TIS, HIS Seward
Meridian, Government Lots 4 & 3 in a Resource Management Zoning District
Commission reviewed additional lay downs From United Sears Department of the Interior
Fish and Wildlife Services.
Glens, reviewed information provided ov page'!, 0 arW 9 ofthe packet She stated it was
smffsr ommerMa6on Wapprovethe Resolution lnmspuroeto Clork,Gle notedthe1Wy25W,
2006 loner was sent directly to Mayor Shafer and was forwarded to the Commission today. She
clarified Mat staffs remwnendaficv remained the same.
In response to Anderson and Smith, Willimas statedtM regulatory authority was vested in the
Federal Agency and the applicants had been notified W contact We appropriate Agency.
Hicks questioned why the Federd requests were not outlined in the Conditional Use Permit.
Williams acted the City had nodded the applicants of me Federal mquitemems.
Clark confirmed with Williams that by rectifying the developers the City had fulfilled its
obligation.
Notice of piddle hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opera
Al Shafer, inside Cry Limits, stated he owned adjoining propcny to the proposed
development. He askedthe Commissionto limit development within the specifiedaraofthe Engle
Nest.
No one requested to he heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion(AnderwNRuaeh') Approve Resolution 2097-03
Andersonstatedthe Citycl Seveard shouldrout become involved? wirtrregu]atingdevclotuneru
user eagle nests or they would have to limit development WI over Seward. She felt me City 's
notification to the developers was sufficient.
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Ciry ofSexaN, Alaska Planning Cumm"son Minulu
Motion(Hte"Mosch') Add Condition M2,`ApplicavtshaB comply
with all applicable laws pertaining to
development of Property including but not
limited to the Bold and Golden Eagle
Protection AN and Migratory Bird Treaty
Act"
Hicks spoke in support ofhls amendment fie rented pro Fish and Wi)dlife Services had
requested the City's support.
Smith scars! this issue should be added to the Commishm'50orty list and the Conardmon
should inventory nests to assist developers.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Main Motion Passed as Amended Unanimous
Resolution 2009400 of the Seward Pinning and Losing Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, granting a Conditional Use Permit to Locate Four (0) Carer Units to be used as
storage on a pad adjacent to the Seward High School in an Institutional Zoning Diatom
approvof
the ricwed pages le aM tCommission's packet. She stated sula Bu mmevded
Public al orks Project an Glens nLyinformed the in the audie that Kenai Peninsula Borough Staff
Public Works Project Manager Kevin i.yrns wen in the audience for questions and wrtmrents.
Notice of public hearing being Posted and published as reyulred by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
David Moore, the Architect hued by the Kenn Peninsula Borough, onside City Limits,
stated he was here to answer any technind questions.
In response to Smith, Moore explained these units would house school and emergency
supplies that did not include Untenable substanecs.
Kenai Peninsula Borough Project Manager Km in Lyons, outside City L ndits, stated he
was here in represent the Kenai Peninsula Borough and School District In response to Anderson,
Lyons stand the units would house items from all three schools. In response to Commissioner
comments, Lyons statM the Borough was not happy wiN the five yen conviction on the codex units
proposed by staff in the resolution, in fierfor rpponse to Commfazion comments, he stated the
Borough did nothave funds forapermanent structure and the proposed location suited the school's
needsbest. He sta¢d Ncueuspnnarionwnidor issues were rmtpertnfdds Covditionn UsePmviL
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Keith Campbell, inside City limits, spoke against allowing the cones units. He supporteda
permanent structure for aesthetic reasons and questioned if any schools an the other side of the
peninsula bed t0 resort W ounc%units
Jim Beckham, inside City Limits, noted he did not oecesseily support the cones units, but
nothing could look worse then the hallway that was previously there. He suppcmd tle5yearresiew
by staff. Beckham stated his main concesm was that the mad around the school wasn't wide enough
makinglhe areadavgerous. He.spokeagainstffice ntt epanemb auscoftherouwe ugh
the residential neighborhood. Stockmen staled the mad encroached now his property
Howard Ferran, inside City Limits, hoped the coves unit would not become the pernmera rt
solution for.storage and supported Beckman's comment.
No one requested to be hoard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion(Clerk/Ardemon) Approve Resolution 2009-14
Motinn(Hiclt/Clark) Add CYndiHaH 2,"The temporary building
posing as tacker rooms should be moved to
the same location, placed on foundations
and made. "a conforming structures"
Motion Passed Doenimoes
to response W Commissioner's questions, Glevz stated the driveway was pan of the
demolition permit reviewed by staff.
Roach win sympathetic W the schools' need for storage but stated the cones units troubled
her greatly.
Lyons noted the money was not available to build a permanent structure bemuse the foods
were not pact ofthe scope of work appropriated by the Slam. In resportcto Roach', Lyoae noted0re
schools on the other side of the peninsula none able W utilize the shared School Uistict sin ae
warehouse.
Fire Chief David Squires responded to Commission discussion by noting the Hire
Deparment planned to store Emergency Supplies for the City of Seward's disester prepeednen in
these cones wits.
Matron (Andersan/Flicks) Change Condition f from a five (5) year
reaewat date to a three (3) year renewal
date
Motion Passed Unanimous
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Made Motion Passed Yes: Anderaoa, Clark lReks Smith
No; Roach'
Informational Items and Reports (No action required)
Commission Comments -
Roach' Thanked the public for then comments.
Anderson stressed her concem that the Kenai Peninsula Borough kept 5eward's students best
interest in mind. She wted the Boys and G'nls Club was looking for space m rw then program.
Anderson stressed the need for Ne community to revisit dre traffic pedem in this area.
Smith supported fie City and the Borough looking for solutions mgemer.
Citizens' Comments-
Dugh Darling, inside City Lmors, thanked the Commission for acting on Resolut1on200q-
03 the Conditiwd Use Permit for his campground development. In response to Anderson and
Roach', Darling stated he was aware of the eagle nest and fie requirement.
Commissions and Administration Respouse to Ciirees' Comments -
Anderson spoke insupp an at developmwt on fiat side of the bay.
Council Memhm Bob Vddmm snake N support of the Commission working wall the School
District m solve the storage problem and asked rhetorical questions regarding the Darings'
campground development.
Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm.
Christy Terry
Tom Smith
Executive Liaison
Vice Chair
(City Seal)
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Call to order
The April S, 2007 regular meeting ofthe Seward Planning& l nag Commission evascalle
to order at'/:30 p.m. by Chat Manama KeiL
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Hohl led the Plcdge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call
There were present
Mammon K61 presiding, and
Margaret Anderson Kevin Clark
Lyra Hnhl Sandie Roach'
I am Smith
comprising a quormn of the Commission; and
Scutt Williams, Planner
Chesty Terry, Executive Liaison
Abscnt Hob Racks
City Administration Report
Planner Scott Williams reported on da following items:
• The Community ➢cvelopment Department had scheduled a work session for the
Comrission on the Library/ Museum rerun for April IT° at 6:30 pm.
• The Community Development Department was very bury with inquiries reganfurg
land sates and development.
• Williams stated his last day as Interim Planter would be Apri120a. HenotMhehad
enjoyed his time with the Commission.
Executive Liaison Christy Terry sated she had accepted the position of Engineering
Executive Assistant.
Williams stated he had no violations, in[erpretadon or abatements 0 report.
Other Reports, Announcements and Presentations.
KPR Planning Commission Report —Tom Smith
City uJS and Alaska P1c=o;y Canamson Minaks
Smith directed the Commission to his distributed written oTmI.
Liaison from Seward Bear Creek Mused SeMce Area Beard —Randy SbuRm
Stander noted the minutes from die last two meetings were included in the Commission
packet. He reported the Board was in reclamation to musim consulting services from Retired Flood
Plan Manager Christy Miller. Stauffer men listed the Board's 2007 capital projects, discusaed the
article to appear in the Seward Phoenix lug, notified the Commission of the upcoming Town
Meeting onme October 2006F1ood, and shmrd thatthe Kcnv Wmershcd Puma wasin Seward this
week.
Cifirms'Commonh on Any SubjeNexcept Those Items Scheduled PorPublic Hearing —None.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda —
Motion (Anderson/Smith) Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Anderson added item 9.11 "The Question of Ammexados" to the agenda.
Bob] pulled the March 6, 2009 Regular Meeting Minutes from the Consent Agenda and
added item 9,C "Work Session RepoHs'to the agenda.
Motion Passed as Amended Unanimous Consent
Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing -
Resolution 2001-01, of the Sewed Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, grassing an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit issued to Providence Alaska
(10/1996) as amended by Ne Seward Board of Adjustment: elimination of conditions 10b
related to the requirement for perimeter forcing for the Hellstop located on Lot Is, Original
Towhaite of Seward, Marathon Addition, within the h asibtionai name District
Williams stated this resolution was postponed to hold a work session. The applicant was
pmsent at the work session that was held with the Commission and was m the audience tordglN.
Notice of public hearing bring posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Ben Faust, Providence Seward Medical and Care Center, outside City Limits, spoke in favor
ofmo resolu[iom
In response m Hord, Faust stated it would be preferable to have the fence completely
trammed but Providence was willing to compromise.
No one else requested to be beard and the public hearing was dosed
Sponsored by: Applicant
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASI
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2007-I4
A RESOLUTION BY THE SEWARD PLANNING AND Z.DNINC.
COMMISSION OF TILE CITY OF SEWARD, ALAS", GRANTING A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO SPRING CREEK CORRECTIONAL
CEKTER (SCCC) TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE AN ADDITIONAL,
20-BED MINIMUM SECURITY HOUSING UNIT ON THE CURRENT
SCCC MAXIMUM SECURITY PRISON SITE, WITHIN THE
INSTITUTIONAL ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Spring Creek Correctional Center (SCCC) has applied for a conditional use
permit fium the Scward Planning and Zoning Commission to construct and operate on additional
20-bcd minimum security housing unit; and
WHEREAS, occurring to We Seward City Code, T.and Uses Allowed Table 15.10.225,
facilities such as the planed correctlava /praon development an; allow d in the Insdmriaml
Zoning INstr n as a conditionally PermiRed use; and
WHEREAS, the 20-bed housing unit is an addition W the current maximum sworrty
prison and
WHEREAS, this Musing unit will be comprised of one (1) single story (20-bur0 housing
unit compared withur security fencing; and
WHEREAS, baving complied with the public notification pmvas, on August 9, 2007,
the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public bearing on the
Conditional Use Permit application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planting and Zoning
f.0lrnal66inll thffi:
SeeEon 1. According W SCC 15. 10.320.D., the Commission shall establish a finding Jost the
use satisfies run following conditions prior to granting a conditional use permit
A. The are is ronostent whh the parpme Of Bills chapter (roe Seward Zoning Code) and
the par inner ofd r zoning didrict
Finding: This finding ban been met. The property is curtuntlY Zoned Institutional
(INS), 'rue In6timrional Zoning district provides an rose for public and private
administcdtive and government uses (SCC 15.05.025, (b) U 1). Upending a wrreetional
fncilby is consistent with the planned uses in the Institutional Zoning District.
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
Resolmion 2009-14
B. The value of adjoining property will not be signifaamly Impaired
Finding: This finding has been met. The current rnaxhvum security facility of
Spring Creek Correctional Center is located on an approximately 262 acre agreed of land,
known as SCCC,'I ract A. This large parcel is located on the Pant side of ResurreCtme
Bay Northeast of the Seward Marine I iushVal Center. The Warned 20-oral minimum
security hauling unit will to located just or the East of The current maximum security
facility whirm surenew security fencing. There is no Sndmation that the proposed facility
would negatively impair the value ofadjoining property.
C. The proposed we is in harmony with the Seward Comptehemoof Pfan.
Finding: This finding has been mac The Spring Creek Conecfionel Center is in
Itammny with the Sewall 2020 Comprehensive Plan (approved by Council, 2005) and
Strategic Plan (1999) in that both plans encourage grewdi and expo vion oflbe Feciliw.
Seward 2020 ComorebeonWe Plan
The Comprehensive Plan sates' rmtiaae to advocate the Department orcorrxlions and Alaska
Seem Legislature to expand the Spring Creek Correchond Center (SCCC)." (3,12.1) (page 19).
8tgeeek Plae (19")
The Suaregic Plan states "C n inue to lobby the DepaMtene of Corrections and the state
legislahsre to expend the Spring Crew Cone ead Center," (page 6)
D. Public Services andfae0ider are adequate to serve the Proposed we.
Finding: This belong has Wen mm Spring Creek Conectional Center is a large
developed facility with adequate infrastructure. The required public services end
irsTmstrnerurce fin the addnarr ed housing unit have been reviewed aM agreed upon by
both City gaff and 9CC0 staff.
E. The proposed we will not be harmful to the publics jets, healrb or wey re.
Winding: This finding Isar Wen met. The current SCCC facility has operated safely
for over IS years. There is no reason to believe drat the additional 20-bed unit "old
change dre safe operation of the existing facility.
F. Any and o0 specya conditions deemed necessary by the commGsbn ro fu✓W the
above-mentloned crnditions shaft be met by the appluant These mV Include but are
not limited m mearures rehdive to greets, screening, site dewbpmew, building design,
operation of the use and Whet similar aspect related to the proposed sea
I. Mudifieativas he the site plan dated June T, 2007 which was approved by the
commission as a supporting document for this CoudiNonad Use Parent shall be
approved by staff or the Commission prior to implementation
H
Seward Planning and boning Commission
Resolution 2007-14
2. Modification to the final approval of this conditional use permit may, upon
application by the promisee, be modified by the Planning and ] ing
Commission:
A When changed conditions cause the conditional use on no longer common to
the standards for its approval.
B. To implement a different development plan conforming 10 de smndarts for its
approval.
C. The modifiea¢on plan shall be subject to a public hearing and a filing fee se[
by City Council Resolution.
Section 2. The Planning and Zoning Commission finds that the proposed use, subject to the
above conditions, smuf,05 0m criteria for grmtmg a conditional use permit provided the
conditions listed on Section 1, Subsecfion F am met by the applicant, and authorizes the
advwdsnation to issue a conditiund use permit to the Spring Crock C'.arrtMion Center to allow
Ne constmction and operation of an additioned 20-BW minimum security, housing unit.
Section 3. The Plamdng and Zoning Commission finds that adherence to the conditions of
this permit is parnmoant in maintaining Ne intent of Seward City Code Section 15.10,320,
Ccmditioml Use permits, and auflxr v s the administration to issue a conditional use permit
Additionally, the administration shall periodically confirm the use conforms to the standards 0f
its approval.
Session 4. This recsolmion shall take effect 10 days following its adoption.
PASSED ANT) APPROVED by the Seward Planing and Zoning Commission this r day of
August 2007.
THE CITY OF SEWARD
Marianna Keil, Chatr
AYES'.
NOES:
ABSEN]':
ABSTAIN: ATTEST:
VACANT: One
Jean Eewis, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seat)
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P&Z Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August], 2009 ,@!
Through: Phillip Oates, City Menagcc �F ey, y _
From; Dowa Glenn, lommung Assistant=�M
Agenda Item: Resolution 20I-14 granting a Conditions] Use
Permit to Spring Creek Correctional Center (SCCC) to construct
and operate an additional 20-bed minimum security housing unit
on the current SCCC maximum security prison site, within the
Institutional Zoning District
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
lbe Spring Creek Conwdond Center (SCCC) but applied hur a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
to censmmt and operate an additional 20-bed minimum security housing unit on the contend
SCCC maximum security prisons site within the Institutional Zoning District. The current
maximum security tannin was constmcted and opened for operative in the late 1980's.
Comeudonal/prison facility was added to the Land Does Allowed Table as an allowed use by
Conditional Use Permitwith Ordnvece 199425 in June 1994.
S[R(RO(INDOG LAND USE AND ZONING:
The proposed building site is located to the East of the torrent prison facility, just outside the
maximum security financing. SCCC is located on a 262 acre patent), known as SCCC, Tract A
and which is within an )nstimtiond Zoning Dletrict. All surrounding parcels are within the
Industrial Zoning DhIricl or the large 1 -aomce Management Zoning District The arca of
Industrial Zoviog is eamblisbed as a intact iv which the principal use of land is for business,
mromachuing processing fabricating, repair, assembly, storage, wholesaling and dishibutiug
operations. Reaource Management areas are generally Inge wdeveioped areas with sm public
smdccsmmilitiea.
As reslaxed by Seward City Code, property owners within three hundred (300) fret of SCCC
Tract A, were notified of the proposed Conditional Use Permit action and the propetty was
portM with publictu lice signs.
Rerommehded conditions
1. Modifications to the site plan dated Ane 1, M07 which was approwod by the
Commission as a supporting document for this Conditional Use permit shill he
approved by sluff or the Commission prior to implementation.
2. Modification to the find approval of this conditional use permit may, upon
application by the permitue, be modified by the Planning and Zoning
Commission:
A When changed emalitioa cause the conditional use on no longer conform to
the standards for its approval.
13. To implement a different development plan conforming m the standards for its
approval.
C. 'Ilan modification plan shall be subject to a public hearing and a filing fee set
by City Council Resolution.
CONSISTRNCY CHECKLIST, Yes No
Seward 2020 Comprehensive Plan X
The Comprehensive Plan smtes "Continue to advocate the Deparmsent of Corrections and Alaska
Smte Ugelature to expand the Spring Creak Correolimel Center (SCCC)"(3.1.2.1)(page 19).
Stratede Plan 19") A
The Strategic Plan states "Com(uaa m lobby the Dcpertmmt of Correction; sad the state
legislartue m expand the Spring Creek Correctional Center." (page6)
RECOMMRNDATION:
Stacy nxommends approval of Resolution 2007-14 granting a Conditional Use Permit to the
Spring Greek C tonal Center (SCCC) m cwarruct and operate an additional 20-bed
n119119Um security housing unit on the cannot SCCC maximum security prison site, within the
Inadiluppual 7011191; District.
CM OF SEIVARD
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I'LANNIrvG OFFICE ITYI)E SEWARD
UU UNITY DEVELOPMENT OFF16E
P.O, Box 1 • Seward, Alaska 99664
19
190]) 2244048
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
This completed application is to he submitted to the Community Oevelo(:m¢nf Department no
later than tMee 13) weeks en advance of the next regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting held the first Tuesday of each month. The application must be
accompanied by the a25000 f : ami it property is already developed, an as bu It
survey Prepared by a surveyor registered in the State of Alaska; or scaled eke and alevanon
plane fqr d ad land
APPLICgNT NFORMATION
AppraaeS _Spring Creek Correctional Center, State of Alaska
AAx,—<, Mile 5 Nash Road _ _ „_ _ 907,2248108
Property owner lit Other than app icaml: City of Seward
Address: Telephone No.:
PROPERTY DESCifpT ON
Adtlress: Mlle S Nash Road Lot Slaw 320 acres Iacres(SF)
Lot _ Block_ Subdivision Fourth Of July Creek Tax Parcel No._=_
Land Use Plan reaigroman:Institutional Zoning Designation: Institutional
DEVELOPMENT �L IN RM TION
A. What sVucuums are located outhe Oseramv? thed"nm Security Prison s
8- What is be exlstingm a of m&vmperty? Maximum Security Prison
C. What lathe proposed use ofthe property Add a minimum security housing unit
D. What is your davemperand me schedule? Complete by J�nua�ry 2008.
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E. Prior to the Seward Planning and Zoning commission granting a conditional use Permit
(CUP), it shall be established that the use satisfies the following conditions iSCC 4
15.10.3201:
The applicant hereby alleges that:
t. The use is consistent with the thrones of the Seward Zoning Code and the purposes
of the zoning district:
Spring Creek Correctional Center, State of Aaska is already zoned for a prison this will
add 90 more beds to the IN
2. Thevalue of the adjoining property will not be significantly impaired:
Spring Creek Contractional Center dominates the 320 acre she already. This will not
=sew the va us of any adloininamy.
3. The proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan:
Spring Creek Correctional Center has been here since 1988 and has been on the
Reword Comprehensive Plan as a persomsite since then
4. Public services and facates are adequate to serve the proposed use:
Tnis all have very minimal impact on the public services and facilities already
Alone Pit for the Prison.—
5. The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare:
This will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare any more than the prison
almady h
Any and all specific corrections deemed necessary by the commission to fulfill the above
mentioned condroons shell be met by the applicant. These may include but are not limited to
measures relative to acmes, screening, site development, building design, operation of the use
and other similar aspects related to the proposed use.
2 of
F. Include building elevation plans and a site plan, drawn to scale. The site plan should
nclude. al property dimensions; bl location and dimneweres of existing and planned
buildings; of parking configuration: dl drivewayslaccess; el natural features; and fl
other pertinent informatipn.
I hereby hardly that the above statements and other information submitted are true and
accurate fo the beat of my knowledge, and that 1, as applicant, have the following legal
Interest in the property:
I 1 Owner of record;
0 Lessee;
I - Contrast Purchaser;
1 1 Authorized to act for a person who has the following legal interest:
I also understand that this Ram will be scheduled for action only if all application materials are
submitted not less than three weeks in advance of the nexx regularly scheduled Planning and
Zoning Commission meeting held the first Wednesday of rokiplowith.
Attendant Strouseas
Property Owner S Sig azure
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Aagust7,2007 MOV
To:
planning and Zoning Commission
Through:
Damon Glenz, Planning Assistant
From:
Christy Terry, Engineering Executive Assistant
Subject:
SMIC Development Plan Updmes
The Port suit Commerce Advisory Bored held multiple work sessions to solicit public convnents
and discuss updates to the Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan (Plan). The
Board bas elan bend a Public Hearing to collect testimony on the play. The proposed updates
have been incorporated into the Plan for review using bald-trdicind-undedies for additions
and a anikeffseagb to denote deletions. (Please note: the approved 1995 Seward Marine
Industrial Center Development Plan remains in effect until a new plan is adopted by Council)
The Bored sent the revised plan to the planning Said Zoning Commission for review and
conamuniz and the Commission held a work session an Jose 19, 2007. planning rote l ping
suggested one change be Incorporated into the body of me plan. The change has been
highlighted in gray:
BASIC MARINE INFRASTRUCTURE
GOAL A dredged, protected basin wiM adequate docks, ship i fts and uplands an
form a core marine industrial center that coal accommodate new
businesses in supporting a stable economic base with yearvround jobs.
The Basin envisioned M the 1980 Cemmry-Quadra concept was enclosed, protected and
dredged to -21 feet mean lower low water (hD.LW) to aecommadace medium draft vessels
for ship repair, cargo off loading and general moorage- The basin has been dredged te
design with -25 foot berths adjacent to the Shiplifl Dock and the North Dock The basin is
protected by a rip rap breakwater along the mot shoreline, by a Slid sheet pile cell
breakwater along the south and southwest, and by sheet piling along a section of the North
Dead, it N etin open as the bay along the Sint and northwmt sides.
1. The unemctased basin allows swells and surges which fisnes. Pmhlb&Me laudin and
an/oadNe of vessels of all sties. and ' ingiimh contributes to the
damage of dock facihtim and inerevan the potential for accidents.
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bosun MIC
Continue to work with the Corps of Engineers to review the feasibility of 8M
federal funding involvement in the breakwater projeets.
Commiss'wmvs also noted support for the eaaminadon of setbacks and temporary structures in
the SMIC area and are asking the Board or consider incorporating Port Security aspects required
under new Homeland Security requirements.
The neat step in the process is fw the Commission to forward the Plan back to the Pon and
Commerce Advisory Board with Planning and Zoning Commission consumers.
RECOMMENDATION:
Motion, "I mow b forward the Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan bark to the
Port and C rneroe Adviwry Board nrds the imoMorreed Planning and Zoning Commission
Cements:
1, Under Basic Marine INrostrucmre In. add "Aggressively"
2. Slre Planning end Zoning Cananission supports the Board examkdng setbacks and
teapot ary structures in the SMIC area
i. the wearing and Zoning Crunmission suggests the Board consider incorporating Port
Security aspects required under new Homeland Security requir®ants."
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MEMORANDUM
Data: August 7,2007
To: planning and Zoning Commission
flrrough: Dome Gleru, Planning Assistant
From: Anne Miry, Executive Liaison
Subject: August 21,2W7 Work Session
The Commission's current Work Session is scheduled for 630 pm. on August 21`;
however the Commission does not have a topic selected for the wud session. Possible
Work Session topics for discussion could include my derus off the Priority List or
emerging topics Commissioners might be aware of.
The Commission currently has a Special Meeting scheduled for Amgmst 14,207 7 at 7;W
p.m. This special meeting is sehobded to hold a public hearing for We U.S.S. 186,
food R, C and D, Lung Terms Care Facility Rapist. fhis Special Meeting was moved up
me week to assist the applicant in meeting We Knout Peninsula Platting Commission mt
off dates,
The Planting and Zoning Commission has already been committed to holding the toe
scheduled metings in the month of August; the Commission could choose to morel the
Work session or choose a topic and confirm the work session on August 21, 2007 at h:30
p.m.
RECONVAENDuCtION:
The Plannhg and Zorthtg Commission set a topic for their August 21, 2007 Work
Session or cancel the work session for August.
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Call In order
the March 20, 2007 special meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was
called to order7:30 p.m. by Vice Chair Tom Smith.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Reach' led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Rog Call
'there were present
Tom Smith presiding, and
Kevin Clark Sandie Roach'
Bob Hicks Mmgaret Anderson
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Scott Williams, Plmmm helephoNeelly from Fairbanks)
Donor Glens Planning Assistant
Christy Troy, Exe olive Llaimn
Absent: Madan %sil Lyra Rom
City Administration Report
Planner Smolt Williams reported on upcoming Commission Agcodn Items.
Planning Assistant Mons Glen relportm on the f Ilnwing items:
• City offices will be closed on Monday, March 26m. The City Comrc➢ Merung was
resobduld ForTwWay. March 27v,
• Reminder that the Annual Joint Planning and]ving Work Session wax scheduled at
6pm on Match 296
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• Assistant City ManagerKirstea Vesel was wnsitioning from working pan herein*
fail tune.
• Approval of the new City Manager Contract would be on the March 27's Council
Meeting Agenda.
• Commuwty Development and Engineering tweived the new large format copier.
Other Reports, Announcements and Presentations Naar,
Cubans' Comments on Any Subject except these Items Scheduled For public Hearing— None
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Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda -
Mellon (AndersodClark) Approve Me Agenda and Consent Agrado
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Public Hearings -
Resolution 200743 of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, granting a Conditional Use Permit to Hugh and Iris Darbugforthe development ofs
20-Space Recreational Vehicle Campground I Park at 1303 Nash Road, T1S, R1S Seward
Meridian, Government Lots J& 5 in a Resource Management Zoning District
Commission reviewed additional lay downs from United Steles Department of the Interior
Fish and Wildlife Services.
Glerrz reviewed information provided on page 7,8 and 9 of the packet. Stre stated it was
amft's reurmmcndatar W apprvve the Resolution. ffim p nse W Clark Glcncnotcd theJuly 25th,
2006 letter was sent directly W Mayor Shafer and was forwarded to the Commission today. She
clarified that staffs recommeMation remained the same.
In response W Anderson cod Smithy Wi isms smtedthe regulatory mummy was vested in me
tederN Agency and] the applicants bad been notified W contact the appropriate Agency.
Hicks questioned why the Federal m uests were not outlined in the Conditional Use formal.
Wllllams surged the City had notified the applicants of the Federal requirements
Clark confirmed with Williams that by mmtifyivg the developers the City had fulfilled its
obligation -
Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was atoned.
AI Shafer, inside City Limit;, stated he owned adjoining property W the proposed
development Ile asked the Commission W liamdevelopmevt within the specified areaofthc Cagle
Nest
No one requested W he heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion(ArltlenndRoach') Approve Resolution 3007-0
Anderson stated the (try of Seward should tat hxome invol ved with regWsting devckymrent
near eagle nests or they would have to limit development all over Seward. She felt the City's
notification to the developers was sufficient.
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Motion(IickgBoncW) Add Condition 02,"AppB®ntahnB comply
wish all applicable laws pertaining to
development of property including but not
limited to the Bald and Golden Eagle
Pretecsion Act and Migratory Bird Treaty
Act"
Hicks spoke in support ofhis amendment. He rened chat Fish and Wildlife Services had
requested the City's support.
Smith staled [his issue should he added to the Commission's priority list and the Commission
should inventory nests in assist developers.
Motion Passed liummeroug
Main Motion Passed as Amended Unanimous
Resolution 2009-04 of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, grouting a Conditional Use Permit to Locate Four (4) Conea Units to be teed as
storage on a pad adjacent to the Seward High School in an Institafional Zoning District
Glens reviewed pages 20 and 21 oftba Conunissiov's pocket. She sated staffrecommeMed
approval of We msoluti m. Glens infomsN We Commission that Kenai Perdinita Borough Staff
Public Works Project Manager Kevin Lyons was in the audience for questions and comments.
bofice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
David Moore, the Architect hired by the Kenai Peninsula Borough, outside City Limits,
sated he was here in answer any, technical questions.
In rospomie to Smith, Moore explained these stints would house school and emergency
supplies teat did not include Babout substances.
Kenai Peninsula Borough Project Manager Kevin Lyons, outside City Limits, stated he
was herein represent the Kenai Perdvits Borough and School District In response m Anderson,
Lyons small the units would house items from all Muse schools. In response to Commissioner
comments, Lyons stated the Borough was not happy with the five year restriction on the cones wits
proposed by staff in the resolution. In further respostse in Commission enormous, he staled We
Boma gh did not have funds for a permanent structure and rise proposed location suited the school's
nesedsbest. He stated die transportation corridor issues were not part ofthis Conditional Use Permit.
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Keith Campbell, inside City limits, spoke against alloafing the cones arms. Ife supponcd a
permanent structure for aesthetic reasons and questioned if any schools on the other side of tls
pe urcum had to ream to cones units.
Jim Deekham, inside City Limits, noted he did not necessarily support the coax units, bar
nothing could look worse then the hallway that was previously there. He supported the 5 year review
bycaff. Beckhmv stated las main covicem was that dneroad around the school wasn't wide enough
makingtheareadangemus. He spoke against the current traffic padcm because of the mute thorough
the residential neighborhoodlba kham.seated the road mereachcd ones his property.
Howard Permit, made City Iimits, hoped the wnex comb would not become the permanwt
solution for swage and supported Reckhem's comments.
No one requested to be board and the public hearing was cloud.
Motion (Clarlu Arederson) Approve Resolution 200744
Motion(Hieka/Clark) Add Condition 2,`The temporary building
posing as locker moms should he moved to
the same location, placed on foundations
and made code conforming structures"
Motion Passed Unanimous
In response es Commissioner's questions, Glenn stated the driveway was part of the
demolition permit reviewed by scoff.
Reach' was sympathetic an the schools' need for sesmge but stated the coax cries troubled
her greatly.
Lyons noted the money was not available to build a permanent strumuro because the hands
re not port of the scope of work appropriated by the Stare. In response to Roach', Lyons noted the
schools on the other side of the peninsula were able es utliee the shared School ➢istrict storage
warehouse.
Fire Chief David Squires responded to Commission discussion by noting the Firc
Department planned to store Emergency Supplies for the City ofScwad'a disaster preparedness to
these wnex unit.
Matron (Andersadtlicks) Change Condition 1 from a five (5) year
renewal date to a three (3) year renewal
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Motion Passed unanimous
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commission Comments -
Reach' thanked the public for their conspectus.
Anderson stressed her concern Nat the Kenai Peninsula B orosgh kept Sewazd's students lost
interest in mind. She noted the Boys road Girls Club was looking hn apace to ran then program.
Anderson shs see l the need for the uemnuntty to revisit the eaBc pattern in this nose
Smith supporrM the City and the Borough looking for solutions together.
Citizens' Comments -
Hugh Darling, battle City Limits, ranked the Commission for acting onBesolumm2007-
Rl the Conditional lice Permit for his campground development. In response to Anderson had
Roach', During stated be was aware of the eagle cost and the requireruen4.
Commissions and Administration Reeponu to Citizens' Comments -
Anderson spoke m support ofdevelopment on that side of the bay.
Council Member Bob Valdsfraspoke in support ofthe Cnmmiaeion working nith the School
District to solve the arose problem and asked rhetorical questions regarding the Darlings'
carnpgroucd development.
Adjournment
Meeting odjoumed at 8:25 M.
Christy Terry -_ Tom smith
Executive Liaison Vice Chair
(City Seep
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Call ro order
The April 5,2007 regmarmeeting ofthe geward Planning& Zoning Commission wescalled
m order m 7:30 p.m. by Chair Machinate Kell.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Hold led the Pledge ofAlleglar¢e to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present;
Mernamm Keil presiding, and
Margaret Andersoa Kevin Clmk
Lynn Hold gauche Roach'
Tom Smith
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Scott Williams, Plmmer
Christy Terry, Executive Liaison
Absent Bob Hicks
City Administration Report
Parer gent[ Williams reported on the following items:
• "1 he Community Development Department had scheduled a work session for the
Commission on the Library/ Museum rezone for April t]m at 6:30 pm.
• TM Community Development Department was very busy wida inquiries regarding
land sales and development.
• Williams stated his last day as homfin Planner would he April 2&° Henomdhehad
enjoyed his time with the Commission.
Executive Liaison Christy Terry stated she had accepted the position of Engineering
F ocutive Assistant.
Williams stated he had no violations, interpretations or abatements to report
Other Reports, Anaouncements and Presentations-
KPB Planning Commission Report —Tom Smith
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Smith directed the Commission to his distributed written report
6ianon from Seward Bear Creek Flood Service Am Board -Randy Stauffer
Stauffer noted As min gees from lire last two me Rings were included in the Commission
bucket. it, rapaej the Board was in negotiation to retain consulting services from Retired Flood
Plan Manager Christy Miller. Stauffer then listed the lkaw:Fa 2007 capital projects, discussed the
article to appear in the Seward Phoeoia [.og, wro kd the Commission of the upcoming Town
Mcwfngon the Octnber Mai Flood, and shard thatthe Kenai Watesshd Forumwas in Sewaidthls
week.
CBiveue'Commrnb on. any SuhjeGccceptThosa Remo Scheduled For Public Hearing -Noun
Approve] of Agenda and Consent Agenda -
Mofian(Andenaunimitk) Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Andersen added item 9.9 "The Question of Aunenemise to the agenda.
Hold pulled the March 6, 2007 Remsh r Meeting Minu tm from the Consent Agenda and
added item 9.0 "Work Session Reports" to the agenda.
Motion Passed as Amended Continuum Consent
Unfmighed Business Irene requiring a Public Hearing -
Regulation 2009-01, of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, granting an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit issued to Providence Alaska
(1011996) as amended by the Seward Doard of Adjustuenb elimination of condition Ung
related m the rcquiremeot for parameter fencing for the Helistop located on Lot Is, Original
Townsim of Sewall, Marathon Addition, within the ImHntional Zoning District
Wiilianas staid this resolution was postponed to hold a work session. The applicant was
present at the work session Wm was bold with the Commission said was in rite audience mrught
Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Ben Faust. Providence SewaN Medical and Care Centro, outside City Limits, spoke in favor
of the resolution.
In response to Hohl, Faust sorted it would be preferable to have the fence completely
removed but Providence was walling to compromise.
No one else requested to be heard and the public hearing wag closed.
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Moors Menith/Roarh') Approve Resolution 2007-01
(Madan made oa 3/621)U] and puslpaned)
Roach' spoke in opposition an the resolution and noted the request to remove the condition
stemmed from maintenance issues that could be addressed in other ways and reiterated her safety
concerns,
Held s4tedhcrcoacemswith @ehosplW meeting tlwwrMitions ofthehcurrenl Conditional
Use Permit.
Commission and stab discussed public notice requirements surrounding Hohl's major
amendments to Resolution 2W7-01.
Anderson and Smith concurred that this resolution was specifically dealing with amending
condition 10b of the Conditional Use Permit.
Williams stated his concern with the public notice requirements and atmchiug items to this
resolution dealing with enforcement. He stated 4ta0'should examine the enforcement questions
surrounding the Conditional Use Permit or We Commission could direct staff to bring the
Conditional Use permit back for the Commissions; review.
HOW suggested postponing the resolution.
Kell spoke against postponing the resolution.
Hohi spoke against modifying a Conditional Use Permit where the applicant wasn't in
compliance with utlur conditions.
Smith Acted Providence's request to modify the force was due to their maintenance issues
and did not address safety concerns.
Anderson stated she was on the Seward City Council when the belistep was approved for this
area and initially bad reservations. She noted (late wren no other plat for the hek". Andenun
spoke in support ofthe resolution and aced she was willing to look at the COP compliance at later
time.
Motion alohl/Roseh') &died 1. B should read, "There is no
indication that amending the conditional
usr permit by avudifying the francs to allow
it to be removable during the winter
months would substantively change site
and/or operating conditions nor urgativetv
impact We value of adjoining properties
and no negative public comment has been
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received frem the neighboring property
owners."
Commi ulna discussed options surrounding arvending 0re resnlufion specific m tNs ear Witiov
I Ob.
In response to Williams' enforcement gnesfioms, Rohl stated ber intent was to allow
Providence some Flexibility removing the fence based on the weather.
Clark stressed trusdvg Providence to make the decision regarding fence safety.
Anderson arnf Roach' discussed due ane to al evidence of the last 9 years.
Hold remiuded the Commission of Fire Chief Dave Squires' concerns.
Motion Passed Yes: Rohl, YnD, Roach', Smith
No: Anderson, Clark
Motion(HohhSmith) Section 2, repiser 4mmoving condition 10F
with, 'amending Condition 10b to allow
removable fencing'
Motion Passed Unanimous
Maio Motion Passed Unanimous
Public Hearings —
Resolution 2007-05, of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, granfing a Conditional Use Permit to Tom and Lori Swann the development of an 11—
mom hotel at 504 Adams Street located in a Central Rusioess Zoning Dialler
Williams mpur1ed the Swarms' request was to convert the historic Independent Ocher of Odd
Fellows Hall inmwcieven room ho[elminclude abWirovm and wvkrcwe epece. CYnendyfhe
huilding we a single family residence occurring as a bed and breakfast Williams reported there
were no parking requirements in tM Ccntml Business District, but the applicant was willing to
provide eleven parking spaces. He recommended appmvel ofthe mnditianal usepermit.
Notice of public hearing being posted and published nu required bylaw was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Keny Mania, inside city limits, spoke in support ofthe project Hcelatifiedthe Commission
should addmes the need m vacace the lot Jim with the addition and the sign code needed to he
examined regarding the sign projecting low the right of way.
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In response to Hold, Tom Swoon stated he would begin wnsrr anion within the rest two
years. In furthMrespnnse to Hold, Swann.cfa[ed the refuse containers would go on the comernestto
the door on the T. shaped side. Sworn confirmed for Rohl that there was a toml of I I hotel moms
plus the resident apartment. In response to Hob], Swann stated he addressed the parking issue under
his application item k4.
Hold thought *modem spaces were allowed and would help address the parking issue.
In response to Mold, Swann slated he had not obst and ADA approval because there was no
reamn to until the Commission approved the CUP. He staled the plan would be completed by an
architect In further response to Hold, Swarm assured HOW he was mquircd to meet ADA simrdards.
He stated he was aware of the needed wplat. Swam voted there would be landscaping.
No one else requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Williams stated the ordinate was first verifying that the use would be allowed and would
then complete the lot line vacation, a building permit would be obtained, and a sign permit wr dd be
obtained.
Motion (Anderson/Clark) Approve Resolution 2007-05
Chair Kali roled that Clark did not have a conflict of interest baud on Clark operating a
competing bed and breakfast.
Hod stressed the Commission's practice was to require adequate parking in the Central
Business District as it applied to lodgmg.
Smith and Anderson concurred Thal the parking Swann was proposing was adequate.
Mat (HoWAaderson) Add Section F.1, `Refuse location to be
approved by City Staff and may require
screening."
Motion Passed Unanimous
Motion (HohVSmith) Add Section F.2, `The property will be
mounted in compliance with SCC
k12.01.030."
Williams questioned the need fortheconditim sincetharequ'vemarc waspartofthebuilding
code and would be required in the building permit process.
Kohl spoke in support of the need fur the amendment.
Clark questioned ifthei amendment was redundant.
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Motion Passed Yea: Anderson, Clark, Hold, Smith
No: Keil, Roach'
Hotel suggested compliance language be incorporated into the CUP regarding the sign wds.
Kell spoke or support of the current sign.
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2001-06, of the Seward Planning Aud Planing Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, reenmmcuding the Seward City Council approve the Vacation of-%" Street between
First Avenue and Second Avenue and Convey Title to the State Of Alaska (AOTEC) for
Educational Facilities
Williams stated this was an old issue and reviewed the history of the site. He reviewed the
provision in Section l of the resolution. Wilitmna slated that this vacation was in conjuncture with
the wnveyanw of flock b to lbeolmiun 21109-0. He concluded with staffs recommendation to
transfer the entire rigid of -way to the State of Alaska
Notice of public hearing being pooled and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearingwas opened.
Sony Martin, insidecity limits,wMrmdit mdyrrl senseto give the entire right-of-way
In the State of Alaska He suggested clarifying the sedora In the resolution.
No one the requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion(ClarWSmitb) Approve Resolution 2007-U6
Chair Ke0 ruled that Rohl did not have a crafted of interest based on Rohl's husband
being an employee of AVTEC.
Held clarified that Alaska SWIG Statutes require the right-of-way divided between the two
property owners. She noted the right-of-way had value and the City should receive something for
this valuable asset.
The rules were suspended to allow Kerry Marlin to speak
Marim stated there bad been previous instances where the City had agreed to give away the
enure right-nP-way.
Andersen suggested the Slam of Alaska had prime properly to node, firs she stated this issue
might be more appropriate for the next resolution. Anderson stated her wncenu with draining and
public access to First I,ake.
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Williams discussed converseetionswith AV IBC regardiugperyctual easemena,parkhtgand
access to the park.
In response to Kcil, Williams sunulsed the Hipp School was built over the right -ref -way to
1956. He slated the details of nor resonance would he decided upon by Council.
Keil spoke in support of the vacation as submitted.
Hold sided the sapience footage Ming given away would Emit the City's negotiation with the
Block conveyance.
Commission recessed from 9:15 to 9:25.
Kril read Kemi Peninsula Borough Code allowing, in some cases, the entire width ofthe
vacated right-of-way to attach to one panel.
Hohl read the State Salutes attaclwg the width in equal proportions wids one exception.
In response to Hold, Williams stated the planning and Zoning Commission in their advisory
role was to review this item prior to Ming decided on by Council. In brother response to Hotel,
Williams stated lM ba Wbereas clause was refereeing W the City Manager.
Motion Passed Yea: Anderson, Clark, Kell, Roach', Smith
No: Hotel
Resolution 2009-07, of the Seward Planning And Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Almka, recommending the Seward City Council approve the Conveyance of Black 6 also
Described As: T 1S R I W SEC 10 Seward Meridian SW 000U00i Original Townsite of Seward
Federal Adda (School Reserve) BLK 6 to the State of Alaska (AVTFC) for Educational
Facilities
Williams sard dos wed the companion resolution to the preceding vacation. Heotnlinedthe
emrent use ofthc properly. He road the provision in Section 1.
Notice of public hearing bring posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Kerry Martin, inside city Iuuia, recommended disposal of the property, but stressed the need
to receive odegoate compensation. He outlined some of the available Sate property.
to response to one of Mortin's suggested properties, Randy Stauffer, inside city limits,
clad5ed the Sate's ownership claims for resources in navigable waterways.
No one oleo requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
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Williams clarified the City of Seward did not have school powers mid would net likely be
operating a school on the site.
Motion (Anderson/Clark) Approve Resolution 2MI-07
W it liams roNirmed for Anderson that his recommendations were iwluded m We resolutiov.
Anderson discussed her access concerns into Two Lakes Park.
Motion (AmdersoNHnh) Amend Section 3. item I following 'Other
feature oithe pared,' add 'including entry
and emit access to and parking for Two
Lakes park'
Hotel spoke in support of the amendment and stated this should also be addressed in the
fishing process.
Williams spoke in support of the need for access to be outlined in the resolution.
Anderson discussed the need to have access on the North ere of the property.
Williams stated the State owned the pacel on the North end end tlsey would have control
over the traffic flow. He statN the provision for access could he used es leverage by the Council.
Commission discussed the most appropriate langupge for the amendment
Motion passed Unanimous
Kcg and poach' discussed the public's interest in the conveyance. The)round AYTEC and
private business' contributions to the community.
Hotel stared this asset had moronity value in either cash or rode. She supported obtaining
comparable compenastion. Hold noted the City could pay the Federal Government to remove the
Mutational restrictions.
Motion (AndersoWHold) Amend Me ?'a Whereas Claus following
'interest.' to add 'The City is urged to
"near other lands in exchange for this
transfer, such as the State Shop Site, Fifth
and R Street parcel, and acreage behind
Forest Acres.'
Williams suggested the Commission send a letter to Council with their reuuumenddions.
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Smith supported not giving the land away, but stated the negotiators should be allowed W
negotiate the best deal.
Roachand Hohl spoke in support of the amendment.
Hold stated it was cleaner to outline the Commission wishes or one recommit.
Clark supported Council's ability to negotiate.
Anderson spoke in support ofher amendment, but suggested following up with an additinrwl
letter.
Motion Passed Yes: Anderson, Clark Hold, Roach', Smith
No: Ked
Main Motion passed unanimous
By general consene es, the Commission directed Administration in write a letter to
Council with recommendations regarding mnveyanee of Block 6.
Unfinished husineas
January 4, 2007 Regular Meeting Minutes
llohl suggested postponing the minutes one mom time to allow her to submit her
amrndments in writing by Monday to the Executive Liaison.
Motion(Andemon/Clark) Approve January 4,2007 Regular Meeting
Minutes
Motion(HohVClark) Postpone the January 4, 2000 Regular
Meeting Minutes
Terry mad SCC §2.10.060 allowing Council Members W allow their remarks W be reflroteel
in the minutes vcsirGm. She noted in the absence of Rules of procedure for the Commission,
Council wee were followed.
Kcil spoke against the postponwrnt.
Motion Failed Yes: Held, Reach', Smith
No: Anderson, Clark Kell
HuM began her mnrndments W the minutes.
Clark and Keil discussed their conamtx with Hold's amendmenm
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Hart voted shewas allowed loohengaher comments She stated she was willingm outline
treramersdm®te line try line.
Smith stated ifen amendments nere verbatim then there shouldn't be aproblem.
Williams voted legal council should be remount regarding mending nu uses from 3
months ago. He supported postponing mil Ore nett Regular Meeting in May.
Smith asked Williams to olumm an opinion from the Attorneys of what was the legal record
of the Commission,
Anderson questioned the `bone of contention' in the January Mu mes.
Motion (Kelmalij) Postpone to the next Regular Meeting on
May 3, 2007
Mallon Passed Yes: Anderson, Clark, Hoh4 Roach', Smith
No: Kell
March 6, 2007 Regular Meeting Minutes
Terry noted Robert's Rules of Order recommends siricOy action minutes to solve constant
mmm icwith manures. She noted the Sew^md City CadesWed Wcminutesshoultlbea recordof
only swh dusiass as wasaciutlypasscd.
Motion (KtNSmi(h) Approve March 6, 2V0] Regular Mating
Minutes
Motion(HoURnsch') Amend the minutes on page 352 in the
sentence above the rules being suspended
for Griswold to read, `In response to
questions by Hohl about We Rosin it
emitting CUP requirements)
Williams stated his concerns with mending these items.
Roach'temembered Hold was talking about the hospital CUP.
Motion failed Yes: Bob], Roach', Smith
No: Andemon, Clark, Kull
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comet Comrvissiov 0ainings to reed `Mp.'
Hotel staged she only otha rind a copy ofan ADA vansitionplan.
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Main Motion passed as Amended Unanimous
Annexation
Anderson surfed the City Council should be utged to open the discussion of Annexation
again.
After Commission discussion, by general consensus the Commission requestW this Item be
placed on the next Regular Agenda.
Discussion of work session report
Hold spoke in support of work session reports under Special Reports and Presentations on the
Commissions Regular Meeting Agenda
In response to Clark Hord clarified these reform would not be made by Administration,
Anderson supported Hold suggestion.
By general consensus, the Commission refines" this as a Regular Agenda Item.
International items and Reports CVo action required)
Seward hear Creek Flood Service Area Board Agenda for April 2, 2007 and Seward
Bear Creek Flood Service Area Board Approved Minutes for February 19, 2007 and March S,
2007.
Work Session set for Apra V, 2007 at 6:30 pm to discuss the recommendation that the
Seward City Council amend the Seward Land Use Ordinance Zoning Designation of Lora IA
Block 8, OTS, form Auto Commercial to Central Bananas Zo ring District to develop a
Community Library and Museum.
Commission Comments —
Clark idcuUficd Council's main ptiority was for the Commission to write an Ordinance for
disposal and to identify, city owned land.
Roach' d aukcd Hard for putting the work session report on the agenda
Anderson asked for a status update on the Sign Ordinance and filing fees.
Williams suggested tire Commission continue in review the Land Use Action Fee Schedule.
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Anderson discussed Ordinance for disposal ofInd onto look at new fill area and solicited
inputontheschooiawessandpedeslriandriveuayissue. Shethanked Tpry.
Hold stated it is nice to have diffaeut perspective from the Pimmer. She thanked Terry.
Smith ihsrderd Williams and Tarty and stated they were good additions.
Kcil raueratM race to have change, different kinds of visions and perspectives. She thanked
Williars and Terry.
Citizens' Comments —
Kerry Maniry inside City Limit, noted the Municipal Land Plan outlined a policy-frr land
disposal. Martin stated it would take, someone rime to research all fhc property the city owns, but that
it needed to he dares.
Stauflar, inside City Limits, noted the airspmx abme the SeaLifc Center was a no fly zone
due to trainer salary.
Commissions and Administration Rosponee to Citizen' Comments —
Williams thanked the Commission for his time in Seward. He stressed the need for the
Community Development Department to be fully started with their heavy work load. Williams
marked Were and Tay for their bard work. Hardly, he nated the new to increase enforcement
options in the Planning and Zoning section on me Code.
Roach'thanAed Williams.
Anderson stated Mania should be pm to work.
Hotel encouraged We See, le Center to contact Providence.
Keii noted that the flight plan wasdesigned not to night fly over community, which precwe l
Stowe Center opening.
Adjournment
Meeting rel nurnw at 10:56 pm.
Anne Bailey
Mariame Keil
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Chair
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The May 3, 2007 regular meeting ofthe Seward Planning ArZoning Commission was called
to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chair Marianna Keil.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Ihe" led the Pledge of Allegiance to We ❑M.
Roll Call
There were present
Marimma Keil presiding, and
Margaret Anderson Kevin Clark
Bob Hicks TOM Smith
comprising a quorum of the Commission: and
Domea Gloria, Planning Assistant
Christy TeM, k cvrmivc Liaison
Absent Sandie Roach' Lyme Ham
City Administration Report
Planning Assistant Donna Glenz reported on the fallowing items:
Thanked Marvin Yoder, interim City Manager, for more mid guidance.
Welcomed the new City Manager Phillip Oates.
Thanked Terry and stated that the Executive Liaison and Tempmary Planner
positions have been ported for hiring. Staff were short handed on an interim basis.
Northam Edge exercise would mew May 1-18. The Seward portion would occur
May ]-I1.
Fire Department noted Seward will be the first city on Peribe,ula to mccive sirens
with greater audibility and that would he installed within 45 days.
3� Avenue paving project would occur during the next weak.
Lest rught and Wright, State, FEMA and local agencies have would hold i m i
meetings at the Ray building.
Zoning appeal scheduled for Tuesday June 126 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the Pruitt
Appeal.
Staff provided SMIC Development Plan as a lay down for Commission.
Special meeting on May 15io at 6:30 for two public hearings.
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a{Pn Ph ntiagCommissionRepoH—
Tom Smith provided a writtax repnR, stating there was very little activity this month.
Lisiaon from Sewall Bear Creek Flood Service Arra Board — Randy Stnafkr not in
attendance due to Flood Board meaning.
Previous work session review - Chair
Chiuus' Comments on Any Subject enceept now loans Scheduled For Public Hearing —Nona
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda —
Motion (AndersnnlSmifh) Approve the Agenda and Commat Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Unfinished Business -
Anderson asked sr tF why the Jwn 2007 minutes were not on the Agenda
Ulenz responded that Commi ssloncr Hold did not submit verbatim curnutenta to he included
in the minutes. The Conmuasion had postponed the minutes to allow Hold to suhmit the
inf rntation.
Commission discussed their desires regarding Hohl's amendments.
Keii s scd she would request HOW to have her crnnmerns in by May 2Is.
Smith discussed the Rules of Commission procedures and suggested cxarniniag the rates
regarding the minutes and rent having them be verbatim.
New Business
Selects Work Session claw for review and recommendations ofthe Seward wo rpol nh striai
Center Development Plan
Commission set a work session to discuss the SWC. Development for June 19m a 6:30.
Resolution 200149, approving the 2007 P&Z Commission Priority Lief
Ulmz stated a work session was held on March 2r and Resolution 2007-08 was the result of
the weak session.
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Keil thought some items would be taken off the list and kept in their view, such as the
Airport and ARRC plans. Keil stated the Municipal Land Plan and weds revision were two main
priorities.
Smith agreed with Keil. He suggestni one plan be assigned to tech work session for
comments and be looked at ever year. Commission should be prepared to make comments onplams
that are alreWy scheduled.
Kell replied she would like to see a sense ofaccomplishment at the end of the year.
Anderson asked about the ARRC and if myNhrg had been done.
Clark commented he would like to ka:p them on list to serve as a reminder.
Smith stated annually he would like to have them cone mid review their plans at a work
session
Hickssuggested that there be a list ofpriorities and a separate list ofitems W kxpnack of.
Smith continued they shouldn't be on our list but we should look at than every year.
Clark stated that the Perks and Recreafion Plan wag an example of the Commission
motivating progress.
Hicks asked if a priority system could be created and brought back to Commission for
discussion.
Motion (Smith/Anderoon) Postpone Resolution 2007-08 to the
next Regular Meeting
Mohan Passed Dimensions; Consent
Keil requested the Commission send her their suggestions for her W modify We resolution.
Discussion and recommendation to Council regarding Annexation of area North of Seward
City Limits
Anderson requested this be on the agenda and thanked staff for including information- She
continued that businesses mid home construction were still expanding outside city limits and she
didn't think the Seward area and population should be divided She would like to mcommend W
council that they act on it.
Hicks provided an overview ofthe ="aeon process.
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Hicks interjected that the fastest way to gather W'ormattonwould he inviting Dan Axkhorst.
2694559, to conduct a presentation on mmessuion.
the Commission agreed to have this more cilium driven than Admam1minion, Council m
Commission driven.
Informational Items and Reports (No action required)
Special meeting notice of Public Hearing set fur May 15, 2009,
A Request by Brad Snowden to purchase City of Seward land an the West side of Nosh Road;
approximately 5 germ of Tra ct HI, Fourth of July Subdivision, Roberts Replat (Staff plans to
place item on the May 15, 2009 Special Meeting Agenf)
commission Common" —
Auder on compacted that she would like w a se Ilm P.xewhve Unison and Clerk positions
filled. She welmmed Mr. Oares and thanked Mr. Yoder for his input.
Smith stated his support to fill the Liaison position. He thought the meetings rut smoother
and created a%emmess amonga the boards and commissions. Smith thought it was a good position
and it ahoWd cautious.
Hicks welearr d the now, City Manager and thanked Mr. YMer for his time and looked
forward to working with Oates.
Clark susud he would work as a citizen on the annexation issue. He continued that we
miss m Glmm and now we get both Gleme and Terry and he understands the need for more staff and
hopes Council does too. He stated that it might behoove the Commission w commurris'afe to the
Council the lmporenmoftheCommunity Development Dcpomnent and the card for more slaffand
money.
Kul reimretcd she'd be gone May I8-June 6 and asked evetysme to review the draft SMIC
Plan for June 191°. She continued that she'd be interested in hearing Dan Rockhorst present, She
agreed with the used for n Planner. Kell requested the Commission sub panels too the priority,
resolution and to umcommoe an items the Commission could accomplish and have separate items m
novices
Cif eus,CommenH—
Hicks would like In see arm"ation examined for Seward.
Commissbm and Administration Response to Ci4ums' Comments —
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The May 15, 2007 minthumeeting ofthe Seward Planning &Zoning Commissionwsscalled
to order m 6:30 p.m. by Chair Marianna Keil.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Hicks led the Pledge ofAhegiance to the flog.
Ron Call
There were present:
Manama Keii presiding, and
Margaret Anderson Kevin Cloak,
Lyw Hob] Bob Hicks
Sandic Roach, Porn smith
comprising a quomm ofthe Commission; anal
Ikrnma Glenn, Planning Assismnl
Christy Terry, Executive liaison
Absent:
City Administration Report
Planning Assistant remedied on the following items:
Imarked 'ferry for being Farliamemoutur.
The City is continuing to Iook for an Executive Liaison.
Informed today that John Bud has been hired as the temporary Manner aml will
work on specialized projects. Gku will work on daily projects and issues.
Northern Edge 2007 was held last Thursday and Friday and went well.
Shmrmon Kovae and ]'ore Swerat were resented to the Historic Preservation
Commission at the City Council meeting The Canmissiun is sponsoring the
historic mee and plan walk th observance of liismric Preservation month.
The Senior Center Project is on track and moving forwazd.
The P & Z Regular Meeting was schedWd for Jun, 5n, the Pruitt Appeal was
scheduled for June 12m at &30, and the review ofthe SMIC Development Plan
was scheduled for the work session on June 1%at 6:30.
Other Reports, Amnounceat and Presentations -None
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Citizens' Comments on Any Subject ozcept nose Items Scheduled For Public Haring —Nona
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda —
Motion (Anderso uSmith) Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing
Resolution 2009-09 recommending City Council approval ofamen ling 00 Land Use Plan and
the rezoming of Lots 14, Block 8, Original'fownsite of Smard, from Auto Commercial (AC)
to Central Business District (CBD)
Glenn requested a land use map amendment In 2006, the City purchased 6lots m preparation
for the development of the Library and Museum project, Glcnz reviewed the land use plan and
zoning. Glenz rimed that the request met code requuwevts by being contiguous to the Prenury on
the west. She stated thm several phone Conversation and three written letters had bear received in
support of the rezone and We project was supported by the Mayor and City Council. Glenz said the
Community Development oficehad not received verbal or written oppesitiun w the retone art Nat
Stuff recommCMcd approval.
Hohl detained the administration forgetting the legal opinion to her question from the work
session.
KeiI asked if the rezone would include the entire area
Glarz received father rezone requests after the public hearing requirements were followed,
o, it would not meet nquiremems to add additional lots. She continued there is no opposition but
can't add on without more public hearing notices.
Clark said that sinee this is an advisory on this issue could this then go to Council.
Glenz replied that public notice is needed at the Planning and Zoning level
Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Keith CampMO, inside City Limits, spoke in support ofthis resolution and its impartance m
the project -
Patty Linville, City Librarian, spoke in support and forked the Commission
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No one else requested to be heard and the public hearing was ebbed.
Motion tAnderson/Ilicks) Approve Revelation 2007-009
Kell handed the gavel N the Vice Chairand asked for a ruliagon a conflict of interest.
Vim Ch air Smith stated there war no conNet of inlereat because Kell was fund raising
the project brit wouldn't receive financial gain.
Rohl reiterated that she was still concerned with the ipMrtrucMre.
Roaeb' agreed Mat the amenities of CRR should be Mere.
In response to Kell, Clem stated an interior IN )me vacation would M necessary.
Anderson confirmed that the lot line vacation will come before the body and fNt the
amenities would he addressed m the building permit.
Hoh1 agreed that thu will happen for this project but might not happen for Me rest of
the block
Motion Passed Committee;
Rewslution 2007-10 recommending a status for disposal of land owned by the City, which has a
legal description of Tend ff/, Fourth of July Crack SWalh isisa, Roberts Rapier
Clem, described area for disposal of land She soled that this is not mentioned in the
Municipal Lands Management Plan; therefore, the Commission needed to nevicw the request and
Provide mwmmmdation to Council. Staff bad strong concerns with supporting an unplanned
dcvelepmem and the lack of ktfmstrucmm.
In response b Hold, Ghent noted the portion Snowden was requesting was north ofthe gully
and down the bluff that provided access. The pie shape would remain city owned.
In mponse to Anderson, GIs=noted Rid, RAP and Sole Source policies were decided by
Council. Commission supported MCRPP process forthe Ruberb land sale in this area aM Council
decided on Sole Sourcing. She stated the UP process was the Press for the public.
Anderson understood sole source might be arvcletable because of the apphcanPs costs with
surveying.
Kell replied drys is one rcasnn to update die Municipal l.nnd Management Plan updated and
our politics far acquisitions and disposal of property should be clarified.
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Clark reiterated Council tusked the Commission to update those policies.
Aadesson school the issues with leased land versus purchressi land.
Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Kery Martin, Guide City Limits, spoke in support of a study of the area prior to any land
sales.
Bad Snowden, inside City Limits, spoke in support of his request.
No one else requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Smith/Hohp Approve Resolution 2011/-10
Smith spoke in mppnrt of the resolution but advocated for a review ofihc arcs.
Chief Squires discussed stab concerns with City services in this area
Commission end staff discussed development concerns.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Unfinished Business —None
New Business —None
Ioformatlonal Items and Reports (No actlan required) —None
Commission Comments —
Smith appreciated the Robins being in attendance for the meeting.
Clark sound Council would be akin a up to SMIC and noted the Commission would be
giving input to PACAB on this SMIC Development Plan.
Kell commented she would like to have a resolution in snoag mhos on next agenda
requceting Council allomte funds for a bench study in order to look at properties across the bay.
Ch tuns' Comments —None
Commissions and Administration Response m Citizen Comments —Nome
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Call ro order
The June 5, 2007 regular meeting ofthe Seward Planning& Inning Commission wz called
to under at 7:30 p.m. by Vice Chair Tam Smith.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner Anderson led the Pledge ofAllegiaooc to the Flag.
Roll Cell
There were present:
I'om Smith presiding, and
Margaret Anderson
KevmClark
Bob Hicks
Sandie Roach'
comprising a quantum ofthe Commission; and
Donor Glenn, Planning Assistant
Christycrry, Executive liaison
Ablawk: Marianna Red Lyum Hold
City Administration Report
Planning Assistant reported or the following
items -
Thanked Terry for her help as Parliamentarian.
• Hired, Anne Halley, as The Executive Liaison and she would start on June Iill
• The City Manager ImodJohn Hnd as Temporary Planner to work on special
projects only.
• City Council held an Executive Session tonight discussing site of LTCF. A report
shoadd be available soon.
•'fhe Senior Center Change Order was approved by Council.
• The Consonantly Development Department was working on one sowing complaint
io Forest Acres area.
• New City website at ww.vcmolkcwad nce. wasnmung.
• An appeal hearing was scheduled for Tuesday the 12'a at 6:30, a work session on
SM1C Development Plan was scheduled for Tuesday the Ion from 6:30-7:15 and
at 7 30 a Special Mx[ing on Forest Acres former LTCF site would he held.
In resporew to Roach', filer listed the special projects Hind will be working on.
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to response to Clink, Clenz explained public hearing procedures and deadline
requimnenw.
to experee to Anderson Clean stated the Council held an Executive Session regarding
the LTCF site scleetion and that they were reviewing severd sites.
Clink stated that he was assuming they are leading at another location.
Other Reparts, Announcements and Pressnmtions-
KPB Planning Commission Report —Tom Smith
Smith provided a lay down for Commissions review and discussed some items of interest.
Andarerm asked if Ordinance 2009-17 limited Senior Citizen property one exempfion.
Commission discussed topic.
Liaison from Seward Bear Creek Flood Service Area Board —Randy Snuffer
Smith wood that they had a meeting this evening.
Citizens' Comments an Any Subject except Thu" Items Schedakd ForPnbllc Bearing —None
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda —
Motion (Andermoulloach') Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Items Passed order the consent Agenda:
January Regular Meeting Minutes
Nev, Business lams "Hiring a Public hearing
Resolution 2011741, recommending City County approval ofameuding the Load Use Plan and
the remaing of Lots 9-9, Black S, Original Towosite of Seward, from Auto Commercial (AC)
to Central Business District (COD)
Glenn reviewed agenda sotement, resolution and inning of surrounding Iom She explained
the substitute ordinance, Staff recommended approving this resolution adding lots to the Ohdmance
for Council's approval.
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Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Ron Mortis, inside City Limits, asked what the differences were between AC and CAD.
Glenn exploited the differeuccs between AC and CBD.
No one else requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Hicks/Clark) Approve Revolution 2007-11
Anderson stated her displeasure with the rezune because one lot will be changed from AC to
CBD.
Glenznoted the land owner for dmfourlo6 notioelud d in Nerezonewere nmimerestediv
retorting their property, but supported the remne.
Road' bets this Was spot toning, but it was possible because ofihc surrounding addition lots.
Clark felt it wood he spot zoning if the Commission had created the problem.
Smith suggested looking at Ws the next time Commission revised the land Usc Plan.
Roach' commend the same amenities required for CBD wood be required.
Motion (Hicks/Anderson) Amend Ordinance 2007-X , la
Whereas Clause, following
twaseurn'to add `and to establish
greater contiguity of CBD zoning
on Block 8'
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
in response to Roach', Smith said what we are passing now is the substitute influence under
this resolution.
Main Motion Passed as Amended Unanimous
Unfinished Business
Resolution 2007-08 approving the Planning and Zoning Commission priorities for 2009
Anderson expressed her displeasure and thought Commission needW to review the Capital
Improvement Plan annually and ibis should be included in the liabilities.
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Motion (Andera m/Clark) Approve Resolution 2007-08
Clark noted at the last mating, Staff and Keil would meet Woodbine the original resolution,
lbcks stated at the Ian meting Keil was asked to update the Resolution
to msponse to Ificks, Anderson agreed NM staffing was the top priority but the omen items
were not realistic without the proper staffing.
Smith stated the Commission could number the priorities and add that the Commission
reviewed the CN whom duccted by Cauncil.
Ricks asked ifUCommission should he the Municipal Land MaremissntPhm update in to
the Capitol Improvements Plan.
Smith staled the Coumiission directed staff to develop Commission Rates of Procedures.
Motion (Flicks/Roach') Amend Resolution 2007,08, lief of
priorities, to add numbering m sequence
and amend priority number 2, following
'Update' to add 'in conjunction with the
Capital Improvement Plan'
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Motion(Anderso(Rnaeh') Amend Resolution 2W9-08, 5m Whereas
Clause, sending 'the Planning Masticator
have adequate staffing to accomplish the
priorities listed bedew'
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Anderson reviewed me priudty sequence.
Mamer(AndereomMicla) Amend Resolution 2007-08, 9't priority,
following "CUP's- to include `(Adequate
5taWmg)'
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Main Marine Passed as Amended thrudsous
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Revolution 2007-12 recommending the City Council support and fund a study of potential
development options for the "bench" area on the East side of Resurrection Ray.
Clen7 stated at the last meeting Commission requested a Resolution asking for support and
funding of the Nash Road Flinch Study. Glenz specified that monies were not specifically
designated.
Melion(ClarWAnderson) Approve Resolution 2007-12
Clark spoke in support of the Resolution. He continued that at the last Council Meeting he
gave a Commission update upon Ret's request.
Motion Passed Rnsnimous
Special meeting notice for June 19, 2007, 7:30 pm
Commission Comments -
Roach' was perplexed that other LTCF sites were being considered and stated her formation
in having to handy redo the process.
Anderson stand that came rare should be spent on the wtiul studies. She noted the property
along the highway is useable and discussed the issue with people warning to buy property that is
normally leased. She concluded that Commission should be preactive about what is best for theCi y.
Smi ii added when projects were coshed fee Commission got pushed into making decisions
without all the facts.
Clark sttedthere was ameetingnext Tuesday on ajudieiary item. Re concuned thathe did
nut feel good about the LTCF and described what had been involved with locations and money.
Citizens' Comments —None
Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments —
Anderson stated Dan Rockhorst was invited on June I0 to discuss Annexation and clarified
she was doing this as a private citizen.
Adjournment
Meeting adjoumM at 8:26 M.
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Call M order
The dune 19, 2007 Special Meeting of the Seward Planning & zoning Commission was
sidled to order at 9:30 p.m. by Chain Marianna Roil.
Opening Ceremony
Co➢mtiasioner Roach' id the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
lhrre werepresenc
Marmanot Keil presiding, and
Kevin Clark Bob Hicks
Sandie Roach'
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Doma Olone, Planning Assistant
Aram Bailey, Fxecutive Liaison
Cloristy Terry, Engineering Executive Assistant
Absent: Margaret Anderson Tom Smith
City Administration Report
Planning Aeeistant repotted on the following items:
• Introduced Ame Aailey as the new Exmrtive liaison. ThankeA Terry.
• City Manage, Mayor and one Council Member were in Washington DC with the
Crops of Bvginrers.
• Public meeting on Friday Jane 22, hum on LTCF site selection.
• Senior Center was on track and the elevator was operational.
• library and Mseam rezone was on the agenda for introduction on Monday the
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• Severed inning complaints were being worked on.
Otber Reports, Announcements and Presentations-
KPB Planning Commission Report —Tom Smith was absent.
Randy Stauffer, Seward Bear Creek Flood Service Area Board, noted out last rtiglnwes the
Flood Board Regular Meeting. Stauffer updated the Commission on the recent Hooding events and
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progress with the Department of Natural Resources. Doresponse to Sad, Stauffer sound the Board
continued m work with DNIf to waive Me grovel charge for emergency flood mitigation purposes.
Snuffer stressed plats should not he allowed in Flood Zones sad Flood Ways.
Citianns' Comments on A" Subject except Those Items Scheduled For Public Hearing -
Michelle Schwartz, inside City limits, noted Me Hemlock right-of-way ran adjacent to her
home. She spoke against the development of Hemlock.
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda -
Motion(CIar"icl®) Approve the Agenda and the Consent
Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
New Undress Items requiring a Public Hearing
Resolution 2009-13, recommending City Council approval of amending the Land Use Plan and
theronnmg of tbirry (30) Tobin the Nerth Forest Acres area previously selected as the Long
Term Care site and also known as Tract A, from bectitafionel (INS) m Rural ReeM sit al(RR)
and Resource Management (RM)
Glean, stated this are was no longer being considered Pot the LTCP and the owner was
wquearing a rezone back in original zoning. Community Development has received calls from two
out of state properry owners interested in where LTCF was going and sapported Me rezone.
Notice of public hearing being posted and published as natural by law was noted and the
public bnringwas opened No one requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion(ClarWHicks) Approve Resolution 2007-13
Clark confirmed with Gletz Nat the land ¢ce map and the zoning had to be chomped.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Unfinished Business -Name
New Business - None
luformafioaal Items and Reports (No action required) -
Adopted 2009 meeting schedule and supporting agenda statements
W
Cay ISewmd Ala kzi Pimmig Cromfmron mimics
June 19 2009 Vdvme 6. Page 152
Approved Resolution 2007-00, P&L Priorities List
Public announcement of the June 22, 2009 Long Term Care Facility update by the City
Manager and the Public Hearing Notice of Resolution 20 W-060 authormng the City Manager
m proceed with land acgnuition for the future Loop Term Care Facility site
Commissioacomments —
Clark asked the Commission to think about designating a month for the nasal Community
Values Meeting.
Keil mggested the meeting be N February and caked Staff to add m Commission schedule.
Citizens' Comments — None
Commissions and Administration Response to Macros Comments— None
Adjournment
Meeting adjumved at &00 pm.
Anne Bsasy Marianas Keil
Ezccutive Liaison Chair
(CitySeal)
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SEWARD PLANNING &
NOTICE OF PUBLIC BEARING
August 14, 2007
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct
a public bearing on the fnllowing item of business at it regular meeting of August 14, 2007:
RESOLU"PION 2007-15 OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZOIHNG
COMMISSION, RECOMMENDING KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
APPROVAL OF THE U.S.S. 1864, TRACTS B, C, AND D, LONG TERM
CARE FACH.FF V REPLAT
You are being sent this notice because you owa property within 300 feet of the proposed
subdivision or are on the road network which could be affected by this action. Copies of the
preliminary plat and staff review we on file in the Connumm y Development Office for public
The public hewing will commence at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as business permits, in are
City Cowed Chambers, City Hall, 410 Adams Strocb Sewall. All ivlcrealed persons aro invited
to almnd the meeting and partuipme in the discrosion: or, written comments may be sent to the
Seward Planning and Zoning Commission, do City Plower, PO Box 167, Seward, AK 99664, or
e mai1edto dglenaZamnf etaardo t.
Please feel free to e-mail or call me at (907) 2244NU if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
n/eCity of Sep/ward, Alaska
Domes Glenc d
Planning Assistant
Jl
Sponsored by: Planning and ].Doing Commission
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2W79
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDPIG THE PLANNING COMMISSION
PRIORITIES FOR 2007
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council Rules of Procedure, adopted March 14, 199y state
that the Council should meet in ov normal joint work session with the Commission every March
to address areas of mutual concern; and
WHEREAS, rim Commission and Council held a joint work session, Updated and
reviewed the Plam ing and Zoning 2M6 Priorities List on March 27, 2007; and
WHEREAS, at the May 3, 2007 making the Planning and Zoning Commission
regnested the Priorities List be reviewed and presented in priority order; and
WHEREAS, a the Jane 5, 2W7 meeting the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed
and approved the updmed and revised List of Priorities for 2007; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Depsrmrent have adequate staffing to acemupkir the
priorities listed below.
NOW, 'THEREFORE, RE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commrasion that:
Section L The following revised and prioritized List of Priorities for 2W9 is hereby
approved:
PRIORITIES
1) Proper Staffing ofthe planning Department
2) Municipal Lands Management Plan (1995) —Update in conlunetion with the Capital
Improvement Plan
3) City Laml Disposal Policies and Procedures —Review and Updme
4) Rewnte of title 15—Bring It up to doh, clarify, eliminate inconsistencies
5) Planning Commission Rates of procedure —Develop
6) Nash Road Bench Study
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Savona Plenrdng and Zoning Commission
Resolution2007-08
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7) Enforcementinclusive of the fd1lowmg bar not exclusive barrow avfomemeM
issues Code Violations any CUP's' (Adequate Stiffing)
g) Anmul Community values Meenng
9) Flood Mmagcment
10) Two Cakes Park RePlai
11) Waterfnmt Park RCPlat
FOLLOW PROGESS lWkDR BY OTHER RNTITIES
AARC Master Plan
Airport Master Plan
Parka and Recreation Mesta Plan(1993)
Seetiuu2. Tins resolution shall takee ect immedialoly upon its adoption.
PASSED AN➢ APPROVED by the 4 ardl Planning and Zamng Commission this 5o day of
fare, 2000.
TIME C11 V OF SEWAR➢, ALASI
Tom Smhh, Viet Chair — -
AYES: An lmson, Clark, Hicks, Roach', Smith
NOES: None
ABSENT: IIow'Keil
ABSTAIN: None
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