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Call to Order
The March 18, 2008 Special Meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was
called to order at 6:30 p:m. by Chair Marianna Keil.
Opening Ceremony
Commissioner McClure led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present:
Marianna Keil presiding, and
Sue McClure Sandie Roach'
Steven Heinrich
comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Donna Glenz, Planning Assistant
Anne Bailey, Executive Liaison
Absent was: Margaret Anderson- Excused
City Administration Report
Planning Assistant Donna Glenz updated the Commission of the following business items:
• Bob Hicks was ill and Glenz would act as staff.
• Glenz introduced herself to and welcomed Commissioner Heinrich.
• Kevin Clark had resigned from the Commission Ieaving two Planning and Zoning
vacancies. ,
• The P & Z and Council Joint Work Session to review the priorities would be held at 6:00
p.m, in Council Chambers on March 25, 2008.
• The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities would hold a
public meeting at Legend's on March 26, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss planned
improvements and potential environmental impacts at the Sewazd Airport.
• The Seward Historic Preservation Commission would host the first renewal of the
"Fireside Chats" on Friday, March 28, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Legend's.
• City Offices would be closed March 31, 2008 in observance of Seward's Day.
• A Work Session to discuss the proposed townhouse project on Railway Avenue and
Ballaine Blvd. was scheduled at 6:30 p.m. before the April 1, 2008 P & Z regular meeting
at the request of the builder.
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In response to Keil, Glenn stated that the City was still in the process of reviewing the RFP's
for the Long Term Care Facility and the information should be available soon.
In further response to Keil, Glenn stated that the project would begin as soon as the weather
permitted and the building permit had been secured.
In further response to Keil, Glenx stated that staff would provide the Commission with the
North Forest Acres levee meeting information.
Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations -None.
Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items scheduled for Public Hearing -None
Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda -
Motion (McClure/Ileinrich) Approve the Agenda and the Consent
Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing -None
New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing -
RESOLUTION 2008-04 GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO
THE KISHAN GROUP, INC., DBA HOTEL EDGEWATER TO OPERATE
A LOUNGE/DRINKING ESTABLISHMENT WITHIN THE HOTEL
EDGEWATER AT 200 FIFTH AVENUE, LOT 21A, BLOCK 8, ORIGINAL
TOWNSITE OF SEWARD, IN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
Glenn noted that a clerical error was made in the agenda statement reading Hotel Seward
rather than the Hotel Edgewater. Glenn reviewed Resolution 2008-04 and stated that a
lounge/drinking establishment was allowed in the Central Business District by a Conditional Use
Permit. She stated staff had not received any public comment, the hotel manager Ariel Sieverts
was in the audience to answer questions and staff recommended approval of Resolution 2008-04.
In response to Heinrich, Glenn stated Council dealt with the State liquor license, it was
never been brought to the City's attention that the Ivory Cove existed and the new owners came
before P 8c Z to bring the establishment to compliance.
Keil clarified the Ivvry Cove had not been in existence very long.
In response to Heinrich, Sieverts stated the bar was inside the hotel and was primarily an
amenity for the guests.
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Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
No one requested to be heard and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Heinrich/McClure)
Approve Resolution 200&04
Heinrich stated he was pleased this was brought before the Commission and it should have
been completed when the hotel was purchased.
In response to Keil, Sieverts stated the baz was open from 2:00-10:00 p.m. and may change
from 3:00-11:00 p.m.
Roach' noted that the noise issue was addressed.
In response to Roach', Glenz stated that the police chief had not commented on the issue.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Unfinished Business -None
New Business -None
Informational Items and Reports (No action required) -None
Commission Comments -
McClure mentioned the importance of recruiting new Commissioners.
Roach' concurred with McClure.
Keil stated she was sad Commissioner Clark resigned and it was hazd to recruit new
members.
In response to Keil, Glenz stated Clark would be recognized at a council meeting for his
service.
In further response to Keil, Glenz stated the joint work session with council would discuss
the P & Z priority list and staff would provide the Commissioners with a copy of the Priority List
to prepare.
Citizens' Comments -None
~„ Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments -None
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Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
Anne wile ,
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Executive Liaison
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Chair
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