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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10212008 Planning & Zoning PacketSeward Planning Commission Agenda Packet October 21, 2008 Special Meeting City Council Chambers Beginning at 6:30 pm Seward Planning ~ Zoning Commission ial Meeti~ 1. Call to Order October 21, 200 6:30 p. m_ City Council Cham~rs Marianna Keil Chair Term Expires 02/10 Sue McClure Commissioner Term Expires 02/10 Margaret Anderson Vice Chair Term Expires 02/09 Vacant Commissioner Term Expires 02,09 Steven Heinrich Commissioner Term Expires 02/11 Sandie Roach' Commissioner Term Expires 02/10 Cindy Ecklund Commissioner Term Expires 02/11 Phillip Oates City Manager Christy Terry Community Development Director Anne Bailey Executive Liaison 2. Opening Ceremony A. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Special Reports & Presentations A. City Administration Report 1. Reported Violations, Interpretation and Abatement B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations 1. Planning and Zoning Budget Presentation and Discussion- Finance Department 5. Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 2 minutes per speaker and 30 minutes total time for this agenda item] 6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda. jApproval of~ Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately zanless a Commissioner .so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda. J Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda October 21, 2008 Page 1 1 7. Public Hearings jLimit comments to S minutes. Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak] A. Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing -None B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing- None a. Resolution 2008-16 Recommending Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of the Preliminary Replat of Lots 21-25, Block 26, Original Townsite of Seward, Griswold Replat, Located Between 400 and 406 First Avenue .............................................................. Page 3 8. Unfinished Business -None 9. New Business - A. Approve the 2009 Planning and Zoning meeting schedule and public hearing cut- offdates ........................................................................................................ Pagel 1 B. Discuss the 2009 Federal and State Legislative Priorities ........................... Page 14 * C. Resolution 2008-15 Granting a Six Month Extension to Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-03, Issued to Nathan Orr to Remodel and Construct a 22 Unit Motel on Lot 3A, Block 18, Federal Addition, Orr Replat, 909 Fourth Avenue, within the Central Business Zoning District ................................................................. Page 21 D. August 19, 2008 Special Meeting Minutes .................................................. Page 27 10. Informational Items and Reports (INTO action required)- None 11. Commission Comments 12. Citizens' Comments [Limit to ~ minutes per individual - Euch individual has one opportunity to speak] 13. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments 14. Adjournment Planning & Zoning Commission October 21, 2008 Regular Meeting Agenda Page 2 2 Sponsored by: Community Development Department CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESULUTION 2008-16 RESOLUTION 2008-16 RECOMMENDING KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY REPEAT OF LOTS 21-25, BLOCK 26, ORIGINAi, TOWNSITE OF SEWARD, GRISWOLD REPEAT, LOCATED BETWEEN 400 AND 406 FIRST AVENUE WHEREAS, Cline and Associates Land Surveyors submitted a preliminary plat to the City of Seward for review and recommendation to the Kenai Peninsula Borough; and WHEREAS, this replat combines the five (5) existing Lots 21 through 25, Block 26, Original Townsite of Seward, into two (2) new lots; and WHEREAS, the two (2) new lots to be known as Lots 21A and 24A will be approximately 7,500 square feet each; and WHEREAS, the property is zoned Single Family Residential (Rl); and WHEREAS, the property is currently serviced by municipal water, sewer, electric and other utilities; and WHEREAS, City staff have stated that a subdivision installation agreement is not required for this re-subdivision; and WHEREAS, as required by Seward City Code §16.01.015, Conditions to plat approval, property owners within 300 teet of the requested replats were notified of the proposed subdivision. and the property was posted with a public notice sign. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission that: Section 1. The Commission recommends the Kenai Peninsula Borough approve the Seward Original Townsite, Griswold Replat combining Lots 21 through 25, Block 26, into two (2) new lots of approximately 7,500 square feet each. Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. 3 Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No. 2008-16 Page 2 of 2 PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 21 sc day of October 2008. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Marianna Keil, Chair AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Vacant: One ATTEST: Jean Lewis, CMC City Clerk (City Seal) 4 P&Z Agenda Statement Meeting Date: October 21, 2008 Through: Christy Terry, Community Development Director From: Donna Glenz, Associate Planner ~~ Agenda Item: Preliminary Plat Review of Lot 21 through Lot 25, Block 26, Original Townsite of Seward, Griswold replal BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: Attached for the Commission's review and recommendation to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission is a preliminary plat. This replat will combine the five (5} originally platted Lots 21 through 25, Block26, Original Townsite of Seward into two lots to be known as Lots 21 A and 24A, each containing approximately 7,500 square feet. In accordance with Borough requirements, the City must review and comment on a plat before submittal to the Borough for approval. Subdivision Review: Zoning: The lots are zoned Single Family Residential (Rl). SCC 15.05.025 (b) (2) Single-family residential district (X 1). Intended to provide for stable and quiet low to medium density (one to five dwelling units per acre) detached, single family residential development, free from other uses except those which are both compatible and convenient to residents ofsuch a district. Utilities: The property is served by the existing public utilities and maintained streets, therefore a subdivision agreement is not required. Existing water, sewer and electric lines are located in the adjacent rights-of--way. There are several fire hydrants within an approved distance. Size: The two new lots will contain approximately 7,500 square feet each and will be approximately 75 feet in width. The new lots meet the requirement for minimum lot width and buildable lot size in the Single Family Residential District. Existing Use Currently the south parcel to be known as Lot 21A is undeveloped land. The current owner of the land has not stated any future plans for the parcel at this time. 5 The parcel to the north to be known as Lot 24A contains a single family home. The existing home meets all current setback requirements. As shown in the As-built survey the parcel contains a shed located within the South and West setbacks. The current property owner has provided written notice that he plans to move or otherwise remove the shed from the South and West setbacks. Flood Zone: The property is not within a FEMA mapped Flood Hazard Zone. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST• Yes No N/A 1. Comprehensive Plan (2020) X 2. Strategic Plan (1999) X 3. Seward City Code X As required by the City code, neighboring property owners within 300 feet of the property subject to preliminary plat review were notified of the proposed platting action, and the property was posted with a public notice sign. RECOMMENDATION: Commission approves Resolution 2008-16 recommending Kenai Peninsula Borough approval of Lots 21 through 25, Block 26, Original Townsite of Sewazd, Griswold Replat. 6 fB0) Y 3J - NB B9979`E 1i9.9Y ~ Y0.00"v - - ~~ J - ~l.C[]tiJ LJLI LJL11 LJI.J (wesr loa') ~ Izo') ® Found Rebo~r~~Pl. Cap LS 7569 1 iheee porce/e ore subbCf~o Na dfy v/ Sewmd'e mn7np N ~ e (I ( and land use ro9u atone. ~ / l ~ Fwnd RMar k AI. CoP~ Illplbh ~ ~ y I/ I/ • Found Reber A PL C IS 7J78 2 No pampnenf atrucfun moy be constructed or plocod fYll aP wlthM o ufN/ty easement wh/dr would In Nrlere w/th the ® Fwnd J/I' Imo PM nb/lity e/ o UtNlfy ko use the easement _ ~w ~~q 8, ~ Set S/BxJO' Rsbar A N 9 tl ~;~-- - ~~~ ~ Ploenc cop. Ls 7559 SUR~1'OR~ CERAflCATE r A ~ g hl ~ I (~~,) RecorH Doto Seward 7owne/ta l hereby oertl/y that; I am properly rografered and l/eeneed I; ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ R ~ W R I €~ 28 ~Lu; Plat Na I, Sewaro' Rec. 0letrkf to procNn /and surwyfng In the State of A/veka thla plot ~[ g ~ ~' " ~ I D9.95' Meoaurod !hh survey reproaente 9 survey mode 6y ms ar under my dfroot auperWSlon, 8 the manumenh shown heroon actuoRy exht as deacrlbed, and N1 MAP 1 X800' ~ __ _ _ _ _ _ all dlmenafene and other de taNe aro corroct !o the normal $r - ~'~, I atvndarde a( procNn of land aurwyaro M the State oI A/oaka. CERTIRf.ATE OF OMf/ERSNIP ANO DEDfCA71dJ d, ' We hereby aer!/ry that ws an the owners o! the real property III I *I, `E.....,...,~„aq~ Mown and deenMed he~sen end Maf we herby adapt Mh plan - Date ...,.. P.. . `ry-_... of evbdlv7abn, and proof all soewnenM by wr hee oonesnl. - - - 27 - - - Blh ~ \Y ~ 26 ~ I .. r.,.,,......,...,,.,.....,,..,.,, . win. wleheM• CIm• J 15 \. 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I, SEWARD RECOROIN6 DISTRICT _ BASIS OF BEARING S8938~06"E 600.24' PLAT 200 1 ~~NN~Nt3 OFFICE Lof:ArED w7wN ntf sw 7/a of sEC7roN tD - - (west bao') roWNSfnP r sourN RANtiE r AEST - ~ SBD`JB'OB E' 80.00' ~ - - - - - ~ i - - - - - - - ~ r - -_ ~ 3'WARD MFAIDUN, AUSKA (e0) 40 1A dTY d'' SEWARD ~ I SEWARD Rf017R0'NC DISTRICT 7 I BLOCK 74 KFNAI PENINSULA BtMtOUCN ti I cavrNNxfc DaH AarEs w I I I BLOCK l3 I Bde plat was approved by l~Km~~PMrMeu7a Borouplr CLINE AND ASSOCJATES 39 Z Plonnlnp Commfeston M occordonae wrfh Sect/an 10.os.070 LAND SURVEYORS ~ K•no! PMInaUle BerWJDA $ubdldNOn RegWatlona. a76 qfh AVENUE PD BOX 1703 SEWARD, AK 99661 ^ WASTEWATER DISPOSAL (907) zsa-la2a FAX (907) 214-6088 ~ Plane b waefewefer dlapeeey fhef meet repu/otory Dale pA 7E' 09 D 1008 SCALE, 1" ~ JO' p roquiremenfa arc en Rle of the Department v/ DRAWVr WNC F0. BK.r De-06 -f Envlrorrmen td Cmeerwt/on. _ -_ _ Borough Of/fclal DRAWING NO.: 08-J7PP1 K.P.B. F7CE f! 10CB- (BO'j J4 _ N8939'S9"E 119.9]' ~ ~ _ q O r JJ (v.E59.9 U] 10.00' B ~ O A OR I I (za j I L£OEND ~ ~ sr - N07£S ® Fvuntl ReDVr R PI. Cvp LS ]Sfi9 1 these parcels ore subject fo the City oI Seward's ronin9 ~ 9g~ a i /I\/ and land use regulations. N ~ c e - A I IH r A ~~ B Found Rebvr & Al. Cap, ipe9ible LJC7 ~ Found Re6w B PI Cop LS ]718 2 Nv permanent shucfure m0y 6e constructed or placed I within o utility easement whiiM1 would in ter/ere with the -PLAT mnvASK sr k of Iy I ~ Found J/4" Iron Pin ability o/ a Ufili ty to vse the easement I[H~u~J RR ~qyq~ Io~~Ipp I ^~II - - - - - INS I ~ Se! 5/8x3p" Rebvr k ~ 8~ ~~~ r J R I W I oH~ - - -~"lg Plastic Cv L5 1569 SURVEYORS CER71FlCA7E r~~p`ffIILFHfJ7 ~ H W (100,) Recwd Dvfa Seward Townslfe /hereby cerfi/y that; f am properly reg~steretl and licensed T ) $ W Plat Nv. 1, Seward Rec. D%stricf I ~ 26 n to practice land surveying ih the State o/ Alaska, this plot 2 g'-~n ~i 99.95' Mevsuretl this survey represents v survey made fry me yr under my direct supervision. ' I~~ I the monuments shown hereon actually exist as described, and --Pr __ _ __ _ _ _ o VICIN/1Y MAP 1~=600' op dimensions and Dfher details arc correct fo the normal I = ~i I standards oT practice v! land surveyors in the Sfvfe a/ Alaska. CERARCATE OP' OWNERSHIP AND DEOICAAON 17 I ~ wti44 We hereby cerfi/y that we ore the ownevs a/ the real property I Dote •(P~E""""-""~'lli•j shown and descrihetl hereon and that we heeby adopt this plan =5' 4 0/ subdivisiw, and grdnf aN easements Dy our Tree consent. I ~ a'~ 49th ~`t#~I= I I (~ 26aa) ~ ) 5 Si~ny~`^,@w,m~~ sip ~sns tl~^~0• 58939 s. F 1oD O. J ~ - - - - - - - ~ O~~a AV,k-'s~'"C~s+~P coal A. ci:wad George P. Perk I " eep~wwwMO P. D. Box IJ42 PO. 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PLA7 NO. 1, SEWARD RECORDING DISTRICT -. _..-..-,_J BASIS OF 8EAR/NG 58938'06 E 600.24' P T 2008 ll LOCATED wraN nee sw 1/4 ar sECnav 1D - ~ _ - _ cWtsr 60aJ - - - _ ~L~,~1"d(f`:G :~FFICF~ _ _ _ TDWr+sw/P 1 sovTH RANCE r x~sr 589'68'06"E 80.(10' J _ SEWARD MERIDIAN, ALASKA y1 I (~~) ~ ~ ~ ~~~ ~ CITY OF SEWARD I 4D 1 I f A I SEWARD RELYJRDING 0157RICT - ~ BLOCK (4 KLONTA/HINT GSO 1 @OR ROUEN 1" PLAT APPROVAL I I I I ecocX vs I This .at was a y CLINE AND ASSOCIATES ,jg P pproved b the Kenai Peninsula Borough LAND SURVEYORS 2 Planning Commission in accordance with 9erfion 20.04.0]0 ~ WASTEWATER DISPOSAL Kenai Peninsula Bereugh Su6dirisian ReOuivfions. 4I6 4th AVENUE PO BOX 1]OJ SEWARD, AK 99661 ~ Plans /or waslewofd disposal, Ihaf meet regulatory Date (9077 114-7774 FAX (907) 124-6088 DA1f~ 10 1J 1008 SCALE I" ~ JO' O requirements are vn file of the Oepvrtment a1 En ntanmen Eel Cansermfion. ORAWN~ WNC F.D BK.: OB-O6 Borough O/ficid DRAWING NO.: 08-J]PPI K.P.B. f7LE [.~ 2008- MADISON STREET w z __ w : __ _ o z O _ U w w ~ ~ ~ _ w w Q ON _ STREET = JEFFERS F-- ~ ~ ~ ~ ~` li _ _ w _ p ~ u- , Z w o _ CHURCH STREET z O U w cn z w ADAMS STREET ~ ... tY I- Block 26 OTS Lots 21-25 % P s~ Z Resolution 2008-16 , Griswold Replat N Drawn ey: D.GIen2 0 130 260 Feet Checked hy: D.GIenZ Alaska Map I 1 I 9 Company Dale: p& Z meeting 10!21/2008 ~-~- w ~~ ~~l ~ d Looms ~~e ~~ ~ ~ ~~ /1~ ~ i ~ f~ CITY OF SEWARD ~~_-~^ OCT 1 ~ 2008 PLANNING OFFICE 10 P&Z Agenda Statement Meeting Date: October 21, 2008 ~ ~` ' Through: Community Development Directo-~r-~Cpph~~risty Terry From: Executive Liaison Anne Bailey ~`C'~`~ Agenda Item: Approve the 2009 P&Z meeting and work session schedule ~~ BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: At the end of each year the Planning and Zoning Commission approves the regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning meetings and scheduled special meeting/work sessions for the coming year. According to Seward City Code Section 2.30.220, "the Seward Planning and "coning Commission shall meet at 7:30 p.m. in the city council chambers on the first Tuesday of each month. Special meetings may be held at the call of the chair or the city manager, and at such other times as the commission may determine." The Planning and Zoning Commission requested regular work sessions be scheduled for the third Tuesday of each month and if a Public Hearing item was submitted by the required cut-off date it be scheduled as a special meeting. The special meetings will commence at 6:30 p.m. The regular May Planning & Zoning meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2008 due to the Borough Assembly meeting scheduled in Seward Council Chambers on May 5, 2008 (date could be subject to change). The regular October Planning & Zoning meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2008 due to the City and Borough elections scheduled for October 6, 2008 (date could be subject to change). The regular November Planning & Zoning meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2008 due to the national election scheduled on November 3, 2008. RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve the 2009 Planning and Zoning meeting and special meeting/work session schedule. 11 Memorandum CITY OF SEWARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Date: October 21, 2008 To: Planning & Zoning Commission From: Executive Liaison Anne Bailey ~b°,,~''J Subject: 2009 -Planning & Zoning Meeting Schedule This memo is to provide a schedule of the Planning &. 7,oning Commission Meetings for the calendar year 2009. Unless otherwise noted the P & Z regular meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m. The "Scheduled Special Meetings" shall be held ONLY if a Public Hearing item is on the agenda otherwise the meeting will be held as a work session commencing at 6:30 pm. Month Regular Meetin January January 6th February February 3`d March March 3`d Special P&Z Meetin¢ for Public Hearings OR scheduled Work Sessions Commence at 6:30pm January 20d' February 17d' Mazch 3`d quarterly Flood Board W/S 6:30 March 17~' April Apri17`~ April 21't May May 7`i' (Thursday) May 19`~ (Borough Assembly in Seward May Sd') June June 2"d June 2°d quarterly Flood Board W/S 6:30 June 16d' July July 7d' July 2151 August August 4'n August 18d' September September 15' September 15c quarterly Flood Board W/S 6:30 September I Sd' October October 8`~ (Thursday) October 20'n (KPB & Local elections October 6d') November November 5`~ (Thursday) November 17`~ (National Election November 3rd) December December 15' December 15' quarterly Flood Board W/S 630 December 15~' January January 5°i January 19d' if you have questions or concerns or cannot attend, please call 224-4065 or email abailey;~cityofseward.net. 12 City of Seward 2009 Planning Zoning Commission Meeting and Agenda Cut-Off Dates Reminder: Per SCC2.30.220(a), the Commission shall meet at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers on the 1st Tuesday of each month Public Hearing Items VariancelCUP/Plat Reviews (3 weeks prior to meeting) Non Public Hearing Notice Items (2 weeks prior to meeting) Meeting Date December 16, 2008 December 23, 2008 Janua 6, 2009 December 30, 2008 NIA January 20, 2009 January 13 January 20 February 3 January 27 N1A February 17 February 10 February 17 March 3 Febuary 24 N1A March 17 March 17 March 24 April 7 March 31 N/A April 21 April 16 Aril 23 May 7 A ril 28 NIA May 19 Ma 12 May 19 June 2 May 26 NIA June 16 June 16 June 23 July 7 June 30 N1A July 21 July 14 July 21 August 4 July 28 N/A August 18 August 11 August 18 September 1 August 25 NIA September 15 September 17 September 24 October 8 September 29 NIA October 20 October 15 October 22 November 5 October 27 NIA November 17 November 10 November 17 December 1 November 24 NIA December 15 December 15, 2009 December 22, 2009 Janua 5, 2010 December 29, 2009 NIA January 19, 2010 G:\Community Development Folder\Plan & Zone-DonnalYearly Si ~ 3 st20D9 P & Z SchedulelP&Z mtg Cut Off Dates 2009.x1s Sponsored by: Oates CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2008- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 5EWARD, ALASKA, APPROVING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR YEAR 2009 STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES WHEREAS, the City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that are identified as top state legislative priorities; and WHEREAS, the list of projects is compiled and distributed to the Alaska Legislature in Juneau, the Kenai Peninsula Borough, and the City of Seward's lobbyists; and WHEREAS, this prioritized list validates the projects and greatly focuses the efforts of the administration in our lobbying efforts; and WHEREAS, all the projects on this list are consistent with the City's Comprehensive and Strategic Plans. NOW, THEREFORE, BE iT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARU, ALASKA, that: Section 1. This list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the official legislative priority list for the City of Seward for the 2009 State legislative session: 1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS WITH LOCAL MATCH A. PUBLIC FACILITIES (1) $750 thousand in hospital exceptional relief payments pending opening of the Long Term Care Facility (the City will provide a 100% match of $750 thousand for this shortfall) (2) $750 thousand for building a new water storage tank (the City will obtain. a 100% match of $750 thousand through aloes-interest loan program) (3) $5 million state assistance for the $10 million Seward Library/Museum (local contributions will provide a 100% snatch of $5 million to complete the project) B. PORT AND HARBOR (1) $1.5 million to complete the extension of the Seward Small Boat Harbor east breakwater (the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the City will provide a 100% match of $1.5 million to complete the project) 14 (2) $7S0 thousand for inner-harbor improvements to repair and replace the "D" Floats in the Seward Small Boat Harbor (the City will provide $250 thousand to complete the project) (3) $S00 thousand for a wave modeling and engineering study for the North Dock Basin at SMIC (the Army Corps of Engineers is providing a ] 00% match of $500 thousand to complete the study) C. ELECTRIC (1) $3 million for the Electric Department emergency standby generator complex (the City is providing $7.5 million for the project) (2) $250 thousand for automatic electrical metering equipment to improve customer service, outage management, and load management (the City will provide a ' 100% match of $2S0 thousand to complete the project) (3) $1 million for rebuilding and upgrading the transmission line from the Seward city limits to the Fort Raymond electric substation (the City will provide $600 thousand for the project) (4) $85 thousand for improvements to capabilities for providing electrical power during emergencies, such as a tsunami, to the downtown and hospital area of Seward (the City will provide a 100% match of $8S thousand for the project) (5) $5 million from the Railbelt Energy fund to upgrade transmission lines between Anchorage and Seward a . $12 million to compete the transmission line conversion to 115kV at $1 million/ mile. i. Approximately 8 mile, Seward Highway to Spring Creek substation ($8 million) ii. Fort Raymond to 3-bridges ($1.5 million)(same as #3 above) iii. Replace substation transformers at Fort Raymond ($1 million) iv. Replace Primrose transformer ($0.25 million) v. Upgrade relays and breakers and misc. to 11SkV ($1 million) D. ROADS AND STREETS (1) $750 thousand for street/sidewalk repairs and drainage (the City provided $160 thousand in 2008 for these repairs) (2) $250 thousand for paving and improving drainage in the northeast parking lot of the Seward Small Boat Harbor (The City has obtained a matching grant of approximately $200 thousand for design and preparation of the area for paving) 2. CRUISF. SHIP HEAD TAX (1) $S million for dredging cruise ship berthing basins and approaches in Seward to a depth of 42 Feet to permit safe berthing of the millennium size cruise ships (2) $1 million for constructing a dock to improve security and fire protection to cruise ships 15 (3) $200 thousand to move Seward Coast Guard building to the Cruise Ship Dock area (4) $2.56 million for cruise ship dock appurtenance improvements in Seward (5} $108 thousand for Transportation Assistance to Cruise Ship Passengers (6) $750 thousand for building a new water storage tank that provides the capacity necessary to provide water to cruise ships (the City will obtain a 100% match of $750 thousand through glow-interest loan program) 3. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS (1) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure including a security fence around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) (2) $860 thousand for Handicapped Accessibility Fish Cleaning Station in the Northeast Launch Ramp Area of Small Boat Harbor (3) $450 thousand for paving the road and parking lot on the South Seward Small Boat Harbor Uplands area (4) $2 million for controlling coastal erosion that threatens the Lowell Point Road (this road provides the sole land access to critical public infrastructure and a residential housing area) (5) $1.7 million to double the capacity of the ship lift (synchroflft) and improve dock capabilities at SMIC (6) $10 million for the extension of the SMIC basin breakwater to improve ship moorage, loading, and repair operations (7) $4.5 million to complete sheet piling and add moorage along the north side of the Seward Small Boat Harbor (8) $60 thousand to study the feasibility of a hydro electric plant to produce renewable energy in Seward (9) $1 million levee maintenance and bed load removal in the Fourth of July Creek to protect the Spring Creek State prison (10) $100 thousand for City facility ADA accessibility (11) $75 thousand for emergency access repairs and improvements at the Seward jail (12) $68 thousand for Energy Efficiency- Boiler Replacements (13) $25 thousand to upgrade the Harbor Security Camera System (14) $300 thousand for direct connectivity with Alaska Land Mobile- Radio system (ALMR) for the Seward Dispatch Center (15) $425 thousand to purchase fire apparatus (replace non-complaint vehicle) 4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION (1) The City of Seward's highest priority is an the introduction of a GO Bond from the State of Alaska for $15 million for designing and building a Seward Marine Center Dock for the Alaska Region Research Vessel (ARRV) (2) $36 million for the Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) for capital funding and support for the $1.5 million increase in their operating budget (3) Support Friends of the Jesse Lee Home for stabilization of the Jesse Lee Home 16 (4) Regulations that permit the use of a guaranteed cruise ship head tax revenue stream for bonding of capital. projects that benefit the cruise ship industry (5) Appropriation to upgrade and improve Seward Highway (MP18-25.5) in the STIP (6) Authorize upgrade of Seward Highway (MP 25.5-36) in the STIP (7) Authorize upgrade of the Sterling Highway (MP 45-60) in the STIP (8) Construct a highway exit off the Seward Highway in the vicinity of MP 6 to provide better and safer vehicle access to Camelot and Salmon Creek subdivisions (9) Support for continuation of Medicaid programs at not less than current year funding levels including capital cost reimbursement (10) State funding to accomplish the objectives of the library assistance bill (11) Support returned service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena (12) The City of Seward is interested in participating in alternative energy programs (13} Establish a rebate program for citizen purchases of energy efficient appliances (in concert with disposal of old appliances) to reduce electric usage Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the Cily of Seward, Alaska, this 27t~' day of October, 2008. THE CITY OF SEWARU, ALASKA Clark Corbridge, Mayor AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Jean Lewis, CMC City Clerk (City Seal) 17 Sponsored by: Oates CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2008- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, APPROVING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR YEAR 2009 FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES WHEREAS, the City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that are identified as top federal legislative priorities; and WHEREAS, the list of projects is compiled and distributed to the Alaska Congressional delegation, the Kenai Peninsula Borough, and the City of Seward's lobbyists; and WHEREAS, this prioritized list validates the projects and greatly focuses the efforts of the administration in our lobbying efforts; and WHEREAS, all the projects on this list are consistent with the City's Comprehensive and Strategic Plans. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: Section 1. This list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the official legislative priority list for the City of Seward for the 2009 Federal legislative session: APPROPRIATIONS 1. $2 million appropriation to the Army Corps of Engineers for correcting their design deficiency and extending the breakwater for the Small Boat Harbor 2. $500 thousand appropriation to the Army Corps of Engineers for improving and maintaining the Lowell Creek Tunnel and Diversion Dam System that protects the City of Seward from catastrophic flooding 3. $8 million appropriation to the National Park Service for completing the initial construction of the Mary Lowell Center (a multi-agency facility that will include a City Conference Center) 4. $2.25 million appropriation in the Highway Transportation Bill for accomplishing road, sidewalk, and drainage ditch repairs in Seward GRANTS 1. $1.7 million in economic development assistance (Maritime Administration Small Shipyard Grant) for expanding the synchrolift system at Seward Ship Dry Dock (this will double the current ship lift capacity of the ship yard) 2. $200 thousand for moving the existing Coast Guard building in Seward to a more secure location and completing economic development improvements at the existing site t8 AUTHORIZATIONS 1. $1 S million in the Highway Transportation Bill for extending and improving the Alaska Railroad Freight Dock in Seward 2. $2 million in the Highway Transportation Bill for controlling coastal erosion that threatens the Lowell Point Road and critical public infrastructure BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION 1. Support f'or full funding to the National Science Foundation for building the Alaska Region Research Vessel and basing the vessel in Seward, Alaska 2. Authorization language in the Energy Committee Public Lands Bill allowing the Secretary of Interior to enter into an Agreement with the City of Seward to use and operate the Kenai Fjords Parks Service Building (known locally as the Legends Building) as a conference center for the mutual benefit of local government agencies and the community of Seward 3. Authorization language amending the Water Resources Development Act of 2007 (Public Law 110-114, 121 STAT. 1205) as follows: a) Amending Section 5032 (1) by striking "Tunnel" from the title; (2) by striking "Long-Term" from subsection (a); (3) by striking "Long-Term" from subsection (a)(1); (4) by striking "Long-Term" from subsection (a)(2). b) Striking subsection (b) in Section 5032 and inserting the following language. Directing the Secretary to conduct a study to determine whether an alterative method oi'flood diversion in Lowell Canyon is feasible. Feasibility shall be determined based on risk reduction rather than cost-benefit analysis. The Federal cost share for the study shall be the same as the Federal share for the original project. Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 27`h day of October, 2008. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Clark C.orbridge, Mayor ATTEST: 19 Sponsored by: Applicant CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2008-15 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, GRANTING A SIX MONTH EXTENSION TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2008- 03, ISSUED TO NATHAN ORR FOR THE REMODEL AND CONSTRUCTION OF A 22 UNIT MOTEL ON LOT 3A, BLOCK 18, FEDERAL ADDITION, ORR REPEAT, 909 FOURTH AVENUE WITHIN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT WHEREAS, on April 15, 2008 the Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution 2008-06 granting a Conditional Use Permit (CIJP) to Nathan Orr to demolish, construct and operate a 22 unit motel on Lot 3A, Block 18, Federal Addition, Orr Replat, 909 Fourth Avenue; and WHEREAS, the Seward "Coning Code (SCC) §15.10.320.G(1) stipulates an approved CUP lapses six (6) months after approval if no building permit is procured or if the allowed use is not initiated; and WHEREAS, (SCC) §15.10.320.G(2) states the Commission may grant time extensions not to exceed six (6) months each upon a finding that circumstances have not changed sufficiently to warrant a reconsideration of the approval of the CUP; and WHEREAS, On September 23, 2008, Nathan Orr requested a six month extension of CUP 2008-06, stating within the request there had been no changes to the original plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission that: Section 1. Circumstances have not changed sufficiently to warrant reconsideration of the Conditional Use Permit issued to Nathan Orr on April 15, 2008 to remodel and construct a 22 unit motel on Lot 3A, Block 15, Federal Addition, Orr Replat. Section 2. Conditional Use Permit number 2008-03, issued to Nathan Orr on April 15, 2008 is hereby extended until April, 2008. Section 3. "Phis resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. 21 Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2008-15 Page 2 of 2 PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 21St day of October 2008. THE CITY OF SEWARD Marianna Keil, Chair AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: VACANT: One ATTEST: Jean Lewis, CMC City Clerk (City Seal) 22 P&Z Agenda Statement Meeting Date: October 21, 2008 Through: Christy Terry, Community Developmewn~t,D~irector From: Donna Glenz, Associate Planner~°~~-" l Agenda Item: Resolution 2008-15 granting a six month extension to Conditional Use Permit 2008-03 issued to Nathan Orr to allow demolition, remodel and construction of an additional 22 units, for a total of a 34 unit motel on Lot 3A, Block 18, Federal Addition, Orr Replat, 909 Fourth Avenue BACKGROUND & 7USTIFICATION: On September 23, 2008, Nathan Orr, owner of Murphy's Motel submitted a request for a six month time extension for Conditional Use Permit 2008-03. This request for an extension was submitted prior to the expiration of the permit. The plans by Nathan Orr to demolish, remodel and construct an additiona122 unit motel on Lot 3A, Block 18, Federal Addition have not changed. Seward City Code §15.10.320.G(1) stipulates an approved Conditional Use Permit lapses six (6) months after approval if no building permit is procured or if the allowed use is not initiated. Conditional Use Permit 2008-03, issued to Nathan Orr lapses October 2008, which is six (6) months after the original Conditional Use Permit was granted. Seward City Code § 15.10.320.G(2) states the Commission may grant time extensions not to exceed six (6) months each upon a finding that circumstances have not changed sufficiently to warrant a reconsideration ofthe approval of the CUP. Nathan Orr has stated in the written extension request that no changes have occurred or are planned. Construction plans are hoped to be completed and submitted to the City for a building permit in the spring of 2009. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No Seward Comprehensive Plan (2020) X 3.2.1 Promote residential and commercial development within the city of Seward in accordance with community values. (page 19) Promote expansion and development of local entrepreneurial businesses. (page 16) Strategic Plan (1999) X The Strategic Plan encourages development that is consistent with our economic base vision. "Promote Residential and Commercial Development Inside the City." (Page 9) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of Resolution 2008-15, granting Nathan Orr, Murphy's Motel a six month extension to Conditional Use Permit 2008-03. 23 Murphys Motel 909 Fourth Ave. Seward Alaska September 23, 2008 Donna Glenz Associate planner City of Seward Donna Please submit an extension request to the P&Z commission for the cup re: expansion of Murphys Motel. We are still involved with design and engineering for this project and expect to have it ready for permitting in the spring with construction to follow. Thank You Nathan Orr Own , urphys Motel ;~ ~;~i~ ~ ~~/UJ ~h'p1~~ C~ ~u l1 ~' ,~ ~ -- CITY OF SEWARD SEP 2 3 2Q08 ~ PLANNIPlG OFFICE 24 A ~~~---~ ~ A s K A 2018-000876-0 Recotv~ng Dist: 314 -Seward 7/3/2008 10:53 AM Pages: 1 of 2 SEWARD PLANNING & ZONING CONIlVIISSION CONDITIONAL USE PERNIIT N0.2008-03 {amended 1999-03 CUP) ISSUED TO: Nathan Orr Murphy's Motel 909 Fourth Avenue P O Box 1409 Seward AK 99664 EFFECTIVE DATE: Apri125, 2008 LOCATION: Lot 3A, Block 18, Federal Addition This Conditional Use Permit is granted by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission to the Nathan Orr dba Murphy's Motel to amend Conditional Use Permit ] 999-03, to demo, construct and operate a 34 unit motel located at 909 Fourth Avenue, within the Auto Commercial Zoning District, subject to the following conditions: 1. In accordance with the Land Use Plan designation of Auto Commercial and to minimize the impacts on the adjacent properly to the south, a minimum five foot setback is required along the south property line. (This condition shall remain in affect) 2. A total of 28 off street parking spaces will be provided for the 34 unit motel during the life of the motel. The location of the 28 parking spaces required must be approved by the staff through the building permit process_ 3. All areas not devoted to buildings, drives, walks, parking areas or other authorized installations shall be covered with one or more of the following: lawn grass, natural or ornamental shrubbery or trees. 4. A traffic ingress and egress plan shall be submitted to and approved by the City. 5. The applicant shall continue to work with the City staff through the building permit process to address and accomplish the required upgrades to the public utilities. 25 Conditional Use Permit 2008-03 Page 2 6. The Planning and Zoning Commission may modify this conditional use permit if changed uses no longer conform to the standards and legal requirements justifying its present approval, or if the permittee applies for a modification to meet a different development plan that conforms to the standards and legal requirements for approval of a conditional use permit. 7. Any proposed modification plan. shall be subject to the public notice and public hearing requirements of law, which shall occur only after payment of the filing fee established by resolution of the city council. An approved conditional use permit lapses six (6) months after approval if no building permit is procured or if the allowed use is not initiated. The Seward Planning and Zoning Commission may grant time extensions not to exceed (6) months each upon a finding that circumstances have not changed sufficiently to warrant reconsideration of the approval of the conditional use permit. A request for an extension must be submitted prior to the expiration of the permit. A public hearing shall not be required prior to granting an extension of time (SCC' 15.10.320.G). Failure to adhere to all the conditions of this permit may result in revocation of the permit and possible civil and criminal penalties. PASSED AND APPROVED by Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution No.2008-06, April 15, 2008. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA i onna Glenz PlanningAssistant RETURN TO: Planning Office City of Seward P.O. Boa lfi7 Seward, AK 99664 26 Ciry of Seward, Alaska August 19, 2008 Call to Order Planning Commission Minutes l'olume G, Page 2 3 6 The August 19, 2008 Special Meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chair Marianna Keil. Opening Ceremony Conunissioner Keil led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Roll Call There were present: Marianna Keil presiding, and Sue McClure Margaret Anderson Steven Heinrich Sandie Roach' comprising a quonim of the Commission; and Bob Hicks, Community Development Director Anne Bailey, Executive Liaison City Administration Report Community Development Director Bob Hicks updated the Commission of the following business items: • The State Primary Election would occur August 26, 2008, the City Election would occur October 7, 2008 and the State and Federal Election would occur November 4, 2008. • The Silver Salmon Derby had ended and Renee Wellington won with an 18.57 pound fish. If a tagged fish were caught a reward would be given. • School would begin August 20, 2008. • A City Council Work Session would be held September 2, 2008 to discuss the Efficiency Study by John Bird. City Council would determine if public comments would be allowed. In response to Anderson, Hicks stated he was unsure if the public would be allowed to provide input. In response to Roach', Hicks stated the Community Development Department was aware of a possible bunk house on 2°d Avenue but had not investigated the claim yet. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations -None. 27 Cily of Seward, Alaska Planning Commission Minutes August 19, 2008 Volume b, Page 2 3 7 Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items scheduled for Public Hearing -None Jolund Luther, 2003 LaTouche, represented Spring Creek Correctional racility and spoke in regards to Resolution 2008-14. He asked the Commission to renew the Conditional Use Permit and stated they were still trying to set up the minimum camp facility. In response to Keil, Hicks stated the conditional use permit renewal process could he considered in the redraft of Title 15. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda - Motion (AndersonlMcClure) Approve the Agenda and the Consent Agenda Motion Passed Unanimous Consent The following items were approved on the Consent Agenda: July 1, 2008 Special Meeting Minutes Unfinished Business items requiring a Public Hearing -None New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing - RESOLUTION 2008-13 Granting a Conditional Use Permit to Lucky Trading USA, Inc. to Develop and Operate a Scrap Metals Staging Area Located on Alaska Railroad Lease Site Contract Number 9243, Within the Industrial Zoning District Hicks reviewed Resolution 2008-13 granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a scrap metals staging area on Alaska Railroad property. He discussed the criteria and provisions for the CUP. Hicks stated staff had received one comment from the public and he addressed the concerns mentioned in the email. Hicks staled staff recommended the approval of Resolution 2008-13. In response to Roach', Hicks stated the scrap metal staging area had begun. In response to Heinrich, Hicks stated the lease was through the railroad and the application stated they would use the area primarily for scrap metal staging but the CUP specifically states scrap metal staging and another CUP would be needed if the use changed. 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. 28 City of Seward, Alaska August 19, 2008 Planning Commission Minutes volume 6, Page 2 3 8 Motion (Roach'/Anderson) Approve Resolution 2008-13 Roach' stated she had done a site visit of the area and the scrap metal was loose and discussed the possible danger to the public and requiring the company to clean the area. The Commission discussed making an amendment to the Resolution and decided by general consensus that the issue of public safety was already addressed in the Resolution. In response to Ilicks, Heinrich stated the scrap piles would not be subject to structure setbacks and buildings permits would. be required for any structures. The Commission suspended the rules to allow Alaska Railroad Dock Manager Louis Bencardino to speak. In response to Anderson, Bencardino stated the shipping schedule depended on how much scrap metal was gathered. Bencardino noted the boundary line for the scrap metal and he discussed the railroad requirements and standards. Keil stated it would be nice to have another business in town. The Commission suspended the rules to allow Tony Zheng from Lucky Trading to speak. Zheng stated the company would remove all the unwanted metal from Seward and asked about placing a sign in the area. In response to 7,heng, Hicks stated the Community Development Department would address the sign issues. Motion Passed Unanimous Unfinished Business -None New Business - RESOLUTION 2008-14, Granting a Second Six Month Extension to Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-04, Issued 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 Hicks reviewed Resolution 2008-14 and he referred to the explanation from the Spring Creek Correctional Center in regards to extending their Conditional Use Permit. He stated staff recommended the approval of Resolution ?008-14. Motion (Anderson/1VIcClure) Approve Resolution 2008-14 29 City of Seward, Alaska '_ __--. ~n inns Planning Commission Minutes Volume 6, Page 2 3 9 Motion Passed Unanimous Set a Work Session to Discuss the Planning and Zoning Rules of Procedures and Title 15 Hicks referred to page 27 of the packet and he stated Kris Erchinger had requested to do a budget presentation on September 16, 2008. Anderson commented the Efficiency Study and the September 2, 2008 Planning and Zoning meeting were on the same day. In response to Anderson, Hicks stated numerous work sessions would be needed for Title 15 and a whole work session would he needed to discuss the Planning and Zoning Rules of Procedure. The Commission discussed work session topics and dates in further detail. By general consensus, the Commission set a work session for September 9, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the Planning and Zoning Rules of Procedures. Heinrich stated he would be on vacation from September 15-20, 2008. Informational Items and Reports (No action required) -None Commission Comments - McClure commented the minutes on the consent agenda should be July 1, 2008 instead of June 1, 2008 and it would be fixed administratively. Heinrich discussed the Conditional Use Pernlit extension process and suggested the first extension be done administratively. Roach' welcomed Lucky Trading USA, Inc. to Seward and said it was nice to have a new business in town. She stated it was nice to be back. Citizens' Comments - Jolund Luther, LaTouche Circle, clarified the Conditional Use Permit extension was for the minimum security extension not the medium site. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments -None Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m. 30 City of Seward, Alaska Planning Commission Minutes August 19, 2008 volume 6, Page 2 4 0 Anne Bailey, Executive Liaison Marianna Keil Chair (City Seal) 31 10/16/2008 9:58 AM Nanci Richey 1 1"~"'~`~"°''"' ~~