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March 4, 2009
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SEWARD PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD
Regular Meeting
March 4, 2009 NOON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Ron Long, Chair
1,
CALL TO ORDER
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Theresa Butts, Vice Chair
Board Member
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ROLL CALL
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SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND
Deborah Altermatt
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A. ARRC Representative Louis Bencardino
Daniel Oliver
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B. Chamber Report Laura Cloward Executive Director
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C. Deputy Harbormaster Report — Jim Lewis
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Citizens' comments on any subject except those items
scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in
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Paul Tougas
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Approval of agenda and consent agenda [Approval of
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event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular
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Deputy Harbor Master
Anne Bailey
Executive Liaison
City of Seward, Alaska PA CAB Agenda
March 4, 2009 Page 1
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7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS- None
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution 2009-02, Supporting City Council Approval of the North Harbor
Development Recommendations................................................................. Page 3
B. Set a Work Session to Discuss Passenger Fees ............................................ Page 9
* C. February 4, 2009 Regular Meeting Minutes .............................................. Page 10
9. CORRESPONDENCE, INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action
required)- None
A. KPB Ordinance 2009-09 An ordinance creating a flood Hazard district, outside
the flood insurance rate map area, within the Seward -Bear Creek Flood Service
Area to include the 1986, 1995, and 2006 KPB GIS mapped flood data Areas.Page 14
10. BOARD COMMENTS
11. CITIZEN COMMENTS [S minutes per individual - Each individual has one
opportunity to speak.]
12. BOARD AND ADMINSTRATIVE RESPONSE TO CITIZENS'COMMENTS
13. ADJOURNMENT
City of Seward, Alaska
March 4, 2009
PA CAB Agenda
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Sponsored by: PACAB
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD
RESOLUTION 2009-02
RESOLUTION OF THE PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD,
SUPPORTING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE NORTH HARBOR
DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
WHEREAS, Council directed the Seward Port and Commerce Advisory Board generate
recommendations to guide city planning and private enterprise in the continued development and
management of the North Harbor Area; and
WHEREAS, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board held multiple work sessions, regular
meetings and a public hearing to solicit public comments and discuss development policy for the area;
and
WHEREAS, the 1993 Small Boat Harbor Management Plan incorporates and addresses this
area of the Harbor, but is outdated; and
WHEREAS, City Administration plans to update the Small Boat Harbor Management Plan in
2010; and
WHEREAS, the attached recommendations shall be incorporated into the update ofthe Small
Boat Harbor Development Plan; and
WHEREAS, the attached recommendations shall be used as a reference for the City of
Seward Municipal Lands Management Plan update.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board
that:
Section 1. For the reasons stated in the recitals, the Board supports Council approval of the
attached development and management recommendations for the North Harbor Area.
Section 2. The development and management recommendations apply to the area described
as: South of Port Avenue, West of Alaska Railroad fence, East of 41h Avenue and North of J-Dock
ramp. The attached map depicts the North Harbor Area.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Resolution 2009-02
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board this 41h day of
March, 2009.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Jean Lewis, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Ron Long, Chair
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North Harbor Development Plan Outline
Goal: Complete the orderly development of the North Harbor as defined by the
boundaries.
ZONING
Goal: The area is zoned Harbor Commercial District to accommodate economic
development and harbor related functions.
PLATTING/ BOUNDARIES
Goal: Plat the area... REVIEW EXISTING PLATS
North Harbor Boundaries —
South of Port Avenue
West of Alaska Railroad fence
East of 4th Avenue
North of J-Dock ramp
LAND USE
Goal: The area would be used for economic development and homeland security.
• Economic Development
o Encourage lease or sale of undeveloped land, look at unused parcels.
• United States Coast Guard Building
o Support opening up land for possible parking east of the railroad line and
negotiate for a land swap.
o Consider sheet pile zone for security and or stability.
o Leave access to NE fish cleaning station.
• Other?
o Discuss with Seward fisheries lease term and or development of that area.
o Consider previous grant requirements/stipulations from previous awards.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
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Goal: Ensure safe and convenient parking and transportation services that address
the needs of Seward residents, businesses and visitors.
• Parking Facility
o Research designating long term parking further out and short term closer in
from float access areas.
o Consider paving X-Float road or provide some form of dust control measures.
o Parking fees are consistent with the Seward City Code § 11.15.010. See
Attachment A for the Parking Fee Schedule.
• Boardwalk/Bike Path/Sidewalks
o Move pedestrian traffic off Port Avenue and onto sidewalks.
• Drainage
o Drainage plans need to be created to meet the Storm Water Prevention Plan
Permit requirements.
o Engineered drawing will be needed.
PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Goal: Provide quality public facilities and services to the residents, businesses and
visitors of Seward.
• Utilities
o Utility use is directly correlated to development in the North Harbor Area.
• Environment and Waste Management
o Research cost and pros/cons of vessel wash down facility.
• Floats/Docks
o Consider piling and wooden decking, construction similar to existing T Dock,
the area between I Dock and 50 Ton Travelift and the area between T Dock
and NE fish cleaning stations to result in workable space across the entire
North Harbor.
COMMUNITY APPEARANCE
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Goal: Improve the appearance of the community through increased landscaping,
beautification efforts and creating a user friendly environment.
• Aesthetics
o Signage/Interpretive Postings
o Improve landscaping for Cruise Ship pedestrian traffic.
o Photo Opportunities
FUNDING STRATEGIES
o Pre -engineering in-house to control architectural and engineering costs
whenever possible.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: March 4, 2009
To: Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Through: Harbormaster Kari Anderson
From: Executive Liaison Anne Bailey cabLI
Subject: Set a Work Session to Discuss Passenger Fees
Harbormaster Kari Anderson has asked for PACAB's help in discussing passenger fees. This
could be discussed at the March 18, 2009 Work Session or any other day the Board chooses.
The Board is allowed under Seward City Code 2.30.320 (a) to designate their own time and place
for Meetings and Work Sessions.
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CALL TO ORDER
The regular February 4, 2009 meeting of the Seward Port and Commerce Advisory Board
was called to order at 12:06 p.m. by Chair Ron Long.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Board Member Oliver led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call
There were present: Board Member Ron Long presiding, and
Theresa Butts
Darryl Schaefermeyer
Paul Tougas
Dan Oliver
comprising a quorum of the Board; and
Jim Lewis, Deputy Harbormaster
Janet I. Durnil, Office Assistant
Excused:
Deborah Altermatt
ARRC Representative Louis Bencardino Alaska Railroad Dock Manager —
Louis Bencardino reported on the following issues:
Louis Bencardino noted that vessels have been staying at the dock for long periods of time,
this is good revenue. The 2009 Alaska Railroad Program Projects lists improvements,
accomplishments had been developed. Bencardino surmised that approximately 60 ships are
scheduled to be in this year.
KPB/EDD- City Councihnember Tom Smith —
Chair Long mentioned that on January 23RD and 241h meetings were based on cleaning up
original projects and concerns.
Chamber Report by Laura Cloward Executive Director —
Cloward indicated that ComFish Expo has only 7 vendors and the Chamber will not attend
this because AVTEC is sending representatives. Cloward noted that Conoco Philips took the
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initiative and joined Seward Chamber of Commerce. Expand presence at the Pacific Marine Expo
and will need PACAB support in seeing if that is applicable. Cloward described the waster water
efforts in response to the cruise ship head tax and stated that the waste water should be standardized.
The Check card Registration or employee free choice act takes away the secret ballot and this is not
supported by the Chamber and could increase coercion tactics on both sides. Cloward stated there
would bean Economic Development visit to Seattle at the end of the month. Interested in subsidizing
transportation and security, and the state doesn't spend any money that they are supposed to give out.
Cloward described the impact of Seward's location for cruise ships as being positive.
Administrative Report -
Deputy Harbormaster Jim Lewis reported on the following items-
• The Harbor Department began to issue approximately 65 slips for various boat sizes to
individuals off the wait list.
• The Harbor Department is working with Community Development on Harbor Tariff and
Code Revisions and requests Port of Commerce Advisory Board input on the process
prior to holding a work session. These comments may be emailed to
bhicksgcityo fseward. net
• The Polar Bear Jump was a success this year with thanks given to Marilyn Sutherland for
organizing the event which rose over $150 thousand for cancer research.
• The Harbor Department applied for the Municipal Harbor Facility Grant with a $1.45
million match. If Seward Harbor is the recipient of this grant, the security or Z float will be
93% funded and construction may begin as early as December of 2009.
• The Harbor and Seward Marine Industrial Centers Electricity billing is still tentatively
planned to be moved to Harbor from the Finance Department this winter.
• Northern Economics was contracted to conduct the Seward Marine Industrial Centers
feasibility study and will bring a report to a joint work session with PACAB and City
Council.
• Two Harbor projects were submitted for the Federal Economic Stimulus Package: the
Security or Z Float, and the 215' extension to the East Breakwater in conjunction with a
Seward Harbor Dredging project.
Christy Terry Community Development Director —
Christy Terry reported that City Council made some revisions to the 2009 Federal and State
Legislative Priorities.
Matt Gray Kenai Peninsula Fish Habitat -
Gray presented on the initiatives and comprehensive programs being developed. Gray
elaborated on their primary goal to have an outreach effort to all aspects and regions so fisheries are
more organized. Gray spoke about an organizing committee working to establish the Kenai Peninsula
Fish Habitat Partnership (NDHAP) whose mission is: to protect, restore, and enhance the nation's
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fish and aquatic communities through partnerships that foster fish habitat conservation and improve
the quality of life for the American people. Gray responded indicating they will have full candidate
status by winter of 2009-2010. Gray responded saying that the Kenai Peninsula Fish Habitat is
formulating an official response to the development of hydroelectric power but doesn't deny that
there it is a great way to pursue renewable energy.
Citizens' comments on any subject except those items scheduled for public hearing -
Willard Dunham addressed the 266 feet on the North Harbor Development, that from his
experience it would be well worth the cost to put in piling due to the benefits for Commercial Vessels.
Willard Dunham said to consider contracting out only what can't be completed by city employees.
Approval of the Agenda
Motion (Schaefermeyer/Butts) Approve the Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
The following items were approved under the Consent Agenda:
* January 7, 2008 Regular Meeting Minutes
Motion (Schaefermeyer/Tougas) Approved the 2009 Port of
Commerce Advisory Board schedule
for Quarterly Reports to City
Council.
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
Unfinished Business - None
New Business -
By general consensus, the Board set the March, 2009 Meeting to present a Resolution for
the North Harbor Development Plan at 12:00 in Counsel Chambers.
Correspondence, Information Items and Reports (no action required) — None
Citizen Comments [S minutes per individual -Each individual has one opportunity to speak.]- None
Board and Administrative Response to Citizens' Comments — None
Adjournment
Chair Ron Long adjourned the meeting at 1:07 p.m.
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Janet I. Durnil
Office Assistant
(City Seal)
Ron Long
Chair
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Introduced by: Long
Date: 02/03/09
Hearing: 02/17/09 and 03/24/09
Action:
Vote:
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
ORDINANCE 2009-09
(LONG) SUBSTITUTE
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FLOOD HAZARD DISTRICT, OUTSIDE THE
FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP AREA, WITHIN THE SEWARD-BEAR CREEK
FLOOD SERVICE AREA TO INCLUDE THE 1986, 1995, AND 2006 KPB GIS MAPPED
FLOOD DATA AREAS
WHEREAS, flooding has occurred in the Seward -Bear Creek Flood Service Area (SBCFSA)
repeatedly; and
WHEREAS, a federal disaster has been proclaimed within SBCFSA three times since 1986; and
WHEREAS, the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are outdated and inaccurate; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is in the process of preparing
new FIRMS; and
WHEREAS, there have been millions of dollars in damage to private properties and public
infrastructure caused by flooding events in the area; and
WHEREAS, flooding places the public health and safety at risk; and
WHEREAS, gravel deposits are steadily and rapidly increasing in SBCFSA streams, and the risk
of flooding and related loss increases; and
WHEREAS, subdivision and development in SBCFSA has increased dramatically since 1996,
increasing flood loss potential; and
WHEREAS, FEMA Disaster Assistance only provides a minimal amount of funding to repair
damages to a home not covered by flood insurance to return it to a safe, sanitary, and
functioning condition, but not to rebuild the home to current codes; and
WHEREAS, merely returning the structures to their preexisting condition results in potential for
repeated flood damage and destruction to the same properties; and
WHEREAS, according to the 2005 KPB comprehensive plan, enforcement of floodplain
requirements is primarily through voluntary compliance and assistance from
mortgage companies since the borough does not require building permits or
inspections; and
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WHEREAS, the City of Seward has permitting regulations in place to assist with flood issues in
the area of the SBCFSA within city limits; and
WHEREAS, KPB Chapter 21.06 contains the minimal regulations required by FEMA for
floodplain management, and these regulations alone have not proved an effective
tool for mitigating flood damage in the SBCFSA; and
WHEREAS, goal 6.7, objective 1, implementation action G of the comprehensive plan is to
identify wetlands, floodplains, and erosion areas and minimize adverse impacts of
flooding or erosion on neighboring properties; and
WHEREAS, goal 6.7, objective 2, of the comprehensive plan is to increase local participation in
decisions regarding development in floodplains and wetlands; and
WHEREAS, goal 6.7, objective 3, implementation action A of the comprehensive plan is to
improve the borough's floodplain ordinance; and
WHEREAS, a one year sunset clause is appropriate as FEMA is the process of developing new
FIRM maps; and
WHEREAS, at its 2009, meeting, the SBCFSA board recommended
and
WHEREAS, at its , 2009, meeting, the Kenai Peninsula Borough
Planning Commission recommended ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI
PENINSULA BOROUGH:
SECTION 1. That KPB 21.06.020 is hereby amended by adding the following definitions:
0. "SMFDA" means the Seward Mapped Flood Data Area which includes the
1986, 1995, and 2006 KPB GIS mapped flood data area within the Seward -
Bear Creek Flood Service Area outside the FIRM and city limits of Seward
R. "Primary structure" means a dwelling, a building suitable for commercial
use, or any structure which will be served by water or wastewater disposal
systems or a fuel storage tank. This definition is applicable only in the
SMFDA.
S. "Substantial Evidence" means evidence a reasonable mind might accept to
support a conclusion.
T. Minimum Flood Corridor means the existing channel bottom width plus 60
feet plus 6 times the channel depth and the corridor will be centered on the
channel, or aligned such that the corridor follows the natural flow of flood
waters.
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SECTION 2. That KPB 21.06.030(B) is hereby amended as follows:
B. Basis for establishing flood hazard areas. Flood hazard areas are identified
as follows:
1. By the flood insurance rate maps with an effective date of May 19, 1981,
revised on July 5, 1983 and December 6, 1999. The map panels numbered
020012-1350 and 1700 have been deleted and the areas depicted by these
panels are not subject to the terms of this chapter. Excluding these panels,
the flood insurance rate maps are adopted by reference and declared to be
a part of this chapter. The flood insurance rate maps are on file at the
planning department.
2. The 1986, 1995, and 2006 KPB GIS mapped flood data area within the
Seward -Bear Creek Flood Service Area (SMFDA) outside the city limits
of Seward. A map showing this floodplain and flood data and a list of
properties represented by this map shall be retained by the planning
department and made available to the public. If any portion of a lot is
included in the flood data mapped area, the entire lot shall be subject to the
provisions of this chapter. Special provisions for development permits in
the KPB mapped flood data area are set forth in KPB 21.06.045. Data
available from other Federal, State of other sources shall be reviewed and
reasonably utilized including but not limited to the following:
a. "Flood of October 1986 at Seward Alaska," USGS Water -
Resources Investigation Report 87-4278. Jones, S.H., and Zenone
Chester. 0 988).
b. "Hydrologic Reconnaissance near Fourth of July Creek
Seward, Alaska." USGS Water Resources Investigations 81-21
Nelson, G.L. (1981).
SECTION 3. That KPB 21.06.045 is hereby enacted as follows:
21.06.045. KPB GIS mapped flood data area.
A. Base flood elevation in the SMFDA district. Based upon a digital elevation
model provided by the borough base flood elevation in the SMFDA district
is established by a licensed professional registered land surveyor or
professional civil engineer at the highest point within the lot measured
downslope from the specific construction site.
B. Exemption from application of SMFDA district. A property owner may
request an exemption for application of SMFDA to his proposed
development upon a showing by substantial evidence that his property was
not inundated by flood waters in the 1986, 1995 or 2006 floods,• adverse
bank erosion has not occurred during the property owner's ownership
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erosion can not be determined by analysis of KPB aerial photos beginning in
1986, the property is not a Corns of Engineers regulated wetland• and/or
adjacent nroneM owners concur there has been no adverse impact to their
properties by flooding from the 12rol2eM of ownership making the request for
SMFDA exemption. Staff shall verify whether the application for exemption
meets the criteria and shall issue a written determination regarding the same
This determination may be appealed to the planning commission within 15
days of issuance.
C. Conditions. Only primary structures, substantial improvements to primary
structures. and development in the minimum flood corridor in the SMFDA
district require a development permit The permits in the SMFDA district are
subject to the following conditions:
1. Primary structures in the SMFDA district shall be a minimum of two
feet above base flood elevation. Below -grade supports shall be at a
two -to -one ratio as compared to the support above grade;
2. Foundations shall have an erosion resistant desi n• and
3. Where applicable, the standards for the permit is subject to the
standards set forth in KPB 21.06.050, and
4. The permitted activity shall not increase the risk of flood damage to
downstream or adjacent properties.
D. Currently active channels within the SMFDA district All development in
the SMFDA district in the minimum flood corridor within the Resurrection
River watershed. Spruce and Sawmill Creeks shall be subject to the
permitting requirements of KPB 21.06.050(C).
E. If review of the hermit application by staff indicates that the conditions set
forth in KPB 21.06.045(C) cannot be met staff shall deny the application
The applicant may apply for a permit from the planning commission by
submitting a project -specific design under the waiver provisions of KPB
21.06.0450.
F. Waivers. The variance procedure in KPB 21 06 060 only applies to
permitting in the FIRM area A project -specific designprepared by a
licensed professional civil engineer may be submitted for consideration to the
Planning commission in lieu of meeting the conditions set forth in KPB
21.06.045(C). Based upon written findings of fact the planning commission
may grant or deny the permit and place conditions on the permit it grants in
order that the risk of flood damage to downstream or adiacent property or
flood damage to public infrastructure will not be increased The grant or
denial of a permit may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment within 15
days of distribution of the planning commission's written decision
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SECTION 4. That this ordinance shall automatically expire on March 24, 2010 unless the
assembly by ordinance alters or extends that date.
SECTION 5. That this ordinance is effective on the date of its enactment. The ordinance is not
applicable to parcels where the "actual start of construction" has commenced as
defined by KPB 21.06.020(M) prior to the date of enactment.
ENACTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH THIS * DAY
OF * 2009.
Milli Martin, Assembly President
ATTEST:
Johni Blankenship, Borough Clerk
Yes:
No:
Absent:
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