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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11022011 City Council Packet Seward City Council Agenda P /If se �►s 4k 4$1 w , • Special C Council Meeting November 2, 2011 City Council Chambers 5:30 p.m. The City of Seward, Alaska Special City Council Meeting November 2, 2011 5:30 p.m. Council Chambers 1. Call to order David Seaward 2. Pledge of allegiance Mayor 3. Roll call Term Expires 2013 4. Citizens' comments on any subject except those items Jean Bardarson scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in will Vice Mayor be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 2 Term Expires 2012 minutes per speaker and 30 minutes total time for this agenda item.] Robert Valdatta Council Member 5. Approval of agenda Term Expires 2013 6. Special Orders, Presentations and Reports Christy Terry Council Member A. Presentation by Seward Library on "Guy's Read" Program Term Expires 2013 Vanta Shafer 7. New Business Council Member Term Expires 2013 A. Resolutions Marianna Keil 1. Resolution 2011 -083, Establishing The City Of Council Member Seward's Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Term Expires 2012 Priorities. Ristine Casagranda 2, Resolution 2011 - 084, Establishing The City Of Council Member Term Expires 2012 Seward's 2012 Federal Legislative Priorities. James Hunt 7. Council comment City Manager 8. Citizens' comments Johanna Kinney 9. Council and administration response to citizens' comments City Clerk 10. Adjournment City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda November 2, 2011 CITY OF SE WARD SPECIAL MEETING REQUEST Pursuant to Seward City Code 2.10.030 (2), this is to serve as the written notice calling a Special City Council Meetin g on November 2, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. for the purpose of: Special Orders, Presentations and Reports A. Presentation by Seward Library on "Guy's Read" Program New Business A. Resolutions 1. Resolution 2011 -083 Establishing The City Of Seward's Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Priorities. 2. Resolution 2011 -084 Establishing The City Of Seward's 2012 Federal Legislative Priorities. Signed this 31 day of October, 2011. Mayor ~t��� �' Y City Manager ! a 2 Council Mem t ers Upon this request the City Clerk will give due and proper notice as required by SCC 2.10.032 (No business shall be transacted other than stated above.) NOTICE OF .47 ' ' SPECIAL MEETING ' 5� • NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Seward City Council will meet in a Special Meeting on November 2, 2011. The City Council Special Meeting will be called to order at 5:30 p.m. for the purpose of: Special Orders, Presentations and Reports A. Presentation by Seward Library on "Guy's Read' Program New Business A. Resolutions 1. Resolution 2011 -083, Establishing The City Of Seward's Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Priorities. 2. Resolution 2011 -084, Establishing The City Of Seward's 2012 Federal Legislative Priorities . The special meeting will be conducted in City Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Adams Street, Seward. All interested persons are invited to attend. JOHANNA KINNEY CITY CLERK POSTED: 11/1/2011 at 12:00 p.m. City Hall bulletin board U.S. Post Office Harbormaster's Building Sponsored by: Administration CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -083 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR YEAR 2012 STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES WHEREAS, the City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that are identifie top state legislative priorities; and d as WHEREAS, the list of projects is compiled and distributed to the State of Alaska Legislature, Kenai Peninsula Borough, and City of Seward Iobbyist; and WHEREAS, this resolution validates projects, prioritizes needs, and focuses the efforts of City Administration in its lobbying efforts; and WHEREAS, the passage of this resolution occurs through a public process; and WHEREAS, all projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive and Strategic Plans. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: Section 1. The following list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the official legislative priority list of the City of Seward for the 2012 State of Alaska legislative session: 1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS A. PUBLIC FACILITIES (1) $575,000 to refurbish the Lowell Canyon 400,000 gallon water tank. (2) $2.5 million for constructing a 100' x 80' metal building to replace and relocate our existing public works shop (City will provide land for the new building). (3) $2 million for expanding the Providence Seward Hospital Medical Clinic, moving the CT scanner into the facility, increasing backup generator capacity, and improving space for primary health care (City provides $500 thousand annually for hospital financing of capital improvements). (4) $250,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Ozonation system replacement. (5) $500,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center building system replacement, to replace core building control and security systems. (6) $1.9 million for Alaska SeaLife Center renovation, external concrete maintenance and internal catacombs renovation to provide for new education classroom to meet CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -083 distance education and industry training demand. (7) $950,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Housing for volunteers and staff to reduce operating costs and expand volunteer pool. 13. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA (1) $52.75 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, and barge landings for the Coastal Villages Fishing Fleet move from Seattle to Alaska. (2) Full funding ($23 Million) for the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Municipal Harbor Grant Program to provide matching funds to replace "D" Float in the Seward Small Boat Harbor. (3) $101,000 for engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in the Seward Small Boat Harbor including A, B, C, and S Floats. (4) $775,000 for building a Handicap Accessible Fish Cleaning Station in the Northeast Launch Ramp Area of the Seward Small Boat Harbor. (5) $250,000 for paving and improving drainage in the northeast parking lot of the Seward Small Boat Harbor. (6) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure that includes a security fence around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center. (7) $1.7 million for doubling the railway capacity of the ship lift (syncrolift) and associated upland improvements to meet new requirements for repair work on Coast Guard vessels at the Seward Marine Industrial Center. (8) $25,000 to upgrade the Harbor Security Camera System. (9) $4.5 million for adding moorage along the north side of the Seward Small Boat Harbor. C. ELECTRIC (1) $1.5 million to repair and replace one mile of transmission line into the Fort Raymond Substation with 115kV compatible equipment (this is a project supported by the Alaska Railbelt Cooperative Transmission and Electric Company — ARCTEC — because the current condition of the transmission line exceeds the estimated life expectancy of 50- years). (2) $17 million for upgrading the transmission line to 115KV in Seward (and upgrading transformers and other equipment for the higher voltage) to reduce line loss while improving efficiency and reliability of power distribution throughout the service area. (3) $300,000 for installing automatic electrical metering equipment to improve customer service, outage management, and load management (the City will provide a 100% match of $300,000 to complete the project). CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -083 (4) $85,000 for establishing improvements to redundant 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 $85,000 for the project). D. ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESIBILITY (1) $100,000 for improving City ADA accessibility. (2) $2.25 million for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces, reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems. (3) $2.496 million for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal erosion for the Lowell Point Road in the City of Seward (this road provides the sole land access to critical public infrastructure, state parks, and a Kenai Peninsula Borough residential housing area). E. PUBLIC SAFETY (1) $6 million for a replacement Seward Fire Station (City will provide a match of land). (2) $25 million for a replacement Public Safety Building for Courthouse, Jail and Police and State agencies enforcement headquarters (City will provide a match of land). (3) $1.3 million for a ladder truck. 2. CRUISE SHIP HEAD TAX OR CRUISE SHIP GAMBLING TAX (1) $200,000 to continue the seasonal shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers. (2) $9.6 million for Phase 1 of the East Dock Extension: 300 feet to improve access for cruise ships. Phase 2 would include an additional 200 feet extension for $6.4 million. This would provide space for the research vessel the R/V Sikuliaq. (3) $1.31 million for Seward Dock Enhancements: Includes $450,000 for a cruise ship baggage conveyor system, $360,000 a covered walkway at the Train Station, $150,000 for a second mooring bollard to accommodate a second cruise ship and $200,000 for extending the dock security lighting. (4) $300,000 for improving the cruise ship pedestrian corridor between the Alaska Railroad Terminal and Cruise Ship Terminal. (5) $220,000 for West Dock Maintenance and Repair. Includes repair of piles with severe corrosion for $100,000, repair of the cathodic protection system for $50 thousand, repair of sewer system $30,000, $15,000 for camel and fender repairs and miscellaneous repairs $25,000). (6) $500,000 for building and parking upgrades to the Lindsey Inter modal Facility. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -083 (7) $50,000 for Seward Ambulance Corps. and Seward Fire Department operational response to cruise ship passengers and cruise ship emergencies. (8) $2 million for constructing a 100' by 80' metal building to house emergency response equipment and shelter supplies at the Fort Raymond Satellite Fire Station (this location will allow or speed response to emergencies at the Cruise Ship Dock during those periods when other response is prevented by earthquakes or tsunamis). 3. STATEWIDE PROJECTS (1) $2 million for dock improvements and dredging at the Seward Marine Center to prepare for the R/V Sikuliaq. (2) $155,000 in the Department of Corrections Operating Budget to add an emergency wastewater bypass (with valves and piping) to keep the Spring Creek Correctional Facility sewage system operational in the event of a system failure. (3) $300,000 to improve the access to the Seward Airport across the railroad tracks. 4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION (1) Support the passage of House Bill 184 reallocating the fish tax to provide a greater share to local municipal governments. (2) Legislative support for increased cash infusion into PERS /TRS retirement system in order to offset unfunded retirement system liabilities, to make future contribution rates more affordable for the State and local governments. (3) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 18 -25.5) in the State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). (4) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 25.5 -36) in the STIP. (5) Appropriation for upgrading the Sterling Highway (MP 45 -60) in the STIP. (6) Construction of a highway exit off the Seward Highway in the vicinity of MP 6 for better and safer vehicle access to Camelot and Salmon Creek subdivisions. (7) Support for continuing Medicaid programs and capital cost reimbursement at not less than current year funding levels. (8) Return of service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena. (9) Alternative Energy Programs that encourage and fund participation by the City and its electrical utility customers. 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 2nd day of November, 2011. Council Agenda Statement Meeting Date: November 2, 2011 4 40" sE From: Kris Erchinger, Finance Director and Outgoing Acting City Manager ° Agenda Item: g Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Priorities BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: Administration annually compiles a list of projects and legislation for consideration as our state legislative priorities. After validation of the list through a public process, and approval by the City Council, the list is given to the Governor's Office, our legislators, the Kenai Peninsula Borough (for inclusion in their legislative package), and our lobbyist. These priorities focus the efforts of Administration and the City Council in our lobbying efforts as we seek funding or other resolution through State government. Frequently, the list of projects and legislation is updated at the beginning of the legislative session. The following list is submitted to the City Council for review and approval. 1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS A. PUBLIC FACILITIES (1) $575,000 to refurbish the Lowell Canyon 400,000 gallon water tank. (2) $2.5 million for constructing a 100' x 80' metal building to replace and relocate our existing public works shop (City will provide land for the new building). (3) $2 million for expanding the Providence Seward Hospital Medical Clinic, moving the CT scanner into the facility, increasing backup generator capacity, and improving space for primary health care (City provides $500 thousand annually for hospital financing of capital improvements). (4) $250,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Ozonation system replacement. (5) $500,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center building system replacement, to replace core building control and security systems. (6) $1.9 million for Alaska SeaLife Center renovation, external concrete maintenance and internal catacombs renovation to provide for new education classroom to meet distance education and industry training demand. (7) $950,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Housing for volunteers and staff to reduce operating costs and expand volunteer pool. B. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA (1) $52.75 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, and barge landings for the Coastal Villages Fishing Fleet move from Seattle to Alaska. (2) Full funding ($23 Million) for the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Municipal Harbor Grant Program to provide matching funds to replace "D" Float in the Seward Small Boat Harbor. (3) $101,000 for engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in the Seward Small Boat Harbor including A, B, C, and S Floats. (4) $775,000 for building a Handicap Accessible Fish Cleaning Station in the Northeast Launch Ramp Area of the Seward Small Boat Harbor. (5) $250,000 for paving and improving drainage in the northeast parking lot of the Seward Small Boat Harbor. (6) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure that includes a security fence around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center. (7) $1.7 million for doubling the railway capacity of the ship lift (syncrolift) and associated upland improvements to meet new requirements for repair work on Coast Guard vessels at the Seward Marine Industrial Center. (8) $25,000 to upgrade the Harbor Security Camera System. (9) $4.5 million for adding moorage along the north side of the Seward Small Boat Harbor. C. ELECTRIC (1) $1.5 million to repair and replace one mile of transmission line into the Fort Raymond Substation with 115kV compatible equipment (this is a project supported by the Alaska Railbelt Cooperative Transmission and Electric Company — ARCTEC — because the current condition of the transmission line exceeds the estimated life expectancy of 50- years). (2) $17 million for upgrading the transmission line to 115KV in Seward (and upgrading transformers and other equipment for the higher voltage) to reduce line loss while improving efficiency and reliability of power distribution throughout the service area. (3) $300,000 for installing automatic electrical metering equipment to improve customer service, outage management, and load management (the City will provide a 100% match of $300,000 to complete the project). (4) $85,000 for establishing improvements to redundant 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 $85,000 for the project). D. ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESIBILITY (1) $100,000 for improving City ADA accessibility. (2) $2.25 million for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces, reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems. (3) $2.496 million for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal erosion for the Lowell Point Road in the City of Seward (this road provides the sole land access to critical public infrastructure, state parks, and a Kenai Peninsula Borough residential housing area). E. PUBLIC SAFETY (1) $6 million for a replacement Seward Fire Station (City will provide a match of land). (2) $25 million for a replacement Public Safety Building for Courthouse, Jail and Police and State agencies enforcement headquarters (City will provide a match of land). (3) $1.3 million for a ladder truck. 2. CRUISE SHIP HEAD TAX OR CRUISE SHIP GAMBLING TAX (1) $200,000 to continue the seasonal shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers. (2) $9.6 million for Phase 1 of the East Dock Extension: 300 feet to improve access for cruise ships. Phase 2 would include an additional 200 feet extension for $6.4 million. This would provide space for the research vessel the R/V Sikuliaq. (3) $1.31 million for Seward Dock Enhancements: Includes $450,000 for a cruise ship baggage conveyor system, $360,000 for a covered walkway at the Train Station, $150,000 for a second mooring bollard to accommodate a second cruise ship and $200,000 for extending the dock security lighting. (4) $300,000 for improving the cruise ship pedestrian corridor between the Alaska Railroad Terminal and Cruise Ship Terminal. (5) $220,000 for West Dock Maintenance and Repair. Includes repair of piles with severe corrosion for $100,000, repair of the cathodic protection system for $50,000, repair of sewer system $30,000, $15,000 for camel and fender repairs and miscellaneous repairs $25,000). (6) $500,000 for building and parking upgrades to the Lindsey Intermodal Facility. (7) $50,000 for Seward Ambulance Corps. and Seward Fire Department operational response to cruise ship passengers and cruise ship emergencies. (8) $2 million for constructing a 100' by 80' metal building to house emergency response equipment and shelter supplies at the Fort Raymond Satellite Fire Station (this location will allow or speed response to emergencies at the Cruise Ship Dock during those periods when other response is prevented by earthquakes or tsunamis). 3. STATEWIDE PROJECTS (1) $2 million for dock improvements and dredging at the Seward Marine Center to prepare for the R/V Sikuliaq. (2) $155,000 in the Department of Corrections Operating Budget to add an emergency wastewater bypass (with valves and piping) to keep the Spring Creek Correctional Facility sewage system operational in the event of a system failure. (3) $300,000 to improve the access to the Seward Airport across the railroad tracks. 4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION (1) Support the passage of House Bill 184 reallocating the fish tax to provide a greater share to local municipal governments (2) Legislative support for increased cash infusion into PERS /TRS retirement system in order to offset unfunded retirement system liabilities, to make future contribution rates more affordable for the State and local governments (3) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 18 -25.5) in the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP). (4) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 25.5 -36) in the STIP. (5) Appropriation for upgrading the Sterling Highway (MP 45 -60) in the STIP. (6) Construction of a highway exit off the Seward Highway in the vicinity of MP 6 for better and safer vehicle access to Camelot and Salmon Creek subdivisions. (7) Support for continuing Medicaid programs and capital cost reimbursement at not less than current year funding levels. (8) Return of service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena. (9) Alternative Energy Programs that encourage and fund participation by the City and its electrical utility customers. INTENT: This list of priorities focuses the efforts of Administration in lobbying efforts to obtain appropriations, grants, and legislation from the State of Alaska to improve the City of Seward. To qualify for most appropriations and grants, the list of State priorities must be approved in a public process by the City Council. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with guidance and directives in the Seward City Code, City Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and the City Council Rules of Procedures. FISCAL NOTE: % Approved by Finance Department: Ap.I�! .•_�1 ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X RECOMMENDATION Council approve Resolution 2011- ° approving the City of Seward's Calendar Year 2012 State Priorities Sponsored by: Administration CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA. RESOLUTION 2011 -084 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S 2012 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 Kenai Peninsula Borough, our congressional delegation and City of Seward federal lobbyist; and WHEREAS, this resolution validates projects, prioritizes needs, and focuses the efforts of City Administration in its lobbying efforts; and WHEREAS, the passage of this resolution occurs through a public process; and WHEREAS, all projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive and Strategic Plans. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: Section 1. The following list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the official legislative priority list of the City of Seward for 2012: A. APPROPRIATIONS AND GRANTS 1. $2 million appropriation to the Army Corps of Engineers for mitigation for flood risk reduction at Lowell Creek in Seward. 2. $7 million for a comprehensive Seward Flood Mitigation Program on the watershed level by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 3. $200,000 for the first Alaskan sea level rise climate change study to be conducted in Resurrection Bay by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 4. $225,000 to dredge the Seward Small Boat Harbor. 5. $16 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, ship repair capabilities, seafood processing operations, and barge landings. 6. $3 million appropriation for storm surge mitigation, bank stabilization and erosion control projects (from a Section 103 study by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers). CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -084 7. $1 million appropriation for erosion control projects (from a Section 14 study by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) for the Seward Marine Industrial Center and the Alaska Railroad Dock. 8. $2.25 million appropriation for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces, reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems. 9. $2 million grant for constructing a 100'x 80' metal building to house emergency response equipment, and shelter supplies at the Fort Raymond Satellite Fire Station. 10. $1 million appropriation to the Army Corps of Engineers for O &M Dredging in the Seward Small Boat Harbor. 11. $2.496 million in the Highway Transportation Bill for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal erosion for the Lowell Point Road (the sole land access to critical infrastructure, state parks, and Kenai Peninsula Borough residential housing area). 12. $15 million in the Highway Transportation Bill for extending and improving the Alaska Railroad Freight Dock in Seward. 13. $250,000 for operating the Alaska strandings network and responding to marine mammal and seabird strandings and mortalities throughout Alaska. B. AUTHORIZATIONS AND BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION 1. Authorization language in the Water Resource Development Act that the $2.66 million local government cost share paid by the City of Seward to the Army Corps of Engineers satisfies the total cost share requirements for Phase 1 and Phase 2 Of the Seward Harbor Expansion Project (additional costs were incurred in a second phase of the project to correct a design deficiency by the Army Corps of Engineers). 2. 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 language directing the Secretary to conduct a study to determine whether an alternative method of flood diversion in Lowell Canyon is feasible. Feasibility shall be determined based on risk reduction rather than cost - benefit analysis. Federal cost share for the study shall be the same as the Federal share for the original project. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2011 -084 3. Authorization language in the Water Resources Development Act or in other appropriate legislation that the area created by the Seward Harbor Navigational Improvements Project, including the 3.5 acres of disposal area, in Seward, Alaska, (described by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as "BOD Disposal Area 1") is hereby declared to be nonnavigable waters of the United States for purposes of the navigation servitude. 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 2' day of November, 2011. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA David Seaward, Mayor AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Johanna Kinney City Clerk, CMC (City Seal) Council Agenda Statement e. 4 OF Sest. Meeting Date: November 2, 2011 v 9® From: Kris Erchinger, Finance Director and Outgoing Acting City Manager 14-00" Agenda Item: Calendar Year 2012 Federal Legislative Priorities BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that we identify as our top legislative priorities. The list of projects is compiled into a package that is then distributed to the Governor's Office, our legislators, the Kenai Peninsula Borough (for inclusion in their legislative package), and our lobbyist. This prioritized list validates the projects and greatly focuses the efforts of the Administration in our lobbying effort as we seek funding or other resolution through Federal government. The following list is submitted to the City Council for review and approval. A. APPROPRIATIONS AND GRANTS 1. $2 million appropriation to the Army Corps of Engineers for mitigation for flood risk reduction at Lowell Creek in Seward. 2. $7 million for a comprehensive Seward Flood Mitigation Program on the watershed level by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 3. $200,000 for the first Alaskan sea level rise climate change study to be conducted in Resurrection Bay by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 4. $225,000 to dredge the Seward Small Boat Harbor. 5. $16 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, ship repair capabilities, seafood processing operations, and barge landings. 6. $3 million appropriation for storm surge mitigation, bank stabilization and erosion control projects (from a Section 103 study by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers). 7. $1 million appropriation for erosion control projects (from a Section 14 study by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) for the Seward Marine Industrial Center and the Alaska Railroad Dock. 8. $2.25 million appropriation for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces, reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems. 9. $2 million grant for constructing a 100'x 80' metal building to house emergency response equipment, and shelter supplies at the Fort Raymond Satellite Fire Station. 10. $1 million appropriation to the Army Corps of Engineers for O &M Dredging in the Seward Small Boat Harbor. 11. $2.496 million in the Highway Transportation Bill for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal erosion for the Lowell Point Road (the sole land access to critical infrastructure, state parks, and Kenai Peninsula Borough residential housing area). 12. $15 million in the Highway Transportation Bill for extending and improving the Alaska Railroad Freight Dock in Seward. 13. $250,000 for operating the Alaska strandings network and responding to marine mammal and seabird strandings and mortalities throughout Alaska. B. AUTHORIZATIONS AND BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION 1. Authorization language in the Water Resource Development Act that the $2.66 million local government cost share paid by the City of Seward to the Army Corps of Engineers satisfies the total cost share requirements for Phase 1 and Phase 2 Of the Seward Harbor Expansion Project (additional costs were incurred in a second phase of the project to correct a design deficiency by the Army Corps of Engineers). 2. 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 language directing the Secretary to conduct a study to determine whether an alterative method of flood diversion in Lowell Canyon is feasible. Feasibility shall be determined based on risk reduction rather than cost - benefit analysis. Federal cost share for the study shall be the same as the Federal share for the original project. 3. Authorization language in the Water Resources Development Act or in other appropriate legislation that the area created by the Seward Harbor Navigational Improvements Project, including the 3.5 acres of disposal area, in Seward, Alaska, (described by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as "BOD Disposal Area 1 ") is hereby declared to be nonnavigable waters of the United States for purposes of the navigation servitude. INTENT: This list of priorities focuses the efforts of Administration in lobbying efforts to obtain appropriations, grants, and legislation from the Federal Government to improve the City of Seward. To qualify for most appropriations and grants, the list of Federal priorities must be approved in a public process by the City Council. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures. ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X RECOMMENDATION: Council approve Resolution 2011 - ° ctil , approving the City of Seward's Calendar Year 2012 Federal Priorities. 1 r V ove ni b e r 2 011 November 2011 December 2011 SuMo TuWe Th Fr'Sa SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 910 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22'23 24'25 26 18'19 20 21 22 23 24 I 27 28 29 30 25 26 2728 29 30 31 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Oct 31 Nov 1 2, -____-------`, 3 4 5:30pm Spc CC Mtg l v- > 0 z M O 7 8 9 I10 11 11:30am Seward Comm I Veteran's Day; Office's �I > 0 Z ■ 15 16 17 18 / 7:00pm City Council M 1 6:30pm P &Z Work Ses 12:00pm PACAB Work S 9:00am Social Security i _- 6:30pm Historic Preser co > 0 z 21 22 23 24 25 Thanksgiving Office's Thanksgiving; Office's I Lo N N O z 2-8•• -- 29 30 Dec 1 2 �7:00pm City Council M N V , Q0 o co N > O z Nanci Richey 1 10/31/2011 4:28 PM December 2011 December 2011 SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa January 2012 SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 18 19 20 21 22 2324 15 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 Monday Tuesday Nov 28 29 Wednesday Thursday y Decl ©_- N v N O Z 9 7:30pm P &Z Meeting 11:30am Seward Comm rn u V v 14 111111111111111111 : 7:OOpm City Council M 16 LO N V v 0 20 ®--131111 12:00pm Christmas Eve; 12:OOpm PACAB Work S 9:OOam Social Security 12:00pm Christmas Eve; n 6:30pm Historic Preser rn u N 0 29 Christmas; Offices Clos 30 - 7:OOpm City Council M 0 C N N 0 Nanci Richey 1 10/31/2011 4:29 PM