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.. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -059
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ACCEPTING A DONATION OF THE REAL PROPERTY
DESCRIBED AS LOTS 34 AND 35, BLOCK 16, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE OF
SEWARD, ALASKA ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF,
FILED UNDER PLAT NO. S -1, IN THE SEWARD RECORDING DISTRICT,
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT, STATE OF ALASKA, FROM AMERI -CAN
CONSTRUCTION, LTD. LOCATED AT 328 FOURTH AVENUE
WHEREAS, Ameri -Can Construction, Ltd., an Alaskan Corporation, primarily owned by
members of the Woods family, is the owner of two (2) lots on Fourth Avenue in Seward adjacent to
the City's Fire Hall; and
WHEREAS, Mr. J. B. Woods was the President and Director and primary shareholder of the
Company and has since passed away; and
WHEREAS, his family members wish to donate this land to the City for the benefit of the
community; and
isom WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on the subject of acquiring the property through a
donation from Ameri -Can Construction, Ltd.; and
WHEREAS, the City is grateful to the Woods family for making such a generous gift to the
people of Seward and is willing to accept title to Lots 34 and 35, Block 16, of the Original Townsite
of Seward; and
WHEREAS, Mr. J. B. Woods is greatly remembered for his many years in Seward and his
many contributions to the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The City Manager is authorized to accept the Warranty Deed for Lots 34 and 35,
Block 16, Original Townsite of Seward, Alaska according to the official Plat thereof, filed under Plat
No. S -1, in the Seward Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska, in substantially
the form as presented at this meeting.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect thirty (30) days following adoption and posting.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -059
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13 day of
August, 2012.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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David Seawar o , ayor
AYES: Valdatta, Bardarson, Keil, Shafer, Casagranda, Terry, Seaward
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
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ity Clerk
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Council Agenda Statement
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Meeting Date: August 13, 2012 t 11
To: City Council
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From: Jim Hunt, City Manager
Agenda Item: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept a Warranty Deed for Donation of
Real Property from Ameri -Can Construction, Ltd.
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward has for many years been the home to J. B. and Questa Woods. The City
recognizes the many contributions that the Woods family has made to the City and surrounding
areas. Ameri -Can Construction, Ltd., an Alaska Corporation, owned by the Woods family, has
generously offered to donate two (2) real property lots totaling 0.14 acres located adjacent to the
City's Fire Hall property. At this time, the land is vacant and undeveloped. We are excited about the
opportunity to obtain such a generous donation of land in downtown Seward.
INTENT:
Authorize the City Manager to accept Warranty Deed for Lots 34 and 35 from Ameri -Can
Construction, Ltd.
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CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
2020 Comprehensive Plan:
1. 3.7.3.2 Plan to relocate and rebuild selected city facilities to improve x
compatibility with land uses and increase cost — effectiveness of services
2. Strategic Plan (document source here): x
Municipal Lands Management Plan (1995):
3. Donation/Gift: On occasion private individuals have donated land to the x
Cit , usuall for •ark •u •oses.
Seward City Code:
4. 7.05.120 The City Council may acquire or dispose of interest in real x
property by negotiation, public auction or sealed bid
FISCAL NOTE:
We anticipate the following costs to be borne by the City: Title Insurance and closing costs through
First American Title, $526.00 from the Community Development budget 101- 1150 -5390,
Contracted Services. Property taxes due, $693.46, from General Services Account 101- 1180 -5790.
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The real property is being donated to the City. By accepting title, the real property will be removed
from the property tax rolls because it will no longer be in private ownership. At the current appraised
value of $85,400 that tax amount is $266.45 annually.
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Approved by Finance Department: �'C�LG -J �a
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes X No
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council approve Resolution 2012- 0 5 , authorizing the City Manager to accept and
record the Warranty Deed for Lots 34 and 35, Block 16, Original Townsite of Seward, Alaska.
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