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January 13, 2014
City Council Chambers Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
1963 1965 2005 The City of Seward,Alaska
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
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January 13, 2014 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers
Jean Bardarson 1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Term Expires 2015 3. ROLL CALL
4. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE
Marianna Keil ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING [Those who
Council Member have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is
Term Expires 2014 limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this
agenda item.]
Vanta Shafer 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member [Approval of Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by
Term Expires 2015 asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately
unless a council member so requests. In the event of such a request,
Ristine Casagranda the item is returned to the Regular Agenda]
Council Member
Term Expires 2014 6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Christy Terry A. Proclamations and Awards -None
Council Member B. Borough Assembly Report
Term Expires 2015 C. City Manager's Report
D. City Attorney's Report
David Squires E. PACAB Annual Report
Council Member F. Other Reports and Presentations
Term Expires 2015
1. Wrap-up presentation on the Seward Community Library Museum
Dale Butts Project.
Council Member
Term Expires 2014 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS -None
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None
James Hunt
City Manager
Johanna Kinney
City Clerk
Cheryl Brooking
City Attorney
City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda
January 13, 2014 Page 1
9. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolutions
*1. Resolution 2014-001, Adopting An Alternative Allocation Method For The FY2014
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program, And Certifying That This Allocation Method Fairly
Represents The Distribution Of Significant Effects Of Fisheries Business Activity In The Cook
Inlet Fisheries Management Area Pg. 4
*2. Resolution 2014-002, Supporting The Top Transportation Priorities Established By
The Local Transportation Committee, For The Purpose Of Pursuing State And Federal
Transportation Project Funding . Pg, 8
*3. Resolution 2014-003, Accepting A Rasmuson Tier I Matching Grant #7382, In The
Amount Of$20,000 Towards Completion Of The Seward Mariner's Memorial Project.....Pg. 12
*4. Resolution 2014-004, Expressing Strong Support For Governor Parnell's Proposal
To Appropriate $3 Billion From The Constitutional Budget Reserve Directly Into The Alaska
Retirement Trust Funds In 2015 Pg. 20
*5. Resolution 2014-005, Authorizing The Creation Of A New Accounting Fund Of The
City For The Purpose Of Separately Accounting For Financial Activities Associated With The
Seward Community Health Center, Which Flow Through The City Of Seward Pg. 24
*6. Resolution 2014-006, Amending The Participation Agreement With The Public
Employees Retirement System (PERS), To Exclude Seward Community Health Center
Employees From Participation Pg. 26 '410
*7. Resolution 2014-007, Defining The Scope Of Work And Supporting The Road
Priority List That Is To Be Funded Using The Statewide Transportation Improvement And
Federal Earmark Monies Administered Through Alaska Department Of Transportation And
Public Safety Pg. 28
8. Resolution 2014-008, Compensating Metco Inc. $79,046.47 For Emergency Debris
Removal And Disposal During The October 2013 Flood At Lowell Creek Outfall And
Appropriating Funds .Pg. 50
9. Resolution 2014-009, Authorizing The Waiver Of Competitive Procurement
Requirements And The Purchase Of Automated Pay Stations To Collect Daily Camping Fees, In
An Amount Not To Exceed $96,524.21 .,.Pg. 58
10. Resolution 2014-010, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Contract With
Harmon Construction Inc. For Sidewalk Improvements In The Amount Of $86,92450 And
Appropriating Funds Pg. 64
11. Resolution 2014-011, Authorizing The City Manager To Purchase A Dodge Truck
From Lithia Dodge Of Anchorage, Waiving Competitive Procurement Requirements, For A
Cash Amount After Trade-In Consideration Of The Subaru Forester Not To Exceed $30,000, As
Budgeted Pg. 76
City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda
January 13, 2014 Page 2
B. Other New Business Items
*1. Approval of the November 12, 2013 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes, the
December 9, 2013 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes, and the December 16, 2013 City
Council Special Meeting Minutes Pg. 84
*2. Continue the Port and Commerce Advisory Board for 2014 ....Pg. 113
3. Mayor appoint a member of the Council to receive the completed evaluation forms
and tabulate the results prior to the formal evaluation sessions for the City Manager, City Clerk,
and City Attorney .Pg. 114
10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No Action Required)
A. Certificate of Congratulations awarded to retired Seward City Clerk Jean Lewis on
earning the prestigious designation of Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) from the International
Institute of Municipal Clerks.. ..Pg. 115
B. Providence Seward Family Care Clinic Closure Frequently Asked Questions...Pg. 117
11. COUNCIL COMMENTS
12. CITIZEN COMMENTS
13. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZEN COMMENTS
14. ADJOURNMENT
City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda
January 13, 2014 Page 3
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ADOPTING AN ALTERNATIVE ALLOCATION METHOD
FOR THE FY2014 SHARED FISHERIES BUSINESS TAX PROGRAM,
AND CERTIFYING THAT THIS ALLOCATION METHOD FAIRLY
REPRESENTS THE DISTRIBUTION OF SIGNIFICANT EFFECTS OF
FISHERIES BUSINESS ACTIVITY IN THE COOK INLET FISHERIES
MANAGEMENT AREA
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska requires that for a municipality to participate in the
FY2014 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program ("Program"), the municipality must demonstrate
to the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development that the municipality
experienced significant effects during calendar year 2012 from fisheries business activities; and
WHEREAS, the Program provides for the allocation of available program funding to
eligible municipalities located within fisheries management areas specified by the Department of
Commerce, Community, and Economic Development; and
WHEREAS, the Program provides for the use, at the discretion of the Department of
Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, of alternative allocation methods which
may be used within fisheries management areas if all eligible municipalities within the area agree
to use this method, and the method incorporates some measure of the relative significant effect of
fisheries business activity on the respective municipalities in the area; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska proposes to use an
alternative allocation method for allocating the approximately $57,903 in FY2014 funding
available within the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area, in agreement with all other
municipalities in the area participating in the FY2014 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA, that:
Section 1. By this resolution the Council certifies that the City of Seward did experience
significant effects during calendar year 2012 from fisheries business activities that occurred
within the Cook Inlet fisheries management area, and seeks to apply for funding under the
FY2014 Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program.
Section 2. All eligible communities in the Cook Inlet fisheries management area will
receive fifty percent (50%) divided equally and fifty percent (50%) divided on a per capita basis.
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-001
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th
day of January, 2014.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Jean Bardarson,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
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Agenda Item: 2014 Shared Fisheries Business Tax and Landing Tax Program
BACKGROUND&JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward is required to apply to the State of Alaska Department of Community and Economic
Development (DCED) each year, to qualify for funding under the State's Shared Fisheries Business Tax
Program and the State Landing Tax Allocation. The purpose of the program is to provide for a sharing
of state fish tax collected outside municipal boundaries, with municipalities that have been affected by
fishing industry activities.
This is the 21st year of this program, and municipalities across the state will share tax revenues from
2012 fisheries activity as reported by fish processors on their fish tax returns. The law that created this
program requires that funding be allocated first to fisheries management areas across the state based on
the level of fish processed in each area, compared to the total fish processed for the whole state. Then,
funding is allocated among the municipalities located within each fisheries management area, based on
the relative level of impacts experienced by each municipality.
Seward is located in the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area, which includes Anchorage, Homer,
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Kachemak, Seldovia, Soldotna, and Seward. The State's FY2014
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program allocation to be shared within this area is approximately
$57,903, down $2,803 from the prior year, and approximately $25,000 down over the past two years.
The Landing Tax Allocation to be shared within this area is approximately$4,642.75.
In fisheries management areas where the program allocation is greater than $4,000 multiplied by the
number of municipalities in the area, program regulations provide for a "long-form" application. In the
Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area, the threshold value is $32,000 (8 municipalities x $4,000). The
final deadline for submitting application for the FY2014 Shared Fisheries Business Tax and Landing Tax
Program is February 15, 2014.
The long-form application provides for a "standard" and an "alternative" method of funding allocation.
The City of Seward will file under the alternative method.
Standard Method: Under this method, each municipality must determine and document the cost of
fisheries business impacts experienced by the community in 2012. Once the impacts have been
established for each of the municipalities, the DCED will calculate the allocation for each municipality
using the following formula:
One-half of the available funding is divided among participating municipalities on the
basis of the relative dollar amount of impact in each community. The other half of the
available funding is divided among municipalities based on the relative dollar amount of
impact per capita in each community.
COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
FY2014 Shared Fisheries Business Tax and Landing Tax Program
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Alternative Method: Alternative allocation methods may be proposed by the municipalities within the
area. DCED will consider approving the use of a proposed alternative method only if all the
municipalities in the area agree to use the method, and if the method includes some measure of the
relative effects of the fishing industry on the respective municipalities in the area.
The short-form method allocates the available funds by sharing 50% of the funds equally among the
participating municipalities, and allocating the remaining 50% on a per-capita basis. The information
required by the long-form application would be difficult and time-consuming to obtain. Therefore, it is
proposed that municipalities in our area use the alternative method and that we further agree that the
allocation method be the same method used in the short form allocation. Given the small amount of
additional funding that the City might gain by utilizing the standard method, compared to the additional
time required to complete the application, it is our recommendation that the city of Seward agree to use
the alternative method and agree that 50% of the funds will be allocated equally among the participating
municipalities, and the remaining 50% allocated on a per-capita basis. This will be the fourteenth
consecutive year of using this method.
INTENT:
The intent of this action is to authorize the City to participate in the Alternative Method of computing
Shared Fisheries Business Tax.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
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1. Comprehensive Plan(document source here): X
2. Strategic Plan(document source here): X
3. Other(list): X
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes X No
FISCAL NOTE:
Using this same allocation method, Seward expects to receive approximately $3,831.17 in shared
fisheries business tax proceeds, and $307.19 in landing tax proceeds, in 2014. This is slightly lower than
the previous year. The City's overall expected collections are $3,831.17 of the total available $57,903 in
Shared Fisheries Business Tax Allocat.in,a d$307.19 of the total $4,642.75 in Landing Tax Allocation.
Approved by Finance Department: Air,
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve Resolution 2014- adopting an alternative method for the FY2014 Shared Fisheries
Business Tax Program, and certifying that this allocation method fairly represents the distribution of
significant effects of fisheries business activity in the Cook Inlet Fisheries Management Area and
authorize the city manager to apply for funds from the Shared Fisheries Business Tax Program.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-002
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE TOP TRANSPORTATION PRIORITIES
ESTABLISHED BY THE LOCAL TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURSUING STATE AND FEDERAL
TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FUNDING
WHEREAS, people with special transportation needs have the right to mobility.
Individuals with limited income and people with disabilities rely heavily, sometimes exclusively,
on public and specialized transportation services to live independent and fulfilling lives. These
services are essential for travel to work and medical appointments, to run essential errands, or
simply to take advantage of social or cultural opportunities; and
WHEREAS, under the SAFETEA-LU program, projects funded through three Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) human services transportation programs must be derived from a
"locally developed, coordinated public transit-human services transportation plan", including:
Elderly and persons with Disabilities (Section 5310), Job Access and Reverse Commute (JARC,
Section 5316), and New Freedom (Section 5317). The Alaska Department of Transportation and
Public Facilities also includes funds from the Alaska Mental Health Trust in the application
process; and
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WHEREAS, the JARC program provides capital and operating funds for services to
improve access to jobs for low income persons; and
WHEREAS, the New Freedom program provides capital and operating funds for transit
and para- transit services and improvements for persons with disabilities, which are new and go
beyond those required by the American with Disabilities Act; and
WHEREAS, the Elderly and persons with Disabilities program provides capital
assistance funding to provide transit and purchase of services to private nonprofit agencies,
federally recognized tribes, and to qualifying local public bodies that provide specialized
transportation services to elderly persons and to persons with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Mental Health Trust provides grants to private non-profit
agencies, federally recognized tribes, and to qualifying local public bodies that serve community
transit needs of trust beneficiaries, namely Alaskans who experience mental illness;
developmental disabilities; chronic alcoholism with psychosis; or Alzheimer's disease and
related dementia through funding for purchase of services, capital and coordinated transportation
system planning; and
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-002
WHEREAS, in order to meet the requirements for federal funding, a local transportation
committee was formed a number of years ago, with representation from public, private and
nonprofit transportation providers and human service agencies, including the State of Alaska,
Sea View Community Services, Seward Independent Living Center, First Student, the City of
Seward, CARTS, the Seward Senior Center, and others. The purpose of this group is to identify
and prioritize transportation needs in the community to maximize the use of federal funds, as
required by the grant programs. Most recently, this group met on December 17, 2013 for the
purpose of developing a funding request priority list, with the recommended priorities as follows:
1) Independent Living Center request for funds to purchase transportation services for the ILC
Voucher Program which will purchase rides from participating local cab companies, and 2)
Seward Senior Center requests funds to purchase an accessible passenger vehicle that will be
used in the coordinated system. The requesting agencies will be responsible for providing the
required match as outlined in the application; and
WHEREAS, the local committee reviewed and recommended through consensus, the
above Project List of priorities to be submitted to the State of Alaska Department of
Transportation and Public Facilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD:
Section 1. That the Seward City Council supports the following priorities as identified by
‘hir the local transportation committee, for the purposes of pursuing state and federal grant funding
opportunities: 1) Independent Living Center request for funds to purchase transportation
services for the ILC Voucher Program which will purchase rides from participating local cab
companies, and 2) Seward Senior Center requests funds to purchase an accessible passenger
vehicle that will be used in the coordinated system.
Section 2. This resolution takes effect immediately upon its adoption.
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PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13 1h day of
January, 2014.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
Agenda Statement
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Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager
From: Karin Sturdy, Director of Parks & Recreation
Agenda Item: Approval of Seward Community Coordinated Transportation Plan
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
In order to ensure the most effective use of federal funds administered through the Federal Transit
Administration(FTA),the program requires that a local transportation committee be established for
the purpose of vetting projects and to ensure that the projects meet the highest and best use for the
community as it relates to limited transportation-related grant funding. The FTA and other granting
agencies specifically require that the local government approve the priority list in order to qualify for
funding.
A number of years ago, a transportation group was established in Seward to coordinate local
transportation needs. Over time the group has adopted a transportation plan, and the group meets
periodically to establish priorities to meet various grant opportunities. The group includes
representatives from various organizations in the community,including the State of Alaska,SeaView
Community Services,CARTS,Seward Independent Living Center,First Student,the City of Seward,
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the Seward Senior Center, and others which provide transportation services to people with special
transportation needs. Local taxi cab companies have also been invited to participate in numerous
meetings. The intent of the group is to coordinate efforts so that all of Seward's transportation needs
can be met.
Most recently, this group met on Tuesday, December 17th, 2013 for the purpose of developing a
funding request priority list, with the recommended priorities as follows: 1) Independent Living
Center request for funds to purchase transportation services for the ILC Voucher Program which will
purchase rides from participating local cab companies, and 2)Seward Senior Center requests funds
to purchase an accessible passenger vehicle that will be used in the coordinated system. The
requesting agencies will be responsible for providing the required match as outlined in the
application.
The local committee reviewed and recommended through consensus, the above Project List of
priorities to be submitted to the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities.
In order to be considered eligible for funding these grant applications require that the local
government support the priorities as established by the transportation committee.
INTENT:
To obtain City Council approval of two transportation priorities for submission to State of Alaska
DOT's transportation grant program.
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CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1 Comprehensive Plan (document source here) 3.4.1.1 Provide safe and
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efficient transportation facilities that meet needs of the community.
2. Strategic Plan (document source here):Pages 3, 4 & 16 X
3. Other(list): Seward Transportation Plan X
FISCAL NOTE:
This action has no financial impact on the City of Seward. Successful grant funding however, will
benefit local non-profit organizations which provide transportation services to local residents with
specialized transportation needs.
Approved by Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION: Seward City Council support the transportation priorities identified by the
transportation committee, for the purposes of seeking grant funding through the State of Alaska
DOT.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-003
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ACCEPTING A RASMUSON TIER I MATCHING GRANT
#7382, IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,000 TOWARDS COMPLETION OF
THE SEWARD MARINER'S MEMORIAL PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Seward Mariner's Memorial Project has raised funds in the community
through partnerships with business and not for profit organizations since 2008; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Mariner's Memorial is being constructed on property belonging
to the City of Seward, in cooperation with the City and will become City property with continued
committee oversight; and
WHEREAS, in June of 2013 the Seward Mariner's Memorial Project was awarded a
Rasmuson Foundation Tier I Grant for $20,000 in 1:1 matching funds towards phase II
construction; and
WHEREAS, the grant terms state Rasmuson foundation will match each dollar of new
funds received for the project between June 1, 2013 and May, 30, 2014, the grant performance
end date; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward will not provide any funding for this project, but will
pass through the granted funds to the Seward Mariner's Memorial Project, and will serve as the
pass-through entity responsible for filing grant reports with the Rasmuson Foundation.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Manager is authorized to sign the grant agreement for, and manage
the Rasmuson Foundation Tier I Grant #7382 accepting $20,000 in 1:1 matching funds for the
construction of the Seward Mariner's Memorial.
Section 2. Funds in the amount of$20,000 are hereby appropriated from grant revenues
account no. 890-8900-4680-0900 to pass through account no. 890-8900-5998, for the purposes of
paying for grant-related expenditures as authorized by the Seward Mariner's Memorial Project.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
Council Agenda Statement
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Agenda Item: Seward Mariner's Memorial Tier 1 $20,000 Rasmuson Grant
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward Mariner's Memorial Committee, has been working to raise funds to build a
Mariner's Memorial on the south harbor uplands since 2008. The City has dedicated land for this
project and local fisherman's groups, businesses and other not for profit organizations have
worked together to move this project toward completion. A 13 member volunteer committee has
worked to raise funds and oversee construction of the memorial. The lighthouse and compass
rose portions of the structure were completed in 2012 and 2013.
Planned additions in 2014 include: installation of a ship's bell, wave wall, and landscaping with
benches. This phase will involve Seward's artisans to help add informative murals, artistic
enhancements and the statue of a woman looking out to sea on the upper floor depicting the
"widow's walk" theme from historic ports. A section of the memorial site will be dedicated to
victims of the 1964 earthquake and other historic maritime events that have occurred in the area.
The parties have agreed that the facility will then be owned by the City and maintained and
operated as a memorial by the Committee, to oversee placement of plaques and staging events.
The projects committee applied for and has been awarded a Tier I Rasmuson Foundation
4kor Matching Grant in an amount of $20,000 to fund phase 2 (compass rose) of this project. This
grant requires matching funds which will be will be raised by the Mariners Memorial Group. The
grant itself was applied for in cooperation with the City as the owner, being the pass-through
agent. The grant performance period will end on May 30, 2014.
INTENT: This resolution requests that Council accept Rasmuson Tier I grant #7382, a 1:1
matching grant for $20,000 as a pass-through grant to the Seward Mariner's Memorial
Committee.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1 Comprehensive Plan (document source here): "Continued development
. X
of Waterfront Park" Page 8
Strategic Plan (document source here): Page 3, "support and develop
2. X
an appreciation of local history culture and sense of community."
3. Other(list): X
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No )4
FISCAL NOTE:, There are no direct costs to the City associated with this resolution. The
$20,000 awarded by Rasmuson will be matched by the funds committed to the project by the
Seward Mariner's Memorial Project.
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Council approve Resolution 2014- accepting Rasmuson Grant#7382 on behalf of the Seward
Mariner's Memorial Project.
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Grantee: City of Seward
Total Award Amount $20,000,00
Project Title: Seward Mariner's Memorial project.
Date Awarded 6/1/2013
Grant Number 7382
Grant Type: Tier 1
Award Detail and Conditions: 1:1 challenge grant up to$20,000 to support Phase 2 of the
Seward Mariner's Memorial p 'eot. Rasmuson Foundation will
match one dollar for every dollar raised in cash for the p 'ac1
between 6/1/13 - 5/31/14, up to$20,000. The City of Seward will
not be eligible to apply for a grant for Phase 3 of this project.
Program Officer: GharitvSommer
By signing this document, the grantee agrees to accept any and all conditions of this grant award
and to comply with the requirements of Rasmuson Foundation. Please provide a signature from an
official who is authorized to sign contracts on behalf of the organization (for example, the
Executive Director or Chair of the Board of Directors; the Mayor or City Manager; IRA Council
President or Tribal Administrator; or Chancellor, Dean or Director.
City of Seward
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(Please sign this Agreement, initial each page where indicated, and return it to the Foundation by
the date indicated in the award letter. Retain a copy for your records.)
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Rasmuson Foundation Grant Award and Conditions
114110. Grant Number
The Grant Number for this award is 7382. Please refer to this number in all correspondence
related to this award.
Grant Payments
Outright Portion
By signing this agreement you acknowledge receipt of payment in full for the outright
portion of this grant.
Challenge Portion
A grant with a challenge component will be paid only when those conditions have been
met. The form titled Certification of Meeting Grant Conditions is to be used to explain how
the challenge condition has been met. Challenges must be met by the grant end date.
Grant payments for challenges require receipt of a Payment Request form from the
grantee a minimum of 30 days prior to payment.
Approved payment requests from all grantees are batched and processed once a month;
checks are mailed at the end of the month.
Expenditure of Funds
This grant is made based upon a specific proposal that contains a project description. It is
expected that the entire amount of this grant will be applied to the described project and not used
for any other purposes. If, at the end of the grant period, unspent funds remain, the balance of the
grant funds must be returned to the Foundation.
Grant Duration
As agreed during the grant proposal review process, the project has the following begin and end
dates:
Project begin date: 6/1/2013
Project end date: 5/31/2014
Reporting Requirements
A final report is due within 30 days after the grant end date. In reporting, the grantee should
describe the status of the project, and explain the project impact on the grantee organization.
Extension
Extensions are not encouraged for small grants. Should you be unable to complete your project by
the grant end date, you should contact your Program Officer prior to the grant end date.
City of Seward
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Budget Reallocation or Project Revision
Requests to substantially revise the scope of an award for activities not originally proposed, or ■ind
inconsistent with the award's intent, are not permitted.
Unspent Funds
It is the policy of the Foundation that unspent funds are returned with the final report.
Certification of IRS Status
By signing this document, the grantee certifies that it is a tax-exempt agency under Section 501 (c)
(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is classified as not a private foundation under Section 509
(a) (1) or 509 (a) (2) of the Code or, a unit of government, or an officially recognized tribal
organization.
If the organization is required to file form 990 or any version thereof,the grantee certifies
that these have been filed for the last three tax years (the most recent tax year may be on
an unexpired extension).
Any change in IRS tax-exempt status must be promptly reported to the Foundation.
Change in Key Personnel or Contact Information
Please notify your Program Officer if the official who signs this document leaves office or changes,
or with any other contact information change. This allows the Foundation to keep you apprised of
new opportunities and changes.
Termination of Award
Failure to fulfill the terms of this agreement may result in termination of the grant. If the grant is
terminated, the Foundation may ask for return of grant funds. Also, the organization may be
ineligible to apply for future funding from the Rasmuson Foundation. Niagio#
Forms
The Final report mentioned in this document is available on the Foundation's web site at
www.rasmuson.orq under"resources/forms/reporting and payment request forms."
If you have questions, please call or email:
Program Officer: Shanty Sommer
Phone: (907) 297-2876
Email: ssommer@rasmuson.org
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-004
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, EXPRESSING STRONG SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR
PARNELL'S PROPOSAL TO APPROPRIATE $3 BILLION FROM THE
CONSTITUTIONAL BUDGET RESERVE DIRECTLY INTO THE
ALASKA RETIREMENT TRUST FUNDS IN 2015
WHEREAS, the combined unfunded liability of Alaska's Public Employee's Retirement
System (PERS) and Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) is $11.8 Billion at June 30, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the funded ratio of PERS is 61.3% and TRS is 52.1% at June 30, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the Governor has identified the State's unfunded pension liability as
Alaska's biggest budget driver, with annual State Assistance payments expected to exceed $1
Billion per year without a substantial cash infusion directly into the retirement trust funds; and
WHEREAS, State Assistance payments on behalf of municipalities provide significant
rate relief to local taxpayers, provide budget predictability, affordability, and stability to local
governments, and are crucial to the financial health of Alaska's municipalities and school
districts; and
WHEREAS, Governor Parnell's plan is in the best interests of the retirement systems,
the State of Alaska and its municipalities by honoring Alaska's constitutional obligations,
reducing annual state assistance contributions to a more predictable and sustainable $500 Million
per year, increasing the funded status of the PERS and TRS by 10%, honoring the State's
previous commitment to pay employer contribution rates in excess of 22%, allowing for future
interest earnings to offset future contribution requirements, reducing pressure on future State and
local government budgets, strengthening the credit rating of the State of Alaska and its
municipalities, increasing future flexibility at a time when oil production is anticipated to
decline, and solving the problem now when reserves are available rather than passing the
problem to future generations of Alaskans.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-004
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Section 1. The City Council of the City of Seward expresses strong support for Governor
Parnell's proposed transfer of$3 Billion from the State's Constitutional Budget Reserve directly
into the retirement trust funds.
Section 2. The City Council expresses concern for any proposal to place the proposed $3
Billion into a Reserve Fund rather than directly into the retirement trust funds. The purpose of a
Reserve Fund is to provide future flexibility to allow monies to be used for purposes other than
the provision of pension benefits. The existence of the Reserve Fund gives a potentially false
assurance that funded levels of the retirement trust funds are adequate to pay pension benefits,
thereby reducing required employer contributions into the system. Future tapping of the Reserve
Fund however, would significantly exacerbate the unfunded liability at a time when Alaska has
diminished flexibility to address the problem due to lower oil production and likely lower
reserves.
Section 3. The City Council further expresses strong support for the Governor's proposal
to continue to provide $500 Million per year in State Assistance payments on behalf of
municipalities and school districts. State Assistance payments should not be further diminished.
Any further reduction in State Assistance necessarily extends the amortization of the unfunded
liability resulting in local governments and school districts having to pay the 22% (PERS) and
12.56% (IRS) employer contribution rate for many more years than they otherwise would, and
significantly shifting costs from the State to its municipalities.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th
day of January, 2014.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT f'4°c stlt•
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From: James Hunt, City Manager
Agenda Item: Support for Governor Parnell's proposal to appropriate $3 Billion directly
into Alaska retirement trust funds
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward is a participant in the public employee's retirement system (PERS) managed
by the State of Alaska. The combined unfunded liability of the PERS and the Teacher's
Retirement System (hereinafter jointly referred to as the "System") is $11.8 Billion at June 30,
2012. The funding ratio of the PERS system is 61.3% and the TRS system is 52.1%, at June 30,
2012.
Alaska Statute currently requires that the State of Alaska pay not only its contributions as an
employer to the PERS retirement system, but also the amount by which the employer
contribution rate exceeds 22%. This amount is known as "State Assistance", and is paid on
behalf of other employers in the system (including the City of Seward), in an effort to reduce the
impact of growing retirement system contributions on local governments and local taxpayers, and
to provide budget predictability, affordability, and stability. Nod
From 2009 through the first half of 2013, the State of Alaska contributed $2,215,820 into the
Public Employee's Retirement System on behalf of the City of Seward.
Governor Sean Parnell has proposed in his 2015 budget, a $3 billion transfer from the
Constitutional Budget Reserve directly into the Alaska Retirement Trust Funds. The Governor's
proposal also proposes to cap the State Assistance payments going forward, at $500 million per
year. This will provide needed rate relief to the State budget in a time of diminishing oil
production, will honor the State's previous commitment to assist local governments, will
increase the funded ratio of the PERS and TRS by approximately 10% immediately, and is
expected to strengthen the State's credit rating. The additional interest earnings from the $3
billion will result in lower required State contributions into the retirement system in the future.
One significant potential risk associated with this proposal is if the legislature decides to move
the $3 billion contribution not directly into the retirement systems, but into a reserve fund. The
reserve fund concept is intended to provide added flexibility to the State in the future; should the
State need the monies for a different purpose, the legislature can tap the reserve for purposes
other than funding retirement system pensions and benefits. This is a significant risk to the
solvency of the retirement system because it gives a false assurance that there will be sufficient
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future funding in the systems to pay pension benefits, thereby reducing current contribution
levels and potentially requiring significant injections into the system in the future, when the State
is unlikely to be in a position to afford them. Therefore, the City should be vigilant in its
opposition to any proposal to place the $3 billion into a reserve fund rather than directly into the
retirement system.
Further, it is important to note that this proposal will result in higher costs to local governments,
including the City of Seward, when compared with the status quo. Under the status quo, the
System is expected to be fully funded by 2031, meaning that after that time, the City will no
longer be required to pay 22% of covered payroll into the retirement system; rather, it will pay
only the normal cost (estimated at around 6%). Under Governor Parnell's proposal, the City will
be required to contribute the 22% rate into the retirement system until 2036 (an additional five
years, at an approximate additional cost to the City of$3.9 million). This proposal also assumes
that current actuarial assumptions regarding investment earnings assumption, benefit levels, etc.
are accurate, and to the extent that they are inaccurate and result in increased unfunded liability,
the City's costs will be even higher. The trade-off here is that the status quo is unsustainable to
the State of Alaska and its operating budget. Without some type of plan to reduce the State's
annual State Assistance payments on behalf of local governments, we run the risk of further State
cuts to local governments such as State Revenue Sharing, grant funding for capital and
infrastructure, an increase in the required employer contribution rate above 22%, etc.
Nor CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan(document source here): X
2. Strategic Plan(document source here): X
3. Other(list): X
FISCAL NOTE:
Support for the Governor's proposal is expected to cost the City of Seward at least $3.9 million
in added contributions toward the PERS unfunded liability, as the amortization period for the
liability is extended by five additional years. To the extent that additional unfunded liability is
created (actuarial assumptions are wrong and create additional liability), the City's costs will be
even higher.
Approved by Finance Department Y.44:21 )
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION: 26 14 - 004
Council approve Resolution Mil- expressing strong support for Governor Parnell's
proposal to appropriate $3 billion from the Constitutional Budget Reserve directly into the
Alaska Retirement Trust funds in 2015.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-005
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CREATION OF A NEW ACCOUNTING
FUND OF THE CITY FOR THE PURPOSE OF SEPARATELY
ACCOUNTING FOR FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH
THE SEWARD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, WHICH FLOW
THROUGH THE CITY OF SEWARD
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council approved Resolution 2010-109 on November 8,
2010 directing the City Manager to submit an application for federal funding to establish a
Federally Qualified Health Center in Seward; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved Ordinance 2010-008 on December 13, 2010,
establishing a Board of Directors of the Seward Community Health Center; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved Ordinance 2013-013 on December 16, 2013,
amending Titles 2 and 3 of the Seward City Code for the purpose of authorizing the board of
directors of the Seward Community Health Center, an independent non-profit entity, to operate a
community health center in Seward; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward and the Seward Community Health Center are co-
applicants for the purpose of receiving federal grant funds for federally qualified health centers
under Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. §254b) and the City is charged
with ensuring that funding under this program is spent in accordance with federal requirements,
and as such, desires to establish a legally separate Fund of the City for purposes of tracking all
revenues, expenditures, and financial activity associated with the Seward Community Health
Center which flow through the City of Seward.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The Seward City Council hereby authorizes creation of the Seward
Community Health Center Fund no. 803, for the purposes of accounting for all financial activity
associated with the flow of funds from the City to the Seward Community Health Center, either
as pass-through grants or from City or other sources.
Section 2. The creation of this Fund is retroactive to December, 2013.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 Sek►
Through: James Hunt, City Manager :�—,
From: Kristin Erchinger,Finance Director ; ' '4P
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Agenda Item: Creation of new Fund to account for financial activities of Seward Community Health Center
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward utilizes separate accounting Funds in order to segregate financial activities of different types of
entities and/or funding sources within the City of Seward's financial accounting system. The City of Seward and the
Seward Community Health Center, a legally separate 501(C)(3) corporation, are co-applicants for purposes of
obtaining federal grant funds to support a Federally Qualified Health Center in accordance with Section 330 of the
Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. §254b). This partnership requires that the City of Seward serve as the pass-
through entity for federal funds utilized for the FQHC.
The administration desires to establish a new enterprise fund to segregate accounting transactions, to ensure that all
activities associated with the Seward CHC which flow through the City of Seward's financial records, are easily
tracked and reported to granting agencies and independent auditors. Creation of Fund 803, Seward Community
Health Center, will serve that purpose. Should the auditors determine that a fund-type other than enterprise fund is
more suitable,the Fund type is subject to change.
INTENT:
The intent of this action is to obtain authorization to create a new enterprise fund of the City, effective December
2013, to segregate financial activities associated with the Seward Community Health Center, from activities
associated with the City of Seward.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan(document source here): X
2. Strategic Plan(document source here): X
3. Other(list): X
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes X No
FISCAL NOTE:
This action will have no financial impact on the City. It will however, allow for segregation and proper accounting
for financial transactions associated with activities of the Seward Community Health Center, which flow through the
books of the City of Seward.
Approved by Finance Department: Y-4,7: 3,-ttrA1,47.3
RECOMMENDATION: 005
Council approve Resolution 2014- authorizing creation of a new Fund of the City retroactive to December 31, 2013.
Sponsored by: Hunt
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-006
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA,AMENDING THE PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT WITH THE
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (PERS), TO EXCLUDE
SEWARD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER EMPLOYEES FROM
PARTICIPATION
WHEREAS,the City of Seward("City")and the State of Alaska entered into an agreement
("Agreement")relating to participation by the City in the Public Employees' Retirement System of
Alaska("PERS"),beginning January 1, 1979; and
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council has amended the Agreement nine times since the
original agreement was approved, for the purpose of including or excluding specific classes of
employees from participation in PERS; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward adopted Ordinance 2013-013 on December 16, 2013,
agreeing to become the employer of record for employees of the newly formed Seward Community
Health Center for a limited period of time and under the specific condition that those employees not
become members of the Public Employees Retirement System. There are currently no employees of
the Seward Community Health Center, but future such employees will be subject to the personnel
policies and procedures of the stand-alone 501(c)(3)entity, Seward Community Health Center;and
WHEREAS, an amendment to the PERS Agreement requires a Resolution by Council,
requesting specific modifications to the Agreement, and this Resolution represents the tenth
Amendment to the Agreement.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Seward(182)hereby excludes employees of the
Seward Community Health Center from participation in the Public Employees'Retirement System.
Section 2. The City Manager of the City of Seward is authorized and directed to take any
and all steps necessary to execute Participation Agreement Amendment No. 10 between the City of
Seward and the State of Alaska, Department of Administration.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th
day of January, 2014.
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT 'ft,
Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 a: •;'�
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From: James Hunt, City Manager
Agenda Item: Amendment No. 10 to PERS Participation Agreement
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward has been a participant in the public employee's retirement system (PERS)
managed by the State of Alaska, since January 1, 1979, and the City's participation in PERS is
governed by the Participation Agreement ("Agreement"). This agreement has been previously
amended nine times for the purpose of including or excluding specific classes of employees from
participation in PERS.
The City of Seward adopted Ordinance 2013-013 on December 16, 2013, agreeing to become the
employer of record for employees of the newly formed Seward Community Health Center
("SCHC") for a limited period of time and under the specific condition that employees of SCHC
not be eligible to participate in PERS. Therefore, the PERS Agreement must be amended to
explicitly exclude employees of the SCHC from participation. This will be the tenth amendment
to the Agreement.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan(document source here): X
2. Strategic Plan(document source here): X
3. Other(list): X
FISCAL NOTE:
There will be no cost to the City of Seward associated with excluding the employees of the
Seward Community Health Center from PERS. However, there are expected to be cost savings
to the SCHC from not having to contribute 22% of covered payroll toward the public employee's
retirement system. The SCHC will likely provide retirement benefits to some of its employees,
and the costs are expected to be significantly lower than 22% of covered payroll.
Approved by Finance Department :X1/
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve Resolution 2014- ow amending the Participation Agreement with the Public
Employees Retirement System, to exclude Seward Community Health Center Employees from
participation.
Sponsored by: Hunt
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Neal
RESOLUTION 2014-007
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, DEFINING THE SCOPE OF WORK AND SUPPORTING THE
ROAD PRIORITY LIST THAT IS TO BE FUNDED USING THE
STATEWIDE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT AND FEDERAL
EARMARK MONIES ADMINISTERED THROUGH ALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC SAFETY
WHEREAS, the City of Seward currently has an earmark with the Alaska Department of
Transportation in the amount of$2,700,000, requiring a match of$300,000 from the City; and
WHEREAS,an original draft list of priorities was presented to the City Council on March 8,
2010 and approved by council on July 26,2010 to come up with a defined priority list for expending
the available funding; and
WHEREAS,action was not taken at that time and the monies were reallocated,requiring the
City of Seward to submit a new priority list for 2014; and
WHEREAS, the 2010 priority list has been updated and a draft list of road improvement
projects by priority is attached; and
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WHEREAS,in order to receive these funds,the City must provide a defined scope of work
and list the roads to be repaired; and
WHEREAS,the attached road improvement projects by priority defines the City's wishes to
expend the federal grant monies.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1. The City of Seward, City Council adopts the road improvement priorities, as
substantially presented at this meeting, to be funded using the Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program, Federal Earmark and City of Seward monies.
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 13th
day of January, 2014.
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: January 13, 2014
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Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager
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Agenda Item: Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward has been asked by the State of Alaska Department of Transportation to list and
prioritize road improvements,without the addition of sidewalk work.The road priority list and scope
of work is attached for Council approval. This earmark grants the City of Seward $2,700,000 in
funding for road, improvements and will require a$300,000 match from the City.
The City Council has met to discuss public feedback and this priority list since its original approval
in 2010. To secure these funds the City of Seward, City Council must adopt a final road priority list
to submit to ADOT&PF.
INTENT: The City of Seward, City Council adopts the road priorities as attached that are to be
funded using the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and Federal Earmark monies. The
adopted list will be forwarded to ADOT&PF in order to secure an earmark for road repair and
improvement. After ADOT&PF receives the adopted list, they will assign costs to the associated
work and further work with the City to determine a feasible project and timeline.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan: section 3.4.1 Roads and 3,4.4 Transportation
1. X
systems.
2 Strategic Plan: page 16 "Provide Safe and Efficient Vehicular
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Transportation Facilities That Meet the Needs of the Community"
3. Other (list):
FISCAL NOTE: The available earmark requires a match of approximately $300,000.
Administration expects to come back to the City Council with a request to appropriate this amount
from the General Fund's fund balance account, at the time a contract is forwarded to Council for
approval.
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ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION: 20 14 - 001
Council approves Resolution 4Er11"-- adopting the road priorities as attached that are to be funded
using the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and Federal Earmark monies.
Seward 2013 Road Improvement Scoping
City of Seward
2013 Street Improvement Needs Nod
The City of Seward has obtained funding for street improvements through the State of
Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (ADOT&PF). This
document identifies and prioritizes improvements that can be accomplished using that
funding.
The initial funding was reported to be $1,100,000 and a needs assessment was completed
in 2008 assuming that level of funding. That funding has been reported to have increased
to$3,000,000 and this revised scoping summary has been prepared. This is total project
funding and must pay for all costs including environmental review, preparation of
contract design documents, and construction support services. The cost of projects
identified in this assessment may exceed the available funding.
PROJECT PROCESS —The funding is being administered through ADOT&PF and the
project process will have to follow ADOT&PF procedures. The City of Seward needs to
work with ADOT&PF in determining what elements of work are required and who will
be responsible to accomplish the work. Some of the elements of work that need to be
addressed between the City of Seward and ADOT&PF include the following:
A. Type of Project —The type of project relative to the actual improvements
to be accomplished will impact the level of design and front-end work. At
this time, the City intends to provide asphalt overlays (which could include
milling) with only minimal foundation repair and drainage improvements.
B. Environmental and Preliminary Engineering-Elements that need to be
reviewed for level of effort that will be required, include:
1. Scoping I Reconnaissance —Additional effort required beyond
preliminary project location identification.
2. Field Activities —Level of surveying, including both design and
control, and geotechnical investigation if any.
3. Public Involvement requirements.
4. Environmental-Although this project should qualify for a
Categorical Exclusion (CE),level of environmental effort should
be identified.
C. Design Process —Level of effort could differ significantly, depending upon
the scope of the project. Components include:
1. Design Study Report (DSR)
2. Right-of-Way (ROW) Certification requirements could be
an issue.
3. Utility Conflict —Should not be an issue if only doing minimal
foundation repair and minimal drainage work.
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4. Design Process-Level of design review should be determined.
Reviews can include Local, Plans-in-Hand (PIH), Pre-Plans,
Specification and Estimates (Pre-PS&E) and Final PS&E.
D. Bidding and Construction Phases Services-Responsibility and level of
effort for bidding and construction phase services.
POTENTIAL PROJECT IDENTIFICATION —The projects identified in this initial
scoping review were developed by the City of Seward Public Works Department based
on visual observation and historical maintenance knowledge. The projects are presented
in a south to north orientation and fall into several location categories: Downtown,
Gateway /Jesse Lee Subdivisions and Forest Acres Subdivision. The Downtown and
Gateway /Jesse Lee projects encompass streets that are currently paved.The Forest
Acres projects include both paved and gravel surfaced roadways. The Forest Acre
improvements may include ROW challenges in 2-3 places.
LEVEL OF IMPROVEMENTS —In this initial review of projects the emphasis is on
roadway resurfacing and minor drainage improvements. Resurfacing is assumed to be
milling and re-pavement of the roadway. Drainage repairs are based on historical
maintenance problems and generally include ditch and culvert improvements. No
upgrades of sidewalks, curb, gutter, illumination or other amenities was considered. The
City of Seward is patterning this project to similar improvements they completed with
the Third Avenue Construction Contractor (QAP) in 2007.
MAGNITUDE OF CONSTRUCTION COSTS —To help determine the level of projects
14110, that can be completed, general cost estimates were developed based on linear feet of
roadway (assumed to be 25-feet in width). Costs were increased for foundation repair and
drainage improvements. An average cost for milling, shaping, compacting and placing 2-
inches of asphalt surfacing was assumed to be $30.00 per square yard or $85 per lineal
foot of roadway.This cost assumes asphalt prices in the range of$129.00 per ton and a
25% premium for working in Seward, Alaska. There will also be a mobilization
cost to the overall project, which is not included in the unit cost.
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PROJECT IDENTIFICATION
41. A. DOWNTOWN STREETS
1. Washington Street (Fourth Avenue to Fifth Avenue) — Approximately,
300 feet by 48 feet of milling and paving. Roadway exhibits pot holes.
Total roadway width is 48-feet. Would mill and repave the entire width
not just driving lanes only. No special considerations. Cost: $26,000.
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411. 2. Fifth Avenue(Washington Street to Jefferson Street) — Approximately, 1350
feet by 60 feet of mill and repave (the entire width not just the driving lanes). There is
some curb replacement required on the N.E. end of this section (W. side of Old Library,
City Annex) needed.There are no other special considerations. Block between Adams
Street and Jefferson Street is in comparatively good condition. Cost: $150,000.
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4. First Avenue (Adams Street to A Street) —Approximately, 2300 feet by 25
feet of milling and paving. From Washington Street to Jefferson Street, areas of
alligator cracking are badly in need of ditching. Madison Street to A Street needs
some ditching work. Drainage at A Street needs to be reviewed as it goes down
embankment and behind AVTEC center. Cost: $200,000
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5. Sixth Avenue (Jefferson Street to Madison Street) — Approximately, 350
feet by 25 feet of milling and paving: Consider minor ditching on the east side
of the road as well as drainage coming down east/west alley behind the post
office. Cost: $35,000.
6. Monroe Street (Fifth Avenue to Ballaine Boulevard)- Approximately,
650 feet by 25 feet of milling and paving.Consider ditching improvements.
Cost:
$58,000.
7. A Street (First Avenue to Third Avenue)- Approximately 650 feet by 25
feet of milling and paving.Consider minor ditching. Cost: $58,000.
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410 8. C Street (Third Avenue to Fourth Avenue) —Approximately, 300 feet by
25 feet of milling and paving. Pavement in poor condition, and drainage
improvements on the south side need to be addressed. Cost: $26,000.
9 Jefferson Street (First Avenue to Ballaine Boulevard)- Approximately,
1600 feet by 25 feet of milling and paving. This roadway is a main east-
west corridor. The paving is in fair to poor condition and there are some
depressions that may have been caused by sub-base failure.A major storm
sewer runs along the south side of the road way.Cost: $138,000
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10_ Madison Street(First Avenue to Ballaine Boulevard)—Approximately,
410 1600 feet by 25 feet of milling and paving. There is a sidewalk on the
north side between Fourth and Fifth Avenues. This roadway is a main
east-west condor. The paving is in fair to poor condition. Segment
between First and Third Avenues is in best condition (except Second
Avenue intersection) and blocks between Third and Fifth Avenues are in
worst condition. Cost: $136,000.
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1. Phoenix Road (Barwell Street to Middle of Curve)-Approximately,
1000 feet by 25 feet milling and paving. Asphalt between Barwell Street
and Bear Drive is in poor condition. Ditching needed on the west side.
Segment between Bear Drive and Dora Way needs selective pavement
replacement and culvert removal and replacement in selected locations.
Cost: $90,000.
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4. Resurrection Boulevard /Swetmann Drive (Alice Drive to Bear Drive
– Approximately, 1,000 feet of ditch work, consisting of material
removal and culvert installation at driveways/intersections. Purpose of
ditching and culverts, is to catch the runoff before runoff crosses the road
at the curve and causes erosion of the road section and private property.
Ditching will be required as well as matching driveway grades. Cost:
$85,000.
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Approximately, 800 feet of 25-foot wide milling and paving. There
are some areas of asphalt heaving which may require
foundation/sub-base repair. Cost: $68,000
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1. Birch Street (Dimond Boulevard to Alder Street) —Approximately,
1500 feet by 25 feet of milling and paving. Roadway has flat topography
and no drainage facilities. Asphalt in poor condition. This section will
require right-of-way establishment and drainage evaluation. Cost Range:
$130,000 to $250,000.
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Approximately, 500 feet of 25 feet milling and paving. Same condition
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feet by 25 feet of gravel and asphalt roadway. Asphalt section needs to be
milled and repaved. Segment between Elm Street and Maple Street was
recently repaved with utility work in the area. Same conditions as Birch
Street. Cost Range: $130,000 to $200,000.
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Approximately, 500 feet by 24 feet of gravel roadway paving. ROW
appears to be adequate. Re-define ditch. Cost Range:
$50,000 to $1 25,000
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5. Sea Lion Avenue (Elementary School to Seward Highway) —This
roadway serves the grade school and middle school and is approximately
800 feet in length. The asphalt is 32 feet wide and there is a sidewalk on
the south side from the grade school to Dimond Boulevard. The asphalt is
deteriorating in some locations and there are drainage issues (storm sewer
has reverse grade). Small section was recently repaved. Cost Range:
$100,000 to $125,000
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Table 1 - City of Seward 2013 Road Improvement Projects
No. Street Name From To Length Cost Comments
A-1 Washington Street Fourth Avenue 5th Avenue 300 $ 26,000 Repave Entire Width of Street
A-2 Fifth Avenue Washington Street Jefferson Street 1350 $ 150,000 Repave Entire Width of Street
A-3a Adams Street First Avenue Second Avenue 350 $ 35,000 Foundation and Ditching Work
A-3b Adams Street Third Avenue Fifth Avenue 650 $ 56,000 Repave Driving Lanes Only
A-4 First Avenue Adams Street A Street 2300 $ 200,000 Some Ditching Work Required
A-5 Sixth Avenue Jefferson Street Madison Street 350 $ 35,000
A-6 Monroe Street Fifth Avenue Ballaine Boulevard 650 $ 58,000
A-7 A Street First Avenue Third Avenue 650 $ 58,000
A-8 C Street Third Avenue Fourth Avenue 300 $ 26,000
A-9 Jefferson Street First Avenue Ballaine Boulevard 1600 $ 138,000 Some storm drain and foundation work required
A-10 Madison Street First Avenue Ballahe Boulevard 1600 $ 136,000
A-11 Fifth Avenue A Street B Street 300 $ 26,000
A-12 Lowell Point Road Bridge First Turnout 800 $ 80,000 Drainage work and re-grading required
B-1 Phoenix Road Barwell Street Middle of Curve 1000 $ 90,000 Some Ditching Work Required
B-2 Bear Drive Swetmann Avenue Phoenix Road 300 $ 40,000 Requires Culverts, Downstream Drainage Work
B-3 Dora Way Phoenix Road Jackson's House 1000 $ 95,000 Requres Drainage Work (Ditches and Culverts)
B-4 Resurrection Blvd. Alice Drive Bear Drive 1000 $ 85,000 Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk only
B-5 Marathon Drive Swetmann Avenue Iron Drive 800 $ 68,000
B-6 Benson Drive Swetmann Avenue Jesse Lee Drive 800 $ 68,000
()oh B-7 Jesse Lee I Coolidge Benson Seward Highway 1200 $ 115,000
C-1 Birch Street Dimond Boulevard Alder Street 1500 $ 250,000 ROW Issues, Extensive Drainage Improvements
C-2 Alder Street Birch Street Dimond Boulevard 500 $ 50,000 ROW Issues,Extensive Drainage Improvements
C-3 Ash Street Oak Street Dimond Boulevard 1500 $ 200,000 ROW Issues,Extensive Drainage Improvements
C-4 Cedar Street Dimond Boulevard Ash Street 700 $ 60,000
C-5 Oak Street Ash Street Long Term Care Fac. 500 $ 125,000
C-6 Sea Lion Drive Elementary School Seward Highway 800 $ 100,000
TOTAL $2,370,000
Table 2 - Priority Listing of City of Seward 2013 Road Improvement Projects
No. Street Name From To Length Cost Cost Priority
Accumulation 2013
B-1 Phoenix Road Barwell Street Middle of Curve 1000 $ 90,000 $ 90,000 1
B-3 Dora Way Phoenix Road Jackson's House 1000 $ 95,000 $ 185,000 2
B-2 Bear Drive Swetmann Avenue Phoenix Road 300 $ 40,000 $ 225,000 3
B-4 Resurrection Blvd. Alice Drive Bear Drive 1000 $ 85,000 $ 310,000 4
B-5 Marathon Drive Swetmann Avenue Iron Drive 800 $ 68,000 $ 378,000 5
B-6 Benson Drive Swetmann Avenue Jesse Lee Drive 800 $ 68,000 $ 446,000 6
B-7 Jesse Lee/Coolidge Benson Seward Highway 1200 $ 115,000 $ 561,000 7
A-4 First Avenue Adams Street A Street 2300 $ 200,000 $ 761,000 8
A-2 Fifth Avenue Washington Street Jefferson Street 1350 $ 150,000 $ 911,000 9
A-7 A Street First Avenue Third Avenue 650 $ 58,000 $ 969,000 10
A-3a Adams Street First Avenue Second Avenue 350 $ 35,000 $ 1,004,000 11
A-3b Adams Street Third Avenue Fifth Avenue 650 $ 56,000 $ 1,060,000 12
A-1 Washington Street Fourth Avenue 5th Avenue 300 $ 26,000 $ 1,086,000 13
(-' A-9 Jefferson Street First Avenue Ballaine Boulevard 1600 $ 138,000 $ 1,224,000 14
A-10 Madison Street First Avenue Ballaine Boulevard 1600 $ 136,000 $ 1,336,000 15
A-6 Monroe Street Fifth Avenue Ballaine Boulevard 650 $ 58,000 $ 1,418,000 16
A-5 Sixth Avenue Jefferson Street Madison Street 350 $ 35,000 $ 1,453,000 17
A-8 C Street Third Avenue Fourth Avenue 300 $ 26,000 $ 1,479,000 18
A-11 Fifth Avenue A Street B Street 300 $ 26,000 $ 1,505,000 18
C-3 Ash Street Oak Street Dimond Boulevard 1500 $ 200,000 $ 1,705,000 19
C-5 Oak Street Ash Street Long Term Care Fac. 500 $ 125,000 $ 1,830,000 20
C-6 Sea Lion Drive Elementary School Seward Highway 800 $ 100,000 $ 1,930,000 21
C-1 Birch Street Dimond Boulevard Alder Street 1500 $ 250,000 $ 2,180,000 22
C-4 Cedar Street Dimond Boulevard Ash Street 700 $ 60,000 $ 2,240,000 23
C-2 Alder Street Birch Street Dimond Boulevard 500 $ 50,000 $ 2,290,000 24
A-12 Lowell Point Road Bridge First Turnout 800 $ 80,000 $ 2,370,000 25
TOTAL $2,370,000
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-008
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA,COMPENSATING METCO INC.$79,046.47 FOR EMERGENCY
DEBRIS REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL DURING THE OCTOBER 2013
FLOOD AT LOWELL CREEK OUTFALL AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS,beginning on October 28,2013, substantial heavy rainfall affected the City of
Seward and outlying areas, causing an official closure of the Lowell Creek Bridge; and
WHEREAS, on October 29, 2013 the City Manager of the City of Seward issued a
Declaration of Disaster; and
WHEREAS,the Division of Homeland Security continues to meet with staff from Public
Works and Finance regarding the flood related damage assessments and the City has expectations
that the cost of the debris removal will be eligible for reimbursement from the State and/or Federal
Disaster Funding; and
WHEREAS, a Request for Public Assistance was submitted to the Division of Homeland
Security on December 5, 2013; and
WHEREAS,the Public Works Department has a Proposal to Contract for Services on file
with Metco Inc., and requested their services once it was apparent that the water and debris coming
from the Lowell Creek Outfall was more than our equipment and staff could handle; and
WHEREAS, on November 13, 2013, the final debris was removed from the Lowell Creek
Outfall and an invoice from Metco Inc. for$79,046.47 was submitted; and
WHEREAS, an authorization of payment to Metco Inc. is requested for an amount not-to
exceed seventy nine thousand forty six dollars and forty seven cents ($79,046.47) for emergency
efforts to clear and remove debris from the Lowell Creek Outfall; and
WHEREAS, Seward City Code section 6.10.120 A(2) states restrictions and provisions of
major purchases and competitive bids shall not apply where an emergency makes the delay incident
to competitive bidding unreasonable.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA THAT:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Seward authorizes payment to Metco Inc. for a
total amount not-to-exceed, seventy nine thousand forty six dollars and forty seven cents
%try ($79,046.47).
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-008 Nor,
Section 2. Funding is hereby appropriated from anticipated State FEMA grant revenue
account number 866-8668-4680-0200 in the amount of$79,046.47 to contracted services account
number 866-8668-5390-00024 for emergency debris removal from the Lowell Creek Outfall,with
said expenditures anticipated to be reimbursed from state grant funds.
Section 3, This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th day of
January, 2014.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Jean Bardarson,Mayor ,40010
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 ett4S,
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Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager
From: W.C. Casey, Public Works Director
Agenda Item: Authorize a total payment of$79,046.47 to Metco Inc. for emergencydebris
removal and disposal during the October 2013 flood at Lowell Creek
Outfall and appropriate funds.
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
On Monday, October 28, 2013, heavy rainfall in the Seward area created a flood situation at the
Lowell Creek Outfall, when approximately 24,000 cubic yards of debris flowed through the tunnel.
This tremendous amount of debris caused closure of the Lowell Creek Bridge at 4:38 p.m.Monday
afternoon. On Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at 11:40 a.m., the City Manager issued a Declaration of
Disaster for the City of Seward.
City Code section 6.10.120 A (2) states restrictions and provisions of major purchases and
competitive sealed bids shall not apply "Where an emergency makes the delay incident to
%tor competitive bidding unreasonable".
Metco Inc. has a Proposal to Contract for Services on file with the City of Seward. Public Works
Director,W.C. Casey,called Metco Inc.early Monday,October 28th, to assist Public Works staff in
clearing debris from atop the bridge as well as dredging the accumulating debris from Lowell Creek.
Public Works and Metco Inc. worked jointly through November 13th,2013,to remove the debris in
an effort mitigate future flooding in the area. Once the rain subsided and the debris was cleared,
Metco Inc. issued an invoice to the City of Seward for $79,046.47 for their services.
The Division of Homeland Security (DHS) has met with staff from Public Works and Finance
multiple times in preparation of documentation and submittal of reimbursable expenses. On
December 5, 2013, the City submitted a Request for Public Assistance to DHS. The City has
expectations that the cost of the debris removal will be eligible for reimbursement from the State
and/or Federal Disaster funding.
INTENT:
Council authorizes payment to Metco Inc. in the amount of $79,046.47 for emergency debris
removal and disposal during the October 2013 flood at Lowell Creek Outfall and appropriates funds.
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CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan (document source here):Natural Hazards 3.8.1 X
2 Strategic Plan (document source here): Promote a Safe Community, X
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3. Other(list):
FISCAL NOTE:
Funds for payment to Metco Inc. are available from anticipated reimbursement funds from FEMA.
A Request for Public Assistance was submitted to the Division of Homeland Security and
Emergency Management on December 5, 2013 and we anticipate reimbursement for expenses
incurred due to the October 28, 2013 flood event.
Approved by Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approves Resolution 2014- 06 to authorize payment of $79,046.47 to Metco Inc. for
services rendered during the removal and disposal of debris from the Lowell Creek Outfall and to
appropriate funds.
CITY OF SEWARD .a r:' •City Manager' Office (907) 2244047
P.O. Box 167 •Fax (907) 224-4038
410 Adams Street •jhutit( city°ofseward.net
Seward,Alaska 99664-0167 <: - •wvw.cityofseward.us
October 29, 2013
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Office of Mayor Mike Navarre
144 N Binkley Street
Soldotna, Alaska 99664
RE: City of Seward Declaration of Disaster Request
Dear Mayor Navarre,
On October 29th, 2013 the City of Seward hereby declares a State of Emergency for our
community due to heavy rains and flooding. We have suffered significant damage to the bridge
at the north end of Lowell Point Road, Lowell Point road itself and lift station number 3 due to
flooding conditions.
The storm is expected to intensify on Wednesday October 30th, 2013 and an assessment of the
severity and extent of damages has not been possible. Other areas within the City will be
assessed weather and manpower permitting. It is clear that the damage that is visible thus far
will exceed the recovery and financial capabilities of the City. We are requesting Borough
assistance conducting damage assessment and repairs.
In the event of continued significant or increased rainfall in the next few days, the severity and
range of this emergency could escalate.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at 907-224-4012 or 907-422-4178 if you need further
information.
Sincerely,
Nxiir
James S. Hunt /1:110411N.,
City Manager
jhunt @cityofseward.net
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Metco, Inc Service Work Order At
2701 Seward Hwy. Date: 10/28/2013
Seward AK 99664-9711
907-224-3151
License: 5733
Billed To: CITY OF SEWARD Location: Waterfall
P. 0. BOX 167
SEWARD AK 99664 Seward AK
Purchase Order#: Resale#:000263E08 Client#: 113
Record#: 60485 Invoice#: 72539
Description Unit Quantity Price Ext Price
10/28/13
KW5 w/Hyster Lowboy- Mobe IN 290 Excavator(JT)(TG) Hour 1.50 230.00 345.00
KW5 w/Hyster Lowboy- Mobe IN 324 Excavator(JG)(JT) Hour 1.50 230.00 345.00
Kobelco 290 Excavator-Clear gravel&Debris(TG) *OT* Hour 12.00 280.00 3,360.00
CAT 324 Excavator-Clear gravel&debris(JG) *OT* Hour 18.00 280.00 5,040.00 N..
10/29/13
Kobelco 290 Excavator- Clear gravel &debris(TG) Hour 8.00 245.00 1,960.00
Kobe!co 290 Excavator-Clear gravel &debris (TG) *OT* Hour 1.50 280.00 420.00
CAT 324 Excavator-Clear gravel &debris(MT) Hour 7.00 245.00 1,715.00
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 4.50 166.00 747.00
10/30/13
Kobelco 290- Excavate&drain culvert/ Place rip rap(TG) Hour 8.00 245.00 1,960.00
KW5 w/Hyster Lowboy- Mobe OUT CAT 324 EX (MT) Hour 1.00 230.00 230.00
D-1 Crushed Yard 46.17 15.02 693.47
10/31/13
Kobelco 290 Excavator- Load out trucks(TG) Hour 8.00 245.00 1,960.00
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
Side Dumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden(LG) Hour 5.00 166.00 830.00
A service charge of 10.50%per annum will be charged on all amounts Non-Taxable Amount: 79,048.47
overdue on regular statement dates. Taxable Amount: 0.00
Thank you for your prompt payment! Sales Tax: 0.00
Amount Due 79,046.47
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Continued... Date: 10/28/2013
Description Unit Quantity Price Ext Price
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
11/01/13
Kobelco 290 Excavator- Load out trucks(TG) Hour 8.00. 245.00 1,960.00
Circe R Sidedump- Haul overburden offsite(WS) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 -Haul overburden offsite(CN) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#632 - Haul overburden (LG) Hour 9.00 166.00 1,494.00
11/02/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) *01* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 -Haul overburden(LG) *OT* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden(CN) *OT* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (3 ) *OT* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
11/03/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) *OT* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) *OT* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN)*01* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
SideDumper Trailer#632-Haul overburden (JT) *OT* Hour 9.00 201.00 1,809.00
11/04/13
Cirde R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 8.00 166,00 1,328.00
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS)*OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (SR) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (SR) *01-* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden(CN)*OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#632-Haul overburden(3T) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (JT) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
11/05/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
Cirde R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) *0T* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG)*0T* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden(CN) - Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer-Haul overburden (CN) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#632 - Haul overburden (JD Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#632 - Haul overburden(3T) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
11/06/13
Kobelco 290 Excavator- Standy(TG) Hour 2.00 245.00 490.00
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Service Invoice invoice#:72539
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Continued... Date: 10/28/2013
Description Unit Quantity Price Ext Price
11/07/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) *01* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden(CN) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden(CN) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden(JT) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (JT)*01* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
11/08/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (30) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (JT) Hour 8.00 166.00 1,328.00
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (JT) *OT* Hour 1.50 201.00 301.50
11/12/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00 squid
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (IT) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
KW5 w/Hyster Lowboy- Mobe OUT 290 Excavator(JT)(TG) Hour 1.50 230.00 345.00
11/13/13
Circle R Sidedump- Haul overburden (WS) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
SideDumper Trailer#631 - Haul overburden (JG) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
SmithCo Sidedump Trailer- Haul overburden (CN) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
SideDumper Trailer#632- Haul overburden (JT) Hour 7.00 166.00 1,162.00
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-009
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE
PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS AND THE PURCHASE OF
AUTOMATED PAY STATIONS TO COLLECT DAILY CAMPING FEES,
IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $96,524.21
WHEREAS, the Seward City Council seeks improved customer service, advanced
technology and operational efficiencies; and
WHEREAS, City administration has tested the technology in Seward and is now making
a larger commitment to the operational changes that automated pay stations offer; and
WHEREAS, the Harbor and Parking Department have experienced an increase in
revenues, compliance, and efficiencies; and
WHEREAS, the campgrounds are inefficiently collecting permit fees, counting money,
and recording permits; and
WHEREAS, customers are inconvenienced due to the inability to pay with credit and/or
debit cards in the campgrounds; and
WHEREAS,the city is unable to collect essential data regarding the campgrounds; and
WHEREAS, Digital Payment Technologies has given the administration a sales quote of
$94,495.50 for nine automated pay stations with an estimated shipping cost of $2064.71 for a
total of$96,524.21; and
WHEREAS, it is in the City of Seward's best interest according to City Code
6.10.120(A)(9) and 6.10.130 to purchase these pay stations from Digital Payment Technologies,
since the City currently utilizes equipment from this vendor and has found the vendor to be
responsive and to provide good customer service, has found the solar equipment to be durable
and functional in Seward's summer weather, has found the electronic payment transactions to be
functional, and desires to standardize equipment for the purposes of maintenance, functionality,
and credit card transaction processing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-009
Section 1. The Seward City Council hereby finds in accordance with the recitals listed ,wid
above which are incorporated herein, that it is in the public interest to waive competitive
procurement requirements and purchase nine Luke II 500B pay stations from Digital Payment
Technologies.
Section 2. The City Council of the City of Seward authorizes the purchase and
installation of nine Luke II 500B pay stations in the amount of$96,524.21, with funding to come
from the Capital Acquisition Fund, within the $100,000 appropriation contained in the 2014
Capital Budget.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this
13th day of January, 2014.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Agenda Statement
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Meeting Date: January 13, 2014
Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager
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From: Karin Sturdy, Parks and Recreation Director
Agenda Item: Automated Parking Pay Stations Purchase: Campground Implementation
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION
For four years City staff has tested the automated pay stations in consideration of upgrading the
technology used in the Campgrounds. This technology has increased the revenues, compliance, and the
efficiency of the Parking Department as well as the Harbor through their launch fee collections. We seek
to accomplish the aforementioned in the Campgrounds.
Digital Payment Technologies (DPT) has supplied the Parking Department and Harbor with the
automated pay stations currently in use in Seward. These pay stations have been durable, have stood up
well to Seward's climate, and their solar capabilities have been a success in our environment. Further, the
telecommunications associated with processing electronic payments through the pay stations, has been
tested and modified by the City in order to successfully process these transactions without meaningful
disruptions in processing integrity. This is in contrast to the City & Borough of Juneau, which is in the
process of suing their different parking vendor over an unsuccessful implementation of paid parking in
Juneau. In addition, DPT has worked with the City previously to modify our paid parking stations to
accommodate the dual purpose of selling combined parking and launch fee passes, thereby increasing
efficiency and customer satisfaction. The City is pleased with the customer service, equipment quality,
and processing capabilities of the DPT vendor.
Therefore, in accordance with Seward City Code 6.10.115 and 6.10.130, the administration recommends
that the Council find it in the best interests of the public to forego competitive procurement requirements,
in order to standardize equipment and credit card processing, for all of the City's paid parking/camping
stations. SCC states, "The provisions of this title requiring competitive procurement procedures need not
apply to the types of services and/or contracts set forth in 5,' 6.10.120 through 6.10.130 below; and the
city council may approve such contracts by motion or resolution. Nothing in this title shall preclude the
city from utilizing any of the procedures set forth in this Code in those instances. Restrictions and
provisions of this title shall not apply where the city council determines and makes written findings that
the public interest would be best served by not requiring competitive bids/proposals. The best interest
determination may be based upon, but is not limited to, a finding that the services or articles can be
procured at a lower cost without competitive bidding. " Because the Harbor, Parking Department and
Finance Department are familiar with the operating systems of DPT, the City administration requests that
City Council find it in the best interest of the City to purchase these nine pay stations from DPT.
These nine Luke II 500B machines will replace the red, payment drop boxes that are currently in the
Campgrounds. Customers will find a campsite, walk to the nearest Luke II pay station, and be prompted
through payment with credit card or cash. By doing so, we will reduce the amount of time spent by our
campground staff collecting money, counting money, and recording permits. Our listing of `NSF checks'
writers will disappear. Other benefits will be a more uniform system for especially foreign visitors and the
use of credit card payments.
Budget:
Shipping estimate $ 2,064.71
Nine Luke II 500B $94,459.50
Site preparation (City of Seward) $ 3,475.79
Estimated project total $100,000.00
INTENT:
To improve customer service, security, data collection and reporting and efficiency.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1 Comprehensive Plan (document source here): 3.6.1.1 Improve existing X
and develop additional recreational infrastructure.
2 Strategic Plan (document source here):Pages 3 and 7 (reduce energy X
costs) and 12
3. Other (list): X
FISCAL NOTE
The 2014 Capital Budget includes $100,000 for the implementation of automated pay stations for the
campground operations. Staff anticipates that installing automated pay stations in the campgrounds will
significantly reduce the amount of time spent counting cash each day, as well as reduce staff time spent in
monitoring payment compliance (tracking how many campers have paid in each campground). While the
exact amount of annual cost savings is not yet known, it is expected that this technology will pay for itself
in approximately five years, and then continue to provide annual cost savings through reduced staffing.
Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION
Council approve Resolution 2014- 0 authorizing $96,524.21 for the purchase and shipment of nine
Digital Luke II 500B automated payment systems.
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Digital Po�m Technologies Corp. SALES QUOTE
330-4260"~" Sales Quote No.: 27878 ~
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Burnaby,BC V5C 6C6 Sales Quote Date: 12.December 2O13
Phone: 1.888.687.6822 Location Code: MAIN WHSE
Fax: �329 PAYMENT TECHNOLOGIES
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GST#: 8881O7O94RTOOO1
US Tax 0#: 98-0003930 ***CONFIDENTIAL***
Page: 1
Bill To: Sell To: Ship To:
Cy of Seward City of Seward City of Seward
Attn:Accounts Payable Attn:Accounts Payable 519 4th Ave.
PO Box 107 PO Box 167 Seward,AK 99664
Seward,AK 99664-1844 Seward,AK 99664-1844 USA
USA USA Karin Sturdy
Karin Sturdy Karin Sturdy 307.224.4053
907224.4053 807.224.4053
ksturdy@cityofseward.net ksturdy@cityofseward.net
Customer ID: 1902 Ship Advice: Complete
End User: Ship Via: Ground
Sell ToE|wwv.: 92-6000086 Ship To EIN No.: 92-6000086
Payment Terms: Net 30 Freight Terms: FOB Vendor,Prepay&Add
Sales Phone: 1.888.687.6822 x 367 Account Managers: Candice Walker/John Cowley
Sales E-mail: cenmnemmker@d|onalpayt000.com Sales Code:
P.O.No,: Requested By:
Ref.No.: Outside Sales(NCM):
EMS Cust.Name Inside Sales(NCM):
Unit Unit
List Disc. Disc.
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Item No. Description Unit Qty. Price % Price Total Price
900.0031 LUKE|1-5008 Each 9 14'200.00 35 9.230.00 83,070.00
38K-Solar-xBCx-x-P
Includes:
38-Key Keypad
SlimLine Solar Panel
Bill Validator,Credit Card Reader
2 inch Thermal Printer
P-Label,set of 2
115.0132 1000 Note Bill Stacker w/Lock Each 18 485.00 35 315.25 5,674.50
800.4066 HSPAIGSM Communication-L2 Each 9 890.00 35 578.50 5`206.50
100.0102 Digital Connect Activation Fee Each 9 30.00 35 19.50 175.50
460.0023 Digital Connect SIM Card Each 9 30.00 100
100.0082:Match Existing Key-Maintenance LII
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880.4030 Maintenance Lock Std-L2 Each 9
100.0083:Match Existing Key-Collections LII
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880.4036 Collection Lock Std-L2 Each 9
808.0027 Paper Thermal Thick 2in-L/S Each 9 41.00 41.00 869.00
for high moisture
Shipping&Handling Each 1
TBD at time of shipment
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Continued on page 2 94,495.50
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Digital Payment Technologies Corp. SALES QUOTE
330-4260 Still Creek Drive Sales Quote No.: 27878
Burnaby,BC V5C 6C6 Sales Quote Date: 12.December 2013 Di G 1 TA L>>
Phone: 1.888.687.6822 Location Code: MAIN WHSE
Fax: 604.687.4329 PAYMENT TECHNOLOGIES
GST#: 86910 7094 RT0001
US Tax ID#: 98-0603996 ***CONFIDENTIAL***
Page:2
Bill To: Sell To: Ship To:
City of Seward City of Seward City of Seward
Attn:Accounts Payable Attn:Accounts Payable 519 4th Ave.
PO Box 167 PO Box 167 Seward,AK 99664
Seward,AK 99664-1844 Seward,AK 99664-1844 USA
USA USA Karin Sturdy
Karin Sturdy Karin Sturdy 907.224.4053
907.224.4053 907.224.4053
ksturdy @cityofseward.net ksturdy @cityofseward.net
Unit Unit
List Disc. Disc.
Item No. Description Unit Qty. Price % Price Total Price
Continued from page 1 94,495.50
Please review all details on this quote,including
ship to address,EIN number,and key code.
If you would like to proceed with placing this
order,please submit a matching signed quote
to fax 604.687.4329.
EMS Quote provided separately.
Order will not be accepted without signed EMS
quote being returned to DPT.
Total: 145,449.00
Discount: -50,953.50
Amount Subject to Amount not Subject to Subtotal: 94,495.50
Sales Tax Sales Tax Total Sales Tax: 0.00
0.00 94,495.50 USD Total: 94,495.50
Quote is valid for 90 days from Quote date.
PAST DUE AMOUNTS SUBJECT TO INTEREST AT 18%PER ANNUM.
Terms and Conditions of Sale are available at http://www.digitaipaytech.com/terms
Quote Acceptance: PO# PO Date Print Name Authorized Signatory Title
Thank you for your business! Fax Back to: 604.687.4329
Sponsored by: Hunt
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-010
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH HARMON CONSTRUCTION INC. FOR SIDEWALK
IMPROVEMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $86,924.50 AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WHEREAS, Seward's downtown business district has a high level of pedestrian activity;
and
WHEREAS,handicap accessible ramps must be modified to be compliant with current for
Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA/AA) standards; and
WHEREAS, the high traffic use of the sidewalks in downtown Seward, including the
handicap accessible ramps,creates an emergency need to mitigate and reduce hazard to pedestrians;
and
WHEREAS,the appropriation of funds from the General Fund for the ADA/AA Sidewalk
Improvement project will reduce the hazards to pedestrians and increase the City's compliance with
ADA/AA Sidewalk standards; and
WHEREAS, after a competitive process Harmon Construction submitted sole responsive
construction bid for the ADA/AA sidewalk project.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1.The City Manager is authorized to enter into a construction contract with Harmon
Construction for the ADA/AA Sidewalk Improvement project in the amount of$86,924.50.
Section 2.Funding for the contract is appropriated from Capital Acquisition Fund Net Assets
account no. 103-0000-3050 to Infrastructure account no. 103-1030-5925.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th day of
January, 2014.
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Agenda Statement
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Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 0 i *0
To: City Council
Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager
From: W.C. Casey, Public Works Director
Agenda Item: Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Harmon
Construction Inc. for Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act
(ADA/AA) Sidewalk Improvements in the amount of $86,924.50 and to
appropriate funds.
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The sidewalks in Seward's busy downtown business district are in immediate need of repair for the
safety of our citizens and to bring Seward into better compliance with current ADA/AA standards.
The high traffic use of these sidewalks,including the handicap accessible ramps,creates an emergent
need to mitigate and reduce hazards to pedestrians.
Public Works staff has developed an ADA Sidewalk Improvement project which will replace: 22
sections of damaged paver brick strips; approximately 1200 square feet of broken concrete; 9
handicap ramps (including installation of tactile strips); the handicap ramp and railing west of City
Hall; and removal and replacement of 14 raised electrical vaults. .,,d
There are funds available in the General Fund to cover the cost of the necessary improvements to the
ramps and sidewalks. The appropriation of these funds will allow us to fund the Sidewalk
Improvement Project,reduce hazards to pedestrians and,further insure that the City is in compliance
with current ADA/AA standards.
An invitation to bid was announced and distributed to 8 firms,resulting in one responsive,qualified
bid,from Harmon Construction Inc. The Bid was evaluated by three City staff members and the bid
meets requirements of current ADA/AA standards and the needs of the City.
INTENT:
Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Harmon Construction Inc. for ADA/AA
Sidewalk Improvements in the amount of$86,924.50 and to appropriate funds.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1 Comprehensive Plan (document source here):Page 17, Sidewalks, Bike X
Paths and Right-of-Ways
2 Strategic Plan (document source here): Page 18, Promote a safe X
community
3. Other(list): Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) X NES
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FISCAL NOTE:
Funds for the Sidewalk Improvement project are available in the Capital Acquisition Fund and were
Sir included in the 2014 Budget at an estimated total cost of$100,000.
Approved by Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve Resolution 2014- CO authorizing the appropriation of $86,924.50 from the
Capital Acquisition Fund and entering into a construction contract with Harmon Construction Inc.
for completion of the ADA Sidewalk Improvement Project.
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Addendum No. 1
Date: November 27, 2013
Project Name: ADA Sidewalk Improvements
This Addendum clarifies, corrects or modifies the original Contract Document, dated
November 18, 2013. The Bidder must acknowledge receipt of this addendum in the space
provided on the signature page of the Bid, as required in section 1.07 of the Information to
Bidders.
The Contract Documents are revised as follows:
A. In the Invitation to bid, the scope of work should be changed to include specification of
ADA compliant handicap ramps. The paragraph should read:
"The City of Seward desires to receive bids from qualified contractors to complete the
ADA Sidewalk Improvement project in the downtown Seward area. The scope of work
includes replacing 22 sections of paver brick strips, some containing electric vaults that
will need to be replaced; One section of Sidewalk that is 100ft. x 10ft. needs to be
removed, disposed of, and replaced; 9 handicaps ramps need to be replaced and
upgraded to be compliant with current ADA standards, as well as an existing
ramp/railing outside of City Hall that needs to be removed, disposed of, and replaced
with an ADA compliant ramp and railing."
B. Bidding Requirements:
1. On page 3 of 4 in the Information to Bidders, section 1.12, it is stated that "No
preference will be given to local bidders". This section should be clarified to read
as follows:
1.12 BIDDERS PREFERENCE (CITY CODE)
6.10.230. The contract shall be let by the city council to the lowest qualified
responsive and responsible bidder; provided, that if the lowest bids are
approximately equal, that is within the lesser of$5,000 or five percent of each
other, preference may be give to local bidders who maintain and operate
businesses within the boundaries of the Seward electrical utility service area.
Local preference will be applied to the bid process except when specifically
excluded within the request for bids. The city council may reject any or all bids
and may waive minor irregularities in the bids.
2. Due to the possibility of weather delays in completing the project, the completion
■ date has been extended to June 1, 2014. This change will be reflected in the
following sections:
a. On the Bid submittal page, the first paragraph is to be changed to read:
In compliance with your Invitation For Bids dated , the Undersigned
proposes to furnish all equipment, material and labor required to complete
the above p ject, by June 1, 2014.
b. 3.1 CONTRACT TIMES AND LIQUIDATED DAMAGES, should now read:
3.1 Contract Times:
Work shall be completed and ready for final payment and acceptance in
accordance with Article 11 of the City of Seward General Conditions no later
than June 1, 2014.
3.1.2. CONTRACTOR shall achieve Substantial Completion no later than
May 15, 2014.
C. Contract Forms
1. In the Contract, section 1 , the Work description did not clearly state that the
handicap ramps were to be ADA compliant and will now read:
"The scope of work includes replacing 22 sections of paver brick strips, some
containing electric vaults that will need to be replaced; One section of Sidewalk that
is 1OOft. x 10ft. needs to be removed, disposed of, and replaced; 9 handicaps ramps
need to be replaced and upgraded to be compliant with current ADA standards, as
well as an existing ramp/railing outside of City Hall that needs to be removed,
disposed of, and replaced with an ADA compliant ramp and railing."
2. The Contract Documents are revised duetothechangeinverbiagefrorn °Engineer"
to "Project Manager". The sections affected are:
a. Section 2.2 will now read:
2.2. is hereinafter called Pr ject Manager and is to act
as OWNER's representative, assume duties and responsibilities, and have
the rights and authority assigned to Pr ject Manager in the Contract
Documents in connection with completion of the Work in accordance
with the Contract Documents.
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b. Section 5.3. will now read:
5.3. CONTRACTOR has given PROJECT MANAGER written notice of
conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies that it has discovered in
the Contract Documents and the written resolution thereof by PROJECT
MANAGER is acceptable to CONTRACTOR, and the Contract Documents
are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of terms
and conditions for performing and furnishing work.
D. BID ITEM LIST
No changes
Clarifications:
1. Curbs surrounding handicap ramps will be replaced by the CONTRACTOR but will be
painted by the OWNER.
2. Detectable warnings (tactile strips) must be installed with the handicap ramps and must
be a minimum width of 36".
Nancy Perea, Project Manager
City of Seward Public Works Department
907-224-4005
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
CONTRACT
THIS CONTRACT is between City of Seward, Alaska (hereinafter called OWNER), and
HARMON CONSTRUCTION INC.
(hereinafter called CONTRACTOR).
OWNER and CONTRACTOR, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set
forth, agree as follows:
1. WORK
CONTRACTOR shall complete Work as specified or indicated in the Contract
Documents. The Work is generally described as follows:
The scope of work includes replacing 22 sections of paver brick strips, some
containing electric vaults that will need to be reinstalled or replaced; One
section of Sidewalk that is 100ft. x 10ft. needs to be removed, disposed of,
and replaced; 9 handicaps ramps need to be replaced and upgraded to be
compliant with ADA standards, as well as an existing ramp/railing outside of
City Hall needs to be removed, disposed of, and replaced with an ADA
compliant ramp and railing.
2. CONTRACTING OFFICER & ENGINEER
W.C. CASEY is hereinafter called
CONTRACTING OFFICER and is authorized to enter into and administer the
Contract on behalf of the OWNER. CONTRACTING OFFICER has authority to
make findings, determinations and decisions with respect to the Contract and,
when necessary, to modify or terminate the Contract.
2.2. NANCY A. PEREA is hereinafter
called PROJECT MANAGER and is to act as OWNER's representative, assume
duties and responsibilities, and have the rights and authority assigned to
PROJECT MANAGER in the Contract Documents in connection with
completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.
3. CONTRACT TIMES AND LIQUIDATED DAMAGES
3.1. Contract Times:
3.1.1. Work shall be completed and ready for final payment and
acceptance no later than June 1, 2014.
3.1.2. CONTRACTOR shall achieve Substantial Completion no later than
*oirso, May 15, 2014.
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3.1.3. Sidewalks shall remain open for the duration of repairs.
Barricades may be used to block sections being repaired; however, the ;
sidewalk must remain open for public utilization.
3.2. Liquidated Damages:
OWNER and CONTRACTOR recognize that time is of the essence of this
Agreement and that OWNER will suffer financial loss if the Work is not
completed within the times specified in paragraph 3.1 (Contract Times)
above. OWNER and CONTRACTOR also recognize the delays, expense,
and difficulties involved in proving in a legal or other dispute resolution
preceding the actual loss suffered by OWNER if the Work is not completed
on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such proof, OWNER and
CONTRACTOR agree that as liquidated damages for delay (but not as a
penalty) CONTRACTOR shall pay OWNER $100.00 per day for each
calendar day elapsing between the time stipulated for the Substantial
Completion Date and/or $250 per day for each calendar day elapsing
between the time stipulated for Final Completion Date and the actual date
completed in accordance with the terms hereof.
4. CONTRACT AMOUNT
OWNER shall pay CONTRACTOR the following Not-To-Exceed amount based
on the conformed Bid, included as an Exhibit to this Agreement, subject to
additions and deletions as provided in the Contract Documents:
EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND NINE HUNDERED TWENTY FOUR
Dollars
(Words)
and FIFTY Cents $ 86,924.50
(Words) (Numbers)
5. CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIONS
In order to induce OWNER to enter into this Agreement, CONTRACTOR's
representations are as set forth as follows:
5.1. CONTRACTOR has familiarized itself with the nature and extent of the
Contract Documents, Work, site, locality, general nature of work to be performed
by OWNER or others at the site that relates to Work required by the Contract
Documents and local conditions and federal, state, and local Laws and
Regulations that in any manner may affect cost, progress, performance, or
furnishing of Work.
5.2. CONTRACTOR has correlated information known to CONTRACTOR and
results of such observations, familiarizations, examinations, investigations,
explorations, tests, studies, and reports with Contract Documents.
5.3. CONTRACTOR has given PROJECT MANAGER written notice of conflicts,
errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies that it has discovered in the Contract
Documents and the written resolution thereof by PROJECT
MANAGER is acceptable to CONTRACTOR, and the Contract Documents
are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of terms and
conditions for performing and furnishing Work.
6. RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE
Contractor agrees to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its
officers, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, demands,
losses, defense costs or liability of any kind or nature, including environmental
liability, which the City, its officers, agents and employees may sustain or incur or
which may be imposed upon them or injury to or death of persons or damage to
property as a result of, arising out of or in any manner connected with Contractor's
performance under the terms of this Agreement, excepting only liability arising out
of the sole, gross negligence of the City.
Without limiting Contractor's obligations stated above in this paragraph, it is agreed
that Contractor shall maintain in force, at all times, during the performance of this
Agreement the following policies of insurance, with deductibles acceptable to the
City, covering its operations:
Insurance Minimum Limits
Comprehensive General Liability $1 Million combined limit each occurrence
Products Completed Liability $1 Million Total
Worker's Compensation/Employer As required by statute
Liability
Automobile Liability - Covering bodily $1 Million combined limit per accident
injury and property damage, including all
owned, hired and non-owned vehicles.
Contractor shall procure insurance for full replacement value and to adequately
insure against the loss of or damage to materials during shipment and at all times
in Contractor's possession. Costs of shipping and other insurance are covered by
the contract price.
Contractor's insurance policies shall contain the following clauses:
1. The f,oi rt s officers, employees operations o f t he namaendd insured volunteers p performed are ern added duendd as
under contract ai additional
awl with
insured for
the City.
2. Any insurance maintained by the City shall apply in excess of, and not
contribute with, insurance provided by Contractor.
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3. All insurance policies required by this Agreement shall contain a clause that
the insurance shall not be canceled, limited, non-renewed, or otherwise
materially changed without thirty (30) days prior written notice delivered to
the City.
4. All policies shall be written by insurance companies legally authorized or
licensed to do business in the State of Alaska and acceptable to the City.
5. Contractor shall furnish to the City, certificates evidencing that it has
procured the insurance required herein prior to commencement of the
contract term.
6. All of the insurance policies described above shall provide that the insurers
waive rights of subrogation against the City, its officers, agents and
employees.
7. MISCELLANEOUS
7.1. No assignment by a party hereto of any rights under or interests in the
Contract Documents will be binding on another party hereto without the written
consent of the party sought to be bound; and specifically but without limitation
monies that may become due and monies that are due may not be assigned
without such consent (except to the extent that the effect of this restriction may
be limited by law), and unless specifically stated to the contrary in any written
consent to an assignment no assignment will release or discharge the assignor
from any duty or responsibility under the Contract Documents.
7.2. OWNER and CONTRACTOR each binds itself, its partners, successors,
assigns, and legal representatives to the other party hereto, its partners,
successors, assigns, and legal representatives in respect of all covenants,
agreements, and obligations contained in the Contract Documents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, OWNER and CONTRACTOR have signed copie(s) of
this Agreement. All portions of the Contract Documents have been signed or identified
by OWNER and CONTRACTOR.
OWNER City of Seward, Alaska CONTRACTOR
By By /
Title: Title: C 0
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Date: 6-1
Date: .
Al i EST:
[City Seal] [Corporate seal]
Address for giving notices Address for giving notices
License No.
(Attach evidence of authority to sign and Agent for service of process:
resolution of other documents
authorizing execution of Agreement.)
(If CONTRACTOR is a corporation,
attach evidence of authority to sign.)
END OF SECTION
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-011
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE A
DODGE TRUCK FROM LITHIA DODGE OF ANCHORAGE, WAIVING
COMPETITIVE PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS, FOR A CASH
AMOUNT AFTER TRADE-IN CONSIDERATION OF THE SUBARU
FORESTER NOT TO EXCEED $30,000,AS BUDGETED
WHEREAS,the purchase of a truck is consistent with the City of Seward's("City")policy of
keeping the fleet in good mechanical, dependable condition; and
WHEREAS, City Council recognized the need for a better quality vehicle and approved an
amount of$30,000 during the budget process for 2014-2015; and
WHEREAS, consideration for the safety of City employees is paramount as they travel the
Seward Highway and City streets during inclement weather and emergencies; and
WHEREAS,the City Manager is the Director of Emergency Preparedness and is the primary
Incident Command Officer for the City and the truck will provide permanent, on-board storage for
emergency equipment and supplies and can carry visitors and employees. It shall be funded by the
Motor Pool Fund after the trade-in allowance of the Subaru is deducted from the truck's cost; and
WHEREAS,quotes were solicited from three vendors,resulting in two responses,of which
Lithia Dodge's was clearly superior in price and timeliness; and
WHEREAS, it is in the City of Seward's best interest according to City Code Section
6.10.130 to waive competitive procurement procedure requirements and purchase the vehicle from
Lithia Dodge.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase one truck in an amount not to
exceed$30,000 after taking into account the trade-in value of the Subaru.
Section 2. The Seward City Council hereby exempts from competitive procurement, the
purchase of equipment, and the City Council hereby finds that it is in the public interest to waive the
formal bid requirements as allowed by SCC Section 6.10.130,based on the findings above which are
incorporated herein.
'11m,, Section 3. Funding for the vehicle and equipment in an amount of$30,000.00 is hereby
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2014-011
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appropriated from account no. 102-0000-3050 to the Motor Pool Equipment account no. 102-1020-
5930.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th day of
January, 2014.
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THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
AYES:
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ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Meeting Date: January 13, 2014 tr,
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From: Jim Hunt, City Manager
Agenda Item: Authorizing the purchase of a truck with trade in of Subaru Forester
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The purchase of a used truck, for trade-in value plus $30,000.00, to replace the Subaru Forester
currently used as the City Manager Vehicle and as the City employee travel vehicle, is consistent
with City code and timely. The Subaru was purchased in 2008 and is no longer in safe or optimal
driving condition. It has been in an accident, sits low to the ground and is not safe to drive great
distances from Seward. It also lacks storage and the ability to haul large loads, consistent with the
needs of a vehicle assigned to the primary Incident Command Officer for the City. A truck will be
safer for travel for City employees including the City Manager and will have the added benefit of
being able to carry loads including emergency supplies.
Quotes were requested via email and telephone from three vendors. Of the two responses received
Lithia Dodge's quote was considerably less and more timely,justifying the alternative procedure for
procurement.
INTENT: To authorize the City Manager to purchase a truck for a cash amount after trade-in
consideration of the Subaru Forester not to exceed $30,000.00 and appropriating funds.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No NA
1 Comprehensive Plan: X
2 Strategic Plan: (Page 2) City Mission X
3 Other: X
FISCAL NOTE: Funding in an amount not to exceed $30,000.00 will come from the Motor Pool
Fund. This vehicle was included in th- 2014 Bud:et at an amount not to exceed $30,000.
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ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of Resolution 2014-0 t , authorizing the City Manager to purchase a truck
■up- for a cash amount after trade-in consideration of the Subaru Forester not to exceed $30,000, and
appropriating funds.
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City of Seward, Alaska City Council Minutes
November 12, 2013 Volume 39, Page
CALL TO ORDER
The November 12, 2013 regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at
7:00 p.m. by Mayor Jean Bardarson.
OPENING CEREMONY
Police Chief Tom Clemons led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Jean Bardarson presiding and
Marianna Keil Vanta Shafer
Ristine Casagranda Christy Terry
David Squires
comprising a quorum of the Council; and
Jim Hunt, City Manager
Johanna Kinney, City Clerk
Brenda Ballou, Deputy City Clerk
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Absent—None
Vacant—One
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR
PUBLIC HEARING
Paul Paquette spoke about the Lowell Point wastewater treatment facility. He said the
Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation(ADEC) and governor's office were fully aware
that the lagoon needed to be dredged and the sludge removed. He urged council to act quickly.
Tim McDonald said he was concerned about the Lease Agreement and Maintenance and
Operating Agreement contracts between the City of Seward and Seward Ship's DryDock(SSDD).
He thought the contract was unfair to the city,and left the city with no ownership of the property but
all the responsibility for its maintenance and liability. He called for council to perform a forensic
audit on these agreements between the city and SSDD.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Terry/Keil) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
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Squires requested to reorder the items under Other New Business by moving Items#3 and#4
(Vote and appoint qualified candidate to fill the council vacancy with a term to expire October 2014)
into the second and third positions,respectively, and moving all other items down.
Casagranda requested Resolution 2013-102 be pulled from the consent agenda.
Terry requested Resolution 2013-104 be added to the consent agenda.
Shafer requested to add a new item#7 under Other New Business to schedule a work session
to discuss the Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC).
Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Resolution 2013-104,Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into An Agreement With The
Army Corps Of Engineers To Inspect The Lowell Creek Flood Diversion,With An Agreement
Total Of$50,000,And A City Share Of 50%,Shared Amount Of$25,000,And Appropriating
Funds.
Non-objection to the liquor license renewals for Peking Restaurant,Gateway Liquor&Food
Mart, Seward Brewing Co. Restaurant, and Seward Brewing Co. Brewpub.
Mayor Bardarson communicated her wishes for council procedures going forward and Nod
solicited council's feedback, which yielded no objections. The adjustments to council
procedures included:
1. Remove the Mayor's Report because the mayor and city manager often attended the
same meetings and events; she would add any additional information necessary
following the city manager's report; and,
2. The City Manager's Report would be more administrative and high-level, and less
departmental and duty-related; the report would also include administration's
responses to any unanswered questions council asked at the previous City Council
meeting; and,
3. Council Members would be more involved in presenting proclamations; and,
4. In order to make the City Council meetings more business-like and efficient, items
coming before council that resulted in lengthy discussions or an abundance of questions
would be scheduled for a work session; council members would be welcome to ask
questions and have discussion, but if an abundance of questions and discussion
occurred a work session should be scheduled.
SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Proclamations & Awards
Introduction of Teen and Youth Council Members
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Recognition for outgoing members of council:
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• Mayor David Seaward
• Council Member Bob Valdatta
Borough Assembly Report,Sue McClure stated the assembly had had two meetings since
her last report. The new assembly president of the assembly was Hal Smalley,and Bill Smith from
Homer was the new vice president. McClure had recently joined the Kenai Peninsula Economic
Development District (KPEDD) as a borough representative, replacing Linda Murphy. At the
October 2013 meeting,the assembly had passed a$43 million revenue bond to expand the clinic at
Central Peninsula Hospital. At the November 2013 meeting,the assembly authorized$1.9 million to
close the Homer landfill; the bond sale of$23 million was authorized for the school roofs; and, a
disaster was declared officially due to the flooding throughout the borough, and appropriated
$500,000 for flood damage repairs. The next meeting would be December 3, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. and
would be broadcast on the radio at FM 88.1.
City Manager's Report,City Manager Jim Hunt stated the following purchase orders had
been approved since the last meeting: Anchorage Sand&Gravel for$16,845 for Jersey Barriers for
Lowell Creek Bridge,to be reimbursed under the September 2012 flood event;CMI for$15,500 for
the lease of a Volvo 460 excavator,to be reimbursed under the October 2013 flood event;Potelcom
Supply for $22,500 for the purchase of electrical wire.
Administration and Public Works met with representatives from the Alaska Department of
Environmental Conservation and Loren Leman from M.L. Foster about the Lowell Point Lagoon;
they discussed sludge removal, odor control and permitting requirements. Lowell Point residents
would be informed of the goals and timelines pertaining to the lagoon.
A contract had been signed with Harmon Construction in an amount not to exceed$22,200 to
complete siding repair on the Fire Station;this project would be completed by year end.The Seward
Volunteer Fire Department wanted to recognize the following status changes: Jonathan Gage to the
rank of Captain,Michael Vander Vegt to the rank of Lieutenant,and Michael McHone,Terry Moon
and Wally Corrigan to the rank of Engineer.
The Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) had reviewed the preliminary design
report for a new public crane, and had scheduled further review on December 4, 2013. The
washdown pad rules and rates were also being revised and reviewed by PACAB. Abatement of
asbestos in the Harbormaster Restrooms was completed on November 7,2013. The concrete floors
in the restrooms were currently being sawed and jackhammered.Harbor staff had resumed work on a
proposal to make guest (transient) moorage rates more flexible. Moorage contract renewal letters
would be mailed this week via first class USPS mail.
The City of Seward and the Seward Community Health Center(SCHC)had been awarded an
Affordable Care Act Grant to establish a new Federally Qualified Health Center(FQHC)in Seward
in the amount of$775,000 for the first year and $650,000 for the second year. Homeland Security
had finally recognized the emergent nature of the Lowell Canyon water issue,along with U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers, which may result in monitoring equipment being installed.
‘Ikor Shafer reminded administration that council had supported spending $5,000 to obtain a
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second opinion on the Lowell Point Sewage Lagoon issue,and said she would like to see that moved
forward. Long responded that administration was currently preparing the Request for Proposals for
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that project. In response to Casagranda, Hunt said the sludge removal for the Lowell Point Sewage
Lagoon project was completely contingent on funding, and that the city would need a source of
funding before releasing a Request for Proposals.
Bardarson reported that, as a Seward Community Health Center board member, she had
attended a conference in Seattle relating to Community Health Centers.
Other Reports, Announcements and Presentations
Presentation by Ed Morrison of Strategy-Nets on the Seward Economic Growth Plan.
Statements from applicants interested in the vacant City Council seat: Robert Thomas,
Dale Butts, Tim McDonald, and John French.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing
Resolution 2013-097,Amending The Wastewater Tariff By Upward Adjusting All Rates And
Fees By 5.2% Effective The First Billing Cycle In January 2014.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened.
Tim McDonald categorically objected to passing any of these budget resolutions because the
Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) fund was deficient.
No one else appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Terry/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-097
Keil said no one liked to raise rates,and previous councils had not raised rates commensurate
with infrastructure and maintenance issues. She would vote for the rate increases, even though she
didn't like to.
Casagranda suggested that there were other things that could be done within the budget rather
than raise rates.
Terry was in favor of this resolution and said the focus should be on fixing the city's
infrastructure.
Shafer was in favor of raising the rates at this time, but said for the next budget cycle there
should be better infrastructure reporting on what had been repaired versus what needed to be
repaired. She also suggested council revisit this issue again in the future to determine whether to
continue tying the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to various budget funds.
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‘irpr Hunt said when the city applied for loans through the Alaska Department of Environmental
Conservation (ADEC), it was necessary for the city to demonstrate the ability to repay those loans.
Therefore, the rates needed to be raised in order to show that that city could repay the loans; the
greater the ability to repay loans, the higher the score and the more ability to obtain funding to
perform infrastructure repairs.
Casagranda said as long as the rate increases continued to be tied to the CPI, rates would
continue to go up every year. She suggested that spending be cut rather than rates be increased.
Squires asked if there was a set amount from this rate increase being reserved specifically for
maintenance. Long explained that a CPI increase would only cover current costs and would not allow
for any additional repairs or maintenance to be performed; therefore, the rates for this fund were
being increased beyond the CPI to allow for additional funding for maintenance. Squires referred to
what Mr. Paquette had said during Citizen Comments,and Hunt said he was unaware of any ADEC
fine for non-compliance of aroma or discharge.
Keil said cities could no longer rely upon the state or federal government for helping to fix
infrastructure issues.
Motion Passed Yes: Shafer,Keil,Squires,Terry,Bardarson
No: Casagranda
Vacant: One
Resolution 2013-098,Amending The Wastewater Tariff By Upward Adjusting All Rates And
Fees By An Additional 5.2% Effective The First Billing Cycle In January 2015.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened.
Tim McDonald asked council to wait until next year to consider this resolution.
No one else appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Terry/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-098
Casagranda agreed that this resolution did not need to be passed right now. She suggested the
Wastewater Fund loan repayments be suspended in order to redirect funding towards addressing
maintenance issues rather than raise rates.
Keil said the citizens of Seward had voted to adopt a biennial budget cycle and that was why
this resolution needed to be considered now.
Motion Passed Yes: Terry, Shafer, Keil, Bardarson
No: Squires, Casagranda
Nlior Vacant: One
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Other Public Hearing Items
Resolutions 2013-080 through 2013-090,Adopting the City General Fund,Small Boat Harbor
Enterprise Fund,SMIC Enterprise Fund,Parking Enterprise Fund,Electric Enterprise Fund,
Water Enterprise Fund, Wastewater Enterprise Fund, Hospital Enterprise Fund, Seward
Mountain Haven Enterprise Fund, and Motor Pool Internal Service Fund Biennial Budgets
For Calendar Years 2014 And 2015,Adopting the 2014-2015 Capital Improvement Plan,And
Setting The Mill Rate.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened.
Bob Linville said he worked in the commercial fishing industry and was exposed to many
different ports and harbors around the state, and was able to compare Seward's harbor with others.
He said having a crane in the harbor was fundamental to Seward's success,and urged council to add
enough funding to obtain a crane. He provided council with a cost analysis laydown based on his
own research.
Tim McDonald agreed with Mr. Linville that Seward's harbor needed a crane. McDonald
was concerned about the SMIC budget and SSDD's contract/lease/operating agreement.He said until
those areas were addressed,he didn't believe any of the proposed budget numbers could be trusted
and a forensic audit of the city's financials should be performed.
John French also supported Mr. Linville's argument for having a crane in the harbor. He 'Nod
believed this would play a vital role in the future development and success of Seward.
Skip Reierson said there was no shortage of challenges facing Seward,but there was also a
tremendous amount of opportunity. He said SMIC was a good long-term strategy, but there were
many short-term priorities that needed to be addressed,including the Lowell Point Sewage Lagoon.
He hoped this new council would stay focused and present a unified front when they traveled to
Juneau to present Seward's goals for the future.
No one else appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Terry said, although she understood that the following issue was not included in the budget
discussions tonight, she wanted to know when administration would be able to present the actual
ramifications as to cost impact of employee healthcare and insurance.Long said administration was
waiting to hear from the Alaska Public Utilities Insurance Trust(APUIT),but that the increase was
expected to be 5.8% in 2014 and 3.0% in 2015.
In response to Squires, administration indicated that there would be future discussions with
council relating to the potential of establishing an assessment district at Maple Street.
Clerk's Note: These resolutions were before the public for an additional, but not required, public
hearing. Action for Resolutions 2013-080 through 2013-090 would be addressed under "New
Business. "
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None
NEW BUSINESS
Resolutions
Resolution 2013-080, Adopting The City General Fund Biennial Operating Budget For
Calendar Year 2014 And 2015 And Setting The Mill Rate.
Motion (Terry/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-080
Keil reiterated that the current mill rate of 3.12 for Seward would remain unchanged.
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Squires) Delete the transfers out of the General Fund
to the SMIC Enterprise Fund in 2015 in the
amount of$27,520.
Motion to Amend Failed Yes: Casagranda
No: Squires,Terry,Keil,Shafer,Bardarson
Vacant: One
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) Add one-third of a new Public Works Project
Manager position into the 2014 General
tur. Fund budget.
Motion to Amend Approved Yes: Squires,Keil,Shafer,Terry,Bardarson
No: Casagranda
Vacant: One
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Terry) Stop the loan payments in the amount of
$76,840 per year from the Wastewater
Fund to the General Fund during the 2014
and 2015 budget cycle.
Motion to Amend Passed Yes: Terry, Casagranda, Keil, Shafer,
Bardarson
No: Squires
Vacant: One
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-081,Adopting The Small Boat Harbor Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For
Calendar Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Keil/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-081 Laydown
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Motion Passed Unanimous
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Resolution 2013-082, Adopting The SMIC Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For Calendar
Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Terry/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-082
Keil reminded the public that the city's annual financial audit was available on the city's
website, and she encouraged citizens to verify the information they heard using this information.
Casagranda was not in support of this resolution because she felt each specific Enterprise
Fund should be able to support itself independently from the others.
Motion Passed Yes: Terry,Shafer,Keil,Squires,Bardarson
No: Casagranda
Vacant: One
Resolution 2013-083, Adopting The Parking Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For Calendar
Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Terry/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-083
Motion Passed Unanimous
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Resolution 2013-084, Adopting The Electric Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For Calendar
Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (KeiUTerry) Approve Resolution 2013-084
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-085, Adopting The Water Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For Calendar
Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Terry/Keil) Approve Resolution 2013-085
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) Add one-third of a new Public Works Project
Manager position into the 2014 Water
Enterprise Fund budget.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Squires) Add$673,360 of the Seward Mountain Haven
repayment loan to go into the Major Repair
and Replacement Fund (MRRF).
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Motion To Amend Died For Lack Of Second
Main Motion Passed Yes: Keil,Shafer,Terry,Squires,Bardarson
No: Casagranda
Vacant: One
Resolution 2013-086, Adopting The Wastewater Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For
Calendar Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Terry/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-086
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) Add one-third of a new Public Works Project
Manager position into the 2014 Wastewater
Enterprise Fund budget.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Keil) Stop the loan payments in the amount of
$76,840 per year from the Wastewater
Fund to the General Fund during the 2014
and 2015 budget cycle.
Motion to Amend Passed Yes: Terry, Casagranda, Shafer, Keil,
Bardarson
No: Squires
Vacant: One
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-087, Adopting The Motor Pool Internal Service Fund Biennial Budget For
Calendar Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Keil/Terry) Approve Resolution 2013-087
Motion to Amend (Keil/Terry) Strike$36,000 under Motor Pool for a new
parking vehicle and replace it with $18,000
for a used parking vehicle.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-088,Adopting The Hospital Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget For Calendar
Years 2014 And 2015.
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Motion (Terry/Keil) Approve Resolution 2013-088
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-089,Adopting The Seward Mountain Haven Enterprise Fund Biennial Budget
For Calendar Years 2014 And 2015.
Motion (Keil/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-089
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-090, Adopting The 2014-2015 Capital Improvement Plan.
Motion (Terry/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-090
Motion to Amend (Keil/Terry) Move the 50-ton washdown pad from the
2015 budget to the 2014 budget.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Increase the amount budgeted for the 5-Ton
Crane from $150,000 to $300,000 in 2014.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous r,.
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Strike "Replace the blowers at the Lowell
Point Treatment Plant"from the 2014/2015
budget.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-100,Authorizing Expenditures In An Amount Not To Exceed$75,000 For The
Seward Community Health Center, And Appropriating Funds.
Mayor Bardarson passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Keil and declared a potential conflict of
interest because she sat on the Seward Community Health Center Board. Keil ruled that a
conflict did not exist and there were no objections. Keil returned the gavel to Bardarson.
Motion (Squires/Terry) Approve Resolution 2013-100
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) In the 4" Whereas, strike the words "but
have not yet" and replace them with "and
has"; and, strike the entire last sentence
and replace it with, "The city has 120 days
from November 1, 2013 to implement the
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new health care center and open for
40. business."
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Bardarson/Terry) In the 3rd Whereas, strike the words
"evaluating the option of pursuing a look-
alike clinic while awaiting FQHC
designation;"
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Council recessed at 9:22 p.m.
Council resumed at 9:29 p.m.
Resolution 2013-101, Authorizing Expenditures In An Amount Not To Exceed $150,000 To
Remodel The Hospital Building To Improve Patient Flow For Clinic Patients And To Prepare
For Operation As A Community Health Center, And Appropriating Funds.
Mayor Bardarson declared a potential conflict of interest because she sat on the Seward
Community Health Center Board. Council raised no objections and allowed Bardarson to
continue.
Finance Director Kris Erchinger said this funding would come from the 1% sales tax
allocation and would result in a more efficient operation/workflow.
Motion (Terry/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-101
In response to Squires, Erchinger said there had been no city staff involved in the space
reconfiguration to date,but going forward the CHC people would collaborate with the city to move
the plans forward.
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) In the 1st Whereas,strike the words"are co-
applicants seeking" and replace it with
"receiving"; in the 3" Whereas, strike the
word "would" and replace it with "will";
and, in the 8th Whereas, strike the figure
"$600,000" and replace it with "$775,000."
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Slur Main Motion Passed Unanimous
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Resolution 2013-102, Supporting And Participating In The Seward Economic Growth Plan
(SEGP)Initiated And Maintained By The Seward Chamber Of Commerce, Conference And
Visitor's Bureau.
Council Member Terry declared a potential conflict of interest because she was a member of
the Chamber of Commerce Board. Mayor Bardarson ruled that no conflict existed.
Mayor Bardarson declared that she sat on the Core Team.
Motion (Terry/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-102
Casagranda said she had removed this from the consent agenda so she could propose an
amendment.
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Terry) In all instances,change the title of"Seward
Economic Growth Plan (SEGP)" to
"Seward Economic Growth Plan Process
(SEGPP)"; and in the 6th Whereas, add the
word"currently" after the word "has" and
before the word "identified" so it reads,
"...has currently identified..."
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-103, Supporting The Alaska Tobacco Control Alliance's Initiative To Make
All Alaska Workplaces 100% Smokefree.
Motion (Keil/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-103
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Terry) In the Title and in Section 1,strike the word
"make" and replace it with the word
"encourage."
Motion to Amend Passed Yes:Squires,Terry,Casagranda,Bardarson
No: Keil, Shafer
Vacant: One
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
Other New Business Items
Vote and appoint qualified candidate to fill the council vacancy with a term to expire October
2014.
City Clerk Johanna Kinney passed out ballots to council then collected them and read the first
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vote count as follows: 3 votes for Dale Butts and 3 votes for Robert Thomas.
Star Kinney explained to council that,procedurally,a tie vote would require ballots to be recast,
and that every candidate must be reconsidered equally for each voting occurrence.
Kinney passed out ballots to council then collected them and read the second vote count as
follows: 3 votes for Dale Butts and 3 votes for Robert Thomas.
Kinney passed out ballots to council then collected them and read the third vote count as
follows: 4 votes for Dale Butts and 2 votes for Robert Thomas.
Motion (Shafer/Terry) Appoint Dale Butts to the vacant council seat
with a term to expire October 2014.
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
City Clerk Johanna Kinney swore in Dale Butts as a council member and he took his seat at
the dais.
Mayor Bardarson appointed Dale Butts to be the Kenai Peninsula Economic Development
District(KPEDD)representative for 2014,and directed individual Boards & Commissions to
file quarterly reports to the City Council.
Council postponed scheduling a work session to discuss transient merchants on the South
Harbor Uplands until January 13,2014.
Cancel the November 25, 2013 and December 23, 2013 City Council Meetings.
Motion (Keil/Shafer) Cancel November 25,2013 & December 23,
2013 regular city council meetings.
Motion Passed Yes:Terry,Shafer,Keil,Casagranda,Butts,
Bardarson
No: Squires
Council scheduled a work session to discuss FQHC on November 25,2013 at 6:00 p.m.in City
Council Chambers,and directed administration to invite the CHC Board and City Attorney to
attend.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
Cost Summary for the Electric Warehouse Project.
Terry encouraged council to keep a close eye on these expenses.
In response to Bardarson,Long said there were no known large expense line items omitted or
missing from this report.
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Keil congratulated the Parks&Recreation Department for a successful Halloween Carnival
turnout and she congratulated everyone for their promotions at the Seward Volunteer Fire
Department.
Casagranda thanked everyone who ran for the vacant council seat.
Squires thanked everyone who ran for the vacant council seat,and welcomed Dale Butts to
council. He was concerned that funding for remodeling the hospital building to ready it as a
Community Health Center might run short because he didn't see any engineering expenses built into
the request. He was also concerned about the donation to the city of the boat Gipsy, to which
administration responded that the Harbormaster and City Attorney were addressing the issue. Squires
thanked Mr. Linville for doing research on harbor cranes.
Shafer wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Terry thanked everyone who ran for the vacant council seat, and encouraged people to
volunteer for the city's other Boards and Commissions. She thanked the members of the CHC Board
and Providence Hospital people who contributed their time and effort to move the project forward.
And she wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hanukkah.
Butts thanked council for voting him in,and encouraged people to apply for the Planning and NSF
Zoning Commission.
Bardarson thanked everyone who ran for the vacant council seat, and thanked all Veterans
for their service.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
John French thanked council for considering him as a candidate for council. Speaking as the
Vice Chair for the Historic Preservation Commission, he requested that the SEGPP report be
provided electronically to the commission so they could coordinate efforts. He encouraged
administration to look into the Environmental Justice Program that was offered by the Environmental
Protection Agency to see if Seward qualified for federal funding or assistance with the Lowell Point
Sewage Lagoon.
Tim McDonald thanked council for considering him as a candidate,and congratulated Dale
Butts for being voted onto council. Harkening back to his earlier comments, he said his concern
about the SSDD contracts was that the city received no financial benefits yet was responsible for
critical environmental issues. He suggested that the media and federal agencies be alerted.
Skip Reierson congratulated council and administration on their hard work on the budget,
and wished them luck in dealing with the legislators in Juneau. He was looking forward to $2.9
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million in newly-paved roads and hoped it would be completed by next winter.
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Keil clarified that the mill and sales tax rates had remained the same for many years.
Long said contracts were a public process,and he thanked everyone for their collaboration on
the budget.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:23 p.m.
Johanna Kinney Jean Bardarson
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CALL TO ORDER
The December 9, 2013 regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at
7:00 p.m. by Mayor Jean Bardarson.
OPENING CEREMONY
Police Chief Tom Clemons led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Jean Bardarson presiding and
Vanta Shafer Ristine Casagranda
Christy Terry Marianna Keil
David Squires
comprising a quorum of the Council; and
Ron Long, Assistant City Manager
Cheryl Brooking, City Attorney
Johanna Kinney, City Clerk
Brenda Ballou, Deputy City Clerk
Absent—Dale Butts
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR
PUBLIC HEARING
Teri Arnold said she received an email update from Public Works relating to the Lowell
Point Sewage Lagoon odor problem,and read the email response that Linda Paquette sent on behalf
of the citizens of Lowell Point. Arnold requested to have an update tonight about the desludging
plans for the lagoon, and was concerned that the city would not be taking any action until the
springtime.
Kim Reierson said she was here as the President of the Seward Community Foundation,and
gave a 2013 annual recap report. The Seward Community Foundation was a philanthropic
organization which had been in existence for the last five years. She said only the earnings from
investments were what were distributed to non-profit agencies throughout Seward,and the principal
amount remained intact for investing. There was currently$2.6 million in the Foundation's budget,
and they had given out $49,000 this year.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Keil/Terry) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda s
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Terry pulled the discussion item regarding council membership to the Alaska Mobility
*tar Coalition from the agenda because the Parks and Recreation Department had recently joined as a
member on behalf of the City of Seward.
Casagranda pulled the introduction of Ordinance 2013-013 off the consent agenda.
Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Resolution 2013-109, Approving Amendment No. 24 To The Contract With Kent Dawson
Company, Inc. For State Lobbying Services Through December 31, 2015 For A Total Of
$84,500, Annually With An Additional$12,000 Annually From The Seward Association For
The Advancement Of Marine Science For Lobbying On Behalf Of Its Lease And Operation Of
The Alaska SeaLife Center For A Total Of$96,500 Annually.
Resolution 2013-110, Approving Amendment No. 16 To The Contract With Robertson,
Monagle, & Eastaugh,A Professional Corporation,Extend The Term For Federal Lobbying
Representation Through December 31,2015 For A Total Of$92,000.00 Annually.
Resolution 2013-111, Accepting Funds Up To $7,280 From Alaska OWL (Online With
Libraries) For The Internet Technology Aide Grant And Appropriating otay Resolution 2013-112, Electing To Participate In The AML/JIA Loss Control Incentive
Program For The City Of Seward.
Resolution 2013-113, Authorizing A Contract Through December 31, 2015, With All Alaska
News Unlimited, LLC For Display Advertising In The Seward Phoenix Log At A Rate Of
$210.00 Per Week.
Resolution 2013-116, Supporting Seward's Third Annual Spring Break Up Festival And
Inviting Everyone To Participate.
Approval of the October 28,2013 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes and the November 4,
2013 City Council Special Meeting Minutes.
Direct the City Clerk to send a letter from Mayor Bardarson to Sister City Obihiro, Japan
Mayor Yonezawa, inviting a mural delegation to Seward in 2014.
Non-objection to the liquor license renewal for Thorn's Showcase Lounge.
Per request of the committee, continue the term of the Seward Recreation Committee, a
Special Ad Hoc Citizen Advisory Committee, through 2014.
SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Introduction of new Seward Police Officer Morgan Woodard.
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Proclamations & Awards -None
Borough Assembly Report, Sue McClure stated the assembly met last Tuesday, and the
Kenai Peninsula School District had reported a cut to their budget by over $1.25 million. The
assembly appropriated the $23 million from the revenue bonds for the school roof projects. The
assembly also appropriated$1.0 million from the state for flood mitigation projects; a complete list
of those projects was available on the borough's website. The assembly would meet next on January
7, 2014 and would include a discussion for capping the senior property tax exemption due to
stacking exemptions.
City Manager's Report, Assistant City Manager Ron Long stated there had been no
purchase orders between$10,000 and$50,000 approved by the City Manager since the last council
meeting. The new AVTEC dorms were close to receiving a Certificate of Occupancy.Administration
had conversations with the Alaska Department of Transportation area planners about initiating the
road repairs related to the $2.7 million earmark; monies were available for roads, but not for
sidewalks. Administration would be coordinating a meeting between the state, FEMA, U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers and city staff on the Lowell Canyon diversion project. Three qualified experts in
Alaska had submitted information for the city to analyze relating to aerating lagoon wastewater
treatment plants,and administration would have a recommendation for council soon. Assistant City
Manager Ron Long met with Governor Parnell about the remaining funding needed for the SMIC
breakwater project. R&M Consulting had completed, and administration had signed off and
submitted the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application for the SMIC improvements; this
included dredge,fill and breakwater rock quantities,environmental impacts and mitigation measures,
and alternatives and selection process information.
In the Finance Department, Kenai Peninsula Borough reported the following increases in
Seward's taxable sales by quarter between 2012 and 2013, as of November 30, 2013: 1st Quarter
2013 was 0.06% higher than 2012; 2' Quarter was 4.75% higher than 2012; and, 3rd Quarter was
11.04% higher than 2012. Finance Director Kris Erchinger was considering postponing
implementation of the new accounting software due to some personnel changes occurring with the
vendor. Kim Kowalski-Rogers was congratulated for her 24 years of dedicated service as a member
of city staff Preparations had begun for the annual audit, as well as for the transition to a new
Community Health Center.And,the completed the council-approved 2014/2015 biennial budget was
expected to be distributed by year-end.
In Public Works, the contractor had completed work on the refurbishment of the City Hall
Annex Building.Community Development and the Electric Utility Departments would be moving in
by the end of January,2014,or upon completion of the in-house painting,electrical and IT work. A
letter of Intent to Award was issued to Harmon Construction on December 5, 2013 for the ADA
Sidewalk Improvement Project. ADA compliance work and sidewalk repairs in the downtown area
would be completed no later than June 1,2014. The original vendor who installed the blowers at the
Lowell Point Sewage Lagoon were contacted, and it was determined that only the motors needed to
be replaced, not the blowers; an email communication was sent to Lowell Point residents on
December 6, 2013 to inform them of the update. The borough had approved the city's request for
$98,667 to complete the Dairy Hill Drainage Mitigation Project, as well as the purchase of the `41rd
property that contained the drainage channel; the project completion deadline was May 30, 2014.
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Regarding the North Seward Water Storage Tank Project, CRW Engineering Group, LLC finished
the replat for the Gateway Subdivision and submitted it to the borough for review on November 6,
2013.
The Electric Utility Department reported a borough-wide outage on November 22, 2013
which affected the entire Kenai Peninsula. The outage was caused by a generation unit tripping off
all generation on the Peninsula. The borough-wide outage lasted approximately four hours, but the
city's backup generation facility started within 45 minutes. Crews were working on putting up the
holiday street lighting and replacing street light bulbs. Thanks to Dano Michaud for hiking up Bear
Mountain and replacing the lights on the hillside Christmas tree. The warehouse building's walls,
roofing and insulation panels were on-site in Seward, and the framing was nearly competed.
In the Harbor,on October 22,2013,Deputy Harbormaster Norm Regis was recognized as the
Seward Harbor Employee of the Year 2013 by the Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port
Administrators. Crews were preparing for the Polar Bear Jump Off which was scheduled for January
18, 2014. The Harbormaster's Building received a new state-furnished tourism sign for the side of
the building from the Fish&Game Department which highlighted the wildlife attractions in our area.
The Harbormaster's Letter of Compliance Notice and follow up meetings with Seward's Ship Dry
Dock had largely resolved maintenance,permitting, insurance and recordkeeping issues.
City Attorney's Report,Cheryl Brooking stated for October through November,20,2013,
she had worked with administration related to contract and personnel matters,code enforcement and
revision considerations, maritime leases and vessel impoundment issues. At the recent Alaska
%or Municipal Attorney's Association Conference, Brooking was elected to be the 2014 President, and
Co-Chair for the Municipal Attorney's Section of the Alaska Bar Association.
Other Reports, Announcements and Presentations
Council Travel Reports on the 2013 Alaska Municipal League Conference
Casagranda attended sessions on the following topics: Affordable Care Act, Arctic Issues,
Lobbying the Legislature, Energy Use in Alaska's Public Facilities, and Small Community
Emergency Response Planning.
Terry attended sessions on the following topics: Economic Development Toolkit-Parts I&
II,Oil&Gas Workshop,Alaska Community Transportation Board,and Economy of Finance in State
& Local Governments in the United States.
Bardarson attended the Mayors' Conference where there were roundtable discussions relating
to road needs,education,PERS,Department of Transportation,pesticides,arctic issues,and the new
Federal Aviation Administration rules. She also attended AML sessions on the following topics:
FEMA Risk Mapping and USDA Rural Development.
Seward Recreation Committee Update by Chair Jena Petersen.
Planning and Zoning Commission Quarterly Report for 3" Quarter, 2013.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing `S°
Resolution 2013-105,Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Special Contract With
The Seward Association For The Advancement Of Marine Science (SAAMS) For Adjusted
Electric Rates.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened.
Alaska SeaLife Center Director Darryl Schaefermeyer supported this resolution and said
continuing this arrangement was critical for the SeaLife Center as it was the largest year-round user
of electricity in the city at 5 million Kilowatt hours.
Motion (Terry/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-105
By unanimous consent, council suspended the rules to allow Schaefermeyer to respond to
questions.
In response to Squires,Schaefermeyer said there were 85 permanent,full-time employees at
the Alaska SeaLife Center,but during the summer months that number rose to between 125 and 130
employees,and the annual payroll was about$3.7 million.Keil asked how many visitors the Alaska
SeaLife Center had this year and Schaefermeyer said this year's numbers exceeded all years since
2008.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-106, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Special Contract With
Icicle Seafoods, Inc. For Adjusted Electric Rates For Seward Fisheries.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened. No one appeared to address the Council and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Keil/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2013-106
Bardarson asked if the finance department had an opportunity to review, and Foutz said he
had signed off in lieu of the Finance Director.
Council directed administration to clearly document department head signatures on the
agenda statements in the future so it was clear who was reviewing and approving.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-107,Recommending Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The City Owned
Lot 4,Block 7,Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision,Seward Marine Industrial Center(SMIC), '
Washdown Pad Replat, Located Within The Industrial Zoning District.
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Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
`44114.0 hearing was opened. No one appeared to address the Council and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Terry/Keil) Approve Resolution 2013-107
In response to Casagranda, Long said the current Seward Ship's DryDock (SSDD) lease
agreement did not interfere with this resolution because the area of Block 7 dedicated to the
washdown pad had been"carved out"of the SSDD lease via this resolution. Casagranda asked if the
City Attorney had an opportunity to review this resolution and Brooking said she had no knowledge
of and not been involved in this replat.
Squires asked why this resolution did not require a subdivision agreement, as it was his
understanding that it would be required per city code, and Long answered that this resolution was
consistent with the SMIC development plan and he was unaware that there should be a subdivision
agreement required by code. Squires had an additional concern that the roads throughout this
subdivision had not yet been platted. Terry disagreed with Squires and thought the roadways should
remain flexible while the SMIC area was being developed.Acting Harbormaster Matt Chase said
that two corners of the new washdown pad infringed on the existing easement, and that was the
reason for this replat. He said this replat had any impact on the SSDD lease.
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) On the 7th Whereas, strike the word "a" so
the sentence reads: "...Block 7 is currently
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sewer, electric and other utilities; no
subdivision installation agreement shall be
required; and,"
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-108, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A New Lease With
Harmon Properties LLC For Lot 3, Block 3 Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Seward
Marine Industrial Center, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Plat No. 97-27 Seward Recording
District, Third Judicial District, State Of Alaska.
Long said administration had been working toward procuring more private investment to
move the SMIC project forward. To that end,Harmon Properties' wished to lease a parcel east of the
Alaska Logistics' lease with the intent to build a boat storage facility on this property.A requirement
of this lease would be that Harmon assumed all environmental responsibility for this property.This
would be a 20-year lease with two 5-year options to extend the lease.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened. No one appeared to address the Council and the public hearing was closed.
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Keil asked if this lease would allow Harmon Properties to sublease the property,and Long
said a sublease could be approved by the City Manager on recommendation of the Harbormaster.
Terry was in support of this resolution and was happy to see a local company take this opportunity.
Motion Passed Unanimous
UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None
NEW BUSINESS
Ordinances for Introduction
Ordinance 2013-013,Authorizing Employees Of The Seward Community Health Center To Be
Non-PERS Employees Of The City For A Limited Time,And Amending Portions Of Titles 2
And 3 Of The Seward City Code.
Motion (Keil/Shafer) Introduce Ordinance 2013-013
Casagranda pulled this from the consent agenda because she thought there should be a
specified period of time built into the language of the ordinance. In response, Brooking said this
ordinance was designed to be more general than the contract itself,and would act as the guideline;in
that respect, the ordinance wouldn't have to be amended in the future, only the contract.
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Squires asked why so much language from Title 2 was proposed to be removed. Brooking
said that the CHC would eventually be a stand-alone entity and the city would not have control over
the CHC board. Further, Brooking said the length of terms and the potential for having term limits
would be determined and set and governed by CHC Articles and Bylaws; only the size of the board
was governed by Federal law. Squires asked if the city would be responsible for the financial
decisions made by the CHC board, and Brooking confirmed that the city would be indemnified by
the construct of the CHC board's employment agreement.
Motion to Amend (Squires/Casagranda) Strike Section 2.40.040(B)which read,"The
city shall have the right to approve the
selection of an executive director of
SCHC."
Motion to Amend Passed Yes: Keil, Shafer, Squires, Bardarson
No: Terry, Casagranda
Main Motion Passed Yes:Keil,Shafer,Terry,Squires,Bardarson
No: Casagranda
Resolutions
Resolution 2013-114, Authorizing An Increase In The Project Costs For The Harbor '
Restrooms Project In An Amount Not To Exceed$17,077,With Funding To Come From The
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Commercial Passenger Vessel Tax, And Appropriating Funds.
Motion (Terry/Keil) Approve Resolution 2013-114
Long said this resolution was a continuance of the Harbor Restroom Project, but was not a
change order to the existing contract. Rather,this was a request to use additional state funds for other
necessary purchases not previously identified.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2013-115, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into An Agreement With
Raibow Fiberglass And Boat Repair, LLC For Additional Land At The Seward Marine
Industrial Center.
Motion (Terry/Casagranda) Approve Resolution 2013-115
Long said this was to clarify and "tidy up" the existing lease with Raibow and prepare the
adjacent property for the upcoming lease with Harmon Properties.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Other New Business Items -None
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
City and Providence Financial Reports for September and October 2013.
Seward Mural Society information packet regarding the friendship mural created in Obihiro,Japan
in September of 2013.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Keil congratulated Officer Woodard on joining the Police Department,and she was happy to
see another young family move to Seward. She also thought the Christmas craft fair was well
attended, and encouraged everyone to attend the Breakfast with Santa next weekend.
Squires congratulated Officer Woodard and said,having worked with Woodard in the past,
Squires thought he was a fine individual and a quality worker. He hoped administration would
encourage department heads to volunteer as fire fighters and/or EMTs.
Shafer said she experienced first-hand the responsiveness of the Seward Volunteer Fire
Department because she had had a chimney stack fire. She commended the fire fighters for being fast
and efficient, and was very appreciative. She wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Terry expressed her condolences to the Fletcher family. She thanked the Alaska SeaLife
Center for their annual Christmas party, and for continuing the free Alaska resident visitations on
Wednesdays. She said the Museum, although closed throughout the winter, was open to the public
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on Saturdays free of charge. She thanked the Seward Community Foundation for their hard work.
And, she encouraged people to apply for the Planning and Zoning Commission. She wished everyone
a Merry Christmas.
Bardarson congratulated Norm Regis for receiving the Employee of the Year Award, and
thanked Kim Kowalski-Rogers for her years of service. She thanked the Alaska Railroad for
providing the terminal building for the Christmas craft fair. She expressed her condolences to the
families of Chet Thorne and Skip Fletcher and to Jim Hunt in the loss of his father. She wished
everyone Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Linda Paquette said the ADEC was finishing the city's Notice of Violation and the city
could expect to receive it very soon. She didn't understand why the city couldn't get a quote or
estimate for the desludging and removal of sludge for the Lowell Point Sewage Lagoon. She thanked
everyone for listening, and wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Dave Paperman, speaking as a CHC board member,thanked council for amending the CHC
ordinance tonight.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZEN COMMENTS
Keil suggested the city use some money from the General Fund for some infrastructure
improvements in the city, including sludge removal and sidewalk improvements.
Terry was concerned that the city was not exercising all the contractual requirements and
opportunities, such as approving the selection of the executive director as Paperman stated, and
encouraged council to adhere to all contractual obligations and not"pick and choose"what it would
adhere to.
Squires fully appreciated the concerns expressed by Paquette, and encouraged the Lowell
Point citizens to be patient with the procurement process the city required. He also hoped the CHC
board crafted and proposed a good, thorough and citizen-minded contract.
Long said, regarding the Lowell Point Sewage Lagoon,the city's procurement process was
cumbersome, but it was necessary to do it properly.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER
The December 16,2013 a special meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at
12:00 p.m. by Mayor Jean Bardarson.
OPENING CEREMONY
Vice Mayor Keil led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Jean Bardarson presiding and
Marianna Keil Christy Terry
Vanta Shafer David Squires
Ristine Casagranda Dale Butts
comprising a quorum of the Council; and
Jim Hunt, City Manager
Johanna Kinney, City Clerk
Absent—None
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR
PUBLIC HEARING -None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion(Terry/Shafer) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion(Terry/Keil) Delete Resolution 2013-117 from the
Consent Agenda and Regular Agenda
Terry stated Resolution 2013-118 which she co-sponsored with Keil stated council's intent to
both exercise their right in approving the selection of the Seward Community Health Center's
Executive Director and formally approving the selection at the same time. She felt the extra
resolution was redundant and not needed.
Finance Director Kris Erchinger explained the importance to create two different actions,
one for the council to agree to exercise its right to approve the selection of an executive director,and
then another action to vote on the selection. Erchinger felt otherwise it could set precedence that
when the city"shall have the right"to take action,it will be interpreted that they"shall"take action.
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Main Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
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Resolution 2013-118,Approving The Seward Community Health Center (SCHC) Board Of
Director's Selection Of Sharon Montagnino As The Executive Director Of The SCHC.
PUBLIC HEARING
Ordinance for Public Hearing and Enactment
Ordinance 2013-013,Authorizing Employees Of The Seward Community Health Center To Be
Non-PERS Employees Of The City For A Limited Time,And Amending Portions Of Titles 2
And 3 Of The Seward City Code.
Hunt said much diligence and research had gone into the preparation of this ordinance by the
Finance Director and the City Attorney. He recommended enactment to move forward on the
Nir, creation of the Community Health Center in Seward.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public
hearing was opened. No one appeared to address the Council and the public hearing was closed.
Motion (Keil/Shafer) Enact Ordinance 2013-013
Motion to Amend (Casagranda/Squires) Amend Ordinance 2013-013,by striking in
"a limited time" in the title and replacing
with "three years".
Casagranda was concerned with not having a specific time designated for the SCHC
employees to be non-PERS employees.
Shafer felt like perhaps they should give them five years, then.
Squires felt the time period should be specified in the contract, simply because they were
enacting an ordinance,which should deal with specific timeframes. It would be more appropriate in
a resolution that approved a contract.
Terry agreed, but strongly hoped the length of time SCHC employees would be city
Nor., employees would be addressed in the contract.
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City Attorney Cheryl Brooking noted charter provisions prohibit contracts to be longer than
five years without voter approval.
Motion to Amend was withdrawn by Casagranda and Squires.
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, making the
following changes to Seward City Code
2.40.010 of the proposed code language:
"The city and the board intends to work
cooperatively together wit suer, entity *"e
Beams to improve access to primary health
care in the community..."
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, adding "the
Seward City Code" after "in the best
interests of the community," in Seward
City Code 2.40.020,Section B.
Terry felt it needed to be implicit that the SCHC followed the code,especially until a contract
was in place.
Keil wondered if it might conflict other sections of the code,like the personnel section of the
code, where council had directed that the SCHC not pertain to certain portions of that code.
Motion to'Amend was withdrawn by Terry and Casagranda.
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013 by reinstating
Section A of Seward City Code 2.40.030
and adding a new Section B: "The Board
shall provide annually all the SCHC
records necessary to assure that the SCHC
operations comply with applicable Federal,
State and local laws and regulations."
Terry said this approving this language in the powers and duties of the board section of the
code would ensure the provision of records from the SCHC to the city,as similar language was also
addressed in the section regarding city powers and duties.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, adding to
Section B of Seward City Code 2.40.020
"this chapter of 2.40 of the Seward City Ned
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Code" after the words, "in the*lbw interests of the community,".
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, strike the
word"unreasonably"in Seward City Code
2.40.030, Section A.
Brooking said she understood that it was difficult to measure what is reasonable and
unreasonable, but the proposed language was taken directly from the Federal statutes.
Motion to Amend was withdrawn by Terry and Casagranda.
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, creating a
new Section C in Seward City Code
2.40.030: "C. The Board shall enter into a
co-applicant agreement with the City of
Seward."
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
fir.► Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013,add to Section
C of Seward City Code 2.40.040: ", which
then returns to council as governed in
Seward City Code 2.40.030 (A)."
Squires hoped this financial information would be brought to council timely so as to avoid
having to schedule extra budget meetings and work sessions.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Motion to Amend (Terry/Keil) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, striking
Section D of Seward City Code 2.40.040,
which read: "The city council shall have
the right to approve financial management
policies for the SCHC, assure
accountability for SCHC resources,
approve the annual SCHC community
health center project budget, and provide
long range financial planning for SCHC."
and renumber accordingly.
Terry felt this requirement was already addressed in a number of other places.
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Motion to Amend Passed Yes: Shafer, Keil, Butts, Terry,
Casagranda,Bardarson
No: Squires
Motion to Amend (Terry/Casagranda) Amend Ordinance 2013-013, striking ", if
any,"in Seward City Code 3.01.020 Section
C.
Terry thought it was fully expected by the city,the public and the SCHC that an agreement
will be in place, so the words "if any" could lead to a question of ambiguity.
Motion to Amend Passed Unanimous
Main Motion Passed Unanimous
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Shafer said Merry Christmas to everyone.
Terry also wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Bardarson wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Hunt hoped to have clear communication with Providence and the SCHC board to make this
project successful. He hoped everyone would work to avoid the perception of not communicating
with each other.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Sandie Roach'asked if a contract was already signed between the city and the SCHC Board
of Directors.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZEN COMMENTS
Brooking stated she was referring to a co-applicant agreement dated March 26,2013 which
was included in the grant application packet.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 12:46 p.m.
Johanna Kinney, CMC Jean Bardarson
City Clerk Mayor
(City Seal)
Agenda Statement
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Meeting Date: January 13, 2014
From: Johanna Kinney, City Clerk
Agenda Item: Continuation of the Port and mmerce Advisory Board
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
This is an annual formality. Seward City Code 2.30.330 states that at the first meeting of each fiscal
year, the City Council may continue by affirmative vote the existence of the Port and Commerce
Advisory Board. If it fails to do this, the Board will cease to exist within 30 days.
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve this continuation and renew the Port and Commerce Advisory Board through
January 2015.
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City Council Rules of Procedure
VALUATION OF APPOINTED OFFICIALS Nftailil
Rule 16. The City Council shall evaluate the performance of the City Attorney, City Clerk and the
City Manager separately and annually during the first council meeting in January, February and
March of each year. These can be conducted in Executive Session. During the evaluation, the
Council shall set goals,priorities and conduct salary negotiation for these appointed officials for the
upcoming year.
The City Attorney, City Manager and City Clerk will complete a summary stating their
accomplishments for the past review period and their goals for the upcoming review period. The
City Clerk will provide the necessary blank evaluation forms,and the appointed official's completed
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goals and accomplishments stknimary,to the Council no later than two weeks prior to the scheduled
evaluation. The Mayor can appoint a member of the Council to receive the completed forms and
tabulate the results prior to the formal evaluation sessions. At any time,the council may,by majority
vote,make a motion to hold additional evaluations as they feel is necessary.
[See Appendices A4-6 for City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk evaluation forms.]
GIVING DIRECTION TO APPOINTED OFFICIALS
RULE 17. The Manager, Clerk and Attorney work for the Council as a body and may not take
direction from any individual member of the Council if doing so would conflict with the wishes of
the majority. Generally, requests for research or drafting of ordinances, resolutions or other
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documents should be made at a meeting or work session to give dissenting members of the Council
an opportunity to object to the request and to assure the appointed official that the direction given is
supported by a majority of Council.
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City Of Seward
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Certificate Of Congratulations
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Awarded To:
former Seward City Clerk
Jean Lewis , MMC
Jean Lewis, Retired Seward City Clerk and the Alaska Association of
Municipal Clerk's 2010 Clerk of the Year, recently earned the prestigious
designation of Master Municipal Clerk from the International Institute of
Municipal Clerks on December 19, 20.13. Lewis has shown great
dedication by achieving this title in her retirement.
Congratulations from the Seward City Council on this great success!
Dated: January 13, 2014 Gait) At064.4107\)
Jean Bardarson, Mayor
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Johanna Kinney
From: Ashley Carroll <ashley@iimc.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 19, 2013 11:26 AM �
To: Johanna Kinney
Subject: IIMC Congratulates Jean A. Lewis, MMC
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Dear Johanna Kinney,
Jean A. Lewis, MMC of From the City of Sevvmnd.AK, has earned the designation of Master Municipal Clerk(yNYNC),
which is awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (MC), Inc.
IIMC grants the MMC designation only to those municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements; and
who have a record of significant contributions to their local government, their community and state.
The International Institute of Municipal Clerks, founded in 1947, has 10,300 members throughout the United States,
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Canada and 15 other countries, and the mission of this global non-profit corporation isto enhance the education
opportunities and professional development of its diverse membership.
In light of the speed and drastic nature of change these days, lifelong learning is not only desirable, it is necessary for all
in local government to keep pace with growing demands and changing needs of the citizens we serve. Your City can take
immense pride in Jean's educational accomplishments and achievement of this milestone,
On behalf of the IIMC Board of Directors, I am honored to endorse the conferring of MMC to Jean A. Lewis, MMC of From
the City of Seward, AK.We share your pride in this achievement and we applaud your support of the role Jean plays in
your city.
Sincerely,
Marc Lemoine, MMC
IIMC President
Sent by: Ashley Carroll
Verification Specialist
IIMC Education Department
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Johanna Kinney
From: Jim Hunt <jimshunt @yahoo.com>
sent: Friday,January 03, 2014 5:22 PM
To: Johanna Kinney
Subject: Fwd:from Joe Fong
Jo,
I would like to enter this into the next meeting's record.
Thank you,
J
Begin forwarded message:
From: DianeSeeber@aol.com
Date: January 3, 2014 at 1:49:09 PM AKST
To:jimshunt@yahoo.com
Subject: from Joe Fong
Providence Seward Family Care Clinic Closure
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Providence Clinic closing?
In November, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services announced that the City of Seward was
awarded federal grant money to open and operate a Community Health Center / Federally Qualified Health
Center. Providence has worked collaboratively with the City of Seward and the Seward Community Health
Center (SCHC) Board on the application process. Through this partnership we determined it was in the best
interest and service to the community to close our clinic in favor of the SCHC instead of operating separate
clinics.
What is a federally designated Community Health Center (CHC) or Federal Qualified Health Center
(FQHC)
Federally designated Community Health Centers meet specific guidelines on the provision of primary care
services. Through an application process, the US Department of Health & Human Services evaluates and
awards the designation and associated benefits.
Federally Qualified Health Center is often used interchangeably with a CHC though the FQHC designation
refers more specifically to a reimbursement designation.
What is the timeline for our clinic closure and the opening of the SCHC?
The last day the Providence Seward Family Care Clinic will be open will be Friday, February I4, 20I4.
The projected opening of the Seward Community Health Center is Wednesday, February 26, 20I4.
The SCHC will occupy the same space as our current clinic and we anticipate at least some remodeling to the
space prior to the opening
Will Providence staff and providers be affected?
Since we are closing our clinic, several positions will be affected. They are: Clinic physicians Clinic mid-levels
(Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) Clinic nurses Clinic nursing assistants Front Desk registration
i staff
What about other related business functions?
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At this time we do not anticipate affecting any billing, coding or medical record functions. We will continue
to evaluate through and after the clinic closure.
What are we doing for affected staff)
Administration is meeting with those staff individually and as a group to provide information and offer
support with the transition. Options include applying for positions with the SCHC, applying for other
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positions with Providence in Seward or elsewhere.
This is a difficult process and we ask staff to be supportive of those affected but also respect their privacy if
they are not comfortable sharing their individual plans or discussions.
What is being communicated to our patients?
A letter will be sent to active clinic patients around January 2, 2014 notifying them of the closure of our
clinic and the opening of the SCHC. This letter will indicate the SCHC as a new clinic and that they will
need to schedule appointments and register as a new patient with SCHC. Further, they will need to complete
a Release of Information form to transfer their medical records to SCHC or any other provider they decide to
see after our closure.
What will patients do between February 15th and February 26th if they need care?
Patients should try to schedule follow-up appointments prior to February I5th. Between February I5th and
26th they may need to consider other alternatives. In the event of an emergency they are advised to seek care
through the ER.
What services will we continue to provide?
We will continue to provide emergency, inpatient and swing bed services, lab and radiology services as well as
therapies and long term care. We will continue to evaluate and accept referrals to these services as we
previously have.
Where do I find more information?
SCHC has a monitored voice message phone number at (907) 224-CARE (2273). You may direct questions
about their services, questions from the community to that number.
If you have Providence related questions, you can direct them to your supervisor for follow-up. This is
complex change with many facets and we or the SCHC may not have the answers to all your questions but we
will try to answer them as we move forward.
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