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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02032015 Planning & Zoning Packet Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Packet .. . . . , . , „.,,, , • ., A 44 t:Ce..{.4.''. .' ' .4''''' :' . . •...Y i;.:•.6,;$ • N tlY'' 1 IWP 7' •f' *4., .. ....*tf• ;E. 4%-. .art •�• ' . r ' ?�i '. '' .. / •...777777 }. J .n). ` J`' r . t. ' •'�-L 4' v± ' - r..�y•.■ ' �.' . alai_ ear 1- ,'v i 1 • t .Sr. f .-... y ' : il,. Vii,: ,v-t-.. ,,� t . "PA . ..•:..4# 4..;` S I vv A _ D .; ... February 3, 2015 Regular Meeting City Council Chambers Beginning at 7:00 p.m. . of Skit. atas*" Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Regular Meeting February 3, 2015 7:00 p.m. ity Council Chambers Cindy Ecklund Chair 1. Call to Order Term Expires 02/17 2. Opening Ceremony Martha Fleming Vice Chair A. Pledge of Allegiance Term Expires 02/17 Janet Coulter 3. Roll Call Commissioner Term Expires 02/15 4. Special Reports&Presentations Vacant A. City Administration Report Commissioner Term Expires 02/16 B. Other Reports,Announcements&Presentations Gary Seese 5. Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items Commissioner Term Expires 02/16 scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 3 Tom Swann minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda Commissioner item] Term Expires 02/16 6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda. [Approval of Margaret Anderson Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk(*). Commissioner Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a Term Expires 02/15 Commissioner so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda.] Jim Hunt City Manager Ron Long Assistant City Manager Donna Glenz Planner Dwayne Atwood Planning Technician Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda February 3, 2015 1 7. Public Hearings [Limit comments to 5 minutes. Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak] A. Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing—None B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing 1. Resolution 2015-02, of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, granting a Conditional Use Permit to the Public Works Department of the City of Seward to construct and operate a 600,000 gallon water storage tank on City owned Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2, located at 2301 Hemlock Street, within the Single Family Zoning District Page 3 8. Unfinished Business—None 9. New Business— A. Discussion to cancel or reschedule the February 17, 2015 work session Page 23 B. Reminder and quorum discussion of the March 3, 2015 joint work session with the Seward Bear Creek Area Flood Board Page 24 * C. January 6, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes Page 25 10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required)- A. FEMA Region X Newsletter Page 29 B. 2015 Planning&Zoning Meeting Schedule Page 32 11. Commission Comments 12. Citizens' Comments[Limit to 5 minutes per individual—Each individual has one opportunity to speak] 13. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments 14. Adjournment Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Agenda February 3, 2015 2 Sponsored by: Applicant CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION RESOLUTION 2015-02 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF SEWARD TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A 600,000 GALLON WATER STORAGE TANK ON CITY OWNED LOT C-6, GATEWAY SUBDIVISION, ADDITION 2, LOCATED AT 2301 HEMLOCK STREET, WITHIN THE SINGLE FAMILY ZONING DISTRICT WHEREAS, the City of Seward Public Works Department has requested a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct and operate a 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility on Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2; within the Single Family Zoning District (R1); and WHEREAS, in accordance with the Land Uses Allowed Table §15.10.225, Utility Facility: water, is allowed within the Single Family Zoning District (R1) by CUP; and WHEREAS, the City Water Department has diligently worked to secure funding and a site location since the Design Study Report of the Seward water system was completed in 2000 by CRW Engineering Group, LLC; that report identified a 520,000 gallon water storage tank as a necessary improvement to the City's infrastructure; and WHEREAS, the site location of Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2 was selected because it met the required needs of elevation, access, lower overall operational cost and northern location; and WHEREAS, the site for the North Seward Water Tank, Lot C-6 located at the south terminus of the Hemlock Street right of way, is approximately 1.4 acres; and WHEREAS, the surrounding parcels to the west, south and east are wooded, undeveloped and within the Single Family Zoning District; two (2) of the four (4) parcels to the north are currently developed with single family homes, the other two (2) parcels are undeveloped; and WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process; on February 3, 2015, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public hearing on the Conditional Use Permit application. 3 Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2015-02 Page 2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission that: Section 1. In accordance with SCC§15.10.320(D), the Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed the applicant's request for a CUP to construct and operate 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility on City owned Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2 and declared the following Findings of Fact: A. The use is consistent with the purpose of this chapter (the Seward Zoning Code) and the purposes of the zoning district. Finding: This condition has been met. The purpose of the Zoning Code is to promote public health, safety and general welfare by providing for planning and land use regulations within the City. This parcel is within the Single Family Zoning District. According to the Zoning Code, Land Uses Allowed Table, Utility Facilities, Water is allowed with a Conditional Use Permit in the Single Family Zoning District. The proposed project requires a building permit, as well as other State and Federal permits. The project site plan meets all setback and structure height requirements. The water storage tank will provide additional storage capacity at the north end of Seward and provide chlorine contact time for disinfection of the City's water supply. The proposed use as a water storage facility is consistent with the purpose of the Zoning Code and the Single Family Zoning District. B. The value of adjoining property will not be significantly impaired Finding: This condition has been met. The proposed water storage facility is to be located on an approximate 1.4 acre parcel that is owned by the City of Seward. The adjoining properties to the west, south and east are zoned Single Family Residential and are undeveloped. The adjoining parcels to the north are zoned Rural Residential, two (2) parcels are undeveloped and two (2) have single family homes on them. Water, sewer and electric utilities will be brought closer to currently undeveloped areas. Fire protection hydrants will be added and potable water will become available to some areas in the vicinity of the tank that currently do not have access to the water system. The applicant plans to remove only the vegetation necessary to accommodate the water tank and pumping facility, to build an access road and to install eight(8) foot security fencing. There is no indication the proposed structure or use will significantly impair the value of adjoining properties. C. The proposed use is in harmony with the Seward Comprehensive Plan. Finding: This condition has been met. The 2020 Comprehensive Plan, section 3.7.3.1 encourages the continued upgrade and expansion of City utilities to meet the existing needs and encourage future development. The Plan also supports the recommendations of the 2000 Water and Sewer Analysis, 4 Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2015-02 Page 3 which the proposed development follows. Utilization of this site may encourage the development of multiple undeveloped residential properties. Water, sewer and electric utilities will be closer to the adjacent undeveloped areas. Fire protection measures will be added and potable water will become available. D. Public Services and facilities are adequate to serve the proposed use. Findings: This condition has been or will be met through the development of the project. The general area of the project is undeveloped. Access to the parcel will be from the public right-of-way (ROW) of Hemlock Street. This platted 34 foot ROW has not been developed but will provide access and utility corridors for this project. All public utilities of water, sewer, and electric will be made available to this parcel. The Electric Department has requested the applicant start a job order to provide a review of planned power needs and work with the department to meet all National Electric Safety Code (NESC) regulations. No additional requests or comments were received from other City department heads. E. The proposed use will not be harmful to the public safety, health or welfare. Findings: This condition has been met. To obtain a building permit issued by the City, the applicant is required to submit engineered construction plans for review that meet the International Building Code as adopted by the City Council. As required by City Code the structure shall meet all setbacks and zoning requirements. Community fire protection will be increased by maintaining additional water storage and adding additional hydrants. The new facility will also provide chlorine contact time for the disinfection of the City's water supply. The applicant has noted that the current plan includes security fencing around the perimeter of the site to discourage animals and/or people from entering. F. Any and all specific conditions deemed necessary by the commission to fulfill the above-mentioned conditions shall be met by the applicant. These may include but are not limited to measures relative to access, screening, site development, building design, operation of the use and other similar aspects related to the proposed use. Based on the above findings and conclusions, approval of the CUP shall be subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall obtain a current Building Permit before construction begins on the site. 2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Federal, State and local permits required for construction and operation. 3. The applicant shall start a Job Order and work with the City Electric Department to provide the required electric power needs. 5 Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2015-02 Page 4 4. The applicant shall work with the City Electric Department to meet all the National Electric Safety Code requirements. 5. The applicant shall provide safety and security fencing for the project. 6. The applicant shall work to install security lighting to reflect away from adjacent residential areas. 7. The undeveloped Hemlock Street Right of Way shall be restricted to public access until such time in the future it is fully developed and maintained. 8. The Planning and Zoning Commission may modify this CUP if changed uses no longer conform to the standards and legal requirements justifying its present approval, or if the permittee applies for a modification to meet a different or additional development plan that conforms to the standards and legal requirements for approval of a CUP. 9. Any proposed modification plan shall be subject to the public notice and public hearing requirements of law, which shall occur only after payment of the filing fee established by resolution of the city council. 10. Per Seward City Code §15.10.325.F. an approved CUP shall lapse six months from the date of approval if the use for which the permit was issued has not been implemented or a building permit obtained. The Commission may grant a six month extension upon fmding that circumstances have not changed sufficiently since the date of initial permit approval. Section 2. The Planning and Zoning Commission fords the proposed use, subject to the above conditions satisfies the criteria for granting a Conditional Use Permit provided the conditions listed on Section 1, Subsection F. are met by the applicant, and authorizes the administration to issue a Conditional Use Permit for construction and operation of a 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility on Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2 within the Single Family Zoning District, as generally depicted on site plan dated on 1/23/2015 and included with this Resolution. Section 3. The Planning and Zoning Commission fords that adherence to the conditions of this permit is paramount in maintaining the intent of Seward City Code Section 15.10.320; Conditional Use Permits, and authorizes the administration to issue a Conditional Use Permit. Additionally, the administration shall periodically confirm the use conforms to the standards of its approval. Section 4. This resolution shall take effect 10 days following its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 3rd day of 6 Seward Planning and Zoning Commission Resolution 2015-02 Page 5 February 2015. THE CITY OF SEWARD Cindy Ecklund, Chair AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: VACANT: One ATTEST: Johanna Kinney, CMC, City Clerk (City Seal) 7 P&Z Agenda Statement Meeting Date: February 3, 2015 Through: Ron Long,Assistant City Manager 6/1 �Ac sL�tO From: Donna Glenz, Planner d��i p � 99 OCAS" Agenda Item: Resolution 2015-02 granting a CUP to the Public Works Department of the City of Seward to construct and operate a 600,000 gallon water storage tank on City owned Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision,Addition 2,located at 2301 Hemlock Street, within the Single Family Zoning District BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION: The Public Works Department of the City has applied for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct and operate a 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility on Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2 within the Single Family Zoning District. In accordance with the Land Uses Allowed Table §15.10.225, Utilities Facility, Public Water is allowed within the Single Zoning District(R1)by CUP. In 2000, the Design Study Report completed by CRW Engineering Group, LLC identified a 520,000 gallon water storage tank as a necessary improvement to City infrastructure. The proposed site for the new water storage tank was the Forest Acres area, at an elevation that matched the Lowell Canyon tanks. For the past 15 years CRW and the City have worked to pursue funding for this project. The North Seward Water Storage Tank & Pumping Facility (North Tank) is to be sited south of Hemlock Street and east of Afognak Avenue, in the northeast corner of the Gateway Subdivision. This tank will provide critically-needed storage to the north part of the City of Seward's water distribution system, consolidate the chlorination system in one location and provide chlorine contact prior to distribution of water. The North Tank will fill the Lowell Canyon Tanks and will replace the Swetmann Booster Station as the source of water to the Gateway Subdivision Tank and nearby residences. The North Tank is designed to be 68 feet wide and 24 feet high. Security fencing of eight(8)feet in height is proposed for the site. SURROUNDING LAND USE AND ZONING: Lot C-6 is located at the northeast corner of the Gateway Subdivision, within the Single Family Zoning District. The surrounding parcels to the west, south and east are wooded, undeveloped and within the Single Family Zoning District; two (2) of the four (4) parcels to the north are currently developed with single family homes; the other two(2)parcels are undeveloped. 8 Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement Resolution 2015-02 Page 2 of 3 Floodplain status: According to the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map, this property is located outside of any special flood hazard area areas. Utilities: Water, sewer, and electric will be made available to the parcel during the development of this site. At the time of this publication the Public Works Director, Fire Chief, Building Inspector, Police Chief and Administration have expressed no concerns for the project. The Electric Department has requested the applicant submit a job order request to provide a review of the applicant's power needs and work with the department to meet all the National Electric Safety Code requirements. Parking: The proposed water storage facility is not expected to generate any substantial parking demand. Adequate parking is available on site. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A Comprehensive Plan (2020, approved by Council 2005): Volume I, page 27; Section 3.7.3.1: 1 Encourages the continued upgrade and expansion of City utilities to X meet the existing needs and encourage future development. (Bullet 1) Follow recommendations of the Water and Sewer System Analysis (2000). Strategic Plan (1999): 2. Pursue the community's vision through rigorous implementation of the X Comprehensive and Land Use Plans (pg 10). 3. Other (list): X RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS: 1. The applicant shall obtain a current Building Permit before construction begins on the site. 2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary Federal, State and local permits required for construction and operation. 3. The applicant shall start a Job Order and work with the City Electric Department to provide the required electric power needs. 4. The applicant shall work with the City Electric Department to meet all the National Electric Safety Code requirements. 5. The applicant shall provide safety and security fencing for the project. 6. The applicant shall work to install security lighting to reflect away from adjacent residential areas. 7. The undeveloped Hemlock Street Right of Way shall be restricted to public access until such time in the future it is fully developed and maintained. 8. The Planning and Zoning Commission may modify this CUP if changed uses no longer conform to the standards and legal requirements justifying its present 9 Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement Resolution 2015-02 Page 3 of 3 approval, or if the permittee applies for a modification to meet a different or additional development plan that conforms to the standards and legal requirements for approval of a CUP. 9. Any proposed modification plan shall be subject to the public notice and public hearing requirements of law, which shall occur only after payment of the filing fee established by resolution of the city council. 10. Per Seward City Code §15.10.325.F. an approved CUP shall lapse six months from the date of approval if the use for which the permit was issued has not been implemented or a building permit obtained. The Commission may grant a six month extension upon finding that circumstances have not changed sufficiently since the date of initial permit approval. The current address of Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2 is 2301 Hemlock Street. The 34 foot, North/South Right of Way named Hemlock Street was dedicated many, many years ago but has remained undeveloped. Because the City already has a dedicated and developed Right of Way named Hemlock Avenue, the Emergency 911 system will not allow duplication on street names. The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public work session and work on recommendations for renaming Hemlock Street in the next few months. Property owners within three hundred(300) feet of Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision were notified of this proposed Conditional Use Permit. Public notice signs were posted on the property, and all other public hearing requirements of Seward City Code §15.01.040 Public Hearings were complied with. The Public Works Department also notified neighboring property owners and those who have commented on the project, of a Wednesday, January 28, 2015 open house to present the project and answer questions. The open house was well attended, questions were asked and answered, and general support for the project was voiced. At the time of the publication of this report, staff has received one phone call regarding the open house and project questions. The questions were answered and the call was also referred to the Public Works Department for further clarification. Two email inquiries were received, which are included in the packet, the questions and comments were discussed and answered during the open house. Any further comments received after this publication will be presented as a lay down to the Commission and the public at the February 3, 2015 meeting. RECOMMENDATION: Based on the findings provided in Resolution 2015-02, staff recommends granting a Conditional Use Permit for the construction and operation of a 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility on Lot C-6, Gateway Subdivision, Addition 2; within the Single Family Zoning District (R1), by approving Resolution 2015-02 including the conditions recommended above. 10 \ 12 '� � II W �y Rtl \ AFOGNAK ACRES SUBDIVISION NO.1 �jn ]]N�� \ LOT 12 \ I : I \ I .I __ __ \ `� . 2 - _ _ _ 250.0• _ _ i — R15.O• fUTLWf HELL 75.0_ . ' APPROXIMATE LIMITS 3 // \ " OF GUT(TYP) ,I I I 2,T �! g-h 19h -Fen 1. R525' - 6'HIGH CHAIN 1% 1 . L/NK EEIVCE I 1 a i II SITE BOUNDARY ; - 1 IILLI 1 8 1 S�,'. 600.000 GALLON 110: `{T 24'CULVERT +{I IKATER s Tr rANX a BOTTOM OF DITCH I I • (66.OIAYEIER) TRACT e S SSE LEE HOME SUBDIVISION art OF SEWARD o ` 15'0• I `I I LONG TERM CARE FACILITY REPEAT •STORAGE TAW I II �.! 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Map is to be used for 11..Aso-P # . I orientation and reference purposes only. N. Mapping Assistance by Alaska Map Company,LLC 12 CITY 1 OF SE YY 11LW t.,De elopment �__� 4 P.O.Box 167 a°,�.a;;�, 907.22-1.4 `pI�FY29 410 Adams Succt •"-p,:,.015,v• Seward,Alaska 99661 *� +- h � 1 t / I I PLANNING OFFIC`F �' CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION This completed application is to be submitted to the Community Development Department no later than three (3) weeks in advance of the next regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month. The application must be accompanied by the$250 filing fee. In addition, please provide an as-built survey if the property has been developed or a scaled site plan with elevations if the property is undeveloped. Applicant: City of Seward, Public Works Ad_ dress. POBOX 167, Seward AK 99664 907-224-4005 naperea@cityofseward.net Telephone Number: Email: Property Owner(if other than applicant): Address: Telephone Number: Email: Property Description Address: 2301 Hemlock Lot Size: 1.4 Acres Lot: Block: Subdivision: Gateway Kenai Peninsula Borough Tax Parcel ID Number: 14535153 Development Information None What structures are on the property? 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility How is the property being used? What is the proposed use of the property? Water storage/distribution site What is the development timeline? Tank/project completion September 2016 Please note that prior to the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission granting a Conditional Use Permit, it shall be established that the proposed use satisfies the following conditions of Seward City Code 15.10.320 (See the attached pages for specific City Code requirements) 13 a,a cik e 4 ---x----- ---/c"- e c A) The proposed use is consistent with the requirements of the Seward Zoning Code and the designated zoning district. Please describe the use. B) Describe any impacts to the adjoining properties and how property values may be affected. C) How is the proposed use consistent with the Seward Comprehensive Plan? Explain. You can view the plan at: http://www.cityofseward.us/ D) Describe/list the public services and facilities that will serve the proposed use. (i.e., roads, utilities.) E) The proposed project or use must not be harmful to the public health, safety and welfare. Describe any mitigation measures that may be needed to protect the public health, safety and welfare. F) Include building elevation plans and a site plan, drawn to scale.The site plan should include: 1) Property dimensions 2) Location and dimensions of existing and planned buildings 3) Parking configuration 4) Driveways and access 5) Natural features 6) Other pertinent information 14 A) The proposed use is consistent with the requirements of the Seward Zoning and the designated zoning district. Please describe the use. Though the lot is zoned for single family residential, use of the site for a water storage tank and pumping facility is allowable via CUP. We intend to construct a 600,000 gallon water storage tank and pumping facility, including pressure distribution pumps, an energy efficient pump house that includes a hand/eye washing station and/or restroom facility, yard piping to interconnect to the existing water system and a water main that connects to both the Gateway and Lowell Canyon water storage tanks. This system will eliminate the Swettman booster station currently feeding the Gateway tank, which will save money. The elevation of this particular site is also favorable as it is slightly higher than the Lowell Canyon tank. This will save energy due to the use of gravity instead of electric pumps to fill the Lowell Canyon tank. Utilization of this site will also encourage the development of multiple residential properties that are undeveloped. This site will provide an extension of utilities to one of the last remaining undeveloped residential areas within the Seward City limits. This site is also favorable for a future production water and is the most cost efficient, saving the City money in electric costs over its entire lifespan. B) Describe any impacts to the adjoining properties and how property values may be affected. There will be routine visits for operation and maintenance of the pumping facility. In the event of a power outage, there may be a muffled sound of a standby generator. Vegetation will be removed as necessary to accommodate the water tank and pumping facility, to build the access road and to install a security fence. Utilizing this site will bring water, sewer and electrical utilities closer to this undeveloped area. With the new distribution lines, fire protection measures (hydrants) will be added and potable water will become available to some areas in the vicinity of the tank that currently do not have access to the water system. The potential for affecting property values is related to the utilities being extended closer to the undeveloped residential lots in the area. C) How is the proposed use consistent with the Seward Comprehensive Plan? Explain. This project is consistent with section 3.7 Public Facilities and Service; section 3.7.3.1 to continue to upgrade and expand utilities to meet existing needs and encourage future development. This project also follows the recommendations of the 2000 Water and Sewer Analysis. D) Describe/list the public services and facilities that will serve the proposed use. (i.e. roads, utilities) Roads, water, sewer and electric utilities will all serve the new water tank and pumping facility. The police department and fire department will also provide their services to the site. There will be a double-walled, above ground fuel storage tank that will require annual fueling. 15 E) The proposed project or use must not be harmful to the public health, safety and welfare. Describe any mitigation measures that may be needed to protect the public health, safety and welfare. This project promotes health and safety and is not harmful to the community. A security fence will be installed around the perimeter of the site to discourage animals and/or people from entering. Community fire protection is increased by maintaining additional water storage and adding additional hydrants. The design of this new facility will also allow us to make improvements to our water disinfection process. 16 I hereby certify that the above statements and other information submitted are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have the following legal interest in the property: ( ) Owner of record ( ) Lessee ( ) Contract purchaser ( ) Authorized to act for a person who has the following legal interest: I understand that this item will be scheduled for action only if all application materials are submitted not less than three weeks in advance of the next regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month. Applicant Signature: (..---. .../ �� �� / al1- V"4 C,--e. E l7C/ Property Owner Signature: Enclosed: $250 Payment ( ) Dimensioned plot plan/drawings ( ) Other: ( ) 17 Donna Glenz From: Nancy A. Perea Sent: Tuesday,January 27, 2015 2:31 PM To: Donna Glenz Subject: FW:Information meeting regarding the North Seward Water Storage Tank & Pumping Facility Hi Donna, Here is the email from Carol. Thank you© Nancy Perea Public Works Technician City of Seward 907.224.4005 Phone 907.224.5051 Fax narerea @cityofseward.net Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. Man This communication is confidential,is intended only for the named recipient(s)above and may contain information that is privileged,attorney work product or otherwise protected by applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient or believe that you may have received this communication in error,please notify the sender and delete this e-mail. Unintended recipients of this e-mail should not print,copy,retransmit,disseminate or otherwise use the information. From:Carol Griswold (mailto:cgriz @ak.netj Sent: Monday,January 26, 2015 5:52 PM To: Nancy A. Perea Subject: Re: Information meeting regarding the North Seward Water Storage Tank& Pumping Facility Hi Nancy, It's amazing how quickly Tom Gillespie put in that road, and just in time. Now that we can see where it starts, I would like to be sure that there is a locked gate at the entrance just past the first ditch to restrict unauthorized traffic and use. I was told that the AKRR has a counter weighted gate around Mile 12 that seems very well designed and prevents sagging. Worth looking into. I also have concerns about what chemicals will be stored on-site,the quantity, how they will be kept safe and secure, and what containment provisions will be available on-site in case of a spill or release. I assume there will be a fence with barbed wire along the top around the facility. Please consider the neighbors when installing lights and provide shields on the lights. Thanks for this notice. 118 Carol On 1/26/15,3:33 PM, Nancy A. Perea wrote: Greetings, A special meeting regarding the North Seward Water Storage Tank& Pumping Facility will be held: January 28,2015 12:00pm(noon)-12:45pm City Council Chambers in City Hall 410 Adams Street If you are unable to attend the meeting and wish to submit questions and/or concerns regarding the project, please forward them to me no later than 10:00am on Wednesday,January 28th. A synopsis of the meeting will be forwarded to those who submit an interest. Please see the attached Public Notice for details. Thank you, Nancy Perea Public Works Technician City of Seward 907.224.4005 Phone 907.224.5051 Fax naperea(a,cityofseward.net `-'` Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. NOTICE: This communication is confidential,is intended only for the named recipient(s)above and may contain information that is privileged,attorney work product or otherwise protected by applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient or believe that you may have received this communication in error,please notify the sender and delete this e-mail. Unintended recipients of this e-mail should not print,copy,retransmit,disseminate or otherwise use the information. Hi N Sporadic Bird Report <http://sporadicbird.blogspot.com> NOTE: This message was trained as non-spam. If this is wrong, please correct the training as soon as possible. Spam Not spam Forget previous vote 219 Donna Glenz From: Nancy A. Perea Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2015 8:19 AM To: Donna Glenz Subject: FW: FW:Information meeting regarding the North Seward Water Storage Tank& Pumping Facility Good morning Donna, Here is what Ginger Allen sent us. We will address these at the meeting too. O Nancy Nancy Perea Public Works Technician City of Seward 907.224.4005 Phone 907.224.5051 Fax naperea @cityofseward.net APlease consider the environment before printing this e-mail. !AMU: This communication is confidential,is intended only for the named recipient(s)above and may contain information that is privileged,attorney work product or otherwise protected by applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient or believe that you may have received this communication in error,please notify the sender and delete this e-mail. Unintended recipients of this e-mail should not print,copy,retransmit,disseminate or otherwise use the information. From:Virginia Allen [mailto:akvirginial @gmail.com] Sent:Tuesday,January 27, 2015 8:46 PM To: William Casey Cc: Nancy A. Perea; Ron Long; rgak4me @hotmail.com Subject: Re: FW: Information meeting regarding the North Seward Water Storage Tank& Pumping Facility Thank you for this email. While I've been a little wary of the process of this project since the beginning (ie. Borough maps not matching public notice maps, questions about variances and other ROW issues through a promised publicly noticed Subdivision Agreement, etc.) we did not go down the process road because we realized the city had few options for the much needed water tank and prefer to be cooperative rather than confrontational. Below is a list of"good suggestions" and"good questions"regarding this project: Questions: 1. What is the plan for dust mitigation during construction? Members of our family have health issues that require the need for dust mitigation. 2. Timeline of project? When can we expect construction to be over? 3. For curiosity,where did the trees that were cut down go? Suggestions: 1. Hemlock Street(N-S)name should be changed to avoid confusion with Hemlock Ave(E-W)(another tree name?) 120 2. The access along the section line easement will be restricted to that 33'portion which is already dedicated 3. There will be minimal disturbance to the living trees and shrubs along the new access road 4. During construction of the road and installation of the pipes and tank,the hours of operation will be restricted to after 7 am and before 7 pm Monday through Saturday,and closed on Sunday. 5. All woody debris will be removed from the site and not burned or left as slash piles. 6. Install a lockable gate on the north end of the access road which will be kept locked 7.Lighting sufficient to ensure security of the facility without overly impacting the homes adjacent to it.(Hooded light fixtures that keep most of the light in a cone under the fixture) 8.Move the light pole from the West corner where it is ineffective to the East corner so it will illuminate the new Hemlock(or other name)street section. Again hooded light fixture to aim light down the street. 9.Paint color and fencing that are tasteful and not detrimental to the adjacent properties.(No prison puce and concertina wire) 10.A lower profile tank would be less intrusive than a tall tank It certainly is disappointing to purchase property in an area because it is zoned residential expecting to live in a neighborhood and then have it turn in to an industrial site. Thank you again for your time, Virginia Allen On Tue, Jan 27, 2015 at 11:14 AM, William Casey <wcasey @cityofseward.net> wrote: Mrs. Allen, Thank you for your email. This Public Meeting, is an informational meeting, to attempt to give folks the most up to date information on the New Water Tank Project. Staff at Public Works, has worked for many years to obtain the funding, gain site control of an area where the existing water system could be kept at pressure without pumping water (saving money/energy) and design the system to improve fire protection and meet the water demands of the community during periods of high demand (summer). Just last Friday, we met with the Project Engineers, and reviewed the 35%design. The purpose of hosting a Public Informational Meeting, is to brief interested parties about our progress with the Project, and give folks the most recent information about the Project. We feel that if we offer"good information" about where we are at 35%design, that folks will be able to ask"good questions" and offer"good suggestions", about the Project. We have incorporated several items into the Project, as a result of questions and suggestions from the Public. We have an open door policy, have worked on this Project for over 12 years, and appreciate those that have offered, or do offer suggestions about how to make the Project successful. Unfortunately, we will not offer teleconference attendance. We "will" summarize the meeting in a document, and make that available to you. We can scan and email it to you. We believe that you may find information offered, that will be to your liking, (gate, tank height,tank color, energy efficiency, etc.). You can email any questions or comments directly to me at Public Works, and I will respond. 221 Regards, W.C. Casey City of Seward Public Works Director 907-224-4093 office 907-224-4005 Admin. Tech. wcaseyc cityofseward.net Virginia 907-440-4723 Spam Not spam Forget previous vote 322 MEMORANDUM e of sets. City of Seward Community Development Date: February 3, 2015 To: Planning and Zoning Commission Through: Ron Long, Assistant City Manager From: Donna Glenz, Planner Subject: February 17, 2015 Work Session Planner Donna Glenz will not be available February 17, 2015 to participate in the Planning and Zoning Commission scheduled Work Session. Assistant City Manager, Ron Long is also out of town and unable to attend. Commissioner Seese has also been excused from the work session. There have been no items submitted to the Community Development Department for Public Hearing on this date. The Commission could proceed with the Work Session, reschedule the Work Session or cancel this Planning and Zoning Commission Work Session. If the Commission proceeds or reschedules this Work Session, then in addition to setting a new date, the Commission should finalize a Work Session Topic. 23 MEMORANDUM c,�F SE`y ,&`;-74,41:2 City of Seward Community Development 41.--A-so. Date: February 3, 2015 To: Planning and Zoning Commission Through: Donna Glenz, Planner From: Dwayne Atwood, Planning Technician Subject: Reminder of Flood Board joint Work Session at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2015. The quarterly joint work session with the Seward Bear Creek Flood Service Area Board is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2015 from 6:00 to 6:50 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The regularly scheduled March Planning and Zoning meeting will directly follow the work session, beginning at 7:00 p.m. It is assumed you will be in attendance unless you notify Community Development Staff prior to the scheduled work session. (Dwayne Atwood, 224-4049) This memo is to serve as a reminder for scheduling and discussion purposes. 24 City of Seward,Alaska Planning Commission Minutes January 6, 2015 Volume 7, Page 110 Call to Order The January 6, 2015 Regular Meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Cindy Ecklund. Opening Ceremony Commissioner Coulter led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Roll Call There were present: Cindy Ecklund presiding, and. Martha Fleming Janet Coil1 Gary Seese Tom Swann Margaret Anderson comprising a quorum of the Commission;and Donna Glenz, City Planner Dwayne Atwood, Planning Technician City Administration Report City Planner Donna Glenz updated the Commission on the following business items: • Glenz thanked former Commissioner Christopher Edgar, on behalf of the City, for his service. Edgar served on the Commission during 2014 before resigning. • Glenz noted that the City Council was expected to authorize the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority for an upland development plan at the Seward Marine Industrial Center. Council was slated to address the agreement proposal at the January 12 meeting. • City Administration was working with the City lobbyist and the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to support proposed improvements for the airport. • The new Municipal Lands Management Plan (2014 updates)was approved by City Council at the December 8, 2014 meeting. Hard copies were available if requested. • The Seward Small Boat Harbor plan was also approved at the December 8 City Council meeting. • The City Clerk's office had issued the first mobile vendor permit for 2015. A decorative glass vendor had selected a location within Waterfront Park, Glenz said. • Glenz noted the terms for Commissioner Coulter and Commissioner Anderson were to expire at the end February. Both Commissioners were encouraged to renew. 25 City of Seward,Alaska Planning Commission Minutes January 6, 2015 Volume 7,Page 111 • Financial disclosure statements from the City Clerk's office were provided to Commissioner Ecklund, Commissioner Fleming, Commissioner Seese and Commissioner Swan as a laydown. The statements were due back to the City Clerk by April 15, 2015. • Glenz noted the meeting packets had been reproduced because two pages were reversed during the original printing process. All of the material was correct. Ecklund asked Administration how the boat harbor plan was reviewed. Glenz said the Port and Commerce Advisory Commission conducted the review and the plan was then moved forward to City Council. Other Reports,Announcements & Presentations—None Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items scheduled for Public Hearing—None Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda Motion (Fleming/Swann) Approve the Agenda and Consent Agenda Motion Passed Unanimous The following items were approved on the Consent Agenda: November 4,2014 Regular Meeting Minutes Unfmished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing—None New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing Resolution 2015-01, recommending City Council amend portions of Seward City Code §15.10.140.B Definitions, and §15.10.225 Land Uses Allowed Table, to allow Storage, Warehouse and or Distribution in the Resource Management Zoning District, by Conditional Use Permit Glenz provided the history of the Commission's review of warehousing and how the activity could be allowed within the Resource Management Zoning District with the required City Code changes. Staff had received no comments on the proposed Code change, Glenz said. Staff recommended approval of Resolution 2015-01, recommending Council approve the attached Ordinance. Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public hearing was opened. There were no requests to be heard and the public hearing was closed. Motion (Swann/Fleming) Approve Resolution 2015-01 26 City of Seward,Alaska Planning Commission Minutes January 6, 2015 Volume 7, Page 112 Fleming asked if warehouse operators who were conducting business would be required to obtain a conditional use permit, or whether the use would be"grandfathered." Glenz said there were no known warehouse operators within the Resource Management Zoning District because the use was not allowed. Glenz did point out there was a storage operation related to boats within that zoning district. Glenz said new warehouse operations would be required to obtain a conditional use permit. Motion Passed Unanimous Unfmished Business—None New Business Items— Discuss and Set January 20, 2015 Work Session Topic as Review the 2015 Planning and Zoning Commission Annual Priorities Glenz noted that the Commission normally schedules a work session to review and update the annual Planning and Zoning priorities. The priorities are then reviewed and amended with City Council in a joint work session, prior to adoption. Ecklund asked Administration if a motion was required to set the work session topic. Glenz said Commissioners should review their schedules to determine if a quorum was available and agree upon the work session topic. Commissioners discussed their schedules and agreed to attend the January 20 work session, with a topic of reviewing the 2015 annual priorities by unanimous consent. Discuss and set date for Planning and Zoning Commissioner training opportunity Planning Technician Dwayne Atwood explained that a storm water and flood hazard training DVD was available for viewing and could serve as a training session, at the Commission's convenience. The 30 minute program could be covered during a regular work session, Atwood said. Ecklund agreed the training could be valuable and suggested that the content be made available at the January 20 work session. Commissioners discussed the training opportunity and agreed to reserve time to view the DVD at the January 20 work session. Informational Items and Reports (No action required) Requested Information on Conflict of Interest Guidelines 27 City of Seward,Alaska Planning Commission Minutes January 6, 2015 Volume 7, Page 113 2015 Planning and Zoning Meeting Schedule FEMA Region X Newsletter Commissioners reviewed the Conflict of Interest Guidelines and discussed the process, as outlined in the Planning and Zoning Commission Rules of Procedure. Anderson said Commissioners should declare relationships with applicants, even if there is no financial conflict, to help maintain transparency for the public. , Swann noted that conflict of interest issues can be addressed by pro'ess, but Commissioner bias can be harder to deal with. Ecklund said Commissioners could note, for the record, any bias they may have. Glenz said all action items are known well in advance of the meetings and any required voting. Commissioners could bring a matter of perceived bias to staff and the City Attorney could be consulted to determine if there was a legal issue. In reviewing the meeting schedule, Seese indicated he would not be able to attend the February 17 regular work session. Fleming noted she would not be available for the May 19 work session. Commission Comments Fleming pointed out that the Commission managed to complete several tasks from the 2014 Annual Priorities and was optimistic that the same progress could be made during 2015. Citizens' Comments-None Commission and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments—None Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m. Dwayne Atwood, Cindy Ecklund Planning Technician Chair (City Seal) 28 - � on X m R -�News s TA RR Strategic Alliance for Risk Reduction BW12/HFIAA Update many of their policy holders over the January 2015 last few months. 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BW-12 also documentation is received that shows started phasing all the other pre- the structure is a primary residence. FIRM building rates to full actuarial Insurance companies sent letters to rates, with the increases set at 25/o annually for many classes of structures. Ask the Help Desk Continued on next page Strategic Alliance for Risk Reduction The Region X Service Center is FEMA Region X Service Center here to help with technical, 20700 44,11 Avenue West.Suite 110 training,mitigation and mapping Lynnwood.Washington 98036 questions.Send your question to (425)329-3699 email to RegionXHelpDesk@Starr- R' eis k MAP team.com. 1 Increasing Resilience Together January 2015 www.starr-team.com 29 NEWS FROM REGION X Page 2 BW32(cost) Insurance Program in Puget Sound. 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It is something we hope • Dams and levees also pose a flood Flood Risk Scenarios Tool or other that people will never have to live risk. While these structures assist Flood Risk information visit through or recover from.But because in the prevention of flooding,there we know that floods are the most are instances when it can still floodsmart.gov. common natural disaster in the occur. Dams can become jammed ,i ARR United States—in fact, all 50 states with debris or can fail with the R1skMAP Increasing Resilience Together January 2015 www.starr-team.com 31 Memorandum CITY OF SEWARD �c�OF sFyq o COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT '''°` ��ASKP Date: November 4,2014 To: Planning&Zoning Commission Through: Donna Glenz, Planner From: Dwayne Atwood, Planning Technician Subject: 2015-Planning&Zoning Meeting Schedule This memo is to provide a schedule of the Planning&Zoning Commission Meetings for the calendar year 2015. Unless otherwise noted the P&Z regular meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m. The"Scheduled Special Meetings"shall be held ONLY if a Public Hearing item is on the agenda and will commence at 7:00 pm,otherwise the gathering will be a work session commencing at 6:00 pm. Month Regular Meeting Special P&Z Meeting for Public Hearings 7:00 pm OR scheduled Work Sessions Commence at 6:00 pm January January 6 January 20 February February 3 February 17 March March 3 (Note: March 3 Flood Board Work Session at 6:00) March 17 April April 7 April 21 May May 5 May 19 June June 2 (Note:June 2 Flood Board Work Session at 6:00) June 16 July July-7 CX'd July 21 (Scheduled as a regular meeting) August August 4 August 18 September September 1 (Note: September 1 Flood Board Work Session at 6:00) September 15 October October 6 October 20(Borough&Local Elections on October 6) November November 3 November 17(National Election on November 3) December December 1 (Note: December 1 Flood Board Work Session at 6:00) December-14 CX'd January January 5,2016 January 19,2016 If you have questions or concerns or cannot attend, please 32 224-4049 or email datwood(acityofseward.net. 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