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01162018 Planning & Zoning Packet
Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Rescheduled Regular Meeting January 16, 2018 7: 00 p. m. City Council Chambers Cindy Ecklund Chair Term Expires 02120 Martha Fleming Vice Chair Term Expires 02120 Gary Seese Commissioner Term Expires 02119 Margaret Anderson Commissioner Term Expires 02118 Tom Swann Commissioner Term Expires 02119 Craig Amhrosiani Commissioner Term Expires 02119 Nathaniel Charbonneau Commissioner Term Expires 02118 Jim Hunt City Manager Ron Long Assistant City Manager/ Community Development Director Jackie C. Wilde Planner 1. Call to Order 2. Opening Ceremony A. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Special Reports & Presentations A. City Administration Report B. Other Reports, Announcements & Presentations 5. Citizens' Comments on any subject except those items scheduled for public hearing. [Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak Time is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda item] 6. Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda. [Approval of Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a Commissioner so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda.] Planning and Zoning Commission January 16, 2017 1[96 Meeting Agenda Z 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. 2018-01 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ADOPTING THE CITY OF SEWARD 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN................................................................Page 3 S. Unfinished Business -- None 9. New Business A. Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan Review .................................. Page.59 F B. Approval of December 5, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes ............................... Page 85 10. Informational Items and Reports (No action required) - A. Planning and Zoning "Did You Know" ........................................................ Page 93 B. City Calendars January, February & March ........................................Page 94 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 January 16, 2017 2196 Meeting Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2018-01 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, TO ADOPT THE CITY OF SEWARD 2017 HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN WHEREAS, the Seward Historic Preservation Uommission has reviewed, revised, and researched the Seward Historic Preservation Plan, initiated in 2014, taking into consideration the public comments, various city department comments and contractual editing and remarks dating from the period 2014 - 2017; and WHEREAS, it is consistent with its mandates as a CLG and City Code Title 2, Administration Chapter 2.3 0, Boards and Commissions Article 4, Historic Preservation 2.3 0.425 — Powers & Duties, for the City of Seward, through one of the responsibilities of the Seward Historic Preservation Commission, to update and develop the local preservation plan to assist with the preservation of Seward's local history; and WHEREAS, through numerous public noticed work sessions and dedicated research, this Commission has completed the documentation and final review of the 2017 Seward Historic Preservation Plan by Resolution on May 26, 2017; and WHEREAS, a CLG grant was received by the City of Seward in the amount of $2,000.00 on May 12, 2017 for said document to hire a third party (contractor) to produce a professional document, through line editing, citation check and consistent formatting that contains the complete plan, historic photos, and appendices; and WHEREAS, per the CLG grant project information work pian, an Ad Hoc Committee assigned by the Commission consisting of Commissioner Lasota and Commissioner Kurtz were assigned to meet with said third party (contractor) to monitor the progress of the plan; and WHEREAS, a contractor was hired on August 25, 2017, who successfully completed a copy edit of the Seward Historic Preservation Plan, according to the specification of the CLG grant project with the assistance of the Ad Hoc Committee; and WHEREAS, upon satisfactory completion, the 2017 Seward Historic Preservation Plan shall go forth to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Seward City Council for consideration with a goal for adoption, to achieve a city goal of updating a twenty-one-year-old city document; and WHEREAS, the current Seward Historic Preservation Commission appreciates having had the pleasure and experience in working on the Historic Preservation Plan, for the future of a historic treasure, the City of Seward. 3196 CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2018-01 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planting and Zoning Commission that: Section 1. The Seward Historic Preservation Plan, attached and incorporated herein by reference, is recommending for adoption by the City Council Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 1 e day of January. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Brenda Ballou, MMC City Clerk {City Sea]) ar�� THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Cindy L. Ecklund, Chair Sponsored by: I lent CITY OF SE WARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2017-090 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITN' OF SF. WARD, ALASKA, TO ADOPT THE CITY OF SEWARD 2017 HISTORIC` PRESERVATION PLA WHEREAS. the Seward Historic Preservation Commission has revie-,%ed, revised. and researched the Seward Ilistoric Preservation i'lan, initiated in 2014. taking into consideration the public comments. various cite department comments and contractual editing, and remarks dating front the period 2014 - 2017: and WHEREAS, it is consistent with its mandates as a Certified local Government (CLG) and City Code Title 2, Administration Chapter 2.30. Boards and Commissions Article 4, Historic Presm,ation 2.30,425— Poxvers &. Duties. for the City of Seward. throu.6 one of the responsibilities of the Seta-ard Historic Preser% ation Commission. toti update and develop the local preservation plan to assist with the preservation of Seward"s local history: and WHEREAS, through numerous public noticed work sessions and dedicated research, this Commission has completed the documentation and linal review of the 2017 Sev'ard I listoric Preservation flan by Resolution on May 26.2017: and !WHEREAS, a CLL grant was received b% the City oi'Se,.bard in the amount of $2.000.00 on Mai- 1'. 2017 for said document to hire: a third part{ (contractor) to produce a pmfessionatl docuntint. through line editing. citation check and consistent fiormatting that contains the complete plan, historic photos, and appendices; and WHEREAS, per the. C'l.G grant project information {xork plan. an _fid flat Committee assigned by the (commission consisting. of Commissioner Lat.Sotar and Commissioner Kurtz were assigned to meet "ith said third party (contractor) to monitor the progress of the plan. and WHEREAS, a contractor was hired on r gust 25. 2017. whosuccessfully completed a copy edit of the Seward Historic Preservation Plan. according to the specification of the CLG grant pro,ject with the assistance: of the Act floc Committee:: and WHEREAS, upon satisfactory completion. the 2017 Seward Historic. Preservation Plan shall go forth to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Seward Cit-, Council for consideration with a goal liar adoption, to achieve a city glial of updating a t"kenty-ones-year-old city document: and WHEREAS, the current Set%ard Historic Preservation Contmistiwn appreciates haying had the pleasure and experience in working oin the Historic Preservation Plan, for the future ol'a historic treasure. the Cite of Seward. P96 CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2017-090 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE C:I7`Y OF SEWARD, ALASKA that: Section I. The 2017 Seward Historic Preservation Plan is hereby reed mmended it) the Planning and Zoning Commission lair approval. Section Z. The 017 Seward Historic Preservation Plan is hereby recommended to the City C`ounCil for approval. Section 3. This resolution shall take' effivet immediately t�por� adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the C'itN Council of the City of Seward. Alaska. this 1 1 "' day of December. 210 17. . THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA David Squires, Mav4)r AYES: S: C'asagra da. Keil, McClure, Slater. slev horn. Squires NOES: None :A13SENT: done ABS 1'AI : Norie ATTEST: r 1. relida J. Balk E.:4"lMC City Clerk p Of 6 4��• �'S -kq ,� a W � Y P I P e rz• •t` x..�y .ice 1 �.I Council Agenda Statement fleeting Date: December 5, 2017 From: Ron Long, Assistant City Manager r 1 Through: Jim Hunt, City Manager Agenda Item: Presenting the Seward I-fistoric Preservation Plan BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICA'T'ION: The Seward historic Presen--ation Commission has held numerous public meetings and work sessions, has done considerable research, and has completed the documentation and final review to update and develop the Seward Historic Preservation Plan that will assist with the recognition and safeguarding of Seward`s local history-. The Commission's work was initiated in 2014, and largely- completed in May of this year. A $2.000 grant from the State of Alaska was awarded and used to hire a third party contractor to complete final line editing, citation check and consistent formatting work to compile a completed professional product. That work is nom complete and the Commission desires the Plan be presented to the; Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council for consideration and with a goal of adoption. INTENT: Adoption of a current historic Preservation Plan and maintaining Se -ward's status as a Certified Local Government (CLG). CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: I Yes No N/A 1 3 Comprehensive Plan L' Community Appearance — promote they !; preservation of historic architecture: 2.2.1: Small Town Feet — pride in 1' X E our historic downtown and surrounding areas, 2.2.3: Support activities initiated by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission. 2. j Strategic Pian: 16.1 -- Historic Preservation X .J. Other � � X FISCAL NOTE: There are no fiscal impacts associated with adoption of this resolution. 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Hardcopies are also available at Borough offices: Soldotna George A. Navarre Building 144 North 131nkley St. Phone: 2624441 Toll Free: 1-800-478-4441 Fax: 262-1892 Seward Seaview Plaza 302 Railway Ave, Suite 122 Phone: 224-2001 Fax: 224-2011 Homer Homer Annex 206 E. Pioneer Ave. Phone: 235-9837 Fax: 235-8990 The public comment period is open through Wednesday, January 31St, 2018. Comments should be submitted in writing: Email comments@KPBCompPLan.com Mail KPB Planning Department ATTN: KPB Comprehensive Plan 144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Acknowledgements....................................................................................................................................... i PlanAdoption...............................................................................................................................................ii ExecutiveSummary..............................................................................................................1 OurValues..................................................................................................................................................1 Our Vision: What Is Our Future Kenai Peninsula?.................................................................................... 1 Goals& Objectives..................................................................................................................................... 2 Implementation Matrix: Priority Strategies................................................................................................. 7 Comprehensive Plan Themes: We Are at a Tuming Point....................................................................... 8 Emerging Comprehensive Plan Priorities and Policies............................................................................. 9 Whatis a Comprehensive Plan?.............................................................................................................. 11 Relationship to the 2005 Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan.............................................11 Howto Use This Plan............................................................................................................................... 12 A Community and Resident -Driven Plan.................................................................................................12 Timelinefor the Process...........................................................................................................................15 WhatIs in the Plan?.................................................................................................................................. 16 Process for Finalizing, Adopting, Amending and Updating the Plan ...................................................... 17 Kenai Peninsula Borough at a Glance............................................................................... 19 Locationand Geography.......................................................................................................................... 19 OurPeople................................................................................................................................................ 21 OurCommunities...................................................................................................................................... 23 OurEconomy............................................................................................................................................ 25 OurBorough Government........................................................................................................................ 27 Goal i. Diversify and grow the Kenai Peninsula Borough economy ................................ 30 Focus Area: Agriculture and Mariculture.................................................................................................. 30 Focus Area: Commercial Fishing & Seafood Harvesting........................................................................ 43 FocusArea: Mining................................................................................................................................... 50 FocusArea: Oil and Gas.......................................................................................................................... 54 Focus Area: Tourism & Recreation.......................................................................................................... 62 FocusArea: Sportfishing......................................................................................................................... 75 Goal 2. Proactively manage growth to provide economic development opportunities on the Kenai Peninsula Borough while preserving what residents and visitors value about the area's natural features................................................................................................. 81 Focus Area: Access to Public Lands, Community Planning, Borough Land Management, Land Use Regulations & Preserving Natural Systems............................................................................................. 81 Focus: Hazard Mitigation & Managing Impacts of Climate Change .....................................................102 Goal 3. Preserve and improve quality of life in the Kenai Peninsula Borough through increased access to local and regional facilities, activities, programs and services ........ 114 FocusArea: Energy & Utilities................................................................................................................ 114 Focus Area: Public Safety & Emergency Services................................................................................118 FocusArea: Housing.............................................................................................................................. 126 Focus Area: Historic Preservation..........................................................................................................132 FocusArea: Health ................................................................................................................................. 140 60IR6 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Goal 4. Improve access to, from and connectivity within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. 148 FocusArea: Transportation....................................................................................................................148 Goal 5. Create more active and engaged Kenai Peninsula Borough residents, local communities, and a more effective and efficient Borough government .........................165 Focus Area. Education & Workforce Development...............................................................................165 FocusArea: Fiscal Health......................................................................................................................175 Implementation...............................................................................................................185 2018 Priority Strategies.......................................................................................................................... 185 PianImplementation Matrix....................................................................................................................187 Appendices......................................................................................................................188 AppendixA. Plan Maps..........................................................................................................................188 Appendix B. Public Engagement Process + Materials..........................................................................188 Appendix C. 2017-2018 KPB Comp Plan Survey Questions + Summary of Results ...........................188 Appendix D. Glossary of Acronyms.......................................................................................................188 611% REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 TABLES OF FIGURES Figures Figure 1. Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan Project Website ................................................ 14 Figure 2. Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan Timeline............................................................ 16 Figure 3. Senior (Age 65+) Population Growth in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010 to 2016 ...................... 22 Figure 4. Kenai Peninsula Borough, School District and Secondary School Enrollment, 2008 to 2017 AcademicYears............................................................................................................................................. 23 Figure 5. Monthly Total Employment and Unemployment Rate, January to December 2016 and October 2017................................................................................................................................................................ 26 Figure 6. Presentation slide Mariculture Task Force created by Governor Walker in 2016 ........................ 30 Figure 7. Aquatic Farming, Statewide Oyster Production Data.................................................................... 31 Figure 8. Number of farms by size and number of profit-making farms per year, 1978 to 2012 ................ 34 Figure 9. Active Fishing Permit Holders, Kenai Peninsula Borough and State of Alaska, 2010-2016....... 43 Figure 10. Revenue Generated from Active Fishing Permit Holders, Kenai Peninsula Borough and State ofAlaska, 2010-2016..................................................................................................................................... 43 Figure 11. Active Fishing Permit Holders, Kenai Peninsula Borough, by species, 2010-2016 .................. 44 Figure 12. Landings by Active Kenai Peninsula Borough Fishing Permit Holders, by species, 2010-2016 ........................................................................................................................................................................ 45 Figure 13. Revenue Generated by Active Kenai Peninsula Borough Fishing Permit Holders, by species, 2010-2016...................................................................................................................................................... 45 Figure 14. Statewide Salmon and Halibut Prices, 2010-2016..................................................................... 46 Figure 15. Count and Average Age of Registered Fishing Vessels, Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010-2016 .................................................................................................................................................................... 46 Figure 16. Average Monthly Employment and Number of Seafood Processors, Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010-2016...................................................................................................................................................... 47 Figure 17. Total Seafood Processing Wages, by Residency, Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010-2015 ....... 47 Figure 18. Non -Oil and Gas Mining Average Monthly Employment and Total Wages, Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010-2015...................................................................................................................................... 50 Figure 19. Visitor Spending by Category in Alaska, 2014-2015.................................................................. 63 Figure 20. Growth in Kenai Visitor Industry Employment and Wages, 2007 to 2016 ................................. 64 Figure 21. Estimated Visitor Spending (Gross Sales Revenue) in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2015 ......... 65 Figure 22. Growth in Visits to National Parks in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2000 to 2016 ......................... 66 Figure 23. Cyclical Benefits of Tourism in a Local Economy....................................................................... 66 Figure 24. Kenai Peninsula and East Cook Inlet Sportfishing, Number of Days by Type, 2011 to 2015... 76 Figure 25. Land Ownership by Major Landowner Categories, Kenai Peninsula Borough .......................... 81 Figure 26. Summary of the Public's Perspectives on Community Priorities and Future Growth ................ 89 Figure 27. Top Five Hazards Most at Risk, Per Hazard Zone................................................................... 102 Figure 28. Comparison of Crime Rates in Kenai Peninsula Borough Incorporated Cities, 2002-2016...119 Figure 29. Average Home Price and Production Rate, 2006-2015............................................................ 127 Figure 30. Holy Assumption Orthodox Church, Kenai................................................................................ 133 Figure 31. Hope Historic District, Hope....................................................................................................... 134 Figure 32. Alaska Central Railroad Tunnel No. 1, Seward, 1906. Listed in 1977 ..................................... 135 Figure 33. Soldotna Post Office and Cabin, built 1949. Listed in 2008 .....................................................135 Figure34. Soldotna Post Office................................................................................................................... 135 Figure 35. Population by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Score, Kenai Peninsula and Alaska ..141 Figure 36. Kenai Peninsula Residents' Access to Primary Care, 2009 to 2016 ........................................ 142 62M Figure 37. Drug-related diagnoses in FY 2015 and multi-year trend in intravenous (IV) drug-retated admissions at Central Peninsula Hospital, 2003 to 2015...........................................................................143 Figure 38. Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities FY17 Capital Budget...................149 Figure 39. State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities budget cuts ....................150 Figure 40. Road Miles in Kenai Peninsula Borough by Maintenance Responsibility................................152 Figure 41. Projected Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Spending in the Kenai PeninsulaBorough....................................................................................................................................... 153 Figure 42. Projects currently listed in the STIP utilizing Community Transportation Program Funding ...154 Figure 43. Monthly Average Daily Traffic Counts, Kalifomsky Beach Road West of Sterling Highway, 2004 to2013..........................................................................................................................................................158 Figure 44. Summary of Education and Workforce Trends in the Kenai Peninsula Borough ....................165 Figure 45. Graduation and Drop-out Rates in Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, 2003-2004 to 2003-2014 Academic Years........................................................................................................................171 Figure 46. Survey Results: Letter Grades for Post -Secondary Education in Kenai Peninsula Borough.. 173 Figure 47. Borough Expenditures by Category and Percent of Total, FY 2015 ........................................176 Figure 48. Senior (Age 65+) Population Trends in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010 to 2016 ...................178 Figure 49. Senior Property Tax Exemptions in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010 to 2017 .........................178 Figure 50. Kenai Peninsula Borough Full -Time Equivalent (FTE) Employees, FY 2008 to 2018 ............179 Figure 51. Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Funding Sources, Percent of Total, FY 2015......... 180 Figure 52. Oil and Gas Property Tax Revenue in Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2010 to 2017 ....................181 Figure 53. Numbers of Mining, Oil and Gas Establishments and Employment, 2010 to 2016 .................181 Maps Map 1. Incorporated Cities and Census Designated Places, Kenai Peninsula Borough ............................ 20 Map 2. Soils of Local Importance (or "Soils Suitable for Agriculture") on the Kenai Peninsula Borough ... 36 Map 3. Permitted aquatic shellfish farms and nurseries in Kachemak Bay ................................................. 37 Map 4. Mineral Resources in the Kenai Peninsula Borough........................................................................ 51 Map 5. Cook Inlet Oil and Gas Activity, December 2016............................................................................. 55 Map 6. Kenai Peninsula Borough Land Ownership...................................................................................... 82 Map 7. Watersheds in Kenai Peninsula Borough......................................................................................... 83 Map 8. Land Use in the Western Peninsula Portion of the Borough........................................................... 85 Map 9. Wetland (all owners) and Uplands (by owner), Central and Southern Kenai Peninsula ............... 87 Map 10. Kenai Peninsula Borough Emergency Management Zones ........................................................103 Map 11. Community Wildfire Protection Plan Areas...................................................................................107 Map 12. Location of Current National Historic Listed Properties on the Kenai Peninsula ......... ...............134 Map 13. Alaska Marine Highway System Around the Kenai Peninsula Borough......................................151 Map 14. Aviation infrastructure in the Kenai Peninsula Borough: DOT&PF Airports, Other Government Airports, and Private Airstrips......................................................................................................................156 Map 15. Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Schools.......................................................................167 Tables Table 1. Example of an Implementation Matrix............................................................................................17 Table 2. Kenai Peninsula Borough Components of Population Change, 2011-2016 ................................. 22 Table 3. Top Performing Industries, Kenai Peninsula Borough, 2016 ......................................................... 25 Table 4. Kenai Peninsula Borough Income, Wage and Employment Data, 2016 ....................................... 25 Table 5. Land in Farms (acres) and Market Value of Agricultural Products Sold, 1978-2012 .................... 34 Table 6. Number of farms, farms with net gains, and total value since 1987 .............................................. 35 63196 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Table 7. Importance of Agriculture by Area.................................................................................................. 39 Table 8. Importance of Agriculture Industry by Gender................................................................................ 39 Table 9. Importance of Agriculture Industry by Voter Registration.............................................................. 39 Table 10. importance of Agriculture Industry by Household Income........................................................... 39 Table 11. Importance of Agriculture Industry by Race................................................................................. 39 Table 12. Importance of Agriculture Industry by Duration of Alaskan Residency ....................................... 39 Table 13. Comprehensive Plan 2017 Survey Responses, Importance of Major Industries ........................ 58 Table 14. Comprehensive Plan 2017 Survey Responses, Grade for Higher Education and Vocational Training.........................................................................................................................................................59 Table 15. Growth in Annual Visitors to Alaska, 2010 to 2016...................................................................... 62 Table 16. Tourism Economic Indicators, 2015............................................................................................. 62 Table 17. Survey Respondents' Grade for Quality of Recreation Facilities and Other Amenities .............. 67 Table 18. Gross Business Sales from Guided Land and Water Activities, 2012 to 2016 ........................... 76 Table 19. Recent Local Emergencies and Disasters, 2006 to 2017.......................................................... 104 Table 20. Comparing Housing Prices and Rents, Kenai Peninsula Borough and Other Alaska Markets 126 Table 21. Local Housing Markets, Median Home Price and Monthly Rent by Community .......................127 Table 22. National Register Listed Historic Properties in the Kenai Peninsula Borough ..........................136 Table 23. Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Risk Factors, 2016 .............................................. 143 Table 24. Responsibility for Transportation Infrastructure in the Kenai Peninsula Borough.....................152 Table 25. Comprehensive Plan 2017 Survey Responses Grading Current Public Transportation System .................................................................................................................................................................159 Table 26. Kenai Peninsula Borough Revenues in Millions of Dollars, FY 2005 to 2015 ...........................175 Table 27. Kenai Peninsula Borough Expenditures in Millions of Dollars, FY 2005 to 2015,..... ...... 176 Table 28. Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Revenue Source per Student, Academic Year 2005 to 2015.............................................................................................................................................................. 177 Table 29. Kenai Peninsula Borough School District School District Revenue by Source in Millions of Dollars, Academic Year 2005 to 2015.........................................................................................................177 Table 30. Senior Citizen and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemptions in the Borough, FY 2005 to 2015 ......................................................................................................................................................................179 Table 31. Farm Use Land Property Tax Deferrals in the Borough, FY 2005 to 2015 ............................... 179 64196 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Thank you to all Kenai Peninsula residents, communities, businesses, organizations and other focal, state and federal partners who have contributed to this Public Review Draft of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan. The project team looks forward to input from all residents, and the chance to get your feedback at a future Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan presentation and/or meeting in early 2018. NOTE: This public review draft is a work in progress. Additional images, graphics, and other visual elements will be included, and technical corrections addressed before the public hearing draft is finalized. Our emphasis in this draft is to present what we've learned throughout the planning process, what we have heard from all of the public engagement and comments received to date, and to introduce a thorough and forward thinking Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Pian with many specific policy priorities. We need YOUR input on the draft plan, what where you would like to see for the future of the Kenai Peninsula Borough. We welcome your thoughts, comments and questions! Comments should be submitted in writing: Email comments@KPBCompPLan.com Mail KPB Planning Department ATTN: KPB Comprehensive Pian 144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 Project Team This plan was produced by Agnew.:Beck Consulting with support from Alaska Map Company, ASRC Energy Services, Alaska Survey Research, Casey Planning & Design, Northern Economics and PDC Inc. Engineers. aim fFEN LLi.'ilk t:,, Northern �$y�� �I.�tl61d1! •t SUPWryFjf a:v:•xf4 1ZCPn0MiC5 POC INC. ENGINEERS L'UkiP t►�l' Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2oi8 REVIEW DRAFT Acknowledgements I i 65194 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 201-r NOTE: The final version of this plan will include information about the Assembly ordinance adopting the plan, including a copy of the ordinance and the date adopted. This plan is currently available for public review and comment, and will be revised prior to being submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission for formal review and approval. Following action by the Planning Commission, the plan will come before the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly for adoption. Public input is welcome during the public review process through spring 2018, and there will be opportunities for comment in public hearings before the Planning Commission and Assembly. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Plan Adoption I ii 6OR6 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Executive Summary OUR VALUES "Everything important to me is here: it is my home" a llie iF:Val k'1Vf-r provides us with fish all surnmel Icing" Economic: Opportunity Freedom, with feu consiraints "Peace and quiet, and the freedom to do what you want" OUR VISION: WHAT IS OUR FUTURE KENAI PENINSULA? Keep the Kenai Peninsula a unique, prosperous, vibrant and attractive place to lave. mum )N*W� Expand and diversify Support local food, Balance economic benefits economic opportunities agriculture and industry of tourism with residents' quality of life ef Protect our most important natural resources LE Promote fiscally Maintain our infrastructure responsible government & services Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 201.8 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary I i 61116 "We all help each other out, Rural, it's a close community" small-town lifestyle Strong community connections 56There are a lot Our of activities, Values recreation options in summer Beautiful and winter'' scenery & wildlife upli�ant natural resources "it's a beautiful place: mountains, wilderness, water..." OUR VISION: WHAT IS OUR FUTURE KENAI PENINSULA? Keep the Kenai Peninsula a unique, prosperous, vibrant and attractive place to lave. mum )N*W� Expand and diversify Support local food, Balance economic benefits economic opportunities agriculture and industry of tourism with residents' quality of life ef Protect our most important natural resources LE Promote fiscally Maintain our infrastructure responsible government & services Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 201.8 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary I i 61116 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 GOALS & OBJECTIVES Goal 1. Diversify and grow the Kenai Peninsula Borough economy. Focus Area: Agriculture and Mariculture a Support a more sustainable and resilient Kenai Peninsula through increased agricultural production and distribution. Objective A. Produce quality, healthy agricultural products for local, state and export markets. Objective B. Sustain and create new agriculture -related jobs and businesses. Objective C. Encourage greater local and regional self-sufficiency. Objective D. Develop a sustainable mariculture industry and create new opportunities for exports. Objective `_. Focus Area: Agriculture and Mariculture Focus Area: Commercial Fishing & Seafood Harvesting Objective A. Encourage the development of seafood industry job opportunities that provide good income and benefits to borough residents. Objective B. Support a diverse mix of pre-employment education and training, on-the- job training and ongoing educational programs to improve the employability of borough residents. Objective C. Strengthen development of the borough's commercial fishing industry. Focus Area: Mining Objective A. Strengthen the investment climate to support mining in the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Objective B. Encourage development of mining and resource development job opportunities that provide good income and benefits to borough residents. Objective C. Support a diverse mix of pre-employment education and training, on-the- job training and ongoing educational programs to improve the employability of borough residents. Objective D. Strengthen development of the borough's mining industry. Focus Area: Oil & Gas Objective A. Continue support for the oil and gas industry, which is one of the primary economic sectors in the borough. Objective B. Anticipate the workforce development and training needs related to employment demand and qualifications from the oil and gas sector's exploration, development, and production and refining activities and from the potential Alaska LNG liquefaction facility and marine terminal. Objective C. Plan for the housing, public services and transportation infrastructure that would be needed to support the Alaska LNG project liquefaction facility in Nikiski. Objective D. Encourage efficient use of land, infrastructure and services in areas already supporting the oil and gas sector. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2o1$ REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 12 W9b REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Focus Area: Tourism & Recreation • Actively invest in and manage tourism and recreation as foundations to the borough's economy and quality of life. • Expand the quality and diversity of four -season recreation opportunities and facilities, to increase the pleasure of living in and visiting the borough, and to promote healthy lifestyles. • Take actions to maximize the potential of tourism to bring sustainable, local economic and fiscal benefits including working to increase lengths of stay and spending per visit and increasing year-round visitation. • Take actions to minimize the potential negative side effects of tourism, such congestion, crowding at destinations, and adverse environmental impacts. © Make it easier, safer and more enjoyable to be a pedestrian in the borough by improving access to systems of trails or pedestrian pathways. • Maintain and improve the quality of the natural settings and ecosystems of the borough's scenic beauty that provide the foundation of tourism and recreation attractions. Objective A. Continue to provide great outdoor recreation and tourism opportunities for a wide range of users, to create a stronger, more enduring borough economy and support resident health and quality of life Objective B. Improve recreational trails, recreational access and mobility Objective C. Protect the underlying quality of recreation and tourism places and resources. Objective D. Expand the recreation and tourism appeal of borough communities Objective E. Expand recreation and tourism marketing, education, job training Objective F. Partnerships and public facility funding. Focus Area: 5portfishing Sustain and expand opportunities for sustainable sportfishing, and the benefits sportfishing provides for the local economy and quality of life. • Protect the health of the natural intact habitat that sustain the sporifishing resource. • Improve access and fishing opportunities, conservation of fish habitat, land management, marketing, education, and partnerships. Objective A, Expand opportunities for sportfishing while protecting the resource Objective B. Protect and enhance the natural systems that support healthy sustainable sportfish habitats and populations. Objective C. Support continued sportfish research, monitoring and education efforts. Goal 2. Proactively manage growth to provide economic development opportunities on the Kenai Peninsula Borough while preserving what residents and visitors value about the area's natural features. Focus Area: Land Use o Sustain and capitalize on what residents most value and enjoy about their neighborhoods and the borough's spectacular scenery, outdoor recreation opportunities, and the natural environment and the fish and wildlife it supports. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary ' 3 69194 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 ® Use land use policies to expand local economic opportunities, including more and better jobs, expanded local shopping and other commercial services, and to help strengthen the Borough's fiscal health. m Expand local influence over the large percentage of lands in state and federal ownership. • Improve the quality, efficiency and availability of public services and facilities. Develop policies that hit a balance point between a fully "hands-off' approach to land use and natural resource protection and overly intrusive land use rules and restrictions. Objective A. Establish polices that better guide land use to minimize land use conflicts, maintain property values, protect natural systems and support individual land use freedoms. Objective B. Develop a stronger local voice in decisions on uses of federal and state lands. Objective C. Guide land use to promote economic development and efficient public roads and other services and facilities. Objective D. Maintain the quality of the borough's natural environment; minimize risk of development in hazardous areas; develop strategies that anticipate and respond to the impacts of climate change. Objective E. Actively work with communities outside of the organized cities in developing locally -driven community plans. Focus Area: Hazard Mitigation & Managing Impacts of Climate Change Objective A. Mitigate structural failure in Kenai Peninsula Borough facilities during seismic events. Objective B. Mitigate risk of flooding and erosion for borough residents. Objective C. Reduce loss of life during natural disasters through public outreach and analysis. Objective D. Manage beneficial and deleterious effects of climate change impacts. Goal 3. Preserve and improve quality of life in the Kenai Peninsula Borough through increased access to local and regional facilities, activities, programs and services. Focus Area: Energy & Utilities Objective A. Encourage coordination of residential, commercial, and industrial development with extension of utilities and other infrastructure. Objective B. Assist communities and residents in generating financing plans for utility extensions. Focus Area: Public Safety & Emergency Services Objective A. Work with cities, Department of Public Safety, and other partners to increase police protection and community safety in the borough. Objective B. Support efforts to reduce crime and recidivism, increase successful reentry of ex -offenders, and promote community-based justice. Objective C. Continue working with agency and community partners to provide coordinated emergency services to prepare for, mitigate, respond to and recover from natural and human -caused emergencies throughout the borough. Kenai Peninsula Borough } Comprehensive Plan 2oi8 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 14 791%6 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Objective D. Establish or improve water supply systems to support firefighting operations in areas without central water systems. Focus Area: Housing Objective A. Increase supply and variety of affordable housing options in the borough, while managing impacts of growth in communities. Objective B. Encourage options for seniors to age in place, maintain the affordability of their home, and other options for remaining in the community. Objective C. Encourage creation and expansion of a continuum of services to reduce homelessness and prevent risk of homelessness in the borough for youth, families and seniors. Objective D. Encourage efficient use of land, infrastructure and services outside Objective F. Proactively plan for and engage with DOT&PF policies and studies. Objective G. Ensure existing infrastructure is maintained and improved. Kenai Peninsula Borough i Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 15 711% incorporated cities by prioritizing future growth in the most suitable areas. Focus Area: Historic Preservation Objective A. Support efforts to identify, document, protect, interpret, and celebrate cultural resources in borough communities. Objective B. Maintain the character of historic towns, districts, and properties while encouraging commercial, tourist, and cultural development. Focus Area: Health Objective A. Protect and enhance the health of all Kenai Peninsula Borough residents and communities. Objective B. Encourage seniors to remain active and healthy members of the community. Objective C. Support the health care industry as an important economic sector and service provider in the community. Objective D. Promote local education and workforce development opportunities in the health care sector. Objective E. Reduce and prevent deaths and other harms related to substance use and addiction. Goal 4. Improve access to, from, and connectivity within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Focus Area: Transportation Objective A. Encourage the safe, responsible expansion of aviation options for private, commercial, and recreational use Objective B. Develop pathways to connect communities with each other and with nearby trails. Objective C. Support the expansion of public and private marine ferries and routes to expand access to borough communities. Objective D. Support the expansion of dock facilities to support marine repair and maintenance, cruise ship, freight, and ferry operations. Objective E. Work with communities to expand public transportation options and ensure the long-term sustainability of public transportation for all residents. Objective F. Proactively plan for and engage with DOT&PF policies and studies. Objective G. Ensure existing infrastructure is maintained and improved. Kenai Peninsula Borough i Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 15 711% REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Objective H. Ensure new roads are developed in alignment with existing and planned growth and development. ". Create more active and engaged Kenai Peninsula Borough residents, local communities, and a more effective and efficient Borough government. Focus Area: Education & Workforce Development Objective A. Provide cost-effective, quality educational services to school-age borough residents. Objective B. Expand educational and training opportunities that tie to directly to the anticipated growth industries. Focus Area: Fiscal Health Objective C. Develop a sustainable fiscal plan for funding Borough operations that reduces dependence on uncertain State funding. Objective D. Diversify Borough revenues to reduce exposure to single industries or sources. Objective E. Develop and apply new fiscal strategies that better link growth in demand for services with revenues needed to pay the cost of those services. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 16 '7:194 r O IN w LU m W V LU qLL. Q W LU /� w co W C7 W H O w 0-4 tx z O z W w a a P-4 73196 i c W .. F rn O Q E 0 0 H a� � 3 �+ • U) G H C c rr V N 0 � Q: N U CD N 0 a 0 D N d O cc (D Q 0 O C rq O r 0 i} m O L 0F - N a� a C L O Y o E o D � I N N � a E ' c v faa �p O N r_ o IL + W O_ Nt3 .3 N d M cc �j -1 0 N fL .0 . Q) N (A 0ED W O D7 C r, S ED t0 H M CL ai C N cm y g' 0 -0c ID N C Q W OCD L 4 C t� o06 C1 C 0 N Z O U C •- dC) r E N t6 lII t6 to CL� c a n. 3 E 99 C C C 0 0 0 C 0 m 0vs •�. CD 0 Cm a C 0 Q L r.+ N Q O2 N Q m O t7 Q1 C w N = d L 0 (D • C a Q�� 0tv c 0 3 ON m 3 o c E m �.� p C) O O c__ c m c� o a s CL !1J C d c O 0 m 0 °) Z c0 C FE N N s!3 73196 i REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN THEMES: WE ARE AT A TURNING POINT An Opportune Moment for Collaboration. Based on the many hundreds of conversations that went into the creation of this draft plan, there is a strong sense that borough residents are ready to move energetically and collaboratively into the next chapter of borough history. There is a shared awareness of new economic realities, such as decreased state funding, and motivation to use the shift in resources and sources of revenue to create a new, more economically resilient Kenai Peninsula. Economic, Fiscal and Environmental Health. The borough has an abundance of natural resources, intact landscape, diverse economy, and a range of resident entrepreneurs and workers committed to long-term positive change. While the future borough economy may be different than that of the past, there are new opportunities in number of traditional and emerging sectors, including oil and gas, tourism, health and agriculture. One key element of any economic strategy will be sustaining the health of the Kenai Peninsula's watersheds, forests and ocean waters that support so much of our way of life and economy. Landscape -Compatible Development. While a majority of borough residents express satisfaction with limited land use regulations, there is also a clear desire to sustain what residents (and visitors) value most about the borough. At the same time, there is shared support for the types of development and change that will bring more year-round jobs, more local retail, and the revenues needed for quality schools, roads and other services. Partnerships and Leveraging Resources. Any one entity in the borough cannot achieve the ambitious list of goals and strategies outlined in this plan. However, the Kenai Peninsula Borough, with their many local, regional, state, federal, private and non-profit sector partners, can expand its capacity to achieve a shared set of priorities, and ultimately, longer-term goals. As the catalyst and convener of their partners, the Kenai Peninsula Borough can make strategic investments to leverage resources that result in the completion of priority projects that benefit all residents. Need for Clear Priorities. The work that led to this draft needs to continue over the coming months, with more listening and more conversations with a wide range of residents, businesses, land owners, agencies, non -profits and other partners. Building from work -to -date, and those upcoming conversations, the final plan will specify a subset of highest priorities for action, that reflect projects and programs that can be achieved, that provide greatest public benefit, and have strongest public support. Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 18 741%b REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 EMERGING COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PRIORITIES AND POLICIES Priorities outlined below have emerged through the planning process to date, and present a sample of related policies — objectives, strategies or actions — the Borough, Kenai Peninsula communities, and many other regional, state and federal partners can take over the next five years to make the Kenai Peninsula an even better place to live. REMINDER: This is a sampling of a robust list of policies contained in this plan. Each section has additional context, data and specifrc strategies to achieve the objectives laid out by topic area. Sustain and make the most of the Kenai's assets. Sample policy: Identify and protect the critical natural intact systems of the Kenai Peninsula Borough, its rivers, watersheds, and fish and wildlife habitats and Workforce Development resources. Actively support actions to sustain healthy fish habitats and populations in a way that preserves and enhances land values. See Land Use & Changing Environment and Hazard Mitigation & Climate Change sections for details. Transportation Options L-1Promoteeconomic growth and innovative businesses. Sample policy: Produce quality, healthy agricultural products for local, state and export markets. See Agriculture & Mariculture section for details. L k ❑ Improve education and workforce development opportunities, Land Use and Changing especially for upcoming Environment p y p g gEnerations. Sample policy: Assist continuing and vocational educational institutions in identifying: opportunities to i expand programs and facilities by providing technical assistance; additional sites for facilities; and high Community Health demand jobs for which vocational and technical training is required. See Education & Workforce Development section for details. t- 0 Address crime and public safety issues. Sample policy: Work with cities, Department of Public Trails & Recreation Safety, and other partners to increase police protection and community safety in the borough. See Public Safety section for details. ❑ Improve transportation systems to meet local needs. Sample policy: Work with communities to expand public transportation options and ensure the long-term sustainability of public transportation for all residents. See Transportation section for details. Kenai Peninsula Borough i Comprehensive Pian 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 19 75194 REVIEW DRAFT j DECEMBER 2017 Encourage development of quality, affordable housing for people of all ages. Sample policy: Increase supply and variety of affordable housing options in the borough, while managing impacts of growth in communities. See Housing section for details. Maintain the quality of our residential neighborhoods. Sample policy: Develop policies that will minimize conflicts between adjoining uses, maintain property values, and maintain and improve neighborhoods, communities and natural systems. See Land Use & Changing Environment section for details. Improve and manage access to important public resources, including land, water, fish and game. Sample policy: Improve access to public lands and waters by working with state and federal land managers to evaluate potential new, low impact and resource intensive access points for resident recreation and subsistence use, and also for economic benefit. (See Tourism & Recreation and Sportfshing sections for details. Provide more services and amenities for a growing senior population. o Sample policy: Encourage health care providers to offer or expand services for seniors, to help older residents remain in the community and have more health care needs met locally. See Health section for details. ❑ Promote ways to improve the health and well-being of all. o Sample policy: Promote healthy behaviors for borough residents, such as supporting transportation infrastructure for safe non -motorized transportation, parks and recreational opportunities, community events, availability of healthy foods, cooperative agreements to use Borough facilities for health events, and building more connections between community members. See Health section for details. Cl Clearly define what services the Borough can provide, what level of services is appropriate across the region, and how to pay for services we need and want. o Sample policy: Develop a sustainable fiscal plan for funding Borough operations that reduces dependence on uncertain State funding. Identify programs that could assist economic development and growth opportunities to diversify the Borough's industries and increase revenues sources. See Fiscal Health section for details. Collaborate with unincorporated communities to improve representation, engagement and self-determination on important local issues. o Sample policy: Actively work with communities outside of the organized cities in developing locally -driven community plans. See Land Use & Changing Environment section for details. Kenai Peninsula Borough i Comprehensive Plan 2o18 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary io 70%6 REVIEW DRAFT ! DECEMBER 2017 WHAT IS A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN? A comprehensive plan is a policy document created by a community, with a combination of big vision goals and practical short -tens strategies. The new Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Pian is an update to the 2005 Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan that: O Guides planning, funding and development efforts in the Borough over the next 20 years. • Accurately reflects community needs, goals and priorities. o Effectively directs resources toward community priorities. a Identifies roles for the Borough in addressing region - wide or community -specific issues. 0 Improves understanding of community businesses, organizations and other resources. t Guides and orients existing and future leaders in the community. m Provides broad policy direction for future planning in specific topics or geographic areas. o Describes how the plan will be implemented, amended and updated. Cities and boroughs in Alaska are required to create and update comprehensive plans. The comprehensive plan is a compilation of policy statements, goals, standards, and maps for guiding the physical, social, and economic development, both private and public. It may include, but is not limited to, the following: statements of policies, goals, and standards; land use; community facilities; transportation; and recommendations for implementation. Alaska Statutes, §29.40.030 RELATIONSHIP TO THE 2005 KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Following adoption by the Borough Assembly, this plan will replace the 2005 Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2005. In practice, however, the new plan builds on the guiding principles and policy direction in the 2005 plan. Many of the 2005 plan's objectives and strategies have been adapted or further refined in the 2018 plan. This reflects continuity in the community's values and desired future, and ongoing need for the Borough and their regional partners to more strategically address longstanding challenges and issues by working together to leverage the region's many assets and opportunities. Unlike the previous plan, the new comprehensive plan does not include an exhaustive inventory of data, trends, or community facilities and service. Instead, this plan focuses on the most relevant and current information to help Borough and community leaders make sound policy decisions. The 2005 plan will continue to be a useful reference document about the Kenai Peninsula, along with other plans and documents, including: other Borough plans, individual cities' comprehensive plans, community plans, Comprehensive Economic Development Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2oi8 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary I it 77IR6 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2097 Strategies (CEDS) plans produced by Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District, and management plans for the federal, state and Borough -owned public lands within the borough. HOW TO USE THIS PLAN The community's plan serves as a legal basis and rationale for other community policies and actions, including: site-specific and neighborhood plans, specialized plans addressing transportation, economic development, housing and other topics; ordinances and other policies carrying out the goals of the comprehensive plan; projects cared out by Borough staff; and communicating priorities and funding requests to state and federal government or other funders, such as the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) list or special legislative appropriations. The goals of this plan give the Borough, and the community at large, a broad vision and direction to work toward in the coming years. Under each goal, there are more concrete objectives to achieve these goals, and specific strategies for the Borough and its partners to pursue. The objectives will also serve to measure progress toward achieving the plan goals, and can be evaluated by the Borough and partnering entities in the future. Priority strategies will be identified in the plan, either as the most important issues for the Borough and their partners to address, or areas where the Borough and their partners can have immediate impact and accomplish early wins. Most importantly, the 2098 plan should serve as a key tool for community leaders and residents in their short and long-term planning and decision-making. The comprehensive plan, in conjunction with more detailed plans and current information, should be4he backdrop and foundational reference for every Borough Planning Commission and Assembly meetings and rulings, and for Borough departments in their daily operations. A note to the reader: throughout this plan, Kenai Peninsula Borough is referred to in shorthand as either "the borough" or "the Borough." When used in lowercase, "the borough" means the region generally, or the geographic area and communities inside the boundaries of Kenai Peninsula Borough. When capitalized, "the Borough" refers specifically to the local government, including elected leadership (Assembly and Mayor) and staff who oversee day to day operations and administer services. Additionally, "the Kenai Peninsula" is also used throughout this document to generally refer to the geographic area of the borough, as well as being the most common name used by residents to refer to the region where they live, but the geographic feature with this name only includes the populated areas of the borough east of Cook Inlet. The borough also includes lands and some population west of Cook Inlet, which should not be overlooked as part of the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The term "the borough" is therefore preferred when describing the overall area, and "the Kenai Peninsula" for describing the location of most of the borough's population, communities, facilities and infrastructure. A COMMUNITY AND RESIDENT -DRIVEN PLAN NOTE: This section will be updated as the plan moves through the review process. The final plan will also include a Public Engagement Appendix documenting the process in more detail. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 112 78194 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 The values, vision, goals, objectives and strategies in this plan have been developed through an extensive public engagement process, including input and ideas from residents, businesses, tribes, nonprofit and community organizations, associations, and government agencies including cities within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. The process of creating and adopting a comprehensive plan enlists and energizes the community to work together to achieve collective goals, not just during the planning process but in future years as the plan is implemented. Connecting directly with residents, businesses, and other stakeholders is central to the planning process: the project team traveled to communities across the borough to invite people to participate, gather thoughts and ideas about what the plan should include, and share how and why the plan is relevant to the entire community. At each meeting or event, participants were encouraged to answer three questions: 1. Values: What do you like best about living on the Kenai Peninsula? 2. Vision: What do you want life on the Kenai Peninsula to be like in 20 years? What is your future Kenai Peninsula Borough? 3. (Priorities: What issues and opportunities should the Borough, residents and their partners focus on as part of this plan? ;deflected Public Engagement Activities in Spring, Summer and Pall 20:17 Over 2,000 residents shared their ideas with the project team More than 50 interviews and small group discussions with local organizations, including: o Chambers of Commerce o Change 4 the Kenai coalition o Cities of Homer, Kenai, Seward, Soldotna, o Kenai Peninsula Borough School District (KPBSD) o Kenai Peninsula Community Care Center o Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District (KPEDD) o Kenai River Sportfishing Association o Kenai Soil and Water Conservation District o Senior centers and local senior groups o Tribes and Alaska Native corporations o Multi -sector focus groups about education and workforce development, agriculture, public transportation, housing and homelessness, and others Over 600 telephone survey responses The project team had a booth or other presence at 20 public events, including: o Kenai Peninsula Sport & Recreation Trade Show (April 28-30, 2017) o Sterling Spring Craft Fair (May 6, 2017) o Kenai River Festival (June 9-11, 2017) o Nikiski Family Fun Days (June 17, 2017) o Sterling Community Summer Fun Carnival (June 17, 2017) o Moose Pass Solstice Celebration (June 17-18, 2017) o Funny River Festival (July 29, 2017) o Kenai Peninsula State Fair (August 19-21, 2017) Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 113 7R1%6 REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 o Industry Appreciation Day (August 26, 2017) A second round of public engagement will occur in early 2018, following the release of the draft plan in December 2017, to share back with the community how their input was incorporated and to solicit feedback and comments on the proposed direction for the borough. Ondine Engagement Throughout the process, the project team communicated updates and relevant information on a project website, www.KPBComRPlan.com. The website invited participation at local events, taking an online survey, and sharing written feedback directly with the project team. The website included an overview and purpose of a comprehensive plan, a summary of the "State of the Kenai" data highlights, and a calendar of upcoming events. The website was updated regularly to reflect the status and focus of the planning process, and included multiple ways to contact the project team or sign up to receive project updates. The team also coordinated with Kenai Peninsula Borough staff to post information to the Borough's Facebook page, encouraging users to visit the project website and get involved in the process. Posts highlighted upcoming events, new information available on the website, and provided notice about key milestones such as the release of the draft plan for public review. Figure z. Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan Project Website The Kenai Peninsula Borougl COMPREHENSIVE PLAN t JI111Pi 13tII&i+a' k i 1+1G tIIf I &ItnrV (I! for k=i \A/1JAr ISACOMPREHENSIVE PLAN? 1 r'rtll�Isl�I�lEi,elt rl���i�,�rt�s�irrtr;�r�rrlr r!lPrl f+#7le�lit7l� �`.�i?I'l�i�?�17� .Sf�3Fr1s��,*i+i'�' iltrrf ;, iiL• t. • -.;. e � .lrl" "V, .•1 -?'.., 'INn� IP'.,'rd r. N. htn,gl"y e . �. t r::e:- liC.r t.4-IIf+Si 1'G 711:': rT: A; '6r-. prllElf"1':11 �' Project website, www.kpboompplan.com, retrieved December 12, 2017. Resident Surveys NOTE: A more detailed summary of the survey results will be available soon, and incorporated into the plan. Kenai Peninsula Borough i Comprehensive Plan 2oi8 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 1 14 SGIRb REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 As part of the project, the Borough commissioned a statistically valid telephone survey to be conducted in June 2017 and collect responses from 600 residents. Respondents were randomly selected by phone number, with half responding on residential landlines and the other half on cell phones. The survey is considered statistically valid because of its sampling method, including selection and weighting to ensure responses are proportional to the borough's actual population, measured both by geographic distribution and demographics such as age and race. The resulting sample of residents is therefore comparable to and representative of the population. The survey included questions about: Benefits and challenges of living on the Kenai Peninsula o Letter -grade assessment of several measures of quality of life such as job security, cost of living, housing, health care, education, public services and utilities, the natural environment, and other topics Overall satisfaction with the Borough's services ® Attitudes and perceptions toward planning and policy issues such as land use regulation, taxation and public services Long-term plans to remain in or leave the borough, and major factors in that decision o Demographic information such as age, family size, household income, and length of residency in Alaska and in the borough In addition to the telephone survey, an online version of the survey questions was available on the website for anyone to respond. Results were not combined with the telephone survey, as they were not collected via the same statistically valid method, but were made available to the project team as input about what the plan should address. Survey results, including all open-ended responses documented during the call, were fully reviewed by the project team and incorporated into each section of the draft plan, along with the significant body of notes and comments collected throughout the year. Survey responses and direct quotes from residents are included throughout the plan to give voice to the many perspectives shared throughout this process. TIMELINE FOR THE PROCESS The comprehensive planning process launched in February 2017, beginning with a thorough review and evaluation of the 2005 comprehensive plan to understand what has been accomplished to date, and where the new plan should stay on the same path or consider new direction for the Borough. In general, Borough leadership and staff felt the previous plan had many broad goals that are still important to the community, but implementation of the plan had been limited. The goal for the 2018 plan — develop more targeted priorities, identify what areas the Borough can play a role in as leader or supporter, and ensure the plan's recommendations take into consideration the Borough's need to be fiscally sustainable and its capacity to act. Figure 2 illustrates the overall timeline and phases of the planning process. The project team framed each phase with the big questions that have guided the process and summarize what has been asked of the community throughout the year. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary I is $1l" REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Figure 2. Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan Timeline SJ)1•i11g 2017 1>atk w`f, tire: f3•.uaugh A��.^frtaly ar d Ruw,i••j ;tio Ytri. �i�n to y_•t rent;;. }1 Wflti i:.— ti.lt Y. .3^d 44t!duc: n1eI.t,e•. i�e5 a?+J tc.vL.5 gfcr .,7C. to pwrwkr .2 ' S Ac of t: y Kci;�X •' t#lx) l that wi:ii i,,c nt•fy and Oppariun?°209. Hasse awareness of the comprenens,1M, p an v -d krlr:outi;rt!•: t;,:rlR:lii:tttillr. !`all 2017 NOW CAN WE GET THERE? Opv,:icp as ;i aaft cot] pm-hBrasi. 2 p1wi viil t.:n :t. on Xi a road -lap, 9i i dirkq uq from t1: hme srtr- rata to ,.jhc .a -.to want +o tom• ! hR pian •rr.t° t ict,;ala -,Ar e=t!aq~ share] L'a'•,a3ti,tJon"aw ol.-Jeutwt !; Spring 2018 - Ongoing • !Votk tcgrth >a a -_N -_w ou• vis -on fo- tint» Kula;. WHAT IS IN THE PLAN? The plan is structured as follows: Suninier 2017 WNERE 00 WE WAIT TO NOT • Attend onweyj+i- tty a ee %a-! d reetirx�s: r.0 d:rs:t shorn-_ sin c•y. conr:uct ane .`acus q -c -p.. w3h intra' huvress a -.d r.)rrtro -ity leidPxs at,roS.•t UP,- Kcr;tir to enaro Ittfatpiat+3r1 on TN. curf$:'it svztP o. ilii: Kenai, gathw inpir about co -e vat,;es a -a estaial.an a to r:-1 rt:r Itwe funirp of H:e Kxft�,i f'eninst.!t. borough. Winter 2017%2oM IS THIS THE RIGNT PATH? • '.b'.ark 1a #h f r rirruta ty 'e ::^S :end reg; ctrnis #rl j:2a�tlC f`K'ifw :n CfsY:`ir)ur^:tk s:ak�:ats at3u rr.r�r:'triky9. 5 -rt: to identity o" er'iFaye 0' cratherirg teedback on the crart rr'r'iTreple-'4 We p's"71, r UIUf9.-:9 fintxsty 4f;t•I3:a.•f • Us£ reside -t a 7 ot!•er ttakehokgar midback to rev=sa tNa draft gSlur • Goaditct vx-K �,eFt: o:,L.vith the Etm mug, Pllarfn ng Camtn.,ssiov ant;' A;+:r+rnh°•2 for th& input. t 1P. P'a f:'an a -'f prem.nl if-, `'" fP r J: ',nft A'&r:c."tDJy a i r',irt oil Ili.-, x)proval proc"s tripterwint A ,J mw';,w ula f.miresr:;. SHAW P- (XMESSwilli Ee.,Q,, W, r sid..tt .and key parte* •c. Executive Summary {THIS D®CUMENTQ: Includes the community's values and vision for the future, a summary of the plan's goals, objectives and priority strategies, the purpose of the comprehensive pian, how the plan will be used, the process used to develop the plan, the adoption process, and how the plan will be updated in the future. Introduction: Provides general information and context about the Kenai Peninsula Borough including geography, population, communities within the borough, services Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT' Executive Summary 116 37M REVIEW DRAFT J DECEMBER 2017 provided, and the current economic, demographic and social trends that inform the need for the policy direction set out in the plan. Comprehensive List of Goals, Objectives and Strategies: This is the most substantive section of the plan. It includes a series of broad goals, objectives grouped by topic area, and specific strategies to achieve the objectives. Also included are relevant highlights, trends and key facts about each topic area that inform the objectives and strategies for that topic. Implementation: Identifies priority strategies for the Borough to focus on in the next few years, as well as a full implementation matrix with specific actions and role(s) for the Borough and other partners for each objective and strategy. See Table 1 for an example. Table i. Example of an Implementation Matrix Lead + Success Baselin Target Strategy Actions Partners Measure a (2018) (YEAR) Strategy - Action to achieve strategy Borough and/or Description ofCurrent # Target # other partners measurement to track progress. o Appendix: Provides additional background information about the borough, documentation of and materials used during the public engagement process, survey questions and a summary of results, a list of acronyms used in the plan. PROCESS FOR FINALIZING, ADOPTING, AMENDING AND UPDATING THE PLAN NOTE: This plan is currently available for public review and comment, and will be revised prior to being submitted to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission for formal review and approval. In the final plan, this section will be updated to reflect the review process. Following the public review and comment period through spring 2017, the project team will revise the plan based on a summary of feedback received, including development of an implementation matrix and list of priority strategies that reflects priorities expressed by the community during the review process, and prepare the comprehensive plan for formal adoption. The draft comprehensive plan will be presented to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission in late spring 2018, for review and a potential recommendation for adoption to the Borough Assembly. The public will have the opportunity to testify about the plan before the Planning Commission in a public hearing. Once supported by the Planning and Zoning Commission, and with further revisions incorporated into the draft plan, the comprehensive plan will be presented to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly for formal adoption. The public will again have an opportunity to testify about the pian before the Assembly in a public hearing. Following formal adoption, the new Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan will replace the current plan adopted in 2005, and guide future decisions and actions by the Borough. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2o18 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary 17 ss/ M REVIEW DRAFT I DECEMBER 2017 Outlined below are the processes for making changes to the Comprehensive Plan in the future: o A minor change does not modify or add to the plan's overall intent. Examples include clarification of intent, making sections or recommendations consistent with each other, a minor change that assists with practical implementation, and technical corrections. Minor changes can be recommended by the Borough or the public, and must be approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly. m An amendment makes a permanent change to the plan by adding to or modifying the basic intent. Examples include addition of a new goal or set of objectives, or making substantive changes to objectives or strategies. Amendments can be recommended by the Borough or the public, and must be approved by the Borough Assembly. A substantive review and update of the Comprehensive Plan should be conducted approximately every five years, beginning with an evaluation by the Borough of progress made toward the existing goals and objectives. Residents, businesses, organizations and other stakeholders should be engaged in the update process to ensure that the updated plan still reflects the community's priorities. The update may include revision and/or deletion of existing goals, objectives and strategies; addition of other goals, objectives and strategies; or a new prioritization according to current needs. Kenai Peninsula Borough I Comprehensive Plan 2018 REVIEW DRAFT Executive Summary i 18 N419b City of Seward Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 5, 2017 Volume 7, Page 258 CALL TO ORDER The December 5, 2017 regular meeting of the Seward Planning & Zoning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Cindy Ecklund. I11R►1 I -1lf1KIM 1 Commissioner Charbonneau led the. pledge of allegiance to the flag ROLL CALL There were present: Cindy Ecklund Martha Fleming Margaret Anderson presiding, and Nathanial Charbonneau Craig Ambrosiani Comprising a quorum of the Board; and Absent Tom Swann- Excused Also Present Jackie C. Wilde, Planner Andy Bacon, Planning Assistant Gary Seese SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS - None Administration Report Jackie Wilde updated the Commission on the following business items • Reported that the November 28, 2017 Work Session was productive and well -attended. • Wilde will be meeting with the City Clerk to continue work on Camping Code next week. • Planning staff will be working on bringing forward a new ordinance with new definitions relating to the Development Requirements that were discussed at the November 28, 2017 Work Session. • Planning staff is working on revamping fee schedule to adjust map printing cost, currently set at $5.00, to more accurately reflect actual cost of printing. Fleming asked for clarification on map printing costs, and Wilde stated that the current charge of $5.00 per map is less than the actual cost of supplies, and that the new cost will be set to cover the cost of printing supplies CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING - None APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Motion (Fleming 1 Charbonneau ) S1;d9 6 Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda City of Seward, Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December S, 2017 _._ Volume 7, Page 259 Motion (Charbonneau / Anderson) Motion Passed Amend the Agenda to add an item C under New Business to schedule a December 19, 201.8 Work Session to discuss Camping Code Unanimous The following item was approved on the Consent Agenda: Approval of November 7, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes Motion Passed Public Hearings Unanimous A. Unfinished Business Items requiring a Public Hearing - None B. New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing 2017-15 Resolution Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The Forest Acres Subdivision, Lot A, Harmon Replat; Creating Four (4) New Lots To Be Known As Lots Al, A2, A3 And A4; Located Within The Rural Residential District Wilde outlined project application process and stated that Integrity Surveying has corrected plat to add exiting 5' foot Right of Way (ROW) and utility easements on surrounding streets. The applicant has worked with soil engineers to perform soil tests and site locations for the on-site septic systems. The applicant provided soils report to Community Development office. At the time of printing the Community Development office received no public comments. The office received an inquiry on December 5, 2017 from Sandie Roach', asking about the on-site septic system in regards to this property. Wilde responded to the inquiry by email that outlined sections of code requirements that permit on-site septic systems. Notice of public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public hearing was opened. Sandie Roach', inside city, asked why applicant is being allowed onsite septic. Roach' asked if there any other lots in Forest Acres that has on-site septic? Wilde replied that she did not know if other lots in Forest Acres had on-site septic but would follow up. Fleming asked administration if there are other sites in Forest Acres with onsite septic, or will thin require further research. Wilde said it will require research. Ecklund asked Wilde to confirm that Code allows for development of on-site septic systems when a City utility sewer line is located over 200 feet from the closest corner of the lot, and Wilde affirmed. Wilde stated that the applicant would also have to follow all State and Federal regulations, and had 46196 City of Seward, Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 5, 2017 Volume 7, Page 260 done so thus far by turning in a soils report. Ecklund asked if a soils report was done on each of the four lots and Wilde replied that samples were taken on two of the four lots. Fleming asked if there was a separate septic system for each lot, and Wilde affirmed that there were separate systems for each lot. Ecklund asked if water and electric were in, and Wilde affirmed that this work was done prior to paving. Wilde stated that she spoke with the Public Works director earlier in the day to double check that these determinations were correct. Ecklund asked if the surrounding properties were hooked up to City water, and Wilde affirmed that to her knowledge all surrounding properties were hooked up to City water. Anderson commented that some .builders in Forest Acres had to install a pump in order to hook up to City sewer utilities. Ambrosiani asked what type of septic system is going in. Ecklund invited applicant to talk about septic system. Larry Harmon, inside city, described the propospd septic systems as typical, being of the septic tank and leech field type. Fleming asked how big these lots are. 'S eese stated these lots are about half acre. Ecklund added that these lots wiII be S times the size of 30 x I00 0inal Townsite Lot. Ecklund asked Harmon if he personally knew of any lots in Forest Acres that had on-site septic systems. Harmon replied that he did not. Ecklund stated that the Commission would like to address the question from the public relating to other Forest Acres lots with onsite septic. Ecklund asked the applicant if he was in a rush to build, and requested applicant int on the Commission postponing this until administration has completed researching ion -site septic systems in the Forest Acres subdivision. Harmon replied that he would prefer not to wait, as this has been a lengthy process, but that it would not cause financial harm to postpone far one rte, Wilde notified everyone that she has contact the Public Works Director asking him to research on-site otic systems iii Forest Ams, and is awaiting a response. Commission discussed amending the agenda to move their vote to item 3. Fleming made a motion to amend agenda, secoWed by Charbonneau, postponing the vote until later in the meeting to give City staff time toyespond Hearing no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed. Motion (Fleming / Charbonneau) Motion to amend the agenda to move the final voteonResolution 2017-15 to Item 3 under New Business Items requiring a Public Hearing Passed Yes: Fleming, Ambrosiani, Charbonneau, Ecklund No: Anderson, Seese 87196 City of Seivard, Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December S, 2017 Volume 7, Pa e 261 2017-16 Resolution Recommending City Council And Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The Dairy Hill Subdivision & Cliff Addition To The Seward Townsite, Leirer Faust Replat; This Replat Combines 8 Lots Into 3 Lots; Tracts 1, 2, 3 And 4 Of Dairy Hill Subdivision Tracts 1-5; Lots 3-5 Block 5 Cliff Addition And Lot 1 a Block 5 Cliff Addition, Vacating The Interior Lot Lines, 20 Foot Alleyway And Add 10 Foot Utility Easement; Located Within The Single Family Zoning District Wilde stated that this resolution has been brought forth by two property owners seeking to both consolidate lots and exchange ownership of property. In doing so, the applicants seek vacation of interior lot lines and easements that would lie within the newly created lots. Wilde stated that she spoke to the City electrical engineer, who specified that the 10' utility easement along Vista Avenue should extend the entire length of the lot, and that a 10' utility easement be added along Ravina Street and First Avenue and the surveyor has been notified of this requirement and has committed to making the required changes before sending the survey drawing to the Borough. Notice of public hearing being posted and pabliShed as required by law was noted and the public hearing was opened. Harold Faust, outside city, explained te reasoning behind the request to vacate the Right of Way. Faust explained that by consolidating these lots there would no longer be a need for an alleyway easement between First and Vista, and father that the topography of land would make an alleyway impractical. Ecklund asked Faust to confirm.the number of lots that would result.fom this platting action. Faust stated that this replat would result in the creatipp of three indh dual lots. Charbonneau asked for clarification about the north -south ROW vacation. Faust stated that the north -south alley ROW was a legal requirement to connect to the east -west alleyway that Faust's earlier platting action vacated. As a result of this platting action, no public access would be needed; therefore Fust would prefer to utilize this space on his property. Ecklund, confirmed that should thU platting action ever be undone, public access to these Iands could still be achieved via Vista Avenue. Steve Leirer, inside city, stated that the ROW Faust was required to maintain was to access lots that Leirer owned. This platting action would no longer require that access. Leirer discussed topography of this land, making suitable build sites difficult to locate and further necessitating this platting action. Anderson asked Leirer if he had an on-site septic system, which Leirer affirmed. Ecklund asked Faust if he was installing an on-site septic system, which Faust affirmed, and has already installed. Motion (Fleming / Ambrosiani) Resolution 2017-16 of the Planning and Zoning Commission, of the City of Seward, Alaska Recommending City Council And Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The Dairy Hill Subdivision & Cliff Addition To The Seward Townsite, Leirer Faust Replat; .This Replat Combines 8 Lots Into 3 Lots; Tracts 1, 2, 3 And 4 Of Dairy 98196 City of Seward, Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 5, 2017 Volume 7, Page 262 Motion Passed Hill Subdivision Tracts 1-5; Lots 3-5 Block 5 Cliff Addition And Lot la Block 5 Cliff Addition, Vacating The Interior Lot Lines, 20 Foot Alleyway And Utility Easement; Located Within The Single Family Zoning District Unanimous 2017-17 Resolution Granting A Variance From Seward Cly Code 15.10.220 Development Requirements To Jeff Hamilton, Hamilton Construction, LLC`, Permitting An Exception To The Zoning Code Maximum Building Height To Allow A 65 Foot Structure On Lot 1, Block 3, Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine Industrial Center, 3301; Jellison Avenue, Within The Industrial Zoning District Wilde stated that Hamilton Construction, a lessee at SMIC, has requested a variance to the Development Requirements in order that they may exceed the 34 foot maximum building height outlined therein, and build a 65 foot structure. Wilde staid that the electric department will want to discuss matters relating to electrical loads with the applicant during the building permit phase, but had no comment regarding building hoight. ' Thr"ikle stated that the Fire Department asked for a requirement that the applicant not place any items for storage above_two stories, recognizing that the variance to the building height requirement is only to accommodate the 300 ton travel lift and tall vessels, but shall not be used for equipment or materiels store. The Fire Department also requested the addition of entries adjacent to both frontage streets for safety reasons. Wilde stated that the applicant has volunteered to install a fire suppression sprinkler system, which is not a typical requirement for this building Notice of public hearing being prated and published as required by law was noted and the public hearing was opened. Carol Griswold, inside city, stated her concern that this will open up floodgate for many more additional variance requests of this type. Griswold stated that she is concerned that this may cause insurance rates to increase. Griswold requests that future applicants be required to install fire suppression systems as a .condition of their variance. Motion (Fleming / Seese) Resolution 2017-17 of the Planning and Zoning Commission, of the City of Seward, Alaska granting A Variance From Seward City Code 15.10.220 Development Requirements To Jeff Hamilton, Hamilton Construction, LLC, Permitting An Exception To The Zoning Code Maximum Building Height To Allow A 65 Foot Structure On Lot 1, Block 3, Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Seward Marine 89196 City of Seward Alaska Seward Planning & "Zoning Commission Minutes December 5, 2017 Volume 7, Page 263 Industrial Center, 3301 Jellison Avenue, Within The Industrial Zoning District Fleming asked for clarification on the location of doors. Fleming discussed concerns over whether or not the applicant will adhere to storage requirements. Wilde discussed the means by which the City can enforce these requirements, through annual life - safety inspections and building permit inspections. Anderson stated that Vigor operates a 100 foot high structure at SMIC, and that additional protected area is needed if the City is to encourage development of SMIC. Charbonneau recommended requiring sprinkler systems in future buildings of this type, and stated that we need more of these types of buildings at SMIC. Ambrosiani seconded the sprinkler requirement. Ecklund stated that since sprinklers are currently not required by Code, the Commission can't require them as a condition, but that the Commission may recommend a change to the code requiring sprinklers. Ecklund asked what would happen if the Fire Department ladder truck moves to the west side of Resurrection Bay. Wilde stated that she cannot comment on potential changes to Fire Department operations. Motion Passed Unanimous 2017-15 Resolution Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The Forest Acres Subdivision, Lot A, Harmon Replat; Creating Four (4) New Lots To Be Known As Lots Al, A2, A3 And A4; Located Within The Rural Residential District Motion (Anderson / Fleming) Resolution 2017-15 of the Planning and Zoning Commission, of the City of Seward, Alaska Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval Of The Forest Acres Subdivision, Lot A, Harmon Replat; Creating Four (4) New Lots To Be Known As Lots Al, A2, A3 And A4; Located Within The Rural Residential District Wilde stated that the Public Works Director had responded to her questions with the following "the last few houses on Dimond by Dieckgraeff Road, a new home on the corner of Dimond and Hemlock, 500 Hemlock doesn't show that there is a sewer line so he assumes they also have septic, and 2604 Maple, he also stated that 104 Benson is also on septic" have on-site septic systems installed. Commission thanked administration and Public Works for the quick response Motion Passed Unanimous LIQ 1 DIA0413 ' 1311311.y 1►1 .Y.�LI1M 90196 City of Seward, Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 5, 2017 Volume 7, Page 264 NEW BUSINESS Discuss possibility of rescheduling the January 2, 2018 Meeting Wilde stated that she introduced this new business item to remind Commissioners that this Regular Meeting occurs the day after a holiday, and requests the Chair poll the Commission for availability. Motion (Anderson / Ambrosiani) Motion Withdrawn Motion (Anderson 1 Fleming) Motion Passed Reschedule the January 2, 2018 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission to January 9, 2018. (Anderson 1 Ambrosiani) Reschedule the January 2, 2018 Regular Meeting of the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission to January 16, 2018 at 7:00 PM and schedule a Work Session for January 9, 2018 at 6PM with topic of "Development Requirements" Unanimous Commissioners discussed their availability for January 2, 2018, and reach a consensus that they should try to reschedule the meeting. Commissioners discussed their availability for meetings over the month of January 2018. Discuss scheduling Work Session with topic of "Camping Code" Charbonneau proposed scheduling a work session for December 19, 2017 to discuss Camping Code. Wilde stated that we need 2 week notice for public postings, and it is too late to add the work session. Wilde proposed a special work session scheduled for January 16, 2017 6PM. Commissioners scheduled a special work session on January 16, 2018 at 6:00 PM to discuss Camping Code by consensus Informational Items and Reports (No action required) - A. Planning and Zoning "Did You Know" B. FEMA Region X Newsletter C. City Manager Report from November 27h meeting D. 2018 Planning & Zoning Meeting Schedule E. City Calendars December & January 911%) City of Seward, Alaska Seward Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes December 5, 2017 Volume 7, Page 2b5 Commission Comments Fleming- Thanks to Chair and Administration for good communication. Charbonneau- Thanks commission for scheduling the Camping Code work session Ambrosiani- Thanks to staff Seese- Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone Citizens' Comments Carol Griswold; inside city, urges commission to not move forward on adopting camping code changes immediately following work session. Griswold stawd that she is advocating for P&Z commission to be allowed to work on the revision of the 1:997 Seward Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Griswold thanks the Commission for their hard work. Commissions and Administration Response to Citizens' Comments Fleming stated that in previous efforts to revise Camping Code she felt that Administration was moving too quickly, and the Commission worked to. slow the process to allow more public involvement. Ecklund stated that the adopted Camping Code will be 25 years old next year, and Code revision has been on the P&Z Commission work list for years. ADJOURNMENT (Auderson/Fleming) The meeting was adjourned at 8:23p.m. Jackie C. 'Wilde Cindy L. Ecklund Planner Chair (City Seal) 92!96 Please be advised of IN INTER SEASON STREET CLOSURE Eist Side 11RARKING TUESDAYS 2.00 AM TO 8:00 AM OCT 15 MAR 15- 11 0 West Side ]PARKIN[' WEDNESDAYS 2:00 AM TO 8:00 AM OCT 15 MAS 15 _1W_ Along Fourth and Fifth From Adams to,Ra' ilway Will also include. 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