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Agenda Packet
Special Meeting
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Council Chambers, City Hall
12:00 p.m.
SPECIAL MEETING REQUEST
Pursuant to Seward City Code 2.10.030 (2), this is to serve as the written notice calling a Special Meeting of the
Port & Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. for the purpose
of.
Other Reports and Presentations
I. Alaska Railroad Report by Christy Terry
2. Chamber of Commerce Report by Cindy Clock
1 Harbormaster Report by Norm Regis
4. Administration Report
5. Seward Airport Committee Report by Bruce Jaffa
Other New Business Items
*1. Approval of the September 18, 2019 PACAB Meeting Minutes.
2. Nominate, elect, and swear-in a commissioner as Chair.
3. Nominate, elect, and swear-in a commissioner as Vice Chair, if necessary.
4. Discuss the Seward Airport Committee. (Paquette)
5. Discuss next steps for the Climate Action Plan committee, (Ilaquette & Schneidei)
6. Discuss the Lowell Point sewage lagoon. (Taquelle)
7. Review the 2019 budget year-to-date, and review and discuss the proposed 2020/2021 budget,
8. Discuss sending a delegate to attend the Alaska Municipal League (AML) Conference in
Anchorage November 2,0-22, 2019. (Sc hneidev)
9. Review and update PACAB's City, State, and Federal Priorities.
10. Discuss annual review of the SMIC Development Plan,
11. Discuss 5G. (11aquette)
12. Discuss electric car charging stations. (Paquette)
13. Schedule a work session in November and set the topic.
Informational Items and Reports
A. ['4(-,'AB2019 (�'oal (-,,(,itendat-
B. PAC AB Resolution 2019-01, PA(AR Prioritiesfi-oin Februw�y, 2019 to 1-�ebruarV, 2020
The meeting will commence in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Adams Street, Seward, All interested
persons are invited to attend the meetings.
Signed this 23 rd day of October, 2019.
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Upon this request the City Clerk will give due and proper notice as required by SCC 2.10.032
(No business shall be transacted other than stated above.)
SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
Pursuant to Seward City Code 2.10.030 (2), this is to serve as the written notice calling a Special
Meeting of the Port & Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) on Wednesday, October 30, 2019
at 12:00 p.m. for the purpose of:
Other Reports and Presentations
1. Alaska Railroad Report by Christy Terry
2. Chamber of Commerce Report by Cindy Clock
3. Harbormaster Report by Norm Regis
4. Administration Report
5. Seward Airport Committee Report by Bruce Jaffa
Other New Business Items
*1. Approval of the September 18, 2019 PACAB Meeting Minutes.
2. Nominate, elect, and swear-in a commissioner as Chair.
3. Nominate, elect, and swear-in a commissioner as Vice Chair, if necessary.
4. Discuss the Seward Airport Committee. (Paquette)
5. Discuss next steps for the Climate Action Plan committee. (Paquette &
Schneider)
6. Discuss the Lowell Point sewage lagoon. (Paquette)
7. Review the 2019 budget year-to-date, and review and discuss the proposed
2020/2021 budget.
8. Discuss sending a delegate to attend the Alaska Municipal League (AML)
Conference in Anchorage November 20-22, 2019. (Schneider)
9. Review and update PACAB's City, State, and Federal Priorities.
10. Discuss annual review of the SMIC Development Plan.
11. Discuss 5G. (Paquette)
12. Discuss electric car charging stations. (Paquette)
13. Schedule a work session in November and set the topic.
Informational Items and Reports
A. PACAB 2019 Goal Calendar
B. PACAB Resolution 2019-01, PACAB Priorities fi^oin February, 2019 to
February, 2020
The meeting will commence in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 410 Adams Street,
Seward. All interested persons are invited to attend the meetings.
Posted: Wednesday, October 23, 2019
City Hall bulletin board
U.S. Post Office
Harbormaster's Building
Seward Community Library Museum
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SEWARD PORT AND COMMERCE
ADVISORY BOARD
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
October 30, 2019 12:00 p.m. Council Chambers
Vacant 1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair
Term Expires 2022 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Bruce Jaffa 3. ROLL CALL
Vice Chair
Term Expires 2021
4. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT
Carl Hughes THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Board Member [Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time
Term Expires 2020 is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda
item.]
Colby Lawrence
Board Member 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Term Expires 2022 [Approval of Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk
O. Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a council
member so requests. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the
Laura Schneider Regular•AgendaJ
Board Member
Term Expires 2020 6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Lynda Paquette A. Other Reports and Presentations
Board Member 1. Alaska Railroad Report by Christy Terry ............ Pg. 5
Term Expires 2021 2. Chamber of Commerce Report by Cindy Clock
3. Harbormaster Report by Norm Regis ................. Pg. 6
Erin Lemas 4. Administration Report
Board Member 5. Seward Airport Committee Report by Bruce Jaffa
Term Expires 2021
Scott Meszaros
City Manager
Norm Regis
Harbor Master
Brenda Ballou
City Clerk
City of Seward, Alaska PA CAB Agenda
October 30, 2019 Page 1
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7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS —None
S. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolutions —None
B. Other New Business Items
9. 1. Approval of the September 18, 2019 PACAB Meeting Minutes. ........................... Pg. 7
2. Nominate, elect, and swear-in a commissioner as Chair.
3. Nominate, elect, and swear-in a commissioner as Vice Chair, if necessary.
4. Discuss the Seward Airport Committee. (Paquette) ............................................ Pg. 13
5. Discuss next steps for the Climate Action Plan committee. (Paquette &Schneider) 14
6. Discuss the Lowell Point sewage lagoon. (Paquette)
7. Review the 2019 budget year-to-date, and review and discuss the proposed 2020/2021
budget. ................................................................................................................. Pg. 18
8. Discuss sending a delegate to attend the Alaska Municipal League (AML)
Conference in Anchorage November 20-22, 2019. (Schneider) .......................... Pg. 20
9. Review and update PACAB's City, State, and Federal Priorities. ...................... Pg. 29
10. Discuss annual review of the SMIC Development Plan. ..................................... Pg. 39
11. Discuss 5G. (Paquette) ........................................................................................ Pg. 65
12. Discuss electric car charging stations. (Paquette)
13. Schedule a work session in November and set the topic.
10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No Action Required)
A. PACAB 2019 Goal Calendar ............................................................................... Pg. 72
B. PACAB Resolution 2019-01, PACAB Priorities from February, 2019 to February,
2020 ..................................................................................................................... Pg. 74
11. BOARD COMMENTS
12. CITIZEN COMMENTS
13. BOARD AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZEN COMMENTS
14. ADJOURNMENT
City of Seward, Alaska PACAB Agenda
October 30, 2019 Page 2
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RAILROAD
October 23, 2019
Port and Commerce Advisory Board Port of Seward
City of Seward TEL 907.265.2209
Report to the Port and Commerce Advisory Board
September-October 17, 2019 Vessel Traffic-
• 26 large vessels including fuel and freight barges, fishing, research vessels, and Navy
• 7 Cruise ships docked at the Passenger Dock.
• USNS Comstock and LCU's on the Passenger Dock 9/16-20. Public Tours provided for the
community including USN Band Performances.
Events at the Cruise Ship Terminal-
• Music Festival September 27-28
• Halloween Fair October 31
• Archery Fridays in November
• Corn Hole Club Mondays in November
• Holiday Fair December 6 and 7
• ADFG Fin Fish Conference December 9-13
Other Items-
• Last Coastal Classic was Monday September 16tn
• I attend the Alaska Harbormaster's Conference in Juneau September 30-October 4, 2019
• ARRC will present information on the upcoming Passenger Dock replacement plans at the October
28tn Council Meeting
• Assistant Port Manager Dwayne Atwood will attend Pacific Marine Expo and help staff City of
Seward Booth
ChristyTerry, CPE
Seward Port Manager
terryc(a)akrr.com
907.265.2209 office 1907.422.7071 mobile
mailing: PO Box 95, Seward, AK 99664-0095
physical: 913 Port Avenue, Seward, Alaska
web: www.AlaskaRai]road.com
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HARBORMASTER REPORT FOR PACAB
October 23, 2019
1. The SO ton lifts have picked up due to the end of the season.
2. The 330 ton lifts have also picked up as vessels are coming out of the water for the season.
3. All the water has been turned off for the winter,there are 4 year round water locations in the
harbor located at the F float trestle, at the end of F-float, the t-dock and on Z-float.
4. We are currently working with ADF&G to replace the North East Boat Launch Ramp,funding is
currently available through the same grant,waiting on the 2020 State budget to be approved.
S. We had a SMIC security audit by the US Coast guard, no deficiencies found.
6. The harbor interview a candidates for the senior administrative assistant position and made an
offer, she has accepted and started on October 14.
7. The Harbormaster traveled to Juneau for the Harbormasters convention, he also met with
DOT and delivered a resolution from Council on the closure of the Silver Tip
maintenance station, and discussed the airport issue with the City of Seward keeping the
1.1 option available.
8. The Coast Guard contacted the harbormaster while in Juneau they will be visiting Seward
during week of November 4t" to the 8`" to review the sites and work out some minor
issues.
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CALL TO ORDER
The September 18, 2019 regular meeting of the Port and Commerce Advisory Board was
called to order at 12:00 p.m. by Chair Christy Terry.
OPENING CEREMONY
Erin Lemas led the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Christy Terry presiding, and
Bfuee T ff Colby r . o 0
Carl Hughes Laura Schneider
Lynda Paquette Erin Lemas
comprising a quorum of the board; and
Scott Meszaros, City Manager
Norm Regis, Harbormaster
Brenda Ballou, City Clerk
Excused—Lawrence, Jaffa
Absent—None
CITIZEN'S COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEARING—None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Hughes/Paquette) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous Consent
The city clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approval of the August 14, 2019 PACAB Regular Meeting Minutes.
SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Alaska Railroad Report by Christy Terry
Chamber of Commerce Report by Cindy Clock
Harbormaster Report by Norm Regis
City of Seward,Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
September 18, 2019 Volume 3, Page
Administration Report—None
Update from the Climate Action Plan Committee
Presentation on the Lowell Canyon Hydro Study by Andy Baker (telephonically)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS —None
NEW BUSINESS
Resolutions —None
Other New Business
Discuss the options for proceeding with the Lowell Canyon Hydro Project, and give
direction to administration to draft a resolution for council recommendation.
Motion (Paquette/Hughes) Recommend to city council that
administration hold a meeting in October
with Andy Baker, the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, and the U.S. Geological
Survey to have a weir designed and three
gauges installed for a water flow study for
the Lowell Canyon Hydro Project.
Terry supported this motion because funds had already been allocated within Andy
Baker's study contract.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Discuss the status of the city's Interconnect Policy, and give direction to administration to
bring PACAB Resolution 2019-003, approved on May 15, 2019, to city council.
Terry recalled that when PACAB passed this resolution in May, it was agreed that it
would be provided to council before the end of October. The reason that PACAB allowed the
delay was to enable the Electric Department to review the resolution with Dryden & LaRue;
Terry said Dryden & LaRue had subsequently informed the city that they would be unable to
review the resolution, but Dryden & LaRue did furnish some information about transfer
switches.
Electric Utility Manager John Foutz said he appreciated PACAB's patience with the
Electric Department, and he supported the direction that PACAB was going.
Schneider said PACAB had previously discussed the possibility of rewriting this
resolution to accommodate new language for the transfer switch, but ultimately decided to move
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forward with the resolution as it was; Foutz could make his case to council if he felt like changes
were necessary.
The board directed administration to bring PACAB Resolution 2019-003 forward to council.
Meszaros said administration and the Electric Department had met with Phil Kaluza to
review and discuss the city's Interconnect Policy, and he thought it had been a productive
meeting.
In response to Paquette, Foutz said his interpretation of the current situation was that
there were some citizens who wanted the Electric Department to do the work for them, at the
expense of the rate payers. Foutz said he did not think that was appropriate, and that the citizens
needed to do the legwork, not the city. Schneider suggested there was a balance to be struck
between the city and the citizens because Seward handled this differently than every other place
in the world, and so the city should be responsible for sharing the legwork and helping citizens to
understand how things had to be done. Foutz said council could give administration direction to
that effect.
Terry said one thing that made interconnection attractive for the city's utility was that
people could generate power at a lesser cost than the $0.12 it cost for Chugach to furnish it to the
city; plus, if the line loss was also taken into consideration, the result would be even more
beneficial to the rate payers. Terry suggested the city's expectations should be reasonable.
Paquette concurred and said the goal should be enabling the city to buy power cheaper from the
local citizens.
Discuss the City Council Public Forum regarding the Seward airport held September 16,
2019.
Paquette said, if there was a parcel of land of 5,000 feet anywhere in the Seward area that
could be developed into a long runway, then perhaps the community should just let the Alaska
Department of Transportation do what they wished with the current airport and the community
could establish its own airport authority.
Schneider said it would be beneficial for the airport committee, after the committee was
formed by council next week, to get ahold of the state's report to the governor which outlined
what the state's recommendations were regarding the disposition of the Seward airport. She also
thought it would be valuable to examine the requirements of the Section 14 grant that was
discussed at the forum; perhaps that grant could be used to address the long runway in a separate
project. Schneider cautioned that it was important for the community to be prepared with a back-
up plan in the event the DOT moved ahead with their plans regardless, including, at the very
least, an insistence that the long runway be left in its current state and not torn up or removed.
Hughes wondered if administration had reached out to Kenai or Soldotna to learn how
they managed their airports. He wasn't sure if enough revenue could be generated right away if
Seward could have a commercial airport because the airport would also be required to have an
instrument landing strip, among other things.
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Meszaros said the DOT and FAA came to the public forum meeting thinking they were
delivering everything to the community that Seward wanted. The Seward airport was state-
owned property; some of the other airports on the Kenai Peninsula were privately owned.
Meszaros said, in order to get a longer runway than the FAA was willing to pay for, there had to
be demonstrated landings and operational capacity, not just future needs and desires. Meszaros
thought the right approach was to enhance collaboration with the DOT.
The board suspended the rules to speak with Council Member Suzi Towsley.
Council Member Suzi Towsley said she was interested in forming a citizen committee
to work on the issues surrounding the Seward airport, and believed she would have support from
council. She appreciated all the public input that council received at the forum.
The board went back on the rules.
Paquette said the idea of having a new runway somewhere else would allow the city to
talk to private funders. She was frustrated that the FAA wanted to see demonstrable need for a
longer runway because those numbers couldn't be produced; the current runway would not
support the traffic. She had every reason to believe that the city could find funding partners to
create a commercial airport in Seward.
Reschedule to October 2, 2019 PACAB meeting, and review and revise the topic for the
October 16, 2019 PACAB work session.
Terry said she would be in Juneau the first week of October for the Harbormasters
Conference, along with Harbormaster Norm Regis and Deputy Harbormaster Matt Chase.
Motion (Terry/Lemas) Reschedule the October 16, 2019 work
session to October 2, 2019 with the topic
to review the Harbor Tariff and the
SMIC Development Plan.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Motion (Terry/Lemas) Reschedule the October 2, 2019 regular
meeting to October 23, 2019.
Motion Passed Unanimous
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
PACAB 2019 Goals Calendar.
PACAB Resolution 2019-01, PACAB Priorities fVom February, 2019 to February, 2020.
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City Clerk memo regarding the renumhering of PACAB Resolutions 2019-003 and 2019-004.
BOARD COMMENTS
Lemas thanked everyone for coming to the meeting, and said she was excited that the
Seward Music &Arts Festival would be this weekend.
Paquette thanked everyone for coming. She was excited for the airport committee, as
well as the flow study for Lowell Canyon.
Schneider thanked everyone for coming. She believed the Interconnect Policy would
improve customer relations.
Hughes had attended the public form for the airport, and thought the citizen committee
was a good idea. He appreciated Andy Baker's suggestion to engage the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers to save the city money.
Terry welcomed the U.S. Comstock to port; she thanked the American Legion for their
hospitality towards the 300 member crew. She thanked Towsley for coming to the meeting and
speaking. Terry was excited about hosting the Climate Action Plan public forum.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Carol Griswold thought PACAB covered a lot of interesting topics, and it was a great
board. She was disappointed that Andy Baker's presentation was telephonic, and she had a lot of
reservations about the Lowell Canyon Hydro Project. She said she wished Seward would keep
the airport small so the town could stay small, and she didn't support mega cruise ships.
Joe Tougas was happy to attend his first PACAB meeting today; he was impressed with
how many topics the board covered. He thought the Lowell Canyon Hydro Project was super
cool, he supported the Interconnect Policy, he wanted to move the 50 Ton Travelift to SMIC, and
he wanted to have small boat storage available at SMIC.
Darryl Schaefermeyer told the board to have the courage to keep going and take risks.
Every advancement made in this community had to be fought for, criticism had to be endured,
and it was hard, but that was the only way to get things done.
Lemas left the dais to take an emergency phone call.
Suzi Towsley had met Admiral Gray this morning, and would be touring the Comstock
later today. She reminded everyone that absentee voting started on Monday, and she pointed out
that there would be a resolution at council on Monday addressing the state's closure of the
Silvertip Maintenance Station.
Lemas returned to the dais.
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BOARD AND ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSE TO CITIZEN COMMENTS
Terry said the meeting that Andy Baker proposed having would be included in the current
contract, and would not cost the city anything extra. She thought moving the 50 Ton Travelift to
SMIC could be a discussion item for PACAB in the future.
Hughes thanked everyone for speaking, and thought Tougas had some interesting ideas.
Paquette said if the Seward airport had commercial services, she imagined the planes
would be smaller sized.
Schneider thanked Tougas for bringing up the idea about moving the 50 Ton Travelift.
Regis said, in order to have the 50 Ton Travelift at SMIC, a new pit would have to be
created for it and also new land would have to be designated for small boat storage. Regis added
that derelict vessels remained a problem.
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting was adjourned at 1:45 p.m.
Brenda J. Ballou, MMC Christeffal Terry
City Clerk Chair
(City Seal)
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CITY OF SEWARD
SPECIAL AD HOC CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Formed October 14, 2019
MISSION
The committee was formed for the purpose of researching options for the Seward airport. The
committee is advisory to the Seward City Council.
MEETING& REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
The committee may meet on its own, as often as it wishes, and in any location(s) most
convenient to the committee. The committee is not bound by the Open Meetings Act. The
committee will provide reports to City Council no less than quarterly.
SUNSET
The committee will sunset on December 31, 2020, unless extended by City Council action.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Bruce Jaffa - Chair (907) 240-0362 bnrce@jaffaconstruction.com
Stephanie Presley (907)224-3340 spresley@kpb.us
Lynda Paquette (907) 491-2378 admin@angelscareinc.org
Steve Leirer scleirer@gci.net
Walter Corrigan (907) 362-1178 walter.corrigan@gmail.com
Carol Griswold c_griz@yahoo.com
Bob Linville (907)224-3252 linville@ak.net
Fred Woelkers (907) 422-7429 dayharborranch@gmail.com
Bob Reisner (907) 715-6602
Duke Marolf (208) 420-2103 duke@catalyst-marine.com
CITY CONTACTS
City Website http://www.cityofseward.us
City Manager Scott Meszaros smeszaros@cityofseward.net (907) 224-4047
Executive Liaison Rosa Salazar rsalazar@cityofseward.net (907)224-4047
City Clerk Brenda Ballou clerk@cityofseward.net (907) 224-4045
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PACAB Climate Action Plan Public Forum
September 24,2019
COMMUNITY INPUT
SECTOR ISSUES SOLUTIONS
• High energy use during summer months • Methane for energy needs
• Expensive&fossil fuel intensive heating for residential& • Wind fanil&solar emission
commercial buildings • Lowell Creek hydro-electric plant
i� • Seward electricity depends too heavily on fossil fuels • Geothermal
• No affordable or energy efficient alternatives available for propane • Promote/incentivize interconnection of solar/wind into city grid
• Above ground power lines have short life spans • Carbon tax
• Incentivize energy efficiency in new construction
• Require solar energy in new commercial construction in summers
only
• Encourage visitors to consider activities that are less carbon
intensive.
• Ocean energy for maritime community
• Utility-based loan/grant program for energy efficiency(RFP)
• Seward encourage vehicle transportation over other methods of • More fanils&greenhouses&hydroponics
transportation • Increase ride share opportunities
• Roads are difficult to travel without a car in the winter • Organize a walk/bike to work day
• Difficult to bike to town from Nash road,Old Mill,Questa Woods, • Bike trail to Grouse Lake
Bear Lake • Tax reduction for electric vehicles/hydrogen city vehicles
• Current zoning law incentives sprawl over density • Increase in public transportation to help reduce RV use
• Seward does not use much land for local agriculture • Bike trail to Exit Glacier
• Not everyone has access to cars • More sidewalks in downtown Seward&prevent vehicles from
• Percent of land dedicated to car parking&wide roads/streets blocking shoulder lanes from pedestrians
instead of human-powered transportation • Alternative interconnectivity into city grid
• Safe transportation routes to schools
• Zoning to encourage higher density-development,increase paths&
safety awareness for bike riders&pedestrians;make Fourth Ave.
&Railway Ave.pedestrian-only routes
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SECTOR ISSUES SOLUTIONS
• Beetle kill • Reforestation
• Forest management education for changing ecosystem
• Plant more trees
�� • Decelerate acidity of our atmosphere
������ • invasive species hunt with kids
• Flood surge • Special requirements/restrictions to build in high-risk areas
• Bigger storms • Less asphalt
• Warming climate will increase the likelihood of floods. • Acute flooding/emergency assistance
1 • Drought/wildfire
• Long term sea level rise will threaten much of Seward's land
• Out-of-towners don't want annexation,but want to be involved • Education
• Food insecurity • Public classes on climate-socio-political issues
• Behavior is tough,especially when people don't see the immediate • Come to the SeaLife Center this Friday for open discussion
connection of what they do to climate • Regular forums on relevant issues regarding climate control(ocean
health,forest health,etc.)
• Profits from renewables
W • Public gardening
• Climate action plan group throwing an awareness party
• Reach out to high school students/youth groups... invite and
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tm m engage!
• Tax reductions for businesses who go green
• Provide outreach&education to national&international
visitors/Seward's tourists
• City buildings are expensive/inefficient to heat • Invest in carbon-capture fan research
D • High utility costs • Heat pump technology to heat&cool municipal buildings
• Code is prohibitive and not green energy friendly • Invest in fusion energy
• Clean fuel vehicles/electric vehicles for City operations
• Relax zoning&building code for higher density&low-emissions
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SECTOR ISSUES SOLUTIONS
• Food waste releases methane as it decomposes in landfills • Methane capture at landfill/large scale composting
• Many homes dependent on well/septic • Get rid of automatic water faucets
• No incentive for residents to reduce water usage • Meter residential water
• Wells going dry • Rain barrels from reclaimed materials
• Not being able to recycle#5 plastics in Seward • Change default size of weekly trash service to 32 gallon can,or bi-
• No public recycling bins downtown weekly instead of weekly trash pick-up
• Industrial compost in Kenai
i r • Regular visits with borough high efficiency burner for wood waste
• Coffee grounds recycling composition
• Ocean acidification impacts • Opportunity
• Fish regime shifts&wildlife impacts • Remote beach clean-ups
• Toxic algae blooms • Recycling fishing line
• Increased cruise ship traffic&tourism impacts • Only permit cruise ships into port that meet city emissions
• Increased run-off&glacial melts requirements�a
1f� • Potential oil spills • Citizen data collection
• Higher traffic changes due to low level shifts • Citizen involvement in ocean studies locally
• Blob impacts&increased frequency • Boater education&stopping illegal discharge
• Raise awareness of fuel efficiency in fishing industry
• Permeable parking lots to eliminate chemical runoff
• Researching cruise ship rates&adjusting,if necessary
• Prohibit all cruise ships from entering Aialak Bay
• Glacier Bay Gustavus Experience w/rebound
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PACAB Climate Action Plan —Clerk's Notes
September 24, 2019
Christy Terry, PACAB Chair
Welcome
Introduced PACAB Members present
Provided overview of the eight ctaegories: Energy, Transportation & Land Use, Forest & Open Spaces,
Flood Resilience, Ocean Health, Water &Waste, Municipal Operations, and Public Involvement.
Dr. Micah Hahn, International Arctic Research Center; Asst Professor of Environmental Health at UA
Worked with Anchorage on their CAP
What is a climate Action Plan? 1) must represent the values and the voices of the community, 2) be
creative; you don't need a big budget, 3) is a strategic roadmap for measuring and reducing greenhouse
gas emissions, and 4) prepares for the impacts of climate change.
Q&A
1. A lot of solutions fall on the consumer. How can the accountability go back to retailers and
others? Develop a CAP for Seward then share it with other cities. Join together to create
common solutions and work with energy together.
2. How can we balance adaptation and mitigation? If lots of small entities are making proactive
changes then the cumulative effect can be profound.
3. How do you define the scope and what to address? Include anything that can be addressed by
any partnering resources (i.e., the city plus university, marine groups, private businesses, etc.).
4. Was a Carbon Tax considered in Anchorage's CAP? It was not identified specifically in
Anchorage, but because Seward is smaller; we may be able to gather consensus from
stakeholders for this idea earlier on.
5. Did working groups have their own matrixes for goal setting? No, except for energy and waste.
Other sectors have not developed matrixes, but will be working on that for the next year or so.
Dr. Hahn will be available to answer questions at PACAB's October 23, 2019 meeting.
Other Notes:
Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy
https://www.globalcovenantofmayors.org/
Guide to Equitable Community-Driven Climate Preparation
https://www.usdn.org/uploads/cms/documents/usdn guide_to equitable_community-
driven climate preparedness-_high_res.pdf
Has been uploaded to the citv's website on PACAB's page
Portland, Oregon's Climate Action Plan
https://www.portlandoregon.govibps/49989
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Brenda Ballou
From: Brenda Ballou
Sent: Friday, September 20, 2019 1:56 PM
To: bballou@cityofseward.net('bballou@cityofseward.net') ('bballou@cityofseward.net')
Subject: PACAB 2019 Budget Report
Tracking: Recipient Read
bballou@cityofseward.net
('b ba I lo u @ci tyofs ewa rd.net')
('b ba I lou @ci tyofs ewa rd.net')
Bruce Jaffa
Carl Hughes
Christy Terry
Colby Lawrence
Erin Lemas
Laura Schneider
Lynda Paquette
'Matt Chase"
Norm Regis Read:9/20/2019 2:04 PM
Rosa Salazar
Scott Meszaros
TO,: PACAB Members
I wanted to report to you what your current budget is and how it stands YTD through 2019.
PACAB has a small annual budget with three line items:
Account7215 Operating Supplies Budget$0 Spent$16 Balance 4$16
Account 7302 Travel &Subsistence Budget$1,500 Spent$500 Balance$1,000
Account 7303 Education &Training Budget$500 Spent$167 Balance$333
The city is currently in the midst of budget development for 2020/2021.
Please feel free to respond to me INDIVIDUALLY if you wish to have any adjustments made to the upcoming budget and
what the funds would be used for.
I need feedback as soon as possible.
Thanks,
Brenda
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2020/2021 Budget
REQUESTED
2020—Port & Commerce Advisory Board
7215 —Operating Supplies $1,000
7302—Travel & Subsistence $2,500
7303 —Education& Training $1,500
2021 —Port & Commerce Advisory Board
7215 —Operating Supplies $1,000
7302—Travel & Subsistence $2,500
7303 —Education& Training $1,500
The 202012021 budget will not be finalized until approved by City Council in December; 2019.
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AML ANNUAL CONFERENCE DRAFT AGENDA
Saturday and Sunday, November 16-17
• Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks
Monday, November 18
Affiliate meetings—separate registration required:
• Alaska Municipal League Newly Elected Officials Training
• Alaska Municipal Attorneys Association
• Alaska Association of Assessing Officers
• Alaska Government Finance Officers Association
• Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks
• Alaska Municipal Management Association
Pre-Conference Workshop (invitation only): AML Health
Tuesday, November 19
Affiliate meetings—separate registration required
• Alaska Municipal League Newly Elected Officials Training
• Alaska Conference of Mayors
• Alaska Municipal Attorneys Association
• Alaska Association of Assessing Officers
• Alaska Government Finance Officers Association
• Alaska Association of Municipal Clerks
• Alaska Municipal Management Association
Wednesday, November 20
7:30 am Registration opens (early registration Tuesday afternoon)
7:30 am Breakfast—Sponsored by AMLIP Discovery Ballroom
• Announcements—Nils Andreassen, Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
8:30 am Opening Session Discovery Ballroom
• Welcome—Tim Navarre, President, Alaska Municipal League
• Affiliate Reports
o AGFOA
o AAMC
o AMMA
o AFCA
o AMAA
• District Reports
9:15 am The State of the State
• Governor Michael J. Dunleavy, State of Alaska (invited)
10:00 am Break Exhibit Hall
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10:30 am Strength in Diversity Discovery Ballroom
• Nils Andreassen, Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Legislative Priorities Discovery Ballroom
12:00 pm Lunch and Speaker Discovery Ballroom
• National Economic Trends and Hot Topics in the Municipal Credit Markets
Co-hosted by the Alaska Government Finance Officers Association
o Eric Whaley, Director, BofA Merrill Lynch, Seattle (confirmed)
o Brad Gewehr, Senior Vice President, BofA Merrill Lynch, New York (confirmed)
1:00 pm Break Exhibit Hall
1:15 pm Concurrent Sessions
• Comparison of Arctic City Infrastructure Indicators Discovery Ballroom
Panelists are part of an international working group of researchers who are
exploring community resilience and sustainability, including to determine the
efficacy of community infrastructure indicators, which would help to measure
resilience.
Moderated by Dr.Jim Powell, University of Alaska Southeast;Arctic Research Group
o Robert Orttung, George Washington University, "Applying International
Standard Sustainability Indicators (ISO 37120)to Arctic Cities"
o Dmitry Streletskiy, GW, "Permafrost and Arctic Urban Infrastructure: Measuring
the Costs of Thaw"
o Stephanie Hitztaler, University of Helsinki, "Arctic Energy Infrastructure"
o Matthew Jull, University of Virginia, "Design for Arctic Infrastructure"
o Jim Powell, "Implementing Sustainability Indicators"
• PERS Reform-Policy Workshop Quarter Deck
Roundtable discussion with local government leaders and invited participants.
Attendees will hear outcomes of the AML-hosted October 8`' workshop on the topic,
including potential recommendations for reform.
Moderated by Nils Andreassen, AML,
• PFAS and Groundwater Contamination Endeavor Room
PFAS and PFOA are amongst thousands of chemicals within this family, all of which
are potentially damaging to human health. With the increased identification of these
at harmful levels in Alaska communities, this session will explore State and Federal
regulatory and policy action, national trends, and local interests.
Moderated by TBD
o Commissioner Jason Brune, Department of Environmental Conservation
(invited)
o Sandy Halstead, Alaska Office, US EPA Region 10 (confirmed)
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o Sarah Wightman, Marten Law (confirmed)
o Jim Williams, Fairbanks North Star Borough (confirmed)
• Clerk Works—Your Success Begins Here Adventure Room
Organized by the Association of Alaska Municipal Clerks
This session will cover the role of the clerk in the successful working relationships
between elected and appointed officials and the public.
o Jamie Newman, MMC, City of Wasilla Clerk (confirmed)
o Kacie Paxton, MMC, Ketchikan Gateway Borough Clerk(confirmed)
o Danyielle Snider, CIVIC, City of Fairbanks Clerk(confirmed)
• DCRA Municipal Training—Elections Club Room 1
2:30 pm Networking Break Exhibit Hall
3:00 pm Concurrent Sessions
• Municipal Police and VPOs—Policy Workshop Quarter Deck
Roundtable discussion with local government leaders and invited participants to
review current Village Police Officer regulations, challenges, and the potential for
change, including collaboration with municipal law enforcement.
Moderated by Nils Andreassen,Alaska Municipal League
o Commissioner Amanda Price, Department of Public Safety(tentative)
o Bob Griffiths, Alaska Police Standards Council (invited)
• Housing and Homelessness Adventure Room
o Brian Wilson,Alaska Coalition on Housing and Homelessness (confirmed)
• Gateway Communities Discovery Ballroom
This session will review strategies for beneficial cooperation between local
government and federal lands officials. Speakers will address lessons learned,
challenges overcome, and hopes for the future.
Moderated by TBD
o Pete Christian, National Park Service (tentative)
o Dave Schmid, Alaska Regional Forester, USDA Forest Service (confirmed)
o Mayor Clay Walker, Denali Borough (confirmed)
o Brittney Cannamore, Council Member, City of Gustavus (confirmed)
o Chris Beck, Agnew::Beck (confirmed)
• Census:A Complete Count in 2020 Endeavor Room
Panelists will give specifics about why the Census is important to Alaskans and
provide examples of what they have done within their organization to increase
community outreach.
Moderated by Greg Bringhurst, Alaska Census Working Group; Alaska Counts
o Barb Miranda, U.S. Census Bureau (confirmed)
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o Mayor Bryce Ward, Fairbanks North Star Borough (to be invited)
o Tom Panamaroff, Koniag (tentative)
o Gabe Layman, Alaska Census Working Group (confirmed)
• DCRA Municipal Refresher—Open Meetings Act Club Room 1
4:15 pm Refresh and Renew—Afternoon Break Exhibit Hall
4:30 pm AMLIP Business Meeting and Cocktail Hour Quarterdeck
Committee Meetings—(finalize 2020 position statement and resolutions)
• Legislative Position Committee Endeavor Room
• Resolution Committee Endeavor Room
RDC Annual Conference VIP Reception Dena'ina Center
• Shuttles every ten minutes
5:30 pm Nominating Committee Library
6:00 pm Host City Reception and Community Block Party Discovery Ballroom
Communities should plan to contribute a little bit of home—bring materials, information
and other things to share with attendees.A fun evening with Alaska communities.
• ACoM auction—mayors from across the state have donated special items from their
communities for AML conference attendees to bid on, with funds raised in support of
the ACoM mission
7:30 pm Adjourn Day One
Thursday, November 21
7:30 am On-site Registration
7:30 am Breakfast and AML/JIA Business Meeting Discovery Ballroom
• Kevin Smith, Executive Director, AML/JIA(confirmed)
8:30 am Announcements
9:00 am Concurrent Sessions
• Funding the Ferry—Policy Workshop Quarter Deck
Roundtable discussion with local government leaders and invited participants, to
focus on paths to sustain ability for the ferry system.Attendees will look at multiple
funding options and examine alternative scenarios.
o Commissioner John MacKinnon, Department of Transportation and Public
Facilities (invited)
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o Robert Venables, Chair, Marine Transportation Advisory Board (confirmed)
o Marcus Hartley, Northern Economics (invited)
• Cybersecurity—Avoiding and Tackling Fraud Endeavor Room
This session will explore preparation for and responses to increasing cybersecurity
threats, especially as it relates to fraud and phishing. Speakers will present
perspectives from the banking industry, local government and the federal
government, along with private sector solutions.
o TBD,Tanium (confirmed)
o TBD, Key Bank(confirmed)
o Jeff Rogers, City and Borough of Juneau (confirmed)
o TBD, FBI (confirmed)
• Early Childhood Education and the Childcare Deficit Adventure Room
o Anna White, National League of Cities (confirmed)
o Brian Hoist,Juneau Economic Development Council (confirmed)
o Abbe Hensley, Best Beginnings (confirmed)
• Inclusive Play Discovery Ballroom
This session will discuss an arm of many local governments that doesn't always get
the attention it deserves. Municipal parks and rec program improve a community's
quality of life, and are an essential component of attracting and retaining talent,
families, and business development.
o Karl Croft, President, ExerPlay(confirmed)
o Donnie Hayes, President, Alaska Recreation and Parks Association (confirmed)
o Jill Moore, Landscape Structures (confirmed)
• DCRA Municipal Refresher—Title 29 Jeopardy Club Room 1
10:15 am Networking Break Exhibit Hall
10:30 am Concurrent Sessions
• School Construction and Maintenance—Policy Workshop Discovery Ballroom
Roundtable discussion with local government leaders and invited participants.
This session will tackle elements of school success that are often on the periphery—
school maintenance, teacher housing and transportation.
o Lisa Parady, Alaska Council of School Administrators (confirmed)
o Bryan Butcher, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (invited)
o Tim Mearig, Department of Education and Early Development (invited)
• Evaluating Capacity in Public Safety Departments Endeavor Room
Moderated by Jim Styers, Chief, Fairbanks Fire Department (confirmed)
• Data Rich "Smart"Communities Adventure Room
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Communities across the country are partnering to share data and software, avoid
duplicate services, and better serve their communities with more information they
can use.The Alaska Smart Communities Forum brings together agencies, utilities,
businesses, schools, non-profits, and technology companies to learn about and
share tools and data and to foster partnerships so every community can provide
more information in more ways.
o Doug Miller, Senior Manager, PMP, Wostmann; Smart Communities Forum
(confirmed)
• Strengthening the Manager-Elected Official Relationship Quarter Deck
Organized by Alaska Municipal Management Association
o Jim Williams, Fairbanks North Star Borough; President, AMMA(confirmed)
o Katie Koester, City of Homer(confirmed)
o Elected official TBD
o Elected official TBD
• DCRA/AEA Municipal Training—PCE and Bulk Fuel Loans Club Room 1
11:45 am Break
12:00 pm Lunch Discovery Ballroom
National Insurance Trends
Co-sponsored by the AML-JIA and Alliant Insurance Servcies
• David Nunley, Risk Manager, City of Anaheim (confirmed)
1:15 pm AML Membership Announcements Discovery Ballroom
• Resolution Committee—update to members on 2020 resolutions submitted
• Legislative Position Committee—update to members on 2020 Position Statement
• Nominating Committee—update to members on the slate of AML Board of
Directors candidates
• Board Candidates—candidate two-minute intros
2:00 pm AML and Partner Program Services Discovery Ballroom
• Alaska Municipal League Investment Pool
o Blake Phillips,Alaska Permanent Capital Management(confirmed)
• AML Health
o Nils Andreassen, Alaska Municipal League
• NACo Updates
o Jack Peterson, Director of State and Affiliate Relations, NACo (confirmed)
• AML Joint Insurance Association
o Kevin Smith, AML-JIA(confirmed)
2:45 pm Networking Break and Exhibitor Drawing Exhibitor Hall
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3:15 pm Online Sales Tax Implementation Discovery Ballroom
Moderated by Nils Andreassen, Alaska Municipal League
AMLIP one-on-one Library
• Peggy Macdonald, Chair, AMLIP; Finance Director, Fairbanks North Star Borough
(confirmed)
• Blake Phillips, Alaska Permanent Capital Management(confirmed)
4:15 pm Renew and Refresh—Afternoon Break
5:30 pm AML President's Dinner Discovery Ballroom
Musical performance by...
• Legislative Roundtable—confirmed, pending legislative schedule
o Sen. Cathy Giessel,Senate President(confirmed)
o Sen.Tom Begich,Senate Minority Leader(confirmed)
o Rep. Bryce Edgmon, Speaker of the House(confirmed)
o Rep. Lance Pruitt, House Minority Leader(confirmed)
• Municipal Awards—help us celebrate municipal leadership with awards for service
and excellence
o Elected Official of the Year
o Municipal Employee of the Year
o Vic Fischer Lifetime Service Award
7:30 pm Adjourn Day Two
Friday, November 22
8:00 am Breakfast—Associate Recognition Discovery Ballroom
AML's Associate Program brings partners together from the private, public, civic and
academic sector in support of Alaska's municipal governments.
8:30 am Elections Registration Desk
Vote for new board members and officers
9:00 am Annual Meeting Discovery Ballroom
Members vote to amend or approve the 2020 Position Statement and Resolutions
11:00 am Adjourn Annual Conference
Attendees travel home
12:00 pm Lunch and Board Organizational Meeting Club Room II
Incoming and current board members should stay for this organizational meeting and to
develop an implementation plan for AML priorities
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
L11
RESOLUTION 2018
ALASKA, ES"FABLISHING Tim CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR
WHEREAS, the City annually compiles ra list eaf'prcalect car l��rrc that are felcratif ed
as trap legislative priorities; and
WHEREAS, this reSo lUticarr valrclrat:cs projects, prioritizes needs, and fl:r ,aa es the
effi)rts of'City Administration trratiearr in its lobbying effortsand
WHEREAS,, the lint of' projects are compiled and distributed to the State of` rlrask a
1,egislratrrrc, Kenai Peninsula Borough,ugh, and (7ity erl'yleµward lobbyists; and
WHEREAS,S,the passage of this resolution occurs through ra public process; carrel
r11E, EAaWS, call projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive and
Strategic 1, lrarr a
NOW, THEREFORE, HE IT RESOLVED BY '1141E crnCOUNCIL OF THE
section 1. "l"leis licit of city ProJects as hereby declared to be the officinal City priority list
"ear the Clity of" eryw a.rd f6r calendar. year 2019:
A. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA
1. $500,000 to pave tlac apron rays d add ra wash down pad at the , Cf-l e'n trravelifi.
2 1,000,000 tear storm water discharge itaf'i°rastrarctrrrc at the Seward Marine Industrial
Center.
. $1,241,250 for JAG' Shipyard l""rivirrraararentaal Discharge "carrt,re:rl .
4. ` ; tlt'l,0('(t liar• engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in they Se Nrard
Boat l fcarba)r, including K and 1., 1"lo atMs,
5. " " tttf,llflfl toe t:crarf e le&,a trmde rrl power to Float.
6, $500,000 f:ar ra 5-ton crane at or rye^rar" l Dock.
" . 2sll,tt00 tier security r tit rrarrtrrrctrrre� f�wr cityve sse°l storrrpc yard at the Seward
Marine Industrial Center.
B. PUBLIC FACILITIES & INFRAS'I"RUCTURE
1. $250,000 for initial design and engineering of ra new, 100' x 80' rractrrl building to
t replace and relocate the existing ng Public Worley Shop (City will provide band f`crr the
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rrevv building).
2 1,000,000 for raraa or maintenance and repairs at the Alaska yleaal,ll`e Center,
. "" t.0,C100fc:r roof repairs at the Alaska Seaal:drlle Cw"enter.
. '�00,t'1C 0 f6r design and engineering of an indoor mul 6-use facility.
.
. $500,000 tc:r Upgrade windows and the lwcallcllrrt,envelope, ,,it City l hall.
C. ELECTRIC
1. million to design and rebuild the electric t <ara^rralsa;lorr lire, lorry the Seward
Highway to the; Seward Marine Industrial Center tlrcwllatyM and upgrade the Spring
(.,',reek substation by securing an alternative led trap ionner to add capacityand
reduce system stem Data ges, arurcl provide c:orat rrc OUS service during maintenance periods.
1.5 ra°rllllcrra to repair aarrcl replace one Mile of transmission line into the, Fcap°t
l ary mc.rrrcl Subsiation with 11 5kV cornpartihle c,clrallararerrt (This is as project supported
lry the Alaska l aalllwelt ( ooperaatiwe "ll`raarraara°rissi n and Electric Cw'onipaarry ( w1 C. l EC
because the current condition cal" the traarraararrsaalc:rn Brae exceeds the estimated 111c
expectancy cal'50 years).
1 2 million to rebuild obsolete and aging lrrtraaatruactcrrne and add new, infrastructure
with the expanding C'.ararrelot Subdivision where development and growth require the
new updated sy stern. i
4. 1°ire ("ity is requesting $12 million to upgrade transmission conductors and
substation tr rr<afin-seers to improve the sy stem's capacity to 115kV over existing
9kV capacity. This would belle unify, the transmission syaater.ra la,ar the entire
ccrrrrrrrunity and expand the system's capabilities, aallcr ving higher capacity projects
into the tlrtrare.
1). ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESSIBILITY
1. $300,000 f'or lrralaro ltr C." lty lrrl°raastr°arctrure for ADA a acc;essllrllity+.
2 $2.9 rurllllarra liar design, er ginecrura , and,, construction to protect Lowell Point Road
irons father coastal erosion. This road is the sole land access to critical public
infirarxtruc.tr.are, State Parks traaalheaacl, businesses, and the c:orrarnrraaltyr of Lowell Point,
E. PUBLIC SAFU.TY
1. Up to $250,000 liar ar needs assessment arid caoncelaturarl design and engineering for ar.
replacement ent Seward Fire Staniar. The City is experiencing growth on the %west side
(fuel farm expansion and homes) and in the Seward Marine Industrial ("enter (City
will provide as rraaatch of land).
2 Up to ` 250,000 liar initial design and engineering ol"as Public Safety Building (City,
will provide as match o1"laarrcl).
1 million for as new animal s1wher than is used by, City and Borough h citizens (City
will provide a rraaatc.,h of land),
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1. Suppaarl Ibr t"easibility analyses considering pipeline or raaaalt -rnodaal delivery rnethod
of making natural gas available to comm unifies not cLirr nt y, along a pipeline
corridor, and casing, eward's rrarad/raail/baar e connections as cicraacara trnrat rm projects.
2 Support public/private partnerships to encourage laratla residential and caaaa°amerclaal
land development.
Section 2. This resolution shall take c6ect immediately upon its adoption,
P 11 1 ;..PPRO VE'D by the City Council of the City, of SeNv ar , Alaska, this
10"' day cal t3eccmbe , 20M
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Vice Mayor
"ES: Osenga, I loam, °l'crwsley, Lane, McClure
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ALASKA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY Of' SEWARD'S CALENDAR
YEAR 2019 S"VA,'rr,, LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
WHEREAS,,, the City annually compiles s as list of paroWpcctaa or° issues that are identified
as top legislative priorities, and
WHEREAS,E AS, the list cat` paro ccts are compiled and distributed to the State rat° Alaska
Legishitur e Kenai naai Peninsula Borough, and .:"sty of Seward lobb l , and
WHEREAS, this resolution validates paro.jects, prioritizes raceds, and f`c:wuses the
efforts ot`tw"ity Administration in its lobbying efforts;and
HIER AS,the passage of dais resolution occurs through as public process; and
WHEREAS, all projects on this list: are consistent: with the City" Comprehensive and
Strategic Plans.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED R
"l "1" )E CITY Il,fNCtt., OF "1'11l '
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,that:
Section 1. This list of"city proJercts is hereby declared to be the official State, priority list
I"orm lire, City rat°Seward for camlcrrcla:ar• year 2019:
A. BEl EM",IAL LEGISLATION
ATIO1
1. l"egislaativoc support for maintaining the current level ot`Staatc contributions into the
11FRS/IRS Retirement System on behaal l' of local govemments, and for not
extending the amortization period, in order t(,,w offset carat"r,nded retirement system
liabilities and to make future contribution rates roor•e art"lordaablc for the state and
local governments.
Support l'car continuing Medicaid programs r"aams and capital cost rciriburaacment at, not
less tlaaarr current year funding levels.
o t,,e gislaativ°c supap orl for continuing Alaska F ner gy Authority. ( t ) programs aam that
promote energy efficiency and conservation to helper mitigate they costs of` heating
homes and businesses not served by natural p<ts.
4. LegislativeLegislativeLegislativesupportsupportfor feasibility analysesanalysesconsidering pipeline aclirae or rmmaalti-r°r°mcaetaal.
delivery rrmetlaods of making natural gas available to coraaraiunities not can-en ly along
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as pipeline corridor, and using Seward' road/rail/barge connections as
demonstration lmroJectar.
. Legislative SUP port for matching ("Ity (r.rrrds tcmwvaa•clan the rmcaar-Fccicrarl 0%o cost.
shame (,A'the U.S. Army ("ores ot" En ineers study rcclralred toaddress the Lx m ell
(::°aama.rrr l: lacr°ralcrra °l crrmr°rc°l lra , The ("its currently owes$266,022.
(, Cl'onfirrr.red acaalmport fir, the State Department of—Transportation and Public lcY, Facilities
Municipal Harbors Grant Program.
r Full ("carding of the Alaska Police Standards Council in order to return to full
refinlmraraacrrrcrat: o(' of c°cc 1 ccrcalt trarlrrarr t ccr t .
, l"arll funding of the Alaska l cpaartaa°acrrt of Corrections ns in order. to return 1((0% of
the operational costs oftlmc Jail to the State of Alaska.
Q Frail funding of the Alaska l:epaartrracrmt ol" Corrections in order to continue State
cremation of the Spring ("reek Correctional Center, the only' rrmaa: lrrmaarmr-s crrrlty
prison, in the State cml`r laskam.
0, l°`ull, Funding of the Alaska, Vocational Technical Center ( F!'Q in order to
continue vocational training and investment in local communities and trades. The
City seeks support fior \I l`FC:" as It provides students a lt.la skills and career paths
that benefit the State, aarmcl local economy.
11. Lcgislative support l mr expanding access to mental health and substance use
disorder treatment aarmcl recover
y, tcw lrrclaarlc expansion°m and renovation of the
SeaVicw Community unit " car ices existing behavioral health treatment fiacrlllty.
B. CAPITAL PROw EXI' l
Recognizing the current government sector fiscal reality and its potential private sector economic
lrrrlmaac:ts, the City of Seward is limiting itin its caalmltaal improvement prcrwjcct requests to those where
the t<at 's participation Wc UId leverage other significant (�rrrclirm , complete lmroJectrr already
underway,, address pro'jectrr of immediate mediaate li1;c and safety, and enable projects that could be
eligible under as statewide bond package a(°the State pursues and the voters approve such as plan,
1. million to design and r°cbuilcl the electric transmission line firearm the Seward
11111ar, ar tcm time:, Seward Maar°r¢ma, lraclrrstr°laal Cl'enter facility
(I reek substation by, securing an alternative feed trWaansforrmmer" to add capacity, and
reduce arystcrm outages, and provide continuous service during maintenance periods,
2. $12 million to upgrade de transmission conductors and substation traarmar(lmrrracrra to
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irn rcavc° the system's capacity to ! l5kV over existing 69 kV caalraac ity, Ml his would
help unify, the transmission system for the entire r;onimunity and expand the
system's capabilities, allowing higher capacity proJects into the f`urtaur-C,
11,000,000 for systaw,nis maintenance and repairs a:rt: the Alaska `»caal,ille
Center.
(fdl,"fltl lucrll wash vaater collection and treatment t system at the 0-�l on
l raav lif`t;,.
1,241, 50 flaar,f (.l ShipyardEnvironmental entaal Discharge Controls.
6, Continued ued support for Alaska Energy rgy Authority, grant program in order to expand
district l-rc.aat tool) systems and other alternative energy largjec;ts.
. $1,000,000 for the design, engineering and construction of an Animal Shelter and
clog park thcaulity
8, $8,100,000 fiar the Alaska Department of Traanaaperr°taation to extend the proposed
runway to 4,000 feet in order to accommodate larger aircraft and provide effective
cffaaaaaatc;r response
SHIP GAMBLINGTAX
1. Appropriating funding for the Alaska Railroad Corporation Seward Marine Terminal
f:xpaarraaicrr.r project supporting both passenger r°and freight activities.
Section . This resolution shall take ef'"e t lrTtrnecliaatel upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by than, City Council ofwthe Clity of` Seward, Alaska, this
l flea claay of C c c°;emb r, 2018.
Sue McClure, Vice Mayor
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CITY OF SEWARD, AI,ASKA
RESOLUTION 2018-096
ALASKA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF SEWARD'SCALENDAR
YEAR 2019 FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
HERE AS, the City annuallyr�onipalles� as list ot`paroj cntss or issues tlaart are identified ��
top l°"ed raal legisal<atives, priorities; aaaacl
WHEREAS,,, the list of projects i compiled and distributed to the Kenai peninsula
Borough, our congressional alc le gaaticrrr aaracl City ty of Seward lasclaaraa.l lc.rlrla lsat, aaracl
HER p+'A , this resolution validates proct.sr, prioritizes needs, and focuses the efforts
of City aclrralraasatraation in its lobbying efforts; aaraal
resolution t
pp a .l ,tthepraasasraap c, coflaisa s�crltrticrra c c,a,ears� tiv~cwugh as p ubi c� process; and
WHEREAS, all projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive hen v and
Strategic Plans,
NOW, "1N"CppTEFC1►pE, BE IT R11s,SCTLVpsspT BY TIJE C:°la°p" " CCpJIC.NpL CT1Na` "'p" TE
Section p. °1"lieµ following list of legislative prea ease is hereby declared to be: the official
legislative priority lisat.ofthe C°lt cat` ew,aarcl tear 2019:
A. APPROPRIATIONS AND G'RANTS
1, Appropriating funding for the elegy, loprrra rrt of the new Coast (Juaarcl 1 aas t, Response
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Cutter facifitiesas well as lrc:arrre port Saapap ort facilities.
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$266,0 appropriation ation to thel. . Arran C."carpa� of 1�r�rginc�, rs tear the :'Nth a 50%
remaining cost share f6r the [.,ow 1p Creek 11c.od Diversion Feasibility Study'.
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million for as a crrrapra°a lre ras*lvc� Sew,
1ry`1ood Mitigation Program on Hasa watershed
level by the U.S. Army C.oq)s of crap rrreer.s.
4, $3 million appropriation for I,c:wwill Point Road satorin surge mitigation, bank
staalrllrzaation <and erosion control trcrl projects tlarcrrrppla as future Section n 103 study by, the I.J.
S. Army Corps cat l.ngirac rsa.
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1 million appropriation for erosion control projects,tsa, thrcar.rgh as future Section 14
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study, b the 1..J. . 6 rr°r�ry C:"oq)sa cal` w;rapprarcµa rsa, tier the Sew,
Marine Industrial Cl:a�rate r
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RESOLUTION 2018-096
and the Alaska Railroad Dock.
6, $2.496 n, illicrra in the Highway Fraa.rraapwartaation Bill for design, engineering,
construction and protection fircrrn coastal erosion garµ the Lowell Point Road, the sole
land access to residences, critical infraastrwarcwtarre, aaracl as State Parks traailheaad.
ppropriaatirr l`undira irr the Alaska Railroad (,orporaation Seward Marine l` r°rninaal
1, l°wa:rrrsion project SUpporting both pa sscn ;,er and freight activities. 'l"his may also
involve as collaboration witl°a the Alaska Railroad to seek BUILD Act granis or
funding in as future High wa Traarrarfaoilartion hill.
8. $8.1 million for the Federal Aviation Administration to extend the proposed runway
to 4,000 feet in order to accommodate lamer taircraft and provide effective disaster
response
B. AUTHORIZATIONS AND BEN "FI("` , LE+ll l M 1"
1, Authorization language arnending the Water ReSOUrce Devralcalarraent Act of e007
(Flublic Law 1 10-1 1 , 121 "l" `I. 1 05) ta:r require the Army Corps of Engineers to
carats"rased the operation and maintenance of, lac Loa ell "aanyon 1 rrnnel until aaarc h tirrae ,J
that an alternative method of flood diversion has been constructed and as
determination by the Corps that the (."ity cal` l ewvaard and its residents are no lorr er at
risk cal eat:aaartr•ophic flooding
2. St,ipport the establishment of as Prescott grant program within the l'larlr & Wildlife,
Service budget to provide support f'crr ar live stranding network and responding to
marine raaaararrraaal and seabird live stranding and mortalities throughout Alaska.
Section "'I'his resolution shall take effect immediately capon its adoption.
PASSED ANDAPPROVED by the City l`"caaaaac,il of the it of Seward, Alaska, this
10'a' shay cat Dec°ember, 2018,
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER
DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Prepared by
Seward Harbormaster and Community Development Department
in Cooperation with the
Seward Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Adopted by PACAB Resolution 2018-002
on January 3, 2018
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................ I
THEPLAN ................................................................................................................................... I
BASIC MARINE INFRASTRUCTURE ..................................................................................3
Basin ..................................................................................................................................3
Docks .................................................................................................................................3
ShipliftOperations ...........................................................................................................4
Uplands .............................................................................................................................4
MANAGEMENT .........................................................................................................................5
LANDUSE ...................................................................................................................................5
Platting ..............................................................................................................................5
LandValues ......................................................................................................................5
LandUses ..........................................................................................................................6
Parksand Recreation ......................................................................................................6
MARKETING ..............................................................................................................................6
TRANSPORTATION ..................................................................................................................7
Roads .................................................................................................................................7
Parking ..............................................................................................................................7
Airport ..............................................................................................................................7
PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES ..................................................................................7
PublicFacilities ................................................................................................................7
PublicSafety .....................................................................................................................8
PublicUtilities ..................................................................................................................8
ENVIRONMENT AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ................................................................8
EnvironmentalConcerns ................................................................................................8
WasteManagement .........................................................................................................9
APPEARANCE ............................................................................................................................9
Landscaping and Beautification .....................................................................................9
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SIGNS, ZONING, BUILDING ................................................................................................. to
Signs ................................................................................................................................ to
Zoning ............................................................................................................................. 10
Buildings ......................................................................................................................... 10
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ................................................................................................... 10
Adoptinga Plan .............................................................................................................. 11
Usethe Plan .................................................................................................................... 11
APPENDIX.................................................................................................................................. 11
Exhibit A - Site Map: Fourth of July Creek Valley..................................................... 12
Exhibit B -Preliminary Subdivision Layout ............................................................... 13
Exhibit C -Project Overview: 1980 Project Description ...........................................14
Exhibit D -ARCADIS 2016 Site Plan........................................................................... 15
ExhibitE -Lease Sites.................................................................................................... 16
Exhibit F -Utility Layout
1. Power Utilities......................................................................................... 17
2. Sewer Utilities.......................................................................................... 18
3. Water Utilities......................................................................................... 19
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SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER
DEVELOPMENT PLAN
INTRODUCTION During the mid-1970's, the City began developing a plan to
create an industrial complex at the Fourth of July Creek area to service the maritime
industry. The City annexed the valley in 1977, acquired lands through the Alaska
Statehood Act Municipal Entitlement, and completed the 1979 Fourth of July Creek
Industrial Development Feasibility Study. That study identified four examples of
industries that would be more likely than others to locate in the Fourth of July Creek area:
fisheries, shipyard, petrochemical processing, and heavy industry such as ore refining and
bulk freight handling.
The foundation for the project was a shipbuilding facility proposed by the Danish firm
Burmeister-Wain to meet the high demand for new vessels in the king crab fisheries. With
the crash of the fish stock in 1980, the project evolved into a mix of ship repair facilities,
general cargo, fisheries processing, and other industrial uses. The project today is
essentially as described in the 1980 Century-Quadra report entitled Fourth of July Creek
Industrial Marine Park Project Description and shown on Figure 2 - Project Overview and
Figure 3 - Site Plan (Appendix Exhibits C & D).
Upon completion of a comprehensive 1981 Environmental Impact Assessment, the City
embarked on a multi-year construction project that ultimately invested the majority of the
City's share of the port bonds and State oil revenues in an access road, the relocation of
Fourth of July Creek, a retaining dike, basin, breakwater, and shiplift. With a State grant,
new investment work has been done to the North Dock and a new floating dock for a total
investment of approximately $65 million.
Access, utilities and land availability helped spawn development of the sawmill and the
prison within the boundaries of the Fourth of July Creek valley complex. The shiplift has
been operational since 1985, and a building was erected to cover large barges and vessels,
new break room, and machine shop buildings. Development activity continues to occur in
the area known as the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC).
THE PLAN
GOAL An action-oriented document to guide the City and private enterprise in
completing the development of a vibrant and successful marine industrial
center
The Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan is a direct outgrowth of the
community's desire to enhance, encourage, and promote an atmosphere favorable for
additional private sector economic development at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
For the purpose of this plan, the Seward Marine Industrial Center is considered to include
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the 128.5 acres immediately adjacent to the harbor basin, south of Spring Creek and west
of the prison property (Tract A and Tract B, Johnson—Swift Subdivision, USS No. 1651,
Parcel ID 14533004 [Appendix Exhibits A and B]).
The Seward Marine Industrial Center Development Plan becomes a component of the City
of Seward Comprehensive Plan. Whereas the comprehensive plan contains both advisory
and binding elements, this Plan contains only advisory elements comprised of goals, issues,
and actions. The binding element of the comprehensive plan is the Land Use Plan which is
a legal document that must be adhered to and can be revised only by ordinance.
As part of the process of finalizing the Plan, the City solicited initial suggestions from
various public boards and commissions and interested groups such as the Seward
Chamber of Commerce. The draft Plan was presented to the public at advertised public
hearings and through review by the aforementioned groups. The issues raised and
recommendations made by those individuals and organizations are reflected in this
document. The original Plan was approved by the Seward City Council in 1995. It was then
updated in 2008 and reviewed in 2011. The most recent update was completed in 2018.
An effective plan is one which is implemented. The City of Seward has a track record of
accomplishing actions outlined in its plans. Recommendations from previous plans that
have been accomplished within the SMIC area include:
• Syncrolift with upland rail system
• 315 ton Travelift
• Bulk fuel facility
• 430' North Dock
• Fisheries dock and plant improvements
• New DEC approved outfall
• Electrical substation
• Primary electrical service
• 34 individual power stalls,water, and sewer systems
• Secondary sewer treatment plant
• Preliminary real estate subdivision plat
• Some fill and cargo laydown area
• Some utility improvements including area lighting
• Campground improvements
• Some real estate development (leases and sales)
• New 400 and 800 Amp service located at the North Dock
• Rubble mound breakwater
• Wash down pad
The following items have been funded but not yet accomplished (should be completed by
summer 2018):
• 10-ton crane
• 315' floating dock (Fisherman's Float)
• Building for wash down pad
• Fenders on North Dock
• Widening of the 315 ton Travelift and Travelift pit
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BASIC MARINE INFRASTRUCTURE
GOAL Continuation of Upland Development
The Basin envisioned by the 1980 Century-Quadra concept was enclosed, protected and
dredged to -21 feet mean lower low water (MLLW) to accommodate medium-draft vessels
for ship repair, cargo off loading, and general moorage. The basin has been dredged to
design with -25 foot berths adjacent to the Shiplift Dock and the North Dock. The basin is
protected by a rip rap breakwater along the east shoreline, by a filled sheet pile cell
breakwater along the south and southwest, and by sheet piling along a section of the North
Dock. It is still open to the bay along the west and northwest sides.
Unlike a rock rip rap breakwater, the gravel-filled interconnecting sheet pile cellular
cofferdams making up the South Breakwater require regular maintenance to prevent
failure.
1. Monitor and repair South Breakwater anodes as needed.
Docks described in the 1980 Century-Quadra concept included an inner dock along the
north basin shoreline, deep-water sheet pile cell breakwater and dock enclosing the basin, a
ship repair dock, a boat ramp, and other miscellaneous docks. A ship repair dock, small
fish processing dock, barge ramp, and medium draft cargo dock have been constructed and
are in operation.
There is a growing demand for additional General-Purpose Moorage dock space.
1. Construct a north-south dock approximately 315' to increase moorage within the
basin (under construction at this time).
The North Dock will be upgraded with new fendering and a 10-ton crane, during the
fall/winter of 2017 and winter/spring of 2018.
2. Surface the North Dock and staging areas with concrete, asphalt, crushed rock, or
Roto-Mill (crushed asphalt) including the installation of drainage pipes.
The Barge Ramp has never been completed and there is a concern about its need.
3. If the Barge Ramp is deemed unnecessary, delete it to create additional dock face.
4. Maintain the Fisheries Dock per lease agreement.
The 315 ton Travelift Dock is being widened to accommodate the newly widened Travelift.
Estimated completion is spring 2018.
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The Shiplift Dock is maintained per a Maintenance and Operating (M&O) agreement with
the Syncrolift lessee.
5. Repair or replace Syncrolift dock ladders, bumpering system and corrosion control
of the pipe piling in the splash zone by application of a protective coating.
6. Monitor maintenance of the Shiplift Dock per M&O agreement for the useful life of
the facility.
Shiplift Operations are divided between the mobile 315 ton Travelift and the 5000 long
ton Syncrolift platform. The Syncrolift was an integral part of the original SMIC concept
plan. The Travelift was purchased and put into operation by the City in 1990 and
upgraded to a 315 ton Travelift in 2015 to fill the demand for lifting vessels too small to
economically use the Syncrolift platform but too large for the City's 50 ton Travelift.
A number of improvements relative to the 315 ton Travelift operation have been identified.
1. Expand existing water and electrical systems in the boat storage area.
2. Encourage the development of full-service work stations for major maintenance/
construction projects on vessels in order to limit the degree of maintenance allowed
in the storage area.
3. Provide additional restrooms as needed.
The Syncrolift, although owned by the City, is operated by a contractor through a
Maintenance and Operating Agreement.
The Uplands forming SMIC were for the most part created from the material dredged
during the formation of the basin. The original design called for a grade of 18 feet above
MLLW. The roads are to grade, but some of the land is below desired grade. Drainage
ditches were placed along Delphin and Olga Streets and the north property line to divert
water runoff in the summer. During winter, ditches and culverts freeze causing runoff to
pool in the lower areas behind roads.
1. Provide engineer-designed drainage.
2. Fill and grade the storage area to the correct elevation for the continued
improvement of drainage.
3. Add to Article 18 of all new leases, under Maintenance, "Do not push snow into
ditches."
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MANAGEMENT
GOAL A management level that is responsive to the needs of its customers and
users, adequately serves the public's needs, protects the City's investment,
and ensures public safety
Security and concerns related to potential environmental pollution grow as the number of
boats, cargo, and equipment on-site increases. Sufficient revenues are necessary for
effective on-site management and security of this public facility.
1. Seek a rate of return from the use of public facilities, land assets, and equipment
that will adequately cover deferred maintenance and replacement costs.
a. Examine electric rate method of calculating charges to users
b. Examine credit card rate method of calculating charges to users
2. Continue to review the Upland Boat Work Policy and Best Management Practices
to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act and Local, State, and Federal laws
and regulations where they apply.
3. Ensure that the facility and uses are consistent with the requirements of the
Maritime Security Act of 2002 33.CFR 104.105 and maintain the Facility Use Plan.
LAND USE
GOAL Sound, maximized, and coordinated development of private and public
uplands and facilities in support of the needs of the users and visitors
Platting The City has formulated a subdivision of SMIC and the Fourth of July Creek
Valley. The subdivision plat dedicates roads and provides as-built utility and access
easements. It creates legal lots for existing leases and leaves the majority of the SMIC area
in blocks.
1. Maintain an accurate map through survey and plat amendments for all current
and future leases.
Land Values In order to provide adequate public services and maintenance at SMIC, it
is important that the City receive a fair market value—the current rate is 8% annually of
the appraised value—for the use of its limited land assets.
1. Adjust the annual rental payment every five years. The adjusted annual rental
payment shall be the appraised fair market rental value of the leased land at the
highest and best use of the leased land.
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2. Increase the annual rental payment every year in an amount that reflects the
increase, if any, in the cost of living for the previous year as stated in the Consumer
Price Index, All Urhan Consumers, Anchorage, Alaska Area, All Items 1967=100
("CPI"), as published by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor
Statistics.
Land Uses SMIC is zoned Industrial. The Seward Zoning Code, Table 15.10.225 Land
Uses Allowed, establishes what uses are allowed within that district. Uses allowed within
the SMIC should focus on strengthening and enhancing the area as a center for marine and
other compatible industries.
1. Review Table 15.10.225 to ensure the uses listed are compatible with the overall
intent of the SMIC area.
Parks and Recreation Under State statutes, the City is required to provide public
access along Spring Creek, Fourth of July Creek, and Resurrection Bay. Although the area
is principally industrial, limited recreation opportunities can be made available without
interfering with surrounding industrial uses.
1. Maintain access from Nash Road to the mouth of Spring Creek and provide a
camping area, and include signage of the access route.
2. Maintain separation between the campground and industrial uses. A chain link
fence will be installed to separate the North Dock from the Campground.
MARKETING
GOAL A comprehensive marketing program primarily targeting fisheries, ship
repair, and marine transportation industries along with a healthy and
complementary mix of commercial support businesses
Current City marketing efforts include: attendance at trade shows, overseas trade
missions, brochures, and advertising.
1. Maintain a sign along Nash Road and central to the SMIC area showing what lands
are available for lease (Appendix Exhibit E).
2. Maintain a fair market value base line from which leases will be negotiated.
3. Continue to encourage multiple users.
4. Evaluate utility rates to encourage more usage while ensuring a fair return to the
public utility system.
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5. Continue to support the Seward Chamber of Commerce as the marketing arm of
the City of Seward.
TRANSPORTATION
GOAL An adequate transportation infrastructure that will serve the needs of the
industrial complex, allow for growth, and attract new business to the
community
Roads Nash Road provides the only ground access to SMIC and the Fourth of July Creek
area. To adequately serve SMIC and attract new industries, it is of the utmost importance
to maintain and improve the public road system to the highest standard economically
possible.
1. Postpone paving interior SMIC streets until site and utility developments are
completed.
Although Parking has not been a problem in the past, as more activity develops it will
become imperative that vehicles park in designated areas off public roads and away from
equipment activity.
1. Ensure that all lease sites include adequate area to comply with parking
requirements set forth in the zoning code, and that lessees provide on-site parking
for employees and customers.
2. Maintain signage in parking areas in support of the public docks.
Although not directly associated with SMIC, having a well-maintained Airport is an
important transportation link for the delivery of parts, goods, and services to the industrial
center businesses.
1. Continue to work with the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public
Facilities to improve airport facilities and protect it from river flooding and
erosion.
PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES
GOAL A full range of public facilities and services adequate to provide a safe and
comfortable work environment for users and visitors
Public Facilities are currently limited from available to non-available.
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1. Include construction of an additional public restroom/shower facility in the City's
Capital Project Plan.
2. Improve paving, fill, fencing, and storm water drainage collection and treatment
infrastructure as development occurs.
Public Safety The distance from town limits police coverage to an occasional patrol and
also increases fire response time. Although a pumper/ladder truck is located in the harbor
storage building, there are no scheduled trained fire department personnel on-site to
operate them. The fire truck is staged on-site and ready for volunteer personnel.
1. Evaluate each new development as to its impact on fire and police services.
2. Complete water system to loop all lines or upsize all cross-feeder lines and provide
additional fire hydrants as needed.
3. Identify and reserve a site for a fire station to serve the Fourth of July Valley area.
4. Include a separate fire station in Capital Project Plan, to accommodate more
and/or larger equipment and supplies to support increased industrial development.
Possibly include a joint small office for Seward Police.
5. Explore possible cooperative arrangements with Spring Creek Correctional
Facility staff to provide initial fire or other public safety needs.
Public Utilities such as primary water, sewer, and electrical service systems have not
been extended throughout the undeveloped SMIC areas (Appendix Exhibits Fl-F3). The
cost of extending these utilities creates a disincentive to the establishment of smaller
businesses.
1. Improve the water and electrical systems in areas associated with the 315 ton
Travelift to accommodate increased public use.
2. Include in City capital planning the extension of electrical, sewer, and water
throughout the industrial area.
3. Support updating Seward City Code to facilitate utility extension development.
4. Continue to place all electric utilities below ground.
ENVIRONMENT AND WASTE MANAGEMENT
GOAL A high level of environmental regulatory compliance and a clean work
environment
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Environmental Concerns The objective of the City is to maintain a clean work
environment and to protect the land, water, and air to the highest degree possible without
making the area prohibitive for the type of activities associated with industrial areas.
1. Require compliance with all rules and regulations of the Environmental Protection
Agency and the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.
2. Maintain policies and procedures for monitoring and ensuring vessel storage/
repair site clean-up.
3. Maintain and distribute use guidelines to lessees, operators, and users of the area
for ship repair—including minor repairs, sand blasting, and painting.
Waste Management is integral to managing a successful industrial area where large
amounts of waste are generated. Separation of steel, wood, and general garbage is required
at the Kenai Peninsula Borough (KPB) solid waste facility. It is illegal to dump used oil in
solid waste containers.
1. Continue implementation and improvements of a program to control the
separation, collection, recycling, and disposal of waste generated at the industrial
center in accordance with established environmental policies and regulations/
requirements of the KPB solid waste facility.
2. Continue to improve used oil collection procedures and disposal facilities to meet
the demands of user groups and to ensure a clean environment.
3. Improve methods to monitor waste material disposal to control and reduce the
costs associated with the collection of solid and liquid waste materials.
4. Maintain a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
APPEARANCE
GOAL A high standard of aesthetic appearance and cleanliness through
landscaping, litter control efforts, and development of public amenities that
are in keeping with the industrial maritime theme of the area
Landscaping and Beautification Industrial areas do not have to be barren and devoid
of natural aesthetics. An atmosphere that is pleasant and attractive to users and visitors
alike can be cultivated through thoughtful planning and landscaping efforts.
1. Where possible, reduce scrap metal storage, trash, and other materials that may be
considered offensive to the casual observer.
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2. Ensure that all businesses comply with City codes regarding the collection and
disposal of trash.
SIGNS, ZONING, BUILDING
GOAL A high level of public and private compliance with Seward City Code
Signs Adequate public signing is important to provide directions, identify streets, point
out public facilities, and post rules and regulations for visitors. Private signing identifies
places of business.
1. Review public signing to ensure that it is adequate to the needs of the public and
the City.
2. Ensure private signing meets Seward City Code.
3. Maintain a sign along Nash Road identifying and welcoming visitors to the Seward
Marine Industrial Center.
4. Maintain a sign denoting lands for lease with contact information.
5. Support north and southbound directional signage to SMIC at the corner of the
Seward Highway and Nash road.
Zoning code development requirements regulate open space for fire prevention/fighting,
air and light.
1. Recognize that current zoning codes could limit necessary and appropriate
development.
2. Support variance requests for height and set-back requirements as approved by the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
Buildings constructed to code are important to ensure safe working conditions and to add
to the community tax base. The City has adopted building, fire, mechanical, electrical, and
plumbing codes.
1. Ensure that all structures, permanent or temporary, are constructed to adopted
building and fire code standards.
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
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GOAL Adoption of the plan by resolution of the City Council and implementation
by all identified participants
For the City of Seward to realize the benefits of the SMIC Development Plan and thereby
ensure sound growth and development, actions must be taken not only by the City of
Seward but by many other players within the community and the Borough, State, and
Federal Governments.
Following are specific actions which are necessary to ensure the successful implementation
of this Plan:
Adopting a Plan shows commitment and establishes policy. Council should, by
resolution, adopt the Plan based upon recommendations of the Port and Commerce
Advisory Board and the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Use the Plan to guide the City of Seward in the appropriate quality growth and
development of the SMIC. Consistent with its original intent, the Plan will remain flexible.
While it is intended that all actions presented in this Plan will be implemented, it is
recognized that changing conditions in the future may necessitate modifications of planned
actions or the introduction of additional actions to satisfy local needs. The City recognizes
the critical role of plans as key program documents to guide the community's capital
budgeting process.
It is recommended that the SMIC Development Plan be reviewed annually and updated
within five years, or more often as needed. An annual review will help track
accomplishments, changes, and inadvertent omissions.
APPENDIX (The attachments must be updated and kept current.)
Exhibit A- Site Map: Fourth of July Creek Valley
Exhibit B -Preliminary Subdivision Layout
Exhibit C - Project Overview: 1980 Project Description
Exhibit D -ARCADIS 2016 Site Plan
Exhibit E -Lease Sites
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SMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Action Item RtnininsibleParty Status
Monitor and repair South Breakwater anodes as needed Shi lift Lessee Yearly inspection.Report provided to harbor.
Construct a north-south dock approximately 315'to increase moorage within the basin Harbor Completed in 201 S.
,in me 11urw r,r r�rc arru,�agrna 1-11 wrnr......ro ,—1- ........... for u,rrvu a�pnnry rn�rgu o �e Harbor Completed in 2018.
Determine if the Barge Ramp is necessary Harbor Duca ied necessary and repaired in 2018.
If the Barge Ramp is deemed unnecessary,delete it to create additional dock face Harbor Strike from plan.
Maintain the Fisheries Dock per lease agrccmcnt Fisheries Dock Lessee See lease for details.
Repair or replace Syncrolift dock ladders,hampering system and corrosion control of the pipe piling in the splash zone by application Ladders last replaced in 2013.Unknown date
of a protective coating Shiplift Lessee of last protective coating application.
Monitor maintenance of the Shiplift Dock per M&O agreement for the useful life of the facility Harbor Harbor receives Lloyd's inspection reports.
Expand existing water and electrical systems in the boat storage area IIarbor Possible funding available for expansion in
2019 from leftover giant funding.
Encourage the development of full-setwicc work stations for major maintenance/construction projects on vessels in order to limit the Pad poured and construction star ed on treated
degree of maintenance allowed in the storage area Harbor washdovsr building in 2018.Projected
I wo portable toilets provided during pet rods of
Provide additional restrooms as needed Harbor peak usage.Consider clause in long term leases
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Provide engineer-desibmed drainage on the Uplands Harbor No en*incer desk,*ns in place.
Fill and grade the storage area to the correct elevation for the continued improvement of drainage Harhor Ongoing.
Add to Article 18 of all new leases,under Maintenance,"Do not push snow into ditches." Harbor Completed in 2018.
' Harbor Continue to evaluate lease rates.
Examine electric rate method of calculating charges to users Finance Ongoing.
Examine credit card rate method of calculating charges to users Finance Ongoing.
Continue to review the Upland Boat Work Policy and Best Management Practices to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act and
Local,State,and Federal laws and regulations where they apply a I Harbor Ongoing.Needs to be reviewed in 2019.
Suike"Facility Use Plan"and replace with
Ensure that the facility and uses are consistent with the requirements of the Maritime Security Act of 2002 33.CFR 104.105 and "Facility Security Plan".$250,000 for security
maintain the Facility Use Plan Harbor infrashncmre included in 2019 City Legislative
Maintain an accurate map through survey and plat amendments far all current and future leases Community Develo rent Ongoing.
Adjust the annual rental payment every Ilve years. The adjusted annual rental payment shall be the appraised lair market rental value Adjustment due in 2020.Harbor looking at
of the leased land at the highest and best use of the leased land Harbor historical increases for 2020/2021 budget.
Increase the annual rental payment evety year in an amount that rctlects the increase,if any,in the cost of living for the previous year
as stated in the Consumer Price Index,AU UrbaFi Consumers,Anehoreage,.4laska,4 re¢,.411Items 1967=100("CPI'),as published Finance Occurs in July per state calendar year.
by the United States Department of Labor,Bureau of Labor Statistics
Strike"Table 15.10.225"and replace with
Review Table 15.10.225 to ensure the uses listed are compatible with the overall intent of the SMIC area Community Development "Table 15.10.226". Joint work session with
planning and zoning and PACAB scheduled for
Maintain access from Nash Road to the mouth of Spring Creek and provide a camping area,and include signage of the access route Harbor/Parks and Recreation wo ror-e s gns I s I alien. a rpmg a e—a w
a a Harbor Chain link fence installed in 2013.
Maintain a sign along Nash Road and central to the SMIC area showing what lands are available for lease Harbor Updated 11/19/2018.
Maintain a fair market value base line from which leases will be negotiated Harbor Ongoing.
Continue to encourage multiple users All Departments Ongoing.
Evaluate utility rates to encourage more usage while ensuring a fair return to the public utility system Electric Ongoing.
Continue to support the Seward Chamber of Commerce as the marketing arm of the City of Seward All Departments Marine Senwices List needs u dating.
Postpone paving interior SMIC streets until site and utility developments are completed Public Works Ongoing.
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Ensure that all lease sites include adequate area to comply with parking requirements set forth in the zoning code,and that lessees
provide on-site parking for employees and customers Community Development Ongoing.
Maintain signage in parking areas in support of the public docks Harbor Signs win t5e 111stallea ry morm i joc w e
Continue to work with the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to improve airport facilities and protect it from rrport unprovcmcnt project moving forward.
river flooding and erosion Administration Additional S&I million requested for runway
Include construction of an additional public restroom/shower facility in the City's Capital Project Plan Harbor/Administration Or encourage construction b a leaseholder.
Improve paving,fill,fencing and storm water drainage collection and treatment infrastructure as development occurs Harbor wo s o n war 5r^p olec c u e
Evaluate each new development as to its impact on fire and police services Building Ongoing.
Complete water system to loop all lines or upsize all cross-feeder lines and provide additional fire hydrants as needed Public Works Ongoing.
Idcntifv and reserve a site for a fire station to serve the Fourth of.Iuly Valley area Fire/CommunityDevelo men[ Possible site identified.
Include a separate fire station in Capital Project Plan,to accommodate more and/or larger equipment and supplies to support
increased industrial development.Possibly include a joint small office for Seward Police Administration Ongoing.
- a Fire/Harbor Co-use agreement in place.
Improve[he water mid electrical systems in areas associated with the 315 Lou Travelif[to accommodate increased public use Harhor Ongoing.
Include in City capital planning the extension of electrical,sewer,and water throughout the industrial area Harbor/Administration Ongoing.
Support updating Seward City Code to facilitate utility extension development Conurtunity Development Planning and Zoning Commission began
consideration of assessment districts in 2019.
Continue to place all electric utilities below ground Electric Ongoing.
' Harbor Required in lease language.
Maintain policies and procedures for monitoring and ensuring vessel storage/repair site clean-up Harbor Ongoing.
Harbor Ongoing.
generated at the industrial center in accordance with established environmental policies and regulations/requirement.,of the KPB Harbor Ongoing.
Continue to improve used oil collection procedures and disposal facilities to meet the demands of user groups and to ensure a clean Harbor Signs installed in 2018 instructing users to
environment contact harbor office for used oil disposal.
Harhor Ongoing.
Maintain a Storni Water Pollution Prevention Plan(SWPPP) Harbor Ongoing.
Where possible,reduce scrap metal storage,trash,and other materials that may be considered offensive to die casual observer Harbor Required by City Code.
Ensure that all businesses comply with City codes regarding the collection and disposal of trash Harbor/Comminny Development Ongoing.
Review public signing to ensure that it is adequate to the needs of the public and the City Community Development Ongoing.
Ensure private sigrim,meets Sewall City Code Corniniiii1y Development Review of all businesses occurred in 2019.
Maintain a sign along Nash Road identifying and welcoming visitors to the Seward Marine Industrial Center Harbor Ongoing.
Maintain a sign denoting lands tot lease with contact information Harbor Ongoing.
Support north and soutlibound directional signage to SMIC at the corner of the Seward Highway and Nash road Harbor/Administration Chamber is actively working on this.
Recognize that current zoning codes could limit necessaly and appropriate development Community Development Ongoing.
Support variance requests for height and set-back requirements as approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission Community Development Ongoing.
Ensue that all structures,permanent or temporary,are constructed to adopted building and fire code standards Building Ongoing.
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Sponsored : Administration
CITY OF SEWARD,
0 1 -III
RESOLUTION O TIII; PORT AND COMMERCE DVIl l "
BOARD, SUPPORTING C11.'Y COUNCIL ADOPTION OF "FHE
UPDATED ATE A .I, MARINE E INDUSTRIAL S I I :"ENT "1
WHEREAS, initial construction of the Seward Marine Industrial (",enter began in
1980with the shiplift becoming operational in 1985;ajid
I�Ii�,RE tl°ac; : 1t . based the construction and v°w lcalrraacwrat on as 1980 Irrc j apt
description prepared by its consulting erigineer , and
WHEREAS,, the Seward Por,t and Commerce erc Advisory : caa r initiated as phase to
guide city management ent and private enterprise in the continued development and
management of the Seward Marine Industrial Center; and
WHEREAS, the Cit ! Ccataa"aawll of the t"l,t r cat` ewarrd, Alaska passed and aalalaroved
the SMIC Development plan ease ,laaaaaiaary 23, 1995 by Resolution on 195-00 ;aaaacl
WHEREAS, through R.esOlaatlaan 2006-13 1 the CityCouncil assigned IAA "III to
review and gaga gate the Seward Marine Industrial Develcalaraaent Plan, and
WHEREAS, the plan was updated 1aa 2008 and reviewed again in 2 1 1; and
WHE,R,EAS, in 2017 PA(,1AB field multiple work sessions and meetings to solicit
public c°, aa,aara aaientaa and discuss updates to the SMIC Development ent Plan; and
WHEREAS, the SMIC, l..evelaalroartent Plan waS Updated based on draft reviewv'
and comments eats of PACA13, the public, Community Development, the Building
I:" epaaalaaaa:":aat and City Administration.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED II1. VE By nlE PORT AND
COMMERCE ADVISORY IAA RD that:
Section 1.°I"heBoaard supports the adoption aaf°the updated Seward Maritic Industrial
Center Development Plan.
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Section 2. The appendices ice wvill be updated Administratively as needed.
Section 3. The Seward Marine Industrial Center Development ent Plan I'6r the City of
Seward, Alaska, attached is f6rwarded to (Iity 'Council it or review and action.
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Cl'TY 0F SE WARD, ALASKA
RESOLUT10N 2018-02 JI'l
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by lhe port and 'onimerce Advisory Board this 7 day of
F,ebruary, 2018.
THE N 01; SEWARD, ALASKA
Darl�yfschaefeu6yer, Clair
A Yl.."S: Hughes, Schneider, Terry, Schaef:u~rrneyer
NOES:
ABSENT: Andrews, Jaffa, Lawrence
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Public attention about 5G has been focused on the plans of telecom companies to install millions
of small cell towers on electric utility poles, on public buildings and schools, on bus stop
shelters, in public parks, and anywhere they want in national parks and on federally owned land.
In local urban communities there would be a cell tower approximately every 500 feet along
every street.
As bad as these small cell towers might seem from the standpoint of constant exposure to radio
frequency(RF) radiation in close proximity to the source, perhaps an even more alarming
prospect will be the beaming of millimeter length microwaves at the earth from thousands of
new communication satellites.
The FCC gave approval to SpaceX on March 29, 2018, to launch 4,425 satellites into low orbit
around the Earth. [1]
The total number of satellites that is expected to be put into low and high orbit by several
companies will be 20,000 satellites. [1]
5G will use Phased Array Antennas to shoot Beams of Radiation
at Cell Phones
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These satellites will use the same type of phased array antennas as will be used by the ground-
based 5G systems.
This means that they will send tightly focused beams of intense microwave radiation at each
specific 5G device that is on the Earth and each device will send a beam of radiation back to the
satellite. [2]
Previous generations of RF cellular communication used large antennas to send a blanket of
radiation in all directions. The lower frequencies they used and the broad distribution of
microwaves limited the numbers of cellular devices that could connect through an individual tall
tower.
The much shorter length microwaves used for 5G will make it possible to use small phased array
antennas to send and receive signals.
Phased array antennas consist of clusters of hundreds of tiny antennas that work together to shoot
a ray of energy at a target just like a bullet. A cluster of these tiny antennas can be arranged in a
4 inch by 4 inch matrix.
The rays of microwaves they produce will be strong enough to pass through walls and human
bodies. If they were not strong enough to do this, then everyone with a 5G smartphone would
have to stand outside when using the devices. [2]
Each 5G product will also have multiple phased array antennas which will be used to create a
powerful beam of radiation back to the 5G devices mounted on electrical utility poles or toward a
specific satellite in space.
These beams of radiation will also need to be strong enough to pass through walls and human
flesh such as a hand or head to reach the intended destination. [2]
This means that if you are in a crowded location, such as an airport or on a train, there will be
hundreds if not thousands of invisible beams of radiation flying through the environment at the
speed of light.
As people move in that environment, their bodies will be penetrated by numerous beams of
radiation as they walk or as other people walk around them with their 5G smartphones. [2]
5G Phones will be much more Powerful than Previous Phones
The effective radiated power of the 5G phased array antennas in phones will be 10 times more
powerful than 4G phones.
No one will be free from exposure.
In addition, 5G beams of microwave radiation will be received and transmitted from new
computer equipment, household appliances, and automobiles.
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Stationary equipment such as WI-Fi hubs in homes and offices will be permitted to use
microwave beams that are 15 times stronger (300 watts) than the signals from 5G phones or 150
times stronger than 4G phones. [2]
Why is 5G so Much More Dangerous than Previous Microwave Communication Systems?
Arthur Firstenberg, author, researcher, and advocate for limiting RF exposure from the
environment, explains the analysis of 5G radiation that was published in Microwave News in
2002. He stated:
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These are the companies with the biggest plans to deploy satellites:
• SpaceX: 12,000 satellites
■ OneWeb: 4,560 satellites
■ Boeing: 2,956 satellites
■ Spire Global: 972 satellites
Arthur Firstenberg describes the plans of corporations who want to use 5G technology. He
states:
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Ground-based 5G Implementation
Ground-based 5G systems are already being implemented in dozens of major cities right now.
Plans are being approved by hundreds of other cities, which will allow implementation in 2019
and beyond.
As I explained in my previous articles, cities do not have the right to "say no"to 5G. FCC
regulations prevent cities from objecting on the basis of health concerns—they only can speak to
issues of esthetics and the practical matter of the placement of equipment.
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They are required to "say yes," and they better do it quickly, or telecom companies will threaten
them with legal action for obstructing their plans.
Satellite Based 5G Implementation
The first two 5G test satellites were launched by SpaceX in February of 2018. Hundreds of other
satellites are expected to be launched in 2019. The full set of 20,000 satellites could be put in
orbit during the next two years.
To put this into perspective, as of September 2017 there were 1,738 operating satellites into orbit
around the Earth. This means the number of satellites will be 11 times greater than the current
number. [4]
Environmental Catastrophe from Rockets used to Launch
Satellites
Rocket fuel is very destructive to the Earth's ozone layer which protects us from the harsh effects
of radiation from the sun. In 2017, there were 90 rocket launch attempts worldwide. [5]
The rockets that use solid fuel produce massive ozone depletion. While rockets using liquid
kerosene as fuel destroy less ozone, they release massive amounts of black carbon soot into the
air, especially at high altitudes.
If the number of annual rocket launches increases by 10 or more times, which is likely under the
plans these corporations have made, computer models suggest that the combination of ozone
depletion and release of black soot could produce a 3 degree warming effect over the Antarctic
and reduce the ozone in the world's atmosphere by 4%. [3]
Even though it will be possible for a single rocket to put multiple satellites into orbit, we are still
talking about a 10 or 20 fold increase in environmental damage over what is being produced
today. [3]
The 5G satellites have a relatively short lifespan, perhaps only 5 years, which means there will
be high numbers of rocket launches, not just in the next few years, but in every year for the
foreseeable future. [3]
Mercury-based Rocket Fuel Could Spread Neurotoxins Over the
Earth
As bad as liquid and solid rocket fuels will be for the environment, Apollo Fusion is developing
a mercury-based propulsion system for launching rockets.
These ion propulsion rocket engines use powerful magnets to push away small charged particles
at high speeds, which generates thrust. NASA experimented with mercury ion propulsion in the
1960s, but abandoned the research.
Mercury is an extremely strong neurotoxin, which is harmful to all forms of life, especially
humans.
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The risks of an environmental catastrophe are monumental, because if there was a malfunction
and one of these engines exploded, highly toxic mercury would be spread through the
atmosphere and over the Earth. [6]
All the talk from telecom companies about 5G being a panacea for environmental protection and
energy conservation is quite ridiculous when we think about the environmental damage that will
be created by any of the rocket engines they choose to use for launching their satellites.
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Each satellite will be the size of a small refrigerator and will weigh approximately 880 pounds.
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With a life expectancy of only 5-years [3], this means there will be a massive amount of space
junk orbiting the Earth.
Eventually, all those satellites will fall down to Earth and will burn up as they enter the Earth's
atmosphere.
All the hazardous materials in the satellites will be released into the air and will float down to the
ground as dust or in droplets of rain.
Telecom Companies are Creating a Worldwide Disaster in the
Name of Technological Progress
5G is promoted as being the next great wonder in the plan to advance technology to create smart
cities where everything and everyone is instantly connected in real-time with no lags or lost
signals.
Of course there will be a few costs.
Everyone will be irradiated with millimeter-size, non-ionizing radiation 24 hours a day with
completely unknown health effects.
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Studies designed to investigate harm from 5G will be completed many years after the 5G
systems on the ground and in space are fully implemented.
At that point it is very unlikely that telecom companies would dismantle their systems even if it
is shown that their technology is causing cancer and other diseases. They would just deny the
risks.
They will tell us that the science was settled decades ago. They will tell us that evidence linking
5G to cancer and other diseases is just a conspiracy theory that only a few crackpots believe.
Millions of people will suffer from radiation exposure with symptoms such as headaches,
weakness, brain fog, impaired ability to learn and reason, chest pain, and numerous other
symptoms that will baffle most conventional physicians.
There is Nowhere to Hide from 5G Radiation
Today, it is possible to live in a location that has reduced levels of microwave exposure. This is
accomplished by choosing a living space that is far away from cell phone towers.
However, in the near future, it won't matter where we live, because 5G will irradiate us wherever
we happen to live or work.
Cities Can't Say No to 5G Implementation
FCC regulations have been structured in such a way that local municipalities cannot stop telecom
companies from installing 5G. They are specifically prohibited from trying to delay or stop 5G
implementation on the basis of health concerns. Their only recourse is to try to make the ground-
based 5G system somewhat more esthetically pleasant.
Based on what has been happening around the country, telecom companies are sweeping aside
local resistance and gaining approval for their 5G systems in rapid succession.
Can 5G Implementation be Stopped?
As far as I can tell, at this point, the only way that 5G will be stopped will be by congressional
action. If enough people raise a stink with their elected officials, then perhaps 5G could be put on
hold while studies are done to examine the true health risks.
Telecom investment in 5G has been massive. They are planning full implementation on the
ground and in space in the next couple years. The time to object is now and not after hundreds of
thousands of people become sick. [7]
If you would like to watch an in-depth presentation on the risks and hazards of 5G, then please
view the following presentation.
Listen to Arthur Firstenberg discuss the history, science, and description of 5G, including 5G
from satellites in space and its expected effects on all living things:
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You also may wish to review some of my previous articles about the risks of 5G and other forms
of radio frequency exposure.
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About the Author
John P. Thomas is a health writer for Health Impact News. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from
the University of Michigan, and a Master of Science in Public Health (M.S.P.H.) from
the School of Public Health, Department of Health Administration, at the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill.
References
[1] "I'hu.uuaay.au:r J,'A-�ut;,a lla;auay ,"Arthur Firstenberg, Cellular Phone Task Force.
,yr[2] "5G firo ru f f➢au.ru➢Cre"ts to 1-1N Bias,"Arthur Firstenberg, Cellular Phone Task Force.
[3] "'Wili aru ti-ic S4," Arthur Firstenberg, Cellular Phone Task Force.
[4] 5li1 1iraam Spaua,a;°,"Arthur Firstenberg, Cellular Phone Task Force.
[5] `0Qi] / Spat.,cc L«]Jtnch llitaatisflcs,"— Spaceflightl01.
[6] "Space lly.airt, p Apollo FiaSaaaa-u `afa-ua,S ]l as W.JSC Maarci as y ass aa. III iiael,"Avery Thompson, Popular
Mechanics, 11/20/2018.
[7] Arthiar F inst9 niraaag_, CrOl ila r 111ho ie Taisl< 1 atraaaw, III'aaos, II a'yvv Mexico, 8/12/2018.
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Port & Commerce Advisory Board
2019 GOALS CALENDAR
DATE SUGGESTED AGENDA ITEMS
January 2 • Review and discuss RES 2019-01 PACAB priorities
Meeting . Review and discuss RES 2019-02 Seward Rate Study
"Janyiii ry, 22 0 Joint work session with P&Z commission
Worllll� Sessioiu�
February 6 • Presentation by Justin Sternberg, Seward Blue Pipeline Manager
Meeting . Discuss Commercial Fishing Trawler Fleet impact on Seward
• Discuss the follow up direction from the January 22 joint work session
with P &Z
• Discuss the Anchorage Climate Action Plan
20 • Discuss and set 2019 PACAB priorities and meeting schedule
Work ik%SJ'0iunu1
March 6 • Fishing Trawler Fleet
Meeting • Seward Airport
March h 20 • Alternative Energy work session with City Council—discussing the Andy Baker
Work s ssioiin� Heat Loop
April 3 • Vessel Property Tax
Meeting . Continue exploration of energy alternatives, sponsor energy fair and/or other
continuing community education, develop a Seward Renewable Energy Plan, review
Title 15 including process and procedures for alternative energy connection to city
infrastructure.
0 Community Development Quota (CDQ) update
Illr)riiillll17 • Housing
Work 0 Climate Action Plan
May 1 • Vessel Property Tax
Continue exploration of energy alternatives, sponsor energy fair and/or other
continuing community education, develop a Seward Renewable Energy Plan, review
Title 15 including process and procedures for alternative energy connection to city
infrastructure.
0 Community Development Quota (CDQ)update?
• Review utility infrastructure for future growth and development/Rate Study
• Housing
May 15 0 Climate Action Plan
Work roe�ssioiuri
June to end of 0 HIA,rus - MEET AS NEEDED
August
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Port & Commerce Advisory Board
2019 GOALS CALENDAR
DATE SUGGESTED AGENDA ITEMS
August 14
Meeting
The order for meetings in September were switched to allow the Board to freely discuss the events of the summer
and prepare action items for the September 18 agenda.
ept enniii-jer° p • Legislative Priorities
Work s ssioiiq� . Budget
September 18 • Housing
Meeting
October 2 • AML
Meeting 0 Review SMIC development and tariff
• Budget
• Prioritize City, State and Federal Priorities for Port& Commerce Initiatives
Octolll[peio1- 16 • Review SMIC development and tariff
Work s ssioiigo
November 6 • Review utility infrastructure for future growth and development/Rate Study
Meeting
os°eiiinllbe� iirr 2
WorIIk Sessioiin�
December 4 • Approve Resolution for PACAB priorities (2020)
Meeting
iteceillyllber 18
Work
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Sponsored by: PACAB
CITY OF SEWARI), ALASKA
RESOLUTION I.UTICON 01 -01
ADVISORY BOARD (P CAB) RECOMMENDING (`0L SIC"III
FEBRUARY 2020
WHEREAS,, P C A 's responsibilities are fisted in (:"C:' 2,30. i25 Powers and Duties;
and
WHEREAS, City Council it nd PACAB held a joint work session on March 27, 2018 to
review arid update the current priorities List; and
WHEREAS,at,its December mber 19, 2018 J i,d ar Meeting die PACAB reviewed and refine
the Priorities List.
NOW, "TIIERlliyP'ORE, BE IT RESOLVED SCy:LVE by the heart and C;°ornmerce Advisory Board
that:
Section I. he following List ot"Priorities feµaai February f?( is hereby approved fy/'
the Board and recommended to Council for their approval:
PRIORITIES
o Review taxes, especially vessel property tray
• Review,the Harbor "l:."aaril`f`as needed.
• Work to support iaac rastries to Seward including the, Community Development Quotaa.
(CDQ) fleets and related industries, tail & gas related industries, transportation, vessel
maintenance and, repair fiacilities and coraamerciaat/sport fishing industry
o Help lead Seward Marine Industrial Center ( l IC) development
• Prioritize City, State and Federal Priorities flar parr°t& Commerce Initiatives(October)
+ Continue exploration of' energy alternatives, sponsor energy faqir and/'or other
continuing col°aaraaunity education, develop a Seward 1�eraewaalale Energy Plan, review
"Title 15 including process and procedures 1'or alternative energy connection to city
int«astructure
o Continue to send aa.board aaaember to time Alaska Municipal League' naacaaal Conference
( M )
o Create as Climate Action Plan (2020)
« Support the Blue Pipeline Initiative
l� • l:evievN(utility ivafraastraactr.rre t"rrr 4`r;rtaurc and rle,velolaaaaeaat.
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Port and Co.nimerce Advisory Board
Resolution 2019-01
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED ANDAPPROVED by the Port and t"oniraaacrcc Advisory Board cal"the t.'lty of
Seward, Alaska this 2nd slam ol'Jaa,a uaary, 2019.
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ABSENT� Jaffa, Lawrence
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