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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2020-035
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, EXTENDING THE CITY'S CURRENT STATE OF
EMERGENCY IN RESPONSE TO THE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
OUTBREAK, AND REQUESTING STATE AND FEDERAL RELIEF
ASSISTANCE
WHEREAS, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has
identified Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) as a respiratory disease that can result in serious
illness or death, that is a new strain of coronavirus not previously identified in humans, and that
poses a significant public health risk; and
WHEREAS, on January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization(WHO) designated the
outbreak of COVID-19 as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern; and
WHEREAS, on January 31, 2020, United States Health and Human Services Secretary
Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the United States to aid the nation's
healthcare community in responding to COVID-19; and
WHEREAS, COVID-19 has been spreading in other states, and throughout Canada,
resulting in the implementation of public health actions to contain the spread of COVID-19
across North America; and
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2020, Governor Dunleavy declared a statewide public health
disaster emergency; and
WHEREAS, the Governor's declaration activated Seward's Emergency Operation Plan
under AS 26.23.020(e)and Seward City Code 9.10.025; and
WHEREAS, SCC 9.10.025 empowers the City Manager to serve as the Director of Civil
Defense and Disaster; and
WHEREAS, on March 18, 2020, it was confirmed by the Alaska Department of Health
and Social Services (DHSS) that there were two COVID-19 cases on the Kenai Peninsula, with
one of the cases being in the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, on March 23, 2020, the Seward City Council approved Resolution 2020-
026, officially declaring a State of Disaster Emergency in response to the Coronavirus outbreak,
and the renewal of the Emergency Declaration is now necessary as the original declaration was
for a 30-day period; and
WHEREAS, as of May 4, 2020, the Alaska DHSS confirmed a total of 370 COVID-19
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cases in Alaska, with a total of 37 hospitalizations,263 recovered cases, and 9 deaths; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward continues to provide essential operations to address this
public health emergency, while attempting to minimize staff and community exposure, and also
maintaining our own critical operations under this Public Health Emergency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1. For the City of Seward, Alaska there is declared a threatened local public
health disaster as a result of the spread of Coronavirus(COVID-19).
Section 2. The City Manager, in his role as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster per
SCC 9.10.025, shall adopt "Emergency Rules Regarding COVID-19 Containment" that comply
with and promote the recommendations of the State of Alaska and the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention(CDC).
Section 3. To the extent there are now, or may be, Federal and/or State funds available to
assist the City in mitigating this public health disaster and the economic impacts of this disaster,
this declaration demonstrates the City's need for such funds.
Section 4.This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this
11 th day of May,2020.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Christy Ter , Mayor
AYES: Crites, Baclaan, McClure, Butts, Seese, Osenga, Terry
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: April 27,2020
To: City Council
From: City Manager, Scott Meszaros sr
Agenda Item: Authorizing a joint application with the Alaska Railroad Corporation to the
U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration's (MARAD)
Port Infrastructure Development Program(PIDP)
BACKGROUND&JUSTIFICATION:
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (NDAA) and the Further
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 authorized and appropriated $225 million for the Port
Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) for grant funding to improve facilities within, or
outside of and directly related to operations of coastal seaports,inland river ports, and Great Lakes
ports. The Act directed that at least $200 million of the appropriated funds shall be for grants to
coastal seaports or Great Lakes ports. Funds for the PIDP are to be awarded as discretionary grants
on a competitive basis for projects that will improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the
movement of goods into,out of, around,or within a port.
The Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC), the owner and operator of the Seward Intermodal
Terminal Reserve Port,has identified,through numerous community planning meetings,the need
to meet regional and statewide demand by extending and widening the ARRC Terminal Reserve
Freight Dock.
As an ideal candidate for the PIDP grant program, the ARRC and the City of Seward wish to
jointly apply for grant funding in order to proceed in our efforts to follow the City's adopted 2030
Comprehensive Plan. This application and subsequent award will support adequate port
infrastructure that will serve the needs of users in the main industrial/Alaska Railroad Corporation
Port. There is no conflict with City intent or other area users applying for a competing project for
a PIDP grant during this funding cycle.
The City of Seward has agreed to supply in-kind support for this grant application by aiding in the
removal of deposits from the Lowell Creek outfall for fill material for the project as well as the
staff time needed to coordinate these efforts. The City is also expecting to utilize CPV funds to
acquire signage and beautification items for Port Avenue as well as the staff time needed to
coordinate these efforts.
INTENT:
Jointly apply with the ARRC for a PIDP grant to widen and Iengthen the ARRC Freight Dock and
invest in beatification and safety efforts along Port Avenue.
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CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
Comprehensive Plan(document source here):
Comprehensive Plan:
1.3.1 -Economic Development X
1.3.3- Transportation Facilities
2.2.7- Community Partnerships
2 2.9-Public Safety
Strategic Plan (document source here)
Page 3 —Growth Management and Land Use Planning
Page 4-Transportation Facilities X
Page 5-Economic Base
Page 7-Improve and Expand Maritime Facilities
Page 16 Expand Transportation Facilities
Other (list): Previous Council Support and ARRC Master Planning X
efforts
FISCAL NOTE:
There is no financial impact associated with this joint application/support Resolution. If the
grant is awarded, in-kind contributions will be made within existing departmental budgets.
Approved by Finance Department: 44�F� - .
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council Approve Resolution 2020-034 authorizing a joint application with the Alaska
Railroad Corporation to the U.S. Department of Transportation PIDP grant program.
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