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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02202024 Planning & Zoning Work Session Packet Planning & Zoning Commission Work Session Packet Work Session Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Council Chambers, City Hall 600 00 P.M. The City of Seward,Alaska SEWARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION WORK SESSION AGENDA February 20, 2024 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers Clare Sullivan 1) CALL TO ORDER Chair Term February,2024 2) STAFF COMMENTS Vanessa Verhey 3) DISCUSSION ITEMS Vice Chair Term February,2026 a. Comprehensive Plan.................................................................. S Nathaniel Charbonneau 4) ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Term February,2024 Sean Ulman Commissioner Term February,2025 Brenan Hornseth Commissioner Term February,2025 Vacant Commissioner Term February,2025 Vacant Commissioner Term February,2026 Danny Meuninck Community Development Director Courtney Bringhurst City Planner Clara Brown Executive Planning Assistant Kris Peck City Clerk 2 OUTCOME GOALS FOR WORK SESSION 1) Remove items that are no longer relevant in the Comprehensive Plan Volume 1 (e.g. "Support Spring Creek Expansion"—this can be removed because there are no longer plans to do so.) 2) Move any items that were plans or goals that have been completed to the "accomplishments" section of the Comprehensive Plan. BACKGROUND: The Comprehensive Plan is revised every 10 years. The current document is the 2030 Comprehensive Plan which is supposed to be the guiding document for the city from 2020-2030. These types of plans are usually revised in advance of the decade in which they become effective — e.g. this current plan was approved in 2017. Current guidance for Comprehensive plans recommends treating the plan as a living document and doing minor updates periodically during the 10 years. This is the first stage of those updates. The next stage, which will update the values and goals of the plan, will be addressed later this year or the beginning of next year. 3 2030 Comprehensive Plan n Volume 1 4 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UP E VOLUME C: ITI( C) F SE lzc . 1'. BROW I - 4 • - . - -_�-.�1.- r-. ��'. -�!1•� • a r' _OP 5SIZ Adopted : May30, 2017 prepared by: PDC Engineers 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SEWARD, ALASKA Prepared For: The City of Seward, Alaska Prepared By: PDC Engineers Anchorage, Alaska Adopted By the City Council of the City of Seward May 30, 2017 by Resolution 2017-028 Adopted By the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly August 15, 2017 by Ordinance 2017-18 6 Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission First Public Hearing: May 8, 2017 Second Public Dearing: May 22,2017 Third Public Hearing: May 30, 2017 CITY OF SEWARD, ALAS A RESOLUTION 2 17-02 A RESOLUTION OP THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY of S wARD9 ALASKA, ADOPTING AND RECOMMENDING THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH APPROVE VOLUMES I AND II OF THE SEWARD 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO INCLUDE THE FUTURE LAND USE PLAN MAP WHEREAS, the 2020 Seward Comprehensive Plan was approved by City Council on August 8, 2005; and WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan is a doctiment the Council uses to manage and facilitate the decisions made in the growth of our community-, and WHEREAS, during the last twelve 1 years the community of Seward has experienced significant growth and change; and WHEREAS, in January 2015 the City applied for and received Kenai Peninsula grant funding to assist with the update of the 2020 Compressive Plan; and WHEREAS, through the RFP process the City selected PDC Engineers to gather public input, work with the Planning and Zoning Commission and City staff'to complete the update o the 2020 Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, over the last two years the Planning and Zoning Commission has held thirteen 13 public work sessions acid meetings working on the updates; and WHEREAS, PDC Engineers has completed the update and submitted the Final draft of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan including the Future Land Use Map for approval by the City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough; and WHEREAS, all amendments to the City Comprehensive Plan must be approved by Ordinance of the Kenai Peninsula Borough, as per KPB Ordinance 1, f.02 , A; and WHEREAS, having complied with the public notification process on April 18, 2017 the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission held the required public hearing and approved Resolution 2017-06, recommending the City Council adopt and recommend the Kenai Peninsula Borough approve volumes I and 11 of the Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan to include the Future Band Use Plan Map. 7 CITY OF S WA D, A AS A RESOLUTION 2017-028 NOW, THEREFORE9 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of THE CITY of S WA RD,ALAS A that: Section I, The Seward City Council hereby approves the 2030 Comprehensive flan,to include the Future Lard Use Flan Map. Section 2. The Council further recommends the Kenai Peninsula Borough approve the 2030 Seward Comprehensive Flan. Section 3. This resolution skull tale effect immediately upon adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 0'h day o May, 2017. THE CITY OF S WARD, ALAS A Fan Bardarson, Mayor AYES: Kell, Altermatt, McClure, Bardarson DOES: None ABSENT: dater, Casagranda, Squires ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: jit nna Ki , C (2 Clerk (City Seal) yy # ## • ��.rrr # L4 r 7 i j .^ ,a ■ ,/ ./. .k ■ C, n , 'f r 8 Introduced by: Mayor,Carpenter Date: 07/18/17 Hearing: 08/15/17 Action: Enacted as Amended Vote: 9 Yes,0 No,0 Absent KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH ORDINANCE 2017-18 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING KPB 2,56,050 TO ADOPT VOLUMES I AND II OF THE SEWARD 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AS THE OFFICIAL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THAT PORTION OF THE BOROUGH WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF SEWARD WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough provides for planning on an areawide basis in accordance with AS 29.40; and WHEREAS, in accordance with KPB 21.01.025(E), cities requesting extensive comprehensive plan amendments may recommend to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission a change to the comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, with the completion of Volumes I and II of the Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan, the City of Seward has prepared extensive comprehensive plan amendments for that area of the borough within the boundaries of the City of low Seward.; and WHEREAS, over the last two years the City of Seward Planning and Zoning Commission has held thirteen (13) public work sessions and meetings working on the updates; and WHEREAS, throughout the update process, members of the public were notified and attended work sessions and meetings, providing comments and input through several sources including hard copy and digital surveys, using the city and comprehensive plan webpages, Facebook, local newspapers and media sources; and WHEREAS, the revised comprehensive plan is a compilation of goals, objectives, and maps for guiding the physical, social, and economic development, both private and public of the City of Seward; and WHEREAS, the planning commission of the City of Seward held a public hearing on April 189 2017, and recommended that the City Council of Seward approve the revised comprehensive plan; and WHEREAS, the City Council of Seward held public hearings on May 8, 22, and 30, 20175 and reviewed the revised comprehensive plan and recommended approval of the plan, dated May 30, 2017,to the Kenai Peninsula Borough; and Kenai Peninsula Borough,Alaska New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Ordinance 2017-18 Page 1 of 3 9 WHEREAS, Goal 1.1, Objective 7, of the 2005 Kenai Peninsula Borough Comprehensive Plan is to regularly update the comprehensive plan to reflect changing conditions, trends,laws, regulations and policies; and WHEREAS, AS 29.40.030(b) states that the assembly shall, after receiving the recommendations of the planning commission, periodically undertake a review of the comprehensive plan and update the plan as necessary; and WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission at its regularly scheduled meeting of July 17, 2017 recommended approval of the revised comprehensive plan; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH: SECTION 1. That the assembly adopts Volumes I and II of the Seward 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, dated May 30, 2017, as the official comprehensive plan for that portion of the Kenai Peninsula Borough within the boundaries of the City of Seward. SECTION 2, That KPB 2.56.050 is hereby amended as follows: 2.56.050. Seward comprehensive plan adopted. The assembly adopts Volumes I and II of the "City of Seward 2030 [2020] Comprehensive Plan Update" prepared by the City of Seward and recommended for approval by the Seward City Council in Resolution 2017- 028 [2005-26] on May 30, 2017 [AUGUST 8, 2005], as the official borough comprehensive plan for that portion of the borough within the boundaries of the City of Seward. SECTION 3. That this ordinance takes effect immediately upon its enactment. .10-00 Is ENACTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KENAI PE OROUGH THIS 15TH DAY OF AUGUST,2017. Kelly Cooper, Assembly President ATTEST: IL UL4 ` .• •.�� � � , Jo Blankenship, MMC, Borough Cler /' • • � Mae zf- ig" Ordinance 2017-18 New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] l//ffyJfi` Gula Borough,Alaska Page 2 of 3 10 t Yes: Bagley,C enter,Dunne Fischer Hibbert,Ogle,Schaefer Welles �'P g Cooperki No: None Absent: None Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska New Text Underlined; [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] Ordinance 2017-18 Page 3 of 3 11 PREFACE This document was prepared for the City of Seward over the period 2015 - 2017. Development of the 2030 Seward Comprehensive Plan was based on continued involvement with the City of Seward as well as research and review of the existing documents by the consultants. The elements of the 2030 Plan incorporate information gathered during public meetings, Planning and Zoning Commission meetings, and information from numerous background documents. The 2030 Plan was presented to the City of Seward for public review in 2017. City of Seward P.O. Box 167 Seward Alaska 99664 City Council Jean Bardarson Mayor Marianna Keil Vice Mayor Ristine Casagranda Council Member Sue McClure Council Member David Squires Council Member Eric Slater Council Member Deborah Altermatt Council Member Planning and Zoning Commission Cindy Ecklund Chair Martha Fleming Vice Chair Gary Seese Commission Member Margaret Anderson Commission Member Tom Swann Commission Member Craig Ambrosiani Commission Member David Carlton Jr. Commission Member City Administration Jim Hunt City Manager Ron Long Assistant City Manager Donna Glenz Planner Dwayne Atwood Planning Technician Citizens of Seward The involvement of many Seward residents in preparation of the 2030 Seward Comprehensive Plan is gratefully acknowledged. Kenai Peninsula Borough 144 North Binkley Soldotna, Alaska 99669 Consultant PDC Engineers 2700 Gambell Street, Ste. 500 Anchorage, AK 99503 907.743.3200 12 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I 0 Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................2 1.1 A GUIDE TO THE USE OF THE SEWARD 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.........................................2 1.2 PURPOSE OF THE SEWARD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN...................................................................2 1.3 ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE SEWARD 2020 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.........................................3 2 SEWARD COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES.............................................................................6 2.1 COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES FOR 2030...............................................................................6 2.2 COMMUNITY VALUES..................................................................................................................6 3 GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS..........................................12 3.1 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.......................................................................................................12 3.2 LAND USE...................................................................................................................................13 3.3 HOUSING.....................................................................................................................................14 3.4 TRANSPORTATION.....................................................................................................................15 3.5 PORT AND HARBOR DEVELOPMENT..........................................................................................15 3.6 RECREATION..............................................................................................................................16 3.7 PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES............................................................................................17 3.8 NATURAL HAZARDS...................................................................................................................18 3.9 QUALITY OF LIFE.......................................................................................................................19 APPENDICES - MAPS....................................................................................................................................21 PM, ENGINEERS PLA4 3ESIGN CONSTRUCT INTRODUCTION I-z INTRODUCTION 1.1 A GUIDE TO THE USE OF THE SEWARD 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 1 ' - • I �"ir•�-mow- I•!�Il�IAa���i' ief■�� ;� -r_�-. w. la a ter■ Y y . .. .... ..'•I. r. 1! _ � Lam.•_ •.' 4 _- - wl Y ` w+•. - I�. �_,act: -- M16N IN PWF - r y•' I s I' I The 2030 Seward Comprehensive Plan Update(2030 Plan the 2030 Plan, the goals, objectives and implementation p p ) is organized into two volumes. Volume I identifies the action items are listed for the each of the plan elements. goals,objectives,and implementation action items,updat- Volume II briefly describes the history, setting, and de- ed and developed for each comprehensive plan element. mographics of Seward,and then presents the background Volume II presents background information and planning issues identified for each of these elements. and analysis of each plan element identified in Volume I. The intent of this volume is to supply important sup- The nine comprehensive plan elements include: economic plemental information to assist the City of Seward in development,land use,housing,transportation,port and attaining the goals and objectives set forth in Volume I. harbor development,recreation,public facilities and ser- vices, natural hazards, and quality of life. The planning 1.2 PURPOSE OF THE S E W A R D issues are community issues that have developed over COMPREHENSIVE PLAN time and are necessary to consider in implementing new projects that follow from the plan. The community of Seward has seen a significant amount of change since it was established as a port and selected The intent of Volume I is to provide a readily useable guide as the southern terminus for the Alaska Railroad in the to aid the City of Seward and its citizens in the prepara- earl 1900s. Over the past two decades the community y p y tion,adoption,amendment,revision,and implementation has experienced the increases in the cruise ship industry, p p y, of specific plans, programs and regulations that derive increases in charter boat and railroad bookings,the opening g p g from the vision embodied by the goals and objectives. of the Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC), and intermittent In this introduction, the accomplishments of the 2020 coal shipments to various locations primarily Korea. p � p y Plan are listed as a baseline from which to proceed. The These changes have had significant effects on the land g g overall community vision and values follow immediately use economy, and character of the community. from h introduction. In h fin 1 i n h h r f y o thethe a section, the eat o FCC ENCINEERS� PLAN DESIGN CONSTRUCT 14 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume 1 0 1 -3 The continuing challenge is to retain Seward's unique Guide the city on how to best use lands it owns through historic, small-town character, while pursuing modern municipal entitlement under the Alaska Statehood Act. economic development opportunities and accommodat- Develop priorities and justify funding requests to the ing changes in business services, public facilities, and local community, Alaska State Legislature, United affordable housing. The 2030 Plan is the community's States Congress, and public agencies for capital and guide for managing this process. transportation improvements. • Maintain the health and safety of residents and visitors. Seward is among the most active communities in Alas- • Coordinate and involve public agencies affecting the ka in planning projects using the public process. The economic and social life of Seward. 1998 community vision project,which culminated in the • Preserve and enhance the town's best features. development of the 1999 strategic plan, recommended Foster participation of Seward residents in making revising the comprehensive plan in accordance with the public decisions, evaluating community progress, goal: "Maintain Comprehensive and Land Use Plans that and developing community consensus on the future reflect and achieve the community's vision."The city has of the city. utilized the information gathered in previous commu- nity surveys, plans, the Partnership 2000 process, and This plan has been prepared with the assistance of City p p p Y the strategic plan visioning process to revise the present Staff,community members, and representatives of rele- comprehensive plan. vant organizations through a series of public meetings. As dictated b the Seward City Code the 2030 Plan In the spirit of achieving long-term objectives for the Y Y contains both advisor and binding elements. The ad- greatest common benefit, the 2030 Plan addresses pri- Y g visor elements include strategies for improving public vate as well as public lands, facilities, and services. It Y g p g services and facilities promoting economic development, anticipates future needs and opportunities for the city. �p g and maintainingand enhancing the quality of life. The It is designed to ensure that Seward is a better place for g q Y bindingelement is the land use plan,which can be changed people to live and work. p � g only by amendment,upon petition by the land owners or at the initiation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. 1.3 ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF T H E The land use plan forms the basis for updating land use S E W A R D 2020 COMPREHENSIVE regulations and policies. PLAN Title 29 of the Alaska State Statutes requires that zoning 1.3.1 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT regulations be based on a current comprehensive plan. The updated 2030 Plan helps to evaluate discrepancies Goal: Strengthen and diversify the economy of Seward between existing land use and what the plan has identified by working with the private sector and other govern- as preferred land use; thereby dictating what changes should be made to the existing zoning ordinance. mental units. • Completion of Army and Air Force military recreation Additional purposes for updating a comprehensive plan camp enhancement projects. are that it will: Construction of a new cargo dock by Alaska Railroad • Anticipate trends in the community; forecast needs Corporation (ARRC). for land use,city infrastructure,public services,and Continued development of the Seward Marine In- economic development; and develop strategies to dustrial Center (SMIC). achieve community goals and objectives. Development of heritage tourism and other historic • Provide guidance on how land use and infrastruc- heritage opportunities. ture decisions can create opportunities for economic Replaced the University of Alaska Fairbanks(UAF)-op- development. erated UNOLS research vessel. FCC ENGINEER S PLA4 SESIGCONSTRUCT INTRODUCTION 0 1-4 1.3.2 LAND USE 1.3.4.1 Utilities Goal:Maintain Seward's Land Use Plan as the primary • Completed construction of an electric emergency local tool to ensure quality community land use arrange- generation plant and warehouse. meets, growth, and development to the year 2010. • Continued placement of utility lines underground throughout the service area. • Constructed new Community Library and Museum. Completed electric utility rates study. • Constructed North Forest Acres Levee and Transfer Major upgrade of Third Avenue water main. Facility Road. Construction of new 600,000 gallon water storage tank. • Adopted All Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2010. • Adoption of Floodplain Management Ordinance, 1.3.4.2 Waste Management Amended2013 and2016. • Reviewed and updated the Sign Code. Major upgrade and dredging of sewer lagoons at • Consolidated, reviewed and updated all definitions Lowell Point and SMIC. in Title 15 of the city code. • Updated the Seward Marine Industrial Center(SMIC) 1.3.4.3 Health Care & Social Services Plan. • Adoption of Municipal Lands Management Plan in Completed new long-term care facility. 2014 • Explored the feasibility of providing veterans care locally. • Established federally qualified health center clinic to 1.3.3 TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES provide more affordable access to primary health care. p p y Goal: Maintain Seward's Transportation Plan as the primary local tool to ensure safe and convenient trans- 1.3.4.4 Public Safety portation facilities that address the needs of Seward res- ADA public sidewalk improvements, ongoing. idents, businesses and visitors to the year 2010. Supported Alaska Department of Fish and Game's • Completed construction of a new road from the Seward Bear Safe Community Program. Highway to the transfer facility that bypasses the Purchased a ladder truck for the fire department. Forest Acres Subdivision. Relocated U.S. Coast Guard building a moorage to • Updated city code provisions for driveway widths. enhance response time and capability. • Constructed a new road to Seward Mountain Haven long-term care facility. 1.3.4.5 Governmental Services • Constructed a new SMIC breakwater to create a har- bor basin. • Continued review of sites to identify an alternative • Upgraded the electrical service to the SMIC north location for the city shop facility. dock. • Compiled, distributed, and posted on the City's web • Harbor expansion, including float replacement and site a City of Seward directory of information. electrical upgrades. 1.3.4.6 Parks and Recreation 1.3.4 PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES Platted,zoned,and dedicated for park purposes,Two Lakes Park,Waterfront Park,and Benny Benson Me- Goal: Continue to improve the quality of public facilities morial Park. and services made available to the residents of Seward. Continued efforts to refurbish the Seward Community Cemetery and Woodlawn Cemetery. • Continual yearly beautification of Hoben Park and Kawabe Park. PM ENGINEERS PLAN DESIGCONSTRUCT 16 -5 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I • Completed automation of campground pay stations. • Continued to work with ALPAR, the Kenai Penin- sula Borough and other agencies in the cleanup and reduction of trash and litter. 1.3.4.7 Cultural Facilities • Options studied on refurbishing the Jesse Lee Home with local advisory board and recommendations lined out in Historic Structure Report. 1.3.5 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES Goal: Support efforts to continually improve the quality of educational facilities located in Seward and ensure that these facilities continue to enhance the community. • Adjoined campuses for the pre-K 12 schools complex with a new bike path. • Replaced middle school. • AVTEC construction of new dormitory, new culi- nary arts facility, new heavy equipment and diesel mechanic facility, marine fire training facility and maritime simulator facility. • Constructed a city-owned live fire structural simulator. 1.3.6 COMMUNITY APPEARANCE Goal: Improve the appearance of the entire community through increased landscaping, beautification and litter control efforts, through more attention to sign control and through promoting the preservation of Seward's historic architecture. (See Parks and Recreation for accomplish- ments meeting this goal concurrently) • Many private businesses and residences along the Seward Highway/Third Avenue corridor and in the entire community landscaped their properties. • Installation of three new community signs:Welcome to Seward, Small Boat Harbor,and Downtown signs along the Seward Highway/Third Avenue corridor. • Removal of numerous abandoned and dilapidated buildings by both city and private property owners. • Improved pedestrian pathway for access to and from schools. • Upgraded downtown decorative lights to LED. PM, ENGINEERS PLA4/7DESIGN CONSTRUCT 0 SEWARD COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES 1-6 2 SEWARD COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES 2.1 COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES FOR 2030 r, L 7 Building on its impressive heritage and natural setting, the type and quantity of human activities in the area the community's vision for itself includes: as shown by economic indicators,vital statistics and population data, education and health statistics, and an attractive, healthy, vibrant other data; • the opinions and experiences that the community community; a strong diverse collectively embodies. economy with quality business, educational and recreational In order to maintain or improve the overall quality of opportunities; a process life these underlying community values must be known y g y for orderly growth; and an and respected. The following are key community values p g y y appreciation of local history, identified by the citizens of Seward with supporting di- culture and community. rections for the plan. 2.2.1 Small Town Feel and Atmosphere 2.2 COMMUNITY VALUES We value the "small town feel" The values of a community reflect and drive the quality and friendly atmosphere. of its life.This quality is also impacted by such factors as: • geographic, cultural and historic features that are unique to a community; PDC E N G I N E E R S1 PLAN DESIGN CONSTRUCT 18 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume 1 0 1 -7 The following items have been identified by citizens as Strive to meet or exceed standards and regulations contributing to Seward's small town atmosphere: for compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. • people are friendly and you know your neighbors Develop a beach erosion and storm sure protection • a comfortable, relaxed attitude ' p g program. • a dynamic historic downtown and a thriving boat protect our d an ecosystem public health. Y harbor Preserve and protect the scenic views of the mountains • a high level of citizen commitment to the community and Resurrection Bay. • convenient access throughout town; a pedestrian Seek ways to protect the watershed and mitigate de- friendly downtown velo ment impacts on the slopes of Bear Mountain, • pri p p p de in our historic downtown district and historical Marathon Mountain, Mount Benson and the Mount surrounding areas Alice bench. • an attractive community appearance • Encourage education and support our environment. 2.2.2 Natural Environment and Open Space 2.2.3 Community Appearance We value clean air, clean We value a clean, well- water and a healthy, natural maintained community, environment for people and beautification through g wildlife. We value natural landscaping, and restoration open spaces and the scenic of our historic structures. views of the surrounding undeveloped mountains. We value quiet in our residential • Encourage citizens as well as the city to take an active role in beautifying the community. neighborhoods. We practice 0 Maintain a clean litter-free community. Y environmental leadership and • Support an effective recycling program. act as environmental stewards. • Continue to require landscaping plans for conditional use permits as feasible. • Continue the enforcement method for violations of • Consider how to best design construction that can city codes affecting community appearance. be maintained over time without damaging the en- Support activities initiated b the Seward Historic pp Y vironment, balancing near-term interests with the preservation Commission SHPC . protection of future generations. • Implement aesthetics when designing and maintain- Recognize the interdependence of environmental p g g ing roadways. quality, economic growth and social justice. . Encourage historic conservation and reservation • Plan for the careful use of natural resources in order g p within our city. to prevent depletion, prevent pollution and to do no harm to the environment. Strive to reduce energy consumption,waste genera- 2.2.4 Recreation tion, our dependence on fossil fuels and production of greenhouse gases. We value diverse, year-round, • Work to clean up environmentally impacted lands indoor and outdoor recreational that impede a sustainable environment. opportunities and facilities for residents and visitors of all ages. PDC01E N G I N E E R S11 PLAT 9ESIG CONSTRUCT SEWARD COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES 0 1-8 • Update the 1993 City of Seward Parks Master Plan that incorporate community resources into education and encourage regular updating. programs. • Include a dog park in the Parks Master Plan. Support quality after-school education programs, • Support the development of indoor and outdoor rec- including the Boys & Girls Club. rational facilities. Support adequate funding for education, including 0 Explore development of a community center. intra-school district sports and art and music programs. 0 Complete construction of new restroom at Wil- 2.2.6 Health Care liams Park. 0 Expand utility sites in campgrounds, based on We value effective, accessible, demand. and affordable healthcare. 2.2.5 Education • Explore the feasibility of a borough health care ser- . We value a community that vice area. • Support additional beds and short-term stay beds at will ensure that pre-K-12 and the hospital. post-secondary education Support co-location of long-term care facility and institutions have the resources medical center. and programs to provide quality Explore the feasibility of providing veterans care locally. educational opportunities to Support medical health care professionals to relocate t Sew ard. our children and residents. o Sew • Pursue affordable health care insurance through bor- ough, state and federal sources. • Support the return of a Community Schools concept Encourage cooperation between all health care pro- for adult education. viders. • Support a safer traffic route among the three schools Support educational,preventative and rehabilitation by supporting the development of adjoining campuses social services. for a pre-K 12 schools complex. Retain Seward as the hub for social services on the • Support a local Head Start program. Eastern Kenai Peninsula. • Support the development of local University of Alaska Continue to support Independent Living Center, campus(UAF-College ofFisheries and Ocean Sciences), SeaView Community Services and Seward Senior the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA)-Kenal Center and other similar organizations. Peninsula College(KPQ Resurrection Bay Extension Explore the After Birth Services for families in Seward. Site, associated courses and degree programs. Pursue program for restoring ground ambulance ser- e Support infrastructure for the R/V Sikuliaq and their vice between Seward and Anchorage. research. Maintain status of federally qualified health center, • Support the mission and programs of the Alaska Vo- which provides federal funding and access to afford- cational Technical Center to develop the workforce. able health care for the uninsured and underinsured. • Support educational opportunities which are enhanced by Seward's physical geography and economic activities. • Support the efforts of all educational organizations and government agencies, including the Seward Community Library and Museum, Alaska SeaLife Center,National Park Service (NPS), and US Forest Service(USFS),to provide educational opportunities PDC E N G I N E E R S PLAN DESIGN ONSTRUCT 20 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume 1 0 1 -9 2.2.7 Community Partnerships Replace outdated technology to improve productivity and public service. We value the contributions of the various organizations 2.2.9 Public Safety and individuals who work to better our community. We value a safe community and a feeling of security. • Encourage all citizen participation in community organizations. Support adequate police services and equipment. • Continue support for active city/borough relationships Periodically review, evaluate, update, and conduct in areas of mutual interest that impact our community. simulations of all emergency plans, especially the • Continue supporting community organizations and Emergency Preparedness Plan,training core city staff their private grants that enhance our community and community members. • Approve resolutions of support for endeavors and Support a safe house for victims of domestic violence. projects of various organizations and individuals Maintain an effective public safety communications which benefit the community. network in Seward,including an enhanced emergency • Continue community support for the collaboration 911 system and corrected street addresses. between the Seward Library&Museum and the Res- Encourage annual reporting of crime statistics,analysis urrection Bay Historical Society (RBHS), and the of crime incidents,and recommendations for solutions. Seward Community Library Association. • Encourage marine safety activities. • Establish additional north-south routes throughout 2.2.8 City Government the community for emergency evacuations. • Identify & support an appropriate site for a new an- imal control shelter. We value an Open, responsive city . Ensure a high level of fire protection within the com- g government based on a high levelmunity by periodic evaluation and update of the Fire of citizen input and community Master Plan. involvement. We value a • Continue support of Seward Volunteer Ambulance fiscally government sound that Corps. Anticipate future demands for their services n h m h. and ow to best meet those needs. provides high quality services. • Support the installation of ambulance warning lights at the intersection of Third and D Street. • Keep up-to-date the City of Seward directory of in- • Continuously plan for future police services to ensure formation on the City's web site. the highest level of public safety within the community. • Continue to review and update the city code. • Review, update and support the Hazard Mitigation • Develop practical enforcement procedures for code Plan. violations. • Continue to support Alaska Department of Fish and • Recommend the development of a policy and proce- Game's Bear Safe Community Program. dure manual for each department. • Continue support of the Seward/Bear Creek Flood • Explore the possibility of annexing surrounding areas, Service Area Board. studying economic and social effects. • Improve and increase the availability of public parking. Support for continued legislative services and lobbyists. Improve the safety of city-owned buildings. • Create a funding mechanism for the repair and re- Improve pedestrian and street lighting. placement of city infrastructure. Support fire services, volunteer fire fighters and equipment. PDC ENGINEER 11 PL�1DESICCONSTRUCT SEWARD COMMUNITY VISION AND VALUES 0 1 - 10 • Support upgrading fire station,and addition of annex Promote infill development by encouraging and pro- station. moting construction on vacant sites in areas of the city which are already established • Explore incentives to attract more year-round private 2.2.10 Land Development sector industries to augment the tax base. • Support the promotion of sporting, cultural events, We value orderly growth conventions and other activities year-round. and balanced development Support an aggressive Chamber of Commerce mar- that is driven by community keting campaign highlighting the quality of life and consensus in conformance diverse resources that make Seward a desirable place with the land use plan. to live and establish a business. • Expand maritime trade for commercial fishing, in- cluding the addition of a crane and grid. • Develop a land use plan for the former Air Force Support Seward schools to attract and retain families. Recreation Camp property. Support expansion of the IMS UAF-CFOS-Seward • Ensure all adopted codes reflect community values. Marine Center and R/V Sikuliaq infrastructure. • Encourage home ownership opportunities. Improve and expand port facilities to attract more • Develop a land use plan for the east side of Resur- maritime trade. rection Bay. Continue development of SMIC as a revenue source • Enable a more viable property use at Fifth Avenue with year-round employment opportunities. and B Street by encouraging the relocation of the Encourage the prudent management of resources for State maintenance facility. healthy commercial and sports fishing industries. • Enable a more viable property use at the site of the Promote and protect wild salmon habitat to reduce existing public works facility by encouraging the dependency on hatchery-raised salmon smolt. valuation of the public works facility. Promote expansion and development of local marine entrepreneurial businesses. • Maintain haul out facilities for all vessels. 2.2.11 Economic Base Educate and encourage historic economic incentives. • Support expansion course and degree offerings in We value a stable economic Seward by the University of Alaska through either environment, economic UAF-CFOs or KPC-RBE. diversity, year-round businesses, environmentally responsible 2.2.12 Transportation Facilities industry, and employment that promote a high standard of living. We value diverse transportation facilities including road, rail, air, • Support adoption and incorporation of the Chamber pedestrian, and water routes of Commerce Economic Growth Plan. that meet the needs of residents., • Provide modern communications infrastructure. businesses and visitors. • Explore ways to reduce energy costs. • Encourage the development of infrastructure expan- sion plans for currently undeveloped residential and 2,2,12.1 Traffic Management commercial property. • Develop a transportation plan for Seward. EPD�77 ^ PLAN DESIGN CONSTRUCT 22 - 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I 0 11 • Designate truck and bus routes to minimize traffic • Support efforts to maintain integrity of the waterfront in residential neighborhoods. bike path. • Support enhanced public transportation throughout • Support efforts to extend the bike path out the Seward the community. Highway. • Extend boardwalk to the South harbor uplands. 2.2.12.2 Parking, Loading Areas, and • Support reconstruction of the Benny Benson Lagoon Transportation Facilities boardwalk. 2.2.12.5 Air traffic Establish flight corridors to minimize intrusions on the community's quality of life. • Support commercial commuter service. - Support the State's airport improvement plan. 6i . 2.2.12.6Marine 41 Support establishment of Alaska Marine Highway .� pp 4 - System service. A ,W. • Assure adequate public parking and loading areas for the harbor slip-holders. • Encourage safe on-site loading areas for service ve- hicles in commercial and institutional zones. 2.2.12.3 Road construction • Support adequate funding to maintain safe roads year round. • Support forward funding for major road repairs and upgrades. • Enforce sight triangles at major intersections to im- prove traffic and pedestrian safety. • Work with the Alaska Railroad Corporation to im- prove local railroad crossings. 2.2.12.4 Sidewalks, Bike Paths and Rights of Way • Approve a sidewalk and pathway policy to enhance pedestrian mobility and safety. PM, ENGINEERS PL�3ESIGN CONSTRUCT GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS 0 - 12 3 GOALS., OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS 3.1 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Tr - �- V K 3.1.1 Attract new business and industry to 3.1.1.2 Update and expand infrastructure for the greater Seward area. commercial and industrial properties that are currently underdeveloped. 3.1.1.1 Develop an active marketing campaign that highlights the diverse resources Encourage development of S eward's Industrial Zone. and quality of life that makes Seward . an attractive place in which to Support railroad expansion plans and extend utilities live and to establish a business or to Alaska Railroad lands. industry. Support and improve the airport. Support efforts of village and regional Alaska Native Improve roads within the industrial zone. ' pp g • Encourage and support downtown revitalization ef- corporations to expand business activities and services. • Encoura e the enhancement of private businesses in forts on vacant and dilapidated buildings. g downtown Seward as the community's traditional ' Support development of modern communications retail core. infrastructure. • Promote seasonal and year-round tourism,including • Continue to support efforts to develop alternative heritage tourism. energy sources. • Promote year-round sporting events,cultural produc- • Improve and expand maritime facilities(see Port and tions conventions and other activities. Harbor Development). • Support Alaska Native cultural events and activities. PDC E N C I N E E 11 PLAN DESIGN CONSTRUCT 2 - 13 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I 3.1.1.3 Enhance Seward's international role in 3.2 LAND USE trade and tourism. • Explore foreign trade zone. • Develop Heritage Tourism and other historic heritage opportunities. err + 4='wc4 t 3.1.1.4 Support private sector business, Al employment, and programs. • Support home businesses. pp If - zrd. � • Support and encourage the growth of business. E - F`r 3.1.1.5 Support public sector employment - and programs. 3.1.1.6 Support existing public institutions in their effort to maintain, expand and 3.2.1 Promote residential and commercial develop. development within the city of • Continue to advocate on behalf of the University of Seward and its vicinity in accordance Alaska in their efforts to enhance research and in- with community values. structional activities in Seward. • Continue to advocate the Department of Corrections 3.2.1.1 Manage land use to facilitate p economic development while and Alaska State Legislature to expand the Spring maintaining the historic, s m a I I town Creek Correctional Center(SCCC). character of Seward. • Continue to advocate for the growth of the Alaska • Use city-owned land and tidelands to encourage feasible Vocational Technical Center(AVTEC). and sound economic development by setting devel- • Continue to support external funding for the Alaska opment standards and performance periods through SeaLlfe Center (ASLC). the leasing process. • Support existing public institutions in their efforts • Update, as needed, the Municipal Lands Manage- to maintain, expand and develop. ment Plan. • Develop infrastructure and utility expansion plans for 3.1.1.7 Encourage and assist in the all undeveloped residential and commercial property development of new public services within city limits. and facilities. • Ensure uniform and consistent enforcement of the • Support the construction of a courthouse/public safety zoning code, building code, subdivision ordinance, building in Seward. and city lease agreements,and evaluate potential code • Encourage additional military facilities that upgrade changes to make enforcement easier. Seward as a Morale Welfare and Recreation(MWR) • Raise public awareness of development requirements destination. in each zoning district. • Continue to explore economic renewable energy Support the on-going dialogue with the Alaska Rail- projects. road Corporation and the State of Alaska regarding the status and disposition of their undeveloped lands. • Develop and adopt open space overlay district. PDC ENGINEER 11 PL�5ESIGCONSTRUCT GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS 0 1 - 14 3.2.1.2 Expand the opportunity for affordable, used in planning,code revisions,purchasing,selling, diverse, year-round housing through and development proposals. appropriate land use regulations. • Support mixed commercial and residential uses in the Seward downtown business district. 3.3 HOUSING Support apartments and other high density residential • development, including seasonal worker housing. f r 3.2.1.3 Establish an attractive highway corridor from Mile 0 to 8. • Coordinate with local residents and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Department to develop a specific � land use plan for the corridor from Resurrection River r {. to Mile 8 and areas adjacent to the city. 3.2.2 Continue to support and improve the 3.3.1 Encourage development of new capacity of the office of Community housing in Seward. Development. 3.3.1.1 Support a range of housing choices 3.2.2.1 Maintain community vision through that meet the needs of people in rigorous implementation and update of various income and age groups. the Comprehensive and Land Use plans. • Develop a comprehensive housing plan to identify • Regularly review,update,and affirm the Comprehen- specific needs,to encourage residential development sive and Land Use plans through public participation within the city, and to provide a reasonable range of in town meetings, outreach t community r p g ow ee gs, ou eac o co u y groups, housing options. and increased public relations. Obtain information from comparative communities • Review and recommend administrative and legisla- throughout the nation concerning their housing pro- tive decisions for consistency with the goals of the cesses includingsubdivision development. p Strategic and Comprehensive plans. • Encourage e the development of seasonal employee ee Update the zoning code in order to implement nt the housing. ComprehensivePlan and bringthezoning map into conformance with the Land Use Plan. 3.3.1.2 Create incentives to provide land for housing development within the City 3.2.2.2 Improve the capability of the office of of Seward. Community Development to develop land use and other maps in Seward. 3.3.1.3 Assess solutions to extend cost- Continue to support and fund in-house Geographic effective utilities to home sites Information System (GIS) capability by coordinat- on land zoned for residential in with other agencies to build on existing borough development. g g g g mapping that shows zoning, subdivisions, existing • Set priorities for utility extension in a manner that uses, natural hazards, and other GIS data. encourages orderly residential development within • Obtain equipment, software and training necessary and outside city limits. to produce custom maps with overlays for presenting • Authorize engineering studies to determine the costs land use information necessary for project exhibits of utility extensions to developable land within the city. PM ENGINEERS PLAN DESIGN ONSTRUCT 26 - 15 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I 0• Study forming Local Improvement Districts(LIDs)to 3.4.2 Expand and maintain existing sidewalks create an equitable method of paying for extensions and the multi-purpose trail system in by developers, buyers, and/or the city. order to provide safe, fully accessible, Encourage energy efficiency. pedestrian pathways throughout the • city. • Develop an improvement plan for safe pedestrian 3.4 TRANSPORTATION and vehicular traffic articulation,including sidewalk extensions and year-round maintenance of pedestrian 3.4.1 Provide safe and efficient vehicular pathways. transportation facilities that meet the Support the construction of sidewalks throughout the needs of the community. community. • Facilitate and develop the public right of way connec- • Connect schools and residential areas through the tion of Benson Drive through to Dora Way. development of safe public rights of way, sidewalks • Complete the development of the existing Hemlock and trails. Avenue right of way east from Afognak through to • Support the construction of a pedestrian and bike the Seward Highway. paths within the community. • Examine and implement the development of a round- about at the Hemlock Avenue and Dimond Boulevard 3.4.3 Improve the usability a b i l i t of the state y intersection. owned airport. • Support enforcement/compliance of legal parking, storage and use of the public right of way. • Encourage the State to: • Improve public transportation between downtown 0 Complete and implement a flood mitigation project and the harbor. to protect the runways from flooding. • Enforce parking consistently in the downtown and 0 Upgrade navigational aids with the latest, Indus- harbor areas. • Examine and implement a range of public parking trial standard technology. solutions in the boat harbor area including: 0 Encourage day cruise and sport fishing charter 3.4.4 Support the return of the Alaska operations to provide offsite private parking for Marine Highway presence in Seward. their patrons. 0 Continue to provide information on parking lo- 3.5 PORT AND HARBOR cations and regulations. DEVELOPMENT • Explore and improve Industrial Zone traffic route. • Support the upgrade of Lowell Point Road. • Pave Oak Street route to Seward Mountain Haven care facility. • Pave Dieckgraeff Road to Dimond Blvd intersection. PM, ENGINEERS Pl�/7DESIGN CONSTRUCT GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS 0 1 - 16 3.5.1 Maintain a thriving port of Seward 3.6 RECREATION through harbor improvements, infrastructure expansion, and implementation of management plans. 3.5.1.1 Encourage the growth and - - development of an efficient, functional boat harbor that meets Sewa rd's commercial and recreational needs. `Ldft • Ensure sound development of private and public har- bor uplands with a plan that addresses the needs of harbor users and visitors by reviewing allowed uses in the harbor zoning district,including public parking and amenities. - � • Continue to add public amenities and improve the look of the harbor area through landscaping, and 3.6.1 Improve, e x and and diversify v e r s i f p y litter control. year-round parks and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. 3.5.1.2 Plan for adequate port infrastructure that will serve the needs of users in the main industrial/Alaska Railroad 3.6.1.1 Improve existing and develop area and at the Seward Marine additional recreational infrastructure. Industrial Center (S M I C). 0 yg Improve playgrounds. p p • Support the Alaska Marine Highway System and • Maintain city campgrounds to include planting of Alaska Railroad to continue intermodal dock im- native trees and shrubs, and ensures protection of provements. the beach habitat. • Continue working with the Alaska Marine Highway • Develop a landscape plan for Waterfront Park that System (AMHS), Alaska Railroad, and cruise ship provides for additional green space. industries to develop convenient and well-publicized • Encourage and continue development of walking and local, state, and national transportation connections bike paths that connect residential areas to schools, from the port areas. parks and retail locations which are safe and as un- • Coordinate with Seward Terminal and the Alaska encumbered by vehicles as possible. Railroad in developing multiple uses of the coal load- Sustain current zoning for city park lands. ing dock. Identify,protect,and preserve scenic and natural areas • Support the SMIC Development Plan to include new for recreational enjoyment. market trends and modern technologies for ship repair Continue to protect and preserve all city parks. and construction, shipping of natural resource prod- • Add additional park restrooms. ucts, boat storage, and other compatible industries, • Address coastal erosion impacting waterfront camp- soliciting support from Alaska Industrial Development ground and bike path. and Export Authority(AIDEA)and the US Economic Development Administration (EDA). • Support breakwater and harbor development that would accommodate large vessels. PM ENGINEERS PLAN DESIGCONSTRUCT 28 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I 1- 17 3.6.1.2 Update the 1993 Parks and Recreation 3.7.1 Support efforts to continuously Master Plan for improving and improve the quality of educational expanding recreational facilities, parks, facilities and services. playgrounds, day-use areas, camping areas, and trails, addressing the 3.7.1.1 Support development of infrastructure following items: pp p and acquisition of land that promotes • Maintain public access to beaches by continuing City educational activities. ownership of tidelands and upland access points. Promote improved telecom capabilities for long dis- • Develop an acquisition strategy to identify and secure tance learning opportunities at the public schools, sufficient and suitable public lands for parks, sports Alaska Vocational Technical Center,Alaska SeaLife fields,greenbelts,open space,trails,trailhead parking Center,and other places of learning in the community. and other public facilities, including easements to Continue to coordinate with the Kenai Peninsula Bor- access these public lands. ough,the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District, • Ensure that Municipal land acquired for or converted and the community to provide limited, safe access to long-term or permanent-park or recreational uses between Seward Elementary and Seward Middle and are officially dedicated as park land. Seward High schools for emergency and bus transport purposes. 3.6.1.3 Develop and promote winter tourism Continue to identify and acquire land,working with by expanding opportunities, creating the Kenai Peninsula Borough to develop the pre-K 12 advertisements, and marketing public school campus fully with adequate playing incentives to visit Seward during winter fields, safe road access,and compatible trail systems. months. • Support visitor studies that eliminate the duplication of counts and provide ear-round visitor counts to 3.7.1.2 Support, strengthen and develop p y diverse educational and research target marketing. programs at various public and non- Support and promote existing back-country activities profit institutions. in cooperation with state and federal park agencies, . Support continued development and dissemination Seward Parks and Recreation and Seward Chamber pp p ' of educational programs and research at the Alaska of Commerce, and plan for future opportunities. SeaLife Center. • Encourage the expansion of cross-country skiing and • Support the expansion of research and public infor- snow machining trails and the development of infra- mation capabilities of the Seward Marine Center, structure for alpine skiing and ice- skating/hockey. p ' p gUniversity of Alaska Fairbanks. • Continue working with the Kenai Peninsula College, 3.7 PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES University of Alaska Anchorage to form a degree-grant- ing branch. • Support the life-long learning needs of community residents variety a var through of formal and informal g Y educational opportunities. • Support the continued home porting of the research L vessel Sikuliaq. � Provide opportunities for integrating arts and culture r pp programs p g support ro rams in developments throughout the - - .i communt - Y Encourage the year use of public schools as g Y _ neighborhood and community centers. v C E N C I N E E 11 PL�gESIG CONSTRUCT 0 GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS • Support the design, funding and construction of a 3.7.1.6 Maintain and actively enforce a new indoor recreation facility. hazardous material disposal program that coordinates with Borough, State, and Federal regulatory agencies. 3.7.1.3 Continue to improve the quality and efficiency of city governmental 3.7.1.7 Encourage the development of cost- services. efficient options for renewable energy • Continue to revise and update the Seward City Code. production in Seward. • Adopt a community impact review process for pro- posed retail developments over 15,000 square feet. 3.7.1.8 Support and develop opportunities for individual and community health improvement. 3.7.1.4 Continue to upgrade and expand utilities to meet existing needs and 3.8 NATURAL HAZARDS encourage future development. • Evaluate and implement ways to equitably extend +. utilities to areas that are priorities for residential de- tiAi 7'e°tr velopment(see Housing). �;s • Continue to conduct rate studies on utilities as needed. • Support efficient economic alternative sources of energy and feeding into the power grid. :r f F • Expand customer base within the Seward Electric .:.. Utility area as a means to reduce energy costs and improve services. r 5 3.7.1.5 Plan to relocate and rebuild selected -cityfacilities to improve compatibility - p p Y .� with land uses and increase cost- effectiveness of services. Relocate the city shop to a more appropriate area. 3.8.1 Promote community safety from . ' y p natural disasters through mitigation • Support the design and construction of a recreation measures and preparedness training. facility. • Relocate the animal shelter facility to a more appro- 3.8.1.1 Develop an open spaces overlay priate area. district. • Study the feasibility of a new city hall facility that consolidates city offices,separating out the state court- 3.8.1.2 Protect citizens from natural hazards house and other state,borough and federal offices. by using appropriate land use policies • Support expansion and modernization of health care and regulations. facilities. 3.8.1.3 Create sound public uses of potentially hazardous lands. • Continue to identify areas sub j ect to natural haz- ards with appropriate state and federal agencies and understand the nature of these hazards particularly earthquakes and tsunamis,flooding,avalanches and landslides, and saturated soils. PM ENGINEERS PLAN DESIGCONSTRUCT 30 I- 19 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update, Volume I • Use potentially hazardous public lands for low risk 3.9 QUALITY OF LIFE uses such as open space, wildlife and bird habitat protection, and recreation activities. 3.8.1.4 Mitigate flood hazards. • Secure funding to implement a comprehensive flood _a mitigation plan for Resurrection River and Japanese Creek. I Liu • Maintain the Fourth of July Creek dike system and ^' d keep channel clear of debris. • Continue support of the Bear Creek/Seward Flood _ a r - Service Area in planning,developing and implement- ing flood mitigation measures in adjacent areas that r - r= impact the safety and functioning of the city. • Continue planning with USAGE and Federal Delegation for replacement of the Lowell Creek diversion tunnel. 3.8.1.5 Control development on lands subject to risks from seismic activity, floods, steep slopes prone to erosion, avalanches, landslides, and saturated soils. • Support building codes and practices that allow safe utilization of potentially hazardous lands and conform 3.9.1 Enhance the "sense of community" to state and federal regulations. including its economic and historic Investigate land trades and other mechanisms for significance among residents of t h e acquisition of potentially hazardous lands. greater Seward area. • Advocate building standards and planning in areas 3.9.1.1 Maintain Seward's small town, family- outside the city working with the Bear Creek/Seward oriented character throughout t h e Flood Service Area to avoid inappropriate development. growth process. • Secure funding to continually and adequately clear • Encourage citizen participation in local organizations river channels of gravel and debris. and task forces. • Develop and implement a beach restoration program. • Support community engagement programs that promote positive adult-youth relationships and cross genera- 3.8.2 Plan and prepare for disasters. tional activities that enhance health and well-being. • Continue to participate in the National Flood Insur- • Encourage community appreciation of local history ance .Pro ram and support the continuation of traditions such as the g Mount Marathon Race and other historical events. • Coordinate with the Kenai Peninsula Borough to an- nually review and update all disaster emergency plans. • Coordinate community wide disaster preparedness training and public education efforts. • Strengthen the capacity of Seward Mountain Haven commons to serve as an alternate emergency operation center in the event of a declared disaster. PM, ENGINEERS PLA3 1DESIGN CONSTRUCT GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTION ITEMS 0 1 -20 3.9.1.2 Encourage the recognition, Support creation of a sustainable, comprehensive rehabilitation and preservation recycling program. of prehistoric and historic sites, Support the Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Re- transportation routes, cycling clin (ALPAR). buildings, objects and artifacts. y g • Support Parks and Recreation Volunteer Community • Support the Seward Historic Preservation Commission's Clean Ups. (SHPQ efforts to raise public awareness regarding the Support Christmas Tree Recycling for wood chips. inventory of local historic properties;as well as those Evaluate citywide curbside pickup of recyclables. properties listed on local,state and national registers; Support community gardens. and benefits of placing properties on these registers. • Evaluate incentives, procedures, and regulations to encourage continued identification,inventory,acqui- 3.9.2.2 Preserve and protect the scenic views sition,preservation, and restoration of buildings and of the mountains and Resurrection Bay. sites. Seek ways to minimize development impacts on the • Develop with SHPC appropriate information,guide- slopes of Bear Mountain,Mt.Marathon,Mt.Benson, lines and incentives for owners to incorporate historic and the Mt. Alice bench utilizing watershed protec- preservation using the Secretary of Interior's Stan- tion measures. dards for Historic Preservation or locally determined Ensure zoning that maximizes park purposes along standards. the waterfront and waterway buffer areas, in partic- • Add a voluntary historic resources survey as part ular dedicating Waterfront Park for open space in of the application for city building and conditional perpetuity. use permits. Promote ways to increase public awareness of historic • Encourage planning and adaptive use of historic prop- significance along Waterfront Park. erties to promote residential, cultural, commercial, and heritage tourism purposes: . • Clarifyroles of SHPC Planningand Zoning Com- 3.9.2.3 Preserve the quiet of residential � g neighborhoods. mission,and the City of Seward in regulating historic preservation and integrating it into the planning process. Support the ordinance on quiet hours. • Encourage preservation of historic landscaping,sup- Promote soundproofing of generators,air quality con- port the Seward Historic Preservation Commission's trol units, and other sources of noise in commercial Historic Plant and Tree Register. or institutional zones adjacent to residential zones. 3.9.2 Improve the appearance of and reduce unnecessary noise in the entire community. 3.9.2.1 Encourage citizens, as well as the city, to take an active role in beautifying the community. • Encourage the landscaping of developed property. • Increase recycling efforts to reduce litter and impact on landfill. • Evaluate measures to control improper signage and community "eyesores." • Support and encourage solid waste management"3R's Reduce, Reuse, Recycle". 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HL- ADAIN T sm Tc WASHINGTONS ®D� �.p1P Official City of Seward Zoning Map Seward Zoning Map Legend This is to certify that this is the official Seward zoning map referred to in City Limits Sec.15.01.030.of Title 15 of the The graphics on this map were produced from the best Adopted by the Kenai Peninsula Borough as part Rural Residential Seward City Code.This zoning map a,-ailebte sources.The City of Seward assumes uo of the Borough Comprehensive Plan.(Ord.85-77) replaces all previous official zoning Single Family Residential responsibility for any omissions,mace nacre,or other Now.5,1985,amended(Ord.88-10)Mav 3,]988. maps and is intended to incorporate -4dopted b the Ci t Se yard Ord.626 Nov.6, and contain all revisions as enacted rnis that may exist.On 625/2015 the Zone sboundariesy ty o S Two Family Residential by ordinances as of this date. eupdated to match the current parcel information. 1989.rffiern,e Jan.2,1990. 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