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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2024-058 2025 Legislative Priorities1 Sponsored by: Sorensen CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2024-058 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ADOPTING THE 2025 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AND CONGRESSIONALLY DESIGNATED SPENDING LIST WHEREAS, each year City administration compiles a list of legislative priorities and creates the Congressionally Designated Spending List; and WHEREAS, the 2025 Legislative Priorities outlines the City's key projects, needs, and areas of focus for lobbying efforts; and WHEREAS, the list is used as a guide for both our state and federal lobbyists to promote awareness of the City' s priority needs and solicit funding; and WHEREAS, all projects on the 2025 Legislative Priorities are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: Section 1. The Seward City Council hereby adopts the following 2025 Legislative Priorities. • Continued Full Funding for the Construction and Maintenance of the United States Army Corp of Engineers Lowell Tunnel Outfall Diversion Structure* • Expansion of Water/Sewer and Access Infrastructure Which Will Increase Construction of New Residential Development throughout City Limits* • Seward Marine Industrial Center Infrastructure • Replacement of Old Piping with New Ductile Iron Piping throughout Seward • Float Extension Project in the Harbor for Z Float • Full Funding and Ongoing Maintenance for the Seward Airport Operated by the State of Alaska • Funding for the Construction of a New Public Works Facility* • Funding for the Construction of a New Harbormaster Office • Funding for the Construction of a New Fire Station* • Funding for the Construction of a New Police Station • Sidewalk Replacement and Refurbishment throughout the City of Seward *Selected as a key priority for the Congressionally Designated Spending List Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2024-058 Page 2 of 2 PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 28th day of October 2024. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Sue McClure, Mayor AYES: Warner, Wells, Finch, Crites, Osenga, McClure NOES: None ABSENT: Barnwell ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Kris Peck City Clerk (City Seal) %,i1u...... .•``of SEIj ",, �9,Q e -•- • SEAL ) • :::. • . �~ i r1 • .,''o1' & OF Alp..•`. J J 1 City Council Agenda Statement Meeting Date: October 28, 2024 To: City Council Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager Subject: Resolution 2024-058: Adopting the City of Seward 2025 Legislative Priorities and Congressionally Designated Spending List Background and justification: Each year the City of Seward compiles a list of projects and relevant issues which are key legislative priorities. The City Manager provides this list as a piece of legislation to the City Council to approve those key priorities for which the City would benefit from obtaining funding and legislative support. In 2025 the legislative priorities list continues to be of primary importance, given the ongoing likelihood of expansive federal infrastructure fund availability. The comprehensive list is used to effectively interact with the City's legislators and lobbyists. Having the 2025 Legislative Priorities list available prior to the beginning of the state legislative session in January is valuable to engage in a meaningful manner with legislators early in the process. The 2025 Legislative Priorities will also be used to generate the booklet which will be provided to various entities during visits to Juneau and Washington, DC. Administration recommends inclusion of the following projects for the 2025 Legislative Priorities: • Continued Full Funding for the Construction and Maintenance of the United States Army Corp of Engineers Lowell Tunnel Outfall Diversion Structure • Expansion of Water/Sewer and Access Infrastructure Which Will Increase Construction of New Residential Development throughout City Limits • Seward Marine Industrial Center Infrastructure • Replacement of Old Piping with New Ductile Iron Piping throughout Seward • Funding for the Construction of a New Public Works Facility • Float Extension Project in the Harbor for Z Float • Full Funding and Ongoing Maintenance for the Seward Airport Operated by the State of Alaska • Funding for the Construction of a New Harbormaster Office • Funding for the Construction of a New Fire Station • Funding for the Construction of a New Police Station • Sidewalk Replacement and Refurbishment throughout the City of Seward PACAB reviewed the 2024 Legislative Priorities to make recommendations for the 2025 Legislative Priorities during a work session on August 18, 2024 and administrative recommendations were discussed. PACAB's general sentiments were to make sure that this is City Council Agenda Statement looking forward towards the future (vs being reactive), prioritizing needed infrastructure, and addressing the energy needs (costs) of the city. There was also the sentiment that less is more and having the document focused on the near priorities. In addition to the 2025 Legislative Priorities, Administration requests direction from City Council on the 2025 Congressionally Designated Spending ("Earmarks") list. We have been advised by our Federal Lobbyist to select three to five key priority projects for this purpose. Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information This legislation is consistent with (citation listed): Comprehensive Plan: This list affects all aspects of the Comprehensive Plan and Strategic Plan Strategic Plan: Other: Certification of Funds Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0 This legislation (✓): Creates revenue in the amount of: Creates expenditure in amount of: Creates a savings in the amount of: Has no fiscal impact x Funds are (✓): Budgeted Line item(s): Not budgeted Not applicable x $ $ $ Mr Fund Balance Information Affected Fund (✓): General Boat Harbor Motor Pool SMIC Parking Other Electric Water Fund Balance/Net position — restricted $ Wastewater Healthcare Note: amounts are unaudited Fund Balance/Net position — unrestricted/unassigned $ Available Unrestricted Cash Balance: $ Finance Director Signature: 41— 9"zo.&& City Council Agenda Statement x Yes Attorney Signature: Not applicable Comments: Administration Recommendation x Adopt Resolution Other: - LEI n!R. ALASKA 2024 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES CITY OF SEWARD, AK L. 111,-. • 0-L1 --+Pilimmor. • To • . ••ride MEV ...:pin, L = L I- ZiallitiWkILL.4t.dt„ r-t--6. — -4gEd ill TABLE OF CONTENTS LOWELL TUNNEL OUTFALL — $185MFunded os PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY — $22,000,000 INFRASTRUCTURE EXPANSION — $4,700,000 (07) SEWARD COMMUNITY JAIL — Full Funding FIRE STATION — $25,000,000Peer 10 POLICE STATION — $15,000,000 11 SMIC INFRASTRUCTURE — $3,685,000 12 SEWARD BOAT HARBOR Z-FLOAT — $8,000,000 — 14 SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS — $2,500,000 (15) HEAT LOOP — $3,850,000 16 SEWARD HARBORMASTER'S OFFICE — (17) WASTEWATER FACILITY — $33,000,000 AREA MAPS 19 • 10,000,000 LOCATED AT THE NORTHERN TIP OF RESURRECTION BAY, SEWARD HAS LONG BEEN AN IMPORTANT DESTINATION. In the Alutiiq language, Seward is known as Qutekcak, meaning 'big beach', and served the Alutiiq, Sugpiaq, and other Alaska Native peoples as a meeting area. A deep -water, ice -free port with rail, highway, and air transportation, Seward is easily accessible from Alaska's major hubs and the Lower 48. The wild and stunning natural landscapes attract adventurers from around the world to enjoy the beautiful vistas, hike the stunning trails, experience the diverse wildlife, paddle and fish the rich waters, and explore our historic community. Today, Seward is home to a vibrant community with a deep appreciation for the natural environment and local history and culture, with hundreds of thriving small businesses, robust maritime and tourism industries, as well as valuable educational and research opportunities. We welcome you to join us in Seward and learn why we say Alaska Starts Here. Incorporated in 1912, Seward, Alaska is a home -rule city in the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Seward has a population of 2,600, with approximately 3,000 additional people residing in surrounding communities just outside of city boundaries. 2 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Welcome to Seward, Alaska BOROUGH GOVERNMENT Seward is located within the Kenai Peninsula Borough - incorporated in 1964 as a second-class borough. An elected Borough Mayor serves as the chief administrator who works with an elected 9-member legislative assembly, on which Seward has one seat. The Borough is responsible for area -wide education, solid -waste management, planning and zoning, taxation and assessment. Local service area boards provide hospital, fire, and emergency services. LOCAL GOVERNMENT Seward is a city manager form of government, governed by a Mayor and City Council who are elected by the people of the City. The City Manager is appointed by the elected 7-person City Council, along with a City Attorney and City Clerk. The Mayor and City Council act together as the Governing Body. The Governing Body, being the elected representative of the people, adopts all ordinances and resolutions and determines the general goals and policies of the city. TAXATION The city, along with the state of Alaska has no personal income tax. Real/ personal property tax within the city is at a low 3.84 mils. The real/personal property tax outside the city but within the borough is at 4.5 mils with an additional .5 mils for the Seward/ Bear Creek Area Flood Service Board. The sales tax for Seward is 4%. The sales tax for the Borough is 3%. Seward also has a 4% bed tax. About Our Government 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 3 Employing around 90 year-round employees, the City of Seward provides and supports a wide range of services including a 24-hr police department, fire department, library, hospital, youth center, boat harbor, community development, building and engineering, public works, parks and recreation, water/wastewater and electric utilities. CITY MANAGER Kat Sorensen, City Manager ksorensen@cityofseward.net Office: 907-224-4012 Cell: 907-362-1020 Jason Bickling, Assistant City Manager jbickling@cityofseward.net Office: 907-224-4066 Cell: 907-491-0803 410 Adams St. PO Box 167 Seward, AK 99664 2024 GOVERNING BODY Sue McClure, Mayor Term expires October 2025 John Osenga, Vice Mayor Term expires October 2024 Mike Calhoon Term expires October 2024 Randy Wells Term expires October 2025 Kevin Finch Term expires October 2025 Bob Barnwell Term expires October 2026 Julie Crites Term expires October 2026 4 2024 Legislative Priorities Report About Our Government CONTINUED FULL FUNDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORP OF ENGINEERS LOWELL TUNNEL OUTFALL DIVERSION STRUCTURE. (FEDERAL) JANUARY 2022: CONSTRUCTION FULLY FUNDED THROUGH THE INFRASTRUCTURE AND JOBS ACT WITH $185 MILLION. The district aims to construct a new flood diversion system for Lowell Creek in Seward, Alaska. Upgrades include a new 18-foot diameter tunnel and diversion dam upstream from the current; refurbishment to the current existing tunnel; extension of the outfall by 150 feet to carry creek flow and debris over Lowell Point Road; and a canopy to protect the tunnel inlet from landslides. The plan also calls for the removal of trees that could block the tunnel if swept up in a flood event. lb Now that this project is funded, USAGE is in the process of engineering and designing the new tunnel. IN Lowell Tunnel Outfall Diversion Project 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 5 FUNDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY AT A MORE APPROPRIATE SITE. THIS MOVE WILL FREE UP SIGNIFICANT LAND FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON THE CURRENT PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY SITE. (STATE & FEDERAL) The Seward Public Works Facility was built in 1965 after the '64 earthquake. Relocating this facility from downtown has been a desire of this community for over 40 years. The relocation of the facility to a more commercial area with adequate acreage for a new equipment warm storage building, a maintenance repair shop, and other public works function are needed. The current building is worn out and doesn't fit well in the more residential use district. It is too small, very inefficient, and critically inadequate fortoday's operations and staff. A site has been selected and the engineering and design process will be completed in March of 2024. This project is high on the City's priority list for funding. Completing this project ASAP will also free up 32 small downtown residential lots to the public and will greatly help with the housing shortage in Seward. Estimated cost is $22, 000, 000. Conceptual example of new Public Works Department facility. SEWARD PUBLIC WORKS Responsible for operations of the Water and Wastewater utilities, the Street Department, the City Shop, and limited Municipal Building maintenance. It is our mission to provide the City of Seward residents with prompt service and maintenance in a cost effective manner. The majority of our work consists of maintenance, repairs, and improvements of the City's streets, utilities, and equipment. SERVICES • Maintaining approximately 31 miles of paved and unpaved roads. • Maintenance of 28+ miles of both water distribution and wastewater collection main lines. • Maintaining the City's vehicle fleet. • Providing snow removal and sanding for safe roads in the winter. 6 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Public Works Facility EXPANSION OF WATER/SEWER AND ACCESS INFRASTRUCTURE WHICH WILL INCREASE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGHOUT CITY LIMITS. (STATE AND FEDERAL) There are two strategic areas that have been identified for utility expansion that would open the door to residential development. Afognak / Forest Acres is an area on the northwest portion of town that has over 25 residential lots There are 150 acres of private and public land to the north of the Seward Marine Industrial Complex that can be opened up for development with the expansion of sewer lines. Afognak Acres • Water, sewer, electric: $2,511,000 • Roadway: $958,000 SMIC • Sewer: $1,090,000 • Lift Station: $100,000 Residential housing has been an ongoing issue in Seward and this project will add lots for immediate construction of much needed housing. FULL FUNDING OF THE ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS IN ORDER TO RETURN TO 100% FUNDING OF THE OPERATIONAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH OPERATING THE SEWARD COMMUNITY JAIL. In 2013, the City of Seward entered into a 5-year contract with the State of Alaska to run the community jail in Seward. The amount of the contract at that time was $655,470.00 with the guarantee of an inflation adjustment annually not to exceed 2%. In 2015, the state amended the contract on the basis of budget cuts and voided the CPI increase language. The value of the contract dropped to $368,952.00 where it remained until FY2023, when it was increased to $564,810. This is an improvement, but the jail is still operating at a deficit. The state has never addressed employee wage changes, increases to benefit package costs, or increases in the costs of operation (CPI) from the original 2013 contract cost. The Seward Jail is currently shut down due to lack of staffing. While it remains closed, adult males are being housed at the Spring Creek Correctional Facility while females and juveniles are being transported to Wildwood in Kenai. A major contributor to the lack of staff is that the City of Seward is competing with the DOC for employees at the Spring Creek Correctional Facility, who, for the same work have a higher pay base, have the opportunity for double pay on overtime, and signing bonuses. Collectively, the community jail Chiefs of Police are working along with their respective City Managers, Mayors and Councils, and AML/JIA to discuss our collective issues and find solutions so these jails can stay in operation. Water & Sewer Infrastructure and Seward Community Jail 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 7 REPLACEMENT OF OLD PIPING WITH NEW DUCTILE IRON PIPING THROUGHOUT SEWARD. (STATE & FEDERAL) The City of Seward needs funding to replace existing galvanized and transite (AC — asbestos -cement) water mains. These problem mains are nearly 60 years old and well past their lifespan. The new ductile iron mains will replace and thus prevent the inevitable collapse and failure of the old water mains. With available funding we will replace up to 1000 feet per year to keep safe drinking water for the community. Estimated cost is $4, 000, 000. 8 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Ductile Pipe - Water Department CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY(IES) INCLUDING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENT (STATE & FEDERAL) Most of the City of Seward's Public Facilities were built following the 1964 Earthquake, including City Hall where the Police Department is currently housed. The current Seward Fire Department is one of the buildings that was constructed before, in 1963. Both facilities are roughly 60 years old. Since that time the population has grown significantly, as have the numbers of required personnel, numbers and size of equipment, the technology required to do the job effectively, the number of calls, and safety standards. MIEN ‘11 In January 2023, the City of Seward requested R&M Consultants to develop a Public Safety Building Needs Assessment, Site Selection, and Conceptual Design for new facilities to accommodate the Police Department, Jail, Department of Motor Vehicles, and Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services, and Building Department. R&M Consultants teamed with KPB Architects and Integrus Architecture for architectural and public safety design expertise. The assessment included a review of the existing facilities for all departments, understanding the existing space limitations, and developing a list of space requirements for future facilities. Projecting out 20 years based on the City's expected growth, the fire and police departments will need new facilities to adequately and safely serve the City of Seward's needs. Public Safety Facilities 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 9 FIRE DEPARTMENT The study determined that the current Fire Department facilities are one- third of the size that is required and do not meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) safety standards. The existing facilities are 9,432 square feet. Their current need is 25,979 square feet and the need for the future (20 years from now) is 27,869 square feet. Many deficiencies were found that are health and safety risks to the staff and volunteers and inhibit the ability to provide emergency services effectively. Current Fire Department building. • The apparatus bays and gear rooms do not meet NFPA guidelines • The bays do not fit all fire vehicles appropriately. When in the bay, there is no room to maneuver or work on vehicles and the ladder truck is stored off site. • There is inadequate ventilation, HVAC, and electrical, and known asbestos • There is no ADA access to the building and no lobby • There are no spaces to house or train staff and volunteers. The bunkroom doesn't meet current building codes and is too small. Funding is needed to provide the design/engineering and construction. More precise costs will be determined soon but we know that similar facilities cost $25, 000, 000. ■■■MEN M■ MEMO 61E■■t' ■■Fide■rlit 1.' i�e*I.1I1EIi' 11!III! .1i11 ir I .MEIIC ,IM-l■ j 1■E 1 Ketchikan Fire Deportment building. 10 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Public Safety Facilities POLICE DEPARTMENT he Seward Police Department currently inhabits a very small office within the City Hall facility that has been identified as severely undersized. In addition to police services, the Seward Police Department also houses the area dispatch center, DMV, and jail. The existing facilities are 4,964 square feet. Their current need is 19,649 square feet and the need for the future is 19,865 square feet. The facility itself lacks the space and infrastructure to meet modern policing standards for internal and external operations, and to provide safety of staff and the public and housed offenders. Its public -facing services within the building are very limited and not welcoming as well as not providing current accessibility standards for visitors or staff. Funding is needed to provide the design/engineering and construction. More precise costs are coming soon but we know that similar facilities cost $15, 000, 000. Issues include but are not limited to: • Building past useful life: Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Issues as well as known asbestos building materials. • Lack of ADA Accessibility. • In general, almost every space does not meet requirements for proper and safe storage of materials. • Security is highly deficient in the existing facility. There is no separation of public and police staff zones. There is no control over the public accessing private office space upon entry, and if the admin personnel need to step away for a moment, the public can access the "secure zone" without permission. • The Police Chiefs office space is too small and does not provide meeting space within the office. • Patrol is currently sized for 1-2 officers, but up to 4 officers may use the office at one time. Room for files, and equipment storage is inadequate or does not exist. • Locker rooms and staff training areas are nonexistent or inadequate. • Evidence receiving, processing and storage does not have a secure transfer process. • Storage is inadequate and not designed to current police standards. • Funding is needed to provide the design/ engineering and construction Public Safety Facilities 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 11 SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER INFRASTRUCTURE The Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) has seen a significant increase in demand over the last few years since the grand reopening and with the resident lease taken over by JAG Industrial and Marine Services. Every fall the boat yard is completely full with many additional requests for space and amenities that aren't currently available. The US Coast Guard Fast Response Cutter and support will be located there starting in 2026. To allow the industry to continue to grow and flourish, there are a number of infrastructure upgrades needed. 20 ACRE LAND EXPANSION (I): There is approximately 20 undeveloped acres to the north of the current boat yard and syncrolift area (boundary bounded by Olga, Sorrel, Delphin, and Jellison). The city already has had a number of requests for use of that land for leases for marine work by companies both currently operating and new businesses interested in operating out of SMIC. Costs: Brush, fill, top, and grade: $500,000 500 Foot Road Extensions of MustangAve and Morris Ave. with Pipe Culverts to Support 330-ton travel lift: $225,000 SHIP YARD: FILL AND REGRADE (2): The main boat yard area (approximately 20 acres) needs to be slightly lifted and regraded for drainage during the rainy season and break up so that the boat moving and repair business can continue with minimal disruption: Costs: • Regrading: $100,000 LINE EXTENSIONS AND POWER PEDESTALS IN MAIN SHIP YARD (3): There is an increasing demand for power in more areas of the yard. This would fund line extensions and 20 additional power pedestals in main yard which would allow more work to be done concurrently. Costs: Pedestals (20 x $8,000ea): $160,000 Line Installation: $150,000 12 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Seward Marine Industrial Center Infrastructure WATER SERVICE AND FIRE HYDRANTS (4): With the boat yard expansion and growth, the need for water extensions and fire hydrants has increased. Costs: Water Line (6900LFx $225/ LF): $1,500,000 Fire Hydrants (15 x $5000ea): $150, 000 PUBLIC RESTROOMS (5): There is only one, small public restroom located at SMIC which covers over 90 acres and provides space for over a hundred large vessels. An additional, large public restroom with shower facilities is needed to service the area for current use and continued growth. Costs: Lift Station Cost and Install:: $100,000 • Extension Lines : $100,000 Building and Facilities: $350,000 SECURITY (6): With the increasing boat work going on and the presence of equipment and tools, the area needs security upgrades to help keep theft down and business moving without delays. Costs: • Fencing: $250,000 • Security Camera System (20 Cameras and installation on light poles): $100, 000 Seward Marine Industrial Center Infrastructure 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 13 FLOAT EXTENSION PROJECT IN THE HARBOR FOR Z FLOAT. (STATE & FEDERAL) There is currently an extensive waitlist for vessels in the Seward Harbor. The waitlist is a barrier for businesses and economic growth with charter vessels, tugs, barges, personal vessels, and commercial transient vessels not having the places they need to operate. The current waitlist has existed for over 10 years, when this was initially placed on the Capital Improvements List. There has been movement on this list but the overall list (of over 200) has not changed signcantly with the oldest request currently still waiting since 2014. Estimated cost is $8,000,000. 191.1•MerM FM ,911.919 FINAL 4RAfT JUNE ]1i Established in 1964, Seward's boat harbor welcomes a variety of vessels including"tbe,' local fishing fleet, charting fishing boats, tour boats, and the US Coast Guard Cutter Mustang. ram} r =e l . ..iyp..� �'..'.. 14 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Seward Harbor Z-Float Expansion SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AND REFURBISHMENT THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF SEWARD. (STATE & FEDERAL) Pedestrian Safety is a high priority in Seward as our visitors increase and our sidewalks continue to deteriorate. We have multiple sidewalks needing attention throughout Seward. Securing grant and ADA funds for sidewalk replacement and refurbishment allows us to address ADA access issues for ramps, parking, and dangerous large cracks and broken concrete areas with high pedestrian traffic. Estimated cost is $2,500,000. Sidewalk Repair &Replacement 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 15 COMPLETION OF THE HEAT LOOP PROJECT (STATE & FEDERAL) This innovative Tidal Source Heat Pump project will provide more than 90% of the annual space and domestic hot water heating for four existing City buildings (Library, City Hall, Annex, and Fire Hall); the remaining supplemental heating will be provided by existing oil and electric boilers during extreme cold events. The project will provide approximately 80% of the space cooling for the library; the remaining 20% of cooling will remain natural cooling via existing operable windows. The project will reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions brought on by fossil fuel dependence. There is currently no natural gas supply or distribution system, and the community is solely reliant on the purchase of heating oil from a single supplier in Seward (Shoreside Petroleum). With prices regularly over $5.00 per gallon for heating oil in Seward, this project will deliver heat to City buildings for a significantly lower cost. Geothermal heat pump systems are still relatively new to cold climates like Alaska, but they have a great deal of potential, especially in district heating situations. A successful demonstration project will help prove out that the technology is viable in cold climates. It will also support workforce development, which will help to sustainably expand the technology in Alaska. RFA1 FROM 1F40FIGI IC PIOT 4YUER PI = TrIO I 1ZAT E75GYWGlR TIEM [INJECTED MO RLilI1h1 OF EXLVINIx OIL MIER TYPicAL FOR EApl 7 R, Fine 414. 1 5' DIA INSULATE 0 PEx SUPPLY & RF TURN 1LAI15151 TO C}Jr RV ter DR' IHl HEAT FROM CITY `ALL TO FIRE. I{ALL CITY FL•.LL • = iM1 L1} 11 MY.... P.. JIMA IfO PE' OUF'R'r I RETURN. MAAM4 TO CAA FLY HYDRCHIC HEAT FROM LIEMPRY TO O.TY NULL E. !kir F E1I Raw • .�yA,A IN ti CITY ANNEX 15119 L4 _� 1T G"Ut I1ISEILATEO B4RF'LY i RETURN IMES DCLNER I40T MAAkTER FROM LIBRARY TO ANNEX 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 4" Et IIa5U1J 1t4 HOPE BLJ 1' Yi RETURN 1U.AIl9 T) CARRY 4:151:GLMo HFAT 10 I]WRYriJ'r9EULN1 The project is being managed by Seward Heat Loop Coalition consisting of the City of Seward, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) Ad hoc Committee, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) and Your Clean Energy, LLC (YCE). Currently, Phase 1 of the project has received $314,890 in funding that will allow further design and engineering. An additional $3,850,00 is still needed to fully fund Phase 2 (Construction) of this project. Estimated cost: $3,850,000. ORAWNQ G.1 DESIGN CONCEPT PLAN ENSTTUCT HEAT LOQP PROJECT CITY OF 9EWAfl1 . ALAi.HA CONCEPT DESIGN 431' AMR PANER PE xCMIRCLEMENERGY LC NIO1,211414 NOTE A uGNYEKT OF BURIED WING MAV BE WORLD IN lIN AL MSG/4 OR CONSTRUCTKIN ROSE TO RF.OLIC£ COST AND.+ 4 {11LI Pi CONFLICTS TEES FOq collINEGT16N "IDFUTURE GLIWPGI JNO SH %UE7! FAGILIYY LpQP PUMP WTII UT 0 OWE GRCIWD 9OuRCC FLU\ TO $OUfMGE SIDE OF'EACH HEAT PUMP TRNI-CM}ItALCAMNI€AT PUMPS LOAD EIDE L07P P{AIPI 1 }¢ CAL IIUFFEA TALL •' w l•marl cli NExscRC.eyaFlab Mu MUEILE U-110L i' IgPE Utak1 IGLL 1:2RaLINU ROPE TO 20O PT DEPTH IN WATER $ATURATEB H L Afa1A4 GRA:44. Awxvwr .- •rxauAx4 HESUR)EGlCON HAY 415CAT14Ll dK a LwCH MAMETER 71 S O FT GEED PEHFGRAIED PVC GROPE' WATER 6111j11 TORI4 WEL. /1/i ce- �AIP'IF ci I_ 4 —us Heat Loop CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW HARBORMASTER'S OFFICE. (STATE & FEDERAL) Narrative: The Seward Harbormaster's Office was originally constructed in 1968 as part of the 1965 Harbor reconstruction project in the aftermath of the 1964 earthquake. The Seward Boat Harbor has grown significantly since that time with multiple expansions. The building has had a couple of remodels and major repairs but is far past its useful life span and has many challenges including a lack of space for personnel and equipment, the inability to see the harbor from the building, and the lack of nearby parking for people who want to do harbor business. The Port and Commerce Advisory Board, within the Seward Boat Harbor Master Plan, has recommended that the facility be moved to the South Harbor Uplands where there is space for a larger footprint. This location would also allow for a direct view of the harbor itself, the entrance to the harbor, and Resurrection Bay. Estimated cost: $10, 000, 000. Seward Harbormaster's Office 2024 Legislative Priorities Report 17 CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY. (STATE & FEDERAL) A new wastewater treatment plant would eliminate the current sewage lagoon. The lagoon is located 2 miles away from Seward at Lowell Point in an area accessed via a mountainside road with yearly avalanches, rockslides, and, recently, a massive landslide that closed the road access for 6 weeks. This new facility would significantly upgrade the treatment quality of Seward wastewater. The plant would include both primary and secondary processes to dispose of solids and disinfect effluents. Odor control systems would also be put in place. The facility would have a significantly smaller footprint than a lagoon. Estimated cost is $33, 000, 000. 18 2024 Legislative Priorities Report Wastewater Treatment Facility CITY OF SEWARD (GREATER SEWARD AREA) Greater Seward Area 2024 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (Greater Seward Area) 19 20 2024 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (Northwest) City of Seward, AK • • •#: CITY OF SEWARD MAP (NORTHEAST) City of Seward, AK 2024 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (Northeast) 21 1 22 2024 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (South) City of Seward, AK City of Seward, AK 2024 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (SMICArea) 23 • e - ' 4- City of Seward © 2024 City of Seward, AK I P.O. Box 167 410 Adams Street City Hall Building Seward, AK 99664 I (907) 224 3331 www.cityofseward.us The City of Seward would like to acknowledge the Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB for their invaluable partnership in economic development and destination marketing and management. Their work is supported by the thousands of annual visitors to Seward through a portion of the 4% bed tax collected by Seward's esteemed lodging providers, as voted by the citizens of Seward in the 1995 general October election via Initiative Ord. 95- 001z, which took effect in November 1995, and was implemented January of 1996. Branding, design, and photography elements for the 2024 City of Seward Legislative Priorities Report have been provided by the Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB, as it continues to strive to fulfill its mission to keep Seward the best place in the world to live, work and play. CHAMBER Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB PO Box 749 I 2001 Seward Highway Seward, AK 99664 I (907) 224-8051 www.seward.com 3