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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-076
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE A 50-
TON MARINE TRAVELIFT FOR THE HARBOR DEPARTMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $619,500 PLUS A 10% CONTINGENCY
WHEREAS, the City of Seward purchased its existing 50-ton Marine Travelift in 2005 for
$230,000 and was budgeted for replacement in 2025; and
WHEREAS, the 50-ton Marine Travelift plays a vital role at the Seward Harbor and
throughout Southcentral Alaska, it attracts businesses to the area, and several local businesses
utilize the reliable service as a key component in their business model; and
WHEREAS, during a routine inspection it was noted our steering linkage showed signs of
wear, the blocks while hoisting/lowering are moving at different rates and numerous electrical
disturbances are affecting the smooth and safe operation of the machine; and
WHEREAS, the Harbor contributes to and will utilize the Motor Pool Fund to replace the
50-ton Marine Travelift.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to purchase a 50-ton
Marine Travelift from Kendrick Equipment, in the amount of $619,500 plus 10% contingency
including freight, assembly, and on location testing
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $619,500 is hereby transferred and appropriated from
the Motor Pool Reserves Account 03000-0000-3400 to the 03000-2004-8103 Capital Equipment
Expense.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 11`h
day of August 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Sue McClure, Mayor
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-076
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AYES: Osenga, Warner, Wells, Barnwell, Finch, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: Crites
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Tony Sieminski, Harbormaster
Subject: Resolution 2025-076, Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase a 50-Ton
Marine Travelift for the Harbor Department in the Amount of $619,500
Plus a 10% Contingency
Background and justification:
The Harbor Department purchased the existing 50-ton Marine Travelift in 2005 for $230,000.
Administration believes that the current lift should be replaced before the useful life has been
exhausted and has a healthy trade-in value that can be applied towards the purchase price of a
new machine to be in the best interest of the city.
We recognize the vital role a 50-ton Marine Travelift plays for our commercial vessels and
recreational boaters not only within our community but throughout Southcentral Alaska. This
not only attracts business to the area but our reliable service is valuable to several local
businesses that operate within the area.
During a routine inspection it was noted our steering linkage showed signs of wear and has
excessive play. Other issues include the blocks while hoisting/lowering a vessel the blocks are
moving at different rates and causing the vessel being lifted to twist. Small electrical
disturbances have become more frequent in the last several years. We acknowledge the benefit
in upgrading to a new lift from a safety and reliability standpoint but also a financial component
and the need to replace the lift before costly repairs are needed and the machine continues to
depreciate.
The Harbor Department intends to purchase a new lift for $619,500 using Motor Pool funds,
which includes delivery, assembly, and on -site testing. The overall cost to the City will be
reduced by the trade-in value for our current lift.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.5.1 Maintain a thriving port of Seward through harbor improvements,
infrastructure expansion, and implementation of management plans
Strategic Plan:
Other:
X
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ $619,500.00
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of:
Creates expenditure in amount of: $ $619,500.00
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s): 03000-2004-8103 Capital Equipment Expense.
X
Not budgeted
Not applicable
$
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
X
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
Electric
Water
$
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
s
Attorney Review
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other: