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Monday, August 11, 2025
City Council Chambers Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
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The City of Seward, Alaska
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
City Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street
Please silence all cell phones and devices during the meeting
Mayor Sue McClure
Vice Mayor John Osenga
Council Member Randy Wells
Council Member Kevin Finch
Council Member Robert Barnwell
Council Member Julie Crites
Council Member Casie Warner
City Manager Kat Sorensen
Deputy City Manager Jason Bickling
City Clerk Kris Peck
City Attorney Sam Severin
Monday, August 11, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
A. In Memoriam of Margaret Anderson .5
5. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR
PUBLIC HEARING (Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak.
Time is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda item)
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA (*Approval of Consent Agenda passes
all routine items listed. Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a council
member requests an item be moved to New Business)
A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting
1) *Approval of the July 28, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes .6
B. Introduction of Ordinances
1) *Introduction of Ordinance 2025-011: Amending Seward City Code, Title 5 Revenue
and Finance, Chapter 5.22 Developer Incentive and Reimbursement Program, 5.22.075
Application Required, 5.22.085 Application Content, and 5.22.095 Approval
Process 12
2) *Introduction of Ordinance 2025-012: Amending Seward City Code, Title 3
Personnel, Chapter 3.45 Annual Leave, to Include a Paid Parental Leave Policy
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3) *Introduction of Ordinance 2025-013: Amending Seward City Code, Title 3
Personnel, Chapter 3.65 Collective Bargaining, 3.65.010 Freedom of Choice to Clarify
Employees' Rights within the Bargaining Unit 23
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C. Resolutions
1) *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 .29
2) *Resolution 2025-077: Awarding the Nash Road Phase 2 115kV Transmission Line
Rebuild Project to Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc in the Amount of $1,955,412 Plus
a 10% Contingency 53
3) *Resolution 2025-078: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase Replacement Parts
for a Transrupter Switch from Southern States, LLC in the Amount of $39,265 108
D. Other Items — None
7. IN -PERSON REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. City Manager Report 115
B. City Clerk Report 126
C. City Attorney Report — None
D. Other Reports and Announcements — None
E. Presentations
1) Seward Education Advocates
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Public hearing comments are limited to five minutes per person. After all speakers
have spoken, a person may speak for a second time for no more than one minute)
A. Ordinances for Enactment — None
B. Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing
1) Resolution 2025-074: Approving a Master Agreement to Terminate the Leases and
Easement Near 301 Lowell Point Road and Describe Concepts for a New Lease Near
3201 Sorrel Road Between the City of Seward and Pacific Seafood .128
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. Ordinances for Introduction — None
B. Resolutions
1) Resolution 2025-075: Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Independent
Contractor Agreement with Selena Soto for GIS Technical Services and Appropriating
Funds 147
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C. Other New Business
1) Re -appoint Dwayne Atwood to the Port and Commerce Advisory Board [PACAB]
with a term set to expire July 2028 158
11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action required)
A. Upcoming City Council Meetings
1) City Council Work Session Monday, August 25, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. to present 2024
audit findings from Altman Rogers 159
2) City Council Meeting Monday, August 25, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
12. CITIZEN COMMENTS (There is no sign in for this comment period. Time is limited to five
minutes per speaker)
13. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None
15. ADJOURNMENT
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Margaret Anderson
WHEREAS, Margaret Anderson was born March 23, 1933, in Seward, Alaska and she passed
away June 18, 2025, in Seattle, Washington, and;
WHEREAS, Margaret graduated from Seward High School in 1951 and spent her life in
Seward, and;
WHEREAS, Margaret married Raymond Anderson, of Chignik Lagoon, Alaska in 1953, and
with him had 4 children. Together they owned six commercial vessels and owned and
operated a seafood processing plant in Seward. They also co -owned and operated Texaco
Fuel distribution business in Seward from 1963 to 1981, and;
WHEREAS, Margaret was elected as one of the Pioneer Women of Alaska in 2013 and was
Awarded Exporter of the Year in 1991 as one of the world's largest exporters of herring roe,
and;
WHEREAS, Margaret served on the Seward City Council from 1993 to 1997 and 2004 and
was twice Vice Mayor. She served on the Planning and Zoning Commission from 2006 to
2009, and again from 2014 to 2018, and;
WHEREAS, Margaret was active in many organizations in Seward, including Resurrection
Lutheran Church, Seward Community Foundation, Boys and Girls Club, Seward Hospital
Board, Seward Hospice, Seward Mariners Memorial, and the Seward Rotary Club, and;
WHEREAS, Margaret was a civic leader, an active member of our community, a vibrant and
brilliant lady, a good friend. She was one of Seward's finest treasures. She will be missed.
NOW THEREFORE, 1, Sue McClure, Mayor of the City of Seward, extend our deepest
condolences and present this special recognition In Memoriam to the family of Margaret
Anderson.
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Dated this llth day of August 2025
The City of Seward, Alaska
Sue McClure, Mayor
City of Seward, Alaska City Council Meeting Minutes
July 28, 2025 Volume 42, Page
CALL TO ORDER
The July 28, 2025, regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by
Mayor Sue McClure.
OPENING CEREMONY
Police Chief Louis Tiner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Sue McClure, presiding, and
John Osenga
Kevin Finch
Randy Wells
Robert Barnwell
Julie Crites
Casie Warner
comprising a quorum of the Council; and
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Jason Bickling, Deputy City Manager
Kris Peck, City Clerk
Jodi Kurtz, Deputy City Clerk
Excused — Wells, Warner
Absent — None
PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
Dedicating the 70th Seward Silver Salmon Derby to Dorothy Urbach was read by Sue McClure
and accepted by Susie Urbach.
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Sharyl Seese, inside city limits, spoke about the ongoing parking issues around the Mt. Marathon
hiking trailhead. The area was very important for jeep access in the event of an emergency. On
another topic, she noted the two sets of utility bills and was concerned if this dual system was
increasing the cost.
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Osenga/Barnwell) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
McClure requested a discussion item be added regarding Phil Zimmerman and the Developer
Reimbursement Program funds.
Motion as Amended Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approval of the July 14, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes
IN -PERSON REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
City Manager Report
City Manager Kat Sorensen thanked the public for the reminder on the Mt. Marathon trailhead
parking issues. She was currently looking into installing a new gate for the area. She also
announced the first ever Dan Seavey Trailblazer 5k run coming up in August. Sorensen provided
background information on a community wide -survey that was just sent out regarding the electric
utility.
Bickling updated council on progress of the Jesse Lee Home property and said there were long
wait times with getting any fieldwork done during the busy summer season.
City Clerk Report
City Clerk Kris Peck summarized from the 3-page report in the packet. This included information
on the city council filing period, the Obihiro student exchange, and a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne.
Presentations
Alaska Small Business Development Center Annual Report by Cliff Cochran and KellyAnn
Cavaretta
PUBLIC HEARINGS — None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
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NEW BUSINESS
Resolutions
Resolution 2025-068: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase a New Breathing Air
Compressor from SeaWestern Fire Fighting Equipment for $59,067.67 with a 10% Contingency,
for an Amount Not to Exceed $64,974.44 and Appropriating Funds
Motion (Osenga/Crites) Approve Resolution 2025-068
Sorensen said the current compressor is 18 years old and the end of life came a little sooner than
the 20-year anticipated lifespan.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2025-069: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase a New Can -Am Side -by -Side
9SSA in the Amount of $40,909 and a QTAC EMS-R Patient Mover from MTECH, Inc in the
Amount of $5,745 with a 10% Contingency, Not to Exceed $51,319.40 and Appropriating Funds
Motion ( )
Approve Resolution 2025-069
Sorensen said that after recent incidents she wanted to bring this item forward for consideration.
She clarified this purchase was a combination of the side -by -side with a patient mover accessory.
Fire Chief Clinton Crites said there were seven incidents in the past year. The Fire Department's
jeep was having trouble driving up and down the Mt. Marathon jeep trail. In addition, the jeep
wasn't designed for transporting patients. The side -by -side with a patient mover would be ideal
for Seward's rugged terrain. This vehicle also had a plow for snow removal in the winter.
Council and Clinton Crites discussed storage, a trailer for towing the vehicle, the risks of driving
in the mudflats, and the motor pool budget.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2025-070: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept a Proposal from Metco to Prep
and Pave a Portion of Phoenix Road for an Amount Not to Exceed $165,000 and Appropriating
Funds
Motion (Osenga/Barnwell) Approve Resolution 2025-070
Sorensen explained how Metco's current project in the Hilltop Subdivision resulted in this offer
to pave 930 feet of gravel road. The economy of scale resulted in a very good deal for the city.
McClure noted it was a reasonable amount of money for this type of project.
Council clarified the location of the project on a map.
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Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2025-071: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase a Backup Pump Replacement
with DXP Alaska Pump & Supply, Inc for the Wastewater Lift Station #3 in the Amount of
$102,793 with a 10% Contingency, Not to Exceed $113,072.30 and Appropriating Funds
Motion (Osenga/Finch) Approve Resolution 2025-071
Sorensen recalled the incident with the lift station pump failing right before the big Fourth of July
weekend. This resolution is for the purchase of a replacement pump.
Public Works Director Doug Schoessler provided background information on the lift station.
When one pump goes down the situation becomes critical. A backup pump is kept in stock for that
reason. This was a very important lift station for Seward. Schoessler also provided information on
maintenance and repair of the pumps.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2025-072: Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement Between the City of
Seward and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1547
Motion (Osenga/Crites) Approve Resolution 2025-072
Sorensen said this contract would be valid thru June 30, 2029 and reflected an increase in standby
pay, clothing allowance, wage adjustments, and pension contributions. This new agreement would
help retain and recruit a skilled workforce.
Barnwell asked about what the increase would be for the city's budget. Sorensen said for FY26
there will be a $150,000 increase to the budget. These upgraded wages would enable the Electric
Department to hire a fourth lineman.
Electric Department Manager Brian Hickey explained the apprenticeship program and the
pipeline of local involvement.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2025-073: Approving the 2025 Wholesale Power Contract and the Joint Use and
Operations & Maintenance Agreement Between the City of Seward Electric System and Chugach
Electric Association, Inc
Motion (Osenga/Crites) Approve Resolution 2025-073
Sorensen summarized from the agenda statement and noted the five things that she was most
excited about:
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1. Ensures Seward's electric power requirements will be met on a full -requirements basis
2. Excludes Seward from paying for Chugach's production reserves
3. Allows Seward the option to supply its own gas or generation resources
4. Permits Seward to provide energy and reserves to other Railbelt entities coordinated through
Chugach dispatch
5. Includes a fair ratemaking structure that unbundles production and transmission rates in
accordance with Commission requirements and Railbelt Transmission Organization (RTO)
protocols
Hickey explained how city would regain control of the expenditures instead of simply getting the
bill. There was also language added that addressed service interruption in Seward, and a specific
rate for cruise ships that would match Whittier.
Council and administration further discussed the length of the agreement, hydropower, shore
power batteries, generators, battery capacity, and the RTO.
Motion Passed
Other New Business
Unanimous
Discussion item added by McClure regarding Phil Zimmerman and the Developer
Reimbursement Program funds
McClure asked administration to clarify an email that council received from Phil Zimmerman
about the DRP.
Bickling said he had only received notice of the email a couple hours prior to this meeting. He
explained the DRP process on the City of Seward side. He asked council for permission to bring
forward some options at the next council meeting.
Council directed administration to bring back more information regarding the Developer
Reimbursement Program and Mr. Zimmerman's development project.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
Other Items
Alaska Small Business Development Center Q2 Report
Providence Financials Q2 Report
Upcoming City Council Meetings
City Council Meeting Monday, August 11, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
CITIZEN COMMENTS — None
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COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS & RESPONSE TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
Sorensen noted the sunny weather and encouraged everyone to wear sunscreen.
Finch said the Mt. Marathon Jeep Trail parking issue was still floating around and he hoped to see
it get resolved. He encouraged everyone to enjoy the sunny weather while it lasted, because Silver
Salmon Derby was coming up and that guaranteed rain.
Barnwell thanked the Electric Department for their complicated work. It was evident the City of
Seward was in good hands.
Osenga thanked the SBDC for their positive impact on community. He thanked the Electric
Department for all their work. Lastly, he thanked City Administration for moving in the right
direction with heavy business.
McClure thanked the Electric Department and City Administration for putting everything
together. She encouraged everyone to think about Dorothy Urbach during the Silver Salmon
Derby. McClure was reminded that Seward must be in high fire danger right now due to the sunny
weather.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Kris Peck Sue McClure
City Clerk Mayor
(City Seal)
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Ordinance 2025-011
ORDINANCE 2025-011
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AMENDING
SEWARD CITY CODE, TITLE 5 REVENUE AND
FINANCE, CHAPTER 5.22 DEVELOPER
INCENTIVE AND REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM,
5.22.075 APPLICATION REQUIRED, 5.22.085
APPLICATION CONTENT, AND 5.22.095
APPROVAL PROCESS
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Ordinance 2025-011
• Attachments: None
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 25, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Jason Bickling, Deputy City Manager
Subject: Ordinance 2025-011: Amending Seward City Code, Title 5 Revenue and
Finance, Chapter 5.22 Developer Incentive and Reimbursement Program,
5.22.075 Application Required, 5.22.085 Application Content, and
5.22.095 Approval Process
Background and justification:
To continue to evolve and meet the needs of the city and developers, the DRP requires some
refinement to improve the process. Currently, applications are only allowed when funds are
available, and the onus is on the City Manager to make recommendations to Council regarding
DRP applications including the reimbursement amount and appropriation of funds. Additionally,
when an application is received, that triggers a legislative clock by which decisions must be
made. These code changes will increase collaboration with Council on DRP decisions, improve
transparency, and make the process more efficient.
The DRP application and code revisions will:
• Allow developers to submit applications while the DRP is closed, which will
demonstrate program demand and indicate when to open kxuiithe program
• Consider applications based on community need, as determined by Council and
Administration
• Initiate Council work sessions with developers to create a collaborative process to
determine funding for projects
• Require legislation be brought forward in the form of a resolution to disburse funds and
to set up an improvement district, if required
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Vol 1, Chapter 3.3 — Housing
• 3.3.1.2 — "Create incentives to provide land for housing
development within the City of Seward."
Strategic Plan:
Other:
NA
NA
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Ordinance 2025-011
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation:
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of:
Creates expenditure in amount of:
Creates a savings in the amount of:
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
Not applicable
$ 0
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
Yes
SMIC
Parking
Other
Fund Balance Information
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Signature: /s/ Rob Palmer
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
Enact Ordinance
Other:
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Sponsored: Sorensen
Introduction: August 11, 2025
Public Hearing: August 25, 2025
Enactment:
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2025-011
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING SEWARD CITY CODE, TITLE 5 REVENUE AND
FINANCE, CHAPTER 5.22 DEVELOPER INCENTIVE AND
REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM, 5.22.075 APPLICATION REQUIRED,
5.22.085 APPLICATION CONTENT, AND 5.22.095 APPROVAL PROCESS
WHEREAS, the Developer Incentive and Reimbursement Program (DRP) has been very
successful and helped increase the number of available residential lots in the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, on June 23, 2025 City Council and Administration discussed how to improve
the process and Council asked Administration to present changes to reflect those discussions; and
WHEREAS, the code revisions and changes to the DRP in this ordinance align with
Council's direction from the meeting on June 23.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS that:
Section 1. Seward City Code Title 5.22.075 Application Requirements is hereby amended
to read as follows (new language is in bolded italics and underlined, and deleted language is
stricken):
5.22.075 Application required.
A. In order to be eligible for consideration for reimbursement, the developer must submit the
required application prior to beginning work on any utility extension to the undeveloped
property. Applications may be submitted at any time, even when funding is not currently
available.
B. The application must be completed in full and turned into the City Clerk and the fling f
paid in full.
C. The city clerk will submit a notice of filing to the applicant and the city manager within ten
days of receiving the application so long as the application sections have been is completed,
the application is signed and dated, and the application fee has been paid in full. The City
Clerk will notify administration of the submitted application. Administration and the
clerk will review the application and confirm the application is complete within 10
business days. If the application is incomplete, the applicant will be notified. Complete
applications will be put on file until at which time a work session with council is schedule
to review applications.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2025-011
5.22.085 Application content.
The developer's application shall include the following:
A. A statement of the properties owned by the developer.
B. The total estimated cost of installation of the improvement.
C. Disclosure of any outstanding liabilities owed to any public utilities, contractors or
other persons on or regarding the property.
D. Disclosure of any violations regarding safety, health, or land use laws applying to the
subject property.
E. Details regarding the purpose and use of developer's property and the ways in which
the use promotes the public interest and complies with the city comprehensive plan.
F. Previous Developer Reimbursement Program participation information.
FG. A statement by the developer that the city council may reimburse all, none or a portion
of the pro -rated share of the improvements under Title 5 and the developer accepts the
developer's obligation to pay the pro -rated share of the assessment.
H. The developer siens and dates the application
5.22.095 Approval process.
A. No more than three regularly scheduled council meetings after receiving the notice of filing
and complete application from the clerk, the The city manager should shall submit a timely
written memorandum to council, which includes recommendation to approve or deny the
reasons for granting or denying the application. a work session request, all of the developer
applications, and the available DRP fund balance.
B. Along with the written memorandum, After the work session, when there are potentially
unencumbered funds available, the city manager should shall prepare a resolution(s) for
council consideration. The legislation provided to council shall include:
1. The reimbursement amount;
2. The estimated project amount; and
3. Appropriation of funds.
C. Council may shall approve the application and determine, adopt, change including the
amount of reimbursement, or deny the city manager's recommendation by resolution.
D. Council's decision to enact legislation to approve the application, including the failure to
enact legislation approving the application is a discretionary legislative decision. reject or
accept the recommendation shall be the final decision by the city.
E. If the application is accepted, the developer must pay the filing fee established on the
application.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2025-011
5.22.115 Reimbursement.
A. No more than two regularly scheduled council meetings after the city manager receives the
completion report from the developer, the city manager should shall submit a
reimbursement request to the finance department for the amount approved by council listed
in the approved resolution.
B. If the final amount of the project exceeds the amount listed in the approving legislation and
the developer provides a written explanation of the increased costs, the city manager
should shall prepare a second piece of legislation for council consideration. The legislation
should shall include:
1. The final project amount; and
2. An additional appropriation of funds.
C. Council may shall adopt or deny the city manager's recommendation.
D. Council's decision to reject or accept the recommendation is a discretionary legislative
decision shall be the final decision by the city.
(Ord. No. 2022-005, § 1, 2-28-2022)
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect ten days upon enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, the
25th day of August 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
AB SENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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Ordinance 2025-012
ORDINANCE 2025-012
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AMENDING
SEWARD CITY CODE, TITLE 3 PERSONNEL,
CHAPTER 3.45 ANNUAL LEAVE, TO INCLUDE A
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE POLICY
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Ordinance 2025-012
• Attachments: None
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
To: City Council
Through: City Council Member Casie Warner
Subject: Ordinance 2025-012: Amending Seward City Code, Title 3 Personnel,
Chapter 3.45 Annual Leave, to Include a Paid Parental Leave Policy
Background and justification:
This ordinance directs the City Manager to develop and implement a Paid Parental Leave Policy
for all eligible City of Seward employees. Paid family leave is a proven tool for improving
maternal and infant health outcomes, reducing employee turnover, and supporting workplace
equity — particularly for women and people of color who are less likely to have access to paid
leave benefits in the private sector. The policy will improve recruitment, retention, and morale
across city departments, ensuring that Seward continues to attract and retain a strong municipal
workforce.
By implementing paid parental leave, the City demonstrates a commitment to policies that support
Seward's year-round workforce and strengthen the overall economy. Families are more likely to
remain in the community and contribute to its long-term stability when supported by employment
benefits that prioritize health, caregiving, and economic resilience. This ordinance aligns with
Seward's broader goals to foster a family -friendly community and a thriving, sustainable local
economy.
The parental leave is to be granted to eligible employees in the event of a qualifying life event,
such as the birth, adoption, or placement of a child. Leave is granted only upon a qualifying event.
It is not earned through service or accrued over time. It cannot be carried forward or paid out upon
separation. It is not available unless and until the qualifying event occurs.
While GASB 101 requires the accrual of compensated absences that are earned and accumulated,
our parental leave policy is event -based and does not meet the criteria for accrual. Therefore, costs
will be budgeted in the fiscal year when leave is anticipated to be used, based on historical usage
trends.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: Goal 2.1: Encourage development that supports families and sustains a year-
round community.
Goal 6.4: Promote the health and well-being of all Seward residents.
Parental leave supports early bonding, reduces maternal stress, and improves
family health outcomes.
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Strategic Plan:
Other:
Goal 9.3: Support employment growth through public policy and long-term
workforce investments.
Objective 1.3: Invest in and retain a qualified, resilient workforce.
Objective 2.2: Support community members in achieving economic and
social stability.
Objective 3.1: Promote policies that sustain a diverse, year-round economy.
rtification 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
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
3'41- 5""
Attorney Review
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Enact Ordinance
Other:
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Ordinance 2025-012
Sponsored by: Warner
Introduction Date: August 11, 2025
Public Hearing Date: August 25, 2025
Enactment Date:
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2025-012
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING SEWARD CITY CODE, TITLE 3 PERSONNEL,
CHAPTER 3.45 ANNUAL LEAVE, TO INCLUDE A PAID PARENTAL
LEAVE POLICY
WHEREAS, the City of Seward recognizes the importance of supporting families through
proactive workforce policies that contribute to the health, stability, and economic security of the
community; and
WHEREAS, paid parental leave is a proven strategy to improve retention, productivity,
and morale among employees, and contributes to cost savings by reducing turnover and
recruitment costs; and
WHEREAS, research from the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center indicates that paid
family leave increases the likelihood that new parents will take time to bond with their child,
reduces post neonatal infant mortality by up to 13%, and improves maternal mental health and
breastfeeding rates; and
WHEREAS, according to the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Policy Brief, local
governments that adopt paid family and medical leave policies see positive outcomes in workforce
equity, particularly for women and people of color, who disproportionately take on caregiving roles
and are less likely to have access to paid leave through the private sector; and
WHEREAS, on March 7, 2023, the Anchorage Assembly unanimously approved a paid
parental leave benefit for municipal employees, offering four weeks of leave within 12 months of
a qualifying event, including the arrival of biological and adoptive children as well as the
placement of foster children. This policy allows leave to be taken in one -week intervals and adjusts
eligibility requirements to provide immediate access upon hire starting January 1, 2024; and
WHEREAS, implementing paid parental leave aligns with the City of Seward's goals of
supporting a year-round economy and creating a family -friendly workplace culture that attracts
and retains qualified employees; and
WHEREAS, no liability will be accrued for paid parental leave following GASB 101.
Instead, the expense and associated payroll liability will be recognized at the time the leave is
taken and paid, consistent with the accrual basis of accounting used in proprietary and internal
service funds.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2025-012
Page 2 of 2
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS:
Section 1. Seward City Code Title 3 is hereby amended to read as follows (new language
is in bolded italics and underlined and deleted language is stricken):
Amendment of Chapter 3.45. of the Seward City Code of Ordinances is hereby amended
to add Section 3.45.090 and read as follows:
3.45.090 Parental Leave
The City Manager is authorized to develop and implement a paid parental leave program,
providing paid leave for an employee who is eligible under the Family Medical Leave Act
(FMLA) upon the qualifyine birth, adoption, foster care, or legal zuardianship of a child.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect ten days after enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA this
25th day of August 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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ORDINANCE 2025-013
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AMENDING
SEWARD CITY CODE, TITLE 3 PERSONNEL,
CHAPTER 3.65 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING,
3.65.010 FREEDOM OF CHOICE TO CLARIFY
EMPLOYEES' RIGHTS WITHIN THE
BARGAINING UNIT
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Ordinance 2025-013
• Attachments:
o Chapter 3.65 Code Change Final Version
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Ashleigh Lipsey, HR Manager
Subject: Ordinance 2025-013: Amending Seward City Code, Title 3 Personnel,
Chapter 3.65 Collective Bargaining, 3.65.010 Freedom of Choice to Clarify
Employees' Rights within the Bargaining Unit
Background and justification:
Current Seward City Code contains a provision for employees to opt out of the collective
bargaining unit. Code is being amended to clarify that non-exempt employees, those included in
the collective bargaining unit, have the right to choose whether or not to pay Union dues. Dues
are not required as a condition of employment and are not required to remain a member of the
bargaining unit represented by the Union
This change further clarifies that differences in the conditions of employment for employees
excluded from the collective bargaining unit (exempt employees) that result in differential
treatment will not be a violation of this title.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation:
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
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Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Enact Ordinance
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
Introduction Date: August 11, 2025
Public Hearing Date: August 25, 2025
Enactment Date:
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2025-013
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING SEWARD CITY CODE, TITLE 3 PERSONNEL,
CHAPTER 3.65 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING, 3.65.010 FREEDOM OF
CHOICE TO CLARIFY EMPLOYEES' RIGHTS WITHIN THE
BARGAINING UNIT
WHEREAS, current Seward City Code contains a provision for employees to opt out of
the collective bargaining unit; and
WHEREAS, code is being amended to clarify that employees included within the
collective bargaining unit shall have the right to choose whether or not to pay Union dues; and
WHEREAS, dues are not required as a condition of employment and are not required to
remain a member of the bargaining unit represented by the Union; and
WHEREAS, this code change further clarifies that differences in the conditions of
employment for employees excluded from the collective bargaining unit that result in differential
treatment will not be a violation of this title.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY OF SEWARD ORDAINS, that:
Section 1. Seward City Code Title X is hereby amended to read as follows (new language
is in bolded italics and underlined and deleted language is stricken):
3.65.010 Freedom of choice Bargaining Unit.
Upon the conclusion of the collective bargaining process and the approval of any such contract by
the city council as provided in section 3.65.015, e Each city employee included within the
collective bargaining unit shall indicate whether that person wishes to be governed by the terms
and conditions contained in that agreement. have the right to choose whether or not to pay Union
dues, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. If not, then the employee shall
continue to be subject to this personnel code and regulations and pay plan as they exist and may
be amended or changed. Dues are not required as a condition of employment and are not required
to remain a member of the bargaining unit represented by the Union. Neither the city nor any city
employee shall discriminate against any employee solely by reasons of that employee's exercise
of this right to choose_
, although d Differences between terms and conditions of employment set forth in the city
personnel code for employees excluded from the collective barj ainine unit and those terms and
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conditions set forth in a collectively bargained agreement that result in differential treatment will
not be a violation of this title. Each new employee likewise shall have the right to choose between
the personnel code and any collectively bargained agreement after being offered a position, but
before beginning work.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect ten days upon enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA this
25th day of August 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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Title 3 - Personnel, Chapter 3.65. - Collective Bargaining
Final version to appear in Seward City Code
3.65.010 - Bargaining Unit
Each city employee included within the collective bargaining unit shall have the right to
choose whether or not to pay Union dues, in accordance with applicable local, state, and
federal laws. Dues are not required as a condition of employment and are not required to
remain a member of the bargaining unit represented by the Union. Neither the city nor any
city employee shall discriminate against any employee solely by reasons of that employee's
exercise of this right to choose.
Differences between terms and conditions of employment set forth in the city personnel
code for employees excluded from the collective bargaining unit and those terms and
conditions set forth in a collectively bargained agreement that result in differential treatment
will not be a violation of this title.
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Resolution 2025-076
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
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2025-076
• Attachments:
o Kendrick Equipment Quote
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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:
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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
Fund Balance Information
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:
Attorney Review
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
11.11 Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
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 11tn
day of August 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Dear Tony,
KENDRICK
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Kendrick Equipment is pleased to present this proposal to you for a new SOBFMII Marine
Travelift boat hoist. Kendrick Equipment has been the dealer of Marine Travelift Boat Hoists in
the U.S. Pacific Northwest including Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia for
over 40 years and is very proud of the relationships we've built through not only the sale of
equipment but the years of service following.
The 50BFMII proposed is the perfect machine to fulfill all the needs of the City of Seward now
and handle the growth and expansion to come. This machine will offer an immediate increase in
lifting capacity as well as provide more efficient handling of all varieties of commercial,
pleasure, and wooden vessels serviced by Seward Harbor. The many new features on this
machine including wireless remote control will increase safety and fuel efficiency, lower
operating costs, and minimize maintenance and downtime. The now available Variable Width
Option including Electronic All -Wheel Drive/Steering will better allow marinas and shipyards
to safely and efficiently optimize space for service and storage and potentially eliminate the need
for a yard trailer.
Our machines are built to the highest quality standards and highest duty -cycles so you are
prepared to lift maximum capacity day in and day out for the 40+ year life expectancy of your
boat hoist. There are many new 50BFMII features outlined in the proposal that continue to make
it the quietest, most fuel efficient, and easiest to operate and maintain machine on the market.
Thank you for taking the time to review this proposal, we hope to get the chance to work with
you on this project.
Best Regards,
Dave Marshall
Kendrick Equipment
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We are pleased to offer you the following quotation for one new 50 BFM II Marine Travelift
Features:
50 Metric Tons Capacity -110,000 lbs.
20' Inside Clear Width (To Fit City of Seward's Existing Pier Width)
Top Beam Bolting Flange
• Variable Width Option Available (13' 4" minimum width)
22' Inside Clear Height (+2' Included option — 2' taller than existing machine)
Max Below grade cable drop to match local tides (Incl. Option)
Deutz Diesel Engine (Cummins Diesel Optional)
Cold Start Kit with Block Heater (Incl. Option)
New CPU Package - Radio Remote Control (Incl. Option)
• AVT — Automatic Variable Throttle
• Digital Weight Scales @ Cab LCD & on Transmitter
*Touch Operator Screen in Cab for Instrumentation, Diagnostics, and Weights
2 Speed Hoists, Low - 10'/min, High - 24'/min (Incl. Option)
2 Speed Travel, Low - 70'/min, High - 155'/min, 6% Gradeability
Full proportionate hydraulic backup operator's cab (Pilot operated valve at cab)
Minimum Sling Spacing - 8', Max Sling Spacing - 22'
(4) Nylon Slings, 12" x 30'
(4) Weighted Keel Protection Pads, 12" x 48"
(8) Protective Chine Pads, 12" x 96"
Lug Tires - 49" x 17", New Tubeless Industrial Tires (No Longer Aircraft)
Sound Suppression Kit (Incl. Option)
Greaseless Pivot Trunnion
Formed Beam Design
2205 Stainless Steel Hydraulic Tube Lines
Dual Powered Sling Adjust
*Zinc Enriched Primer — (Included Option - N/C)
Price Assembled & Tested in Your Yard $581,870.00
*5' Vessel Top Beam Extension- $30,800 (+Increase Shipping Volume 20' container)
(8) LED Work and Drive Lights- $6,830
TOTAL: $619,500.00
Includes delivery, assembly, testing, and operator & maintenance training/certification.
Applicable taxes are extra. City of Seward to supply suitable crane, forklift, & man -lift for
assembly. Includes 90-day follow up inspection. Signed general arrangement drawing and 35%
deposit required to initiate order
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*The quoted amount is subject to adjustment depending on freight/steel/rubber material costs at
actual time of order.
Lease Options: Please inquire about our in-house leasing programs
Includes a Marine Travelift factory technician as well as local technician to assemble, test, and
train/certify personnel as well as maximum test lift as requested by customer. Also included is a
90-day follow-up inspection by our local tech to ensure all pressures, torques, and functions meet
factory specifications.
Operator's as well as maintenance certificates will be issued to all those that attend the factory
training on site after the conclusion of assembly. See features sheet and brochure/specs for more
information on this new 50BFMII.
Performance is the expectation, downtown is never an option. We understand your boat yard
relies upon durable, versatile machines. Machines built to hoist your heaviest loads safely and
efficiently for decades to come. After over 50 years designing, building and supporting world -
class mobile boat hoists, we continue to deliver the hardworking solutions the marine industry
trusts and counts on to lift and haul the full spectrum of vessels with confidence. There's a
reason why there are over 4000 Marine Travelifts operating worldwide with many of them that
were built 25+ years ago.
Main Structure
All steel structure of the Marine Travelift is beam
formed steel which delivers higher strength than
regular box welded steel beams
All of our machines comes standard with 314 stainless
steel hydraulic lines with flat faced o-ring unions to
reduce leaks. The Marine Travelift structure is
designed with a 40+ year service life in mind.
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Bolting Flange on Top Beam
All of the Marine Travelift top beams are
designed with heavy duty bolting flanges to
allow for the widening of your machine in
the future. The top beam is stiffened up to
accommodate this.
Sound Suppression
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The sound suppression option eliminates the
need to raise your voice on the job. An
insulated engine compartment and quieter
muffler aids in this.
Included is an AVT (Automatic Variable
Throttle) which automatically selects the
throttle level required to accomplish the
hydraulic function. The throttle returns to
idle after the function is complete. This
saves fuel and keeps noise to a minimum.
Wireless Remote Control with CPU Package
This proportionately controlled remote system is American made and supported and is extremely
easy to operate. New for this machine is a LCD screen showing vessel weights (fore & aft) as
well as other instrumentation you'd normally find in the operator's compartment. The AVT
(Automatic Variable Throttle) is utilized from the wireless remote as well.
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The operator's compartment comes standard with fully proportionate hydraulic controls to make
sure you can still operate the machine in the event of any electrical issue or loss of remote
control. A pilot operated hydraulic control valve is located under the operator's panel. The
levers are stroking the control valve
directly.
This is a touch screen operator LCD
with all necessary instrumentation
shown including digital weights
(fore/aft) of the vessel lifted as well as
hydraulic temps and pressures. Trouble
shooting can be done easily from this
panel. Remote service and monitoring
with both the dealer and factory is
available through this MD4 panel. AVT
also runs via the hydraulic control
levers. The new Canbus rocker
switches are all weather proof to ensure
years of problem free operation. Zinc
enriched primer is also utilized around the cab structure to make sure this machine looks new for
years to come. The cab is designed to allow water to drain through and all controls are weather
proof.
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Greaseless Pivot Trunnion
The fully articulating Marine Travelift trunnion pin no longer requires regular greasing. The
heavy duty nylatrol bushing ensures years of maintenance and problem free service.
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All Wheel Electronic Steering
As well as our capable 2 wheel steering, we have a patented all wheel electronic steering
(optional) to maximize your machine's maneuverability and precision in confined boat yard
spaces. The system includes 5 steering modes.
Independently Controlled Lebus Grooved Hoists (with High/Low Speed)
The Marine Travelift hoists are designed and
built in house with lebus groove drums to
ensure even spooling of cable.
The hydraulic motors and gearboxes used on
these hoists are the largest in the industry
and meet the requirements of the highest
duty cycles requirements and rigors of lifting
commercial vessels in the U.S.
Lower Blocks
The lower blocks are designed as spreader
bars so you can run the lift with 1, 2, or 3
slings on each block.
All pins are plated to resist corrosion.
Sheave pins have grease zerks to make
lubing easy. Block adjust between fore &
aft set is maximizes to ensure there isn't a
vessel you can't configure your slings to.
Anti 2-block system
allows the lower block
to be run up against
the sliding block
without any damage.
Lower blocks/sheaves are designed with a thin profile in mind. We know
you want to maximize the available inside clear width inside your pier and
every inch will count.
Tires are brand new heavy duty tires. No aircraft retreads.
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Safety guard rails surround each wheel frame
Slings - Keel and Chine Protection
Slings come standard with customizable
length weighted keel and chine protector
pads. Each use heavy duty rubber to
protect both the boat and the life of the
slings. Cordura wrap is found at the
disconnect fingers as well as the shackle
eyes to prolong life. The safe working
load rating and safety factor of the
Marine Travelift slings are the highest in
the industry, meeting all American
standards. Sling lengths can be
customized to best suit your needs.
Engine Compartment
The Marine Travelift engine compartment is spacious and well laid out. The enclosure is
insulated to reduce noise and constructed of fiberglass to provide a long life. Local mechanics
can be trained on all engine and lift service functions including Parker IQAN system for future
serviceability.
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Composite Bushing Steering Linkage
Steering System is self lubricating, corrosion resitant, more forgiving to linkage pins, and better
suited to operate with limited grease.
Steering Slew Bearing (Standard)
A rotational rolling element bearing that supports a heavy, slow turning load. Direct to bearing
grease points, promotes longevity and cleanliness. Sealed assembly.
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The First Variable Width Machine
The first Marine Travelift model with the Variable Width option is a 75BFMII (75 metric ton
lifting capacity) and was delivered to The Marine Group Boat Works' San Jose del Cabo
location in March. This model offers nine feet of width variability and can seamlessly expand
and retract under full load in 60 seconds.
The most important benefit this option will offer is the opportunity to block vessels closer
together in order to maximize space previously unavailable because of overall width dimensions
on a standard fixed width boat hoist. This means marinas and service yards can maximize
valuable service and storage space to serve more customers within their existing footprint.
"The variable width machine allows us to utilize otherwise lost space with a traditional boat
hoist", said Pete Horner, General Manager at the Los Cabos yard. He also added, "It's a two-
fold solution for us as we can continue to grow our business in the same physical footprint and
work on more boats at the same time, ultimately limiting customer downtime and maximizing
profitability."
Additional Benefits of Variable Width
The Variable width option can also provide the ability
to move vessels through a doorway that was previously
not an option with the width of a standard machine sized
to fit piers. This would eliminate the need to double
handle vessels when moving them in and out of the
building. The design allows for handling a wider range
of vessels, providing marinas and yards more flexibility
to grow into different markets.
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Whether an operator is storing boats indoors for the winter or wanting more space for hurricane
storage, the width variation gives them the ability to fit more vessels in the same footprint
without the use of yard trailers. This allows the yard to reduce equipment and also makes the
operation more efficient when time is of the essence.
"The Variable Width Option provides the ability to handle a wider variety of hulls and without
any major infrastructure changes. With the ability to vary the Boat Hoist width, you can not only
lift wide vessels such as catamarans, but narrower mono hulls as well without exceeding
recommended sling angles." — Kurt Minten, Executive Vice President, Marine Travelift
About the Variable Width Option
This new option is powered by a hydraulic ram, housed within the telescoping top beam, and is
assisted by Marine Travelift's Patented All -Wheel electronic steering option. These two
components are also teamed with a control loop system that includes angle sensors, a distance
sensor, and wheel encoder to keep the machine square and ensure safe expansion and retraction
throughout the full range of variability.
The Extension and Retraction functions can occur on either side of the machine for flexibility
and maximum maneuverability. It is also designed to handle full load across the entire width
spectrum and can stop anywhere within the full range of variability, with or without a vessel in
the slings.
"This machine combines many familiar systems that we have successfully developed and refined
over the years: the Patented All -Wheel Electronic Steering system we've been using on Marine
Travelift Mobile Boat Hoists and
Shuttlelift Mobile Gantry Cranes,
sensors/safety systems like the
linear transducer and angle sensor
have been utilized on our Hydro
M_Drive Marina Forklifts, and the
knowledge we've gamed from
building Hydraulic Transporters
with a Variable Width option. We
combined these to create a well -
designed system that is not only
efficient, but also safe - for the
operator, the vessel, and the
machine itself." — Bob Johnston,
Director of Customer Care, Marine
Travelift.
Rigorous Factory Testing
Design goals for this Variable
Width Option included Safety, Performance (speed/efficiency), and Functionality. To be certain
that this option reached all three goals, Marine Travelift teams performed months of rigorous
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factory testing that included countless hours of use both with and without maximum load, on
different grades, and a mock-up of the end user's existing pier infrastructure.
Personnel from Marine Travelift's in-house engineering team, Customer Care Field Service
Technicians, Executive Sales, and Assembly Shop Experts all worked together closely with the
team at Marine Group Boat Works to be sure all parameters were met and the machine would
provide all the benefits they were counting on.
Serviceability
Making the machine easy to maintain for
the customer is a key feature so
serviceability was considered at every
stage of the design and engineering
process. Strategically placed access holes
are included to be able to easily get at the
hydraulic ram and it rides on tracks inside
the top beam so when disconnected it can
simply be rolled out for any needed
service/repair. In addition, the Expand and
Retract functions operate on a greaseless
system using high performance composite
pads instead of a lubricant that could
potentially contaminate the vessel or
environment below. These pads are
accessible from the exterior of the beam
and have a high precision clearance, to ensure no change in the machine's geometry while
Expand and Retract functions are engaged.
23722 NE 192"d Way, Woodinville, WA, 980771 19214 94 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V4N 4E3
PHONE: 866-744-9921 1 www.kendrickequiomentcom
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American Built Mobile Boat Hoist
Training/Support/Service/Warranty:
• Our operator and maintenance training follows the completion of the assembly
of the machine. The owner is invited to have as many operators and
technicians attend. This training typically takes approx. 8 hours but can run
for 1-2 days if the customer requires more hands on training. We have
supplied machines to the US Coast Guard, NASA, Boeing and other
companies and have tailored training to suit. Assembly will include one
factory technician (from Wisconsin) as well as one Seattle based factory
authorized/trained tech to assemble. Our machines are sub -assembled and
tested at the factory minimizing the assembly to two days. All operator's and
techs that attend the training will receive operator's certificates that
WorkSafe, L&I and OSHA have recognized.
• We strive to ensure our customers have quick access to replacement parts and
service when support is needed. We offer factory certified annual inspections
and service from our or Seattle based techs. These inspections are conducted
on an IPAD program and provide immediate .pdf reports for owner reference.
Service and technical support can also be done remotely via an electronic
23722 NE 192"d Way, Woodinville, WA, 980771 19214 94 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V4N 4E3
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module on the machine allowing the Wisconsin and/or Seattle techs to tap in
and view/troubleshoot issues.
• Emergency support is available 24 hours through our office and service
department. This proposal includes a 90 day follow up inspection to
ensure machine pressures, torques, and functions are operating correctly.
• Warranty - Marine Travelift Boat Hoists are supplied with 2 years or 2000
hours of service whichever occurs first.
Safety Features:
Emergency Stops/Shutoffs
• (4) Emergency stops in weather-proof boxes at each comer of the machine, one at the
operator's panel, and one on the wireless remote control.
Overload Protection
• Overload alarm and cutout tied to the digital weight gauges found on both the wireless
remote and the local operator's panel. (see previous cab details)
• Overload protection also provided by hoist reliefs. Reliefs set to specific pressure to also
ensure hoists can't lift be and max c
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Electronic Weighing System
• Load cells transmit vessel weights (fore & aft separately/together) to both the wireless
remote and in cab at the operator's panel.
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Wireless Remote Control
• Improve operational safety and maneuverability. The wireless remote control increases
visibility of the boat, launching piers and surrounding area. Uses rolling frequencies
between a frequency range and employing emergency shut -offs in the event of any
competing frequency.
Chine and Keel Protection Pads (Standard)
• Protect slings from chafing and abrasions with rubber reinforced coverings that extend
the life of your slings. Slings have a 9.9:1 Safety Factor.
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Travel Alarm and Beacon
• Multi -direction travel alarms and beacons to warn all in the area of machine in travel.
LED Work Lights (Optional)
• Illuminate the work and drive area with high intensity LED work lights.
Automatic Variable Throttle (AVT) and Sound Suppression (Standard Equipment)
• Reduces the noise on your jobsite by automatically returning your throttle to idle after a
function is finished as well as insulates the engine compartment to lower general engine
noise. See further details in specs section.
New Industrial Tires
• Air filled to allow for better cushioning of structure under load. Not liquid or foam filled
that puts excess shock load on machine.
Wheel Guards (4)
Cordura Covers
o On all hydraulic hoses to prevent chafing wear and UV degradation.
o On all slings to prolong life of disconnect fingers and shackle eyes.
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0-Ring Seal Hydraulic Fittings on Stainless Tubes
o Prevent leaks and blowouts in the hydraulic system
Fully Articulating Pivot Trunnion
o Reduce structural stress and get maximum rotation.
Anti 2-Block System
o The lower block is designed with an Anti 2-block system. See previous specs
Hoist Counterbalance Valves
o This is a back-up measure to the hoist brakes themselves. Additional pressure is required
to lower the hoists than to raise them.
Drive Service Brake (Motion Control) and Parking Brakes
High Visibility Paint Available for Anywhere on the Machine
Manufacturer History and Stability
o Marine Travelift has been producing mobile marine lifts for over 55 years.
o Marine Travelift has been producing the 60, 70, 75 ton boat hoist since the 80's. The
other various models date back to the 60's.
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o Reference list available upon request that own and operate the same machine and can
speak to the quality of the Travelift as well as the level of service provided by Kendrick
Equipment.
Lead Time/Erection and Commissioning
o The 50BFMII will be shipped within 210-240 days of receipt of deposit (depends on
current production schedule). The factory's track record on deliveries is impeccable, they
even specify at the time of order, the exact time trucks need to be onsite for loading.
Production photos will be shared with the customer during the manufacturing process.
The 50BFMII will ship on 1 truckload from Wisconsin. Assembly of the boat hoist will
take only 3 days, this includes connecting all hydraulic lines, hoses, and rigging. The 3`d
and 4th days are reserved for test lifting and operator/maintenance training and
certification. As you can see in the below left photo all of our machines are sub -
assembled at the factory and tested prior to shipping. (hydraulics, hoists, drives, sling
adjust, etc.) This makes the assembly process very speedy and eliminates headaches of
missing, broken, wrong parts etc and unnecessary extra assembly crane rental time. The
photo on the right is of a new machine truck loaded and ready to ship.
a A factory technician (from Marine Travelift, Wisconsin) and our local factory certified
tech will arrive on the Monday before the trucks arrive so that they can ensure everything
is ready for Tuesday morning's assembly. The two trucks will begin unloading Tuesday
morning. A crane is required for only 1 day to unload the trucks, stand the steel structure,
and mount the wheels. Wednesday is dedicated to connecting hydraulic lines, hoses, and
rigging. Test lifting, and operatorimaintenance training is scheduled all day Friday. If
the customer prefers further training, we will include that. We welcome you to call any
of our customers to discuss the details of the assembly process. Also included is a 90 day
follow up inspection to verify pressures, torques, and all functions of the boat hoist.
23722 NE 192"d Way, Woodinville, WA, 98077 119214 94 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V4N 4E3
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After assembly completion, the following tests are conducted:
o Function tests with and without load include drive forward, backward, steering functions,
sling adjust, wireless remote calibrations, hoist and drive speed calibrations, hydraulic
pressures, service & park brakes, all safety features, etc.
o Customer is to supply a boat for test lift.
o A hard copy and electronic copy of the replacement parts book and
operator's/maintenance manual are included
Best Regards,
Dave Marshall
23722 NE 192' Way, Woodinville, WA, 980771 19214 94 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V4N 4E3
PHONE: 866-744-9921 1www kendrickeauipmentcom
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City of Seward- 2025 Motor Pool Information
Unrestricted Net Position as of 12/31/24 (2025 Estimated Beginning Balance)* :
2023 Appropriations Motor Pool
Res. 2023 047 Purchase Wing Blade for Loadcr
Res.2023 019 Purchase Chevy Truck for Electric
Res. 2023 106 Purchase of the Plow Truck
Rcs. 2023 110 Purchase of the new Utility Tractor
Rcs. 2023 111 Long Bed Ram 2500 single cab
Rcs. 2023 121 Chevy Silvcrado flatbed and crane for Harbor
Rcs. 2023 123 Purchase of 4 Chevrolet Tahoe
Rcs. 2023 137 Purchase for the second Police responder.
Total
2024 Appropriations Motor Pool
Rcs. 2021 017 Purchase John Deere Cator for r&n
Rcs. 2024 019 Purchase of John Deere road grader for PW
Res.2024 057 Chevrolet Silvcrado 2500 for Parking
Res.2024 067 Ford Bronco for mctcr r ading
2025 Appropriations Motor Pool
Res. 2025 003 Public Works new Truck with Snow Plow
Rcs. 2025 020 P&R Toolcat
Rcs.2025 057 P&R Manintcnacc Vehicle
Res. 2025-006 Electric Truck
Res.2025-009 Dump Truck For Public Works
Res.2025-069 FIRE- CANAM
$ 23-,265.00
$-64,073.00
$ 394,887.90
$ 183,233.13
$ 55,785,00
$ 83,186.31
$ 311,838.20
$ 72,859.00
$ 1,185,127.54
$ 26,362.03
$ 499,498.00
$ 51,897.50
$ 30,170 00
$ 607,927.53
$85,000.0O
$ 74,739.00
$ 57,4r1.00
$ 50,893.00
$ 190,000.00
$ 51,319.40
HMor - whaler 21
Harbor - 50Ton
Harbor -Truck
Police 4 Cars
Watewater- mobile stand by generator
$ 182,000.07
$ 559,000.00
$ 60,000.00
$ 327,430.00
$ 75,000.00
$ 1,712,902.40
Contribution to the Motor Pool (for replacement vehicles):
City Manager
Police Department
Fire Department
Building Department
Street Operations
City Shop
Parks Maintenance
Campgrounds
TYC
Harbor
SMIC
Parking
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Total Contribution FY25:
**Projected Unrestricted Net Position as of 12/31/25 (Ending Balance):
FY25 Budg
*(Ties to ACFR) Page 90
4,500.00
10,000.00
60,000.00
4,000.00
140,000.00
8,000.00
15,000.00
9,500.00
11,000.00
64,000.00
50,000.00
13,000.00
85,000.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
484,000.00
$ 1,840,891
$ 345,248.59
829,248.59
Motor Pool Interfund Loan History
Loan Purpose:
Seward General Hospital PERS Unfunded Liability
Animal Shelter
Loan Date Amount Interest Rate Term
10/4/2006 $ 1,250,000.00 5.25% 2007-2026
12/31/2021 $ 930,500.00 0.00% 2022-2051
Balance as of
Annual Payments 12/31/2025
$ 98,576.00 $ 98,576
$ 31,016.67 $ 496,266
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RESOLUTION 2025-077
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO AWARD THE NASH
ROAD PHASE 2 115KV TRANSMISSION LINE
REBUILD PROJECT TO STURGEON ELECTRIC
COMPANY, INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,955,412
PLUS A 10% CONTINGENCY
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2025-077
• Attachments:
o Sturgeon Bid
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Operations Supervisor
Subject: Resolution 2025-077: Authorizing the City Manager to Award the Nash
Road Phase 2 115kV Transmission Line Rebuild Project to Sturgeon
Electric Company, Inc in the Amount of $1,955,412 Plus a 10%
Contingency
Background and justification:
The Nash Road Phase 2 115kV Transmission Line Rebuild Project is the continuation of a multi-
phase effort to upgrade the City of Seward's transmission system from 69kV to 115kV. This
upgrade improves the reliability and capacity of the City's electric infrastructure and prepares the
system for future generation projects and load growth, particularly around the Spring Creek area.
An Invitation to Bid was issued in accordance with the City's procurement policies. Two
contractors submitted bids, which were reviewed and evaluated by City staff. Sturgeon Electric
Company, Inc. was determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a bid
totaling $1,955,412, which includes new construction, structure removals, survey, miscellaneous
construction, mobilization, and demobilization.
Sturgeon Electric has a proven track record in Alaska and previously completed Phase 1 of this
same transmission line rebuild in 2023. Their proposal demonstrated a clear understanding of the
project scope, site conditions, and constraints, and included detailed schedules, staffing plans, and
mitigation strategies for environmental and traffic -related challenges.
Funding for this project has been allocated from the City's most recent infrastructure bond,
scheduled for issuance by the end of January 2026, and will be expended from the Electric Capital
Projects Fund.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
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X
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $
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
$ 1,955,412
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
Electric
Water
F15351
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
9""t4*
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other:
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-077
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AWARD THE NASH
ROAD PHASE 2 115KV TRANSMISSION LINE REBUILD PROJECT TO
STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,955,412 PLUS A 10% CONTINGENCY
WHEREAS, the City of Seward issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the Nash Road Phase
2 115kV Transmission Line Rebuild Project; and
WHEREAS, two contractors submitted bids, which were evaluated by City staff based on
responsiveness, completeness, and demonstrated capacity to perform the work safely and
efficiently within the proposed timeframe; and
WHEREAS, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc submitted a responsive and responsible bid
totaling $1,955,412, including construction, mobilization, and demobilization; and
WHEREAS, Sturgeon Electric has extensive experience with high -voltage transmission
projects in Alaska, including the successful completion of Nash Road Phase 1 and similar projects
for other Alaska utilities; and
WHEREAS, their proposal demonstrated clear understanding of the project, provided a
detailed work plan, included qualified staff, and committed to minimizing outage time,
environmental impacts, and traffic disruptions; and
WHEREAS, City staff recommend awarding the project to Sturgeon Electric Company;
and
WHEREAS, funding for this project will be provided through the City's most recent
infrastructure bond.
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 accept the proposal
with Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc in the amount of $1,955,412 plus a 10% contingency for the
Nash Road Phase 2 115kV Transmission Line Rebuild Project.
Section 2. Funding for the project shall be appropriated from the Electric Capital Projects
Fund and will be paid for through the City's last infrastructure bond scheduled for issuance by the
end of January 2026.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-077
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 11tn
day of August 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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PROPOSAL/PREQUALIFICATION for:
Nash Road Electrical Transmission Rebuild
PRESENTED TO: City of Seward
Prepared by:
Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. June 26,2025
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL 3
2. PROOF OF BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS 5
i. Licenses
2. Project Experience
3. References
4. Resumes
3. BID SCHEDULE 13
4. SIGNED BID FORM 28
5. MILESTONE SCHEDULE 31
6. STAFF PLAN / WORK PLAN 33
7. LIST OF SUPPLIERS AND SUBCONTRACTORS 43
8. FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE QUALIFICATIONS 46
9. NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT 50
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June 26, 2025
City of Seward
Attn: Kat Sorenson, City Manager
410 Adams Street
Seward, AK 99664
RE: Nash Road Phase 2 Electric Transmission Rebuild
Dear Kat Sorenson,
Sturgeon Electric, a preferred electrical contractor in Alaska, providing services since 1912, has provided
comprehensive electrical construction solutions to clients throughout Alaska as well as the western United States.
Our Commercial & Industrial (C&I), Transportation and Power Line Construction (T&D) Divisions, all located in
Anchorage, can respond to any needs our clients may have - from preconstruction services to construction and
maintenance services and everything in between, no matter the size. We are also an OSHA Voluntary Protection
Program (VPP) Star Status company and is the first electrical construction mobile workforce contractor in the
United States selected for this elite status. We take great pride in our work, experience, and culture.
We are pleased to present our bid for this project and accept the terms, conditions and requirements listed in the
Invitation for Bids: Nash Road Phase 2 Electric Transmission Rebuild.
Our Project Team will include Josh Henrick - General Foreman. Josh Milla - Project Manager. These two individuals
have worked on many projects and together provide the experience and knowledge to successfully execute this
work. They will pull together a group individual well versed in the logistical challenges of doing work in this area.
Josh Henrick has been a General Foreman with Sturgeon Electric since 2021. In that time, he managed powerline
construction projects for Sturgeon in Southeast Alaska, Southcentral Alaska, Alaska Peninsula, and Western
Alaska. Prior to working for Sturgeon Josh managed and worked projects all over the state for various other IBEW
contractors since 2012.
Josh Milla has been a Project Manager at Sturgeon since 2019. In that time, he has managed a variety of projects
all over the state, including but not limited to the following: complete distribution rebuild of the Village of Akhiok
on Kodiak Island, various large scale power installations on the North Slope, and many distribution projects
throughout South Central Alaska.
We appreciate the opportunity to submit this proposal for your consideration and look forward to working with
your firm. Should you have any questions or concerns please contact us at your convenience.
Sincerely,
% on,. -awo n._
Alan . Grow n Distr t Manager
Phone: 907-344-
Email: agrowden@myrgroup.com
STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC
An /AYR Company I Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. 1301 E. 64th Ave. Anchorage, AK 99518 907.344.0321 sturgeonelectric.com
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Nash Road PH 2 Electric Transmission Rebuild City of Seward, Alaska
Bid Form
City of Seward — Nash Road Electric Transmission Rebuild
TO: Bid Enclosed: Nash Road Phase 2 Electric Transmission Rebuild
Kris Peck, City Clerk
City of Seward
410 Adams Street
PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
In submitting this Bid, I agree:
1. To hold my Bid open for 60 days.
2. To accept and comply with the provisions of the Invitation to Bid.
3. To enter into and execute the Contract, substantially in the form of Appendix 3 to
the ITB, if awarded, on the basis of this Bid, and to furnish Bonds in accord with
the ITB.
4. To accomplish the work in accord with the Contract Documents.
5. That the City of Seward reserves the right to waive any informality or to reject
any or all bids.
The undersigned represents (check appropriate boxes) that it operates as an:
[ ] Individual: [ ] Partnership; [ ] LLC; [ ] Joint Venture; [X] Corporation incorporated
in the State of Colorado
The undersigned acknowledges receipt of the following addenda to the bid and/or
specifications (give number and date of each):
Addendum 1 Date 6/24/2025 Initial JM
Addendum Date Initial
Addendum Date Initial
NAME OF FIRM OR INDIVIDUAL (Type or Print): Sturgeon Electric Company
NAME OF PARTNERS (Type or Print): N/A
BY: (Signature in ink):
TITLE: (Type or Print) District Manager
Appendix 1
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Municipality of Anchorage
Development Services Department
4700 Elmore Road Anchorage, AK 99507
CONTRACTORS LICENSE
Resolution 2025-077
The Licensee below holds the Municipality of Anchorage Contractors License Number: CON14413
Company:
STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY INCA
12150 E 112TH AVE HENDERSON, CO 80640
Type of Business: General Contractor
Generl General Contractor
Next Renewal Date: 2/14/2026
LICENSE NOT TRANSFERABLE AUTHORIZED BY:
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Municipality of Anchorage
Development Services Department
4700 Elmore Road Anchorage, AK 99507
CONTRACTORS LICENSE
Resolution 2025-077
The Licensee below holds the Municipality of Anchorage Contractors License Number: CON10211
Company:
STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY INCA
12150 E 112TH AVE HENDERSON, CO 80640
Type of Business: Electrical Contractor
Electr
UCW
Electrical Contractor
Unlimited Commercial Wiring
Next Renewal Date: 2/14/2026
LICENSE NOT TRANSFERABLE AUTHORIZED BY:
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License #: EADE667
Effective: 10/24/2023
Expires: 12/31/2025
State of Alaska
Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development
Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing
Regulation of Electrical and Mechanical Administrators
Licensee: WILLIAM BERNIER
License Type: Electrical Administrator
Status: Active
Commissioner: Julie Sande
Relationships Designations
Relation Type
Type License # License Type Owners/Entities Name/DBA
Endorser CONE313954 General Contractor Without Residential STURGEON ELECTRIC STURGEON ELECTRIC
Contractor Endorsement COMPANY, INC. COMPANY, INC.
WILLIAM BERNIER
1200 I ST UNIT 306
Anchorage, AK — Tue, July 11, 2
Group
UL - Unlimited Line Work Outside Categories
Wallet Card
State of Alaska
Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development
Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing
Regulation of Electrical and Mechanical Administrators
WILLIAM BERNIER
As
Electrical Administrator
License
EADE667
Effective
10/24/2023
Expires
12/31/2025
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STURGEON ELECTRIC PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Project Name
Project Owner
Project Location
Project Summary
Year
Quartz Creek
Transmission
Line
Chugach Electric
Sterling, Alaska
8.2 mile rebuild and upgrade of existing 115kV line to 230kV.
Project includes installation of wood and steel structures as
well as installation of OPGW.
2025
KPU Insulator
Change Out
Ketchikan Public
Utility
Ketchikan, Alaska
Insulator Change out in Ketchikan of approx. 975 insulators on
34.5kV Line
2024
Dayville Rd Pole
Replacement
and Line Re-
route
Copper Vally
Electric
Association
Valdez, Alaska
Approx. 4 miles of double circuit 25kV 100 poles along
Dayville road in Valdez, AK
2024
Skagway 35kV
Line Extension
Alaska Power and
Telephone
Skagway, Alaska
Installation of new 35kV circuit and rebuild of 4160V circuit
along Dyea Road in Skagway Alaska. Overall length approx. 4
miles and 120 Poles
2023
Nash Rd Ph 1 and
Fort Raymond
Seward Electric
Seward, Alaska
Installation and upgrade from 69kV to 115kV along Nash Rd in
Seward, AK
2023
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STURGEON ELECTRIC REFERENCES
HOMER ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION
Jeff Jaworski, Operations Contracts Manager
907-398-1498
jaworski@homerelectric.com
We have worked with Homer Electric for many years on their UPC contract, they are a good
client on the peninsula for us.
MATANUSKA ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION
Haileigh Seil, Project Engineer
907-761-9559
Haileigh.Seil@mea.coop.com
We have worked with Matanuska Electric for several years on many projects.
CHUGACH ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION
Chris Kohler, Project Manager
907-762-4609
Chris Kohler@chugachelectric.com
We have worked with Chugach Electric for many years many projects big and small.
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Joshua Milia
Project Manager/ Estimator
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
7 years
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Project Controls
Estimating
Scheduling
Public and Client Relations
Overall project oversite and job tracking
EDUCATION
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, CA
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management,
Business Minor 2019
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WORK HISTORY
STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.
2019 — Present, Project Manager/Estimator
- Estimator for both overhead and underground Powerline and
Telecommunications construction projects throughout Alaska
- Project scheduling and budgeting to ensure that the project is completed on -
time and under budget.
- Coordination with client and field hands to collectively work through logistics and
deliver an on -time and quality product.
- Public relationship with client and property owners. Keeping all parties informed
and aware of construction progress to maintain working relationships.
- Planning construction and phasing of projects from pre -mobilization efforts to
final closeout.
NOTABLE PROJECT HISTORY
Sturgeon Electric, Project Manager
2020-Present Project Name: All CEA Undergrounding Projects for past 3 years
Contract Amount: Projects Vary $500,000 - $3,000,000
- Work consisted of overseeing all aspects of CEA Projects. Tasks started with
bidding the project, submitting project schedules, and providing pre NTP
documents. Support General Foreman with help tracking overall project
progress, updating schedules, and cost control.
Sturgeon Electric, Project Manager
2023 Project Name: North Slope 33 Mile Fiber Installation
Contract Amount: $2,700,000
- Work consisted of installing 33 miles of a 96 pair fiber optic cable on the North
Slope. Ran crew of 12 guys installing fiber optic cable to pipeline for
ConocoPhillips. Involved in all phases of project construction, coordination with
client and subcontractors.
Sturgeon Electric, Project Manager
2023 Project Name: Nash Road 69kV to 115kV Rebuild
Contract Amount: $3,000,000
- Work consisted of Supporting General Foreman with Cost Control, Change Order
Tracking, and schedule revisions. Meeting with City of Seward Representatives to
go over change orders and updated schedule.
Sturgeon Electric, Project Manager
2019-2021 Project Name: GMT2 Power and Fiber Installation
Contract Amount: $9,500,000
- Work consisted of installing approx. 20 miles of 15kV armored cable along
Conocophillips Pipeline. This project span over two winter seasons and consisted
of hanging armored cable on 7/16" guy wire. Involved in all aspects of project
completion including but not limited to pre -planning, document control, job
tracking, quality control, and logistic coordination. Overseeing 25 man crew and
appropriately phasing project tasks to insure project schedule was maintained.
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Josh Henrick
General Foreman
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
20 years
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Experienced in all phases of overhead and
underground transmission line construction
Supervisory, General Foreman,
and Foreman roles
Northern Powerline Constructors, Inc.
Hot Wire Electric
Redi Electric
EDUCATION
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local
1547
Powerline Apprenticeship studied electrical theory and
systems.
Trained in all aspects of powerline construction and
maintenance.
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING
OSHA 10-Hour Certificate
Certified First Aid
CPR Trained
Fall Arrest
Bucket Truck
Vault and Pole Top Rescue
Resolution 2025-077
STij'gean
WORK HISTORY
STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.
2021— Present, General Foreman
- Directly responsible for workflow on job sites; coordination of subcontractors,
Owner representatives, vendors and suppliers; ordering material and tracking
purchase orders; creating schedules to ensure the job is performed correctly on
time and on or under budget.
Supervise construction crews
Northern Powerline Constructors, Inc.
2019 - 2021, General Foreman
- Managed construction crews
- Planning and coordination of material and equipment to remote sites
Northern Powerline Constructors, Inc.
2013 - 2018, Foreman
- Managed construction crews
- Coordinated material and equipment to remote sites
Hot Wire Electric
2012, Line Crew Foreman
- Managed construction crews
- Coordinated work of pole change out/ reconductor
Redi Electric
2012, Line Crew Foreman
- Managed construction crew
- Oversaw schedule, installation, and erection of wind farm
NOTABLE PROJECT HISTORY
Sturgeon Electric, General Foreman
Project Name: CEA Arctic Road 15kv Overhead to Underground Conversion
- Managed two 5-man line crews, 2 3-man bore crew, and an 8-man landscape
crew. Work consisted of installing new 15kv underground system, set new 15v
deadend poles, built new risers, retired old overhead. Coordinated outages,
wrote extensive switching orders, managed access to privately owned property,
scheduled extensive asphalt removal and patching, site restoration.
Sturgeon Electric, General Foreman
Project Name: CEA Old Seward Highway Overhead to Underground Conversion
- 15kv and 35kv. Managed two 5-man line crews, 1 3-man bore crew, and an 8-
man landscape crew. Work consisted of extensive trenching, installation of new
15kv and 35kv underground infrastructure, set 7 14ft x 8ft concrete vaults,
installed new 35kv deadend transmission poles and outages, wrote extensive
switching orders, managed access to privately owned property, scheduled
extensive asphalt removal and patching, wrote wire pulling plans for new 35kv
1000mcm conductors.
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Northern Powerline Constructors, General Foreman
Project Name: Twin Hills to Togiak 15kv Intertie
Managed a 4-man crew in installation of 4.5 miles of new 3-phase and the
rebuild of Twin Hills 15kv distribution system. Roughly a 200-pole job.
Coordinated freighting of equipment and materials to the remote site. Setup
construction schedules with the general contractor, planned site walk
throughs with the AEA.
Northern Powerline Constructors, Foreman
Project Name: Healy foundation stabilizations
- Managed six -man crew upsizing existing 230kv tower foundations. Over saw
form construction and concrete pour.
Northern Powerline Constructors, General Foreman
Project Name: Chugach Hope Tap to Summit Lake 115kv Rebuild
Managed a 3- man crew during construction of 10-miles of 115vk H-structure
rebuild to 230kv H-structures. Retired old 556 ACSR conductor and installed 795
ACSR. Coordinated material deliveries, equipment mobes, flagging, road
closures, laydown yard procurement, camp quarters and SWPPP inspections.
- Scheduled switching and outages with CEA dispatch. Set up flight plan, fueling
station and laydown yard for helicopter work.
Northern Powerline Constructors, Foreman
Project Name: Copper Valley Airplane Ball Change Out
- Managed crew retiring old 3-foot high viz airplane balls. Installed 230 new 3-
foot high viz airplane balls form Glenallen to Valdez. Coordinated work with
Grate Save Helicopters, Alyeska Pipeline Service Company and Copper Valley
Utilities. Oversaw site safety, communications, and switching with local utility.
Scheduled flagging and road closures.
Northern Powerline Constructors, Foreman
Project Name: Eklutna Transmission Line
- Managed a 6-man crew, planned and organized setting of transmission towers
ranging from 80 feet to 138 feet, oversaw a helicopter wire -pulling crew,
directed wreck -out of old Eklutna Hydro Line.
Hot Wire Electric, Foreman
Project Name: Church Road Pole Change Out/ Reconductor
- Managed a 4-man hot stick crew, hot pole change -outs, spread three phase
conductors for pulling of new wire, changed out overhead transformers,
oversaw safety and well-being of crew and public, coordinated work schedule
with customer.
Redi Electric, Inc., Foreman
Project Name: Eva Creek Wind Farm
- Managed a 3-man under ground crew, planned switch cabinet installation,
oversaw 6-inch HDPE installation managed a 6-man crew building a switch
yard, planned and erected steel structures, hung and timed 230kv VT's
planned bus bar schedule, constructed 230 bus bars, oversaw terminations of
35kv underground cable, oversaw foundation installations, installed 230kv
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Resolution 2025-077
Nash Road PH 2 Electric Transmission Rebuild City of Seward, Alaska
Bid Schedule
BID SCHEDULE
Nash Road Electric Transmission Rebuild
In accordance with the Invitation to Bid, I propose to complete the Work for the
following lump sum price:
Total Project Bid
$ 1,955,412.00
The bidder shall complete the following schedule of values for the Work. Type or print legibly.
Item No.
Item Description
Value ($)
1
Mobilization/De-Mobilization
$166,912.00
2
Nash Road Line Work
1,519,220.00
3
All other aspects of the work
$269,280.00
Total Project Bid (same as above)
$1,955,412.00
PROPOSER:
Sturgeon Electric Company
Company (Print)
Alan A. Growden
Authorized Representative (Print)
r�.Va ri. . / l •ay..vktn.__.
Authorized Re3pr
District Manager
ive (Signature)
Title (Print)
7/15/2025
Date
907-344-0321
Telephone
CORPORATE SEAL (If Corporation)
Appendix 1
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Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
BID SCHEDULE SUMMARY
NEW CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 1 - NEW FOUNDATION ASSEMBLY UNITS
SECTION 2 - NEW STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY UNITS
SECTION 3 - NEW STRUCTURE TOP ASSEMBLY UNITS
SECTION 4 - NEW GUY AND ANCHOR ASSEMBLY UNITS
SECTION 5 - NEW CONDUCTOR/CABLE ASSEMBLY UNITS
SECTION 6 - NEW MISCELLANEOUS ASSEMBLY UNITS
$241,748
$172,201
$210,989
$73,029
$554,577
$26,901
TOTAL NEW CONSTRUCTION $1,279,445
REMOVAL/RETIREMENT ASSEMBLY UNITS
SURVEY UNITS
MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION UNITS
$239,775
$16,500
$252,780
SUBTOTAL: $1,788,501
MOBILIZATION
(not to exceed 5% of Subtotal above) $88,956
DEMOBILIZATION
(not to be less than 25% of Mobilization Cost) $77,956
TOTAL BID: $1,955,412
February 17, 2025 Nash Road Phase 2
Addendum 1: June 24, 2025
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115 kV Transmission Line Rebuild
Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 1 - FOUNDATION ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
TM-101
DIRECT EMBEDDED FOUNDATION
55
EA
$4,295
$4,295
$236,248
FDN-H
DRIVEN H-PILE FOUNDATION AND PILE
ATTACHMENT
2
EA
$0
$0
$0
ROCK EXC
ROCK EXCAVATION FOR POLE
1
LS
$5,500
$5,500
$5,500
TOTAL SECTION 1 - FOUNDATION ASSEMBLY UNITS: $241,748
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 2 - STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QTY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
35/1
35' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
1
EA
$2,027
$165
$2,192
$2,192
35/2
35' WOOD POLE, CLASS 2
1
EA
$2,027
$165
$2,192
$2,192
40/1
40' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
3
EA
$2,027
$165
$2,192
$6,576
45/1
45' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
6
EA
$2,027
$165
$2,192
$13,151
45/H1
45' WOOD POLE, CLASS H1
1
EA
$2,027
$165
$2,192
$2,192
50/1
50' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
1
EA
$2,650
$165
$2,815
$2,815
50/H1
50' WOOD POLE, CLASS H1
1
EA
$2,650
$165
$2,815
$2,815
55/1
55' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
1
EA
$2,650
$165
$2,815
$2,815
60/H3
60' WOOD POLE, CLASS H3
2
EA
$2,650
$165
$2,815
$5,631
65/H2
65' WOOD POLE, CLASS H2
3
EA
$2,650
$165
$2,815
$8,446
65/H3
65' WOOD POLE, CLASS H3
5
EA
$2,650
$330
$2,980
$14,902
65/H4
65' WOOD POLE, CLASS H4
1
EA
$2,650
$330
$2,980
$2,980
65/H5
65' WOOD POLE, CLASS H5
2
EA
$2,650
$330
$2,980
$5,961
70/1
70' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
2
EA
$2,962
$330
$3,292
$6,585
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
February 17, 2025
Resolution 2025-077
SECTION 2 - STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QTY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
7 'W DP LE CLA
SS 0 00 POLE, C SS H1
2
EA
$2,962
$330
$3,292
$6,585
70/H2
70' WOOD POLE, CLASS H2
1
EA
$2,962
$330
$3,292
$3,292
70/H3
70' WOOD POLE, CLASS H3
5
EA
$2,962
$330
$3,292
$16,462
70/H4
70' WOOD POLE, CLASS H4
6
EA
$2,962
$330
$3,292
$19,754
75/H2
75' WOOD POLE, CLASS H2
1
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$3,604
75/H3
75' WOOD POLE, CLASS H3
3
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$10,812
75/H4
75' WOOD POLE, CLASS H4
1
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$3,604
75/H5
75' WOOD POLE, CLASS H5
1
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$3,604
80/H2
80' WOOD POLE, CLASS H2
1
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$3,604
85/1
85' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
4
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$14,417
90/1
90' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
1
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$3,604
90/H1
90' WOOD POLE, CLASS H1
1
EA
$3,274
$330
$3,604
$3,604
TOTAL SECTION 2 - STRUCTURE ASSEMBLY UNITS: $172,201
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
February 17, 2025
Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 3 - STRUCTURE TOP ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
T255
115kV TAP MODIFICATION - DEADEND
1
EA
$67,551
$67,551
$67,551
TH-115-SW
115kV WOOD POLE DOULE DEAD END
SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1
EA
$24,634
$24,634
$24,634
TP1
115kV WOOD POLE TANGENT ASSEMBLY
32
EA
$935
$935
$29,935
TP4
115kV WOOD POLE SMALL ANGLE
ASSEMBLY
2
EA
$935
$935
$1,871
TS4-A
115kV WOOD POLE SMALL RUNNING
ANGLE ASSEMBLY
2
EA
$935
$935
$1,871
TS4-B
115kV WOOD POLE LARGE RUNNING
ANGLE ASSEMBLY
4
EA
$2,806
$2,806
$11,226
115-DE
115kV DEAD END ASSEMBLY
3
EA
$2,806
$2,806
$8,419
C9-2
12.5kV TANGENT DOUBLE ARM,
INSULATOR, PIN TYPE
7
EA
$935
$935
$6,548
C9-2X
12.5kV TANGENT DOUBLE ARM, HEAVY
DUTY CLAMPTOP
6
EA
$935
$935
$5,613
C9-3
12.5kV TANGENT SINGLE ARM,
INSULATOR, PIN TYPE
32
EA
$468
$468
$14,968
C9-3X
12.5kV TANGENT SINGLE ARM, HEAVY
DUTY CLAMPTOP
2
EA
$624
$624
$1,247
A7
12.5kV SINGLE PHASE DEADEND
9
EA
$624
$624
$5,613
C7-2H
12.5kV 3-PHASE DEADEND HEAVY ARM
3
EA
$4,989
$4,989
$14,968
C7-2HF
12.5kV 3-PHASE DEADEND FIBERGLASS
ARM
2
EA
$935
$935
$1,871
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
February 17, 2025
Resolution 2025-077
SECTION 3 - STRUCTURE TOP ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
C8-1HX
12.5kV 3-PHASE DOUBLE DEADEND
HEAVY ARM
2
EA
$4,989
$4,989
$9,978
C8-1HF
12.5kV 3-PHASE DOUBLE DEADEND
FIBERGLASS ARM
5
EA
$935
$935
$4,677
TOTAL SECTION 3 - STRUCTURE TOP ASSEMBLY UNITS: $210,989
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 4 - GUY AND ANCHOR ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
TG-21A
SINGLE DOWN GUY, NO INSULATOR
7
EA
$312
$312
$2,183
TG-21A-FG
SINGLE DOWN GUY, WITH ONE
INSULATOR EACH
29
EA
$312
$312
$9,043
TG-21A-2FG
SINGLE DOWN GUY, WITH TWO
INSULATORS EACH
25
EA
$312
$312
$7,796
TG-21B-FG
DOUBLE DOWN GUY, WITH ONE
INSULATOR EACH
1
EA
$624
$624
$624
TG-21B-2FG
DOUBLE DOWN GUY, WITH TWO
INSULATORS EACH
0
EA
$935
$935
$0
TG-21D
SINGLE SPAN GUY, NO INSULATOR
2
EA
$1,247
$1,247
$2,495
TA-2P
PLATE ANCHOR
51
EA
$998
$998
$50,890
TOTAL SECTION 4 - GUY AND ANCHOR ASSEMBLY UNITS: $73,029
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 5 - CONDUCTOR/CABLE ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
336 LINNET
INSTALL NEW 336 kcmil 26/7 ASCR
"LINNET"
98.2
KF
$5,647
$0
$5,647
$554,577
TOTAL SECTION 5 - CONDUCTOR/CABLE ASSEMBLY UNITS: $554,577
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
Resolution 2025-077
NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SECTION 6 - MISCELLANEOUS ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
TM-STRGN
STRUCTURE NUMBER SIGN
55
EA
$78
$78
$4,288
M2-11
GROUNDING ROD
18
EA
$156
$22
$178
$3,202
TG-25C
ONE TEE PLATES ASSEMBLY FOR WOOD
POLE
35
EA
$78
$78
$2,728
TG-25D
TWO TEE PLATES ASSEMBLY FOR WOOD
POLE
23
EA
$156
$156
$3,586
J3.1
SECONDARY ASSEMBLY
24
EA
$156
$156
$3,742
UM5
RISER ASSEMBLY
1
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$1,871
G1.4-5
SINGLE-PHASE XFMR - 5 KVA
1
EA
$3,742
$3,742
$3,742
G1.4-10
SINGLE-PHASE XFMR - 10 KVA
1
EA
$3,742
$3,742
$3,742
FOUNDATION
PAD
FOUNDATION PAD FOR MARSH AREA
2
EA
$0
$0
$0
TOTAL SECTION 6 - MISCELLANEOUS ASSEMBLY UNITS: $26,901
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NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
REMOVAL/RETIREMENT
REMOVAL/RETIREMENT ASSEMBLY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
*WIRE SPAN
336 LINNET
336.4 kcmil ACSR'LINNET' CONDUCTOR
30.9
KF
$2,650
$2,650
$81,900
*WIRE SPAN
1/0 RAVEN
1/0 ACSR'RAVEN' CONDUCTOR
42.7
KF
$1,247
$1,247
$53,259
*WOOD POLE
60/1
60' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
2
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$3,742
*WOOD POLE
60/H2
60' WOOD POLE, CLASS H2
1
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$1,871
*WOOD POLE
65/1
65' WOOD POLE, CLASS 1
6
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$11,226
*WOOD POLE
65/H3
65' WOOD POLE, CLASS H3
1
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$1,871
*WOOD POLE
70/H3
70' WOOD POLE, CLASS H3
1
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$1,871
*WOOD POLE
80/H2
80' WOOD POLE, CLASS H2
1
EA
$1,871
$1,871
$1,871
*69 kV FUSED
DISCONNECT
69 kV FUSED DISCONNECT SWITCH -
INCLUDING INSULATORS, CROSSARMS,
AND DEADEND HARDWARE
1
EA
$7,484
$7,484
$7,484
*TRANS -INS
TP69X
69 KV TANGENT HORIZONTAL LINE POST
22
EA
$1,247
$1,247
$27,440
*TRANS -INS
TP69BX
69 KV SMALL ANGLE HORIZONTAL LINE
POST
8
EA
$624
$624
$4,989
*TRANS -INS
TS4 (69)
69 KV MEDIUM VERTICAL RUNNING ANGLE
5
EA
$624
$624
$3,118
*DIST-ARM
C2-2
12.5KV TANGENT
3
EA
$624
$624
$1,871
*DIST-ARM
C8-1
12.5KV 3-PHASE DOUBLE DEADEND FLAT
1
EA
$624
$624
$624
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*DIST-ARM
C8-FLAT
12.5KV 3-PHASE DOUBLE DEADEND FLAT
1
EA
$624
$624
$624
*DIST-ARM
C9-1
12.5KV 3-PHASE TANGENT SINGLE ARM
13
EA
$312
$312
$4,054
*DIST-ARM
C9-2
12.5KV TANGENT DOUBLE ARM
4
EA
$624
$624
$2,495
*DIST-ARM
A5-2
12.5KV SINGE PHASE TANGENT
1
EA
$312
$312
$312
*DIST-ARM
A7
12.5KV SINGLE PHASE HORIZONTAL
DEADEND
1
EA
$312
$312
$312
*GUY
TG-11A
SINGLE DOWN GUY TO ONE ROD
23
EA
$78
$78
$1,793
*GUY
TG-11C
DOUBLE DOWN GUY TO TWO RODS
4
EA
$156
$156
$624
*GUY
TG-15D
LIGHT DUTY GUY PLATE
27
EA
$156
$156
$4,210
*GUY
E1-2
SINGLE STRAND DOWN GUY
1
EA
$78
$78
$78
*GUY
E1-3
DOUBLE STRAND DOWN GUY
5
EA
$156
$156
$780
*M2-11
GROUNDING ROD ASSEMBLY
5
EA
$156
$156
$780
*J7
SECONDARY ASSEMBLY
1
EA
$0
$0
$0
*M5-9
FUSED CUTOUT
5
EA
$156
$156
$780
*ROCK MOB
ROCK EXCAVATION
1
LS
$19,800
$19,800
$19,800
February 17, 2025
Addendum 1: June 24, 2025
TOTAL - REMOVAL/RETIREMENT ASSEMBLY UNITS: $239,775
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NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
BID SCHEDULE
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
SURVEY UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
SURVEY 1
CONSTRUCTION SURVEY
1
LS
$12,100
$12,100
$12,100
SURVEY 2
POST -CONSTRUCTION SURVEY
1
LS
$4,400
$4,400
$4,400
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115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
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NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
BID SCHEDULE
NEW LINE CONSTRUCTION
MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION UNITS
BID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
LABOR &
MATERIAL
EXTENDED
COST
SWPPP
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION
PLAN
1
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$49,500
$49,500
$49,500
TRAF CON
TRAFFIC CONTROL
1
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$203,280
$203,280
$203,280
MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION UNITS: $252,780
Nash Road - Phase 2
February 17, 2025 115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
Addendum 1: June 24, 2025 Page8af 14
Resolution 2025-077
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NASH ROAD 115kV TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE
NASH ROAD - PHASE 2
BID SCHEDULE
MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION
ID UNIT
DESCRIPTION
QUANTITY
UNIT
LABOR
MATERIAL
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$ 88,955.74
$88,956
$88,956
DEMOB
DEMOBILIZATION
1
LUMP SUM
$ 77,955.74
$77,956
$77,956
TOTAL MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION: $166,911
+ NOTE: BID PRICE AND COMPENSATION FOR MOBILIZATION SHALL NOT EXCEED FIVE PERCENT (5%) OF THE SUBTOTAL OF THE
CONSTRUCTION (NEW AND RETIREMENT) UNIT BID PRICES IN THE BID SCHEDULE. IF THE TOTAL COSTS FOR MOBILIZATION ARE
ESTIMATED TO EXCEED THE PERCENTAGE AMOUNT ALLOWED, IT SHALL BE HELD THAT SUCH COSTS ARE INCLUDED IN PRICES FOR
OTHER ITEMS OF WORK IN THE BID SCHEDULE. PAYMENT SHALL BE AS FOLLOWS: 30% OF THE TOTAL MOBILIZATION AMOUNT SHALL BE
PAID AFTER PROJECT SCHEDULE IS APPROVED, CONTRACTOR AND SUBCONTRACTORS ATTEND PRE -CONSTRUCTION MEETING, THE
SWPPP NOI IS COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED , AND TURNAGAIN ARM TOWER FOUNDATION OR WORK AREA OPERATIONS HAVE
COMMENCED IN THE FIELD. THE REMAINING 70% SHALL BE PAID UPON COMMENCEMENT OF WINTER POLE SETTING IN THE FIELD.
++ NOTE: BID PRICE AND COMPENSATION FOR DEMOBILIZATION SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 25% OF THE AMOUNT BID FOR MOBILIZATION.
PAYMENT SHALL BE AS FOLLOWS: 100% OF THE TOTAL DEMOBILIZATION AMOUNT SHALL BE PAID WHEN THE PROJECT IS COMPLETE AND
ALL CLOSE OUT DOCUMENTS ARE SIGNED AND ACCEPTED BY CHUGACH.
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Nash Road - Phase 2
115 kV Transmission Line Upgrade
Resolution 2025-077
Nash Road PH 2 Electric Transmission Rebuild
Bid Bond
City of Seward, Alaska
BID BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: that
Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.
(Name of Contractor)
12150 E. 112th Avenue Henderson, CO 80640
(Address of Contractor)
as Principal, hereinafter called Principal, and
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
175 Berkeley Street Boston. MA 02116
(Name of Surety)
(Address of Surety)
a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of Alaska as Surety, hereinafter called Surety,
are held and firmly bound unto
City of Seward
(Name of Owner)
410 Adams Street, Seward, AK 99664
(Address of Owner)
as Obligee, hereinafter called Obligee, in the sum of Five percent of bid amount Dollars, ($ 5%
for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, the said Principal and the said Surety, bind
ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by
these presents.
WHEREAS, the Principal has submitted a bid for the City of Seward Nash Road Electric Transmission
Rebuild project;
NOW THEREFORE, if the Obligee shall accept the bid of the Principal and the Principal shall enter into a
Contract with the Obligee in accordance with the terms of such bid, and give such bond or bonds as may
be specified in the bidding or Contract Documents with good and sufficient surety for the faithful
performance of such Contract and for the prompt payment of labor and material furnished in the
prosecution thereof, or in the event of the failure of the Principal to enter such Contract and give such
bond or bonds, if the Principal shall pay to the Obligee the difference not to exceed the penalty hereof
between the amount specified in said bid and such larger amount for which the Obligee may in good faith
contract with another party to perform the Work covered by said bid, then this obligation shall he null and
void, otherwise to remain in full force and effect.
Signed and sealed this 26th day of June
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POWER OF ATTORNEY
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
The Ohio Casualty Insurance Company
West American Insurance Company
Resolution 2025-077
Certificate No: 8213570-285136
KNOWN ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS: That The Ohio Casualty Insurance Company is a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of New Hampshire, that
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company is a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of Massachusetts, and West American Insurance Company is a corporation duly organized
under the laws of the State of Indiana (herein collectively called the 'Companies"), pursuant to and by authority herein set forth, does hereby name, constitute and appoint, Robert
Baumgartner; Michael H. Bill; Michael M. Bill; Emily N. Daughhctcc; Cynthia L. Jenkins; Brenda Johnston; Kimberly E. Kinkead; Ginger J. Krahn; Michael J.
Marsella; Edward L. Moumighan; Elexis B. Richards; Cindy Stcllhorn
all of the city of Carmel state of IN each individually if there be more than one named, its true and lawful attorney -in -fact to make,
execute, seal, acknowledge and deliver, for and on its behalf as surety and as its act and deed, any and all undertakings, bonds, recognizances and other surety obligations, in pursuance
of these presents and shall be as binding upon the Companies as if they have been duly signed by the president and attested by the secretary of the Companies in their own proper
persons.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Power of Attorney has been subscribed by an authorized officer or official of the Companies and the corporate seals of the Companies have been affixed
thereto this 1st day of April , 2025 .
By:
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
The Ohio Casualty Insurance Company
West American Insurance Company
Nathan J. Zangede, Assistant Secretary
State of PENNSYLVANIA ss
County of MONTGOMERY
On this l si day of April , 2025 before me personally appeared Nathan J. Zangerle, who acknowledged himself to be the Assistant Secretary of Liberty Mutual Insurance
Company, The Ohio Casualty Company, and West American Insurance Company, and that he, as such, being authorized so to do, execute the foregoing instrument for the purposes
therein contained by signing on behalf of the corporations by himself as a duly authorized officer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed my notarial seal at Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, on the day and year first above written.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Notary Seal
Teresa Pestella. Notary Public
Monlpomery County
My commission expires March 28. 2029
Commission number 1126044
Member, Pennsylvania Association of Notaries
By:
eresa Paskla. NotaryPublic eresa Pastella, Public
This Power of Attorney is made and executed pursuant to and by authority of the fo lowing By-laws and Authorizations of The Ohio Casualty Insurance Company, Liberty Mutual
Insurance Company, and West American Insurance Company which resolutions are now in full force and effect reading as follows:
ARTICLE IV -OFFICERS: Section 12. Power of Attorney.
Any officer or other offidal of the Corporation authorized for that purpose in writing by the Chairman or the President, and subject to such limitation as the Chairman or the President
may prescribe, shall appoint such attorneys -in -fact, as may be necessary to act in behalf of the Corporation to make, execute, seal, acknowledge and deliver as surety any and all
undertakings, bonds, recognizances and other surety obligations. Such attomeys-in-fact, subject to the limitations set forth in their respective powers of attorney, shall have full
power to bind the Corporation by their signature and execution of any such instruments and to attach thereto the seal of the Corporation. When so executed, such instruments shall
be as binding as if signed by the President and attested to by the Secretary. Any power or authority granted to any representative or attorney -in -fact under the provisions of this
article may be revoked at any time by the Board, the Cha rman the President or by the officer or officers granting such power or authority.
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Any officer of the Company authonzed for that purpose .n wribng by the chairman or the president, and subject to such I mitations as the chairman or the president may prescribe,
shall appoint such attomeys-in-fact, as may be necessary to act in behalf of the Company to make, execute, seal, acknowledge and deliver as surety a-y and all undertakings,_
bonds, recognizances and other surety obligations. Such attorneys -in -fact subject to the limitations set forth n their respective powers of attomey, shall have full power to bind the -
Company by the r signature and execution of any such instruments and to attach thereto the seal of the Company. When so executed such instruments shall be as binding as if
signed by the president and attested by the secretary.
Certificate of Designation - The President of the Company, acting pursuant to the Bylaws of the Compa^y, authorizes Nathan J. Zangerle, Assistant Secretary to appoint such
attomeys-in-fact as may be necessary to act on behalf of the Company to make, execute, seal, acknowledge and deliver as surety any and all undertakings, bonds, recognizances and
other surety obligations.
Authorization - By unanimous consent of the Company's Board of Directors, the Company consents that facsimile or mechanically reproduced signature of any assistant secretary of the
Company wherever appearing upon a certified copy of any power of attorney issued by the Company in connection with surety bonds, shall be valid and binding upon the Company with
the same force and effect as though manually affixed.
I, Renee C. Llewellyn, the undersigned, Assistant Secretary, The Ohio Casualty Insurance Company, Liberty Mutua; Insurance Company, and Wes' American Insurance Company do
hereby certify that the onginal power of attomey of which the foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of the Power of Attomey executed by said Companies, is in full force and effect and
has not been revoked.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seals of said Companies this 26th day of June , 2025
By:
Renee C. Llewellyn, Assistant Secretary
I.MS-12873 LMIC OCIC WAIC Multi Co 02/24
Resolution 2025-077
Special Power of Attorney
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc., Sturgeon Electric California,
LLC, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., High Country Line Construction, Inc., and Harlan Electric
Company.
had made, continued, and appointed and by these presents does make, constitute and appoint
Mike Marselia, Cindy Jenkins, Emily Daughhetee, Brenda Johnston, Elexis Richards and Kimberly Kinkead
in their capacities as employees of MJ Insurance as its true and lawful attorneys in fact with full power
to execute, seal and deliver on its behalf safety and surety bonds and other documents of similar
character issued in the course of its business and to bind the Company thereby as if such writing had
been duly executed and acknowledged by its own officers.
IN WITNESS WHEROF, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc., Sturgeon Electric California, LLC, Great
Southwestern Construction, Inc., High Country Line Construction, Inc., and Harlan Electric Company.
has caused its name to be subscribed by Don Egan and its corporate seal to be affixed and
attested by its Corporate Secretary on May 12, 2025
Attest: MYR Group, Inc.
By: William Fry
Corporate Secretary
County of Adams
State of Colorado
By: Don Egan
Senior Vice President
On this 12th day of May, 2025 personally appeared before me, a Notary Public for the State of Colorado,
Don Egan of Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc., Sturgeon Electric California, LLC, Great Southwestern
Construction, Inc., High Country Line Construction, Inc., and Harlan Electric Company who acknowledged
that the foregoing is his free and voluntary act and deed on behalf of said corporation.
LILIANA GUERRERO
NOTARY PUBUC
State of Colorado
Notary ID # 20234022804
My Commission Expires 06116/2027
Nota Public
My Commission Expires:
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Pre Construction Activities
Receive Conditional Notice to Proceed
Execute Subcontracts
Send out for P&P Bond and Insurance
Receive Final NTP
Mobilization
Mobilize Equipment
Laydown yard setup
Receive Material from City of Seward
Construction Activities - TF1 to End of Project
Build Access to Pole locations
Dig and Set Culverts
Frame and Stage Poles
Spread Distribution Wire
Staging Backfill Material
Set Poles and Transfer Transmission
Transfer Transmission Wire
Pull in New Conductor
Distribution Cutover and Retirement
Demobilization/Cleanup
Duration
68 days
22 days
1 day
3 days
1 day
2 days
4 days
2 days
2 days
2 days
43 days
4 days
12 days
10 days
12 days
3 days
13 days
13 days
10 days
10 days
3 days
Start
Finish
Tue 7/22/25
Tue 7/22/25
Tue 7/22/25
Wed 7/23/25
Wed 7/23/25
Tue 8/19/25
Wed 8/20/25
Wed 8/20/25
Fri 8/22/25
Fri 8/22/25
Tue 8/26/25
Tue 8/26/25
Wed 8/27/25
Wed 8/27/25
Wed 8/27/25
Mon 9/1/25
Thu 9/4/25
Thu 9/4/25
Tue 9/23/25
Tue 10/7/25
Tue 10/21/25
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Wed 7/23/25 3
Wed 8/20/25
Mon 8/25/25
Thu 8/21/25
Mon 8/25/25 8
Mon 8/25/25 8
Thu 10/23/25 10
Fri 8/29/25
Thu 9/11/25
Tue 9/9/25
Thu 9/11/25
Wed 9/3/25
Mon 9/22/25
Mon 9/22/25
Mon 10/6/25
Mon 10/20/25
Thu 10/23/25
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Path Driving Predecessor Normal Task
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,read Distribution Wiry.
Staging Backfill Material —
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Transfer Transmission Wire
Pull in New Conductor
Distribution Cutover and Retirement
Demobilization/Cleanup
Oct 26 '25
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The Sturgeon Electric Anchorage Office will be performing this work, our currently has
70 employees on staff.
Key personnel on the project will be Josh Milla, Project Manager and Josh Henrick,
General Foreman. See their resumes in section 5.
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Construction Work Plan
A significant strength of MYR Group is its ability to move qualified supervision, labor, equipment,
and tools to support our commitments to customers. Sturgeon Electric Company (SEC) has the full
support of the MYR Group. If needed, we can draw from other Sturgeon Electric locations in the
west or other MYR Group subsidiaries, such as The L.E. Myers Co. to supplement our SEC team
with additional personnel. MYR Group has over 7,000 employees and numerous field employees
are Alaska residents even though they are currently working for us in other areas.
In addition, we will use subcontractors with whom we have established relationships to perform
such tasks as survey, environmental obligations, and Traffic Control. SEC subcontractors undergo
a thorough qualification process prior to being selected. The review includes safety performance,
operating capabilities, financial strength, references, and interviews with key personnel.
Subcontractors' performance is continuously monitored, and they are required to attend all
scheduled meetings and report on safety performance and project progress. All our subcontractors
are required to work according to our work plan, schedule, standards in safety, quality, productivity,
and per all project requirements such as environmental restrictions etc.
We have assumed a project start date of August of 2025.
Construction Communication
SEC understands the importance of community communication on this project. SEC's intention
upon award is to reach out directly to all Landowners/homeowners who will be impacted with the
construction process. An initial letter will be sent out with a planned schedule and duration of the
project. Prior to any work in the area, SEC will door knock and leave a reminder notification one
week prior to starting work so the homeowners have plenty of notice and understand what will be
taking place. The existing line currently has space rented to Telalaska and GCI. Prior to
mobilization SEC will coordinate with both companies and devise a plan to streamline the transfer
process.
Construction Work Schedule
SEC's construction team intends to work a 5-12 schedule.
The following IBEW Local 1547 holidays will be observed, and we would anticipate no IBEW
work would be conducted:
• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
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• Christmas Day
Mobilization Strategies
Upon mobilization SEC will set up project headquarters at the City of Seward (COS) provided
laydown yard on Nash Road. SEC has carefully reviewed all major tasks associated with the Project
and estimates the Project will require an average of 10 workers on the job, with peak staffing
reaching approximately 15, this includes all subcontractors. Based on this task -by -task review, SEC
can break down its anticipated manpower needs as follows:
Task
Number of Crews
Crew Size
Material Receiving
1
4 men
Construction Access Crew
1
2 men
Pole Assembly and Setting
1
4 men
CMP/Anchor Installation
1
4 men
Wire Crew
2
4 men
NTP:
1. 7/22/2025 to 8/19/2025 will include onboarding subcontractors, pre -planning with City of
Seward Staff, environmental review with SWPPP filing, and Lane closure permit
application.
2. August 25th Mobilization, CMP installation, Pole Framing and Staging
3. August/September 2025 Pole setting, wire work and cut overs
4. September/October 2025, Clean up, Reclamation and Demobilize
Management Manpower requirements
For this phase of the Nash Rd Transmission line rebuild project, the following support positions
will be required:
• 1 Project Manager
• 1 Superintendent
• 1 Safety Supervisor
The Project Manager will communicate with Seward Electric, items related to schedule, project
status, RFI's, scope changes and forecasting. They will work with project superintendent on
scheduling and subcontractor coordination. The Project Manager will generate weekly schedules
updates as requested by Seward Electric.
The Superintendent is responsible for the overall planning and execution of the work. They will
review the requests and disseminate the information to the correct project staff. Having this single
point of contact for each project will help prevent miscommunication and ensure timely responses
are achieved. The Superintendent will be the direct contact with Seward Electric's Project
management team on day-to-day construction tasks. They will work closely with the Project
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Manager to staff the project at the appropriate levels. They will also work with the overall project
team to ensure items are in place for the schedule to stay on track.
The Safety Supervisor will develop the SSSP and be responsible for implementing, training, and
monitoring the crews' performance to the plan. The Safety Supervisor will perform crew visits and
inspections to ensure the crews are properly identifying hazards and putting the proper mitigation
measures in place to avoid incident or injury. They will also work with the CM and Superintendent
to schedule safety training, as necessary.
Incentives required
Based on our knowledge of other competing work planned during the same time frame, SEC is
confident that the Project's location as well as working 60 hours per non -outage work week will
attract the necessary work force to complete the job.
Subcontractors
We will work closely with our subcontractors to ensure they adhere to the project specifications,
schedule, and goals of the project and project options. The overall goal is to provide a seamless
relationship where Seward Electric views us as one organization with a common goal.
All subcontractors reporting to SEC are required to follow or implement the work practices and
systems described below while performing work under our direction at any worksite:
• Attend safety orientation and kick-off meeting prior to work execution
• Monitor employees for substance abuse and report nonconformities
• Ensure personnel have required training and competency for work required
• Participate in daily safety & construction meetings, job safety analysis or hazard
assessments and on-the-job safety inspections
• Perform pre -job safety inspections that include equipment
• Report all injuries, spills, property damage incidents and near misses
• Comply with onsite and all Owner safety rules
• Implement SEC safety practices and processes as applicable
• Clean up and restore worksite after the job is over
• Ensure compliance with regulations always
• Undergo post job safety performance review
SEC intends to subcontract the following Scopes of Work:
(please find detailed subcontractor contact information as well as required resume information in
Subcontractor Submittal)
Environmental -Midnight Sun Environmental, LLC
Pre & Post Construction Survey - Alaska Construction Surveys
Traffic Control — Shamman
Transportation Plan
SEC and its subcontractors will only use approved access routes or points required for the work as
discussed in bid documents. During construction all posted speed limits and traffic laws will be
observed to help ensure the safety of the project crews, public and environment. Every effort will
be made to minimize the number of trips between the designated laydown yard and the project
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right-of-way and only necessary equipment will be utilized to reduce the number of vehicles overall
on surface roads. Project personnel in personal vehicles will park at a designated laydown yard and
take the appropriate equipment/trucks to the ROW.
Disposal Plan
The appropriate disposal of project waste will be in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
Dumpsters and other refuse receptacles provided will be designated to accept general refuse,
recyclable items, and any Hazardous Materials (if encountered), etc. SEC expects typical waste and
or recyclable items to include (but not be limited to): food items, plastic, rubber, crating/shipping
material, office waste, metal/steel/aluminum All waste will be handled by a reputable refuse haul -
off company and taken to an appropriate landfill or refuse processing facility as required. We have
included the disposal of the existing line components such as wood poles, lattice structures, framing,
down guys & anchors, and conductor.
Safety Plan
Site Specific Safety and Health Plan
Prior to mobilization we will develop a project -specific safety program for the Project. This plan
will be designed to coordinate the safety and health efforts of SEC, our subcontractors, COS, and
any other project site visitors consistently. This plan will be submitted to COS for review and
acceptance.
Contents will include:
• Emergency Contact List
• Medical Facilities
• Evacuation Plan
• Policy Statement
• Scope of Work Description
• Summary of Major Risks
o Identification of hazardous conditions & mitigations
• Project Organization and Responsibilities
o Limitation and qualifications of human resources
• Site Requirements
• Safety Procedures
o Adherence to work rules/safety codes
o Protection of public
o Protection of SEC employees and subcontractors
• Equipment Safety
o General Safety rules for equipment
o Adequacy of project equipment to perform
• General Hazardous Materials Information
• Accident Prevention/Reporting Guidelines
Training/Orientation
• Job -Site orientation — will review SSSP requirements.
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Meetings
• Pre -Job Communications — Meet with subs, communicate characteristics and concerns of
project OSHA & Safety Requirements
• Daily Safety meetings — morning, after breaks, when work/activity conditions change. THA
(Task Hazard Analysis') will be completed, reviewed and signed off by all crew members
Incident Management/Incident Reporting
• SEC will follow Seward Electrics contract and specification requirements to report
accidents, and near hits, using the proper forms and protocol.
• Seward Electric's PM will be immediately notified by SEC's Project Manager.
• Proper documents will be filed within the notification period stated in the specification.
Congested Area Plan:
We do not expect a Congested Area Plan for the Nash Road Project.
Procurement and Material Management
Material submittals, review, approval, and purchase requirements:
SEC will provide COS with cut sheets from preferred vendors, if required, for all Contractor
Furnished Materials (CFM) to be procured.
We have included the OFM dollar amount in our overall Builders All Risk coverage.
Material receipt, Inventory Control, and Disbursement Techniques
SEC will receive CFM materials and OFM at the above mentioned laydown yard.
• Poles — COS Provided Laydown Yard
• Conductor — COS Provided Laydown Yard
• Framming Material — COS Provided Laydown Yard
• All other OFM — COS Provided Laydown Yard
All Material will be inspected as it is received and accepted from the Owner or supplier only when
determined to be acceptable and in good condition. Quantities received will be checked against
material issued lists from OFM and packing lists from the vendor then tracked against the total
quantities required. Errors and omissions on the packing list will be noted and reported to the
Management. Partial shipments, damage, or other issues will also be reported to the Material
Manager. Items that will fit in a locked Connex will be secured as such.
Before installation, all material will be stored to prevent damage or deterioration. Dedicated hauling
crews will deliver the poles and line materials to the individual sites, and Management will
document the material that is taken from the material location sites to the individual field structure
sites. The hauling, assembly, and erection crews will be responsible for the line materials at the
individual sites and will report missing or defective materials to the Material Manager. The
structures, conductor, insulators, and all material will be transported, handled, and installed
properly and in accordance with supplier specifications and/or recommendations and COS's
specifications to prevent any unacceptable stress, damage to protective coatings, or breakage.
SEC and/or our subcontractors intend to utilize the following vendors and/or suppliers —
Backfill Materials — METCO
CMP — Contech
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Construction Logistics and Methodologies
General Approach/Outage Plan/Execution
Once on -site SEC will have a two -man crew go out ahead and create access into each structure.
They will clear trees, flatten the work area to prep for the CMP crew, while building mat roads on
the wetlands where needed. Next a crew will come behind installing CMP's followed by a crew
staging and framing poles. The crew will then proceed with spreading the distribution and staging
backfill material.
Next, we will take the outage on the transmission line and begin setting poles. We will have two
crews setting poles, transferring the transmission conductors, and retiring poles. We will be
prioritizing the transmission work to minimize the transmission outage duration. Once the poles
are set and all the old wire has been transferred, we will pull in the new wire with the old. We will
sag and clip the conductor, finalizing the transmission work then release our clearance and
reenergize the transmission.
At this point the crews will proceed with reconductoring the distribution. Once the new Distribution
is installed, SEC crews will transfer and energize the new distribution circuit. Finally, SEC will
begin project clean up, ROW stabilization followed by demobilization.
Environmental Issues
SEC will work with Midnight Sun Environmental to establish an Erosion Sediment Control Plan
(ESCP), SWPPP, BMP install and maintenance, and mitigation measures for environmental
concerns. We have included hydroseeding in our proposal. Once construction is completed our
crew will regrade disturbed areas and install hydroseeding to stabilize the ROW.
Potential environmental constraints and areas of concern are detailed below.
• Bird Nesting — We will comply with the MBTA and BGEPA re: seasonal timeframes and
proximity to working near known nests.
• Bear Denning — We will follow the required measures to minimize the potential for
interactions with bears that are denning in the area of work during winter (March and April)
• Stream and Wetland Crossings - avoidance and mitigation measures will be taken including
finding alternate access routes or installing temporary culverts and/or bridges.
Landowner Coordination
Our project team will also provide support for landowner coordination to support construction
activities. A SEC representative will ensure all private landowners are aware of construction
activities and the proposed schedule for work. If necessary, we will coordinate with any private
landowners to facilitate driveway and road closures.
SEC does intend to document all existing Right of Way conditions pre and post construction, this
will mitigate any landowner disputes regarding existing conditions prior to construction.
Construction Plan Sturgeon Electric Company
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Construction Survey
Our licensed survey subcontractor, Alaskan Construction Survey, will conduct pre and post
construction surveys. SEC will locate and protect all survey control and reference points. Alaska
Construction Surveys will follow the Accuracy of Data information as found in the project
specifications, field notes will be provided to Seward Electric and will contain the required data.
Alaskan Construction Survey will establish a new centerline using the City of Seward provided
construction information and drawings. It is understood that structure centerlines cannot differ from
design locations. Survey stakes will be labeled with new structure number, pole length, class, station
and type located at centerline. Anchor locations will be staked at their offset locations, indicating
offset distance.
The as -built survey shall be directly related to the centerline established by the construction survey
including all new and relocated facilities. The as -built survey will consist of all deliverable items
identified in the project specifications including a signed certificate from surveyor confirming
elevations and locations of construction conform with the Contract Documents.
Potential Challenges & Mitigation Plans
Opportunities seldom come without challenges, and this project is no exception. SEC has identified
several potential project challenges, ranging from environmental to weather, Landowners, and
Traffic. SEC has established plans to mitigate the impact of each potential challenge. We are
confident in our ability to identify emergent issues during the life of the Project, and to respond
quickly in a positive manner
Sturgeon Electric Company (SEC) is very familiar with this project. Having completed Nash Rd
Phase 1 in 2023 SEC intends to implement knowledge of the site location and implement same
practices to ensure a safe and quality product for Seward Electric. SEC walked the project on
6/13/2025 to thoroughly go through the new design for Phase 2 to better understand how to best
construct this project. We noted that there is a large discrepancy between actual units in the field
and the units identified in the plans and ITB. We estimate that there will be an additional 10%
increase in project costs to account for the actual units in the field. During the walkthrough SEC
pinpointed four concerns that stood out.
The first concern is the existing load on the Spring Creek Substation. The information provided to
bidders during the Prebid meeting was that the COS intentions are to utilize the existing distribution
feeder from the Fort Raymond Substation to carry the Spring Creek load during the transmission
rebuild process. COS staff stated the shipyard was awarded a large project and they will be a large
draw on the grid during construction. During our site walk on 6/13 we noted that the existing Fort
Raymond Feeder conductor appears to be too small to carry the Spring Creek Substations load. If
SEC is the chosen bidder, we would recommend that the COS perform load calculations to see if
the Fort Raymond conductor is large enough to handle the extra load. Sturgeon plans to spread the
existing distribution to create room for setting the new poles and to move the energized conductor
out so we will not be pulling in the new transmission conductor over energized Distribution. This
creates the safest work environment for our crews. If the existing distribution is undersized and
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cannot carry the Spring Creek load, Sturgeon Electric would be willing to work longer hours and
more days to minimize the outage time on the transmission.
The second concern identified is the standing water and marsh areas from poles TF 1— TF 18. During
the preconstruction meeting the COS stated that they will be constructing the new work pads along
the swamp and not installing piling as called out on the staking sheets. SEC has factored in swamp
matting into our bid. We feel that mating will be a crucial asset to obtain access to the wet structure
location, speed up construction and limit the environmental impact caused by the construction
activities. SEC intends to utilize 50-60 mats during the construction process.
The third concern is the anchors that are called out in the design. Sturgeon feels that the 24" plate
anchor will not hold the conductor load in the soil conditions that are present on the project. SEC
would recommend installing a 4ft slug anchor instead of a 24" plate and have the contractor import
backfill material to the swamp anchor locations. We encountered multiple locations on Phase 1
that required imported fill be added to the top of 4ft and 7ft concrete anchors before they were able
to pass the pull test and anticipate this issue to be more prevalent on this phase. Our anchor pricing
does not account for imported backfill material for these wet locations.
The final concern is Nash Rd is a high traffic area. Our proposal includes the cost for daily flagging
on the project. We will have two flaggers and a pilot car. Sturgeon feels that having a high level
of flagging present will be required to keep the public and crews safe during construction. We
could utilize temporary traffic signals to save costs on the project but felt that having flaggers on
site daily would help keep traffic flowing at the quickest rate possible, which will help keep
community frustration to a minimum. Our pricing also includes the use of a Highway Message
board. Shamman will set up a message board on the Seward Highway north of Nash Road to notify
the driving public of the work we will be performing along Nash Road.
Wire Pulling Plan
Transmission Pull #1: Structure T255 to TF39
Distribution Pull #2: Structure TF 1 to TF 13
Distribution Pull #3: Structure TF13 to TF39
Outage Constraints
Wildlife
There is the possibility for wildlife interaction in the current ROW. We will follow the SOP
measures to minimize interactions with denning bears, nesting birds, and any other wildlife SEC
may encounter.
Public Safety/Working in congested area
In addition to our workforce safety on this project, we also need to be very cognizant of the public's
safety while we are working near public areas. The ROW crossing driveways of private residences
and business has its set of challenges. SEC intends to mitigate these impacts as much as possible
and have constant and open communication with the landowners affected.
Construction Plan Sturgeon Electric Company
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Date: 7/15/2025
Attn: Taylor Crocker
RE: Nash Rd Phase 2 Clarifications
Dear Taylor,
Sturgeon Electric, a preferred electrical contractor in Alaska, providing services since 1912, has provided comprehensive
electrical construction solutions to clients throughout Alaska as well the western United States. Our Commercial & Industrial
(C&I), Transportation and Power Line Construction (T&D) divisions, all located in Anchorage, can respond to any needs our
clients may have - from preconstruction services to construction and maintenance services as well as everything in between,
no matter the size. We are also an OSHA Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star Status company and were the first
electrical construction mobile workforce contractor in the United States selected for this elite status. We take great pride in
our work, experience, and culture.
We are pleased to present these clarifications to our proposal. Sturgeon completed Nash Rd Phase 2 in 2023 and is very
familiar with what is required and have identified clarifications below as well as in our work plan to show understanding of
what is required to complete this project.
Clarifications:
• Sturgeon has all linemen on staff currently to complete this work and is ready to mobilize immediately upon
executed contract.
• City of Seward supply all working pads per design.
• Bid does not include piling installation based off of information provided during bid process COS said that piling
structures were going to change to pad structures.
• City of Seward to supply clearing support if needed.
• City of Seward to supply all permitting for accessing swamp and wetlands.
• Sturgeon intends to work on this project 5 days per week 12 hours per day. Sturgeon is willing to work an expedited
schedule to minimize transmission outage days. However, additional compensation for added overtime would be
required. See attached schedule to show detailed outline of flow of work. Sturgeon intends to have one mobilization
in August and complete the work by mid October.
• Traffic control costs include charges associated with flagging near AK Railroad property, Track watch included.
• See work plan for a detailed list of clarifications
We appreciate the opportunity to submit this proposal for your consideration and look forward to working with your firm.
Should you have any questions or concerns please contact us at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Josh Henrick
Phone: 907-617-3186
Email: Jhenrick@myrgroup.com
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An MYR Company 1 Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. 1301 E. 64th Ave. Anchorage, AK 99518 907.344.0321 sturgeonelectric.com
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TRAFFIC - SHAMAN TRAFFIC CONTROL
SURVEY - AK CONSTRUCTION SURVEYS
SWPPP - MIDNIGHT SUN ENVIRONMENTAL
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Human Resources Policy Statement
HR 03.10
Policy
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or
perceived race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, military service member or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy,
parenthood, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local laws.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees of the Company and all aspects of employment including, but not limited
to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination.
Guidelines
The Company's management teams are dedicated to upholding this policy with respect to recruitment,
hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general
treatment during employment.
The Company will continually review its personnel practices and procedures to ensure that all supervisors
and managers are adhering to the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity principles.
Recruitment and Hiring
In the recruitment and selection of employees, it is the policy of the Company to further the principles of
equal employment opportunity by seeking talented and competent persons who are suited for the position
available by reason of education, training, interpersonal skills, and general ability. The Company will make
this policy known to employment agencies, personnel, and all recruiting sources used. In all solicitations
and advertisements for employees, the Company will use or require the use of specific reference to its
status as an "Equal Opportunity Employer," and will indicate its desire to consider both male and female
applicants.
Promotions/Transfers
Promotions within the Company are based on past performance and qualifications to perform additional
functions and/or assume additional responsibilities, as determined by management, using objective
standards. Transfer decisions, that may or may not accompany a promotion, will be based on anticipated
or actual business needs, as determined by management, and will be made in compliance with the
applicable provisions of this policy.
Personnel Actions/Benefits
Personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company
sponsored training, education, and social programs will be administered without regard to actual or
perceived race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
military service member or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, parenthood, or
any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
In the area of employer contributions for insurance, pensions, welfare programs, and other similar "fringe
benefits," the Company will not be considered to have violated these guidelines if the contributions are the
same for men and women or if the resulting benefits are equal.
Reasonable Accommodation
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Human Resources Policy Statement
HR 03.10
The Company will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for the known physical or mental
limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue
hardship on the Company's operations. If an employee needs assistance to perform his or her job duties
because of a physical or mental condition the Company should be notified.
The Company will endeavor to accommodate the sincere religious beliefs of its employees to the extent
such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the Company's operations. If an employee
wishes to request such an accommodation, the Company should be notified.
Work Conditions
The Company will take all necessary steps to ensure that each employee's work environment is free of
unlawful discrimination or harassment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national
origin, age, disability, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service member or veteran
status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, parenthood, or any other characteristic protected by
applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Employees shall not be penalized in their conditions of employment because they require time away from
work on account of childbearing or other qualified leave, such as adoption, or the foster care placement of
a child, as covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act (see the Family and Medical Leave Policy
Statement HR 02.10). A qualified leave will be justification for a leave of absence for a reasonable period.
Following a qualified leave, and upon signifying intent to return, within a reasonable time, such employees
shall be reinstated to their original job or to a position of like status and pay, without loss of service credit.
Any employee with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace, or who
believe they have not been treated in accordance with this policy, are encouraged to contact the Human
Resources Department at (303) 286-8000 or Human-Resources@myrgroup.com, or the Company's
Anonymous Incident Reporting System at (800) 461-9330. The Company will not allow any form of
retaliation against individuals who raise issues related to equal employment opportunity.
Affirmative Action Programs
In order to further promote the Company policy of non-discrimination and to promote the effective utilization
of minority groups and female personnel, the Company has adopted and implemented an Affirmative Action
Program. This program is periodically reviewed and communicated to all management personnel. In
addition, Affirmative Action Programs have been prepared with respect to handicapped persons, military
service members, and veterans. The implementation of the Affirmative Action Programs shall be the
responsibility of each manager and supervisor.
Policy Responsibility/Administration
All Company officers and managers are responsible for administration of this policy. Violators of this policy
are subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, termination.
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Fair Employment Practices
FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES FOR QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA
THIS QUESTIONNAIRE ON FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES FOR THE
QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS IS PART OF THIS BID DOCUMENT AND MUST BE
RETURNED WITH YOUR BID. FAILURE TO COMPLETE THIS FORM MAY BE
SUFFICIENT CAUSE FOR REJECTION OF YOUR BID. IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO
SUBMIT THIS FORM ON AN ANNUAL BASIS IN ORDER FOR THE CITY TO
MAINTAIN AND UP-TO-DATE FILE ON YOUR PROGRESS IN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYMENT. AS REQUIRED BY FEDERAL AND STATE LAWS AND
REGULATIONS, THE CITY MAY REQUEST ADDITIONAL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION FROM YOU.
"FAIR" OR "EQUAL EMPLOYMENT" MEANS THE PRACTICE OF NOT
DISCRIMINATING AMONG PERSONS ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, SEX,
NATIONAL ORIGIN OR AGE.
THIS QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE EVALUATED BY THE PURCHASING AGENT AND
HIS RECOMMENDATIONS WILL BE A FACTOR IN DETERMINING WHETHER YOUR
FIRM IS TO BE RETAINED ON THE CITY'S BID LIST.
SECTION A
NAME OF FIRM Sturgeon Electric Company
ADDRESS 1301 East 64th Avenue
TELEPHONE NUMBER 907-344-0321
NATURE OF BUSINESS Electrical Company
NUMBER OF FULL TIME EMPLOYEES 20-90 depending on season
PERSON FILLING OUT FORM Sheri Gorne
TITLE Office Supervisor
SECTION B
DO YOU HAVE A WRITTEN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT POLICY?
YES X NO
IF YES, PLEASE ATTACH COPY
IF NO, DO YOU PLAN TO ADOPT ONE IN THE NEAR FUTURE?
YES NO_
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Fair Employment Practices
SECTION C
DO YOU HAVE A WRITTEN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY?
YES NO X
IF YES, PLEASE ATTACH COPY
IF NO, DO YOU PLAN TO ADOPT ONE IN THE NEAR FUTURE?
YES NO X Our Equal Employment Oppoutunity Policy addresses AAP
SECTION D
DO YOU UTILIZE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION IN EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES,
SUCH AS ADVERTISING ALL POSITIONS WITH THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
CLAUSE, MAKING SPECIAL EFFORTS TO RECRUIT MINORITY AND FEMALE
JOB APPLICANTS AND REVIEWING JOB -TESTING PROCECURES TO ENSURE
THAT NO DISCRIMINATORY BIASES EXIST?
YES X NO
SECTION E
NAME OF OFFICER OF FIRM Eric Lauriha
SIGNATURE OF OFFICER .c a .e/La.
DATE 7/14/2025
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Human Resources Policy Statement
HR 03.10
Policy
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or
perceived race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, military service member or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy,
parenthood, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local laws.
Scope
This policy applies to all employees of the Company and all aspects of employment including, but not limited
to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination.
Guidelines
The Company's management teams are dedicated to upholding this policy with respect to recruitment,
hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general
treatment during employment.
The Company will continually review its personnel practices and procedures to ensure that all supervisors
and managers are adhering to the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity principles.
Recruitment and Hiring
In the recruitment and selection of employees, it is the policy of the Company to further the principles of
equal employment opportunity by seeking talented and competent persons who are suited for the position
available by reason of education, training, interpersonal skills, and general ability. The Company will make
this policy known to employment agencies, personnel, and all recruiting sources used. In all solicitations
and advertisements for employees, the Company will use or require the use of specific reference to its
status as an "Equal Opportunity Employer," and will indicate its desire to consider both male and female
applicants.
Promotions/Transfers
Promotions within the Company are based on past performance and qualifications to perform additional
functions and/or assume additional responsibilities, as determined by management, using objective
standards. Transfer decisions, that may or may not accompany a promotion, will be based on anticipated
or actual business needs, as determined by management, and will be made in compliance with the
applicable provisions of this policy.
Personnel Actions/Benefits
Personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company
sponsored training, education, and social programs will be administered without regard to actual or
perceived race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
military service member or veteran status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, parenthood, or
any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
In the area of employer contributions for insurance, pensions, welfare programs, and other similar "fringe
benefits," the Company will not be considered to have violated these guidelines if the contributions are the
same for men and women or if the resulting benefits are equal.
Reasonable Accommodation
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Human Resources Policy Statement
HR 03.10
The Company will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for the known physical or mental
limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue
hardship on the Company's operations. If an employee needs assistance to perform his or her job duties
because of a physical or mental condition the Company should be notified.
The Company will endeavor to accommodate the sincere religious beliefs of its employees to the extent
such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the Company's operations. If an employee
wishes to request such an accommodation, the Company should be notified.
Work Conditions
The Company will take all necessary steps to ensure that each employee's work environment is free of
unlawful discrimination or harassment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national
origin, age, disability, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service member or veteran
status, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, parenthood, or any other characteristic protected by
applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Employees shall not be penalized in their conditions of employment because they require time away from
work on account of childbearing or other qualified leave, such as adoption, or the foster care placement of
a child, as covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act (see the Family and Medical Leave Policy
Statement HR 02.10). A qualified leave will be justification for a leave of absence for a reasonable period.
Following a qualified leave, and upon signifying intent to return, within a reasonable time, such employees
shall be reinstated to their original job or to a position of like status and pay, without loss of service credit.
Any employee with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace, or who
believe they have not been treated in accordance with this policy, are encouraged to contact the Human
Resources Department at (303) 286-8000 or Human-Resources@myrgroup.com, or the Company's
Anonymous Incident Reporting System at (800) 461-9330. The Company will not allow any form of
retaliation against individuals who raise issues related to equal employment opportunity.
Affirmative Action Programs
In order to further promote the Company policy of non-discrimination and to promote the effective utilization
of minority groups and female personnel, the Company has adopted and implemented an Affirmative Action
Program. This program is periodically reviewed and communicated to all management personnel. In
addition, Affirmative Action Programs have been prepared with respect to handicapped persons, military
service members, and veterans. The implementation of the Affirmative Action Programs shall be the
responsibility of each manager and supervisor.
Policy Responsibility/Administration
All Company officers and managers are responsible for administration of this policy. Violators of this policy
are subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, termination.
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Non Collusive Affidavit
CITY OF SEWARD
NON -COLLUSIVE AFFIDAVIT OF BIDDER
The undersigned bidder, having fully informed themselves regarding the accuracy of the
statements made herein certifies that:
(1) the bidder developed the bid independently and submitted it without collusion
with, and without any agreement, understanding, or planned common course of
action with any other entity designed to limit independent bidding or competition,
and
(2) the bidder, its employees and agents have not communicated the contents of the
bid to any person not an employee or agent of the proposer and will not
communicate the proposal to any such person prior to the official opening of the
proposal.
The undersigned bidder further certifies that this statement is executed for the purpose of
inducing the City of Seward to consider the bid and make an award in accordance therewith.
Sturgeon Electric Company/ MYR Group
1301 East 64th Avenue Anchorage, AK 99518
Legal Name of Proposer/Firm Business Address
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Alan A. Growd [strict Manager
Printed Name of Title Person
Dat7/A/20D-3—
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Subscribed and sworn to me this /5 day of Jaly , 202s.
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STATE OF ALASKA
NOTARY PUBLIC
Sheri L. Gorne
My Commission Expires Jan 3, 2020
ary Public
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RESOLUTION 2025-078
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE
REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A TRANSRUPTER
SWITCH FROM SOUTHERN STATES, LLC IN
THE AMOUNT OF $39,265
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2025-078
• Attachments:
o Southern States Quote
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Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Operations Supervisor
Subject: Resolution 2025-078: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase
Replacement Parts for a Transrupter Switch from Southern States, LLC in
the Amount of $39,265
Background and justification:
The City of Seward Electric Department recently identified a critical need to repair one of the
transrupter switches within the transmission system. This switch plays a vital role in maintaining
safe and reliable operation of the electric grid. Failure to repair this component in a timely manner
increases the risk of outages and could compromise the reliability of electric service to the
community.
Southern States, LLC is the original equipment manufacturer of the transrupter switch and the sole
source provider for the necessary replacement parts. The City received a quote from Southern
States (Proposal No. SF091708-2, dated July 21, 2025) totaling $39,265 for the required
components, which include the Int/Driver Assembly, Vanguard Insulator, Hinge Assembly, and
Shunt Trip Assembly.
Due to the proprietary nature of the equipment and the lack of alternative suppliers, this purchase
qualifies as a sole source procurement. The repair is essential and time -sensitive, making it critical
to move forward without delay.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of:
$
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Creates expenditure in amount of: $ 39,265
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s): 15000 3000 7221 0000 00000
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
x
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature: 51 •
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
Adopt Resolution
Other:
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-078
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE
REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A TRANSRUPTER SWITCH FROM
SOUTHERN STATES, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,265
WHEREAS, the City of Seward Electric Department is responsible for maintaining the
electric utility infrastructure to ensure safe and reliable service to its customers; and
WHEREAS, a critical transrupter switch component in the City's transmission system
requires immediate repair to maintain the reliability of the electric grid; and
WHEREAS, Southern States, LLC is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and
sole source provider of the transrupter switch and its associated components; and
WHEREAS, Southern States has provided a quote dated July 21, 2025 in the amount of
$39,265 for the necessary replacement parts; and
WHEREAS, due to the proprietary nature of the equipment and the urgency of the repair,
it is in the best interest of the City to proceed with this purchase.
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 issue a purchase order
to Southern States, LLC in the amount of $39,265 for the procurement of replacement parts for the
transrupter switch.
Section 2. Funding for this purchase in the amount of $39,265 is hereby appropriated from
the Electric Fund FY25-26 budget under the Operating Material expense account 15000-3000-
7221.
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 th
day of August 2025.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Proposal:SF091708-2
Customer Information
Name: City of Seward, AK
Project Name:
Contact: James Unrein
Southern
I States
30 Georgia Avenue • Hampton, GA 30228
Phone 770-946-4562 • Fax 770-946-8106
www.southernstateslIc.com
Prepared by: Drew Keller
Email: d.keller@southernstateslIc.com
Mobile: (678) 708-7751
Pricing Date: 7/21/2025
Exp. Date: 8/7/2025
Est. Shipment
Freight Terms
Payment Terms
Terms and Conditions
Currency
18-20 weeks
FOB Hampton, GA Freight
Prepaid and Added to Invoice
Net 30 Days after receipt of invoice
Southern
States standard
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Item
Description
Part Number
Unit Price
Qty
Ext Price
1
Int/Drvr Assembly 750/650 kV Bil
08129029
$ 26,795
1
$ 26,795
3
TR-286 Vanguard Insulator
10121710VG1
$ 630
1
$ 630
4
Hinge Assembly - 121 kV
08125928
$ 4,155
1
$ 4,155
5
Shunt Trip Assembly - 48 VDC
08125855
$ 7,685
1
$ 7,685
Special Terms:
Clarifications and Exceptions:
Order Placement:
Orders less than $300 require credit card.
Quote Total: $39,265
Please include proposal number SF091708-2 on your PO.
Email or fax purchase orders or call in credit card to:
po@SouthernStatesLLC.com
Phone: 770-946-4562
Fax: 678-902-9374
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Note: Tariffs - Southern States reserves the right to adjust prices to reflect the impact of any tariffs,
duties or other governmental charges imposed after the date of this proposal.
Sales Tax - Pricing does not include applicable sales tax unless specifically itemized in the
proposal. If a current tax exemption certificate has not been provided, the applicable sales tax
will be added to the invoice.
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City Manager Report
Administration
Over the past few weeks, there have been some exciting moments of community
connection and external engagement in Seward. The Seward Community Library &
Museum hosted its annual Garden Party, a lively celebration complete with worm races
and salmon dip. Events like these are a great reminder of how the Library serves as a hub of
civic life in our community.
I also had the opportunity to present to the Seward Rotary Club on the City's recent $45.7
million Clean Ports grant from the EPA. The presentation focused on what this funding will
mean for Seward —from modernizing infrastructure and reducing emissions to positioning
our city as a leader in sustainable port operations. Rotary members asked thoughtful
questions and expressed strong interest in the project's long-term benefits for the
community.
Looking ahead, we're preparing to host several federal and state legislative visits to Seward
in the coming weeks. These visits are key opportunities to advocate for city priorities,
highlight recent accomplishments, and continue building strong relationships with our
elected partners.
At the meeting on July 28, Council requested Administration bring back something
regarding the utilities being brought in for the Zimmerman properties so that the pavement
would not be have to be torn up. After further investigation, it was discovered that the
utilities were already brought in. Hilltop brought in and paid for the water and sewer lines
through the Zimmerman lots a couple of years ago as they needed that water loop and
sewage drainage for their development. The utility stub outs to the individual properties
were put in couple weeks before [we received the request] by Mr. Zimmerman. City code is
clear that we cannot reimburse for work already done.
We have been working more closely with the Borough Office of Emergency Management
(OEM) to improve communication to make sure that we have accurate and up to date
information so we can inform and respond appropriately when incidents occur. We are
also working on communication within the incident management team (administration,
PD, FD). Following the Kamchatka earthquake and Tsunami Advisory, these efforts paid off
with better communication and (potential) response on the city's part.
The City has been fielding some calls regarding the condition of the dump road. The city is
only responsible for maintaining the paved portion of Dieckgraeff Rd. The dirt portion is
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the Borough's responsibility. If people have concerns, they can call the Borough Roads
Department.
Harbor Department
• No major issues have been reported within the Harbor area.
• The 50-ton lift schedule will be available on a limited basis the week of 7/28 — 8/1 for
annual maintenance and inspection.
• Status on Leases
o Coast Guard has vacated their lease site, and we are processing paperwork
to terminate the lease on July 31
o The Vertical Bridge Extension paperwork has been signed by them and will be
sent to be recorded in the first week of August
o AT&T lease extension —first draft has been sent to them for their review
o Jag lease extension — is under review but still optimistic to bring before
council in September, and the two new leases within SMIC area will be
revisited after the fishing season
• The weather has been cooperating for the crew to accomplish some small repairs
within the area and start some projects.
• The 70th Salmon Derby starts on Aug 9 and continues through Aug 17. We will be
open from 6 AM to 9 PM serving the many users within the area.
SMIC
• No major issues have been reported within the SMIC area.
• The 300-ton Travelift will be out of service for annual maintenance and inspection
the week of 7/28 — 8/1. This is going smoothly with no issues reported.
• North Dock has been active with our next barge scheduled for the first week of
August.
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Fire Department
• Emergency Responses for
the Year 2025: 371
• Fire and Life Safety
Inspections 2025: 414 with
266 violations noted
• Building permits YTD: 62
with a total valuation of
$37,654,588.26
• Thanks to the collaborative
efforts with the Bear Creek
Fire Department, Seward
Fire Department was able to
test 20,567 feet of hose and Bear Creek tested 15,950 feet of hose for a
combined
total of 36,517 feet of hose. What would normally take each fire department several
months to accomplish was completed in one week.
Community Development
• The Community Development department is working on analyzing the data we
received from the four Comprehensive Plan surveys. A full report will be available
for the Council and public later this Fall.
• Here are some snapshots of a few of the results from the surveys.
o Graph showing total survey responses.
o Graph showing how long people have lived in Seward and if they see
themselves living in Seward 5 years from now.
o A word cloud showing the most commonly used words when asked, "What
are 1-5 adjectives that come to mind when you think of Seward?"
family -oriented cliquey
bustling
adventurous
gocean wild beautifu
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small-town
charming
rainy
fun Historic community
carin
tight-kr it quiet
homey SPc
scenic
COZY mountainous expensive
stunning isolated
natural -beauty touristy quaint
quaint picturesque
seasonal remote
recreation rugged
welcoming
unique friendly
nature
peaceful
wildlife outdoorsy
safe
vibrant
windy
marine
active
fishing
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Years Lived in Sewa rd
Total Survey Responses
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Quality of Life
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Land Use Economy
• Community Development completed another screening of all short-term rental
listings in Seward on the new Host Compliance website through Granicus and
identified three non -compliant short-term rentals. One of these is now in
compliance, and staff is working with the other two property owners to become
compliant.
• The City of Seward currently has 95 permitted short-term rentals.
• August 19 will be a P&Z work session discussing parking requirements in Seward.
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Police Department
• Axon Upgrades to fleet completed.
• Remember if you have a Rea1ID with a P.O. Box as your address you need to get in
and have it corrected to a physical address.
• Animal Shelter is hosting the Soldotna Animal Hospital on 8/14, 8/28 and booking
appointments for veterinarian services.
• Animal Shelter hosting SPCA on 8/26.
Statistics YTD
Patrol
• Written Reports: 290
• Criminal Arrests: 60
• Minor Offense Citations: 642
• Motor Vehicle Accidents: 9
Dispatch
• Event/Incident/Service Calls: 3841
• 911 Calls: 736
Animal Control
• Complaints:50
• Impounds:15
• Surrenders: 35 Dogs and 24 Cats
• Adoptions: 29 Dogs and 17 Cats
• Sent to Rescue: 10 Dogs
• Medical Assist: 3
Parks & Recreation Department
Sports & Recreation: Sports and Rec never sleeps and that is apparent no matter what
month of the year it is. In the past two weeks we have been moving and grooving through all
our regularly scheduled programs, and leagues, as well as a couple of one-off events.
• On the 19th, the Sports and Rec Department hosted the Camp Stove Cook off. This
event featured some of the most talented camp chefs in town going toe -to -toe to
see who can come up with the most delicious camp meal of them all. In the end,
our very own Claire along with her partner Stu ended up taking home the gold.
• On the 26 we put on the Racquetball Time -Trials -Tourney. This was a speed round
tournament where participants only had 10 minutes to secure a win and move on. In
the end, Russ White, another one of our own ended up taking home the gold.
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• The Sports and Rec Department is also
currently running a number of leagues
including the Doubles Pickleball League, The
Softball League, and the Kids Soccer League.
The Doubles Pickleball League still has three
weeks to go but is currently being led by the
"Golden Tassles". Monday August 4 was the
Championship for the Softball League ending
SPRD's first season running this league.
• August 4 — 7 SPRD hosted the Adult Adventure
Social. Also we hosted the Sleep No More
production, and a "Musicals Skate Night".
• Finally, we are very excited for the upcoming "The Dan Seavey Trailblazer 5k" Sat,
Aug 16th, a race where runners are encouraged to run alongside their dogs through
town starting at the Historic Mile 0 of the Iditarod Trail. More than just a race, this
event will feature a number of vendors from across Alaska and will be in honor of
the late Dan Seavey.
Teen Rec Room:
• The teen room is staying busy with 49 visits since mid -July and about 115 hours of
use.
• In the past two weeks, we have been working with Abby Webb who is currently in the
MAT program at UAS to become a teacher in K-8. Starting this week, she will be
stopping by semi regularly to share stories about the history of the Aleut people.
• This week we saw the teens take a little more charge of their own space in a few
different ways. They have been getting more active with our new, revamped points
system. They also got together and decided they wanted to rearrange some
furniture in a way that made indoor recreation easier. We are constantly
encouraging the teens to collaborate and make that space theirs.
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Campgrounds:
• Looking to include 29 new water and Electric Hook up sites for the 2026 season.
• Improving signage in Campgrounds
• Providing more informational brochures locating parks, trails, restrooms, potable
water, day use areas, etc.
Park Maintenance: Gardens are in full bloom! Planting more perennials this year to fill the
gardens next year ;= Thank you to our full-time gardener Maggie Wilkins for keeping the
flower beds maintained.
• Painted the Branson Pavilion
• Various staining projects around town
• Keeping Parks, fields and Cemeteries mowed and maintained.
• Installed new "Stucco" Johnson interpretive sign at the pocket park across from the
Rotary Park.
Seward Community Library & Museum
• We're excited to announce that the Seward Community Library & Museum now
offers access to America's News by NewsBank—an incredible online resource with
over 4,000 trusted news sources from across the country!
• Explore breaking stories, local and national coverage, and special reports, all from
the comfort of the library or from home using your library card. Start exploring today
by visiting our website!
• Working on Online With Libraries (OWL) and other grant applications.
• Summer Reading Program Updates
o August is almost here —but we're not done yet! So far, the community has
read an incredible 173,671 minutes, which equals 2,894 hours or about 120
straight days of reading!
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o There are just 26,329 minutes left to reach our final community goal of
200,000 minutes. Let's finish strong!
o Keep reading, logging, and redeeming your prizes —let's keep this
momentum going!
• Our next few programs are:
o Wednesday, August 6 - Floor is Lava 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Seward
Children's Museum. Navigate obstacles without touching the ground. Can
you make it across the room?
o Thursday, August 7 - Inventions & Maze Drawings 10:00 AM-12:00 PM,
Library Community Room. Draw an invention or create a maze to challenge
your friends!
o Wednesday, August 13 - End of Summer Reading BBQ
10:00 AM-12:00 PM, Branson Pavilion. Join us for food, fun, and prizes as we
celebrate all the amazing reading and learning you've done this summer. It's
the final week of the Summer Reading Program! Turn in your reading logs by
Wednesday to be eligible for final prizes.
• Adult Chess is back on Wednesdays 11:30 - 1:00.
• Chess for Kids will be back in Sept on Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:00 PM
• Digital Literacy Classes return this September at the Seward Community Library &
Museum and the Seward Senior Center. Locations will alternate weekly. Classes
are held on Wednesdays from 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Electric Department
• Power Sales Agreement Finalized
The City of Seward and Chugach Electric Association (CEA) have successfully
finalized a new Power Sales Agreement. We are pleased to continue our power
purchase partnership with CEA. As part of our ongoing collaboration, both entities
are working together to develop a joint maintenance plan for the transmission lines
between Lawing and Dave's Creek substations to ensure long-term system
reliability and cost-effective operations.
• IBEW Contract Agreement (2025-2029)
The City of Seward has reached a new collective bargaining agreement with the
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), covering Electric
Department employees. This contract governs wages and working conditions for
the period of 2025 through 2029 and reflects a mutual commitment to supporting
our workforce and maintaining high standards of service delivery.
• GIS Mapping Project Underway
Alaska Remote Imaging has commenced fieldwork for the Electric Department's
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comprehensive GIS mapping update. The project will span our entire service area
and is expected to take approximately three months. This initiative will significantly
enhance our system data accuracy and support future planning and infrastructure
improvements.
• Mt. Marathon Hydro Project Restarted
The Electric Department is reinitiating the Mt. Marathon Hydroelectric Project, with
work officially beginning on Wednesday, August 6. While this is a small-scale
project, it represents a meaningful step toward diversifying our power generation
portfolio. We anticipate having a preliminary cost estimate soon as we assess the
feasibility of the project.
Intake pipe in 1981
Intake pipe in 2025
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Human Resources
• Ashleigh, HR Manager, has been working with Alaska Public Risk Alliance (APRA) to
implement their new Loss Control Incentive Program (LCIP) at the City of Seward.
APRA members can earn significant rebates for participation in the LCIP, which is a
continuation and expansion of the former AMLJIA safety program. APRA members
can earn credits when employees complete courses on safety, human resources,
and other risk management activities.
• A seasonal aide position in the Seward Community Library & Museum is now
available. Apply at the City of Seward Job Opportunities page.
• Sports & Rec had a great response to the seasonal Recreation Program Aide
position with many qualified applicants. The position was filled with three people
for our still busy summer season and two for the upcoming fall/winter season.
Finance
As required by the Seward Municipal Code 6.05.010, the following purchase orders
between $5,000 and $30,000 have been approved by the city manager since the last
council meeting:
Department Date Vendor Description Amount
HARBOR
GENERAL
R&M Vendor used to provide a cost estimate for failing
7/31/2025 CONSULTANTS retaining wall design for gangways located at B, D, $ 20,931.00
INC F and J location
Public Works
We have multiple projects in the works:
• The new tunnel with USACE is still tracking to go to bid next spring.
• The Hypochlorite Generator Project has bid and we are negotiating with the sole
bid and working with the state revolving fund to get this to construction.
• The Lowell Canyon Water Tank Replacement is on schedule with the engineering
to be completed in mid -September.
• The smart Water Meter Project is in the test phase on 10 customers here in
town. When tests are complete and pass we will order more meters to add to
commercial customers who are currently being charged by ERUs.
• New blowers for the Lowell Point lagoon are being quoted for purchase and bids
for a contractor install will follow.
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• The Finance Department is working on the loan information to formally apply
and accept the granted state revolving funds for the `Elm Street Water Main
Replacement, and the `Design and Engineering for Effluent Disinfection at both
lagoons.
• The Street crew worked together with the State of Alaska Department of
Transportation crew to get the yellow center lines and white fog lines painted.
• This is a good collaboration with the State and City working together.
• The Public Works building has gotten a facelift -gone is the old, faded baby blue
color with yellow showing through
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Page 1 of 2
FILING PERIOD FOR REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Any qualified voter living within the Seward city limits for at least one year prior to August
15, 2025 may file a declaration of candidacy for Council Member or Mayor that will be
voted upon at the Regular Municipal Election on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The Council Member seats currently held by Kevin Finch and Randy Wells will be available.
The seat of the Mayor, currently held by Sue McClure, will also be available. All terms are for
three years and will expire in October 2028.
Candidate filing packets are available in the office of the City Clerk, or may be downloaded
from the city website. Completed candidate packets must be filed in person with the City
Clerk from Friday, August 1, 2025 through Friday, August 15, 2025 between the hours of 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
STUDENT EXCHANGE WITH OBIHIRO, JAPAN
The exchange group from Obihiro, Japan enjoyed an action -packed week doing hiking,
biking, fjord tours, kayaking, dog sledding, shopping, and an exclusive Mural Tour with the
Mayor. The City Clerk led his second annual Obihiro hike to the Mt. Marathon Race Point
and all 4 students made it to the 3,022' summit!
The weather was sunny and spectacular the whole week and Seward was sure to leave a
lasting impression on the visiting students. Big thank you to the host families and clerk's
office staff for making this exchange a big success.
The Seward group will be heading to Japan on August 7, so stay tuned for more updates from
our Sister City program.
The next page features two photos and we will be posting more as we look thru the massive
photo collection from all the adventures!
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Mural Gift from Seward's sister city
Above: Mural Tour from L-R: Chris, Sawa, Yuri, Tomoshi, Kira, and Mayor McClure Photo by Karen
Below: Mt. Marathon Hike with City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk Photo by Pang
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Resolution 2025-074
RESOLUTION 2025-074
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, APPROVING A
MASTER AGREEMENT TO TERMINATE THE
LEASES AND EASEMENT NEAR 301 LOWELL
POINT ROAD AND DESCRIBE CONCEPTS FOR A
NEW LEASE NEAR 3201 SORREL ROAD
BETWEEN THE CITY OF SEWARD AND PACIFIC
SEAFOOD
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2025-074
• Attachments:
o Master Agreement
o Exhibit A: Termination of Lease and
Resolution of Easement
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 11, 2025
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Doug Schoessler, Public Works Director
Subject: Resolution 2025-074: Approving a Master Agreement to Terminate the
Leases and Easement Near 301 Lowell Point Road and Describe Concepts
for a New Lease Near 3201 Sorrel Road Between the City of Seward and
Pacific Seafood
Background and justification:
The City of Seward has a long-standing relationship with the seafood processing industry. This is
the first of two resolutions to facilitate the relocation of Pacific Seafood from the end of Lowell
Point Road to the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC). Pacific Seafood is acquiring all of
Polar Seafoods interests in the SMIC and the move would make it easier and cheaper for the
upcoming flood control project near the Lowell Point Road facility.
This Master Agreement establishes the framework for the various transactions and specifically
allows the termination of the Lowell Point Road leases and easements. The Master Agreement
also establishes some concepts that staff intend to insert into the essential terms and conditions for
a new lease with Pacific Seafood at the SMIC.
Notably, the Lowell Point Road leases and easement would terminate by March 30, 2026, except
Pacific Seafood would have until October 31, 2026, to remove the Ice House. The Ice House was
recently renovated, and the infrastructure can be relocated to the SMIC site. This resolution has
no fiscal impact, but the next resolution for the new SMIC leased lots will.
City staff and Pacific Seafood are in final negotiations for the new lease at the SMIC, to enable
Pacific Seafood to move its seafood processing to the SMIC with a new lease. In essence, Pacific
Seafood would lease the same three lots that Polar Seafood leased from the City. Negotiations on
the rental rate are still being finalized, which will likely absorb the various benefits and detriments
Pacific Seafood and the City are incurring with all the transactions. Pacific Seafood will need to
apply for a new seafood processing conditional use permit and will likely apply for a conditional
use permit to allow temporary employee housing at the SMIC. Those two permit issues are
identified in the Master Agreement but neither the Master Agreement nor the anticipated SMIC
lease can dictate the outcome of the Planning & Zoning Commission's decisions. Staff intend to
present a resolution for the new SMIC lease with Pacific Seafood at the following City Council
meeting.
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The Harbormaster and the City Attorney have both been involved with the negotiations and
recommend the City Council adopt this resolution.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation:
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
$ 0
Affected Fund (✓):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
X
Yes
SMIC
Parking
Other
Fund Balance Information
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Signature: /s/ Rob Palmer
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-074
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, APPROVING A MASTER AGREEMENT TO TERMINATE THE
LEASES AND EASEMENT NEAR 301 LOWELL POINT ROAD AND
DESCRIBE CONCEPTS FOR A NEW LEASE NEAR 3201 SORREL ROAD
BETWEEN THE CITY OF SEWARD AND PACIFIC SEAFOOD
WHEREAS, Pacific Seafood — Seward, LLC (doing business as Pacific Seafood and
formally known as Pacific Resurrection Bay Seafoods, Inc.) has been leasing several lots from the
City off the end of Lowell Road; and
WHEREAS, a predecessor of Pacific Seafood and the City have also executed an easement
to construct seafood processing improvements, and it includes a reversionary provision for the
City if Pacific Seafood does not use the parcel for certain uses for a period of eighteen consecutive
months; and
WHEREAS, Pacific Seafood has entered into negotiations with Polar Seafoods, the prior
lessee of leased land in the Seward Marine Industrial Center, to acquire the rights to the seafood
facilities and property that the City leased to Polar Seafoods in 2021 (Doc. No. 2021-000314-0);
and
WHEREAS, the City and Pacific Seafood have negotiated the termination of Pacific
Seafood's current leases and the termination of Pacific Seafood's interest in the easement as
distinct portions of the same negotiation and transaction; and
WHEREAS, the City and Pacific Seafood are also negotiating a new lease for Pacific
Seafood to continue operating from the Polar Seafood facility in the Seward Marine Industrial
Center, which will be presented to the City Council when staff is ready; and
WHEREAS, because this entire negotiation has so many inter -related moving parts, the
parties identified that a master agreement would be helpful to outline expectations and set up the
framework for the negotiations; and
WHEREAS, adoption of this master agreement would terminate the leases and easement
at the end of Lowell Point Road, except it would allow Pacific Seafood to continue using the Ice
House facility through next fishing season, and adoption of this master agreement would also
outline concepts for a new lease of Polar Seafoods facility at the Seward Marine Industrial Center
to Pacific Seafood; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that terminating the leases and easement at the end of
Lowell Point Road so that land can be used for the upcoming flood control project is in the public
interest; and
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-074
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the concepts identified in this master agreement
for inclusion in a new lease to Pacific Seafood at the Seward Marine Industrial Center are in the
public interest, which will require a separate resolution to adopt the essential terms and conditions
for a new lease.
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 execute the attached
Master Agreement between the City of Seward and Pacific Seafood.
Section 2. The Seward City Council approves the essential terms and conditions of the
lease and easement terminations in Exhibit A to the Master Agreement.
Section 3. The Seward City Council also approves of the new lease concepts for Pacific
Seafood to lease the seafood processing facility in the Seward Marine Industrial Center, knowing
that a future resolution is required to specifically approve the essential terms and conditions for a
new lease.
Section 4. The Seward City Council authorizes City administration to take all acts
necessary to record the transactions contemplated in this resolution.
Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 11t1'
day of August 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-074
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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After Recording Return To:
City of Seward
Attention: City Manager
PO Box 167
Seward, Alaska 99664
2025 Master Agreement
This 2025 Master Agreement (this " Agreement") is made by and between the CITY
OF SEWARD ("City"), a municipal corporation located in the Kenai Peninsula Borough, State
of Alaska, whose mailing address is P.O. Box 167, Seward, Alaska 99664 and PACIFIC
SEAFOOD — SEWARD, LLC doing business as PACIFIC SEAFOOD ("Pacific Seafood"),
formally known as Pacific Resurrection Bay Seafoods, Inc., an Alaska limited liability
company whose mailing address is 16797 S.E. 130th Ave., Clackamas, OR 97015.
Collectively, the City and Pacific Seafood are referred to herein as the "parties."
WHEREAS, the City makes portions of City -owned land available for rent to encourage
businesses to thrive and support the economy; and
WHEREAS, Comprehensive Plan vision and value 2.2.11 encourages the City to expand
the maritime trade for commercial fishing, which can include providing land for sustainable
seafood processing, and to continue development of the Seward Marine Industrial Center
as a revenue source with year-round employment opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Lowell Point Road facility is near where the Army Corps of Engineers will
be constructing a second flood control tunnel in 2027, and a seafood processing facility is
better suited in the Seward Marine Industrial Center, as the Seward Marine Industrial Center
is currently zoned Industrial; and
WHEREAS, a "seafood processing, i.e., canning, rendering" use is allowed in the
Industrial zone with a conditional use permit SCC 15.10.266 Table; and
WHEREAS, employee housing is possible as either "housing, bunkhouse" or an
employee campground with a conditional use permit in the Industrial zone, SCC 15.10.226
Table; and
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WHEREAS, a conditional use permit was issued for an employee campground at 3207
Morris Ave (Bornstein Seafoods, CUP 2021-07) and at 201 Nash Road (Polar Seafoods, Res
2020-01 & Res 2015-03); and
WHEREAS, the Lowell Point Road facility on the easement attached to U.S. Survey 1806
needs substantial infrastructure investments; and
WHEREAS, Pacific Seafood, and/or its affiliated holding company Dulcich Realty,
L.L.C., is a successor for certain real property and property interests previously owned or
controlled by Seward Marine Services Inc, Wards Cove Packing Co, Resurrection Bay
Seafoods LLC, 2-3 LLC, and Pacific Resurrection Bay Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the City and Pacific Seafood have been negotiating agreements to
establish, terminate, and clarify a variety of leases and easements; and
WHEREAS, given the number of agreements and potential for a necessary document
to be inadvertently omitted or recorded out of order, the parties execute this Agreement to
clarify intent and to establish the essential terms while recognizing standard terms and other
commercially reasonable terms will be necessary to complete the terms of the agreements
identified in the exhibits; and
WHEREAS, SCC 7.05.125 requires a public hearing prior to disposal or acquisition of
real property through a negotiation and requires ten days' notice of the public hearing; and
Whereas, SCC 7.05.130 requires the essential terms and conditions of the real
property transaction to be publicly available at the City Clerk's office ten days prior to the
hearing; and
Whereas, the parties intend to ask the City Council to adopt this agreement by
resolution and ask the City Council to adopt another resolution authorizing the lease at the
Seward Marine Industrial Center.
For and in consideration as described in this Agreement, the City and Pacific
Seafood agree to the essential terms as follows:
1. Transaction Documents. The parties agree to execute any and all documents
necessary to achieve the following transactions. The failure to timely execute such a
document is considered a breach of this Agreement, which may be enforced
pursuant to this Agreement. A reasonable time is considered within three months.
2. Lowell Point Road (200-301 Lowell Pt Rd)
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a. Lease Termination
i. Abbreviated Legal Description: Portion of ATS 174 (Parcel A & B),
Seward Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska,
consisting of approximately, Parcel A, 19,756 sq. ft. and Parcel B,
33,572 sq. ft., more or less (Tax Parcel ID 14823009 and 14823010) and
appurtenant to USS 1806.
ii. Terminate Lease. A 30-year lease was executed in 1991 between the
City and Seward Marine Services, Inc, which was assigned over the
years. See Recording# 1991-001419-0. That lease expired in 2021.
However, a new lease was authorized by Resolution 2022-046. The
parties agree to terminate the lease executed in 2022 within a
reasonable time of March 30, 2026 with terms substantially similar to
Exhibit A attached hereto.
b. 1980/1995 Easement Terminations
i. Abbreviated Legal Description for Building and Commerce Easement:
On ATS 174, adjacent to USS 1806 all in Sections 15 and 16, Ti S, R1 W,
S.M., and more particularly described and depicted in Exhibit A to
1980-000939-0, Book 21 Pages 185-186, Seward Recording District,
Third Judicial District, State of Alaska.
H. Terminate 1980/1995 Building and Commerce easement. In 1980, the
City granted a Building and Commerce easement for dredging and for
structures, including a dock, warehouse -processing facilities, and
related working areas. Book 21 Pages 182-186; 1980-000939-0. The
easement was amended and corrected in 1995. Book 79 Pages 631-
636; 1995-001721-0. That Building and Commerce Easement included
a reversion clause if the property ceased to be used for certain
purposes it reverted to the City. The parties agree to terminate the
1980/1995 Building and Commerce Easement within a reasonable
time of executing this Agreement with terms substantially similar to
Exhibit A. The intent is to completely extinguish the 1980/1995 Building
and Commerce Easement in which the easement holder completely
releases the easement back to the City, which means all of the
structures, including the dock, warehouse -processing facilities, and
related working areas revert back to City ownership; provided, that
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Pacific Seafood shall retain ownership and use of the (i) facility and
adjacent areas for the remainder of the 2025 fishing seasons and for
the storage and removal of all fixtures, equipment and other personal
assets until March 30, 2026, and (ii) ice house, including all equipment
and fixtures contained within it, which may continue to be operated by
Pacific Seafood as a rent-free lease until October 31, 2026, unless
earlier relinquished at Pacific Seafood's sole discretion. At any time
prior to such date, Pacific Seafood may remove all improvements,
equipment, and fixtures from the ice house at any point prior to such
date (including the structure itself). To minimize damage to the
property after Pacific Seafood vacates, Pacific Seafood agrees to
provide written notice to the City when it vacates the property in 2026.
iii. 1980/1995 Road and Utility easement to continue. In 1980, the
property owner granted the City a public road right-of-way and utility
easement in protracted Sections 15 and/or 16, T1S, R1W, Seward
Baselined and Meridian and lying within U.S.S. 1806. The Road and
Utility easement shall continue as a public right-of-way consistent with
the 1980 and 1995 instruments. Because the easement is for a public
right-of-way that burdens a substantial amount of the developable
property and Pacific Seafood' property interest will significantly
diminish upon execution of this Agreement, the Assessor should
ensure the value of U.S.S. 1806 is adjusted accordingly especially
related to the public right-of-way, the boat dock, the cold storage, the
ice house, and the mezzanine areas.
3. Seward Marine Industrial Center leases (3201 Sorrel Rd & 3207 Morris Rd)
a. Abbreviated Legal Description: Lot 2 Block 7 of Plat 1997-27 (13,525 sq ft); Lot
2A-2 Block 9 (17,576 sq ft) and Lot 1A-2 Block 9 (36,855 sq ft) of Plat 2021-19,
Fourth of July Creek Subdivision Seward Marine Industrial Center, Seward
Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska, consisting of
approximately 1.56 acres or 67,956 square feet more or less.
b. Terminate 2021 Polar Seafoods Lease. A 20-year lease was executed in 2021
between the City and Polar Seafoods. Recording # 2021-000314-0. The parties
agree to terminate the 2021 Polar Lease within a reasonable time of executing
this Agreement.
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c. Lot 1A-2 Block 9 personal property. Lot 1 A-2 of Block 9, across from the boat
ramp, is currently rented by Polar Equipment, Inc. (d/b/a Polar Seafoods), an
Alaska corporation whose mailing address is 1035 W. Northern Lights Blvd,
Anchorage, AK, 99503 ("Polar Seafoods"), and has a substantial amount of
personal property on it. Pacific Seafood agrees to either direct and cause Polar
Seafoods to remove and dispose of such personal property, or assume
responsibility for that personal property and agrees it will have the
responsibility to restore the property to the vacant condition it was in prior to
Polar Seafoods' lease; provided, that Pacific Seafood may use such parcel in
its own discretion for its own storage of personal property and other legal uses.
d. Execute New 2025 Pacific Seafood Lease. Subject to approval by the City
Council, the City and Pacific Seafood agree to execute a new lease for a fish
processing facility at the existing Polar Seafoods site. The term will be 20-years
with two optional 5-year extensions. The rental rate shall be negotiated and
determined by the parties in good faith following execution of this Agreement.
The rental rate for the new Lease Agreement shall take into consideration the
time required for Pacific Seafood to transition its operations from the existing
site to the new site; an amount negotiated by the parties describing the value
of the remaining improvements; the value of the new leased areas, and any
other consideration. To the extent legally permissible and commercially
reasonable, the Pacific Seafood shall endeavor to obtain conditional use
permits for the erection of temporary employee housing at the new leased
premises. Pacific Seafood and the City may discuss the possibility of granting
an additional parcel portion to Pacific Seafood adjacent to the new leased
premises that is currently being used as a public access roadway.
4. NO ASSIGNMENT OR DELEGATION. No party may assign or delegate any interest in
this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other parties.
5. CHOICE OF LAW, JURISDICTION. Except as provided for in a fully executed exhibit,
the Superior Court for the State of Alaska, Third Judicial District at Seward, Alaska
shall be the exclusive jurisdiction for any action of any kind and any nature arising out
of or related to this Agreement. Venue for trial in any action shall be in Seward, Alaska.
The laws of the State of Alaska shall govern the rights and obligations of the parties.
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The parties specifically waive any right or opportunity to request a change of venue
for trial pursuant to A.S. 22.10.040.
6. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement, including all appendices and exhibits,
constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties regarding the subject matter of the
Agreement and supersedes all previous proposals and understandings, whether
written or oral, relating to this subject matter.
7. SEVERABILITY. If a court of competent jurisdiction renders any part of this Agreement
invalid or unenforceable, that part wilt be severed and the remainder of this
Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
8. WAIVER. Failure or delay by a party to exercise a right or power under this Agreement
will not be a waiver of the right or power. For a waiver of a right or power to be effective,
it must be in writing signed by the party. An effective waiver of a right or power will not
be construed as either a future or continuing waiver of that same right or power, or
the waiver of any other right or power.
9. POLAR SEAFOODS' SUCCESSOR. Pacific Seafood is a successor in interest and has
or will have acquired Polar Seafoods' rights and interests in the improvements and
assets located on the parcels subject to the leases between the City and Polar
Seafoods at the Seward Marine Industrial Center. If Pacific Seafood does not
complete its acquisition of Polar Seafoods' rights and interests thereto and the
transaction is not successful, then this Agreement shall be rendered null and void
and shall have no legal effect. Pacific Seafood agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold
harmless the City, its employees, volunteers, consultants, and insurers, with respect
to any action, claim, or lawsuit arising out of or related to Pacific Seafood's
acquisition of the improvements and assets of Polar Seafoods, without limitation as
to the amount of fees, and without limitation as to any damages, cost or expense
resulting from settlement, judgment, or verdict, and includes the award of any
attorneys' fees even if in excess of Alaska Civil Rule 82. This indemnification
agreement applies to the fullest extent permitted by law and is in full force and effect
whenever and wherever any action, claim, or lawsuit is initiated, filed, or otherwise
brought against the City relating to this Agreement. The obligations of Pacific Seafood
arise immediately upon actual or constructive notice of any action, claim, or lawsuit.
The City must notify Pacific Seafood in a timely manner of the need for
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indemnification, but such notice is not a condition precedent to Pacific Seafood's
obligations and is waived where the Pacific Seafood has actual notice.
Each party agrees and signs below. This Agreement is not effective until signed by all the
parties. Each person signing below represents that the person has the authority to do so and
this document is a valid and binding contract enforceable in accordance with its terms.
City of Seward
Kat Sorensen,
City Manager
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
STATE OF ALASKA )
) ss.
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT )
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 2025, before me, the
undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of Alaska, personally appeared Kathleen
Sorensen, known to me and to me known to be the City Manager for the City of Seward,
Alaska, and authorized to execute documents on its behalf, and is the individual named in
and who executed the foregoing document on behalf of the corporation for the uses and
purposes therein set forth.
WITNESS my hand and notarial seal the day and year first hereinabove written.
Notary Public in and for Alaska
My Commission Expires:
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Pacific Seafood - Seward, LLC
Ashton Meier,
VP of Processing
PACIFIC SEAFOOD - SEWARD, LLC (f/k/a
Pacific Resurrection Bay Seafoods, Inc.)
STATE OF )
) ss.
(County/Judicial Dist.) )
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 2025, before me, the
undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of , personally appeared
Ashton Meier, known to me and to me known to be the VP of Processing for Pacific
Seafood - Seward, LLC, and authorized to execute documents on its behalf, and is the
individual named in and who executed the foregoing document on behalf of the corporation
for the uses and purposes therein set forth.
WITNESS my hand and notarial seal the day and year first hereinabove written.
Notary Public in and for
My Commission Expires:
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EXHIBIT A
Agreement to Terminate Lease and Resolution of Easement
[Attached.]
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Document Title: Agreement to Terminate Lease and Easement
Grantor: Pacific Seafood — Seward, LLC
Grantee: City of Seward
Abby. Legal Descriptions: USS 1806; L15-17 Blk 2 Plat S-30; ATS 174 all in Seward Rec. Dst.
Ref: #2006-000341-0, #1980-000939-0, #1995-001721-0
After Recording Return To:
City of Seward
Attention: City Manager
PO Box 167
Seward, Alaska 99664
AGREEMENT TO TERMINATE LEASE AND TERMINATE EASEMENT
This Agreement to Terminate Lease and Terminate Easement ("Agreement") is entered into
and effective as of August _, 2025, by and between the City of Seward, Alaska, a home rule
municipal corporation, organized under the laws of the State of Alaska whose address is P.O. Box
167, Seward, Alaska 99664 (the "City") and Pacific Seafood — Seward, LLC, d/b/a Pacific Seafood,
f/k/a Pacific Resurrection Bay Seafoods, Inc., and Alaska limited liability company whose mailing
address is 16797 S.E. 130th, Clackamas, OR 97015 (the "Lessee").
WHEREAS, Lessee has been leasing several lots from the City off of Lowell Road
described as U.S. SURVEY 1806, according to the official survey thereof, records of the Seward
Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska, and Lots 15-17, Block 2, MARTIN
SUBDIVISION 31, according to the official plat thereof, filed under Plat No. S-30, records of the
Seward Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska (See Recorded Doc. No. 2006-
000341-0; and Seward City Council Resolution 2022-046); and
WHEREAS, Lessee and the City have also executed an Easement (Book 21, Page 182,
#1980-000939-0, Seward Recording District) and a Corrective Easement Amendment (Book 79,
Page 580 and 631, #1995-001721-0, Seward Recording District) concerning ATS 174, adjacent to
USS 1806, located within Section 15 and 16, T1S R1W, Seward Meridian, which provide certain
interests and mutual rights between the parties, including a reversionary interest for the City if
Lessee does not use the parcel for certain uses for a period of eighteen consecutive months; and
WHEREAS, the Lessee is not in default and the Parties now desire to terminate the Lease;
and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to expedite the reversionary interest of the Easement to return
the property to the City's control by Lessee relinquishing its interest; and
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WHEREAS, such termination and exercise of reversionary interest are deemed to be in the
public interest and agreeable to the City;
NOW THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION of the foregoing recitals and mutual
promises and covenants herein, the parties hereby agree as follows:
1. The Leases described in the above recitals encompassing:
Portion of ATS 174 (Parcel A & B), Seward Recording District, Third Judicial
District, State of Alaska, consisting of approximately, Parcel A, 19,756 sq. ft. and
Parcel B, 33,572 sq. ft., more or less (the "Leased Land") (Tax Parcel ID 14823009
and 14823010, respectfully)
is hereby terminated effective March 30, 2026 (the "Termination Effective Date") by all
parties to this Agreement.
2. Such termination does not invalidate any of the Lease provisions which expressly survive
termination of the Lease, for example, the certain provisions of Article 19.
3. The rights to and any interest in the Easement, including any interest in the eighteen month
reversionary interest period, situated in protracted Sections 15 and 16, Township 1 S, Range
1 West, Seward Baseline and Meridian and lying within Alaska Tidelands Survey (ATS) 174
being more particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
Starting at Meander Corner 4 of USS 1806, thence northerly along the ATS 174 meander
line coincident with the easterly meander boundary of USS 1806 N 05 deg 11'43" W a
distance of 120.00 feet to the Point of Beginning, thence N89 deg 59'37"E a distance of
118.00 feet, thence N00deg00'23"w a distance of 339.53 feet, thence S89deg59'37"W a
distance of 137.04 feet to intersect with the meander line of ATS 174, thence southernly
S01 deg03' 17"W along the ATS 174 meander line a distance of 107.89 feed to Meander
Corner 1 of USS 1806, thence southerly S05deg11'43"E along the ATS 174 meander line
coincident with the easterly meander boundary of USS 1806 a distance of 232.61 feet to the
Point of Beginning and containing an area of 44,663 SF more or less (the "Easement Parcel")
are hereby waived, relinquished, and forfeited by Lessee and control of the Easement Parcel
is returned to the City who may immediately exercise any reversionary interest it may have,
effective on the Termination Effective Date; provided, that Lessee may continue to use and
occupy, dissemble and relocate that certain "ice house" improvement on the Easement Parcel
and all equipment and fixtures contained therein up to and until October 31, 2026.
4. For consideration of such waiver, relinquishment, and forfeiture of Lessee's Easement
interest, the City will handle recording of all necessary documents and any associated fees.
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5. This Agreement may be signed in multiple counterparts with the same effect as if all Parties
signed the same document. Delivery of a legible photocopy or scanned copy of the entire
signed original of this Agreement will be treated the same as delivery of the original.
Each party has full power and authority to enter into this Agreement and no further action or
approval is required to cause this Agreement to be binding and enforceable against either party in
accordance with its terms.
THE CITY OF SEWARD
By:
Kathleen Sorensen,
City Manager
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
STATE OF ALASKA
)
) ss
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT )
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 2025, before me the
undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of Alaska, duly commissioned an sworn as such,
personally appeared Kathleen Sorensen, individually, known to me and to me known to be the
individual named above and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledge to me that he
signed the same freely and voluntarily for the uses and purposes therein set forth.
Notary Public in and for Alaska
My Commission Expires:
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PACIFIC SEAFOOD — SEWARD, LLC
By:
Ashton Meier
VP of Processing
STATE OF ALASKA
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT
)
) ss
)
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that on this day of , 2025, before me the
undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of Alaska, duly commissioned an sworn as such,
personally appeared Ashton Meier, individually, known to me and to me known to be the individual
named above and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledge to me that he signed the
same freely and voluntarily for the uses and purposes therein set forth.
Notary Public in and for Alaska
My Commission Expires:
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RESOLUTION 2025-075
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
WITH SELENA SOTO FOR GIS SERVICES
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2025-075
• Attachments:
o GIS Contract Extension
o GIS Priorities by Department
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To:
Through:
From:
Subject:
City Council Agenda Statement
August 11, 2025
City Council
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Daniel Meuninck, Community Development Director
Resolution 2025-075: Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an
Independent Contractor Agreement with Selena Soto for GIS Technical
Services
Background and justification:
In August 2023, the City of Seward entered into an agreement with Selena Soto for GIS Services
which will expire on August 16, 2025. The City would like to retain Ms. Soto's services for the
foreseeable future as she has proven to be a tremendous asset to the City due to her strong work
ethic, knowledge of the City, and extensive GIS experience.
The City contracted for a GIS Needs Assessment analysis in 2021, which described the
following in the summary:
• A need to have a full-time person dedicated to the tasks of cleaning up from the past and
building our GIS for the future.
• An articulated need for an accurate and modern GIS system across all departments.
• That an accurate, up-to-date GIS system will save the City significant money in worker
efficiency as well as ensure accurate information is being used for decision making. The
City was significantly behind compared to other municipalities at the time of this
assessment.
Over the past two years, Ms. Soto has made significant progress in modernizing Seward in the
GIS realm. If approved, Ms. Soto would continue to work as an independent contractor with the
Community Development Department while providing services for all City departments.
Seward City Code dictates contracts and independent contractor agreements last no more than
two years, which is why the City is looking to create a new two-year agreement at this time.
After two years, the City and Ms. Soto would re-evaluate the agreement and the City's
anticipated needs.
Ms. Soto worked as a City employee prior to working as a contractor giving her a unique
understanding of the City's needs and business processes. She does high -quality work, and her
rate provides significant savings for the City. The amount budgeted for this new contract is not
to exceed 40 hours per week for 50 weeks per year, at a rate of $80 per hour rate. In contrast,
for the past two decades, the City has contracted GIS services at rates between $95 and $130 per
hour culminating in a $220 per hour rate that the City was paying for GIS services prior to
entering into contract with Ms. Soto.
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X
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.2.2; 3.7.1.3
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 160,000
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): 7009 contracted services account.
$ 160,000
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Affected Fund (V):
General
Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
X
Available Fund Balance
SMIC
Parking
Other
Electric
Water
Wastewater
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
541 9a4".'
X
Yes
Attorney Signature: /s/Robevt PGtLwter
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Adopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-075
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT WITH SELENA SOTO
FOR GIS SERVICES
WHEREAS, according to the 2021 GIS Needs Assessment conducted by Flo Analytics,
the City of Seward needs a full-time staff person dedicated to cleaning up, building, and
maintaining our GIS system; and
WHEREAS, according to the 2021 GIS Needs Assessment, there was articulated need for
an accurate and modern GIS system across all departments; and
WHEREAS, having an up-to-date GIS system will save the City money by providing
accurate information for decision making and creating a framework so staff can work most
efficiently; and
WHEREAS, the provision of GIS services is a professional service because it requires
specialized knowledge and judgment to complete the requested tasks; and
WHEREAS, over the last two years, Selena Soto has demonstrated her value and work
ethic and made significant progress in modernizing Seward in the GIS realm across departments;
and
WHEREAS, due to Ms. Soto's unique experience as a City employee prior to working as
a contracted GIS technician, she has a unique understanding of the City's needs and business
processes; and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to continue our working relationship with Selena Soto in our
GIS development.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Manager is authorized to enter into an Independent Contractor
Agreement with Selena Soto for GIS Technical Services.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $160,000 yearly is hereby appropriated from the
FY25_26 budget under 01000-1122-7009 contracted services account in the General fund and
across the Enterprise Funds under the 7009 contracted services account.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2025-075
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 11th
day of August 2025.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
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INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
The parties to the Independent Contractor Agreement ("Agreement") are Selena Soto
("Soto") and the City of Seward (the "City").
WHEREAS, Soto, as the City's current GIS Technician has a two-year contract which
expires August 16th, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Soto has been a significant asset to the City with exceptional performance in
regard to the GIS work she has completed; and
WHEREAS, Soto has expressed a desire to continue her work with the City; and
WHEREAS, the City has enough GIS work to justify a contract extension with Soto; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to extend Soto's contract for an additional two years for this
purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Seward and Soto agree as follows:
1. Professional Services:
Soto will contract as the City's GIS Technician to continue the work determined by the GIS needs
assessment. Soto will be bound by all rules, policies, procedures, and ordinances about the
position and its duties, including, but not limited to, City ordinances, and state and federal law.
Soto shall be directly supervised by Community Development Director Meuninck and shall have
such authority and responsibilities as may be delegated by the Community Development Director
and City Planner, consistent with City Code. The work will be conducted remotely; however, Soto
is expected to be reasonably available during City work hours to answer questions, receive
assignments, participate in meetings, and conduct work -related tasks.
2. Independent Contractor Status:
It is the intent of Soto and the City that Soto is and should be classified as an independent
contractor and not an employee of the City. As such, Soto is not entitled to additional or
procedural due process as may be applicable to City employees. Soto agrees to provide the City
with the appropriate tax identification information and assumes responsibility for reporting and
withholding any and all income taxes. Soto will procure and maintain during the life of the contract
professional liability insurance coverage to include coverage for errors and omissions, in a form
and amount satisfactory to the City and have it on file with the City.
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3. Compensation
Soto will invoice the City every two weeks for her services at the rate of $80 per hour, up to a
maximum of 40 hours per week, for a maximum of 50 weeks a year.
4. Conflict of Interest
Soto will devote full-time efforts to the position. Soto may accept or continue employment for
other business entities during the term of this Agreement subject to meeting the performance
obligations herein. In the event Soto learns of a potential conflict of interest, whether actual or
perceived, Soto shall provide written notice of said conflict to the City Manager as soon as
practical upon learning of the potential conflict.
5. Termination
The City may terminate this Agreement at any time upon written notice. Termination may be for
any reason or no reason and is at the sole discretion of the City. Upon termination, Soto shall be
paid through the last day worked. Soto shall provide the City thirty (30) days written notice of her
intent to terminate the Agreement; the City, at its election, may continue to retain Soto's services
or terminate the Agreement effective immediately. In the event of such termination, Soto shall be
entitled to compensation as stated herein, but no other benefits.
6. Term
This contract shall not exceed two years. It may be evaluated and a new contract developed at that
time.
7. Assignment
Contractor may not assign for delegate this Agreement, or any part of it, except with the prior
consent of the City.
8. Indemnification
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Soto agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City
of Seward, its elected and appointed officials, employees, and volunteers against any and all
liabilities, claims, demands, lawsuits, or losses, including costs and attorney fees incurred in
defense thereof, arising out of or in any way connected or associated with this contract.
9. Severability
Wherever possible, each provision of this Agreement shall be interpreted in such a manner as to
be effective and valid under applicable law, but if any provision of this Agreement shall be
prohibited by or invalid under applicable law, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of
such prohibition or invalidity, without invalidating the remainder of such provision or the remaining
provisions of this Agreement.
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10. Choice of Law and Forum
Any controversy or claim arising out of or related to this Agreement, or the breach thereof shall be
governed by the laws of the State of Alaska, and the venue for any legal proceedings thereon shall
be the Superior Court for the State of Alaska, Third Judicial District, at Seward, Alaska.
11. Voluntary Execution
Soto represents and acknowledges that prior to signing this Agreement, she has read the
Agreement, understands its terms, conditions and provisions, and has voluntarily executed this
Agreement without coercion. Soto additionally represents that she has had an adequate
opportunity to consider entering into this Agreement, and if so desired, to discuss the terms,
conditions, and provisions of this Agreement, as well as all related legal consequences, with an
attorney of her choice.
12. Entire Agreement
This Agreement supersedes any and all other agreements, either oral or in writing, between the
parties hereto with respect to the performance of services by Soto and contains all of the
covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the rendering of such services in
any manner whatsoever. Each party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations,
inducements, promises, or agreements, orally or otherwise have been made by any party, or
anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other agreement,
statement, or promise not contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding. Any modification
of this Agreement will be effective only if it is in writing signed by the party to be charged.
DATED:
DATED:
ATTEST:
Kat Sorensen
City Manager
Selena Soto
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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Resolution 2025-075
GIS Priorities and Ongoing Tasks by Department
Department/GIS Priorities
Details
Timeframe
Notes
Community Development
1. Map Viewer
Compiling all layers into one mapping
application.
2-3 months
Using the City of Redding's Map Viewer as a template for layers. This can be
expanded upon as more information is gathered and added to the map. Two
separate maps will be created as one will be for the public to use and the other
will be for City staff.
a. City of Seward personalized basemap
House numbers on buildings and
subdivision names on map along with
topographic features.
2 months
b. Leases layer
Have a leases layer with the document
attached for staff & public to view
Several months (will be
working on this in
between projects)
Depends on how many leases there are and if someone can provide me with a
short/concise version of the lease and not the whole file. If l have to cut down
the PDF of the lease, could take more time.
c. Other layers
Short term rentals, building permits,
violations, mobile vendors, building height
regulations, etc.?
N/A
Other layers the city is interested in putting on the map viewer so everything is
in one place.
2. Parcel Fabric
Provides spatially accurate survey lines
through COGO. This will help input the
easements. This will also help in recording
plats in a layer so we can pull those up rather
than a PDF in the mastershare.
1 year?
The parcel fabric makes it easy to input ROW & Easements so this would be
done along with the easements (see below).
3. ROW & Easements
Need to have a parcel fabric in place to help
establish spatially accurate easement
locations. Esri has a solution to implement
the ROW & Easements.
1 year?
Easements need to be organized and digitized so I can put them into the
dataset. We could then add this to the Map Viewer later.
4. GIS Hub webpage & datasets
A citywebpage where datasets can be
downloaded and used by the public or future
contractors. Departments can decide what
they would like public and what should not
be public before we publish the webpage.
1-2 months
Many municipalities/boroughs/states have this open data portal concept that
is available to the public. The KPB has this implemented. Departments will
need to buy licenses to log into the City Staff Map Viewer.
5. GIS Data Updates /Archiving Otd Data
This includes zoning and future land use
updates, conditional use permits updates,
address/MSAG updates (OpenGov) and any
other layer updates.
Ongoing
6. Municipal Lands Plan Updates
Update maps for the Muni Land Plan.
Ongoing
7. Setbacks
Creating a layer that shows where setbacks
are
Several months (will be
working on this in
between projects)
B. Emergency Preparation
Map evacuation routes, facilities, etc.
Several months (will be
working on this in
between projects)
9. Code Compliance Dashboard/App
Some type of application to help monitor
code compliance
Several months (will be
working on this in
between projects)
Yellow
In Progress
Green
Project Complete
White
Not Started
Light Blue
Ongoing Updates
* I will be meeting with Esri **The Parcel Fabric and ROWS are the
once I'm finished with the next big projects that are time
Map Viewer and GIS Portal consuming, but I will be working on
to see how long this project them as l work on smaller projects
could take throughout the year
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10. Other Custom Maps
N/A
Electric
1. CAD files to GIS
Transferring over CAD files to GIS layers.
Field crew will need to go out and ground
truth CAD data that has been transferred.
1.5 years to complete
Electric department has an ArcGIS plug-in for AutoCAD now and can create
layers in AutoCAD that will sync to the GIS layers. **Electric now has their
own GIS system and structure.
2. Maintain Electric Group in ArcGIS Online
The Electric group in AGOL allows data to be
transferred between the two systems.
Ongoing
The Electric department will send updates quarterly so these new updates can
be added onto other maps and stay current (i.e. City Staff Map Viewer), and
vice versa. Updates sent to the Electric department will include a Public Works
View where Electric staff can see current PW GIS layers, but cannot edit them.
Public Works
1. Tracing Analysis for Water
This helps trace the water distribution lines
so the Public Works department knows what
direction the lines are flowing.
1 year?
Not sure how long this takes. Depends if the water lines were drawn in the flow
direction of the water when inputted into GIS.
2. Update Water & Sewer lines
3. Custom Maps (i.e. Fort Raymond Wells)
Fire Department
If Public Works cannot get to these while in
the field, the as-builts and GIS data can be
added to their map.
These are smaller maps that Public Works
may need for projects (i.e. Fort Raymond
Wells)
Ongoing
Ongoing
1. Tracing Analysis for Water
This helps trace the water distribution lines
so the Fire department knows which water
lines the fire hydrants are receiving water
from. (See Public Works above - same task)
1 year?
Not sure how long this takes. Depends if the water lines were drawn in the flow
direction of the water when inputted into GIS.
2. Heat Maps
3. Fire Hydrants
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Heat maps for emergency calls.
few days to 1 week,
Ongoing
Check for updated fire hydrants from PW and Ongoing, quick to do
send to Clinton
This also includes creating print maps of the hydrants.
4. Building permits layer?
Take the active/open permits from OpenGov A few weeks/ongoing
every so often and put them in a GIS layer for
the public to see.
This would have to be checked bi-weekly/monthly to add updates.
Library/Museum
1. Historic Walking Tour Story Map
Base Story Map off of the Historic Walking
Tour.
l week if the
information is already
organized along with
Have not spoken to library about this, but some of their museum/historic data
could be put into a map for them or the public
2. Other Historic StoryMaps
Create more Story Maps that focus on the
1 week if the
history of Seward.
information is already
organized along with
pictures
Harbor
* *Right after the ROWS and Parcel Fabric, this would be the next
time consuming project
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1. Leases Layer / Updates
Work with the harbor (and City Manager's
office) to update leases and create a lease
layer. This also includes creating print maps
for the Harbor.
Several months (will be
working on this in
between projects)
Depends on how many leases there are and if someone can provide me with a
short/concise version of the lease and not the whole file. If l have to cut down
the PDF of the lease, could take more time.
2. SMIC Plan Updates
Print maps created for the SMIC Plan.
Ongoing
3. Custom maps
Examples of this include new maps for
ownership in the SMIC area, a print map for
the fiber optic cable, oil spills, etc.
Ongoing
Parks & Rec
1. Cemetery Map Updates
Any new interment permits or reservations
need to be added to the cemetery map.
Pictures of the headstone and obituary are
uploaded to the cemetery map as well. The
City's website also gets updated with a new
image and a pdf of the City's Cemetery within
the old Oddfellows cemetery to show which
plots are available.
Ongoing
2. Custom maps
i
Maps for races or events can be made for the
Parks & Rec department (i.e. Pink Cheeks,
Salmon Run Triatholon).
Ongoing
3. Evaluate Asset Management Systems for
GIS support
Under GIS Needs Assessment, pg. 11, it
mentions possible GIS support for work
orders and maintenance
Other Collaborations Outside of City Departments
1. Mural Story Map
Collaboration with the Seward Mural Society
to create a Mural Story Map based off the
established walking tour.
Ongoing (waiting on
audio from Mural
Society)
Story Maps are quick to create if the information is already gathered
beforehand so this task should take about 1-3 days depending on how much
information needs to be put on the map.
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E-mailed to Clerk's Office July 24, 2025
PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD (PACAB)
APPLICATION
NAME: Dwayne Atwood
STREET ADDRESS:
(inside city limits)
MAILINGADDRESS: P.O. Box 1381
HOME TELEPHONE: 907 224 5455
EMAIL: atwoodd@akrr.com
BUSINESS PHONE: 907 265 2696
LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN THE SEWARD AREA: 25-plus years
PRESENTLY EMPLOYED AS: Port Manager, Seward (Alaska Railroad)
List any special training, education or background you have which may help you as a member of the
Board:
International Association of Maritime and Port Executives certifications, Alaska Association
of Harbormasters & Port Administrators board membership.
Have you ever been involved in port operations? If so, briefly describe your involvement:
Port operations management work since 2017.
1 am specifically interested in serving on the Port and Commerce Advisory Board because:
Reporting Alaska Railroad port projects and port activity, work on port issues, larger
community and economic development issues.
Have you ever served on a similar board elsewhere? ❑f Yes ❑ No
If yes, where? PACAB / local flood board When? 2017 to present
Are you available for meetings at noon (first Wednesday if each month)? Z Yes No
Hiatus in June, July, and August (does not meet in these months)
Are you available for work sessions at noon (third Wednesday of each month)? n Yes n No
Hiatus in June, July, and August (does not meet in these months)
Dwayne Atwood Digitally signed by Dwayne Atwood
Date; 2025.07.11 10:33:13 436'00'
July 11, 2025
SIGNATURE DATE
158
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City of Seward
PO Box 167
Seward, Alaska 99664
21444 Sim& arm.. .
July 30, 2025
Kris Peck, City Clerk
City of Seward
*
City Manager's Office
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Phone: 907-224-4012
Email: ksorensen@cityofseward.net
Re: Requesting Work Session to present 2024 Audit Findings from Altman Rogers
Mr. Clerk,
Please consider this my written request as required by Seward City Code 2.10.030 (D)(1) to
hold the following work session:
August 25, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. to present 2024 audit findings from Altman Rogers
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
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