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Home My WebLink About250305 Council CalendarCity of Seward - Council Calendar Page 1 of 4 Posted on March 5, 2025, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us Council Calendars are released every week and contain all the latest information on meeting results, agendas, public hearings, upcoming meetings & work sessions, and vacancies on the boards & commissions. The last page contains QR codes to Council, P&Z, PACAB, and Historic Preservation meeting information and other links to help you stay informed on your local government! ***This edition is for Wednesday, March 5, 2025 *** Planning & Zoning Action Agenda Results from Tuesday, March 4, 2025 The following resolutions had a public hearing and were approved: Resolution 2025-010 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending City Council approval of the land use amendment to rezone Spring Creek Park and the tidelands to the north; Located at 403 Nash Road and 3007 Bette Cato Avenue, from an Industrial (I) zoning district to a Park (P) zoning district Resolution 2025-011 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending City Council approval of the land use amendment to rezone Fourth of July Beach Park; Located at 3311 Sorrel Road, from an Industrial (I) zoning district to a Park (P) zoning district Resolution 2025-012 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending the City Council amend Seward City Code §15.10.140 definition of an efficiency apartment; §15.10.226 Land Uses Allowed Table, adding attached and detached accessory dwelling units; and updating §15.10.215 Parking for accessory dwelling units The following resolution was postponed until April 8, 2025: Resolution 2025-009 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska, recommending City Council approval of the land use amendment to rezone the property located at 1604 Phoenix Road from a Two- Family (R2) zoning district to an Auto Commercial (AC) zoning district Other items: Carol Griswold was nominated and selected as Chair for one year. Brenan Hornseth was nominated and selected as Vice Chair for one year. The February 4, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes were approved. The February 18, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission Special Meeting Minutes were approved. City Council agenda below City of Seward - Council Calendar Page 2 of 4 Posted on March 5, 2025, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us City Council Meeting Monday, March 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS – None 5. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting 1) *Approval of the February 24, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes B. Introduction of Ordinances 1) *Introduction of Ordinance 2025-004: Amending Seward City Code Title 7, Campgrounds, Parks and Open Spaces and Title 11, Paid Parking, to Clarify Day Use Areas, Campgrounds, and Other Reservable Areas are Subject to Parking Enforcement C. Resolutions 1) *Resolution 2025-026: Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Service Agreement with Premier Construction LLC for Portable Toilet Services in the Amount of $54,564.73 with a 10% Contingency and Appropriating Funds 2) *Resolution 2025-027: Approving the Planning and Zoning Commission Priorities for January 2025 to January 2026 D. Other Items 1) *Re-appoint Mike Brittain to the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council for a 2- year term 7. IN-PERSON REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS A. City Manager Report B. City Clerk Report C. City Attorney Report D. Other Reports and Announcements E. Presentations 1) The Seward Company Update on Cruise Ship Dock 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None 10. NEW BUSINESS A. Ordinances for Introduction B. Resolutions 1) Resolution 2025-024: Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase Construction Material for the Electric Department for the Nash Road Phase II Project 2) Resolution 2025-025: Declaring Its Official Intent to Reimburse City Funds Used for the Acquisition, Construction and Equipping of Certain Electric Transmission System Capital Improvements from Proceeds of One or More Tax-Exempt Borrowings C. Other New Business 11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS A. Boards and Commissions Reports and Recommendations to Council – None B. Other Items City of Seward - Council Calendar Page 3 of 4 Posted on March 5, 2025, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us 1) Providence Financial Report C. Upcoming City Council Meetings 1) City Council Work Session: Forest Acres Afognak Subdivision Monday, March 24, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. 2) City Council Meeting Monday, March 24, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. 12. CITIZEN COMMENTS 13. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO CITIZEN COMMENTS 14. EXECUTIVE SESSION – None 15. ADJOURNMENT UPCOMING MEETINGS PACAB Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. City Council Chambers [PACAB now meets only on the third Wednesday of the month] City Council Meeting Monday, March 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers All public is welcome to attend the meetings PUBLIC HEARINGS None BOARDS, COMMISSIONS & CITY REPRESENTATIVE VACANCIES Port & Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) City Council is seeking applications from those interested in serving on PACAB. There is one seat available for a resident inside city limits with a term expiring in July 2026. PACAB meets on the third Wednesday of each month at noon. There are no PACAB meetings during the months of June, July, and August. Application forms are available in the Office of the City Clerk and on the city website at www.cityofseward.us. Completed application forms must be filed with the City Clerk. Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council (PWSRCAC) The PWSRCAC has a dedicated seat for a City of Seward representative. The current representative is Mike Brittain and his term is expiring in May 2025. This is an opportunity to influence decisions having profound implications for oil transportation safety in Alaska, and for the state’s oil spill prevention and response capabilities. The representative can expect to devote an average of 20 hours a month on PWSRCAC business. The full Board conducts three 2-day meetings in January, May, and September which can be attended in-person or virtual, of City of Seward - Council Calendar Page 4 of 4 Posted on March 5, 2025, at City Hall, Post Office, Harbormaster, Seward Community Library, and online at www.cityofseward.us which member attendance is tracked. PWSRCAC staff provides support to board members whenever possible and covers associated travel costs. PWSRCAC has asked to be notified no later than March 17, 2025 of the selected individual for the City of Seward. Therefore, City Council will make the appointment on the March 10, 2025 City Council meeting. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office to apply or to receive more information: clerk@cityofseward.net CORRESPONDENCE IS WELCOME If you wish to communicate with the City Council, the Planning & Zoning Commission, the Port & Commerce Advisory Board, or the Historic Preservation Commission, send an email to clerk@cityofseward.net and specify which group you want to receive it. In return, you will receive an email confirmation back from the City Clerk verifying your email has been forwarded as you requested. Please note that all correspondence may be subject to public record requests. MORE WAYS TO STAY INFORMED Attend meetings in person, listen on KIBH-FM 91.7 or watch the City of Seward YouTube channel live streams City of Seward - YouTube Go to Email Notifications | Seward, AK (cityofseward.us) to sign up for email notifications! For more information call the City Clerk’s office (907) 224-4046 or email clerk@cityofseward.net City Council materials are posted on the city website: City Council Meeting | Seward, AK (cityofseward.us)