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Monday, June 22, 2026
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
Mayor Sue McClure
Vice Mayor John Osenga
Council Member Robert Barnwell
Council Member Julie Crites
Council Member Casie Warner
Council Member Lori Draper
Council Member Mike Calhoon
City Manager Kat Sorensen
Deputy City Manager Jason Bickling
City Clerk Kris Peck
City Attorney Sam Severin
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
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 (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 & CONSENT AGENDA (*Approval of Consent Agenda passes
all 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 Meetings
1) *Approval of the June 8, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 5
B. Introduction of Ordinances — None
C. Resolutions
1) *Resolution 2026-059: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept Grant Funding from
the Seward Community Foundation Mini -Grant Program and the Alaska Community
Foundation Nourished Communities Initiative in the Total Amount of $2,000 11
D. Other Items
1) *No grounds for protest to the AMCO liquor license renewal for The Seward
Alehouse 19
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7. IN -PERSON REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. City Manager Report 23
B. City Clerk Report — None
C. City Attorney Report 36
D. Other Reports and Announcements None
E. Presentations
1) National Weather Service / Tsunami Alerts by Aviva Braun
2) Seward Senior Center by Dana Paperman
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 2026-056: Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and Execute a Land
Swap of Equal Size in the Forest Acres Afognak Subdivision with Afognak Logging
for Improved and Required Right of Ways 38
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. Ordinances for Introduction — None
B. Resolutions
1) Resolution 2026-057: Authorizing the City Manager to Support Operations of the
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Pool Serving the Seward Community in the
Amount of $200,000 Annually and Appropriating Funds 45
2) Resolution 2026-058: Authorizing the City Manager to Approve the Additional
Repairs from NC Machinery for the Caterpillar D6 Dozer Following Ocean Immersion
in an Amount Not to Exceed $90,000 and Appropriating Funds 58
C. Other New Business
1) Discuss PACAB term expiration dates being shifted from July to January
[Sponsored by the City Clerk] 67
2) Mandatory trash collection [Sponsored by Council Member Warner]
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11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
A. Upcoming City Council Meetings
1) Regular Meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026 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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City of Seward, Alaska City Council Meeting Minutes
June 8, 2026 Volume 43, Page
CALL TO ORDER
The Monday, June 8, 2026, regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at 7:00
p.m. by Mayor Sue McClure.
OPENING CEREMONY
Acting Chief of Police Karl Schaefermeyer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Sue McClure, presiding, and
John Osenga
Robert Barnwell
Julie Crites
Casie Warner
Lori Draper
Mike Calhoon
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 — Warner
Absent — None
PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
The Flag Day Proclamation was read by Mike Calhoon.
The Boat Rescue Life Saving Proclamation for Will Gentry and Nick Spurr was read by Sue
McClure and accepted on their behalf by Rhonda Spurr
The Historic Preservation Award for Kendra Warlow was read by Sue McClure and accepted by
Kendra Warlow.
The Historic Preservation Award for Michael Burmeister was read by John Osenga and accepted
on his behalf by Kendra Warlow.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Jennifer Wells, inside city limits, spoke to the on -site consumption at the Tufted Puffin being a
safe place to consume marijuana. Cannabis users wanted rules that can be followed and have access
to a proper location. She felt cannabis has been discriminated against by the Planning & Zoning
Commission and City Council. She requested that City Council carefully review the decisions that
Planning & Zoning were making.
Halee Jordan, inside city limits, spoke as the Director of Nursing at Providence Seward Mountain
Haven and the medical center. She updated council on several healthcare initiatives underway.
They were working on expanding local services so residents did not have to travel to Anchorage
or Soldotna for the services. These services included MRI imaging, maternal and fetal health care,
and wound care and infusion, and a broader support system. She spoke to how funding would be
critical to support these services.
Amanda Sweeting, outside city limits, spoke on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce. She
described a project of re -doing the temporary fencing for Mt. Marathon Race and hoped to have it
completed in the next couple years. She updated City Council on the Fourth of July parade and
gave a general call out for floats and volunteers.
Victoria Provenza, inside city limits, spoke about a business incubator idea in the Seward Middle
School building.
Karen Cooper McLoughlin, inside city limits, spoke as the Deputy Library Director and updated
council on various library events, movies and activities. She thanked partners and sponsors for
their support and making these activities possible.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Osenga/Calhoon) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
McClure requested Sue Ward's appointment to the Historic Preservation Commission be moved
to the consent agenda.
Motion as Amended Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approval of the May 26, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
Appoint Sue Ward to the Historic Preservation Commission for a term set to expire May
2029
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IN -PERSON REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
City Manager Report
City Manager Kat Sorensen thanked everyone for attending the recent Electric Department
Town Hall. There is a new webpage on the city website that contains a summary of all four town
hall meetings and all related information. On another topic, the water storage tank in Lowell
Canyon was being replaced. She encouraged runners to be mindful of the construction site as they
train for the Mt. Marathon Race.
Deputy City Manger Jason Bickling announced the Jesse Lee Home Site had finally been cleared
for use by the Department of Environmental Conservation. He provided the DEC letter as a
laydown and updated council on the playground equipment and future uses for the site.
Council discussed the Dora Way Playground and a possible dog park.
Sorensen provided more information about the dog park being constructed near the bike park. It
was also a short distance from the Seward Animal Shelter which would be convenient for dog -
walking volunteers. Barnwell clarified there was not an additional dog park planned at Jesse Lee
Home site.
City Clerk Report
City Clerk Kris Peck provided an update on the student exchange group to Obihiro, Japan and
announced the group would spend a couple days exploring Tokyo prior to flying north to Obihiro.
On another topic he also noted the remaining vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission.
City Attorney Report
The City Attorney was unable to attend tonight's meeting, but planned to attend the next regular
meeting.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinances for Enactment
Ordinances 2026-005: Amending Seward City Code 2.10.071 Council Packet and 2.10.100
Decorum [Sponsored by the City Clerk]
Motion (Osenga/Draper) Enact Ordinance 2026-005
Peck explained this ordinance would add explanations of "proclamations" and "laydowns" in the
council packet section of city code. Both of these items were common at any given council
meeting, but lacked any mention in city code. The other update was a general touch up of the
decorum section. The current decorum signage in council chambers was essentially reverse
engineered back into city code so they would be consistent.
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Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened. No one appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Motion Passed
UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
Resolutions
Unanimous
Resolution 2026-054: Authorizing the City Manager to Upgrade the Sewer Line in the South
Harbor Uplands in the Amount of $280,042 and Appropriating Funds
Motion (Osenga/Barnwell) Approve Resolution 2026-054
Bickling explained the current sewer line on the Harbor Uplands was only 2" and not adequate for
harbor use.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2026-055: Approving Amendment #3 to the Employment Agreement with the City
Clerk and Appropriated Funds
Motion (Osenga/Calhoon) Approve Resolution 2026-055
Peck said the proposed amendment was based on the recent annual evaluation of the City Clerk.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Other New Business
Discuss draft ordinance to set a time limit on vehicle engine idling [Sponsored by Draper]
Draper described how this idea came to be with the citizen complaints regarding the local mail
truck. She researched the issue and many cities have these types of ordinances to limit vehicle
idling. She summarized the feedback she had received from the public on this issue.
Council discussed the ordinance and asked if the Post Office could be contacted directly about the
issue, rather than draft an ordinance for one specific situation. Barnwell noted an idling limit still
had merit and the pollution factor was worth addressing. He would support an ordinance on that
level if there was more community support.
Council directed the City Manager to reach out to the Postmaster to discuss the mail truck engine
idling issue.
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
Upcoming City Council Meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Amanda Sweeting, outside city limits, found it commendable that City Council would listen to
one citizen's quality of life issue. She thanked council for caring and appreciated the small-town
connection between citizens and council.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS & RESPONSE TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
Sorensen said she was in current communication with the Kenai Peninsula Borough regarding the
Seward Middle School and the Seward High School Pool. She hoped to bring forward an update
at the next regular meeting.
Draper thought the recent Electric Department Town Hall was fantastic. She also attended the
ribbon cutting ceremony at the cruise ship terminal and liked the new name of Dale R. and Carol
Ann Lindsey Alaska Railroad Terminal. On another topic, Draper was still looking for volunteers
to help at the Mt. Marathon Race finish line.
Calhoon gave additional kudos to Nick Spurr and Will Gentry for their heroic efforts. He was also
very appreciative of Kendra Warlow and Michael Burmeister for their excellent work on WWII
history in Seward. Calhoon looked forward to more discussion on the Jesse Lee Home property
and potential for an additional dog park. He attended the recent Electric Department Town Hall
and it was very informative. He encouraged community members to take the upcoming Electric
Department surveys and provide feedback. He noted the importance of Flag Day coming up on
Sunday and the American Flag is the one symbol that covers us all. Lastly, he wished the U.S.
Army a 251 St birthday
Barnwell noted the math on the U.S. Army's 251' birthday being one year older than the USA's
250th birthday. He echoed comments on the Historic Preservation Award recipients for their energy
and hard work. He thanked Nick Spurr and Will Gentry for their heroic rescue efforts. Barnwell
also thanked Providence and the Chamber of Commerce for their updates.
McClure also attended the Electric Department Town Hall up to the point where she had to leave
for a historical society meeting. She also attended the railroad terminal dedication ribbon cutting
ceremony. McClure provided an update on the upcoming Solstice Cemetery Tour. She would be
leading the tour in the same fashion as Lee Poleske.
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
Kris Peck Sue McClure
City Clerk Mayor
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RESOLUTION 2026-059
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT GRANT
FUNDING FROM THE SEWARD COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION MINI -GRANT PROGRAM AND
THE ALASKA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
NOURISHED COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE IN THE
TOTAL AMOUNT OF $2,000
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2026-059
• Attachments:
o Alaska Community Foundation Award Letter
o Seward Community Foundation Award Letter
o Hydroponics Project Budget
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: June 22, 2026
To: City Council
Through:
From:
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Karen Cooper McLoughlin, Library & Museum Deputy Director
Subject: Resolution 2026-059: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept Grant
Funding from the Seward Community Foundation Mini -Grant Program and
the Alaska Community Foundation Nourished Communities Initiative in the
Total Amount of $2,000
Background and justification:
On April 28, 2026, the City of Seward submitted an application for a Seward Community
Foundation Mini -Grant. On May 23, 2026, the City of Seward was notified that the Seward
Community Foundation had selected the Seward Community Library & Museum as a recipient of
a mini -grant in the amount of $670. In addition, the project qualified for a 2:1 matching grant
through the Alaska Community Foundation's Nourished Communities initiative in the amount of
$1,330. Together, these awards provide the Seward Community Library & Museum with $2,000 in
funding to develop and implement the Seward Community Hydroponics Education Program.
Funding in the amount of $2,000 is accepted and appropriated to the account 01000-1500-4253-
0159. Expenditures will be allocated to account 01000-1500-7215-0159.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding Source:
x
x
Fiscal Impact 1
Yes — Amount: $ 2,000.00 Budgeted:
No
General Fund:
Enterprise Fund:
Grant: Hydroponics Education Program
Other:
Finance Director Signature:
x
Yes
No
N/A
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Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
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City Council Agenda Statement
Attorney Review
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Approve
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-059
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT GRANT FUNDING FROM THE
SEWARD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION MINI -GRANT PROGRAM AND THE ALASKA
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION NOURISHED COMMUNITIES INITIATIVE IN THE
TOTAL AMOUNT OF $2,000
WHEREAS, on April 28, 2026 the City of Seward submitted an application for the Seward
Community Foundation Mini -Grant; and
WHEREAS, and on May 23, 2026, the City of Seward was notified that the Seward Community
Library & Museum had been selected to receive a Seward Community Foundation Mini -Grant in
the amount of $670 and qualified for a 2:1 matching grant through the Alaska Community
Foundation's Nourished Communities initiative in the amount of $1,330, for a total grant award of
$2,000; and
WHEREAS, this funding provides the Seward Community Library & Museum with resources to
develop and implement the Seward Community Hydroponics Education Program; and
WHEREAS, the project will provide hands-on educational opportunities focused on hydroponic
growing, plant science, controlled environment agriculture, local food systems, and food
production through visible and interactive growing systems located within the Library & Museum;
and
WHEREAS, the program aims to increase community awareness of local growing opportunities,
support STEM learning, encourage lifelong learning, and provide opportunities to share produce
with community partners while collecting data to evaluate future program expansion; and
WHEREAS, grant funds will be used to purchase hydroponic growing equipment, educational
materials, program supplies, and related resources necessary to establish and operate the Seward
Community Hydroponics Education Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to accept the Seward Community
Foundation mini -grant in the amount of $670 and Alaska Community Foundation grant in the
amount of $1,330.
Section 2. Accept funding in the amount of $2,000 is hereby transferred and appropriated in the
Misc. Grant Library & Museum account 01000-1500-4253-0159. The expenditure will be
recognized in the expense account 01000-15000-7215-0159 Operating Supplies.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-059
Page 2 of 2
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THIS 22nd
DAY OF JUNE 2026.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
Sue McClure, Mayor
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ALASKA COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION
June 4, 2026
Jolanfa Ryan
City of Seward - Seward Community Library & Museum
239 Sixth Ave PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664-2389
Dear Jolanta:
Congratulations, we are pleased to inform you that your organization has been awarded a grant
from the Elmer and Ruth Schwantes Fund, a fund of the Alaska Community Foundation.
Grant #: 73376
Amount: $1,340.00
Purpose: Seward Community Hydroponics Education Program - Nourished Communities Affiliate
Match Grant
We encourage you to publicize your grant and ensure that those in your community and involved
with your organization know about it. When you feature your project online or in any publications,
please use the following format: This (project/program) was made possible by a grant from The
Alaska Community Foundation. In addition, please keep us informed of the wonderful work that you
are doing!
On behalf of the Alaska Community Foundation, we would like to wish you, and your organization
continued success. We are honored to be involved in this partnership of giving that supports
worthwhile projects such as yours.
Sincerely,
Megan Cacciola
VP of Programs & Grants
By accepting this grant, your organization certified to ACF that 1) no tangible benefit, goods, or services were provided 10 anyone
connected with the above fund and 2) this donation will not be used by you to satisfy the payment of any pledge or other personal or
financial obrgotion on behalf of the donor(s) to the) sqqove fund per Section 6115 of the IRS Code. The donor has already received a
charitable deduction for their generous contributionrequired by the 1992 Tax Reconciliation Act, so you should not include that in your
ALASKA COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION
June 4, 2026
Jolanta Ryan
City of Seward - Seward Community Library & Museum
239 Sixth Ave PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664-2389
Dear Jolanta:
Congratulations. We are pleased to inform you that the Advisory Board of the Seward Community Foundation,
has awarded your organization a grant from the Seward Community Foundation Fund.
Grant #: 73374
Amount: $670.00
Purpose: Seward Community Hydroponics Education Program
We encourage you to publicize your grant and ensure that those in your community and involved with your
organization know about it. When you feature your project online or in any publications, please use the
following format:
This (project/program} was made possible by a grant from the Seward Community Foundation, an Affiliate of
the Alaska Community Foundation. We strongly encourage you to send a personal thank you to:
Seward Community Foundation
PO Box 933
Seward, AK 99664-0933
seward@alaskacf.org
Grant reporting requirements are found within the online grant system. Please confirm the due dates for all
required grant reports. In addition, please keep us informed of the wonderful work that you are doing! We also
request to hear stories and receive pictures from our grantees, which can be sent to affiliate@alaskacf.orq.
Thank you for your continued good work. We are proud to celebrate the impact of local giving!
Megan Cacciola
VP of Programs & Grants
on behalf of the Advisory Board of the Seward Community Foundation
By accepting this grant, your organization certified to ACF that 1) no tangible benefit, goods, or services were provided to anyone
connected with the above fund and 2) this donation will not be used by you to satisfy the payment of any pledge or other financial
obligation on behalf of the donor(s) per Section 6115 of the IRS Code. The donor has already received a charitable deduction for their
generous contribution as required by the 1992 Tax Reconciliation Act, so you should not include that in your acknowledgment.
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Seward Community Hydroponics Education Program
Project Budget Summary
Item
Estimated Cost
Gardyn Home Kit (20% Discount Applied)
$719
Gardyn Home Membership (1 Year)
$149
Gardyn Dolly
$80
Waterhog Boot Trays x2
$40
Gardyn Caps (10)
$40
Gardyn yCovers (30)
$60
Instafarm Unit
$450
Initial Microgreens Tray Supply
$50
Ongoing Microgreens Tray Supply
$300
HiThrive Nutrients
$80
Cal-Mag Supplement
$20
pH Up/Down Kit
$30
Food -Grade H2O2
$30
pH Calibration Solution
$15
EC Calibration Solution
$15
Water Jug / Reservoir Container
$15
50mL Measuring Beaker
$10
Spray Bottles x2
$20
Harvesting Scissors
$15
Rolling Plastic Utility Shelf / Cart
$75
Harvest Donation Containers / Gallon Zip
Bags
$25
Supplemental Plant Care & Program
Supplies
$190
Estimated Cash Funding
SCF Grant: $670
ACF Nourished Communities Match: $1,330
Library Contribution: $400
Total Cash Funding: $2,400 (approx.)
In -Kind Contributions
Hydroponics & Growing Materials Donation: $500
Germination Nursery Container Donation: $64
pH/EC Meter Donation: $100
Volunteer Support: $520
Total In -Kind Support: $1,184
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: June 22, 2026
From: Jodi Kurtz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Item:
No protest of License Renewal Application from Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office
(AMCO)
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council has the opportunity to protest to the License Renewal Application for Beverage
Dispensary, located at 215 Fourth Ave, for the following business:
Business: The Seward Alehouse
Licensee: Seward Alehouse, Inc.
Type: Beverage Dispensary
License: 324
The City of Seward Police Department, Fire Department, Finance Department, Utilities Offices, and City Clerk's
Office have reviewed the state's application for the License Renewal Application for this business to determine if
there was a reason to protest. From these reviews, there was found: No protest.
The reason to protest: None
FISCAL NOTE:
In the event the City of Seward chooses to file a protest for the above License Renewal Application, then under
Alaska Statutes AS 04.11.480(a), the City of Seward will be required to assist in or undertake the defense of its
protest.
RECOMMENDATION:
No protest of License Renewal Application for The Seward Alehouse #324, Beverage Dispensary.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: May 14, 2026
To: Utilities Staff
James Schaefermeyer
Chief Louis Tiner
Chief Clinton Crites
Kris Peck
From: Jodi Kurtz
RE:
Electric / Water Utilities
Finance/Leases
Police Department
Fire Department
City Clerk
Deputy City Clerk
Reviewing compliance for the License Renewal Application of a liquor/marijuana license for
Beverage Dispensary
The following business has applied for a liquor/marijuana license with the State of Alaska. Please review for
compliance with your department and notate the status as "no protest" or "reason to protest". If there is a reason
to protest, include the explanation since this will need to be included for council's review and in the letter to the
State Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office. Thank you.
Licensee:
Doing Business As:
Type of License:
License Number:
Physical Address:
Seward Alehouse, Inc.
The Seward Alehouse
Beverage Dispensary
324
215 Fourth Ave
Department
Status
Reviewed By
Date
Utilities -Water
No Protest
James Schaefermeyer
May 15, 2026
Utilities -Electric
No Protest
Utility Electric Staff
May 14, 2026
Finance/Leases
No Protest
James Schaefermeyer
May 14, 2026
Police
No Protest
Chief Louis Tiner
May 14, 2026
Fire
F.I.June 1, 2026,No
Protest
Fire Chief Clinton
Crites
June 8, 2026
City Clerk
No Protest
Jodi Kurtz
June 10, 2026
Reason to protest this application, if any:
Deadline for protest:
July 13, 2026 (60 days from AMCO letter date)
Last regular council meeting for review: July 13, 20220
GOVERNOR MIKE DUNLEAVY
May 14, 2026
Department of Commerce, Community,
and Economic Development
ALCOHOL & MARIJUANA CONTROL OFFICE
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1600
Anchorage, AK 99501
Main: 907.269.0350
From: Alcohol.licensing@alaska.gov; amco.localgovernmentonly@alaska.gov;
Licensee: Seward Alehouse, Inc.
DBA: The Seward Alehouse
Via email: lizdemoss26@yahoo.com
Local Government 1: Seward
Local Government 2: Kenai Peninsula Borough
Via email: kpeck@cityofseward.net; clerk@cityofseward.net; jkurtz@cityofseward.net;
micheleturner@kpb.us; sessert@kpb.us; mjenkins@kpb.us; nscarlett@kpb.us; rraidmae@kpb.us;
slopez@kpb.us; hmills@kpb.us; iwest@kpb.us
Re: Beverage Dispensary License #324 Combined Renewal Notice for 2026-2027 Renewal Cycle
License Number:
#324
License Type:
Beverage Dispensary License
Licensee:
Seward Alehouse, Inc.
Doing Business As:
The Seward Alehouse
Physical Address:
215 Fourth Avenue
Seward, AK 99664
Designated Licensee:
Liz DeMoss
Phone Number:
907-491-5035
Email Address:
lizdemoss26@yahoo.com
License Renewal Application ❑ Endorsement Renewal Application
Dear Licensee:
Our staff has reviewed your application after receiving your application and the required fees. Your renewal
documents appear to be in order, and I have determined that your application is complete for purposes of
AS 04.11.510, and AS 04.11.520.
Your application is now considered complete and will be sent electronically to the local governing body(s),
your community council if your proposed premises are in Anchorage or certain locations in the Matanuska-
Susitna Borough, and to any non-profit agencies who have requested notification of applications. The local
governing body(s) will have 60 days to protest the renewal of your license.
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Your application will be scheduled for the June 23rd, 2026 board meeting for Alcoholic Beverage Control
Board consideration. The address and call -in number for the meeting will be posted on our home page. The
board will not grant or deny your application at the meeting unless your local government waives its right to
protest per AS 04.11.480(a). Information about this board meeting can be found on our website closer to the
date of the board meeting. Home, Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office
Please feel free to contact us through the Alcohol.licensing@alaska.gov email address if you have any
questions.
Dear Local Government:
We have received completed renewal applications for the above -listed licenses within your jurisdiction.
This is the notice required under AS 04.11.480. A local governing body may protest the issuance, renewal,
relocation, or transfer to another person of a license with one or more endorsements, or issuance of an
endorsement by sending the director and the applicant a protest and the reasons for the protest in a clear
and concise statement within 60 days of the date of the notice of filing of the application. A protest
received after the 60-day period may not be accepted by the board, and no event may a protest cause the
board to reconsider an approved renewal, relocation, or transfer.
To protest any application(s) referenced above, please submit your written protest for each within 60 days
to AMCO and provide proof of service upon the applicant and proof that the applicant has had a reasonable
opportunity to defend the application before the meeting of the local governing body.
If you have any questions, please email amco.localgovernmentonly@alaska.gov.
Sincerely,
Reece Parks, Licensing Examiner II
For
Kevin Richard, Director
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City Manager Report
Administration
U.S. Coast Guard Arctic Security Cutter Coming to Seward
Big news for our community this week. On June 11th, the U.S. Coast Guard announced that
Seward has been selected as the homeport for a third Arctic Security Cutter, joining two
others that will be based in Kodiak. The announcement confirms what we've been working
hard to advance at a federal level, and it's a major milestone for Seward's long-term role in
Arctic operations and national security.
The first cutter delivery is expected in 2028 to Kodiak, with Seward's cutter coming when
infrastructure is ready to support it. The Coast Guard has indicated it is already advancing
planning for the critical infrastructure and housing needed to support crews at each
homeport location, but at the City we recognize that there will be a heavy lift ahead of us to
make Seward the next, great Coast Guard community.
This is the culmination of years of advocacy, including our recent D.C. trip with Vice Mayor
Osenga, and a big thank you is owed to our entire federal delegation — Rep. Nick Begich,
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, and especially Sen. Dan Sullivan, who is the current chairman of the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation's Subcommittee on Coast
Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries.
Beyond the initial announcement, we don't have much information now but we'll have
more to share as planning details emerge, and the city will be actively engaged as the
Coast Guard advances its infrastructure work here in Seward.
In other news, the RFP for the Harbormaster Constructor closed on June 18th. The
proposals will be reviewed and evaluated the week of the 22nd
We are also still working closely with the Borough to bring forward a lease agreement to
rent the middle school building. We anticipate bringing something to council in the next
month or two.
Emergency Operations Planning for the 4th of July Holiday weekend is underway. We have
multiple meetings scheduled with the Chamber and Race Director to discuss this year's
events plan. We will also be meeting with our Emergency Operations Partners to discuss
different scenarios and coordinated responses.
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Finance Department
As required by the Seward Municipal Code 6.05.010, the following purchase orders
between $5,000 and $30,000 has been approved by the City Manager since the last council
meeting:
Date
Department
Vendor
Description
Amount
6/11/2026
HARBOR ADMIN
CORVUS DESIGN, INC
Vendor used for first phase of a conceptual design/vision
for harbor area plan. Scope of work to include planning for
Seawalk, restrooms, bus parking, I/T Dock crane, drive down
dock and grid and passenger flow within the area.
20,000.00
A reminder that utility services continue to be handled at two separate locations. Electric
accounts are managed at the Annex, and water and sewer accounts are managed at City
Hall, just across the street. Anyone starting, stopping or transferring service will need to
stop by both offices to complete the process. Staff at each location are happy to assist.
Fire Department
Emergency Responses for the Year 2026: 163
Fire and Life Safety Inspections 2026: 231
Fire & Life Safety Code Violations 2026: 87
Building permits YTD: 34 with a valuation of $4,390,592.00
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Enjoying a campfire is a classic outdoor experience, but it requires
strict responsibility. Always keep fires small, never leave them
unattended, and use established rings. To completely extinguish your
fire, use the "Drown, Stir, Drown, and Feel" method to ensure it is
absolutely cool to the touch.
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Police Department
Police Department Statistics YTD*
PATROL
Written Reports: 114
Criminal Charges: 44
Minor Offense Citations: 222
Motor Vehicle Accidents: 11
DISPATCH
Event/Incident/Service Calls: 1760
911 Calls: 235
DMV
Driver License and Identification Cards: 576
Motor Vehicle Registrations: 925
Boat Registrations: 57
Road Tests: 30
GENERAL INFORMATION
POLICE
Patrol vehicle Axon Camera upgrades complete.
Hiring Process- Accepting applications for Patrol Officer Positions
3 applicants in final stages of hiring process.
Bear Safety Reminder "Seward Cares For Its Bears"
• Secure all scented items
• Dispose of trash properly.
• Never approach or harass wildlife
• Be aware and prepared
DISPATCH
Hiring Progress -Applicant issued a Conditional Offer of Employment.
SEWARD ANIMAL SHELTER
Complaints handled 23
Impounds 16
Dogs surrendered 7
Cats surrendered 22
Kittens surrendered 20
Community assists 41
Visitors 1375
Shelter population: 10
Cats 9
Dogs 1
Cats on trial to adopt 9
Dogs on trial 4, 3 dogs in foster care
Dogs adopted 3, Cats adopted 4, Kittens adopted 10
Next clinic with Soldotna is the 18'
Student summer reading has started. Amos is the adult male cat who is neutered and UTD
on vaccines and loves his pets so much he drools.
Parks and Recreation
Sports & Recreation:
• Exit Glacier 5k and 10k races were a hit with more than double the participants than
last year (over 200 signups)! We are excited to continue to grow our race events and
are grateful to the Parks team and volunteers for helping everything run smoothly
(pun intended)
• Our Bear Bell Run for kids turned into the moose run! We had wonderful parents out
on trail communicating with staff that a mom and her calf were out in the race path,
and we did some group stretching until the coast was clear! The weather was
beautiful and the kiddos had a grand time.
• Our adult softball league kicked off on May 25th, with games running through the
championship on August 3rd! Teams range from your local kayak guides to our
heroes down at the fire station, and we are having a blast! Games run from 5:45-
9pm every Monday night at Lewi's and Jon Perry fields, and we grill hamburgers and
hot dogs for sale every week.
• Youth Soccer League will be startingJune 23'
• Disc Golf league has begun with 13 participants
Teen Rec Room:
Here at the Teen Rec Room, we have been enjoying some fun in the sun! Whether it's a
leisurely ride on a scooter, tending to the garden, painting rocks at the picnic tables, or
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getting their marshmallows just how they like them, the teens have been making the most
of the sunny days in Seward. The fun has continued indoors as well, with a viewing of The
Princess Bride and a very successful slime night where teens were able to experiment with
different textures and colors.
• The garden beds have been a huge hit at the Teen Rec Room! Teens can earn points
while tending to the garden and enjoying some fresh air. This past week, we planted
flowers in our third raised bed, as well as some rhubarb that was generously gifted
to us.
• Crafting outside on sunny days has become a summer routine. We love bringing the
paints outside, putting on some music, and letting our creativity flow when the
weather is warm.
• Bonfire Blast Fridays have been a real end of the week treat! Teens can roast their
marshmallows to their liking in our fire pit. Some like to get straight to the crispy
exterior with a quick burn, while others prefer a slow roast to achieve that perfect
golden -brown color. Completed with a crunchy graham cracker and a decadent
Hershey's chocolate square, it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend.
• Movie night was a huge hit this week, with more than 10 teens enjoying popcorn in
our entertainment space while watching The Princess Bride.
• Every month, the Teen Rec Room hosts a day where we all try a new craft together.
This month, we decided to make slime. Some of the teens were already familiar with
the process, while others had never tried it before. To make the slime, we mixed
glue, baking soda, food coloring, shaving cream, and contact lens solution. It was
fun to see how everyone balanced the ratios of ingredients to create different
textures, colors, and levels of stretchiness. It's safe to say that Slime Night will be
making a return in the near future.
The Teen Rec Room has seen 102 visits and 118 hours of use over the past two weeks!
Campgrounds:
• Enhancing Boulder Campground trees near the bike path
• Addressing electrical and plumbing issues at utility sites
Park Maintenance:
• Two Lakes Trail Maintenance
• We will start work on the dog park fencing. The Maintenance Department has been
pulled in so many different directions.
• Prepping flower gardens. Fertilizing/seeding fields and park spaces
• Hoben Park enhancements —working on the fountain, planting lilacs
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• Repaired Boardwalk
Admin:
• Woodlawn Cemetery Improvements
• Lagoon Boardwalk RFP
• Working on a Dog Park design
• Disc Golf Course restructure
• Coordinating with CRW Engineering adding more electric/water sites along the
waterfront in Resurrection and Iditarod Campgrounds.
Parking:
• Parking passes are now available at cityofseward.net under Parking
• Daily parking pass expires nightly at 11:59pm
• Parking enforcement is now in effect - September 30
Library & Museum
The Seward Community Library & Museum will be closed on July 3' and 4t1 in
observance of Independence Day.
2' Annual Garden Party!
Join us for the Second Annual Garden Party on Friday, July 10, from 4:00-6:00 PM in the
Library & Museum Garden! Enjoy an evening of community, live music, refreshments, and
family -friendly fun. Activities include a cake walk, worm races, and our popular dip -off
competition. Bring your favorite dip to share or simply come enjoy the festivities. We invite
everyone to gather with friends and neighbors for a fun -filled summer evening celebrating
our community.
Museum Updates:
2 Movies @2 PM -Two Films for One Admission!
Join us every day at 2:00 PM for two fascinating short films highlighting Alaska's history and
culture. Admission: $5
Featured Films:
Waves Over Seward: The 1964 Earthquake (25 minutes)
Experience the story of the devastating 1964 earthquake and tsunami that forever changed
Seward.
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Iditarod National Historic Trail (25 minutes)
Discover the rich history and significance of Alaska's famous historic trail.
Come enjoy both films for one admission and learn more about Alaska's remarkable past!
Historic Preservation Commission Update
Hoben Park has just received restoration work! The concrete walls have been replaced,
and new stair steps have been added to make access much easier for the public. Where is
Hoben Park you ask? Hoben Park is the grass area located between the Seward Depot and
the Alaska Sealife Center. Hoben Park is significant for its association with President
Warren G. Harding's visit on July 13, 1923. The park is named for Hedley V. "Harry" Hoben,
who served as mayor from 1918 to 1919. He ran the Seward Water System from 1915 —
1947, as well as owning the Seward Gateway newspaper.
Library Updates:
The Maker Space is Now Open!
The Seward Community Library & Museum's new Maker Space is now open and ready for
creativity. Visitors are welcome to use our sewing machine, crafting kits, and other maker
resources, or bring their own projects and craft alongside fellow community members.
Many of our crafting tools and Discovery Kits can also be checked out for use at home.
Stop by and see what you can create!
Summer Reading Program: May 21 —August 12, 2026
The Seward Community Library & Museum is planting the seeds for a fantastic summer!
Join us for the 2026 Summer Reading Program, Plant a Seed, Read, running from May 21
through August 12. This year's theme celebrates the journey from farm to table —just as a
farm nourishes our bodies, the library nourishes our minds. Stories help us grow, connect
us to our families and communities, and remind us how ideas take root and flourish. All
summer long, the library becomes our shared community table where we feast on
imagination.
Sign up at the front desk or on Beanstack to track your reading, attend weekly events, and
win prizes all summer long (while supplies last). It's a season of growth, curiosity, and
fun...come read with us! Last year our community achieved a record -breaking five months
of continuous reading...let's see if we can beat it this summer!
Sign up at the front desk or with the link below and pick up your free SRP swag bag starting
May 21 sY at SCLM: https://sewardcommunitylibrary.beanstack.com/reader365
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The Summer Reading Program is off to an incredible start — as of 6/10/26, we already have
234 registrants, and together the community has logged an astounding 105,255 minutes of
reading, the equivalent of 73 straight days spent with a book.
Our Bean Mosaic program welcomed 12 creative participants who transformed simple
beans into colorful works of art. Paws & Pages brought together 16 enthusiastic readers
who enjoyed spending time with shelter cats and dogs while discovering new stories.
Apron Painting inspired 20 participants to unleash their creativity and design unique,
personalized creations.
It's been a vibrant, joy -filled kickoff to the season, and the momentum just keeps building.
We can't wait to see how much more our community reads, creates, and connects as the
summer unfolds.
Summer Reading Program Upcoming Events:
Summer Reading Program: Escape Rooms -June 24' 4pm-6pm @ SCLM Community
Room Dive into a world of puzzles and surprises with our Summer Escape Rooms! Kids
ages 8-12 can enjoy the Sweets Escape Room, a candy-themed challenge filled with clues
and colorful fun, while teens and adults can test their wits in the Library Escape Room, a
mystery packed with riddles and clever twists. Choose your adventure and see if you can
break out before time runs out.
Summer Reading Program: Imaginative Farm Play —June 27" 1 pm-3pm @ Timberline
Learning Center (321 4' Ave) Join us on the farm at Timberline Learning Center! Children
ages 3-12 will explore what daily life is like on a farm. Think tending, building and
discovering how farm life works. It's a unique blend of lived experience designed to spark
curiosity, responsibility and a love of learning!
Summer Reading Program: Knife Skills taught by AVTEC culinary instructor Sadie Allen
- June 29" 5PM-7PM @ SCLM Community Room A hands-on life skills workshop at the
library will introduce participants to essential knife skills for safer, more confident food
preparation. Attendees will practice proper techniques in a supportive environment and
leave ready to tackle everyday kitchen tasks with ease.
Summer Reading Program: Read & Grow Scavenger Hunt —July 1" All Day @ SCLM
Library Floor The Read & Grow Scavenger Hunt invites children and families to explore the
library through an interactive trail of clues and activities. It's a playful way to build early
literacy skills while discovering all the library has to offer.
Continued Ongoing Events
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2 Movies@2 PM 1 Everyday' 2pm
Lego Lounge 1 Mondays' 3-4pm
Tech Tutoring' Tuesdays 1 2-4pm
Chess I Tuesdays 112:OOpm-1:OOpm
Play and Chat 1 Thursdays 1 10:30-11:45am
Storytime 1 Fridays 1 12:30pm
Seward Harbor/SMIC
No major incidents have been reported within the Harbor or SMIC.
We would like to welcome Dylan Beck to the department as a Harbor Worker II. We are
excited to have him join us.
Status on leases/Permits - AT&T lease renewal —first draft is still under their review; Jag
lease extension is under their review but been moved to an "on hold" status. One other
new lease within SMIC area is being discussed and they are navigating the
permitting/paperwork needed to move forward.
AK Built Construction and design has finished the top rail and cable installation on our
boardwalk project. They will be down in the coming week to do a final site walk.
Seasonal water service is now on within the harbor area and ready for use. Please call the
office and let us know of any issues we are unaware of or any concerns within the area.
North Dock has been active and looks like a very busy summer for that facility. We strongly
encourage any users to call the office before using that facility to avoid any conflicts.
Some vendors made their request 4 to 6 months prior to use.
Community Development
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission held a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd and approved the following
resolutions.
o Resolution 2026-004 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Seward, Alaska, recommending City Council amend Seward City Code
§15.10.226 regarding land uses allowed for marijuana establishments.
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o Resolution 2026-005 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Seward, Alaska, adopting the 2026 update to the Planning and Zoning
Commission Rules of Procedure.
o Resolution 2026-006 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of
Seward, Alaska, granting a six-month extension of CUP 2025-010 for the
construction and operation of a hotel at 313 and 315 Fourth Avenue.
The Commission held a work session on Tuesday, June 16`". The following two items were
discussed:
o Proposed Title 2 code updates relating to the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
o The Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process, including discussion of land uses
currently requiring a CUP.
Staff Activities & Partnerships
Land Swap Update: As a reminder, the land swap replat was pulled from the Borough
Platting Board agenda after Alaska DOT recommended vacation of the Seward Highway
access point serving the private developer's property.
Staff subsequently met with Alaska DOT to discuss concerns raised by both the City and
the developer regarding the loss of access. Following that meeting, Alaska DOT removed
the requirement from its recommendation list.
The replat is now scheduled for consideration at the next Borough Platting Board meeting.
Staff has begun drafting the updated Seward Comprehensive Plan.
Staff has been responding to questions regarding the Wayfinding Signage RFP. Proposals
are due Friday, July 10th.
Staff attended a second public forum facilitated by the new owners of 110 Aialik Street. The
purpose of the meeting was to share feedback received from the public and present an
initial master plan concept for the property.
The owners will need to apply for a Conditional Use Permit before moving forward. Once an
application is submitted, staff will evaluate the proposal, and the full project details will be
made available to the public through the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting packet
process.
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The Kenai Peninsula Borough currently has an opening on the Borough Planning
Commission. Residents interested in serving are encouraged to apply. The Planning
Commission plays an important role in reviewing land use applications, subdivisions, and
zoning matters, and in making recommendations to the Borough Assembly.
More information and application materials are available on the Borough's website:
https://www.kpb.us/local-governance-and-permitting/leadership-governance/planning-
commission/planning-commission-application
Public Works
The Hypochlorite building across the bay is online and operating smoothly. We are still
waiting for some miscellaneous building pieces before this project can be completed.
However, having the unit now operational is a major milestone for the project. This means
no more chorine gas cylinders will be used by the department!
The old Water Storage Tank in Lowell Canyon is already partially torn down and will be
completely removed in the month of June. Groundwork and foundation prep will follow and
concrete for the foundation will start after the 4th of July. All work on the project will cease
July 3-5 and resume after.
The Elm Street Water Main Replacement Project is still scheduled for mid -July. Metco is
the contractor. The public can expect some short detours or stops during the project.
The projects for disinfection, water meters, LP lagoon blowers, and the Birch Street water
main replacement are all underway with design, RFP, or distribution.
The Street Department is having a busy summer. The crew is out sweeping streets,
painting traffic lines, curbs, and crosswalks, and ditching along roadways to improve
drainage. They're also applying calcium chloride to gravel roads to keep dust down,
brushing trees and shrubs out of ditch lines for better visibility, and squeezing in locates for
the many dig permits coming through. Lots of work happening behind the scenes to keep
our roads looking great and driving conditions safe!
The City Shop is a bit shorthanded for last week or so while covering vacations and
miscellaneous time off for mechanics and operators.
The Water -Wastewater Department has been shorthanded with one employee out on
paternity leave. They still have to complete multiple locates, submit all required samples
to the lab in anchorage for testing, work daily with the contractors at the water tank and
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across the bay. They just completed some training on both hypochlorite generators in our
water systems. The representative provided excellent training for the water crew to check,
test, and adjust the systems as needed.
The Building Maintenance and Custodians are working outside quite a bit with the
improved weather. Mowing, planting, and cutting brush are some of the outdoor tasks
being done. They also cut down and cleared the alder trees that had taken over the area to
the north of City Hall. That was a big task that took a loader and several dump truck loads
to haul away.
Electric Department
Transmission Repair Completed at Mile 9
The Electric Department recently completed a significant transmission line repair at Mile 9
north of Seward. The project addressed a damaged transmission structure where a
crossarm had failed and the pole had been burned following a tree strike during a previous
storm event.
To access the remote location, our Operator Mechanics first upgraded the powerline
access trail, which was originally established in 1992. Once access improvements were
complete, the Line Crew transported equipment to the site with assistance from the
department's excavator and successfully completed the repair.
For the safety of our crews, a planned transmission outage was required during
construction. Operator Mechanics once again supported the project by bringing the Fort
Raymond diesel generation plant online to maintain service to our customers throughout
the outage. With these repairs now complete, the reliability and integrity of our
transmission system have been fully restored.
Supporting the Qutekcak Tribe Totem Project
The Line Crew was honored to assist the Qutekcak Tribe and their contractor with the
installation of the new totem archway at the Jesse Lee Home Cemetery. This important
cultural project represents a meaningful addition to the community, and we were proud to
provide support and equipment to help bring it to completion.
Seward's Electric Future Town Hall
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The Electric Department held its fourth Seward's Electric Future Town Hall on May 28. We
were pleased with the community turnout and engagement. During this meeting, staff and
consultants presented financial analyses of the various governance and ownership
options being evaluated for the future of the Electric Department.
The public engagement process will continue this summer. In July, smaller -group financial
workshops will be offered for community members interested in taking a deeper look at the
assumptions, forecasts, and economics behind each option. An additional customer
survey is also planned to gather further community feedback as the process moves
forward.
Record Number of New Service Requests
The department continues to experience a record number of new electric service requests,
which is an encouraging sign for housing development and investment in the Seward
community. Our Field Engineer is working diligently to design these new services, while the
Line Crew continues to construct and energize projects throughout the service territory.
Customers planning future construction projects are encouraged to submit service
applications as early as possible. Due to the volume of work currently in progress and
planned, new service installations are already being scheduled into the fall construction
season.
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Re -post from June 8, 2026 Council Packet
MCS
MUNSON, CACCIOLA & SEVERIN, LLP
June 4, 2026
Seward City Council
City of Seward
PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
2026.
Re: May Status Report
This is our status report covering activity on legal matters worked on during May
General Matters:
We advised on an ordinance regarding laydowns and general decorum rules. We assisted on an
agreement to keep the swimming pool operating. We provided the annual audit letter to the
City's auditors.
Electric Utility:
We continue to assist the City and its employees participating in the RTO's
ongoing efforts, including attending meetings of the legal and regulatory group. The RCA
extended its deadline to make a substantive decision on the RTO, which is now expected
to be issued on September 2, 2026.
We continue to help the City in advancing its interest in hydroelectric projects as
a future power source for the City including helping submit the permit application for the
Godwin/4th of July Creek Project to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and
performing legal research on certain financial incentives for the project.
We also have been assisting the City in analyzing the future of the Electric Utility
based on town hall discussions and through conducting follow-up legal research from the
options explored in those meetings, including analyzing potential conflicts of interest and
organizational structures.
Planning:
We provided guidance on the DRP program, including assistance with drafting
new forms to administer the program. We provided guidance on enforcement options
and short-term rental regulatory issues.
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Personnel:
We continued to advise on confidential personnel questions.
Port and Harbor:
We advised on the Harbormaster's Office project. We provided guidance on
impound options on vessels that have not moved in a while. We also advised the
Harbormaster on dry dock rates at the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC). We also
reviewed a lease for the U.S. Coast Guard at SMIC.
You can expect to receive our next status report in early July.
Sincerely,
MUNSON, CACCIOLA & SEVERIN LLP
Samuel C. Severin
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RESOLUTION 2026-056
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE A LAND SWAP OF EQUAL SIZE IN
THE FOREST ACRES AFOGNAK SUBDIVISION
WITH AFOGNAK LOGGING FOR IMPROVED
AND REQUIRED RIGHT OF WAYS
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2026-056
• Attachments:
o Map Concept
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: June 22, 2026
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Jason Bickling, Deputy City Manager
Subject: Resolution 2026-056: Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate and
Execute a Land Swap of Equal Size in the Forest Acres Afognak Subdivision
with Afognak Logging for Improved and Required Right of Ways
Background and justification:
In the review process for the Forest Acres Afognak Subdivision roads engineering, the Public
Works Director and Deputy City Manager looked at ways to meet the Borough road standards and
make the most efficient improvements for long term maintenance. Cul-de-sacs have certain
measurement requirements that the city did not have the space for in the current right of way.
Additionally, we want to minimize the number of cul-de-sacs, if possible, as they are difficult to
maintain, especially when it comes to snow clearing and removal. To make the most efficient
road plan for the area requires a land exchange between the city and Afognak Logging.
Staff met with the representative for Afognak logging to see if they would be open to an equal
size land swap. This swap would give the city the area required for the cul-de-sac and create a
road instead of another cul-de-sac, exchanging the approximately equal sized land of the current
right-of-way that bisects their properties. Specifically, the city would vacate approximately .45
AC of the northern portion of Pine St. (currently a gravel pit) for two small areas (from lots 21
and CN), on the northern portion of Afognak to be able to have a land for a required cul-de-sac,
and a 50' wide by 300' long portion of lot CI.
Afognak Logging would give the city:
SEWARD MERIDIAN SW 2006011 FOREST ACRES SUB AFOGNAK ADDN LOT 21 (appx
.05 AC)
SEWARD MERIDIAN SW 0000017 FOREST ACRES SUB LOT CN (appx .05 AC)
T 1N R 1W SEC 34 SEWARD MERIDIAN SW 0000017 FOREST ACRES SUB LOT CI (appx
.35 AC)
In exchange for:
Vacating the northern portion of Pine st. (appx .45 AC)
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The City is already required to do a new plat for the area for the Forest Acres Afognak Subdivision
Improvement District and so the additional costs of re -platting for this specific piece would be
minimal.
This resolution will give the City Manager permission to negotiate and execute all documents for
this approximate equal portion land exchange. There will be some minor costs associated with
executing the disposal and acquisition documents.
7.05.510 Easements and rights -of -way.
A. Subject to applicable provisions of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Code, Title 20, Subdivisions, the city
manager may, with regard to city land, negotiate and execute rights -of -way and easements not exceeding a
term of 20 years.
B. The city manager may negotiate and execute the acquisition of rights -of -way and easements necessary for a
utility, public improvement or other public use except the city council shall, by resolution, approve
acquisitions involving cash considerations or the exchange or real property valued in excess of $30,000.00.
C. Any other rights -of -way and easements shall be granted or acquired only upon approval of the City Council.
D. The city manager may, at the direction of the City Council convey, quitclaim, release, cancel, or otherwise
relinquish any real property easement, right-of-way, permit or license the city may have or hold for the
purpose of installing, constructing or maintaining a public improvement or utility, whenever the interest is
no longer used or useful for that purpose.
1111. Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.4.1 Provide safe and efficient vehicular transportation facilities that meet the
needs of the community.
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of:
Creates expenditure in amount of:
Creates a savings in the amount of:
Has no fiscal impact
X
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
Not applicable
X
$
$
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund (✓):
General
SMIC
Electric
Wastewater
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Boat Harbor
Motor Pool
Available Fund Balance
Parking
Other
Water
Healthcare
Note: amounts are unaudited
Finance Director Signature:
Attorne Review
X
Yes
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 2026-056
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A LAND
SWAP OF EQUAL SIZE IN THE FOREST ACRES AFOGNAK SUBDIVISION WITH
AFOGNAK LOGGING FOR IMPROVED AND REQUIRED RIGHT OF WAYS
WHEREAS, the roads for Forest Acres Afognak Subdivision are being planned and engineered
so the property owners can develop their property; and
WHEREAS, the Borough has road requirements that involve cul-de-sacs and road widths; and
WHEREAS, the plan for the roads that would provide the best circulation and efficient
maintenance requires the acquisition and disposal of a minimal amount of land (.45 acres each
way); and
WHEREAS, in preliminary discussions, Afognak Logging is open to exchanging equal portions
of property; and
WHEREAS, this swap benefits the city as it allows us to meet Borough road regulations and
creates a system that is easier for the city to maintain.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to negotiate and execute all
documents associated with the equal portion proposed land swap for cul-de-sacs and right of ways
with Afognak Logging.
Section 2. The exchange involves:
Approximately .05 AC of SEWARD MERIDIAN SW 2006011 FOREST ACRES SUB
AFOGNAK ADDN LOT 21
Approximately .05 AC of SEWARD MERIDIAN SW 0000017 FOREST ACRES SUB LOT CN
Approximately .35 AC T 1N R 1W SEC 34 SEWARD MERIDIAN SW 0000017 FOREST ACRES
SUB LOT CI
In exchange for: vacating approximately .45 AC of the north end of Pine Street.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-056
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect in 30 days.
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THIS 22°d
DAY OF JUNE 2026.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
Sue McClure, Mayor
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Resolution 2026-056
Right of Way the City of Seward would swap in exchange for the other
areas to create a cul-de-sac and road
Areas that Afognak Logging would swap to the City of Seward
Properties owned by Afognak Logging
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RESOLUTION 2026-057
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS OF
THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH SCHOOL
DISTRICT POOL SERVING THE SEWARD
COMMUNITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000
ANNUALLY AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2026-057
• Attachments:
o Intergovernmental Agreement with the
KPBSD
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: June 22, 2026
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Subject: Resolution 2026-057: Authorizing the City Manager to Support Operations
of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Pool Serving the Seward
Community in the Amount of $200,000 Annually and Appropriating Funds
Background and justification:
The City of Seward recognizes the substantial value of maintaining a public swimming pool facility
in the community. The Kenai Peninsula Borough School District has the operational capacity to
manage pool staffing, programming, and day-to-day operations of the facility, including collection
of pool revenues and financial reporting, but does not have the fiscal capacity to independently
fund pool operations.
From July 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026, pool operations will be funded solely from existing Pool
Operations Account balances held by the School District. Beginning January 1, 2027, the City of
Seward is able to provide annual funding in the amount of $200,000 to support continued pool
operations and access to the facility for Seward residents. Under the proposed intergovernmental
agreement, the Kenai Peninsula Borough will continue ownership of the swimming pool facility
and be responsible for capital maintenance, structural repairs, and mechanical upkeep of the facility.
This arrangement creates an intergovernmental partnership with Kenai Peninsula Borough and the
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District under which the City of Seward to fund the pool, the
School District will operate the pool, and the Borough will continue ownership and capital
maintenance responsibilities of the pool.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding Source:
X
X
' Fiscal Impact
Yes — Amount: $200,000 Budgeted:
No
General Fund: 01000-1180-7815
Enterprise Fund:
Grant:
Other:
Finance Director Signature:
X
Yes
No
N/A
5)441"14*
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City Council Agenda Statement
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 2.24
Strategic Plan:
Other:
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Approve
Other:
Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-057
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS OF THE KENAI
PENINSULA BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT POOL SERVING THE SEWARD
COMMUNITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000 ANNUALLY AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS
WHEREAS, the City of Seward recognizes the value of maintaining a public swimming pool
facility in the community; and
WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District has the operational capacity to manage
pool staffing, programming, and day-to-day operations of the facility, including collection of pool
revenues and financial reporting, but does not have the fiscal capacity to independently fund pool
operations; and
WHEREAS, the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District will fund pool operations from July 1,
2026 to December 31, 2026 solely from existing Pool Operations Account balances; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward can provide annual funding in the amount of $200,000 to support
continued pool operations and public access to the facility for Seward residents beginning January
1, 2027; and
WHEREAS, under the proposed intergovernmental agreement, the Kenai Peninsula Borough will
continue to own the swimming pool facility and be responsible for capital maintenance, structural
repairs, and mechanical upkeep of the facility; and
WHEREAS, this arrangement creates a partnership with the Kenai Peninsula Borough School
District and the Kenai Peninsula Borough that allows the City of Seward to fund the pool for the
benefit of the community, for the School District to operate the pool, and for the Borough to
continue ownership and capital maintenance responsibilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to sign the intergovernmental
agreement for Swimming Pool Operations between the City of Seward, the Kenai Peninsula
Borough, and the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $200,000 is hereby transferred and appropriated from the
General Fund Unassigned Account 01000-0000-3400 to the Contribution to the Community Pool
(KPB) Expense account 01000-1180-7815.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-057
Page 2 of 2
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THIS 22nd
DAY OF JUNE 2026.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
Sue McClure, Mayor
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Annual Costs
Total Estimated Annual Cost for the City of Seward:
$ 226,519. 05
• IrrdLude:
• Pact Hanger SaLa y-S11i3,t69_d0
• Utility usage far peal reEeted space -$95.1625
▪ Maintenance lie saris -$21 .725A5
Susan 8. (011)
Mralch Ik {Gas)
Seward O,II}
Homer (Gas)
SOI1I {Gas)
SK fIEW (Gas)
Kenai (Gas)
Pool Unity Operations
560,562.50
S51,000.00
$55,?.00
$127,500.00
S98,812.50
$111,56230
S98,812 SO
$443,675.00
Salar, and Benefits
535, J91.00
546,23&DO
$110,1:69 O
5100964.00
$100,282.O0.
S97$87_00
S 120,425.00
$611,772.00
To Operate
M a i rrterIa nce 4 Yeas Average
524 549.9S
521,642.60
S20,725_O5
S41,82117
$1396Q_43
S55347.16
S83r1S1.39
161,.399.94
General fund -100
5akJnd
Salary arrd Benefits
Total
Full Pool oost
$1.20r903.45
$11$r896.60
$515-05
$270r287.37
S213,O54.93
$264,596.
$30238&89
,1,517, +r6�
Sa43r875_
$2ti1399_94
$.611,77200:
SL517.046.94
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR SWIMMING POOL OPERATIONS
City of Seward, Alaska
Kenai Peninsula Borough
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
This Intergovernmental Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into as of the Effective Date above,
by and among the City of Seward, Alaska ("City"); the Kenai Peninsula Borough, ("Borough");
and the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District ("KPBSD"). Together referred to herein as the
"Parties."
WHEREAS, the Parties recognize the community value of maintaining a public swimming pool
facility (the "Facility") in Seward, Alaska;
WHEREAS, the Borough owns the Facility and is responsible for its capital maintenance;
WHEREAS, KPBSD has the operational capacity to manage pool programming, staffing, and
day-to-day operations, but not the fiscal capacity to fund the Seward pool;
WHEREAS, the City desires to fund pool operations to ensure continued public access for City
residents;
PURPOSE
The Parties enter this Agreement to establish a shared framework for operating the public
swimming pool facility in Seward, Alaska. The City will fund operations, KPBSD will manage
staffing and day-to-day operations, and the Borough will maintain the physical Facility.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
City of Seward:: Provide annual funding as described below; review and approve the Fee
Schedule each year and any mid -year fee changes before they take effect; and designate a liaison
for this Agreement.
Kenai Peninsula Borough: Own the Facility and be responsible for all capital maintenance,
structural repairs, and mechanical upkeep; coordinate with KPBSD on maintenance scheduling;
and designate a liaison for this Agreement.
Kenai Peninsula Borough School District: Hire, supervise, and pay all pool staff; operate the
Facility in compliance with applicable health and safety requirements; collect all Pool Revenue;
maintain separate accounting records for Facility revenues and expenses; submit a proposed Fee
and provide annual financial report to the City within sixty (60) days of the close of the Fiscal
Year, and an internal review of monthly reports available for City review upon request.
FUNDING
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The City shall pay KPBSD an Annual Contribution of $200,000 per year (January 1 — December
31), paid by January 1 of each year. The first installment is due January 1, 2027. The Parties
acknowledge that operations from July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 shall be funded
solely from existing Pool Operations Account balances.
All revenue from pool operations will be held in the KPBSD's Pool Operations Account
annually. If funds in the pool operation's account exceed $75,000, the district will treat these
funds as surplus and return them to the City within 60 days of fiscal year end accounting up to
the amount of the City contribution of $200,000. Surplus calculations shall exclude restricted
grants, donations, gifts, and other funds received for specific purposes.
If the Pool Operations account falls below $75,000, the City bears no obligation beyond its fixed
contribution unless all Parties agree otherwise in writing.
The Parties acknowledge that each is legally prohibited from encumbering funds that have not
been duly appropriated. The Parties acknowledge and understand that in the event a Party's
legislative body fails to appropriate sufficient funds for this agreement, the agreement will
automatically terminate without penalty or further liability no later than when current
appropriations are exhausted.
FEE SCHEDULE
The City and the KPBSD pool manager shall cooperatively create and submit a proposed Fee
Schedule to the City no later than July 1 each year. If the City does not respond within 60 days,
the prior year's Fee Schedule remains in effect. Any mid -year fee changes also require prior
written City approval.
CITY OBLIGATIONS
Not to exceed $200,000 for FY2027 (January 1 — December 31, 2027) The City's Annual
Contribution is intended to support operational expenses including, but not limited to:
• Pool management and lifeguard staffing;
• Employee benefits and payroll costs;
• Pool chemicals and water treatment supplies;
• Routine pool equipment maintenance and repairs;
• Water quality testing and laboratory services;
• Program supplies and operational materials;
• Training, certifications, and licensing costs;
• Custodial services attributable to pool operations;
• Utilities attributable to pool operations, including electricity, fuel oil, water, sewer, refuse
disposal, telecommunications, and interne services;
• Third -party inspections required for operation of the Facility.
KPBSD OBLIGATIONS
• Keep the Pool utility accounts in KPBSD's name and pay the providers. The City's
Annual Contribution is intended to fully reimburse utility costs attributable to pool
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operations. Utility costs exceeding the Annual Contribution remain the responsibility of
KPBSD unless additional funding is approved by the City.
• Carry property insurance on the Pool facility as part of its property insurance for the
school campus and KPBSD-owned contents, as KPBSD determines appropriate.
• Keep all staff certifications current and provide regular training, including lifeguard
certification, CPR/AED, first aid, and CPO credentials where applicable
• Test pool water daily under the supervision of a CPO, per applicable regulations, and
complete any related testing and reporting required by the Alaska Department of
Environmental Conservation.
• Procure pool chemicals, supplies, and operational consumables for day-to-day operation.
• Be responsible for background checks and vetting of all Pool staff consistent with
applicable KPBSD policies.
• Retain the right to exclude any individual or group from the Premises based on conduct
KPBSD reasonably determines to be objectionable or contrary to KPBSD interests.
BOROUGH OBLIGATIONS
The Borough shall respond to emergency failures affecting operation of the Facility within a
reasonable time and shall prioritize repairs necessary to maintain pool operations.
The Borough is responsible for capital maintenance, replacement, and repair of the Facility,
including but not limited to:
• Building structure and envelope;
• Roof systems;
• Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems serving the Facility;
• Pool shell and major pool infrastructure;
• HVAC systems;
• Boilers, pumps, filtration systems, and major equipment replacement;
• Code -required capital improvements.
SECURITY AND CAMERAS
KPBSD shall maintain authority over facility security, surveillance systems, access control, and
emergency procedures.
OPERATIONS STANDARDS
Hours of Operation
KPBSD shall operate the Facility year-round, subject to scheduled maintenance closures,
emergency closures, staffing availability, and school district closures.
The facility shall be open to the public a minimum of twenty-five (25) hours per week for public
swim, lap swim, or other community aquatic programs. Minimum public operating hours shall be
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averaged monthly and exclude emergency closures, scheduled maintenance periods, and
recognized holidays.
In addition to the minimum public operating hours, the facility shall also be available for:
• City of Seward programming at no cost
• KPBSD instructional swim programs during the regular school year at a cost to be
detailed in the fee schedule.
• Community users groups at a cost to be detailed in the fee schedule, and pursuant to
approved facility use agreements
KPBSD shall maintain and share the facility schedule. Any reduction in regularly scheduled
public operating hours exceeding fourteen (14) consecutive days shall be reported to the city.
Water Quality and Temperature
KPBSD shall operate the Facility in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws,
regulations, and standards governing public swimming pools, including applicable Alaska
Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) requirements.
KPBSD shall:
• Conduct and document all required water quality testing;
• Maintain required chemical levels and water clarity standards;
• Submit all required reports to regulatory agencies;
• Immediately notify the Borough of any major equipment failures affecting water quality
or pool operations.
Unless otherwise agreed by the Parties, pool water temperatures shall be maintained as follows:
• Main Pool: 80°F to 85°F;
• Instructional/Lesson Programs: 82°F to 85°F;
• Special aquatic therapy or adaptive programs may require temporary adjustments.
Temporary deviations due to equipment failures, maintenance activities, or energy conservation
measures shall not constitute a breach of this Agreement.
Inspections and Compliance
KPBSD shall be responsible for:
• Daily operational inspections;
• Compliance with ADEC pool regulations;
• Required operator certifications;
• Staff safety training;
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• Maintaining records of water quality testing, incidents, and operational inspections.
The Borough shall provide reasonable access for inspections, maintenance, and repair activities
necessary to preserve the Facility.
Facility Closures
KPBSD may temporarily close the Facility due to:
• Water quality concerns;
• Equipment failures;
• Staffing shortages;
• Health and safety concerns;
• Emergency conditions;
• Scheduled maintenance activities.
KPBSD shall notify the City and Borough as soon as reasonably practical when a closure
exceeds forty-eight (48) hours.
Annual Maintenance Shutdown
KPBSD may schedule up to four weeks annually for preventative maintenance, deep cleaning,
inspections, and repairs.
TERMINATION
Any Party may terminate this Agreement for convenience with 90 days' written notice. Upon
termination, the City remains responsible for its prorated contribution through the termination
date, and KPBSD shall return any prorated surplus to the City within thirty (30) days of the final
accounting.
ASSIGNMENT
No Party may assign this Agreement without the written consent of the other Parties.
INTERPRETATION
This Agreement was negotiated by the Parties and should be read by the fair intent of its
language as a whole, not for or against any Party. Section titles are for reference only.
SEVERABILITY
If a court finds any part of this Agreement invalid, the rest stays in full effect.
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JURISDICTION AND CHOICE OF LAW
Any lawsuit arising from this Agreement must be filed in the superior court for the Third Judicial
District of Alaska at Kenai. Alaska law governs.
INSPECTION AND RETENTION OF RECORDS.
Any Party may inspect, in the manner and at reasonable times it considers appropriate, all of
another Party's facilities and records having any relevance to this Agreement. Each Party agrees
to retain financial and other records relating to the performance of this Agreement for a period of
six years, or until the resolution of any audit findings, claims or litigation related to the
Agreement.
INSURANCE AND LIABILITY
Each Party shall maintain insurance appropriate to its role and shall be responsible for its own
acts and omissions. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of any
governmental immunity or liability limitation provided by law. KPBSD is solely responsible for
workers' compensation for Facility staff it employs; the Borough is responsible for its own
maintenance personnel.
INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by law, each Party shall be responsible for claims arising from its own
negligent acts, errors, or omissions and those of its officers, employees, and agents.
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 agreements,
proposals, and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to this subject matter.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have signed this Agreement as of the dates below.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Signature:
City Manager
Date:
KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
Signature:
Borough Mayor
Date:
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KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Signature:
Assistant Superintendent
Date:
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RESOLUTION 2026-058
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE THE
ADDITIONAL REPAIRS FROM NC MACHINERY
FOR THE CATERPILLAR D6 DOZER
FOLLOWING OCEAN IMMERSION IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $90,000 AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2026-058
• Attachments:
o Quote NC Machinery
58
City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: June 22, 2026
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Doug Schoessler, Public Works Director
Subject: Resolution 2026-058: Authorizing the City Manager to Approve the
Additional Repairs from NC Machinery for the Caterpillar D6 Dozer
Following Ocean Immersion in an Amount Not to Exceed $90,000 and
Appropriating Funds
Background and justification:
On May 11, 2026, the City Council approved Resolution 2026-050 authorizing the repair and
rebuild of the submerged dozer recovered from the ocean after accidental submersion.
This resulted in an insurance claim for which a settlement of $326,000 was received. These funds
are being held in the Motor Pool account for the repair or replacement of the Caterpillar D-6 Dozer.
Upon reassembly, additional repair costs have been identified beyond the scope originally
anticipated. These additional repairs could not have been reasonably foreseen prior to the
disassembly of the equipment. We expect some additional miscellaneous repair costs to be added.
The Public Works Director and Shop Foreman have determined that these additional repairs are
necessary to safely and fully restore the dozer to operational condition.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding Source:
X
X
Fiscal Impact J
Yes — Amount: $90,000 Budgeted:
No
General Fund:
Enterprise Fund:
Grant:
Other:
Finance Director Signature:
X
Yes
No
N/A
03000-0000-8103
5
59
City Council Agenda Statement
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
X
Yes
Attorney Signature:
Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
X
Approve
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-058
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE THE ADDITIONAL REPAIRS
FROM NC MACHINERY FOR THE CATERPILLAR D6 DOZER FOLLOWING OCEAN
IMMERSION IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $90,000 AND APPROPRIATING
FUNDS
WHEREAS, on May 11, 2026, the City Council approved Resolution 2026-050 authorizing the
repair and rebuild of the submerged Caterpillar D6 Dozer; and
WHEREAS, the City has successfully secured a settlement of $326,000 from our insurance
regarding the total loss of the dozer. That payment was received in 2026 and properly credited to
the Motor Pool Fund for upcoming repair or replacement; and
WHEREAS, upon disassembly and mechanical inspection, additional damage and deficiencies
have been identified beyond the scope originally anticipated in the amount of $25,638 for a current
total of $254,460; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Director and Shop Foreman have determined that the following
additional repairs are necessary to safely and fully restore the dozer to operational condition; and
WHEREAS, these additional repairs could not have been reasonably foreseen prior to the
disassembly of the equipment and other miscellaneous costs are still expected.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEWARD, ALASKA:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute the expanded scope of
repair work on the dozer, including all additional repairs identified during the mechanical
inspection.
Section 2. The City Council hereby appropriates an amount not to exceed $90,000 from the Motor
Pool Fund 03000-1310-8103 for the purpose of such major repairs to the Dozer.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THIS 22'd
DAY OF JUNE 2026.
Sue McClure, Mayor
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-058
Page 2 of 2
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
62
N C MACHINERY
CST
CITY OF SEWARD
BPO 573 PO BOX 167
SEWARD 99664-0167
Proposal No: 230834 -1
CUSTOMER NO.
CONTACT
PHONE NO.
FAX NO.
Work Order No.
9993006
DOUG SCHOESSLE
907 224 4005
QUOTE NO.
P.O. NO.
DATE
Email
230834
2026-05-19
dougc cityofseward.net
MAKE
MODEL
SERIAL NO.
UNIT NO.
hours
AA
D6T XLVPAT
0WFH00528
105
4
NOTES
SEGMENT: 01
Parts
Part Number
159-8050
10R-5644
10R-5644
7X-6315
134-4126
476-1913
443-6362
1 S-7252
6T-0465
118-0639
6T-7695
7T-9303
147-7979
147-7976
229-6635
257-5029
438-3170
134-9602
3E-6328
158-6632
117-2311
170-3461
340-7161
222-7877
222-7883
226-9674
239-3355
239-8107
SUPPLY PARTS . ( )
NOTES:
Description
CM CABLE-ELE
CONTROL GP
CORE
STRAP
WASHER
NO DESCRIPTION
CONVERTER -PO
TERMINAL
COVER
SWITCH AS
SPEAKER A
SWITCH A
MOTOR GP-COM
MOTOR GP -
GASKET
RESISTOR AS
BLOWER AS
VALVE AS-WAT
ALARM GP
SWITCH AS-HO
HOUSING A
BASE AS-LIGH
CONVERTER -PO
SWITCH AS-RO
SWITCH AS-RO
PANEL GP
GASKET
FUSE
Qty
112
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Unit Price
0.30
3,415.52
1,252.35
3.63
0.29
75.15
1,118.82
4.58
4.28
341.81
21.76
47.67
417.56
401.40
24.04
77.41
352.33
102.34
68.62
135.85
19.62
27.29
451.80
43.57
43.57
2,328.62
32.46
9.58
Ext Price
33.60
3,415.52
1,252.35
3.63
0.29
75.15
1,118.82
4.58
4.28
341.81
21.76
47.67
417.56
401.40
24.04
77.41
352.33
102.34
68.62
135.85
39.24
27.29
451.80
43.57
43.57
2,328.62
32.46
9.58
63
246-4311
283-2382
200-5728
638-0007
241-4939
598-0886
648-9347
551-2270
551-2269
000000
2661470
2661467
Labor
Description
LABOR
GUARD -SWITCH
SWITCH AS-RO
HARNESS AS-R
RADIO GP -AM/
BUSHING
SWITCH AS -DI
LAMP GP -DOME
MOTOR GP-WIP
MOTOR GP-WIP
POTENTIAL CORE CREDIT
SENSOR GP -PO
SENSOR GP
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Qty
38
5.74
43.57
49.68
218.40
10.20
125.92
61.50
217.69
216.05
-1,252.35
408.21
214.86
Total Parts:
Total Labor:
Segment 01 Total:
5.74
43.57
49.68
218.40
10.20
125.92
61.50
217.69
216.05
-1,252.35
408.21
214.86
11,194.61
Ext Price
7,980.00
7,980.00
19,174.61
SEGMENT: 02
Parts
Part Number
5P-0767
7G-9555
3V-2431
253-5369
250-6053
521-6481
355-3148
9X-7378
159-1503
7X-7702
7X-7477
7X-0608
OL-0478
605-6099
20R7447
20R7447
000000
Labor
Description
LABOR
SUPPLY PARTS . ( )
NOTES:
Description
CM -HOSE STK
SPIDER & BRG
WASHER
CORE AS
TUBE AS
CORE AS-OCLR
SWITCH AS
SEAL
CLAMP
CM -CONDUIT
BOLT
WASHER
BOLT
TUBE AS
PUMP GP
CORE
POTENTIAL CORE CREDITS
Qty
534
2
8
1
1
1
1
1
4
48
8
8
8
1
1
1
1
Qty
14
Unit Price
0.16
128.55
0.31
4,632.64
430.53
1,300.62
99.57
2.44
12.37
0.22
1.24
0.40
1.00
443.21
3,556.24
2,106.34
-2,106.34
Total Parts:
Total Labor:
Segment 02 Total:
Ext Price
85.44
257.10
2.48
4,632.64
430.53
1,300.62
99.57
2.44
49.48
10.56
9.92
3.20
8.00
443.21
3,556.24
2,106.34
-2,106.34
10,891.43
Ext Price
2,940.00
2,940.00
13,831.43
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NOTES:
Misc
Description Qty Ext Price
ADDITIONAL CORE CREDIT 1-8,467.46
Total Misc: -8,467.46
Segment 03 Total: -8,467.46
Total Segments: 24,538.58
CONSUMABLE FEES
ENVIRONMENTAL FEES
SUB TOTAL (BEFORE TAXES)
500.00
600.00
25,638.58
- This estimate will expire 30 days from the estimate date.
- Price excludes Freight Charges, Operating Supplies/EPA Fees and Overtime.
- Terms: Net 10th Prox.
- Sales Taxes where applicable are not included with the above prices.
ESTIMATED REPAIR TIME: from start date
"The Signature is an authorization to proceed with the required repair work as described within the
quote".
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Caterpillar D6 Dozer Incident
List of expenses as of 5/31/2026
Vendor: Metco
Storage $13,875
Rescue $9,925
Vendor: NC Machinery
Req.9062 $25,638
Res2026-050 $205,201
Total $254,460
Prepared by Finance Department 6/17/2026
Meeting Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
From: Kris Peck, City Clerk
Agenda Item: Discuss shifting PACAB terms to expire in January
PACAB term expirations are currently at the end of July. The timing of this
expiration date happens to land during PACAB summer hiatus of June, July, August.
This makes it a little difficult to have outgoing/incoming members during a period
of inactivity. Based on PACAB feedback from the April discussion item, the month
of January would be the best month for PACAB terms to expire.
To move forward with this shift, the city clerk recommends shortening each term
from 3 years down to 2.5 years as the board makes this transition from July to
January.
If approved, the clerk's office will start advertising the upcoming seats expiring and
the new terms will be for 2.5 years instead of 3 years. They will expire January
2029:
Jaffa [Will be Advertising Vacant Seat] New Term Expiring January 2029
Schutter [Will be Advertising Vacant Seat] New Term Expiring January 2029
Altermatt [Will be Advertising Vacant Seat] New Term Expiring January 2029
All current members terms will also be re -calibrated to expire in January so the roster
would look like this:
Vice Chair Atwood Term Expiring January 2028
Draper Term Expiring January 2028
Groom Term Expiring January 2027
Regis Term Expiring January 2027
If Council approves of this shift of the term dates, the city clerk will start advertising
the adjusted term lengths in July. The appointments will be made on the July 27,
2026 City Council meeting.
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