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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-069
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT THE PROPOSAL FROM MT.
MCKINLEY FENCE COMPANY TO REMOVE AND REPLACE THE ELECTRIC
DEPARTMENT LAYDOWN YARD FENCE FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$86,961
WHEREAS, the existing fence surrounding the Electric Department laydown yard on the Seward
Highway has exceeded its useful life, no longer provides the level of security expected for utility
equipment and materials, and requires replacement; and
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2026 Electric Utility budget includes funding for the replacement of
the laydown yard fence, making this project a budgeted capital improvement; and
WHEREAS, Mt. McKinley Fence Company has submitted a proposal in the amount of $82,820,
to which the Electric Department has added a 5% contingency to address any unforeseen
circumstances for a total project amount not to exceed $86,961; and
WHEREAS, Mt. McKinley Fence Company of Mat -Su, Inc. has a long history of providing
quality fencing projects for the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, replacement of the fence will improve the security, functionality, and long-term
reliability of the laydown yard used by the Seward Electric Department.
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 proposal from Mt.
McKinley Fence Company of Mat -Su, Inc. for removal of the existing fence and installation of a
new fence at the Electric Department laydown yard.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $82,820 with a 5% contingency of $4,141, for a total project
cost not to exceed $86,961 has been approved in the Fiscal Year 2026 Electric Utility Operating
Budget in line 15000-3000-8101 Capital Infrastructure Expense.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA THIS 24'h
DAY OF AUGUST 2026.
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Sue McClure, Mayor
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2026-069
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AYES: Osenga, Calhoon, Barnwell, Crites, Warner, Draper, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: August 24, 2026
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Taylor Crocker, Electric Operations Manager
Subject: Resolution 2026-069: Authorizing the City Manager to Accept the Proposal
from Mt. McKinley Fence Company to Remove and Replace the Electric
Department Laydown Yard Fence for an Amount Not to Exceed $86,961
Background and justification:
The laydown yard on the Seward Highway serves as the primary storage location for the Electric
Department's utility materials, including underground cable, transformers, poles, construction
materials, and specialized equipment used to maintain and restore the City's electric system. The
existing perimeter fence has exceeded its useful life and deteriorated to the point that replacement
is the most practical and cost-effective solution. Replacing the fence will improve the security of
critical utility infrastructure and provide a safer, more reliable facility for daily operations.
Replacement of the laydown yard fence was identified as a capital improvement and approved as
part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Electric Utility Operating Budget. Because funding has already been
appropriated, no additional budget authorization is required beyond approval of the contract award
and contingency.
Staff recommend awarding the project to Mt. McKinley Fence Company of Mat -Su, Inc. Mt.
McKinley Fence has a long history of successfully completing quality fencing projects for the City
of Seward and has consistently demonstrated reliable workmanship and professional service. Their
proposal includes removal and disposal of the existing fence, installation of approximately 1,200
linear feet of new commercial -grade chain link fencing with barbed wire, new access gates, and
privacy slats along the rear property line, for a total contract amount of $82,820.
Staff also recommend including a 5% contingency of $4,141 for a total project authorization of
$86,961. The contingency will allow the City to address unforeseen conditions that may be
encountered during demolition of the existing fence or installation of the new fence, such as hidden
obstructions, deteriorated fence footings, or other site conditions, without delaying the project.
City Council Agenda Statement
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact:
Funding Source:
X
X
Yes — Amount: $ 86,961 Budgeted:
No
General Fund:
Enterprise Fund:
Grant:
Other:
Finance Director Signature:
X
Yes
No
N/A
15000-3000-8101
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: