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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2000-050
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ADOPTING THE SEWARD PORT AND HARBOR TARIFF,
INCLUDING ADDITION OF FEES FOR EQUIPMENT USAGE, USED OIL
RECOVERY SERVICES, CHANGING TRA VELIFT FEE CALCULATION
TO QUARTER HOUR INCREMENTS AFTER THE FIRST HOUR VERSUS
HALF HOUR INCREMENTS, ELIMINATING THE TIERED RATE
SCHEDULE FOR DAILY MOORAGE'IN FAVOR OF A SET RATE PER
LINEAL FOOT OF OVERALL LENGTH, AND OTHER MINOR FEES AND
TERMINOLOGY CHANGES.
WHEREAS, the Seward Port and Harbor Tariffis the basis by which the Harbor Department
charges for services provided the maritime industry; and
WHEREAS, the department attempts to keep the document updated based upon the latest
information and studies available which reflect the market and trends in the industry: and
WHEREAS, the Seward Port and Harbor Tariffhas not been updated since July 1998 and
several inconsistencies and word changes were required in order to make the tariff match existing
practices as well as to clarify certain areas; and
WHEREAS, the major changes involve adding a fee for major repairs and maintenance
activities in the upland boat storage area, eliminating the tiered daily rate schedule in favor of a
standard rate per lineal foot, adding an equipment fee schedule against which to bill out incidental
services and adding a used oil and substance fee schedule against which to bill large used oil recovery
services; and
WHEREAS, other minor changes include changing "City of Seward" to "Shiplift Operator"
where appropriate concerning the SyncroLift facility, changing the Travelift fee calculation to 1/4
hour increments from 1/2 hour increments after the first hour, and changing standard and overtime
rates for labor consistent with tariff studies conducted within the state; and
WHEREAS, this revised tariff has been reviewed by the Port and Commerce Advisory
Board, which passed a resolution supporting adoption of this revised tariff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The Seward Port and Harbor Tariff, attached hereto and incorporated by
reference, is hereby adopted.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2000-050
Section 2. The changes to the existing Tariff shall take effect on July 1, 2000, in order to
allow time to post the changes with the U. S. Maritime Administration.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the city of Seward, Alaska, this 22nd
day of May, 2000.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
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Edgar Blatchford, Mayor
AYES:
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ABSENT:
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PORT AND HARBOR TARIFF
REGULATIONS
Rules, Rates, Charges and Regulations
for Port and Harbor Facilities
City of Seward, Alaska
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Small Boat Harbor, Seward Marine Industrial Center, and Ship1ift System
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City of Seward
P. O. Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
Revision Date: July 1, 2000
Table of Contents
PREFACE ........................... ........................................................................... .................. .................................... v
Tariff Revisions....... ..... ...... .... .... .......... ... ......... ....... .......................... ....... .............................................. v
Forms ......... ........ ..... ......................... ... ......... ................. ..................... ...... ...... ....................... ............... v
Explanation of Abbreviations and Characters That May Appear in Tariff.......................................... v
Notice to Public........................ ............................................................................................................. vi
SECTION I - GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS ............................................................................... 1
100 DEFINITIONS - GENERAL .................. ................................................................ ................. .............. 1
1 05 APPLICATION OF TARlFF.................................................................................................................2
(a) General Application of Tariff..................................... ...... .................. ........... .... ............ ... ........ 2
(b) T ariffEffective...... ............................................. ................................. ................ ...................... 3
(c) Acceptance of Tariff.......... ............... ................. .......... ..... ............ ..... ....................................... 3
(d) Reservation of Agreement Rights............................................................................................. 3
(e) Compliance with Conditions of Docking and Facility Use...................................................... 3
11 0 APPLICATION OF RA TES..................................................................................................................3
115 INSURANCE ...................................................................................... ............................................... ....3
120 RESPONSIDILITY FOR COLLECTION AND GUARANTEE OF CHARGE................................. 3
(a) Responsibility for Charges .......................................................................................................3
(b) Prepayment, Time of Prepayment, Acceptable Security, Refund of Excess ........................... 4
(c) Waiver of Prepayment Requirement ......... ............... ................................................................ 4
(d) Charges on Delinquent Accounts............................................................................................. 5
125 LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE AND INDEMNITy.............................................................. 5
(a) Responsibility Limited... ................................... ... ........... .................. ................ ..... ................... 5
(b) Indemnity..... ..................................... ................ .... ................................. ............................ ....... 6
(c) Owner's Risk.. ............. .... ........... ........ ................................................................ ..... .................. 6
130 RIGHTS OF THE CITY OF SEW ARD................................................................................................ 6
(a) Access to Harbor or Port Facilities...........................................................................................6
(b) Right to Refuse Cargo .............................................................................................................. 7
(c) Right to Schedule Vessels and Cargo....................................................................................... 7
(d) Right to Remove, Transfer or Warehouse Cargo..................................................................... 7
(e) Right to Withhold Deliver of Freight .......................................................................................8
(f) Right to Sell for Unpaid Charges ............................................................................................. 8
(g) Explosives............................................... .... ............... .................................. ............................. 8
(h) Right to Remove, Transfer or Rearrange Vessels ....................................................................8
(i) Right to Remove Materials or Equipment from City Dock or Terminal Facilities ................. 9
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135 REQUESTS AND COMPLAINTS .......................................................................................................9
140 DELAYS - NO WANER OF CHARGES............................................................................................ 9
145 MANIFESTS REQUIRED OF VESSELS ............................................................................................ 9
150 SAFETY, SANITATION AND HOUSEKEEPING .............................................................................9
(a) Safety and Sanitation .................. ................. ......................... ....................................................9
(b) Notice of Hazardous Cargo and Permit Requirements .......................................................... 10
(c) Responsibility for Housekeeping....... ........................................................................... .......... 10
(d) Smoking Prohibited......................................................................................................... ....... 10
(e) Used Oil and Petroleum Products........................................................................................... 10
155 RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE ............................................................................ 11
160 BULK PETROLEUM PRODUCTS ........................................................................ ............................ 11
(a) Application of Tariff........ ....................................................................................................... 11
(b) Clearing and Heating Petroleum Lines................................................................................... 11
(c) Regulations Governing Petroleum Products .......................................................................... 11
(d) Housekeeping............................................. ...... ....................................................................... 11
SECTION II - SERVICES AND CHARGES ................................................................................................... 12
200 MOORAGE..................................... ................... .................................................................................. 12
Outside the Small Boat Harbor ............................................................................................................ 12
Within the Small Boat Harbor ............................................................................................................. 12
(a) Assignment of Berths.................................................................. ........................................... 12
(b) Waiting List for Permanent Slip Assignment........................................................................ 12
(c) Permanent Slip Assignments............... ....................................... ............................................ 13
(d) Permanent and Temporary (Transient) Slip Assignments..................................................... 13
(e) Notice Upon Arrival............................................................................................................... 13
(f) Vessel Registration ................................................................................................................. 13
205 MOORAGE RATES .......................... ................ ....................................... ........................................... 14
(a) Calculation of Moorage Rates .................................................................. .............................. 14
(b) Daily Rates ........... ............................................................... ................................... ................. 14
(c) Annual Moorage Fees ............... ..................................... ................... ...................................... 14
(d) Float Plane Fees ......................................................................................................................15
210 DOCKAGE..... ..... ....................................... .............. ....... ... ....... ....... .................. ....... ......... ........... ....... 16
(a) Dockage Period...................................................................................... ................................. 16
(b) Basis for Computing Charges ................................................................................................ 16
(c) Vessels Docked to Repair, Shore, Outfit or Fumigate........................................................... 16
(d) Preference to Reserved Dock Use........................................................................................... 16
(e) Berth May be Granted Before Payment .................................................................................18
(f) Charges on Vessel Shifting ....................................................................................................18
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(g) Charges to Assisting Vessels.................................................................................................. 18
(h) Notice of Hazardous Cargo and Permit Requirement............................................................18
(i) Dockside Lay Time ................................................................................................................. 18
215 DOCKAGE RATES................. ..... .............. .............. ............................. ....... .............................. ......... 19
(a) Daily Dockage Rate ................................................................................................................ 19
(b) Monthly Dockage Rate ................ ................ ........................................................................... 19
220 HANDLING, LOADING AND UNLOADING.................................................................................. 19
225 LABOR AND SERVICE CHARGES ................................................................................................. 20
(a) Specific Services ............................... ................... ............ ........ .......................................... ..... 20
(b) Labor/Personnel..................... ........................................ ........ ................... ......... .... ...... ..... ......21
(c) Equipment.......................... ..... ......................... ................ ....................................................... 22
(d) Special Services.. ................................ ..... ......... ................ ........ ............. ............. .... ...... .......... 22
(e) Miscellaneous Charges.. .................. ............................ ..................... ............................. .........22
230 PASSENGER FEES...... .......................................................... ....................... ............................. .........23
(a) Fee.................................................... ..... ... ...... ......................................... .................. ........... ...23
(b) Exceptions.............................. .... ........................ ... ................... .................... ........ ................... 23
235 SEARCH AND RESCUE FEES..........................................................................................................23
240 BOAT LAUNCH RAMP FEES .......................................................................................................... 23
(a) Operating Policy......... ...... ........... ..... ......................................... .................. .............. ............. 23
(b) Launch Fees................. ....... ......... ........................... .................................................. .............. 24
245 PUBLIC SHOWERS.... .... .......... ................ ............... ............. ................... .................. ............ ...... .......23
250 50-TON TRA VELIFT .........................................................................................................................24
(a) Operating Policy.......... ........... .................. ......... .............. ..................... ..... .............................24
(b) Boat Lift Agreement ........................................ .................................. .....................................24
(c) Responsibilities........................................ .................................... ............. ............ ............... ...25
(d) Dockside Lay Time..... .... .......................... ... .......................... .............................................. ...25
255 50-TON TRA VELIFT FEES ............................................................................................................... 25
(a) Description of Charge................................................ ................... .............................. ............ 25
(b) Lift Fee ........ ...................................................................... ................ ...... ................................ 25
260 250- TON TRA VELIFT .......................................................................................................................26
(a) Operating Policy..... ..................... .............. ............................................................................. 26
(b) Boat Lift Agreement .... ........................................... ............ ............................................... ..... 26
(c) Responsibilities.......... ..... ....... ............................... ................... ................. .... ............ .............. 26
(d) Dockside Lay Time.. ............................... ................................................ ............ .............. ......26
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265 250-TON TRA VELIFT FEES............................................................................................................. 27
(a) Description of Charge.............................................................................................. ............... 27
(b) Lift Fee.................................................................. ............................................................ ...... 27
270 SHlPLIFT FEE ................ .................. .............. ..................... .............. ................ .................. ................27
(a) Description of Charge..................................... .............. .......................................................... 27
(b) Lift Fee................. ...... ........................... ...................................................................... ............ 27
(c) Basis for Computing Charges ................................................................................................ 28
(d) Preference to Reserved Use .................................................................................................... 28
(e) Berth May be Granted Before Payment .................................................................................29
(f) Inspection of Vessels on the Shiplift Platform....................................................................... 29
(g) Repairs to Vessels on the Shiplift System.............................................................................. 29
(h) Notice of Hazardous Cargo and Permit Requirement............................................................ 30
(i) Dockside Lay Time ................................................................................................................. 30
(j) Lift Fee Rates.... .................. ................................. .............. .................................. ...................30
275 DAILY SHIPLIFT LA Y CHARGE.....................................................................................................30
(a) Description of Charge.............................. .............................................. ............. .................... 30
(b) Lay Fee................................ .............................................................. ................................ ...... 30
(c) Basis for Computing Charges ................................................................................................30
(d) Rate....................................................................................................................... .................. 30
280 UPLAND STORAGE.. ......................... ............................... ............................................... .................30
(a) Area of Land Available............... ................ ............... ................ ............... .............................. 30
(b) Calculation of Rates....... ........... .................................................................................... .......... 31
(c) Lay Time Rates .... ................................................................................................................... 31
(d) Empty Cradlesrrrailers.......... ............................... ................. ........................ ..................... .... 31
285 WHARFAGE ............. ..........................................................................................................................31
(a) Application of Charge........ ................................................ .... ........................................... ...... 31
(b) Overside ................................. .......... ..................... ................. ......................... ....... ................. 32
(c) Overstowed Cargo ................................................................ .............................. .................... 32
290 WHARFAGE RATES ............. ..................................... .......................................................................32
(a) Schedule of Standard Rates ..... .............................................................................. ................. 32
(b) Discount Rates Based on Guaranteed Payments ................................................................... 32
295 WHARF DEMURRAGE .....................................................................................................................33
(a) Description of Charge............................................................................... .............................. 33
(b) Calculation of Free Time .............. ................................... .................................... ................... 33
(c) Free time......................................................................................................... ......................... 33
(d) Rates..................... ........................................................... ..... .............................. ..................... 33
(e) Lay-Down Areas.. ...... ................ ........ ...... ...... ........... ..... .......... ........... ..... .......... .....................34
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PREFACE
The purpose of this document is to provide, in a complete but condensed format for public review, the terms,
conditions, rules, regulations, charges, and rates comprising the City of Seward Port and Harbor Tariff, as
approved from time to time by the Seward City Council. Although some text has been rearranged for the
purpose of clarification, it does not reflect any substantive changes to the actual tariff This document contains,
but is not limited to, the City of Seward Terminal Tariff No. 100 as ftloo with the Federal Maritime Commission.
Tariff Revisions
The City of Seward Port and Harbor Tariff may be revised in whole or in part from time to time. Upon such
revision, the amended page(s) will show the date of revision in the lower left comer. Requests for missing pages
or additional copies of the tariff may be directed to the Seward City Clerk.
Forms
All forms referenced in this document may be obtained from the Seward City Clerk's Office or the
Harbormaster's Office. Shiplift/Syncrolift forms are available at Seward Ship's Drydock Office at the Marine
Industrial Center. These forms include, but are not limited to, Vessel Moorage Application, and supplements
thereto; Application and Agreement for Reserved Moorage; Application and Agreement for Transient Moorage;
Boat Lift Agreement; Vessel Shiplift Use Application, and Supplements thereto; Shiplift System Use Permit;
Terminal Use Permit; Prepayment Agreement; and Uplands Storage Agreement.
Explanation of Abbreviations and Characters That May Appear in Tariff
b.m. board measure 19th. length
bbl. barrel m.b.m. LOOO ft. board measure
bdl. bundle meas. measure
crt. crate mill. JlllIllIIlum
cs. case rmsc. miscellaneous
ctn. carton m.t. metric ton
cU.ft. cubic foot or feet no. number
ea. each N.O.S. not otherwise specified herein
f.f. folded flat pkg. package
F.M.C. Federal Maritime Commission SQ. ft. square foot or feet
gals. gallons stg. storage
hdlg. handling U.S. United States of America
me. including. inclusive or incorporated W.t. weight ton of 2.000 lbs.
l.c.l. less than carload wlm weight ton of 2,000 lbs. or cubic
ton of 40 cubic feet
Idg. loading vd. vard
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Notice to Public
This tariff is published and filed as required by law and is, therefore, notice to the public, shippers, consignees
and carriers that the rates, rules and charges apply to all traffic for which contract rates have not been arranged.
In addition to this Port and Harbor Tariff, the public, shippers, consignees and carriers using City of Seward
facilities should consult and be aware that the City of Seward Code of Ordinances, including but not limited to
Chapter 9.15 (Fire Prevention and the Uniform Fire Code), Title 14 (Utilities, including Garbage, Refuse, Water,
Electricity and Sewage) and Chapter 7.10 (Ports and Harbors), all as amended, apply and govern where not
specifically provided otherwise in this tariff.
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SECTION I - GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
Subsection
100 DEFINITIONS - GENERAL
(a) General Terms. Unless provided otherwise in this tariff, applicable definitions set forth in 46 CFR
~ 515.6 shall control.
(b) City Docks. The city docks of the City of Seward include all docks, floats, slips, wharves, ramps,
piers, bulkheads, dolphins and sea walls owned or operated by the City of Seward.
(c) Float; Float System. Those portions of the city docks located within the Small Boat Harbor that
rise and fall with the tide, including the pilings, ramps, ladders and utility connections.
(d) Holidays. In this tariff, whenever reference is made to holidays, the following days are included:
New Year's Day, President's Day, Seward's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Alaska Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day immediately following Thanksgiving Day,
one-half of the working day immediately preceding Christmas Day, and Christmas Day. When a
holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be considered a holiday and, when a holiday
falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be considered a holiday for the purposes of this
tariff.
(e) Permit Holder. A person or business that has a valid Shiplift System Use Pennit issued by the City
of Seward. (See "Forms" in the preface of this document.)
(f) Point of Rest. Point of rest is defmed as that area on the terminal facility which is assigned for the
receipt of inbound cargo from the vessel and from which inbound cargo may be delivered to the
consignee and that area which is assigned for the receipt of outbound cargo from shippers for
vessel loading.
(g) Port of Seward. The Port of Seward comprises the Small Boat Harbor, the Shiplift System and
all city docks and terminal facilities located within the corporate limits of the City of Seward.
(h) Slip. A moorage location within the float system of the Small Boat Harbor. A slip does not include
the float or fmger of the float, but only the spaces between or adjacent to it.
(i) Shiplift System. The shiplift located at the Seward Marine Industrial Center and the adjacent rail
side transfer system.
(j) Terminal Facilities. Terminal facilities include all city docks and associated equipment, offices,
warehouses, storage space, roads, paved areas, water banks and shorelines under the management
and control of the City of Seward.
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100 (k)
Vessel. In this tariff, whenever reference is made to a "vessel", the term shall mean any ship or
barge, self-propelled or other than self-propelled.
(I) Moorage. Moorage is the charge assessed to a vessel for berthing in a slip, on a transient dock,
or for tieing to a vessel so moored in the small boat harbor or other terminal facilities.
(m) Dockage. Dockage is the charge assessed to a vessel for docking at a city dock or terminal facility
or for tieing to a vessel so docked. (Sometimes identified as "moorage".)
(n) Handling. Handling means the service of physically moving cargo between point of rest and any
place on the terminal facility other than the end of a ship's tackle.
(0) Loading and Unloading. Loading and unloading means the service ofloading or unloading cargo
between any place on the terminal and railroad cars, trucks, lighters or barges or any other means
of conveyance to or from the terminal facility.
(P) Wharfage. Wharfage is the charge assessed against any freight placed in a transit shed or on a
wharf; or passing through, over or under a wharf; or transferred between vessels; or loaded to or
unloaded from a vessel at a wharf regardless of whether or not a wharf is used. Wharfage is
solely the charge for use of a wharf and does not include handling, sorting, piling of freight or
charges for any other services.
(q) Demurrage. A charge assessed against cargo remaining in or on terminal facilities after the
expiration of free time, unless arrangements have been made for storage.
(r) Free Time. The specified period during which cargo may occupy space assigned to it on terminal
property, free of wharf demurrage or terminal storage charges, immediately prior to the loading
or subsequent to the discharge of such cargo on or off the vessel.
105 APPLICATION OF TARIFF
(a) General Application of Tariff Rates, charges, rules and regulations provided in this tariff will
apply only to persons and vessels using certain terminal facilities under the jurisdiction and
control of the City of Seward, merchandise received at or shipped from the facilities or properties
operated under the jurisdiction and control of the City of Seward, and specifically to municipal
docks, structures appurtenant thereto and waterways under the management of the City of
Seward. The rates, charges, rules and regulations herein may apply to the Seward Small Boat
Harbor, the harbor bounded by the rubble breakwater at the northwestern head of Resurrection
Bay (Small Boat Harbor); the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC), including yards, basin,
docks, dolphins, 250-ton travelift, and shiplift platform; and any other terminal facilities under
the jurisdiction and control of the City of Seward.
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Subsection
105 (b) Tariff Effective. Rates, charges, rules and regulations named in this tariff and any additions,
revisions, or supplements thereto shall apply to all vessels or users and to all freight received at
facilities subject to this tariff on and after revisions, or supplements thereto. Unless otherwise
specified all transit freight received at tenninals and undelivered prior to effective dates of tariff,
revisions, or supplements thereto, shall be charged the rates in effect on the date such freight was
received until entire lot or shipment has been withdrawn.
(c) Acceptance of Tariff Use of the docks and terminal facilities of the City of Seward shall be
deemed an acceptance of this tariff and the terms and conditions named herein.
(d) Reservation of Agreement Rights. Right is reserved by the City of Seward to enter into agreement
with carriers, shippers, consignees and/or their agents concerning rates and services, providing
such agreements are consistent with existing local, state and federal law governing the civil and
business relations of all parties concerned.
(e) Compliance with Conditions of Docking and Facility Use. Use of city docks and tenninal
facilities and the acceptance of services shall conform to conditions of docking and facility use
set forth herein. Only those operators who have a valid shiplift system use permit shall have
access to the shiplift system.
110 APPLICATION OF RATES
(a) Except as otherwise provided herein, rates apply per 2,000 Ibs., or per 40 cubic feet as rated by
ocean carrier, or per 1,000 feet board measure, or 42 gallons per barrel of bulk petroleum
products corrected to 60 degrees Fahrenheit net, or 3761bs. per barrel of bulk cement.
(b) Rates provided for commodities herein are specific and may not be applied by analogy. If rates
are not provided for specific commodities, rates to be applied are those established for "Freight
N.O.S."
115 INSURANCE
Rates named in this tariff do not include insurance of any kind. The City of Seward shall be under no
obligation to provide any insurance of any type for any vessel, cargo, or liability arising out of use of
the city docks, shiplift system, or terminal facilities. If the City does acquire any such insurance, the
charges for that insurance shall be in addition to fees described in this tariff.
120 RESPONSIBILITY FOR COLLECTION AND GUARANTEE OF CHARGE
(a) Responsibility for Charges. The vessel, its owner or agents, shippers or consignees, owner of
the cargo on the vessel, and, in the case of shiplift operation, the permit holder shall be jointly and
severally responsible for payment of charges named herein and such payment responsibility
applies without regard to the provisions of bills oflading, charter party agreements, vessel repair,
contracts or other conflicting provisions.
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120 (b) Prepayment, Time of Prepayment, Acceptable Security, Refund of Excess. All charges for
services rendered by the City of Seward for the use of docks, shiplift and other terminal facilities
are due and payable in cash in advance of such services or use, as follows:
(1) For all charges attributable to the vessel from its owners or agents before a vessel
commences its loading or discharging.
(2) For all charges attributable to the vessel from the permit holder before a vessel enters the
shiplift system.
(3) For all charges attributable to the cargo from a vessel owner, charterer, shipper or
consignee before the cargo leaves the city docks or terminal facilities.
(4) For all charges on perishable goods or freight of doubtful value or household goods.
A cash deposit or acceptable security in an amount equal to 125% of the estimated applicable
charges shall be required to be posted with the City of Seward six days prior to the vessel's
scheduled arrival, or at such other time as may be authorized or directed by the Harbormaster, but
in all cases in advance of actual services rendered. Wherever a cash deposit has been posted, any
excess thereof, after satisfaction of all applicable terminal charges, shall be promptly refunded
by the City of Seward to the posting party.
(c) Waiver afPrepayment Requirement. The Harbormaster, in his sole discretion, may waive the
cash-in-advance requirement as to all or any category or categories of anticipated charges when
the party responsible for such charges has been identified to the satisfaction of the Harbormaster
and
(1) That party responsible has established credit worthiness acceptable to the Harbormaster;
or
(2) The permit holder has established credit worthiness acceptable to the Harbormaster; or
(3) Adequate security, acceptable to the Harbormaster, has been posted; or
(4) The agent requesting terminal services or use or any other entity acceptable to the
Harbormaster as credit worthy has personally accepted financial responsibility for the
applicable charges.
The City of Seward retains the right, in its sole discretion, to determine whether a responsible
party or an agent is credit worthy, and to waive the cash-in-advance requirement. The City may
establish guidelines for determining whether a responsible party or an agent is credit worthy.
Compliance with these guidelines does not create a right to waiver of the cash-in-advance
requirement.
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120 (d) Charges on Delinquent Accounts. All invoices, except for damages to City of Seward property,
will be declared delinquent sixty days after the date of the invoice and will be charged interest at
the rate of 10.5% per annum. All extra expenses, including legal expenses, litigation costs, or
costs of agents employed to effect collection shall also be assessed to, and payable by such
accounts.
125 LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE AND INDEMNITY
(a) Responsibility Limited. Generally, no persons other than employees of the holders of authorized
terminal use permits shall be permitted to perform any services on the wharves or docks, or in any
other terminal facility of the City of Seward, except upon written authorization of the
Harbormaster. No persons other than employees of the holders of authorized shiplift system
permits shall be permitted to perform any services on the shiplift system. Permit holders shall be
required to obtain any necessary terminal use permits prior to performing any services on any
other terminal facility of the City of Seward, except upon written authorization of the
Harbormaster. The City of Seward, its employees and agents shall not be liable for the injury of
persons on the city docks, shiplift system, or terminal facilities, nor shall they be liable for any
loss, damage, or theft occasioned by such persons' presence on the city docks, shiplift system, or
terminal facilities, except that the City of Seward shall be liable for any portion of loss or damage
that is directly caused by its own negligence.
The City of Seward, its employees and agents are not responsible for loss or damage caused by
fire, frost, heat, dampness, leakage, weather damage, evaporation, natural shrinkage, wastage or
decay; animals, rats, mice or other rodents; moths, weevils or other insects; leakage or discharge
from fIre protection systems; collapse of buildings or structures; breakdown of plant protection
systems; breakdown of plant or machinery or equipment; or by floats, logs, piling or camel logs
required in breasting vessels away from a wharf; nor will they be answerable for any loss or
damage or delay arising from insurrection, shortage of labor, combinations, riots or strikes of any
persons in their employ or in the service of others, or from any consequences arising therefrom,
except that the City of Seward shall be liable for any portion of loss or damage that is directly
caused by its own negligence.
Shiplift System. The City of Seward, its employees and agents make no representations or
warranties that the shiplift system is adequate or sufficient for any particular vessel. Further, the
City of Seward, by requiring that only holders of shiplift permits be authorized to utilize the
shiplift system, makes no representations or warranties of any kind that the work, operation,
materials, design or other aspects of the work performed or contracted to be performed by such
a permit holder is of good and workmanlike quality, or in conformance with industIy standards.
Vessel owners are advised that the City of Seward is not responsible for and specifically disclaims
any liability for work performed or contracted to be performed by a permit holder, except for
those damages caused by the City's own negligence.
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125 The City's inspection, if any, of vessels and placement on cradle systems is done solely for the
purpose of protecting the City's interest and investment in the shiplift system and should not be
construed as an acceptance of any responsibility to inspect or to inspect in any particular manner.
(b) Indemnity. Each user, permit holder, vessel, vessel owner and its agents, shippers or consignees
shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of Seward against any and all claims arising
from any breach or default in performance of any obligation to such parties to be performed under
the terms of this tariff or arising from any act or omission of said parties for all costs, attorneys'
fees, expenses, and liabilities incurred in the defense of any such claim, action or proceeding
brought against the City of Seward except only for those caused by the City's own negligence.
(c) Owner's Risk. All of the following shall be at the owner's risk except for those damages caused
by the City's own negligence:
(1) Glass, liquids and fragile articles will be accepted only at owner's risk for breakage, leakage
or chafmg.
(2) Freight on open ground is at owner's risk for loss or damage.
(3) Freight subject to freezing will be accepted only at owner's risk.
(4) All water craft, if and when permitted by the Harbormaster or his authorized agent to be
moored at wharves or alongside of vessels, are at owner's risk for loss or damage.
(5) Any vessel utilizing the shiplift system is at owner's risk for loss or damage.
130 RIGHTS OF THE CITY OF SEWARD
Without in any way limiting the general authority of the City of Seward, the City shall have the
following powers:
(a) Access to Harbor or Port Facilities. The City shall at all times have the right to refuse access
to any city dock or terminal facility by any person or vessel or to remove any vessel, person or
cargo at any time from any city dock or terminal facility, including the shiplift system. This right
shall be reserved at all times to the City without responsibility for demurrage, loss or damage
when:
(I) Previous arrangements for use, space, receiving or unloading have not been made with the
Harbormaster;
(2) The vessel is unsafe or hazardous and may pose a risk to life or property;
(3) The value of the vessel, in the opinion of the Harbormaster, is less than the probable service
charges and other charges related to its use of the city dock or terminal facilities;
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130 (4) During periods of congestion, or in cases of emergency, when, in the judgment of the
Harbormaster, the circumstances then prevailing or likely to occur will prevent the city
dock or terminal facilities, or any portion of them, from providing customary services to
the public.
(b) Right to RefUse Cargo. In his discretion, the Harbormaster shall at all times have the right to
refuse to accept, receive or unload, or permit a vessel or any vehicle delivering to the terminal
facilities to discharge:
(I) Cargo for which previous arrangements for space, receiving, unloading or handling has not
been made with the Harbormaster by shipper, consignee or vesseL
(2) Cargo not suitably packed for safe transportation.
(3) Cargo deemed by the Harbormaster, in the reasonable exercise of his discretion, to be
offensive, perishable or hazardous. Hazardous cargo must have been prepared for
shipment in accordance with the applicable Department of Transportation regulations
(including 49 CFR Parts 171-179).
(4) Cargo, the value of which may, in the opinion of the Harbormaster, be less than the
probable service charges and other charges related to it.
(5) Cargo, during a period of congestion, or in cases of emergency, when, in the judgment of
the Harbormaster, the circumstances then prevailing or likely to occur will prevent the city
docks or terminal facilities, or any portion of them, from providing customary service to
the public.
(c) Right to Schedule Vessels and Cargo. In his discretion, the Harbormaster shall at all times have
the right to schedule access to any harbor or port facility by person or vessel or to remove any
vessel, person or cargo at any time from any city dock or terminal facility, including the shiplift
system, in order to provide for efficient operation of the city docks or terminal facilities and
promote the objectives of the Seward City Code.
(d) Right to Remove, Transfer or Warehouse Cargo.
(I) Hazardous or Offensive Cargo. In his discretion, the Harbonnaster shall at all times have
the right to immediately remove all hazardous or offensive cargo, or cargo, which by its
nature, is liable to damage other cargo or city dock or terminal facilities. The cargo may
be removed from its present location to any other location with all expenses and risk of loss
or damage to be the responsibility of the owner, shipper or consignee.
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130 (2) Cargo beyond free time. Any cargo remaining on city dock or terminal facilities
after expiration of any applicable free time may be removed to public or private warehouses,
and all expense of removal and risk of loss or damage shall be the responsibility of the
owner, shipper, consignee or vessel as responsibility may appear on shipping documents,
manifests or other sources.
(e) Right to Withhold Deliver of Freight. Right is reserved by the City of Seward to withhold
delivery of freight until all accrued charges and/or advances against said freight have been paid
in full. At the Harbormaster's discretion, any or all of such freight may be placed in public or
private warehouses, and all cost of removal and subsequent handling and storage shall be the
responsibility of the owner of the freight.
(1) Right to Sell for Unpaid Charges. Freight on which unpaid terminal charges have accrued may
be sold to satisfY such charges and costs, provided such sale has been publicly advertised. Freight
of a perishable nature or of a nature liable to damage other freight may be sold at public or private
sale without advertising, provided the owner has been given proper notice to pay charges and to
remove said freight and has neglected or failed to do so within a prescribed reasonable time.
(g) Explosives. The City of Seward shall not allow the acceptance, handling or storage of explosives
within the confines of the Port of Seward without prior arrangement with the Harbormaster and
as governed by rules and regulations of federal, state and local authorities.
(h) Right to Remove, Transfer or Rearrange Vessels.
(I) Hazardous Vessels or Vessels with Hazardous Cargo. in his discretion, the Harbormaster
shall at all times have the right to immediately remove any hazardous or offensive vessel,
or any vessel containing hazardous cargo, or any vessel containing cargo which by its
nature is liable to damage other vessels or other cargo or harbor or port facilities. The
vessel may be removed from its present location to any other location, and all expenses and
risk of loss or damage shall be the responsibility of the owner, shipper or consignee.
(2) Vessel Beyond Free Time. Any vessel remaining at city dock or terminal facilities after
expiration of any applicable free time may be removed to any other public or private
facility, and all expenses of removal and risk of loss or damage shall be the responsibility
of the owner, shipper, consignee or vessel.
(3) Movement of Vessels to Reduce Congestion or Maximize Services. in his discretion, the
Harbormaster shall at all times have the right to move or rearrange any vessel from its
present location to any other location in order to reduce congestion within the harbor or to
prevent disruption of customary services to the public.
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130 (i) Right to Remove Materials or Equipment from City Dock or Terminal Facilities. Any materials,
equipment, trash, or other items left on or about any city dock or terminal facility may be removed
by the Harbormaster at any time, and all expense of removal and risk of loss or damage shall be
the responsibility of the vessel that last occupied the facility or the owner, shipper or consignee
of the vessel as responsibility may appear on shipping documents, manifests or other sources.
135 REQUESTS AND COMPLAINTS
Requests and complaints may be made by any shipper, vessel or vessel agent by filing a written
statement with the Harbormaster, City of Seward, P. O. Box 167, Seward, Alaska 99664.
140 DELAYS - NO WAIVER OF CHARGES
Delays which may be occasioned in loading, unloading, receiving or delivering freight, moorage of
vessels, or receiving, discharging, lifting, or transferring vessels on the shiplift system or travelifts as
a result of harbor congestion, equipment failure or breakdown, or of combinations, riots or strikes of
any persons in the employ of the City of Seward or others, or arising from any other cause not
reasonably within the control of the City of Seward, will not excuse the owners, shippers, consignees
or carriers of the freight or vessel, or the permit holder, from full service, wharf demurrage, moorage or
other charges or expenses which may be incurred under conditions stated herein.
145 MANIFESTS REQUIRED OF VESSELS
Masters, owners, agents or operators of vessels are required to furnish the City of Seward with complete
copies of vessels' manifests showing names of consignees or consignors and the weights or
measurements of all freight loaded or discharged at the docks or terminal facilities of the City of Seward.
Such manifests must be certified as correct by an authorized official of the company and must also
designate the basis of weight or measurement on which ocean freight was assessed. In lieu of manifests,
freight bills containing all information as required above may be accepted.
Ship's Documents. The Harbormaster may require masters, owners, agents, operators and/or permit
holders to execute a moorage application containing descriptions of the following items: (i) fuel; (ii)
ballast; (iii) water; (iv) cargo; and (v) structural details for lift.
150 SAFETY, SANITATION AND HOUSEKEEPING
(a) Softty and Sanitation. All users of city docks and terminal facilities and all permit holders of the
shiplift system shall exercise due care for the protection oflife and property and the protection
of the public from injury or damage.
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150
Additional safety and sanitation rules applicable to docks and terminal facilities, including the
shiplift system, should be consulted. Portions of the City of Seward Code of Ordinances of
particular relevance include Chapter 9.15 (Fire Prevention and Uniform Fire Code), Title 14
(Utilities including Garbage, Sewer, Refuse, Electricity and Water) and Chapter 7.10 (Ports and
Harbors).
All safety and sanitation laws, regulations and policies of the City of Seward, the Kenai Peninsula
Borough, the State of Alaska, and the United States of America, including those adopted by
international treaty, apply to city docks and terminal facilities, including the shiplift system. All
users, including shippers, permit holders, vessels and consignees, are hereby warned that the party
or parties responsible for infractions of such laws, regulations or policies will be subject to and
responsible for any penalties that may result from their violation of those laws, regulations or
policies.
(b) Notice of Hazardous Cargo and Permit Requirements. Notice shall be given to the Harbormaster
of any vessel carrying cargo which is hazardous, extremely flammable, corrosive, explosive or
otherwise poses a significant risk of harm to property or persons, at least 24 hours prior to
landing or use of docks. The Harbormaster, at his sole discretion, may issue a pennit for dock
use if he fmds that sufficient precautions have been taken to minimize any potential risks
presented by such cargo.
(c) Responsibility for Housekeeping. Users of docks and other terminal facilities, including permit
holders of the shiplift system, will be required to maintain same in an orderly manner as directed
by the Harbonnaster. If user does not properly clean property used, the Harbonnaster shall order
the work performed, and user will be billed for the services in accordance with the rates set forth
in Subsection 225 of this tariff.
(d) Smoking Prohibited. No smoking shall be allowed on any wharf, pier, or the shiplift system, or
in any facility, warehouse or transit shed, except in approved areas specifically designated for that
purpose. Persons violating this rule may be barred, at the discretion of the Harbonnaster, from
the further use of any wharf or facility, including the shiplift system, and, in addition, shall be
subject to prosecution under applicable federal, state and municipal laws.
(e) Used/Waste Oil and Petroleum Products. All used/waste oil and petroleum products must be
properly disposed of by the vesseVowner. The City of Seward offers a limited ability to take
small quantities of used oil and petroleum products as a convenience to the boating public. Up
to five gallons of used oil and petroleum products will be accepted by the City in the approved
and designated facilities on shore. There shall be no storage, even of a temporary nature, of
used/waste oil or petroleum products on city docks, wharves, piers or finger floats. Any
vesseVowner/agent storing or disposing of used/waste oil in an inappropriate or illegal manner
may be barred from further use of the Seward Small Boat Harbor and/or penalized according to
the provisions offederal, state and local law. Larger quantities of used oil may be accepted by
the Harbormaster upon prior arrangement by written approval on a case-by-case basis with
applicable charges assessed for disposal.
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155 RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE
Users, including permit holders, damaging city docks, the shiplift system or any other property of the
City of Seward will be responsible for the cost of repairs. The user or permit holder will be billed for
repairs to damaged property at cost, including overhead.
160 BULK PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
(a) Application of Tariff Except as otherwise provided in this section, the rates, rules and
regulations published in other sections of this tariff apply to vessels, shippers and consignees of
bulk petroleum products.
(b) Clearing and Heating Petroleum Lines. Shippers, consignees or vessels and persons in charge
thereof are responsible for providing steam or other heating means to assure the proper flow of
asphalt and other petroleum products requiring heat. Shippers, consignees or vessels and persons
in charge thereof will be responsible for clearing all petroleum products from lines located on or
adjacent to any terminal facility after a vessel completes loading or discharging unless otherwise
authorized by the Harbormaster. In the event the City of Seward performs any of the above
named services, rates shall be charged in accordance with Subsection 225 of this tariff and billed
to the shipper, consignee or vessel.
(c) Regulations Governing Petroleum Products. The transfer of bulk petroleum products shall be
made in compliance with Seward City Code provisions, including Chapter 9.15 (Fire Prevention
and the Uniform Fire Code), as well as other local, state and federal laws, rules or regulations.
(d) Housekeeping. Flammable liquids and all hydrocarbons leaked or spilled on wharves shall be
cleaned up immediately. Vessels or consignees shall remove temporary lines immediately upon
completion of receipt or discharge of flammable liquids. Spillage from disconnected lines shall
be cleaned up immediately by vessel or consiguee.
Should leakage or spillage of flammable liquids or hydrocarbons occur on the shiplift system, the permit
holder shall be responsible to see that said leakage or spillage is cleaned up immediately.
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200 MOORAGE
Outside the Small Boat Harbor: Vessels berthing or departing city docks, wharves, or any other
terminal facility, including the shiplift system, must use sufficient tugs so that vessels can be berthed
or removed in a safe manner. Berthing speed shall not exceed sixteen feet per minute, unless approved
by the Harbormaster.
Within the Small Boat Harbor:
(a) Assignment of Berths. The Small Boat Harbor is often congested and it is the policy of the City
of Seward to provide for the maximum public use of available facilities. The Harbormaster shall
have discretion to implement that policy.
Berth assignments to particular slips on the City of Seward float system are made by the
Harbormaster. Berth assignments are made to a particular combination of vessel and
owner/operator, are not assignable by the owner/operator and automatically expire upon sale or
transfer of the vessel to another owner/operator.
A berth assignment is not a lease or an exclusive right to occupy any particular slip. In order to
maximize the public's use of existing facilities, it is common for the Harbormaster to temporarily
assign vessels to slips normally used by another vessel when that vessel is out of the harbor.
(b) Waiting List for Permanent Slip Assignment. Due to the demand for slips on the City of Seward
float system, vessels will be assigned permanent slips based on waiting lists maintained by the
Harbormaster's office. Separate waiting lists shall be maintained for the following size floats:
17 feet (accommodates vessel 12 to 21 feet)
23 feet (accommodates vessel 22 to 26 feet)
32 feet (accommodates vessel 27 to 36 feet)
40 feet (accommodates vessel 37 to 45 feet)
50 feet (accommodates vessel 46 to 54 feet)
75 feet (accommodates vessel 55 to 90 feet)
Assignments to a permanent slip from the waiting lists shall be made in January each year by the
Harbonnaster based on the slip size available and the most senior name on the waiting list for that
size slip.
There is a fee of THIRTY DOLLARS ($30.00) per year per listing on the waiting list(s) for a
permanent slip assignment. The wait list year runs November 1 through October 31.
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200 (c) Permanent Slip Assignments
(I) The Harbormaster may assign a specific slip on the City of Seward float system within the
Small Boat Harbor to a particular vessel on an annual basis.
(2) A permanent slip assignment to a vessel is not a lease or right to occupy a particular slip
and may not be assigned.
(3) To maximize the use of the Small Boat Harbor, a permanently assigned slip may be
assigned to a transient vessel when the permanently assigned owner/vessel is out of the
harbor.
(4) Upon the return of the permanently assigned vessel to the Small Boat Harbor (provided
proper notifications are given and based on harbor congestion and the difficulties involved
in moving vessels), the Harbormaster will attempt to rearrange vessels so that a vessel with
a permanent slip assignment may berth at that assigned slip.
(5) A vessel assigned a permanent slip assignment should notifY the Harbormaster when
departing the harbor for more than five (5) days. If away from Seward for more than five
(5) days, a permanently assigned vessel should notifY the Harbormaster of its intended
arrival date and time back into the Small Boat Harbor.
(d) Permanent and Temporary (Transient) Slip Assignments. There are two types of slip
assignments at the City of Seward Small Boat Harbor. The first is a permanently assigned slip
and the second is a transient slip. Slips that are permanently assigned to a boat/owner may be
used for transient moorage when the permanently assigned vessel is away from the slip.
(e) Notice Upon Arrival. All vessels should notifY the Seward Small Boat Harbor office prior to
arrival. Those vessels which have received permanently assigned slips should notifY the
Harbormaster's office twenty-four (24) hours prior to expected arrival to allow the harbor staff
time to free the slip. If, despite reasonable efforts, the Harbormaster is unable to clear a
permanently assigned slip due to congestion, high winds or safety considerations, a vessel with
a permanently assigned slip may be required to temporarily use a transient slip or float as directed
by the Harbormaster.
Vessels entering the Small Boat Harbor which have not, for any reason, received a berthing
assignment by radio contact or otherwise shall be restricted to the following areas: (i) X float; (ii)
south side ofF float; (iii) K float; (iv) L float; and (v) city dock.
If, as is frequently the case during periods of congestion, all of the above berths are full, a vessel
is permitted to raft to a vessel already berthed.
(f) Vessel Registration. All vessels must have a current registration form (Application and
Agreement for Transient Moorage) on file with the Harbormaster. These forms must be filed
immediately upon arrival at the Small Boat Harbor; however, vessels that arrive after normal
Harbormaster office hours must register before 10:00 a.m. the following day.
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205 MOORAGE RATES
(a) Calculation of Moorage Rates. Moorage charges shall conunence when a vessel is made fast to
a wharf, pier or other facility, or when a vessel is moored to another vessel so berthed ("rafting").
Charges shall continue until such vessel is completely freed from and has vacated the berth.
A vessel berthed at any time between 12:01 a.m. and midnight shall be charged a full day's
charge; provided, that the Harbormaster may, in his discretion and with proper and appropriate
advance notice, waive a daily rate for a vessel that will occupy a berth or float for a minimum
time, and, provided further, that the Harbormaster determines that congestion and use of the
public facilities by others will not be adversely affected.
Moorage charges shall be calculated on the length of the vessel or the length of the float (slip)
assigned, whichever is greater.
Moorage charges will be assessed on the overall length of the vessel. Overall length shall be
construed to mean the linear distance, expressed in feet, from the most forward point at the stem
to the aftermost part of the stern of the vessel, measured parallel to the base line of the vessel.
The length shall include all hull attachments, such as bowsprits, dinghies, davits, etc.
For billing purposes, overall length of the vessel as published in "Lloyd's Register of Shipping"
may be used. The City of Seward reserves the right to:
(1) Obtain the overall length from the vessel's register, or
(2) Measure the vessel.
(b) Daily Rates. With the exception of vessel owner/operators who have paid an annual, semi-
annual, quarterly, or monthly fee in advance, all temporary or transient moorage charges shall
be calculated on the daily rate. The daily rate shall be $.40 per lineal foot of overall length.
( c) Annual Moorage Fees. Under the following conditions, a vessel owner/operator may elect to pay
moorage fees on an annual basis in advance:
(1) The vessel owner/operator has completed an Application and Agreement for Transient
Moorage, or, in the case of a permanently assigned berth, an Application and Agreement
for Reserved Moorage, in the form attached to this tariff.
(2) The vessel owner/operator has paid the annual fee based on the length of the vessel, or, in
the case of a permanently assigned berth, the length of the slip, whichever is greater. The
Annual Rate shall be $30.83 per lineal foot.
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205 (3) Semi-Annual Rate. At the option of the vessel owner/operator, the annual moomge fee may
be paid in two equal semi-annual installments of sixty percent (60%) of the annual rate
established above. Each prepaid installment described in this Paragraph represents six (6)
calendar months. The first installment is due and payable on the date the vessel
owner/opemtor completes the Application and Agreement for Transient Moorage, and on
or before the first day of any calendar month. The second installment is due on or before
the first day of the calendar month six (6) months thereafter.
(4) Quarterly Rate. At the option of the vessel owner/operator, the annual moorage fee may
be paid in four equal quarterly installments offorty-flve percent (45%) of the annual rate
established above. Each prepaid installment described in this Paragraph represents three
(3) calendar months. The first installment is due and payable on the date the vessel
owner/operator completes the Application and Agreement for Transient Moorage, and on
or before the first day of any calendar month. The succeeding payments are due on or
before the first day of the calendar month every three (3) months thereafter.
(5) Monthly Rate. At the option of the vessel owner/operator, the annual moorage fee may be
paid in twelve equal monthly installments of eighteen percent (18%) of the annual rate
established above. Each prepaid installment described in this Paragraph represents one (1)
calendar month. The first installment is due and payable on the date the vessel
owner/operator completes the Application and Agreement for Moorage, and on or before
the first day of any calendar month. The succeeding payments are due on or before the first
day of the calendar month every month thereafter.
(6) All permanently assigned berths are assigned on a calendar-year basis. Prepayment of a
full year's charges is due on or before December 31 of the preceding year. A vessel
owner/operator may elect to prepay the annual moorage fee in two semi-annual
installments, each of which represents sixty percent (60%) of the annual fee due on or
before December 31 of the preceding year and June 30 of the current year. A vessel
owner/operator may also elect to prepay the annual moorage fee in four quarterly
installments, each of which represents forty-five percent (45%) of the annual fee due on
or before December 31 of the preceding year and March 31, June 30, and September 30 of
the current year. A vessel owner/operator may also elect to prepay the annual moorage fee
in twelve monthly installments, each of which represents eighteen percent (18%) of the
annual fee due on or before December 31 of the preceding year and the last day of each
month of the current year.
(d) Float Plane Fees. A fee in the amount of TWENTY FIVE DOLLARS ($25.00) per day shall be
charged for float plane berthing in the confmes of the Small Boat Harbor.
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210 DOCKAGE
(a) Dockage Period. Dockage shall commence when a vessel is made fast to a wharf, pier or other
facility, or when a vessel is moored to another vessel so berthed, and shall continue until such
vessel is completely freed from and has vacated the berth. No deductions will be made for
Sundays or holidays.
(b) Basis for Computing Charges. Dockage charges will be assessed on the overall length of the
vessel. Overall length shall be construed to mean the linear distance, expressed in feet, from the
most forward point at the stem to the aftermost part of the stem of the vessel, measured parallel
to the base line of the vessel.
For dockage billing purposes, overall length of the vessel as published in "Lloyd's Register of
Shipping" will be used. If no such figure appears in "Lloyd's Register", the City of Seward
reserves the right to:
(1) Obtain the overall length from the vessel's register, or
(2) Measure the vessel.
(c) Vessels Docked to Repair, Shore, Outfit or Fumigate. The shiplift dock, adjacent and to the
north of the shiplift system, was constructed and intended primarily to be used for ship repair and
maintenance. Vessels being repaired by ship repair and maintenance businesses occupying
upland facilities at the Seward Marine Industrial Center will therefore be preferred over cargo
operations. Full dockage will be charged if and when a vessel is permitted to make repairs or
alterations, shore for special freight, outfit, store or fumigate while docked at a City dock or
tenninal facility.
(d) Preftrence to Reserved Dock Use. A vessel may be permitted to berth at a City dock or terminal
facility of the City of Seward without having fIrSt made written application for a berth assignment
and without such an assignment having been granted. However, priority is given to City dock use
reserved in advance with the Harbormaster Further, any vessel seeking a berth at a city dock for
a period longer than six (6) hours must complete, within twenty-four hours of arrival in the
harbor, an Application and Agreement for Transient Moorage (see "Forms" in the preface of this
document), or have a current copy of same on file in the office of the Harbormaster. Any vessel
planning to remain at a city dock for a period of less than six (6) hours must notify the
Harbormaster's office of such plan prior to arrival in the harbor.
The City docks in the Small Boat Harbor include those adjacent to the fish processor's on-shore
facilities, including the licensed dock area. The dock is to be used first for receiving and delivery
of fish and fish products to the processor's on-shore facilities. In addition, the East SMIC Dock
is to be used first for receiving and delivery of fish and fish products to the processor's on-shore
facilities. Reservations remain effective if such use begins within twenty-four (24) hours of the
scheduled use or landing. Late use or arrival will be rescheduled on a space available basis.
Reservation of dock use must specify arrival and departure dates and the nature and quantity of
the freight to be loaded or discharged.
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210 A vessel or vessel agent may secure reserved dock space under the following conditions:
(1) Request for reservation is made on a Vessel Moorage Application (see "Forms" in the
preface of this document), indicating berth and date(s) requested.
(2) Reservation request must be received by the Harbormaster a minimum of seven (7) days
prior to anticipated vessel arrival.
(3) The vessel agent or other person requesting a berth ("berthing agent") must provide, as may
be requested by the Harbormaster as a part of the berthing process, to the extent of his
knowledge, all information called for by any Supplement to Vessel Moorage Application
(see "Forms" in the preface of this document) or any other information respecting the
vessel including, but not limited to, its estimated arrival and departure, amount(s) and
type(s) of cargo to be loaded/discharged, estimate of amount of each category of port
charges, as enumerated, and party responsible therefor. The submission of this form,
signed by the berthing agent, shall constitute the berthing agent's attestation as to the
accuracy of the information therein supplied, based upon and to the extent of information
made available to the berthing agent at the time of submission; and the berthing agent shall
be held personally liable to the City of Seward for any fmancialloss suffered by the City
of Seward as a result of the agent's failure to so report accurately.
Should the berthing agent, subsequent to submission of this form, receive information
which materially differs from the information previously provided, and which information
the agent reasonably believes is not equally known to the Harbormaster, it shall
immediately notifY the Harbormaster and, if requested by the Harbormaster, promptly file
an amended Supplement to Vessel Moorage Application with the Harbormaster.
(4) Harbormaster will determine availability of dock space and dates requested. Should
scheduling conflicts be found, the Harbormaster shall mediate a resolution which will
attempt to minimize negative impacts on both (or all) parties.
(5) Full dockage fees are payable to the City of Seward at the time of reservation. Prepaid
dockage fees will be non-refundable unless a written cancellation is received by the
Port a minimum of fourteen (14) days prior to scheduled vessel arrival. (See also
Section 1, Responsibility for Charges, Collection and Guarantee of Charge.)
(6) All estimates of terminal charges are subject to approval and/or adjustment by the
Harbormaster. The Harbormaster shall promptly, after receipt of said estimate, advise the
berthing agent as to (1) its approval or adjusted estimate of terminal charges, and (2)
whether posting of cash or security is required for anyone or more categories of such
roar~sandtheamountthercof
(7) An agreement is made to work continuously utilizing not less than day and early night
shifts (first and second shifts) and multiple longshore gangs, cranes, and equipment to the
fullest extent available in accordance with circumstances then prevailing.
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210 (8) In addition to the terms for berth reservation and establishment of fmancial
responsibility as set forth herein, requests for berth reservation and assignments
of berths shall otherwise be in accordance with all local rules and regulations
established by the City of Seward.
(e) Berth May be Granted Before Payment. For safety or other reasons, the City of Seward,
in some circumstances, may grant a vessel a temporlUy berth before the owner or agent
has paid all applicable charges or otherwise complied with all applicable tariff provisions
or conditions of berthing. In such circumstances, the vessel may unload its cargo only
if(l) the Harbormaster determines that a regular berth is available, and (2) the owner or
agent pays all applicable charges and complies with all other applicable tariff provisions
and conditions of berthing. If no regular berth is available or the vessel owner or agent
does not pay all applicable charges and comply with other applicable provisions, the
vessel may not unload its cargo and shall sail on the next tide. The vessel shall be
assessed appropriate fees as set forth in this tariff
(f) Charges on Vessel Shifting. When a vessel is shifted directly from one wharf or berth
to another wharf or berth operated by the City of Seward, the total time at such berths
will be considered together when computing the dockage charge.
(g) Charges to Assisting Vessels. A single vessel, when actively engaged as a tug boat
assisting and made fast outboard of a vessel loading or discharging cargo, will be
accorded free dockage.
NOTE: Tug boats leaving a tended vessel for the purpose of assisting any other vessel
shall have waived its right to free dockage for the entire period of berthing by its tended
vessel.
(h) Notice of Hazardous Cargo and Permit Requirement. Notice shall be given to the Harbormaster
of any vessel carrying cargo which is hazardous, extremely flammable, corrosive, explosive or
otherwise poses a significant risk of harm to property or persons at least twenty-four (24) hours
prior to landing or use of docks. The Harbormaster, at his sole discretion, may issue a permit for
dock use ifhe finds that sufficient precautions have been taken to minimize any potential risks
presented by such cargo.
(i) Dockside Lay Time. Dockside lay time may be allowed as scheduling permits. However, all
vessels must be removed from dockside within three (3) hours of receiving notice from the
Harbormaster or his agents.
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215 DOCKAGE RATES
(a) Daily Dockage Rate. The charge for dockage for all facilities outside the Small Boat Harbor is
as follows except as otherwise provided:
Overall Length of Vessel
Dailv Charge Per Foot
Up to 500 ft.
501+ ft.
$ 1.00
1.20
NOTE: Daily charge is for any period of twenty-four (24) hours. However, in computing
dockage charges for any period of dockage less than twelve (12) hours, dockage charges at one-
half (1/2) of one full day's dockage shall be assessed. For any dockage period greater than twelve
(12) hours and less than twenty-four (24) hours, a full day's dockage shall be assessed.
(b) Monthly Dockage Rate. A monthly dockage rate equal to one-half (1/2) of the total daily dockage
rate for one month may be granted as follows:
(1) Tug Operators. Vessels employed solely in the business of providing tug service to vessels
calling at any dock or terminal facility of the City of Seward may apply to the Harbormaster
for monthly dockage rates.
(2) Vessels Under Repair. Subject to scheduling requirements, the Harbonnaster may, upon
request, allow prepayment of a monthly dockage rate at the Shiplift Dock subject to all of
the following conditions:
(i) The monthly rate shall only apply to vessels that use the dock solely for vessel
maintenance and repair; and
(ii) The monthly dockage rate is paid in advance by a full 30 days; and
(iii) The user shall not be entitled to a refund for any reason including user's departure
during the 3D-day period or rescheduling of the dock use by the Harbormaster to
other vessels in need of repair or maintenance.
220 HANDLING, LOADING AND UNLOADING
Handling, loading and unloading services are provided by independent agents at all terminal facilities
covered by this tariff. A Terminal Use Permit is required and available to any qualified agent desiring
to provide longshore services at the terminal facilities of the City of Seward in the form attached to this
tariff.
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225 LABOR AND SERVICE CHARGES
A labor and service charge is assessed, in addition to any other charges set forth in this tariff, for all
labor performed by City personnel and for specific services provided by the City of Seward or its agents.
Service charges do not include charges for dockage, wharfage, wharf demurrage or handling.
(a) Specific Services. The following rates shall apply for services provided by the City of Seward:
(1) Potable water furnished to vessels
(i) Less than 1,000 gallons from harbor facilities not requiring City assistance or use
offlI'e hydrant: NO CHARGE.
(ii) All service in excess of 1,000 gallons:
(1) During regular business hours: BASIC CONNECT CHARGE - $50.00.
(2) Outside regular business hours: BASIC CONNECT CHARGE - $100.00.
(iii) In addition to (ii) above, a variable rate of$4.25/1,000 gallons shall be charged for
potable water.
(2) Electricity - Small Boat Harbor
(i) Connect fee $ 20.00
(ii) Electricity (per kilowatt hour) 125% of Cost
(iii) Customer charge (per month) $ 15.00
(3) Electricity - Seward Marine Industrial Center
(i) Connect fee $ 20.00
(ii) Usage (per kilowatt hour)
o to 5,000 kwh $ 0.20
5,000 to 20,000 kwh $ 0.15
20,001+ kwh $ 0.12
(4) Towing inside Small Boat Harbor - $50.00 plus labor
(5) Pumping vessel - $30.00 plus labor
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225 (6) Used Oil, filter and sorbent disposal
Over 5 gallons
Filters, sorbents
0.50 per gallon plus labor and equipment
10.00 per barrel or portion thereof plus labor and
Equipment
(b) Labor/Personnel
(I) When labor is furnished by the City at the request of a user, it is expressly stipulated that
the City acts solely as agent of the user. The City shall charge for labor provided by the
City for the following services:
(i) All services not specifically described in this tariff;
(ii) Services ofloading, unloading or transferring cargo for which no specific commodity
rates are provided and which cannot be performed at the rates named under N.D.S.,
and cargo in packages or units of such unusual bulk, size, shape or weight as to
preclude performing such services at rates named under individual items contained
in this tariff;
(iii) Services for which no specific commodity rates are provided and any other services
for which specific rates are named in this tariffbut which, because of unusual condi-
tions or requirements of shippers not normally incidental to such services, preclude
the performance;
(iv) Services of cleaning city docks, or terminal facilities, of dunnage, stevedore gear and
other equipment or material when the shipper, vessel owner or consignee fails to
promptly clear the facility as requested by the Harbormaster;
(2) Rates named in this tariff for services involving labor are predicated upon straight-time
wages for a workday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Sunday. When overtime or penalty time wages to labor are necessary, rates are adjusted
to include such penalties or differential rates.
When a user notifies the Harbonnaster of a request for labor for a specified time, and labor
is on the job and ready for work at that time, the use shall be charged from the time the
labor is ready for work until the work is concluded even if the work is delayed, provided
such delay was not the fault of the City.
(3) All labor provided by City personnel shall be charged at FIFTY DOLLARS ($50.00) per
hour straight-time (no premium) and SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLARS ($75.00) per hour over-
time. Work requiring call-outs shall be charged at a minimum of two hours at the overtime
rate.
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225 (c) Equipment. When the City utilizes City equipment to provide services under this subsection, it
will charge users for the cost of that equipment on an hourly basis at the rates charged capital
projects within the City of Seward for similar equipment.
(I) Loader $65.00 plus operator
(2) Grader $65.00 plus operator
(3) Oil Tanker $45.00
(4) Pickup Truck $ 8.00 plus operator
(5) Crane Truck $12.00 plus operator
(6) Flatbed Truck $15.00 plus operator
(7) Dump Truck $45.00 plus operator
(8) Back Hoe $30.00 plus operator
(9) Pumps $30.00 plus labor
(10) Smart Ash Burner $30.00 plus labor
(11) Misc. Power Equipment $30.00 plus labor
(d) Special Services. Except where otherwise required by law, the Harbormaster has the authority
to refuse to provide or to arrange for the provision of services in addition to those set out in
Paragraph (a) above.
Special services, including waste, or garbage disposal shall be billed at the City's actual cost plus
13.7% administrative overhead charges (including City labor costs as determined in Paragraphs
2 and 3 above) plus 125% of City costs for services arranged for by the City but provided by
others. Special services shall not include the taking or handling of sewage of any kind. Sewage
disposal must be accomplished by the vessel owner or his agent pursuant to federal, state and
local (City of Seward) laws, codes and ordinances.
(e) Miscellaneous Charges
(1) Meter test, each., when previous test occurred
within 24 months $ 50.00
(2) Reconnection to approved existing meter installation during
regular business hours (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) $ 20.00
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225 (3) Reconnection to approved existing meter;
installation outside regular business hours $140.00
(4) Deposit $100.00
(5) Tampering with or unauthorized breaking of meter seal $500.00
(6) Dishonored check fee $ 10.00
(7) Reconnection after disconnect of delinquent account $ 40.00
230 PASSENGER FEES
(a) Fee. In addition to other tariff provisions, the terms and conditions of this item apply and charges
are assessed to passenger vessels and cruise ships or other vessels carrying passengers for
compensation.
Passengers embarking from pier to vessel (each) ........................................... $ 2.00
Passengers debarking from vessel to pier or wharf (each) ............................. $ 2.00
(b) Exceptions. Passenger fees do not apply to:
(1) Passengers on vessels having accommodations for twelve or less passengers; or
(2) Passengers sightseeing or travelling between points within 100 miles of the port; or
(3) Passengers on sport fishing vessels; or
(4) Personnel traveling free.
235 SEARCH AND RESCUE FEES
In addition to other tariff provisions, when the City uses city equipment and personnel to provide search
and rescue assistance (such as towing and rescue), to vessels outside of the Small Boat Harbor, the
Harbormaster will charge users of those services ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS
($125.00) per hour for the first hour, or any part thereof, and any services beyond the first hour at 150%
of the City's actual costs, including city labor costs as determined in Subsection 225 of this tariff.
240 BOAT LAUNCH RAMP FEES
(a) Operating Policy. The City owns and provides access to public launch ramps. Access to those
ramps is generally on a first-come, first-served basis, but the Harbonnaster may deviate from that
policy or refuse access to a ramp when, in his judgment, the public interest would be served
according to his determination of the following factors:
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240 (1) The degree of existing or potential congestion in the harbor including upland storage areas
and whether the proposed launch or retrieval will affect that congestion; and
(2) Whether the launch or recovery poses a risk of loss of public or private property.
(b) Launch Fees. Vessels shall be charged FIVE DOLLARS ($5.00) per launch from the public
launch ramps, or vessel owners or operators may obtain an annual launch permit sticker for
FIFTY DOLLARS ($50.00) entitling a specific vessel and owner to launches from January 1
through December 31 of each year. The annual fees shall not be prorated, and the Harbormaster
will issue annual permits upon receipt of a completed application and payment therefor.
245 PUBLIC SHOWERS
Public showers are available twenty-four hours a day in the restroom facilities located in the
Harbormaster's building. The showers are coin-operated, and the fee is TWO DOLLARS ($2.00) (eight
quarters) for 7 minutes. Change is available in the Harbormaster's office during regular business hours.
250 50- TON TRA VELIFf
(a) Operating Policy. The City owns and operates a 50-ton travelift in the Small Boat Harbor. The
Harbormaster generally schedules vessel lifts on a frrst-come, first-served basis, but he may
deviate from that policy or refuse a lift when, in his judgment, the public interest would be served.
In making this public interest fmding, the Harbonnaster will consider the following factors:
(1) The degree of existing or potential congestion in the harbor, including upland storage areas,
and whether the proposed lift will affect that congestion; and
(2) Whether the lift poses a risk of loss of public or private property, including potential
damage to the travelift or other city property and/or a risk of injury to people.
(b) Boat Lift Agreement. No vessel shall be lifted from land or water without a boat lift agreement
(in the form attached to this tariff) having frrst been completed. It shall be the responsibility of
the vessel owner/operator arranging the lift to provide the Harbormaster with all relevant
information to conduct a safe lift including, but not limited to, the following:
(1 ) Vessel displacement;
(2) Vessel hull type and configuration;
(3) Location of all hull attachments and through-the-hull fittings including propeller shafts,
rudders, etc.;
(4) Location, weight and type of ballast, fuel and water tanks; and
(5) Any special lift requirements to avoid vessel damage.
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250 (c) Responsibilities. The vessel owner/operator, or his agent, must be present during all vessel lifts
and must inspect and approve the City's proposed placement of lift slings, lines and destination
location. It is the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator, or his agent, to provide all blocking
materials, to block the vessel, and to approve the placement of the vessel on said blocking. It is
also the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator, or his agent, to assure that any vessel cradles
or trailers upon which the vessel is to be placed are adequate in design and strength to safely
accommodate the vessel.
It is the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator to assure that adequate handling lines are
placed and manned on the vessel upon its return to the water.
(d) Dockside Lay Time. Dockside lay time may be allowed as scheduling permits. However, all
vessels must be removed from dockside within three (3) hours of receiving notice from the
Harbormaster or his agents.
255 50- TON TRA VELIFf FEES
(a) Description of Charge. The lift fee is the charge for lifting a vessel from the water or the land
utilizing the City's 50-ton travelift. A separate lift fee is generated whenever a vessel is lifted,
even if it is only lifted and relocated on land. Lift fees do not include overtime labor charges for
operation of the travelift system as described in Subsection 225 of this tariff
(b) Lift Fee
(1) Minimum Fee. The minimum fee for a lift shall be TWO HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE
($225.00) for the fIrst hour of use or any portion of time less than one hour. The lift fee
will be determined by the overall length of the vessel. A full lift fee is earned once a lift has
commenced, even if that lift is subsequently interrupted, suspended or canceled for any
reason. The risk of loss because of a suspended or canceled lift by reason of mechanical
failure or difficulty with the travelift system is the responsibility of the vessel
owner/operator. Once a lift is scheduled and the boat owner fails to show or cancel the lift
at least one hour prior to the scheduled lift time, the minimum lift fee will be charged.
(2) Additional Lift Fee Rates for Large Vessels. In addition to the minimum fee, the lift fee
shall be TWENTY DOLLARS ($20.00) per foot of vessel length for each foot over fIfty
(50) feet during the first hour of use or any portion of time less than one (1) hour.
(3) Second and Additional Hours of Lift. All time in excess of one (1) hour shall be charged
in fIfteen (15) minute increments at the rate of FIFTY-SIX DOLLARS AND
TWENTY]IVE CENTS per one-quarter (114) hour or any portion of time less than one-
quarter (114) hour.
(4) Relocation Fee. Relocation of all vessels on the uplands shall be charged at a rate of TWO
HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS ($225.00) per hour.
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260 250- TON TRA VELlFf
(a) Operating Policy. The City owns and operates a 250-ton travelift in the Seward Marine
Industrial Center. The Harbormaster generally schedules vessel lifts on a first-come, first-served
basis, but he may deviate from that policy or refuse a lift when, in his judgment, the public
interest would be served. In making this public interest fmding, the Harbonnaster will consider
the following factors:
(1) The degree of existing or potential congestion in the harbor, including upland storage areas,
and whether the proposed lift will affect that congestion; and
(2) Whether the lift poses a risk of loss of public or private property, including potential
damage to the travelift or other city property and/or a risk of injury to people.
(b) Boat Lift Agreement. No vessel shall be lifted from land or water without a boat lift agreement
(in the form attached to this tarift) having first been completed.
It shall be the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator arranging the lift to provide the
Harbonnaster with all relevant information to conduct a safe lift including, but not limited to, the
following:
(I) Vessel displacement;
(2) Vessel hull type and configuration;
(3) Location of all hull attachments and through-the-hull fittings including propeller shafts,
rudders, etc.
(4) Location, weight and type of ballast, fuel and water tanks; and
(5) Any special lift requirements to avoid vessel damage.
(c) Responsibilities. The vessel owner/operator, or his agent, must be present during all vessel lifts
and must inspect and approve the City's proposed placement of lift slings, lines and destination
location. It is the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator, or his agent, to provide all blocking
materials, to block the vessel, and to approve the placement of the vessel on said blocking. It is
also the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator, or his agent, to assure that any vessel cradles
or trailers upon which the vessel is to be placed are adequate in design and strength to safely
accommodate the vessel.
It is the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator to assure that adequate handling lines are
placed and manned on the vessel upon its return to the water.
(d) Dockside Lay Time. Dockside lay time may be allowed as scheduling permits. However, all
vessels must be removed from dockside within three (3) hours of receiving notice from the
Harbonnaster or his agents.
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265 250- TON TRA VELIFT FEES
(a) Description of Charge. The lift fee is the charge for lifting a vessel from the water or the land
utilizing the City's 250-ton travelift. A separate lift fee is generated whenever a vessel is lifted,
even if it is only lifted and relocated on land. Lift fees do not include overtime labor charges for
operation of the travelift system as described in Subsection 225 of this tariff.
(b) Lift Fee
(I) Minimum Fee. The minimum fee for a lift on the 250-ton travelift shall be THREE
HUNDRED THIRTY DOLLARS ($330.00) for the first hour of use or any portion oftime
less than one (I) hour. The lift fee will be determined by the overall length of the vessel.
A full lift fee is charged once a lift has commenced, even if that lift is subsequently
interrupted, suspended or canceled for any reason. The risk of loss because of a suspended
or canceled lift by reason of mechanical failure or difficulty with the Travelift system is
the responsibility of the vessel owner/operator. Once a lift is scheduled and the boat owner
fails to show or cancel the lift at least one hour prior to the scheduled lift time, the
minimum lift fee will be charged.
(2) Additional Lift Fee Rates for Large Vessels. For all vessels over FIFTY FIVE (55) feet
in length, an additional TWENTY DOLLARS ($20.00) shall be charged for each foot of
vessel length over fifty five (55) feet during the first hour of use or any portion of time less
than one (I) hour.
(3) Second and Additional Hours of Lift. For use of a lift in excess of one (I) hour, a fee of
THREE HUNDRED THIRTY DOLLARS ($ 330.00) per hour shall be charged. This
charge shall be assessed in not less than fifteen (15) minute increments of EIGHTY TWO
DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS ($82.50) and shall be generated per one-quarter (1/4)
hour or any portion of time less than one-quarter (1/4) hour.
(4) Relocation Fee. Relocation of all vessels on the uplands shall be charged at a rate of
THREE HUNDRED THIRTY DOLLARS ($330.00) per hour.
270 SHIPLIFT FEE
(a) Description of Charge. The shiplift fee is the charge for lifting a vessel from the water and
returning it to the water utilizing the ship lift.
(b) Lift Fee. The shiplift fee shall be based upon vessel length. A full shiplift fee is earned once a
lift has commenced, even if that lift is subsequently interrupted, suspended or canceled for any
reason. The risk of loss because of a suspended or canceled lift by reason of mechanical failure
or difficulty with the shiplift system is the responsibility of the permit holder and the vessel
owner.
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270 (c)
Basis for Computing Charges. The shiplift fee will be determined by the overall length of the
vessel. Overall length shall be construed to mean the linear distllllce, expressed in feet, from the
most forward point at the stem to the aftennost part of the stem of the vessel, measured parallel
to the base line of the vessel.
For shiplift fee purposes, overall length of the vessel as published in "Lloyd's Register of
Shipping" will be used. If no such figure appears in "Lloyd's Register", the shiplift operator
reserves the right to:
(l) Obtain the overall length from the vessel's register, or
(2) Measure the vessel.
(d) Preference to Reserved Use. Priority is given to shiplift use reserved in advllllce with the shiplift
operator. Reservations remain effective if such use begins within twenty-four (24) hours of the
scheduled use. Late use or arrival will be rescheduled on a space-available basis. Reservations
must specify arrivallllld departure dates lIlld the nature of the work to be performed.
A permit holder may secure a reservation under the following conditions:
(l) Request for reservation is made on a Vessel Shiplift Use Application (see "Forms" in the
preface of this document) indicating raillllld date(s) requested.
(2) Reservation request must be received by the shiplift operator a minimum of 7 days prior
to anticipated vessel arrival.
(2) The pennit holder must provide, as may be requested by the shiplift operator as a part of
the lifting process, to the extent of his knowledge, all information called for by any
Supplement to Shiplift Use Application (see "Forms" in the preface of this document) or
lIllY other information respecting the vessel including, but not limited to, its estimated
arrivallllld departure, amount(s) lIlld type(s) of cargo on board, lIlld estimate of amount of
each category of port charges, as enumerated. The submission of this form, signed by the
permit holder or his agent, shall constitute the permit holder's attestation as to the accuracy
of the information therein supplied; lIlld the permit holder shall be held personally liable
to the shiplift operator lIlld the City of Seward for lIllY finllllcialloss suffered by the shiplift
operator lIlld City of Seward as a result of the permit holder's failure to so report accurately.
Should the permit holder, subsequent to submission of this fOl1Il, receive information which
materially differs from the information previously provided, and which information the
permit holder reasonably believes is not equally known to the shiplift operator, it shall
immediately notify the shiplift operator lIlld, if requested by the shiplift operator, promptly
file 1Ill amended Supplement to Shiplift Use Application with the ship lift operator.
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270 (4) Full lift fees are payable to the shiplift operator at the time of reservation. Prepaid lift fees
will be non-refundable unless a written cancellation is received by the shiplift operator a
minimum of fourteen (14) days prior to scheduled vessel lift. (See also Section I,
Responsibility for Charges, Collection and Guarantee of Charge.)
(5) All estimates of charges are subject to approval and/or adjustment by the shiplift operator.
The shiplift opemtor shall promptly, after receipt of said estimate, advise the permit holder
as to (1) its approval or adjusted estimate oflift charges, and (2) whether posting of cash
or security is required for anyone or more categories of such charges and the amount
thereof.
(6) An agreement is made to work continuously on moving the vessel through the shiplift
system utilizing not less than day and early night shifts (fIrst and second shifts) and
equipment to the fullest extent available in accordance with circumstances then prevailing.
(7) In addition to the terms for lift reservation and establishment of fmancial responsibility as
set forth herein, requests for lift reservation and assignments of lifts shall otherwise be in
accordance with all local rules and regulations established by the City of Seward.
( e) Berth May be Granted Before Payment. For safety or other reasons, the shiplift operator, in some
circumstances, may allow the lift of a vessel before the permit holder or agent has paid all
applicable charges or otherwise complied with all applicable tariff provisions or conditions of
lifting.
(t) Inspection of Vessels on the Shiplifi Platform. Except in extraordinary circumstances and with
the prior approval of the Harbormaster, vessels are not to be inspected on the shiplift platform.
All vessels are to be lifted utilizing a moveable cradle system. Inspections of lifted vessels are to
be limited to ascertaining that a vessel is properly positioned on a cradle system and ready to be
moved through the shiplift system to a repair booth.
(g) Repairs to Vessels on the Shiplifi System. Vessels may not occupy the shiplift system for the
purposes of repairs to the vessel. THERE ARE TO BE NO VESSEL REPAIRS MADE ON THE
SHIPLIFT SYSTEM. The shiplift system is to be used only for the movement of vessels to a
repair berth off the system or the return of a vessel from a repair berth to the water. A vessel that
is not being moved will be permitted to occupy space on the shiplift only with the understanding
that it shall be moved when the shiplift system is needed for any reason, including maintenance
of the system. A vessel on notice to move which refuses to move will be assessed lay charges at
TEN (10) times the normal rate, starting at the time the vessel is noticed to vacate. In addition,
vessels refusing to vacate on demand may be moved by shiplift operator personnel or otherwise,
and any expenses, damages to vessel or to other vessels or shiplift system during such removal
shall be charged to the vessel so moved. All vessels using the shiplift system without proper
authorization must be removed on receipt of notice from the Harbormaster of his agents.
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270 (h)
Notice oJHazardous Cargo and Permit Requirement. Notice shall be given to the shiplift
operator at the time of reservation of the fuel, ballast and any unusual weight distribution or
structural requirements for lifting each vessel. Notice shall be given of any vessel carrying cargo
which is hazardous, extremely flanunable, corrosive, explosive or otherwise poses a significant
risk ofhann to property or persons at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to landing or use of the
shiplift system. The shiplift operator, at his sole discretion, may issue a pennit for shiplift system
use if he fmds that sufficient precautions have been taken to minimize any potential risks
presented by such vessel.
(i) Dockside Lay Time. Dockside lay time may be allowed as scheduling permits. However, all
vessels must be removed from dockside within three (3) hours of receiving notice from the
shiplift operator or his agents.
(j) Lift Fee Rates. The lift fee shall be TEN DOLLARS ($10.00) per foot of vessel length. This
fee does not include labor charges for operation of the shiplift system as described in
Subsection 225. This fee does not include any daily lay charge as described in Subsection
265.
275 DAILY SHIPLlFf LAY CHARGE
(a) Description oj Charge. The daily lay charge is the charge for vessels either on the shiplift system
or upland of the shiplift system on repair berths.
(b) Lay Fee. Daily lay charges shall be based on the number of complete or partial days a vessel is
on the shiplift system or upland of the system. Each day commences at 12:01 a.m. In computing
daily lay charges for less than 12 hours, lay charges at one-half (1/2) of one full day's charge shall
be assessed. For any lay time greater than 12 hours and less than 24 hours, a full day's lay charge
shall be assessed.
(c) Basis Jor Computing Charges. The daily charges shall be assessed against a vessel regardless
of vessel size or length.
(d) Rate. The daily charge is TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) per day or a portion thereof.
Vessels using side rails shall be assessed a lay charge of THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS
($300.00) per day or a portion thereof.
280 UPLAND STORAGE
(a) Area oj Land Available. The City of Seward will make available a limited area of land in the
Small Boat Harbor and the Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) for storage of boats or boats
on trailers subject to the following conditions:
(1) Space is made available on a fIrst-come, fIrst served basis.
(2) No vessel or trailer may be placed on the designated upland storage area without prior
pennission of the Harbonnaster.
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280 (3) Subject to City of Seward policy and procedures, vessels undergoing active repairs may use
upland storage space. Charges assessed depend upon the nature of work being conducted.
(b) Calculation of Rates. Charges shall be based on the overall length of the vessel or trailer
(whichever is greater) and shall be based on a per-calendar-month charge.
(c) Lay Time Rates
(1) Small Boat Harbor. Lay time for upland storage in the Small Boat Harbor shall be
charged at a rate of EIGHT DOLLARS SEVENTY-FNE($8.75) per day for stays often
(10) days or less in any calendar month. For stays of eleven (11) days or more in any
calendar month, the lay time shall be charged at a rate of EIGHTY SEVENDOLLARS
AND FIFTY CENTS($87.50) per calendar month for a vessel, trailer or cradle up to fifty
(50) feet in length. The monthly charges for larger vessels shall include an additional
ONE DOLLARAND FIFTY CENTS($I.50) per foot for each foot over fifty feet in
length.
(2) Seward Marine Industrial Center. Lay time for upland storage in the Seward Marine
Industrial Center shall be charged at a rate of THIRTEEN DOLLARS ($13.00) per day
for stays often (10) days or less in any calendar month. For stays of eleven (11) days
or more in any calendar month, the lay time shall be charged at a rate of ONE
HUNDRED AND THIRTY DOLLARS ($130.00) per calendar month for a vessel,
trailer, or cradle up to fifty (50) feet in length. The monthly charge for larger vessels
shall include an additional TWO DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS ($2.50) per foot for
each foot over fifty (50) feet in length.
Vessels undergoing major repairs in the upland area of SMIC shall be assessed a fee
equal to twice the normal upland storage charge for that vessel.
(d) Empty Cradles/Trailers and Equipment. For purposes of this tariff, a vessel trailer or cradle or
equipment shall be treated as a vessel of the length of the vessel normally occupying the trailer
or cradle or corresponding space. Cradles, trailers or equipment placed or remaining on the
upland storage area prior to or after a vessel is stored shall generate storage fees at the same rates
as the vessel.
285 WHARFAGE
(a) Application of Charge. Wharfage rates named in this tariff will be charged for all merchandise
received over the city docks of the City of Seward and will be in addition to all other charges made
under provisions of this tariff, EXCEPT:
No wharfage shall be charged to ship's gear, such as strongbacks, lines, hatch covers, walking
boards, etc., placed on wharf during unloading operations. Fuel handled over wharf will not be
considered as ship's stores and will be subject to wharfage and other charges that may be incurred.
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285 (b)
Overside. One-half of wharfage named herein will be charged to merchandise discharged or
loaded overside of vessel directly to or from another vessel or to the water when vessel is berthed
at a wharf.
(c) Overstowed Cargo. Overstowed cargo destined for discharging at another port will be exempt
of wharfage charges, provided that such cargo is not removed from wharf prior to reloading to
the vessel.
290 WHARFAGE RATES
(a) Schedule of Standard Rates. Except as otherwise specifically provided, rates are in dollars per
ton of 2,000 pounds or per 40 cubic feet.
Commodity
Freight N.O.S.
Wharfage Rate
$ 3.00
$ 3.00
$ 3.00
Scrap (iron, steel)
Raw fish, unprocessed
Poles, logs, cants or cut finished lumber
per MBM (Note: 2,000 Ibs shall
be deemed I MBM
$ 3.00
$ 0.17
$ 0.24
$ 0.01
$ 4.00
$ 25.00
$ 2.00
$ 5.00
$ 0.25
$ 0.85
Petroleum products (inbound) per barrel
Petroleum products (outbound) per barrel
Petroleum products (gasoline) per gallon
Plastic material
Explosives
Vans or containers (net contents weight)
Vehicles (gross vehicle weight
Bulk gravel
Bulk salt
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290 (b) Discount Rates Based on Guaranteed Payments. Upon approval by the Seward City Council,
a written prepayment agreement (in the form attached to this tariff) may be obtained by those
shippers who guarantee minimum levels of wharfage payments regardless of actual shipments.
The discounted rates shall be as follows based on a guaranteed annual payment of at least
$250,000 regardless of volume shipped:
Timber and timber products, first 100,000 tons
$ LSO/ton
Next 80,000 tons
$ l.25/ton
Excess over 180,000 tons
$ 0.50/ton
295 WHARF DEMURRAGE
(a) Description a/Charge. A charge will be assessed against cargo remaining in or on terminal
facilities after the expiration of free time, unless arrangements have been made for storage.
(b) Calculation a/Free Time. Free time is calculated exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays or holidays.
Free time starts at 7:00 a.m. after freight is received or unloaded onto wharf from car of truck or,
in the case of freight received from vessel, at 7 :00 a.m after completion of vessel's discharge. On
outbound traffic, the day or days vessel is loading are not included in the computation. On
inbound traffic from vessel, delivery of which is made after the allotted free time, the day freight
is loaded out or delivered to truck or car is to be included in the computation as a storage day.
When freight is transshipped between deep sea vessels and involves application of both a long
and a short time period, the longer period shall be allowed, but not the aggregate of any two free
time periods.
(c) Free time. Free time oftive days will be allowed on all inbound traffic. Free time often days will
be allowed on all outbound traffic.
(d) Rates. After expiration of applicable free time, wharf demurrage will be assessed at the following
rates (per day, per ton (2,000 lbs.) or portion thereof):
Connnodity First 5 davs After 5 days
All freight, N.O.S. $ 1.20 $ 2.40
Mobile homes, portable buildings,
living quarters $25.00/day/unit $100.00/day/unit
Upon prior arrangement with the Harbormaster, upland storage will be billed monthly at a rate
of TWENTY-FIVE CENTS ($.25) per square foot for each month or fraction thereof after
expiration of free time above.
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295 (e)
Lay-Down Areas. All cargo is expected to vacate city docks, wharves and piers as soon upon
arrival as possible. Cargo is not to be stored on city docks, piers and wharves awaiting pick up
by vessels unless prior arrangements are made with the Harbonnaster. The Harbonnaster shall
have the discretion to refuse all cargo activities and/or lay-down, either inbound or outbound.
Cargo that is allowed to wait for "beyond" transportation shall adhere to the following rules:
(1) Lay down areas are outside of I DO' of water front immediately adjacent to the dock, wharf
or ramp.
(2) Cargo may not be placed on the city docks or tenninal facilities except in the designated
lay-down areas.
(3) Cargo and freight not placed in a designated lay-down area must be immediately removed
from a city dock or tenninal facility upon order of the Harbonnaster.
(4) A vessel, shipper or consignee who refuses to move cargo on demand will be assessed wharf
demurrage at five times its applicable rate, starting at the time the vessel, shipper or
consignee is noticed to move the cargo.
(5) In addition, the Harbonnaster may, in his discretion, move cargo or freight, and any
expense or damages, including damage to cargo or freight during such movement, shall be
charged to the vessel, shipper or consignee, except for damages caused by the City's own
negligence.
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