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RESOLUTION 2011 -028
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ENDORSING THE ALASKA CLEAN HARBOR PLEDGE AND
EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR ACTIONS THAT RESULT IN A CLEAN
HARBOR CERTIFICATION
WHEREAS, the Clean Harbor Certification is a voluntary process that encourages the use of
best management practices at harbor facilities in order to reduce the production of nonpoint source
pollution; and
WHEREAS, the Seward Harbor staff has actively participated in the formation of the Clean
Harbor program and certification checklist, and wishes to attain a Clean Harbor Certification; and
WHEREAS, the fist step toward achieving Alaska Clean Harbor status is to take the Alaska
Clean Harbor Pledge; and
WHEREAS, the pledge is voluntary and states that the City will do its part to maintain the
quality of Alaska's marine waters, encourage voluntary participation, and promote individual
responsibility through education; and
WHEREAS, participating in the Clean Harbor program enables the Seward Harbor to benefit
from potential capital improvement funding opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port Administrators has passed a
motion endorsing the Clean Harbors Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. The Seward City Council hereby endorses the Alaska Clean Harbor Pledge and
expresses its support for further actions that result in a Clean Harbor Certification.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 25 day of
April, 2011.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2011 -028
THE CITY OF WARD, ALASKA
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Millard E. Dunham, Mayor
AYES: Valdatta, Smith, Bardarson, Shafer, Keil, Casagranda, Dunham
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
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Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: April 25, 2011
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Agenda Item: Alaska Clean Harbor Pledge
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The Clean Harbor Certification is a voluntary process that encourages the use of best management
practices at harbor facilities in order to reduce the production of nonpoint source pollution. The
Alaska Clean Harbors program can provide the Seward Harbor with signage, educational materials to
pass out to customers that detail pollution reduction tips, ideas for funding opportunities to reach
Clean Harbor goals, and technical assistance. All of these services are provided free of cost to
harbors which have signed an Alaska Clean Harbor Pledge.
The Seward Harbor currently recycles used oil and anti- freeze. In 2010 over 4,910 gallons of used oil
was collected and used to heat various city buildings. In 2010 approximately 2,250 gallons of anti-
freeze and bilge water were collected and recycled by a private contractor. The Seward City Council
approved the Seward Harbor Vessel Repair and Maintenance policy, outlining best management
practices for owners and operators conducting routine maintenance on their vessels. The Seward
Harbor encourages fishing line recycling, and maintains fish cleaning stations which collect and
remove fish waste in an efficient manner. The Clean Harbor Certification will promote
environmental leadership and demonstrate Seward's pro- active stewardship of Alaska's marine
resources.
INTENT: Endorsing the Alaska Clean Harbor Pledge and expressing support of actions resulting in
a clean harbor certification.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Where applicable, this agenda statement is consistent with the
Seward City Code, Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council
Rules of Procedures or Other Plans or Policies:
Yes (List Below) No
SCC §7.10.115- Protect and preserve public and private property within the harbor and the lives, health, safety and
well -being of persons who use, work, or maintain property in the harbor.
SBH Management Plan- Goal: Maintain a high level of Environmental Awareness.
2020 Comprehensive Plan- Continue to add public amenities and improve the look of the harbor area through
landscaping, decor enhancement, and litter control.
FISCAL NOTE:
Signing the Alaska Clean Harbors pledge has a zero fiscal impact on the Seward Harbor Enterprise
fund, however infrastructure improvements, upgrades, and maintenance related to solid and liquid
waste management, sewage pumpout stations, and the removal of derelict and abandoned vessels
will continue to be a part of the Harbor's annual operating budget.
Approved by Finance Department: 444 t ile/
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes N X
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approves Resolution 2011- 0 authorizing the City Manager to sign the Alaska Clean
Harbor pledge and expressing support for actions resulting in a clean harbor certification.