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February 27, 2012
City Council Chambers Beginning at 7:00 p.m.
1963 1965 2005 The City of Seward, Alaska
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February 27, 2012 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers
1. CALL TO ORDER
David Seaward 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor 3. ROLL CALL
Term Expires 2013 4. CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT
THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Jean Bardarson [Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to
Vice Mayor speak. Time is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes
Term Expires 2012 total time for this agenda item.]
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Robert Valdatta [Approval of Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by
Council Member asterisk ( *). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately
Term Expires 2013 unless a council member so requests. In the event of such a
request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda]
Christy Terry
Council Member 6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Term Expires 2013 A. Proclamations and Awards
Varna Shafer 1. Celebrating the 60 Anniversary of First National Bank of
Council Member Alaska Seward .Pg 3
Term Expires 2013 2. Iditarod Centennial Proclamation Pg 4
3. Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
Marianna Keil Proclamation Pg 5
Council Member
Term Expires 2012 B. Chamber of Commerce Report
C. City Manager's Report
Ristine Casagranda D. City Attorney's Report
Council Member E. Mayor's Report
Term Expires 2012 F. Vice Mayor's Travel Report
G. Other Reports and Presentations
James Hunt 1. Presentation by Chugach Electric on the City's Possible Purchase
City Manager of Fire Island Wind Power.
Johanna Kinney
City Clerk
Cheryl Brooking
City Attorney
City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda
February 27, 2012 Page 1
7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolutions
1. Resolution 2012 -017, Amending The City Of Seward's Calendar Year 2012 State
Legislative Priorities .Pg 6
2. Resolution 2012 -018, Authorizing Principal And Interest Payments Totaling
$724,491.30 For The Third Avenue Water Main Loan From The State Of Alaska Department Of
Environmental Conservation, And Appropriating $563,106.30 To The 2012 Budget.....Pg 20
3. Resolution 2012 -019, Censuring Mayor Seaward For The Violation In His Duty
Of Obedience And Duty Of Loyalty To Faithfully Represent The Public's 2012 City Of Seward
State Legislative Priorities As Approved In Resolution 2011 -083 Pg 24
B. Other New Business Items
1. Discussion on Seward City Code 8.10.020 — uninvited door -to -door soliciting on
residential property.
2. Discussion on Teen and Youth Center Fees .Pg 26
3. Discussion on regulation and implementation of city dumpsters (Casagranda)
4. Discussion on having Seward Iditarod Trail Blazers 18 Annual Mayor's Cup Sled
Dog Race inside Seward city limits. (Seaward)
5. Schedule a joint work session with the Planning and Zoning Commission, Port and
Commerce Advisory Board, and the Historic Preservation Commission to go over 2012
priorities Pg 28
8. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No Action Required)
a. City's letter to the DNR Permit for the Alaskan Wet Dog Race Pg 30
9. COUNCIL COMMENTS
10. CITIZENS' COMMENTS [5 minutes per individual - Each individual has one
opportunity to speak.]
11. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZENS' COMMENTS
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. Go into Executive Session to discuss the evaluation of the City Attorney.
13. ADJOURNMENT
City of Seward, Alaska Council Agenda
February 27, 2012 Page 2
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WHEREAS, the "Bank of Seward" opened its doors in January 1905; and
WHEREAS, ownership of the bank changed hands many times, until Elwyn Swetmann,
owner of Seward Drug, purchased it in May 1946; and
WHEREAS, upon his death in 1951, Mr. Swetmann's widow, Viola, became president
and continued to operate the bank; and
WHEREAS, following the wishes of her late husband, Viola began negotiations with
Cuddy family who owned the First National Bank of Anchorage; and
WHEREAS, the First National Bank of Alaska, Seward branch, officially opened on
February 13, 1952; and
WHEREAS, the bank was run from that day forward by Dan Cuddy; and
WHEREAS, following the 1964 earthquake, the bank helped the City of Seward with
badly needed disaster relief during the two -year reconstruction period; and
WHEREAS, the bank moved to its current location in 1975; and
WHEREAS, the bank has a long history of providing community support, including
involvement with the Alaska SeaLife Center, Seward Senior Center, Silver Salmon Derby,
and provided $10,000 for both the bronze bust of William H. Seward in 2003 and
another $10,000 as a contribution to the new Seward Community Library Museum in
2009.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David Seaward, Mayor of the City of Seward, Alaska, do hereby
acknowledge and appreciate the ongoing support of the First National Bank of Alaska
to the citizens of Seward and congratulate them on their 90th Anniversary in the State
of Alaska and their 60th Anniversary in the City of Seward.
DATED this 27th day of February, 2012 THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Seaward, Mayor
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WHEREAS, the " Iditarod Trail" is also known historically as the "Seward-to -
Nome Mail Trail "; and
WHEREAS, the original " Iditarod Trail" was about 1,150 miles long; and
WHEREAS, the trail was used during the winter by dog mushers with large
freight sleds carrying up to 1,100 pounds of freight; and
WHEREAS, the trail was first mapped and marked in 1908 by a four- person
Alaska Road Commissions crew supported by dog teams; and
WHEREAS, nine months after the route was surveyed, two prospectors made a
`Christmas Day Strike' and the gold rush was on; and
WHEREAS, between 1910 and 1912, over 10,000 gold miners came to this area
in Alaska and worked $30 million of gold from the ground; and
WHEREAS, roadhouses and dog barns were quickly erected along the trait to
shelter and feed the trail users, including freight and mail haulers; and
WHEREAS, after years of effort by Joe Reddington, Sr. and the Alaska
Congressional delegation, the Iditarod Trail was designated as a National Historic
Trail in 1978; and
WHEREAS, today, the Iditarod Race follows much of the same route as the
Historic Trail; and
WHEREAS, Dan Seavey, Sr. is running the 2012 Iditarod to emphasize the
importance of the Iditarod National Historic Trail Centennial and will carry this
proclamation with him to Nome and present it to the their Mayor.
NOW, THEREFORE, 1, David Seaward, Mayor of the City of Seward, Alaska, do
hereby honor all those who have continued to maintain the Historic Iditarod Trail
and all those who keep the Iditarod Race alive, and hereby proclaim
March 1-, 201-2 as Historic Iditarod Trail Day
DATED this 27th day of February, 2012 The City of Seward, Alaska
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, teen dating violence is a crime that impacts youth and families in Alaska and
across the countr and
WhE.REA5, it is important that parents, guardians, and mentors remain aware of the signs
of dating violence in order to protect the health, safet and wellbein of our youth and
WHEREAS, teen dating violence can take the form of verbal, emotional, or physical abuse.
One of ever three y people have been impacted b one of these forms of violence and
WHERE A5, victims of violent relationships in adolescence are at high risk for long term
conse9uences, including substance abuse and eating disorders and
WHEREAS, we can prepare young people to make better choices about relationships b
teaching them that health relationships are based upon respect, and educating them on how to
identif the earl warning signs of an abusive relationship and
WhEREA5, it is important that we encourage victims of teen dating violence to seek help
immediatel and
WhE.REA5, elimination of dating violence can be achieved through the cooperation of
individuals, organizations, and communities, and the vigilance of parents, teachers, and mentors.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, David jeaward, Ma of the Cit of jeward, Alaska, do
hereb proclaim Februar 2012 as:
TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS &
PREVENTION MONTII
and encourage all citizens to become educated about the warning signs of teen dating violence,
and encourage parents to talk to their children about health relationships.
DATED th is 27th d a y of February, 2012 THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Seaward, Mayor
Sponsored by: Hunt
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -017
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AMENDING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR YEAR
2012 STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
WHEREAS, the City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that are identified as
top state legislative priorities; and
WHEREAS, the list of projects is compiled and distributed to the State of Alaska
Legislature, Kenai Peninsula Borough, and City of Seward lobbyist; and
WHEREAS, this resolution validates projects, prioritizes needs, and focuses the efforts
of City Administration in its lobbying efforts; and
WHEREAS, the passage of this resolution occurs through a public process; and
WHEREAS, all projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive and
Strategic Plans; and
WHEREAS, this resolution is an amendment of the City of Seward 2012 State
Legislative Priorities established in Resolution 2011 -083.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The following list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the official
amended legislative priority list of the City of Seward for the 2012 State of Alaska legislative
session:
1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS
A. PUBLIC FACILITIES
(1) $575,000 to refurbish the Lowell Canyon 400,000 gallon water tank.
(2) $2.5 million for constructing a 100' x 80' metal building to replace and relocate our
existing public works shop (City will provide land for the new building).
(3) $2 million for expanding the Providence Seward Hospital Medical Clinic, moving
the CT scanner into the facility, increasing backup generator capacity, and
improving space for primary health care (City provides $500 thousand annually for
hospital financing of capital improvements).
(4) $500,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center building system replacement, to replace core
building control and security systems.
(5) $250,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Ozonation system replacement.
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -017
B. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA
(1) $52.75 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater
to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, and barge landings for
the Coastal Villages Fishing Fleet move from Seattle to Alaska.
(2) Full funding ($23 Million) for the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation
and Public Facilities, Municipal Harbor Grant Program to provide ($1.1 million)
matching funds to replace "D" Float in the Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(3) $101,000 for engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in the Seward
Small Boat Harbor including A, B, C, and S Floats.
(4) $500,000 to pave the apron and add a wash down pad at the 50 ton travel lift.
(5) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure that includes a security fence
around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(6) $4.5 million for adding moorage (T, U, and V floats) along the north side of the
Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(7) $1.7 million for doubling the railway capacity of the ship lift (syncrolift) and
associated upland improvements to meet new requirements for repair work on Coast
Guard vessels at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(8) $100,000 for a card -lock crane at the travel lift dock.
C. ELECTRIC
(f l ..__...._$`1. 0 illion:._to complete the third and lrnll ... phase of:._ modernizing_ the emergency
back -up generation facility in Seward, including generator relocation, switching and
synchronization gar, grid integration and warehouse space. (I his language should_
be in the CAPS'S...: form already: submitted_..}
$1.5 million to repair and replace one mile of transmission line into the Fort
Raymond Substation with 115kV compatible equipment (this is a project supported
by the Alaska Railbelt Cooperative Transmission and Electric Company —
ARCTEC — because the current condition of the transmission line exceeds the
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D. ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESIBILITY
(1) $100,000 for improving City ADA accessibility.
(2) $2.25 million for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces,
reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems.
(3) $2.496 million for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal
erosion for the Lowell Point Road in the City of Seward (this road provides the sole
land access to critical public infrastructure, state parks, and a Kenai Peninsula
Borough residential housing area).
E. PUBLIC SAFETY
(1) $6 million for a replacement Seward Fire Station (City will provide a match of land).
(2) $25 million for a replacement Public Safety Building for Courthouse, Jail and Police
and State agencies enforcement headquarters (City will provide a match of land).
(3) $450,000 for a rescue truck.
2. CRUISE SHIP HEAD TAX OR CRUISE SHIP GAMBLING TAX
(1) $200,000 to continue the seasonal shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers.
(2) $1.31 million for Seward Dock Enhancements: Includes $450,000 for a cruise ship
baggage conveyor system, $360,000 a covered walkway at the Train Station,
$150,000 for a second mooring bollard to accommodate a second cruise ship and
$200,000 for extending the dock security lighting.
(3) $300,000 for improving the cruise ship pedestrian corridor between the Alaska
Railroad Terminal and Cruise Ship Terminal.
(4) $220,000 for West Dock Maintenance and Repair. Includes repair of piles with
severe corrosion for $100,000, repair of the cathodic protection system for $50
thousand, repair of sewer system $30,000, $15,000 for camel and fender repairs and
miscellaneous repairs $25,000).
(5) $500,000 for building and parking upgrades to the Lindsey Intermodal Facility.
(6) $75,000 for Seward Emergency Services operational response to cruise ship
passengers and cruise ship emergencies.
3. STATEWIDE PROJECTS
(1) $2 million for dock improvements and dredging at the Seward Marine Center to
prepare for the R/V Sikuliaq.
(2) $155,000 in the Department of Corrections Operating Budget to add an emergency
wastewater bypass (with valves and piping) to keep the Spring Creek Correctional
Facility sewage system operational in the event of a system failure.
(3) $300,000 to improve the access to the Seward Airport across the railroad tracks.
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(4) $9.6 million for Phase 1 of the East Dock Extension: 300 feet to improve access for
cruise ships. Phase 2 would include an additional 200 feet extension for $6.4
million.
4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION
(1) Support for the Friends of the Jesse Lee Home.
(2) Support the passage of House Bill 184 reallocating the fish tax to provide a greater
share to local municipal governments.
(3) Legislative support for increased cash infusion into PERS /TRS retirement system in
order to offset unfunded retirement system liabilities, to make future contribution
rates more affordable for the State and local governments.
(4) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 18 -25.5) in the State
Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
(5) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 25.5 -36) in the STIP.
(6) Appropriation for upgrading the Sterling Highway (MP 45 -60) in the STIP.
(7) Support for continuing Medicaid programs and capital cost reimbursement at not
less than current year funding levels.
(8) Return of service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena.
(9) Alternative Energy Programs that encourage and fund participation by the City and
its electrical utility customers.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this
2 7 th day of February, 2012.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Seaward, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney
City Clerk, CMC
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Council Agenda Statement
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From: John Foutz, Utility Manager
Agenda Item: Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Priorities
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
At a special meeting on November 2, 2011, City Council approved Resolution 2011 -083, which
established the City of Seward's 2012 State Legislative Priorities. After passage of this Resolution
and later discussion with members of ARCTEC it was recommended by ARCTEC to the electric
department to make a request as part of the city's state priority list to complete the Fort Raymond
generation facility upgrade. This request is in addition to the $4,000,000 already allocated through
ARCTEC. The work includes, among other items, upgrading the switchgear, moving generators four
and five into the new building, incorporating automatic syncing capability, repairing the building that
houses generators three and six and an on -site warehouse facility.
Administration annually compiles a list of projects and legislation for consideration as our state
legislative priorities. After validation of the list through a public process, and approval by the City
Council, the list is given to the Governor's Office, our legislators, the Kenai Peninsula Borough (for
inclusion in their legislative package), and our lobbyist. These priorities focus the efforts of
Administration and the City Council in our lobbying efforts as we seek funding or other resolutions
through State government. Frequently, the list of projects and legislation is updated at the beginning
of the legislative session.
INTENT:
This list of priorities focuses the efforts of Administration in lobbying efforts to obtain
appropriations, grants, and legislation from the State of Alaska to improve the City of Seward. To
qualify for most appropriations and grants, the list of State priorities must be approved in a public
process by the City Council. This addition updates the 2012 State Legislative Priorities list by
amending Resolution 2011 -083 to include the request for $4 million to complete the final phase of
the generation facility upgrade.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan: Sections 1.3, 3.7.3.1 and 3.7.3.2 X
2. Strategic Plan (document source here): X
3. Other (list): X
FISCAL NOTE: k
Approved by Finance Department:
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X 0 1
RECOMMENDATION:
Council discuss and vote on Resolution 2012 -bt1, amending the City of Seward's Calendar Year
2012 State Priorities.
Sponsored by: Administration
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2011 -083
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF SEWARD'S CALENDAR
YEAR 2012 STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
WHEREAS, the City annually compiles a list of projects or issues that are identified as
top state legislative priorities; and
WHEREAS, the list of projects is compiled and distributed to the State of Alaska
Legislature, Kenai Peninsula Borough, and City of Seward lobbyist; and
WHEREAS, this resolution validates projects, prioritizes needs, and focuses the efforts
of City Administration in its lobbying efforts; and
WHEREAS, the passage of this resolution occurs through a public process; and
WHEREAS, all projects on this list are consistent with the City Comprehensive and
Strategic Plans.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The following list of legislative projects is hereby declared to be the oflicial
legislative priority list of the City of Seward for the 2012 State of Alaska legislative session:
1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS
A. PUBLIC FACILITIES
(1) $575,000 to refurbish the Lowell Canyon 400,000 gallon water tank.
(2) $2.5 million for constructing a 100' x 80' metal building to replace and relocate our
existing public works shop (City will provide land for the new building).
(3) $2 million for expanding the Providence Seward Hospital Medical Clinic, moving
the CT scanner into the facility, increasing backup generator capacity. and
improving space for primary health care (City provides $500 thousand annually for
hospital financing of capital improvements).
(4) $500,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center building system replacement. to replace core
building control and security systems.
(5) $250,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Ozonation system replacement.
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B. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA
(1) $52.75 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater
to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, and barge landings for
the Coastal Villages Fishing Fleet move from Seattle to Alaska.
(2) Full funding ($23 Million) for the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation
and Public Facilities, Municipal Harbor Grant Program to provide ($1.1 million)
matching funds to replace "D" Float in the Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(3) $101.000 for engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in the Seward
Small Boat Harbor including A, B, C, and S Floats.
(4) $500,000 to pave the apron and add a wash down pad at the 50 ton travel lift.
(5) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure that includes a security fence
around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(6) $4.5 million for adding moorage (T, U, and V floats) along the north side of the
Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(7) $1.7 million for doubling the railway capacity of the ship lift (syncrolift) and
associated upland improvements to meet new requirements for repair work on Coast
Guard vessels at the Seward Marine industrial Center.
(8) $100,000 for a card -lock crane at the travel lift dock.
C. ELECTRIC j
(1) $1.5 million to repair and replace one mile of transmission line into the Fort
Raymond Substation with 115kV compatible equipment (this is a project supported
by the Alaska Railbelt Cooperative Transmission and Electric Company —
ARCTEC — because the current condition of the transmission line exceeds the
estimated life expectancy of 50- years).
(2) $17 million for upgrading the transmission line to 115KV in Seward (and upgrading
transformers and other equipment for the higher voltage) to reduce line loss while
improving efficiency and reliability of power distribution throughout the service
area.
(3) $450,000 for installing automatic electrical metering equipment to improve
customer service, outage management, and load management (the City will provide
a 100% match of $450,000 to complete the project).
(4) $85.000 for establishing improvements to redundant capabilities for providing
electrical power during emergencies. such as a tsunami, to the downtown and
hospital area of Seward (the City will provide a 100% match of $85,000 for the
project).
D. ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESIBILITY
(I) $ I00,000 for improving City ADA accessibility.
(2) $2.25 million for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces,
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reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems.
(3) $2.496 million for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal
erosion for the Lowell Point Road in the City of Seward (this road provides the sole
land access to critical public infrastructure, state parks, and a Kenai Peninsula
Borough residential housing area).
E. PUBLIC SAFETY
(1) $6 million for a replacement Seward Fire Station (City will provide a match of land).
(2) $25 million for a replacement Public Safety Building for Courthouse, Jail and Police
and State agencies enforcement headquarters (City will provide a match ot'land).
(3) $450,000 for a rescue truck.
2. CRUISE SHIP HEAD TAX OR CRUISE SHIP GAMBLING TAX
(1) $200,000 to continue the seasonal shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers.
(2) $1.31 million for Seward Dock Enhancements: Includes $450,000 for a cruise ship
baggage conveyor system, $360,000 a covered walkway at the Train Station,
$150,000 for a second mooring bollard to accommodate a second cruise ship and
$200,000 for extending the dock security lighting.
(3) $300,000 for improving the cruise ship pedestrian corridor between the Alaska
Railroad Terminal and Cruise Ship Terminal.
(4) $220,000 for West Dock Maintenance and Repair. Includes repair of piles with
severe corrosion for $100,000, repair of the cathodic protection system for $50
thousand, repair of sewer system $30,000, $15,000 for camel and fender repairs and
miscellaneous repairs $25,000).
(5) $500,000 for building and parking upgrades to the Lindsey lltermodal Facility.
(6) $75,000 for Seward Emergency Services operational response to cruise ship
passengers and cruise ship emergencies.
3. STATEWIDE PROJECTS
(1) $2 million for dock improvements and dredging at the Seward Marine Center to
prepare for the R/V Sikuliaq.
(2) $155,000 in the Department of Corrections Operating Budget to add an emergency
wastewater bypass (with valves and piping) to keep the Spring Creek Correctional
Facility sewage system operational in the event of a system failure.
(3) $300,000 to improve the access to the Seward Airport across the railroad tracks.
(4) $9.6 million for Phase 1 of the East Dock Extension: 300 feet to improve access for
cruise ships. Phase 2 would include an additional 200 feet extension for $6.4
million.
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4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION
(1) Support the passage of House Bill 184 reallocating the fish tax to provide a greater
share to local municipal governments.
(2) Legislative support for increased cash infusion into PERS /TRS retirement system in
order to offset unfunded retirement system liabilities, to make future contribution
rates more affordable for the State and local governments.
(3) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 18 -25.5) in the State
Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
(4) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 25.5-36) in the STIP.
(5) Appropriation for upgrading the Sterling Highway (MP 45 -60) in the STIP.
(6) Support for continuing Medicaid programs and capital cost reimbursement at not
less than current year funding levels.
(7) Return of service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena.
(8) Alternative Energy Programs that encourage and fund participation by the City and
its electrical utility customers.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 2"
day of November, 2011.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
can Bardarson, Vice Mayor
i \YES: Valdatta, Keil, Shafer, Casagranda, Terry. Bardarson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Seaward
ABSTAIN: None
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Council Agenda Statement
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Agenda Item: Calendar Year 2012 State Legislative Priorities
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Administration annually compiles a list of projects and legislation for consideration as our state
legislative priorities. After validation of the list through a public process, and approval by the
City Council, the list is given to the Governor's Office, our legislators, the Kenai Peninsula
Borough (for inclusion in their legislative package), and our lobbyist. These priorities focus the
efforts of Administration and the City Council in our lobbying efforts as we seek funding or
other resolution through State government. Frequently, the list of projects and legislation is
updated at the beginning of the legislative session. The following list is submitted to the City
Council for review and approval.
1. STATE FUNDED PROJECTS
A. PUBLIC FACILITIES
(1) $575,000 to refurbish the Lowell Canyon 400,000 gallon water tank.
(2) $2.5 million for constructing a 100' x 80' metal building to replace and relocate our
existing public works shop (City will provide land for the new building).
(3) $2 million for expanding the Providence Seward Hospital Medical Clinic, moving
the CT scanner into the facility, increasing backup generator capacity, and
improving space for primary health care (City provides $500 thousand annually for
hospital financing of capital improvements).
(4) $250,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Ozonation system replacement.
(5) $500,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center building system replacement, to replace core
building control and security systems.
(6) $1.9 million for Alaska SeaLife Center renovation, external concrete maintenance
and internal catacombs renovation to provide for new education classroom to meet
distance education and industry training demand.
(7) $950,000 for Alaska SeaLife Center Housing for volunteers and staff to reduce
operating costs and expand volunteer pool.
B. PORT, HARBOR, AND INDUSTRIAL AREA
(1) $52.75 million for extending the Seward Marine Industrial Center basin breakwater
to improve and increase ship moorage and loading capacity, and barge landings for
the Coastal Villages Fishing Fleet move from Seattle to Alaska.
(2) Full funding ($23 Million) for the State of Alaska, Department of Transportation
and Public Facilities, Municipal Harbor Grant Program to provide matching funds
to replace "D" Float in the Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(3) $101,000 for engineering and design to replace failing infrastructure in the Seward
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Small Boat Harbor including A, B, C, and S Floats.
(4) $775,000 for building a Handicap Accessible Fish Cleaning Station in the Northeast
Launch Ramp Area of the Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(5) $250,000 for paving and improving drainage in the northeast parking lot of the
Seward Small Boat Harbor.
(6) $1.5 million for storm water discharge infrastructure that includes a security fence
around the city vessel storage area at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(7) $1.7 million for doubling the railway capacity of the ship lift (syncrolift) and
associated upland improvements to meet new requirements for repair work on Coast
Guard vessels at the Seward Marine Industrial Center.
(8) $25,000 to upgrade the Harbor Security Camera System.
(9) $4.5 million for adding moorage along the north side of the Seward Small Boat
Harbor.
C. ELECTRIC
(1) $1.5 million to repair and replace one mile of transmission line into the Fort
Raymond Substation with 115kV compatible equipment (this is a project supported
by the Alaska Railbelt Cooperative Transmission and Electric Company —
ARCTEC — because the current condition of the transmission line exceeds the
estimated life expectancy of 50- years).
(2) $17 million for upgrading the transmission line to 115KV in Seward (and upgrading
transformers and other equipment for the higher voltage) to reduce line loss while
improving efficiency and reliability of power distribution throughout the service
area.
(3) $300,000 for installing automatic electrical metering equipment to improve
customer service, outage management, and load management (the City will provide
a 100% match of $300,000 to complete the project).
(4) $85,000 for establishing improvements to redundant capabilities for providing
electrical power during emergencies, such as a tsunami, to the downtown and
hospital area of Seward (the City will provide a 100% match of $85,000 for the
project).
D. ROADS, STREETS, AND ADA ACCESIBILITY
(1) $100,000 for improving City ADA accessibility.
(2) $2.25 million for Seward Community Roads for repaving road surfaces,
reconstructing sidewalks, and improving roadway drainage systems.
(3) $2.496 million for design, engineering, construction, and protection from coastal
erosion for the Lowell Point Road in the City of Seward (this road provides the sole
land access to critical public infrastructure, state parks, and a Kenai Peninsula
Borough residential housing area).
E. PUBLIC SAFETY
(I) $6 million for a replacement Seward Fire Station (City will provide a match of land).
(2) $25 million for a replacement Public Safety Building for Courthouse, Jail and Police
and State agencies enforcement headquarters (City will provide a match of land).
(3) $1.3 million for a ladder truck.
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2. CRUISE SHIP HEAD TAX OR CRUISE SHIP GAMBLING TAX
(1) $200,000 to continue the seasonal shuttle bus for cruise ship passengers.
(2) $9.6 million for Phase 1 of the East Dock Extension: 300 feet to improve access for
cruise ships. Phase 2 would include an additional 200 feet extension for $6.4
million. This would provide space for the research vessel the R/V Sikuliaq.
(3) $1.31 million for Seward Dock Enhancements: Includes $450,000 for a cruise ship
baggage conveyor system, $360,000 for a covered walkway at the Train Station,
$150,000 for a second mooring bollard to accommodate a second cruise ship and
$200,000 for extending the dock security lighting.
(4) $300,000 for improving the cruise ship pedestrian corridor between the Alaska
Railroad Terminal and Cruise Ship Terminal.
(5) $220,000 for West Dock Maintenance and Repair. Includes repair of piles with
severe corrosion for $100,000, repair of the cathodic protection system for $50,000,
repair of sewer system $30,000, $15,000 for camel and fender repairs and
miscellaneous repairs $25,000).
(6) $500,000 for building and parking upgrades to the Lindsey Intermodal Facility.
(7) $50,000 for Seward Ambulance Corps. and Seward Fire Department operational
response to cruise ship passengers and cruise ship emergencies.
(8) $2 million for constructing a 100' by 80' metal building to house emergency
response equipment and shelter supplies at the Fort Raymond Satellite Fire Station
(this location will allow or speed response to emergencies at the Cruise Ship Dock
during those periods when other response is prevented by earthquakes or tsunamis).
3. STATEWIDE PROJECTS
(1) $2 million for dock improvements and dredging at the Seward Marine Center to
prepare for the R/V Sikuliaq.
(2) $155,000 in the Department of Corrections Operating Budget to add an emergency
wastewater bypass (with valves and piping) to keep the Spring Creek Correctional
Facility sewage system operational in the event of a system failure.
(3) $300,000 to improve the access to the Seward Airport across the railroad tracks.
4. BENEFICIAL LEGISLATION
(1) Support the passage of House Bill 184 reallocating the fish tax to provide a greater
share to local municipal governments
(2) Legislative support for increased cash infusion into PERS /TRS retirement system in
order to offset unfunded retirement system liabilities, to make future contribution
rates more affordable for the State and local governments
(3) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 18 -25.5) in the State
Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP).
(4) Appropriation for upgrading Seward Highway (MP 25.5 -36) in the STIP.
(5) Appropriation for upgrading the Sterling Highway (MP 45 -60) in the STIP.
(6) Construction of a highway exit off the Seward Highway in the vicinity of MP 6 for
better and safer vehicle access to Camelot and Salmon Creek subdivisions.
(7) Support for continuing Medicaid programs and capital cost reimbursement at not
less than current year funding levels.
(8) Return of service to Seward by the State Ferry Tustumena.
(9) Alternative Energy Programs that encourage and fund participation by the City and
its electrical utility customers.
INTENT: This list of priorities focuses the efforts of Administration in lobbying efforts to
obtain appropriations, grants, and legislation from the State of Alaska to improve the City of
Seward. To qualify for most appropriations and grants, the list of State priorities must be
approved in a public process by the City Council.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST
Where applicable, this resolution is consistent with guidance and directives in the Seward City
Code, City Charter, Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and the City Council
Rules of Procedures.
FISCAL NOTE:
Approved by Finance Department :, 40J_i _,�
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION CO'
Council approve Resolution 2011 - approving the City of Seward's Calendar Year 2012 State
Priorities
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Sponsored by: Hunt
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -018
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST PAYMENTS
TOTALING $724,491.30 FOR THE THIRD AVENUE WATER MAIN
LOAN FROM THE STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION, AND APPROPRIATING
$563,106.30 TO THE 2012 BUDGET
WHEREAS, Resolution 2004 -106 was approved by the Seward City Council on
November 22, 2004, approving a 35% increase in water tariff rates for the purpose of providing a
revenue stream to repay a pending loan related to replacement of the Third Avenue Water Main
( "the Project ") from approximately the Alaska SeaLife Center to Port Avenue; and
WHEREAS, in 2006, the Seward City Council approved Resolution 2006 -50 accepting a
loan in the amount of up to $3,480,000 from the State of Alaska Department of Environmental
Conservation ( "DEC ") for the purpose of replacing the Third Avenue Water Line; and
WHEREAS, the project was completed in 2007 at a total cost of $2,652,849 with loan
repayment originally slated to begin in 2008. Due to a delay in resolving a disputed claim of
$594,346.22 related to clean -up of contaminated soils during the Project; repayment on this loan
was delayed and loan payments were not made in 2008, 2009, 2010, or 2011; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska DEC has provided the City of Seward with an
amortization schedule which reflects a required payment of $724,491.30 in 2012, with future
annual payments of approximately $155,000 per year over the next 15 years; and
WHEREAS, the 2012 approved budget provides for debt service on this loan of $161,385
falling short of the requirements for this single payment by $563,106.30, necessitating a one -time
appropriation from the Water Enterprise Fund reserves.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to make a one -time debt service
payment in the amount of $724,491.30 toward the Third Avenue Water Line Loan prior to April 1,
2012.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -018
Section 2. Funding in the amount of $563,106.30 is hereby appropriated from the Water
Enterprise Fund reserves account no. 701- 0000 -3050 to the debt service principal account no.
701 - 7950 -5810 in the amount of $581,935.42 and budgeted debt service interest account no.
701 - 7950 -5820 is hereby reduced by $18,829.12 back to the reserve account, for a total net
appropriation of $563,106.30.
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 27
day of February, 2012.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Seaward, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Council Agenda Statement
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Agenda Item: Appropriation to Third Avenue Water Line Loan Debt Service
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Seward replaced a significant portion of the community's main water line from
approximately the Alaska Sealife Center to Port Avenue, in 2007. This project was accomplished at
a total cost of $2,652,849 with a loan from the State of Alaska Department of Environmental
Conservation ( "DEC "). The Seward City Council authorized that loan by Resolution 2006 -50.
The City was originally expected to begin repaying this loan in 2008. However, the City was in
dispute with the State of Alaska Department of Transportation ( "DOT "), over a bill for $594,346.22
related to contaminated soils found on the site during the construction project to upgrade Mile 0 to 8
of the Seward Highway, and install the replacement water line. Because of the dispute, the City was
unable to consider the project closed, since it would have needed loan monies to pay the disputed
claim, which would have impacted future repayment of the loan. Ultimately, the State DOT agreed
not to pursue the City for reimbursement of their costs, and the loan is now being finalized by the
State of Alaska DEC.
The City increased water rates by 35% effective January 1, 2005, to generate sufficient revenues to
repay this loan. Due to the delay in repayment, the Water Enterprise Fund cash reserves increased
more than $800,000 since 2008, related to the delay in repayment. The amortization schedule for
this loan requires an up -front payment of $724,491.30 in 2012, which is $563,106.30 more than
anticipated in the 2012 approved budget, necessitating an appropriation from the Water Fund
reserves.
INTENT:
Authorize an additional appropriation of $563,106.30 in 2012 for the purpose of making the first
payment on the Third Avenue Water Line loan totaling $724,491.30, making up for debt service
payments not made in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST:
Where applicable, this resolution /ordinance is consistent with the Seward City Code, Charter,
Comprehensive Plans, Land Use Plans, Strategic Plan and City Council Rules of Procedures.
FISCAL NOTE:
Funding in the amount of $563,106.30 is available in the Water Enterprise Fund for this debt service
payment, based on an increase in rates in 2005.
Approved by Finance Department: 4,441 022
ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council approve an initial payment of the Third Avenue Water Line loan, and appropriate
funds.
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Sponsored by: Shafer and Terry
CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -019
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, CENSURING MAYOR SEAWARD FOR THE VIOLATION IN HIS
DUTY OF OBEDIENCE AND DUTY OF LOYALTY TO FAITHFULLY
REPRESENT THE PUBLIC'S 2012 CITY OF SEWARD STATE
LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AS APPROVED IN RESOLUTION 2011 -083
WHEREAS, the Mayor presides at all meetings of the Council and is recognized as the head
of the City for all ceremonial purposes; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has no regular administrative or executive duties; and
WHEREAS, each Council Member, including the Mayor, has the right to sway the Council
to his or her point of view, and if a member votes with the losing side, the member must respect the
fact that the majority rules and cheerfully carry out the Council's wishes for the benefit of the citizens
of Seward; and
WHEREAS, the Duty of Obedience requires Council, including the Mayor, to act in
accordance with the Seward City Charter, Code of Ordinances, Council Rules of Procedure, and
Resolutions; and forbids acts outside the scope of Council powers; and
WHEREAS, when speaking as an elected representative of the City of Seward, the Mayor
must speak consistently with the policy and objectives adopted by City Council on behalf of the
citizens of Seward; and
WHEREAS, during Mayor Seaward's legislative trip to Juneau, he disregarded the Council's
will, thus disobeying the public's wishes, and substituted his own by promoting the Friends of the
Jesse Lee Home as a City of Seward 2012 State Priority; and
WHEREAS, this reprimand is being enacted with the hopes of reforming and educating
Mayor Seaward so that he won't behave in the same way again; and
WHEREAS, Council Members desire to move forward in a spirit of cooperation with the
Mayor for the benefit of the citizens of Seward.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD, ALASKA that:
Section 1. Mayor Seaward is restricted from traveling on City business for six months from
enactment of this resolution.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2012 -019
Section 2. Funds totaling twenty -five (25) percent of Mayor Seaward's travel and
subsistence to the Mayor's Conference in Juneau February 6 -9, 2012, will be billed to the Friends of
the Jesse Lee Home, and when received, deposited into the General Fund (101) - Mayor and Council
(1110) - Travel /Subsistence Account (5140).
Section 3. Due to Mayor Seaward's inexperience, the Council will not be requesting
reimbursement from him at this time; however, future violations of this nature may result in the
Mayor being responsible to reimburse all or a portion of his corresponding travel expenses.
Section 4. This censure is the public reprimand of Mayor Seaward for the violation of the
duty of obedience and duty of loyalty owed to the citizens of Seward and serves merely as a
condemnation with no direct effect on the validity of his position of Mayor.
Section 5. The recitals above are incorporated herein by reference.
Section 6. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 27 day of
February, 2012.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
David Seaward, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Johanna Kinney, CMC
City Clerk
(City Seal)
Johanna Kinney
From: Karin Sturdy
Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 12:12 PM
To: Johanna Kinney
Cc: Jim Hunt; Ron Long
Subject: Parent Meeting re: TYC fees and other issues
Dear Clerk Kinney:
As we mentioned in yesterday's Dept. Head meeting, TYC had already scheduled a parent meeting to discuss the topic of
TYC program fee increases from 2011 to 2012. Below is information for the City Council regarding that meeting and last
fall's research on sliding fee scales. Please forward to the City Council as their invitation to the meeting. —kjs
The director of Parks and Recreation, Karin Sturdy (DOPAR) announced a scheduled meeting Thr, Feb 23, 5:30 pm (day
care provided) Parents Meeting. First on the agenda, staff will discuss "TYC, fee increases, then other topics. Several of
the City Council recalled requesting a 'sliding fee scale' for TYC increases during last fall's public budget work sessions.
Sturdy will explain that after consulting with SPRD Staff, Finance Dept, State's website and City' attorney — it was
easiest /best to come up with a black- and - white, Yes/No qualification for low income. During these days and years of
service introspection and expense reductions, does the City Council really want to hire another City' staff member to deal
with reviewing filed tax returns and other forms while receiving registrations for Day Camps, denying requests,
etc... We cannot picture an expedient way to make this function effective or efficient.
TYC prices are already quite affordable with high dollar - value. Nearly 50% of school children qualify for free or reduced
lunch. SPRD Staff does not want to be in the details and information about parents' incomes; or double - checking or
submitting income taxes or other records. There is no legal way to obtain info from the schools which families qualify or
do not. The decision was made to go with the honor system: check yes or no if one qualifies for food stamps. If requested,
the parent could easily and quickly supply a copy of the state- issued food stamps card. Council is now hearing feedback
that families need help, but do not qualify for food stamps.
Yes, the TYC has and will continue to offer some scholarships for families who cannot afford to pay, when available.
These scholarships are usually available to different children throughout the summer, not usually one child all summer
long, as an example. To their credit, TYC Staff and volunteers exert a great amount of effort to help raise funds for
scholarships: Poker Tourney, American Legion donations and others from the public, the Teen Council Fund and a
postcard direct mailer request.
Over the years, our TYC program has blossomed in program and reputation. We are now out and mobile with the kids in a
high -rec program with no babysitting. (We have found that children who require babysitting do not fit well into our
recreation programs in which we move, move, move!) We have also made productive efforts to reduces expenses and
increase revenues. We suggested fee increases for the 2012 year, based on our perception of what the Council asked of the
TYC program, especially in light of the frequent comparison to the Boys & Girls Club membership at $20 per year. If the
Council and community are balking at the fee increases now, our staff would be happy to roll -back the fees to 2011 or
2010 levels, such as we did in Paid Parking for a couple of years during the recession. (We, feel the Paid Parking fee roll-
back kept large and small tourism and fishing businesses from feeling the otherwise nasty sting of decreased visitation to
Seward. We feel it was successful and appreciated by locals and visitors.) The TYC staff could roll -back prices again, if
the Council desires to increase the subsidy level of the TYC program. This would increase the overall SPRD subsidy
level. If the Council considers a roll -back of prices, we do NOT recommend rolling back the prices of our relatively new,
Adventure Camp for older campers. These Adventure prices are designed to cover the expenses of more diverse recreation
options such as overnight camping and professional services such as kayaking for children who excel in our regular Day
Camp programs. If we roll -hack regular camp prices, we would further recommend reducing the number of out -of -town
trips to keep the subsidy level as palatable as possible for tax - payers. This reduction in services is likely to disappoint a
number of campers and parents who appreciate the fieldtrips. 0 r J
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We hope to see you next week, Thursday, February 23 at 5:30 pm at the TYC.
Thanks,
Karin Sturdy, Director (907) 224.4053
Seward Parks & Recreation Dept and Parking Dept ...Mountains of Recreation
City of Seward / PO Box 167 / Seward, AK 99664 -0167 www.cityofseward.us
Winter Fun & Rec
Urbach's Youth Basketball League: Jan 28 to March 24
Cheer Club now: 224.4054
Parent Group Info Meeting re: TYC fees: Thr, Feb 23 @ 5:30, TYC: 224.5472
Kids & K9s Class: Community Schools, 224.8711
Anchorage Van Trip: skating, bowling, 224.8711
TYC "School's Out" Daycamps: March 12 -16
Breeze Inn Avalanche Classic Bball Tourney: March 10 & 11
SPRD Annual Theme: "Living Well in Twenty - Twelve"
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Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: February 27, 2012
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From: Johanna Kinney, City Clerk v k,
Agenda Item: Joint work sessions with e Boards and
for yearly priorities 1 s0.
BACKGROUND & JUSTIFICATION:
Per the City Council Rules of Procedure, the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission
meet annually (typically in March) to review the commission's yearly priorities.
While not required, the council in the past has also had similar work sessions with its other boards
and commissions, the Historic Preservation Commission and the Port and Commerce Advisory
Board.
CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A
1. Comprehensive Plan (document source here): x
2. Strategic Plan (document source here): x
Other (list): City Council Rules of Procedure, Rule 35:
(c) Reports to Council.
3 (1) Planning and Zoning Commission. The Council liaison to the Planning
Commission shall make regular reports to the Council regarding the
activities of the Planning Commission. In addition, the Council shall
meet in a joint work session with the Planning Commission in March of
each year to discuss any areas of mutual interest.
FISCAL NOTE: None
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RECOMMENDATION:
Schedule a joint work session with the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Port and Commerce
Advisory Board, and the Historic Preservation Commission, preferably after March 21, 2012 to
allow all boards and commissions to review their annual priorities prior to meeting with the council.
Another possibility would be to schedule a work session with the Planning and Zoning Commission
prior to the March 12, 2012 Regular Council Meeting, as P &Z has already reviewed their priorities.
PACAB and HP will meet on March 7, 2012 and March 21, 2012, respectively. The City Clerk has
asked these boards and commissions to please put on their agendas a review of their 2012 priorities.
Council may consider the option of meeting with PACAB and HP prior to the March 27, 2012
meeting, or pick a separate date to meet with all three boards and commissions.
Ctty of Seward. Alaska
City of Seward 1963 1965 2005
P.O. Box 167 134A
! Sevyard, Alaska 99664 -0167 All America City
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Main Office (907) 224 -4050
Facsimile (907) 224 -4038
State of Alaska
Department of Natural Resources
550 W. 7 Ave. Suite 900C
Anchorage, AK 99501
Re: John Lang d.ba The Alaskan Wet Dog Race,
Permit Application LAS 28297
The City of Seward, Alaska, after much research, fully supports the efforts of Mr. Lang to
successfully receive a permit for The Alaskan Wet Dog Race. The Seward City Council was
impressed with Mr. Lang's provisions for human safety, environmental protections, and his
sincere interest in addressing citizen and council member's questions. The City Council
specifically addressed the Race in a public meeting and no members of the community or area .
voiced opposition.. The City firmly believes the Alaskan Wet Dog Race will have an outstanding
positive economic impact in Seward and around the State. The City looks forward to
participating in this new, exciting event.
The City of Seward is pleased to encourage the State of Alaska to approve Mr. Lang's
application.
Sincerely yours,
James S. Hunt, City Manager
P.O. Box 167
Seward, Alaska 99664 -0167
907 -224 -4047
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