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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11022022 PACAB Meeting PacketPort & Commerce Advisory Board Agenda Packet Regular Meeting Wednesday, November 2, 2022 City Cound I Chambers 12.00 p.m. 1963 1965 2005 The City of Seward, Alaska bdka PORT & COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA A Wtmedca env II City Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street Please silence all cell phones during the meeting � Chair Brandii O'Reagan Vice Chair Lynda Paquette Board Member Bruce Jaffa Board Member Carl Hughes 1. CALL TO ORDER Board Member Ben Smith Assistant City Manager Stephen Sowell Board Member Fred Woelkers Harbormaster Norm Regis Board Member Dwayne Atwood Deputy City Clerk Kris Peck November 2, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS Note: Those who have signed in will be given the first opportunity to speak. Time is limited to 3 minutes per speaker and 36 minutes total time for this agenda item. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Note: Approval of Consent Agenda passes all routine items indicated by asterisk (*). Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless requested by a board member. In the event of such a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda. 6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS A. Proclamations and Awards — None B. Administration Report................................................................................Pg. 3 C. Alaska Railroad Report...............................................................................Pg. 6 D. Chamber of Commerce Report......................................................................Pg. 7 E. Other Reports and Announcements — None F. Presentations — None 7. CONSENT AGENDA A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting * 1. Approval of the October 5, 2022 PACAB Regular Meeting Minutes .......................Pg. 12 B. Resolutions —None C. Action Memoranda — None D. Other Items — None 8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None 9. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolutions 1. Resolution 2022-007, Adopting The Port And Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) Priorities For The Calendar Year 2023..........................................................Pg. 16 2. Resolution 2022-008, Recommending City Council Approval Of The Seward Boat Harbor Plan...................................................................................................Pg. 22 B. Action Memoranda None C. Other New Business 1. Formulate PACAB's Conclusions and Recommendations to the Seward Housing Problem............................................................................................. Pg. 66 2. Review and Discuss the 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Plan List and Provide Input to City Council...............................................................................................Pg. 70 10. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS — None (No action required.) II. CITIZEN COMMENTS (There is no sign in for this comment period. Time is limited to five (5) minutes per speaker.) 12. BOARD AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO CITIZEN COMMENTS 13. ADJOURNMENT `a Assistant City Manager Stephen Sowell ➢ Heat Loop Project: A grant application has been submitted for a DOE funding opportunity. This application has required the collaboration of the Ad Hoc Committee, City Administration, the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), Your Clean Energy, and our grant writer with R&M Engineering. Even if we do not obtain this specific grant opportunity, the work that went into the application is beneficial as we crafted information that can be used for future grant applications. ➢ City Administration and the Electric Utility Director met with Curtis Thayer, Executive Director of the Alaska Energy Authority to talk about the various projects underway in Seward as well as possible future projects. In Curtis' words, "Seward has a ton of potential for growth". Seward truly is getting more and more attention for development and various innovative projects! ➢ The supplemental survey for the Recreation Center was released on October 6t" We posted the link on the City Facebook page and hope to have a vibrant response by the community. ➢ City Administration met with Seward City Tours on October 11t" to discuss shuttle bus operations in 2023. We expect to see similar cruise ship visitation in 2023 and another great year for provision of this community transportation program. ➢ The new Animal Shelter is nearing final completion, with details such as furniture, appliances, and the "punch list" being wrapped up. We do not have a date for the facility to be opened as of yet. ➢ The Assistant City Manager, Community Development Director, Chamber of Commerce Director, and KPEDD Executive Director met on October 19t" to discuss housing in Seward and the surrounding area. We are planning to held a community housing meeting this coming winter. 3 Harbor Harbormaster Norm Regis ➢ The 50 ton and 330-ton Travelift has slowed down; most vessels are out for the winter. ➢ We are training new harborworkers on the maintaining the Travelifts. ➢ We are working on the SMIC yard drainage to keep water flowing into the ditches. ➢ The water throughout the harbor was turned off during the first week of October. See map below for winter water locations highlighted in orange PARKI HARBOR OFFICE n �. GNPNN�V e k QGe�sS TRNVSIENT P'oo 0011 ppNS1ENT ➢ We have opened G, K and L-float still waiting on the pedestals. Seward Boat Harbor TRANSIENT MOORAGE' NO POWER TRANSIENT MOORAGE; POWER AVAILABLE WINTER WATER LOCATION SEWAGE PUMPOUT a M ➢ The pedestals are supposed to arrive on the 14th with installation the following week. ➢ We are still working with the public with COVID protocol in mind while continuing to do boat lift's and public contact in the Seward Harbor office. ➢ A continuous cleanup is still in process on the last lot at SMIC, this cleanup is starting to take shape, just a few more items to deal with and we can lease out the property again. ➢ The harbor office will be closed on Sundays until spring 2023. ➢ The North East harbor launch ramp has a few punch list items left for the contractor to work on. 4 ➢ I called Washington and checked on the City of Seward Harbors PIDP grant it is in the final weeks of technical review, an announcement of the grant awardees will be in a couple of weeks. (NO WORD YET) ➢ We are continuing to work with Moffatt & Nicole on the design for the 5-ton crane on I - Dock, Corp Permit has been approved ➢ The harbor is fully staffed. ➢ Received an update from the Coast Guard on the lease for the new FRC location, the package went to Headquarters for review. After the review, negotiations can take place for the lease land located at SMIC. (GETTING CLOSER) no word yet. ➢ We are prepping for winter. ALA�KA RAILROAD November 2, 2022 Port and Commerce Advisory Board Report THE ALASKA RAILROAD'S MISSION -- Through excellent customer service and sound business management practices, provide safe, efficient, and economical transportation and real estate services that support and grow economic development opportunities for the State of Alaska. Vessel Traffic • Vessel log entries at the Alaska Railroad docks — 158 non -cruise vessels have docked during 2022. The traffic has recently been related to normal freight trade, fuel deliveries and barges positioning for winter storage and repair. • The Crowley fuel barge Oliver Leavitt/Aveogan is scheduled to depart in early November following extensive fabrication and repair work by Catalyst Marine. • We are now preparing to receive the 418-foot USCG Cutter Munro on November 23-25. • The 2023 cruise ship season calendar currently includes 92 ships. We are planning to have three ships in port on July 28 and September 8. Other Items • Various public entities have been using the terminal building during the off season including the municipal parks and recreation department and the senior center. The annual Holiday Craft Fair is scheduled for December 2-3. • ARRC staff plans to attend the 2022 Pacific Marine Expo in Seattle on November 17-19. • The ARRC Real Estate / Facilities departments are currently in the process of hiring the Seward assistant port manager. The job posting closes November 8. • ARRC is in the final stages of design for Cruise Dock expansion project. Currently a 65 percent plan proposal is under internal review. Construction is slated to begin at the end of the 2023 cruise ship season. Dwayne Atwood Seward Port Manager, MPM 907-265-2696 office 1 907-362-6038 mobile mailing: PO Box 95, Seward, AK 99664 physical: 913 Port Avenue web: www.AlaskaRailroad.com 11 October 2022 sad Seward Chamber of Commerce Update • We won Alaska Chamber of the Year! So excited to be honored by the Alaska Chamber, and thankful for the community support to make it a reality. • Our staff attended the Alaska Tourism Industry Association annual conference in Sitka where we learned about the state tourism marketing plans, engaged in event planning seminars, met colleagues from other community chambers and DMOs, and more. It was a great experience for the entire crew. o Action items: explore hosting in Seward and create an Eastern Peninsula ATIA chapter • EV Charger is one small piece away from being complete. Looking forward to having both the fast charger and the regular charger ready to go at some point in November! • Our staff members have attended Sources of Strength Adult Advisor training and are engaging with students through that program at the high school. • Our'one-sheets' are back for the winter - this is a source of information that showcases what is open. We update it biweekly, but we're not perfect so please let us know if you notice anything that we missed or need to add! I've attached the most recent one. October Winter Weekend • October 28 to October 31 celebrate Halloween throughout town! • -October events: Woodlawn Cemetery Tours by 12 Ravens, The Boys & Girls Club Teen Youth Center Haunted House, Coast Guard Haunted House, Zombie Walk, Trunk or Treat, Haunted Tours of the Vangilder, Parks & Rec Halloween Carnival, Little Shop of Rocky Horrors: Murder Mystery Party, Halloween Knife Fight curated dinner at Flamingo Lounge, Trivia and Dance party at Yukon Bar, Dance party @ Seward Alehouse • -Organizing Downtown business trick'r'treat with Methodist Church. Let us know if you're interested in participating this year. • Visit Seward.com/events for a full list and dates/times Upcoming Events • Start up Week is Nov. 14 to Nov. 22. A finalized schedule of events will be released soon. • Pacific Marine Expo is Nov. 16 to Nov. 19. The Chamber is once again hosting a booth and will be joined by representatives from the Seward Harbor, Alaska Railroad, and AVTEC. • Shop Small Weekend planning is in full swing for Nov. 26 to Nov. 29 - if you're a business interested in participating let us know. If you're a shopper, stay tuned for all the fun ways to participate while shopping locally this holiday season. • Working with the city on a Winter Wonderland.. Also planning NYE fireworks again. What do you think - 6 PM or Midnight? Marketing • See the attached YTD visitation data. We saw an increase in visitation over 2020 and 2021, but a drop from 2019. Interestingly our in -state visitation was low again but they're staying longer. o Will use this data to create a sustainable marketing plan for 2023 and beyond. • 2023 Visitor Guide Design is well underway. We're tweaking it towards perfection. Any feedback is welcomed and appreciated! Will be sent to print late November. • Reworking our itineraries on Seward.com to include times/locations to set expectations for those on a tight schedule. • Expanding our shoulder season marketing & events - winter weekends, Christmas in Seward. • Sending over 5,000 visitor guides to travel planners in Lower 48 Sew«rd SEWARD AREA PLACES TO STAY Hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, cabins and cottages Visit these Seward Chamber member establishments? (Be sure to call ahead to confirm vacancies) HARBOR 360 HOTEL 1412 4th Ave • (907) 224-2550 BREEZE INN 503 N Harbor St - (907) 224-5237 LODGES AND RESORTS SEWARD MILITARY RESORT 2305 Dimond Rd • (907) 224-5559 TRAIL LAKE LODGE Mile 29.5 Seward Hwy • (907) 288-5101 VACATION RENTALS ANGEL'S REST ON RESURRECTION BAY 15725 Beach Dr • (907) 224-7578 Large Group Accommodations, call for more info FISHER'S HIDEAWAY (907) 312-7660 SAUERDOUGH LODGING 225 4th Ave - (907) 422-7125 SPRUCE LODGE 31851 Herman Leirer Road • (907) 699-9845 CAMPGROUNDS SEWARD WATERFRONT CAMPGROUND Waterfront • (907) 224-4055 MOOSE PASS CAMPGROUND 34984 Seward Hwy • (907) 802 1030 r+�13IiL+'��•l>�I BEACH HOUSE ALASKA 14065 Beach Car • (907) 501-8612 BOX CANYON CABINS 31515 Lois Way • (907) 224-5046 SALTED ROOTS 13690 Beach Dr • (907) 599-0533 MOUNTAIN TOP CABIN 52312 Blying Sound Ct • (907) 362-1741 MILLANE'S SERENITY BY THE SEA 14000 Shady Ln • (608) 652-9115 BED & BREAKFASTS ARCTIC PARADISE B&B 6th Ave • (907) 491-1255 STONEY CREEK INN 53452 Stoney Creek - (907) 224-3940 NORTHERN NIGHTS B&B 225 6th Ave • (907) 224--3080 SEWARD FRONT ROW B&B 223 Ballaine Blvd • (907) 224-3080 Jpdcted 09/262022 8 SEWARD DINING AT A GLANCE Visit these Seward Chamber member establishments! (Be sure to call ahead to confirm hours of operation} HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BOAT HARBOR, SEWARD HWY & BEYOND APOLLO RESTAURANT 13 RAVENS COFFEE & BOOKS 229 41h Ave • (907) 224-3092 411 Port Ave Greek bus+on, p,zzo, seafood, pasta & steak A caffeinated literary experience THE HIG14LINER 303 Adams St • (907) 224-3950 ALASKA SEAFOOD GRILL Amencon home cooking 1321 4th Ave - (907) 422-0458 Seafood, burgers & sides FRONTIER TRADING POST 233 4th '•; 9071 491-1416 THE BREEZE INN RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 303 N Harbor St • (907) 224-5237 THE LONE CHIC HARRON TAQUFRIA American cutsrne & sports bar 215 i +h A•:a • (907) 422 -0.100 Mex+can str€rea facas, paietas & more LE BARNE APPETIT 117&, c: !_ �,it Glacier Road x (907) 224-5237 MS. GENES PLACE _r, i,e ,,.)r Waffles & more 221 5th Avenue • (907) 422-0400 Charming re5oovront & gar MUDD MUTT PRIMROSE PROVISIONS 11748 Se.: ord Hwy • (I%.77) 224-5282 501 Ra,lroocl Ave 5u,t B Drive-throuc,, .: , ff, a R 1 t breakfast/lunch Makers Market, Charcoterre and Wrne bar RANTING RAVEN SEWARD$ CUP 2M 4th Ave • (907) 224.2228 IR15 Seward Hwy • (907) 744-6444 Espresso & sweet treats Drive -through coffee & espresso drinks RESURRECT ART COFFEE HOUSE SEWARD SUBWAY 320 3rd Ave • (907) 224-7161 307 S Harbor 5t • (907) 224-7165 Espresso & fresh bakery goods Sandwiches, scups, chips & cookies SEWARD ALEHOUSE 215 4th Ave • (907) 224-2557 SALTWOOD SMOKEHOUSE Beer, wine & spirits 2101 Seward Hwy • (907) 491-0189 Smoked Goods and Fish Processing SWEET DARLINGS 205 4th Ave • (907) 224-3011 Artisonal fudge, gala to & espresso WOODY'S THAI KITCHEN 800 4th Ave • (907) 422-03M ;',;,,i*ntic Thai ct,�, :!�,. THE FLAMINGO LOUNGE �teckhous.e. Harhut B Cdcktciis THE YUKON BAR CHAMBER 201 4th Ave • (907) 224-5063 Beer, wine & spirits IUDY"S CAFE 501 Railway Ave • (907) 224-4710 Sandwiches, soups cakes & coffee Updated September 27, 2022 9 SEWARD AREA THINGS TO DO Local activities, excursions & attractions Visit these Seward Chamber member establishments! &e e�•e •i.> -:i is iitsnd •r.>.-n-lire h.:,un of cne. pxgpl ATTRACTIONS ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS THE ALASKA SEALIFE CENTER ADVENTURE 60 NORTH 501 Railway Ave - (9071 224.6300 Y872 Hermon Loire, Rd - (907) 274.2600 Public aquarium & marine research renter Exit Glacier shuttle, gold panning, _q(' rr rental SEWARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY & MUSEUM ALASKA BA.CKCOUNTRY ACCESS 239 6th Ave • (907) 224-4082 (;0' J '35-3600 Taxi or Cod Public library w/wih & resiraoms Snow mobile rours, ski lours, heir-sl: SEWARD HISTORIC WALKING TOUR GONE AGAIN CHARTERS Self -guided tour detorlmg the history of Saword 901-362-I385 SEWARD MANNER 5 AMA40RIAL www. goneagoincharters cam Saward boat harbor--Liplonds lr, horror the Seward morn — wha 1— lass their hoes JASOWS GUIDE SERVICE 907-551-5056 SEWARD MURAL WALKING TOUR >urdod lour of the Mural Capital of Alaska MAJOR MARINE TOURS 1412 Sri, ps, -!907) 224-8050 ART GALLERIES & SHOPPING t-,,,y rv-{:'e Y,Idlife Cruise FORESTS, TIDES & TREASURES KENAI FJORD TOURS 1317 4th Ave - (907) 831-1995 1304 4th Ave - (907) 224-8M Spring Grey Whale Wildlife Cnose FRONTIER TRADING POST 253 4th Ave - (907) 491-1416 KENAI BACKCOLKTRY ADVENTURES 11724 Seward Highway Sulte A GYPSEA TREASURE TRUNK (907)551-4192 216 4th Ave • (907) 599-0506 NORTH PACIFIC EXPEDITIONS IRVIN POTTERY 206-886-8107 214527 Rainforest Cir • (907) 224-3534 svww.northpoertrcexpeditionx.Com RESURRECT ART COFFEE HOUSE ART GALLERY NORTHERN LATITUDE ADVENTURES 320 3rd Ave • (907) 224-7161 907 422 0432 narthemlatltudeodventures- corn THE RANTING RAVEN 228 4th Ave - (907) 224 -2228 SILVERTON MOUNTAIN GUIDES 907-850-1122 SEWN B COZY www. srlvertonmountornguedes.com 211 4th Ave • (907) 224-7647 SEWARD AK BOAT RENTALS www-sewordakbootrental.com THE TUFTED PUFFIN Full-servico private boat rentals 216 4th Ave - (90/1 22.1 2222 SEWARD OCEAN EXCURSIONS TREELINE DESIGN STUDIO Seward Boat Harbor Slip M- 3 - (907) 599-0499 216 4th Ave Unit] • ;907) 5910-9021 Private boat tours of Resurrection Boy & KFNP TWIGS AND TWEEDS SEWARD PARKS & RECREATION (907) 362-r0626 City Annex Building 410 Adams • (907) 224 4054 http.//Www.twigsor.dtweeds.Cam Rentok: fca skares, Sieds, Snnw tubes, snow shoes UKANUi1T ALASKA WILDLIFE CONSERVATION CENTER 339 Sth Ave • (907) 224-5268 Mile ; 9 - ,e ::::t i;w, • (,tJ'! '8�2025 Wildlife s:rr r i..rr v, r .,rs & eouconon center URBACH'S 218 ash Ave - (907) 224-5088 SPA, HEALTH & WELLNESS ALCOEMY WELLNESS ADVANCED HEALING & MEDICAL MASSAGE 500 Ado" St. Swhr 2CG • �107; 491 018j. 21h .1•4, Av* 414 • `; .. ... Acupunc"@' herbarrad,c: ne energe+:'cs Hearth. ANCHOR. SUMMIT WELLNESS CLINIC 9TH AVE FITNESS 907 Nrd Ave Ilrit :: c . '0 0 987-3213 251 5th Are • I � J:- : _ Hobslrc tivahit dnic. oc�.: �.,•�c'urch mmuol rhrrapias Gym w,/weighrS C ,. "' —..i . r— .. KARA TROG LIN YOGA RETREAT DAY SPA & SALON online & nY °EP t • ;31.7; 944 258952 SG0 4th Aye • ;Y'!l7} 214..5225 Updated9/21/22 Fr•vafe 8 anr:ne c'osses & ee.nrs Nerr�ry srr+nn roeiyw o,rt 8 s�pp5ex 10 Overview 8 Unique Visitors Visitor Days Spent Avg Trip Length Number of Trips 1,104,081 16,920,003 4.187 4,067,852 In -State 115,167 Out -of -State 988,914 In -State 4,256,399 Out -of -State 12,663,604 In -State 4.161611 Out -of -State 4.158500 In -State 1,022,687 Out -of -State 3,045,164 Visitation Year to Date Visitor Trend ry DOG In -State Out -of -State 2022 Unique Vis.. 28,195 213,254 Visitor Da.. 527,974 1,596,894 2021 Unique Vis.. 27,935 191,858 Visitor Da.. 422,262 1,721,306 02018 02019 02020 02021 020 2020 Unique Vis.. 42,137 145,288 Visitor Da.. 563,583 1,035,619 Trip Length Weekday vs Weekend 2019 Unique Vis.. 49,070 314,353 Visitor Da.. 692,861 2,078,927 0 1 day 2 days 15,000 0 ^ n n 2018 Unique Vis.. 45,067 294,783 Visitor Da.. 567,317 1,727,398 5+da s y 1day �3days 4 days 5+days o rN 10,000 w i 5,000 a Visitors by State 4 days 0 2 days Su M T W Th F Sa Top POI's States Top Markets � QP 21.53q 4 Airport 11,673,431 Alaska 115,167 Attractions 7,577,224 California 92,829 Texas 82,890 W5. Seward AK 5,273,574 Washington 63,947 Train Station 239,243 Florida 57,767 O'.95q ©M.pb-QoSM Visitor Center 153,937 Minnesota 32,810 City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes October 5, 2022 Volume, Page CALL TO ORDER The October 5, 2022 regular meeting of the Port and Commerce Advisory Board was called to order at 12:00 p.m. by Vice Chair Linda Paquette. OPENING CEREMONY Linda Paquette led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. ROLL CALL There were present: u,..,adii O'Reaga presiding; and Lynda Paquette (presiding) Cam Fred Woelkers comprising a quorum of the Board; and Stephen Sowell, Assistant City Manager Norm Regis, Harbormaster Kris Peck, Deputy City Clerk Excused — O'Reagan, Hughes Absent — None Bruce Jaffa Benjamin Smith Dwayne Atwood CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING — None APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Motion (Jaffa /Atwood) Motion Passed Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda Unanimous The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items: Approve the September 7, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS Proclamations & Awards — None iM City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes October 5, 2022 Volume, Page Administration Report. Assistant City Manager Stephen Sowell reported that on September 26, 2022, city council held a special meeting where R&M Consultants presented their feasibility study on the SMIC Bench subdivision. City council appreciated the study, but elected to table the project for the time being. On September 28th, 2022, Victus Advisors made two presentations on the proposed community recreation center. He recommended all interested parties watch the Victus presentation to city council on the city's YouTube channel. Sowell continued that the Coast Guard was interested in having an increased presence in Seward that included an icebreaker. The Coast Guard was in the process of doing a housing evaluation survey in Seward. In regard to the Heat Loop Ad -Hoc Committee, Sowell commented that the committee would automatically expire at the end of this year. He asked the board if they felt there was a need to continue the Ad -Hoc Committee into 2023. Paquette responded they would discuss adding it to their list of priorities and goals. Jaffa said he followed the Victus Advisors presentation on the community recreation center and the noted the citizen attendance was very high and overwhelmingly supportive. He asked if the staffing costs were included in the estimates for the daycare options. Sowell responded it was assumed that a third -parry entity would lease out the space and run the daycare. Harbormaster Norm Regis reported the city harbor department was fully staffed again. He expected to find out soon about the Port Infrastructure Development Grant for the harbor washdown pad. Jaffa commended the harbormaster for having a full staff while so many other organizations were struggling with staffing issues. Regis responded the harbor department had a good turnout of local applicants and housing was not an issue for any of them. Woelkers asked where the Coast Guard icebreaker would be located. Regis responded the blue coal facility would be removed to make room for the icebreaker. Regis continued that Seward was one of the top four locations along with Anchorage, Ketchikan, and Juneau. He felt Seward was a strong contender for being the chosen location for the Coast Guard icebreaker. Other Reports and Announcements Alaska Railroad Report. Port Operations Manager Dwayne Atwood said they were entering their shutdown phase after the 2022 cruise ship season and the terminal building would shift over to public use. Catalyst marine had been involved in a steel fabrication project on the freight dock all summer and they were wrapping up soon. The future dock expansion would allow for more spacious work areas for everyone who needed to use the dock. In regard to the Coast Guard icebreaker, the water depth by the coal facility location was 52 feet deep and would serve the needs of a good-sized ice breaker. Atwood also wanted to mention that both he and Norm Regis attended 13 City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes October S, 2022 Volume, Page the Alaska Association of Harbormasters and Port Administrators conference. The conference was originally scheduled to be held in Nome, but due to severe storms it was relocated to Anchorage. Atwood reported that a lot of communities and ports around Alaska had been struggling with extreme weather events this year. Presentations — None NEW BUSINESS Other New Business Items Discuss the 2023 PACAB Priorities Sowell wanted to revise the current PACAB reporting schedule to allow for budget requests to city council. Any requests for appropriation of funds needed to happen in the fall months in order for council to pass priorities that required funding. PACAB discussed their priorities and goals. Sowell confirmed the result of the discussion would be an actionable resolution brought to the next PACAB meeting. Discuss PACAB Attendance at AML in December Paquette asked if any board members would like to go to the conference in December. Woelkers expressed interest in attending. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS PACAB Meeting Schedule PACAB Priorities & Goals CITIZEN COMMENTS —None BOARD AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS & RESPONSE TO CITIZEN COMMENTS Sowell thanked PACAB for their good work at today's meeting. Smith wanted to recognize the amount of work that went into the Victus Advisors feasibility study for a recreation center. The coast guard potential in town was also very exciting. He thanked PACAB for a good meeting. 14 City of Seward, Alaska Port and Commerce Advisory Board Meeting Minutes October 5, 2022 Volume, Page Jaffa said he appreciated the city's efforts for the feasibility studies on the recreation center and the SMIC Bench housing idea. Both ideas were controversial and he appreciated all public discussion as well. PACAB was looking toward the future and there was bound to be some growing pains with big changes or development. Atwood appreciated PACAB's wide range of discussion and topics, but also wanted to get down to tackling actionable items for administration and council. Paquette wanted to thank the O'Reagan for the work she did on the priorities & goals portion of the packet. She thanked everyone at the meeting for their time and energy. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 1:59 p.m. Kris Peck Deputy City Clerk (City Seal) Linda Paquette Vice Chair W Resolution 2022-007 Documents: • Agenda Statement • Resolution 2022-007 • Boards & Commissions Reporting Schedule 2023 U11 City Council Agenda Statement Meeting Date: November 2, 2022 To: Port and Commerce Advisory Board From: Stephen Sowell, Assistant City Manager Agenda Item: Resolution 2022-007: Adopting The Port And Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) Priorities For The Calendar Year 2023 Background and justification: Annually, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board establishes their priorities. During PACAB's October 5 regular meeting, the Board reviewed and updated the 2023 Priorities List and the priorities and goals listed in this resolution reflect the discussion during that meeting. Each year, PACAB uses this resolution to fulfill their code requirements discussed in 2.30.325-Powers and Duties. Upon approval, this resolution will be sent to City Council for their review and approval. Once the resolution is approved by City Council, PACAB will develop their 2023 schedule and calendar based on the finalized priority list. Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information This legislation is consistent with: Comprehensive Plan: 3.1 Economic Development, 3.5 Port and Harbor Development Strategic Plan: Other: Certification of Funds Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0 This legislation (✓): Creates revenue in the amount of: $ Creates expenditure in amount of: $ Creates a savings in the amount of: $ X Has no fiscal impact: Funds are (✓): Budgeted Line item(s): Not budgeted X Not applicable Finance Signature: Attorney Review,/ Administration Recommendation RYes X Adopt Resolution X Not applicable Other: 17 Sponsored by: PACAB CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD RESOLUTION 2022-007 A RESOLUTION OF THE PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, ADOPTING THE PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD (PACAB) PRIORITIES FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2023 WHEREAS, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board's (PACAB) responsibilities are listed in SCC§ 2.30.325 Powers and Duties: and WHEREAS, the PACAB works on a variety of commerce, harbor, port, and economic development issues in the greater Seward area; and WHEREAS, at their November 2, 2022 meeting, PACAB reviewed and updated their Priorities List: and WHEREAS, with the passage of this resolution, PACAB recommends Council adoption of the 2023 Priority List. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, that: Section 1. The following List of Priorities for calendar year 2023 is hereby approved: PRIORITIES I. Explore and promote energy alternatives and community sustainability practices 2. Promote quality of life for Seward residents 3. Monitor and provide feedback on utility infrastructure and its ability to support economic growth 4. Conduct an annual review of vessel property tax and provide recommendations to Council. 5. Update Seward Boat Harbor Plan 6. Review Harbor Tariff 7. Send a member to Alaska Municipal League Conference 8. Monitor and provide input for the SMIC Development Plan 9. Monitor Fisheries issues impacting our community 10. Advise and support the Seward Chamber of Commerce in their city marketing role 11. Review the City of Seward legislative priorities for input regarding port and commerce issues 18 CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2022-007 GOALS I.Facilitate the creation of an infrastructure that monitors advancements, supports and educates the community regarding renewable and alternative energy sources. o Short term goals- 2023 ■ Building on the heat loop project, facilitate a gathering of people and entities engaged in sustainable energy ■ Discuss the possibility of a standing committee to address and handle sustainable energy issues 2. Increase awareness of hurdles facing economic growth in Seward o Short term goals — 2023 ■ Facilitate a community meeting to discuss and publish housing, healthcare, education gaps in the community 3. Increase revenue generated by SMIC development by 20% o Short term goals — 2023 ■ Determine city revenue generated by the current and future SMIC development ■ Investigate potential hurdles to increasing growth in SMIC ■ Determine if identified hurdles are within the purview of this committee Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board of the City of Seward, Alaska this 2nd day of November, 2022. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Brandii O'Reagan, Chair iM CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2022-007 ATTEST: Kris Peck, Deputy City Clerk (City Seal) 20 Kris Peck From: Brenda Ballou Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 9:45 AM To: bballou@cityofseward.net ('bballou@cityofseward.net') ('bballou@cityofseward.net') Cc: Janette Bower; Stephen Sowell; Jason Bickling; Bailey Sayler Subject: Board & Commission Reporting to City Council in 2023 TO: P&Z, PACAB & HP At last night's council meeting, city council approved all boards and commissions to deliver reports in 2023 the same as in 2022 — FYI: 2023 SCHEDULE for BOARD & COMMISSIONS REPORTS TO COUNCIL 1Q Report in person at a council meeting 2Q Submit written report to city clerk for inclusion in council packet 3Q Report in person at a council meeting 4Q Submit written report to city clerk for inclusion in council packet Thanks, Brenda BRENDA J. BALLOU, MMC (SHE/HER) CITY CLERK PRESIDENT, ALASKA ASSOCIATION OF MUNICIPAL CLERKS PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER NOTARY PUBLIC PHONE (907) 224-4045 CITY OF SEWARD TA Ki fl� 1 21 Resolution 2022-008 Documents: • Agenda Statement • Resolution 2022-008 • Attachments: o Seward Boat Harbor Plan o Harbor Condition Survey PACAB Agenda Statement Meeting Date: November 2, 2022 To: Port and Commerce Advisory Board From: Norm Regis, Harbormaster Agenda Item: PACAB Resolution 2022-008: Recommending City Council Approval Of The Seward Boat Harbor Plan Background and justification: Since December 3, 2014, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) has been working with city staff to develop an updated plan for the Seward Boat Harbor. The most recent plan, the Seward Boat Harbor Plan Guide, was approved by the Seward City Council by City Council Resolution 2014-091 on December 8, 2014. Since 2014, numerous improvements have been completed and the time is right to plan for more changes and improvements to the harbor. The new plan is intended to serve policy makers and advisers as a general information source and as a tool for prioritization and funding justification for the development and upgrade of the Seward Boat Harbor. Previous plans have not included upland commercial and transportation interests or concerns; this plan proposed to adopt a more all-inclusive view incorporating those elements as well. As part of the development of the proposed new plan, PACAB has conducted a public meeting that have been occasionally well -attended by interested citizens and harbor users. There has also been media coverage on certain topics. The new plan lists the projects that have been already accomplished. The plan incorporates lessons learned during previous construction projects. With very little consultant assistance, the plan describes possible future projects, both in the near - term and in the long-term. After adoption, the plan will from time to time need revision and updates as needs and opportunities appear, and as projects identified as priorities are completed. Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information This legislation is consistent with (citation listed): Comprehensive Plan: Encourage a thriving port of Seward through harbor improvements, infrastructure expansion, and implementation of management plans. Strategic Plan: We are a community thatpromotes economic diversity, encourage growth of year-round businesses, desires environmentally -responsible industry, and seeks jobs that promote a higher standard of living. Other: 23 Certification of Funds Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ This legislation (✓): Creates revenue in the amount of: $ Creates expenditure in amount of: $ Creates a savings in the amount of: $ x Has no fiscal impact Funds are (✓): Budgeted Line item(s): Not budgeted x Not applicable unassigned Fund Balance and Available Unrestricted Cash Balance Information Fund (✓): General SMIC Boat Harbor Parking Motor Pool Other Unassigned Fund Balance*: $ Available Unrestricted Cash Balance*: $ Electric Wastewater Water Healthcare *unaudited numbers Finance Director Signature: Attorney Review RV Yes Attorney Signature: Not applicable Comments: Administration Recommendation ✓ Approve Resolution Other: 24 Sponsored by: Regis CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD RESOLUTION 2022-008 A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD (PACAB), RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE SEWARD BOAT HARBOR PLAN WHEREAS, the Seward City Council approved the Seward Boat Harbor Plan on December 8, 2014; and WHEREAS, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) has been working since December 3, 2014 with city staff to continue updating and improving the Seward Boat Harbor Plan; and WHEREAS, the new plan is intended to serve policy makers and advisers as a general information source and as a tool for prioritization and funding justification for the development and upgrade of the Seward Boat Harbor; and WHEREAS, Previous plans have not included upland commercial and transportation interests or concerns; this plan proposed to adopt a more all-inclusive view; and WHEREAS, the plan describes possible future projects, both in the near -term and in the long-term. After adoption, the plan will from time to time need revision and updates as needs and opportunities appear, and as projects identified as priorities are completed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY BOARD OF THE CITY OF SEWARD ALASKA that: Section 1. PACAB recommends City Council approval of the up date d Seward Boat Harbor Plan. Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PASSED AND APPROVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 2nd day of November, 2022. W CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2022-008 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ATTEST: Kris Peck Deputy City Clerk (City Seal) THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA Brandii O'Reagan, Chair `1- Seward Boat Harbor November 2, 2022 Prepared for The Port and Commerce Advisory Board of The City of Seward, Alaska 27 Seward Boat Harbor Plan Summary This document is intended to serve policy makers and advisers as a general information source and as a tool for prioritization and funding justification for the development and upgrade of the Seward Boat Harbor. In its final adopted form, the plan will have been through the public process at different steps, including meetings before the Port and Commerce Advisory Board and the Seward City Council. After adoption, the plan will from time to time need revision and updates as needs and opportunities appear, and as projects identified as priorities are completed. In the decade since the previous plan was adopted, much has been accomplished in the Harbor. The eastward expansion added slips to help meet demand for users on the wait list, and added developable uplands south of the harbor. The improvements at I and T docks provided needed structural improvements. The Boat Lift has been replaced, a new dock constructed, and the adjacent uplands improved. The fuel dock and X-Float have been redone, and a new Z-float constructed along the relocated eastern breakwater. D-Float has been replaced, A, B, C, S, G, K and L-float has been replaced along with the North East Launch Ramp and South Launch Ramp. The Harbormaster Office public restrooms and showers have been updated. The City Code Chapter addressing Harbor uses has been rewritten through several public hearing at Port and Commerce Advisory Board and City Council meetings. Capital projects awaiting funding further detailed within this plan include, a washdown pad by the 50ton boatlift, electric services on X-Float, slip build out along Z-float, and location and construction of a 5 ton public crane on I -dock, a new harbormasters office and the South Harbor uplands development. Previous plans have not included upland commercial and transportation interests or concerns; this plan proposed to adopt a more all-inclusive view incorporating those elements as well. 28 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction.............................................................................................................43 1.1 General ................................................................................................................ 44 1.2 Plan Approach ....................................................................................................... 5 2.0 Regional Description ................................................................................................. 2.1 Brief History .......................................................................................................... 2.2 Location--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------67 2.3 Climate ................................................................................................................ 67 2.4 Winds .................................................................................................................. 48 2.5 Tides....................................................................................................................68 2.6 Waves...................................................................................................................78 2.7 Ice........................................................................................................................79 2.8 Land Use and Ownership.....................................................................................59 3. 0 Existing Harbor Facilities.......................................................................................59 3.1 The Boat Harbor-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------�9 3.2 Seward Marine Industrial Center(SMIC)......................................................... 4-4-12 4.0 The Development Plan---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-4-12 4.1 Economic Evaluation and Harbor statistics...................................................... 4-4-12 4.2 Corps of Engineers Role..................................................................................4-415 4.3 Development Criteria--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4-415 4.4 Float System Layout----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------. 1416 4.5 Float System Utilities ........................................................................ 4.920 4.6 Gangways and Trestles.................................................................. ...................21 4.7 Launch Ramps ................................................................................................. 2422 4.8 Parking Areas--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2422 4.9 TraveLiftO and Maintenance Area................................................................... -q23 - 4.10Public Crane .............................................................................. 2-223 4.11 Wash Down Facility -------------------------------------------------------------------......�23 4.12 Drive Down Float .................................................. ...... ...........................-q23 4.13 Tidal Grid .......................................................................................................... 23 4.14 Fish Cleaning Facilities .................................................................................. 3324 4.15 Restroom Facilities ........................................................................................ 2324 4.16 ADA Accessible Fishing Pier......................................................................... 2324 4.17 Harbormaster's Office and Shop.................................................................... 3324 5.0 Accessibility ......................................................................................................... 5.1 Background-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------.2425 5.2 Accessible Routes---------------------------------------------------------------------------.2425 29 5.3 Boat Slips-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------.2425 5.4 Upland Facilities............................................................................. 2-526 6.0Plan Implementation ................................................................ --......... 26 dices Appendix A Drawings and Cost Estimates: • Z Float Laterals J, U V, and W Floats) Appendix B Commercial Fishing Vessels home -ported in Seward Appendix C City of Seward, Alaska, Resolution 2014-091 30 1.0 Introduction 1.1 General The Seward Boat Harbor (see next page) is a significant aspect of the overall commercial and economic picture of the City of Seward. The existing harbor was constructed immediately following the 1964 earthquake and had minimal upgrades until 1998. At that time, the harbor was owned by the State of Alaska, but operated by the City. In June 1998 the Seward City Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate a transfer of the harbor and all of the associated improvements from the State of Alaska to the City of Seward. The deal was approved by the City Council on February 8, 1999 including a $3.1 Million payment to the City for maintenance. This was a onetime payment associated with the transfer of the facility and not part of the Harbor Facility Grant Program. At the time the deal was made, the City knew that the $3.1 Million payment was insufficient to make necessary improvements. The City has used various ways to fund harbor improvements: bond borrowing, special user fees (such as the Capital Repair and Replacement fee and Passenger Facility fee), federal appropriations, and state grants. During the years 2005-2007 the City sold approximately $8 Million in bonds to fund harbor improvements. As of December202I, approximately $1.8 Million in borrowed principal remains to be repaid. In 2006, the Alaska Legislature established a new 50/50 matching grant program called the Harbor Facility Grant Program, (Reference Alaska Statute AS 29.60.800) handled by the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. The grant program was established in order to provide financial assistance to municipal or regional housing authority owned harbor facilities. This grant program is funded on an annual basis at the discretion of the Alaska Legislature and consists of two tiers, Tier I and II. The first tier has priority and consists of major maintenance and repair of a harbor facility that was previously owned by the state and now is locally owned. The second tier consists of all other harbor facilities and those harbor facilities which have already received a Tier I grant. A harbor facility may only receive one Tier I grant but is eligible for multiple Tier 11 grants. Seward used the Tier 11 approach to replace D Float in 2013-2014. The B, C, S, and a portion of G Float Replacement grant application was submitted as a Tier I project and was completed in 2016, G, K and the remainder of G-float utilized the Tier 11 grant and was completed in 2022. The development plan provides the present view for the future harbor. Most features will be implemented at some time in the future as need, priority and funding dictate. 1.2 Plan Approach 0 This updates and revises the 2016 Seward Boat Harbor Plan. The Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) worked with City staff to revise and update this new plan. Discussion of the plan by PACAB was advertised in the local media. Public comment was solicited at the PACAB meetings. 2.0 Regional Description MOCa 11G 10 04-11-Ax M■MA::0: a ;E w Po nano ANNEL � t� _1`� RAJ �C�A AON 2.1 Brief History LEGEND Russian fur trader and explorer Alexander Baranof named Resurrection Bay in 1792. While sailing from Kodiak to Yakutat, he found unexpected shelter in this bay from a storm. He named the bay Resurrection because it was the Russian Sunday of the Resurrection. The City of Seward was named for U.S. Secretary of State William Seward, 1861-69, who negotiated the purchase of Alaska from Russia during the Lincoln administration. In the 1890s, Capt. Frank Lowell arrived with his family. In 1903, John and Frank Ballaine and a group of settlers arrived to begin construction of a railroad. Seward became an incorporated City in 1912. The Alaska Railroad was constructed between 1915 and 1923, and Seward developed as an ocean terminus and supply center. By 1960, Seward was the largest community on the Kenai Peninsula. Tsunamis generated during the 1964 earthquake destroyed the railroad terminal and killed several residents. After the 6 [cYa earthquake, Sewardites rebuilt and the harbor was moved to its current location. During the 2000's the harbor expanded to the east and south. Beginning in 1980, the City acquired and developed the Seward Marine Industrial Center. Kenai Fjords National Park was also designated at that time. The development of the cruise ship industry and improvements to the Seward Highway have brought thousands of additional tourists to Seward. And, as an ice -free harbor, Seward has become an important supply center for Interior Alaska. With the threat of global climate change it is expected that Seward's role as a gateway to the Arctic will continue to grow. 2.2 Location The City of Seward is situated in the northwest corner of Resurrection Bay, a north -south fjord 19 miles long and 3 miles wide opening to the Gulf of Alaska, and on the southeast coast of the Kenai Peninsula, 125 highway miles south of Anchorage. Resurrection Bay depths exceed 150 fathoms (900 feet) and the mountains on either side rise to elevations more than 4000 feet above sea level. The City lies at the foot of Mount Marathon and is the gateway to the Kenai Fjords National Park. It lays at approximately 6010T N Latitude, 1491 26'W Longitude (the harbor itself is within Section 3, Township 1 South, Range 1 West, Seward Meridian). The area of the city encompasses 15 sq. miles of land and 7 sq. miles of water. 2.3 Climate The sub -arctic maritime climate at Seward is characterized by relatively mild winters and summers. The average temperature is 25 F in winter and 62 F in the summer. A monthly climatic summary is shown in Table 1. Table 1— Monthly Climate Summary, Seward, Alaska Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Annual Average Max. Temperature 30.0 32.8 36.9 44.4 52.1IHH[HI 31.5IE4�, (F) Average Min. Temperature 20.0Idl 25.0 31.8 38.8 45.3 HH 43.6HL 26.3H 34.0 (F) Average Total Precipitation 6.13 5.78 3.73 4.03 3.88 2.27 2.63 5.19 10.4 9.99 7.10 7.58 68.72 (in.) Average Total 11�]E3DEAL�HHL�DE�Hd 84.4 Snowfall (in.) Source: Western Region Climate Center 33 2.4 Winds Winds at Seward are effectively aligned north -south with the topography of Resurrection Bay. Winds are predominately northerly from October to March shifting to southerly in June and July and back to northerly by October. The Corps of Engineers harbor expansion feasibility report indicates a 50-year recurrence interval design wind for wave analysis of 63 miles per hour. This data was similar to that found by R & M Engineers (2012) 50-year sustained winds 59 miles per hour (51.5 knots). The ocean swell enters Resurrection Bay and builds up from the south. Winds over 35 knots from the north are common during the winter months with southerly winds of 6 to 15 knots, occasionally higher, during the summer months. Strong winds can occur from either the north or south at any time of the year. 2.5 Tides Tides at Seward have a mean range of 8.3 feet and a diurnal range of 10.6 feet, causing tidal currents of 1 (flood) to 1.7 (ebb) knots. Tide levels, referenced to mean lower low water (MLLW) are shown in Table 2. Extreme high tide levels result from the combination of astronomic tides and rise in local water levels due to atmospheric and wave conditions. Table 2 — Tidal Data, Seward, Alaska Tide Elevation (feet) Highest Observed Water Level +15.70 Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) +10.63 Mean High Water (MHW) + 9.71 Mean Sea Level (MSL) + 5.56 Mean Tide Level (MTL) + 5.55 Mean Low Water (MLW) + 1.38 Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) 0.00 Lowest Observed Water Level — 5.00 Source: NOAA, National Ocean Service Station# 9455090 2.6 Waves Measured wave data is not available for the Seward area. As reported in the Corps of Engineers boat harbor expansion feasibility report, the following general statements appear applicable to the wave climate a. Wave heights of 4 to 6 feet are the maximum observed by longtime local residents (in the vicinity of the existing harbor). 34 b. "Typical' wave periods range from about 3 to 6 seconds. c. Local residents and recorded data indicate waves from the south-southeast predominate. d. Long -period swells from the open ocean do not impact the existing harbor area. (Long period waves DO impact the marine industrial center on the east side of the bay.) The Corps feasibility report wave analysis completed in 1998 found that a 6.2-foot wave height and a 4.6 second period design wave should be used for breakwater structure design. Waves of approximately 3 feet in the vicinity of the boat harbor are common with southerly summer winds. 2.7 Ice Resurrection Bay is ice free throughout the year. The existing harbor does not freeze up, although skim ice does form occasionally around the perimeter of the harbor during the coldest winter months. 2.8 Land Use and Ownership In addition to the City owned land surrounding the boat harbor, the Alaska Railroad owns significant private land that is leased to both commercial and industrial businesses. The AKRR is currently pushing to enlarge their freight dock and also pursue further development opportunities. 3. 0 Existing Harbor Facilities 3.1 The Boat Harbor The original harbor was authorized by Congress in 1930 and later modified by Congress in 1935. The authorization provided for a 4.75-acre basin at a —12.5 MLLW depth protected by a south breakwater 580 feet long and a north breakwater 950 feet long. Construction began in 1931. The authorization was modified in 1954 to raise the elevation of the south breakwater and add tow pile breakwaters at the entrance to the basin. This project was completely destroyed by the 1964 earthquake. The Rivers and Harbors Act, 19 August 1964, provided for the relocation and reconstruction of a 12.45-acre harbor with entrance channel at —15 feet MLLW protected by two rock mound breakwaters of 1060 and 1750 feet, with future provision for expansion. Reconstruction began in August 1964 incrementally as other waterfront projects were constructed. The project was completed in November 1965. The northwest corner of the present basin (from approximately F Float northward on the west side of the basin) is a locally constructed basin expansion. The harbor was expanded to the east when the breakwater was relocated approximately 400 feet to the east by the Corps of Engineers. Several floods have affected the harbor since construction. The event with the most impact was the fall flood in 1995 when approximately 23,000 cubic yards of material entered the harbor, primarily in the northeast corner covering the tidal grid. Approximately 20,000 cubic yards were dredged in 1996. The grid was left covered with sediment and abandoned. Many of the existing floats were constructed and installed by the State of Alaska in 1966 through 1973 soon after the basin was completed. X-Float was originally constructed in 1978 and rebuilt in 1996 following its catastrophic failure. A, B and C-Floats had utility upgrades and were re -decked and re -billeted in 1996. These floats including S-float were replaced in 2016, G, K and L-float were replaced in 2022 The City of Seward signed the Transfer of Responsibility Agreement turning the ownership of the float system over to the City (from the State) in February 1999. The Corps of Engineers quitclaim deeded the basin back to the City in November 1999. RECENT EXPANSION & PROJECTS • D Float replaced 2014 • Harbormaster Office Restroom remodel 2013-2014 • Z Float completed 2011 • East I and T dock renovations 2008 • 50 ton lift pit relocation 2008 • SE Harbor Floats (M, N, O, P, Q) completed 2007 • New restrooms at South Harbor 2007 • North Harbor Float Extension 2005 • East Harbor Expansion 2007 • Oil Collection Station Upgrades 2015 • A, B C & S-float 2017 • South Launch Ramp 2018 • North East launch ramp 2022 • G, K & L-float 2022 In 2012 portions of the north harbor, northeast harbor, and harbor entrance were dredged by the Corps of Engineers contractor at a total cost of approximately $1.5 Million consisting of $571,000 of local (primarily Commercial Passenger Vessel) funds and $929,000 in federal funds. In 2013 D Float was designed at cost of $100,000 funded by a Denali Commission Grant. D Float was rebuilt at a cost of $, 2,138,838 (or approximately $38,000 per slip) with the cost split between the City and a State of Alaska Department of Transportation Harbor Facility Grant. Also in 2013 the harbor restrooms were remodeled at a total cost of $130,000 from a state legislative grant. Portions of the north harbor, E, F, H, J and G Floats were replaced with new concrete floats in 2001. An engineer's inspection report dated January 2011 looked at the southwest quadrant of the harbor and found A, D and S Floats in serious or critical condition. Floats B, C, and G were found to be in poor condition, D-float was replaced in 2014, A, B, C and S-float were replaced in 2017, the remainder of G, K & L-float were replaced in 2022. 10 [c% The south launch ramp was replaced in 2018 and the Northeast Launch ramp was replaced in 2022. Table 3 - Harbor Vital Statistics, 10/15/22 Slip Number Length Available 23' 29 32' 306 40' 134 50' 64 75' 8 90, 11 100, 6 150' 2 170' 1 561 total slips 22,223 ft Parallel Over 6,303Feet Total Available Over 28,526 Feet Table 4 - Moorage Available by Float Float Number Length A North 29 26 A South 434 feet B 54 32 C 62 32 D 58 40 E, South 34 50 E, North 24 75, 90, 100 F, South 680 feet F, South 2 75 F, North 30 50 F, T-Head 1 60 G, North 245 feet H 64 40 11 37 H, T- Head 1 90 1 405 feet J 60 32 K South 29 32 K North 460 feet L 390 feet M 16 32 M parallel 264 feet N 30 32 O 30 32 P,South 14 32 P, North 12 40 Q parallel 368 feet R 485 feet S, South 350 feet S, North 350 feet T 790 feet X 6 slips 682 feet Z 4 slips 400 feet 3.2 Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) The most recent Master Plan of the Seward Marine Industrial Center was reviewed and approved in January 2018. As of November 2018 the construction of anew rubble mound breakwater is complete. 4.0 The Development Plan This plan was developed by using the outline of the 2003 Boat Harbor Planning and Development Guide. The changes and updates were prepared by City staff and reviewed by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board and recommended for approval by the City Council. The plan was discussed during a series of public meetings. 4.1 Economic Evaluation and Harbor Statistics General - Seward has transitioned from an economic dependence on resource based markets to a visitor and recreation -based economy. Most economic growth since 1990 has been driven by the visitor industry, with employment in trade, services and transportation growing at a 5.9 percent annual rate, until the recession that began in late 2008. The community has capitalized on its road and railroad connections to Anchorage; its cruise ship terminal (approximately 50 vessels call each summer); and its location as the major access point for visits to the Kenai Fjords National Park and the Chiswell Islands (the most 12 38 visited part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge). Seward's Alaska SeaLife Center is another major visitor attraction. Seward competes for visitors with other South Central Alaska communities: Homer, Kenai, and Whittier. Each town has its own sets of attractions. Commercial fishing remains a significant part of the Seward economy. 2013 proved to be a record breaking year for salmon production in Alaska. The City hopes to be able to bring back some of the commercial fishing vessel activity that has moved away from Seward. The state prison located nearby and other government facilities, including the national park headquarters, are also important year-round employers. Although a major sawmill was opened in 1993, it never became competitive, and has remained closed since 1994. In 2020 the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau estimated there were 1,108 jobs held by Seward residents, and 1,918 employed residents in the 99664 ZIP code, but this total does not reflect seasonal jobs and other Seward jobs that are held by non- residents. Approximately 20% of these jobs are in recreation and hospitality, 20% in the public sector, and another 20% in education, healthcare, and social assistance. The remaining 20% is divided between resource extraction (forestry, fishing, mining), transportation and warehousing, real estate and financial management, and construction, with small percentages of professional/scientific and manufacturing. In recent years, population growth in Seward has been flat. The 2020 population of Seward was 2,812 and the 2012 population was 2,692. Seward gains a portion of its total municipal revenues from its sales tax (4%) and its accommodation tax (4%). The community depends on these revenues to provide services to both residents and visitors. Taxable sales in Seward have trended upward in recent years, from $1.08 million in 2012 to to$9.1 million in 2020. The largest share of sales is within the retail and service sector. Visitor sales, supported by Seward harbor and marine -related activities contribute substantially to overall municipal revenues. The Harbor collects Passenger fees from charter and tour boat operators at the rate of $3.50 per passenger carried. Prior to 2006 the Passenger fee was $1.50 per passenger. All boats in the harbor pay a Capital Repair and Replacement fee depending upon the length of the vessel. Beginning in 2010 the Harbor has received some of the Raw Fish tax. The following graph and table shows the amount of passenger fees collected between 2003 and 2012 along with the Harbor's portion (50%) of the Raw Fish tax in 2011 and 2012: Table 5 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Passenger 1 613,974 607,286 1 668,182 1 637,541 570,984 1 565,302 590,747 163,858 1 609,435 Fee Tourism, recreation and commercial fishing provide substantial support to the community through the boat harbor. Replacement and modernization of the harbor facilities will 13 39 enhance the users experience and increase the harbor's ability to generate support for the community. Current Harbor Use — The 2022 use of the Seward Harbor by vessel owners with a reserved slip is shown in the following summary: Charter boat vessels moored in Seward Harbor There are 129 charter boats paying passenger fees in the Seward harbor. These vessels range in length from 23 feet to 115 feet, with an average of 43 feet. Commercial fishing boats There are 13 commercial fishing vessels moored in Seward harbor. These vessels range in length from 27 feet to 59 feet, with an average of 42.5 feet. Motor vessels moored in Seward Harbor There are 540 motorboats moored in the Seward harbor. These vessels range in length is from 19 feet to 110 feet, with an average of 36.5 feet. Sailboats moored in Seward Harbor There are 150 sailboats moored in the Seward harbor. These vessels range in length is from 23 feet to 54 feet, with an average of 35.3 feet. Tugboats moored in Seward Harbor There are 2 tugs moored in the Seward harbor. The vessels range in length is from 60 to 105 feet, with an average of 82.5 feet. During the winter season a number of tugboats come to Seward for moorage. In 2021-2022 there were 8 tugs tied up for the winter. For the purpose of this plan, the category motor vessels do not include sailboats. Table 6 shows the current waiting list for permanent slips in the Seward harbor and includes 265people. As a result of the pandemic, the last few years have seen an increased interest in outdoor recreation, which has resulted in substantial growth to the harbor wait lists. Since there is an annual fee for remaining on the waiting list, it best represents those people with a commitment to moor in the Seward harbor. However, since the wait for a slip can be several years, many prospective vessel owners are forced to shop for other moorage alternatives. Table 6, Wait List by Slip Length Vessel / Slip Length (ft.) Number of Vessels 14 40 23 9 32 101 40 81 50 53 75 9 90 8 100 4 >105 0 4.2 U. S. Army Corps of Engineers Role Following the 1964 Earthquake federal legislation was adopted that requires that the Corps be primarily responsible for harbor dredging. For example, in 2012, the Corps was the lead agency for maintenance dredging in the harbor and the Harbor paid for dredging the portions of the harbor that were not federally mandated. Another critical Corps -related issue is called Navigational Servitude. In 2014 the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) included new legislative language in Section 6004 that will allow the construction of improvements on the South Harbor Uplands. Waiting for the next CORP maintenance dredge cycle. 4.3 Development Criteria The current layout of the harbor was completed with the east harbor expansion in 2011. The harbor's top challenges are maximizing the use of available moorage slips; replacing ageing docks (COMPLETED); and providing new services. Environmental and Permit Aspects - Permits will be needed through the Corps of Engineers to replace and add floats, trestles and bulkheads and to do any in -water work. Items such as a new grid, fill and dredging and disposal will be the most challenging, because they are considered the most environmentally sensitive. Land Use and Zoning — The City -owned land at the harbor is zoned Harbor Commercial. Adjacent lands are zoned: Park, Industrial, and Auto Commercial. Alaska Railroad - The Alaska Railroad owns land north of the Boat Harbor. The City and Railroad completed a land swap in October 2014 in order to facilitate re -development of the land formerly occupied by the US Coast Guard Shore facility and solidify the City's possession of the easterly breakwater. Boat Storage and Boat Work Yards- There are several privately owned yards at the north end of the Boat Harbor. Maintaining additional vessel storage within proximity of the boat 15 is lift is a continuing challenge. In mid- 2013 the largest boatyard near the harbor closed its operations. There are additional private boat yards in the area, with the largest of those located at Lowell Point. Parking — During the summer the harbor area is one of the most heavily used areas in Seward with regard to the availability of parking spaces. There is just enough parking available, especially during summer weekends, holidays and Silver Salmon Derby time. There is limited adjacent space available to make into parking space. Day parking, in addition to long-term parking, was identified as critical. The tour boat companies have developed remote parking lots with shuttle buses that bring customers to the harbor. Public Restrooms and Showers —In 2013 the harbor used $130,000 in state grant funds to remodel the restrooms at the Harbormaster's Office. Additional funds to complete the project were received from the State of Alaska Commercial Passenger Vessel funds. Public restroom facilities are limited, especially for the influx of summer visitors in the harbor area. The primary restroom location is in the harbormaster's office building, which also includes a few showers. Other restroom locations include the Park Service Headquarters and Kenai Fjords Tours facilities. These facilities are near the harbormaster's office. Additional public restrooms are located in the south parking area and northeast parking area. The Harbor needs another set of restrooms in the northwesterly quadrant of the Harbor. From that corner of the Harbor it is approximately 1200 feet to the nearest public restroom. Launch Ramp Improvements - There are now two existing launch ramps in the boat harbor, one at the NE corner and one at the SW corner of the basin. The Harbor has made use of grant funds to replace both of the launch ramps the South ramp in 2018 and the Northeast ramp in 2022. One planned improvement was to lengthen the launch ramps in order to make them safer to use at very low tide levels, this has been completed with the replacement of both ramps. Slip Sizes — In the past, boats were smaller and correspondingly the harbor included more 17 and 24-foot slips, the smaller 17ft slips were removed with the completion of A, B C and S-float project. The current harbor expansion added mostly 32-foot slips, some 23- foot slips, and some linear moorage on K, S and Z-float. Leased Properties — All harbor leases, upon renewal or change of lease, should be considered by administration for easement and rights of way access. 4.4 Float System Layout Fleet — The number of vessels seeking moorage in the harbor was determined from the wait list shown in table 6. Until the 2008 recession there had been a national trend in the marine industry, both in sales and manufacturing, toward larger and wider boats. The results of a questionnaire in 2003 showed that 75 percent of those responding agreed that some smaller slips could be eliminated, if "other" arrangements could be made for the smaller boats. 16 M Therefore, the minimum new slip size was recommended to be 32 feet with increased emphasis on 40 foot and larger slips. Space for transient vessels will be included to the greatest extent possible for the transient commercial fishing fleet in addition to recreational vessels. Slips in the 60-foot to 100-foot range have been included that will accommodate large yachts, commercial fishing vessels, and tour boats. Also, linear moorage is provided for even larger vessels up to 90 and 120 feet. Large commercial fishers include about 30 vessels 37 to 125 feet long with a beam 15 to 35 feet and draft 7 to 13 feet, approaching 15 feet when fully loaded. Only about 10 are presently in reserved slips. Barges, tugs, ferries and research vessels occasionally use the harbor, most often wintering over. Main Interior Channels — The main channel running diagonally north -south in the central part of the harbor will be a minimum of 150 to 200 feet wide to accommodate the tour boats and larger commercial fishing vessels accessing the processing docks and "T" dock. A common standard is 5 times the largest beam width for two-way traffic, (5 x 35 = 175 feet). Other access channels to the floats and launch ramps will be a minimum 100 feet, which would accommodate vessels with beams up to 20 feet. Fairways — The actual dimension of the fairway (the distance between the ends of slip finger floats on adjacent docks) should consider several factors: ❑ Environmental (wind, waves and currents) ❑ Vessel maneuverability ❑ Boat handler experience Wind is the most important environmental factor affecting moorage in Seward. Waves and currents are not significant factors at the Seward Harbor. Currents during tidal exchange are present, but are not considered significant. It is well known, due to the shape of Resurrection Bay, that the winds blow either northerly or southerly and seldom from the east or west. The slips are laid out in the north/south direction for this reason. The effect of the wind on a boat will depend on the "sail' area presented to the wind, which will usually be the greatest with the wind on the beam. The fairways are east/west, beam to the winds. Vessels vary in their maneuverability. Twin-screw vessels and those with bow thrusters can maneuver quite well in tight situations. Single screw vessels and most sailboats are quite maneuverable moving forward, but can be notoriously bad when backing and can be significantly affected by winds. Boat handling skills also vary considerably. The Seward Harbor has visitors from all skill levels from novice to expert boat handlers. The current practice in the harbor is to allow boats to extend up to 4 feet beyond the slip finger, which is presently included in the city code for the harbor. The common engineering standard for fairway sizing is to make the clear distance between the boat extremities no less than 1.5 times the longest boat length using that fairway. It is often increased to 1.75 times the boat length if maneuvering conditions warrant. Larger vessels 17 43 50 feet and longer sometimes have fairway widths up to 2 times the vessel length. This distance is needed to allow vessels to safely enter their slip and make turning movements. The American Society of Civil Engineers "Planning and Design Guidelines for Small Craft Harbors" recommends a minimum fairway width of 1.5 times the longest slip. The minimum fairway widths for the Seward Harbor are set at 1.5 times the slip length with no overhang. The new D-float that completed in April 2014 was designed with the same dimensions (number of slips, size of slips, and width of fairway) as the dock that it replaced. With no vessel overhang from the slip fingers, the minimum fairway dimensions would be: Table 7, Minimum Fairway Dimension Slip Length (ft) 1.5 x L Fairway (ft) 60 90 50 75 40 60 32 48 Access channels to launch ramps will be a minimum 100 feet. Slip Width — Boat sizes have changed over the past 20 plus years with the principle change being the beam width. Slips in the Seward Harbor are doublewide to accommodate two vessels between slip finger floats. The width depends on the vessels to be served, environmental conditions and operator skills plus the judgment of the design engineer. Generally, the minimum distance between slip finger floats has been taken as roughly 2.3 times the width of the vessel for double occupancy. Vessel beam width varies greatly; however, correlations to boat length have been made by others based on statistical research of boat manufacturer's data and inventory of Alaskan harbor users. The following table provides guidelines for the stall spacing assuming the vessel is equal to the slip length. Table 8, Stall Spacing Guidelines Slip Length (ft) Slip Clear Spacing (ft, double) 75 49.0 50 40.0 40 34.0 32 30.0 18 44 The clear spacing above exceeds the minimum values, however, they are considered prudent due to the winds, vessel maneuverability, operator experience, presumption of commercial use especially in the larger slips, variability in vessel beam and minimum width fairways. Interior Access Channel- The main channel running diagonally north -south in the central part of the harbor is a minimum of 150 feet wide between X-Float and E-Float and 200 feet wide in other areas to accommodate the larger commercial fishing vessels accessing the fish processing docks and "T"-dock. Access to launch ramps will be a minimum 100 feet, which would accommodate vessels with beams up to 20 feet. Widths would be larger if possible. In this case, limited space makes the access width narrower than desired. East Harbor Float Layout- A new marginal float, Z-Float, was built as close to the breakwater as possible and extends to and beyond the angle point in the breakwater. It has been proposed that Z-Float have five main floats with slips as shown in the following table. Table 9, East Harbor Float System See proposed layout at the end of Appendix A Slip Size Number of Slips 32 36 40 22 50 18 60 8 100 5 120 1 Total Slips 90 Total Transient 1200 feet A 600-foot section of the existing X-Float was relocated to the east harbor also. It parallels the Z-Float and provides linear moorage for the larger commercial fishing vessels that are not accommodated in the new slips. The remaining 150 feet of X-Float was left in place and the privately owned fuel dock was attached. The result was re -named R float. Neither X-Float nor R-Float offer shore power for moored vessels. Float Replacement Program- In 2010- 2011 the Harbor's contract engineer, URS, completed an inspection of the docks in the Southwest area of the Harbor. The docks included were A, B, C, D, G, and S and the South Launch Ramp. In 2014, D Float was replaced at a total cost of approximately $2.2 Million. The State funded half of the cost of the A, B, C, S, and a portion of G float replacement in 2017 and the remaining portion of G, K and L-float were replaced in 2022 19 Float System Construction- The 2003 plan recommended concrete floats. However, the floats that were installed during the period 2006-2022 have all been timber construction on floatation tubs. The wooden docks are easier to repair and much better for snow removal. The concrete floats E through J should be scheduled for replacement 2023 4.5 Float System Utilities Potable Water The Harbor staff is pleased with the design and operation of the potable water system that were installed on D, G, K, L, M, N, O, P and Q Floats. . Plan review and certification to operate the public water system is required from the State Department of Environmental Conservation. Fire. Protection The City of Seward has adopted the International Fire Code (IFC) and associated State amendments as the model code for fire protection standards. The IFC essentially requires a standpipe type fire protection system. In addition to the IFC, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has several standards that must be considered. The following NFPA standards apply: ❑ NFPA 303, Marinas and Boat Yards ❑ NFPA 307, Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals, Piers and Wharves, ❑ NFPA 14, Standpipe and Hose Systems Potable Water Riser On Float Fire Valve The existing replacement floats followed the above codes and standards. The fire protection system for new or replaced floats and refurbished docks will also follow these same codes and standards. The codes and standards will again be reviewed along with experience with the existing new system during the final design stage. A dry standpipe system is recommended. Sewer System The harbor is taking steps to make the boat pump -out stations more user friendly. Specifically, the use of tokens is being eliminated, so that customers won't need to go to the office before using the pump -out stations. The State of Alaska has federal grant funds that can be used on a 75% matching basis in order to improve pump -out facilities. The harbor currently has 3 sewer pump out systems located on Q and Z-float, E and F have several location located on the floats. 20 t Power and Lighting Most new boat slips will be configured with shore power. Power configurations will vary with 120 volt, 30 ampere, single phase; 208 volt, 30 ampere, single phase; and 208/120 volt, 50 ampere, three phase. Special configurations have been installed for large vessels. There are a number of shore power pedestals that supply more than one voltage configuration. All power will be served from utility transformers on shore, near the pedestrian approaches to the harbor. Power distribution cables will be routed beneath the approaches, down the gangways, and into the float distribution panels. All shore power pedestals are new. The Harbor staff is pleased with the power pedestals that were installed on M, N, O, P, and Q Floats. On A, B, C, D, K and L Float the water faucets were incorporated into the power pedestals. Both duplex style units, intended to be Power Pedestal With p p p �' Light located midway between slip floats, and single style units will be considered. Energy consumption is monitored at each pedestal and billed to the customer, accordingly. The pedestals will be configured with digital style meters. The receptacles specified for the pedestals will be conventional locking style as stipulated by the National Electrical Code. Circuit breakers will be "bolt -on" style to minimize corrosion at their connection to the terminals. During 2014 several harbors in Southeast Alaska experienced problems with the implementation of the new Electric Code requirements for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) on docks. These new systems will trip with a very slight amount of stray current. Some vessels owners at these SE harbors installed new isolation transformers to eliminate stray current. Lighting will be integrated into the shore -tie pedestal to maintain consistency with the North Harbor installation. This design has proven to be cost effective and efficient. The luminaries are mounted at a height of about 4-feet above the deck. All the luminaries were switched from metal halide lamps to LED bulbs with good life expectancy qualities. Additional LED luminaries have been installed on the approaches and gangways. 4.6 Gangways and Trestles New or newly remodeled inner harbor facilities are required to be compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) rules and guidance published in September 2002. At a minimum, 80-foot gangways, similar to those installed at B, D, E, F, J, Q, S, X, Z- Floats and the fish cleaning station located at the Northeast launch ramp., will be provided at pedestrian access points to the float system. Timber trestles have been designed to accept the new gangways. 21 47 . The new gangways are in place at B S and the new fish cleaning float at the Northeast Launch Ramponly R-dock gangway will not meet ADA requirements. 4.7 Launch Ramps New Aluminum Gangway - J Dock at Extreme The NE launch ramp was High Tide completed in 2022. With the completion of the new launch ramp the NE Fish Cleaning Station was located adjacent to the launch ramp to leave better access for vessels to load and unload off of the trailers. Meanwhile the sewage pump -out at that location wasdisassembled and abandoned. At the other end of the harbor, the SW launch ramp was replaced in 2018. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game used federal Sport Fish Restoration funds to re- build both boat ramps. ADF&G paid 100%for the design cost for both boat ramps. The construction costs was shareded at a ratio of 75% to 25%. One consideration is that the grant agency requires a minimum number of boat/trailer parking stalls in order to qualify for grant funding, which was integrated into the design. 4.8 Parking Areas South Harbor Uplands- A set of restrooms (2007) and a new Mariner's Memorial (2012- 2014) have been built in the South Harbor lands. The City's recycling bin is also located in the area. In 2014, the parking department installed a new paved road surface that leads up to the parking area. With the 2014 WRDA bill the Navigational Servitude issue has been federally resolved and so the Corps of Engineers will no longer restrict commercial development in this area. This area also may be ideal for a new convention center or harbormaster office. It will be important to strive for the proper balance between commercial development and parking. There are 80 truck & trailer stalls and 60 single car stalls in the South Harbor Uplands. The Uplands is the City's default parking area for the truck & trailers, although they are allowed to park across the street in the South Lot. The parking fee is different in the two locations: $20 oversize rate in the South Lot compared to $10 flat rate on the Uplands. Northeast Parking Area - In 2012 the new Coast Guard Station and Army Resort Dispatch building were built in this area. In 2022 new pavement was added. The Northeast parking area has: 93 truck & trailer stalls and 54 stalls for single cars (180 Total). The restrooms in this area are the most primitive in the harbor and should be scheduled for upgrade within the next 5 years. 48 4.9 Travelift® and Maintenance Area The northwesterly quadrant of the harbor was re -built in 2008. This included moving the location of the travel lift and strengthening both I and T docks. New pavement was placed in this area in 2013. 4.10 Public Crane A preliminary design report looked at two possible location and two sizes of cranes. Further discussion, along with public testimony, resulted in a unanimously passed PACAB Resolution, 2014-01, approving design and construction of an 8 ton crane to be located at the end of I dock. The alternative suggested by the administration was a 5 ton crane located on the old Travel Lift Dock I -dock. The purpose of either of these projects would be for mariners to load and unload fish and gear. The city has hired Moffatt and Nichol to design a five ton crane on I -dock, it is currently at 95% design waiting on finding a funding source to have it installed. 4.11 Wash Down Facility A new wash down facility in the area of the Travelift has been design by PND engineers the city has currently applied for a grant through the 2022 Port Infrastructure Development program (PIDP) this would benefit harbor users by offering a convenient way to clean their boats. And since potential contaminants would be captured for proper disposal, the facility would also be good for the environment. A wash down facility was built at SMIC in 2013 and the harbor staff is refining operational techniques. The pressure washing equipment is mounted on a trailer and it could be used at both SMIC and the Boat Harbor if a slab with containment was built. 4.12 Drive Down Float A new drive down float is proposed for the northeast comer of the harbor, just to the north of the NE launch ramps. The drive down float would provide access for boats to load and unload supplies and equipment or do minor maintenance. Only temporary short term mooring would be permitted and no overnight mooring. The float would be 60 feet wide by 100-feet long, held in place by steel piling and have an approximately 100 foot steel bridge/gangway accessing the NE parking area. The float and bridge would be similar to the drive down dock in Sitka, Alaska, which is heavily used by boats. 4.13 Tidal Grid The harbor did have a tidal grid in the northeast comer until the flood in the fall of 1995. At that time, the grid was buried by sediment washed into the basin by the flood. The grid was never uncovered, primarily because of the high cost of potential contaminated soil disposal. It is possible that state matching grant funds may be used to construct a new grid. 23 49 A tidal grid is proposed to be installed between I dock and the Travelift in the NW quadrant of the harbor. Accessibility from both land and water exist at this site, and similar working infrastructure already exists on both sides. An alternative location with more room is the currently unused North East comer of the harbor area between the east side of the T dock and the NE Boat Ramp/Fish Cleaning Station. 4.14 Fish Cleaning Facilities The harbor has replaced the fish cleaning station in the NE comer of the harbor. The new fish cleaning station is located off of the trestle north of the boat launch. This will improve these facilities for this quadrant of the harbor. 4.15 Restroom Facilities The harbormaster office restrooms were remodeled during the winter of 2013-2014 using monies from the State Commercial Passenger Vessel (CPV) funds. A second shower was added to the women's side of the restrooms and the restrooms are fully ADA compliant. A new restroom facility should be located somewhere in the North Harbor area, possibly by Napa in the Northeast comer of the parking lot. 4.16 ADA Accessible Fishing Pier An ADA accessible fishing pier is planned for the south side of the south parking fill in the vicinity of the creek flowing into the bay from the lagoon. The rocky slope configuration of the beach restricts the handicapped from fishing in this area. Specific plans have not been developed, but the pier is envisioned as a "T" shape end with railings designed to allow wheelchair bound people the opportunity to fish. The pier will alse provide an observation location for the public to watch the fishing action and boats entering and leaving the harbor. The design will also require special considerations for its location within the heavy wave zone. 4.17 Harbormaster's Office and Shop The existing harbormaster's office and shop is located in the center of the harbor tourist and business area. The building is still functional, but could use significant remodeling and code and safety upgrades. In 2014 a new paint job was applied to the roof of the building which was starting to rust all over. Locate a new Harbormasters office on the South Harbor Uplands. 4.18 Develop the South Harbor uplands Look at moving the electric into the utility right of way and have the entire area re -platted to accommodate retail shops/offices and a new Harbormasters Office. 24 50 5.0 Accessibility 5.1 Background The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) rules for marinas were established in 2002 and revised in 2010. The rules are administered by the United States Access Board in section 1003 Recreational Boating Facilities. 5.2 Accessible Routes Surrounding the Seward Harbor are parking lots with many designated ADA parking stalls in close proximity to the docks. The Seward Harbor has replaced most of its gangways to meet ADA standards. Those standards require gangways that are at least 80 feet long and 5 feet wide. The following seven gangways are fully compliant: B, D, E, F, J, M-Q, S, X, and Z. The only gangway: that is not compliant is R-float.. 5.3 Boat Slips Only the new and rebuilt portions of the harbor are required to meet ADA standards. All the floats in the harbor have ADA compliant slips. Accessible boat slips must have a surface five feet wide without any barriers that limit access. In Seward the newer docks listed above have five foot wide fingers that provide the necessary access in order to meet this requirement. On the other hand, linear moorage in Seward generally has bull rails that disqualify linear moorage for ADA consideration. For example, the harbor has at least three designated ADA slips, with signs, located at: the first space on A, B, C, D-float, M-1, and N-2 and two locations on K and L-float and 1 on Z-float. Apparently these slips have been designated due to the proximity to parking and the boat ramp, but in each slip the existing bull rails disqualify those ADA slips. The rules do allow that a five foot wide opening every ten feet of linear dock qualifies as ADA moorage. The Seward Harbor has 578 slips of various sizes and almost 6303 linear feet of side -tie moorage. According to the rules, the 6303 linear feet is the equivalent of 157 slips. Thus Seward has a total slip equivalent of 735 = 578 + 157. The ADA rules prescribe how many accessible slips are required based on the total number of slips in the marina. Marinas having between 701 and 800 slips are required to have a minimum of 10 accessible slips. The accessible slips should be of various sizes and dispersed throughout the accessible portions of the marina. A marina does not have to provide more accessible slips than required. Accessible slips do not need to be marked and are not reserved in the same way as vehicle parking spaces. Facilities should hold the accessible slips open for persons with disabilities until all other slips are filled. At that point, the slip may be made available for general use. For seasonal slip holders, accessible slips should be held until the expiration period 25 6S for slip contracts has expired. Marina operators may choose to make information regarding accessible boat slips available in promotional material or a facility guide. Ensuring that accessible slips are available to persons with disabilities is an operational issue and operators should contact the Department of Justice for further information. NOTE: The words in the bold font above are directly quoted from the Access Board's guide booklet, "Accessible Boating Facilities". 5.4 Upland Facilities The newly remodeled restrooms and water fountains at the Seward Boat Harbor meet all ADA requirements. 6.0 Plan Implementation Future projects will be completed incrementally in phases. Implementation of each phase will include the following normal operating procedure. ❑ A phase will be identified by the Harbormaster and his staff ❑ The Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) will review and approve the phase, recommending it to the City Council, ❑ The City Council will review and approve the phase and funding Public input will be a part of the process during public meetings at both the PACAB and City Council stages prior to final approval for construction. 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PACAB should create a resolution to send to City Council to provide input and guidance on specific actions that should be taken. Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information This legislation is consistent with (citation listed): Comprehensive Plan: 1.3.1 Economic Develo Strategic Plan: Other: ent Certification of Funds Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0 This legislation (✓): Creates revenue in the amount of: $ Creates expenditure in amount of: $ Creates a savings in the amount of: $ x Has no fiscal impact Funds are (✓): Budgeted Line item(s): Not budgeted x Not applicable unassigned Fund Balance and Available Unrestricted Cash Balance Information Fund (✓): General SMIC Boat Harbor Parking Motor Pool Other Electric Water Various Unassigned Fund Balance*: $ Available Unrestricted Cash Balance*: $ Wastewater Healthcare *unaudited numbers Finance Director Signature: Attorney Review RV Yes Attorney Signature: Not applicable Comments: Administration Recommendation ✓ Create Resolution Other: Create a draft resolution to be sent to City Council 67 Meeting Date: To: From: Agenda Item: City Council Agenda Statement November 2, 2022 Port and Commerce Advisory Board Lynda Paquette, Vice Chair Review and Discuss the 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Plan List and Provide Input to City Council Background and justification: Each year, the City Council compiles a list of capital improvement projects that are deemed to be vital for the benefit of the Seward Community. This Capital Improvement Plan does not appropriate funds for the indicated projects. Approval and appropriations for individual projects will be brought to Council through separate resolution or through future budgets. However, this list is compiled as a compliment to the operating budget as it establishes the priorities for capital projects. PACAB has a role to play in providing input on this list for City Council. Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information This legislation is consistent with (citation listed): Comprehensive Plan: 1.3.1 Economic Development Strategic Plan: Other: Certification of Funds Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0 This legislation (✓): Creates revenue in the amount of: $ Creates expenditure in amount of: $ Creates a savings in the amount of: $ x Has no fiscal impact Funds are (✓): Budgeted Line item(s): Not budgeted x Not applicable unassigned Fund Balance and Available Unrestricted Cash Balance Information Fund (✓): General SMIC Boat Harbor Parking Motor Pool Other Unassigned Fund Balance*: Available Unrestricted Cash Balance* Electric Water Various Wastewater Healthcare *unaudited numbers Finance Director Signature: 68 Attorney Review RV Yes Attorney Signature: Not applicable Comments: Administration Recommendation ✓ Create Resolution Other: Create a draft resolution to be sent to City Council with PACAB's recommendations. City of Seward Capital Improvement Plan Years 2022-2027 Enterprise Funds 2022 - 2027 New or Forecasted Funding Source Deot Pmiect Descnotion Real— 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Proiect Cost City Portion Other Source Source —Manhole refurbishment ----------- SMIC lower lift station (engineering only) ©-----�� Two double wall fuel tank�. 251, in 2023-2025 ------�� SMIC piping for bypass design & oonstruction Waste ter Lagoon sludge rem-1 Water Meter Program - with auto -readers Standby Generator —Mobile ----------- City of Seward Capital Improvement Plan Years 2022-2027 Enterprise Funds 2022 - 2027 New or Forecasted Funding Source Deot Proiect Descriotion Reolace 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Proiect Cost Citv Portion Other Source Source Yearly Total:1 $ 11,729,639 1 $ 22,569,605 1 $ 3,310,000 1 $ 3,565,000 1 $ 6,500,000 1 $ 6,330,000 1 Total Project Cost: $ 50,479,244 Total City Portion: $ 38,454,244 Total Other Portion: $ 13,207,500 City of Seward Capital Improvement Plan Years 2022-2027 General Fund 2022 - 2027 New or Forecasted Funding Source P--intro. R-1- 1.11 7n- 7n71 7n" 7n— In" ai,-( 4 City Pnrtinn ( hnr Snnr- Snnr- Public Works Sidewalk and A ramp repairs Replace X $ 75,000 $ 75,000 $ - GF"earl" Public Works ADA Compliant Public Entr Modifcetion Replace X X X $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ - $100,000 per year Public Works City Hall Parking Lot and Retaining Wall Replace X $ 55,000 $ 55,000 $ Public Works Public Works Bldg Design & Engineering New X $ 125,000 $ 125,000 $ Public Works Public Works Building Construction Replace X $ 8,000,000 $ 8,000,000 $ Library Library Emergency Exit Doors New X $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ Public Works Lowell Creek Flood Control Diversion Tunnel New X $ 185,000,000 $ - $ 185,000,000 Public Works Lowell Point Road FLAP Grant safety study Replace X $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 2,750,000 Library Library Cameras New X $ 25,000 $ 25,000 $ IT IT Dept- City Phone System Replace X $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ Fire Feasibility & Design Engineer Fire Station Replace X $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ Fire & Police Public Safety Radios Replace X $ 280,000 $ 280,000 $ Police Feasibility & Design Engineer Police Department New X $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ Police Public Safety or Police Building New X $ 15,000,000 $ 15,000,000 $ Campground Additional Campground Utility Sites New X $ 400,000 $ 400,000 $ - GF Reserves Campground Resurface Campgrounds Replace X $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ Parks & Rec Resurface Playgrounds Replace X $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ Parks & Rec Replace N. Ballaine Playground Equipment Replace X $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ Parks & Rec Construct Wellington Pavilion New X $ aoo,000 $ aoo,000 $ Parks & Rec Evaluate/Rebuild Lagoon Boardwalk Replace X $ 2ao,000 $ zao,000 $ Parks & Rec Cemetery- Columbarium New X $ 35,000 1 $ 35,000 1 Funded in the 2022 bud et Parks & Rec ICemetery -Ground Penetrating Radar New X S 35,000 1 $ 35,000 1 IFunded in the 2022 budget Parks & Rec ITYC Facility Renovation Replace X S 75,000 1 $ 75,000 1 $ Yearly Total:I $ 750,000 1 $ 9,970,000 1 $ 15,470,000 1 $ 500,0001 $ 185,000,000 1 s I Total Project Cost: $ 211,690,000 Total City Portion: $ 26,690,000 Total Other source: $ 187,750,000 W, , I r I ftj LOWELL TUNNEL OUTFALL (FEDERAL) I � WATER & SEWAGE EXPANSION (STATE/FEDERAL) 06 SIDFWAI K IMPROVF FM NTS (STATF/FFDFRAI MANAMM 1,"!" LOCATED AT THE NORTHERN TIP OF RESURRECTION BAY, SEWARD HAS LONG BEEN AN IMPORTANT DESTINATION. In the Alutiiq language, Seward is known as Qutekcak, meaning 'big beach', and served the Alutiiq, Sugpiaq, and other Alaska Native peoples as a meeting area. A deep -water, ice -free port with rail, highway, and air transportation, Seward is easily accessible from Alaska's major hubs and the Lower 48. The wild and stunning natural landscapes attract adventurers from around the world to enjoy the beautiful vistas, hike the stunning trails, experience the diverse wildlife, paddle and fish the rich waters, and explore our historic community. Today, Seward is home to a vibrant community with a deep appreciation for the natural environment and local history and culture, with hundreds of thriving small businesses, robust maritime and tourism industries, as well as valuable educational and research opportunities. We welcome you to join us in Seward and learn why we say Alaska Starts Here. Incorporated in 1912, Seward, Alaska is a home -rule city in the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Seward has a population of 2,600, with approximately 3,000 additional people residing in surrounding communities just outside of city boundaries. 2 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 74 Welcome to Seward, Alaska _1 , BOROUGH GOVERNMENT Seward is located within the Kenai Peninsula Borough - incorporated in 1964 as a second-class borough. An elected Borough Mayor serves as the chief administrator who works with an elected 9-member legislative assembly, on which Seward has one seat The Borough is responsible for area -wide education, solid -waste management, planning and zoning, taxation and assessment. Local service area boards provide hospital, fire, and emergency services. N . e, VA LOCAL GOVERNMENT Seward is a city manager form of government, governed by a Mayor and City Council who are elected by the people of the City. The City Manager is appointed by the elected 7-person City Council, along with a City Attorney and City Clerk. The Mayor and City Council act together as the Governing Body. The Governing Body, being the elected representative of the people, adopts all ordinances and resolutions and determines the general goals and policies of the city. TAXATION The city, along with the state of Alaska has no personal income tax. Real/ personal property tax within the city is at a low 3.84 mils. The real/personal property tax outside the city but within the borough is at 4.5 mils with an additional .5 mils for the Seward/ Bear Creek Area Flood Service Board. The sales tax for Seward is 4%. The sales tax for the Borough is 3%. Seward also has a 4% bed tax. About Our Government 75 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 3 I CITY MANAGER Janette Bower, City Manager j b o we r@ c i tyof s ewa rd . u s Office: 907-224-4012 Cell: 907-362-1020 Stephen Sowell, Assistant City Manager ssowell@cityofseward.us Office: 907-224-4066 Cell: 907-362-4062 410 Adams St. PO Box 167 Seward, AK 99664 4 2023 Legislative Priorities Report re a 2023 GOVERNING BODY Sue McClure, Mayor Term expires October 2025 John Osenga Term expires October 2024 Liz DeMoss Term expires October 2023 Mike Calhoon Term expires October 2024 Randy Wells Term expires October 2025 Kevin Finch Term expires October 2025 Open Seat Term expires 2023 About Our Government CONTINUED FULL FUNDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORP OF ENGINEERS LOWELL TUNNEL OUTFALL DIVERSION STRUCTURE. (FEDERAL) JANUARY 2022: CONSTRUCTION FULLY FUNDED THROUGH THE INFRASTRUCTURE AND JOBS ACT. $185 MILLION. THANK YOU TO ALL WHOSE EFFORTS MADE THIS FUNDING POSSIBLE. The district aims to construct a new flood diversion system for Lowell Creek in Seward, Alaska. Upgrades include a new 18-foot diameter tunnel and diversion dam upstream from the current tunnel; refurbishment to the existing tunnel; extension of the outfall by 150-feet to carry creek flow and debris over Lowell Point Road; and canopy to protect the tunnel inlet from landslides. The plan also calls for select tree removal that in a flood event could block the tunnel if swept up. Lowell Tunnel Outfall Diversion Project 77 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 5 EXPANSION OF WATER/SEWER AND ACCESS INFRASTRUCTURE WHICH WILL INCREASE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGHOUT CITY LIMITS. (STATE AND FEDERAL) There are two strategic areas that have been identified for utility expansion that would open the door to residential development. Afognak / Forest Acres is an area on the northwest portion of town that has over 25 residential lots There are 150 acres of private and public land to the north of the Seward Marine Industrial Complex that can be opened up for development with the expansion of sewer lines. Afognak Acres • Water, sewer, electric: $2,51 I,000 • Roadway: $958,000 SMIC • Sewer: $1,090,000 • Lift Station: $100,000 Residential bousing has been an ongoing issue in Seward and tbis project will add lots for immediate construction of much needed housing. FULL FUNDING OF THE ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS IN ORDER TO RETURN TO 100% FUNDING OF THE OPERATIONAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH OPERATING THE SEWARD COMMUNITY JAIL. In 2013, the City of Seward entered into a 5-year contract with the State of Alaska to run the community jail in Seward. The amount of the contract at that time was $655,470.00 with the guarantee of an inflation adjustment annually not to exceed 2%. In 2015, the state amended the contract on the basis of budget cuts and voided the CPI increase language. The value of the contract dropped to $368,952.00 where it has remained ever since. There have been no CPI increases and there have been no opportunities to negotiate. The state has never addressed employee wage changes, increases to benefit package costs, or increases to the costs of operation. Most recently, Seward has attempted communications with the Commissioner of the Department of Corrections and have been unable to have discourse with the office. Our calls and emails go unanswered and we have, as of this 2021, been shifted to the Probations and Parole office at the state level. The employees in this office admit they are not in a position to negotiate the jail contracts and are not authorized to make contract adjustments. Therefore, the City of Seward is now weighing its options to determine the best course of action moving forward regarding the future of the jail facility. Collectively, the community jail Chiefs of Police are working along with their respective City Managers, Mayors and Councils, and AML/JIA to bring the state to the table to discuss our collective issues and find solutions so these jails can stay in operation. 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 78 Water & Sewer Infrastructure and Seward Community Jail SLUDGE REMOVAL FOR THE LOWELL POINT AND SMIC SEWAGE TREATMENT LAGOONS. (STATE & FEDERAL) The City of Seward has a sludge removal program in place for the two separate wastewater treatment plants. These programs are to complete sludge removal every 7-10 years depending on the depth of sludge measured yearly. The very high costs to complete is well out of what City ratepayers can afford. With this project we will also have to install a new liner and replace aeration equipment in the lagoon. Recommended by Senator Murkowski for Congressionally Directed Spending The current liner and aeration equipment are beyond the 30- year life span. We can only fund this program by utilizing grants and loan programs that are available. There is a one -to -two-year lead time to bidding, contracting, and scheduling this work. The successful award offunding now will allow us to proceed with the lengthy and important process to get these lagoons modernized and cleaned. Estimated cost is $2,000,000. Seward Treatment Lagoons 79 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 7 SEWARD MARINE INDUSTRIAL CENTER INFRASTRUCTURE The Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC) has seen a significant increase in demand overthe last few years since the grand reopening and with the resident lease taken over by Jag Independent Marine. Every fall the boat yard is completely full with many additional requests for space and amenities that aren't currently available. The US Coast Guard Fast Response Cutter and support will be located there starting in 2024. To allow the industry to continue to grow and flourisb, there are a number of infrastructure upgrades needed. 20 ACRE LAND EXPANSION (1): There is approximately 20 undeveloped acres to the north of the current boat yard and syncrolift area (boundary bounded by Olga, Sorrel, Delphin, and Jellison). The city already has had a number of requests for use of that land for leases for marine work by companies both currently operating and new businesses interested in operating out of SMIC. Costs: • Brusb, fill, top, andgrade: $500,000 • 500 Foot Road Extensions of MustangAve and Morris Ave. 2vitb Pipe Culverts to Support330-ton travel lift.• $225,000 SHIPYARD: FILL AND REGRADE (2): The main boat yard area (approximately 20 acres) needs to be slightly lifted and regraded for drainage during the rainy season and break up so that the boat moving and repair business can continue with minimal disruption: Costs: • Regrading: $100,000 LINE EXTENSIONS AND POWER PEDESTALS IN MAIN SHIP YARD (3): There is and increasing demand for power in more areas of the yard. This would fund line extensions and 20 additional power pedestals in main yard which would allow more work to be done concurrently. Costs: • Pedestals (20 x $8,000ea): $160,000 • Line Installation: $150,000 8 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 80 City of Seward, AK WATER SERVICE AND FIRE HYDRANTS (4): With the boat yard expansion and growth, the need for water extensions and fire hydrants has increased. Costs: • Water Line (6900LFx $2251 IF): $1,500,000 • Fire Hydrants (15 x $5000ea): $150,000 PUBLIC RESTROOMS (5): There is only one, small public restroom located at SMIC which covers over 90 acres and provides space for over a hundred large vessels. An additional, large public restroom with shower facilities is needed to service the area for current use and continued growth. Costs: • Lift Station Cost and Install: $100, 000 • Extension Lines: $100,000 • Building and Facilities: $350, 000 1 3 6" 2 %n 1I Ri C' SECURITY (6): Narrative: With the increasing boat working going on and the presence of equipment and tools, the area needs securing upgrades to help keep theft down and business moving without delays. Costs: • Fencing.- $250,000 • Security Camera System (20 Cameras and installation on lightpoles): $100,000 City of Seward, AK 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 9 REPLACEMENT OF OLD PIPING WITH NEW DUCTILE IRON PIPING THROUGHOUT SEWARD. (STATE & FEDERAL) The City of Seward needs funding to replace existing galvanized and transite (AC — asbestos -cement) water mains. These problem mains are nearly 60 years old and well past their lifespan. The new ductile iron mains will replace and thus prevent the inevitable collapse and failure of the old water mains. With available funding we will replace up to 1000 feet per year to keep safe drinking waterfor the community. Estimated cost is $4,000,000. E 7 'W W - --^max. 10 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 82 Ductile Pipe - Water Department SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT AND REFURBISHMENT THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF SEWARD. (STATE & FEDERAL) Pedestrian Safety is a high priority in Seward as our visitors increase and our sidewalks continue to deteriorate. We have multiple sidewalks needing attention throughout Seward. Securinggrant andADA funds for sidewalk replacement and refurbishment allows us to address ADA access issues for ramps, parking, and dangerous large cracks and broken concrete areas 2vitb high pedestrian traffic. Estimated cost is $2,500,000. Sidewalk Repair & Replacement 83 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 11 FUNDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PUBLIC SEWARD PUBLIC WORKS WORKS FACILITY AT A MORE APPROPRIATE SITE. THIS MOVE WILL FREE UP SIGNIFICANT LAND FOR RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON THE CURRENT PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY SITE. (STATE & FEDERAL) The Seward Public Works Facility was built in 1965 after the '64 earthquake. Relocating this facility from downtown has been a desire of this community for over 40 years. The relocation of the facility to a more commercial area with adequate acreage for a new equipment warm storage building, a maintenance repair shop, and other public works function are needed. The current building is worn out and doesn't fit well in the more residential use district. It is too small, very inefficient, and critically inadequate fortoday's operations and staff. Ibis project is bigb on the City's priority list for funding. Completing this project asap 2vill also free up 32 small downtown residentiallots to the public and willgreatly help 2vitb the housing shortage in Seward. Estimated cost is $10,000,000. Current Public Works facility. Responsible for operations of the Water and Wastewater utilities, the Street Department, the City Shop, and limited Municipal Building maintenance. It is our mission to provide the City of Seward residents with prompt service and maintenance in a cost effective manner. The majority of our work consists of maintenance, repairs, and improvements of the City's streets, utilities, and equipment. SERVICES • Maintaining approximately 31 miles of paved and unpaved roads. • Maintenance of 28+ miles of both water distribution and wastewater collection main lines. • Maintaining the City's vehicle fleet. • Providing snow removal and sanding for safe roads in the winter. Conceptual examples of new Public Works Department facility. 12 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 84 Public Works Facility FLOAT EXTENSION PROJECT IN THE HARBOR FOR Z FLOAT. (STATE & FEDERAL) There is currently an extensive wait list for vessels in the Seward Harbor. The wait list is a barrier for businesses and economic growth with charter vessels, tugs, barges, personal vessels, and commercial transient vessels not having the places they need to operate. The current wait list has been in existence for over 10 years 2vben this was initially placed on the Capital Improvements List. There has been movement on this list but the overall list (of over 200) has not cbanged significantly with the oldest request currently still waiting since 2014. Estimated cost is $8,000,000. t� FWALCRAFT Seward Harbor Z-Float Expansion 85 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 13 FULL FUNDING AND ONGOING MAINTENANCE FOR THE SEWARD AIRPORT OPERATED BY THE STATE OF ALASKA. (STATE) The Seward Airport, operated by the State of Alaska, is a vital lifeline for our community and its safety. With no over -the -road ambulance service, we have regular Medevac flights to get citizens, workers, and visitors the urgent medical care that they need. The US Coast Guard uses the airport regularly for local refueling and transport as well during rescue operations. When there have been avalanches or slides and the road is closed, the airport is our only link for goods and supplies. Less urgent but also important is that it generates significant commerce for our community with businesses in the visitor industry. We are requesting funding for prioritized and regular maintenance. 11 E The Seward Airport is unmanned and operated by the State under visual flight rules. Some air service, flight -seeing and charter services are available. Two paved runways are utilized with one being 4,240' long by 100' wide, and the other is 2,279' long by 75' wide. Flight time to Anchorage is about 45 minutes. 14 2023 Legislative Priorities Report 86 Seward Airport CITY OF SEWARD (GREATER SEWARD AREA) /01 w'� w » r r T .5yk e wx� ' r4' r Ily_ , r r r, w "ara r up .r� w m ' , 16 2023 Legislative Priorities Report -City of Seward Map (Northwest) City of Seward, AK e ,a. 0 ,- r.Sx V ,F �w a "4 iyy y y 1 " y City of Seward, ,4K 2023 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (Northeast) 17 18 2023 Legislative Priorities Report - City of Seward Map (South) City of Seward, AK ia City of Seward, AK 2023 Legislat vePrioritiesReport -City of Seward Map (SMICArea) 19 p NN " wNL'* p vim, City of Seward © 2023 a ! City of Seward, AK I P.O. Box 167 410Adams Street City Hall Building a u -w�a Seward, AK 99664 1 (907) 224 3331 . www.cityofseward.us t The City of Seward would like to 7. _ d^ acknowledge the Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB for their invaluable partnership in economic development and ". a destination marketing and management. Their work is supported by the thousands of Seward annual visitors to through a portion x of the 4% bed tax collected by Seward's P esteemed lodgingproviders, as voted by p the citizens of Seward in the 1995 I - general m October election via Initiative Ord. 95- u 001z, which took effect in November 1995, ., s and was implemented January of 1996. ,�.. Branding, design, and photography elements for the 2022 City of Seward Legislative Priorities Report have been provided by the Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB, as it continues to strive to fulfill its mission to keep Seward the best place in the world to live, work and play. i Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB PO Box 749 1 2001 Seward Highway Seward, AK 99664 1 (907) 224-8051 www.seward.com I� 'IsY w lt\ \ Hill 1:11 AL A S K N FPFWAPD, AK - 2022 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES In November 2022 November 2022 December 2022 SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Oct 30 31 Nov 1 2 3 4 5 5:30pm CC Spc 12:00pm PACAB Mtg Mt (2023/2024 Bud et 7:00pm P&Z Mtg - Rescheduled (Council Chambers) 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 HOLIDAY General Election Da ssion rs r:00pmHPC ers 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 7:00 m CC Mt 6:00pm P&Z 12:00pm PACAB Work Session WS (Council Cham bers 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 5:30pm CC HOLIDAY HOLIDAY 1:00pm Safety Special Mtg (2023/2024 Com m ittee Budget) Meeting (Council Chambers - organized by Jodi Kurtz 27 28 29 30 Dec 1 2 3 5:30pm CC Special Mtg (2023/2024 Budget 7:00pm CC Mtg (Chambers Chamber Calendar 1 10/25/2022 4:56 PM 94 December 2022 December2022 u3 SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa SuMo TuWe We Th Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Nov 27 28 29 30 Dec 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7:00pm P&Z Mtg (Council Cham bers) 12:00pm PACAB Mtg 6:00pm HPC Work Session (Council Cham bers 7:00pm HPC Meeting (Council Cham beers 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 7:00 m CC MtcLj 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 6:00pm P&Z Work Session (Council Cham bers 12:00pm PACAB WS HOLIDAY 25 26 HOLIDAY 27 28 29 30 31 1:00pm Safety Com m ittee Meeting (Council Chambers - organized by Jodi Kurtz) - Chamber 7:00pm CC Mtg Cham bers Chamber Calendar 2 10/25/2022 4:56 PM 95 January 2023 February 2023 January 2023 SuMTho TuWe Th Fr Sa SuMo TuWe Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 29 30 31 26 27 28 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Jan 1, 23 2 3 4 5 6 7 7:OOpm P&Z Mtg 12:OOpm PACAB (Council Mt Cham bers) 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6:15pm HPC 7:00pm CC Mt Work Session (Council Cham bers 7:00pm HPC Meeting (Council Cham beers 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 6:00pm P&Z 12:00pm PACAB Work Session WS (Council Cham bers 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 7:00pm CC Mtg 1:00pm Safety Cham bers Com m ittee Meeting (Council Chambers - organized by Jodi Kurtz) - Chamber 29 30 31 Feb 2 3 4 Chamber Calendar 3 10/25/2022 4:56 PM 96