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Meeting Packet
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Council Chambers, City Hall
7:00 p.m.
1963 1965 2005 The City of Seward,Alaska
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISION
II® MEETING AGENDA
City Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street
Please silence all cell phones and devices during the meeting
Chair Clare Sullivan
Vice Chair Vanessa Verhey Commissioner Brenan Hornseth Acting Community Development
Commissioner Nathaniel Vacant Seat Director Courtney Bringhurst
Charbonneau Vacant Seat City Clerk Kris Peck
Commissioner Sean Ulman
November 7,2023 at 7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULE FOR
PUBLIC HEARING(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(Approval of ConsentAgenda passes all
routine items listed under Item 7. Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a commission
member requests.In the event ofsuch a request, the item is returned to the Regular Agenda. Marked with *.)
6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS,AND REPORTS
A. Proclamations and Awards -None
B. City Administration Report....................................................................Page 3
C. Other Reports and Announcements -None
D. Presentations (Presentations are limited to ten minutes each, excluding Q&A, and are limited to two per
meeting unless increased by the commission) -None
7. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting................................................................Page 4
1)*Approve October 3, 2023 Planning& Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
B. Resolutions -None
C. Other Items—None
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8. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Public hearing comments are limited to five(5) minutes per person.After all
speakers have spoken, a person may speak for a second time for no more than one(1)minute.)
A. Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing
1) Resolution 2023-018 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of the
Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4; Located
at 605 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 6, Lots
6A-5 and 6A-6..............................................................................Page 9
2) Resolution 2023-019 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of the
Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 1, Lot 10A; Located
at 905 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 7, Lots
10A-1 and 10A-2.........................................................................Page 20
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Resolutions -None
B. Other Items -None
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolutions
1) Resolution 2023-020 of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending City Council Adoption of the Municipal Lands Inventory and
Management Plan—2023 Update......................................................Page 31
B. Other New Business
1) Discuss work session topic for November 21, 2023
11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action required.)
A. Reminder of Meetings
1) Work Session on November 21, 2023 at 6:00 pm.
2) Regular Meeting on December 5, 2023 at 7:00 pm.
B. Other Items -None
12. CITIZEN COMMENTS (There is no sign in for this comment period. Time is limited to five(5) minutes
per speaker.)
13. COMMISSION AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
14. ADJOURNMENT
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Community Development Department
Courtney Bringhurst
➢ The Kenai Peninsula Borough is actively moving forward with the Safe Streets
and Roads for All Grant, which Seward will participate in, and funds were already
set aside by the City Council in September of 2022.
➢ AWR Engineering has begun assessing various flooding scenarios for Scheffler
Creek and how effective the various proposed solutions would be.
➢ We are working on several code revisions for recodification, specifically in Title
16 (Subdivisions and Utilities).
➢ We are continuing to work on platting pieces for the new Public Works Facility.
➢ The CUPs, both current and past, have begun to be reviewed for status and
compliance. After we go through our CUP review process P&Z will be reviewing
applicable code. Our code currently doesn't have a lot of teeth for following up
and helping with non-compliance to the CUP.
➢ Our long-term Temp finished scanning and archiving all of Community
Development's documents and is now working on scanning documents for the
Finance department.
➢ We are continuing with our normal business of processing of records requests,
short term rental permits, replats, rezones, CUPs, and consulting regularly with
community members that have questions about the development and use of their
land and helping with applications.
GIS Report:
➢ Selena has started working in her contract position as our GIS technician.
➢ Selena will be working with the Electric department to start the process of
creating better mapping of the electric lines in Seward.
➢ Selena is continuing to work on the zoning map audit to coincide with Courtney's
work that she did earlier for the zoning history. Most of this research is finished.
However, she did ask the Borough if they had any additional information and is
waiting to hear back from them. The mapping application is being worked on
now. A future land use layer will be started soon and will be added to the online
zoning map. The format of the zoning map printed versions will be updated after
the above tasks are finished and will be reviewed later by PZ Commission.
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CALL TO ORDER
The October 3, 2023 regular meeting of the Seward Planning& Zoning Commission
was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Clare Sullivan.
OPENING CEREMONY
Commissioner Charbonneau led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Clare Sullivan presiding, and
Vanessa Verhey Nathaniel Charbonneau
Brenan Hornseth Sean Ulman
Comprising a quorum of the Commission; and
Jason Bickling,Assistant City Manager(Clerk for the
meeting)
Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development
Director
Excused—Vanessa Verhey
Absent—None
Vacancies—Two
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Carol Griswold, inside the city,was opposed to Resolution 2023-015, stating that the plat created non-
conformities that were not allowed in Seward Code.
Vanessa Verhey, inside the city, spoke in favor of Resolution 2023-015, stating that she was the
property owner and that the plat would eliminate various issues with the property including a
prominent encroachment.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Charbonneau/Hornseth) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approval of the September 5, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes
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SPECIAL ORDERS,PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS
Proclamations and Awards—None
City Administration Report.
Acting Community Development Director Courtney Bringhurst gave a verbal report on
the status of the Community Development department.
Other Reports and Announcements—None
Presentations—None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing—None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Resolution 2023-015: of the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Seward, Alaska,
Recommending Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of the Preliminary Replat of Original
Townsite of Seward, Shea Replat, Lot 25A, Block 14; Located at 308 Second Ave; Creating
Seward Original Townsite, Verhey Replat, Lot 25A-1 and Lot 26A, Block 14
Motion* Approve Resolution 2023-015
*(still on the floor from the August 1, 2023 meeting where the Resolution was automatically
tabled for lack of a quorum)
Bringhurst provided a brief history of the property and the allowances that had been
previously made that created the current situation. She directed the Commission to the As-Built
graphic of the two properties to explain how both structures are currently non-conforming due to
not meeting the 5ft side yard setbacks. She stated that the current owners of the property have had
to deal with the oddities and challenges of the irregular shaped lots, some of which include the
encroachments due to the lack of adequate setbacks, and sufficient access to the property from the
alley.
Bringhurst stated that there was no way these properties could be platted to make the
structures conform to all development requirements in code. Both structures would remain
nonconforming structures no matter how these parcels were platted. There were configurations
that would meet more aspects of code than others, but the goal of this replat was to return the lots
to their original standard form to prevent future landowner conflict, reduce and prevent further
encroachments,provide adequate and equal access to the alley, and create property boundaries
that more accurately reflect how the land is actually being used.
Charbonneau said that he supports keeping things in compliance, however, these structures
are out of compliance. He stated that he has a problem with the `L-shaped' lot. He lives on one
and personally knows the difficulty of them. The platting solutions that meet certain aspects of
code all involve creating more"L-shaped" lots.
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Hornseth said that it was a difficult situation, but he is in favor of keeping it simple and
avoiding the "L-shape".
Ulman said that he didn't have any questions, but he appreciated all the information that
was presented to help him understand the situation more clearly.
Sullivan asked if the proposed plat would alleviate or fix any of the non-conformities. She
stated that it is the Commission's purpose to adhere to code and stated that it was important to
have substantial reasons that a decision that which did not adhere to code was in the public's best
interest. Sullivan asked Acting Community Development Director Bringhurst what her
perspective as a Planner was for this complex situation.
Bringhurst stated that the proposed plat would correct one non-conformity and remove an
encroachment on one property but increase a non-conformity on the other property. She stated that
no surrounding properties exceeding the lot coverage requirements in code. Bringhurst said that as
a Planner she likes to have numbers compute cleanly, but that she also understands the importance
of seeing how things are actually functioning on the land. The actual function and use of the
properties matched the proposed plat and did not raise any concerns for creating a lot coverage
non-conformity. Bringhurst asked the Commissioners to think about what challenges they wanted
to avoid in the future on this property. Did the Commission foresee more challenges from a home
that exceeded the lot coverage requirement or more challenges from the"L-shaped"lot and
existing encroachments and lack of access?
Sullivan stated that removing the encroachments and"L-shaped"parcel would improve the
use and enhance the value of the property. Sullivan asked if the utilities have been evaluated on
these parcels and if that is a current issue or potential issue with the proposed plat.
Bringhurst stated that she had spoken with the Electric department, and that they were
originally concerned about a utility easement that went through the "L-shaped"parcel. The
Electric department thought the proposed plat was creating an "L-shaped"lot and advised against
it. Bringhurst informed them that the"L-shaped" lot already existed and that the proposed plat
would return to the lots to their original shapes. The Electric department was very supportive of
this.
Sullivan stated that the issue that stood out the most with this proposed plat was that the
house on the current"L-shaped"lot would become non-conforming by exceeding the minimum
lot coverage requirement.
Hornseth asked for clarification on what the 2003 Shae replat had changed to verify that
before the 2003 replat the lots had been the original 30'x100' rectangular lots.
Sullivan was concerned about setting a precedence for approving non-conformities to code.
Ulman stated that the Commission would only consider another situation like this if it was
also already a non-conforming situation, and the owner was trying to correct the non-conformities
as much as possible.
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Motion Passed Yes: Charbonneau, Ulman, Hornseth
No: Sullivan
NEW BUSINESS
Other New Business Items
Discuss topic for October 17 work session:
Planning & Zoning Commission planned to discuss the Cemetery Management Plan in a joint
work session with Parks and Recreation and the City Clerk.
Bringhurst stated the edits to the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan had
been made and that the updated plan would be presented to the Commission at their next regular
meeting in November.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS
A. Reminder of Meetings
1)Work Session on October 17, 2023 at 6:00 pm.
2)Regular Meeting on November 7, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
3) Commissioner Training Deadline: October 17, 2023
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Griswold stated that she did not believe that the house on the"L-shaped"lot was currently
non-conforming and that the Commission should provide more substantial findings for their
decision to go against the requirements established in City Code.
Verhey thanked the Commission for their approval.
Griswold stated that the issues that were created with the Shae replat should not be what
was being discussed.
COMMISSION AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Charbonneau thanked the administration for putting together all the information for the
meeting.
Ulman also thanked the administration and the audience for the information.
Sullivan acknowledged that it was a tough decision, and that she appreciated hearing both
viewpoints on the subject. Sullivan thanked administration and thanked Jason Bickling for
clerking.
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
Jason Bickling Clare Sullivan
Assistant City Manager(Clerk) Chair
(City Seal)
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Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 7, 2023
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Through: Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development Director
From: Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development Director
Agenda Item: Resolution 2023-018: Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula
Borough Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision,
Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4; Located at 605 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort
Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 6, Lots 6A-5 and 6A-6.
Background and justification:
Attached for the Commission's review and recommendation to the City Council and Kenai
Peninsula Borough Planning Commission is a preliminary replat submitted by AK Lands, Land
Surveying on behalf of the City of Seward.
The parcel is currently owned by the City of Seward and a portion of the land is used by the Electric
department for the Electric building and another portion is managed by Parks and Recreation as a
public ballfield.
To establish congruency of land use, this preliminary plat proposes creating two separate parcels,
one for the electric building and one for the ballfield. Both proposed parcels will remain under city
ownership.
All conditions required by Seward City Code §16.01.015, Conditions to plat approval, were met.
The property owners within 300 feet of the requested replat were notified of the proposed
subdivision, and the property was posted with public notice signage.
In accordance with Borough requirements, the City must review and comment on a plat before
submittal to the Borough for approval.
Subdivision Review:
Zoning: The property is zoned Institutional (Ins).
Size: Lot 6A-5 will be 3.520 acres and Lot 6A-6 will be 6.449 acres.
Utilities: City utilities necessary for each of the current uses on the lots are already available and
connected to the properties.
Existin,- Use: Lot 6A-5 is used by the Electric department for their electric warehouse. Lot 6A-
6 is managed by Parks and Recreation as a public ball field.
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Access: Lot 6A-5 has access to Sea Lion Ave to the north. Lot 6A-6 has access to Coolidge
Drive to the south through a public access road easement granted by the Kenai Peninsula
Borough through their property to the west.
Flood Zone: According to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Floodplain map, the parcels are not
within a FEMA mapped flood zone.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Vol 1, Chapter 3.6.1.1 "Continue to protect and preserve all city parks."
Plan:
Strategic Plan: N/A
Staff Comments
Department Comments No N/A
Comment
Building Department X
Fire Department X
Public Works Easements should be added to
Department the final plat for the water
mains going through the two
properties.
Harbor Department X
Police Department X
Electric Department X
Telecommunications X
Public Comment
Property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the proposed platting action were notified of
this public hearing. Public notice signs were posted on the property and all other public hearing
requirements of Seward City Code §15.01.040 were complied with.
At the time of this publication the Community Development Department has received no public
inquiries. If any correspondence is received after publication of this agenda statement, it will be
submitted to the Commissioners for their review.
ff Recommendation
Commission approve Resolution 2023-018, recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula
Borough Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot
6A-4; Located at 605 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 6, Lots
6A-5 and 6A-6.
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Sponsored by:Applicant
Public Hearing: November 7, 2023
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2023-018
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
AND KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH APPROVAL OF THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF FORT RAYMOND SUBDIVISION, REPLAT
NUMBER 5, LOT 6A-4; LOCATED AT 605 SEA LION AVE; CREATING
FORT RAYMOND SUBDIVISION, REPLAT NUMBER 6, LOTS 6A-5 AND
6A-6
WHEREAS,AK Lands,Land Surveying has submitted a preliminary plat on behalf of the
City of Seward for review and recommendation to the City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough;
and
WHEREAS, the parcel being subdivided is owned by the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS,the current parcel is being utilized for two different uses, and the city wishes
to create separate parcels that will encompass each separate use; and
WHEREAS, the proposed plat will create Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 6,
Lots 6A-5 and 6A-6; and
WHEREAS, proposed Lot 6A-5 is the area that is currently being used by the Electric
department for the Electric building; and
WHEREAS, proposed Lot 6A-6 is the area that is currently being used by the Parks and
Recreation department as a public ballfield; and
WHEREAS, the current parcel is zoned Institutional, and both proposed lots will remain
zoned as such; and
WHEREAS,proposed Lot 6A-5 will be 3.52 acres; and
WHEREAS,proposed 6A-6 will be 6.449 acres; and
WHEREAS, each lot has appropriate connection to city water, sewer, electric, and roads
for the current uses on each parcel; and
WHEREAS, all conditions required by Seward City Code §16.01.015, Conditions to plat
approval, were met; the property owners within 300 feet of the requested replat were notified of
the proposed subdivision, and the property was posted with public notice signage; and
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-018
WHEREAS, it is the Planning and Zoning Commission's responsibility to act in an
advisory capacity to Seward City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough regarding
subdivision plat proposals within the City of Seward.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission,that:
Section 1. The Commission hereby recommends that, in accordance with Seward City
Code Section 16.01.015 (B), the Seward City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough approve the
submittal of the preliminary plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4;
Located at 605 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 6, Lots 6A-5
and 6A-6.
Section 2.This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 7t'day
of November, 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Clare Sullivan, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Community Development/ Planning & Zoning
410 Adams St,Seward,Alaska 99664 •(907)224-4048 • (907) 224-4020
or email: planning@cityofseward.net
PRELIMINARY PLAT SUBMITTAL FORM
❑✓ PRELIMINARY PLAT ❑REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT(no fee required)
PHASED PRELIMINARY PLAT PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR PRIVATE STREETS/GATED SUBDIVISION
All requirements of Seward Code Title 16 apply and must be met.
SUBDIVISION PLAT NAME:must not include business names,contact staff for assistance if needed.
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
legal description Lot 6A-4, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 5, Plat 2023-1
Section,Township,Range Sec. 34, T1 N,R1 W, SM, AK
General area description Ball field Electrical Facilities, and Animal Shelter
City Seward Total Acreage 9.970
SURVEYOR
Company: AK Lands, Land Surveying Contact Person: Stacy Wessel
Mailing Address: PO Box 110485 City,State,Zip Anchorage, AK 99511
Phone: 907-744-LAND e-mail: stacy(�Daklands.com
PROPOSED WASTEWATER AND WATER SUPPLY
WASTEWATER on site❑✓ City WATERQon site❑✓ City
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
A preliminary plat application will be scheduled for the next available Planning and Zoning meeting after
a complete application has been received.
❑✓ Electronic file of Plat and
QPreliminary plat NON-REFUNDABLE submittal fee$75.00-
QCertificate to plat for ALL parcels included in the subdivision
QDocumentation showing proof of signatory authority(partnerships,corporations,estates,trusts,
etc.)
❑Public Notice Sign(s)Posted on property-City staff will contact you to pick up sign
EXCEPTIONS REQUESTED TO PLATTING CODE:A letter,to be presented to the Planning and Zoning
commission,with substantial evidence justifying the requested exception and fully stating the
grounds for the exception request,and the facts relied upon,MUST be attached to this submittal.
1. 2. 3.
KPB 20.30.030 KPB 20.30.210 KPB 20.30.120 and KPB 20.30.190
APPLICANT: SIGNATURES OF ALL LEGAL PROPERTY OWNERS ARE REQUIRED.Additional signature
sheets can be attached.When signing on behalf of another individual,estate,corporation,LLC,
partnership,etc.,documentation is required to show authority of the individual(s)signing.
Contact KPB staff for clarification if needed.
OWNER(s)
Name(printed):Stacy Wessel Signature: 1 �
Phone: 907-744-LAND e-mail: star akl nds.com
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
RECEIVED BY DATE SUBMITTED Receipt #
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The preliminary plat shall be drawn to scale of sufficient size to be clearly legible and shall clearly show the
following:
1. Within the title block: Not applicable The required
to my plat. information has
been shown/noted.
a. Name of the subdivision which shall not be the same as an
existing city,town,tract,or subdivision of land in the
borough,of which a plat has been previously recorded,or
so nearly the same as to mislead the public or cause X
confusion;
b. Legal description,location,date,and total area in acres of
the proposed subdivision;and X
G. Name and address of owner(s),as shown on the KPB
records and the certificate to plat,and registered land
surveyor; X
2. North point;
X
3. The location,width and name of existing or platted streets and
public ways,railroad rights-of-way,and other important features
such as section lines or political subdivisions or municipal X
corporation boundaries abutting the subdivision;
4. A vicinity map,drawn to scale showing location of proposed
subdivision, north arrow if different from plat orientation,township
and range,section lines,roads,political boundaries,and prominent X
natural and manmade features,such as shorelines or streams;
5. All parcels of land including those intended for private ownership
and those to be dedicated for public use or reserved in the deeds
for the use of all property owners in the proposed subdivision, X
together with the purposes,conditions,or limitations of reservations
that could affect the subdivision;
6. The names and widths of public streets and alleys and easements,
existing and proposed,within the subdivision; X
7. Status of adjacent lands,including names of subdivisions,lot lines,
block numbers,lot numbers,rights-of-way;or an indication that the
adjacent land is not subdivided; X
8. Approximate locations of areas subject to inundation,flooding,or
storm water overflow,the line of ordinary high water,wetlands
when adjacent to lakes or non-tidal streams,and the appropriate X
study which identifies a floodplain,if applicable;
9. Approximate locations of areas subject to tidal inundation and the
mean high water line; X
10. Block and lot numbering approximate dimensions and total
numbers of proposed lots; X
11. The approximate location of known existing municipal wastewater
and water mains,and other utilities within the subdivision and
immediately abutting thereto X
12. Contours at suitable intervals when any roads are to be dedicated
unless the planning director or commission finds evidence that road
grades will not exceed 6 percent on arterial streets,and 10 percent X
on other streets;
13. Approximate locations of slopes over 20 percent in grade and if
contours are shown,the areas of the contours that exceed 20 X
percent grade shall be clearly labeled as such;
14. Apparent encroachments,with a statement indicating how the
encroachments will be resolved prior to final plat approval X
Subdivision Name: Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 6 Date 10-9-23
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Letter of Authorization
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Raymond Subdivision Replat Number 1 and authorize AK Lands, Land Surveying LLC to represent me
before the City of Seward and Kenai Peninsula Borough for all requests related to the platting action and
its related activities.
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AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
upon oath, deposes and states:
That she is employed in the Community Development Office of the City of
Seward, Alaska; and that on do L31 20 z3 she mailed a Notice of
Public Hearing to the real property owners within a 300-foot periphery of Fort
Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4; physical address
605 Sea Lion Ave, as prescribed by Seward City Code 15.01.040/16.01.015.
Affirmed and signed this 2- 3 day of c 2023.
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
hereby certify that I have posted a
Notice of Public Hearing, as prescribed by Seward City Code '
15.01.040/16.01.015 on the property located at Fort Raymond
Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4; physical address 605
Sea Lion Ave, the owners of which have petitioned for a Public Hearing to
Replat Lot 6A-4r Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat Number 6, Lots
6A-5 and 6A-6.
The notice was posted on c-h �Y 2o2 , which is
days prior to the public hearing on this petition. I acknowledge this Notice
must be posted in plain sight, maintained and displayed until all public
hearings have been completed.
Affirmed and signed this i day of Och 64- , 2023.
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Signature
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Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 7, 2023
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Through: Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development Director
From: Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development Director
Agenda Item: Resolution 2023-019: Recommending City Council and Kenai Peninsula
Borough Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision,
Replat Number 1, Lot 10A; Located at 905 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort
Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 7, Lots IOA-1 and IOA-2.
Background and justification:
Attached for the Commission's review and recommendation to the City Council and Kenai
Peninsula Borough Planning Commission is a preliminary replat submitted by AK Lands, Land
Surveying on behalf of the City of Seward and Seward City Tours.
The City of Seward currently owns all of Lot IOA. On August 41', 2023, Seward City Tours sent
the City Manager a letter requesting discussion with City Council regarding a proposal to purchase
the north portion of Lot 10A.
On September 11, 2023, the City Council approved Resolution 2023-099, which authorized the
City Manager to enter into and execute the purchase and sale agreement and related documents
with Seward City Tours for the sale of 1.40 acres of land on the northern portion of Lot 10A.
One of the required related documents in order to process the sale of the 1.40 acres is an approved
replat of the parcel separating the northern 1.40 acre portion from the rest of the property. The
remaining southern portion of the property will continue under ownership of the City of Seward.
All conditions required by Seward City Code §16.01.015, Conditions to plat approval, were met.
The property owners within 300 feet of the requested replat were notified of the proposed
subdivision, and the property was posted with public notice signage.
In accordance with Borough requirements, the City must review and comment on a plat before
submittal to the Borough for approval.
Subdivision Review:
Zoning: The property is zoned Institutional (Ins).
Vze: Lot I0A-1 will be 1.40 acres (60,992 square feet) and Lot 10A-2 will be 0.716 acres
(31,180 square feet).
Utilities: All city utilities are already available to be easily connected to the property.
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Existing Use: The parcel is currently vacant and has a 100' wide utility easement running east
to west on the southern portion of the property.
Access: Both lots have access to Dimond Blvd and Lot 10A-1 has access to Sea Lion Ave.
Flood Zone: According to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Floodplain map, the parcels are not
within a mapped FEMA flood zone.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Vol 1, Chapter 3.1.1.4 "Support and encourage the growth of business."
Plan: Vol 1, Chapter 3.2.1 "Promote residential and commercial development
within the city of Seward and its vicinity in accordance with community
values."
Strategic Plan: N/A
Staff Comments
Department Comments No N/A
Comment
Building Department X
Fire Department X
Public Works X
Department
Harbor Department X
Police Department X
Electric Department X
Telecommunications X
Public Comment
Property owners within three hundred (300) feet of the proposed platting action were notified of
this public hearing. Public notice signs were posted on the property and all other public hearing
requirements of Seward City Code §15.01.040 were complied with.
At the time of this publication the Community Development Department has received no public
inquiries. If any correspondence is received after publication of this agenda statement, it will be
submitted to the Commissioners for their review.
ONE Recommendation
Commission approve Resolution 2023-019, recommending Seward City Council and Kenai
Peninsula Borough Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat
Number 1, Lot 10A; Located at 905 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat
Number 7, Lots 10A-1 and 10A-2.
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Sponsored by:Applicant
Public Hearing: November 7, 2023
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2023-019
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
AND KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH APPROVAL OF THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF FORT RAYMOND SUBDIVISION, REPLAT
NUMBER 1, LOT 10A; LOCATED AT 905 SEA LION AVE; CREATING
FORT RAYMOND SUBDIVISION,REPLAT NUMBER 7,LOTS 10A-1 AND
10A-2
WHEREAS,AK Lands, Land Surveying. has submitted a preliminary plat on behalf of
the City of Seward and Seward City Tours for review and recommendation to the City Council and
Kenai Peninsula Borough; and
WHEREAS,the parcel being subdivided,located at 905 Sea Lion Ave, is currently owned
by the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2023, the City Council approved Resolution 2023-099
authorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute the purchase and sale agreement and related
documents with Seward City Tours for the sale of 1.40 acres of land from Lot 10A, Fort Raymond
Subdivision, Replat No. 1; and
WHEREAS, the proposed preliminary plat is subdividing Lot l0A into two parcels, Lot
10A-1, which will be sold to Seward City Tours, and Lot 10A-2, which will remain under
ownership of the City of Seward; and
WHEREAS, proposed Lot 10A-1 will be 1.40 acres and Lot 10A-2 will be 0.716 acres;
and
WHEREAS,the parcels are currently zoned Institutional (Ins); and
WHEREAS,the parcels are not located within a mapped FEMA flood zone; and
WHEREAS, City water, sewer, electric, and roads are currently available to all three
parcels; and
WHEREAS, all conditions required by Seward City Code §16.01.015, Conditions to plat
approval, were met; the property owners within 300 feet of the requested replat were notified of
the proposed subdivision, and the property was posted with public notice signage; and
WHEREAS, it is the Planning and Zoning Commission's responsibility to act in an
advisory capacity to Seward City Council and the Kenai Peninsula Borough regarding
subdivision plat proposals within the City of Seward.
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-019
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission,that:
Section 1. The Commission hereby recommends that, in accordance with Seward City
Code Section 16.01.015 (B), the Seward City Council and Kenai Peninsula Borough approve the
submittal of the preliminary plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 1, Lot 10A;
Located at 905 Sea Lion Ave; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 7, Lots 10A-1
and 10A-2.
Section 2.This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 7th day
of November, 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Clare Sullivan, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Community Development/ Planning & Zoning
410 Adams St,Seward,Alaska 99664 •(907)224-4048 • (907) 224-4020
or email: planning@cityofseward.net
PRELIMINARY PLAT SUBMITTAL FORM
❑✓ PRELIMINARY PLAT ❑REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT(no fee required)
PHASED PRELIMINARY PLAT PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR PRIVATE STREETS/GATED SUBDIVISION
All requirements of Seward Code Title 16 apply and must be met.
SUBDIVISION PLAT NAME:must not include business names,contact staff for assistance if needed.
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
legal description Lot 6A-4, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 5, Plat 2023-1
Section,Township,Range Sec. 34, T1 N,R1 W, SM, AK
General area description Ball field Electrical Facilities, and Animal Shelter
City Seward Total Acreage 9.970
SURVEYOR
Company: AK Lands, Land Surveying Contact Person: Stacy Wessel
Mailing Address: PO Box 110485 City,State,Zip Anchorage, AK 99511
Phone: 907-744-LAND e-mail: stacy(�Daklands.com
PROPOSED WASTEWATER AND WATER SUPPLY
WASTEWATER on site FZ]City WATERQon site7City
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
A preliminary plat application will be scheduled for the next available Planning and Zoning meeting after
a complete application has been received.
❑✓ Electronic file of Plat and
QPreliminary plat NON-REFUNDABLE submittal fee$75.00-
QCertificate to plat for ALL parcels included in the subdivision
QDocumentation showing proof of signatory authority(partnerships,corporations,estates,trusts,
etc.)
❑Public Notice Sign(s)Posted on property-City staff will contact you to pick up sign
EXCEPTIONS REQUESTED TO PLATTING CODE:A letter,to be presented to the Planning and Zoning
commission,with substantial evidence justifying the requested exception and fully stating the
grounds for the exception request,and the facts relied upon,MUST be attached to this submittal.
1. 2. 3.
KPB 20.30.030 KPB 20.30.210 KPB 20.30.120
APPLICANT: SIGNATURES OF ALL LEGAL PROPERTY OWNERS ARE REQUIRED.Additional signature
sheets can be attached.When signing on behalf of another individual,estate,corporation,LLC,
partnership,etc.,documentation is required to show authority of the individual(s)signing.
Contact KPB staff for clarification if needed.
OWNER(s)
Name(printed):Stacy Wessel Signature:
Phone: 907-744-LAND e-mail: star aklands.com
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
RECEIVED BY DATE SUBMITTED Receipt #
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The preliminary plat shall be drawn to scale of sufficient size to be clearly legible and shall clearly show the
following:
1. Within the title block: Not applicable The required
to my plat. information has
been shown/noted.
a. Name of the subdivision which shall not be the same as an
existing city,town,tract,or subdivision of land in the
borough,of which a plat has been previously recorded,or
so nearly the same as to mislead the public or cause X
confusion;
b. Legal description,location,date,and total area in acres of
the proposed subdivision;and X
G. Name and address of owner(s),as shown on the KPB
records and the certificate to plat,and registered land
surveyor; X
2. North point;
X
3. The location,width and name of existing or platted streets and
public ways,railroad rights-of-way,and other important features
such as section lines or political subdivisions or municipal X
corporation boundaries abutting the subdivision;
4. A vicinity map,drawn to scale showing location of proposed
subdivision, north arrow if different from plat orientation,township
and range,section lines,roads,political boundaries,and prominent X
natural and manmade features,such as shorelines or streams;
5. All parcels of land including those intended for private ownership
and those to be dedicated for public use or reserved in the deeds
for the use of all property owners in the proposed subdivision, X
together with the purposes,conditions,or limitations of reservations
that could affect the subdivision;
6. The names and widths of public streets and alleys and easements,
existing and proposed,within the subdivision; X
7. Status of adjacent lands,including names of subdivisions,lot lines,
block numbers,lot numbers,rights-of-way;or an indication that the
adjacent land is not subdivided; X
8. Approximate locations of areas subject to inundation,flooding,or
storm water overflow,the line of ordinary high water,wetlands
when adjacent to lakes or non-tidal streams,and the appropriate X
study which identifies a floodplain,if applicable;
9. Approximate locations of areas subject to tidal inundation and the
mean high water line; X
10. Block and lot numbering approximate dimensions and total
numbers of proposed lots; X
11. The approximate location of known existing municipal wastewater
and water mains,and other utilities within the subdivision and
immediately abutting thereto X
12. Contours at suitable intervals when any roads are to be dedicated
unless the planning director or commission finds evidence that road
grades will not exceed 6 percent on arterial streets,and 10 percent X
on other streets;
13. Approximate locations of slopes over 20 percent in grade and if
contours are shown,the areas of the contours that exceed 20 X
percent grade shall be clearly labeled as such;
14. Apparent encroachments,with a statement indicating how the
encroachments will be resolved prior to final plat approval X
Subdivision Name: Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 7 Date 10-9-23
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Letter of Authorization
am the owner or authorized agent of Lot 10A, Fort
Raymond Subdivision Replat Number 1 and authorize AK Lands, Land Surveying LLC to represent me
before the Seward City Tours, City of Seward, and Kenai Peninsula Borough for all requests related to the
platting action and its related activities.
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CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
upon oath, deposes and states:
That she is employed in the Community Development Office of the City of
Seward, Alaska; and that on c.f-o -z 2�23 she mailed a Notice of
Public Hearing to the real property owners within a 300-foot periphery of Fort
Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 1, Lot 10A; physical address
905 Sea Lion Ave, as prescribed by Seward City Code 15.01.040/16.01.015.
Affirmed and signed this Z3 day of Ocwbe-e 2023.
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
if Y'l.^G �Ur- , hereby certify that I have posted a
Notice of Public Hearing, as prescribed by Seward City Code '
15.01.040/16.01.015 on the property located at Fort Raymond
Subdivision, Replat Number 1, Lot 10A; physical address 905
Sea Lion Ave, the owners of which have petitioned for a Public Hearing to
Replat Lot 10A• Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 7, Lots
10A-1 and 10A-2.
The notice was posted on Ucf-oG ` y 2 0 Z 3 , which is
days prior to the public hearing on this petition. I acknowledge this Notice
must be posted in plain sight, maintained and displayed until all public
hearings have been completed.
Affirmed and signed this day of Oc66�e-r , 2023.
Signature
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Planning and Zoning Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 7, 2023
To: Planning and Zoning Commission
Through: Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development Director
From: Courtney Bringhurst,Acting Community Development Director
Agenda Item: Resolution 2023-020: Recommending City Council Adoption of the
Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan —2023 Update
Background and justification:
The City of Seward is the owner and custodian of various parcels of public lands. The first
Municipal Lands Management Plan was adopted by Council Resolution 95-039 in May of 1995
and added to the City Code by Ordinance 95-17 by reference in the Seward Comprehensive Plan.
As stated in the Seward Comprehensive Plan, the City should update the MLIMP as needed to
facilitate economic development.
In November of 2014, the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan (MLIMP) was
updated to reflect more accurately the existing and proposed uses of the municipal lands.
During the winter of 2022,the MLIMP was updated to include higher quality maps and to improve
the organizational structure. These updates were approved by City Council through Resolution
2022-107. However, due to the extensiveness of the updates and new map imagery that came out
after the approval of the 2022 update, additional updates were required in 2023.
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public work session on 09/19/23 to review these
additional updates to the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan.
Intent:
To provide a recommendation to Council on the adoption of the 2023 updates to the Municipal
Lands Inventory and Management Plan.
1119 Com rehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Vol 1, Chapter 3.2.1.1 — "Update, as needed, the Municipal Lands
Plan: Management Plan."
Strategic Plan: N/A
Other: Seward City Code §15.05.015(7) -Incorporation of additional documents:
The Municipal Lands Management Plan is a supporting document to the
Comprehensive Plan.
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Recommendation
Commission approve Resolution 2023-020, recommending City Council adopt the Municipal
Lands Inventory and Management Plan as presented.
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Sponsored by: Staff
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2023-020
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
ADOPTION OF THE MUNICIPAL LANDS INVENTORY AND
MANAGEMENT PLAN—2023 UPDATE
WHEREAS,the City of Seward is the owner and custodian of public lands; and
WHEREAS, having an accurate inventory of municipally owned lands is necessary to
make informed land management decisions; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to have a plan for the current existing and proposed uses of
municipal lands; and
WHEREAS, Seward City Code 15.05.015 adopted by reference the Municipal Lands
Management Plan as part of the Seward Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the original Municipal Lands Management Plan was adopted by Council
Resolution 95-039 on May 22, 1995, and updated December 8, 2014 by City Council Resolution
2014-095; and
WHEREAS,the formatting for the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan was
updated and adopted by City Council Resolution 2022-107; and
WHEREAS, additional updates to parcel information, map images, and leases were
needed after the 2022 update; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public work session on
09/17/2023 to review and make these updates to the plan, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning
Commission that:
Section 1. The Commission recommends Council approval of the Municipal Lands
Inventory and Management Plan—2023 update, as attached.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission this 7th day
of November, 2023.
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-020
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Clare Sullivan, Chair
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
VACANT:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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2023-2024
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City of Seward Kat Sorensen Jason Bickling
City Hall City Manager Assistant City Manager
410 Adams Street ksorensen@cityofseward.net jbickling@cityofseward.net
Seward, AK 99664 907-224-4012 907-224-4066
CONTENTS
Contents...................................................................................................................1
Acknowledgements...................................................................................................5
Introduction..............................................................................................................6
GeneralProvisions.....................................................................................................7
CityCode..................................................................................................................7
FairMarket Value.......................................................................................................7
Nominations..............................................................................................................7
FundClassification.....................................................................................................7
Acquisition................................................................................................................8
MunicipalEntitlement.................................................................................................8
StateSelections.........................................................................................................8
Tidelands..................................................................................................................8
Donations/Gifts..........................................................................................................8
Eminent Domains/Condemnations...............................................................................8
Tax/Lien Foreclosure...................................................................................................9
Purchase...................................................................................................................9
Trade/Exchange.........................................................................................................9
Disposal....................................................................................................................9
Sale.........................................................................................................................9
Lease.......................................................................................................................10
Trade/Exchange.......................................................................................................10
Right of Ways, Encroachments,and Easements...........................................................11
Rightof Ways..........................................................................................................11
Encroachments........................................................................................................11
Easements...............................................................................................................11
Access.....................................................................................................................12
Levees....................................................................................................................12
Utility......................................................................................................................12
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Map1. Atlas............................................................................................................13
Public Facility Lands - General (Map 2.).....................................................................14
Map 3. City Hall and Fire Hall....................................................................................15
Map 4. City Hall Annex and Seward Community Library and Museum.............................18
Map 5. Public Works Facility/Former Animal Shelter Site..............................................20
Map 6. Seward Animal Shelter...................................................................................22
Map 7. Senior Center, Boys & Girls Club.....................................................................24
Map 8. Providence Seward Medical and Care Center..................................................26
Map 9. Parks & Recreation Warehouse.......................................................................28
Map 10. Seward Mountain Haven Long Term Care Facility............................................30
Public Facility Lands - Seward Boat Harbor (Map 11.).................................................32
Map 12. Harbormaster Building, Center Parking Lot....................................................33
Map 13. Northeast Parking Lot, Northeast Launch Ramp.............................................35
Map 14. North Parking Lot, Pump Station #2..............................................................37
Map15. South Parking Lot........................................................................................39
Map 16. South Uplands Parking Lot, South Launch Lot, South Launch Ramp 2..............41
Map17. Travel Lift Dock............................................................................................43
Map 18. Seward Boat Harbor Basin............................................................................45
Public Facilities Land - SMIC (Map 19.)......................................................................47
Map 20. Harbormaster Building, Ship Lift Rails, Vessel Washdown Facility.....................48
Map 21. Docks, Basin and Breakwater.......................................................................50
Map22. Rock Quarry................................................................................................52
Map 23. Interior Service Roads..................................................................................54
Public Facilities Land - Water and Watershed (Map 24.)..............................................56
Map 25. Gateway Water Tank and North Water Storage Tank and Pumping Facility..........57
Map 26. Mount Marathon Trails and Lowell Creek Diversion Tunnel and Outflow...........59
Map 27. Lowell Point Sewage Treatment and Lagoon..................................................62
Public Facility Lands - Rivers/Streams - Conservation Lands (Map 28.).........................64
Map 29. Resurrection River Floodway (East of Airport)................................................65
Map 30. Scheffler Creek Watershed &Viewshed.........................................................67
Map 31. Japanese Creek North Forest Acres Levee Parcels..........................................69
Map 32. Fourth of July Creek Levee...........................................................................71
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Public Facility Lands - Cemeteries (Map 33.)..............................................................73
Map 34. Cemeteries Within City Limits........................................................................74
Map 35. Cemetery Outside City Limits.........................................................................76
Public Facility Lands - Parks and Campgrounds (Map 36.).............................................78
Map 37. Forest Acres Park, Campground, and Bike Park..............................................79
Map 38. Parks Near Dora Way...................................................................................81
Map39. Harbor Parks...............................................................................................83
Map 40. Two Lakes Park and Hulm Lane Lot...............................................................85
Map 41. Mt Marathon Hiking Trail Trailhead (Jeep Trail)...............................................87
Map 42. Lowell Canyon Picnic Area and Mt Marathon Race Trail Trailhead........................89
Map43. Downtown Parks.........................................................................................91
Map 44. Waterfront Park and Campground.................................................................94
Map 45. Spring Creek Campground............................................................................98
Map 46. Fourth of July Beach....................................................................................101
Public Facility Lands - Electric System Infrastructure (Map 47.)..................................104
Map 48. Electric Utility Facility, Water Well, and Citizen's Ballfield...............................105
Map 49. Electric Storage Yard..................................................................................107
Map 50. SMIC Electric Substation.............................................................................109
Map51. Transmission Line......................................................................................111
Leased Lands - Seward Boat Harbor (Map 52.).........................................................113
Map 53. Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Saltwater Safari Company........114
Map 54. Boardwalk Sites.........................................................................................116
Map55. Harbor Leases............................................................................................119
Map 56. Northeast Harbor Leases............................................................................124
Map 57. Fiber Optic Cable Landing............................................................................127
Map 58.Airport Aviation and Hazard Easement Area...................................................129
Lease Lands - SMIC Area (Map 59.).........................................................................131
Map 60. Cellular Phone Tower..................................................................................132
Map 61. Electronic Sites..........................................................................................134
Map62. SMIC Leases..............................................................................................136
Map63. Sawmill Tideland........................................................................................142
Leased Lands - other than SMIC and the Seward Boat Harbor (Map 64.)...............................144
Map 65. Resurrection Bay Seafoods...........................................................................145
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Map 66. Waterfront Tracts- South............................................................................147
Map 67. Waterfront Tracts - North............................................................................150
Map 68. Seward Chamber of Commerce...................................................................152
Map 69. Seward Military Resort...............................................................................154
Land Leased to the City (Map 70.)...........................................................................156
Map 71. J Dock Used Oil Shed & Fish Cleaning Stations.............................................157
Map 72. Seward Boat Harbor Z Float and East Breakwater........................................159
Map 73. Hemlock Street Water Well........................................................................161
Map 74. Iron Mountain Shooting Range...........................................................163
Vacant Lands and Tidelands - other than SMIC Lease Area (Map 75.).......................165
Map 76. 328 Fourth Avenue.........................................................................166
Map 77. Fort Raymond Vacant Lots - South of Sea Lion Ave............................168
Map 78. Fort Raymond Vacant Lot - North of Hemlock Ave.............................171
Map 79. Bayview Vacant Lot.........................................................................173
Map 80. Marathon Addition Vacant Lot (204 Lowell Canyon Road)...................175
Map 81. Tideland Unsubdivided Remainder....................................................177
Map 82. Nash Road Properties and Tidelands................................................179
Map 83. Nash Road / SMIC Bench and Fourth of July Creek Valley..................182
Vacant Lands - Lands Available for Lease SMIC Area (Map 84.).................................185
Map 85. Lands Available for Lease in SMIC Area............................................186
Map 86. SMIC Vacant Lots - Block 10............................................................190
SurplusLand........................................................................................................192
Tax Foreclosed Property.........................................................................................192
Lands to Consider for Acquisition (Map 87.).............................................................193
Map 88. Lands to Consider for Acquisition......................................................194
General Policy Recommendations............................................................................196
PlanImplementation.............................................................................................196
Priorities by Planning and Zoning Commission..........................................................197
Proposed Action Items...........................................................................................197
ShortTerm (<1 year)..................................................................................197
LongTerm (>1 year)...................................................................................198
Appendix...............................................................................................................199
Accomplishments.........................................................................................199
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
City Council
Sue McClure, Mayor
John Osenga, Vice Mayor
Mike Calhoon
Randy Wells
Kevin Finch
Bob Barnwell
Julie Crites
Planning and Zoning Commission
Clare Sullivan, Chair
Vanessa Verhey, Vice Chair
Nathaniel Charbonneau
Brenan Hornseth
Sean Ulman
City Staff
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Jason Bickling, Assistant City Manager
Courtney Bringhurst, Acting Community Development Director
Norm Regis, Harbormaster
Selena Soto, GIS Technician
Cover Photo
Jodi Kurtz, Photographer
Maps
Selena Soto, GIS Technician
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INTRODUCTION
Public lands are a finite community asset held in trust. This document addresses the City of Seward's
(the City) land asset holdings and needs. The issues related directly to the management of City-
owned lands are numerous:
• Land management decisions are being made without full knowledge of City-owned lands.
• How should the City determine a fair return to the community for the use of public lands?
• City-owned lands such as the Public Works facility, Boulder Field, Parks and Recreation warehouse,
and Fort Raymond, may not be achieving their best and highest use.
• How should funds from the disposal of public lands be used?
• The City has not completed its selection of state entitlement lands.
• Do we have sufficient lands to accommodate future public facilities (new fire station, new police/
safety station, new City Hall, new Parks and Recreaction maintenance/warehouse facility, new
Public Works facility, new sewage lagoon, and expanded harbor facilities) and transportation
needs?
• Is the City taking the greatest advantage of its land as a source of direct and indirect revenues?
Whereas the Municipal Land Inventory and Use Plan segment of the Comprehensive Plan is the
primary tool to ensure quality community land use arrangements, this Municipal Lands Management
Plan is a component that will provide an action guide specifically for the management of City-owned
lands.
The goals of the plan are to:
• Provide an inventory of City-owned lands, describing their present and proposed uses
• Assist in establishing a successful land management program by identifying:
• City lands surplus for disposal (sale or trade)
• Land acquisition needs for future public facility development
• Lands for economic development
• Assist in implementing the Seward Comprehensive Plan
The Municipal Lands Management Plan was adopted in May 1995 and updated as the Municipal Lands
Inventory and Management Plan in 2014. In 2022, the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management
Plan was majorly updated. The major reformat includes a map atlas and over 85 new individual
maps. All City-owned lands have been individually updated on enclosed tables and maps. City Council
approved this major revision on October 24th, 2022 (Res 2022-107). This document will be reviewed
and updated annually, and a list of future improvements and non-urgent revision items will be
maintained.
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GENERAL PROVISIONS
City Code: Seward City Code (SCC) Chapter 7.05 is the basis for all municipal land
transactions and defines "Real Property"as an estate or holding in land including tide and submerged
lands, or improvements thereon.
Fair Market Value: SCC 7.05 states that unless otherwise found to be in the public interest,
the City may not dispose of any real property interest without an appraisal of the fair market value.
Fair market value is defined as the highest price, described in terms of money, which the property
would bring if exposed for sale for a reasonable time in the open market, with a seller, willing to buy,
both being fully informed of all the purposes for which the property is best adapted or could be used.
Once that appraised fair market value is determined, the property may not be sold for less than that
amount without a finding in the public interest by the City Council.
Nominations: Although this plan will identify lands for disposal through sale or exchange,
City Resolution 94-101 outlines procedures for the nominating public lands for disposal. Resolution
94-101 procedure allows individual entrepreneurs to make recommendations for specific lands
without publicly revealing their particular development plans.
Fund Classification: Within the City's accounting functions, there are different fund
types. The General Fund includes government-wide functions such as the Fire Department, Police
Department, Public Works: Streets, Community Development Department, Parks and Recreation
Department, Community Library and Museum, and other services provided to the public as a whole.
Each City enterprise such as the Harbor, Electric Utility, Parking, and Water/Sewer Utility has a
separate fund to account for its specialized activity. Each of these funds has land associated with its
operation such as electric substation, sewer treatment plant and harbor uplands. Although land is
not a depreciated asset, it may be a vehicle to generate revenues through leases or user fees which
benefit that enterprise fund.
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ACQUISITION
This section will discuss the following means of acquisition: municipal entitlement, state selection,
tidelands, donations/gifts, eminent domains/condemnations, tax/lien foreclosure, purchase, and
trade/exchange. City Code defines "acquisition"as obtaining ownership and holding real property
within or outside the city boundaries by purchase, gift, donation, grant, dedication, exchange,
redemption, purchase or equity redemption, operation of law, tax or lien foreclosure, adverse
possession, condemnation or declaration of taking, annexation, or by any other lawful means of
conveyance.
Municipal Entitlement: State law allows local governments to acquire certain public lands.
State Selections: The Alaska Statehood Act allowed the State to select 400,000 acres of
national forest lands for community expansion, development and recreation. Municipalities (cities
and boroughs) were authorized to select certain state lands within their corporate limits. The City
has acquired 515 acres of its authorized 565-acre entitlement. In an attempt to work with the State
on the remaining entitlement lands, the State has noted there are no lands available for selection
within the municipality at this time. Should new lands become available the City will apply.
Recommendation: Budget time and attention to apply for the remaining municipal
entitlement. Possible State land to watch is: 408 B Street, now that the State DOT shop
has moved to Mile 22.
Tidelands: Alaska Statutes provide for municipalities to request and receive patent to state
owned tidelands within its corporate limits. The City has acquired two such patents; 1330 acres
stretching from Resurrection Bay Seafoods (historically known as Anderson Dock) north along the
Waterfront Park shoreline and across the head of the Resurrection Bay to Nash Road; and 92 acres
at Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC). The remaining tidelands within the City include those
on the west side of the bay, south of Resurrection Bay Seafoods. Some tidelands have been filled to
accommodate commercial and industrial development such as the Seward Boat Harbor, railroad dock,
Waterfront Tracts, and SMIC. Although the City deeded some tidelands to the U.S. Government for
construction of the Seward Boat Harbor basin, breakwater, and railroad dock, the Corps of Engineers
determined that an easement would have been sufficient for the Seward Boat Harbor project and
have deeded those harbor basin tidelands back to the City.
Recommendation: Budget time and attention to applying for the remainder of
State tidelands and replatting as needed.
Donation/Gift: On occasion private individuals have donated land to the City, usually for park
purposes. Most notable examples of this have been around the Lagoon.
Eminent Domain/Condemnation: Government has the legal authority to acquire or"take"
private property for public purpose upon paying fair market compensation to the owner. This type of
acquisition is generally used only as a last resort after other acquisition efforts have failed.
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ACQUISITION
Tax/Lien Foreclosure: State statutes require that tax foreclosed property within the city
limits be deeded to the City. It gives the City the opportunity to declare by ordinance whether
a foreclosed property is needed for a public purpose. If so, all redemption avenues by the
former owner are closed. If property is not needed for a public use, the former owner has first
right of redemption for up to 10 years. Any funds over and above taxes, penalties, interest and
administrative costs gained from the sale of tax foreclosed property are made available to the former
property owner within the 10-year limit.
Purchase: Many of the City's parcels have been purchased from private landowners. Such
purchases are generally based on a fair market appraisal value. Funding for such purchases is on a
cash available basis from appropriated funds.
Recommendation: Establish a Land Bank where funds acquired from the sale of
surplus property accrue to a special account for acquisition of other needed lands, or
other development purposes.
Trade/Exchange: The City has acquired some lands through trades with private and public
sources.
DISPOSAL
Seward City Code defines ""disposition"as the transfer of City interest in real property by warranty
or quitclaim deed, easement, grant, permit, license, deed of trust, mortgage, contract of sale of real
property, plat dedication, lease, tax deed, will, or other lawful method or mode of conveyance or
grant.
Sale: After conducting a public hearing, City Council may approve the negotiated, sealed bid
or public outcry auction sale of public property. The sale price or minimum bid price must be at fair
market value unless otherwise found to be in the public interest by the Council. The sale of land
converts a capital asset to cash which accrues to the City's general fund or one of the enterprise
funds. It may then be appropriated through the budget process to many different uses. There has
been increasing discussions about establishing a Land Bank fund in which the proceeds for land sales
would accrue for the acquisition of future municipal lands, thereby benefiting present and future
citizens and promoting the orderly development and achievements of the goals of the Comprehensive
Plan.
Recommendation: Establish a Land Bank where funds acquired from the sale of
surplus property accrue to a special account for acquisition of other needed lands, public
infrastructure, and development support.
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DISPOSAL
Lease: City Council Resolution 94-101 established the most recent policy and procedure
relating to the lease of public lands. The essential terms and conditions of City leases generally
include length of the lease, rental rate, and development requirements. With the exception of those
to the state or federal government, all leases require proof of liability insurance naming the City as an
insured party. Leases are allowed to be assigned or sublet with written City consent. A condition of
any sublet consent is that the City receives a copy of the sublet agreement including the rental value.
This information is important to the City in the development of fair market land values.
Although the Comprehensive Plan suggests that the City continues to dispose of commercial
and industrial public land through long term leases rather than sale; lessees continue to lobby for the
fee simple transfer of their sites. Although the sale of these lands would generate a large one-time
cash infusion to the City, it would have a significant long term adverse impact on annual City budgets.
Leases currently generate revenues of over $554,000.00 per year; and this amount generally
increases over time due to periodic appraisal adjustments and new leases. These lost revenues
would have to be offset in some manner in the budget process. Note: Preliminary estimates of
interest that might be earned from the deposited projected lease site sale income show that it will
not replace lease income revenues.
Recommendation: Support the Comprehensive Plan using multiple strategies
including development, leasing, land swaps, and sales to get the optimal use of
commercial and industrial lands.
City lands are normally leased at fair market rental rates based on a percent of fee simple land
value. The City uses an 8% rate and leased lands are appraised every five years to make sure the
value is current. Reviews of other community and public agency lease policies show that this rate
varies from 6% to 10% throughout the state. The lower rates appear to apply where there is strong
desire to encourage development and higher rates where the demand for land is high.
Trade/Exchange: The City has disposed of substantial acreage through land trades with
both public agencies and private individuals.
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RIGHT OF WAYS, ENCROACHMENTS, AND EASEMENTS
Right of Ways (ROWsh. While Right of Ways normally do not convey any warranty or title
interest and are not considered real property under general accounting procedures; they are a part
of the City's overall land management efforts. These are lands acquired by reservation, dedication,
forced dedication, prescription, or condemnation and intended to be used for public access, roads,
trails, parking, and utilities. Rights of Way are normally dedicated to the public during the subdivision
platting process, and there is usually no deed transferring ownership. They generally fall under the
management authority of the local municipality providing road services. All ROWs within the City are
under City jurisdiction, except for Third Avenue/Seward Highway, Airport Road and a small portion of
Nash Road which are State ROW. The City is responsible for developed as well as dedicated but yet
un-developed Right of Ways (streets and alleys). There are platted Right of Ways which will never be
developed or used because of topography and there are additional Right of Ways that the City should
plan for in the future.
Recommendation:
a) Vacate otherwise undevelopable Right of Ways to enlarge and/or consolidate
adjacent lands. (Note: This is generally accomplished when adjacent lands are replatted)
b) Plan Right of Ways acquisition to access developable land, both public and
private.
c) Modify and enforce the City Code to prevent the use of Right of Ways for the
storage of personal property such as trailers, inoperable / unlicensed motor vehicles,
junk, and commercial equipment.
Encroachments: City Code provides for issuance of permits to allow an encroaching structure
to remain on public right of way for the life of the structure. The purpose of this provision is to
legitimize older structures that have been inadvertently constructed across a property line into a
public right of way. It is not intended to condone trespassing or to allow construction in the public
right of way. Most encroachments occur in the older central part of town because of small lots and
zero lot line construction. They are generally discovered as a result of as-built surveys done during
financing.
Easements: An easement is a right given by a land owner to another party for a specific
limited use. The property owner retains title to the property. Government agencies generally
authorize or convey such uses by permit. Generally, easements and permits are granted for access,
public utilities and flood control devices on subdivision plats and by separate individual agreements.
The City Code authorizes the City to grant easements not to exceed 20 years. The Community
Development Department is continuing to catalog and inventory recorded and platted easements and
permits issued to the City.
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RIGHT OF WAYS, ENCROACHMENTS, AND EASEMENTS
Recommendation:
a) Maintain an accurate and complete inventory data base of all easements.
b) Work to obtain legal access/utility easements within the Clearview
Subdivision
c) Review easements and extension options after 20 years
Access: Lowell Point Road is the most notable example of an access agreement held by the
City. It is by permit from the State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources. The City has also
retained numerous access easements on the Spring Creek Correctional Center to allow City crews to
serve public utility systems. Afognak Beach is accessed from Nash Road ROW. Spring Creek Beach is
accessed from an unnamed gravel road paralleling Spring Creek. The North Boat Basin is accessed
from the public boat launch ramp. Fourth of July beach is accessed from Jellison Avenue to Delphin
Street to Sorrel Road.
Levees: The City has easements for a number of flood control levees. One is alongside
Gateway Subdivision for upper Japanese Creek, continuing along the West property lines of Afognak
Acres Subdivision to Dieckgraeff Road. To the south of Japanese Creek, there is an easement at the
west end of the North Forest Acres Levee and Dieckgraeff Road Right of Way extends to the Seward
Highway. A levee is located on the south side of Spruce Creek at Lowell Point to protect the sewage
lagoon. Another levee to the north of Fourth of July Creek has a legal description of Tract B, Fourth
of July Creek Subdivision.
Utility: Water, sewer and electric are the most common easements held by the City. They are
generally very specific as to size and location. In some instances, a land owner will place conditions
on an easement relative to cutting trees or for a specific time period.
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MAP ATL
Map 1. Map Atlas shows all parcels owned by the City of Seward, lands leased to the City of Seward,
as well as lands considered for acquisition. Map groups were guided by parcels listed under sections
within the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan (2014 Update). At times, parcels within
close proximity to each other under the same section guided grouping parcels together. The text that
follows describes the parcels in each map group and summarizes the recommended retention status
for the parcels.
Map 1. Map Atlas
h1ap 49.Electric Map 35.Cemr#ery :.:5p 51.Transmas on Line rouse Lake and Bear
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Map 39.Harbor Parks [{j Map 81.Tdeland subdivided Remainder
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Map 82.Nash Road Rraperti Es and Tidelands
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Map 13-1a Poking Lots
Map 44.Waterfront Park Map 1$.South Uplands Parking h1ep83.Nash RaW BenchA-
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Map T.Senior Center hip 72.East Breakwater
Map 43.Downtown Parks
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Map 8.Providence Medical Cents Map 20.Ship Lift Rails,Vessel Washdown Facility
dwell Point Area Map2$ Lowell Creek Diversion Tunnel Map 21.Dods,Basin,Breakwater
Map 41.Mt Marathon Trailhead M ervice ap 23.Interior S Roads
Map 42.Lowell Canyon Picnic Wear Map 45.Spring Creek Campground Map 4$.Fourth of July beach
Map SO.Marathon Addn Vacant Lot Map$2.SMIC Lees
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Map 3. City Hall and Fire Hall
City Hall
The City owns four public buildings that include City Hall, parking lots, a storage building,
communication tower, equipment shed and satellite dishes. These public buildings were acquired
from the state, through private purchase, and tax foreclosure. The City Hall building was constructed
in 1966 by the Army Corps of Engineers during post-earthquake reconstruction. Areas of the
structure are leased to the State. In 2021, Community Development moved into the building. The
storage building was built in 2004 and replaced an old stucco frame building.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership, replat to vacate internal lot lines, and continue to
develop as an expanded City Hall - Public Safety Building Campus.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14912011 410 Adams Original Townsite, 14,810 SF General Central Retain
Street Lots 16-20, Block 16 (0.34 acre) Fund Business Ownership
District
14912012 North Parking Original Townsite, 16,553 SF General Central Retain
Lot Lot S 20' 10, 11-15, (0.38 acre) Fund Business Ownership
Block 16 District
14912013 City Hall Stor- Original Townsite, 3,920 SF General Central Retain
age Building Lot 9 &10' of 10, (0.09 acre) Fund Business Ownership
Block 16 District
14912019 West Parking Original Townsite, 6,098 SF General Central Retain
Lot & Urbach Lots 23 & 24, Block (0.14 acre) Fund Business Ownership
Memorial 16 District
Pocket Park
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Fire Hall
The fire hall was built at 316 Fourth Ave in the early 1960s. The parking lot on the two small
parcels to the south at 308 and 310 Fourth Ave were acquired from the non-profit Seward Volunteer
Fire Department for use by the fire hall. Over the decades, larger and heavier fire equipment
and changing needs necessitated an addition, structural improvements, and remodels. However,
the building was outgrown 20 years ago, does not serve the present and future needs, has high
maintenance costs, and is not in compliance with code.
Recommendation: Retain ownership. At the time of the most recent revision a Public Safety Building
Feasibility Study is in process for both the Fire Department and Police Department. Acquire Parcels
14912001 at 300 Fourth from the Dunham Trust and 14912007 at 322 Fourth, from the Seward
Volunteer Fire Department and replat all nine parcels as a single parcel for a new fire hall, and
possible municipal offices, courthouse, and public safety building complex. (see pages 164, 165 and
190.)
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14912004 308 Fourth Original 3,000 SF General Central Retain
Avenue Townsite, (0.07 acre) Fund Business Ownership
(South side Lot 25, Block District
parking lot) 16
14912005 310 Fourth Original 3,000 SF General Central Retain
Avenue Townsite, (0.07 acre) Fund Business Ownership
(South side Lot 26, Block District
parking lot) 16
14912006 316 Fourth Original 121200 SF General Central Retain
Avenue (Fire Townsite, (0.28 acre) Fund Business Ownership
Hall) Lot 27-30 District
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Block 16
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Map 4. City Hall Annex and LibrarylMuseum
City Hall Annex
The land and building were acquired in 1990 from the Seward Community Library Association and
served as the City Library until 2013. March of 2014 the building became the offices of Community
Development and Electric Department. In 2021, Community Development moved out of the building
to City Hall and Parks and Recreation moved into the City Hall Annex. The southwest wing of the
building basement is used for the local Community Food Bank. The stairs of the adjacent apartment
building at 232 Fifth Ave cross the lot line. There is an encroachment agreement in place with the
City.
Recommendations are to lease or sell the building in 2024 or after acquiring new location for the
Electric Department and Parks and Recreation Department.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14913010 238 Fifth Original 9,000 SF General Central Retain
Ave Townsite, (0.2 acre) Fund Business Ownership
Lots 38-40, District
Block 8
Seward Community Library and Museum
The land was acquired from private ownership in 2006 for the construction of the new library/
museum facility. The new facility opened January 2013.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and use.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14913022 235 Sixth Original 17,990 SF General Institutional Retain
Ave, Townsite, (0.4 acre) Fund Ownership
239 Sixth Lot 1A, Block
Ave 8, Library
Museum
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Map 5. Public Works FacilitylFormer Animal Shelter Site
These parcels include the public works facility, sand building, storage yard, and former Seward Animal
Shelter Site. The main building was constructed under the post-earthquake Urban Renewal Project.
It was formally a storage yard for the power company. The facility is outdated and significantly
undersized. This facility will be relocated with a new, modern, and larger one to meet the current and
future needs of the city.
During the August 8, 2022, Special City Council Meeting, the Council passed a motion to""Select the
Fort Raymond property as the site for the new Public Works facility..': (Map 76. Fort Raymond Vacant
Lots — South of Sea Lion). Resolution 2022-106 approved the Engineering for the new Public Works
Facilities.
The extension of the utilities needed to turn these parcels into residential housing is currently being
engineered and an RFP for the project being issued. The current draft plan will create 21 new lots on
this property: twelve 45'x100' lots on the Ballaine side and eight 45'x100' lots on the Sixth Ave side
with one 60'x100' lot on the corner of Madison St and Sixth Ave, to provide for a range of housing
needs.
Recommendation is to retain location until the new Public Works Facility is completed. Following
relocation and utility improvements, property will be repctted, rezoned to Urban Residential, and put
up for sale for residential development.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14817004 434 Sixth Original 541014 SF General Auto Retain
Ave (East Townsite, (1.24 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
side of Lots 1-18,
alley-Sand Block 21
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14817005 434 Sixth Original 37,800 SF General Auto Retain
Ave (West Townsite, (0.87 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
side of North 18 ft
alley-main of Lot 28
shop bldg.) and Lots 29-
40, Block 21
14817005 412 Sixth Original 41200 SF General Auto Retain
Ave (Former Townsite Lot (0.09 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Animal 27 & South
Shelter) 12 feet of
Lot 28, Block
21
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Map 6. Seward Animal Shelter
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Map 6. Seward Animal Shelter
The Seward Animal Shelter location was relocated from downtown on 6th to this location in 2022
when the new facility was completed. The animal shelter provides animal shelter services for the
greater Seward area. It also serves as a site where itinerate veterinarians can have a space to meet
the community's animal care and needs.
Recommendation is to retain ownership.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502629 601 Sea Lion Fort Ray- 54,014 SF General Institutional Retain
Ave mond Sub- (1.24 acre) Fund Ownership
division,
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3, Lot 6A-2
(Replat No.
4, Lot 6A-3)
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Map 7. Senior Center, Boys & Girls Club
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Map 7. Senior Center, Boys & Girls Club
A former Post Office building that was remodeled and acquired from a private developer in 1988
with $866,700 public bond and grant funds. The building covers about a third of the site and
currently houses the senior citizens programs (upstairs) and the teen youth center (middle floor and
basement). The Boys and Girls Club assumed management of the Teen Center in 2020.
Recommendation is to retain ownership.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14909019 301 Original 13,939 SF General Central Retain
Jefferson St, Townsite (0.32 acre) Fund Business Ownership
336 Third Community District
Avenue Center
Replat, Lot
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Map 8. Providence Seward Medical and Care Center
This parcel is originally part of the Brownell Homestead (USS 703). It was acquired in 1950 and later
quit titled in 1964 along with other nearby mountainside land.
Recommendation is to sell to Providence as it is a unique situation where it benefits the City and the
entity for them to own the property.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14801010 417 First Ave Marathon 101,060 SF General Institutional Sell
Addition, Lot (2.32 acres) Fund
1A
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Map 9. Parks and Recreation Warehouse
Parcel is adjacent to the cemetery. It was originally part of the Air Force Recreation Camp leased
lands acquired from the State through municipal entitlement. The warehouse itself is WWII vintage
and was badly burned inside. In 2012, an engineer study found the structure in need of immediate
structural repair. Repair was completed with a 24-month life expectance.
Recommendations are to relocate the warehouse functions to a central shop location, remove the
building and retain at least half of the property for cemetery parking.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502609 702 Aspen Fort 30,056 SF General Institutional Retain
Lane Raymond (0.69 acre) Fund Ownership
Subdivision,
Lot 5
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Map 10. Seward Mountain Haven Long Term Care Facility
Developed in 2008 with four residential units and a central administrative building.
Recommendation is to sell to Providence Medical Care Center and maintain critical care in the
community.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502138 2203 Oak Jesse Lee 348,480 SF General Institutional Sell
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PUBLIC FACILITY LANDS - Seward Boat Harbor
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Map 12. Harbormaster Building and Center Parking Lot
The most recent revision of the Seward Small Boat Harbor Plan was approved by the Port and
Commerce Advisory Board on November 2, 2022 (Res 2022-008) and Approved by City Council on
November 28, 2022 (AM 2022-012).
Harbormaster Building
This site is located on dredge-filled tidelands and railroad right of way acquired from the state and
federal government. The building was constructed by the Corps of Engineers during post-earthquake
reconstruction. Site includes utility easements.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue current use. Should a new
harbormaster building be constructed elsewhere, evaluate options for the existing site. These include
leasing the present building or removing it for additional small shops or public plaza.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733040 1300 Fourth Seward 111325 SF General Harbor Retain
Ave Small Boat (0.26 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Harbor, Lot
15, Block 6
Center Parking Lot, Plaza, Boardwalk, Float Access
Center Parking Lot is located between D and F Floats. Access from Fourth Avenue is via two parking
lot entrances, provides public/emergency access to B through F float ramps. The parcel is paved and
designated short-term public parking for the boat harbor, the harbor plaza area and boardwalk. Filled
tidelands and railroad right of way acquired from the state and federal government.
Recommendations are to retain landownership and continue current public uses. Consider adding
parking lot to paid parking.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733041 1318 Fourth Seward 111,514 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Small Boat (2.56 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
Harbor, Lot
16, Block 6
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Map 13. Northeast Parking Lot, Northeast Launch Ramp
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Map 13. Northeast Parking Lot, Northeast Launch Ramp
Northeast Parking Lot, Northeast Launch Ramp,
X-Float, and Z-Float
Originally acquired by State tideland patent and developed from dredge fill during construction of the
Seward Boat Harbor. Located off of Port Avenue, it was recently graded and paved for paid parking in
support of the East Harbor boat launch ramp and X-float. The launch ramp was constructed in 1994
with grant money under the condition the City dedicate ±200 mixed parking spaces to accommodate
ramp users. A public restroom was constructed in 1995. In summer of 2022, the ramp was redone.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue use for public parking.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14524019 1505 X Float Marina 1711191 SF General Harbor Retain
Road (at Subdivision, (3.93 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Map 14. North Parking Lot, Pump Station #2
Acquired through the state tideland patent and developed from dredge fill during construction of the
Seward Boat Harbor. Currently provides paid public parking in support of the Seward Boat Harbor.
Access is from Fourth Avenue. The area is paved. A main sewer pump station #2 is located toward
the northeast corner. Includes numerous utility easements.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue as managed public parking and Seward
lift station.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14510434 1407 Fourth Seward 81,022 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Small Boat (1.86 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Map 15. South Parking Lot
Parcel was developed from dredge fill during construction of the Seward Boat Harbor. It is currently
used for paid public parking in support of the Seward Boat Harbor and is paved. Access via both
Fourth Avenue and South Harbor Street. Contains numerous utility easements.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue use as public parking.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731022 1203 Fourth Seward 841070 SF General Harbor Retain
Ave, 1209 Small Boat (1.93 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Map 16. South Uplands Parking Lot, South Launch Lot, South Launch Ramp 2
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Map 16. South Uplands Parking Lot,
South Launch Lot, South Launch Ramp 2
Parcel is located immediately south of harbor with access from Fourth Avenue. Parcel includes
the South Boat Launch, South Uplands Parking Lot, access to S, M, N, 0, P, and Q-Floats, public
restrooms, and the Mariners' Memorial. Area has been designated short-term public parking in
support of the Seward Boat Harbor. Filled tidelands and breakwater by the Corps of Engineers.
North side is zoned Harbor Commercial and the south side Park.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue public uses. This may also be a
potential site for a new Harbor Master's office.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734008 1130 Fourth Original 378,972 SF General Harbor Retain
Ave, 1200 Townsite, (8.7 acres) Fund Commercial/ Ownership
Fourth Ave, Waterfront Park
1206 Fourth Park Replat,
Ave Tract H
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Map 17. Travel-lift Dock
Site of the 50-ton travel-lift dock.
Recommendations are to retain ownership, continue existing use, and obtain funding for
improvement.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14524010 413 Port Marina Subdivision, 7,840 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Lot 1, Block 2 (0.18 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Map 18. Seward Boat Harbor Basin
Site is located on tidelands originally acquired from the state, transferred to Corps of Engineers for
development of harbor and reacquired from the Corps. Also includes the Northeast Harbor Boat
Launch and access to X and Z Floats.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue existing use.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502419 No physical Portion of f1,000 General Harbor Retain
address Tidelands acres Fund Commercial Ownership
ATS 174 (Basin is
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PUBLIC FACILITY LANDS - Seward Marine Industrial Center
The following City infrastructure is located within the Fourth of July Creek Area, which is a replat of
USS 4827, USS 4827, AS 76-69, ATS 1222 and Fourth of July Creek Tracts A-E. The Seward Marine
Industrial Center (SMIC) is considered to be the ±100 acres supporting the ship lift/north dock
basin. These lands were acquired through municipal entitlement under the Alaska Statehood Act and
through land trades with the Kenai Peninsula Borough. With the exceptions as noted, they are all
zoned Industrial. All descriptions are based on the preliminary subdivision plat of this area.
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Map 20. Harbormaster Building, Ship Lift Rails, Vessel Washdown Facility
Harbormaster Building and Boat Storage
Harbormaster building, located in SW corner of Block 4 was constructed in 1991. It includes an
office, storage area and equipment bays housing a fire pumper truck, and other equipment. The
remainder of the block is used for boat storage and repairs. This area is not paved. Future plans for
water and electric utility expansion.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue use as harbormaster administration site. For
long term, look at constructing a new building large enough to accommodate two fire trucks, police
vehicle and grader.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534060 200 Nash Fourth of July Creek 476,110 General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC SF (10.93 Fund Ownership
Exit Marine Replat acres)
Lot 3A, Block 4
Travel Lift Road Easement and Vessel Washdown Facility
This parcel is on the south side of Morris Avenue at the end of Nash Road and contains the travel lift
road easement and vessel washdown facility.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue current uses.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534054 3303 Morris Fourth of July 63,162 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Creek SMIC (1.45 acres) Fund Ownership
Washdown Pad
Replat, Lot 4B,
Block 7
Ship Lift Rails and Transfer Carriage
This parcel is between two (2) leased sites parcels and contains the ship lift rails and transfer
carriage. The western portion of Sorrel Road has been vacated by Resolution between Morris and the
Fourth of July Beach parking area. The plat needs to be updated to reflect this vacation.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue current uses.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description I I I Status
14534055 3212 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 122,840 SF General Industrial Retain
Road SMIC Washdown Pad (2.82 acres) Fund Ownership
Replat, Lot 4C, Block
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Map 21. Docks, Basin, and Breakwater
Includes Spring Creek Campground (see Map 45. Spring Creek Campground). Includes North Dock,
barge ramp, rock breakwater, travel lift dock, ship lift dock, sheet pile breakwater and tidelands. Ship
lift is operated by lessee under an agreement. There is public access to the fisherman float/boat
launch.
Recommendations are to retain land and facility ownership, subdivide the lot to separate out the
park, and continue development.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534040* 3207 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 4,050,645 General Industrial Retain
Road SMIC,The portion of SF (92.99 Fund Ownership
Block 10 excluding acres)
Lots 1 and 2
*This parcel is also in Map groups, Map 45. Spring Creek Campground at SMIC and Map 85. SMIC Vacant Lots Block 10.
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Acquired from Kenai Peninsula Borough through a land trade and located behind the Spring Creek
Correctional Center. It is a bedrock outcrop developed as a rock quarry, providing rip rap for flood
control dikes and harbor armor facing and breakwater. It is also the key tie in for the Fourth of July
Creek flood control levee.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership for the near future, continue extraction of rock, and
re-evaluate status after quarry is exhausted.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14532005 102 Delphin Fourth of July Creek 2,472,900 General Industrial Retain
Street Tracts, Tract C SF (56.7 Fund Ownership
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Map 23. Interior Service Roads
The interior service roads include Nash Road from Jellison Avenue to Morris Avenue, Mustang
Ave, Olga Street, Morris Avenue, Sorrel Road south from Morris Avenue along the west side of the
shipyard lease site Parcel ID 14534046.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue current use. Work with Borough on updated
imagery.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534066 All Service Fourth of July Creek 459,558 General Industrial Retain
Roads within Subdivision, SF (10.55 Fund Ownership
SMIC Polar Seafood Replat acres)
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Map 25. Gateway Water Tank and North Water Tank
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Gateway Water Tank
The Gateway Subdivision is a replat of the Terminal Addition and portions of the Bayview Addition.
This site is generally steep and undevelopable remainder of the Gateway Subdivision. The Gateway
water tank sits on less than an acre at the toe of the mountain slope. An old WWII bunker is located
behind the tank; and a second bunker is located south of the tank.
Recommendation is to retain land ownership for the watershed and tank and protect historic WWII
structures.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14535001 2120 Uni- Gateway Subdi- 2,780,435 General Resource Retain
mak Circle vision, Amended SF (63.83 Fund Management Ownership
Tract A acres)
North Water Tank and Pumping Facility
This property is a replat of the Gateway Subdivision Addition No.1. This site was purchased for the
construction on the North Water Storage Tank and constructed in the 2014-2015 season.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and use for the water storage tank. Rezone from
""Single Family" to ""Institutional"where Public Facility Utilities are allowed outright. The Parcel is 1.44
AC, so it would not be spot zoning.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14535153 2301 Gateway Subdivision 62,726 SF General Single Retain
Crabapple Addition 2, Tract C-6 (1.44 acres) Fund Family Ownership
Street
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Map 26. Mt Marathon Trails, Lowell Creek Diversion Tunnel
and Out Flow
Mount Marathon Trails, Water Tanks, Lowell Creek Diversion Tunnel
This parcel is located in the Lowell Creek drainage area at the end of Lowell Canyon Road. The
majority of the parcel is made up of the eastern end of Lowell Creek and the Southwestern corner of
Mount Marathon. The area was formerly the Brownell Homestead. It was acquired in the late 1930s
by the City in part to build the Lowell Creek diversion tunnel and levee. Later in the 1950s, the lower
portion was subdivided as the Marathon Addition.
Going from North to South, this parcel includes the Mt. Marathon Hiking trail which is a 4x4 access
which leads to a fenced in water catchment area, which then continues up into DNR land and the Mt.
Marathon Bowl. The World-Famous Mount Marathon Race goes through this parcel, starting in the
downtown area, coming up Lowell Canyon and then up the mountain after the park. The trail then
goes into DNR Land just before junior race point.
The canyon area includes an abandoned hydroelectric plant, two water storage tanks, an abandoned
water chlorination building, security fencing, the Lowell Creek Diversion Tunnel entrance, safety
fencing, diversion culvert and a road gate. Portions of the area are subject to avalanches. Water
flow was used for city water at one time but when last attempted to be used, filled the tanks with
sediment and surface water environmental chlorination requirements have made the Marathon water
source uneconomical. Additionally, it was also only a seasonal flow. The hydroelectric plant, built as
part of the Marathon water system, is no longer functional. At one time AVTEC had interest in using
it as an educational platform. To do so would take significant updating of equipment. The water flow
from the Lowell Creek begins its diversion process entering the mountain through the tunnel in this
parcel and exiting the mountain in parcel 14823007.
Note: Lowell Canyon Road is a service road west of 231 Lowell Canyon Drive, Parcel ID 14921008,
with restricted vehicle access gate east of water tanks.
In January of 2022, The City was awarded $185 million through the Infrastructure and Jobs Act
for the construction of a new diversion tunnel to the south of the existing tunnel. The project is
currently in the engineering phase and a start date is yet to be determined but is likely a number of
years out. The existing tunnel will be kept for a backup when maintenance needs to be done on the
new one.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and not to extend housing further up the canyon.
Generally manage as a scenic backdrop and as a watershed. Continue working with our
congressional delegation to transfer ownership and maintenance responsibility of the diversion wall,
tunnel and flume to the Army Corp of Engineers. Restore hydroelectric plant.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14823006 312 Lowell USS 703 except 248 acres + General Resource Retain
Canyon Marathon Ad- Fund Management Ownership
Road dition, Lowell
Estates and MS
981, and Two
Lakes Park Replat
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Lowell Creek Tunnel Out Flow / Bear Mountain
This parcel is on steep mountain slopes located south of Lowell Canyon. It was acquired in the 1930s
to provide land to construct the Lowell Creek Diversion Tunnel. The City's Christmas Tree is on this
hillside.
In January of 2022, The City was awarded $185 million through the Infrastructure and Jobs Act
for the construction of a new diversion tunnel to the south of the existing tunnel. The project is
currently in the engineering phase and a start date is yet to be determined but is likely a number of
years out. The existing tunnel will be kept for a backup when maintenance needs to be done on the
new one.
Recommendations are to continue the use for watershed, scenic backdrop, Christmas tree and
diversion tunnel.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14823007 100 Railway Mineral Survey 81.13 acres General Resource Retain
Ave, MS 981 Fund Management Ownership
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Map 27. Lowell Point Sewage Treatment Lagoon
Purchased in 1979 for the City sewage treatment plant. At one time, a corner of the parcel was
leased to the Alaska State Parks for a parking lot in support of Caines Head Trail. They have since
relocated to state land.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue use for the sewage treatment lagoon.
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Address Description Status
18928003 13910 Deacon 484,387 General Not Applicable Retain
Lowell Point Subdivision No. SF (11.12 Fund Ownership
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Map 29. Resurrection River Floodway (East of Airport)
Portions of the Crawford Subdivision, located east of airport. All parcels were acquired through tax
foreclosures with the designated use as public conservation. Subdivision access was cut off after the
1964 earthquake. The property is subject to tidal fluctuations and partially with in the Resurrection
River. It is designated Resource Management and is mapped wetlands. It has no dedicated right of
way access.
Recommendations are to continue to protect from development and develop a "conservation overlay
district."
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14509101 1600 Dinah Crawford 20,038 SF General Resource Retain
Street Subdivision, Lot (0.46 acre) Fund Management Ownership
1-4, Block 1
14509105 1608 Dinah Crawford 41792 SF General Resource Retain
Street Subdivision, Lot 5, (0.11 acre) Fund Management Ownership
Block 1
14509202 1905 E 1/2 Govt. Lot 5 75,795 SF General Resource Retain
Cottonwood (1.74 acres) Fund Management Ownership
Lane
14509304 1900 Crawford 10,890 SF General Resource Retain
Cottonwood Subdivision, Tract (0.25 acre) Fund Management Ownership
Lane A Lot 1
14509201 1906 Sharon W 1/2 Govt. Lot 5 87,991 SF General Resource Retain
Avenue (2.02 acres) Fund Management Ownership
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Map 30. Scheffler Creek Watershed and Viewshed
On the hillside above Jesse Lee Home area. Steep slopes. Part of watershed and viewshed. This
creek tends to flood downstream during extreme storms. Possible need to do title search.
Recommendations are to retain ownership, maintain as unaltered viewshed above town, and develop
a "conservation overlay district."
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14823014 211 Barwell S 1/2 USS Survey 815,008 General Resource Retain
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Map 31. Japanese Creek North Forest Acres Levee Parcels
An area purchased for the construction of the North Forest Acres Levee and access road along
Japanese Creek. Some fill has been added. Resolution 2009-021 Appropriating Funds, for the North
Forest Acres Levee/Road Project (Currently named Dieckgraeff Road). Resolution 2009-022, Execute
and Record Restrictive Covenants on Tracts 5A and 5C.
Revised description: "Council approved Resolution 2009-021 to purchase these parcels for the Phase
II construction of the North Forest Acres Levee/Road project which is now named Dieckgraeff Road.
Council approved Resolution 2009-022 which placed recorded restrictive covenants for compensatory
mitigation on Tracks 5A (Parcel ID 14502141) and 5C (Parcel ID 14502143) to limit development in
perpetuity as a condition of the USACE permit. ""The restrictive covenant language is included within
the USACE permit, and restricts the development of the purchased properties in perpetuity, binding
subsequent owners. The City may not construct any structure, building, improvement or fixture on
these properties, other than the levee/road itself, utilities, fencing, and signage. The City may utilize
the property for public use recreational trails and picnic areas. The properties may not be used for
commercial, industrial, institutional, or residential development, except as used for the levee/road.
The properties may be used for non-motorized, pedestrian, low impact, public use." Resolution 2009-
022. Tract 5B (Parcel ID 14502142) does not have covenant restrictions like 5A and 5C but Floodplain
Development code still applies.
Recommendations are to continue to develop a ""conservation overlay district".
Parcel Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
ID Address Description Status
14403081 2616 Oak Forest Acres Subdi- 40,946 SF General Resource Retain
Street vision, Levee Replat (0.94 acre) Fund Management Ownership
No. 2, Lot AW-1
14403082 2617 Maple Forest Acres Subdi- 36,590 SF General Resource Retain
Street vision, Levee Replat (0.84 acre) Fund Management Ownership
No. 2, Lot AV-1
14403085 2618 Birch Forest Acres Subdi- 35,284 SF General Resource Retain
Street vision, Levee Replat (0.81 acre) Fund Management Ownership
No. 2, Lot MM-1
14502143 2501 Laurel Forest Acres Subdi- 348,480 SF General Resource Retain
Street vision Levee Replat (8 acres) Fund Management Ownership
Tract 5C
14502141 2501 Seward Forest Acres Subdi- 11430,510 General Resource Retain
Highway vision Levee Replat SF (32.84 Fund Management Ownership
Tract 5A acres) or Trade
14502142 2500 Laurel Forest Acres Subdi- 263,538 SF General Resource Retain
Street vision Levee Replat (6.05 acres) Fund Management Ownership
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Map 32. Fourth of July Creek Levee
"The Fourth of July Creek Levee/road" is a one-lane gravel road paralleling Fourth of July Creek from
Sorrel Road to the southwest and the city rock quarry to the northeast. It connects Sorrel Road with
Jellison Avenue and provides single lane access to the quarry.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and maintain as access to quarry and as a flood
control levee. Vacate the parcel and replat as a right-of-way. Officially name this levee/road as Fourth
of July Creek Levee Road or other appropriate name for emergency response services, and provide
signage.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14532004 100 Delphin Fourth of July 673,438 General Institutional Retain
Creek Tract, SF (15.46 Fund Ownership
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PUBLIC FACILITY LANDS - Cemeteries
The City owns three (3) Cemeteries.
Map 33. Public Facility Lands - Cemeteries
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Map 34. Cemeteries Within City Limits
Cemetery - City
The City and Oddfellows cemeteries are all that remain of the original 40-acre Cemetery Reserve
(USS 1759) acquired in 1933. About two thirds of the parcel remains undeveloped and heavily
wooded. The underbrush was cut out of this area in 1989 and in 2021. In 2019, an interpretive sign
was installed. The Jesse Lee Cemetery is located in the northeast corner of this parcel.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue use as municipal cemetery
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502619 300 Coolidge Fort Raymond 182,952 SF General Institutional Retain
Drive Subdivision (4.2 acres) Fund Ownership
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Cemetery - Oddfellows
Acquired in late 1990s from Oddfellows Washington. Originally one acre, it was reduced to increase
Coolidge Drive right of way. The local Rotary Club developed a memorial to all those buried in the
cemetery complex.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue use for expansion of the City cemetery. Add
columbarium to new expansion section.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502617 304 Fort Raymond 40,075 SF General Institutional Retain
Coolidge Subdivision Replat (0.92 acre) Fund Ownership
Drive No. 2, Lot 15
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Cemetery - Wood lawn
Acquired and repctted in 1916 as a cemetery. Salmon Creek shifted channels in the 1920s, causing
the water table to rise too high to continue using the property as a cemetery. Many of the bodies
were exhumed and relocated in the current City cemetery. A few remain at the north end of the
property. It has been maintained by volunteers. The south half is vacant and un-subdivided. It is a
level, heavily wooded area with high water table and road access on three sides.
Recommendations are to follow Cemetery Plan in subdividing into two parcels. Retain N1/2 already
subdivided as cemetery plots for future above ground mausoleums or columbaria. Surplus the
Southern 1/2 with proceeds going to cemetery budget.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14411003 Salmon Stewart 243,065 SF General Not Applicable Retain
Creek Road Subdivision of (5.58 acres) Fund Ownership
Ole Martin
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PUBLIC FACILITY LANDS - Parks and Campgrounds
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Map 37. Forest Acres Park, Campground, and Bike Park
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Map 37. Forest Acres Park, Campground, and Bike Park
Forest Acres Park
Park parcel located on the east side of Dimond Blvd. Acquired as USS 149 Tract B Lot 2 from the
State for a campground Centennial site; and the military recreation camps USS 242 Tract A Lots 1-3
from the State through municipal entitlement. Originally deed restricted to ""public recreation" uses.
Restrictions have been removed. It is currently developed as a day use park with basketball courts,
sanitarium monument, restroom and playground equipment. A fenced-in sewer pump station is
located along Dimond Blvd.
Recommendations are to continue use as public park and update playground.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502625 2210 Dimond Blvd, 2300 Fort Raymond 140,699 SF General Park Retain
Dimond Blvd, 2310 Di- Subdivision (3.23 acres) Fund Ownership
mond Blvd (between Sea Replat No. 4,
Lion and Hemlock) Lot 11A-1
Forest Acres Campground
In 1996, the City requested the removal of the "for public purposes only"from the deed. In 1997
the State granted the request and removed from deed restriction and reverter clause and counted
the 22.923 acres of land towards the City's Land Entitlement fulfillment. This property was separated
from the Bike Park in 2022.
Recommendations are to continue use as a campground. Lease or sell campground portion with a
sound development plan.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Size Status
14502602 911 Hemlock Street Fort Raymond 503,989 General Institutional Lease or
(between Seward Hwy Subdivision SF (11.57 Fund Sell
and Dimond Blvd.) Replat, Lot 12A acres)
Bike Park
In 2018, (Res 2018-041) the City Council passed a resolution of support for the funding of the
Seward PTA and P.A.R.K.S. to pursue funding for the revitalization of the Bittick BMX Community Park.
The park was completed on June 15th, 2019. In November of 2022, the City Council approved the
replat (Res 2022-115) creating its own parcel and rezone from Institutional to Park (Ord 2022-2015).
Recommendations are to continue use as a bike park.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Size Status
14502602 Sea Lion Ave Hemlock Subdi- 3.34 General Park Retain
vision, Tract B acres Fund Ownership
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Map 38. Parks Near Dora Way
Gateway Playground (Dora Way Playground)
A neighborhood pocket park playground.
Recommendation is to sell as single-family lot once the Jesse Lee Memorial Park is completed.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14535242 1911 Dora Way Gateway 111761 SF General Single Sell
Subdivision (0.27 acre) Fund Family
Amended, Lot 6,
Block 1
Jesse Lee Memorial Park
This site will be developed as a Jesse Lee Home Memorial Park in accordance with a State grant.
It will include interpretive signs, benches, picnic tables, playground, and potentially a community
garden and dog park. It is not platted as a separate parcel.
Recommendations include developing property under terms of grant, continue use as a day use
park, add a pedestrian/bike path along northern edge of parcel, and replat as one parcel. Investigate
possiblity of acquiring land from the parcels to the north to create a road that connects Benson Drive
to Dora Way.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502320 101 Benson Jesse Lee Heights 72,310 SF General Park Retain
Drive, 1824 Subdivision (1.66 acres) Fund Ownership
Phoenix Rd Addition No. 4, Lot
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14502321 105 Benson Jesse Lee Heights 43,560 SF General Park Retain
Drive Subdivision (1 acre) Fund Ownership
Addition No. 4, Lot
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Map 39. Harbor Parks
""Whale Tail" Park (Corner of Fourth and Port Avenue)
A portion of ARRC ROW, developed by State DOT as part of Port Avenue/Fourth Avenue
reconstruction. City Parks and Recreation manages the site. Used as a rest area.
Recommendations include contacting DOT ROW department and obtain the use agreement for this
park. establish as own parcel, assign one address, maintain as a pocket park and rest area.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
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Benny Benson Memorial Park
The Lagoon, located west of Seward Highway was acquired as state tidelands, covers about 7 acres
of the park. Portions along the north shore were either purchased or donated to create the Benny
Benson Memorial, City welcome sign, and Dairy Hill Lane, located on a portion of USS 249 acquired
from the Leirer Family. The Dale Clemens Memorial Boardwalk along the highway was built by
the Chamber of Commerce. It is under state permit in the highway right of way and now owned
and maintained by the City. A gazebo, located at the SW corner of the Lagoon, was donated and
constructed by the Rotary Club. Block 13A was acquired for 2014 Dairy Hill Drainage Project.
Recommendations are to assign one physical address (211 Dairy Hill Lane), retain land ownership
and dedicate it as conservation overlay district to remain undeveloped for flood relief. If available,
look to acquire parcel 14719003 (private undeveloped parcel) to the south of the pavilion for parking
for both the pavilion and two lakes park and trail access across the street.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733046 211 Dairy Hill, Oceanside 461,300 Gener- Park Retain
1112 Second Ave, Subdivision, Benny SF (10.54 al Fund Ownership
1121 Third Ave Benson Park Replat, acres)
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Two Lakes Park
Originally there were three lakes — the middle one filled in with avalanche debris in the early 1900s.
Over the years, the City acquired the parcels as a large in-holding from the University of Alaska, gifts
and tax foreclosure. After nearly 20 years of research and work, the City was able to obtain deeds to
all remaining lots. In 2010, the area was replatted as Two Lakes Park. The emergency evacuation
route has become part of the Two Lakes Trail. A portion of the trail encroaches onto private land,
which is covered by an access easement.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and park status. Develop parking, add a small bridge,
and fix trail access off of Second Ave just north of Van Buren St.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address I Description I I I Status
14701005 1107 Hulm Lane, Federal Addition, 1,089,435 General Park Retain
811 Second Ave, Two Lakes Park SF (25.01 Fund Ownership
1111 Second Ave Replat, Block acres)
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Hulm Lane Lot & Access Easement
Located on the north side of Hulm Lane. Provides access easement to Lot 1B and Lot 9A of the
Snowden Subdivision.
Recommendation is to turn area into a parking lot for Two Lakes Park.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14718027 1102 Hulm Lot 2B, Park 9,583 SF General Park Retain
Lane Place Subdivision, (0.22 acre) Fund Ownership
Snowden Replat
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Map 41. Mt Marathon Hiking Trailhead (Jeep Trail
Located at the west end of Monroe Street, this lot was purchased to provide access to the historic
Marathon Mountain water system. It is now a trailhead for hikers and provides access to the Race
Trail for emergency responders. The entrance is signed to prevent vehicles from blocking emergency
responders and the trail has a security gate. Amenities include a trailhead bulletin board interpretive
sign, pet waste station and trash can, and bench."
Recommendations: Manage for emergency vehicle access, rezone to Park, and maintain as water
system and Mt Marathon Hiking Trail trailhead.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14803004 537 First Avenue Marathon 7,500 SF General Single Retain
(at Monroe Street) Addition Lot 29 (0.18 acre) Fund Family Ownership
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Mt Marathon Race Trail Trailhead
This site was developed as a memorial day-use park at the request of the Hansen family whose son
died in the Lowell Creek tunnel. Amenities include interpretive signs, bulletin board, picnic tables, dog
waste station, BBQ stands, and a small parking lot. It is located just before a security gate blocking
vehicular access to the city water tanks, diversion dam, tunnel, and canyon. It serves as the trailhead
for the Mt Marathon Race Trail. The proposed park boundary includes all of the service road at the
end of platted Lowell Point Road ROW. Refer to Map 26 to see the full property boundaries.
Recommendations: retain land ownership and continue to maintain as a day use park and Mt
Marathon Race Trail Trailhead, expand and improve parking, replat and rezone as Park.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Size Status
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14823006 Canyon Road Portion of USS 703 SF (f1 Fund Management Ownership
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Map 43. Downtown Parks
Kawabe Park
Named for pioneer Harry Sotaro Kawabe. Park amenities include mural, interpretive sign, bus stop
shelter, seasonal public restrooms, and landscaping.
Recommendations: Continue existing use, advocate for year-round public restroom use, and replat
two parcels as a single parcel and assign a single address.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14908031 237 Fourth Original Townsite, 3,000 SF General Park Retain
Avenue Lot 3, Block 10 (0.07acre) Fund Ownership
14908027 235 Fourth Original Townsite, 6,000 SF General Park Retain
Avenue Lots 1 & 2, Block 10 (0.14 acre) Fund Ownership
Third Ave Playground (Dino Park)
This playground was created in the 1960s. Amenities include picnic table, swings, climbing features,
slides, balance beam, and a purple dinosaur giving the playground the nickname "Dino Park'. The
ground surface is pea gravel. The Kawabe Park restroom is within a very short walk across the alley.
Recommendations: Retain and continue to maintain/upgrade as needed.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14908011 228 Third Original Townsite, 9,000 SF General Park Retain
Avenue Lots 35-37, Block 10 (0.21 acre) Fund Ownership
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Hoben Park
Located at the south end of Fourth Avenue, this is the most historic park in Seward. In 1923,
businessman and former mayor, Harry Hoben, created a grand waterfront park to promote Seward as
the ""Gateway to Alaska" in time to welcome President Harding, the first president to visit the Territory
of Alaska. Through the decades, the park bore various names including Arcade Park, Niles Park,
Shriner's Park, Ladies Park, Iditarod Park, and finally, Hoben Park. The city park was listed on the
National Historic Register of Historic Places in 2006. The fountain has been restored. The Iditarod
Trail Sign and George Wiley Memorial monument were relocated to the Founder's/Iditarod Park area.
The wall has been rebuilt in the correct location.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue historic park preservation.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14920019 401 Railway Waterfront Tracts 12,632 SF General Park Retain
Avenue 1998 Replat, Lot 2A (0.29 acre) Fund Ownership
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Access points are numerous. Located on tidelands and railroad right of way acquired from the
state, federal government and tax foreclosures. The park stretches approximately 1 mile along the
waterfront totaling over 36 acres. This park is made up of many different parcels from a number of
subdivisions including Original Townsite, Federal Addition, Laubner Addition, tidelands, ARR ROW, USS
605, USS 606, USS 1116, and USS 2830. The City replatted the entire area in June 2012. The park
is divided into various public campgrounds and day use areas. Facilities include public restrooms,
showers, the Founder's Monument, day use areas, a playground, the popular Iditarod National
Historic Trail / bike path, shoreline fishing, SchefFler Creek, a gazebo, benches and a ballfield.
Portions of the sites are used in the winter for snow storage. The City has received open space credit
with the National Flood Insurance Program for the Waterfront Park Area.
Recommendations are to continue existing uses and develop a ""conservation overlay district'. Post
street sign for""Pump Station Road"as no one knows that name and signage would make this area
easier to find. Also, this road should be paved.
By Section:
Parcel 14734001 is located within the tidelands east of the Waterfront Park. It is in a FEMA AE Flood
Zone and has a high level of development requirements.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734001 No address Waterfront Park 2,505,136 SF General Park Retain
Replat, Tract A (57.51 acres) Fund Ownership
Parcel 14734002 is located at the south end of Waterfront Park, between Jefferson Street, the Sealife
Center parking lot, Railway/Ballaine Blvd. and Resurrection Bay. This parcel contains tent camping,
playground, skatepark, Branson Pavilion, the Founders Monument, and the Iditarod Trail head.
The edge of the parcel that is along the coastline is a FEMA AE Flood Zone and has a high level of
development requirements.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734002 220 Ballaine Blvd, Waterfront Park 283,576 SF General Park Retain
236 Ballaine Blvd, Replat, Tract B (6.51 acres) Fund Ownership
310 Ballaine Blvd,
314 Ballaine Blvd,
326 Ballaine Blvd,
601 Railway Ave,
613 Railway Ave
95 130
Parcel 14734003 is located between Madison Street, Jefferson Street, Ballaine Blvd. and Resurrection
Bay. This area contains Founders Monument, The south end of the Iditarod National Historic Trail/
bike path, public restrooms, and RV/Camper Parking. The Eastern edge of the parcel is in a FEMA AE
Flood Zone and has a high level of requirements for development in that area.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734003 420 Ballaine Waterfront Park 210,395 SF General Park Retain
Blvd, 430 Replat, Tract C (4.83 acres) Fund Ownership
Ballaine
Blvd.
Parcel 14734004 is located between Pump Station Road, Madison Street, Ballaine Blvd. and
Resurrection Bay. This area contains several access points to the park and RV/Camper parking. A
majority of the parcel is in the FEMA AE Flood Zone (The entire northern portion and the eastern half
of the Southern Portion) and therefore has a high level of requirements for development in that area.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734004 532 Ballaine Waterfront Park 4621172 General Park Retain
Blvd, 704 Replat, Tract D SF (10.61 Fund Ownership
Ballaine acres)
Blvd, 808
Ballaine Blvd
Parcel 14734005 is located on the west side of Ballaine Blvd. between B Street ad Monroe Street.
This parcel contains the dedicated Williams Park, tent camping with porta-potties. A small portion of
the parcel along Ballaine is in the FEMA AE Flood Zone and therefore has a high level of requirements
for development in that area.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734005 509 B Street Waterfront Park 136,779SF General Park Retain
Replat, Tract E (3.14 acres) Fund Ownership
Parcel 14734006 is located on the west side of Ballaine Blvd. between Fourth Avenue on the north
and B Street to the south. The parcel contains the Little League Field, the Play/Tot lot area and the
RV/motorhome dump station. The Portion of the parcel along Ballaine is in the FEMA AE Flood Zone
and therefore has a high level of requirements for development in that area.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734006 901 Ballaine Blvd, Waterfront Park 120,226 SF General Park Retain
900 Fourth Ave Replat, Tract F (2.76 acres) Fund Ownership
96 131
Parcel 14734007 is located at the north end of Waterfront Park, between South Harbor Uplands,
Pump Station Road, Ballaine Blvd. and Resurrection Bay. This area contains the RV/motorhome
parking area, SchefFler Creek (aka "fish ditch'), pedestrian bridge, Boulder field, Wellington Picnic
Area and pump station #2. The parcel is located in the FEMA AE Flood Zone and therefore has a
high level of requirements for development in that area.
Recommendations are to allow public replat to separate Boulder field and recreation areas.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734007 908 Ballaine Blvd, Waterfront Park 384,635 SF General Park Retain
910 Ballaine Blvd, Replat, Tract G (8.83 acres) Fund Ownership
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Map 45. Spring Creek Campground
A small, undeveloped camping area at the mouth of Spring Creek. This is the only City campground
on the east side of the bay, located off Nash Road on Resurrection Bay. It provides access to the
beach with views of the bay and mountain. The unpaved, rustic tent/RV City campground on the
uplands can accommodate big rigs. PortaPotties and dumpsters are provided in the summer. No
Water. There is a small public beach parking lot. Transfer of lands from the State required public
access to streams and saltwater. The replat of the industrial area denotes this area as a public
access. Refer to Map 86 to see the full property boundaries for the entire parcel.
Recommendations are to retain use as a primitive camp area and maintain the public access to the
beach:
1. Designate additional day use parking in the Spring Creek Campground with signage
2. Request an easement from the property owners to the north of Spring Creek Campground to
increase legal beach access for the public
3. Plat the Spring Creek Campground area into one parcel and rezone as Park.
4. Officially name the area ""Spring Creek Park and Campground'.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
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Road portion Fourth of campground Fund Ownership
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The parcel contains a small public beach parking lot from which individuals can access Fourth of July
Beach. The parking lot is at a lower elevation than Sorrel Road, and can fill with water during rainy
seasons and is difficult to maintain in the winter. A portion of the beach is located on Block 10 (see
Map 86). The rest of the beach is located on state land.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and maintain the public access to the beach:
1. Raise and level the current parking lot with fill
2. Designate additonal parking on Lot 4A-4, Block 7 located on the northern side of Sorrel Road
(place signage, boulders, painted lines, etc)
3. Designate Olga Street as the primary right-of-way access to Fourth of July Beach by plat
4. Create a new lot on Lot 4A-4, Block 7 by plat that will be used solely as parking for Fourth of
July Beach
5. Create on lot by plat that encompasses the portion of land that comprises Fourth of July Beach
and rezone as Park
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534049 3311 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 77,101 SF General Industrial Retain
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Map 48. Electric Utility Facilityr, Water Well, and Citizens Ballfield
Part of original 40 acres USS 1759 Cemetery Reserve acquired in 1933. Uses include the ball field,
water well 4, Electric Utility Facility (electric substation, generation plant, electric warehouse), paved
pedestrian path, and Seward Animal Shelter.
Recommendations are to continue existing use and proposed uses.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502623 605 Sea Lion Fort Raymond 466,092 SF General Institutional Retain
Avenue Subdivision Replat (10.7 acres) Fund Ownership
No. 3, Lot 6A-2
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Map 49. Electric Stora_ eq Yard
The North Lot 6A, is fenced and currently used as electric pole and equipment storage yard. Lot 5 is
outside the fenced area and is not being used at this time. It is currently a wetland area. Originally
purchased and designed for Transmission Line easement and substation.
There was a Phase 1 Preliminary Hazardous Materials Site Assessment Completed in 1991 on lot 6A
which recommended further soil testing because of the known history of the property and visible
ground stains and smell of fuels / chemicals.
Recommendations are to retain with utility properties and keep as Electric Utility laydown yard.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14409130 11555 Folz Subdivision 80,150 SF General Not Applicable Retain
Seward Replat Lot 6A (1.84 acres) Fund (Outside City Ownership
Highway Limits)
14409121 11555 Folz Subdivision 20,038 SF General Not Applicable Retain
Seward Replat Lot 5 (0.46 acre) Fund (Outside City Ownership
Highway Limits)
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Map 50. SMIC Electric Substation
Services the Fourth of July Creek area. A portion of the site has been filled to accommodate the
substation. Located adjacent to Spring Creek. The remainder would have to be filled for substation
expansion or lay down storage.
Recommendation is to continue to use as electric substation.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534017 400 Nash Fourth of July 88,427 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Creek, SMIC, Lot (2.03 acres) Fund Ownership
1 Block 1
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Map 51. Transmission Line
These tracts were acquired in 1992 in lieu of an easement during the T-line construction project.
Tract H is critical to the power line as it is an angle point where the power line changes direction. It
also includes an important switch that allows the power to be isolated when the City is on generators.
The second parcel parallels the highway, above Grouse Creek and contains the T-line.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and restrict public access for safety reasons.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
12537007 Seward Old Mill 43,996 SF General Not Applicable Retain
Highway at Subdivision (1.01 acres) Fund (Outside City Ownership
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12537090 Seward T1N RNW Sec 169,884 SF General Not Applicable Retain
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112 147
LEASED LAND INVENTORY - SEWARD BOAT HARBOR AREA
The following parcels are located in the Seward Boat Harbor Area. Land was acquired through
tideland patent from the state and railroad right of way from the federal government. Most of the
area is fill from dredge spoils during the construction of the Seward Boat Harbor.
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Map 53. Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and
Saltwater Safari Company
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center (USDI Park Service) (1-84-045)
Kenai Fjords National Park visitor Center pays fair market value on the building footprint (Lot 14).
Lot 13 is at no cost in return for construction of a public restroom facility, public boardwalk, and
interpretive kiosks. The Park Service acquired the historic ""Old Solly's" building downtown for their
administrative offices. Lease expires September 30, 2075 and includes a one 5-year extension.
Assessed Land Value (2023): 14733038: $100,900; 147330339: $175,100. Combined Total
$276,000.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733038 1210 Fourth Seward Small Boat 6,098 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 13, Block 6 (0.14 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
14733039 1212 Fourth Seward Small Boat 10,890 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 14, Block 6 (0.25 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Saltwater Safari Company (1-97-107)
Waterfront parcel originally developed as a charter office, retail and restaurant building.
Subsequently added 2nd floor and restaurant area remodeled as small hotel. Development of a
portion of the public boardwalk on the water side of the building was a condition of this lease.
Boardwalks on both sides now closed to public. Lease expires January 11, 2034. No extension
options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $188,300.
Recommendations are to continue lease and open boardwalks to the public.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733037 1208 Fourth Seward Small Boat 5,389 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 12, Block 6 (0.12 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Map 54. Boardwalk Sites
The following seven (7) lease sites, commonly called the Boardwalk Sites, are located within Block
6 of the Seward Boat Harbor Subdivision. Initiated in the mid-1980s, the original concept was to
provide a low-cost site to encourage small business development in the harbor area. Originally
buildings were allowed on skids; water and sewer were not required; each site was ±900 square
feet and was leased for a 10-year period with a single three-year extension option. In the late 1990s,
at the end of the leases, the sites were required to install water and sewer, the lease sites were
expanded and buildings were required to meet building codes. Most buildings were removed and new
ones constructed. A few were raised and foundations built beneath them.
Recommendation for all Boardwalk Sites is to retain land ownership, continue all seven boardwalk
leases.
Kenai Fjords Tours Adventure Building
(Alaska Heritage Tours Inc.) (L97-002)
Day cruise tours, kayak tour office. Lease expires September 23, 2027, with no further extensions.
Assessed Land Value (2023): $73,800.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733030 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 1,372 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 5, Block 6 (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Major Marine Tours (Seward Wildlife Cruises LLC) (L08-002)
Day cruise tour office. Lease expires February 27, 2027 plus two 5-year extension options. Assessed
Land Value (2023): $65,500.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733031 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 11211 SF Gener- Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 6, Block 6 (0.03 acre) al Fund Commercial Ownership
Aurora Charters (L97-104)
Charter office and espresso shop. Lease expires September 23, 2030 with two 33-year extension
options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $65,500.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733032 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 11211 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 7, Block Fund Commercial Ownership
6
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Seward Wildlife Cruises LLC (1-97-105)
Day cruise tour office. Lease expires February 27, 2027 plus two 5-year extension options. Assessed
Land Value (2023): $65,500.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733033 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 11232 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 8, (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Block 6
Northern Outfitters (1-97-106)
Gift shop in front, fishing charter office facing the boardwalk. Lease expires September 23, 2030 with
two 33-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $65,500.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733034 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 11211 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 9, (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Block 6
Dock Side Ventures (1-09-039)
Charter office and Coffee shop. Lease expires June 11, 2029 with two 5-year extension options.
Assessed Land Value (2023): $65,500.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733035 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 11211 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 10, (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Block 6
Derby Booth (Chamber of Commerce) (1-02-002)
This is a no cost lease that expires September 2026. Assessed Land Value (2023): $65,500.
Recommendations for lease renewal are to do a paid lease in the summer season or for multiple
months.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733036 1302 Fourth Seward Small Boat 11211 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 11, (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Block 6
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Map 55. Harbor Leases
Kenai Fjords Tours (Alaska Heritage Tours Inc.) (L87-062)
A waterfront parcel developed as a commercial retail/office building currently housing Kenai Fjords
Tours counter, retail store and offices. Leased in 1987. Conditions of lease were to develop a portion
of the public boardwalk on the water side of the structure and allow public to use restrooms in return
for removing a restroom facility to make room for this lease development. Lease expires November
11, 2027. No extension. Assessed Land Value (2023): $201,800.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733029 1304 Fourth Seward Small Boat 5,895 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 4, Block 6 (0.14 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Ray's Restaurant (L17-036)
At F Float fire lane. Leased in 1987 for 30 years at fair market value. Development of a portion of
the public boardwalk on the land side of the building was a condition of this lease. Lease expires
September 23, 2047. No extension. Assessed Land Value (2023): $201,800.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease with land side boardwalk
development.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14733028 1316 Fourth Seward Small Boat 8,607 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Harbor, Lot 3, Block 6 (0.2 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Harbor Holdings, LLC (L09-070)
Originally developed in 1968 as a marine parts/equipment business. Lease included an illegal
exclusive float moorage clause. A fair market lease was issued in 1988 as an incentive to close out
the moorage agreement. Building was later used as a restaurant and then the original Park Service
office/visitor center. The back area was fenced for outdoor storage by the Fish House. Subsequently,
the structures were all removed. The current building was developed, which now houses Subway, the
Creamery, Bakery, a charter office, small fish processing operation, and an apartment. Lease expires
July 12, 2030 plus two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $325,400
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731021 1215 Fourth Ave, Seward Small 20,909 SF General Harbor Retain
303 S Harbor St, Boat Harbor, (0.48 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
307 S Harbor St, Lot 1, Block 8
309 S Harbor St
Fish House Bay Traders True Value (1-68-009)
Originally two lots, leased in 1969 as the Fish House and the Silver Salmon Cache. Later combined
as one parcel. The Salmon Cache was torn down to make way for Bay Traders, which was connected
to the old Fish House. More recently the old Fish House A frame was removed and Bay Traders
building was added on to create the current building. Current lease expires December 31, 2034, with
two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $370,300.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731018 1301 Fourth Ave, Marina 24,025 SF General Harbor Retain
1303 Fourth Ave Subdivision (0.55 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
(at S. Harbor St.) Replat, Lot 1A,
Block 1
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Breeze Inn Motel Restaurant (L04-096)
This is now a combination of what was three lots. The larger on which the motel is located was
leased in 1975, a new 30-year fair market lease was issued in 1984 to enable lessee to finance a
major expansion of the motel. Lot 3 was originally leased in 1967 for a restaurant. That lease
was superseded in 1984 with a new 30-year fair market lease which combined Lots 3 and 4
to accommodate further development of the restaurant and commercial shops. Lease expires
September 30, 2035 plus three 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $1,081,800.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731023 1311 Fourth Ave, Marina 741488 SF General Harbor Retain
1313 Fourth Ave, Subdivision (1.71 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
303 N Harbor St Mindenbergs
Replat, Lot 3B,
Block 1
Forest, Tides & Treasures (L06-008)
Entire lot originally leased in 1971, the site was never developed. City took the site back and put it
out for RFP in 1988. Two proposers opted to split the site into two equal size lots. Each party was
issued a separate lease. Current lease expires February 20, 2036, plus two 5-year extension options.
Assessed Land Value (2023): $73,400
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease. Ensure that access easement on
the west side to North Harbor St is maintained.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731020 1317 Fourth Seward Small 41252 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Boat Harbor, (0.10 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 5B, Block 1
122 157
Alaska Starfish Co. (1-09-095)
Entire lot originally leased in 1971, the site was never developed. City took the site back and put it
out for RFP in 1988. Two proposers opted to split the site into two equal size lots. Each party was
issued a separate lease. New lease issued in 2009 and amended in 2018. Lease expires on June 11,
2048 with two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $73,400
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease. Ensure that access easement on the
west side to North Harbor St is maintained.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731019 1319 Fourth Seward Small 41252 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Boat Harbor, (0.10 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 5A, Block 1
Seward Lodging III (1-04-017)
Originally developed under a 1971 lease agreement. Current building houses a restaurant (Alaska
Seafood Grill) and a fishing charter office. Lease expires March 24, 2034. Plus, three 5-year
extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $134,900
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14731006 1321 Fourth Marina 8,357 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Subdivision, (0.19 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 6, Block 1
Harbor Gateway (1-00-002)
Parcel includes a gas station, convenience store, liquor store, restaurants and second floor office
space. The original 1978 lease was for a car wash. New lease issued in 1984 to expand building.
Building has been added and expanded to current configuration. Current lease expires August 23,
2030 with two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): $260,600.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14510433 1401 Fourth Ave, Seward Small 18,078 SF General Harbor Retain
1403 Fourth Ave, Boat Harbor, (0.42 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
308 N Harbor St, Pruitt Replat, Lot
1400 Third Ave 1A, Block 10
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Map 56. Northeast Harbor Leases
Ocean Beauty Icicle (OBI) Seafoods LLC (L18-055)
The fish processing and meal plants were originally developed in the early 1970s on five lease lots
in the Seward Industrial Park. In 1988, the site was replatted as Block 2 of the Marina Subdivision
to accommodate a major expansion of the processing plant. At that time, a new 30-year fair
market value lease was issued to aid the lessee in financing the plant expansion. Lessee also has
a preferential use agreement for the wharf and docks in front of the plant. In May of 2020 Icicle
Seafoods Inc. and Ocean Beauty Seafoods merged into one company with the new name being OBI
(Ocean Beauty Icicle) Seafoods LLC. Lease expires July 25, 2038 with two 5-year extension options.
Assessed Land Value (2023): 14524015: $1,625,500; 14524016: $1,429,600; Total Value $3,055,100.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14524015 601 Port Marina Subdivision 113,692 SF General Harbor Retain
Avenue Block 2 Replat, Lot (2.61 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
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14524016 701 Port Ave, Marina Subdivision 99,317 SF General Harbor Retain
709 Port Ave, Block 2 Replat, Lot (2.28 acres) Fund Commercial Ownership
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Fjords Trading Post (L94-086)
Lease is located on tidelands acquired from state, transferred to Army Corps of Engineers for
development of harbor and reacquired from the Corps. Lease site was included in the Coast Guard
replat of the Marina Subdivision. Lease expires June 30, 2025 with no extension options. Assessed
Land Value (2023): $45,100.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14524021 1503 X-Float Marina Subdivision f 21400 SF General Harbor Retain
Road Coast Guard Replat, (0.06 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 4B, Block 2
125 160
United States Coast Guard (USCG) Lease Site (10-041)
In 2011, this became the relocation site for the USCG Shore Support Building. Lease expires
September 30, 2031. Assessed Land Value (2023): $427,600.
Note: As part of the Purchase and Sale Agreement for the new home of the Fast Response Cutter at
SMIC (parcel 14534064), this lease site will be returned to the city (estimated date 2028).
Recommendations are to retain land ownership, continue lease, and to pursue acquisition of building
on the site for Parks & Recreation use.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14524020 1507 X Float Marina Subdivision 27,878 SF General Harbor Retain
Road Coast Guard Replat, (0.64 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 4A-2, Block 2
Army Dispatch Building (L64-034)
Army Resort dispatch building was built in 2010. Lease expires June 30, 2027, with a two-year
extension option. Assessed Land Value (2023): $45,100.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14524022 1409 X-Float Marina 2,614 SF General Harbor Retain
Road Subdivision Coast (0.06 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Guard Replat, Lot
4A-2, Block 2
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Map 57. Fiber Optic Cable Landing
AT&T Alascom Inc., Pacific Telecom (1-90-089)
A tideland parcel at the end of the bay leased for a fiber optic communications cable. Lease
expires August 31, 2025. Resolution 90-064 & 90-089. Assessed Land Value (2023): $102,100.
Information addition ""The DOT requested a 25-acre parcel for ROW for the Seward Airport
Improvement Project that includes this lease. A new agreement would need to be made before the
DOT request can proceed.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease and easement.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502419 No Physical Portion ATS 174 460,429 General Industrial Retain
Address SF (10.57 Fund Ownership
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128 163
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Map 58. Airport Aviation and Hazard Easement Area
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Tideland mud flats at the head of the bay.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and discontinue easement when long runway is
abandoned upon Seward Airport Improvement project completion.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502402 1500 Airport TIS R1W Sec 1,028,016 General Industrial Retain
Road 2 SM, SW that SF (23.6 Fund Ownership
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LEASED LAND INVENTORY - SMIC AREA
The following leases are located within the Fourth of July Creek Area which is a replat of USS 4827,
USS 4827, AS 7669, ATS 1222 and Fourth of July Creek Tracts A-E. The Seward Marine Industrial
Center (SMIC) is considered to be the ±100 acres supporting the ship-lift/north dock basin. These
lands were acquired through municipal entitlement under the Alaska Statehood Act and through land
trades with the Kenai Peninsula Borough. With the exceptions as noted, they are all zoned Industrial.
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Map 60. Cellular Phone Tower
Vertical Bridge Tower - AWN (1-94-092)
This parcel is located just off Nash Road before it descends into the Fourth of July Creek Valley.
Original lease to ACS Wireless. Lease Assignment to Alaska Wireless Network (AWN) by Resolution
2013-007. Lease expires June 30, 2025. Assessed Land Value (2023): $10,500.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14533018 707 Nash Road Fourth of 2,800 SF General Resource Retain
July Creek (0.06 acre) Fund Management Ownership
Subdivision, SMIC
No. 2, Tract H.
Lot 1
133 168
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Map 61. Electronic Sities
NOAA Weather Radio Tower (US Government) (1-18-056)
This 625 SF parcel is grouped with other electronic sites along Nash Road next to Spring Creek. It
has a single wood pole with attached antenna and small electronic shelter. It is a 10-year no cost
lease dating from 1987. Lease expires September 30, 2037 with two 5-year extension options.
Assessed Land Value (2023): $5,500.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534039 405 Nash Fourth of July Creek 1,500 SF General Harbor Retain
Road Subdivision, SMIC, (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 1, Block 10
GCI Communication Corp. (Satellite TV Dishes) (1-13-073)
Same electronic site as the NOAA weather lease. Provides Cable TV to prison. It is developed with
two satellite TV dishes. Lease expires June 22, 2023 with two 5-year extension options. Assessed
Land Value (2023): $5,500.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534039 405 Nash Fourth of July Creek 1,500 SF General Harbor Retain
Road Subdivision, SMIC, (0.03 acre) Fund Commercial Ownership
Lot 1, Block 10
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Map 62. SMIC Leases
Fire Safety Training Facility/AVTEC (State of Alaska Department of
Administration) (1-08-005)
Lease expires on February 28, 2038, with option to purchase at end of lease. Assessed Land Value
(2023): $547,500
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534019 3504 Jellison Fourth of July Creek 339,332 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (7.79 acres) Fund Ownership
Lot 1, excluding
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Hamilton Construction, LLC (1-16-072)
Lease expires July 1, 2036 with one 5-year extension option. Assessed Land Value (2023): $118,400.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534021 3301 Jellison Fourth of July Creek 37,897 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (0.87 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 1, Block 3
Jag Industrail Marine (1-09-126)
Lease expires December 31, 2113. Assessed Land Value (2023): $253,400.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534022 3305 Jellison Fourth of July Creek 108,900 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (2.5 acres) Fund Ownership
Lot 2, Block 3
137 172
Harmon Properties, LLC (L13-108)
Original lease in 2013 to expire January 31, 2034, with two additional 5-year extensions. Lease
extension by Resolution 2014-073 to January 31, 2113. Assessed Land Value (2023): $217,800.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534023 3405 Jellison Fourth of July Creek 108,900 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (2.5 acres) Fund Ownership
Lot 3, Block 3
Joseph Tougas (L20-064 and L20-065)
Leases expire September 22, 2040 with two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023)
for Lot 4, Block 3: 14534024: $42,300; 14534025: $42,300; Total Value: $84,600.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534024 3409 Jellison Fourth of July Creek 13,504 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (0.31 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 4, Block 3
14534025 301 Olga St Fourth of July Creek 13,504 SF General Industrial Retain
Subdivision, SMIC, (0.31 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 5, Block 3
4JBC (L20-075)
Lease expires October 14, 2040 with two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023):
$75,600.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534056 208 Nash Fourth of July 18,731 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Creek Subdivision, (0.43 acre) Fund Ownership
SMIC, Lot 2, Block
4, Raibow Replat
138 173
Exit Marine, LLC (1-18-04)
Parcel 14534061 is currently leased to Exit Marine, LLC and expires March 14, 2037 with one 5-year
extension option. Assessed Land Value (2023): 14534059: $181,600; 14534061: $127,800. Total
Value: $309,400.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534061 3408 Morris Fourth of July Creek 39, 640 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (0.91 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 4, Block 4, Exit
Marine Replat
14534059 3409 Morris Fourth of July Creek 76, 665 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (1.76 acres) Fund Ownership
Lot 4D, Block 7,
Raibow Replat
Polar Seafoods (Polar Equipment, Inc.) (1-21-020), Polar Seafoods
Dock Processing Plant/Storage (Polar Equipment, Inc.) (1-06-048)
The dock was constructed and deeded to the City as advance payment for 20 years use of the dock.
Processing plant is on the dock with storage and parking on Parcel 14534051. Lease expires March
241 2041 with two 5-year extension options. Assessed Land Value (2023): 14534032: $42,300;
14534065: $93,800; Total Value: $136,100.
Recommendations are to retain lands and dock and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534032 3207 Morris Fourth of July Creek 15,000 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision, SMIC, (0.34 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 2, Block 7
14534065 3201 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 86,249 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision, SMIC, (1.98 acres) Fund Ownership
Polar Seafood Re-
plat, Lot 2A, Block 9
139 174
Jag (L95-094 and L95-095)
Originally leased to Seward Ships Drydock in 1988 as a 2-acre site including the 300-foot dry rail
berth for 30 years. A 1993 amendment expanded the lease site to 5 acres and added one of the
180-foot dry rail berths. A new agreement approved January 1995 further enlarged the site. Lease
extended by Resolution 2012-038 until June 30, 2040. Resolution 2014-044 approved assignment of
lease to Vigor Alaska-Seward, LCC. Reassignment of lease to JAG Industrial Marine in 2018. Lease
expires June 30, 2040. Assessed Land Value (2023): 14534045: $208,900; 14534046: $525,900;
Total Value: $734,800.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534046 3306 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 319,730 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision, SMIC, (7.34 acres) Fund Ownership
Seward Ship's Dry-
dock Replat, Lot 1A,
Block 7
14534045 3208 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 81,893 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision, SMIC, (1.88 acres) Fund Ownership
Seward Ship's Dry-
dock Replat, Lot 3,
Block 7
USCG Radio Locator Beacon Tower (US Government) (L93-083)
Fenced in tower site between Sorrel Road and the shoreline. Area of the shoreline is eroding due
to storm surge. This is a no cost lease, it was renewed by Resolution 2010-044. Lease expires
September 31, 2025. Assessed Land Value (2023): $10,900.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease. Discuss alternate site with lessee.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534035 3215 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 3,485 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision, SMIC, (0.08 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 2, Block 8
140 175
Global Tower Assets (1-11-050)
Lease expires on July 31, 2026 with two 5-year extensions. Assessed Land Value (2023): $31,300.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534029 103 Delphin Fourth of July Creek 10,019 SF General Industrial Retain
Street Subdivision, SMIC, (0.23 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 1, Block 6
141 176
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Map 63. Sawmill Tideland (L98-110)
This tideland parcel was leased in support of the former sawmill site and chip loading dock. Lease
expires June 15, 2053. Assessed Land Value (2023): $41,800.
Recommendations are to retain ownership of Tidelands and ensure public access along beach.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14533016 3000 Bette Alaska Tideland 619,423 General Industrial Retain
Cato Ave (at Survey (ATS) 1380 SF (14.22 Fund Ownership
Nash Road) acres)
143 178
LEASED LANDS INVENTORY - WEST SIDE OF THE BAY
OTHER THAN HARBOR
The following City-owned lands are currently under lease or obligation to private and public parties.
Lease terms vary from one to 99 years with twenty to thirty being most common. They generally
have some development requirements. Rent varies from free to fair market value. Most lease rents
are adjusted by appraisal every five years. The number in parenthesis (Lease 00-000) is the City's
administratively assigned lease number.
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Map 65. Pacific Resurrection Bay Seafoods (L91-070)
Tideland parcels. The two lease parcels are open storage in support of fish processing plant. The
easement is a mutual no cost exchange allowing lessee's dock and buildings to remain indefinitely on
tidelands in return for a Lowell Point Road/utility easement on lessee's adjacent private land. Lease
expired September 20, 2021 and was renewed till March 29, 2042 with two 5-year extension options.
Assessed Land Value (2023): 14823009: $61,300; 14823010: $104,900; Total Value: $166,200.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue lease and easement.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14823009 200 Lowell ATS 174 Portion 30,534 SF General Industrial Retain
Point Road Lease Parcel 1 (0.07 acre) Fund Ownership
301 Lowell USS 1806 Road 20,602 SF General Industrial Retain
Point Road Easement (0.47 acre) Fund Ownership
301 Lowell ATS 174 Portion 44,663 SF General Industrial Retain
Point Road Dock & Buildings (1.03 acres) Fund Ownership
14823010 300 Lowell ATS 174 Portion 19,756 SF General Resource Retain
Point Road Lease Parcel 2 (0.45 acre) Fund Management Ownership
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The following parcels are within what has been called the Waterfront Tracts. It is made up of lands
from two sources — former Alaska Railroad property and tidelands.
Map 66. Waterfront Tracts - South
Chugach Regional Resources Commission - CRRC (1-06-091)
Includes operating agreement for the Alutiiq Pride Marine Institute and Shellfish Hatchery. Site is
subject to flooding/gravel inundation by nearby waterfall. This site was previously a sublease from
UAF next door. The lease was redone in 2022 to a direct lease that expires June 30, 2069. They have
made an offer to the city to purchase the land and are in the replatting process for that purchase.
Assessed Land Value (2023): $496,300.
Recommendations are to retain tideland ownership and continue lease/agreement as needed and sell
CRRC/APMI.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14920016 101 Railway Waterfront Tracts 68,389 SF General Institutional Sell
Avenue Mariculture Addition (1.57 acres) Fund
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Alutiiq Pride Marine Institute Tideland Easement
(Alaska Department of Fish & Game) (1-06-097)
Easement agreement for intake (f 565 ft long) and effluent (f 45 ft long) pipes in support of the
CRRC/APMI. Lease Expires June 30, 2025.
Recommendations are to retain tideland ownership and continue agreement as needed.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14920015 201 Railway Portion of ATS 174 242,629 SF General Institutional Retain
Avenue, (5.57 acres) Fund Ownership
213 Railway
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148 183
University of Alaska Fairbanks, Seward Marine Center (L70-017)
Site is developed with warehouse, lab, support buildings, and a dock. About 30% of this seven-acre
site is tideland. It is under a 99-year lease, no cost lease. Assessed Land Value (2023): $1,040,900.
Recommendations are to sell or lease with a sound development plan. Adjust east boundary to
conform with uses on adjacent ASLC lease on Parcel 14920012.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14920015 201 Railway Waterfront Tracts 242,629 SF General Institutional Retain
Avenue, Mariculture Addition (5.57 acres) Fund Ownership,
213 Railway Tract 1 A Sell
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Alaska Sealife Center (SAAMS) (L95-095)
The underlying land was originally Alaska Railroad. It came to the City after the 1964 earthquake as
a trade for tidelands at the head of the bay for construction of a new dock. Land was subsequently
subdivided in the Waterfront Tracts. A freshwater intake pump and building are just south of the
waterfall. Waterline is in the Lowell Point Road/Railway Ave right of way. Lease expires April 28,
2045. Assessed Land Value (2023): $5,633,400.
Recommendations are to sell to SAAMS. Adjust west boundary to conform with uses on adjacent
ASLC lease on Parcel 14920015. Include location of intake and effluent pipes into tidelands and
establish an official easement.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14920012 301 Railway Waterfront Tracts, 321,908 SF General Central Sell
Avenue, 409 Tract 2A (7.39 acres) Fund Business
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Map 67. Waterfront Tracts - North
GCI Fiber Optic Cable (GCI Communications Corp) (Contract 03-111)
Approved by Resolution 2003-111 states agreement good until October 30, 2028 with two 5-year
extension options. Working file in Harbor Master's Office. Contract for areas 1, 2 and 3. See table
below for permit area locations.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue contract.
Fiber Optic Cable (Kodiak Kenai Cable Company, LLC)(Contract 06-082)
Approved by Resolution 2006-082. Cable was placed across tidelands, within Waterfront Park and
into the City ROW. (Same location as GCI Fiber Optic Cable, Contract 2003-111) Expires August 31,
2031, plus two 5-year extension options. Contract for areas 1 and 3 only.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue contract.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14734001 Monroe Tidelands, Water- 8,903 SF General Park Retain
(Permit Area 1) Street front Park (0.2 acre) Fund Ownershiop
14734001 Monroe Tidelands, Water- 10,800 SF General Park Retain
(Permit Area 2) Street front Park (0.25 acre) Fund Ownership
14734004 Monroe Original Townsite 645 SF General Park Retain
(Permit Area 3) Street of Seward, Water- (0.015 acre) Fund Ownership
front Park Tract D
End of Waterfront Tract leases.
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Map 68. Seward Chamber of Commerce (L89-077)
Originally part of the Air Force Recreation camp lease. Otherwise unused, it was separated out when
the Air Force renewed the lease. Leased to Chamber in 1989 for 20 years at no cost as an office and
visitor information center. It is encumbered by a main underground electric vault and line. Lease
expires November 1, 2026, with no extension option. Assessed Land Value (2023): $383,400.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease as a contribution to the Chamber
of Commerce or sell to Chamber of Commerce.
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14502611 2001 Seward Fort Raymond 43,996 SF General Auto Retain
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Map 69. Seward Military Resort (L64-034)
Originally leased by US Government from State in 1964, the City acquired the land in 1983 with the
lease intact. New leases were negotiated in 1985 for $10,000 per year, which is less than fair market
value. Lease expires June 30, 2027 with a two-year option to extend. Assessed Land Value (2019):
$1,487,200.
Recommendations are to retain land ownership and continue lease.
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Address Description Status
14502604 2209 Fort Raymond 514,879 General Institutional Retain
Dimond Blvd Subdivision Replat SF (11.82 Fund Ownership
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Map 71. 1 Dock Used Oil Shed & Fish Cleaning Stations
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Two parcels leased at $0.00 from the Alaska Railroad Corporation in return for Harbor 360 parking.
Parcel 1 is for the J Dock used oil container/shed & Parcel 2 is for J-Dock Fish Cleaning Station.
Lease expires April 9, 2038.
City Council Resolution 2014-086 approved agreement with Alaska Railroad, October 27, 2014,
which exchanged small tracts of undevelopable land (sliver of land used for harbor 360, J-Dock, and
Chinooks parking - parcels 14733026 and 14733011) for this long-term lease and the lease of the
Fish Cleaning Station and Oil Recycling Facility at J-Dock.
Recommendations are to continue lease and use until ARRC lease and sale agreement are finalized.
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Fourth Parcel 1 Contract 225 SF General Harbor Continue
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Map 72. Seward Boat Harbor Z Float and East Breakwater
(Leased to the City from ARRC)(Contract 8670)
Leased from ARRC for placement of Seward Boat Harbor East Breakwater. Lease expires October 3,
2058.
City Council Resolution 2014-086 approved agreement with Alaska Railroad, October 27, 2014,
which exchanged small tracts of undevelopable land (sliver of land used for harbor 360, J-Dock, and
Chinooks parking - parcels 14733026 and 14733011) for this long-term lease and the lease of the
Fish Cleaning Station and Oil Recycling Facility at J-Dock.
Recommendations are to continue lease and use.
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14502517 of ARRC Reserve 1521460 SF Fund Lease
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Map 73. Hemlock Street Water Well
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Leased from Kenai Peninsula Borough. Assessed Land Value (2023): $143,800.
Recommendations are to continue agreement and use.
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Address Description Status
14502622 503 Hemlock Ft. Raymond Subdi- 18,731 SF General Institutional Continue
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162 197
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Map 74. Iron Mountain Shooting Range
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A portion of the landfill leased from KPB as a shooting range. Operated by Iron Mountain Shooting
Club. Lease expires March 31, 2026. This lease is for a term of approximately 20 years commencing
April 27, 2006 and terminating March 31, 2026 unless sooner terminated. The annual lease rental for
the term of this Lease is $1.00. The City leases the property for the purpose of a shooting range to
be operated by the Iron Mountain Shooting Club.
Assessed Land Value (2023): 14424004: $4,250,000; 14424005: $1,511,600; Total Value:
$5,761,600.
Recommendations are to continue agreement with the Borough and make it more accessible to
the public. Require better road maintenance, cut the brush for better visibility, post new sign with
requirements that include hours/contact information and by-laws. Also include improvements for
other possible user groups, such as archery.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14424004 3200 T 1N R 1W Section 120 acres General Institutional Continue
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VACANT LANDS AND TIDELANDS - OTHER THAN SMIC LEASE AREA
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Map 76. 328 Fourth Avenue
Located north of fire hall. Property was donated to the City for the benefits of the community by JB
Woods family in November 2012.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and acquire Parcel 14912007 at 322 Fourth, from the
Seward Volunteer Fire Department and replat all five parcels as a single parcel for a new fire hall, and
possible municipal offices, courthouse, and public safety building complex.
A Public Safety (Fire Department and Police Department) facility feasibility study is being completed
in 2023.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14912008 328 Fourth Original Townsite of 6,098 SF General Central Retain
Avenue Seward, Lots 34 & (0.14) acre Fund Business Ownership
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167 202
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Map 77. Fort Raymond Vacant Lots - South of Sea Lion Avenue
Former Air Force Rec Camp
Originally leased by the US Government from the State in 1964 for an Air Force Rec Camp, the
City acquired the 11.04-acre parcel in 1983 with the Air Force Camp lease intact. A new lease was
negotiated in 1987, charging $1.00 annually. The City was notified of the camp closure and reversion
to the City in 2013.
City Council Resolution 2021-038 authorized City Manager to negotiate the sale of 3.31 acres on the
south end to Chugachmiut for a Regional Healthcare Facility.
At a Special City Council Meeting on August 8, 2022, the City Council unanimously selected the
southern portion of the Fort Raymond property as the location of the new public works facility
(approximately 4.5 acres). It is currently being replatted for the facility along with the powerline and
easement between that and the remaining parcel to the north.
Recommendation for the remainder of the parcel is to lease or sell (with a sound development plan)
to purchase other desirable city facility properties.
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Address Description Status
14502627 21011 2105, Fort Raymond 3.25 acres General Auto- Retain
(northern and 2109 Subdivision, Replat Fund Commercial Ownership
remainder) Dimond Blvd No. 1, 2022 Addn,
Lot 7A-1
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502627 21011 2105, Fort Raymond 4.5 acres General Auto- Retain
(Public and 2109 Subdivision, Replat Fund Commercial Ownership
Works) Dimond Blvd No. 1, 2022 Addn,
Lot 7A-1
169 204
Fort Raymond (905 Sea Lion Ave)
Located south of Sea Lion Avenue and west of the Seward Highway.
This parcel was originally part of a larger parcel to the north which was purchased for $1 from
the State in 1967 for development of an Alaska Centennial Campground (now called "Forest Acres
Campground'). This parcel became separated with the development of Sea Lion Avenue. The deed
was restricted to ""public recreational purposes."The restrictions were subsequently removed, and the
larger parcel was subdivided. This parcel remains vacant except for a 100-foot-wide transmission line
easement which bisects the lot, which will be replatted with the Public Works facility development.
Recommendation for the remainder of the parcel is to lease or sell (with a sound development plan)
to purchase other desirable city facility properties.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502608 905 Sea Lion Fort Raymond Sub- 92,347 SF General Institutional Lease or
Avenue division Replat No. (2.12 acres) Fund Sell
1, Lot 10A
170 205
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Map 78. Fort Raymond Vacant Lot - North of Hemlock
Fort Raymond (North Corner - Hemlock Ave & Seward Hwy)
A narrow triangular shaped parcel along Hemlock Avenue. It is a portion of a larger parcel
purchased from the State in 1967, for $1, for development of an Alaska Centennial Campground
(now called Forest Acres Campground). This parcel became separated from the larger parcel with
the construction of Hemlock Ave. The deed restricted its use to "public recreational purposes." Deed
restrictions have been removed. It is within 100-year flood plain.
Recommendation is to sell with a sound development plan.
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14502601 1000 Hemlock Fort Raymond 94,090 SF General Institutional Retain
Avenue Subdivision, Lot 13 (2.16 acres) Fund Ownership
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Map 79. Bayview Vacant Lot
Vacant, undeveloped timbered land on the lower slopes of Mt. Marathon, southwest of Barwell Street.
Due to steep slopes, recommendation is to retain for watershed and scenic viewshed. Add a
Conservation Overlay. Replat parcel to join with parcel 14823014 to the west, the SchefFler Creek
Watershed and Viewshed.
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Address Description Status
14708001 1601 Harold Bayview Addition, 35,719 SF General Resource Retain
Avenue Block 11, Lots 1-8 (0.82 acre) Fund Management
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Map 80. Marathon Addition Vacant Lot (204 Lowell Canyon Road)
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Map 80. Marathon Addition Vacant Lot (204 Lowell Canyon Road)
(West of Glacier View Apartments)
This wooded lot is one of three lots on a poorly defined cul-de-sac at the end of platted Lowell
Canyon Road ROW. The lot is large enough for different options for dwelling units and is in a prime
downtown neighborhood.
Recommendations: Require removal of private property stored on the interior and south side of lot.
Define cul-de-sac ROW. Vacate and replat the 50' ROW between this lot and Parcel 14801004 to
north, which would give each parcel half of the ROW while still providing access to both parcels.
Vacate and replat south property line to create a minimum 60' ROW for Lowell Canyon Road. Declare
as surplus and sell with RFP / bid for residential housing. Rezone to R1 or UR.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14801003 204 Lowell Marathon Addition 6,534 SF General Urban Sell
Canyon Road Lot 6 (0.15 acre) Fund Residential
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Map 81. Tideland Unsubdivided Remainder
Tideland Survey 174 originally contained 1,330.44 acres more or less, and stretched from just south
of the waterfall, along the shoreline to a point between C & D Street, then straight east across the
bay. City tidelands vary from deep water to mud flats. Land use Planning/Zoning designations of
tidelands match adjacent uplands.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and replat as need and budget allows.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14502419* No physical Alaska Tideland ±900 acres General Not Retain
address 174 remainder Fund Applicable Ownership
14734001** No physical Waterfront Park 57.51 acres General Park Retain
address Replat, Tract A Fund Ownership
14734009 No physical Waterfront Park 30.04 acres General Not Retain
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**Parcel 14734001 was originally with the Alaska Tideland Survey 174, but has been replatted as Waterfront
Park Replat, Tract A and can be found in map group, Map 44. Waterfront Park.
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Map 82. Nash Road Properties and Tidelands
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Map 82. Nash Road Properties and Tidelands
Nash Road Shore Property 1
This parcel is located on the east shore of Resurrection Bay with no dedicated road access. Terrain is
generally steep. Much of it is in a canyon. No public water, sewer or electric available.
Recommendations are to keep as Resource Management and lease or sell with a planned unit
development.
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Address Description Status
14533009 1201 Nash US Survey 3924, 57,935 SF General Resource Lease or
Road Lot 1 (1.33 acres) Fund Management Sell
Nash Road Shore Property 2
This parcel is located on the east shore of Resurrection and has direct access from Nash Road via an
old road. Terrain is generally moderate. No public water, sewer or electric available.
Recommendations are to keep as Resource Management and lease or sell with a planned unit
development.
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Address Description Status
14533024 1217 Nash Fourth of July Creek 409,464 SF General Resource Lease or
Road Subdivision, Roberts (9.4 acres) Fund Management Sell
Replat Tract H 1
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Nash Road Shore Property 3
This long narrow parcel is located on the east shore of Resurrection Bay has direct access from Nash
Road; however, it is very steep down to the shore and would be a challenge to develop. No public
water, sewer or electric available. There is a public access trail from Nash Road by Parcel 14533018,
the location of the communications tower."
Recommendations are to keep as Resource Management and lease or sell with a planned unit
development. Maintain public access to beach.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14533026 705 Nash Fourth of July Creek 683,021 General Resource Lease or
Road Subdivision, Roberts SF (15.68 Fund Management Sell
Replat Tract H2 acres)
Tideland (along Nash Road)
Tidelands east side of Resurrection Bay. Parcel 14533022 contains a Mitigation site established May
25, 2015, to comply with USACE Permit #POA-1980-468-M13 for the SMIC Breakwater Project.
Recommendation is to retain ownership. Maintain public access to beach and tidelands.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14533022 1103 Nash Tidelands Survey 59.11 acres General Resource Retain
Road ATS 1574 Tract A Fund Management Ownership
Replat Tract A-1
14533023 909 Nash Tidelands Survey 96.11 acres General Resource Retain
Road ATS 1574 Tract A Fund Management Ownership
Replat, Tract A-2
Tideland SMIC
Parcel fronts private land in the center of Fourth of July Creek valley. Submerged tidelands and part
of popular Spring Creek Beach, accessed from Spring Creek Campground.
Recommendation is to retain ownership. Maintain public access to beach and tidelands. Seek
acquisition of tidelands and beach or easement from adjacent private property on Parcels 14533004
and 14533005. Rezone from Industrial to Resource Management.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14533021 3007 Bette Alaska Tidelands 314,939 SF General Industrial Retain
Cato Avenue Survey 1574, Tract (7.23 acres) Fund Ownership
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Nash Road / SMIC Bench, Fourth of July Creek Valley
This large tract is located around the valley of the industrial area going from the bench on Nash
Road, toward Godwin Glacier, and around toward Fourth of July Beach. The area was acquired from
the KPB as part of land trade for the elementary school site.
Nash Road was extended south along the steep forested, western slope of Mt Alice to create access
to Fourth of July Valley for the development of SMIC in 1980. This large tract is surrounded by DNR
and USFS land to the north, and DNR land to the west and south. It encompasses the shoulder and
slopes of Mt Alice, a portion of Fourth of July Creek Valley containing a long stretch of Fourth of July
Creek flowing from Godwin Glacier, and the steep, forested slope of Fourth of July Peak to the south.
The Nash Road Bench, also known as ""SMIC Bench" and ""Mt Alice Bench" is an approximately 800-
acre area on the northwest portion of the parcel. A portion with up to 20% slope lies between
700- and 1050 feet elevation. Spring Creek originates in this area and flows south down the steep
mountainside. Development of this bench has been a topic of interest for 30 years. City Council
approved a feasibility study in 2021 to explore the options to provide housing. After a presentation at
a Special Meeting on September 26, 2022, Council declined to pursue the development any further at
this time due to extremely high cost to bring utilities in (over $100million).
Recommendations are to retain with the possibility of a public recreation site or lease/sell with a
sound development plan. Keep zoning as Resource Management.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14532003 700 Nash Fourth of July Creek 1,828.5 General Resource Retain
Road Subdivision No. 2, acres Fund
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600 Nash Road and Bette Cato Avenue
This parcel has some frontage on Nash Road and all along Bette Cato Avenue. It was at one time
used for composting sewer lagoon sludge. It is anticipated that when the composted material is inert,
it will be sold or spread for soil.
Recommendations: Develop timeline and methods for disposal of sludge that is currently composting
and any finished compost. Find alternative site for composting sludge or funding to haul it away.
Lease or sell for residential development or commercial support properties for the SMIC Area.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14532006 600 Nash Fourth of July Creek 30.2 acres General Resource Lease or
Road (at Subdivision No. 2, Fund Management Sell
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VACANT LANDS - LANDS AVAILABLE FOR '-EASE SMIC AREA
Fourth of July Creek Subdivision — Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMICj— a replat of Fourth of
July Creek Tracts A-E, USS 4827, USS 4828, USS 3924, ATS 1222 and ASLA 76-69. These lands were
acquired by state patent through municipal entitlement and by land trades with the Kenai Peninsula
Borough. There are no deed restrictions other than easements to public waters. The Seward Marine
Industrial Center Development plan recommends that utilities be extended throughout the area to
encourage development.
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*Important Note: There are a number of events (replats, potential land sales, and
recommendation changes) that are in process / forthcoming will require significant changes in
descriptions, maps, and moving land to other categories. We have also found that the Borough
imagery does not match what we know to be true, which we need to resolve. We started to make
revisions but are going to pause until all of the outcomes are determined and will then bring those
revisions forward at a later time for discussion and approval.
Block 5
Block 5 is located toward the back of the industrial area. It is bounded on four sides by roads. A
25-foot ground water drainage ditch/easement is along its west side along Olga Street. A portion of
Block 5 was replatted with Block 2 for the Fire Department Training Site to form parcel 14534067 on
the north end of this area. This is the remainder that sits to the south.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and lease.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534068 205 Delphin Fourth of July Creek 119,790 SF General Industrial Retain
Street Subdivision SMIC, (2.75 acres) Fund Ownership
Fire Department
Replat, Lot 1, Block
5
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Block 6
Block 6 is located in the SE section of SMIC. It is bounded by Olga Street to the west, Sorrel Road
to the south, and Delphin Street to the east. There is a 25-foot-wide drainage ditch/easement along
the west side along Olga Street. Parcel 14534044 was recently replatted by Duchess inc. That
information will be added once the Borough finalizes the plat and updates the parcel viewer. There
are four platted parcels in Block 6. All are currently vacant and undeveloped except for Lot 1 in the
SE corner which is leased to Global Tower (see page 139).
Recommendations are to retain ownership and keep available for lease. Clear for vessel storage.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534042 3504 Sorrel Fourth of July Creed 46,609 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC, (1.07 acres) Fund Ownership
Lot 2 Block 6
14534043 3500 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 26,136 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC, (0.6 acre) Fund Ownership
Lot 3, Block 6
14534044 110 Olga Fourth of July Creek 264,845 SF General Industrial Retain
Street UnSubdivided (6.08 acres) Fund Ownership
Remainder of Block
6
Block 7
Block 7 currently consists of seven parcels. Lot 1A, Lot 3, and Lot 4C are leased to JAG Marine and
Indusrial Services. Lot 2 is leased to Polar Seafoods. Lot 4B contains the City Travel-lift access to boat
basin, and washdown pad. Lot 4D is leased to Exit Marine for boat work and storage. (See Map 61.
SMIC Leases).
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue current leases.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534058 3305 Morris Fourth of July Creek 419,047 SF General Industrial Retain
Avenue Subdivision SMIC (9.62 acres) Fund Ownership
Raibow Replat, Lot
4A1, Block 7
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Block 8
This block lies between Sorrel Road and the undeveloped shoreline. There is about an acre of
useable land. Portions of the shoreline are eroding. Lot 2 is leased to USCG, Shore Infrastructure.
Recommendations are to retain ownership, evaluate shoreline erosion, and maintain an easement to
access the beach.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534034 3213 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 1,307 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC (0.03 acre) Fund Ownership
Seward's Ship
Drydock Replat, Lot
1, Block 8
14534049 3311 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 77,101 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC (1.77 acres) Fund Ownership
Seward's Ship
Drydock Replat, Lot
3, Block 8
Block 9
These Parcels were subdivided as part of the USCG subdivision and land sale.
Parcel 14534062 currently provides access to the Float and Ramp.
Recommendations are to retain ownership and continue leasing.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534062 3205 Mustang Fourth of July Creek 44,866 SF General Industrial Retain
Ave. Subdivision SMIC (1.03 acres) Fund Ownership
Polar Seafoods Re-
plat Amended, Lot
1A-1, Block 9
14534063 209 Nash Fourth of July Creek 37,026 SF General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC (0.85 acres) Fund Ownership
Polar Seafoods Re-
plat Amended, Lot
1A, Block 9
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Map 86. SMIC Vacant Lots - Block 10
*Important Note: There are a number of events (replats, potential land sales, and
recommendation changes) that are in process / forthcoming will require significant changes in
descriptions, maps, and moving land to other categories. We have also found that the Borough
imagery does not match what we know to be true, which we need to resolve. We started to make
revisions but are going to pause until all of the outcomes are determined and will then bring those
revisions forward at a later time for discussion and approval.
Block 10
Block includes the tideland basin, North Dock, barge dock, breakwater, travel lift dock, (See Map
21. Docks, Basin and Breakwater) and Spring Creek Campground (See Map 45. Spring Creek
Campground). The land was mostly created from dredged tidelands during the development of the
Seward Marine Industrial Center. It is a large cargo staging area in support of the North Dock.
Recommendations are to retain land and facility ownership, continue use of beach next to Spring
Creek as a campground and public access to beach, and complete development of uplands as a
support area to the North Dock.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14534040* 3207 Sorrel Fourth of July Creek 92.99 acres General Industrial Retain
Road Subdivision SMIC Fund Ownership
That portion of
Block 10 excluding
Lots 1 & 2
*This parcel is also in Map groups, Map 21. Docks, Basin and Breakwater and, Map 45. Spring Creek Campground.
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SURPLUS LANDS
These lands appear to have no public use and do not appear suited for lease development. They are
generally considered surplus and it is recommended that they be disposed of through sale or trade.
Map 31. Japanese Creek North Forest Acres Levee Parcels
Parcel Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
ID Address Description Status
14502141 2501 Seward Forest Acres Subdi- 11430,510 General Resource Retain
Highway vision Levee Replat SF (32.84 Fund Management Ownership
Tract 5A acres) or Trade
*Recommendation to trade with the DNR for either DNR land by Fourth of July Beach or 707 Fifth Ave (parcel
14723017)
Map 80. Marathon Addition Vacant Lot (204 Lowell Canyon Road)
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14801003 204 Lowell Marathon Addition, 6,534 SF General Urban Sell
Canyon Road Lot 6 (0.15 acre) Fund Residential
TAX FORECLOSED PROPERTY - NONE
At the time of this revision of the land management plan, the City does not have any tax foreclosed
properties in its inventory. Properties for tax foreclosure inside city limits are deeded to the City by
State Statutes, tax foreclosure properties are presented to the City Council to declare whether they
are needed for a public use or surplus.
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LANDS TO CONSIDER FOR ACQUISITION
As the community develops, public land needs expand beyond what is already owned by the City. The
following is a list of properties that have been identified for acquisition.
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Map 88. Lands to Consider for Acquisition
Additional Land for City Hall / Public Safety Complex
Lots to the north of fire hall (see Map 3), owned by the Volunteer Fire Department.
Recommendations are to acquire lots from Volunteer Fire Department to consolidate property for City
Hall, courthouse, public safety complex.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14912001 300 Fourth, Original Townsite of 6,098.4 SF General Central Acquire
404 Adams Seward, Lot 21 & 22, (0.14 acre) Fund Business
ACS Site, Block 16 District
14912007 322 Fourth Original Townsite of 8,712 SF General Central Acquire
Avenue Seward, Lots 32 & 33 (0.2 acre) Fund Business
and the North 28 feet District
of Lot 31, Block 16
DOT/PF Maintenance Shop and Storage Lot
The City and the State have a Memorandum of Understanding that addresses the need to move this
type of use out of the core town area. Funding has been the big limitation. If it becomes vacant, it
might be available to the City under municipal entitlement.
The shop lot is located on the north side of B Street at the Fifth Avenue intersection. The State of
Alaska DOT/PF built a new shop and maintenance facility at mile 23 Seward Hwy in 2013. The old
facility currently remains open in Seward. The storage lot is located on the southeast corner of B
Street and Fifth Avenue, it is used for overflow storage.
Recommendations are if the State Shop completely moves out of town, to pursue acquiring the
properties under the municipal entitlement, and rezone to Urban Residential (UR). Do a phase 1
environmental study before making the decision to acquire.
Parcel ID Physical Legal Parcel Size Fund Zoning Retention
Address Description Status
14732006 412 B Street Oceanview 87,991 SF General Institutional Acquire
Subdivision, Lot 6, (2.02 acres) Fund
Block 4
14723017 707 Fifth Federal Addition Lot 221216 SF General Auto Acquire
Avenue 1, Block 9 (0.51 acre) Fund Commercial
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GENERAL POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS
Where possible the City should strive to:
a. Retain all currently City-owned land as a general rule.
b. Require dedication of land during subdivision re-platting to widen sub-standard rights-of-way.
c. Lease terms should be for the shortest term possible to amortize development financing and
allow for windows of opportunity to make changes consistent with then current policy.
d. Replat city property to vacate lot lines and consolidate lots where appropriate.
e. Continue to require leases to replat parcels into legal subdivisions.
f. Maximize long term revenues from city lands.
g. Where possible, when leases expire and it is mutually determined to continue the lease, issue
new agreement documents updated to current standards.
h. Develop a Land Bank account to use for the sale and purchase of city lands. Leverage sale of
land for infrastructure expansion.
i. Develop a Conservation Overlay District to protect critical natural lands.
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
While it is hoped that actions presented in this plan will be implemented, it is recognized that plans
must be flexible to reflect condition changes and funding availability necessary to implement certain
recommendations. Plans are key program documents and should be utilized to assist in capital
budgeting process of the City of Seward. The goal of any plan is for it to be implemented. In order
to ensure the successful implementation of this Municipal Lands Management Plan and enable
the City to realize its benefits, it should be adopted by City Council resolution and incorporated by
reference as a part of the Comprehensive Plan.
The City normally reviews its Comprehensive Plan annually with an overall update every five years. It
is strongly urged that the Municipal Land Management Plan be reviewed and updated annually. An
annual review and update will help track accomplishments, changes and any inadvertent omissions.
Because dynamic changes in community needs and politics occur daily, it is vital that up to date
information upon which to make management, planning and budgeting decisions is available to the
public, administration, and the City Council.
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PRIORITIES BY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
Priorities:
1. Assisting in residential development
2. Continue Title 15 code/land use review/revision.
3. Annual Municipal Lands Inventory and Use Plan Review and Revision
4. Cemetery Master Plan Revision
5. Tighten up Conditional Use Permit standards
6. Waterfront park revitalization
(create more of a "green space; move fire pits away from beach side of pathway)
PROPOSED ACTION ITEMS
Short Term (<1 year)
1. Work Sessions:
a. Have a joint work session with Parks and Recreation to discuss Waterfront
campgrounds and Spring Creek Campground.
b. Have a joint work session with Parks and Recreation to provide input on the Parks
and Recreation Master Plan
2. Replats:
a. Citizen ballfield and Electrical building
b. New Public Works building site
c. Juniper ROW
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PROPOSED ACTION ITEMS
Long Term (>1 year)
1. Work Sessions:
a. Discuss new name for"North Dock"
b. Discuss Conservation Lands
i. Identify other anadromous streams, wetlands, tidelands, etc. that can be added to
the Plan
ii. Define the term, "conservation overlay"
c. Discuss ""Lands for Acquisition"
d. Discuss solutions for widening and improving Nash Road
2. Replats:
a. Replat the two parcels that make up the future Jesse Lee Home Memorial Park into
one parcel
b. Replat the two parcels that make up Kawabe Park into one parcel
c. Replat Lowell Canyon Picnic Area to its own parcel (Map 42. Lowell Canyon Picnic
Area, Mt Marathon Runner's Trailhead)
d. Sorrel Road (make sure plat reflects the road vacation)
e. Road to rock quarry
3. General Policy Recommendations:
a. Section (a) — consider implementing the Kenai Peninsula Borough's standards for
road widths
4. Maps:
a. Update maps with the most recent parcel boundaries from pending replats
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APPENDIX
Accomplishments
2022/3:
Completed:
Fourth of July Beach Recommendation — focus on maintaining public access, adding signage,
dedicated parking spaces for RVs, and replatting area.
Spring Creek Campground Recommendation — focus on maintaining public access to the beach,
adding signage, a land acquisition for easement, and rezoning area.
Borough access easement to Citizens / Lewi Field
In the process of replatting the remainder of Fort Raymond for new Public Works building
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