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City Council Chambers, 410 Adams Street
Please silence all cell phones and devices during the meeting
Mayor Sue McClure Council Member Kevin Finch City Manager Kat Sorensen
Vice Mayor John Osenga Council Member Robert Barnwell Asst. City Manager Jason Bickling
Council Member Mike Calhoon Council Member Julie Crites City Clerk Kris Peck
Council Member Randy Wells City Attorney Sam Severin
Monday,November 27, 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 SCHEDULED 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 Consent Agenda passes all
routine items listed under Item 7. Consent Agenda items are not considered separately unless a council member
requests an item be returned to the Regular Agenda.)
6. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS,AND REPORTS
A. Proclamations and Awards -None
B. City Manager Report............................................................................ Pg. 5
C. City Clerk Report
D. City Attorney Report
E. Other Reports and Announcements
F. Presentations (Presentations are limited to ten minutes each, excluding Q&A, and are limited to two per
meeting unless increased by council.)
1) Presentation on the Trip Highlights of the Seward Delegation to Obihiro, Japan
7. CONSENT AGENDA(also marked with an asterisk)
A. Minutes of Preceding Meeting
1)*Approval of the November 13, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes...............Pg.41
B. Introduction of Ordinances
1) *Ordinance 2023-021: An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Seward,
Alaska,Amending Seward City Code Section 11.15.130—Paid Parking To Establish A
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Procedure For Issuance Of Citations In City Parking Lots And Meter Zones To
Establish A Fine...........................................................................Pg. 49
C. Resolutions
1) *Resolution 2023-127: Accepting And Appropriating Funds From The State Of
Alaska, Public Library Assistance Grant Program, In The Amount Of $7,000 To
Provide Materials And Programs At The Seward Community Library And Matching
Funds........................................................................................Pg. 57
2) *Resolution 2023-128: Expressing Support For Seward Community Health Center
Building A New Clinic At 431-501 First Avenue, Seward,Alaska...................Pg.69
3) *Resolution 2023-129: Authorizing The City Manager To Purchase From Southern
States, LLC, A Three-Phase Horizontal Circuit Switch In The Not-To-Exceed Amount
Of$155,550, Including Shipping,For Installation In Seward's Lawing Substation Near
MoosePass................................................................................Pg. 104
4) *Resolution 2023-130: Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Purchase
Agreement With SHI For The Purchase Of Scale Computing Systems Servers For The
Police Department, In The Amount Of$41,250.82.................................Pg. 113
5) *Resolution 2023-131: A Resolution Of The Seward Port And Commerce Advisory
Board Recommending City Council Approval Of The 2023 Seward Boat Harbor
Plan.........................................................................................Pg. 120
D. Other Items
1) *Non-objection to the new liquor license for Stoney Creek Tap House 96167,
Brewery....................................................................................Pg. 154
2) *Non-objection to the new liquor license for Stoney Creek Cider House 96168,
Winery.....................................................................................Pg.158
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 2023-125: Recommending 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
and10A-2.................................................................................Pg. 163
2) Resolution 2023-126: Recommending 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................................................................................Pg. 174
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9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Resolutions
1) Resolution 2023-124: Supporting The Brown & Hawkins Fire Suppression System
Project For The Historical Building Located At 205, 207 & 209 Fourth Avenue And
Recommending The City Manager Accept And Administer Federal Funding Provided
By The Alaska Department Of Natural Resources...................................Pg. 184
(This resolution failed on November 13, 2023. The next day Council Member Barnwell filed
a reconsideration with the City Clerk. This resolution will require a 2/3 vote to get back on the
floor.)
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolutions
1) Resolution 2023-132: Adopting the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan
—2023 Update.............................................................................Pg. 213
B. Other New Business
1) Discussion PACAB Work Session Topic Priorities...................................Pg. 218
2) Cancel the December 27, 2023 Regular Council Meeting
3) Discuss postponing the December 11, 2023 Regular Council Meeting to December 18,
2023
4) Appoint a city representative on the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association(CIAA)Board
of Directors with a term to expire May 2024...........................................Pg.219
11. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS -None
12. CITIZEN COMMENTS (There is no sign in for this comment period. Time is limited to five(5) minutes
per speaker.)
13. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS AND RESPONSES TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
14. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Per Seward City Code 2.10.033(E)(2): Subjects that tend to prejudice the reputation and
character of any person, provided the person may request a public discussion—
City Clerk Initial Evaluation after 180 days
15. ADJOURNMENT
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City Manager's Report— November 13, 2023
Kat Sorensen
Mayor McClure and Council Members,
Obihiro Sister City Visit: I spent 10 days travelling to our Sister City in Obihiro, Japan. Our
delegation saw a warm welcome from our sister city, and had an amazing time seeing what
their city and community is like. We'll give a full presentation at the next council meeting. Below
is a photo of me presenting the city's gift to the Mayor of Obihiro. The gift is an original painting
by J. Leslie.
Since returning to the office on Tuesday, I've been catching up on the past two weeks. And a
big thank you to the team on holding down the fort while I was gone.
Some takeaways from the CMR report attached:
• Parks and Rec's Halloween Carnival saw about 400 attendees!
• Doug and Norm attended the USACE conference in Denver with the full Army Corps
of Engineers group. They are still on schedule to have the project bid out by late
2026 with construction of the new tunnel starting in 2027.
• Seward's Angel Tree Program is up and running. Visit sewardfire.com/angeltree for
more information
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to me, my number is (907) 224 4012
and city cell phone is 907 362 1020. My email address is ksorensen(a)cityofsewa rd.net.
Purchase Orders
As required by the Seward Municipal Code 6.05.010, the following purchase orders between
$5,000 and $30,000 have been approved by the City Manager since the last council meeting.
Department Order Date Vendor Description Amount
CITY SHOP 1 V03/2023 CONSTRUCTION Repair&Maintenance to Volvo L90F Loader.Sole Soure:CMI only vendor to work on Volvo 5.103.90
MACHINERY INDUSTRIAL Equipment.Two estimates attached for complete PO
LLC
EMERGENCY 10126/2023 EVERBRIDGE INC Nixel 2023-2024 Subscription 6.090.00
PREPAREDNESS
TYC 10/10/2023 PREMIER CONSTRUCTION B&GC Flooding Damage Repair.Responsible parties Insurance will reimburse the cost of 6.500.00
LLC repairs.Reached out to 2 other companies via email for assessments.Premeir was the only
company to respond and provided a proposal.
CAMPGROUNDS 10/13/2023 RJ THOMAS 24 Picnic Table Frames and 4 Charcoal Grills for campgrounds. 11,864.40
MANUFACTURING
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Assistant City Manager
Jason Bickling
Emergency Operations Plan: We have a group that is working on reviewing and revising
our EOPs for each facility. They have not been updated for a number of years and
some facilities don't have them. We will be creating and revising them for consistent
response but customized for each facility. They had their first meeting on November 7tn
to make these revisions and get plans put in place. Once the plans are finalized, staff
will be trained, and drills will be regularly practiced.
AKRR: The Mayor and I met with Christy Terry on October 27t" to get an update from
the Railroad including plans for the freight dock and work on train bridges over the
winter. She will be coming on January 22nd to give a more comprehensive report to
City Council.
Public Works Facility: We are still working towards the 65% design on the Public Works
Facility. This should be coming before you at the beginning of 2024 for approval to
move to 95%.
Heat Loop Project: As part of the DOE grant moving forward, the National Renewable
Energy Laboratories Team and Andy Baker with Your Clean Energy came to Seward
October 31 — November 3rd for a site visit. They set up monitoring equipment, collected
additional site information, and met with the Ad Hoc Committee. I spent a fair amount of
time (which counts towards the City's in-kind contribution) managing logistics and
getting building and energy information for them.
*Board and Commission Attendance Tracker is included in this report.
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City of Seward - Human Resources Manager Report
Staffing Information
# of
Department Job Title Positions Filled
Administration City Manager 1 1
Assistant City Manager 1 1
Human Resources Manager 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 4 4
Finance Director 1 1
Deputy Finance Director 1 0
Senior Accountant 1 1
Accounting Technician III 1 1
Accounting Technician II 1 1
Accounting Technician - Utilities 2 1
Accounting Tech Payroll 1 0
Accounting Tech Accounts Payable 1 1
TOTAL: 9 6
Public Works Director 1 1
Street Foreman 1 1
Maintenance Mechanic 3 3
Public Works Technician 1 1
Shop Foreman 1 1
Water and Wastewater Foreman 1 1
Water and Wastewater Operator 3 3
Building Maintenance Technician 2 1
TOTAL: 13 12
Community Development Director 1 0
Planner 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 0
TOTAL: 3 1
Electric Director 1 0
Operations Supervisor 1 0
Field Engineer 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Lineman 4 4
Plant Operator 2 2
TOTAL: 10 8
Fire Department Chief 1 1
Deputy Chief 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Building Official 1 1
Building Fire Inspector 1 1
Firefighter/EMT 1 1
Seasonal - Summer Laborer 1 1
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# of
Department Job Title Positions Filled
TOTAL: 7 7
Harbor Harbor Master 1 1
Deputy Harbor Master 1 1
Office Manager 1 1
Executive Assistant 2 2
Harbor Worker II 6 6
Harbor Worker III 1 1
Seasonal - Summer Laborer Part-Time 1 0
Seasonal - Summer Laborer Full-Time 1 0
TOTAL: 14 12
IT Director 1 1
Senior IT Tech 1 1
IT Technician 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Library Director 1 1
Assitant Library Director 1 1
Library Technician 1 0
Curator 1 1
Library Aide 1 1
Seasonal - Aides 2 2
TOTAL: 7 6
Police Chief 1 1
Deputy Chief 1 1
Sergeant 1 1
Patrol Officer 7 5
Patrol Officer not funded 1 0
Executive Assistant 1 1
Corrections Sergeant 1 1
Corrections Officer 4 1
Corrections Officer not funded 1 0
Dispatch Supervisor 1 1
Dispatcher 5 4
Animal Control Officer 1 1
Animal Control Officer Assistant 1 1
DMV Clerk 1 1
TOTAL: 27 19
Parks & Recreation Director 1 1
Deputy Director 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
Campground Coordinator 1 1
Program Coordinator 1 1
Recreational Assistant 1 1
Maintenance Technician 1 1
Seasonal - Summer 9 0
Seasonal - Winter 8 3
TOTAL: 24 10
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# of
Department Job Title Positions Filled
City Clerk's Office City Clerk 1 1
Deputy City Clerk 1 1
Executive Assistant 1 1
TOTAL: 3 3
Total number of authorized positions: 124
Total number of filled positions: 91
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Community Development Department
Courtney Bringhurst
➢ The Planning and Zoning Commission had a meeting on November 7th. The
preliminary plats for 605 Sea Lion Ave, separating the electric building from the
ballfields, and 905 Sea Lion Ave, separating out the 1.4 acres of land to be sold
to Seward City Tours was on the agenda as public hearing items. The 2023
Update to the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan was also on the
agenda.
➢ The Planning and Zoning Commission has a scheduled work session on
November 21 st
➢ AWR Engineering has begun work on the Flood Mitigation Assessment Project
for Scheffler Creek. They will be analyzing the effect on flooding with four
mitigation solutions:
0 1) Raising the elevation of Barwell Street and increasing the size of the
culverts on Barwell Street and Phoenix Road
0 2) Raising the elevation of Dairy Hill Lane
0 3) Improve conveyance of flood waters across Phoenix Road by adding
cross culverts and drainage ditches
o 4) A combination of the above solutions
➢ We are reviewing and assessing aspects of code that need to be tightened or
updated.
➢ 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.
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GIS Report:
- Selena has starting 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. She is also helping the
Electric department with the GIS for the renewal of their Forestry permit.
- She will also be working to update the cemetery map to include the columbarium
spots that were added this past summer.
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Electric System
Director Rob Montgomery
Infrastructure Project (Ongoing) — Substation refurbishment work at the Fort
Raymond Substation is winding down in anticipation of winter. Both large transformers
have been installed inside the substation. The Electric Department is continuing to work
with its engineering contractor, Dryden & LaRue, to coordinate remaining work and
order remaining materials for the Lawing Substation near Moose Pass and the Spring
Creek Substation on Nash Road. Work on the Lawing Substation will get underway in
early spring and work at the Spring Creek Substation will begin in late spring or early
summer.
2023 Rate Study (Ongoing) — The Financial Engineering Company has completed its
work on the 2023 Rate Study and recommendations will go to City Council in November.
New customers rates will go into effect on January 1, 2024.
Tree Removal Eagle Lane—The Electric Department was contacted by a customer
regarding a few "danger"trees adjacent to the distribution line running along Eagle Lane
off Herman Leirer Road. One large dead tree was within just a few feet of the line and
needed to be removed immediately. I was accompanied by the foreman of our tree
clearing contractor, AK Tree Service, and we met with the property owner to coordinate
the removal of the trees, which was done the week of October 23.
Bird Deflectors— On October 24, I met with two customers at Preacher's Pond to
discuss the recent death of a Blue Heron that had flown into power lines on the north
side of the pond. They requested the use of deflectors on those lines to divert birds
away during flight. I agreed with the customers that the use of deflectors in the location
may be helpful, so line crews have been directed to install the deflectors once they wrap
up their construction season efforts.
• Customer Job Orders — Between October 15 and October 29, electric department
personnel processed 10 job orders with another four in the queue ready for the crew
and five others waiting for customers to complete work on their side of the meter. For
the year, crews have completed 26 job orders. Crews also conducted underground
locates on 24 requests.
Department Overtime—Total overtime hours for the 4-man line crew, 2 plant
operators and field engineer: Infrastructure 56 hours; Other 79 hours.
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Finance Department Sully Jusino
Finance Director
Mission Statement: Valuable Objectives:
To provide the highest level of services responsive to our We built trust with all stakeholders through responsible
community's expectations and to enhance the quality of stewardship of public resources with integrity,
life and economic vitality. accountability,and respect.
Utility Department:
Working with Utility Assist. on implementing and mapping the City billing process, Utility
Assist went live on 9.11.23, and the conversion process of the outsourcing is moving
smoothly. Finance is working with the Electric department on training on meter reading,
addressing and resolving old problems.
We are currently working on the FY22 Audit finding list.
The finance department is assisting with information and analysis of the ongoing
water/sewer rate study as well as with the Heat Loop Project.
Utility Assist will work with Cornerstone on the collection program to collect old
outstanding balances.
Utility Assist. is working on the Net Meter billing implementation; the targeted date will be
for December billing, we will notify our Net Meter customers.
The finance department and the Carmen Jackson team continue to work on utility billing
issues and resolve old problems identified through internal audits of the City.
Staffing:
The finance department continues to struggle with retaining staff. Anyone interested in any open
position with Finance is encouraged to apply through our City's website at Employment
Opportunities I Seward, AK(cityofseward.us)
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Finance Department Sully Jusino
Finance Director
City Code and Fiscal Manual updates:
A Fiscal Manual has been created for the City using best practices, the current municipal code,
the city charter, and state regulations. The City Manager, Finance Director, and CJCPA are
currently reviewing the draft. Of the drafted ten (10) sections, seven (7) have been reviewed and
approved by the city currently working with Title 14 with other departments' heads for review
and analysis.
Carmen Jackson Update:
The Carmen Jackson team continues to work closely with the finance department to assist with
the Util-Assist transition and directly assist with the billing process until the outsourcing is
complete. Additionally, CJCPA continues to provide ongoing accounting services on a daily
basis and continues to assist with high-level finance department operations. The Carmen
Jackson team, the finance department, and the administration continue to review the fiscal
manual and portions of the City code with financial implications as part of the overall updates to
policies and procedures.
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Seward Community Library & Museum
Bailey Sayler
MUSEUM WINDOW DISPLAY
Early Alaska Railroad
The summer "Windows of History" display features a history of the early Alaska Railroad. Learn
about the railroads beginning as the Alaska Central Railroad in 1903, through its ups and downs
until it was purchased by the federal government in 1915, and its official start as the Alaska
Railroad Company in 1923 when President Harding came to Alaska to drive the golden spike at
Nenana. On view are an assortment of early railroad photos from the Resurrection Bay
Historical Society.
Thank you Museum Volunteers
We would like to thank our amazing museum volunteers, from the Resurrection Bay Historical
Society and the Seward Community Library Association, for all the hours they put into caring for
the museum and its collection. In 2022, both organizations combined contributed over 660
hours to volunteering, with RBHS having 624 of those hours. We would also like to thank local
Boy Scout Troop 568 for volunteering 56 additional hours with RBHS to complete other large
museum tasks.
Play n Chat
Every Tuesday and Thursday, Bloom brings arts n crafts, story time, and play time for our
younger crowd.
Upcoming Events
4 After school tutoring Tuesday— Friday. Math, Spanish, and Language Arts help.
Hvery Friday we have a Movie Matinee starting at 3:30 p.m.
OEvery Wednesday at 3 pm at the library, Come learn the Japanese Alphabet!
0 November 25t"- Christmas Lighting at 6 pm and crafts with hot cocoa to follow at the library.
Saturday Storytime:
Join us for Story-time and an activity every Saturday at 11:00 a.m.
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Past Events
On October 24, our library threw a spectacular bash to honor the extraordinary volunteers
hailing from the fantastic Garden Fairies, the Resurrection Bay Historical Society, and the
Friends of the Seward Community Library (SLCA). These volunteers are the real MVPs who
sprinkle fairy dust on our library and museum, making them sparkle with success. Without their
magic touch, we'd be lost in the stacks!
The Solar Eclipse shindig was a total blast, drawing in an astronomical 60 cosmic enthusiasts to
witness the mind-blowing Space Challenger Exhibit at the AVTEC Gym. This out-of-this-world
event was fueled by the rocket power of sponsorship from the Seward Community Library
Association and the Seward Community Foundation.
Library Winter Hours starting October 1st:
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Saturdays 10 a.m. —5 p.m.
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Passports
We are currently taking passport appointments for new passports but not renewals.
Please call 907-224-4082 for appointments.
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Why Learn the Japanese Alphabet with Us?
• Unlock a New World:Dive into the fascinating world of Japanese culture and language by exploring its
unique writing system.
• Fun and Interactive:Our workshop is designed to make learning the Japanese alphabet enjoyable and
engaging.
What you will learn
• Simple Vocabulary:Start building your Japanese vocabulary from day one.
• Japanese Alphabet:Be able to spell your name by the end of the program.
Who Can Attend:
• Beginners and enthusiasts.
• No prior knowledge of Japanese required.
What's Included:
• Workshop materials
• Hands-on practice.
• Expert guidance.
Limited Seats Available!Reserve Your Spot Today! Classes held weekly on Wednesdays @ 3pm,_
beginning October 25th. For more information call Seward Community Library&Museum @ 907-224-4010.
Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a fascinating journey into the world of the Japanese alphabet!Join
our workshop and start your Japanese language adventure today.
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Sports and Recreation:
Sports and Rec. has had a busy month of October! Sports Leagues are going strong through the
October and looking good to continue into the month of November. The Photography Contest
closed Oct. 30th with 40 submissions! We are excited to announce winners at the Winter Art
Night with Res. Art on November 17th. The Halloween Carnival had around 400 Seward
residents attending and all were very excited and grateful that the whole event was free! Park and
Bark is slowly building attendance and we decided to continue it in November to allow for more
attendance build-up. We had a booth at the AVTEC Job Fair while stirring up some interest in
our summer seasonal positions -the event inspired us to create new booth material for future
events. We partnered with Gateway hotel to offer a two day Cribbage event with at around 10
players each night. We are very excited for an even busy November- - check out the events
below!
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Daily Activities: (November)
Monday: Recreational Volleyball: 5:30-7:30pm
Tai Chi Energy Series 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Tuesday: Open Gym: 10-6pm
`Senior Walking Hour: 11-12pm
Dungeons and Dragons: 6-8pm
Recreational Racquetball League: 5-6:30pm
Competitive Basketball: 5:30-7:30pm (Middle School)
Wednesday: `Senior Walking Hour: 11-12pm
Racquetball Challenge Court: 5-8pm
Competitive Racquetball league: 5:30-9:30pm
Cribbage meetup: 6-8 pm (multi-purpose room)
Thursday: `Senior walking hour: 11-12pm
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Youth Gym: 12-lpm
Competitive Basketball: 5:30-7:30pm
Friday: Senior Walking hour: 12-lpm
Youth Gym: 1-3pm
Open Volleyball: 6-8pm
Saturday: Park and Bark llam-12pm
Open Pickleball: 12-2pm
Open Rockwall: 1-3pm
Adult Only Rockwall: 3-4pm
Skate Night: 6-9pm (every other Saturday)
Other events:
November 3rd: Puzzle Battle 6pm-8pm
November loth: Super Smash Brothers 4pm- 7pm
November 1lth: Grateful Skate 5pm-8pm
November 17th: Winter Art Night 6pm-8pm
November 18th: Turkey Bowl & BBQ 12pm - 2pm
Kids Night 5pm-7:30pm
November 20th +27th: Sewing Workshop
November 25th: Harry Potter Skate 5pm - 9pm
Leagues:
October 16th—Dec. 1 lth: Rec. Volleyball League, Friday 5:30PM—7:30PM AVTEC Gym
October 3rd— Nov. 30th: Basketball League, Tues. & Thurs. 5:30PM—7:30PM AVTEC Gym
October 13rd—Dec. 8th: Competitive Racquetball League, Fridays 5PM—8PM AVTEC Gym
October 1 Oth—Dec. 12th: Rec. Racquetball League, Tuesday 5PM—8PM AVTEC Gym
October 18th—Dec. 13th: Competitive Volleyball League, Wednesday 5:30PM—
9:30PM AVTEC Gym
Parks:
Working on a map of all Parks, Playgrounds, Trails, Ballfield &Pocket Park areas for the
Community and Visitors.
Refurbishing park signs and bulletin boards
Prepping for Christmas putting up lights and decorating Park areas.
Campgrounds:
Thanks to the weather holding up Campground work& improvements are still ongoing.
Harborside, Alice and Marathon Campground resurfacing project has been started and completed
during the week of the 6 — 1 Oth
Updating Maps, Campground rules and enhancements to Campspot website for easier consumer
usage. Online reservations for the 2024 season will open Jan 2
Parking: Parking revenues for the 2023 season $342,380.39
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Public Works Department
Doug Schoessler - Director
➢ Public Works Director
• US Army Corp of Engineers -Tunnel:
- The Corp plans to have the design finalized by the end of October. Doug attended the USACE
conference in Denver with their full group. Seismic issues with the outflow structure area are the
main determining factor in the design of the tunnel crossing over the roadway. They are still on
schedule to have the project bid out by late 2026 with construction of the new tunnel starting in 2027.
• Public Works Facility Relocation:
-We are working to incorporate changes to accesses on the north side of the new site. With the corner
lot on Sea Lion selling, we are seeing some challenges, but we feel they may even improve on the
plan we had prior. The design team is close to the 65% drawings and we could have updated
information in early November.
➢ Water &Wastewater Department
-The water/sewer department is completing the yearly sewer main flushing. Water mains will come
after that.
-Many local projects are trying to get work done before freeze-up. The locate requests are coming in
steadily.
-Water systems and alarms are all showing normal and being monitored daily to ensure water quality
is above standards.
-Monthly testing of water and wastewater systems is being done and submitted to DEC as required
by the permits.
➢ City Maintenance Shop
-The crew at the shop has changed the summer tires over to winter tires this week.
-Most of our winter equipment has been tested or repaired. We still have a few major repairs to finish.
-Regular and preventative maintenance work continues and fall cleaning through the facilities
outside and in has started.
➢ Streets Department
-The Street crew was helping with tires and getting all the winter ready.
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-Street crews will continue to clear ditches, grade gravel roads, and patch potholes throughout the
rain and cooling temperatures.
- The efforts and continuing work on the alley ways is helping to smooth the surface and lessen the
puddling during rain events.
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Fire Chief Clinton Crites '
_ 2023 TYD Statistical Information:
Fire & Life Safety Inspections: 319 with 252 violations
noted.
We NEED volunteers, if you or Emergency Calls: 418
someone you know is interested
in serving your community, please New Building Permits Issued 2023: 52
give us a call at 224-3445 or stop with a total construction valuation of $ $26,362,495
by at one of our trainings on
Wednesday evenings at 6:OOpm.
• Seward Fire and Police departments participated in Trunk or Treat on 10/28,passed out glow sticks to the
Elementary and Middle school students and at the Halloween Carnival on 10/31
• At the Halloween carnival, Seward Fire Volunteers provided food free of charge thanks to our sponsors
Safeway, Seward Market Place, and the Seward Volunteer Fire Department
• Seward Angel Tree Program is up and running, go to www.sewardrire.com/an_elg tree for more
information. We still need the community's support in providing gifts and helping on wrapping day!
❑ Nov. IOth—Online Registration Due
❑ Nov. 15th -Angels distributed out into community
❑ Dec. 15th—Angels & gifts due @ SFD before 5:00 pm
❑ Dec. 16th—Public wrapping party— 12:00 pm @ SFD
❑ Dec. 21st—Gift delivery In and Outside City Limits
o ANGELS will be in the following locations:
• Wells Fargo ®
• Seward Marketplace
• Frontier Trading Post j
• First National Bank
• True Value/Fish House
• Safeway
• Arctic Chiropractic
• Alaska Sea Life Center Gift Shop
Individuals interested in keeping your home safe from fire should contact the
Seward Fire Department Community Risk Reduction division for information about
fire prevention in y• • • 1 or • • • • •
FALL FIRE SAFETY TIPS
. Clear excess leases
Something as simple as a pile of leaves can cause
a fire. Clean your gutters an rake or leaf blow
your yard.
Check your heating system
Regularly replace furnace filter and keep the
burner areas clean and clear.
i Keep your fireplace clear of Debris
Have your chimney inspected each year before
use to avoid any accidental burnings.
Time change means battery change
44 Get in the habit of changing the batteries in your
smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
every fall and spring when changing the clocks 4*
for Daylight Savings Time.
Learn the outdoor burning regulations in
your area
Do not engage in illegal burning of leaves and
other outdoor debris.
Space Heaters
As the weather gets cooler,space heaters come
out of their summer hiding places. Remember to
leave at least 3 feet of space around your
heater. Unplug it when not in use.
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Harbor
Harbormaster Norm Regis
➢ The 50-ton and 330-ton Travelift have slowed down for winter storage; the SMIC yard is
starting to fill up.
➢ We are continuing to train several new harborworkers on the maintaining and operating the
Travelifts and harbor operations.
➢ We are working on the SMIC yard drainage to keep water flowing into the ditches.
➢ We are working on the beach access parking lot located at the South end of SMIC.
➢ Some people like that we are still working with some COVID protocol in mind while
continuing to do boat lifts and public contact in the Seward Harbor office.
➢ We will continue the cleanup at the old Raibow dump area, just a few more items to deal
with and we can lease the property out again.
➢ The harbor office is closed on Sundays for the fall and winter schedule.
➢ The harbor has hired a new Harborworker II; he has started training on the travelift and
harbor operations.
➢ The harbor has hired a new harbor office staff, she has started and is currently being
trained.
➢ We are continuing to work with the Director from the Pacific Northwest &Alaska Maritime
Administration U.S.DOT on finding a suitable grant for the washdown pad project.
➢ We are waiting on funding for the 5-ton crane on I-Dock, Corp Permit has been approved
➢ We are working with a Kenai Peninsula title company on the land acquisition for the Coast
Guard land across the bay.
➢ Updated FRC timeline:
• Seward FRC Homeport(FY2019 MASI /$1.OM:Anticipated FY2024 MASI /$42M):
Scope: Acquire real property and complete NEPA for future FRC homeport.
Status: CEU Juneau obligated funds on 25 Aug 2023 to purchase a 1.5 acre parcel at the Seward
Marine Industrial Center(SMIC) for future waterfront improvements.
Schedule
Mar 2024: RFP package to contracting.
Apr 2024: Design/Build solicitation released.
Sep 2024: Contract award.
Protected Construction Completion Date (CCD):September 2026
Notes: Construction pends funds appropriation which is anticipated in FY2024.
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City of Seward
State of Alaska
Interim Update
October 29,2023
Administration
Governor's Office:
Governor's Press Releases
Governor Dunleavy Announces Statutory Proposal to Increase the Railbelt's
Energy Security
October 26, 2023 (Anchorage,AK) - Today Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy outlined
a proposal to increase energy security for Alaska's Railbelt through increased Cook Inlet
gas production. The announcement previews legislation that will be introduced in the
upcoming legislative session to increase production of Cook Inlet natural gas resources.
The proposal will make investment and development in new production more attractive
to businesses and unlock the significant resources still in the Inlet while the
Administration continues work on long-term energy security solutions.
"It is essential that Alaskans have access to reliable and affordable energy. Railbelt
utilities are facing an energy supply gap in the coming years, and Cook Inlet's untapped
natural gas reserves can help fill that gap,"said Governor Dunleavy. "If we maintain
the status quo, much of thatgas will be left untapped because it doesn't make good
business sense for operators.Alaskans should not have to resort to importing LNG when
it is available right outside our door."
The legislation will propose lowering existing royalty floors and would allow a reduced
royalty rate on all new oil and gas reserves being brought online in Cook Inlet for ten
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years after their startup. The proposal focuses incentives on production by making it
more commercially attractive to companies that can get Cook Inlet natural gas to
market. These principles ensure it is fair to Alaskans and the state only takes a reduced
royalty on new resource development that delivers energy to Alaskan communities.
"There are known gas resources in Cook Inlet that are currently economically
challenged. Governor Dunleavy's proposed legislation gives DNR additional tools to
incentivize exploration, development, and production to get more natural gas to
Alaskans,"said DNR CommissionerJohn Boyle. "Royalty is the main economic lever
DNR can adjust in the Cook Inlet Basin to incentivize new activity and increase energy
security. Royalty drives economics, and economics drive projects."
The fiscal impact through foregone revenue is minimal. Cook Inletgas royalties
averaged just3.6% ofstate royalty income from FY13-22. In FY22, that amounted to
$45.2 million. Royalties from this existing production will not be reduced by the
proposal, and it will only apply to new pools and fields that are brought online and are
not currently generating royalties for the State.
"Twelve-percent of zero is zero. The state makes no royalty on gas that isn't
produced,"said Department of Revenue Commissioner Adam Crum. "Given the
looming energy supply gap for Railbelt utilities and the level of production under the
current regulatory environment, the Governor's proposal is squarely aligned with the
Alaska Constitution's mandate to develop state resources for maximum use consistent
with the public interest."
The bill will be introduced at the beginning of the next legislative session. Governor
Dunleavy urges the legislature to act swiftly.
If passed, new drilling and development activities would be incentivized immediately
and new production from onshore could be realized shortly thereafter. Offshore
developments may take several years to come online with the new terms. With the
potential to unlock hundreds of additional billions of cubic feet ofgas, these new
supplies alone could meet our Railbelt's annual demand of approximately 70 billion
cubic feet for several years. These volumes will supplement the significant volumes of
gas that are already under contract for the next decade.
The Dunleavy Administration will also be rolling out other energy related initiatives
across the state that will lower the cost and increase the stability of energy for Alaskans
for both the short term and foryears to come.
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Governor Dunleavy Mourns Vic Fischer, Last Surviving Delegate to the Alaska
Constitutional Convention
October 26, 2023 (Anchorage,AK) -Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady
Rose Dunleavy send their condolences to the family and loved ones of former legislator
Vic Fischer, the last surviving delegate to the Alaska Constitutional Convention. He was
99.
Governor Dunleavy has ordered the flags to be flown at half-staff in Fischer's honor
from sunrise on November 12 until sunset November 13, 2023.
"Fischer's lifelong commitment to public service and his contributions have shaped the
Alaska we know today,"said Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy.
Born in Berlin, Germany, Fischer immigrated to the United States and in 1950 settled in
Alaska. He played an important role in the adoption ofAlaska's state constitution in
1956, which led to its statehood in 1959. Serving in various state and federal jobs after
leaving the Legislature, Fischer won election to the state Senate in 1980.
Governor Dunleavy Seeks Applicants for House District 40 Seat
Josiah Patkotak's resignation opens legislative seat
October 10, 2023 (Anchorage,AK) - Governor Mike Dunleavy is inviting any eligible
Alaskan living in House District 40 to apply for the vacant seat. HD-40 covers
the farthest north region of the state, stretching from the Kotzebue area north to
Wainwright, Utqiagvik, Prudhoe Bay and Kaktovik before ending at the Canadian
border.Josiah Patkotak who represented district 40 as an independent, resigned today.
He was elected mayor of the North Slope Borough earlier this month.
By law' within 30 days, the Governor shall appoint a qualified person to fill a vacancy.
Residents of House District 40 have until Tuesday, October 31 to submit an application.
To apply visit https:Z/aov.alaska.gov
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Agencies Announcements-
Press Releases/Reports/Public Notices:
Alaska Medicaid State Plan -ACIP Recommended Vaccines
Aaen cy Action:
Amendments to the Medicaid State Plan and the Alternative Benefit Plan
Pursuant to 42 CFR§§440.386 and 447.205, notice is hereby given that the Department of
Health (the department) intends to seek approval from the Centers for Medicare and
Medicaid Services(CMS)for amendments to the Alternative Benefit Plan (ABP) authorized
under§1937 of the Social Security Act for individuals 19 to 64 years of age who are eligible
pursuant to§1902(a) (10)(A)((i)(VIII) of the Social Security Act- the expansion population -
and the Title XIX Medicaid State Plan (the state plan).
https:,[/aws.state.ak.uslOnlinePublicNotices-INotices-lView.aspx?id=212931
State of Alaska Online Solicitation REQUEST FOR GRANT PROPOSALS Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant(JAG) Program CFDA 16.738
State of Alaska Online Solicitation
REQUEST FOR GRANT PROPOSALS
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant(JAG) Program
CFDA 16.738
The Division ofAlaska State Troopers seeks proposals from eligible applicants for the Federal
Fiscal Year(FFY)2022 funding under the Justice Assistance Grant(JAG) Program.
https:,[/aws.state.ak.uslOnlinePublicNotices-INotices-lView.aspx?id=212948
Proposed Changes to the Regulations of the Alaska Workers'Compensation Appeals
Commission
NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGES TO THE REGULATIONS OF THEALASKA WORKERS'
COMPENSATION APPEALS COMMISSION REGARDING APPEALS, PETITIONS FOR REVIEW,
AND CERTAIN COMMISSION ORDERS
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
The Alaska Workers'Compensation Appeals Commission proposes to change regulations
regarding appeals, petitions for review, and certain commission orders.
The Alaska Workers'Compensation Appeals Commission proposes changes to 8 AAC 57 of the
Alaska Administrative Code to clarify appeal and petition for review procedures and allow the
clerk to issue certain orders, as follows:
https:,4/aws.state.ak.us/OnlinePublicNotices Notices View.aspx?id=212975
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Special Public Meeting of the Regulatory Commission of Alaska
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA
THE REGULATORY COMMISSION OFALASKA
701 WEST EIGHTH A VENUE, SUITE 300
ANCHORAGE,ALASKA 99501
WEDNESDAY
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Public Participation
(Limited to 5 minutes per presenter, and Commissioner questions)
In the Matter of the Consideration of the Implementation of the Federal
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act's Demand Response Standard(Espindola)
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Oil Prices and Production
Oil and Gas Prices for 1 012 512 02 3 ($/barrel)
ANS West Coast $91.08 $1.65 t
West Texas $85.39 $1.65 t
Intermediate
Brent $90.13 $2.06 t
Henry Hub $3.01 $0.04 t
mmBTU
(BBLs)
ANS Production 462,4261012412023
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Legislature
Majority press releases& announcements:
House Majority
HOUSE MAJORITY MEMBERS PLEDGE TO FOCUS ON NATURAL GAS DEVELOPMENT IN
COOK INLET
ANCHORAGE- Current production of natural gas in Cook Inlet is in decline and could lead to
a significantgap in LNG delivery for the heavily populated Rail Belt service area ofAlaska in
the coming years. Importing LNG to these areas would exponentially increase costs that
would be passed on to the consumer.
Earlier today Governor Dunleavy announced that he is proposing legislation that would
encourage potential contractors to further develop natural gas wells in Cook Inlet. The
Alaska House Majority applauds the Governor's recognition and efforts to address this serious
issue facing Alaska. Members of the Alaska House Majority have been busy addressing this
issue as well as other critical energy concerns as we are committed to finding effective
solutions for the benefit of all Alaskans.
"As Chair of the House Special Committee on Energy and a member of the Governor's Energy
Security Task Force, our primary concern in addressing this pressing issue has been to explore
strategies aimed at mitigating the anticipated rise in gas prices within the Cook Inlet, while
also striving to secure the lowest possible price per kilowatt for consumers. To prevent the
looming energy rate increases, we are diligently scrutinizing all available options and
proposing the most effective solutions for both gas and new energy development. In
preparation for the upcoming session, I am currently reviewing a series of legislative
proposals slated for this session, including two of my own, which have emerged as a response
to this challenge. This endeavor has been informed by over 200 hours of meetings this summer
with the Energy Security Task Force, and The House Special Committee on Energy has been
intensely focused on addressing the challenges of the looming Cook Inletgas storage
situation."Stated Representative George Rauscher(R-Sutton).
"The looming natural gas shortage in the rail belt is one of the most important issues our
state currently faces."Commented Resource Committee Chair, Representative Tom McKay
(R-Anchorage). "My office has spent much of the interim focused on potential policy
solutions and it is extremely encouraging that the governor's office is similarly concerned. We
owe it to Alaskans to find local solutions for jobs and economic stability and look forward to
working with the Dunleavy administration on this matter in the House Resources Committee."
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Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee Representative Ben Carpenter(R -
Nikiski)stated, "I applaud the Governor and his team for addressing Alaska's looming energy
crisis with what sounds like a reasonable proposal to incentivize natural gas production in
Cook Inlet. If Alaskans are to prevent or lessen the duration of a dramatic increase in our
household gas and electric bills in the next 12-24 months, more natural gas must be produced
locally. Paying for imported liquid natural gas at a premium is not a reasonable solution
when we have abundant reservoirs in our backyard. I look forward to discussing this proposal
in the months ahead."
We anticipate working with the Governor and all interested parties in securing long-term
solutions for providing the energy needs ofAlaskans foryears to come.
Major News Articles / Political Items of Interest
Fishing
Alaska Native leaders call for legal overhaul to protect traditional fish harvests
The crash of salmon stocks in Western Alaska's Kuskokwim River has sparked a bitter
court fight between the federal and state governments, and now Alaska Native leaders are
calling for congressional action to ensure that Indigenous Alaskans have priority for
harvests when stocks are scarce. The conflict has gripped this year's Alaska Federation of
Natives convention underway this week in Anchorage,where delegates expressed anger
over state policies and fears for the future of fish and wildlife upon that they and their
ancestors traditionally harvested.
https:[/localfirstmediagroup.com/alaska-native-leaders-call-for-legal-overhaul-to-protect-
traditional-fish-harvests/
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Health
Alaska vital statistics show declines in both deaths and births in 2022
Dangers from COVID-19 may be gradually fading in Alaska,with fewer deaths caused by
the infectious disease that gripped the world in an historic pandemic, according to data
within the state's newly released vital statistics report.
https:://www.juneauempire.com/news/alaska-vital-statistics-show-declines-in-both-
deaths-and-births-in-2022/
COVID deaths in Alaska down significantly in 2022 but still the 4th leading cause of
death
COVID-19 deaths in Alaska were down significantly in 2022 compared to the previous year,
but the coronavirus was still one of the leading causes of death, the Alaska Department of
Health reported this week
httl2s://www.adn.com/alaska-news/2023/10/20/covid-deaths-in-alaska-down-
significantly-in-2022-but-still-the-4th-leading-cause-of-death/
Alaska's pharmacist shortage has meant reduced hours and long waits for
prescriptions
Alaskans hoping to pick up prescriptions are facing temporary closures amid persistent
staffing challenges at some pharmacies around the state, part of a longstanding pharmacist
shortage in Alaska and nationwide.
https:llwww.adn.com/alaska-news/2023/10/25/alaskas-pharmacist-shortage-has-
meant-reduced-hours-and-long-waits-for-prescriptions-due-to-staffing-issues/
Alaska Facts and Figures
2022 Drug Overdose Mortality Update (September 2023)
Background
Drug poisonings(overdoses) are a significant contributor to mortality in Alaska and
represent an ongoing public health concern. This report is designed to provide an update on
the current state ofAlaska drug overdose mortality through 2022.
https:,[/health.alaska.aov-1d ph-lVitalStats-IDocumentslPDFs-lDruaOverdoseMortalitvUpdate
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Education
State rolls out playbook to help Alaska schools hire and keep teachers
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The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development has developed an online tool
to help schools, districts, communities and elected officials address the state's high rate of
teacher turnover. It released the Teacher Recruitment and Retention Playbook in
September.
https:://www.ktoo.org/2023/10/09/state-rolls-out-playbook-to-help-alaska-schools-hire-
and-keep-teachers/
Alaska school sports association bars transgender girls from girls' sports teams
The board governing high school sports in Alaska adopted a rule Monday that bans
transgender girls from competing on girls' teams. The Alaska School Activities Association
board of directors voted in a 5-3 split to adopt the new rule, implementing a
regulation adopted in August by the governor-appointed state board of education.
httl2s://www.adn.com/sports/high-school-sports/2023/10/09/alaska-school-sports-
association-bars-transgender-girls-from-girls-sports-teams/
Law passes Congress unwinding funding penalties for schools that have archery and
shooting sports
More than a million students in 49 states will be able to participate in school archery
programs using...
Oil& Gas
OPINION: Stars are aligned to make a major push for Alaska LNG
By Dan Sullivan
There is no doubt that our state and nation are facing many challenges. Inflation is eating
into paychecks. The wide-open southern border is fueling thousands of fentanyl overdoses.
The cost of energy is skyrocketing. At every turn, it seems that the Biden administration is
determined to shut down our state.
httl2s://www.adn.com/opinions/2023/10/08/opinion-stars-are-aligned-to-make-a-major-
push-for-alaska-ingl
Sullivan says 'stars are aligned' for gas pipeline,then asks for another state subsidy
In 2001,John Snow,the chairman of CSX predicted that the time had come for North Slope
natural gas to be shipped off the North Slope and exported.
"The stars are aligned." Snow announced at a Commonwealth North breakfast attended by
about 100 people, including former Govs. Walter J. Hickel and Bill Sheffield. "People in the
state need to get together and make it happen," Snow said.
https:[/www.dermotcole.com/rel2ortingfromalaska/2023/10/8lo4fyt6kvsrmbogju3gc�et
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Draft report of Dunleavy energy task force champions bullet line, as expected
The latest draft report from the Dunleavy energy task force makes a stronger pitch for
subsidizing our old friend—the gas pipeline—and injects the phrase "regret cost" into the
debate about importing LNG to Alaska.
Here is the Oct. 20 draft report, which is 12 pages longer than the Oct. 3 edition.
https:://www.dermotcole.com/reportingfromalaska/2023/10/23/dunleavy-energy-task-
force-morphs-into-bullet-line-task-force
Business/Economy
State job satisfaction study shows homes are fun to design, not build
Drywall and ceiling tile inspectors in Alaska make more than $31 an hour,but are nearly as
unhappy with their jobs as fast food cooks making half as much. Meanwhile, architects
seem to be quite a bit happier with their jobs than anyone else.
https:I Jwww.juneauempire.com/news/state-job-satisfaction-study-shows-homes-are-fun-
to-design-not-build/
Alaska labor shortages expected to continue as Boomers age out of workforce
Finding workers in Alaska these days is tough. That's because there are roughly two jobs
open for everyone looking for work. This is 180-degrees from the historic job market in the
early 2000s, where there were just over two job-seekers for every available job.
https:[/www.ktoo.orgZ2023/10/201aaska-labor-shortages-expected-to-continue-as-
boomers-age-out-of-workforce/
The Great Hiring Challenge: States Where Employers Are Struggling The Most
The Accommodation and Food Services industry is experiencing the highest quit rate since
July 2021, above 4.9 percent for most of the year. Retaiol workers are quitting almost as
frequently, with resignation rates hovering around 2.6 percent in September 2023. The
American labor market has experienced a rollercoaster over the past decade. At the
pandemic's peak, millions lost their jobs, and the unemployment rate soared. But many
businesses now grapple with a worker shortage, causing service delays and disruptions in
various industries.
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State Budget/Programs
Alaska Delegation welcomes $206 million DOE grant strengthening Alaska's
electrical grid resilience
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan (both R-Alaska), and Representative Mary
Sattler Peltola (D-Alaska), Wednesday welcomed a $206.5 million grant awarded to the
Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) to build a High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) submarine
cable between the Kenai Peninsula and Anchorage that will add redundancy to the Alaska
Railbelt electrical grid system in the event of disruptive events.
https:,[/localfirstmediagroup.com/alaska-delegation-welcomes-206-million-doe-grant-
strengthening-alaskas-electrical-grid-resilience/
Permanent Fund wants path to $100 billion: trustees may call for taking higher risks
for higher returns
The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation trustees elan to meet Oct. 30 to decide on a future
strategy to accelerate the process of turning the $75 billion fund into a $100 billion fund.
Just about every step the six trustees are talking about, however, should not be taken
without support from the Legislature and a great deal more public involvement.
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Latest Alaska crime report shows a 67% increase in murders and a slight overall
decrease in crime
The murder rate in Alaska increased dramatically, though there was a slight overall
decrease in crime statewide in 2022, according to an Alaska Department of Public Safety
report released Monday.
httl2s://www.juneaueml2ire.com/news/latest-alaska-crime-report-shows-a-67-increase-
in-murders-and-a-slight-overall-decrease-in-crime/
Alaska governor's staff deleted state agency's analysis of teacher pay
The article would have been on cover of Alaska Economic Trends for October.
OPINION: Governor's office censorship of labor data is troubling
Alaska Economic Trends, a magazine our research and analysis team at the Alaska
Department of Labor and Workforce Development publishes, was unusually thin this
month because the governor's office pulled an article we'd written on teachers right before
publication.
httl2s://www.adn.com/opinions/2023/10/25/opinion-governors-office-censorship-of-
lab or-data-is-troubling/
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Politics/Police
North Slope Borough election result leaves empty seat in Alaska Legislature
Independent Alaska House member Josiah Patkotak was sworn in as mayor of the North
Slope Borough on Tuesday, creating a vacancy in the Legislature that will be filled by Gov.
Mike Dunleavy next month.
https:://www.adn.com/Volitics/alaska-legislature/2023/10/10/gov-dunleavy-to-fill-
va can cy-in-alaska-legislature-next-month/
Alaska Congresswoman Peltola back in D.C. following husband's death
Alaska's sole representative in the U.S. House, Mary Peltola, is back in Washington, D.C.,
after a break to mourn the death of her husband.
Eugene "Buzzy" Peltola Jr. died in a plane crash in Western Alaska in mid-September.
Congresswoman Peltola returned to a U.S. House trying to elect a new Speaker, and as she
cast her vote Tuesday, members on both sides of the aisle rose to give her a standing
ovation.
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following-husb ands-death/
OPINION: Begich can reinstate common-sense conservative leadership for Alaska
By Randy Ruedrich, Mike Chenault and Cynthia Henry
After losing our state's U.S. House seat for the first time in 50 years,Alaskans now have an
opportunity to unite behind a common-sense conservative leader who will stand above
party politics to do what is right for all Alaskans.
httl2s://www.adn.com/opinions/2023/10/22/opinion-begich-can-reinstate-common-
sense-conservative-leadership-for-alaska/
OPINION: Avoiding the Jenga effect as Alaska navigates toward sustainable energy
By James Kaufman
As we navigate Alaska's path to a more sustainable energy future, I'm reminded of the
delicate balance required in the game of Jenga. Much like a precarious Jenga tower,Alaska's
energy landscape calls for careful planning to ensure both progress and stability in our
quest for a cleaner, more diversified and sustainable energy future.
httl2s://www.adn.com/opinions/2023/10/25/opinion-avoiding-the-jenga-effect-as-
alaska-navigates-toward-sustainable-energy/
OPINION: Medicaid cuts threaten the broader economy
By Donna Mears
As government pandemic programs wind down, tens of thousands of Alaskans have lost
Medicaid health insurance as the Alaska Department of Health has struggled to adjust to
new federal program requirements. Losing medical coverage can have devastating
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consequences for an individual,but these disenrollments also hurt the broader Alaskan
economy.
httl2s://www.adn.com/opinions/2023/10/25/opinion-medicaid-cuts-threaten-the-
broader-economy/
Special Interest
Seward shutters city jail due to lack of staff
The Seward Community Jail is currently closed due to a lack of staff to operate the
facility. The facility had been used as a temporary detention facility and was built to hold
up to 14 people. But City Manager Kat Sorensen says Seward struggled to fill key
correctional positions and could not remain open.
https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/10/l2/seward-shutters-cityiail-due-lack-
staff
Ahead of convention,Alaska Federation of Natives proposes Congress move to
permanently protect rural priority for subsistence fishing
As the Alaska's largest gathering of Indigenous people gets underway in Anchorage later
this week, the Alaska Federation of Natives is proposing that Congress update a key
protection for rural subsistence fishing that faces a legal challenge from the state of Alaska.
https://www.adn.com,/12olitics/2023/10/16/ahead-of-convention-alaska-federation-of-
natives-12roposes-congress-move-to-12ermanently-12rotect-rural-12riority-for-subsistence-
fishin
Vic Fischer,last surviving Alaska Constitutional Convention delegate, dies at 99
Vic Fischer, a father of Alaska statehood who as a child escaped both Adolf Hitler and
Joseph Stalin, died Sunday evening. He was 99. Fischer died at his home in Anchorage after
a long period of declining health. Although he was able to enjoy a recent performance of the
musical "Hamilton," he had been in hospice care for some months. In the last two weeks, his
condition dramatically worsened. He received visits from many friends and family
members before his death.
httl2s://www.adn.com,/politics/2023/10/22/vic-fischer-last-surviving-alaska-
constitutional-convention-delegate-dies-at-9U
P.O. Box 110190,Anchorage,AK 99511
423 Seward Street,Juneau,AK 99801
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CALL TO ORDER
The November 13, 2023 regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at
7:00 p.m. by Mayor Sue McClure.
OPENING CEREMONY
Police Chief Alan Nickell led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
ROLL CALL
There were present:
Sue McClure,presiding, and
John Osenga Randy Wells
Mike Calhoon Robert Barnwell
Kevin Finch Julie Crites
comprising a quorum of the Council; and
Kat Sorensen, City Manager
Jason Bickling, Assistant City Manager
Kris Peck, City Clerk
Sam Severin, City Attorney (telephonically)
Excused—None
Absent—None
CITIZEN COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED
FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Skip Reierson, inside city limits, spoke to the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) being
a wish list. One project in particular was the 115kV transmission line that had been on the list for
over 10 years. He encouraged council to look at old CIP lists as well as the reasoning behind the
lists.
Gary Seese,inside city limits, spoke in support of resolution 2023-124. He had experience
in designing the remodel of Brown & Hawkins upper structure. A fire prevention system was
greatly needed in the building.
Cheryl Seese, inside city limits, spoke in support of resolution 2023-124. A sprinkler
system was essential for a historic jewel such as Brown & Hawkins. If a fire broke out in the
building it could spread to other buildings around it.
Brad Snowden, inside city limits, spoke to issues he had been having with his electricity
being shut off. He spoke highly of a previous city manager who was now in Whittier.
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Anthony Kniffen, inside city limits, spoke to public access of navigable waterways inside
city limits.
Bruce Jaffa, outside city limits, provided an update on the heat loop ad hoc committee.
Jaffa also spoke to recent power outages, highway maintenance issues, current employee wages
and thanked military veterans for their service.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
Motion (Osenga/Calhoon) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda
Calhoon requested Resolution 2023-123 be pulled from the consent agenda.
Motion Passed Unanimous
The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items:
Approval of the October 23, 2023, City Council Meeting Minutes
Resolution 2023-121: Authorizing The City Manager To Purchase A Replacement Vehicle In The
Form Of A Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab 4X4 Chassis With A Flatbed And Crane To Replace A
2015 Ford F350 4X4 Truck With Crane For The Harbor Department And Appropriating Funds In
An Amount Not To Exceed $83,186.31
Resolution 2023-122: Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Purchase Agreement With
Liftoff LLC For A One-Year Renewal Of The City's Microsoft 365 Licensing Subscription, In
The Amount Of$46,000.80
SPECIAL ORDERS,PRESENTATIONS,AND REPORTS
Proclamations and Awards
Proclamation for the Seward Seahawks Girls Cross Country Team was read by Mayor McClure
and accepted by Coach Rachel Dow.
Proclamation for Veterans Day was read by Mike Calhoon and accepted by Kevin Finch.
City Manager Report
City Manager Kat Sorensen reported on the power outage that had recently affected
Seward and the surrounding areas. The backup generators ran for approximately three full days.
She thanked the city electric department and all others involved in getting the power restored.
City Clerk Report
Deputy City Clerk Jodi Kurtz provided an update on the recent Seward delegation trip
to Obihiro, Japan. Overall, the visit was a big success, and everyone had an amazing experience.
There would be an official 10-minute presentation at the November 27, 2023 Council Meeting.
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City Attorney Report
City Attorney Sam Severin (telephonically) provided an update on a short-term rental
litigation that was ruled in the city's favor. Severin also noted the abandoned vessel lawsuit was
still ongoing and making slow progress.
Other Reports and Announcements
Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District(KPEDD) Quarterly Report by Tim Dillon
Presentations
Pr-esenta4ion by Haley johnsten on Alaska T-Fails.
Johnston was unable to travel due to poor road conditions. Her presentation will be re-scheduled
to December 11, 2023.
Shauna Potocky presented on Land Exchange and Conservation Easement Seward Airport
Council recessed the meeting at 8:03 p.m.
Council resumed the meeting at 8:09 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolutions Requiring Public Hearing
Resolution 2023-119: Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into and Execute the Purchase and
Sale Agreement with 4JBC, LLC for the Sale of 18,432 square feet of Lot 2 Block 4, Fourth of
July Subdivision, Seward Marine industrial Center,Kenai Peninsula Borough,Raibow Replat,Plat
No. 2015-14 Seward Recording District, Third Judicial District, State of Alaska in the Amount of
$65,000
Motion (Osenga/Calhoon) Approve Resolution 2023-119
Harbormaster Norm Regis said that Patrick Marrs had owned the adjacent property since
2003. Marrs wanted to expand to have marine trade offices, but he didn't want to build on a piece
of property that he didn't own.
Sorensen added that the tax revenue and property taxes would outweigh the lease payments
in the long run.
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Becky Dunn, inside city limits, thought it would be great if the City of Seward could get
a first right of refusal on any property that was being sold.
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No one else appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Regis clarified the first right of refusal in regard to this land sale.
Motion Passed Unanimous
Resolution 2023-120: Amending The 2024 Electric Rates Tariff To Incorporate
Recommendations From The 2023 Rate Study To Set Electric Rates At A Level To Meet The
Utility's Revenue Requirements Over The Next Three Years
Motion (Osenga/Calhoon) Approve Resolution 2023-120
Sorensen spoke to Mike Hubbard's credentials as a rate consultant. She said Hubbard
would be here tonight to speak to any questions
Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the
public hearing was opened.
Skip Reierson,inside city limits, said there were no supporting documents in the rate study
to justify the increase. He wanted to see more backup information in the report.
Bruce Jaffa, outside city limits, spoke to the Seward Electric Utility Ad Hoc Committee
(SEUAHC) recommendations on the rate increase. He recommended a smaller increase in the
rates.
Lori Draper,inside city limits, encouraged a smaller increase for electrical rates. The rate
study was not detailed enough to justify such a high increase. Draper wanted Matanuska Electric
to take a look and make recommendations.
Becky Dunn, inside city limits, wanted to see the city jobs advertised in more places
online. Having a full staff and less overtime for the electric linemen would reduce costs. One
Electric Department operator was currently in the hospital and another lineman had just put in his
resignation notice.
Megs Testarmata, inside city limits, said the SEUAHC disagreed with the findings of
Hubbard's rate study. She lamented the SEUAHC never got a proper work session with the
council. Testarmata predicted the customer base would not be happy with a $0.06 cent increase.
She encouraged council slow down and do an increase between around $0.03 cents and then
reevaluate the situation.
Darryl Schaefermeyer, inside city limits, suggested that a reasonable rate adjustment
would be no more than $0.03 cents at a time. The community could not absorb a 50%rate increase
at this time. Many locals were on a fixed income and this rate increase would be difficult. He
questioned if Seward needed such a drastic rate increase. Schaefermeyer also noted the Alaska
Sealife Center might not survive with this rate increase.
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Phil Kaluza, inside city limits, echoed previous comments. He spoke in support of the
SEUAHC findings. The current rate study had too many unknown variables. Kaluza didn't think
there was a desperate need to raise the rates at this time. He had no question that Hubbard's rate
study model was excellent. However, the information that Hubbard was given to work with was
questionable. Kaluza felt there was better data available for rate studies.
Rhonda Hubbard, inside city limits, was opposed to raising the rates and questioned the
rate study's scenarios. She felt the$0.06 cent increase would not go over well with the community.
Hubbard said the SEUAHC was under appreciated and underutilized by City Council. Hubbard
felt there were better scenarios for small utilities such as Seward.
No one else appeared and the public hearing was closed.
Motion To Amend (Calhoon/Finch) Amendment To Lower The Increase From
$0.06 Cents To $0.03 Cents per Kilowatt
hour
City Council discussed the possible scenarios if the increase was dropped from $0.06 to $0.03
cents.
Calhoon Withdrew His Motion With No Objection From Council
Motion To Postpone (Calhoon/Wells) Postpone until the December 11,2023 City
Council Meeting
Motion Passed Unanimous
NEW BUSINESS
Resolutions
Resolution 2023-124: Supporting The Brown & Hawkins Fire Suppression System Project For
The Historical Building Located At 205,207 &209 Fourth Avenue And Recommending The City
Manager Accept And Administer Federal Funding Provided By The Alaska Department Of
Natural Resources
Motion 0 Approve Resolution 2023-124
Sorensen invited Historic Preservation Commission Chair Tanguy Libbrecht to
introduce the resolution.
Libbrecht said the Historic Preservation Commission was charged with making
recommendations to city council. Libbrecht noted the 2%fee would cover administrative costs for
the City of Seward. He said the Brown & Hawkins owner Iris Darling would cover $300,000 of
the sprinkler project and the $50,000 was the grant portion. Lastly, he made a correction that
Resurrection Bay Historical Society were not sponsoring the project,but rather had offered a letter
of support.
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Wells asked administration for guidance. Sorensen said CLG grants were only available to
cities with certified local governments. If the grant was approved, the funds would be given to the
Darling Family Trust. There was a precedent being set using federal funds for a private business
that deserved consideration. Sorensen said it would open the door to many buildings around town
that were on the National Register of Historic Places.
Osenga asked the city attorney if there was any liability involved in this scenario. Severin
responded there might be liability in the financial aspect, but not in regard to a fire or issues with
the sprinkler system itself.
McClure noted the $50,000 would not complete anything because the cost itself included
an additional $300,000. There would not be a sprinkler system in place simply due to this grant.
Calhoon confirmed that the project had to be completed prior to receiving the $50,000.
Crites asked if an uncompleted project would affect Seward's status as Certified Local
Government. Sorensen responded that it would leave a blemish.
Osenga said he understood the idea behind the sprinkler system but didn't believe that the
city administration should be involved with the private business.
Motion Failed Yes: Calhoon,Wells,Finch
No: Barnwell, Crites, Osenga,McClure
Resolution2023-123: Authorizing The City Manager To Purchase Four(4)2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
Police Package Vehicles From Swickard Auto Group Under The State Of Alaska Fleet Vehicle
Contract, With Associated Upfitting And Police Specific Equipment, Radio Equipment, Spare
Wheels, and Studded Tires In An Amount Not To Exceed A Total Cost of$311,838.20
Motion (Osenga/Calhoon) Approve Resolution 2023-123
Sorensen invited Police Chief Alan Nickell to introduce the resolution.
Nickell spoke to the aging fleet of vehicles in the police department. Traditionally the
Police Department would drive their vehicles into the ground until they were absolutely worthless.
By auctioning off the cars while they were in good shape the city could recoup some of their costs.
Nickell had stopped installing light bars on top of the vehicles to increase their re-sale value.
Nickell provided a backstory on the budget for these cars and the necessity of safe police vehicles.
He had heard people in the community saying the Police Department didn't even have enough
officers to drive those cars. However, there were two officers in training that would get two of the
vehicles very soon. Nickell was also considering hiring temporary officers. Nickell understood
there was sticker shock of seeing the full dollar amount up front.
Calhoon said he supported the resolution and the reason he pulled this resolution from the
consent agenda was to hear the explanation for the official record.
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Finch asked how many older police vehicles would be kept for backup. Nickell said all the
older police vehicles would be auctioned off.
Motion Passed Unanimous
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Darryl Schaefermeyer, inside city limits, hoped that a council member who voted in
opposition to the Brown & Hawkins matter would reconsider. In respect to the electric rate
increase, Schaefermeyer wasn't aware of any impending deadlines and didn't see any rush. The
general fund reserves could amply cover any bond requirements. In regard to the new police
vehicles, Schaefermeyer wanted the police officers to have the very best gear and vehicles.
Skip Reierson, inside city limits, thanked veterans for their service. He thanked the
Electrical Department for their work during the recent power outage. Reierson felt misled by the
topic of tonight's work session and thought the discussion would have focused on the rate study.
He thanked council for postponing the rate increase to the December meeting.
Cheryl Seese, inside city limits, hoped the SEUAHC could have a work session with
council prior to the December meeting.
Bruce Jaffa, outside city limits, spoke in support of city manager Kat Sorensen for her
performance tonight with quick and clear responses.Jaffa provided some history on the underbuild
and distribution of Chugach Electric's powerlines along the highway. Jaffa noted that he owned a
historic building across the street from Brown & Hawkins. He was surprised council did not
support the pass-through grant for the Brown & Hawkins sprinkler system. Lastly, Jaffa was in
support of the smaller rate increase that was discussed tonight.
Megs Testarmata,inside city limits,was disappointed in council's decision not to support
the Brown&Hawkins sprinkler system. On another topic, she had a variety of questions about the
electric utility that she hoped could be answered. Lastly, she wanted to look at other revenue
sources for the electric utility.
Becky Dunn, inside city limits,brought in some city electric bills to use as an example for
what the rate increase might look like. On another topic, Dunn noted the Alaska Sealife Center
was doing free Thursdays for locals this winter.
COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS & RESPONSE TO CITIZEN
COMMENTS
Sorensen thanked Tim Dillion for his service with KPEDD. She encouraged citizens to
email in questions about the rate increase.
Crites thanked everyone who spoke. She was glad that council postponed the rate increase
and looked forward to getting more information. In regard to Brown& Hawkins sprinkler system,
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Crites noted the amount of additional funds required for the project to be completed. She wanted
more proof that the Darling Trust fund had all the funds required to complete the project.
Barnwell said he had a great trip to Japan and experienced such graciousness and
generosity from the people of Obihiro.He hoped the Sister City Exchange Program would continue
in the future. Barnwell congratulated the Seward Seahawks Girls Cross Country Team on their
championship. Barnwell thanked Tim Dillion for his service with KPEDD and thanked Shauna
Potocky for her presentation on the airport. Barnwell supported Brown and Hawkins but was
concerned about the precedent that would be set for private businesses. Lastly, Barnwell was open
to a council work session with the SEUHAC.
Finch congratulated the Seward Seahawks Girls Cross Country Team. He thanked Tim
Dillion and Shauna Potocky for the presentations. Finch thanked Mike Hubbard for driving down
to be here to answer questions about the rate study. Finch noted it had been an interesting meeting.
Calhoon thanked the presenters tonight and he wished Tim Dillion the best on his future
endeavors. Calhoon was interested to see if the failed Brown & Hawkins resolution would be
reconsidered by another council member. On another topic, Calhoon noted the American legion
served meals on Thanksgiving and delivered Thanksgiving meals as well.
Osenga congratulated the Seward Seahawks Girls Cross Country Team. He thanked Mike
Hubbard for driving down to attend the meeting. Osenga thanked the Electric Department and
everyone who helped restore the power. He thanked Tim Dillion on KPEDD and wished him luck
in his future endeavors.
McClure echoed previous comments. She announced that her mom had recently passed
away and there would be a funeral in December. On another topic, McClure wished there had been
a girls cross country running team when McClure was in high school.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:11 p.m.
Kris Peck Sue McClure
City Clerk Mayor
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Ordinance 2023-021
A Ordinance of The City Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, Amending Seward City Code Section 11.15.130 —
Paid Parking to Establish a Procedure for Issuance of
Citations in City Parking Lots and Meter Zones to Establish a
Fine
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Ordinance 2023-021
• Attachments:
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Melanie Hauze, Parks and Recreation Director
Agenda Item: Ordinance 2023-021: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City
of Seward, Alaska, Amending Seward City Code Section
11.15.130 — Paid Parking to Establish a Procedure for Issuance of
Citations in City Parking Lots and Meter Zones to Establish a Fine
Background and justification:
Parks and Recreation is tasked with managing the public parking lots in the Harbor, including the
North, South, Northeast, South Launch, Uplands and Center lots. Parks and Recreation currently
uses T2 pay stations in our lots for people to purchase passes each day.
Enforcement ability for enforcing the parking rules and regulations are in need of updating.
Currently, we have no way to track citations or pursue non-payment. It is also difficult to track all
of the vehicles in our lots and ensure they are in compliance. This can lead to misunderstandings
and frustrations.
The Parks and Recreation department is requesting to enter into a contract with Upsafety to
provide necessary equipment to enforce parking regulations in the Harbor. Upsafety connects with
our T2 pay stations, and allows employees to scan license plates and determine if a car has paid to
park in any of our lots. This streamlines the enforcement ability of our employees.
Upsafety also allows Parks and Recreation to"Electronically Chalk"Vehicle tires, reducing the need
to touch any vehicles in the lots. Upsafety citations have time and GPS stamped photos of citations,
ensuring citations are written to the right vehicle and owner.
Upsafety has a collections service offered to clients. Upsafety is a certified debt collection agency.
This allows the City to ensure payment is made on citations issued.
This Ordinance makes the required code revisions to implement the Upsafety Software for
enforcement and fines.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.4.1 Support enforcement/compliance of legal parking, storage and use of the
public right of way. Enforce parking consistently in the harbor area.
Strategic Plan:
Other:
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Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
x Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
x Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund (✓):
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking F1 Wat R Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note:amounts are unaudited
Fund Balance/Net position — restricted $ n/a
Fund Balance/Net position — unrestricted/unassigned $ n/a
Available Unrestricted Cash Balance: $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
x Yes Attorney _
Signature:
Not Comments:
applicable
Administration Recommendation
x Approve Res.
Other:
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Sponsored by:
Introduction Date: November 27, 2023
Public Hearing Date: , 2023
Enactment Date: , 2023
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
ORDINANCE 2023-021
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska,Amending Seward
City Code Section 11.15.130 — Paid Parking to Establish a Procedure for Issuance of
Citations in City Parking Lots and Meter Zones to Establish a Fine
WHEREAS,the City of Seward experiences a large influx of vehicle traffic in the summer
due to fishing and tourism; and
WHEREAS, the City has designated pay parking lots pursuant to Seward City Code
section 11.15.130, which currently include the Center Lot, North Lot, Northeast Lot, South Lot,
South Launch Lot, and South Uplands Lot.); and
WHEREAS, there is currently not a civil fine amount set by ordinance, nor is there an
established procedure for the issuance and appeal of parking citations; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward hopes to achieve greater compliance with its parking
regulations and achieve a higher rate of collection on its citations;
NOW, THEREFORE,THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA ORDAINS that:
Section 1. Seward City Code Section 11.15.130 is hereby amended to read as follows
(new language is in bolded italics underlined)
11.15.130—Paid Parking
(a) The city manager may establish parking meter zones and provide for the operation of paid
parking lots and may collect fees for parking on city-owned property or city rights-of-way
consistent with fees set by resolution of the city council. No person may park in such a
zone, lot, or right--of-way without payment of the applicable fee.
(b) Violations of this section are subject to a civil fine of 525.00
(c) A notice of violation under this section may be issued by affixing a notice of violation to the
vehicle that is parked in violation. The notice of violation shall include the followinz:
1. A brief description of the violation;
2. The rezistration number and/or other identification of the vehicle, if available;
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3. The Ante and approximate time and place of the violation;
4. The civil fine for the violation;
5. The municipal office, or website where the fine must be paid;
6. Statement that unless the fine is paid within 30 days of the date of the notice, or an
appeal is filed within 30 days of the date of notice, an additional fee of$25.00 will be
added;
7. Statement that a notice of violation may be appealed, and the office, or website
where such an appeal must be fled; and
8. Statement that failure to timely appeal will be deemed an admission of the violation
and will waive all ri,-ht to appeal or contest the notice of violation.
(d) Timely payment of the civil fine will waive all rights to appeal or contest the notice of
violation or civil fine. Failure to timely pay the civil fine, or failure to timely and properly
appeal the notice of violation, shall constitute a waiver of all ri,-ht to appeal the notice of
violation, shall be deemed an admission of the violation and shall cause the civil fine and
late payment fee to become immediately due and payable.
(e) Late Payment Fee. An additional$25.00 late payment fee will be imposed every 30 days,
up to a total fine of$100.00 at 90 days late payment. In computin-the 30-day period, the
period Burin,-which a properly fled and timely appeal is pendinz is not considered
(fl Collection of Fines, Penalties and Costs.An allezed violator of this section who has
failed to pay all fines, late payment fees, and costs described in this section shall, upon
the expiration of any time for appeal, be indebted to the city in the amount of such fines,
late payment fees, and costs. In addition to or in lieu of any other provision for collection
Of such fines, late payment fees, and costs, the city may collect these amounts as a debt
and may use collection services and methods as determined by the city mans'-er. The
violator or presumed violator shall pay reasonable collection and le'-al costs incurred in
collection of a fine or penalty.
Section 2. Chapter 11.15 of the Seward City Code is hereby amended by adding a new section
14.15.132 to read as follows:
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11.15.132 -Administrative Appeal
(a) Any person to whom a notice of violation of section 11.15.130 has been issued, or any
person who is the re-istered owner of a vehicle to which a notice of violation was affixed, may
appeal the notice of violation subiect to the requirements of this section.
(b) The hearin,-officer shall be appointed by the mans,-er and shall have iurisdiction over
cases arisin,-out of violations of section 11.15.130.
(c) An appeal shall be filed within 30 days of receipt of notification of violation. Notification
will be deemed-iven at the time of affixin,-a citation on a vehicle. An appeal shall be in
writin,- and delivered to the address provided in the notice. Misdelivered appeals may be
considered untimely.
(d) Unless otherwise a,-reed by the appellant and the hearin'-officer, any hearin'-requested
pursuant to this section shall take place no later than 15 days from the date the written notice
of appeal is filed with the city.
(e) The administrative hearin,-shall be conducted informally and may be'-overned by such
rules and procedures as the hearin,- officer may establish, except that.
(1) Parties may appear in person, throu,-h counsel or on a telephone
(2) Parties may present witnesses and evidence on their own behalf.
(3) Parties or their counsel may cross-examine opposin'-witnesses.
(4) Relevant evidence shall be admitted if it is the sort of evidence reasonable persons
would rely upon in the conduct of serious affairs; formal rules of evidence do not
apply.
(5) Proceedin,-s shall be open to the public.
(6) The hearin,-shall be recorded
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(7) Failure of an appellant to appear at a hearing when such hearing has been
requested shall waive all right to a hearing and shall render the amount of the fine due
and owing.
(8) No later than 15 days following the hearing, the hearing officer shall issue a
written decision based on findings and conclusions adopted by the hearing officer. If
the hearing officer upholds the notice of violation the appellant shall pay the fine, anv
applicable late fees and costs of collection.
(9) The hearing officer's decision may be appealed to the superior court.
(f) The City may, in its discretion, and by adoption of a published policy, provide an
administrative review process as an informal means of adiudicating notices of violation of
section 11.15.130. Implementation of such a policy shall not eliminate the right to a hearing
under this section but the City may require an alleged violator to complete the administrative
review prior to requesting a_formal appeal.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days following its enactment.
ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA this
27th day of November, 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
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City Clerk
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Resolution 2023-127
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA,
ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
FROM THE STATE OF ALASKA, PUBLIC
LIBRARY ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $7000 TO PROVIDE
MATERIALS AND PROGRAMS AT THE
SEWARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY AND
MATCHING FUNDS
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-127
• Attachments:
o PLA Application
o PLA Signed Agreement
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City Council Agenda Statement .
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Bailey Sayler, Library &Museum Director
Subject: Resolution 2023-127: Accepting And Appropriating Funds From the State Of
Alaska, Public Library Assistance Grant Program, In The Amount Of$7000 To
Provide Materials And Programs At The Seward Community Library And Matching
Funds
Background and justification:
The Seward Community Library applied for a grant from the State of Alaska, Public Library Assistance
Program on March 22, 2023. They were notified on August 2, 2023,that they were selected to receive the
$7000 grant.
To remain eligible for future grants the Seward Community Library must meet requirements, reporting
deadlines,and spend at least$3500 on library materials and online services.They must be open 48 weeks and
the appropriate number of hours for our population and type of library. Attend at least 6 hours of continued
education during the current two-year cycle, 7/l/2023-2025.
The Seward Community Library must match funds locally in the amount of$7000 and any portion of the
grant not spent or encumbered by June 30, 2024, should be returned to the State Library.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with(citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 2.2.5 Education-Support the efforts of all educational organizations and
government agencies,including the Seward Community Library and Museum to
provide educational opportunities that incorporate community resources into
education programs
Strategic Plan: Encourage Cultural Activities,Expand Library Services,and Develop Additional
Recreational Facilities
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 14,000.00
This legislation(✓):
✓ Creates revenue in the amount of: $ 7,000.00
✓ Creates expenditure in amount of: $ 7,000.00
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
✓ Budgeted Line item(s): 01000-1500-4252
✓ Not budgeted 01000-1500-7215
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Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
✓ General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking Water Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note: amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $ 8,071,766
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
FYes Attorney Signature:
v] Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
e✓ Adopt Resolution
Other:
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-127
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ACCEPTING AND APPRORIATING FUNDS FROM THE
STATE OF ALASKA, PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSISTANCE GRANT
PROGRAM,IN THE AMOUNT OF$7000 TO PROVIDE MATERIALS AND
PROGRAMS AT THE SEWARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY AND
MATCHING FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Seward Community Library was notified of the State of Alaska, Public
Library Assistance grant August 2, 2023;
WHEREAS, the Seward Community Library submitted the grant application on March
22,2023; and
WHEREAS, to remain eligible for future grants the Seward Community Library must
meet four statutory requirements, submit the online Alaska Public Library Report for this fiscal
year grant by September 1, 2024, spend at least $3500 on library materials and online services;
and
WHEREAS, be open 48 weeks and the appropriate number of hours for our population
and type of library; and
WHEREAS, attend at least 6 hours of continued education during the current two-year
cycle, 7/l/2023-2025; and
WHEREAS,the City must match funds locally in the amount of$7000
WHEREAS, any portion of the grant not spent or encumbered by June 30, 2024, should
be returned to the State Library
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to accept and appropriate
the funds to fulfill the agreement with the Alaska Public Library Assistance Grant.
Section 2. Funding in the amount of$7000 is hereby accepted funds to 01000-1500-4252
Alaska State Grants and appropriated funds on the FY23 budget from 01000-1500-7215 Operating
Supplies
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 27th
day of November 2023.
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-127
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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FY ALASKA PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSISTANCE GRANT APPLICATION
Use this form to apply for the Alaska Public Library Assistance Grant.
Applications are available in January and must be submitted by April 1.
Instructions are found in the PLA Guidelines found on the Alaska State Library Grants web page.
A. Library
Library Name: Seward Community Library & Museum
Mailing Address: PO Box 167
Fax Number (if available):
Library Type(s) (please check all that apply)
F* Public ❑ School ❑ Special ❑ Academic ❑■ Museum ❑* Archive
B. Contact Information
Director Financial or Second Contact
Name: Bailey Sayler Name: Naneth Ambrosiani
Phone: 907-224-4008 Phone: 907-224-4063
E-mail: bsayler@cityofseward.net E-mail: nambrosiani@cityofseward,net
C. Schedule
When will the library be open each day?
Monday: closed
Tuesday: 9-6
Wednesday: 9-6
Thursday: 9-6
Friday: 9-6
Saturday: 9-6
Sunday: closed
Total Hours Per Week: 44
Weeks Open Per Year: 52
If open fewer than 52 weeks, the weeks will your library be closed:
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D. Budget
Fair Value Rate for Volunteer Labor: Volunteer value should only be included in the local match
if your library is staffed exclusively by volunteers. You may only claim up to the total number of
hours that the library is open for the entire year, even if more than one volunteer is present. Total
Hours Per Week x Weeks Open Per Year x $22 = the maximum volunteer value that you
can enter in A3. Volunteer Value.
Financial Summary
Category Subcategory Local Funds Grant Funds Total Budget
A. Personnel 1. Wages 321,420 0 321.420
2. Benefits 79,000 0 79000
3. Volunteer Value 0
B. Collection 1. Books (print) 6650 3500 10150
2. Subscriptions (print) 0 1500
3. AN
4. Digital Materials/Online
Services 0 4000
5. Initial $500 Spent on ISP
6. Games, Toys, Software,
Tools, Equipment, and other 1150
items for patron use
C. Other 1. Building Operations 0
2. Furniture, Equipment,
Computers & E-Readers 0
3. Travel 0
4. Supplies 0
5. Services (not ISP) 0
6. ISP Fees Paid Beyond the
$500 listed on Line b-5 0
7. All Other Unreported
Expenditures 0
D. Total Totals
Note: If Local Funds for Match column totals $7,000 or more, you should request $7,000 in Grant
Funds column.
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E. Basic Services
Every public library that receives the Alaska public library assistance grant is required by law to
provide four basic library services. Please answer the following questions for each of these four
required services, even if you do not plan to use grant funds for that service.
Provide a collection of books and other materials for loan — How will your library collections
be increased or improved? What activities will you undertake to achieve your objectives? Will staff
receive training in this service area? How will you evaluate improvements to your library
collections? Please be specific.
Providing new items to patrons provides resources that patrons might not be able to get otherwise
without the library.
Provide access to interlibrary loan (ILL) services — How will ILL service be increased or
improved? What activities will you undertake to achieve your objectives? Will staff receive training in
this service area? Do you plan to use the 800# ILL and Reference Backup Service in Anchorage to
provide ILLS to your patrons? (See box below.) How will you evaluate improvements to ILL services?
Please be specific.
We are planning on utilizing the 800# ILL for our patrons. We plan on changing our ILL service to
be more focused on our patrons needs rather than other libraries. We help patrons learn how to
utilize and request ILL resources. We plan on adding this to our story time hour, getting flyer's out
to our home school families, and letting all patrons know who we come in contact with.
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Provide reference services — How will reference services be increased or improved? What
activities will you undertake to achieve your objectives? Will staff receive training in this service area?
Do you plan to use the 800# ILL and Reference Backup Service in Anchorage to provide reference
answers to your patrons? (See box below.) How will you evaluate improvements to reference
services? Please be specific.
This is not an area of improvement for this grant cycle.
Provide reading and/or educational programs for children — How will children's programs be
increased or improved? What activities will you undertake to achieve your objectives? Will staff
receive training in this service area? How will you evaluate improvements to children's programming?
For combined school public libraries, what programs are you planning for pre-school children? Please
be specific.
We have been bringing back Story Time that has been gone from our library for 2 years. Money for
books helps our programs to be more successful and be able to provide more resources to our
patrons.
We evaluate programs by attendance, comments, and surveys.
Did you know that the State Library gives the Anchorage Public Library a grant every year to provide
you with interlibrary loan and reference backup services for your patrons?If you need help with ILL,
call the helpful staff at 1-840 Z61-Z838!(Please do NOT give this number to your patrons Only
library staff or library volunteers may use this number.)
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F. How to Submit
Once you have completed this application please obtain the necessary signatures and return to the
Alaska State Library by April 1.
We do not need the original document. Scans or copies are definitely OK!
Scan/email (preferred) application to eed.library.grants@alaska.gov
OR
Mail application to Grants Administrator, Alaska State Library, PO Box 110571, Juneau, AK 99811
OR
FAX application to 907-465-2151
If your library meets the requirements for the PLAG, you will receive an email with your official award
paperwork. As soon as the award paperwork is signed and returned to the Alaska State Library, your
award funding will be processed.
G. Additional Material
If you have branches, please fill out the Branch Library or Bookmobile Addendum and attach to
the grant application.
If you are a New Library, please fill out the New Library Addendum attach to the grant
application.
These forms are available at Alaska State Libraryy Grants web page.
H. Signatures
This grant application is a legal document committing your library to a specific course of action.
This application MUST have two signatures from two different people.
For the Library: lccd Zt4r'Wrint
For the Legal Entity:
Print or Type Name: Cyr or Type Name: L ►� K- U
Title: ZZ r�--C Title: Lf�
Date:
Date: J !21 — 0 c 3
Signature: Signature: t
Due 6y April 1!
Questions?Contact the Grants Administrator by email or phone, 907-465-2271
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Department of Education
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Mdn:907.465.4337
jp .1 L.PA, Fax.,5W.465,2151
August 2, 2023
The Public Library Assistance(PLA)grant for FY24 for Seward Community Library&Museum will be $7,000. We are
delighted that your library is eligible to receive this annual operating grant so that you can provide the best possible
service to your library patrons.
In order to receive your grant money, please return the attached grant agreement as soon as you can.Two
different people (the librarian and the appropriate legal authority) must sign the grant agreement, since it is a legal
document committing your library to certain obligations in return for receiving the public library assistance grant. Once we
have your agreement, we will be able to electronically deposit your grant award (or mail a paper check in specific
instances).
Librarians and officials should carefully note and follow the regulations governing the administration of this grant. To
remain eligible for future grants, I have highlighted some off the most important grant requirements:
Meet the four statutory requirements:
o Maintain a Collection for Lending
a Provide Interlibrary Loan
o Provide Reference
a Offer Children's Programming
Submit the online Alaska Public Library Report for this fiscal year grant by September 1, 2024.
• Spend at least$3,500 on library materials and online services.
Be open 48 weeks and the appropriate number of hours for your population and type of library(weeks closed
because of natural disasters will be waived).
Attend at least 6 hours of continuing education (CE) during the current two-year cycle (7/1/2023-2025).
Please note that in addition to the above requirements, non-profit and school/public libraries have additional
requirements. Non-profit organizations must have at least quarterly (4) public board meetings and submit minutes to
the State Library. School libraries must execute and keep in force a binding legal agreement between the school
district and the public library governing body. The governing body of the public library may be the municipal assembly, an
advisory board appointed by the municipal assembly, or the board of directors of a non-profit corporation.
The State Library audits the records of selected libraries at the end of the grant year and reclaims any grant funds not
properly accounted for. Also, any portion of this grant money not spent or encumbered by June 30, 2024 should be
returned to the State Library. You may request a brief extension to spend unused FY24 collection grant funds.
Please return your signed agreements to Kate Enge at eed.library.grants@alaska.gov. Questions should be directed to
Kate at 907-465-2271 or the email above. Thank you!
Sincerely,
Kate Enge
Grants and Continuing Education Librarian
Alaska State Library
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Alaska Public Library Assistance Grant Agreement FY2024
This agreement made and entered into on Wednesday,August 2, 2023,by and between the Alaska State Library,hereafter referred to as the Grantor;
and the Seward Community Library&Museum,hereafter referred to as the Grantee.
Whereas,the State of Alaska has appropriated funds for public library assistance;and whereas,the application of the Grantee fora grant for public
library assistance has been approved.NOW THEREFORE,for and in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained the parties hereto agree
as follows:
The Grantor will agree to:
1. Furnish funds in the amount of$7,000(dispersed after the agreement is received).
2. Provide advisory services in furtherance of the grant project.
3. Acknowledge the Grantee's eligibility for additional grants and services.
The Grantee will agree to:
Provide at least the following services free to residents of the municipality or community:
• Establish and maintain a collection of books and other materials for loan;
• Provide access to interlibrary loans;
• Provide reference information;and
• Provide programming for children.
Abide by the conditions set forth in its application,guidelines,and approved by the Grantor,including:
• Expend at least$3,500 on library materials and online services for each outlet.
• The number and timing of open hours;
• The existing and ongoing educational requirements for the library director.
• Have trained paid or volunteer staff on duty in the library during the scheduled open hours.
Maintain accurate financial records for auditing purposes.
• Return any grant funds unexpended or unencumbered by June 30,2024,and all funds for which there is no proper accounting.
• Receive prior approval from the Grantor for any line item change that exceeds 10%of the line item,except that no prior approval is
required for: Line item changes of less than$100;or line item changes that add funds to library materials and online services.
• Expend local funds of at least$7,000 for project purposes.Repay any portion of grant funds that have not actually been matched by
local funds over the course of the grant period.Local fund match can include volunteer service as described in the Guidelines.
• Expended funds must be clearly attributable to public library(not school)services and operations.
Uphold specific governance requirements
• Non-profits will maintain"Good Standing"with the State and submit minutes of required quarterly public board meetings.
• Schoollpublic libraries will have an agreement between the school district and the public library governing body.
Submit reports,certifications,and contact information such as:
• The online Alaska Public Library Report(APLR)by September 1,2024.
• The follow-up signed certification for the APLR
• Any changes in director or library contact information within 30 days.
Funding for this grant is dependent on the following source:
State Sources PLA24•Sewar $7,000
By accepting this award or agreement,the grantee may become subject to the audit requirements of State of Alaska Administrative code 2 AAC
45.010. As a result,the grantee may be required to provide for an audit and to permit independent auditors to have access to their records and
financial statements.The grantee should consult with an independent auditor for assistance in determining audit requirements for each fiscal year.
The undersigned understands and agrees to the conditions of this agreement.Both signatures are required.
For the Library For the Legal Ent'y
�,
Signature Signature p- /
Library and Museum Director 8-31-2023 6-11-6
Title Date Title Date
MAIL TO:Library Grants Administrator,Alaska State Library,
P.O.Box 110571,Juneau,AK 99801, SCAN TO eed.library.grants@alaska.gov,or FAX to 907-465-2151
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•
AMP
Resolution 2023-128
A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Seward,
Alaska, Expressing Support for the Seward Community
Health Center Building A New Clinic at 431-501 First
Avenue, Seward, Alaska
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-128
• Attachments:
o SCHC Capital Campaign Presentation
o SCHC New Clinic One Pager
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 27,2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Craig Ambrosiani,Executive Director, Seward Community Health
Center
Subject: Resolution 2023-128: Expressing Support for the Seward Community
Health Center Building A New Clinic at 431-501 First Avenue, Seward,
Alaska
Background and justification:
Craig Ambrosiani has requested this resolution of support for a new facility for SCHC.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.7.1.8
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: S 0
This legislation(✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of. $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
✓ Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
✓ Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking F1 Water F1 Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note:amounts are unaudited
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Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
Yes Attorney Signature:
✓ Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
eAdopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-128
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR SEWARD COMMUNITY
HEALTH CENTER BUILDING A NEW CLINIC AT 431-501 FIRST
AVENUE, SEWARD,ALASKA
WHEREAS,the City of Seward and SCHC were recipients of grant funding from the
U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA)through a Co-Applicant Agreement
from 2013-2023; and
WHEREAS, SCHC has been operating without direct City of Seward financial support
since 2021; and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward and SCHC mutually terminated the Co-Applicant
Agreement effective February 1, 2023, since which time SCHC has been operating under HRSA
as a standalone entity; and
WHEREAS, SCHC has outgrown its existing space co-located with Providence Seward
Medical Center, which is limiting SCHC's ability to provide healthcare services; and
WHEREAS,in 2017, SCHC purchased a one-acre property at 431-501 First Avenue,
Seward, Alaska with the intent of building a new clinic; and
WHEREAS, SCHC has worked with NorthForm Architecture firm to produce a
Program of Requirements (Needs Assessment), Conceptual Drawings, and Site Plan for a new
clinic; and
WHEREAS, SCHC has worked with Agnew: Beck Consulting to produce a feasibility
study showing a 19,437 W clinic could be profitable within five years; and
WHEREAS, SCHC has secured $5 million in Congressionally Directed Spending
toward the overall estimated project cost of$20 million; and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward's 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update indicates the City
of Seward values effective, accessible, and affordable healthcare; and
WEHERAS,the City Council of the City of Seward,Alaska acknowledges the importance
of providing quality primary care for the residents and visitors of our area.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska supports Seward
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-128
Community Health Center's efforts to pursue funding for construction of a new clinic at 431-501
First Avenue in Seward, Alaska.
SECTION 2. That this resolution is effective immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 271h day
of November 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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4.1@Maai�ommunity Health Center Capital • •
1. About SCHC
2. Community Need & Our Expansion Effort
3. Sustainability
4. Capital Funding Plan
5. Break Ground With Us
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About SCHC
Our Beginnings & Services
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To identify and serve the
healthcare needs of the Seward
community by providing quality,
affordable services and promoting
wellness, prevention, and
partnerships.
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SEWARD COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
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Serving Seward Since 2014
• Seward Community Health Center (SCHC) is co-located with
Providence Seward Medical Center in a facility owned by the
City of Seward.
• Significant benefits have been realized from this co-location:
• Centralized location for primary, specialized and emergency
care for patients.
• Shared resources across organizations.
• Ease of communication and referrals under one roof.
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SCHC Services
SCHC is an essential component of Seward's healthcare infrastructure
Primary Care
Behavioral Health Vision/Optometry
Osteopathy Orthopedics
Pediatrics
Transportation Assistance
Medical Laboratory
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SCHC Space Constraints Are Urgent
From 2019 Needs Assessment Findings:
• Lack capacity to adequately serve patient load.
• No space to respond to current and future community healthcare
demands (e.g., patient triage, telemedicine).
• Insufficient quantity and size of exam rooms, offices and storage.
• Inefficient patient and staff flow.
• Disconnection and discontinuity of allocated spaces.
• Challenges to patient privacy posed by the space.
• Lack of identity separate from Providence; patient confusion.
• Conflicts in scheduling spaces shared with Providence.
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Other Factors Contributing to Need for Expansion
• Providence Seward Medical Center is planning an expansion
into the space currently occupied by SCHC.
• COVID-19 preparedness demands new design thinking and
increased space and equipment.
• For example: exterior access points, exhaust ventilation, ample
storage for PPE and clinic consumables, and ability to separate
practitioners' workspaces to avoid staff exposure.
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ExploredViable •
Do we...
1. Reconfigure and add onto the hospital?
2. Construct a new clinic on the current site?
3. Construct a new clinic at an adjacent site owned by SCHC?
Ultimately, a new clinic on the adjacent site selected:
• Best meets our vision for improved healthcare access and services for the
community of Seward.
• Allows right-sized clinical space and all personnel under one roof.
• Proximity to Providence provides continued ease of access to emergency
and radiological services.
• Least disruptive solution to ongoing Providence and SCHC operations.
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Expansion • ,
Project Vision
• A clinic that provides patients a positive wellness experience. Not just a
place for sick and injured; a place to improve health in our community.
• A facility that is COVID-19 prepared.
Our Long-Term Goal
• To fully integrate behavioral health, holistic medicine, preventative/wellness
education programs, nutrition counselling, and robust primary care and
specialty clinic programs into its business operation.
Fulfilling our Mission into the Future
• To identify and serve the healthcare needs of the Seward community.
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• Transition part-time staff to full-time positions.
• 12% total increase in staff positions — physicians, mid-level
providers, clinical support, and administrative coverage.
• Facilitates SCHC certification as a Patient Center Medical
Home.
• Whole patient care - fully integrated behavioral health, holistic
medicine, preventative/wellness education programs, nutrition,
counseling, and robust primary care and specialty clinic
programs into its business operation.
• Newly designed space will truly support team-based
integrated care across multiple elements of the broader
healthcare system.
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ustaining Future Expansion
• Increasing the average annual visits per patient from 2.5 to 2.6 visits
will keep the clinic in the black during the entire forecast period
• Forecast based on 2023 financial budget with 3.0% annual growth in
patients plus conceptual plan for new
• 20,027 ft2 building and shell space rented at $1.75/ ft2
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FY2O19 FY2020 FV2021. FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2029 FY2029 FY203O FY2O31 FY2O32
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fatal Visits 4,961 4,435 4.871 5,848 6,048 6254 6,46E 6.677 6,883 7,082 7,276 7,462 7,640 7,910
Fatal Peticnts 2,128 1,816 2,252 1,339 2,419 2,502 2,587 2,671 2,753 2,833 2,910 2,905 3,055 3,124
Gros s Revenue per Visit $346 $371 $401 $400 $ $406 $412 $418 $425 $431 $437 $444 $451 $457
G ross Patient Revenue 51,680,912 51,644,897 $1g51,955 52,33%225 52,419,085 52,539,198 52,665,274 $2,792,993 $2,921g92 $3,051,887 $3,182,268 53,312,707 $3,442,752 $3,571,937
Frequency 23 24 22 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 25
%Net Patient Revenue 74% 69% 65% 74% 77% 77% 77% 77% 77% 77% 77% 77% 77% 77%
Net Patient Revenue 51,249,503 51,129,056 $1,260,470 $1,752,293 51,862,696 51,955,182 52,052,261. $2,150,604 52,249X4 $2,349,953 $2,450,347 $2,550,784 $2,650,919 52,750,391
Operatinggrants 1,633,214 2,450,533 2,150,012 I,905,044 $1,490,419 $1,601,600 $1,6O1.,OCO $1,601,000 $1,601,0OO $1,601,000 $1,601,000 $1,601,000 $1,601,000 51,601,000
Lab Services&Case M-gement $92,400 $92,400 $92,400 $92,400 $92,400 $92400 $92,400 $92,400 $92,400 $92,400
Other 271,146 208,098 206,003 169,320 5194,320 5194,320 $194,320 $194,320 5194,320 5194,320 5194,320 5194,320 5194,320 5194,320
Total revrnues $3,153,863 $3,787,688 $3,616,485 $3,826,657 $3,6391,835 $3,842,902 $3,939,991 $4,038,324 $4,137,654 $4,237,673 $4,338,067 $4,438,504 $4,538,639 $4,638,111
Support-City Contributions $0 $0 $0 $0 $O $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total support and revenues $3,153,853 $3,787,588 $3,615,485 $3,825,557 $3,539,535 $3,842,902 $3,939,981 $4,038,324 $4,137,554 $4,237,573 $4,335,057 $4,438,504 $4,538,639 $4,538,111
Expenae
Personnel Expenses 1,660,867 2,021.992 2,084343 2,295.,451 2,296,109 2,320,403 2,a55,207 2,390,535 2,426,293 2,462789 2,49,R730 2537,226 2,575,285 2,613,914
Fringe Benefits 616,565 607,482 694,709 761,870 729,796 739,728 750,924 762,(186 773,518 785,120 796,893 808,851 820,983 833,299
Travel 71,333 22,845 44,837 31,958 16,111 161353 16,598 16,&17 17,100 17,356 17,516 17,881 18,149 18,421
Contractual 257,204 378,804 362259 419,170 231,293 234,752 239,.224 241,949 245,475 249,I57 252.995 256,688 260,539 264,447
Equipment 15,456 58,.185 22,833 93,520 28,800 29232 29,670 30,116 30,567 31,O26 31,491 31,964 32,443 32,930
Supplies 83,911 95,499 64,046 74,850 77,525 78,688 79,868 81,066 82,282 83,516 84,769 86,041 87,331 88,641
New Space 120,027 sgft)
Repa l rs a n d M al rden a nce 1 41,276 10,951 42,660 47,000 47,000 47,705 $ 190,242 $ 193,096 5 195,992 $ 198,932 5 201,916 5 264,945 $ 208,019 $ 211,139
Jbiities 37,449 37,929 38,243 39,000 39,000 39585 $ 84,113 $ 85,375 $ 86,655 $ 87,956 $ 89,275 $ 90,614 $ 91,973 $ 93X2
Other 206,932 239,883 287,012 292,727 225,688 229,073 232,.509 235,997 239537 243,130 246,777 250,479 254,236 258,049
Nan-Cash Expenses 47,282 20ABI 22,353 19,400 79,400 80,591 81,800 83,027 34272 85,536 85,819 88,122 59,444 90,785
Total Expenses 3,033,278 3,514,352 3,663,294 4,063,5145 3,759,712 3,816,108 4,059,106 4,119,992 4,181,792 4,244,519 4,303,187 4,372,010 4,438,402 4,504,1378
Net lncome(w/put Rental Space) $115.586 $273,336 ($46,810) ($237,288.) ($119,877) $26,795 ($119,124) (581,6681 ($44,138) iS6,846) $29,880 $65,694 $100,237 $133.134
Rental Income S 50,585 $ 51,494 $ 52,415 $ 53,352 $ 64,303 $ 65257 $ 5E,248 $ 67240
Netlrxurne $115,586 $273,336 ($45,810) ($237,288) ($119,877) $26,795 ($51],539) ($20,174) $19,279 $56,506 $94,193 $130,962 $166,483 $200r373
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Grant Funding Opportunities, Community Partnerships, Timeline
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How Will We Get There?
Grants and Community Partnerships
• Federal Grants (CDS) $5 Million (Awarded 2/2023)
• Other Federal Grants $10 Million
• State of Alaska $3 Million
• Foundation Grants & $2 Million
Community Support
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Our • Goals
Land Purchase $ 200,000 Completed 2017
�eeds Assessment Conceptual
$ 100,000 Completed 2022
Drawings, & Feasibility Study
Shovel Ready Planning & Design $ 1,089,000 2024
Construction, Fixtures, Move-In $ 18,611,000 2026
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SCHC's board has committed to building this structure Community Support
without debt,which will allow staff to focus on the
mission of delivering high quality medical care.
$13 million
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How You •
1. Follow us on social media @sewardhealthcenter
1. Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Indeed
2. Sign up for email updates
3. Write a letter of support
4. Write our state legislators
5. Consider joining our Campaign Cabinet
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Together, we will achieve our common goals of access
to affordable and quality healthcare for Seward !
Our community and partners make everything possible.
thank you!
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Health Center
IMPACT:
Our goal is to improve the lives of people in Seward and Moose Pass by changing how healthcare is delivered.We will do
this by increasing access, integrating preventive primary care with behavioral health, and delivering wellness-focused
health education.
Seward Community Health Center, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit community organization that has operated our Federally
Qualified Health Center(FQHC)since receiving the service area award from Health Resources Services Administration
(HRSA) in 2014.We serve the residents of Seward and Moose Pass areas with approximately 6,000 residents along with
our significant influx of summer workers and tourists.We currently lease six exam rooms and three offices in our local
hospital. Our administrative offices are in a dry trailer on the hospital's property.Since opening, our staff size has more
than tripled and we've grown to serve nearly 6,000 patient visits per year.
SCHC opened to patients in 2014 and has outgrown the allocated space in the local hospital where we are currently
located.We have been turning down new and expanded services due to space constraints.A new facility will decrease
wait times and allow for the expansion of integrated primary care with behavioral health. It will also allow us to offer
periodic visits by medical specialists in Anchorage,and educational facilities(teaching kitchen and classroom)will enable
us to promote wellness to the entire community.
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HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS OF THE NEW CLINIC:
Close to current location—SCHC has already purchased the land for this project at 431-501 First Ave
Two-story facility with 20,027 ft2—currently squeezed into 4,000 ftZ
Double the number of exam rooms
o More appointment availability
o Shorter patient wait times
o Ability to bring specialists to Seward on regular basis
o Telehealth rooms to connect with remote specialists without leaving Seward
Increased access to behavioral health services—more space for individual and group therapy
Improved privacy—space for patients to have private conversations with nursing, enrollment, and billing staff
Integration of preventive care,wellness,and health education—including a teaching kitchen with attached
community meeting spaces
Seward Community Health Center,Inc.is a community-supported 501(c)(3)non-profit(EIN 27-3912808).
Please visit www.sewardhealthceni*r(ar�for more info about the campaign.
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Infectious illness care—Isolated exam room with separate entrance
Efficiency and effectiveness—Bringing staff together under one roof to provide "whole person care"
Inclusion of other partners in community health
CAMPAIGN GOAL AND DETAIL..
We would like to raise$20 million for a new clinic at a groundbreaking by 2027.
Federal Grants: $5 Million (Secured via Congressionally Directed Spending—Feb. 2023)
Other Federal Grants and State grants: $13 Million
Foundation Grants&Community Support: $2 Million
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SCHC purchased land in 2017 adjacent to the hospital property.
Received $100,000 grant from Providence to develop our space need, initial drawings, and cost estimates.
Secured $5 million through Congressionally Directed Spending via Senator Lisa Murkowski
A feasibility study conducted by Agnew::Beck Consulting indicates that current patient volumes and
pricing practices will allow SCHC to be profitable in a new building within 5 years of opening.
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Interested in supporting this important project for Seward residents?We are seeking advocates,volunteers, and people
interested in making leadership gifts at this time.
1. Follow us on Facebook& Instagram @sewardhealthcenter
2. Sign up for email updates
3. Write a letter of support
4. Write our state and federal representatives
5. Consider joining our Campaign Cabinet
Craig Ambrosiani, Executive Director
907-224-8505
cambrosiani@sewardhealthcenter.ore
www.sewardhealthcenter.ore
Seward Community Health Center,Inc.is a community-supported 501(c)(3)non-profit(EIN 27-3912808).
Please visit www.sewardhealthceAW for more info about the campaign.
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Resolution 2023-129
A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Seward,
Alaska, Authorizing The City Manager To Purchase From
Southern States, LLC, a Three-Phase Horizontal Circuit
Switch In The Not-To-Exceed Amount Of$155,550,
Including Shipping, For Installation In Seward's Lawing
Substation Near Moose Pass
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-129
• Attachments:
o Signed Proposal
o Terms and Conditions
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City Council Agenda Statement .
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Rob Montgomery, General Manager Electric
Subject: Resolution 2023-129: Authorizing The City Manager To Purchase From Southern
States, LLC, A Three-Phase Horizontal Circuit Switch In The Not-To-Exceed
Amount Of$155,550, Including Shipping, For Installation In Seward's Lawing
Substation Near Moose Pass.
Background and justification:
Work to rebuild key sections of Seward's transmission system to replace aging equipment and
upgrade the system's voltage capacity got underway in 2023 and will continue in 2024.This work is
part of the overall transmission infrastructure project to improve system reliability well into the
future.
Part of this work includes refurbishing Seward's three high-voltage substations: Fort Raymond,
Lawing and Spring Creek. Most of the work at Fort Raymond was completed in 2023, leaving
Lawing and Spring Creek to be completed in 2024.Work at Lawing will begin first. A key piece of
equipment to replace in the Lawing substation is a three-phase horizontal circuit switch that is used
to open or bypass an electrical circuit so that maintenance work or troubleshooting can be safely
performed.
Multiple vendors were contacted for the project and bids were received from three companies.
Southern States was selected based upon its ability to meet all operational specifications, the 40-
week lead time for delivery, and the fact that Southern States maintains offices/facilities within the
state. Bid amounts were: $131,640, $146,850, and $155,550. While the bid from Southern States
was higher, the company was chosen because its three-way switch meets all operational
specifications, offers a 40-week lead time on delivery, and maintains offices/facilities in Alaska,
which is critical to ongoing support for maintenance and troubleshooting.
The company with the lowest bid does not maintain offices/facilities in the state which, as stated,is
critical to future support. The company with the second lowest bid could only offer a 100-week
delivery time, which does not meet the construction schedule.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with(citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.7.1.4"Continue to upgrade and expand utilities to meet existing needs
and encourage future development."
Strategic Plan: Reduce Energy Costs—Expand customer base within the Seward Electric
utility area
Other:
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Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 155,550.00
This legislation(✓):
✓ Creates revenue in the amount of: $ 155,550.00
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
✓ Not budgeted Part of Transmission Infrastructure Project
Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):15340-0000-8103
General SMIC Iq
Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking Water Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note: amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
FYes Attorney Signature:
v] Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
e✓ Adopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-129
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA,AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE FROM
SOUTHERN STATES, LLC, A THREE-PHASE HORIZONTAL CIRCUIT
SWITCH IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF$155,550,INCLUDING
SHIPPING, FOR INSTALLATION IN SEWARD'S LAWING SUBSTATION
NEAR MOOSE PASS.
WHEREAS, Southern States, LLC, was selected as the preferred vendor for the three-
phase horizontal switch following outreach to multiple vendors; and
WHEREAS, Southern States was selected because it meets all operational specifications,
meets lead time expectations for delivery, and maintains offices/facilities within the state of
Alaska, which is critical to future maintenance, troubleshooting and overall support; and
WHEREAS,a three-phase horizontal switch is an essential part of the substation in that
it is used to open or bypass an electrical circuit so that a piece of equipment or the
downstream circuit can be isolated for maintenance and safety purposes; and
WHEREAS, the purchase and installation of the new switch is part of the larger
infrastructure project currently underway to improve reliability of the City's high-voltage
transmission system.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase from Southern States, LLC,
a three-phase horizontal circuit switch for installation in Seward's Lawing Substation.
Section 2. Funding in the not-to-exceed amount of$155,550 is hereby appropriated from
the electric department's reserves account no. 15340-0000-8103.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 27th
day of November 2023.
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-129
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Southern States Proposal SF076104
EPS Inc, City of Seward GOAB May Switch — Transmission Line Project
Proposal Date 10/13/2023
From: Thermando Stephens
Business Development Manager—Transmission Division
Office: 770-946-4562 Ext. 10208
E-mail: T.StephensCcDSouthernStatesLLC.Com
We are pleased to submit our quotation as indicated on the attached page(s). The following should be
considered part of our bid:
• Estimated shipment date 32 weeks after receipt of order and complete mounting information at factory.
(Please consult factory if shorter lead times are required)
• Prices are FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid and Added to Invoice.
• Approval drawings will be submitted for review 6-8 weeks after receipt of order and complete mounting
information (Approval drawing lead time based on the standard Southern States lead time)
• Bid is valid for acceptance within 30 days and prices are firm for quoted shipment.
• Payment terms will be Net 30 days after date of invoice.
• The proposed items are covered by Southern States standard 5 year warranty.
• The equipment listed in this proposal is subject to Southern States standard terms and conditions.
https://www.southernstatesllc.com/ssllc-terms-and-conditions-of-sale
Additional Items:
Installation and Commissioning:
• All products quoted can be installed /adjusted /commissioned by Southern States Service.
Unit Price: Please contact your Southern States representative for a quotation.
Your consideration of Southern States equipment is much appreciated. We look forward to working with you on
this requirement.
Sincerely,
Thermando Stephens
Southern States, LLC
Southern States LLC • 30 Georgia Avenue • Hampton • Georgia • 30228 • Tel: 770-946-4562 • Fax: 770-946-8106
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Southern States multiway and single side break transmission disconnect switches are designed with all moving
joints and contact points as silver plated copper for maximum protection against weathering, oxidation, corrosive
environments, etc. During the open and close operations, the sliding action of the contacts removes any debris or
contaminants from the contact surfaces and offers a smooth, low operating force throughout the life of the switch.
The switch may be operated slowly or quickly and has the capabilities for a wide variety of future attachments.
Item 1:
Quantity: 2— Disconnect Switch Catalog No.: ES-1-123-2000-3W
Southern States ES-1, 123 kV maximum rated voltage, 2000 Ampere continuous current rating, 63 kA short-
time, 164 kA peak withstand, 100 kA momentary, 550 kV BIL, 3-Way Phase Over Phase, aluminum/copper
live parts, group operated side break disconnect switch. Complete with one (1) manual high output worm gear
operator and two (2)Vm-1-208-48VDC motor-operators, open/closed indicators, grounding shunts, and arc
horns. The unit price includes all frames, brackets, and mounting hardware. Live parts are shipped
assembled on TR-286 porcelain insulators and factory adjusted on bases.
Unit Price includes Southern States LLS-II, single gap, SF6, full load break interrupter set with all mounting
brackets and required hardware to attach to an ES-1-1 23-2000-3W.
Unit Price: $155,550.00 USD net each
EXECUTION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
This Master Contract has been executed by duly authorized representatives of the Parties and shall be effective as
of date of execution by both Parties.
SUPPLIER: COMPANY:
Southern States LLC City of Seward Electric Utility
By: By:
(Signature) (Signature)
Name: Thermando Stephens Name: Kat Sorensen
(Type or Print) (Type or Print)
Title: BDM, Transmission Division Title: Seward City Manager
11/6/2023 11/28/2023
(Date Executed) (Date Executed)
Southern States LLC • 30 Georgia Avenue • Hampton • Georgia • 30228 • Tel: 770-946-4562 • Fax: 770-946-8106
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SOUTHERN STATES,LLC GENERAL TERMS &CONDITIONS OF SALE
(Effective 11/9/16)
1. Pavment Terms.By accepting delivery of the Southern States,LLC("SSLLC")product(s)(the"Product"),you agree to pay SSLLC the full invoice price
withinthirty(30)days of receipt of the Product,less a one-fourth of one percent(0.0025%)cash discount for payments made within ten(10)days of receipt of the
invoice for the Product. All shipments are F.O.B.SSLLC's facility,Hampton,Georgia,freight prepaid and added to customer invoice within the Continental
United States of America and Canada unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC. Shipment terms for shipments to destinations other than the Continental
United States of America and Canada are F.O.B.Ex-Works(SSLLC's facility,Hampton,Georgia),customer to arrange pickup and transportation to destination
unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC. The invoice amount will include the price of the Product,all applicable taxes,insurance,freight and other
charges unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC.Interest charges of one and one-half percent(L5%)per month or partial month will accrue on all past
due amounts.All purchase orders are subject to credit approval.
2. Prices.Published prices for the Product are subject to change without notice.Price quotations are valid for thirty(30)days unless otherwise agreed to in
writing by SSLLC.Commitments by agents are subject to written acceptance by SSLLC.The minimum charge for any single order of Product is $250.00.
3. Sales Tax. Unless specifically stated otherwise,sales and other similar taxes are not included in the price of the Product and are the responsibility of the purchaser.
4. Freight Classifications.The term"electrical switches"shall be used to indicate that insulators are assembled with switches.If the switches and insulators are
shipped separately,the term"electrical switches"shall be used to indicate the switch portion of the apparatus,and the term"electrical insulators"shall used for the
insulator portion of the apparatus.Freight equalization will be made for government bills of lading.
5. Delivery.The Product will be delivered to the destination designated by the customer,with all insurance and shipping charges to be paid by the customer
unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC.Full risk of loss or damage to the Product shall pass to the customer upon delivery by SSLLC to the carrier at
SSLLC's facility unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC.SSLLC has no responsibility for any loss or damage to the Product during transport from
SSLLC's facility to the destination designated by the customer unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC.Loss or damage to the Product which is apparent at
the time of delivery shall be noted on the delivery copy of the freight bill and the carrier shall be notified of same.The Product shall be shipped with the route of
shipment and method both at SSLLC's discretion,unless the customer supplies explicit instructions to the contrary and pays for same.No allowances will be made
in lieu of freight unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC.
6. Security Interest.Until the full invoice amount has been paid for the Product,SSLLC reserves a purchase money security interest in the Product under the
Uniform Commercial Code;and,if requested,the customer will execute one or more financing statements to be recorded by SSLLC.The customer also hereby
grants SSLLC a power of attorney to sign on his behalf a financing statement and to record it,if desired by SSLLC.A signed copy of these General Terms&
Conditions of Sale may also be filed in lieu of a financing statement.
7. Limited Warrantv. SSLLC warrants only to the Warranty Holder(hereinafter defined as the"End User"or the"Immediate Purchaser",as
applicable,pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty as set forth below),that the Product identified below will, upon shipment,be
free of defects in workmanship and material for the applicable Warranty Period.The"Warranty Period"is that period of time during which this Limited
Warranty is effective,and such period begins on the invoice date issued by SSLLC for the Product,and continues until the earlier to occur of(1)the
expiration of the Warranty Duration period,or(2)the Number of Operations,both as specified in the table below. If the Product is both purchased and
installed within the United States or Canada,this Limited Warranty is granted to each end user of the Product who acquired the Product for its own
use during the Warranty Period("End User"). In all other situations,this Limited Warranty is granted only to the first purchaser of the Product
("Immediate Purchaser")from SSLLC. No primary or remote purchaser or owner of the Product who is not a Warranty Holder may claim any benefit
under this Limited Warranty,or any remedial promise included in this Limited Warranty. SSLLC shall, upon prompt written notice from the Warranty
Holder,correct a nonconforming Product by repair or replacement at the sole discretion of SSLLC of the nonconforming Product or any part or
component of a nonconforming Product necessary in SSLLC's discretion to make such Product conforming.Any transportation charges,labor for
removing,reinstalling the Product or part,and/or costs related to providing access to the Product shall be the responsibility of the Warranty Holder.
Correction in this manner will constitute the Warranty Holder's exclusive remedy and fulfillment of all SSLLC's liabilities and responsibilities
hereunder.SSLLC's duty to perform under this limited warranty may be delayed,at SSLLC's sole option,until SSLLC has been paid in full for all
products purchased by the Warranty Holder. No such delay will extend the Warranty Period. If SSLLC does not make such repair or replacement,
SSLLC's liability for damages on account of any claimed nonconformity will in no event exceed the purchase price of the Product in question.This
Limited Warranty does not apply to any Product that has been disassembled, repaired,or altered by anyone other than SSLLC.This Limited
Warranty will not apply to any Product that has been subjected to improper or abnormal use of the Product.SSLLC has no responsibility to repair or
replace any Product or component thereof manufactured by another party, but SSLLC will assign,to the extent assignable,to the Warranty Holder
any manufacturers'warranty that applies to products and components not manufactured by SSLLC.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES.THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS,IMPLIED,OR
STATUTORY WARRANTIES.ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH MAY ARISE BY IMPLICATION OF LAW,OR APPLICATION OF COURSE OF
DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE,INCLUDING,BUT NOT LIMITED TO,IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE,NONINFRINGEMENT OR OTHERWISE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.SSLLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE OR
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL,INCIDENTAL,INDIRECT,EXEMPLARY,SPECIAL,OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES,EVEN IF SSLLC HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SAME.THE WARRANTY HOLDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SUITABILITY OF THE
PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR APPLICATION.
Product Purchased Product Installed Warranty Warranty Number of
Region Region Holder Duration Operations
See product See Product
U.S and Canada U.S and Canada End User
Instruction Book Instruction Book
Earlier of 1 year
All Other Conditions Immediate from installation or See Product
Purchaser 18 months from Instruction Book
shipment
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8. Intellectual Property.Purchaser agrees that all intellectual property embodied in the Product is the sole and exclusive property of SSIPLLC,and the
customer acquires no ownership rights in such intellectual property.Purchaser shall not at any time file any copyright,patent,or trademark application with any
governmental agency or entity pertaining to the Product or any intellectual property rights of SSIPLLC embodied therein.Purchaser shall not,and shall not
permit any third party to,modify the Product or to reverse engineer,disassemble,or otherwise attempt to determine,duplicate,or copy the Product or the
intellectual property of SSIPLLC incorporated therein.
9. Force Maieure.SSLLC shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from delay in or failure to perform any of its obligations resulting from any
circumstances beyond its reasonable control,including,without limitation,fire,explosion,power failure,acts of God,war,riots,strikes,inability to obtain necessary
labor or materials or other catastrophes.Receipt of delivery of the Product by the customer constitutes a waiver of all claims against SSLLC for delay in or failure to
perform any of its obligations.
10. Order Cancellation.Any order placed with and accepted by SSLLC can be canceled only with SSLLC's consent and upon terms that will indemnify SSLLC
against any cost incurred.No Product will be accepted for return without prior written authorization from SSLLC.Any unauthorized returns may be refused and
returned to the customer freight collect. Any returned goods accepted by SSLLC are subject to a minimum service charge of thirty percent(30%)and inspection by
SSLLC before credit is issued unless otherwise agreed to in writing by SSLLC prior to the Product's return.All requests for cancellation are subject to SSLLC's
Cancellation Policy in effect at that time.
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Resolution 2023-130
Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a purchase
agreement with SHI for the purchase of Scale
Computing Systems servers for the Police
Department, in the amount of $41,250.82.
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-130
• Attachments:
o SHI— Scale Computing Quote
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 27,2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Dustin Phillips,IT Director
Subject: Resolution 2023-130: Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a purchase
agreement with SHI for the purchase of Scale Computing Systems servers for the
Police Department,in the amount of$41,250.82.
Background and justification:
The City of Seward Police Department currently runs three physical servers that are all past their
recommended life cycle of 7 years. The hardware is out of warranty and the version of operating system
software is no longer supported by Microsoft. These issues create an increased risk of system failure due
to hardware issues along with the absence of continued security patching and updates from Microsoft.
Upgrading to new hardware and the latest version of the Windows Server operating system will ensure the
system is patched with the latest security updates and has full hardware support from the vendor.
After reviewing systems from several vendors, the IT department has determined that moving the Police
Department servers from standalone physical servers to a hyper-converged platform from Scale Computing
is in the best interest of the City and Police Department. Scale Computing's systems will provide increased
redundancy by allowing IT staff to virtualize the server workload on the Police Department network.
Virtualizing the Police Department servers removes the current single point of failure of physical servers
by allowing each virtual server to run on a cluster of three servers. In the event of a node failure in the
cluster any servers running on that node are moved to the remaining healthy nodes in the cluster. This
cluster of servers allows for running the full workload in the event of a single node failure and running
critical systems in the event of a two-node failure.This system will provide an added layer of recoverability
and security in the event of a cyber incident or system failure, allowing IT staff to meet the goal of
minimizing the recovery time from such an event.
The IT department will work with reseller SHI to purchase the system from Scale Computing utilizing
pricing negotiated in WSCA Contract No. ADSP016-00005829, ALASKA STATE CONTRACT # N-
2016-VAR-0001.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 41,250.82
This legislation(✓):
0 Creates revenue in the amount of: $
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x Creates expenditure in amount of. $ 41,250.82
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
x Budgeted Line item(s): 01000-1210-8103
Not budgeted
Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
X General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking F1 Water Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note:amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $ 8,071,766
Finance Director Signature: '� +
Attorney Review
RYes Attorney Signature:
X Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
XeAdopt AM
Other:
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-130
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH SHI FOR THE PURCHASE OF SCALE
COMPUTING SYSTEMS SERVERS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT,
IN THE AMOUNT OF$41,250.82.
WHEREAS,The City of Seward Police Department currently runs three physical servers
that are all past their recommended life cycle of 7 years. The hardware is out of warranty and the
version of operating system software is no longer supported by Microsoft. These issues create an
increased risk of system failure due to hardware issues along with the absence of continued security
patching and updates from Microsoft. Upgrading to new hardware and the latest version of the
Windows Server operating system will ensure the system is patched with the latest security updates
and has full hardware support from the vendor; and
WHEREAS, After reviewing systems from several vendors, the IT department has
determined that moving the Police Department servers from standalone physical servers to a hyper-
converged platform from Scale Computing is in the best interest of the City and Police Department.
Scale Computing's systems will provide increased redundancy by allowing IT staff to virtualize
the server workload on the Police Department network; and
WHEREAS,Virtualizing the Police Department servers removes the current single point
of failure of physical servers by allowing each virtual server to run on a cluster of three servers.
In the event of a node failure in the cluster any servers running on that node are moved to the
remaining healthy nodes in the cluster. This cluster of servers allows for running the full workload
in the event of a single node failure and running critical systems in the event of a two-node failure.
This system will provide an added layer of recoverability and security in the event of a cyber
incident or system failure, allowing IT staff to meet the goal of minimizing the recovery time from
such an event; and
WHEREAS, The IT department will work with reseller SHI to purchase the system from
Scale Computing utilizing pricing negotiated in WSCA Contract No. ADSP016-00005829,
ALASKA STATE CONTRACT 9 N-2016-VAR-0001; and
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to enter into a purchase
agreement with SHI for the purchase of Scale Computing systems servers,in substantially the form
as attached hereto.
Section 2. The City Council finds that the public interest is served by authorizing a sole
source contract with SHI, for the purchase of servers and storage systems, and that this purchase
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RESOLUTION 2023-130
meets the exemption from competitive procurement requirements in accordance with Seward City
Code §6.10.030(4)
Section 3. Funding in the amount of$41,250.82 is hereby transferred and appropriated on
FY23 Budget from account 01000-1210-8103.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 27th
day of November 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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Pricing Proposal
Quotation#: 24105808
SF1 I Created On: 10/26/2023
Valid Until: 11/18/2023
AK-City of Seward Inside Account
Executive
Dustin Phillips Enrico Borromeo
410 Adams Street City 290 Davidson Ave
Seward, AK 99664 Somerset, NJ 08873
United States Phone: 800-527-6389 x.555-XXXX
Phone:(907)224-4039 Fax:
Fax: Email: enrico_borromeo@shi.com
Email: dphillips@cityofseward.net
All Prices are in US Dollar(USD)
Product Qty Your Price Total
1 Scale Computing HE551 Chassis 3 $5,085.22 $15,255.66
Scale Computing-Part#: CHA-2-15
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
2 Scale Computing PROMO Scale Computing Move powered by Carbonite Migrate 1 $956.72 $956.72
Scale Computing-Part#:ADTM-PROMO-20
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
3 Scale Computing Intel Xeon E-2334 3 $0.00 $0.00
Scale Computing-Part#:CPU-2-18
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
4 Scale Computing 16GB DDR4 ECC UDIMM 6 $0.00 $0.00
Scale Computing-Part#: RAM-2-10
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
5 Scale Computing 1.92TB 3.5'SATA SSD 3 $0.00 $0.00
Scale Computing-Part#: SSD-2-04
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
6 Scale Computing 4TB 3.5'SAS HDD 9 $0.00 $0.00
Scale Computing-Part#: HDD-2-03
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
7 Scale Computing 2-port 10Gb SFP+ 6 $0.00 $0.00
Scale Computing-Part#: NIC-2-OC
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
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8 Scale Computing SCHHyperCore-4 core 60 Month Standard license and support 3 $6,907.02 $20,721.06
software
Scale Computing-Part#: HCOS-S-54C
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
Coverage Term: 1/28/2024—1/27/2029
9 Scale Computing 5 Year HW Support for Scale Computing HCI Appliance 1 $1,559.10 $1,559.10
Scale Computing-Part#: HW-5
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
Coverage Term: 1/28/2024—1/27/2029
10 Scale Computing ScaleCare Advanced Installation Services 1 $2,758.28 $2,758.28
Scale Computing-Part#:QSPI
Contract Name:Open Market
Contract#: Open Market
Total $41,250.82
Additional Comments
Please note, if Emergency Connectivity Funds(ECF)will be used to pay for all or part of this quote, please let us know as we will
need to ensure compliance with the funding program.
Hardware items on this quote may be updated to reflect changes due to industry wide constraints and fluctuations.
WSCA Contract No.ADSP016-00005829
ALASKA STATE CONTRACT#N-2016-VAR-0001
Amendment No. Four(04)
By executing a an order against this quote customer agrees that they will review and agree to the manufacturers terms of use.
Any discrepancies between manufacturer licensing agreement and customer terms must still be agreed to or negotiated
independently and directly with manufacturer.
The products offered under this proposal are Open Market and resold in accordance with the terms and conditions at SHI Online
Customer Resale Terms and Conditions.
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Resolution 2023-131
A Resolution Of The Seward Port And Commerce Advisory
Board Recommending City Council Approval Of The 2023
Seward Boat Harbor Plan
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-131
• Attachments:
o PACAB Resolution 2023-004
0 2023 Seward Boat Harbor Plan
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City Council Agenda Statement .
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Port and Commerce Advisory Board
Subject: Resolution 2023-131: A Resolution Of The Seward Port And Commerce
Advisory Board Recommending City Council Approval Of The 2023
Seward Boat Harbor Plan
Background and justification:
Since April 2013, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board(PACAB) has been working with city
staff to develop an updated plan for the Seward Small Boat Harbor. The most recent plan, the
Small Boat Harbor Area Planning and Development Guide, was approved by the Seward City
Council by City Council Resolution 2003-032 on April 28, 2003.
Since 2003, numerous improvements have been completed and the time is right to plan for more
changes and improvements to the harbor.
The new plan is intended to serve policy makers and advisers as a general information source
and as a tool for prioritization and funding justification for the development and upgrade of the
Seward Small Boat Harbor. Previous plans have not included upland commercial and
transportation interests or concerns; this plan proposed to adopt a more all-inclusive view
incorporating those elements as well.
As part of the development of the proposed new plan, PACAB has conducted public meetings
that have been occasionally well-attended by interested citizens and harbor users. There has also
been media coverage on certain topics.
The new plan lists the projects that have already been accomplished. The plan incorporates
lessons learned during previous construction projects. With very little consultant assistance, the
plan describes possible future projects, both in the near term and in the long term. After
adoption, the plan will from time to time need revision and updates as needs and opportunities
appear, and as projects identified as priorities are completed.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with(citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: 3.5.1 Maintain a thriving port of Seward through harbor improvements,
infrastructure expansion, and implementation of management plans.
Strategic Plan: We are a community that promotes economic diversity, encourages
growth of year-round businesses, desires environmentally responsible
industry, and seeks jobs that promote a higher standard of living.
Other:
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Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0
This legislation(✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
✓ Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
✓ Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking F1 Water F1 Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note: amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
FYes Attorney Signature:
v] Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
e✓ Adopt Resolution
Other:
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-131
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEWARD PORT AND COMMERCE ADVISORY
BOARD RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPOVAL OF THE 2023
SEWARD BOAT HARBOR PLAN
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Seward approved the Seward Small Boat
Harbor Area Planning and Development Guide on April 28, 2003; and
WHEREAS, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) reviewed the plan at its
October 4, 2023 regular meeting; and
WHEREAS, the proposed new plan lists competed projects, projects not yet completed,
and new projects; and
WHEREAS, public input has been solicited, received, and included in the proposed new
plan; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PORT AND COMMERCE
ADVISORY BOARD that:
Section 1. The Port and Commerce Advisory Board strongly recommends approval of the
2023 Seward Boat Harbor Plan.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 27th
day of November, 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION 2023-131
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WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Seward approved the Seward Small Boat
Harbor Area Planning and Development Guide on April 28, 2003; and
WHEREAS, the Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) reviewed the plan at its
October 4, 2023. regular meeting; and
WHEREAS, the proposed new plan lists completed projects, projects that have not yet
been completed, and new projects; and
WHEREAS, public input has been solicited, received, and included in the proposed new
plan; and
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board
that:
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Section 1. PACAB strongly recommends approval of the 2023 Seward Boat Harbor
Plan.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board this lst day of
November, 2023.
THE CITY OF WARD,ALASKA
Bruce Jaffa, Cha
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November 1, 2023
Prepared for
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The City of Seward, Alaska
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Seward Boat Harbor
Plan
Summary
This document is intended to serve policy makers and advisers as a general information
source and as a tool for prioritization and funding justification for the development and
upgrade of the Seward Boat Harbor. In its final adopted form, the plan will have been
through the public process at different steps, including meetings before the Port and
Commerce Advisory Board and the Seward City Council. After adoption, the plan will
from time to time need revision and updates as needs and opportunities appear, and as
projects identified as priorities are completed.
In the decade since the previous plan was adopted, much has been accomplished in the
Harbor. The eastward expansion added slips to help meet demand for users on the wait list,
and added developable uplands south of the harbor. The improvements at I and T docks
provided needed structural improvements. The Boat Lift has been replaced, a new dock
constructed, and the adjacent uplands improved. The fuel dock and X-Float have been
redone, and a new Z-float constructed along the relocated eastern breakwater. D-Float has
been replaced, A, B, C, S, G, K and L-float has been replaced along with the North East
and South Launch Ramps. The Harbormaster Office public restrooms and showers have
been updated. The City Code Chapter addressing Harbor uses has been rewritten through
several public hearing at Port and Commerce Advisory Board and City Council meetings.
Capital projects awaiting funding further detailed within this plan include, a washdown pad
by the 50 ton boatlift, electric services on X-Float, slip build out along Z-float, and location
and construction of a 5 ton public crane on I-dock, a new harbormasters office and the
South Harbor uplands development.
Previous plans have not included upland commercial and transportation interests or
concerns; this plan proposed to adopt a more all-inclusive view incorporating those
elements as well.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Introduction................................................................................................................... 4
1.1 General...................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Plan Approach........................................................................................................... 5
2.0 Regional Description .................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Brief History ............................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Location .................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Climate...................................................................................................................... 7
2.4 Winds........................................................................................................................ 8
2.5 Tides.......................................................................................................................... 8
2.6 Waves........................................................................................................................ 8
2.7 Ice.............................................................................................................................. 9
2.8 Land Use and Ownership.......................................................................................... 9
3. 0 Existing Harbor Facilities............................................................................................ 9
3.1 The Boat Harbor ...................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Seward Marine Industrial Center(SMIC)............................................................... 12
4.0 The Development Plan................................................................................................ 12
4.1 Economic Evaluation and Harbor statistics............................................................ 12
4.2 Corps of Engineers Role......................................................................................... 15
4.3 Development Criteria ............................................................................................. 15
4.4 Float System Layout............................................................................................... 16
4.5 Float System Utilities........................................................................20
4.6 Gangways and Trestles........................................................................................... 21
4.7 Launch Ramps ........................................................................................................ 22
4.8 Parking Areas.......................................................................................................... 22
4.9 TraveLift® and Maintenance Area......................................................................... 23
4.10 Public Crane.............................................................................. 23
4.11 Wash Down Facility ........................................................................23
4.12 Drive Down Float ................................................................................................. 23
4.13 Tidal Grid.............................................................................................................. 23
4.14 Fish Cleaning Facilities......................................................................................... 24
4.15 Restroom Facilities ............................................................................................... 24
4.16 ADA Accessible Fishing Pier............................................................................... 24
4.17 Harbormaster's Office and Shop ..........................................................................24
5.0 Accessibility................................................................................................................25
5.1 Background...................................................................................25
5.2 Accessible Routes...........................................................................25
5.3 Boat Slips.....................................................................................25
5.4 Upland Facilities.............................................................................26
6.0 Plan Implementation...........................................................................26
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Appendices
Appendix A Drawings: Z Float Laterals J, U V, and W Floats)
Appendix B City of Seward, Alaska, Resolution 2022-008
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 General
The Seward Boat Harbor (see next page) is a significant aspect of the overall commercial
and economic picture of the City of Seward. The existing harbor was constructed
immediately following the 1964 earthquake and had minimal upgrades until 1998. At that
time,the harbor was owned by the State of Alaska, but operated by the City. In June 1998
the Seward City Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate a transfer of the harbor
and all of the associated improvements from the State of Alaska to the City of Seward. The
deal was approved by the City Council on February 8, 1999 including a $3.1 Million
payment to the City for maintenance. This was a onetime payment associated with the
transfer of the facility and not part of the Harbor Facility Grant Program.
At the time the deal was made,the City knew that the$3.1 Million payment was insufficient
to make necessary improvements. The City has used various ways to fund harbor
improvements: bond borrowing, special user fees (such as the Capital Repair and
Replacement fee and Passenger Facility fee), federal appropriations, and state grants.
During the years 2005-2007 the City sold approximately$8 Million in bonds to fund harbor
improvements. As of December2021, approximately $1.8 Million in borrowed principal
remains to be repaid.
In 2006,the Alaska Legislature established a new 50150 matching grant program called the
Harbor Facility Grant Program, (Reference Alaska Statute AS 29.60.800) handled by
the State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. The grant program
was established in order to provide financial assistance to municipal or regional housing
authority owned harbor facilities. This grant program is funded on an annual basis at the
discretion of the Alaska Legislature and consists of two tiers, Tier I and 11. The first tier
has priority and consists of major maintenance and repair of a harbor facility that was
previously owned by the state and now is locally owned. The second tier consists of all
other harbor facilities and those harbor facilities which have already received a Tier I grant.
A harbor facility may only receive one Tier I grant but is eligible for multiple Tier 11 grants.
Seward used the Tier II approach to replace D Float in 2013-2014. The B, C, S, and a
portion of G Float Replacement grant application was submitted as a Tier I project and was
completed in 2016, G, K and the remainder of G-float utilized the Tier II grant and was
completed in 2022.
The development plan provides the present view for the future harbor. Most features will
be implemented at some time in the future as need,priority and funding dictate.
1.2 Plan Approach
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This updates and revises the 2018 Seward Boat Harbor Plan. The Port and Commerce
Advisory Board (PACAB) worked with City staff to revise and update this new plan.
Discussion of the plan by PACAB was advertised in the local media. Public comment was
solicited at the PACAB meetings.
2.0 Regional Description
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2.1 Brief History
Russian fur trader and explorer Alexander Baranof named Resurrection Bay in 1792.While
sailing from Kodiak to Yakutat, he found unexpected shelter in this bay from a storm. He
named the bay Resurrection because it was the Russian Sunday of the Resurrection. The
City of Seward was named for U.S. Secretary of State William Seward, 1861-69, who
negotiated the purchase of Alaska from Russia during the Lincoln administration. In the
1890s, Capt. Frank Lowell arrived with his family. In 1903, John and Frank Ballaine and
a group of settlers arrived to begin construction of a railroad. Seward became an
incorporated City in 1912. The Alaska Railroad was constructed between 1915 and 1923,
and Seward developed as an ocean terminus and supply center. By 1960, Seward was the
largest community on the Kenai Peninsula. Tsunamis generated during the 1964
earthquake destroyed the railroad terminal and killed several residents. After the
earthquake, Sewardites rebuilt and the harbor was moved to its current location. During the
2000's the harbor expanded to the east and south. Beginning in 1980, the City acquired
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and developed the Seward Marine Industrial Center. Kenai Fjords National Park was also
designated at that time. The development of the cruise ship industry and improvements to
the Seward Highway have brought thousands of additional tourists to Seward. And, as an
ice-free harbor, Seward has become an important supply center for Interior Alaska. With
the threat of global climate change it is expected that Seward's role as a gateway to the
Arctic will continue to grow.
2.2 Location
The City of Seward is situated in the northwest corner of Resurrection Bay, a north-south
fjord 19 miles long and 3 miles wide opening to the Gulf of Alaska, and on the southeast
coast of the Kenai Peninsula, 125 highway miles south of Anchorage. Resurrection Bay
depths exceed 150 fathoms (900 feet) and the mountains on either side rise to elevations
more than 4000 feet above sea level.
The City lies at the foot of Mount Marathon and is the gateway to the Kenai Fjords
National Park. It lays at approximately 60107' N Latitude, 149126' W Longitude
(the harbor itself is within Section 3, Township 1 South, Range 1 West, Seward
Meridian). The area of the city encompasses 15 sq. miles of land and 7 sq. miles of
water. 2.3 Climate
The sub-arctic maritime climate at Seward is characterized by relatively mild winters and
summers. The average temperature is 25 F in winter and 62 F in the summer. A monthly
climatic summary is shown in Table 1.
Table 1 —Monthly Climate Summary, Seward,Alaska
Jan Feb [Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Annual
Average Max.
Temperature 31.0 33.0 38.0HH
59.0 62.0 62.0 56.0 45.0 37.0E
46.0
(F)
Average Min.
Temperature 21.0 22.0 HHE
46.0 50.0 50.0 44.0 35.0 26.0E
34.0
(F)
Average Total
Precipitation 7.20 5.83 EHH
2.32 2.24 5.47 10.35 9.8- 7.17H
71.82
(in.)
Average Total E�EH�IDDE�E�dE�EdEIDEI
84.4
Snowfall (in.)
Source:Western Region Climate Center
2.4 Winds
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Winds at Seward are effectively aligned north-south with the topography of Resurrection
Bay. Winds are predominately northerly from October to March shifting to southerly in
June and July and back to northerly by October. The Corps of Engineers harbor expansion
feasibility report indicates a 50-year recurrence interval design wind for wave analysis of
63 miles per hour. This data was similar to that found by R&M Engineers (2012) 50-year
sustained winds 59 miles per hour(51.5 knots). The ocean swell enters Resurrection Bay
and builds up from the south. Winds over 35 knots from the north are common during the
winter months with southerly winds of 6 to 15 knots, occasionally higher, during the
summer months. Strong winds can occur from either the north or south at any time of the
year.
2.5 Tides
Tides at Seward have a mean range of 8.33 feet and a diurnal range of 10.62 feet, causing
tidal currents of 1 (flood) to 1.7 (ebb) knots. Tide levels, referenced to mean lower low
water(MLLW)are shown in Table 2. Extreme high tide levels result from the combination
of astronomic tides and rise in local water levels due to atmospheric and wave conditions.
Table 2 —Tidal Data, Seward,Alaska
Tide Elevation (feet)
Highest Observed Water Level +15.59
Mean Higher High Water(MHHW) +10.58
Mean High Water(MHW) + 9.67
Mean Sea Level (MSL) + 5.54
Mean Tide Level (MTL) + 5.52
Mean Low Water(MLW) + 1.36
Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) 0.00
Lowest Observed Water Level —5.12
Source: NOAA, National Ocean Service Station# 9455090
2.6 Waves
Measured wave data is not available for the Seward area. As reported in the Corps of
Engineers boat harbor expansion feasibility report,the following general statements appear
applicable to the wave climate
a. Wave heights of 4 to 6 feet are the maximum observed by longtime local
residents (in the vicinity of the existing harbor).
b. "Typical"wave periods range from about 3 to 6 seconds.
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c. Local residents and recorded data indicate waves from the south-southeast
predominate.
d. Long-period swells from the open ocean do not impact the existing harbor area.
(Long period waves DO impact the marine industrial center on the east side of
the bay.)
The Corps feasibility report wave analysis completed in 1998 found that a 6.2-foot wave
height and a 4.6 second period design wave should be used for breakwater structure design.
Waves of approximately 3 feet in the vicinity of the boat harbor are common with southerly
summer winds.
2.7 Ice
Resurrection Bay is ice free throughout the year. The existing harbor does not freeze up,
although skim ice does form occasionally around the perimeter of the harbor during the
coldest winter months.
2.8 Land Use and Ownership
In addition to the City owned land surrounding the boat harbor, the Alaska Railroad owns
significant private land that is leased to both commercial and industrial businesses. The
AKRR is currently pushing to enlarge their freight dock and also pursue further
development opportunities.
3. 0 Existing Harbor Facilities
3.1 The Boat Harbor
The original harbor was authorized by Congress in 1930 and later modified by Congress
in 1935. The authorization provided for a 4.75-acre basin at a —12.5 MLLW depth
protected by a south breakwater 580 feet long and a north breakwater 950 feet long.
Construction began in 1931. The authorization was modified in 1954 to raise the elevation
of the south breakwater and add tow pile breakwaters at the entrance to the basin. This
project was completely destroyed by the 1964 earthquake.
The Rivers and Harbors Act, 19 August 1964, provided for the relocation and
reconstruction of a 12.45-acre harbor with entrance channel at—15 feet MLLW protected
by two rock mound breakwaters of 1060 and 1750 feet,with future provision for expansion.
Reconstruction began in August 1964 incrementally as other waterfront projects were
constructed. The project was completed in November 1965. The northwest corner of the
present basin (from approximately F Float northward on the west side of the basin) is a
locally constructed basin expansion. The harbor was expanded to the east when the
breakwater was relocated approximately 400 feet to the east by the Corps of Engineers.
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Several floods have affected the harbor since construction. The event with the most impact
was the fall flood in 1995 when approximately 23,000 cubic yards of material entered the
harbor, primarily in the northeast corner covering the tidal grid. Approximately 20,000
cubic yards were dredged in 1996. The grid was left covered with sediment and abandoned.
Many of the existing floats were constructed and installed by the State of Alaska in 1966
through 1973 soon after the harbor basin was completed. X-Float was originally
constructed in 1978 and rebuilt in 1996 following its catastrophic failure. A,B and C-Floats
had utility upgrades and were re-decked and re-billeted in 1996. These floats including S-
hoat were replaced in 2016, G, K and L-float were replaced in 2022
The City of Seward signed the Transfer of Responsibility Agreement turning the ownership
of the float system over to the City (from the State) in February 1999. The Corps of
Engineers quitclaim deeded the basin back to the City in November 1999.
RECENT EXPANSION& PROJECTS
• D Float replaced 2014
• Harbormaster Office Restroom remodel 2013-2014
• Z Float completed 2011
• East I and T dock renovations 2008
• 50 ton lift pit relocation 2008
• SE Harbor Floats (M, N, O, P, Q) completed 2007
• New restrooms at South Harbor 2007
• North Harbor Float Extension 2005
• East Harbor Expansion 2007
• Oil Collection Station Upgrades 2015
• A, B C & S-float 2017
• South Launch Ramp 2018
• North East launch ramp 2022
• G, K& L-float 2022
In 2012 portions of the north harbor, northeast harbor, and harbor entrance were dredged
by the Corps of Engineers contractor at a total cost of approximately $1.5 Million
consisting of $571,000 of local (primarily Commercial Passenger Vessel) funds and
$929,000 in federal funds. In 2013 D Float was designed at cost of$100,000 funded by a
Denali Commission Grant. D Float was rebuilt at a cost of$, 2,138,838 (or approximately
$38,000 per slip)with the cost split between the City and a State of Alaska Department of
Transportation Harbor Facility Grant. Also in 2013 the harbor restrooms were remodeled
at a total cost of$130,000 from a state legislative grant.
Portions of the north harbor,E, F,H,J and G Floats were replaced with new concrete floats
in 2001. An engineer's inspection report dated January 2011 looked at the southwest
quadrant of the harbor and found A, D and S Floats in serious or critical condition. Floats
B, C, and G were found to be in poor condition, D-float was replaced in 2014, A, B, C and
S-float were replaced in 2017, the remainder of G, K & L-float were replaced in 2022.
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The South Launch ramp was replaced in 2018 and the Northeast Launch ramp was replaced
in 2022.
Table 3 -Harbor Vital Statistics, 9/13/23
Slip Number
Length Available
23' 29
32' 306
40' 134
50' 64
75' 8
90, 11
100, 6
150' 2
170' 1
573 total slips 22,223 ft.
Parallel Over 6,303Feet
Total Available Over 28,526 Feet
Table 4 -Moorage Available by Float
Float Number Length
A North 29 26
A South 434 feet
B 54 32
C 62 32
D 58 40
E, South 34 50
E, North 24 75, 90, 100
F, South 680 feet
F, South 2 75
F, North 30 50
F, T-Head 1 60
G, North 245 feet
H 64 40
H, T-Head 1 90
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I 405 feet
J 60 32
K South 29 32
K North 460 feet
L 390 feet
M 16 32
M parallel 264 feet
N 30 32
O 30 32
P, South 14 32
P, North 12 40
Q parallel 368 feet
R 485 feet
S, South 350 feet
S, North 350 feet
T 790 feet
X 6 slips 682 feet
Z 4 slips 400 feet
3.2 Seward Marine Industrial Center (SMIC)
The most recent Master Plan of the Seward Marine Industrial Center was reviewed and
approved in January 2018. As of November 2018 the construction of a new rubble
mound breakwater is complete.
4.0 The Development Plan
This plan was developed by using the outline of the 2003 Boat Harbor Planning and
Development Guide. The changes and updates were prepared by City staff and reviewed
by the Port and Commerce Advisory Board and recommended for approval by the City
Council. The plan was discussed during a series of public meetings.
4.1 Economic Evaluation and Harbor Statistics
General - Seward has transitioned from an economic dependence on resource based
markets to a visitor and recreation-based economy. Most economic growth since 1990 has
been driven by the visitor industry, with employment in trade, services and transportation
growing at a 5.9 percent annual rate, until the recession that began in late 2008. The
community has capitalized on its road and railroad connections to Anchorage; its cruise
ship terminal (roughly 80 vessels call each summer); and its location as the major access
point for visits to the Kenai Fjords National Park and the Chiswell Islands (the most visited
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part of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge). Seward's Alaska SeaLife Center is
another major visitor attraction.
Seward competes for visitors with other South Central Alaska communities:Homer,Kenai,
and Whittier. Each town has its own sets of attractions.
Commercial fishing remains a significant part of the Seward economy. 2013 proved to be
a record breaking year for salmon production in Alaska. The City hopes to be able to bring
back some of the commercial fishing vessel activity that has moved away from Seward.
The state prison located nearby and other government facilities,including the national park
headquarters, are also important year-round employers. Although a major sawmill was
opened in 1993, it never became competitive, and has remained closed since 1994.
In 2020 the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau estimated there were
1,108 jobs held by Seward residents, and 1,918 employed residents in the 99664 ZIP code,
but this total does not reflect seasonal jobs and other Seward jobs that are held by non-
residents. Approximately 20% of these jobs are in recreation and hospitality, 20% in the
public sector, and another 20% in education, healthcare, and social assistance. The
remaining 20% is divided between resource extraction (forestry, fishing, mining),
transportation and warehousing, real estate and financial management, and construction,
with small percentages of professional/scientific and manufacturing.
In recent years,population growth in Seward has been flat. The 2022 population of Seward
was 2,625 and the 2012 population was 2,692.
Seward gains a portion of its total municipal revenues from its sales tax (4%) and its
accommodation tax (4%). The community depends on these revenues to provide services
to both residents and visitors. Taxable sales in Seward have trended upward in recent years,
from $1.08 million in 2012 to to$9.1 million in 2020. The largest share of sales is within
the retail and service sector. Visitor sales, supported by Seward harbor and marine-related
activities contribute substantially to overall municipal revenues.
The Harbor collects Passenger fees from charter and tour boat operators at the rate of$3.50
per passenger carried. Prior to 2006 the Passenger fee was $1.50 per passenger. All boats
in the harbor pay a Capital Repair and Replacement fee depending upon the length of the
vessel. Beginning in 2010 the Harbor has received some of the Raw Fish tax. The
following graph and table shows the amount of passenger fees collected between 2003 and
2012 along with the Harbor's portion (50%) of the Raw Fish tax in 2011 and 2012: Table
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2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021
Passenger 613,974 607,286 1 668,182 637,541 570,984 565,302 590,747 163,858 1 609,435
Fee
Tourism, recreation and commercial fishing provide substantial support to the community
through the boat harbor. Replacement and modernization of the harbor facilities will
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enhance the users experience and increase the harbor's ability to generate support for the
community.
Current Harbor Use—The 2022 use of the Seward Harbor by vessel owners with a reserved
slip is shown in the following summary:
Charter boat vessels moored in Seward Harbor
There are 129 charter boats paying passenger fees in the Seward harbor.
These vessels range in length from 23 feet to 115 feet, with an average of 43 feet.
Commercial fishing boats
There are 13 commercial fishing vessels moored in Seward harbor.
These vessels range in length from 27 feet to 59 feet, with an average of 42.5 feet.
Motor vessels moored in Seward Harbor
There are 540 motorboats moored in the Seward harbor.
These vessels range in length is from 19 feet to 110 feet, with an average of 36.5
feet.
Sailboats moored in Seward Harbor
There are 150 sailboats moored in the Seward harbor.
These vessels range in length is from 23 feet to 54 feet, with an average of 35.3
feet.
Tugboats moored in Seward Harbor
There are 2 tugs moored in the Seward harbor.
The vessels range in length is from 60 to 105 feet, with an average of 82.5 feet.
During the winter season a number of tugboats come to Seward for moorage. In
2021-2022 there were 8 tugs tied up for the winter.
For the purpose of this plan, the category motor vessels do not include sailboats.
Table 6 shows the current waiting list for permanent slips in the Seward harbor and includes
265people. As a result of the pandemic, the last few years have seen an increased interest
in outdoor recreation, which has resulted in substantial growth to the harbor wait lists.
Since there is an annual fee for remaining on the waiting list,it best represents those people
with a commitment to moor in the Seward harbor. However, since the wait for a slip can
be several years, many prospective vessel owners are forced to shop for other moorage
alternatives.
Table 6, Wait List by Slip Length
Vessel/ Slip Length (ft.) Number of Vessels
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23 4
32 78
40 61
50 46
75 8
90 7
100 0
>105 0
4.2 U. S.Army Corps of Engineers Role
Following the 1964 Earthquake federal legislation was adopted that requires that the Corps
be primarily responsible for harbor dredging. For example,in 2012,the Corps was the lead
agency for maintenance dredging in the harbor and the Harbor paid for dredging the
portions of the harbor that were not federally mandated. Another critical Corps-related
issue is called Navigational Servitude. In 2014 the Water Resources Development Act
(WRDA) included new legislative language in Section 6004 that will allow the
construction of improvements on the South Harbor Uplands.
The CORP did an underwater survey in 2020 the Seward Harbor does not need to be
dredged at this time.
Waiting for the next CORP maintenance dredge cycle.
4.3 Development Criteria
The current layout of the harbor was completed with the east harbor expansion in 2011.
The harbor's top challenges are maximizing the use of available moorage slips; replacing
ageing docks (COMPLETED); and providing new services.
Environmental and Permit Aspects-Permits will be needed through the Corps of Engineers
to replace and add floats, trestles and bulkheads and to do any in-water work. Items such
as a new grid, fill and dredging and disposal will be the most challenging,because they are
considered the most environmentally sensitive.
Land Use and Zoning— The City-owned land at the harbor is zoned Harbor Commercial.
Adjacent lands are zoned: Park, Industrial, and Auto Commercial.
Alaska Railroad - The Alaska Railroad owns land north of the Boat Harbor. The City and
Railroad completed a land swap in October 2014 in order to facilitate re-development of
the land formerly occupied by the US Coast Guard Shore facility, we also completed a
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railroad contract (8670) for the easterly breakwater that reside on railroad tidelands into
Lease 03-102 to solidify the City's possession of the easterly breakwater.
Boat Storage and Boat Work Yards- There are several privately owned yards at the north
end of the Boat Harbor. Maintaining additional vessel storage within proximity of the boat
lift is a continuing challenge. In mid- 2013 the largest boatyard near the harbor closed its
operations. Another boat yard closed this summer (2023) which is hindering vessel haul
outs. There are additional private boat yards in the area,with the largest of those located at
Lowell Point.
Parking — During the summer the harbor area is one of the most heavily used areas in
Seward with regard to the availability of parking spaces. There is just enough parking
available, especially during summer weekends, holidays and Silver Salmon Derby time.
There is limited adjacent space available to make into parking space. Day parking, in
addition to long-term parking, was identified as critical. The tour boat companies have
developed remote parking lots with shuttle buses that bring customers to the harbor.
Public Restrooms and Showers—In 2013 the harbor used $130,000 in state grant funds to
remodel the restrooms at the Harbormaster's Office. Additional funds to complete the
project were received from the State of Alaska Commercial Passenger Vessel funds.Public
restroom facilities are limited, especially for the influx of summer visitors in the harbor
area. The primary restroom location is in the harbormaster's office building, which also
includes a few showers. Other restroom locations include the Park Service Headquarters
and Kenai Fjords Tours facilities. These facilities are near the harbormaster's office.
Additional public restrooms are located in the south uplands parking area and northeast
parking area. The Harbor needs another set of restrooms in the northwesterly quadrant of
the Harbor. From that corner of the Harbor, it is approximately 1200 feet to the nearest
public restroom.
Launch Ramp Improvements - There are two existing launch ramps in the boat harbor, one
at the NE corner and one at the SW corner of the basin. The Harbor has made use of grant
funds to replace both of the launch ramps the South ramp in 2018 and the Northeast ramp
in 2022.
One planned improvement was to lengthen the launch ramps in order to make them safer
to use at very low tide levels, this has been completed with the replacement of both ramps.
Slip Sizes—In the past, boats were smaller and correspondingly the harbor included more
17 and 24-foot slips, the smaller 17ft slips were removed with the completion of A, B C
and S-float project. The current harbor expansion added mostly 32-foot slips, some 23-
foot slips, and some linear moorage on K, S and Z-float.
Leased Properties — All harbor leases, upon renewal or change of lease, should be
considered by administration for easement and rights of way access along with CPI
adjustments.
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4.4 Float System Layout
Fleet—The number of vessels seeking moorage in the harbor was determined from the wait
list shown in table 6. Until the 2008 recession there had been a national trend in the marine
industry, both in sales and manufacturing, toward larger and wider boats. The results of a
questionnaire in 2003 showed that 75 percent of those responding agreed that some smaller
slips could be eliminated, if "other" arrangements could be made for the smaller boats.
Therefore, the minimum new slip size was recommended to be 32 feet with increased
emphasis on 40 foot and larger slips. Space for transient vessels will be included to the
greatest extent possible for the transient commercial fishing fleet in addition to recreational
vessels.
Slips in the 60-foot to 100-foot range have been included that will accommodate large
yachts, commercial fishing vessels, and tour boats. Also, linear moorage is provided for
even larger vessels up to 90 and 120 feet.
Large commercial fishers include about 30 vessels 37 to 125 feet long with a beam 15 to
35 feet and draft 7 to 13 feet, approaching 15 feet when fully loaded. Only about 10 are
presently in reserved slips. Barges, tugs, ferries and research vessels occasionally use the
harbor, most often wintering over.
Main Interior Channels— The main channel running diagonally north-south in the central
part of the harbor will be a minimum of 150 to 200 feet wide to accommodate the tour
boats and larger commercial fishing vessels accessing the processing docks and"T" dock.
A common standard is 5 times the largest beam width for two-way traffic, (5 x 35 = 175
feet). Other access channels to the floats and launch ramps will be a minimum 100 feet,
which would accommodate vessels with beams up to 20 feet.
Fairways — The actual dimension of the fairway (the distance between the ends of slip
finger floats on adjacent docks) should consider several factors:
❑ Environmental (wind, waves and currents)
❑ Vessel maneuverability
❑ Boat handler experience
Wind is the most important environmental factor affecting moorage in Seward. Waves and
currents are not significant factors at the Seward Harbor. Currents during tidal exchange
are present, but are not considered significant. It is well known, due to the shape of
Resurrection Bay, that the winds blow either northerly or southerly and seldom from the
east or west. The slips are laid out in the north/south direction for this reason. The effect
of the wind on a boat will depend on the "sail" area presented to the wind, which will
usually be the greatest with the wind on the beam. The fairways are east/west,beam to the
winds. Vessels vary in their maneuverability. Twin-screw vessels and those with bow
thrusters can maneuver quite well in tight situations. Single screw vessels and most
sailboats are quite maneuverable moving forward,but can be notoriously bad when backing
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and can be significantly affected by winds. Boat handling skills also vary considerably.
The Seward Harbor has visitors from all skill levels from novice to expert boat handlers.
The current practice in the harbor is to allow boats to extend up to 4 feet beyond the slip
finger, which is presently included in the city code for the harbor. The common
engineering standard for fairway sizing is to make the clear distance between the boat
extremities no less than 1.5 times the longest boat length using that fairway. It is often
increased to 1.75 times the boat length if maneuvering conditions warrant. Larger vessels
50 feet and longer sometimes have fairway widths up to 2 times the vessel length. This
distance is needed to allow vessels to safely enter their slip and make turning movements.
The American Society of Civil Engineers"Planning and Design Guidelines for Small Craft
Harbors"recommends a minimum fairway width of 1.5 times the longest slip.
The minimum fairway widths for the Seward Harbor are set at 1.5 times the slip length
with no overhang. The new D-float that completed in April 2014 was designed with the
same dimensions (number of slips, size of slips, and width of fairway) as the dock that it
replaced.
With no vessel overhang from the slip fingers,the minimum fairway dimensions would be:
Table 7, Minimum Fairway Dimension
Slip Length (ft) 1.5 x L Fairway (ft)
60 90
50 75
40 60
32 48
Access channels to launch ramps will be a minimum 100 feet.
Slip Width—Boat sizes have changed over the past 20 plus years with the principle change
being the beam width. Slips in the Seward Harbor are doublewide to accommodate two
vessels between slip finger floats. The width depends on the vessels to be served,
environmental conditions and operator skills plus the judgment of the design engineer.
Generally, the minimum distance between slip finger floats has been taken as roughly 2.3
times the width of the vessel for double occupancy. Vessel beam width varies greatly;
however, correlations to boat length have been made by others based on statistical research
of boat manufacturer's data and inventory of Alaskan harbor users. The following table
provides guidelines for the stall spacing assuming the vessel is equal to the slip length.
Table 8, Stall Spacing Guidelines
Slip Length (ft) Slip Clear Spacing (ft, double)
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75 49.0
50 40.0
40 34.0
32 30.0
The clear spacing above exceeds the minimum values, however, they are considered
prudent due to the winds, vessel maneuverability, operator experience, presumption of
commercial use especially in the larger slips, variability in vessel beam and minimum
width fairways.
Interior Access Channel- The main channel running diagonally north-south in the central
part of the harbor is a minimum of 150 feet wide between X-Float and E-Float and 200
feet wide in other areas to accommodate the larger commercial fishing vessels accessing
the fish processing docks and "T"-dock. Access to launch ramps will be a minimum 100
feet,which would accommodate vessels with beams up to 20 feet. Widths would be larger
if possible. In this case, limited space makes the access width narrower than desired.
East Harbor Float La, o�A new marginal float, Z-Float, was built as close to the
breakwater as possible and extends to and beyond the angle point in the breakwater. It has
been proposed that Z-Float have five main floats with slips as shown in the following table.
Table 9,East Harbor Float System
See proposed layout at the end of Appendix A
Slip Size Number of Slips
32 36
40 22
50 18
60 8
100 5
120 1
Total Slips 90
Total Transient 1200 feet
A 600-foot section of the existing X-Float was relocated to the east harbor also. It parallels
the Z-Float and provides linear moorage for the larger commercial fishing vessels that are
not accommodated in the new slips. The remaining 150 feet of X-Float was left in place
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and the privately owned fuel dock was attached. The result was re-named R float. Neither
X-Float nor R-Float offer shore power for moored vessels.
Float Replacement Program- In 2010- 2011 the Harbor's contract engineer, URS,
completed an inspection of the docks in the Southwest area of the Harbor. The docks
included were A, B, C, D, G, and S and the South Launch Ramp. In 2014, D Float was
replaced at a total cost of approximately $2.2 Million. The State funded half of the cost of
the A, B, C, S, and a portion of G float replacement in 2017 and the remaining portion of
G, K and L-float were replaced in 2022
Float System Construction- The 2003 plan recommended concrete floats. However, the
floats that were installed during the period 2006-2022 have all been timber construction on
floatation tubs. The wooden docks are easier to repair and much better for snow removal.
The concrete floats E through J should be scheduled for replacement 2023
4.5 Float System Utilities
Potable Water
The Harbor staff is pleased with the design and
operation of the potable water system that were
installed on D, G, K, L, M,N, O,P and Q Floats. .
Plan review and certification to operate the public
water system is required from the State Department
of Environmental Conservation.
Fire Protection
The City of Seward has adopted the International Potable water Riser
Fire Code (IFC) and associated State amendments
as the model code for fire protection standards. The IFC
essentially requires a standpipe type fire protection system.
In addition to the IFC, the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) has several standards that must be
considered. The following NFPA standards apply:
❑ NFPA 303, Marinas and Boat Yards
❑ NFPA 307, Construction and Fire Protection of
Marine Terminals, Piers and Wharves,
❑ NFPA 14, Standpipe and Hose Systems
On Float Fire Valve
The existing replacement floats followed the above codes and standards. The fire
protection system for new or replaced floats and refurbished docks will also follow these
same codes and standards. The codes and standards will again be reviewed along with
experience with the existing new system during the final design stage. A dry standpipe
system is recommended.
Sewer System
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The harbor is taking steps to make the boat pump-out stations more user friendly.
Specifically, the use of tokens is being eliminated, so that customers won't need to go to
the office before using the pump-out stations. The State of Alaska has federal grant funds
that can be used on a 75% matching basis in order to improve pump-out facilities. The
harbor currently has 3 sewer pump out systems located on Q and Z-float, E and F have
several location located on the floats.
Power and Lighting
Most new boat slips will be configured with shore power. Power
configurations will vary with 120 volt,30 ampere,single phase;208
volt, 30 ampere, single phase; and 208/120 volt, 50 ampere, three
phase. Special configurations have been installed for large vessels.
There are a number of shore power pedestals that supply more than
one voltage configuration.
All power will be served from utility transformers on shore, near
the pedestrian approaches to the harbor. Power distribution cables
will be routed beneath the approaches,down the gangways,and into
the float distribution panels.
All shore power pedestals are new. The Harbor staff is pleased with
the power pedestals that were installed on M,N, O,P, and Q Floats.
On A, B, C, D, K and L Float the water faucets were incorporated Power Pedestal with
into the power pedestals. Both duplex style units, intended to be Light
located midway between slip floats, and single style units will be
considered. Energy consumption is monitored at each pedestal and billed to the customer,
accordingly. The pedestals will be configured with digital style meters. The receptacles
specified for the pedestals will be conventional locking style as stipulated by the National
Electrical Code. Circuit breakers will be "bolt-on" style to minimize corrosion at their
connection to the terminals.
During 2014 several harbors in Southeast Alaska experienced problems with the
implementation of the new Electric Code requirements for Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupters (GFCI) on docks. These new systems will trip with a very slight amount of
stray current. Some vessels owners at these SE harbors installed new isolation transformers
to eliminate stray current.
Lighting will be integrated into the shore-tie pedestal to maintain consistency with the
North Harbor installation. This design has proven to be cost effective and efficient. The
luminaries are mounted at a height of about 4-feet above the deck. All the luminaries were
switched from metal halide lamps to LED bulbs with good life expectancy qualities.
Additional LED luminaries have been installed on the approaches and gangways.
4.6 Gangways and Trestles
New or newly remodeled inner harbor facilities are required to be compliant with the
Americans With Disabilities Act(ADA) rules and guidance published in September 2002.
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At a minimum, 80-foot gangways, similar to those installed at B, D, E, F, J, Q, S, X, Z-
Floats and the fish cleaning station located at the Northeast launch ramp., will be provided
at pedestrian access points to the float system. Timber trestles have been designed to
accept the new gangways.
The new gangways are in place at
B S and the new fish cleaning float
at the Northeast Launch Ramp only
r% R-dock gangway will not meet
ADA requirements.
4.7 Launch Ramps
New Aluminum Gangway-J Dock at Extreme The North East launch ramp was
High Tide completed in 2022. With the
completion of the new launch ramp
the North East Fish Cleaning Station was located adj acent to the launch ramp to leave better
access for vessels to load and unload off of the trailers. Meanwhile the sewage pump-out
at that location was disassembled and abandoned. At the other end of the harbor,the South
West launch ramp was replaced in 2018.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game used federal Sport Fish Restoration funds to re-
build both boat ramps. ADF&G paid 100%for the design cost for both boat ramps. The
construction costs was shared at a ratio of 75%to 25%. One consideration is that the grant
agency requires a minimum number of boat/trailer parking stalls in order to qualify for
grant funding, which was integrated into the design.
4.8 Parking Areas
South Harbor Uplands-A set of restrooms (2007) and a new Mariner's Memorial (2012-
2014) were built in the South Harbor uplands. The City's recycling bin is also located in
the area. In 2014, the parking department installed a paved road surface that leads up to
the parking area. With the 2014 WRDA bill the Navigational Servitude, issue has been
federally resolved and so the Corps of Engineers will no longer restrict commercial
development in this area. This area also may be ideal for a new convention center or
harbormaster office. It will be important to strive for the proper balance between
commercial development and parking.
There are 80 truck&trailer stalls and 60 single car stalls in the South Harbor Uplands. The
Uplands is the City's default parking area for the truck&trailers, although they are allowed
to park across the street in the South Lot. The parking fee is different in the two locations:
$20 oversize rate in the South Lot compared to $10 flat rate on the Uplands.
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Northeast Parking Area - In 2012 the new Coast Guard Station and Army Resort
Dispatch building were built in this area. In 2022,new pavement was added. The Northeast
parking area has 93 truck&trailer stalls and 54 stalls for single cars (180 Total).
The restrooms in this area are the most primitive in the harbor and should be scheduled for
upgrade within the next 5 years.
4.9 Travelift® and Maintenance Area
The northwesterly quadrant of the harbor was re-built in 2008. This included moving the
location of the travel lift and strengthening both I and T docks. New pavement was placed
in this area in 2013.
4.10 Public Crane
A preliminary design report looked at two possible location and two sizes of cranes. Further
discussion, along with public testimony, resulted in a unanimously passed PACAB
Resolution, 2014-01, approving design and construction of an 8 ton crane to be located at
the end of I dock. The alternative suggested by the administration was a 5 ton crane located
on the old Travel Lift Dock 1-dock. The purpose of either of these projects would be for
mariners to load and unload fish and gear. The city has hired Moffatt and Nichol to design
a five ton crane on 1-dock,it is currently at 95%design waiting on finding a funding source
to have it installed.
4.11 Wash Down Facility
A new wash down facility in the area of the Travelift has been design by PND engineers
the city has currently applied for a grant through the 2022 Port Infrastructure Development
program(PIDP)this would benefit harbor users by offering a convenient way to clean their
boats. And since potential contaminants would be captured for proper disposal,the facility
would also be good for the environment. A wash down facility was built at SMIC in 2013
and the harbor staff is refining operational techniques. The pressure washing equipment is
mounted on a trailer and it could be used at both SMIC and the Boat Harbor if a slab with
containment was built.
4.12 Drive Down Float
A new drive down float is proposed for the northeast corner of the harbor,just to the north
of the NE launch ramps. The drive down float would provide access for boats to load and
unload supplies and equipment or do minor maintenance. Only temporary short term
mooring would be permitted and no overnight mooring. The float would be 60 feet wide
by 100-feet long, held in place by steel piling and have an approximately 100 foot steel
bridge/gangway accessing the NE parking area. The float and bridge would be similar to
the drive down dock in Sitka, Alaska, which is heavily used by boats.
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4.13 Tidal Grid
The harbor did have a tidal grid in the northeast corner until the flood in the fall of 1995.
At that time, the grid was buried by sediment washed into the basin by the flood. The grid
was never uncovered, primarily because of the high cost of potential contaminated soil
disposal. It is possible that state matching grant funds may be used to construct a new grid.
A tidal grid is proposed to be installed between I dock and the Travelift in the NW quadrant
of the harbor. Accessibility from both land and water exist at this site, and similar working
infrastructure already exists on both sides. An alternative location with more room is the
currently unused North East corner of the harbor area between the east side of the T dock
and the NE Boat Ramp/Fish Cleaning Station.
4.14 Fish Cleaning Facilities
The harbor has replaced the fish cleaning station in the NE corner of the harbor. The new
fish cleaning station is located off of the trestle north of the boat launch. This will improve
these facilities for this quadrant of the harbor.
4.15 Restroom Facilities
The harbormaster office restrooms were remodeled during the winter of 2013-2014 using
monies from the State Commercial Passenger Vessel (CPV) funds. A second shower was
added to the women's side of the restrooms and the restrooms are fully ADA compliant.
A new restroom facility should be located somewhere in the North Harbor area, possibly
by Napa in the Northeast corner of the parking lot.
4.16 ADA Accessible Fishing Pier
An ADA accessible fishing pier is planned for the south side of the south parking fill in the
vicinity of Scheffler creek flowing into the bay from the lagoon. The rocky slope
configuration of the beach restricts the handicapped from fishing in this area. Specific
plans have not been developed, but the pier is envisioned as a"T" shape end with railings
designed to allow wheelchair bound people the opportunity to fish. The pier will R4-8!e
provide an observation location for the public to watch the fishing action and boats entering
and leaving the harbor. The design will also require special considerations for its location
within the heavy wave zone.
4.17 Harbormaster's Office and Shop
The existing harbormaster's office and shop is located in the center of the harbor tourist
and business area. The building is still functional, but could use significant remodeling
and code and safety upgrades. In 2014 a new paint job was applied to the roof of the
building which was starting to rust all over. Locate a new Harbormasters office on the
South Harbor Uplands. It is currently one of our Legislative Priorities.
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4.18 Develop the South Harbor uplands
Look at prioritizing in moving the electric into the utility right of way and have the entire
area re-platted to accommodate retail shops/offices and a new Harbormasters Office.
5.0 Accessibility
5.1 Background
The Americans with Disability Act(ADA)rules for marinas were established in 2002 and
revised in 2010. The rules are administered by the United States Access Board in section
1003 Recreational Boating Facilities.
5.2 Accessible Routes
Surrounding the Seward Harbor are parking lots with many designated ADA parking stalls
in close proximity to the docks.
The Seward Harbor has replaced most of its gangways to meet ADA standards. Those
standards require gangways that are at least 80 feet long and 5 feet wide. The following
seven gangways are fully compliant: B, D, E, F, J, M-Q, S, X, and Z. The only gangway:
that is not compliant is R-float..
5.3 Boat Slips
Only the new and rebuilt portions of the harbor are required to meet ADA standards. All
the floats in the harbor have ADA compliant slips.
Accessible boat slips must have a surface five feet wide without any barriers that limit
access. In Seward the newer docks listed above have five foot wide fingers that provide
the necessary access in order to meet this requirement. On the other hand, linear moorage
in Seward generally has bull rails that disqualify linear moorage for ADA consideration.
For example,the harbor has at least three designated ADA slips, with signs, located at: the
first space on A, B, C, D-float, M-1, and N-2 and two locations on K and L-float and 1 on
Z-float. Apparently these slips have been designated due to the proximity to parking and
the boat ramp,but in each slip the existing bull rails disqualify those ADA slips. The rules
do allow that a five foot wide opening every ten feet of linear dock qualifies as ADA
moorage.
The Seward Harbor has 578 slips of various sizes and almost 6303 linear feet of side-tie
moorage. According to the rules, the 6303 linear feet is the equivalent of 157 slips. Thus
Seward has a total slip equivalent of 735 =578 + 157. The ADA rules prescribe how many
accessible slips are required based on the total number of slips in the marina. Marinas
having between 701 and 800 slips are required to have a minimum of 10 accessible slips.
The accessible slips should be of various sizes and dispersed throughout the accessible
portions of the marina. A marina does not have to provide more accessible slips than
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required. Accessible slips do not need to be marked and are not reserved in the same
way as vehicle parking spaces.
Facilities should hold the accessible slips open for persons with disabilities until all
other slips are filled. At that point, the slip may be made available for general use.
For seasonal slip holders, accessible slips should be held until the expiration period
for slip contracts has expired. Marina operators may choose to make information
regarding accessible boat slips available in promotional material or a facility guide.
Ensuring that accessible slips are available to persons with disabilities is an
operational issue and operators should contact the Department of Justice for further
information. NOTE: The words in the bold font above are directly quoted from the
Access Board's guide booklet, "Accessible Boating Facilities".
5.4 Upland Facilities
In 2014 newly remodeled restrooms and water fountains at the Seward Boat Harbor meet
all ADA requirements.
6.0 Plan Implementation
Future projects will be completed incrementally in phases. Implementation of each phase
will include the following normal operating procedure.
❑ A phase will be identified by the Harbormaster and his staff
❑ The Port and Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) will review and approve the
phase, recommending it to the City Council,
❑ The City Council will review and approve the phase and funding
Public input will be a part of the process during public meetings at both the PACAB and
City Council stages prior to final approval for construction.
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APPROVAL OF TIIL 51-WARD 130AT ItARPA)R PLAN
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Dccclllbcr�, 2014 with city staff co coatinue updating and firpimiaag tilt Seward Bait Harbor
Plan: and
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
From: Jodi Kurtz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Item: Non-Objection to New Liquor License Application
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council has the opportunity to object this new Liquor License for the following
business:
Business: Stoney Creek Tap House
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Type: Brewery
License: 6167
The City of Seward Police Department, Fire Department, Finance Department, and the Kenai
Peninsula Borough have no objections to the liquor license for this business.
FISCAL NOTE:
In the event the City of Seward chooses to file a protest for the above liquor license, then under
Alaska Statutes the City of Seward will be required to assist in or undertake the defense of its
protest.
RECOMMENDATION:
Non-objection to the new liquor license for Stoney Creek Tap House, Orca Life LLC 96167,
Brewery.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: November 7, 2023
To: Naneth Ambrosiani Finance/Leases
John Rymer Finance/Public Utilities
Chief Alan Nickell Police Department
Chief Clinton Crites Fire Department
From: Jodi Kurtz, Deputy City Clerk
RE: Verifying Compliance for a NEW Liquor License Application
The following business has applied for this new liquor license. Please review for
compliance with all utilities, lease payments and assessments. Thank you.
Name of Business: Stoney Creek Tap House
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Type of License: Brewery
License Number: 6167
De artment Status Initials
Finance/Leases (3i11 �la�l� kill ei, 11 rpS toy Li
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Finance/Utilities ,/C �� r
Police Chief CIJ ��l7t'�3 to 3►vs
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Fire Chief i0/t'G4r Lv,'/1 /7Y,edJJ Qd,O/y '�� �! ✓� 'ol.�� �Otr �
/1'00- +0 Qh'/ I*ihd VCa4' am Co., OLL✓/OANCy
Deadline for Protest: December 11, 2023 (60 days from receipt of notification)
Last Council Meeting for Non-Objection: December 11, 2023
RETURN TO CITY CLERK no later than Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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oFrTy�� THE STATE Department of Commerce, Community,
and Economic Development
a Of ALAS� ALCOHOL& MARIJUANA CONTROL OFFICE
"'• 550 West 711 Avenue,Suite 1600
-- Anchorage,AK 99501
-- — - GOVERNOR MICHAEL J.DUNLEAVY Main:907.269.0350
°F wLws�'N
September 25, 2023
Kenai Peninsula Borough and City of Seward
Attn: Borough and City Clerks and Chairs
Via Email: micheleturner@kpb.us;tward@kpb.us; mienkins@kpb.us; nscarlett@kpb.us;
ciackinskv@kpb.us; rraidmae@kpb.us;slopez@kpb.us; bcarter@kpb.us;ibeauchamp@kpb.us;
License Type: Brewery and Winery License Number: 6167,6168
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Doing Business As: Stoney Creek TapHouse and Stoney Creek CiderHouse
Premises Address: 1716 Leirer Rd
® New Application ❑Transfer of Ownership Application
❑Transfer of Location Application ❑Transfer of Controlling Interest Application
We have received a completed application for the above listed license (see attached application
documents)within your jurisdiction.This is the notice required under AS O4.11.480.
A local governing body may protest the approval of an application(s) pursuant to AS O4.11.480 by
furnishing the director and the applicant with a clear and concise written statement of reasons for the
protest within 60 days of receipt of this notice,and by allowing the applicant a reasonable opportunity to
defend the application before a meeting of the local governing body,as required by 3 AAC 304.145(d). If
a protest is filed,the board will deny the application unless the board finds that the protest is arbitrary,
capricious, and unreasonable.To protest the application referenced above, please submit your protest
within 60 days and show proof of service upon the applicant.
AS O4.11.491—AS O4.11.509 provide that the board will deny a license application if the board finds that
the license is prohibited under as a result of an election conducted under AS O4.11.507.
AS O4.11.420 provides that the board will not issue a license when a local governing body protests an
application on the grounds that the applicant's proposed licensed premises are located in a place within
the local government where a local zoning ordinance prohibits the alcohol establishment,unless the
local government has approved a variance from the local ordinance.
Sincerely,
Joan Wilson
Director, ABC Board
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Office of Borough
m
o R o v G 144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna, Alaska 99669 • (907) 714-2160 • (907) 714-2388 Fax
Michele Turner, CIVIC
Borough Clerk
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Sent via email: clerk@citvofseward.net
Kris Peck, City Clerk
City of Seward
RE: Non-Objection of Application
Licensee/Applicant Orca Life LLC
Business Name Stoney Creek TapHouse
License Type Brewery
License Location 1716 Leirer Rd., City of Seward
License No. 6167
Application Type New Liquor License
Dear Mr. Peck,
CThis serves to advise that the Kenai Peninsula Borough has reviewed the above
referenced application and has no objection.
Should you have any questions, or need additional information, please do not hesitate
to let us know.
Sincerely,
Michele Turner, CMC
Borough Clerk
cc: stoneycreektaphouse@gmail.com;
mailto:amco.localgovernmentonly@alaska.gov
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AGENDA STATEMENT
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
From: Jodi Kurtz, Deputy City Clerk
Agenda Item: Non-Objection to New Liquor License Application
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION:
The Seward City Council has the opportunity to object this new license of the following
Liquor License for the following business:
Business: Stoney Creek Cider House
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Type: Winery
License: 6168
The City of Seward Police Department, Fire Department, Finance Department, and the Kenai
Peninsula Borough have no objections to the liquor license for this business.
FISCAL NOTE:
In the event the City of Seward chooses to file a protest for the above liquor license, then
under Alaska Statutes the City of Seward will be required to assist in or undertake the
defense of its protest.
RECOMMENDATION:
Non-objection to the new liquor license for Stoney Creek Cider House, Orca Life LLC
96168, Winery.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: November 7, 2023
To: Naneth Ambrosiani Finance/Leases
John Rymer Finance/Public Utilities
Chief Alan Nickell Police Department
Chief Clinton Crites Fire Department
From: Jodi Kurtz, Deputy City Clerk
RE: Verifying Compliance for a New Liquor License Application
The following busines has applied for a NEW liquor license. Please review for compliance with
all utilities lease payments and assessments. Thank you.
Name of Business: Stoney Creek Cider house
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Type of License: Brewery
License Number: 6168
Department Status Initials
Finance/Leases 1 t
Finance/Utilities c, Div
Police Chief
Ace-
Fire Chief/`}4"I ce..of i I ht�o! -�c. ggol y {o r 4 x&"Amf IL,J / eA"I'A
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ro r '} O 4hy rchac.a�iu� o t'evId"me y aA -/4"5 loci�li'oti .
Deadline for Protest: December 11, 2023 (60 days from receipt of notification)
Last Council Meeting for Non-Objection: December 11, 2023 G
RETURN TO CITY CLERK no later than Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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oFrTy�� THE STATE Department of Commerce, Community,
and Economic Development
a Of ALAS� ALCOHOL& MARIJUANA CONTROL OFFICE
"'• 550 West 711 Avenue,Suite 1600
-- Anchorage,AK 99501
-- — - GOVERNOR MICHAEL J.DUNLEAVY Main:907.269.0350
°F wLws�'N
September 25, 2023
Kenai Peninsula Borough and City of Seward
Attn: Borough and City Clerks and Chairs
Via Email: micheleturner@kpb.us;tward@kpb.us; mienkins@kpb.us; nscarlett@kpb.us;
ciackinskv@kpb.us; rraidmae@kpb.us;slopez@kpb.us; bcarter@kpb.us;ibeauchamp@kpb.us;
License Type: Brewery and Winery License Number: 6167,6168
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Doing Business As: Stoney Creek TapHouse and Stoney Creek CiderHouse
Premises Address: 1716 Leirer Rd
® New Application ❑Transfer of Ownership Application
❑Transfer of Location Application ❑Transfer of Controlling Interest Application
We have received a completed application for the above listed license (see attached application
documents)within your jurisdiction.This is the notice required under AS O4.11.480.
A local governing body may protest the approval of an application(s) pursuant to AS O4.11.480 by
furnishing the director and the applicant with a clear and concise written statement of reasons for the
protest within 60 days of receipt of this notice,and by allowing the applicant a reasonable opportunity to
defend the application before a meeting of the local governing body,as required by 3 AAC 304.145(d). If
a protest is filed,the board will deny the application unless the board finds that the protest is arbitrary,
capricious, and unreasonable.To protest the application referenced above, please submit your protest
within 60 days and show proof of service upon the applicant.
AS O4.11.491—AS O4.11.509 provide that the board will deny a license application if the board finds that
the license is prohibited under as a result of an election conducted under AS O4.11.507.
AS O4.11.420 provides that the board will not issue a license when a local governing body protests an
application on the grounds that the applicant's proposed licensed premises are located in a place within
the local government where a local zoning ordinance prohibits the alcohol establishment,unless the
local government has approved a variance from the local ordinance.
Sincerely,
Joan Wilson
Director, ABC Board
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of+Tye Department of Commerce, Community,
THE STATE
and Economic Development
ALCOHOL& MARIJUANA CONTROL OFFICE
OfALASKA S50 West 7"Avenue,Suite 1600
Anchorage,AK 99501
GOVERNOR MICHAEL J.DUNLEAVY Main:907.269.0350
OF A LA
September 25,2023
Kenai Peninsula Borough and City of Seward
Attn: Borough and City Clerks and Chairs
Via Email: micheleturner@kpb.us;tward@kpb.us; mienkins@kpb.us; nscarlett@kpb.us;
ciackinskv@kpb.us; rraidmae@kpb.us;slopez@kpb.us; bcarter@kpb.us; ibeauchamp@kpb.us;
License Type: Brewery and Winery License Number: 6167, 6168
Licensee: Orca Life LLC
Doing Business As: Stoney Creek TapHouse and Stoney Creek CiderHouse
Premises Address: 1716 Leirer Rd
® New Application ❑Transfer of Ownership Application
❑Transfer of Location Application ❑Transfer of Controlling Interest Application
We have received a completed application for the above listed license (see attached application
documents)within your jurisdiction.This is the notice required under AS O4.11.480.
A local governing body may protest the approval of an application(s) pursuant to AS O4.11.480 by
furnishing the director and the applicant with a clear and concise written statement of reasons for the
protest within 60 days of receipt of this notice,and by allowing the applicant a reasonable opportunity to
defend the application before a meeting of the local governing body,as required by 3 AAC 304.145(d). If
a protest is filed,the board will deny the application unless the board finds that the protest is arbitrary,
capricious, and unreasonable.To protest the application referenced above, please submit your protest
within 60 days and show proof of service upon the applicant.
AS 04.11.491—AS O4.11.509 provide that the board will deny a license application if the board finds that
the license is prohibited under as a result of an election conducted under AS O4.11.507.
AS O4.11.420 provides that the board will not issue a license when a local governing body protests an
application on the grounds that the applicant's proposed licensed premises are located in a place within
the local government where a local zoning ordinance prohibits the alcohol establishment, unless the
local government has approved a variance from the local ordinance.
Sincerely,
Joan Wilson
Director, ABC Board
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PEN/,VJG`
Office of Borough
e
144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna,Alaska 99669 • (907) 714-2160 • (907) 714-2388 Fax
Michele Turner, CIVIC
Borough Clerk
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Sent via email: clerk@cityofseward.net
Kris Peck, City Clerk
City of Seward
RE: Non-Objection of Application
Licensee/Applicant Orca Life LLC
Business Name Stoney Creek CiderHouse
License Type Winery
License Location 1716 Leirer Rd., City of Seward
License No. 6168
Application Type New Liquor License
Dear Mr. Peck,
This serves to advise that the Kenai Peninsula Borough has reviewed the above
referenced application and has no objection.
Should you have any questions, or need additional information, please do not hesitate
to let us know.
Sincerely,
Michele Turner, CMC
Borough Clerk
cc: stoneycreektaphouse@gmail.com;
mailto:amco.localgovernmentonly@alaska.gov
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Resolution 2023-125
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending the Kenia Peninsula Borough
Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond
Subdivision, Replat Number 1, Lot 10A: Located at 905 Sea
Lion Avenue; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat
Number 7, Lots l0A and 10A-2
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
Resolution 2023-125
• Attachments:
o Plat Application
o Letter of Authorization
o Property map
o Preliminary Plat
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Planning &Zoning Commission
Subject: Resolution 2023-125: Recommending The Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of
the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 1, Lot 10A;
Located at 905 Sea Lion Avenue; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat
Number 7, Lots 10A-1 and 10A-2
Background and justification:
Attached for the Council's review and recommendation to the 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 10A. On August 4t'', 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.
On November 7, 2023, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution 2023-019,
recommending approval of the Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 7, Lots 10A-1 and 10A-2.
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 10A-1 will be 1.40 acres(60,992 sq. ft.) and Lot 10A-2 will be 0.716 acres (31,180 sq. ft.)
Utilities: All city utilities are already available to be easily connected to the property.
Existing Use: The parcel is currently vacant and has a 100' wide utility easement running east to west on
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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 Plan: Vol 1, Chapter 3.1.1.4 "Support and encourage the growth of business."
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
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0
This legislation(✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
✓ Has no fiscal impact
Funds are(✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
✓ Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking EWater F1 Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note: amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
Yes Attorney Signature:
✓ Not applicable Comments:
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Administration Recommendation
eAdopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Planning and Zoning Commission
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-125
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, RECOMMENDING THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF FORT RAYMOND
SUBDIVISION, REPLAT NUMBER 1, LOT 10A; LOCATED AT 905 SEA
LION AVENUE; 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 by the City Council and recommendation to the
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 10A 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, on November 7, 2023, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
approved Resolution 2023-019, recommending approval of the Fort Raymond subdivision, Replat
Number 7, Lots 10A-1 and 10A-2; and
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-125
WHEREAS, City Code §16.01.015(B) states that no preliminary plat of city-owned
property may be approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough planning commission without prior
consent of the City Council.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The Council hereby recommends that, in accordance with Seward City Code
Section 16.01.015 (B), the 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 City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 271'
day of November 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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410 Adams St,Seward,Alaska 99664 •(907)224-4048 • (907) 224-402,rt
or email: planning@cityofseward.net
PRELIMINARY PLAT SUBMITTAL FORM
❑✓ PRELIMINARY PLAT ❑REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT(no fee required)
F_JPHASED 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 10A, Fort Raymond Subdivision Replat No. 1, Plat 87-12
Section,Township,Range Sec. 34 T1N R1W SM AK
General area description East of Dimond Blvd By Electrical Facilities West of Seward High
City Seward Total Acreage 2.116
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@aklands.com
PROPOSED WASTEWATER AND WATER SUPPLY
WASTEWATER on siteZCity WATER Qon siteFCity
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.
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: stacVaaklands.com
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
RECEIVED BY DATE SUINtgD Receipt #
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
C. 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 Subdivisi�rplat No. 7 Date 10-9-23
Letter of Authorization
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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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Resolution 2023-126
A Resolution of The City Council of the City of Seward,
Alaska, Recommending The Kenai Peninsula Borough
Approval of the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond
Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4: Located at 605 Sea
Lion Avenue; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat
Number 6, Lots 6A-5 and 6A-6
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-126
• Attachments:
o Plat Application
o Letter of Authorization
o Property Map
o Preliminary Plat
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City Council Agenda Statement
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Planning& Zoning Commission
Subject: Resolution 2023-126: Recommending The Kenai Peninsula Borough Approval of
the Preliminary Plat of Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 5, Lot 6A-4;
Located at 605 Sea Lion Avenue; Creating Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat
Number 6, Lots 6A-5 and 6A-6.
Background and justification:
Attached for the Council's review and recommendation to the 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.
On November 7, 2023, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution 2023-018
recommending approval of the Fort Raymond Subdivision, Replat Number 6, Lots 6A-5 and 6A-6.
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.
Existing 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.
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.
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FloodZone: According to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Floodplain map,the parcels are not within aFEMA
mapped flood zone.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with(citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: Vol 1, Chapter 3.6.1.1 "Continue to protect and preserve all city parks."
Strategic Plan: N/A
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: S 0
This legislation(✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
✓ Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
✓ Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking Water Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note: amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
Yes Attorney Signature:
✓ Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
�✓ Adopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Planning& Zoning Commission
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-126
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, RECOMMENDING THE KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH
APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF FORT RAYMOND
SUBDIVISION, REPLAT NUMBER 5, LOT 6A-4; LOCATED AT 605 SEA
LION AVENUE; 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 by the City Council and recommendation to the 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
WHEREAS, on November 7, 2023, the Seward Planning and Zoning Commission
approved Resolution 2023-018 recommending the approval of the Fort Raymond Subdivision,
Replat Number 6, Lots 6A-5 and 6A-6; and
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-126
WHEREAS, City Code §16.01.015(B) states that no preliminary plat of city-owned
property may be approved by the Kenai Peninsula Borough planning commission without prior
consent of the City Council.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby recommends that, in accordance with Seward City
Code Section 16.01.015 (B), the 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 City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 271'
day of November 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
178
AiwCommunity 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)
F_JPHASED 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 T1N R1W SM AK
General area description Ball field Electrical Facilites 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@aklands.com
PROPOSED WASTEWATER AND WATER SUPPLY
WASTEWATER on siteZCity WATER Qon siteFCity
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 �l
Phone: 907-744-LAND e-mail: stac akl nds.com ¢�
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
Name(printed): Signature:
Phone: e-mail:
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
RECEIVED BY DATE SUIN fgD Receipt #
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
C. 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 Subdiyisi�%y %plat No. 6 Date 10-9-23
Letter of Authorization
VN S-C VA , am the owner or authorized agent of Lot 6A-4, Fort
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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AGENDA STATEMENT
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
RECONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION 2023-124
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
From: Kris Peck, City Clerk
Agenda Item: Guidelines for Reconsideration of Resolution 2023-124
BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION
On November 13, 2023, city council failed Resolution 2023-124: Supporting The Brown &
Hawkins Fire Suppression System Project For The Historical Building Located At 205, 207&209
Fourth Avenue And Recommending The City Manager Accept And Administer Federal Funding
Provided By The Alaska Department Of Natural Resources
On November 14,2023,the city clerk received a written request from Council Member Barnwell to
reconsider the resolution. Council Member Barnwell voted on the prevailing side,and submitted the
request prior to 5:00 p.m. on November 14, 2023, and so the request is considered timely and
acceptable.
PROCEDURE FOR RECONSIDERATION
Seward City Code 2.10.065 (e) Reconsideration.
A motion to reconsider may be applied to any ordinance,resolution or action of the council and has
precedence over all motions except the motion to adjourn.
(1) A councilmember may make a motion to reconsider only if:
a. The councilmember voted on the prevailing side on the question to be reconsidered;
b. The councilmember makes the motion to reconsider on the same day and at the same
meeting at which the vote to be reconsidered was taken; or
c. The councilmember files with the clerk not later than 5:00 p.m. on the first city business
day following the day on which the vote was taken a notice of intent to reconsider and then
makes the motion to reconsider at the next regular council meeting. The councilmember
may file by telephone provided that the notice of intent to reconsider is signed before the
motion is considered.
(2) A motion for reconsideration requires a two-thirds vote to carry.
(3) For the purposes of this section, a council meeting which is recessed and reconvened on a
different day shall constitute one meeting. The reconvened session of such a meeting shall not
constitute the next regular council meeting as that term is used in this section.
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(4)Only one motion to reconsider shall be entertained on any ordinance,resolution or other action
even if the council overturns the original action. If a motion to reconsider a particular ordinance,
resolution or other action fails,a second motion to reconsider the same action shall not be in order.
(5)Actions which may not be reconsidered. The following motions may not be reconsidered:
a. A motion which can be renewed within a reasonable time;
b. An affirmative vote whose provisions have been partly carried out;
c. An affirmative vote in the nature of a contract when the party to the contract has been
notified of the outcome;
d. Any vote which has caused something to be done which it is impossible to undo;
e. A vote on a motion to reconsider; or
f. When practically the same result can be obtained by some other parliamentary motion.
GUIDELINES FOR THE MOTION TO RECONSIDER
1. Motion to Reconsider
2. Second
3. Discussion is allowed on the motion to reconsider(not on the merits of the resolution)
4. Vote must pass by 2/3 to carry
REFERENCE
2/3 Vote Chart
7 council= 5 votes
6 council=4 votes
5 council=4 votes
4 council= 3 votes
If the motion to reconsider is approved,the resolution will go back on the floor in its last state prior
to the final vote on the main motion. It can then be amended.
If the motion to reconsider fails, the resolution stands.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS - RECONSIDERATION
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Resolution 2023-124
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE BROWN & HAWKINS FIRE SUPPRESSION
SYSTEM PROJECT FOR THE HISTORICAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 205,
207 & 209 FOURTH AVENUE AND RECOMMENDING THE CITY
MANAGER ACCEPT AND ADMINISTER FEDERAL FUNDING PROVIDED
BY THE ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-124
• Attachments:
o Memorandum of Understanding
o CLG Grant Application
o Historic Preservation Commission Resolution 2023-003
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City Council Agenda Statement .
Meeting Date: November 13, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Historic Preservation Commission
From: City Clerk
Subject: Resolution 2023-123: Supporting The Brown& Hawkins Fire Suppression
System Project For The Historical Building Located At 205, 207 & 209
Fourth Avenue And Recommending The City Manager Accept And
Administer Federal Funding Provided By The Alaska Department Of Natural
Resources
Background and justification:
Historic Preservation Commission held a Special Meeting on October 19, 2023 and approved
Resolution 2023-003: A Resolution Of The Historic Preservation Commission Of The City Of
Seward, Alaska, Supporting The Brown & Hawkins Fire Suppression System Project For The
Historical Building Located At 205, 207 & 209 Fourth Avenue And Recommending The City
Manager Accept And Administer Federal Funding Provided By The Alaska Department Of Natural
Resources
This resolution is now being brought forward to City Council for approval.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with (citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan:
Strategic Plan:
Other:
Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 50,000
This legislation (✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
x Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s): Fund to be created
Not budgeted
x Not applicable
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Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund (✓):03000-1210-8103
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking F1 Water Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note:amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance 10/31/23. $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
RYes Attorney Signature:
X Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
Adopt
Resolution
x Other: N/A
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Sponsored by: Historic Preservation Commission
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2023-124
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE BROWN & HAWKINS FIRE
SUPPRESSION SYSTEM PROJECT FOR THE HISTORICAL BUILDING
LOCATED AT 205,207 & 209 FOURTH AVENUE AND RECOMMENDING
THE CITY MANAGER ACCEPT AND ADMINISTER FEDERAL
FUNDING PROVIDED BY THE ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL
RESOURCES
WHEREAS, Brown & Hawkins was founded in 1903 by TW Hawkins and Charles
E. Brown as a mercantile and grocery store that provided settlers with supplies; and
WHEREAS, one of Alaska's first banks was operated in Brown & Hawkins which to this
day remains preserved within the buildings along with many other stories of not only Seward's
history, but Alaska's and the Nation's history as well; and
WHEREAS, the recent fire in Lahaina, Hawaii has touched home to Seward as we
remember and never forget our own history of when the east side of Fourth Avenue entirely burnt
down as the code and construction of our historic buildings leave our history vulnerable; and
WHEREAS, Brown & Hawkins is recognized by The United States and the State as it is
recorded on the Nation's Register of Historic Places, the State's Register of Historic Places, and
Seward's list of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, Brown&Hawkins recently was selected by the National Parks Service for a
Historic American Building's Survey (HABS)that will be completed November 2023, and the
survey will be recorded in the Nation's Library of Congress; and
WHEREAS, Brown and Hawkins hosted President Harding in 1923 as well as President
Obama in Sweet Darlings in 2015; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward recognizes the importance and value of partnership
opportunities with local organizations and their United States and State governments; and
WHEREAS,the Darling Family Trust, owners of Brown& Hawkins,have requested bids
to install a fire suppression system at Brown& Hawkins Buildings; and
WHEREAS, three contractors have submitted bids to equipped 205, 207 and 209 Fourth
Avenue with a fire suppression system; and
WHEREAS, the Resurrection Bay Historical Society finds the project to greatly
contribute to the preservation of Seward's history and is sponsoring the project; and
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-124
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $337,844 of which $50,000 of the
project is to be federally funded through The Alaska Department of Natural Resources Certified
Local Government Grant(CLG)program; and
WHEREAS, to complete the CLG grant application, a City Council and Historic
Preservation Commission Resolution must be passed and approved; and
WHEREAS,the Historic Preservation Commission supports this project as it protects and
preserves Brown & Hawkins and it highly supports the preservation and safety of Seward's
history that is important to both The State of Alaska and The United States history; and
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA, that:
Section 1. The City Council directs the city manager to authorize and accept federal
funds from The Department of Natural Resources for the installation of a fire suppression
system located at 205, 207 & 209 Fourth Avenue.
Section 2. The City Council directs the city manager to authorize the city finance
department to withhold 2% of all funds received to cover the cost incurred to the City to process
the grant funding.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 13th
day of November, 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
THE CITY OF SEWARD
AND
THE DARLING FAMILYTRUST
The Darling Family Trust hereafter referred to as the Trust and the City of Seward hereafter referred to
as the City, enter a cooperative agreement for the city to sponsor the Brown & Hawkins fire suppression
project to apply for, administer and pass-through grant funding for the State Historic Preservation Office
(SHPO) Certified Local Government (CLG) grant for the installation of a fire suppression system in the
historic Brown & Hawkins buildings.
The City of Seward is a CLG that is eligible to receive grant funding for historic preservation. The City of
Seward appointed the Historic Preservation to work as an advisory board to the City Council to review
and make recommendations about local projects that preserve and protect Seward's history. The
Seward Historic Preservation Commission has identified the Brown & Hawkins fire suppression project
and recommends the Seward City Council direct the City Manager to sign CLG grant project application
submitted to SHPO and accept the federal funding as a pass through for the project.
The City of Seward is dedicated to promoting and protecting Seward's history.
It is mutually beneficial for the City and the Trust to work cooperatively to assure the continued
preservation of this valuable piece of history located in Seward's Historic Downtown as stated in The
City's 2017 Seward Historic Preservation Plan.
The parties, therefore, agree as follows:
The Darling Family Trust shall:
• Be named the sponsor for the project for purpose of being liable for the administering and
reporting of the grant
• Provide the staff and funding necessary to administer the project to completion.
The City of Seward shall:
• Sign and submit the completed grant application that has been reviewed by the Seward Historic
Preservation Commission and the National Park Service.
• Review and submit all grant reporting provided by The Darling Family Trust
• Accept and pass through CLG grant funds to The Darling Family Trust
The parties mutually agree that
• Following review by both parties,this agreement may be amended as necessary by mutual
consent of both parties.
• The term of this agreement shall commence November 13, 2023
• Either party may terminate this agreement by providing 180 days written notice. Unless
terminated by written notice, this agreement will remain in force.
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Kat Sorensen, City Manager Iris Darling, Trustee
City of Seward The Darling Family Trust
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CLG GRANT APPLICATION
Office of History&Archaeology
Alaska Department of Natural
Resources 550 West 7"Avenue, Suite
1310
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
FY23 Historic Preservation Fund: Grants for Certified Local Governments
Deadline: Applications are due by 3:00 pm on Friday, October 13,2023.
The Certified Local Government (CLG) identified below is applying for a reimbursable
60-40 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) matching grant through the State of Alaska,
Department of Natural Resources, Office of History and Archaeology.
CLG Name: Seward, Alaska
Project Title: Brown & Hawkins Fire Suppression System
Federal Tax Identification Number:
UEL• VCUST:
Type of CLG Grant Project: (Check project type below, as applicable)
x Development
Budget Summary. Federal Award Request: $ 5 0,0 0 0
a. Total Project Cost (TPC) $350,854
b. Federal Share (60%) $50,000
c. Sponsor Share(40%) $301,853
Source of applicant(sponsor) share: (Use figures from"Sources"box on budget form)
a. Cash $281,603
b. In-kind Goods and Services $5,250
c. Donated Goods and Services $ 15,000
Name,title and contact information for the following:
Grant Manager: Kat Sorensen
Mailing Address: Po Box 167
City, State, Zip: Seward, AK 99664
Telephone: (907) 362-1020
E-mail Address: ksorensen@cityofseward.net
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Preservation Commission Chair: Tanguy Libbrecht
Mailing Address: 7307 Bailey Drive
Anchorage, AK 99502
Telephone: 907-529-9709
E-mail Address: tylibbrecht(a�gmail.com
CLG Contact: Kat Sorensen
Mailing Address: PO Box 167
Seward, AK 99664
Telephone: (907) 362-1020
E-mail Address: ksorensenLcityofseward.net
Signature: Authorized Local Government Official Date
Kat Sorensen,City Manager
Seward, Alaska
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Willingness to Comply
with Grant Requirements
1. I understand that this is a 60-40 matching grant application through the Historic Preservation
Fund (HPF) administered by the State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Office of
History and Archaeology.
2. If awarded an HPF grant, I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with all
pertinent State and Federal regulations, the State-Local Grant Agreement, and requirements
outlined in the Historic Preservation Fund.• Certified Local Government Grants Manual.
3. Should this project be awarded, I understand that project records are subject to audit after
project completion, and that if such an audit questions expenditures for which I have been
reimbursed I will return an amount equal to the questioned expenditures.
4. I understand that no grant exists until the State Historic Preservation Officer(SHPO)signs
the State-Local Grant Agreement, even if the Alaska Historical Commission recommends
funds for my project. Any funds expended before the performance period specified on the
fully executed grant agreement or before obtaining the SHPO's signature may not be
reimbursed without specific approval.
Signature: Authorized Local Government Official Date
Kat Sorensen, Seward City Manager
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CLG GRANT APPLICATION: FY23
CLG: Seward, Alaska
Project Name: Brown & Hawkins Fire Suppression System Project
PROJECT INFORMATION See Writing a Successful CLG Application for more detail.
1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION—If needed, use continuation pages provided at the end of this
document.
a. Provide a brief introduction to your project including the aim, scope, and significance of the
project to your community.
The Brown&Hawkins Store (AHRS Site SEW-038) in Seward, Alaska consists of three buildings joined
together (205,207 and 209) on Fourth Avenue in Seward's Historic Downtown. The three buildings combined
total is 22,060 square feet. To ensure the long-term preservation of this significant component of Seward's
history, it is critical to install a fire suppression system.
A fire suppression system will ensure all future efforts to preserve this listed National Register of Historic
Places property will last well into the future. The recent fires in Lahaina, Hawaii, illustrate that historic
districts are vulnerable to fire, and we aim to prevent any fires at the Brown&Hawkins store with the
installation of this fire suppression system. This project will also help protect the surrounding businesses and
citizens of downtown Seward.
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b. List any previous HPF grants this project has received. (Cite HPF number and grant name)
None
c. Briefly describe the relationship of this project to past,present, or future preservation work.
Brown &Hawkins was built in 1903 as a commercial store and has been a family operated business ever
since. Owner T.W. Hawkins and his descendants all passionately promoted the community of Seward, its
growth and the long-term preservation of its downtown commercial area. The Brown&Hawkins buildings
retain a significant level of historic integrity including original craftsmanship and woodwork which help relay
the stories of the family's history, Seward's development and construction practices of that era.
Building codes have developed a lot since 1903. To bring a historic building up to the current code requires
adding layers of protection that were not available at the turn of the century. In some cases, efforts to
improve the fire resistance of a building cover up valuable history with layers of sheetrock or replace antiques
with contemporary equipment. A fire suppression system provides a level of fire protection that enables the
building to be used continuously while highlighting its history and significance to the community of Seward.
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2. PRESERVATION OBJECTIVES
How does the project relate to annual CLG grant priorities established for this fiscal year? (Cite relevant
grant priorities and explain how each relates to your project.) httns://dnr.alaska.gov/narks/oha/clg/akcla.htm
a.
The Brown&Hawkins fire suppression project fits into 3 of the 6 CLG grant priorities listed for the fiscal
year, 2023.
1. Projects that increase public awareness of historic preservation and establish partnerships to
strengthen their local historic program:
Today, Brown & Hawkins stands tall at the head of Resurrection Bay as a monument to Alaska's gateway- in
Seward's historic downtown. The Brown & Hawkins buildings have been recognized by Federal, State and
local governments as a significant historical building and they represent and bring awareness to Alaska's
history. Brown&Hawkins began as a one-story building in 1903 and has been preserved and restored to
resemble and reflect to the public its original completed build, circa 1910.
The project has been presented to Seward's Historic Preservation Commission, The Resurrection Bay
Historic Society(RBHS) and The Seward City Council. Through our efforts to gain support from our
Certified Local Government we have found this project has brought a great deal of awareness to the citizens,
City officials and City administration around the opportunities and partnerships that are available to
strengthen Seward's local historic programs. Seward's HP Commission has displayed enthusiasm and
overwhelming support as this project is aligned with many goals set forth in their 2017 Historic Preservation
Plan. Due to schedule conflicts, the RBHS board is currently reviewing the grant package and will make a
decision in the following weeks as to what capacity they can further support the project.
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b. How does the project relate to the goals and objectives of the State Historic Preservation
Plan. (Cite relevant goals and objectives and how your project would further them)
The State Historic Preservation Plan aims to:
"Identify new and strengthen current partnerships to preserve, protect, educate, and advocate for Alaska's
cultural resources". The Brown&Hawkins project can be emphasized as a cooperative agreement that
resulted in new partnerships and streamlined procedures. The Darling Family Trust was successful in creating
a partnership with The Resurrection Bay Historical Society to sponsor the project so the Seward Historic
Preservation Commission could recommend the City of Seward partner with a local nonprofit to help
preserve and protect a local asset. Through the process of partnering with a local nonprofit and bringing the
project through a legislative process, a set of guidelines were also presented and adopted for the benefit of
future historic preservation projects to also be guided and allowed equal opportunities to succeed. The local
partnerships and community of Seward along with the support and guidance of the State are just one of the
many ways Seward is recognized for its historical treasures- through artifacts, properties, stories and the
people.
"Promote the economic benefits of historic preservation. Partner with local entities, like the Chamber of
Commerce, to demonstrate how historic preservation impacts local economies.". The Darling Family Trust
has reached out to SHPO and have invoked a plan to partner with SHPO to present the Brown &Hawkins
project along with SHPO's presentation on how historic preservation can impact local economies at an
upcoming Chamber luncheon. (Continued on Continuation Page 2)
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c. Describe how the project meets an identified historic preservation priority of your community.
Does the project contribute to the implementation of your local historic preservation plan? If
so, how?
Under section 3.2, (page 6) Goals for Historic Preservation of Seward's 2017 Historic Preservation Plan
approved by Seward City Council there are 5 primary goals/priorities. (Plan is currently under revision)
1. Encourage community engagement to increase foot traffic and tourism which enhances the patronage of
local business.
2. Focus on preserving Seward's history while coordinating with other organizations.
3. Promote preservation in key areas through preserving traditions and landmarks.
4. Clarify and affirm the advisory role of the Commission in preservation.
5. Encourage adoption of local, borough and state historic incentives.
The Brown&Hawkins CLG grant application is particularly relevant to Goals 1, Goal 2 and Goal 3.
Goal 1: As stated in the 2017 HP Plan there are many reasons why a community preserves elements of their
past despite inevitable changes. Economically, the preservation of downtown historic areas increases foot
traffic and tourism which boosts the success of local businesses. This has always been important to Seward.
Brown &Hawkins was founded in 1903 by TW Hawkins and Charles E. Brown as a mercantile grocery store
providing newcomers with needed supplies. One of Alaska's first banks was operated in the Brown&
Hawkins building which to this day remains preserved within the building. The recent fire in Lahaina, Hawaii
has brought home to Seward the danger lurking downtown. In the early 1940's the east side of 4th Avenue
burned entirely down. The west side in which Brown &Hawkins is located still has the code and construction
of those early pioneer buildings. A fire suppression system would go a long way to protect not only the
Brown &Hawkins building but other adjacent businesses in the downtown historic district as well.
Goal 2: The National Park Service has nearly completed Historic American Building Survey(HABS)
records for the Brown and Hawkins Store including a history, large format photography and measured
drawings. The collection will be included in the collection at the Library of Congress when completed in
November 2023. The measured drawings have been instrumental in the planning efforts for the fire
suppression installation.
Goal 3: Preserving traditions and landmarks in key areas gives a sense of place that encourages community
building and allows residents, old, new and seasonal to create a connection with their surroundings. The
downtown historic commercial district is the beating heart of Seward. It has been since 1903. So much so that
the Seward Historic Walking Tour, also funded by a CLG grant, has a sign that says exactly that. At the
center of this beating heart is Brown&Hawkins, beloved not only by Seward but the entire State of Alaska.
Brown and Hawkins have hosted two American presidents. The first was President Harding on their balcony
in 1923. The second president more recently was President Obama in Sweet Darlings in 2015. It is important
that steps are taken to protect this incredible historic treasure. Again, fire is always a fear with these old
buildings and the sustainability of future restoration to the property will depend on having a fire suppression
system. A fire suppression system is a smart solution to protect and sustain future projects.
In conclusion to this section, with the huge success of the Historic Walking Tour, Seward is more and more
aware of the wonderful history these buildings represent. They are from a time when incredible people, like
Thomas Hawkins and Charles Brown carved a town from wilderness. They are a testament to the enduring
pioneer spirit of Alaskans, both then and now.
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3. PROJECT PERSONNEL- The Project Manager (PM) must have proven experience working on
historic preservation projects. If the project is a survey, inventory, or National Register nomination,
the PM must meet the professional qualification standards in 36 CFR 61. If not identified in this
application, the Office of History and Archaeology must review selection of Project Manager prior to
finalization of the contract with the individual.
a. Note who will act as Project Manager(PM). Attach the PM's resume showing past experience
working on preservation projects. List any previous HPF Projects the PM has worked on. (If
planning to contract with PMafter grant is awarded, outline the job qualifications that will be
required.)
National Park Service Historical Architect, John Watchel, will act as the Project Manager; resume attached.
Ristine Casagranda will act as the Assistant Project Manager(APM) to the Project Manager; resume is
attached. Once the grant is awarded, the APM will ensure the selected contractor and tradesmen have access
to the property. The APM will assist in coordinating electrician, plumber and carpenter to ensure all the finish
work is completed after the installation of the system has been finalized.
National Park Service Historical Architect, Grant Crosby, will assist with reviews of shop drawings and
equipment placement to ensure the building's character defining features are not diminished throughout the
course of the project. Grant is a registered Architect in the State of Alaska and is a technical committee
member for the National Fire Protection Association's NFPA 914: Code for the Protection of Historic
Structures.
b. Identify the local government personnel who will act as Grants Manager for the project.
Kat Sorensen, City of Seward City Manager.
Ks orenson(a�cityofs eward.net
(907) 362-1020
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c. Describe the local historic preservation commission's role in the project. Attach a resolution
from the commission supporting the project.
The Seward Historic Preservation Commission has been extremely supportive and enthusiastic of the project.
Maria Lewis, Architectural Historian and CLG Program Coordinator with The Alaska State Historic
Preservation Office and Office of History &Archaeology attended the Seward HP Commission's August
meeting to educate and assist the commission with community outreach and funding opportunities. At the
same August meeting, The Darling Family also was in attendance and shared their current preservation
projects, one of which was the fire suppression system project. The HP Commission of Seward agreed to
schedule a special meeting to vote on a resolution to support The Darling Family efforts through a CLG grant.
Seward's HP Commission has scheduled a special meeting for October 19, 2023 where they will bring
forward a resolution to recommend the City Council accept and pass through SHPO funding for the project.
d. Identify volunteer personnel and their tasks.
Volunteer staff is Assistant Project Manager, Ristine Casagranda. Tasks of the project APM are listed above
in question#3
Ristine also has volunteered all her time to write the grant, attend and present at HP and City Council
meetings, present to The Resurrection Bay Historical Society, draft Memorandums of Agreement for the
collaboration of local entities to work together as well as drafted legislation for both the HP and City Council
Resolutions. She will be working in the capacity of the Assistant Grant Manager to this project.
e. Identify any additional contractors to be used and expected duties.Attach resumes for all qualified
historic preservation professionals working on the project.
Metco will upgrade the water line to the building from the City's water main on Fourth Avenue. The selected
fire suppression installation contractor will tie the system into the City's main.
A contractor will be hired to pave and repair the sidewalk after excavation work is complete.
As of date, we have not selected the contractor to install the fire suppression system. We did, however, put
out a Request for Qualification (attached) and received qualified bids from three contractors out of
Anchorage. We meet with one of the contractors the second week of September and have scheduled to meet
with the other contractor on November 3", 2023. We intend to select a contractor no later than November 81n,
2023. Our financial projections are based on the two lowest bids received.
Brewi Enterprises will be hired for all plumbing not covered by Metco or the fire suppression contractor and
AC Electric will be hired for any electrical work that is outside the scope of work or the selected bid.
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4. WORK PLAN. Thoroughly address all items necessary for your project type. See Writing
Successful CLG Application for more detail. Use continuation sheets if needed.
a. Explain how the project will be undertaken.
The selected fire suppression contractor is the main contractor for the project and will be acting as the Project
Manager from the construction aspect of the project. The contractor will work with the City in the permitting
process and will also work directly with the APM to contract all other needed contractors on an as needed
basis. Attached are the 3 project quotes received and the scope of work is outlined in the quotes.
Ristine Casagranda will serve as the Assistant Project Manager and will be overseen by National Park Service
Historical Architect, John Wachtel, for the entire project to ensure the project is complete, as there are items
that the fire suppression contractors have clearly outlined in their quotes that are not included in their scope of
work- items such as excavating, paving, connecting to city water main, patching holes, painting pipes and
administering the grant.
Once the contractor completes the installation of the fire suppression system, APM will work with the
carpenter to ensure all the finish work is complete.
The connection to the City's main and final system testing will take place in the Spring as soon as the ground
is thawed.
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b. Describe the geographic area encompassed by the proposed project. For survey, inventory,
and National Register nomination projects, attach maps of the project area. Include the
estimated number of buildings, structures, sites, square miles, etc., to be addressed.
Brown &Hawkins is located in the Downtown Historic District of Seward, Alaska. It is in the Commercial
Business District Zone. There are restaurants, bars, gift shops, men and women's clothing retail, coffee
shops-just to name a few. Many of the surrounding buildings also have long term or short-term residential
units on the second floor. The Alaska Sea Life Center, Hoben Park and The National Park Service offices
located in the Sully Building are all familiar neighbors. Resurrection Bay is a half a block away and the
majestic mountains of the Chugach National Forrest paint the backdrop to the City's setting.
c. Cite any planning studies, condition assessments, design drawings, research reports,
publications, or other sources of relevant information you plan to use for this project.
Attached is the draft of the National Park Service Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS)
Attached are the drawings for the Fire Suppression System proposed layout and notes that were delivered to
all bidders of the project
Attached is The Request for Qualification that was sent out to all bidders
Attached are the bids that have been submitted to complete the project
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d. Provide a work schedule showing months, expected activities, and benchmarks to achieve
throughout the grant period of performance.
January 2, 2024 -Apply for city permits.
February 21, 2024 - Selected fire suppression contractor will begin work. The contractor will work closely
with the APM who will be working closely with Grant Crosby of NPS to ensure the system is installed
throughout the buildings with historic preservation kept as a top priority.
Piping will be installed to be the least distracting to the building's historical aesthetics and where possible
there will be brass fittings installed that will be in align with the era and history we seek to preserve. Other
piping will be painted to blend into the ceiling/walls in which they are located.
The submitted bids estimate their work will take approximately three weeks to finish. The Darling Family
intends to keep the two storefronts vacant until the project is complete to provide the space needed for the
contractor to work and to avoid having to potentially interfere with a tenant's belongings.
Brewi Enterprises and AC Electric will be available on a as needed basis to address any plumbing or
electrical needs that may surface and will act as a support to the fire suppression system contractor.
March 15, 2024- All necessary patching of wall or painting from the installation of piping will be addressed.
Once the ground unthaws in the Spring, Metco will be hired to do all necessary excavating, piping installation
and street and sidewalk pavement repair needed to connect the system to the City's water main.
Upon completion of connection to the city's water main, the selected contractor will return to test the system.
The project is slated to be completed by May 15th, 2023, or sooner-weather permitting.
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5. FINAL PRODUCTS
a. Describe publications,workshops,audio-visual materials,reports,websites,brochures,survey
materials, nominations, interpretive signs, etc., that will be produced as part of the proposed
project. Identify the intended audience and where the public will be able to access these
materials. Describe how you will inform your community about the project.
An article will be writtenfor and published in the local paper, the Seward Journal, upon completion of the
project to share the details of the project with the public. An open house and reception will be held for the
public to attend with special invitations to the City Council, HP Commision and RBHS members at the
property within one month of the project's completion date.
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6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
a. Attach letters of commitment and support, as appropriate, from teachers,historical societies,
museums,Native groups, and others. (Note attachments below.)
Letter of support from RBHS
Letter of support from Seward HP Commission
b. Attach any other relevant information, such as copies of photographs. (Note attachments below)
7. BUDGET: Maximum Federal Request of$50,000
Your budget submittal shall consist of one narrative and two tables. Use fellable Excel worksheet or
submit similar budget tables, and complete the narrative portion below for this Budget section.
a.Budget Summary table identifying planned cost share of 60% and 40%
b. Matching Share table showing sources of match.
c.Budget Narrative explaining costs in detail and describing how costs were calculated.
BUDGET NARRATIVE: Describe activities to be performed under Personal Services, Contractual
Services, Supplies/Materials, Travel, and Other cost categories.
a. Personal Services: describe work each position/person will perform for the proposed project.
Ristine Casagranda has volunteered her time grant writing. Hourly grant writing rate is $40/hour and it is
estimated total hours are 125 hours.
Ristine Casagranda will volunteer her time as the project manager for the project. Ristine has been working
on this project since May 2022. Pre-project management hours include soliciting bids, researching and
discussing the project with professionals and presenting the project to potential partners and sponsors. Upon
execution of the project the project management hours will be accounted for by hours spent coordinating
execution and completion of the project. Project manager will assure all contractors have access to the
property, the work is completed while history is well preserved and will assist the main contractor in
coordinating with city officials and other contractors. Total estimated hours of project management are 250
hours at $40/hour.
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b. Contractual Services: List contractor name(s), if known. Describe work each will perform.
Metco- excavating and installation of upgraded waterline. Metco provided an estimate of$20,000.
Unknown contractor- to repair pavement of sidewalk and street and shore up balcony as needed for excavator.
This cost is estimated to be $20,000.
Unknown contractor- install all fire suppression piping and monitoring system. Will work with the city in the
permitting process as well as act as the overall project manager. Bids received vary from $242,610 to
$453,189. We have composed and submitted a budget based on the lowest bid although as of date, a
contractor has not been selected.
Brewi Enterprises- To install plumbing on an as needed basis. This is estimated to be $7,000.
AC Electric- To upgrade wiring on an as needed basis, particularly to the monitoring system that will be
installed. This is estimated to be $15,000.
Unknown Contractor- to patch holes, repair walls and ceilings and paint fire tape and pipe after installation of
system in complete. This is estimated to cost$10,000.
c. Supplies/Materials: Describe types of materials and/or supplies required for this project, how
they relate to the project, estimated quantities, etc.
All supplies are included in the contracted service bids/estimates.
d. Travel: Identify who will be traveling, how many trips are anticipated, trip purpose, and
destination.
The Fire Suppression System contractor will be provided with lodging for 2 weeks, for 3 workers. This will
be an in-kind contribution as the lodging provided will be on-site. This in-kind contribution is estimated to be
$5,250
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e. Other: Identify other costs which do not fall into one of the above categories. Explain purpose
and relevance to this proposed project.
City building permits will cost $933.75 as the estimated overall project cost is $350,854 and this is the fee
associated to those costs.
City of Seward- 2% of the grant fiends will be paid to the City for administering the grant fiinds. This cost is
$1,000.
Unknown Contractor-Annual monitoring fees are estimated to be $5,000 per year. The first year of
monitoring has been budgeted in the project costs.
CHECKLIST
Applicant,has your entity...
❑ maintained current certification under the Certified Local Government program?
❑ signed and dated this application?
❑ signed the form titled: Willingness to Comply with Grant Requirements?
❑ provided the information requested on each page of the application package?
❑ included a public outreach component?
❑ attached maps showing location of project?
❑ attached photographs or clear photocopies showing overall character of properties for
survey, inventory,National Register nomination,pre-development and development projects?
❑ attached letters of support from the community and, if needed, property owners?
n attached a resolution supporting this proposal(or indicate one has been requested prior to the
Alaska Historical Commission meeting to recommend awards)?
❑ explained historic preservation commission involvement in the project, and addressed its role in
the review process?
❑ checked your budget for accuracy?
Deadline: Applications are due 3:00 pm on October 13, 2023.
Only complete, signed, dated applications will be considered.
Submit applications and questions to the CLG Program Coordinator:
dnr.oha@alaska.gov
HPF Grant Application for CLGs 208 Rev:Aug 2023
Continuation Page I
Continuation of#2, a.
2. Projects that address the rehabilitation of historic properties and leverage funds and resources. Restoring and
preserving defining elements of historic properties and addressing their sustainability are encouraged:
As mentioned earlier, to continue with future efforts to rehabilitate the buildings a fire suppression system will be
necessary as all other future repairs and upgrades to the property will be required to be completed to current codes.
There is woodwork that is hidden behind layers of sheet rock-just waiting to be uncovered and exposed to the public.
There are decorative tin ceilings and crown molding hiding up under 1980's drop ceilings that are currently necessary
to add the layer of fire protection required to keep the property to current fire rating standards. The 1920's ballroom
ceiling and skylight will remain hidden until there is a way to expose it while keeping the property protected. A fire
suppression system will support the sustainability of all future restoration projects to the property.
The projected costs to install a fire suppression system are approximately$350,000. It will be necessary to find support
from local organizations and government agencies to make this project possible. Applying for grant funds to complete
the project has created an opportunity not only to leverage funds but also to leverage the abundance of resources
various people and organizations have provided. The available recourses such as Doug Capra, Resurrection Bay
Historical Society, State Historic Preservation Office,National Park Service,The Seward Library and Museum, Seward
Community Foundation, Seward Historic Preservation and The City of Seward have all been outstanding sounding
boards that have guided and supported our project.
3. Projects that emphasize the historic preservation of properties, including National Register nominations, while
reflecting the American 250 commemoration theme, The Power of Place.
Business culture is community. Seward was built on entrepreneurship and still today is recognized by visitors and
locals alike as a community that has a deep-rooted business community. Often times,businesspeople are recognized as
individuals that provide a service in exchange for making a profit. Likely, Mr. Hawkins and Mr. Brown did come to
Seward in hopes of profiting although what mustn't be forgotten or overlooked is that much like every businessperson
that creates their start up,they too became embedded in the community. It was then and still is today the local
businesses that created the landscape, culture and the town of Seward. Local business has always been about building a
better community.
Brown&Hawkins buildings represent a side of business that is becoming lost. Seward is losing small, local businesses.
Seward still has a unique downtown district with stores such as Urbach's, The Ranting Raven,The Russian Store, Rez
Art just to name a few. Two of the Brown&Hawkins storefronts are vacant today as the Darling Family Trust finds it
crucial to the community to procure a long-term,year-round tenant that will help preserve and maintain Seward's
downtown sense of business community.
Entrepreneurs like TW Hawkins particularly had a major role in growing and expanding the state of Alaska from
Seward all the way to Talkeetna.Hawkins was a major investor in many settler's dreams,and he took the risk that
hopefully some of his investments could potentially pay off. In 1911,the Alaskan Northern Railway did all their
banking at the Brown&Hawkins bank. As the railroad and settlers forged north, so did Brown&Hawkins. Brown&
Hawkins were major outfitters for Western Alaska as well, shipping provisions to the settlers out of Seward. Brown&
Hawkins provided goods from the Vesel Bertha in Cook Inlet to Knik, opened a store in what was soon to become
Anchorage, and even supplied settlers as far North as Talkeetna.
Brown&Hawkins property represents the pride of entrepreneurship that our country was founded on. Brown&
Hawkins has stood tall and remained successful for over 120 years because of the individuals that so passionately have
provided the community with their services. The property is a reminder to all Americans, especially now in the day and
age of corporate America, the importance to support and patronize local business as it is the local businesspeople that
aim to create the town-not just the business. This is The Power of Place.
HPF Grant Application for CLGs 209 Rev:Aug 2023
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"Promote the social benefits of historic preservation by defining and highlighting the tie between historic preservation
and quality of life, increasing awareness of the role historic preservation plays in the visual and tangible expression of
cultural identity and showing the importance of historic preservation to community identity and pride." Brown &
Hawkins preservation of its history is a grand representation of the benefits of historic preservation efforts. The
property is the center piece of not only Seward's Historic Downtown but also of the State's history as well.The Darling
Family's endless efforts to restore and maintain the Brown & Hawkins properties provide a quality of life and an
awareness around how historic preservation plays a major role in the Seward community and contributes to the pride
of downtown that is seen amongst locals and visitors alike.
"Strengthen Alaska's Certified Local Government (CLG) program by increasing the number of CLGs." By approving this
application,The State Historic Preservation Plan will be increasing the number of CI-Gs awarded.
"Connect Alaskans to historic preservation within their communities by encouraging local residents to be stewards for
their cultural resources."This project has been an opportunity to connect The Darling Family to their local
preservation agencies and instilled an even higher sense of stewardship as the support reciprocated from citizen
awareness and local organizations has given the City of Seward an even stronger sense of how beneficial partnering
with the State to preserve Seward's history can truly be!
HPF Grant Application for CI-Gs 2110 Rev:Aug 2023
Sponsored by: VICE CHAIR WARD
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
RESOLUTION 2023-003
A RESOLUTION OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, SUPPORTING THE BROWN &
HAWKINS FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM PROJECT FOR THE
HISTORICAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 205, 207 & 209 FOURTH
AVENUE AND RECOMMENDING THE CITY MANAGER ACCEPT AND
ADMINISTER FEDERAL FUNDING PROVIDED BY THE ALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES.
WHEREAS, Brown & Hawkins was founded in 1903 by TW Hawkins and Charles
E. Brown as a mercantile and grocery store that provided settlers with supplies; and
WHEREAS, one of Alaska's first banks was operated in Brown & Hawkins which to this
day remains preserved within the buildings along with many other stories of not only Seward's
history, but Alaska's and the Nation's history as well; and
WHEREAS, the recent fire in Lahaina, Hawaii has touched home to Seward as we
remember and never forget our own history of when the east side of Fourth Avenue entirely burnt
down as the code and construction of our historic buildings leave our history vulnerable; and
WHEREAS, Brown & Hawkins is recognized by The United States and the State as it is
recorded on the Nation's Register of Historic Places, the State's Register of Historic Places, and
Seward's list of Historic Places; and
WHEREAS, Brown&Hawkins recently was selected by the National Parks Service for a
Historic American Building's Survey (HABS)that will be completed November 2023, and the
survey will be recorded in the Nation's Library of Congress; and
WHEREAS, Brown and Hawkins hosted President Harding in 1923 as well as President
Obama in Sweet Darlings in 2015; and
WHEREAS, the City of Seward recognizes the importance and value of partnership
opportunities with local organizations and their United States and State governments; and
WHEREAS,the Darling Family Trust, owners of Brown& Hawkins,have requested bids
to install a fire suppression system at Brown& Hawkins Buildings; and
WHEREAS, three contractors have submitted bids to equipped 205, 207 and 209 Fourth
Avenue with a fire suppression system; and
WHEREAS, the Resurrection Bay Historical Society finds the project to greatly
contribute to the preservation of Seward's history and is sponsoring the project; and
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-003
WHEREAS, the total project cost is estimated to be $337,844 of which $50,000 of the
project is to be federally funded through The Alaska Department of Natural Resources Certified
Local Government Grant(CLG)program; and
WHEREAS, to complete the CLG grant application, a City Council and Historic
Preservation Commission Resolution must be passed and approved; and
WHEREAS,the Historic Preservation Commission supports this project as it protects and
preserves Brown & Hawkins and it highly supports the preservation and safety of Seward's
history that is important to both The State of Alaska and The United States history.; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Historic Preservation Commission,
that:
Section 1. The Historic Preservation Commission makes the recommendation to the City
Council to direct the city manager to authorize and accept federal funds from The Department of
Natural Resources for the installation of a fire suppression system located at 205, 207 & 209
Fourth Avenue.
Section 2. The Historic Preservation Commission recommends the city finance
department be authorized to withhold 2% of all funds received to cover the cost incurred to the
City to process the grant funding.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the Historic Preservation Commission this 19th day of
October, 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Tanguy Libbrecht, Chair
AYES: Ward, LeMaster, Walker, Libbrecht
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mashlan, Benoit, Erickson
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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AMP
Resolution 2023-132
A Resolution of The City Council of The City of Seward,
Alaska, Adopting the Municipal Lands Inventory and
Management Plan-2023 Update
Documents:
• Agenda Statement
• Resolution 2023-132
• Attachments:
o Muni Land Plan 2023 Update
Clerk's Note - The 200 page Muni Land Plan will be available as a separate
document and not included in this council packet.
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City Council Agenda Statement .
Meeting Date: November 27, 2023
To: City Council
Through: Kat Sorensen, City Manager
From: Courtney Bringhurst, Acting Director Community Development
Subject: Resolution 2023-132: Adopting 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.
On November 7,2023,the Planning and Zoning Commission approved Resolution 2023-020,recommending
the City Council adopt the 2023 updates to the Municipal Lands Inventory and Management Plan.
Comprehensive and Strategic Plan Consistency Information
This legislation is consistent with(citation listed):
Comprehensive Plan: Vol 1,Chapter 3.2.1.1—"Update,as needed,the Municipal Lands 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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Certification of Funds
Total amount of funds listed in this legislation: $ 0
This legislation(✓):
Creates revenue in the amount of: $
Creates expenditure in amount of: $
Creates a savings in the amount of: $
✓ Has no fiscal impact
Funds are (✓):
Budgeted Line item(s):
Not budgeted
✓ Not applicable
Fund Balance Information
Affected Fund(✓):
General SMIC Electric Wastewater
Boat Harbor Parking Water Healthcare
Motor Pool Other
Note: amounts are unaudited
Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
FYes Attorney Signature:
v] Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
e✓ Adopt Resolution
Other:
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Sponsored by: Kat Sorensen
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-132
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, ADOPTING 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
WHEREAS, on November 7, 2023, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved
Resolution 2023-020 recommending City Council adopt the Municipal Lands Inventory and
Management Plan—2023 update.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
Section 1. The City Council hereby adopts 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 City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska this 27th
day of November, 2023.
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CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-132
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure,Mayor
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
(City Seal)
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PACAB Work Session Topics for Council to Prioritize for 2024
Alternative Energy Sources: Hydro and Tidal
Comprehensive Plan, Strategic Plan
South Harbor Uplands Development including Harbormaster Building
Housing Issues
Paving and Sidewalk Improvements - replacement and extension
Grant pass-through policy
Soliciting Community Groups/ Clearinghouse for Community Improvement ideas
Critical and Lacking Services and Businesses in Seward (will be taking up in November/
December)
Electric Utility Department Topics
Wastewater Treatment Options
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COOK INLET AQUACULTURE ASSOCIATION
NOTICE OF VACANCY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Seward City Council is seeking interest from citizens from
Seward and the surrounding area interested in serving as the city's representative on the Cook Inlet
Aquaculture Association (CIAA) Board of Directors.
The Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association is controlled by a volunteer Board of Directors dedicated to
providing and protecting the salmon resources of Cook Inlet for all user groups. The Board meets
once a month during the following months September, November, January, February, March and
May. The meetings are usually on the third Saturday and run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The
location is in Kenai and Zoom attendance is an option.In-person attendance is preferred,especially
for the February meeting.
The current representative has resigned. The new representative will complete the current tern
which will expire in May 2024.
For more information on the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association, please visit their website
http://www.ciaanq,gl / or contact Executive Director Dean Day at (907) 283-5761 or
ddn2ciaanet.org.
Letters of interest may be submitted to the city clerk no later than Monday,November 20,2023 by
5:00 p.m. Mail letters to PO Box 167, Seward, AK 99664 or email to clerk e,cityofseward.net
The Seward City Council will consider the appointment at the November 27, 2023 meeting. For
more information,please contact the City Clerk's office at 907-224-4045.
PUBLISHED: Will be published in the Seward Journal on November 1, 8, 15, 2023
POSTED: Wednesday, November 1, 2023
City Hall Bulletin Board
U.S. Post Office
Harbormaster's Office
Seward Community Library Museum
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Hello Kris,
Bob Barnwell reached out to me, I'm wondering if I can apply to the open seat representing
Seward for the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Board.
Thanks,
Chance Miller
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