HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES2023-128 SCHC Support CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA Sponsored by: Sorensen
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 ft2 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 COUNCI,OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA,that:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska supports Seward
Community Health Center's efforts to pursue funding for construction of a new clinic at 431-501
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2023-128
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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 27th
day of November 2023.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
Sue McClure, Mayor
AYES: Barnwell, Wells, Osenga, Calhoon, Crites, McClure
NOES: None
ABSENT: Finch
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
Kris Peck
City Clerk
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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
70
Available Fund Balance $
Finance Director Signature:
Attorney Review
Yes Attorney Signature:
✓ Not applicable Comments:
Administration Recommendation
eAdopt Resolution
Other:
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