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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05242010 City Council Minutes City of Seward, Alaska May 24, 2010 City Council Minutes Volume 38, Page 290 CALL TO ORDER The May 24, 2010 regular meeting of the Seward City Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Willard E. Dunham. OPENING CEREMONY Police Chief Tom Clemons led the pledge of allegiance to the flag. ROLL CALL There were present: Willard E. Dunham presiding and Linda Amberg Bob Valdatta Vanta Shafer Marianna Keil Tom Smith comprising a quorum of the Council; and Phillip Oates, City Manager Johanna Dollerhide, Acting City Clerk r ABSENT — Jean Bardarson CITIZENS' COMMENTS ON ANY SUBJECT EXCEPT THOSE ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING Margaret Anderson spoke in support of the Boys and Girls Club and requested financial support from the city. Christy Terry said currently there were no foster programs in Seward and she encouraged anyone to contact her for more information regarding the process. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA Motion (Keil/Shafer) Approval of Agenda and Consent Agenda Resolution 2010 -052 was added to the consent agenda. The following was added to the agenda: Under Other New Business, rescheduling the May 27, 2010 work sessions was added. ,,• Motion Passed Unanimous The clerk read the following approved consent agenda items: City of Seward, Alaska City Council Minutes May 24, 2010 Volume 38, Page 291 The May 10, 2010 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Were Approved. Non Objection of the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission's approval to vacate portions of rights -of -way within the City of Seward described as; First Avenue, Kelly Avenue, Hemlock Street, Van Buren Street, C Street, D Street, Pine Street and 20 -foot alleyways, and vacation of public access and utility easements associated with a replat of lots within Federal Addition USS 1116 (SW 4); Laubner Addition (SW 2); Park Place Subdivision (SW 2004 -11); Federal Addition AVTEC Replat (SW 2009 -12); and USS 703; within Sections 3, 4, 9 and 10, Township 1S, R1W, Seward Meridian. Resolution 2010 -049, Adopting The Port And Commerce Advisory Board (PACAB) Priorities From April 2010 To April 2011. Resolution 2010 -050, Accepting A Grant In The Amount Of $4,568.25 From The Alaska Highway Safety Office For 2010 May- September ASTEP Driving Under The Influence (DUI) Enforcement Campaign And Appropriating Funds. Resolution 2010 -051, Authorizing The Discharge Of Fireworks By The Chamber Of Commerce During The 2010 Independence Day Celebration. Resolution 2010-052, Authorizing The City Manager To Accept Revenue Funds Received From The Forest Service Railbelt Wild Land Fire And Appropriate A Portion Of These Funds To The Seward Fire Department 2010 Budget For Unanticipated Expenses. SPECIAL ORDERS, PRESENTATIONS AND REPORTS Proclamations and Awards A proclamation was read for Military Appreciation Day. The Firefighter of the Year, Distinguished Services Award, and Community Member Recognition Awards were awarded to Michael Vander Vegt, Jillian Chapman, and Elle and Steve Zernia. A proclamation was read for the 100 anniversary of the Sacred Heart Church. A welcome was given to the Harley Owners Group in Seward June 10 -12, 2010. A proclamation was read acknowledging the Alaska Boy Scout Jamboree in Seward May 21- 23,2010. City Manager's Report, City Manager Phillip Oates stated the Resurrection Bay Conservation Alliance filed an appeal to the 9 Circuit regarding attorney fees. The Trustees of Alaska wanted the city to pay approximately $125,000 in legal fees. This Thursday, May 27, 2010 was the annual Combat Fishing Tournament. The following purchases had been made between City of Seward, Alaska May 24, 2010 City Council Minutes Volume 38, Page 292 $10,000- 50,000: an electrical transformer for the new Z float which was purchased through the Denali Commission grant funding for the project at a cost of $11,790 and assisting the Alaska Sealife Center by helping them to access a more cost - effective vehicle purchase, which was approximately $25,677. The City was able to utilize the State's preferential bid price to purchase a Ford F250 truck and pass both the cost and the vehicle on to the Sealife Center. This would be brought forward for council approval, as required. Boat owners were encouraged to schedule any travelifts at least a week in advance to assure their preferred dates. West Construction would begin blasting quarry rock the first part of June in preparation of the completion on the extension of the east breakwater in the harbor. The installation should be completed by the end of October. FEMA Public Meetings on the revised FIRM Maps for the Seward Area were scheduled on June 17, 2010 from 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm in the Rae Building Auditorium. The Flood Insurance Study for the Kenai Peninsula Borough in the Seward/Bear Creek Vicinity had been revised to include updating the flood maps that represent the regulatory floodplain. These maps would be used by the Kenai Peninsula Borough and the City of Seward for floodplain management and permitting purposes. Community Development was working with musicians to provide music in Kawabe Park on Fridays and Saturdays during the summer season. Public Works Administration was preparing strategies for storm surge work (Lowell Point & SeaLife Center), preparing an RFP /Invitation to Bid for Lowell Creek Bridge Repair, documenting bike path repairs, and attended FEMA Benefit Cost Analysis Training. Water /Wastewater staff was doing pump work at pressure station, electrical work at lift stations, information gathering for M.L. Foster Wastewater Study, working with Prosser Dagg on ARRA project (Phase I of North Seward Water Storage Tank Project), and prepping for Coast Guard re- location to N.E. boat harbor area. Streets staff were cleaning streets, doing ditching work, scoping sidewalk repairs, and doing storm Surge Repair. Shop staff continued the maintenance of vehicles, shop safety inspection, and preparing vehicles for the next surplus auction. Mayoral Report, Mayor Willard Dunham stated he had more meetings than he could handle including an Arbor Day Celebration, Poppy Day, the Boy Scouts celebration in Seward, and Military Appreciation Day. A written report would be available at the next meeting. He noted tomorrow there was a coordinated transportation meeting working on public transportation at 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Shelly Knopik from Aurora/Suneel/Ak Railroad/Usibelli had retired after 21 years. Other Reports, Announcements and Presentations A presentation was given by John Bost on the City of Seward Annual Audit. A Providence Annual Report was given by Chris Bolton. A presentation was given on the Economic Development Assessment. Council took a brief recess at 8:25 p.m. Council resumed at 8:30 p.m. City of Seward, Alaska City Council Minutes May 24, 2010 Volume 38, Page 293 PUBLIC HEARING Resolution 2010 -047, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into An Amendment To The Lease Agreement 94 -092 With ACS Wireless, Inc., As Successor In Interest To Mactel Cellular System, For 707 Nash Road, Described As A Portion Of U.S.S. 4828 Within Section 12, T1S, R1 W, Seward Meridian, Seward Recording District, Third Judicial District, State Of Alaska, For The Purpose Of Extending The Term Of The Lease To June 30, 2015 And Approving A Sublease To GCI Communication Corp. Motion (Shafer /Keil) Approve Resolution 2010 -047 Oates stated ACS Wireless currently obtained this lease for a cell phone tower and electrical structure and their lease expired this month, with one more extension allowed. The annual rate would increase from $800 to $1,600. Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public hearing was opened. No one appeared to address the Council and the public hearing was closed. Motion Passed Unanimous Resolution 2010 -048, Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into An Easement Agreement With GCI Communication, Corp. For A Temporary And Non - Exclusive Fifteen Foot (15) Utility Easement, At 707 Nash Road, Seward, Alaska, Located Within A Portion Of Lot 1, Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Number 2, Plat No. 98 -09, Seward Recording District, Seward Meridian, Alaska, Township 1 South Range 1 West Section 12, And Located Within A Portion Of Tract 112, Fourth Of July Creek Subdivision, Roberts Replat, Plat No. 2006 -12, Seward Recording District, Containing 1,215 Sq. Ft. + / -. Notice of the public hearing being posted and published as required by law was noted and the public hearing was opened. No one appeared to address the Council and the public hearing was closed. Motion (Keil/Shafer) Approve Resolution 2010 -048 Oates stated GCI entered into a sublease agreement with ACS Wireless. GCI was using a private power line and this resolution would approve a temporary easement allowing the use of this land for the existing improvements through June 30, 2014. GCI had prepaid the administrative costs and administration recommended approval. Mayor Dunham stated a possible conflict of interest as he leased land with GCI. Council ruled a conflict did not exist. Motion Passed Unanimous OTHER NEW BUSINESS Council scheduled a land policies and procedure work session on July 1, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. and would invite PACAB to attend. City of Seward, Alaska May 24, 2010 City Council Minutes Volume 38, Page 294 Discussion on resuming DMV motorcycle testing in Seward. Councilmember Amberg requested this item be brought forward. It was becoming very inconvenient to obtain a motorcycle license. Police Chief Tom Clemons explained the service was originally discontinued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. The dimensions for the testing area were very large and difficult to find, and they needed a level, paved lot free of cracks and holes. They had been looking for places to conduct testing. He explained potential costs and wasn't worried about meeting those costs. He was on board with having testing, but it was difficult finding an adequate site. Council directed staff to look into potential sites such as the Middle School parking lot, the North Parking lot in the Harbor, and the airport road and report back to council. Council rescheduled the May 27, 2010 work sessions. The Library/Museum funding options work session was rescheduled to June 14, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. The Title 7 updates and PACAB recommendations work session was rescheduled to June 24, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND REPORTS (No action required) City of Seward Financial Report. Letter from Governor's office to City Manager Oates regarding support and summarization of Seward Capital Projects. List of City Council Work Sessions scheduled through June. Cruise Ship Transportation Contract Update given by Community Development Director Christy Terry. CITIZENS' COMMENTS - None COUNCILS' COMMENTS Shafer was happy to see people visiting Seward and the weather cooperating. Smith congratulated the finance department on a successful audit. Keil thanked the volunteers for the Fire Department and the nice award ceremony for them this evening. She was pleased to see younger volunteers. The hospital was acting financially responsible and she was happy with that. She hoped the cruise ship transportation busses were successful and was inspired from tonight's economic development report to promote Seward businesses better. Dunham complimented the Military Appreciation Day activities. He attended the Poppy Day celebration in the Seward Schools and thanked those coming and participating in the Combat Fishing imp Tournament this year. The AT &T tower was up and thanked those responsible — Steve Schafer who worked tirelessly to get the tower up and Gary Brekke of AT &T. He thanked all the people who City of Seward, Alaska City Council Minutes May 24, 2010 Volume 38, Page 295 helped clean up Seward on Super Saturday Clean Up. He challenged the community to keep it clean and encouraged those to pick up trash when they see it. COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATION RESPONSE TO CITIZENS' COMMENTS - None ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. J hanna Doller ide, CMC Willard E. Dunham Acting City Clerk Mayor (City Seal) t4 '''`. ��§ rayLrt • SEAL : C 7; mai r0 J