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1997-04-03 Regular MeetingRODIAR ISLAND BOROUGH Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 A regular meeting of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly was held April 3, 1997 in the Assembly Chambers of the Kodiak Island Borough Building, 710 Mill Bay Road. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. The invocation was given by Envoy Craig Fanning of the Salvation Army, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. There were present: Robin Heinrichs, Tom Abell Bob Johnson Gary Stevens comprising a quorum Jerome Selby, Mayor Donna Smith CMC /AAE, Clerk Judi Nielsen, Deputy Clerk Linda Freed, Community Development Director APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA G. STEVENS, seconded by MILLIGAN VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION CARRIED APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. K.I.B. Assembly Meeting W. STEVENS, seconded by MILLIGAN VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION CARRIED Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Presiding Tuck Bonney Mike Milligan Wayne Stevens of the Assembly; and moved to approve the agenda and consent agenda. Unanimous voice vote of March 6, 1997. moved to approve the minutes of March 6, 1997. Unanimous voice vote REGULAR MEETING ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Volume XXII Page 154 AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Employee of the Month Mayor Jerome Selby presented the Employee of the Month Award to Rachael Miller, personnel assistant in the Mayor's Office. CITIZENS' COMMENTS A. Agenda Items Not Scheduled For Public Hearing Betty Fitzjearl said she owned one of the ten parcels affected by Ordinance No. 97 -07. She was in favor of the ordinance and remained to answer questions. Scott Arndt wanted Ordinance No. 97 -07 to be amended to include property in Service District No. 1. Jack McFarland stated that Ordinance No. 97 -04 was not debated in public and the cost had increased. The school district needed money and the endowment fund was not funded. He spoke of future funding and mill increases. He saw no reason for an executive session to discuss future funding and mill rate increases that would impact the community. B. Items Other Than Those Appearing on the Agenda phis Cline, hospital administrator, reported that the hospital's financial performance was well above similar hospitals in Alaska. He thanked the Assembly for their support. The hospital was in the budget process. He asked those who had not toured the new hospital to call him. Presiding Officer Heinrichs thanked Mr. Cline for the good news. Mr. Cline again thanked the Assembly. Mike Sirofchuck, said he would deliver two petitions: one demanding a public hearing on the proposed rocket launch complex and one opposing the complex. He opposed the complex because it was his opinion that the community did not want to lose Narrow Cape to the rocket launch complex. He felt everyone was informed and the complex was not good for the community. He said Representative Austerman had comments that were 60 percent against the complex. He handed copies of the first petition to Clerk Smith. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 AWARDS AND PRESENTATI01 EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH CITIZENS' COMMENTS Volume Page i» David Glamann phoned in support of Mr. Sirofchuck's comments. He felt the road system was growing smaller and more was not needed. Don Dumm was opposed to the complex for environmental reasons. He felt that information was not made available to the public and concerns were not addressed. He thought a meeting between the Borough and AADC would be beneficial. He wanted concerns addressed and the Assembly to act for the majority. Carolyn Kaltman opposed the launch complex. In response to her inquiry, Mayor Selby outlined the cost for lobbying services in Washington, D.C. and Juneau. She wanted the launch complex placed on the ballot. Keith Hediger phoned in opposition to the complex. He saw no positive long -range picture for the community and wanted a vote. Mary Glamann phoned to say she signed the petition because she felt more research was needed. Peter Allan asked about notice to mariners. Mayor Selby said the public safety notices were released one to two hours before a launch. Mr. Allan was opposed to the complex if it impacted marine traffic. pan Ervin phoned to say he originally supported the complex; however, the environmental impact statement, and what he saw as military subtrifuge, changed his mind. He wanted a public vote. Rae Jean Blaschka felt the complex was not studied environmentally and now funding was available only through the military. The complex may have been good a few years ago but maybe not now. She would like a vote or issues re- examined. ,Stacy Studebaker said she was a member of the AADC community advisory group prior to its disolvement. AADC no longer had a community advisory group and director Pat Ladner said it would be some time before one would be formed. Most of the information was funneled through the mayor's office and she was not sure that was the best source. She wanted answers about the military. She supported efforts of the city council to hold a public meeting. Regular Assembly Meeting April3, 1997 Volume XxII Page 156 Rich Mcrntnsh said he wrote to Pat Ladner and the AADC to ask for a public meeting. He agreed with Ms. Studebaker's comments. He urged the Assembly to request a public meeting in Kodiak. Valerie White also opposed the complex. She said many people spoke in opposition and none spoke in favor. John Pfeif?r telephoned. He knew many who favored the complex. He expected less of an environmental impact because payloads would be less. He understood the AADC would notice mariners 24 hours in advance, and vessel traffic would not be prohibited. He agreed more information was needed. Retail sales were down 24 percent in Kodiak in the last quarter and new funds were needed to enhance the economy. Kristin Stahl - Johnson asked that the Borough tell Senator Stevens and the Air Force that many people opposed the complex. She felt the story was not told in full and a public hearing was needed to know what the community wanted. Joe Floyd commended the Assembly for seeking a diversification for Kodiak's economy. Rocket launch complexes in the Lower 48 had seen economic benefit. He hoped the Assembly would view community welfare and regard the facility as a tremendous benefit. Assemblymember Milligan said he supported the complex from the start, but he understood that people wanted to speak to representatives from the AADC. In response to Assemblymember Johnson, Mayor Selby said a public hearing was scheduled later this month. COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Kodiak Island Borough School Board Budget Presentation. Betty Walters, Superintendent, spoke of a $1.9 million increase that included three personnel, a required library media specialist, and a supply specialist. She wanted the Assembly to review a five -year plan for the school district. She hoped the budget was user friendly as requested. The maintenance costs were reflected in the budget. The distribution of programs was reflected in buildings served as well as the pupil allocation per building. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 COMMITTEE REPORTS SCHOOL BOARD BUDGET PRESENTATION Volum& Page 1) Patrick Hickey, School District Business Manager, enumerated calculations that were corrected. He received justifiable criticism that the School District could not justify where funds were spent and that grants were not included in the budget. He elaborated on a slide presentation that outlined the school district budget needs. The budget was available to the audience. The local contribution increased in the last three years because of Northstar Elementary School and the use of the fund balance. Kodiak has historically provided more than the minimum contribution required. Assemblymember Milligan appreciated the presentation; however, he preferred receiving information sooner. He was concerned that student test scores were going down. At his inquiry, Superintendent Walters said the Iowa test figures for the past five years would be compiled as soon as possible. She emphasized that the test figures included special education and bilingual students scores. Assemblymember Bonney spoke to the credibility of the Long -Term Funding Task Force study as items were added to the budget after the fact. He wanted a viable cost projection for the next five years so he could equate it to the mill rate. Mr. Hickey explained the budget typically grows between $7- 800,000 per year - equal to one mill per year. This year's larger enrollment numbers received less funding from the state. In response to Assemblymember Bonney, Mr. Hickey said the district received approximately $1.5 million in grants that could be used for education. Grant funds were not noted in the budget because they were meant for supplemented programs. Assemblymember Bonney inquired on the number of programs cut in the last five years. Superintendent Walters enumerated one honors class and vocational tech classes at the high school were cut. Approximately $50,000 with benefits was budgeted for a teacher at the low end of the salary schedule, but, depending on the expertise of the teacher, that salary could be $60- 70,000. Currently, there was no contract with the teachers for next year, much less the next five years. There was a .33 percent increase plus steps for classified employees. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volume xxrt Page 158 Assemblymember Bonney wanted assurances the existing programs would remain. Mr. Hickey assured him the request for funding was for programs and not cost -of- living adjustments. In response to Assemblymember G. Stevens, Mr. Hickey said the total revenue needed for operations was 5.28 percent more than last year. At Assemblymember G. Stevens' inquiry, Superintendent Walters said there was a zero growth in student population. Mr. Hickey added a ten percent decrease in state and federal funding was expected, but he hoped for level funding on the foundation formula. Superintendent Walters said the number of students had increased but there were fewer special education students, many students moved from village to town, particularly Chiniak students, and the number of vocational education students decreased meaning less funding for more students. Mr. Hickey responded affirmatively to Assemblymember G. Stevens' statement that this was a 48 percent increase in the local appropriation since funding last year's fund balance, but overall a 5% increase of five percent. In response to Assemblymember Abell, Superintendent Walters outlined the positions lost as two at the high school, one at the middle school, and .5 from village principals. Also, the purchasing supervisor position was eliminated last year but a similar position was needed. Superintendent Walters noted the items for in -kind services for data processing support, Mental Health Center support, insurance, and auditors were positive to budget. In response to Assemblymember Bonney, Superintendent Walters said the desire was to maintain 25 students in primary classes and 30 in intermediate classes. The High School had manageable classes with 30 students; however, there were safety issues with vocational education classes. The ESL class increased. Assemblymember Johnson complimented Superintendent Walters and Mr. Hickey for their presentation. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volum( Page ,.,9 Assemblymember Milligan related to program questions at the recent Education Summit. Kaia Tollefson mentioned a concern that a number of middle school students not headed for college. At his inquiry, Superintendent Walters said there were programs in place for those students, such as EOP, special education, and the school to work program. Education was changing to focus on the center of children. Presiding Officer Heinrichs thanked Superintendent Walters and Mr. Hickey for their presentation and efforts to make the budget more readable. Assemblymember Milligan attended Alaska Municipal League Committee meetings in Juneau where discussion centered on the Four Dam Pool and the Shuyak Island park bill. He noted this had the highest attendance for the spring meetings. Impacts from budget and funding decreases were being felt throughout the state. He thought the impacts would be reflected when local taxpayers received their tax bills. House Bill 51 regarding water standard revisions was controversial. The local DEC seafood inspector position could be lost. Assemblymember Johnson said the September 27, 1997 Town Meeting would focus on education. After a ten minute recess at 9:15 p.m., Presiding Officer Heinrichs reconvened the regular meeting. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT A. Appeal of Planning & Zoning Commission Case No. 96 -021 Conditional Use Permit to Permit a Log Transfer Facility, Including In -water Transfer of Logs, in the C- Conservation Zoning District Generally Located Within Section 6, T30S, R2OW, Near the Mouth of Myrtle Creek in Kalsin Bay. (Applicant: Leisnoi Incorporated) (Appellant: Leisnoi Incorporated) Presiding Officer Heinrichs recessed the regular meeting and convened the Board of Adjustment. Presiding Officer Heinrichs outlined the procedures for testimony this date and on May 1 to complete the Board of Adjustment. The order of oral argument was: private persons supporting the appeal, 10 minutes each; private persons opposing the appeal, 10 minutes each. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volume `CC l Page 160 Presiding Officer Heinrichs noted that those persons testifying at this meeting would not be allowed to testify again at the May 1 hearing. This hearing was only for those not able to attend the May 1 hearing. At his request, Clerk Smith outlined that only those people who spoke or submitted written testimony to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and those who received appeal hearing notices and responded with written testimony to the Board of Adjustment would be allowed to testify. None. 1. Private persons supporting the appeal. 2. Private persons opposing the appeal. Oliver Holm said it was a difficult time of year for fishermen. He asked the Assembly to uphold the Commission's decision. It was unrealistic and difficult for the Borough to enforce the conditions of the conditional use permit if it had been granted. He referred to a map that was displayed and noted the area was larger than that shown on the map. Bark was a problem for marine life, and the location was poor because of wide open access to the North Pacific. peter Allan asked the Assembly to uphold the Commission's decision. He called attention to Danger Bay and the log transfer facility where log ships had difficulty moving through the area. He thanked the Assembly for considering his comments. D. Cornelius asked the Assembly to uphold the Commission's decision. He did not want to lose renewable fisheries resources. At the request of Assemblymember Milligan, Presiding Officer Heinrichs explained the role of the Assembly as the Board of Adjustment. Presiding Officer Heinrichs recessed the Board of Adjustment to May 1 and reconvened the regular meeting. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volumel Page 161 MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR MESSAGES FROM MAYOR Mayor Selby complemented the Coast Guard and the Kodiak King tug for responding to the log ship that nearly grounded in Danger Bay. He was pleased that there was a mechanism in place to respond to problems by sharing resources. He provided funding summaries from five non - profit representatives that would speak to the Assembly at the April 24 work session. Additional information would be provided if requested. The other non - profit representatives would be available at the June 5 budget public hearing. He received a letter from the University of Alaska Board of Regents appreciating the establishment of an education fund and vision for future education. There was discussion in Juneau about eliminating the seafood inspector position. He was confident that would not happen in Kodiak as it would cause a severe impact to the community. Residents should pay close attention to the state budget process and how services were eliminated or costly requirements established. Also discussed was the landfills. If the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation dropped their services, the landfill could be overseen by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. That agency could require a clay cover over the landfill on a daily basis rather than using shot rock at a cost of up to $450,000. The cost would be paid through garbage fees, because the landfill operated as an enterprise fund. He urged residents to contact state Senator Mackey and Representative Austerman with fishing concerns to ensure that the economy that kept Kodiak alive was not destroyed. He reported there was a good chance that the Shuyak Island park bill would pass. Representative Austerman and Senator Mackey were very positive, as well as others. The Senate was working on the capital budget. AML and the Mayor's Conference agreed there was a lack of funding for infrastructure needs, as well as match Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volume R,XQII Page 162 monies for local community projects. A capital budget was needed to sustain infrastructures. The school foundation formula unit has stayed at $61,000 for six years even though costs have risen. Local contributions or trimming of school district budgets have made up the 18 percent inflation. This represents money to local governments while the state maintains. He received the Flat Fish Study from Brenda Norcross that would be reviewed by the Assembly in the near future. He distributed the draft Borough budget. He noted the last major Borough land sale was ten years ago. It was best to take care of infrastructure needs now to unburden the general fund budget. He hoped to provide quality education facilities. If teachers struggled with a problem facility, students would not receive quality instruction. Presiding Officer Heinrichs asked if there would be a critique of the near grounding in Danger Bay. At the request of Mayor Selby, Linda Freed, Community Development Department Director, said information was available and could be provided to the Assembly. She had not spoken with the Coast Guard but had spoken with the Department of Conservation. She thought the Coast Guard captain would provide a report. OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS A. Contract No. 97 -18 Professional Services CONTRACT to Conduct an Exclusive Search for a NO. 97 -18 Programmer /Analyst. The motion to award Contract No. 97 -18 to Computer Group, Inc. of Bellevue, WA in an amount not to exceed $11,549 was before the Assembly. Mayor Selby reported that funds were spent to advertise the position. Staff's need was to fill the position. In response to Assemblymember Milligan, Mayor Selby said there were calls expressing interest if the position was re- advertised because of discussion at the last meeting. At Assemblymember Milligan's additional question, Mayor Selby said using a search firm was an advantage. Regular Assembly Meeting April3, 1997 Volume Page 163 Assemblymember Milligan wondered if the position required specific technology. Mayor Selby said the increase in systems 400 increased the demand for operators. He was looking for an individual that had a desire to live in Kodiak. In response to Assemblymember Milligan, Mayor Selby said a search firm was not used for the last operator. At Assemblymember Bonney's inquiry, Mayor Selby said three resumes were received in the past three weeks. Assemblymember Bonney totaled the cost of the position for one year at $80,000. He saw people turned down for the job because they were not qualified. He asked if the job description was so close- minded that no one in Kodiak was qualified. When Mayor Selby said he was not saying that, Assemblymember Bonney suggested the position would become permanent. Mayor Selby was adamant that the position would not be funded past 18 months. Assemblymember Bonney said training experts expected 4 -6 weeks of training but the Borough expected 4 -6 months. He was not convinced that a local resident could not fill the position. Assemblymember Abell thought it would be worth it to advertize and utilize services of people here now. Assemblymember Johnson thought a staff member could train someone to manage the system and then the position would not be needed. Mayor Selby said the new software was acquired and would be brought on line while maintaining old software at the same time while transferring data. This process will take 18 months to 2 years. Assemblymember Johnson was concerned about non- productive efforts. He wondered about contracting the position. Assemblymember W. Stevens said the use of executive search firms was not new to Kodiak. He shared Assemblymember Bonney's frustration at not hiring locally if qualified people lived in Kodiak. Assemblymember Milligan was also frustrated. He wanted to look at local applicants. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volume XXII Page 164 Mayor Selby outlined the statutes and laws followed when hiring. He could advertise locally to see who was available in the community. JOHNSON, seconded by ABELL When Assemblymember G. Stevens said he was concerned about vague wording, Assemblymember Bonney agreed. VOTE ON MOTION TO POSTPONE Ayes: Johnson Noes: Abell, Bonney, Milligan, G. Stevens, W. Stevens, Heinrichs MOTION FAILED 1 Aye, 6 Noes VOTE ON MOTION TO AWARD Ayes: None Noes: Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, W. Stevens, Abell, Heinrichs MOTION FAILED Unanimous BONNEY, Moved to direct the seconded by JOHNSON mayor to advertise and interview locally. When Assemblymember G. Stevens asked about advertising statewide, Mayor Selby said he did not need direction as he would abide by the personnel policy to advertise. Assemblymember Bonney withdrew his motion with the concurrence of the second. Regular Assembly Meeting April3, 1997 moved to postpone Contract No. 97 -18 until the mayor has time to advertise and interview locally. Volume Page 165 NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A. AWARDS AWARDS 1. Contract No. 97 -19 Chiniak School CONTRACT Teacherage Housing Replacement. NO. 97 -19 JOHNSON, moved to award Contract seconded by BONNEY No. 97 -19 to Northwest Manufactured Homes of Kodiak in an amount not to exceed $87,500. Mayor Selby said the present structure was not suitable for living quarters, but it would be used during the NIRF construction. In response to Presiding Officer Heinrichs, Mayor Selby said the teacherage was not required but was provided as a convenience and a watch house. Assemblymember Milligan was concerned that there were water fixtures on the outside walls. He did not want to spend funds to repair frozen pipes. Mayor Selby would pass the concern on to the Engineering/ Facilities Department Director for a closer look because it was an Alaskan package design for harsher climates. At Assemblymember Johnson's inquiry, Mayor Selby said the teachers paid rent, but he was not sure if only teachers could rent the building. Assemblymember G. Stevens was not convinced about providing housing for Chiniak teachers. He asked if the teachers earned additional salary for cost of living. Mayor Selby emphasized the advantage of site control of the school to eliminate vandalism. In response to Assemblymember Abell, Mayor Selby said the Borough was not involved in renting the building to teachers, that was handled by the school district for all village teacherages provided. When Assemblymember Heinrichs asked what the offset value of the mobile home at the site of the NIRF construction site was, Mayor Selby estimated $24,000. Regular Assembly Meeting April3, 1997 Volume XXII Page 166 VOTE ON MOTION TO AWARD Ayes: Johnson, Milligan, W. Stevens, Bonney, Heinrichs Noes: G. Stevens, Abell MOTION CARRIED 5 Ayes, 2 Noes After a five minute recess at 10:50, Presiding Officer Heinrichs reconvened the regular meeting. B. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS All resolutions and ordinances presented at this meeting were introduced by title only and copies made available to the public. 1. Resolution No. 97 -17 Recognizing the Valuable Assistance Provided by the State of Alaska Department of Community and Regional Affairs. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -17 that, if adopted, urged the governor and legislature of the State of Alaska to continue level funding for the Department of Community and Regional Affairs. JOHNSON, moved to adopt seconded by W. STEVENS Resolution No. 97 -17. Clerk Smith said the DCRA provided invaluable service to clerks and municipalities throughout the state. Mrs. Wayne Stevens called to report that there was a fire at the Tyson Seafoods plant. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Milligan, G. Stevens, W. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Heinrichs RESOLUTION NO. 97 -17 Volume . . Page 167 C. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION 1. Ordinance No. 97 -04 Authorizing an Investment of an Amount in the Kodiak Island Borough Facilities Fund in the Lease of the Near Island Research Facility, Appropriating the Sum of $8,000,000 From the Facilities Fund for Such Investment, Appropriating Certain Ground Rent Under the Lease of the Near Island Research Facility to the Facilities Fund, and Providing for Related Matters. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 97 -04 that, if adopted, authorized the mayor, finance director, borough clerk, or other authorized person to execute certificates, documents, opinions, or other papers necessary to implement the intent of the ordinance. Ordinance No. 97 -04 was advanced to public hearing on April 17, 1997 under "Consent Agenda ". 2. Ordinance No. 97 -05 Amending Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances Title 15 Buildings and Construction to Conform With Changes in the Unified Building Code Published by the International Conference of Building Officials and to Standardize the Kodiak Island Borough and the City of Kodiak Building Codes. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 97 -05 that, if adopted, adopted building codes identical to that of the City of Kodiak as identical codes are of great benefit to builders, property owners, and staff. Ordinance No. 97 -05 was advanced to public hearing on April 17, 1997 under "Consent Agenda ". 3. Ordinance No. 97 -06 Rezoning Tract A and Lot 7, Industrial Park Subdivision From I-- Industrial TQ RB -- Retail Business. (2522 and 2620 Selief Lane) Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 97 -06 that, if adopted, rezoned property consistent with the Lakeside Subdivision /Safeway Subarea Plan. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION ORDINANCE NO. 97 -04 ORDINANCE NO. 97 -05 ORDINANCE NO. 97 -06 Volume XXQ Page 168 Ordinance April 17, Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 W. STEVENS, seconded by ABELL No. 97 -06 was advanced to public hearing on 1997 under "Consent Agenda ". 4. Ordinance No. 97 -07 Amending Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances Title 4 Service Areas Chapter 4.50 Womens Bay Service Area to Add Chapter 4.50.015 Service Exemptions to Reflect an Exemption For State Road Access for Parcels Not Receiving Any Benefit from Road Construction and Maintenance. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 97 -07 that, if adopted, amended Borough code to reflect an exemption for Womens Bay Service Area properties not receiving benefit from road construction and maintenance. moved to adopt Ordinance No. 97 -07 in first reading to advance to public hearing on March 20, 1997. Assemblymember Milligan asked how this would affect Service District No. 1 and the basic concepts about taxing service districts. Mayor Selby indicated it would not increase taxes to others. Assemblymember Milligan asked about Mr. Arndt's suggestion of adding Service District No. 1 to the ordinance. Mayor Selby said there was a need to specifically look at Service District No. 1 to see if it was comparable. State roads intertwine with service area roads to make it a much more complicated issue. Also, there was a need to discuss whether some roads currently maintained by the state will be incorporated with the service area. The ten lots on the Chiniak Highway have no access to service area roads. The parcels were not being removed from the service area; they were being exempted from paying the road portion of the tax. Assemblymember Johnson had mixed feelings. He did not have children in school but he paid school taxes because the community benefited. There were other roads in Womens Bay that those individuals utilized. If the Borough owned all roads it would be simple. ORDINANCE NO. 97 -07 OTHER ITEMS Volume Page 169 Assemblymember G. Stevens said the tax was for services received and no services were received. Assemblymember Milligan suspected there was some difference in Title 29, whereby the standard for the service districts was different from taxing for schools. Assemblymember Johnson considered it a matter of the community versus the individual. Many things do not benefit the individual but benefit the community. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADVANCE Ayes: Noes: D. OTHER ITEMS MILLIGAN, seconded by W. STEVENS Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 G. Stevens, W. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, Heinrichs None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous 1. State of Alaska Alcoholic Beverage Control Board Liquor License Application for Renewal of Northland Ranch Resort Beverage Dispensary License. There was no discussion by the Assembly. moved to voice non - objection to the liquor license renewal application of Northland Ranch Resort Beverage Dispensary License unless the case pending for a person under 21 serving and drinking alcoholic beverages in the bar prohibits renewal of the application by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. NORTHLAND RANCH RESORT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION Volume XXfl Page 170 VOTE ON MOTION Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous INFORMATIONAL INFORMATIONAL MATERIALS (No action required) MATERIALS W. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Heinrichs A. MINUTES OF OTHER MEETINGS MINUTES OF OTHER MEETINGS 1. Personnel Advisory Board Meetings of September 18 and November 20, 1996. 2. Mental Health Center Advisory Board Meeting of February 24, 1997 and Work Session Notes of March 3, 1997. 3. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting of February 19, 1997. 4. Service District No. 1 Board Meeting of March 4, 1997. B. REPORTS REPORTS 1. Kodiak Island Borough March 1997 Financial Report. 2. Mental Health Center March 1997 Reports. 3. Engineering /Facilities Department February 1997 Project Updates. C. OTHER None. CITIZENS' COMMENTS Jack McFarland appreciated the Assembly and School Board members. He said Superintendent Walters and Mr. Hickey presented a good budget. He felt the need to return to the community to maintain a good public education system. With a dedicated board, all the elements were in place. The Board and the public were behind the Assembly because without oil revenues the economy dictated this. He wanted the Assembly to review the feasibility of an endowment fund. He appreciated the diverse issues the assembly dealt with. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 OTHER CITIZENS' COMMENTS Volume: Page 171 Betty Fit2,4Aarl thanked the Assembly for their attention to all the issues tonight. She clarified through Mayor Selby that the Borough does not have road powers. Woody Koninq supported the school district budget and appreciated the proactive approach. Alex Rice telephoned to state his appreciation of the Assembly for taking care of local government. He encouraged the adoption of Resolution No. 97 -05 to allow harvesting and milling of spruce trees. ASSEMBLYMEMBER COMMENTS ASSEMBLYMEMBER COMMENTS Assemblymember Johnson was concerned about cuts from the legislature. He viewed the permanent fund as a sacred cow but, if used, could ease the cuts and help maintain support programs. He supported the School District budget as he was willing to pay for education. Assemblymember G. Stevens was concerned about the school district request for an increase without increased students and no state cuts. He felt it would be hard to convince taxpayers to pay more taxes. Assemblymember Bonney noted the number of people who spoke to the proposed Rocket Launch Complex. He had not personally made a decision about the complex. He asked the public to remember that the Coast Guard was one of the best neighbors possible. Assemblymember Milligan thanked Mr. Rice for calling. He supported establishing an advisory group to debate the facts about the complex. He hoped for a public meeting and debate. Assemblymember W. Stevens congratulated Rachael Miller as Employee of the Month. Ms. Miller was staff representative to the Airport Advisory Committee and he felt privileged to work with her. He also traveled to Juneau. It was apparent that the legislature was shifting the cost of state government to local government. Reduced state funding meant communities would have to pay or lose programs. At 11:30 p.m., per Borough Code, a motion was necessary to extend the time of the meeting. Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Volume ?Oat Page 172 G. STEVENS, seconded by W. STEVENS VOTE ON MOTION TO EXTEND MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Presiding Officer Heinrichs also congratulated Ms. Miller, whom he considered very professional and well deserving. Presiding Officer Heinrichs announced that the assembly would meet in work session Thursday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the borough conference room and a regular meeting on Thursday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the assembly chambers. EXECUTIVE SESSION A. Budget Financial Impact. W. STEVENS, seconded by G. STEVENS Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 moved to extend the meeting to midnight. moved to convene into executive session to discuss the financial impact on the proposed fiscal year 1998 budget. Assemblymember Milligan spoke against the motion. He said the Open Meetings Act had clear guidelines for executive sessions. Assemblymember Bonney also spoke against the motion. He did not want to discuss the mill rate and the school district budget outside of the public purview. Assemblymember G. Stevens was also cautious about executive session. At his question, Mayor Selby said this was regarding financial matters and the need for the Assembly to give direction was authorized for executive session. Assemblymember G. Stevens felt the Assembly should honor Mayor Selby's request. He responded to Assemblymember Johnson that it was the responsibility of the Assembly to give direction and if no direction was given, they were abdicating their responsibility. Assemblymember Milligan was of the opinion a work session would be a better vehicle. EXECUTIVE SESSION BUDGET FINANCIAL IMPACT Volume ....0 Page 173 VOTE ON MOTION Ayes: Abell, G. Stevens, W. Stevens, Heinrichs Noes: Bonney, Johnson, Milligan MOTION CARRIED 4 Ayes, 3 Noes Presiding Officer Heinrichs announced that no action was anticipated as a result of the executive session. At 11:37 p.m. Presiding Officer Heinrichs recessed the regular meeting and convened the executive session. At 11:58 p.m. Presiding Officer Heinrichs recessed the executive session and reconvened the regular meeting. Per Boro Code, a motion was necessary to extend the time of the meeting. G. STEVENS, moved to extend the seconded by MILLIGAN meeting to 12:30 a.m. VOTE ON MOTION TO EXTEND MOTION CARRIED Unanimous voice vote At 11:59 p.m. Presiding Officer Heinrichs recessed the regular meeting and convened the executive session. At 12:22 a.m. Presiding Officer Heinrichs recessed the executive session and reconvened the regular meeting. There being no further business to come before the Assembly, the meeting adjourned at 12:23 a.m. ATTEST: W Oren a_ . /7m417-04 Donna F. Smith, CMC /AAE Borough Clerk Adopted: 05 /01/97 Regular Assembly Meeting April 3, 1997 Robin Heinrichs Presiding Officer ADJOURNMENT Volume XXQ Page 174