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1997-08-21 Regular MeetingKODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 A regular meeting of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly was held August 21, 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 Father Paul Smith of St. James Episcopal Church, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. There were present: Robin Heinrichs, Presiding Tom Abell Tuck Bonney Bob Johnson Mike Milligan (arrived at 7:38 p.m.) Gary Stevens absent: Wayne Stevens comprising a quorum of the Assembly; and Jerome Selby, Mayor Donna Smith CMC /AAE, Clerk Judi Nielsen CMC, Deputy Clerk APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA JOHNSON, moved to approve the seconded by BONNEY agenda and consent agenda. Clerk Smith read the items for consideration under "Consent Agenda". VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION CARRIED Unanimous voice vote APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. K.I.B. Assembly Meetings of July 24 and August 7, 1997. G. STEVENS, seconded by BONNEY Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 moved to approve the minutes of July 24 and August 7, 1997. REGULAR MEETING ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES Volume 30GII Page 55 Assemblymember Johnson said the August 7 minutes did not reflect his arrival after the start of the meeting. Clerk Smith said the error had been detected and the minutes would be corrected. VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE AS CORRECTED MOTION CARRIED Unanimous CITIZENS' COMMENTS A. Agenda Items Not Scheduled For Public Hearing And General Comments. David Williams, engineering manager with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, invited residents to attend the Corps' August 22 open house at St. Herman's Theological Seminary. Discussion would focus on the removal of PCB contaminated soil and oil tanks at Buskin Beach, Woody Island, Long Island, the Cape Chiniak tracking station, and Artillery Hill. Diana Buffington phoned to say that representatives of Congress were in Kodiak, and that she had read a pamphlet that explained the principles of government. She said many people felt government was not effective. She did not like the negative comments about the Alaskans For Tax Reform. Dale Rice, Womens Bay Fire Department chief, said Ordinance No. 97 -15 was a joint effort with Bayside Fire Chief Earl Smith and City Fire Chief Mike Dolph to establish guidelines to reduce uncontrolled burns. This ordinance mirrored the City's ordinance to ensure that the regulations were the same. Assemblymember Milligan arrived at 7:38 p.m. Jennie Day Peterson, IBEW representative, thanked the Assembly for their attention to Resolution No. 97 -29. She did not know the impact of publishing employees' wages, although releasing wages was acceptable under federal and state law. She saw a need to review each situation individually. She said the resolution tied the mayor's hands. Assemblymember G. Stevens felt the public had a right to know the salary of management. In response to his question, Ms. Day Peterson said it was preferable to exclude hourly paid union employees. parry Altenhof supported Resolution No. 97 -38. He said the grant funds would be used to provide an additional 15 workstations and to purchase AutoCad Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 CITIZENS' COMMENTS Volume XXIII Page 56 software. During the past five years, the drafting program had been upgraded closer to the industry standard so that students would learn solid skills. Betty Walters, superintendent of schools, said this would encourage students to take vocational education programs that would assist them as they entered adulthood. The goal at the high school was to prepare students for a better start in life. Woody Koning supported drafting classes as a way to invest in students, the education program, and the community. Chris Helms complimented Mr. Altenhof for working wonders with the AutoCad program. He was glad to see the high school upgrading to industry standards. He was confused because he could not see how publishing employees' wages could be used as a budget tool. He saw a need to pull the community together. Rexene Olson phoned in support of the high school drafting classes. She did not want to see employees' wages published, but if they were published, she wanted union employees excluded. Lila Koplin, Borough employee, said that publishing employees' wages would promote negativity in the community. She felt employees had a right to privacy. In response to Assemblymember Johnson, Ms. Koplin said she felt that people started with a noble cause to reduce taxes and then attacked Borough employees who were a minute percentage of the Borough budget. Assemblymember G. Stevens said that, as a University of Alaska employee, his salary was published. He did not feel that secrecy worked. Ms. Koplin said it was important to ensure that employees provided service to residents, but specific salaries were not their business. Lorna Arndt phoned. She said Borough employees must be ashamed of their wages. She wanted the union thrown out. She contended that her taxes paid Borough wages and she had the right to know. She agreed with Assemblymember G. Stevens' comments. Chris Nielsen said it was mean spirited to publish wages. He felt it was easy to determine who the Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 57 employee was by the job description. He saw a need to work together to ensure civility. Bruce Buffington phoned to say that for public employees, the public was the boss. He was tired of hearing people blame the school district for the Borough's financial woes. He wanted overtime, fringe benefits, comp time, per diem, and personal use of Borough vehicles published. When Assemblymember G. Stevens asked about rumors of nuclear waste in Kodiak, Mr. Williams said he had not heard of any nuclear waste in Kodiak. When Assemblymember Abell asked about the plan for other contaminated sites, Mr. Williams invited the community to attend the open house where questions would be answered in depth. He noted that the work centered around sites abandoned by the Department of Defense. Jack Hill phoned. He expected no negative impact if employees' wages were made public. He knew Borough employees were hard workers, but there was a need to erase any secrecy and doubt. Betty Fitzjearl believed that the school district and the city of Kodiak had an open policy to disclose wages and the Borough should be the same. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Mayor Selby presented a plaque to George W. "Corky" McCorkle in recognition of 32 years of outstanding service to the Kodiak Island community from 1963 to 1995 as the City of Kodiak harbor master. Mr. McCorkle was in town for the dedication of the new St. Herman Harbor breakwater. Mr. McCorkle recognized Assemblymember G. Stevens for participating in the task force that initiated the breakwater task force. He was proud to have been a public employee. Assemblymember Johnson appreciated Mr. McCorkle for presenting a history of the breakwater project at the dedication ceremony. He felt Kodiak was a great town. COMMITTEE REPORTS Donna Bell, Personnel Advisory Board chair, reported that Borough employees attended the recent Board meeting to express concerns about Resolution Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS COMMITTEE REPORTS Volume XXIII Page 58 No. 97 -29 to disclose wages. The employees felt they were losing their right to privacy. The Board unanimously recommended that the Assembly defeat the resolution and maintain the policy of releasing only salary ranges. Assemblymember Milligan, Hospital Advisory Board representative, noted that Doug Bruce, Providence CEO, attended the recent Board meeting. He announced that Stan Thompson, hospital director of environmental services, had a heart attack. Providence had lower insurance rates than the Borough and that should be reviewed. The Commitment to Caring campaign continued. During discussion, it appeared that Providence was not ready to take over mental health services. The Board also discussed the fact that a large portion of the accounts receivable were over 120 days old. The hospital budget presented reflected a two percent overall rate increase. In response to Presiding Officer Heinrichs, Mayor Selby said a two percent increase was well below the five to six percent overall increase in health care nationally. Assemblymember Johnson said the Town Meeting would focus on education. He hoped for many people to be involved to gain insight on education needs. He invited the public to attend the Saturday meetings. He said that he, John Miller, and Matt Holmstrom were the co- chairmen. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING All ordinances and resolutions presented at this meeting were introduced by title only and copies made available to the public. A. Ordinance No. 97 -15 Adding Chapter 8.30 ORDINANCE Incinerators and Open Burning to the Kodiak NO. 97 -15 Island Borough Code of Ordinances Title 8 Health and Safety. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 97 -15 that, if adopted, provided an efficient area -wide regulation to open burning. MILLIGAN, moved to adopt seconded by G. SEVENS Ordinance No. 97 -15. Mayor Selby said this was a joint effort of the fire districts to issue burn permits. This mirrored the Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 59 city of Kodiak requirement and it was recommended to adopt the ordinance as presented. Presiding Officer Heinrichs called for public testimony; hearing and seeing none, he reconvened the regular meeting. JOHNSON, seconded by MILLIGAN moved to amend Ordinance No. 97 -15 by replacing section 8.30.030A with the following words: "A. A standard 55 gallon oil drum, 18 gauge, provided that: 1. the bottom of the drum be perforated with sufficient holes to provide draft adequate for the complete burning of combustible materials; 2. The drum be raised above the ground and supported with non combustible material so that there is adequate circulation for the draft to function; and 3. A screen top of not more than i inch mesh is used to cover the open top of drum whenever trash is being burned." Subsection B would remain the same. Assemblymember Johnson felt the requirement for a specific number of holes in an oil drum was inordinate, complex, and pusillanimous. Assemblymember Milligan agreed with Assemblymember Johnson. He felt, that as administrative law, the person receiving the ticket would have the burden to prove innocence. He heard that sparks from four - wheelers started fires. He knew that under high fire conditions, people were ordered not to burn. Assemblymember G. Stevens said Mayor Selby noted the need for continuity. In response to his question, Chief Rice said the city requirement was stricter but he did not foresee a problem if changed. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 60 Assemblymember Johnson felt the ordinance was cumbersome and difficult to enforce. He wanted to make it easy for the public. Chief Rice was concerned about fire hazards. The city of Kodiak would inform residents if burning was allowed on any given day. VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND Ayes: Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT AS AMENDED Ayes: Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Heinrichs Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Abell, Heinrichs MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR MESSAGES FROM MAYOR Mayor Selby reported that there was $800,000 in capital improvements funds for 17 projects that included the Sargent Creek drainage, the Island Lake Creek trail, the Borough recreation complex, the BMX bike track, and the little league field. Remodel of the old KMXT space to classroom space was underway. A contract to replace the air - handling system would be to the Assembly on September 4. Peterson Elementary School addition capital matching grants totaled $900,000 and there was $5 million on hand. The roof would be replaced. The state fire marshall required installation of a better fire access which would cost an additional $200,000. He needed direction from the Assembly to develop a funding proposal. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 61 With regard to the previous Peterson Elementary School remodel, MKB was notified, and he hoped the subcontractors would be paid. The Near Island Research Facility construction was two days ahead of schedule. The hospital project was ahead of schedule and under budget. He would have total figures to the Assembly in September. The Borough received $125,000 from the Murdoch Charitable Trust. The fiscal year 1997 general fund was closed out with a surplus. He commended village residents for their efforts on the solid waste management plan for all of Kodiak Island. He said the final report would include a request for additional grants from the Exxon Valdez Trustee Council. With the new software, the Borough was able to save over $700,000 by tracking invoices and receiving discounts for early payment. There were also interest returns from investments. Good news was that the school district payroll was on the system. The cost benefit analysis indicated that the Borough would recover the cost of the software in five years or less. With the economy in Kodiak, it was good news that the Economic Development Committee had projects that would create employment opportunities for people on welfare. The employment opportunities included teacher aides and jobs for village residents. Because salmon returns were low, there was a need to work with community members who were dependent on their salmon catch to make it through the winter. He thanked Kodiak Garden Club members for their work on Constitution Park. Their efforts at landscaping the hospital grounds saved over $100,000 and was a show of real community spirit. McCarthy SDL donated $19,000 in shipping for the brick wall and arctic fencing material. There was also an at- cost -rate for the hydro seeding, which spoke well of the community. Next summer, cruise ships would bring 6,500 visitors to Kodiak. He encouraged residents to work to show the visitors what a great community we have. Contaminated soil at the landfill was remediated. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume 3CIIII Page 62 He appreciated Providence for creating a sound financial picture for the hospital. The Borough's earning share was $38,000 at the end of fiscal year 1997. The $70,000 received from the state of Alaska for revenue sharing would be used to purchase equipment. In response to Assemblymember Milligan, Mayor Selby said the cost of the Borough software package was $373,000. There would be some cost for training on an as- needed basis. He was pleased with the results. At Assemblymember Milligan's inquiry, Mayor Selby said he would have a full report in September on the cost of asbestos abatement at the hospital. The total cost of the hospital addition and renovation was $22 million. If the Borough absorbed the cost of the asbestos abatement, the hospital would still be under budget. Assemblymember Johnson thanked Mayor Selby for a fantastic report. At his question, Mayor Selby said the rough rocky area in front of the hospital would be landscaped next spring. After a ten minute recess at 9:11 p.m., Presiding Officer Heinrichs reconvened the regular meeting. OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS A. Resolution No. 97 -29 Clarifying Kodiak Island RESOLUTION Borough Policy Relative to Alaska Public Records NO. 97 -29 Law and the Disclosure of Employee's Wage Information. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -29 that, if adopted, allowed disclosure of individual salaries of Kodiak Island Borough employees. The motion to adopt Resolution No. 97 -29 was before the Assembly. Mayor Selby said the Personnel Advisory Board (PAB) met and unanimously recommended defeating the resolution. His annual salary was $77,000 and that was published in the Annual Report. He had been with the Borough for fourteen years but was the lowest paid of three chief executives, and the other two had been in office for two years. In response to Assemblymember Milligan, Mayor Selby said the name and wage of 14 employees were published in the Annual Report as a requirement of the Government Finance Officers Association. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 63 Assemblymember Johnson felt the issue had been blown out of proportion and created an atmosphere where employees felt defensive. He saw no need to provide more than the position titles and salary ranges. He considered the recommendation of the PAB as valuable. Assemblymember Bonney brought forth the issue. When Mayor Selby was out of town, he was refused the wage information that would have been helpful during the budget process. He saw no policy in the Personnel Rules and Regulations that prohibited disclosure of specific names and wages. He said the issue was not to publish wages in the paper, it was not a witch hunt, and there was no desire to cause employee strife. He noted the Borough attorney's opinion on the obligation to provide the numbers. He wanted an open door policy. Assemblymember Milligan was looking for a compelling reason to overrule the PAB decision. He respected Assemblymember Bonney for looking for the fat in the budget, but the issue had been taken over by people who were against the employees. He saw school district employees' salaries as the bulk of the budget. Assemblymember G. Stevens agreed that this was blown out of proportion; however, he felt the public had a right to know. He said it was not a witch hunt and the union and employees were not the issue. He felt secrecy did not work and individual privacy was lost when employees were paid by the public. Assemblymember Abell appreciated Assemblymember Bonney's explanation. He respected the PAB's recommendation. The wage information was provided to the Assembly at a work session, and he felt this was a misunderstanding that was very well aired. Assemblymember Bonney contended that Mayor Selby did not have the authority to decide who received the information. Assemblymember Johnson considered the feelings of Borough employees and the PAB recommendation. In response to Assemblymember Abell, Mayor Selby said the names and specific pay was always available and provided to the Assembly. He added that there could be a direct conflict with regulated personnel law. Responding to Assemblymember Bonney, Mayor Selby said the information included longevity pay. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 64 Assemblymember Milligan said this was good discussion and time well spent. Assemblymember Bonney ran for assembly because he did not like the "good ole boy" network. He would continue to force issues to public forum. G. STEVENS, seconded by BONNEY moved to postpone Resolution No. 97 -29 to the September 4, 1997 regular meeting. Assemblymember Milligan spoke against postponement. He felt enough information had been provided. He wanted to see exit interviews when employees left the Borough. Assemblymembers Johnson and Abell spoke against postponement. Assemblymember G. Stevens contended that postponement would allow a full Assembly to make a decision. VOTE ON MOTION TO POSTPONE Ayes: G. Stevens, Bonney Noes: Absent: W. Stevens MOTION FAILED 2 Ayes, 4 Noes VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: G. Stevens, Bonney Noes: Milligan, Abell, Johnson, Heinrichs Absent: W. Stevens MOTION FAILED 2 Ayes, 4 Noes B. Contract No. 97 -46 Jackson Lane Resurfacing CONTRACT Project. NO. 97 -46 The motion to award Contract No. 97 -46 Jackson Lane Resurfacing Project to A -K Construction Company of Kodiak in an amount not to exceed $19,800 was before the Assembly. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Johnson, Milligan, Abell, Heinrichs Volume XXIII Page 65 Mayor Selby said the Service District No. 1 Board recommended awarding the bid. A change order was recommended for an additional 100 feet of paving. Assemblymember Bonney wanted to see the change order first. Assemblymember G. Stevens reiterated that the award was not to exceed $19,800. Assemblymember Abell declared a conflict of interest because his employer was Brechan Enterprises, a bidder on the contract. In response to Presiding Officer Heinrichs, Assemblymember Abell said this would not affect him financially. Presiding Officer Heinrichs ruled no conflict of interest. The Assembly voiced no objection. With the need for a change order, Assemblymember Abell said he preferred re- bidding the project. Assemblymember Bonney was concerned about voting on a contract that was different than the one before the Assembly. He also thought to re -bid. Responding to Assemblymember G. Stevens, Mayor Selby suggested awarding the contract and bid the additional work in the spring. VOTE ON MOTION TO AWARD Ayes: G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, Heinrichs Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous NEW BUSINESS A. CONTRACTS CONTRACTS None. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 NEW BUSINESS Volume XXBI Page 66 B. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution No. 97 -32 Adopting a Capital RESOLUTION Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 1999 NO. 97 -23 Through 2003 and Establishing Capital Project Priorities. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -32 that, if adopted, established the top capital project priorities for the Kodiak Island Borough for the five -year capital improvement program. G. STEVENS, moved to adopt seconded by JOHNSON Resolution No. 97 -32. Mayor Selby said this was similar to the resolution adopted last year; however, the Service District No. 1 water and sewer was eliminated because assets were transferred to the city of Kodiak and the Pasagshak "S" Curve, transfer of the Mark Air Terminal, and the Larsen Bay breakwater were added. The cost of the Anton Larsen Road switchback was reduced from $8 million to $1 million by not relocating the road. He said the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended moving the Larsen Bay Breakwater from No. 10 to No. 9, and to add a gear storage facility as No. 10. He suggested adding fairground improvements for a new water and septic system and building improvements at $120,000. In response to Assemblymember G. Stevens, Mayor Selby said the legislature chose to fund projects so it was important to identify projects in the resolution. BONNEY, seconded by MILLIGAN Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 moved to amend Resolution No. 97 -32 by removing item No. 9 Transfer of the Mark Air Terminal, and renumber all subsequent items accordingly. Assemblymember G. Stevens viewed this as an academic process. In response to his question about the fairgrounds, Mayor Selby said that if the legislature funded fairgrounds, the Borough could accept funds for the project. Assemblymember G. Stevens felt the top ten items were the most important and there was no need to argue about the placement of the remaining items. Volume 3XIII Page 67 Assemblymember Milligan saw this as a good exercise for new Assemblymembers, and he could see some of the items receiving funds. In response to Assemblymember Johnson, Mayor Selby said the Mark Air Terminal was owned by the State of Alaska. He said the terminal could be appropriated as an asset transfer and there would be no budget impact to the state. He added that there was an application for a $1 million grant for renovation Assemblymember Johnson spoke against the amendment. Acquisition of the terminal was before the Assembly previously and people objected in that it should be a private enterprise. However, the price was too high and no one in the private sector was able to purchase the building. This was the time to use state funds for the remodel and lease the building. Assemblymember Bonney saw this as a controversial issue that the community should speak to. ABELL, seconded by MILLIGAN moved to amend the amendment by switching item No. 9 Transfer of Mark Air Terminal with item No. 23 Spruce Cape Road Upgrade /Walkway. When Assemblymember Johnson questioned the propriety of the amendment, Clerk Smith explained that if the amendment passed and the motion as amended passed, No. 9 would be eliminated. She recommended that the motion be withdrawn and the Assembly take action on the original amendment. MOTION WITHDRAWN concurrence of second Assemblymember Milligan said Borough acquisition of the terminal did not receive a strong backing from the community; however, he felt the fishermen would benefit. He felt it should be reviewed in a more formal manner. Assemblymember G. Stevens opposed the amendment. Assemblymember Bonney was concerned that the public would not have input. Assemblymember Johnson felt the public had an opportunity to review this, and this was a question of whether the community wanted to accept funds to improve the property. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XX II Page 68 In response to Assemblymember G. Stevens, Mayor Selby said this would allow Representative Austerman and Senator Mackie to work towards the transfer. If funds were offered, the Assembly could vote to accept or not accept the funds. Assemblymember Bonney withdrew his amendment. As the second to the amendment, Assemblymember Milligan did not concur. The amendment to replace the Larsen Bay breakwater as No. 9 was before the Assembly. VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND Ayes: Noes: G. STEVENS, seconded by MILLIGAN Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Abell, Bonney, Milligan Johnson, G. Stevens, Heinrichs Absent: W. Stevens MOTION FAILED 3 Ayes, 3 Noes ABELL, moved to amend seconded by BONNEY Resolution No. 97 -32 by switching item No. 9 Transfer of Mark Air Terminal with item No. 23 Spruce Cape Road Upgrade /Walkway. Assemblymember Abell did not want to give the impression that item No. 9 was a priority. Assemblymember Milligan supported the amendment. VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND Ayes: Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Abell, Heinrichs Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous moved to amend Resolution No. 97 -32 by adding the Kodiak Fairground Water & Septic System at $120,000 as item No. 11 and renumber all Volume 3XGII Page 69 subsequent items accordingly. Assemblymember G. Stevens felt it was important to include the fairground. Assemblymember Milligan saw the fairground as a community asset. VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND Ayes: Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Heinrichs Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT AS AMENDED Ayes: Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Milligan, G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Heinrichs 2. Resolution 97 -33 Establishing a Joint RESOLUTION Kodiak Island Borough /City of Kodiak Fiscal NO. 97 -33 Year 1999 Capital Improvements Project Priority List. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -33 that, if adopted, established a list of the top five projects each from the Borough and City as a primary lobbying document for the Juneau lobbyist during the next legislative session. JOHNSON, moved to adopt seconded by MILLIGAN Resolution No. 97 -33. Mayor Selby said the list was comprised of the top five projects of the city and of the borough. Assemblymember Milligan was concerned that the Karluk Landfill and Sewer Upgrade was not higher on the list because there was a great need for the upgrade. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 70 VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, Heinrichs Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous 3. Resolution No. 97 -34 Requesting Fiscal Year RESOLUTION 1999 Capital Projects Funding Under the NO. 97 -34 Municipal Capital Project Matching Grant Program. (Peterson Elementary School) Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -34 that, if adopted, requested funding for the Peterson Elementary School addition construction in the amount of $130,000. Resolution No. 97 -34 was adopted under "Consent Agenda". 4. Resolution No. 97 -35 Accepting the Fiscal RESOLUTION Year 1998 Municipal Capital Matching Grant. NO. 97 -35 (Peterson Elementary School Addition) Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -35 that, if adopted, accepted $129,230 from the State of Alaska Municipal Capital Project Matching Grant Program for Peterson Elementary School. Resolution No. 97 -34 was adopted under "Consent Agenda". 5. Resolution No. 97 -36 Accepting the Fiscal RESOLUTION Year 1998 Municipal Capital Matching Grant. NO. 97 -36 (Kodiak Island Hospital Construction) Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -36 that, if adopted, accepted $61,505 from the State of Alaska Municipal Capital Project Matching Grant Program for Kodiak Island Hospital Construction. JOHNSON, moved to adopt seconded by G. STEVENS Resolution No. 97 -36. Mayor Selby said the grant funds were increased on the last day of the legislature. The funds would be used to complete the renovation of the hospital. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 71 VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Heinrichs 6. Resolution No. 97 -37 Approving the Kodiak RESOLUTION Island Overall Economic Development Program NO. 97 -37 Annual Report for Fiscal Year 1997. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -37 that, if adopted, approved that the fiscal year 1998 Annual Report be submitted to the U.S. Economic Development Administration for their review and approval. Resolution No. 97 -37 was adopted under "Consent Agenda". 7. Resolution No. 97 -38 Authorizing a RESOLUTION Vocational Education Incentive Grant for NO. 97 -38 the Kodiak Island Borough School District. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -38 that, if adopted, authorized receipt of a Vocational Education Incentive Grant not to exceed $50,000 for the purpose of bringing the computer aided drafting technology into the Kodiak High School curriculum during the fiscal year 1998 school year. G. STEVENS, moved to adopt seconded by ABELL Resolution No. 97 -38. Mayor Selby deferred to Presiding Officer Heinrichs. Presiding Officer Heinrichs expressed concern that students not bound for college would graduate from high school without learning life skills. He benefited from a great high school education and felt that carpentry and repair skills were essential. He hoped this would begin a cooperative agreement to enhance that form of education. Assemblymember G. Stevens felt this was a great way to place emphasis on vocational education. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 72 VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: Noes: None Absent: W. Stevens MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, G. Stevens, Abell, Heinrichs 8. Resolution No. 97 -39 Between the Kodiak RESOLUTION Island Borough and Sisters of Providence in NO. 97 -39 Washington D /B /A Providence Health System in Alaska for Lease of the Kodiak Island Borough Mental Health Center. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 97 -39 that, if adopted, leased the Kodiak Island Borough Mental Health Center to the Sisters of Providence as of November 1, 1997 under the terms and conditions of the lease. JOHNSON, moved to adopt seconded by BONNEY Resolution No. 97 -39. Mayor Selby said that staff worked hard to make the Center profitable; however, problems with third party payers created a scenario where the Borough had to subsidized the Center. Now the budget was tighter and state grant funds were reduced. The Mental Health Center Advisory Board (MHCAB) would be retained, and they recommended the Assembly adopt the resolution. Providence would take over operations of the Center on November 1, 1997. Assemblymember Milligan did not realize that the MHCAB reviewed the resolution. He had not seen any minutes from the meeting. Assemblymember Bonney reported that he attended the MHCAB meeting where the vote was unanimous. He noted that the Borough would pay Providence $400,000 for student care. In response to his question, Mayor Selby said there would be a close out of the bad debt; however, the Borough would maintain the accounts receivable. Assemblymember G. Stevens appreciated Mayor Selby's efforts to have the service provided without great expense to the Borough. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Volume XXIII Page 73 Assemblymember Johnson, as a founder of the Mental Health Center, was pleased that the service would continue to be provided. Assemblymember Milligan felt the MHCAB was an asset and he was concerned about not meeting with them. MILLIGAN, seconded by ABELL Assemblymember Johnson saw no Board, as they had made their Assemblymember Bonney wanted recommended review in a year. VOTE ON MOTION TO POSTPONE Ayes: Noes: Absent: MOTION FAILED MILLIGAN, seconded by BONNEY VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND Ayes: Noes: Absent: MOTION CARRIED Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 moved to postpone Resolution No. 97 -39 to the September 18 regular meeting to allow the Assembly to meet with the Mental Health Center Advisory Board. need to meet with the recommendation. to move forward, and he Milligan G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, G. Stevens, Heinrichs W. Stevens 1 Ayes, 5 Noes moved to amend Resolution No. 97 -39 by changing the September 30, 1997 date on page 2 to October 31, 1997. Milligan, G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Heinrichs None W. Stevens Unanimous Volume XXIII Page 74 VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT AS AMENDED Ayes: Noes: Absent: MOTION CARRIED C. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION A. B. MINUTES OF OTHER MEETINGS REPORTS Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 G. Stevens, Abell, Bonney, Johnson, Milligan, Heinrichs None W. Stevens Unanimous 1. Ordinance No. 97 -16 Placing the Question of Extending the Fire Protection Area No. 1 (Bayside Volunteer Fire Department) Boundaries on the October 7, 1997 Ballot. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 97 -16 that, if adopted, placed on the October 7, 1997 ballot the question of extending the boundaries of Fire Protection Area No. 1 to include all the area from the city limits to the end of Monashka Bay Road. Ordinance No. 97 -16 was advanced to public hearing on September 4, 1997 under "Consent Agenda ". D. OTHER ITEMS None. INFORMATIONAL MATERIALS (No action required) 1. Airport Advisory Committee Meeting of March 3, 1997. 2. Fire Protection Area No. 1 Board Meeting of July 1, 1997. 3. MIS Steering Committee Meeting of April 9, 1997. 4. Kodiak Island Borough School District Board Special Meeting of August 4, 1997. 5. Architectural Review Board Meeting of July 9, 1997. 1. KIBSD Summary of August 4, 1997 Special Meeting. 2. Engineering /Facilities Department July 1997 Project Report. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION OTHER ITEMS INFORMATIONAL MATERIALS MINUTES OF OTHER MEETINGS REPORTS Volume XX II Page 75 C. OTHER None. CITIZENS' COMMENTS Diana Buffington phoned. She regretted that the Assembly did not adopt Resolution No. 97 -29. She felt there was a misconception because she had never asked for a list of wages. She had nothing against Borough employees but felt the public had the right to know, and the city and school district provided wage information. The Alaskans for Tax Reform had bi- weekly meetings. The core membership was 15 -16 members but as many as 60 -70 people had attended the meetings. Betty Walters, superintendent of schools, thanked the Assembly for supporting the AutoCad program at the high school. She anticipated that mental health services at the schools would continue as in the past. Norm Wooten, school board member, said the improved vocation education program at the high school was a goal of the school board and the superintendent. Chris Helms appreciated the support for the students. He felt it was a wise investment that was good for the soul of the community. He thanked the Assembly for listening to all issues. He felt there was more rapport and respect among the assembly members. ASSEMBLYMEMBER COMMENTS ASSEMBLYMEMBER COMMENTS Assemblymember Milligan noted that the nominating period for candidates for assembly, school board, and service district boards was open until August 29. He encouraged people to run for public office and to call him if they had any questions about serving on the assembly. He felt fortunate to be able to substitute teach. He thanked Mr. Altenhof for his efforts as a teacher. He had substituted in Mr. Altenhof's class and noted that the students actually came to class early. Assemblymember G. Stevens wanted to discuss Peterson Elementary School and teacher aides with the school board. Superintendent Walters was asked to comment at the next work session. Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 OTHER CITIZENS' COMMENTS Volume XXIII Page 76 Assemblymember Johnson said the Town Meeting would focus on teacher aides in the schools. He hoped residents were enthusiastic about the meeting. Assemblymember Abell wanted to discuss the NIRF value engineering at the next work session. He appreciated his wife on this day, their 25th wedding anniversary. Presiding Officer Heinrichs read an Alaska Business Weekly article on Randy Erickson and Mike Anderson's pursuit of a patent and marketing for a new machine to repair tire chains. He congratulated Mr. McCorkle for his involvement in the new breakwater. He extended best wishes to Stan Thompson, and his family, for his speedy recovery. He was pleased that the vocational education resolution was adopted. He hoped for cooperation between the borough, school district, and private enterprise to enhance opportunities for students to experience real job skills. Presiding Officer Heinrichs announced that the assembly would meet in a work session on Thursday, August 28 at 7:30 pm in the borough conference room, and a regular meeting on Thursday, September 4 at 7:30 pm in the assembly chambers. Members of the assembly would be traveling to Ouzinkie on Friday, August 22, weather permitting, and to Akhiok and Old Harbor on Friday, August 29, weather permitting. He announced that petitions to file for seats on the assembly, school board, and service area boards were available in the clerk's office. The filing period was August 11 through 29. The regular municipal election was October 7. There being no further business to come before the Assembly, the meeting adjourned at 11:17 p.m. a96‘4/ Robin Hei richs Presiding Officer ATTEST: (D mt , D onna F. Smith, CMC /AAE Borough Clerk Regular Assembly Meeting August 21, 1997 Adopted: 09 /04/97 ADJOURNMENT Volume XXIII Page 77