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1995-12-07 Regular MeetingKODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 A regular meeting of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly was held December 7, 1995 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 the Fisherman Episcopal Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Kodiak Cub Scout Pack 323, Den 6 Webelos Scouts. Hannah Broussard, assistant Den Leader, said the Scouts were earning points towards a citizenship badge by learning about government, the flag, and the rights and duties of a citizen. She introduced Scouts Jordan Cubbedge, Bryce Lund, and Joey Rodriguez. There were present: Gary Stevens, Presiding John Burt Suzanne Hancock Robin Heinrichs Bob Johnson Jack McFarland Mike Milligan comprising a quorum of the Assembly; and Jerome Selby, Mayor Donna Smith CMC, Clerk Judi Nielsen, Deputy Clerk APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF AGENDA McFARLAND, moved to approve seconded by MILLIGAN the agenda. VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION CARRIED APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. K.I.B. Assembly Special Meeting of November 9 and Regular Meeting of November 21, 1995. HEINRICHS, seconded by MILLIGAN Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Unanimous voice vote moved to approve the minutes of November 9 and 21, 1995. REGULAR MEETING ROLL CALL Volume XX Page 268 VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION CARRIED AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS A. Employee of the Month CITIZENS' COMMENTS Unanimous voice vote Mayor Jerome Selby presented the Employee of the Month Award to Vivian Brumbaugh, cashier in the Finance Department. Mayor Selby announced receipt of the Alaska Municipal League /Joint Insurance Association Platinum Award for the Kodiak Island Hospital and Care Facility for no insurance claims, as well as the Silver Award for the Kodiak Island Borough and Bronze Award for the Kodiak Island Borough School District for limited insurance claims. Mary Monk, hospital finance officer, accepted the Platinum Award. A. Agenda Items Not Scheduled For Public Hearing Scott Arndt spoke against Resolution No. 95 -44. He said residents voted on the $9 million hospital bond with the understanding that the state would match that amount. He contended that construction began without the $9 million from the state and now games were being played. He voted against the hospital bond because he did not feel all facts were presented to the voters. He said school debt retirement funds were used to a point where there was no buffer left. He argued that $9 million was actually needed: $3 million to return funds to the school debt retirement fund, $3 million to finish construction of the new facility, $2 million to renovate the existing facility, and $1 million for equipment. He wanted the voters to decide. Presiding Officer Stevens appreciated Mr. Arndt's comments and said the Assembly would attempt to address his concerns. Assemblymember Milligan said the state was mandated to provide health care and that going to the voters let the state off- the -hook. Mr. Arndt agreed that the state had an obligation but contended that the $9 million was not received and he was concerned about a potential IOU. He disagreed that demobilization would cost $.5 million because only a forklift, incidental tools, and personnel were Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH AML /JIA AWARDS CITIZENS' COMMENTS Volume XX Page 269 affected. He said the 95 percent drawings were not received until steel was erected. He did not want the building left without protection from the elements but he felt reassessment was needed. He was concerned that the Near Island Research Facility would be built under the same conditions. Date Soughers wanted to know what the first hospital site and plans cost. He noted that access to North Star Elementary School was lower than forecast in the original plans. B. Items Other Than Those Appearing on the Agenda None. COMMITTEE REPORTS COMMITTEE REPORTS Assemblymember Burt attended the Kodiak High School Parent Advisory Committee meeting where eliminating drugs and violence in the schools was discussed. 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. 95 -08 Amending TITLE 2 ORDINANCE ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL by Adding CHAPTER NO. 95 - 08 2.49 ARTS COUNCIL ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 95 -08 that, if adopted, created an Arts Council Advisory Committee to supervise an enterprise fund to include the executive director in the Kodiak Island Borough payroll and benefits package. McFARLAND, moved to adopt seconded by MILLIGAN Ordinance No. 95 -08. Mayor Selby said the ordinance created a committee to serve in an advisory capacity in the administration of an Arts Council enterprise fund. He said funds would be used to pay the salary and benefits of the Arts Council executive director. MILLIGAN, seconded by McFARLAND Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 moved to amend Ordinance No. 95 -08 by changing in section 2.49.030 in Chapter 2.49 the code reference citation "2.16.120" to "2.17.030 ". PUBLIC HEARING Volume XX Page 270 Presiding Officer Stevens opened the public hearing. Susan Oliver, Kodiak Arts Council Board president, appreciated the Assembly's time, advice and comments. She felt the Arts Council cooperated with the schools to provide exciting arts in the community. Rick Langfitt, Community Schools supervisor, said the Arts Council benefited Kodiak residents and staff assisted at the auditorium. He felt the Arts Council had a strong tie with the school district and gave a synopsis of the arts programs available to students. Dale Soughers did not favor or oppose the ordinance. At his questions, Presiding Officer Stevens explained that the ordinance addressed the position, not the individual, and was annually reviewed. Scott Arndt remembered that Assemblymember Johnson said the concept was innovative and creative, and he did not disagree but felt other residents would appreciate the same benefits. J,orna Arndt telephoned. She said the Arts Council benefited the schools and potentially the School District should be responsible. She argued that there was a cost to taxpayers because additional paperwork was created. Alan Austerman contended that it was a non - profit issue and a policy issue and that the Borough and City already contributed funds to non - profits. He understood the frustration of non - profits but felt they should not receive benefits through the Borough. He asked the Assembly to view non - profits as a whole and ensure that all were treated equally. He said once policy was set, it would be difficult to refuse other non - profits asking for the same benefits. pat Branson, Kodiak Senior Citizens Center director, said it would be nice if all non - profits received benefits through the Borough but she knew of no other non - profit that actively participated with the schools. She said non - profits collaborated to secure benefits. Presiding Officer Stevens closed the public hearing and reconvened the regular meeting. Mayor Selby responded to Assemblymember Burt that the amendment corrected a Code reference. He added that meetings were open to the public except for executive session where personnel concerns could be discussed. Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Volume XX Page 271 VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous Burt, Hancock, Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Stevens Assemblymember Milligan said it was a controversial issue that was similar to one face by Benjamin Franklin when he suggested that public libraries were needed. He said the Assembly was mandated to provide: education for the community. He referred to property donated by the borough for the Salonie Creek Rifle Range and agricultural research. Assemblymember Burt said he definitely wanted to go on record opposing the ordinance so that when the lawsuits came, he would not be a party to them. HANCOCK, seconded by HEINRICHS moved to postpone Ordinance No. 95 -08 to the first regular meeting in January, 1996. Assemblyember Hancock felt that valid concerns were voiced. She said the attorney's opinion had not alleviated her concerns, and she felt the Assembly might be voting hastily. Assemblymember McFarland agreed that the attorney's opinion did not address potential liability. Mayor Selby pointed out that insurance coverage for the director expired December 31. He reaffirmed that the position was exempt from the union. McFARLAND, seconded by MILLIGAN Assemblymember McFarland explained his amendment in that time constraints were considered. Assemblymember Burt felt many were without insurance coverage and this was a special concession. Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 moved to amend the amendment to postpone to the December 21, 1995 regular meeting. Volume XX Page 272 VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND THE AMENDMENT Ayes: Noes: Burt MOTION CARRIED 6 Ayes, 1 No Assemblymember Johnson argued that many communities hired arts directors that provided a valuable service. He agreed, however, that postponement was appropriate because doubts were expressed. Assemblymember Burt contended that every taxpayer provided a service to the community. Assemblymember Hancock supported the concept but felt specific answers from the attorney were needed. JOHNSON, seconded by MILLIGAN VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND THE AMENDMENT Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous VOTE ON MOTION TO POSTPONE AS AMENDED Ayes: Noes: Burt Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Hancock, Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Stevens moved to amend the amendment by inserting the words: "to public hearing ". Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Burt, Hancock, Stevens Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Hancock, Heinrichs, Stevens MOTION CARRIED 6 Ayes, 1 No B. Resolution No. 95 -07B Amending Resolution No. 95 -07 Establishing Fees of the Kodiak Island Borough for Fiscal Year 1996 to Reflect Amended Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Rates. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 95 -07B that, if adopted, increased solid waste collection and disposal rates to generate additional revenues RESOLUTION NO. 95 -07S Volume XX Page 273 for closure of the existing landfill and development of the new landfill. HEINRICHS, moved to adopt seconded by MILLIGAN Resolution No. 95 -07B. Mayor Selby said the increased rates would provide revenue for closure of the existing landfill and development of a new landfill to meet federal and state requirements for landfills. He said $4.5 million would be expended over the next five years. Presiding Officer Stevens noted the public hearing was advertised in the newspaper and a response was received from Dr. Hans Tschersich. Presiding Officer Stevens opened the public hearing. Dale Soughers contended that if funds were needed, the contract with Kodiak Sanitation should be renegotiated. He wanted a long -range plan. William BuIen, Kodiak Sanitation owner, pointed out that his company had not received an increase in revenue. Dr. Hans Tschersich wanted community -wide discussion. He was irked that little was done to reduce the amount of garbage because he recycled everything he could. He was in Europe where every corner had recycling bins and there were fines for those who did not recycle. He said signs were needed at dumpsters that encouraged residents to recycle. He felt Kodiak was a good community to introduce a bottle bill. Presiding Officer Stevens closed the public hearing and reconvened the regular meeting. HEINRICHS, seconded by McFARLAND Assemblymember Heinrichs said it was a substantial increase and additional discussion was needed. Assemblymember Burt heard of alternatives at AML and hoped for a system that would decrease fees. Assemblymember Milligan knew of other Alaskan communities where garbage was treated as an asset. Assemblyember Hancock wanted a longer postponement to review alternatives. Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 moved to postpone Resolution No. 95 -07B to public hearing on December 21, 1995. Volume XX Page 274 Assemblymember Johnson hoped for a more effective method. Mayor Selby asked the Assembly to focus on the need to close the existing landfill under Environmental Protection Agency guidelines at a cost of $4 million. He said a plant to convert garbage to energy would cost $8 million. He assured the Assembly that other ways of dealing with garbage were being analyzed. He announced that Kodiak Sanitation would pick -up cardboard free of charge. He saw the need for effective recycling, smarter packaging, and educating residents to not bring garbage into the community. He said the baler was approaching its useful life and decisions would need to be made in the near future. In response to Assemblymember McFarland, Mayor Selby said the costs would occur over a six -year period but a state program allowed the payback to spread over twenty years. Assemblymember Burt said other communities contracted garbage services and that might reduce costs. VOTE ON MOTION TO POSTPONE Ayes: Noes: Johnson MOTION CARRIED McFarland, Milligan, Burt, Hancock, Heinrichs, Stevens 6 Ayes, 1 No C. Resolution No. 95 -45 Establishing an Enhanced RESOLUTION 911 System and Imposing a 911 Surcharge of All NO. 95 -45 Local Exchange Access Lines in the Area to be Served by the System. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 95 -45 that, if adopted, imposed a surcharge of 75 cents for enhanced 911 telephone service. HEINRICHS, moved to adopt seconded by JOHNSON Resolution No. 95 -45. Mayor Selby said Kodiak would be on a 911 system that would allow emergency services to be dispatched more timely. He said currently it took 20 to 30 minutes to identify a caller and dispatch the appropriate emergency equipment. He said the cost was 75 cents per month and 7500 phones would be linked to the system that would also be linked to the Coast Guard Base. He said the cost was $200,000 and it would be Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Volume XX Page 275 approximately one year before the system would be operational. Presiding Officer Stevens noted that the public hearing was published in the newspaper and one response was received from Cliff Stone. Presiding Officer Stevens opened the public hearing. Ginny Sargent encouraged the Assembly to support the resolution because time was lost when dispatchers asked questions and the enhanced 911 would allow emergency services to be dispatched immediately. She felt 75 cents per month was a small price to pay to save a life. Alan Apctprman saw the resolution as beneficial to Kodiak as a growing community. He agreed that the cost was minimal. pat Branson, Kodiak Senior Citizens Center director, said the service would benefit seniors in that the emphasis was less on institutional care and more on home care. Presiding Officer Stevens closed the public hearing and reconvened the regular meeting. Assemblymember Heinrichs endorsed the concept and thought the resolution allowed the system to be tailor -made for Kodiak needs. In response to his questions, Mayor Selby said PTI Communications would provide the service and collect the fees. He said the only cost to the Borough was administrative costs and there would be a full accounting of the fees collected. In response to Assemblymember Burt, that, at the request and expense of books could be audited. Assemblymember McFarland recognized her diligent research. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: Noes: MOTION CARRIED Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 None Unanimous Mayor Selby said the Borough, the Ginny Sargent for Milligan, Burt, Hancock Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Stevens Volume XX Page 276 MESSAGES FR' MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR MAYOR He commended Lacey Berns and members of the Kodiak Salmon Work Group for convincing the Board of Fish to not interfere with the Kodiak Island Borough Salmon Management Plan. He said it allowed Kodiak fishermen to fish as in the past. Mayor Selby extended condolences to the families of Laura Olsen, who was the daughter of Anton Larsen, Leif Norman, Dr. William Earl and an Old Harbor youth. He asked residents to take care of each other. He wished the community a wonderful holiday season. OLD BUSINESS OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS A. CONTRACTS CONTRACTS 1. Contract No. 95 -66 One Million Dollar Contract ($1,000,000) Line of Credit for the No. 95 -66 Lease /Purchase of Equipment for the Kodiak Island Hospital. JOHNSON, seconded by McFARLAND moved to award Contract No. 95 -66 to National Bank of Alaska. Mayor Selby said the Kodiak Island Health Care Foundation was soliciting pledges from the community to pay for equipment. He said well over $600,000 was pledged but the need was to purchase equipment in time for the completion of the hospital in the spring. When Assemblymember Burt said the pledges were not cash, Mayor Selby said that, historically, 95 percent of pledges were collected. At questions regarding what would happen if the additional $400,000 was not collected, Mayor Selby said the Borough would pay. Mayor Selby responded affirmatively to Presiding Officer Stevens' understanding that hospital funds would be used. Assemblymember Hancock was pleased that the hospital was operating in the black but felt that could be reversed with a $400,000 debt and the Borough would Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Volume XX Page 277 have to pay or raise hospital rates. She reviewed the equipment list and felt non - essential items could be purchased once funds were in hand. VOTE ON MOTION TO AWARD Ayes: Noes: Burt, Hancock MOTION CARRIED 5 ayes, 2 Noes 2. Contract No. 95 -67 Kodiak Island Hospital CONTRACT Psychiatric Evaluation and /or Treatment Bed NO. 95 -67 Feasibility Study from DHSS Regional Inpatient Grant #064C4478 Funds. MILLIGAN, seconded by HEINRICHS Mayor Selby explained that the study was to determine if psychiatric care could be provided in Kodiak rather than sending patients to Anchorage. In response to Assemblymember Burt, Mayor Selby said a separate certificate of need was needed to provide psychiatric care. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous 3. Contract No. 95 -68 Bayside Fire Station CONTRACT Addition Exterior Materials Package. NO. 95 -68 HEINRICHS, seconded by MILLIGAN Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Stevens moved to award Contract No. 95 -67 to Care Systems North of Juneau in an amount not to exceed $8338. Hancock, Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Burt, Stevens moved to award Contract No. 95 -68 to Wholesale Builders Supply of Kent, WA in an amount not to exceed $41,749.33 FOB Kodiak jobsite. Volume XX Page 278 Mayor Selby said that of the two bids received, Wholesale Builders Supply was the low bidder. Assemblymember Heinrichs thought it was a wonderful idea. In response to Assemblymember McFarland, Mayor Selby said the ten percent local preference did not apply over $25,000. At questions raised by Assemblymember Burt, Mayor Selby said bids were sought from several businesses. VOTE ON MOTION TO AWARD Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous After a ten minute break at 9:28 p.m., Presiding Officer Stevens reconvened the regular meeting. B. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution No. 95 -44 Authorizing and RESOLUTION Providing for the Issuance of Not To Exceed NO. 95 -44 $3,000,000 in Aggregate Principal Amount of Tax Anticipation Notes of the Borough; Fixing Certain Details of Said Notes; Providing for the Forum and Manner of Sale of Said Notes; Pledging the Receipts from Ad Valorem Property Taxes to be Levied During 1996 and the Full Faith and Credit of the Borough to the Payment Thereof; Authorizing the Finance Director to Negotiate and Execute a Contract for the Purchase and Sale of Said Notes; and Providing for Related Matters. Presented for consideration was Resolution No. 95 -44 that, if adopted, authorized the Finance Director to issue three million dollars in revenue anticipation notes to complete construction of the Kodiak Island Hospital addition. MILLIGAN, moved to adopt seconded by McFARLAND Resolution No. 95 -44. Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Burt, Hancock, Stevens Volume XX Page 279 Mayor Selby said the options were to authorize bonding to continue construction as demobilization would cost $.5 million. He noted that acquiring the funds in 1995 allowed for two legislative sessions to secure $3 million from the state. He felt there was no need to go back to the voters because construction could be accomplished without increasing taxes. He emphatically stated that money was not moved from school funds to the hospital project. He answered Mr. Sougher's previous question in that the cost of the first hospital site was $800,000 and state money paid for the site work. He felt the site was an outstanding investment. Presiding Officer Stevens contended that the public was not being deceived because the bonding was clear and straight- forward. Mayor Selby said that if there was deceit, it was that anticipated state funds were not disbursed. He added that the Borough's bonded debt was managed very carefully and earned more in the past ten years than was paid. In response to Assemblymember Milligan, Mayor Selby explained that even though construction was halted, the cost of materials would continue to increase. He added that it did not behoove the contractor to inflate numbers because they would lose money. When Assemblymember Milligan asked if the bond council understood the importance of receiving the funds, Mayor Selby said the council worked from a legal basis to protect the interests of the Borough. Assemblymember McFarland supported the resolution and did not feel there was any deception. He said the voters understood the need for the addition and remodel. He noted that the project was phased to ensure there were sufficient funds and that was a prudent way to manage the project. He thought residents would be proud of the building. Assemblymember Burt felt residents would pay through increased property taxes and the question should go to the voters. He wondered why the state would disburse funds at this stage. Mayor Selby said the commitment began in 1982 when the state dictated that the building would be closed if deficiencies were not corrected. Assemblymember Milligan addressed the state's constitutional responsibility to provide health care. Assemblymember Hancock felt there were many changes since the question was placed on the ballot and the project was phased so portions of the hospital could Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 ORDINANCES FOR Volume XX Page 280 be used while waiting for funds. She wanted the hospital completed but contended that halting the project would show that the state was a partner in completing the project with state funds. Assemblymember McFarland feared that the vital project would not be completed and likened it to the city's sewer treatment plant. He would continue to work with legislators and Governor Knowles to secure funds but argued that the project should continue. Assemblymember Burt anticipated a mil rate increase. Assemblymember Milligan agreed with Assemblymember McFarland that the need was to be supportive and convince the state that the project was worthy. Assemblymember Johnson said it was thirteen years to bring the project to fruition and legislators could be convinced that it was worthwhile. Alan Austermaq, State Representative, was recognized to speak. He said Jim Ayers, Governor Knowles Chief of Staff, indicated there was no commitment in the governor's budget nor a committment from Health, Education and Social Services for the funds. He said that, as a legislator, he was committed, and the lobbyist was committed, to support the project but questioned how the funds would be secured. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT Ayes: Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Johnson, McFarland, Milligan, Heinrichs, Stevens Noes: Burt, Hancock MOTION CARRIED 5 Ayes, 2 Noes C. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 1. Ordinance No. 95 -09 Establishing a Near Island Research Facility Enterprise Fund. Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 95 -09 that, if adopted, established a fund for grants and lease payments from the research facility to pay for construction, maintenance, and operation of the research facility. ORDINANCE NO. 95 -09 Volume XX Page 281 HEINRICHS, seconded by McFARLAND Mayor Selby said the ordinance was a housekeeping measure to establish the fund. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADVANCE Ayes: Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous 2. Ordinance No. 95 -10B Amending Ordinance No. 95 -10 Fiscal Year 1996 Budget to Reflect Mid -Year Amendments. moved to advance Ordinance No. 95 -09 to public hearing on December 21, 1995. HEINRICHS, seconded by McFARLAND McFarland, Milligan, Burt, Hancock, Heinrichs, Johnson, Stevens Presented for consideration was Ordinance No. 95 -10B that, if adopted, amended the budget as determined necessary after a mid -year review of the original budget. moved to advance Ordinance No. 95 -10B to public hearing on December 21, 1995. Mayor Selby delineated the specific changes to the budget. In response to Assemblymember McFarland, Mayor Selby said the $8.4 million would be placed in the permanent fund and released as needed for the Near Island Research Facility project. He said funds were dedicated to pay back the bonds but 15 percent of the interest earnings remained in the corpus and the $6 million for the facility would remain in the fund until needed. VOTE ON MOTION TO ADVANCE Ayes: Noes: None Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Milligan, Burt, Hancock, Heinrichs, Johnson, McFarland, Stevens ORDINANCE NO. 95 -10B Volume XX Page 282 MOTION CARRIED Unanimous D. OTHER ITEMS Ayes: 1. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Meeting 1996 ASSEMBLY Schedule for 1996. MEETING SCHEDULE HEINRICHS, seconded by McFARLAND VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous moved to approve the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly meeting schedule for 1996. Burt, Hancock, Heinrichs, McFarland, Johnson, Milligan, Stevens INFORMATIONAL INFORMATIONAL MATERIALS (No action required) MATERIALS A. MINUTES OF OTHER MEETINGS MINUTES OF OTHER MEETINGS 1. Data Processing Steering Committee Regular Meeting of October 11, 1995. 2. Kodiak Island Borough Mental Health Center Advisory Board Meeting of October 23, 1995. 3. Port Lions City /Tribal Council Workshop of November 21, 1995. 4. City of Port Lions Council Regular Meeting of November 14, 1995. 5. Personnel Advisory Board Regular Meeting of November 8, 1995. B. REPORTS REPORTS 1. Kodiak Island Borough November 1995 Financial Report. 2. Kodiak Island Borough School District October 1995 Financial Report. C. OTHER None. CITIZENS' COMMENTS Jenny Htfvens, Kodiak Arts Council Board past president, thanked the Assembly for their thoughtful consideration and deliberation in making decisions. Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 OTHER ITEMS OTHER CITIZENS' COMMENTS Volume XX Page 283 ASSEMBLYMEMBER COMMENTS ASSEMBLYMEMBER COMMENTS Assemblymember Burt read a letter of opposition to Ordinance No. 95 -08 from Ed Randolph. Assemblymember Milligan acknowledged receipt of a letter from Terry Stone that favored the enhanced 911. He appreciated Ginny Sargent comments on the enhanced 911 was a true example of one person's involvement in bringing an issue to the forefront. Assemblymember Heinrichs acknowledged the passing of individuals in the community. He reflected that Laura Olsen was an enjoyable, spunky individual with a great knowledge of local history and the only person he knew that could neutralize Okey Chandler. Assemblymember Hancock congratulated Vivian Brumbaugh as Employee of the Month as an employee that dealt with financial matters and the public when they were their most irate. Assemblymember Johnson noted the passing of Helen Lee. He saw the passing of many "old- timers" and felt a little insecure. He stressed that parents should teach their children the importance of 911. Presiding Officer Stevens announced that the Assembly would meet in a goals and objectives seminar on Saturday, December 9 at 10:00 a.m. in the borough conference room; a joint assembly /council work session on Tuesday, December 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the borough conference room; a work session at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 14 in the borough conference room; and a regular meeting on Thursday, December 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the assembly chambers. He recognized the diligent work of staff in the Clerk's office. He announced a meeting with the attorney at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, to discuss the Kodiak Arts Council ordinance. Mayor Selby announced that the Department of Transportation six -year plan document was in the Clerk's Office. Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 Volume XX Page 284 14. EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Collective Bargaining. MILLIGAN, seconded by McFARLAND VOTE ON MOTION TO CONVENE Ayes: McFARLAND, seconded by MILLIGAN VOTE ON MOTION TO ADJOURN MOTION CARRIED ATTEST: Donna F. Smith, Borough Clerk Approved: 12!21/95 Regular Assembly Meeting December 7, 1995 moved to convene into executive session to discuss collective bargaining and include Mayor Selby and Clerk Smith. Johnson, Milligan, McFarland, Burt, Hancock, Heinrichs, Stevens Noes: None MOTION CARRIED Unanimous At 10:39 p.m. Presiding Officer Stevens recessed the regular meeting and convened the executive session. At p.m. 11:07 Presiding Officer Stevens reconvened the regular meting. moved to adjourn. ADJOURNMENT Unanimous voice vote There being no siness to come bef•_, h Assembly, the rned at 11:07 p y t -ns esiding Officer EXECUTIVE SESSION Volume XX Page 285