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2009-03-05 Regular MeetingKODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH Assembly Regular Meeting March 5, 2009 A regular meeting of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly was held Thursday, March 5, 2009 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 Captain John Quinn of the Salvation Army. Mayor Selby led the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were Mayor Jerome Selby, Assembly members Pat Branson, Jerrol Friend, Judy Fulp, Sue Jeffrey, Dave Kaplan, Chris Lynch, and Louise Stutes. Staff members present were Manager Rick Gifford, Community Development Director Bud Cassidy, Borough Clerk Nova Javier, and Assistant Clerk Jessica Kilborn. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA BRANSON moved to approve the agenda and consent agenda as submitted. FRIEND moved to amend the agenda and consent agenda by removing Other Items 13.D.2 Declaring a Seat Vacant on the Architectural /Engineering Review Board. Mr. Brent Watkins called the Clerk's office on Monday, March 2, 2009 stating he had reconsidered his decision to resign from the Architectural /Engineering Review Board and requested that his resignation letter be pulled. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND THE AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Branson, Friend, Fulp, Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, and Stutes. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Friend, Fulp, Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, Stutes, and Branson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — None. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Mayor Selby presented the March 2009 Student of the Month Award to Garett J. Peterson, a junior at Old Harbor School. Mayor Selby proclaimed the month of March 2008 as "Women's History Month" urging residents to increase their knowledge and appreciation of the valuable role women play in our lives. CITIZENS' COMMENTS Kirk Rasmussen asked for clarification on who would be allowed to speak as appellants in the Appeal to the Assembly. He referred to the appeal letter that was received by the Clerk's office. Mayor Selby clarified that the appellants were Solveig Christenson and Randy Schick; others would speak as persons supporting the appeal. Emil Norton, Senior Citizens of Kodiak Board Member spoke on behalf of the Senior community and gave an update on the Kodiak Senior Center. He asked for an increase in funding for next year's budget. Bud Cassidy urged the Assembly to adopt Resolution No. FY2009 -21. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes March 5, 2009 Page 647 Trevor Jones thanked the Assembly for its support of the Kodiak Baptist Mission Food Bank. He reported that February was a record setting month and that services had been extended to three remote villages. The Food Bank was striving to eventually reach everyone around the island. COMMITTEE REPORTS Assembly member Friend reported that the Architectural /Engineering Review Board (ARB) had held two meetings where it reviewed and approved the different level of drawings for various projects. He spoke on the conditions and options of the Larsen Bay School roof. Assembly member Lynch reported that the Solid Waste Advisory Board (SWAB) had reviewed the Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services RFP. SWAB would be taking and reviewing comments on the RFP. The deadline to present comments was March 20, 2009. Assembly member Jeffrey reported that the Kodiak Fisheries Advisory Committee (KFAC) would meet Tuesday, March 25, 2009 at 9 a.m. at the Kodiak College. PUBLIC HEARING A. Ordinance No. FY2009 -15 Rezoning Lots 20, 21, and 22 Of U.S. Survey 3098 From B- Business To PL- Public Use Lands. BRANSON moved to adopt Ordinance No. FY2009 -15. The Kodiak Police Department outgrew both the existing facility and the location site. The City went through an extensive site selection process before acquiring the lots that comprised the rezone area to construct a community jail, police station, and emergency operations center. The zoning of these parcels located on Mill Bay Road was B- Business. The zoning district was thought to be inappropriate for this public facility as police stations and jails were not identified as either a permitted use or conditional use in the Business District. The Planning and Zoning Commission initiated a rezoning of this site to the PL— Public Use Lands Zoning district which they felt would be more appropriate. After holding a public meeting on January 21, 2009 the Commission unanimously approved recommending to the Borough Assembly that these parcels be rezoned from B- Business to PL- Public Use. Mayor Selby opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing none, he closed the public hearing. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Fulp, Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, Stutes, Branson, and Friend. B. Ordinance No. FY2009 -16 Amending Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances by Renaming Title 12 Streets and Sidewalks to Title 12 Naming Buildings, Public Facilities, Streets and Sidewalks and Creating Chapter 12.15 Buildings, Other Fixed Facilities and Public Places. FRIEND moved to adopt Ordinance No. FY2009 -16. The ordinance was drafted in response to an Assembly request to research policies and procedures of other municipalities regarding naming buildings, public facilities, etc. The Borough did not have an established code to handle such requests. The ordinance was also reviewed by the Borough Attorney for compliance and found that the Borough had the power to establish such policies and procedures under AS 29.35.010 (8) and AS 29.35.410. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes March 5, 2009 Page 648 Mayor Selby opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing none, he closed the public hearing. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, Stutes, Branson, Friend, and Fulp. C. Ordinance No. FY2009 -17 Amending the Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances Title 2 Administration and Personnel by Adding Chapter 2.150 Fisheries and Oceanic Research Board and Amending Chapter 2.100 Boards, Committees, and Commissions Section 2.100.010 Board, Committee, and Commission Members Subject to This Chapter. JEFFREY moved to adopt Ordinance No. FY2009 -17. The ordinance was requested by Assembly member Jeffrey to create a Fisheries and Oceanic Research Board. The powers and duties of the board were described as: A. Shall assist in identifying creative and workable opportunities to augment Kodiak's fisheries and oceanic research sector. B. Serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and Assembly on matters affecting the research capabilities in Kodiak, which meets the needs, desires, and goals of the Assembly as stated in the Strategic Plan for 2009 -2013. C. Provide for balanced consideration and representation of the viewpoints, problems, and issues regarding development of Kodiak's fisheries and oceanic research sector. D. Provide a forum for decision - making in development of specific projects that support Kodiak's fisheries and oceanic research sector. E. Identify goals, policies, and procedures to help the Assembly educate the public and state and federal officials about ongoing fisheries and oceanic research programs based in Kodiak. Mayor Selby opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing none, he closed the public hearing. Assembly member Jeffrey stated that the board was a result of communication and collaboration between the University, State, and community at large for improving the research sector of the fishing industry. JEFFREY moved to amend Ordinance No. FY2009 -17 by changing the sixth Whereas, striking out "second" so that it reads, "Alaska's fishing industry is the largest private sector employer in the state with the state's subsistence, sports, and commercial fishing industries contributing significantly to the state economy." ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Kaplan, Lynch, Stutes, Branson, Friend, Fulp, and Jeffrey. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MAIN MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Lynch, Stutes, Branson, Friend, Fulp, Jeffrey, and Kaplan. D. Ordinance No. FY2009 -18 Rezoning Tract A, U.S. Survey 4964 From C- Conservation To RR2 -Rural Residential Two. JEFFREY moved to adopt Ordinance No. FY2009 -18. Omar Stratman decided to subdivide Northland Ranch by using the "Conservation Subdivision" method, which would leave a third of the parcel undeveloped in green /open space as an amenity for residents of the subdivision, but would request a higher density of development in the areas scheduled for improvements. Because of this approach, staff suggested that Mr. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes March 5, 2009 Page 649 Stratman first request a change of zoning and a subdivision survey would be submitted at a later date. The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the following three requests for rezoning: 1. Rezone of a majority of Tract A from C- Conservation to RR2 -Rural Residential Two; 2. Rezone a minority of Tract A from C- Conservation to RNC Rural Neighborhood Commercial (at the intersection of Chiniak Highway and Pasagshak Road); and 3. Rezone of Lot 7 Northland Ranch Subdivision from C- Conservation to RR2 - Rural Residential Two. The Commission held a public meeting in January and as a result approved the first request to rezone the majority of Tract A to RR2 —Rural Residential Two, but failed to approve the request to rezone Lot 7 to Rural Residential Two and failed to rezone a minority portion of Tract A from C- Conservation to RNC -Rural Neighborhood Commercial feeling that there were currently 35 acres of undeveloped RNC zoned property in Kalsin Bay with the ability to be subdivided down to two -acre parcels and additional RNC zoned land was not warranted at the time. Mayor Selby opened the public hearing. The following spoke in favor of the rezone: Craig Stratman, Chris Flickinger, Jason Wood, Marie Rice, Tony Pirak, and a letter by Richard Wood in support of the rezone was read into the record by the Clerk. Bob Happ was not in favor of the rezone because he felt it conflicted with the Borough's Comprehensive Plan. Omar Stratman gave clarification of the reasons why he was pursuing the subdivision. Assembly members agreed that the rezone would help maximize options for future development and spoke on planned development being a good change for the community. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Lynch, Stutes, Branson, Friend, Fulp, Jeffrey, and Kaplan. BOROUGH MANAGER'S REPORT Manager Gifford reported the following: • An email regarding the North Star Elementary School safe access options and information had been provided to the Assembly. • Governor Palin had submitted a FY2009 Federal Economic Stimulus Supplemental bill to the Legislature that requested authorization for various projects. Included was a request to repave Rezanof Drive for $10 million. • A status update was given on the various construction projects: o the New Kodiak Pool was approximately 60% complete with completion scheduled for August. o Kodiak Middle School Seismic Upgrade Phase II -B would begin in the summer. o Ouzinkie Gym Renovation and Seismic Upgrade — The seismic portion of the project was completed; the gym addition was scheduled for completion in March . o Community Health Clinic project was over 70% complete with scheduled completion in June. o Bayside Fire Hall Addition construction was scheduled to begin in April and completed by November. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes Page 650 March 5, 2009 o 95% drawings for the East Elementary Windows Seismic Upgrade and HVAC Upgrade were reviewed by the ARB. Construction was planned for June 2009 with completion later in the year. • Draft Solid Waste and Recycling Collections Services RFP was available for comment and was viewable on the website. The RFP had been provided to the Mayor, Assembly, SWAB, and potential contractors. Questions and comments were to be directed to Environmental Specialist Tracy Mitchell. The deadline for comments was March 20, 2009. • A special meeting of the Assembly was called in conjunction with the scheduled work session on March 12, 2009, to discuss a resolution to reduce the interest rate for the bonds the Borough was attempting to refund. MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR Mayor Selby wished Mr. Steve Kreber a happy birthday. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None. NEW BUSINESS Contracts — None. Resolutions 1. Resolution No. FY2009 -21 Supporting the Legislative Amendments Proposed in HB -74 and SB -4 to Restore Certain Checks and Balances to the Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP) That Favor the Meaningful Participation of Local Communities and Coastal Districts in the Project Review Process. BRANSON moved to adopt Resolution No. FY2009 -21. HB74 and SB4 were companion bills that would amend Alaska Statutes pertaining to the Alaska Coastal Management Program (ACMP). The bills would largely preserve the structure of the program within the Alaska Department of Natural Resources and would create a nine member Coastal Policy Board to review coastal district grant applications, approve district plan enforceable policies, and to adopt coastal district plans at the state level. The amendments would also allow the districts to have more meaningful plan policies to address resource and environmental concerns which coastal districts do not regulate, but which hold great importance at the local coastal community level in terms of economics, culture, recreation, etc. The bills would restore subsistence use of animal and vegetative resources as a use of state concern in the context of coastal planning and policy making. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Stutes, Branson, Friend, Fulp, Jeffrey, Kaplan, and Lynch. 2. Resolution No. FY2009 -22 Supporting Senior Citizens of Kodiak, Inc. Sprinkler System Replacement Project. This item was approved under the consent agenda. The resolution was requested by Assembly member Branson to present to the legislature to show community support for the project mentioned. Senior Citizens of Kodiak, Inc. (SCOK) requested the amount of $12,256 from the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development which would complete the upgrades Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes March 5, 2009 Page 651 Ordinances for Introduction - None. Other Items 1. APPEAL TO THE ASSEMBLY An Appeal of the Planning and Zoning Commission's Decision to AFFIRM the Community Development Department Director's Decision Approving an Abbreviated Plat to Re- Subdivide Lots 12B -1 And 13C -1, Block 1, Miller Point Alaska Subdivision, 2" Addition Creating Lots 12C, 12D, And 13D, Block 1, Miller Point Alaska Subdivision, 2" Addition. The Locations are 4296 and 4304 Cliffside Road and the Zoning is R2 -Two Family Residential (Case 09 -007). Appellants: Solveig Christenson and Randy Schick. Mayor Selby announced that sixteen appeal notices were mailed and returned written comments were provided to the Assembly. Mayor Selby announced that the Assembly would decide the appeal upon the appeal record and the written and oral argument presented on the appeal. At the hearing before the Assembly, only persons who had submitted written argument on the appeal, or testified before the Commission, or submitted written comments to the Commission were allowed to present oral argument. He outlined the order of the oral argument and announced that rebuttal would be limited to new evidence and testimony brought forward during private persons' comments. Mayor Selby also noted that failure to observe the above procedures in the hearing would not affect the validity of the decision as long as the appellant had a reasonable opportunity to be heard. and replacement of all the sprinkler systems pipes in the 24- year -old multi -use senior center and SCOK had $8,294 in other combined funds to complete the project. Mayor Selby announced that the following persons would be allowed to present oral argument on the appeal: Persons who have submitted written argument on the appeal: Karen Lee Peter Danelski Michael and Peggy Rasmussen Karren Rasmussen Randall Schick Testified before the Commission: Randy Schick Lynn Furin Kirk Rasmussen Stacy Studebaker Solveig Christenson Mike Sirofchuck Submitted written comments Debra Neilsen Randy Schick Mike Sirofchuck Stacy Studebaker Michael Rasmussen Lynn Furin Kirk Rasmussen Alice & Mel LeVan Kodiak Island Borough March 5, 2009 to the Commission: Rod Kiefer Peter Danelski Leon Francisco Mary Fiorentino Karen Lee Jeffrey Veltri Neal French Assembly Minutes Page 652 The order of oral argument was held as follows: 1. Borough staff: 10 minutes - Community Development Director Bud Cassidy Community Development (CDD) Director Cassidy provided information on the abbreviated plat process explaining that it was an administrative process if the matter was simple in nature and was not required to go before the Planning and Zoning Commission. CDD Director Cassidy explained that he adhered to KIBC 16.30 Abbreviated Plat and KIBC 16.40 Preliminary Plat for the process on which he judged whether the plat in question met the abbreviated plat requirements or not, and when it was determined that it did meet the requirements he was authorized to approve Mr. Rasmussen's abbreviated plat. The requirements were strict and not open to interpretation. KIBC 16.40.050 Lot design and improvements — Required procedure stipulated that due deference be given when considering the "neighborhood character". The area was zoned R2 -Two Family Residential District in 1967 and the provisions for the R2 code still existed, and residents made investments in the neighborhood based on the zoning and what was allowed by the code. Assembly member Fulp questioned the driveway routes of the two properties in question. CDD Director Cassidy explained the process. 2. Appellant: 10 minutes - Solveig Christenson and Randy Schick Ms. Solveig Christenson referred to the appeal letter to CDD Director Cassidy on page 70 of the Assembly appeal packet, stating that their appeal was based on KIBC 16.40.050.A.4 and 16.40.050.A.1. Ms. Christenson explained that it was the desire of the residents to maintain the character of the neighborhood and noted photos in the appeal packet that reflected the neighborhood character. She stated that she received Mr. Rasmussen's application letter on July 8, 2008. From the outset the residents opposed the application however the preliminary plat approval process allowed for no public comment. Neighborhood concern on the matter led to the Planning and Zoning Commission to hold a public hearing regarding approval of the plat. At the public hearing, testimony was in favor of the appeal. The appellants felt that the neighborhood was built up as much as possible and they were not interested in having rental units in a single family neighborhood. Ms. Christenson was interested in a variance for the lot but did not support the lot being subdivided into smaller parcels. She spoke on the need for a better zoning code. 3. Private persons supporting the appeal: 10 minutes Mike Sirofchuck was opposed to the abbreviated plat and felt that it did not meet the character of the neighborhood. He supported a variance but not subdividing the property. Lynn Furin spoke in support of the appeal. 4. Private persons opposing the appeal: 10 minutes Kirk Rasmussen urged the Assembly to reject the appeal because the character of the neighborhood allowed for future development. Karen Lee spoke in favor of the subdivision and against the appeal. Karren Rasmussen spoke in opposition of the appeal and stated that the subdivision was created for future development. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes Page 653 March 5, 2009 5. Appellant, for rebuttal: 10 minutes - Solveig Christenson and Randy Schick Solveig Christenson urged the Assembly to protect the neighborhood's characteristics by supporting the appeal. She stated that the residents were attempting to preserve green space in the neighborhood and would like to see responsible development in the subdivision in order to retain desirable properties in the area. Randy Schick urged the Assembly to support the appeal. Assembly member Jeffrey asked CDD Director Cassidy to clarify concerns expressed by Commissioner Brent Watkins regarding the approval of a plat that would make two non- compliant lots. CDD Director Cassidy explained that Commissioner Watkins' comments were in error at the time of the Planning and Zoning meeting and stated that the Tots in question were in compliance. He alerted the Assembly that Mr. Rasmussen's plats had not been signed but were ready to be. FRIEND moved to affirm in whole the Planning and Zoning Commission's Decision to AFFIRM the Community Development Department Director's Decision Approving an Abbreviated Plat to Re- Subdivide Lots 12B -1 And 13C -1, Block 1, Miller Point Alaska Subdivision, 2" Addition Creating Lots 12C, 12D, And 13D, Block 1, Miller Point Alaska Subdivision, 2" Addition. The Locations are 4296 and 4304 Cliffside Road and the Zoning is R2 -Two Family Residential (Case 09 -007). Appellants: Solveig Christenson and Randy Schick. Assembly members agreed that the properties were in compliance and supported upholding the Borough code. Mayor Selby handed the gavel over to Deputy Presiding Officer Branson at 10 p.m. and departed the meeting for personal travel. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED SIX TO ONE: Branson, Friend, Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, and Stutes (Ayes); Fulp (No). STUTES moved to postpone the Findings -of -Fact of the Borough Assembly on the Planning and Zoning Commission's Decision to AFFIRM the Community Development Department Director's Decision Approving an Abbreviated Plat to Re- Subdivide Lots 12B -1 And 13C -1, Block 1, Miller Point Alaska Subdivision, 2 Addition Creating Lots 12C, 12D, And 13D, Block 1, Miller Point Alaska Subdivision, 2n Addition. The Locations are 4296 and 4304 Cliffside Road and the Zoning is R2 -Two Family Residential (Case 09 -007) to the next regular meeting of the Assembly. Appellants: Solveig Christenson and Randy Schick. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED SIX TO ONE: Friend, Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, Stutes, and Branson (Ayes); Fulp (No). CITIZENS' COMMENTS Karen Lee commented on the traffic and road conditions in the Miller Point Subdivision. Solveig Christenson commented on the parking problems on Cliffside road. She provided the Clerk with written comments on the appeal. Kirk Rasmussen thanked all involved for their assistance during the appeal process. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes March 5, 2009 Page 654 ASSEMBLY MEMBER COMMENTS For the Record: Assembly member Stutes stated that she understood the Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services RFP had been made available to interested bidders and again voiced her concerns of the process regarding the handling of the RFP. She noted that the process with Bell and Associates had started out as a study but changed to a plan. In July 2008 she requested clarification from Borough staff on when the study had transformed into a plan and who the authorizing party of the change was, with no response to date. With that in mind, she asked for understanding of the concerns she had regarding the present RFP process and felt it was necessary that it be clearly understood by all and followed accordingly. She understood that the RFP was to be made available to all interested bidders for written comments to be returned to the Borough and would then be collectively reviewed by SWAB and the Assembly without being censored by Borough staff prior to the review. The RFP would then be tailored into a final document and brought before the Assembly prior to being distributed in its final form to bidders. She asked Manager Gifford if she understood the process correctly. Manager Gifford affirmed that the process was for the Assembly to meet with SWAB in a joint work session to review all comments on the RFP received by staff. He felt that it was appropriate for staff to review the comments and from those comments make a recommendation to the Assembly on which ones would be used for the final product. The final RFP would be reviewed by the Assembly prior to its distribution to the public. Assembly member Stutes suggested that Mr. VanDaele and Bell and Associates be invited to the joint work session with SWAB to address bear concerns which had been raised by several members of the community. Assembly member Stutes expressed concern over the predicted lifespan of the landfill which she felt had not been properly addressed. According to Bell and Associates the landfill had a life of approximately six years and with calculated efforts she felt the life of the landfill would only be extended to last an additional six months. According to Bell and Associates' estimations the permitting process for a new landfill would take three to six years. She questioned if the process had been started and if it had not, why? She noted that EPA regulations would not be loosened and the cost for construction of a new landfill would not decrease in the future. For the Record: Assembly member Stutes expressed that she was exceedingly upset about what transpired at the Assembly's regular meeting on February 19, 2009 regarding Mr. Stratman's request for an amicus brief. She expressed her displeasure at the inaction of the Borough Attorney in relation to keeping the Assembly or the Clerk informed and did not understand why it was not disclosed that time had lapsed for the filing of the amicus brief or that the deadline had already passed when Mr. Stratman made his original request. She noted that the Assembly listened to public testimony for hours regarding an issue that had already become a moot point and stated due to the manner in which the matter was handled by the Attorney, valuable time had been wasted. Any ill feelings that were created by the testimony given could have been alleviated by bringing the information forward sooner instead of later during the meeting. She noted the Borough Attorney had been aware of the amicus brief for at least a week prior to the meeting on February 19 which provided ample time to inform the Assembly, Borough Clerk, and the public of the time limitations on the request. Assembly member Stutes issued an apology to the citizens of the community who took the time to testify in front of the Assembly on an issue that was already predetermined. She questioned whether situations like this were the reason why the public hesitated to become involved with other matters. She expressed that the Assembly and citizens should be able to expect a higher standard of performance from the Borough Attorney and hoped that this would be a lesson to all to increase communications so as not to encounter a similar situation in the future. Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Minutes March 5, 2009 Page 655 Assembly member Friend had no comments. Assembly member Fulp commended CCD Director Cassidy and Clerk Javier for their assistance through the appeal process. She felt that there was miscommunication between the Borough and Mr. Schneider (Mr. Stratman's attorney) regarding the untimely filing of the request for the amicus brief. She welcomed visiting students to the Region III basketball tournament and reported that the Alaska Library Association Convention would be held on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at the Kodiak High School Auditorium. Assembly member Jeffrey noted that after years of discussion regarding the solid waste issue she was glad to finally have the RFP available for comments. She was happy that the new Fisheries and Oceanic Research Board was being established. Assembly member Lynch spoke on the Solid Waste Collections RFP stating that there was a timeline in the RFP and she strongly urged that it be followed. She noted that recycling was not the only element to consider regarding increasing the life of the landfill; the Solid Waste Management Plan identified six system elements to reduce the pressure on the landfill. She urged forward movement on the Solid Waste Management Plan and the RFP, and she cautioned straying from the procurement process due to the time limit and complexities of the current collections contract. Assembly member Branson thanked the Assembly for its commendation on her efforts with the Senior Center and encouraged everyone to work through the RFP process. Assembly members congratulated Garett Peterson as Student of the Month, commended Assembly member Branson for her work at the Senior Center, and commended Trevor Jones for his efforts with the Food Bank. Announcements The Assembly would hold a work session and special meeting on Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. in the Borough Conference Room. The next Assembly regular meeting was scheduled on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. in the Borough Assembly Chambers. ADJOURNMENT FRIEND moved to adjourn the meeting. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Fulp, Jeffrey, Kaplan, Lynch, Stutes, Branson, and Friend. The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. ATTEST: v M. Kodiak Island Borough March 5, 2009 No avier, CMC, porou Clerk KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH rome M. Selby, Approved: April 2, 2009 Assembly Minutes Page 656