2019-11-07 Regular Meeting
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Kodiak Island Borough
Assembly Regular Meeting Agenda
Thursday, November 7, 2019, 6:30 p.m., Assembly Chambers
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1. INVOCATION
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-
controversial by the Assembly and will be approved by one motion.
There will be no separate discussion of these items unless an Assembly
member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the
Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
5. *APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4 - 9
A.
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2019-10-17 RM Minutes
6. CITIZENS' COMMENTS (Limited To Three Minutes Per Speaker)
A.
Agenda Items Not Scheduled For Public Hearing And General
Comments
7. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS
9. PUBLIC HEARING
10. BOROUGH MANAGER'S REPORT
10
A.
Borough Manager's Report for November 7, 2019.
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11. MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
13. NEW BUSINESS
11
A.
Reorganization of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly
1. Election of the Deputy Presiding Officer
Deputy Presiding Officer - Pdf
13.A. Contracts
13.B. Resolutions
12 - 25
1.
Resolution No. FY2020-13 Adopting the Capital
Improvement Priorities List For The 2020 State Legislative
Session
State Capital Improvement Projects List - Pdf
26 - 35
2.
Resolution No. FY2020-14 Adopting the Federal Program
And Capital Improvement Priority List for Federal Fiscal
Year 2020
Federal Capital Improvement Projects List Updated ES -
Pdf
13.C. Ordinances for Introduction
13.D. Other Items
36 - 56
1.
Assembly Approval Of An Assembly Candidate To The
Alaska Municipal League Board of Directors District 10
Seat.
2019 Board of Director Seats, Declaration of Candidacy,
Board of Directors, AML By Laws - Pdf
57
2.
Appointment Of The Voting Delegate For The Kodiak
Island Borough At The Alaska Municipal League Business
Meeting.
Output Document (AS - 1064) - Pdf
58 - 59
3.
Mayoral Appointments Of Assembly Member
Representatives To Different Boards, Committees, and
Commissions.
Assembly Appointment Form - Pdf
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4.
Assembly Review and Taking Official Action In Support To
The Following Alaska Municipal League Resolutions:
2020 Draft Alaska Municipal Resolutions - Pdf
2019 Resolutions - Carry Forward
5.
Assembly Approval Of November and December Meeting
Schedule:
Assembly Meetings In November And December As
Follows:
Nov 14 Work Session - Cancelled
Nov 21 Regular Meeting - Cancelled
Nov 26 Work Session - Starting at 6 PM (Including JWS
With The School Board)
Dec 5 Regular Meeting
Dec 12 Work Session
Dec 19 Regular Meeting
14. CITIZENS' COMMENTS (Limited To Three Minutes Per Speaker)
15. ASSEMBLY MEMBERS' COMMENTS
16. ADJOURNMENT
17. INFORMATIONAL MATERIALS (No Action Required)
17.A. Minutes of Other Meetings
17.B. Reports
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
Assembly Regular Meeting
October 17, 2019
A regular meeting of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly was held on October 17, 2019 in the
Assembly Chambers of the Kodiak Island Borough Building, 710 Mill Bay Road. The meeting
was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
The invocation was given by Major David Davis of the Salvation Army.
Mayor Rohrer led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Present were Mayor Dan Rohrer, Assembly members Scott Arndt, Julie Kavanaugh, Andy
Schroeder, Rebecca Skinner, Scott Smiley, and James Turner. Also present were Borough
Manager Michael Powers, Borough Deputy Clerk Alise Rice and Assistant Clerk Lina Cruz.
ARNDT moved to excuse Assembly member Symmons who was absent due to personal leave.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
ARNDT moved to approve the agenda and the consent agenda
ARNDT moved to amend the agenda and the consent agenda to move items 3 and 4 under
“Other Items” (Declaring a city seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission vacant (Mr. Duane
Dvorak) and Confirmation of a mayoral appointment to a borough seat on the Planning and
Zoning Commission (Mr. Kyle Blondin) to items 1 and 2 under “Other Items”.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular Meeting Of October 3, 2019 and Special Meeting Minutes of October 10, 2019 were
approved under consent agenda.
CITIZENS' COMMENTS (Limited To Three Minutes Per Speaker)
The following spoke under citizen’s comments:
Dave Davis
Renee Davencamp
Jeff Stewart
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Rohrer declared The Month Of October 2019 As Filipino-American Month. The
proclamation was accepted by Mary Guilas-Hawver, President, Kodiak Filipino-American
Association.
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Mayor Rohrer declared The Month Of October 2019 As Fire Prevention Month And Encouraged
All Citizens To Look. Listen. Learn. Be Aware. The proclamation was accepted by Bayside Fire
Chief, Howard Rue III.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Assembly member Smiley reported on the Fisheries Work Group meeting held on October
16, 2019.
Assembly member Kavanaugh reported on the Consolidation Committee meeting held on
October 14, 2019.
Assembly member Schroder reported on the Solid Waste Advisory Board meeting held on
October 7, 2019.
Assembly member Skinner reported on the upcoming Southwest Alaska Municipal
Conference.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Ordinance No. FY2020-01A Amending Ordinance No. FY2020-01, Fiscal Year 2020
Budget, By Amending Budgets To Account For Various Revenues That Are Over Budget,
Providing For Additional Expenditures And Moving Funds Between Projects.
ARNDT moved to adopt Ordinance No FY2020-01A.
Mayor Rohrer opened the public hearing.
Seeing and hearing none, Mayor Rohrer closed the public hearing and reconvened the regular
meeting.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MAIN MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Arndt, Kavanaugh,
Schroeder, Skinner, Smiley, and Turner.
2. Ordinance FY2020-10 Amending Kodiak Island Borough Code of Ordinances Title 3
Revenue And Finance Chapter 3.05 Fiscal Policy Section 3.05.080 Reserve Policies.
ARNDT moved to adopt Ordinance No. FY2020-10.
Mayor Rohrer opened the public hearing.
Seeing and hearing none, Mayor Rohrer closed the public hearing and reconvened the regular
meeting.
ARNDT moved to amend the motion to remove lines 46 through 50.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON THE MOTION TO AMEND TIED THREE TO THREE: Kavanaugh,
Turner, and Arndt (AYES); Schroeder, Skinner, and Smiley (NOES); Mayor Rohrer broke the tie
and voted in favor of passing.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED: Schroeder, Skinner, Smiley, Tuner,
Arndt, and Kavanaugh.
3. Resolution FY2020-08 Hazard Mitigation Plan Discussion.
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ARNDT moved to approve Resolution FY2020-08 Hazard Mitigation Plan.
ARNDT moved to postpone to the regular meeting on December 19, 2019.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION TO POSTPONE TO DECEMBER 19, 2019, CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY: Smiley, Turner, Arndt, Kavanaugh, Schroeder, and Skinner.
Mayor Rohrer called for a 5 minute break
BOROUGH MANAGER’S REPORT
Manager Michael Powers reported on the following:
Met with Providence CEO regarding operating room issues. We will not be seeking to
refund the bonds on the LTC at this time.
Met with staff to work on improving the process for recordation of documents.
Reported on the Pink Salmon Funding for Municipalities.
Met with the auditors and staff.
Met with Engineering and Facilities, discussed various projects
Attended the Manager/Superintendent meeting on best practices for Boroughs and
Schools.
Participated in a conference with AEDC regarding the pond issues and set up the plan of
action to work out the alleged violation
Worked on several internal process issues, including data storage and records
management.
Met with the Mayor, Mayor-elect and our counterparts at the City to discuss ongoing
cooperative efforts.
Out of the office from October 18 to attend training. Taking personal early November to
approximately December 2, 2019.
Congratulated Ms. Erin Welty on her new position as Community Development Director.
Received a commendation letter from a public member on the service provided by Chief
Rue and his staff during an emergency call.
MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR
Borough Mayor Rohrer reported on the following:
Met with staff for agenda setting, preparation of new assignments to different Committees
and Boards to be brought forth new Mayor.
Met with Nate Szabo on current public concerns related to bears in the area.
Met with Mark Lester from Alaska Aerospace and Bill Roberts to bring them together.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
A. Contracts
1. Change Order No. 3 Amending Contract FY2019-10 Architectural And Engineering
Services Term Contract For Design For The KFRC Fire Alarm Upgrade Project
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ARNDT moved to authorize the manager to execute Change Order No. 3 Amending Contract
FY2019-10 in an amount not to exceed $23,620.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Turner, Arndt, Kavanaugh,
Schroeder, Skinner, and Smiley.
2. Change Order No. 4 Amending Contract FY2019-10 Architectural and Engineering
Services Term Contract for Design for the KFRC Exterior Upgrade Project.
ARNDT moved to authorize the manager to execute Change Order No. 4 amending Contract
FY2019-10 in an amount not to exceed $51,839.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Arndt, Kavanaugh, Schroeder,
Skinner, Smiley, and Turner.
B. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. FY2020-12 Ratifying And Certifying The Results Of The October 1,
2019 Municipal Election.
KAVANAUGH moved to adopt Resolution No. FY2020-12.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED: UNANIMOUSLY: Kavanaugh, Schroeder, Skinner,
Smiley, Turner, and Arndt.
C. Ordinances For Introduction
None.
D. Other Items
1. Declaring the City Seat Held by Mr. Duane Dvorak Vacant on the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
ARNDT moved to declare a city seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission vacant, this seat
is currently held by Mr. Duane Dvorak and direct the Borough Clerk to advertise the vacancy
per Borough Code 2.100.070.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Schroeder, Skinner, Smiley,
Turner, Arndt, and Kavanaugh.
2. Confirmation of Mayoral appointment to a Borough seat on the Planning and Zoning
Commission (Mr. Kyle Blondin).
ARNDT moved to confirm the Mayoral appointment of Mr. Kyle Blondin to a Borough seat on
the Planning and Zoning Commission for a term to expire December 2019.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION CARRIED: CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY: Skinner, Smiley,
Turner, Arndt, Kavanaugh, and Schroeder.
3. Administration of Oath Of Office To Newly Elected Officials
4. Presentation to Outgoing Mayor and Assembly Members
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CITIZENS' COMMENTS
The following spoke under citizens’ comments:
Duane Dvorak
Jeff Stewart
Brandi Wagner
Matt Van Dale
ASSEMBLY MEMBERS' COMMENTS
Assembly member Turner thanked Mayor Rohrer and Assembly member Smiley for the
guidance they have provided during their time together on the Assembly.
Assembly member Arndt thanked Mayor Rohrer and Assembly member Smiley for their
service.
Assembly member Kavanaugh expressed her appreciation of Mayor Rohrer and
Assembly member Smiley.
Assembly member Skinner thanked Mayor Rohrer and Assembly member Smiley for
their service and welcomed incoming Mayor Roberts and Assembly member Dvorak.
Assembly member Schroeder thanked Mayor Rohrer and Assembly member Smiley for
being an example and inspiration to him
Assembly member Smiley thanked everyone for their service and wished them well.
Announcements
The next Assembly work session is scheduled for Thursday, October 24, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. in
the School District Conference Room. The next regular meeting is scheduled on Thursday,
November 7, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. in the Borough Assembly Chambers.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
ADJOURNMENT
SMILEY moved to adjourn the meeting.
VOICE VOTE ON THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
This meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
ATTEST: William Roberts, Mayor
Tara Welinsky, Borough Clerk Approved on:
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Michael Powers
Manager’s Report
November 7, 2019
Activities
I was out of town to attend the ICMA Annual Convention and a short vacation. I am very appreciative of
Mr. Conrad and all my staff for their hard work while I was gone.
I met with KISA to work on the new lease for the Salonie Creek Range. We will be considering language
to address “walk in” hunters accessing Borough and State lands inland from the range.
I met with the owner of Kodiak Motor Sports regarding on-road use of “off-road” vehicles and the legal
issues involved. In short, DMV will not issue plates for “off-road” vehicles that are made street legal.
Leachate Treatment Plant-Do the success of the leachate collection system and the significant rainfall,
we have overflowed the lagoons. The state has been notified and we are working on both short- and
long-term solutions.
Fisheries Tax-The state shared fisheries tax came in far below the amount budgeted by the Assembly.
While we will get a subsequent check in Spring, the estimate for this year’s revenue is approximately
$800,000, far below the $1.2M the Assembly budgeted.
Met with staff on various issues including personnel, budgets, bid handling process and related items.
Upcoming Events
Borough Offices are closed on November 11 and November 28 & 29.
My medical leave has been postponed.
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Reorganization of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly
1. Election of the Deputy Presiding Officer
ORIGINATOR: Tara Welinsky
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to nominate ______ as Deputy Presiding Officer.
DISCUSSION:
ALTERNATIVES:
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
KIB Code Chapter 2.30 Rules Of The Assembly
Chapter 2.30.040 Organization and deputy presiding officer.
A. Organization. The assembly shall annually, at the November meeting, elect from its members a
deputy presiding officer to serve at the assembly’s pleasure.
B. Election of the deputy presiding officer of the assembly shall be in the following manner:
1. As the first order of new business, nominations for deputy presiding officer shall be opened.
2. Nominations may be made by any member of the assembly.
3. At the close of nominations, a ballot shall be taken. The clerk shall distribute, collect, and with
the assistance of one other person, tally the ballots. The clerk shall announce the results.
4. A majority vote of the assembly shall be required for election.
5. If no majority is cast for any candidate, the candidate or candidates with the fewest ballots shall
be dropped from the list of candidates until there are two remaining and balloting shall continue
until one candidate is elected. In case of an ultimate tie vote of the assembly, the mayor may vote.
C. Deputy Presiding Officer. The deputy presiding officer shall preside as the chair at assembly
meetings in the absence of the mayor. If at any meeting the deputy presiding officer
is not present, or is unable to act, the senior assembly member present shall preside as the chair. [Ord.
FY2017-26 §2, 2017; Ord. FY2005-07 §5, 2004; Ord. 98-02 §4, 1998; Ord. 86-13-O(A) §3, 1986.
Formerly §2.17.040].
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Resolution No. FY2020-13 Adopting the Capital Improvement Priorities List For
The 2020 State Legislative Session
ORIGINATOR: Meagan Christiansen
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to approve Resolution No. FY2020-13.
DISCUSSION:
This resolution adopts the Borough's list of capital improvement priorities to be submitted as a list for
funding consideration by the state legislature. The list was created with consultation of the Planning &
Zoning Commissions recommendations, lobbyist Mark Hickey, and Assembly discussion.
ALTERNATIVES:
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
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1 Introduced by: Borough Manager
2 Drafted by: Special Projects Support
3 Introduced on: 11/07/2019
4 Amended:
5 Adopted on:
6
7 KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
8 RESOLUTION NO. FY2020-13
9
10 A RESOLUTION OF THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ADOPTING A
11 STATE LEGISLATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS PRIORITY LIST FOR THE
12 2020 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
13
14 WHEREAS, the Kodiak Island Borough represents nearly 14,000 residents of the Kodiak
15 Island Archipelago living in six incorporated cities and one community governed by a tribal
16 council government; and
17
18 WHEREAS, a Borough–wide capital improvement program has been adopted by the Kodiak
19 Island Borough Planning & Zoning Commission which identifies major needs of the island
20 community for the next five years; and
21
22 WHEREAS, the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly has reviewed the borough-wide capital
23 improvement program adopted by the Planning & Zoning Commission and identified major
24 projects to submit to the Alaska Governor and State Legislative Delegation for funding
25 consideration; and
26
27 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND
28 BOROUGH THAT:
29
30 Section 1:The Kodiak Island Borough’s State Legislative capital improvement project
31 priorities for the 2020 legislative session are as follows:
32
33 Peterson Elementary School Roof Replacement and Repairs
34 Estimated Project Cost $3,282,467
35 Local Funding $985,000
36 State Funding Request $2,297,467
37
38 Peterson School was built in the early 1950’s and expanded in early 2000’s. This school
39 has served the families of the military base (Navy and then Coast Guard) and Kodiak’s
40 Bells Flats neighborhood residents.
41
42 The roof on the school is an EPDM/IRMA Ballasted and Protected Membrane Roof
43 System that is approximately twenty-five years old. The roof has been leaking, causing
44 rot and degradation of support elements, specifically the parapet walls, rooftop HVAC
45 units and associated ducting; repairs have been difficult to accomplish due to the type of
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46 the roof system in place. Asbestos removal for the rain leader drains are also concerns
47 and add cost for haz-mat handling. This project is a priority item on the Borough’s
48 school facility repair and replacement list and has been submitted to DEED for
49 consideration under the department’s major maintenance program but is unlikely to get
50 funding in next few years given competing projects already on the list and the minimal
51 amount of annual funding provided.
52
53 M/V Tustumena Replacement Vessel Construction
54 Estimated Project Cost $238,000,000
55
56 The M/V Tustumena was built in 1964 and serves the communities of South Central,
57 Kodiak Island and Southwest Alaska. It is one of two ocean class vessels in the Alaska
58 Marine Highway System (AMHS) fleet. Because of its size and design, it is the only
59 AMHS vessel capable of serving all 13 ports of call between Homer and Unalaska.
60 Retiring and replacing the M/V Tustumena with a vessel that is equally, if not more,
61 versatile and seaworthy will provide reliable marine transportation service well into the
62 future for the communities, residents and businesses in South Central, Kodiak Island
63 and Southwest Alaska (from the Alaska Marine Highway System website). The new
64 vessel must match the current ocean-going fleet in versatility and capabilities, including
65 the ability to serve all communities currently served by the M/V Tustumena.
66
67 The M/V Tustumena is an essential service to the communities of Kodiak Island and
68 other ports in Southwest Alaska. The project has been funded by the legislature and is
69 scheduled for the start of construction in the latest Department of Transportation &
70 Public Facilities’ Statewide Transportation Improvement Project (STIP) for federal fiscal
71 year (FFY) 2020. Changes at the AMHS under the Dunleavy Administration suggest the
72 replacement project is under re-evaluation. Given the age of the M/V Tustumena and
73 ever-increasing maintenance challenges and costs, the Kodiak Island Borough
74 respectfully request the department complete the design as soon as possible and
75 advertise for construction during FFY 2020. Moving quickly is of the utmost importance.
76
77 Otmeloi Way Reconstruction
78 Estimated Project Cost $7,930,000
79 FY06 Designated Legislative Grant $3,300,000
80 Requested Federal Aid Funding $4,630,000
81
82 The purpose of this project is to address health and safety concerns along Otmeloi Way,
83 which serves as access to North Star Elementary School and a large number of
84 residential properties. Otmeloi Way is currently a state owned and maintained road,
85 however, with completion of this project, the Kodiak Island Borough will take ownership
86 and maintenance responsibility. This project will:
87
88 Reconstruct and convert Otmeloi Way and a 500-foot portion of Mallard Way
89 from unpaved to paved;
90 Address horizontal/vertical alignment and grade issues;
91 Enhance drainage;
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92 Install lighting; and
93 Widen the typical section to construct a facility for non-motorized users.
94
95 Safety concerns address by this project include fugitive dust, curve radii and roadway
96 grades inadequate for the existing posted speed limit of 25 MPH, and the lack of a safe,
97 well-lit facility for children walking or biking to North Star Elementary School. This
98 project was specifically identified as a priority in Kodiak’s adopted Safe Routes to School
99 Plan (2013).
100
101 The Kodiak Island Borough requests that the balance of the FY06 grant funds,
102 approximately $2.7 million, remain designated to this project as matching funds for
103 federal funding; and requests support of our Community Transportation Program
104 nomination application.
105
106 East Elementary Traffic Flow Improvements
107 Estimated Project Cost $2,000,000
108 State Funding Request $2,000,000
109
110 There is a safety issue in the East Elementary School parking lot. The school was
111 constructed in 1966 with a substantial addition in 1988. The facility now totals 39,842
112 square feet with twenty-five teaching stations. Since the expansion, increased traffic
113 flows have created dangerous vehicle/student hazards when students are entering and
114 leaving school. Reconfiguration of the parking area will reduce risks by providing for a
115 safer separation of pedestrians, small vehicle traffic and bus loading/unloading. The
116 project will require an increase in the total area of the parking lot by expanding into
117 neighboring Borough-owned land to allow adequate parking to support increased
118 building usage and occupant load.
119
120 Drainage Improvements for Chiniak Highway and Sargent Creek Intersection
121 Estimated Project Cost $500,000
122 State Funding Request $500,000
123
124 This request is to provide funding to the DOT&PF Southcoast Region, Kodiak Island
125 District for the construction of improvements near the intersection of the Chiniak
126 Highway and Sargent Creek Road. These improvements will address flooding at the
127 intersection that sometimes makes it impassable.
128
129 Heavy rain events occurring in conjunction with high tide cause the intersection to flood
130 the only roadway in and out of Bells Flats subdivision. This flooding impedes safe travel
131 and often leaves motorists stranded and unable to reach homes or critical services
132 located in town.
133
134 Proposed improvements along the Sargent Creek approach to the Chiniak Highway
135 include bank stabilization, armoring, and rechanneling as needed to keep the river in its
136 channel. Roadway improvements include a modification, essentially raising the entrance,
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137 of Sargent Creek Road as it approaches the intersection with the Chiniak Highway to
138 elevate it above where flood water collects.
139
140 Safe Pathways to North Star Elementary School
141 Estimated Project Cost $1,500,000
142 State Funding Request $1,500,000
143
144 Northstar Elementary School is located on a hill amongst several residential
145 neighborhoods. Many roads connecting the neighborhoods around the school are
146 narrow, steep, and winding dirt roads without sidewalks or separated pathways to keep
147 pedestrians safe from vehicular traffic. The Kodiak Safe Routes to Schools Plan (2013)
148 describes a need for separated pathways or trails to connect the residential
149 neighborhoods to the school. This project would provide separated soft surface
150 pedestrian pathways along Lily Drive and Anton Way.
151
152 Service Area Road Improvements and Paving
153 Estimated Project Cost $7,500,000
154 Local Funds 750,000
155 State Funding Request $6,750,000
156
157 This project addresses the on-going need to improve portions of Borough Service Area
158 roads. There are approximately 26 miles of road among four Road Service Areas that
159 connect residential neighborhoods with the greater Kodiak community. Paving projects
160 will address main thoroughfares or busy neighborhood roads. Improvements to major
161 drainage courses, installation of guard rails, and other identified road improvement
162 needs may also be addressed with this funding.
163
164 The two larger local road services areas, Road Service Area No. 1, serving an area
165 north of the City of Kodiak, and Women’s Bay Service Area will share the funding
166 amongst priorities that have been determined by the road service area boards. Local
167 contributions to road improvements may be funded through local improvement districts
168 where those in the district are taxed a proportion of the project cost.
169
170 Kodiak Island Trail Improvements
171 Estimated Project Cost $50,000
172
173 This is a priority identified by the Kodiak Island Borough Parks and Recreation Committee. The
174 purpose of the project would be to design and implement trail system improvements as
175 recommended and prioritized in the recently adopted Kodiak Road System Trail Plan, to
176 include, but not limited to, trail head improvements, parking area and circulation plans,
177 dra inage improvements , environmental permitting , etc.
178
179 Anton Larsen Bay Road Extension to Ice Free Water
180 Estimated Project Cost $8,450,000
181 Funding Acquired 450,000
182 State Funding Request $8,000,000
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183
184 An extension of the Anton Larsen Bay Road will be a public road of approximately 2.2
185 miles to ice free waters just outside Anton Larsen Bay. The project will include a boat
186 launching ramp. The road will provide year around road access to Kodiak for residents
187 of Port Lions, Ouzinkie and much of the west side of Kodiak Island and all of Afognak
188 Island without having to travel around Spruce Cape. Year-around travel by vessel to
189 Kodiak around Spruce Cape is treacherous and extending the Anton Larsen Bay road
190 makes winter traveling safer and provides access to critical services located in the City
191 of Kodiak – including hospitals and businesses. The road extension will support existing
192 commercial operations in Marmot Bay such as Kodiak Electrical Association’s Hydro-
193 Electric plant, Koniag, Inc.’s rock quarry and Kodiak Regional Aquaculture Association’s
194 Kitoi hatchery.
195
196 Moreover, an extended road will enhance summer and winter recreational opportunities
197 and activities for all Kodiak residents. The Anton Larsen Bay road extension is
198 envisioned as a project undertaken by the Native Village of Ouzinkie or the Spruce
199 Island Develop Corporation. It will be built on a road right-of-way donated by the
200 Ouzinkie Native Corporation and Koniag, Inc. The road extension is also in the Sun’aq
201 Tribe of Kodiak’s road inventory. Maintenance of the extension is expected to be by one
202 or both tribal entities. The route is identified in the Kodiak Transportation Plan as in
203 important upland facility. An environmental assessment is expected to be completed in
204 the summer of 2019. Funding will be from State and/or Federal funds. Cost of the project
205 is estimated at $8,500,000.
206
207 Anton Larsen Dock, Launch Ramp, and Parking Improvements
208 Estimated Project Cost $2,000,000
209
210 The Anton Larsen Dock is heavily used by Port Lions and Ouzinkie residents, as well as
211 others living on the island’s west side, commercial fishermen, charter operations, and
212 citizens living on Kodiak’s road system. Improvements to this facility have been made in
213 the recent past. However, given the site’s popularity, an expansion of the parking
214 facilities is needed. Additionally, a floating dock space is needed at the ramp so that
215 users can more safely pull boats or cargo to shore.
216
217 Mill Bay Beach Access and Recreation Upgrade
218 Estimated Project Cost $500,000
219 State Funding Request $500,000
220
221 This beach site is heavily used by residents and visitors who come to recreate in a
222 variety of ways at this bay located close to town. Time, tide and use have eroded safe
223 access to the two stretches of beach at this site. New construction items proposed here
224 include new stairs and walkways and trail enhancements between the two beaches, as
225 well as a small raft/kayak launch.
226
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228 Section 2: The Kodiak Island Borough administration is hereby instructed to advise our
229 State of Alaska Governor and Legislative Delegation of the Capital Improvement Projects
230 Priority List adopted by the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly.
231
232 ADOPTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
233 THIS _____________ DAY OF NOVEMBER 2019.
234
235 KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ATTEST:
236
237
238 ___________________________ ___________________________
239 William Roberts, Mayor Tara Welinsky, Clerk
240
241 VOTES:
242 Ayes:
243 Noes:
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Introduced by: Borough Manager 1
Drafted by: Special Projects Support 2
Introduced on: 11/01/2018 3
Amended: 11/01/2018 4
Adopted on: 11/01/2018 5
6
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH 7
RESOLUTION NO. FY2019-11 8
9
A RESOLUTION OF THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ADOPTING A 10
STATE LEGISLATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS PRIORITY LIST FOR THE 2019 11
LEGISLATIVE SESSION 12
13
WHEREAS, the Kodiak Island Borough represents nearly 14,000 residents of the Kodiak Island 14
Archipelago living in six incorporated cities and one community governed by a tribal council 15
government; and 16
17
WHEREAS, a Borough–wide capital improvement program has been adopted by the Kodiak 18
Island Borough Planning & Zoning Commission which identifies major needs of the island 19
community for the next five years; and 20
21
WHEREAS, the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly has reviewed the borough-wide capital 22
improvement program adopted by the Planning & Zoning Commission and identified major 23
projects to submit to the Alaska Governor and State Legislative Delegation for funding 24
consideration; and 25
26
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND 27
BOROUGH THAT: 28
29
Section 1: The Kodiak Island Borough’s State Legislative capital improvement project priorities 30
for the 2019 legislative session are as follows: 31
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1. Peterson Elementary School Roof Replacement and Repairs 33
Estimated Project Cost $3,282,467 34
Local Funding $985,000 35
State Funding Request $2,297,467 36
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Peterson School was built in the early 1950’s and expanded in early 2000’s. This school has 38
served the families of the military base (Navy and then Coast Guard) and Kodiak’s Bells Flats 39
neighborhood residents. 40
41
The roof on the school is an EPDM/IRMA Ballasted and Protected Membrane Roof System 42
that is approximately twenty-five years old. The roof has been leaking, causing rot and 43
degradation of support elements, specifically the parapet walls, rooftop HVAC units and 44
associated ducting; repairs have been difficult to accomplish due to the type of the roof system 45
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in place. Asbestos removal for the rain leader drains are also concerns and add cost for haz-46
mat handling. This project is a priority item on the Borough’s school facility repair and 47
replacement list and has been submitted to DEED for consideration under the department’s 48
major maintenance program but is unlikely to get funding in next few years given competing 49
projects already on the list and the minimal amount of annual funding provided. 50
51
2. East Elementary Traffic Flow Improvements 52
Estimated Project Cost $2,000,000 53
Local Funding 54
State Funding Request $2,000,000 55
56
There is a safety issue in the East Elementary School parking lot. The school was constructed 57
in 1966 with a substantial addition in 1988. The facility now totals 39,842 square feet with 58
twenty-five teaching stations. Since the expansion, increased traffic flows have created 59
dangerous vehicle/student hazards when students are entering and leaving school. 60
Reconfiguration of the parking area will reduce risks by providing for a safer separation of 61
pedestrians, small vehicle traffic and bus loading/unloading. The project will require an 62
increase in the total area of the parking lot by expanding into neighboring Borough-owned 63
land to allow adequate parking to support increased building usage and occupant load. 64
65
3. Drainage Improvements for Chiniak Highway and Sargent Creek Intersection 66
Estimated Project Cost $500,000 67
State Funding Request $500,000 68
69
This request is to provide funding to the DOT&PF Southcoast Region, Kodiak Island District 70
for the construction of improvements near the intersection of the Chiniak Highway and Sargent 71
Creek Road. These improvements will address flooding at the intersection that sometimes 72
makes it impassable. 73
74
Heavy rain events occurring in conjunction with high tide cause the intersection to flood the 75
only roadway in and out of Bells Flats subdivision. This flooding impedes safe travel and often 76
leaves motorists stranded and unable to reach homes or critical services located in town. 77
78
Proposed improvements along the Sargent Creek approach to the Chiniak Highway include 79
bank stabilization, armoring, and rechanneling as needed to keep the river in its channel. 80
Roadway improvements include a modification, essentially raising the entrance, of Sargent 81
Creek Road as it approaches the intersection with the Chiniak Highway to elevate it above 82
where flood water collects. 83 84
4. Safe Pathways to North Star Elementary School 85
Estimated Project Cost $1,500,000 86
Local Funding 87
State Funding Request $1,500,000 88
89
Northstar Elementary School is located on a hill amongst several residential neighborhoods. 90
Many roads connecting the neighborhoods around the school are narrow, steep, and winding 91
dirt roads without sidewalks or separated pathways to keep pedestrians safe from vehicular 92
traffic. The Kodiak Safe Routes to Schools Plan (2013) describes a need for separated 93
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pathways or trails to connect the residential neighborhoods to the school. This project would 94
provide separated soft surface pedestrian pathways along Lily Drive and Anton Way. 95
96
5. Self-Activated School Crosswalk Warning Systems 97
Estimated Project Cost $1,300,000 98
State Funding Request $1,300,000 99
100
Poor visibility of crosswalks in school zones is a safety hazard! Local weather and traffic 101
degrade the paint on crosswalks; and pedestrians waiting to cross are often difficult to see 102
due to the long season of dark days, inclement weather, and busy traffic at busy intersections 103
near schools. 104
105
Rezanof Drive is a state-owned roadway and is the main road through the City of Kodiak. 106
Pedestrians needing to cross this road to access schools that include Kodiak Middle School, 107
Main Elementary School, East Elementary School and Kodiak College must wait for a break 108
in traffic or for motorists to notice their intent to cross and stop to allow the crossing. The 109
Kodiak Island Borough is requesting funding for AKDOT to purchase and install self -activated 110
(push button) crosswalk warning systems at the intersections of Rezanof Drive and Powell 111
Street, and Rezanof Drive and Benny Benson Street to increase pedestrian safety near 112
schools located along Rezanof Drive. 113
114
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6. Service Area Road Improvements and Paving 116
Estimated Project Cost $5,000,000 117
Local Funding 118
State Funding Request $5,000,000 119
120
This project addresses the on-going need to improve portions of Borough Service Area roads. 121
There are approximately 26 miles of road among four Road Service Areas that connect 122
residential neighborhoods with the greater Kodiak community. Paving projects will address 123
main thoroughfares or busy neighborhood roads. Improvements to major drainage courses, 124
installation of guard rails, and other identified road improvement needs may also be addressed 125
with this funding. 126
127
The two larger local road services areas, Road Service Area No. 1, serving an area north of 128
the City of Kodiak, and Women’s Bay Service Area will share the funding amongst priorities 129
that have been determined by the road service area boards. Local contributions to road 130
improvements may be funded through local improvement districts where those in the district 131
are taxed a proportion of the project cost. 132
133
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7. Anton Larsen Bay Road Extension to Ice Free Water 135
Estimated Project Cost $8,450,000 136
Funding Acquired 450,000 137
State Funding Request $8,000,000 138
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An extension of the Anton Larsen Bay Road will be a public road of approximately 2.2 142
miles to ice free waters just outside Anton Larsen Bay. The project will include a boat 143
launching ramp. The road will provide year around road access to Kodiak for residents 144
of Port Lions, Ouzinkie and much of the west side of Kodiak Island and all of Afognak 145
Island without having to travel around Spruce Cape. Year-around travel by vessel to 146
Kodiak around Spruce Cape is treacherous and extending the Anton Larsen Bay road 147
makes winter traveling safer and provides access to critical services located in the City 148
of Kodiak – including hospitals and businesses. The road extension will support existing 149
commercial operations in Marmot Bay such as Kodiak Electrical Association’s Hydro-150
Electric plant, Koniag, Inc.’s rock quarry and Kodiak Regional Aquaculture Association’s 151
Kitoi hatchery. 152
153
Moreover, an extended road will enhance summer and winter recreational opportunities 154
and activities for all Kodiak residents. The Anton Larsen Bay road extension is 155
envisioned as a project undertaken by the Native Village of Ouzinkie or the Spruce 156
Island Develop Corporation. It will be built on a road right-of-way donated by the 157
Ouzinkie Native Corporation and Koniag, Inc. The road extension is also in the Sun’aq 158
Tribe of Kodiak’s road inventory. Maintenance of the extension is expected to be by one 159
or both tribal entities. The route is identified in the Kodiak Transportation Plan as in 160
important upland facility. An environmental assessment is expected to be completed in 161
the summer of 2019. Funding will be from State and/or Federal funds. Cost of the project 162
is estimated at $8,500,000. 163
164
8. Mill Bay Beach Access and Recreation Upgrade 165
Estimated Project Cost $500,000 166
Local Funding 167
State Funding Request $500,000 168
169
This beach site is heavily used by residents and visitors who come to recreate in a variety of 170
ways at this bay located close to town. Time, tide and use have eroded safe access to the 171
two stretches of beach at this site. New construction items proposed here include new stairs 172
and walkways and trail enhancements between the two beaches, as well as a small raft/kayak 173
launch. 174
175
Section 2: The Kodiak Island Borough administration is hereby instructed to advise our State 176
of Alaska Governor and Legislative Delegation of the Capital Improvement Projects Priority List 177
adopted by the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly. 178
179
ADOPTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH 180
THIS FIRST DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2018. 181
182
183
VOTES: 184
Ayes: Kavanaugh, Schroeder, Skinner, Smiley, Turner 185
Absent: Symmons and one Assembly vacant seat 186
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH 6
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 7
RESOLUTION NO. FY2020-02 8
9
A RESOLUTION OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH PLANNING AND ZONING 10
COMMISSION RECOMMENDING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS PRIORITY 11
LIST FOR FY 2020-2024 12
13
WHEREAS, the Kodiak Island Borough represents approximately 15 ,000 residents of the 14
Kodiak Island Archipelago living in six incorporated cities and one community governed by 15
a tribal council government; and 16
17
WHEREAS, a Borough-wide capital improvement program is adopted annually by the 18
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly with recommendations from the Planning and Zoning 19
Commission. This list identifies the major needs of the island community for the next five years; 20
and 21
22
WHEREAS, the Kodiak Island Borough identifies priority projects to be submitted to the 23
Alaska State legislative delegation , the Federal legislative delegation and when applying for 24
grants; 25
26
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 27
OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH THAT: 28
29
Section 1: The Kodiak Island Borough Planning and Zoning Commission recommends 30
the following capital improvement projects, not in any priority order, for adoption into the 31
Kodiak Island Borough FY 2020 - 2024 CIP list of capital projects: 32
33
1. Anton Larsen Bay Road Extension to Ice Free Water $8,100,000 34
An extension of the Anton Larsen Bay Road to ice-free waters will provide year around access 35
to those communities located in the Kupreanof Strait and Kizhuiak Bay areas as well as those 36
who use the island's west side for commercial and recreational purposes. Many times during the 37
year travel by vessel to Kodiak is treacherous. Extending the road to ice free waters makes 38
traveling safer, providing access to critical services located in the City of Kodiak including 39
hospitals and businesses. This is envisioned to be a cooperative effort between KIB, AKDOT, 40
Ouzinkie Native Corporation (surface estate owner), Koniag Inc. (subsurface estate owner) and 41
other tribal entities. This route was identified in the Kodiak Transportation Plan as an important 42
upland facility. Some or all of the aforementioned parties may participate in funding this. 43
44
2. Service Area Road and Paving Improvements $7,500,000 45
To be applied to priority projects identified by the road service districts including Service Area 46
One, Womens Bay Service Area, Bayview Service Area, and Monashka Bay Service Area. 47
Priorities will be based on recommendations made by the elected service area boards and 48
professional engineering study. Local contributions to project engineering and design may be 49
funded through local improvement districts where those in the district are taxed a proportion of 50
the project. 51
52
3. Mission Road (Including Spruce Cape) Safety Improvements $20,000,000 53
Mission Road (including Spruce Cape) is a major collector street for the community , and 54
one of the roads that lead to downtown. The project will widen the existing two (2) lanes 55
nd provide a pedestrian and bike path on the shoulder or on the sidewalks. This requested 56
Introduced by: CDD
Requested by: P&Z Commission
Drafted by: CDD
Introduced on: 10/16/2019
Adopted on: 10/16/19
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funding will provide for the needed planning and design that will help develop a scope of work 57
and the overall project cost. 58
59
4. VFW Rifle Range Reconstruction $150,000 60
The existing outdoor rifle range is closed because it is unsafe to property owners adjacent to the 61
facility. Bullets are known to have left the range creating off-site dangers. The solution to this 62
danger is to properly develop the area into a bone-a-fide 100 yard range. KISA has enlisted the 63
help of a range consultant that evaluated the existing range and made design suggestions to 64
make it available to the shooting public. Design aspects include the proper grading of the area, 65
creation of two backstops, expansion of the width of the range and the installation of a baffle 66
system. The continued closure of this range has led to a number of unsafe bandit ranges along 67
the road system that are not regulated, cause a public nuisance and are in dangerous. 68
69
5. Engineering and Design for East Elementary Traffic Flow Improvements $815,000 70
East Elementary School was constructed in 1966 with a substantially addition in 1988. The 71
facil ity now totals 39,842 square feet with twenty -five teaching stations. Since the expansion, 72
increased traffic flows in the vicinity due to major business development have created 73
dangerous vehicl e/student hazards when students are entering and leaving school. 74
Reconfiguration of the parking area will reduce risks by providing for a safer separation of 75
pedestrians, small vehicle traffic and bus loading/unloading. A new design will require an 76
increase in the total area of the parking lot to allow adequate parking to support increased 77
building usage and occupant load. 78
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6. Parks and Field Plan $10,000 80
Borough owns and manages land and fields for recreational purposes which need a master 81
plan to ensure best utilization and maintenance by the community. A master plan would also 82
help to reconcile jurisdictional and policy concerns with regard to cooperative use 83
arrangements with City of Kodiak and KIB School District. 84
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7. Kodiak Island Trail Improvements $50,000 86
This is a priority identified by the Kodiak Island Borough Parks and Recreation Committee. 87
The purpose of the project would be to design and implement trail system improvements as 88
recommended and prioritized in the recently adopted Kodiak Road System Trail Plan, to 89
include , but not limited to, trail head improvements, parking area and c irculation plans, 90
dra inage improvements , environmental permitting , etc. 91
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8. Mill Bay Beach Access and Recreation Upgrade $163,000 93
This beach is heavily used by residents, sports fisherman and the community who come to 94
view this bay located close to town. New construction items proposed here would include new 95
stairs and walkways and trail enhancements between the two beaches, as well as a small 96
raft/kayak launch . The planning and design has already been funded . 97
98
9. West Rezanof Drive Pedestrian Improvements $5,000,000 99
The section of West Rezanof Drive near Sargent Creek and the Russian River frequently 100
has visitors taking advantage of fishing opportunities and other wildlife viewing activities. 101
Roadside parking and pedestrian activity along this corridor is not compatible with the high 102
speed vehicular traffic on the roadway. To enhance safety and eliminate conflicts between 103
user groups, new construction items are being proposed. This includes, but is not limited to, 104
additional off-street parking, boardwalks, pedestrian bridges, and other pedestrian 105
improvements. 106
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10. Anton Larsen Dock, Launch Ramp, and Parking Improvements $2,000,000 108
The Anton Larsen Dock is heavily used by Port Lions and Ouzinkie residents, as well as 109
others living on the island’s west side, commercial fishermen, charter operations, and 110
citizens living on Kodiak’s road system. Improvements to this facility have been made in the 111
recent past. However, given the site’s popularity, an expansion of the parking facilities is 112
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needed. Additionally, a floating dock space is needed at the ramp so that users can more 113
safely pull boats or cargo to shore. 114
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ADOPTED BY THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH PLANNING AND ZONING 116
COMMISSION THIS ______ DAY OF ______________, 2019 117
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION 120
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Dave Townsend , Chair 124
ATTEST 125
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Sheila Smith, Secretary 129
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Resolution No. FY2020-14 Adopting the Federal Program And Capital
Improvement Priority List for Federal Fiscal Year 2020
ORIGINATOR: Meagan Christiansen
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to approve Resolution No. FY2020-14.
DISCUSSION:
This resolution adopts the Borough's list of programs and capital improvement priorities to be submitted
as a list for funding consideration through the federal government. The list was created with
consultation of lobbyist Brad Gilman.
ALTERNATIVES:
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
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1 Introduced by: Manager Powers
2 Drafted by: Special Projects Support
3 Introduced on:
4 Adopted on:
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6 KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
7 RESOLUTION NO. FY2020-14
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9 A RESOLUTION OF THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH IDENTIFYING
10 FEDERAL PROGRAM PRIORITIES AND A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR
11 FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2020 & 2021
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13 WHEREAS, the Alaska Congressional Delegation has requested the views of the Kodiak
14 Island Borough on which federal programs and projects should be considered priorities, in no
15 particular order, for rural Alaskan communities and their residents.; and
16
17 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND
18 BOROUGH that the Kodiak Island Borough’s views and recommendations on priority Federal
19 programs and projects are as follows:
20
21 1. Groundfish Surveys: The Kodiak Island Borough remains concerned over reduced
22 groundfish trawl surveys in the Gulf of Alaska. Groundfish are very important to
23 Kodiak fisheries, representing 60 percent of all our landings. These surveys provide
24 data on groundfish species abundance which is then used to set fishing quotas.
25 Inadequate data creates the possibility of reduced quotas as fisheries managers
26 seek to control fishing effort on a precautionary basis. The National Marine Fisheries
27 Service (NMFS) has been seeking to reduce the number of vessel surveys – both
28 those using Federal fishery research vessels as well as private chartered vessels --
29 from five to four. The Borough submitted a FY 2020 Federal request to the
30 Delegation seeking five annual surveys – both public and private. The FY 2020
31 Senate Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill, which funds the National
32 Marine Fisheries Service, includes report language that states – “The Committee
33 notes that any reduction in fisheries survey coverage is unacceptable, especially in
34 areas where the distribution of fish stocks are changing due to climate change.
35 Therefore, an additional $2,000,000 above the fiscal year 2019 enacted level is
36 provided for NMFS to maintain historical levels of fisheries survey coverage in fiscal
37 year 2020. At this funding level the Committee expects NMFS to contract no less
38 than five vessels for Alaskan bottom trawl surveys and cooperative research…” The
39 Borough urges that the House-Senate Conference adopt this language during
40 negotiations on a final FY 2020 bill and support its inclusion in the FY 2021
41 appropriations bills when they are developed next year.
42
43 2. Gulf of Alaska Pacific Cod Fisheries Disaster: The Pacific Cod fishery is
44 important to Kodiak. Our fishermen and processors suffered significant losses in this
45 fishery in 2018 due to the unfortunate effects on the species of the “warm blob” in
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46 North Pacific waters. The Secretary of Commerce formally approved the Governor’s
47 fishery disaster request this fall for the Pacific Cod fishery in the Gulf of Alaska. The
48 next step is for the U.S. Department of Commerce to allocate prior appropriated
49 funds to the Gulf Pacific Cod Disaster and for the State of Alaska to prepare a spend
50 plan that that addresses the different sectors of the fishery impacted by the disaster.
51 We request that the Delegation communicate to the Secretary of Commerce the
52 urgent need to allocate sufficient funding and promptly approve a State of Alaska
53 spend plan.
54
55 3. Alaska Pink Salmon Disaster Funding: After a long and delayed process, funds
56 for the AK pink salmon disaster in 2016 are about to be distributed to eligible
57 fishermen and processors. $31.8 million will go to fishermen (including
58 captain/crew); $17.7 million to processors (15 percent set aside for processing
59 workers) and $3.6 million to research and mitigate the cause of the disaster. The
60 State’s spend plan also calls for $2.4 million to go to local coastal governments for
61 foregone fish taxes as a result of the reduced landings of pink salmon that year. The
62 Department of Commerce and Office of Management & Budget (OMB) initially
63 rejected that portion of the State’s spend plan, claiming that the funding had to be
64 used by local governments for a dedicated activity connected to the fishery such as
65 shoreside infrastructure. The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, the grant
66 applicant and funding distributor delegated by NOAA, has submitted a second
67 application for the $2.4 million. It takes into account the suggestions made by the
68 Department and OMB and is now under review. We urge that the Delegation
69 continue to press for approval of this portion of the spend plan.
70
71 4. North Pacific Observer Program: Observers are an important part of managing
72 the halibut and groundfish fisheries in the Gulf of Alaska. Over 400 observers work
73 in the program on board fishing vessels as well as at processing plants to gather
74 data used in managing these fisheries in a sustainable way. Kodiak generally
75 benefits from a well-run and adequately funded observer program through expanded
76 economic opportunities for its groundfish and halibut fleet and processing sector.
77 Gulf of Alaska fishery participants pay into the North Pacific Observer Fund to cover
78 the costs of “partial coverage” for Gulf fishing sectors. Partial coverage has been in
79 decline due to the dramatic increase in observer coverage costs. The FY 2020
80 Senate Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Bill includes $1 million to
81 supplement the partial coverage program. The Borough urges the House-Senate
82 Appropriation Conference to include this increase in a final FY 2020 bill. We also
83 support $2 million in supplemental funding for the program in the FY 2021
84 appropriations bill next year.
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86 5. Homeporting U.S. Coast Guard Vessels And Kodiak Base Infrastructure
87 Improvements: Continued infrastructure development at the USCG Base in Kodiak
88 along with Coast Guard vessel homeporting expansion plans remain a high priority
89 for the Kodiak Island Borough. The Base is an excellent location for vessels from all
90 of the new major Coast Guard vessel classes, including Polar Security Cutters
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91 (PSC), National Security Cutters (NSC), Offshore Patrol Cutters (OPC), and Fast
92 Response Cutters (FRC). The construction of the first new Polar Security Cutter has
93 been funded and contract awarded, with the FY 2020 House Department of
94 Homeland Security (DHS) Appropriations Bill providing a down payment for the
95 construction of the second vessel. The first PSC is expected to be completed in
96 2023. For the FRC program, funding in the FY 2020 House DHS Appropriations Bill
97 would be adequate for construction of five more vessels; the Senate would fund four
98 craft. The Coast Guard has announced that two FRCs will be homeported in Kodiak.
99 Funding in the House bill for the NSC program would go toward the long lead-time
100 materials for construction of a 12th NSC. Both bills would fund construction of a 3rd
101 OPC and provide long lead-time materials for construction of two more vessels in
102 this class. For FY 2020 and subsequent out-years, significant investments are
103 planned for the Kodiak Base’s shoreside infrastructure (including housing) as well as
104 environmental remediation in order to be ready for the new vessel classes. This
105 includes -- $25 million for infrastructure improvements to support both FRC and OPC
106 homeporting, with estimates for OPC homeporting spending projected at $63 million
107 through FY 2024; $32 million in housing upgrades; and $31 million for environmental
108 remediation. We welcome these investments and the Coast Guard’s commitment to
109 the Base. We appreciate the Delegation’s support for the Base as a future homeport
110 for the new vessel classes and urge continued advocacy as future Coast Guard
111 decisions are made.
112
113 6. Payment-In-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILT): The Borough submitted FY 2020 Federal
114 requests with the Alaska Congressional Delegation earlier this year for continued
115 funding of PILT as we have done in years past and seek to do so for FY 2021. This
116 is a very important revenue source to the Borough, given that there are over 2.8
117 million acres removed by the Federal Government from taxation within the
118 boundaries of the Kodiak Island Borough. This is land that would otherwise be
119 available to the private sector to develop, creating jobs for the residents of Kodiak
120 and the rural Kodiak Island communities. PILT funds supplement Borough resources
121 to provide basic social services, including medical facilities, emergency fire and
122 rescue services, roads, and schools to our island communities. Both the House and
123 Senate FY 2020 Interior Appropriations Bills include full funding for the PILT
124 program. The Borough supports enactment of the legislation, continued funding in
125 FY 2021 and thanks the Delegation for its support of the program.
126
127 7. National Wildlife Refuge Fund (“Refuge Revenue Sharing”): The Kodiak Island
128 Borough opposes the termination of appropriations for this program. While not as
129 significant as PILT, the National Wildlife Refuge Fund is a critical source of
130 replacement revenue to communities like ours that have the presence of a large
131 Federal wildlife refuge within their boundaries. The President’s FY 2020 budget
132 request again proposes to eliminate Federal appropriations for this important
133 program. The Borough submitted FY 2020 Federal requests with the Alaska
134 Congressional Delegation earlier this year to maintain funding for the program. We
135 understand that both the House and Senate FY 2020 Interior Appropriations Bills
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136 include level funding for the program. The Borough supports enactment of the
137 legislation, thanks the Delegation for continued support of the program, and seeks
138 continued funding for it in FY 2021.
139
140 8. Essential Air Service (EAS) & Air Traffic Control Privatization: The FAA
141 reauthorization bill extends the EAS program for five years and rejected efforts to
142 privatize our nation’s Air Traffic Control system. While the debate on the latter issue
143 has settled for the moment, annual EAS funding still remains a concern. The
144 Administration is seeking just under a 30 percent cut to EAS in its FY 2020 budget
145 request. Without full funding of the EAS program, we would lose or have vastly
146 reduced air service to our island communities. Earlier this year, the Borough
147 submitted an FY 2020 Federal request for level funding of $175 million for EAS.
148 Level funding is provided in the FY 2020 House Transportation-Housing
149 Appropriations Bill, while its Senate counterpart contains a 7 percent cut. The
150 Borough favors the House number during House-Senate negotiations on a final bill.
151 The Borough also supports level funding for FY 2021.
152
153 9. U.S. Navy Arctic Presence: Selection of Kodiak as a potential Navy base or
154 staging area as the U.S. expands its security presence in the Arctic is a long-term
155 goal for the Borough. The Borough seeks to continue to keep Kodiak “on the radar
156 screen” with the Delegation and Department of Defense as future Arctic plans
157 develop. There is adequate land at our Coast Guard Base as well as a deep water
158 port at Womens Bay that could support the Navy’s presence. The Borough
159 appreciates the continuing engagement of the Delegation on this issue.
160
161 10. Anton Larsen Bay Road Extension Project: The Kodiak Island Borough has
162 submitted this project as a Federal request to the Delegation the last few years in
163 hopes that Congress will resume the practice of Congressionally directed spending,
164 otherwise known as earmarks. While both the House and Senate have opted not to
165 resume the practice this year, the Borough is submitting this project as a Federal
166 request in case there is a shift in policy in the future. An extension of the Anton
167 Larsen Bay Road to ice free waters will provide year around access to those
168 communities located in the Kupreanof Strait as well as those who use the island’s
169 west side for commercial and recreational purposes. Extending the road to ice free
170 waters makes traveling safer, providing access to critical services located in the City
171 of Kodiak, including hospitals and businesses. Both the Ouzinkie Native Corporation
172 through its subsidiary, the Spruce Island Development Corporation, and the Sun’aq
173 Tribe of Kodiak have agreed to partner on the project. Its total project cost is $8
174 million.
175
176 11. Broadband Service To Rural Areas: The Borough reiterates the importance of
177 improving broadband service to our rural island communities. The poor internet
178 service experienced by many of our communities has a negative impact on the
179 delivery of important public services as well as commerce. The Borough
180 understands that the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Alaska Plan
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181 provides the necessary funding from the Connect America Fund for significant
182 investments by Alaska telecom providers in rural broadband. These investments will
183 help bring improve Internet service speed and coverage to the more remote parts of
184 the State by 2025. The key to our villages receiving broadband service will be the
185 carriers making necessary “middle” and “last” mile investments on the Island. We
186 continue to urge the Alaska Delegation to encourage telecom providers in our region
187 to make those investments as part of implementation of the FCC Alaska Plan. The
188 USDA has grant/loan programs (Telecommunications Infrastructure Loan Program &
189 Community Connect Grant Program) that could fund “last mile” broadband
190 infrastructure programs once the Alaska Plan begins to move forward. The Borough,
191 in cooperation with a local internet provider, could then submit a funding application
192 with USDA’s program. If so, we would seek Delegation support for our application.
193
194 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
195 that the Kodiak Island Borough administration is hereby instructed to advise Congress and the
196 appropriate agencies of the United States Federal Government of the Capital Improvement
197 Program and priorities adopted by the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly.
198
199 ADOPTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
200 THIS __________ DAY OF _______________, 2019.
201
202 KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ATTEST:
203
204
205 ___________________________ ___________________________
206 Mayor Bill Roberts Tara Welinski, Clerk
207
208 VOTES:
209 Ayes:
210 Noes:
211
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Introduced by: Manager Powers 1
Drafted by: Special Projects Support 2
Introduced on: 12/06/2018 3
Adopted on: 12/06/2018 4
5
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH 6
RESOLUTION NO. FY2019-12 7
8
A RESOLUTION OF THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH IDENTIFYING 9
FEDERAL PROGRAM PRIORITIES AND A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR 10
FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2019 11
12
WHEREAS, the Alaska Congressional Delegation has requested the views of the Kodiak Island 13
Borough on which federal programs and projects should be considered priorities, in no particular 14
order, for rural Alaskan communities and their residents.; and 15
16
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND 17
BOROUGH that the Kodiak Island Borough’s views and recommendations on priority federal 18
programs and projects are as follows: 19
20
1. Groundfish Surveys: The Kodiak Island Borough is very concerned over proposed 21
plans by the National Marine Fisheries Service to reduce groundfish trawl surveys in 22
the Gulf of Alaska. A lack of survey data may lead to quota cut backs that would 23
negatively affect Kodiak fishermen and processors, and by extension our community’s 24
fishing-based economy. Groundfish represent 60 percent of all landings in Kodiak. 25
The North Pacific Fishery Management Council and NMFS rely upon these fishery 26
surveys to determine annual catch limits and monitor the health of these stocks. 27
Reportedly, the RV Oscar Dyson may not be ready for the 2019 fisheries survey 28
season due to shipyard repairs and maintenance. Our community also relies on the 29
use of five charter vessels for groundfish bottom trawl surveys. These surveys 30
complement that conducted by the Dyson, which is a mid-water acoustics survey. This 31
year NMFS made use of only four of those vessels, further eroding the data sets critical 32
to managing these fisheries on a sustainable basis. There is the possibility of NMFS 33
being able to employ the RV Shimada from the Pacific Coast to conduct replacement 34
surveys for the Dyson, but we still need the agency to commit to the five vessel charter 35
surveys. We understand that both House and Senate FY 2019 Commerce, Justice, 36
Science Appropriations Bills include incremental increases in NMFS’ Fisheries Data 37
Collection, Surveys and Assessments Account, the larger budget account that funds 38
North Pacific groundfish surveys. The Borough requests that the Delegation ensures 39
that NMFS dedicates sufficient funding from this account so that both a replacement 40
NOAA vessel such as the Shimada can conduct acoustic surveys as well as resume 41
the separate surveys conducted by all five charter vessels. 42
43
2. Homeporting U.S. Coast Guard Vessels: The Kodiak Island Borough is pleased 44
with the recent decision by the Coast Guard to homeport two new 154’ Fast Response 45
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Cutters at the Kodiak Coast Guard Base as well as continued funding for housing and 46
shoreside infrastructure improvements. We want to continue to emphasize that 47
Kodiak remains the ideal location for the deployment of National Response Cutters 48
and Offshore Patrol Cutters, given our location at the crossroads of one of the largest 49
fisheries in the world as well as some of the busiest shipping lanes in U.S. waters. 50
The FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) authorizes the construction 51
of up to six new heavy-class polar ice breakers and funding has now been 52
appropriated for the construction of the first vessel. Construction of that vessel is 53
estimated to be completed by 2023. The pending FY 2019 Department of Homeland 54
Security Appropriations Bill contains the necessary funding for the Coast Guard to 55
keep pace with its plans for vessel procurement while the House counterpart bill shifts 56
some of that funding to Border Patrol Control activities and would slow vessel 57
acquisition. The Borough favors the Senate position. We urge the Delegation to 58
support the Kodiak Coast Guard Base as a future homeport as well as a logistics 59
resupply base once the ice breakers are built. The Kodiak Island Borough stands 60
ready to work with the Coast Guard in whatever way possible to keep this location 61
ideal for capital asset placement and to support a greater Coast Guard presence in 62
Kodiak. 63
64
3. Payment-In-Lieu-of-Taxes (PILT): There are over 2.8 million acres removed by 65
the Federal Government from taxation within the boundaries of the Kodiak Island 66
Borough. This is land that would otherwise be available to the private sector to 67
develop, creating jobs for the residents of Kodiak and the rural Kodiak Island 68
communities. This in turn would create tax revenues for the Kodiak Island Borough. 69
PILT was enacted by Congress to help offset the loss of revenues to municipal entities 70
caused by federal land withdrawals within local government boundaries. The KIB uses 71
these funds to provide basic social services, including medical facilities, emergency 72
fire and rescue services, roads, and schools. We understand that both the House 73
and Senate FY 2019 Interior Appropriations Bills include $500 million for the PILT 74
program, an incremental increase above last year’s level. We support enactment of 75
the legislation and thank the Delegation for continued support of the program. 76
77
4. National Wildlife Refuge Fund (“Refuge Revenue Sharing”): The Kodiak Island 78
Borough opposes the termination of appropriations for this program as recommended 79
by the President in his FY 2019 budget request. The National Wildlife Refuge Fund is 80
a critical source of replacement revenue to communities like ours that have the 81
presence of a large Federal wildlife refuge within their boundaries. That presence 82
removes substantial amounts of property from the local property tax base. The share 83
we receive from the Fund is based on a formula that partially compensates us for our 84
tax losses due to the existence of the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge. The Refuge is 85
over 1.9 million acres in size and therefore has permanently removed from private 86
ownership, development and taxation over half the property on the island. The 87
President’s FY 2019 budget request proposes to eliminate Federal appropriations for 88
this important program. We understand that both the House and Senate FY 2019 89
Interior Appropriations Bills include level funding for the program. We support 90
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enactment of the legislation and thank the Delegation for continued support of the 91
program. 92
93
5. Essential Air Service (EAS) & Air Traffic Control Privatization: Congress has 94
passed legislation to reauthorize Federal aviation programs for 5 years, the longest 95
reauthorization in over 30 years. The bill includes a 5 year reauthorization for EAS, 96
with authorized funding increased incrementally each year over the period. The final 97
bill does not include the privatization of the Air Traffic Control System. The Borough 98
is pleased with both outcomes and urges Delegation support for annual appropriations 99
for EAS with incremental increases consistent with the new law. 100
101
6. U.S. Navy Arctic Presence: The FY 2018 Omnibus Appropriations Bill includes 102
language directing the Defense Department to delineate expenditures in its annual 103
budget request on spending and priorities in the Arctic. It also includes a requirement 104
for the Coast Guard to develop a communications plan to improve waterways safety. 105
The FY 2019 Senate National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) requires an updated 106
report from the Secretaries of Navy, Army and Air Force on their Arctic strategies. The 107
Borough appreciates the Delegation’s support for these provisions. We want to 108
continue to encourage Delegation support for Kodiak as a potential location for Navy 109
or other military assets when it becomes time the Department of Defense to implement 110
an expanded U.S. Arctic presence. Kodiak is ideally situated to serve both as a port-111
of-call for logistics movements and Rest-and-Recreation for deployed sailors. 112
Additionally, the Coast Guard maintains a deep-water port at Womens Bay. There is 113
sufficient land adjacent to the Coast Guard Base which could be used for an expanded 114
full-time Navy presence. 115
116
7. Anton Larsen Bay Road Extension Project: The Kodiak Island Borough requested 117
support for this rural road infrastructure project. An extension of the Anton Larsen Bay 118
Road to ice free waters will provide year around access to those communities located 119
in the Kupreanof Strait as well as those who use the island’s west side for commercial 120
and recreational purposes. Extending the road to ice free waters makes traveling safer, 121
providing access to critical services located in the City of Kodiak, including hospitals 122
and businesses. The Ouzinkie Native Corporation has agreed through its subsidiary, 123
the Spruce Island Development Corporation, to provide $450,000 toward the project 124
and to donate land to the State for the road’s right of way. The Sun’aq Tribe of Kodiak 125
has separately sought Federal funding to contribute to the project. Total project cost 126
is $8 million. We understand that, at some point in the next Congress, there may be 127
consideration of an infrastructure investment package. We are submitting this request 128
should the infrastructure legislation include funding for specific projects in the next 129
Congress and for the Delegation to highlight the need for adequate funding in the 130
package for rural infrastructure needs. 131
132
8. Broadband Service To Rural Areas: The Borough’s remote villages have slow, 133
unreliable and in some cases no Internet service. This poor quality and lack of service 134
has a negative effect on education, public safety, commerce, and quality of life for our 135
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villages’ residents. The Borough understands that the Federal Communications 136
Commission’s (FCC) Alaska Plan provides the necessary funding from the Connect 137
America Fund for significant investments by Alaska telecom providers in rural 138
broadband. These investments will help bring improve Internet service speed and 139
coverage to the more remote parts of the State by 2025. The key to our villages 140
receiving broadband service will be the carriers making necessary “middle” and “last” 141
mile investments on the Island. We urge the Alaska Delegation to encourage telecom 142
providers in our region to make those investments as part of implementation of the 143
FCC Alaska Plan. The USDA has grant/loan programs (Telecommunications 144
Infrastructure Loan Program & Community Connect Grant Program) that could fund 145
“last mile” broadband infrastructure programs. Should the Borough team with a 146
telecom provider to submit an application to these programs, we would request that 147
the Delegation support the application with the USDA. 148
149
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH that 150
the Kodiak Island Borough administration is hereby instructed to advise Congress and the 151
appropriate agencies of the United States Federal Government of the Capital Improvement 152
Program and priorities adopted by the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly. 153
154
ADOPTED BY THE ASSEMBLY OF THE KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH 155
THIS SIXTH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2018 156
157
158
VOTES: 159
Ayes: Kavanaugh, Schroeder, Smiley, Symmons, Turner 160
Noes: None 161
Absent: Arndt, Skinner 162
163
164
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STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Assembly Approval Of An Assembly Candidate To The Alaska Municipal
League Board of Directors District 10 Seat.
ORIGINATOR: Clerk's Office Staff
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to approve the candidacy of Assembly member __________ to the Alaska Municipal Board of
Directors, District 10 seat.
DISCUSSION:
District 10 is comprised of Bristol Bay, Aleutians, and Kodiak Island . The City of Kodiak Mayor currently
serves as the President of AML and a Council Member serves as the National League of Cit ies
representative on the Board.
Due to the financial commitment involved, potential candidates should file their intent and obtain
Assembly approval for the candidacy.
ALTERNATIVES:
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
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AML Board of Directors
Tim Navarre
President
Council Member
City of Kenai
210 Fidalgo Ave.
Kenai, AK 99611
timnavarre@gmail.com
Stuart Graham
First Vice President
Council Member
City of Wasilla
290 East Herning Ave.
Wasilla, AK 99654
stugraham@gmail.com
Pete Petersen
Second Vice President
Assembly Member
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Municipality of Anchorage
P.O. Box 196650
Anchorage, AK 99519
petersenp@muni.org
Jan Hill
District 1
Mayor
Haines Borough
P.O. box 1209
Haines, AK 99827
jhill@haines.ak.us
Loren Jones
District 2
Assembly Member
City & Borough of Juneau
155 Seward St.
Juneau, AK 99801
loren.jones@juneau.org
Lisa Parker
District 3
Council Member
City of Soldotna
177 N. Birch Street
Soldotna, AK 99669
lparker@soldotna.org
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Sabrena Combs
District 4
Council Member
City of Palmer
231 W. Evergreen Ave.
Palmer, AK 99645
scombs@palmerak.org
Suzanne LaFrance
District 5
Assembly Member
Municipality of Anchorage
P.O. Box 196650
Anchorage, AK 99519
LaFranceS@muni.org
Jeremy O'Neil
District 6
Mayor
City of Valdez
P.O. Box 307
Valdez, AK 99686
joneil@valdezak.gov
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Jim Matherly
District 7
Mayor
City of Fairbanks
800 Cushman Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
jmatherly@fairbanks.us
Walter G. Sampson
District 8
Assembly Member
Northwest Arctic Borough
P.O. Box 1110
Kotzebue, AK 99752
waltersampson48@gmail.com
Fredrick Watson
District 9
Mayor
City of Bethel
P.O. Box 1388
Bethel, AK 99559
fwatson@cityofbethel.net
Scott Smiley
District 10
Assembly Member
Kodiak Island Borough
710 Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615
scott.smiley@kibassembly.org
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John Whiddon
Director At-Large
Council Member
City of Kodiak
710 Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615
jwhiddon@city.kodiak.ak.us
Clay Walker
Past President (2017)
Mayor
Denali Borough
P.O. Box 480
Healy, AK 99743
cwalker@denaliborough.com
Pat Branson
Immediate Past President
(2018)
Mayor
City of Kodiak
Hal Smalley
Past President (2011)
Assembly Member
Bert Cottle
Past President (2010)
Mayor
City of Wasilla
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710 Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615
mayor@city.kodiak.ak.us
Kenai Peninsula Borough
144 N. Binkley Street
Soldotna, AK 99669
hsmalley@kpb.us
290 East Herning Ave.
Wasilla, AK 99654
bcottle@ci.wasilla.ak.us
David Landis
NACo Representative
Mayor
Ketchikan Gateway Borough
1900 First Ave.
Ketchikan, AK 99901
davidl@kgbak.us
Charles Davidson
NLC Representative
Shellie Saner, MMC
AAMC Representative
City Clerk
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Council Member
City of Kodiak
710 Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615
crat@ptialaska.net
City of Soldotna
177 N Birch St.
Soldotna, AK 99669
ssaner@soldotna.org
Deven Mitchell
AGFOA Representative
Executive Director
Alaska Municipal Bond Bank
Authority
P.O. Box 110405
Juneau, AK 99801
deven.mitchell@alaska.gov
Jim Williams
AMMA Representative
Chief of Staff
Fairbanks North Star Bor.
907 Terminal Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
jwilliams@fnsb.us
Jill Dolan
AMAA Representative
Borough Attorney
Fairbanks North Star Borough
P.O. Box 71267
Fairbanks, AK 99707
JDolan@fnsb.us
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Jim Styers
AFCA Representative
Fire Chief
Fairbanks fire Department
1101 Cushman Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
jstyers@fairbanks.us
Marty McGee
AAAO Representative
State Assessor
State of Alaska – DCCED
550 W. 7th, Suite 1770
Anchorage, AK 99501
marty.mcgee@alaska.gov
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY SPECIAL MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Appointment Of The Voting Delegate For The Kodiak Island Borough At The
Alaska Municipal League Business Meeting.
ORIGINATOR: Clerk's Office Staff
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to appoint Assembly member ___ as the voting delegate for the Kodiak Island Borough
at the Alaska Municipal League Business Meeting.
DISCUSSION:
The Kodiak Island Borough is a member of the Alaska Municipal League and sends delegates to attend
the annual conference each year. An important part of the Annual Local Government Conference is to
discuss and approve the AML Legislative Priorities, Position Statements and adopt Resolutions on key
legislative issues. The process is completed at the Annual Business Meeting on Friday, November
22nd where the membership will review and adopt the 2020 documents.
Although multiple attendees are sent to AML and all members could be in attendance during the annual
business meeting, the Kodiak Island Borough is entitled to only one vote. The chosen voting delegate
will be voting on behalf of the Borough knows the official position of the majority of the Assembly . The
following members will be in attendance during the business meeting are Duane Dvorak and Scott
Ardnt.
ALTERNATIVES:
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Mayoral Appointments Of Assembly Member Representatives To Different
Boards, Committees, and Commissions.
ORIGINATOR: Clerk's Office Staff
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to confirm the mayoral appointments of assembly member representatives to different Boards,
Committees, and Commissions as reflected in the attached list.
DISCUSSION:
ALTERNATIVES:
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
KIB Code Chapter 2.100 Boards, Committees, and Commissions
2100.030 Appointments.
Members of boards, committees, and commissions, except for members of the board of adjustment,
members of the board of equalization, and elected service area board members, are appointed by the
mayor and confirmed by the assembly unless otherwise specifically provided elsewh ere in this code.
An appointment not confirmed by the assembly shall not become effective. The mayor shall appoint a
new applicant until an appointment is confirmed by the assembly. The mayor may not appoint again the
same person whose confirmation was failed by the assembly for the same board, committee, or
commission until the next annual appointment process unless authorized by the assembly. [Ord. 02 -09
§3, 2002; Ord. 02-05 §2, 2002; Ord. 98-02 §8, 1998; Ord. 87-29-O §3, 1987. Formerly §2.39.030].
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APPOINTMENT OF ASSEMBLY REPRESENTATIVES TO BOARDS & COMMISSIONS
MAYOR’S FORM
Board or Committee Assembly Rep
10/2018-10/2019
Assembly Rep
10/2019-10/2020 (Mayor to fill out)
KIBC 2.100.030 Appointments. Members of boards, committees, and commissions, except for members of
the board of adjustment, members of the board of equalization, and elected service area board members, are
appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the assembly unless otherwise specifically provided elsewhere in
this code. An appointment not confirmed by the assembly shall not become effective.
Architectural Review Board, KIBC 2.125 ARNDT DVORAK
Borough Lands Committee, KIBC 2.160
Two appointees
*Mayor serves on this committee as well
ARNDT SCHROEDER
SCHROEDER ARDNT
Emergency Services Council, KIBC 2.110
Mayor is assigned to a seat
ROHRER ROBERTS
Joint Building Code Review Committee,
KIBC 15.45
SYMMONS SYMMONS
Kodiak College Council TURNER TURNER
Kodiak Fisheries Work Group (Adhoc)
Two Appointees plus one alternate
SMILEY SKINNER
KAVANAUGH KAVANAUGH
Kodiak Fisheries Advisory Committee, Res
FY07-38
SMILEY SCHROEDER
Parks and Recreation Committee, KIBC
2.120
SYMMONS SYMMONS
Providence Health System Service Area
Board, KIBC 8.05
TURNER SKINNER
School District Budget Advisory Committee SKINNER TURNER
School District Facilities Review
Committee
KAVANAUGH ARDNT
School District Strategic Planning
Committee
SKINNER KAVANAUGH
Solid Waste Advisory Board, KIBC 2.145 SCHROEDER DVORAK
*For the following seats, Assembly members should express their intent to the entire Assembly. The
Assembly appoints and confirm.
*SWAMC Board Seat – Kodiak Municipal Seat,
President Until Spring of 2019 (New appointee
will start after SWAMC March Annual
Conference)
SKINNER
*AML Board – District 10 Seat – Exp. 2020
Two-year term
SMILEY
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
SUBJECT: Assembly Review and Taking Official Action In Support To The Following
Alaska Municipal League Resolutions:
ORIGINATOR: Clerk's Office Staff
RECOMMENDATION:
Move to support the following AML Resolutions:
Resolution #2019-01 A resolution in support of the development of a Community Dividend.
Resolution #2019-02 A resolution requesting that the Alaska State Legislature fund the Senior
Citizen’s/Disabled Veteran’s property tax exemption as required in AS 29.45.030(g).
Resolution #2019-03 A resolution in support of full funding from the State of Alaska for school
bond debt reimbursement and State aid for construction in Regional Education Attendance
Areas
Resolution #2019-04 A resolution supporting legislation adopting real property sales
disclosure in Alaska.
Resolution #2019-05 A resolution supporting increased investment in the Alaska Renewable
Energy Fund, and continued support for existing State energy and energy efficiency
programs.
Resolution #2019-06 A resolution supporting the State’s implementation of a broad-based tax.
Resolution #2019-07 A resolution requesting that Title 29 be amended to remove the audit
requirement for Community Assistance, and provide a one-time waiver of past audit
requirements, thereby releasing all outstanding Community Revenue Sharing/Assistance
funds.
Resolution #2019-08 A resolution encouraging the Governor and Legislature to increase
capacity within the Office of Management and Budget to evaluate costs to communities of
State and Legislative budget and legislative actions, and to include a municipal impact fiscal
note in all relevant legislation.
Resolution #2019-09 A resolution requesting that the Governor and Alaska State Legislature
provide a one-time payoff of PERS arrearages.
Resolution #2019-10 A resolution in support of changing the transferability of limited entry
salmon permits by allowing an additional name on the permit.
Resolution #01-2020 In support of reinstatement of State funding for the Code Blue program
and Local Emergency Planning Committees.
Resolution #02-2020 Encouraging the Legislature to meet as the Assembly of the
Unorganized Borough, and to take up its governance as required by the Constitution.
Resolution #03-2020 Opposing decisions by DOT&PF to increase their indirect rates;
supporting increased funding for the Community Transportation Program; and encouraging
policy to enable local-delivered projects and locally managed federal funds.
Resolution #04-2020 Expressing support for rural law enforcement efforts such as the VPO
and VPSO program, while recognizing the need for increased investment and the potential for
reform to ensure both public safety and the sustainability of law enforcement efforts in rural
Alaska.
Resolution #05-2020 Opposing any increase to the required minimum local contribution or
decreases to State funding levels; removing the maximum local contribution allowable; and
considering Impact Aid as part of the local contribution.
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
Resolution #06-2020 Expressing appreciation of DEC’s policy to test for and analyze a full
suite of PFAS compounds; requesting that State and Federal action on PFAS continue,
including to establish PFAS compounds as eligible for funding, and set allowable limits and
standards for cleanup.
Resolution #07-2020 Expressing support for reform to PERS that includes a complete pay-
down of the unfunded liability; conditionally, requesting that the State also conduct termination
studies, small or struggling employers be allowed to opt out of the system, and that the high
interest rate on non-payment be eliminated.
Resolution #08-2020 In support of economic, resource and infrastructure development that
benefits local governments, the State of Alaska, and Alaska residents.
Resolution #09-2020 Supporting all and diverse efforts that contribute to a complete count
during the U.S. Census.
Resolution #10-2020 Supporting full payment of currently obligated school bond debt
reimbursement; opposing an extension to the school bond debt reimbursement moratorium;
and supporting a careful and deliberate reform of State support of school construction and
maintenance.
Resolution #11-2020 Encouraging the State of Alaska to develop a plan to transfer authority
to accept federal funds from the State directly to local governments or their designee.
Resolution #12-2020 Supporting the effort to maximize local self-government, respect local
control, and encourage the State to provide funding for the adoption of powers and
incorporation, including borough formation where feasible.
Resolution #13-2020 Supporting reform of the USDA Forest Service Secure Rural Schools
program to include long-term certainty and sustainability of funding.
Resolution #14-2020 In support of reform of the PILT funding formula to extend multipliers to
smaller population counties (boroughs).
Resolution #15-2020 Supporting the Legislature’s efforts toward consensus on the Permanent
Fund Dividend.
Resolution #16-2020 Supporting the sustainability of the Alaska Universal Service Fund
(AUSF) and increased investment in rural infrastructure and affordability.
Resolution #17-2020 Opposing any State action that would diminish the ability of local
governments to tax or receive a share of State tax on local economic activity.
Resolution #18-2020 Considering unacceptable the reductions to funding for the Alaska
Marine Highway System in FY20 and the changes to the winter schedule; opposing any
further reduction to the System’s budget and supporting reform that is sustainable and
responsive to the needs of coastal communities.
Resolution #19-2020 Opposing any further reductions to Community Assistance and in
support of an appropriation to the Community Assistance Fund that would bring the Fund total
back up to $90 million.
Resolution #20-2020 Supporting full funding ($12,145,312) for the State of Alaska Municipal
Harbor Facility Grant Program in the FY21 budget.
Resolution #21-2020 Supporting Amendments to AS 29.45.500 to Require Municipalities to
Pay Reasonable Interest on Tax Refunds.
DISCUSSION:
ALTERNATIVES:
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
STAFF REPORT
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
ASSEMBLY REGULAR MEETING
Kodiak Island Borough
FISCAL IMPACT:
OTHER INFORMATION:
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #01-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
In support of reinstatement of State funding for the Code Blue program and Local
Emergency Planning Committees.
WHEREAS, ensuring the public welfare is a Constitutional obligation of the State, found in
Article 7; and
WHEREAS, public safety should be considered a paramount component of that welfare, and
include law enforcement, fire-fighting, and emergency response; and
WHEREAS, local governments deliver the first line of defense in the provision of public safety;
and
WHEREAS, the ability of many smaller or rural local governments to do so, and to augment
State capabilities, depends on leveraging State direct and indirect funding; and
WHEREAS, both the Code Blue program and funding in support of Local Emergency Planning
Committees has been an essential feature of rural, local public safety; and
WHEREAS, the Code Blue program was established and has been successful in providing
resources for emergency medical services since 1999, and;
WHEREAS, Code Blue is the result of a collaborative partnership between multiples agencies
and organization, wherein State funding is leveraged to secure essential EMS equipment; and
WHEREAS, Local Emergency Planning Committees are comprised of volunteers who support
the State’s efforts to guard against and work to mitigate the accidental release or spill of
hazardous materials; and
WHEREAS, local governments support Local Emergency Planning Committee activities and
work to align local and State resources and planning; and
WHEREAS, without funding for these efforts, including through Community Assistance,
Alaska communities will be placed at greater risk, the State will need to take on additional
responsibilities, and public safety will be threatened.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports
reinstatement of State funding for the Code Blue program and Local Emergency Planning
Committees.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #02-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Encouraging the Legislature to meet as the Assembly of the Unorganized Borough, and to
take up its governance as required by the Constitution.
WHEREAS, Article 10 of the State Constitution describes one purpose of the State as to provide
for maximum local self-government with a minimum of local government units, and to prevent
duplication of tax-levying jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, furthermore, Article 10 requires that the entire state be divided into organized and
unorganized boroughs; and
WHEREAS, Article 10 dictates the responsibility of the Legislature to function as the assembly
of unorganized boroughs, including to allow maximum local participation and responsibility, and
to exercise any power or function of an organized borough; and
WHEREAS, the fundamental responsibilities of an organized borough are to provide for
planning and platting, education, and taxation; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature has not operated in its history as an assembly of the unorganized
borough, nor fully taken up those responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, it can be argued that while the Legislature has delegated responsibility for planning
to various state agencies and education to the Department of Education, there remains the issue
of taxation; and
WHEREAS, it is a principle of the Alaska Municipal League that the state should not compel
organization; and
WHEREAS, it is clearly the responsibility of the Legislature to address 1) the number of
unorganized boroughs, consistent with common interests, and 2) education, planning and
taxation within the unorganized boroughs; and
WHEREAS, acting in this capacity provides a meaningful and transparent process to maximize
local participation and responsibility.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League encourages the
Legislature to meet as the Assembly of the Unorganized Borough, and to take up its governance
as required by the Constitution.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #03-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Opposing decisions by DOT&PF to increase their indirect rates; supporting increased
funding for the Community Transportation Program; and encouraging policy to enable
local-delivered projects and locally managed federal funds.
WHEREAS, cities and boroughs recognize the important role of the DOT&PF; and
WHEREAS, that role extends to ensuring that statewide public transportation infrastructure be
sustainable, safe, and efficient; and
WHEREAS, local governments – who similarly have local infrastructure responsibilities – have
worked in partnership with DOT&PF to see that this occurs; and
WHEREAS, local governments maintain a nearly equal number of road miles (5,500), the
majority of the state’s ports and harbors, and numerous airports; and
WHEREAS, DOT&PF recently announced a decision to nearly double their indirect rate on
projects funded by the federal government, which has called into question multiple project
budgets and increased the necessary local match; and
WHEREAS, this change has been unjustified beyond filling in Department budgets while the
State has otherwise restricted spending, is considered drastic in the scale of the increase, and
impacts current projects that have budgeted and planned for an agreed-upon rate; and
WHEREAS, DOT&PF has a policy to require that all federal funding be directed to projects
through that agency, and that a DOT&PF engineer be assigned to all projects; and
WHEREAS, where there is capacity within a local government to oversee and manage a project,
they should have the opportunity to do so, and that denying that opportunity increases costs to
the State and decreases efficiencies; and
WHEREAS, funding for programs such as the Community Transportation Program have
decreased in recent years and are currently at risk of expiring in the next few years; and
WHEREAS, local governments depend on those programs and funding therein to leverage local
funds available for local projects.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League opposes
decisions by DOT&PF to increase their indirect rates; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League supports increased funding
for the Community Transportation Program; and encourages changes to DOT&PF policy to
enable local-delivered projects and acceptance by local governments of federal transportation
project funds.
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Resolution #04-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Expressing support for rural law enforcement efforts such as the VPO and VPSO program,
while recognizing the need for increased investment and the potential for reform to ensure
both public safety and the sustainability of law enforcement efforts in rural Alaska.
WHEREAS, local governments play an important role in delivering public safety in Alaska,
with 70 local governments in Alaska having police powers; and
WHEREAS, the combined budgets of 40 municipal police departments amount to $75 million
more than the entire budget of the State’s Department of Public Safety; and
WHEREAS, public safety is a shared responsibility between the State and local governments;
and
WHEREAS, public safety has been a priority of this administration, even as the nation’s
Attorney General has declared a public safety crisis in rural Alaska; and
WHEREAS, there exist important programs in the form of the Village Public Safety Officer
(VPSO) and Village Police Officer (VPO), which perform essential public safety functions in
communities without municipal law enforcement or a permanent State Trooper presence; and
WHEREAS, these programs face the same challenges as all law enforcement in Alaska,
especially in terms of recruitment and retention of qualified officers; and
WHEREAS, vetting of VPOs is constrained by the capacity of local governments, even as
recruitment of candidates is constrained by local options and by lack of visibility of potential
candidates from across the state, among other reasons; and
WHEREAS, training opportunities for VPOs are limited and may be unaffordable for many
local governments; and VPSO training costs have increased at the State Trooper academy; and
WHEREAS, the VPSO program has struggled to maintain full staffing, even as funding is
reduced to reflect reduced numbers of VPSOs, and numerous challenges have been identified by
program grantees and the Legislature; and
WHEREAS, multiple and intersecting challenges affect the efficacy of both the VPO and VPSO
programs.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports rural
law enforcement efforts such as the VPO and VPSO programs; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League recognizes the need to
match spending to needs identified by both programs, and for any necessary reform to ensure
both public safety and the sustainability of law enforcement efforts in rural Alaska.
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Resolution #05-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Opposing any increase to the required minimum local contribution or decreases to State
funding levels; removing the maximum local contribution allowable; and considering
Impact Aid as part of the local contribution.
WHEREAS, public education is a State obligation included in Article 7 of the Constitution; and
WHEREAS, the State delegates some of its responsibility to local governments, including
education powers – and funding roles – to all boroughs, and home rule and first-class cities; and
WHEREAS, education is one of the largest State budget items, and is by far the largest budget
item for those local governments with education powers; and
WHEREAS, as part of the funding formula designed by the State, a minimum local contribution
of 2.65 mils (or equivalent) is required; and
WHEREAS, many local governments contribute beyond what is required, but at least nine
contribute below 4 mils; and
WHEREAS, increases to the local contribution will mean trade-offs for each local government,
who must choose between increasing taxes and decreased spending on other essential programs,
including public safety and infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, five local governments currently fund their schools to the cap, and should be given
the opportunity to contribute as they wish, consistent with local control; and
WHEREAS, federal Impact Aid is distributed to school districts by the U.S. Dept. of Education
to make up for the loss of property tax revenue due to tax-exempt federal property, and to
compensate them for continued provision of education for federally connected children; and
WHEREAS, the State considers Impact Aid part of its contribution to education, and if it were
counted as part of the local contribution, local spending on education would increase from
40.31% to 52.71% of what the State spends overall; and
WHEREAS, instead of shifting the cost of education – and the State’s responsibilities – to local
governments, the State should give greater flexibility to local governments to give as they are
able, even as the State ensures adequate levels of funding.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League opposes any
increase to the required local contribution for education funding or reductions to the adequacy of
State funding of education; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League supports removing the cap
on local government contributions and counting Federal Impact Aid as part of the local
government contribution.
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Resolution #06-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Expressing appreciation of DEC’s policy to test for and analyze a full suite of PFAS
compounds; requesting that State and Federal action on PFAS continue, including to
establish PFAS compounds as eligible for funding, and set allowable limits and standards
for cleanup.
WHEREAS, the EPA has said that there is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse
health outcomes in humans; and
WHEREAS, PFAS has been identified in the drinking water of dozens of Alaska communities,
including Fairbanks, Gustavus and Dillingham, and at more than a hundred sites; and
WHEREAS, a concern of local governments is that use of required fire-fighting foam is one
contributor to the extent of PFAS in these communities; and
WHEREAS, DEC has said that it would follow the EPA’s guidance and action, as of October 2,
2019, to test for the full suite of PFAS FOA compounds, including to analyze and share the
results; and
WHEREAS, it will take federal action to further advance EPA’s planning, including to identify
funds available for remediation efforts, and set allowable limits and cleanup standards; and
WHEREAS, local governments with water and wastewater responsibilities (the vast majority)
will need to be fully apprised of and included in the decision-making process, out of concern for
their residents; and
WHEREAS, testing for the full suite of compounds may often come from local government
budgets, including the budgets of fire departments; and
WHEREAS, the costs of testing and remediation are especially concerning for local
governments that may not have the capacity, nor the resources, to conduct either, and will need
both State and Federal support.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League acknowledges
and appreciates DEC’s new policy to test for and analyze a full suite of PFAS compounds; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that State and
Federal action on PFAS continue to occur, including to establish PFAS compounds as eligible
for funding, and set allowable limits and standards for cleanup.
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Resolution #07-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Expressing support for reform to PERS that includes a complete pay-down of the
unfunded liability; conditionally, requesting that the State also conduct termination
studies, small or struggling employers be allowed to opt out of the system, and that the high
interest rate on non-payment be eliminated.
WHEREAS, PERS has been a priority policy issue for AML and its members for decades; and
WHEREAS, not only does PERS represent a significant portion of a member’s budget but also
it places constraints on local governments and other employers that lessen their ability to
successfully recruit and retain staff; and
WHEREAS, many municipalities consider themselves a prisoner of PERS, such that they cannot
afford to stay and can’t afford to get out, and when non-payment occurs a 15% interest rate is
charged, which compounds the challenge for those employers; and
WHEREAS, the State does not currently pay for termination studies or costs, and reductions in
its workforce shift costs to the additional state contribution and onto the balance sheets of all
employers; and
WHEREAS, PERS presents significant costs to the State’s payroll and budget; and
WHEREAS, the current unfunded liability is more than $5 billion, and the plan itself is less than
70% funded, with its sustainability in doubt; and
WHEREAS, a new solution is needed to reset the program, save the State in its expenditures,
and provide greater flexibility for employers; and
WHEREAS, a transfer of the amount of the unfunded liability from the Earnings Reserve to the
PERS pension assets would maintain those assets overall on the State’s books, and assure credit
agencies; and
WHEREAS, the value of the savings to the State would be $475 million, which would offset the
reduced POMV draw by more than $100 million; and
WHEREAS, the savings to municipal employers would be found in the removal of the past
service rate, which in FY21 will be 17%, or roughly $45 million, and additionally the net
pension liability would be removed from those employers’ balance sheets.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports reform
to PERS that includes a complete pay-down of the unfunded liability; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League conditionally requests that
the State also conduct termination studies, small or struggling employers be allowed to opt out of
the system, and that the high interest rate on non-payment be eliminated.
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Resolution #08-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
In support of economic, resource and infrastructure development that benefits local
governments, the State of Alaska, and Alaska residents.
WHEREAS, the Act of Statehood was only granted to Alaska in 1959, after the commercial
discovery of oil led Congress to finally vote in favor of Alaska’s statehood, believing that the
State could have a healthy economy through development of its natural resources; and
WHEREAS, Alaska depends on responsible development of its natural resources to expand and
support its economy, and the right to taxation of the reserved value and production of those
resources is reserved to the State; and
WHEREAS, Article VIII of our State constitution mandates that Alaska develop its resources to
the maximum benefit of all Alaskans; and
WHEREAS, those benefits include thousands of family wage jobs in Alaska, contributions to
two-thirds of the Alaskan economy, as much as ninety percent of State general fund revenues;
and
WHEREAS, State revenue contributes to State responsibilities, including public education, the
university, public welfare and public health; and
WHEREAS, in some communities, resource development is the sole or major contributor to
local government, providing needed government services to area residents; and
WHEREAS, infrastructure development enables effective resource production and reduces the
transaction costs of development; and
WHEREAS, investments by and collaboration between the State, local and federal governments,
alongside industry, contribute to infrastructure development, and economic development more
broadly; and
WHEREAS, that partnership enables not only continued and new responsible resource
development to occur, but makes possible new and different economic development
opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Alaska’s local governments are committed to strengthening the relationships they
have with oil and gas, mining, fishing, timber and tourism industries.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports
economic, resource and infrastructure development that benefits local governments, the State of
Alaska, and Alaska residents.
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Resolution #09-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting all and diverse efforts that contribute to a complete count during the U.S.
Census.
WHEREAS, the U.S. Census Bureau is required by the U.S. Constitution to conduct a count of
the population, and provides a decadal opportunity to help shape the foundation of our society
and play an active role in American democracy; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League is committed to ensuring every resident in Alaska is
counted; and
WHEREAS, federal and state funding is allocated to communities, and decisions are made on
matters of national, state and local importance based, in part, on census data; and
WHEREAS, census data helps determine how many seats each state will have in the U.S. House
of Representatives and is necessary for an accurate and fair redistricting of state legislative seats,
borough and city councils and voting districts; and
WHEREAS, information from the 2020 Census and American Community Survey are vital
tools for economic development and increased employment; and
WHEREAS the information collected by the census is confidential and protected by law; and
WHEREAS the Census count requires extensive work and local involvement helps achieve a
complete and accurate count; and
WHEREAS Alaska has traditionally been a challenging state to successfully and fully count,
and stronger outreach is necessary to reach more of our citizens; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League is committed to partnering with the US Census
Bureau and local governments, and will:
1. Support the goals of the 2020 Census and disseminate 2020 Census information to its
membership.
2. Encourage its members to develop and participate in state and local Complete Count
Committees.
3. Provide opportunities for Census messaging and presentations at AML events.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports all and
diverse efforts that contribute to a complete count during the U.S. Census.
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Resolution #10-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting full payment of currently obligated school bond debt reimbursement; opposing
an extension to the school bond debt reimbursement moratorium; and supporting a careful
and deliberate reform of State support of school construction and maintenance.
WHEREAS, 32 local governments have education powers and corresponding funding
responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the majority of these own and maintain school buildings and have participated in
the school bond debt reimbursement program over its history; and
WHEREAS, the school bond debt reimbursement program provides a useful way in which
municipal school districts can avoid competing with REAA school districts for limited State
funding; and
WHEREAS, while in the issuance of the bond by a local government the State maintains the
option to reimburse only upon appropriation, the history of the program has provided no
indication to local governments that the State would not appropriate its share; and
WHEREAS, the veto by 50% of the FY20 reimbursement has and will directly result in higher
property taxes, spending down of reserves, and additional cost-cutting at the local level; and
WHEREAS, there remains nearly $900 million in bond debt remaining, with that debt to be
retired over between one and nineteen years; and
WHEREAS, it is unacceptable to pass those State debts back to local governments and to
additionally burden local residents with the costs of the State’s obligation; and
WHEREAS, even as past school bond debt must be reimbursed, a moratorium on the program is
increasingly pushing the costs of school construction to future years; and
WHEREAS, local governments have few options but to try and bond for projects where they
can, or to apply to the State’s school construction grant program, where they may displace the
needs of REAAs; and
WHEREAS, the State’s six year plan accounts for $1.6 billion in maintenance needs, does not
account for new school construction costs, and local governments will need to be part of the
structural changes necessary in how the State fulfills its Constitutional obligation to maintain a
system of public education, including how to fund school construction and maintenance.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports full
payment of currently obligated school bond debt reimbursement; opposes an extension to the
school bond debt reimbursement moratorium; and supports a careful and deliberate reform of
State support of school construction and maintenance.
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Resolution #11-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Encouraging the State of Alaska to develop a plan to transfer authority to accept federal
funds from the State directly to local governments or their designee.
WHEREAS, approximately $60 million is transferred annually from the Federal government to
the State for distribution to local governments; and
WHEREAS, the State collects about $80 million annually in taxes on local economic activity
that have revenue sharing statutes attached to them; and
WHEREAS, the nearly $150 million in funds held by the State for distribution to local
governments accrues interest earnings that are not added to the amounts available for
distribution; and
WHEREAS, PILT funding of nearly $30 million and Secure Rural Schools funding (within the
Unorganized Borough) represents examples of federal funding for local governments that
unnecessarily goes to the State for distribution; and
WHEREAS, the Community Assistance funding is formula-driven, similar to calculations made
for PCE distribution; and
WHEREAS, Shared Fish Taxes, Aviation Motor Fuels Tax, and the Commercial Vessel
Passenger Tax all represent examples of taxes collected by the State but with Statutes that direct
some portion to be shared with local governments; and
WHEREAS, depending on which funds you include, a total of $642 million of funding that will
ultimately be distributed to local governments rests with the State for anywhere between three
and six months; and
WHEREAS, in an environment of fiscal austerity, fund and grant management should be
considered an area where the State can reduce its footprint; and
WHEREAS, local governments have the capacity, individually or collectively, to effectively
manage these funds and their reporting; and
WHEREAS, reducing the State’s role as middle-man is one way in which to rightsize state
government even as the State strengthens local governments.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League encourages the
State of Alaska to develop a plan to transfer authority to accept federal funds from the State
directly to local governments or their designee.
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Resolution #12-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting the effort to maximize local self-government, respect local control, and
encourage the State to provide funding for the adoption of powers and incorporation,
including borough formation where feasible.
WHEREAS, Alaska’s Article 10 on local government requires the State to provide for
maximum local self-government (with a minimum of local government units and to prevent
duplication of tax-levying jurisdictions); and
WHEREAS, the context within which this was written included examples from other states of
multiple tax-levying entities with overlapping authority, from school districts to cities and
utilities; and
WHEREAS, the State has kept its framework for local government fairly straightforward, with
classes of cities and boroughs that have non-duplicative responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, there remain numerous communities that have not incorporated, including within
the Unorganized Borough, which itself remains unincorporated; and
WHEREAS, AML has prioritized over its history a principle of local control, which should be
understood as the belief that State government should not direct or restrict municipal decision-
making; and
WHEREAS, local control is different than a community’s interest in incorporating as a city or a
region as a borough; and
WHEREAS, in fact, an unincorporated city or borough is ceding local control for State
management, and depriving residents of maximum local self-government; and
WHEREAS, one role of the State may be to incentivize incorporation or organization of the city
and borough, including to encourage and provide resources for the adoption of additional
powers; and
WHEREAS, municipal governments in Alaska provide important services to residents,
including public safety, education, public infrastructure, and quality of life programs; and
WHEREAS, during periods of fiscal uncertainty, active and healthy local governments can
provide the backstop on loss of services and continue to maintain community and economic
development.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports the
effort to maximize local self-government, respect local control, and encourage the State to
provide additional resources for the adoption of powers and incorporation, including borough
formation where feasible.
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Resolution #13-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting reform of the USDA Forest Service Secure Rural Schools program to include
long-term certainty and sustainability of funding.
WHEREAS, A March 2017 Report by the Congressional Research Service confirmed 61% of
all land (224.2 Million Acres) in Alaska is owned by the federal government; 57% (129 Million
Acres) of which is managed by agencies with preservation and conservation of land as core
mission components, and will likely never be available for development; and
WHEREAS, the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS) was
enacted in 2000 to financially assist counties with public, tax-exempt forestlands; and
WHEREAS, critical services at the county level have historically been funded in part with a 25
percent share of timber receipts from federal U.S. Forest Service lands and a 50 percent share of
timber receipts from federal Oregon and California Grant Lands managed by the U.S. Bureau of
Land Management; and
WHEREAS, as those revenues have fallen or fluctuated due to reduced timber harvest and
market forces, SRS payments helped bridge the gap to keep rural schools open, provide road
maintenance, support search and rescue efforts and other essential county services; and
WHEREAS, since enacted in 2000, SRS has provided a total of $7 billion in payments to more
than 700 counties and 4,400 school districts in more than 40 states to fund schools and essential
services like roads and public safety; and
WHEREAS, local governments in Alaska use the SRS funding to supplement transportation
funding, and school operations and capital project needs; and
WHEREAS, the elimination of SRS would have an immediate and detrimental effect on the
school system and on local transportation infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, local governments who experienced the loss of these funds would be faced with
choices of increased taxes or the loss of jobs, including at schools; and
WHEREAS, a short-term solution for SRS should result in continued funding over the next two
years, and a long-term fix must account for the sustainability of the program; and
WHEREAS, a sustainable program may include funding features such as a forest visitor fee, or
consolidation within the PILT formula, as an additional factor, or may require a large set-aside
that produces a return of sustainable revenue over time.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports reform
of the USDA Forest Service Secure Rural Schools program to include long-term certainty and
sustainability of funding.
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Resolution #14-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY OF
NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
In support of reform of the PILT funding formula to extend multipliers to smaller population
counties (boroughs).
WHEREAS, through the federal PILT payment, the Department of Interior provides revenue to counties
and county equivalents, such as boroughs, to compensate for nontaxable federal acreage within their
respective jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, in Alaska, PILT funding is distributed not only to boroughs but also to cities within the
unorganized borough, and in 2018 was valued at $32,308,994; and
WHEREAS, many Alaska boroughs and cities fund the provision of fire and emergency medical
response services to the federal lands and infrastructure as well as providing other services, such as solid
waste, public safety, and transportation; and
WHEREAS, the numerous nightly camping and lodging offerings located on federal lands are exempt
from local taxation; and
WHEREAS, while the annual number of visitors to these federal lands number over 2,920,250,
according to the National Park Service, PILT payments are calculated on the local government’s year
round population, which in many cases can be fewer than 2,000 residents; and
WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties (NACo) has found that the current PILT formula
places counties and boroughs with populations under 5,000 in an unfavorable position in relation to
counties with populations greater than 5,000; and
WHEREAS, at their Annual Conference in July 2018, NACo adopted a resolution titled "Resolution on
Amendments to PILT Population Caps"; and
WHEREAS, this resolution "supports amending the PILT formula to extend the population multipliers
to include additional multipliers for local governments with populations in the range 4,000, 3,000, 2,000
and 1,000"; and
WHEREAS, this amendment will increase total PILT funding for numerous Alaska local governments;
and
WHEREAS, changes to the PILT formula will strengthen the capacity for partnerships that develop at
the local level, it will improve the local government’s ability to support tourism and access within federal
lands, and it will increase community and economic development.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Alaska Municipal League supports reform of the PILT
funding formula to extend multipliers to smaller population counties (boroughs).
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Resolution #15-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting the Legislature’s efforts toward consensus on the Permanent Fund Dividend.
WHEREAS, Alaska’s resources are owned by the State of Alaska to be managed on behalf of
the people of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the creation of the Permanent Fund and its inclusion in the state Constitution
effectively creates a sustainable vehicle for resource wealth to be held in trust for future
generations; and
WHEREAS, the Permanent Fund Dividend was created in State law to be able to share that
resource wealth with current generations, and many Alaskans have come to rely on the Dividend;
and
WHEREAS, the Permanent Fund Dividend is important, then, both in principle and practice;
and
WHEREAS, the structure of the PFD formula, the current and structured draw on the Earnings
Reserve, and the State’s fiscal picture combine to create a challenging political and policy
environment; and
WHEREAS, this challenge creates delays in decision-making, as well as places undue pressure
on the State’s budget, which results in cost-shifting and cuts that negatively impact local
governments; and
WHEREAS, uncertainty and delays at the State level cause uncertainty and delays at the local
level; and
WHEREAS, local governments cannot replace nor sustain the cuts and cost-shifting that may
occur during this period, and the options that remain – including tax increases, layoffs and cuts to
public safety, education and infrastructure – are not viable; and
WHEREAS, local governments, school districts and other State partners require a State fiscal
plan that allows for timely and efficient decision-making; and
WHEREAS, by coming to consensus on the Dividend at the State level, those partners can work
with the Legislature on solutions for so many other challenges facing the State.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports the
Legislature’s efforts toward consensus on the Permanent Fund Dividend.
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Resolution #16-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting the sustainability of the Alaska Universal Service Fund (AUSF) and increased
investment in rural infrastructure and affordability.
WHEREAS, telecommunications infrastructure development in Alaska is challenging and
expensive; and
WHEREAS, telecommunications companies in Alaska must have access to the funding
necessary to invest in, build, operate, maintain and upgrade rural Alaska’s local
telecommunications networks; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Universal Service Fund (AUSF) has a decades long history of providing
that critical funding; and
WHEREAS, rural Alaska telecommunication networks provide the wired infrastructure for
voice, broadband and wireless services; and
WHEREAS, in turn, the AUSF ensures local telecommunications service rates remain
affordable, and that local broadband and telecommunication networks (and the companies that
provide the networks) remain viable; and
WHEREAS, Alaska’s economic future is directly dependent upon the development and
statewide availability of affordable local and long-distance telephone services; and
WHEREAS, the concentrated and collective efforts of a strong statewide telephone association
ensure government attention to and corporate investment in Alaska’s network infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Telecommunications Association provides a platform for such
collaboration; and
WHEREAS, working with and through ATA to develop an updated AUSF funding mechanism
will support the ongoing development, operation, and maintenance of rural Alaska
telecommunication networks.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports the
sustainability of the Alaska Universal Service Fund (AUSF) and increased investment in rural
infrastructure and affordability.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #17-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Opposing any State action that would diminish the ability of local governments to tax or
receive a share of State tax on local economic activity.
WHEREAS, actions by the State to eliminate or reduce the sharing of taxes on local economic
activity threatens the sustainability of cities and boroughs in Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the Petroleum Property Tax recognizes the value of oil and gas property, the
benefits to industry of offering this tax credit, and that the State already collects royalty and
production taxes on oil and gas development; and
WHEREAS, local governments should benefit from that taxable property, avoid duplicate taxes
on the oil and gas industry, and invest in public infrastructure that supports continued
development; and
WHEREAS, the revenue from the Petroleum Property Tax is a fundamental component of the
budgets of those who receive it, including more than 80% of some; and
WHEREAS, the Shared Fish Tax, similarly, works to avoid duplicate taxes on industry and
provides revenue that local governments can use to improve local infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, moreover, the Statutes providing for the Shared Fish Tax actually allow for 100%
to be shared, beyond the 50%, indicating full recognition of the value this revenue has for local
governments; and
WHEREAS, there are many other arrangements whereby the State collects a tax on local
economic activity and shares it with local governments; and
WHEREAS, sharing of that revenue reflects a partnership between the State and local
government that predates Statehood; and
WHEREAS, local governments object to the scale and scope of the State’s actions, the time
available in which to respond, and the lack of negotiation; and
WHEREAS, local governments understand the fiscal challenges facing the State, but that State
sustainability cannot come at the expense of local governments.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League opposes any
State action that would diminish the ability of local governments to tax or receive a share of
State tax on local economic activity.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #18-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Considering unacceptable the reductions to funding for the Alaska Marine Highway
System in FY20 and the changes to the winter schedule; opposing any further reduction to
the System’s budget and supporting reform that is sustainable and responsive to the needs
of coastal communities.
WHEREAS, the Alaska Marine Highway System is a fundamental and critical method of
transportation for Alaska’s coastal communities; and
WHEREAS, State investment in the AMHS produces a return on State funding almost two to
one, facilitating both economic and community development; and
WHEREAS, State government does not experience that return without a broad-based tax, but
local tax bases rely on an active and fully functioning ferry system; and
WHEREAS, the reductions in FY20 revenue and the corresponding winter schedule, which
eliminated service in some communities for as much as six to eight months, creates a health,
safety and economic crises in those communities; and
WHEREAS, local governments have little say in the structure of the ferry system, and are not in
a position to act in the State’s stead; and
WHEREAS, it remains the fact the local governments feel incredible responsibility for the lives
and livelihoods of residents, for whom the winter schedule is untenable; and
WHEREAS, while the State works toward long-term solutions, local governments have
demanded that funds be appropriated such that communities see continued service; and
WHEREAS, until the State has finalized a negotiated, long-term solution that includes local
governments, further reductions to the system are clearly detrimental to the well-being of
Alaskans; and
WHEREAS, local governments recognize the challenges facing the ferry system, but
dismantling it further will not result in a viable future; and
WHEREAS, there is not a scenario in the future economy and communities of coastal Alaska
that the ferry system does not play an integral part.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League considers
unacceptable the reductions to funding for the Alaska Marine Highway System in FY20 and the
changes to the winter schedule for many ferry-dependent communities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League opposes any further
reduction to the System’s budget and supports reform that is sustainable and responsive to the
needs of coastal communities.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #19-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Opposing any further reductions to Community Assistance and in support of an
appropriation to the Community Assistance Fund that would bring the Fund total back up
to $90 million.
WHEREAS, the veto of $30 million to recapitalizing the Community Assistance Fund directly
affects the operations of local governments by reducing the formula-driven distribution in FY21
by a third; and
WHEREAS, Community Assistance (known formerly as Community Revenue Sharing)
represents a decades-long partnership between local governments and the State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, that partnership is a recognition of the State’s retention of royalty and production
rights on resource development, that local tax bases would not be able otherwise to ensure
operations, and the need to deliver essential public services outside of State government; and
WHEREAS, Community Assistance has seen continued degradation over the years, including in
the least five by 50%, or if measured from FY20 to FY85 and adjusting for inflation, the value of
Community Assistance should be 984% greater than it currently is; and
WHEREAS, Community Assistance represents as much as 80% of some local government
budgets, and for 100 communities greater than 20%; and
WHEREAS, when Community Assistance was zeroed out in the early 2000s, 14 local
governments ceased day-to-day operations; and
WHEREAS, the formula of the Community Assistance Fund determines the annual payment to
communities, with a payout of a third of available funds; and
WHEREAS, by not recapitalizing the fund, the payment to local governments will be reduced
from $30 million in FY20 to $20 million in FY21; and
WHEREAS, it is possible for $30 million to be restored in a supplemental budget during this
fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, barring that option, the State will need to add this additional $30 million to the
Community Assistance Fund in the FY21 budget, plus the newly anticipated addition of $20
million (replacing the FY21 formula distribution), in addition to a $10 million direct
appropriation for distribution (to avoid reducing that payment by a third).
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League opposes any
further reductions to Community Assistance and supports an appropriation to the Community
Assistance Fund that would bring the Fund total back up to $90 million.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting full funding ($12,145,312) for the State of Alaska Municipal Harbor Facility
Grant Program in the FY21 budget.
WHEREAS, the majority of the public boat harbors in Alaska were constructed by the State
during the 1960s and 1970s; and
WHEREAS, these harbor facilities represent critical transportation links and are the hubs for
waterfront commerce and economic development in coastal communities, and are ports of refuge
and areas for protection for ocean-going vessels and fishermen throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska over the past nearly 30 years has transferred ownership of most
of these State-owned harbors – many of which were at or near the end of their service life at the
time of transfer – to local governments; and
WHEREAS, the municipalities took over this important responsibility even though they knew
that these same harbor facilities were in poor condition at the time of transfer due to the state’s
failure to keep up with deferred maintenance; and
WHEREAS, consequently, municipal harbormasters inherited a major financial burden that their
municipal governments could not afford, and during the last ten years the backlog of projects
necessary to repair and replace these former State-owned harbors has increased to over $100
million; and
WHEREAS, in response to this financial burden, the State in 2006 created the Municipal Harbor
Facility Grant program, AS 29.60.800; and
WHEREAS, the State has a robust process to review, score and rank applicants to the Municipal
Harbor Facility Grant Program, since state funds may be limited; and
WHEREAS, for each harbor facility grant application, these municipalities have committed to
invest 100% of the design and permitting costs and 50% of the construction cost; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cordova, City and Borough of Sitka, City of Ketchikan, City of Homer,
City of Edna Bay, City of Kake, City and Borough of Juneau, and the Municipality of Anchorage
have offered to contribute $12,145,312 in local match funding for FY2021 towards seven harbor
projects of significant importance; and
WHEREAS, completion of these harbor facility projects is dependent on the 50% match from
the State of Alaska’s Municipal Harbor Facility Grant Program.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League urges full
funding by the Governor and the Alaska Legislature for the State of Alaska’s Municipal Harbor
Facility Grant Program in the FY21 Budget in order to ensure enhanced safety and economic
prosperity among Alaskan coastal communities.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #21-2020
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE 22nd DAY
OF NOVEMBER 2019.
Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Supporting Amendments to AS 29.45.500 to Require Municipalities to Pay Reasonable
Interest on Tax Refunds.
WHEREAS, Alaska Statute 29.45.500 requires municipalities to pay interest on certain taxes it
refunds to taxpayers, including taxes refunded after “a remittance by a taxpayer through error”;
and
WHEREAS, the statute presently requires municipalities to pay interest fixed at 8%; and
WHEREAS, 8% is not presently a market interest rate, and is grossly excessive to fairly
compensate taxpayers for the lost time-value of money; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of the fact that market interest rates fluctuate, the Alaska State
Legislature has in other circumstances, such as for pre-judgment interest awarded in lawsuits
under AS 09.30.070, tied interest rates to the “12th Federal Reserve District discount rate in
effect on January 2 of the year”; and
WHEREAS, interest required to be paid by municipalities to taxpayers should likewise be tied
to a market index; and
WHEREAS, municipalities should not be required to pay non-market interest rates when
refunding taxes it receives from taxpayers due to an error of the taxpayer (and not of the
municipality).
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports an
amendment to AS 29.45.500 to require municipalities to pay interest at a reasonable, market-
based rate in circumstances where it is required to pay interest on tax refunds.
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Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-0
A resolution in support of the development of a Community Dividend.
WHEREAS, community revenue sharing began in 1969 to help ease fiscal problems facing local
governments, stabilize or reduce local property taxes, encourage local provision of public
services, and stabilize local budgets and planning; and
WHEREAS, revenue sharing has undergone significant and dramatic changes since 1969,
leading to a situation in 2004 where all revenue sharing programs were proposed for elimination
after years of reductions, which corresponded to increased property taxes, elimination of
municipal services, and reduced capacity; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska exempts itself from local taxes even though it uses local
services and approximately $1.4 billion (2017) in property taxes are paid by local taxpayers to
subsidize State operations; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has been firm in its advocacy for the absolute
necessity of a form of and enough revenue sharing that strengthens the capacity of municipal
governments, alleviates the need for higher local taxes, and bolsters the delivery of public
services; and
WHEREAS, the recent fiscal crisis experienced by the State of Alaska made apparent the reality
of cost-shifting to municipalities and the potential for State reductions to municipal budgets,
particularly in the form of reduced or eliminated revenue sharing; and,
WHEREAS, uncertainty at the State level – due either to limits to annual appropriations or the
mechanism by which current Community Assistance funding is currently secured – necessitates a
new way to approach revenue sharing; and
WHEREAS a community dividend is a feasible method with which to reimburse local
government for State tax exemptions, fund local contributions to education, replace revenue
sharing or community assistance, and keep Alaska’s promises;
WHEREAS, the earnings from the Alaska Permanent Fund are a credible and sustainable vehicle
for such funding; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska State Legislature considered this question in 2006, with support from
many stakeholders, including the Alaska State Chamber of Commerce; and
WHEREAS, a community dividend meets the State’s obligation to municipal governments and
provides a sustainable pathway for maximizing local government.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League encourages the
Alaska State Legislature to consider the development of a Community Dividend.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-0
A resolution requesting that the Alaska State Legislature fund the Senior
Citizen’s/Disabled Veteran’s property tax exemption as required in AS 29.45.030(g).
WHEREAS, in the 1980s, the State of Alaska imposed a mandate that required all municipalities
that levy a property tax, to exempt the first $150,000 value of primary homes belonging to
seniors and disabled veterans, from that property tax; and
WHEREAS, property tax exemptions raise the property tax liability to those individuals who do
not receive the benefits of those exemptions; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska also passed law in statute that requires the State to reimburse
municipalities for those exemptions; and
WHEREAS, the State and Legislature have not funded this program and the municipal
reimbursement since 1997; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska has continued to require municipal exemptions; and
WHEREAS, one of the primary duties of a municipality is to levy taxes in support of its
corresponding obligations to provide public services, and most importantly public education; and
WHEREAS, municipalities have the best understanding of citizen concerns and priorities,
municipal budgets and should have sole authority to identify the need for and grant exemptions;
and
WHEREAS, Community Assistance provided to 164 municipalities has decreased to $30 million
per year, the Senior Citizen's/Disabled Veteran's Property Tax exemption is now costing the 18
municipalities that levy a property tax a total of over $77 million per year.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that the
Alaska State Legislature fund the Senior Citizen's/Disabled Veteran's Property Tax exemption as
required in AS 29.45.030(g).
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-0
A resolution in support of full funding from the State of Alaska for school bond debt
reimbursement and State aid for construction in Regional Education Attendance Areas
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska has a constitutional responsibility to “maintain a system of
public schools” under Article 7, Section 1 of the Alaska Constitution; and
WHEREAS, since 1970, the State of Alaska has encouraged municipalities to bond for school
major maintenance projects by reimbursing municipalities with bonding authority for a fixed
portion of principal and interest payments; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Legislature has, for decades, provided major maintenance for rural
Regional Educational Attendance Area schools through appropriations in the annual capital
budget; and
WHEREAS, since 2010, the Legislature provided consistent funding parity for rural schools’
major maintenance needs by automatically funding major maintenance projects in areas without
the ability to bond, with a percentage of the school bond debt reimbursement funding; and
WHEREAS, relying on these programs and the State of Alaska’s obligations, Alaskan
municipalities and Regional Educational Attendance Areas have maintained schools and fulfilled
municipal responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, in 2015, the Legislature placed a five-year moratorium on any new projects being
eligible for school bond debt reimbursement, and shifted the sole responsibility of repayment to
local taxpayers; and
WHEREAS, some municipalities, in an effort to mitigate deterioration of school facilities during
the capital funding moratorium, began allocating local tax revenues to provide funding for major
deferred maintenance school projects; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, the Legislature honored past project funding and appropriated funds to the
municipalities for school debt reimbursement, as well as major maintenance funding for schools
in Regional Educational Attendance Areas; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, the Governor line-item vetoed 25% of the funding for both municipal and
rural schools from appropriation bills; and
WHEREAS, the potential for future vetoes places great uncertainty on this program and burden
on municipalities.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League support full annual
funding of school bond debt reimbursement and state aid for construction in Regional
Educational Attendance Areas.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20 -0
A resolution supporting legislation adopting real property sales disclosure in Alaska.
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League supports the goal to promote the fair and equitable
distribution of the property tax burden which funds local governments; and
WHEREAS, Alaskans, municipalities and the State benefit from the assessment of fair and
equitable values of real property within all taxing jurisdictions in the State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, an assessor is required, per AS 29.45.110, to assess all property at full and true
value, as of January 1 of the assessment year. The full and true value is the estimated price that
the property would bring in an open market and under the then prevailing market conditions in a
sale between a willing seller and a willing buyer both conversant with the property and with
prevailing general price levels; and
WHEREAS, while the legal mandate for assessment at full and true value exists, the sales data
that is necessary to determine full and true value is not readily available due to the lack of sales
disclosure in the State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the Legislative Research Services Division reported in 2014, that Alaska is one of
six states for which sales disclosure for property exchanges are not disclosed; and
WHEREAS, data is currently obtained from requests for voluntary sales information through
questionnaires mailed in many jurisdictions, which result in incomplete, unreliable, and in some
cases translated to inaccurate reflections of actual market value; and
WHEREAS, sales disclosure would assist in the fair distribution of the tax burden to all
taxpayers and would enhance the accuracy and the timeliness of assessments; and
WHEREAS, sales disclosure would enhance the ability of assessment professionals to meet the
full and true value mandate and would also aid the public in obtaining information in order to
interact within local real estate markets; and
WHEREAS, the lack of sales data in some jurisdictions limits the ability to fairly distribute the
tax burden and also to fund local services; and
WHEREAS, sales disclosure would enable property owners to gather data to provide support for
legally entitled property tax appeals under AS 29.45.190.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League urges the Alaska
State Legislature to enact legislation requiring disclosures of all real property sales in the State of
Alaska.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20 -0
A resolution supporting increased investment in the Alaska Renewable Energy Fund, and
continued support for existing State energy and energy efficiency programs.
WHEREAS, Alaska’s high cost of energy creates a burden for Alaskans and for local
governments, school districts and public facilities; and
WHEREAS, ensuring the safety and reliability of energy systems increases the security of
Alaskan communities and the economy; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has been consistent in its advocacy for the strategic
development of energy resources, State programs that help to lower power and heating costs, and
adequate long-term funding for energy investment; and
WHEREAS, the Renewable Energy Fund – established in 2008 by the Alaska State Legislature –
is a good example of a program that, if funded, provides public investment in the development of
qualifying and competitively selected renewable energy projects in Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Renewable Energy Fund provides benefits to Alaskans by assisting
communities across the state to reduce and stabilize the cost of energy; and
WHEREAS, the program is designed to produce cost-effective renewable energy for heat and
power to benefit Alaskans statewide, and ancillary benefits include job creation, leveraging local
energy resources, and economic development; and
WHEREAS, from 2008 to 2015, appropriations totaling $257 million were issued for Renewable
Energy Fund projects, which was matched with hundreds of millions of dollars in funding from
local sources to develop projects designed to reduce and stabilize the cost of energy; and
WHEREAS, in 2016 and 2017 there were no State REF appropriations and no new projects were
initiated in those years; the new formula created in 2015 for applying excess earnings from the
PCE endowment was only in 2018 applicable, and continued lack of funding is a threat to the
success of the program; and
WHEREAS, new sources of funding should be applied to the Fund when PCE earnings do not
meet the appropriate threshold for the effective development of and support for energy projects
in Alaska.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League urges the Governor
and the Alaska State Legislature to increase investment in the Renewable Energy Fund; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League additionally supports
continued investment in State energy and energy efficiency programs, including the Revolving
Loan Fund Program, Weatherization, Home Energy Rebate Program, Bulk Fuel Construction
Program, and Rural Power System Upgrades.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution supporting the State’s implementation of a broad-based tax.
WHEREAS, in response to a fiscal crisis caused by low oil prices and other circumstances, the
State of Alaska has made significant headway in decreasing the overall size of government by
reducing agency and programmatic spending; and
WHEREAS, in 2018 the Alaska State Legislature took a positive step toward addressing
additional revenue by allowing access to excess earning of the Permanent Fund; and
WHEREAS, there remains a gap between revenues and current expenses, and an even more
significant gap between revenues and the ability of the State to address fundamental challenges
facing Alaska, including but not limited to public safety, education, infrastructure, and energy;
and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League in 2016 submitted a Sustainability Plan to the
Legislature, some of which has been addressed;
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has supported the implementation of a broad-based
tax as part of a sustainable fiscal plan; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League understands an income tax as being able to 1) capture
revenue from out-of-state employees, which is 20% of Alaska’s total payroll, 2) be deducted
from federal income taxes, with a net neutral cost to Alaskans, and 3) give Alaskans a direct
interest in state governance; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League believes that a statewide sales tax would 1) be
feasible where no current sales tax exists, but 2) may erode the municipal tax base, thereby
shifting revenue from one level of government to another, while undercutting the ability of local
governments to deliver essential services; and
WHEREAS, municipalities across Alaska have identified continued challenges related to
increased expenses and community needs; and
WHEREAS, municipalities across Alaska are concerned that lack of revenue at the State level
will result in the inability to address essential public services that are important to Alaskans and
to Alaskan businesses.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports the State’s
consideration of a broad-based tax; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League stands ready to work with the
Alaska State Legislature to mitigate potential negative impacts, as necessary.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20 -
A resolution requesting that Title 29 be amended to remove the audit requirement for
Community Assistance, and provide a one-time waiver of past audit requirements, thereby
releasing all outstanding Community Revenue Sharing/Assistance funds.
WHEREAS, Alaska’s municipal governments consider community revenue sharing, now known
as Community Assistance, an essential and fundamental component of their annual budget; and
WHEREAS, municipalities are diverse and wide-ranging in their population size, budget
composition, and state and federal statutory and regulatory requirements; and
WHEREAS, AS 29.180.020 outlines the requirements necessary to receive Community
Assistance funding, including, “if the municipality is a borough, unified municipality, or first
class city, a copy of the annual audit reviewed by a certified public accountant”; and
WHEREAS, the cost of completing an audit consistent with this requirement may represent 30-
50% of the annual funding received by a municipality from Community Assistance; and
WHEREAS, the bulk of these municipalities are already required to complete an audit based on
other state and federal funding requirements, and submission to DCRA can be encouraged; and
WHEREAS, for the remainder, the audit requirement presents an additional bureaucratic burden
that requires municipal governments to allocate funding to its fulfillment and away from delivery
of services in the public benefit; and
WHEREAS, there are more effective and cost-efficient ways in which to assure DCRA of a
community’s overall health and compliance capabilities; and
WHEREAS, the State has withheld and currently withholds payment of Community Revenue
Sharing and now Community Assistance when the audit requirement, among others, is not met;
and
WHEREAS, many municipalities are desperately in need of access to those funds, which assist
in general operations, strengthening administrative capacity, and contributing to education,
energy and public safety needs; and
WHEREAS, alleviating the costs of compliance for municipal governments increases overall the
economic health of the state, decreases the need for increased local taxes, and reduces
programmatic costs within the State.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that the
Alaska State Legislature amend Title 29 to remove the audit requirement for Community
Assistance, and provide a one-time waiver of past audit requirements, thereby releasing all
outstanding Community Revenue Sharing/Assistance funds.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution encouraging the Governor and Legislature to increase capacity within the
Office of Management and Budget to evaluate costs to communities of State and Legislative
budget and legislative actions, and to include a municipal impact fiscal note in all relevant
legislation.
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska’s Office of Management and Budget is an incredible resource
for assessing current and potential budget action, including the impact of legislative actions; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Management and Budget currently includes a director, three policy
analysts, and seven budget analysts; and
WHEREAS, each Office of Management and Budget analyst is responsible for different areas
within the budget, mainly by Department, but also around a variety of State priorities and
initiatives; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Management and Budget does not currently have a dedicated analyst
focused on municipal policy or budgets; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has in the past called for a fiscal note to be included
in all legislation, which would describe municipal impacts; and
WHEREAS, it is essential that the Office of Management and Budget strengthen its capacity to
be able to address this, and it is the position of the Alaska Municipal League that this not be
added to the current workload of existing staff; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Management and Budget is encouraged to coordinate its municipal
analysis with the Division of Community and Regional Affairs and the Legislative Finance
Division, including to potentially cost-share this position between agencies; and
WHEREAS, strengthening the State’s capacity in this regard will improve the efficacy of all
legislation, provide policymakers with the critical information they need to weigh costs and
benefits of legislation and provide clarity to municipal governments.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that the
Governor and Alaska State Legislature increase capacity within the Office of Management and
Budget to evaluate costs to communities of State and Legislative budget and legislative actions;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League encourage consideration of a
municipal impact fiscal note to be included in all relevant legislation prior to submission.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution requesting that the Governor and Alaska State Legislature provide a one-time
payoff of PERS arrearages.
WHEREAS, many of Alaska’s villages and smaller communities are under stress stemming from
the State’s fiscal problems, lack of an underlying economy, and a range of other factors; and
WHEREAS, these stresses manifest themselves as PERS arrearages, IRS liens, deficits, late
payments, audit findings, grant reporting issues and other fiscal difficulties; and
WHEREAS, debt presents barriers to accessing Community Revenue Sharing/Community
Assistance, PILT payments, federal and state grant opportunities, bulk fuel loans, and other
opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the lack of access to those funds makes it even more difficult to fund payroll,
including being able to pay into PERS and for past liability; and
WHEREAS, more than forty (40) municipal governments and school districts are delinquent on
PERS payments, with the ten (10) highest accounting for over $3 million collectively; and
WHEREAS, this delinquency and debt is then distributed to other PERS pool participants, and
felt not just by municipalities but by the State as well, resulting in greater on behalf payments;
and
WHEREAS, recognizing these communities as currently “stressed” and working to move them
toward sustainability is an important goal of the Alaska Municipal League; and
WHEREAS, a stressed community should be thought of in terms of the degree to which it may
be out of compliance with State and/or federal financial, legal or statutory requirements; and
WHEREAS, the State can play a significant role in assisting in the health of its communities; and
WHEREAS, there are clear need to establish a level playing field by paying off those arrearages
now, justified not only by ensuring community health but as long-term investments that save the
State in its ongoing expenditures.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League encourages the
Governor and the Alaska State Legislature fund a one-time payoff of PERS arrearages.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution in support of changing the transferability of limited entry salmon permits by
allowing an additional name on the permit.
WHEREAS, the number of limited entry salmon permits are leaving Alaska’s rural communities
at an alarming rate; and
WHEREAS, this trend is resulting in fewer economic opportunities and causing communities to
shrink; and
WHEREAS, the out-migration of permits has escalated mainly due to the “graying of the fleet;”
and
WHEREAS, the average age of a state fishing permit holder is 50 years; and
WHEREAS, some limited entry permit holders may be reluctant to permanently transfer a permit
to any heirs currently dealing with addiction; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name of a person to be listed on limited entry salmon
permits could help curb out-migration of permits from rural communities; and
WHEREAS, one of the biggest obstacles new entrants wanting to pursue a career in fishing face
is lack of capital and an established credit history to get started; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name to be listed would allow permit holders to mentor up-
and-coming fishermen in the community and transition them into the fisheries; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name to be listed would eliminate the permit holder’s fear of
losing the permit; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name to be listed would allow the surviving spouse or
beneficiary of a permit holder to maintain that permit in the spouse’s or beneficiary’s name and
provide the individual the opportunity to sell salmon with no other ownership; and
WHEREAS, given Alaska’s current fiscal crisis, it’s more important than ever to maintain and
increase economic opportunities for individuals and families who are dependent on the fisheries.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League urges the Alaska
Legislature to pass legislation redefining the transferability of limited entry salmon permits by
allowing an additional name to be listed on permits to keep permits in rural communities.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-0
A resolution in support of the development of a Community Dividend.
WHEREAS, community revenue sharing began in 1969 to help ease fiscal problems facing local
governments, stabilize or reduce local property taxes, encourage local provision of public
services, and stabilize local budgets and planning; and
WHEREAS, revenue sharing has undergone significant and dramatic changes since 1969,
leading to a situation in 2004 where all revenue sharing programs were proposed for elimination
after years of reductions, which corresponded to increased property taxes, elimination of
municipal services, and reduced capacity; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska exempts itself from local taxes even though it uses local
services and approximately $1.4 billion (2017) in property taxes are paid by local taxpayers to
subsidize State operations; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has been firm in its advocacy for the absolute
necessity of a form of and enough revenue sharing that strengthens the capacity of municipal
governments, alleviates the need for higher local taxes, and bolsters the delivery of public
services; and
WHEREAS, the recent fiscal crisis experienced by the State of Alaska made apparent the reality
of cost-shifting to municipalities and the potential for State reductions to municipal budgets,
particularly in the form of reduced or eliminated revenue sharing; and,
WHEREAS, uncertainty at the State level – due either to limits to annual appropriations or the
mechanism by which current Community Assistance funding is currently secured – necessitates a
new way to approach revenue sharing; and
WHEREAS a community dividend is a feasible method with which to reimburse local
government for State tax exemptions, fund local contributions to education, replace revenue
sharing or community assistance, and keep Alaska’s promises;
WHEREAS, the earnings from the Alaska Permanent Fund are a credible and sustainable vehicle
for such funding; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska State Legislature considered this question in 2006, with support from
many stakeholders, including the Alaska State Chamber of Commerce; and
WHEREAS, a community dividend meets the State’s obligation to municipal governments and
provides a sustainable pathway for maximizing local government.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League encourages the
Alaska State Legislature to consider the development of a Community Dividend.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-0
A resolution requesting that the Alaska State Legislature fund the Senior
Citizen’s/Disabled Veteran’s property tax exemption as required in AS 29.45.030(g).
WHEREAS, in the 1980s, the State of Alaska imposed a mandate that required all municipalities
that levy a property tax, to exempt the first $150,000 value of primary homes belonging to
seniors and disabled veterans, from that property tax; and
WHEREAS, property tax exemptions raise the property tax liability to those individuals who do
not receive the benefits of those exemptions; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska also passed law in statute that requires the State to reimburse
municipalities for those exemptions; and
WHEREAS, the State and Legislature have not funded this program and the municipal
reimbursement since 1997; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska has continued to require municipal exemptions; and
WHEREAS, one of the primary duties of a municipality is to levy taxes in support of its
corresponding obligations to provide public services, and most importantly public education; and
WHEREAS, municipalities have the best understanding of citizen concerns and priorities,
municipal budgets and should have sole authority to identify the need for and grant exemptions;
and
WHEREAS, Community Assistance provided to 164 municipalities has decreased to $30 million
per year, the Senior Citizen's/Disabled Veteran's Property Tax exemption is now costing the 18
municipalities that levy a property tax a total of over $77 million per year.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that the
Alaska State Legislature fund the Senior Citizen's/Disabled Veteran's Property Tax exemption as
required in AS 29.45.030(g).
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-0
A resolution in support of full funding from the State of Alaska for school bond debt
reimbursement and State aid for construction in Regional Education Attendance Areas
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska has a constitutional responsibility to “maintain a system of
public schools” under Article 7, Section 1 of the Alaska Constitution; and
WHEREAS, since 1970, the State of Alaska has encouraged municipalities to bond for school
major maintenance projects by reimbursing municipalities with bonding authority for a fixed
portion of principal and interest payments; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Legislature has, for decades, provided major maintenance for rural
Regional Educational Attendance Area schools through appropriations in the annual capital
budget; and
WHEREAS, since 2010, the Legislature provided consistent funding parity for rural schools’
major maintenance needs by automatically funding major maintenance projects in areas without
the ability to bond, with a percentage of the school bond debt reimbursement funding; and
WHEREAS, relying on these programs and the State of Alaska’s obligations, Alaskan
municipalities and Regional Educational Attendance Areas have maintained schools and fulfilled
municipal responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, in 2015, the Legislature placed a five-year moratorium on any new projects being
eligible for school bond debt reimbursement, and shifted the sole responsibility of repayment to
local taxpayers; and
WHEREAS, some municipalities, in an effort to mitigate deterioration of school facilities during
the capital funding moratorium, began allocating local tax revenues to provide funding for major
deferred maintenance school projects; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, the Legislature honored past project funding and appropriated funds to the
municipalities for school debt reimbursement, as well as major maintenance funding for schools
in Regional Educational Attendance Areas; and
WHEREAS, in 2016, the Governor line-item vetoed 25% of the funding for both municipal and
rural schools from appropriation bills; and
WHEREAS, the potential for future vetoes places great uncertainty on this program and burden
on municipalities.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League support full annual
funding of school bond debt reimbursement and state aid for construction in Regional
Educational Attendance Areas.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20 -0
A resolution supporting legislation adopting real property sales disclosure in Alaska.
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League supports the goal to promote the fair and equitable
distribution of the property tax burden which funds local governments; and
WHEREAS, Alaskans, municipalities and the State benefit from the assessment of fair and
equitable values of real property within all taxing jurisdictions in the State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, an assessor is required, per AS 29.45.110, to assess all property at full and true
value, as of January 1 of the assessment year. The full and true value is the estimated price that
the property would bring in an open market and under the then prevailing market conditions in a
sale between a willing seller and a willing buyer both conversant with the property and with
prevailing general price levels; and
WHEREAS, while the legal mandate for assessment at full and true value exists, the sales data
that is necessary to determine full and true value is not readily available due to the lack of sales
disclosure in the State of Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the Legislative Research Services Division reported in 2014, that Alaska is one of
six states for which sales disclosure for property exchanges are not disclosed; and
WHEREAS, data is currently obtained from requests for voluntary sales information through
questionnaires mailed in many jurisdictions, which result in incomplete, unreliable, and in some
cases translated to inaccurate reflections of actual market value; and
WHEREAS, sales disclosure would assist in the fair distribution of the tax burden to all
taxpayers and would enhance the accuracy and the timeliness of assessments; and
WHEREAS, sales disclosure would enhance the ability of assessment professionals to meet the
full and true value mandate and would also aid the public in obtaining information in order to
interact within local real estate markets; and
WHEREAS, the lack of sales data in some jurisdictions limits the ability to fairly distribute the
tax burden and also to fund local services; and
WHEREAS, sales disclosure would enable property owners to gather data to provide support for
legally entitled property tax appeals under AS 29.45.190.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League urges the Alaska
State Legislature to enact legislation requiring disclosures of all real property sales in the State of
Alaska.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20 -0
A resolution supporting increased investment in the Alaska Renewable Energy Fund, and
continued support for existing State energy and energy efficiency programs.
WHEREAS, Alaska’s high cost of energy creates a burden for Alaskans and for local
governments, school districts and public facilities; and
WHEREAS, ensuring the safety and reliability of energy systems increases the security of
Alaskan communities and the economy; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has been consistent in its advocacy for the strategic
development of energy resources, State programs that help to lower power and heating costs, and
adequate long-term funding for energy investment; and
WHEREAS, the Renewable Energy Fund – established in 2008 by the Alaska State Legislature –
is a good example of a program that, if funded, provides public investment in the development of
qualifying and competitively selected renewable energy projects in Alaska; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Renewable Energy Fund provides benefits to Alaskans by assisting
communities across the state to reduce and stabilize the cost of energy; and
WHEREAS, the program is designed to produce cost-effective renewable energy for heat and
power to benefit Alaskans statewide, and ancillary benefits include job creation, leveraging local
energy resources, and economic development; and
WHEREAS, from 2008 to 2015, appropriations totaling $257 million were issued for Renewable
Energy Fund projects, which was matched with hundreds of millions of dollars in funding from
local sources to develop projects designed to reduce and stabilize the cost of energy; and
WHEREAS, in 2016 and 2017 there were no State REF appropriations and no new projects were
initiated in those years; the new formula created in 2015 for applying excess earnings from the
PCE endowment was only in 2018 applicable, and continued lack of funding is a threat to the
success of the program; and
WHEREAS, new sources of funding should be applied to the Fund when PCE earnings do not
meet the appropriate threshold for the effective development of and support for energy projects
in Alaska.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League urges the Governor
and the Alaska State Legislature to increase investment in the Renewable Energy Fund; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League additionally supports
continued investment in State energy and energy efficiency programs, including the Revolving
Loan Fund Program, Weatherization, Home Energy Rebate Program, Bulk Fuel Construction
Program, and Rural Power System Upgrades.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution supporting the State’s implementation of a broad-based tax.
WHEREAS, in response to a fiscal crisis caused by low oil prices and other circumstances, the
State of Alaska has made significant headway in decreasing the overall size of government by
reducing agency and programmatic spending; and
WHEREAS, in 2018 the Alaska State Legislature took a positive step toward addressing
additional revenue by allowing access to excess earning of the Permanent Fund; and
WHEREAS, there remains a gap between revenues and current expenses, and an even more
significant gap between revenues and the ability of the State to address fundamental challenges
facing Alaska, including but not limited to public safety, education, infrastructure, and energy;
and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League in 2016 submitted a Sustainability Plan to the
Legislature, some of which has been addressed;
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has supported the implementation of a broad-based
tax as part of a sustainable fiscal plan; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League understands an income tax as being able to 1) capture
revenue from out-of-state employees, which is 20% of Alaska’s total payroll, 2) be deducted
from federal income taxes, with a net neutral cost to Alaskans, and 3) give Alaskans a direct
interest in state governance; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League believes that a statewide sales tax would 1) be
feasible where no current sales tax exists, but 2) may erode the municipal tax base, thereby
shifting revenue from one level of government to another, while undercutting the ability of local
governments to deliver essential services; and
WHEREAS, municipalities across Alaska have identified continued challenges related to
increased expenses and community needs; and
WHEREAS, municipalities across Alaska are concerned that lack of revenue at the State level
will result in the inability to address essential public services that are important to Alaskans and
to Alaskan businesses.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League supports the State’s
consideration of a broad-based tax; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League stands ready to work with the
Alaska State Legislature to mitigate potential negative impacts, as necessary.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20 -
A resolution requesting that Title 29 be amended to remove the audit requirement for
Community Assistance, and provide a one-time waiver of past audit requirements, thereby
releasing all outstanding Community Revenue Sharing/Assistance funds.
WHEREAS, Alaska’s municipal governments consider community revenue sharing, now known
as Community Assistance, an essential and fundamental component of their annual budget; and
WHEREAS, municipalities are diverse and wide-ranging in their population size, budget
composition, and state and federal statutory and regulatory requirements; and
WHEREAS, AS 29.180.020 outlines the requirements necessary to receive Community
Assistance funding, including, “if the municipality is a borough, unified municipality, or first
class city, a copy of the annual audit reviewed by a certified public accountant”; and
WHEREAS, the cost of completing an audit consistent with this requirement may represent 30-
50% of the annual funding received by a municipality from Community Assistance; and
WHEREAS, the bulk of these municipalities are already required to complete an audit based on
other state and federal funding requirements, and submission to DCRA can be encouraged; and
WHEREAS, for the remainder, the audit requirement presents an additional bureaucratic burden
that requires municipal governments to allocate funding to its fulfillment and away from delivery
of services in the public benefit; and
WHEREAS, there are more effective and cost-efficient ways in which to assure DCRA of a
community’s overall health and compliance capabilities; and
WHEREAS, the State has withheld and currently withholds payment of Community Revenue
Sharing and now Community Assistance when the audit requirement, among others, is not met;
and
WHEREAS, many municipalities are desperately in need of access to those funds, which assist
in general operations, strengthening administrative capacity, and contributing to education,
energy and public safety needs; and
WHEREAS, alleviating the costs of compliance for municipal governments increases overall the
economic health of the state, decreases the need for increased local taxes, and reduces
programmatic costs within the State.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that the
Alaska State Legislature amend Title 29 to remove the audit requirement for Community
Assistance, and provide a one-time waiver of past audit requirements, thereby releasing all
outstanding Community Revenue Sharing/Assistance funds.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution encouraging the Governor and Legislature to increase capacity within the
Office of Management and Budget to evaluate costs to communities of State and Legislative
budget and legislative actions, and to include a municipal impact fiscal note in all relevant
legislation.
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska’s Office of Management and Budget is an incredible resource
for assessing current and potential budget action, including the impact of legislative actions; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Management and Budget currently includes a director, three policy
analysts, and seven budget analysts; and
WHEREAS, each Office of Management and Budget analyst is responsible for different areas
within the budget, mainly by Department, but also around a variety of State priorities and
initiatives; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Management and Budget does not currently have a dedicated analyst
focused on municipal policy or budgets; and
WHEREAS, the Alaska Municipal League has in the past called for a fiscal note to be included
in all legislation, which would describe municipal impacts; and
WHEREAS, it is essential that the Office of Management and Budget strengthen its capacity to
be able to address this, and it is the position of the Alaska Municipal League that this not be
added to the current workload of existing staff; and
WHEREAS, the Office of Management and Budget is encouraged to coordinate its municipal
analysis with the Division of Community and Regional Affairs and the Legislative Finance
Division, including to potentially cost-share this position between agencies; and
WHEREAS, strengthening the State’s capacity in this regard will improve the efficacy of all
legislation, provide policymakers with the critical information they need to weigh costs and
benefits of legislation and provide clarity to municipal governments.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League requests that the
Governor and Alaska State Legislature increase capacity within the Office of Management and
Budget to evaluate costs to communities of State and Legislative budget and legislative actions;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League encourage consideration of a
municipal impact fiscal note to be included in all relevant legislation prior to submission.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution requesting that the Governor and Alaska State Legislature provide a one-time
payoff of PERS arrearages.
WHEREAS, many of Alaska’s villages and smaller communities are under stress stemming from
the State’s fiscal problems, lack of an underlying economy, and a range of other factors; and
WHEREAS, these stresses manifest themselves as PERS arrearages, IRS liens, deficits, late
payments, audit findings, grant reporting issues and other fiscal difficulties; and
WHEREAS, debt presents barriers to accessing Community Revenue Sharing/Community
Assistance, PILT payments, federal and state grant opportunities, bulk fuel loans, and other
opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the lack of access to those funds makes it even more difficult to fund payroll,
including being able to pay into PERS and for past liability; and
WHEREAS, more than forty (40) municipal governments and school districts are delinquent on
PERS payments, with the ten (10) highest accounting for over $3 million collectively; and
WHEREAS, this delinquency and debt is then distributed to other PERS pool participants, and
felt not just by municipalities but by the State as well, resulting in greater on behalf payments;
and
WHEREAS, recognizing these communities as currently “stressed” and working to move them
toward sustainability is an important goal of the Alaska Municipal League; and
WHEREAS, a stressed community should be thought of in terms of the degree to which it may
be out of compliance with State and/or federal financial, legal or statutory requirements; and
WHEREAS, the State can play a significant role in assisting in the health of its communities; and
WHEREAS, there are clear need to establish a level playing field by paying off those arrearages
now, justified not only by ensuring community health but as long-term investments that save the
State in its ongoing expenditures.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska Municipal League encourages the
Governor and the Alaska State Legislature fund a one-time payoff of PERS arrearages.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
AGENDA ITEM #13.D.4.
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Signed: ____________________________ Attest: ________________________
President, Alaska Municipal League Executive Director, Alaska Municipal League
Alaska Municipal League
Resolution #20-
A resolution in support of changing the transferability of limited entry salmon permits by
allowing an additional name on the permit.
WHEREAS, the number of limited entry salmon permits are leaving Alaska’s rural communities
at an alarming rate; and
WHEREAS, this trend is resulting in fewer economic opportunities and causing communities to
shrink; and
WHEREAS, the out-migration of permits has escalated mainly due to the “graying of the fleet;”
and
WHEREAS, the average age of a state fishing permit holder is 50 years; and
WHEREAS, some limited entry permit holders may be reluctant to permanently transfer a permit
to any heirs currently dealing with addiction; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name of a person to be listed on limited entry salmon
permits could help curb out-migration of permits from rural communities; and
WHEREAS, one of the biggest obstacles new entrants wanting to pursue a career in fishing face
is lack of capital and an established credit history to get started; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name to be listed would allow permit holders to mentor up-
and-coming fishermen in the community and transition them into the fisheries; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name to be listed would eliminate the permit holder’s fear of
losing the permit; and
WHEREAS, allowing an additional name to be listed would allow the surviving spouse or
beneficiary of a permit holder to maintain that permit in the spouse’s or beneficiary’s name and
provide the individual the opportunity to sell salmon with no other ownership; and
WHEREAS, given Alaska’s current fiscal crisis, it’s more important than ever to maintain and
increase economic opportunities for individuals and families who are dependent on the fisheries.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Alaska Municipal League urges the Alaska
Legislature to pass legislation redefining the transferability of limited entry salmon permits by
allowing an additional name to be listed on permits to keep permits in rural communities.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE ALASKA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE ON THE DAY
OF NOVEMBER 201.
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Kodiak Island Borough
Assembly Regular Meeting Guidelines
November 7, 2019, 6:30 p.m., Borough Assembly Chambers
PLEASE ANNOUNCE: Please remember to turn off ringers on your cell phones or put them on vibrate.
1. INVOCATION
Major Dave Davis of the Salvation Army.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Roberts.
3. ROLL CALL
KIBC 2.25.070.... the Chair shall cause the record to reflect the absence of the member, the reason for
the absence, and whether the absence is excused by the Assembly.
Recommended motion: Move to excuse Assembly member Symmons, Assembly member
Kavanaugh, and Assembly member Arndt who are absent due to personal leave.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non -controversial by the Assembly
and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless an
Assembly member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and
considered in its normal sequence on the agenda. All items in yellow are consent agenda items.
Recommended motion: Move to approve the agenda and consent agenda.
* Regular Meeting Minutes Of October 17, 2019.
Recommended motion: Move to amend the agenda and consent agenda by adding Resolution
No. FY2020-08 to public hearing. On October 17, this resolution was postponed by the Assembly
to the December 19 regular meeting.
A subject not on the agenda may be considered only by unanimous consent.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION TO AMEND THE AGENDA.
VOICE VOTE ON MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
*Regular Meeting Minutes Of October 17, 2019.
6. CITIZENS' COMMENTS (These are limited to three minutes per speaker.)
Read phone number: Local is 486-3231; Toll Free is 1-855-492-9202.
Please ask speakers to:
1. sign in
2. state their name for the record
3. turn on the microphone before speaking
4. address all remarks to the Assembly as a body and not to any member thereof
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
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Lim
Resolution FY2020-08 Hazard Mitigation Plan
7. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS — None,
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS
9. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution FY2020-08 Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Recommended Motion: Move to amend the postponement from the December 19 meeting to
today's meeting.
ROLL CALL ON MOTION
Open public hearing.
Read phone number: Local is 486-3231; Toll Free is 1-855-492-9202.
Please ask speakers to sign in and state their name for the record.
Comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
Close public hearing.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. FY2020-08
10. BOROUGH MANAGER'S REPORT
11. MESSAGES FROM THE BOROUGH MAYOR
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None.
13. NEW BUSINESS
A. Reorganization of the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly
Recommended Motion: Move to nominate
Staff Report — Borough Clerk Welinsky
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTIOn
as Deputy Presiding Officer.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 2 of 10
13.A. Contracts
13.13. Resolutions
1. Resolution No. FY2020-13 Adopting the Capital Improvement Priorities List For The 2020 State
Legislative Session.
Recommended Motion: Move to approve Resolution No. FY2020-13.
Staff Report — Manager Powers
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
2. Resolution No. FY2020-14 Adopting the Federal Program And Capital Improvement Priority List for
Federal Fiscal Year 2020.
Recommended Motion: Move to approve Resolution No. FY2020-14.
Staff Report — Manager Powers
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
U.C. Ordinances for Introduction
13.1). Other Items
1, Assembly Approval Of An Assembly Candidate To The Alaska Municipal League Board of
Directors District 10 Seat,
Recommended Motion: Move to approve the candidacy of Assembly member
to the Alaska Municipal Board of Directors, District 10 seat.
Assembly discussion_
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
2, Appointment Of The Voting Delegate For The Kodiak Island Borough At The Alaska
Municipal League Business Meeting.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 3 of 10
Recommended Motion: Move to appoint Assembly member as the voting delegate for
the Kodiak Island Borough at the Alaska Municipal League Business Meeting.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
3. Mayoral Appointments Of Assembly Member Representatives To Different Boards,
Committees, and Commissions.
Recommended Motion: Move to confirm the mayoral appointments of assembly member
representatives to different Boards, Committees, and Commissions as reflected in the
attached list.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
4. Assembly Review and Taking Official Action In Support Of The Alaska Municipal League
Resolutions.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #2019-01 A resolution in
support of the development of a Community Dividend.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #2019-02 A resolution
requesting that the Alaska State Legislature fund the Senior Citizen's/Disabled Veteran's
property tax exemption as required in AS 29.45.030(g).
Assembly discussion.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #2019-03 A resolution in
support of full funding from the State of Alaska for school bond debt reimbursement and
State aid for construction in Regional Education Attendance Areas.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #2019-04 A resolution
supporting legislation adopting real property sales disclosure in Alaska.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 4 of 10
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #2019-05 A resolution
supporting increased investment in the Alaska Renewable Energy Fund, and continued
support for existing State energy and energy efficiency programs.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 2019-06 A resolution
supporting the State's implementation of a broad-based tax.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 2019-07 A resolution
requesting that Title 29 be amended to remove the audit requirement for Community
Assistance, and provide a one-time waiver of past audit requirements, thereby releasing all
outstanding Community Revenue Sharing/Assistance funds.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 2019-08 A resolution
encouraging the Governor and Legislature to increase capacity within the Office of
Management and Budget to evaluate costs to communities of State and Legislative budget
and legislative actions, and to include a municipal impact fiscal note in all relevant
legislation.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 2019-09 A resolution
requesting that the Governor and Alaska State Legislature provide a one-time payoff of
PERS arrearages.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 5 of 10
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 2019-10 A resolution in
support of changing the transferability of limited entry salmon permits by allowing an
additional name on the permit.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 01-2020 In support of
reinstatement of State funding for the Code Blue program and Local Emergency Planning
Committees.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL_ CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution No. 02-2020 Encouraging the
Legislature to meet as the Assembly of the Unorganized Borough, and to take up its
governance as required by the Constitution.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #03-2020 Opposing decisions
by DOT&PF to increase their indirect rates; supporting increased funding for the Community
Transportation Program; and encouraging policy to enable local -delivered projects and
locally managed federal funds.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #042020 Expressing support
for rural law enforcement efforts such as the VPO and VPSO program, while recognizing the
need for increased investment and the potential for reform to ensure both public safety and
the sustainability of law enforcement efforts in rural Alaska.
Assembly discussion.
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Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #05-2020 Opposing any
increase to the required minimum local contribution or decreases to State funding levels;
removing the maximum local contribution allowable; and considering Impact Aid as part of
the local contribution.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 6 of 10
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #06-2020 Expressing
appreciation of DEC's policy to test for and analyze a full suite of PFAS compounds;
requesting that State and Federal action on PFAS continue, including to establish PFAS
compounds as eligible for funding, and set allowable limits and standards for cleanup.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #07-2020 Expressing support
for reform to PERS that includes a complete pay -down of the unfunded liability;
conditionally, requesting that the State also conduct termination studies, small or struggling
employers be allowed to opt out of the system, and that the high interest rate on non-
payment be eliminated.
Assembly discussion.
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Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #08-2020 In support of
economic, resource and infrastructure development that benefits local governments, the
State of Alaska, and Alaska residents.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support: AML Resolution #09-2020 Supporting all and
diverse efforts that contribute to a complete count during the U.S. Census.
Assembly discussion.
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Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #10-2020 Supporting full
payment of currently obligated school bond debt reimbursement; opposing an extension to
the school bond debt reimbursement moratorium; and supporting a careful and deliberate
reform of State support of school construction and maintenance.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 7 of 10
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #11-2020 Encouraging the
State of Alaska to develop a plan to transfer authority to accept federal funds from the State
directly to local governments or their designee.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #12-2020 Supporting the effort
to maximize local self-government, respect local control, and encourage the State to provide
funding for the adoption of powers and incorporation, including borough formation where
feasible.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #13-2020 Supporting reform of
the USDA Forest Service Secure Rural Schools program to include long-term certainty and
sustainability of funding.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #142020 In support of reform
of the PILT funding formula to extend multipliers to smaller population counties (boroughs).
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #15-2020 Supporting the
Legislature's efforts toward consensus on the Permanent Fund Dividend.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #16-2020 Supporting the
sustainability of the Alaska Universal Service Fund (AUSF) and increased investment in
rural infrastructure and affordability.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 8 of 10
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #17-2020 Opposing any State
action that would diminish the ability of local governments to tax or receive a share of State
tax on local economic activity.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #18-2020 Considering
unacceptable the reductions to funding for the Alaska Marine Highway System in FY20 and
the changes to the winter schedule; opposing any further reduction to the System's budget
and supporting reform that is sustainable and responsive to the needs of coastal
communities.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #19-2020 Opposing any
further reductions to Community Assistance and in support of an appropriation to the
Community Assistance Fund that would bring the Fund total back up to $90 million.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #20-2020 Supporting full
funding ($12,145,312) for the State of Alaska Municipal Harbor Facility Grant Program in the
FY21 budget.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
Recommended Motion: Move to support AML Resolution #21-2020 Supporting
Amendments to AS 29.45.500 to Require Municipalities to Pay Reasonable Interest on Tax
Refunds.
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
5. Assembly Approval Of The November And December Meeting Schedule.
Recommended Motion: Move to approve the proposed November and December Meeting
Schedule.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 9 of 10
Nov 14 Work Session - Cancelled
Nov 21 Regular Meeting - Cancelled
Nov 26 Work Session - Starting at 6 PM (Including JWS With The School Board)
Dec 5 Regular Meeting
Dec 12 Work Session
Dec 19 Regular Meeting
Assembly discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION.
114. CITIZENS' COMMENTS (These are limited to three minutes per speaker.)
Agenda Items not scheduled for public hearing and general comments.
Read phone number: Local is 486-3231; Toll Free is 1-855-492-9202.
Please ask speakers to:
1. sign in
2. state their name for the record
qu 3. turn on the microphone before speaking
4. address all remarks to the Assembly as a body and not to any member thereof
15. ASSEMBLY MEMBERS' COMMENTS
Announcements: The Assembly work session on Thursday, November 14 and the regular meeting
scheduled on Thursday, November 21, 2019 has been canceled.
The next Assembly work session will be on Thursday, November 26, 2019 in the School District
Conference room.
16. EXECUTIVE SESSION
None.
17. ADJOURNMENT
Recommended motion: Move to adjourn the meeting.
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K1BC 2.30.030 A.... Meetings shall adjourn at 10:30 p.m. unless the time is extended by a ma"ori
of the votes to which the assembly is entitled. No meeting shall be extended beyond 11 p.m., unless
extended by a two-thirds vote of the assembly, except the meeting shall be extended to set the time
and place for resumption of the meeting.
Kodiak Island Borough Assembly Guidelines
November 7, 2019 Page 10 of 10
State Initiative Puts Alaska's Coastal Communities at Risk
Mike Munger. Executive Director. Cook Inlet Regional Citizens Advisory Council
Thirty years ago, the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill forever changed our relationship with Alaska's
oil production and transportation industries. Devastated by the enormity of the spill, the resulting
suffering and long-term consequences — many of which we still feel today — Alaskans
recognized that we had to work together to protect ourselves and our communities. Acting as
stewards, Alaskans worked with regulatory agencies, industry and resource trustee agencies in
good faith to develop regulations that recognized and sought to minimize the inherent risks of
transporting oil across state waters.
Working together, we wrote and passed Alaska's spill prevention and response regulations,
which are today widely considered the best in the country, if not the world. That well-deserved
reputation is now under threat.
An effort is underway that could strip away Alaska's oil spill safeguards, which have proven so
successful for so many years. The state of Alaska has opened for review about 40 sections of
regulations, and their governing statutes, that cover numerous aspects of spill prevention and
response planning for crude oil terminals, tankers, oil and gas exploration and production
facilities, and pipelines. In announcing the review, the commissioner of the Alaska Department
of Environmental Conservation stated: "I've heard from many Alaskans that contingency plans
are unnecessarily burdensome while lacking corresponding environmental benefits."
The goal of the state's review is simple: to make our regulations less burdensome to industry.
The message the state is sending to Alaskans is clear: The long-term health of Alaska's coastal
communities is secondary to the oil industry's bottom line. This course of action should alarm us
all.
Weakening or eliminating oil spill prevention and response requirements to ease a perceived
"burden" on industry effectively transfers the risks of transporting oil onto the backs of
communities, fishermen, subsistence users and citizens who depend on clean coastal waters. A
great many people worked hard to establish a level of protection from oil spills, which was
nonexistent before March 24, 1989. Clearly, we have to marshal our forces again. To say now,
after 30 years, the regulations are suddenly too burdensome, is frustrating and warrants a strong
response.
Halting this initiative requires a concerted effort from all of us. Please join the Cook Inlet
Regional Citizens Advisory Council in sending a forceful message that Alaskans are not
interested in weakening the well -crafted oil spill protections put in place since the Exxon Valdez.
Alaskans are proud of our reputation as world leaders in oil spill prevention and response. We
refuse to revert to the complacency of the past. Call your legislators, talk to your community's
mayors, assembly and council members, your friends and neighbors, and ask them to oppose
changes to Alaska's oil spill oversight laws and regulations.
The deadline to comment is Jan. 15, 2020. You can submit comments via the Alaska Department
of Environmental Conservation website.
Public Comment November 7, 2019
Re: Closing of State Vocational Rehabilitation Kodiak Office.
Don Roberts
Good evening, my name is Don Roberts, I have been a resident of the Kodiak Island Borough since May of
1997. 1 am here to speak against the closing of the State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation office in Kodiak
that you may have read about in the Kodiak Daily Mirror.
For the record, I am a past and current client of DVR, I have also served on the State Vocational Rehabilitation
Committee and the State Independent Living Council.
The given reason for closing the local office is a caseload of only 20 people. The problem with this is that it is a
symptom of system failure — and is more of a reason to increase services to Kodiak and not a reason to close
the office.
What you may not know is that prior to the counselor's transfer a few months ago he had a catchment area
greater than the states of California and Texas combined. This required and great deal of off -island travel.
What you may not know is that among the various services, besides casework, DVR is supposed to provide is
"Information on hiring a qualified employee with a disability, workplace accommodations, tax credits and
other incentives for hiring people with disabilities and assistance with the Americans with Disability Act." None
of which can be provided adequately by an itinerant counselor whose familiarity with Kodiak is superficial at
best. Let me add that Voc Rehab can assist a business maintain a valued employee who may have become
disabled.
Why is this important?
What you probably don't know is that according to a 2015 market study in the previous 2 years "more than 26
million adults with disabilities traveled for pleasure and/or business, taking 73 million trips." The study also
quantified "how much adults with disabilities spend on their own travel - $17.3 billion annually. Because
people with disabilities often travel with one or more adults, the economic impact doubles to $34.6 billion."
What you may know, but not care much about, is that Kodiak is completely unprepared to compete into this
market, and that if Kodiak wants to compete in this significant market then we need more people with
disabilities working and starting businesses, and that is only going to happen if Kodiak has a dedicated
Vocational Rehabilitation counselor who can help businesses and people with disabilities solve the
employment impasse.
What you may not know is that there are people with disabilities in Kodiak who would like to work or return to
work but are unaware of the resources available to them, but not being affiliated with any agency they may
not know whom to turn to.
I think none of the issues that confronts Kodiak can be addressed by closing the local DVR office.
My hope is that the borough, acting through the Assembly, will not let the Kodiak office close without some
sort of fight.
Thank you.
Disability Travel Generates $17.3 Billion
In Annual Spending
New Nationwide Research from Open Doors Organization as ADA Turns 25
NEWS PROVIDED BY
Open Doors Organization--+
Jul 31, 2015,11.59 ET
CHICAGO, July 31, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/-- The Open Doors Organization
(ODO) today released the findings of its 2015 Market Study. The nationwide survey,
conducted by Mandala Research, LLC, is a follow-up to ODO's groundbreaking studies
of 2002 and 2005 on the spending trends and market scope of U.S. adult travelers with
disabilities.
"This new data," says ODO Director Eric Lipp, "shows that the disability travel market has
a greater impact than ever on the industry and the broader economy. In the past two
years alone, more than 26 million adults with disabilities traveled for pleasure and/or
business, taking 73 million trips." The study also shines a light on factors still holding
back the market. Twenty-five years after the signing of the Americans with Disabilities
Act, many barriers to access still remain in air travel, hotels and restaurants, although
these have decreased significantly since the previous study in 2005.
The 2015 ODO study quantifies how much adults with disabilities spend on just their
own travel—$17.3 billion annually, up from $13.6 billion in 2002. Since these individuals
typically travel with one or more other adults, the economic impact is actually double,
or $34.6 billion.
Like the 2005 ODO study, the new research shows businesses in the travel industry the
extent and types of barriers the majority of travelers with disabilities still experience.
Among adults with disabilities who have traveled by air, 72% said they encountered
major obstacles with airlines and 65% with airports, down from 84% and 82% in 2005,
respectively. At hotels and restaurants, the percent reporting obstacles—physical
barriers, problems with customer service or communication barriers—has significantly
decreased as well.
The 53 -page report provides detailed findings not just on general travel patterns,
frequency of travel and spending, but also gives specifics on cruise travel; ground
transportation including ride share services; use of the Internet, mobile devices and
assistive equipment; and the most popular destinations nationally and internationally.
Reflecting back on ODO's earlier research and where the disability travel market is
today, Eric Lipp notes, "When we carried out our first nationwide study in 2002, the goal
was to wake up the travel industry to the importance of this mostly underserved
market segment and give them hard numbers on which to base investment decisions.
Now 13 years later, our economic impact is no longer a secret, especially in air travel. At
large airports like Miami and Minneapolis St. Paul, airlines now must provide more than
1 million wheelchair assists per year. And as the Baby Boomers continue to age, you
can be sure our market will keep growing for years to come."
The survey was conducted online in January and February 2015 among a national
sample of 1,291 adults with disabilities aged 18 or over. Disability was defined as having
blindness, deafness or a condition that substantially limits one or more basic physical
activities such as walking, climbing stairs, reaching, lifting, or carrying. Individuals who
also have cognitive disabilities were included as respondents as well. To insure
comparability with the 2002 and 2005 studies, Mandala Research used Harris
Interactive (now Harris, A Nielsen Company), who had conducted the earlier research,
to carry out the online poll.
Copies of the 2015 Market Study are available for sale through the Open Doors
Organization website (opendoorsnfp.org) or by calling 773 388-8839 or e -mailing
i nfo@opendoorsnfp.org.
The Open Doors Organization is a non-profit organization founded for the purpose of
teaching businesses how to succeed in the disability market and make their goods and
services accessible to people with disabilities. Mandala Research, LLC, who partnered
with ODO on this study, offers a diverse range of travel market research products and
services—along with expert analysis—to Fortune 500 companies, non-profit
organizations, and government agencies.
Contact: Eric Lipp
Open Doors Organization
773 388-8839
ericlipp@opendoorsnfp.org
SOURCE Open Doors Organization
Related Links
http://www.opendoorsnfp.org
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• Motions required for 213 vote to carry. 7 present requires 5; 6 present requires 4; 5 present requires 4; 4 present requires 3
Reconsideration on the same day, suspension of rules, limit of extend debate, previous question
• Majority vote is majority of the membership (quorum). Point of Order and Recess.
YES NO
YES NO
YES
YES NO
YES NO
Mr. Arndt
Mr. Arndt
Mr. Arndt
Mr. Amdt
Mr. Arndt
Mr. Dvorak
Mr. Dvorak
Mr. Dvorak VMr.
Dvorak
Mr. Dvorak
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Ms. iEaroemmgh
Ms-14avm-rough
Mr. Schroeder
Mr. Schroeder
Mr. Schroeder
Mr. Schroeder
Mr. Schroeder
Ms. Skinner
Ms. Skinner
77Ms.
Skinner
Ms. Skinner
Ms. Skinner
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Mr. Turner VMr. Turner Mr. Turner VrMr.Turner Mr. Turner -T
WOULD ANYONE LIKE TO CHANGE THEIR VOTE? WOULD ANYONE LIKE_ TO CHANGE THEIR_ VOTE? _
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The. mayor may n vot except in the case where only six members of the assemb y are present and there is a threelthree tie vote of the assembly.
RobertsI I Mayor Roberts Mayor Roberts I I I Mayor Roberts Mayor Roberts
• Motions required for 213 vote to carry. 7 present requires 5; 6 present requires 4; 5 present requires 4; 4 present requires 3
Reconsideration on the same day, suspension of rules, limit of extend debate, previous question
• Majority vote is majority of the membership (quorum). Point of Order and Recess.
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POSTPONED
ADOPTED
ADOPTED
APPROVED
APPOINTED
CONFIRMED
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REVIEWED AND EXPRESSED
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FAILED TO EXPRESS
APPROVED