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I.ODIAI ISLAND BOROUGH AS$EPi3LY MERTII' G
DECEMBER 2, 1965
I Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order in the magistrates court, Donnelley Bldg., Kodiak,
Alaska by Presiding Officer Russell Wright at 7:42 p.m. on December 2, 1965.
II Roll Call
Present Absent
Wilton White, Borough Chairman Eldon Lester
Russell Wright Mathey Fitzgerald
Jo Hajdu (Mrs . )
Fred Brechan
Also present: Borough Clerk, W.A. Sleness, Borough Attorney, Roy Madsen, PM
Chairman, George Cornelius, Supt. Schools Ivor Schott, Urban Renewal R -19 Project
Manager, ASHA Planner Bill Rogers, City Manager Ralph Jones, and people in the
audience.
III Minutes of meeting of November 18, 1965 were approved as read.
IV Other Minutes
P&G Meeting of 11/23/65 were approved as read, Upon motion by Assemblyman
rechan seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu and carried unanimously by voice vote.
P & Z meeting of 12/1/65 were approved as read corrected upon motions by Assembly-
man Brechan seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu and carried unanimously by voice
vote.
School board minutes of november 29 were read. No action taken to approved or
disapprove.
V A. Chairman read Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife letter application for
seven acre lands withdrawal in Gibson Cove area. Upon Assembly review and
study of accompanying map, question was posed.by City Manager Ralph Jones
whether area under application as platted may possibly overlap onto land
currently in process of acquisition by the City from G.U.A. After some
discussion concerning lands of B.C.F., G.S.A. and State owned, it was
suggested by Assemblyman Brechan that Assembly approved those areas within
application which would be outside lands indicated as controlled by G.S.A.
Ne E oT'i »TIOV -- mod - under -- by the City. Mr. Richard Hensel of Bureau of Sport
Fisheries and Wildlife expressed concurrance. Assemblyman Brechan then moved
for "acceptance of the Fish and tiilflife proposal for a land withdrawal that
area in Gibson Cove outside of the land already under contract to purchase by
the City." Notion seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu. Motion carried unanimous
by roll call vote.
3 Holman Auto Mart: Letter from Mr. Holman in reply to Borough query as to his
intentions was read. A discussion followed concerning present status and use
of building under condemned conditions and Mr. Holman declared intent and
request for zoning exception at some implied future date of rebuilding in
conformity with 3orough bldg. requirements. Notion by Assemblywoman Hajdu
seconded by Assemblyman Brechan that letter from the borough be directed to
Nn. Holman "advising him that the building is condemned and giving him sixty
(60) days in which to demolish it." Motion carried on unanimous roll call vote
and so ordered.
C Letter from Marion Lynch re hospital site was discussed. Assemblywoman Hajdu
moved, "that the Chairman will direct the new planning and zoning commission
to set aside an appropriate area to be used for construction of new hospital."
Seconded by Assemblyman Brechan. Motion carried by voice vote unanimous
and so ordered.
VI Chairman White, in deference to people in the audience asked for audience
participation at this tire.
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Mr. Brechburg spoke from the audience re Mr. Holman's business site. Mr.
Brechburg voice objections to a nian "operating a business off the highway."
Mr. Cornelius, Chairman PeeZ commission spoke to clarify some aspects of P&
considerations re Mr. Perez (Aleutian Sub) request for re- zoning. Chairman White
acknowledged these remarks but stated P&Z minutes had been approved as read
earlier.
Mr. Jones (City Manager) requested that item VII G - Standard Oil re- zoning be
moved back to follow VI A - Mr. Schott.
VI A Letter from Ivor Schott, Supt. of Schools requesting Assembly approval of
School Board appointment of the firm Crittenden, Cassetta, 1Jirum and Jacobs
as architects for elementary school building. Assemblyman Brechan moved for
approval; after explanation by Mr. Schott on basis for selection, motion was
seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu and motion carried unanimous by roll call vote.
As requested under VI above, Item VII G under old business moved up for
consideration.
VII G Chairman read Resolution 65 -9, Standard Oil Co., re- zoning, first reading.
Discussion brought out that perimeter outline of plat takes in part of
Russian Sea wall. Assemblyman Brechan commented that because of prior
ownership of the Standard Oil Co. could, if they so desired, tear part of the
old Russian wall down. City Manager Ralph Jones spoke from the audience and
stated that the Standard Oil Co. has agreed to respect and preserve the
Russian wall. Mr. Jones went on further to say that Standard Oil Co. had gone
on record that, "they would preserve this Russian wall." After further
discussion on the Russian wall and the proposed road connecting Tagura Road,
Assemblyman Brechan, "moved for acceptance of Ordinance 65 -9, Standard Oil
re- zoning first reading." Seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu. Motion carried by
roll call vote and was so ordered.
Er. Perez spoke from audience concerning application technicalities particu-
larly with reference to payment of filing fees. Mr. Jones, speaking from the
audience reminded Er. Perez that there were provisions for appeal within the
Ordinance as he recalled.
Chairman White remakred that there was no intent for Assembly to get involved
in a technical wrangle and called upon Nr. Walker, Standard Oil representative
in the audience, for his com'nts.
Mr. Clark commented then as follows: Appreciation was expressed for Assembly
action so far and that Standard Oil would proceed without delay on improvements
as soon as possible.
VI B Ien Brandenberg, r -19 Urban Renewal project Manager then reported briefly
on current status of project.
C Bill Rogers, Planner from ASIA office Anchorage then spoke to the Assembly
on benefits which could accrue to the community by formulation and adoption of
a comprehensive plan. Steps to get such a plan underway were outlined.
Following Mr. Rogers' talk, there followed a question and answer session
during which questions from both the Assembly members: and audience were
answered by Mr. Rogers. Chairman White then summarized and developed further
all the aspects of need for such a comprehensive plan for the community of
Kodiak and the Borough. At conclusion of discussion Mr. Rogers provided a
'brochure of facts to each member of Assembly in connection with a planning
assistance program
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VI D Chairman then read letter from Management Engineering Associates offering
proposal to enter into arrangement for providing planning services.
fleeting then recessed at 10:15 p.m. for 10 minutes.
Meeting reconvened at 10:30 p.m.
Chairman White called upon Tony Perez re a letter to Mr. Perez from Harry R.
Powell and Associates pertaining to preliminary thinking on a bridge to Near
Island. The Chairman accepted the letter with comment that copies would be
provided each assemblyman.
E Copy of letter to Dr. Thomas McGowan, Director, Division of Public Health
from City Manager Ralph Jones re sanitarian was read. A short discussion
followed. No action taken.
F Letter from N.B. of A. requesting consideration using their facilities for
Borough depositary account was read by the Chairman. The Chairman then
commented briefly on background reasons for maintaining two accounts in local
banks. No action taken.
VII A Proposal by Kodiak Disposal Service was read by the Chairman for consideration
of the Assembly. The proposal was predicated upon Borough acquisition of dry
dump site as applied for under recent action. fr. Stover, speaking from the
audience offered some explanatory comments supplementing to terms of the
proposal. City Manager, Mr. Jones, then commented favorably on location and
need for establishment of dry dump. Assemblyman Brechan moved to, "Accept
the Kodiak Disposal Service proposal and that the Borough Attorney be instructed
to prepare a lease for the Assembly's approval." Seconded by Assemblywoman
Hajdu contingent upon Borough acquisition of the site. Assemblyman Brechan
then changed the wording of his motion to include, "contingent upon the
acquisition of the land in question." Attorney Madsen then commented to effect
that proposal should be studied further especially concerning period of
25 year franchise and also that these operations should possibly be advertised
and put out for bid. After some further discussion Assemblyman Brechan with
approval of second, then added wording to his motion to include, "pending
the attorney's proof of its legality." With these changes the motion by
Assemblyman Brechan would be, "to accept the Kodiak Disposal Service proposal
contingent upon acquisition of the site and pending the Borough Attorney's
findings as to legality and that Borough Attorney be instructed to prepare
lease for Assembly approval based on these contingencies and findings."
Further short discussion. Roll call vote on the motion carried unanimous
and so ordered.
B Letter response to Borough query to Local Affairs Agency re Borough
boundaries was read. Alengthy discussion was held on implications and
consequences attendant to any action towards reducing Borough boundaries.
There was no action taken.
C Resolution 65 -34 - Larionoff/Ek1of - Street vacation read. Assemblywoman
I:ajdu moved, seconded by Assemblyman Brechan for approval. Roll call vote
unanimous for approval and so ordered.
D Resolution 65 -32 - Miller Point final plat was read. Assemblyman Brechan
moved, seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu for approval. Roll call vote unanimous
for approval and so ordered.
E Resolution 65 -33 - Borough check signatures providing for three authorized
signatures, the third being that of Clerk /Treasurer. Assemblyman Brechan moved
seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu for approval. Motion carried by unanimous
roll call vote and so ordered.
Assem Me eting December 2, 1965
VII F Resolution 65 -35 - School bond counsel read. Assemblywoman Hajdu moved,
seconded by Assemblyman Brechan to approved. Carried by unanimous roll call
vote and so ordered.
G See earlier action
H Ordinance 65 -8 - Thorsheim re- zoning, first reading. After short discussion
Assemblyman Brechan moved for acceptance, first reading. Seconded by
Assemblywoman Hajdu. On the question, Chairman suggested it might be in order
to read the Ordinance 65 -8 which was done. After reading Assemblyman Brechan
with approval of second withdrew his motion. That portion of Ordinance 65 -8
pertaining to Allman addition was read again at request of Assemblyman Brechan
who did not understand what had been "cranked in to" the Ordinance. Further
discussion and clarification of description.
A short recess was ordered by the Presiding Officer for purpose of studying
map pertaining.
Meeting was resumed at 11:50 p.m. after five minutes recess.
Assemblyman Brechan then moved for adoption of Ordinance 65 -8 as amended to
read lot 21, Block 1 instead of as written lot 23, Block 2. Seconded as corrected
by Assemblywoman Hajdu. It was noted in further discussion that this matter of
re- zoning had approval of PbZ Commission. Roll call on the motion carried
unanimous and so ordered.
VIII New Business - none
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At this time Mr. Sam Best spoke from the audience re technicality on programming of
various actions through PFIL and on to Assembly. Particularly as to section 23 of
of Zoning Ordinance pertaining to amendments and changes. Further discussion
on this matter devolved into exposure of certain deficiencies of communication
in programming of administrative action as between PbtZ Commission and Assembly.
The need for staff representation in taking of minutes for P&Z proceedings
instread of as presently being taken by members of Borough Engineer's Office was
brought out in discussion. The area of communication and control and follow-up
on PFIC action was thoroughly aired. To finalize discussinn, Assemblyman Brechan
moved that "the Borough Chairman be instructed to direct a letter to the PDZ
Commission on procedures to be followed in the taking of minutes and various other
recommendations they have." Seconded by Assemblywoman Hajdu and carried by
voice vote unanimous, so ordered.
Chairman then asked Assembly concurrance on advisability of letters to Rep.
Bill Poland and Senator Al Owen recommending additional study and review of
land disposal laws. This review to be in light of relaxing restrictive provisions
in the present laws and regulations. Further stated that present regulations
concerning "surveys, installation of utilities, roads streets, etc., that we
can't release the land we have in our own area," that a, "somewhat lesser stringent
set of laws be enacted if possible."
Chairman then read letter from Hugh blade, Secretary of State re Administrative
Code.
Letter from State Division of lands read re parcel "B" in Military Reserve
held by the School District for their use under a Recreation and public purpose
application. Chairman asked concurrance of Assembly on release and cancellation
of R&PP application for State selection and transfer to the Borough for school
purposes. Assembly concurred.
The meeting was then adjourned by order of Presiding Officer at 12:25 a.m.
December 3, 1965 with Chairman's request for short executive session of Assembly
members, Mr. Ralph Jones, Borough Clerk in attendance and which was held.
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KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
ASSEMBLY ACTIONS SUMMARY
TO: ALL DEPARTMENTS AND DIVISIONS
FROM: BOROUGH CLERK
SUBJ: ASSEMBLY MEETING OF DECEMBER 2, 1965
Item Assembly Action Action Needed by Administration
V-A F&W application land withdrawal read and Chairman to advise regional office
approved as amended not in conflict with lands FEN by letter of P& and Assembly
being acquired by City. action.
V -B Letter from Nr. Holman read in response
to Borough query as to his future plans.
Assembly directed letter to Nr. Eolman
giving him 60 days in which to demolish
present structure.
VI -B Ken Brandenberg, R -19 Urban Renewal project None required.
manager reported on current status of project
VI -D Letter was read from Management Engineering None required.
Service re providing planning service.
No action taken.
VI -E Letter to Dr. Howard McGowan from City Mgr. None required.
read. No action.
VI -F Letter from NBofA re. depositary for Borough None required.
lands was read. No action taken.
Chairman to advise Mr. Holman
by letter of Assembly action.
V -C Marion Lynch letter re hospital site discussed Chairman to so instruct "new"
Moved to instruct new P&Z Commission to set Pea Commission when appointed.
aside appropriate area for new hospital.
VII -G Standard Oil Co. rezoning passed and Clerk will schedule for public
approved first reading. hearing and second read on 12/16/65
VI -C Mr. Bill Rogers spoke on comprehensive plan. Clerk will furnish copies of
Discussion by Assembly members and questions- ASHA letter re comp. plan for
no actiontaken. Assembly member.
VI -D Letter from Harry R. Powell and Associates, Clerk will provide copies to
Engineering firm re bridge to Near Island. each member of Assembly.
No action.
VII -A Proposal from Kodiak Disposal Service read and Borough Attorney to study
discussed. Proposal was approved for acceptance and prepare lease for future
upon clarification of legal aspects and prepara- Assembly action.
tion of base document compatible with legal
findings.
VII -B Local Affairs Agency letter on boundary changes
read and discussed at length. No action. None required.
VII -C Resolution 65 -34, Larionoff/Eklof Street
vacation approved. None required.
VII -D Resolution 65 -32, Miller Point final plat Clerk will return linen copy to
approved. ADL with proper signatures.
VII -E Resolution 65 -33 Third authorized signature Clerk to accomplish proper
on Borough checks notes, drafts, etc. be the signature documents at depositary
Clerk /Treas. - approved. banks.
Assembly Actions - December 2, 1965
Item
VII -F
VII -H
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Assembly Action
Resolution 65 -35 to retain firm of Thorgrirnson Attorney to notify and
Horowitz, Starin, and Ellis approved.
Ordinance 65-8, Thorsheim rezoning, first Clerk will schedule second reading
reading - approved as amended. for January 6 and notice for
public hearing to be published
Ded. 17.
Chairman's report - lengthy discussion
between Assembly and members of audience
pertaining to programming of Pe& action,
Assembly action and staff.
Chairman asked concurrance of Assembly in Clerk to prepare letters for
directing letters to Pep. Bill Poland and Chairman's signature.
Senator Al Owen requesting review of land
disposal laws and regulations designed to
find ways and means to relax restrictive
provisions in present law
Letter from Hugh Wade re admin. code
read - No action required.
Letter from State Div. Lands read re
release of P &PP application on Tract
"C" military reserve. Assembly action
to proceed as requested in letter.
Meeting adjourned 12:25 a.m. 12/3/65
Action needed by Administration
follow up.
None required.
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Clerk to prepare letter for
Chairman's signature.
Clerk to prepare letter of
release.