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10/19/19671! f I ' KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH ASSEMBLY MEETING - OCTOBER 19, 1967 I CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7 :45 p.m. by Deputy Presiding Officer Jim Barr in the Magistrate's Courtroom, Donnelley Building, Kodiak, Alaska. Mrs. Betty Springhill, Assemblywoman appointed by the City Council, was sworn into office by Mr. Preston. II ROLL CALL Present Sam Best, Borough Chairman Mrs. Jo Hajdu, Presiding Officer Don Arndt Jim Barr Mrs. Betty Springhill Also Present: Doug Preston, Clerk/Treasurer, Jim Stansbury, Building Inspector, Emil Norton, City Councilman and School Board member, Bob Childs, Hospital Board Chairman; and approx. 10 people in the audience. Sally Hendrix, Secretary, taking minutes. Nominations were opened for Presiding Officer. Mr. Arndt nominated Mrs Mr. Bullock moved, seconded by Mrs. Springhill, that the nominations be a unanimous ballot be cast for Mrs. Hajdu. Motion carried by unanimous It was agreed that Mr. Barr would remain Deputy Presiding Officer if it thtt he was so elected permanently. III MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING - 10/5/67 There were no additions, corrections or deletions and Mrs. Hajdu declared minutes approved as written. IV OTHER MINUTES A. School Board 1. Regular Meeting - 10/9/67. Mr. Best read the portion of the minutes concerned with the problems at the Larsen Bay School. Mr. Norton stated that all of the village schools need upgrading, and that a study is now being made for future budgeting of these improvements. Mr. Barr suggested that if any of these situations become emergencies, the School Board should approach the Assembly and request an interim solution. Mr. Norton stated that none of the situations were yet critical enough to cause a school to shut down. 2. Special Meeting - 10/4/67 3. Special Meeting - 10/13/67 There were no comments. V COMMUNICATIONS - CORRESPONDENCE - PEOPLE TO BE HEARD . Haj du . closed and voice vote. is found B. P &Z -- 10/11/67. Mrs. Hajdu questioned Item X -B, concerning a request from Fred Brechan for an exception for apartments and a variance on Lots 18 -B and 18-C, USS 3099. It was explained that a misunderstanding had occurred, and the request was for a setback variance only, and not an exception for apartments. A. Letter from Dale Tubbs of State Division of Lands re Request for Plant Site for Processing and Sale of Sand Gravel in Bells Flats by Kodiak Land Co. Letter was read, explaining that the Kodiak Land Co. had previously had an agreement for this site with BLldi, but that the agreement had been cancelled when the State received tentative approval of the land. The terms of the proposed agreement with the State were read. It must be decided whether the Borough will select this area or not since it lies outside of the area which has already been selected. There was a question of whether any revenue received should not accrue to the Borough instead of to the State. After further discussion, Mr. Barr moved, seconded by Mr. Bullock, that this matter be referred back to the Staff and to the P &Z Commission, and if it is necessary to protect someone's rights, that a special meeting be held before the end of the month to take action on the request. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. A proper map must be obtained to locate the site. 1 0 1 41 ASSEMBLY MEETING - October 19, 1967 2 B. Letter from Bill Sacheck re Bells Flats Gravel Site and Navy Base Sewer and Water Lines. This letter was also referred to staff and P &Z for further study and recommendations. C. Letter from Ken Hallback re Inclusion of Relinquished Lots in Land Sale. The letter was read. It was agreed that these lots should be included in the land sale, but questions were raised about the taxes due on them. It must be determined whether the taxes accrue against the land or the owners, and whether the lots can be sold if the taxes are left against the land. Mr. Bullock made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Springhill, that this matter be referred to the Attorney. Mss. Hajdu suggested that the lots be included in the sale and that the State be notified that the policy on the taxes will be determined later. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. D. Letter from Joe Keenan re Time Extensions on Land Payments. After some discussion, Mr. Barr moved, seconded by Mr. BullocJ, that the Assembly go on record as a policy that we have the Division of Lands notify us of all extensions and further that they obtain our concurrence before granting any extension amounting to an aggregate of 90 days for a parcel of land, or involving any parcel of land which has an annual payment in excess of $1000. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. E. Letters from Harry Carter, Seafood Sanitarian 1) Mr. Carter's Change of Classification to Seafood Sanitarian 2) Hire of New General Sanitarian, Howard Kaiser These letters were read, as well as a letter to Mr. Chapman, Commissioner of the Department of Health & Welfare, inquiring whether it is correct that MIr. Carter will have administrative authority over Mr. Kaiser for the State, and also whether it is the policy of the State not to instigate legal action against violators of health laws, A question was also raised as to whether the Borough should pay the General Sanitarian salary for October and November, since Mr. Carter changed to Seafood October 1 and Mr. Kaiser will not be established here until December 1. It was also pointed out that perhaps the Borough should not augment the Seafood Sanitarian position in the same amount as the General Sanitarian, since he will be covering a large area and not just Kodiak. It was agreed that Mr. Best will discuss these matters with Mr. Stockton. F. Letter from Harry Carter re Spruce Cape Road Public Water Supply. Letter was read for information only. Mrs. Hajdu suggested that Mr. Carter's letter be followed up with a letter from the Borough •.xpressing concern about the possibility of the water being shut off. Mr. Bullock read an excerpt from the City Council minutes of October 2, and Mr. Burt stated that the intent of the Council is that no new water lines be built unless an area is annexed into the City, and that a study is being made to determine in what order the water should be shut off in case of a shortage. Mrs. Hajdu said she thought Mr. Carter's letter to the State is valid, since a water shut off would be a threat to health, and that the domestic supply should not be shut off before the industrial supply. Mr. Jackson from the audience stated that the City should review its water prices, since they now have several more large users on the Spruce Cape line and are gaining far more revenue than they did previously. G. Letter from Sven Haakansen re Problems in Old Harbor. Mr. Best reported that he had written to the State and i'ederal Congressmen regarding the problem of the people not being able to obtain title to their property, and to the School Board concerning the problems of the school. After a discussion on these matters, it was agreed that the amount budgeted for Assemblymen travel should be used to visit the villages. Three villages could be visited in one day, with several Assemblymen making one trip, and the others a second trip. Mr. Best will contact the villages and arrange for a trip on a Saturday. H. Letter from Dr. Wherritt of Alaska Native Health Service re Funds for Hospital. Letter was read stating that funds could not be made available for the holtal until after it was determined that the hospital was not large enough to serve the needs of the community. Rev. Childs stated that Mr. Wodlinger had been told in Washington that funds could be made available, but evidently he had been misinformed. A4SF.. LY)MLLVINt Octebezl 191 1 57 VI PUBLIC HEARINGS - None VII PLANNING & ZONING ITEMS VIII OLD BUSINESS D. Supplemental School Budget 1) Sale of Down Town School Property 2) ACS Trailer Court Funds 3 I. Letter from Coast Guard re Transfer of Spruce Cape Property to Borough. Letter was read for information only stating that the Coast Guard is willing to transfer the property not used by the LORAN Station to the Borough, but that nothing can be done about it until the native claims have been settled. J. Mr. Jackson re Trailer Court. Mr. Jackson requested that the Assembly's order to close the court by attrition be lifted, since the attrition is keeping him from being able to borrow money for further improvements. He stated that the as -built plans completed by Mr. Barr's office had been submitted to Rolland Jones. He stated that he would like the attrition lifted and a temporary permit issued recognizing 43 trailers, and allowing him to install 7 additional trailers with the Sanitarian's cpproval. A lengthy discussion followed. Mr. Best felt that it would be difficult for the Assembly to evaluate the as -built plans without recommendations frcm the Building Inspector and the Engineer. Mr. Bullock also wished to see the Engineer's recommendations before any action was taken. Mir. Barr felt :hat the requirements being set for the as-builts by Rolland Jones were too strict, and were not actually included in the ordinance, a least as far as the lifting of the attrition was concerned. There was also considerable discussion of the two trailers located on Lots 1, 2 or 3 which have not yet been connected to the main sewer system. Mr. Arndt stated that if these trailers were connected to the main sewer, the four items listed which were the conditions of the attrition would be fulfilled. Mr. Jackson felt th -t this should not be requ red, since these trailers were outside of the lots originally considered by P &Z, Lots 4 -8 and 16. Mr. Jackson said that he would submit plans to P &Z for the portion of the court on lots other than these, if he finds that it is necessary. Finally, Mr. Bullock made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barr, that the as-built plans be given to the Borough Engineer and that his report be demanded and a special meeting be called to take action on Tuesday, October 24, Mr. Bu lock amended his motion to include that all staff personnel involved be in attendance, specifically the Attorney, Building Inspector, Engineer, sand Sanitarian. Mr. Barr concurred. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. A. Recommendation from P &Z re Rezoning Monashka By Subdivision from Conservation to Unclassified (Case 170 -B). The recommendation was read. Mr. Bullock asked what could be done about setting areas aside for schools and playgrounds. It was explained that P &Z is now studying this and they will submit recommendations as soon as possible. Mrs. Springhill made a motion, seconded by Mr. Arndt, that the Attorney be directed to draw up an ordinance to cover this rezoning. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. A. Resolution 67-30 -R Ratifying Election. The resolution was read by title only. Mr. Barr moved, seconded by Mrs. Springhill, that the resolution be adopted. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. B. Resolution 67-29• -R Protestina Extent of Karluk Land Co. Utility Franchise. The resolution was read. Mr. Bullock moved for its adoption. Motion seconded by Mr. Barr. Mr. Barr suggested that the lack of legal description of the franchise in the notice of public hearing be mentioned in the cover letter. Mr. Preston explained that there is no law requiring them to give the description. It was suggested that a copy of the letter be sent to our local Congressmen. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. C. Approval of Tax Adjustments. The lists of adjustments had been supplied to the Assemblymen. Mrs. Springhill moved, seconded by Mr. Barr, that the adjustments be approved. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Mrs. Hajdu explained that the revenues have been received for these items, but that no off - setting expenditures have been ear -- marked for them. It was suggested that the Supplemental Budget be explored with the School Board to determine if there were any other items which should be included. Mr. Barr inquired if the Base children were being brought in to the school in Kodiak without PL 874 funds supporting this. Mrs. Springhill explained that 874 funds were forthcoming. Mr. Bullock moved, seconded by Mr. Barr, that the Attorney be instructed to draw up an ordinance approving the supplemental school budget. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. ASSEMBLY MEETING October 4, 196 4 E. Annexation of Kadiak, Alaska, Subdivision, Units 1 -4, by City. The Catholic Church wishes to have their property annexed into the City in order to obtain City water, and the Borough property between the Catholic Church area and the Elementary School property which has just been annexed would have to be included, so that it would be a contiguous annexation. Mrs. Hajdu inquired if the City has made a study on the cost of supplying the required water lines, since they will not be receiving revenue on the Church or Borough property. Also, they will have to pay the Borough for the Wright and Welborn personal property if they are annexed. Also., almost all of their sales are tax exempt, which means that the City would not be receiving sales tax from them. After further discussion, Mrs. Springhill made a motion, seconded by Mr. Barr, that the Attorney be instructed to draw up a resolution requesting the annexation of this Borough property into the City. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. IX NEW BUSINESS -None X CHAIRMAN'S REPORT - None XI ASSEMBLY COMMENTS A. Mr. Barr re Procedure. Mr. Barr requested that all items come before the Assembly in the form of resolutions or ordinances, rather than the Assembly requesting that they be prepared. It was pointed out that the Assembly had previously agreed to request this preparation, since in many cases the Attorney had spent time preparing resolutions or ordinances which the Assembly wished to be changed. ATTEST: Mrs. Springhill suggested that all staff members connected with items on the agenda be present at meetings. XII ADJOURNMENT - The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 p.m. APPROVED: Douglas Q'. Pron, Clerk G. S. Best, Borough Chairman