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I CALL TO ORDER
II ROLL CALL
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH
ASSEMBLY BEET= - February 15, 1968
The meeting was called to order at 7.35 p.m. by Presiding Officer Jo Hajdu in the
Magistrate's Courtroom, Donnelley Building, Kodiak, Alaska.
Present Absent
Sam nest, Borough chairman Jim Barr (excused)
Mrs. Jo Hajdu, Presiding Officer
Don Arndt
Don Bullock
Mrs. Betty Springhill
Also present: Doug Preston, Clerk/Treasurer: Ralph Valkama, Assessor;
Roy i iadsen, Attorney; Jinn Stansbury, Building Inspector;
Boward Keiser, Sanitarian, Ray Burt, Acting City Manager;
P &Z Cemnission ? Boers Waller, Wallace, Welch and Haney;
Ordinahce Committee Chain Bob :rooks; and approx. 13
people in the audience.
III MINUTES OF PR EVIOUS MEETINGS
A. Regular - 2/1/68. Its. Hajdu stated that under Par. X -F, the minutes should
have stated that the natter of the inspector of the hospital
construction had been tabled until the next meeting, and that a special meeting
would be called on the matter if necessary. There were no other additions or
corrections, and minutes were approved as corrected.
IV CARER MINUtES
A. P &Z - 2/7/68
3. School Board -- 2/12/68.
There were no comments.
V C i TICATIONS - CORRESPONDENCE - PEOPLE TO BE HEARD
A. Elmer Gagnon of FHA re Planning and Zoning. Br. Gagnon stated that the icxeas
he was expressing were not those of FHA, but were his own ideas from his
experience in housing over the years. He feels that present zoning laws are
mhking it too difficult for individuals in small communities, and that although
concepts have changed for laying out streets, etc., the same old zoning systems
are still being used. Our way of life is now such that single family dwellings,
duplexes, and apartment buildings should be allowed to intermingle in one zone.
Camrercial and industrial zones would remain as is. Along with this system
would go stringent ground rules. Proper setbacks would be required, and no
more than 40 percent of each lot could be used for building. Strict require-
'dents for off -street parking would still apply. No variances would be allowed,
except where they are absolutely necessary, but they would not be granted as
easily as they are now. This system would allow all of the buildable land to
be used, and would allow inarrmn use of the land. If the minimum requirement
of square feet required in a lot is eliminated, and the requirement is changed
to building only on 40% of each lot, more lots could be put into a development
and each lot would sell cheaper.
In providing lots at a more reasonable cost, middle income people could then
purchase than more easily. The FHA planners feel that Kodiak will grow 1/3
larger by 1970. If adequate housing is not provided for these people, the
industry will move to other locations where housing is available.
Lir. Gagnon pointed out the advantage of having 4- plexes constructed rather than
large apartment houses, so that in bad years the 4-plex owners would be able
to hold onto their investments, whereas the large apartment buildings would
probably be financial failures.
Mr. Gagnon described the new development in Kenai which has followed this new
concept, and the different types of buildings have fit very well together.
The developer controls which lots may be used for each type of construction,
so that the buildings are compatible. This is the concept that is now being
used in the South 48.
hr. Madsen stated that he agrees with the concept, but that if it were adopted,
stringent height regulations would be required, and high rises should only be
permitted in the downtown area.
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Mr. lIaller commented that the parking requirements would have to be strigent
also, if multiple femily dwellings were allowed in this way. Mr. Gagnon
pointed out that this is so, and that this is also a matter of economics
because if parking is not provided, the apartments will not be rented.
lir. Madsen also pointed out that recently an individual who wished to construct
a 4 -plex was required to construct 2 duplexes instead, because the zone was
R-2, and that a 4 -plex would have been less expensive to construct. If the
zones were changed as proposed, this type of problem would be eliminated.
Also, if everyone is permitted to construct at least a two - family dwelling,
they will have an income from the second unit to help meet their payments.
Concerning the problem of water and sewer, Hr. Gagnon stated that multiple
units would be required to have these utilities. he realized that there is a
great problem in financing the amount of water and sewer facilities required,
and urged that cities join together under the i'iunicipal League to try and
convince the Federal government to lend them money for sewer and water
construction which could be paid back over a 50 year period at a low interest
rate. This low interest rate would help cut down land costs. As it is now,
people are buying lots for a reasonable price and selling them at exhorbitant
rates because it is so expensive to install utilities.
Mr. Gagnon stated that FHA will came into an area under the area's conditions.
If the FHA requirements are more strict, then they oust be used for the
construction criteria. But the local requirements of Kodiak have always been
the most strict, and in this case they will of course be used.
Mr. Gagnon was asked whether FHA will finance outside the City Limits. He
replied that they would in the areas where arrangements for utilities can be
rude so as not to affect public health and welfare. FHA will go into the
villages, but the cost of servicing the mortgages is usually prohibitive to
the mortgagees, and therefore they are not willing to do this.
i`k. Gagnon commented that trailers must be considered, and that requirements
should be set up for them which should then be firmly policed.
Mt. Gagnon stated that FHA planners, engineers and sanitarians are availble
to come and discuss these matters free of charge. Mr. Bullock moved, seconded
by hrs. Springhill, that the Borough Chairman be instructed to invite Mr.
Gagnon to bring his planners to Kodiak to discuss these matters with the
Eorough Assembly, City Council, Planning Committee, Zoning Ccaitnission, and
Ordinance Committee, and all other interested persons. notion carried by
unanimous voice vote. et. Gagnon will be given a suitable date, and he will
then set up a schedule for the meeting.
B. George Cornelius re Economic Development District. hr. Cornelius stated that
he would like to appear on the agenda of the next meeting with a criticism of
the district plan. he is still waiting to receive material which he wishes
to discuss.
VI PtTRr TC HEARINGS
A. Ordinance 68 -2 -0 Approving Supplemental School Budget. The ordinance was read.
i3r. Bullock moved for its adoption, seconded by Mrs. Springhill. The meeting
was recessed and hearing opened. There were no comments and the hearing was
closed and meeting reconvened. iir. Bullock questioned whether the weighted
vote could be used in voting for the ordinance. The attorney's opinion that
the weighted vote could not be used to vote on a budget ordinance was recalled.
Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
VII PLANNING & ZONING IiuZ
A. First Reading of Ordinance 68 -3 -0 Designating Aleutian Hanes, Inc. Subdivision,
Block 8, Lots 1 -6 and 24 -29, and Roslyn_ Beach at Isthmus Cove for Public Use.
The ordinance was read by title only. Mt. Arndt moved, seconded by Mrs.
Springhill, that the ordinance be adopted in the first reading. ir. Bullock
asked if the Assembly is obligated to use the weighted vote in all areas in
which it may be used:. Mt. eAdsen stated that the only time it is necessary
to indicate that the weighted vote is being used is when there is a question
of a motion passing. After further discussion, the City Council representatives
requested that a tally always be made showing the use of the weighted vote in
the matters for which it can be used. Motion carried by unanimous roll call
vote as follows: er. Bullock - 2 votes; Mts. Springhill - 2 votes; Mr. Arndt -
1 vote; fors. hajdu - 1 vote.
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VIII CCD BUSINESS
B. Resolution 68 -•6 -R Approving Vacation of Blocks 4 and 5, Port Lions SnrYaivision,
and Replat into Blocks 4, 5, 6 and 15. The resolution was read. its. Springhill
moved for its adoption, seconded by i'r. Arndt. The vacation plat was reviewed
briefly. L'btion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
A. Relation from P &Z for Classification of Shuyak Island as "Unclassified °'
and Decision on Selection of Timber Sale ARea. flr. Best recommended that we
select the timber sale area and receive the revenue from it. Ile would have
to provide schools and other services even if we did not select it, since it
lies within the Borough boundaries. hr. Best was under the impression that
the area could be selected big a protracted basis without a survey, and he will
check to rake sure this is correct. This would be a selection of approximately
9 square miles, and would probably be less than 6000 acres after the area of
water is subtracted. No more would be selected than would be necessary to
procure the area of the timber sale. hrs. Springhill moved, seconded by Mir.
Arndt, that the timber sale area be selected by the Borough. bjotion carried
by unanimous voice vote.
There was some discussion as to whether the island should be reclassified as
'Unclassified", or whether it be left 'Ccnservation.c 'Conservation. hr. . i krdsen recommended
that the Assembly request that the State classify the island as "Timber."
No formal action was taken.
IX NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion of Parks and Interim Recreation Study Committee. 1r. Best reported
that he had discussed the formation of this committee with it. Burt, hr.
Darnell, and Rev. Childs, and they had agreed that the committee should be
area-wide. The Conaaittee would be a study group until such time as this
power is adopted by the Borough by election, at which time the Ccma<nittee would
serve to govern the park and recreation areas. hr. Bullock moved, seconded by
airs. Springhill, that the Borough Chairman form a Parks and Recreation Study
Committee with the direction toward acquiring the area -wide power, as well as
beginning work on the parks and recreation program in the Borough. During
discussion, it was pointed out that the State had been invited to send a
representative to Kodiak to discuss a park and recreation program for Kodiak.
It was also explained that in order to adopt the power of parks and recreation,
a resolution must be adopted and sent to Local Affairs. They hold a public
hearing on the matter, and if approved by them, the question is put on the
election ballot. Mir. i'iadsen thought the power probably should be adopted, if
approved by the voters, since the Borough is already involved in a recreation
program through the school system. airs. Hajdu suggested that the questions
of pioneer access roads and fire protection should also be put on the ballot.
•notion failed as follows: hrs. Springhill - Yes, sir. bullock - Yes; Mrs. Hajdu
No; sir. Arndt - No. i>ir. Arndt and hrs. Hajdu votes= against the notion since
they wished the ether powers to be included.
Mr. Arndt raved that a resolution be prepared to acquire the area- wide power
of parks and recreation and that concurrently a committee be appointed. r t Lion
seconded by hrs. Springhill. hr. Bullock objected to taking any action on the
adoption of the power before rrore study is made as to the cost, etc. After
further discussion, sir. Arndt withdrew his motion, with airs. Springhill's
concurrence, and it was agreed that this item be placed on the agenda for the
next meeting. hr. Arndt and r:irs. Hajdu requested that the question of fire
protection and pioneer access roads also be included on the agenda.
B. Appointment of Auditor for FY 1967• -r68. Fr. Preston explained that Er. Media
felt that an interim audit would help save money in the long run, and that
he woulu perform this audit while he is in town on other business if the
Assembly so chose. Firs. Springhill moved, seconded by Mr. Bullock, that the
Hedla fire be appointed as Borough auditor for FY 1967 -68. iwiotion carried by
unanimous voice vote.
C. Request froru James Landers for Extension of Time on Payment of Land Contract.
A letter from the State was read outlining r'ir. Landers' request to pay only
the interest and receive a 6-month extension on his annual payment for his
lot. After a brief discussion, Nrs. Springhill roved, seconded by Mr. Arndt,
that the request be granted for an extension of 90 days, subject to review.
Motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
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D. Resolution 63 - -5 -R Setting mount Owed by City for Payment on Personal Property
Taxes. The resolution was read. firs. Iiajdu inquired why the Borough was just
now collecting these taxes from the City for 1967. f1r. Valkama explained that
the City could make better use..gf these funds than the Borough, and so
the delay was beneficial to therm; and also that the City is just now collecting
its 1967 sales tax, out of which this payment is made. Further, the Borough
supplemental personal property roll has just been completed for 1967, 'its.
Springhill moved, seconded by fair. Arndt, that the resolution be adopted. i'r.
Burt and fir. Bullock wisheu to review the tax returns before any action was
taken. fir. Valkama commented that if further reviews were made, it would
probably turn out that the City would owe more money because in 1967 there
were no teeth in the law requiring that people living inside the City file
for their personal property. lotion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
E. Approval of Tax Adjustments Nos. R -67 -38 and R-67-39. Both of these lots
were taken by ASHA in 1966 and should have been in ASHA's name for 1967
instead of John Thevik's. ass. Springhill moved, seconded by f ^r. Bullock,
that adjustments No. R -67 -38 and R-67-39 be approved. Lotion carried by
unanimous roll call vote.
F. Approval of November 15, 1968, as Delinquent Date for Second Half Payment of
1968 Taxes. It was explained that the ordinance sets November 1 as the
delinquent date, but that enough tax bill forms are left from 1967 to use for
1968 if November 15 is again used as the delinquent date for second half
payments of taxes. fairs. Springhill mowe seconded by f r . Arndt, that
November 15, 1968, be approved as the delinquent date for second half payment
of 1968 taxes. lotion carried by unanimous voice vote.
G. Conveyance of Cemetery in USS 3511 to City. f:jr. Best stated that the cemetery
is presently being arranged haphazardly, and suggested that it be conveyed to
the City since they have the necessary staff to properly carry out proper
arrangements. After discussion r rs . Springhill moved, seconded by :s . Arndt,
that the cemetery in USS 3511 be conveyed to the City for $1.00 with the
provisions that it be properly laid out for roads and access and in accordance
with the Subdivision Oriiinance, insofar as practicable for a cemetery. Potion
carried by unanimous roll call vote.
H. Dewitt Fielus re Anton Larsen Road. flt. Fields stated that he had been asked
by Okey Chandler on behalf of the people of Anton Larsen Day and Port Lions
to fleet with the Assembly mbly concerning the restoration of this roan, which is
covered now at high tide for one mile. He stated that a petition concerning
the road had been submitted to trie Governor, and that the reply stated that
$500,000 would be required to reroute the road. However, local contractors
felt that the road could be sufficiently raised for only $25,000 to $30,000.
i1rs. Hajau suggested that the State be requested to use maintenance funds for
this purpose, that they be informed: that cost estimates for the job were less
than $100,000, anu that the roar:: is needed by the families in the area and by
the people from Port Lions and Ouzinkie who use it, after coming in by boat
as a means of getting to Kodiak. terse Springhill moved, seconded by
bullock, that a resolution be drawn up by the attorney incorporating the
ideas which were suggested in this discussion to take care of the problem of
the Anton Larsen Bay Road. It was suggested that copies of the resolution be
sent to the Governor and ediak's Representative and Senator. Lotion carried
by unanimous roll call vote.
X CHAIR-AN' S REPORT
A. Legislation of Interest. hr. Best pointed out the following legislation of
special interest
rJB 375
u3 376
ti3 422 for school construction grants.
hB 483 --- appropriation bill for rid 432.
SE 175--providing for State to pay for defaults of local
school bonus. This would help to give Alaska a better bond rating and may
lower interest rates.
SE 298-3% education wage tax.
B. Building Inspector's Vehicle. :::r, Hest suggested that since the City furnishes
gas for the vehicle, the Borough furnish necessary repairs. The Assembly
concurred.
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C. Tryck, Nyman and Hayes Contract. Lt. nest discussed the termination clause
with Per. Nyman in Anchorage and he agreed with the clause preferred by our
attorney.
Fir. Best also visited ASHA and told them they would receive a cony of the
signed contract which will make us eligible for the $10,000 grant for 1967.
It was previously agreed with the City that they would share the cost of the
Comprehensive Plan with the Borough. An amount must be agreed on with the City.
Hrs. Hajdu felt that this is strictly a Borough function. ;'r. Best stated
that the Plan will benefit the City by making them eligible for more Federal
financing.
D. Kupreanof Strait Lots. The State has suggested that we leave a beach lot for
access and sell only the other beach lots at present. If more interest is
generated, the lots can then be re-surveyed at that time. ?Cr. Arndt moved,
seconded by Mrs. Springhill, that the Chairman instruct the State Division of
Lands to go ahead with the sale of the beach lots, but reserving one for access.
,;otion carried by unanimous voice vote.
E. Bells Flats. The State is preparing a preliminary plat of residential lots --
approximately 100 - -- near Lake Orbin. It can then be decided later if a larger
area is desired. Hr. Arnett spoke in favor of planning for snore than 100 lots.
F:rs. Hajdu questioned whether P &Z was going to work on overall zoning of the
area. "ir. Best stated that interest had been shown in business lots alone
the road.
XI ASSEMBLY oa'1 ANTS
A. Jers. Springhill re FIB 376. Firs. Springhill urged that the Assembly back this
bill which puts a severance tax on oil and makes money available to local
unities for education purposes. Mrs. Springhill moved, seconded by et.
Bullock, that the Chairman send a telegram to the two Kodiak representatives
in the legislature expressing the endorsement of the Assembly of HB 376.
Mr. Arndt felt that too many taxes are being levied against the oil industry.
The others felt that the oil industry can well afford it because of their
tax break from the Federal government. Motion carried by roll call vote as
follows: Mrs. . riajdu - Yes; FIr. Bullock - Yes Hrs. Springhill - Yes: Pr.
Arndt - No,
B. Architect for School Construction. The assembly felt that the fee being
charged by the architect for preliminary work on the new school construction
is too high, and that possibly another architect should be considered. The
Assembly requested that Hr. Best contact the School Board about this. The
question was raised as to where the proposed $2500 fee is coming from, since
it is not in the budget. Tir. Arndt suggested that prefabricated school
buildings would be best for use in the villages. Hr. Hest stated that he had
sent brochuBes on these buildings to the School Board.
C. Gravel Sites. The delay in negotiating contracts for the requested gravel
sales in Bells Flats was questioned. fr. Best reported that he has requested
Mr. Barr and the City Engineer to list their suggestions for the contracts
and these will be available soon. Another problem is that the Borough must
draw this area out of its managenent agreement with the State so as not to
jeopardize the agreement.
Mr. Cornelius, from the audience, requested that it be entered in the record
that the Kodiak Land Co. has had a borrow site since 1954 ads; that gravel is
available there. He feels that the other areas now under consideration for
borrow sites should be used as a residential area.
D. Mrs. Springhill re P.L. 874 and 815 Funds. Fors. Springhill stated that these
funds had been cut by 20% which could cause a serious shortage of funds for
the schools. The Governor has sent the State Commissioner of Education to
Washington to contest this reduction of funds.
E. Mr. Arndt re Hospital Inspector. Pr. Arndt asked what had been done concerning
this matter. Fir. Best stated that it would be discussed in Executive Session.
F. Frs. Hajdu re Reed Oswalt's Request for Sawmill Site. Mr. Oswalt needs a
larger site than 5 acres. He will submit a letter on his request, together
with an approval letter from FAA for the site he originally requested.
G. iirs. hajdu re Borough iianer. era Mies. Hajau suggested that a discussion of the
Borough Tanager plan also be placed on the next agenda.
XII ADJOURNF 1- The meeting adjourned at 11 55 p.m.
Al EST . C e i; ) (7,'ci / " APPROVED:
ston, Clerk S. Best, Borough Chairman