Resolution 16-064 Authorize Application for Tier 1 Rasmuson Foundation Grant for Boat House Pavilion

CITY OF HOMER

HOMER, ALASKA

ZAK

RESOLUTION 16-064

A  RESOLUTION  OF  THE  CITY  COUNCIL  OF  HOMER,  ALASKA, AUTHORIZING  THE  CITY  MANAGER  TO  APPLY  FOR  A  TIER  1

RASMUSON FOUNDATION GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FOR THE BOAT HOUSE PAVILION.

WHEREAS,  The  City  of  Homer’s  2011  Homer  Spit  Comprehensive  Plan  prioritizes establishing an accessible, centrally located, landmark plaza and drop-off zone; and

WHEREAS, The Boat House Project, a grassroots effort spearheaded by community volunteers, proposes to provide such a space in a heavily-trafficked area of the Homer Spit where the old Homer Harbormaster’s Office once stood; and

WHEREAS, The Boat House Project has publicly engaged community members, Homer City Council, the Homer Port & Harbor Commission, the Homer Planning Commission, and numerous civic groups in the area to solicit feedback and develop design options utilizing pro-bono architectural services provided by ECI; and

WHEREAS, The City of Homer endorsed the project by adopting Resolution 16-043 which amended the City of Homer Land Allocation Plan to expand the designated uses of Homer Spit Subdivision Amended Lot 28 to include the Boat House Pavilion; and

WHEREAS, The City of Homer, as owner of Lot 28 has agreed to own, operate and maintain the Boat House Pavilion upon approval of all aspects of the project from design and planning to permitting, site development and construction; and

WHEREAS, The Boat House Project volunteers have raised over $125,000 in private donations toward its goal of $210,000, with broad-based support from over 150 individuals and businesses; and

WHEREAS, The Rasumson Foundation’ s Tier 1 Grant Program makes funds available to units of government for capital projects which provide broad community impact; and

WHEREAS, The Boat House Pavilion will provide a broad range of aesthetic, recreation and economic benefits such as:

·    The maritime-themed public space highlighting Homer’s working harbor and rich maritime traditions will contribute to the shape and welcoming feel of the Spit for locals and visitors alike;

·     Alleviating congestion and improving pedestrian safety  in one of the busiest areas  of  the  Spit  where  heavy  sightseeing  foot  traffic  mixes  tourists,  boat owners, and a variety of carts and vehicles for staging and shuttling;

·    Improving social/educational engagement by providing an informal venue for public events, including musical and arts performances, public lectures and educational programs for all ages;

·    Allowing visitors to get out of the weather, take respite and extend their time supporting local businesses; and

WHEREAS, The Boat House Project has garnered donation pledges from 100% of City Council Members during their private donation campaign, thereby satisfying an additional Rasmuson Foundation eligibility requirement; and

WHEREAS, The City of Homer understands the City will be ineligible to apply for a Rasmuson Tier 1 grant for a parks and recreation project until this grant is closed out and fully executed;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Homer, Alaska, authorizes the City Manager to apply for a Rasmuson Foundation Tier 1 Grant in the amount of $25,000 to help construct the Boat House Pavilion and authorizes the City Manager to submit the appropriate documents.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Homer City Council this 13th day of June, 2016.

                                                                                                                            CITY OF HOMER

                                                                                                                             MARY E. WYTHE, MAYOR

             ATTEST:                                                                       

             JO JOHNSON, MMC, CITY CLERK

             Fiscal Note: N/A