Session 01-08, a Regular Meeting of the Homer City Council was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Cushing at the Homer City Hall Council Chambers located at 491 E. Pioneer Avenue, Homer, Alaska, and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Council's Committee of the Whole met from 4:09 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Agenda Items were the Regular Council Agenda.
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: CUE, FENSKE, KRANICH, LADD, MARQUARDT, YOURKOWSKI.
STAFF: CITY MANAGER DRATHMAN
CITY CLERK CALHOUN
CITY PLANNER MILLER
LIBRARY DIRECTOR HILL
POLICE SARGENT BUCHANAN
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR MEYER
AGENDA APPROVAL
(Addition of items to or removing items from the agenda will be by unanimous consent of the Council. HCC 1.24.040.)
The agenda was approved by consensus of the City Council with Substitute Resolution 01-25(S), a Letter from KPB Assemblywoman Martin regarding Memorandum 01-28 and the addition of Resolution 01-27 to Resolutions as Item C.
PUBLIC COMMENTS UPON MATTERS ALREADY ON THE AGENDA
There were no public comments.
RECONSIDERATION
CONSENT AGENDA
(Items listed below will be enacted by one motion. If separate discussion is desired on an item, that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Meeting Agenda at the request of a Councilmember.)
A. Homer City Council regular meeting unapproved minutes of April 9, 2001. Recommend approval.
B. Memorandum 01-29, From Mayor, Re: Appointment of Parking Task Force Members. Recommend confirmation.
CUE/MARQUARDT - MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CONSENT AGENDA.
VOTE: YES: FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE.
Motion carried.
VISITORS
City Manager Drathman introduced the new Library Director, Helen Hill, and lauded her experience and expertise.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/ PRESENTATIONS/ BOROUGH REPORT/ COMMISSION REPORTS
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
A. Ordinance 01-13(S), Of the City Council of Homer, Alaska Amending Homer City Code 3.16.080, Local Bidder Preference, Establishing a Preference for Award of Contracts to Local Bidders. Local Bidder Preference. Yourkowski. (First Reading 04/09/01, Public Hearing 04/23/01, Second Reading 04/23/01.
There was no public testimony.
B. Ordinance 01-16, Of the City Council Amending Homer City Code Chapter 14.08 to State the Authority of the City Council to Limit or Terminate the Sale of Water for Export or Consumption Outside the City's Certificated Water Service Area. Mayor. Kranich. Yourkowski. (First Reading 04/09/01, Public Hearing 04/23/01, Second Reading 05/14/01.)
There was no public testimony.
C. Ordinance 01-17, Of the City Council of the City of Homer, Alaska Amending Homer City Code Chapter 3.16 Procurement. Finance. City Clerk. (First Reading 04/09/01, Public Hearing 04/23/01, Second Reading 04/23/01.
There was no public testimony.
ORDINANCE(S)
A. Ordinance 01-13(S), Of the City Council of Homer, Alaska Amending Homer City Code 3.16.080, Local Bidder Preference, Establishing a Preference for Award of Contracts to Local Bidders. Local Bidder Preference. Yourkowski. (First Reading 04/09/01, Public Hearing 04/23/01, Second Reading 04/23/01.)
YOURKOWSKI/CUE - MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 01-13(S) BY READING OF TITLE.
Council discussion included the following:
City Manager Drathman reported the receipt of a fax this afternoon from a Kenai based contractor, who had sent a copy of the 17AAC, Transportation of Public Facilities, Chapter 55, Local Control of State Public Works Projects. The City Manager read 17AAC 55.030: Construction of public works projects under agreement by the municipality must be performed under bid contract in accordance with AS 35.15.010, however, the estimated cost of the construction project is less than $100,000 or it appears to be in the best in interest of the state the municipality may with prior approval of the commissioner construction a public works project itself using its own employees. He stated that there are a couple of sections following: c. about providing for administrative review of complaints filed by aggrieved bidders and d. about the award of a contract for the construction of a public works project that it must be to the lower responsible bidder without regard to municipal ordinances granting a preference to local bidders. He advised Council that he did discuss this sort of thing with the City Attorney about a month and a half ago when "this" was being drafted, and that if he were present, the City Attorney would say that "this" applies to state contracts and state public works projects. He pointed out, as Councilmember Ladd has indicated in his research, that there are preferential ordinances all around the state.
Councilmembers Ladd and Kranich voiced their opinions the language of Ordinance 01-13(S) is too narrow and should be broadened from City of Homer businesses to Kenai Peninsula Borough businesses. They both indicated their desire for Homer to appear borough friendly.
LADD/KRANICH - MOVED TO AMEND TO CHANGE PAGE 37 LINE 29 TO FROM THE CITY OF HOMER TO KENAI PENINSULA BOROUGH.
(a. It is the policy of the City of Homer to give preference to City of Homer Kenai Peninsula Borough residents, workers, businesses, contractors, producers and dealers to the extent consistent with law. )
Council discussed the pro and con of City of Homer bidder preference versus Kenai Peninsula Bidder preference.
VOTE:(primary amendment 1.) YES: KRANICH, LADD.
NO: CUE, FENSKE, YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT.
Motion failed.
Council discussed possible business incentives other than bidder preference, such as tax incentives or something on water rates that would benefit all of the City businesses.
FENSKE/CUE - MOVED TO AMEND SECTION TWO LINE 69 TO READ: THIS ORDINANCE IS OF A PERMANENT AND GENERAL CHARACTER AND SHALL BE INCLUDED IN THE CITY CODE(ADD), AND SHALL BE SUBJECT TO COUNCIL REVIEW IN TWENTY FOUR MONTHS, REQUIRING A POSITIVE VOTE OF THE COUNCIL TO BE CONTINUED.
(Section 2. This ordinance is of a permanent and general character and shall be included in the City Code, and shall be subject to Council review in twenty four months, requiring a positive vote of the Council to be continued.)
Council discussed the need to review the local bidder preference in two years and evaluate the process.
VOTE:(primary amendment 2.) YES: MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE, FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI.
Motion carried.
Council continued discussion of business incentives and tax incentives.
Councilmember Ladd emphasized the need for a requirement that the business's local office be staffed.
LADD/KRANICH - MOVED TO AMEND PAGE 38 LINE 56 (C)(3) TO ADD THE WORDS 'AND STAFFED' AFTER HAS MAINTAINED.
(Section 1. (c)(3) Has maintained and staffed a place of business within the boundaries of the City of Homer for a period of at least six (6) months immediately preceding the date of the bid and intends to permanently maintain such place of business in the future; and)
The Council and the City Manager expressed various concerns and variations of what staffing may mean. The main point and desire is that the business legitimately met the criteria of a local business. Discussion included the definition of local bidder in the ordinance and whether or not the proposed amendment is already addressed.
Section from the Ordinance: c. "Local bidder," for purposes of this section, means a person or firm who:
1. Holds a current Alaska Business License to provide such goods or services, and such other Alaska regulatory licenses as are required to provide such goods or services; and
2. Submits a bid for goods or services under the name appearing on the person's or firm's current Alaska Business License; and
3. Has maintained and staffed a place of business within the boundaries of the City of Homer for a period of at least six (6) months immediately preceding the date of the bid and intends to permanently maintain such place of business in the future; and
4. Is registered in the Kenai Peninsula Borough to collect sales tax and locally provides the products and services sought; and
5. Is not delinquent in the payment of any taxes, charges, or assessments owing to the City of Homer on account of that business.
d. The City Manager may require such documentation or verification by the person or firm claiming to be a local bidder as is deemed necessary to establish the requirements of this section.
VOTE:(primary amendment 3.) YES: YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE, FENSKE, LADD.
Motion carried.
VOTE:(main amended motion) YES: MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE, FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI.
Motion carried.
Mayor Cushing called for a recess at 8:36 p.m., reconvening the meeting at 8:42 p.m.
B. Ordinance 01-17, Of the City Council of the City of Homer, Alaska Amending Homer City Code Chapter 3.16 Procurement. Finance. City Clerk. (First Reading 04/09/01, Public Hearing 04/23/01, Second Reading 04/23/01.)
KRANICH/FENSKE - MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 01-17 BY READING OF TITLE ONLY FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING.
It was noted that this is a housekeeping ordinance.
VOTE: YES: LADD, YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE, FENSKE.
Motion carried.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
A. City Manager's Report (Ice/Crane time.)
B. Bid Report from City Clerk (Jack Gist Park Drainage Improvements - bid opening Thursday, April 26th at 2 p.m. and the Small Boat Harbor Repairs and Renovations - bid opening Friday, April 27th at 2 p.m. Nothing new to report.)
C. Game Permit Filings (nothing new to report)
COMMITTEE REPORT
A. Beach Policy Task Force, April 5, 2001 synopsis.
Councilmember Yourkowski advised that one of the Task Force members will write a narrative with a detailed explanation of the rationale concerning their recommendation(s), which will be discussed at the meeting Thursday, April 26th. The recommendation may be forwarded to the Commissions for review prior to presentation to the Council.
B. Road Standards Committee, April 4, 2001 synopsis.
Councilmember Marquardt noted that he had already reported to the Council regarding the April 4th meeting and asked if there were any questions. He encouraged the Council to adopt Resolution 01-27 to award the Transportation study.
PENDING BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
A. Memorandum 01-28 From City Manager, Re: Legislative Redistricting-Lake & Peninsula Borough Request.
No recommendation
MARQUARDT/CUE - MOVED TO DISCUSS THE INFORMATION IN MEMORANDUM 01-028.
VOTE: YES: FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE.
Motion carried.
The proposed redistricting is to include Homer and/or a combination of the small villages in the lower Kenai Peninsula in House District 40. Homer is currently in House District 7. Lake and Peninsula Borough Resolution 01-10 was discussed, page 62 of Council's packet. Pros and cons were mentioned and no action was taken. One of the pro arguments is that the Alaska Marine Highway System links Homer and Seldovia, with Kodiak, Chignik, Sand Point, King Cove and Unalaska and that the economies of Homer are similar to the Lake and Peninsula Borough. There was concern that this redistricting could create some alienation with the Kenai Peninsula Borough. Council stated that their primary concern is to ensure the best representation for the City of Homer. There was a general mention that Homer, at this time, is not interested in being redistricted into a different Senate District.
RESOLUTIONS
A. Resolution 01-25(S), A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Homer, Alaska, To Establish a Steep Slope Task Force for the Purpose of Developing a Proposed Ordinance Codifying Standards for the Development of Environmentally Sensitive Steep Slope Areas. Ladd.
Steep Slope Information Sheet to Accompany Resolution 01-25. Ladd.
LADD/KRANICH - MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 01-25(S) BY READING OF THE TITLE.
The Council discussed this issue in depth. The following are some of the concerns mentioned with regard to developing steep slope areas:
Councilmember Ladd commented on the Task Force and that the Planning Department is the appropriate entity to oversee this Task Force. He read the assignment for the task force.
1. A Steep Slope Task Force is established for the purpose of defining guidelines addressing steep slope development and to submit a proposed ordinance for consideration that includes standards for the development of environmentally sensitive steep slope areas.
2. The Steep Slope Task Force should consider, but not be limited to addressing the following conditions in a proposed steep slope ordinance:
A. Defining the meaning of steep slope in Homer,
B. Identifying how a steep slope in Homer is to be delineated,
C. Determine how a steep slope in Homer might be protected through buffered land,
D. Identify how and if steep slope terrain may be exempt from sensitive area requirements,
E. Determine if development activity in steep slope hazard areas may be permitted under certain conditions,
F. Identify conditions providing for or preventing vegetation removal or introduction,
G. Establish conditions for the construction of public and private utilities in steep slope areas,
H. Include a vegetation and soils management plan for view creation and maintenance and construction on steep slopes,
I. Define conditions for existing structure modification,
J. Include a process in which development proposals for sensitive area tracts to include subdivisions, lot line adjustments, variance requests, conditional use permits and reasonable use requests, which contain steep slope areas, will be required to set aside the sensitive area in a separate preservation tract. This tract will be recorded on all documents of title or record for all affected lots.
K. It is understood that this list of considerations for steep slope development is not comprehensive and the development process will require further research and study by Task Force membership with opportunity for public input.
Councilmember Ladd stated that he sees a lot of interaction/relationship between steep slope, buffers, conditions, erosion control, landscaping, site and development permits, and slope and drainage requirements. He noted that a certain degree of development flexibility is necessary to protect the environment of slope areas as well as to encourage innovative design solutions if practical.
The following definitions are attached to the Resolution:
A. Definition: Inclines 40% or more and has vertical rise of 10 feet or more. The "top" and "toe" of a slope is defined as the point where the inclination changes from more than 40% to less than 40% at the top and bottom of a slope, respectively.
B. Delineated: Ground rises 10 feet or more along 25 feet of horizontal distance. (40% slope has 4 units of vertical rise for 10 units of horizontal distance.)
C. Protection of Steep Slope: "Buffer" land protects from human activities, i.e., clearing, grading, etc. (Usual buffer area is 50 feet from top, toe, and sides.)
D. Exemption (Example): Steep slopes of 20 feet or less if soils certified OK from qualified geologist or geotechnical engineer.
E. Permitted Alterations: May include vegetation removal or introduction, utility placement, view creation and existing structure modification.
F. Vegetation Removal or Introduction: If a steep slope has been disturbed by human activity or invested by noxious plants, planting of native species or other appropriate vegetation may be allowed upon conditions.
G. Utilities: Permitted if a special study by a qualified geologist or qualified geotechnical engineer shows that there is no risk to the sensitive area.
H. View Creation and Maintenance on Steep Slopes: Limited trimming and pruning permitted if completed in accordance with approved vegetation management plan and soils not disturbed.
I. Existing Structure Modification: An existing structure modification may be reconstructed, remodeled or replaced if the modification does not increase the presently existing footprint of the residence lying with the buffer or setback more than 10% over that which was existing previously, not to exceed 250 square feet. No portion of the modification may be located closer to the sensitive area or intrude further into the buffer.
The intent is for the Task Force to return a proposal in the form of a draft ordinance that includes standards for the development of environmentally sensitive steep slope areas no later than the Fall of 2001.
Mayor Cushing pointed out that, as an amendment to the Zoning Code, this will need to go through the Planning Commission public hearing process.
There was consensus to include review of site development plans for the steep slope development. This is to parallel the effort of the Planning Department/Planning Commission regarding the overall review of the site development plan matter.
VOTE: YES: CUE, FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT, KRANICH.
Motion carried.
B. Resolution 01-26, In Support of the Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association's Plan for Assistance to the Cook Inlet Fishing Community Through Fisheries Enhancement and Rehabilitation. Yourkowski.
YOURKOWSKI/MARQUARDT - MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 01-26 BY READING OF TITLE.
Councilmember Yourkowski voiced appreciation for the work of the CIAA and that this is a great opportunity to show support for an organization that is very busy working to increase the amount of fish for the fisheries. He noted that since the fishing disaster declaration of last year the CIAA is able to get short term assistance low interest loans and is asking for support.
Councilmember Kranich also lauded the efforts of CIAA and urged the Council to adopt Resolution 01-26.
VOTE: YES: KRANICH, CUE, FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI, MARQUARDT.
Motion carried.
(Agenda addition.) C. Resolution 01-27, Of the City Council of Homer, Alaska Awarding the Homer Transportation Plan to Mike Taurianen, P.E., Consulting Engineers Inc. of Soldotna, Alaska in the Amount of $75,000.00 and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Appropriate Documents. City Manager. Public Works
Memorandum from Public Works as backup.
Fiscal Note: Ordinance 01-10 - appropriated the ADOT grant of $68,227.50 and the City's Match of $6,772.50, total $75,000.00.
MARQUARDT/CUE - MOVED FOR THE ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 01-27 BY READING OF TITLE.
Councilmember and Road Standards Committee Chair Marquardt expressed enthusiasm for awarding the Transportation Plan/study and that this is a great opportunity to update the City's plan. He noted the scope of work wherein it states that this plan is for the Homer area. He stated that this plan will include the City streets and roads, some of the outlying area and how it all interconnects and the impacts thereof.
Councilmember Yourkowski stated that this is a golden opportunity in that it includes pedestrian plans, bike trails and will be an overall comprehensive transportation plan. He voiced his hope that administration has the staff time to devote to making sure that there is a good end product.
Mayor Cushing pointed out that there will be public meetings to solicit input from area residents, organizations and businesses. He queried the Public Works Director about if the engineer could get a heads up from the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Trails Committee and on some of the trails issues before coming to Homer. He encouraged forwarding this information, which would be more beneficial than receiving it all at a public hearing, since there is about twenty years worth of information.
Councilmember Kranich emphasized that two public meetings are scheduled, one for May and one for July, that will provide for a fair amount of input.
Councilmember Marquardt commented that the Master Roads and Streets Plan and the Traffic Study both contain valuable information. He noted that, although some information is outdated, the recommendations made and some of the follow through is encouraging and should be useful to the contractor. He stated that he has found it interesting to read back twenty years ago and see how accurate some of the projections were. He voiced his hope that the contractor does a thorough review of the existing documents.
Mayor Cushing suggested that the first public meeting be used for the contractor to tell us what they think about the last twenty years, including the documents that Councilmember Marquardt has mentioned as well as the Borough Trails Commission information.
VOTE: YES: MARQUARDT, KRANICH, CUE, FENSKE, LADD, YOURKOWSKI.
Motion carried.
COMMENTS OF THE AUDIENCE
Michael Dirks, full time student at UAA Kachemak Bay Campus, thanked the Council for standing up for the UAA campus, which there has been a lot of trouble, historically, getting funding from UAA for this campus and to establish a campus here. He referred to a letter in the Homer News two weeks ago that was kind of pointed toward UAA to work toward establishing a campus here. He encouraged the Council to use positive language when working with UAA, emphasizing the amount of benefit the community derives from the Campus. He relayed that he has been able to take full time courses for four straight years, here in town, with only a handful of classes Distance Ed, and plans to graduate within another semester with a four year degree. He noted that most people do not realize that the opportunity exists in Homer to get a four year degree. He reported that the campus provides a lot of associate degrees, particularly continuing nurses aides programs almost every semester. This nurses aide training is good with the, Council noted, growing aged population and retirees in Homer. He advised of other classes available at the campus that benefit the local area:
EMT, ETT, Wilderness First Aid classes.
Computer classes.
High School classes for $20 tuition, subsidized by the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
Mr. Dirks advised that there are a great deal of part time students on the campus and opportunities for Homer High graduating seniors to stay in town and take care of some of their early requirements for UAA and perhaps stay in the state. He encouraged the Council to provide as much support for the campus as possible. He emphasized that the local campus is run on a very thin shoe string budget and has a lot of trouble coming up with a lot of the programs, however, the campus still provides an amazing amount of programs. He encouraged the Council to help the west campus to remain at the Old Intermediate School having established a, pretty much, state of the art laboratory at that location, which cost a lot of money. He noted that the doors the college has put in the Old Intermediate School cost about $14,000, therefore, moving the campus is going to be very expensive. He commented knowing that the letter was intended to encourage the UAA to help establish a permanent campus, yet he wondered if the quote of $8 million in the letter to do that will happen very soon. Mr. Dirks advised that Carol Swartz asked for a quote on rents that the City would want. He thanked the Council for supporting the campus and encouraged the Council to keep batting for the local campus at UAA, adding that the president of the college is very fond of this campus. He stated that the president will be here in May for graduation and this will provide an opportunity to meet him. He voiced his belief that if UAA sees how much community support there is for this campus they might be more willing to "do this sort of thing".
COMMENTS OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Tans was not present
COMMENTS OF THE CITY CLERK
City Clerk Calhoun thanked the Council for their patience with the lap top computer crashing and apologized for using the noisier key board.
COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER
City Manager Drathman voiced his gratefulness for Helen Hill being here and that the library is, once again, fully staffed.
COMMENTS OF THE MAYOR
Mayor Cushing proclaimed the week of April 29 through May 5, 2001 as Municipal Clerk's Week and read the proclamation into the record. He thanked City Clerk Calhoun and Deputy Clerk Benson for their remarkable work and neutrality in providing information. Regarding the comments of Councilmembers Ladd and Kranich, Mayor Cushing encouraged them to continue to work on and bring forward their ideas for helping the local businesses and that this Council is on board with them. He commented on the letter he received today, which he will copy to the Council, from UAA in response to the City letter. He advised that UAA has divvied up what has been asked of them into two different people; one to negotiate the lease with the City Manager and another, their Assistant Chancellor, to address the how tos of getting the four year campus.
City Manager Drathman interjected that he copied the Council with the UAA letter and the response letter.
Mayor Cushing reported that he and Finance Director Baugh met with Congressman Young on behalf of the City and the Council last Wednesday. He relayed that Congressman Young elucidated the opportunities he might have to benefit the area as Chair of Transportation. The Mayor advised the Council that they also reviewed some of the Homer projects on the CIP list and that the Congressman had expressed his opinion that there was a good opportunity for getting the appropriation for the firing range. Mayor Cushing further reported that the dock upgrade and harbor issues were discussed as well as the seriousness of the erosion issues affecting Homer as a coastal town.
COMMENTS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Kranich echoed the City Manager's welcome to Helen Hill, new Library Director. He voiced his pleasure in seeing the City Planner, Ken Miller here as well and voiced his hope that the City Planner has retained his enthusiasm. Mr. Kranich stated that it is good to see them here, that he is sure they will be good employees for the City and will be working diligently for the City.
Councilmember Fenske voiced a desire for a overview from the Finance Director regarding the City's financial status at the year's quarter. He asked the Council for consideration, between now and the next meeting at which time he may forward a resolution, regarding organizing a retreat for the Council with, probably, the Mayor and no staff. The retreat will afford an opportunity for the Council to conceptualize thoughts about planning for the community. He noted that, this evening, nearly every issue discussed had planning ramifications or was about planning; steep slope, drainage, water and sewer, utilities, roads, access, site development and geology. He emphasized that when considering the issues that the Council is going to be dealing with over the next several years it is good to start laying the foundation for some conceptualization of tools and needs that can be identified to help belay the planning problems that the Council is going to have in the future. He stated that there is talk about community growth, which will happen whether planned for or not; however, the more planning that Council can put into it the less apt they will be to make some serious mistakes. Mr. Fenske, as a UAA alumni, voiced his desire to see a four year campus and his support of whatever the City can do to assist UAA in meeting the educational needs of this community. He noted that there is a full time student equivalent of six hundred and sometimes this goes up to eight hundred.
Councilmember Ladd indicated his desire to meet with the Library Director regarding summer reading programs. He announced the Kachemak Bay Shellfish Growers Cooperative meeting on Wednesday, April 25th from 7 - 9 p.m. at the New Kachemak Bay Research Reserve on Kachemak Drive. He reported that the purpose of this meeting is to inform people regarding mariculture in the bay, some of the present problems and what a healthy mariculture industry can do locally. He thanked the Council for their support of the steep slope resolution. He announced that Secretaries' Day is Wednesday and that the City Manager has said that all secretaries working for the City could have a day off.
City Manager Drathman said they all get two days off.
Councilmember Ladd emphasized the importance of secretaries and thanked them for their work. He advised that he has two secretaries and could not work without them. He noted the work of the secretaries at the City central office. He voiced agreement with Councilmember Fenske that all of the issues Council has been discussing are intertwined and can't be discussed alone.
Mayor Cushing commented that Congressman Young was very encouraged with the Pile Bay Road Project and that he had challenged the Congressman to come up with funding for the two bridges that, as far as he knows, the state is not funding.
Councilmember Kranich reiterated Mayor Cushing's acknowledgment of the professional manner in which the City Clerk and the rest of her staff present information to the Council, in a very neutral and unbiased manner. He noted that the Clerk will get all the information to anyone regardless of which side that person represents. He emphasized that this type of assistance to the Council is very essential.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council the meeting was adjourned at 10:03 p.m. the next Regular Meeting is scheduled for May 14, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. The Committee of the Whole is scheduled for May 14th at 4 p.m. A Special Meeting to award the Small Boat Harbor Repairs and Renovation Contract is scheduled for April 30, 2001 at 7:30 p.m. All of these meetings will be held in the Homer City Hall Council Chambers, located at 491 E. Pioneer Avenue, Homer, Alaska.
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MARY L. CALHOUN, CMC, CITY CLERK
APPROVED: ________________________