PORT AND HARBOR ADVISORY COMMISSION       UNAPPROVED                                                                                               

REGULAR MEETING                                

JANUARY 28, 2009

 

Session 09-01 A Regular Meeting of the Port and Harbor Advisory Commission was called to order at 6:00 pm on January 28, 2009 by Chair Otto Kilcher at the City Hall Cowles Council Chambers located at 491 E. Pioneer Avenue, Homer, Alaska.

 

PRESENT:                     COMMISSIONERS ULMER, KILCHER, VELSKO, CARROLL, HOGAN AND WEDIN

 

ABSENT:                       COMMISSIONERS HARTLEY, MARTIN (EXCUSED)

 

STAFF:                          PORT & HARBOR DIRECTOR HAWKINS

                                    ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR MOORE

                                    DEPUTY CITY CLERK KRAUSE

 

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

 

 HOGAN/ULMER - MOVED TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED.

 

There was no discussion.

 

The agenda was approved by consensus of the Commission.

 

PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING ITEMS ON THE AGENDA (3 Minute Time Limit)

 

Chair Kilcher advised Mr. McCune, his rights to address the Commission now or later in the meeting.

 

Mr. McCune, owner of the Fish Factory gave a brief summary on his request seeking recommendation from the Port and Harbor Advisory Commission to the Lease Committee to approve a replat of the property he leases on the Spit and the partial lot he rents yearly from the City for additional storage.

Chair Kilcher queried if anyone was interested in suspending the rules to address this agenda item now.

 

There was no motion to suspend the rules.

 

Chair Kilcher inquired if anyone requested a break at this time. There were no requests.

 

RECONSIDERATION

 

None.

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES          

           

A.                  Regular Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2008    

 

Chair Kilcher requested a motion to approve the minutes.

 

ULMER/VELSKO – MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES AS PRESENTED.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

                                                             

VISITORS        

 

None.

 

STAFF & COUNCIL REPORT/COMMITTEE REPORTS/BOROUGH REPORTS

(Chair set time limit not to exceed 5 minutes)

 

A.                  Port & Harbor Director’s Staff Report – January 2009

 

Port & Harbor Director Hawkins reviewed his report and asked for any comments or questions.

 

A brief discussion was held on the emergency dredging performed. The Coast Guard paid for the dredging and the total amount to be removed was estimated at 700 cubic yards and ended up at 3003 cubic yards. All the material was sold.

Commissioner Wedin inquired about the Waste Collection RFP. Port & Harbor Director Hawkins responded that the winning proposal from Moore & Moore Services incorporated the use of their compactor truck passing the savings onto the City.

 

There was no further discussion.

 

B.         Lease Committee Report

 

Commissioner Velsko reviewed the minutes of the meeting. He stated that the Lease Committee felt that the replat request for the Fish Factory should be remanded back to the Port & Harbor Commission since the parcel that is included in the replat is where the outfall is and no building can be done on this parcel now or in the future. He recommended that the report be reviewed. It is very informative.

Commissioner Velsko commented that the agenda was very aggressive and that there will be a Special Meeting on Thursday, February 12, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.

 

There was no further discussion.

 

PUBLIC HEARING (3 minute time limit)

 

None.

 

PENDING BUSINESS

                                     

A.                  Port & Harbor Budget Review                                                                         

a.                      Question and Answers Session with Accounting Supervisor Laurie Moore

b.                      Determine Budget Items to Establish a Review Schedule for Monthly Agenda

 

 

Chair Kilcher requested a motion to discuss.

 

ULMER/CARROLL – MOVED TO DISCUSS.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Commissioner Hogan opened the discussion by stating there is a lot to do and review to be ready for the next budget season. The dialogue continued regarding the amount of time put into the budget process by the Port & Harbor Director along with other administrative personnel. Port & Harbor Director Hawkins stated that the hardest line items to budget were the costs for utilities and fuel.

 

Chair Kilcher suggested leaving it in the hands of the Port & Harbor Director and using his discretion bring it before the Commission. Commissioner Hogan felt that it should be a regular agenda item until they have full understanding of the budget processes. There was further exchange regarding the timeline involved and presentation to the Council for first review. Additional talk centered on the percentage of the yearly increase and what funds are used to pay unpaid bills.

 

HOGAN/CARROLL - MOVED TO ADD BUDGET REVIEW AS A REGULAR AGENDA ITEM.

 

There was debate on the benefit of having this as a regular agenda item with notations that it was not necessary to spend a lot of time discussing it. Commissioner Carroll suggested Accounting Supervisor Moore give the Commissioners a monthly question that they must answer. This would make it fun too. Commissioner Ulmer stated that there definitely was a need to read and review the budget to familiarize themselves with the process.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

There was no further discussion.

 

B.                   Dedicated Sales Tax Funding                                                                          

            Review of recommendations and discussion from November meeting.           

 

HOGAN/VELSKO - MOVED TO DISCUSS.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Commissioner Velsko opened the discussion by requesting input from Accounting Supervisor Moore on setting up or changing the Harbor Enterprise Fund into a fund that involved the sales tax revenue produce by the Harbor similar to the Water & Sewer Fund. He recommended inclusion of the easily identifiable revenue producers from the Spit. He mentioned that City Manager Wrede stated there were a few options.

 

Accounting Supervisor Moore explained the accounting process for revenues generated by the Harbor and she responded that it would not be difficult if the amount were determined by a percentage amount. The next thing would be the items of revenue that would be used. She further explained that Council would have to approve this action.

 

After further discussion, Commissioner Velsko then restated for confirmation that a new study would have to be done.

 

Accounting Supervisor Moore’s response was inaudible.

 

Commissioner Hogan commented that in accordance with the State code that a dedicated fund is not permissible. He then quoted from the Homer City Code, Title 10, 10.04.060, Use of Revenues. He then interpreted that to mean that the Harbor is a separate accounting deal. The funds need to be intercepted before reaching City Hall.

Chair Kilcher pointed out that they would still have administration provided by the city. So if they have administrators ten percent of the time, the money needs to stay in the Harbor when they are working for the Port & Harbor.

Dialogue developed on how this all came to be regarding the recommendation that the City Manager was asked to present a resolution to City Council. The following meeting Commissioner Hogan or Velsko were not present and the remaining Commissioners postponed discussion until Commissioner Hogan or Velsko were available to discuss the item since they were the proponents of this agenda item.

 

Commissioner Ulmer requested information on what the actual question was regarding this issue. Port & Harbor Director Hawkins referenced the minutes of the November meeting.

Accounting Supervisor Moore commented on the revenues generated by the services provided by the Port & Harbor. Further details on her statement were in audible.

 

Chair Kilcher reiterated the process, as he understood it for clarification. The revenue goes to the general fund, and then there is a vote by the residents that a certain percentage of the tax revenue goes back to the Spit. He then gave an example of why people come or stay in Homer. He agreed that there are four or five items that are strictly provided on the Spit and he believes they would be easy to track.

Commissioner Carroll pointed out the cap on sales tax. He additionally commented that the City Council would not be agreeable for further monies to be withdrawn from the general fund.

 

Commissioner Wedin declared that room and charters are taxed daily.

 

Commissioner Velsko stated the first task is to track the revenues. This would provide the information and show that the Harbor is making money or losing it. He held the opinion that it would show the Council and the Public how much money the Harbor does make and they will stop making the remarks that the Harbor is a losing entity. Maybe in the future the Harbor can use the fund strictly for the Spit.

 

There was further conversation on which revenue items needed to be tracked, some of these items were the sales tax generated at the Fuel Float; ship loading and moorage; supplementary dialogue included the effects of increased tourism on the Spit. It was suggested that the vendors on the Spit could report their sales taxes collected on orange colored forms instead of white.

 

Accounting Supervisor Moore stated that maybe a solution however sales tax was paid directly to the Borough, not the City.

 

Chair Kilcher commented on this process comparing it to the Local Improvement District process and then stated that he strongly believes that the residents of Homer should take pride in the Spit, making it the “grooviest” place to go would benefit the entire town.

 

Commissioner Velsko recapped that to forward something to the City Manager he proposed a motion and recommended voting on the motion and the City can hash out the details. It will come back to the Commission and at that time the Commission can be more specific. He tentatively proposed the following:

 

Sales tax generated by the Port and Harbor will be returned to the Port and Harbor Enterprise Fund.

 

There was further dialogue on what should be contained in the motion. Commissioner Wedin stated that the contention seemed to be with the word “dedicate” and that it may be a better to track sales first. Accounting Supervisor Moore commented on the difficulty of tracking all sales generated by the Port & Harbor. Chair Kilcher offered a figure to give an example.

Commissioner Velsko suggested that the Commission submit the following motion instead to City Manager Wrede.

 

VELSKO/ WEDIN - MOVED TO SEND A MEMORANDUM TO CITY MANAGER WREDE TO RECOMMEND THE CITY OF HOMER TRACK SALES TAX REVENUES GENERATED BY THE PORT & HARBOR FOR ONE YEAR.

 

Talk ensued about the revenue to be included in the study. Commissioner Wedin questioned including the Charter package deals. Further discussion included all different aspects and users that pay sales tax on the Spit. Chair Kilcher offered the opinion that it was a language aspect and could be dealt with after the study. Accounting Supervisor Moore stated she would have to check with the Borough on how detail a report she could receive from them.

 

VELSKO/HOGAN – AMENDMENT TO THE MOTION TO ADD THE LANGUAGE, AND TO RETURN SALES TAX REVENUE TO THE HARBOR ENTERPRISE FUND.

 

VOTE. YES. WEDIN, KILCHER, ULMER, VELSKO, CARROLL, HOGAN

 

Motion carried.

 

VOTE. (Main Motion). YES. KILCHER, ULMER, VELSKO, CARROLL, HOGAN, WEDIN.

 

Motion carried.

 

Commissioner Velsko added that even if City Council does not approve to return the revenue to the Harbor Fund if the City performed the tracking for a year then it would show them the revenue that the Harbor generated.

 

There was no further discussion.

 

Hogan/carroll - moved they suspend the rules to address Item B under New Business due to the lateness of the evening.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Chair Kilcher called for a recess at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m.

 

C.                  Strategic Plan – Goals and Projects

 

ULMER/CARROLL – MOVED TO POSTPONE UNTIL THE NEXT MEETING.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

A.                  Welcome to new Commissioner Pete Wedin (if present)

 

The Commissioners welcomed the newest Commissioner, Mr. Pete Wedin.


 

B.                   Fish Factory Replat Request

 

Chair Kilcher requested a motion to discuss.

 

Commissioner Hogan and Carroll declared that they might have a conflict of interest.

 

Commissioner Hogan explained that he has had prior business dealings with the Fish Factory; he has been a customer, vendor and leases property next to the parcel in question. Commissioners Ulmer, Carroll and Velsko stated at that time that it might be perceived they have a conflict too since they have had business dealings with the Fish Factory. Chair Kilcher asked Commissioner Hogan if he would not be able to look at this objectively or felt that his prior dealings would affect his judgment on this item. He responded that at this time he did not feel that he would be unable to judge the information presented impartially. He declared that at this time he has no interest in the parcel in question.

 

Chair Kilcher questioned Commissioners Carroll, Ulmer and Velsko and in view of the information and responses did not feel that there was a conflict of interest from any of the Commissioners.

 

Chair Kilcher requested a motion to discuss.

 

HOGAN/ULMER – MOVED TO DISCUSS ITEM 10.B. NEW BUSINESS, FISH FACTORY REPLAT.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Chair Kilcher requested supplementary information from Mr. Mike McCune, owner of the Fish Factory. Mr. McCune confirmed what the Commission had read in the report from Commissioner Velsko regarding the request and the Commission reviewed the minutes from the Lease Committee.

 

Mr. McCune stated the circumstances by which he would like to have the portion of Lot 12 B added to Lot 12A1 lease. He stated that since 2003 he has been leasing it from the City at half the value and adding it to his current lease will add more revenue to the city. He indicated that he preferred a more permanent long-term solution as his reasoning for pursuing the re-plat. He was concerned that when the Council, Commission members and City Administration personnel changes that it will cause a problem with the existing agreement. He affirmed that there were no problems regarding financing or any requirement of having this parcel to obtain future financing. He assured the Commissioners that the City would have free access to the outfall.

 

Further dialog included alternative options to keep the parcel separate but at a lesser rate; exactly where the location was on the Spit; if approved it would not prevent or impede its usability by the existing cluster of businesses; a continued month to month rent is not allowed in accordance to City Policy for longer than 6 months; the parcel will never be built on since the outfall is under that parcel; if this should be reviewed by the Economic Development Advisory Commission; the Lease Committee concerns were encumbrances on Lot 12 B and at this time there does not appear to be anything to worry about; this will enhance the area plus add revenue for the City; biggest concern for the Port & Harbor personnel or City was complete access to the outfall line; property setbacks concerning building in the future on the re-platted property; the additional property will increase the size of the lot comparable to that of Lot 12 C.

 

VELSKO/CARROLL - MOVED TO RECOMMEND THE LEASE COMMITTEE APPROVE THE RE-PLAT REQUEST FROM THE FISH FACTORY.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. Ulmer, velsko, carroll, Hogan, wedin, kilcher

 

Motion carried.

 

There was a brief discussion on when the next meeting of the Lease Committee was scheduled. There is a Special Meeting on February 12, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.

 

C.                  Land Allocation Plan Review

 

Chair Kilcher requested a motion to bring to the floor.

 

HOGAN/ULMER - MOVED TO DISCUSS ITEM C. NEW BUSINESS.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Discussion on the proposed lots for Lease on the Spit, Lot 21, Lots 11 and 12; concern from the Lease Committee was expressed at the last meeting on Lot 21 fitting into the Overslope Development; interest from Seldovia regarding Ferry; concern on ample parking for the Ferry; building a ramp and how it would be funded; the Ferry will be home ported in Seldovia and have priority parking not reserved.

 

Commissioner Wedin asked if leasing Lot 21 would diminish the value any. He confirmed with the Commissioners that certain parcels were already designated for parking. The Commissioners digressed briefly on the parking lot and road conditions in hat area. Port and Harbor Director Hawkins responded that the Ferry is supposed to be ready this summer. There is no date set for actual operations starting. He directed the Commissioners that it must be considered if a private entity should be allowed to build a ramp into the Harbor. This issue was mentioned. The Commissioners discussed the estimated cost to the City to build a covered ramp. The parking would be priority use not reserved. It was recommended that if a ramp is built it should be built between two parcels or on one since the value of a “public ramp” built on leased lot would have no value, unless the entire lot was designated as parking and it should be paid parking; the difference in value to send multiple lots out for lease; all other parcels in the Land Allocation Plan has not changed;

 

Velsko/ulmer – moved that the Port and harbor advisory Commission recommends THE LEASE COMMITTEE PUT Lot 21 out For Proposal as soon as reasonably possible.

 

Commissioner Hogan did not feel that a lot should be singled out; that all City owned property should be bringing in revenue or be sold. It was noted that some of the land is being used for parking and recommended for Overslope Development. Commissioner Wedin asked if designated as overslope then parking was provided. It was stated that if one was doing overslope development that they would purchase lease uplands to provide parking for their business. Additional comments regarding decisions made on overslope development was conducted. It was questioned if the Overslope recommendations submitted were ever approved. A comment was made that it would be a more lucrative approach to change it to a Build to Suit Lease Policy instead of allowing individual businesses to lease a build whatever suits them. It was noted by that Lot 22 would be pulled from that Request for Proposal letting. More comments and discussion on bringing a more fixed direction and purpose to the Spit allowing for cohesiveness using overslope development, the probability of that happening in the current times, benefits of making the building requirements contain language that the structures installed should be “add onable”. Commissioner Velsko felt that Port & Harbor Director Hawkins and himself can bring and represent the Commissions concerns to the Lease Committee without including language in the motion. Commissioner Wedin inquired about the Zoning laws; he agreed with Commissioner Ulmer’s description and comments about the ultimate goals for the Spit he offered that if amenities, ramps etc are built that would encourage more businesses to come and build in that area.

 

HOGAN/ulmer – MOVED TO AMEND THAT MOTION TO READ “RECOMMENDS LOTS 19-26”

 

This would allow all lots to be offered and a person could lease one or all, building standards would be later, no parking designated.

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Further discussion regarding the standards for building on the lots were held. It was agreed that it should be a separate motion.

 

Commissioner Hogan called for the question.

 

VOTE. (MAIN MOTION) YES. VELSKO, CARROLL, HOGAN, WEDIN, KILCHER, ULMER.

 

Motion carried.

 

Commissioner Ulmer stated she had concerns regarding the future development on the Spit and wanted to make sure they did not end up with mismatched shanties. She wanted the area cleaned up.

 

HOGAN/ULMER - MOVED TO RECOMMEND THAT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ON THE SPIT BE INCLUDED AS AN AGENDA ITEM AT THE LAND ALLOCATION PLAN WORKSESSION.

 

Commissioner Velsko commented that standards for overslope development were discussed in depth and created some time ago. It was agreed that Council has never approved or been presented the standards made on overslope development.

Port and Harbor Director Hawkins reminded the Commissioners that they spoke about making a motion to encourage overslope development of those lots that were to be let for proposal.

 

Chair Kilcher stated he would entertain a motion on that subject.

 

Deputy City Clerk Krause reminded the Commissioners that there was a motion on the floor.

 

Commissioner Hogan said he would accept this as an amendment to his motion.

 

VELSKO/ULMER – MOVED TO AMEND THE MOTION TO READ, “AND ENCOURAGE OVERSLOPE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS BE USED FOR LOTS 19 THROUGH 26.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Chair Kilcher respoke the amended main motion as MOVED TO RECOMMEND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ON THE SPIT BE AN AGENDA ITEM FOR THE WORKSESSION AND THAT OVERSLOPE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS BE USED FOR LOTS 19-26.

 

VOTE. (MAIN MOTION). YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

The Commission reviewed the additional lots available for lease and agreed with the current designations shown on the majority of the lots available on the Spit.

 

HOGAN/VELSKO - MOVED TO SEPARATE LOTS 9A, 10A AND LET OUT FOR PROPOSAL SEPARATELY AND REMOVE LOT 12B FROM AVAILABLE PROPERTIES TO LEASE.

 

Further discussion on the benefits of letting the lots out to RFP separately does not hinder someone from submitting a proposal on both lots.

 

There was a call for the question by Commissioner Carroll.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Additional discussion regarding Lots 13b, the old Porpoise Room. It did have short term leases. It was discussed whether the Commission should recommend to continue the short term leases. Port & Harbor Director Hawkins cited again that at this time they are outside the City Lease Policy. The Commissioners discussed what the term or length the RFP will stay advertised. Port & Harbor Director Hawkins related the incident with Kenai River Seafoods and that is what they wanted to avoid in the future. If no one is interested in long term leases then there should be the option that the City could lease on a monthly basis.

 

The commission agreed by consensus that Lot 13B should stay on the available list.

 

D.                  Memorandum from City Clerk Johnson Re: Joint Worksession with City Council on Land Allocation Plan.

 

The Commissioners discussed attendance at the worksession and getting there early enough to garner seats and sit together as a show of strength. Chair Kilcher will attend this meeting and Commissioner Hogan will be there.

 

Deputy Clerk Krause listed all the Commissions and Board that was invited to attend this worksession.

 

E.                   Port & Harbor Bylaws – Introduction of Agenda Items

 

HOGAN/ULMER – MOVED TO DISCUSS

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Commissioner Hogan proposed that the Port & Harbor Advisory Commission By Laws be changed to allow Commissioners to add items to the agenda and add a Student to the Commission. The student member would not be a voting member and must be a finishing their Junior year through Senior year of High School. Further discussion on the two changes resulted and the Commissioners agreed to separate into separate motions.

 

Commissioner Hogan explained his reasons for proposing the following changes to the Commissions Bylaws:

 

HOGAN/ULMER - MOTION TO AMEND THE BYLAWS TO DELETE MAJORITY CONSENSUS AND ADDING AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE ADDED AT THE REQUEST OF STAFF OR INDIVIDUAL COMMISSION MEMBERS.

 

The vote is to add to the agenda for next month. They are to introduce the motions at this meeting and vote on them at the next meeting. Chair Kilcher requested confirmation from Deputy Clerk Krause on the rules regarding amendments to the bylaws. This is the introduction  and discussion and the Commission will vote on the changes at the next meeting. This vote is to add to the February agenda.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

HOGAN/VELSKO - MOVED TO ADD TO THE BYLAWS A STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE TO SERVE A TERM FROM JUNE OF THEIR JUNIOR YEAR THROUGH GRADUATION.

 

Brief discussion held on the reasoning for designating High School Seniors over other grades. Keeping it to Seniors will allow them to use it as their Senior project.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

F.                   Homer City Code Title 10  - Port & Harbor

 

HOGAN/CARROLL - MOVED TO DISCUSS.

 

There was no discussion.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

Commissioner Hogan asked for this to be place on the agenda because over the last several years the Tariff has been amended and changed with no input from the Port and Harbor Advisory Commission. He cited the code that requires that a public hearing be held on changes to be made. He would like to return to following the law. Further discussion was held regarding what should be done to correct this problem. It was noted that a public hearing has not been held for the last several years.

Commissioner Velsko asked if what was needed was to pass a motion to recommend City Council follows City Code. Commissioner Hogan stated that he informed Council that they were in violation and he also brought up that City Councilpersons could be fined $350.00 each day in violation. City Council did not respond or react to his notice.

Commissioner Wedin inquired how the resolution was generated. Commissioner Hogan explained the process and Public Hearings are normally held for Ordinances not Resolutions. The Commissioners agreed that they wanted to be part of the process.

The Commissioners agreed that the Budget Hearings did not cover the Tariff increases. Council must follow the rules.

 

VELSKO/ULMER – RECOMMEND A MEMORANDUM BE SENT TO THE CITY COUNCIL AND COPIED TO THE CITY MANAGER THAT PUBLIC HEARINGS BE HELD REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO THE PORT AND HARBOR TARIFF IN ACCORDANCE WITH HOMER CITY CODE 10.04.035 AND HOMER CITY CODE 10.04.055

 

Discussion on best practices to stop the City Council from non-compliance of established laws; topics included were how City Council gets the changes and that if they do not follow the rules someone could take the City to court to roll back all increases to the tariff that were passed and a  Public Hearing was not held.

 

VOTE. YES. NON-OBJECTION. UNANIMOUS CONSENT.

 

Motion carried.

 

INFORMATIONAL MATERIALS

 

A.                  Harbormaster’s Monthly Statistical Report for December 2008            

B.                   Weekly Crane and Ice Report                                                              

C.                  Deep Water Dock                                                                                                     

D.                  Pioneer Dock                                                                                        

E.                   Pioneer Dock Ferry Landings                                                                                  

F.                   Commissioner Attendance Schedule for Council Meetings 2009                                                  

 

Chair Kilcher requested motions to discuss any of the informational items.

 

Commissioner Hogan asked to switch with someone for the July council meeting. He offered to take both February meetings. A recommendation was made to ask Commissioner Hartley. Chair Kilcher offered to trade his April meeting with Commissioner Hogan.

Deputy City Clerk Krause noted that Commissioner Carroll is not on the schedule and that leaves the month of June vacant.  She then asked if Commissioner Carroll was going to renew his Commission. He did say he planned on staying. He would be unable to attend the June meeting.

Commissioner Velsko offered to attend the June 8, 2009 since there was no one scheduled.

 

There was no further discussion.

 

COMMENTS OF THE AUDIENCE

 

There were no comments.

 

COMMENTS OF THE CITY STAFF

 

There were no comments.

 

COMMENTS OF THE COUNCILMEMBER (If one is appointed)

 

None.

 

COMMENTS OF THE CHAIR

 

Chair Kilcher thanked everyone for their work.

 

COMMENTS OF THE COMMISSION

 

Commissioner Hogan thanked everyone and the attention they paid to the budget.

 

Commissioner Carroll, Velsko, Wedin and Ulmer had no comments.

 

ADJOURN

 

There being no further business before the Port and Harbor Advisory Commission Chair Kilcher adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on February 25, 2009 at City Hall, Cowles Council Chambers, 491 E. Pioneer Avenue, Homer, Alaska.

 

 

                                                           

Renee Krause, Deputy City Clerk I

 

 

Approved: