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Public Hearing: North Valdez Glacier Stream Bridge Easement
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SUBMITTED BY: Lisa Von Bargen, CED Director
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Expenditure Required: N/A
Unencumbered Balance: N/A
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None. Public hearing only.
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SUMMARY STATEMENT:
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Ryan McCune, champion of the proposed East Peak location to develop a year-round mountain recreation site, has requested the City approve a bridge easement over the northern portion of the Valdez Glacier Stream where the Valdez Glacier Lake empties into the Stream. The purpose of the bridge easement is to preserve this location for installation of a bridge which would allow road access into the eastern portion of ASLS 79-116 which includes both City land and 100 acres owned by Mr. McCune at the base of East Peak.
To begin a more comprehensive discussion on this topic the Commission held a work session on February 22nd where the following points were considered:
* Should this be the primary access into this area, or should it be a secondary access to the ALPETCO Road?
* Will this be a private easement, or a public easement?
* Who will be responsible for the installation construction?
* Who will be responsible for operations and maintenance?
* Will a bridge in this location negatively impact use of the area for recreational purposes (both private and commercial)?
* What permits will be required for installation of a bridge? (AnnMarie Lain has provided a list of potential permits, including requirements for construction in Flood Zone A.)
* What impacts will this have on existing and traditional uses of the area?
The discussion resulted in the Commission requesting the item be brought back for Commission action for approval as a public easement. The decision was made that a public hearing should be held regarding the matter as this is a heavily used recreational area. This is an opportunity for the public to comment on the matter. Public notice was posted in the newspape...
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