06-01-2009 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
June 1, 2009
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session for a current year budget overview
and smoking ordinance discussion. The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners was called
to order at 4:00 p.m. in Room 107, City -County Building. A roll call was taken followed by the Pledge
of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
There were present:
Mayor M. Luci Larson, chairman presiding
Commissioner Samantha Angell
Commissioner Tom Arpke
Commissioner Norman Jennings
Commissioner Aaron Peck
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Jason A. Gage, City Manager
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Lieu Ann Elsey, City Clerk
Absent: None
CITIZEN FORUM
Gary Swartzeridruber, 528 S. College Avenue, questioned whether citizens could address
the Commission on repealing the clean air ordinance.
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
(4.1) The day of June 2, 2009 as "National Hunger Awareness Day" in the city of Salina. Cindy
Foley, U.S.D. # 305 Director of Food Service, read the proclamation and announced upcoming events.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of May 18, 2009.
(6.2) Resolution No. 09-6628 appointing Mike Russell to the Heritage Commission.
(6.3) Approve the transfer of a used breathing air compressor to Rural Fire District #2.
(6.4) Approve the sole source purchase of a phone system from Nex-Tech in the amount of
$17,373.
(6.5) Award of contract for the Smoky Hill River Water Main Crossing Replacement (Project
No. 09-2763) to M & D of Hays, Inc. in the amount of $89,250.00.
(6.6) Award of quote for the Salina Landfill fence repair to Charles Ahlquist in the amount of
$19,770.00.
(6.7) Award of contract for the 2009 ADA Ramps/Arterial Street Sidewalk Improvements,
(Project No. 09-2762) to Lancaster Construction, in the amount of $124,872.25.
(6.8) Postpone consideration of Resolution No. 09-6626 authorizing an agreement with Saline
County for the County's acquisition of an easement of City property along Farrelly Road until June 8,
2009.
Commissioner Jennings asked that Item 6.4 be removed from the consent agenda.
Martha Tasker, Director of Utilities, and Michael Fraser, Director of Public Works,
responded to Mayor Larson's questions regarding the bids received in Items 6.5 and 6.6.
Moved by Commissioner Arpke, seconded by Commissioner Peck, to approve the consent
agenda except for Item 6.4 as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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A discussion followed between Commissioner Jennings and Fire Chief Larry Mullikin
regarding the audio and video streaming, training, and whether a demo has been provided to the
department. I
Moved by Commissioner Jennings, seconded by Commissioner Peck, to approve Item 6.4.
Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Application #Z09-4, filed by Debra Burt, requesting a change in zoning district
classification from R-3 (Multi -Family Residential) to C-1 (Restricted Business) on a property legally
described as the East 85 feet of Lot 7 on Ninth Street in Bishop's Addition and addressed as 155 N.
Ninth Street.
(7.1a) First reading Ordinance No. 09-10501.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, parking lot requirements,
driveway access, and Planning Commission's recommendation.
Moved by Commissioner Arpke, seconded by Commissioner Peck, to pass Ordinance No.
09-10501 on first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) First reading Ordinance No. 09-10502 amending Chapter 8, Division 2 of the Salina Code
by adding Section 8-54.1 providing for an amendment to Section 602.3.1 of the 2003 International
Residential Code to create a new exception allowing certain walls to exceed current height limitations.
Mike Roberts, Building Official, explained the current requirement, proposed amendment,
and the Building Advisory Board's recommendation. Mr. Roberts also responded to Commissioner
Arpke's question regarding the number of amendments done in the past based on recommendations
from a professional engineer and Mayor Larson's question regarding the adoption of the International
Residential Code.
Moved by Commissioner Peck, seconded by Commissioner Arpke, to adopt Ordinance No.
09-10502 on first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Request for executive session (legal).
Moved by Commissioner Peck, seconded by Commissioner Arpke, to recess into executive
session for 20 minutes to discuss with legal counsel matters subject to the attorney-client privilege for
the reason that public discussion of those matters would waive the privilege and adversely affect the
City's interest in the matters and reconvene at 4:48 p.m. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The City Commission recessed into executive session at 4:28 p.m. and reconvened at 4:53
p.m. No action was taken.
None.
OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Peck, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 4:53 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Lieu Ann Elsey, CM City Clerk
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