07-13-2009 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
July 13, 2009
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session on the 2010 Budget (Economic
Development). 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:
Vice -Mayor Aaron Peck, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Samantha Angell
Commissioner Norman Jennings
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Jason A. Gage, City Manager
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Lieu Ann Elsey, City Clerk
Absent: Mayor M. Luci Larson
Commissioner Tom Arpke
CITIZEN FORUM
None.
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of July 6, 2009.
Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Application #PDD08-3, filed by Larry Curran, requesting an amendment to increase the
maximum allowable lot coverage from 40% to 45% on the 15 townhome lots in the development.
(7.1a) First reading Ordinance No. 09-10507.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the development plan, lot coverage, request,
and the Planning Commission's recommendation.
Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to pass Ordinance
No. 09-10507 on first reading. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) General Obligation Bonds, Series 2009-A.
(8.1a) Receive report on bids.
(8.1 b) Second reading Ordinance No. 09-10505 authorizing the issuance and delivery
of said bonds.
(8.1c) Resolution No. 09-6644 prescribing the form and details of and authorizing
said bonds.
Rod Franz, Director of Finance and Administration, explained the issuance, bids received,
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projects financed and Moody's bond rating. Mr. Franz noted that representatives from George K.
Baum and Gilmore & Bell were available for questions. He then responded to Commissioner
Jennings' question regarding the reduction of the issuance.
Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to, adopt Ordinance
No. 09-10505 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (3) Angell, Jennings, Peck. Nay:
(0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to adopt
Resolution No. 09-6644. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Approval of the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program fund and
the grant application as submitted.
Chief James Hill explained the program and proposed use of the funds. Chief Hill then
responded to Commissioner Angell's questions regarding the cost of the cameras, installation, and
how many patrols currently have cameras.
Moved by Commissioner Jennings, seconded by Commissioner Angell, to approve the
2009 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant program fund and grant application as submitted. Aye:
(3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) Resolution No. 09-6632 amending Resolution No. 08-6557 relating to the establishment of
a benefit district for street and sidewalk improvements in the Bergkamp Subdivision.
Dan Stack, City Engineer, explained the project, project notifications to the property
owners within the benefit district, and the boundaries of the benefit district and how the benefits
impacted the properties.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Angell and Mr. Stack regarding the lot
assessments provided.
Jerry Callabresi, property owner, commented on the current specials on the property, when
he purchased the property, when he was notified of the new assessment on the property due to the
project, and asked if the Commission would pay for the costs of the new improvements. Mr.
Callabresi responded to Commissioner Angell's question, explaining why he did not feel that his.
property benefited from the street improvements.
Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager, commented on the City's policy of filing of the
notice of future assessment at the time the advisability and authorizing resolution is adopted and the
Attorney General's Opinion that the property would benefit from the street improvements.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Jennings, Mr. Stack, and Mr. Andrew
regarding the platting of the property.
Jason Gage, City Manager, regarding disclosing property improvements and how could
potentially affect the sale of the real estate, and filing of the petition.
Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to adopt
Resolution No. 09-6632. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.4) Award of contract to Jones Gillam & Renz Architects for Architectural and Design
Services for the Bicentennial Center.
Marshall Perry, Bicentennial Center Director, explained the project.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Jennings, Mr. Perry, and City Manager
Jason Gage regarding subsidies provided to the Bicentennial Center, business plan, bringing larger
events to the facility, and improvements.
Mr. Gage responded to Commissioner Angell question regarding how much is subsidized.
Additional discussions followed between Commissioner Angell and Mr. Perry regarding need for a
business plan and use of the transient guest tax.
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responded.
Vice -Mayor Peck asked Mr. Perry to summarize the selection process. Mr. Perry
Mr. Gage also noted the phasing to the project.
Moved by Commissioner Angell, 'seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to award the
contract to Jones Gillam & Renz Architect for Architectural and Design Services for the Bicentennial
Center. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.5) First reading Ordinance No. 09-10508 amending Chapter 2, Article VII, Section 2-162 of
the Salina Code pertaining to membership; appointment, and term of the Salina Arts and Humanities
Commission.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the amendment.
Moved by Commissioner Jennings, seconded by Commissioner Angell, to pass Ordinance
No. 09-10508 on first reading. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.6) Request for executive session (legal)
Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to recess into
executive session for 15 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 in this room at 5:08 p.m. Aye: (3).
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The City Commission recessed into executive session at 4:53 p.m. and reconvened at 5:30
p.m. No action was taken.
OTHER BUSINESS
Jerry Callabresi informed the City Commission that there would be a helicopter lift at
Philips Lighting at 7:30 a.m. and Southeast of Saline School at 9:30 a.m. and the public were invited
to attend.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Jennings,,, seconded by Commissioner Angell, that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 5:32 p.m.
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ATTEST:
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Shandi Wicks, Deputy City Clerk
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