11-22-2010 Minutes7
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
November 22, 2010
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session on Fireworks. 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 Aaron G. Peck, Presiding Officer
Commissioner Samantha P. Angell
Commissioner Tom Arpke
Commissioner Norman Jennings
Commissioner M. Luci Larson
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Jason A. Gage, City Manager
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Lieu Ann Elsey, City Clerk
CITIZEN FORUM
None.
AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND IT13MS SCHEDULED FOR A C17RTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.'1) Approve the minutes of November 15, 2010.
(6.2) Resolution No. 10-6785 supporting the removal of abandoned rail lines at the intersection of
Chicago and Elm Streets.
Mayor Peck noted some concerns with the current condition of the railroad crossing on North
Street. Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager, clarified the locations of the improvements.
Moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to approve the consent
agenda as presented. Ave: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Second reading Ordinance No. 10-10579 approving a preliminary development plan and a
change in zoning district classification from R-2 (Multi -Family) and R-3 (Nlulti-Family
Residential) to PDD (Planned Development District) on property addressed as 155 N.
Oakdale.
Mayor Peck noted that Ordinance No. 10-10579 was passed on second reading on
November 15, 2010 and since that time no comments have been received.
Moved by Commissioner Arpke, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, to adopt Ordinance No. 10-
10579 on second reading. A role call vote was taken. Aye: (5) Angell, Arpke, Jennings, Larson,
Peck. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) Acceptance of public alley right-of-way and utility easement dedications on the Donna L.
Vanier Children's Center site.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the dedications.
10-0351 Moved by Commissioner Jennings, seconded by Commissioner Larson, to accept the public alley
right-of-way and utility easement dedications on the Donna L. Vanier Children's Center site. Aye:
(5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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(7.3) Second reading Ordinance No. 10-10576 vacating a 17 -foot public alley right-of-way located
west of Oakdale Avenue (between Ash Street and Johnstown Avenue in the Atherton -
Phillips Addition and Surveyor's Plat G).
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, noted that the conditions have been met for second
Z reading of the ordinance.
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10-0352 Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Arpke, to adopt Ordinance No. 10-
1 10576 on second reading. A role call vote was taken. Aye: (5) Angell, Arpke, Jennings, Larson,
e Peck. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
8 7.4 Application #Z10-9 filed b David L'Ecu er requesting a change in zonin district
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classification from RS (Residential Suburban) to f-2 (Light Industrial) to allow construction
of a commercial storage building (on property addressed as 914 W. Grand Avenue).
(7.4a) First reading Ordinance No. 10-10580.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request and Planning Commission's
recommendation.
A discussion followed between Mayor Peck and Mr. Andrew regarding the building and
land elevation requirements and electrical hook ups.
10-0353 Moved by Commissioner Jennings, seconded by Commissioner Angell, to pass Ordinance No. 10-
10580 on first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Resolution No. 10-6784 authorizing an interlocal agreement with Saline County for i5
(AS/400) computer usage and service from January 1, 2011 -December 31, 2012.
Jack Rolfs, Director of Computer Technology, explained the current and proposed
agreement.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Jennings, City Manager Jason Gage, City
Attorney Greg Bengtson, and Mr. Rolfs regarding the asset interest and current and future
equipment value.
10-0354 Moved by Commissioner Angell, seconded by Commissioner Arpke, to adopt Resolution No. 10-
6784. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Discuss process to fill City Commission seat vacancy to serve until the next general election.
Commissioner Arpke recused himself due to conflict of interest.
Jason Gage, City Manager, summarized the filing requirements and the City Commission
discussion from the last meeting.
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, explained the state statutes and the Attorney General's
opinion regarding discussion of candidates in public session.
A discussion followed between the Commission regarding finding a replacement within
past elected City Commissioners, additional qualifications, and allowing others with public
service experience apply. Mr. Gage and Mr. Bengtson responded to any of the
Commissioner's concerns.
10-0355 Moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner Angell, to accept Expression of
Interest forms until December 31, 2010 from former City or County Commissioners that do not
have an interest in running in the upcoming City Commission election, and allow the City
Conunission to review those Express of Interest forms for an appointment to the City Commission
at the first meeting after January 25, 2011. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Abstained: (1) Arpke Motion
carried.
Commissioner Arpke returned.
OTHER BUSINESS
None.
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ADJOURNMENT
10-0356 Moved by Commissioner Arpke, seconded by Commissioner Jennings, that the regular meeting ob
the Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The meeting
adjourned at 4:47 p.m.
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ATTEST:
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Lieu Arm rlsey, CMC, City lerk
Aaon G. Peck, Mayor
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