02-26-2001 MinutesCommission
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01-2803
CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
February 26, 2001
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session to discuss the 2001 Year-end
Financial Report and the 2000-2001 C.I.P. Status Report. 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 Alan E. Jilka, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Kristin M. Seaton
Commissioner Don Heath
Commissioner Larry L. Mathews
Commissioner Monte Shadwick
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Absent:
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Dennis M. Kissinger, City Manager
Barbara R. Weber, Acting City Clerk
None
None.
CITIZEN FORUM
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
(4.1) The month of February, 2001 as "National AMBUCS Month" in the City of Salina.
The proclamation was read by Rita Mankin, past president of Heartland AMBUCS.
(4.2) The 2nd day of March, 2001 as "Read Across America" day in the City of Salina. The
proclamation was read by Pat Breckunitch, Principal of Sacred Heart Cathedral Grade School.
(4.3) Presentation of awards for the Public Works Project of the Year by a representative of
the Kansas Contractors Association.
Kim Brown, member of the Kansas Contractors Association, announced that the Water
Treatment Plant, Phase II Improvements, was selected as the Public Works Project of the Year. He
distributed plaques to the three parties involved: John Morgan, President of Walters Morgan, Martha
Tasker, Project Manager for Wilson & Company, and to Don Hoff, Utilities Director for the City of
Salina.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(5.1) Resolution Number 01-5688 appointing members to various boards, commissions, and
committees.
Mayor Jilka read the list of appointments.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt Resolution
Number 01-5688. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of February 5, 2001.
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01-2
(6.2) Resolution Number 01-5689 establishing fees for Computer Technology services.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Consideration of Application P00 -8/8A, filed by USD #305, requesting approval of a
replat of Lot 4, Block 4 of Schilling Subdivision No. 5, to be known as the Salina Area Technical
School Addition.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained the
application, location, the history of the area, the active utility easements, the City Planning
Commission's review and recommendation for approval.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner /Seaton, to approve the
request for the replat. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) Application Z00-13, filed by Wiley Watson, requesting a change in zoning district
classification from C-5 (Service Commercial District) to R-2 (Multi -Family Residential District) on
property legally described as the East 80 feet of Lot 2, Block 1 of the EMI Addition, aka 901 N. 7t''
Street.
(7.2a) First reading Ordinance Number 01-10022.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained the
application, Spot Zoning, the City Planning Commission's recommendation for approval, and
responded to Commission inquiries.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to approve
Ordinance Number 01-10022 for first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.3) Application ZO1-1, filed by George Goracke, requesting a change in zoning district
classification from R (Single -Family Residential District) to I-2 (Light Industrial District) in the
Cloverdale Annex Addition and addressed as 1322 Prospect Avenue.
(7.3a) First reading Ordinance Number 01-10023.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained the
application, the violations of the current zoning and the City Planning Commission's recommendation
for denial.
Judy Ewalt, Neighborhood Services Coordinator, responded to Commission inquiry.
George Goracke, applicant, felt his request was denied because of a State Neighborhood
Grant and asked if the grant didn't go through what the City's plans were.
A discussion followed with Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, noting that the city was less
likely to get funding if the property were zoned I-2.
Mr. Goracke stated that forms were not sprayed at this location and that the issue with
the smell had been eliminated as well as the noise that had been created by employees dropping
materials. He stated that he can't get money back using the property as a rental. He informed the
Commission that property adjoining this is zoned I-2 and that there is residential zoning only on one
side of the property. He then responded to Commission inquiry regarding the other businesses in the
area.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, reminded the Commission that the rezoning is for all
future users of the property.
Commission
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01-28
01-28
01-28
01-2811
01-2811
Mr. Andrew discussed the I-2 use with the Commission, noting that I-2 use requires
screening to an R district.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, noted that with the dirt
streets in the area industrial use would make the dust problem worse.
Moved by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to deny the
application. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.4) Application HC -01-1, filed by Debra J. Redman, requesting Local Landmark designation
for the property located at 100 S. College Avenue, commonly known as the Endiron House.
(7.4a) First reading Ordinance Number 01-10024.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained the
application, the Heritage Commission's recommendation for approval and the Commission's options.
He then responded to Commission inquiry regarding an owner's motivation for seeking this
designation.
John Burger, Associate Planner, spoke regarding the benefits of the requested
designation.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to approve
Ordinance Number 01-10024 for first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Resolution Number 01-5693 expressing the intention of the City of Salina to issue
Industrial Revenue Bonds, not to exceed $50,000,000.00, for financing the improvement and
equipping of a Raytheon Aircraft Company manufacturing facility in Salina.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, noted this matter had been discussed in Study Session
and briefly explained the proposed bonds which would be issued in varying amounts over the next ten
years. He also noted that representatives of Raytheon and bond council were present.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to adopt Resolution
Number 01-5693. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Action on local program for utility bill assistance program.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained the proposed Utility Bill Assistance Program,
noting the requirement for a full program report at its conclusion later in 2001.
Moved by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to authorize
$100,000 from the City's General Fund for a City Utility Bill Assistance Program as outlined and to
direct the City Manager to prepare and sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of
Salina and the Red Cross outlining program administration and reporting. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion
carried.
(8.3) First reading Ordinance Number 01-10025 amending Chapter 8, Article III, of the Salina
Code adopting the 1997 Uniform Building Code and local amendments.
Mike Morgan, Deputy City Manager, explained the changes and responded to
Commission inquiries noting future changes for residential permit fees.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to approve
Ordinance Number 01-10025 for first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.4) Resolution Number 01-5690 authorizing an agreement between the Kansas Department
of Transportation, Saline County, and the City of Salina for the Interstate 135 and Water Well Road
Project.
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01-281
01-28131
01-281
01-28151
01-28161
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained this project
which began in 1999.
Moved by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Resolution Number 01-5690. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.5) Resolution Number 01-5691 authorizing a supplemental agreement with Camp, Dresser
& McKee, Inc. for gas monitoring services at the Salina Municipal Landfill.
Don Hoff, Director of Utilities, explained the agreement and the previous Task Orders.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt Resolution
Number 01-5691 authorizing the supplemental agreement, Task Order #5, in an amount not to exceed
$42,700. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.6) Resolution Number 01-5692 authorizing a contract with Western Air Maps, for a digital
photo project, in the amount of $63,680.00.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained that this
equipment will provide an accurate base map for the city's G.I.S. System as well as other uses for the
equipment. He explained the proposals received in January and the funds to be used. He also noted
that the last aerial photographs were taken in 1997 using the paper format.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to adopt Resolution
Number 01-5692. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.7) Award the contract for the Dean Evans Stadium roof replacement, Project No. 01-1272.
Steve Snyder, Parks and Recreation Director, explained the project and the bids received
February 20, 2001.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, responded to Commission inquiry regarding how the
source of funds is determined.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to award the
contract for the Dean Evans Stadium Roof Replacement, Project No. 01-1272, to Salina Building
Systems in the amount of $65,853.00. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.8) Approve Change Order No. 4 for the South Ohio Street Corridor Improvements, Project
No. 98-1138.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the project
stating that this change order is the final action on the project, and responded to Commission inquiry.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to approve Change
Order No. 4 for the South Ohio Street Corridor Improvements, Project No. 98-1138, in the amount
of $16,855.86. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
(9.1) Mayor Jilka reminded everyone of tomorrow's primary election.
ADJOURNMENT
01-2817 Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
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