04-02-2001 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
April 2, 2001
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session to discuss the Saline County
Comprehensive Plan Briefing. 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 Larry L. Mathews
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Absent:
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Dennis M. Kissinger, City Manager
Barbara R. Weber, Deputy City Clerk
Commissioner Don Heath
Commissioner Monte Shadwick
None.
CITIZEN FORUM
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
(4.1) The month of April 2001 as "Fair Housing Month" in the City of Salina. The
proclamation was read by Rev. Allen Smith, Human Relations Commissioner.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of March 26, 2001.
(6.2) Resolution Number 01-5698 authorizing an agreement with Karen Bender for operation
of concessions at Dean Evans Stadium, located at the East Crawford Recreation Area.
(6.3) Resolution Number 01-5699 appointing Rick Walters, Master Plumber, to the Building
Codes Advisory and Appeals Board.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Second reading Ordinance Number 01-10029 changing the zoning district classification
from C-1 (Restricted Business) to C-5 (Service Commercial) District on property legally described
as all of that Lot 1, Block 2 lying north of a line 206 ft. north of the north line of Prescott Avenue in
the Wilbre Addition (aka 643 & 645 S. Ohio Street).
Commission
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Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to adopt
Ordinance Number 01-10029 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (3), Mathews,
Seaton, Jilka. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) First reading Ordinance Number 01-10028 authorizing a loan agreement with the State
of Kansas for financing of the public water supply project, establishing a dedicated source of revenue
for the repayment of such loan; authorizing and approving documents in connection therewith; and
authorizing other actions in connection with the loan agreement.
Don Hoff, Director of Utilities, explained the project, the bids to be received, the
approval of the $5,000,000 loan application, and the financing. In response to Commission inquiry
he stated that the City will be reimbursed for project expenditures monthly.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, clarified the financing concern and explained federal
loans.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to approve
Ordinance Number 01-10028 for first reading. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Consideration of alternatives for City of Salina Spring Free Yard Waste Day Program.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained the program stating that today's action is a
policy decision. He discussed with the Commission the option for a pilot program for spring 2001
with a review to follow. It was stated that wood chips are free under the City's program and that there
will be a charge with the proposed change. Mr. Kissinger explained the current issue of possible
competition with Kanza Organics and the City's relationship with the recycling business.
Commissioner Mathews spoke against the change.
Mayor Jilka supported the pilot program option.
Rodger Schneider, 600 Lightville Road owner of Kanza Organics, spoke regarding the
economics and competition for the eight days, spring and fall.
A discussion followed between Mr. Kissinger and Mr. Schneider pertaining to drop off
costs and the quality, quantity and cost for wood chips.
Commissioner Mathews suggested delaying the vote a week and Mr. Kissinger explained
the advertising to be done.
The discussion on wood chips continued.
Moved by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to delay the vote
for one week. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
(9.1) Mayor Jilka noted that tomorrow is Election Day and encouraged all citizens to vote.
ADJOURNMENT
01-2854 Moved by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 4:38 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Lieu Ann Nicola, City Clerk
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