11-27-2000 MinutesCommission
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00-27251
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
November 27, 2000
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 3:30 p.m. in a Study Session for a Citizens' Open Forum. 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 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, Deputy City Clerk
Commissioner Kristin M. Seaton
Judy D. Long, City Clerk
None.
None.
CITIZEN FORUM
AWARDS — PROCLAMATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(5.1) Public hearing and report on Petition No. 4214 requesting the vacation of street right-of-
way on Chicago Street between South Street and Spruce Street.
(5.1a) First reading Ordinance Number 00-10012.
The public hearing was opened.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the request and
noted that the second reading of the ordinance will be held until site improvements have been
accomplished.
There being no further comments, the hearing was closed.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to approve
Ordinance Number 00-10012 for first reading. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of November 20, 2000.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
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ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Resolution Number 00-5665 authorizing a preliminary design engineering services
contract for the North Ohio Utilities Plan for water and sanitary sewer improvements with Wilson &
Co., in an amount not to exceed $27,500.
Don Hoff, Director of Utilities, explained the proposed project referring to the discussion
held with the Commissioners two weeks ago.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Resolution Number 00-5665 in an amount not to exceed $27,500. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Proposal to increase the speed limit on South Ohio Street.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the proposed
increases. He responded to Commissioner Mathews' concerns regarding the 35 -mph island in the 40 -
mph area by stating that this is a residential area and contains a school crossing.
Commissioner Mathews stated that he has a problem with inconsistent traffic patterns.
He said that speed on Ohio Street doesn't relate to that on Belmont and Magnolia, noting a school
crossing north of this area on Ohio within a 40 -mph zone. He supports 40 mph from Belmont to
Magnolia.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, and Mr. O'Leary spoke in support of the 35 -mph zone.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to change the
posted speed limit on South Ohio Street between Belmont Boulevard and Magnolia Road from 30
mph to 35 mph. Aye: (3). Nay: (1), Mathews. Motion carried.
(8.3) Concurrence with Kansas Department of Transportation conditions for funding of the
North Ohio Railroad Separation Project No. 00-1248.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained the project, costs, various phases and funding.
He then responded to Commissioner Mathews' concerns pertaining to property negotiations.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to authorize the
City Manager to sign the KDOT letter indicating City of Salina concurrence with the project funding
plan and conditions as outlined in the letter. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.4) Resolution Number 00-5663 stating the intent to issue $1,200,000 in Industrial Revenue
Bonds for Ovation Cabinetry, Inc.
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, explained the application and request.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to adopt
Resolution Number 00-5663. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
(9.1) Mayor Jilka congratulated the Salina South Cougars.
ADJOURNMENT
00-2731 Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 4:38 p.m.
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