12-06-1999 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
December 6, 1999
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 3:30 p.m. in a Study Session for an Open Citizens' 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 Monte Shadwick, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Alan E. Jilka
Commissioner Don Heath
Commissioner Larry L. Mathews
Commissioner Kristin M. Seaton
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) Recognition of the Salina Human Relations Commission for 25 Years of Service to
the Community. The proclamation was read by Alan Fitzgerald, Chairman of the Human
Relations Commission.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(5.1) Public hearing and Resolution Number 99-5542 determining the advisability of
issuing industrial revenue bonds for E1Dorado National, Inc., and authorizing an agreement for
payment in lieu of taxes.
(5.1a) Resolution Number 99-5543 approving a Letter of Engagement with Gilmore &
Bell as Bond Counsel.
The public hearing opened with Roy Dudark, Director of Planning and Community
Development, explaining the request and the in lieu of taxes exemption. He then responded to
Commission inquiry by explaining the cost benefit of the tax exemption. He noted it is a positive
benefit for U.S.D. 306 but a negative benefit for U.S.D. 305.
A discussion with the Commission and City Manager, Dennis Kissinger, followed
regarding the benefits to the schools. Mr. Kissinger then explained incentives to corporations.
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, explained the change in the payment agreement.
Mayor Shadwick asked for public comment. There being none, the public hearing
closed.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5542. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5543. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(5.2) Public hearing and Resolution Number 99-5544 determining the advisability of
issuing industrial revenue bonds for KASA Industrial Controls, and authorizing an agreement for
payment in lieu of taxes.
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(5.2a) Resolution Number 99-5545 approving a Letter of Engagement with Gilmore &
Bell as Bond Counsel.
The public hearing opened with Roy Dudark, Director of Planning and Community
Development, explaining the request.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained that U.S.D. 305 does benefit.
Mayor Shadwick asked for public comment. There being none, the public hearing
closed.
— 99-2295 Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5544. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
99-2296 Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5545. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of November 22, 1999.
(6.2) Acknowledge receipt of Petition No. 4193, filed by Ms. Elly Ritter, requesting the
vacation of right-of-way on Beechwood Road in the Georgetown Addition and setting Monday,
December 20, 1999 as the date for public hearing.
99-2297 Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
None.
ADMINISTRATION
— (8.1) Second reading Ordinance Number 99-9956 authorizing a zoning change from Single -
Family Residential District to Multi -Family Residential District in Blocks 5 and 6 of the Eastview
Estates Addition.
Mayor Shadwick reviewed the ordinance and asked for comment or question. There
being none he called for a motion.
99-2298 Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Ordinance Number 99-9956 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Heath, Jilka,
Seaton, Mathews, Shadwick. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Mayor Shadwick stated that Commissioner Seaton had a conflict of interest with the
next two items and would abstain from action on the issues.
(8.2) Second reading Ordinance Number 99-9957 authorizing a zoning change from
Shopping Center District to Planned Central Business District, allowing Salina Regional Health
Center to construct a multi-level parking garage.
Mayor Shadwick reviewed the ordinance and asked for comment or question. There
being none he called for a motion.
99-2299 Moved by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Ordinance Number 99-9957 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4), Heath, Jilka,
— Mathews, Shadwick. Nay: (0). Abstain: (1), Seaton. Motion carried.
(8.3) Resolution Number 99-5546 authorizing a license agreement with Salina Regional
Health Center to allow a right-of-way encroachment on South Santa Fe Avenue.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the
agreement which will allow construction of a parking garage with a skywalk across Santa Fe
Avenue.
99-2300 Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Larry Mathews, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5546. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Abstain: (1), Seaton. Motion carried.
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Commissioner Seaton returned.
(8.4) Second reading Ordinance Number 99-9958 authorizing historic sign designation for
the banjo -style "Use Champlin Oils" pole sign located at 212 East Iron Street.
Mayor Shadwick reviewed the ordinance and asked for comment or question.
Commissioner Jilka spoke against the ordinance stating there is not a lot of historical
value to the sign and that this action would place an obstacle in the way of a future buyer of the
property.
Mayor Shadwick noted that it is the property owner's right to make such a request.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to adopt
Ordinance Number 99-9958 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4), Heath,
Seaton, Mathews, Shadwick. Nay: (1), Jilka. Motion carried.
(8.5) Resolution 99-5541 authorizing the submission of a grant application with Saline
County for the KDOT System Enhancement Program, Waterwell Road at I-135 Interchange
Proj ect.
(8.5a) Resolution Number 99-5548 authorizing contracts to purchase real estate for the
Waterwell Road at I-135 Interchange Project.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained that in July
1999 the City and Saline County submitted a preliminary application to the State. He thanked
those involved with the process including Bucher, Willis & Ratliff, the Airport Authority, the
Chamber of Commerce, Saline County staff and City staff. He explained the cost shares and the
pursuit of land acquisitions.
Commissioner Heath asked if this project could be done, with the other projects
planned, without bonding or raising taxes.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained how the project finances will proceed. He
noted this is a very manageable amount and explained the use of one year temporary notes. He
feels the project is very valuable to KDOT, and the City, within the early years of the program.
Mr. O'Leary noted a change in the land acquisition amount from $83,400 to $79,400
for 10 acres.
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, explained changes to the agreements and the
participation of the property owners.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5541 authorizing the submittal of the project application. Aye: (5). Nay:
(0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5548 authorizing the property acquisition agreements in the amount of
$79,400 for the properties on the east side of the interchange. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.6) Award the contract for a General Services Broom Building Addition, Project No. 99-
1195.
Mike Fraser, General Services Director, explained the project and the bids received on
November 30, 1999.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to award the
contract for the General Services Broom Building Addition, Project No. 99-1195, to Lancaster
Construction in the amount of $15,200.00. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.7) Resolution Number 99-5547 authorizing a supplemental engineering agreement with
Konza Natural Resources Consultants for the extended concept phase of a drainage feasibility
analysis and preliminary design phase in East Salina in a total amount not to exceed $25,000.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained growth
corridors, storm water concerns and this supplement to the original agreement dated June 14,
1999.
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Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Resolution Number 99-5547. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, stated that the costs will be split between the C.I.P.
and the Flood and Drainage Funds.
(8.8) Award the second round of 1999 Solid Waste Venture Grants: Salina -Saline County
Health Department $801.08, City of Salina Sanitation Division $16,000 and $18,300 to Images
Recycling.
Mike Fraser, General Services Director, explained the Tipping Fees that fund this
grant award and the grant requests received.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, to award the
grants as staff recommended. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.9) Authorization to purchase 500 yard waste poly carts for the Sanitation Division.
Mike Fraser, General Services Director, explained the use of the poly carts noting that
citizens will pay a one time charge of $16.00 per cart with the balance of funds coming from the
Solid Waste Venture Grant previously approved.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to authorize the
purchase of 500 yard waste poly carts for the Sanitation Division from Ameri-kart Corporation in
the amount of $24,000. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
Mayor Shadwick noted that there will not be a regular meeting of the City
Commission next Monday, December 13, 1999.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
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ATTEST:
R. Weber, Acting City Clerk
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Monte Shadwick, Mayor