02-02-1998 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
FEBRUARY 2,1998
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 3:00 p.m. in a Study Session to discuss the Utility Revenue
Bond Refinancing Plan and legislative Issues. 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 Kristin M. Seaton, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Peter F. Brungardt
Commissioner Don Heath
Commissioner Alan Jilka
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
Judy D. Long, City Clerk
None.
CITIZEN FORUM
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
(4.1) The Month of February, 1998, as BLACK HISTORY MONTH in the City of Salina.
The proclamation was read by Virginia Flusser, a member of the NAACP.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of January 26, 1998.
(6.2) Approval of the Underground Cable Installation Project No. 98-1086 and authorize
the setting of a date to receive bids.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Brungardt, to
approve the consent agenda as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9852 adopting the Uniform Building Code.
Moved by Commissioner Brungardt, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9852 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Jilka,
Shadwick, Heath, Brungart, Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9853 adopting the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9853 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Brungardt,
Heath, Jilka, Shadwick, Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9854 adopting the Uniform Mechanical Code.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9854 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Brungardt,
Heath, Jilka, Shadwick, Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Commission
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(8.4) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9855 adopting the National Electric Code.
98-1382 Moved by Commissioner Brungardt, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9855 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Jilka,
Shadwick, Brungardt, Heath, Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.5) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9856 adopting the Uniform Fire Code.
98-1383 Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9856 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Brungardt,
Jilka, Heath, Shadwick, Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.6) Second reading Ordinance Number 97-9857 vacating portions of Columbia Avenue
and Smoky Hill Drive.
98-1384 Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9857 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Jilka,
Brungardt, Heath, Shadwick, Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.7) First reading Ordinance Number 98-9858 authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery
of $3,900,000 in General Obligation Internal Improvement Bonds, Series 1998-A, to pay the cost
of certain street and utility improvements.
Rodney Franz, Director of Finance and Administration, explained the purpose of the
bonds and the proposed ordinance.
98-1385 Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Brungardt, to approve
Ordinance Number 98-9858 for first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.8) Resolution Number 98-5238 authorizing certain 1998 programs to assist in meeting
solid waste reduction and diversion goals.
Mike Morgan, Deputy City Manager, explained the goals of the two programs and
responded to Commission inquires. He noted that the past Mulching Mower Rebate Program had
been very successful and explained the intent of the venture capital program. In closing, he
confirmed an $80,000.00 annual income from landfill tipping fees.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, clarified the use of venture capital funds.
98-1386 Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Brungardt, to adopt
Resolution Number 98-5238. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.9) Resolution Number 98-5239 authorizing the Mayor to execute agreements with
Bucher, Willis & Ratliff and Earles and Riggs Engineers regarding Stormwater Project Numbers
98-1113 and 98-1114.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, referred to the a prior
Commission Study Session that presented these projects. He explained both of the proposed
projects and the applicable agreements for each. Responding to Commission inquiry regarding the
preliminary report, he stated that there is now a final report. To Commission inquiry concerning a
number of studies done in the Eastgate area, he clarified that there have been prior studies done in
this area, and that this project is the next level of a series to utilize the drainage capacity created a
couple years ago. He noted a great potential to improve the areas around Eastgate, finalizing that
these projects are incremental steps to a final solution. In closing, he stated that the projects are
scheduled to get under construction contract in 1998.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, responded to concerns regarding financing of the
projects stating that the City should be able to do other drainage projects this year.
98-1387 Moved by Commissioner Brungardt, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Resolution Number 98-5239. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.10) Consideration of 1998 Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Program.
Steve Snyder, Parks and Recreation Director, explained the five proposed projects for
$115,000 from the Special Parks Fund, less $30,000 from the Building and Facilities Budget.
They are 1) Restroom for Jerry Ivey Park at $60,000; 2) Irrigation for Two Soccer Fields at Bill
Burke Park for $22,000; 3) Additional Shelter House for Jerry Ivey Park at $12,500; 4) Replace
Wood Deck at Jerry Ivey Park for $7,500; 5) Lake Improvements at Lakewood Park for $3,000.
He explained a contingency fund of $10,000 is included for possible projects or needs that arise
this year. Responding to Commission inquiry, he stated that the Oakdale Park restroom is open 24
hours and is currently the only Community Park with heated and opened restrooms, noting that in
the future Sunset Park will be addressed. He also stated that the cost of $60,000 for the heated
restroom facility at Jerry Ivey Park was arrived at from prior experiences with buildings and
architects.
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98-1388 Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to approve as
outlined (the 1998 Parks and Recreation Improvement Programs). Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion
carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
(9.1) Mayor Seaton stated that the next City Commission meeting will be on Monday,
February 9`h
ADJOURNMENT
98-1389 Moved by Commissioner Brungardt, 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 4:35 p.m.
Istin M. Seat , Mayor
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