05-04-1998 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
May 4, 1998
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session for a Human Relations Department
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 Peter F. Brungardt, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Monte Shadwick
Commissioner Kristin M. Seaton
Commissioner Don Heath
Commissioner Alan Jilka
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Absent:
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Dennis M. Kissinger, City Manager
Judy D. Long, City Clerk
None.
None.
CITIZEN FORUM
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
(4.1) The Day of May 12, 1998 as FIBROMYALGIA AWARENESS DAY in the city of
Salina. The proclamation was read by Carolyn Martin, Member of the Advisory Council
Fibromyalgia Support Group.
(4.2) The Week of May 10 - 16, 1998 as POLICE WEEK in the city of Salina. The
proclamation was read by Police Chaplin Kemtz.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of April 27, 1998.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9866 unconditionally approving the issuance of
general obligation bonds by the Salina Airport Authority in an amount not to exceed $1,340,000.
98-1484 Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt Ordinance
Number 98-9866 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Heath, Shadwick, Seaton,
Jilka, Brungardt. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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(8.2) Second reading Ordinance Number 98-9867 requesting a change in zoning from R-2 to
C-3 on property located in the 1400 block of Stapler Avenue.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to adopt
Ordinance Number 98-9867 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5), Seaton, Jilka,
Heath, Shadwick, Brungardt. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) Resolution Number 98-5274 authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplemental Agreement
No. 1 with Wilson & Company to provide certain construction related services required during the
construction of Water Treatment Plant Improvements, Project No. 97-1058.
Don Hoff, Director of Utilities, gave a brief staff report explaining the project and the
the necessity of the supplemental agreement which addresses post -design services. He explained the
fees noting that this Supplemental Agreement No. 1 would not exceed $262,500.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to adopt
Resolution Number 98-5274 authorizing the Mayor to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with
Wilson & Company to provide certain construction related services required during the construction
of Water Treatment Plant Improvements. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.4) Resolution Number 98-5273 adopting amendments to the Solid Waste Management
Plan.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the proposed
amendments to the Solid Waste Management Plan. The basic areas of change included medical and
industrial waste, additional description of the generation and characterization information, and a
modification of the waste reduction goals.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Resolution Number 98-5273 adopting amendments to the Solid Waste Management Plan. Aye: (5).
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.5) Award of Solid Waste Venture Grants.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the accrual of
funds from the Landfill Tipping Fee and the distribution of funds recommended by the Solid Waste
Management Committee. He noted this issue will be revisited at this time next year, then responded
to Commission inquiry regarding the two companies that did not receive funds. Regarding yard
waste, he clarified that the program will continue as it is now with the pick up of bags at the curb at
no charge along with the new carts. He noted that more carts may be requested next year if the
program is popular and that each cart is $15.00 to the requester.
Don Hoff, Director of Utilities, commented on Salina Waste System cardboard
recycling for commercial accounts
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained that this is the City's first venture for
commercial accounts for a more balanced approach to residential and commercial waste.
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, seconded by Commissioner Heath, to award $30,000
to C -ME Recycling, $30,000 to the City of Salina, and $85,625 to Salina Waste System. Aye: (5).
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.6) Temporary speed limit reduction in South Ninth Street construction zone; Project No.
97-1037.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the work
being done and the need for the speed limit reduction on South Ninth Street from Otto to Magnolia
Road for the duration of the construction which should take six to seven months to complete.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to approve staff's
recommendation for a temporary speed limit reduction of 30 mph on South Ninth Street from Otto to
Magnolia Road for the duration of the South Ninth Street Project. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion
carried.
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(8.7) Capital Improvement Planning
(8.7a) Resolution Number 98-5272 adopting the 1998 - 2002 Capital Improvement
Program for the City of Salina.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained why the planning is done and the proposed
Capital Improvement Plan. He reviewed the key items of the plan and the financing. He stated that
items would be brought back to the Commission by the end of the year with cost estimates and
citizen impact. He spoke regarding the need for acquiring information for better decision making.
He explained the Traffic Flow versus Safety issue at the intersection of Belmont and Magnolia Road
and indicated the new Animal Shelter was expected for 1999. He then reviewed the expected
projects for each year noting less than one mill swings from year to year on major projects to be
bonded.
Mr. Kissinger then responded to Commission inquiry noting that the Water/Wastewater
extension of $850,000 would be paid by special assessments, then Water Funds then by Tap -In fees
for cash financing and that he hoped to be able to use property currently owned by the City for the
new Animal Shelter, hoping to avoid acquisition.
Roy Dudark, Director of Planning and Community Development, responded to
Commission inquiry by explaining the $50,000 special assessments on Marcella noting that the
property owners are aware and that costs will be paid by commercial, not residential, property
owners.
A discussion followed regarding financing with the Commissioners, Rod Franz,
Director of Finance and Administration, and Mr. Kissinger.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to adopt
Resolution Number 98-5272 adopting the 1998 - 2002 Capital Improvement Program for the City of
Salina. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.7b) Direction to staff regarding C.I.P. implementation action.
Mr. Kissinger explained each of the recommended actions needed to implement the
Capital Improvement Plan. He noted the need for facts and that the suggested task force not be an
advisory board but gather facts only. He also noted that there is no Southeast Drainage without the
Knox Sandpit and that acquisition may become an eminent domain project for the City Attorney. He
also stated that Neighborhood Service Area goes beyond parks.
The list of actions listed are as follows:
1) Creation of a "Pool Options Task Force," including citizens and city staff to
prepare a fact-finding report regarding options for the community in planning for
outdoor aquatic facilities. Staff would prepare outline and scope of work for
Commission consideration and the Mayor would appoint members.
2) City Manager appointment of a "Site Selection Team" to evaluate potential
Animal Shelter locations and provide options/recommendations to the City
Commission.
3) City staff to proceed with all administrative actions for city acquisition of the
Knox Sandpit for flood and drainage protection purposes.
4) Begin engineering consultant selection process for 1998 concept report on the
Year 2000 Southeast Corridor and Drainage project, a year 2000 project.
5) Begin engineer selection for 1998 concept, cost estimating and design of the
Belmont/Magnolia Intersection project, a year 1999 project.
6) Monitor federal transportation funding process and work with KDOT and Saline
County to finalize the federal/city/county share of the Centennial Road Reconstruction
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project, a 1999 project.
7) Shift "Neighborhood Improvement' category from the C.I.P. process to the
annual operating budget process.
8) Prepare a Charter Ordinance for Commission consideration to allow financing of
an Animal Shelter up to $900,000 through General Obligation Bonds, a 1999 project.
9) Review timing of the 1999/2000 Schilling Bridge project to insure effective
coordination with the Centennial Road project.
10) Continue implementation of the 1998 Capital Projects.
Moved by Commissioner Heath, seconded by Commissioner Seaton, to authorize and
direct staff to proceed as listed. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Seaton, 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 4:59 p.m.
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Peter F. Brungardt, Mayor