06-24-2013 MinutesA discussion followed between the Commission, Mr. Stack, City Manager Jason Gage
and City Attorney Greg Bengtson regarding current restricted access, platting of the
property, traffic flow, land use, and public safety.
Gary Hobbie, Director of Development Services, commented on public and private
street standards and notification to the surrounding property owners.
Mr. Stack then responded to Commissioner Blanchard's question regarding the impact
on the drainage detention.
Ken Wasserman, legal representative for the petitioner, commented that this lot is
unique and difficult to build on. He continued to explain the lot layout, placement of
the easements, lot access, platting, private street standards, and traffic congestion issues
at the Schilling and Riffel intersection.
John Hendricks, petitioner, commented on the zoning of the area, traffic flow, and
' development of the parcel.
Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager, explained staff's recommendation and those
options were provided to the petitioner and Commission for consideration.
Vice -mayor Householter expressed his concerns with the right -out and that the number
of U-turns would increase. Mr. Hendricks responded to his concerns and felt that by
not allowing the access would cause confusion.
Mr. Hendricks then responded to Commissioner Blanchard's questions regarding
access on Riffel Drive, business fronting, the use of a private drive, traffic congestion,
and site layout.
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
June 24, 2013
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The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session on the 2014 Budget
(transportation). 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.
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Those present and comprising a quorum: Vice -mayor Aaron Householter (presiding),
Commissioners Jon R. Blanchard and Randall R. Hardy
Absent: Mayor Barbara V. Shirley and Commissioner Kaye J. Crawford
Also present: Jason A. Gage, City Manager; Michael D. Schrage, Deputy City Manager, Greg
Bengtson, City Attorney; and Lieu Ann Elsey, City Clerk
AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
(3.1) Citizens' special recognitions.
Vice -mayor Householter presented certificates of appreciation to Amanda Weishaar
and Jerry Hurde for their acts of kindness.
CITIZEN FORUM
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(5.1) Public hearing and report on Petition No. 4353 (filed by John Hendricks on behalf of
Premer Brothers Properties), requesting vacation of 30 ft. of platted restricted access on
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Lot 3, Block 2 of the Riffel Addition plus the abutting vacated right-of-way to allow a
right in - right out driveway opening on the west side of South 91h Street a distance of
515 feet south of Schilling Road.
(5.1a) First reading Ordinance No. 13-10672.
Dan Stack, City Engineer, explained the request, current accesses, traffic flow, plan
modifications, and staffs recommendation.
A discussion followed between the Commission, Mr. Stack, City Manager Jason Gage
and City Attorney Greg Bengtson regarding current restricted access, platting of the
property, traffic flow, land use, and public safety.
Gary Hobbie, Director of Development Services, commented on public and private
street standards and notification to the surrounding property owners.
Mr. Stack then responded to Commissioner Blanchard's question regarding the impact
on the drainage detention.
Ken Wasserman, legal representative for the petitioner, commented that this lot is
unique and difficult to build on. He continued to explain the lot layout, placement of
the easements, lot access, platting, private street standards, and traffic congestion issues
at the Schilling and Riffel intersection.
John Hendricks, petitioner, commented on the zoning of the area, traffic flow, and
' development of the parcel.
Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager, explained staff's recommendation and those
options were provided to the petitioner and Commission for consideration.
Vice -mayor Householter expressed his concerns with the right -out and that the number
of U-turns would increase. Mr. Hendricks responded to his concerns and felt that by
not allowing the access would cause confusion.
Mr. Hendricks then responded to Commissioner Blanchard's questions regarding
access on Riffel Drive, business fronting, the use of a private drive, traffic congestion,
and site layout.
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Commissioner Hardy expressed his concerns of allowing the curb cut and the distance
of the access road from the intersection.
Vice -mayor Householter concurred with Commissioner Hardy.
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Mr. Gage commented on the traffic flow, providing public safety, and present and
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the area as a whole and not just one lot, and conformance with the comprehensive plan.
' Mr. Wasserman then responded to Commissioner Blanchard's comments regarding
access on the east side of 91h Street.
A discussion followed regarding Kansas Department of Transportation's interest in the
property in the past, and signalizing the off -ramp.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
13-0199 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to deny Petition No.
4353 with the desire to restrict access on 91h Street to keep traffic flow more orderly. Aye: (3).
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The Commission, Mr. Stack, and Mr. Gage discussed traffic warrants for signalization
and traffic congestion of the Riffel and Schilling intersection. Commissioner Hardy
expressed the importance of the placement of access and not to create a patching effect.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of June 17, 2013.
(6.2) Authorize the purchase of one Cushman Hauler 1000 utility cart from Kansas Golf and
Turf in the amount of $13,263.13.
(6.3) Authorize an agreement with AMEC Earth and Environmental, Inc. for the engineering
' services for Phase III design and construction services associated with flood control
levee certification.
Dion Louthan, Director of Parks and Recreation, responded to Commissioner Hardy's
questions regarding the bids received, specifications and maintenance of equipment.
13-0200 1 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
None.
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Resolution No. 13-7015 amending Resolution No. 09-6681 authorizing and providing
for the construction of improvements to certain public buildings in the City of Salina
and providing for the payment of the costs.
Rod Franz, Director of Finance and Administration, explained the authorization
13-0201 11 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to adopt Resolution
No. 13-7015. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
' (8.2) Award of contract for the Downtown Wellfield Improvements, Contract 1 - Wells and
Raw Water Lines, Project No. 10-2840
Martha Tasker, Director of Utilities, explained the project, bids received, and funding.
Ms. Tasker also responded to Commissioners Blanchard and Hardy's questions
regarding water line types and the location and life span of the improvements.
13-0202 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to award the contract
for the Downtown Wellfield Improvements, Contract 1 - Wells and Raw Water Lines, Project
No. 10-2840 to BRB Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $3,272,136 with a 5% construction
contingency for a total amount of $3,435,743. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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13-0203 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to restate the
previous motion to waive the informalities and the proposal and to award the contract for the
Downtown Wellfield Improvements, Contract 1 - Wells and Raw Water Lines, Project No. 10-
2840 to BRB Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $3,272,136 with a 5% construction contingency
for a total amount of $3,435,743. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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(8.3) Resolution No. 13-7014 exempting all municipally owned buildings from the provisions
of the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act through December 31, 2013.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the Act, opt -out provisions, and staff's
recommendation.
A discussion followed between the Commission and Mr. Gage regarding cost of
complying, exemption, and buildings that would be effected by the act.
Tracey Sin, 3401/2 S. Connecticut, questioned City Attorney Greg Bengtson on how this
affects ADA regulations. Mr. Bengtson responded.
Mr.Gage commented on law enforcement's approach to protection.
13-0204 11 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to adopt Resolution
No. 13-7014. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.4) Request for executive session (legal).
13-0205 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to recess into
executive session for 20 minutes to discuss with legal counsel matters subject to the attorney-
client privilege for the reason that public discussion of those matters would waive the
privilege and adversely affect the City's interest in the matters and reconvene at 6:18 p.m.
Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The City Commission reconvened at 6:35 p.m. No action was taken.
OTHER BUSINESS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
13-0206 II Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, that the regular
meeting of the Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Elsey, CMWCity Clerk
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Barbara V. Shirlev, Mayor
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