10-07-2013 MinutesCITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
October 7, 2013
4:00 p.m.
w The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session on the Chamber of
Commerce Economic Development Plan. 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.
Those present and comprising a quorum: Mayor Barbara V. Shirley (presiding),
Commissioners Jon R. Blanchard, Kaye J. Crawford, and Randall R. Hardy
Absent: Commissioner Aaron Householter
Also present: Jason A. Gage, City Manager; Michael D. Schrage, Deputy City Manager;
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney; and Lieu Arm Elsey, City Clerk
AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
(3.1) The month of October 2013 as "Community Planning Month" in the city of Salina.
Dean Andrew, Zoning Administrator, read the proclamation and announced
upcoming events.
CITIZEN FORUM
Tracey Sin, 340 1/2 S. Connecticut, informed the Commission of the Walk for Life
event on October 1211, at Jerry Ivey Park and they were seeking volunteers for the
event.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
' None.
11CONSENTAGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of September 23, 2013.
(6.2) Award of contract for the replacement of the concrete boiler base at Memorial Hall
(Project No. 13-3003) to American Boiler & Mechanical in the amount of $18,645.
(6.3) Approve the transfer of one ambulance to Fire District #2 and one ambulance and
Ford Excursion to Fire District #3.
(6.4) Resolution No. 13-7047 re-establishing a temporary moratorium on the enforcement
of the mobile home park licensing provisions of Chapter 22 of the Salina Code.
Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager, responded to Commissioner Crawford's
question regarding the length of the moratorium. He confirmed that it would
expire on December 31, 2013.
13-0356 IlMoved by Commissioner Crawford, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATION
' (7.1) Second reading Ordinance No. 13-10719 granting final approval of a property tax
exemption for Great Plains Manufacturing.
Mayor Shirley noted that Ordinance No. 13-10719 was passed on first reading on
September 23, 2013 and since that time no comments have been received.
13-0357 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to adopt
Ordinance No. 13-10719 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4) Blanchard,
Crawford, Hardy, Shirley. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) Resolution No. 13-7046 amending the City of Salina's Personnel Manual.
Natalie Fischer, Director of Human Resources, summarized the amendments.
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Ms. Fischer then responded to the Commissions questions regarding vacation
accrual, grievance process, and employee mediation.
13-0358 Moved by Commissioner BIanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to adopt
Resolution No. 13-7046. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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w DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(8.1) Resolution No. 13-7048 authorizing the acceptance of "The Sunflower" as a donation
' from the North Salina Community Development Committee for placement at the
North 9th Street and Broadway Boulevard intersection.
Gary Hobbie, Director of Development Services, explained the structure,
agreement, and placement.
Ted Zerger provided the historical background of the piece and asked the
Commission not to name the piece because it represents many different things.
Nancy Bassett, 133 Millview, commented that she is a cousin of Larry Meitl, and
thanked the Commission for accepting the piece and felt that the location chosen is
appropriate.
Greg Stephens, 842 S. 10th, commented that he is too a cousin to Mr. Meitl and
shared lifetime events.
Commissioner Hardy suggested that the resolution be amended to eliminate the
name of the piece.
13-0359 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Crawford, to adopt
Resolution No. 13-7048 as amended authorizing the acceptance of the sculpture "Untitled"
as a donation from the North Salina Community Development Committee for placement
at the North 91h Street and Broadway Boulevard intersection. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion
' y Commissioner Crawford thanked Commissioner Blanchard for his work on the
committee. Commissioner Blanchard thanked all involved for the opportunity to
keep the piece within the community.
(8.2) Resolution No. 13-7049 establishing the amount of just compensation and stating
the policy regarding the acquisition of right-of-way and easements for the Ninth
and Cloud improvements (Project No. 11-2872).
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, explained state statute requirements, aggregated
appraised values, and city manager delegation to enter into the agreements.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Blanchard, Mr. Bengtson, and Dan
Stack, City Engineer, regarding estimated costs, property acquisition, and project
timeline.
13-0360 Moved by Commissioner Crawford, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to adopt
Resolution No. 13-7049. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) Second reading Ordinance No. 13-10715 amending Sections 8-175 and 8-189 of
Chapter 8, Article III, Divisions 2 and 3 of the Salina Code pertaining to continuing
education requirements.
' Gary Hobbie, Director of Development Services, explained the amendments.
Tracey Sin, 340 1/2 S. Connecticut, expressed the need for more education regarding
the building codes and allowing outside contractors to perform work within the
city limits. Jason Gage, City Manager, responded.
13-0361 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to adopt
Ordinance No. 13-10715 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4) Blanchard,
Crawford, Hardy, Householter, Shirley. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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OTHER BUSINESS
Commissioner Blanchard thanked the Planning staff for reading the proclamation and
wanted to let the public know of the joint City Commission and Planning Commission
"2 study session.
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w (9.1) Request for executive session (real estate and legal).
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13-0362 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to recess into
' executive session for 45 minutes to discuss matters pertaining to the acquisition of real
g estate for the reason that public discussion of the matter would adversely affect the City's
position in relation to acquisition of the real estate a 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 5:30 p.m. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The City Commission recessed into executive session at 4:45 p.m.
Mayor Shirley left at 6:00 p.m.
The City Commission reconvened at 6:02 p.m. No action was taken.
13-0363 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, that the regular
meeting of the Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion
carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.
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[SEAL] Bar ara V. Shirley, Mayor
ATTEST:
Ann Elsey, CMQCity Clerk
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