09-16-2013 MinutesCITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 16, 2013
4:00 p.m.
w The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session on Pavement Maintenance
and Greeley Bridge Aesthetics. 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
' 8 followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence.
Those present and comprising a quorum: Vice -mayor Aaron Householter (presiding),
Commissioners Jon R. Blanchard, Kaye J. Crawford, Randall R. Hardy
Absent: Mayor Barbara V. Shirley
Also present: Jason A. Gage, City Manager; Michael D. Schrage, Deputy City Manager;
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney; and Lieu Ann Elsey, City Clerk
AND PROCLAMATIONS
None.
N FORUM
None.
HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of September 9, 2013.
1 (6.2) Granting of a utility easement to Kansas Gas Service at the East Crawford
Recreation Area.
(6.3) Acceptance of public drainage easement dedication on Lot 1, Block 1 in the Premier
Addition.
(6.4) Authorize the purchase of two chlorine feeders at the Water Treatment Plant from
Hydro Instruments in the amount of $14,70.
13-0336 Moved by Commissioner Crawford, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Ave: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Acceptance of the dedication of additional right-of-way for Crawford Street and
adopt Resolution No. 13-7041 authorizing license agreements for the placement and
maintenance of landscaping in the Crawford Street right-of-way and the placement
of a loading/ unloading space in the Prescott Avenue right-of-way.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, traffic flow, right-of-
way dedication, and proposed license agreements.
' Mr. Andrew then responded to Commissioner Hardy's question regarding transfer
of real estate for the right-of-way. Commissioner Hardy noted CVS' efforts in
taking citizens' concerns in consideration with the street closures.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Blanchard and Mr. Andrew
regarding use of the loading dock, signage, traffic flow and placement of sidewalks.
Commissioner Blanchard concurred with Commissioner Hardy's comments.
Mr. Andrew responded to Commissioner Hardy regarding parking requirements.
Dialogue continued between the Commission and Mr. Andrew regarding the site
plan and vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Jim Collier, developer, commented that they have reviewed and agreed with the
license agreements and thanked staff for their help.
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Tracey Sin, 340'/2 S. Connecticut, expressed his appreciation of CVS coming into the
community. Mr. Collier then responded to Mr. Siris questions regarding project
timeline and anticipated job creation.
Dennis Lauver, Salina Chamber of Commerce, thanked the City staff for their work.
13-0337 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Crawford, to adopt
Resolution No. 13-7041. Ave: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
13-0t8 Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Crawford, to authorize the
acceptance of dedication of 20 feet of additional right-of-way for Crawford Street from the
current property owners of Lot 1, Block 1 of the Wilbre Addition. Aye: (4). Nay: (0).
Motion carried.
(8.1) Second reading Ordinance No. 08-10455 vacating platted restricted access in the
two locations along the east side of Lot 1, Block 1 of the Lakewood School Addition.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, current traffic flow,
restricted access, previous City Commission action, and modifications to the
ordinance since first reading.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Blanchard and Mr. Andrew
regarding bus parking, traffic stacking, and property access.
13-0339 Moved by Commissioner Crawford, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to adopt
Ordinance No. 08-10455 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4) Blanchard,
Crawford, Hardy, Householter. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) First 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.
Elvin DeVorss, Building Official, summarized the current local and state
requirements, Building Advisory Board's recommendation, and proposed
amendments.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Hardy and Mr. DeVorss regarding
educational and licensing requirements.
Mr. DeVorss then responded to Commissioner Blanchard's question regarding the
cost and classes available.
13-0340 Moved by Commissioner Crawford, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to pass
Ordinance No. 13-10715 on first reading. Ave: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) Resolution No. 13-7038 authorizing an agreement with Union Pacific Railroad to
perform at -grade public road crossing improvements on East Iron Street (Project
No. 13-2999).
Dan Stack, City Engineer, explained the project, funding, and agreement.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Hardy, City Manager Jason Gage,
Commissioner Blanchard, and Mr. Stack regarding cost sharing, street standards,
and traffic impacts.
1 13-0341 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Crawford, to adopt
Resolution No. 13-7038. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.4) Discussions on C-4 zoning district permitted and conditional uses.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the past permitted use of dog kennels within
the district and revisions to the uses when tattoo parlors where being considered.
Mr. Gage continued to explain that due to an oversight, dog kennels was presented
to the City Commission in the ordinance on first reading, but was omitted from the
ordinance for second reading and what was published in the newspaper.
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City Attorney Greg Bengtson explained the publication requirement.
Commissioner Blanchard was supportive of bringing an ordinance to the City
Commission for consideration.
Mr. Gage explained the conditional use approval process.
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Commissioner Crawford stated that she has never had an issue with the dog
N kennels being a conditional use.
oCommissioner Hardy explained that his main concern was making sure the dogs
were cared for.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, noted that small animal hospitals were omitted
as well.
Judy Larson, 715 N. 9'h, asked for clarification on the conditional use process and
placing additional restrictions. Vice -mayor Householter and Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Blanchard reminded that the item that they had considered was a
land use item and not the conditional use application.
A discussion followed between the Commission, Mr. Gage, Mr. Andrew, and Mr.
Bengtson regarding setting pre -conditions on conditional uses and establishing
geographic boundaries within the district.
13-0342 Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Crawford, that as a
corrective action, direct staff to place on the September 23, 2013 agenda an ordinance
adding dog kennels and small animal hospitals to the C-4 district as conditional uses.
Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
13-0343 Moved by Commissioner Crawford, 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 5:21 p.m.
[SEAL] Aaron Householter, Vice -mayor
ATTEST:
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Lieu Ann Elsey, CMCity Clerk
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