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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
October 27, 2014
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 3:45 p.m. for Citizens Forum.
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners was called to order at 4:00 p.m. in Room 107,
City -County Building. Roll call was taken followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of
silence.
Those present and comprising a quorum: Mayor Aaron Householter (presiding), Commissioners
Jon R. Blanchard, Kaye J. Crawford, Trent Davis, and Randall R. Hardy.
Also present: Jason A. Gage, City Manager; Michael D. Schrage, Deputy City Manager; Greg
Bengtson, City Attorney; and Shandi Wicks, City Clerk.
I AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
(3.1) The day of November 1, 2014 as "Extra Mile Day" in the city of Salina. Clay Thompson,
Serving Salina Together Chair read the proclamation.
I CITIZEN FORUM
Lou Tryon, 2122 Leland Way, addressed the commission regarding a water quality data
table that was provided in the city water bill.
Alan Reed, 920 E. Cloud, provided information regarding fluoride.
Ray Hruska, 235 N. Santa Fe, provided handouts regarding the harm to citizens in cities
with fluoride in their water.
Dr. Allison Lesko, 1920 S. Ohio, provided information regarding cavities in children and
fluoride in the water.
Dennis Beniot, 1773 20th Road, Kanopolis, addressed the commission on fluoride in the
water.
Dr. Alison Riekhof, 700 S. Front Street, provided information regarding fluoride.
Dr. Cindy Reed, 920 E. Cloud, provided information from a Harvard University study
pertaining to fluoride and the harms to an unborn child.
I PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
I CONSENT AGENDA
1(6.1) Approve minutes of October 20, 2014.
(6.2) Authorize the Mayor to sign the Construction Observation Services Agreement with
Schwab Eaton for the Water Tower Maintenance, City Project No. 14-3037, with a not -to -
exceed amount of $49,286.
Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Crawford, to approve the consent
agenda as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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ADMINISTRATION
(7.1) Resolution No. 14-7146 demonstrating governing body support for the downtown field
house proposal and directing staff to commence formal conversations with the property
owner and private investment group to address property acquisition and creation of a
project development agreement.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the community needs, project concept and the
proposal.
Pat Beatty, citizen, donator and supporter, thanked the Commission for hearing this
proposal.
Tiffany Bienen, Visit Salina, addressed the commission regarding support of the project and
ability to attract additional tournaments to Salina.
Jeff Andrews, Teacher and Coach at Salina Central High School, addressed the commission
regarding the availability of gym space for the players.
Doug Finch, Teacher and Coach at Salina Central High School, addressed the commission
regarding the need for additional gym space.
Marissa Bradshaw, Student Athlete at Salina Central High School, addressed the
commission regarding the current limited opportunities for students to practice and how
the field house will help the community in positive ways.
Mark Speer, Youth Coach in Salina, addressed the commission regarding the availability of
gym space for practicing and the need for additional space in Salina.
Damon Boyer, Director of World Class Sports and Youth Coach in Salina, addressed the
commission regarding the current cost for travel for the teams and the need for a large
facility.
Hank Boyer, citizen, provided information regarding the need for the facility.
Trace Walker, citizen, addressed the commission regarding the facility location, the civic
donation that his company has contributed to the facility and the need in the community
for the facility.
Larry Britegam, citizen, addressed the commission regarding the facility location and his
support for the facility.
Angie Lassley, President of Salina YMCA, provided information regarding the YMCA's
support of the facility and the needs of the youth.
Melissa Hodges, Salina Downtown, Inc., addressed the commission regarding Salina
Downtown's support of the facility and provided information regarding her personal
experiences with traveling and the lack of gyms available for the players.
Darrell Holting, Athletic Director for Salina South High School, addressed the commission
with his support for the facility and felt that it is definitely overdue.
Commissioner Blanchard requested a five minute break.
The City Commission recessed into a five minute break at 5:44 p.m. and reconvened at 5:49
p.m.
Commissioner Hardy asked how our charter ordinance compares to those in other first
class cities and if other cities utilize sales tax or property tax for projects. Mr. Gage
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responded.
Commissioner Crawford asked if the charter ordinance was amended for the Ohio
Overpass project. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked what the process was to amend a charter ordinance, when
the dollar amount within the charter ordinance was adopted and if the charter ordinance
was used for the Stiefel Theatre project. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked to discuss the general provisions of the presented
resolution one by one. The Commission concurred.
A discussion ensued between the Commission, Dion Louthan, Director of Parks &
Recreation, and Mr. Gage regarding the general provisions, the public's knowledge of the
facility and the need for the formation of a long term investment group or community
foundation for fundraising in the future.
Commissioner Crawford asked how the facility project works into the 5 year Capital
Improvement Plan. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Crawford provided her thoughts on the project, her concerns with the
financing of the facility and thanked everyone that has been involved in the process to this
point and those citizens/ investors for putting money into this facility.
Commissioner Blanchard provided his thoughts on the facility and thanked the citizens of
Salina for their partnership of the facility.
Commissioner Davis provided his thoughts on the proposed location in downtown Salina,
and the need for the facility in Salina.
Mayor Householter provided his thoughts on the facility and thanked the private sector for
all their hard work and support of the facility.
Commissioner Blanchard asked if it would be easier to make a motion with his language
for a new resolution or amend the written resolution for the motion. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Hardy noted the need to stay away from exact numbers and just note the
provisions. Mr. Gage responded.
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, provided information on the need to make a motion for the
resolution and second then build the amendment from there.
Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to adopt Resolution No.
14-7146 demonstrating governing body support for the downtown field house proposal and
directing staff to commence formal conversations with the property owner and private investment
group to address property acquisition and creation of a project development agreement.
Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy to amend the title of the
resolution to read: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING GOVERNING BODY SUPPORT FOR A
PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP FOR THE DOWNTOWN FIELD HOUSE PROPOSAL and
Section 1 paragraph to read The Governing Body expresses support for a public/private
partnership for the downtown field house proposal and directs staff to commence formal
conversations with the property owner and private investment group to address property
acquisition and creation of a project development agreement, consistent with the following
general provisions and Section 1d to read Operating Model: Hybrid Model allowing for both
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programmed, leased space, competitive tournaments, and with a goal to maximize open use. Aye:
(5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Mayor Householter called the question to adopt Resolution No. 14-7146 as amended. Aye: (5).
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) First reading Ordinance No. 14-10756, amending Salina Code Sections 38-57 to 38-62
pertaining to the towing and storage of vehicles.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the amendments.
Commissioner Hardy asked about the passed date on the ordinance and the need to
change. Mayor Householter responded.
Moved by Commissioner Hardy, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to pass Ordinance No. 14-
10756 on first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.3) Resolution No. 14-7145 authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement for animal control
services with Saline County.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the agreement.
Commissioner Crawford asked who provided the services in the County at this point and if
the County had a vehicle for transporting the animals. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Davis asked if the animal shelter has the capacity to perform the tasks as
they did in the past. Mr. Gage responded.
Conu-n.issioner Hardy asked if the animal shelter vehicle went into the county to perform
services and the cost allocation for the service. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked what the definition of a feral cat was. Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Hardy asked about the cost for services. Mr. Gage and Dion Louthan,
Director of Parks & Recreation, responded.
Judy Larson, 715 N. Ninth Street, asked who citizens need to contact to report an incident
regarding a dog or cat.
Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Blanchard, to adopt Resolution No.
14-7145 authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement for animal control services with Saline
County. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.4) Resolution No. 14-7147 affirming the need for Saline County's proposed expansion of
criminal justice facilities to provide all services at one justice center location, including
additional jail space and space for district court and community corrections.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the proposal and commission action.
Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to adopt Resolution No.
14-7147 affirming the need for Saline County's proposed expansion of criminal justice facilities to
provide all services at one justice center location, including additional jail space and space for
district court and community corrections. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
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(8.1) Consider a motion to extend the Conditional Use Permit deadline for the electronic
cigarette establishment know as Juicy's and the electronic cigarette establishment known as
Vape's.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the applications received and request for
extension.
Commissioner Davis asked how applications have been handled in the past when they are
inadequate or incomplete. Mr. Andrew responded.
Commissioner Crawford asked if the owners of either business have been a business owner
prior to owning the current bar. Mr. Andrew responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked if the applications remain incomplete, will the item be
placed on the Planning Commission agenda. Mr. Andrew, Greg Bengtson, City Attorney,
and Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked if the questions listed on the application are listed in the
Salina Code. Mr. Andrew and Mr. Gage responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked if any other citizens have expressed interest in opening this
type of business. Mr. Andrew responded.
Commissioner Hardy asked if the application was handed out as a two sided document.
Mr. Andrew responded.
Commissioner Blanchard asked if the moratorium would need to be extended as well. Mr.
Andrew and Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager, responded.
Mr. Gage asked if the Planning Commission denied the application, when can the applicant
reapply. Mr. Andrew responded.
Moved by Commissioner Blanchard, seconded by Commissioner Hardy, to allow the businesses
known as Juicy's located at 2314 South Ninth Street and Vape's located at 117 East Iron Avenue
until 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 29, 2014, to submit amended applications for consideration by
the Planning Commission on November 4, 2014, and allow the continued operation of the bar(s)
currently open and operating pending the full consideration of their applications by the City of
Salina. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
NONE.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Crawford, seconded by Commissioner
of the Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye:: (
meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
[SEAL]
ATTEST:
Aaron K.
y, that the regular meeting
(0). Motion carried. The
ter, Mayor
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