06-25-2018 Minutes •
ii CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
June 25, 2018
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. for the Budget: Review of Capital Improvement
. Program (CIP), Sub-CIP Plans, Fund Balances, Commission Budget Goals and at 3:45 p.m. for
N 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 Karl F. Ryan (presiding), Commissioners Trent
Davis,Joe Hay,Jr.,Melissa Rose Hodges, and Mike Hoppock.
Also present: Jason Gage, City Manager; Michael Schrage, Deputy City Manager; Greg Bengtson,
City Attorney; and Allison Strait, Deputy City Clerk.
AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
None.
CITIZENS FORUM
Joan Ratzlaff, Salina, explained she attended an information event from Kansas Leadership
Center regarding citizens' involvement on city commissions and boards and the need for
improvement. She suggested appointing a coordinator to help with this issue.
Jon Blanchard, 1117 State Street, asked if there was intent at today's meeting to follow
procedure to allow public comment on public items. He then asked for an update on the
cracks in the Fieldhouse. Jason Gage, City Manager, stated the issue at the Fieldhouse was
getting cleared up and they were still working with the contractor and staff.
Mr. Blanchard also stated there were 63 teams that came for a two day tournament recently
held at the Fieldhouse and stated in 2008 the same three day tournament involved 131
teams. He continued to express his concern and the need to keep these numbers up.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of June 18, 2018.
(6.2) Approve Resolution No. 18-7565 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Travelers for the renewal of the City's Comprehensive
Property/Casualty Insurance.
Commissioner Hoppock requested that Item 6.2 be removed from the consent agenda.
18-0231 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to approve the minutes of June
18, 2018. Aye: (5). Na)': (0). Motion carried.
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(6.2) Approve Resolution No. 18-7565 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Travelers for the renewal of the City's Comprehensive
Property/Casualty Insurance.
Commissioner Hoppock asked for additional information on the insurance.
Jason Gage, City Manager, stated staff looked at the rates each year, but the renewal wasn't
marketed every year. He continued to state the factors considered were providers and which
provider could offer the most as far as coverage and options and added that Traveler's was
the best.
Nancy Schuessler, Risk Manager, stated staff looked in depth to see if there was anything out
there as far as pricing, coverage and services. She continued to state staff tried not to go out
to market any more than five years and this would be the fifth year, but added now wasn't
the best time to go out to market due to multiple factors.
Commissioner Hoppock thanked Ms. Schuessler for the explanation on the process.
Mark Skidmore, Assurance Partners, said they hope that next year will be a great year to go
out to market.
18-0232 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Hodges, to approve Resolution
No. 18-7565 authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Travelers for the
renewal of the City's comprehensive Property/Casualty Insurance. Ave: (5). Nay: (0). Motion
carried.
ADMINISTRATION
(7.1) Second reading Ordinance No. 18-10947 amending Ordinance No. 16-10863 of the
City of Salina, Kansas to commence a Community Improvement District Sales Tax
on July 1, 2019 (Downtown CID).
Mayor Ryan noted that Ordinance No. 18-10947 was passed on first reading on June 18,
2018 and since that time no comments have been received.
18-0233 Moved by Commissioner Hodges, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to adopt Ordinance No. 18-
10947 amending Ordinance No. 16-10863 of the City of Salina, Kansas to commence a Community
Improvement District Sales Tax on July 1, 2019 (Downtown CID) on second reading. A roll call
vote was taken. Aye: (5) Davis, Hay, Hodges, Hoppock, Ryan. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) Second reading Ordinance No. 18-10945 amending Ordinance No. 16-10864 of the
City of Salina, Kansas to commence a Community Improvement District Sales Tax
on October 1, 2019 (Alley CID).
Mayor Ryan noted that Ordinance No. 18-10945 was passed on first reading on June 18,
2018 and since that time no comments have been received.
18-0234 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Hodges, to adopt Ordinance No.
18-10945 amending Ordinance No. 16-10864 of the City of Salina, Kansas to commence a
Community Improvement District Sales Tax on October 1, 2019 (Alley CID) on second reading. A
roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5) Davis, Hay, Hodges, Hoppock, Ryan. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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(7.3) Second reading Ordinance No. 18-10946 amending Ordinance No. 16-10865 of the
City of Salina, Kansas to commence a Community Improvement District Sales Tax
on October 1, 2019 (Downtown Hotel CID).
Mayor Ryan noted that Ordinance No. 18-10946 was passed on first reading on June 18,
i 2018 and since that time no comments have been received.
18-0235 Moved by Commissioner Hodges, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to adopt Ordinance No. 18-
8 10946 amending Ordinance No. 16-10865 of the City of Salina, Kansas to commence a Community
Improvement District Sales Tax on October 1, 2019 (Downtown Hotel (CID) on second reading. A
roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5) Davis, Hay, Hodges, Hoppock, Ryan. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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(7.4) Second reading Ordinance No. 18-10919 amending Chapter 34 of the Salina Code by
adding new Article VI (6) relating to a city recycling center and providing for the
levying of charges to fund the storage, collection, transportation, processing, and
disposal of recyclables generated within the City of Salina pursuant to K.S.A. 65-
3410.
Mayor Ryan noted that Ordinance No. 1840919 was passed on first reading on February 5,
2018 and since that time no comments have been received.
18-0236 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to adopt Ordinance No. 18-
10919 amending Chapter 34 of the Salina Code by adding new Article VI relating to a city recycling
center and providing for the levying of charges to fund the storage, collection, transportation,
processing, and disposal of recyclables generated within the City of Salina pursuant to K.S.A. 65-
3410 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (5) Davis, Hay, Hodges, Hoppock, Ryan.
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.5) First reading Ordinance No. 18-10943 adopting amendments to Chapter 13 of the
Salina Code pertaining to equal opportunity.
Lauren Driscoll, Director of Community and Development Services, explained the
amendments and action options.
Commissioner Hodges requested Ms. Driscoll pass her thanks onto Mr. Rivers and staff for
the work on the changes and getting it out in a timely fashion.
18-0237 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to pass Ordinance No. 18-10943
on first reading. Ave: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.6) Discussion and possible action regarding the possession and use of electronic
devices by the City Commission and City boards and committees while in session.
Jason Gage,City Manager, stated the request for discussion by Commissioner Hoppock.
Commissioner Hoppock stated it would be beneficial to avoid use of electronic devices
while someone was presenting and the concern for quasi-judicial and going against state
law. He went on to explain fixing the issue up at the dais with the commissioners and the
possibility of passing it on to other citizen boards such as Planning Commission.
Mayor Ryan opened the public comment.
Jon Blanchard, 1117 State Street, expressed his concern with the use of phones and
individual records on cell phones being thrown into the open records act. He encouraged
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commissioners to be courteous and focus on issues more pertinent at the time.
Mayor Ryan closed the public comment.
Commissioner Hodges asked if there were specific things that prompted this discussion.
Commissioner Hoppock stated the need for courtesy to the public and to take away anv
possibility for issues.
Commissioner Hodges stated she did some research on ramifications as far as cell phone
bans in other cities and that it wasn't something personally seen at the dais.
Mayor Ryan stated his concern of receiving texts from the audience during discussions and
the use of the internet.
Commissioner Davis stated other cities use electronic packets and added his concern with
prohibiting the devices themselves rather than prohibiting the behavior.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hoppock and Commissioner Hodges on the
use of prohibiting electronic devices entirely during a meeting.
Commissioner Hoppock asked for comments from legal counsel. Greg Bengtson, City
Attorney, stated his primary concern was that any communication between any two of
them during a meeting must be audible to everyone in the room.
Commissioner Hoppock asked if a motion to not have electronic devices in sight during the
meeting would be sufficient. Commissioner Davis added that he was fine with
commissioners having it on their person and not in sight.
Commissioner Hodges stated she hadn't seen any of them not devote their attention to the
issue or audience at hand and added the need for an enforcement mechanism.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hoppock, Commissioner Davis and
Commissioner Hodges regarding different ways to handle the situations.
Commissioner Hay stated he was here for city business and didn't mind turning his phone
off during the meetings.
Commissioner Hodges stated her concern for spending more time than needed on the issue
and her wish to move forward.
18-0238 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to have all electronic
devices out of site during regularly scheduled city commission meetings.
Mr. Gage suggested building it into the rules and procedures. Mr. Bengtson added that
they have other things that would need to be changed in the rules and procedures as well
and could add that to it.
Commissioner Hodges asked if the request was similar to other certain things in the rules
and procedures and if they were in the same section. Mr. Bengtson stated it would fall in
the same set of rules as far as how the meetings would be conducted.
A conversation ensued between Commission Davis and Commissioner Ryan regarding the
use of devices and communication.
Mr. Gage stated they have a motion and a second on the table and asked if the Commission
wanted to rescind it and continue the conversation.
A conversation ensued between Mr. Gage and Commissioner Davis regarding different
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cities and their use of paper vs electronic devices.
A conversation ensued- between Commissioner Davis and Commissioner Hoppock
regarding the use of devices.
Commissioner Davis asked if they were preloaded agendas on the city-issued tablets. Mr.
w Gage stated there were a few possibilities, but he thought they were already set on the
devices in the software.
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Commissioner Hoppock asked if they should rescind and go back to staff to make it a part
of the rules and procedures. Mr. Gage stated their options to restate or rescind the motion.
18-0239 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to rescind the original
motion to have all electronic devices out of site during meetings. The original motion was
rescinded.
18-0240 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock to allow staff to address the rules and procedures as to '
electronic devices not being at the dais during a regularly scheduled meeting.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hoppock, Commissioner Davis and Mr.
Gage regarding the use of city-issued tablets.
Mayor Ryan seconded the motion to allow staff to address the rules and procedures as to
electronic devices not being at the dais during a regularly scheduled meeting.
Commissioner Davis suggested moving the item back a week to allow for research on what
other places do regarding this issue.
Commissioner Hodges asked that they include an enforcement mechanism.
Commissioner Davis asked if there was currently enforcement and if there were any
consequences. Mr. Bengtson stated they were in the ethics policy.
Commissioner Hoppock asked for restatement of the motion. Mr. Gage stated the motion
was to allow staff to address rules and procedures as to electronic devices not being at the
dais during regularly scheduled meetings for the city commission.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hodges and Commissioner Hoppock
regarding the use of devices during a meeting.
Mayor Ryan called the question. Aye: (3). Nay: (2). Davis, Hodges. Motion carried.
Mayor Ryan requested a seven minute break at 5:06 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 5:13 p.m.
(7.7) Discussion and possible action regarding the next steps to take in regard to the
selection of a new city manager.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the item was added to the agenda at the request of the
commissioners.
Mayor Ryan stated they had concerns regarding next steps to take in selecting a new city
manager.
Commissioner Davis stated he would like to meet in the same manner as the strategic
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planning sessions and bring in a consultant who was qualified in the matter. Mayor Ryan
expressed his agreement and added the need for direction in choosing the type of person
they were looking for.
Commissioner Hay stated he was open to it and the need to know which questions to ask
z and what they were looking for.
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Commissioner Hodges stated the need for building a candidate profile, who to get input
from and the need to get a consultant for help. She also added the need to get citizen and
staff input.
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regarding the need for a consultant or recruiting firm.
Commissioner Davis stated the need to spend the money to find the best person and for the
commissioners to be interviewed first to know what to look for to choose the best person.
A conversation ensued between Mayor Ryan and Commissioner Hoppock on whether they
use someone they know or find someone not familiar with them.
Mr. Gage stated it wasn't the best idea to have him involved due to a biased situation, but
to work through legal counsel to get the information they need.
Commissioner Hoppock asked if a recruitment firm was used to hire the finance director.
Mr. Gage stated they typically don't, but they did for the finance director and public works
due to the difficulty of hiring.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hoppock and Commissioner Davis
regarding the search for a recruitment firm.
Commissioner Hodges asked if Natalie Fischer, Human Resources Director, was present at
Mr. Gage's hiring and continued to state the possibility of her providing guidance if
possible. Mr. Gage stated she wasn't present at the time. He continued to state their options
as far as selecting a recruiting firm.
Mayor Ryan asked how long of a process were they looking at. Mr. Gage stated that
whichever option they chose would depend on how long it would take. Mayor Ryan added
that narrowing it down would be favorable.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Davis, Mr. Gage and Mr. Bengtson
regarding their options and the timeline of each option for choosing a recruiting firm.
Commissioner Hoppock asked what the recruitment firms would submit to the
commissioners. Mr. Gage stated statement of qualifications and proceeded to explain what
all that entails.
Mayor Ryan opened the public comment and asked for a consensus.
18-0241 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to have legal counsel work
with city staff to provide the commission with a list of potential recruiting firms with statement of
qualifications attached. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.8) Resolution No. 18-7566 which provides special, retroactive purchasing authority to
the city manager using private donations for the purpose of addressing the cost of
animal care and welfare.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the request and fiscal impact.
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Commissioner Flay asked if the request was from now on or just for this situation. Mr.
Gage stated this was a onetime change for this particular situation.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hay and Mr. Gage regarding who
approved the funds.
Commissioner Davis asked when the $19,999 reset. Mr. Gage stated once they recognize it
would exceed $20,000 they come back for permission, but that this was an unforeseen
y circumstance.
Commissioner Hoppock asked for clarification on whether this was tax dollars spent or
private donations made to the Animal Shelter. Mr. Gage stated it was private donations,
but that they still have to run through the purchasing process to make sure it's on record.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hoppock and Mr. Gage regarding
itemization of the fees accrued and concerns of the cost.
Commissioner Hoppock asked if they would have any future liability regarding the court
order and third party defaulting. Mr. Gage stated that it was up to district court. Mr.
Bengtson added they were trying to determine the exact status of the court order and that it
has been filed, but not signed by the judge yet.
Commissioner Hoppock asked about getting restitution for these and if it's hindered due to
some animals not needing to be cared for. Mr. Bengtson stated these are issues to be
determined by Judge Young and the court.
Commissioner Hodges stated her concern with returning the animals to the farm where
they were neglected. She continued by giving appreciation to Vanessa Cowie and her staff
for securing the support and donations. She continued by thanking Sheriff Soldan and the
Sheriff's Mounted Patrol for working cooperatively together.
Commissioner Hodges asked about the process and the timeline of why it took so long and
how they got to where they are now with it. Mr. Bengtson explained the process of events.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hodges and Mr. Bengtson regarding the
petition process and the need for an animal welfare attorney.
Mr. Gage restated the end of the statute for clarification and added that it wasn't an
automatic transfer of the animals and the judge has to weigh all aspects of the situation to
make a decision.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hodges and Mr. Gage regarding the
statute.
Commissioner Hodges stated she would appreciate Mr. Bengtson getting in touch with Ms.
Barnett regarding the situation. Mr. Bengtson stated he would be happy to.
Commissioner Hodges asked if this amount would include all bills paid. Mr. Gage stated it
was intended to do so, but wouldn't include the last few days and may be off a few
thousand dollars. He added that putting the amount at$125,000 would cover the additional
costs.
A conversation ensued between Mayor Ryan and Mr. Gage regarding the notification of the
large amount and possible restitution.
Mayor Ryan opened for public comment.
Jon Blanchard, 1117 State Street, asked if there was a problem with the accounting process
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with the 40 days passing before someone took notice. He also added his concerns regarding
the judgement and care for the animals. Mr. Gage added clarification regarding giving the
animals back to the abuser and that it was a district court issue and not a city issue.
Commissioner Hoppock stated that dollars spent were spent directly to the animals care
and rescuing the animals from the situation.
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A conversation ensued between Commissioner Davis and Mr. Gage regarding the funding
sources available if grant funds weren't available and emergency spending.
Commissioner Hodges asked where the dogs and cats were going to be released to. Mr.
8 Gage stated they will be going to the Country Club Property, which is a third party owner
of the property.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hay and Mr. Gage on clarification of the
amount needed for approval.
18-0242 Moved by Commissioner Hodges, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to adopt Resolution No. 18-
7566 which provides special, retroactive purchasing authority to the city manager using private
donations for the purpose of addressing the cost of animal care and welfare in an amount not to
exceed $125,000. Ave: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.9) Response to Request for Open Records Request.
Jason Gage, City Manager, explained the request and commission options.
Commissioner Hodges asked who they claim the attorney-client privilege with. Mr.
Bengtson stated the document was prepared and provided to governing body as a result of
the engagement of Ms. Krstulic and that the Commission relied upon that advice.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hodges and Mr. Bengtson regarding the
attorney-client privilege, the two different statutes and attorney general's opinion.
A conversation continued to ensue between Commissioner Hodges and Mr. Bengtson on
whether waiving the attorney-client privilege and releasing the documents today would
affect the process and if there would be any consequences.
Commissioner Hay asked if Ms. Krstulic would have given them the documents and
recommendations knowing it could be subject to open records. Mr. Bengtson replied by
stating that it was thought to be helpful to see how the privilege is intended to encourage
high levels of communication between an individual and their counsel.
Mayor Ryan opened the public comment.
Jon Blanchard, 1117 State Street, asked if they would waive the three minute time limit for
open comment due to him being the quasi-petitioner of this public record. Mr. Bengtson
stated he would be able to speak due to the circumstances.
Mr. Blanchard asked if Ms. Krstulic was available or present during the executive session.
Mr. Bengtson stated she was not present.
Mr. Blanchard asked who the attorney-client privilege extends to and what role the
attorney plays in regards to the process. Mr. Bengtson explained the process and
implementation of the decision and her involvement in the documents.
A conversation ensued between Mr. Blanchard and Mr. Bengtson regarding the
involvement of Ms. Krstulic in the attorney-client privilege and the memorandum.
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A conversation ensued between Mr. Blanchard and Mr. Bengtson on the redaction of the
documents requested in the open records request and the difference of opinion between the
two attorneys looking at it.
Mr. Blanchard finished off by stating the Kansas Open Records Act and Kansas Open
Meetings Act was there to open up as much as possible and protect what's necessary.
Mayor Ryan closed the public comment.
Commissioner Hodges expressed her opinion on the matter.
18-0213 Moved by Commissioner Hodges to waive the attorney-client privilege and release the document
in question. Motion failed due to lack of second. •
Mayor Ryan requested another motion. Mr. Bengtson stated that there is no need for further action
due to lack of second on the first motion made.
Mayor Ryan requested a three minute break at 7:15 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 7:18 p.m.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(8.1) Application No. Z18-10, (filed by Carol J. Heller Trust No. 1) requesting a change in
zoning district classification from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) to C-5 (Service
Commercial) on property legally described as Lot 7, Block 6 of the Episcopal
Military Institute Addition.
(8.1a) First reading Ordinance No. 18-10948.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, Planning Commission
recommendation and action options.
18-0244 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Hodges, to pass Ordinance No.
1840948 changing the zoning district classification from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential) to C-5
(Service Commercial) on property legally described as Lot 7, Block 6 of the Episcopal Military
Institute Addition on first reading. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Application No. Z18-9, (filed by the Salina City Planning Commission), requesting a
change in zoning district classification from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to C-5
(Service Commercial) on property addressed as 1038 Johnstown Avenue.
(8.2a) First reading Ordinance No. 18-10949.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, Planning Commission
recommendation and action options.
Commissioner Davis asked if any of the neighbors came to the Planning Commission. Mr.
Andrew stated they did not attend any of the meetings.
Commissioner Davis asked if the apartments or nursing homes were currently lived in. Mr.
Andrew stated yes.
Brian Richardson, 361 North Holmes Road, stated he had the ownership papers and it was
just a matter of closing and acquiring the property.
Mayor Ryan asked if the July 2 meeting would work for a second reading. Mr. Richardson
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stated yes.
A conversation ensued between Commissioner Hodges, Mr. Andrew and Mr. Gage
regarding the closing and when to schedule the second reading.
18-0245 Moved by Commissioner Hodges, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to pass Ordinance No. 18-
1 10949 changing the zoning district classification from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to C-5
(Service Commercial) on property addressed as 10381ohnstown Avenue on first reading and the
co second reading scheduled for July 2, 2018. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
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Commissioner Hodges thanked the Human Relations Commission and parks staff on their
presence at the Pride Festival on Saturday and restoring power after vandalism.
Commissioner Hodges also read an email regarding a busking festival and thanked Lauren
Driscoll, Dean Andrew and John Burger for their help in the matter.
Jason Gage, City Manager, added that Kenwood Cove was voted as the best waterpark in
Kansas according to a news site.
Commissioner Davis asked about adding signs on Centennial to help highlight direction to
the Salina Airport.
Mr. Gage requested they move item 9.2 before 9.1 due to presence of outside parties.
I (9.2) Request for executive session (real estate and legal).
I move the city commission recess into executive session for _ minutes to discuss the
potential acquisition of specific real estate, the identification of which would be contrary to
the public interest, based upon the need for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of
real property pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(6) and to discuss with legal counsel confidential
negotiations relating to the potential acquisition of the real estate based upon the need for
consultation with an attorney for the public body which would be deemed privileged in the
attorney-client relationship pursuant to K.S.A. 45-7319(b)(2). The open meeting will resume
in this room at p.m.
18-0246 Moved by Commissioner Hoppock, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to recess into executive
session for 45 minutes to discuss the potential acquisition of specific real estate, the identification
of which would be contrary to the public interest, based upon the need for the preliminary
discussion of the acquisition of real property pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(6) and to discuss with
legal counsel confidential negotiations relating to the potential acquisition of the real estate based
upon the need for consultation with an attorney for the public body which would be deemed
privileged in the attorney-client relationship pursuant to K.S.A. 45-7319(b)(2). The open meeting
will resume in this room at 8:28 p.m. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
The City Commission recessed into executive session at 7:48 p.m. and reconvened at 8:28
p.m. No action was taken.
18-0247 Moved by Commissioner Hay, seconded by Commissioner Hoppock, to extend the current
executive session for an additional 20 minutes. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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The City Commission recessed into executive session at 8:28 p.m. and reconvened at 8:48
p.m. No action was taken.
18-0248 Moved by Commissioner Hay, seconded by Mayor Ryan, to extend the current executive session
for an additional 10 minutes. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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w The City Commission recessed into executive session at 8:55 p.m. and reconvened at 9:05
p.m. No action was taken.
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18-0249 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Hay, to extend the current executive
session for an additional 5 minutes. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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The City Commission recessed into executive session at 9:11 p.m. and reconvened at 9:16
p.m. No action was taken.
(9.1) Request for executive session (legal).
I move the city commission recess into executive session for _ minutes to discuss
confidential negotiations relating to the terms of potential future long-term leasing by the
City to the County of the area within Kenwood Park commonly known as the "Expo Center"
with legal counsel based upon the need for consultation with an attorney for the public body
which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship pursuant to K.S.A. 45-
7319(b)(2). The open meeting will resume in this room at p.m.
a18-0250 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Hoppock, to recess into executive
111 session for 5 minutes to discuss confidential negotiations relating to the terms of potential future
long-term leasing by the City to the County of the area within Kenwood Park commonly known as
the "Expo Center" with legal counsel based upon the need for consultation with an attorney for the
public body which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship, pursuant to
K.S.A. 45-7319(b)(2),. The open meeting will resume in this room at 9:23 p.m. Aye: (5). Nay: (0).
Motion carried.
The City Commission recessed into executive session at 9:18 p.m. and reconvened at 9:23
p.m. No action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
18-0251 Moved by Commissioner Hay, seconded by Commissioner Davis, that the regular meeting of the
Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The meeting
adjourned at 9:27 p.m.
[SEAL] Karl F. Ryan, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sha-at Oka-
ndi Wicks, CMC, City Clerk
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