11-19-2001 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
November 19, 2001
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 3:00 p.m. in a Study Session to discuss Water and Wastewater Rate
Planning issues. 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.
There were present:
Mayor Kristin M. Seaton, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Deborah P. Divine
Commissioner Alan E. Jilka
Commissioner Monte D. Shadwick
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Absent:
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Dennis M. Kissinger, City Manager
Lieu Ann Nicola, City Clerk
Commissioner Larry L. Mathews
None.
CITIZEN FORUM
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
(4.1) Mayor Seaton congratulated the Salina Central Mustangs on the 5A Football
Championship and had delivered a proclamation earlier.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(5.1) Continue public hearing to consider the vacation of an existing alley and a section of the
Pine Street right-of-way.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the petition
request, the history of the existing alley, the existing utilities, and property owners' objections.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, responded to Commissioner Shadwick's question
regarding tenant comments and the ability to vacate with an objection.
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, clarified State Statutes concerning vacations.
Mr. Kissinger noted that staff would need to work with Salina Iron & Metal to find
different options.
Salina Iron & Metal representative Marc Berry, 312 N. 5', noted the possibility of
approving the vacation pending a private agreement between Salina Iron & Metal and the opposing
property owners, and requesting an extension until the December 17, 2001 City Commission meeting.
the petition.
Mr. Kissinger and Mr. Bengtson discussed with the Commission their options of handling
Commissioner Divine noted the importance of keeping Salina attractive.
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Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to extend the
public hearing until the December 17, 2001 meeting. Aye: (4). NAy: (0). Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of November 5, 2001.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Divine, to approve the
consent agenda as presented. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) First reading Ordinance No. 01-10062 levying the 2002 service fees for Business
Improvement District No. 1.
(8.1 a) Acknowledgement receipt of amended 2002 Budget for Business Improvement
District No. 1.
Jason Gage, Assistant City Manager, explained the fee structure and the recommendation.
Then Mr. Gage responded to Mayor Seaton's question regarding the city's contribution.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to pass Ordinance
No. 01-10062 on first reading. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) First reading Ordinance No. 01-10063 adopting the 1999 National Electrical Code and
local amendments.
Michael Morgan, Deputy City Manager, explained the local amendments and the process
of contacting the electrical contractors of changes.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to pass Ordinance
No. 01-10063 on first reading. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) First reading Ordinance No. 01-10064 amending certain sections of the Salina Code
pertaining to licensing requirements.
(8.3a) Declare an emergency exists for second reading on the same day.
(8.3b) Second reading Ordinance No. 01-10064.
(8.3c) Resolution No. 01-5774 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule pertaining
to contractors and craftsman.
Michael Morgan, Deputy City Manager, explained the proposed changes and fees.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to pass Ordinance
No. 01-10064 on first reading. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to declare an
emergency exists for second reading the same day. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt Ordinance
No. 01-10064 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4) Divine, Jilka, Shadwick,
Seaton. Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Resolution No. 01-5774. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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(8.4) Resolution No. 01-5775 establishing an Emergency Medical Service Council
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney, explained the exchange program.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, seconded by Commissioner Divine, to adopt
Resolution No. 01-5775. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.5) Resolution No. 01-5776 amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule with respect to
Ambulance Fees and Charges.
Rodney Franz, Director of Finance and Administration, explained the proposed fee
changes.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Resolution No 01-5776. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.6) Resolution No. 01-5777 authorizing an engineering agreement for the design of the
Southbound North Ninth Bridge Project to Wilson & Company in the amount of $60,200.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the project,
funding, soliciting process, and the engineering contract. He then explained to Commissioner Divine
as to why only the southbound bridge was included.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissiner Jilka, to adopt Resolution
No. 01-5777. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.7) Resolution No. 01-5779 authorizing an engineering agreement for the design of the
Lakewood Bridge (Old Smoky Hill River) Project to Olsson Associates in the amount of $63,396.
Shawn O'Leary, Director of Engineering and General Services, explained the project,
funding, soliciting process, and the engineering contract. He also explained the possible uses of the
old bridge.
A discussion followed with Commissioner Jilka, Commissioner Divine, City Manager
Dennis Kissinger, and Mr. O'Leary regarding the funding and movement of the old Lakewood Bridge.
Moved by Commissioner Shadwick, second by Commissioner Jilka, to adopt Resolution
No. 01-5779. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.8) Resolution No. 01-5773 amending Article 22, Section 3 of the City of Salina Personnel
Manual as it relates to employee residency requirements.
changes.
Jason Gage, Assistant City Manager, explained the present requirements and proposed
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, commented on the requirements.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Shadwick, to adopt
Resolution No. 01-5773. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.9) Authorize purchase of emergency rescue extrication equipment.
Fire Chief Darrell Eastin explained the purchase.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to authorize the
purchase of emergency rescue extrication equipment from Municipal Emergency Services/DANKO
of Salina in the amount of $11,266. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
None.
OTHER BUSINESS
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ADJOURNMENT
01-3113 II Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner JIlka, that the Regular
( Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 5:07 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Lieu Ann Nicola, City Clerk