02-28-1977 Minutes1
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City of Salina, Kansas
Regular Meeting of the Board
of Commissioners
February 28, 1977
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The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners met in the Commissionerfs'
Room, City -County Building, on Monday, February 28, 1977, at four o'clock p.m.
The Mayor asked everyone to stand for the pledge of allegiance to the
Flag and a moment of silent prayer.
There were present:
Mayor Gerald F. Simpson, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Keith G. Duckers (arrived at 4:32 p.m.)
Commissioner Karen M. Graves
Commissioner W. M. Usher
Commissioner Jack Weisgerber
jcomprising a quorum of the Board, also:
L. 0. Bengtson, City Attorney
D. L. Harrison, City Clerk
Absent:
Norris D. Olson, City Manager
printed. The Minutes of the Regular Meeting February 14, 1977 were approved as
THE MAYOR welcomed Boy Scout Troop 20 to the meeting and asked them to
stand and be recognized.
STAFF AGENDA
BIDS WERE RECEIVED ON $3,000,000.00 Water and Sewerage Revenue Bonds,
Series of 1977. The City Clerk opened and tabulated the bids and a motion was
nade by Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner Graves to award the bid to
Stern Brothers & Co. with the lowest net interest to the City, of 5.754969%, and
to introduce the bond ordinance for first reading. Ayes: (4). Nays: (0).
lotion carried.
Ordinance Passed:
Number:
BIDS WERE RECEIVED on Engineering Project 77-613 for street and utility
improvements in Victoria Heights Addition:
Asphaltic Pavement Alternate
Brown & Brown, Inc., and
Smoky Hill, Inc. $177,143.50
Engineer's Estimate $205,750.00
Concrete Pavement Alternate
J. S. Frank Construction Company, Inc. $201,286.54
Engineer's Estimate
$205,750.00
A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner
Usher to award the contract to Brown and Brown, Inc., and Smoky Hill, Inc., as
the low bidder, subject to the proposal meeting the City Engineer's specifications.
Ayes: (4). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
A PUBLIC HEARING was held for the renewal of a franchise to Salina
Cable T.V. Systems, Inc.
Mayor Simpson asked if anyone in the audience had any comments.
Mr. Bill Hinkle was present and talked about 4 areas of concern to him:
1. That Cable TV should monitor the signals received from the East so there would
be a more even signal, and that 1,000 microvolts should be received at each TV
set. 2. Cable employees are touching the TV receivers and giving advise as to
what is wrong with the TV set. 3. Cable connections should be furnished to
legitimate dealers and service companies. 4. He can't see why a franchise
should run for 15 years, and thinks 5 years should be the term before it is
reviewed.
Mr. Larry Justus, president of Salina Cable TV responded to all Mr.
Hinkle's questions.
AN ORDINANCE was introduced for third reading entitled: "AN ORDINANCE
granting a renewal of a franchise to Salina Cable T.V. System, Inc., to establish,
construct, acquire, maintain and operate a community antennae and closed-circuit
electronic system within the City of Salina, Kansas. A motion was made by
Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Usher to adopt the ordinance as
read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Weisgerber, Graves, Usher, Simpson
(4). Nays: (0). Commissioner Duckers absent. Carried. The Mayor approved the
ordinance and it is numbered 8544. The Ordinance was introduced for first
reading February 7, 1977.
AN ORDINANCE was introduced for second reading entitled: "AN ORDINANCE
providing for the amendment of Ordinance Number 8526, the same being Chapter 36
of the Salina Code, and the zoning District Map therein and thereby adopted and
providing for the rezoning of certain property within the City and prescribing
the proper uses thereof." (Rezoning of Lots 7, 8, 10, and 14, Block 1, Replat of
Lot 1, Block 1, Country Hills Addition Number 2, from District R-3 (Multiple
Family) to District R, (Single Family), and the rezoning of Lots 1, 5, 6, 9, 11,
12, 13, Block 1, Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, Country Hills Addition Number 2, from
District R-3 (Multiple Family) to District R-2 (Multiple Family) as requested in
Petition Number 3612 which was filed by George Etherington.) A motion was made
by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Usher to adopt the ordinance
as read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Weisgerber, Graves, Usher, Simpson
(4). Nays: (0). Commissioner Duckers absent. Carried. The Mayor approved the
ordinance and it is numbered 8545. The ordinance was introduced for first
reading February 7, 1977.
A MOTION was made by Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner
Graves to introduce an ordinance for first reading establishing an Arts Commission
for the City of Salina; specifying the number of members, manner of appointment
and specifying their duties; creating the position of Director of Arts; amending
Article VII of Chapter 2 of the Salina Code and repealing the existing Article
VII.
Mrs. Martha Rhea, Cultural Arts Director, was present and explained
this proposed ordinance is an updating and refining of the present code.
Ordinance Passed:
Number:
A LETTER was received from the City Planning Commission recommending
the approval of the final plat of Nord Subdivision, as requested in Petition
Number 3600 which was filed by Kenneth Nordboe. A motion was made by Commissione
Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Graves to approve the final plat of Nord
Subdivision and authorize the Mayor to sign. Ayes: (4). Nays: (0). Motion
carried.
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A LETTER was received from the City Planning Commission recommending
the approval of the final plat of the Replat of Lot 22, Block 3, and Lot 9, Block
6, Dow Addition, as requested in Petition Number 3606 which was filed by George
Etherington. A motion was made by Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner
Weisgerber to approve the final plat of the Replat of Lot 22, Block 3, and Lot 9,
Block 6, Dow Addition and authorize the Mayor to sign. Ayes: (4). Nays: (0).
Motion carried.
Commissioner Duckers arrived at 4:32 p.m.
A LETTER was received from the City Planning Commission recommending
the denial of the rezoning of Lots 12, 13, 14, Block 5, Circle Addition from
District R-2 (Multiple Family) to District R-3 (Multiple Family) as requested in
Petition Number 3613 which was filed by Cloyde and Darvin Dent.
Mr. Tom Darnell, representing the petitioner, asked that the petition
be tabled until the petitioner has time to talk with the Planning Commission
about amending the zoning regulations to allow for multiple family zoning with
less density that the present R-3.
Mr. Rawlings said the Planning Commission is aware of the fact that
there is a difference between the old and new ordinances, and is not sure they
are ready to amend it.
The staff and commissioners discussed the present zoning districts and
the possibility of the developers using the Planned Development District.
A motion was made by Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner
Graves to table the matter for one week, so the City Planning Commission could
consider it at their meeting tomorrow (March 1, 1977).
Mr. Rawlings said the matter is not on the agenda for the City Planning
Commission, Tuesday, March 1st, and probably could not be considered.
Mr. Usher amended his motion to table the matter for 30 days.
Commissioner Graves seconded the motion. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
A LETTER was received from the City Planning Commission recommending
the denial of the rezoning of the East 2 of the NE -I, of Section 26-14-3, from
District RS (Single Family) to District R-2 (Multiple Family) as requested in
Petition Number 3618 which was filed by Dwight S. Tolle. A motion was made by
Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber to accept the recommendati
of the City Planning Commission and deny the petition. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0).
Motion carried.
A RESOLUTION was introduced and passed entitled: "A RESOLUTION authorizing
the temporary investment of approximately $500,000.00 of Idle Funds of the City
of Salina, Kansas." A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by
Commissioner Graves to adopt the Resolution as read and the following vote was
had: Ayes: Weisgerber, Duckers, Graves (3). Nays: (0). Mayor Simpson and
Commissioner Usher abstained. Carried. The Mayor approved the Resolution and it
is numbered 3307.
A RESOLUTION was introduced and passed entitled; "A RESOLUTION determini
the advisability of curbing, guttering, paving, grading, water main and services,
and sanitary sewer improvements, estimating the cost thereof, defining the
boundaries of the improvement district, method of assessment, and apportioning
the cost between the improvement district and the City -at -large." (Improvements
in Key Acres 2nd Addition, Wallerius, Dow, Park West, Country Hills Addition # 2
and Mayfair Additions - Engineering Project 77-614.) A motion was made by
Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner Duckers to adopt the Resolution as
read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Weisgerber, Duckers, Graves, Usher,
Simpson (5). Nays: (0). Carried. The Mayor approved the Resolution and it is
numbered 3308.
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PUBLIC AGENDA
PETITION NUMBER 3624 was filed by Kenneth Nordboe for water and sewer
lines to Blocks 1 and 2, Nord Subdivision. A motion was made by Commissioner
Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Usher to refer the petition to the City
Engineer for a report. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
PETITION NUMBER 3625 was filed by Donald H. Dieckhoff and Stanley R.
Livengood for the vacation of an east and west 20 foot utility easement in Block
10, Riker Addition, between Ohio and Lewis Streets. A motion was made by Commissi
Usher, seconded by Commissioner Graves to refer the petition to the City Engineer
for a recommendation. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
A CEREAL MALT BEVERAGE LICENSE APPLICATION was filed by Helen Leister,
d/b/a Red Kitten, 1108 Holiday. (New application). The City Clerk reported the
applicant has paid the required fee and the application has been approved by the
Health Department, Zoning Officer, and the Police Department. A motion was made
by Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner Duckers to approve the a0plication
and authorize the City Clerk to issue the license. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0).
Motion carried.
A CEREAL MALT BEVERAGE LICENSE APPLICATION was filed BY Richard L.
Crawford, d/b/a Mopseys # 2, 723 Bishop. (New application). The City Clerk
reported the applicant has paid the required fee and the application has been
approved by the Health Department, Zoning Officer, and the Police Department. A
motion was made by Commissioner Graves, seconded by Commissioner Usher to approve
the application and authorize the City Clerk to issue the license. Ayes: (5).
Nays: (0). Motion carried.
A CEREAL MALT BEVERAGE LICENSE APPLICATION was filed by Lenore Garcia.
d/b/a E1 Rancho, 624 Reynolds. (New application). The City Clerk reported the
applicant has paid the required fee and the application has been approved by the
Zoning Officer, the Police Department, and the applicant requests approval of
the license subject to the final approval by the Health Department. A motion was
made by Commissioner Duckers, seconded by Commissioner Graves to approve the
application subject to the final approval of the Health Department and authorize
the City Clerk to issue the license at that time. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion
carried.
A REQUEST was received by Sister Mary Lou Roberts, for $6,000.00 in
(Revenue Sharing funds for an Emergency Aid Program.
Sister Mary Lou Roberts, explained the Emergency Aid Program would be
a coordinated effort between the city and the churches to provide for the
emergency needs of people in this area, and to eliminate the duplication of
services.
Commissioner Weisgerber commented that the city is now in the process
of having a survey done now, by the United Way, to eliminate duplication of
(services, and to recommend services needed that are not now covered.
Mr. Ron Elwell, Director of the United Way, was present and reported
�the survey is progressing and that a one number contact, 24 hours a day would
be to an advantage in providing services.
Commissioner Usher asked if the assistance will be strictly to local
people?
Sister Mary Lou Roberts replied it would not be strictly for local
people, that they would also take care of transients.
Commissioner Usher said he would not be in favor of taking care of a
transient with city funds.
Sister Mary Lou Roberts, explained the money churches give will take
care of the transients, and that the City funds will be used for the salary of
the coordinator and space.
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Commissioner Usher asked how they intend to raise the additional
$16,000 in their budget?
Sister Mary Lou Roberts replied they are going to try to get money from
various agencies, but most of it will come from churches.
Commissioner Graves asked Police Chief Woody to speak to the transient
problem.
Chief Woody explained the Police Department's role is to check out the
transient people to see if they really do need help, and that the PD is a part
of the duplication of the process. He said we need to have someone take all the
funds and distribute them where they are needed.
Mrs. Wilma Ray, American Red Cross, was present and explained the
Emergency Aid Program will not be in lieu of the services regularly performed by
the different agencies, but will be in addition to their regular services.
Commissioner Graves suggested that the request be taken under advisement
for one week so it can be discussed with the Director of Human Resources.
Commissioner Usher asked about the absence of a representative of the
Salvation Army.
Sister Mary Lou Roberts said they did attend some meetings and they are
aware of the proposed program.
A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner
Duckers to refer the request to the Human Resources Director for her appraisal of I
the program, and that the request be considered with the other requests for
Revenue Sharing Funds. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
COMMISSION AGENDA
The City Attorney asked the City Commissioners to meet in executive
session at the completion of the regular items.
A motion was made by Commissioner Duckers, seconded by Commissioner
Graves to recess into executive session to discuss a letter of intent for an
industrial revenue bond request. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
The Commissioners recessed at 5:05 p.m. and reconvened at 5:45 p.m.
A MOTION was made by Commissioner Usher, seconded by Commissioner
Duckers that the Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned.
Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried.
D. L. HYrrison, City Clerk