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11-08-1971 Minutes1 1 1 City of Salina, Kansas Commissioner's Meeting November 8, 1971 The Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners' Room, City"County Building, on Monday, November 8, 1971, 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 Robert C. Caldwell, Chairman presiding Commissioner Leon L, Ashton Commissioner Norma G, Cooper Commissioner Mike Losik, Jr. Commissioner Jack Weisgerber comprising a quorum of the Board, also: L. 0. Bengtson, City Attorney W, E. Harris, Director of Administration D. L. Harrison, City Clerk Absent: Norris D. Olson, City Manager The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 1, 1971, were approved as mailed. STAFF AGENDA THE MAYOR PROCLAIMED November 8 - 14, 1971 - "YOUTH APPRECIATION WEEK". The proclamation was read by Allen Webber, President of the Optimist Club. THE MAYOR PROCLAIMED November 6 - 13, 1971 - "WELFARE AWARENESS WEEK IN SALINA." The proclamation was read by Rich Holston, a Kansas Wesleyan University Student. AN ORDINANCE was introduced for second reading entitled: "AN ORDINANCE annexing certain land to the City of Salina, Kansas, in conformity with the provisions of K.S.A. 1970 Supplement 12-520. (Country Hills Addition Number 1 - requested in Petition Number 3195, which was filed by George C. Etherington on September 14, 1971) A motion was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Ashton to adopt the ordinance as read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Ashton, Cooper, Losik, Weisgerber, Caldwell (5). Nays: (0). Carried, The Mayor approved the ordinance and it is numbered 8183. The ordinance was introduced for first reading November 1, 1971. AN ORDINANCE was introduced for second reading entitled: "AN ORDINANCE pertaining to regular and special meetings of the Board of Commissioners of the City of Salina, and providing for executive sessions thereof, amending Section 2-24 of The Salina Code and repealing the existing section." A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Losik to adopt the ordinance as read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Ashton, Cooper, Losik, Weisgerber, Caldwell (5). Nays: (0). Carried. The Mayor approved the ordinance and it is numbered 8184. The ordinance was introduced for first reading November 1, 1971. THE CITY ENGINEER reported on Petition Number 3204, which was filed by Jack N. Stewart on October 19, 1971 for the construction of sewer and water lines and facilities for Morton Addition to the City of Salina, Kansas. The City Engineer reported that the area between the City Limits and Morton Addition on Diamond Drive is not in the City Limits, and that it would be necessary to get an easement to install water and sewer lines across the property. The City Attorney stated the City can assess the property outside the city limits for improvements if a majority of the property owners signed a petition asking for the improvement. Mr. Jack Stewart, representing the petitioner, said steps are being taken to bring the area into the city limits. (This is a portion of the area to be annexed with County approval. The County Commissioners have not officially approved this yet.) b�, It was suggested that Mr. Stewart get a majority of the property owners to sign a petition for water and sewer improvements. Commissioner Weisgerber asked if this area could now be annexed because Morton Addition is in the city limits. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to refer the matter back to the City Engineer to get with Mr. Stewart and work out something with the other property owners in the area. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. THE CITY ENGINEER reported on Petition Number 3205, which was filed by Steven J. Hill on October 26, 1971, for the installation of water and sewer main on Woodland Avenue from Ohio Street to the east line of Lot 7, Block 1, Cloverdale Addition. The City Engineer reported that 26% of the property owners signed the petition in favor of the improvements and recommended the improvements be made. A motion was made by Commissioner Cooper, seconded by Commissioner Losik to deny the petition. Commissioner Weisgerber asked Commissioner Cooper why she wants the petition denied. She said she feels the petition is not sufficient, with only 26% signing in favor of the improvements. She has heard of no hardship cases or reports from the Health Department. She mentioned that this is a very modest area and feels a majority of the property owners should ask for the improvement. Commissioner Losik said the property owners owning 700 front feet are in favor of the improvement, and property owners owning 900 front feet are against it. Commissioner Weisgerber feels the improvement should be made because the owners who live there signed the petition. There is a lot of vacant land, and the improvements will upgrade the area. The Mayor called for a vote on the motion to deny the improvements. Ayes: Cooper, Losik: (2). Nays: Ashton, Weisgerber (2). Mayor Caldwell voted to break the tie and voted Aye, Motion carried. A LETTER was received from the Salina City Planning Commission requesting the City Commission change the name of Driftwood Road to Fairdale Road (in Riker Manor Addition). Commissioner Losik asked the City Planner when the street would be put through to connect Fairdale Road to Driftwood Road. The City Planner said it is up to the property owner, and at the present time the land is unplatted. The City Planner visited with the one resident on the street, and he has no objection, if it is properly signed. i A miction was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Losik to accept the recommendation of the Salina City Planning Commission to change the name of the street and to introduce an ordinance for first reading. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. Commissioner Losik suggested proper signs be installed immediately. Ordinance Passed: Number: A LETTER was received from The Salina City Planning Commission recommending the approval of Petition Number 3169, which was filed by Central Supply Company, Inc., for the rezoning of the West 2.5 feet of Lot 12, all of Lot 13, and the East 32.5 feet of Lot 14, Block 9, Replat of Garden Home Addition to District "EE" (Local Service District). A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to accept the recommendation of the Salina City Planning Commission and approve the rezoning and to introduce an ordinance for first reading. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. Ordinance Passed: Number: A LETTER was received from the Salina City Planning Commission recommending the denial of Petition Number 3198, which was filed by Francis Gorrell for the rezoning of Lots 2, 4, 6, and Lots 1, 3, 5, Block 16, Pacific Addition to District "F" (Light Industrial District). A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by I Commissioner Ashton to accept the Salina City Planning Commission recommendation and deny the petition. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. I Mrs. Nora Longbine, who lives in the area, was present, and wanted to see the petition denied, because .they are trying to upgrade the north end of town. A LETTER was received from the Salina City Planning Commission recommending the denial of Petition Number 3200, which was filed by Barbara Lamer for the rezoning of Lot 5, Sweeney Addition to District "D" (Local Business District). A motion was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Ashton to deny the petition. Ayes: (5), Nays: (0). Motion carried. i CITY ENGINEER filed preliminary estimates and feasibility report for proposed street improvements, water mains, sanitary sewers and storm sewers, which had been petitioned for by property owners. A motion was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to table it for one week because he feels the Commission has not had time to read and understand the Engineer's feasibility report. The Director of Administration suggested, by delaying action one week, they could include the Morton Addition Improvements in the feasibility report, which would then include all petitions on file, at the present time, for street improvements and water and sewer. The Mayor called for a vote on the motion to table for one week. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE was introduced entitled: "AN ORDINANCE making an appropriation for the payment of certain claims." (bills - $1,160,929.30). A motion was made by Commissioner Cooper, seconded by Commissioner Losik to approve the appropriation ordinance for $1,160,929.30, less the amount of $1,961.24, which Commissioner Cooper said is the cost of the two Commissioners going to Honolulu. Commissioner Cooper stated we are here to run the City as efficiently as possible, not to waste or spend taxpayers money on frivolous items, for benefits not needed. Commissioner Losik agreed with Mrs. Cooper, that the cost is too high for what you receive. Commissioner Ashton said we all represent the same people of Salina, andwe need to pull together to solve the problems. There is a need to hear other people's views and get new ideas, which you do at a meeting like this. The pre -commission meetings helped to solve a lot of differences. Commissioner Weisgerber mentioned he has been in private business and attended such meetings, and they are always helpful, and thought Commissioner Cooper would realize this if she attended one, The Mayor called for a vote on the motion to adopt the ordinance less the amount of $1,961,24. Ayes: Cooper, Losik (2). Nays: Ashton, Weisgerber, Caldwell (3). Motion did not carry. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber to adopt the ordinance as read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Ashton, Weisgerber, Caldwell (3). Nays: Cooper, Losik (2). Carried. The Mayor approved the ordinance and it is numbered A-1603. AN APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE was introduced and passed entitled: "AN ORDINANCE making an appropriation for the payment of certain claims." (payroll - $99,794.60) A motion was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to adopt the ordinance as read and the following vote was had: Ayes: Ashton, Cooper, Losik, Weisgerber, Caldwell (5). Nays: (0). Carried. The Mayor approved the ordinance and it is numbered A-1604. COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSIONER COOPER REQUESTED the City Commission award the contract for the 1971 Audit. A motion was made by Commissioner Cooper, seconded by Commissioner Losik to award the contract to Woods and Durham for the 1971 Audit. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. COMMISSIONER COOPER requested the City Commission review the Municipal Band Budget. Commissioner Cooper said at budget time the City Commissioners discussed the reconsideration of the $10,000.00 appropriated to the Municipal Band. She would like to see the City have a volunteer band. At the present time, $1,000.00 is spent for operating expenditures and $9,000.00 for band personnel salaries. She feels the members of the Municipal Band should be given a chance to serve on a volunteer basis, as any other board of commission. Commissioner Losik feels the upkeep of the instruments, uniforms and facilities should be paid from the $10,000.00, but no salaries. Commissioner Ashton feels the budget is tight, and they do a good deal with the money. They play in parades, concerts, and other functions during the year, and he does not feel the Silver Sabres can fill this type of request. The City Attorney suggested the City Commissioners ask for proposals from the different groups, on a set number of parades, concerts, etc., they would give, and present it to the City Commission for their consideration. Mayor Caldwell said the Silver Sabres is a performing band. They do a certain performance the entire year, which is not suitable for concerts. A motion was made by Commissioner Cooper, seconded by Commissioner Losik to have the City Commission reconsider the kind of service it wants from a Municipal Band and to talk with the present Municipal Band about this. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. COMMISSIONER LOSIK asked the City Commission to establish standards and requirements for Merchant Police, Commissioner Losik moved that the City Attorney be I instructed to get together with the Police Department, Sheriff's Office, Attorney General and establish standards and requirements for merchant police. Commissioner f j Cooper seconded the motion. Commissioner Ashton asked the Director of Safety about Merchant Police. The Director of Safety replied that the ordinance compares the Merchant Policeman to a night watchman, and that there has been good cooperation with them, and they have been a great help to the City. The City might require him to attend the Law Enforcement Academy or take a course with the Police Department. They are allowed to carry firearms, like any other citizen, as long as they are not concealed. e The Mayor called for a vote on the motion that the City Attorney establish I standards and requirements for Merchant Police. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. i j COMMISSIONER LOSIK asked the City Commission about the meeting dates, and how many days are not available due to legal holidays, other meetings, etc. i Commissioner Losik said the Commission might consider changing to another date, but he doesn't want to. He would like it to be reviewed by the Director of Administration by the next meeting, to see how many Mondays are not available due to legal holidays and other meetings. Mayor Caldwell said the Commission can call a special meeting any time there are items to be discussed, that cannot wait for a regular meeting. i i Commissioner Ashton said the holidays could be used for executive sessions for items such as board appointments, and various different field trips. Commissioner Weisgerber would like to leave it as it is. i The Director of Administration showed the City Commissioners a calendar of 1971. There are 6 holidays on Monday in 1971, and there will be 7 in 1972 because Christmas will fall on a Monday. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber I j to leave the Commission meeting day on Monday, as they are at the present time, and if the need arises to call a special meeting. Ayes: (3). Nays: (1). Commissioner Cooper abstained. Motion carried. i COMMISSIONER LOSIK asked the City Commission to review purchasing practices. (Reference to, but not limited to, receiving bids on all city insurance) Commissioner Losik thinks the City is spending way too much money for insurance and thinks it should get the best coverage for each dollar spent. A couple of years ago, the City took bids for insurance on emergency vehicles only, but are no longer required to do so. He would like to see the City Commission take bids on all insurance. Commissioner Cooper asked the City Attorney if the State had done the same thing as the City. He said he did not know what she was referring to. Mr. Murl Richmond read a prepared statement concerning the Salina Insurance Board and what it has done for Salina during the past years. He said Salina gets as good coverage for each premium dollar spent as anywhere in the country. He stated that the Board spends several hours each year working on insurance information, etc. for the City. Commissioner Losik likes the competitive situation and wants the City to take bids to see if we are getting the best coverage for each dollar spent. Commissioner Weisgerber asked Murl Richmond about the State Universities. Mr. Richmond said they fell into the bidding trap, and got cancelled when trouble hit at Kansas University. Commissioner Weisgerber asked Mr. Richmond how many belong to the Salina Insurance Board. Mr. Richmond said the Board is no one agency or company, that it is seven agencies, and about sixty agents. Mr. Richmond said Wichita took bids on emergency vehicles and got cancelled in mid year. Commissioner Losik moved, in view of the facts presented, he would still like to have the City take bids on all city insurance. The motion died for lack of a second. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber to use the same procedure to buy all city insurance as we have done in the past. Ayes: Ashton, Weisgerber (2). Nays: Losik (1). Commissioner Cooper and Mayor Caldwell abstained. PUBLIC AGENDA A LETTER was received from Shaver and Company requesting permission to install signs outside the covered walkway at the southeast corner of Santa Fe and Walnut. The Director of Administration recommended that the City Commission deny the request because it would be in violation of the Salina Code, and to approve the request would require an amendment to the ordinance. Commissioner Ashton said if it is approved, the City would have signs all up and down the sidewalk. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to deny the request, Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. A REQUEST was received for right-of-way easement from the City of Salina, with Rural Water District #3, in the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) of Section Twenty-three (23) and the Northeast Quarter (NE 1/4) of Section Twenty-four (24), Township 15 South, Range 3 West of the Sixth Principal Meridian. The Directcr of Administration stated this had been approved by the City Attorney and the City Engineer. One crossing had been approved by the Corps of Engineers, and the other was in the process of being approved. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber to authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement upon final approval of the Corps of Engineers. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. PETITION NUMBER 3207 was filed by Dunlap Auto Inc., 221 North Santa Fe Avenue, for the rezoning of Lots 4 and 5 plus the South 87 feet of Lots 2 and 3, Replat of the West 1/2 of Block 10, Riker Addition, from Districts "D" and "A" to District "EE" (Local Service District). A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to refer the petition to the Salina City Planning Commission. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0)., Motion carried. PETITION NUMBER 3208 was filed by M. Ethel Reeder for the denial of the installation line of Lot of water and 7, Block 1, Cloverdale sewer main on Woodland Avenue from Ohio Street to the east Addition. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Losik to accept the petition and instruct the City Clerk to file. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. I MR. RICHARD WORTH, Executive Director of the Housing Authority, and Don McPhail, Chairman of the Housing Authority appeared before the City Commissioners to I request approval of a change in the housing application. ! Mr. Worth stated that the funds are reserved for 100 existing houses, and requested the application (for low rent housing) be changed from 60 existing units and 20 new construction to 100 existing units. He said FHA is getting out of the leasing business; they have some 200 houses, and would like the Housing Authority to purchase 100. Commissioner Losik asked if the houses are completely rejuvenated. Mr. Worth said some have been, but the ones that have not been, the cost is deducted from the purchase price. The cost of bringing tifie houses to 235 standards is approximately $5,000 each. Commissioner Cooper asked Mr. Worth if HUD put their suggestion in writing. Mr. Worth said they came in person, and wanted the Housing Authority to change their application. Mr. Worth said the Housing Authority now has 153 houses leased from all sources, 68 FHA houses are to be cancelled leaving 85; they want to purchase 100 units, making 185 units available. This is a net gain of 32 houses. A motion was made by Commissioner Ashton, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber to accept the request of the Housing Authority and amend the application from 60 existing units and 20 new construction, to 100 existing units. Ayes: Ashton, Cooper, Weisgerber, Caldwell (4). Nays: Losik (1). Motion carried. MR. D. L. JARBOE, Chairman of Youth Activities of the Civitan of Salina, appeared before the City Commissioners concerning a Mayor's Cup (a traveling trophy) for the winner of the Salina Central -Salina South football game each year. A motion j was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber that the request be approved. Commissioner Ashton said he thinks it is a wonderful idea. Commissioner Losik said the Civitan Club is doing a fine job without a lot of fanfare, The Mayor called for a vote on the motion to approve the request for a Mayor's Cup. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. DR. LIVINGSTON, was again present asking the City Commissioners to demolish the buildings and clear the site for the proposed Salina Community Theatre. Commissioner Ashton asked the Director of Administration if the City crews could do it. The Director of Administration said if the City Commission said to do it, we would do it, but other jobs would be sacrificed, I Commissioner Weisgerber asked if there are any funds available in Contingencies. The Director of Administration said there is probably six or seven thousand dollars in the fund at this time. Dr. Livingston stated they would like to let contracts for the construction of the building in February, and Virg Lundberg would like 90 days to get the tennants out. I ' I City Attorney said the City cannot clear the site with City funds until the property is in the City's name. Dr. Livingston said the contract states the City does not get the land and building until the building is completed, j Commissioner Losik wondered if, from a legal standpoint, the Salina Community Theatre could pay for the demolition and the City reimburse them, when the building is completed. The Director of Administration suggested the City be given a week to get together with the Director of Services and a wrecking firm and the Salina Community Theatre, to see what the cost might be for clearing the site. I A motion was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Weisgerber to table for one week. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. i E i i D u A LETTER was received from Carl Ramsey, of the Siler Agency, asking the City Commissioners about the possibility of the City selling a tract of land located east of North US 81 and south of the flood control dike. A motion was made by Commissioner Losik, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to refer it to the City Engineer for a report. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried, A LETTER was received from Lee Haworth Construction Company, Inc., requesting a re-evaluation of Resolution Number 3064. This is the Resolution which requires a petitioner to pay 50% of the improvements in an undeveloped area. A motion was made by Commissioner Weisgerber, seconded by Commissioner Cooper to refer the request to the City Engineer and Planning Department for a report to see if they can come up with suggestions and ideas. Commissioner Losik read from the minutes of April, 1970, when the Resolution was passed, The Commission made a decision at this previous meeting and it should stand. Commissioner Weisgerber feels we have two special situations now, that need reviewing. Commissioner Ashton suggested that a surety bond be put up (for approximately $15.00 a thousand) to guarantee the 50% required, so the contractors working capital would not be tied up. Commissioner Losik suggested the Resolution should be changed at this time. The Director of Administration said this particular petition for improvements is .included in the feasibility report, which has been tabled one week. The Mayor called for a vote on the motion to refer the request to the City Engineer and City Planner for a report. Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. A motion was made by Commissioner Cooper, seconded by Commissioner Ashton that the Regular Meeting be adjourned, Ayes: (5). Nays: (0). Motion carried. r D. L. Harrison, City Clerk