10-12-2020 Minutes CITY OF SALINA,KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
October 12,2020
4:00 p.m.
Mayor Hoppock asked the Clerk for verification that notice had been sent for today's City
Commission meeting. The Clerk replied yes.
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 Michael L. Hoppock (presiding), Commissioners
Trent W. Davis,M.D.,Rod Franz,Melissa Rose Hodges,and Karl Ryan.
Also present: Michael Schrage,City Manager;Jacob Wood, Deputy City Manager;Greg Bengtson,
City Attorney;and Cheryl Mermis,Deputy City Clerk.
AWARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
(3.1) The month of October, 2020 as "Bullying Prevention Month" in the city of Salina.
Dominic Freeland, Gabriel Freeland, Andrew Graber, Camille Graber, Keira
Hoffman,and Sofia Torres read the proclamation and announced associated events.
(3.2) The month of October, 2020 as"Domestic Violence Awareness Month" in the city of
Salina. Abby Hunter, Victim Advocate with DVACK read the proclamation and
announced associated events.
CITIZENS FORUM
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
None.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of October 5,2020.
(6.2) Resolution No. 20-7887 authorizing the Mayor to sign an Agreement to Lengthen
the Tolling Period in the Consent Decree, which relates to the Former Schilling Air
Force Base Site.
Commissioner Ryan noted the minutes from October 5, 2020 were originally published with
an error but have been corrected.
20-0340 Moved by Commissioner Ryan, and seconded by Commissioner Hodges, to approve the consent
agenda as presented. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
ADMINISTRATION
(7.1) Resolution No. 20-7879 authorizing the Mayor to execute an Amended and Restated
Sidewalk Café License Agreement with PB&J Restaurants,Inc.
Lauren Driscoll, Director of Community & Development Services, explained the amended
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and restated agreement,fiscal impact and action options.
Commissioner Hodges asked if today's discussion would address the punch list of
outstanding concerns with the downtown project. Michael Schrage, City Manager, stated
that staff would continue to gather information and schedule for next week.
w Jon Blanchard, Salina, thanked the Mayor and Vice-Mayor for their time and response to
his email communication and their participation in a telephone conversation. Mr.
Blanchard provided his thoughts on the need to relocate two light fixtures at YaYa s, to
accommodate a safe pedestrian walkway.
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A conversation ensued between the City Commission and Ms. Driscoll regarding some
perceived pedestrian traffic obstacles on the downtown walkway associated with the
outdoor dining space.
Ms. Driscoll stated that she would reach out the accessibility advisory board, ask them to
review aerial graphics and ask for their feedback on optimal routes with regards to ADA
compliance,prior to proposing final code.
20-0342 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Franz, to direct staff to move the
south light pole to a location that resolves the violation. Aye: (4). Nay: (1) Ryan. Motion carried.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(8.1) Resolution No. 20-7889 consider request for an exception to Section 42-63(a) of the
Zoning Ordinance to allow the construction of an enclosed walkway over a public
utility easement at the Tony's Pizza plant site at 3019 Scanlan Avenue.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, affected utilities, possible
findings and action options.
A conversation ensued with the City Commission and Mr. Andrew regarding the current
utility conflicts with the property owner, protection of public utility easements, and
maintaining utility providers' access to that area.
Commissioner Davis asked if the utility providers were satisfied with the proposal. Mr.
Andrew stated they did not object as long as the protective sleeves were put in place, to
protect the city's public water line and fiber optic line.
20-0343 Moved by Commissioner Hodges, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to approve Resolution No.
20-7889, a request for an exception to Section 42-63(a) of the zoning ordinance to allow the
construction of an enclosed walkway over a public utility easement at the Tony's Pizza Plant at
3019 Scanlan Avenue. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
Commissioner Franz made a suggestion to add one study session per month for the next
five months and before the budget process,to discuss the identified goals from the strategic
planning session and propose possible changes for implementation.
Michael Schrage, City Manager stated the need for the Commissioners to address
permitting signs during general meetings. Mr. Schrage further stated that legal counsel
had conducted some research on the First Amendment aspect in preparation for the next
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public forum.
111 Greg Bengtson, City Attorney stated he would like some direction from the Commission,
whether to establish a policy on handheld signs/placards; regulate time and place or
prohibit. Following a discussion, it was the consensus of the Commissioners to have a
more extensive statement that addressed meeting decorum. Mike Schrage, City Manager,
stated that staff will work on the language, staff will prepare more descriptive language for
the Commissioner's consideration at the next meeting.
William Heany, Salina, stated that he was is full support of First Amendment Rights and
letting everyone have a chance to speak freely without interruptions, distractions, or
0 aggressive interactions from other citizens.
ADJOURNMENT
20-0344 Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Franz, that the regular meeting of the
Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The meeting
adjourned at 5:15 p.m.
[SEAL] Michael L. Ho ,Mayor
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Shandi Wicks,CMC,City Clerk
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