08-16-2004 MinutesCommission
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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 16, 2004
4:00 p.m.
The City Commission convened at 2:30 p.m. in a Study Session for a Bicentennial Center pre-C.I.P.
facility review. 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 Monte Shadwick, Chairman presiding
Commissioner Deborah P. Divine
Commissioner Alan E. Jilka
Commissioner Paul G. Webb
comprising a quorum of the Board, also present:
Dennis M. Kissinger, City Manager
Greg Bengtson, City Attorney
Lieu Ann Elsey, City Clerk
Absent: Commissioner Donnie D. Marrs
CITIZEN FORUM
None.
AWARDS - PROCLAMATIONS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(5.1) City Commission action pertaining to the adoption and related matters for the 2005 City
of Salina budget.
(5.1 a) Public hearing to take comments regarding the proposed 2005 budget.
(5. lb) Resolution No. 04-6108 adopting the 2005 budget.
(5.1 c) Resolution No. 04-6109 providing for the appropriation, by fund, of the budget
of the City of Salina for the year beginning January 1, 2005.
(5.1d) Resolution No. 04-6110 adopting the City of Salina's Position Classification
and Salary Schedule, effective January 1, 2005.
(5.1 e) Resolution No. 04-6111 establishing various fees for services in the City of �
Salina.
(5.1 f) Allocation of agency grants from the general fund.
(5.1 g) Approval of updated 2004 Capital Improvement Program and Sub-CIP
Mayor Shadwick opened the public hearing.
Rodney Franz, Director of Finance and Administration, noted that the notice of public
hearing was published on July 30, 2004. Mr. Franz continued to explain that the following resolutions
adopts the 2005 budget with an established mill levy of 24.013 mills, provides for the appropriation
of the budget, adopts the Position Classification and Salary Schedule, and amends water, wastewater,
sanitation, emergency medical services, and golf membership/patron card fees. He also commented
on the allocation of agency grants from the general fund and the updated 2004 Capital Improvements
Program and sub-C.I.P.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to adopt Resolution No.
04-6108. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to adopt Resolution
No. 04-6109. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Webb, seconded by Commissioner Divine, to adopt Resolution
No. 04-6110. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to adopt Resolution
No. 04-6111. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, commented on the agencies' requests and the request for
funding for the Fekas Christmas Dinner for 2004.
Bill Fekas, commented on the need for funding due to donation shortages. Mr. Fekas then
responded to Mayor Shadwick's and Commissioner Jilka's questions regarding the number of people
served and the approximate cost of the event.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to allocate $2,500
out of the Special Contingency Fund in the General Fund in 2004 for the Fekas Christmas Dinner.
Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Mayor Shadwick listed the requests as follows:
Municipal Band $15,325
P.A.S.S. Time (Middle School/After School Program) $5,000
Hotline (Taxi Voucher -Operating) $22,000
Commission on Aging (Taxi Discount -Operating) $17,000
OCCK (Bus/Van-Operating) $70,000
SKYFIRE $2,500
Kansas Army National Guard (Facility Expenses) $2,000
Bill Fekas (Christmas Dinner Expense) $2,500
Moved by Commissioner Divine to allocate agency grants from the General Fund as
requested. Motion died for lack of second.
Moved by Commissioner Webb, seconded by Commissioner Jilka, to allocate agency grants
from the General Fund with the exception of the Kansas Army National Guard request. Aye: (3).
Nay: (1) Divine. Motion carried.
Moved by Commissioner Webb, seconded by Commissioner Divine, to approve the
updated 2004 Capital Improvement Program and sub-C.I.P. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(5.2) Resolution No. 04-6112 consenting to the levy of 2.795 mills on each dollar assessed
tangible valuation of the property within the City of Salina for the year 2004 for use by Salina Airport
Authority in 2005 for the purpose of making capital improvements and General Obligation debt
service at the Salina Municipal Airport and Salina Airport Industrial Center.
Mayor Shadwick opened the public hearing.
Dennis Kissinger, City Manager, explained for the tax year 2004-2005, the Salina Airport
Authority is requesting approval of a mill levy totaling 2.795. Mr. Kissinger also noted that Tim
Rogers, Executive Director of the Salina Airport was available for any questions.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Divine, to adopt Resolution
No. 04-6112. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
(6.1) Approve the minutes of August 9, 2004.
(6.2) Award bid for purchase of one vehicle from Long McArthur, Inc. in the amount of $12,942
for the Neighborhood Services Division.
(6.3) Award of contract for two street painting machines from Diamond Vogel Paints in the
amount of $8,755 for the Traffic Control Division.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to approve the consent
agenda as presented. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Application #Z04-10 (filed by Kevin and Margret Hilkemann, d.b.a. R.V. Interiors, Inc.) j
requesting a change in zoning district classification from C-5 (Service Commercial) to I-2 (Light
Industrial) on property legally described as Lots 13 and 15, Block 6, Pacific Addition and addressed
as 804 N. 8t" Street.
(7.1 a) First reading Ordinance No. 04-10227.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained the request,
conformance with the comprehensive plan, and the Planning Commission's recommendation.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Divine, Commissioner Webb, City
Manager Dennis Kissinger, and Mr. Andrew regarding the differences between C-5 and I-2 zoning,
I-2 zoning uses, the corridor study for the area, zoning classifications for the surrounding properties,
a possible planned development district, and use of a variance for C-5 zoning.
Randall Holm, representing Uptown Apartments, located at 801 N. Santa Fe, expressed
his opposition on the change of zoning district classification and felt that it would have a negative
impact.
John Fingers, representing Uptown Apartments, located at 801 N. Santa Fe, expressed his
opposition on the change of zoning district classification and how it would affect their property. Mr.
Finger expressed that any industrial zoning in the area would hurt his organization's chances of
obtaining any tax credits for housing. Mr. Finger then responded to Commissioner Jilka's questions
regarding denial of the organization's past tax exemption application and timeline as to when the
development should take place.
Kevin Hilkemann, applicant, commented on his request and his business being an asset for
the area. Mr. Hilkemann then responded to Commissioner Jilka question regarding the expenses that
he would have to endure if C-5 zoning was to stay in place.
Mr. Holm commented on the state's approval of past tax exemption applications for the
Salina area.
A discussion followed between the City Commission, Mr. Andrew, Mr. Kissinger, and
City Attorney Greg Bengtson on zoning variances and planned development zoning.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Jilka,, to return Application
#Z04-10 to the Planning Commission for consideration of an industrial planned development district
or a new zoning district category in between C-5 and I-2. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) Application #Z04-17 (filed by David Ash of Ash Enterprises) requesting a change in
zoning district classification from C-5 (Service Commercial) to I-2 (Light Industrial) on property
legally described as the South 10 feet of Lot 14 and all of Lots 16, 18 and 20, Block 6, Pacific
Addition and addressed as 801 and 811 North Seventh Street.
(7.2a) First reading Ordinance No. 04-10228.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained the request
and the Planning Commission's recommendation.
John Fingers, representing Uptown Apartments, located at 801 N. Santa Fe, explained that
for the same reasons expressed in the previous application the zoning district should not be changed.
Mr. Fingers asked that the same action be taken on the application.
David Ash, applicant, commented on the request and explained that the purchase of the
property would rely on the zoning change.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to return Application
#Z04-17 to the Planning Commission for consideration of an industrial planned development district
or a new zoning district category in between C-5 and I-2. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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Mayor Shadwick asked for a five minute break. The City Commission recessed at 5:16
p.m. and reconvened at 5:21 p.m.
ADMINISTRATION
(8.1) Second reading Ordinance No. 04-10226 levying special assessments against certain lots
and pieces of property to pay the cost of abatement of nuisances.
Mayor Shadwick noted that Ordinance No. 04-10226 was passed on first reading on
August 9, 2004 and since that time no comments have been received.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to adopt Ordinance
No. 04-10226 on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4) Divine, Jilka, Webb, Shadwick.
Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.2) Award of contract for the underground irrigation system for the new soccer fields at Bill
Burke Park, Project No. 04-1484.
Steve Snyder, Director of Parks and Recreation, explained the project, quotes received, and
project funding.
A discussion followed between Mayor Shadwick, Commissioner Webb, and City
Engineer Brad Johnson regarding project approval from the Corps of Engineers and utility pole
relocation.
Moved by Commissioner Webb, seconded by Commissioner Divine., to award the contract
for the underground irrigation system for the new soccer fields at Bill Burke Park to Professional
Sprinkler Installation in the amount of $25,841.52. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.3) Agreement with Bucher, Willis, & Ratliff Corporation for the design of a Downtown
Signal Improvement Master Plan in the amount of $24,207.
Commissioner Divine excused herself from the quorum due to conflict of interest.
Brad Johnson, City Engineer, explained the improvements and the agreement. Mr.
Johnson noted that the agreement would include the intersections of Iron Avenue and Seventh Street;
Iron Avenue and Santa Fe Avenue; Iron Avenue and Fifth Street/Fourth and Iron Avenue railroad
crossing; Walnut Street and Santa Fe Avenue; and Mulberry Street and Santa Fe Avenue.
A discussion followed between Kenzil Lynn of Bucher, Willis & Ratliff, Gayle Martin of
Salina Downtown, Inc., City Manager Dennis Kissinger, and Mr. Johnson regarding possible
aesthetics.
Moved by Commissioner Jilka, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to authorize an
agreement with Bucher, Willis, & Ratliff Corporation for the design of the Downtown Signal
Improvement Master Plan in the amount of $24,207. Aye: (3). Nay: (0). Abstain: (1) Divine. Motion
carried.
Commissioner Divine returned.
(8.4) Resolution No. 04-6113 authorizing an engineering agreement with Wilson & Company
for the design of infrastructure improvements on west Grand Avenue.
Martha Tasker, Director of Utilities, explained the improvements, agreement and funding.
She continued to explain that the Commission could approve the entire contract under Option 1 (field
surveys and mapping, water distribution system design, and master utility plan) or Option 2 that would
only include water distribution system improvements (field surveys and mapping and water
distribution system design).
Ms. Tasker then responded to Commissioner Webb's questions regarding phasing of the
improvements.
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Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to adopt Resolution
No. 04-6113 and approving Option 1. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
(8.5) Staff report on the redevelopment of city property located at 130 West Prescott.
Michael Morgan, Deputy City Manager, explained that in April of 2002, the City
Commission authorized the purchase of the property located at 130 W. Prescott to stabilize the
property and maintain it while allowing for better planning of the area due to the property being within
a historic district. Mr. Morgan continued to summarize the proposals city staff have received from
Ernie & Judy Frances (Enterprise, Kansas), Christina Keats (Salina, Kansas) and the Salina Regional
Health Foundation.
Mayor Shadwick thanked Mr. Morgan and city staff for their work on this project.
Jeff Swanson, 819 Yale Avenue, representing Ms. Keats, commented on the future plans
for the property if awarded the proposal.
Tom Martin, representing the Salina Regional Health Foundation, commented on the
foundation's proposal of the property and the possibility of restoring the house to be used by
outpatients from the new cancer center.
Melanie Terrill, 450 S. Eighth Street, commented on heritage conservation and the historic
district guidelines. Ms. Terrill also asked the City Commission of the status of the Hospital -Medical
land use plan.
Jim Foley, 211 W. Prescott, commented on his support of the rehabilitation of the house.
Douglas Mull 534 S. Eighth Street, commented on his support of the rehabilitation of the
house.
A discussion followed between Mayor Shadwick, Commissioner Divine and City Manager
Dennis Kissinger regarding the heritage conservation guidelines, the historic district, and bid
alternatives.
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Webb, to accept the proposal
from Christina Keats and purchase price of $35,100. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
Commissioner Divine asked staff to provide a timeline of when the Hospital -Medical
district plan would be presented.
None.
OTHER BUSINESS
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Commissioner Divine, seconded by Commissioner Jillka, that the Regular
Meeting of the Board of Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (4). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The
meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.
Monte Shadwick, Mayor
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