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CITY OF SALINA, KANSAS
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
March 13, 2023
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. A 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), Trent W.
Davis , M.D., Greg Lenkiewicz, Bill Longbine and Karl Ryan.
Also present: Mike Schrage , City Manager, Jacob Wood , Deputy City Manager; Greg
Bengtson, City Attorney; and Jo Vonna A. Rutherford, City Clerk.
AW ARDS AND PROCLAMATIONS
(3.1) Recognition of the week of March 12-18, 2023 , as MS Awareness Week in the City
of Salina. Brent Kirkhart, Salina, Kansas , read the proclamation.
(3.2) Recognition of the month of March, 2023 , as Theatre in Our Schools Month in the
City of Salina. Emily Streeter, a theatre student at Salina South High School , and
Camille Morris , a theatre student at Salina Central High School read the
proclamation.
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR A CERTAIN TIME
(4.1) Conduct a public hearing and provide direction regarding a Tennis Complex Naming
Rights Agreement and Agreement Related to Funding & Construction of Tennis
Building Renovations.
Mike Schrage, City Manager, briefly explained the process of facility naming and the
proposed variance to the ex isting policy.
Clark Renfro , Salina Tennis Alliance , acknowledged they are aware of the variance and are
in agreement.
23-0067 Moved by Commissioner Ryan, seconded by Commissioner Davis , to find public interest is served
by granting the requested variances from the City 's policy requirements that (1) the Parks &
Recreation Advisory Board review the naming initiative and make an advisory recommendation to
the City Commission within forty-five (45) days of receipt of a naming initiative for a qualified
municipal facility; and , (2) the City Commission conduct a public hearing and consider a naming
initiative within thirty (3 0) calendar days of receiving the recommendation of the related board; and
that the City Commission proceed with the public hearing scheduled on its agenda for today 's
regular meeting , notice of which has been timely published. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried .
Mayor Hoppock opened the public hearing.
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Jeff Hammond, Director of Parks and Recreation, explained the request, fiscal impact and
action options.
A very lengthy discussion ensued related to commitment, cash value , interest,
reimbursement of interest, interest rate , source of city 's cash, issuance cost, risk factors for
the city , obligations of the city , legal rights and remedies for the city , standard term ,
agreement to be binding upon future governing bodies , inability to proceed with project until
funds are received, fundraising , private financing, other means of financing, operational
expenses, tennis complex revenues , building renovation, total cost, concerns with setting
precedence of the city acting as a bank, funding agreement, economic impact potential ,
condition of plumbing in the building, potential roof replacement and update on public entry
system usage.
Ben Windholz, Salina, Kansas , stated he was not against the sport of tennis but was against
partnerships that become a burden on the city and escalate in cost. Mr. Windholz also
commented on concentrating on essential city services and cutting back on special projects.
Norman Mannel, Salina, Kansas , shared his thoughts on naming and financing public
property.
Jon Blanchard, Salina, Kansas , provided his opinions on the proper role of government and
the need for better agreements as well as suggested the matter be paused and revisited.
Discussion then continued on the subjects of public/private partnerships , guidelines for
future projects, current condition of the building, ownership of building, facility usage ,
funding agreement, opposition to city financing , private financing , term of financing ,
naming rights, renovation of building, and use of taxpayer dollars.
Clark Renfro , on behalf of Salina Tennis Alliance , stated the opportunity was present; and ,
as discussions progressed, he was optimistic a solution could be reached.
Commissioner Davis thanked JRI Hospitality for its willingness to invest in the community .
23-0068 Moved by Commissioner Davis , seconded by Commissioner Hoppock, to postpone consideration of
the naming rights and funding agreements and continue the public hearing until the regular meeting
scheduled for March 27 , 2023. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
(5.1) Approve the minutes of March 6, 2023.
Moved by Commissioner Ryan, seconded by Commissioner Davis , to approve the consent agenda
as presented. Aye : (5). Nay (0). Motion carried .
Mike Schrage, City Manager, announced that Item 7.3 was to be removed from the agenda
at the request of the applicant and noted the housing RFP proposals were not on the agenda.
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ADMINISTRATION
(6.1) Approve Ordinance No. 23-11145, on second reading, vacating the North 100 feet of
the ten foot (1 O') alley running north-south between Lots 173 and 175 on Seventh
Street and Lots 174 and 176 on Santa Fe Avenue in the Original Townsite of Salina,
Saline County, Kansas.
Mayor Hoppock recused himself.
Vice Mayor Longbine stated Ordinance No. 23-11145 was passed on first reading on March
6, 2023. Since that time, no comments have been received.
Moved by Commissioner Davis, seconded by Commissioner Lenkiewicz, to approve Ordinance No.
23-11145, on second reading. A roll call vote was taken. Aye: (4). Nay (0). Motion carried.
Mayor Hoppock rejoined the meeting.
(6.2) Biennial consideration of Section 888 Special Alcohol funding requests for the 2022-
2023 funding period and authorize the City Manager to execute funding agreements
with selected vendors.
Debbie Pack, Director of Finance and Administration, explained the request, fiscal impact
and action options.
Shane Hudson, President and CEO of CKF Addiction Treatment, provided information on
CKF, the request for funding, and the acquisition of the Dunbar School building and
associated modular buildings from St. Francis Ministries.
Susan Montague, St. Francis Ministries, shared the proposed use for funds requested and
services available.
Darrell Burgoon and Cheryl Calhoun, Ashby House, shared information about the programs
offered and funding proposed.
Michelle Callum, Director, 28th Judicial District Community Corrections, explained the
program and funding request.
A brief discussion followed which included local agencies, services offered, funding, and
distribution options.
23-0071 Moved by Commissioner Longbine, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to allocate Special Alcohol
Funds utilizing Option No. 2, proportional distribution with cap utilizing percentages provided, and
authorizing the City Manager to execute related agreements. Aye: (5). Nay (0). Motion carried.
(6.3) Approve Resolution No. 23-8119 in support of the City of Salina becoming a POW-
MIA City(sm).
Mike Schrage, City Manager, explained the request, fiscal impact and action options.
Steve Murrison, Salina, Kansas, briefly explained the process.
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~ 23-0072 Moved by Commissioner Longbine, seconded by Commissioner Ryan, to approve Resolution No.
23-8119 in support of the City of Salina becoming a POW-MIA City(sm). Aye : (5). Nay (0).
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p .m.
DEVELOPMENT BUSINESS
(7.1) Approve Ordinance No. 23-11146, on first reading, changing the zoning district
classification of property located at 509 E . Elm Street from I-2 (Light Industrial) to
C-1 (Restricted Business) to unify the zoning of the CKF campus and to allow
addiction treatment housing on property CKF is acquiring from Saint Francis
Community Services , Inc.
Dean Andrew, Director of Planning, explained the request, fiscal impact and action options .
Commissioner Longbine commented that he enjoyed reading the history of the building and
Commissioner Hoppock added that he was glad they did not tear it down.
23-0073 Moved by Commissioner Davis , seconded by Commissioner Longbine, to approve Ordinance No .
23-11146, on first reading, changing the zoning district classification of the west half of the former
Dunbar school site as requested. Aye: (5). Nay (0). Motion carried.
(7.2) Approve Resolution No. 23-8118 adopting an amendment to the Building Kansas ,
LLC Rural Housing Incentive District Development Agreement.
Lauren Driscoll , Director of Community & Development Services , explained the request ,
fiscal impact and action options.
Lance Cochran, Salina, Kansas , confirmed the request was for Phase 1.
A short discussion developed related to construction timeline, funding process and usage of
natural gas in the development.
Jon Blanchard, Salina, Kansas , shared his thoughts on the development.
23-0074 Moved by Commissioner Davis , seconded by Commissioner Ryan, to approve Resolution No. 23-
8118 resolution of amendment for the Building Kansas , LLC RHID Development Agreement. Aye:
(5). Nay (0). Motion carried .
OTHER BUSINESS
Commissioner Davis inquired about status of formal citizen board training. Jacob Wood ,
Deputy City Manager, stated there was no formal training program; however, board liaisons
conducted training annually .
Commissioner Davis mentioned a billboard near the downtown elevator mural being a
distraction from the art.
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Mike Schrage, City Manager, provided a brief summary of a visit to Topeka last week,
organized by the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce, for the purpose of relaying concerns
on the proposed elimination of sales tax on food to state legislators.
CITIZENS FORUM
Norman Mannel, Salina, Kansas, shared that there was a train derailment last week in
McPherson which was a chemical hazard.
Tonya Greer, Salina, Kansas, shared her thoughts on crime in her neighborhood, issues with
the Salina Municipal Court and return of her dog.
Mike Schrage, City Manager, confirmed the Salina Municipal Court has authority over
return of Ms. Greer's dog and the City Manager's office cannot be of assistance in the
matter.
Jon Blanchard, Salina, Kansas, thanked those who traveled to Topeka. Mr. Blanchard also
spoke about homelessness, population numbers, the housing RFP process, and great
representation of the community by the KWU men's basketball team.
Ben Windholz, Salina, Kansas, shared his thoughts about the underground cable work being
performed by Delta Communications.
ADJOURNMENT
23-0076 Moved by Commissioner Ryan, seconded by Commissioner Davis, that the regular meeting of the
Board of City Commissioners be adjourned. Aye: (5). Nay: (0). Motion carried. The meeting
adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
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[SEAL] Michael L. Hoppock, Mayor
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