CITY OF ANTHONY

Recorded

February 15, 2010

The Board of Commissioners of the City of Anthony, Kansas met in regular session at 8:30 a.m. with Mayor Barbara Muse presiding and the following Commissioners present: Dickey, Hammersmith, Hall, and Tedder. Absent: None. Also present were Don Heidrick, City Clerk/Administrator; Grant K. Sechler, Jr., City Superintendent; John Blevins, Chief of Police; Amber Schmitz of the Anthony Republican; Shawn Catlin of the Harper County Herald; Donna Crowe, Cynthia Clark, Larry Berry, Terry Stark, Rosemary Saunders, John Haas, Brandon Bandy, Tami Greve, Lori Allen, Jarom Reeves, Bob Hekel, J. D. Hays and Charles Coggins.

The Invocation was given by Pastor John Schnelle of the Christian Church.

Mayor Muse made the motion to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hall. Motion carried.

APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE and 02/16/10 PAYROLL APPROVED

Claim Ordinance #5627 making appropriation for $266,413.79 for the payment of certain claims against the City of Anthony for appropriation ordinance and $45,357.12 for 02/16 Payroll were presented and on a motion by Commissioner Tedder, seconded by Commissioner Dickey, said ordinance and payroll were unanimously approved and claims ordered paid.

NEW EMPLOYEE

Terry Stark, Water/Wastewater Department Head introduced Brandon Bandy, new employee with the Water/Wastewater Department.

ORGANIZATIONAL SIGN

J. D. Hays discussed with the Commission the placement of an organization sign at Memorial Park. The City Commission did not object to having the cost looked into and see if any organizations are interested.

STREET LIGHTS AT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Bob Hekel and Jarom Reeves were present to ask about new Street lights for the Methodist Church and also the new Morgan Park. They would provide for the lights. Superintendent Sechler said the City Commission would need to think about future requests for cost of lighting for the areas of town similar to Morgan Park. The Commission will think about it and decide March 1^st.

Donna Crowe reported lights similar to the ones at the Lake and Park could be ordered. Wayne Dennis Fund Committee may be asked about more lighting for the Wayne Dennis Parking Lot.

MOWER BIDS

Commissioner Hall opened Bids for a new mower for the Power Plant. Bids were received from Prairie Land for $6,974.25, Schott’s True Value for $6,799.95 and Bill Gates for $6,999.00. Power Plant Superintendent Larry Berry will look over Bids and report back to the Commission.

CDBG STATE CONTRACT – WELLNESS CENTER

Rosemary Saunders of Ranson Financial Consultants was present to explain the State Contract No. 10-PF-011 for the Wellness Center between the City of Anthony and the Department of Commerce. Mayor Muse made the motion that the City approves the State Contract No. 10-PF-011 for the CDB Grant for the Wellness Center between the City of Anthony and the State Department of Commerce. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Tedder. Motion carried.

PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT

Commissioner Tedder made the motion that the City Commission approves the Professional Administrative Services Agreement with Rosemary Saunders of Ranson Financial Consultants. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

Mayor Muse recessed the meeting for 15 minutes.

POOL FINANCING

John Haas of Ranson Financial Consultants provided information for a Bond Issue to finance the Pool Improvements.

RESOLUTION NO. 755

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO A PUBLIC BUILDING IN THE CITY OF ANTHONY, KANSAS; AND PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE COSTS THEREOF.

Commissioner Tedder made the motion that the City Commission approves Resolution No. 755. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. 756

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE OFFERING FOR SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES A, 2010, OF THE CITY OF ANTHONY, KANSAS.

Commissioner Tedder made the motion that the City Commission approves Resolution No. 756. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hall. Motion carried.

INCREASE POOL IMPROVEMENT FEE

Commissioner Tedder made the motion that the City increases by Ordinance the Pool Improvement Fee to $2.50 on the Utility Bills. The increase is to pay for a Bond Issue to finance the Swimming Pool Improvement Project with a Sunset Clause to end after the Bond Issue for the Pool Improvement Project is paid. The motion was seconded by Mayor Muse. Motion carried.

CARROTHERS CONSTRUCTION

Superintendent Sechler explained the changes with Carrother’s Construction for the Pool Improvements. An engineer’s service will be $9,000 but Carrothers would lower their contract by $6,000.

Commissioner Hall made the motion that the City accepts the Carrother’s Contract for the Pool Improvements. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Motion carried.

FOOTBALL FIELD RESTROOMS

Jarom Reeves asked about the renovation for the restrooms at the old Football Field. Money to finance the toilets was discussed. It was decided that port-a-potties would have to be used for now.

FINANCING EXPLAINED

John Haas and Rosemary Saunders of Ranson Financial Consultants explained the USDA Procedures for financing projects for a proposed 8 million dollar project. They would be glad to look over the grant-loan ration of USDA. No way to get a Bond for 40 years. Will need to go out and get a 6 million dollar temporary note. USDA purchases bond. Need good Public Informational Meeting.

MOWER BIDS

Larry Berry, Power Plant Superintendent reported that after looking over the Mower Bids he would recommend the Gates’ Bid to meet the best mower specifications. Commissioner Hall made the motion that the City accepts the Mower Bid from Bill’s Repair for $6,999.95. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

LAKE BOARD REPORT

Charles Coggins of the Lake Board asked about an update for the Lake Board requests. Superintendent Sechler reported on the Electric outlets upgrade and Water hydrants. There is a tree at Campsite A. Storage tank behind restrooms is not recommended for a dump station. Brenda and John Dibbens will not be Camp Hosts again this year. Mike and Pat Brown will do it part-time. Superintendent Sechler would like to see a format of newspaper ads for the Camp Host. The Road by the Golf Course has washed out 30”of dirt.

LAKE LEASE CHANGES

The City Commission discussed changes to the Lake Lease. Each Lease will be 99 years in length. New Lease Fee amounts are added. They will have 90 days to remove personal property from the Leased property if Lease is not paid or Lease regulations are not followed.

Commissioner Tedder made the motion that the City make changes to the Lake Lease Forms as proposed. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hall. Motion carried.

MUNICIPAL HALL RENTAL FEE WAIVERED AND ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION EXEMPTION APPLICATION APPROVED

Commissioner Hall made the motion that the City waives the Municipal Hall Rental Fee for Bryan Patterson for a 40 Year Class Reunion in May. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Motion carried.

Mayor Muse made the motion that the City approves the Alcohol Exemption Application for Bryan Patterson for a 40 year Class Reunion at Municipal Hall in May. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

BALLOON FEST SPONSORSHIP

Mayor Muse made the motion that the City sponsors a $250.00 regular Sponsorship for the Balloon Fest. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Motion carried.

CITY CLEAN-UP

After discussion, the City Commission decided to hold off on a decision about having a City Clean-Up.

CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT/

ILLEGAL DUMPING/PERSONAL SAFETY PROGRAM/

INTERVIEWS FOR PATROL OFFICERS POSITIONS/CAR THEFT, ETC/

STOLEN PROPERTY/DRUG SEIZURE – 200 BLOCK OF NORTH LINCOLN/

MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAM MEETING/DOG PROBLEMS/

JR-HIGH VALENTINE’S DANCE

Chief Blevins reported with the help of Superintendent Sechler, two individuals from Harper were issued with Citations for illegal dumping of trash at the West Shelter House at the Anthony Lake.

He and Officer Hodson presented a Personal Safety Program to the 2^nd and 4^th grade classes at the Anthony Elementary School.

Interviews for two Patrol Officer positions will be February 18^th and 19^th. He, Commissioner Hammersmith and City Administrator Heidrick will conduct the interviews.

Officer Schultz stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. The individual left the vehicle in reverse and exited the vehicle; it did minimal damage to the patrol car. After investigating, it was determined the vehicle was taken without permission. He was charged with theft, obstruction, resisting arrest, flee and eluding, no identification, and other charges. He had an arrest and detainment order from his probation officer. A Search Warrant lead to stolen property in the 200 Block of N. Lincoln. A second Search Warrant led to drug and drug paraphernalia seizure. Two persons were taken into custody.

He attended a Multi-Disciplinary Action Team Meeting.

There was a Municipal Court Hearing on dogs from 501 S. Bluff. Delivery of mail had been suspended. They were found guilty and ordered to have the dogs muzzled. If they get loose, they will have to remove the dogs from the residence. Postmaster Mike Bell agreed to start delivery again.

The Junior High Valentine’s Dance was a success.

CITY SUPERINTENDENT REPORT/U.S. HOMELAND SECURITY – AIRPORT/

WATER PROJECT/DAM SAFETY MEETING/COOK-PEC/OSHA TRAINING/

BIDS FOR NEW BUCKET TRUCK/2010 CENSUS/

PATCH MATERIAL, LAKE SEPTIC SYSTEM

Superintendent Sechler met with representatives from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security. They asked questions about the Airport and offered any assistance we might need.

We continue to work on the Water Project with EBH and Rural Development. There will be a meeting on Tuesday.

He attended a Dam Safety Meeting in Hutchinson on Tuesday and Wednesday. We might be able to reduce the Lake Dam Classification from High Hazard to Significant Hazard.

He spoke with Dennis Cook of PEC. He thinks Bid Specifications for the demolition will be ready by the 2^nd week of March. Maybe demolition by mid April.

City Department Heads and he will have OSHA Training on Thursday and Friday.

He asked about the need for Bids on a new Bucket Truck which was budgeted for the Electric Department. The Commission thought the City should get Bids.

He attended a 2010 Census Meeting at Harper. Good count is needed, boundary is okay.

Hope to get better patch material for pot holes.

Terry Stark, Water/Wastewater Department Head said they will get back on the Septic System at the Anthony Lake.

TRANSFORMER BIDS

Bids for Transformers had been received from Solomon Corporation for $4,160 and from T & R Corporation for $3,327. Commissioner Hall made the motion that the City approves the Transformer Bid for $3,327 from T & R Corporation. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR REPORT/

FINANCIAL REPORTS/CUSTODIAL AGREEMENT/MOTEL RESERVATION/

OFFICERS EVALUATIONS/6 WEEKS RECUPERATION/

CLASSIFIED AD FOR CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR POSITION

The City Clerk/Administrator reported that the Assistant City Clerk Angie Hartman had completed the financial reports for January 2010 for review. He reported the Custodial Agreement for Security of City Revenue with Bank of Kansas had finally been signed and completed.

He will inquire about motel reservations for the League Conference.

Officer Evaluations will be done in Special Session, Monday, February 22, 2010.

He will be out approximately 6 weeks for back surgery recuperation.

He will be sending out a Classified Ad for the City Clerk/Administrator position.

Mayor Muse made the motion that the City Commission meeting be adjourned. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hall. Motion carried.

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Don Heidrick, City Clerk/Administrator

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Barbara Muse, Mayor