CITY OF ANTHONY
Recorded
June 18, 2007
The Board of Commissioners of the City of Anthony, Kansas met in regular session at 8:30 A.M. with Mayor Hatfield presiding and the following Commissioners present: Hekel, Hammersmith, Dickey, and Williams. Absent: None. Also present were Donald F. Heidrick, City Clerk/ Administrator; Grant K. Sechler Jr., City Superintendent; John Blevins, Chief of Police; Amber Schmitz of The Anthony Republican; Donna Crowe, Kenny Hodson, Mike Ball, Terry Stark, Gary Gerber, JoAnn Wright, and Phil Hill.
The minutes of the previous meeting were approved.
APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE AND FIREMEN PAYROLL APPROVED
Claim Ordinance #5493 making appropriations for the payments of certain claims against the City of Anthony in the sum of $73,157.57 for appropriation ordinance and Firemen Payroll for $3,752 were presented and on motion by Commissioner Williams, seconded by Commissioner Dickey, said ordinance and Firemen Payroll were unanimously approved and claims ordered paid.
WATER/WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT REPORT
Terry Stark, Water/Wastewater Department Head, introduced Mike Ball, new City employee for Water/Wastewater Department.
The sewer line has been replaced for the Police Station.
Sewer lines between sewer lagoons have been cleaned. Sewer line cleaning will begin in the next few weeks.
The sample site for the first water service has been installed. A section of water main at the corner of Main Street and LL&G will be replaced.
REQUEST PERMIT FOR PUBLIC CONSUMPTION OF CEREAL MALT BEVERAGE
JoAnn Wright of Idle Hour requested permission to allow consumption of Cereal Malt Beverages at the Anthony City Parking Lot in the 100 block of North Anthony, July 13, 2007. After discussion the City Commissioners were in agreement to allow the request. A Special Ordinance will be drawn up for adoption at the June 25 City meeting.
BACK-UP POWER FOR REPEATER
Gary Gerber was present to discuss back-up power for the City repeater at the tower south of town. Battery powered back-up and automatic generated power was discussed. Gary Gerber will research the cost for the various systems and report back to the Commission.
PLAQUE PRESENTATION
Phil Hill was present to receive an Appreciation Award plaque from the City, presented by the Mayor in appreciation for 37 years of service to the Anthony Fire Department. Cake and coffee were served.
TRAILS GRANT / RURAL DEVELOPMENT MEETING
Donna Crowe reported on preliminary plans made by the Recreation Commission for a Wildlife and Fish Grant Application for a trail walkway and park for the ball fields. Grant Application is due August 1. It would be 80/20 grant match. School District could be asked for help in financing. City could do dirt work. Contractor would be needed for concrete work. Superintendent Sechler thought that with the hillside elevation, underground piping for drainage could be installed.
Donna Crowe also reported on the Rural Development meeting at Pratt. Grants available on income level basis. They have loan grants, guaranteed loans. Grants of 55/45 match for public safety – for sirens, storm shelters are available.
KDOT KLINK / GEOMETRIC PROJECT
The City Commission discussed possible future KDOT KLINK/Geometric Projects. Geometric project applications had been submitted before for East Main and North LL&G. After discussion, it was consensus to have EBH prepare application for East Main again, Springfield to First Street. Application is due July 2, 2007.
A KLINK Project had not been considered, but EBH will be asked about a KLINK Project.
INSURANCE FOR SEWER LIFT STATIONS
Sewer Lift Stations have not been covered by insurance. Cost would be $963 for $1,000 deductible, insurance cost would be $1,113 for $500 deductible for lightning and vandalism coverage.
After discussion it was consensus that vandalism and lightning damage has not occurred to warrant coverage cost.
CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT / DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE / BURGLARY/THEFT
Chief of Police Blevins reported that they worked a domestic disturbance in 400 block of North Franklin. One male was arrested for domestic battery.
Worked a burglary/theft at concession stand at ball field.
Reported to County about damaged Second Lake Road sign.
CITY SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT /PRE-CON MEETING /
WESTERN FARMERS CONTRACT / VANDALIZED LAKE SIGN /
DELAY INSTALLATION OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT /SKID LOADER /
NEW CITY EMPLOYEES / GARFIELD DRAINAGE PIPE / SEWER LIFT EASEMENT
City Superintendent Sechler reported the Pre-Con for the Geometric Project on K-2/K-44 was held last week. Contractor wants to work the intersection a little different than plans, will have to get KDOT approval. Project start dates for Project could be between July 10, 2007 and July 16, 2007.
Mark Faulkenberry with Western Farmers will meet with Staff on Wednesday. This will be an informative meeting on ideas we need to address on next year's purchased power contract.
In regard to the vandalized sign, discussion was held regarding moving the sign back to fence line. Staff could decide.
Installation of new playground equipment is delayed until July 9th because of rain and high ground water levels.
Bids for skid loader had been delayed. Waiting on information and demonstration. Bids will be next week.
Matt Jaeger has been transferred from Street Department to Lake Maintenance. Working out good, along with good summer help.
Larry Burke and Freddy Rishell have been hired for Street Department.
He talked with John McClure of the County about the drainage pipe on Garfield. Should we see about one time concrete structure with County? Cost needs to be obtained and discussed and how to pay for it. Talk to Alan Luttrell for ideas.
The easement for the new sewer lift station will have to take a new direction, since easement cannot be obtained as wanted.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Commissioner Hekel asked about hole in alley 600 block between Franklin and Lincoln. There is no alley, just right-of-way, which is responsibility of property owner. Superintendent Sechler indicated that previous Commission had indicated City could work on these if time permitted. Mayor Hatfield said owner should take care of it. Commissioner Hekel thinks differently.
Commissioner Hekel asked about flower beds east of Municipal Hall, they need attention.
Commissioner Williams asked about the curb in 200 block of North Jennings, west side of 300 block of Baptist Church.
CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT /CDBG CLOSEOUT /
EXECUTIVE SESSION / RAILROAD PROPERTIES / 2006 AUDIT /
ELECTRIC PRODUCTION PICKUP
City Clerk/Administrator Heidrick reported that Jim Forsyth will be at the meeting next week to discuss CDBG Project closeout.
He would like an executive session to discuss matters related to non-elected personnel.
Angie Hartman will take June 25 meeting minutes when he is on vacation.
He had copies made of railroad properties as indicated City plat maps.
Adams, Brown, Beran & Ball Audit firm will present 2006 audit report at the July 2nd Commission meeting.
He would recommend a new pickup truck for the Electric Production Department. The present pickup is old and needs to be traded. Possibility of break down when on call increases each month. Commissioner Dickey said if money is available, go ahead. Commissioner Williams would like to have report from Ralph Wike, City mechanic. See if could hold out until 2008 Budget. Commissioner Hekel was in disagreement for purchasing a new truck.
NORTH TENNIS COURTS
Mayor Hatfield talked about north tennis court repairs. School District could help with cost. Will get estimates. May not need engineer plans for the repairs.
POSSIBLE BOND PROJECTS
Several Projects need to be estimated to determine Bond issues. The Frazier Building Demolition, First Lake Road options, Wheatlane entrance and street, Garfield drainage, tennis courts and street repair for 300 block of West Washington are among the possible projects.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Hatfield made the motion that the City Commission go into executive session for 15 minutes to discuss matters concerning non-elected personnel. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Dickey. Motion carried. At 10:57 A.M., the City Commission room was cleared with the City Superintendent, Chief of Police, and City Clerk/ Administrator remaining. At 11:12 A.M., the Mayor called the meeting back into regular session. No decisions were made.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Hatfield made the motion that the City Commission go into executive session for 10 minutes to discuss matters concerning non-elected personnel. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried. At 11:12 A.M., the City Commission room was cleared with the City Superintendent, Chief of Police, and City Clerk/ Administrator remaining. At 11:22 A.M., the Mayor called the meeting back into regular session. No decisions were made.
Commissioner Hammersmith made the motion that the City Commission meeting be adjourned. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Williams. Motion carried.
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Donald F. Heidrick, City Clerk/Administrator
Approved by _______________________________
Howard D. Hatfield, Mayor