CITY OF ANTHONY

Recorded

June 5, 2006

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, Koeppen, 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 Countryman of The Anthony Republican; Cynthia Clark, JoAnn Wright, Dan Bird, and Kenny Hodson.

The minutes of the previous meeting were approved.

APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE APPROVED

Claim Ordinance #5442 making appropriations for the payments of certain claims against the City of Anthony in the sum of $96,419.55 was presented and on motion by Commissioner Williams, seconded by Commissioner Koeppen, said ordinance was unanimously approved and claims ordered paid.

REQUEST TO SELL CEREAL MALT BEVERAGE

NEXT TO IDLE HOUR, JULY 8^TH

JoAnn Wright, owner of Idle Hour, requested permission for the consumption of beer on the City Parking Lot and area East of the Idle Hour on Saturday, July 8^th, during the Anthony School Reunion. The City Commission could not see any objection. An ordinance will be prepared.

LIGHTS FOR CYNTHIA'S PIZZARIA

Cynthia Clark was present to further discuss her request for security lights for Cynthia's Pizzaria. Steve Wilkinson is working on a plan.

ALTEC DIGGER TRUCK FINANCING

Proposals for financing the new 2006 Altec Digger Truck for $169,788 was presented from Altec Capital, Kanza Bank, and First National Bank.

Mayor Hatfield made the motion for the City to accept the lease/purchase financing proposal for the 2006 Altec Digger Truck from First National Bank for 6 years at 5.75% for $2,793.88 monthly. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried with Commissioner Williams abstaining because of his association with First National Bank.

CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT / DUI ARREST / STOLEN VEHICLE /

WEED AND HEALTH NOTICES

Chief of Police Blevins reported that Officer Schultz made DUI arrest. Officer Hodson recovered U.S.D. #361 vehicle that was stolen from Harper, before they knew it was stolen. Lots of weed and health notices mailed last week.

WRITTEN REPORT FOR WATER/WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT

A written report about the Water/Wastewater Department activities was received from Gordon Gray, Water/Wastewater Department Head. They are mowing, trimming and lift station cleaning, along with occasional septic tank hauling. Keeping one man busy every day. Lagoon circulators seem to be working well.

Pool is open, working on a few kinks from changes made in disinfection system.

Water Department personnel have repaired or replaced a lot of meter stop valves. These are supposed to be used for replacing meter, but customers use it for service stop and life span is short.

Requirement and procedure for use of water valve will be reviewed in Uniform Building and Plumbing Code. Will check into cost of replacing the valves.

ORDERS APPROVED

Public Health Officer Kenny Hodson presented three Orders for health nuisances.

Commissioner Koeppen made the motion the City approve the serving of the Order for Verna Ferguson for health nuisance abatement for 516 South Lincoln, and the Orders for Steven S. Erickson for health nuisance abatement and for inoperable vehicle abatement for 518 South Lincoln. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. 657 ADOPTED

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY TO FIX A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNER, THE OWNERS AGENT, ANY LIENHOLDER OF RECORDS AND ANY OCCUPANT OF THE STRUCTURE MAY APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE WHY THE STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE CONDEMNED AND ORDERED REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED AS AUTHORIZED BY ARTICLE 5 OF CHAPTER VII OF THE CITY OF ANTHONY CITY CODE, referring to Lot 2 & the North Half of Lot 3 in Fractional Block 26 in the City of Anthony, Kansas, Harper County, Kansas – 401 South Jennings, Owner of Record being Cassandra L. Oviatt.

Public Hearing to be July 17, 2006, at 9:00 A.M., in the City Commission room at the City Building, 124 S. Bluff in Anthony, KS.

Mayor Hatfield made the motion that the City adopt Resolution

No. 657. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Williams. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. 661 ADOPTED

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY TO FIX A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNER, THE OWNERS AGENT, ANY LIENHOLDER OF RECORDS AND ANY OCCUPANT OF THE STRUCTURE MAY APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE WHY THE STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE CONDEMNED AND ORDERED REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED AS AUTHORIZED BY ARTICLE 5 OF CHAPTER VII OF THE CITY OF ANTHONY CITY CODE, referring to Lot 5 in Block 8 in Meig's Addition to the City of Anthony, Kansas, Harper County, Kansas – 512 South Lincoln, Owner of Record being Daniel A. Turner & David E. Turner.

Public Hearing to be July 17, 2006, at 9:15 A.M., in the City Commission room at the City Building, 124 S. Bluff in Anthony, KS.

Mayor Hatfield made the motion that the City adopt Resolution

No. 661. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Williams. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. 662 ADOPTED

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY TO FIX A TIME AND PLACE AT WHICH THE OWNER, THE OWNERS AGENT, ANY LIENHOLDER OF RECORDS AND ANY OCCUPANT OF THE STRUCTURE MAY APPEAR AND SHOW CAUSE WHY THE STRUCTURE SHOULD NOT BE CONDEMNED AND ORDERED REPAIRED OR DEMOLISHED AS AUTHORIZED BY ARTICLE 5 OF CHAPTER VII OF THE CITY OF ANTHONY CITY CODE, referring to Lot 5 & the North 15 Feet of Lot 8 in Block 24 in the City of Anthony, Kansas, Harper County, Kansas – 214 North Lincoln, Owner of Record being Max Hess.

Public Hearing to be July 17, 2006, at 9:30 A.M., in the City Commission room at the City Building, 124 S. Bluff in Anthony, KS.

Mayor Hatfield made the motion that the City adopt Resolution

No. 662. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried.

-Commissioner Hekel asked about health nuisance near his property. Hodson will check on it.

-Hodson reported a couple of properties mowed by the City sold at tax sale, 201 South Mass., and 501 North Franklin.

ANTHONY FAIR ASSOCIATION REQUEST

Dan Bird was present to request that the City approve a wine tasting booth by a licensed Winery at the Kansas City Barbecue Cookoff at the Anthony Races. The City Commission was in agreement to allow the wine tasting booth if a written approval is received from the State Director of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Chief of Police Blevins left for funeral.

KLINK PROJECT AWARDED

Commissioner Koeppen made the motion that the City approve the Notice of Award to Inland Corporation for Resurfacing Project K-44 Highway for $199,939.10. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried. The City share of 25% will be taken out of the Special Streets and Highway Fund.

PAVING AND SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROPOSALS

The City had received bids for paving and sidewalk replacement at Municipal Hall. Klaver Construction bid was $37,405.00 and Major, Inc., bid was $26,988.

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the City accept the bid from Major, Inc., for paving and sidewalk replacement at Municipal Hall. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Koeppen. Motion carried.

TRUCK BIDS

City Superintendent Sechler recommended the following bids for trucks from Vanlandingham Motors, Inc.

1. 2006 Ford F-150 XLT Super Crew 4x4 for $26,158.22 for the City Superintendent.

2. 2007 Ford F-750 Reg. Cab XL Chassis for the Street Department for $38,313.

3. 2007 Ford F350 XL 4x4 no bed for $22,817.82 for Electric Distribution Department.

Commissioner Hammersmith made the motion that the City accept the bid from Vanlandingham Motors, Inc., for a 2006 Ford F-150 XLT Super Crew 4x4 for $26,158.22 for the City Superintendent. The motion was seconded by Mayor Hatfield. Motion carried 4-1. Commissioner Hekel voting no. Old Superintendent's truck to go to Police Department.

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the City accept the bid from Vanlandingham Motors, Inc., for a 2007 F-750 Reg. Cab XL – cab-chassis for $38,313 for the Street Department. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Koeppen. Motion carried.

Commissioner Hekel made the motion to accept the bid from Vanlandingham Motors, Inc., for a 2007 Ford F-350 XL 4x4 with no bed for $22,817.82 for the Electric Distribution Department. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried. The old truck will be used for the Lake.

Atmos has agreed to donate a box for the truck.

The City Commission discussed using lease purchases for the truck purchases instead of using reserve funds.

CITY SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT / CONTRACT AGREEMENT

WITH WESTERN FARMERS AND ALFALFA ELECTRIC

City Superintendent Sechler further reported that they have a draft copy of a contract agreement between the City of Anthony and Western Farmers, Alfalfa Electric Cooperative. Western Farmers would like to make a presentation to the Commission. The Commission preferred a presentation at a regular meeting.

He will price cost for entrance for I.D. property north, while contractors are in area.

CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT / DEMOLITION BILL /

LETTER OF THANKS / FACILITATION PROGRAM PRESENTATION /

INTERNET AT LAKE / CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW PERSONNEL MANUAL /

FINAL PAYMENT FOR CLEVELAND BUILDING / I.D. BOARD MEETING /

FUTURE BID REQUEST ON PROPERTY

City Clerk/Administrator Heidrick reported he had sent request for payment for demolition of Vermont property. There is letter of thanks to Leo Davis family for memorials for the Airport. Mike Mayberry made presentation about Sunflower Regional Enterprise Facilitation Program at Lions Club on Thursday. SBC rep is looking into status of internet at Lake.

City Attorney is reviewing Grievance section and the at will clause for the Personnel Manual.

The City received final payment for Cleveland Building. I.D. Board meeting at 12 Noon at Smokehouse West.

The former bidder on the property on South Penn., wants to bid again, but it was the discussion of the Commissioners that bid request will be done again later.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the City Commission go into executive session for 10 minutes for confidential data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of second parties, such as corporations, partnerships, trusts and individual proprietorships. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried. At 10:48 A.M. the City Commission room was cleared with the City Superintendent, and City Clerk/Administrator remaining. At 10:58 A.M., the Mayor called the meeting back into regular session.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Commissioner Williams 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 Hekel. Motion carried. At 10:58 A.M., the City Commission room was cleared with the City Superintendent, and City Clerk/ Administrator remaining. At 11:08 A.M., the Mayor called the meeting back into regular session.

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the City Commission meeting be adjourned. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

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Donald F. Heidrick, City Clerk/Administrator

Approved by _______________________________

Howard D. Hatfield, Mayor