CITY OF ANTHONY

Recorded

November 10, 2008

The Board of Commissioners of the City of Anthony, Kansas met in regular session at 8:30 a.m. with Mayor Howard Hatfield presiding and the following Commissioners present: Hekel, Dickey, Hammersmith and Williams. 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; Kenny Hodson, Terry Hodgson, Tom and Cynthia Clark, Steve Wilkinson, Jerry Turner, John Haas, Alan Luttrell, and John Templeton.

The minutes of the previous meeting were approved.

APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE and 11/11/08 PAYROLL APPROVED

Claim Ordinance #5565 making appropriation for $59,309.22 for the payments of certain claims against the City of Anthony for appropriation ordinance and $44,298.42 for 11/11 Payroll were presented and on a motion by Commissioner Williams, seconded by Commissioner Dickey, said ordinance and payroll were unanimously approved and claims ordered paid.

ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT REPORT

Steve Wilkinson, Electric Distribution Department Head reported he, Grant, and Larry went to KMEA Meeting last week.

They repaired underground to storm shelter at Housing that was hit with a mower at the building.

New breaker box at Municipal Hall was installed for 3 phase for a kitchen oven.

Crew helped in fishing dock at lake and set a few poles and normal maintenance.

They will put up American Flags for Veterans Day and will start work on Christmas lights.

Material has been ordered for tennis courts and park projects.

SEPTIC SEWER SYSTEM FOR LAKE

Several Lake Lease holders were present concerning the progress of the request for a new septic sewer system for the Lake. Figures for cost have been presented, contractors have been contacted and information hopefully will be received by next week by the City Superintendent.

TERRY HODGSON CONCERNS

Terry Hodgson expressed concern about Electric bumps and their effect on the computer programs at the Farm Services Agency and throughout the City. They have no back-ups at the Agency.

The City Superintendent explained what has happened with lightning strikes and further investigation is being made about other times the bumps have occurred. The City is looking at different options, like a different supplier.

F&S ENTERPRISES, LLC REQUEST

Jerry Turner, member of the Anthony Industrial Board reported that F&S Enterprises, LLC would like to purchase two lots north of their building. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission to precede with Ordinance and paperwork for the City to give F&S Enterprises, LLC the two lots.

AMENDED AND RESTATED PETITION

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the Anthony City Commission accepts the Petition from Visions Unlimited, LLC dated November 11, 2008 that was found sufficient requesting the Street and Sewer Improvement’s proposed as described in Sunrise Addition in the Petition. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION NO. 720

A RESOLUTION AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING RESOLUTION NO. 694 OF THE CITY OF ANTHONY, KANSAS; WHICH DETERMINED THE ADVISABILITY OF THE MAKING OF A CERTAIN INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT IN THE CITY (STREET AND SEWER IMPROVEMENTS/SUNRISE ADDITION).

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the City adopts Resolution No. 720. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

PUBLIC HEARING

Mayor Hatfield closed the regular meeting and opened the Public Hearing at 9:20 a.m. regarding the collection of special assessments for the Street and Sewer Improvements in Sunrise Addition. Jerry Turner of Visions Unlimited, LLC was present. Discussion was held, the assessment process was explained by John Haas of Ranson Municipal Consultants. There being no further questions, Mayor Hatfield closed the Public Hearing and called the regular Commission Meeting back into session.

ORDINANCE NO. 2749

AN ORDINANCE LEVYING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON CERTAIN PROPERTY TO PAY THE COSTS OF INTERNAL IMPROVEMENTS IN THE CITY OF ANTHONY, KANSAS, AS HERETOFORE AUTHORIZED BY RESOLUTION NO. 694 AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 720 OF THE CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF SUCH SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS.

Commissioner Williams made the motion that the City adopts Ordinance No. 2749. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried.

WORK SESSION

The City Commission agreed to have a work session for the Electric Rate Study with John Haas, of Ranson Municipal Consultants, November 25^th, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Commission Room.

SEWER RATE INCREASE

Alan Luttrell of EBH Engineers presented information about the increase in sewer rates that is necessary to get a new sewer revolving loan for sewer improvements from KDHE. Commissioner Williams suggested a gradual increase in rates to meet loan payment requirements. It was consensus of Commission to increase the minimum by $1.25 per year from 2009 to 2013 to cover the loan amount and the rate per 1,000 gallons by $.10 each year from 2009 to 2013 to cover additional expenditures. An Ordinance will be drawn up.

PROPERTY CLEAN-UP

Officer Hodson reported that June Henderson had been given extensions for abatement of dangerous structure for 304 S. Springfield. She is willing to have the City clean-up the debris left and pay the City $25.00 a month for doing it. A Contract or Resolution will be drawn up.

INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD RE-APPOINTMENT

Commissioner Hammersmith made the motion that the City Re-appoints Ron Poor to the Anthony Industrial Development Board for four years. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hekel. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Commissioner Williams abstaining.

RECREATION COMMISSION RE-APPOINTMENT

Commissioner Hekel made the motion that the City re-appoints Donna Crowe and Connie Larcom to the Anthony Recreation Commission for four years. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Commissioner Williams abstaining.

CHIEF OF POLICE REPORT/DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE/FINE FOR HAVING DOG AT LARGE/THEFT AND FORGERY CASE/VEHICLE STOLEN/PROGRESSIVE FINE

Chief Blevins reported they responded to a domestic disturbance in the 400 block of West Vine. They arrested one for domestic battery.

Reported current fine for dog at large approved by Judge Befort is $25.00 and $50.00 for 2^nd or more offenses.

Investigating a theft and forgery case. Vehicle stolen in 400 block of South Lincoln. Harper County Courthouse Celebration was a success.

The Commission had asked about progressive fines for repeated dog pick-up. It would involve paperwork. Chief will check with Judge Befort. League will be contacted. Code says $10.00 charge for pick-up.

CITY SUPERINTENDENT REPORT/WRAP MEETING/ELECTRIC RATE STUDY/KMEA AND KMU MEETING/PUMP FOR FISHING PIER

City Superintendent Sechler reported that he and Bob Hekel attended WRAPS Meeting at Farm Services Agency. What was done in the Watershed and the future direction was reviewed.

Been meeting with John Haas for the Electric Rate Study.

He, Larry Berry, and Steve Wilkinson attended KMEA Annual Conference. He also attended the KMU Board of Directors Meeting. Energy Efficiency Programs and Expanding the Training and Safety Program were discussed.

KMU Board Meeting voted to send letters of interest to a discount gas supplier. They also voted to purchase an office building in Overland Park, KS.

He picked up pump for fish cleaning station in Wichita.

UTILITY BED BID

Grant Sechler and Terry Stark recommended that the City accepts Utility Bed Bid proposal from Midwest Truck for $5,545.00. Commissioner Hekel made the motion that the City accepts the low bid for a metal utility bed from Midwest Truck for $5,545.00. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried.

OAK STREET PROPOSED VACATE

Superintendent Sechler reported on the Oak Street vacate, vacating the Street land locks some property. After discussion, it was decided to invite the Templin’s, Mary Lear and the Cemetery Board to a City Commission Meeting to discuss the proposed vacate.

SECOND STREET NORTH OF SPRING STREET

After discussion, it was consensus of the Commission to go ahead and vacate Second Street as requested by the Gates’ allowing for utility access.

CITY CLERK/ADMINISTRATOR REPORT/I.D. BOARD VACANCIES/WAYNE DENNIS FUND COMMITTEE/TREE BOARD AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES/MONEY TRANSFERRED/FISHING PIER

City Clerk/Administrator reported that there were several vacancies on the Industrial Development Board and Wayne Dennis Fund Committee. He will place an ad in the paper requesting people to serve. Several people have called about serving on the Alternative Energy Sources Committee.

Tree Board and Recreation Commission have provided copies of their minutes, and also have a copy of the CDBG Application of the Anthony Medical Center.

Financial Reports are complete for October. $104,374.00 was transferred for the remaining amount due to the General Operating Fund for the budgeted Electric Franchise Fee. $50,000.00 was put in the Electric Reserve.

I have received several good comments about the Fishing Pier constructed by the City crews.

NO TO WAIVER OF MUNICIPAL HALL RENTAL FEE

The County had inquired about the waiving of the Municipal Hall Rental Fee for the County Employee Appreciation Dinner, November 15^th.

There was discussion about the County EMS charging the City for Ambulance transfer to the hospital for a fireman and also about the County not assisting the City with Housing as at Harper and Attica.

Commissioner Dickey made the motion that the City waives the Municipal Hall Rental Fee for the County Appreciation Dinner, November 15^th. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Willliams. Motion failed 2-2-1. Commissioner’s Hekel and Hatfield voting No, and Commissioner Hammersmith abstaining.

DECEMBER 26^TH HOLIDAY

Commissioner Hekel made the motion that the City declare December 26^th a Holiday for the City. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hammersmith. Motion carried 4-1. Mayor Hatfield voting no.

INQUIRING ABOUT SELL OF LAKE PROPERTY

Steve Bellesine had discussed with the Mayor that the house mortgage people were questioning a mortgage made for the house he wants to build on leased Lake Property. Will review Jim Forsyth’s opinion on the sell of Lake Property.

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

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Donald F. Heidrick, City Clerk/Administrator

Approved by _______________________________________

Howard D. Hatfield, Mayor