December, 2006
December 11, 2006
The Ellsworth City Council held a Public Hearing to receive comments and answer questions on the 2006 Proposed Budget Amendment of Solid Waste Fund (Fund 40) and the Capital Improvements Fund (Fund 50) on the above date at 6:50 P.M. in Council Chambers at City Hall.
In the absence Mayor Robert Homolka, Council President Alan Stefek opened the hearing at 6:50 P.M. The following Council members were present Don Panzer, Dan Ray, Mary Wires and Cole Worrell.
Also in attendance were
There were no citizens present having questions in regards to the amendment. The Clerk explained the reason for the amendment. The Council President then closed the hearing at 6:59 P.M.
Patti L. Booher
City Clerk
December 11, 2006
The Ellsworth City Council met in regular session on the above date at
In the absence of Mayor Robert Homolka, Council President Alan Stefek called the meeting to order. Council members present were Don Panzer, Dan Ray, Mary Wires and Cole Worrell.
Also in attendance were
Don Panzer motioned to approve the consent agenda. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Jonathan Mitchell, City Administrator, reviewed the Project Board. Mr. Mitchell and John Kerschner have met with KDH&E concerning Sewer Lagoon Compliance. More information will be available at a later date. Mr. Mitchell also reported the 1st test wells had been drilled and were not suitable for the City’s use.
John Kerschner reported Kirkham-Michael Engineers were preparing to let bids for the Grand Avenue Sewer Project.
Robert Kepka, Fire Chief then explained the need for the City to adopt a Disaster Plan. Dan Ray motioned to approve the Disaster Plan prepared by Fire Chief Kepka with the help of Kenny Bernard, Ellsworth County Emergency Preparedness Director. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Mr. Mitchell next gave an overview of the changes that had occurred with Ellsworth County Economic Development, Inc. Working with the
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITIES OF ELLSWORTH, KANSAS; HOLYROOD, KANSAS; KANOPOLIS, KANSAS; LORRAINE, KANSAS; WILSON, KANSAS AND A RESOLUTION OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS ESTABLISHING THE JOINT SMOKY HILL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
Dan Ray motioned to approve the ordinance. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The ordinance was then numbered 2972.
The next item for Council consideration was a request to extend the Welcome Home incentives to Innovative Homes (James Gottschalk). After discussion Don Panzer motioned to extend the incentives to Innovative Homes. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to a vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
The Clerk then presented a Confirmation of Understanding from Clubine & Rettele, Chartered for the 2006 audit. After discussion the item was tabled until proposals from other auditors have been received.
The following ordinance was then presented for Council action:
BEING AN ORDINANCE DEFINING AND REGULATING THE USE OF PORTABLE STORAGE UNITS IN THE CITY OF
Cole Worrell motioned to approve the ordinance. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote Panzer, Stefek, Wires and Worrell vote aye. Ray votes opposed. Motion carried. The ordinance was then numbered 2973.
Consent for annexation of the Municipal Golf Course into the City of
The following ordinance was presented for Council action:
AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING LAND TO THE CITY OF
Dan Ray motioned to approve the ordinance. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. Carey Hipp, City Attorney, then questioned if there is a requirement for a resolution and public hearing. The item was tabled in order for the City Attorney to review the proper procedures.
The following resolution was then presented for council action:
A RESOLUTION CONCERNING SERVICE, LICENSE AND PERMIT FEES WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS AND SERVICE AREA OF THE CITY OF
Don Panzer motioned to approve the resolution with changes to the diversion fees. Dan Ray seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The Resolution was numbered 11-1206A.
The ICMA Deferred Compensation Resolution was then presented for Council action. Cole Worrell motioned to approve the resolution. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The resolution was numbered 11-1206B.
The Neighborhood Revitalization Plan Resolution was next presented for Council action. Dan Ray motioned to approve the resolution. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The resolution was numbered 11-1206C.
An Interlocal Agreement between the
The 2006 Budget Amendment was the next item on the agenda. Don Panzer motioned to approve the amendment. Dan Ray seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Jim Zamrzla then requested guidance in the placing of the new playground equipment at
Mr. Zamrzla then informed the Council his department would be transplanting trees at the Golf Course and the
Ms. Hipp then confirmed there was not a need for a resolution or public hearing to annex the Municipal Golf Course into the City Limits. The President then put the tabled motion to vote. All vote aye. Motion carried. The ordinance was then numbered 2974.
Mr. Mitchell informed the Council the City had received the TBRA Grant for 2007. The Mayor will sign the grant agreement.
Mr. Mitchell next informed the Council after the public meeting on County-wide zoning it appears the County will not be participating in zoning therefore he is checking 3-mile zoning options.
Don Lyne requested an extension to complete the razing of the house located on his property. Council granted Mr. Lyne a 60-day extension.
Don Panzer then motioned the Council go into Executive Session with the City Administrator and Attorney at 8:20 P.M. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the Council return to open meeting at 8:30 P.M. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Council entered into Executive Session at 8:20 P.M. and returned to open meeting at 8:30 P.M.
Mr. Mitchell then reported a citizen had recently had a sewer backup in her basement. The City’s insurance company deemed the City is not liable for any damages or expense incurred due to the backup. Mr. Mitchell explained the City had previously agreed to pay the citizens hotel expense, trash hauling and cleaning bill. Mr. Mitchell requested the Council approve paying the expense. Council agreed to paying the expenses.
Alan Stefek inquired if the City had purchased Chamber Certificates for employees. Mr. Mitchell will instruct the Clerk to do so.
There being no further business on proper motion the meeting was recessed until December 18, 2006.
Patti L. Booher
City Clerk
December 18, 2006
The Ellsworth City Council met in regular session on the above date at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
Mayor Robert Homolka called the meeting to order. Council members present were Alan Stefek, Mary Wires, Dan Ray, Cole Worrell and Don Panzer.
Also in attendance were Jonathan Mitchell, City Administrator; Carey Hipp, City Attorney; John Kerschner, Water/Sewer Superintendent; David Smith, Chief of Police; Linda Denning, Ellsworth County Independent Reporter and Dave Brownback, President of Citizens State Bank & Trust.
Don Panzer motioned to approve the consent agenda. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Dave Brownback, President of Citizens State Bank & Trust informed the Council the City of
Mayor Homolka appointed Cynthia Edgerle and Donald Dumler to the Ellsworth Housing Authority. They will replace Lucille Jarus and Chris Zouzas. Alan Stefek motioned to accept the nominations for the appointment to the Ellsworth Housing Authority. Dan Ray seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
The following resolution was then presented for council action:
A RESOLUTION CONCERNING SERVICE, LICENSE AND PERMIT FEES WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS AND SERVICE AREA OF THE CITY OF
Jonathan Mitchell, City Administrator, explained that Resolution 11-1206B had incorrect amounts for the golf course fees and sewer fee. Don Panzer motioned to approve the resolution. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The Resolution was numbered 18-1206A.
The Temporary Memorandum of Agreement for the Howard Property was then presented for Council action. Dan Ray motioned to authorize the Temporary Memorandum of Agreement with the Howard’s for test drilling for water. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
The Memorandum of Agreement for the Howard Property was presented next for Council action. Don Panzer motioned to authorize the Memorandum of Agreement with the Howard’s. Dan Ray seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
The following resolution was then presented for council action:
BEING A RESOLUTION DEFINING THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF
Alan Stefek motioned to approve the resolution. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The Resolution was numbered 18-1206B.
Dan Ray motioned to accept the resignation of Louis Boley as City Inspector. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Alan Stefek requested John Kerschner, Water/Sewer Superintendent, explain the letter that was received from Post Rock Rural Water District. Mr. Kerschner informed the Council Post Rock changed how they chlorinate the water. This will affect some areas of the City’s water lines because this will eliminate the chlorine that we put into our water. Mr. Worrell asked if we need to inform any of our customers about this change in water. Mr. Kerschner thought that was probably not necessary but would inform the hospital just in case they make their own distilled water. The water department will be keeping a close watch on this.
Alan Stefek next inquired if the City had ever considered closing the
Alan Stefek the Inmate Detail Crew repair the door leading into the furnace room from the Council Chambers. It is missing a handle and very hard to open. Mr. Mitchell will pass the request on to the Street Superintendent.
Don Panzer reported that there was a 2 ½ to 3 inch gap between the asphalt and the concrete curbing on Bradley Street by the stop sign that is 15 to 20 feet long. Mr. Panzer would like to know if a water leak is causing this or what it could be.
Don Panzer then motioned the Council go into Executive Session with the City Administrator, City Attorney and Chief of Police at 7:45 P.M. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the Council return to open meeting at 7:55 P.M. The executive session is required to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. Alan Stefek seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Council entered into Executive Session at 7:45 P.M. and returned to open meeting at 7:55 P.M. Alan Stefek motioned to go into Executive Session with the City Administrator, City Attorney and Chief of Police at 7:55 P.M. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the Council return to open meeting at 8:30 P.M. The executive session is required to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Council entered into Executive Session at 7:55 P.M. and returned to open meeting at 8:30 P.M. Alan Stefek motioned to go into Executive Session with the City Administrator, City Attorney and Chief of Police at 8:30 P.M. for the purpose of discussing personnel matter for non-elected personnel and that the Council return to open meeting at 9:00 P.M. The executive session is required to protect the privacy interests of an identifiable individual. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Council entered into Executive Session at 8:30 P.M. and returned to open meeting at 9:00 P.M.
There being no further business on proper motion the meeting was adjourned until January 8, 2007.
Deputy City Clerk/Treasurer
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