February, 2007
February 12, 2007
The Ellsworth City Council met in regular session on the above date at
Mayor Robert Homolka called the meeting to order. Council members present were Don Panzer, Dan Ray, Alan Stefek, Mary Wires and Cole Worrell.
Also in attendance were
Don Panzer motioned to approve the consent agenda. Alan Stefek seconded the motion. Mayor Homolka requested the record reflect that no official action was taken at the January 22nd meeting in regards to incentives for a new business and department head recommendations for the
Mark Parsons, Chairman, Ellsworth Planning Commission was unable to attend the meeting. In his absence Jonathan Mitchell, City Administrator, informed the Council the Planning Commission has committed to spend the time required to create a Comprehensive Plan if the Council would approve the expense associated with the Plan. Dan Ray motioned to approve a RFQ for a Consultant to prepare a Comprehensive Plan. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
During a review of the Project Board Mr. Mitchell informed the Council the revised project cost for the Dees and Kunkle Streets improvement is 1.1 million. The cost estimate is for concrete. The start date is currently set for August of this year and Mr. Mitchell did not see any issues arising to delay the date.
The following ordinance was presented for Council action:
BEING AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 2.36 OF THE CITY OF ELLSWORTH MUNICIPAL CODE IN THE CITY OF ELLSWORTH, KANSAS.
Mr. Mitchell explained the changes to the Building Inspector position and duties and Mr. Mitchell requested the word “exterior” be added to 2.36.050, Section A. Alan Stefek motioned to approve the ordinance with the noted change. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried. The ordinance was then numbered 2977.
The following ordinance was next presented for Council action:
AN ORDINANCE DEFINING AND ESTABLISHING RESTRICTIONS AND PROHIBITIONS REGARDINAG CARRYING CONCEALED FIREARMS WITHIN THE CITY OF
Cole Worrell motioned to approve the ordinance. Don Panzer seconded the motion. Mayor then opened the floor for discussion on the ordinance. After discussion the Mayor did not put the motion to vote.
John Kerschner, Water/Sewer Superintendent, gave a detailed presentation of the Engineers recommendations for the Sewer Lagoons. Following the presentation the Council was presented with a request to publish a notice of a public hearing. The hearing is to make the citizens aware the City will be applying for a KDHE State Revolving Loan to pay for the KDH&E mandated improvements at the Sewer Lagoons. Alan Stefek motioned to approve the Notice of Public Hearing for the KDHE State Revolving Loan. Dan Ray seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Dan Ray then motioned to approve the Tourism Committee funding recommendations. Don Panzer seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Alan Stefek motioned to extend the Welcome Home Incentives to Fisher Homes on
Dan Ray motioned to approve the waiver of the Building Permit Fee for St. Bernard’s Catholic Church for the construction of monument. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
The next item on the agenda was a letter of support for National Drovers Hall of Fame Board of Directors. Don Panzer motioned to authorize the Mayor to sign the letter of support. Dan Ray seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Don Panzer inquired if and when the use of the
Mr. Mitchell reported Senate Bill 34 had passed and was forwarded to the House for action. Mr. Mitchell also reported the City was awarded grants from the FAA for airport improvements.
Mr. Mitchell next updated progress of an Interlocal Agreement with the County and
Alan Stefek then motioned the Council go into Executive Session with the City Administrator at 8:36 P.M. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the Council return to open meeting at 8:41 P.M. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Council entered into Executive Session at 8:36 P.M. and returned to open meeting at 8:41 P.M. No action was taken.
There being no further business on proper motion the meeting was recessed until February 26, 2007.
Patti L. Booher
City Clerk
February 26, 2007
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 Don Panzer, Alan Stefek, Mary Wires and Cole Worrell. Council member Dan Ray was absent.
Also in attendance were Jonathan Mitchell, City Administrator; Carey Hipp, City Attorney; David Smith, Chief of Police;
The Clerk presented extension requests for Water/Sewer termination from Richard Watson and Maria Skeen. Don Panzer motioned to approve the request. Alan Stefek seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Jonathan Mitchell reviewed updates on the Project Board. Due to the amount of recent precipitation there have been no test wells dug. The property owners have granted an extension until April 4th. The Chief of Police reported Verle Willey will be contacting salvage yard owners to get the salvage yards cleaned up.
Mr. Mitchell then gave an update on the Sewer Line Project. Construction will begin this week.
Discussion was then held regarding concealed carrying of firearms. Mr. Mitchell explained the State Legislature is considering a bill to prohibit the prohibition to carry concealed firearms. The Chief of Police reported City Hall, the Police Department and Municipal Court are covered by the UPOC. Council recommended signs be placed on City property with the exception of the
Mr. Mitchell next reported he expected to receive a revised valuation from the County soon. He requested all departments be closed on March 16 for an Employee Retreat. Council agreed to the request.
Mr. Mitchell next requested a Building Permit Fee Waiver for Mosaic to replace sidewalks at the group home. Don Panzer motioned to approve the waiver. Cole Worrell seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Mr. Mitchell then informed the Council the downtown corridor was approved for State Historical Status. The next step is National status. The State is forwarding their findings and recommendations to the National Historical Society.
Mr. Mitchell next reported LMI Surveys for the CDBG Grant are being conducted in the City Office at this time. Door-to-door surveys will begin shortly.
Don Panzer recommended the Street Superintendent work to complete a mowing schedule to reduce the amount of time required to mow City property.
Don Panzer then motioned the Council go into Executive Session with the City Administrator, Clerk and Chief of Police at 7:20 P.M. for the purpose of discussing personnel matters for non-elected personnel and that the Council return to open meeting at 7:30 P.M. Alan Stefek seconded the motion. When put to vote all vote aye. Motion carried.
Council entered into Executive Session at 7:20 P.M. and returned to open meeting at 7:30 P.M. No action was taken.
There being no further business on proper motion the meeting was adjourned until March 12, 2007.
Patti L. Booher
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