Type of Minutes: City Council
Date & Time: 08/28/1995
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES OF AUGUST 28, 1995
Mayor Allen called the meeting of August 28, 1995, to order at 7:34 p.m. in the Shawnee City Hall Council Chambers. Councilmembers present were: Edvalds, Teefey, Meyers, Goode, Severance, Breitenstein, Douglas and Snell. Others present were: City Manager Montague, Finance Director Meyer, Public Works Director Freyermuth, City Clerk/Human Resources Director Hodges, Police Chief Hayselden, Fire Chief Hartley, Planning Director Chaffee, City Attorney Rainey, Chief Codes Administrator Thompson and Parks and Recreation Director Lodge. Mayor Allen welcomed the public and all stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members of the public who spoke were: Charlotte Hargis, 6925 Ballentine (Consent Agenda, Item No. 3 and Item No. 27c); Linda Steck, 21403 Midland Drive (Item No. 13d); Curtis Holland, 7500 College Boulevard, Suite 750, Attorney representing Southwestern Bell Mobile Systems (Item No. 13f); Paul Wrabalica, 7801 Farley, Real Estate Manager for Southwestern Bell Mobile Systems (Item No. 13f); and Darrel Teske, 6933 Bluejacket, (Business from the floor).
CONSENT AGENDA
1. APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 14, 1995.
2. REVIEW MINUTES FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 7, 1995.
3. REVIEW MINUTES FROM THE PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING OF AUGUST 22, 1995.
4. CONSIDER CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 FOR TURKEY CREEK STORMWATER DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS.
This change order reflects a net increase of $5,000.00. The new contract amount is $159,734.50.
5. CONSIDER CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR ADA BATH REMODELING PROJECT.
This change order reflects a net increase of $5,695.10. The new contract amount is $42,615.10.
Charlotte HARGIS, 6925 Ballentine, asked for clarification on the funds from the City Auction. City Manager Montague stated that the funds received from the Police Department items sold would go into the Police Benevolent Fund, and the other funds received would go into the general fund. Ms. HARGIS asked for the breakdown of the funds received. City Manager Montague said those figures were not available yet.
Ms. HARGIS said that she would like to know where her tax monies go. She said she feels that all monies should be adequately accounted for. Councilman Snell that he felt the Council has confidence in the City staff and did not feel it is necessary to micro manage.
Councilmember Goode, seconded by Councilmember Edvalds, moved to approve the entire consent agenda. The motion carried 8-0.
MAYOR'S ITEMS
Mayor Allen stated that a resume was placed in the Councilmembers’ trays for review and consideration for an appointment to the Planning Commission. He also noted that there is another vacancy and asked the Council to submit any recommendations.
PUBLIC ITEMS
6. CONSIDER PET PERMIT APPLICATION FOR MARTHA J. BARTLETT.
Mayor Allen stated that Martha J. Bartlett, 21126 W 71st Street, has submitted a pet permit application to keep three (3) dogs. He said that Animal Control has recommended that the permit be denied.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Breitenstein, moved to deny a pet permit for Martha J. Bartlett, 21126 W 71st Street, to keep three (3) dogs. The motion carried 8-0.
7. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE WIDENING OF NIEMAN ROAD AND IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INTERSECTION OF 65TH STREET AND NIEMAN ROAD.
Mayor Allen stated that this resolution is to direct and authorize the widening of Nieman Road and improvements to the intersection of 65th Street and Nieman Road, PN 3181. He said the estimated total cost of the improvement is $400,000, with Federal CMAQ funding $225,000 and $175,000 coming from the City’s general fund. He noted that the project has been completed.
Councilmember Goode, seconded by Councilmember Edvalds, moved to adopt a resolution directing and authorizing the widening of Nieman Road and improvements to the intersection of 65th Street and Nieman Road, PN 3181, for an estimated total cost of $400,000, with Federal CMAQ funding $225,000 and $175,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Resolution No. 1008 was assigned.
8. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING PHASE II OF THE INSTALLATION OF DOWNTOWN STREET LIGHTING ALONG JOHNSON DRIVE BETWEEN BARTON AVENUE AND REEDER AVENUE.
Mayor Allen stated that this resolution is to direct and authorize Phase II of the installation of downtown street lighting along Johnson Drive between Barton Avenue and Reeder Avenue, PN 3186. He noted that the project has been completed. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $83,000, with Johnson County CDBG funding $38,000 and $45,000 coming from the City’s general fund.
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to adopt a resolution directing and authorizing Phase II of the installation of downtown street lighting along Johnson Drive between Barton Avenue and Reeder Avenue, PN 3186, for an estimated total cost of $83,000, with Johnson County CDBG funding $38,000 and $45,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Resolution No. 1009 was assigned.
9. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION OF LITTLE MILL CREEK TRAIL, A MULTI-PURPOSE TRAIL 0.5 MILES IN LENGTH FROM LITTLE MILL CREEK IN LENEXA TO BLACKFISH PARKWAY IN SHAWNEE.
Mayor Allen stated that this resolution is to direct and authorize the construction of Little Mill Creek trail, a multi-purpose trail 0.5 miles in length from Little Mill Creek in Lenexa to Blackfish Parkway in Shawnee, PN 3189. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $263,000, with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) funding $200,000 and $63,000 coming from the City’s general fund.
Councilman Snell, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to adopt a resolution directing and authorizing the construction of Little Mill Creek trail, a multi-purpose trail 0.5 miles in length from Little Mill Creek in Lenexa to Blackfish Parkway in Shawnee, PN 3189, for an estimated total cost of $263,000, with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) funding $200,000 and $63,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Resolution No. 1010 was assigned.
10. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING REPLACEMENT OF AN OPEN CHANNEL DRAINAGE SYSTEM FOR AN ENCLOSED SYSTEM FROM SOUTH OF YAGER LANE TO THE NORTH SIDE OF 67TH STREET.
Mayor Allen stated that this resolution is to direct and authorize the replacement of an open channel drainage system for an enclosed system from south of Yager Lane to the north side of 67th Street, PN 3192. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $207,000, with Johnson County SMAC funding $141,000 and $66,000 coming from the City’s general fund.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to adopt a resolution directing and authorizing the replacement of an open channel drainage system for an enclosed system from south of Yager Lane to the north side of 67th Street, PN 3192, for an estimated total cost of $207,000, with Johnson County SMAC funding $141,000 and $66,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Resolution No. 1011 was assigned.
11. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE IMPROVEMENT OF STORM DRAINAGE FROM 57TH STREET BETWEEN LONG AND WESTGATE, THEN SOUTH TO JOHNSON DRIVE BETWEEN LONG AND CAENEN STREETS.
Mayor Allen stated that this resolution is to direct and authorize the improvement of storm drainage from 57th Street between Long and Westgate, then south to Johnson Drive between Long and Caenen streets, PN 3193. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $300,000, with Johnson County SMAC funding $214,000 and $86,000 coming from the City’s general fund. He noted that the project has been completed.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Teefey, moved to adopt a resolution directing and authorizing the improvement of storm drainage from 57th Street between Long and Westgate, then south to Johnson Drive between Long and Caenen streets, PN 3193, for an estimated total cost of $300,000, with Johnson County SMAC funding $214,000 and $86,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Resolution No. 1012 was assigned.
12. CONSIDER RESOLUTION DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE IMPROVEMENT OF CURBS, GUTTERS, AND SIDEWALK TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT GUIDELINES.
Mayor Allen stated that this resolution is to direct and authorize the improvement of curbs, gutters, and sidewalk to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines, PN 3198. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $114,000, with Johnson County CDBG funding $100,000 and $14,000 coming from the City’s general fund. He noted that the project has been completed.
Councilmember Goode, seconded by Councilmember Edvalds, moved to adopt a resolution directing and authorizing the improvement of curbs, gutters, and sidewalk to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines, PN 3198, for an estimated total cost of $114,000, with Johnson County CDBG funding $100,000 and $14,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Resolution No. 1013 was assigned.
13. CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 7, 1995.
a) Consider review of special use permit previously issued to Carol Robinson to operate an in-home child care facility at 5105 Roberts.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Teefey, moved to extend SUP-7-90-7, for Carol Robinson to operate an in-home child care facility at 5105 Roberts for period of four (4) years, subject to the following conditions:
1. Review of the Special Use Permit in four (4) years;
2. The applicant file a copy of the State license if any changes to the current license are undertaken;
3. No outside persons be employed; and
4. No signage be allowed.
The motion carried 8-0.
b) Consider review of special use permit previously issued to Bryce’s Sports Saloon and Bar, 7441 Quivira Road, to allow the placement of pool tables.
Councilman Snell, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to extend SUP-8-90-7, for Bryce’s Sports Saloon and Bar, 7441 Quivira Road, to operate a billiard parlor, for a period of four (4) years, with review at that time. The motion carried 8-0.
c) Consider review of special use permit previously issued to Shawnee Mission Gardens, Inc. to operate a funeral home office at 23215 W 75th Street.
Councilmember Goode, seconded by Councilman Snell, moved to extend SUP-8-89-6, for Shawnee Mission Gardens, Inc. to operate a funeral home office at 23215 W 75th Street, for a period of four (4) years, with review at that time. The motion carried 8-0.
d) Consider review of special use permit previously issued to Cindy Keith to operate a one-chair beauty shop as a home occupation at 24615 W 71st Street.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Meyers, moved to extend SUP-5-92-8, for Cindy Keith to operate a one-chair beauty shop as a home occupation at 24615 W 71st Street, for a period of four (4) years subject to the following conditions:
1. Review of the special use permit in four (4) years;
2. The shop be limited to one (1) chair and no outside persons be employed;
3. No signage be allowed; and
4. The applicant submit a copy of the State beautician’s license to the Planning Department, upon renewal.
The motion carried 8-0.
e) Consider review of special use permit previously issued to Phil and Linda Steck to allow a residence in association with a business in Commercial Highway zoning, and the operation of Christot’s Country Montessori Preschool and Day Care Center, 21403 Midland Drive.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to extend SUP-5-94-7, for Phil and Linda Steck to allow a residence in association with a business in Commercial Highway zoning, and the operation of Christot’s Country Montessori Preschool and Day Care Center, 21403 Midland Drive, for a period of four (4) years subject to the following conditions:
1. Review of the Special Use Permit in four (4) years;
2. No more than ten (10) children and no employees are allowed prior to the applicant complying with all applicable Life Safety and Building Code requirements for a day care center, with a maximum of twenty-four (24) children when all requirements are met;
3. The hours of operation be limited to 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday;
4. The applicant shall provide staff with a copy of the State license indicating the maximum number of children allowed at the facility by the State when the number increases from the ten (10) for which the applicant was licensed in 1993;
5. The ground floor be the only area utilized for day care purposes;
6. The driveway and parking areas shall be paved and a sidewalk provided to the handicap entry, prior to expansion beyond ten (10) children on the premise;
7. City Engineer approval of the street improvements within the public right-of-way and the culvert pipe size, prior to construction;
8. Payment of the $251.72 stormwater detention fee to the Engineering Division, prior to any construction;
9. The applicants obtain a sign permit from the Planning Department, prior to installation of any signage;
10. Any future expansion will require a new special use permit prior to the expansion; and
11. Any farm animals to be kept on the premise be licensed and approved by the City Council with a Livestock Permit.
Councilmember Douglas asked if the smoke detectors were in place. Linda STECK, 21403 Midland Drive, applicant, said there were in place.
The motion carried 8-0.
f) Consider request for a special use permit to allow a 150-foot monopole communications tower to replace the existing 117-foot monopole, Southwestern Bell Mobile Systems, Inc., 6285 Ogg Road.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Teefey, moved to approve SUP-6-95-8, to allow a 150-foot monopole communications tower to replace the existing 117-foot monopole, Southwestern Bell Mobile Systems, Inc., 6285 Ogg Road, subject to the following conditions:
1. Review of the special use permit in one year;
2. The existing 117-foot monopole shall be removed from the site upon completion of the construction and wiring of the new monopole; and
3. The documents submitted to the Codes Administration Division for building permits shall indicate the location of the fall zone and be sealed by a licensed Kansas structural engineer.
Councilman Snell asked if there other towers similar to the proposed tower in the County and if so what color. Planning Director Chaffee said the new tower will be light blue to match the current tower.
Curtis HOLLAND, 7500 College Boulevard, Suite 750, Attorney representing Southwestern Bell Mobile Systems said that there is a tower similar to the proposed tower at Renner Boulevard and K-10. He said the tower is galvanized steel and they would be willing to paint the tower. Councilman Snell asked if the tower at the KU Regents Center was the same height. Paul WRABALICA, 7801 Farley, Real Estate Manager for Southwestern Bell Mobile Systems, said the pole at the Regents Center is approximately 150' and is one of their own poles.
Councilman Snell suggested that the motion be amended to have a light blue pole.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Teefey, moved to amend the motion to stipulate that the pole color be light blue.
14. CONSIDER REQUEST FROM ST. JOSEPH EARLY EDUCATION CENTER FOR A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT TO HOLD THEIR ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR.
Mayor Allen stated that St. Joseph Early Education Center has requested a special event permit for an outdoor craft fair to be held on Saturday, September 16, 1995.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to approve SE-22-95-9, special event permit for an outdoor craft fair to be held on Saturday, September 16, 1995, St. Joseph Early Education Center, subject to the following conditions:
1. The craft fair shall be held on September 16, 1995, from 9:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m.;
2. Temporary sign permits shall be obtained, if signage is displayed;
3. St. Joseph's shall pay the overtime cost for two (2) police officers to be stationed on Johnson Drive for pedestrian/traffic safety.
The motion carried 8-0.
COUNCIL ITEMS
15. CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FROM THE PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING OF AUGUST 22, 1995.
a) Placing Signs Identifying the Fort Leavenworth, a Branch of the Santa Fe Trail
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to approve placing 10 signs identifying the Fort Leavenworth Branch of the Santa Fe Trail, in the City at a cost of approximately $500. The motion carried 8-0.
b) Issuance of Building Permits Prior to the Completion of Streets Policy Statement
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Edvalds, moved to approve the Issuance of Building Permits in Unimproved Subdivisions Policy Statement as written.
Councilmember Teefey asked if all the concerns had been addressed under the policy. Councilmember Douglas mentioned that she had interpreted the policy statement to consider variances only during the winter months. Councilmember Meyers stated that the intent was to have a written policy and situations may still arise when contractors will ask for a variance.
The motion carried 8-0.
c) Engineering Services Contract for Pedestrian Crossing Signal Improvements at 67th Street and Bluejacket/Ballentine.
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to approve the engineering contract with Shafer, Kline and Warren with a Council recommendation of a mid block pedestrian signal.
Councilmember Douglas stated that she would like to see the pedestrian signal placed at the end of the school property.
The motion carried 8-0.
d) Speed Limit (School Zone) in Front of Full Faith Church.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to approve a 25 mph school zone in front of Full Faith Church and Maranatha Academy. The motion carried 8-0.
Councilmember Goode asked if the speed limit would be 25 mph at all times. Mayor Allen noted that it would be during school hours.
e) Amending an Ordinance Relating to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to adopt an ordinance extending the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board until deemed unnecessary. The motion carried 8-0. Having been adopted, Ordinance No. 2220 was assigned.
f) Request to Waive Civic Centre Rental Fees for Broken Arrow PTA.
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Teefey, moved to waive the Civic Centre rental fees for two (2) meeting rooms for Broken Arrow PTA once a month for approximately 2 hours for eight times during the school year. The motion carried 8-0.
g) Automatic Aid Agreement Between Lenexa and Shawnee.
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilman Snell, moved to approve the addendum to the Automatic Aid Agreement between Lenexa and Shawnee. The motion carried 8-0.
h) Revisions to the Animal Ordinance.
Councilmember Meyers, seconded by Councilmember Goode, approve all proposed revisions to the Animal Ordinance approved by Council on July 10, 1995, with the exception of the proposed revision to Section 6.08.030. The motion carried 7-0-1, with Councilmembers Teefey, Edvalds, Meyers, Goode, Breitenstein, Severance and Douglas voting “aye,” and Councilman Snell voting “nay.” Having been adopted Ordinance No. 2221 was assigned.
i) Having a City Theme and Changing the City’s Logo and Flag.
Councilman Snell, seconded by Councilmember Meyers, moved to have the Mayor appoint a committee for researching a logo for the City with suggested nominations to the committee submitted by Councilmembers.
Councilman Snell stated that Jack Waters has volunteered to chair this committee. He said that the theme or concepts could be taken to the high schools and/or colleges for design ideas.
The motion carried 8-0.
j) Sidewalk on Public Right-of-Way
Councilman Snell, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to approve allowing 27 feet of sidewalk from the driveway to the existing sidewalk on public right-of-way located at 7123 Summit. The motion carried 8-0.
BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
a) Accounting of Taxpayers’ Monies.
Darrel TESKE, 6933 Bluejacket, stated that he feels that Ms. Hargis should be given consideration when she requests an accountability of taxpayers’ monies.
STAFF ITEMS
16. CONSIDER AGREEMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LITTLE MILL CREEK TRAIL WITH THE CITIES OF LENEXA AND SHAWNEE.
Mayor Allen stated that this agreement is for the construction of the Little Mill Creek Trail which will connect with Lenexa’s existing trail to the Blackfish Parkway Trail within the Wedgewood subdivision. He said the total project cost is $263,000, with KDOT funding $200,000, and $63,000 coming from the City’s general fund.
Councilman Snell, seconded by Councilmember Douglas, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for the construction of the Little Mill Creek Trail which will connect with Lenexa’s existing trail to the Blackfish Parkway Trail within the Wedgewood subdivision for a total project cost of $263,000, with KDOT funding $200,000, and $63,000 coming from the City’s general fund. The motion carried 8-0.
17. CONSIDER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, MILL CREEK AT COPEHAVEN SUBDIVISION.
Mayor Allen stated that this item is to consider an Interlocal agreement between the County and the City of Shawnee for a stormwater management improvement project, Mill Creek at Copehaven subdivision. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $493,350, with Johnson County SMAC funding $370,012.50 and $123,337.50 being provided by the City.
Councilmember Breitenstein, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for a stormwater management improvement project, Mill Creek at Copehaven subdivision for an estimated total cost of $493,350, with Johnson County SMAC funding $370,012.50 and $123,337.50 being provided by the City. The motion carried 8-0.
18. CONSIDER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, MILL CREEK AT QUIVIRA ROAD BETWEEN 72ND TERRACE AND 73RD STREET.
Mayor Allen stated that this item is to consider an Interlocal agreement between the County and the City of Shawnee for a stormwater management improvement project, Mill Creek at Quivira Road between 72nd Terrace and 73rd Street. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $154,000 with Johnson County SMAC funding $115,500 and $38,500 being provided by the City.
Councilmember Douglas, seconded by Councilman Snell, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for a stormwater management improvement project, Mill Creek at Quivira Road between 72nd Terrace and 73rd Street for an estimated total cost of $154,000 with Johnson County SMAC funding $115,500 and $38,500 being provided by the City. The motion carried 8-0.
19. CONSIDER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, MILL CREEK AT 55TH STREET EAST OF OLD K-7 HIGHWAY.
Mayor Allen stated that this item is to consider an Interlocal agreement between the County and the City of Shawnee for a stormwater management improvement project, within Driftwood Acres subdivision, between 54th and 55th Streets and between Old K-7 Highway and the Kansas River Tributary. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $74,400, with Johnson County SMAC funding $55,800 and $18,600 being provided by the City.
Councilmember Breitenstein, seconded by Councilman Snell, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for a stormwater management improvement project, within Driftwood Acres subdivision, between 54th and 55th Streets and between Old K-7 Highway and the Kansas River Tributary for an estimated total cost of $74,400, with Johnson County SMAC funding $55,800 and $18,600 being provided by the City. The motion carried 8-0.
20. CONSIDER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, TURKEY CREEK AT 57TH STREET AND WESTGATE.
Mayor Allen stated that this item is to consider an Interlocal agreement between the County and the City of Shawnee for a stormwater management improvement project, Turkey Creek, Rosehill Road to a point east of Westgate, which will serve as an extension of the Long Avenue drainage improvements. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $108,300, with Johnson County SMAC funding $81,225 and $27,075 being provided by the City.
Councilmember Goode, seconded by Councilmember Edvalds, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for stormwater management improvement project, Turkey Creek, Rosehill Road to a point east of Westgate, which will serve as an extension of the Long Avenue drainage improvements for an estimated total cost of $108,300, with Johnson County SMAC funding $81,225 and $27,075 being provided by the City. The motion carried 8-0.
21. CONSIDER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, TURKEY CREEK AT HALSEY, TANGLEWOOD EAST TO 64TH STREET.
Mayor Allen stated that this item is consider an Interlocal agreement between the County and the City of Shawnee for a stormwater management improvement project, at Halsey from 63rd Terrace south to a point north of Tanglewood subdivision on the Turkey Creek Tributary. He said the estimated total cost of this improvement is $111,861, with Johnson County SMAC funding $83,895.75 and $27,965.25 being provided by the City.
Councilman Snell thanked staff and Councilmember Breitenstein, who served on the SMAC committee, for all the work they did to get the funding for these projects.
Councilman Snell, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to authorize the Mayor to sign an agreement for a stormwater management improvement project, at Halsey from 63rd Terrace south to a point north of Tanglewood subdivision on the Turkey Creek Tributary for an estimated total cost of $111,861, with Johnson County SMAC funding $83,895.75 and $27,965.25 being provided by the City. The motion carried 8-0.
22. CONSIDER BIDS FOR POLICE VEHICLES.
Mayor Allen stated that bids were received on August 25, 1995, for Police vehicles. Staff is recommending that Council accept the low bids from Shawnee Mission Ford, $15,594 and $14,998; and Broadway Ford $14,800, for a grand total of $45,392.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to award bids for three mid size sedans for the anti-drug grant officers to Shawnee Mission Ford, $15,594 and $14,998; and Broadway Ford $14,800, for a grand total of $45,392 with funding from the Special Narcotics Fund. The motion carried 8-0.
23. CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENT TO THE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS.
Mayor Allen stated that he is recommending the reappointment of John Barnes with a term expiring May 1, 1997.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to approve the reappointment of John Barnes to the Code Board of Appeals with a term expiring May 1, 1997. The motion carried 8-0.
24. CONSIDER REAPPOINTMENT TO THE FAIR HOUSING COMMITTEE.
Mayor Allen stated that he is recommending the reappointment of Glenn Wilson with a term expiring June 30, 1997.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilman Snell, moved to approve the reappointment of Glenn Wilson to the Fair Housing Committee with a term expiring June 30, 1997. The motion carried 8-0.
25. CONDUCT EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF RECEIVING ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATION.
Councilmember Goode, seconded by Councilmember Edvalds, moved to recess to executive session for 20 minutes for the purpose of receiving attorney/client privileged communication. The motion carried 8-0.
Upon return, Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Breitenstein, moved to reconvene the meeting. The motion carried 8-0, and the meeting reconvened at 8:41 pm.
26. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF SEMI-MONTHLY CLAIM FOR AUGUST 28, 1995, IN THE AMOUNT OF $822,351.79.
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to approve the semi-monthly claim in the amount of $822,351.79. The motion carried 8-0.
27. MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL ITEMS.
a) Monday Night Chiefs Game
Mayor Allen stated that there is a Monday Night Chiefs Game in October and the Council may consider rescheduling the Council meeting.
b) City Auction
Councilmember Teefey suggested that the City Auction be reviewed at the next Finance and Administration Committee meeting when the report is available.
c) Senior Citizen concerns with paying Taxes.
Ms. HARGIS stated that she would like Councilmember Douglas to share a story about a senior citizen who has to borrow money to pay her taxes.
Mayor Allen stated that he understands the concerns of senior citizens with their difficulty in paying their taxes. Ms. HARGIS said that just understanding the concerns does not help these individuals. Mayor Allen said that he is aware of a lot of hardship cases in the community and noted that he has taken personal money to pay for personal property taxes. He noted that the City has made an effort to keep the mill levy down. Ms. HARGIS suggested that the City could take the extra revenues to lower the mill levy. Mayor Allen noted that the City is taking the extra revenues to cover those expenses being incurred with the City’s rapid growth.
Councilmember Goode stated that City only gets a small portion of the taxes and he said he understands the concerns of the senior citizens.
Councilmember Douglas said that for the last four years, since this woman’s husband died, she has had to borrow money to pay her taxes. She noted that there is a source for funding that can help her. Mayor Allen noted that Kansas Homestead can help seniors pay their taxes based on their income. Councilmember Douglas noted that she is in Ward I, and would like the Councilmembers from that ward to meet with her.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Edvalds, seconded by Councilmember Goode, moved to adjourn. The motion carried 8-0, and the meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
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Mary Shafer, Recording Secretary
Exhibits:
Prepared By: Sonya Fendorf
