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CITY COUNCIL MEETING

MINUTES

MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2003

 

I.                    CALL TO ORDER

 

A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Liberty, Missouri was held in the Council Chambers at City Hall on August 25, 2003 with Mayor Stephen P. Hawkins presiding.  Mayor Hawkins called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

 

II.            INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

           

The invocation was given by Council Member Lyndell Brenton, who then led the pledge of allegiance.

 

III.       ROLL CALL

 

Roll call was answered by Mayor Stephen P. Hawkins; LeRoy Coe and Anna Marie Martin, Ward II; Lyndell Brenton and Juarenne Hester, Ward III; and Bill Parker and Jim Robertson, Ward IV.  Also in attendance were Patty Gentrup, City Administrator; Cynthia Boecker, Assistant City Administrator; Mike Lawless, City Engineer; Steve Anderson, Planning & Development Manager; Chris Deal, Parks & Recreation Director; Linda Tyree, Finance Director; Craig Knouse, Police Chief; Gary Birch, Fire Chief; Sara Ott, Assistant to the City Administrator – Human Resources; Dennis Dovel, Sports Complex Manager; Steve Rulo, Parks & Open Space Manager; LeAnn Lawlor, Aging Services Coordinator; Lyndsay Heal, Management Assistant; Jane Sharon, Deputy City Clerk; Angie Borgedalen, Liberty Tribune; Joe Cook, Liberty Sun News; and 11 members of the public.

 

IV.            APPROVE MINUTES AND SUMMARIES

 

A.                 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES OF MAY 12, 2003

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

B.                 REGULAR SESSION MINUTES OF JULY 14, 2003

 

Council Member Hester requested that a correction be made to the spelling of Council Member Coe’s name and that the Joint Session minutes refer to the Parks Board as the other entity meeting with the Council.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the minutes as amended.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

C.                 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES OF JULY 14, 2003

 

Council Member Hester moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried 4-0-2.  Council Members Brenton and Robertson abstained, due to absence.

 

D.                 SPECIAL SESSION MINUTES OF AUGUST 4, 2003

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

E.                  STUDY SESSION MEETING SUMMARY OF AUGUST 4, 2003

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the summary as distributed.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

F.                  SPECIAL SESSION MINUTES OF AUGUST 18, 2003

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried 4-0-2.  Council Members Parker and Robertson abstained, due to absence.

 

G.                 STUDY SESSION MEETING SUMMARY OF AUGUST 18, 2003

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the summary as distributed.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried 4-0-2.  Council Members Parker and Robertson abstained, due to absence.

 

V.            CITIZENS’ PARTICIPATION

 

Mayor Hawkins recognized Max Pepper, a scout with Troop 376, working on his Citizenship and the Community Badge.

 

VI.            MEETING SCHEDULE

 

Mrs. Gentrup stated that City Hall would be closed Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day and would reopen on Tuesday, September 2.

 

VII.            CONSENT AGENDA

 

A.        APPOINTMENTS

 

Fair Housing & Rehabilitation Committee

 

Reappoint Larry Winter to a term expiring 9/1/06

Reappoint Margaret James to a term expiring 9/1/06

 

Residential Rental Occupancy Board of Appeals

 

Reappoint Coleen Morris to a term expiring 9/1/08

 

Commission on Aging

 

Reappoint George Ibok to a term expiring 9/1/06

Reappoint Jamesetta Ash to a term expiring 9/1/06

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the appointments.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 


B.         AUTHORIZE EXECUTIVE SESSION TO BE HELD AUGUST 25, 2003 IN THE COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE REGULAR SESSION TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL LITIGATION MATTERS, AS AUTHORIZED BY 610.021(1) RSMo – MOTION

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the appointments.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

VIII.            PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

A.                ESTABLISH 2003 PROPERTY TAX RATE – ORDINANCE (SECOND READING)

 

Mayor Hawkins stated that the public hearing had been held on August 18, 2003.  Mrs. Gentrup asked Finance Director Linda Tyree to clarify the decrease in amount from utility and railroad taxes.  Ms. Tyree stated that the County had charged Aquila and Southwestern Bell at the rate for being under construction in 2002.  The two utilities have now been moved into the real estate category, hence the decrease of 1.7 million in revenues in the utility category.  Mayor Hawkins asked if utilities and railroads are levied at a different rate.  Ms. Tyree stated that was not known but that the City’s rate applied overall.

 

Mayor Hawkins asked if anyone had any additional comments on the property tax.

 

Document No. 6085 was read.  Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8552.

 

B.                 *SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR CONTINUED USE OF RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE AT 117 N. WATER [P&Z CASE NO. 03-1094SUP; APPLICANT:  TOM & JULIE UNDERWOOD] – RESOLUTION

 

Planning & Development Manager Steve Anderson stated that this is a request to renew a special use permit to allow the continued operation of a business in the Neighborhood Conservation Residential District (RNC).  He stated that the permit was first approved in 1994 and sunset when a giftshop stopped operating at the location.  In 2001, a special use permit was approved to allow offices and retail to operate in the location.  That permit was approved for a two-year term.  The permit proposed with this application would be for an indefinite period, allowing offices and shops.  Mr. Anderson stated the parking requirements have been met and HDRC concurred with the use.  He stated the seven requirements have been met and that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval.

 

Council Member Brenton asked for clarification of the reason why this application is not subject to the roadway development tax.  Mr. Anderson stated that traffic would not be increased by this use, however, the roadway development tax is required at the point a building permit is required and there is no activity associated with this application that requires a building permit.  Mrs. Gentrup stated that the site was also final platted before 2003.  Mr. Brenton asked why traffic was not the issue.  Mr. Anderson stated that the roadway development tax is designed to be paid when permits are required, even if the work is an interior remodeling.  With no permits required, no roadway development tax is required.

 

Mayor Hawkins opened the public hearing and asked if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the application.  Seeing none, he asked if anyone present wished to speak in opposition to the application.  Seeing none, he closed the public hearing.

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the resolution.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2139.

 

IX.            ORDINANCES, CONTRACTS AND RESOLUTIONS

 

A.                ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF VENDOR PAYMENTS FROM AUGUST 15, 2003 THROUGH AUGUST 22, 2003 – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6087 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Coe seconded the motion.

 

Council Member Martin asked about check no. 77624 to remove equipment in the exercise area at the community center.  She asked if there would be additional charges to return the equipment, once the space is renovated.  Parks & Recreation Director Chris Deal stated there would probably be another charge, but that the expenses were budgeted.

 

Vote on the motion was as follows:  Council Member Martin – yes; Council Member Hester – yes; Council Member Parker – yes; Council Member Coe – yes; Council Member Brenton – yes; Council Member Robertson – yes.  The motion carried unanimously; it was approved by the Chair and inscribed in Ordinance No. 8553.

 

B.                 *FINAL PLAT FOR WITHERSFIELD, 4TH PLAT LOCATED ON AN EXTENSION OF BUCKINGHAM DRIVE SOUTH [P&Z CASE NO. 03-1097FP; APPLICANT: SOUTH LIBERTY DEVELOPMENT LLC/JOE DUFFEY] – ORDINANCE

 

Mr. Anderson stated this is the fourth and final phase of Withersfield.  He stated there are 25 acres and 50 lots.  He stated that an application came forward for a rezoning and preliminary plat in 1997 and was denied.  With changes made, a second application came forward in 1998 and was approved, as were final plats for the first three phases.  He stated that the Adequate Facilities Ordinance requires the extension of Buckingham and a stipulation has been added to the ordinance with this requirement.

 

Mr. Anderson stated that water and sewer access meets city requirements.  He stated the final plat substantially conforms to the preliminary plat.  Mr. Anderson said that a cul-de-sac had been removed to address flood plain issues.  For Buckingham Road, Mr. Anderson stated that traffic calming measures had been added, including narrowing Buckingham from 36 feet wide to 32 feet wide.  At Surrey Street, a traffic circle would be added.  He stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the final plat with the stipulation as to the extension of Buckingham Road.

 

Council Member Hester asked what would happen with Buckingham Road when Withers Road was re-aligned.  Mr. Anderson said it is the responsibility of the next developer to come in to the new Withers Road.  Mayor Hawkins asked what distance the existing Withers Road is from the proposed new alignment.  Applicant Joe Duffey said it was about 1,200 feet.

 

Council Member Martin asked why the conservation easement was added for certain lots.  Mr. Anderson said it would be for the lots that flooded.

 

Council Member Coe asked why this location was selected for a traffic circle.  Mr. Anderson said that these types of traffic calming measures are encouraged in the City’s Comprehensive Plan and the opportunity was there.  Mr. Coe said he liked the idea.

 


Council Member Brenton asked what had changed in the last 24 to 36 months that would change the requirement to two connections.  Mr. Anderson clarified that there would be two access points – Buckingham Road and a secondary to Withers Road.  Mr. Brenton asked if the developer would get credit for building a collector street.  Mr. Anderson said he would not; credits apply only to arterial roads.  Council Member Martin asked why Buckingham Road would be narrowed.  Mr. Anderson stated the road is not needed to handle more than local traffic and this is a traffic-calming device.  Council Member Parker asked what type of curbs would be in the traffic circle.  City Engineer Mike Lawless stated the circle would have a truck apron and public safety equipment can get through.

 

Mayor Hawkins asked how long a period of time there would be no connection when Withers Road is re-aligned.  Mr. Lawless stated there will always be a connection during the transition, either to the old or to the new road.

 

Document No. 6088 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the ordinance with the stipulation.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8554.

 

C.                 *SITE PLAN FOR NEW OFFICE PARK LOCATED AT SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 96TH STREET AND M-291 HWY. [P&Z CASE NO. 03-214SP; APPLICANT:  WAYNE VALENTINE] – RESOLUTION

 

Mr. Anderson stated this was a site plan for an office park west of Park Lawn Funeral Home and north of the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church.  He stated there are 7 ½ acres with a total commercial space of 74,000 sq. ft.  He stated there would be a looped street and access to the site through an improved street the developer would be required to build through the Liberty portion of 96th Street.

 

He stated the building designs were varied.  Mr. Anderson stated the Adequate Facilities Ordinance required 96th Street to be fully improved.  As it is within the Kansas City city limits to the west, the improvement would be required to the end of the Liberty city limits.

 

Mr. Anderson stated the storm water would go to the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church detention areas.  He stated there would be interior sidewalk systems and the landscape plan called for trees and shrubs.  Mr. Anderson stated that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval with the stipulation as to the improvement of 96th Street.

 

Council Member Coe asked about handicapped parking and whether or not it met ADA requirements.  Mr. Anderson stated the city accessibility requirements have been met and that city staff does not enforce ADA requirements but that he would check on that.

 

Council Member Brenton asked where the dollars would come from when a traffic signal is warranted.  Mr. Anderson said that the City, MoDOT and Kansas City, Missouri would be involved in any discussions of a signal at that location, but it was not warranted with this site plan.  Mayor Hawkins asked about the timeframe for the Montclair development getting to 96th Street.  Mr. Lawless stated that both this application and the Montclair development are working toward it and which ever one arrives first, would do the work to improve 96th Street at that location.

 

Council Member Robertson asked if this would be connected to Kansas City water.  Mr. Lawless said it would be at one of two locations through the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church property.

 

Council Member Brenton asked if any contribution is assessed for a future signal.  Mr. Anderson said the roadway development tax is now collected and there is no longer a signal contribution required.  If a signal is warranted, it would be required, but credited through the roadway development tax.

 

Council Member Robertson asked about changes to Church Road when 96th Street is improved.  Mr. Lawless stated that the changes would be included when the improvements are made at the 291 Hwy./I-35 interchange, which is scheduled in 2006.

 

Council Member Hester moved to approve the resolution with the stipulation.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion.  Council Member Robertson stated that it had been a long time since a developer had made this kind of investment and he congratulated them on choosing Liberty.

 

The motion carried 5-0-1, with Council Member Robertson abstaining due to a potential conflict of interest.  The resolution is inscribed in Resolution No. 2140.

 

D.                SOUTH VALLEY PARK, 1ST PLAT

 

1.                   DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH PETERSON COMPANIES – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6089 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8555.

 

2.                   ACCEPTANCE OF STREET, STORM, SANITARY, GRADING AND WATER – RESOLUTION

 

Council Member Robertson moved to approve the resolution.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2141.

 

E.                 CONTRACT FOR COURIER SERVICES WITH PSI ARMORED, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,600.00 ANNUALLY – ORDINANCE

 

Mrs. Gentrup stated that when Commerce Bank moved from the square, bids were requested for a service to take City deposits to the bank.

 

Council Member Hester asked why the deposits are not going to the Liberty branch on Bell Circle.  Finance Director Linda Tyree stated that depositing the money in the facility in Kansas City is more efficient and gets the City’s deposits into the money stream more quickly.  She noted it would not cost any less to take the deposits to the Liberty branch.  Council Member Martin asked about the initial contract with Commerce Bank being before its announcement to remove from the Square.  Ms. Tyree stated that the City puts out a request for proposals every five years, but the agreement with Commerce Bank is such that it can be changed at any time.  Mrs. Martin asked if the branch on the Square being closed did not warrant looking at other options.  Ms. Tyree said convenience was just one of the elements included in making the decision.  The fees for services provided were lower than other banks considered.  Staying with Commerce Bank meant there would be no change needed in software and new checks would not need to be purchased.  Mrs. Martin said that, even if the bank had not moved, a courier might be needed anyway.

Council Member Parker asked if taking the deposits to Kansas City would give the City access to getting overnight interest.  Ms. Tyree said it would.  Council Member Coe commented that for a number of years City staff had been taking deposits up the street.  He asked why the police couldn’t take in the deposits.  Mrs. Gentrup said that staff had looked a several options, including continuing to use staff.  She stated the courier service was the most secure option and allowed a professional service to handle the transfer, instead of using staff that might change from day to day.  Mr. Coe said he would vote against the contract.

 

Council Member Martin stated this would address the auditor’s recommendation.  Council Member Parker said that getting the overnight interest might help defray the cost of the service.

 

Council Member Coe asked how much of the daily deposits is checks versus cash.  Ms. Tyree said the majority is in checks, but there is an element of risk, even with the deposits beings checks.  Council Member Brenton stated that he agreed with Council Member Coe and said that by not spending funds in this way, it shows the City’s belt-tightening efforts.  He stated that, had the City entered into an agreement with a local Liberty bank, it would probably get the interest the day of the deposit.

 

Document No. 6090 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  He stated he was doing so in order to vote against the ordinance.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which failed with only two affirmative votes.  Mayor Hawkins stated the ordinance would go to second reading on September 8.

 

F.                  RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF LOCAL REGULATIONS FOR FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6091 was read.  Council Member Coe moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Hester moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8556.

 

G.                 AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH RIGHT OF WAY ASSOCIATES FOR SOUTH LIBERTY PARKWAY PROJECT – ORDINANCE

 

Council Member Robertson asked if the easements required included the expense for moving overhead lines.  Mr. Lawless stated that for the South Liberty Parkway, KCPL distribution and transfer systems were already in private easements.  Mr. Robertson asked if the utility has to pay that cost if it is a City project.  Mr. Lawless stated the utility would have to pay for the move if the lines were in public right of way.  They are in a private easement in this case.  Mayor Hawkins asked if this expense had been considered.  Mr. Lawless said it has been budgeted.

 

Document No. 6092 was read.  Council Member Coe moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried 5-0-1.  Council Member Brenton abstained due to a potential conflict of interest.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8557.

 

H.                *CONTRACT WITH BURNS & MCDONNELL FOR STORM WATER FUNDING PHASE I STUDY IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,200.00 – ORDINANCE

 

Mr. Lawless stated that previous studies have been localized in a particular neighborhood or with reference to a specific basin.  He said that capital improvement funding has been allocated without any prioritization of the projects and has rarely focused on policies.  He stated that in May 2000 a storm water master plan was drafted.  Mr. Lawless stated that funding had been identified in 2010 funds and has been leveraged by grant funding.

 

He stated that a presentation had been made regarding financing options and this study would be the first of a three-phased approach to identify funding and a processing for addressing storm water policy implementation.  Mr. Lawless reviewed the six tasks that are included in this first phase, which concludes with the preparation of public information on the process.

 

Mr. Lawless stated the first phase was expected to take about four months.  It would be followed by the second phase – development of a rate structure, analysis and public input, taking approximately 12 months.  Phase III would then implement the utility, set up a master file and develop a budget.  This would take another year, depending on how complex the rate is.

 

Mayor Hawkins asked if future phases are in the 2004 budget.  Mr. Lawless said Phase II would be in that year’s budget.

 

Council Member Hester asked if reports could be made available.  Mr. Lawless said the reports would come to staff and the Council would be kept informed.  Mrs. Hester asked about the timeframe.  Mr. Lawless said it is a compressed schedule but is doable.  Mrs. Hester asked about public input.  Mr. Lawless said public involvement would be in the second phase.  He said that some sort of advisory group such as the Storm Water Advisory Committee would be established, but the reference to the public in the first phase is providing educational and informational communication to the public.  Council Member Robertson asked about the existing committee and whether it would continue.  Mr. Lawless said it could be reactivated and added to as an advisory group, if appropriate.  Mayor Hawkins asked how many served on the committee.  Mr. Lawless said there had been nine members.

 

Document No. 6093 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8558.

 

I.                   CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR BOWEN ASPHALT CO. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $434,478.10 FOR 2003 OVERLAY PROJECT – ORDINANCE

 

Mayor Hawkins asked if the overlay would cover the original list plus Avondale.  Mrs. Gentrup said that was correct.  Council Member Robertson asked how many miles of overlay were included.  Mr. Lawless said he could get that information.  Council Member Coe suggested if there was any money left over if Morse, north of Mississippi Street could be considered.

 

Council Member Martin asked if the condition of roads in Wilshire are the result of heavy truck traffic during the construction of the junior high.  Mr. Lawless said the roads have been in poor shape for a long time and this last overlay will complete the roads in Wilshire.  Mayor Hawkins noted those are about 40 years old.

 

Document No. 6094 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8559.

 

J.                   WATER SYSTEM PROJECTS

 

1.            CONTRACT WITH DOUGLAS PUMP IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,868.00 FOR CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF WATER WELLS – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6095 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Brenton moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8560.

 

2.            CONTRACT WITH LAYNE-WESTERN FOR TEST PUMPING AND CLEANING OF WELL #5 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,475.00 – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6096 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8561.

 

3.            NASHUA AND GORDON STREET WATER TOWER CLEANING AGREEMENTS

 

a.            AGREEMENT WITH CUNNINGHAM SANDBLASTING & PAINTING CO. IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,600.00 FOR EXTERIOR CLEANING – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6097 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Martin asked about the normal life of a cleaning.  Mr. Lawless said it is 3-5 years.  He said it is mainly for the bottom where condensation builds.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8562.

 

 


b.            AGREEMENT WITH LIQUID ENGINEERING CO. IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,590.00 FOR INTERIOR CLEANING – ORDINANCE

 

Council Member Hester asked about the cleaning process.  Mr. Lawless said a chlorine bleach is sprayed on the outside of the diver’s wetsuit to protect both the diver and the water.  A vacuum cleaner is used with a scrubber and the interior is videotaped and the diver works.  He said the State requires cleaning every five years.

 

Document No. 6098 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Parker seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8563.

 

K.            MID-AMERICA REGIONAL COUNCIL CONTRACTS

 

Mrs. Gentrup stated these are contracts that required adoption annually.

 

1.            CONTRACT FOR SENIOR TRANSPORTATION TRIPS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $84,232.00 – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6099 was read.  Council Member Coe moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Hester moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8564.

 

2.            CONTRACT FOR SENIOR CENTER ADMINISTRATION/MEALS ON WHEELS IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000.00 – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6100 was read.  Council Member Martin moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Coe seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8565.

 

L.         CONTRACT WITH ACCURATE ASPHALT PAVING & MARKING IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,650.00 FOR ASPHALT OVERLAY AT STOCKSDALE PARK – ORDINANCE

 

Mrs. Gentrup said the trail overlay had been planned and the parking lot added due to increased sports competition at that location.  Council Member Robertson asked if this overlay had been looked at with the public works overlay project.  Mr. Lawless said they projects involved different crews and equipment and had not been looked at together.

 

Document No. 6101 was read.  Council Member Martin moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Hester seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

Council Member Coe moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Parker seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8566.

 

M.        CONTRACT WITH KANSAS CITY MEN’S SENIOR BASEBALL LEAGUE IN THE AMOUNT OF $31,000.00 FOR FALL BASEBALL UMPIRING – ORDINANCE

 

Mrs. Gentrup stated the summer program had been completed and this contract was for fall play.

 

Document No. 6102 was read.  Council Member Robertson moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Coe seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Hester moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Coe seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 8567.

 

X.            OTHER BUSINESS

 

A.                PURCHASE OF COMPUTERS FROM HEWLETT PACKARD CO. IN THE AMOUNT OF $44,180.00 – MOTION

 

Assistant City Administrator Cynthia Boecker stated this purchase was though the same funding program (WSCA) that had been used in previous years, but this year only one payment would be made and that to Hewlett Packard.

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the purchase.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion.  Council Member Brenton asked what happens to the equipment that is replaced.  Ms. Boecker said some is recycled through the City, replacing other equipment and the rest is sold at the fall auction.  The motion carried unanimously.

 

B.         PURCHASE OF OFFICE FURNISHINGS FOR FIRE STATION NO. 1 FROM JOHN A. MARSHALL CO. IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,273.86 – MOTION

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the purchase.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

C.         AMUSEMENT LICENSE FOR CARNIVAL TO OPERATE DURING FALL FESTIVAL – MOTION

 

Council Member Coe moved to approve the license.  Council Member Robertson seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

XI.               MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR – None.

 

XII.            MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL

 

Council Member Hester stated she had received a call from a citizen about the restricted water use.  Mrs. Gentrup stated an article had appeared in The Kansas City Star, but it had only been a request for voluntary conservation in a specific area and had been lifted within two days.

 

 

XIII.            ADJOURNMENT

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.

 

 

                                                                                   

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