City of Effingham Kansas Minutes

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE: KIRK WOHLGEMUTH, KIRK KLOEPPER AND DON HOLLENBECK. PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL, BOB BLUNT PRESIDED IN THE ABSENCE OF THE MAYOR. BLUNT CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:00 P.M.

Sealed bids on the 2011 Street Project were opened. The bids were as follows:

Mid-America Road Builders, Inc - $55,954.20 with Option A

$85,612.20 with Option B

Martin Construction - $70,011.00 with Option A

$94,268.00 with Option B

The council reviewed and discussed the bids and the work to be done. Buzz can be around to make sure the work is done according to the bids. It was also suggested that we contact the retired KDOT inspectors who live in town to see if they would be interested in inspecting work on the project. Properly fixing the soft spots on Seabury was a concern. The council would like to have these dug out at least 4" to 6" and filled with rock before the asphalt patch is put down. Anything less will not fix the soft, alligator spots. Wohlgemuth said that his interpretation of the bid specs indicates that these soft spots do not have to be dug out. Austin Martin of Martin Construction was present and indicated that he had not bid those areas to be dug out and filled with rock before being patched. City Superintendent, Buzz Faught was instructed to talk with both bidders and see how they bid repair of the areas in question and if they are willing to repair them as the council has indicated they would prefer to have them repaired. Also, he needs to find out what, if any, increase this change will have on their bid prices.

Kloepper moved to table this matter until the regular council meeting on June 1st and to have the city superintendent clarify bids with the bidders for consideration at that time. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Kloepper moved to adjourn the meeting. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

Pat Strine, City Clerk

MAY 4, 2011

City Clerk, Patricia Strine, swore in the mayor and City Council Members elected in April 2011. James Potts was sworn in as mayor. Kirk Wohlgemuth, Robert Blunt, Mark Hurst, Kirk Kloepper and Don Hollenbeck were sworn in as city council members.

Mayor Potts called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Bob Blunt was appointed to serve as President of the Council due to receiving the most votes in the election. Mayor Potts submitted the following appointments to the council for approval:

City Superintendent Montre "Buzz" Faught

City Clerk Patricia Strine

City Treasurer Sue Martin

City Attorney Leonard Buddenbohm

Fire Chief Kirk Kloepper

Municipal Court Judge John Kurth

Clerk of the Court Sue Martin

Finance Committee Blunt & Hollenbeck

Parks, Playgrounds & Pool Committee Hollenbeck & Kloepper

Water Committee Hurst & Blunt

Streets & Alleys Committee Wohlgemuth & Hurst

Health, Sanitation & Beautification Kloepper & Hollenbeck

Buildings, Equipment & Christmas Lights Committee Wohlgemuth & Blunt

Hurst moved to approve the position appointments made by Mayor Potts. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Kloepper moved to approve the committee appointments made by Mayor Potts. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Wohlgemuth moved to accept the minutes of the previous meeting as written. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Hurst moved to approve and pay the bills. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Mandy Kobe, Finance Director, and Stephanie Leif, Community Development Director for the City of Atchison introduced themselves to the council. They told about the duties they perform and explained that they want to share ideas and resources with other communities in the area. Both indicated that they are available to answer questions and assist the city in any way they can.

Nancy Keith of the Effingham Community Development Group reported that the Farmers Market is starting this Saturday, May 7th, and will be held every Saturday through the end of September. Roger Frederick is in charge of this project. This year other items will be available at the Farmers Market. They have opened it up to a wide variety of vendors, including jewelry sales and flea market items. She also reported that ECD is filling the flower pots on Main Street again this year. The July 2nd celebration is in the planning stages at this time. They are planning to serve meals again and to have children's rides, games for all ages, horse drawn carriage rides, a car & tractor show and possibly motorcycles. The Traveling Tigers will be hosting bingo and will have refreshments. They are considering a garden tractor pull as well. This event is a way of bringing the community together and any funds remaining after the expenses are paid will be used for future community projects. Keith told the council that they will all be needed to help with the July 2nd celebration. It will take many helpers to make this event a success.

Jennifer Hansen gave the Pool Report. Opening day is May 30th. The last full week of operation will end on August 12th. The pool will open after on Saturdays and Sundays after August 12th until Labor Day, September 5th. The pool will be open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., weather permitting. Kloepper moved to leave the rates for the pool the same as they were last year. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried with 4 in favor (Kloepper, Hurst, Wohlgemuth, Blunt) and 1 opposed (Hollenbeck). Rates for the 2011 season are:

Daily admission: $2.50

Punch Cards: 10 punch card - $20.00

20 punch card - $40.00

Family season passes: $180.00 for up to 4 immediate family members

each additional immediate family member is $10.00 additional

Adult Aerobics: Monday & Wednesday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Adult Lap Swim: Tuesday & Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. All adult swim classes are $1.00 per session Dates will be set and posted later

Pool Parties: $100.00 for up to 40 people, each additional person is $2.00 A $40.00 non-refundable deposit is required for all pool parties

Swim Lessons: $25.00 for 1st family member

$10.00 for the 2nd family member $5.00 for each additional family member Dates will be set and posted later

Hansen told the council that she has been approached about having an evening session of swim lessons and also about having private lessons. The council suggested putting a survey in the Newsleaf to see if there is enough interest for either of these types of lessons. If private lessons are provided, they would have to be done through the city and the price would have to be more than regular lessons. A patio clock, life guard umbrellas, whistles, lounge chairs, tube covers, safety kits, replacement vacuum head and basket rack with baskets will be purchased with funds donated for the pool.

Brian Jolly and Kelli Postma were present to discuss use of Putthoff Ball Park by Atchison County Recreation for ball practice. They indicated that they would not need the bathrooms or the electricity for their practices as they are only about an hour long each. They agreed to pick up and dispose of trash at the park while they are using it. They need the park now through the end of July. A contract will have to be drawn up and signed. The city has received a copy of their insurance naming the city as an additional insured and $1.00 was paid for the use of the park. As soon as the contract is ready, the city clerk will contact Postma and she will get the contact to the appropriate board members for signatures. If someone contacts the city to rent the park for an event during the period of use by Atchison County Recreation, the city clerk will contact Postma so coaches can be informed and practices rescheduled.

Dan and Lillie Davis were present to inquire what can be done about the abandoned truck on their property. The previous property owner was supposed to come and remove the truck, but has failed to do so. The city superintendent has contacted Tim Holst, the previous property owner about this and has given him 30 days to remove the truck from the property. We will attempt to get a trooper to run the VIN to see if there is a lien against the truck. If there is, maybe the lien holder will remove the truck.

Jennifer Hansen told the council that her water bill was for 19,000 gallons last month. She normally uses 1,000 gallons a month. She has checked for leaks and can find none. The meter seems to be reading correctly since the elevated reading. The council instructed the city clerk to adjust Hansen's bill to reflect her normal usage. Hansen has paid the bill so she will be credited for the overpayment.

Buzz Faught, City Superintendent, gave his report to the council. He reported that he looked at Raymond Acheson's lot and spoke with him about what he wants to do there. The council instructed Faught to tell Acheson to submit a letter to the council stating specifically what he wants to do so the council knows exactly what they are considering. The Blue Building improvements are nearly complete. There is some electrical work to be done and then the cabinets can be installed. Faught reported that he has begun working on the pool and hopes to have it filled next week. He also asked permission to seek bids on street work to be done this year. The expected cost of the proposed work requires that the project be advertised for bids. Hurst moved to seek sealed bids for street work to be done this year. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Bids will be opened at a special meeting on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, at 7:00 p.m.

Buzz Faught asked permission to close the street behind his bar from 3:00 until 12:00 midnight on Saturday, June 4th for a dance. Hurst moved to allow Buzz Faught to close 6th Street behind his bar from 3:00 to 12:00 midnight on June 4th for a street dance. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Ordinance No. 2011-02 setting regulations for controlling weeds and other nuisances in the city was discussed. City Attorney, Leonard Buddenbohm, explained that this ordinance details violations better and allows for court action if violations are not rectified. The need to enforce this ordinance if it is passed was discussed. Hollenbeck said the council has to back the enforcing officer even if they don't agree with him 100%. Hollenbeck moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2011-02. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried with 4 in favor (Wohlgemuth, Blunt, Hurst, Hollenbeck) and 1 opposed (Kloepper).

The bill at Thayer's for repairs at 4M Car Wash was discussed. In the future no one is to accept responsibility for damage or agree to pay for damages allegedly caused by the city. These matters will be brought to the council and should be turned over to the insurance company for settlement. The city superintendent was told to inform residents, as much as is practical, when water will be shut off. Wohlgemuth moved to pay Thayer's bill. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Problems with the manhole in Eckert's field were discussed. Kloepper moved to contact Kansas Rural Water Association about smoke testing lines to try and find the problem. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

An ordinance raising court costs to $75.00 was considered. Hurst moved to adopt Ordinance No. 2011-03 raising court costs to $75.00. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

The problem with vehicles parking in the fire lane at the Blue Building during events was discussed. This happened again during a recent auction at the Blue Building. A deputy who was at the scene told Kloepper that the city's ordinance didn't have "enough teeth in it" for him to write a ticket. City Attorney, Buddenbohm, will contact the Sheriff about this matter. There should be no problem with the ordinance since we use the Standard Traffic Ordinances for Kansas Cities published by the League of Kansas Municipalities. Buddenbohm told the council that anyone who sees the violation can file a complaint with the Municipal Court and it will be prosecuted. He suggested taking pictures if possible.

The Kansas Leadership Commission has offered the city ten free registrations to their annual Leadership Conference in the fall. All fees, lodging and most meals will be paid for. This is offered as a way of making amends for using an unflattering picture of Effingham on a postcard mailing earlier this year. The group has never worked with a city as small as Effingham and hopes to learn something from the experience. Mayor Potts will write a letter to Ed O'Malley telling him that we will send some people to the conference. We will let him know later how many.

Properties needing to be demolished or repaired was on the agenda for discussion. These issues can be addressed under Ordinance 2011-02 as soon as it is published and in effect.

Kloepper voiced his concern about contaminates leaking from wrecked vehicles into the ground during the demo derby planned at Putthoff Park this summer. He does not want to allow parking on the ball field for this reason. The new permit allows for parking on the ball field. It also requires a $500.00 deposit and the everything be restored to the condition it was in when the permitee took possession of the premises. Since the park has already been reserved under the existing permit, the city will have to allow parking on the ball field. Kloepper moved to change the Permit for Use of Putthoff Park for Events to not allow parking on the ball field after Buzz Faught's event. Hollenbeck seconded the motion. The motion carried with 3 in favor (Kloepper, Hollenbeck, Hurst) and 2 opposed (Wohlgemuth, Blunt). The city clerk was instructed to put the permit on the agenda for the next regular meeting.

City Attorney, Buddenbohm reminded council members about proper behavior for elected officials and encouraged them not to engage in behaviors that could reflect negatively on the city, its employees or officials. We should always try to represent the city in a positive way.

Blunt moved to adjourn the meeting. Hurst seconded the meeting. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:54 p.m.

Pat Strine, City Clerk

CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES of APRIL 6, 2011

CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE: KIRK WOHLGEMUTH, BOB BLUNT, MARK HURST, KIRK KLOEPPER AND TODD ECKERT. MAYOR JIM POTTS CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:00 P.M.

Hurst moved to accept the minutes of the previous meetings as written. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Blunt moved to approve and pay the bills. Eckert seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

The mayor reported that Trey Cocking called him to say he and Stephanie Leif would not be attending the meeting tonight. The will plan to come next month.

Darrell Brown was present and requested free water and sewer service for his new business. He is opening Three Boys Power Sports at 506 Main Street. Eckert moved to grant 6 months free water and sewer service to Three Boys Power Sports as is the custom with new businesses. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

City Superintendent, Buzz Faught gave his report to the council. He reported that all the walls in the Blue Building have been painted. The remainder of the work to be done on the building will be completed after Prom. He told the council he would like to hire Doug Hartter to lay the floor tile in the north room at the Blue Building. Hartter has indicated that he would do this for $300.00 and should have it done in two days. This is less than it would cost the city to pay employees to do the job. The council agreed to this if Hartter will sign a contract for the work to be done. City Attorney, Leonard Buddenbohm will help with drawing up a suitable contract. Faught reported that he has begun patching holes in the streets. He plans to start mowing this week and will begin work at the pool within a couple of weeks. Faught told the council that he spent time with representatives of the Kansas Water Resources and the Kansas Geological Group when he was at the annual KRWA conference last week. They discussed the wells being dug by Rural Water District #5 south of Effingham. The rural water district is required, as part of their permit, to monitor water levels at these wells 24/7. If there is any drop in the water levels, they will be required to shut down their wells.

Buzz Faught asked the council for permission to block off 6th Street after business hours for a street dance in the future. He will have more information at the next meeting.

Raymond Acheson told the council that he has purchased the lots at 411 Elizabeth Street. He intends to use these lots and the lots that he owns at 605 4th Street for parking his trucks. He told the council that the water meter pit will be in the way of where he wants to enter the property on Elizabeth Street. He would like to have it moved. There were concerns about removing any existing curb and gutter or driving over it. He would also like to have a tube put in on 4th Street, there is no curb and gutter there, to make a level entry. He would like to add 75 ft of tube to the existing 6" steel tube already in the alley. The council told Acheson that they will need more information before a decision can be made. The will need measurements and specifics about what he wants to do. Acheson was told to get the information together and bring it to the a future meeting.

The matter of delinquent utility hookup fees owed by Jim Snyder for property he sold on Edwards Road was discussed. Wohlgemuth moved to meet with the City Attorney in executive session for 10 minutes to discuss this legal matter. Eckert seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned to executive session at 7:19 p.m. The executive session adjourned and the regular meeting reconvened at 7:29 p.m. Kloepper moved to file suit against Jim Snyder dba Snyder Construction. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. It was also stated that water and sewer service will not be provided at Snyder's unfinished house on Edwards Road until the $600.00 utility hookup fees are paid for that property.

The Weed/Nuisance Ordinance was discussed. It was noted that once a complaint has been filed under this ordinance, it is up to the Judge of the Municipal Court to deal with compliance and fines. The council will have nothing to do with enforcement. Several items need to be revised including: #14 needs to state "no" inoperable vehicles unless they are enclosed in a stockade type fence or a building; the reference to the "zoning ordinance" needs to be removed as we have no zoning ordinance; #10 needs to state that all costs associated with towing and storage are the responsibility of the owner. The ordinance will be redone and mailed to council members prior to the next meeting. Eckert moved to table the ordinance until the changes are made. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

The clerk informed the council that Atchison has raised their court costs to $75.00. Since we generally set our court costs at the same rate, we will need to consider raising our court costs again. An ordinance will be prepared for the next meeting.

The revised insurance package was presented to the council. The price is $13,766.00 + $495.00 for the additional coverage requested by the council. The old dump truck still needs to be removed from the policy. This should lower the total cost by about $600.00. Hurst moved to pay the insurance package premium after the old dump truck is removed. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

The agreement for use of Putthoff Park was considered. A blank will be put in for the time the park must be vacated. If the park is used on days preceding or following an event, each day will be charged separately. Eckert moved to accept the agreement with the changes. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Street work was discussed. City Superintendent, Buzz Faught reminded the council that he has already talked to Austin Martin about 3rd Street. He will have to contact Martin to see if the price has increased since fuel prices have gone up. The council agreed that if the price increases 25% or more, they will need to revisit this matter. Faught said that 2nd Street between Howard and George Streets will need to be torn out and redone as there is nothing left to repair. Seabury Street was also discussed. The holes have been repaired numerous times but just keep coming back due to heavy bus traffic. School traffic is also taking a toll on 9th Street. Since 9th Street and Seabury Street North of Main are used heavily by school buses that transport students from all over the county, the County Commission will be approached about helping with the repair and maintenance of these streets. In the past, the county shared the cost of repair and maintenance of these streets. John Street from Main Street north to 9th Street is also in bad shape. This street may need to be torn out and a new base established. It could then be chip and sealed at a future time. The council instructed Faught to look into possibly renting a crack sealer for maintenance. Faught told the council that he has spoken with representatives of Lancaster and Nortonville about going together to purchase chip and seal equipment for street repairs and sharing labor to maintain the streets in all three cities. The council was not sure this was a workable solution.

The issue with the manhole on Todd Eckert's property was discussed. Wohlgemuth moved to contact Kramer Engineering to discuss this matter and see what they think is causing the problem and what kind of a solution they suggest. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

The St. Ann's Knights of Columbus have requested use of the Blue Building at no charge for a dance following the annual St. Ann's Picnic on July 23rd. They will pay the usual deposit. Eckert moved to allow the Knights of Columbus to use the Blue Building for free on July 23rd provided they make the usual security deposit. Hurst seconded the motion. the motion carried unanimously.

The St. Ann's Knights of Columbus have requested permission to paint parking lines on the street in front of St. Ann's Church. Eckert moved to give the Knights of Columbus permission to paint parking lines on the street in front of St. Ann's Church. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Resolution No. 1102 Adopting the Atchison County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan as the City's Mitigation Plan and Resolving to Comply with the Plan Maintenance Section of the Plan was considered. The maintenance section compliance consists of the city distributing weather radios to all residents by 2015. There are grants available for the purchase of weather radios and the city can get someone to program them for residents. Kloepper moved to adopt Resolution No. 1102. Eckert seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

A request for a donation to the After-Prom Event was presented to the council. Eckert moved to donate 2-20 punch admission cards for the pool to After-Prom. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

City Superintendent, Buzz Faught reported that he spoke with management at Jackson Farmers, Inc about a possible rat problem when the old feed mill is torn down. They indicated that rat extermination has been ongoing at the mill.

We still have a problem with parking in the Fire Lane behind the Blue Building during events held there. The "No Parking" signs on the Fire Station doors have been removed and need to be replaced. In the future, vehicles parked in front of the door or in the fire lane will be ticketed.

Kloepper informed the council that the age of our fire truck could be a problem. If a truck was built before 1986, even if it has been refurbished as ours has, it may not be acceptable. We may need to upgrade soon. Kloepper said we could sell our truck to defer the cost of a newer one. We would keep all the equipment now on the truck.

Eckert moved to adjourn the meeting. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

Pat Strine, City Clerk

JANUARY 5, 2011

COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE: KIRK WOHLGEMUTH, BOB BLUNT, MARK HURST, KIRK KLOEPPER AND TODD ECKERT. MAYOR JIM POTTS CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 7:00 P.M.

Hurst moved to accept the minutes of the previous meeting as written. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Kloepper moved to approve and pay the bills. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Buzz Faught, City Superintendent, gave his report to the council. The generator at the Municipal Building is in and working. He still has 10 to 12 water meters to install. There are about 13 water meters that need to be raised and/or relocated. He told the council that the rear end in the Ford pickup needs to be replaced. Faught said he needs somewhere to store supplies, lawn mowers, etc. There is no more room in the shop. He has located a 12' x 32' building on skids that can be placed where the rock pile is now at the City Shop site. The rock pile can be moved to the city's lots on George Street. The building is repossessed and can be purchased and delivered for $5,000. The city clerk reported that there are funds available for this purchase in both the water and sewer funds. Eckert moved to purchase the repossessed building for $5,000 and put it near the City Shop. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

It was reported that 4M Car Wash is claiming damages occurred to their equipment when the new water meter was installed. This matter has been turned over to the insurance company for investigation.

Blunt moved to adjourn to executive session for 15 minutes to discuss a legal matter with the city's attorney and to include the city clerk and the city superintendent in the executive session. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The regular meeting adjourned to executive session at 7:17 p.m. The executive session adjourned and the regular meeting resumed at 7:32 p.m.

Kloepper reported that a second electrical box needs to be installed at the Blue Building. The Fire Station's air compressor had to be shut off as there is no room in the existing box. Larry Coder will be installing a second box. He may be able to start next week.

The proposed nuisance/weed ordinance was briefly discussed. The city attorney will type up a new draft and it will be sent to council members to read before the February meeting.

Hurst moved to designate the Effingham Branch of the Exchange National Bank as depository for city funds for the year 2011.

Eckert moved to have the same signer's as last year for city checks. The signer's were the mayor, city clerk, city treasurer, Kirk Kloepper and Bob Blunt. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Wage increases for employees were discussed. They have not received a wage increase since 2007. City Attorney, Leonard Buddenbohm, declined a raise but stated that it has nothing to do with the propriety of the wage increase. Blunt moved to adjourn to executive session for 10 minutes to discuss personnel matters. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned to executive session at 7:45 p.m. The executive session adjourned and the regular meeting resumed at 7:55 p.m. Eckert moved to grant the city clerk, city superintendent and city treasurer a 4% wage increase. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Eckert moved to authorize the mayor to sign the Annual Operation and Maintenance Agreement between the City of Effingham and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks for operation and maintenance of the Effingham Municipal Swimming Pool. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

JoEllen Banks has purchased the former Hair Square from Nancy Marlatt and renamed it the Uptown Salon. A request from Banks for 6 months free water and sewer service as a new business was considered. Kloepper moved to grant 6 months free water and sewer service to the Uptown Salon. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Mark Hurst verbally submitted his resignation as Chief of the Effingham City Fire Department. The council unanimously accepted his resignation. Mayor Potts appointed Kirk Kloepper as Chief of the Effingham City Fire Department. Eckert moved to approve the appointment. Blunt seconded the motion. The motion carried with 4 in favor (Wohlgemuth, Blunt, Hurst, Eckert) and Kloepper abstaining.

Blunt moved to adjourn the meeting. Eckert seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

Pat Strine, City Clerk

CITY OF EFFINGHAM CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

DECEMBER 1, 2010

COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT WERE: KIRK WOHLGEMUTH, MARK HURST AND KIRK KLOEPPER. COUNCIL PRESIDENT, BOB BLUNT PRESIDED IN THE ABSENCE OF THE MAYOR. THE MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:00 P.M.

Hurst moved to approve the minutes of the previous meeting as written. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Kloepper moved to approve and pay the bills. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

City Superintendent, Buzz Faught was unable to attend due to illness. The Superintendent's Report was distributed to the council. Kloepper suggested that we look into selling any old copper that may be collected as the new water meters are installed.

The proposed Weed Ordinance was discussed. Kloepper moved to table action on the ordinance until the entire council can be present to discuss it. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

A report from the City Superintendent on the monitoring of water usage at DJ's Food and Fuel was discussed. The meter shows that approximately 111 gallons of water are used daily at the store. This is consistent with the billings.

Bids for installing a metal ceiling in the Blue Building and replacing the existing light fixtures were read. The bids were as follows: Wenzl Construction $16,802.00; L & L construction $18, 995.00; Martin Construction $23,450.00; TC Hauling $14,600.00.

Kloepper moved to award the project to TC Hauling at the price of $14,600.00 after verifying that all work required is included in his bid. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Resolution No. 1101 Waiving GAAP requirements for the year ending December 31, 2011 was considered. Hurst moved to adopt Resolution No. 1101. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

A request from Lockhard's Trading Post for free water and sewer service as a new business in town was considered. Hurst moved to grant six months free water and sewer service to Lockhard's Trading Post upon receiving a copy of their valid Kansas Retailer's Sales Tax Registration Certificate. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Applications for 2011 Cereal Malt Beverage Licenses were considered. Three applications were received. Buzz's submitted 2 applications and DJ's Food and Fuel submitted one application. Hurst moved to grant CMB Licenses for all applications received. Wohlgemuth seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Renewal of the city's membership in the Kansas Rural Water Association was discussed. Wohlgemuth moved to renew the city's membership in the Kansas Rural Water Association for the coming year. Kloepper seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Renewal of the city's membership in the League of Kansas Municipalities was discussed. Kloepper moved to renew the city's membership in the League of Kansas Municipalities. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Christmas gifts for city employees were discussed. Last year Buzz and Pat received $150.00 each. Leonard and Sue each received $50.00. Kloepper moved to give the same gifts as last year to employees. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously.

Kloepper asked for approval to buy equipment for the fire department using up to the amount remaining in the budget. Some of the equipment needed will exceed his $800.00 unauthorized spending limit. Kloepper read a list of equipment needed to the council. The council agreed to allow Kloepper to purchase as much fire equipment as the remaining budget will allow.

Kloepper moved to adjourn the meeting. Hurst seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

Pat Strine, City Clerk

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