CITY OF BURLINGTON, KANSAS

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS/UTILITIES

Landfill
Projects
Recycling Centers
Sanitary Sewer Service Rates
Street Department
Wastewater/ Sewer
Water
Goals

LANDFILL: - COFFEY COUNTY LANDFILL

Location: 1498 12th Lane SE; Burlington, Kansas
Mailing Address: 
    Coffey County Engineer
    110 S. 6th Street; Room 5
    Burlington, KS  66839
Phone: (620)364-2048 or 800-232-9423 / FAX 620-364-5192
Hours:  Monday  -  Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.    
            1st & 3rd Saturday of Month:  8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


The Coffey County Sanitary Landfill, owned and operated by Coffey County, is approximately one mile northeast of Burlington. All solid waste is brought to the existing landfill from six incorporated communities by commercial haulers and from rural areas by individual residents. As of 1996, permitted area occupies approximately 40 acres, and receives approximately 15,000 cubic yards of waste per year.  

In December 2001, Coffey County the new Coffey County Landfill was officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony.  The first six cells of the new Landfill were completed at an estimated cost of $1,000,000 and has a life expectancy of more than forty years.  Although this phase of the project is completed, this is an on-going project. 

Ordinance 606 approves a special use to establish the following: limestone mining, crushing, stockpiling; temporary production of asphalt concrete; facilities for noxious weeds, household hazardous waste, recycling collection, waste tire monofill reduction and shredding, composting site; a solid waste management office, truck scales, scale house, groundwater monitoring wells, methane monitoring wells, lechate collection and treatment, storage of specialized Highway Department equipment and materials, and other used accessory to solid waste management operations in the I-2 Heavy Industrial District.

NOTE:  Household Hazardous waste should be taken to the Coffey County Noxious Weed Department which is located next to the Coffey County Recycling Center.  Tires: In 2004, Coffey County Landfill began charging a fee for tire disposal.

See the Coffey County home page at www.coffeycountyks.org for Sanitary Landfill Rates

RECYCLING CENTERS:

COFFEY COUNTY RECYCLING CENTER
Telephone: (620)364-8409
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday	8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesdays	8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays (1st & 3rd Sat. of month)	8:00 a.m. to noon
Location: 1432 12th Lane SE - Go east on Neosho Street out of Burlington; follow the signs. The Recycling Center is about a quarter of a mile west of the Coffey County Landfill. For more information on the Recycling Center and on disposal of household hazardous waste, contact the Coffey County Noxious Weed Department.
CURBSIDE RECYCLING
CALL THE RECYCLING CENTER FOR INFORMATION

 

RECYCLING TRANSFER CENTER   Metals and Metal Appliances
Telephone	620-364-2151 [Hosford's]
Hours	Monday - Friday  9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location	East of Burlington - CALL FOR PICKUP

 

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STREET DEPARTMENT:

Doug Mast, Street Superintendent
P.O. Box 207; 901 South 10th
Burlington, KS 66839

Phone: (620)364-2703/FAX: (620)364-2996
Email:  burlstreets@mchsi.com 

    Burlington has a total of 515.5 blocks of streets totaling 42.95 miles. This does not include a new housing development, development of Commerce Park, or the three industrial parks. There are no natural streets, 57 rock streets, 312 chip & seal (cold mix) streets, 75 hot mix streets, and 16 concrete streets in the City.  (See also: "City Departments/Services")

WATER/WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT

Danny Hawkins Water/Wastewater Superintendent
P.O. Box 207; 101 E. Miami St.; Burlington, KS 66839

Phone: (620)364-8332/FAX: (620)364-2996
Email:  h2oburlington@mchsi.com
        or h2oplant@mchsi.com

WATER:

The City of Burlington not only supplies water to residents and business within the city limits, but also to Industrial Parks #1, #2, #3, and #4 just south of the city on U.S. Highway 75.  The city also supplies water to Rural Water District No. 2, Rural Water District No. 3, the City of Gridley, the City of LeRoy, and the City of New Strawn.  

WASTEWATER/SEWER:

The sewage collection system for the City of Burlington has developed along with the expanding population to serve the residential and business activities. The system consists largely of 8" gravity lines, however, there are a few 10" and 12" mains in the critical areas. The main lift station, located near Second Street and St. Lawrence Street, pumps directly to the sewage treatment plant. There are seven smaller lift stations located throughout the City, one of which also pumps directly to the sewage treatment plant.
  
Sewer Lagoons - The City of Burlington has recently built  new sewer lagoons on approximately 59.74 acres south of Burlington and east of Highway 75.

CITY OF BURLINGTON GOALS FOR 2012

CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

1.             Maintain city investments and refinance current bonds at the best possible rate of return.

2.             Prepare 2013 City Budget.

3.             Review Audit Proposals and Award the Audit Contract.

4.             Achieve outstanding audit report.

5.             Work with LKM to update the City Personnel Policies and Procedures.

6.             Work with LKM for recodification of city ordinances.

7.             Provided friendly and courteous customer service.

8.             Provide a new look for city website.

9.             Provide Municipal Court Services for Burlington, Waverly, and LeRoy.

10.          Research and prepare various financial reports, vouchers for bill paying, payroll, reports, permits, ordinances, resolutions, tax assessments, easements, deeds, loan documents, agreements, franchises, and invitations to bid, and other legal documents - in addition to regular correspondence and emails.  Prepared packets for meetings and prepared minutes of meetings.

11.          Continue to improve office efficiency through use of technology available: computer, internet, Facebook, and organization and training.

12.          Update computer hardware and software and other office equipment, as needed, to provide increased efficiency.  Update City Hall’s Server.

13.          Prepare and publish various documents and articles, including City Clerk’s Notes, advertisements for employment, public notices, proclamations, etc. for the Community Calendar, sale advertisements, and information on events.

14.          Participate in personnel matters, including but not limited to:  evaluations, salary review, work plans, termination, interviews, and Employee Benefit Meetings for health insurance, Workman’s Compensation.

15.          Prepare and process paperwork and contracts for funding of various projects and city business with General Obligation Bonds and for Temporary G.O.Bs, Infrastructure Funds, and other city funds.

16.          Maintain personnel files, prepare payroll and timecards, and coordinate employee benefits.  An Annual Benefit Totals computer spreadsheet will be prepared to provide an informative breakdown of each employee's total pay and benefits for the year. Each employee will receive a personal Annual Benefits Total Package annually.

17.          Track/prepare inventory for all departments and submit it to the City Auditor.

18.          Prepare and process applications for licenses/permits:  Cereal malt Beverage, Amusement & Dance, Trailer Court, Plumbers, Electricians, Transient Merchants, and Solicitors.

19.          Continue to assist the public, various agencies, Department Heads and Council on various aspects of projects.

20.          Continue to improve on collection of delinquent utility accounts.

21.          Continue to promote community safety through membership in Mutual Aid Programs (KMEA, KPP, KSMAP), National Incident Management System (NIMS) training, and other Emergency Management programs and procedures. 

22.          Continue following the Federal Trade Commission Identity Theft Protection Program Red Flag Rule.

23.          Arrange for personnel training that will enhance employee safety and efficiency. 

24.          Continue improve and maintain computerized indices for tracking/locating various documents and information.  Continue to improve file retention and storage.

25.          Plan and host events, such as a retirement party, Business Appreciation Picnic, Employee Picnic, and staff meetings, open houses, and tours.

26.          Conduct the 2012 Tax Exemption Review for Charloma.

27.          Prepare Goals for 2013 and Accomplishments for 2012 for all city departments.

28.          Continue key storage project.

29.          Improve after-hours bill payment drop-off box.

PLANNING & ZONING

1.             Recodify Burlington City Code.

2.             Provide a new website look for the City of Burlington.

3.             Obtain KACE certification.

4.             Continue to improve the cataloging and storage of site and building plans.

5.             Prepare and process documentation for the Tree City USA Program and the Growth Award Program.

6.             Prepare flyers and other documents for the Arbor Day celebration, and participate in the event.

7.             Continue to update the maps, as needed.  Will work with the Census Bureau on updates.

8.             Continue the review Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Regulations.

9.             Promote Downtown Revitalization & Expansion of Commerce Park and Industrial Parks.

10.          Maintain the Tracking Logs for Permits and Planning Commission/BZA cases & minutes.

11.          Advertise the Spring and Fall Cleanup projects, and recycling of Christmas trees and cardboard

12.          Work with the public on a daily basis to answer their questions and concerns and help them with any zoning issues they had.

13.          Prepare zoning permits, move structure permits, occupancy permits, and sign permits; and advised the applicants of their responsibilities and requirements of the permits; and approve/disapprove.

14.          Serve on the Burlington Tree Board and Burlington Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals.  Prepare meetings agendas, packets, and minutes of the meetings.  Handle publication of zoning related hearings, ordinances, etc.

15.          Attend Coffey County Strategic Planning Board meetings, and other agency and committee meetings as requested or needed.  Work with Burlington Promotions on various activities including the Fall Festival.

16.          Attend training that is beneficial to the position of Zoning Clerk.

PARKS DEPARTMENT

1.         Maintain safety practices and continue a safe work environment.

2.         Assist customers, other personnel, and other departments.

3.         Keep buildings and equipment in good working order and clean.

4.         Purchase new truck and riding mower.

5.         Industrial Park #3 – Continue to maintain windbreak and brush clean-up.

6.         Parks and Buildings:  Continued to do upgrades:  Conrad Park – new playground equipment and parking lot; 4-H Building – paint and work on 3-foot tall rock front of building; Caboose Bathroom – replace doors and frames.

7.         Work with Rotary to install Flag Pole Monument in Kelley Park.

8.         Continue the downtown beautification project.

9.         Continue tree and flower bed maintenance – care, trimming, etc.

10.      Purchase banners to extend to the Museum.

11.      Put a storage building in chain link area at Parks Department.

12.      Continue brush control and clean up of Rock Creek, City Dam, and East River Bridge.

13.      Replace sod at Veterans Park and at Caboose Park.

14.      Finish Level 2 Road Scholar Classes.

15.      Access to Neosho River:  Install stairs at Kelley Park and the East River Bridge.

16       Work with contractor on Sidewalk Improvement Project to connect parks (Oak Park to Katy Park pool area).

17.      Assist with various community events and projects, as needed.

POLICE DEPARTMENT

1.             Enhance and develop professionalism of staff through professional level training.

2.             Enhance positive public relations with council and community.

3.             Continue to search for grants, gifts, and donations.

4.             Closely watch budget and operational expenses.

5.             Continue to work nuisance property cases.

6.             Get new roof installed on Animal Shelter.

7.             Expand available office space for Police Department.

8.             Assist with various community activities, including but not limited to directing traffic for funerals and various events, and parades.

9.             Assist County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies when needed.

10.          Continue to promote and maintain public safety for the community.

STREET DEPARTMENT

1.             Rebuild base on Kennedy Street from Wilson to 75 Highway.

2.             Mill and lay hot mix on Kennedy Street from Cleveland to 75 Highway.

3.             Mill and lay hot mix on 5^th Street from St. Lawrence to Alleghany.

4.             Mill and lay hot mix on 14^th Street from Alleghany to Housatonic,

5.             Chip seal approximately 100 blocks.

6.             Conduct annual spring and fall city-wide clean-ups.

7.             Blade alleys as requested.

8.             Continue ditch cleaning throughout the city.

9.             Assist other departments as needed.

10.          Crack-fill streets citywide.

11.          Continue to maintain equipment in good working order.

12.          Provide opportunities for increased education of staff.

13.          Review Sidewalk Replacement Applications for Council approval.

14.      Maintain city streets in winter with Ice & Snow Removal.

15.      Assist with various event preparations, particularly with barricading streets.

16.      Work with Bowers Civil Engineering on Sign Inventory and Pavement Management System.

ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT - PRODUCTION

1.             Extend crane over generator for safe repairs as needed.

2.             Maintain safety practices and continue a safe work environment.

3.             Replace Control Panels on Generators #2, #4, and #6.

4.             Build garage/carport to house Water Plant truck.

5.             Roof repairs.

6.             Office window replacement.

7.             Clean intercooler on #6 Generator.

8.             Head gasket on #6 Generator.

9.             Oil sampling of generators.

10.          Work on NESHAP Rice Rules.

ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT - PRODUCTION

1.             Install, repair distribution system as needed.

2.             Continue KPP involvement to continue FIRM power and plan for future needs.

3.             As a member of KMEA and Kansas Mutual Aid Program, provide assistance to other members as requested.

4.             Assist other Departments as needed.

5.             Do spring and fall brush cleanup.

6.             Continue to do building maintenance.

7.             Continue to do annual di-electric testing.

8.             Continue training and the advancement of lineman on apprentice program.

9.             Continue safe work practices.

10.          Automatic metering reading.

11.          Add three-phase loop from corner of 75 Highway and Franklin Street up 2^nd Street to Cross Street and connect to existing three-phase feed to Hoovers and Pamida, adding redundancy should Circuit #2 fail for an extended period of time.

12.          Line replacement and upgrades.

13.          LED lighting conversions on Victorian style lighting.

14.          LED lighting on Parks buildings.

15.          Paint distribution shop.

16.          Balance phasing on distribution circuits.

17.          Have Allgeier Martin do rate study once KPP rate study is complete.

18.          Maintain safety practices and continue safe work environment.

19.          Assist other departments as requested.

20.          Assist with community activities and events as requested and approved.

SEWER DEPARTMENT

1.             Assist Bartlett and West with completion of Sewer Improvement Project Phase II. Contractural deadline dates – Westland Construction January 24, 2012.

UPR – June, 2012

2.             Assist in the completion of lift station replacements:  Bids should go out in April or May. 

        Construction should continue through the rest of 2012. 

          Project Lift Stations to be Replaced                                               Lift Stations to be Upgraded only

        LS#1      Highway 75 south of town                                              LS #7     16^th & Kennebec (Country Club)

        LS#2      11^th & Merrimac (Charlie’s)                                          LS#8      2^nd & Niagara

        LS#3      14tj & Hudson (Newkirk’s)                                           LS#9      N. 2^nd Street

        LS #4     9^th & Juniatta (Huff’s)                                                                    (Burlington Place Apartments)

        LS #5     Sage Brush Court (Crotts)

        LS#6      2^nd & Sanders (Hospital)

        Lift Station – SCADA upgrades will be installed at the Water Treatment Plant.

3.             Sewer system G.I.S. installation for sewer and water. 

            Our goal will be to get the new ‘Work Order’ system up and going.

4.             Continue to maintain sewer lagoons (spray, cut trees out of lagoons).

5.             Clean ¼ of city’s sewer mainlines with sewer machine.

6.             Continue to work with B&W on Water Treatment Plant Upgrades as presented in the Operational Efficiency report.

7.             Continue to work with B&W on the US Highway 75N & Cross Street Sewer Improvement Project (Bartlett & West.

8.             Continue to work with B&W on the Southwest Sewer Improvement Project (10^th & Housatonic).

9.             Work with B&W and Westland Construction to complete boring under Rock Creek and place a cast iron line underneath Rock Creek.

10.          Complete various required reports, including several annual Emergency Information Reports (EIA).

11.          Assist with various community events and projects, as needed.

WATER DEPARTMENT

1.              Waterline Replacement (4” Cast Iron):

            Waterlines needing immediate replacements are:

                        From 6^th and Cumberland to 9^th and Cumberland

                        From 6^th and Niagara to 10^th and Niagara

                        From 6^th and St. Lawrence to 10^th and St. Lawrence

                        Between St. Lawrence and Niagara on 10^th Street

                        Valves and Fire Hydrants will also be installed.

2.             Assist Jeff Shamburg (Bartlett & West) with Water Plant issues.

            (Co2 basins, rapid mixers, baffles, etc., troubleshooting)

3.             Research feasibility of doing Remote Meter Reading; and if feasible, proceed with it.

4.             Static test all fire hydrants in town.  Assist the Fire Department, as well.

5.             Do a chlorine burnout in July and in August, to assist in water quality.  Along with the burnout, we will try to combine static testing while flushing fire hydrants.

6.             Continue to plan for building sludge lagoons on Reserve #6 property on S. 2^nd Street.

7.             Exercise all water valves in town, along with raising valve boxes and then painting them.

8.             Paint all fire hydrants in town.

9.             Continue to maintain equipment in good working order.

10.          Continue to work with employees to continue training and maintaining certifications.

11.          Repair water leaks in a safe and timely manner.

12.          Assist other departments as needed (city wide cleanup, etc.).

13.          Continue tilling and reseeding areas that have been dug up for line repairs.

14.          Till and reseed around old water plant. (Touch up some ground work.)

15.          Continue good safe work ethics in the field and in the Water Plant.

16.          Continue to keep good relations with all KDHE and KRWA officials.

17.          Continue to responsibly spend money provided to the Water Department in a way to provide quality service to our community.

18.          Continue to strive towards the goals of keeping our water quality as high as possible and to meet all state and federal regulations.

19.          Complete the Annual Water Quality Report for distribution (Consumer Confidence Report)

20.          Attend safety training meetings.

21.     Complete and distribute the Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report).

Email: sburlington@mchsi.com

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