March 6, 2006

The Moran City Council met in regular session on Monday, March 6, 2006. President of the Council James Mueller called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Councilmembers present were Mike Holman, Jerry Jackman, Warren Johnson, and Chryll Ginn. Also present were Bret Heim, City Attorney; Shane Smith, Police Chief; Lori Evans, City Clerk; and Mike Stodgell, City Superintendent. Carolyn Gastin, Kristin Schmitt, Craig Miller, Paula Miller, Steve Crume, Barbara Sombart, Lynn Heskett, and Larry Maness were visitors attending the meeting.

Councilmember Johnson moved to approve the March 2006 consent agenda consisting of: February 2006 regular Council meeting minutes, March 2006 pay ordinance totaling $51,218.78 and corporate resolution for purchase of a $25,000.00 certificate of deposit (CD) to replace a CD maturing March 11, 2006. Jackman seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving.

VISITORS

Carolyn Gastin, Sprint Public and External Affairs Manager introduced herself and Kristin Schmitt to the Council. Ms. Gastin informed the Council that DSL service is now available to Moran residents. Ms. Gastin discussed DSL service with the Council and residents.

OLD BUSINESS

Building Incentives for New Construction – The Council reviewed a list of building incentives provided free by the City. The topic was tabled until the April meeting.

Audit/Budget Contract – Councilmember Ginn moved the City contract with Jarred, Gilmore, and Phillips for the 2005 audit and 2007 budget services for the City.

Curbing Repairs – Superintendent Stodgell informed the Council that he had contacted two contractors regarding the curbing repairs but neither has returned his calls. He estimated it would take approximately 27 cubic yards of concrete to replace the curbing and sidewalk. The Council asked Superintendent Stodgell to contact the contractors again and agreed to table the topic until the April meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

Mosquito Sprayer Workshop– Councilmember Johnson moved to send Craig Miller to the Sprayer workshop in Ottawa to be held March 28th. Jackman seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving.

Jail Housing Agreement with Allen County Sheriff – Councilmember Ginn moved to sign the Housing Agreement with the Allen County Sheriff. Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed with all approving.

Request to Use City Hall for Commodities Distribution – The Council discussed the request and tabled action until additional information is received.

DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS

Fire Chief – Secretary Smith reported in Chief Merkel’s absence. USD 256 rescheduled the tour of the school until the April meeting due to a scheduling conflict and the department may try to tour Stewart Manufacturing once they are operational. The Council discussed 911 dispatching for the fire department and suggested Chief Merkel send a letter to the 911 director with regards to dispatching procedures.

Police Chief – Chief Smith informed the Council that Glenn Smith of the Iola Police Department might meet with the Council next month to discuss the Global software program. He also notified the Council of reports of residents dumping fireplace ashes in violation of City Code. Residents found to be in violation were issued citations.

Superintendent – Superintendent Stodgell informed the Council that the interior of the new concession stand will be painted white and asked what color the Council would like to have the exterior painted. The Council agreed that Superintendent Stodgell should make that decision. Also, he relayed a request to install an electrical plug for a cook stove in the new concession stand. The Council discussed the request and agreed a cook stove should not be installed in the concession stand.

The Council approved for the City crew to build a concrete backstop; concrete costs were estimated to be $150.00 with new wire estimated to be $185.00.

Superintendent Stodgell submitted the following report for the month of February:
· Trimmed trees in alleys of 716 N. Birch and 112 S. Pine
· Replaced electric meter can at 107 S. Birch
· Corrected house wiring on resident’s side at 411 N. Birch
· Repaired water leak on 2” steel main at 800 Block of N. Cedar
· Repaired water leak on 4” cast iron main 129 W. Randolph
· Worked on doors and sink for concession stand
· Installed electric service and meter at concession stand
· Worked on holes that resulted from water leaks, filled with rock
· Dug out ditch and installed culvert on Franklin Street, in alley between Spruce and Locust
· Marked many locates for gas company
· Measured property from 211 E. Franklin to 308 N. Spruce (Property line to property line is 157’)
· Cleaned water pumps and cut-off saw
· Cleaned old copper wire, conduit, and table from concession stand

City Clerk – Clerk Evans reported income for the month of February as follows:

General Fund   Water Fund
Charges For Services 5.80   Sales To Customers 7,462.89
Refuse 1,174.35   Connect Fees 75.00
Court Fine 3,771.00   Bulk Water Sales 111.14
Reimbursed Expense 139.29   Water Protection Fee 37.64
Dog Tags 54.00   Penalties 245.49
KS Sales Tax 3,171.37   Sewer Fund
Dog Pickup 30.00   Sales To Customers 4,521.28
Interest Earned Checking/CDL 776.80   Sp Highway
Building Permit 5.00   State Disbursement    5,447.39
Electric Fund   Gross Receipts 62,631.35
Sales To Customers 31,722.17   eBusniess Fee 5.95
Fuel Adjustment 2,698.30   Deposit Books 19.00
Overpaid-Electric 81.41   Setoff Fees 12.29
Connect Fees 73.89   Credits    254.13
Reimbursed Expense 179.21   Net Receipts 62,339.98
Sales Tax 847.93  

Councilmember Johnson moved that the City send one representative to Rebuilding Your Public Park, a workshop to be held March 31, 2006. Jackman seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving.

There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Ginn moved the meeting adjourn at 8:32 PM. With Holman seconding the motion, motion passed with unanimous approval.

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April, 2006