November, 2005
October 3, 2005The Moran City Council met in regular session on Monday, October 3, 2005. Mayor Phillip Merkel called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Councilmembers present were Mike Holman, Jerry Jackman, James Mueller, Warren Johnson, and Chryll Ginn. Also present were Bret Heim, City Attorney; Shane Smith, Police Chief; Lori Evans, City Clerk; Mike Stodgell, City Superintendent; and Craig Miller, Asst. City Superintendent. Steve Crume, Sarah Alumbaugh, and Mike Lewis were visitors attending the meeting. Loretta Roberts, Ambulance Director; Barbara Shoate, Asst. Ambulance Director; Lee Roberts, and Denise Byrd arrived at 8:35 PM. Councilmember Johnson moved to approve the October consent agenda consisting of: September 2005 regular council meeting minutes, October 2005 pay ordinance totaling $100,197.98, and corporate resolution for purchase of a $25,000.00 certificate of deposit (CD) to replace a CD maturing October 25, 2005. Mueller seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving.
VISITORSSteve Crume notified the Council that he is seeing increased traffic in the alley to the east of his property. Chief Smith advised he would speak with motorists and advise them the alley will not be an open alley until Mr. Crume’s whistle is installed. Mr. Crume also informed the Council that he was upset with two letters he received from the Public Officer regarding his property. Discussion followed regarding inoperable vehicles, equipment storage, and grass height. The Council assured Mr. Crume the notices he received were not directed at him personally and that all landowners receive written notice when there is a concern with their property that is addressed by the City Code. No action was taken.Sarah Alumbaugh said she was observing the meeting and had no business for the Council. Mike Lewis thanked the Council and City crew for deciding to purchase a Case backhoe.
OLD BUSINESSAmbulance Contract – Allen County did not submit a contract for the Council’s review. The topic was tabled until the November meeting.Paramedic/Nurse Pay – Councilmember Muller moved to approve paying $1.00 per hour on call pay and holiday pay of $225.00 per run for paramedics and nurses. Ginn seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving. Concession Stand Update – Councilmember Johnson informed the Council that Larry Robertson had estimated a cost of $4,674.00 to build a 20’ X 20’ con-cession stand. The estimate includes labor, block, and cement but does not in-clude the roof or concrete slab. The Council asked Superintendent Stodgell if the City crew could pour the slab and he said they could. Superintendent Stodgell suggested Steve Shadden and his crew might be able to build the roof. Councilmember Mueller moved to approve hiring Larry Robertson and to request Mr. Robertson submit a written estimate for the job. Jackman seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving. Utility Connect Fees – The Council revisited the topic of residents that are paying for utility services where resident did not pay the connect fee and the utility account is held in another name. After discussion, Councilmember Johnson moved to allow residents who have had paid for utility service for five or more years in a timely manner a one time opportunity to establish service in their name without paying the connect fees. Mueller seconded the motion. Motion passed with Holman and Jackman approving and Ginn abstaining.
NEW BUSINESSAnnual Holiday Party - The Council agreed to hold the City’s annual holiday party at the Senior Center and to ask Mrs. Stewart and the FCCLA to cater the meal. Mrs. Stewart can choose between November 16th and 30th as to which date would work better for the students. The topic will be readdressed at the November meeting.8” Main on Franklin Street – The Council asked for estimates to complete the project as a whole and on a per block basis. They also request information regarding possible funding and engineering resources. The topic will be reviewed at the November meeting. Year End Review of Employee Salary and Benefits – Councilmember Mueller moved to meet in executive session for 20 minutes at 9:19 PM to discuss non-elected personnel matters. Johnson seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving. The Council returned to open meeting at 9:39 PM, no action was taken.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTSFire Chief – Chief Merkel informed the Council that the department has purchased three new pair of leather boots and landing zone lights. He noted the department will probably order one to two more pair of boots in October.Ambulance Director – Director Roberts reported the new unit is in service and the old unit is undergoing repairs at Twin Motors. Director Roberts asked the Council if the City would be willing to prorate the number of runs needed to achieve her annual bonus if the County assumes management of the ambulance before the end of the year. Asst. Director Shoate asked if the Council would consider paying employees for unused sick leave as employees will not be able to transfer their earned benefits when they transfer to the County. The Council took no action but agreed to discuss the requests at the November meeting. Police Chief – Chief Smith reported that Moran Day’s activities and the street dance went well but noted two concerns, reports of underage drinking and excessive use of 4-wheel ATV’s, that may need addressed next year. Chief Smith notified the Council that he has asked the Colony Marshal to ride with him over the Halloween weekend and that two deputies from the Sheriff’s department should be in town to help patrol the area.
Superintendent – Superintendent Stodgell informed the Council that Randy Olson would like to acquire 20-25 of the old halogen lights that were used on the main ball field. Discussion followed and Councilmember Jackman moved to give the lights to Mr. Olson. Councilmember Ginn seconded the motion, motion passed with all approving. Superintendent Stodgell submitted the following work report for the month of September for the Council’s review:
City Clerk – Clerk Evans reported the following income for the month of September 2005:
There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Johnson moved the meeting adjourn at 10:34 PM. With Jackman seconding the motion, motion passed with unanimous approval.
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November, 2005
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