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January 7, 2009 The Norton City Council met in regular session Wednesday, January 7, 2009, at 5:30 p.m., with Mayor David Corns presiding. Council members present were Jeff Otter, Donna Foley, Toby Kuhn, Kim Snyder and Elaine Mann. Others present were Jerry Jones, Randy Bantam, Jerry Bantam, Don McMullen, Jason and Diane Davis, Tim Bashford, Joseph and Brandy Leroux, Steve Cole, Dan Bainter, Deena Wente, Pat Morel, Karen Griffiths, Rob Lawson and Darla Ellis. Motion was made by Kim Snyder and seconded by Jeff Otter to approve the December 17, 2008, council minutes. Vote taken. Motion carried. The following building permit was presented: Dan Bainter stated on behalf of the City employees and staff, he would like to thank the Mayor and Council for the extra days off over the holidays and also the cost of living adjustment that was approved. Joseph Leroux stated it was his understanding Ron Briery had resigned and he was interested in filling out the remainder of his term on the City Council. Motion was made by Toby Kuhn and seconded by Kim Snyder to accept Ron Briery’s resignation as Council Member of Ward III. Vote taken. Motion carried. Mayor Corns stated the public will be notified of the vacancy in Ward III and then the people that are interested in filling out the term can notify the City Office. The term for the vacated seat is up for re-election in April of 2009. The filing deadline is January 27 at 12:00 noon for anyone wanting to file for the following seats which are up for election in April of 2009: David Corns, Mayor; Kim Snyder, Ward I; Elaine Mann, Ward II; and the vacated seat in Ward III. Mayor Corns reported the city sales tax receipts collected in November of 2008 totaled $23,648.87, and the county sales tax receipts totaled $15,944.93, for a total of $39,593.80. The 2008 year to date sales tax receipts total $468,740.14. Mayor Corns stated the Downtown Restoration Committee had discussed having a contest for the schools to determine what the downtown should look like in the future. The City could give a pool pass as a prize to the winner. Elaine Mann stated she thinks it is a good idea since it involves young people, and will discuss it at the next Economic Development meeting. Chief of Police Pat Morel stated he prepared a report itemizing the work activity of his department during 2008. He also reported Officer Jody Enfield will be presenting a program to the residents at the Andbe Home on January 16. Rob Lawson reported it is time to renew the Mutual Aid Agreement with Kansas Municipal Energy Agency. Motion was made by Elaine Mann and seconded by Kim Snyder to approve Resolution #2-2009 authorizing membership in the Kansas Municipal Energy Agency’s Mutual Aid Program, and authorizing the execution of all documents relating to the City’s participation in said mutual aid program. Rob stated a mutual aid agreement is required to get FEMA funding. Vote taken. Motion carried. Kim Snyder stated she thought she would have good news regarding races at the track, but as of 4:30 p.m. today, the proposal has been withdrawn. She stated proposals were not originally submitted because they were told that local promoters were going to do the races. Elaine Mann asked the Public Safety Committee to review the safety at the school crosswalk on State Street by Washington Square. She stated a light might need to be installed to increase safety. Kim Snyder said she saw the Refuse Crew picking up trash in her area, because the residents had not tied the bag shut and the trash had blown everywhere. She commended them for their efforts. Toby Kuhn stated he will not be in attendance at the next city council meeting. Motion was made by Jeff Otter and seconded by Elaine Mann to adopt Resolution #1-2009, waiving the annual requirement of generally accepted accounting principles and fixed asset accounting for the calendar year ending December 31, 2009. Vote taken. Motion carried. Motion was made by Jeff Otter and seconded by Kim Snyder to move into Executive Session at 5:50 p.m., for a period of time not to exceed 15 minutes with the Mayor, Council and City Administrator present, to discuss non-elected personnel regarding an employee job evaluation in the Utility department. Vote taken. Motion carried. Council resumed in regular session at 6:05 p.m. Motion was made by Kim Snyder and seconded by Jeff Otter to return to executive session for another 10 minutes with the Mayor, Council and City Administrator present for further discussion of the same topic. Vote taken. Motion carried. Council resumed in regular session at 6:15 p.m. Motion was made by Kim Snyder and seconded by Elaine Mann to return to executive session for another 15 minutes with the Mayor, Council and City Administrator present for further discussion of the same topic. Vote taken. Motion carried. Council resumed in regular session at 6:30 p.m. No motions were made as a result of Executive Session. Motion was made by Toby Kuhn and seconded by Jeff Otter to approve Appropriating Ordinance #1 as a whole. Vote taken. Motion carried. Motion was made by Elaine Mann and seconded by Jeff Otter to approve the 2009 Cereal Malt Beverage license application for Norton Shop and Save, located at 313 W. Main. Vote taken. Motion carried. Motion was made by Toby Kuhn and seconded by Jeff Otter to adjourn. Council adjourned at 6:32 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor: David N. Corns |