05/04/2015 Regular Meeting
FRIEND CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING
MAY 4, 2015, 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Vossler called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at the City Hall. Advanced notice of the meeting was given by publication in The Sentinel, the appointed method for giving advanced notice. All proceedings shown were taken while the meeting was open to the attendance of the public.
Mayor James Vossler presided and City Clerk Debbie Gilmer recorded the proceedings. The following Councilmembers were present: Phyllis Ryan, Stan Krause, Harlan Schrock. Shane Stutzman was unable to attend. A quorum being present and the meeting duly convened, the following proceedings were had and done.
As required by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, Mayor Vossler announced that a copy of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act has been posted on the south door of the City Hall meeting room for all in attendance to review.
Mayor Vossler announced that public comments would be accepted at this time.
Motioned by Schrock, seconded by Krause, to approve the Minutes of the April 7, 2015 regular meeting, the April 21, 2015 special meeting, and the April 2015 Treasurer's Report as presented and file same. On roll call voting aye to approve the April 7, 2015 regular meeting minutes, the April 21, 2015 special meeting minutes, and the April 2015 Treasurer's Report, Ryan, Krause, Schrock. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Schrock, seconded by Ryan, to approve the WMH financial statements submitted for the month of March 2015. On roll call voting aye, Krause, Ryan, Schrock. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Ryan, seconded by Krause, that claims and payroll be approved by the claims committee, and be allowed, and the Clerk instructed to issue warrants on the respective funds to pay same. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Krause, Ryan. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried.
The claims approved were as follows: April Payroll, 18,054.79; Ameritas, 2825.66; EFTPS, 6539.59; NCSPC, 749.50; Acco, su 834.00; Alamar Uniforms, 87.66; B&D, su 634.00; Baker & Taylor, su 279.93; Barco, su 264.69; Beatrice Concrete, su 707.50; Beaver Hardware, su 455.27; Black Hills Energy, fe 218.58 & 179.64; Brothers, su 41.00; BNSF, fe 978.58; Central States, su 24,451.09; Keith Clouse, fe 250.00; CRA, fe 3426.75; Crete True Value, su 10.99; Crist, se 6354.75; Culligan, se 127.50; Demco, su 98.59; Diode, se 50.45; Discover, su 274.16; Drakes, se 8411.71; EMS, se 209.58; Eakes, su 208.96; Eletech, su 322.50; Farmers Coop, se & su 945.93; Tina Filipi, re 65.00; Will Findlay, re 693.46; Fireguard, su 447.25; First State Ins, fe 9294.00; Gene’s Electric, se 7805.91; General Fire, su 55.90; Paul & Gail Gropp, fe 150.00; Home & Country fe 141.00; Jensen Lumber, su 458.13; Jr. Library Guild, su 59.76; Seth Knoke, se 65.00; Jackie Larsen, re 48.17; Chuck Leypoldt, su 12.00; Menards, su 8141.99; Mid America Books, su 286.20; Midwest Labs, se 168.53; NE Dept of Rev, SWH 834.00, ST 5317.09; NMPP, se 830.13; NE Public Health, se 699.00; NE Public Power, se 49,886.07; Nicks, se 12,070.00; Norris Public Power, se 5201.74; One Call, se 18.10; Kevin Paulsen, se 80.00; Pioneer Publ, su 119.00; Principal Mutual, fe 95.29; Romans, Wiemer, & Assoc. fe 4675.00; Register of Deeds, fe 16.00; Sargent Drilling, se 1885.00 & 232.50; Seward County Independent, fe 168.05; Shell Fleet Plus, su 226.74; Marvin Slepicka, fe 1000.00; Tim Gill Ins, re 26.67; Ultramax, su 312.00; Verizon Wireless, se 542.78; Waste Connections, se 309.04; Windstream, se 972.10; Young’s, se 331.20. Total Claims Approved $191,733.15.
Mayor Vossler read proposed Resolution #15-05.
RESOLUTION NO. 15-05
WHEREAS, Section 5-205 of the Municipal Code of the City of Friend, Nebraska directs that the City Council may by resolution provide for the placing of signs or signals in any street under the jurisdiction of the City for the purpose of regulating traffic thereon, and
WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary to place such sign(s) at the appropriate location for the protection of the public;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, NEBRASKA as follows:
Maximum weight and/or maximum tonnage signs are hereby designated to be erected and maintained, and rules to be enforced in accordance with City of Friend Ordinance §5-201 (Truck Routes) on 3rd Street (for westbound traffic on 3rd Street from State Street and for eastbound traffic on 3rd Street in the 400 block).
It shall be unlawful and prohibited for ANY truck/vehicle traffic exceeding 10 tons (20,000 lbs.) gross vehicle weight to travel upon
Motion to adopt Resolution #15-05 for placement of weight/tonnage limit signs on 3rd Street was made by Schrock, seconded by Krause. On roll call voting aye, Ryan, Krause, Schrock. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried and Resolution #15-04 was passed and approved this 7th day of May 2015.
Mayor Vossler read proposed Resolution #15-05.
RESOLUTION #15-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, SALINE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION OF POURHOUSE LLC DBA POURHOUSE, FOR SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE UNDER THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT, TO SELL, SERVE AND/OR CONSUME BEER, WINE, AND DISTILLED SPIRITS ON MAY 16, 2015 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF THE HISTORIC WARREN BUILDING, 511 SECOND STREET, TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 11:00 A.M. AND 11:00 P.M. PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Motion to adopt Resolution #15-06 declaring governing body’s approval of special designated liquor license as applied for by the Pourhouse, for an event to be held May 16th was made by Schrock, seconded by Ryan. On roll call voting aye, Ryan, Schrock. Nays Krause. Stutzman absent. Motion carried and Resolution #15-06 was passed and approved this 4th day of May 2015.
Patrick Gates, Utilities Superintendent, gave his report. He reported that he has been contacted by an individual inquiring about placing a concrete bench at the City pond (in honor of the Johansens). Gates also informed the Council of the condition of the shop building. He said the steel is rotting out and there is a considerable amount of hail damage from past storms. He received a bid of under $20,000 to replace the steel and insulation, new moldings, gutters, and windows. After discussion, Gates asked Council their thoughts on proceeding with this project and Council had no objections.
Stan Krause reported on behalf of the Fire Department and informed all in attendance that the annual fundraiser for Fourth of July fireworks is scheduled for June 7th. Krause asked Council to consider their annual donation toward the firework fund. Motion was made by Schrock, seconded by Ryan, to donate $3000 toward the cost of the City’s Fourth of July firework display. On roll call voting aye, Krause, Ryan, Schrock. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried.
Chris Bjornberg was in attendance representing Warren Memorial Hospital. Mr. Bjornberg reported that a new physician will begin at WMH August 10th, upon completion of his residency. Bjornberg informed the Mayor and Council that the electronic health record system will soon be complete and ready to utilize. He also said the annual hospital foundation golf tournament is scheduled to be held May 22nd.
Motion to enter into executive session for discussion relating to the vacant wastewater operator position was made by Schrock, seconded by Krause. On roll call voting aye, Ryan, Krause, Schrock. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried and executive session convened at 7:37 p.m.
Motion to reconvene regular session was made by Krause, seconded by Ryan. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Ryan, Krause. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried and regular session reconvened at 8:10 p.m.
No further business to come before the City Council, motion was made by Krause, seconded by Ryan, to adjourn the meeting. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Ryan, Krause. Nays none. Stutzman absent. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.