03/01/2011 Regular Meeting
FRIEND
MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 1, 2011
Mayor,
As required by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act,
Mayor Vossler announced that public comments would be received at this time. No comments were offered.
Motioned by Krause, seconded by Schrock to approve the Minutes of the February 1, 2011 regular meeting, and the February 2011 Treasurer's Report as presented and file same. On roll call voting aye to approve the February 1, 2011 regular meeting minutes, and the February 2011 Treasurer's Report, Drake, Lawver, Schrock, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried.
Motion to approve the WMH Financial Statements for January 2011 was made by Drake, seconded by Lawver. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Krause, Lawver, Drake. Nays none. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Lawver, seconded by Schrock, that payroll and claims 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, Drake, Schrock, Lawver, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried.
The claims approved were as follows: February Payroll, 19,464.12; Ameritas, 2514.24; EFTPS, 4761.59; Aflac Insurance, 153.42; Baker & Taylor, su 182.86; Barco Muni Prod, su 1217.69; Black Hills Energy, fe 379.95 & 438.78; Keith Clouse, fe 250.00; CRA, re 811.49; Computer Tutor, fe 150.00; D&D Comm, se 123.00 & 207.00; Danko, su 1199.00; Discover, su 962.91; Dave Domeier, fe 129.03; Eakes, su 41.99; Farmers Coop, se/su 1526.31; Follett Software, fe 829.00; Patrick Gates, re 423.84; Debbie Gilmer, re 114.75; HD Supply, su 1681.87; Johnsons, su 53.53; Jr Library Guild, su 40.17; Kelly King, re 40.00; Konica, fe 79.20; Stanley Krause, re 40.00; Kremer’s, fe 1118.72; League of NE Muni, fe 130.00 & 670.00; Menards, su 508.04 & 144.94; Michael Mullally, fe 150.00; NE Dept of HHS, fe 40.00; NE Dept of Regulations & Licensure, fe 94.00; NE Dept of Rev, SWH 651.64 & ST 6107.65; NE Public Health, se 20.00; NE Public Power, se 63,589.55; NEMSA, fe 150.00; Natl Arbor Day Foundation, fe 15.00; Norris Public Power, se 4710.45; Office Cash, su 49.70; Mike Paulsen, re 100.00; Pioneer Publishing, fe 76.24; Postmaster, 192.20; Principal Mutual, fe 4260.46; Readers Digest, su 17.98; Mindy Rohrig, re 120.00; Ray Rohrig, re 140.00; Susan Schrock, re 68.84; Seward County Independent, fe 70.43; Shell Fleet Plus, su 316.83; Marvin Slepicka, fe 750.00; Kathy Spicka, re 149.90; Steicher’s, su 35.98; The Garbage Co, se 206.97; The Penworthy Co, su 88.92; Upstart, su 133.20; Verizon Wireless, se 428.27; Jim Vossler, re 105.80; Dick Weber, re 20.00; WEF Membership, fe 96.00; Windstream, se 806.57; Young’s Welding, se 217.61; Zito Media, se 39.95. Total Claims Approved $124,407.58.
Proposed Resolution #11-03 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-03
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 on 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:
A stop sign is hereby designated to be erected, maintained and rules to be enforced, in accordance with Nebraska State Statute (60-6,148; 60-6,121; 60-682) on Fourth Street for the east and west bound traffic located at the intersection of Fourth and Race Streets. It shall be unlawful for any driver approaching the intersection, except when directed by a peace officer or traffic control signal, to proceed in a manner deemed a violation of Nebraska State Statute.
Motion to adopt Resolution Number 11-03 was made by Schrock, seconded by Krause. On roll call voting aye, Krause, Drake, Schrock, Lawver. Nays none. Motion carried. Resolution Number 11-03 was passed and approved this 1st day of March 2011.
Proposed Resolutions, #11-04, #11-05, #11-06, and #11-07 were introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION #11-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, SALINE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION OF SOC 153, LLC DBA POUR HOUSE, FOR A SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE UNDER THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT, TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS ON MARCH 18, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF POUR HOUSE, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 1:00 P.M. AND 12:00 P.M. MIDNIGHT, PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Motion to adopt Resolution Number 11-04 was made by Drake, seconded by Lawver. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Krause, Lawver, Drake. Nays none. Motion carried. Resolution Number 11-04 was passed and approved this 1st day of March 2011.
RESOLUTION #11-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, SALINE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION OF SOC 153, LLC DBA POUR HOUSE, FOR A SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE UNDER THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT, TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS ON APRIL 16, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF POUR HOUSE, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 5:00 P.M. AND 12:00 P.M. MIDNIGHT, PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Motion to adopt Resolution Number 11-05 was made by Schrock, seconded by Drake. On roll call voting aye, Lawver, Krause, Drake, Schrock. Nays none. Motion carried. Resolution Number 11-05 was passed and approved this 1st day of March 2011.
RESOLUTION #11-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, SALINE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION OF SOC 153, LLC DBA POUR HOUSE, FOR A SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE UNDER THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT, TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS ON APRIL 18, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF POUR HOUSE, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 4:00 P.M. AND 12:00 P.M. MIDNIGHT, PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Motion to adopt Resolution Number 11-06 was made by Lawver, seconded by Krause. On roll call voting aye, Drake, Krause, Schrock, Lawver. Nays none. Motion carried. Resolution Number 11-06 was passed and approved this 1st day of March 2011.
RESOLUTION #11-07
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, SALINE COUNTY, NEBRASKA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION OF SOC 153, LLC DBA POUR HOUSE, FOR A SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE UNDER THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT, TO SELL BEER, WINE AND DISTILLED SPIRITS ON APRIL 30, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF POUR HOUSE, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 4:00 P.M. AND 12:00 P.M. MIDNIGHT, PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Motion to adopt Resolution Number 11-07 was made by Krause, seconded by Schrock. On roll call voting aye, Lawver, Drake, Schrock, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried. Resolution Number 11-07 was passed and approved this 1st day of March2011.
Representatives from Midwest Medical Transport Company attended the meeting to discuss the possibility of having one of their private medical transportation facilities stationed here in Friend. Midwest Medical Transport is a privately owned company that provides transfer services from one facility to another. Mayor Vossler said some members from the Friend Ambulance Service have voiced concerns of the possibility of Midwest Medical Transport infringing on their calls. Jeff, from Midwest Medical assured them that they do not respond to 911 or BLS transfers, unless their services are requested by another squad or agency. Jeff also added that Midwest Medical would not consider basing a station in a community that did not welcome their service. After discussion, Mayor Vossler stated that he would welcome Midwest Medical to Friend and that he felt they would be a great asset to the community.
Patrick Gates, Utilities Superintendent, gave his report. Gates reported that they have begun doing maintenance work at the pool. There is a problem with the drain covers. Gates said the flow velocity of the current drain covers does not meet specifications for the pump we have. This issue will need to be addressed prior to the pool opening. Gates hopes the State will find it acceptable by simply installing larger covers over the smaller ones.
Mark McFarland, Police Chief, had nothing to report.
Mark Stutzman, Building Inspector, gave his report. Stutzman reported that he received a call from Verizon Wireless inquiring on making changes to the existing tower they have located here in Friend.
Stan Krause reported on behalf of the Friend Fire Department. Krause said the Department is planning a benefit to raise funds to support the annual July 4th fireworks display. Plans are for this event to be held the 1st Sunday in June. Krause asked that City officials and employees consider participating and/or contributing to this fundraiser.
Discussion was had relating to the sewer project progressing along Highway 6. Bradley Drake attended the meeting to voice his concerns and opposition to this extension. After lengthy discussion the Mayor and Council informed Mr. Drake that the committee he needs to contact to address his concerns and issues is the Community Redevelopment Authority.
Representatives from Kopchos Sanitation, Inc., Paul & Denise Kopcho and John & Amanda Ellison, attended the meeting to introduce themselves to the City and to discuss the possibility of being considered as exclusive garbage haulers for Friend. This would be a city-wide service and billing for such service would be charged on the City monthly utility bills. After discussion, it was decided that this should be looked into further, as Attorney Mullally thought there was a possibility that an issue such as this would need to be placed on the ballot for an election. Additional discussion included the necessity to advertise for bids prior to awarding the bid for service. Mullally also added that in order to declare an exclusive hauler for a municipality, it was his understanding that there was a one-year waiting period. No action taken at this time, as Attorney Mullally will research this further for continued discussion at the April meeting.
On behalf of the Friend Rescue Service, Susan Schrock approached the Council with a request to purchase a carbon monoxide/O2 tester. Council had no objections and motion was made by Lawver, seconded by Drake, to approve the purchase of a carbon monoxide/O2 tester by the Friend Rescue Service.
Continued discussion was had relating to the City of Friend tree dump site. Mayor Vossler conveyed to the Council that in an effort to pay for costs to maintain, secure, and monitor the site, Marvin Slepicka has requested the City consider increasing the monthly rental of the site from $750 to $1,000 per month. After discussing, motion was made by Drake, seconded by Schrock, to collect information on any issues that may need addressed at the dump site and to draft a contract for consideration between the City and Mr. Slepicka to include verbiage of when the site will be open, securing the perimeter with fencing, monitoring the site during open-hours, and that the City will not be responsible for fines/fees for violations and will not pay rent for days the site may be closed due to non-compliance as determined by the Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality. On roll call voting aye, Krause, Lawver, Schrock, Drake. Nays none. Motion carried.
Discussion was had on a proposed “Employee Handbook”. Concerns/issues discussed included accumulated vacation, sick time, and personal time. Attorney Mullally was requested to gather further information relating to the concerns discussed and have it available for consideration at the next meeting. Motion to table the agenda item of Personnel/Employee Handbook until the April Friend City Council Meeting was made by Schrock, seconded by Krause. On roll call voting aye, Lawver, Drake, Krause, Schrock. Nays none. Motion carried.
No further business to come before the City Council, motion was made by Drake, seconded by Lawver, to adjourn the meeting. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Krause, Drake, Lawver. Nays none. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:58 p.m.