07/05/2011 Regular Meeting
FRIEND
MINUTES-REGULAR MEETING
July 5, 2011
Mayor, Jim Vossler, presided and City Clerk, Debbie Gilmer, recorded the proceedings. The following Councilmembers were present: Stan Krause, Dan Drake, Dale Lawver, and Harlan Schrock. Attorney Mike Mullally was in attendance. 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 received at this time. No comments were offered.
Motioned by Krause, seconded by Lawver to approve the Minutes of the June 7, 2011 regular meeting, and the June 2011 Treasurer's Report as presented and file same. On roll call voting aye to approve the June 7, 2011 regular meeting minutes, and the June 2011 Treasurer's Report, Drake, Schrock, Krause, Lawver. Nays none. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Schrock, seconded by Drake, to approve the Warren Memorial Hospital Financial Statements as submitted for May 2011. On roll call voting aye to approve the Warren Memorial Hospital Financial Statements as submitted for May 2011, Lawver, Schrock, Drake, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Lawver, seconded by Krause, 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, Schrock, Lawver, Drake, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried.
The claims approved were as follows: June Payroll, 29,486.25; Ameritas, 3049.59; EFTPS, 8368.66; Aflac Insurance, 153.42; Acco, su 698.40; All You, su 20.04; BVH, su 10.37; Baker & Taylor, su 291.18; Barco, su 204.65; Beaver Hardware, su 600.53; Black Hills Energy, fe 143.61; Blue Blossom, su 119.28; BCBS of NE, fe 3752.92; Bonsall Pool, su 91.70; Brothers Equip, su 48.70; Central States Labs, su 11,259.98; Keith Clouse, fe 250.00; CRA, re 3048.37; Computer Tutor, se 635.00; Consumer Reports, su 29.00; Culligan, su 82.00; Discover, su 1332.70; EMS Billing, se 257.98; Eakes, su 150.94; Exeter Lumber, su 72.03; Farmers Coop, se/su 2546.34; Field & Stream, su 10.00; Friend Ins, fe 200.00; Gale, su 88.48; Gene’s Electric, se 21,549.48; Great Plains, se 12.27; Johnson Pharmacy, su 37.74; Jr Library Guild, su 40.17; Jackie Larsen, re 151.73; Ronald McConnell, se 210.00; Menards, su 582.30; Chris Michl, se 428.40; Michael Mullally, fe 1110.00; NE Crime Comm, su 7.50; NE Dept of Rev, SWH 1108.88 & ST 6596.69; NE Public Health Lab, fe 20.00; NE Public Power, se 75,898.28; Nicks Farm Store, su 88.92; Norris Public Power, se 4710.45; Pioneer Publishing, su 112.00; Postmaster, 192.20; Principal, Mutual, fe 99.18; Railroad Mgmt, fe 109.81; Reiman Publications, fe 14.98; Seward Cnty Independent, fe 165.16; Shell Fleet, su 394.55; Marvin Slepicka, fe 1000.00; SENDD, fe 1575.00; The Garbage Co, se 227.76; Verizon Wireless, se 583.00; Windstream, se 842.48; Young’s Welding, se 64.76. Total Claims Approved $184,935.81.
Proposed Resolution #11-11 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-11
WHEREAS, Section 5-407 of the Municipal Code of the City of Friend, Nebraska provides that the City Council may by resolution prohibit the parking or stopping except for loading or unloading of passengers or freight, of vehicles at the curb on streets directly in front of any entrance to a school house or school building, and
WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary to designate the street area within the City where this prohibition is in place, and place signs or signals so indicating such prohibition at the appropriate locations;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, NEBRASKA as follows:
A loading zone is hereby designated along the north side of 6th Street between Main Street and Pine Street. Signs shall be installed at such location designating the area as a Loading Zone, and the curb along said street shall be marked with green paint to designate the Loading Zone. It shall be unlawful for any person to stop, park, or leave standing any vehicle at such Loading Zone for a period of time longer than is necessary for the expeditious loading and unloading of passengers, merchandise, or materials, and in no event for a period longer than 30 minutes.
Councilperson Dan Drake moved the adoption of said Resolution. Councilperson Harlan Schrock seconded the motion. Upon vote the following Councilpersons voted aye, Lawver, Drake, Schrock, and Krause. Nays, none. The Mayor declared Resolution No. 11-11 adopted this 5th day of July, 2011.
Proposed Resolution #11-16 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION #11-16
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 JULY 30, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF WARREN BUILDING/HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B-C TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 3:00 P.M. 12:00 A.M, PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Proposed Resolution #11-17 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION #11-17
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 AUGUST 6, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF WARREN BUILDING/HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B-C TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 12:00 P.M NOON AND. 12:00 A.M, MIDNIGHT PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Proposed Resolution #11-18 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION #11-18
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 SEPTEMBER 10, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF WARREN BUILDING/HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B-C TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 2:00 P.M AND. 12:00 A.M, MIDNIGHT PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Proposed Resolution #11-19 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION #11-19
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 SEPTEMBER 17, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF WARREN BUILDING/HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B-C TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 12:00 P.M. NOON AND. 12:00 A.M. MIDNIGHT PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Proposed Resolution #11-20 was introduced and read by Mayor Vossler.
RESOLUTION #11-20
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 SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 IN THE CITY OF FRIEND. THE SAID SPECIAL DESIGNATED LICENSE TO BE LIMITED TO THE INSIDE AREA OF WARREN BUILDING/HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 511 SECOND STREET, SUITE B-C TO BE HELD BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 3:00 P.M. AND. 12:00 A.M. MIDNIGHT PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIEND, AND THE NEBRASKA LIQUOR CONTROL ACT.
Motion was made by Lawver, seconded by Drake, to approve proposed Resolutions #11-16, #11-17, #11-18, #11-19, and #11-20. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Krause, Drake, Lawver. Nays none. Motion carried. Resolutions #11-16, #11-17, #11-18, #11-19, and #11-20 were passed and approved this 5th day of July, 2011.
Andrew Ross from NMPP Energy attended the meeting to present to the Mayor and Council a proposed increase in the City’s electric rates. Mr. Ross’ recommendation to increase the City’s electric rates is the result of his findings from a recent cost-of-service and electric rate design study that he conducted. Mr. Ross prepared and presented to the Mayor and Council a summary of Friend’s 2011 electric financial plan, and a cost of service and rate design study. After discussion and review of this summary, motion was made by Lawver, seconded by Drake to approve that Mr. Ross proceed with preparing two ordinances to implement two rate increases of 4.7% for the next two fiscal years (October 2011 to September 2012 and October 2012 to September 2013.) On roll call voting aye, Krause, Schrock, Drake, Lawver. Nays none. Motion carried.
Rich Robinson from Kirkham Michael attended the meeting to discuss issues relating to street conditions in Friend. After discussion, motion was made by Schrock, seconded by Krause to enter into an agreement with Kirkham Michael for professional engineering services in connection with the review of alternatives and preparation of a preliminary design report relative to street pavement improvements within the City of Friend for a fee not to exceed $7,000. On roll call voting aye, Lawver, Drake, Schrock, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried.
Rich Robinson shared with the Mayor and Council information relating to painting the water tower. Different options were discussed relating to the probable construction cost(s) of this project. No action taken.
Craig Vyhnalek from First State Insurance attended the meeting to request Council’s approval to submit a bid proposal for the City’s insurance. Mr. Vyhnalek informed the Council that he has visited with Continental Western, the same carrier that has the Fire Department’s and Ambulance Service’s Fire Pak policy and they said they would put together a bid for Friend. Mr. Vyhnalek assured the Mayor and Council that he has taken no official action on this and has not completed an application as of this time, but would like Council’s direction to proceed with the process of attaining a quote from Continental Western to submit to the Council for their consideration. After discussion, motion was made by Krause, seconded by Drake, to allow Craig Vyhnalek from First State Insurance to proceed with attaining a quote from Continental Western to submit to the Council for their consideration. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Lawver, Drake, Krause. Nays none. Motion carried.
Building Inspector, Mark Stutzman gave his report. Mr. Stutzman informed the Mayor and Council that a permit has been issued to Kevin Spicka for construction of a new house. Stutzman also reported that he has received an application for a home from an individual that is considering a geothermal HVAC system. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Mayor and Council that this would be acceptable providing it is a closed-loop system.
Stan Krause reported that the Friend Fire Department and Friend Rescue Service are hosting a celebration on July 10th for Richard Thompson’s 50th anniversary as a member of the fire department.
Dan Drake reported on behalf of Warren Memorial Hospital. Mr. Drake said they are hopeful that a doctor will be coming soon. They currently have a prospective candidate, but nothing is official at this time.
Continued discussion was had relating to the finances of Andrew Cemetery. No action taken.
Motion was made by Drake, seconded by Schrock, to approve renewal of membership with the Southeast Nebraska Development District for 07/01/2011 through 06/30/2012. On roll call voting aye, Krause, Lawver, Drake, Schrock. Nays, none. Motion carried.
Discussion was had relating to Southeast Nebraska Development District’s request for support of Affordable Housing Programs. Motion was made by Schrock, seconded by Drake, to decline participating in the Affordable Housing Programs as offered through Southeast Nebraska Development District. 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 Lawver, seconded by Drake, to adjourn the meeting. On roll call voting aye, Schrock, Krause, Lawver, Drake. Nays none. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.