Year: 2011

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting on Tuesday night June 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Kristin Lett, JR Fisher and Bill Hess. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief Tom West and Officer Curt Drake. Guests included Carson Bunch, Carrie and Jesse Ruby, James Elliott, Gloria Davies and Joyce Haynes from the McDonald County Press.  

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 

The Board of Aldermen discussed the minutes. Ald Kohley moved to approve the minutes from May 17, 2011. Ald Hess seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Lett, and Fisher voted aye, with 0 nays. 

The Mayor acknowledged Gloria Davies. She informed the Board that she had a water leak caused by a broken pipe. She requested the Board to average her bill. It was noted that she discovered the water leak and repaired it after the last reading time which meant that her water leak will extend into the next billing cycle. Ald Lett moved to average her water/sewer bill for two months. Ald Fisher seconded. Ald Hess, Kohley, Fisher, Lett voted aye, with 0 nays. 

The Mayor noted that Callie Hudson was running late so he suggested moving her discussion until the last of the meeting. 

The Board discussed Bill # 2012-424 for Ordinance # 2012-434 regarding changes to the personnel policy. Ald Fisher noted that he was concerned about Section 117.404, B 2. He stated that he had looked at his copy of the Ordinance book, the one copy on the website and the CD that he was given and that the new ordinance reflects a change that is not on any of the places he checked.  The Clerk was instructed to look into it and the Board tabled voting on the new ordinance until the next meeting. 

The Board discussed the transfer switches for the generators at the Police Dept. and City Hall. Supervisor Brodie explained how the switches and disconnects work.  David stated that he had contacted two other electricians but they did not respond. Gilliam’s Electric is the only one who turned in a bid. David informed the Board that Empire District donated a main disconnect to the City. Ald Fisher stated he had contacted Crane Electric and they said they would be interested in turning in a bid.  He said that because of the Joplin Tornado they were behind and it might take a few days to let them put in a bid. The Board agreed to table any decisions until next meeting. 

The Board  discussed the Minutes-On-Demand online storage application.  The Clerk asked the Board to hold off making a decision as there might be a need for a new copier. If so it was recommended by the photo copier repair man that the Board looks into a photo copier that copy’s, scans, and faxes. The Board agreed.

The Board discussed annexing 59 Highway and B/C Highway. It was noted that the Board was only interested in annexing the highway not peoples’ properties. The Board tabled for further discussion.

The Board discussed the following old business:

David reported that Clyde asked him to tell the Board that the betterment committee is still going to build the fence at the new park on Barlow.

Ald Fisher told the Board that he had talked with a representative from MML about purchasing items included in the budget. He said that the representative told him that even though the Board had placed an item in the budget the Board did not have to go ahead and purchase that item.

Department heads gave the following reports:

Tom West – stated he had no reports to give.

David Brodie – Reported that he had talked with Mrs. Wiley’s son regarding the easement that Jesse Ruby needs for his water line. He stated that Mr. Phillips stated that if Jesse would install the tin that Mrs. Wiley already has on her roof and fix her sewer line she would give Mr. Ruby an easement. Ald Lett stated that she understood that Mrs. Wiley would give the City an easement. David stated that he still believes that the only thing the City can do is to place another meter next to the one that feeds Mr. Cantrell’s line.  

Mr. Ruby stated that he still did not agree with the Board that they had supplied water to his property. He proceeded to draw a map on the board showing the Board where his, Mr. Wilson’s, Mrs. Wiley’s and Mr. Cantrell’s property lines were in comparison to where the meter was set.

Mr. Ruby read Article # 1 Chapter 705.020, the definition of what a water service is. Mr. Ruby stated that he was wondering why he was told that he could not run his water line along the road as it was out of the city limits, when the definition of what a water service is explicitly says it can be ran outside the city limits as long as it is hooked to the meter within the city limits. He stated that running the water line along the road is not a viable solution now, but that he is upset because he was informed incorrectly.

 

David Brodie- informed the Board that the main that ran to the Flower shop was run on the bank property and now needs to be replaced. He stated that the City is responsible to replace the line to the flower shop as years ago the City ran the line without getting easements. He stated that he is trying to get an easement from the Bank to run the water line. He recommended that the city place the meter at the street north of the old jail. Mr. Ruby read to the Board the March 15^th, 2011 minutes regarding the line to the flower shop. He said that the minutes reflected that David had said that the line should have been a main. David said he might have misspoken at that meeting but that the line is definitely a main line.

Returning to the discussion regarding Mr. Ruby’s water line Mayor Richmond stated that every home owner is required to run their own service lines at their expense to the City mains.

Mr. Ruby stated that he understood that the City owns the main lines to the meter. He informed the Board that there was a meter set at the house that Mr. Cantrell still owns. He stated that if the City owns water lines to the meter that must mean that the City owns the line running through his property to the Cantrell property. David stated that he believed that at one time a check meter was installed at the Pendleton’s place but that did not mean that once the meter was installed the line became a City main line.

Mr. Ruby asked the Board to consider making an exception to help him as he had been reading past minutes that reflected that past Boards had made exceptions to help other people. Jesse stated that the Boards in the past have made changes to ordinances and rulings to help people and he asked why they could not help him.

For the benefit of the Board, Ald Kohley read section 705.190, which had to do with water services. 

Dawn Bunch – Returning to Department head reports Dawn stated if there were no questions the Board had her report.

The Board discussed the following new business:

Carson Bunch asked if the Board could not see about getting the dogs off his property. He said he did not know whose they were but they are constantly on his property.  Ald Kohley read Section 205.020 for the benefit of the Board and Mr. Bunch. Mr. Bunch asked again for the Board to please pick up the dogs on his property.

David asked for the Board to return to discussing Mr. Ruby’s request so that they could give him a final answer to his question regarding his water service.

Mr. Ruby stated again that he could not run a service line through someone else’s property. The Mayor stated that Jesse knew the situation regarding the water before he ever bought the property. The Mayor stated that he believed that the only answer was that the City would install a meter at the main on Barnes Street, if Jesse would run the line to where the meter is set.

Ald Lett stated that maybe the Board should find out if by setting a check meter at the Pendleton’s house, constituted making that private line into a City main line. Ald Lett asked if the Board shouldn’t ask the attorney for clarification. The Mayor stated that the City would table any decisions until Ald Lett’s questions are answered.

Paula Brodie- Returning to department head reports Paula Brodie stated that the Cheryl Cook property now owned by Karla Thompson needs to be brush hogged and mowed. She stated that Ms. Thompson said she would rather have the City mow and brush hog adding the costs to the taxes as a tax lien. After discussion Ald Fisher’s recommendation was to have the City brush hog it and attach tax liens to the property taxes. The Board agreed.

Going back to new business Jim Elliott asked that the Board look into a house on his street that has 3 cars in the back yard and tall grass.

David asked the Board to have the clerks write a letter to Osage Door Company and the people that own the property at C and Splitlog regarding mowing their properties.

It was noted that Callie Hudson had been detained and would be moved to the next agenda.

The Clerk asked if the Board wanted to do something to help the citizens of Joplin. They agreed to allow the clerks to look into organizing some kind of collection for Joplin.

The Board discussed the need to get back on track in regards to training and setting up an Emergency Shelter. Ald Kohley stated that the city was well represented by the Emergency Management Team in their response to the Joplin Tornado. He stated he was proud of the work Dennis Kolb and the team had done. He was asked by the Mayor to get together with Dennis to ask Greg Gaines from the Red Cross to set up a meeting date for training.

The Board discussed spraying the ball park for mosquitoes. The Mayor stated he would like to see the City continue to spray while ball season is still going on. David informed the Board that Stuart is getting lights donated from Neosho football fields to light up the ballpark. He said that Stuart needs to know how many electric poles it would take for the ball field and Stuart would like to know if he could contact Gilliam Electric who has done many of the Ballpark lights in the area to come and tell them how many poles are needed. The Board agreed to let Stuart find out what Gilliam would charge and they approved for the Mayor to make the final decision on whether or not to hire them.

The Board discussed the bills for June 7, 2011 for $37,171.31 including transfers. Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Hess, Fisher, Kohley, and Lett voted aye with 0 nays.

David asked the Board if he could have an extension on the time he has to use up 39 hours of vacation from this year. He stated because David Sarratt had surgery and was gone he hadn’t been able to take it yet. They agreed to give him until July 31^st   to use up his vacation.

The Clerk discussed how she takes minutes, what is covered and what is required.

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher, Lett voted aye with 0 nays.

 

                                                                                           __________________________

                                                                                          Greg Richmond, Mayor

 

Attest:

______________________________

Paula W Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

 

                                                                                            Approved: ____________________

                                                                                            Date: ________________

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 17, 2011

 

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting on Tuesday night May 17, 2011 at 6:30 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Kristin Lett, JR Fisher and Bill Hess. Also present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Collector Dawn Bunch, City Supervisor David Brodie, Chief Tom West and Officer Curt Drake.  Duane Cooper, City Attorney was also present. Guests included Jesse Ruby, Nathan Wagner, Joyce Haynes from the McDonald County Press and Amye Buckley from the Neosho Daily News. 

The Mayor noted that the Board had started the meeting at 6:30PM to watch a webinar demonstration with Rob Covault regarding the Minutes-on-Demand, an online storage application prior to the beginning of the regular session. No business was conducted during this part of the meeting. 

The Board of Aldermen discussed the minutes. After discussion Ald Kohley moved to approve the minutes from May 3, 2011. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Kohley, Lett, Fisher and Hess voted aye, with 0 nays.  

The Mayor acknowledged Jesse Ruby to discuss his water line and street sign. Jesse asked if there was someway that the board could help him find a permanent solution to his water problem. The Mayor asked David Brodie the Water supervisor what Mr. Ruby could do to solve his problem. David stated that Mr. Ruby needs to get an easement from Lavaughn Wiley. The Board discussed the possibility of taking the 2” line that runs from the meter across the property and allowing him to hook another meter in to service his house. David stated that allowing him to hook to the existing line makes the line a main line and the City would not be able to maintain the line as a main line because it runs entirely on private property. The Board discussed the situation at great length. Jesse presented the Board with a copy of Ordinance #1992-271 regarding the annexation of his property back when the Pendleton’s owned it. He stated that in the ordinance it stated that the City would furnish normal municipal services within a reasonable time after the property was annexed. He stated that as far as he was concerned the Board did not fulfill their obligation to run the water to the property. After much discussion Jesse was told by Mayor Richmond that the City did fulfill their obligation by furnishing water to the property. David asked the Board if they would approve his approaching Mrs. Wiley regarding an easement for Mr. Ruby to run a water line across her property. If Mrs. Wiley approves of the easement Mr. Ruby would be able to run a line to connect to a meter that the City would set next to the existing water meter that services the Cantrell Property.   Jesse asked why he had not received an answer from the Board regarding his question in regards to allowing him to run a line along the existing road. David said that Jesse would be taking the line in and out of the city limits and that as far as he knew the ordinance didn’t allow it. Jesse asked the Board to consider changing the ordinance to allow running the water line out side the city limits. The Mayor stated that the Board could not change an ordinance every time someone asked them to. He noted that the Ordinances affected all of the Citizens. The Board decided to have David talk with Mrs. Wiley to see about getting an easement for Jesse. Mr. Ruby agreed to allow David to talk with Mrs. Wiley on his behalf.  

David reported that the street sign Jesse had requested had been ordered. He stated that he had contacted the company he ordered it from and was told it is on its way.

The Mayor acknowledged Duane Cooper who was requested to be present by Ald. Fisher. Ald Fisher asked where Duane was on the water lawsuit. Duane stated that he was still trying to get the money from Lynnson, Inc. Ald. Fisher stated that his main concern was repairing the streets and that he understood that the open CDBG grant caused the City to loose out when they applied for a grant. Duane stated that for some reason CDBG feels that they have a right to some of the lawsuit settlement money and that is why they would not close out the grant. He stated that he had written to CDBG telling them that it was very possible that the City would not be able to collect any of the judgment amount awarded. He also asked CDBG to close the open grant for that reason and since then CDBG has agreed to close out the grant which would allow the City to apply for future grants.  Ald Fisher stated that he wants to see the streets repaired.  David stated that the funds are needed to complete the water project, including more valves, lowering meters, street repairs etc.

Ald Fisher asked Duane about the possibility of annexing more of 59 Highway. Duane stated that the City could annex land that was contiguous and that the application to annex highways is set up through MODOT. Ald Lett stated that she would like to see the city annex west to Gator Road. The Board decided to table the discussion on annexation to the next meeting.

The Board discussed the changes to the personnel policy draft ordinance. Ald Fisher stated that he was ok with all of the changes except # 3 under overtime. He stated that he believed the ordinance should not include the choice of compensatory or overtime pay. He stated that the original statement read compensatory time off only and that he felt it should stay that way. The Clerk also noted that after attending a meeting on health care reform she found out that Anthem, which is the Cities health insurance, classifies part time at 30 hours or less. It was suggested to change the part time classification to 28 hours or less. The Board agreed to have the Clerk remove the overtime pay and to change the part time positions hours to 28 or less. The Clerk was instructed to make the changes and present to the Board at the next meeting. 

The Board discussed whether or not to divide the Cities banking between the two local banks. The Board agreed to leave the banking as it is for now.

The Board discussed the pros and cons of opening city hall on Thursdays and not closing during lunch hours.  Ald Fisher moved to keep the city hall open on Thursdays. Ald Kohley seconded. Ald Kohley, Hess, Lett and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald Fisher moved to keep the city hall open during lunch. Ald Lett seconded. Ald Kohley, Hess, Lett and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the bid from Gilliam electric on putting in the transfer switches at the Police Dept. and City Hall. After discussion the board decided to table any decisions. 

 The Board discussed purchasing a new podium for the court room. Ald Kohley moved to purchase the podium from Quill with a $250.00 cap. Ald Lett seconded. Aldermen Kohley, Lett, Fisher and Hess voted aye, with 0 nays. 

The Board discussed the purchasing of the Minutes-On-Demand online storage application. Mayor Richmond asked if any other towns the size of Goodman are using the software. He asked the Clerk to find out, contact the city and see if they are satisfied with the program. 

The Board discussed the following old business: 

David Brodie asked about purchasing a 6’ brush hog. He provided the following quotes: 

                         Orscheln Farm 6’ shear pin King Cutter $999..99

                         Race Brothers 6’ King Cutter 60 HP Gear Box Shear Pin $1,099.99

                         John Deere 6’ Standard      $1,500.00

                         Tatum’s 6’ Mahindra Slip Clutch (Standard) $1,200.00

                         Tatum’s 6’ Mahindra Slip Clutch Medium $1,450.00 

Ald Kohley moved to purchase the $1200.00 brush hog from Tatums. Ald Hess seconded. Ald Kohley, Hess, and Lett voted aye with Ald Fisher voting no. He stated he voted no because he wanted to focus on street repairs first. 

The Department heads gave the following reports: 

Tom West – none

David Brodie- none

Paula Brodie- noted the memo from the MML regarding a legislative wrap-up dinner.  

The Board discussed the following New Business: 

The Mayor read a letter from the Newton-McDonald County Landfill Board requesting someone from the City attend the next landfill meeting. The Mayor asked if anyone wanted to attend and represent the City on the board. None of the Board members will be able to attend.  

The Board discussed the bills for May 17, 2011 for $22,014.03 including transfers. Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with 0 nays. 

The Board discussed a request by Larry and Pam Murphy to average their water bill. They had a leak but had it repaired. Ald Kohley moved to average the water/sewer bill for Larry and Pam Murphy. Ald Fisher seconded. Ald Kohley, Hess, Lett and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays. 

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Lett seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with 0 nays. 

                                                                                           __________________________

                                                                                          Greg Richmond, Mayor

 Attest:

______________________________

Paula W Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

                                                                                             Approved: ____________________

                                                                                            Date: ________________

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 3, 2011

 

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting on Tuesday night May 3, 2011 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Kristin Lett, JR Fisher and Bill Hess. Also present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief Tom West, Officer Curt Drake, Judge Clyde Davidson and Tax Collector Dawn Bunch. Guests included Joyce Haynes from the McDonald County Press and Amye Buckley from the Neosho Daily News.  

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00PM. 

The Board of Aldermen discussed the minutes. Ald Hess noted that the minutes reflected in two places that he was appointed Water/Sewer Commissioner. Ald Lett moved to approve the minutes from April 19, 2011 with the noted correction by Ald Hess. Ald Hess seconded. Aldermen Kohley, Lett, Fisher and Hess voted aye, with 0 nays. 

The Mayor noted that the next item on the agenda was to acknowledge Colleen Epperson from the McDonald County Chamber of Commerce.  He stated that Ms. Epperson was not present. 

The Board discussed averaging the utility bill for the Full Gospel Church. It was noted that the Church’s water had been averaged once already and that they had used excessive water a couple of other times since it was averaged. The clerk stated that she understood that the problem was a stool that hangs up. The Mayor stated that the past procedure was that the leak needed to be repaired before the bill would be averaged. The Board agreed that the church needed to take care of the leak. No motion was made to average the bill this time. 

The Board discussed whether or not to keep averaging high water bills. The Clerk noted that no other utilities average their customer’s bills if they are high. Clyde stated that it does cost the city to pump the water and treat it through the treatment plant and that the cost is passed on to all the water customers. The Board made no decision. 

The Board discussed a request from Katrina Manion to average her water/sewer bill. It was noted that David had checked for a leak, there was none, and the meter was not turning. It was also noted that Ms. Manion’s bill has never been averaged before.  Ald Lett moved to average Ms. Manion’s water and sewer bill one time. Ald Kohley seconded. Aldermen Lett, Kohley, Hess and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays. 

The Board discussed changes that need to be added to the personnel policy. The Clerk noted that in March of 2007 the Board at that time agreed to make several changes to the personnel policy. Some of the items were accidentally left out when the ordinance was drafted. The Board agreed to have the Clerk draw up a draft ordinance with the following items: Part-time employees work no more than 30 hours per workweek, the Police Chief is to work 40 hours per work week and Police officers are to work no more than 171 hours during a 28 day period as designated by the Chief of Police. The Board also agreed to include in the policy: All exempt employees from overtime hours will be given compensatory time off at the rate of one and one-half (1½) hours or overtime pay at the rate of one and one-half (1½) for each hour of overtime during emergencies declared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency or the State Emergency Management Agency.  

The Board discussed whether or not they want to use the hard copies of the ordinance books or a CD with all the ordinances on it.  

The Board discussed the following old Business.

                        1. The Board tabled until the next meeting a final decision on the bid from Gilliam Electric on installing a transfer switch to connect generators at the City Hall and the Police Department until David could be present to answer some questions.

                         2. The Board discussed the Corporate Authorization Resolution with First Community Bank that was signed at the last meeting but not actually voted on. Ald Fisher asked the Board to consider dividing the city’s banking between the two local banks. The Mayor stated that the Board could discuss whether or not to divide up the banking at the next meeting. Ald Fisher  moved to have the Mayor sign the Corporate Authorization Resolution with the First Community Bank effective as of April 19, 2011. Ald Kohley seconded.  Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with no nays.

                         3.  Discuss the proposal for the Minutes-on-Demand program. Tabled to find out more information Clerk to see about setting up a webinar for the Board to hear.

 The Board heard the following department head reports:

 Tom West no reports

• David Brodie not present, but clerk reported that he had received the best bid from Tatum’s Tractor on the bush hog. It was noted that the amount is in the budget. Tabled until next meeting.
• Dawn Bunch- Monthly report
• Paula Brodie-  Note- that the Board received a copy of the letter sent to Joshua Bradford.

• Note- court monthly report
• Note- cost for the election went from $785.18 to $1,368.00.   

Clyde Davidson reported that the Betterment Club was going to build the fence along Garner at the new park on Barlow Street.  

The Board discussed the following new business: 

Ald Fisher asked about why the city hall was closed on Thursday. The Clerk explained how it came about. Ald Fisher asked the Board to open the City Hall on Thursdays and to keep it open during lunch with overlapping lunch hours. He stated that to run a business the doors needs to be open. The Mayor stated that the city was actually not running a business in the way Ald Fisher’s business is. The Board discussed his requests. The Mayor decided to have further discussion of his request placed on the next agenda.  

Ald Fisher asked about the boundaries of the city vehicles and insurance coverage. He stated that he was asked and so he was asking the Board what their policy was. He also asked what the insurance company would cover if an employee was in an accident in a city vehicle but was not on city business. The clerk stated that as long as the employee is on official business the insurance would cover any accident claims, however if they were not on city business MOPERM would not cover any claims.  

Ald Lett stated that the car Curt is driving sounds terrible and the Board needs to look into replacing it.

Ald Kohley stated that he had attended the Annual Car Show at the ballpark on Saturday. He said that there was a man that left the car show driving very C & I. Ald Kohley stated that the two people in charge of the Car Show didn’t think there was a problem with how he was driving. Ald Kohley stated he was concerned that the City would be liable if he had hit someone. Clyde Davidson stated he was at the car show; however he did not see the incident. He asked the Board to consider that there were two sides to the story and that they should hear both before coming to any conclusions. Clyde pointed out that he understood that the car show was over when the incident occurred. Ald Kohley stated that there should be rules and they should be followed. Mayor Richmond stated that before the next car show maybe some rules should be written up and followed. Clyde stated that he hoped the board would still allow the Car Show to be held at the ballpark. The Mayor stated that his request was noted. 

The Board discussed the bills for May 3, 2011 for $20,016.79 including transfers. Ald Lett moved to approve the bills. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with no nay votes.

Ald Lett moved to adjourn. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with no nay votes.

                                                                                           __________________________

                                                                                          Greg Richmond, Mayor

Attest:

______________________________

Paula W Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

                                                                                            Approved: ____________________

                                                                                            Date: ________________

 

 

           

 

 

 

 

 

April 19, 2011

 

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting on Tuesday night April 19, 2011 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kevin Reardon, Keith Kohley and Kristin Lett. Also present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief Tom West, Officer Curt Drake, City Supervisor David Brodie and Tax Collector Dawn Bunch. Also present were Alderman Elect Bill Hess and guests included Kayla Vance, JR Fisher, Rhonda Richmond, Debbie Wilson and Joyce Haynes from the McDonald County Press. 

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00PM. 

Ald Kohley moved to approve the minutes. Ald Reardon seconded. Alderman Kohley, Reardon, Richmond and Lett voted aye, with 0 nays. 

The Board discussed the following old business: 

            1.  The Board discussed the burned out trailer belonging to Joshua Bradford. Ald Kohley stated that he had talked to Steve Bradford, and Steve had told him that they were in the process of cleaning it up. The Mayor told the Board that he felt they should give Joshua Bradford a set time to complete removing the trailer. Supervisor David Brodie gave the Board pictures of the property where the trailer is located. The Board discussed the amount of junk and cars.  Ald. Richmond moved to have the Clerk write Mr. Bradford a letter telling him that the board had agreed to give him 60 days to remove the cars, junk and burned out trailer. Ald Lett seconded. Alderman Kohley, Reardon, Richmond and Lett voted aye, with 0 nays. 

            2.  The Mayor noted that Mrs. Keel had not responded to a letter that the Clerk had written her inviting her to the Board meeting to discuss her request for reimbursement on a broken sewer line.

            3.  David noted that he had received an updated bid from Mike Williams the City’s mower. He said that the expense is already budgeted but do to the increase of gasoline Mike was asking for $10.00 more. David also stated Mike said he would mow and weed eat the new park on Barlow Street for $15.00. David said the bill for each mowing would go from $125.00 to $150.00 if the Board approved. Ald Richmond moved to hire Mike Williams at $150.00 for each mowing. Ald Lett seconded. Alderman Kohley, Reardon, Richmond and Lett voted aye, with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2011-421 for Ordinance No. 2011-431 increasing the minimum sewer rate by $.50. The Mayor read Bill No. 2011-421 for Ordinance No. 2011-431 for the second reading.

 Ald Richmond moved to approve the second reading of Bill No. 2011-421 for Ordinance No. 2011-431 increasing the minimum sewer rate by $.50. Ald Kohley seconded. Alderman Kohley, Reardon, Richmond and Lett voted aye, with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2011-422 for Ordinance No. 2011-432 increasing the minimum water rate by $.50. The Mayor read Bill No. 2011-422 for Ordinance No. 2011-432 for the second reading.

Ald Kohley moved to approve the first reading of Bill No. 2011-422 for Ordinance No. 2011-432 increasing the minimum water rate by $.50. Ald Reardon seconded.  Alderman Kohley, Reardon, Richmond and Lett voted aye, with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2011-423 for Ordinance No. 2011-433 increasing the minimum commercial water rate by $.50. The Mayor read Bill No. 2011-423 for Ordinance No. 2011-433 for the second reading.

Ald Lett moved to approve the second reading of Bill No. 2011-423 for Ordinance No. 2011-433 increasing the minimum commercial water rate by $.50. Ald Kohley seconded. Alderman Kohley, Reardon, Richmond and Lett voted aye, with 0 nays.

Greg Richmond gave Mayor Wilson his letter of resignation letter resigning his Northward Alderman position, as he had been elected as the new Mayor. Ald. Lett moved to accept his resignation. Ald Kohley seconded. Alderman Kohley, Reardon and Lett voted aye, with Alderman Richmond abstaining.

The Clerk read the Election Certification, which showed that Greg Richmond was elected as Mayor, Dawn Bunch was elected as Tax Collector, Bill Hess was elected as Southward Aldermen, and Kristin Lett was elected as Northward Aldermen.

The Clerk proceeded to swear in the Mayor, Aldermen and Tax Collector.
The Board discussed the open Northward Alderman Position. Mayor Richmond stated that JR Fisher was interested in serving the one year term. It was noted that he had run for the Mayors position and had received several votes.  Ald Lett moved to appoint JR Fisher to the Northward Alderman position to complete the one year term. Ald Hess seconded. Aldermen Lett, Kohley, and Hess voted aye, 0 nays.

Ald Lett moved to re-appoint Paula Brodie as City Clerk. Ald Kohley seconded Aldermen Lett, Hess Kohley and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays. 

Ald Kohley moved to re-appoint Tom West as Chief of Police. Ald Hess seconded Aldermen Lett, Hess, Kohley and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays. 

Ald Lett moved to re-appoint Duane Cooper as City Attorney. Ald Kohley seconded Aldermen Lett, Hess, Kohley and Fisher voted aye with 0 nays. 

The Board discussed the position of President elect. Ald. Lett stated that she would be willing to serve. Ald Kohley moved to appoint Ald Lett as President elect. Ald Hess seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley and Fisher voted aye with Ald Lett abstaining. 

Ald Kohley moved to appoint Ald Lett to the position of Recreation Board Commissioner. Ald Fisher seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley and Fisher voted aye with Ald. Lett abstaining. 

Aldermen Hess moved to appoint Ald Kohley as street commissioner Ald Lett seconded Aldermen Lett, Hess and Fisher voted aye with Ald Kohley abstaining. 

Ald Lett moved to appoint Ald Hess as Water/Sewer Commissioner. Ald Kohley seconded.   Aldermen Kohley, Lett, and Fisher voted aye with Alderman Hess abstaining..

Aldermen Kohley moved to appoint Ald Fisher Maintenance Commissioner. Ald Lett seconded. Aldermen Lett, Hess and Kohley voted aye with Ald Fisher abstaining. 

Ald Lett moved to appoint Bill Hess as Water/ Sewer Commissioner. Ald Kohley seconded. Aldermen Lett, Kohley and Fisher voted aye with Ald Hess abstaining. 

The Board agreed that Aldermen Lett and Aldermen Fisher along with the Mayor would be the new check signers.  

The Department heads gave the following reports: 

Tom West- stated that his Missouri Federation of Police Chiefs Association summer conference is June 3, 4, 5, and 6^th. The seminar fee is $150.00. Ald Lett moved to approve his attending. Ald Kohley seconded. Ald Lett, Hess, Kohley and Fisher voted aye with no nays. Ald Kohley asked how the white car was doing and was told it is OK. 

David Brodie-stated that he had called both Master Electric, and Gilliam Electric to give quotes on installing hookups for generators at the Police Department and the City Hall. He stated that only Gilliam Electric responded. David stated that Gilliam Electric looked over both places, and after talking with Brad Lett from Empire District they recommended installing a transfer switch instead of a plug in. David stated that even though it would be more costly it would be safer to install and use a transfer switch. The Mayor suggested not making any decisions now, but to place the item on the next agenda for discussion and possible vote. Calvin Wilson stated that the Board might consider the bid high but for a permanent hookup it probably was not too high.

David stated he would like permission to look into prices for a bush hog to fit behind the tractor. He noted that the Board had approved the bush hog expense in the Street Departments budget for 2011. The Board agreed for him to get some prices and report back at the next Board meeting.

Dawn Bunch – had nothing to report.

Paula Brodie- noted that the City did not get the CDBG Grant to complete the Community Building because the City still has an open grant from the Water Improvement Project. She noted that she had been in contact with Jeff Kormann from the CDBG Compliance Department. She stated that he did say that they had received a letter from Duane Cooper regarding the judgment from the Water Improvement lawsuit. Mr. Kormann told the Clerk that since CDBG had received the letter they would allow the close out of the Water Improvement grant, however it would not affect the outcome of the application for the Community Building this year. Mr. Kormann stated that the City could apply next year after it closes out its existing grant.

The Board discussed the following new business:

             Kayla Vance asked the Board to average her water/sewer bill because she had a leak but has since fixed it. . Ald Fisher moved to average her water and sewer bill. Ald Kohley seconded. Aldermen Kohley, Fisher, Lett and Hess voted ayes, with 0 nays

            The Clerk noted that the group that has been getting together to discuss how to handle emergencies is meeting on April 21^st at 7:00PM at the City Hall. She noted that Greg Gaines from the Red Cross will be present to discuss what is expected by the Red Cross to set up an emergency storm shelter. It was noted that the kind of shelter the group is looking at one that helps people after the storm.

The Board discussed the bills for April 19, 2011 for $20,585.21 including transfers. Ald Lett asked about a bill that was paid to Scott Mitchell who cut down trees behind the police department. She asked why the bill was charged to the Police Department. Ald Kohley asked who authorized the expenditure. David stated that he did as he deemed it an emergency, as the trees were on the police department property and they were rotten. He stated he was afraid that they would fall and land on the house next door. The bill was applied to the police department building repair as the trees were on that property. The Board decided to have the street fund reimburse the police department building repair account for one half of the bill. Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills. Ald Hess seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with no nay votes.

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Hess seconded. Aldermen Hess, Kohley, Fisher and Lett voted aye with no nay votes.

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                                                                                          Greg Richmond, Mayor

Attest:

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Paula W Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

                                                                                            Approved: ____________________

                                                                                            Date: ________________