Category: Council Minutes

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday July 3, 2018

 

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton and Asst. City Clerk Dana Cornwell. Also present were Roger and Carol Coe, Lois Kolb, Jared Mackall, Kevin Keeney, Jimmie Gideon, Greg Beckner, Ed Tuomala, Jerry Sparks, CJ Estes, and Keith Estes.

Mayor Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged that chairperson Kezar was not present.

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting held on June 5, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes from June 5, 2018. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present.

The Board discussed the minutes from the special meeting held on June 12, 2018. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the special meeting minutes from June 12, 2018. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present.

The Board discussed the minutes from the special meeting held on June 18, 2018. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the special meeting minutes from June 18, 2018. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Paula Brodie to discuss averaging Harold Keeler’s water bill. Paula explained that Harold has been extremely ill for the past six to eight weeks and he accidently left his water hose on. She is asking the board to average his water bill. His bill is $142.12 before the average. His bill would be $42.88 if the Board agreed to average his bill. After a brief discussion, Ald. Wilson moved to approve averaging Harold Keeler’s water bill to $42.88. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond noted that at the June 18, 2018 meeting, we had Nikki Hill from the Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council (HSTCC) here to help correct and properly zone our map with the help of five citizens who have agreed to be on the City’s Planning and Zoning Committee. They are Greg Beckner, Keith Estes, Jared Mackall, Jerry Pierce and Ed Tuomala. I would like to discuss establishing a planning and zoning committee. Ald. Wilson and Ald. Johnson agreed to be on the planning and zoning committee. Ald. Wilson made a motion to make a planning and zoning committee Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present. The first meeting for the planning and zoning committee will be July 17^th at 6:30p.m.

Mayor Richmond then noted it was time to open bids for the demolition of 108 W. Williams St.

The first bid is from Gideon Backhoe & Roto R Rooter Service in the amount of $14,200.00, which includes demolition, debris and concrete removal, black dirt to smooth up the lot and grass seed.

The second bid is from Morgan’s Backhoe & Excavating Inc. in the amount of $7,800.00, which includes tear down of house using dumpsters for debris removal, hauling off stumps and bringing in enough fill dirt for the crawl space under house making the lot suitable for bush hog mowing.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Jon and Misty Farmer. The Farmers stated that the owner of the property had reached out to them to see if they would be interested in buying the property and possibly cleaning up and rebuilding. They are aware the front half of the house is in terrible shape and needs to be removed while the back half is in good enough shape they could remodel it. They said they would remove the front half of the house possibly bringing in a tiny 400 sq. ft. house to attach to the front of the back half. They understand this house is on the list of meth houses and they would want to see about getting a test kit for about $55.00 to make sure there is no residual residue left. They are under the impression that no dope has been made at this residence for the last 12 years but it has been sold out of it during that time but no longer is. The Farmers were not sure as to what the rules and regulations were for a property that had already been thru the condemnation process, they were just thinking that if it was possible this is what they would maybe consider doing. Ald. Johnson feels we owe it to the citizens to see if we can find a way to save the tax payers money. After a brief discussion it was decided to have the city clerk get ahold of the city attorney and see what the city could do. David Brodie said he would get ahold of the city inspector in the mean time to set up a meeting with himself, the Farmers, and the inspector to see what could possibly be done. Ald. Johnson made a motion to wait a couple of weeks before accepting any bids to find out what could be done Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present.

Unfinished business: Mayor Richmond brought up the Gazebo as part of it is on KCS railroad property. Said we might see about getting a 100 year easement from them for the Gazebo if need be.

New business: NONE

Citizens business: Mr. Keeny asked about the legality of fireworks in city limits. Officer Drake told him they are only legal on the 4^th however people do start shooting them off 2 to 3 days prior. Curt also stated that it is hard to make a case stick when there is not always an officer on duty. If you have a video of who is doing with a time stamp it would be a lot easier to write a ticket and make it stick. Mr. Keeny also asked resurfacing some of the roads in town with the tax money the city started getting. It was mentioned that for a 2-inch overlay for 1000 ft. cost approximately $40,000.00 and the city does not have enough yet to do all the streets that needs done. Mr. Keeny asked if the city could get a loan maybe in order to do some of the worst areas. After a brief discussion Mayor Richmond said that the city would look into what we could do.

1. Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Presented the monthly report to the council. Also advised council Officer David was able to get 2 Mic kits donated. The Mic kits will allow the dash camera to have audio which is what the body cameras should have done but would not because the body cameras would not integrate with the dash camera. With 1 body camera broke and the other not staying charged more than an hour makes them hard to use. Also stated he would like to get the car cage that Bella Vista PD donated installed he had a quote to get the cage, Mic kits and dash camera toggle switch installed for a total price of $530. Also noted they spoke to a person in Neosho that stated he would not do it because they were such a pain to do.

Denis Kolb- NOTHING

David Brodie- Asked about getting electrical boxes and conduits for the Ozark Orchard Festival so it would be there permanently for future years.

David also mentioned that he had to buy another motor for the skimmer at approximately $250.00. Also had to purchase more ballasts for the U.V. lights talked to the company and there are no replacements for these lights. Mayor Richmond would like David to find out if they make U.V. lights without ballasts; and if so what would the possible upgrade cost.

Meghan Sexson- NOT PRESENT

Karla McNorton- notes you have your March, April and May financial statements in you packets.

 

Today City Hall started accepting addresses and lists of items for the 28^th Annual City Wide Garage Sale August 4, 2018 and will continue to accept them through August 1, 2018.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $40, 447.13 including transfers. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the bills in the amount of $40, 447.13 including transfers. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $33,839.19 including transfers. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills in the amount of $33,839.19 including transfers. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present.

Ald. Kohley moved to adjourn the meeting. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar not present.

 

 

 

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday July 17, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, Alice Kezar and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Asst. Police Chief Joe David, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, City Clerk Karla McNorton and Asst. City Clerk Dana Cornwell. Also present were Roger and Carol Coe, Lois Kolb, Jared Mackall, Linda Gill, Greg Beckner, and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

Mayor Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting held on July 3, 2018. Ald. Johnson noted on p. 1 paragraph six (6) it notes Ald. Kezar voted aye and she was not present. Also, on pg. 4 paragraph one (1) it also says Ald. Kezar voted aye and she was not present. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes from July 3, 2018 with the noted corrections. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, and Wilson voted aye and Ald. Kezar abstained.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Linda Gill to discuss her putting up a sign and a possible community bulletin board. Linda noted she has a home based business named Granny Gills Bakery at 205 S. School Street. She is aware of the cottage laws and does have a city business license and her state license is in the mail. She is hoping to boost her business by getting a community bulletin that she will have professionally painted and would keep it and the surrounding area cleaned up. She would maintain all up keep on it. She did bring in a smaller board showing the minimum size she would like to put up if a spot for a bigger bulletin board could not be found. City Supervisor David Brodie and Mrs. Gill are going to get together to look at some possible sights and follow-up with the City to see what needs to be done for a sign to be put up.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Greg Beckner about calcium build-up in his water lines.

Mr. Beckner brought with him some of the calcium build-up he has gotten out of his kitchen and bathroom cold water side lines. He stated that his and a few surrounding neighbors are experiencing super slow running water. City Supervisor David B. has done some research and we are real low on our calcium. He said he would flush the hydrant and hopefully it should fix the problem.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Trenton Thomas about averaging his current water bill and his next water bill. Trenton had a water leak and has gotten it fixed. After a brief discussion it was decided to average Mr. Thomas’s water bills. His current water bill will be $108.38 including the 20% fee. Ald. Wilson moved to approve averaging July and August water bills with July’s bill being $108.38 and August’s bill being the average plus 20% if it needs added. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Wilson, Kezar, Johnson and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

Unfinished business: Nothing

New business: Nothing

Citizens business: Mark Bartley running in Mid-Term elections for State Representative District 159.

Osage Door mowed on the inside however they still need to take care of the brush outside. Chief Drake has the number for the contact at Osage Doors. Karla or Dana will have Curt give them a call to see what their plans are and how long it is going to take them to take care of it.

1. Department head reports:

Asst. Chief Joe David- Pay raise tabled till August 7^th meeting when Chief Drake can be at the meeting. Joe stated since being attacked for the safety of the officers and the citizens, the department would like the equipment that was donated to them by Bella Vista be installed. He wanted the board to keep in mind that this is $2200.00 worth of equipment that would be installed by Tactical Auto Outfitters out of Centerton for $530.00. This includes the roll cage, mic kit and toggle switch for the dash cam. Ald. Wilson moved to have Officer David take the Dodge car to Tactical Auto Outfitters to have the roll cage, mic kit, and toggle switch installed for $530.00 Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar, and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- Treatment plant got hit by lightning. He thinks the tower is fried. Called Michael from Keels Consulting he will be coming down on Wednesday to look at the computers. After a brief discussion Ald. Johnson moved to replace the treatment plants computers if that is what Michael recommended needed to be done. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Johnson, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Joe also mentioned that his computer keeps going down that this is the third time it has happened. Wanted to know if that since Michael was coming down from Keels consulting if we could send him to the Police Dept. to look at the computer to see what was going on with it.

David also mentioned he is pretty sure the lightning fried the blower motor. It kicked the breaker to the motor. Too many amps on the motor but the amps are coming down so going to keep an eye them.

David then noted he called Marcus Pratt, the City inspector. He noted, if the Farmers want to pursue the 108 W. Williams he will get with them and let them know that he will be very stringent with the codes. Feel we need to treat this building like a new a house and put all the safety checks and inspections. City Attorney Duane Cooper said we could put the condemnation of 108 W. Williams on hold till the Farmers decided if they wanted to pursue this venture or not. Ald. Kohley moved to put the 108 W. Williams’s condemnation on hold. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Wilson, Kezar, Johnson, and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson-The Board has the June report. We have 12 properties we sent the ad to run in the paper for. The ad will run the last week of July 2018 and the first two weeks of August 2018. Tax sale will be on August 27, 2018, with Meghan and David being here and Karla will be at County for the tax sale.

Karla McNorton – Nothing to report

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $39,184.45 including transfers. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the bills in the amount of $39,184.45 including transfers. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley moved to adjourn the meeting. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

 

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday June 19, 2018

At 7:00 P.M. Mayor Greg Richmond announced there would not be a meeting as we did not have a quorum. All bills will be paid and ratified at the next council meeting and all items will be move to the next agenda July 3, 2018.

 

 

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday June 5, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday June 5, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Calvin Wilson and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Asst. City Clerk Dana Cornwell and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Lois Kolb, Kevin Keeney, Jared Mackall, Charlotte Johnson, Carol King, Gloria Davies, Connie Letourneau, Roger and Carol Coe, and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Mayor Richmond noted Ald. Kezar was not present.

The Board discussed the minutes from May 15, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on May 15, 2018. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond noted Jerry Sparks was not present.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Clarke Hughes to discuss approving putting in a double wide in at 303 S. Ozark Trail. Clark noted that he and his wife Patricia were wanting to put in a new double wide from Clayton Homes at 303 S. Ozark Trail. The home is 1568 square feet. It is 28’ wide by 68’ long and will be on a concrete foundation. He provided the Board with pictures and a floor plan of the double wide. I have the paperwork for the variance filled out and am prepared to pay the $75.00 right now. Clark noted he had not had a chance to come back and pay the variance before the meeting. After a brief discussion, Ald. Johnson moved to approve the doublewide being put in at 303 S. Ozark Trail. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond noted it on the agenda to open bids for the gazebo, however; there are no bids.

Mayor Richmond noted it was time to open bids for 1996 Ford. He opened the only bid for the truck from Deborah C. Wilson for $400.00. It was noted by Ald. Johnson that the truck had been out for bid for approximately two months and no one had bid on the truck. After a brief discussion, Ald. Kohley moved to approve the bid from Deborah Wilson of $400.00 for the $1996 Ford. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson and Kohley voted aye and Ald. Wilson abstained.

Mayor Richmond noted it was time to open bids for ARE Tonneau Topper, however; there are no bids.

Unfinished business: Mayor Richmond asked about the sign at the ballpark. City Supervisor Brodie noted it was in bad shape from the tornado. Mayor Richmond noted we need to look into getting a new sign made, if the Board approves it.

New business: None

Citizens business: Reminder: Ozark Orchard Festival Meeting tomorrow June 6, 2018 at 5:30 P.M. Ald. Johnson noted we need to look into getting foam board insulation for the PA system for when we put it back up at the ballpark this year. It was also noted by Brodie that he wanted to put in permanent electric for the festival.

Carol King introduced herself and her dog Rayah and explained she was there because she was at the ballpark a short time ago and was mistreated by an employee and she wanted to present some information to the Board about the ADA law. She explained that the ADA requires State and local government agencies, businesses and non-profit organizations that provide goods or services to the public to make the “reasonable modifications” in their policies, practices or procedures when necessary to accommodate people with disabilities. The service animal rules fall under this general principle. Carol continued to explain several more points to the board about the ADA law. After Carol had finished, Mayor Richmond apologized to Carol for the way she was treated and thanked her for providing the information and educating the board on the ADA law.

Department head reports.

Curt Drake- Nothing to report

Denis Kolb- Asked if the modem could be moved from the police department to the emergency management department. They have had several times that the modem has gone down and they were unable to get to it to reset it. If it is not able to be moved, would they be able to get our own modem. The cost of the modem is $108.63. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to move the modem to the emergency management side.

David Brodie- The water tower had a glitch in it that said it was running over, but David was able to reset it. It is a pressure switch.

David also informed the board that the U. V. lights will need to be replaced this year. We really need to consider upgrading. He will get some pricing.

Meghan Sexson- the Board has the May report. Meghan asked the Board to consider a closed meeting June 12, 2018 at 6:00 P.M. pursuant to RSMO. Section 610.021, Section (2) Leasing, purchase or sale of real estate by a public governmental body where public knowledge of the transaction might adversely affect the legal consideration therefor. However, any minutes, vote or public record approving a contract relating to the leasing or sale of real estate by a public governmental body shall be made public upon execution of the lease, purchase or sale of the real estate.

Karla McNorton- It was noted that the August 7, 2018 court date at 5:00 P.M. has been moved to August 21, 2018 at 5:00 P.M.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $27,920.38 including transfers. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the bills in the amount of $27,920.38 including transfers. Ald. Wilson seconded. Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley moved to adjourn the meeting. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday May 15, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday May 15, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley, Calvin Wilson and Ron Johnson. Also present were Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Asst. City Clerk Dana Cornwell and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Lois Kolb and Connie Letourneau.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from May 1, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the May 1, 2018 meeting. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Misael Bustamante and/or Marcos Bustamante to discuss the property at 128 N. Wall St. The Mayor noted that City Clerk McNorton will be speaking on their behalf. McNorton read:

Goodman Board,

I am asking for more time on the cleaning on 128 N. Wall St. We plan on covering the windows with sheets of metal and want to make it into a garage not for people to live in. We are asking for two more months since it is only my father and I that will be doing the cleaning. After a brief discussion, the board agreed to extend Misael and Marcos Bustamante until the July 17, 2018 meeting to clean the property.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Jerry Sparks to discuss possible zoning change of property next to Full Gospel Church. He was not present.

The Mayor acknowledged Kevin Miller to discuss the property at 204 N. Wall St. The Mayor noted City Clerk McNorton will be speaking on Kevin Miller’s behalf. City Clerk McNorton read:

In reference to the 204 N. Wall St. Goodman, if I can have some time to fix things up and get my place back on track, it will be greatly appreciated. If I could get (6)six months or even longer if possible. I will clean up the yard, cut up the two fallen trees, put new floors in the house and replace some of the windows. The Board agreed to extend Kevin Miller until the July 17, 2018 meeting to clean the property. If he needs more time, it will be discussed at that meeting.

The Board discussed the second reading by title only Bill NO. 2018-487 Ord. NO. 2018­497, an Ordinance amending the code of the City of Goodman Title VII: Utilities: Chapter 705: Water Regulations: Article II: By adding new section705.255: Adjustments Due to High Water Usage. Ald. Wilson moved to approve Bill NO. 2018-487 Ord. NO. 2018-497, an Ordinance amending the code of the City of Goodman Title VII: Utilities:

 

Chapter 705: Water Regulations: Article II: By adding new section705.255: Adjustments Due to High Water Usage. Aid. Johnson seconded. Aid. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the second reading by title only Bill NO. 2018-488 Ord. NO. 2018­498, 2018 Adopting Ordinance. (An Ordinance Adopting and Enacting a New Code of Ordinances) Aid. Kohley moved to approve Bill NO. 2018-488 Ord, NO. 2018-498, 2018 Adopting Ordinance. (An Ordinance Adopting and Enacting a New Code of Ordinances) Aid. Kezar seconded. Aid. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the extension contract for residential and commercial waste collection between the City of Goodman and HTS, LLC (formerly Henson Trash Service) After a brief discussion, Aid. Wilson moved to approve the extension contract for residential and commercial waste collection between the City of Goodman and HTS, LLC (formerly Henson Trash Service). Aid. Kohley seconded. Aid. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Unfinished business:

Mayor Richmond noted City Clerk McNorton had spoken with the MML (Missouri Municipal League) about the 1996 Ford and after the ad had been in the paper and no bids after a month, employees are able to make an offer by sealed bid. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to put the 1996 Ford out for bid again in the McDonald County Press and the Neosho Daily News until June 6, 2018 at 4:00 P.M. The bids will be opened at the June 6, 2018 meeting. It was also agreed to have the topper from the 2009 GMC put in the Neosho Daily News and the McDonald County Press.

Shauna Landess Condemnation: City Clerk McNorton noted that the City can now put it out for bid to demo the property. The Board agreed to have it put out for bid in the McDonald County Press and the Neosho Daily News until the June 19, 2018 council meeting. The City has the right to refuse any and all bids.

New business: None

Citizens business: Connie Letourneau asked the Board to consider putting on the water bill to keep your pets on a leash, fed and watered.

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Not present

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- Asst. Clerk Dana Spoke on behalf of David and noted that he will be mowing, brush hogging and filling chug holes.

Meghan Sexson- Not present

Karla McNorton- Wanted to remind the Board her and Dana will be gone to court training next week and Meghan will be in the office the whole week. She also wanted to ask the Board if Meghan could come in Friday so that way she is not coming in Monday morning and being told here is the information about this and that and then Dana is out the door. The Board agreed to allow Meghan to work on Friday.

Ald. Kohley noted the South side of town is looking well.

Mayor Richmond noted the citywide clean-up is Thursday. Put your items out Wednesday night.

The Mayor asked about having a closed meeting to discuss payroll. The Board agreed to meet June 19, 2018 at 6:30.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $41,186.24 including transfers. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of$41,186.24 including transfers. Aid. Kohley seconded. Aid. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Aid. Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald. Wilson seconded. Aid. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday May 1, 2018

 

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday May 1, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley, Calvin Wilson and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Lois Kolb, Kevin Keeney, Tammie Davis, Jared Mackall, Roger and Carol Coe, Connie Letourneau, Charlotte Johnson and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

Mayor Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.

The Board discussed the special meeting minutes from April 17, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the special meeting held on April 17, 2018. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the regular minutes from April 17, 2018. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on April 17, 2018. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed averaging Juanita Readon’s water bill. City Clerk McNorton explained that Mrs. Reardon came in on Thursday April 26, 2018 that she wanted to get her water turned on at 146 S. School St. She had a water leak and was told that she would have to get it fixed and then could ask for a one time average. She has now gotten it fixed and is asking for a one time average. Her bill with the 20% is $677.50, which she has already paid for at the time that David Sarratt verified her water was fixed before she paid the bill. Ald. Johnson asked City Clerk McNorton if it would be 40%. She apologized and stated it would be 40%. After a brief discussion Ald. Wilson moved to approve averaging Juanita Reardon’s water bill for $677.50 including the 40%. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond noted the next thing on the agenda was to open bids for the 1996 Ford pickup. He noted there were no bids. If the Board would like, we can put it out for bid again. He then noted there were several employees who were interested in the vehicle. Also, the City is unsure if it would be allowed to sell an item to an employee. It was agreed to have City Clerk McNorton contact the Missouri Ethics Commission and discuss it with them and put it on the next agenda

The Board discussed the first reading by title only Bill NO. 2018-487 Ord. NO. 2018-497, An Ordinance amending the code of the City of Goodman Title VII: Utilities: Chapter 705: Water Regulations: Article II: By adding new section705.255: Adjustments Due to High Water Usage. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the first reading by title only Bill NO. 2018-487 Ord. NO. 2018-497, An Ordinance amending the code of the City of Goodman Title VII: Utilities: Chapter 705: Water Regulations: Article II: By adding new section705.255: Adjustments Due to High Water Usage. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the first reading by title only Bill NO. 2018-488 Ord. NO. 2018-498, 2018 Adopting Ordinance. (An Ordinance Adopting and Enacting a New Code of Ordinances) Ald. Wilson moved to approve the first reading by title only Bill NO. 2018-488 Ord. NO. 2018-498, 2018 Adopting Ordinance. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Unfinished business:

City Clerk McNorton explained that she had made an error. The transportation tax was not put on a primary election ballot. It was put on a general election ballot, all by itself. If the City puts the Use tax on the August election, it will cost the City three times the normal amount of the general election, because it is a primary election. The City will have to put it on the Democratic ballot, Republican, so on. Also, the City already passed the out of state motor vehicle sales tax part that she thought needed to be passed on the Use Tax Ordinance in August of 2016. The City can put the Use Tax on the ballot in April of 2019 and save money. Ald. Johnson asked what the City would get from the Use Tax. McNorton explained that citizens place orders online and pay taxes and we do not receive tax right now. If we have the use tax, we would receive the tax.

City Clerk McNorton noted she spoke with Henson Sanitation and the Spring Cleanup for City will be May 17, 2018. The citizens will need to put the items out the night before.

Nikki Hill has asked that the Special Meeting with HSTCC (Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council.) be June 4, 2018 at 6:00 P.M. if possible, to properly zone the Goodman map. If that date is not available, the next date available is the 18, at 6:00 P.M. after a brief discussion the Board agreed on June 18, 2018 at 6:00 P.M.

The Board discussed purchasing Tasers for the police department. Curt explained Axon Enterprises has two Taser options available. One is purchasing twoX26P Tasers outright for $3052.00 with twelve cartridges or two X26P Tasers with twelve cartridges on the Axon Enterprises program at $3052.00 the first year and $420.00 then next 4 years for a total of $4732.00 and at the end of that 5^th year the City will receive two of the newest Tasers Ald. Wilson moved to order the Tasers for $3052.00 for the first year and $420.00 a year the next four years. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the spec for the gazebo on Main Street. City supervisor Brodie noted he had looked into gazebos and found one with 8 sides, one side left open. 4×4 posts, 36 inch high railing with 3 or 4 inch gap at the bottom, 12 inch decorative lattice work at the top, bench on seven sides, 18 to 20 inches high, 12 to 14 inches wide, all treated lumber all fasteners non rust, wood shingles and must fit on the 16 foot wide existing pad. After a brief discussion, Ald. Kohley moved to put the gazebo out for bid. With the spec City supervisor Brodie provided, until June 5, 2018. Ald. Jonson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

New business: None

Citizens business: Mr. Keeney noted it looks a lot better around town.

Connie Letourneau asked how the City planned to control the stray animal issue. She noted the police officers do not have the time and she is willing to volunteer to pick up the animals. The Board explained it has been an ongoing problem with animals roaming loose. Letourneau believes most of the dogs are from individuals who live in town and members of the Board note that some are from citizens who live outside of town. After one citizen made inappropriate comments, Letourneau left the meeting and stated she would return when the issue was taken more seriously.

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Curt noted that since Senior Chief David has been injured, he has been updating the policy and procedures policy for the department. According to the policy and procedures the department should have Monadnock batons provided by the City. Ald. Johnson moved to approve purchasing two PR24 baton’s for $ 120.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Denis Kolb- Keep an eye on the weather through Thursday.

David Brodie-Recreation Department did a lot at the ball park Saturday. They are putting awnings up over the bleachers.

Spoke with MRWA (Missouri Rural Water Association) waiting for them to return my call to get started on the rate study.

Meghan Sexson-Noted the Board has their April report.

Karla McNorton- Nothing to report

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $7210.81 including transfers. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the bills in the amount $7210.81 including transfers. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday April 17, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday April 17, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley, Calvin Wilson and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Judge Clyde Davidson and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Lois Kolb, Carol Coe and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the April 3, 2018 meeting. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on April 3, 2018. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Unfinished Business:

The Board discussed the gazebo on Main St. The board discussed that several months ago the City looked into an estimated cost of $5000.00 to replace. It was asked if the gazebo would be the same. City Supervisor Brodie noted it would not be the same. It was what the person building it was going to make it. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to have specs of what the board wanted and bring it to the next meeting. The Gazebo is to be put on the next agenda to discuss specs and putting it out for bid.

City Clerk McNorton noted that after the last meeting she had called and left a message for the owner of 122 and 122 ½ Wall St. and did not receive a response. She would like to send a condemnation letter that is already typed to the owner giving him 30 days to clean up the property, it just needs signed. McNorton noted that she is in hopes that he will contact her and she can talk to him about possibly selling the property as it is a good size lot and close to the school. After a brief discussion, Ald. Wilson moved to send the condemnation letter to the owner of 122 and 122 ½ Wall St. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $25,952.88 Ald. Kohley moved to approve the bills in the amount of $25,952.88. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

City Clerk McNorton read the election results: Municipal Judge, Clyde Davidson with 54 votes, North Ward Alderman, Calvin Wilson with 23 votes and South ward Alderman, Keith Kohley with 16 votes. She then swore in new Board of Aldermen and Judge.

The Mayor noted it was time to reappoint the City Attorney, Chief of Police and the City Clerk. Ald. Wilson moved to appoint Duane Cooper as City Attorney. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Johnson moved to appoint Curt Drake as Chief of Police. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Wilson moved to appoint Karla McNorton as City Clerk. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed who to appoint as the acting President. Ald. Kohley moved to appoint Calvin Wilson as acting president. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson and Kohley voted aye with Ald. Kezar and Wilson abstaining.

Ald. Kezar agreed to be the Recreation Board Commissioner, Ald. Kohley agreed to be the Street Commissioner, Ald. Johnson agreed to be the Water/Sewer Commissioner and Ald. Wilson agreed to be the Maintenance Commissioner.

The Mayor noted that the Board needed to approve the Corporate Resolution with the First Community Bank. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the Corporate Resolution with the First Community Bank. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor noted that the Board needed to choose who will be the check signers. The Mayor, Alice Kezar and Calvin Wilson are already check signers. Ald. Kohley moved to keep the check signers the same. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson and Kohley voted aye with Ald. Kezar and Wilson abstaining.

New business:

1. City Clerk McNorton noted that the procedure for collecting and handling high water usage due to leaks was set up as a procedure in December of 2014 with the intent to make it an ordinance if it worked well. The City has been using it since and it seems to be working well. She noted she had given the Board a draft of what the ordinance would look like. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to put it on the next agenda.

1. City Clerk McNorton asked the Board to consider putting the Use Tax Ordinance on the next agenda to be voted on. McNorton noted that the Use tax would be a great benefit to the citizens and the City if it passed. The Use tax can be used for anything the City needed it for. I think we need to educate the public that the Use Tax will not raise our taxes. You either pay a Sales Tax or a Use Tax, not both.       She noted she had included a draft of the ordinance along with pamphlet that she would like to send out to the citizens. It was also discussed the City should consider a Public Hearing as well. The Next election is August 7, 2018 and if we are going to consider putting this on the ballot at that election, the Ordinance needs to be passed and certified with the County by May 29, 2018. It was agreed to put the Use Tax ordinance on the next agenda.

City Clerk McNorton informed the Board that Nikki Hill from the HSTCC (Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council) would like the Board to have a meeting and work on the zoning map. She would like it blocked out for each zone and HSTCC will make the City one to use and one to put up. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to ask Nikki when in June would be best for her except the dates of June 5^th, 6^th, 12^th or 19^th. The discussion was tabled.

Citizens business: None

Department head reports

Curt Drake: Drake informed the Board he got the door hangers they had discussed and he has a binder to document all pertinent information. This frees the ladies up in City Hall from having to send out letters, Drake said. He noted he has broken the City into four (4) sections and he is doing a section at a time, giving each section 2 weeks to rectify the issue (this is to keep from having a bunch of citations in the court all at the same time and gives the citizen two weekends.) If the person is home when he goes to put the hanger on the door, he speaks with them and documents it, saving a door hanger. If it is not rectified in the two weeks, he will give them a citation for the next court date. He will do all four (4) sections the same way.

Chief Drake then gave the Board March’s monthly report.

Drake also noted that the two trailers that were on Main St. have been moved. One out of town and one is on the side of the person’s property, mostly out of view. He also talked to Mr. Bradford about the bldg. debris on Main St. and his residential property. Chief Drake informed Bradford that next week his section will be the one he gives 2 weeks to get it cleaned up.

Chief Drake then noted he got some prices on Tasers. The X26P non-lethal comes with 2 cartridges, holsters and a 5 year warranty for $3520.00 The other is a pack program from the same company. It is $3052.00 the first year and $420.00 a year for the next four (4) years. The fifth (5^th) year, you get two (2) of the newest Tasers for free, keeping the original ones purchased. That is a total of $4732.00 and you get 12 cartridges with the purchase of either one. The cartridges are $32.00 each. Chief Drake thinks the officers might use maybe two (2) a year. Mayor Richmond asked that Tasers be put on the next for discussion and approval.

Denis Kolb: Nothing to report.

David Brodie: The valve and sump pump at the treatment plant are fixed. He noted he had to buy a sump pump for the water tower for $143.00.

Brodie the informed the Board that 128 and 204 Wall Street needs letters sent as the places need repairs.

Ald. Kohley asked about having some kind of Spring Cleanup. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to have City Clerk McNorton speak with Henson Sanitation about a Spring Cleanup.

Brodie then asked the Board about purchasing the trailer hitch from David Sarratt as he removed it from his truck and put on the newest truck to use the trailer when hauling the mower. It was agreed to purchase the trailer hitch for $50.00

 

Meghan Sexson: Nothing to report.

Karla McNorton: Nothing to report.

Ald. Kohley moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:58 P.M. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and voted aye with 0 nays.

SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday April 17, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting on Tuesday April 17, 2018 at 6:30 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley, Calvin Wilson and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Lois Kolb, Carol Coe and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

Mayor Richmond called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Bruce Hively to discuss upgrades, grants and I and I (inflow and infiltration) for the wastewater treatment plant. David noted there are no citations and the City is not in trouble with DNR (Department of Natural Resources), but if the I and I are not corrected, there will be an issue. David noted we need to get ahead of it.

It was discussed that the treatment plant is old and has issues that need addressed. There are cracks in the mains that need repaired. Mr. Hively suggested having a smoke test done through MRWA (Missouri Rural Water Association) and to have a camera look down into the lines and find the issues. Mr. Hively explained there are ways to line the pipes without having to replace them. David noted there is one that needs replaced and a new gravity line is needed.

Mr. Hively informed the Board there are four types of ways to get funding to repair the problems. Loans based on the household medium from the 2010 Census show interest rate would be about 3.125%. There are also State and Federal programs, DNR has loans and the CDBG (Community Development Block Grants) are able to help also. The CDBG grant would be up to $500,000.00 based on what needed to be done and they will only help up to 45% and the City is responsible for 55% Mr. Hively suggested having a rate study done through Midwest Assistance Program or MRWA. He noted that if you are going to borrow, put out it before the people and let them vote on a bond issue. He feels it’s a good idea to get the people involved. If the City does not want to have to borrow the money, get an estimate of what it will cost to do the repairs and build a rate schedule to build up the money for the repairs.

Mr. Hively also suggested looking into engineers. He suggested getting a small search grant (up to $30,000.00) to pay to put together an engineering report. Mr. Hively then noted that he can give the City a list of engineers and suggested looking into the last 4 to 5 projects they have done to find out if those people were happy with the work and make a decision from there.

Ald. Kohley moved to adjourn the special meeting at 6:59 P.M. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

AGENDA

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday April 17, 2018 at 7:00 PM at the

Goodman City Hall

 

 

1. Call the meeting to order.

 

1. Discuss and vote on the minutes from April 3, 2018.

 

1. Unfinished Business:

 

Discuss the gazebo on Main St.

 

1. Discuss and vote on the bills including transfers in the amount of $ 25,952.88

 

1. The Clerk reads the election results and swears in new Board of Aldermen and Judge.

 

1. Vote to re-appoint the City Attorney, Chief of Police and the City Clerk. (Make separate motions).

 

1. Appoint an acting President.

 

1. Appoint a Recreation Board Commissioner, a Street Commissioner, a Water/Sewer Commissioner and a Maintenance Commissioner.

 

1. Discuss and vote on the Corporate Resolution with the First Community Bank.

 

1. Discuss and decide on check signers.

 

1. New business:

1. Discuss putting the Adjustments due to High Water Usage Ordinance on the next agenda.
2.  Discuss putting the Use Tax Ordinance on the next agenda.

1. Citizens business.
2. Department head reports.

Curt Drake-

Denis Kolb-

David Brodie-

Meghan Sexson-

Karla McNorton-

 

 

1. Move to adjourn.

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday April 3, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday April 3, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley, Calvin Wilson and Ron Johnson. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Lois Kolb, Mark Bartley, J. R. Fisher, Kevin Keeney, Jared Mackall and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

Mayor Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.

The Board discussed the minutes from March 20, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on March 20, 2018. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kezar, Wilson and Johnson voted aye, Ald. Kohley abstained.

City Clerk McNorton noted she had spoken with Mike Williams about mowing for the City again this year. Karla then told the Board Mike Williams says the price should be the same as last year ($170.00) unless fuel prices go up above $3.00 a gallon, then he will charge a $5.00 to $10.00 sur charge on top of the $170.00 he charges each time he mows. After a brief discussion, Ald. Wilson moved to have Mike Williams continue to mow for the city at a rate of $170.00 each time with a possible $5.00 to $10.00 surcharge. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Unfinished business:

City Clerk McNorton informed the Board that the ad for the condemnation of 108 W. Williams was in the paper last Thursday, March 29, 2018 and it will be in this Thursday’s paper April 05, 2018. The owner has 30 days from Thursday to comply. After that, the Board can proceed with the condemnation process.

City Clerk McNorton then noted the ad for the truck was in the paper on Thursday March 29, 2018. Mayor Richmond noted if we don’t get any bids, we may need to consider another avenue to advertise.

Mayor Richmond brought up the gazebo on Main St. and noted we may need to put it out for bid. It was noted we need the specs on exactly what we want. Mayor Richmond asked that it be put on the next agenda.

New business: None

Citizens business: None

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Noted that Senior Chief Joe David was in an altercation and was injured. He has a mild concussion and sustained an injury to his right shoulder and is on light duty. He hurt his right shoulder in December in a slip and fall and was on the mend when the altercation occurred and would like to look into getting prices on a taser as he would have been able to subdue the subject without these injuries and be on restricted duty. Curt also noted that during the altercation the radio and body camera were damaged and charges will be filed against the subject for over $700.00. He will be getting prices for both the radio and camera as well. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to have Curt bring the prices of the taser, body camera and radio to the next meeting.

 

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

 

David Brodie- David informed the Board that he is closer to fixing the valve at the treatment plant. Westec out of Iowa is attempting to help him over the phone. If they are unable to help over the phone, Westec will need to come and fix it at a cost of $3700.00.

David also brought up the trailer on Main St. needs moved as well as the property cleaned up that is owned by Steven Bradford. Curt noted he has spoken with Mr. Bradford and will speak with him again.

David then noted the trailer at 151 Main needs moved as well. Curt noted he had given the owner 2 weeks to move it and that time is almost up.

David also noted that 122 N. Wall and 122 ½ N. Wall is at a standstill and needs cleaned up. It was agreed that it is almost summer and something needs done about the property. City Clerk McNorton noted she will contact the owner of the property.

Meghan Sexson- Noted the Board has their March report.

Ald. Kezar commended Tax collector Sexson for doing a good job on collecting the taxes.

Karla McNorton- Noted Bruce Hively will be able to attend a Special Meeting on April 17, 2018 at 6:30 P.M. to discuss upgrades and grants for the wastewater treatment plant and also I and I (inflow and infiltration.)

It was then noted the Groundbreaking for the new Goodman Elementary School is tomorrow April 4, 2018 at 10.00 A. M.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $36,733.30 including transfers. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of $36,733.30 including transfers. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.