COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday March 20, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday March 20, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Alice Kezar, 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, Roger & Carol Coe, Samantha Hamilton, Natalie McInturff, J. R. Fisher, Darrell Sarratt, Charlene Bergen, Charlotte Bergen, Jared Mackall and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

Mayor Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Mayor Richmond noted Ald. Kohley is not present.

The Board discussed the minutes from March 6, 2018. Ald. Johnson noted on page 2 under New Business, it should be City’s, not Cities. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on March 6, 2018 with the correction. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kezar and Johnson voted aye and Ald. Wilson abstained.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Samantha Hamilton. Mrs. Hamilton explained that they plan on doing the school groundbreaking on April 4, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. and she would like to bus the kids to Goodman to see it and then use the ballpark and have a cookout for the kids, making it a fieldtrip. The school district is preparing the south side parking lot for the observers of the groundbreaking and the North side will be for parking and across the road where the fire department/old bus barn used to be. Mrs. Hamilton also noted they may need additional parking. It was noted people can park on Main St. and other streets if there is room. Mrs. Hamilton then noted that they are still working on the plans for the school but the front of the bldg. will face the railroad tracks. The bldg. will be pushed back as much as possible and east of the bldg. will be a new playground. They are working on safely removing any debris from the playground equipment left on the property and will have two playgrounds. There will also be a secure way to get the kids to the playground. Mrs. Hamilton noted that there will be two separate drives, one for the busses and one for the parents. There will also be a FEMA 3 (three) rated shelter and three classrooms FEMA 3 (three) rated. During school, the students can fit in the three classrooms and the community will use the other shelter accessible from outside. Mrs. Hamilton also mentioned the school will be about 10,000 feet larger than the previous building and the school district is planning on a 12 (twelve) month build. Students should begin the 2019-2020 school years at the new Goodman Elementary.

City Clerk McNorton noted the Certified Letter sent to the owner of 108 W. Williams was returned. Our Ordinance states it must now be put in the paper for two consecutive weeks. I have given you all a draft of what City Attorney Duane Cooper says should go in the paper. Ald. Wilson moved to have the notice of what City Attorney Duane Cooper wants put in the paper for two consecutive weeks. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

City Clerk McNorton noted she has spoken with City Attorney Duane Cooper on whether the City would be liable if we started issuing permits per the ordinance, the City should be fine. I have included a copy of the email between his assistant Lori and myself. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to look into the cost of 4 (four) State Printing making something that is kind of like paper, but a little thicker and cannot be torn.

City Clerk McNorton noted she had spoken with the Neosho Recreation Department and last year they charged Liwy Diras $1000.00 to use their facility. She noted that this year if they were to rent the park again they would charge more and have dumpsters and porta-johns. After a brief discussion, it was agreed the facility would not work for the family reunion.

Unfinished Business: None

New business: David wanted to know if the Board wanted Bruce Hively to come down and discuss upgrades and grants for the wastewater treatment plant. It was agreed to see if Mr. Hively could be here on April 17^th at 6:30 P.M.

Citizens business: Charlene Bergen thanked the Board for their service to the community and for everything they did during the aftermath of the tornado. Charlene then asked the Board if Banner church could use the City Hall property on April 21, 2018 from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. They would like to have a Vacation Bible School Spring Fling and get a bouncy house for the kids and have Barking Pig cook hot dogs. Banner would like to have a few canopies and a generator. Banner will give away some free items and kites for the kids. Charlene also asked if the City Hall could be opened so they could use the restroom facilities during that time. It was noted that the bouncy house would need to be on the same side of the property as City hall as well as the canopies, to keep the helicopter pad clear in case it is needed.

Ald. Johnson moved to allow Banner Church to use the Goodman City Hall property and restroom facilities on April 21, 2018 from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kezar, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Curt gave the Board his February report.

Curt noted the new radars are in and have been installed in the Charger and working great. He is planning on having someone else install the one in the truck.

Curt also noted he would like to get door hangers for the police department that have Ordinances on them that he can mark beside and hang on the door. Curt also noted there are about 100 in a bundle. It was agreed to have Curt look into getting the door hangers.

Curt then noted that Goodman Tire and Auto has not had a chance to repair the boot of the power steering that is shredded and hope to get it in in the next few weeks.

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- David noted the new valve is in and it works, but it doesn’t. He has tracked it down to a control valve and thought he located one with Bradwell Technologies, but they don’t have them either. They can repair the one we have, for $142.00. I did locate a used one on EBay for $170.00. I would like to purchase that one and send the one we have off the Bradwell Technologies to be repaired. It will take 3 weeks to repair. Ald. Wilson moved to have David order the control valve from EBay for $170.00. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson- Nothing to report

Karla McNorton- Karla then informed the Board there is court training in Lake of the Ozarks the week of May 21, 2018 through May 25, 2018. It would be $200.00 each for the class and $109.00 a night for the room for a total of $945.00 not including mileage. Karla would go up on Sunday and would come back late Thursday, to work Friday. Dana would come in for most of Monday then drive up. She will have class Tuesday through Friday. Karla had already asked Meghan and she would be happy to work at City hall like she did last week while we were gone, for the $10.00 an hour you paid her last week. There would be no days that week that the City hall is closed. Ald. Wilson moved to approve Dana and I going to the court training at a cost of $945.00 not including mileage and Meghan working at the City Hall at $10.00 an hour while we are at the court training. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kezar, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of $26, 061.35 including transfers. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday March 6, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday March 6, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Alice Kezar 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 Kevin Keeney, Lois Kolb, Roger & Carol Coe, Linda Sharp, Roy Foust and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from February 20, 2018. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the regular meeting minutes held on February 20, 2018. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Linda Sharp to discuss averaging her March water bill. Linda explained she had a bad water leak during all the rain, making it difficult to locate, but it is now fixed. She is asking for her March water bill to be averaged. Ald. Kohley moved to approve averaging Linda Sharp’s water bill in the amount of $150.59 with the 20%. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Karla noted Liwy Diras wants to use the ballpark for a family reunion August 11, 2018. This will include the facilities. There will be a large number of people there. If she remembers correctly, the City did charge a deposit last time for some of the electric and to ensure they would clean the property. It was discussed getting dumpsters out there and to find out approximately how many will be attending. It was also discussed contacting Neosho Parks and Recreation Department to see how the property was left when their facilities were used in the past. The discussion was tabled.

Mayor Richmond noted at the last meeting we had discussed sponsoring a table for the McDonald County Historical Society for $250.00 on April 7, 2018. Has anyone thought about if they will be able to attend? Ald. Kezar, Johnson and Kohley all noted they would not be able to attend. It was agreed the City would not be sponsoring a table for the event.

Old business: City Clerk McNorton noted the UTV ordinance already has that the City may issue permits for a fee of $15.00. It was noted that the City really hasn’t had a big issue with it until now. It was noted that if someone is going to be operating a UTV, the police department should be contacted with who will be driving the UTV and that it is for agriculture use and has proper insurance. It was agreed to discuss with City Attorney Duane Cooper if the City would be liable in any way if there was an accident if we started issuing permits. The discussion was tabled.

The Mayor noted that since it is getting warmer, we need to start looking into getting the gazebo on Main St. replaced.

New business:

The Board discussed putting the 1996 Ford out for bid (sealed bids) until May 1^st 2018 at 4:00 P.M. It was also discussed to put an ad in the paper and on the Cities Facebook page and that the City had the right to refuse any and all bids. Ald. Kohley moved to put the 1996 Ford out for bid in the paper and on Facebook and that bids would be accepted Until May 1^st 2018 at 4:00 P.M. and the City has the right to refuse any and all bids. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley noted he will not be at the next meeting as he will be having surgery on March 19^th, 2018.

Citizens business: Roy Foust explained to the Board that he received his bill and it is $96.08 and shows he used 7900 gallons. His bill normally shows between 2000 and 3000 gallons. He was hoping the Board would show him some relief on his bill as he has checked and he has no leaks. City Clerk McNorton noted that she had looked over his account and his usage at its highest was in 2014 at 4100 gallons. It was also noted the City workers checked his meter and it did not show he had a leak. City Supervisor Brodie noted it was more than likely a toilet that was hanging and that sometimes it is very difficult to hear that a toilet is running. Mr. Foust agreed to look into one of the toilets leaking. It was noted that Mr. Foust’s average is between 2000 and 3000 gallons a month and that would put his bill at $57.72, if the Board decided to average his bill. Ald. Kohley moved to approve averaging Roy Foust’s bill for $57.72. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Kevin Keeney asked the Board if they have heard anything about the Goodman Elementary School and when they will start to rebuild. Tax Collector Meghan Sexson noted the Neosho School District finally got their insurance settlement about two weeks ago and are talking about breaking ground April 4, 2018. It was discussed that Mayor Richmond should attend the next School Board meeting March 19^th to verify when the school district plans to break ground.

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Nothing to report

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- The carport at the ballpark is up.

The valve at the treatment plant will be installed Thursday.

The sump pump at the treatment plant is worn out and David

would like to replace it for $200.00. Ald. Kohley moved to

approve David getting a new sump pump for the treatment plant

for $200.00. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson- Meghan noted the Board had their February report.

Meghan then asked the Board about paying her while City Clerk Karla McNorton and Water Clerk Dana Cornwell are gone to training next week as she will be here by herself answering the phone, taking water payments and doing her tax collector work also. After a brief discussion, Ald. Kohley moved to pay Meghan $10.00 an hour while Karla and Dana are gone to training to answer the phones and take water payments. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Karla McNorton- Remind the Board that Dana and she will be  out of the office for training Monday through Thursday of next week.

 

Karla then asked the Board if Mike Williams of Mike’s Lawn care would be mowing for the City again this year and would the Board like to make a motion on it. It was noted that Mr. Williams will contact the City and let them know if his rates have changed and the Board will discuss it then. The discussion was tabled

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $42,372.69 including transfers. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of $42,372.69 including transfers. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

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

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday February 20, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 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, Police Chief Curt Drake, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Matt & Sara Morgan, Lois Kolb, J.R. Fisher, Jared Mackall, James Roney and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from February 6, 2018. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the minutes from February 6, 2018. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged James Roney to discuss extending his February water payment to March 2, 2018. James explained he is getting a divorce and needs a little time to get his finances in order. He is planning on paying the water bill by March 2, 2018 or before. Ald. Wilson moved to approve extending James Roney’s water bill to March 2, 2018 or before. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the rate increase for employee health insurance through Anthem. Karla explained that for basically the same coverage, it is $380.79 more a year. After a brief discussion, Ald. Kohley moved to keep the Anthem health coverage. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Old business: Ald. Kohley brought up the Goodman Elementary school. He wanted to know if we have heard any more on when the school construction will begin. Mayor Richmond noted there is no news on the school breaking ground next month. David noted they did soil samples last month and he has not seen anyone since.

Mayor Richmond noted the new (used) water truck is in operation and doing well. City Supervisor Brodie noted David Sarratt would like an over the fender tool box to haul the rest of his tools. The Cost is $200.00. Ald. Kohley moved to approve purchasing a over the fender tool box for $200.00. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley also asked about the condemnation of 108 W. Williams. City Clerk McNorton explained she has sent the Findings of Fact letter certified mail and she had not received anything back saying it has been returned or accepted. J. R. Fisher said he would like to purchase the property and fix it and he has tried to contact the owner without luck. Mayor Richmond noted we would need to talk to City Building Inspector Marcus Pratt to see if any of it is salvageable as he has already stated the structure is condemnable. We would also need to contact our City Attorney and see if it is an option after we receive word on the certified letter.

New business: Mayor Richmond brought up a letter the City received from the McDonald County Historical Society about a benefit dinner and auction April 7, 2018 at the River Ranch Resort in Noel. You can buy a ticket for $30.00 a person to the banquet or a whole table for $250.00 (6 tickets.) After a brief discussion, it was agreed for the Board to think about if they could go and we will put in on the agenda for the next council meeting March 6, 2018.

Mayor Richmond brought up the sign at the ballpark and wanted to know if it can still be put back up. David noted it is faded and needs a new pole. He will try to find something to put it back up with.

Ald. Wilson Thanked David Brodie for putting a cover over the night depository box.

Citizens business: Sara Morgan asked the Board if they had thought anymore about the UTV Ordinance. Mayor Richmond noted he has discussed it with Chief Drake, but he needs to read the ordinance word for word. Sara Morgan noted her UTV has front and rear lights and turn signals. The Mayor noted we will look into permits further and discuss it with or City Attorney. Chief Drake also noted he and City Clerk McNorton had discussed a maybe a card that has the City Seal on it and can be laminated.

1. Department head reports.

Curt Drake- you have your monthly report. He hadn’t done them in a while and wanted to start doing them again.

Denis Kolb-Nothing to report.

David Brodie-Lightning got the phone line to the well that lets the pump pressure know it’s at a certain level. There is a break in it somewhere and we had a guy out here all day. Revis can put in a new level control and it should fix the problem. The cost is $2100.00. I went ahead and ordered it. It is in Pennsylvania and should be here in 2-3 days. The Board agreed we needed to get the part to fix the well.

David Brodie also noted the Carport is scheduled to be put up on Friday February 23, 2018 at the ballpark.

David also asked about getting bids to fix the roof where the pipes come in as they are leaking. It was agreed to get the bids to fix the roof.

Meghan Sexson- You received the January report. It was a good month.

Karla McNorton- Karla noted that Liwy Diras has asked to use the ballpark on August 4, 2018, that is the same day as the City Wide Yard Sale. It was agreed to have Liwy Diras will need to choose another weekend.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $38,432.82 including transfers. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of $38,432.82 including transfers. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday February 6, 2018

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 6, 2017 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, Police Chief Curt Drake, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and Asst. City Clerk Dana Cornwell. Also present were Kevin Keeney, Lois Kolb, Roger & Carol Coe, Ed Tuomala, Recia Clark, Nick Melcher, Sammie Goodson, Debbie Bobblett, Sara & Matt Morgan, Jared Mackall, Charlotte Johnson and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the Comprehensive Plan meeting minutes from January 23, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the Comprehensive Plan meeting minutes held on January 23, 2018. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar abstained.

The Board discussed the regular meeting minutes from January 23, 2018. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the regular meeting minutes held on January 23, 2018. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. Ald. Kezar abstained.

The Mayor acknowledged Recia Clark to discuss averaging her February water bill. Recia explained she had a leak and David had come out and turned off her water after hours. She has now fixed the leak and is asking that her water bill for February for $157.46 be averaged to $50.05. Ald. Wilson moved to approve averaging Recia Clark’s water bill at $50.05. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Juanita Reardon to discuss averaging her February water bill.

Juanita Reardon was not present.

The Mayor acknowledged Sarah Morgan to discuss ATV’s in the City limits. Ms. Morgan noted it is a UTV not an ATV. Ms. Morgan called the highway patrol and sheriff’s department thought she knew the rules. Ms. Morgan submitted a UTV permit proposal with an annual permit fee of $15.00 that included yearly inspections. Ald. Wilson noted we have an ordinance that is similar to the ordinance Ms. Morgan located. Ms. Morgan stated she does have insurance and a red triangle on her UTV. Mayor Richmond noted the council needs to look over and see if the current ordinance we have needs revised. Mayor Richmond stated we would work on a solution and that if the city figures out a solution that we need to look into having stickers for registered UTVs in city limits.

Discuss and vote on Mayor Richmond signing the letter of engagement from Nick Myers, CPA to do the 2017 City Audit. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the mayor signing the engagement letter from Nick Myers, CPA. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Old business: The Findings of Fact letter was hand delivered to the owner of 108 W. Williams of February 2, 2018 by Chief Drake giving 30 days to demolish and clean up the property. If the property is not demolished and cleaned up by the March 6, 2018 meeting, can we put an ad in the paper for the demo and clean-up of the property. When do we want the sealed bids in by?

Officer Drake noted he tried a number of times to deliver the Findings of Fact letter. It was decided that the city needs to mail the letter certified with a return receipt.

New business: Ald. Kohley noted he talked to water clerk Dana about the water bill deposit box leaking. Wanted to know if there was any way the city could possibly come up with a way to cover the drop box to keep water from getting in it when it rains. David Brodie said he would see what kind of solutions he could come up with.

Citizens business: Kevin Keeney noted he had a neighbor complaining about old tires. Officer Drake told Kevin to have his neighbor get a hold of him.

A citizen also asked Officer Drake where the city limits is at as they see traffic speeding and passing in a no passing zone as they are coming into town.

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Nothing to report

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- Had to have Taz Electric to replace breaker and the  labor costs $257.40. David also noted that he and David S. would be taking the topper off of the new 2009 GMC Sierra truck. He also noted that the new truck was in need of new tires on the back. Goodman Tire and Auto can get 10-ply tires for $180.00 each. David noted that two of the tires on the truck would be fine for now and could be placed on the front of the truck. David also noted he found a tool box at Tipton Ford for the new truck and that it would cost about $300.00 installed. Ald. Wilson made a motion for David to go to Goodman Tire & Auto for two new tires at $180.00 apiece and to go to Truck Toys at Tipton Ford for a new tool box Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson- Nothing to report

Dana Cornwell – Noted the notice the City Hall will be closed while Karla and I are at the Spring Institute will be in the paper Thursday at a cost of $20.65. It has been posted at the City Hall since 01-25-2018 and that we would continue to repost it on Facebook and on the City’s web site. Nothing else to report

The Board discussed the bill in the amount of $43,461.08 including transfers. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills in the amount of $43,461.08 including transfers. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kezar, Kohley, Johnson and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

COUNCIL MEETING

January 23, 2018

This meeting was rescheduled from January 16, 2018 due to inclement weather.

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 23, 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, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Roger and Carol Coe, Lois Kolb, Jared Mackall, Kevin Keeney, Charlotte Johnson and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. The Mayor noted the meeting scheduled for January 16th, 2018 was rescheduled to today due to inclement weather. He also noted the Alderman Alice Kezar was not present.

The Board discussed the regular meeting minutes from January 2, 2018. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes from January 2, 2018. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the second reading by title only of Bill NO. 2018-484 Ord. NO. 2018-494, an Ordinance to increase the water rates by .29 cents per 1000 after the first 1000 gallons. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the second reading by title only of Bill NO. 2018-484 Ord. NO. 2018-494, an Ordinance to increase the water rates by .29 cents per 1000 after the first 1000 gallons. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the second reading by title only of Bill NO. 2018-485 Ord. NO. 2018-495, An Ordinance to increase the commercial water rates by .29 cents after the first 1000 gallons to the next 50,000 gallons. The 51,001 to 100,000 gallons by .29 cents and all gallons over 100,001 gallons of water after the first 1000. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the second reading by title only of Bill NO. 2018-485 Ord. NO. 2018-495, An Ordinance to increase the commercial water rates by .29 cents after the first 1000 gallons to the next 50,000 gallons. The 51,001 to 100,000 gallons by .29 cents and all gallons over 100,001 gallons of water after the first 1000. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the second reading by title only of Bill NO. 2018-486 Ord. NO. 2018-496, An Ordinance to increase the sewer rates by .29 cents for the second 1000 gallons and by .29 for each 1000 gallons after the first 2000 gallons. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the second reading by title only of Bill NO. 2018-486 Ord. NO. 2018-496, An Ordinance to increase the sewer rates by .29 cents for the second 1000 gallons and by .29 for each 1000 gallons after the first 2000 gallons. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Johnson moved to approve the Goodman Comprehensive Plan from the Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Old business: Ald. Wilson moved to have Mayor Richmond sign the Findings of Fact letter for 108 W. Williams. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Wilson then asked about the truck at B & S Auto in Neosho, Mo for the Water Department. The Mayor explained he had spoken with the owner (Jim Tucker) and he is willing to work with us on bringing the price down from $9995.00 to $9200.00. It is a 2009 GMC Sierra, 2 wheel drive, 4.3 liter V-6 with 134,000 miles on it. The blue book value on it is fair at $9150.00. City Supervisor Brodie noted it will need two new all-terrain tires and he would like to drive it one more time before we purchase the truck. Ald. Wilson moved to approve purchasing the 2009 GMC from B & S Auto for $9200.00 after David drives it again. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

New business: City Clerk McNorton noted that the MO. City Clerks and Finance Officers Association (MOCCFOA) Spring Institute is scheduled for March 12^th through the 15^th. She is asking permission to go and would also like for Water Clerk Dana Cornwell to attend as you never know when something could happen to her and she feels Dana should start learning it. Dana would need to go the 12^th through the 15^th and Karla will need to go the 13^th through the 15^th. Both are able to attend if a notice is posted 30 days ahead of time that the City Hall will be closed, However: Monday the 12^th Karla will be able to have City Hall open until around 11:00 A.M., then Tax Collector Meghan Sexson will be here on Tuesday the 13^th and Thursday the 15^th from 9:00 A.M. till 2:00 P.M., leaving City Hall closed for one whole day on Wednesday the 14^th. Meghan also stated she would be happy to finish the remainder of Monday the 12^th, keeping City Hall open until 4:00. Karla noted her and Dana will share a hotel room making the hotel a total of $387.80 for four (4) nights and for both of us to attend the Classes would be $535.00 total. Also, they are now doing the whole training on and app. After researching; Dana found tablets on Amazon for a total of $201.88 and free shipping. The total for the room, classes and the tablets would be a total of $1124.68, not including mileage. If Karla goes to the class by herself, the hotel will be $290.85, the class will be $205.00 and a tablet will be $98.99, for a total of $594.84. Mayor Richmond also noted that since the state is making the court be more separated, the tablets can also be used for court as well. Ald. Kohley moved to approve both Karla and Dana attending the MOCCFOA Spring Institute at a total of $1124.68, which includes the classes, hotel and the two tablets. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson and Kohley voted aye and Ald. Wilson abstained. It was also agreed to have a notice put in the paper that dates and times the City Hall would be closed.

City Clerk McNorton noted Recreation Director Heith Lewis contacted her earlier that day and he needs to use the Council room on February 17^th and February 24, 2018 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. for baseball and softball sign-ups. They are both Saturdays. The Board agreed to allow Heith to use the City hall on February 17 and 24, 2018 for baseball and softball sign-ups.

Citizens business: Kevin Keeney asked if we were going to do anything with the streets this year. Mayor Richmond noted the City is planning to fix the holes with cold mix. Kevin asked about getting a grant for the streets. The Mayor explained there are no grants for streets. We got the Transportation Tax passed and started receiving it December of 2016 and have received about $37,000.00 and the last time we did anything to the streets it cost over $60,000.00. It will take several years to get a decent amount built up to be able to pave the streets.

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Curt informed the Board that the radar in the Charger will need replaced. He explained that they are still having problems, it’s not the antenna it’s the head unit. He noted that it was already budgeted for a new radar system for the truck, but he is also asking for new radar system for the charger as well as it will not pass when inspected in the very near future. The total would be $1999.00 for the radar system and about $100.00 to install each unit. Stalker will honor the quote given to us on the truck of $1999.00, so the total would be $4033.00 including the shipping and an additional $200.00 for installation for both the truck and the charger. It was asked about the warranty and it was noted the warranty is 100% for 36 months. Ald. Wilson moved to approve chief Drake purchasing 2 stalker radars for both the truck and the charger for a total of $4250.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Chief Drake also noted that all state reports were complete except one and it would be completed tomorrow.

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report.

David Brodie- David informed the Board we should have a quote tomorrow or Thursday on the installation price to replace the valve we bought. David asked the Board if he could let Mayor Richmond know how much the quote is and get it taken care of as it will be a few thousand dollars. The Board was agreeable as it needs replaced.

David then noted he has rings busted on the meter lids and he is unable to find replacements. He noted he has been knocking of the rings and he has found a place he can utilize the rings and they are about $40.00 each and he would like to order 10 for a total of $400.00. The Board agreed to have David order 10 meter lid rings for a total of $400.00

David also noted that the annual Missouri Rural Water Association (MRWA) annual conference is in Branson February 27^th through March 1^st as he needs 30 hours. David receives vouchers for water and sewer classes and the vouchers will pay the $270.00 for the class, but the hotel will cost $400.00. He needs the hours and is asking to be able to go. Ald. Wilson moved to approve David attending the MRWA conference February 27^th through March 1^st at a total of $400.00. Ald. Johnson Seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson- Meghan noted she sent out the delinquent notices last week.

Meghan also noted the Ozark Orchard Festival Committee will hold the first meeting this year next week on Tuesday the 30^th at 6:00 P.M.

Karla McNorton- Mayor Richmond noted that he had a meeting with a lady who wanted to know if we had some kind of citizen award as she felt Ray Mayfield was deserving of it as he had helped her with her car when she was in real need.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $43,918.75 including transfers. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the bills in the amount of $43,918.75, including transfers. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

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COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday December 19, 2017

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, Ron Johnson and Alice Kezar. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Senior Officer Joe David, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Roger and Carol Coe, Lois Kolb, Jared Mackall, Maria Naranjo, Angelica Paula and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the budget meeting minutes from December 4, 2017. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the budget meeting minutes held on December 4, 2017. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the regular meeting minutes from December 5, 2017. Ald. Johnson moved to approve the regular meeting minutes held on December 5, 2017. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the budget meeting minutes from December 14, 2017. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the budget meeting minutes held on December 14, 2017. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor Richmond acknowledged Maria Naranjo to discuss averaging her November water bill. Maria’s daughter Angelica explained that one of the City workers came by and told them they had a leak after reading the meters at the end of October. The bill arrived and was over $300.00. They had already begun working on the problem and after over a month and two plumbers later it is finally fixed. City Clerk McNorton noted they have already paid the averaged amount of $126.90 with the 20% and Decembers bill of $90.92. After a brief discussion, Ald. Johnson moved to approve averaging Maria Naranjo’s November water bill. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2017-482 for Ordinance No. 2017-492 regarding amending the 2017 Budget. The Mayor noted this will be voted on twice. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the first reading of Bill No. 2017-482 for Ordinance No. 2017-492 regarding amending the 2017 Budget. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2017-482 for Ordinance No. 2017-492 regarding amending the 2017 Budget. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the second reading of Bill No. 2017-482 for Ordinance No. 2017-492 regarding amending the 2017 Budget. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2017-483 for Ordinance No. 2017-493 regarding setting the 2018 Budget. The Mayor noted this will be voted on twice. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the first reading of Bill No. 2017-483 for Ordinance No. 2017-493 regarding setting the 2018 Budget. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed Bill No. 2017-483 for Ordinance No. 2017-493 regarding setting the 2018 Budget. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the second reading of Bill No. 2017-483 for Ordinance No. 2017-493 regarding setting the 2018 Budget. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed ordering the water bill cards in the amount of $875.00. Ald. Wilson moved to approve ordering water bills in the amount of $875.00. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Old Business: City Supervisor Brodie noted he has ordered the carport and put the down payment on it. It will be 4 to 6 weeks for it to come in.

New Business: City Clerk McNorton noted she had received Prosecuting Attorney Clerks training for February 5, 2018 in Columbia and feels she really needs to go. It is a one day class and costs $50.00. She noted she would need to spend the night as the class starts at 9:00 in the morning. The cost of the hotel is $94.00. Ald. Wilson moved to approve City Clerk McNorton going to the training class February 5, 2018 in Columbia. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Wilson move give all City employees a .50 cent an hour raise on January 1, 2018. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Citizens Business: None

Department head reports.

Joe David- Joe noted that Chief Drake wanted him to ask about a color copier/scanner/printer/fax machine that has two thirds of its life left from the Bella Vista Police Department, who donated a lot of stuff to the Goodman Police Department. The machine is in great shape and is much needed to print color photos for evidence and court. Joe explained he has had a lot of Federal cases lately and needs the photos in color. Chief Drake would like to purchase this machine from the Bella Vista Police Department for $300.00. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to put the item on the next agenda January 2, 2017.

Joe then asked the Board about annexing in the end of School St. to where it connects to Hwy. 59. It was explained that there is advertising, a public hearing for the citizens to discuss it and probably need to speak to county, as it is in the county as of right now. The discussion was tabled.

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- David noted the U.V. lights at the treatment plant have had some issues and he had to purchase new ballasts for them. There were some that were $224.00 each, but her found some for $129.00 and ordered three. David then noted he may need to get an electrician in and try to figure out what is going on as one person David spoke to said one or two others have been having problems with the same kind.

David then noted he had spoken with an engineer for the new Goodman Elementary and David would like to waive the building permit fee as the school being re-built is a benefit to the City and the City Building Inspector will not be doing the inspections. Ald. Johnson moved to approve waiving the building permit for the upcoming construction for the school. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson- Nothing to report

Karla McNorton- Clerk McNorton asked the Board if the Water Department would be shutting off water for non-payment on December 26, 2017. After a brief discussion, it was agreed there would be no shut offs for non-payment of water in December.

Mayor Richmond then thanked the City employees for all their hard work this past year.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $33,763.38 including transfers. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of $33,763.38 including transfers. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

Budget Meeting

Thursday December 14, 2017

The Board of Aldermen held a budget meeting on Monday December 14, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Ron Johnson and Alice Kezar. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Emergency Management Director Dennis Kolb and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present was Lois Kolb

The Mayor called the Meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. The Mayor noted Aid. Keith Kohiey and Calvin Wilson were not present.

Ald. Wilson present at 6:16 P.M.

The Board discussed the amendment to 2017 budget. After a brief discussion, the Board accepted the amended 2017 budget to be voted on December 19, 2017 during the regular council meeting.

The Board worked on the 2018 Budget.

The Board discussed the Christmas bonus for 2017. Ald. Wilson moved to approve a $50.00 bonus for each City employee, for a total of $750.00 Christmas bonus for 2017. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed meeting at 6:00 December 19, 2017 to verify the 2018 budget before voting.

Ald. Wilson moved to adjourn the budget meeting at 7:05 P.M. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Budget Meeting

Monday December 4, 2017

The Board of Aldermen held a budget meeting on Monday December 4, 2017 at 6:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, Ron Johnson and Alice Kezar. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Emergency Management Director Dennis Kolb, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present was Lois Kolb

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.

The Board worked on the 2018 Budget.

The Board set the next budget meeting for December 14, 2017 at 6:00 P.M.

The Board set an additional budget meeting for December 19, 2017 at 6:00 P.M.

Aid. Kohley moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:08 P.M. Aid. Kezar seconded. Aid. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday November 7

 

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, Ron Johnson and Alice Kezar. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Senior Officer Joe David, Reserve Officer Casey DeWitt and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Roger and Carol Coe, Charlotte Johnson, Tammie Davis, Kevin Keeney, John Bunch and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the Public Hearing minutes from October 17, 2017. It was noted by Ald. Johnson that Alice Kezar was shown present and she voted aye to adjourn the Public Hearing and she was not present. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the minutes from the Public Hearing held on October 17, 2017 with the noted corrections. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye and Ald. Kezar abstained.

The Board discussed the regular meeting minutes from October 17, 2017. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on October 17, 2017. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley and Wilson voted aye and Ald. Kezar abstained.

The Board discussed the fence at the Stay and Play Park. After a brief discussion, it was agreed to discuss repairing the fence during the budget meeting.

The Board discussed the carport replacement at the Ballpark. It was discussed the pad size of 12 by 40 foot and if the Board want gable ends and be reinforced and a roof of either regular, boxed Eave or vertical. The amount could cost up to $3500 to replace and it was noted we did receive insurance money from the tornado to replace it. It was agreed to discuss it further at the budget meeting.

The Board discussed the gazebo replacement on Main St. It was discussed the only place found so far that could replace the gazebo was Rocky Ridge out of Lamar. After a brief discussion, Ald. Wilson moved to put the gazebo out for bid with 8 sides and with an opening, bench all the way around, with treated and stained lumber and a metal roof with a decorative top. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the membership agreement for MO. Rural Services Corp. for $200.00. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the membership agreement for MO. Rural Services Corp. for $200.00. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the new contract with Joplin Humane Society. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the new contract with Joplin Humane Society. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Old Business: City Supervisor Brodie noted we received the message center from Amazon and sent it back as it did not include the mounting bracket. Amazon sent another one and it did not come with the mounting bracket either. It was discussed and agreed that David will need to build something to attach the message center onto before attaching to the building, because there is no other way to mount it to the outside of the building.

New Business: None

Citizens Business: John Bunch gave the Board a copy of a Public Drinking, Consumption and Possession Ordinance from another City and asked the Board to have City Attorney Duane Cooper look over it and see if it can be added to the City Ordinances as he has had an issue with it lately. The Mayor agreed to have City Attorney Cooper look over it and see if we can add it to the Ordinances.

Department head reports.

Curt Drake- Curt introduced Reserve Office Casey DeWitt to the Board.

 

Denis Kolb- Not present.

 

David Brodie- David informed the Board the pump in the well on School St. went out last Monday. Revis came and replaced the motor, which Revis believes lightning got it. We had the well back up and running by 5:30 P.M. Tuesday. It was turned it into the insurance and also that the removed motor was stolen. This happened sometime between 8:00 A.M. Tuesday and 3:30 P.M. Tuesday. City Clerk McNorton noted she has already turned in the Police Report to the insurance and we should know something next week.

 

David also discussed the sink at the Police Station. He noted he could get a pedestal sink from Lowes for around $58.00 or a wall mount sink from Amazon for around $75.00 before shipping. The Wall Mount sink is a little more expensive, but it is smaller and the bathroom is very small. The wall mount sink would work better in the space. David would like to purchase the wall mount sink from Amazon. Ald. Wilson moved to have David order the sink from Amazon. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

 

Meghan Sexson- Not present. City Clerk McNorton noted that 2017 statements are in and she has a check for $340.00 for postage. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the postage for the 2017 tax statements for $340.00. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

 

 

Karla McNorton- the Board discussed and agreed to set the budget meeting for December 4, 2017 at 7:00 P.M.

The Board discussed and agreed on November 28, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. for the Comprehensive Plan meeting.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $32,277.45 including transfers. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills in the amount of $32,277.45 including transfers. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday November 21, 2017

 

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 7:00 PM. Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, Ron Johnson and Alice Kezar. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Police Chief Curt Drake, Senior Officer Joe David, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson and City Clerk Karla McNorton. Also present were Roger and Carol Coe, Charlotte Johnson, Jared Mackall, Sandra Pogue, Elizabeth Pogue, Melody Pogue, Jessen Pogue, Lilijean Igisomar, Tracy Igisomar, Sizue Igisomar, Chasulen Igisomar, Caitlyn Igisomar, Leland Igisomar, Traevon Igisomar, Eliana Igisomar, Rebauliman Igisomar, Shirly Igisomar, Shirayne Igisomar, Ed Tuomala and Sally Carroll from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the regular meeting minutes from November 7, 2017. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on November 7, 2017. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Tracy Igisomar for Officer Appreciation during the tornado on April 4, 2017. Tracy read a letter about how her and her family was trapped in a vehicle because of the tornado and how grateful she and the whole Igisomar family are for the Goodman Police Department helping them get out of the vehicle and taking them to safety. The Igisomar family thanked the Goodman Police Department for keeping the community safe and presented the department with a gift basket to show their appreciation.

Officer Joe David thanked everyone who came out.

Ed Tuomala then thanked everyone who helped him be able to rebuild after the tornado. His new house is so wonderful.

The Mayor acknowledged Marshal Long from the Betterment Club. Marshall explained this year’s Christmas Parade will be held on December 9, 2017 at 1:00PM. Sign-ups for the parade will be at the old bus barn and Santa will be on the cement pad of the old fire station on Main St. Marshall also noted the Grand Marshall will be Larry Newton and the Neosho Band has accepted the invitation to play during the parade. Mayor Richmond also noted the Betterment Club could use the P.A. System for the Christmas Parade. Marshall Long asked the Board to donate $200.00 to the Betterment Club for Candy. Ald. Kohley moved to approve donating $200.00 for candy for the Christmas parade. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed setting the Candidate Filing Dates for the April 3, 2018 election. City Clerk McNorton noted she had given the Board an Election calendar in their packet and the Board needs to vote to set the candidate filing. Ald. Wilson moved to set the Election candidate filing dates for December 12, 2017 through January 16, 2017. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Old Business: City Clerk McNorton noted that the budget meeting was set for December 4, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. McNorton asked if the time could be moved from 7:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. after a brief discussion, it was agreed to change the time to 6:00 P.M.

New Business: Linda Sharp asked the Board about approving a double wide being put in at 219 E. Garner. Linda showed the Board pictures of the double wide. Mayor Richmond did note the variance amount would need to be paid. Ald. Kezar moved to approve a double wide being put in at 219 E. Garner. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Citizens Business: Sandra Pogue asked the Board if they have ever considered a community garden. She explained you could put in a community garden and you could set up a greenhouse and you could also have a fish pond and the waste from the fish is what is used to fertilize the plants. You can use solar panels for heat and have a battery backup. You could get fish from it as well. A lot of the items needed are things most people throw away that could be used to build the garden. There will need to be heat in the winter and red and blue lights would be needed.

Department head reports

Curt Drake- the Expedition power steering pump is going out. Goodman Tire and Auto can replace it for $400.00. Smith Auto Group is the one who replaced it last time and Curt is hoping he can get them to replace it at no cost.

Denis Kolb- Nothing to report

David Brodie- The ballpark lights are being replaced and Fagan Electric should be finished by Tuesday. David also mentioned setting a date for a one time light setting with Heath or Clyde.

David also mentioned the carport for the ballpark is actually 20×41 not 20×40. With 8 feet side walls, gable ends and will have extra bracing on each leg will be $3415.00 and will need 10% down. It will take 8 to 10 weeks before being installed. Ald. Wilson moved to order the 20×41 carport for $3415.00 from Carolina Carport. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson- Tax Collector Sexson noted the Board received the October report. She also noted the 2017 tax statements have been sent and she has already received some payments.

Karla McNorton- City Clerk McNorton noted that the next Comprehensive Plan Meeting is set for November 28, 2017 at 7:00 P.M.

She then noted that Dana Cornwell went to Court training last Thursday and Friday in Ozark Mo.

Karla also noted that City Hall with be closed November 23 and 24, 2017 in observance of Thanksgiving.

The Board discussed the bills in the amount of $40,716.98 including transfers. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills in the amount of $40,716.98 including transfers. Ald. Johnson seconded. Ald. Johnson, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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