Minutes-August 18, 2015

August 18, 2015

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night August 18, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Chief of Police Curt Drake, Officer Adam Miller and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Lois Kolb and Rita Greene from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on August 4, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on August 4, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Wilson, Coe, Kezar and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

There were no citizens’ comments.

The Board discussed the following old business:

                               1. The Board discussed the repairs at the City Park on Barlow St. The Board discussed who to order the carport from. David suggested Jerry Reardon, who has a business right in Goodman. He noted that the Betterment Club purchased the one they had put up in the ballpark from him. The Board discussed whether or not to put gable ends on it. Ald. Wilson stated he thought they would make it sturdier. Ald. Wilson moved to allow David to order a carport from Jerry Reardon for approximately $1385.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

        Ald. Wilson moved to purchase a table for approximately $800.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.   

                               2. The Board discussed the bids for the bathroom repairs at the ballpark. The Mayor read the bids, which were as follows: Otten Plumbing’s bid was $605.00 and Morgan’s Backhoe and Excavating bid was $800.00.  Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bid from Otten Plumbing for $605.00.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.     

The Department heads gave the following reports:

Curt Drake- Noted that it was the time of year to apply for the Public Safety Law Enforcement Grant. He said he would like to purchase two body cameras from digital alley, in car repeaters, two Tasers and two gun racks for a total of $11,300.00. He stated that if the grant is approved the Department of Public Safety now pays the complete $10,000.00. The City is not required to put up a match as they had in the past. He said the Board had approved a capital addition of $2,000.00 so the overage of $1,300.00 could come from that budgeted amount. He also noted that he has the new Police Officers policies completed however he will need to add a section on the use of Tasers. He noted that he had written up the policies using the Joplin Police Departments policies. He told the Board that as soon as he completes the grant application and the policies he would bring them to the Board for approval.

               -He was asked if he had looked into replacing the Ford Expedition. He said he has talked to Smith Auto Group about state contracts for new police vehicles. Ald. Kohley suggested he used Capital in Jefferson City, where the city truck was purchased. Curt said he would like to see the Board purchase the vehicle from a dealer in the county if they could get a comparative price.

Ald. Kohley asked if Curt had purchased the ammunition he had asked the Board about at a previous meeting. Curt stated he was working with the owner of Ozark Ordinance to order the ammunition.

Denis Kolb-  stated he had nothing, but Keith told the Board that he would like to remind them that it is important for all of them to receive training through the National Incident Management System. The Clerk noted that she understood Keith Estes the Goodman Fire Districts Fire Chief that he was trying to get training set up and that it might be possible for the Board to attend. 

David Brodie- noted that he has a pump down in the treatment plant. He has Fluid Equipment out of Kansas City helping him get the parts. He noted that the parts are very expensive and that he has two pumps. He stated that the one is working now, but he needs to get the other one repaired. He also noted that a representative from Missouri Rural Water Association was at the plant today. He stated that they are still having a problem with the DO being low and they are still working on what is why. He also noted that David Sarratt had sprayed for Mosquitoes and he asked when the Board wanted them to spray again. The Board agreed for it to be done on Monday.

Paula Brodie –Noted the Board received a 6 month budget comparison in their packets.                             – also reported that she would be taking a Webinar in regards to Senate Bill 5 which includes numerous changes to the management and accounting of the Municipal Courts in Missouri. 

David stated that the Tax collectors new computer had been installed and he asked if it would be OK for Michael to clean out her old computer, install Window 7 in it for his use at the Treatment Plant. He stated that Michael had given them a quote of $150.00. Ald. Kohley moved to approve Michael Keels getting the computer ready to be installed at the treatment plant.  Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley noted that it was time to start thinking about setting up a date for the City’s employees and Boards annual Barb-b-que.

The Mayor noted that he will be attending the first Mayors meeting on Thursday night at the 911 center.

                                        

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $52,089.80.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $52,089.80.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Coe, Wilson and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

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

Agenda-Tax Levy Public Hearing August 18, 2015

AGENDA

      PUBLIC HEARING

    Tuesday August 18, 2015 AT

6:50 PM at the Goodman City Hall

to set the 2015 Tax Levy at $0.6525

1. Call the meeting to order.

2. Note that the meeting is being held to hear public input regarding the setting of the 2015 tax levy at $0.6525 per $100.00 valuation on Real Estate and Personal Property.

3. Citizens input.

4. Vote on Bill # 2015-462 for Ordinance #2015-472 twice setting the 2015 tax levy at $0.6525. (Note that the ordinance needs to be voted on twice as it has to be approved before September 1st).

4. Vote to adjourn the Public Hearing on the 2015 Tax Levy.

 

Agenda-August 18, 2015

AGENDA

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday August 18, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the

Goodman City Hall

1.    Call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2.    Discuss and approve the minutes from the regular meeting on August 4, 2015.

3.    Citizens comments.

4.    Discuss any old business:

                               1. Discuss repairs at the City Park on Barlow St.

                               2. Discuss and vote on quotes for ball park plumbing repairs.

5.     Discuss any new business:      

6.     Department head reports:

Curt Drake-

Denis Kolb- . 

David Brodie-

Paula Brodie – Note the Board received the 6 month budget comparison in their packets.

7.   Discuss and vote on the bills including transfers in the amount of $52,089.80.

8.   Adjourn the meeting. 

Agenda-August 4, 2015

AGENDA

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday August 4, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the

Goodman City Hall

1.    Call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2.    Discuss and approve the minutes from the regular meeting on July 21, 2015.

3.    Discuss request to average Ashton Myott-Mclean’s water bill. 

4.    Citizens comments.

5.    Discuss any old business:

                               1. Discuss repairs at the City Park on Barlow St.

                               2. Discuss and voted on quotes for ball park pluming repairs.

6.     Discuss any new business:

                               1. Set public hearing for tax levy on August 18, 2015 at 6:50PM. The Tax levy will be 0.6525 per $100.00 assessed valuation.

                               2. Discuss the need for a new hard drive and monitor for the tax collector. Keels quote is $945.00.

7.     Department head reports:

Curt Drake-

Denis Kolb- . 

David Brodie-

Paula Brodie – Note legislative updates and information on Municipal Court rule changes.                                          

8.   Discuss and vote on the bills including transfers in the amount of $12,946.62.

9.   Adjourn the meeting. 

 

 

Minutes-July 7, 2015

July 7, 2015, 2015

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night July 7, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Chief Curt Drake, Officet Adam Miller, Recreation Board Director Heith Lewis and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Rita Gortney, Jim McCullum, Meghan Sexson, Susan Sexson, Clay Sexson, Lois Kolb, Carol Coe, Carlton Lewis, Clyde Black, Colleen Tarpy, Marlet and Phyllis Howard and Rita Greene from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on June 16, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on June 16, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Rena Gortney and Heith Lewis. Ms. Gortney stated that there was no shade at the ballpark and she thought it would be nice to have some trees planted for shade. She said that she could get the trees donated and that some of the parents would volunteer to plant them. Heith stated that she had asked him and he suggested talking with the Board first. He said that he would recommend 4 to 6 trees be planted along the lane to the West of the fields. The Board discussed what kind of trees and Rena said she would see what kind she could get donated, David Brodie asked if it was possible not to plant maples. He noted that the roots grow above ground and are hard to mow under. He suggested pin oaks since their roots stayed underground and grew fast.

Heith reminded the Board that they had agreed to help pay for someone to run the concession stand if there were not enough proceeds to pay them. He stated that he had been able to pay them however it had depleted the Recreation Departments checking account. He asked if the Board would be willing to reimburse the Recreation Board $375.00 Ald. Wilson moved to approve giving the Recreation Department $375.00. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the open Tax Collectors position. The Mayor noted that the Board had received a letter of interest from Meghan Sexson. Megan Sexson was present to discuss the position. She noted that she had met with Dawn Bunch and that she and Dawn had gone over what the job entailed. She stated that she knew the computer programs that the City used and felt she could do the job. The Mayor informed her that if she got the position it would be an appointed position until April of 2016, when it would be up for a one year term during the municipal elections in April. He also stated that it would then revert back to a two year term. Ald. Kezar moved to appoint Meghan Sexson as tax Collector.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Coe, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following new business:

                               1. The Mayor noted that there had been damage done at the City Park next to City Hall. The Clerk noted that it was being handled by the Goodman Municipal Court and that the case had been continued to August 4, 2015. She noted that estimates for repairs where estimated at $2500.00. The Mayor asked if the Board would like to place a discussion in  regards to the repairs needed on the next agenda. The Board agreed that they would discuss the situation, look at estimates and see if they wanted to go ahead and schedule the repairs, with reimbursements being paid later.

                               2. The Mayor noted that the Board had received the Energy Assessment reports completed by the Missouri Rural Water Association. Ald. Wilson stated that the report was very interesting.

                               3. The Mayor noted that the base radio in the front office had quit working. It was noted that Jim Morgan had lent the City a replacement radio. The Board agreed that they would look at estimates for a new one at the next Board Meeting.

                               4. The Mayor stated that the agenda reflected that the Goodman Full Gospel Church is going to use the ballpark Park on Wed. night July 14th. The Clerk stated that their plans  where to hold Wednesday Night service at the park and do signups for vacation bible school.

                               It was noted that Harvey Reed‘s house at 128 E. Splitlog had a leak that was discovered during the reading of the meters. Mr. Reed has been in Mississippi and did not know it had leaked. He asked for his water/sewer bill to be averaged and had stated that he had hired a plumber to fix the leak.  Ald. Wilson moved to average his water and sewer bill.Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Jim McCollum. Mr. McCollum stated that he was concerned about the riff/raff that hang out at the ballpark. He also stated he was very concerned about the park being rented out. He noted that over the 4th of July weekend that park had been rented out for a baseball tournament. He stated that the games went on until after 3:00AM and that the ball field lights were on all night. He also stated that there were a lot of fireworks, bottle rockets and such shot off on Friday and Saturday. The Mayor stated that the Board had approved the ball tournament. He said that the Board had understood that the games where only to be on Saturday and would be the playoff games only. He stated that he understood that they had gotten rained out in Joplin and so they came down to Goodman earlier than expected. The Mayor stated that no one approved or disapproved the fireworks to be shot off in the park. Chief Curt Drake stated that the organization itself had tried to get them to stop but could not get the participants to quit. He noted that the organizers of the games had stated that the fireworks had caused problems with the games and the surrounding area. The Mayor stated he would not be adverse to keep people from shooting off fireworks in the ball park, but it would have to be put on the agenda and also the City Code would have to be changed.

The Mayor stated that there had been a larger group then the Board had expected and that it was held on the 4th of July had added to the bad situation.

The Mayor acknowledged Ms. Phyllis Howard. She asked if there was a curfew for the use of the ballpark lights. She stated that the lights had been on all night. She also said that there was a lot of debris and balls in her yard. She stated that there had been people in her yard several times. She said it had been very unsettling.  

David stated he felt that this past weekend was a learning experience. He stated that he felt that the Organization that sponsored the ball tournament should have provided their own security and rented port-a-johns. He noted that the people who organized the event were unable to control the situation.

Mr. Clyde Black suggested purchasing a motion camera with cover for around $200.00. He said that way the Board would have proof of what went on.

Heith asked if there was a curfew for the lights. He understood that the lights were supposed to be off at 11:00 PM. The Board agreed that they should be off no later than 11:00 PM.

Mrs. Howard asked if it was true that the ballpark was going to rented out by the same people in August. The Mayor stated that it was going to be rented out by the Rehobson family for an Annual event they hold in memory of Kernel Rehobson. He stated that it was usually more family and people from this area. He asked the Clerk to contact a representative from the Rehobson family and request them to be at the next Board meeting. He said that the Board would pass on the conversation from tonight’s meeting and get more specific information prior to selling the permit to rent the ballpark for the August weekend. The Board agreed that they would like to visit with them prior to approving the rental of the park.

Heith stated that he wanted to complement David Brodie and David Sarratt for their work around the ballpark this year. He said that their help was very much appreciated.

Ald. Kohley asked about cleaning up brush around town especially on the corner of Douglas and Whited. David said they would try to get to it as soon as they can.

The Department heads gave the following reports:

Curt Drake-Stated that Adam Miller had completed his 90 day probation. He asked the Board to approve his completing his probationary period and move him to Officer and give him his promised raise of $.50 cents an hour. Ald. Wilson moved to remove him from probation to full time, with a $.50 cent an hour raise. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

Curt asked the Board to allow him to order two Stream Light flashlights at the cost of $165.00 apiece. He stated that the lights are like what they had had in the past however this are halogen bulbs and guaranteed to work longer. He noted that he would like to aske for three so that one could stay at the police department and traded out with the ones from the cars when they need charged. Ald. Kohley asked for some printed information and prices to be presented to the Board at the next meeting. The Board agreed to place the request on the next agenda.

Denis Kolb- had nothing to report.

David Brodie- reported that the toilets in the restrooms at the ball park need to be repaired or replaced. He stated that it was not because of the past weekend event. He noted that they had been repaired and reworked over and over and needed to be reworked from the floor up. He suggested hiring someone to do the job.  David noted that there were several contractors who had City License’s and he asked the Boards permission to contact some of them to give the Board a quote on the repairs. The Board agreed to have David ask for bills for the repairs. David noted that he has been using both blowers at the treatment plant since it had gotten hot. He stated he was still trying to figure out why the change from needing one blower to two. He also noted that he was still researching prices for a replacement pump and would try to get that information to the Board by the next meeting.

Ald. Kohley asked David to spray for mosquitoes again. David said as soon as it quit raining and David Sarratt gets back from vacation they would spray.

Paula Brodie – Note that the City Wide Sale is August 1 and signups are being taken now.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $18,239.12.  Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $18239.12.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

 

Agenda- July 21, 2015

AGENDA

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday July 21, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the

Goodman City Hall

1.    Call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2.    Discuss and approve the minutes from the regular meeting on July 7, 2015.

3.    Acknowledge Liwihner Rehobson to discuss the future rental of the ballpark. Discuss the use of lights, the curfew on the use of lights and the ballpark, the renting of port a johns, use of alcohol and the hiring of extra event security.  

4.    Citizens comments.

5.    Discuss any old business:

                               1. Discuss repairs at the City Park on Barlow St. Does the Board want to go ahead and do the repairs, with reimbursements coming from the Court?

                               2. Discuss the estimates to purchase a new radio for City Hall.

6.     Discuss any new business:

                               1. Discuss the need to approve $150.00 for change for the tax collector.

                               2. Discuss sending Karla to future City Clerk classes and monthly meetings.

                              

7.     Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Discuss flashlight estimates.

Denis Kolb- . 

David Brodie- Discuss estimates for the replacement pump, update on bathroom repairs.

Paula Brodie – Note that the City Wide Sale is August 1 and signups are being taken now.

    8.   Discuss and vote on the bills including transfers in the amount of      $36,311.42.

9.   Adjourn the meeting. 

Agenda-July 7, 2015

AGENDA

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday July 7, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the

Goodman City Hall

1.    Call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2.    Discuss and approve the minutes from the regular meeting on June 16, 2015.

3.    Acknowledge Rena Gortney and Heith Lewis.

4.    Discuss filling the Tax Collectors position. The Board has received a letter of interest from Megan Sexson.

5.   Discuss any old business:

                               1.

6.     Discuss any new business:

                               1. Discuss the repairs to the City Park.

                               2. Note the Energy Assessment reports by the Missouri Rural Water Association.

                               3. Note that the radio has gone out in the front office. Jim Morgan has leant the City a radio. Discuss purchasing a new one.

                               4. Note that the Goodman Full Gospel Church is using the Ball Park on Wed. night July 15th.                  

7.     Department head reports:

Curt Drake-

Denis Kolb- . 

David Brodie-

Paula Brodie – Note that the City Wide Sale is August 1 and signups are being taken now.

8.   Discuss and vote on the bills including transfers in the amount of $18,239.12.

9.   Adjourn the meeting. 

Minutes-June 16, 2015

June 16, 2015, 2015

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night June 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Alice Kezar, Keith Kohley and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Lois Kolb, Leslie Franks, Freddie Prath, Lester Kramburg and Rita Greene from the McDonald County Press.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on June 2, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on June 2, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson, Kezar and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Lester Kramburg to discuss the Don Kramburg Properties. The Mayor stated that there were 3 different properties and the Board was concerned about when the properties would be cleaned up. He stated that the one trailer hasn’t had someone living in it for the last 25 years. Ald. Wilson stated that the main concern of the Board was the brush and junk like a washer and dryer and other things lying around. Ms. Franks stated that they had been working on the one trailer and showed the Board some pictures of the work. Ald. Wilson stated that the concern was not that the houses were empty but that the lots needed to be cleaned up.

The Mayor stated that it wasn’t fair to the neighbors not to keep it up and mowed. Ms. Franks stated that her Uncle’s intention were to clean up the lots and get the houses repaired. The Mayor asked if the Board wanted to set a date for them to come back to another Board meeting. Ald. Wilson stated that the Board could give them 90 days and that as long as there was a marked improvement they would continue to give them more time.

The Mayor acknowledged Nick Myers, the City’s Auditor to give the 2014 Audit report. Nick stated that the Audit is in draft form because they needed the Attorneys letter to produce the final product. He said that he had just received it today. He went over the Audit explaining the different spread sheets and forms. He noted that the City’s assets are higher than expenses. He stated that the overall audit reflected that the City is in good shape; however he wanted the Board to realize that they were not bringing in enough funds in the water and sewer department for future repairs or new equipment. He stated that when the time came that the City would need to replace or do major repairs to the wells or treatment plant there would not be enough funds to complete the work. He stated that the Board should be aware that the grant funding from the State and the Federal Government is never guaranteed and that they should be making provisions to put aside enough funding to help with the costs. It was noted that the Board had increased the water/sewer bills by $.50 cents last year and had also increased the rates $1.00 for both the water and sewer bills in February of this year. Mr. Myers stated that after completing the 2015 audit next year they will be able to compare and see if the Board was collecting enough for major repairs and replacements. He stated his recommendations for this year were to always look for ways to segregate duties which safeguard the city from any chance of fraud or mismanagement of funds and remove assets that were disposed of the asset list. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the audit report on the provision of the final report. Ald. Kezar seconded.  Ald. Kezar, Coe, Wilson and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed filling the Tax Collectors position. It was noted that no one had signed up yet. The Clerk noted that she and Karla and been maintaining the deposits and sending out letters to the 3 year delinquent people informing them about the Tax Sale date and that they will have to pay at the City Hall as the McDonald County Clerk continues to refuse to help the city in regards to the tax sales.

There was no The Board discussed the following old business:

The Board discussed any new business:

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- Noted that the PTO had thanked Adam for helping out with the fun run. He noted that the power steering on the Expedition had been repaired but now it needs to be aligned. He stated that the air conditioning pump is going out. He stated that Smith Auto group would fix the power steering for $375.00 and align the car for $70.00 or $80.00 dollars. Ald. Kohley moved to approve up to $500.00 for the needed repairs. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley, Wilson and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays. Curt noted that he was going to get a new thermostat for the PD.

Denis Kolb- Keith Kohley reported on tropical storm Bill and how it could affect this area.

David Brodie- reported that one of the pumps at the treatment plant is not fixable. He stated that he had been checking on prices for a replacement.  He said it was one of the original pumps from when the treatment plant was built and had been repaired 3 times. He stated that he would like to order another one because his standby pump was now being used. He reported that he and David had mowed 4 properties that had not been mowed this year. He also noted that the summer ball tournament will start on the 19th. He said that David Sarratt will spray for mosquitos for the tournament. Ald. Wilson asked why the Board did not go ahead and give David permission to purchase a pump giving him an amount of $4,500.00.Ald Wilson moved to allow David an allotment of $4500.00 for a pump. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

Paula W Brodie- asked if the Board wanted to observe the 4th of July on Friday the 3rd of July. She stated that most of the governmental offices were celebrating on Friday. The Board agreed that it was fine with them.          

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $43,415.04.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $43,415.04.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Wilson, Coe, Kezar and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

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

Minutes- June 2, 2015

June 2, 2015

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night June 2, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley, Alice Kezar and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Tax Collector Dawn Bunch, Officer Adam Miller and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Carol Coe, Leann Cooper, Vickie Fields, Leslie Franks, Cheyanne and Shawn Adams, Lois Kolb and Rita Greene from the McDonald County News.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on May 19, 2015.  Ald. Kezar moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on May 19, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar and Coe voted aye with Ald. Wilson abstaining.

The Mayor acknowledged Fred Sexson to discuss averaging his June water Bill. Mr. Sexson stated he had not realized he had a leak until he was left a leak notice on his door, since receiving it he had found the leak and repaired it.  He asked the Board to average his bill. Ald. Kohley moved to approve averaging Mr. Sexson’s water bill at $88.58. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson, Kezar and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Leslie Franks to discuss the Don Kramburg Properties. Ms. Franks noted that they had done a lot or repair to the one trailer, however the estimation to complete the repairs was around $25,000.00. She noted that Don Kramburg’s siblings are the actual heirs of his estate. She said they would keep up the yard and stuff, but she was not sure what their intentions were on completing the repairs to the trailer.

Ald. Wilson asked about the old trailer on Russell Street. He stated that the board was concerned about that trailer too. He said that they felt that trailer was beyond repair and needed to be removed from the property. Ms. Franks stated that she thought her grandmother intended to repair it also. Ms. Franks stated that she would get with her great uncle and grandmother to see what their plans are. She said her grandmother is looking into getting a new mower. The Board agreed that since Mr. Kramburg’s siblings are the heirs they should be talking with them not Ms. Franks. The Board asked the Clerk to send Lester Kramburg a letter asking him to attend the next meeting.

The Mayor stated that Mr. Reardon was not present to discuss the water bill at the car lot.

The Mayor acknowledged Shawn Adams who was present to ask the Board to average their water bill. He stated that he had repaired the leak and would like to know if the Board would average their bill. Ald. Kohley moved to approve averaging their water bill at $124.51.  Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed filling the Tax Collectors position. The Mayor noted that no one has applied. He suggested keeping the information on the City’s web site and discussing it at the next meeting.

The Board acknowledged Brook Henson who was present to ask the Board to agree to extend the existing contract with him. The Board has renewed his contract in the past for a three year period. He stated that there would be no changes to the cost of $9.50 for each residential pickup. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the Mayors signing a new three year contract with Henson Trash Service.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following old business:

                               1. It was noted that the City’s Facebook page is up and running. The address is Facebook.com/goodmanmo. It was noted that there is a link to the Facebook page on the City’s web page www.goodmanmo.net.

The Board discussed the following new business:

                                    1.  The Mayor acknowledged Leann Cooper who voiced a concern about when there were no City of Goodman police officers on duty. She said she knew that you could still contact 911 and they would send out a McDonald County officer; however she understood that those officers could not enforce city ordinances, like dogs running at large, violations on the fireworks ordinance, etc. She asked the Board if there was anything they could do to make it so the county officers could respond to city ordinances.  Chief Drake stated that the County Officers could issue violations for peace disturbance, however the County Officers have a huge area to cover and they are going to prioritize the calls received by 911.  He stated that they do that for County calls too. Ms. Cooper said that she had a message left on her phone from 911 that said the county officers would not be able to do anything for her. She suggested that they be instructed to explain why they can’t do anything about enforcing City Ordinances. Chief Drake stated that they are very limited in resources as the City is. He said that dogs barking, fireworks etc. do not have precedence over graver violations. Curt stated that he did really appreciate all that the County does, and he had asked for them to at least take a complaint or explain that they can file a complaint with the City Hall. The Mayor stated that it would have been nice if 911 had explained better. Chief Drake stated that the Sheriff had said he would ask his guys to explain why they can’t respond to take complaints and make the suggestion that the person file a complaint through City Hall or wait for the Goodman Officers to be back on duty.

                             Ms. Cooper also stated that she had a concern about the places in town that seem to have a lot of traffic and wondered if they could be drug related and was anything being done about it. Chief Drake stated that there is only one officer at this time in the drug task force. He said that there have been talks lately about combining the drug task force teams with other counties.  Ms. Cooper said that she is very concerned with the drugs in the community and has wondered why the County is not working drug enforcement. Chief Drake stated that when the drug task force is reorganized he felt that they will be able to accomplish more.

Ald. Wilson stated that even though the officers might know who the drug dealers are, they have their facts and evidence in order or it gets dropped by the Judicial Branch.

The Department heads gave the following reports:

Curt Drake- reported that the Crown Vic is out of service because of the power steering and now the Expedition is having trouble with the power steering. He stated that Clint Walker has said he could fix the Expedition with parts and labor costing $788.66. He asked if the Board would approve the cost. He also noted that Clint thought that the Crown Vic could be fixed for around $200.00.

Ald. Wilson moved to approve getting the Expedition repaired for $788.66 for parts and labor Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.  The Board agreed to let the Mayor approve the $200.00 to fix the Crown Vic.

Denis Kolb- stated that he appreciated Adam Miller, David and Paula for helping with the assessment of flooding during the last rains.

David Brodie- was not present due to illness, however copies of the annual CCR report were placed in the Boards packets.

Paula Brodie – noted that she had placed in the Boards packets information from her last City Clerk’s meeting, information from the Missouri Legislative wrap-up and the latest Newsletter from MOPERM.

                     – she noted that she had received the McDonald County Chamber of Commerce bill in the amount of $180.00. She asked if the Board wanted to join again this year. The Mayor stated that being a member does link the City with the County, which he thought was a good thing. Ald. Kohley moved to approve joining the Chamber again this year. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Wilson, Kohley, Kezar and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $17,104.34.  Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $17,104.34.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kezar, Coe, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

Agenda June 16, 2015

AGENDA

COUNCIL MEETING

Tuesday June 16, 2015 at 7:00 PM at the

Goodman City Hall

 1.    Call the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

2.    Discuss and approve the minutes from the regular meeting on June 2, 2015.

3.    Acknowledge Lester Kramburg to discuss the Don Kramburg Properties.

4.    Acknowledge Nick Myers to give the 2014 Audit report.

5.    Discuss filling the Tax Collectors position.

6.   Discuss any old business:

                               1.

7.     Discuss any new business:

8.     Department head reports:

Curt Drake-

Denis Kolb- . 

David Brodie-

Paula Brodie –                                          

9.   Discuss and vote on the bills including transfers in the amount of $43,415.04.

10.   Adjourn the meeting.