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The Board of Aldermen did not hold a meeting today January 19th, 2016 due to inclement (ice) weather. The meeting was cancelled.

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night December 15, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Kohley and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Lois Kolb and Rita Greene from the McDonald County Press. The Mayor noted that Ald. Kezar had called and was running late.

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

The Board discussed the minutes for the special budget meeting on November 30, 2015. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the special budget meeting on November 30, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on December 1, 20115.  Ald. Kohley stated that on the third paragraph on page two he was quoted as saying that whoever files for candidacy must not be delinquent in any taxes. He said he asked that in the form of a question. The Clerk stated she could change the wording to read Ald. Kohley asked if whoever files for candidacy must not be delinquent in any taxes. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes with the so stated correction. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Bud Terrell regarding his double wide on E. Garner. Mr. Terrell stated that he was perplexed with his renter in the first trailer. He said he had told him that he had to get all of the stuff picked up and stored. He said that his renter had rented a storage building from him to put his stuff in. He also noted that he had poured a concrete pad for his renter to put a building on; however it had not been done yet.

The Mayor stated that the neighbors had complained to him about his renter and all of the stuff that is piled on the slab that he poured to build a building. Mr. Terrell guaranteed the Board that his renter is supposed to get it cleaned up in the next few weeks. He said they will either get the building built or he will make sure that all of the stuff is hauled off.

Mr. Terrell then addressed the problem with his second trailer. He said that they had installed the first half and was setting the second half when they realized that the slab was poured crooked. He stated that David had come by and told them that they would have to straighten up the trailer, but since they were already setting it up they went ahead and installed it crooked.

The Mayor stated that the crooked trailer did bother him because he liked things straight. He noted that one end is 56’ from the street and the other end is 63’ feet from the street.

Mr. Terrell said that they could probably shift it if the Board wanted him to. He didn’t know what it would cost but that he would call Eddie Stout to see what it would cost to shift the house. Ald. Wilson said if he could get it moved about 4’, which would make it look better and it would be set on the existing pad.  Mr. Terrell stated that he would be willing to do it if Eddie Stout said he could swing it at least 4’. The Board agreed that he only had to move it 4’. He said if would not cost a great deal he would go ahead and have it moved. The Board agreed that if Mr. Terrell gets the house moved the 4’ the house can be able to connect to the City water/sewer service.

The Board discussed the 2016 Budget. The Mayor read Bill # 2015-463 for Ordinance # 2015-473 for the first reading. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the first reading of Bill# 2015-463 for Ordinance# 2015-473 setting the 2016 City Budget.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

It was noted by the Mayor that the ordinance must be voted on twice as it has to be in place before January 1, 1016.

The Mayor read Bill# 2015-463 for Ordinance# 2015-473 by title only for the second reading setting the 2016 City Budget.  Ald. Kohley moved to approve the second reading of Bill# 2015-463 for Ordinance # 2015-473. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Wilson, Coe and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor read the first reading of Bill # 2015-464 for Ordinance # 2015-474. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the first reading of Bill # 2015-464 for Ordinance #2015-474 placing a ½ of 1% sales tax for transportation purposes on the April 2016 ballot. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor read by title only the first reading of Bill # 2015-465 for Ordinance# 2015-475 increasing the minimum water rate by $1.00.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the first reading of Bill # 2015-465 for Ordinance #2015-475 increasing the minimum water rate by $1.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Wilson, Kohley and Coe voted aye with 0 nays. The Mayor noted that the second reading will take place during the Board meeting on January 5, 2015. The Clerk noted that the increase will be added to the February water billing.

The Mayor read by title only the first reading of Bill # 2015-466 for Ordinance# 2015-476 increasing the minimum sewer water rate by $1.00.  Ald. Kohley moved to approve the first reading of Bill # 2015-466 for Ordinance #2015-476 increasing the minimum sewer rate by $1.00. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kohley. Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays. The Mayor noted that the second reading will take place during the Board meeting on January 5, 2015. The Clerk noted that the increase will be added to the February water billing.

The Mayor read by title only the first reading of Bill # 2015-467 for Ordinance# 2015-477 increasing the minimum commercial water rate by $1.00.  Ald. Kohley moved to approve the first reading of Bill # 2015-467 for Ordinance #2015-477 increasing the Commercial water rate by $1.00. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays. The Mayor noted that the second reading will take place during the Board meeting on January 5, 2015. The Clerk noted that the increase will be added to the February water billing.

Ald. Kezar joined the meeting at 7:25PM.

The Board discussed renewing the contract with Nick Myers CPA for the 2015 Audit. Mr. Myers has been the city auditor for over 20 years and is very through. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the contract with Nick Myers, CPA to prepare the 2015 City Audit. It was noted that the contract was increased by $530.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson, Coe and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed having General Code update the City Code with the 2015 legislative changes for   $795.00. Used to be Sullivan publications Ald. Wilson moved to approve the having General Code update the City’s Code book at the cost of $795.00. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kezar, Coe, Wilson and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed a list of final water/sewer bills from 2007-2011 in the amount of $4,569.11 that needs to be abated because they are not collectible. Ald. Wilson moved to approve abating the bills in the amount of $4,569.11.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following old business: Noted the carport was supposed to be here today. David is to contact them in the morning to find out where it is at.

The Board discussed the following new business:  Note that Crystal Vaughan wanted to know if the Board would be willing to average her water/sewer bill because she had a leak. David stated that the toilet was leaking, he had talked with them about it and they had repaired the leak. Ald. Wilson moved to approve averaging her water bill/sewer bill from $101.38 to $73.39. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Wilson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

Meghan Sexson stated that she had a request for her mother in law. She wanted to know if there was anything that could be done about Adam Harpers two dogs. One of his dogs is tied to a trailer and can’t get off it to get on the ground. The other dog is a big dog in a little pen. Ald. Wilson stated that the place was really getting junky and needs to be cleaned up. John Wynn stated that Jeff “  “  who worked for the humane society in this area could be asked to come look into the situation. The Mayor suggested our officer just go buy and visit with Adam Harper about the concerns of the neighbors and see if he will take care of it before reporting him.

John Wynn told the Board that Michelle Wilson would like to be a reserve officer for the City. She has worked for the school as a teacher and she is a certified police officer. The Board agreed that she needs to turn in her application, and then the Board will look over it and decide at the next board meeting. Ald. Coe asked for her to come to the next board meeting. He said he would tell her. The Board agreed to table until January 5, 2016.

Ald. Kohley asked if there was some training regarding the situations happening in the State of Missouri regarding numerous cell phones being purchased at Walmart’s and pipe bombs found in the Mark Twain National forest.                                    

Department head reports:

Curt Drake- was not present. John Wynn asked if the Board would allow putting on reserves to help cover while Curt is off work due to a knee injury. The Board discussed allowing the reserves to put in some time at $10.00 an hour. The Board agreed for Officer Wynn and Chief Drake to ask the reserves to work some hours. Curt will be off of at least two to three weeks.

Denis Kolb- said he gave the Mayor information about the electrical grids.

Meghan Sexson- didn’t have anything to report but reminded people to get their real and personnel property taxes paid.

David Brodie-noted that the Treatment Plant roof is leaking worse than he originally thought junk. He said it has to be replaced. The Board discussed whether or not to put on a metal roof or replace the rubber membrane with a new rubber membrane roof.  The Mayor said that in the past they had talked about a different type of roof.  David said that if they don’t go back to the original roof they would have to have an engineer draw up specifications for people to bid on. The Mayor noted that the roof had lasted 25 years so he didn’t see anything wrong with going back to a rubber membrane roof, to keep the replacement costs down.

Paula Brodie –noted that she had placed a MOPERM newsletter, MODOT newsletter and a survey on salaries completed by the Mayor of Southwest City in the Boards packets. She also noted that the City Hall will be closed ½ day of Christmas Eve, Christmas day and New Year’s Day. Reminded the Board that candidate filing is from 12/15/15- 01/19/16.

David- noted that he had received the draft sewer permit from the Department of Natural Resources. He said he was able to voice his opinion to them of changes they wanted him to implement but he doubted it would not change the requirements.

The Clerk noted that Michael Keels said that the Police Department computers needed to be upgraded to Windows 7. He said he would update them for $150.00 for the software and a couple of hours of his time. The Board agreed to have him update their computers.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $53,784.25.  Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $53,784.25.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kezar, Coe, Wilson and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

Mayor handed out Christmas cards from the Board to the employees and thanked them for their hard work and dedication to the community.

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

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night December 1, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Kohley, Kezar and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Police Chief Curt Drake 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 for the special budget meeting on November 16, 2015. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the minutes from the special budget meeting on November 16, 2015. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on November 17, 20115.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on November 3, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Coe, Kezar, Wilson and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the annual donation to the Goodman Betterment Club for candy for the Christmas Parade that is going to be held on December 12, 2015 at 1:00PM. Ald. Wilson moved to approve donating $200.00 for candy for the Christmas parade. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Coe, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following old business:  The clerk noted that she had given the board an updated copy of the 2016 budget for them to look over. She stated she would have it ready to vote on at the next Board meeting.

David reported that the carport is scheduled but held because the crew that puts them together was held up do to snow in Nebraska.

Ald. Kohley asked if there was anything to report on the Kramburg property. The Clerk noted that Mr. Kramburg was in court because he had received a ticket for weeds and high grass and for failure to comply with a request made by the board to remove an unsafe structure. Mr. Kramburg pled guilty to the high weeds and high grass but pled not guilty to the removal of the unsafe structure. His court date is January 5, 2016.

The Mayor asked if Curt had gotten the Crown Vic ready to sell. He said he had. The Board agreed to discuss putting an advertisement in the paper at the Board meeting on January 5, 2016.           

The Board discussed the following new business:  The Mayor noted that the Board had discussed placing a ½ of 1 percent sales tax for transportation purposes on the April, 2016 Ballot. He noted that the Board had agreed that to do any major repairs or overlays to the streets the citizens should be asked to approve the sales tax for transportation purposes. The estimated amount that would be brought into the City budget was about $35,000.00. The clerk noted that RSMo.  94.705 allows City’s to place on the ballot a sale tax proposal for transportation purposes (defined in RSMo. 94.700 (9), which includes, construction, reconstruction, repair and maintenance of streets, roads, sidewalks, trails and community-owned parking lots, and bridges within a municipality. The Board agreed to a first reading of the transportation sales tax at the next Board meeting.

Ald. Wilson moved to allow the City Clerk to put in the McDonald County Press a notice of Candidate filing dates from December 15, 2015 through January 19, 2016 at 5:00PM. The positions to be filled will be the Municipal Judge for a two year term, a Southward Alderperson and a Northward Alderperson for two year terms and a tax collector for a 1 year. Ald. Coe, Kohley, Kezar and Ald. Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley noted that whoever files for candidacy must not be delinquent in any taxes. The Clerk noted that whoever files for the positions must fill out an affirmation of tax payments.

Ald. Kezar discussed people in the city that put their trash out prior to Monday night. She stated a lot of them place their garbage in bags not cans and then dogs or animals tear up the bags. She asked if the code requires people to place their trash in cans and to put it out the Monday night before trash pickup on Tuesday. The Clerk reported that City Code does require people to place their trash in cans with tight lids; however it is not enforced on a regular basis. The Board discussed whether or not to send out a letter to remind people to not put the trash out prior to Monday night and to place it in regular garbage cans with lids. Curt stated that he has looked at door hangers that you could put on peoples doors that you could place information on of City code violations. The Board agreed to table for further discussion.

Ald. Kohley asked about giving the employees a small Christmas gift. He said the employees have worked hard and should be shown they are appreciated even in a small way. The Clerk noted that in the past the Board had given gift cards, Sam’s club memberships, turkeys, hams or cash. Ald. Wilson moved to approve giving all City employees and Board members $50.00 this year. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Clerk stated that Michael Barnett from the Word Spirit Revival Tabernacle had asked if his church could use the gazebo on Main street to hand out hot chocolate, cookies and provide live Christmas music before and after the parade. The Board agreed to allow them to use the gazebo.

The following reports were made by the department heads:

Curt Drake- reported that the Charger is completed except for the lights, which have been order and will be installed as soon as they get them. The Crown Vic is emptied out and ready to be sold. Curt noted that he had paid Aaron Hutchinson $60.00 out of petty cash for providing the garage and equipment to install the radios and sirens. He asked the Board if he could go ahead and get prices for door hangers. Ald. Wilson suggested he get prices from Competitors Warehouse too.

Ald. Kohley asked where the Dodge Charger patrol car is being kept. Curt stated that it had been at Calvin’s, but a cat keeps getting on it. Calvin said that at his house it can be kept in the garage. Curt said that Aaron Hutchinson has security cameras, but Calvin’s does provide protection from the wind.

Mayor Richmond suggested looking into fencing around the water tower and well house because DNR recommends a security fence around the well house and tower. He said if the Board had the well fenced in by the City Hall the cars could be kept  in the fenced in area.                                 

   Denis Kolb- had nothing to report.

   David Brodie- noted that the roof is leaking at the treatment plant. The roof is a rubber roof that has been there since 1990. He sated it leaks around the vent pipe. He said that   they are going to use roofing tar and try to fix it themselves. He also stated that the tires on the Ford City truck do not have much tread left on them. He said he had talked with Jerrod at Goodman Tire and Auto about a price for new ones. He said Jarrod can get him Yokohama 10 ply tires at $162.00 a piece for a total of $648.00.need to be replaced.  Ald. Wilson moved to allow David to order the all-terrain Yokohama, 10 ply Tires for          $648.00. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

   Paula Brodie – noted that while David was repairing the toilet in the employee’s bathroom she had suggested installing a taller toilet, which David did.

Ald. Kohley asked about a copy of a letter from Bob Anglin, Manager of S. Anglin & Associates #12, LLC. The Clerk noted that Mr. Anglin does not consider himself a landlord so he does not feel that he is responsible to pay past due water bills for people    renting his properties. She said that City Attorney Duane Cooper did not agree. She said that the water clerk had send Mr. Anglin a copy of a renters past due bill and he refused to pay it because he sells the properties and does not rent them. She said she had responded to his letter, of which the Board had a copy and she sent a letter to Duane Cooper asking his advice on how to handle the situation. She noted that the Board had a copy of that letter also.

                           -noted that Karla was getting a spreadsheet ready with old final bills that could not be collected on. She said the Board would have to vote to abate the bills. At that time the Board may want to discuss looking into raising the meter deposits to cover outstanding water bills. She noted that they stayed on top of shutting people off but by   the time the service is discontinued because of a current past due water bill, a new bill is about ready to be generated, therefore the final bills usually cover two months usage.

Megan Sexson-not present, but report in packets to the Board.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $32,242.62.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $32,242.62.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

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

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night November 3, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Kohley and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Police Chief Curt Drake and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Lois Kolb and Rita Greene from the McDonald County Press. Ald. Kezar was not present.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on October 20, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on October 20, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Wilson, Kohley and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following old business:  

1.   Clerk and Mayor reported that the trick or treat for Halloween was a success.

              2.   David reported that the carport should be set up in the next few weeks.  

The Board discussed the following new business:  

The Board agreed to set the first budget workshop on November 16^th at 6:00PM.

Ald. Kohley moved to approve buying the cake for the Schools Veteran’s program. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley stated that Osage Door Company on the corner of C and 59 Hwy need to clean up, mow and cut out trees. Ald. Wilson said there were several properties around town that needed cleaned up. David reported that he had a conversation with a neighbor of the Kramburg property that was very upset about the property and the condition of it. He stated that Mr. Kramburg has not taken down the carport yet and still needed to clean up the yards. It was noted that Mr. Kramburg was sent a letter on October 8^th telling him what the Board expected him to do. Ald. Wilson stated that the Board had been dealing with the Kramburg property for 2 years now and that it was time for Mr. Kramburg to be given a ticket.  Curt is to issue a ticket for noncompliance to Mr. Lester Kramburg per the Boards instruction.

The department heads gave the following reports:

Curt Drake- reported that Bill Cagle was officially not with the department as of November 1, 2015.  He gave the Board an application to look for a reserve officer’s position from Jeremy Walker. Curt asked if the Board would be willing to hire him as a reserve officer.

Ald. Kohley moved to approve Jeremy Walker as a reserve officer. Ald. Wilson seconded. Ald. Wilson, Coe and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley stated that he was told that Mrs. Landess had moved out of her house and left a dog in the house in his neighborhood. The Board also noted that her house has had a tarp on the roof for several years. The clerk noted that the water has been shut off to the house. The Mayor asked Curt to look into the situation.

Denis Kolb- had nothing to report. 

David Brodie-the wall heater went out in the well house on School Street. He has ordered a replacement heater.

Paula Brodie -noted that the City Hall will be closed Veteran’s Day.

Meghan Sexson reported that she is putting the tax statements together and has added the new amount that will be due for this year’s tax on the Boards monthly reports..

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $15,445.60.  Ald. Kohley moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $15,445.60.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Wilson, Coe and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

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

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night November 17, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Kohley, Kezar and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Police Chief Curt Drake, Officer John Wynn 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 November 3, 20115.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on November 3, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Coe and Wilson voted aye with Alice Kezar abstaining because she was not present at the meeting at the November 3, 2015.

The Board discussed renewing the membership agreement for Mo. Rural Services Workers Compensation Ins.

Ald. Wilson moved to approve renewing the membership agreement with Mo. Rural Services Worker Compensation Ins. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Wilson, Kohley and Kezar voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following old business:           

The Board discussed the following new business:  The Mayor presented a letter that the Clerk had written to the Hunte Corporation at the request of Denis Kolb, Emergency Management Director. The letter was a thank you to the Hunte Corporation from the City for allowing the City to use the Hunte Corporation as a staging area during emergencies.

The Board discussed what to do with the Police Department’s Crown Vic since the purchase of a replacement vehicle. Curt is to remove the equipment out of the Crown Vic and get it prepared to sell. The Mayor noted that the Board had discussed the Kubota tractor that was used to mow the ball park during the budget meeting held on November 16^th.  He noted that they had agreed to sell it. David stated that there is a woods mower, a bucket and a tiller that are attachments to the tractor. The Board agreed to put out the Kubota out for bid at the same time as the Crown Vic.

The Department heads gave the following reports:

Curt Drake- showed the Board examples of decals he would like for the new Dodge Charger. The bid was from Hutches, owned by Arron Hutchinson a business in Goodman. The amount is $510.00, which includes installation. He also reported that he had issued citations for people to mow and clean up their yards and noted that the Department did not receive all of the funds from the application for a Law Enforcement Grant. They only received the amount for the universal gun racks.  Curt stated that the City will have to purchase the lights and sirens since the department did not receive the grant. The Board discussed with Curt what kind of lights he wanted, how much they were and who would install them. Curt noted that he had been in contact with Fletcher Dodge regarding a lighting module that was not installed in the car. It was noted by Ald. Wilson that the car was supposed to be set up as a Police package and should include the module to make the lights work. Curt stated the type of lights they were looking at were the same as the highway patrol uses and runs would run through the car lighting system itself.  He stated that the lights would cost $189.00 per window. He is waiting to hear back from Fletcher who is trying to find out if the module should have been included with the Police package. Curt noted that anyone could install the lights.  The Board asked Curt to contact the State in regards to what should be included on a Dodge Charger police package under the State Contract. The Mayor stated that he would have liked to see the car completely ready for service before they started driving it. He said he was concerned with them stopping cars without the vehicle being marked and having lights, sirens and radar equipment. Curt said that it was no problem to go back to using the Expedition until the Charger is ready.  

Ald. Wilson moved to approve purchasing the decals and have Arron Hutchinson install them for $510.00.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Coe, Kezar, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board agreed to have Curt set the cars lights up like the Highway Patrol cars. Ald. Wilson moved to approve purchasing the inside lights at $600.00, whether the module is needed or not. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board agreed that the siren and control box should be taken out of the Crown Vic and used in the Dodge Charger.

Denis Kolb- had nothing to report. The Mayor thanked him for being on duty during the storms the previous evening.

David Brodie- had nothing.

Paula Brodie – gave the Board information from the Missouri Municipal League regarding sales tax information on the purchase of vehicles purchased out of state. For the City to receive the sales tax on those vehicles, the Board has to place the proposition on the ballot before January of 2017.

                     – gave the Board a copy of an ordinance placing a l/2 cent sales tax for transportation, which would help pay for road repair, resurfacing and maintenance on the ballot for April 2016. She noted that the Board had discussed the ½ cent sales tax during their budget discussions the night before so she had printed out an ordinance for them to consider.

Meghan Sexson- stated that the taxes are coming in regularly now and that she had to contact Dawn Bunch about a question and she wanted the Board to know how helpful Dawn had been through the whole process of her taking the tax collectors position.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $50,961.39.  Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $50,961.39.  Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night September 15, 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, Tax Collector Meghan Sexson, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Police Chief Curt Drake, Officer Adam Miller and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Lois Kolb, Kevin Condreay, Carol Coe 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 September 1, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on September 1, 2015. Ald. Kezar seconded. Ald. Kohley, Wilson and Coe voted aye with Ald. Kezar abstaining because she was not present at the meeting on September 1, 2015.

The Mayor asked if there were any Citizens present who had a comment: He acknowledged Kevin Condreay who stated that he was present to ask the Board to average his water/sewer bill as he had a leak in his toilet, and has since fixed it.  Ald. Kezar moved to average his water/sewer bill. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the following old business:  

1. The Board discussed the Lester Kramburg Properties. The Mayor noted that the Board had given Mr. Kramburg 90 days on June 16, 2015 to see what he could get accomplished with the house; the two trailers; the high grass and the weeds. The Board noted that they had been working with the Kramburg family for two years and not much has been done. Ald. Wilson stated that he had been inside one of the trailers and that he believed it would take a lot to repair it and he did not think that it would be worth fixing. Ald. Wilson stated he felt it was time to tell them that they need to remove both trailers or to start condemnation procedures on both trailers. David Brodie stated in the past the Board had asked the Fire Chief to go with them to inspect buildings that they thought might need to be condemned.  Ald. Wilson moved to have David contact Fire Chief Keith Estes and see if he would go with David to inspect the trailers to see about whether or not they needed to be condemned. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Wilson and Coe voted aye with 0 nays.

   Ald. Wilson asked about what was happening to the Brewington house. He was told JR Fisher had purchased the Brewington house and that he had made marked improvement on the clean-up of the property. The Mayor asked about the Procter Trailer and the Carey property. The Clerk noted that the Procter property was in probate and the Carey property had been moved out of and she assumed their bank was trying to get ownership of the house. In the meantime the City employees have been mowing both properties and the charge for the mowing was added as a lien on the property taxes.

   2. The Board discussed the purchase of a new patrol car.  Ald. Kohley informed the Board that the Dodge Charger that he had brought to the last Board Meeting for them to look at had been sold by the Smith Auto Group, so it was no longer available. Ald. Kohley noted that the Board could order a Dodge Charger under the State Contract from Fletcher Dodge in Joplin for $24,905.00. The cost was $3,000.00 more than the one from Smith Auto Group but would be a 2016 Dodge Charger. He noted that the car would have to be ordered and it would take up to 120 days to get it. Chief Drake noted that the Board could order whatever color they wanted to. Ald. Kohley stated that the Car would have the Police package in it. The Mayor suggested since the Dodge Charger that they had looked at was sold, there was no hurry to purchase a new one and he suggested discussing it during the budget sessions. Ald. Kohley noted that he and Curt had visited with the Clerk about the financial standings of the City. The Clerk told the Board that this time she had included with their packets a breakdown on the bill sheets of how much the city revenues were this year minus expenditures and balances of all the accounts so that they would all be aware of the financial welfare of the city. She also noted that she had included the cash bank balances, restricted account balances and Certificates of Deposit amounts. She noted that though the accounts were all in the black, the balances were not a lot. She also noted that there was money in each bank balance that had been accumulated from past years. She stated that the amounts carried over from year to year have dwindled but all of the accounts were still in the black. Chief Drake stated that the price Fletcher Dodge quoted would only be good until December 31^st 2015 and under the State contract it would need to be ordered prior to the 31^st.   Ald. Wilson noted that for a new light bar and installation they would need to spend about $2500.00 above the price of the car.  Ald. Wilson moved to purchase a 2016 Dodge Charge from Fletcher Auto. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays. The Board decided to keep the Ford Expedition and place the Crown Vic out for bid. They also agreed to order the car in the same color of gray to match the Dodge Patrol Truck.

   The Board discussed the following new business:  

                           1. The Mayor noted that the Hunte Corporation had turned in an application for a Kennel License to have a pet rescue and adoption center. The name of the Kennel will be Shake a Paw Center for Rescue and Adoption. Ald. Wilson moved to allow Ryan Boyle, from the Hunte Corporation to purchase the kennel license. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley, Kezar and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

   The Department heads gave the following reports:

   Curt Drake- told the Board he had an individual that he would like to interview for a reserve position. He stated that his name was John Wynn, that he had worked with him in the past and that he felt that he would work well with him and Adam. He asked the Board if it would be OK for the Mayor to sit in the interview and then if he and the Mayor agreed to hire Mr. Wynn could they go ahead and do so. The Board agreed to let the Mayor and Curt decide whether or not to hire him as a reserve.

   Denis Kolb- had nothing to report.

   David Brodie- noted when he came to work this morning the chlorinator at the well on Barlow Street was not working and the pump at the School Street Well had stopped working. He noted that they had gotten the chlorinator working but he had to call Reavis the pump people at Crane to come over and look at the well on School St. He said they ended up pulling the pump and motor and believe that the motor was struck by lightning. He said they ordered a new motor and that it should be in tomorrow afternoon.

   He said that he had asked Hunte to cut down their water use as much as possible because the pump at the City Hall did not pump as much water as the School Street well.

                  – asked the Board to consider how the mowing is going to be maintained at the ballpark. He stated that it takes him and David Sarratt two afternoons a week to mow but does not include any weed eating. He said that he had hoped to not mow but every two or three weeks during the fall but now because of the league using the fields one night a week they were going to have to keep it mowed more often. He wanted the Board to know that they have many other jobs that need to be done, things like fixing pot holes, brush cutting, replacing street signs and various other things. He asked the Board to consider looking into what could be budgeted to hire someone to mow. The Board agreed to discuss the situation during the budget sessions.

                  – he noted that Ald. Wilson had asked him about getting some tires for the 1996 Ford Truck. He said that Goodman Gas and Service had given him prices for 4 different tires, but he would recommend the ones for $139.00. The Board agreed to have him buy two tires.

   Paula Brodie – noted the employee bar-b-que date has been changed to Sept 27, 2015 at 2:00PM

   The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $30,900.68.  Ald. Wilson asked about the bill from C-Mart and Ald. Kohley asked about what was wrong with the dump truck. Officer Miller stated that sometimes he had to get his car filled up after the Mini Mart was closed so he would go to C-Mart to get the car filled and David explained what repairs were done on the dump truck. Ald. Kezar moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $30,900.68.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Kohley, Kezar, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

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

The Board of Aldermen held a regular meeting on Tuesday night September 1, 2015 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Calvin Wilson, Keith Kohley and Roger Coe. Also present were City Supervisor David Brodie, Emergency Management Director Denis Kolb, Chief of Police Curt Drake, Officer Miller and City Clerk Paula Brodie. Also present were Lois Kolb, Cathy Howard, Peterson and Rita Greene from the McDonald County Press. Ald. Kezar was not present.

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

The Board discussed the minutes from the Public Hearing on August 18, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on July 21, 2015. Ald. Kohley noted that the minutes reflected that the second paragraph from the bottom showed Ald. Kezar voting twice when one of the votes was his. Ald. Wilson removed his original motion. Ald. Kohley moved to approve the minutes with the noted correction changing Ald. Kezar’s second vote to his name. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Board discussed the minutes from the regular meeting on August 18, 2015.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the minutes from the meetings on August 18, 2015. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Kohley, Coe and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Cathy Howard who was present to ask the Board to average her water bill because of a leak. The Clerk noted that Ms. Howard had the leak fixed and then after this last reading it was discovered that she had another one. She noted that the Board might want to average both months. The Mayor noted that the average dollar amount would be $94.54 for both months. It was noted that she had already paid the higher bill so if they averaged both months she would end up with a small credit. Ald. Kohley moved to Average both months. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor noted that Mr. Jerry Reardon was not present.

The Mayor acknowledged Chris Brodie. Chris stated that he would like to organize a Co-Ed slow pitch softball league to play at the Goodman Ballpark on Tuesday nights from Sept 15^th to November 3^rd with an all-day tournament to be held on November 7^th. He said the Tuesday night games would begin at 6:00PM and they would be finished and off the ball fields by 10:00PM. He stated that each team would pay a fee and the fee minus any expenses would be given to the Goodman Recreation Department to help with their expenses. He asked if they could use the bathrooms. The Board discussed the use of the bathrooms, concession stand and the lights at no charge because the funds were going to be returned to Recreation Department. Chris stated he had talked with Heath Lewis about using the concession stand and he had said he would work with them. Chris stated that he would like to see it become an annual tournament, maybe even look into a springtime tournament prior to the summer ball season. He said that he would oversee the games and be there every night.  Ald. Wilson moved to allow Chris Brodie to organize a Fall Slow Pitch soft ball league and hold the games at the Goodman Ballpark using the lights, concession stand and bathrooms. Ald. Kohley seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Peterson Lebehn from the First Micronesian Church. He was present to inform the Board that the church was having a storage building built. He said that their hopes were while they renovated the church they would use the storage building to hold church services and then when the church was remodeled they would move back into the church and keep using the storage building for storage. The Clerk noted since the storage unit has a concrete floor, water and electricity they had purchased a building permit and paid the inspection fees. He was asked if there was a possibility that anyone would be moving into it for a period of time. He told the board no. He stated it would never be used for a living space. The Board thanked him for coming and explaining what their future plans were.  

The Board discussed the following old business:   The Clerk noted that she had forgotten to price the shipping of the table. She stated that the shipping cost was $170.00. She asked the Board if she should go ahead and order the table and they agreed to go ahead and purchase it.             

The Board discussed the following new business:  The Clerk noted that she had given the Board a notice from the Missouri Municipal League about a regional meeting/workshop they are holding in Ash Grove on October 29, 2015. She stated that the Board needed to RSVP by October 23, 2015. 

The Department heads gave the following reports:

Curt Drake- told the Board that he had to change his grant application because he found out that the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant will not pay for Tasers. He stated that he was asking for two light bars and sirens boxes. He noted that the grant application included body cameras and a gun rack. He noted that the City’s cost would be $1,009.87 and the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant would pay $9,999.94 with the total cost being $11,009.81.  He stated that he had to give the project a name so he had named it the Communications and Officer Safety Improvement Project. Ald. Wilson moved to approve the application for the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant in the amount of $11,009.81. Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Kohley and Wilson voted aye with 0 nays.

Ald. Kohley stated that he had been working with Curt to get prices quotes on a new police vehicle. He noted that he had priced a 2016 Dodge Crew Cab for $29,471.00 through the Missouri contract, a 2016 Dodge Ram for $24,905.00, a 2014 new Ford Taurus Interceptor for 22,500.00. He stated that Smith Auto Group at the state line had a 2014 (new) Dodge Charger with the police package for $21,429.00. It has a full factory warranty for 36 months/36,000 miles. He stated that the car was ordered for the Gravette police department but it came in the wrong color so they did not accept delivery of it. He stated that he had the car outside for the Board to look at it after the meeting. He stated that it was a savings of $13,000.00 off of the list price.

The Mayor stated that the Board could look at it and make a decisions later. He also noted that the Police Department had received an anonymous donation for the flashlights Curt had wanted. He stated that since it was a donation Curt would be getting the flashlights.

Denis Kolb- . no comments

David Brodie- reported that he had ordered the carport for the park from Jerry Reardon and the bathrooms are almost finished at the ballpark. David asked for permission to get prices for two bigger motors to run the blowers at the treatment plant. He stated that he would have to change out the wiring and the breakers to handle the bigger motors, but his DO is back up and the only way he can keep it down is to keep both blowers running constantly which raises the electric bill at the treatment plant. Ald. Wilson asked if he was going to see about replacing the tires on the older city truck. David said he would get some prices together for the Board meeting next week.

Paula Brodie – The Mayor noted that he had received notice that Paula had received the designation of Missouri Professional City Clerk, which is the highest designation of the Missouri City Clerks and Finance Officers Association.

The Board agreed to hold the employees bar-b-que on September 20^th ad 2:00PM at Ald. Kohley’s house.

The Board discussed the bills including transfers in the amount of $17,609.20.  Ald. Wilson moved to approve the bills including transfers in the amount of $17,609.20.  Ald. Coe seconded. Ald. Coe, Wilson and Kohley voted aye with 0 nays.

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

 

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.                                                                                                   

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 14^th. 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 4^th 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 4^th 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.

 

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.

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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 19^th. 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 4^th of July on Friday the 3^rd 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.