Tuesday, February 20, 2018

02/05/2018-Approved Special Call Commission Meeting Minutes

MONDAY

FEBRUARY 05, 2018

The Governing Body of the City of Pratt met in a Special Call work session in the Commission Room located in City Hall.

PRESENT: 

Doug Meyer  Mayor
Lucus Kumberg  Commissioner
Gary Schmidt  Commissioner
Don Peters  Commissioner
Jason Leslie  Commissioner

ALSO PRESENT:

Roy Eckert  City Manager
LuAnn Kramer  City Clerk
Regina Goff  City Attorney                                                        

CALL TO ORDER: 

The Special Call meeting was called to order by Mayor Meyer.  The Mayor instructed the City Clerk to note that all Commissioners were present with the exception of Commissioner Leslie, who would be arriving later in the afternoon. 

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORK SESSION:

Ms. Heather Morgan thanked the Commission for working with her on scheduling this work session.  Ms. Morgan began by asking if Monday, March 5th would work for the City to meet in a joint session with the County.  After looking at their calendars, the Commission agreed that that date would work for them.  Ms. Morgan then began her presentation to the Commission concerning several topics. 

EXECUTIVE SESSIONS:

·        Executive Session #1: 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for consultation with an attorney on matters that would be deemed privileged in an attorney-client relationship (K.S.A. 75-4319 (b)2) to last twenty minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kumberg and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session and to enter back into an executive session for ten minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kumberg and carried unanimously.

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously.  Mayor Meyer stated that the Commission was in agreement that the City should proceed with the annexation preparations. 

(Commissioner Leslie arrived at 3:20) 

·        Executive Session #2:

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for discussions prior to acquisition of real estate (K.S.A. 754319 (b)6) to last twenty minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously.   

·        Executive Session #3: 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for confidential data relating to financial affairs (K.S.A. 75-4319 (b)4) to last twenty minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kumberg and carried unanimously.

·        Executive Session #4: 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for discussions prior to acquisition of real estate (K.S. A. 75-4319 (b)6) to last twenty minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leslie and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously.   

ADJOURN:

Upon proper motion, the meeting was adjourned.

_______________________________
DOUG MEYER, Mayor

ATTEST:                      

_______________________________
LUANN KRAMER, City Clerk

Sunday, February 18, 2018

02/20/18-City Commission Meeting Agenda

TUESDAY 

FEBRUARY 20, 2018 

PRATT CITY COMMISSION – REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING 

COMMISSION ROOM – 5:00 P.M.

1.      CALL TO ORDER (Remind audience that meeting is being recorded and/or taped.)
2.      ROLL CALL
3.      INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.   CONSENT AGENDA:
      4.1 Minutes:           February 05, 2018 Special Call Commission Meeting
                                      February 05, 2018 Regular Commission Meeting
5.   BUSINESS:

5.1   Consideration and Approval of Resolutions Declaring Structure Unsafe and Dangerous – Order for Repair or Removal – Regina Goff, City Attorney; Brad Blankenship, Building Inspector

·        Resolution 022018 – 215 Austin St. 

5.2   Consideration and Approval for the Use of Jack Ewing Park for the Annual Beaver Backer’s Duck Race – Scott Goodheart, PCC

5.3   Presentation on the Economic Impact and Community Engagement Report for 2016/2017 - Mike Calvert, PCC President 

5.4   Continued Discussion on Leasing a 2018 F-550 Aerial Truck – Jamie Huber, Director of Electric Utilities 

5.5   Consideration and Approval of Ordinance 0802 Repealing the City’s Animal Ordinance – Regina Goff, City Attorney 

5.6   Consideration and Approval of Bid to Finance the Refuse Truck Lease/Purchase – Diana Garten, Finance Director; Mayor and Commission
 
6.     OPEN AGENDA (City Matters Only) (3 Minute Time Limit)
7.     REPORTS:

7.1             City Manager 
7.2             City Attorney
7.3             Department Superintendents
7.4             Mayor
7.5             City Commission

9.   RECESS – until Monday, March 05, 2018 for the City/County Joint Meeting at 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, February 6, 2018

01/15/2018-Approved City Commission Meeting Minutes


MONDAY
 
JANUARY 15, 2018

The Governing Body of the City of Pratt met in Regular session in the Commission Room located in City Hall.
 
PRESENT:  
 
Doug Meyer  Mayor
Lucus Kumberg  Commissioner
Gary Schmidt  Commissioner
Don Peters  Commissioner
Jason Leslie  Commissioner
 
ALSO PRESENT: 
 
Roy Eckert  City Manager
LuAnn Kramer  City Clerk
Regina Goff  City Attorney
Gary Myers  Chief of Police
Russell Rambat  Public Works Director
Brad Blankenship Building Inspector
Jamie Huber  Director of Electric Utilities
Bruce Pinkall  Recreation Director  

CALL TO ORDER: 

The regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Meyer.  The Mayor instructed the City Clerk to note that all Commissioners were present.

The Mayor reminded the audience that this meeting may be taped and/or recorded. 

INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 

Commissioner Schmidt led the staff and audience in the invocation and Mayor Meyer led the Pledge of Allegiance. 

CONSENT AGENDA:

·        Minutes:          January 08, 2018 Regular Commission meeting 

Commissioner Peters made a motion to approve the consent agenda.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leslie and carried unanimously. 

BUSINESS:

CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL FOR A 5K GLOW RUN ON APRIL 7TH – NATIONAL MISS AMERICA SERVES DAY: 

Miss Butler County 2018 Miranda Flemming addressed the Commission about hosting a 5K Glow Run to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network.  Ms. Flemming stated that the race would start and end in Lemon Park and would start about 6:30 p.m.  Police Chief Myers asked how many participants there would be.  Ms. Flemming stated that she did not know yet.  Chief Myers commented that they would help with traffic control.  Ms. Flemming added that the race would be about 3.1 miles and that should take about an hour.  Mayor Meyer asked Public Works Director Rambat if they should put up barricades.  Mr. Rambat stated that it would be a good thing since the route takes the runners near downtown.  Mr. Rambat commented that he would get with Chief Myers and see what he could spare and also come up with a couple volunteers with vests.  Mr. Rambat asked that Ms. Flemming get back to them with a number when it gets closer to the date.  Ms. Flemming stated that she would do that.  Mayor Meyer thanked Ms. Flemming for representing Pratt in the Miss Kansas pageant.  Commissioner Leslie made a motion to approve the 5K Glow Run on April 7th.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kumberg and carried unanimously. 

PRESENTATION ON THE NEW GIS MAPPING SYSTEM:

Director of Electric Utilities Huber stated that he wanted to give the Commission a little run down on the new GIS mapping system.  Mr. Huber stated that the GIS mapping had started last summer and the company had sent two crews who did GPS on every pole, street light and wire.  Mr. Huber added that they also took pictures of the poles that had apparatuses on them.  Mr. Huber brought the system up on the overhead with the help of Mr. Jimmie Koontz and pointed out the many things they have the capability of doing.  Mr. Huber stated that the company had given him a big laminated map that had the different circuits in different colors.  Mr. Huber explained that they could make changes to keep the mapping current. Mayor Meyer stated that it was definitely worth the money.  Mr. Huber agreed. 

DISCUSSION ON POSSIBLE PURCHASE OF A REFURBISHED SEWER LIFT STATION AT THE AIRPORT: 

Public Works Director Rambat informed the Commission that the wastewater department had been budgeting to replace the sewage lift station at the airport since the current one had been in service since the early 1970’s.  Mr. Rambat explained that it was hard to find parts for it and it was having more and more issues.  Mr. Rambat stated that there were Cities out there that were updating their lift stations and an opportunity had presented itself to possibly purchase a refurbished one.  Mr. Rambat commented that Mr. Ed Hickman had brought this to his attention and he had confidence that Mr. Hickman thought this would be a good fit.  Mr. Rambat stated that the unit was ten to fifteen years old and would cost $23,000 with installation.   

Mr. Rambat commented that we usually budget for new; however, this unit would upgrade us by five generations.  Mr. Rambat explained that the old unit had parts that were underneath, which constituted a confined space issue and they would not have to enter into a difficult situation with the new one.  Mr. Rambat stated that he felt this was a good fit for the wastewater system at the airport and he would recommend the purchase of the refurbished lift station in the amount not to exceed $23,000.  Mayor Meyer thanked Mr. Rambat for looking at used.  Wastewater Superintendent Angood stated that they were having to manually go out and prime the pumps, which causes a lot of overtime when they had to go out on the weekends.  Mr. Angood added that it did not run automatically and was dangerous to get kicked on.  Mayor Meyer questioned how we implement this.  Mr. Rambat stated that he would call Mr. Hickman tomorrow and get on his priority list.  Mayor Meyer asked if they would coordinate this with the tenants.  Mr. Rambat stated that they would hook-up a suction hose that we could pump on our own and it should only take a day or two to install the new one.  Commissioner Kumberg asked how we would dispose of the old one.  Mr. Rambat stated that it would be scraped as iron, because it had no value.   Commissioner Peters made a motion to approve the purchase of a refurbished lift station not to exceed $23,000.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously. 

OPEN AGENDA:

·        Disc Golf annual food drive:

Mr. Jason Winkel informed the Commission that it was time for the disc golf annual food drive and it was scheduled for February 17th.  Mr. Winkel commented that they would appreciate extra trash carts and they would also need Lemon Park from February 16th to February 18th.  Mayor Meyer asked if he was hoping for a blizzard.  Mr. Winkel stated that they were actually hoping for a pretty nice day.  Mr. Winkel commented that this was a big draw and the players enjoy playing at Lemon Park once a year.  Mr. Winkel stated that their goal was to beat the 900 cans of food and $900 in donations from last year.  Mr. Winkel stated that Pratt was the best place for disc golf between Wichita and Colorado.

Mr. Winkel thanked the Commission for letting them use the park for the Hot/Cold tournament last year and informed them that the tournament this year was on June 23rd.  Mr. Winkel commented that this was their biggest tournament and they would be doing payouts and a two disc challenge.  Commissioner Kumberg made a motion to approve the disc golf food drive in Lemon Park on February 17th.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leslie and carried unanimously.

·        May Dennis Park: 

Mr. Winkel asked if they could get some dirt for the pads in May Dennis Park.  Mr. Winkel commented that, if the dirt was next to the pads, they would rake it out and shovel it.  Mr. Rambat stated that he would get with him and that it should not be a problem. 

REPORTS: 

City Manager: 

·        Requests for proposals: 

City Manager Eckert stated that they were busy getting requests for proposals for the solar farm and were looking forward to getting those back.  Mr. Eckert commented that there was a lot of interest in solar across the States and we were on the right track.  Mr. Eckert added that this was lucrative on our part and we were watching it closely.   

·        Priorities: 

Mr. Eckert stated that he was looking at different options for the City’s website and that we were going to be needing that.  Mr. Eckert commented that he had talked to Ms. Heather Morgan about it also.

City Attorney: 

·        Pit bull Ordinance: 

City Attorney Goff stated that she had spoken with Mr. Eckert and the pit bull ordinance would be on the next agenda.  Ms. Goff explained that the idea was to repeal the presumption that pit bulls were vicious.

Public Works: 

·        Pool painting: 

Public Works Director Rambat stated that he was working on proposals to get the pool painted. 

·        Water mains: 

Mr. Rambat stated that there had not been any major water main breaks even with the cold temperatures.  Mr. Rambat explained that it had been cold, but we had not had the huge winds that drive the cold into the ground. 

·        Avenue of Flags: 

Mayor Meyer asked if Mr. Rambat if he had checked the lighting at the Avenue of Flags.  Mr. Rambat stated that he had talked to Park Superintendent Eckhoff about stepping up the wattage.  Mr. Rambat added that they were lit up better than in the past.  Mr. Rambat commented that they could put a common flood light in that area; however, the transformer was maxed out.  Mayor Meyer stated that it was important to the veterans.  Commissioner Kumberg questioned if we had used all of that anonymous gift.  Finance Director Garten stated that we had and the City had also put some money into it.

Electric Department: 

·        Unit back together: 

Director of Electric Utilities Huber stated that the power plant guys had gotten the unit back together and they did the work themselves.  Mr. Huber commented that a Fairbanks rep would be here at the end of the month to fine tune things while it runs.  Commissioner Peters thanked Power Plant Superintendent Evans and his crew.  Mr. Huber stated that they had saved the City a lot of money.  Mayor Meyer asked if we had pistons on hand.  Mr. Huber stated that we had this one and one was being made.  Mr. Huber informed the Commission that this unit was installed in 2004 and this work had been done three times.

Recreation Department: 

·        Winter activities: 

Recreation Director Pinkall stated that they had started the winter activities and there were forty-four youth basketball teams and they would play at four gyms.  Mr. Pinkall explained that twenty-one of those teams were from out of town.  Mr. Pinkall added that they were also busy with co-ed volleyball during the week. 

Police Department: 

·        New officer: 

Chief Myers stated that there was a new face on the department and that was Ms. Rebecca Slief.  Chief Myers commented that Ms. Slief was a local girl and came with good recommendations. 

Finance Department: 

·        End of year: 

Finance Director Garten stated that they were finishing up year-end stuff and working on accruals along with finalizing W-2’s.  Mayor Meyer asked when we would be having the audit.  Ms. Garten stated that it would be April or May.

City Clerk/Utility Billing Department:

·        Rate increases: 

City Clerk Kramer informed the Commission that the rate increases were in effect and the first billing cycle went in the mail today with an insert explaining all the utility increases. 

Mayor and Commission: 

·        Executive Session:

Mayor Meyer requested an executive session for non-elected personnel to last thirty minutes at the end of reports.

·        Pit bulls: 

Commissioner Leslie stated that he would like to have City Attorney Goff add that a pit bull or potential vicious animal be put on a leash and not a chain.  Commissioner Leslie added that he would also like to have something in the ordinance stipulating that they were not to be left unattended.
 

·        K-9: 

Commissioner Leslie stated that he would like to see Chief Myers get serious about a K-9.

Executive Session:

·        Executive Session #1: 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for non-elected personnel to last thirty minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously.
·        Executive Session #2: 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for non-elected personnel to last ten minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kumberg and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously. 

ADJOURN:

Upon proper motion, the meeting was adjourned.
                                                           

__________________________
 DOUG MEYER, Mayor
  

 
ATTEST:                  

____________________________
LUANN KRAMER, City Clerk




Monday, February 5, 2018

02/05/2018-City Commission Meeting Agenda


MONDAY
FEBRUARY 05, 2018
PRATT CITY COMMISSION – REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
OMMISSION ROOM – 5:00 P.M.

1.      CALL TO ORDER (Remind audience that meeting is being recorded and/or taped.)
2.      ROLL CALL
3.      INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.   MINUTES:
      4.1 Minutes:           January 15, 2018 (Regular Commission Meeting)
5.     BUSINESS:

5.1   Consideration and Approval of Resolutions Providing for a Hearing on Unsafe and Dangerous Structures – Regina Goff, City Attorney; Brad Blankenship, Building Inspector 

·        Resolution 020518 – 211 Austin St.
·        Resolution 020518A – 215 Austin St.

5.2   Consideration and Approval of the Appointments to the KMEA Board – Jamie Huber, Director of Electric Utilities

5.3   Consideration and Approval of the Lease of a 2018 Aerial Truck – Jamie Huber, Director of Electric Utilities

5.4   Consideration and Approval of the Estimate from Fairbanks Morse Engine to Assist in the Start-up of PC 2.6 Pielstick Engine – Jamie Huber, Director of Electric Utilities

5.5   Consideration and Approval of the Federal Fund Exchange Agreement – Russell Rambat, Public Works Director

5.6   Consideration and Approval of the Purchase of a 2019 Sanitation Truck – Russell Rambat, Public Works Director

5.7   Consideration and Approval of Bid to Repaint the Municipal Pool – Russell Rambat, Public Works Director

5.8   Consideration and Approval of a Replacement for Bill Hlavachick on the S. Central Ks. Community Corrections Advisory Board – Mayor and Commission

6.     OPEN AGENDA (City Matters Only) (3 Minute Time Limit)
7.     REPORTS:

7.1             City Manager
7.2             City Attorney
7.3             Department Superintendents
7.4             Mayor
7.5             City Commission
9.   ADJOURN

Tuesday, January 16, 2018

01/08/2018-City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes


MONDAY
 
JANUARY 08, 2018

The Governing Body of the City of Pratt met in Regular session in the Commission Room located in City Hall. 

 PRESENT:
 
Doug Meyer                 Mayor
Lucus Kumberg            Commissioner
Gary Schmidt               Commissioner
Don Peters                    Commissioner
Jason Leslie                  Commissioner

ALSO PRESENT:
 
Roy Eckert                   City Manager
LuAnn Kramer             City Clerk
Regina Goff                  City Attorney
Diana Garten                Finance Director
Gary Myers                   Chief of Police
Russell Rambat             Public Works Director
Bad Blankenship          Building Inspector
Jamie Huber                 Director of Electric Utilities
Bruce Pinkall                Recreation Director

CALL TO ORDER:

The regular meeting was called to order by Mayor Kumberg.  The Mayor instructed the City Clerk to note that all Commissioners were present. 

The Mayor reminded the audience that this meeting may be taped and/or recorded.

INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 

Mayor Kumberg led the staff and audience in the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance. 

CONSENT AGENDA:

·        4.1  Minutes     December 12, 2017 Recessed Legislative Meeting
  December 18, 2017 Regular Commission Meeting 

PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES:

·        Mayor’s Plaque:

City Manager Eckert stated that Mayor Kumberg had performed his tasks as the Mayor faithfully.  Mr. Eckert added that he had worked well with the staff and he was pleased to serve under his direction.  Mr. Eckert then presented Mayor Kumberg with the Mayor’s plaque. 

·        Outgoing Commissioner’s Recognition: 

Mayor Kumberg stated that it was rare to be a public official as long as Commissioner Hlavachick had been.  Mayor Kumberg commented that Commissioner Hlavachick had served the public for twenty-one years in the capacity of Commissioner and/or Mayor.  Mayor Kumberg stated that Commissioner Hlavachick had been a role model for him as a new Commissioner and had taught him what a Commissioner should be, which meant to step back and keep a calm head when necessary.  Mayor Kumberg proudly presented Commissioner Hlavachick with a key to the City for his dedication and support for twenty-one years. 

After receiving a standing ovation, Commissioner Hlavachick commented that he did not know that his family was going to be at the meeting and that was really nice.  Commissioner Hlavachick stated that he had been approached by City Manager George Anderson about becoming a Commissioner after he had retired from the State after thirty-three years.  After a short discussion with Mr. Anderson, Commissioner Hlavachick stated that here he was twenty-one years later.  Commissioner Hlavachick stated that Pratt was a great City and had great people and he encouraged the Commission to keep up the good work.  

CERTIFICATION OF NOVEMBER 07, 2017 CITY GENERAL ELECTION: 

City Clerk Kramer read the letter from Pratt County Clerk Sherry Kruse that certified the candidates receiving the highest number of votes cast in the November 07, 2017 general election, which were Doug Meyer and Jason Leslie. 

OATH OF OFFICE GIVEN TO NEWLY ELECTED CITY COMMISSIONERS: 

City Clerk Kramer administered that City of Pratt’s Oath of Office to newly elected Commissioners Doug Meyer and Jason Leslie.   

REORGANIZATION OF PRATT CITY COMMISSION:

·        Nomination for Mayor:

Mayor Kumberg stated that there were a couple of things that needed to be said about where the Commission was now.  Mayor Kumberg commented that, due to term limits, a majority of our knowledge base had left and he only had one year left.  Mayor Kumberg explained that it was hard to do a very good job when you were trying to service two jobs; therefore, he felt it was best that someone else take over as Mayor.   

With that being said, Mayor Kumberg asked for nominations for Mayor.  Commissioner Schmidt stated that Commissioner Meyer had been a student of his at the college and he was a student that could worked well on his own, but was not afraid to ask for advice.  Commissioner Schmidt commented that he had observed that Commissioner Meyer continued to be a student of issues and the people that he serves as Commissioner, which were good qualities of a great leader.  Commissioner Schmidt stated that he felt that Commissioner Meyer would continue the tradition of leadership; therefore, it was his pleasure to nominate Commissioner Meyer as the Mayor for 2018.  Commissioner Schmidt continued stating that, in keeping with the spirit of correct parliamentary procedure, he would also move that the rules be suspended and close the nominations and cast a unanimous ballot for Commissioner Meyer as Mayor for 2018.  Mayor Kumberg granted the suspension of rules and asked for a vote on the motion on the floor.  The motion passed unanimously.  Outgoing Mayor Kumberg relinquished the Mayor seat to incoming Mayor Meyer.

·        Nomination for Vice-Mayor: 

Mayor Meyer stated that Commissioner Kumberg was the youngest Mayor to hold office on the City of Pratt Commission and it had been a learning experience, which he performed very well.  Mayor Meyer congratulated Commissioner Leslie on his new position and informed the audience that Commissioner Leslie had been very diligent in his attendance to every meeting since being elected and had been involved with all decisions since then.  Mayor Meyer thanked all the Commissioners and added that they were a diverse group and they all brought a lot to the table and want what was right for the taxpayers. 

With no further discussion, Commissioner Peters made a motion to nominate Commissioner Kumberg as Vice-Mayor during this transition year of 2018.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leslie and carried unanimously. 

·        Designation of Official City Depositories – The Peoples Bank, First National Bank and First State Bank: 

Commissioner Peters made a motion to approve the official City depositories as The Peoples Bank, First National Bank and the First State Bank.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously. 

·        Designation of Official City Newspaper: 

Commissioner Schmidt made a motion to approve The Pratt Tribune as the official City Newspaper.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously. 

BUSINESS: 

CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RE-APPOINTMENTS TO THE CEMETERY BOARD:

Public Works Director Rambat stated that there were two terms on the Cemetery Board that were going to expire at the end of the month.  Mr. Rambat commented that Ms. Rita Hitt and Mr. Tom Jones were good attendees and had expressed interest in serving another three years.  Commissioner Peters made a motion to re-appoint Ms. Rita Hitt and Mr. Tom Jones to an additional three year term on the Cemetery Board as recommended.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously.

CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE 1801 AMENDING SALARIES TO REFLECT THE 2% COST OF LIVING RAISE: 

City Attorney Goff stated that this ordinance mirrors the current ordinance with the addition of the 2% increase.    Ms. Goff pointed out that the current ordinance had the salaries for department heads up to $100,000; however, this ordinance increased that to $150,000 to allow for the 2%.   

The following Ordinance 1811 was then presented to the Commission for their approval:  AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 1617; CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION OF HOURLY EMPLOYEES AND SALARIES OF ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF PRATT, KANSAS.  Commissioner Kumberg made a motion to approve Ordinance 1811 amending Ordinance 1617.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Leslie and carried unanimously. 

CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF 2018 PRATT MUNICIPAL JUDGE AGREEMENT (REFLECTS THE 2% SALARY INCREASE): 

City Attorney Goff reminded the Commission that they had approved the Municipal Judge agreement at the last meeting; however, this contract includes the 2% salary increase.  Commissioner Kumberg made a motion to approve the 2018 Pratt Municipal Judge Agreement reflecting the 2% salary increase.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously. 

OPEN AGENDA:

·        Biking event: 

Mr. Dan McAnarney stated that he had stopped in to visit with Police Chief Myers about a bike event that was being coordinated by Mr. Eric Sutter on April 28th.  Mr. McAnarney commented that the route would include Pratt, Medicine Lodge and Sun City.  Mr. McAnarney explained that the event would start in Lemon Park and stated that they might need an escort out of town.  Commissioner Peters questioned if Chief Myers would need to get with the County.  Chief Myers stated that he would and they would be taking the route south on Highway 281 and turning on the first dirt road and following township roads after that.   

City Manager Eckert stated that he had visited with Mr. Sutter and, since he was in Kuwait, he had gone over to Wichita to see about getting a fly over with the Black Hawks to start the race.  Mr. Eckert commented that there had to be two original signatures on the request.  Mr. Eckert explained that situation with Mr. Sutter’s absence to the FAA and the supervisor approved the request even without the one signature being an original.  Mr. Eckert added that that part was now complete.  Mayor Meyer stated that these were exactly the events that we want coming to Pratt.  Mr. Eckert stated that he knew of over one hundred being registered already.  Mr. Eckert added that they would be looking for volunteers during the three day event and they were hoping it would become an annual event. 

REPORTS: 

·        ED Consultant: 

City Manager Eckert stated that Ms. Heather Morgan, ED consultant, was keeping everybody on their toes.  Mr. Eckert commented that he was looking for a lot of increase in opportunities with the direction of Ms. Morgan.  Mr. Eckert added that the City and County had a six month agreement with Ms. Morgan and they might want more. 

·        Sheriff sale: 

Mr. Eckert stated that he had attended the Sheriff Tax sale today and it was good for the City.  Commissioner Kumberg questioned how many properties were sold today that the City had been mowing.  Building Inspector Blankenship stated that there were eight that he knew of. 

·        Next Meeting with Ms. Morgan: 

Commissioner Peters questioned when Ms. Morgan would be back in Pratt.  Mr. Eckert stated that she could be in Pratt tomorrow, but it was not a joint meeting; however, he was more than welcome to come down.  Commissioner Kumberg stated that he thought it was going to be sometime in February before the next joint meeting. 

City Attorney: 

·        Pit Bull Ordinance: 

City Attorney Goff reminded the Commission that they had directed her to report to the Commission concerning pit bulls.  Ms. Goff stated that there were ninety jurisdictions that had some form of restriction on pit bulls and those restriction had begun to weaken since the mid-2000’s.  Ms. Goff commented that a lot of those jurisdictions had taken a different direction by limiting the number per household, having the pit bull sterilized and microchipped.  Ms. Goff stated that she had given the Commissioners a draft of what the ordinance would look like if we took out the language describing a pit bull as a vicious animal and that would be discussed at the next meeting.   

Ms. Goff informed the Commission that it was difficult for law enforcement in Pratt to enforce this ordinance in the City and they were often asked to make a difficult decision, which they struggle with.  Police Chief Myers stated that a majority of pit bulls were non-vicious ones.  Chief Myers explained that, if a person’s pit bull had been taken and they find out about the current ordinance, they often state that they would not have moved to Pratt.  Commissioner Leslie stated that pit bulls were a breed for fighting; however, they could be tamed to be a house pet and a good one.  Commissioner Leslie commented that he would favor the stipulation that they be allowed, but could not be chained up.  Commissioner Leslie added that they were a breed that take a lot of care or they could turn; therefore, he was more in favor of a restriction of not being left outside or chained.  Ms. Goff stated that she was not advocating one way or another and would be happy to draft what the Commission desires.  Mayor Meyer stated that the Commissioners should review the draft ordinance and see what they wanted to do.   

City Manager Eckert stated that there was one jurisdiction that had a pit bull as their drug dog.  Mr. Eckert commented that we would have a problem bringing it in here with the current ordinance in place.   

Public Works: 

·        Bid for truck:

Public Works Director Rambat stated that he had gone out for bids for a new sanitation truck and those bids would be opened tomorrow.  Mr. Rambat stated that they were wanting to see the dollar amount and maybe go with a five year lease.  Mr. Rambat commented that each of the bidding companies provided financing and he would look at that avenue.  Mr. Rambat added that we did have the right to refuse or reject any or all bids.

·        Ditches:

Mr. Rambat stated that the street department had been keeping busy cleaning out ditches and helping the line department clean up trees behind McDonald’s. 

·        Pool bids: 

Mr. Rambat informed the Commission that he would be sending out bids to paint the pool.  Mr. Rambat commented that it needed a good power wash to remove all the paint that was chipping.  Mr. Rambat stated that a local company had been keeping up on the maintenance of the slide. 

·        Sanitation department:

Mr. Rambat stated that the sanitation department chose to work the holidays so they could keep up.  Mr. Rambat commented that City Manager Eckert’s wife had made them cookies to thank them for the job they do.  Mayor Meyer commented that we take those guys for granted. 

Inspection Department: 

·        Casey’s: 

Building Inspector Blankenship stated that he would be doing the final inspection for Casey’s tomorrow. 

·        Dental office: 

Mr. Blankenship stated that the dentist office was getting out of the ground. 

·        Americare: 

Mr. Blankenship commented that the engineer and architect were moving along with the Americare Health Care Company and were anxious to get going. 

·        City Hall remodel: 

Mr. Blankenship stated that the breakroom in City Hall was done with the exception of a little bit of painting around the door. 

Electric Departments:

·        Power Plant: 

Director of Electric Utilities Huber stated that the power plant was almost put back together.  Mr. Huber commented that they were trying to get with Fairbanks to be here by the end of the month because they wanted somebody there to monitor it.

·        Truck Lease: 

Mr. Huber stated that they were looking into leasing a service truck. 

Police Department: 

·        Crime Stats: 

Chief Myers reported on the crime stats for December 2017.  Attached are those figures: 

·        Active shooter drill: 

Chief Myers stated that his department had participated in the active shooter training at the college last week along with EMS and fire.  Chief Myers commented that it went well and that they did have an employee from the college take it upon himself to find the shooter and neutralize him.  Mayor Meyer stated that he had been with Chief Myers and was totally impressed with the officers and how efficient and professional they were.  Mayor Meyer stated that the KBI had done a great job and issues were found, which was what the exercise was for.  

Commissioner Kumberg stated that he had not heard that a person could text 911.  Chief Myers stated that texts and calls come in on the dispatcher’s screen.  Chief Myers stated that they also had the ability to help the hearing impaired.  Chief Myers commented that they did have a little issue not knowing if the 911 calls coming in were the training or an actual emergency call. 

·        900 Block of N. Jackson:

Chief Myers stated that he had been contacted by a lady in the 900 block of North Jackson concerning signs in the area stating that there were impaired children playing in the area.  Chief Myers commented that he had gotten with Public Works Director Rambat and he felt that we could get a sign that warns people to watch for children playing.

Finance Department:

·        Year end: 

Finance Director Garten stated that her department was busy in January with year-end payables, W-9’s and setting up for 2018.  Commissioner Peters asked if they would have the 2017 books closed by next Monday.  Ms. Garten stated that she could get them what she would have, but it was usually the middle of February before bills were all paid. 

Mayor and Commission: 

·        Mark McManaman’s retirement: 

Mayor Meyer reminded everyone that there was a retirement party for Mr. Mark McManaman on the 12th at the Community Center.


·        Pratt Prevention Partnership:

Mayor Meyer stated that he had some information put in the packet concerning the Pratt Prevention Partnership and their event on March 21st. 

·        Welcoming: 

Commissioner Leslie thanked everyone for the warm welcome and added that he looked forward to working with everybody.  

Executive Session #1: 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to enter into executive session for confidential data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of second parties to last ten minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously. 

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Peters and carried unanimously. 

Executive Session #2:

Mayor Meyer made a motion to go into executive session for confidential data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of second parties to last twenty minutes.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Schmidt and carried unanimously.

Mayor Meyer made a motion to return from executive session with nothing to report.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Kumberg and carried unanimously. 

ADJOURN: 

Upon proper motion, the meeting was adjourned.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                ______________________________________
DOUG MEYER Mayor

ATTEST:

____________________________________
LUANN KRAMER, City Clerk

2017 Crime Stats
Feb ‘17 Mar ‘17 Apr. '17 May '17 June '17 July '17 Aug. '17 Sept. '17 Oct. '17 Nov. '17 Dec. '17  
                2   1 Abuse/Dependent Adult
        1 1 1     1   Abandoned Vehicle - Towed
1 3 1 1 5 2 4     1   Animal Bite
  1 1 1     2 1       Aggravated Assault/Battery
    1   2   2 3 1   2 Alcohol
              1       Animal Bite
  2   2   2 3 2 2 4   Animal/Livestock
3 6 5 3   1 1 5 3 3 1 Assault / Battery
    2 4 3 4 1   3 2 2 Assault / Battery - DV
        1             Assist Fire
    2 2 2 2       1 1 Assist Other Agency 
  6 2 2 2 5 1   4 5 2 Burglary - Building
1 1 2 2 1   1 3 3 1   Burglary - Vehicle
  2 1 1 2   2 2 4 3 4 Care/Treatment
      1     1   1     Child Abuse
  1 1 2   3 2 2 1 5 2 Child in Need of Care
3 4 1 3 4 8 10 1 3 7 7 Citizen Assist
            1         Curfew Violation
  1   2   2   3 2 2 1 Death Investigation
7 4 6 10 4 6 2 6 7 3 4 Disturbance
18 14 11 15 11 5 15 26 14 16 7 DL Violations 
3 2 2 2   1 5 1 6 1   Drug Violation - Felony
  4 2 3 1   3 8 5 7 6 Drug Violation - Misdemeanor
    1 2 1 1   1 1 1 1 DUI
                1     Explosives
1 1 2 1   1 2 1 1   1 Forgery / Counterfeit
    1     1     1   1 Identify Theft
      2   2   2 1 1 3 Incident Type Not Listed
18 13 16 14 13 17 18 11 16 13 14 Larceny / Embezzlement / Fraud
5 3 3 4 4 5 2 3 1   1 Lost / Found Property
1             1 2 2   Missing Person - Juvenile
              1       Motor Vehicle Theft
3                     No Type Listed
      2       2   1   Obstruct/Interfere Law Enf.
          1 1         Offenses Against Fam/Children
    2       1         Open Door
4 4 9 10 5 10 11 8 6 8 7 Other Offense
          1     1     Pharmaceutical Theft
4 3 5 8   6 7 8 6 8 4 Property Damage
    1 1 3             Prowler
                  1   Record Entry
  1                   Robbery
            1     1   Sex Crime - Adult
1           1 1 1 3 2 Sex Crime - Child
  3 3 2     1 2   3 2 Specific Request
1             1       Stalking
  2     1 1       1   Stolen Property
    1                 Theft - Motor Vehicle
1     1   1       5   Threat
  1 2 1 1 1 1 1 2   2 Traffic Accident – Injury
10 15 10 18 19 15 13 13 14 21 13 Traffic Accident - Prop. Damage
  5   2 1 2 1 1 2   1 Trespass
  1 2     1 3       2 Violation of PFA/PFS
4 6 3 7 3 8 7 8 3 4 3 Warrant Arrests
  1               2   Weapons/Firearms
                       
92 110 101 131 90 116 127 129 120 137 97 Total Cases
                       
Municipal Court Caseload 
Feb ‘17 Mar ‘17 Apr. '17 May '17 June '17 July '17 Aug. '17 Sept. '17 Oct. '17 Nov. '17 Dec. '17  
82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 Cases Pending 
1   1 1 2       2   2 DUI
                  1   Wreckless Driving
1                     Fleeing a Police Officer
115  91 69 155 108 54 126 113 97 73 45 Other Traffic Violations
2  3 5 5 2 5 4 3 2 2 6 Crimes Against Persons
4  7 7 6 7 11 3 3 5 5 5 Crimes Against Property
4  4   5 1 1 4 4 13 1 2 Other Crimes
9 4 1 1 1 1   1 2 1   Parking Violations
  1     6   3   2 5   Dog Violations
136 110  165 173 127 72 140 124 123 88 60 Total Filings 
218  192 247 255 209 154 222 206 205 170 142 Total Case Load 
                       
                      Number of Cases Disposed of 
DUI All Other Cases                    
0 77 63 67 160 53 65 67 84 68 58 Guilty Pleas
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0   Bond Forfeitures
0 13 23 21 32 27 31 25 29 13 30 Dismissals
0 1 3 0 2 0 1 1 0 1 1 Trials (Not Guilty Pleas)
                    1 DUI-Guilty Please
0 7 6 4 20 1 15 11 6 4 7 Diversion Agreement
0 98 95 92 214 88 112 104 119 86 97 Total Dispositions
                       
0 94 152 163 7 66 110 102 86 84 45 Cases Pending
                       
                      MUNICIPAL COURT REVENUE
JAN. '16 JAN. '17                    
$10,347.00 $14,544.00                    
                       
FEB. '16 FEB. '17                    
$14,467.00 $16,809.76                    
                       
MAR. '16 MAR. '17                    
$13,793.00 $20,131.74                    
                       
APR. '16 APR. '17                    
$10,000.00 $15,142.00                    
                       
MAY '16 MAY '17                    
$12,678.00 $10,108.00                    
                       
JUNE '16 JUNE '17                    
$11,834.12 $14,798.55                    
                       
JULY '16 JULY '17                    
$10,274.00 $13,421.00                    
                       
Aug. '16 Aug. '17                    
$10,062.00 $15,140.00                    
                       
Sept. '16 Sept. '17                    
$8,840.00 $14,848.00                    
                       
Oct. '16 Oct. '17                    
$9,653.00 $14,631.00                    
                       
Nov. '16 Nov. '17                    
$13,860.00 $18,625.00                    
                       
Dect. '16 Dec. '17                    
$11,203.29                      
$125,808.12 $168,199.05                   Totals