June 13, 2006 Regular Meeting
CITY OF ANDERSON
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Present: Staff:
Mike Pearson, Mayor Nancy Hollis, Clerk
William Nelson Dave Talerico
Clint Berry arrived @
Excused:
ROLL CALL The Regular Meeting of the Anderson City Council was called to order by Mayor Mike Pearson at
AGENDA APPROVAL M/S D. Frisbie/A. Archer moved to approve the agenda with the following changes:
Add: 14 i) Park Fees
There was no further discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
Minutes M/S D. Frisbie/W. Nelson moved to approve the following minutes:
Regular Meeting,
No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
Correspondence Clerk Hollis stated that all council members received correspondence from Alaska Railroad regarding weed control along the railroad. It was suggested that we invite them to our next meeting.
Financial Reports M/S A. Miller/A. Archer moved to receive the financial reports for May 2006. No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
Bills to be Paid M/S D. Frisbie/W. Nelson moved to approve the Bills to be Paid for May 2006.
There was no further discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
PDC, Inc
Village Safe Water Grant Representatives from PDC, Inc were in the audience and gave the council an overview of the grant process for the community waste water system and the regional lagoon facility. It is imperative that the city selects the two sites as soon as possible. PDC, Inc informed the council of the possible sites and the pro's and con's of each site. Council members were concerned with the close proximity of the community wastewater site to the homes on the north side of town.
Meeting Recessed Meeting was recessed at
Meeting Reconvened Meeting was reconvened at
PDC, Inc
Discussion Continued It was suggested by the council members that PDC, Inc rotate the wastewater plan parallel to the dike, this would increase the distance another 250 to 300 feet. Doug Poage, Village Safe Water, on teleconference was concerned on the cost difference between the two regional sites. He estimated that approximately $500,000.00 difference between the two. Building at the existing site would be more expensive in addition to obtaining FAA approval. Doug recommended that we select the site at the Borough Landfill. It was decided that the city will hold a special meeting on the 20th of July @
Public Access Brad Frabizo commented on the following:
Web site: Looks good
Pay Phone: Needs a gutter or protection from the rain.
DMV: Sign needs to be posted.
Mayor Talerico,
1. Evacuation Plan
2. Bluegrass Festival ( possible gate on band stand)
Lions Club Report None
Department Reports
Public Safety Anderson Fire Department has vehicles on the fire.
Park None
Environmental None
Land Use None
Public Works Mayor Pearson stated that the Denali Borough Matching grant is almost done. To date, we have demolished one building, but would like to get another two buildings done at least.
Vacancy Appointments The city clerk did not received any candidates for the one remaining open seat. Will be advertised again this next month.
Public Hearings Public Hearings were held for Ordinance 06-02 Fy 06 Amended Budget and Ordinance 06-03 FY07 Budgets. There was no public input.
OLD BUSINESS
Surveying M/S A. Archer/
Ordinance 06-02
Amended FY06 Budget M/S A. Archer/C. Berry moved to approve Ordinance 06-02 Amended FY06 Budget. Clerk Hollis reviewed the changes from the last meeting. She stated that this is basically a closeout of the financial year. No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously, Council Member W. Nelson was not present for the vote.
Ordinance 06-03
FY07 Budget M/S W. Nelson/D. Frisbie moved to approve Ordinance 06-03 FY 07 Budget. Clerk Hollis reviewed the changes from last month. No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously. Mayor Pearson was not present for the vote.
VSW Grant Clerk Hollis stated that PDC, Inc had called and asked what our charges were for gravel. It was the consensus of the city council that we charge our normal rate of $ 2.00 per yard.
NEW BUSINESS
Rock Crusher Berry Bros 4X4 submitted a proposal for renovation of the rock crusher. Clerk Hollis stated that she had contacted the state grant personnel and informed the council that the contractor would have to pay Davis and Beacon Wages. For a contractor to comply with this requirement, it would reduce the amount of work that could be completed on the project. Mayor Pearson and Council Person Nelson will be trying to find employees that are certified to complete the job.
Use of City equipment Mayor Pearson stated that a few residents had asked him if the city equipment was available for rent.
M/S D. Frisbie/W. Nelson moved to not rent or loan out the city equipment on a routine basis, but instead written proposals from residents be forwarded to the city council for a case by case determination. No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
Open Meetings Act Clerk Hollis informed the council of upcoming parliamentary procedure training on July 20th. She encouraged all council members to attend.
Stipends for
Personnel M/S A. Archer/W. Nelson moved to approve a stipend of $ 50.00 for the first three responders that respond to an emergency effective
Mini-Grant Application Clerk Hollis stated that the Mini-grant application was due in July. This is the same grant that we received funding for the rock crusher. Due to time constraints, it was decided that the city would not apply for it.
Change in DMV Days It was the consensus of the city council for a trial period of opening the DMV on Mondays at the end of June. Due to increased volume, the council was hoping that this would make it easier for customers to do their business.
Old Firehall Rental M/S W. Nelson/A. Archer moved to not to rent out the Old Fire Hall at the present time. Public Safety equipment will be given first priority for the use of the building. If at some point space is available, it will be put out for public written proposal. Mayor Pearson stated that we have obtained two new pieces of equipment and they need room to store the equipment. No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously.
Garage Rental M/S W. Nelson/A. Archer moved to advertise for written proposals for rental of the Public Works garage stall for 30 days. Proposals will be evaluated at our next meeting. Building space would be available August 1st. No further discussion. Motion passeed unanimously with Council Member
M/S A. Archer/W. Nelson moved to rent the current space @ $400.00 to Berry Bros 4X4 on a month-to-month basis until the council approves the lease proposals. No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously with
Park Fees M/S W. Nelson/A. Miller moved to approve the following rates for rental of
$ 30.00 a day for each crew
No further discussion. Motion passed with a vote of 5 to 1 with Frisbie voting no.
M/S A. Archer/W. Nelson moved to approve the following rates for rental of
$ 300.00 a day for the park while Forestry is staging for incident command at the Park.
No further discussion. Motion passed unanimously. Motion passed with a vote of 5 to 1 with Frisbie voting no.
ADJOURMENT M/S A. Archer/W. Nelson moved to adjourn the meeting @