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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-24-1995 Mechanical Mechanical Committee City Council Chambers October 24, 1995 6:30 P.M. Members Present: Joanne Shores, Jim Hartford, Jim May Others Present: Don Edwards, Jim Elson, Ray McKinney, George Spahn, Mike Elam, Michael Jackson, Clif O'Brien, Gary Orwig, Steve White, Clark Wilson, Bob Molleck, Brad Shoats, John Froehling Public Safety & Traffic Committee Joann Shores, Chairman The first item on the agenda was the fire report. Michael Jackson gave an overview of his report. He stated that he has included the memorandums from the assistant chiefs to provide the committee with an idea of the information received to develop the report. No action was necessary by the Committee on this matter. As an informational item, Mayor Edwards informed the Committee that upon a request from the EPA and the contractor, he, Mike Elam and Michael Jackson agreed to close off a portion of 2nd Avenue for the placement of the shredder. The police report was next. Mike Elam stated the report was self explanatory and noted this is the second month the criminal arrests have been below 100. No action was necessary on the report at this time. Mike informed the Committee he has passed the course he was attending. Mayor Edwards congratulated Mike for his achievement. He stated this was, done partially on Mike's own time and the expenses were picked up by the state. The ESMA report was next. Mayor Edwards stated that Howard Williams was excused from the meeting. He had indicated that the sirens had been tested and are all working. The bids for the fire car and fire truck were next. A motion was made by Joanne Shores and seconded by Jim Hartford to open the bids. Voice vote. Motion carried. The results of the bid opening are listed on the attached tab sheet. Michael Jackson suggested that the two high bids be accepted. A motion was made by Joanne Shores and seconded by Jim May to send the bids to the City Council with a recommendation to accept the high bid. Voice vote. Motion carried. 1 ~irrr' `'~ The opening of a teen center was next on the agenda. Clark Wilson stated that Earl Hobbs is proposing to open a teen center in front of Flynn's Auto Salvage on Alder Street. This is zoned I-1. He is proposing to fence off the front portion and clean it up. Clark stated the he has met with Mr. Hobbs and Mr. Hobbs has provided everything requested. Earl Hobbs stated that he will have off duty police officers on the premises and intends to clean the building and grounds up. Mayor Edwards stated there are some concerns with the zoning, the potential problems with loud music and the question of a license required for a teen center. He stated that the arcade/amusements would have to be licensed. He stated that no smoking would be allowed due to the age group. Mr. Hobbs stated that he will have music, but, the building is insulated and the sound will be directed to the back of the building. He stated he intends to have a dress code and regulations. His target date is Thanksgiving vacation. Mike Elam stated he is concerned with the lighting of the lot, there are usually more problems outside than inside the buildings. He asked that "no loitering" signs be posted so that the police department will be able to enforce the law. Mr. Hobbs agreed. He stated that the hours will be 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and on Sunday when there is no school on Monday. He would like to eventually see it combined with a Wednesday night line dancing night for adults in the future. Mayor Edwards asked that Jim Elson check on the zoning and licensing requirement with Clark and suggested that Mr. Hobbs talk with the neighbors in the area. The hepatitis B vaccinations were next on the agenda. Michael Jackson stated that all the firefighters have had their shots. He stated there is no requirement by law to do the follow up and suggested that if the individual wants to do the follow up, it be at their expense. Mike Elam stated he has one officer and 13 auxiliary officers who need to have the series of vaccinations. The cost is $130 each. Gary Orwig stated he has a couple of employees who need to have the shots. A motion was made by Joanne Shores and seconded by Jim May recommending approval of the expenditure. Voice vote. Motion carried. A request for a sign variance for Midstate Auto Parts was next. Clark Wilson stated that they are wanting to put new signs on the north and west sides of the building and are requesting a 50 square foot variance. A motion was made by Joanne Shores and seconded by Jim Hartford to send the request to the City Council. Voice vote. Motion carried. The Feaster's request was next on the agenda. It was stated that this was approved by the City Council and no action was necessary at this time. Mobile Home Gardens was discussed next. Mayor Edwards stated that he had received a letter from Gary Barnhart indicating that the bank had gotten a lot back which contained a mobile home. The bank removed the mobile home and is wanting to replace it. This area was annexed to the city under AG-1 and was brought in as a non-conforming use. The 2 mobile home can not be replaced under the city's zoning ordinance. It was noted that the owners of the lots at that time were aware of this provision. Mayor Edwards stated this will be placed on the Legal and Ordinance Committee for discussion. No action was necessary by the Committee at this time. No further action was taken by the Committee and the Public Safety and Traffic Committee was adjourned. Streets and Garbage Committee Chet Phillips, Chairman The North 6th Avenue parking ordinance was next. Mike Elam stated that a door to door canvas was conducted in the block between Chestnut and Locust Streets and it was his recommendation that the parking be removed on the east side. Since that time two petitions had been received, one to eliminate all parking and one to keep all parking as is. Discussion. A motion was made by Jim Hartford and seconded by Jim May to send the ordinance back to the City Council with a recommendation to defeat the ordinance. Voice vote. Motion carried. Clif O'Brien requested permission to purchase a salt spreader for the two pick up trucks. This would be used in areas that a large truck will not fit. The cost is $1200. A motion was made by Jim May and seconded by Jim Hartford recommending approval of the expenditure. Voice vote. Motion carried. The Committee discussed the petition received concerning the limited use of an alley between Hanlon and Sam Scott Streets between 6th and 7th Avenues. A motion was made by Jim May and seconded by Jim Hartford to refer the petition to the Legal and Ordinance Committee. Voice vote. Motion carried. No further business was discussed and the Streets and Garbage Committee was adjourned. Lake, Buildings & Grounds Committee Jim Hartford, Chairman The first item was the chimney bids. Mayor Edwards stated that one bid was received. He has talked with Bob Anderson and they are recommending the chimney work be re-bid. A motion was made by Jim Hartford and seconded by Joanne Shores to reject the bid and to re-bid the chimney work with bids to be opened November 7th. Voice vote. Motion carried. Ray McKinney provided an overview of the objectives developed during the phase one study of the lake. He suggested the city do some of the items themselves instead of applying for and/or continuing with phase two of the program. His top priority is to install a water line to 3 Banner. He presented other recommendations for the improvements to the lake. Mayor Edwards stated he will write a letter to the WIRC to see if they can find a way to assist Canton with the lake problems. Committee agreed. No further business was on the agenda and the Lake, Buildings and Grounds Committee was adjourned. Public Works - Water and Sewer Committee Jim May, Chairman Gary Orwig requested permission to purchase a new backwash pump from Foremost Electric at a cost of $ 1,075.00 A motion was made by Jim Hartford and seconded by Jim May recommending approval of the expenditure. Voice vote. Motion carried. The Maple Street water line was discussed next. Alice Spotser stated that she has tried to get this line in since 1992. Mayor Edwards stated that the city has spent $2970 on the line and the boring has been done. The pipe is still on the job. Clif O'Brien explained the area and the approximate costs involved in putting in the line. Alice Spotser stated she wants to continue but does not want to pay all the costs. Discussion followed on the number of residences that would be able to hook into the line, the total cost, and the next steps. Mayor Edwards suggested that all the residents share in the cost or let no one hook on to the line. Committee agreed. Clif suggested Alice talk with the residents now that a total cost is known and get back with the city. Alice Spotser agreed. No further business was discussed and the Public Works - Water and Sewer Committee was adjourned. Kayma Duncan - Committee Secretary