Buffalo Wyoming City Council Meeting Minutes 12/04/07
Jan 10, 2008
Recorder: Julie Silbernagel

CITY OF BUFFALO
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
December 4, 2007
The Buffalo City Council met in Regular Session in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Present were Mayor Anderson, Councilman Johnson, Councilman Hancock and Councilman Humphrey. Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Councilman Humphrey made a motion to approve the November 20, 2007 Regular Council Meeting minutes. Councilman Johnson seconded the motion and all Council members voted aye.
A Public Hearing was held for the 2008 renewal of the following liquor licenses:
American Legion, Powder River Post #13 – Limited Retail Liquor License, bar located in center of East Side of building situated at 18 Veterans Avenue.
Buffalo Golf Club, Inc. d/b/a Buffalo Golf Club – Limited Retail Liquor License, bar located in the upper level of clubhouse, situated at 500 West Hart.
Jun Wen Liu d/b/a China Garden – Restaurant Liquor License, bar located in southwest corner of building situated at 386 North Main Street.
Kevin J. & Mary E. Legerski d/b/a/ Grandma’s Family Restaurant – Restaurant Liquor License, bar located in the middle back of building situated at 845 Fort Street.
High Plains Pizza, Inc. d/b/a Pizza Hut – Restaurant Liquor License, bar located in center of building situated at 110 East Hart Street.
Tuma, Inc. d/b/a Bozeman Trail Steakhouse – Retail Liquor License, bar located in NW portion of building, additional dispensing room located in SE corner of building situated at 675 East Hart Street.
JCE Inc. d/b/a Century Club – Retail Liquor License, first floor of building situated at 14 South Main Street.
City Liquor, LLC d/b/a City Liquor – Retail Liquor License, in the building situated at 490 Fort Street.
Buffalo Properties, LLC d/b/a Best Western Crossroads Inn – Retail Liquor License, bar located in South portion of building situated at 75 North By-Pass Road.
DJ’s Liquor Store, LLC d/b/a DJ’s Liquor Store – Retail Liquor License, in the building situated at 889 Fort Street.
LBCB, LLC d/b/a Crazy Woman Liquors – Retail Liquor License, in the building situated at 150 East Hart Street.
Occidental Saloon, LLC d/b/a Occidental Saloon – Retail Liquor License, located in the center section of hotel situated at 18 North Main Street.
Don Seals Enterprises, Inc. d/b/a Ray’s Liquor – Retail Liquor License, located in the SW corner of building situated at 207 South By-Pass Road.
Warren Schroefel d/b/a Short Stop – Retail Liquor License, in the building situated at 74 U.S. Hwy 16E.
WaHoo Likkers, Inc., d/b/a WaHoo Likkers – Retail Liquor License, in the building situated at 215 North Main Street.
Clerk Silbernagel addressed questions from Council regarding the absence of the White Buffalo and the Buffalo Steakhouse liquor license renewals. Mayor Anderson closed the Public Hearing. Councilman Hancock made a motion to approve the above licenses for 2008 as there were no adverse comments. Motion was seconded by Councilman Johnson and all Council members voted aye.
Ordinance #1296 – An Ordinance Providing for the Vacation of the Alley Between lots Three(3), Four(4), Five(5), Six(6), Seven(7), Eight(8), Nine(9), and Ten(10) in block twelve(12) of the Carwile Addition to the City of Buffalo, Wyoming was presented for third and final reading. Councilman Johnson made a motion to approve Ordinance #1296 on third and final reading with a second from Councilman Humphrey. All Council members voted aye.
Mayor Anderson recommended to Council that the Council Vacancy be filled by Don Vogl. Anderson further explained that the vacancy would be filled through 2008 and would be open for election in November 2008. Councilman Humphrey made a motion to appoint Don Vogl to fill the Council Vacancy with a second from Councilman Hancock. Councilman Johnson thanked all applicants for their interest in the position on behalf of the Council. All Council members voted aye. Mayor Anderson explained that the Oath of Office would be administered at the December 18, 2007 Council meeting. Anderson also thanked all the applicants for their interest in the position.
The following Board appointment was reviewed and approved: Lodging Tax Board – one unexpired term – Brian Heller. Councilman Hancock made a motion to approve the appointment with a second from Councilman Humphrey. All Council members voted aye.
Mayor Anderson explained that the City of Buffalo would like to change the billing structure for water, sewer and sanitation to a monthly billing for all users. Anderson then presented the following three ordinances for approval:
Ordinance #1297 – An Ordinance Amending those sections 27-24 and 27-25 of the Code of the City of Buffalo, Wyoming, pertaining to Water Rates and Meter Rates.
Ordinance #1298 – An Ordinance Amending those sections 10-1.8, parts 6 through 9 of the Code of the City of Buffalo, Wyoming, pertaining to the collection practice of garbage, trash and other waste matter.
Ordinance #1299 – An Ordinance Amending that section 27-38.2 of the Code of the City of Buffalo, Wyoming, pertaining to bi-monthly sewer usage fees.
Councilman Johnson made a motion to approve Ordinances #1297, #1298, and #1299 on first reading. Councilman Humphrey seconded the motion and all Council members voted aye.
Bobbie Walseth, Buffalo Senior Center Director, updated Council on the bid opening on November 26, 2007 for the entryway at the Senior Center. Walseth explained that there was one bidder and the bid amount was $93,272.00 + architect fees. Walseth stated the City had previously committed to $85,000.00 for the project. Walseth asked that the City consider funding the entire bid amount of $93,272.00 with the architect fees being paid by the Senior Center. Walseth then answered questions from the Council. Councilman Johnson made a motion to increase the City funding from $85,000 to $93,272 with a second from Councilman Humphrey. All Council members voted aye. Walseth thanked the City of Buffalo for supporting the senior citizens.
Gladys Gunderman, Mountain Plains Heritage Park, updated Council on the accomplishments at the park and informed of future projects on which the board is working. Mayor Anderson thanked Gunderman and Jo Robinson for their efforts on the board and discussed upcoming board vacancies.
City Planner, Colin Betzler, informed council of the updated equipment needed for the weather station and further explained that the funding would come from Homeland Security Emergency Management funds. Betzler also updated Council on the status of the 6” resolution imagery, rezoning procedures, Trails Board and the Buffalo Ridge Subdivision.
Public Works Director, Les Hook, presented the bid opening results for the Fort Street Waterline Replacement Project to Council. Hook announced that Hot Iron, Inc. was the apparent low bidder and explained the irregular item in the Contractor’s bid. Councilman Hancock made a motion to award the bid to Hot Iron, Inc. in the amount of $194,222.85. Councilman Humphrey seconded the motion and all Council members voted aye.
Hook also updated Council on the status of the following projects: traveling water screen, Northridge drainage and the Water Treatment Plant Expansion.
Ben Kirven, City Attorney, thanked Council for funding his training this past week regarding law-enforcement matters. Kirven also updated Council on the proposed Twin Lakes subdivision ruling.
Project Coordinator/Building Inspector, Chris Spencer, called Council’s attention to cleanup efforts on property that had suffered a fire this past fall. Spencer recommended the City hire the cleanup work to be done in an effort to control litter and safety in this area. Councilman Hancock questioned whether a controlled burn by the Fire Department would be beneficial. Council directed Spencer to visit with the City Attorney regarding options before proceeding.
Spencer also informed Council about a subcontractor problem on the Holiday Inn Express that is being constructed. Spencer recommended suspending the subcontractor’s license and fining the company for not building according to agreed specifications. Councilman Hancock made a motion to suspend the license and fine the subcontractor. Councilman Johnson seconded the motion and all Council members voted aye.
Mike Chapman, Police Chief, announced that the County Commissioners would pay for a new emergency phone line recorder from 9-1-1 funds. Chapman also stated the Christmas Parade was a success with no major problems. Chapman also updated Council on training schedules for officers and dispatchers.
In closing, Mayor Anderson reminded Council of the Employee Appreciation Dinner on December 15th, 2007 and the Wyoming Association of Municipalities Winter Workshop January 16-18, 2008 in Casper. Anderson also informed Council that the first Council meeting in January would be January 2, 2008.
The following bills were audited and approved for payment: A-Trac Computer Sales, supply – 189.99; Ace Hardware, supply – 538.44; Alltel, service – 1,206.92; American Linen, service – 643.35; American Water Works Ass’n, membership – 150.00; Anderson, Gary, reimbursement – 78.33; B & L Upholstery, supply – 225.00; Bankston, Alicia, reimbursement – 308.30; Betz, Linda, service – 398.50; Big Horn Welding, supply – 965.28; Big Horn Mtn. Radio Network, supply – 150.00; Black Hawk Crane & Rigging, supply – 1,289.00; Blakeman Propane, supply – 431.80; Bloedorn Lumber, supply – 835.25; BlueCross/BlueShield, insurance – 39,206.37; Bolinger Welding, supply – 47.52; Brenntag Pacific, supply – 794.95; Bresnan, service – 109.90; Buckingham Lumber, supply – 196.75; Buffalo Bulletin, supply – 1,215.80; Buffalo Children’s Center, agreement – 961.92; Buffalo Glass, supply – 4.50; Buffalo Golf Club, agreement – 22,680.00; Buffalo Senior Center, agreement – 2,536.84, Boone, Hillary, service – 260.00; City Electric, supply – 157.20; Chesbro Electric, supply – 405.95; Clear Creek Printers, supply – 346.75; Cloud Peak Rental, supply – 60.00; Collins Communication, agreement – 180.00; Collections, Inc., supply – 17.82; Culligan, supply – 125.50; D.J.’s, supply – 132.03; Dakota Steel & Supply, supply – 908.48; Dept. of Fire Prevention, supply – 200.02; Driver & Vehicle Records, supply – 3.00; Family Medical Center, supply – 162.00; First National Bank, agreement – 250.00; FSH Communication, service – 70.00; Gall’s, supply – 754.81; Gases Plus, supply – 48.63; Goddard, Wages & Vogl, reimbursement – 150.00; Hach, supply – 284.70; Hall, Nancy, service – 180.00; High Country Insulation, supply – 200.00; Hot Iron, contract – 28,022.00; Hydro Construction, contract – 600,087.12; ICC, supply – 55.25; Industrial Systems, supply – 700.49; Inter-Mountain Labs, supply – 60.00; JPMorgan Chase Bank, contract – 66,676.35; J.C. Healthcare, supply – 182.00; J.C. Solid Waste District, supply – 12,637.50; J.C. YMCA, agreement – 14,193.94; JPB Fuel, supply – 7,231.77; Joy Appliance, supply – 174.44; Kiefer, Alan, reimbursement – 137.00; Kirven & Kirven, supply – 725.00; Kois Brothers, supply – 2,517.76; Lacal Equip., supply – 140.84; MTR Ranch, supply – 12.15; Michelena, supply – 924.71; The Mini, supply – 30.00; MDU, service – 1,243.65; Mountain Auto, supply – 546.30; Mr. R’s, supply – 30.00; Municipal Supply, supply – 9,080.00; Mullinax Concrete, supply – 642.00; Myers Construction, contract – 7,448.09; NCPERS, insurance – 172.00; Northwest Pipe Fittings, supply – 55.68; The Office, supply – 1,148.99; The Oil Barn, supply – 50.00; Pitney Bowes, supply – 165.72; Polyester Blends, supply – 50.00; Postage by Phone, supply – 400.00; Powder River Energy, supply – 3,129.91; Powder River Heating, supply – 14,675.00; Public Safety Warehouse, supply – 744.31; QA Balance, supply – 756.00; Qwest, supply – 2,005.34; Radar Shop, supply – 354.00; Reimann Oil, supply – 40.00; Rocky Mountain Fresh Food, supply – 36.49; Rocky Mountain Power, supply – 15,778.88; Ron’s Plumbing, supply – 3,975.62; RTW, contract – 94,810.62; St. Francis Animal Shelter, agreement – 1,200.00; Safety-West, supply – 59.43; Servall, supply – 114.76; Silvertip Electric, supply – 3,161.85; State of Wyoming, membership – 260.00; Stewart & Stevenson, supply – 29.76; Technology Net, membership – 300.00; Transparent Technologies, supply – 17,092.36; Visa, supply – 2,358.11; Visionary, supply – 267.75; WCS Telecom, supply – 194.99; Wal-Mart, supply – 153.88; Wedeco, supply – 156.13; Wear Parts, supply – 183.22; Western Plains Machinery, supply – 69.49; Wild West Cellular, supply – 115.00; Wingfoot, supply – 1,492.23; WAM, supply – 271.00; WY Child Support, agreement – 1,016.00; WyoPass, membership – 50.00; WY Retirement, retirement – 23,836.73; WEBT, insurance – 385.87; WY Ass’n/Rural Water Systems, membership – 235.00; WY Water Devel. Comm., agreement – 246,364.69; WY State Treasurer, supply – 10.00; WY Workers’ Comp., insurance, - 4,125.31; Xerox, agreement – 42.26.
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m.

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