Buffalo Wyoming City Council Meeting Minutes 04 /20/2010
Aug 11, 2010
Recorder:

CITY OF BUFFALO
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
April 20, 2010
The Buffalo City Council met in Regular Session in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Present were Councilwoman Reid, Councilman Dyess, Mayor Hancock, Councilman Humphrey and Councilman Hepp. Mayor Hancock called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Councilman Dyess made a motion to approve the April 6, 2010 Regular Council Meeting minutes. Councilman Humphrey seconded. Motion carried.
A Public Hearing was held for a Conditional Use Permit for a Beauty Salon at 121 Sunset Avenue. Public comment for the conditional use permit was heard from proposed beauty salon owner, Kathy Ballinger, as well as Bob Conley, Tom Gerritt, Ted Sutherland, Travis Green and Hilton Ballinger. Adverse public comment was heard from April Constantine. There being no further comment Mayor Hancock closed the public hearing.
A Public Hearing was held for a Conditional Use Permit for a Physical Therapy Facility at 160 W Hart Street. Public comment was heard from Kress Sherwood. There being no further comment Mayor Hancock closed the public hearing.
Dollie Iberlin, Johnson County Arts & Humanities Council and the Buffalo Development Association, requested Council permission to utilize space on City property on Main Street for small artist displays. Councilwoman Reid made a motion to support the endeavor with the location and artwork to be agreed upon at a later date. Councilman Dyess seconded the motion. Motion carried.
A letter request from the Buffalo Youth Baseball Association for permission to park a concessions trailer at Prosinski field during the mid-May to July 15th baseball season. Councilwoman Reid made a motion to approve the request with a second from Councilman Humphrey. Motion carried.
A letter request from Ray’s Liquor for a catering permit at the Johnson County Fairgrounds for the annual Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation dinner on May 1st from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. was presented for Council approval. Councilman Dyess made a motion to approve the request. Councilwoman Reid seconded. Motion carried.
A letter request from JCE, Inc. d/b/a Century Club for a catering permit at the Johnson County Fairgrounds for the Boys and Girls Club Texas Hold’em Tournament on April 24th from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. was presented for Council approval. Councilwoman Reid made a motion to approve the request with a second from Councilman Dyess. Motion carried.
Mayor Hancock read a proclamation declaring May 12, 2010 as Arbor Day in the City of Buffalo. Hancock invited everyone to the Arbor Day celebrations in Washington Park at 11 a.m. to include a dedication ceremony of the Pelloux Bridge.
Councilman Dyess made a motion to recess to executive session to discuss pending litigation. Councilwoman Reid seconded. Josh Rhoten, Buffalo Bulletin, requested Council rearrange the agenda and recess to executive session after action is taken on the Conditional Use permits. Councilwoman Reid made a motion to move the executive session later in the meeting. Councilman Dyess seconded. Motion carried.
The Conditional Use permit for the Beauty Salon at 121 Sunset Avenue was presented for Council approval. Councilman Hepp made a motion to approve the permit with conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilman Dyess seconded. Councilwoman Reid stated she understood the concern for increased traffic in the area but clarified the ordinance allowed for this type of business in that location. Motion carried.
The Conditional Use permit for the Physical Therapy facility at 160 W Hart was presented for Council approval. Councilman Hepp made a motion to approve the permit with conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilman Dyess seconded. Motion carried.
A letter from the pool board recommending Webber Concessions as the concessionaire this summer at the pool was presented for Council approval. Councilman Hepp made a motion to approve the recommendation with the condition that documentation of filed sales tax reports is provided.
Anthony Wendtland addressed Council to discuss pending litigation with the Frankovic Trust. Councilman Hepp made a motion to recess to executive session to discuss pending litigation. Councilman Humphrey seconded. Motion carried. Council recessed to executive session at 4:28 p.m. At 5:10 p.m. Councilman Hepp made a motion to resume the regular Council meeting. Councilman Dyess seconded. Motion carried.
Resolution #1294 – A Resolution approving a lot split for Block 1 HIB addition to the City of Buffalo was presented for Council approval. Councilwoman Reid recused herself from the governing body as well as the Council chambers. City Planner, Brian Grubb, explained the purpose for the lot split. Councilman Dyess made a motion to approve Resolution #1294 with a second from Councilman Humphrey. Motion carried. Councilwoman Reid was not present.
Resolution #1295 – A Resolution determining the amount of taxes to be raised for municipal purposes for the City of Buffalo, Wyoming for fiscal year ending June 30, 2011 was presented for Council approval. Councilman Hepp made a motion to approve Resolution #1295. Councilman Dyess seconded. Motion carried.
Bill Cooley, Buffalo Trails Board, requested permission to submit for Recreation District grant funding in the amount of ,500 for mapping, alignment and GPS coordination on the proposed Mosier Gulch trail extension. Councilman Dyess made a motion to approve the request. Councilwoman Reid seconded. Motion carried.
City Attorney Kirven updated Council on recent correspondence regarding the Safe Routes to School sidewalks and the new Justice Center.
City Planner, Brian Grubb, answered Council questions regarding the issuance of fence permits in City easements. Councilwoman Reid thanked the Building Inspector for his help preparing the Recreation District Grants for the Parks Board.
Michael Chapman, Police Chief, updated Council on recent tobacco and alcohol compliance checks in the City of Buffalo. A brief discussion was held regarding creating administrative fees for repeat alcohol compliance offenders. Chief Chapman requested Council permission to advertise for bids to sell an old police vehicle. Councilman Dyess made a motion to grant the request to advertise with a second from Councilwoman Reid. Motion carried. In closing, Chief Chapman updated Council on the proposed software upgrade and verbal financial commitments received.
Les Hook, Public Works Director, presented results from the sealed bid opening for miscellaneous equipment. Hook recommended Council award the bids to the high bidders. Councilman Dyess made a motion to award the bids. Councilman Hepp seconded. Motion carried. Hook updated Council on the Waste Water Treatment Plant and advised Force Account Change Order #10 in the amount of ,737.19 had been signed. Hook then advised the contracts were ready to be signed for the Hogerson Water Line and 10” PRV projects. Councilman Dyess made a motion to approve the contracts. Councilwoman Reid seconded. Motion carried.
City Planner, Brian Grubb, answered Council questions.
Mayor Hancock announced the upcoming budget workshop dates of April 20, 27, 29, May 6 & 13 @ 5 p.m. at City Hall. Hancock also announced the Department Head Meeting April 22nd - 9 a.m. @ City Hall.
The following bills were audited and approved for payment: Ace Hardware, supply – 2,905.83; Advanced Hydraulic, supply – 1,592.01; Alltel, supply – 972.07; American Linen, supply – 740.04; B & L Upholstery, supply – 495.00; B & W Saws, supply – 18.75; Big Horn Veterinary, supply – 33.60; Bresnan Communications, supply – 109.90; Buffalo Bulletin, supply – 1,480.50; Buffalo Children’s Center, agreement – 1,024.89; Buffalo Prescription Shop, supply – 3.73; Bloedorn Lumber, supply – 1,570.81; Capital Business Systems, supply – 172.33; City Electric, supply – 68.08; Chesbro Electric, supply – 912.41; Clear Creek Printers, supply – 286.58; Collins Communication, agreement – 180.00; Croell Redi-Mix, supply – 354.00; Collections, Inc., supply – 446.86; Culligan of Sheridan, supply – 132.00; DJ’s Thriftway, supply – 27.39; Edge Construction Supply, supply – 5,572.00; Farm Plan, supply – 70.13; Fiberpipe, supply – 67.35; FSH Communications, supply – 70.00; GPM Building Maint, service – 34.00; Gases Plus, supply – 124.53; Hach Company, supply – 2,061.61; Hawkins, Inc., supply – 301.80; James B. Hepp, Inc., supply – 340.00; Johnson County Commissioners, supply – 1,096.94; Johnson Co Healthcare Center, supply – 88.00; Johnson County YMCA, agreement – 2,296.76; Joy Appliance & Video, supply – 62.99; Kirven & Kirven, supply – 100.00; Kois Bros Equipment Co., supply – 86.82; MCM General Contractors, supply – 965.00; MTR Ranch Supply, supply – 676.20; Michelena Automotive, supply – 3,462.97; Midland Implement Co., supply – 56.34; Montana Dakota Utilities, supply – 6,257.74; Mountain Auto, supply – 1,880.94; NCPERS Group Life Ins., insurance – 192.00; National Police Canine Assoc., supply – 25.00; Nelson Engineering, contract – 2,357.40; Nebraska Child Support, agreement – 145.00; Northwest Pipe Fittings, supply – 625.00; The Office, supply – 967.78; The Oil Barn, supply – 103.60; Rocky Mountain Power, supply – 13,966.58; Randy Pares, reimbursement – 89.25; Pamida, supply – 70.86; Powder River Heating, supply – 521.41; Pristine Water Solutions, supply – 1,213.30; Public Safety Division, supply – 687.32; Qwest Communications, supply – 2,465.16; Rocky Mtn Fresh Food, supply – 122.29; Ron’s Plumbing, supply – 650.40; Sheridan Computer, supply – 104.85; Servall Uniform, supply – 115.87; Sports Lure, supply – 19.94; Squeeky Kleen Car Wash, supply – 44.00; States West Water Resources, contract – 41,859.00; Stewart & Stevenson, supply – 75.62; TW Enterprises, supply – 3,374.67; Team Chemical, supply – 120.00; Teton County Sheriff’s Office, supply – 340.00; Timberline Electric, supply – 4,000.08; Tweeter’s Towing, supply – 55.00; Visionary Communications, supply – 179.89; Volunteers of America, supply – 120.00; Waterworks Industries, supply – 3,840.20; WCS Telecom, supply – 232.44; Wear Parts, supply – 57.00; Winter Equipment Co., supply – 689.76; WY Child Support Enforcement, agreement – 300.00; Wyoming D.A.R.E., supply – 600.00; WY Dept of Revenue, sales tax – 222.10; WY Law Enforcement Academy, supply – 345.00; WY Machinery Co., supply – 335.09; WY Planning Ass’n, supply – 264.00; WY Public Health Laboratory, supply – 15.00; WY State Board of Control, supply – 30.00; WY Workers’ Compensation, insurance – 5,301.15; Xerox Corporation, supply – 276.15.
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

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