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June 2010 Newsletter
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Volume 8, Issue 6 |
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v June City Council Proceedings v June Business & Professional Organization Proceedings v June School Board Proceedings vJuly
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The City Council of the City of Marion, South Dakota met in regular session on Monday, June 7, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the City Building with the following council members present: Mike Ellefson, Jeff Jeno, Bill Konda and Dave Viet, together with the Mayor Ron Globke and Finance Officer Kari Muller. Also attending the meeting was City Maintenance employee Dustin Sulzle. City Engineer Jon Fischer was present from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Turner County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Rebelein was present from 7:00 p.m. – 7:14 p.m. Zoning Administrator Rick Weber was present from 7:40 p.m. – 8:10 p.m. Absent: Dee Herlyn.
Turner County Sheriff’s Deputy Rebelein was present and a monthly law enforcement report for May was distributed and reviewed. Discussion was held on miscellaneous law enforcement matters.
A Public Hearing was held at 7:15 p.m. to consider the Marion Firemen’s request for a One-Day Malt Beverage License for the Summer Celebration Social to be held at the Fire Hall on June 19, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Appearing before the Council in favor of granting the license was Dick Luke. No one appeared before the Council in opposition of granting the license. Motion was made by Konda, seconded by Ellefson to approve the license. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.
Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Ellefson to authorize the Mayor to sign the renewal contract for the Bookmobile services for the 2010-2011 year with the City paying $400.00 and the School paying $400.00. Motion carried.
A Public Hearing was held at 7:20 p.m. for a 2010-2011 Package Off-sale malt beverage license for Jill & Larry’s MiniMart. No one appeared before the Council in favor or in opposition of granting the license. Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Konda to approve the license. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.
Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Jeno to hold the first reading of Ordinance #294 – Camping. Motion carried. The second reading will be held during the regular July meeting.
Motion was made by Konda, seconded by Jeno to accept the bid as presented from The Road Guy for this year’s street oiling. Motion carried.
A Public Hearing was held at 7:25 p.m. for a Variance Permit as submitted by Doug VonEye for the purpose of construction of a storage-type building in a residential district on Lot 15 of the Railroad Addition, Northeast Corner of the intersection of 1st Street and Cherry Avenue, Marion, South Dakota. Present for the hearing were Doug VonEye and Allen Schrag. Zoning Administrator Weber joined the hearing at 7:40 p.m. Discussion was held on the proper procedure for issuing the permit, as well as verifying the correct zoning for the lot. The decision was made to have zoning verification completed with the county and proceed on the matter from there.
Discussion was held on the sanitary sewer improvements project. City Engineer Fischer presented the fifth application and recommendation for payment to the contractor in the amount of $205,779.51 for work completed through May 25, 2010. The itemized application was reviewed, with discussion held on various aspects. Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Konda to authorize payment in the amount of $205,779.51 to H & W Contracting. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote. Discussion was held on a property concern on the north end of town. Plans were distributed and reviewed for the proposed Park Avenue & Hieb Street sewer projects and 5th Street storm sewer project.
A property upkeep matter was addressed, with photos distributed. Issues addressed included building, fence and yard conditions. It was advised members of the Council will meet with the property owner to properly address the matter. Updates were provided on previously reported nuisance properties.
Discussion was held on a water leak issue. The decision was made to send an invoice for the usage to the accountholder as the water leak was on the user’s end.
Information was provided by the Mayor from a meeting he attended on geo-textile street repair options. Discussion was held on various aspects of the matter, with no action taken.
A status update was provided on the work being completed on the swimming pool. Following completion of the sandblasting, cracks will be filled and the pool will be painted. It was advised the paint will need to cure for approximately one week prior to filling the pool. Discussion was held on adjusting the rates for the season pool passes, with the decision made to pro-rate the amounts once the open date is known.
It was advised changes were made as requested to the draft of the rubble site lease between the City of Marion and FreMar. Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Ellefson to approve and authorize the mayor to sign the lease. Motion carried.
Council permission was given for the City’s Summer Help employee to work 5 days/week until no longer needed to assist with the workload.
Follow up discussion was held on the City’s equalization appeal. As previously directed, an appeal of the county board’s decision was filed with the State Boards. It was advised the hearing date has been set for June 23rd in Pierre. The decision was made to work with the City Attorney on the matter.
Follow up discussion was held on the matter of tax breaks for new home construction. It was advised some entities offer a discretionary formula for new construction for the first five years. The decision was made to complete additional research on the matter.
Discussion was held the City’s health insurance renewal. Information was presented from multiple entities on industry increases, rates, coverage, etc. Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Jeno to renew the health insurance through Wellmark/Blue Cross. Motion carried.
Muller provided an overview on the Tour de Kota event. It was advised everything went great and the event was a complete success. Copies of the Argus Leader article featuring Marion that ran on June 7th were distributed. The Mayor expressed appreciation to those that helped with all aspects of the event.
The regular July City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 6th due to the July 4th holiday.
No discussion was held or action taken on the agenda item, Bike rodeo, as no one appeared before the Council to address the item.
Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Ellefson to enter into Executive Session at 10:15 p.m. for personnel/ employment matters. Motion carried. The Mayor declared to come out of Executive Session at 10:30 p.m. and council thereupon adjourned.
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The Marion Business & Professional Organization met on Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 12:00 p.m. at the Tieszen Memorial Home with 14 members in attendance. Businesses present were: Al’s Studio, Central Farmers, City Econ. Dev. Coordinator, CPA Heather Hofer, Donlan’s Foodland, Getskow Pharmacy, Marion Record, Postmaster Diane Schoenwald, Rapp Chevrolet, Rex’s Plumbing, SEFP, Tieszen Chiropractic Clinic and Tieszen Memorial Home.
Kari Muller, Secretary/Treasurer, distributed the May 13th meeting minutes and a financial report, with both approved as presented.
Discussion was held on the promotional drawing for the month of July. The decision was made to hold a drawing for a 4 – Thunder Valley tickets, as donated by Glen Rapp.
An overview was provided by Muller, Schoenwald and Hofer on the Tour de Kota. It was advised everything went great and the event was a complete success. Both the Marion FFA and the Central Farmer’s Relay for Life group did fantastic jobs with providing breakfast for the riders and Marion community. Copies of the Argus Leader articles that ran on June 7th & 8th and featured Marion were distributed. Schoenwald and others expressed appreciation to Muller for her efforts in organizing the event.
Details for the Summer Celebration events were finalized. Schedule of event posters and Bingo flyers were distributed to all in attendance. Discussion was held on the Bingo ‘blackout’ prize. Motion was made by Dick Donlan, seconded by Glen Rapp to have the organization provide one ‘blackout’ prize of $50.00 Marion Bucks. A reminder was given for additional workers needed for the Bingo event on the 19th. Additional information was provided on the two, new events featured this year, ZooMobile and Kiddie Olympics. It was advised Summer Celebration event ads will run the week of June 14th in the Marion Record, New Era and Freeman courier.
Nancy Larsen, SEFP facilitator, distributed her monthly facilitator report. It was advised the 2011 Regional Career Fair will be held at McCook Central in Salem. The SEFP Board will be holding Energizing Entrepreneurs workshops in SEFP communities this summer. Larsen reported on YTD activity.
The next meeting will be at 12:00 p.m. on July 8, 2010 at the Tieszen Memorial Home.
Pursuant to the call and the notice thereof, the School Board of the Marion School District 60-3, Marion, Turner County, SD met in regular session on the fourteenth day of June, 2010 at 7:00 pm.
Members Present: Bartscher, Koehn, Langerock, Nelson, and Preheim. Absent: None.
Officers Present: Adam Shaw, Secondary Principal; and Aaron Thompson, Business Manager. Absent: Denise Fox, Superintendent.
Guests Present: Chad Allison; Chris Goeb & Mike Cranny – Lunchtime Solutions; David Menzel, Shane Sejnoha, & Barry Schroeter – CBM Managed Services; Shannon Luke; Bryan Luke; and Diane Engbrecht.
Call to order was made by President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, at 7:00 pm.
Action 09/10-143: Agenda – On motion by Langerock, second by Koehn to amend the agenda to the following: 20 – Board Matters (Executive Session), 21 – Adjourn; and then to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-144: Minutes – On motion by Nelson, second by Bartscher to approve the previous month’s minutes, and to acknowledge receipt of the Cornbelt Educational Cooperative minutes. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-145: Financial Reports – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to approve the financial reports of the District as shown in Table 1 (to be published in paper). Motion carried.
Action 09/10-146: Bills for Consideration – On motion by Koehn, second by Bartscher to approve the following claims against the District for the month of June, and then to approve checks to be issued in their payment. Motion carried. (Bills to be published in paper)
There were no delegations.
The food service bids were discussed, with information coming from representatives of Lunchtime Solutions and CBM Managed Services. The Board would make a decision on the bids after going into executive session later in the meeting.
There were no Teacher Reports.
School Board President Peter Preheim asked the Board to look into School Board professional development options. He also informed the Board about a call from Parker School Board President, Gary Pauley.
Aaron Thompson gave the Business Manager report. He gave the Board information on the 2010/2011 school budget, the Consolidated Application, and the excess General Fund balance.
Adam Shaw gave the Secondary Principal and Athletic Director reports. He informed the Board on Students of the Month, Honor Roll & Perfect Attendance, ACT test data, NovaNet credit recovery, and that football jerseys have been ordered.
Adam Shaw presented the Superintendent report, as sent by email from Denise Fox. This email included information on building updates, State reports, teacher positions to fill, and AYP info.
The School Board shared their Board goals for the 2010/2011 school year, which included updating the School Policy Book.
The School Board shared their School goals for the 2010/2011 school year, which included looking at four-day school week options.
Action 09/10-147: Legislative Issues – On motion by Koehn, second by Langerock to include the following resolution issues for the ASBSD to take to the State Legislature: Adequate Funding/Formula Change Following ARRA, Other Revenue (to stay in home district), and State Funding for Professional Development. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-148: Surplus Property – On motion by Nelson, second by Langerock to declare various books and supplies as surplus property to be disposed of as Administration sees fit. A list of the surplus property is to be kept on file in the Business Office. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-149: Personnel – On motion by Bartscher, second by Nelson to go into executive session for the purpose of Personnel Matters at 8:38 pm. Motion carried. President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 9:07 pm.
Action 09/10-150: Resignation – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to accept the resignation of Brett Smith as Fifth Grade Teacher and to thank him for his years of service to the District. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-151: Approve Contract – On motion by Koehn, second by Nelson to approve the contract of Ashley McCue as Band/Vocal Teacher for the 2010/2011 fiscal school year, with salary to be published in July, 2010. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-152: Food Service Bids – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to approve a contract with CBM Managed Services as the Food Service Management Company for Marion School for the 2010/2011 fiscal school year. A copy of the contract and bid amounts will be kept on file in the Business Office. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-153: School Board Matters – On motion by Bartscher, second by Nelson to go into executive session for the purpose of School Board Matters at 9:11 pm. Motion carried. President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 9:41 pm.
Action 09/10-154: Adjourn – On motion by Nelson, second by Langerock to adjourn the school board meeting at 9:42 pm. Motion carried.
7/4 |
INDEPENDENCE DAY | |
7/5 |
City Office Closed | |
7/6 |
City Council Meeting |
7:00 p.m. |
7/8 |
B
& P Organization Meeting
Ambulance Meeting |
12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. |
7/19 |
Legion Meeting |
7:30 p.m. |
7/24 |
STRATTON MEMORIAL POKER RUN | |
7/28 |
Marion Development Foundation Meeting |
12:00 p.m. |
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