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October 2009 Newsletter
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Volume 7, Issue 10 |
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v October City Council Proceedings v October Business & Professional Organization Proceedings v October School Board Proceedings v November
Calendar of Events |
The City Council of the City of Marion, South Dakota met in regular session on Monday, October 5, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the City Building with the following council members present: Dee Herlyn, Jeff Jeno, Bill Konda, Judy Schlunsen, Dave Viet and Keith Weber, together with the Mayor Ron Globke and Finance Officer Kari Muller. Also attending the meeting was City Superintendent Larry Hopf and City Maintenance Dustin Sulzle. City Engineer Jon Fischer was present from 7:00 p.m. – 7:55 p.m. Turner County Sheriff’s Deputy Matt Schooley was present from 7:05 p.m. – 8:05 p.m. Absent: none. Councilman Viet was called away from the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
Numerous citizens were present and addressed the Council regarding a property upkeep matter. Additionally, a letter from a concerned citizen was presented. Issues addressed included building, fence and yard conditions; skunk, cat and other animal problems; health and safety concerns. It was advised members of the Council will meet with the property owner to properly address the matter.
An update was provided on the sanitary sewer improvements project. City Engineer Jon Fischer presented the second application and recommendation for payment to the contractor in the amount of $346,412.68 for work completed through September 29, 2009. The itemized application was reviewed, with discussion held on various aspects. Motion was made by Konda, seconded by Schlunsen to authorize payment in the amount of $346,412.68 to H & W Contracting. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote. Fischer provided a progress update for the project. The decision was made to temporarily place 15 MPH signs on some of the rougher roads. Discussion was held on holding off on paving some of the affected streets. It was proposed that in order to avoid settlement issues on Washington Street and Center Street, they would be left gravel over the winter to achieve a better finished product. Concerns addressed included grade/compaction and maintenance issues. Fischer presented Change Order #1, a change order to replace the portion of existing storm sewer on the west side of Broadway Avenue which will be under the surfacing on Broadway Avenue just north of the railroad tracks. Motion was made by Schlunsen, seconded by Jeno to approve Change Order #1 in the amount of $24,747.70. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.
Turner County Sheriff’s Deputy Matt Schooley was present and monthly law enforcement reports for the months of August and September were distributed and reviewed. Discussion was held on miscellaneous law enforcement matters.
Follow-up discussion was held on the possibility of closing Center Avenue. Information was provided on the procedure for vacating a street. Discussion was held on various factors including snow removal concerns and fire/ambulance concerns. The decision was made to table the matter at this time.
A citizen concern regarding the absence of water meters at manufactured homes was addressed. Discussion was held on installing meter pits versus insulated meters under manufactured homes, with the decision made to install meter pits at the designated properties.
Discussion was held on a water/sewer service issue, with the decision made to verify occupancy status with the property owner.
Follow-up discussion was held on clustering mailboxes. It was advised it is the responsibility of the box/property owners for putting a cluster in, as well as for maintaining around it.
The quote received from Raise Rite for spillway repair that was presented at the 9/21/09 meeting was reviewed. Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Herlyn to accept the quote and have Raise Rite complete the necessary spillway repair. Motion carried.
Discussion was held on installing a new door in the office/building at the landfill, with the decision made to have Hopf & Sulzle take care of the matter.
Discussion was held on Recovery Zone Bonds, with the decision made to obtain additional, necessary information and follow up on the matter at the next regular meeting. Council permission was given for Muller to attend the Municipal Election Workshop on November 5th in Sioux Falls.
The second reading of Ordinance #292 – Supplemental Appropriation was held. Motion was made by Konda, seconded by Jeno to adopt Ordinance #292. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote. The second reading of Ordinance #293 – Supplemental Appropriation was held. Motion was made by Schlunsen, seconded by Weber to adopt Ordinance #293. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.
Schlunsen submitted her written resignation, effective October 15, 2009, as a Councilwoman in Ward 2. Schlunsen will be gone during the winter months going forward. Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Konda to accept the resignation. Motion carried. Mayor Globke, on behalf the City Council, thanked Schlunsen for her years of service to the City as a Councilwoman.
Motion was made by Weber, seconded by Jeno to adjourn at 9:40 p.m. Motion carried.
The Marion Business & Professional Organization met on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. at the Tieszen Memorial Home with 10 members in attendance. Businesses present were: Al’s Studio, City Economic Development Coordinator, Farmers State Bank, Getskow Pharmacy, Marion School, Marion Veterinary Clinic, Rex’s Plumbing, SEFP, Tieszen Chiropractic Clinic and Tieszen Memorial Home.
Kari Muller, Secretary/Treasurer, distributed the September 10th meeting minutes and a financial report, with both approved as presented.
The promotional drawing for the month of November was discussed. The decision was made to hold a drawing for a turkey and other fixings for a Thanksgiving meal, as donated by Tieszen Chiropractic Clinic.
The 2009 Community Christmas Celebration was discussed. The date for this year’s event is Saturday, December 12th. The celebration will be held at the Marion School, with a free hot dog & soup/chili luncheon served from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the Old Gym. Live musical entertainment will be provided by Queena Getskow and family. Drawings will be held for a variety of door prizes donated by the local business community. Additional discussion was held on various aspects of the Celebration, including work schedule and youth grand prizes.
Nancy Larsen, SEFP facilitator, distributed her monthly facilitator report, advising of 26 active files, including 7 new inquiries received in September. In addition, information was distributed on Baby Boom Migration and Its Impact on Rural America.
The next meeting will be at 12:00 p.m. on November 12, 2009 at the Tieszen Memorial Home.
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“I careful not to confuse excellence with perfection. Excellence, I can reach for; perfection is God's business. ” Michael J. Fox |
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 twelfth day of October, 2009 at 7:00 pm.
Members Present: Bartscher, Koehn, Langerock, Nelson, and Preheim. Absent: None.
Officers Present: Denise Fox, Superintendent; Adam Shaw, Secondary Principal; and Aaron Thompson, Business Manager. Absent: None.
Guests Present: Brett Smith.
Call to order was made by President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, at 7:00 pm.
Action 09/10-35: Agenda – On motion by Langerock, second by Bartscher to amend the agenda to the following: 12 – Coalition of Schools; 13 – Neighboring District Communication; 14 – Opt-Out Discussion; 15 – 504 Plan; 16 – Discuss Teacher Handbook; 17 – Personnel (Executive Session); 18 – Adjourn; and then to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-36: Minutes – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to approve the previous month’s minutes, and to acknowledge receipt of the Cornbelt Educational Cooperative minutes. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-37: Financial Reports – On motion by Nelson, second by Bartscher to approve the financial reports of the District as shown in Table 1 (to be published in paper). Motion carried.
Action 09/10-38: Bills for Consideration – On motion by Koehn, second by Bartscher to approve the following claims against the District for the month of October, and then to approve checks to be issued in their payment. Motion carried. (Bills to be published in paper)
There were no delegations. There were no Teacher Reports.
School Board member Rick Nelson had a concern on the reading requirements for High School English. School Board Vice President Danny Koehn presented the Board with information from a recent ASBSD region meeting in Parkston. He also had questions on concessions and other fund-raising by school clubs and classes. School Board member Nicole Bartscher also gave updates from the ASBSD region meeting in Parkston. She also had concerns with the Marion Food Service program. School Board President Peter Preheim presented the Board with information on marketing the Marion community, ASBSD region meeting updates, and ASBSD voting delegate issues.
Aaron Thompson gave the Business Manager report. He discussed a fuel-enhancing product from EcoSystems for the school buses or other vehicles.
Adam Shaw gave the Secondary Principal report. He gave the Board information on Students of the Month, recent marching band competitions, All-State Choir participants, and upcoming competitions District, Region, and State competitions in Cross County and Volleyball. Mr. Shaw also wanted to congratulate the Marion Volleyball team for their second place performance in the Cornbelt Conference Tournament.
Denise Fox gave the Superintendent report. She gave information on a 94% turnout for the Elementary Parent/ Teacher Conferences, the Great Plains Zoo’s Zoomobile to give presentations to the Marion Elementary classes, Superintendent meeting updates, Marion School website updates, teacher evaluations, and PRF reports to the State. Mrs. Fox also wanted to congratulate Rachel Schmidt as the KDLT Scholar of the Week, and to thank the Marion Volunteer Fire Department for their presentations for Fire Prevention Week.
The School Board discussed the possibility of supporting the SD Coalition of Schools for the school funding lawsuit against the State of SD.
School Board President Peter Preheim received a call from the Parker School Board President, asking if we are considering any sharing of sports, staff, etc. The Board will consider sending two Board members to talk with two of Parker’s Board members to find out more information.
Action 09/10-39: Rescind Opt-Out Amount – The General Fund Opt-Out amount for calendar year 2010 was discussed and reconsidered. On motion by Koehn, second by Nelson to rescind the $100,000.00 General Fund Opt-Out amount for the 2010 calendar year. Roll Call Vote: Preheim – No, Bartscher – No, Koehn – Yes, Langerock – Yes, Nelson – Yes. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-40: Amend Opt-Out Amount to $50,000 – On motion by Langerock, second by Koehn to amend the General Fund Opt-Out amount for the 2010 calendar year to $50,000.00. Roll Call Vote: Bartscher – No, Koehn – Yes, Langerock – Yes, Nelson – No, Preheim – No. Motion failed.
Action 09/10-41: Amend Opt-Out Amount to $80,000 – On motion by Nelson, second by Bartscher to amend the General Fund Opt-Out amount for the 2010 calendar year to $80,000.00. Roll Call Vote: Koehn – No, Langerock – No, Nelson – Yes, Preheim – Yes, Bartscher – Yes. Motion carried.
Action 09/10-42: Section 504 Plan – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to approve the revised Section 504 Plan, as updated by the Cornbelt Educational Cooperative, with a copy on file in the Business Office. Motion carried.
The Board discussed updating the Teacher’s Handbook. A committee of three teachers, Superintendent Fox, and one School Board member will meet to go over any necessary updates.
Action 09/10-43: Personnel – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to go into executive session for the purpose of Personnel Matters at 9:15 pm. Motion carried. President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 10:02 pm.
Action 09/10-44: Adjourn – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to adjourn the school board meeting at 10:03 pm. Motion carried.
The City Council of the City of Marion, South Dakota met in special session on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the City Building with the following council members present: Dee Herlyn, Jeff Jeno, Dave Viet and Keith Weber, together with the Mayor Ron Globke and Finance Officer Kari Muller. Also attending the meeting were City Engineers Jon Fischer and Jon Brown, City Superintendent Larry Hopf and City Maintenance Dustin Sulzle. Absent: Bill Konda, Judy Schlunsen.
Discussion was held on paving options for the streets involved in the sewer project, including paving a set number of inches this year on each street and then applying the top lift next year. Brown & Fischer advised they were in support of this option due to the initial delay in the project start, recent weather setbacks, and wanting to get the best finished product. Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Herlyn to pave 7½ inches on Broadway Avenue and 2½ inches on Center Street, Washington Street, State Street, Wagner Street and Dakota Avenue this fall and apply the top lift to these streets next spring. Motion carried.
Fischer provided an update on the construction progress for the sewer project.
Information was provided on prices for ice sand/salt shipments.
Motion was made by Weber, seconded by Viet to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. Motion carried.
11/1 |
Daylight Saving Time Ends | |
11/2 |
City Council Meeting |
7:00 p.m. |
11/11 |
VETERAN'S DAY - City Office Closed | |
11/12 |
Marion
B & P Organization Meeting
Ambulance Meeting |
12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. |
11/16 |
Legion Meeting |
7:30 p.m. |
11/26 |
THANKSGIVING DAY - City Office Closed |
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