Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved most consent agenda items, but deferred a legal services contract review to allow for language adjustments regarding termination clauses. A 1997 fire pumper was declared surplus for donation or sale, and the public hearing for the FY 2018-2019 budget was held. Updates were provided on the Comprehensive Plan and upcoming public engagement events, including open houses for fire stations and the police department to discuss facility needs and Proposition #4.
Key Decisions & Votes
Declare Fire Apparatus Surplus
07:00The 1997 Pierce Pumper fire apparatus, used for 21 years, was declared surplus. It will be offered to Pottawattamie County Fire Departments first, then potentially sold via publicsurplus.com.
T-Hangar Taxiway Construction Bid
30:20The bid for the T-Hangar Taxiway construction project was awarded to GTC, contingent upon receiving funds from the FAA grant program. The project includes 119 calendar days for completion and sets liquidated damages at $1,350 per calendar day.
Upcoming Community Events
Comprehensive Plan Update Public Kickoff Event
5 PM at First Christian Church on Broadway. Learn about the planning process, ask questions, and provide feedback. Shawneeplan.com has more info and surveys.
Comprehensive Plan Update Second Advisory Committee Meeting
First meeting with the full committee to guide the process.
Fire Station #3 Open House
11 AM - 1 PM and 4 PM - 6 PM at Fire Station #3 on MacArthur. Learn about facility needs and Proposition #4.
Fire Station #1 and Police Department Headquarters Tour
4 PM - 6 PM at City Hall (Station #1 and Police Department in basement). Learn about facility needs and Proposition #4.
Fire Station #1 and Police Department Headquarters Tour
10 AM - 1 PM at City Hall (Station #1 and Police Department in basement). Learn about facility needs and Proposition #4.
Financial Matters
Donation for Turnout Gear Extractor
A private citizen donated $10,000 to the Fire Department to purchase a turnout gear extractor for Station 2, enhancing cancer prevention efforts for firefighters.
Public Comments
One citizen, the Executive Director of the Shawnee Senior Center, spoke to thank the commission for renewing their contract and invited them to an upcoming dance event.
Coming Up
Tabled
- Review of contract with Stewart and Clover for legal services (deferred to June 18th meeting)
Deadlines
- Formal adoption of the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget on June 18th.
Watch For
- Shawnee Today report (Comprehensive Plan Update) in July.
- Sales tax issue (Proposition #4) related to police department and fire station facilities.
Announcements
- The Fire Department received a $10,000 donation for a turnout gear extractor for Station 2 to improve firefighter safety and cancer prevention.
- Fire Department personnel are inspecting the new engine; the new ladder truck is a few weeks behind schedule.
- The Comprehensive Plan Update is progressing, with a project website (Shawneeplan.com) and online surveys available for citizens.
- Open house opportunities are available this week to tour Fire Station #3 (Wednesday), Fire Station #1, and the Police Department Headquarters (Thursday & Friday). These events aim to inform the public about facility challenges, needs, and the potential impact of Proposition #4.
- Progress is being made on the Bryan Street fire station and the Venus Foundation building. Commissioners encourage public attendance at open houses to understand facility needs and the importance of Proposition #4 (sales tax issue) for police and fire departments and downtown development.
Agenda Summary
Remaining items on the consent agenda
Approval of routine items for the City Commission.
1C1: Review of contract with Stewart and Clover for legal services
Discussion regarding adding a 30-day termination notice clause to the legal services contract to allow the city more options for future legal representation.
Community Service Contract Review Committee contract for fiscal 2018-19 for Shawnee Senior Citizens
Review and renewal of the contract for services provided by the Shawnee Senior Center.
Public Hearing on Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget
Initial opening of the public hearing for the upcoming fiscal year budget. Recessed due to an incorrect start time on the public notice.
Resolution declaring city of Shawnee Fire Department property surplus
Consideration of declaring a 1997 Pierce Pumper fire apparatus as surplus property, no longer needed by the city, and authorizing its donation or sale.
Reopened Public Hearing on Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget
Reopened public hearing for the annual budget process, with a balanced budget of $70,536,444 presented. No public comments were received.
Airport Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items for the Airport Authority.
Airport Authority: Bid construction of T-Hangar Taxiway AIP Project No. 3-40-008A-018-2018
Consideration of bids for the T-Hangar Taxiway construction project. Staff recommends awarding the project to GTC, contingent on receiving FAA grant funds.
Railroad Authority Consent Agenda
Approval of routine items for the Railroad Authority.