Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved a preliminary plat for Shawnee Auto Mall and a collective bargaining agreement with the police union. Special call meetings were scheduled for the park master plan and a workshop on city project goals. The sales tax report showed an increase, and updates were provided on the splash pool season and Fire Station #2 repairs.
Key Decisions & Votes
Special Call Meeting for Park Master Plan
04:50A special call meeting for the park master plan will be held on August 31st at 6:30 PM at the current location, with the consultant presenting.
Workshop for City Project Goals and Long-Term Needs
10:50A workshop to discuss city project goals, long-term needs, and funding operations will be held on Monday, September 14th at 6:00 PM. Location to be determined, with a preference for a round table format.
Preliminary Plat for Shawnee Auto Mall
20:00Approval of the preliminary plat for Shawnee Auto Mall, a 21-acre site with four lots, including a variance for cul-de-sac length, with conditions regarding drainage and future sidewalk considerations.
Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUP A Police
22:40Approval of the collective bargaining agreement with the IUP A Local Number 3 Police Union, which includes an additional pay step for topped-out members and increases maximum comp time accrual to 240 hours, with a budgetary impact of approximately $19,185 for six months.
FAA Grant Agreement for Airport Improvements
48:00Approval of a resolution accepting a grant agreement, contingent on grant offer, from the Federal Aviation Administration for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) project number 30040008162015 to make lighting and equipment improvements at Shawnee Regional Airport.
City Attorney Contract
53:00The item regarding the city attorney's contract was tabled, with the Mayor and a Commissioner authorized to work out the details.
Litigation by Rhonda Dineen Goodwin
53:50Authorization for attorneys to negotiate within the bounds discussed in executive session regarding the litigation pending against the City of Shawnee by Rhonda Dineen Goodwin.
Financial Matters
Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUP A Police
Budgetary impact for the first six months of the approved collective bargaining agreement with the IUP A Local Number 3 Police Union.
August 2015 Sales Tax Report
Sales tax revenue for August 2015, representing a 10.9% increase from the previous year, with new developments contributing significantly.
August 2015 Use Tax Report
Use tax revenue for August 2015, showing a $50,000 increase.
Home Properties Development Contribution
Total sales tax contribution from Home Properties development through June 30th, averaging $35,000 per month.
Occupational Tax Decrease
Noted decrease in occupational tax, attributed to state-level factors.
Allegiance/Vyve Franchise Tax Decrease
Noted decrease in franchise tax from Allegiance/Vyve, attributed to increased competition from other internet/cable providers.
Nuisance Taxes
Nuisance tax collections are up, related to code violations and liens.
Fire Station #2 Repairs
Update on Fire Station #2 at Bryan Street, with mold removal complete and an architect assessing major repairs including grading, drainage, roof, and siding. No cost estimates available yet.
FAA Grant for Airport Lighting and Equipment Improvements
Resolution accepting a grant agreement from the FAA for lighting and equipment improvements at Shawnee Regional Airport, contingent on the grant offer.
Coming Up
Tabled
- City Attorney Contract evaluation and consideration.
Watch For
- Special call meeting for Park Master Plan on August 31st at 6:30 PM.
- Workshop for City Project Goals on September 14th at 6:00 PM (location TBD).
- Update on Fire Station #2 repairs and costs at the September meeting.
- Fire Station #2 repairs to be added to the retreat list.
Announcements
- The splash pool season is winding down, with nearly 29,000 participants and over 1,000 attendees on Dollar Wednesdays. Limited hours are available through Labor Day, with university use extending into October.
- Commissioners expressed appreciation for staff efforts at the splash pool, noting its significant positive impact on the community, especially for children.
- The library offers incredible services for all ages.
- Aldi is a welcome addition to the community, offering a wide variety of goods.
- Increased traffic in the Shawnee Marketplace area is observed, with hopes it will benefit other businesses in Shawnee.
Agenda Summary
Consent Agenda
Consideration of the consent agenda.
Citizens Participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the commission.
Setting Special Call Meetings for Park Master Plan and City Project Goals
Discussion and consideration of setting one or more special call meetings for the park master plan and a workshop to discuss city project goals, long-term needs, and funding operations.
Preliminary Plat for Shawnee Auto Mall
Consideration of approval for a preliminary plat for Shawnee Auto Mall, located on Shawnee Mall Drive east of Union Street, involving a redesign and a variance request for cul-de-sac length.
Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUP A Police
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the collective bargaining agreement with the IUP A Local Number 3 Police Union.
Sales Tax Report Received August 2015
Acknowledgement of the sales tax report for August 2015, detailing sales tax, use tax, and other revenue streams.
Airport Authority Consent Agenda
Consideration of the Airport Authority consent agenda.
Resolution Accepting FAA Grant Agreement for Airport Improvements
Consideration of a resolution accepting the grant agreement contingent on grant offer for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) project number 30040008162015 from the Federal Aviation Administration at Shawnee Regional Airport to make lighting and equipment improvements.
Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
Consideration of the Municipal Authority consent agenda.
Executive Session: City Attorney Contract Evaluation
Consideration of executive session to discuss the evaluation and consideration of the contract of the city attorney pursuant to 25 OS, discussing employment, hiring, appointment, demotion, discipline, or resignation of any individual salaried public officer or employee.
Executive Session: Litigation against City by Rhonda Dineen Goodwin
Consideration of executive session for discussion and possible action on litigation pending against the City of Shawnee by Rhonda Dineen Goodwin, authorized by 25 OS on the recommendation of counsel that public discussion would impair the ability of the city attorney to adequately defend the city.
Matters Discussed in Executive Session: City Attorney Contract
Consideration of matters discussed in executive session regarding the discussion, evaluation, and consideration of the contract of the city attorney.
Matters Discussed in Executive Session: Litigation by Rhonda Dineen Goodwin
Consideration and possible action on matters discussed in executive session regarding litigation pending against the City of Shawnee by Rhonda Dineen Goodwin.