Meeting Summary
The City Commission approved the authorization of bids for the Airport Pedestrian and Trail Project and awarded a contract for snow and ice removal. They also received administrative reports on the 45th Street Paving project and a new cost-saving sludge truck. Key decisions included accepting mediation in the Grasso lawsuit and settling the Sweeny civil and workers' compensation case.
Key Decisions & Votes
Airport Pedestrian and Trail Project
11:00Authorization was granted to solicit bids for the reconstruction and widening of the airport trails.
Snow and Ice Removal Contract
29:00The contract for snow and ice removal services was awarded to BDC Holmes.
Grasso vs. City of Shawnee Litigation
57:00The commission voted to accept the decision of the mediation mediator in the Grasso lawsuit.
Patricia Sweeny Civil and Workers Compensation Case
58:00The commission voted to settle the civil and workers' compensation case with Patricia Sweeny.
Upcoming Community Events
Fifth Fly-in and Pancake Breakfast
Breakfast 7 AM (pilots), gates open 8 AM (public), air show noon. Expecting 3,000 people.
Fire Prevention Week Clown Program
Performing at local schools and Thursday night at the Expo.
Financial Matters
Airport Pedestrian and Trail Project
Authorization to go out for bids for the reconstruction of the airport trails. Estimated cost $690,000, with approximately $500,000 tentatively budgeted from various sources.
New Sludge Truck
Purchase of a new sludge truck that replaces two older pieces of equipment, saving approximately $800,000 in replacement costs.
THM Analyzer
Bid received from Parker Hannifin Corporation for a THM analyzer to improve water quality monitoring, deferred for review.
Replacement Screw Pump
Bids received for the replacement of the third screw pump at the North Side plant, deferred for review.
Public Comments
No citizens came forward to speak during the public participation segment.
Coming Up
Tabled
- THM Analyzer bid
- Replacement Screw Pump bids
Deadlines
- Phase 2 of disinfection byproduct regulations (March 2013)
Watch For
- Correction of 45th Street Paving project imperfections (within two weeks)
- Airport Pedestrian and Trail Project bids results
Announcements
- Mayor proclaimed October 7-13, 2012, as Fire Prevention Week with the theme 'Have two ways out'.
- The Fire Department's clown program will be performing at local schools and the Expo during Fire Prevention Week.
- The patch truck was seen patching major holes on Kickapoo.
- 480 RVs at the Expo appreciated the new parking lot and 50 amp plugs.
Agenda Summary
Consider approval of the agenda
Approval of the meeting's agenda.
Consider approval of the consent agenda
Approval of routine items, with item D removed for separate discussion. Mr. Davis withdrew his name from the Airport Advisory Board.
Authorization of bids for the Airport Pedestrian and Trail Project
Discussion and approval to solicit bids for the reconstruction and widening of the 8-foot asphalt airport trail to a 10-foot width, including base reconstruction and new fencing.
Citizens Participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the commission.
Mayor's Proclamation
Proclamation of Fire Prevention Week (October 7-13, 2012) and a report from the Fire Chief on related activities.
Consider bids for removal of snow and ice from the streets
Review and approval of a contract for snow and ice removal services to supplement city crews.
New Business
Opportunity to introduce new items for discussion.
Administrative Report: 45th Street Paving Project
Update on issues with the recently paved 45th Street, contractor's commitment to corrections, and testing procedures.
Administrative Report: New Sludge Truck
Presentation on the acquisition of a new sludge truck that combines functions and offers significant cost savings.
Shawnee Municipal Authority - Consider approval of consent agenda
Approval of routine items for the Municipal Authority.
Shawnee Municipal Authority - Consider bids on a THM analyzer
Review of a bid for a THM analyzer to improve water quality monitoring.
Shawnee Municipal Authority - Consider bids on a replacement screw pump
Review of bids for the replacement of a screw pump at the North Side plant.
Shawnee Municipal Authority - New Business
Opportunity to introduce new items for the Municipal Authority.
Shawnee Municipal Authority - Adjourn
Adjournment of the Municipal Authority meeting.
Shawnee Airport Authority - Consider approval of consent agenda
Approval of routine items for the Airport Authority.
Shawnee Airport Authority - New Business (Administrative Report: Airport Fly-in)
Update on the upcoming Fifth Fly-in and Pancake Breakfast event at the airport.
Shawnee Airport Authority - Adjourn
Adjournment of the Airport Authority meeting.
Commissioner's Comments
Opportunity for commissioners to provide updates or comments.
Executive Session
Discussion and possible action on litigation pending against the city by Anthony J. Grasso and Patricia Sweeny.
Action on Grasso vs. City of Shawnee litigation
Decision regarding the mediation outcome for the Grasso lawsuit.
Action on Patricia Sweeny civil and workers compensation case
Decision regarding the settlement of the Sweeny case.
Adjourn Commission Meeting
Adjournment of the City Commission meeting.