HomeMy WebLinkAboutCommittee of the Whole Minutes 01.03.1995MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
JANUARY 3, 1995 6:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman- Chuck Rodgers
Ron Marshall Gay Easton
Albert Ehrlick Donna Kilpatrick
John Minch Lonnie Kellogg
Bob Graham
OTHERS PRESENT: V. Joe Leckie Jim Flisrand
Mike Atkinson Don Hackmann
Dave Michael
John Minch reported that the boards have been removed from the
house at 506 Birch Avenue, per her (Michelle Herren) request. It
is rumored that she is getting the house ready for sale.
Jim Flisrand distributed and reviewed the public works update,
dated 1-3-95.
Dave Michael reported that he will meet with Double-Tree tomorrow
regarding the Water Plant and systems project and get some
projected figures for rate increases.
Don Hackmann mentioned that the National Park Service will be
holding a public meeting/hearing in the Council Chambers on 2-17-95
at 7:00 p.m.
Mike Atkinson said they are short two dispatchers, due to extended
illnesses and it is causing considerable overtime.
Cheryl Thomas is having surgery and Jo Meccage is off for an
indefinite time.
Discussion regarding hiring a temporary dispatcher or possibly
getting a retired dispatcher to fill in for awhile. Also, Mike
mentioned that Red Lodge might have someone who could help us out
for a period of time.
Chuck Rodgers said that he has one appointment tonight, City
Attorney for 2 years.
Chuck also mentioned that we are approaching budget time and if you
have any ideas, give them to Jim or himself.
There are two ordinances tonight regarding the ambulance service.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Don Hackmann, City Clerk
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FROM: Jim Flisrand, Director of Public Works
TO: Mayor and City Council
DATE: January 3, 1995
SUBJECT: Public Works- UPDATE
STREET & ALLEY
1. Continued pothole patching
2. Equipment maintenance.
3. Winter maintenance continuing as required.
4. Assiting other divisions within the Public Works Department.
PARKS & RECREATION
1. Continuing to work on the ice pond, when weather permits.
2. Totaled 48 grave openings during 1994.
3. Winter maintenance continuing as required.
WATER & SEWER
1. The water crew has repaired 29 water leaks throughout this
past calendar year with a total cost of $20,144.48. Average
leak ranges from $600.00 to $650.00.
2. Continuing meter testing program.
3. Plants continuing with normal treatment and maintenance
activities.
4. Double Tree, Morrison/Maierle CSSA and staff are working to
prepare a preliminary report for the public meeting currently
scheduled for Jan. 18, 1995 at 7:00 p.m., City Hall.
SOLID WASTE
1. Proceeding with collection and container site operation as
required.
2. Continuing to work with consultants to resolve our situation
concerning the old landfill. A meeting with the Solid Waste
Bureau will be scheduled in the near future.
ADMINISTRATION
1. Building activity continuing with plan review and misc.
inspections.
2. Continue work with each division 'on scheduling of work,
coordination and individual responsibilities.
3. Continuing to work with Department of Labor and Industry on
resolving their points of concern following their inspection
earlier this year.