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City Administrator Josh told the council the Elm Street leak, located between 9th and 10th streets near a church and Chester House, may require closing that block if crews can work this Thursday; the work is weather dependent. Josh also said a salt truck is in the shop and may need an engine rebuild estimated at $12,000–$18,000 plus about $1,500 for a replacement blade — a total near $20,000 at the high end — and that the city is considering used surplus units as an alternative.

The council approved an engineering agreement for Highway 77 after the street committee recommended a scope change and higher engineering fee. Josh said the higher engineering cost is expected to produce construction savings. The street committee also discussed a potential realignment on Dawson Drive involving easements and directed staff to consult the city attorney before proceeding on land that may not be a dedicated street.

Councilmembers agreed to open bidding for repair work on 12th Road after receiving a local estimate; staff will prepare the bid packet and advertise to contractors.

Josh reported a commercial vehicle (semi‑trailer) struck the traffic signal at 10th and Center; the city has referred the claim to the truck’s insurance carrier. Crews also reported a plow accident earlier in the storm; both matters are being handled through insurance.

Marshall Ferry Park, under the west viaduct and along Spring Creek, was vandalized with vehicles driven onto levees and damage to park property. The council discussed options including mobile police camera trailers, cellular trail cameras and signage; council members said they want to avoid closing the park because of its educational and recreational value, but they also discussed the practical difficulty of securing a broad levee area.

The council did not adopt new capital appropriations at the meeting; staff will return with bids, scope details and recommendations.

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The administration and finance committee heard from a resident who wants sheep, goats, rabbits and other 4‑H animals to be allowed so long as property owners meet the existing two‑acre threshold. Council members stressed that any code change should maintain limits that protect animal health, neighborhood safety and property maintenance.

Committee members discussed potential elements for a revised ordinance, including per‑species limits or carrying‑capacity rules, habitat and setback requirements, yearly inspections and a renewal fee similar to a dog tag. Staff (Sammy) was asked to compile sample ordinances from other cities for council review.

Council members expressed mixed views: several said small animals such as chickens were acceptable if proper habitat is provided, while others said they would “steer clear of pigs” or larger livestock in town. No ordinance changes were adopted at the meeting; staff will return with sample language and recommended safeguards.

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The email said local public-health and housing enforcement require a city housing-code ordinance to act. City Attorney Luke Sunderland and City Administrator Josh told the council they have started steps to address the complaint and are coordinating with the apartment management and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE).

“That does the code need to be revised? Any shape, way, or form?” one councilmember asked; Sunderland said the city’s existing minimum housing code covers the issue but that the process and next steps require coordination so the matter is handled correctly.

Sunderland said staff and the city attorney’s office have already begun outreach and are working to ensure KDHE and other parties are aware. “We are definitely pursuing it,” he said, adding the situation is difficult and “it will take time,” but that the city is working with management and the health department.

Councilmembers asked whether the code itself needs revision; Sunderland said the code allows action but that the council and staff must consider the process and remedies to ensure they are appropriate for a larger or systemic problem.

The council did not adopt new ordinances at the meeting; staff said they would continue work with KDHE, management and the complainant and report back to the council as the inquiry develops.

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The council voted to approve the minutes from the regular Dec. 23, 2024 meeting, accepted a Microcom warranty agreement with a $175 increase from the prior year, approved changes to the police chief job description to broaden minimum education requirements, and approved an engineering services agreement for U.S. Highway 77. The council also approved the consent agenda and adopted Appropriations Ordinance No. 3839, carrying $128,026 in appropriations.

Appropriations Ordinance No. 3839 was adopted by roll call. Councilmembers recorded as voting yes were Snellings, Perez, Behrens, Keating, Heitman, Strong, Schrader, Geracki and Kato; no nay votes were recorded.

The council also approved the appointment of Aaron Westbrook as city prosecutor, effective Jan. 2025 through Dec. 2025.

Two motions placed the meeting into executive session to discuss personnel matters under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(1); both motions were seconded and approved by voice vote. Minutes indicate the council returned to open session with no binding decisions announced publicly.

Councilmembers made brief administrative remarks, and the meeting ended after a motion to adjourn.

Votes at a glance
- Approval of minutes, regular meeting Dec. 23, 2024 — Outcome: approved (voice vote).
- Microcom warranty agreement (annual renewal; $175 increase from prior year) — Outcome: approved (voice vote).
- Police chief job description amendments (to broaden education requirement) — Outcome: approved (voice vote).
- Highway 77 engineering agreement (scope/fee adjustment) — Outcome: approved (voice vote).
- Consent agenda — Outcome: approved (voice vote).
- Appropriations Ordinance No. 3839 — Amount: $128,026 — Outcome: adopted (roll call: 9–0 yes: Snellings, Perez, Behrens, Keating, Heitman, Strong, Schrader, Geracki, Kato).
- Appointment of Aaron Westbrook as city prosecutor (Jan.–Dec. 2025) — Outcome: approved (voice vote).
- Motions to recess into executive session to discuss non-elected personnel under K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(1) — Outcome: approved (voice votes); council returned to open session with no binding decisions announced.

No other formal ordinances or resolutions with separate identifying numbers were recorded as final actions during the meeting.

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