City of Goodman, Missouri

June 15, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night June 15, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kristin Windsor and Kevin Reardon. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West and City Supervisor David Brodie.  Ald. Kohley was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Richmond moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday June 1, 2010. Ald. Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board of Alderman discussed the request by the First Community Bank to purchase the land between the north line of their parking lot and the KCS rail road tracks. The Mayor said that the bank must not have gotten their survey back yet so the discussion was tabled until the next meeting.

The Board of Aldermen discussed voting on Resolution 2010-0002 approving the Mayor signing the grant application for the Goodman Community Center through USDA Rural Development.

Ald Richmond made the motion to accept the resolution allowing the Mayor to sign the grant application for the Goodman Community Center.  Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nays.

The Mayor discussed with the board repairing the zipper mower. The Mayor said that the parts will cost around $600.00. He asked if the Board wanted to spend the money on the parts and that he would do the rebuilding of the motor. They discussed whether or not the Board could afford to get it fixed. It was noted that if the city was going to use it they might be able to use funds from the Street Department.  Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the purchasing of the parts. Ald Reardon second. 3 ayes 0 nays

            Department head reports:

                        1. Tom West noted that he and Olinda received a plaque from the Missouri Federation of Police                                        Chiefs for their contributions to the association.

                        2. David Brodie noted that he had ordered some repair parts to restock parts that are needed at                                        the treatment plant.

                        3. Dawn Bunch was not present.

                        4. Paula Brodie had no reports.

The Board discussed the following new business:

Mayor said that Jim Grife needed a letter for wood, junk, high weeds and debris.

The Mayor stated that he had received a reimbursement request from the Municipal Judge, Clyde Davidson. He stated that Clyde had attended the Municipal Court training seminar at the Lake of the Ozarks from May 26^th to the 28^th. The Mayor stated that Clyde had turned in a request to be reimbursed for three days he missed at work from his regular job, meals and mileage. The Mayor noted that the Board had lowered the Judges wages by $50.00 a month during the budget meetings in November. He noted one of the reasons the Board had lowered the wages was because the Judge had changed holding court from twice a month to once a month. Ald Windsor asked how long Clyde had been Judge and had he ever asked to be reimbursed in the past for anything other than his mileage. The clerk stated he had been judge for several years and had always been reimbursed for mileage only.  The Board discussed that the Judge’s position was an elected position not appointed. Ald Reardon said when he worked more meetings for budget preparations, he did not get more pay and that he knew that when he ran for the position. Ald Richmond stated that Clyde knew he had to attend classes to be able to be qualified to be a municipal judge. The Board decided to pay only his mileage as they had in the past. The Mayor noted that the City did pay the for the hotel and seminar fees. The Board stated that they might discuss reimbursing other than mileage during the next budget sessions.

The Board discussed the following old business: The Mayor stated that he had talked with Mr. Hutchinson about the reversal of the Boards decision to allow the de-annexation of his parent’s property. He noted that the clerk had sent them a letter and copies of the minutes.

The Board discussed needed street repairs. David said as soon as they got the mowing caught up they would start street repair.

Ald Richmond moved to approve the bills in the amount of $41,956.34 including transfers. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nays.

Ald Richmond moved to adjourn. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes,0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

June 1, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night June 1, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kristin Windsor and Keith Kohley. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, City Supervisor David Brodie and Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson.  Ald. Reardon was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

The Mayor noted that the meeting was going to begin with a public hearing to discuss the request by the First Community Bank to purchase the city owned land between the north line of their parking lot and the KCS rail road tracks. The Mayor reported that Jill Brashears from the bank had come in and talked with him. He said that she does not have the survey yet with the exact description of the property that they wish to buy. She told him that when she gets it she will bring it to the Board meeting. Greg Richmond stated he didn’t see why the Board could not sell it as it was not being used by the city. The Mayor stated that the bank is planning on renovating the old jail that is on the property that the bank would be buying. David stated that there was a sewer line that ran on the north side of the fence and dead ends at the flower shop and a water line on the south side of the fence. He said the bank would need to know that they could not put a building over the lines. David said that the line should show up on the surveyors map as he had already done locates for the developers. The Mayor stated that he understood that the bank wants the land to build a driveway. The Board will discuss it at the next Board meeting.

Ald. Richmond moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Monday May 18, 2010. Ald. Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board of Aldermen acknowledged Larry Newton from the Goodman Betterment Committee to discuss the helicopter pad. Larry stated that he understood that there was a problem with transporting a patient on a stretcher across the grass the last time the helicopter pad was used. He said that after talking with Freeman Ambulance people they would like to see an additional 5-foot width of concrete added to one side of the pad and a 5-foot sidewalk from the pad to the street. He said it would take about 10 yards of concrete and the approximate cost would be about $1500.00 for materials. He said that the fire department, the Goodman Betterment Club and the City might divide the cost. He said that Freeman Ambulance might be able to help with the cost also. Ald. Richmond stated that he thought the City could help with the costs. Larry said that when they get a proposal together they would come back to a Board meeting to discuss it with the Board.

The Mayor stated that he wanted to discuss with the Board the request made by Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson regarding their de-annexation request. The Mayor stated that after consideration the he felt that the Board could not let them de-annex. The Mayor stated that there was the cost of the election which would be held in November and it would leave two properties to the south out of the city limits. The Mayor said that it would be opening a can of worms. He said that he was afraid other people will want to de-annex from the city limits. Ald Richmond said that if the Board went ahead and let the Hutchinson’s de-annex the Board would be setting a precedent allowing other people to de-annex. Ald. Richmond stated that the Hutchinson property had been in the city a limit for a long time. Clyde Davidson asked if there would be a problem reversing the Boards original decision. It was noted that the Missouri Municipal League had said that the Board was not required to allow for a de-annexation and that in fact they were questioning why the Board would want to allow a de-annexation which would diminish the size of the city limits. Ald Richmond made the motion to cease the de-annexation proceedings. Ald Kohley seconded. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays. The Mayor stated that he would get in touch with the Hutchinson’s to tell them of the Board’s decision. The Clerk is to issue a follow up letter.

The Clerk noted that the police department is going to be able to re-submit an application for a police officer through the 2010 Cops Hiring Program. She noted that with the new application the City will only be able to apply for one officer. She also reminded the Board that the grant pays for the first three years wages and benefits and then the Board has to guarantee to pay for the fourth year. She stated that the Board would need to budget putting away $8,338.33 a year for three years to be able to pay for the fourth year.   Ald Windsor moved to allow the Mayor to sign the Cops Hiring Program application. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

.           Department head reports:

                        1. Tom West had none.

                        2. David Brodie informed the Board that he had to purchase a new motor for the sludge pump $293.00.

                        3. Dawn Bunch- was not present.

4. Paula Brodie –Discuss purchasing a replacement book case for the one in the Mayor’s office.                Noted that the City’s books were audited on May 26 and 27. As soon as it is compiled Nick        Myers will attend a Board meeting to give the 2009 Audit. Ald Richmond moved to allow the Clerk to purchase a new bookcase for $209.95 from Wood You Furniture. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Under new business the Mayor reported that he had been working on the old Zipper mower. He said that he had asked Ruth Parmley for a price on the replacement parts. He said that Ruth said it would be about $500.00. He said the Zipper had been over heating which was causing the problems. The Board tabled for further discussion.

Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills in the amount of $4,959.08 including transfers. Ald Richmond second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nays

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

May 18, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night May 18, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kristin Windsor, and Keith Kohley. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, and City Supervisor David Brodie. Ald Reardon Was not present

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Richmond moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Monday May 4, 2010. Ald. Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Mayor stated that he would like to thank the city employees for their work during the last storm. He noted that they took care of the waste water plant keeping it from flooding. He also noted that during the storm the other night the emergency management director and other volunteers kept watch during what could have been a potentially dangerous storm. Ald Kohley stated that he wanted to thank everybody for coming out and helping him and Denis during the storm.

The Mayor noted that Jill from the First Community Bank had asked him to discuss with the Board a request from First Community Bank to sell the City land between their parking lot on the North side of Main Street and the KCS railroad tracks. He stated that the bank needed the extra land to make a drive through teller window. He said that if the city would sell the land to the bank they intended on restoring the old jail building The Board discussed how much land belongs to the City. The Clerk said that the Missouri Municipal League suggested that the Board hold a public hearing to inform the public of their intentions to sell the land to the bank. She stated that per Missouri Revised State Statute 79.390 the Board of Aldermen can buy and sell property for the City. David said there is a sewer line that runs North of the Jail along the tracks. He said that it would need to be stipulated not to put the building over the sewer line.  The Board agreed to hold a public hearing at the beginning of the meeting on June 1^st.

The Department heads made the following reports:

                         Tom West noted that he had received new light bar for the black car.  Keith asked for the                                 officers to patrol more at the corner of Whited and Williams. Tom said that he would start                                  patrolling that area more.

                         David Brodie stated that he had ordered the piece for the flow meter and that the cost for it is                            $500.00. He also reported that he had responded to the Department of Natural resources report                                   on the water system. He also talked with the Board about the sewer system. He said that the                              Board was going to have to look into doing major repairs to the system. He also noted that he                                  hoped that the tractor would be back in working order some time this week.

                         Paula Brodie –noted the letter to the Fays regarding high grass and weeds. She stated that the                            City had to write them every year about high grass. The Mayor stated that people have been                              warned, that Missy put a notice on the water bills, and that he had written a letter two years                                ago informing the people about the weed and high grass ordinance. The Mayor said that it was                                  time that the police officers write people a ticket for the violation. Paula also asked the Board                               about purchasing a replacement book case for the one in the Mayor’s office. She stated that she                              had received two prices for book cases. The Board tabled deciding until next meeting. She also                                noted the request from Micah Davidson regarding his May water bill. Ald Windsor made the                            motion to average the sewer part of Mr. Davidson’s water bill. Ald Kohley second. Ald                                        Richmond asked if Mr. Davidson wanted the water averaged too. The Clerk said he had not                                    asked for the water to be averaged too. The Board went ahead and voted 3 ayes 0 nays

The Board discussed the following new business.

Under new business the Board discussed the property behind Gary Rogers’s house on Main Street. David said it looked like the property had been surveyed. He wanted the Board to know that the lot is not big enough to build on.

David asked if the Mayor or the Board had been in contact again with Duane Cooper about collecting the settlement on the lawsuit from Lynnson, Inc. David said that the Board had talked with Duane about a month ago but he had not heard anything since then. The Mayor stated that he had talked with Duane a couple of times about it and he always tells him that he is working on it. David said it had been months since the Appellate court had found in favor with the City and that he was afraid that if the Board did not stay on top of the collection they would not be able to collect the $300,000.00. Ald Richmond stated that the longer it goes on the less chance the City has of getting the funds. Mayor Wilson suggested that the Board contact Duane themselves regarding the settlement.  The Board discussed the surety bond that Mr. Persons was required to post per the contract. The Mayor told the Board that he would contact Duane and get back to them on what he had done.

Ald Richmond moved to approve the bills in the amount of $26,650.03 including transfers. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nays

The Clerk noted that City Hall will be closed on Memorial Day May 31^st.

Ald Kohley reminded everyone that the “The Just for Fun Run Car Show was changed to July 10 from10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

The Board decided not to attend the MML legislative update meeting this year.

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

May 4, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night May 4, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kristin Windsor and Keith Kohley. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, City Supervisor David Brodie, Tax Collector Dawn Bunch and Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson. Ald Reardon was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Kohley moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Monday April 20, 2010. Ald. Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Tom reported that Shannon Gravette was in court and that she reported to the Judge that the trailer was being moved at this time. The Judge was present and stated he had continued her to June 1^st to make sure she has cleaned up the yard to the City’s satisfaction.

Ald Windsor made the motion for the city to file an application to join the National Flood Insurance Program. Ald Kohley seconded 3 ayes, 0 nays.  Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the mayor’s signing resolution 2010-01, which is a resolution used by cities when applying for participation in the NFIP program. Duane Cooper told the board at the meeting on April 6^th that the resolution was a standard resolution and that it would be ok for the board to sign. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays. It was noted that even though the City is shown on the Federal Emergency Management Association Flood Plains Maps as not having any area in a flood plain area, the Board still has to join the NFIP so that people could buy flood insurance if they wanted to. The Board discussed who the official would be to work with Fema/Sema on anything to do with flood occurrences. Ald Richmond stated that David would probably be a good choice as he was in town all of the time and would have all of the paper work and maps available to him. Ald Richmond made the motion to appoint David Brodie as the FEMA contact in regards to the National Flood Insurance Program. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor asked if anyone would like to attend the Missouri Municipal League Wrap-Up Dinner meeting in Lebanon on May 25^th 2010. The Mayor and Ald Richmond stated that they might attend but will inform the Clerk before the RSVP date.

 The following reports were made by the Department Heads:

Tom West reported that Curt had just radioed him to report that the trailer is gone from Shannon Gravette’s property, but the property is not cleaned up yet. He also stated that the Police Department was receiving a grant from the Mo. Department of Transportation for a new LED light-bar including installation for the Ford Expedition.

David Brodie reported that the flow meter at the treatment plant is broke. He has temporarily fixed it. He said he might need to buy a new transformer for the flow meter. If the transformer does not fix the flow meter he will have to purchase a new one, which is around $3,000.00.  He also reported that the City Hall air conditioner is not working. He said he would look at it in the morning to see if he can figure out what is wrong with it. He reported that he found and repaired the water leak at the treatment plant. He said it had been leaking around 4,000 gallons a day.

David informed the Board that a routine inspection was completed on the city water system by the Department of Natural Resources. He stated that the report showed that there were five deficiencies, two of them being classified as SIGNIFICANT DEFIEINCIES. He said that the Significant Deficiencies had to be corrected quickly.  He stated the first one required him to monitor the chlorine daily that goes into the system, which he does, however in the past he has not documented it. He said the requirement was to monitor and keep a daily log which he has implemented already. The other item that was classified as a significant deficiency was that the city needed to have a backup operator and operating procedures for that operator to follow. He said that he had asked Steve Parnell, the operator from the City of Anderson to be the City’s back up operator and that he had agreed. David stated he would be putting together a procedure manual for Steve to use.

The other three deficiencies did not need to be addressed immediately but should be considered in the near future. He stated that he needed a set of scales for the chlorine bottle to sit on in the well house. He said that the scales help him monitor the amount of chlorine used daily. They cost around $1100.00. The next thing on the list was that they require the well casing to be 12” from the floor in the well house. He said that he would have to get with Tiff City Pump to see what all would have to be done. He said he was sure that they will have to pull the pump, put in the longer casing and then replace the pump. The final thing on their list was to install a security fence around the well house and the tower at the city hall.

He said while the inspector from DNR was here he talked with him again about the need for the city to have a back up generator. David stated that in the past he has always contacted Tiff City Pump and been put on standby for their generator. He said he understood that Tiff City has a standing agreement with the City of Aurora to help them first and then they have other cities that they have agreed to help on a first come first serve basis. David said that it is time for the Board to purchase a generator to better serve the citizens of Goodman during emergencies. He said that he had been looking into generator prices. A diesel generator will cost about $25,000.00 and a trailer to put it on will cost around $2,000.00.

David reported that the final comment from the Department of Natural Resources was to encourage the Board to set an annual cost of living increase on the water rates to make sure that they have enough funds coming in to take care of the water department expenses and so that the people are not hit with a big increase at one time. The cost of living increase should be 1.5 to 2.5 of the median household.

Dawn Bunch was present to answer any questions on her monthly tax report. There were no questions.

                        Paula Brodie had nothing to report.

David reported that Erwin Bussy donated a 60” woods mower to the recreation department. Clyde reported that the zipper mower had quit again. He said the recreation board had decided that they need to go ahead and replace it. He said that they would like to purchase a Classic Dixie Chopper which is a commercial grade mower. He said that there was a special price for government entities which was $7,649.00. He stated that the Recreation Department has $4,000.00 to put towards it. He asked if the Board would be willing to put in the rest. Clyde said if the Board wanted the recreation department to pay them back they could try to by the end of ball season. Ald Richmond stated that he was going to recommend the city purchase a mower, make sure it is serviced yearly, that it could be used for the ballpark during ball season, and then the city could use it too. Clyde stated that they had no problem with the city using the mower. Clyde said that the mower would need to be used at the ballpark first and then the city can use it.

Keith Kohley stated that he would like to go on record as saying that the city had purchased a new handheld meter reader for David and they had purchased a new car for Tom so it was time that they spend money on the ballpark by purchasing a new mower.

The Mayor stated that if the city and the recreation department split the costs it would be owned by both entities. Clyde said that the recreation department would like to purchase the whole thing but they can’t right now. He said as he had stated before if the city wants the recreation department to reimburse the city they might be able to by the end of the season. Ald Richmond made the motion to split the cost of $7,649.00 with the recreation department to purchase a Classic Dixie Chopper. Ald Windsor seconded 3 ayes, 0 nays. It was noted that they will be purchasing it from 4 M services out of McDonald County. The mower sells for $8699.00 without the governmental discount.

Greg asked if a net could be put on the basketball hoop in the City Park David said he would see if one could be added. Greg then asked if David had gotten prices for trusses for the picnic area at the ballpark. David said he had talked with Sam Boblett and that Sam said 11 trusses would be needed and that he would sell them to the Recreation Department for $36.00 each. Greg asked if there were enough funds in the Play Park checking account to put a fence between the Stay and Play Park and Janice St. The clerk said there was just enough money to have a nice sign installed with all of the names of those who made donations to make the Stay and Play Park a reality. She noted that the final piece of equipment, a slide was ordered and would be delivered on Wednesday. Ald. Windsor asked when the merry go round was going to be installed. She said she had some people asking her and she didn’t know. It was noted that the merry go round was almost ready to install but was waiting for Jimmie Morgan to finish one piece needed for the installation. 

Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills in the amount of $31,763.32 including transfers. Ald Richmond second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nays

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Richmond second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

April 20, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night April 20, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kristin Windsor and Keith Kohley. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, City Supervisor David Brodie, City Attorney Duane Cooper and City Tax Collector Dawn Bunch. Ald. Reardon was not present.  Guests included Brent Harris, Callie Hudson, Kathy Wilson, Joyce Haynes, Amye Buckley, Stewart Pace, Marshall Long, Bud Richmond, Jim Burrowes and Kent Hartman. Ald. Reardon was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Richmond moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Monday April 5, 2010. Ald. Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board of Aldermen held a Public hearing to discuss input on grants for street improvements and a new police station. Callie Hudson who is a grant writer/consultant was present to conduct the meeting. She noted that there were several grants available at this time. She stated that the Mayor and Tom had asked her to look into writing a grant for street repairs/resurfacing and one for a new police station. She stated that she is working on a grant application through the Missouri Department of Economic Development for street repairs. She explained what the project would entail. She asked for questions from those present. David asked which streets are on the application. She gave him a copy of the proposed project map. The Mayor noted that it would be a project just to fix the worst spots. He said there was about 5,000 feet in the project which included a 6” to 8” base with 3” of asphalt. Callie stated that the grant tops at $400,000.00 with no city match. David stated that school street needed to be done more than George Street. She stated that the grant was $355,000.00 for the project with an additional $35,000.00 for the engineer. Dawn Bunch asked if the city did just a patch job now would it affect future grants for more street repair. Callie said one grant does not affect another. Kent Hartman asked who would oversee the work that was being done. Callie stated that there would be someone from the Mo. Department of Economic Development who would be over seeing the project. The Board agreed to have her put in the grant proposal.

Callie also told those present that she is working on a new police station. She stated that she and Brent Harris had looked over the old station and that it was not possible to repair it because it is not structurally sound. She stated that the police department needed a new building. She stated that through USDA Rural Development ARRA (the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act) there are funds to build a new police station/Justice Center. She said that the plan was to add on to the existing City hall. She stated that a new Board room/Municipal Court Room sally port, new offices and bathroom facilities. She stated that Brent Harris had helped her draw up the plans. There is no match required. The Board agreed to have Callie file for the grant. Marshall Long said that if there were grants available it was a good idea for the board to apply for them. Callie noted that there was no ceiling on this grant and there was no city match.

Kent Hartman asked if this was the wish of the citizens to move the police station off Main street to Barlow Street. Tom stated that he had first looked for a lot on Main Street but there was not one available. The lot where the police station is now is not big enough to build a building the size that is needed. Tom said he would have preferred to stay on Main Street but that it just was not feasible.

Callie asked the people present to take the time and fill out a needs assessment survey. She stated that the grants have a deadline of May 1^st and that she expects the results to be out by the end of the summer.

Ald Windsor made the motion to allow the Mayor to sign the Missouri Department of Economic Development Block Grant Application for street repairs. Ald Kohley second. 3 aye 0 nays

Ald Windsor made the motion to allow the Mayor to sign a grant application from USDA Rural Development for a new police station. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes and 0 nays.

The Board of Aldermen discussed the following old Business:

The Goodman Community Betterment Club was present to discuss signing the deed giving the Community Building over to the City. Larry Newton the president of the club stated because the group had put $12,600.00 in cash and numerous hours building the building they were wanting to make sure that they could hold a meeting a month in the Community Building and receive ½ of the profits from any rentals of the building. It was noted that this profit would only come after all utility costs, maintenance costs and other costs necessary for the upkeep of the real property and any improvements that will be done. Larry stated that the group was satisfied with the agreement that the Board of Aldermen had drawn up. Ald Richmond made the motion to allow Mayor Wilson to sign the contract for sale of real property Agreement between the City of Goodman and the Goodman Community Betterment Club. Ald Windsor second. 3 aye 0 nos. Larry Newton, as president of the Goodman Community Betterment Club signed the Quit Claim deed giving the Community building over to the City of Goodman.

It was asked what plans were being made and how soon would the building be completed. The Mayor stated that he had been talking with Callie Hudson regarding any grants the City could get to complete the building.

Callie stated that she had been looking into grants to finish the building. She stated that it could be finished with USDA Rural Development American Recovery and Reinvestment funds. She stated that the Community Building would be called the Community Center/Emergency Center.

The Mayor showed the people present a drawing of the proposed community center/emergency center. Callie said the building would be out fitted with showers, compete working kitchen, bathroom facilities, a common area and storage. She stated the storage area was large so that emergency supplies, cots etc could be stored at the facility.  The grant will also supply a generator so the building can be used during emergencies. She said the amount already spent by the Goodman Betterment Club for materials and the hours that the Betterment club members worked on the building could be used as a 20% match on the grant application. Callie said that the building could be classified by the Red Cross as an Emergency Staging center for people during ice storms, power outages, after tornados etc. The possibility of the building bringing in money and maybe even the hiring of a part time employee to run the building would help on the grant application. David noted that he would like some landscaping to be added to the application. He said that in the back the building was 10 feet above ground level and it would take a lot of dirt to fill in. Kent Hartman stated that the black topped parking lot would be asset to the building. Callie said that the community center would be the only community building in the county that would be an emergency center too.

Ald Windsor made the motion to allow the Mayor to sign the USDA Rural Development American and Reinvestment Act grant application. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays

The Mayor noted that Shannon Gravette was not present. The Clerk stated that she had written a letter to Shannon Gravette to attend the board meeting on May the 4^th not April 20 to discuss her trailer on 134 Russell Street.  

The Mayor noted that Carey O’Brien was not present. He said that he understood that she wanted a variance to put a double- wide trailer at 113 W. Frazier.

The Clerk noted a letter the city had received from the Missouri Department of Economic Development dated March 24, 2010 that said the city would not be able to apply for a grant for the 2010 year. She noted that the Board had received a letter from Andy Papen, Compliance Manager from Mo. CDBG program on February 8 that said that the city would be receiving a waiver allowing them to apply for grants in 2010. She said that Callie said we need to get it and make sure we are not on the list of those that are not fundable.

Kathy Richmond asked about what the Goodman Community Betterment club meant by getting some of the funds back.  She was told about the agreement between the City of Goodman and the Goodman Community Betterment Club.

The Clerk read the Election results which were Northward Alderman Greg Richmond received 37 votes, Southward Aldermen Keith Kohley received 15 votes, Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson received 52 votes and the Tax Collector Dawn Bunch received 53 votes.  The Clerk proceeded to swear in the elected officials. The Clerk noted that Clyde was not present so she would swear him in before the next court session.

The Board discussed appointing the City Clerk, Chief of Police and City Attorney.

Ald. Kohley made the motion to approve Paula Brodie as City Clerk. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes and 0 nays.

Ald. Windsor made the motion to approve Tom West as Chief of Police. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes and 0 nays.

Ald. Windsor made the motion to approve Duane Cooper as City Attorney and to raise his hourly rate from $80.00 to $125.00 an hour. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes and 0 nays.

The Board discussed who would be acting President.  Ald Kohley made the motion to approve Greg Richmond as acting President.  Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 2 ayes, 0 nays, with Greg Richmond abstaining because of conflict of interest.

The Board agreed that Ald Windsor would be the Recreation Board Commissioner, Ald Kohley would be the Street Commissioner, Ald Reardon would be the Water/Sewer Commissioner and Ald Richmond would be the Maintenance Commissioner.

The Board decided to leave the Mayor, Alderpersons Reardon and Windsor as check signers for the city.

The clerk noted that Muddy Waters from the Sensus Company was in to see how the handhelds were doing. She said that he stated that Sensus does not repair the handhelds anymore. The last time a handheld was sent in for cleaning and maintenance it costs $180.00. She stated that Mr. Waters did know someone who could repair them if they needed to be repaired however he suggested purchasing one of the new handhelds sold by Sensus.  The Clerk noted that one of the handhelds had not been working right so the meter reader has been using the same one each month. She noted that if it broke the meter reader would not have a replacement auto read meter. The Board discussed purchasing a new handheld auto read meter. The handhelds were purchased during the water improvement project. If the Board decided to trade the auto read meter that is not working in the new one will costs $3,390.51 or if the old one was not traded in a new one would cost $4,984.38. The Board did not see any reason for keeping the one that was not working. Ald Windsor made the motion to trade in the auto read handheld device, purchasing the new one for $3,390.51. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The following department heads gave the following reports:

                        1. Tom West had no reports.

                        2. David Brodie reported that he had busted a tire on the back hoe while cleaning up the city                     property behind the community building. He said Paul Sprenkle had a pair of them for                                $250.00 mounted. He said he went ahead and purchased the tires.

            3. Paula Brodie noted the letter from Anthem which was a number of items that will be                   changing on the city’s medical insurance do to the Federal Health Care Bill and she also       mentioned the memo to Duane Cooper regarding the performance bond that Lynnson, Inc.           filed with the city prior to doing the water improvement project. Duane said he would look                into why they did not file on it. He said he thought that it had something to do with the                     law suit but he would get back to the Board with the information.

The Board talked with Duane about the need to collect the judgment from Lynnson, Inc. David stated that the city needed to diligently look into getting the judgement. Duane stated that he would be working on getting the judgment from Lynnson, Inc.

Stewart Pace said that the zipper needs a new motor. He said Carl Parmley said that it needs a new motor. Stewart said he would like to fix it and also purchase a new mower. He stated that he would have to purchase the mower through the city as they get a governmental rate on new mowers. He said that the kids were doing a hit-a- thon to raise money to help purchase a new mower. Stewart stated that even, if the Recreation Department buys the mower, the city could use it to mow around the community building. The Board agreed to table any decision until the next meeting which will be after the hit-a-thon to see if they will need to give the recreation department funds.

The Board discussed the following new business.

Greg Richmond stated he would like to talk with the Truss Company in town to see what it would cost to put a roof over the concrete pad at the Ballpark. David said if the Board was going to get it fixed it needed new tin also.

The Mayor stated that he had received a request to look into putting in a whistle and a gravel sidewalk from the helicopter pad to the street. He said he was told that the ambulance people had a hard time transporting a patient from the ambulance to the helicopter. The Board decided to look into the problem.

It was noted that the annual Burn Out and Car Show will be held at the ballpark from 10:00AM to 3:00PM on Saturday 24^th of March. 

The Clerk reported that the Emergency Management department had their radios programmed, the bill will be added to the next bill sheet. Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills in the amount of $19,331.78 including transfers. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nays

Ald Richmond moved to adjourn. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

April 5, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Monday night April 5, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Greg Richmond, Kristin Windsor, and Kevin Reardon. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, City Supervisor David Brodie and Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson. Guests included Mr. Brumback, Amye Buckley from the Neosho Daily News, Marshall Long, Carson Bunch and Ann Bunch. Ald Kohley was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Richmond moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday March 16, 2010. Ald. Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board of Aldermen discussed with Clyde Davidson who was present to represent the Recreation Department the purchasing of a mower for the ballpark. The Board discussed whether or not the Zipper mower was fixable. Clyde Davidson said that Carl Parmley told Heath a few years ago it needed a new motor. David reported that Mike Brodie had worked on the mower and was able to get it started. He said that he had taken it to the ballpark but it quit working so he took it over to Carl Parmley.  David said that he and David had mowed the ballpark for the last couple of weeks so that the Board could take the time to see if the Zipper mower was fixable or not. The Mayor said that if the mower blows up then the Board would need to purchase another mower. Clyde said that the Recreation Board would like to have purchased a mower, but at this time they do not have the funds; however they are saving towards purchasing one. Greg said that if the City purchased the mower he would like to see the mower be used by the City and not strictly for the ballpark.  Clyde said, during the ball season the mower would need to be kept at the ballpark. Greg stated he would like to see the Recreation Department try to use the Zipper this summer and then during budget meetings the Board could discuss fitting a new mower in the budget. Clyde reported that there were two ball teams last year and twelve teams this year. Greg stated he wanted Stewart to know that he is doing a good job, that the Board appreciates his hard work. The Mayor stated that the Board would ask that Stewart try to use the Zipper mower, if it is fixable and then at budget time the Board would look into budgeting for a new one. He also stated that it was understood by the Board that if the Zipper mower did not last the Board would be willing to purchase a new mower as soon as they could.

The following department reports were as follows:

1.      Tom West reported that nothing came of the protest that was staged against the Hunte Corporation. He said there were only four people present, the weather was bad and it only lasted about 3 ½ hours. Tom also stated that it was time for his Missouri Federation of Police Chiefs Association annual conference at Branson. He said that he would ask the Board’s approval for him to attend on June 3^rd through the 7^th, pay for his seminar fees, membership dues and hotel cost. Ald Richmond moved to allow him to attend and for the city to pay the cost. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

2.      David Brodie reported on Shannon Gravette’s trailer on Russell St. He said the Board had agreed to allow her to have until December 15^th to remove it. He said the trailer’s skirting had been removed however the trailer was still there. He asked the Board to make a decision regarding what needed to be done. The Mayor suggested sending her a ticket with a mandatory court appearance plus a letter requesting her presence at the Board meeting on the same night as her court appearance. It was decided to ask Duane Cooper about what can be done with  the James Sarratt property. It was noted that it was purchased at the tax sale, so the Board would have to find out who the legal owner was to write them a condemnation notice. David also reported that asphalt has gone up to $65.00 or $70.00 a ton. He said more asphalt was needed to patch more of the holes in the streets. The Mayor reported that he had talked with Callie Hudson regarding funding for street repairs. He said that Callie said there is money available. He said that he estimated that there were about 5,000 feet of street repairs that needs to be done and that it would cost about $350,000.00. He said that Callie was looking into grant funds for the city.

3.      It was noted by the Mayor that Dawn Bunch was not present but had given each Board member a copy of the monthly report in their packets. The Clerk stated that Dawn had said that if they had any questions she would be glad to attend the next meeting. The Board had no questions for her.

4.      Paula Brodie noted that Jimmie Morgan purchased a demolition permit to demolish the American Legion Building; however no date was set as yet for when he would do the demolishing. She also reported on a complaint from Joyce Kohley regarding people parking on and leaving ruts in the right of way along her street which is Williams St. Paula reported that David had talked with the land owners, which was a church group and that they had said that they would take care of the problem. She also told the Board that Duane had called and said that the resolution on joining the National Flood Insurance Program was a standard resolution that all of the cities were passing and that it would be OK to vote on the resolution at the meeting on May 4th. She also reported that she had received on the fax machine the deed for the Goodman Betterment Club to sign giving the Community building and land back to the City. Clyde stated that he would take a copy of the deed to the next Betterment Club meeting for the members to look at. It was decided to table any discussion on the community building until the meeting on April 20^th. Paula noted that she had not received the ballot from Duane yet for the November election to allow Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Hutchinson to de-annex from the City. Paula also noted that John Britt’s homes on South School Street have been in foreclosure and that he still owes a bill to the City for work that was done by city employees to hook him to sewer and water. The Board agreed to put the bills in the building permit file so that if he tries to purchase another building permit to build another house he will be required to pay all bills owed to the city first.

The Board discussed the following old business:

David stated that the appellate court confirmed the decision of the Jury in the case of the City of Goodman Vs. Lynnson, Inc. He said the judgment was in the amount of $300,000.00. He said he would like to see the Board actively go after the $300,000.00 that was awarded the City of Goodman. He asked that the Mayor consider meeting with Duane Cooper to encourage him to actively seek the payment owed to the city. He stated that if the Board let more time elapse without making a concentrated effort to recoup the judgment amount the City might loose it.       The Mayor stated that he would make an appointment with Duane.                                  

Carson Bunch asked that the Board of Alderman require the police officers to fill out a daily log noting when they go into and out of service, the mileage on the cars when they go on duty and off and also note what calls they go on. The Mayor stated that Carson had asked him before to have the police officers do this and that after he and Carson had talked he had called all the other towns and found out that none of them require their officers to fill out logs. The Mayor stated that he believed that everything was documented with the County whenever the officers contacted 911. He said he believed that he could get copies of the documentation from the county if there were any questions.

Ald Richmond moved to approve the bills in the amount of $54,882.42 including transfers. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes0 nays

Ald Richmond moved to adjourn. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

March 16, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night March 16, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included President Elect Greg Richmond, Alderpersons Kristin Windsor, Keith Kohley and Kevin Reardon. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, City Supervisor David Brodie, Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson, and Recreation Director Stewart Pace. Many Guests where present including Kathy Wilson, Mr. Brumback and Joyce Haynes. Mayor Calvin Wilson was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Reardon moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday March 2, 2010. Ald. Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

President Elect Richmond read the letter from USDA regarding the City’s 2009 year end report.

The Board discussed the need to reappointment Denis Kolb as the City’s Emergency Management director per the State Emergency Management Agency. 

Ald Kohley moved to appoint Dennis Kolb as Emergency Management Director for the year 2010. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board discussed a request from Barbara House, manager of the Dollar General regarding a donation for an Easter Egg Hunt she was trying to organize. The Clerk noted that she had called and stated that she would like to host an Easter egg hunt at the ballpark this year if she could get some donations to help with the cost. Stewart Pace informed the Board that the school was going to hold one and had asked to use the ballpark property. The Clerk was instructed to call Barbara to let her know that the school was hosting an Easter egg hunt.

6.  Department reports:

1.      Tom West gave the Board copies of reports on the calls the Police Department responded to during the months of February and March. He also reported that he and the Mayor have been talking to Callie Hudson a grant writer from Pineville about a 100% grant to build a new police station. There was some discussion about where it would be built but no decision made.

2.      David Brodie reported that he was having trouble with the pumps at the treatment plant. He also reported that he had attended a meeting with Harry S Truman Coordinating council regarding their help in drawing up of a Hazard Mitigation plan for McDonald County which will include all of the cities. He said that in the future the city will have to provide information to be included in the plan.

3.      Dawn Bunch not present.

4.      Paula Brodie no reports.

The Board discussed the following old business.

Stewart Pace was present to discuss with the Board purchasing a new or used mower to mow the ballpark. He had quotes on three different mowers. The quotes were for a commercial grade Dixie Chopper mower at $5,900.00, a Gravely tractor for $4,210.00 and a John Deere tractor that could be purchased for $985.00 a year for 5 years. He also noted that he had a price for a used Cub Cadet for $2,000.00. President Elect Richmond stated that he thought the board needed time to go over the quotes before a decision could be made. Clyde Davidson said that the Board could buy cheap but the mower would not last. Stewart and Clyde stated that the recreation department had been receiving donations to get the ball program up and running. Stewart told the Board about all of the people who turned out for the work day at the ballpark and because of them the ballpark is almost ready for ball season. He also noted that motion lights have been installed at the ballpark. David reported that he and David Sarratt had repaired two toilets and re-plumbed the sink in the concession stand. The Board agreed to make a decision at the next meeting.

Mr. Brumback was acknowledged by the Board. He stated that he understood that Stewart had offered to donate his wages to help purchase the mower. He said if the city wanted to take Stewart’s offer he would pay $500.00 of the city’s match. President Elect Richmond stated that at the last meeting the Board had told Stewart that they did not want him to give up his wages. He said that the Board will be willing to help with the purchase but needed time to look over the quotes.

The Board asked David to call Als Gas to have him remove a 500-gallon propane tank that was at the Ballpark that was not being used.

Ald Reardon moved to approve the bills in the amount of $19,408.76 including transfers. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes 0 nays

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4 ayes, nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

March 2, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night March 2, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Kristin Windsor, Greg Richmond, Keith Kohley and Kevin Reardon. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, Officer Curt Drake, Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson and City Supervisor David Brodie.  Guests included Stewart Pace, Recreation Board Director, Carson Bunch, Amye Buckley and Joyce Haynes.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Richmond moved to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday February 16, 2010. Ald. Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor noted the email from Region M Solid Waste Management that informed the Board of the need to assign someone from the City to represent them on the District’s Management Council. The Mayor said that the representative needed to attend a meeting on March 10^th.  He asked the Board if any of them could attend. None of the Board was able to attend so the Mayor said he would attend.

The Following reports were made by:

1.      Tom West stated that he has two-weeks vacation left. He asked the board to give him an extension until the end of June to use it up. Ald Kohley made the motion to extend Tom’s vacation until the end of June. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

He also noted that he had finally gotten the right push bar and had it put on new car

.

                        2.  David Brodie stated that the white truck needs to be aligned and the 4-wheeler needs tuned up. He said the alignment would cost $45.00 and a ballpark figured on the 4 wheeler tune up is $300.00. He noted that during budget talks he had asked for the tune up to be included in his budget. Ald. Windsor moved to have David take the 4 wheeler to Joplin Honda for tune up. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays. He stated that he had fixed the smell in the Emergency Management Department. He also noted that he and David have been patching holes in the streets as they can.

                        3. Dawn Bunch reported that she turned over the City’s three year delinquent real estate taxes over to the McDonald County Collector. She noted that the County Collector will collect the City’s taxes and forward them to the City. She said that if the taxes were not paid they would be put up for sale in August.

                        4.  Paula Brodie had nothing to report.

The Mayor noted that Duane said that the Southern Appellate court has issued the case disposition on Lynnson Inc, Vs. the City of Goodman. He stated that Duane said that the Appellate court found in favor of the City.  Duane will be contacting Bob Persons attorney regarding payment.

The Board discussed the following old business:

The Mayor reported that he was looking into funding for street repairs.

Stewart Pace stated that he was afraid that the zipper mower would not be able to be repaired. He said that he knew of a mower that was for sale for $2,000.00. He said he believed he could get the price lowered. Stewart told the board that he would donate his $1,000.00 director‘s pay if the City would match another $1,000.00 to purchase the zero turn mower. David said that he has looked at the zipper mower however he needed more time to break it down. He said that he had talked with Carl Parmley who had worked on it in the past and he said that Carl was concerned that the motor was worn out. Stewart stated that he needs ag lime for the ball fields. He said if he could get the mower price lowered he would have the extra money to purchase the lime.  He also noted that L & K Market donated the funds to purchase replacement bulbs for the Ballpark lights and that New Mac is going to install them. He said that there are 70 kids signed up right now to play ball.  Ald Reardon stated he hated to see Stewart give his wages back. Clyde stated that if the concessions do well the recreation department might be able to refund him. Clyde and Stewart are going to look at the Zero turn mower and bring the information back to the Board at the next meeting.

Stewart said that they will be having a workday at the ballpark from 12:00PM to 5:00PM on March 13^th. The 13^th is also the last day for sign ups.

Curt Drake asked if the Board could write letters to the owners of the singlewide trailers in town to have them removed. He was told that they were grandfathered in per the city ordinance. It was noted that no new singlewides could be moved into town.

The Board held an open discussion regarding derelict buildings and houses, old cars, and cleaning up around their properties. The Mayor stated that he was going to write a letter to the citizens regarding cleaning up their property, getting rid of old cars and junk etc. He stated that he was going to include that the city would be issuing tickets to violators instead of warnings.  It was discussed whether or not a person could work on a truck in his back yard. The Mayor stated that cars that are being worked on should be inside a garage. The Mayor stated that he was going to write a very stern letter to the citizens.

Ald Kohley moved to approve the bills in the amount of $27,544.58 including transfers. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4 ayes 0 nays

Ald Kohley moved to adjourn. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

February 16, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night February 16, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Alderpersons Kristin Windsor, Keith Kohley, and Greg Richmond. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson, and City Supervisor David Brodie. Guests included Kathy Wilson, Joyce Haynes, Amye Buckley.  Mayor Wilson was in Jefferson City for a meeting and Kevin Reardon was absent.

Acting President Greg Richmond called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Kohley made the motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday February 2, 2010. Ald. Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Acting President Greg Richmond stated that Stewart Pace was not present yet but he would be present as soon as the basketball games were over at the school.

The Board of Aldermen discussed whether or not to put the mowing out for bid this year. David stated that Mike Williams wants to do the mowing again and would charge the same amount that he has for the past few years. David recommended renewing the agreement with Mike as the Board had for the past years. David said that Mike has always been reliable and does excellent work. Clyde asked if it would be possible for Mike to mow some of the ballpark. Clyde said that maybe Stewart could mow the actual ball fields, and then maybe the city employees or Mike could do the rest of the park. The Board agreed to look into the situation before any decisions would be made regarding hiring Mike to help mow the field.  

Ald Reardon joined the meeting at 7:05PM.

Ald Kohley made the motion to keep Mike Williams on to mow the city. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

Acting President Richmond noted that the Appellate court affirmed the decisions made during the water improvement project’s lawsuit against Lynnson, Inc. Mr. Persons attorney has two weeks to appeal to the Missouri Supreme Court.

Acting President Richmond noted the letter from the Department of Economic Development in regards to closing out the CDBG Water Improvement grant. Note waiver being given by CDBG for a street project. The Clerk also noted that the letter included a statement from CDBG that because of the lawsuit settlement they might consider recouping some of the grant funds from the City. David stated that he could show CDBG where all of the funds from the lawsuit needed to be spent to complete the Water Improvement Project. It was also noted that legal fees for the lawsuit was around $60,000.00. The money to pay the lawsuit expense came out of the cities water account.

The Board of Aldermen discussed whether or not to continue with an application for Street improvements. The Clerk noted that she had asked CDBG to send the city an application.

The following Department heads made the following reports:

                        1. Tom West was not present.

                        2. David Brodie reported that he had talked with Swift Construction regarding the cost to do repairs to certain streets around town. He stated that overlay ran $7.50 a square yard. He said that did not include any dirt work or putting in risers for the manholes. He said to do one mile of overlay it would cost $94,000.00 for the asphalt only. He stated that the worst place in town was the intersection of Garner and Janice. He said it would cost $4,216.65 to fix that intersection. He said that to fix the holes on Janice Street it would cost $5,250.00. He said that his recommendation for Janice Street would be to overlay from Barlow to just south of Fields, which would cost $11,374.95. Both projects would run around $16,000.00.

                        3. Dawn Bunch was not present.

                        4. Paula Brodie noted that John Fitts from Noel would be in town asking for people to sign a petition for a State Constitutional amendment call “Personhood”. He will be collecting signatures until April 20^th and she read the thank you card from Cledith Morris regarding the Boards approval to average her water bill.

The Board of Aldermen discussed the following old business. Brodie reported that he has been looking for a generator; however he has not found one yet.

Clyde told the Board that he would like to discuss some of the needs at the ballpark. He stated that the lights at the ball field need to be worked on before ball season begins. He said that several of the light bulbs need to be changed out. He said that New Mac and Empire District usually volunteered to help get the lights ready for the season. He said if the ball program was going to continue during the next few years the lighting needed to be completely refurbished. He said that he believed with replacing the bulbs and some minor repairs the lights would be OK for this year’s season. He also wanted the Board to know that the Recreation Department does not have any working capital to run the ball program this year. Clyde said last year there were only two teams that played and that they played at Anderson because it was more cost effective. He said because of this there were no concession stand funds that usually helped stock the concession stand for the following year and to use to purchase any needed equipment. He said that Stewart hoped to sign up more kids this year to play and to get more parents to volunteer. Clyde said that the kids will need to be signed up by March 15.  He said that the McDonald County Summer Ball Program’s insurance becomes effective on that date. He said that practice could not begin until the insurance became effective. He said that Stewart will have to have the list of children that will be playing by that date so that they will be covered by the counties ball program insurance.

Keith Kohley asked about the sewer gas in the Emergency Management department in the Police Station. David said he had not been told anything about the sewer problem. He said that he would check on it in the morning.

Keith Kohley stated that he and Dennis had purchased four radios off of EBay to use in the emergency management department.  He asked the Board if they would be willing to pay to have the radios programmed. David said that he understood that the fire department has bought equipment to program radios. He suggested that Keith might talk with them about getting their radios programmed. The Board decided to discuss it at the next meeting.

The Board acknowledged Stewart Pace to discuss the Recreation Board Directors positions. Stewart stated that he was not sure what the Board would expect of him as Director and he was curious about any rules and regulations on running the department. Clyde stated that there was a set of bylaws, however he did not know if they had ever been accepted by the City. He said in the past the Director usually took care of the field, setting up the teams and games. He said usually the Director and a treasurer were signers on the bank account. Stewart stated that any registration money would be turned over to Clyde. He said he would like to see a minimal amount charged to the children for registration. Clyde said all of the recreation departments around the county try to charge the same amount per child to play. Stewart said they would be charging $25.00 for the first child and $10.00 for the next child. There will be no additional fee for any other children in the same family. Clyde noted that the Goodman Ball Program would run under the McDonald County Summer Ball Program using standard Little League rules. Clyde said it cost around $35.00 a game for umpires. Stewart said that he would have signups at the basketball games at the school starting on Monday, Tuesday Thursday and Friday from 5:00PM to 7:00PM.  He said Mrs. Smith the principal from Goodman Elementary said that the notice for signups could be put on the school sign.

Stewart said that any volunteers working for the recreation department have to submit to a background check. He said that he will turn his information over to the McDonald County Summer Ball committee and they will be responsible to run everyone through the McDonald County Sheriff’s department. They will then give him back the list of volunteers he can use. Only people that have had background checks will be used.  He stated that this was being done for the safety of the children.

It was noted that the budget for the Recreation Board Director was set during budget sessions in December. The Clerk gave the Board and Stewart Pace a copy of the city recreation budget. She noted that the General fund only had $2700.00 left in it when they completed the budget and since then the Board had agreed to an increase for the city employee’s medical insurance of $900.00. This left around $1800.00 in the General Fund Budget.

There was discussion regarding changes needed to the Recreation Department. Stewart said he would be paying umpires once a week and they would be paid by check. He said that way he could keep better track of the accounting. Another item that was discussed was whether or not the city could help with the mowing. David said it will take one man a whole day to mow the field. He said another concern was having the appropriate mowers to do the job. He stated that he had asked for a key to the equipment shed at the ballpark so that he could look over the mowers to see what they needed. Clyde said that the zipper mower had been repaired numerous times and that he did not know if it was usable or not. David said that it would be better if they changed the tires on the Kubota tractor and used the woods mower. It was noted that the woods mower was not at the ball park anymore and no one knew where it was. Stewart also asked for keys to the equipment shed so that he could check the ball equipment. He said he didn’t know if there was enough equipment for each team. He stated by looking at the budget there was no funds set aside for equipment purchases or supplies. Clyde said in the past the Recreation Board bought equipment with funds from the concession stand or donations and that he had keys and would make sure both David and Stewart has one.

Kevin Reardon said that the recreation budget had been cut for this year because no teams played at Goodman last year and the Board was not sure there was interest for a Goodman Ball Program for this year. He said that if there is interest shown the Board might be able to help more. He said that once Stewart sees if there is interest the Board could discuss it again.

Ald Kohley made the motion to appoint Stewart Pace as Recreation Board Director.  Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4ayes 0 nays.

Ald Reardon made the motion to approve the bills in the amount of $19,296.86 including transfers. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes 0 nays.

Ald Kohley made the motion to adjourn. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 4 ayes 0 nays.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

February 2, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night February 2, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Kristin Windsor and Greg Richmond. Also, present were Municipal Judge Clyde Davidson, City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, and City Supervisor David Brodie. Ald Kohley and Alderman Reardon were not present.  Guest included Carson Bunch, Kathy Wilson, Mr. Benjamin Barron, Daisy Collins and Joyce Haynes. 

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

The Mayor acknowledged Benjamin Barron to discuss his request for a home business license for Naturaleza Homeopatica, LLC. His daughter was present and interpreted for him. She stated that he was going to perform services, counseling, and consultation in regards to homeopathic medicines. His home is at 104 W. Garner St. He is also a pastor who will be working with the Baptist churches in Goodman, Neosho and Anderson. He stated that he would not be prescribing any medicines.

Ad Reardon joined the meeting during Mr. Barron’s discussion

Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the business license request. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays

Ald. Richmond made the motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday, January 19, 2010. Ald. Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board of Alderman discussed a request made by David Tosh to be allowed to use the ballpark for the annual Car Show and Burn Out on April 24^th.  The date was OK with the Board and Clyde stated that the Goodman Betterment Club would be helping him.

The Board discussed a memo regarding the city medical insurance premium from the Clerk.  She reported that the city’s medical insurance, Anthem was renewable on March 15. She reported that there was an increase of 3% which was around $1200.00 over all the employees. She noted that the city’s budget showed all funds in the black.  She asked the Board of Aldermen if the wanted to keep the same policy for the employees or did they want her to get other quotes.

Ald Richmond made the motion to keep the existing policy with Anthem.  Ald Reardon seconded. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor noted that the Board of Aldermen had received a letter and application from Ron Thomas at Rural Development regarding funding for street repair. He noted that Rural Development would only fund 55% of the project. David said he would talk with Swift Construction to see if they could give the city a ballpark figure of what it will cost. The Mayor noted that the city did not have the funds to do a 45% match.

The department heads made the following reports:

                        1. Tom West is working on his racial profiling annual report.

                        2. David Brodie had nothing to report.

                        3. Dawn Bunch had provided a monthly tax collectors report in the Boards packets.

                        4. Paula Brodie noted that she had included in the Boards packets memos to Duane regarding the De-Annexation request from Aaron Hutchinson and a second request for a deed for the community building. She also noted that she had written a letter to Pineville Mayor Pat Beshears regarding their offer to use their animal shelter. She also showed the Board pictures of what the First Community Bank will look like after renovations. She also noted that after getting bids from the Neosho Daily News and the McDonald County press to print the year end 6 month financial statement she had chosen to use the McDonald County press because their bid was $1200.00 lower than the Neosho Daily News. She also stated that the IRS mileage reimbursement was changed to .50 cents which meant that the cities would change to .50 cents as the Board had agreed to keep the mileage reimbursement the same as IRS recommends.

The Board discussed a request by the clerk to attend the annual Missouri City Clerks and Finance Officers Spring Institute from March 8, to March 11^th. Ald Windsor made the motion for her to attend. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Clerk noted that she had not ran the advertisement in the paper yet for the Recreation Board Director was not in the paper as Stewart Pace had come into the city hall and had expressed an interest in the position. She said that she had told Stewart that she would hold of putting the advertisement in the paper until he had a chance to discuss the position with others on the recreation board. She stated that Mr. Pace had not let her know if he was still interested or not. Clyde stated that he had talked with Stewart and felt that he wanted the position. He said Stewart works on Fridays night but he did not feel that would be a conflict. It was noted that Stewart was working the basketball games at the school tonight and could not attend the Board meeting. Clyde said that Stewart would need to talk with the Board regarding their expectations on what they would expect him to do as the Director. Clyde noted that he was sure the past recreation board would be willing to help him. The Board agreed to write Mr. Pace a letter asking him to attend the next Board meeting on February 16^th, 2010 to discuss the position.

David asked to be allowed to get the mower from the Ball Park to work on it to see what shape it was in. The Board discussed the possibility of brush hogging the bigger part of the park and only using the mower to mow the ball fields.

The Board of Aldermen discussed the following new business:

David asked the Board to allow him to start looking into purchasing a generator to run the well and maybe the treatment plant. He stated that it would take at least a 100 KW, 3- phase generator to run the well. He was not sure what it would take to run the treatment plant. He told the Board that it would be beneficial if they could purchase one big enough to do both. He stated he would like to have it mounted on a trailer so that it could be moved to where ever it was needed. He noted that right now the city’s only source of a generator during bad weather, electrical outages etc. was to contact Tiff City Pump who has a generator. He said that Tiff City had other people that relied on them too. David said he thought the Board might be able to purchase a used one.

The treatment plant will need to have a transfer switch put on it to hook up the generator.

Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the bills in the amount of $27,490.16 including transfers. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nos.

Ald Windsor made the motion to adjourn. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nos.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

January 19, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night January 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Kevin Reardon, Kristin Windsor and Greg Richmond. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, and City Supervisor David Brodie. There were several people present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Richmond made the motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday January 5, 2010. Ald. Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor noted that there were five people who had asked for their water bills to be averaged. They are Cledith Morris, Wally Jeffers, Fagan Hallbrooks, Mike Davis and Charles Whitehill. Ald. Kohley made the motion to approve averaging their bills.  Ald Windsor seconded. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor noted that Bob Mitchell who was next on the agenda was not present. He said that Mr. Mitchell had discussed with him the possibility of putting in a car rebuild shop in the chicken houses that used to be owned by Stanley Crawford.

The Mayor noted that the next thing on the agenda was to acknowledge Jill Beshears who is present to represent the First Community Bank. Jill informed the Board of Aldermen that the First Community Bank was going to be doing major renovations to the bank building. She stated that they were going to keep the historical look to the bank but they would be doing a complete renovation. She stated that because of the renovation the bank would like to install a doublewide bank trailer that they would work out of for about 8 months. She said that the building would be installed in the parking lot across from the bank. She stated that she had talked with Virginia Warn and Julie Chisco about redoing the fronts of their building so that the fronts of all of the buildings would be the same. She said they had agreed. She also noted that the bank had purchased the old hardware store to the east of the bank and they were in the process of purchasing the American Legion Building. She said as soon as the bank became owners of both buildings they were going to demolish them and put in a park.

Ald Reardon made the motion to approve First Community Bank installing a temporary bank trailer on the lot across from the bank for a period of one year. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor acknowledged Aaron Hutchinson who was present to make a request for his parents to de-annex their property on the south end of town. He turned in a written request from his parents signed and notarized to the Mayor. The Mayor noted that there are two properties to the south of the Hutchinson property that would be connected to the City Limits by a utility easement only. Ald Richmond made the motion to allow the de-annexation request to be put before the voters in the November election. Ald Reardon seconded. David Brodie asked the Board why Mr. Hutchinson wanted to de-annex. Aaron stated that the reasons were that the property had been in the city limits for years but received no services. He was told that there was city water to the property, with a meter vault paid for through the water improvement project. It was also noted that he could have city trash pickup. Ald Richmond asked him why he still wanted to de-annex if he could get those services. Mr. Hutchinson stated that the cost for him to run water lines from his house to the meter vault was too costly for him to hook to the city water.  He also mentioned that he could not get Media-Com to run cable to his property.  He was given a copy of the city franchise between Media Com and the City. The Board went ahead and voted 4 ayes, 0 nos.

The Board discussed the City of Pineville’s proposed contract regarding animal control. The Mayor noted that the City did have a permitted pound at this time. He went through the charges that Pineville would be charging. He said that he thanked Pineville for asking the City but since the city has its own pound there was not a need to sign a contract with Pineville at this time.

The Board of Aldermen discussed Bill # 2010-413 for Ordinance # 2010-423 Adopting and enacting a new Code of Ordinances. It was noted that this Ordinance updates the City Code Book with all of the Ordinances passed by the Board of Aldermen during the year 2009 and also updates the codes to coincide with Missouri State Statutes. The Ordinance should be considered an emergency and voted on twice to update the city codes.

The Mayor read by title only Bill# 2010-413 for Ordinance # 2010-423 on the first reading. Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the first reading of Bill # 2010-413 for Ordinance # 2010-423. Ald Kohley second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor read by title only Bill# 2010-413 for Ordinance # 2010-423 on the second reading. Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the second reading of Bill # 2010-413 for Ordinance # 2010-423. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nays.

The Board discussed hiring a recreation board director. Curt Drake stated that he understood that Stewart Pace had said he had an interest in running the ball program. Ald Reardon said that Darrell Sarratt said that the guys who had been on the recreation board would be willing to help whoever the Board appointed. The Board decided to put an ad in the McDonald County paper for two weeks and in the Neosho Daily News for two weeks on Sunday and Wednesday. The Board discussed the need to inventory the items at the ball park and in the concession stand. Ald Richmond asked who actually owned the items at the Ball Park. The Board was not sure except that it was noted that the City had helped purchase some of the items, that the City paid all utilities and insurances and that the Goodman Recreation Board was under the umbrella of the City Council. David noted that the City did not have keys to any of the buildings or concession stand. He stated if there were leaks or needed to be winterized he could not get into the buildings. 

The following reports were made by:

                        1. Tom West said he didn’t have anything to report but Curt did.  Curt stated that a couple of the firemen had told him that the light was out on the top of the water tower. The Board discussed hiring someone who is bonded and insured to fix it.

                        2. David Brodie reported that a 4” screw pump stopped up in the treatment plant. He said they broke it down and it is fixed. He said that he has started working on the streets. He noted that Paula had contacted Sue Bacorn about grants. He said that Sue said that CDBG does not have funds for streets, but Rural Development does. Paula stated that she had talked to Ron Thomas from Rural Development and he said that there were some funds. She stated that Ron said there were some grants that had a 55% match and some had a 75% match depending on the City’s LMI. The Clerk said that he said that the City would need to hire an engineer to do a preliminary cost estimate. It was noted that there had been a settlement on the water improvement and that some of the funds could be used for street repairs, because the contractors tore up the streets. The Board decided to wait until the application was received, so that they would know what needed to be done to fill out the application.

                        3. Dawn Bunch was not present.

                        4. Paula Brodie had nothing to report.

The Board discussed the following old business:  The Mayor noted that the Clerk had the paper work to certify candidates for the April City Elections. The Clerk noted that Northward Aldermen Greg Richmond, Southward Alderman Keith Kohley, Tax Collector Dawn Bunch, and Judge Clyde Davidson, have all signed up to run again. They are all incumbents. She stated that Roger Hensley had withdrawn his name.

The Board discussed a request from Starla Ortiz for a daycare to be ran in her home. The Mayor noted that she is approved to be paid through Social Services, which means that a back ground check has been run on her. He also read from the Code Book things she has to comply with.  It was noted that she had to have at least 1,000 feet in her home to be able to take care of up to 3 children not related to her. Ald Richmond made the motion to allow her to get a city license. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4 ayes, 0 nos.

The Mayor acknowledged Carson Bunch who stated that the minutes from the 5^th of January, 2010 did not include that Olinda West was present at the meeting and that he was offended by what she had said at the last meeting to him. He said that she said that the Board could do away with the Police department and appoint Carson as police chief. The Mayor said during that discussion things got out of hand and there had been several things said that shouldn’t have been said. Ald Richmond said that the minutes should have reflected that Olinda West was present. Carson said that he did not say to do away with the Police Department, Mrs. West did. The Mayor stated that some times the meetings do get off track and it would be hard to get it all in the minutes. The Clerk noted that she tried to include in the minutes a general idea of the discussions. She stated that from all her training she understood that the minutes were her interpretation of the meeting and that she had to include all of the motions made by the Board. She said that she did not include everyone who was present at each meeting because there were times she did not even know who was present at the meetings. She stated that the Board could make changes to the minutes prior to approving them at the following meeting. She stated that the minutes from the 5^th of January had already been approved. Carson stated that the sign up book had not been out for the last two meetings. The Clerk stated that she would try to remember to put out the sign up book and the Mayor stated that he would ask everyone who attended the meeting to introduce themselves so that their names could be noted in the minutes.

The Mayor stated that Callie Hudson who writes grants for the City of  Pineville is willing to write grants for all the cities. She runs a business called Hudson Consulting Services in Pineville. He said that she had asked him to get a wish list from all department heads and the aldermen of items that were needed by the city. He noted that she charges 3%. The Clerk noted that some grants do not have any administration funds included in them. She also noted that the Mayor was the legal signer of the city and that the Board would need to approve any grants that she was going to apply for. The Mayor said that he had told her to go ahead and apply for any grants that there was no match required by the City. Carson Bunch asked if the city was able to apply for grants. The Mayor told him that only the CDBG grant would not be able to be applied for until the CDBG grant from the Water Improvement Project is closed.

Ald Kohley made the motion to approve the bills in the amount of $38,670.82 including transfers. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4 ayes 0 nos.

Ald Kohley made the motion to adjourn. Ald Reardon second. The Board voted 4 ayes 0 nos.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor

January 5, 2010

The Board of Aldermen held a meeting Tuesday night January 5, 2010 at 7:00 PM.  Those present included Mayor Calvin Wilson, Alderpersons Keith Kohley, Kristin Windsor and Greg Richmond. Also, present were City Clerk Paula Brodie, Chief of Police Tom West, City Supervisor David Brodie, and Tax Collector Dawn Bunch. Guests included Carson Bunch and Amye Buckley from the Neosho Daily News.  Kevin Reardon was not present.

The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

Ald. Kohley made the motion to approve the minutes from the meeting on Tuesday December 15, 2009. Ald. Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

Ald. Richmond made the motion to approve the minutes from the budget workshop meeting on Monday, December 21, 2009. Ald. Kohley second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nays.

The Mayor read by title only Bill #2010-412 for Ordinance #2010-422 for the first reading. The Ordinance changes the day that water service is shut off for non-payment from the 21^st of each month to the fourth Monday of each month. Ald Richmond made the motion to approve the first reading of Bill @ 2010-412 for Ordinance #2010-422. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nos.

The Mayor read by title only Bill #2010-412 for Ordinance #2010-422 for the second reading. Ald Kohley made the motion to approve the second reading of Bill @ 2010-412 for Ordinance #2010-422. Ald Windsor second. The Board voted 3 ayes, 0 nos.

To change the shut off day starting in January 2010, the Board voted on Ordinance # 2010-422 two times in the same meeting.

Department head reports:

1.      Tom West reported that he had completed his year end crime reports. He then noted that after having the timing chain replaced on his car it lasted 8 hours. He said that the Oil pump now needs replaced. He said that Dan Divine quoted him a cost of $2,000.00 to $2,500.00 to replace the pump. He also noted that the transmission was slipping on the car that Curt drives. He said that Dan recommended that the Board junk both cars and replace them. He said that Dan Divine said that it would take $3,000,00 to $4,000.00 to replace the transmission.

                              Chief West stated that he had contacted Joe Watts from Oklahoma again about the                                           replacement cars. He said that he could purchase a 2008 Crown Vic with 28,000 miles, and a                                       3 year warranty and also a 2006 Ford Expedition with 48,000 miles and a 6 month warranty                                         for $30,400.00. The price included giving the city $1500.00 for both cars as trade-ins. Chief                                        West stated that if the Board would purchase the two cars, he would not need a another car for                          4 or 5 years.

Ald. Kohley stated that he was all for purchasing the cars because they were needed and that he understood that was a lot of money but he had asked Duane Cooper to be present to discuss the use of the lawsuit settlement money to purchase the cars. Duane stated that the funds being from the lawsuit could be used. Wastewater supervisor David Brodie stated that the money was paid to the city because the water improvement project was not completed correctly and that he needed the funds to do street repairs, lower meters, purchase a generator to run the wells in emergencies and various other items for the water department. He asked that the Board not use any of the funds from the settlement as he considered it water funds. It was noted that the funds had been deposited into the water account.

There was a lot of discussion, comments and questions regarding the purchase of the cars. Carson Bunch stated that the cars would last longer if they were kept in the city limits and not used for personal use. Chief West stated that the cars were not used for personal use. Dawn Bunch asked if the Board had considered purchasing one new car instead of two with salvage titles. The Board discussed purchasing cars with salvage titles, or purchasing a used car from the Missouri Highway Patrol. Ald Richmond stated that he did not think the City had gotten better cars purchasing them from the Highway Patrol.

The Board agreed that the cars needed replaced. Greg was concerned about purchasing two at one time and he suggested purchasing the Crown Vic. It was noted that insurance will be higher on a newer car. Chief West stated that if the Board was purchasing one care he would like them to purchase the Ford Expedition. Greg stated that they might want to find out what kind of damage was done on the Expedition. He stated that the Crown Vic was newer and had more warranty and fewer miles. Ald Windsor said that she liked the Expedition because it is four wheel drive.

The Board discussed cashing in a General Fund CD to purchase one car. It was noted that the CD had been purchased years ago for emergencies. The Board agreed that this was an emergency and needed to cash the CD in to pay for the car.

Ald Windsor made the motion to approve Chief West purchasing the 2006 Ford Expedition. Ald Kohley seconded. 2 yes with Ald Richmond voting no. It was agreed that if Chief West found out about the damage to the Ford Expedition or didn’t like it after test driving it he could purchase the Crown Vic instead.

Ald. Kohley made the motion to cash in the General Fund CD. Ald Windsor seconded. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nos.

2.      David Brodie reported that the 1989 dump truck that the snow plow goes on needs a new starter, clutch, and throw out bearing and fly wheel. He said that is why the streets had not been plowed after the snow on January 2^nd.  He stated that he had talked with Kevin Burrowes from Goodman Gas and Service about fixing it. He said Kevin would fix it for $200.00 labor plus parts.

3.      Dawn Bunch Mayor stated that she had given the Board the monthly report. Ald Kohley thanked her for doing such a good job.

                        4. Paula Brodie reported that the Board needed to add the Tax Collectors position to the ballot again this year. She stated that Mandy Lewis had won the election in April 2009 but turned it down. She reminded the Board that they had asked Dawn (who received the next highest amount of write in votes), to take the position. Dawn agreed to the position and then the Board appointed her. Paula stated that she thought since Dawn had actually received the next highest amount of votes she would have the position until April 2010. She said after she talked with Bev from the McDonald County Clerks office and Stuart Haynes from the Missouri Municipal League she realized that the position needed to be included on the April 2010 ballot. She said that Stuart from Missouri Municipal League said to place a notice in the paper stating the position was on the ballot and sign ups could be made at the Goodman City Hall. The Board asked Dawn if she intended to sign up again and she replied yes. Paula then noted that the filing period for all candidates for  the April 6, 2010 election is from December 15, 2009 to   January 19, 2010. Positions open are the Judge, 1 northward Aldermen (Greg Richmond) and 1 southward Aldermen (Keith Kohley) and now the tax collectors position. All three positions are for 2 years except the tax collector’s position which will be for 1 year until the April election 2011.

The Board discuss the following other old business. Greg said a citizen said the Gazebo looks good. David reported that the basketball goal was installed.

Ald Kohley made the motion to approve the bills in the amount of $37,765.67 including transfers. Ald Richmond second. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nos.

Ald Windsor made the motion to adjourn. Ald Richmond seconded. The Board voted 3 ayes 0 nos.

Respectfully submitted:

Paula W. Brodie, MRCC, City Clerk

Calvin Wilson, Mayor