Meeting Information
Amended agenda
-Convene
-Consider approval of the minutes of August 19 (tabled from 09-16-09) and September 9, 2009 (tabled from 09-23-09).
CONSENT AGENDA
(1)(a) Consider approval of Commission Orders; and
(b) Consider approval of resolution establishing a 45 MPH speed limit on Route 1057 ( E 1900 Road) from the north side of K-10 Highway to Route 442 (Keith Browning)
REGULAR AGENDA
(2) Reconsideration of the motion on Item 6 on the September 23, 2009 agenda, Z-11-19-09. (Commissioner Flory) (POSTPONED)
(3) Consider a request to create public road right-of-way for N 1675 Road, to the west of the terminus of E 350 Road, in section 29-12-18. Request submitted by John Solbach on behalf of the property owners of record, Fred and Judy Vermette." (John Solbach)
(4) Consider the appropriate range of variation for Mid-States Material's detailed reclamation plans for Phases 1A, 2, 3 and 4 of the Big Springs Quarry; 2 North 1700 Road. Submitted by Professional Engineering Consultants for Mid-States Ventures, L.L.C., property owner of record.(Mary Miller is the Planner) (POSTPONED)
(5) Other Business
(a) Consider approval of Accounts Payable (if necessary)
(b) Appointments
(c) Miscellaneous
(d) Public Comment
(6) Adjourn
Flory called the regular session meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. on Wednesday,
September 30, 2009 with two members present. Thellman was absent.
Flory moved to approve the minutes of August 19 and September 9, 2009. Motion was seconded by Gaughan and carried 2-0.
CONSENT AGENDA 09-30-09
Flory moved approval of the following Consent Agenda:
► Commission Order No. 09-036 (on file in the office of the Clerk);
► Resolution 09-34 establishing a 45 miles per hour maximum speed limit on a portion of County Route 1057 (E 1900 Road) in Eudora Township.
Motion was seconded by Gaughan and carried 2-0.
PLANNING 09-30-09
The item regarding the reconsideration of the motion on Item 6 (Z-11-19-08) on the September 23, 2009 agenda has been withdrawn by Commissioner Flory.
PUBLIC WORKS/ROAD EXTENSION 09-30-09
Keith Browning, Director of Public Works, presented the Board with a request to create road right-of-way in Kanwaka Township. The proposed road would be N 1675 Road and extend west from the current terminus of E 350 Road, one-fourth mile south of N 1700 Road. John Solbach, made the request on behalf of property owners Judy and Fred Vermette to allow another buildable lot for the 25-acre parcel immediately southwest of the terminus of E 350 Road. In order to allow another buildable lot, at least 500 feet of right-of-way must be created.
Browning stated in his opinion, a road connection between E 318 Road in Fox Run Subdivision and E 350 Road would be an improvement to the road network since it would provide connectivity between Route 442 (Stull Road) and N 1700 Road. It would also benefit properties along E350 Road lying south of an existing culvert approximately 480 feet south of N 1700 Road. Browning expressed concern that properties on E350 south of the existing culvert could be inaccessible after large rains. Solbach's request would not complete a connection between E 318 Road and E 350 Road, but would be a small step towards a connection. Browning's opinion is such a connection should follow E 350 Road alignment south to the quarter section line, then continue west to E 318 to follow a more favorable topography route.
John Solbach, attorney for the Vermettes, stated he would be willing to give easements to the County to complete the connection if that were necessary. The Vermette's five-acre lot is not buildable nor can they get a building permit to make improvements without the road extension. The dedicated right-of-way would need to be 600 feet, and the applicants would construct 350 feet of roadway.
Browning stated that if the County is working toward a connection to Fox Run Subdivision, it would make sense to go south. There is no interest in a connection though at this time.
Flory stated that although a south connection might give better access, Kanwaka Township has indicated that they are not in favor of making the connection.The cost of the actual construction of the road, and any other expense, would be born by the property owners. After constructed, if approved by the County, maintenance would be the responsibility of the township.
Solbach stated he currently has a 35 ft easement across 20 acres and a 35 ft easement from the Vermettes on the south side. He stated the property owner to the north would be willing to dedicate an easement to the County.
Gaughan asked if the County could obtain the entire right-of-way for the south road to assist a future Commission. Browning stated "yes" that could be done.
It was the consensus of the board to table the item for the October 14, 2009 agenda when there will be a full Commission present. The Board will consider at that time whether to direct staff to prepare the necessary resolution and notice.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 09-30-09
Flory moved to approve accounts payable in the amount of $956,771.74 paid on 09/28/09; payroll in the amount of $760,177.76 paid on 09/25/09; KPERS in the amount of $64,602.90 paid on 09/25/09; and FICA in the amount of $56,026.34 paid on 09/25/09. Motion was seconded by Gaughan and carried 2-0.
Flory moved to adjourn the meeting; Gaughan seconded and the motion carried 2-0.
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Nancy Thellman, Chair Jim Flory, Vice-Chair
ATTEST:
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Jamie Shew, County Clerk Mike Gaughan, Member
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