Proceedings: City of Edgemont 8-15-17

Proceedings

City Of Edgemont

Edgemont Common Council

Regular Meeting

August 15, 2017

Call To Order – Roll Call

Mayor Jerry Dibble called the regular meeting of the Edgemont Common Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on August 15, 2017, at Edgemont City Hall. Present were Council members, Terry Leehey, Carla Schepler, Carl Shaw, Jason Shook, Barbara Strozewski and Sandra Woodward. 

The Pledge of Allegiance was stated.

Conflict Of Interest For Council Members

No conflicts were heard.

Approval Of Agenda

Sandra Woodward made a motion to approve the August 15, 2017 agenda. Motion seconded by Carl Shaw. Motion passed with unanimous vote. 

Approval Of Minutes

Sandra Woodward made a motion to approve the August 1, 2017 minutes. Motion was seconded by Jason Shook. Motion passed with unanimous vote. 

Committee Reports

Law Enforcement – Steve Yenulonis 

Law Enforcement and Safety Committee – Jason Shook stated that they were trying to meet with the Sheriff to discuss the contract.

Public Works Dept –Randy Millburn 

Public Works Committee – Sandra Woodward 

Finance/Personnel Committee – Sandra Woodward stated that the claims were reviewed and approved. Mayor – Jerry Dibble wanted to remind homeowners that the curb and gutters are their responsibility along with the alleys. Mayor Dibble stated that oil was found underneath the rug outside of the City Hall door and asked people to act like adults.

Public Comment

Public comment was heard from George Eberle concerning ordinances and unilaterally enforcing them. He is just looking for fairness.

Approval Of Claims

Carl Shaw made a motion to approve the August 15, 2017 claims totaling $28,458.88. Motion seconded by Sandra Woodward. Motion carried with unanimous roll call vote.

August 1-14, 2017 Salaries: Administration 1526.95, Fire Dept 14.29, Streets 2442.41, Cemetery 16.90, West Nile 21.44, Hospitals 50.00, Pool 34.97, Park 204.01, Library 1898.25, Water 1284.31, Sewer 586.55, Garbage 373.75. Total Salaries: $8453.83.

August 1-14, 2017 Expenditures: American Engineering Testing 2124.80 professional fees, Ashley Cortney 235.00, Barker’s Concrete 125.00 professional fees, BH Library Consortium 550.06 professional fees, CRAH 39.20 vet, Culligan 59.50 supplies, Edgemont Herald Tribune 412.83 publishing, Fresh Start 13.30 fuel, Golden West 583.41 telephones, Golden West Tech 155.00 firewall/library, Hawkins 361.50 supplies, Hi-D-Way 1472.02 fuel, IUOE Local 49 138.00 dues, Lance Russell 720.19 attorney, MidContinent Labs 19.00 water testing, Nelson Oil & Gas 391.11 repairs, Northwest Pipe 531.75 supplies, Quill 53.95 supplies, Rancher’s Feed 413.91 supplies, Sander Sanitation 4150.35 garbage, Steven’s Auto 176.80 supplies, SYNCB/Amazon 789.47 dvds/books, SD DOR 514.82 sales tax, Power House 5800.00 mower, Amazon 106.04 supplies, Kyle Kaiser 68.04 travel. Total expenditures: $20,005.05.

Old Business

Chris Evans – Property Behind Hat Creek Grill

Sandra Woodward made a motion to table until more investigation was completed. Motion was seconded by Carla Schepler. Motion carried with unanimous vote.

Robert Varilek – Water Bill Reduction

Carl A Shaw made a motion to split the delinquent water bill between Robert Varilek and the previous owner. If previous owner does not pay then it will be sent to collections. Motion was seconded by Jason Shook. Motion carried with unanimous roll call vote.

NEW BUSINESS

Executive Session Per SDCL 1-25-2 (1) Personnel

Carl Shaw made a motion to enter into Executive Session at 7:40 p.m. Motion seconded by Sandra Woodward. Motion passed with unanimous vote. 

Returned to regular meeting at 8:06 p.m. No action was taken.

AE2S – Dustin Dale

Carla Schepler made a motion to approve pay approve payment for Contract 2 Pay App 5 and Contract 3 Pay App 4. Motion was seconded by Terry Leehey. Motion carried with unanimous roll call vote.

Committee Appointments

Carl Shaw made a motion to approve the removal of Dave Augustine from the Airport Board. Motion seconded by Barbara Strozewski. Motion carried with unanimous vote. 

Jason Shook made a motion to approve the removal of Jason Shook from the Union Committee and to add Carl Shaw. Motion seconded by Sandra Woodward. Motion carried with unanimous vote.

Exmark Mower

Carl Shaw made a motion to approve the purchase of a 60” Exmark Mower. Motion seconded by Sandra Woodward. Motion carried with unanimous roll call vote.

Black Hills Power – Right Of Way Easement

Sandra Woodward made a motion to approve the Black Hills Power Right of Way Easement. Motion seconded by Jason Shook. Motion passed with roll call vote. 

Black Hills Power – Electric Easement Underground

Sandra Woodward made a motion to approve the Black Hills Power Electric Easement Underground. Motion seconded by Sandra Woodward. Motion passed with roll call vote.

Adjournment

Carl Shaw made a motion to adjourn at 8:15 p.m. Motion was seconded by Sandra Woodward. Motion carried with unanimous vote.

The next regular City Council meeting will be held September 5, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.

Minutes Unapproved

Attest City Of Edgemont

/s/Jerry Dibble

Jerry Dibble, Mayor

ATTEST

/s/Karen S Cain

Karen S Cain, Finance Officer

Unapproved

Published once at the total approximate cost of $74.34

Published: August 24, 2017

Fall River County Herald Star

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