HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-04-01 CHC MIN (Special Meeting)
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Charter Commission
April 1, 2002
Present: Wayne Anderson, chair
Richard Colemier, Chuck Donnelly, Gary Kriesel, John Lund, Pat Needham
and Mary Ruch
Others: City Clerk Diane Ward and Ryan Smith, engineering
Absent: Gene Bealka and Nile Kriesel
Mr. Anderson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
There was a brief discussion about the three new plans that were prepared following the state's
redistricting plan which split the City between legislative districts. Ms. Ward stated that Our
Savior's Lutheran Church is amenable to becoming a polling place. Ms. Ward was asked about
the cost of adding precincts. She stated the additional cost of Plan C is about $5,800 and Plan B
$2,000.
Mr. Donnelly moved not to discuss Plan C as it is the most expensive. The motion died for lack
of a second.
Mr. Donnelly moved to approve Plan A as being the simplest and having the fewest precincts. G.
Kriesel seconded the motion for discussion, noting that additional precincts will be needed in the
future as the disparity in population grows, and Mr. Anderson noted that in the future additional
wards might be needed. There was a brief discussion about anticipated annexation and the City's
annexation agreement. Mr. Donnelly expressed his concern about the complications involved
with additional precincts. Ms. Ward suggested there will be complications involved with any of
the plans, and the City will do whatever it can to notify voters and lessen any confusion to the
extent possible.
Mr. Colemier called the question. Vote was 3-3, with Mr. Donnelly, Mr. Lund and Mr. Needham
in favor, Mr. Anderson, Mr. Colemier and G. Kriesel against. Ms. Ruch abstained.
Mr. Kriesel moved to approve Plan C as providing the most flexibility and balance of population.
Mr. Colemier seconded the motion.. Ms. Ruch spoke in favor of Plan B.
Mr. Donnelly called the question. Vote was 6-1 in favor, with Ms. Ruch voting no.
Ms. Ward stated a public hearing will be scheduled for April 15. There was some question as to
whether the Commission's criteria for setting boundaries would be explained. Ms. Ward said the
criteria would be included in the resolution establishing the new ward/precincts.
Mr. Colemier, seconded by G. Kriesel, moved to adjourn at 7:25 p.m. Motion passed
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon Baker
Recording Secretary