Would you like to have our existing KCPL overhead lines placed underground? Sounds nice doesn't it? What if it cost 7.2 million dollars (plus 20% contingency), plus the city being responsible for all conduit and equipment pads per KCPl standards? Oh yeah, you the homeowner is responsible for the burying from the street to the house...and uhh, the project could take "several years to complete...and the disruption to your property could be significant...other than that...no problem! These estimates were presented by the Mayor York this evening. Better act quick, these estimates are good for 90 days. As I see it...DOA.
The Barry Road saga continues, as it will for, in my estimation, years. KC MO has not responded to WL counter proposal regarding the project as it affects WL. Condemnation proceedings have already begun for some property owners. Look for an ongoing tug of war until the project is completed...who knows when. As the project approaches watch for the brown river to increase as it naturally seeks the lowest point...our lake. Looks like 210.210 is just in time (see below).
There is good news. Mayor York announced Platte County today awarded the city a storm water grant in the amount of $37,000 to be used for a storm water project at 79th and Eastside Drive. The Mayor and Public Works Director George Lowman put the winning proposal together. This will supplement the bond monies already in place and hopefully contribute to more paving as the storm water projects are complete.
Alderman Gene Roberts complimented the Mayor on finding a mistake on a Sprint communications settlement. Sprint sent a letter to the city stating it owed $0. Mayor York followed up with Sprint and found out the letter was in error, Weatherby Lake was actually owed $45,000...Weatherby, MO was supposed to get $0. Nice catch Mr York, you just added an extra $45,000 to the general fund.
The backup police car is in the shop (again) and the Mayor proposed purchase of a new car. This purchase was a budgeted expense for 2008. The Mayor secured a state contract price of $22,852, Thoroughbred Ford $22,801. Low price wins. The old car will be put out to bid.
New ordinance passed (210.210) Polluting Water that enables the City to pursue those who cause pollution upstream that ends in our watershed. One more step in trying to control our destiny and preserve our lake.
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