North Freeborn house may be demolished
Staff reporter
A house at 201 N. Freeborn may be next on the city's list for demolition.
The owners of the property had agreed to complete certain safety improvements to the property within a specific amount of time. According to city inspector Marty Fredrickson, the work has not been completed.
Fredrickson reported Monday to the Marion City Commission his findings.
Some required improvements that were not completed were repair of broken and open windows, and an open electrical panel.
All work was to be completed within 120 days from April 8.
A hearing with the owner will be held at 4 p.m. June 27. If the owner fails to appear, the commission will determine a time frame for the demolition of the structure.
A certified letter will be mailed to the owners, informing them of the hearing.
In other city business:
— The city will save $56,000 by refinancing an $885,000 general obligation bond. Scott Crist of UMB reported the sale of the new bonds went well, and resulted in a lower interest rate than initially expected.
The commission approved an ordinance and resolution to complete the transaction.
— The commission signed an interlocal agreement to participate in the countywide Neighborhood Revitalization program. The county's program will not affect the city's program.
— A mutual aid agreement with the City of Herington for fire protection was approved.
— Elora Robinson was appointed to a three-year term on the board of directors of Marion Historical Museum.
— A contract with Hett Construction was signed for curb, gutter, and street overlay on Lawrence Street.
— City administrator David Mayfield reported the city received the necessary permit from Kansas Department of Health & Environment for water treatment plant improvements.
Ammonia will be added to the city's drinking water which will require aquarium owners to add a chemical to fish tanks to protect aquatic life.
— The May utility billing was approved.
— Warrants for $35,643 and payroll for $27,337 were approved.
The next commission meeting will be at 4 p.m. Monday in the city building.
