| 2004-09-07 City Council Meeting |  |  |  |
 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, September 7, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Roll was called and all were recorded as being present. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Councilman Renegar gave the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 17, 2004 and August 25, 2004 City Council Minutes. Councilman Macready made the motion to approve the minutes and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. The minutes were approved (7-0). COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT: Sheryl Ferguson, 124 Woodland Acres Drive, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to thank them individually for their personal involvement in the Autauga County Habitat for Humanity. She further asked for their continued financial support in the FY2004-2005 budget. Mr. Charles Head, 1628 County Road 85, Prattville, AL 36067, came before the Council to seek their approval of his request to operate a smoke and alcohol free dance hall. Mr. Head further stated that citizens will have an opportunity to listen to and perform country, bluegrass and gospel music free of charge three nights a week. Councilman Miller wished Mr. Head a successful business. Harrison Davis, 893 Peagler Street, Prattville, AL 36067, came before the Council to request assistance in dealing with dilapidated structures and properties that are a nuisance in his area. City Planner Joel Duke stated that there are many ways in which different situations are dealt with according to state law. He further stated that he would provide the Council with a current list of properties that have been addressed and are pending with City Attorney David McDowell and the court system. Mayor Byard stated that while he and City Engineer Robby Anderson had been out to check on the Springhill community where paving is to begin this week, he had noticed the obvious problems which Mr. Davis spoke. Dr. Patrick Trotter, 1285 Huie Street, Prattville, AL 36066, came before the Council on behalf of the Autauga County Humane Shelter to thank them for their past support and to encourage their continued support. Xanthia Kennedy, 2269 County Road 85, Deatsville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council as representative of the Autauga County Humane Shelter to present them with a projected budget for FY 2004-2005. Ms. Kennedy also expressed concerns for certain needs of the shelter, which, in the near future, may not be met. MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Byard commended the Humane Shelter staff members who, last year took a slight budget and made it work. He further acknowledged that there were some problems that needed to be worked out. Regarding the August 24th election results, the Mayor congratulated Councilmen Wood, Renegar and Macready who were re-elected. He also wished good luck to Councilmen Carter and Hall, who are in the run-off election on September 14th. The Mayor congratulated the Prattville Fire Department for their success in the recent Muscular Dystrophy Association drive, which resulted in their presentation of a $9,000.00 check to the MDA. Regarding the agenda, Mayor Byard asked for council support on Resolution number 5, which authorizes the installation of LED traffic lights throughout the city. He also asked for council approval of Ordinance number 6, which deals with funding through the state revolving loan for sewer extension. The Mayor reminded councilmembers of the council orientation meeting on September 27th, the swearing in ceremony on October 4th and of the work session scheduled for October 12th. COUNCIL REPORTS: Councilman Argo called a work session for October 12th at 6:00 p.m. to be held at the Performing Arts Center. AGENDA ITEMS 1. ORDINANCE: REQUEST TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED IN SCENIC HILLS SUBDIVISION FROM FAR TO R-3. The Ordinance was held from the August 3, 2004 council meeting and a public hearing was held at 6:00 p.m. this evening. During discussion, Councilman Renegar stated that he concurred with the Prattville Planning Commission that this request should not be approved due to the fact that this area has only one entrance and exit. He further stated his interest in having another access road considered for this subdivision. The vote to adopt the Ordinance was called and it failed (0-7). 2. ORDINANCE: REQUEST TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1110 EAST MAIN STREET FROM R-2 TO 0-1. (ORDINANCE BOOK 2004, PAGE 015). The Ordinance was held from the August 3, 2004 council meeting and a public hearing was held at 6:00 p.m. this evening. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
3. RESOLUTION: TO ISSUE OFF-PREMISE RETAIL BEER LICENSE TO SANTOS PENA-BARDALES D/B/A TIENDA GIRASOL #2. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 063). Councilman Hall made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Macready seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Hall stated that the Public Safety Committee met regarding this application and found no opposition to it. The Resolution was adopted with the following results:
4. RESOLUTION. TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO GRANT A RESTAURANT RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE TO LIA AND MARK MUIR, LLC D/B/A THE DAILY GRIND. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 064). Councilman Carter made the motion and Councilman Hall seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
Ordinance Book 2000, Page 012, To Set Council Procedures, specifies in Section 22, that all ordinances, resolutions or propositions submitted to the council which require the expenditure of money shall lie over until the next meeting; provided further, that this rule shall not apply to the current expenses of, or contracts previously made with, or regular salaries of officers, or wages of employees. Therefore, it is necessary to suspend the rules on agenda item numbers 5 and 6. 5. RESOLUTION: TO AWARD BID FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL UPGRADES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 065). Councilman Renegar made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Macready seconded the motion. Councilman Renegar made the motion to suspend the rules and Councilman Wood seconded the motion. The rules were suspended (7-0). The vote to adopt the Resolution was called and the results were as follows:
6. ORDINANCE: TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ONE GENERAL OBLIGATION SEWER WARRANT. (ORDINANCE BOOK 2004, PAGE 016). Councilman Miller made the motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. Councilman Renegar made the motion to suspend the rules and Councilman Miller seconded the motion. The rules were suspended (7-0). During discussion, Finance Director Mac Champion clarified that the bond is through the state revolving loan fund. The Ordinance was adopted with the following vote:
7. RESOLUTION: TO ISSUE AN OFF-PREMISE RETAIL BEER AND WINE LICENSE TO AURO SWAMY, D/B/A SHOPPER STOP #18). (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 066). Councilman Wood made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Macready seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Hall stated that the Public Safety Committee met regarding this application and found no objections to it. The Resolution was adopted with the following results:
8. RESOLUTION: TO WAIVE LICENSE FEE FOR AUTAUGA COUNTY FAIR. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 067). Councilman Macready made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
9. RESOLUTION: TO RE-APPOINT TERRY BOWEN TO THE PRATTVILLE WATER WORKS BOARD. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 068). Councilman Miller made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Hall seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Renegar stated that he knew of two citizens who had expressed an interest in possibly serving on this board and because of this, he made the motion to hold the Resolution for 2 weeks. The motion to hold failed for lack of a second. The Resolution was adopted with the following results:
10. RESOLUTION: TO GRANT A BUSINESS LICENSE TO CHARLES W. HEAD D/B/A THE MUSIC HALL. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 069). Councilman Carter made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Renegar commended Mr. Head and his associates on their idea of bringing such wholesome activities to the city and expressed his intentions of visiting the establishment in the near future. There being no further discussion, the vote was called and the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
11. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO REZONE FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 070). Councilman Renegar made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Macready seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
Councilman Renegar introduced the proposed Ordinance and made a motion to adopt it. Councilman Wood seconded the motion. By point of order, the Ordinance was held until October 5, 2004. 12. RESOLUTION: APPLICATION FOR PERMISSION TO CHANGE NAME OF THE PRATTVILLE SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2004, PAGE 071 ). Councilman Hall introduced the Resolution from the floor and made a motion to adopt it. Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. Because the Resolution was introduced from the floor and did not appear on the evening’s agenda, it was necessary to suspend the council rules. Councilman Renegar made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Macready seconded the motion. The rules were suspended (7-0). Council President Argo clarified that according to the law, the word “Disposal” must appear in the names of the authority. There being no further discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
CLOSING COMMENTS: Mayor Byard informed the Council and those in attendance of the death of Mr. Patrick Bailey. Mr. Bailey served on the Autauga County Crime Prevention Agency, was a resident of District 6 and a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Councilman Renegar congratulated Mayor Byard on his re-election. Councilman Macready also expressed his appreciation to those involved with Habitat for Humanity and the Humane Shelter. Councilman Hall invited those in attendance to the Autauga County Fair, which begins September 21st and goes through September 25th . Councilman Argo encouraged everyone to go to the polls and vote on September 14th if they live in Districts 1 and 7. Councilman Argo also congratulated Councilman Wood on being invited to participate in Leadership Alabama. He reminded members of the Council to meet on September 15th at 10:00 a.m. to canvass the votes and to meet on October 12th for the work session. ADJOURN: There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Macready made the motion to adjourn and Councilman Hall seconded the motion. The meeting closed at 8:10 p.m. APPROVED:
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