PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007
7:00 P.M.

The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, August 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall with Council President Dean Argo presiding. Roll was called and all were recorded as being present. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Council President Argo gave the invocation.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 17th City Council Minutes. Councilman Macready made the motion to approve the minutes and Councilman
Fank seconded the motion. The minutes were approved (7-0).

COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT:

Mr. Bob Lee, 112 Quail Run, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to request that City Planner Joel Duke and City Code Enforcement Officer Carl Wilson meet with the Steering Committee on the “War on Litter” to educate them on the city ordinance regarding what is considered illegal when it comes to campaign signs. Mr. Lee further encouraged this meeting to take place before the campaign season kicks off.

Mr. John Dozier, 188 Ridgewood Road, Prattville, AL 36067, came before the Council to thank Street Superintendent George Williams and his employees for the additional work that was done near North Highland Memorial Center just prior to the recent celebration that took place there. He further thanked Dr. and Mrs. Tom Miller for their generous contribution and for their continued support. He also thanked Dr. and Mrs. Miller and Mayor and Mrs. Byard for attending the North Highland luncheon.

Councilman Miller thanked Mr. Dozier for his dedication to North Highland Memorial Park and Center and for his “Never Give Up” attitude.

Mr. Gene Brown, 123 Lee Circle, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to ask that the proposed rezoning of property located at Washington Ferry Road and McGriff Street not be reconsidered.

Peyton Langley, 220 First Street, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council as representative of the Prattville Flying Fish to thank the Mayor and City Council for the use of the Prattville swimming pool and facilities.

Lynn Barowski, 1333 Crows Pass, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared at the meeting to urge the Council to construct a new public swimming pool.

Tim Pullen, 1833 Sanford Drive, Prattville, AL 36066, came before the Council to urge the Council to consider building a new sports complex.

John McDaniel, 432 Bedford Terrace, Prattville, AL 36067, President of Prattville Girls Softball Association, and Stephen Burns, 629 Japonica Road, Prattville, AL 36067, Vice President, appeared before the Council to thank everyone for their past consideration and support.

As Chairman of the Leisure Services Committee, Councilman Renegar thanked Mr. McDaniel and Mr. Burns for being active partners with the City and thanked them for their dedication.

George P. Walthall, Jr., appeared before the Council to ask the Council to reconsider his proposed rezoning request located at Washington Ferry Road and McGriff Street, which failed at the July 17th council meeting.

Ryan Welty, Autauga County 911 Director, appeared before the Council to request continued funding in the 2007-2008 fiscal year budget.

MAYOR’S REPORT:

Mayor Byard expressed his sympathy to Ms. Ann Robbins, whose husband, Paul died in a recent motorcycle accident. Paul was a member of the Patriot Guard Riders.

The Mayor reminded everyone of Bass Pro’s Grand Opening event on August 15th at 6:00 p.m.

Mayor Byard announced that due to the intense heat, the Sanitation Department would begin its routes at 6:00 a.m. instead of 7:00 a.m. The new schedule will run through Labor Day.

Mayor Byard congratulated Leisure Services Director Drew Peterson and Facilities Manager, Summer Ammons on the recent success of the Dixie Youth AAA State Baseball Tournament which was held at the David D. Whetstone Baseball Complex.

The Mayor asked for Council approval on Resolution number 11, which is for the purchase of a vehicle for the Fire Department.

Joe Reynolds, Coach of the Flying Fish Swim Team, came before the Council to recognize its members who swam and received numerous awards at the State Swim Meet.

The Mayor asked Council President Argo to call a special meeting of the City Council for Thursday, August 23rd at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the local historic district draft designation guidelines. He further asked that a Finance Committee meeting be held next week.

COUNCIL REPORTS:

None.

AGENDA

1. ORDINANCE: TO AMEND SECTION 4-28 OF ORDINANCE BOOK 2001, PAGE 007, REGULATIONS GOVERNING PUBLIC NUISANCE ANIMALS. (ORDINANCE BOOK 2007, PAGE 016).

Councilman Miller offered the Ordinance as a substitute for the previously introduced Ordinance titled “To Require Cleanup of Animal Waste,” which was held from the July 17th council meeting, and made a motion to adopt it. Councilman Fank seconded the motion. Councilman Miller clarified that it will be the responsibility of the complainant to file a warrant against the pet owner.

Councilman Macready stated that he could not support this Ordinance due to the number of wild cats that roam the neighborhoods.

The motion to substitute the Ordinance carried (7-0).

Councilman Gillespie stated that he had not been made aware of any problems with cats or dogs that would warrant such an Ordinance.

Councilman Miller stated that he had received numerous complaints from constituents who had called, emailed, written letters, and one who had gone so far as to write a letter to the editor of the Montgomery Advertiser in support of his efforts.

Councilman Renegar called for the question and Councilman Wood seconded the call. The question was called (5-2) with Council President Argo and Councilman Miller opposed. The Ordinance was adopted as substituted with the following vote:

2. RESOLUTION: TO DECLARE VARIOUS WEEDED LOTS TO BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THEIR ABATEMENT PER TITLE 11, CHAPTER 67 OF THE CODE OF ALABAMA, 1975, AS AMENDED. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 014).

A public hearing was held at 6:00 p.m. this evening. Councilman Fank made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

3. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO REZONE PROPERTY LOCATED OFF OF UPPER KINGSTON ROAD AT 1234 UPPER KINGSTON ROAD FROM FAR TO R-3. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 015).

Councilman Wood made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

Councilman Wood introduced the proposed Ordinance and made a motion to adopt it. Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. By point of order, the Ordinance was held until the September 4th council meeting.

4. RESOLUTION: TO RE-APPOINT LYN DUNBAR TO THE PRATTVILLE-AUTAUGA LIBRARY BOARD. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 016).

Councilman Renegar made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. There being no discussion the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

5. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO NEGOTIATE WITH ALABAMA MUNICIPAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, INC. TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING SERVICES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 017).

Councilman Wood made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

6. RESOLUTION: TO DECLARE BLISS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES A NON-RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR BID NO. 07-014 FOR ADA AND NON-ADA TABLES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF LEISURE SERVICES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 018).

7. RESOLUTION: TO DECLARE ATD-AMERICAN CO. A NON- RESPONSIBLE BIDDER FOR BID NO. 07-014 FOR ADA AND NON- ADA TABLES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF LEISURE SERVICES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 019).

Councilman Macready made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Miller asked for clarification that non-responsible bidders are always recorded in resolution form. City Attorney David McDowell assured him that they are. There being no further discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

8. RESOLUTION: TO AWARD BID NO. 07-014 TO GIFFEN RECREATION CO., INC. FOR THREE (3) ADA AND NINE (9) NON- ADA TABLES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF LEISURE SERVICES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 020).

Councilman Renegar made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

9. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO RENEW THE AUDIT FOR SALES TAX AND BUSINESS LICENSE CONTRACT WITH RIVER TREE SYSTEMS, INC. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 021).

Councilman Miller made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

10. RESOLUTION: TO AWARD BID NO. 07-017 TO MIDDLETON OIL CO., INC. FOR AN AUTOMATED FUELING SYSTEM FOR THE CITY OF PRATTVILLE OWNED VEHICLES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 022).

Councilman Fank made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Miller seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Renegar questioned Finance Director Rod Morgan as to the reason there is no purchase price listed for the fuel. Mr. Morgan stated that the price is for unleaded gasoline, and on- road and off-road diesel fuel based on the average rack rate plus the following fees: State inspection fees; Use fee & Spill fee; Freight; CPG mark up.
Council President Argo questioned how the fueling process would be monitored. Mr. Morgan stated that the idea is to issue keys that will be assigned by number to each employee who drives city-owned vehicles. The vehicle number and odometer reading will be recorded each time the vehicle uses the unattended automated fueling system. Mr. Morgan further stated that the City will maintain the fueling tanks at Fire Stations 1 and 3. There being no further discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

11. RESOLUTION: TO RATIFY AND AFFIRM THE PURCHASE OF A FORD CROWN VICTORIA FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
(RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 023).

Councilman Miller made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Fank seconded the motion. Councilman Gillespie questioned the amount of the vehicle and Councilman Finance Director Rod Morgan stated that it cost the City $10,000.00 at the State surplus auction.

Councilman Gillespie made a motion to amend the Resolution on line 17 to include the verbiage “The cost of the automobile is $10,000.00.” Councilman Miller seconded the motion. The motion to amend the Resolution carried (7-0). There being no further business to come before the Council, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

12. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO DECLARE VARIOUS WEEDED LOTS TO BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THEIR ABATEMENT PER TITLE 11, CHAPTER 67 OF THE CODE OF ALABAMA, 1975, AS AMENDED. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 024).

Councilman Gillespie made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Wood seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

13. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO GRANT A RESTAURANT RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE TO BASS PRO OUTDOOR WORLD, LLC. D/B/A ISLAMORADA FISH COMPANY. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2007-A, PAGE 025).

Councilman Macready introduced the Resolution from the floor and made a motion to adopt it and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. Because the Resolution did not appear on the agenda, it is necessary to suspend the council rules. Councilman Fank made the motion to suspend the rules and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. Councilman Renegar made a motion to amend the Resolution to include the correct address of the restaurant which is 2553 Rocky Mount Road, Prattville, Alabama, 36066. Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. The motion to amend the Resolution carried (7-0). There being no further discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

CLOSING COMMENTS:

Council President Argo called a special meeting of the City Council for Thursday, August 23rd at 6:00 p.m.

ADJOURN:

There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Fank made a motion to adjourn and Councilman Macready seconded the motion. The meeting closed at 8:45 p.m.

APPROVED:

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Gina P. Smith
City Clerk

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Dean Argo, President
Prattville City Council