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 PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, July 7th at 6:36 p.m. immediately following the public hearing in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Council President Pro-Tempore Tom Miller. Roll was called and Council President Argo was recorded as being absent. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Councilman Wood gave the invocation. THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS GENTLENESS: Showing consideration and personal concern for others. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Public Hearing and City Council meeting June 16th and Work Session June 29th. Councilman Renegar made a motion to approve the minutes and Councilman Boles seconded the motion. The minutes were approved (6-0). COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT: Maxwell Pickett, brother to the late Wilson Pickett appeared before the Council to express his appreciation for their efforts in forming a committee to honor his brother. Councilman Wood thanked Mr. Pickett for coming to the council meeting and further recognized committee members who were in attendance. Councilman Boles also thanked Mr. Pickett for taking the time to come to the council meeting. Steve Hollon, 545 Upper Kingston Road, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to ask for assurance that the City could afford to authorize a pay increase for its employees. He asked for answers to questions regarding how much money was being spent and how much money was coming in. Council President Pro-Tempore Miller reminded Mr. Hollon that council meetings are not a forum to be used as a question and answer session. He further informed him that particulars may be discussed with his council representative or specific officials during scheduled appointments. Charles Kervin, 1245 Wright Street, Prattville, AL 36066, appeared before the Council to inquire about the status of mitigation funds to make repairs to the drainage system that affects his street. Bill Parrish, 630 Durden Road, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council in support of the Resolution regarding Proposed Pay Plan and Amended Job Descriptions. Mr. Parrish wanted to express his appreciation for our Firemen and Policemen. He further stated that on occasion he has had a need to call on them. Ann Cattrell and Gretta Mims, appeared before the Council as representatives of Oasis for Hope, an organization which helps under privileged children. They were soliciting monetary donations to help with school supplies and asking for community involvement. Their fundraiser is scheduled for August 9th at 4:00 p.m. at the amphitheater at Pratt Park. MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Byard recognized Angie Jordan, District Representative of the Muscular Dystrophy Association who was at the meeting to present a proclamation to the Prattville Fire Department for Firefighter Appreciation Month. Fire Chief Stanley Gann accepted the Proclamation on behalf of the Fire Department. MDA Autauga County Representative Hayden Fielder and his mother Stephanie were also present at the meeting. Mayor Byard reported on the July 4th parade, BBQ, and fireworks display. He thanked Kelli Cook, and all departments that had a hand in making it the tremendous success that it was. The Mayor thanked Sanitation Director Edward Clinton and his crew for altering their work schedule during the July 4th Holiday. Regarding Mr. Kervin’s question about mitigation funds, the Mayor stated that the City made application to the State EMA. Additionally, City Staff will meet with Debby Peary on Thursday, July 9th for discussion. In reference to Resolution number 2 on the regular agenda, the Mayor reminded the Council that an extensive compensation study had been completed by AUM and the money was budgeted in the Human Resources FY08-09 budget. He urged the Council to move forward with this item. COUNCIL REPORTS: Councilman Renegar commended the Firemen and Medics on the MDA Golf Tournament, which raised $5,000.00. CONSENT AGENDA 1. 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 2009-A, PAGE 007). 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 2009, PAGE 008). 3. RESOLUTION: TO APPOINT KITTY DORA HOUSER TO THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009, PAGE 009). 4. 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 2009, PAGE 010). 5. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR A LOUNGE RETAIL LIQUOR , CLASS I LICENSE FOR CLUB BTS, LLC D/B/A BEHIND THE SCENES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009, PAGE 011). Councilman Fank made a motion to move item numbers 1-5 to a Consent Agenda and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. All were in favor (6-0). Councilman Renegar introduced the items and made the motion to adopt the Consent Agenda and Councilman Boles seconded the motion. The Consent Agenda was adopted with the following vote.
AGENDA 1. ORDINANCE: REQUEST TO REZONE PROERTY LOCATED AT 625-A DURDEN ROAD FROM R-3 TO B-2. A public hearing was held at 6:00 p.m. this evening. During discussion, Councilman Renegar stated that the Planning Commission denied the rezoning request on May 21st. He questioned City Attorney David McDowell about what recourse S&M Concrete would have if the City Council denies their request. Mr. McDowell stated that the owners of S&M Concrete would have the option to appeal the decision to the Circuit Court of Autauga County. There being no further discussion, the Ordinance failed (0-6).
2. RESOLUTION: TO ADOPT PROPOSED PAY PLAN AND AMENDED JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR ALL CITY EMPLOYEES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009, PAGE 012). The Resolution was held from the June 16th council meeting. Councilman Renegar made a motion to amend lines 33-35 to include the verbiage “to become effective with the pay period beginning on October 4, 2009.” Councilman Boles seconded the motion. The motion was adopted (5-1) with Councilman Fank opposed. During discussion, Councilman Boles stated that this was the fiscally responsible thing to do. He further thanked all of the men who worked for the City. Councilman Wood expressed his appreciation for all employees of the City. He also thanked the Mayor and staff for providing pertinent information to the Council regarding the pay study. There being no further discussion, the amended Resolution was adopted with the following vote.
3. RESOLUTION: TOAUTHORIZE AND APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH AUTAUGA COUNTY TO PROVIDE TESTING SERVICES AND SEWER LINE AND LIFT STATION MAINTENANCE. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009, PAGE 013). Councilman Fank made the motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Boles seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
4. RESOLUTION: TO ACCEPT MAINTENANCE OF WINDROSE SUBDIVISION, PHASE 3. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 014). Councilman Gillespie made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Renegar seconded the motion. The Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
CLOSING: Mayor Byard reiterated the fact that $100,000.00 was budgeted in the FY08-09 Human Resources budget for the salary increase for employees. Councilman Wood stated that during its last meeting, the Wilson Pickett Committee decided that its first step in honoring the late artist would be to place an informational marker at the Heritage Museum. He further stated that the Committee is interested in placing additional memorabilia at the museum as it becomes available. Council President Pro-Tempore Miller offered to donate an LP of Wilson Pickett to the collection of memorabilia. ADJOURN: There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Renegar made a motion to adjourn and Councilman Fank seconded the motion. The meeting closed at 7:24 p.m.
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