| 2009-10-06 City Council Meeting |  |  |  |
 PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, October 6th at 6:03 p.m. immediately following the public hearing in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Council President Argo. 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. THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS PATIENCE: Accepting a difficult situation without giving a deadline to remove it. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 15th City Council Minutes. Councilman Renegar made a motion to approve the minutes and Councilman Fank seconded the motion. The minutes were approved (7-0). COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT: Dr. Kim Kornegay, 237 Deerwood Drive, Prattville, AL 36067 appeared at the meeting to urge the Council to appeal Circuit Court John Bush’s ruling to grant the lounge license to the business known as BTS, located on Cobbs Ford Road. City Attorney David McDowell stated that he can’t speak of the particulars regarding the BTS case due to ongoing litigation. However, Mr. McDowell asked the City Council to go into executive session to discuss litigation at the close of the meeting. He also stated that the Judge’s ruling that the City was arbitrary and capricious in its denial of the Lounge Class I License to BTS was based solely on the review of the records. Brian Landry, 1216 Jamestown Drive, Prattville, AL 36067, and Lenny Schaefer, 153 Poplar Street, Prattville, AL 36066, appeared before the Council with their committee’s proposal of a phased in sports complex. Mr. Landry stated that the committee is ready to launch a publicity campaign. Councilman Gillespie and Council President Argo thanked Mr. Landry and Mr. Schaefer for spearheading the planning committee for the multi-purpose sports complex. Jason Smith, 958 Gipson Street, Prattville, AL 36066, appeared before the Council to express his displeasure regarding the Council’s decision to vote down Councilman Boles’ proposed amendment to the FY 2009-2010 budget at its September 15th meeting. Arthur Coleman, 470 Durden Road, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to inquire about the possibility of serving alcohol at Doster Community Center during a hair/fashion show event, which is scheduled for November 21st. Council President Argo informed Mr. Coleman that he would need to contact the Mayor’s office to obtain information regarding the proper procedure to follow for permission to serve alcohol. He further stated that he should contact the City Clerk’s office due to the requirement for obtaining necessary insurance coverage for the event. MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Byard expressed sympathy to Finance Director Rod Morgan and his family whose grandfather passed away. Mr. Morgan’s funeral was held today in Enterprise. The Mayor thanked everyone for their support during the recent LPGA Tournament. He further stated that he looks forward to the return of the tournament next year. The Mayor reminded everyone of the following: City Hall will be closed on Monday, October 12th for Columbus Day, garbage and trash routes will run as scheduled; Friday, October 16th is “Think Pink Day”, at 7:00 a.m. the water in the fountain at Heritage Park will be turned pink; The Annual Candy Walk is scheduled for Friday, October 30th at 4:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Byard congratulated City Clerk Gina P. Smith and Assistant City Clerk Stephanie Southerland on receiving their Certified Municipal Clerk designation. COUNCIL REPORTS: Council President Argo stated that it will be necessary for a member of the Council to make a motion to go into executive session to discuss a legal matter, at the end of our meeting. AGENDA 1. RESOLUTION: TO GRANT A RESTAURANT RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE FOR JUN WU, D/B/A OSAKA SUSHI BAR AND JAPANESE CUISINE, INC. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 038). A public hearing was held at 6:00 p.m. this evening. Councilman Wood made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. Council President Argo recognized Mr. Wu who was present and thanked him for attending the meeting. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted 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 2009-A, PAGE 039). 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 NAME VOTING DELEGATE AND ALERNATES FOR THE NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 040). Councilman Miller made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Fank seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
4. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR A RESTAURANT RETAIL LIQUOR LICENSE FOR CINDY ENTERPRISES, LLC, D/B/A PASTA PIZZERIA & GRILL. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 041). 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:
5. RESOLUTION: TOAWARD BID NO. 09-010 TO KELLIS VEGETATION MANAGEMENT FOR HERBICIDE APPLICATION IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 042). Councilman Fank made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Miller questioned if anyone knew why Kellis Vegetation was the sole response. Since invitations to bid are only generated from the Clerk’s office, there is no way of knowing the reason for receiving only one response in the amount of $333,545.34. There being no further discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
6. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN EXTENDED WARRANTY CONTRACT WITH ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 043). Councilman Renegar made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Fank seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
7. 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-A, PAGE 044). 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 results:
8. RESOLUTION: TO RE-APPOINT WYNONA HALL TO THE LIBRARY BOARD. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2009-A, PAGE 045). 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:
CLOSING: Mayor Byard announced that the City of Prattville has been chosen by the National League of Cities as a shopping destination and will be showcased and highlighted later this year. Councilman Miller stated his intent to amend the current smoking Ordinance to include verbiage that all smoking establishments shall prohibit persons under the age of 19 from entering or working in the facility. Councilman Renegar thanked everyone who supported the LPGA, which brought excitement and a boost to our economy. Councilman Fank spoke of the positive feedback he had heard from golfers and their caddies since the tournament ended. He stated that they had nothing but praise for the way they had been treated since they arrived. He thanked city staff for the additional support. Council President Argo reported on the positive remarks regarding the hospitality shown toward the visiting golfers and tourists who were in town during the tournament. He also reported on the success of the Autauga County Fair and the positive economic impact of both events. He further noted that in the coming weeks, he will be addressing the issue of residents who park their vehicles on their lawns. Council President Argo reminded everyone that upon a second to the motion to adjourn the meeting, the Council will immediately go into Executive Session. ADJOURN: There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Renegar made a motion to adjourn and Councilman Miller seconded the motion. The meeting closed at 6:57 p.m.
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