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 PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, August 3rd at 6:06 p.m. immediately following the public hearing. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Council President Argo gave the invocation. Roll was called and Councilman Boles was recorded as being absent. THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS SECURITY: Structuring my life around that which cannot be destroyed or taken away. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 20th Public Hearing and City Council Minutes. Councilman Renegar made the motion to approve the minutes and Councilman Fank seconded the motion. The minutes were approved (6-0). COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT: Dari Oberbeck, Executive Director of the Prattville Community Enrichment Center, appeared before the Council to distribute a year-end financial report as well as provide an overview of the past year’s services provided to the City of Prattville. Sandy Jay, Deputy Director reported on the number of random drug tests given to employees throughout the year. She also reported on the Center’s various programs, which are utilized by Municipal Court. Shelley Wainwright, representative of Bama Lanes, appeared before the Council to thank members for their time and consideration while meeting with Bama Lanes Business Manager Chris Zinn regarding the possibility of the establishment going smoke-free. Council President Argo explained Mr. Zinn’s interest in making his establishment a smoke-free facility and further stated that he has asked the Council to work with him to bring his building up to code. President Argo recommended a Committee including City Fire Marshal Dallis Johnson review the Ordinance and work with Mr. Zinn. Councilman Gillespie offered to serve on the Committee. Councilman Miller stated that he and Council President Argo are known as “Clean Indoor Advocates” and he complimented Mr. Zinn on his enthusiasm and interest in making his establishment a healthier environment for patrons. State Representative-Elect Paul Beckman, 1803 Tara Drive, appeared before the Council to express his gratitude to the Mayor and Council for the professionalism shown during the election process. He further informed members of the Council of his open-door policy and extended a helping hand in future endeavors. Council President Argo recognized former Councilmember Elaine Wilkes who was present. Debra Meliska, 1319 Adell Street, Prattville, AL 36066, appeared before the Council to state that in recent research of state code, she is certain that state law overrides county and city governments. She further encouraged members of the Council to review state law and continue to research Ordinances regarding vicious animals. Council President informed Ms. Meliska that the appropriate committee has had in depth meetings regarding the research and review of various Ordinances and it currently has a draft, which may be adopted at the August 17th meeting. He also informed Ms. Meliska that Alabama State Code doesn’t always supersede county and municipal governments; it simply doesn’t allow them to be weaker than what the State permits. MAYOR’S REPORT: Mayor Byard reported that the Records Request Form, which is available as a download on the City’s website, and also in the Finance office at City Hall, has been updated as requested at the July 20th council meeting. The Mayor reported that “No Texting” signs are posted in appropriate areas near school campuses in time for school to begin on Monday, August 9th. Regarding the agenda, the Mayor urged support for Resolution 6, which is in support of Project WIT. The Project will bring up to 50 high paying jobs to our city. Mayor Byard congratulated Council President Pro-Tempore Miller and Councilman Fank as recent Certified Municipal Official Graduates. COUNCIL REPORTS: Councilman Miller reported that the draft vicious animal Ordinance that is currently being considered will be presented to City Attorney David McDowell for review and input at a committee meeting prior to the August 17th council meeting. 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 2010, PAGE 053). The Resolution was introduced at the July 6th council meeting and a public hearing was held this evening. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following vote:
2. ORDINANCE: TO REQUEST TO ZONE PROPERTY LOCATED ON MOSES ROAD TO R-3. (ORDINANCE BOOK 2010, PAGE 017). The Ordinance was introduced at the July 6th council meeting and a public hearing was held this evening. There being no discussion the Ordinance was adopted with the following vote:
3. ORDINANCE: PETITION FOR ANNEXATION FOR MOSES ROAD BETWEEN UPPER KINGSTON ROAD AND N. CHESTNUT/MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE. (ORDINANCE BOOK 2010, PAGE 018). The Ordinance was held from the July 20th council meeting. There being no discussion, the Ordinance was adopted with the following vote:
4. RESOLUTION: TO APPROVE THE ISSUANCE OF RECOVERY ZONE FACILITY BONDS BY THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF THE CITY OF PRATTVILLE FOR THE BENEFIT OF INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 054). 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 PURCHASE OF A 2003 FORD 250 FROM ADECA SURPLUS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF LEISURE SERVICES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 055). 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:
6. RESOLUTION: SUPPORT FOR PROJECT WIT. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 056). 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:
7. RESOLUTION: TO SET A PUBLUC 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. 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 results:
CLOSING COMMENTS: Mayor Byard reported that certain officials from Med Line met with approximately 50 contractors regarding the proposed construction of its Prattville facility. Council President Argo thanked the numerous volunteers who gave of their time and efforts to see Project WIT to fruition. He reminded everyone to join the Mayor and members of the Council for the exciting announcement at 10:00 a.m. at Whitney Bank’s McQueen Smith Branch on Wednesday, August 4th. President Argo further thanked State Representative Elect Beckman for his offer of assistance and willingness to work hand in hand with city leaders in the future. ADJOURNMENT: 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 6:42 p.m. APPROVED: ________________________ __________________________ |
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