The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, September 21st at 6:03 p.m. immediately following the public hearing in the Council Chambers at City Hall with Council President Argo presiding. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Councilman Boles gave the invocation. Roll was called and all were recorded as being present.

THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS DILIGENCE: Investing my time and energy to complete each task assigned to me.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 7th Public Hearing and City Council Minutes.

Councilman Renegar made the motion to approve the minutes and Councilman Miller seconded the motion. The minutes were approved (7-0).

COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT:

Debra Meliska, 1319 Adell Street, Prattville AL 36066, appeared before the Council to express her concern with the enforcement of the newly adopted vicious dog Ordinance. She had several suggestions to possibly strengthen the Ordinance.

Councilman Miller reported that he has spoken with Scott Missildine from the Autauga County Humane Shelter regarding the aspect of circumstances which may require assessing the seriousness of danger to the public. Councilman Miller further asked to discuss the issue with Ms. Meliska upon adjournment of the meeting.

Councilman Boles asked that Ms. Meliska’s questions/proposal be turned over to the City Attorney so that they may be presented to the Public Safety Committee.

Jerry Cimis, 141 N. Chestnut Street, Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to speak about the 31 acres of land which was surplused for the construction of the Medline site. He stated his desire for a reversionary clause to be added to the lease agreement as protection in the event the company files for bankruptcy or should it go out of business.

Dennis Mullins, 111 Danya Drive, Prattville AL 36066, appeared before the Council for clarification on how the budget public hearing would be conducted from Council President Argo.

Imam Elder Bishop Rabbi Walking John Devoe Jones, 510 Vindale Rd., Prattville, AL 36067, appeared before the Council to request that Stanley-Jensen Stadium be renamed Pickett-Jensen Stadium in honor of the late Lorenzo Pickett who served as a Prattville High School assistant football coach. He further requested funding support for the Adult Singles Support Center for singles 18 and over. He thanked Councilman Boles for his personal contribution of carpet from his carpet store.

Charlie Graham, 126 Holly Court, Prattville, AL 36066, appeared before the Council to state his confusion as to the notion that the public could turn in a request for multiple questions for the budget public hearing and expect to have answers to all of the questions within a 4-day turnaround. He further requested the 2010 audit be completed by the end of the year.

MAYOR’S REPORT:

In reference to the agenda, Mayor Byard urged support on Resolution number 2, which is recommended by the employee Insurance Committee. Resolution number 3 is considered housekeeping in that it does not require a monetary obligation to the City. Resolution number 8 is also housekeeping because it begins the process of applying for state funding for a road and a bridge.

The Mayor informed the Council that 75 community citizens, including department heads will participate in the NIMS training in Maryland.

Mayor Byard introduced the FY2010-2011 budget by presenting copies to each member of the Council. He stated that the budget has been on line since Wednesday of last week.

COUNCIL REPORTS:

Councilman Gillespie reported that E-911 held its budget meeting last week.

Council President Argo reported that the Finance Committee met with the Mayor and Finance Director Rod Morgan regarding the budget. He further stated that while it may not be perfect, it is conservative and sensible.

President Argo further reported that he had the opportunity to emcee the Miss Fountain City Pageant last week. Miss Abigail Hardin was crowned Miss Fountain City 2010. He thanked Cultural Arts Director Kellie Cook for coordinating the pageant.

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 066).

The Resolution was introduced at the August 17th 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:

2. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH CAREHERE, LLC TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH CLINIC (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 067).

Councilman Fank made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Gillespie seconded the motion. During discussion, Councilman Fank thanked Human Resources Director Lisa Thrash for her time and effort that went in to her proposal. The Resolution was adopted with the following vote.

3. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH ALABAMA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY FOR MUTUAL AID (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 068).

Councilman Renegar made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilman Boles seconded the motion. The Resolution was adopted with the following vote:

4. RESOLUTION: TO WAIVE FEE FOR THE AUTAUGA COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 069).

Councilman Gillespie 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:

5. RESOLUTION: TO GRANT A RETAIL BEER AND TABLE WINE LICENSE, OFF PREMISE ONLY FOR PAULA MCCULLOUGH, MEMBER OF DIAMOND QUALITY STORES, LLC D/B/A PRATTVILLE DQS (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 070).

Councilman Wood made the 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: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF ALABAMA REGARDING THE CONTINUATION OF THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PROCESS FOR THE MONTGOMERY TRANSPORTATION STUDY AREA. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 071).

Councilman Boles 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:

7. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE RELEASE OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,650.00, FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 1995 GREAT DANE TRAILER FROM KENWORTH OF ALABAMA FOR THE CITY OF PRATTVILLE’S RECYCLING PROGRAM. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 072).

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

8. RESOLUTION: TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO APPLY FOR A GRANT FROM THE ALABAMA INDUSTRIAL ACCESS ROAD AND BRIDGE AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE AN ACCESS ROAD IN SOUTH INDUSTRIAL PARK. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 073).

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:

9. RESOLUTION: APPROPRIATING FIXED EXPENSES AND SALARIES AND CONTINUING POLICY PROCEDURES. (RESOLUTION BOOK 2010, PAGE 074).

Councilman Miller 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:

CLOSING COMMENTS:

Councilman Gillespie thanked Street Department Superintendent George Williams for his quick response to recent work orders.

Councilman Wood encouraged everyone to participate in the Boys and Girls Club annual golf tournament, which is scheduled for Tuesday, October 19th at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.

Council President Argo reminded everyone of the Tuesday, September 28th work session at Doster Community Center at 5:30 p.m. and also the budget public hearing immediately following at City Hall council chambers.

Council President Argo recognized Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce members who attended the evening’s meeting.

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 7:06 p.m.

APPROVED:

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Gina P. Smith
City Clerk

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Dean R. Argo, President
Prattville City Council