City Council

MINUTES OF THE CITY OF BRISTOL, TENNESSEE CITY COUNCIL MEETING February 5, 2013 CALL TO ORDER: The City of Bristol, Tennessee City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Joel Staton on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at 7:00p.m. in the Slater Center Auditorium. ROLLCALL: Present: Mayor Joel Staton, Vice-Mayor Ben Zandi, Councilwoman Michelle Dolan, Councilwoman Margaret Feierabend, and Councilman David Shumaker. Others Present: Deputy City Manager William Sorah (Acting City Manager); City Attorney Jack Hyder; City Recorder Tara Musick; and members of City staff. Absent: City Manager Jeff Broughton INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Joel Staton gave the invocation, and Councilwoman Michelle Dolan led the pledge of allegiance. AGENDA ADDITIONS AND/OR CHANGES: No additional items were added to the agenda. However, an amended version of Resolution 13-16 was presented. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS: Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week- Councilwoman Feierabend read a proclamation designating February 7-14, 2013, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week. The proclamation was presented to Ms. Agnes Rose. Ms. Daisy Carroll and the Country Christmas Show - Mayor Staton read a proclamation recognizing Ms. Daisy Carroll and the Country Christmas Show for their contributions to our region. The proclamation was presented to Ms. Daisy Carroll. Spay and Neuter Day- Councilman Shumaker read a proclamation designating February 26, 2013, as Spay and Neuter Day. The proclamation was presented to Sue Williams with Holly Help.  City Council Meeting February 5, 2013 Page 2 of4 PRESENTATIONS: Fiscal Year 2012 CAFR Presentation - Mr. Matt Hill with Mauldin and Jenkins, LLC presented the City of Bristol, Tennessee Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2012. Mr. Hill stated that the CAFR was issued without any findings and with a clean opinion. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. APPEARANCE OF CITIZENS: Mr. Tom Padgett, 271 Peoples Street in Johnson City, addressed the Council about the growth and accomplishments of the Tennessee High School Marching Band. He asked the Council for their support in their future endeavors which will include participation in the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade this year. Ms. Liza Conway, 826 State Street, addressed the Council regarding the banning of chained animals and asked that they reconsider their stance on this issue. APPOINTMENTS: A. Birthplace of Country Music -Councilman David Shumaker was appointed to serve on the Birthplace of Country Music for a twelve-month term of office with the following votes cast: Vice Mayor Zandi BenZandi Councilwoman Dolan BenZandi Councilwoman Feierabend David Shumaker Mayor Staton David Shumaker Councilman Shumaker David Shumaker ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: A. First Reading of New Ordinances: None. B. Adoption of Ordinances (Second Reading): None. C. Resolutions: Resolution 13-13 - A Resolution Authorizing an Appropriation Agreement with the Birthplace of Country Music for the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. Deputy City Manager Sorah reviewed the Resolution that authorizes the execution of an appropriation agreement to provide up to $600,000 with the first $300,000 to be provided in  City Council Meeting February 5, 2013 Page 3 of4 equal $100,000 installments over the next three years. Up to 50% of those funds may be used for pre-opening expenses of the museum with the remainder to be placed in an operating reserve to be used following the opening. The additional $300,000 will be available during the first 60 months of operation to temporarily cover any operating losses incurred and shall be repaid without interest. As a stipulation of this agreement, BCM must contract with a qualified, venue management company with museum or entertainment/educational facilities experience for a minimum of sixty (60) months following its opening. Vice-Mayor Zandi moved to approve this Resolution, and Councilman Shumaker seconded. This motion passed by unanimous roll call vote CONSENT AGENDA: Deputy City Manager Sorah presented the Consent Agenda to Council. Councilman Shumaker moved to approve, and Vice-Mayor Zandi seconded. The following items were approved by unanimous Council vote: • Minutes- January 8, 2013 City Council Meeting; • Minutes- January 22, 2013 City Council Work Session; • Minutes- January 28, 2013 Special Called Meeting: • Resolution 13-12 -A resolution awarding a bid for the purchase of a three-quarter ton pickup truck with service body; • Resolution 13-3- A resolution awarding a bid for an emergency generator; • Resolution 13-4- A resolution to procure wireless telephone service; and • Resolution 13-5 - A resolution authorizing the purchase of decorative street lights. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: None. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS: Councilwoman Dolan read a letter from Congressman Phil Roe which expressed his regrets in missing the meeting of the Defense Affairs Council and commending the formation of the committee. He also stated that he will continue to work to promote the causes associated with the Defense Affairs Council. Councilwoman Feierabend mentioned the continued efforts for fundraising for the Stone Castle.  City Council Meeting February 5, 2013 Page 4 of4 Ms. Susan Wolfe was recognized by the Council and discussed the many classes and programs available at the Avoca Library. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m. ~f'_~Tara E. Musick, City Recorder