City Council

CLARKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION OCTOBER 6, 2016 AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS During the public comment period, Joseph Naszady shared photographs of the overgrown Burchett property on Woodhaven Drive that he felt was being ignored by the Building & Codes Department. CALL TO ORDER The regular session of the Clarksville City Council was called to order by Mayor Kim McMillan on Thursday, October 6, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 106 Public Square, Clarksville, Tennessee. A prayer was offered and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilwoman Wanda Smith, Ward 6. ATTENDANCE PRESENT: Richard Garrett (Ward 1), Deanna McLaughlin (Ward 2), James Lewis (Ward 3), Wallace Redd (Ward 4), Valerie Guzman (Ward 5), Wanda Smith (Ward 6), Geno Grubbs (Ward 7), David Allen (Ward 8), Joel Wallace, Mayor Pro Tem (Ward 9), Mike Alexander (Ward 10), Bill Powers (Ward 11), Jeff Burkhart (Ward 12) SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS Mayor McMillan recognized and welcomed Cub Scout Pack 533 from Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Mayor McMillan proclaimed October as “National Arts & Humanities Month” and presented the proclamation to Arts & Heritage Director Dr. Ellen Kanervo. PUBLIC HEARING Councilman Grubbs made a motion to conduct a public hearing to received comments regarding requests for zone change. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman McLaughlin. There was no objection.  ORDINANCE 26-2016-17 (First Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Bret Appleton for zone change on property at the intersection of 41-A Bypass and Kender Rhea Court from M-1 Light Industrial District and C-2 General Commercial District to C-5 Highway & Arterial Commercial District No one spoke for or against this request. ORDINANCE 27-2016-17 (First Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Ricky and Tina Cumberland and Mike Young, Brookside Properties, Inc./David Crabtree -Agent, for zone change on property at the intersection of Vaughan Road and Scenic Drive from O-1 Office District and R-1 Single Family Residential District to C-5 Highway & Commercial District David Crabtree said the applicant had met with area residents. Mr. Crabtree asked for support of this change. No one expressed opposition to this request. ORDINANCE 28-2016-17 (First Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Meadow Wood Park Properties/Jimmy Settle, Janco Development, LLC-Agent, for zone change on property at the intersection of Professional Park Drive and Big Sky Drive from O-1 Office District to R-4 Multiple Family Residential District Dudley Parker, PGM Properties, asked for support of this request. No expressed opposition to the change. ORDINANCE 29-2016-17 (First Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Meadow Wood Park, Jason Daugherty-Agent, for zone change on property at the intersection of Big Sky Drive and White Face Drive from O-1 Office District to R-4 Multiple Family Residential District Jason Daugherty asked for support and offered to answer questions. No one expressed opposition to this request. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to revert to regular session. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman McLaughlin. There was no objection. ADOPTION OF ZONING The recommendation of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for approval of ORDINANCE 26-2016-17. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Burkhart. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Grubbs, Guzman, Lewis, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace NAY: McLaughlin The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed.  The recommendation of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for approval of ORDINANCE 27-2016-17. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Alexander. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Grubbs, Guzman, Lewis, McLaughlin, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. The recommendation of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for approval of ORDINANCE 28-2016-17. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Lewis. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Grubbs, Guzman, Lewis, McLaughlin, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. The recommendation of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for approval of ORDINANCE 29-2016-17. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Alexander. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Grubbs, Guzman, Lewis, McLaughlin, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. CONSENT AGENDA All items in this portion of the agenda are considered to be routine and non-controversial by the Council and may be approved by one motion; however, a member of the Council may request that an item be removed for separate consideration under the appropriate committee report: 1. ORDINANCE 14-2016-17 (Second Reading) Closing the Red River Trail/Greenway grant match capital project and transfer funds to the correct Red River Trail project 2. ORDINANCE 15-2016-17 (Second Reading) Accepting a National Parks Service grant through the Tennessee Historical Commission and providing matching funds for Smith-Trahern Mansion repairs 3. ORDINANCE 16-2016-17 (Second Reading) Amending the Official Code relative to membership of the Two Rivers Company Board of Directors 4. ORDINANCE 17-2016-17 (Second Reading) Authorizing extension of utilities to 3181 Highway 41A South; request of David Welch  5. ORDINANCE 18-2016-17 (Second Reading) Adding a capital project and accepting a state grant for Swan Lake Pool Renovations 6. ORDINANCE 19-2016-17 (Second Reading) Amending the Official Code relative to use of public rights-of-way 7. ORDINANCE 22-2016-17 (Second Reading) Amending the FY17 Operating Budget to appropriate funds for the Tree Board 8. ORDINANCE 23-2016-17 (Second Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Meriam Tummons for zone change on property at the terminus of Belle Court from RM-1 Single Family Mobile Home Residential District to R-1 Single Family Residential District 9. ORDINANCE 24-2016-17 (Second Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Lyndon W. Watts, Lyndon W. Watts or Alesha Williams-Agents, for zone change on property at the intersection of Madison Street and Liberty Parkway from OP Office Professional District to C- 5 Highway & Arterial Commercial District 10. Adoption of Minutes: September 1, 2016 11. Approval of Board Appointments: Arts & Heritage Development Council: Kim Balevre – October 2016 through June 2019 Design Review Board: Gail Longston – October 2016 through September 2021 Historic Zoning Commission – Gail Longston – October 2016 through September 2021 Housing Authority: Angela Jones, Karey Daugherty – October 2016 through September 2021 Councilman Burkhart made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Alexander. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Grubbs, Guzman, Lewis, McLaughlin, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace The motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented passed. FINANCE COMMITTEE Joel Wallace, Chair No items were presented for consideration. HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE David Allen, Chair Councilman Allen said a contract was recently awarded to McIntosh Construction in the amount of $177,440 for repairs to Chapel Street. GAS & WATER COMMITTEE Wallace Redd, Chair ORDINANCE 25-2016-17 (First Reading) Authorizing extension of utility services to 3674 Sango Road; request of Robert Halliburton The recommendation of the Gas & Water Committee was for approval. Councilman Redd made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman McLaughlin. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Grubbs, Guzman, Lewis, McLaughlin, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. PARKS, RECREATION, GENERAL SERVICES Bill Powers, Chair Councilman Powers said good progress had been made toward making repairs at Stokes Field including the press box ceiling, hanging light fixtures, and vinyl siding. He invited the public to upcoming events including Fright on Franklin, Zombie 5K, Teen Takeover and Movies in the Park. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE (Building & Codes, Fire & Rescue, Police) Geno Grubbs, Chair Councilman Grubbs shared the following monthly department statistics: Building & Codes Construction Division – 1,660 inspections; Building & Codes Enforcement Division – 429 cases, Building & Codes Adminstration – 71 single-family permits; Building & Codes Abatement Division – 103 work orders, Fire & Rescue – 1,013 emergency calls; CPD – 13,128 responses. STREETS-TRANSPORTATION-GARAGE COMMITTEE James Lewis, Chair Councilman Lewis shared the following monthly department statistics: Clarksville Transit System – 61,513 passengers; Clarksville-Nashville Express – 6,112 passengers; Streets – 237 work orders. NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE 9-2016-17 (First Reading) Amending the Official Code relative to departmental transfer of funds Councilman Burkhart made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman McLaughlin. Councilman Burkhart said these new restrictions would create more transparency following the budget process. Councilwoman McLaughlin offered an amendment to make this ordinance effective July 1, 2017. The amendment was seconded by Councilman Allen. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Guzman, McLaughlin, Powers, Redd, Smith, Wallace NAY: Grubbs, Lewis Councilwoman McLaughlin’s amendment passed. Councilman Grubbs said he supports allowing department heads discretion in transferring funds within their approved budgets. Mayor McMillan said any employee positions that require additional funding must have City Council approval, otherwise department heads may use currently budgeted funds for additional positions. There were questions regarding whether these proposed restrictions would apply to the utility enterprise funds. Councilman Redd opposed micro-management of departments. The following vote was taken; AYE: Allen, Burkhart, Garrett, Guzman, McLaughlin, Smith NAY: Alexander, Grubbs, Lewis, McMillan, Powers, Redd, Wallace The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading as amended failed. ORDINANCE 20-2016-17 (First Reading; Postponed September 1st) Amending the FY17 Parks & Recreation Budget for Stokes Field safety repairs Councilwoman McLaughlin said repairs for Stokes Field were underway; she withdrew this ordinance without objection from the Council. No action was taken. FIRE PREVENTION & SAFETY GRANT Councilman Wallace reported the City of Clarksville had received a 95% FEMA funded grant for firefighter training; no action was required. Mayor McMillan agreed to notify the members of the status of the SAFER grant. MAYOR AND STAFF REPORTS Councilman Garrett thanked Police Chief Al Ansley for his support of the Unity Prayer Walk. Mayor McMillan announced the Miss Tennessee USA and Miss Tennessee Teen USA pageants were underway at Austin Peay State University. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m.