City Council

CLARKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION JULY 5, 2018 MINUTES PUBLIC COMMENTS Louis Marshall said members of the black community were being arrested without reason and some citizens cannot afford court and jail fines. CALL TO ORDER The regular session of the Clarksville City Council was called to order by Mayor Kim McMillan on Thursday, July 5, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 106 Public Square, Clarksville, Tennessee. A prayer was offered by Councilman Richard Garrett; the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Bill Powers. ATTENDANCE PRESENT: Richard Garrett (Ward 1), Deanna McLaughlin (Ward 2), Ron Erb (Ward 3), Tim Chandler (Ward 4), Wanda Smith (Ward 6), Geno Grubbs (Ward 7), David Allen (Ward 8; arrived 4:44 p.m.), Jeff Henley (Ward 9), Mike Alexander (Ward 10), Bill Powers (Ward 11), Jeff Burkhart (Ward 12) ABSENT: Valerie Guzman, Mayor Pro Tem (Ward 5) SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS There were no special recognitions. ZONING: PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING Councilman Grubbs made a motion to conduct a public hearing to receive comments regarding requests for zone change. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman McLaughlin. There was no objection. ORDINANCE 3-2018-19 Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Nick Dattilo for zone change on property located at the intersection of Purple Heart Parkway & Evans Road from RM-1 Single Family Mobile Home Residential District to R-4 Multiple Family Residential District There was no one present to speak for or against this request. ORDINANCE 4-2018-19 Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Dapp Investments, Moore Design Services-Agent, for zone change on property located at the intersection of Ringgold Road and Ringgold Court from R-4 Multiple Family Residential District to R-6 Single Family Residential District There was no one present to speak for or against this request. ORDINANCE 5-2018-19 Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of Terrell Brody, Sr., for zone change on property located at the intersection of Paradise Hill Road and East Happy Hollow Drive from R-2 Single Family Residential District to R-4 Multiple Family Residential District Houston Smith, DBS Engineering, said the R-4 zone would be the most appropriate classification for this property because of geographical limitations and noted the applicant had no specific plans for development. Terrell Brody said he wanted to develop this land because of his family history in the area. Shirley McKinley and Tonya Burney said the area already had several multi-family developments and expressed their concern about traffic problems. In rebuttal, Mr. Brody felt a multi-family development would enhance the growing community and that additional street lights could be installed. In rebuttal, Ms. McKinley said street lights were already present near this site. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to revert to regular session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Alexander. There was no objection. ADOPTION OF ZONING The recommendations of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for approval of ​ORDINANCE 3-2018-19​. Councilman Grubbs 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, Chandler, Erb, Garrett, Grubbs, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith  The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. The recommendations of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for approval of ​ORDINANCE 4-2018-19​. 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, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith NAY: Chandler, Erb The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. The recommendations of the Regional Planning Staff and Commission were for disapproval of ​ORDINANCE 5-2018-19​. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Garrett. Councilwoman Smith said the applicant did not state how he would beautify the area. Councilman Allen was concerned about potential traffic issues. The following vote was recorded: NAY: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Chandler, Erb, Garrett, Grubbs, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading failed. ZONING: REQUEST TO WITHDRAW ORDINANCE 61-2017-18 ​(First Reading Postponed May 3rd; Public Hearing May 3rd) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of John Goodrich, Joshua Jerles-Agent, for zone change on property at the intersection of Rossview Road and Old Russellville Pike from R-1 Single Family Residential District to R-3 Three Family Residential District The public hearing for this request was conducted May 3, 2018, followed by postponement to this regular session. The applicant requested withdrawal of this request on June 15, 2018. Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Chandler, then the second was withdrawn. The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading failed due to lack of a second. 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 64-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Accepting property from McClardy Rd. Partnership for the Rossview Place Pump Station 2. ORDINANCE 65-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Accepting property from Powers Family Trust for the Prestwicke Place Pump Station 3. ORDINANCE 66-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Accepting property from Charles Clay Powers for Hickory Wild #2 Pump Station 4. ORDINANCE 67-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Accepting property from Powers Family Trust for Cedar Springs Circle Pump Station 5. ORDINANCE 68-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Accepting property from GC Land Development for Boyer Farms Pump Station 6. ORDINANCE 70-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of 451 Alfred Thun Road Partners, Tom Cunningham-Agent, for zone change on property located at the intersection of Alfred Thun Road and Corporate Parkway Boulevard from M-1 Light Industrial District to C-4 Highway Interchange District 7. ORDINANCE 71-2017-18 ​(Second Reading) Amending the Zoning Ordinance and Map of the City of Clarksville, application of River Chase Marine Terminal, LLC, for zone change on property south of Ashland City Road, west of Beacon Drive, and east of the Cumberland River from R-1 Single Family Residential District and M-2 General Industrial District to R-4 Multiple Family Residential District and R-1 Single Family Residential District 8. RESOLUTION 1-2018-19 Renewing the Certificate of Compliance for operation of Queen City Liquors (1232 Tylertown Road) 9. RESOLUTION 2-2018-19 Approving appointments to the Clarksville Housing Authority, Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Tree Board 10. Adoption of Minutes: May 30, June 7 Special Session, June 7 Regular Session, June 14 Councilman Burkhart made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman McLaughlin. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Chandler, Erb, Garrett, Grubbs, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith The motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented passed. FINANCE COMMITTEE ​Jeff Burkhart, Chair ORDINANCE 1-2018-19 ​(First Reading) Authorizing exercise of right of eminent domain to acquire easements, property, and/or rights-of-way for the Lafayette Road widening project The recommendation of the Finance Committee was for approval. Councilman Burkhart made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Powers. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Chandler, Erb, Garrett, Grubbs, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. GAS & WATER COMMITTEE Bill Powers, Chair Councilman Powers reported the Service Department completed 5,100 work orders, responded to 327 after-hours calls, and read 97,000 meters during the previous month. HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE David Allen, Chair Councilman Allen said re-construction projects had begun on Dumas Street, Poston Street, and Gibson Street, all in Ward 6. Emergency HVAC repair projects were completed in Wards 1, 6, and 5. PARKS & RECREATION Jeff Henley On behalf of Councilwoman Guzman, Councilman Henley expressed appreciation to the Parks & Recreation Department, Clarksville Transit System, and Clarksville Police Department for providing an excellent Independence Day celebration at Liberty Park on July 3rd. Councilman Henley announced upcoming events including the Downtown Market, Beat the Heat party at New Providence Pool, and Movies in the Park. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE Geno Grubbs, Chair Councilman Grubbs shared the following monthly department statistics: Building & Codes: 2,008 inspections, 475 code enforcement cases, 77 single-family permits, 99 abatement work orders; Fire & Rescue: 1,199 emergency runs; Police: 13,523 calls for service. STREETS & GARAGE COMMITTEE Mike Alexander, Chair ORDINANCE 2-2018-19 ​(First Reading) Authorizing negotiations for purchase or use of eminent domain to acquire easements for drainage improvements on Lilac Lane The recommendation of the Street Committee was for approval. Councilman Alexander made a motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Chandler. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Chandler, Erb, Garrett, Grubbs, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith The motion to adopt this ordinance on first reading passed. Councilman Alexander reported 236 work orders were completed by the Street Department during June, including paving of Bennington Court, Brentwood Circle, Kingston Drive, Ringgold Court, Beth Drive, Leann Court, Quinton Drive, Sarah Drive, Short Ridge, Monarch Drive, and Monarch Court. Councilman Alexander said the City Garage completed 649 work orders with unleaded fuel at a cost of $2.25 and diesel at $2.24 per gallon. TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE Deanna McLaughlin, Chair Councilwoman McLaughlin shared the following monthly department statistics for Clarksville Transit System: 60,201 passengers including 5,789 senior citizens, 791 wheelchair passengers, 2,169 APSU students, 1,595 Youth-Ride-Free passengers, and also 3,068 Lift passengers. CTS transported 1,956 passengers during the Independence Day event. VA/CPD AGREEMENT RESOLUTION 3-2018-19 ​Authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Police and the Clarksville Police Department for law enforcement services at Veterans Affairs Tennessee Valley Healthcare locations Councilman Grubbs made a motion to adopt this resolution. The motion was seconded by Councilman Powers. The following vote was recorded: AYE: Alexander, Allen, Burkhart, Chandler, Erb, Garrett, Grubbs, Henley, McLaughlin, Powers, Smith The motion to adopt this resolution passed. MAYOR AND STAFF REPORTS Mayor McMillan and Councilman Grubbs thanked the Parks & Recreation Department for a memorable fireworks show during the Independence Day celebration at Liberty Park. Referencing speakers during public comment periods, Councilman Chandler said he appreciates living in a country that allows citizens to express themselves in a public setting. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m.