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407 E. Laurel Avenue City of Foley, AL Foley, AL 36535 Meeting Minutes - Final City Council Monday, December 3, 2018 4:30 PM Conference Room Work Session Call to Order Council President Wayne Trawick called the December 3, 2018 Work Session Meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. Roll Call All Council Members were present with the exception of Councilmember Charlie Ebert who was absent due to travel. Also present: City Administrator Mike Thompson, Kate Embry, Sandra Pate, Sue Steigerwald, Andy Forsythe, David Thompson, Don Dukemineer, Beverly Manley, Joey Darby, John Jackson, David Wilson, Chad Christian, Daniel Hudson, Gary Campbell, Angela Grace, Francis Holk-Jones, and Press Representative Jessica Vaughn. Reports 18-0619 Planning Commission Recommendation of Public Projects Attachments: public projects recommendation.pdf Councilmember Ralph Hellmich reported to the Council that the Planning Commission certifies the projects for the whole year and then sends to the Council. There was no further discussion on this item, it remained on the agenda. Discuss Council Meeting Agenda of December 3, 2018 18 0611 A Resolution to Reappoint Charles Eubanks and Appoint Jared Brothers to the Fire Code Board of Appeals. There was no discussion on this item, it remained on the agenda. 18 0621 Resolution Requesting To Waive Fees To Minimum For Calvary Chapel Fellowship of Foley Construction Project There was no discussion on this item, it remained on the agenda. 18 0622 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MIFLIN ROAD CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM City of Foley, AL Page 1 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 3, 2018 City Administrator Mike Thompson reported to the Council that there is a cooperative fee for this property that is split 50/50. The two halves would be pooled together to improve the outdoor space. Mr. Thompson reported that the fee has been collected for 18 months and the first project would be to pave the gravel lot. There was no further discussion on this item, it remained on the agenda. 18 0627 Resolution Authorizing Employees to Enter Upon the Property at 1605 and 1609 South McKenzie Street (Old IHOP Location) for the Purpose of Abating the Public Nuisance. The property has been abated. There was a consensus to remove this item from the December 3, 2018 Council Meeting. 18 0628 A Resolution Approving the Purchase of one Custom Pumper for the Foley Fire Department Fire Chief Joey Darby reported to the Council that bids were open on November 7, 2018 and there was only one bidder. Chief Darby reported to the Council that the bid was over budget but due to one bidder the City is able to enter negotiations for the equipment. Chief Darby reported that he has met with the National Sales Manager and there has been a $6,000 deduction without changing anything on the truck and utilizing additional dealer discounts. Chief Darby reported that the plan for the current pumper would be to sell it to a volunteer department in the region. There was no further discussion on this item, it remained on the agenda. 18 0630 Resolution Amending Pay Classification Plan (PCP) for certain position changes within the Foley Police Department. No additional budget funds are necessary for this action. Human Resources Director Sandra Pate reported to the Council that this resolution will accomplish two things. First, creates two regular, full time patrol positions for a limited amount of time. Second, converts a Corporal/Detective position to a Narcotics Sergeant position. There was no further discussion on this item, it remained on the agenda. 18-0635 Gary Campbell to discuss the HOTSpot. Attachments: The HOTSpot Angela Grace reported to the Council that HOTspot is a co-working space that assists the small business industry with collaborative work environments. Ms. Grace reported that HOTspot is located in the old Onlooker building, the front of the building will be dedicated to professional services while the back of the building will be dedicated to multimedia industries and needs. Ms. Grace reported that there is a $50 deposit to receive your key and the cost is $125 per month for services. There are current three attorneys, an accountant, and one entrepreneur signed up with HOTspot. Gary Campbell reported to the Council that his testimony for HOTspot shows how this co-working space can advance a business. Mr. Campbell reported that he is in real estate and has had great success since joining forces with HOTspot. There was no further discussion on this item. City of Foley, AL Page 2 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final December 3, 2018 Mayor's Comments There were no comments to report. Visitor's Comments Library Director John Jackson reported to the Council that there is a large chance of rain for Friday and Saturday during the planned Christmas events, including the Christmas Parade. Mr. Jackson reported to the Council that there are 64 groups participating in the parade and that it is a four hour event, including line up time; rescheduling options have been difficult due to conflicts. City Administrator Mike Thompson reported to the Council that the street closures for the parade are approved by the Council so this is to make them aware that if there are any changes or rescheduling there will not be enough time to notify the Council for road closures. Mr. Thompson reported that if there is a forecast of occasional showers then the Kiwanis Club plans to move forward with the parade. John Jackson reported to the Council that the Kiwanis Club will meet on Tuesday and there may be additional alternatives that can be considered. There was no further discussion this item. Adjournment Hearing no further comments, the Work Session adjourned at 5:16 p.m. City of Foley, AL Page 3