Board of Directors
Regular MeetingHot Springs, AR · February 6, 2006
Minutes
MINUTES
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
FEBRUARY 6, 2006, AT 7:00 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Board of Directors was held on Monday, February 6, 2006, at
7:00 p.m., Board Chambers, City Hall, with Mayor Mike Bush presiding.
The invocation was given by Ms. Betty Lee Hill, and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was
led by Mayor Bush.
Mayor Bush called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
1 Roll Call
Roll call was as follows: Present: Directors Peggy Maruthur, Elaine Jones, Steve Smith,
Carroll Weatherford, Bill Edwards, Tom Daniel, and Mike Bush, total 7.
2 Approval of Agenda
A motion was made by Director Daniel, duly seconded by Director Edwards, that the agenda
be approved; and upon voice vote, the motion unanimously carried.
3 Approval of Minutes of January 23, 2006 Board Meeting
A motion was made by Director Edwards, duly seconded by Director Jones, that the minutes
of the January 23, 2006 Board Meeting be approved; and upon voice vote, the motion unanimously
carried.
4 Recognition of Guests
No guests were present for recognition.
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda consisted of the following:
5 Public Safety Report (January 25, 2006).
6 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-43 Approving Certain Bid Awards (a) Vehicle - Public
Works [awarded to Little Rock Dodge in the amount of $15,040]; and (b) Vehicle -
Sanitation [awarded to Bale Chevrolet in the amount of $15,156.65].
7 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-44 Approving a Certain Street Name (Kate Street).
8 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-45 Approving Certain Street Names (Covington Left Court,
Covington Right Court, Left Hook Court, and Covington Crossing).
9 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-46 Approving the Extension of Hot Springs Municipal
Water Service to Bear Creek Subdivision Located off Highway 270 West.
10 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-47 Expressing the Intent of the Hot Springs Municipal
Utilities to Provide Water and Wastewater Services to the Copper Station Amity Tract
Development.
11 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-48 Awarding a Contract to Coakley Construction for
Relocation of a Water Line on Highway 171 and Cooper Creek.
12 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-49 Authorizing a Contract for Services with the Greater Hot
Springs Chamber of Commerce for Retirement Relocation Program.
13 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-50 Authorizing an Agreement with the Greater Hot Springs
Chamber of Commerce for Economic and Business Development.
Board of Directors Meeting 2 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
14 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-51 Authorizing a Contract for Services with the Volunteer
Center of Hot Springs and Garland County.
15 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-52 Authorizing the Filing of a Grant Application with
Arkansans for Drug Free Youth.
16 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-53 Extending an Agreement with Family Medicine Clinic
for Physical Exams for Uniformed Police and Fire Employees and Applicants of the City of
Hot Springs, Arkansas.
A motion was made by Director Daniel, duly seconded by Director Smith, that the Consent
Agenda be approved; and upon roll call, the following voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones,
Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 7; motion unanimously carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
17 Public Hearing on Petition to Vacate All of State Street and an Unnamed Alley Located
in Evergreen Subdivision
This being the time and date set for a public hearing on a petition to vacate all of State Street
and an unnamed alley located in Evergreen Subdivision, Mayor Bush declared the public hearing
open.
Director Edwards pointed out this is not the State Street located off Park Avenue.
Director Maruthur commented this is the State Street at Loden and Spring.
There being no further comments, Mayor Bush declared the public hearing closed.
18 Public Hearing on Petition to Vacate a Certain Unnamed Alley Located in Evergreen
Subdivision
This being the time and date set for a public hearing on a petition to vacate a certain
unnamed alley located in Evergreen Subdivision, Mayor Bush declared the public hearing open.
There being no comments, Mayor Bush declared the public hearing closed.
Board of Directors Meeting 3 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
NEW BUSINESS
19 Proposed Ordinance No. O-06-10
An ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE VACATING ALL OF STATE STREET AND
AN UNNAMED ALLEY LOCATED IN EVERGREEN SUBDIVISION,” was taken from the
agenda for consideration.
A motion was made by Director Smith, duly seconded by Director Edwards, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance be read for the first time by title only; and upon voice vote, the
motion unanimously carried. The ordinance was then read for the first time by title only; and upon
the question “Shall the ordinance be passed as read?” and upon motion of Director Maruthur, duly
seconded by Director Jones, that the ordinance be passed as read; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 7;
motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the ordinance was declared passed.
20 Proposed Ordinance No. O-06-11
An ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE VACATING A PORTION OF A CERTAIN
UNNAMED ALLEY LOCATED IN EVERGREEN SUBDIVISION,” was taken from the agenda
for consideration.
A motion was made by Director Smith, duly seconded by Director Edwards, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance be read for the first time by title only; and upon voice vote, the
motion unanimously carried. The ordinance was then read for the first time by title only; and upon
the question “Shall the ordinance be passed as read?” and upon motion of Director Daniel, duly
seconded by Director Maruthur, that the ordinance be passed as read; and upon roll call, the
following voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush,
total 7; motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the ordinance was declared passed.
21 Presentation of Condemnation Resolutions
Mr. Bart Jones, Housing Administrator, gave a presentation on the following condemnations.
Board of Directors Meeting 4 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
21a Proposed Resolution No. R-06-54
A resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION CONDEMNING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 4623 (1024 MINERAL),” was taken from the agenda and read
by title only.
A motion was made by Director Edwards, duly seconded by Director Maruthur, that the
resolution be adopted as read.
Upon discussion, Mr. Bart Jones explained this condemnation was removed from the Board
agenda on January 6. The City has issued permits on this property every two years since 1999, and
the basic condition of the structure has not changed. Therefore, staff is recommending that the City
proceed with condemnation.
Mr. George Bennett, 257 Peachtree Street, owner of the property, said he has ten or twelve
properties in the City that he has been working on at the same time.
Mayor Bush questioned how long he has owned this property, and Mr. Bennett said it has
been since 1999. He commented that he purchased this piece of property because he also owns the
properties surrounding it.
Mayor Bush pointed out that he purchased the property in 1999, and the City has issued five
permits to him since that time; but the structure still looks the same. Mr. Bennett explained that he
has made some repairs on the inside of the house; and in the last couple of weeks, he has spent
around $4,000 or $5,000 on it.
Mr. Bart Jones said that he was up there today, and Mr. Bennett was working. He stated
staff’s recommendation is to proceed with the condemnation, which allows him 30 days after that
before the City could take any action. He added that he can bring it back to the Board before it is
demolished if Mr. Bennett ceases doing any work.
Director Edwards asked if he is going to be working on the structure next week, and Mr.
Bennett said that he will be and the week after. He stated he has spent the last two weekends
working on it.
City Manager Kent Myers explained that the City cannot demolish any buildings without
taking bids and bringing those bids back to the Board. If the Board approves the resolution tonight,
that starts the process. The City then solicits bids, and it will be around 90 days before those bids
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are ready for Board consideration. In the meantime if Mr. Bennett has taken action on his part to
repair the structure, then staff will bring a recommendation back to the Board not to accept any bids
and continue to work with him.
Mayor Bush questioned how long it will be before it is demolished if the Board votes to
condemn this property. Mr. Jones explained that Mr. Bennett is allowed 30 days under the
ordinance, and then it has to be bid out.
Director Daniel asked what percentage of progress is he expected to do in 30 days, and Mr.
Jones replied that he would like to see it secured in 30 days to be in compliance with the Vacant
Structure Code. He added if it is secure and there is siding on it, then Mr. Bennett can take as long
as he needs to finish the inside.
Director Maruthur commented if a structure is boarded and secured, it can be kept like that
for the next ten years.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Daniel, and Bush, total 6. Voting
“no”: Director Edwards; motion carried. Whereupon the resolution was declared adopted.
21b Proposed Resolution No. R-06-55
A resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION CONDEMNING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY
PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 4623 (120 RUGG),” was taken from the agenda and read by
title only.
A motion was made by Director Jones, duly seconded by Director Maruthur, that the
resolution be adopted as read.
Upon discussion, Mr. George Bennett stated that he owns this property also and is in the
process of making repairs.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Daniel, and Bush, total 6. Voting
“no”: Director Edwards; motion carried. Whereupon the resolution was declared adopted.
Board of Directors Meeting 6 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
22 Claim from Ms. Neva Nall, 118 Deerview Circle, for Water Damages
Mr. Don Cochran, Utilities Director, advised that staff received a claim from Ms. Neva Nall,
118 Deerview Circle, for damages resulting from a water service line leaking to a meter at that
address. He stated that staff’s recommendation is to deny the claim. He explained that on December
1, 2005, the Utilities Department approved reimbursements for damages at this address and their
neighbor’s, at 116 Deerview Circle, in the amount of $1,424.47 for each address. Ms. Nall’s
original claim was for $7,124.45; but the neighbors requested $1,424.47; therefore, staff thought it
was fair to offer both customers the same damage claim. He explained that the Nalls first moved into
the house in 2004; and during that time, they discovered they had a problem with under the house
being very wet. They tried for several months to remedy the problem taking advice from different
individuals who had made recommendations for french drains. In June 2005, they called the City;
and Mr. Pat Watson, from the Public Works Department, investigated the problem and discovered
that it was the water line leaking. At that time, a Water Department crew was dispatched; and a few
days after that, the repair was made. Staff’s position is that had they known about this in 2004, they
could have corrected it much earlier; and the damage would not have been as extensive.
Ms. Neva Nall, 118 Deerview Circle, explained that Mr. Pat Watson from the City came out
and told them they would have to do something with the mold. She contacted Mr. Cochran, and he
asked her to get estimates from the mold company and submit those estimates. She said that she is
asking for the City to pay for the removal of the mold. She commented that Mr. Watson informed
her that the mold was already in the attic. She said they had already installed the french drain
because they were told it was from springs.
Director Daniel pointed out that it was approximately two years before they notified the City,
and Ms. Nall said they did not know the origin of the water. However, someone came out and said
that they had springs underneath the house; and the only way to fix them was to install a french
drain.
Mayor Bush questioned what prompted her to finally contact the City, and Ms. Nall said that
they called after they had the french drain installed; and it was worse than it was previously. She
stated the entire backyard was full of water, and the water was then coming out of the ground in the
front yard, around the meter, and found that the meter was full of water. At that time, she contacted
the City. She mentioned that Mr. Watson investigated it and discovered there were six gallons of
water running out every three minutes and reported it.
Director Daniel asked if they had a licensed plumber, and Ms. Nall stated they did; but none
of them would attempt to make any repairs because they did not do that kind of work.
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Director Daniel asked if anyone could trace it back to the meter, and Ms. Nall stated that no
one knew what was wrong.
Director Weatherford questioned how far on the City’s side of the meter was this leak, and
Mr. Cochran said it was on the service line before the meter. Therefore, it would have been out in
the street. Director Weatherford asked if his department determined that the water was following
that service line, and Mr. Cochran advised that his department received a call from Mr. Pat Watson,
engineering inspector, who did an investigation of the house. The Utilities employees made the
repair, and the water stopped after that. He stated it was the service line running to her meter but
was not running through her meter.
Director Maruthur pointed out it was determined there was a service line leakage, and the
City paid her for that repair. Mr. Cochran explained that Ms. Nall and her neighbor filed a claim
at the same time. The neighbor’s claim was for $1,424.47, and he thought a good-faith gesture
would be to pay both residents the same amount of money. However, Ms. Nall is asking for much
more than that; and anything over $5,000 has to come to the Board for approval.
Director Maruthur commented anything that came from the service line problem has been
addressed. If there is a spring under the home, the City is not responsible for that.
Mr. Cochran explained there was not a spring, but the service line leaking out in the street.
He added that the water would migrate down the trench line and then resurfaced under the home.
He said that it was the assumption of people, whom she hired to investigate, that there was a spring
under the house.
City Manager Kent Myers asked when the individuals came to check on her water, if they
ever advised her to contact the City, which could have checked it free of charge. He added that
every plumber in the City is aware of that and is curious why they did not tell her to contact the City.
Ms. Nall said there was no reason to think it was that part of it because there was no water
running through their meter.
City Manager Kent Myers explained that the City is responsible for drainage, which would
include spring water and potable water; and all of the local plumbers are aware of that.
Director Daniel asked if there was any way of telling how long the leak had been there, and
Mr. Cochran pointed out that it was before it got to the meter. Therefore, there was no way of
knowing through any records or meter readings how long the water had been running. When Ms.
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Nall moved into the house in 2004, the water was already under the home at that time; and that is
when she began to contact people to try to help her find the problem.
A motion was made by Director Edwards, duly seconded by Director Weatherford, to deny
the claim of Ms. Nall; and upon roll call, the following voted “aye”: Directors Jones, Smith,
Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 6. Voting “no”: Director Maruthur; motion carried
to deny the claim.
23 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-56
A resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2006 ANNUAL PAVING
PROGRAM,” was taken from the agenda and read by title only.
A motion was made by Director Jones, duly seconded by Director Maruthur, that the
resolution be adopted as read.
Upon discussion, Mr. Steve Mallett, Public Works Director, explained that the paving
program consists of six miles of paving on 20 streets and also includes two miles of milling on four
streets. Last year, they had a budget that they reappropriated this year (remaining funds in the
amount of $176,000). This year the City had $400,000 set aside in the budget for the paving
program. The overall budget this year is $576,956.02; and the proposal covers paving some streets
in each district and also a list of suggested alternates. Those streets will be used at staff’s discretion
with the approval of the Board in case utility work precludes them from paving the streets that are
listed.
Mayor Bush asked what the budget was in 2005, and Mr. Mallett advised that it was
approximately $575,000.
Director Jones mentioned some of the streets in District 2 were not paved and questioned if
those funds were still available. Mr. Mallett explained that is the rollover he mentioned, and those
streets are still on the paving program. He noted that not only did they bring the funds forward from
last year but the streets that were not paved from last year. Director Jones said that she had received
a call regarding John Street, and Mr. Mallett advised that it is on the paving program. Director Jones
stated the one on the list is from John to Pleasant to Palmetto, but this is from another section of
John Street. She said that she will get that information to Mr. Mallett.
Board of Directors Meeting 9 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 7;
motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the resolution was declared adopted.
24 Proposed Resolution No. R-06-57
A resolution entitled, “A RESOLUTION WAIVING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FEES
FOR GARLAND COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FOR 2006,” was taken from the agenda
and read by title only.
A motion was made by Director Daniel, duly seconded by Director Edwards, that the
resolution be adopted as read.
Upon discussion, Mr. Mike Scott, Chief Building Official, stated this is to waive the permit
fees for 2006; and they have proposed nine houses this year totaling approximately $3,000, which
will be for the electrical, plumbing, mechanical and building fees.
Mr. John Goodman, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity, expressed appreciation to
the Board in waiving these permit fees. He stated the sole mission is to help as many low-income
families move into decent, affordable housing.
Director Edwards asked if the families are responsible for the upkeep and repair, and Mr.
Goodman replied that they are. He added the houses are sold to them, and they assume a 20-year
interest-free mortgage. They are homeowners and responsible for maintaining their homes.
Director Weatherford commented there was some discussion about the storm water permit,
and Deputy City Manager Lance Hudnell replied that he will have to check that ordinance since it
is a separate ordinance to see if there is such a provision included. If it is not, then that ordinance
would have to be amended.
Director Smith said that although the request is to waive the fees, they are not waiving the
inspections; and Mr. Mike Scott replied that is correct. He added all inspections will be made, and
they are pulling permits as ususal; but the City will not collect the monies.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 7;
motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the resolution was declared adopted.
Board of Directors Meeting 10 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
25 Proposed Ordinance No. O-06-12
An ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2003 EDITION OF THE
MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES,” was taken from the agenda for
consideration.
A motion was made by Director Edwards, duly seconded by Director Maruthur, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance be read for the first time by title only; and upon voice vote, the
motion unanimously carried. The ordinance was then read for the first time by title only; and upon
the question “Shall the ordinance be passed as read?” and upon motion of Director Weatherford,
duly seconded by Director Edwards, that the ordinance be passed as read.
Upon discussion, Mr. Steve Mallett, Public Works Director, advised this is the latest edition
of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). It governs all traffic standards with
regard to signals, signs, etc.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 7;
motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the ordinance was declared passed.
26 Proposed Ordinance No. O-06-13
An ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT FOR
SERVICES WITH GARLAND COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION;
WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING; AND OTHER MATTERS RELATED THERETO,” was
taken from the agenda for consideration.
A motion was made by Director Smith, duly seconded by Director Daniel, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance be read for the first time by title only; and upon voice vote, the motion
unanimously carried. The ordinance was then read for the first time by title only; and upon the
question “Shall the ordinance be passed as read?” and upon motion of Director Daniel, duly
seconded by Director Edwards, that the ordinance be passed as read; and upon roll call, the
following voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush,
total 7; motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the ordinance was declared passed.
Board of Directors Meeting 11 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
27 Proposed Ordinance No. O-06-14
An ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT FOR
SERVICES WITH THE HOT SPRINGS BOYS’ AND GIRLS’ CLUB; WAIVING COMPETITIVE
BIDDING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES,” was taken from the agenda for consideration.
A motion was made by Director Daniel, duly seconded by Director Edwards, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance be read for the first time by title only; and upon voice vote, the
motion unanimously carried. The ordinance was then read for the first time by title only; and upon
the question “Shall the ordinance be passed as read?” and upon motion of Director Daniel, duly
seconded by Director Weatherford, that the ordinance be passed as read.
Upon discussion, Director Maruthur stated that for many years, the City did not allow this
because it is a private organization; and she supports this organization. However, she cannot support
this ordinance because she believes the City should have a summer baseball program; and Parks and
Recreation was in favor of that.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 6. Voting “no”:
Director Maruthur; motion carried. Whereupon the ordinance was declared passed.
28 Proposed Ordinance No. O-06-15
An ordinance entitled, “AN ORDINANCE WAIVING THE REQUIREMENT OF
COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR THE PURCHASE OF UPGRADED RADIX HANDHELD
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES,” was taken from the agenda for
consideration.
A motion was made by Director Weatherford, duly seconded by Director Daniel, that the
rules be suspended and the ordinance be read for the first time by title only; and upon voice vote,
the motion unanimously carried. The ordinance was then read for the first time by title only; and
upon the question “Shall the ordinance be passed as read?” and upon motion of Director Edwards,
duly seconded by Director Maruthur, that the ordinance be passed as read.
In reply to Director Edwards, Mr. Don Cochran, Utilities Director, advised that these will
be ordered tomorrow and should have them in within 30 days. He added their existing equipment
is 13 to 18 years old; and they cannot get repair parts for these computers. He stated that a meter
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reader will read between 300 and 400 meters a day; and on the radio system, that system can read
300 or 400 meters in two or three hours.
Director Smith asked if they have been using these same handheld computers before, and Mr.
Cochran advised that they have. He added it is the same company; therefore, it is compatible with
the existing equipment. He mentioned these are the handheld computers that they bring in the
afternoon and load them in a cradle which downloads the information to the billing system. Director
Smith asked why the City is paying $2,425 for on-site installation and training if they are basically
the same. Mr. Cochran explained this is an upgraded unit, and there will have to be some training
on them. He said that part of the $2,425 is to have the factory representative come to Hot Springs;
and there will be a charge for travel, accommodations, and meals.
Deputy City Manager Lance Hudnell added that part of that is installation, and there will
have to be some programming on-site.
Mayor Bush then called for a vote on the motion to adopt; and upon roll call, the following
voted “aye”: Directors Maruthur, Jones, Smith, Weatherford, Edwards, Daniel, and Bush, total 7;
motion unanimously carried. Whereupon the ordinance was declared passed.
OTHER BUSINESS
29 Board of Directors Items
Director Edwards expressed appreciation to the Police Department for their traffic control
at the race track.
On behalf of the P.H.O.E.B.E. Board, Director Jones thanked the Convention Center for its
work during the Black History program this past weekend, which had about 300 in attendance.
Director Daniel expressed appreciation to the staff that was involved, along with Arkla
Centerpoint Energy, for their efficiency in correcting some serious problems in the CBID No. 2 with
the meter boxes where automobiles had pulled over them. He said he did not realize that the lids
and boxes were fiberglass. He stated they were down below the sidewalk level; and people would
park, get out of their cars, and trip. He reported the old boxes were jack hammered out, new boxes
installed, and new concrete poured.
Director Maruthur reported there was a work session regarding the rezoning by the
fairgrounds on Higdon Ferry, which was very productive.
Board of Directors Meeting 13 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
City Manager Kent Myers advised that the contract between the Fair Board and the shopping
center developer is 60 days. Staff’s intent is to try to bring it back to the Board two weeks from
tonight. He reported that he talked to the traffic consultant, and they were meeting with St. Joseph’s
Mercy Center today. If that meeting is successful, then he did not see any reason why it cannot be
considered by the Board in two weeks.
Director Maruthur commented that is was very productive, and there have been some articles
and comments made that shaded it. She added that both parties involved want to work this out so
this does not become another Central Avenue.
Mayor Bush expressed appreciation to Director Maruthur for her comments at that meeting
pointing out that her opening comments set the tone for the meeting.
30 City Manager’s Report
City Manager Kent Myers gave the following report:
1. Three individuals have been selected for interviews for the Planning and Development
Director, which will start Wednesday. The Board Members and Planning Commission members are
invited to join them for lunch on Wednesday at the Austin Hotel. Next week, there will be interviews
on Monday and Wednesday. In addition to the interviews, there will also be a mock Planning
Commission meeting at 3:00 p.m. in the Board Chambers with those applicants who will make a
presentation on a zoning issue, and this will be open to the public.
2. Immediately following tonight’s meeting, there will be the State of the City Report, which
is prerecorded. He expressed appreciation to Ms. Terry Payne, Public Information Officer, and Mr.
Jeff Fields, Public Information Assistant, for their assistance. Also, he commended the employees
who are featured on the State of the City Report, which will be shown throughout the week.
Mayor Bush commended City Manager Kent Myers on his State of the City Report in
recapping 2005 and the goals of the City for 2006.
Board of Directors Meeting 14 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
31 ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 7:50
p.m., to meet again on Monday, February 20, 2006, at 7:00 p.m.
ATTEST: _____________________ APPROVED:__________________
Lance Hudnell, City Clerk Mike Bush, Mayor
Board of Directors Meeting 15 February 6, 2006 at 7:00 P.M.
Agenda
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MEETING NO. 3
CITY OF HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2006, 7:00 P.M.
BOARD CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
133 CONVENTION BOULEVARD
In order to ensure fairness to all who wish to be heard, while maintaining orderly and timely meetings, the Board
of Directors has established a uniform policy for receiving public input. Anyone wishing to comment on a specific
agenda item should place one's name on the sign-up sheet, available at the entrance to the Board Chambers.
Comments will be limited to three minutes for each person. Discussion by the Board Members or questions to the
person will not be included in this time limit. The Board of Directors request and appreciate your cooperation with
these procedures.
INVOCATION - Ms. Betty Lee Hill
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER
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Business Subject Reference
BOARD BUSINESS SECTION
1 Roll Call of Board of Directors. N/A
2 Consider Approval of the Agenda. N/A
3 Consider Approval of Minutes for January 23, 2006. 1-2
4 Recognition of Guests. N/A
Order of Page
Business Subject Reference
Items placed in this section are a matter of routine business which are expected to involve little or no discussion by the
Board or the public. The Consent Agenda is usually voted on in mass. However, if any two Directors so desire,
individual items may be discussed and/or voted on as a separate matter of business.
CONSENT AGENDA SECTION
5 Public Safety Committee Report (January 25, 2006).
6 Resolution No. R-06-43 Approving Certain Bid Awards.
(a) Vehicle-Public Works;
(b) Vehicle - Sanitation.
7 Resolution No. R-06-44 Approving a Certain Street Name
(Kate Street).
8 Resolution No. R-06-45 Approving Certain Street Names
(Covington Left Court, Covington Right Court, Left Hook
Court, and Covington Crossing).
9 Resolution No. R-06-46 Approving the Extension of Hot
Springs Municipal Water Service to Bear Creek Subdivision
Located off Highway 270 West.
10 Resolution No. R-06-47 Expressing the Intent of the Hot
Springs Municipal Utilities to Provide Water and Wastewater
Services to Copper Station Amity Tract Development.
11 Resolution No. R-06-48 Awarding a Contract to Coakley
Construction for Relocation of a Water Line on Highway 171
and Cooper Creek.
12 Resolution No. R-06-49 Authorizing a Contract for Services
with the Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce for Retirement
Relocation Program ($12,500).
13 Resolution No. R-06-50 Authorizing a Contract for Services
with the Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce for Economic
and Business Development ($2,500).
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Business Subject Reference
(CONSENT AGENDA CONTINUED)
14 Resolution No. R-06-51 Authorizing an Agreement with the Hot
Springs/Garland County Volunteer Center.
15 Resolution No. R-06-52 Authorizing the Filing of a Grant Application
with Arkansans for Drug Free Youth.
16 Resolution No. R-06-53 Extending an Agreement with Family
Medicine Clinic for Physical Exams for Uniformed Police and
Fire Employees and Applicants of the City.
PUBLIC HEARING
17 Consider Public Hearing on Petition to Vacate All of State Street
and an Unnamed Alley Located in Evergreen Subdivision.
18 Consider Public Hearing on Petition to Vacate a Certain Unnamed
Alley Located in Evergreen Subdivision.
NEW BUSINESS
19 Consider Ordinance No. O-06-10 Vacating All of State Street
and an Unnamed Alley Located in Evergreen Subdivision.
20 Consider Ordinance No. O-06-11 Vacating a Portion of a Certain
Unnamed Alley Located in Evergreen Subdivision.
21 Consider Presentation of Condemnation Resolutions.
a. Resolution No. R-06-54 Condemning Certain Property at 1024 Mineral.
b. Resolution No. R-06-55 Condemning Certain Property at 120 Rugg.
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Business Subject Reference
22 Consider Claim of Neva Nall, 118 Deerview Circle, for Water
Damages.
23 Consider Resolution No. R-06-56 Approving the 2006 Annual
Paving Program.
24 Consider Resolution No. R-06-57 Waiving Construction Permit
Fees for Habitat for Humanity for 2006.
25 Consider Ordinance No. O-06-12 Adopting the 2003 Edition
of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
26 Consider Ordinance No. O-06-13 Authorizing a Contract for
Services with Garland County Economic Development
Corporation and Waiving Competitive Bidding.
27 Consider Ordinance No. O-06-14 Authorizing a Contract for
Services with the Hot Springs Boys and Girls Club.
28 Consider Ordinance No. O-06-15 Waiving the Requirement of
Competitive Bidding for the Purchase of Upgraded Radix
Handheld Computer Equipment.
OTHER BUSINESS
29 Consider Board of Directors' Items for Discussion and
Announcements (no vote). N/A
30 Consider City Manager’s Report. N/A
a. Other Items.
b. State of the City Report.
31 ADJOURNMENT
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