City Council

. City of Margaret June 7, 2022 6:07 P.M. In attendance: Councilman James Chapman, Councilman Matthew Tortorice, Councilman Darius Crump, Councilman Jonathan Ray, and Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre Absent: Mayor Jeffrey Wilson Prayer: Councilman Matthew Tortorice Pledge of Alliances Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre called Meeting to order Discussion Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre asked for the approval of Council Meeting Minutes from 4-19-2022. Councilman Matthew Tortorice made the Motion to approve the minutes from the 4-19-2022 meeting with the correction by Councilman Jonathan Ray of adding that Chief George Wiggin informed the Council that he only answers to the Mayor. Councilman James Chapman seconded the Motion. Motion carried; Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre was not present at the 4-19-2002 meeting. David Parrish informed the Council that the Rules and Regulations addressing Margaret Sewer are already in place. Councilman Matthew Tortorice made to motion to add Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre to all City of Margaret and Margaret Water Works accounts. Councilman James Chapman seconded the Motion. Motion passed unanimously. Councilman Matthew Tortorice made the Motion to add 2 positions to Public Works and 2 positions to Margaret sewer. Motion was withdrawn Councilman Matthew Tortorice made the Motion to authorize the pay rate for Margaret Public Works to increase from $13- $16 hour. Council authorized David Parrish to hire 2 Public Works employees and 2 Margaret Sewer employees. And David Parrish is also authorized to issue the pay increase at his discretion. Councilman James Chapman seconded the Motion. Motion passed unanimously. Councilman Matthew Tortorice made a Motion to increase David Parrish’s yearly pay by $15,000.00. The pay will become effective for the next current pay period. Councilman Jonathan Ray objects to this pay increase because David Parrish is not certified to run the sewer. Councilman Darius Crump seconded the Motion. Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre called for a roll call vote: Councilman James Chapman – Yes Councilman Matthew Tortorice – Yes Councilman Darius Crump – Yes Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl Mcintyre - Yes Councilman Jonathan Ray – No Councilman Matthew Tortorice would like the Council to revise the employee’s handbook. Councilman Jonathan Ray would not like to spend $4000.00 that Mayor Jeffrey Wilson requested for fireworks. Councilman Jonathan Ray made a Motion to increase rates in the Police Department and an additional full-time employee with benefits. The rates are: Lieutenants $20.00/hr. Full-time Officers $18.00/hr. Part-time Officers a minimum of $15.00/hr. Councilman Darius Crump seconded the Motion. Motion carried with Councilman James Chapman abstaining. Councilman Jonathan Ray will follow-up with the Keith Hager, the City Engineer concerning repairing the road in Ridgefield. Harvey McWhorter discussed the Plat modification on Andrew Lane on the right. The Front setback decrease from 20” to 10”. The lots will be 27 ½ to 37 ½ from back of curb. Councilman Matthew Tortorice made the Motion to accept the modification on the Andrew Lane Plat. Councilman James Chapman seconded the Motion. Motion passed unanimously. The update on Brookhaven Dr. is that it has been dug out. The Council would like for Mr. Barker to notify Prominence that they will be responsible for the $11,000 plus left over to repair Brookhaven Dr. The Council stated that the paid Impact Fee is to be kept separate from the$11,000.00 plus road repair cost.  Councilman Jonathan Ray will meet Mr. Barker at 400 Brookside to look at the drainage problem. Isaac Howard informed the Council of the need of another water tower, before the City gets into a critical crisis dealing with the water. Councilman James Chapman made a Motion to table the Steven’s Cove Plat modification. Councilman Jonathan Ray seconded the Motion. Motion passed unanimously. Councilman Matthew Tortorice informed the Council that Mr. Barker needs to have an additional employee in the Inspections Department. Councilman James Chapman asked the Council to give David Parrish permission to fix a pipe on Sunny St because it has buckled the road. The limit for the repair is set at $2500.00. Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre seconded the Motion. Motion passed unanimously. Councilman Jonathan Ray discuss employee rates at another time. Mayor Pro-Tem Daryl McIntyre asked for comments: Mr. Altobella asked for an update on Lakeside Dr. Janice McIntyre informed the Council that the MCO will have a Family Movie Night on June 24 at Dusk. Janice also requested Police and Fire present at this event and food truck events. Chief Parrish and Lt. Thompson agreed to allow Police and Fire to help. Councilman James Chapman made the Motion to adjourn. Councilman Darius Crump seconded the Motion. Motion passed unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 7:53 PM. ___________________________ Daryl McIntyre, Mayor Pro-Tem Attest: ___________________________ Teja McIntyre, City Clerk