City Council

November 2, 2017 The City Council of the City of Murfreesboro, Rutherford County, Tennessee, met in regular session at its regular meeting place in the Council Chambers at City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 2, 2017, with Mayor Shane McFarland present and presiding and with the following Council Members present and in attendance, to wit: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade The following representatives of the City were also present: Robert J. Lyons, City Manager James Crumley, Assistant City Manager Jennifer Moody, Assistant City Manager Melissa Wright, City Recorder/Finance Director Craig Tindall, City Attorney David Ives, Assistant City Attorney Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director Donald Anthony, Principal Planner Robert Holtz, Building & Codes Director Amelia Kerr, Sign Administrator Council Member Rick LaLance commenced the meeting with a prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor McFarland extended thanks and appreciation to the dedicated men and women in law enforcement on a State, County and Local level as well as others who participated in making sure this community was protected from any outcome of the October 28, 2017 event on the square. Mayor McFarland addressed the Special Census in progress and encouraged all citizens in the City to fill out census forms either on-line or by mail. Mayor McFarland presented a Proclamation recognizing LaShan Matthews Dixon, MTSU graduate, for her many crowns including Miss Black & Gold, Miss Middle Tennessee Blue Raider, Ms. Black Tennessee USA, Miss Tennessee Pearl, Miss Spirit of the South and current title “National Ms. Unite”. She was 1st runner up for Mrs. Tennessee United States 2017; active participant in serving minorities and those with disparities; and her platform supported “Beauty Behind Bars”. She has served as liaison for Rutherford County Health Department for S.M.A.R.T. Moms, and this program was implemented by MTSU Center for Health & Human Services as well as identified in 2013 as a “Rising Star” Program by Tennessee Department of Health. Ms. Dixon is very active in numerous community service organizations, and she is a member of First Baptist Church where she is active in the Dance Ministry. Mayor McFarland presented a Proclamation honoring Mr. Chris Lilly who was named the City’s first Information Technology Director in 2012. He has successfully integrated  November 2, 2017 Page 2 technology and geographic information systems employees into a single, unified team from multiple departments; led the adoption of the City’s first Information Technology Master Plan which resulted in increased efficiency in the departments of Finance, Human Resources, Communications and Public Safety. He also coordinated many community service events. Alpha Phi Alpha hosted its 97th District Conference at the Embassy Suites in Murfreesboro for which Mr. Lilly was part of the committee in that effort and coordinated an event where several members of Alpha Phi Alpha went to the Wee Care Daycare Center to read to the students. He created a skit called “A Tribute to the Letter at the Birmingham Jail” to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s death. During the public program, it was proclaimed that October 27, 2017, would be known as Chris Lilly Day by the Mayor and Vice-Mayor. Chris was named the Chapter Brother of the Year, and the Murfreesboro Chapter was also awarded District Chapter of the Year. Mr. Greg Tucker, Rutherford County Historian, gave a presentation on historical facts regarding the founding of Murfreesboro on June 12, 1812 and events leading up to the 200th Anniversary of the Chartering of the City of Murfreesboro which was celebrated in 2011 but for which, according to his historical research, it is officially October 15, 2017. The Consent Agenda was presented to the Council for approval: 1) Letter of recommendations from the Fire & Rescue Chief: Request for Method of Approving RFCSP for Exhaust Removal Systems and Communications Headsets. 2) Letter of recommendations from the Community Development Director: Housing Rehabilitation - 1603 Minerva Drive. 3) Letter of recommendations from the Assistant City Manager: Employee Giving Campaign - Incentive Program. 4) Letter of recommendations from the Water Resources Board: A. Contingency Allowance Allocations for Sinking Creek WWTP Phase 4D. B. O & M Mini Excavator Purchase. C. O & M Vac-Tron Vacuum Excavation System Purchase. D. AMI Department Vehicle Purchase. E. Jordan Farm New Hay Contract. F. Coleman Farm New Hay Contract. G. DeJarnette Lane P.S. No. 13 Replacement: Final Change Order. H. Department Participation for Water Main Extension at Pentecostal Church on Lascassas Highway. I. Proposal for Professional Services from Jackson Thornton for FY2017 Cost of Service (COS) & Rate Study. J. BeeKeeper Service Program. K. Utility Relocation Contract with TDOT for Phase I Improvements to Salem Highway (HWY 99) between Cason Lane and I-24. L. Department Participation in Sewer Main Extension for Learning Center at Veterans. M. Department Participation in Sewer Main Extension for Rockvale High School. N. Increased Costs for Gang Meter Vault for East Main Village. O. Asphalt Purchases Report. 5) Letter of recommendations from the Planning Commission: Mandatory Referral at 1141 Blake Court. 6) Letter of recommendations from the Street Operations Manager: A. Purchase of 2DH-3 Concrete Mixer.  November 2, 2017 Page 3 B. Purchase of a Caterpillar 299D2 XHP Compact Track Loader & Grapple Bucket. 7) Letter of recommendations from the Chief Court Clerk: First Amendment to Contract with Professional Recovery Management, Inc., d/b/a Fox Collection Center for Collection Agency Services for City Department’s Delinquent Fees, Fines & Costs - Extension of Contract. 8) Letter of recommendations from the City Recorder/Finance Director: Engagement Letter for Occupancy Tax Compliance Examinations. 9) Letter of recommendations from the Transportation Director: IMPROVE Act Competitive Capital Grant Request through TDOT for Transit Facility Construction. 10) Request from the YMCA Murfreesboro Community Programs to hang a banner across East Main Street from October 16-26, 2018 to announce the 8th Annual ABC Fashion Show “Heroes in Heels”. (Insert letters from the Fire & Rescue Chief, Community Development Director, Assistant City Manager, Water Resources Board, Planning Commission, Street Operations Manager, Chief Court Clerk, City Recorder/Finance Director, and Transportation Director here.) Mayor McFarland noted that a revised letter had been submitted to replace the one in Item 9 for the Transportation Director. Mr. Shacklett made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, including the amended letter in Item 9. Mr. LaLance seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. Mr. Shacklett made a motion to approve the minutes as written and presented for the special meetings held on October 12, 2017 (Design Guidelines); October 18, 2017 (Compensation Philosophy/Pay Plan); and October 20, 2017 (Capital Improvement Plan). Mr. Wade seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. The following letter from the City Recorder/Finance Director was presented to the Council: (Insert letter dated November 2, 2017 here with regards to amending Exhibit “A” of ORDINANCE 17-O-52 amending the 2017-2018 Budget (1st Amendment.) Vice-Mayor Scales Harris made a motion to amend Exhibit “A” of ORDINANCE 17-O- 52. Mr. Wade seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. An ordinance, entitled “ORDINANCE 17-O-52 amending the 2017-2018 Budget (1st Amendment)”, which passed first reading on October 12, 2017, was read to the Council and offered for passage on second and final reading upon motion made by Mr. LaLance, seconded by Vice-Mayor Scales Harris. Upon roll call said ordinance was passed on second and final reading by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None  November 2, 2017 Page 4 Said ordinance so passed on second and final reading is as follows: (Insert ORDINANCE 17-O-52 here.) Mayor McFarland announced that the next item on the agenda is to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to RESOLUTION 17-R-PH-47 adopted by the City Council on September 28, 2017, to consider zoning approximately 31.3 acres along Medical Center Parkway as a Planned Signage Overlay (PSO) District; Hearthstone Properties, applicant [2017-414]. Notice of said public hearing was published in the October 16, 2017 issue of a local newspaper as follows: (Insert notice here.) Ms. Amelia Kerr, Sign Administrator, presented the recommendations of the Planning Commission to approve Planned Signage Overlay (PSO) District for 31.3 acres along Medical Center Parkway. The Fountains at Gateway have purchased 12 acres with an option to purchase the other 20 acres. Fountains is developing a mixed-use project consisting of office space, retail and restaurant space, an outdoor entertainment area including a lawn/ice rink (depending on the season), performance stage, portable theater screen and potentially a hotel. The applicant has requested this zoning change because there are several aspects and expected uses of this development that do not fit well within the City’s existing Sign Ordinance. Mr. Tyler Thayer, Director of Development with Hearthstone Properties, highlighted the requested changes. There were no questions from the Council. Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed Planned Signage Overlay (PSO) District for approximately 31.3 acres along Medical Center Parkway come forward to the podium. There was no one present who wished to speak for or against the proposed zoning and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. An ordinance, entitled “ORDINANCE 17-OZ-47 amending the Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as heretofore amended and as now in force and effect to zone approximately 31.3 acres along Medical Center Parkway as a Planned Signage Overlay (PSO) District; Hearthstone Properties, applicant [2017-414],” was read to the Council and offered for passage on first reading upon motion made by Mr. Smotherman, seconded by Mr. LaLance. Upon roll call said ordinance was passed on first reading by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland  November 2, 2017 Page 5 Nay: None Mayor McFarland announced that the next item on the agenda is to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to RESOLUTION 17-R-PH-48 adopted by the City Council on September 28, 2017, to consider rezoning approximately 4.8 acres along Burnt Knob Road and Veterans Parkway from Single-Family Residential Fifteen (RS-15) District to Commercial Highway (CH) District; Prashant Patel, applicant [2017-426]. Notice of said public hearing was published in the October 16, 2017 issue of a local newspaper as follows: (Insert notice here.) Mr. Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director, presented the unanimous recommendation from Planning Commission to rezone an area located on the southeast corner of Burnt Knob Road and Veterans Parkway to Highway Commercial (CH) District. This is more property that is close to the West Park property. Earlier this year, Council considered property for rezoning just to the south of subject property with the Horde and McCullough tracts rezoned to Highway Commercial (Dimensional Highway) District. When West Park was annexed and zoned Park (P) District, staff identified subject property as a good candidate for annexation. It is felt that the impact of West Park is going to generate a lot of interest for commercial development at this interchange. The future land use map contained in the Murfreesboro 2035 Comprehensive Plan depicts a future land use classification of “Business Park” for this property. The primary land use in this category is office. As discussed in several instances prior, that Land Use Plan was drafted before West Park was envisioned for that location, and staff feels that the vision for that area has changed. It appears through previous votes on zoning in that area that the direction Council is looking for is not necessarily reflected in the Business Park classification. It was noted that the applicant has included a draft of the restrictive covenants that will be recorded prior to second reading if it passes on first reading tonight. These covenants basically mirror those recorded for the Hord property to the south although there are several uses that Mr. Patel and the co-owners have elected to take off that list which include liquor store and beer and tobacco store. Mr. Patel was present. Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed rezoning for approximately 4.8 acres to Highway Commercial (CH) District come forward to the podium. Mr. Bruce Sloan, 5359 Candy Cane Court, was interested in what type of businesses would be allowed since it is 250’ from his property. It was pointed out that there are two residences where Veterans Parkway dead ends at Burnt Knob Road.  November 2, 2017 Page 6 There were no others present who wished to speak for or against the proposed rezoning and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Shacklett felt the Council had the same concerns for this property as they did for the property to the south and, even though it is not adjacent to the park, it is close enough to the park where there would be concerns about the usages allowed there. Mr. LaLance made a motion to deny passage of ORDINANCE 17-OZ-48 on first reading. Mr. Shacklett seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. Mayor McFarland announced that the next item on the agenda is to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to RESOLUTION 17-R-PH-49 adopted by the City Council on September 28, 2017, to consider rezoning approximately 8.33 acres along Esquire Drive and Mary Beth Court from Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District and to rezone approximately 9.24 acres from Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District to Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District; Camp Properties, LLC, applicant [2017-429]. Notice of said public hearing was published in the October 16, 2017 issue of a local newspaper as follows: (Insert notice here.) Mr. Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director, presented the unanimous recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve rezoning of subject property. When the property was annexed earlier this year, zoning classifications of Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District, north of Bear Branch, and Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District, south of Bear Branch, were requested. Since that time, there have been significant wetlands discovered on the portion of property north of Bear Branch which has reduced the number of lots to be developed. The Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District would allow the applicant to recoup some of the lots lost due to the wetland issues. The Murfreesboro 2035 Comprehensive Plan recommends “Suburban Residential” which is 2-3.45 dwelling units per acre and recommends Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District, Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District and Single-Family Residential Fifteen (RS-15) District as appropriate zoning classifications. The plan does state that it is acceptable to have smaller lots if those lots are clustered around common open space. There was discussion at Planning Commission to request that the developers dedicate the wetlands to the City for a possible public park; however, at this point, it is unknown if it will be some type of City park facility or common area that would belong to the subdivision Homeowners Association. The density that could be achieved with the RS-6 zoning classification, with the existence of the wetlands, is lower than what the Murfreesboro 2035  November 2, 2017 Page 7 Comprehensive Plan recommends so the request is in keeping with that plan. Mr. Matt Taylor, SEC, Inc. addressed their findings with the wetlands and alternative layouts for the project. There have been several conversations with City Engineering and Parks & Recreation Departments regarding donating the wetlands and both parties want the property; however, it is just a matter of where to draw the line as to whether the applicant wants a private stormwater area. He also mentioned that there have been conversations with the Valley Brook developer, northwest of this property, about the possibility of either an easement or land donation to develop a greenway system or pedestrian system all the way from Osborne Lane to Compton Road. A neighborhood meeting was held in August after which several revisions were made to the concept plan by moving the proposed lots away from existing homes and creating green space between them. A resident along Esquire Court has been maintaining a fence and property owned by the applicant as if it were hers, and the applicant agreed to donate 5’ of property to her so she could continue using it even after development. There was also an odd ball lot stuck across the street from her house, and the applicant agreed to eliminate that so she would still have the green space in front of her property. Mr. Taylor addressed questions from Council regarding the original number of lots and the revised number due to wetland issues. He noted that, with the RS-10 layout, there were 28 lots and, with the RS-6 layout, they will achieve 32 lots. He assured that what drove the request was not achieving more lots but rather the issue of the wetlands. With RS-6 zoning, the quality of materials is guaranteed by the requirement of at least 75% masonry around all sides of the building; homes will be 1600, 2600 and 2200 square feet. To the north, size of homes is comparable and mostly brick. This development will be more of a craftsman style. There were no other questions from the Council. Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed rezoning of approximately 8.33 acres located along Esquire Drive and Mary Beth Court to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District and Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District come forward to the podium. There was no one present who wished to speak for or against the proposed rezoning and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. An ordinance, entitled “ORDINANCE 17-OZ-49 amending the Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as heretofore amended and as now in force and effect, to rezone approximately 8.33 acres along Esquire Drive and Mary Beth Court from Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District and to rezone approximately 9.24 acres from Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District to Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District; Camp Properties, LLC,  November 2, 2017 Page 8 applicant [2017-429],” was read to the Council and offered for passage on first reading upon motion made by Mr. Smotherman, seconded by Mr. Wade. Upon roll call said ordinance was passed on first reading by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None Mayor McFarland announced that the next item on the agenda is to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to RESOLUTION 17-R-PH-50 to consider (1) adoption of a Plan of Services for and annexation of approximately 26.5 acres and (2) zoning of approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road to Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District which have been proposed to be annexed to the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; Randy Friedsam, applicant [2017-511 & 2017-430]. Notice of said public hearing was published in the October 16, 2017 issue of a local newspaper as follows: (Insert notice here.) Mr. Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director, presented the Planning Commission’s unanimous recommendation for annexation of approximately 26.5 acres located along the north side of Veals Road and just to the south of the Crestview Subdivision which is located within the City Limits. Subject property is contiguous with the City Limits and within the Urban Growth Boundary. The right-of-way in front of subject property is included with the request. Currently the nearest water line to serve subject property from Murfreesboro Water Resources Department is at Bradyville Pike, approximately 1300 feet from the requested area, which may make it cost prohibitive to serve any proposed development on this lot. Mr. Friedsam is having to acquire a waterline easement from the waterline on Linquoya Drive through the Hall property next door and over to his property. Mr. Friedsam feels confident he will be able to obtain that easement. Sewer is not available to serve the requested area, and Mr. Friedsam is requesting to have the ability to do a step system which requires a minimum of 60-65 lots to makes it more feasible to operate; however, the Water Resources Board adjusted that requirement down to 63 lots. The other thing that would have to be done in addition to the waterline easement before second reading is a pre-annexation agreement signed by the developer, Mr. Friedsam, that there would be funding in place for the City to maintain the step system if for some reason he does not move forward with the development of the entire subdivision. In other words, the Water Resources Board has determined that the minimum number of lots  November 2, 2017 Page 9 on this property that could support a step system is 63 lots, and the City wants assurance from Mr. Friedsam that, in the event we don’t get the 63 lots, we will have a system that the Water Resources Department can operate from a financial standpoint. Staff does not recommend deferring this request as there is the safety net of second reading. There were no questions from the Council. Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed Plan of Services for and annexation of approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road come forward to the podium. There was no one present who wished to speak for or against the proposed Plan of Services and annexation and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. The following RESOLUTION 17-R-PS-50 was read to the Council and offered for adoption upon motion made by Mr. LaLance, seconded by Mr. Smotherman. Upon roll call said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None (Insert RESOLUTION 17-R-PS-50 here to adopt a Plan of Services for approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road [2017-511]; Randy Friedsam, applicant.) Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed annexation of approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road come forward to the podium. There was no one present who wished to speak for or against the proposed annexation and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. The following RESOLUTION 17-R-A-50 was read to the Council and offered for adoption upon motion made by Mr. Wade, seconded by Mr. Smotherman. Upon roll call said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None (Insert RESOLUTION 17-R-A-50 here to annex approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road, and to incorporate the same within the corporate boundaries of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee [2017-511]; Randy Friedsam, applicant.)  November 2, 2017 Page 10 Mayor McFarland announced that the next item on the agenda is to consider zoning approximately 26.5 acres located along Veals Road as Single-Family Residential Ten (RS- 10) District. Mr. Matthew Blomeley, Assistant Planning Director, presented the Planning Commission’s unanimous recommendation to approve Single-Family Residential Ten (RS- 10) District for subject property just considered for annexation on the north side of Veals Road. The request is for a zoning classification of Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District, simultaneous with annexation. This property will significantly be impacted by the step fields for the step system. The lots proposed for this property are 63. The Single- Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District is consistent with the City’s zoning to the north which is Crestview Subdivision. The Murfreesboro 2035 Comprehensive Plan recommends that the property be developed as “Suburban Residential” which is a density of 2-3.5 dwelling units per acre and specifically lists Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District, Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District and Single-Family Residential Fifteen (RS- 15) District as appropriate zoning classifications. Mr. Friedsam, applicant, and Mr. Clyde Rountree, Huddleston-Steele Engineering, Inc., were present. Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed zoning of approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road as Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District, simultaneous with annexation, come forward to the podium. There was no one present who wished to speak for or against the proposed zoning and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. An ordinance, entitled “ORDINANCE 17-OZ-50 amending the Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as heretofore amended and as now in force and effect to zone approximately 26.5 acres along Veals Road as Single-Family Residential Ten (RS-10) District, simultaneous with annexation; Randy Friedsam, applicant [2017-430],” was read to the Council and offered for passage on first reading upon motion made by LaLance, seconded by Mr. Wade. Upon roll call said ordinance was passed on first reading by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None  November 2, 2017 Page 11 Mayor McFarland announced that the next item on the agenda is to conduct a public hearing, pursuant to RESOLUTION 17-R-PH-51 adopted by the City Council on September 28, 2017, to consider rezoning approximately 14.9 acres along Burrows Avenue from Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District; Lennar Homes, applicant [2017-427]. Notice of said public hearing was published in the October 16, 2017 issue of a local newspaper as follows: (Insert notice here.) Mr. Donald Anthony, Principal Planner, presented the unanimous recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve rezoning subject property to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District. Subject property is a portion of the undeveloped Blackman Meadows Subdivision previously designated as Sections 5, 6 & 7. It is located between the existing northern terminus of Burrows Avenue and I-840. The existing residential lots in Blackman Meadows, which are located south and east of subject property, range in size from 12,000 to just over 16,000 square feet. The Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) zoning, if approved, would allow for single-family detached residential lots of 6,000 square feet which is half the size of the typical existing Blackman Meadows lot. Less density could reach 7.25 dwelling units per acre for a total of 108 dwelling units. Murfreesboro 2035 Comprehensive Plan shows that this area is appropriate for suburban residential which would allow a density up to 3.54 units per acre. The recommendation in the Murfreesboro 2035 Comprehensive Plan appears to be, in this case, reflective of the existing or currently approved development. The Council can determine whether the request for increased density is appropriate. Adjacent zoning and land uses include vacant Commercial Fringe (CF) zoned property on the west; a 7-acre single-family lot with Single-Family Residential Fifteen (RS- 15) zoning on the north; the unbuilt Maddington Park on the northeast; and existing sections of the Blackman Meadows Subdivision zoned Single-Family Residential Twelve (RS- 12) District on the east and south. He noted that, prior to the meeting, a letter was distributed from the Oakton neighborhood Board of Directors offering their support for this project. Matt Taylor, SEC, Inc., gave a presentation on the details of the project and answered questions from the Council. Mr. Rountree clarified that, since this map was made, the property to the north had been rezoned from Single-Family Residential Fifteen (RS-15) District to Commercial Fringe (CF) District. Mayor McFarland then declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the proposed rezoning of approximately 14.9 acres along Burrows Avenue to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District come forward to the podium. There was no one present who wished to speak for or against the proposed  November 2, 2017 Page 12 rezoning and, after ample time had been given, Mayor McFarland declared the public hearing closed. An ordinance, entitled “ORDINANCE 17-OZ-51 amending the Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map of the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, as heretofore amended and as now in force and effect, to rezone approximately 14.9 acres along Burrows Avenue from Single- Family Residential Twelve (RS-12) District to Single-Family Residential Six (RS-6) District; Lennar Homes, applicant [2016-427],” was read to the Council and offered for passage on first reading upon motion made by Mr. Smotherman, seconded by Mr. LaLance. Upon roll call said ordinance was passed on first reading by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None The following letter of recommendations from the Planning Commission was presented to the Council: (Insert letter dated November 2, 2017 here with regards to Outside-the-City Sewer Service for approximately 2.9 acres located north of Epps Mill Road.) Mr. LaLance made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve service as an Outside-the-City Sewer Customer for approximately 2.9 acres located north of Epps Mill Road. Mr. Wade seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. The following letter of recommendations from the Parks & Recreation Director was presented to the Council: (Insert letter dated October 25, 2017 here with regards to acceptance of gift of “Farmer Lake” to the City.) The Assistant City Attorney presented this recommendation. Mr. Shacklett made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Parks & Recreation Director to accept the gift of “Farmer Lake” from Mr. Mark Pirtle. Mr. Wade seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. The following letter of recommendations from the Murfreesboro City Schools Assistant Superintendent for Administrative & Support Services was presented to the Council: (Insert letter dated October 26, 2017 here with regards to RESOLUTION 17-R-27 to approve Kentucky Educational Development Corporation as a purchasing cooperative under the City’s Procurement Code; and approve purchase of bleachers for John Pittard Elementary and Scales Elementary Schools.) The City Recorder/Finance Director presented this recommendation.  November 2, 2017 Page 13 The following RESOLUTION 17-R-27 was read to the Council and offered for adoption upon motion made by Mr. Shacklett, seconded by Vice-Mayor Scales Harris. Upon roll call said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Madelyn Scales Harris Rick LaLance Bill Shacklett Eddie Smotherman Kirt Wade Shane McFarland Nay: None (Insert RESOLUTION 17-R-27 here to approve Kentucky Educational Development Corporation as a purchasing cooperative under the City’s Procurement Code.) Vice-Mayor Scales Harris made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Assistant Superintendent for Administrative and Support Services to approve the purchase of bleachers for John Pittard Elementary and Scales Elementary from Toadvine Enterprises, Contract No. 3413-PV-TS-2015R1 per bidding through Kentucky Educational Development Corporation, in the amount of $59,417.00, funded from City-held bond funds shared from Rutherford County. Mr. Shacklett seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. The following letter of recommendations from the Chief of Police was presented to the Council: (Insert letter dated October 27, 2017 here with regards to purchase of Law Enforcement Winchester Ammunition; purchase of uniform clothing & equipment items; and use of two full-service car washes.) Mr. Jim Crumley, Assistant City Manager, indicated this item was intended for Consent Agenda. All three are budgeted items in the current year, and one motion would be sufficient for approval of all three items. Mr. Wade made a motion to accept the recommendation of the Chief of Police to approve the purchase of Law Enforcement Winchester Ammunition from Precision Delta Corporation; approve a contract with CMS Uniforms for the purchase of uniform clothing and equipment items; and approve a request for use of two full-service car washes, Prestige Auto Spa and OD’s Car Wash. Mr. LaLance seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. Mayor McFarland announced that the item from the Assistant City Attorney regarding sale of 6.33 acres of City-owned Real Estate on Medical Center Parkway; the purchase of approximately 1.70 acres; and the option of an additional 3.31 acres with Swanson Development had been withdrawn.  November 2, 2017 Page 14 The City Recorder/Finance Director presented a Catering Beer Permit Application for BL Restaurant Operations, LLC (Existing Beer Permit Holder-New Catering), for Bar Louie, 2615 Medical Center Parkway - Suite 2395. All requirements had been met. Mr. Wade made a motion to approve a Catering Beer Permit for BL Restaurant Operations, LLC (Bar Louie), 2615 Medical Center Parkway - Suite 2395. Vice-Mayor Scales Harris seconded the motion and all members of the Council voted “Aye”. Mayor McFarland indicated there were no board or commission appointments to be considered. The City Recorder/Finance Director indicated there were no statements to be considered. Under other business, the City Manager provided the Council with a comprehensive report on the First Methodist/Franklin Synergy proposals which included the Council rankings and some information on the next steps. It was the consensus of Council to look at the pluses of each proposal and show some better direction to the developers to let them know what Council liked about their ideas and what the Council’s expectations are. There was a need to be more specific about the church venue and what the cost will be. Mayor McFarland suggested that the City Attorney be the point person on handling Tax Incremental Financing. The City Attorney suggested starting a term sheet that has the gate keeping type of issues, land sale and what the TIF District will look like. Vice-Mayor Scales Harris announced that the late Council Member Doug Young was honored as “Distinguished Alumni for his Community Service” to our community at the homecoming event and for the parade. There being no further business, Mayor McFarland adjourned this meeting at 8:43 p.m. SHANE MCFARLAND - MAYOR ATTEST: MELISSA B. WRIGHT - CITY RECORDER