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Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -1– ______________________________________________________________________________ The regular meeting of the Petersburg City Council was held on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at Vernon Johns Junior High School. Mayor Moore called the closed session meeting to order at 6:30p.m. 1. REGULARLY-SCHEDULED MEETING – 6:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Council Member David R. Coleman Council Member W. Howard Myers Council Member Ken M. Pritchett Council Member Carl M. Ross Council Member Treska Wilson-Smith Vice Mayor Horace P. Webb Mayor Brian A. Moore Absent: None Present from City Administration: City Manager William E. Johnson, III City Attorney Brian K. Telfair Clerk of Council Nykesha D. Jackson, CMC 3. CLOSED SESSION (a): City Attorney Brian Telfair, stated that it was City Council’s desire to enter into a closed session under Section 2.2-3711.A (3) of the Code of Virginia, and specifically under the Subsection 3 to discuss acquisitions or disposal of real property, where discussion in open session would adversely affect the bargaining position or strategy of the City; and under Subsection 7 to consult with legal counsel regarding pending or probable litigations. Council Member Coleman moved that the City Council go into closed session for the purposes noted by the City Attorney. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. There was no discussion on the motion, which was approved on roll call vote. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb and Moore City Council entered closed session at 6:30 p.m. CERTIFICATION: Council Member Myers made a motion to return City Council into open session and certify the purposes of the closed session. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. There was no discussion on the motion, which was approved on roll call vote. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb and Moore 13-R-54 A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING, AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE OF VIRGINIA, SECTION 2.2- 3712, THAT TO THE BEST OF EACH MEMBER’S KNOWLEDGE, ONLY PUBLIC BUSINESS MATTERS LAWFULLY EXEMPTED FROM OPEN MEETING REQUIREMENTS OF VIRGINIA LAW WERE DISCUSSED IN THE CLOSED SESSION, AND ONLY SUCH PUBLIC BUSINESS MATTERS AS WERE IDENTIFIED IN THE MOTION CONVENING THE CLOSED SESSION WERE HEARD, DISCUSSED, OR CONSIDERED. 4. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Myers moved for adjournment. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. There was no discussion. The motion was approved on roll call vote. City Council adjourned at 8:12 p.m. 1. REGULARLY-SCHEDULED MEETING – 8:13 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Council Member David R. Coleman Council Member W. Howard Myers Council Member Ken M. Pritchett Council Member Carl M. Ross  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -2– ______________________________________________________________________________ Council Member Treska Wilson-Smith Vice Mayor Horace P. Webb Mayor Brian A. Moore Absent: None Present from City Administration: City Manager William E. Johnson, III City Attorney Brian K. Telfair Clerk of Council Nykesha D. Jackson, CMC 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: a. Clerk of Council, Nykesha D. Jackson, led council and the audience in the pledge of allegiance. 4. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS: a. Presentation to the Delta Omega Chapter of Petersburg, Virginia, which was established and chartered by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., a Proclamation designating December 14, 2013, as Delta Omega Chapter Day. Mayor Moore read the proclamation out loud. Sam Northington stated that he would like to take the opportunity to thank City Council for the recognition and to thank them as well for having the opportunity to serve the City as well. He stated that they are celebrating 90 years of service. He stated that it is a great privilege to serve the City. b. Presentation by Dr. Edwards Raspiller, President of John Tyler Community College. BACKGROUND: Dr. Edward Raspiller was recently appointed President of John Tyler Community College. He will provide information about the College. RECOMMENDATION: For information only. No action recommended. Mr. Raspiller gave a PowerPoint presentation on the updates and activities that are going on at John Tyler Community College. He stated that his leaving a fact book with City Council as well on information regarding the college. There was discussion among City Council Members. c. Presentation by Monica Callahan, Community Engagement Manager, on the UCI Road World Cycling Championships that will take place in September 2015. BACKGROUND: The UCI Road World Cycling Championships will be held in this region over 9 days in September 2015. Monica Callahan, Community Engagement Manager for Richmond 2015, will provide information regarding the event. RECOMMENDATION: For information only. No action recommended. Ms. Callahan gave a PowerPoint presentation as well as showed a YouTube video on the UCI Road World Cycling Championships. d. Presentation by Cary Gill, Vice President of Moseley Architects, and Michael Jones, Criminal Justice Consultant, on the Jail Feasibility Study. BACKGROUND: Moseley Architects was selected to prepare a report on the feasibility of constructing a New City Jail. Cary Gill, Vice-President of Moseley Architects, and Michael Jones, a Criminal Justice Consultant, will present the Jail Feasibility Study. RECOMMENDATION: For information only. No action recommended. Cary Gill and Michael Jones gave an overview and PowerPoint presentation on the feasibility of constructing a New City Jail. There was discussion among City Council Members. e. Presentation by Natan McKenzie, on the Million Mile Challenge. BACKGROUND: The Petersburg Wellness Consortium is implementing a program to encourage the residents of Petersburg to get more exercise in order to improve their health. Natan McKenzie will present  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -3– ______________________________________________________________________________ information about the program. RECOMMENDATION: For information only. No action recommended. Natan McKenzie and Ray Patterson gave a brief overview of the Million Mile Challenge. f. Presentation by Michael Matthews and Terone Greene on the Community Health Alliance. BACKGROUND: Michael Matthews and Terone Green, representatives of the community Health Alliance, previously presented information regarding the health of city residents. The presentation tonight is an update of that information. RECOMMENDATION: For information only. No action recommended. Terone Green and Michael Matthews gave a PowerPoint presentation on Community Health Alliance. 5. CONSENT AGENDA: a. Minutes of the regularly-scheduled meetings held on October 29, 2013, and November 19, 2013. Council Member Coleman made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wilson-Smith. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 6. OFFICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. As required by the Code of Virginia, as amended, a public hearing on the potential disposition of a portion of publicly-owned property addressed as 100 Ballpark Drive. BACKGROUND: The City of Petersburg is considering the disposition of a portion of publicly- owned property addressed as 100 Ballpark Drive. The approximately 4 acre portion of the subject parcel is unimproved and located at the Petersburg Sports Complex. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council authorize the City Manager to dispose of the subject publicly-owned property. Vandy Jones, Director of Economic Development, gave an overview of the potential disposition of a portion of publicly-owned property addressed as 100 Ballpark Drive. He stated that the developers are Matt Coward, Mario Haskett, and Reggie Williams. Mayor Moore opened the floor for public comment. Linwood Christian, 410 Mistletoe Street, stated that there a couple things that he would like to say. He stated that first and foremost they are glad to see something else going on at the sports complex. He stated that he ask that City Council forgive the hesitance. He stated that they have been in this situation before and that things were promised and said that they were going to be done and they were not. He stated that a prime example was the bus station. He stated that as a former member of the boys club they did not have at that time, one in Petersburg. He stated one thing that the boys club in Petersburg does not have is a swimming pool. He stated that he knows that there is still Farmer Street Pool but that at the same time it is not open all year around. He stated that when the city is looking at trying to develop the City’s sports talent there is nothing to offer. He asked if there is going to be a pool at the sports complex. He stated that he would hope that one will be put at the sports complex one day. Leslie Speight, 1015 Westover Lane, stated that this is a very good idea that these young men are doing. He stated that he is an ex-NFL official. He stated that these young professionals are coming to Petersburg to do something for the City. He stated that he does not believe that City Council is going to argue about this with as much development as the City needs. He stated that he would like everyone to have in their mind that money talks. Adel Israel Vanderhoop, Jr, 725 East Bank Street, stated that all of the children that will be using a facility like this could do more with the facility that could provide an open forum and a business incubator for the parents that have no jobs or cannot get to the jobs because they have no transportation to do so. He asked why some of this cannot be designated to be jobs to sell anything legal or any goods. He stated that he would like to see if they have any provisions. He stated that a lot of the legal aspects that are involved exclude a lot of black children. He stated that he has heard so much that they are lazy and cannot do anything or will not do anything. Seeing no further hands, Mayor Moore closed the public hearing. There was discussion among City Council Members.  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -4– ______________________________________________________________________________ Vice Mayor Webb made a motion authorize the City Manager to dispose of the subject publicly-owned property of 4 acres of unimproved property located at 100 Ballpark Drive. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wilson-Smith. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-115 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DISPOSE OF THE SUBJECT PUBLICLY-OWNED PROPERTY OF 4 ACRES OF UNIMPROVED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 100 BALLPARK DRIVE. b. As required by the Code of Virginia, as amended, a public hearing on the declaration of 315 High Street as a blighted property and a nuisance to the community. BACKGROUND: For at least the last two (2) years, the City of Petersburg has received numerous complaints from the public regarding the subject property. The Petersburg Fire Department-Inspections Division believes that very little to no maintenance has been performed on the structure during this time. Over the past two (2) years, the property has become increasingly dilapidated resulting in conditions that endanger the public’s health, safety, and/or welfare. The Petersburg Fire Department – Inspection’s Division and the City Attorney’s Office have attempted to remediate this property. The owner of 315 High Street has failed or refused to repair said property. The estimated cost of abatement of the property, so that it is no longer a nuisance, is approximately $65,000 and the Code of Virginia sec. 36-49.1:1(G) allows for the recovery of such costs from the property owner. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council authorize the City Manager to dispose of the subject publicly-owned property. Brian Telfair, City Attorney, gave a brief overview of the public hearing on the declaration of 315 High Street as a blighted property and a nuisance to the community. Mayor Moore opened the floor for public comment. Lewis Mayler, representative of Preservation Virginia, stated that he appreciates this very much. He stated that they think that they are taking the right approach. He stated that this is a good way to deal with dilapidated property in the historic district. He stated that their concern was about the ordinance or the code section that was sited. He stated that the code does allow for demolition. He stated that they were hoping for some affirmative statement. He stated that he sees that this is not the intent of City Council. He stated that he applauds City Council for taking this approach because demolition is not something that they would like. He stated that once it is gone it is gone. He stated that they are willing to give any assistance where it is needed. Zelma Taylor, 319 High Street, stated that they have lived in their house for the past 20 years. She stated that their house is west and adjacent to the property in discussion. She stated that she appreciates all of the photos. She stated that after multiple attempts to get code enforcement on this house her insurance agent advised them to send a letter to the home owner. She stated that the letter would consist of information pointing out serious problems with the property. She stated that in August 2009 the letter was sent but that there was no response. She stated that she dealt with Ms. Hauser and Mr. Hatch with regards to the problems. She stated that she also worked with Mr. Wiggins in Code Compliance. She stated that living next to abandoned property they see that the grass is not cut and falling trees in the yard. She stated that it gives the impression that this is a neighborhood that is not cared for and abandoned. She stated that trash was left on the front porch as mentioned and that this trash is still present. She stated that two years ago the window gave out and that the broken glass fell onto her property. She stated that there has been fallen shingles that fell on their property and damaged their property. She stated that the house has two collapsed corners. She stated that she appreciates City Council moving forward with code enforcement. Tom Redford, 280 High Street, stated that until today he thought that demolishing the property was part of the plan. He stated that now he understands that it is not and that they want the property fixed. He stated that this property seems to be salvageable. He stated that there are three things that he wonders about. He stated one is that the City has been on a roll with demolishing properties. He stated that he was wondering whether there has been any success in getting blighted properties fixed before they were demolished. He asked that if demolition is desired for this then will there be another public hearing for City Council. He asked why there has not been a foreclosure or an auction for the property. He stated that he has not heard this mentioned at all. He stated that he knows that in the past this has happened. He stated that he is glad to see that they have intentions on fixing it up. Mr. Telfair stated that there are some success stories that are coming out. He stated that one of the things that are in the plan is to fix the house up instead of demolishing it. He stated that there are five houses out of the 20 houses that are being repaired. He stated that these homes are being repaired in terms of their conditions. He stated that with respect to the plan the City still has the ordinance in place where if they do not follow the plan then it will be demolished. He stated that with respect to the issue of foreclosure is that one of the things that code enforcement dealt with for two years is that when they brought homeowners to court they would state that it was not them and that it was Mortgage Company. He stated that when they brought the mortgage company to court they would say that it was the homeowner. He stated that what he did in terms of  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -5– ______________________________________________________________________________ determining ownership is two-fold. He stated that he did a title search and forced it into foreclosure. He stated that this would force someone to step up. Mr. Redford asked would there be another public hearing for demolition. Mr. Telfair stated that there will be another hearing for demolition. He stated that if it comes to the point of demolition they would come back to City Council and request that authority for a second public hearing. He stated that this is the last result measure. Karen Graham, 402 High Street, stated that she has lived on High Street for over 30 years. She stated that this property as well as a number of others that are getting into repairs should have been caught many years ago when neighbors had called to the Planning Department and Code Compliance. She stated that this was to get preventive maintenance enforced. She stated that it has not been enforced in 25 years. She stated that she hopes that this is the step to start enforcing the ordinances that are on the books. She stated that the City Attorney states that this particular ordinance is not here to demolish the building at this time but there is an avenue to come back as a public hearing. She stated that this is not stated in the ordinance and that she would ask that this be put into a motion so that it is official on the records. She stated that it should state that if in fact the City is unable to get a clean title the property and repairs that it will come back as a public hearing for discussion. She stated that this property has been wrapped up with emotion from homeowners. She stated that this property as well as a dozen other properties is in bad shape. She stated that demolition of any property on High Street is not a good idea. She stated that they are a comprehensive neighborhood. She stated that with the new judge she hopes that there are more teeth in the law. Seeing no further hands, Mayor Moore closed the public hearing. There was discussion among City Council Members. Council Member Myers made a motion to adopt the ordinance without further discussion of demolition. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Webb. There was discussion from among City Council Members and staff. Council Member Pritchett made a substitute motion to adopt the ordinance without demolition until such time it comes back to City Council. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wilson-Smith. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-116 AN ORDINANCE TO DECLARE THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 315 HIGH STREET A BLIGHTED PROPERTY AND A PUBLIC NUISANCE TO THE COMMUNITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE ABATEMENT OF SUCH NUISANCE. c. As required by the Code of Virginia, as amended, a public hearing on a petition to rezone properties addressed as 547-549 Gressett St., 552-554 Gressett St., 540-542 Gressett St., 544 Gressett St., 546 Gressett St., 548 Gressett St., 553 Gressett St., 601-603 Gressett St., 604 Gressett St., 605 Gressett St., 608 Gressett St., 323 Porterville St., 325-327 Porterville St., 329 Porterville St., 332 Porterville St., 334-336 Porterville St., 335 Porterville St., 403 Porterville St., 405 Porterville St., 410 Porterville St., 328 Hartley St., 332 Hartley St., and 338 Hartley St., further identified as Tax Parcels 0310- 03-0001, 031-03-0043, 031-03-0047, 031-03-0046, 031-03-0045, 031-03-0044, 031-03-0002, 031-21- 0016, 031-22-0001, 031-21-0015, 031-22-0003, 031-03-0039, 031-03-0042, 031-03-0041, 031-21- 0018, 031-21-0017, 031-03-0040, 031-03-0003, 031-03-0004, 031-22-0019, 031-03-0049, 031-03- 0048, and 031-03-0050 from “R-3”, Two-Family Residence District, to “R-4”, Multiple Dwelling District, to construct 40 units, upon certain terms and conditions. BACKGROUND: The proposed development will consist of 40 multi-family units, accessory off- street parking, and open space (recreation area). The Restoration of Petersburg Community Development Corporation has been successful in developing a multi-family residential senior development known as Claiborne Square along Halifax Street. This is the second phase of a multi-phase development project. The project aims to remove blighted and abandoned homes from this community and replace them with new infrastructure, enhanced safety, and offer a street beautification model. The area over the years has become blighted due to the lack of maintenance of the properties. A number of dilapidated properties have been demolished. The R-3 zoning district does not permit multifamily dwellings. Under the current zoning the applicant could provide single-family and two family dwellings. RECOMMENDATION: Following a duly advertised public hearing, Council may affirm the Planning Commission recommendation, overturn the Planning Commission recommendation, table for further consideration, or return the item under consideration to the Planning Commission requesting further review. Michele Peters, Director of Planning and Community Development, gave a brief overview of the  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -6– ______________________________________________________________________________ rezoning of 25 properties on Gressett Street, Porterville Street, and Hartley Street. Pastor Robert Diggs gave PowerPoint presentation on the development. Mayor Moore opened the floor for public comment. Leslie Speight, 1015 Westover Lane, stated that City Council should be well pleased that they have Pastor Diggs in the community. He stated that he does not know any other person that would do what he does. He stated that he just listened to the information with regards to the decision about a house. He stated that then the Planning Commission voted to not approve this hearing. He stated that he does not understand. He stated that a lot of houses that he sees in the City are unbelievable. He stated that here is a pastor that is trying to help the City and that the Planning Commission has a problem with that. Sam Ruth, 1952 South Westchester Drive, stated that he thinks that if the City just rides down Halifax Street and sees the reputation of what Petersburg Community Development Corporation (PCDC) has done. He stated that they are a prime example of what can be done in the community. He stated that this is a way to clean out and build affordable housing in the community. He stated that he believes that this should be approved. He stated that a Comprehensive Plan can be revised and amended. Veronica Fleming, representative of Virginia LISC and Halifax Partners, stated that they would like to express their strong support for the PCDC. She stated that this builds on previous investments of Tabernacle and Better Housing Coalition and PCDC. She stated that this will bring more than $6.5 million in investments to the community. She stated that this plan is driven to citizens’ success. She stated that this will have a positive impact for the future developments in the Halifax Community. She stated that they support their partners. Ann Morgan, 630 Flank Road, stated that she is currently the Chair of Petersburg Community Development Corporation. She stated that she is present in support of the application for rezoning from “R-3” to “R-4”. She stated that she is proud to be a part of an organization that supports changing lives and transforming communities into affordable housing. She stated that they want to shine positive light on their project at Claiborne Square. She stated that crime rate decreases and community pride swells. She stated to always remember that where you live can change your life. She stated that they are excited and thrilled about the new development. Floyd Henderson, 1408 Weaver Avenue, stated that he is not going to say anything about their project. He stated that as a person from Petersburg and out of the 79 years of his life 73 of those years he has lived and worked in Petersburg. He stated that he worked all over and he was born a football field distance from Claiborne Square. He stated that he attended six years of school at Peabody High School. He stated that he walked from Blandford to Peabody High School every day. He stated that he was talking to Mr. Talley a few minutes ago. He stated that Mr. Talley is the owner of Talley Insurance Company. He stated that he imagines that he and Mr. Talley are the only two people who have been in the City that long. He stated that they were talking about the old times. He stated that Mr. Talley stated that the old times are good times to talk about. He stated that these are the times now that they need to do some work in the City. He stated that he would like to think that he will live a few more years to see things like it used to be on Halifax Street. He stated there were businesses and single houses in the area. He stated that there were four drug stores and five grocery stores in the area as well. Calvin Jordan, 2511 Fort Lee Road, stated that he also feels that it is very important for the rezoning. He stated that this would be a great thing for the City. He stated that this is a good project for the City all the way around. Linwood Christian, 410 Mistletoe Street, stated that he would like to say how the Planning Commission dare deny this project. He stated that the Planning Commission does not have to be faced every day when they do not live in a neighborhood where you try to buy a car or get insurance for home and the insurance company tells you that you have to buy high priced insurance because you live in a high crime neighborhood. He stated that it bothers him that people state that they do not go in a certain place because what they are doing in that area. He stated that he applauds Reverend Diggs. He stated that Reverend Diggs has done more for the community than the City’s own City Council Member has done. He stated that Reverend Diggs has done more for that community than the other churches that are surrounded. He stated that he hopes that City Council will one time not listen to the Planning Commission and support this project. Michael Packer, 1245 Woodland Road, stated that he speaks in favor of the rezoning request. He stated that in communities that have been developed long before Planning and Comprehensive Plans were put in place at the time it was needed to create plans and zoning most of it was reflecting what existed. He stated that it was not a plan as to what would happen in the future. He stated that he expects that this property as it shows in the Comprehensive Plan is City residential. He stated that there were houses there early that were residential. He stated that these houses are no longer there. He stated that now this is vacant property and the City has to find out what to do with this property under the present situation. He stated that this is the opportunity to actually plan for the future. He stated that he would suggest that they look at multiple family uses in the City. He stated that he would like to point out Tanglewood and Ivy Gates which are in residential areas. He stated that now they are able to live in nice affordable units in a great neighborhood. He stated that Comprehensive Plans do not control land use and that zoning controls this. He stated that they can rezone  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -7– ______________________________________________________________________________ this property now. Vernel Gannaway, 652 Old Wagner Road, stated that he is in favor of the project as well. He stated that he thinks about his mother that lived on Halifax Street. He stated that he grew up on the street as well. He stated that if his mother was living she would be able to walk up and down the street to go to Tabernacle Baptist Church. He stated that he cherishes the people that are still in the area now. He stated that he wishes that City Council would cherish it also. Richard Taylor, 828 West Tuckahoe Street, stated that Mr. Henderson has him beat by a couple of years but not by much. He stated that he has lived here all his life and he remembers what Halifax Street used to look like. He stated that it was one of the busiest streets in Petersburg. He has worked for the Virginia Housing Development Authority for 21 years. He stated that in that 21 years he has had conversations with the immediate past president of the Better Housing Coalition, Mr. T.K. Somanath. He stated that about 13 years ago he approach Mr. Somanath about coming to Petersburg to do a project here. He stated that he finally got him here and he met with Reverend Diggs. He stated that they built the community that is present now. He stated that the Better Housing Coalition is one of the better affordable housing areas in the entire state. He stated that he recommends that they approve this rezoning. Kelly Parker, 403 East Washington Street, stated that as a business owner she is also in support of the rezoning. She stated that any new development that can take place in Petersburg is to the City’s benefit. She stated that the City sees a lot of negatives that are stated. She stated that they need to continue to focus on the positives that are taking place. He stated that Reverend Diggs believes in and his heart is in the City of Petersburg and she thinks that they should move forward with the rezoning. Seeing no further hands, Mayor Moore closed the public hearing. There was discussion among City Council Members. Council Member Pritchett made a motion to overturn the Planning Commission’s recommendation and recommend to approve the rezoning of properties addressed as 547-549 Gressett St., 552-554 Gressett St., 540-542 Gressett St., 544 Gressett St., 546 Gressett St., 548 Gressett St., 553 Gressett St., 601-603 Gressett St., 604 Gressett St., 605 Gressett St., 608 Gressett St., 323 Porterville St., 325-327 Porterville St., 329 Porterville St., 332 Porterville St., 334-336 Porterville St., 335 Porterville St., 403 Porterville St., 405 Porterville St., 410 Porterville St., 328 Hartley St., 332 Hartley St., and 338 Hartley St., from “R-3”, Two-Family Residence District, to “R-4”, Multiple Dwelling District, to construct 40 units, upon certain terms and conditions. The motion was seconded by Council Member Myers. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-117 AN ORDINANCE OVERTURNING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION AND TO APPROVE THE REZONING OF PROPERTIES ADDRESSED AS 547-549 GRESSETT ST., 552-554 GRESSETT ST., 540-542 GRESSETT ST., 544 GRESSETT ST., 546 GRESSETT ST., 548 GRESSETT ST., 553 GRESSETT ST., 601-603 GRESSETT ST., 604 GRESSETT ST., 605 GRESSETT ST., 608 GRESSETT ST., 323 PORTERVILLE ST., 325-327 PORTERVILLE ST., 329 PORTERVILLE ST., 332 PORTERVILLE ST., 334-336 PORTERVILLE ST., 335 PORTERVILLE ST., 403 PORTERVILLE ST., 405 PORTERVILLE ST., 410 PORTERVILLE ST., 328 HARTLEY ST., 332 HARTLEY ST., AND 338 HARTLEY ST., FROM “R-3”, TWO-FAMILY RESIDENCE DISTRICT, TO “R-4”, MULTIPLE DWELLING DISTRICT, TO CONSTRUCT 40 UNITS, UPON CERTAIN TERMS AND CONDITIONS. d. As required by the Code of Virginia, as amended, a public hearing on the potential acceptance of a Deed of Gift from The Petersburg Foundation, Inc. BACKGROUND: The Petersburg Foundation, Inc. desires to transfer properties currently designated as Patton Park to the City of Petersburg with the understanding that the Foundation would retain a 15 foot wide easement for use as a public walking trail. If the gift is accepted, the City will be responsible for the maintenance of the properties and must continue to designate the area as “Patton Park”. The draft deed with a description of the properties is attached for your review. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council receive citizen comment on this matter. Mr. Johnson stated that he received late this evening a revised resolution regarding this particular project. He stated that the most important piece of the revision is that it removes the designation that the property be known as “Patton Park”. He stated that he got this information from the attorney at The Petersburg Foundation. Mayor Moore opened the floor for public comment. Barry Roebuck, 217 High Street, stated that he just wanted clarification on the name “Patton Park”. Mr. Johnson stated that the resolution stated at first that it would be continued to be designated as “Patton Park”. He stated that the revision removed the information stating that it continues to be designated as “Patton Park”.  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -8– ______________________________________________________________________________ Seeing no further hands, Mayor Moore closed the public hearing. There was discussion among City Council Members. Vice Mayor Webb made a motion to accept the Deed of Gift from The Petersburg Foundation, Inc. with the revision of the new resolution. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-118 AN ORDINANCE TO ACCEPT THE DEED OF GIFT FROM THE PETERSBURG FOUNDATION, INC. WITH THE REVISION OF THE NEW RESOLUTION. 7. PUBLIC INFORMATION PERIOD: The Public Information Period is established by the Rules of Council to hear input from City residents or owners of businesses in the City. It will last for a maximum of 30 minutes. Speakers will be called in the order that they have signed up to speak. If there are ten or fewer speakers, each shall speak for a maximum of 3 minutes. If there are more than six (6) people desiring to speak, the time allotted to each person may be adjusted or the number of speakers limited to meet the time limitation. A speaker may speak on items except those that are listed on tonight’s Council agenda. Any matter brought before the attention of the City Council during the public information period will not be acted upon by the City Council at this meeting. Vernel Gannaway, 652 Old Wagner Road, stated that he has learned a lot from coming to the City Council meetings this year. He stated that he is seeing a lot of things that should be happening and the way that it should be going. He stated that he appreciates seeing the City Manager on television and seeing the professionalism and how this would cause people to come to Petersburg. He stated that he has his heart in the City because he grew up here. He stated that there are a lot of things that they can do and a lot of things that the City will do. He stated that there are a lot of things going on in this special City. He stated that Petersburg is a great City and that he wants people to recognize it. He stated that everyone has to remember that “Together we Stand and Divided we Fall”. 8. BUSINESS OR REPORTS FOR/FROM THE MAYOR OR OTHER MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL: a. Consideration of a Resolution supporting the requirement that members of the General Assembly must file bills with local fiscal impacts as early as possible as and no later than the first day of session. BACKGROUND: Section 30-19.03 of the Code of Virginia states that the Commission on Local Government shall prepare and publish a statement of fiscal impact for “any bill requiring a net additional expenditure by any county, city, or town, or…any bill requiring a net reduction of revenues by any county, city, or town, filed during any session of the General Assembly”., Numerous bills fitting this criteria have been submitted and gone through the legislative process without review for local fiscal impacts due to limited time and resources to review these bills during the General Assembly session. It is critical that lawmakers have better and timelier information on the fiscal impact to localities when they consider bills and budget items. A need exists for additional time and resources to provide such information during the tight procedural confines of the current legislative process. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council adopt the proposed Resolution. Brian Telfair, City Attorney, gave a brief overview of the resolution supporting the requirement that members of the General Assembly must file bills with local fiscal impacts as early as possible as and no later than the first day of session. Council Member Wilson-Smith made a motion to adopt the resolution supporting the requirement that members of the General Assembly must file bills with local fiscal impacts as early as possible as and no later than the first day of session. The motion was seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-R-55 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE FIRST DAY INTRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS FOR BILLS WITH LOCAL FISCAL IMPACTS. b. Consideration of transfer of General Fund balances remaining for Fiscal Year 2013. BACKGROUND: A Fiscal Plan was adopted for FY2013 which anticipated the uses of funds for the City of Petersburg. During the course of the year, various situations present themselves that causes fiscal outlays that were not anticipated during the budget formulation process. This paper allows for the transfer outlays. The auditors have completed their work to verify these amounts and we are now requesting to transfer these funds within our total adopted allotment (per the attached document). RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council approve the transfer of funds.  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 -9– ______________________________________________________________________________ William Johnson, City Manager, gave a brief overview of the transfer of funds. There was discussion among City Council Members. Vice Mayor Webb made a motion to approve the transfer of funds from departments that were under budget in FY2013 to agencies that were over budget in FY2013, this transfer totals $3,357,667. The motion was seconded by Council Member Myers. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-119 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM DEPARTMENTS THAT WERE UNDER BUDGET IN FY2013 TO AGENCIES THAT WERE OVER BUDGET IN FY2013, THIS TRANSFER TOTALS $3,357,667. c. Consideration of amending the General Fund by appropriating $59,469 for Public-Private Infrastructure Act projects. BACKGROUND: Pursuant to the Public-Private Education Facilities Act of 2002, the City shall receive an analysis of the proposals from internal staff or outside advisors or consultants with relevant experience in determining whether to enter into an agreement with the private entity. In regard to proposals submitted under the PPEA, the City will require an initial processing fee of $5,000 at the time of submission, with an additional proposal fee of $10,000 to be paid within (5) days after notice from the City should the project proceed beyond the initial review. The initial processing fee shall be submitted with initial proposal or competing proposal. The City will refund any portion of fees paid in excess of its direct cost which include, but are not limited to, all staff costs and the fees of outside consultants, financial advisors, engineers, and attorneys associated with evaluating the proposals. The City’s Purchasing Office has collected $60,000 during FY2012-13 from the four (4) companies that submitted proposals. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council adopt the attached the attached appropriation Ordinance in the amount of $59,469. Councilman Wilson-Smith made a motion to adopt the ordinance amending #13-ORD-52, in the general operating budget, that appropriates $59,469 for the PPEA Projects. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-120 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING #13-ORD-52, IN THE GENERAL OPERATING BUDGET, SAID ORDINANCE COMMENCING JULY 1, 2013 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2014, IN THE GENERAL FUND, THIS AMENDMENT APPROPRIATES $59,469 FOR THE PPEA PROJECTS. d. Consideration of authorizing the City Manager to execute a change order for the Farmer’s Market Roof Replacement Project. BACKGROUND: The subject project is to replace the existing, aging metal standing seam roof on the Farmer’s Market. During the replacement, it was identified that insulation installation is needed to provide thermal insulation for the building. This work is outside the contract’s scope of work. The original contract amount was $149,733. This is the second change order for this project. The 1 st change order was in the amount of $14,925 for needed repairs on the existing wood roof decking. This change order for $50,000 which, if approved, will bring the total contract amount of $214,658. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council authorize the City Manager to execute the subject change order in the amount of $50,000. William Johnson, City Manager, gave a brief overview of the change of order for the Farmer’s Market Roof Replacement Project. Councilman Wilson-Smith made a motion to authorize the City Manager to execute the subject change order in the amount of $50,000. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Webb. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-121 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SUBJECT CHANGE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000. e. Consideration of a request to schedule a Special Meeting to discuss an Interim Agreement for the construction of the New City Hall. BACKGROUND: Staff has negotiated an Interim Agreement for the construction of the New City Hall and desires to present it to Council for its consideration. If Council approves the agreement, staff will recommend that the City Manager be authorized to execute the Interim Agreement.  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 - 10 – ______________________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council schedule a Special Meeting for Tuesday, January 14, 2014, to discuss an Interim Agreement for the construction of the New City Hall. Vice Mayor Webb made a motion to schedule Special Meeting for Tuesday, January 14, 2014, to review and discuss an Interim Agreement for the construction of the New City Hall. The motion was seconded by Council Member Myers. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Pritchett, Myers, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore f. Request to schedule a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Code of the City of Petersburg with regard to Procurement Procedures. BACKGROUND: Staff recommends updating the Purchasing Manual to meet the current needs of the City and to bring the City Code and Guidelines current. The complete Purchasing Manual, which includes procedures, has not been update since 1986. The most recent changes to the purchasing limits were done in May 2010. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council schedule a public hearing on this matter for January 7, 2014. Council Member Ross made a motion to schedule a public hearing on January 7, 2014, on proposed amendment to the Code of the City of Petersburg with regard to Procurement Procedures. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wilson-Smith. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore g. Consideration of amending the Rules and Regulations that govern Blandford Cemetery to revise the operating hours for cemetery records office. BACKGROUND: The current Rules and Regulations reflect the hours of operation for the cemetery office as 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. Staff recommends that the office hours be changed to 8:30a.m. to 5:00p.m. in order to be the same as other City administrative offices. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council consider revising the Rules and Regulations that govern Blandford Cemetery. Council Member Wilson-Smith made a motion to revise operating hours to 8:30a.m. to 5:00p.m for cemetery records office in the Rules and Regulations that govern Blandford Cemetery. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore Council Member Ross stated that he would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe a blessed holiday. Council Member Pritchett stated that he would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. He stated to everyone to not eat too much and to stay safe and healthy over the holidays. Council Member Wilson-Smith stated that she would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. She stated that she is going to raise her fist to someone who be very deserving and who has passed away, Nelson Mandela. Vice Mayor Webb stated that he would like to make a motion that the City of Petersburg employees have December 23rd as a holiday. The motion was seconded by Council Member Myers. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore Vice Mayor Webb stated that he would like to wish everyone a happy and a safe holiday. Mayor Moore wished everyone a happy holidays and Merry Christmas. He stated that it is good to see all his relatives. He stated that they have three generations of family and they have a fourth generation coming in April. He stated that his family is happy and blessed about this. He stated that on Wednesday night he will be having a ward meeting and social gathering. He stated that it will be 6:00p.m. to 7:30p.m. it will be a social meeting with Dr. Louis Sullivan, President of Morehouse School of Medicine and also former Human and Health Secretary of the United States. He stated that the meeting will start at 7:30p.m. He stated that the City Manager will be doing an update for everyone at the meeting as well. He stated that it will be at Old Towne Catering. Mayor Moore passed out information. He stated that Ms. Williams was able to compile a new list of members for the 150th Sesquicentennial Committee. He asked Ms. Williams to come forward with brief information on the committee. Joanne Williams, Public Relations Officer, stated that she went back and searched the resolution regarding the 150th Sesquicentennial Committee. She stated that the City’s year is coming up which is the ten  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 - 11 – ______________________________________________________________________________ month siege in Petersburg. She stated that this is the longest siege on American soil. She stated that she went back and searched the committee that was formed. She stated that there had not been a meeting in over a year. She stated that she did find an original list and that there were many members on this list that wish to no longer serve on the committee. She stated that she established a new list from members that are interested in serving on the board. Council Member Pritchett asked Ms. Williams if any of the events that were on the list that Mr. Kirby sent out had taken place. Ms. Williams stated that a couple of the events were same events from the park service had scheduled. She stated that Petersburg will serve as the staging area of all national park events. Council Member Pritchett stated that there was no list of mention of commemorating the battle of old men and young boys of June 9, 1864. He stated that this created the siege. He asked Ms. Williams has she thought about doing something for this. Ms. Williams responded yes. She stated that they need to reestablish this committee and have meeting after the first of the year. Council Member Pritchett made a motion to adopt the new list of names for the 150th Sesquicentennial Committee. The motion was seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore; Absent: Ross 13-R-56 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE NEW MEMBERS OF THE 150TH SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE AS BRIAN MOORE, TRESKA WILSON-SMITH, WILLIAM JOHNSON, MICHELLE PETERS, MARTHA WITHERS, JOANNE WILLIAMS, KATHLEEN MORGAN, REGGIE TABOR, ANNE THOMAS, MARTHA ATKINSON, DANIELLE FITZ-HUGH, CHRIS CALKINS, ELLA DICKERSON, FRANNIE RAWLINGS, GWEN COOPER, CHRIS BRYCE, HENRY KIDD, RICHARD STEWART, AND BRIAN COUTURIER. 9. CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA: a. City Manager’s Report 1. When City Council votes to allow the City Manager to dispose of publicly-owned property the terms of the disposition are never reported at subsequent council meetings. Are Council Members even made aware of the terms? a. Mr. Johnson stated that last month Council approved the disposition of City Hall, City Hall Annex, the Petersburg Hotel and several adjoining properties and public parking lots. 2. What are the terms of this transaction with Mr. Englander? Were the properties appraised? If so, what is the appraised value of all parcels? What covenants and/or timetables were included? What are the proffers agreed to by developer? What is the cost to relocate City offices into temporary quarters? Please provide this information for all publicly-owned properties disposed of during calendar year 2013. a. Mr. Johnson stated that these questions should be submitted to the City Attorney under FOIA request. 3. With regard to public comments being accepted on the proposed new city hall by December 2, 2013 to Purchasing Agent, Tangela Innis, why are comments being filtered through purchasing and who will the comments be forwarded to and reviewed by? a. Mr. Johnson stated that the comments are sent to Mrs. Innis because she handles procurement. Mrs. Innis has copied all comments from Facebook, along with emails received, and has forwarded them for review to the City Manager, Mayor and Members of City Council. 4. Given that the City is considering disposing of another publicly-owned parking lot, in addition to those disposed of on Union and Tabb Streets, where are businesses expected to have parking for their customers? What are the City’s plans for the construction of a parking garage? a. Mr. Johnson stated that at this time, the parking lots owned by the City located on Union and Tabb Streets have not been sold. He stated that City administration is exploring the need and best place to locate a parking deck, and also looking for sources of funding. 5. When will the demolition of the former Holiday Inn take place? a. Mr. Johnson stated that the demolition of the former Holiday Inn began in mid-November. The building is scheduled to be completely down by the end of February 2014. 6. Did the City commission an efficiency study on converting the Virginia Avenue School building into a community recreation center and the animal pound? a. Mr. Johnson responded no. 7. Why is Cultural Affairs separate from Museums and Visitor Services?  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 - 12 – ______________________________________________________________________________ a. Mr. Johnson stated that in 2004, City council approved the formation of the Southside Virginia Arts Council to attract art and entertainment venues to the City. In 2013, City Council asked that promotion of Cultural Affairs and Special Events be improved. He stated that to attract more events and regenerate existing events, a manager of Cultural Affairs was appointed. 8. Why is the City not using the old Bank Building for the New City Hall? a. Mr. Johnson stated that Council approved the sale of the former BB&T building. Development plans for that building include a restaurant and banquet area, the Visitor Center, the Department of Economic Development, market rate apartments, and a top floor condo. 9. Can a crossing sign for the blind be placed on Pocahontas Island? a. Mr. Johnson stated that all requests for traffic signs should be sent to the Director of Public Works 10. What are the City Codes for preventing contractors from blocking driveways? a. Mr. Johnson stated that it is a traffic violation to block driveways. 11. Why is the City spending $450,000 for furniture for the new library, instead of buying gently used furniture? a. Mr. Johnson stated that the New Petersburg Public Library will be a state-of-the-art facility in design and function. He stated a considerable amount of attention was given to every detail including getting the most durable furniture and equipment at the least cost while at the same time ensuring customer friendliness as well as being ergonomically and aesthetically pleasing. He stated that the furniture and equipment was purchased at very competitive pricing and will meet the needs of the library not just for the near future but for years to come so as to minimize replacement costs. b. Appropriation of a Homeland Security/Citizen Corps Program Grant in the amount of $17,140. BACKGROUND: The Fire Department received a Citizen Corps Program grant from Homeland Security in the amount of $17,140. These funds will be used to enhance citizen preparedness through programs such as Citizens Emergency Response Team (CERT), Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), Fire Corps, Volunteers in Police Service (VPS) and USAonWatch (Neighborhood Watch). This grant does not require a local match. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council adopt the attached ordinance in the amount of $17,140. Councilman Coleman made a motion to adopt the ordinance in the amount of $17,140 for a Homeland Security/Citizen Corps Program Grant. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-122 AN ORDINANCE, AS AMENDED, SAID ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2013, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2014 IN THE SPECIAL FUNDS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,140 FOR FIRE CITIZENS CORPS PROGRAM GRANT. c. Appropriation of an Asset Forfeiture Transfer Program Grant in the amount of $27,610. BACKGROUND: The Petersburg Sheriff’s office made application for Asset Forfeiture Transfer Program funds to update our technology infrastructure and to allow for better communications between the various departments, as well as with local, state, and federal police forces for SERT (Sheriff Emergency Response Team). Our team is in the beginning stage of implementation and therefore there is an essential need of funding to properly equip SERT members with critical equipment to implement their operations. We will be able to purchase radios, software and equipment that will assist in efforts to control contraband. Also, in an effort to control contraband, the Petersburg Sheriff’s Office use these funds to implement the usage of a “Body Orifice Security Scanner (B.O.S.S.) chair to be used in the City Jail to detect unwanted contraband objects hidden within the body cavities and drugs are smuggled or mailed into the jail facility by family or friends. In addition, cell phones are also the latest concern of Petersburg City Jails’ constant struggle against jail contraband. RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council adopt the attached ordinance in the amount of $27,610. Vice Mayor Webb made a motion to adopt an ordinance in the amount of $27,610 for an Asset Forfeiture Transfer Program Grant. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: December 10, 2013 - 13 – ______________________________________________________________________________ 13-ORD-123 AN ORDINANCE, AS AMENDED, SAID ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2013, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2014 IN THE SPECIAL FUNDS FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,610 FOR SHERIFF ASSET FORFEITURE TRANSFER PROGRAM. d. Appropriation of a contribution from Container First Services in the amount of $50,000. BACKGROUND: In accordance with the Host Agreement between the City of Petersburg and Container First Services, CFS made its annual contribution of $50,000 to the City. Staff recommends using the funds to make improvements to the Petersburg Sports Complex. The City intends to purchase a new scoreboard ($24,000), bleacher covers to provide a shaded area ($12,000), a field cover and storage ($6,000), a sound system ($4,000), and a safety netting ($4,000). RECOMMENDATION: Recommend Council adopt the attached ordinance in the amount of $50,000. Council Member Pritchett made a motion to adopt an ordinance in the amount of $50,000 of a contribution from Container First Services. The motion was seconded by Council Member Myers. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Myers, Pritchett, Ross, Wilson-Smith, Webb, and Moore 13-ORD-124 AN ORDINANCE AMENDED #13-ORD-52, IN THE GENERAL OPERATING BUDGET, SAID ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2013 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2014, IN THE GENERAL FUND, THIS AMENDMENT APPROPRIATES $50,000 FOR THE SPORTS COMPLEX. Mr. Johnson stated that being that this is the final meeting for City Council for the year 2013; he would like to thank City Council on behalf of all City employees for the extra holiday day during the holiday season. He stated that he would like to wish City Council and the citizens a Merry Christmas and a safe holiday. He stated that everyone to also continue to eat healthy and get plenty of exercise. He stated that he would also like to thank City Council for the support during this year. He stated that he thinks that they have gotten a lot of things done and that they have made some bold statements that have allowed the City to move forward. He stated that they look forward to a very prosperous 2014. 10. CLERK OF CITY COUNCIL'S AGENDA: Clerk of City Council, Nykesha Jackson, wished everyone a Merry Christmas and thanked City Council for the extra day of December 23, 2013 for a holiday for the City. 11. CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA: Brian Telfair, City Attorney, wished everyone a safe holiday season. 12. CLOSED SESSION (IF NECESSARY): No items for closed session. 13. ADJOURNMENT: Council Member Coleman moved for adjournment. The motion was seconded by Council Member Ross. There was no discussion. The motion was approved on roll call vote City Council adjourned at 11:41 p.m. _________________________ Clerk of City Council APPROVED: _________________________ Mayor