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Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -1– ______________________________________________________________________________ The regular meeting of the Petersburg City Council was held on Tuesday, July 5, 2016, at the Union Train Station. Mayor Myers called the closed session meeting to order at 5:30p.m. 1. CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Council Member David R. Coleman Council Member Darrin L. Hill Council Member Brian A. Moore Council Member Treska Wilson-Smith Vice Mayor Samuel Parham Mayor W. Howard Myers Absent: Council Member John A. Hart, Sr. (arrived at 5:34pm) Present from City Administration: Assistant City Attorney Danielle Powell Acting City Attorney Mark Flynn Acting City Manager Dironna M. Belton Clerk of Council Nykesha D. Jackson, CMC 3. CLOSED SESSION: Acting City Attorney Mark Flynn, 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 under Subsection 3 for discussion or consideration of disposition of publicly held property where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body and four parcels that the City currently owns. Vice Mayor Parham moved that the City Council go into closed session for the purposes noted by the Acting City Attorney. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hill. There was no discussion on the motion, which was approved on roll call vote. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hill, Moore, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers; Absent: Hart City Council entered closed session at 5:32 p.m. CERTIFICATION: Council Member Hill made a motion to return City Council into open session. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hart. There was no discussion on the motion, which was approved on roll call vote. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers; Abstain: Moore Council Member Hill made a motion to certify the purposes of the closed session. The motion was seconded by Council Member Coleman. There was no discussion on the motion, which was approved on roll call vote. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers; Abstain: Moore 16-R-35 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  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -2– ______________________________________________________________________________ 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. 1. REGULARLY-SCHEDULED MEETING – 6:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Council Member David R. Coleman Council Member John Hart, Sr. Council Member Darrin L. Hill Council Member Brian A. Moore Council Member Treska Wilson-Smith Vice Mayor Samuel Parham Mayor W. Howard Myers Absent: None Present from City Administration: Assistant City Attorney Danielle Powell Acting City Attorney Mark Flynn Acting City Manager Dironna M. Belton Clerk of Council Nykesha D. Jackson, CMC 3. MOMENT OF SILENCE: a. Clerk of Council, Nykesha D. Jackson, led council and the audience in a moment of silence. 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: a. Clerk of Council, Nykesha D. Jackson, led council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 5. PRESENTATION/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS: (Each presentation will be limited to 10 minutes.) a. Friends of the Lower Appomattox River Presentation to Petersburg City Council. BACKGROUND: The Friends of the Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) is a local environmental nonprofit organization that is committed to enhancing, preserving, and encouraging representatives from each locality and one from VSU. Over the past six months, FOLAR has had a tremendous impact in terms of environmental education & outreach, environmental service projects and regional eco-economic development. RECOMMENDATION: For information only. Johnny Partin, Board Member of the Friends of the Lower Appomattox River, gave a brief PowerPoint presentation and update on FOLAR. b. Uncaptured Public Utility Revenues Presentation BACKGROUND: Water agreements on file were originated in the late 1970s with the most recent agreement being in the early 2000. Charges to these localities have not been updated to reflect current rates. The last modification to the water agreement with Fort Lee was almost three decades ago in 1988.  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -3– ______________________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATION: For information only. Daniel Harrison, Interim Director of Public Works, gave a briefing and a PowerPoint presentation on captured public utility revenues. There was discussion among City Council Members and Mr. Harrison. Council Member Moore made a motion approve and move forward with the service agreement. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Parham. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Moore, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers 6. CONSENT AGENDA: a. Minutes of Regular City Council on June 21, 2016, Special City Council Meetings of May 12, 2016; June 27, 2016 and June 30, 2016; and Budget Work Session of June 2, 2016. b. Schedule a public hearing to amend the Zoning Ordinance (Appendix A) of the 1981 Code of the City of Petersburg, as amended, to add uses to commercial zoning districts, to add definitions, to delete definition and to change definitions in the Zoning Ordinance. Council Member Coleman made a motion to accept the Consent Agenda and schedule the public hearing for July 19, 2016. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hart. Council Member Wilson-Smith stated that she would like to make a correction to the minutes. She stated that on June 21st minutes it states that staff recommends approving the disposition of 29 South Union Street. The motion was concurred by Council Member Coleman and Hart. There was discussion among City Council Members. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Moore, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers 7. OFFICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: (In accordance with the Rules of Council, public comment will be heard before discussion by Council. Once discussion has started, no further input from the public will be accepted. Each speaker will be limited to three (3) minutes.) *No items for this portion of the agenda. 8. 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. Fenton Bland, 1840 South Westchester Drive, stated that he wanted to commend them all for working hard for the last couple of months. He stated that it is not easy for everyone to be sitting up there and that he wanted to commend everyone. He stated that he wanted to come up and personally thank them. Brandon Martin, 1546 Berkeley Avenue, stated that he would like to thank City Council for allowing him to bring a couple of things to the floor. He stated that a couple years ago City Council and Public Works indicated a role in removing brush and tree limbs that people put out. He stated that you would have thought that code and administration would view the issue. He stated that unfortunately the brush piles have grown.  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -4– ______________________________________________________________________________ He stated that there are two that have been sitting on the side of South Boulevard and Monticello for about six weeks. He stated that he has left about 60 messages about it. He asked City Council how well they know the City. He stated that they need to get a grasp of what is going on in various departments in the City. He stated that they need to visit places like the garage. He stated that they need to visit the annex, the basement and go to fire administration and take a visit. He stated that they would get a sense of what City staff and employees has to deal with. He stated that the Progress-Index and the Times-Dispatch recently had a photograph of a deer. He stated that the deer are getting out of hand. He stated that the deer are a risk to motorist. He stated that he had two personal friends who vehicles were damaged by deer. He stated that the deer pose a health risk as well. He stated that they need to go search deer and Lyme disease. He stated that they need to take a look at the calendar on the City’s website and look under council agenda. He stated that this afternoon it did not have anything on it for today. He stated that this afternoon it had something on it about the police department for Thursday. He stated that there is something on it about City Council Retreat for August 4th. He stated that there is nothing about City Council meeting or any other meeting. He stated when you put in search it does not come up with anything. Willie Noise, 1508 Circle Drive, stated that he is going to direct his question to the City Manager. He stated that when citizens approach them regarding a problem they take care of it. He stated for instance grass cutting. He stated that soon as it builds back up it is like it was never mentioned. He stated that he is very ashamed and that he feels heartbroken. He stated that they need to do maintenance when it is due or needed and not on a scheduled basis. He stated that he really wants to speak on Youngs Road. He stated that they did a bum job. He stated that it needs to be inspected or gathered plans. He stated that it is a serious thing coming through Youngs Road at night. He stated that the grass would be cut on the low parts. He stated that if the sides are not messed with then in two years then it would be up to the center of the road. He asked what are the supervisors doing and when do they go and check. He stated that the gentleman just spoke on inspection. He stated that in the military the colonel is coming. He stated that everything is tidy and shifted over here and there until they come through. He stated that the problem is still there. He stated that he understands that they have a hard job to do. He stated that when people come up they are told to not face the audience. He stated that he likes to face the audience and talk to them sometimes. He stated that the audience comes up and talk mess and no one comes up front with any solution. He stated that everyone is all in this together. He stated that they have to work together and get somethings done. He stated that he is still waiting on a vision. He stated that he loves everyone present. He stated that the City has organization problems. Carl Ridley, 15 North Crater Road, asked City Council whether there was a current criminal, federal or forensic investigation going on that is looking into the fiasco going on. He asked what the economic development with finances is. He asked what the current status of this is as well. He stated that as a tax paying citizen he demands to know how the City got in this situation and who is responsible. Karen Graham, 402 High Street, stated that there is construction being done in the 500 block of Hinton Street and left of Lafayette Street. She stated that it involves Brickhouse Run. She stated that there is a huge pile of dirt that is really eye sighting. She stated that the weeds are incredibly tall. She stated that it really needs to be cleaned up. She asked when is the completion date and is it in compliance. She stated that she would like to speak on curb appeal as two other speakers have mentioned. She stated that it is important that the City focus on curb appeal. She stated not just the City but businesses and residents in the City as well. She stated that she encourages everyone to stop and bend over and pick up the trash. She stated that she has gone by the Progress-Index and the weeds are knee high. She stated that it is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain up to the curb. She stated that just because in the past the City has gone around and sprayed the weeds does not mean that it is happening now. She stated that if the residents are inviting people to come to town and stay then the City needs to look nice. She stated that they can pick up trash from their neighbors yard or down the street if they have too. She stated that her last question is directed to the Mayor. She asked Mayor Myers when his ward meeting will be. Dolores Smith, 410 Mistletoe Street, stated that each City Council Member needs to take a walk in their wards and see what is going on. She stated not only in her ward but in other areas as well. She stated that she would also like a report back. She stated that she has seen property that has so much grass growth that you cannot see the property. She stated that a lot of the drug people are using these buildings to go into. She  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -5– ______________________________________________________________________________ stated that she is not sure if City Council is doing it but she would like them to all go through their wards and see what is going on. She stated that when the lights are out there are numbers on the pole that you can call and report the lights are out. She stated that she contacted them and gave them her information. She stated that they have had four lights that were out and that they came by and fixed the lights fast. She stated that they need the council members to walk through their wards and find out what is going on. She asked what is going on with the Sheriff’s cars. She stated that they took them away from the Sheriff’s Department and that they are just sitting on Pocahontas Island. She stated that some of the windows are broken out of the vehicles. She stated that if they were going to let the cars sit then they could have let the Sheriff’s Department keep the vehicles. She stated that a lot of citizens come up with questions and responses and they do not get any responses back. She stated that she looks at the paper that is given out at the council meeting and that she does not see any responses. She stated to Mayor Myers that she would like to know when they will have a ward meeting for the 5th Ward area. Linwood Christian, 410 Mistletoe Street, stated that there a few things that he would like to say. He stated that he would like to thank Council Member Coleman, Hart and Wilson-Smith. He stated that there are a number of people in his ward that are kind of upset that Council Member Coleman is not running again. He stated that he would like to include Vice Mayor Parham and thanking him. He stated that those are the City Council Members that come out when there are problems. He stated that even when they call or don’t call they have picked up the phone and ask how everything is going on your street. He stated that 5th Ward deserves better representation. He stated that they appreciate what they have gotten. He stated that even though City Council Members come from seven different wards they are the decision makers that affect every citizen in Petersburg. He stated that more concerns from other council members then their own council representor. He stated that people that they need to find out what the people are doing that are appointed to the boards and commissions in the City. He stated that Hopewell City Council goes to conferences and come back and devote their entire City Council session on giving an update. He stated that the only ones that really came back and gave an update and report is Council Member Coleman, Hart and Wilson-Smith. He stated that again he reflects on Vice Mayor Parham as well. He stated that these are the faces people think are 5th Ward City Council Members. He stated that these are the people that they see. He asked what are the active boards and commissions doing. He stated that they do not get any report from them but that City Council continues to put people on these different boards especially Ward 5. He asked that with everything that is going on do they think it is a good idea to send a signal that there is a division in the City. He stated that what he means by that is whether this was the right time to get rid of the police chief. 9. BUSINESS OR REPORTS FOR/FROM THE MAYOR OR OTHER MEMBERS OF CITY COUNCIL: Council Member Wilson-Smith stated that she has a total of four items. She stated that she would like to start by thanking the citizens that came out to the June 26th event “Money Matters.” She stated that she has been having a serious of events for “Citizens Academy 101.” She stated that the second session was heard on June 26th. She stated that she would like to give a personal thank you Ms. Belton, Mrs. Hairston, Mr. Brown, Mr. McKeithen and Ms. Rudolph for their attendance. She stated that she wanted to do a special thank you to all the citizens who came out. She stated that the session was very informative. She stated that at the session some citizens had specifically asked some questions about City decals. She stated that she promised that she would come back to this meeting with some information. She stated that it was explained to the citizens that she could not give them the answers that they wanted because it would come from City Council as a whole. She stated that she was not obligated or she could not speak for all off City Council. She stated that she did find out that the City does pay around $5,000 to have the decals printed. She stated that she also learned that other localities may not require stickers the fees are still being paid. She stated that Petersburg’s use of stickers is outdated and technology will easily allow the City to coordinate with DMV to put a stop on license decals if citizens fail to pay taxes. She stated that because surrounding jurisdictions do not have stickers anymore it is productive for law enforcement officers to look for stickers only being displayed on a few thousands vehicles that they must observe on a daily basis. She stated that she did review the City’s current charter which does address the stickers on Petersburg’s vehicles. She stated that she is asking that City Council look at Sections 110-146, 110-157, and 110-158. She stated that she would like this addressed at the next City Council Meeting. She stated that it must be a City Council discussion. She stated that she would like to do interviews for the Anti-Poverty Commission. She stated that there is a beautiful article that talks about the  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -6– ______________________________________________________________________________ Zeke Virus in Virginia. She stated that in Ward 1 on Monument Avenue there is a pond that in close proximity to Robert E. Lee School. She stated that it is all in close proximity to the dumb. She stated that she would like to ask City Council if they could contact the health department to look at what provisions the City is doing to make sure that the children in that area are safe from this virus. She stated that the article also talks about mosquito control. She stated that the health department can come back and do a presentation regarding this for the City of Petersburg. She stated that she has been very concerned about the City’s budget and finances. She stated that she personally wants to do something about it. She stated that she wants to direct the City Manager and ask Ms. Belton if she can direct human resources on the route to go about given up her salary as council person and have it diverted to the general fund. She stated that she would like to do her part in helping the City with their resources. Council Member Hart stated that he hopes that everyone enjoyed their holiday weekend. He stated that there will be a Ward 7 meeting in July. He stated that it will be determined shortly. He stated that there have been a lot of youth events in the last month. He stated that they really need the citizen’s help in getting the word out. He stated that the City does not have public information officer now. He stated that there have been a few things that have happened in the City and that there have been a total of maybe 30 kids that have attended. He stated that there are people are saying that there is nothing to do here for the kids. He stated that he does not know what else the City has to do to get the information out to the parents. He stated that if they see the information to please get it out to the parents. He stated that no one is coming out to the events and that there are people spending thousands of dollars on events. He stated that they are looking for children to participate in these events. Council Member Coleman stated that they will meet on August 8th at 6:30pm at A.P. Hill Elementary School. He stated that this will be on Talley Avenue. He stated to please check newspapers and the TV channel for updates. He stated that he has not secured a speaker yet and that hopefully they will do this in the next couple of days. He stated that there will be more information to follow. He stated that he talked to former police chief Morris Jones today. He stated that he informed him that there is a meeting Thursday from 6:00pm- 8:00pm at the Church of Christ on South Street. He stated that it is regarding community policing. He stated that everyone is invited to attend. Council Member Moore made a motion in regards that 29 and 41 South Union Street that City Council authorizes a 14 day open RFP period after which final disposition of the property will be determined. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Parham. There was discussion among City Council Members and staff. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Moore, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers Council Member Moore made a motion in regards that 801 South Adams Street that City Council authorizes a 14 day open RFP period after which final disposition of the property will be determined. The motion was seconded by Mayor Myers. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Hart, Hill, Moore, Parham and Myers; Abstained: Coleman; Voting No: Wilson-Smith Council Member Hill thanked everyone for coming out to his meeting last week. He stated that they had a great time. He stated that on August 22nd, Ward 2 and Ward 3 will be having a Business Town Hall Meeting. He stated that it will be on Crater Road talking about signage. He stated that they will be at Mad Italian on Crater Road and that it will start at 6:30pm. He stated that they are reaching out to all businesses in that area. He stated that he tried something different instead of driving through his ward. He stated that he rode his bike throughout his entire ward. He stated that it took him about three hours to do this. He stated that he was able to speak to people in his ward as he was out riding. He stated that a lot of things that he gives to the City Manager are things in other wards. He stated that he does not just focus on his ward but other areas as well. He stated that he knows that it has been talked about changing the City to a Town. He stated that the group is to look over the charter and come back with recommendations. Council Member Hill made a motion to appoint Ronald Flock (Ward 1), Samuel Rhue (Ward 2), Jeffrey Fleming (Ward 3), Julian Greene (Ward 4), Annie Mickens (Ward 5), Patricia Nunnally (Ward 6), Willie Noise  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -7– ______________________________________________________________________________ (Ward 7), Vice Mayor Samuel Parham and Council Member Brian Moore. The motion was seconded by Mayor Myers. There was discussion among City Council Members. Council Member Hill rescinded his motion. Council Member Hill stated that he still has the floor. He stated that his applicant is in. He stated that this is pretty much all that he has. He stated that he sees that some of them are in the dark. Vice Mayor Parham stated that there will be a Joint Ward Meeting of Ward 2 and Ward 3 on August 22nd. He stated that the guest speaker will be Michelle Peters, Director of Community Planning and Development. He stated that she will be speaking on signage and changes to the zoning to accommodate different types of signs on Crater Road. He stated that they will be getting the businesses included as well. He stated that also in Ward 3 on August 4th from 9:00am – 2:00pm, they are having their 2nd Annual Ward 3 Job Fair. He stated that School Board Member Ken Pritchett and he will be hosting this event. He stated that he encourages anyone to bring people who need jobs to attend. He stated that they have to build up a population of workers. He stated that everyone that brought jobs to the event were thoroughly impressed. He stated that the event will take place at Petersburg High School. He stated that they are at this point that they have to make wise cuts to the City to increase the service and cut the budget some. He stated that he knows that they have been studying for some time in taking all the emergency services and splitting up the services. He stated that he thinks that it is time to put this to bed. Vice Mayor Parham made a motion to instruct the City Manager to have conversation with Southside Virginia Emergency Crew in taking 100% of emergency calls and start the process of having one provider in the City. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hart. There was discussion among City Council Members. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Moore and Parham; Voting No: Wilson-Smith, Myers Mayor Myers stated that the last week of the month of July there will be a Ward 5 meeting. He stated that it will be at Third Baptist Church in the field. He stated that there will be refreshments and speakers during that time. He stated that it will be announced at the next City Council meeting. 10. CITY MANAGER’S AGENDA: Ms. Belton read from the handout that was passed along to City Council Members. She gave an overview regarding the budget. Vice Mayor Parham made a motion that based on the information from the Acting City Manager regarding the current fiscal condition of the City, he proposes a reduction of 20% be made effective July 9, 2016. He stated that this reduction will be made to reduce personnel cost to fit anticipated revenues. The motion was seconded by Council Member Hill. There was discussion among City Council Members. The motion was approved on roll call. On roll call vote, voting yes: Coleman, Hart, Hill, Moore, Wilson-Smith, Parham and Myers a. City Manager’s Report 1. Is the BZA still functioning? a. Yes, the Board of Zoning Appeals is still functioning. The Board meetings are held every 4th Thursday of the month, as needed, to handle zoning cases. The next meeting will be July 28, 2016 at 2:00pm at the Petersburg City Hall, in the Old Council Chambers. The agenda for this meeting will be posted to the website on July 11, 2016. All agendas from 2015 – 2016 have also been updated to the website. 2. What is the status of the Work in Progress 2015 Goals?  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -8– ______________________________________________________________________________ a. Currently, each City department is working on a more in-depth strategic planning process to include actions plans and key performance indicators. Each plan will focus on the City’s hour goals: Create and maintains a clean City; create and maintain a Safe City; Create and Maintain a Customer Service Centered City; and Create and Maintain a results driven City. 3. What is the status of the Farmer’s Market? a. The Office of Economic Development reports that due to a cool and rainy spring, the weather has affected the growth and availability of locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables. This has impacted the farmers market. Staff continues to communicate and work with local vendors. We anticipate an increase in vendors and produce later in July. 4. How much is in the new budget for homelessness for citizens in and from Petersburg? a. The City of Petersburg does not have a designated fund that is set aside for homelessness. The Petersburg Department of Social Services (DSS) assists persons who are homeless, and who meet specific categories and criteria for benefits and services through the Department of Social Services. Some examples include children at risk of entering Foster Care, and vulnerable persons who are over 60, or have a disability. DSS also makes referrals to Flagler Housing Resource Center, CARES, and Central Intake (Richmond Shelter) for assistance and possible resources through Rapid Rehousing. Social Services also has a small fund of Prevention Money and Promoting Safe and Stable Families Funding that can be used to prevent neglect of children. 5. What is the accounting cost of the I AM Petersburg branding including the I AM Petersburg Golf Merchandise? a. During Fiscal Year 2015, the I AM Petersburg Campaign was budgeted $5,000. This campaign was not funded in 2016. Dogwood Trace is an enterprise fund was not included in the general “I AM Petersburg” Campaign. Approximately 120 items were purchased by Dogwood Trace with the “I AM Petersburg Golf” Logo and approximately 20 of those items remain to be sold as of last week. 6. What is the status of payments to the Water Authorities, South Central Waste Water Authority, Virginia Retirement System and Container First? a. The Appomattox River Water Authority and South Central Waste Water Authority accounts are both current and up to date. Currently, the City is within the established payment plans for both the Virginia Retirement System and Container First. 7. Where is the Green Box which contained old financial records? a. The Green Box was found at the Department of Finance. The City is working to decide on the best home for the historical records. 8. Should the land books be bound and who should receive a copy? a. The Commissioner of Revenue reports the following regarding land book requirements. According to the Virginia State Code 58.1-3310: Each commissioner of revenue must retain one copy of the original land book. The Commissioner of Revenue must deliver a copy to the City Treasurer, file a copy with the Clerk of Circuit Court and City Assessor. If the Virginia Department of Taxation requests a copy in writing a copy is to be provided to the Virginia Department of Taxation not the State Treasurer. The Commissioner of Revenue is required to preserve the original for six years and current. The commission of Revenue has fulfilled all requirements according to code. 11. CLERK OF CITY COUNCIL'S AGENDA:  Minutes from the Petersburg City Council meeting held on: July 5, 2016 -9– ______________________________________________________________________________ *No items for this portion of the agenda. 12. CITY ATTORNEY’S AGENDA: Mr. Flynn stated that he has asked to work with the Treasurer and Commissioner of Revenue. He stated that Ms. Powell had a meeting with them and that they are trying to work things out in making sure that the billing is done correctly. He stated that at the next meeting he is asking his colleague John Woodley to come and do a brief presentation on the Johnson Controls, Inc. issues. He stated only if this is satisfactory with City Council Members. Mayor Myers replied yes. 13. CLOSED SESSION (IF NECESSARY): No closed is necessary. 14. ADJOURNMENT: City Council adjourned at 8:14p.m. _________________________ Clerk of City Council APPROVED: _________________________ Mayor