City Council

Council Minutes June 6, 2013 – 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting The Pinson City Council met in regular session in Council Chambers at 4410 Main Street on Thursday, June 6, 2013. Mayor Sanders led the invocation. Councilor Tanner led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Roll Call: Marie Turner, City Clerk, called roll of Pinson City Council with the following council members present: Mayor Sanders Councilor Tanner Councilor Cochran Councilor Roberts Councilor Churchwell Councilor McCain Minutes: Councilor Roberts made a motion to waive the reading of the May 16, 2013, minutes. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say "no", all in favor say "aye." Councilor Cochran made a motion to accept the minutes as written of the May 16, 2013, meeting. Councilor Roberts duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. As there was no discussion, Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say "no", all in favor say "aye." Mayor Sanders "Let the record reflect that both motions passed unanimously." Committee Chair Comments: Finance: Councilor Tanner made a motion to approve payment of the bills in the amount of $60,993.43; a copy of the bills schedule is attached. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. Councilor Tanner mentioned that approximately $28,000.00 of this total was to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office for the contract Deputies. Mayor Sanders mentioned that it has also been 3 weeks since our last meeting. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. As there was no further discussion, Mayor Sanders called for all opposed say "no", all in favor say "aye." Mayor Sanders, "Let the record reflect that the motion passed unanimously.” Councilor Tanner offered a first reading on the 2013/2014 Budget. Councilor Tanner offered a motion to allocate $1,000.00 per month from the Misc. Road Fund for the Mayor and Public Safety Chairman’s salaries. Councilor Roberts duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders mentioned that this is an internal allocation that does not affect pay or bottom line. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. As there was no further discussion, Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say “no”, all in favor say “aye”. Mayor Sanders “Let the record reflect the motion passed unanimously”. Public Safety: Councilor Cochran offered a motion to approve a $500.00 reward in the arrest, conviction and recovery of the recent thefts. Councilor McCain duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders stated the thefts were in the Saddle Ridge, Willow Ridge, Tyler Loop Cove areas. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. As there was no discussion, Mayor Sanders called for all opposed say “no”, all in favor say “aye”. Mayor Sanders “Let the record reflect the motion passed unanimously. Enhancements: Councilor McCain reported that unfortunately the weather did not cooperate for Movies in the Park this year and attendance was down. Councilor McCain added that we are looking into purchasing our own equipment in the future, Councilor McCain stated that the enhancements committee has discussed rather than purchasing a Christmas Tree we are looking into decorating the big cedar tree in Triangle Park. Councilor McCain added she will be meeting with some companies to get prices on putting up and taking down decorations and will update council when she has that information. Mayor’s Report: Mayor Sanders mentioned that Robbie Roberts would like to vacate his position on the Library Board and has agreed to continue until a replacement is appointed. Mayor Sanders asked that if anyone is interested please contact him. Mayor Sanders opened the Public Hearing regarding a post annexation concerning 8150 and 8230 Emerald Lake Dr. West and called for any comments or objections from the public. Mayor Sanders stated “Let the record reflect there was no public comment made”. Mayor Sanders closed the Public Hearing. Councilor McCain offered an ordinance changing the zoning classification of real estate located in the City of Pinson, Alabama, 8150 & 8230 Emerald Lake Dr. West from Jefferson County zoning A1 to City of Pinson zoning AG. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders mentioned that this property is 200 acres that we recently annexed into the City of Pinson. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. As there was no further discussion, Mayor Sanders called for a roll call vote on the main ordinance with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders , ordinance passes unanimously as Ordinance 2013-10. Mayor Sanders mentioned the Planning Commission meeting to be held on June 18, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. Mayor Sanders added that at a recent meeting Thomas Simmons was elected Chairman and David Gillian was elected Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission. Mayor Sanders opened a Public Hearing concerning the abatement of property located at 4247 Walnut Street. One unidentified resident present spoke in favor of the abatement. Mayor Sanders closed the Public Hearing. Councilor Roberts offered a resolution declaring a public nuisance relating to overgrown grass/weeds at 4247 Walnut Street. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. As there was no discussion, Mayor Sanders called for a roll call vote on the main resolution with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Couincilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as Resolution 13-23. Mayor Sanders mentioned that the condensing unit at PVYA failed and with tournaments ongoing there was an urgent need and it has now been replaced. Old Business: Councilor Churchwell announced that on Saturday June 8, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. there will be a Grave Marking Ceremony at Baird-Tatum Cemetery, due to the lack of parking space at the cemetery there will be shuttles running from Restoration Chruch to the cemetery. Councilor Churchwell added that there will be a reception at Restoration Church following the ceremony. New Business: Councilor Cochran offered a motion to authorize $3,000.00 of the schools discretionary funds to PVHS Band for New Yamaha Drums. Councilor Tanner duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders stated that the band has already raised $10,000.00 of the $13,000 needed to purchase the drums. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. As there was no further discussion, Mayor Sanders called for a roll call vote on the main motion with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, motion passes unanimously. Councilor Cochran mentioned that he recently attended a PVHS Booster Meeting and reported that the Boosters are exploring placing Sprint Turf on the football field. Councilor Cochran added the cost for this is approximately $560,000.00, and although the Boosters are in the discussion phase now, it could be presented to council for discussion at a later date. Mayor Sanders suspended rules to allow Jane Ross of Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood to give a report on the proposed park. Ms. Ross reviewed the main features of the proposed park and the phasing recommendations. Mayor Sanders stated there will be a Work Session on Thursday June 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the proposed park. Public Comment: Pete Chandler, 4450 Silver Lake Road. Do we have an update on the Farmer’s Market? Mayor Sanders stated that he has made contact with the Farmers Market Co-op in Montgomery and it could possibly be this fall before we can begin. Councilor Cochran offered a motion to enter executive session for the purpose of discussing litigation, real estate and trade and commerce. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Attorney Black, I provide certification in regard to litigation that it would be detrimental if items were discussed in open forum. Mayor Sanders, I provide certification in regard to trade and commerce it would be detrimental if items were discussed in open forum. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed say “no”, all in favor say “aye. Mayor Sanders, “Let the record reflect the motion passed unanimously”. Mayor Sanders stated we will not reconvene other than to adjourn. Mayor Sanders called council out of executive session. Councilor Cochran moved to adjourn. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say “no”, all in favor say “aye”. Motion carried. Adjourned at 8:38 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marie Turner, City Clerk June 6, 2013 Minutes Adopted ____________ Bills: 06/06/13 Jim’s Signs $ 250.00 AT&T 783.37 Account Balances @05/31/13: Regions General Fund $809,278.81 Regions Debt Service Fund 2,231.25 Robbie Roberts-reimb.ALM training mileage 128.03 Acceptance Janitorial 352.17 Regions MM Capital Fund 123,540.72 Alabama Power-City Hall 1,433.91 Hometown-Library Fund 2,586.93 Triangle Park 36.68 Account Balances @04/30/13: Lane Street 30.42 Wachovia 4-6-5 280,857.40 Comm Ctr 131.76 PHCC 624.91 Wachovia 7-2 239,427.47 Trussville Utilities-City Hall 153.57 Wachovia Misc. Road 47,986.07 Comm Ctr 37.29 Cutters Small Eng. 5,955.00 Reserve CD @ 12/21/12 $250,911.48 Craig’s Lawn Srvc 160.00 BJC Animal Control 770.00 John Leon-Security TCNP 150.00 Bob Jones-Security TCNP 150.00 Smith Roofing-covered leaking roof with tarp 250.00 Alabama Graphics 200.00 Edgewire Digital 20.00 Alapestco 95.00 Jeff. Co. Sheriff’s Office 28,324.19 SBM Systems-qtrly website hosting 119.85 Advance Cleaning Srvcs-City Properties 990.00 Stone & Sons-PVHS 238.72 Advance Cleaning Srvcs-PVYA 390.00 APEX-PVYA 2,088.00 Randall Terry-PHCC $380.00;PVYA $115.00 495.00 Oneonta Utilities-PHCC 8.56 AT&T-PHCC 154.49 U.S.P.S.-Library P.O. Box Rental 106.00 AT&T-Library 245.02 Amazon-Library 718.47 JCLC-Library 100.00 Regions mortgage (capital) 3,854.18 APEX (capital) 1,767.00 Call-A-Haul (misc road) 3,931.00 Moore Coal (misc road) 238.50 Waste Pro (misc road) 61.90 SA-SO (misc road) 259.00 Central Communications-speed trailer repair (misc road) 690.25 Craig’s Lawn Srvc (misc road) 1,890.00 Verizon Wireless (misc road) 537.12 Advance Cleaning Srvcs-R-O-W mowing (7/2) 1,115.00 Alabama Power-streetlights (7-2) 959.07 TOTAL $ 60,993.43 April Gross Payroll $27,459.90 Hand Arendall to be paid 6/20/13 $9,298.39