City Council

Council Minutes June 20, 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 20, 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 June 6, 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 June 6, 2013, meeting. Councilor McCain 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 $31,413.11; a copy of the bills schedule is attached. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. 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 that the motion passed unanimously.” Councilor Tanner offered a motion to accept the 2013/2014 Budget. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders stressed that the budget is an estimate of revenues and expenses. Mayor Sanders stated that although we are not required to have a budget, if we chose to create a budget we can only budget up to 90% and there is no law to hold us to that budget. Mayor Sander 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 passed unanimously. Councilor Churchwell offered an ordinance annexing certain territory into the corporate limits of the City of Pinson, Alabama, regarding property owned by The Village in Pinson, LLC and The Freshwater Land Trust. Councilor Roberts duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for unanimous consent to consider with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, unanimous consent passes unanimously. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. As there was no 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 2013-11. Enhancements: Councilor McCain mentioned the Turkey Creek Nature Preserve’s Float Your Boat event will be held on July 20, 2013, and boats can be purchased for $5.00. 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 zoning classification concerning 4685 and 4689 Centerpoint Road 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, 4685 and 4689 Centerpoint Road from Jefferson County zoning C1 to City of Pinson zoning HC. Councilor Cochran 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 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 2013-12. Mayor Sanders opened the Public Hearing regarding a post annexation zoning classification concerning 4685 and 4689 Centerpoint Road 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, 3703 and 3705 Osage Lane from Jefferson County zoning RT to City of Pinson zoning CU. Councilor Cochran 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 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 2013-13. Mayor Sanders opened a Public Hearing concerning the abatement of property located at 6195 Kaley Lane and 5825 Walnut Grove Road. One unidentified resident present spoke in favor of the abatement of 6195 Kaley Lane. Mayor Sanders closed the Public Hearing. Councilor Cochran offered a resolution declaring a public nuisance relating to overgrown grass/weeds at 6195 Kaley Lane. Councilor Roberts 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; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as Resolution 13-24. Councilor Cochran offered a resolution declaring a public nuisance relating to overgrown grass/weeds at 5825 Walnut Grove Road. Councilor Tanner 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; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as Resolution 13-25. Councilor Cochran offered a motion to approve the purchase of 4 loads of gravel for PHCC parking lot at a cost of approximately $2,000.00. Councilor Tanner duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders mentioned that PHCC has already purchased 6 loads but is in need of 4 more to complete the project. 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.” Mayor Sanders reported that he will have a reconsideration of bids regarding the PHCC roof at the next meeting. Mayor Sanders added that the original bidders will re-bid and he has received 3 prices and waiting on a possible fourth. Mayor Sanders stated that it is estimated not to exceed $50,000.00, therefore it is not a puble works bid. Old Business: Councilor Churchwell reported that the June 8, 2013, Grave Marking ceremony at Baird-Tatum Cemetery, was well attended with 90 people in attendance form all over the state. Councilor Churchwell added the reception at Restoration Church was very nice as well. Mayor Sanders offered a first reading on a resolution accepting the conceptual Master Plan and the phasing proposal and authoring the Mayor to accept a proposal from Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood for construction design of the park. New Business: Councilor Churchwell offered a motion to authorize raises for City Hall employees, as follows: City Clerk/Treasurer, Marie Turner-$2.00/hr.; Mayor Assistant, Anje May-$1.50/hr.; Zoning Administrator, Bob Jones-$1.00/hr. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. Councilor Cochran stated that although we have added other benefits for our employees, they have not received a raise in 3 years. Councilor Churchwell stated that the last raises for Marie and Anje were in November 2010 and Bob was hired in September 2011 and this will be his first raise. Mayor Sanders mentioned that RSA was a benefit that was added for our employees. Councilor Cochran added that they have also recently received sick time and vacation time. 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 Roberts offered a resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute a contract to purchase certain property, located at 4286 Main Street, in the amount of $36,000.00. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders stated that this building is 6 inches lower than the other buildings around it and it floods first. Mayor Sanders added that the plan is to make this area a green space, pocket park. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. As there was no further discussion, Mayor Sanders called for a roll call vote on the main resolution with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as Resolution 13-26. Councilor Tanner offered a motion to change the July 4,.2013, meeting to July 2, 2013, due to the holiday. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. 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.” Public Comment: Barry Wilson, PHCC President. Mr. Wilson reported that 6 loads of gravel have been added to the parking lot at PHCC and the additional gravel the city has approved will help complete the project. Mr. Wilson added that this has helped the parking lot tremendously. Jack Chandler, 4267 Walnut Street. Thanked council for getting grass cut on Walnut Street and asked about a Speed Limit sign near the highway. Sonya Norris, Sonya’s Stuff on Main Street. Requested that council consider putting a parking lot rather than a pocket park on the property to be purchased on Main Street. Mayor Sanders stated that council will take a look at that once we have acquired the property and demo the building, adding that it may be too small for a parking lot. Councilor Cochran moved to adjourn. Councilor McCain duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say “no”, all in favor say “aye”. Motion carried. Adjourned at 7:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marie Turner, City Clerk June 20, 2013 Minutes Adopted ____________ Bills: 06/20/13 BJC Animal Control $ 655.00 Account Balances @05/31/13: Jim’s Signs 260.00 Regions General Fund $809,278.81 Hand Hand Arendall 9,298.39 Regions Debt Service Fund 2,231.25 B’ham Water Works-City Hall 139.98 Regions MM Capital Fund 123,540.72 Triangle Park 20.59 Hometown-Library Fund 2,586.93 Lane Street 20.59 Wachovia 4-6-5 228,550.41 Comm Ctr 41.53 Wachovia 7-2 241,011.01 PHCC 157.70 Wachovia Misc. Road 39,120.21 Regions Visa 4,170.46 Cutters Small Engine 3,684.00 Reserve CD @ 06/21/13 $251,098.15 Advance Cleaning Srvc-City properties 990.00 Trussville Utilities-City Hall 90.99 Comm. Ctr. 41.94 Robb Electric-PVHS 789.84 PVYA 539.83 Bob Jones-Security PVYA Tournament 90.00 Mayer Electric-PVYA 708.51 Regions Visa – Supplies $ 609.70 Advance Cleaning Srvc-PVYA 195.00 Gasoline 191.00 Postage 48.88 APEX-PHCC 412.92 Technology 39.00 Randall Terry-PHCC 420.00 Training 2,894.31 Pete Chandler-PHCC 440.00 Fire Dept 60.00 Nohab-Library 58.34 Equip repair 327.57 Baker & Taylor-Library 1,167.44 Midwest Tape-Library 190.27 DEMCO-Library 116.00 TOTAL $4,170.46 BRODART-Library 297.07 Ingram-Library 1,902.22 Amazon-Library 902.50 Sweeping Corp. (misc road) 1,000.00 Craig’s Lawn Srvc (misc road) 550.00 Call-A-Haul (misc road) 927.00 Advance Cleaning Srvc (7/2)R-O-W mowing 1,135.00 TOTAL $31,413.11 Hand Arendall to be paid 7/2/13 $9,171.05