City Council

Council Minutes July 3, 2014 – 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting The Pinson City Council met in regular session in Council Chambers at 4410 Main Street on Thursday, July 3, 2014. 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 Absent: Councilor McCain Minutes: Councilor Roberts made a motion to waive the reading of the June 5, 2014, 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 5, 2014, meeting. Councilor Churchwell 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." Councilor Roberts made a motion to waive the reading of the June 19, 2014, 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 19, 2014, meeting. Councilor Churchwell 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: Public Safety: Councilor Cochran reminded everyone of the State Fireworks law which states no fireworks within 600 ft. of any structure. Finance: Councilor Tanner made a motion to approve payment of the bills in the amount of $56,501.81; a copy of the bills schedule is attached. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. Councilor Tanner mentioned that $28,000.00 of the total is for our contracted Deputies. Mayor Sanders called for 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’s Report: Mayor Sanders mentioned that paving has begun in Emerald Forest with patching and paving to follow. Councilor Roberts offered a motion to approve Pinson Elementary Schools request that their $12,500.00 yearly allocation be used for paving the Bus Ramp. 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 motion with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes. Mayor Sanders, motion passes unanimously. Mayor Sanders announced the July 17, 2014, Council meeting will be held at PHCC at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Sanders called for any comments on the abatement cases located at 4247 Walnut Street or 4246 Brumbeloe Drive. Mayor Sanders stated “Let the record reflect there was no one present to speak for or against either case”. Councilor Cochran offered a resolution confirming costs associated with abating a public nuisance at 4247 Walnut Street, at a cost of $464.11. 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. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as, Resolution 14-20. Councilor Cochran offered a resolution confirming costs associated with abating a public nuisance at 4246 Brumbeloe Drive, at a cost of $564.11. 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. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as, Resolution 14-21. Mayor Sanders mentioned he and Councilor Churchwell had met with Tammy Hogan regarding repairs and other needs at PVYA. Mayor Sanders stated regarding the helmet comment made at a prior meeting, it is time to order equipment and there are approximately 40 helmets that need to be re-certified. Mayor Sanders suspended rules and opened a public hearing regarding case Z-2014-08, located at 6608 Old Bradford Road. Luis Cardona-5741 Red Hollow Road. Mr. Cardona is the applicant of the property and stated that he is waiting on one more report and due to the holiday he should have it in a couple of weeks. Mr. Cardona asked council to postpone his hearing until the next meeting on July 17, 2014. Mayor Sanders stated there was no one present to speak against case Z-2014-08. Mayor Sanders added there was no one present to speak for or against case Z-2014-10 or Z-2014-11. Mayor Sanders reinstated rules. Councilor Cochran offered a motion to table Case Z-2014-8. Councilor Tanner 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 the motion to table passed unanimously." Councilor Cochran offered an ordinance changing the zoning classification of real estate located in the City of Pinson, Alabama, located at 5981 & 5980 Willow Ridge Road, from Jefferson County zoning R2 to City of Pinson zoning RM. 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. Mayor Sanders, unanimous consent passes. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. After some 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. Mayor Sanders, ordinance passes unanimously as Ordinance 2014-26. Councilor Cochran offered an ordinance changing the zoning classification of real estate located in the City of Pinson, Alabama, located at 5408 Saddle Ridge Lane, 5551 Saddle Ridge Drive, 5300 Stable House Drive, and 5000 Stonearbor Drive, from Jefferson County zoning R2 to City of Pinson zoning RM. Councilor Churchwell 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. Mayor Sanders, unanimous consent passes. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. After some 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. Mayor Sanders, ordinance passes unanimously as Ordinance 2014-27. Old Business: Councilor Tanner offered a motion to have the sign face at the Rock School replaced with the City Seal and to read Rock School Center Established 1921. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. Councilor Cochran asked that council receives a proof prior to the final decision. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. As there was no further discussion, Mayor Sanders called for a roll call vote with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes. Mayor Sanders, motion passes unanimously. Councilor Roberts offered resolution streamlining and clarifying budgeting and budget reporting. Councilor Cochran duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. After some 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. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes as Resolution 14-22. New Business: Councilor Tanner offered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into a contract with Jefferson County, Alabama regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program. Councilor Roberts duly seconded the motion. Attorney Black explained the purpose of the contract. 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. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as Resolution 14-23. Councilor Cochran offered a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute miscellaneous documents or items required for park construction. Councilor Tanner duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. Councilor Cochran stated he felt that item 5 should have an amount of $2,500.00 limit added and anything over that should be brought before council. Councilor Tanner accepted the addition. Mayor Sanders called for any further discussion. After brief discussion, Mayor Sanders called for a roll call vote on the main resolution with the following results: Mayor Sanders-abstain; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Cochran-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes as Resolution 14-24. Councilor Cochran offered an ordinance to provide for the issuance of $2,110,000.00 principal amount of General Obligation Warrants, Series 2014, of the City of Pinson, Alabama, regarding the Park. Councilor Tanner 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. Mayor Sanders, unanimous consent passes. 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. Mayor Sanders, ordinance passes unanimously as Ordinance 2014-25. Councilor Churchwell asked about the mowing at the park site and how much longer it will continue. Mayor Sanders stated once the contractor starts the park we will only have the areas not in the construction area mowed. Councilor Churchwell stated the bills for Cutters with the large amounts for clearing should be cut out then? Mayor Sanders stated, yes. Public Comment: Pete Chandler, 4450 Silver Lake Road. Mr. Chandler apologized for his comments at the last council meeting. Barry Wilson, PHCC President. Encouraged everyone to get out and vote on July 15th. Mr. Wilson updated council on work that has been done at PHCC. Councilor Cochran offered a motion to enter executive session for the purpose of discussing litigation and trade and commerce. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders, I provide certification in regard to trade and commerce it would be detrimental if items were discussed in open forum. Attorney Black, I provide certification in regard to litigation 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 called council out of executive session. Councilor Cochran moved to adjourn. Councilor Roberts duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say “no”, all in favor say “aye”. Motion carried. Adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marie Turner, City Clerk July 3, 2014 Minutes Adopted ____________ Bills: 07/03/14 Jeff Hall-Security Turkey Creek $ 300.00 Account Balances @05/30/14: Jim Dooley-Farmers Market Mgr 400.00 Regions General Fund $680,213.14 Alabama Power-City Hall 2,133.64 Regions Debt Service Fund 4,067.67 Rock School 576.61 Regions Debt.Srv.Rock Sch. 7,316.86 Triangle Pk 58.54 Regions MM Capital Fund 97,407.64 Comm Ctr 243.70 Hometown Library Fund 2,271.27 Lane St. 34.09 Wachovia 4-6-5 253,011.84 Spring Street 132.39 Wachovia 7-2 259,266.72 PHCC 866.83 Wachovia Misc. Road 47,297.77 Alapestco 85.00 BJC Animal Control 856.25 Reserve CD @ 06/21/13 $251,318.00 Acceptance Janitorial 352.17 AT&T 879.79 Cutters Small Eng.-Park pkg 4 1,170.00 Park add’l 2,415.00 Presley Lawn Care-PVYA 350.00 Jefferson Co. Sheriff’s Off. 28,324.19 Craig’s Lawn Srvc.-PKG 2 1,090.00 PKG 5 198.00 Edgewire Digital 20.00 UNA-Training Esquire 169.00 Goodwyn/Mills/Cawood 2,263.45 Randall Terry-PHCC 670.00 Rock School 20.00 Spring Street 9.00 Pete Chandler-PHCC 580.00 Spring Street 80.00 APEX-PHCC 144.00 Oneonta Utilities-PHCC 8.56 JCLC-Library 100.00 Dell-Library 11.53 DEMCO Library 432.82 Regions (capital) 3,854.18 Waste Pro (misc road) 247.90 Call-A-Haul (misc road) 1,989.26 Moore coal (misc road) 368.50 Verizon Wireless (misc road) 682.01 SA-SO (misc road) 73.85 Craig’s Lawn Srvc-(misc road) 1,295.00 Sullivan Communications (misc road) 249.00 Sweeping Corp. (misc road) 1,450.00 Advance Cleaning (7/2) 1,145.00 Alabama Power-streetlights (7/2) 172.55 TOTAL $ 56,501.81