City Council

Council Minutes February 6, 2020 – 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting The Pinson City Council met in regular session in Council Chambers at 4410 Main Street on Thursday, February 6, 2020. 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 Galamore Councilor Roberts Councilor Churchwell Councilor McCain Minutes: Councilor Roberts offered a motion to waive the reading of the January 23, 2020, minutes. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say "no", all in favor say "aye." Councilor Churchwell made a motion to accept the minutes as written of the January 23, 2020, 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 both motions passed unanimously". Councilor Roberts offered a motion to enter executive session to discuss litigation. Councilor Tanner duly seconded the motion. 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 stated we will be approximately 5 minutes. Mayor Sanders called council out of executive session. Committee Chair Comments: Councilor Tanner offered a motion to pay the bills in the amount of $40,669.82, a copy of the bills schedule is attached. 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 the motion passed unanimously." Mayors Report: Bob Jones, Director of Public Safety gave a brief report regarding property located at 6886 Highway 75. Councilor Roberts offered a resolution concerning 6886 Highway 75. Councilor McCain duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion. As there was no discussion, Mayor Sanders asked for a roll call vote with the following results: Mayor Sanders-yes; Councilor Tanner-yes; Councilor Galamore-yes; Councilor Roberts-yes; Councilor Churchwell-yes; Councilor McCain-yes. Mayor Sanders, resolution passes unanimously as, Resolution 20-6. Councilor Galamore offered a motion to approve the purchase of 30 Christmas Pole lights, at a cost of $10,000.00. Councilor McCain duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders asked council to give him a list of the items they want, and he will make sure they are still available. 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 passed unanimously". Mayor Sanders spoke to the Lock Down incident regarding Rudd Middle School and Pinson Valley High School last week. Mayor Sanders stated at no time was there a gun; at no time was there a fight; at no time was anyone trying to break down the door of Councilor Galamore’s classroom; at no time were any homes in Innsbrooke being invaded. Mayor Sanders asked the public to be mindful of what they post on Social Media, adding most of the post were erroneous. Mayor Sanders stated we applaud the Sheriff’s Department for their work in this case as well as the school administration of both schools who worked feverously to protect the children. Councilor Roberts added the posts to Social Media caused undo panic. Councilor Tanner offered a motion to authorize the purchase of a new 2019 Kawasaki Mule 4010 4X4 plus accessories, in the amount of $10,554.50. 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 the motion passed unanimously." Councilor Churchwell offered a motion to accept a quote from Cedar Cove Enterprises for roof replacement at Bradford Park, in the amount of $8,620.00. Councilor Roberts duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders stated he sent request for quotes to 6 different vendors, but only received 3 quotes with Cedar Cove being the lowest. Mayor Sanders called for any discussion., Councilors Tanner and Galamore asked that the roof be the same as all the city buildings. 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." Old Business: Councilor McCain offered a 2nd reading on an ordinance for incoming officials. Councilor Galamore offered a motion to authorize flooring for the Rock School kitchen, at a cost of $8,956.25. 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 passed unanimously." Attorney Black gave a report concerning VHF Holdings, LLC and the possible Shoney’s Restaurant, stating Keith Hall and Frank Hall were offered an incentive to bring Shoney’s to Pinson. The city had some up-front expenses for the validation proceeding which Keith Hall promised to repay the city. Attorney Black stated, in 2019 we began having trouble receiving updates and it became apparent that Shoney’s was not going to happen for Pinson. Attorney Black added, the city has not been reimbursed any of the expenses and in light of the recent news it appears VHF Holdings, LLC has defunct, as they have shut down Wintzell’s in Fultondale. Councilor Roberts stated we are disappointed, but it makes sense to hold off on any action toward VHF Holdings since they have no assets. Councilor Churchwell stated we really wanted Shoney’s to come to Pinson, but after his visit to the Fultondale Shoney’s he noted it was not good and probably a blessing in disguise. Mayor Sanders stated council has no action at this time, adding VHF Holdings did not receive any of the incentives as that was to be distributed on the backside of this agreement. New Business: Mayor Sanders suspended rules and introduced, Paul Rondeau, Development Manager for Huddle House. Mr. Rondeau stated Huddle House has closed on the property and they have all permits in hand. Mr. Rondeau stated this store will seat up to 84. Will employ 37- 44 people and will operate during the hours of 7:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m. 7 days a week. Mr. Rondeau stated they plan to have the restaurant opened by April 22, 2020. Mayor Sanders reinstated rules. Allison Scanlan, Library Director/2020 Census Coordinator, gave the Library report, as well as an update on the 2020 Census. Mrs. Scanlan stated April 1st is Census Day, adding there will also be someone at CityFest to assist citizens regarding the Census and someone with the Census Bureau will attend all Movie in the Park dates. Public Comment: None. Councilor Roberts offered a motion to enter executive session to discuss litigation, real estate, Security of infrastructure, and trade and commerce. Councilor McCain duly seconded the motion. Attorney Black, I provide certification in regard to litigation 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 McCain moved to adjourn. Councilor Tanner duly seconded the motion. Mayor Sanders called for all opposed to say “no”, all in favor say “aye”. Motion carried. Adjourned at 8:34 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marie Turner, City Clerk Bills: 2-06-2020 Alabama Power- City Hall- $1,319.87 Account Balances @ 1/31/2020: Rock School $2,430.02 Regions General Fund $ 758,696.23 Triangle Park- $71.87 Regions MM Capital Fund 6,145.33 Community Center- $212.00 Regions Debt.Srv.Rock Sch. 18,562.00 PHCC- $2,896.76 Hometown Library Fund 1,222.42 Powell Ave- $132.78 Wells Fargo 4-6-5 241,700.68 PYSC- $1,702.24 Wells Fargo 7-2 18,063.03 Bicentennial Park- $2,530.30 Wells Fargo Misc. Road 45,158.76 School Dr.- $222.57 Hometown Saving Acct 53,708.81 Charter- City Hall- $199.88 Berney- $114.52 Mayer Electric- $311.93 Pike's Plumbing- $96.59 Light's of Christmas- $3,105.44 David Stewart- $2,795.00 Jefferson County Mayor's Association- $1,432.60 Jefferson County Commission- PACA dues $15.97 Jacob Reach- 2/6 $175.00 Phillip George- PVHS 1/21 $175.00 James Butterbrod- PVHS- 1/21 $175.00 Chris Sharit- PVHS- 1/25,1/30,2/4,2/6 $700.00 Derrick King- PVHS-1/21,1/25,1/30 $525.00 Prestige Monitoring- Rock School $270.00 American Testing Laboratory- Storm Shelter $300.00 Posten's Overhead Door- PVHS $230.00 Eastern Tree Service-PHCC $1,200.00 AT&T-Bicentennial $93.43 AT&T- Bicentennial Internet $96.90 American Promo- Public Works $1,412.40 Kellis Vegetation- PYSC $6,671.00 Eric Melton- PYSC $100.00 Umpires- PYSC $600.00 BSN Sports- PYSC $288.90 Kanopy- Library $56.00 Kevin Scanlan- Library $255.00 Hoopla- Library $535.23 JCLC- Library $3,090.71 Verizon- (Misc Rd.) $984.65 Wex- (Misc Rd.) $452.22 Sweeping Corp of America- (Misc Rd) $2,438.00 Alabama Power- (7/2) $255.04 Total: $40,669.82 Hand Arendall Harrison Sale- To Be Paid 2/20/2020- $5,833.97