City Council

Council Minutes January 2, 2025 Regular Meeting The Pinson City Council met in regular session at Pinson City Hall at 4410 Main Street, Pinson, on Thursday, January 2,2025, Mayor Roberts led the invocation. Councilor Walker led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Roll Call: Marie Turner City Clerk, called the roll of Pinson City Council with the following members present: Councilor Irvin Councilor Walker Councilor Sanders Councilor Churchwell Councilor Kirkland Mayor Roberts Minutes: Councilor Kirkland offered a motion to waive the reading of and approve the minutes from December 19, 2024. Councilor Walker duly seconded the motion. Mayor Roberts called for all in favor say ‘aye’, all opposed say ‘no’. Mayor Roberts, “Let the record reflect the ‘ayes’ carry unanimously”. Finance: Councilor Irvin offered a motion to approve the bills in the amount of $65,074.91. Councilor Sanders duly seconded the motion. Mayor Roberts called for all in favor say ‘aye’, all opposed say ‘no’. Mayor Roberts, “Let the record reflect the ‘ayes’ carry unanimously”. Mayor Reports: Mayor Roberts announced that all city facilities and departments are back to normal schedule. Old Business: Councilor Sanders offered a resolution concerning Jones Municipal Consultants, LLC. Councilor Churchwell duly seconded the motion. Mayor Roberts stated Mr. Jones is no longer employed with the city, this is the reason for the resolution and agreement with Mr. Jones. Mayor Roberts called for a roll call vote with the following results: Councilor Irvin- yes, Councilor Walker- yes, Councilor Sanders-yes, Councilor Churchwell- yes, Councilor Kirkland- yes, Mayor Roberts- yes. Mayor Roberts, “let the record reflect Resolution 25-01 passes unanimously.” New Business: Councilor Walker offered a quote for refurbishing football helmets for PYSC in the amount of $8,480.00, for 150 helmets max. Councilor Kirkland duly seconded the motion. Mayor Roberts called for all in favor say ‘aye’, all opposed say ‘no’. Mayor Roberts, “Let the record reflect the ‘ayes’ carry unanimously”. Department Head Report: Allison Scanlan, Pinson Public Library Director, gave the library report. Ms. Scanlan stated the New Social Senior group- Having the time of our Lives will meet every 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. Ms. Scanlan also stated the library received 2 community service grants in the amount of $5,000 each. Heather Lind, Treasurer, reported that ADP is scheduled to go live on Friday. She also mentioned that she and Jacqueline are working with Kelvin Wallace, Accountant, and plan to have an update on the financials and prep for the yearly audit. Kelvin will be available at the next meeting. Eric Winfrey, Operations Director, stated public works did an amazing job in clearing the Main Street Bridge out. Public Comment: Tom Coursey, the Flea Market on Main Street, asked if they are not allowed to continue using the city’s vacant lot for their yard sales. Mayor Roberts stated that it’s correct, at least until the council makes any further decisions regarding public use of city property. Councilor Walker offered a motion to adjourn the meeting. Councilor Irvin duly seconded the motion. Mayor Roberts called for all in favor say ‘aye’, all opposed say ‘no’. Mayor Roberts, “let the record reflect the ‘ayes’ carry, and we are adjourned”. Adjourned at 7:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marie Turner, City Clerk