08 August Regular MINUTES OF THE VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 18,2014
The City Council of the City of Van Buren,Arkansas met at 7:00 p.m. Monday, August
18, 2014 at City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Freeman. On roll call, the
following Council members answered as their names were called: Alderman Parker, Blake,
Moore, Ragsdale Dodd, and Sagely. City Clerk-Treasurer Barbie Curtis and City Attorney
Candice Settle were present. This made a total of nine (9)present. A quorum was declared.
The invocation was given by Mr. Drew Cone, Van Buren School District Activities
Director.
Next, Mayor Freeman led the Pledge of Allegiance.
On the agenda next, Mayor Freeman asked to adopt the minutes of the Council Meeting
on July 21, 2014. Alderman Parker made a motion to approve the minutes. Alderman Ragsdale
seconded the motion. On roll call,the following Council members voted aye: Alderman Sagely,
Parker, Blake, Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd. The following voted nay: none.
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On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO REMOVE CERTAIN FIXED ASSETS FROM THE
CITY OF VAN BUREN'S FIXED ASSET INVENTORY,AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Mayor Freeman asked if there was any discussion.
There was none. Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Dodd moved that the Resolution be
adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll,the following vote resulted: Ayes—Alderman Sagely,
Parker, Blake, Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd.Nays—none.
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution adopted and signed the Resolution, which
was attested by the City Clerk and impressed with the seal of the City.
THE RESOLUTION WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 8-1-2014
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. g - f -2014
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL,FOR THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,A
RESOLUTION TO BE ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO
REMOVE CERTAIN FIXED ASSETS FROM THE CITY OF VAN BUREN'S
FIXED ASSET INVENTORY AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. •
WHEREAS, the City of Van Buren has certain fixed assets on its Fixed Asset Inventory List which were placed on
the Fixed Asset Inventory in error,and
WHEREAS, after an inventory of the fixed assets,it is therefore recommended by our State Auditor that said
item be removed from the City's Fixed Asset Inventory.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,
THAT:
SECTION 1: The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to remove the following asset or assets from the
Fixed Asset Inventory:
Department Amount Description of Inventory Control#
Mayor's Office $25,408.05 Municipal Complex Security System MO-58
SN#N710S0987
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the City of Van Buren,Arkansas,by its City Council,did pass,approve,and
adopt,by a vote of for and&against the foregoing Reso .. at its regular meeting held on the 18th day
of August 2014.
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On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF CERTAIN FIXED
ASSETS FROM THE CITY OF VAN BUREN'S FIXED ASSET INVENTORY,BY
SEALED BID, AUCTION OR OTHER METHODS AUTHORIZED UNDER THE LAW,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Mayor
Freeman asked if there was any discussion. Mayor Freeman mentioned that the first two items
have just been sitting in the yard and not being used and the truck has been parked because of
maintenance issues. Alderman Ragsdale seconded by Alderman Blake moved that the Resolution
be adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted: Ayes—Alderman
Sagely, Parker, Blake,Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd. Nays—none.
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution adopted and signed the Resolution, which
was attested by the City Clerk and impressed with the seal of the City.
THE RESOLUTION WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 8-2-2014
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. g - -2014
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL,FOR THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,A
RESOLUTION TO BE ENTITLED:
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO
REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF CERTAIN FIXED ASSETS FROM THE CITY OF
VAN BUREN'S FIXED ASSET INVENTORY,BY SEALED BID,AUCTION OR
OTHER METHODS AUTHORIZED UNDER THE LAW,AND FOR OI'11LR
PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the City of Van Buren has certain fixed assets on its Fixed Asset Inventory List which are obsolete,
and/or beyond repair,and are no longer cost effective,so as to no longer be needed by the City,and
WHEREAS, after an inventory of fixed assets,it is therefore recommended by our State Auditor that said items or
item be removed from the City's Fixed Asset Inventory and disposed of by sealed bid,auction or as
otherwise authorized under Arkansas law.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,
THAT:
SECTION 1: The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to remove the following asset or assets from the
Fixed Asset Inventory and to dispose of same by sealed bid,auction or other such methods authorized
under the law:
Department Amount Description of Inventory Control#
Street Department $1,814.66 Backhoe Thumb ST-187-A
SN#J100194930
Street Department $1,648.00 LF-30 Dynopack Tamper ST-23
SN#5258469
Field of Dreams $8,950.00 1997 Dodge Pickup DR-73
SN#3B7HC13Y0VG730134
IN WITNES WH RE ,the City of Van Buren, . ,by its City Council,did pass,approve,and
adopt,by a vote of JQfor ,and against the foregoing Reso . at its regular meeting held on the 18'"day
of August 2014.
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Robert D.F- •
Mayor
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City Clerk/Treasurer City Attorney
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On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE
EXISTENCE OF A NUISANCE UPON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE
CORPORATE CITY LIMITS,LOCATED AT 611 POPLAR STREET,FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONDEMNING SAID STRUCTURE; PROVIDING A PERIOD OF TIME
FOR PROPERTY OWNER TO ABATE SAID NUISANCE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Mayor Freeman asked if there was
any discussion. There were no owners present. Alderman Teena Sagely asked if the city would
receive any money back. Mayor Freeman replied that if the owner doesn't remedy the situation
in thirty (30) days we will take bids on property removal and then will file a lien on the property.
Police Chief Kenneth Bell said we receive payment from the owners on approximately half of
the properties we file liens on. Alderman Dodd seconded by Alderman Sagely moved that the
Resolution be adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted: Ayes—
Alderman Sagely, Parker, Blake, Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd.Nays—none.
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution adopted and signed the Resolution, which
was attested by the City Clerk and impressed with the seal of the City.
THE RESOLUTION WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 8-3-2014
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS,THAT:
RESOLUTION NO. D -93 -2014
SECTION 1. The Van Buren City Council hereby finds and declares the house located at the
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL,FOR THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,A address indentified herein to be dangerous,unsightly,unsanitary,dilapidated,
RESOLUTION TO BE ENTITLED: unsafe,obnoxious,a fire hazard,and/or a menace to abutting g properties,with
the current condition of said structure not being fit for human habitation;and
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE EXISTENCE OF A because of such conditions,the City Council hereby declares the same to be
NUISANCE UPON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE condemned as a public nuisance and Is ordered to be abated,removed or razed
CORPORATE CITY LIMITS, LOCATED AT 611 POPLAR by the owner thereof in accordance with City Ordinance and State law. •
STREET, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONDEMNING SAID SECTION 2. In accordance with Van Buren Municipal Code§11.28.08,the owner of record of
STRUCTURE; PROVIDING A PERIOD OF TIME FOR the following described property is hereby directed to raze the same, or
PROPERTY OWNER TO ABATE SAID NUISANCE; AND otherwise abate the above declared nuisance within thirty(30)days after the
FOR OTHER PURPOSES. posting of a true copy of this Resolution at a conspicuous place upon the
structure constituting the nuisance described herein,to-wit:
WHEREAS, the structure set forth above has been found by the Van Buren Code
Enforcement Department to be dangerous, unsightly,unsanitary,dilapidated, Block 1 Lot 19, Faber Subdivision in the City of Van Buren,
obnoxious,unsafe,unfit for human habitation and/or otherwise detrimental to Crawford County,Arkansas.(Parcel No.700-02507-000,located at
public welfare of Van Buren citizens in violation of Van Buren Municipal Code§ 611 Poplar Street and owned by Jason Rider.)
11.28.01 etseq;and
SECTION 3. If the aforementioned structure has not been razed and/or removed within
WHEREAS, the condition of such property, as set forth in Exhibit "A"attached hereto, thirty(30)days after posting a true copy of this resolution at a conspicuous place
constitutes a serious fire,health,and/or safety hazard to the Public and to the upon the structure constituting the nuisance,or the nuisance otherwise abated,
City of Van Buren, and unless immediate action is taken to remedy these the structure shall be torn down and/or removed by the City of Van Buren,or a
conditions, by removing, razing and/or abating said nuisance,there is great duly designated representative.Each day after the aforesaid thirty(30)days in
likelihood that the surrounding property may be damaged by fire originating which said nuisance is not abated shall constitute a separate and distinct offense
from such unsafe hazardous structure.Moreover since the structure is without punishable by fine up to$25.00 per day(Van Buren Ordinance 29-1997).
proper sanitary facilities,and as such is unsafe and hazardous,and provides a
breeding place for rats,rodents and other dangerous germ carriers of disease,it IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF,the/fCity of Van Buren,Arkansas,by its City Council,did pass,
constitutes a serious hazard to the health and safety of the citizens of Van Buren, approve,and adopt,by a vote of W for and 0 against,the foregoing Resolution at its
and should be moved or razed for the purpose of eliminating such hazards.The regular meeting held on the 18th day of August 2014.
city has given proper notice in accordance with Van Buren Municipal Code§
11.28.07.
Robert D.Freeman, a
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Barbie Curtis,City Clerk/Treasurer Candice A.Settle,City Attorney
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On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE
EXISTENCE OF A NUISANCE UPON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE
CORPORATE CITY LIMITS,LOCATED AT 701 POPLAR STREET, FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONDEMNING SAID STRUCTURE; PROVIDING A PERIOD OF TIME
FOR PROPERTY OWNER TO ABATE SAID NUISANCE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Mayor Freeman asked if there was
any discussion. There were no property owners present. Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman
Ragsdale moved that the Resolution be adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll,the following
vote resulted: Ayes—Alderman Sagely, Parker, Blake, Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd. Nays—
none.
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution adopted and signed the Resolution, which
was attested by the City Clerk and impressed with the seal of the City.
THE RESOLUTION WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 8-4-2014
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
CITY OF VAN BUREN,OOARKANSAS ARKANSAS,THAT:
RESOLUTION NO. D -'s -2014 SECTION 1. The Van Buren City Council hereby finds and declares the house located at the
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, FOR THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,A address indentified herein to be dangerous,unsightly,unsanitary,dilapidated,
unsafe,obnoxious,a fire hazard,and/or a menace to abutting properties,with_
RESOLUTION TO BE ENTITLED: the current condition of said structure not being fit for human habitation;and
because of such conditions,the City Council hereby declares the same to be
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE EXISTENCE OF A
condemned as a public nuisance and is ordered to be abated,removed or razed
NUISANCE UPON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE by the owner thereof in accordance with City Ordinance and State law.
CORPORATE CITY UMITS, LOCATED AT 701 POPLAR
STREET, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONDEMNING SAID SECTION 2. In accordance with Van Buren Municipal Code§11.28.08,the owner of record of
STRUCTURE; PROVIDING A PERIOD OF TIME FOR the following described property is hereby directed to raze the same, or
PROPERTY OWNER TO ABATE SAID NUISANCE; AND otherwise abate the above declared nuisance within thirty(30)days after the
FOR OTHER PURPOSES. posting of a true copy of this Resolution at a conspicuous place upon the
structure constituting the nuisance described herein,to-wit:
WHEREAS, the structure set forth above has been found by the Van Buren Code ,
Enforcement Department to be dangerous,unsightly,unsanitary,dilapidated, Block 1 Lot 1,Faber Subdivision in the City of Van Buren,Crawford
County, Arkansas. (Parcel No. 700-02510-000, located at 701
obnoxious,unsafe,unfit for human habitation and/or otherwise detrimental to
Poplar Street and owned by Mitcheal C.Roe)
public welfare of Van Buren citizens in violation of Van Buren Municipal Code§
11.28.01 etseq;and SECTION 3. If the aforementioned structure has not been razed and/or removed within
thirty(30)days after posting a true copy of this resolution at a conspicuous place
WHEREAS, the condition of such property, as set forth in Exhibit"A" attached hereto,
upon the structure constituting the nuisance,or the nuisance otherwise abated,
constitutes a serious fire,health,and/or safety hazard to the Public and to the
the structure shall be torn down and/or removed by the City of Van Buren,or a
City of Van Buren, and unless immediate action is taken to remedy these
conditions, by removing, razing and/or abating said nuisance,there is great duly designated representative.Each day after the aforesaid thirty(30)days in
which said nuisance is not abated shall constitute a separate and distinct offense
likelihood that the surrounding property may be damaged by fire originating
from such unsafe hazardous structure.Moreover since the structure Is without punishable by fine up to$25.00 per day(Van Buren Ordinance 29-1997).
proper sanitary facilities,and as such is unsafe and hazardous,and provides a IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF,the City of Van Buren,Arkansas,by its City Council,did pass,
breeding place for rats,rodents and other dangerous germ carriers of disease,it approve,and adopt,by a vote of for and against,the foregoing Resolution at its
constitutes a serious hazard to the health and safety of the citizens of Van Buren,
and should be moved or razed for the purpose of eliminating such hazards.The regular meeting held on the 18th day of August 2014.
city has given proper notice in accordance with Van Buren Municipal Code§
11.28.07.
Robert D.Fre
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Barbie Curtis,City Clerk/Treasurer Ca ice A.Settle,City Attorney
On the agenda next was to consider AN ORDINANCE ALLOCATING AND
APPROPRIATING WARRANTY PROCEEDS FOR REPAIRS TO THE VAN BUREN
PUBLIC LIBRARY; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO PAY FOR ROOF REPAIRS
AND IMPROVEMENTS; WAIVING BIDDING REQUIREMENTS; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. The City Clerk read the Ordinance in its
entirety. Alderman Ragsdale moved that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance be placed on
its second reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Sagely. The council followed with
a unanimous vote. The City Clerk then read the Ordinance the second time.
Alderman Ragsdale moved that the rules be further suspended and the Ordinance placed
on the third and final reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Parker. The council
followed with a unanimous vote. The City Clerk then read the Ordinance the third and final
time. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. Mayor Freeman clarified that the roof was
replaced over the weekend and went smoothly.
The Mayor then put the question, "Shall the Ordinance pass?" Motion was made by
Alderman Ragsdale and seconded by Alderman Parker to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's
calling the roll,the following vote resulted: Ayes—Alderman Sagely, Parker, Blake, Moore,
Ragsdale and Dodd.Nays—none. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were six (6)
ayes and(0) nays. Four(4)votes being necessary for passage.
Motion was made by Alderman Ragsdale and seconded by Alderman Sagely, that the
emergency clause be adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll,the following vote resulted: Ayes
—Alderman Sagely, Parker, Blake, Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd. Nays—none.
The Mayor then declared the Ordinance passed and signed same in open Council, duly
attested by the City Clerk.
THE ORDINANCE WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 12-2014
t u x ur VAIN t5Uit6IN,AKKAINSAJ NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,THAT:
ORDINANCE NO.12-0 Y2014 SECTION 1: The City Council hereby waives the requirements of competitive bidding for the roof
repairs to the Van Buren Public Library,as such a procedure is not deemed to be feasible
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS, or practical under the circumstances.
AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: SECTION 2: The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Elite
Roofing for the roof repairs to the Van Buren Public Library subject to the allocations
AN ORDINANCE ALLOCATING AND APPROPRIATING IAPUB WARRANTYLIBRARY; already approved by Owens-Corningreceivedthe cityin the amount of 520,500.00.
PROCEEDS FOR REPAIRS TO THE VAN BUREN PUBLIC by
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO PAY FOR ROOF REPAIRS AND SECTION 3: The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized by the City Council for the Cityof Van
EMERGENCY;T
IMPROVEMENTS;
FOR OTHER PURPOSESG BIDDING SEMENTS, DECLARING AN Buren to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this Ordinance.
WHEREAS, the Van Buren Public Library suffered roof damages due to defective manufacturing of SECTION 4: The repairs hereto are deemed and found to be necessary for the immediate preservation
shingles and now needs immediate repair,and of health,safety and welfare of the city and as such as an emergency is hereby declared,
and this Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force upon and after its passage and
WHEREAS, Crawford Construction submitted a claim to Owens-Corning for replacement of the approval.
shingles and Owens-Corning provided replacement materials and accepted the bid for
labor from Elite Roofing;and IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the City of Van Buren,Arkansas,by its City Council,did pass,
approve,and adopt,by a vote of...6_for and Q against, going Ordinance at its meeting held on
WHEREAS, the City of Van Buren has the replacement materials and proceeds from Owens-Coming, the 18th day of August 2014.
which will cover repairs necessary,and
WHEREAS, it would be impracticable and unfeasible to bid these improvements for the roof repairs Ro•ert D.Freem
without exposing this building to substantial water damages;and - Mayor
WHEREAS, Section 14-58-303 of the Arkansas Code Annotated provides that"The governing body, ATTESTED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
by Ordinance,may waive the requirements of competitive bidding in exceptional
situations where such procedure is deemed not feasible or practical."
Barbie Curtisa.a' • b Settle
City Clerk/Treasurer City Attorney
On the agenda next was to consider AN ORDINANCE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
ARK. CODE ANN. § 14-42-107,AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO CONDUCT BUSINESS
WITH AN OFFICIAL OR EMPLOYEE OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. The City Clerk read the Ordinance in
its entirety. Alderman Ragsdale moved that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance be placed
on its second reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Dodd. The council followed
with a unanimous vote. The City Clerk then read the Ordinance the second time.
Alderman Ragsdale moved that the rules be further suspended and the Ordinance placed
on the third and final reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Parker. The council
followed with a unanimous vote. The City Clerk then read the Ordinance the third and final
time. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. Mayor Freeman and Alderman Blake
explained that we used to buy our pipe from Hanson,but they have closed their Fort Smith
location and are now located in Little Rock. Precast Inc. has become their local supplier.
The Mayor then put the question, "Shall the Ordinance pass?" Motion was made by
Alderman Ragsdale and seconded by Alderman Moore to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's
calling the roll,the following vote resulted: Ayes—Alderman Sagely, Parker, Moore, Ragsdale
and Dodd. Nays—none. Alderman Blake abstained from the vote. The Mayor declared the
motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and(0) nays. Four(4)votes being necessary for
passage.
Motion was made by Alderman Ragsdale and seconded by Alderman Sagely, that the
emergency clause be adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted: Ayes
—Alderman Sagely, Parker, Moore, Ragsdale and Dodd. Nays—none. Alderman Blake
abstained from the vote.
The Mayor then declared the Ordinance passed and signed same in open Council, duly
attested by the City Clerk.
THE ORDINANCE WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 13-2014
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
ORDINANCE NO-L-2014
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL, FOR THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS,AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED: $-
AN ORDINANCE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH ARK. CODE
ANN.§14-42-107,ADTHORIZING THE CITY TO CONDUCT BUSINESS
WITH AN OFFICIAL OR EMPLOYEE OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, ACA§14-42-107 requires an ordinance be enacted specifically permitting the
=ducting of any business between an official or employee of the city and the City of
Van Buren;and
WHEREAS, the City of Van Buren wishes to conduct business,on an ongoing basis,with Industrial
Precast,Inc.,which is owned by a family member of Van Buren City Alderman Max
Blake;and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Administration and the Van Buren City Council that compliance with
ACA§14-42-107 is satisfied for the conducting of all city business;and
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is immediately necessary for preservation of the health,
safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the City of Van Buren,Arkansas and an
emergency exists which requires that this Ordinance become immediately effective and in
full force and effect.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS,THAT:
SECTION 1: Industrial Precast,Inc.,which is owned by a family member of Alderman Max Blake,is
hereby authorized to conduct business with the City of Van Buren.
SECTION 2: This Ordinance being necessary for the financial continuity of the City of Van Buren,
Arkansas,and necessary in providing for the immediate preservation of the public peace,
health,and safety,an emergency is declared to exist and this Ordinance shall take effect
and be in force after its passage and approval.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the City of Van B -. kansas,by its City Council,did pass,
approve,and adopt,by a vote of 5 for and 0 - the foregoing Ordinance at its regular
meeting held on the 18a day of August 2014.
RobertD.Freeman -
Mayor
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Barbie Curtis %'-'I
City Cleddrreasurer City Attorney
Next on the agenda was Boards and Commissions. The Van Buren Municipal Auditorium
Commission recommended the reappointment of Judith Valley to another five year term.
Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Moore made a motion to grant the nominations. The
Council followed with a unanimous vote. The Van Buren Parks and Recreation Commission
recommended the appointment of Linda Bagby to replace Derek Riggs' position through 2016.
Alderman Ragsdale seconded by Alderman Parker made a motion to grant the nomination. The
Council followed with a unanimous vote.
Next on the agenda was the Financial Statement. Motion was made by Alderman Dodd
and seconded by Alderman Ragsdale to appropriate the sum of$ 1,113,703.67 to pay expenses
and salaries for July 2014,presented by the City Clerk. The Council followed with a unanimous
vote.
8-11-2014 12:07 PM CITY OF VAN B U R E N PAGE: 1 TRIAL BALANCE
AS OF: JUL3-3-14
10 -General Fund
***MONTH TO DATE *** *** YEAR TO DATE ***
ACCT# ACCOUNT NAME DEBITS CREDITS DEBITS CREDITS
ASSETS
1000 Petty Cash 0.00 200.00
1020 Cash in Bank 188,756.04 454,445.90
1020.01 Cash In Bank-Ins. Reimb. 0.00 0.00
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pgpg 1020.03 Cash In Bank-ASP's&Walmart Gra 0.00 79.24 O -•
I; 1020.04 Veterans' Memorial-Act 934 3,295.09 12,980.91
1020.05 2009 Byrne Recovery Grant 0.00 4,300.00 35,520 4+
1020.06 2009 Byrne Grant 0.00 0.00 1 ,719-96+
1020.07 2007 Byrne Grant 0.00 0.00
1020.08 Cash in Bank- Storm Damage 0.00 0.00 87, 497•55+
1020.09 District Cout Grant-Mediation 0.00 25.00 17•50+
1020.10 Cash in Bank- HDC 5,627.95 5,821.62 84;909.76+
1020.11 Cash in Bank-KVBB 3,500.00 6,268.92 789•91 +
1020.12 Emergency Management Fund 0.00 0.00
1020.13 Cash In Bank-ACT 833 13,768.90 129,604.67 Z 255 56+
1020.14 Court Automation-District 5,981.25 86,157.40 007
1020.15 Cash in Bank-ACT 1314 0.00 0.00 1 7 1 i 3 3 703•67:t,
1020.16 AR Dept of Rural Services 0.00 0.00
1020.17 New Police Dept 8,658.76 18,761.86
1020.18 Cash in Bank - PD Co Tax 15,882.46 166,159.35
1020.19 Cash in Bank- FD Co Tax 20,099.93 218,238.79
1020.20 Cash In Bank-Erosion Control 175.00 15,075.00
1020.21 Cash in Bank-CPAcademy 0.00 291.15
1020.22 Cash In Bank-PEG Grant 0.00 10,000.00
1020.27 Cash in Bank - Levee 0.00 10,545.26
{ 1020.28 Marina Repairs 0.00 10,495.60
1020.29 Property Maintenance-Scrap 0.00 63.25 -,
!!! 1020.30 Field of Dreams-Equipment 0.00 1,198.34
@., 1020.31 Cash in Bank- Parks & Rec 251.64 1,082.29
1020.32 GIF 2,682.75 4,072.15
r[4' 1020.33 Cash in Bank-Yard Waste 8,779.72 217,041.51
' 1020.51 Cash in Bank -Cemetery 99.94 3,592.18
1020.91 Cash in Bank - Cap Imp 126,015.30 797,667.70
1040 Investments 0.00 0.00
1040.10 Investments - Sales Tax City 0.00 0.00
1040.18 Investments - PD Co Tax 0.00 0.00
1040.19 Investments - FD Co Tax 0.00 0.00
1040.27 Investments - Levee 0.00 0.00
1040.31 Investments - Parks & Rec 0.00 0.00
1040.51 Investments - Cemetery 0.00 38,752.59
1040.91 Investments - Cap Imp 153.52 373,717.99
1050 Fixed Assets 0.00 0.00
1051 Accumulated Depreciation 0.00 0.00
1504 Due from Payroll 0.00 0.00
1505 Due From Other Funds 0.00 0.00
1520 Due from Street Fund 0.00 0.00
1540 Due From Library Fund 139.62 0.00
LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE
Next Police, Fire, Building Inspector, Engineer and Ambulance Reports were presented
for filing. There being no further questions or changes, the reports were filed as submitted.
Next on the agenda was Miscellaneous and General Discussion. Mr. Jerry Harris who
resides at 107 Azure Hills appeared before the council asking them to study the use of drones
inside the city and to adopt some rules regarding the issue. Mayor Freeman asked City Attorney
Candice Settle to look into the issue and research the possibilities.
Alderman Blake asked about the pole in the right of way at the top of 1 l t' Street. Mayor
Freeman stated that it is an AOG pole that they plan to install an antennae onto to read local
meters from. Mayor Freeman said that they will get with them to see if there is somewhere else
they can put it.
Alderman Parker commended Officer Gunter on his documentation of the condemnation
issues tonight. Mayor Freeman agreed.
There being no further business, motion was made by Alderman Parker and seconded by
Alderman Dodd to adjourn. The Council followed with a unanimous vote. The meeting
adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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