06 June 1999 Regular MINUTES OF THE VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD JUNE 28, 1999
The City Council of the City of Van Buren Arkansas met at 7:00 p.m. , Monday,
June 28, 1999, at City Hall . The meeting was called to order by Mayor Riggs,
presiding officer. On roll call the following members answered as their names were
called: Alderman Parker, Swairn, Taylor, Moore, Spoon and Barker. City Clerk
Barbie Curtis and City Attorney Candice Settle were also present. This made a
total of nine (9) present. A quorum was declared.
The Invocation was given by Reverend Joe Bagwell , pastor of Eastern Heights
Baptist Church.
Next the Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance..
Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Moore made a motion to approve the May
17, 1999 Council Meeting minutes. Motion was unanimously carried by the City
Council .
Next on the agenda was to consider a RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF FOY BROWN
CONSTRUCTION FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF PEEVYHOUSE ROAD. The Clerk read the Resolution
in its entirety. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Moore moved that the
Resolution be adopted. The question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the
motion and the roll being called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker,
Barker, Spoon, Taylor, Moore and Swaim. And the following voted nay: 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 6-1-1999
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Next on the agenda was to consider a RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF BOB
MILLER INSURANCE AGENCY, INC . ON PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR THE YEAR BEGINNING JUNE 25,
1999, AND ENDING JUNE 25, 2000. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety..
Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Parker moved that the Resolution be adopted.
The question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion and the roll
being called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker , Spoon, Taylor,
Moore and Swaim.. And the following voted nay: 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 6-2-1999
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. (0 '02/ -1999
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF BOB MILLER INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.
ON PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR THE YEAR BEGINNING JUNE 25, 1999, AND ENDING
JUNE 25,_2000.
WHEREAS, The Mayor has advertised for bids on property insurance
for the year beginning June 25, 1999, and ending June 25,
2000; and
WHEREAS, The attached bids have been received and opened on the
time and date advertised; and
WHEREAS, The Council feels that the bid of Bob Miller Insurance Agency
is the best bid:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
THAT, The bid of 55.099.00 Annual Premium with a Deductible
of $ 1.000.00 from Bob Miller Insurance Agency
is the best bid and is accepted.
THAT The Mayor is authorized and directed to pay for same out
of the General Fund.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE ,19 99
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CITY C ERK- S /REH
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
DISPOSE OF CERTAIN FIXED ASSETS WHICH ARE NO LONGER IN WORKING CONDITION. It was
recommended by the State Auditors. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety.
Chief Giistrap pointed out that the 1250 pumper should be $52,763..00 not $2,763.00.
Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor moved that the Resolution be adopted as
amended.. The question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion and the
roll being called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon,
Taylor, Moore and Swaim, And the following voted nay; 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 6-3.1999
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. (67-3 -1999
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DISPOSE OF CERTAIN FIXED ASSETS WHICH ARE NO LONGER
IN WORKING CONDITION.
WHEREAS, The City of Van Buren has several items which are beyond repair and
no longer needed by the City; and
WHEREAS, After an inventory of Fixed Assets, it is recommended by our State
Auditors that these items be removed:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
THAT, The Mayor is hereby authorized to dispose of the following assets
and is further authorized to remove same from the Fixed Asset
Inventory. SERIAL CONTROL
DEPARTMENT AMOUNT DESCRIPTION NUMBER NUMBER
MAYOR'S $343.00 Zenith Color TV 42225050567 MO-41
FIRE 667.00 Motorola Radio 476AKE1056 FD1-52
667.00 Motorola Radio 476AJY1377 FD1-51
667.00 Motorola Radio 476AJY1388 FD3-93
667.00 Motorola Radio 476AKE1057 FD2-71
1,209.00 Cannon NP1020 Copier NTH26769 FD1-149
52,763.00 181875 1250 Pumper C90LVV88865 FD3-89
208.00 BSI Electric Typewriter 1542489 FD1-40
301.67 Lane Recliner FD1-165
123.00 Battery Charger FD3-137
700.00 E-J Resuscitator FD1-35
311.00 Zenith VCR 9D031135 FD2-81
126.00 Wizard 3.5HP Mower 93-20334 FD2-85
1,687.00 Rescue 7-Channel Radio 3003195 FD1-6
324.00 Motorola Radio v/Intercom 222CPS0227 FD3-104
N/A Base Station Remote SU598D FD2-70
1,209.00 Sta. 1 Base Radio JA238G FD1-7
1,100.00 Pressure Demand Air Mask FD1-12-13
576.00 #8 Mobile Radio TIE68B FD3-90
339.75 3 Water Beds FD1-46�i7-48
519.00 #5 Motorola Mobile Radio 03E970 FD2-64
TOTAL .64,507.42
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE ,19 99
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CITY CLERK-TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL. PLAT FOR
WALMART SUBDIVISION, IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS. It was recommended by the
Planning Commission , The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety., Alderman
Swaim seconded by Alderman Parker moved that the Resolution be adopted. The
question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion and the roll being
called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon, Taylor, Moore and
Swaim. And the following voted nay; 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 6..-4_1999
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. 12-4 -1999
A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT FOR WALMART SUBDIVISION, IN THE CITY OF VAN
BUREN, ARKANSAS.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: THAT subject to the assurances provided in the SubDivision
Regulations being executed to assure that all improvements
are put in, WalMart Sub-Division is approved.
SECTION 2: THAT the Mayor is authorized and directed to sign said plat
plan and the City Clerk is authorized and directed to attest
same upon the filing of the assurities mentioned above.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE ,19 99
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ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERK-TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL.. PLAT FOR
MCCLURE ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS. It was recommended by the
Planning Commission. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman
Swaim seconded by Alderman Moore moved that the Resolution be adopted. The
question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion and the roll being
called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon, Taylor, Moore and
Swaim. And the following voted nay: 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 6-5-1999
CITY OF VAN BUREN,/ ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. (O"JC —1999
A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT FOR MCCLURE ADDITION, IN THE CITY OF VAN
BUREN, ARKANSAS.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: THAT subject to the assurances provided in the Subdivision
Regulations being executed to assure that all improvements
are put in, McClure Addition is approved.
SECTION 2: THAT the Mayor is authorized and directed to sign said plat
plan and the City Clerk is authorized and directed to attest
same upon the filing of the assurities mentioned above.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 28TH DAY OF JUNE ,19 99
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Next on the agenda was to consider a RESOLUTION DECLARING A STRUCTURE TO BE A
NUISANCE AND DECLARING CONDEMNATION. The Clerk read the Resolution in its
entirety. Ray Jones with Results Realty spoke for Duel Martin, owner of the
property and asked for extra time to get the property sold. Wesley Sa.ndlin, Code
Enforcement Officer said the building was in very had shape and the sewer was
running out on the ground. He also said the building had trash all around it.
Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor, moved that the Resolution be adopted as
amended to give him up to sixty (60) days to get the property cleaned up. The
trash on the property has to be cleaned up as soon as possible. Also, this
property is to be boarded up so that no one can enter. The question was put by
Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion and the roll being called, the following
voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon, Taylor, Moore and Swaim. And the
following voted nay: 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 6-6-1999
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. — 6 -1999
A RESOLUTION DECLARING A STRUCTURE TO BE A NUISANCE AND DECLARING
CONDEMNATION.
WHEREAS, Buel Martin is the record owner of certain property located in the City of Van
Buren,Crawford County,Arkansas,which is located at 25 Lafayette,Van
Buren,Arkansas,and
WHEREAS, The structure which is presently located upon said property is in a deplorable
stated of disrepair and in such a condition that it constitutes a health and
safety hazard to the citizens of Van Buren and especially to those living in
that neighborhood;and,
WHEREAS, Under authority of A.C.A. § 14-56-203 and Van Buren Ordinance No.26-
1997,the City,through its City Council, can declare said property to be a
nuisance and require its removal within 60 days.
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: That the structure and conditions described above are hereby declared a
nuisance,and their removal within 60 days of the receipt by the owner of this
Resolution is hereby ordered.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS of DAY OF JUNE,1999.
MAYOR JOHN RIGG
ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERKITREASURER
On the anenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION DECLARING A STRUCTURE TO BE A
NUISANCE AND DECLARING CONDEMNATION . The Clerk read the Resolution in its
entirety. Larry Hempel , owner of the property asked for extra time to clean up the
area and get: some of his equipment out of the building. Wesley Sandlin Sr. , Code
Enforcement Officer said that around the area and building, grass was really bad
and the structure of the building was dangerous. Alderman Swaim seconded by
Alderman Taylor moved that the Resolution he adopted as amended, giving him 60 days
to clean up. The question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion and
the roll being called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon,
Taylor, Moore and Swaim. And the following voted nay: none.
The Mayor thereupon declared the Resolution adopted and signed the Resolution,
which was attested by the City Clerk and impressed with the weal of the City..
THE RESOLUTION WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 6-7-.1.999
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. 6- 7 -1999
A RESOLUTION DECLARING A STRUCTURE TO BE A NUISANCE AND DECLARING
CONDEMNATION.
WHEREAS, Larry Hempel is the record owner of certain property located in the City of
Van Buren,Crawford County,Arkansas,which is located at 204 South 26th,
Van Buren,Arkansas,and
WHEREAS, The structure which is presently located upon said property is in a deplorable
stated of disrepair and in such a condition that it constitutes a health and
safety hazard to the citizens of Van Buren and especially to those living in
that neighborhood;and,
WHEREAS, Under authority of A.C.A. § 14-56-203 and Van Buren Ordinance No.26-
1997,the City,through its City Council,can declare said property to be a
nuisance and require its removal within 60 days.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: That the structure and conditions described above are hereby declared a
nuisance,and their removal within 60 days of the receipt by the owner of this
Resolution is hereby ordereed._
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS a841 DAY OF JUNE,1999.
MAY R J N I1 GS 1
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION DECLARING A STRUCTURE TO BE A
NUISANCE AND DECLARINC CONDEMNATION. The Clerk read the Resolution in its
entirety. Dart Wilson spoke and explained how the property was divided between two
different owners and that he was trying to get his part of the property cleaned up
and would like extra time to do so. Wesley Sa.ndlin Sr. spoke and explained how the
property was split between the two owners and that Mr. Wilson was trying to clean
up his area, but stacked up his trash on the other property. City Attorney advised
Mr. Wilson to talk to an Attorney before he started cleaning up the rest of the
property to make sure where he stood. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor
moved that the Resolution be adopted as amended to have the two property owners on
the Resolution. The question was put by Mayor Riggs on the adoption of the motion
and the roll being called, the following voted aye; Alderman Parker, Barker,
Spoon, Taylor, Moore and Swaim. And the following voted nay: 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 6-8-1.999
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS •
RESOLUTION NO. 6- 8 -1999
A RESOLUTION DECLARING A STRUCTURE TO BE A NUISANCE AND DECLARING
CONDEMNATION.
WHEREAS, J.O.Downs and T.K.Downs are the record owners of certain property located
in the City of Van Buren,Crawford County,Arkansas,which is located at
1715 Cedar,Van Buren,Arkansas,and
WHEREAS, The structure which is presently located upon said property is in a deplorable
state of disrepair and in such a condition that it constitutes a health and safety
hazard to the citizens of Van Buren and especially to those living in that
neighborhood;and,
WHEREAS, Under authority of A.C.A. § 14-56-203 and Van Buren Ordinance No. 26-
1997, the City,through its City Council,can declare said property to be a
nuisance and require its removal within 30 days.
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NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: That the structure and conditions described above are hereby declared a
nuisance,and their removal within 30 days of the receipt by the owner of this
Resolution is hereby ordered.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS ar DAY OF JUNE,1999.
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
Next on the agenda was to consider.. a ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 7--1.963,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS,
AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS, The Ordinance was
requested by DuATT Construction, Inc. and was recommended by the Planning
Commission, The Clerk read the Ordinance the first time in its entirety. Alderman
Taylor moved that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance placed on its second
reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Spoon. On the Clerk's calling the
roll , the following vote resulted: Ayes - Alderman Parker , Barker , Spoon, Taylor,
Moore and Swaim. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were six: (6) ayes
and (0) nays:. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Ordinance Was read
the second time.
Alderman Swaim then moved that the rules be further suspended and the
Ordinance be placed on its third and final reading. The motion was seconded by
Alderman Moore . On the Clerk's calling the roll , the following vote resulted:
Ayes - Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon,, Taylor, Moore and Swaim. The Mayor declared
the motion carried as there were six (6) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being
necessary for passage. The Clerk then read the Ordinance the third and final time.
The Mayor declared the Ordinance open for discussion. The Mayor then put the
question, "Shall the Ordinance Pass ?" Motion was made by Alderman Moore and
seconded by Alderman Swaim to adopt the Ordinance . On the Clerk's calling the
roll , the following vote resulted: Ayes .- Alderman Parker, Barker, Spoon, Taylor,
Moore and Swaim. The Mayor declared the Ordinance passed a.s there were six (6)
ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage.
THE ORDINANCE WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 9-L999
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Next was to consider an ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 7--1963 FOR THE
PURPOSE OF REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN., ARKANSAS AND
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS. It was requested by
Jerry McClure and was recommended by the Planning Commission , The Clerk read the
Ordinance the first time in its entirety,: Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be
suspended and the Ordinance placed on its second reading. The motion was seconded
by Alderman Spoon. On the Clerk's calling the roll , the following vote resulted:
Ayes -- Alderman Parker, Barker , Spoon, Taylor, Moore and Swaim, The Mayor declared
the motion carried as there were six (6) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being
necessary for passage. The Ordinance was read the second time..
Alderman Parker then moved that the rules he further suspended and the
Ordinance be placed on its third and final reading. The motion was seconded by
Alderman Moore. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes - Alderman Parker, Barker , Spoon, Taylor, Moore and Swaim. The Mayor declared
the motion carried as there were six (6) ayes and (0) grays. Four (4) votes being
necessary for passage . The Clerk then read the Ordinance the third and final time.
The Mayor declared the Ordinance open for discussion. The Mayor then put the
question, „Shall the Ordinance Pass ? Motion was made by Alderman Taylor and
seconded by Alderman Moore to adopt the Ordinance,. On the Clerk's calling the
roll , the following vote resulted: Ayes - Alderman Parker, Barker , Spoon, Taylor,
Moore and Swaim, The Mayor declared the Ordinance passed as there were six. (6)
ayes and (o) nay':, . Baur (4) votes being necessary for passage,
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Next was to consider a request of the Old Town Cruisers To Close Main Street
and to add to the closing of Main Street in front of the Depot, Cain Hill and Cedar
Street for the Annual Rod Run On September 1.1, 1999. Mr , Butch Hirey with Old Town
Cruisers said they would like to extend their show an extra block or two. Chief
Childers said they need to check with the Police Department a few weeks before the
Show and get the traffic blocks taken care of . Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman
Moore made a motion to accept the request, They Council followed with a unanimous 1.
vote,
Next on the agenda was to consider appointments to the Board and Commissions.
The Mayor recommended the reappointment of Bill Swi rrdle and Kevin Bell to another
six (6) year term. Alderman Taylor seconded by Alderman Moore made a motion to
accept the recommendation for another six (6) year term, The Council followed with
a unanimous vote,.
Next was to consider the appointment of Mark Taothaker to a five (5) year term
on the Varr Buren Housing Authority Board, replacing Kenneth Chitwood who elected
riot ti serve another term , Motion wcr'-. (trade by Alderman Swaim and seconded by
Alderman Parker to accept the recommendation. The council followed with a.
unanimous vote .
Next was to consider the reappointment of Larry Weir to another three (3) year
term on the Historic District Commission and to appoint Mary Blount to replace Dr.
Louis Peer who cannot serve due to health problems, Alderman Swaim seconded by
Alderman Moore made a motion to accept these appointments. The Council followed
with a unanimous vote,
Next was to consider the reappointment of Craig Boone arid Philip ua.gh'y to
another three (3) year term on the Planning Commission and the appointment of Bob
Freeman to replace Diane Faucher who now lives out side the city limits, Motion
was made by Alderman Swaim and seconded by Alderman Parker to accept the
recommendation=;. The Council followed with a unanimous vote,.
Next was to consider Parks and Recreation Commission reappointment of Jeff
Donnell to another five (S) year term. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Moore
made a motion to accept the recommendation. The Council followed with a unanimous
vote .
Next was to consider the reappointment of Kathy Hubbs to another five (5) year
term on the City Library Board . Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Moore made a
motion to accept the recommendation, The Council followed with a unanimous vote.
Next on the agenda was the Treasurer's Report. Motion was made by Alderman
Swaim and seconded by Alderman Taylor to appropriate the slim of $576,392..54 to pay
expenses and salaries for May 1999 presented by the City Clerk-Treasurer. The vote
on roll call was unanimously carried by the City Council ,
yr -416.514.61+ City Of Van Buren
;{rock- 63 5,6.4.69+ For the period May 1 , 1999 to May 31 , 1999
»IT_.s'�"A76487.37+ Treasurer's Report
`i* =9.801.13+
6.817.39+
laba Year To Date Current Month Year To Date
006' —3,507•35+
Last Month Amount This Month
576,392.541+
GENERAL FUND '
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Beginning Balance $545,477.30 $.00 $545,477.30 \ .
Retained Clearing Acct . - Ge ($2,352.82) $.00 ($2,352.82)
State General Turnback $195,142.06 $25,078.19 $220,220.25
Property Tax (City General ) $5,251 .21 $.00 $5,251 .21
Sales Tax Proceeds $726,429.79 $192,571 .17 $919,000.96
Franchise Tax $231 ,231 .77 $62,311 .90 $293,543.67
Privilege Licenses $75,302.50 $755.00 $76,057.50
Court Fines $168,081 .35 $53,975.57 $222,056.92
Inspection Fees $27,873.23 $9,656.40 $37,529.63
Pet Licenses $1 ,554.00 $35.00 $1 ,589.00
Rezoning Fees $10.00 $.00 $10.00
Civil Small Claims $986.63 $265.79 $1 ,252.42
Act 833 Receipts $9,762.98 $9,065.63 $18,828.61
Misc. General Fund ($74,754.09) $30,675.02 ($44,079.07)
Interest $3,215.71 $276.49 $3,492.20
Administrative Justice Fund $174,032.62 $26,963.75 $200,996.37
Reimb. Co. Share Mun. Ct. $3,741 .32 $.00 $3,741 .32
Police Grants $85,222.90 $5,171 .48 $90,394.38
Miscellaneous Revenue-P.D. $10,622.57 $2,369.05 $12,991 .62
Insurance Reimbursement-P.D. $673.88 $.00 $673.88
Miscellaneous Revenue-F.D. $2.00 $.00 $2.00
County Share/Mun. Ct. Expens $2,922.37 $.00 $2,922.37
Total Receipts $2,190,429.28 $419,170.44 $2,609,599.72 ('
,isbursements
Salaries - Admin. $99,142.08 $21 ,892.92 $121 ,035.00
Other - Admin. $131 ,645.09 $34,638.52 $166,283.61
Fixed Assets General $546.32 $1 ,597.89 $2,144.21
Total Administration $231 ,333.49 $58,129.33 $289,462.82
Salaries - Police $404,681 .98 $100,299.79 $504,981 .77
Other - Police $265,136.70 $86,040.68 $351 ,177.38
FIXED ASSETS - POLICE $2,624.39 $2,575.35 $5,199.74
Total Police $672,443.07 $188,915.82 $861 ,358.89
Salaries - Firemen $294,831 .80 $72,137.48 $366,969.28
Other - Firemen $124,353.95 $30,570.58 $154,924.53
Fire Safety House $1 ,557.20 $1 ,315.81 $2,873.01
FIXED ASSETS - FIRE DEPT. $5,459.76 $.00 $5,459.76
Total Firemen $426,202.71 $104,023.87 $530,226.58
Next Police; Fire, Fire Marshal , Building Inspector's and KOH Auditorium
Commission reports were presented for filing,
The Mayor then thanked everyone for coming. The Mayor introduced Davi:,
Martini, the new City Inspector as of iuly 1., 1999.
Alderman Taylor asked how much money was in the sidewalk fund. He also asked
about bids for the sidewalk by King School :. Alderman Taylor asked if Don Mullens,
Director of Public Facilities, might check on that sidewalk bid.
Next was the time for any item from any citizen present:. There was none.
Next was time for miscellaneous and general discussion. City Attorney
Candice Settle spoke to the Council about a possible problem that could occur from
the concerned citizens that live in the area around the tower regarding possible
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litigation against the City and OMNIAMERICA. The City Attorney also said that
there might be a petition going around the neighborhood to hire an Attorney to
represent the citizens in a case which would involve the City, City Attorney said
she wanted to keep the City updated on any problems. Alderman Barker said the
citizens in that area were concerned about where the money would be spent. He said
they wanted the money spent around their neighborhood. Alderman Barker said they
had also thought of buying the property where the tower is located and when the
lease agreement was ready for renewal they could get the tower out of the area.
There being no further business motion was made by Alderman Swaim seconded by
Alderman Taylor to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 5:25 P.M.
APPROVED
MAYOR
ATTESTED:
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