10 October 2000 Regular MINUTES OF THE VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD OCTOBER 16,2000
The City Council of the City of Van Buren, Arkansas met at 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 16, 2000, 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Baiter. 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 Steve Davis, Pastor of United Pentecostal Church of God of Van Buren.
Next the Mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Next Alan Swaim presented Mayor Riggs with a plaque on behalf of the employees of the City of Van Buren for
being a excellent boss to all the employees. Then Alan presented Gaye Riggs a bouquet of flowers for being a
supportive wife. Mayor Riggs and Gaye were presented with a gift certificate for dinner and a night at the Old Van
Buren Inn.
Mayor Riggs thanked everyone and said he was so thankful to work with such wonderful employees and that he
thought the City of Van Buren was such a great place to live.
Next Mayor Riggs asked to adopt the minutes of the Council Meeting on September 18, 2000 as printed. Alderman
Swaim seconded by Alderman Parker made a motion to approve the minutes of the regular Council meeting. On roll call
the following Council members voted aye: Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker.
On the agenda 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. 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 Moore. On the Clerk's calling of the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes-Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 be further suspended and the Ordinance be placed on its third and final
reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Swaim. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes—Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 Taylor and seconded
by Alderman Swaim to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted: Ayes—
Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. The Mayor declared the Ordinance passed as there were
six(6)ayes and(0)nays. Four(4)votes being necessary for passage.
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On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INCREASE IN THE CONTRACT
PRICE FOR THE TANGLEWOOD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. The Clerk read the Resolution
in its entirety. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor 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
Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-1-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. /0-/ -2000
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INCREASE IN THE CONTRACT PRICE FOR THE
TANGLEWOOD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
WHEREAS, The Mayor has advertised for bids for Tanglewood Drainage
Improvements;and
WHEREAS, The bid of Franklin Construction,Inc., in the amount of$149,197.75 was
accepted by the Council pursuant to City Resolution No.6-3-2000;and
WHEREAS, Due to unforeseen circumstances, the amount to complete the drainage
improvements in Tanglewood has increased;
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
THAT, The increase of $5,343.00 (Change Order No. 3) to the Contract with
Franklin Construction, Inc. for drainage improvements in Tanglewood, is
hereby accepted.
THAT, The Mayor is authorized and directed to pay for same out of the Street
Fund.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS iv DAY OF OCTOBER,2000.
MAYOR JN GS
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN OPTION
TO SELL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 400 AND 500 BLOCKS OF SOUTH 214D STREET IN THE CITY
OF VAN BUREN. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor
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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-2-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. `e" ,a -2000
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN OPTION TO
SELL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE 400 AND 500 BLOCKS OF SOUTH 2ND
STREET IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN.
WHEREAS, Union Pacific Railroad Company wishes to enter into an Option to
Purchase property located in the 400 and 500 blocks of South 2nd
Street in the City of Van Buren for consideration of$1,850.00;and
WHEREAS, Said option will grant Union Pacific Railroad Company the sole
and exclusive option to purchase said property for the sum of
$37,000.00 less the consideration paid for the option on or before
December 31,2000;and
WHEREAS, Said property has been appraised and the value of the property
determined to be$37,000.00;and
WHEREAS, Said purchase,if completed,will not interfere with current uses of
public property in that location.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: THAT the City Council hereby authorizes the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute an Option to Purchase agreement granting Union
Pacific Railroad the sole and exclusive option to purchase the
above-described property upon receipt of the sum of$1,850.00.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS I0DAY OF OCTOBER,2000.
MAYOR JORIGarQ
ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RENA ROAD EAST, AND TO PAY FOR THE COST OF
ENGINEERING AND OTHER EXPENSES FOR SAID ROAD. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety.
Alderman Swaim said in this agreement that the two(2)parties that are involved in addition to the City of Van Buren,
have set their obligation not to exceed $40,000. Alderman Swaim said he would like to amend the cities obligation to
pay only $40,000 with an option to increase funds at a later date should the property owners decide to increase their
funds if needed. Alderman Swain seconded by Alderman Taylor made a motion to amend the Resolution. Mayor Riggs
said the Council should have received an estimated cost on expenditures, that the engineering cost would be $35,000. He
said they are working with the relocation of the AOG pressure line. The Mayor said he had the Director of Public
Facilities, Don Mullen to check on the signalization. He also said they were looking at one drainage ditch that he
himself had committed to do. Alderman Swaim said he did not question our ability to do the job, but he was concerned
that we might be hung out to dry, like we had been before, over buying an easement on Rena Road about eight(8)blocks
away, when we had to pay $7 6,000 just for dirt. Attorney Candice Settle said she wanted the Council to know that if all
parties did not agree to this change, then the Contract would not be good. Alderman Swaim said that he just didn't want
the City to be hung out to dry and be left with paying the amount over$40,000 that the other parties had agreed to pay.
Alderman Swaim said they needed to vote on this as amended. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor made a
motion to adopt the Resolution 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-3-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. -2000
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RENA ROAD EAST, AND TO
PAY FOR THE COST OF ENGINEERING AND OTHER EXPENSES FOR SAID
ROAD.
WHEREAS, The Mayor has executed a Contract with property owners for the
construction of Rena Road East;and
WHEREAS, The Contract obligates the City of Van Buren to pay for the cost of
engineering for the construction of the road and other expenses;
and
WHEREAS, The Council feels that the construction of said road will benefit the
citizens of the City of Van Buren;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: The Mayor is authorized to enter into a contract for the
construction of Rena Road East and to pay for expenses not to
exceed $40,000.00 related to that construction out of the Street
Fund.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS I b DAY OF OCTOBER,2000.
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MAYOR JO' ►C�GGS
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CITY AND COUNTY
GOVERNMENT REDEVELOPMENT BOND AND SHORT-TERM FINANCING AMENDMENT KNOWN AS
AMENDMENT 1 FOR THE 2000 BALLOT. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Parker
seconded by Alderman Swaim 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor,
Spoon and Barker. 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 10-4-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. A/
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CITY AND COUNTY
GOVERNMENT REDEVELOPMENT BOND AND SHORT-TERM
FINANCING AMENDMENT KNOWN AS AMENDMENT 1 FOR THE 2000 BALLOT
WHEREAS,the Arkansas General Assembly has referred a Constitutional Amendment,
House Joint Resolution 1012(HJR 1012),to the voters of Arkansas for the November 6,2000,
General Election,and;
WHEREAS,HJR 1012 has been given the ballot title Amendment 1 for the November 6,
2000 General Election,and;
WHEREAS,Amendment 1 will authorize municipal and county governments to engage in
tax increment financing as a method of fimding redevelopment projects,and;
WHEREAS,Amendment 1 will authorize municipalities and counties to incur short-term
financing obligations,and;
WHEREAS,the maximum indebtedness authorized by this Amendment will be 5%of the
assessed value of the taxable property located within the municipality or 21/2%of the assessed value
of the taxable property located within a county,and;
WHEREAS,the interest payable on this indebtedness will not exceed 5%above the equivalent
bond yield of one year U.S.Treasury bills offered by the U.S.Treasury at the last auction during the
immediately preceding calendar quarter,and;
WHEREAS, the Arkansas County Judges Association and the Association of Arkansas
Counties will be supporting this proposed Constitutional Amendment,and;
WHEREAS,the Arkansas General Assembly chose this Amendment as one of the three to
be submitted to the voters in 2000.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY/TOWN COUNCIL OF THE -
CITY/lOWWOF Van Buren
That it officially endorses the amendment to the Arkansas Constitution as proposed in House
Joint Resolution 1012 of the 1999 session of the Arkansas General Assembly, designated as
Amendment 1 for the 2000 ballot.
PASSED THIS 16TH
DAY OF OCTOBER ,2000.
CityClerk/Recorder Mayor V )11°—
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on the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION OPPOSING AMENDMENT 2 OF THE NOVEMBER
2000 BALLOT. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Spoon 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-5-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. 10-6
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING AMENDMENT 2 OF THE NOVEMBER 2000 BALLOT
WHEREAS,in 1999,the Arkansas General Assembly referred a Constitutional Amendment
to the voters of Arkansas for the November 6,2000 General Election,known as House Joint Rule
1015 and titled Amendment 2 for that ballot,and;
WHEREAS,Arkansas'property taxes are amongst the lowest in the nation,but its sales tax
rate is amongst the highest,and;
WHEREAS,Amendment 2 will raise the state sales tax rate higher and lower local property
taxes,and;
WHEREAS,such tax reapportionment is unnecessary and without merit,and;
WHEREAS, a raise in the state sales tax rate will stifle the ability of citizens and local
government to address specific local needs and fiord those needs with local sales tax revenue,and;
WHEREAS,current methodology of taxation in the State of Arkansas is fair and equitable.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY/YOR/14COUNCIL OF THE
CITY/' CYN OF Van Buren, Arkansas:
That it opposes Amendment 2 of the 2000 ballot,as it is unnecessary,and will stifle the ability
of local government to address specific local needs.
PASSED THIS 16TH DAY OF OCTOBER ,2000.
YA4--itCaT) fCAtik C)j&
City Clerk/Recorder Mayor C
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION OPPOSING AMENDMENT 3 OF THE NOVEMBER
2000 BALLOT KNOWN AS THE JUDICIAL ARTICLE. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Attorney
Philip Bagby spoke in-behalf of the Amendment and the reasoning for the Amendment. Barbie Curtis spoke as a citizen,
she questioned the removing of certain counties if there was to be a District Court. Attorney Bagby said the jurisdiction
would remain the same. Attorney Bagby said the Municipal Court funding would stay the same. Mayor Riggs said the
Municipal League had advised the city to oppose this amendment. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor
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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker.
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 10-6-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. /a,6
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING AMENDMENT 3 OF THE NOVEMBER 2000 BALLOT
KNOWN AS THE JUDICIAL ARTICLE
WHEREAS,in 1999,the Arkansas General Assembly referred a Constitutional Amendment
to the voters of Arkansas for the November 6, 2000 General Election known as Senate Joint
Resolution 9(SJR 9)and titled Amendment 3 for the 2000 ballot,and;
WHEREAS,Amendment 3 makes sweeping changes to the judicial system,some of which
are harmful to municipal government,and;
WHEREAS,Amendment 3 specifically eliminates the municipal court system,and;
WHEREAS,municipal courts provide citizens of this state with a localized judicial system
accountable to those citizens,and;
WHEREAS, Amendment 3 may further deplete the already scarce revenue sources for
municipalities by creating a district court system that will supercede any and all municipal court
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY/Mai COUNCIL OF THE
CITYIVTI 0VA OF pan Buren, Arkansas:
That it opposes SJR 9,known as Amendment 3 for the 2000 ballot, as it will limit local
government's authority, deplete Arkansans' ability to govern themselves at a local level and
potentially rob municipalities of a precious revenue resource.
PASSED THIS 16Th DAY OF OCTOBER ,2000.
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City Clerk/Recorder ba
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE PASSAGE OF PROPOSED
AMENDMENT 4. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Barker said he thought it was pretty bad
when some people put an amendment on the ballot and hid their own agenda behind the front of trying to reduce sales
tax. Alderman Barker 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 Swaim, Parker,
Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-7-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. 7 -2000
Resolution Opposing the Passage of Proposed Amendment it
WHEREAS the Secretary of State has certified to the November 7 ballot an initiated proposed
constitutional amendment(Amendment 4)to remove the sales and use tax on used goods,to
require a vote on all increases in taxes at a regularly scheduled statewide election,to relax the
procedural requirements for filing class action suits,to remove the bar voluntary payment makes
against the subsequent recovery of taxes,to remove the defense of sovereign immunity;and
WHEREAS Amendment 4 will reduce general revenues$1643 million and
WHEREAS public education would lose$96.4 million,an amount that could not be absorbed
• without increasing class size,postponing building maintenance,eliminating special programs
such as band,music,art and not buying computers,or eliminating support services such as bus
transportation;and
WHEREAS higher education would lose$27.5 million resulting in lost scholarship opportunities
or increased tuition for students;and
WHEREAS cities and counties would lose$20 million which could force cuts or scale backs in
local services such as senior citizens centers,911 systems,police and fire protection;and
WHEREAS the first opportunity to replace the lost revenue could not occur until a regularly
scheduled statewide election in November 2002;and
WHEREAS requiring that all new or increased taxes,fees,licenses be approved by the voters
will tie the hands of the Governor and legislature,and might make it impossible for the state to
raise the money it needs to keep government operating effectively for its citizens;and
WHEREAS requiring that voter approval of such taxes occur at a regularly scheduled statewide
election could limit the ability of the State to respond to emergencies and throw the entire state
into crisis;and
WHEREAS by creating a new three-year statute of limitations during which taxpayers can
recover disputed taxes,local and state governments could be involved in illegal exaction and
class action lawsuits continuously and be required to pay attorneys fees from taxpayer funds;and
WHEREAS the passage of Amendment 4 would do long term damage to the quality of life for
every Arkansan;
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that tht Council of van Byron,. Ark,nc
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opposes Initiated Amendment 4 and urges the citizens of van Buren*_Arkansas to vote
against this amendment in the November 7,2000 election.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS16TH DAY OF OCTOBER , 2000
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On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION OPPOSING AMENDMENT 5 OF THE NOVEMBER
2000 BALLOT. 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-8-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. 10 .i7 -2000
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING AMENDMENT 5 OF THE NOVEMBER 2000
BALLOT.
WHEREAS, The People of the State of Arkansas have proposed an Amendment
to the Arkansas Constitution seeking to establish a state lottery;to
permit charitable bingo games and raffles; to allow Arkansas
Casino Corporation to own and operate six casino gambling
establishments; and to establish the Arkansas Educational Trust
Fund and the Arkansas Gaming Commission;and
WHEREAS, Amendment 5 adversely affects poor families and causes an
additional burden on local resources,yet fails to bring in additional
revenues to local businesses;and
WHEREAS, Amendment 5 promotes gambling as an attractive entertainment
for teenagers;and
WHEREAS, Amendment 5 is against the interests of the people of the City of
Van Buren.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF VAN BUREN,ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: THAT the City Council opposes Amendment 5 of the 2000 ballot,
as it is against the public interest.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS /6AY OF OCTOBER,2000.
MAYOR JOUN
ATTESTED:
CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider a RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF DANIEL BREEDEN FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF 705 FEET OF SIDEWALK FOR BALDWIN STREET AND 24TH STREET AND
POPLAR STREET ON THE SOUTH SIDE BETWEEN 19TH AND 20TH STREETS. The Clerk read the
Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Swaim asked if Daniel Breeden had done concrete work for the City of Van
Buren. Mayor Riggs said as of right now he has not. Alderman Swaim asked who would oversee the job. Mayor Riggs
said David Martin, Building Inspector would oversee the job. Alderman Swaim asked if they would pay by month or
when job was completed. Mayor Riggs said they would probably pay on a monthly basis or by whatever the Contract
said. 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 Swaim, Parker,
Moore, Taylor, Spoon and Barker. 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 10-9-2000
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. / 0 9 -2000
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF DANIEL BREEDEN
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF 705 FEET OF SIDEWALK FOR BALDWIN STREET
AND 24TH STREET AND POPLAR STREET ON THE SOUTH SIDE BETWEEN 19TH
AND 20TH STREETS.
WHEREAS, The Mayor has advertised for bids for the construction
of 705 feet of sidewalk in the City of Van Buren,
Arkansas; and
WHEREAS, Bids have been received and reviewed as required by
law; and
WHEREAS, The Council feels that the bid of $ 9,000.00
from Daniel Breeden is the best bid:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
THAT, The bid of $ 9,000.00 from Daniel Breeden
is the best bid and is accepted.
THAT, The Mayor is authorized and directed to proceed with
the construction of 105 feet of sidewalk in the city of
Van Buren and to pay for same out of the Sidewalk
Fund.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 16TH DAY OF OCTOBER , 2000
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On the agenda next Mayor Riggs asked for permission to send a check for the Christmas Lights. He said that the
committee had collected the money, from all the area businesses and citizens of the City of Van Buren. The Mayor said
they had some revenue left over and would extend the lights next year. Alderman Parker said they would buy some
plug-ins that they need for the lights. Mayor Riggs said he needed the Council's approval. Alderman Swaim seconded
by Alderman Taylor made a motion for the Mayor to have permission to send a check for the Christmas Lights. The
Council followed with a unanimous vote.
Next Mayor Riggs said the Van Buren Auditorium Commission had a recommendation to appoint Joy Ross to the
Van Buren Municipal Auditorium Commission. Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Spoon made a motion to
accept the recommendation. The Council followed with a unanimous vote.
Next Anita Gibson, President of the Old Town Merchants Association made a recommendation from the OTMA to
sponsor the city's Christmas light display, Harbour Lights again this year in the Mike Meyer's Park. She said it would
be different from last year with more lights and maybe some animated figures. She said work would begin November 6th
and go through January 7'a. Anita said the lighted tours will open starting the weekend of Thanksgiving and there would
be no charge this year but donations would be accepted. She also said they would like some of the stores to stay open
late and maybe have music on the streets. Mayor Riggs said the only thing he was concerned about was the park being
closed for that long. Anita said they need that area to set up and all the lights, electrical wiring and the displays. She
said also keeping the park closed was to keep people from getting hurt and to keep down vandalism. Anita said Mr.
McNew wanted to set up the light display again this year and he will also set up his trailer and stay there through the
whole time. Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Moore made a motion to accept the recommendation of the
OTMA. The Council followed with a unanimous vote.
Alderman Taylor said the painted wall at the river needed to be resealed. Mayor Riggs said he thought it was
suppose to be taken care of last year. Alderman Taylor said that the paint was starting to chip. Mayor Riggs said they
would check on it.
Next the Mayor said that Alderman Barker had asked they get permission to advertise for a street crack sealer.
Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor made a motion to advertise for bids for a street crack sealer. The
Council followed with a unanimous vote.
Next on the agenda was the Treasurer's Report. Motion was made by Alderman Moore and seconded by Alderman
Swaim to appropriate the sum of$585,460.83 to pay expenses and salaries for September 2000, presented by the City
Clerk-Treasurer.
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Receipts $.00 $494,958.38
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2 352.82) $2$2,352.
StatetinGd eral Turnbact. - $195,098.18 $24,022.84 $39,768.9211
ck (Workers of snComp $39,768.92 $.$.00 $$39, 68. 2
Propertya ( iComp) $260,542.31 1 260,542.31
Property Tax (City General) $826,987.75
$1,620,153.55 $206,834.20 $
Sales Taxt Proceeds $116,319.82 7440
FranchiseNrw y Sales Tax Proceed $634,124.68 $100,031.22 $607,730.82
Tax $84,733.75 $350.00 $85,083.75$$85, 83.75
CourtoivlFgLicenses $665,980.31 $82,482.09 $98,504.980
Inspection
Fines $91,129.98 $7,375.00
IetpLicins Fees $1,127.00 $152.00 $1,279.00$150.00
Ret ningenFes $150.00 $.00
$209.18 $13,505.40
CSmall Fees $13,296.22 $9,963.4208 300
Civil Claimsn $30,512.31 $242.30 $40,475.73$14,164.65
Misc. General Fund $13,922.35 $4,080.00 $44,464. 5
Interestn $36,396.10 $4,0 .66 $40,476.10
Reimb.sto. Sharee JuMun.stice Fund $24,878.11 $.00 26,624.00
dii Cr. vCt. $6,000.00 $700.00 0000
Visioniois2010iRe Grantsnue $5,244.25 $655.00 $5,944.25
Salese Revenues $4,525.00 $5,655. 0 $5,180.00$$5,1 . 0
GarageopS $15,340.09 $4,642.000 $$20,808.59
Transfer63
Property Fro Up F $108,166.63 $.0062.09 $112,808.63
P.D. 12.5%FCoom CapitalSalesaIxp. $759.88 09
P.D.Insurance
Reimbursement-P.D.urses Tax .D. $6,361.16$1 , $1 59.08 $7,121.04$ , 23. 4
JuvenileIuee Transportaportement-P.D. 6,704.65 $5.009 $5.005
Miscellaneous Rev $.00 $.00 $100,062.09
12.5% Sales Tax Re $100,062.09 $.00 0,062. 9
F,D. atio1 Co.Fi SafTax use $28,979.26 $.00 28,979.26
Count Share/ un. Ct.House $3,429.20 $.00 ,429.20
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County Share/Mun. Expens $460.25 ___ ----$4 --
S UNCLAIMED LIABILITIES ACCOUNT ---------------------- -_--55,664,447.71
Total Receipts $5,097,453.60 $566,994.11
Disbursements $26,797.86 $234,093.27
$207,295.41027
OtherS
aleries - Anmin. $295,895.85 $17,477.84 $313,373.69313,3 . 9
o -tAdmn. 772,402.37 $116,319.82 $888,722.19
$5,444.2179
New County SalesEend Transfer $ $3,525.50 $1,918.71 $6,496.61
Fixediin sset010 Expenditures es $6,496.61 $.00 _
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Assets General $162,514.23 $
$1,285,
Total Administration $996,244.19
Ot
$878,156.37 $118,087.82616,254.19
Salaries Pc $567,529.52 $47,827.61 $
Other - Poo licee
Nest Police, Fire, Fire Marshall, Building Inspector's, KOH, Municipal Court, Auditorium Commission Reports
were presented for filing.
Next was any item from any citizen present. Alderman Swaim said he had talkedwith the owner, Gene Barky of the
Farmers Co-Op. He was very complementary of the Fire Department and Police Department, especially the Fire
Department for their efforts, cooperation and help with their recent fire.
Alderman Swaim then asked Police Chief Childers what the extra patrol term was on the monthly report. Police
Chief Childers said that when residents needed extra patrol the policemen have to make a special effort to check that
area.
Next was time for Miscellaneous and General Discussion. Jimmy Bell said they had an eyesore at 111 and Vine.
The Mayor said Officer Wesley Sandlin was working with the man who owns that area and it was to be cleaned up by
Monday.
There being no further business motion was made by Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Taylor to adjourn.
The City Council members followed with a unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
APPROVED:
MAYOR
ATTESTED:
eQ
Caili
CITY CLERK-TREASURER