04 April 2005 Regular MINUTES OF THE VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD APRIL 18, 2005
The City Council of the City of Van Buren, Arkansas met at 7:00 p.m., Monday, April 18, 2005 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 Dodd and Spoon. City Clerk Barbie Curtis and City
Attorney Candice Settle were also present. Alderman Jim Barker resigned after the March 21, 2005 Council
Meeting. This made a total of eight (8) present. A quorum was declared.
The Invocation was given by Alan Swaim, director of the Field of Dreams and host president over the Babe
Ruth World Series.
Next the Northridge Middle School Honor Club Officers Ashlee Coomer, President, Logan Patterson, Vice
President and Kelsey Purr, Secretary led the Pledge of Allegiance.
On the agenda next, Mayor Riggs asked to adopt the minutes of the Council Meeting on March 21, 2005.
Alderman Parker made a motion to approve the minutes. Alderman Swaim seconded the motion. On roll call the
following Council members voted aye: Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore. Dodd and Spoon. The following voted
nay: none.
Next Mayor Rims said they been had working on several issues for the City of Van Buren for over a year. He
said he was going to ask the Council to allow the proposals to go before the voters. He said they were looking at a
seventeen (17) million dollar bond issue that was going to include Rena Road. The Mayor said they have a
guaranteed million dollars of highway money coming in. He said Congressman Boozrnan has looked at the
highway bill and asked for another three (3) million dollars that they use on the project. The cost could go down as
for what the City would be paying for. He said when the bill is passed then they would know for sure what the
City's part would be. The Mayor said they were also looking at a library, a water park to replace the old
swimming pool, a community building which would be open the whole community and the Van Buren Boys and
Girls Club. He said they need to do something for the kids. The Mayor said they also need a new police station.
He said they also needed to move one of the fire stations toward Kibler Road and buy a couple of new fire trucks.
Mayor Riggs asked if anyone wanted to speak.
Lonnie Myers spoke for Dr. Merle Dickerson for the Van Buren School District supporting the Ordinance. Eva
White, director of the Crawford County Library spoke about the Library and the growth that it has had. She said
they need more space. Mayor Riggs said they had talked about building a new Library on the north side of town
and keeping the old Library open in town. James Garner said this was a very proactive move for the City's use.
He said it was amazing how many people use the facilities when they are using the boys and girls center in
conjunction with each other. He said it was a very good fiscal activity but also good business for the town as a
whole. Cathy Gifford spoke saying they had a goal to have done by 2010 but had been held up by the funding.
She said if this tax passes it would take a lot of heart and conviction from people who believe in what they are
doing. She said they need to talk to other people who have a heart for all the good causes and together they can
make it all happen. She said Van Buren has the potential to be a greater place to live. The Mayor said the dale in
the Ordinance was wrong and they needed to amend it to say July 12 instead of the 19 because of the election
law. Mr. Jim Alexander spoke in detail how the bonds worked. The Mayor asked Shep Russell to read the
Ordinances. Mr. Russell said the first time he came up to visit with Mayor was on May 26 of last year. He said
the Mayor had spent a lot of time getting together what the people wanted and would vote for.
On the agenda next was to consider an ORDINANCE CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE CITY
OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS ON THE QUESTIONS OF ISSUING BONDS UNDER AMENDMENT
NO. 62 TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
FINANCING THE COST OF CAPITAL LMPROVEMTNS; LEVYI.NG A ONE -HALF OF ONE
PERCENT (0.5 SALES AND USE TAX FOR THE PURPOSE OF RETIRING SUCH BONDS; AND
PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO. Mr. Shep Russell read the Ordinance in its
entirety. Alderman Swann moved that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance be 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5)
ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Ordinance was read the second time.
Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be further suspended and the Ordinance placed on the third and fmal
reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Moore. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote
resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as
there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. Mr. Russell then read the
Ordinance the third and fmal tune. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none.
Alderman Swains seconded by Alderman Moore moved that the Ordinance 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 Swaim. Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. And the following voted nay: none. The Mayor thereupon
declared the Ordinance adopted and signed the Ordinance, which was attested by the City Clerk and impressed
with the seal of the City.
THE ORDINANCE WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 6 -2005
ORDINANCE'Nl) 6 -2005 Section 1. There be, and there is hereby called, a special election to be held on July
AN ORDINANCE CALLINGA SPE ELECTION. IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, 12, 2005, at which election there be. submitted to the electors of the City the I
ARKANSAS ON THE QUESTIONS OF ISSUING BONDS UNDER AMENDMENT NO. 6270 questions of issuing the Bonds under Amendment 62 and the AuthorizingA
THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANC- in thea maximum an pay all a portion is described costs of accomplishing
ahove, to ibeing the o collec
ING THE COST OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS; LEVYING A ONE -HALF OF ONE PER- in the the of th Sales r g Use prnd ci Use T Taax x r remaining after the State to ate of of Arkansas from as deduccts ts its I
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CENT (0.5 SALES AND USE TAX FOR THE PURPOSE OF RETIRING SUCH BONDS; administrative the Sales
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AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Van Buren, Arkansas (the "City has Section s Indrall obligations provide for the payment of the principal and interest on f
determined that it would be in the best interests of the City to (a) finance all or a the Bonds and all and U e T The l e City in connection Saland
Use Ta shall all there is hereby
levied the Sales and Use Tax. The levy of the Sales and Use Tax shall not become
portion of the costs of streets, roads and bridges, including particularly, without effective until the special election called in Section 1 above has been held and the
limitation, constructing land improving the Road Project, and any paving, issuance of the Bonds for one or more of the purposes is approved by the voters. I
repair, curbing, gutter and drainage improvements:!equipmentandland acguisi -rig The Sales and Use Tax shall be levied and collected on the gross receipts, gross I
Lion anastreet lighting, utility improvements and traffic sigh ljirelatedthereto orr' proceeds or sales price for each single transaction in the maximum amount
in support thereof (the "Street Improvements (b) finance all'ora portion of the I allowed from time to time by Arkansas law. "Single transaction" is defined accord- I
costs of library facilities, including particularly, without limitation, acquiring, con- I ing to the nature of the goods purchased as follows:.
strutting, equipping and furnishing library facilities, and any land acquisition and
parking, street, drainage and utility improvements related thereto or in support A. When two or more devices in which, upon which or by which any person or
thereof (the "Library Improvements (c) finance all or a portion of the costs of property is, or may be, transported or drawn, including but not limited to on -road
park and recreational facilities, including particularly, without limitation, acquir- vehicles, whether required to be licensed or not, off -road vehicles, farm vehicles,
ing, constructing, equipping and furnishing a water park, and any land acquisition airplanes, water vessels, motor vehicles or non motorized vehicles and mobile
and parking, street, drainage and utility improvements related thereto or in sup- homes, are sold to a person by a seller, each individual unit, whether part of a
port thereof (the "Park Improvements and (d) finance all or a portion of the, "fleet" sale or not, shall be treated as a single transaction for the purpose of the
costs of community center facilities, including particularly, without limitation, Sales and Use Tax.
acquiring, const equipping and furnishing a community center consisting of meet B. The charges for utility services, which are subject to the Sales and Use Tax, and
ing, fitness, entertainment and recreational facilities, and any land acquisition and which are furnished on a continuous service basis, whether such services are paid
parking, street, drainage and utility i mprovements' related thereto or in support daily, weekly, monthly or annually, for the purposes of the Sales and Use Tax, shall
thereof (the "Community Center Improvements" and, collectively with the Street •be considered to be a single transaction for the purposes of the Sales and Use Tax.
Improvements, the Library Improvements and the Park .Improvements, the C. For sales of building materials and supplies to contractors, builders or other
"Improvements and persons, a single transaction, for the purposes of. the Sales and Use Tax, shall be 1
WHEREAS, the City Council proposes to finance all or a portion of the costs'of the ;deemed to be any-single sale which is reflected on a single invoice, receipt or
Improvements by the issuance of capital improvement bonds (the "Bonds under, 'statement, on which an aggregate sales (or use) tax figure has been reported and
the authority of Amendment No. 62 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas remitted to the State of Arkansas.
"Amendment 62 and Title 14, Chapter 164, Subchapter 3 of the Arkansas Code D. When two or more items of major household appliances, commercial appli-
of 1987 Annotated (the "Authorizing Legislation allocated as
follows: $10,325,000 in maximum principal amount for the Street Improvements; antes, major equipment and machinery are sold, each individual unit shall. be
$1,700,000 in maximum principal amount for the Library Improvements; $4,475,000 treated as a single transaction for the purpose of the Sales and Use Tax.
in maximum principal amount forthe Park Improvements; and $2,800,000 in max- E. For groceries, drug items, dry goods and other tangible personal property 1
imum principal amount for the Community Center Improvements; and 'and /or services not otherwise expressly covered in this Section, a single transac-
principal of and interest on the Bonds from the pro tion shall be deemed to be any single sale which is reflected on a single invoice,
WHEREAS, the City can pay the p
coeds of a City -wide 0.5 sales rincip l tax to be levied under the authority of the receipt or statement on which an aggregate sales tax figure has been reported l
and remitted to the State of Arkansas.
Authorizing Legislation; and
City Section 3. In the event the General Assembly shall define "single transaction," the 1
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is to submit to theelectors of the
General Assembly's definition shall replace the one in Section 2 hereof.
questions of issuing the Bonds for the Improvements under Amendment 62 and
the Authorizing Legislation at a special election to be called for that purpose and Section 4. The questions of issuing the Bonds shall be placed on the ballot for the
to levy a new sales and use tax at the rate of one -half of one percent (0.5 on the election in substantially the following form:
receipts from the sales at retail within the City of all items which are subject to The bonds described below that are approved may be combined into a single issue
taxation under the Arkansas Gross Receipts Act of 1941, -s amended (A.C.A. §26- or may be issued in series at one time or from time to time. If the bonds for one or
52 -101; et seq.), and the receipts from storing, using, distributing or consuming more of the purposes are approved, there will be levied a new 0.5% sales and.use
within the City tangible personal property under the Arkansas Compensating Tax tax, the net collections of which remaining after the State of Arkansas deducts its
Act of 1949, as amended (A.C.A. §§26 -53 -101, et seq.)(the "Sales and Use Tax 1 administrative charge will be used solely to retire the bonds and obligations with I
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Van Buren,
Arkansas`;,.
respect thereto in accordance with Amendment No. 62 to the Arkansas,
Constitution. The tax will expire afterithe,bonds have been paid or provision .i&
made therefor in accordance with Arkansas statutes'. The rate of taxation will be 1 FOR the Community Center Improvement Bonds and 0.5%
0.5% even if bonds for more than one purpose are approved. Sales and Use Tax
STREET IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND 0.5% SALES AND USE TAX AGAINST the Community Center Improvement Bonds and
Vote FOR or AGAINST an issue of bonds of the City of Van Buren in the maximum I 0.5% Sales and Use Tax
principal amount of $10,325,000 for the purpose of financing all or a portion of the I Section 5. The election shall be held and conducted and the vote canvassed and
costs of streets, roads and bridges, including particularly, without limitation, con- the results declared under the law and in the manner now provided for municipal
strutting and improving the Rena Road Project and any paving, repair, curbing, elections unless otherwise provided in the Authorizing Legislation and only quail-
gutter and drainage improvements, equipment and land acquisition and street I fled voters of the City shall have the right to vote at the election.
lighting, utility improvements and traffic signals related thereto or in support I I
thereof, and,'in order to -pay the bonds„the. levy.and.pledge ofia 0.5% local sales: I Section 6. The results of the election shall be proclaimed by the Mayor, and his 1
I {and use tax within.thelcity,, j Rumiu ,muui nue ot,n4. j ,nodzimlH mooihs8 I Proclamation shall be published one time in a newspaper having a general circu-
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lation in the City, which Proclamation shall advise that the results as proclaimed I
FOR the Street Improvement Bonds and 0.5% shall be conclusive unless attacked in the courts within thirty days after the date
I Sales and Use Tax r r of publication.
AGAINST the Street Improvement Bonds and 0.5%
Sales and Use Tax Section 7. A copy of this Ordinance shall be given to the Crawford County Board of
Election Commissioners so that the necessaryelection officials and supplies may
LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND 0.5% SALES AND USE TAX be provided. A certified copy of this Ordinance shall also be provided to the
'Vote FOR or AGAINST an issue of bonds of the City of Van Buren in the maximum Commissioner of Revenues of the State of Arkansas as soon as practical.
principal amount of $1,700.000 for the purpose of financing all or a portion of the Section 8. The Mayor and City Clerk, for and on behalf of the City, be and they are
costs of library facilities, including particularly, without limitation, acquiring, hereby authorized and directed to do any and all things necessary to call and hold
constructing, equipping and furnishing library facilities, and any and acquisition the special elections herein provided and, if the issuance of the Bonds is approved
and parking, street, drainage and utility improvements related thereto or in sup- by the electors, to cause the Sales and Use Tax to be collected in accordance with
port thereof, and, in order to pay the bonds, the levy and pledge of a 0.5% local the Authorizing Legislation, and to perform all acts of whatever nature necessary l
sales and use tax within the City.. I to carry out the authority conferred by this Ordinance.
FOR the Library Improvement Bonds and 0.5%
Sales and Use Tax Section 9. .That if any Bonds are approved, the City intends to negotiate with I
Morgan Keegan Company, Inc., which has assisted the City in preparation of the
AGAINST the Library Improvement Bonds and Bond size and repayment structure, for the sale of the Bonds that may be issued
0.5% Sales and Use Tax I from time to time.
PARK AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES BONDS AND 0.5% SALES AND USE TAX f Vote FOR or AGAINST an issue of bonds of the City of Van Buren in the maximum Section 10. The provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be separable
principal amount of $4,475,000 for the purpose of financing all or a portion of the and if any provision shall for any reason be held illegal or invalid, such holding
costs of park and recreational facilities, including particularly, without limitation; shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this Ordinance.
acquiring, constructing, equipping and furnishing a water park, and any land Section 11. All ordinances and parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby
I acquisition and parking, street, drainage and utility improvements related thereto repealed to the extent of such conflict.
or in support thereof, and, in order to pay the bonds, the levy and pledge of a 0.5%
local sales and use tax within the City. PASSED: April 18, 2005..
FOR the Park and Recreational Facilities Bonds ATTEST:
and 0.5% Sales and Use Tax IL Barbie Curtis'
AGAINST the Park and Recreational Facilities City Clerk
Bonds and 0.5% Sales and Use Tax
(SEAL)
COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENT BONDS AND 0.5% SALES AND USE TAX
Vote FOR or AGAINST an issue of bonds of the City of Van Buren in the maximum APPROVED:
principal amount of $2,800,000 for the purpose of financing all or a portion of the Mayor John Riggs
costs of community center facilities, including particularly, without limitation,
acquiring, constructing, equipping and furnishing a community center consisting I Published in the April 30, 2005 issue of the Press Argus- Courier
of meeting, fitness, entertainment and recreational facilities, and any land acqui
sitionand parking, street, drainage and utility improvements related thereto or in
support thereof, and, in order to pay the bonds, the levy and pledge of a 0.5% sales
and use tax within the City.
On the agenda next was to consider an ORDINANCE PROVIDLNG FOR THE LEVY OF A NEW ONE-
HALF OF ONE PERCENT (0.5 SALES AND USE TAX WITIIIN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS; AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO. Mr. Shep Russell read
the Ordinance in its entirety. _Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance be placed on
its second reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Moore. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following
vote resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried
as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Ordinance was read the
second time.
Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be further suspended and the Ordinance placed on the third and final
reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Moore. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote
resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as
there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. Mr. Russell then read the
Ordinance the third and final time. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none.
The Mayor then put the question. "Shall the Ordinance pass Motion was made by Alderman Swaim and
seconded by Alderman Moore to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore. Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there
were five (5) ayes and (0)nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the
Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open Council, duly attested by the City Clerk.
THE ORDINANCE WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 7 -2005
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On the agenda next was to consider an ORDINANCE CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE CITY
OF VAN BUREN, ARKASNAS ON TIIE QUESTION OF LEVYING A NEW ONE -HALF OF ONE
PERCENT (0.5 SALES AND USE TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS;
DEFINING THE TERM "SINGLE TRANSACTION;" AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS
PERTAINING THERETO. Mr. Shep Russell read the Ordinance in its entirety. Alderman Swaim moved that
the rules be suspended and the Ordinance be placed on its second reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman
Moore. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore,
Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes
being necessary for passage. The Ordinance was read the second tune.
Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be further suspended and the Ordinance placed on the third and final
reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Moore. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote
resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as
there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. Mr. Russell then read the
Ordinance the third and final time. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none.
The Mayor then put the question, "Shall the Ordinance pass Motion was made by Alderman Swaim and
seconded by Alderman Parker to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there
were five (5) ayes and (0)nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Mayor.then declared the
Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open Council, duly attested by the City Clerk.
THE ORDINANCE WAS GIVEN THE NUMBER 8 -2005
I ORDINANCE NO. 8-2005
B. The charges for utility services, which are subject to the Sales and Use Tax, and
1 AN ORDINANCE CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS ON THE QUESTION OF LEVYING A NEW ONE -HALF OF ONE PERCENT which are furnished t moay or annually, n y f th
r e p r of th eS a les nd services axe paid
(0.5 SALES AND USE TAX WITHIN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS; DEFIN- bei consid l t obe l sin l tr s for transaction purposes purposes of Sales and a
e n Tax, shall
be considered to be a single transaction for the purposes of the Sales and Use Tax,
ING THE TERM "SINGLE TRANSACTION;' AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO. C. For sales of building materials and supplies to contractors, builders or other
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Van Buren, Arkansas (the "City") has persons, a single transaction, for the purposes of the Sales and Use Tax, shall be
deemed to be any single sale which is reflected on a single invoice, receipt or
I passed on April 18, 2005, Ordinance No. 7 -2005 providing for the levy of a new statement, on which an aggregate sales (or use) tax figure has been reported and
one -half of one percent (0.5 sales and use tax within the City (the "Sales and remitted to the State of Arkansas.
Use Tax
and 1 D. When two or more items of major household appliances, commercial appli-
t antes, major equipment and machinery are sold, each individual unit shall be
WHEREAS, the Sales and Use Tax is to be levied and 2 1 H S. the gross receipts, gross proceeds be l or sales price for treated as a single transaction for the purpose of the Sales and Use Tax.
E. For groceries, drug items, dry goods and other tangible personal property
each single transaction in the maximum amount allowed from time to time by and /or services not otherwise expressly covered in this Section, a single transac-
Arkansas law; and tion shall be deemed to be any single sale which is reflected on a single invoice,
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is to call a special election on the ques- receipt or statement on which an aggregate sales tax figure has been reported
and remitted to the State of Arkansas.
tion of the levy of the Sales and Use Tax and to define the term "single transac-
tion J Section 4. In the event the Arkansas Legislature shall define "single transaction,'
i the Legislature's definition shall replace the one in Section 3 hereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Van Buren,
Arkansas x r v L Section 5. The election shall be held and conducted and the vote canvassed and
e.�,.v A"L'IN. a l h -pcs ap aF ?ni m da 1 h'c a nl 4. the results declared under the law and in the manner now provided for municipal
Section 1. There is hereby called a special election to be held on July 12,2005 at elections unless otherwise provided in Title 26, Chapter 75, Subchapter 2 of the
which election there shall be submitted to the electors of the City the question of1 Arkansas Code
the levy of the Sales and Use Tax. 1
of 1987 Annotated (the Authoriing Legislation and only qualified voters of the
City shall have the right to vote at the election.
Section 2. The question of levying the Sales and Use Tax shall be placed on the Section 6. The results of the election shall be proclaimed by the Mayor, and his
ballot for the election in substantially the following form:' Proclamation shall be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation in
the City, which Proclamation shall advise that the results as proclaimed shall be
If the tax is approved, there will be levied a new 0.5- sales and use tax, the net I conclusive unless attacked in the courts within thirty days after the date of pub-
collections of which remaining after the State of Arkansas deducts its adminis- I lication.
trative charge will be used for general operations of the City and other purposes
of City government. This sales and use tax is separate and distinct from the 0.5% I Section 7. A copy of this Ordinance shall be given to the Crawford County Board
sales and bonds of Election Commissioners so that the necessary election officials and supplies
may be provided. A certified copy of this Ordinance shall also be provided to the
0.5% SALES AND USE TAX FOR GENERAL PURPOSES Commissioner of Revenues of the State of Arkansas as soon as practical.
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Vote FOR or AGAINST adoption of a 0.5% local sales and Section 8. The Mayor and City Clerk, for and on behalf of the City, be, and they are
use tax within the City of Van Buren. hereby authorized and directed to doany and all things necessary to call and hold
the special election as herein provided and, if the levy of the Sales and Use Tax is I
FOR the 0.5% Sales and Use Tax approved by the electors, to cause the Sales and Use Tax to be collected in actor- i
dance with the Authorizing Legislation, and to perform all acts of whatever nature
I AGAINST the 0.5% Sales and Use Tax O necessary to carry out the authority conferred by this Ordinance. l
Section 3. The Sales and Use Tax shall be levied and, collected on the gross PASSED: April 18, 2005.
receipts, gross proceeds or sales price for each single transaction in the maid- v
mum amount allowed from time to time by Arkansas law. "Single transaction is 1 ATTEST:
defined according to the nature of the goods purchased as follows: Barbie Curtis
City Clerk
Al When two or more devices in which, upon which or by which any person or '(SEAL)
property is, or may be, transported or drawn, including but not limited to on -road J
vehicles, whether required to be licensed or not, off -road vehicles, farm vehicles, APPROVED:
airplanes, water vessels, motor vehicles or non motorized vehicles and mobile Mayor John Riggs
homes, are sold to a person by a seller, each individual unit, whether part of a Published in the April 30, 2005 issue of the Press Argus- Coi•ier
"fleet" sale or not, shall be treated as a single transaction for the purpose of the
Sales and Use Tax.
Next on the agenda was for the Mayor to open a PUBLIC HEARING ON CHANGING THE NAME OF
SANDSTONE EAST TO LEGACY BOULEVARD. Attorney Phillip Bagby was representing Eugene L.
Fellluan. Attorney Bagby said the name change would be helpful for the Fire Department and Police Department
and for public concern. Attomey Bagby said they were asking for the name change because it did have economic
benefit and on the other hand there were the issues for the public safety concern.
Next Jeff Fox spoke saying his business was located on Sandstone East. He said he had advertised his location and
established his address. He said if they wanted to change the name for safety issues he would understand but if
changing the name was for the street name to match the development on top of the hill he would like the Council
to understand his point. Next Regina Kelly with Cingular and Pager Warehouse spoke saying they had been there
for twenty -seven (27) months. She said they advertise that address quite extensively. She said she had more than
just letterhead and business cards to change. Mayor Riggs asked if the Council had any discussion. Alderman
Parker said her first repercussion was that whoever was there first was there first. She said she realized after
Attorney Bagby talked about the safety issues for the 600 feet that was Sandstone she said that would take some
pondering. The Mayor said Alderman Spoon had a good ideal by having a nice big Legacy Boulevard sign put up
on 59 Hwy that leads directly to Legacy Boulevard and leave the Sandstone address. Attorney Settle said there
was a real issue with the safety. Alderman Dodd asked why the street couldn't be Sandstone all the way through.
Attorney Settle said it was a safety issue because the street also runs on the other side of 59 Hwy. Alderman
Swairrt said they have several streets running on both sides of the highway all over the city of Van Buren. He
asked what the difference was. Attorney Settle said there was no difference but safety was a problem currently.
Alderman Dodd said they could put east on Sandstone and everyone would know which way to go. Alderman
Dodd said she would not like someone to change the name of a street in front of her business. Mr. James Garner
said all they were trying to do is improve the town and there would be about 600 homes in that development.
Attorney Bagby said the Council had already approved the name of the street through the addition. Alderman
Swaim said they had approved the street name Legacy Boulevard at the end of Sandstone East. Attorney Bagby
said the developers would work with the neighbors. Alderman Moore seconded by Alderman Parker made a
motion to table the item until next month. The Council followed with a unanimous vote.
On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF TIM ANROLD
ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION TO REPLACE THE ROOF ON THE MUNICIPAL COMPLEX. The
Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none. 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, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -1 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. 1—\ -2005
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF TIM ARNOLD ROOFING AND
CONSTRUCTION TO REPLACE THE ROOF ON THE MUNICPAL COMPLEX.
WHEREAS, The Mayor has advertised for bids to replace the roof on the municipal
complex; and
WHEREAS, Only one bid was received; and
WHEREAS, The Council feels that the bid of Tim Arnold Roofing and Repair is a fair
bid;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION l: The Bid of $15,000.00 by Tim Arnold Roofing and Construction is
accepted.
SECTION 2: The Mayor is authorized and directed to pay for all expenses relating to
the replacement of the roof.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 0 DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR I IIN RI RP.
A TTESTED:
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE
ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF ELM AVENUE IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS.
The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none.
Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Dodd 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 Swann,
Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -2 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. L k -2005
A RESOLUTION SETIUNG A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE ABANDONMENT
OF A PORTION OF ELM AVENUE IN THE CITY OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS.
WHEREAS, K. Michael Thompson and Judith W. Thompson have petitioned
the City Council of Van Buren, to vacate and abandon that portion
of Elm Avenue between Lot 40 and the east 150 feet of Lot 11A,
Rivercliff Addition to the City of Van Buren.
WHEREAS, The Petitioners own all the property adjoining those portions of the
above described; and,
WHEREAS, The City Council of Van Buren, Arkansas, acting under the
authority of Arkansas Code Annotated, Section 14 -301 -301 has the
authority to abandon streets and alleys.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCH, OF THE
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: That a Public Hearing is set for May 23, 2005, at 7:00 P.M., at
which time said Petition shall be presented to the City Council and
the Council will determine at that time whether such property
should be abandoned as a street and that all abutting property
owners and other persons directly interested have consented to
such abandonment.
SECTION 2: That the City Clerk of Van Buren, Arkansas is hereby directed to
give notice by publication once a week for two weeks in some
newspaper published in Crawford County advising the property
owners affected that on said date and time the Council will hear
said Petition.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS I DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR J N RI
ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF FORSGREN, INC.,
FOR THE 2005 STREET IMPROVEMENTS. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. The Mayor asked
if there was any discussion. There was none. 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, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -3 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. "3 -2005
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF FORSGREN, INC., FOR TILE 2005
STREET IMPROVEMENTS PHASE IX.
WIIEREAS, The Mayor has advertised for bids for the 2005 Street Improvements
Phase IX; and
WHEREAS, Bids have been received and opened as advertised; and
WHEREAS, The Council feels that the bid of Forsgren, Inc. is the best bid;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: The Bid of $585,947.65 by Forsgren, Inc. is accepted.
SECTION 2: The Mayor is authorized and directed to pay for all expenses relating to
the Project out of the Street Fund.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 1 DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR` RIG 'L1
ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERK /TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR
TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS ON PROPERTY INSURANCE. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety.
The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none. 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, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -4 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS 9 RESOLUTION NO. I -2005
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS ON PROPERTY INSURANCE.
WHEREAS, The Mayor of Van Buren needs to advertise for bids on Property
Insurance, which expires June 25, 2005.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: TIIAT the Mayor is authorized and directed to cause to be drafted a
list of needed insurance.
SECTION 2: THAT after said list is prepared and incorporated into a Notice to
Bidders, the City Clerk is authorized and directed to advertise for bids
for said insurance. �y1
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS I V DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR JOHNGS
ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERK- TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DISPOSE OF
FIXED ASSETS BY SEALED BID. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. The Mayor asked if there was
any discussion. There was none. Alderman Swaim 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, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -5 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. ti -5 -2005
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DISPOSE OF FIXED ASSETS BY
SEALED BID.
WIIEREAS, The City of Van Buren has assets which are beyond repair and are no
longer needed by the City; and
WHEREAS, After an inventory of Fixed Assets, it is recommended by our State
Auditor that these items be removed from our Fixed Asset Inventory.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: That the Mayor is hereby authorized to remove the following assets from
the Fixed Asset Inventory and dispose of same by sealed bid:
Department Amount Description Control
Police Department $12,500.00 1990 Chevrolet Pick up PD -397
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Police Department $4,334.00 Metal Dog Box PD -455
PASSED AND APPROVED TIIIS IS DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR RIG
ATTESTED:
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CITY CLERK/TREASURER
On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DISPOSE OF
FIXED ASSETS BY AUCTION. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. The Mayor asked if there was
any discussion. There was none. Alderman Swann seconded by Alderman Dodd 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, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -6 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
RESOLUTION NO. L k' G, -2005
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO DISPOSE OF FIXED ASSETS BY
AUCTION.
WHEREAS, The City of Van Buren has assets which are beyond repair and are no
longer needed by the City; and
WHEREAS, After an inventory of Fixed Assets, it is recommended by our State
Auditor that these items be removed from our Fixed Asset Inventory.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: That the Mayor is hereby authorized to remove the following assets from
the Fixed Asset Inventory and dispose of same by auction:
Department Amount Description Control
Police Department $629.00 Audio Visual Projector PD -86
Police Department $350.00 Metal Desk PD -271
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS I D DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR JII N RIG Kf
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On the agenda next was to consider A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE YEAR MODEL OF A VAN
PREVIOUSLY APPROVED FOR PURCHASE. The Clerk read the Resolution in its entirety. The Mayor
asked if there was any discussion. There was none. Alderman Swaim seconded by Alderman Dodd 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, Dodd and Spoon. 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 4 -7 -2005
CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS 1
RESOLUTION NO. g 1 -2005
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE YEAR MODEL OF A VAN PREVIOUSLY
APPROVED FOR PURCHASE.
WHEREAS, Under authority of A.C.A. 19 -11 -201, and following, and Resolution 2 -2-
1993, the City of Van Buren, Arkansas is authorized to purchase certain
equipment including cars, under state procurement contracts and that such
purchases are exempted from the requirements of competitive bidding;
WHEREAS, The Council previously authorized the purchase of one (1) 2005 Ford E-
350 one ton twelve passenger van for the price of $18,675.00 pursuant to
Resolution No. 2 -7 -2005;
WHEREAS, When the police department attempted to purchase said vehicle, only 2006
models were available;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF VAN BUREN,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION L: The Mayor is authorized to enter into a purchasing agreement for one (1)
2006 Ford E -350 one ton twelve passenger van for the base price of
$18,]75.00 with an additional $500.00 to be added for power windows
and locks for a total of $18,675.00 under the state procurement contract
subject to Resolution 2 -2 -1993. Said purchase shall be paid for out of
federal forfeiture m ney.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS I DAY OF APRIL, 2005.
MAYOR JOlt RIG GS
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On the agenda next was to consider an ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE REVISED NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE WITH LOCAL AMENDMENTS. The Clerk read the Ordinance in its entirety.
Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be suspended and the Ordinance be placed on its second reading. The
motion was seconded by Alderman Parker. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted: Ayes
Aiderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5)
ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Ordinance was read the second time.
Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be further suspended and the Ordinance placed on the third and fmal
reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Dodd. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote
resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as
there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Clerk then read the
Ordinance the third and final time. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none.
The Mayor then put the question, "Shall the Ordinance pass Motion was made by Alderman Swaim and
seconded by Alderman Parker to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there
were five (5) ayes and (0)nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the
Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open Council, duly attested by the City Clerk.
Motion was made by Alderman Parker and seconded by Alderman Swaim, that the emergency clause be
adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll the following vote resulted: Ayes: Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore,
Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes
being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open
Council, duly attested by the City Clerk.
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CODE. The Clerk read the Ordinance in its entirety. Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be suspended and the
Ordinance be 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor
declared the motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage.
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reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Spoon. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote
resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as
there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Clerk then read the
Ordinance the third and final time. The Mayor asked if there was any discussion. There was none.
The Mayor then put the question, "Shall the Ordinance pass Motion was made by Alderman Swaim and
seconded by Alderman Parker to adopt the Ordinance, On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion caned as there
were five (5) ayes and (0)nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the
Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open Council, duly attested by the City Clerk.
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adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll the following vote resulted: Ayes: Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore,
Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes
being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open
Council duly attested by the City Clerk.
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MECHANICAL CODE. The Clerk read the Ordinance in its entirety. Alderman Swaim moved that the rules be
suspended and the Ordinance be 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 Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon.
The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for
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reading. The motion was seconded by Alderman Dodd. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote
resulted: Ayes Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore, Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as
there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Clerk then read the
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seconded by Alderman Parker to adopt the Ordinance. On the Clerk's calling the roll, the following vote resulted:
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were five (5) ayes and (0)nays. Four (4) votes being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the
Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open Council, duly attested by the City Clerk.
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adopted. On the Clerk's calling the roll the following vote resulted: Ayes: Alderman Swaim, Parker, Moore,
Dodd and Spoon. The Mayor declared the motion carried as there were five (5) ayes and (0) nays. Four (4) votes
being necessary for passage. The Mayor then declared the Ordinance duly passed and signed same in open
Council; duly attested by the City Clerk.
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Next on the agenda next was time for Boards and Commissions. The Civil Service Commission recommended
Joe Stewart to replace Kevin Bell. Mr. Bell moved out of the City and is no longer able to serve on the
Commission. Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Swaim made a motion to accept their recommendation.
The Council members followed with a unanimous vote.
Next on the agenda was the Financial Statement. 'Motion was made by Alderman Swaim and seconded by
Alderman Spoon to appropriate the sum of $1,114,091.54 to pay expenses and salaries for March 2005, presented
by the City Clerk Treasurer. The Council followed with a unanimous vote.
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ASSETS 008 ICI.
1 1 1 4, 0 9 1 5 4 t••+
1000 Petty Cash 0.00 1 200.00
1020 Cash in Dank 44,163.99 99,256.04
1020.10 Cash in Bank Sales Tax City 0.00 0.00
1020.10 Cash in Bank PD Ca Tax 65,278.04 54,212.78
1020.19 Cast in Bank FD Co Tax 6,019.67 131,540.33
1020.27 Cash in Bank Levee 0.00 1,094.17
1020.31 Cash in Bank Parks fi ReC 56,703.86 15,100.56
1020.51 Cash in Bank Cemetery 1,623.63 4,083.07
1020.91 Cash in Bank Cap Imp 5,3]1.19 174,019:52
1040 Investments 0.00 0.00
1040.10 Investments Sales Tax City 0.00 0.00
1040.18 Investments e0 Co Tax 0.00 0.00
1040.19 Investments FO Co Tax 0.00 0.00
1040.27 Investments Levee 0.00 0.00
1040.31 Investments Parks 6 ReC 0.00 0.00
1040.51 Investments Cemetery 3.26 45,542.75
1040.91 InvestmentS Cap Imp 0.00 911,309.61
1040.92 Capital Improvement CD 0.00 0.00
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 Fundo 0.00 0.00
1520 Doe frm Street Fund 0.00 0,00
1540 Due 9000 Library Fund 0.00 0.00
LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCE
2000 Accounts Payable 0.00 0.00
2010 Municipal Health Inc. Payable 0.00 0.00
2030 Colonial Life Payable 0.00 0.00
2035 Credit Union -First Resource 0.00 0.00
2040 WPFI Payable 0.00 0.00
2000 National Foundation Life Ins. 0.00 35.20
2050 Conseoo Payable 0.00 r 0.00
2090 New York Life Ins. Payable 0.00 0.00
2100 Life Ins. of Georgia Payable 0.00 0.00
2130 Garnishments Payable 0.00 0.00
2135 R. Allen Trust *502305610 0.00 0.00
2140 United Way Payable 0.00 0.00
2150 Parks Rec. F.O.D.
5,00 190.00
2160 Pre -Paid Legal Services 0.00 0.00 i
21]0 F.O.P.
0.00 0.00
2175 Van Buren Fire Fighters Union 0.00 0.00
2176 vav Buren Firemen Contribution 0.00 0.00
2177 Police Officers Union _0.00 0.00
2200 Wage Payable 0.00 0.00
2210 Federal Income Tax W/N 0.00 0 24.12
Next Police, Fire, Building Inspector, District Court and Engineer Reports were presented for filing.
There being no further business Alderman Parker seconded by Alderman Swain made a motion to adjoum. The
Council followed with a unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 8:40p.m.
APPROVED:
ATfhSTED:
C MAYOR
CITY CLERK TREASURER