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COUNCIL MEETING
January 18, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, January 18, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and Prayer by Alderman
Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Curtis, Sorrells, Alberson, Honeycutt, Lehman and Hill. Present:
6, absent: 0, a quorum was declared.
Also present were: Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants, City Attorney Rice, City Engineer
George, Fire Chief Schmitt, Recreation Directors, Dick Huck and Joanne Repko,
Dr. Robert Smith, past president of Chamber of Commerce and Mr. Howard Dunn,
LRAFB Fire Chief.
Minutes of Regular Council meeting of January 4th, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Mayor Harden asked for correptions or additions of Minutes of Regular Meeting
of December 7, and Special Meeting of December 28, 1967, which were presented
for study January 4th, and there being no corrections or additions presented,
announced the Minutes stand approved as written and pr~sented.
Mayor Harden commented that according to Arkansas Statutes, the Mayor is
to present the fiscal condition of the city, and heretofore it has been policy
to present this report at the first council meeting of the year, but due to
illness he had been unable to present the report at the first meeting but
was presenting it at this meeting. He thanked Vice-Mayor Hill for acting
in his absence at the January hth meeting.
He pointed out that Jacksonville took great strides forward during 1967
but that 1968 is to be the "Do-it Year", for the number of projects which
were programmed during 1967. He nresented a list of projects programmed
for 1968 as follows:
LIBRARY--In disc\lssion of the Library, Mayor Harden stated the official
application for a federal grant for the library project has been sent to
Ft. Worth and he has been informed indirectly the appropriation has been
approved and it is now dependent upon funds being released in Washington.
He stated Stephens, Inc. advanced $82,000 as the city's portion of the library
project which will be deducted from the net proceeds of the $425,000 Bond
issue and paid to Stephens. He stated the approximate cost of the new
Library is $20),000 but $123,000 of the cost is to be a federal grant.
In the Library discussj,on, Mayor Harden stated that he, Mrs. Nixon, City
Librarian, and representatives of Ark. Library Commission plan to
tour several cities to inspect new library buildings. He stated planners will
begin work on the new library blueprints soon, and by inspecting other library
facilities it is hoped to determine Jacksonville's library needs by comparing
existing plans with other new libraries.
Mayor Harden stated that City officials and leaders of First Methodist Church
are working on an agreement for a Parking lot in which the city would construct
a parking area for the new library building and the church have use of it
on Sunday.
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FIRE STATION -EAST SIDE WITH 2 NEW FIRE TRUCKS:
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In the discussion, Mayor Harden reported acquisition of land for the station
is in process, and Fire Chief Schmitt is preparing specifications for the
new fire tr\lcks which will be purchased in connection with the new East Side
Fire Station. He estimated delivery date on the trucks will be seven months
from the date the order is placed and stressed that the order should be placed
as soon as possible after opening bids.
COMMUNITY CENTER WITH SWIMMING POOL:
NEW SEWER PONDS AND AERATION PLANT (Research Grant)
In the discussion of this project, it was stated construction of the new
ponds and aeration pland is pending approval of a Research and Development
grant, and application for same was signed and sent to Washington last week.
It was stated Jacksonville and Hercules, Inc. will share the remaining
cost of about $60,000 on the project. Mayor Harden and City Engineer
George commended Dr. Albert Sidwell of Hercules, Inc. for his work on this
project and also commended the Council for their far-sightedness in purchasing
the 50 acres of land sometime ago, as this land will be utilized in the
sewer improvement project.
LOOP ROAD-REDMOND ROAD EXTENSION TO HWY. 67.
It is proposed a new road will be made through the wooded area from the end of
Redmond Road to Vandenburg Drive, near the entrance of the Air Base, which
will complete the actual loop.
NEW HIGH SCHOOL:
Mayor Harden stated he was informed by a Director of the School Board
that the Federal grant for the new High School has been appropriated and they
are awaiting release of funds for this project.
BOYS CLUR
RAMADA INN EXPANSION
NATIONAL SWAGE TOOL & DIE CORP. EXPANSION
The following are 1968 Recommendations by Mayor Harden:
1. WATER COMPANY (Remodel warehouse. Establish a cut-on and cut-off fee.)
2. ZONING ORDINANCE (Commercial zoning with at least four classifications,
Industrial zoning with two or more classifications
Mobile home zoning, new zoning maps.) '
). PARKS & RECREATION (Establish more neighborhood parks and play areas.
Develop lake in Dupree Park for children,
stock lake with fish, build wharves, establish safety
precautions )
4. ELECTR I CAL ORDINANCE (Revise fees for inspection) A rough draft of a proposed
electrical ordinance for revision of fees was presented to the council members for
study by Alderman Alberson, author of the proposed code. It was pointed out that
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Alderman Alberson has worked several mon t hs to perfect this ordinance and he was '~
commended by Mayor Harden for his effort. It was decided that meetings should be
scheduled by the council with representatives of industry and contractors to work
out the details of the ordinance.
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5. REVISE PLUMBING FEES
6. FIRE DEPARTMENT (Rating to fifth class)
7. SPECIAL CENSUS (Early spring of 1968)
8. BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM
9. STREET AND HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS
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10. UNIFORM GAS RATES. Mayor Harden stated a number of residents have asked
that he do something to secure uniform gas rates throughout the city, pointing
out that Ark. La. Gas charges range from 55¢ per unit to ,90¢ in some areas.
He pointed out that some rates are higher due to recent extensions of lines, in
which consumers are charged a pro-rata share in order to amortize the cost of
the lines, but that rates should return to standard when the lines arce paid for.
Alderman Lehman stated he would like to add an above~ground water s11pply
to the recommendations, and Mayor Harden stated this is within our grasp and
with approval of the Council, would write the Corps of Engineers to be
considered for this supply in the grant for Bayou Meta Watershed project.
Mayor Harden commended members of the council for their fine co-operation and
the work they have done during the year of 1967, and each member respo~ded
in like manner.
Dr. Robert Smith, past president of Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, commented
on the program for 1968 as presented by Mayor Harden and stated he felt it a good
program and one he considered essential to the city's future growth. Dr. Smith was
commended by the Mayor and -Council'for his performance in the leadership of the
Chamber of Commerce during 1967.
Mayor Harden read a letter from Dr. Robt. A. Smith, past president of
Chamber of Commerce, which stated in part: 11 As president of the Chamber of
Commerce, I wish to express my appreciation for your cooperation and leadership
in furthering the progress of the community in 1967.11 "This year you and
the council exhibited leadership and judgment that was directly responsible for
many improvements and achievements of this city. 11 •
In reviewing his recommendations for 1967, Mayor Harden noted the sick leave
and annual leave for city employees has been established by ordinance, the
Fire Station for East Side carried over to 1968, and the Roadside Park in the
Pine Grove next to the Freeway has not yet been established, but it is his
"pet project" to see accomplished in the future.
On Motion of Alderman Sorrells, seconded by Alderman Hill and all memb_ers voting
in the affirmative, bank balances and current aecounts payable in the sum of
$5,507.90 for Jacksonville Water & Sewer Department be accepted and approved
for payment.
Mayor Harden asked for permission to extend a 6 inch water line approximately
300 feet East on Main Street in connection with the installation of a sprinkler
system at National Swage Tool and Die Corporation, and to install a fire hydrant.
After discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt to purchase
6 inch cast iron pipe and extend water line 300 feet East on Main Street to
take care of National Swage Tool and Die Corporation and to set a fire hydrant.
Motion approved by voice vote.
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Mayor Harden read a letter of resignation from J. c. George, City Engineer,
which stated inrpart: 11 It is certainly with regret that I must hereby
request relief from my duties as Jacksonville City Engineer, as of
February 1, 1968.11 "I have very much enjoyed working with you on the mamy
problems which the City of Jacksonville has faced and I hope that I have been
able to add something of value to the solution of those problems during the
past two and one-half years."
After discussion, in which Mayor Harden and members of the Council expressed
themselves as feeling Mr. George had done a good job and with a feeling of
regret were accepting his resignation. Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by
Alderman Honeycutt to accept the resignation of J. C. George, as City Engineer,
effective February 1, 1968. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported the recent freeze damaged the streets immeasurably
and that the streets in Newtown area are in borl condition and should be
considered in the proposed street improvements for summer. He said that due
to recent icing of the streets in which several tons of salt were used,
the city's stockpile of salt was depleted with the exception of 3 bags and
he felt another ton of salt should be purchased for use for the remainder of
the win~er.
Alderman Lehman called attention to the Stop sign at Union and Wilson Streets
which has been the object of concern recently, as the sign has been removed
by vandals each time it has been replaced by the Street Department. It was
decided to refer this matter to the Folice Department.
In Sanitation Department discussion, Mayor Harden stated a rat control firm has
been employed to exterminate rats around ·the ditch in the Sunnyside Hills
Housing area near Graham Road. It was reported rats have also been seen in
the vicinity of Southeastern Ave.
Mayor Harden read a letter from Mr. Jason Rouby, Executive Director of
Me~rupollLar1 Area Planning Connnission, which stated in part:
"One of the things I want to tell you is that :for various reasons we have
revised the budget and the request to our members for their 1968 contributions.
You may recall that our request to Jacksonville for 1968 was $2,509.00.
Since then, John Harrington has arranged for services to be contributed by
city staff members for a total of $1,560.00. Consequently, werare deducting
that amount from the original request which would leave our reques t to Jacksonville
for a cash appropriation for 1968 of $949.00. (You may be willing to round that
out to $950.00)11 • Mayor Harden stated he was informed that Metrop lan had dropped
the idea of becoming a Council of Governments for the time, and suggested that
the city pay it's 1968 dues as well as $1,500 for 1967 dues. Alderman Lehman
moved, seconded by Alderman Hill that the city pay its 1967 annual dues of $1,500
and 1968 annual dues of $950.00 to Metropolitan Area Planning Commission.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden suggested that the mobile home zoning committee composed of
Alderman Hill and T. P. White, Co-Chairmen and Alderman Honeycutt and
Cleo Cavender be reactivated and meet with Metroplan in an effort to draft
mobile home zoning regulations.
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Parks & Recreation Director, Dick Huck, presented a pamphlet of the
Spring Highlights of the Park & Recreation Department for 1968 and
outlined the program. Mayor Harden stated Park & Recreation Commission
elected Mr. Larry Goddard Chairman, and Bob Boyd as Vice-Chairman.
Mayor Harden called attention to the Building permits issued in 1967 as
$1,557,291.00 which is a reduction of $1,000,000 from 1966. He stated
there were 154 new water connections made during 1967.
Ald er man Alberson moved, seconde d by Alderman Hill that Mayor Harden be
auth or ized to execute the archite ctural cont r a cts for the Library,
Commun ity Ce nter a nd Fire Station buildings wi th Scott Farrell, Architect,
at a r ate of 6% of the total cost of the f a c i lities. Motion a pproved by
voice vote.
Mayor Harden appointed Dr. Robert Smith for a te~ of one year to represent
the city at all meetings involving agencies participating through the
Economic Opportunity Agency. Mayor Harden explained that by virtue of
his office as Mayo r , he is an ex-officio member of EOA, but in the past
he has no t h ad t i m.e to attend the meetings. Alderman Albe r son moved,
seconded by Alderma n Lehman to ratify the appoint ment of Dr. Robert Smith
as representa.tive of the City of Jacksonville on the Board of Directors of
EOA, for a period of one year. Motion approved by voice vote. Dr. Smith
accepted the appointment and stated he would not obli gate the city in any
way without first pEesenting the proposal to the Council.
Mayor Harden ap pointed Johnny Wright as Civil Defense Director, and
Alderman Hill mov ed, seconded by Alderman Curtis to ratify the appointment
of Johnny Wright as Civil Defense Director. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden called attention to the disposal of dog carcasses at the
Animal Shelter which poses a problem, and wa s g i ven ap prova l without voting
to expend $1,200.00 for construction of a cremat or ium at t he Anunal Shelter.
He stated that Odes Goodsell inspected some f act ory-built i ncinerators
which usually retail at $4,000, and felt he could dup l icate one a nd
guarantee it to operate successfully for the above named price, and was
told to proceed. ·
Mayor Harden announced the Bond sale for the $425,000 issue of Improvement
Bonds in which the interest rate of 4.9o10has been assured, will .be held
at 11 o'clock, Friday, January 19th.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved and approved to
adjourn.
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COUNCIL MEETING
February 1, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, February 1, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was called
to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and Prayer by Alderman Sorrells.
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On Roll Call the following members wer e present as their names were calle~:(Alderma n
Alder men: Sorrells, Alberson, Honeycu ·tt, Lehman and Hill. Present: 5, absent: 1,/Curtis)
a quorum was declared. Also prese nt were : Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants, Fire Chief
Schmitt.
Minutes of Regular Council meeting of January 18, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Mayor Harden asked for corrections or additions of Minutes of Regular Meeting
of Uanua!by.r-U, which were presented for study Janua ry 18, 1968, and there
being no corrections or additions presented, a nno u nced the Minutes stand
approved as written and presented.
Steve Collins, a me mber of Young Democrats Club and Chairman of the Jacksonville
Area Committee to Lower Voting Age, who is campaigning for a proposed constitutional
amendment to lower the voting age to 18 years, spoke and pointed out the present
voting age of 21 has been handed down through the ages via English Common Law,
that several political leaders of Arkan sas including Lt. Gov. Britt a nd Atty .
General Purcell are supporting the mov ement. He stated that 75,000 signatures
mus t be obtained by March 1 i :e the proposal is to be placed on the ballot.
He also stated there are 100,000 young people in Arkansas between 18-21 years who
pay income taxes, property taxes and wh o must fight and maybe die for their
country, yet they cannot have a voice in the selection of the officials who
pass these laws and formulate policies. Mr. Collins asked, and was given
permission, to circulate the petitions for signatur e s at the Council
meeting, stressing that by signing it only meant t he signor is supporting the
principle of permitting the public to vote on the question.
A delegation of Citizens from the Newtown area were present to present requests
and were to be represented by Mr. Frank Nee l y, howev er , Mr. Ira Cook addressed
the Chair and pr e sented petitions signed by a maj ority of residents of the area
which stated: "We the undersigned, petition the Jacks onvi lle 'City Government to
give special attention to road repairs and the establishing of a sewer system
in the comm'l,lnity of Newtown of the City of Jacksonville." We shall be appreciative
if the city government would give this matter imm e di ate attention."
Mr. Frank Neely, Floyd Casey and Mr. Cherry of the Newtown delegation spoke of
the needs of their community and enumerated them thusly:
streets need wide ni ng and resur facing, drainage, street lights, sewers,
r~duction in gas rates, old fir e-gutted houses be burne d a nd cleared off,
additional fire hyd rants installed, low hanging utility wires be checked;
additional street markers, assistance of the Mayor to obtain employment for
residents of the area with Controls Company, and salt application to their
roads in icy weather.
Mayor Harden and council members assured the group their area will have
due consideration for street work when the street program is considered and
will be given its share, and also stated that efforts are underway to obtain
a uniform gas rate, that to sewer the entire community would require a lift
station to carry a sewer across the ravine, which would cost a pproximately
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$13,000 to $1),000 which is prohibitive at this time. Mayor Harden was
critical of the recent newspaper report of a fire on Ray Road concerning
a fire hydrant being too far away, and stated this was in error as there
were two fire hydrants near the house, one, 74h feet and the other 833 feet,
and pointed out that if homes are within 1,000 feet of nearest hydrant,
it is considered close enough for a 6th class rating.
Alderman Lehman and Alderman Sorrells reported they met with these people and
that it 'lilas a nice meeting and everyone was real nice and nothing was asked
at the meeting for a selfish motive, and that they had said they would
w--ork -with-them.-all -they -could.-· Mayor Harden said he would repo!'t the low
hanging utility wires to Ark. Power & Light Co. and would check on street
markers and street lighting.
M9yor Harden stated repeatedly that he and the council would do all they could
to l-rork with the group and expressed appreciation that they appeared at the
Council meeting and invited any of the group to call by his office at any
time to present and discuss their problems, and a spokesman for the Newtown
group expressed their appreciation for being heard by the counci 1.
Mr. Ed Schmitt called attention to a ditch near his property which has
filled up and that limbs have been thrown in the ditch which should be
removed, and Mayor Har~erl stated this will be referred to the Street Dept.
for attention.
"AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING REFUNDING OF OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, DATED JULY 1, 1960;.AUTHORIZING
THE ACQUISITION OF A SITE FOR AND THE CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPr-"lENT OF A
CI'rY LIBRARY; AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF A SITE FOR AND THE CONSTRUCTION
OF BUILDINGS FOR THE HOUSING OF FIRE FIGHTING APPARATUS, AND FOR THE PURCHASE . ..._
OF FIRE FIGHTING APPARATUS, AND FOR THE PUCHASE OF FIRE FIGHTING APPARATUS;
AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE AND IMPR.OVEMEN'l' OF A CITY PARK, INCLUDING THE
CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIP:tv!ENT OF A COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL CENTER AND
SWIMMING POOL, WITH APPROPRIATE FIXTURES AND APPUR.TENANCES; AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING AND TI!MPROVEMENT BONDS; LEVYING A
TAX TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS; PRESCRIB,ING OTHER
MATTERS RELATING THERETID; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY" was introduced.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt that the Ordinance be
placed on FIR.ST READING: Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen:
Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman and Hill. Motion received 5 ayes,
no nays, Motion approved and Ordinance read fmr first time by Clerk.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson that the rule requiring
the reading of an ordinance or resolution in full on three different days be ·
suspended and that the ordinance be placed on its second reading. The Mayor put
the question on the adoption of the motion and the roll being called, the
following voted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells and Honeycutt
and the following voted nay: None.
Thereupon the M.ayor declared that at
Council having voted in favor of the
was carried and the rule suspended.
Clerk.
least two-thirds of all members of the
motion to suspend the rule, the motion
The ordinance was then read by the
Alderman Lehman, seconded by Alderman Sorrells then moved that the rule
requiring the reading of an ordinance in full on three different days be further
suspended and that the ordinance be placed on its third reading. The Mayor
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put the question on the adoption of the motion and the roll being called the
following voted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells and
Honeycutt, and the following voted nay: None.
The Mayor declared that at least two-thirds of all members elected to the
Council having voted in favor of the motion to suspend the rule, the motion
was carried and the rule suspended. The Ordinance was then read by the
Clerk.
Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Alberson moved that the Ordinance be
adopted. The question was put by the Mayor on the adoption of the motion
and the roll being called, the following voted aye: Aldermen: Hon eycu tt,
Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman and Hill, and the following voted nay: none .
Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Alberson moved that Section 18
the emergency clause, be adopted and on roll call the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Hill, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells, and Honeycutt, and the
following voted nay: None.
The Mayor thereupon declared the ordinance and the emergency clause adopted
and signed the ordinance, which was attested by the City Clerk and
impressed with the seal of the City. The Ordinance was given No. 2~0
In the discussion it was stated the Ordinance is to be printed once and
that money from the bond sale should be available by March 5. It was
also stated the ,..r1ew a sses!3ed property v a],uation f or J a cks onville is now
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On Mo t ion of Alde rman Hill, seconde d by Alderman Honeycutt and all members
voting in the affirmative, bank b alances and current accounts payable in the
sum of $5,418 .47 f or Jacksonville Wate r & Sewer Dept. be accepted and
approved for payment.
Mr. Tommy Bond, Engineer, who is working on a federal application to seek water
for approxim a t e ly 86 families, living on Valenttne Road, near Jacksonville,
asked the c ouncil to tenatively agree that the Jacksonville Water Department will
sell water to that area if the Government approves a water improvement project
through the Farmer's Home Administration. He pointed out these people will
be paying $4.00 to $5.00 per month, that the city will have the following:
maintenance of the lines, bill the custome r s , who wiD. pay their secret a ry,
the the city will then be paid a lump sum . Un der t he terms ~~1.0 0 is t o be
for maintenance and ~~1.00 f or billing , t ha t i t be set up in tw o con tracts
to r un f or 5 ye ars. Af t er discus si on, Alderman Sorre l l s moved, s e conde d by
Alderma n Alberson t hat Mayor Harden b e granted aut h ori ty to wri te a letter
tenatively a gr e eing to t he wa ter sale and a workabl e agr e emen t if this
project becomes a reality. Motion approved by voice vote. It was understood
that any new tie-ons will pay the regular out of city tie on fee after this
contract is made.
Mayor llarden announced that Mr. Russel Brown, CPA will present a review
of the Audit Report for 1967 operations of Jacksonville Water & Sew e r Dept.,
at a meeting Thursday, February 8th, at 6:30 P. M., and that the electrical
ordinance, presented by Alderman Alberson, will be studied. He stated that
letters will be sent to contractors and electricians inviting them to the
meeting to discuss the ordinance.
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Police Department report for January reflected 239 cases processed and fines
assessed as ~~,552.25.
Fire Department report for January reflected response to 19 alarms and estimated
fire loss as $10,100.00. Fire Chief Schmitt was invited to attend the February 8th
meeting and present specifications for the new fire trucks for study.
Residents of S. Bayou Meto area presented petitions containing signatures of
86 property owners favoring annexation of their area, and the signatures of
12 property owners on a separate petition opposing the annexation. The
petition favoring read thus "We the undersigned property owners of S. Bayou
Me to area, respectfully request the Mayor and City Council to annex our
community to City of Jacksonville, Arkansas" and the petition opposing stated
the same wording other than "opposing the annexation" was inserted.
Spokesmen for the annexation were: Mr. Pete Dupree, Mr. Fred L. Boyd,
and Mr. Geo. Ed McCain, who estimated approximately 800 persons are
i nvolved in the annexati on, and t hat those in support of annexation comprJ..~~.
more than 50% of the property owners. They stated the city would gainrfinancially
from increased turnbacks than it would cost to provide city services to the
area, as considerable paving has been done and the city would not be
assuml.ng a great liabill.ty. They pointed out sewers are a big problem in
the area, and that application had been made to the Federal Government for aid,
but Farmers Home Administration decided the area was too urban and the Housing
& Urban Development felt the area too rural to qualify. They felt the area
should be annexed and that its residents would be content to wait for major
city services, if police, fire and sanitation services be made available
immediately after annexation.
The proposed area where property owners are willing to annex runs about 1/4 mi.
East down thA RA.you th.Ance South to Valentine Road, West to Hwy. 161 about
a block to Cloverdale Road taking in Homer Adkins School, thence NW to
MOP tracks.
After discussion on methods of annexation, it was generally decided to accept
the petitions in good faith and take them under advisement.
Financial report for City of Jacksonville General and Street Funds for
December was presented for study.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved and approved to
adjourn.
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John H. Harden, Mayor
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COUNCIIJ MEETING
February 15, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, February 15, 1968
gt 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meetlng. Meeting was
called to order.vby Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their.names were called:
Aldermen: Sorrells, Alberson, Honeycutt, Lehman, Curtis and Hill.
Present: 6, absent: 0, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor
Harden, Clerk Avants, Park & Recreation Director, Dick Huck.
Minutes of Regular Council meeting of February 1, 1968 were presented
for study and later approval.
Mayor Harden asked for corrections or additions of Minutes of Regular Meeting
of January 18th, which were presented for study February 1, 1968, and there
being no corrections or additions presented, announced the Minutes stand
approved as written and presented.
On Motion of Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Alberson and all members
voting in the affirmative, bank balances and current accounts payable in
the sum of $5,100. )0 for Jacksonville Water & Sewer Dept.. be accepted and
approved for payment.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to accept the 1967
audit report of the Jacksonville Water & Sewer operations, as prepared
by R. M. Brown, CPA, which'was presented at an informal meeting of the
Council, February 8th. Motion approved by voice vote. It was stated
that copies of recommendations made by Mr. Brown will be supplied
to each council member.
In Police Dept. discussion, it was announced the department is two short
in personnel as Patrolmen Jimmy Peterson and Scott Flournoy resigned,
Mr. Peterson is joining the State Police and Mr. Flournoy is reentering
college. Mayor Harden stated that Harold Thompson, a patrolman recently
employed in the Police Department, is graduating from the Arkansas Law
Enforcement Training Adademy at Camden, with high honors.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Curtls to officially accept
the specifications for thE\ fire apparatus and chassis for use at the new
fire station, as presented by Fire Chief Schmitt at the informal meeting
February 8th, and to authdrize Mayor Harden to advertise for bids for th~
equipment. Motion approved by voice vote. Mayor Harden stated a legal
notice advertising for bids has been placed, and that bids will be opemed
March 14. He announced the employment of Carrol Tackett as fireman in
the Fire Department on 1 year probation.
Mayor Ha~den reported he met with Scott Farrell, architect, to discuss
some design details for the proposed library, fire station and community
recreational buildings, and that he was asked which project the city wa~ted
off the drawing board first, and he asked the architect to keep working on
all of them. Mayor Harden stated that possibly the new fire station will
be constructed first, since it is unknown when the Government wtll release
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matching funds for the library, and as there are no federal funds involved
in the fire station project. Some doubt was expressed when federal matching
funds will become available on the proposed community recreation building.
Mayor Harden stated a site for the proposed Fire station has not been
determined, though he has inspected two or three potential tracts.
Mayor Harden reported the Street Dept. crews are to begin patching holes
in the streets' which were damaged by the ice and rains in January. He
suggested that a meeting of the council be held soon to plan the summer
street program and he felt the summer street program should consist
mainly of repairs to existing streets to return them to a better state,
and with no large major construction projects.
In Sanitation Dept. discussion it wasannounced t~e following bids
were opened for two pick-up trucks to be used by the Sanitation Dept. and
the Animal Shelter:
Aclin 1968 Ford F-100 $1,783.00 each or 2 for $ 3,558.00
Ford Co.
Harold Gwatney 2 Chev. all standard eqpt.
Ray Dodge 6 cyl. 2 units all standard 11
$ 3,650/36
$3,758.56
Mayor Harden reported Aclin Ford Company was awarded the purchase of the
two trucks on low bid of $3,558.00,
Mayor Harden reported trouble was being experienced at the City Dump
as a rick of wood purchased for heat for attendant had been stolen as
well as the stove, and that later, the attendant's shack burped.
After discussion, it was agreed to build another portable shack for the
attendant to be constructed of galvanized iron siding with runners underneath
so that it can be moved to any location, if it becomes necessary.
It was announced that a legal notice will be published that a public
allcti .. on will be held to dispose of old equipment owned by the City.
It was announced a Public Hearing has been set by the Jacksonville
Planning Commission on March 5th on the rezoning of an acre of land owned
by the County School Board adjoining the stadium at the High School at
W. Main and Freeway service road. Mayor Harden stated Texaco Oil Co,,
has offered $142,000 for the acre, which the rezoning petition seeks to
have changed to commercial e&assification.
Mr. Dick Huck, Park & Recreation Director, explained that the Winter
Recreation program at the Youth Center has more than doubled in enrollment
of the Fall program and estimated lh2 persons are participating in
organized classes; he stated two classes for pre-school children, ages
4-6 years are being conducted, a new ceramics class has a total of 15
women enrolled, 13 are studying oil painting, and 54 are enrolled in a
modelling and self-improvement class.
Mr. Huck, in discussing acquiring land for the proposed recreational
building, stated that it should not prove difficult, and stated an
application would be submitted to the Federal Housing and Urban Development
Department's Regional office at Fort Worth by March 15. He added that
,Lee Garret, HUD Regional Director, is being invited to visit Jacksonville
to observe the needs in the area of recreation.
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He also mentioned the need for acquiring additional land for Dupree
Park and this suggestion was endorsed by Mayor Harden, who suggested that
thought should be given now for obtaining future neighborhood park sites
and acquire the land with SO% Federal matching funds. He mentioned the
tract of land near s. Road and Military Road as being an ideal park
site and Alderman Lehman mentioned the Paradise Lake area, as it
has been used extensively in the past as a park area.
Mr. Huck stated the Federal Bureau of Outdoor Recreation is looking to
areas who have not received acquisition grants and felt that Jacksonville
will have a good chance to receive this aid.
Mr. J. C. George presented a lease agreement for Building #6, containing
3,150 sq. ft. (a building Controls Co. formerly used for their main office)
located on the Controls Company property acquired by the city, and after
discussion, it was decided the council will inspect the property to be
leased and study the lease agreement before making a decision, and assured
Mr. George of a decision by next council meeting date.
A letter was read from Mr. Jesse Manuel, Minister of the Christian Church,
which states as follows:
"We the Christian Church of Jacksonville, having purchased property on
215 Southeastern Road, request permission of the city to place, temporary,
a trailer unit built especially for a church. The trailer unit will
I inclu de two restrooms, pews, pulpit, etc. The unit would be used solely
for Chu rch services, no one will be living in this unit. The unit, from
tip of trailer hitch to the rear of the trailer, is 54' in total length.
We have taken a survey of the neighborhood and have found 19 in favor of the
Christlan Church and a mobil unit to be used temporary as a meeting
place until a permanent building can be erected, four voted against this
being done, eight were not home and one house for sale. We will await
your answer before ordering the trailer unit from Chateau Mfg. Co. Inc."
After a general discussion and determining the church property involved
is only 140' x 140', and discussin g the off street pnBking problem that
will exist, and that the building is a mobile classroom and not a mobile
home, Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman to allow tie-ons
for water and sew:er to the Church mobile classroom. Motion anproved by
voice vote.
Mayor Harden announced the Privilege Tax Ordinan ce will pe stric tly
enforced and that penalties will apply if thy tax is no t p aid by
February 15, and if not paid in a reasonable t i me thereaf ter, the
accounts will be referred to the City Attorney for collection.
Ambulance report for January reflected receipts of $1,152.00 and disbursements
of ~~94.35 and bank balance as of January 11, as $257.65, and uncollected
accounts of $848.So.
Mayor Harden suggested that consideration be given to building a walk-in
vault at City Hall for storage of important records, books and monies.
He sug gested the vault be made of concrete and built onto City Hall building.
Alderman Hill reported that Metroplan is to have information ready soon
regarding the mobile home zoning and it is hoped to have a report on
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There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
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March 7, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, March 7th, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and Prayer by
City Treasurer Rich.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Sorrells, Alberson, Honeycutt, Lehman, Curtis ,and llill.
Present: 6, absent: 0, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden,
Clerk Avants, Park & Recreation Director, Dick Huck, City Treasurer Rieh,
City Attorney Rice and Fire Chief Schmitt.
Minutes of Regular Oouncil meeting of February 15, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval .
Mayor Harden asked for corrections or additions of Minutes of Regular Meeting
of February 1st, 1968 which were presented for study February 15, 1~68, and
there being no corrections or additions presented, announced the Minutes stand
approved as ·written and presented.
A delegation from fre~ifll Baptist Church on Green Acres Roa d, presented a
request th at the 811Y.ER be connected to the sewer line. Mayor Ha rden explained,
with a drawing, that t he sewer line is around th e m, but the church has been
left without sewer ; that he did not think the line could get in between Linda
and Green Acres Road and would probably have to go to Madden or Hamilton Road .
After discussion on the best way to sewer the property , Alderman Alberson
suggested that action be deferred in the matter until an investigation can be
made, measuring elevations and determining the best way to sewer this prope rty.
On Motion of Alderman Hill , seconded by Alderman Curtis and all members votin g
i n the affi~l ative, that bank balances, c1rrrent accounts payable in the sum
of ~~9 , 037.38 for Jacksonville Water & Sewer Department be accepted and approved
for p ayment.
Water extension on Hamilton Road was discussed and Mayor Harden explain,ed the
proposed extension by a drawlng , stating that i n Farrell's Subd.iv.i.sior:t, the
city agreed to pay the difference between a 6 and 8 inch line, that the line
will be laid in the subdivision up to the proposed blacktop street with a
fire hydrant set at the end of the line, and it is proposed to tie on at
the fire hydrant and bring it out from under t'he proposed street and get it into
Hamilton Road , approximately 200 feet , that developers of Farrell's subdivision
will put in a 6 inch line and the cit3r will pay the difference between a 6 and
8 inch line, th ere , then carry on an 8 i nch line to Hamilton Road and set
fi re hydrant on th e end . Alderma n A.lberson moved, seconded by Alderman Leh man
to extend the water line from the end of the line in Farrell 's Suqdivlsion
and bring it ou t from under t he proposed street and get into Hamilton Road, a.ppr .
200 feet, with an 8 inch line and set fire hydrant a,t e nd, and upon discussing
the need that the two lines should be tied together to connect water l ines from
the 16• Loop Road line into Madden Roa d line, approximately three to four hundred
feet, which it was explained would boost. circulation and press \lre, Alderman
Alberson amended his Motion to tie t h e two lines together as mentioned a.bove .
Mo tion approved by voic e vote.
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Mayor Barden mentioned that representatives of Federal Water Pollution,
Hercules, Inc. and Ark. Pollution Board met in regard to the city receiving
a Research grant for sewer improvements and they felt that it would be granted,
that Dr. Sidwell, of Hercules, is sending a letter over the Mayor's signature,
and that he felt they would be hearing something soon in regard .to the grant.
Mayor Harden mentioned the power load is one of the big problems and that the
Research grant will pay for the power for the first year, and thereafter, it
will be the city's expense.
Police Department report for February reflected 246 cases processed and fines
assessed as $6,806.49.
Mayor Harden mentioned that two patrolmen have been employed on one year
probationary basis: James Jones and Allen Bufford. He explained these men
are ex-military air poli ce. He read a letter from Mr. Geo. V. Armstrong
of' Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy addressed to Officer Harold C.
'I'hompson of Jacksonville Police, notifying that Patrolman Thompson rated lll
in the Basic Police Course and tha.t his overall pereentage grade for the
course was 96%. Mayor Harden commended Patrolman Thompson on this accomplishment
and mentioned the two patrolmen recently employed will be sent to the Academy
soon.
Fire Department report for February reflected response to 31 alarms with
estimated fire loss of $1,825.00.
Alderman Sorrells and members of the Council expressed appreciation to
Fire Chief Schmitt for the courtesy and efficient manner in which he notifies
each couneil member of dismissals or employment of personnel in his department,
and suggested that in the future this procedure be followed by the Police Department.
Upon recommendation of Fire Chief Schmitt, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by
Alderman Alberson to dismiss Bill Thompson as a member of the Volunteer Fire
Department and the appointment of John Parks as a member of the Volunteer
Fire Department. Motion approved by voice vote.
In the Fire Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported that Wilbur Smart,
who recently resigned from 1the Fire Department and moved to St. Louis, has
returned and been re-hired in the Fire Department at a salary for beginning
firemen. Mayor Harden also mentioned that bids for fire apparatus and trucks
will be opened March lhth.
In Street Department it was reported that holes in streets are being patched
and that assistance was given recently to the High School in patching their
streets.
In Sanitation Department, Mayor Harden mentioned that a representative from
Air & Water Pollution Board has inspected the city dump and is making a survey
of all sanitation dumps and problems in this area; that a report will probably
be filed in Ft. Worth, and when evaluated, it may be likely that federal matching
money w:i.ll be available to help alleviate these conditions.
The Planning Commission makes the following recommendations to the City Council:
That the Council rezone from Residential-Class 1, to Commercial Class 2,
the following described real property:
Part of Sections 23 and 25, Township Three (3) North, Range Eleven (11)
West, described as follows, to-wit:
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Start at the Northeast corner of Section 25, thence South 13 1 E 88.8 feet to
an iron pin; thence Sou th 40 degrees 22 1 We st 53.6 feet to the point of beginning;
thence East 35 fe e t t o section line; continuing East 100 feet; thence South 13'
East 310 f ee t to highway right-of-wa.y; thence North 6 0 degrees 26 1 East 223.5
feet; thence North 81 de gre e s 14 1 West 138.6 feet; th e nce North 48 degrees )8 1 East 71
feet to p oi nt of b egi nning, contai ning one (1) acre, more or less.
Mayor Harden explained this propertJr is the acre of land at the school and that
no one appeared to protest the rezoning from Residential Class 1 to Commercial
Class 2, that Texaco has offered $142,000 for the property to the school and
the school board voted to accept this offer, and spend it on a ne w a thleti c f ield.
Alderman Sorre lls moved, seconded by Alderman Lehrnan t o accept the r ecommendation
of the Planni ng Commi ssion of the Planning Co mmis s i on a nd rezone from Re sidential
Class 1 to Com1ne rci a l Class 2 the above de scribed p r op e rty. Moti on approved
by voice vote.
That a lot split of Lot 1, Hassen Sub-division ae approved. Alderman Hill
move d, s e conded by Alderman Curtis to accept the recommendation of Planning
Comm issi on t hat Lot Split of Lot 1, Hassen Sub-division be approved.
Mo t i on ap prove d by voice vote.
That Harold Cr ook be give n a permit to operate a trailer park on South
High,vay on South Highway as shown on attached plat. It was stated there are
three trailers located behind the Esse Station now and that he will possibly
want to increase the number to 12, that there are more or less trailers already
around there and the applicant owns property on both sides of the proposed park.
After discussion, Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells to
approve the rec ommendation of the Planning Commission and that a permit be granted
Harold Crook to ope rate a trailer park on South Highway as · shown by attached plat.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Dick Huck, Park & Recreation Director, reported the Park Commission, at a
recent meeting, discussed that the city t ry to acquire the tria ngle of l a nd
adjacent to Dupree Park along Freeway which is needed for a proper entrance and exit
to the lower 40 acres of the Park, and that bids be received for fencing the
ball flelds. Mayor Harden suggested advertising for bids and the bids should
read that the Park & Recreation Commission is receiving bids for the fencing,
at 2:00P.M., March 21, 1968.
Mayor Harden mentioned that a copy of the Minutes of the Park & Recreation
Commission meetings be supplied the City Clerk's office in the future, as
recommended by the auditor.
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"AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A BOARD FOR EXAMINING AND LICENSING MA STER ELECTRICIANS,
AND JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE LICENSING OF PE RSONS ENGAGED
IN THE BUSINESS OF ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING; TO PROVIDE FOR RULES AND REGULATIONS
FOR LICENSING SUCH PERSONS OR FIRMS; TO PROVIDE FOR FILING OF A SURETY BOND BY
SAID PERSONS OR FIRMS; TO PRESCRIBE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF TIIIS ORDINANCE;
PROVIDING THAT I NVALI DI TY OF PAR T SHALL NOT EFFECT VALIDITY OF RENAINDER;
REPE ALI NG ALL ORD I NAN CES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, AND
DE CLA RI NG AN EMERGENCY 11' wa s introdu ced and given # 2 0 1. After discussion in
\vh i ch Alderm an Al ber son thanh:e d Attorney Ben Rice f or preparing the Ordinance,
it wa s the ge neral c on s ensus t hat the Ordinance be he l d i n abeyance, studied
and placed on the Agenda, March 21.
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11 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE ;MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF THE CITY
OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, IN THE EXECUTION OF A RIGHT-OF-WAY AND EASEMENT
TO ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY, GRANTING ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN ELECTRIC FACILJiTIES ON THE LANDS BELONGING
TO 'rHE CITY OF JACKSONV ILLE , ARKANS AS , TO SERVE HIWASSE MANUFACTlffiiNG COMPANY Y1 INC. 11
was i ntroduced. Alderma n Hill mov e d, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt that the
Resolution be read. Roll Ca ll: an d the following voted aye: Aldermen: Curtis,
Lehm a , Hill, Alberson , Sorrel l s and Honeyc utt, and th e followi ng voted rtay: none;
6 aye s, no nays, Wher eupon Mayo r Rarden r e ad the Resolu.tion in its entirety.
Ald erman Alb erson move.d, seconde d b y Alde r man Curtis t..h at thP. RESOLUTION
be adopted. Roll Call: and t he foll owing voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt,
Sorre lls, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill, 6 ayes, no nays. RESOLUTION
APP ROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 98-68.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson that Mayor Harden be
authorized to execute a lease agreement on behalf of the City of Jacksonville
between Blount-George Company, a partnership between J. C. George and Glen R.
Blount, for the ,following lands located in Pulaski County, Arkansas: "Building #6,
this building constains approximately 3,150 square feet, being the building
Con trols Company used for t.heir main of fices; for a p er i od of 19 mo nths,
c.omme nc i ng the l s t day of March, 1968, and ending a t mi dn ight on 30th day of
Septemb e r, 1969 for the p a yme nt of $7 87.00 per year, p ay able in mo nthly
insta llme nts of ~p65.6o. Ro l l Call: and the following vo ted aye: Alderm en:
Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill, and the following voted
Nay: none. Motion approved.
In discussing the leasing of this property to Mr. George, Mayor Harden reported
the following to the Council: that the JIDC, who were appointed by the city to
handle l e asing of the old Redmond complex, now owned by the city, previously
made an in-depth study of the complex and recommended that the city council
lease the wooden buildings for 25¢ per square foot and 45¢ per square foot for
metal structure, that when Mr. George was seeking to lease the building he was
informed the building was worth more than 25¢ per sq. ft. and indicated, if
he rented the building he would have to pay more. After discussion,
Mayor Harden asked permission to withdraw authority extended the JIDC as
intermediary for the Council, and to restore full control of leasing the
bu i ldin gs a nd groun ds to the Ma yor and Council. Al derman Alb e r son mo ved,
second e d by Alderma n Hill tha t May or Harde n be a uthori zed to write t h e J I DC
infor mi n g them tha t hereafter, aut ho r ity is wi thdr awn from them t o act as t he
Co uncills i nte r me di ary in l e a s i n g the b uil di ng s or grounds of the old Redmond
complex; that full control of leasing the buildings and grounds is restored to
the Mayor and City Council. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden also mentioned that he had instructed City Attorney Rice to write a letter
to Controls Company, concerning the dilapidated conditions of the buildings
since Controls Company moved to its new building, and that his request had
been ignored. Attorney Rice explained that he was unaware he had been expected
to write the letter, and that he would write the letter promptly.
Mayor Harden pointed out that Controls Company leased the property from the
City until 1969, and it was agreed they are to maintain the buildings until that
time, he said the buildings are in a disreputable state of repair and specifically
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mentioned that overhead pipes had frozen and burst, that holes are left in
walls where air conditioners were removed, and light fixtures removed.
That he felt Controls Company had failed in many ways toward living up to
their agreement with the city, that they had agreed to be willing to sub-lease
and even help the city .find ntenants; and also to hire Jacksonville people in
their expansion program. He also reminded that the Company agreed to make a
payment in lieu of taxes which has not been received and they also agreed to
pay 1/2 the cost of a sewer line relocation which has not been paid. It was
the general consensus that Mayor Harden write a letter to Controls Company
office in Chicago, with a copy to the local manager, setting out these grm·evances.
Mayor Harden stated he had been informed petitions will be presented .for
annexation of propertJr in Taneyville to the City o.f Jacksonville, at
next council meeting.
Mr. Ch andl er, of Arkansas Power & Light Company, introduced Mr. Dick Wiley,
a new me mb er of their organization, and Mr. Wi ley stated he was glad to
be in Jacksonville and looked forward to working with the council.
Ambulance report and Financial Report for City of Jacksonville General and
Street Funds were presented for study.
There bing no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED:
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COUNCIL MEETING
March 21, 1966
The City Council of the <1i.ty of Jacksonville met Thursday, March 21, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presidine officer, and Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Sorrells, Alberson, Honeycutt, Lehman, curtis an~ Hill.
Present: 6, absent: 0, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden,
Clerk Avants, City Attorney Rice, and Fire Chief Schmitt.
Minutes of Recular Council meeting of March 7, 1968 were presented for study
an• later approval.
Mayor Harden asked for corrections or additions of Minutes of Regular Meetinc
of Febnuary 15th, which were presented for study March 7th, 1968, and there
beinc no corrections or additions presented, announced the Minutes stand
approved as written and presented.
Mr. Pat Wilson and Mr. Harry Dauchtery representinc JIDC were present, and
Mr. Daughtery presented a proposal on behalf of JIDC stating that an industry,
Great Plains Paper Bae Co. of Des Moines, Iowa, is interested in locating in
Jacksonville, and explained that to interest location of industry, land must
usually be don;. teed. He explained the City of Jacksonville purchased 113 acres
under the Amendment 49 Bond issue, that Controls Co. used 33 acres for the
new building, that 70 acres are in the old Redmond Buildincs, and the city
owns 10 acres of land North of the new Controls Buildilli that the JIDC is
interested in, that they would like an option to purchase the 10 acres and
sien a note in payment thereof for $30,000. He explained the JIDC is hard
pressed for finances for the purchase of land for this industry inasmuch as
they· helped raise$23,000 for the Controls Co. industry, gave $8,000 for purchase
of l;.nd for Nat'l. Tool ;.nd SWace Co., and assisted in the drive for Boy's Club,
and asked that consideration be civen to this proposal for an option to purchase
the 10 acres and execute a note to the Ci ty f or $3 0,000.
Mr. Wilson spoke briefly and added to Mr. Daughtery's request, and asked that
nothinc be published concerning this industry, as a press release will be
made on April 3. He gave a brief resume of the industry, stated they started
in business 9 years Ol.&:o, have 9 million yearly sales and they propose to
build a 50,000 sq. ft. buildin~ and ultimat ely employ approximately 3,000,
65 % men and 35% women. He reiterat~d the JIDC is proposilli that the City
execute a Qeed to JIDC for the 10 acres, and they will execute a note for
$30,000 in payment therefor, said note to bear interest at the rate the bonds
will be paid off. He asked that a study be made on this proposal as soon as
possible. He added he had a con~lete file on the company, ;. financial statement
or any other information needed. In discussing this proposal, Mayor Harden
added the property in question is the 10 acres North of the new Controls
Building on East side of Redmond Road, owned by the city, and announced a
Special meeting of the Council for Thursday, March 28, 1968 to discuss this
matter more fully.
A dele&:ation of property own~rs from Taneyville presented four petitions
bearing 66 signatures of property owners of the area, askin&: the council
for annexation to the city of Jacksonville.
Mr. Verner Toney, Richarcd L. Jones, Walter Barron and Parker Harden spoke
briefly and said a mQjority of the prope:rty owners had been contacted am
were favorable to the annexation. Mayor Harden asked if the group felt
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there waul~ be any major dissention to the annexation and was informed
they felt the majority of the property owners and residents are favorable
and those who did not siin the petitions are not against the annexation.
Atter discussion and reviewing the petitions, Mayor Harden su~gested that
he contact County Judge Campbell within a few days to seek his reaction to
the proposal, and try to ~ork out the necessary details as to boundary lines,
etc. on this proposal.
On Motion of Alderman Lehman, seconded by Alderman Alberson and all members
votin~ in the affirmative, bank balances anal current accounts payable in the
sum of $2,222.79 for Jacksonville Water & Sewer Dept. be accepted and
approved for payment. ·
In discussing the request of Freewill Baptist Church on Green Acres Road,
for sewer service to the Church, Mayor Harden stated that after measuri~ the
distance from the property to the existing sewer lines, that the Church
can be served best from Madden Road and that it is approximately 413 feet
from Madden Road to the Church. He said it would require a 6 inch line to
serve the Church, that in addition to the Church, one vacant lot anti one
house will be the sole users of the line. He estimated the cost at $1.80
to $2.10 per foot, that manholes will be required, and estimated the overall
cost at $1,000. He asked representatives of the church to ascertain how
much the church can share in the cost of the line and that owners of the
other property be contacted to see how much they can share. He said a
cost estimate will be prepared, and that he will meet with representatives of
the church to work out some plan whereby each property owner can pay a
pro-rated share of the costs of the line.
Mayor Harden stated the need for two pick-up trucks in the Water Department
statinc the old equipment is costing in maintenance, and Alderman Honeycutt
moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis to authorize advertising for bids and
purchase Qf two new pick-up trucks for water Department to be paiQ from
Depreciation Fund. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mlilyor Harden pointed out the need for :il fireproof vault in City Hall,
explainine that recently a short in the heliltinc unit developed ama that
had it happened at night or over a weekend, the building would probably·
have burned, thereby destroyililg valuable records. He proposed that the
vault be constructed outside the present Municipal Building at' the wall
of the Billinc Department, that it be 16 x 16 with 12 inch concrete and
with fireproof walk-in door. After discussion, Alderman Sorrells moved,
seconded by Alderman Lehman, that Mayor Harden be authorized to obtain plans
for the fireproof vault and advertise for bids for its construction. Motion
approved by votce vote. M~or Harden also mentioned the Jacksonville
office of State Rev. Dept. is in need of addi ti ona1 space, and that he
was hopeful that when funds become available, to build an addition to Municipal
Buildinc to house this office, to which the Councilwas acreeable.
Mayor Harden also explained that the City Warehouse is in process of bei~
remodeled,, that bars have been installed in the windows, a walk-in door
placed in middle of the building and shelving installed.
In Police Department discussion, Mayor Harden said Chief Traylor has been
attendinc meetings with other Police Chiefs in regarai to the riotinc problems·.
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Mayor Harden reported biels were recei veGi on the purchase of two fire trucks
for the new fire station, statin' that only one bid was received far the
trucks ana ome bit for the apparatus: Aclin Fora Co. offered the only· bid
for the trucks, a c-850 Heavy Duty, at $13,271.58, and Howe Fire Apparatus
Co. of Anderson, Ind. presented the only bid for fire apparatus, the base
bid being 42,522.00 with optional deleteal items of $475.00, $135.00 ami
$5 25.00 to be deducted from Base bid. Mayor Harden reminded that approxi~tely
$6,000 was paia for the last new fire truck chassis in 1961 and the two
new units are 1,000 ial. pumpers while the 1961 model was for a 750 ,al. truck.
The apparatus company will have 210 days to construct the two truck bcodies
after receiving the chassis from Ford Motor Company. Mr. Paul Wilsom,
representative of Howe Fire Apparatus Co. said it is presently takinc
from 30 to 90 days to receive chassi,, and their company will have 210 days
for construction of the fire apparatus.
Alder.man Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to accept the bids for
the #)wec~nmckli. chassis ane fire apparatus, ana authorizes the purchase of
same at the prices bia. Motion approved by votee vote.
On recommendation Qf Fire Chief Schmitt, Alderman Sorrells moved, secendee
Alderman Curtis to approve the appo~ntment of Dennis Tackett, 1116 s. Hiihway
to Volunteer Fire Department. Motion approved by voice vote.
Im Street Department discussion it was decided to discuss the proposed streets
to be includeG in Street Department procram for 1968, at the Special Meetinc
March 28th.
Mayor Harden announce& the 2nnual clean-up, paint-up, fix-up c2mp2ign will
officially be,i:m April 1, ana continue for the week with city trucks pickiDi
up anythinc residents wish removed and that another Clean-~p campaia;n will
not be held \mtil Fall.
The Pl2nnina; Commission recommends the Zoninc OrQinanee #36 be amended as
follows:
1. Section 1. Definitions:
Delete: Trailer ami definition.
Add : , Mobile Home. A detache<ll sinile -family dwellinc unit with all of the
followin: characteristics: (a) desi gn ed for .lona; term occupancy and containin'
sleeping accommodations, flush toilet, tub or shower bath, and kitchen facilities,
with plumbing and electrical connections provided for attachment to outside
systems; (b)designed to be transported after fabrication on its own wheels
or on flatbed or other trailers of detachable wheels; (c) arriving at the
site where it is to be occupied as a dwelling complete, includinc major
appliances and furniture, and ready for occupancy e~cept for minor and
incidental unpackini anQ assembly operations, location on foundation supports,
connection to utilities and the like.
2. Section 3 (A) (1) To be amended to read as follows:
One-family dwellina;s and two-family dwellings, provided, however, that mobile
homes are specifically prohibited from residence districts, except when stored
as personal property and not in use as a residence or accessory builaiina;,
either temporary or permanent.
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3. Section 8 (E) To be amen~ed as follows: If a non-conforming use is discontinuea.
Any future use of the building ane premises shall be in conformity with the
provisiions of this ordinance. A reasonable interim, between tenants or
occupants, shall net be construeQ to mean discontinuance, except as hereinafter
provide~ with respect to mobile homes.
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4. Sectien 8 (G) Add: If a non-conf orminc use of Q mobile home is discontinued,
any future use of the premises shall be in conformity with the provisions of
this ordinance. A disconnection of utilities ana the removal of the mobile
home from the site shall be construed a& a discontinuance of a non-conforminc
use.
After discussion of this recommendation, Alderman Hill move~, secondea by
Alderman eurtis tha.t upon rec0mmendation of the PlQnnin' Commission that
Ordinance #36 be amenlliea under Sections 1, 3 (A) 1 , 8 (E) 8 G, anGi that
this recommendation be furnished the City Attorney to amena Ordinance #36.
Motion approve~ by voice vote.
"It was recommendecd that Neely Sub-Division, which is outsiale the
city limits, be civen sketch plat approval, subject to approval by the
Pulllaski County Planning Board~ Alderman Hill moved, seconded by illerman
Honeycutt that upon recommendation of the Planni~ Commission that Neely
Sub<ilivision be civen sketch plat approval, subject to approval by the
Pulaski County Plannin~ Board. Motion approved by voice vote.
11 It was recommended that the replat of certain lots in Ferrell Sub-DivisiGm
(as shown on attached plat) be ~iven approval."
Mayor Harden stated that consideration be given to a recommendation made
by the planninc Commission for replQt of certain lots in the Ferrel subdivision.
It was explaine~ that originally these lots were lar,er in size, but it was
decided to reduce their size and bild cheaper homes. After discussion,
and up0n the recommendation of the Planninc Commission, Alderman Hill
moved, seconded by Alderm~n Lehman to approve the replat of certain lots in
Ferrel Subdivision, ~s shewn on attached plat. Motion approved by voice vote.
11:AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A BOARD FOR EXAMINING AN LICENSING MASTER ELECTRICIANS
AND JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIANS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE LICENSING OF PERSONS ENGAGED
IN THE BUSINESS OF ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING; TO PROVIDE FOR RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR
LICENSING SUCH PERSONS OR FIRMS; TO PROVIDE FOR FILING OF A SURETY BOND BY SAID
PERSONS OR FIRMS; TO PRESCRIBE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS · ORDINANCE;
PROVIDING THAT INVALIDITY OF PART SHALL NOT EFFECT VALIDITY OF REMAINDER;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARI'S OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY", was introduced.
Alderman Curtis moved, seconQed by AlQerman Hill that the Ordinance be
PlQced on FIRST READING: Roll Call: and the followinc voted aye:
Allilermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, AlbersoR, Curtis ard Hill, Alderman Lehman
out of the room at time of voting, and the followin~ voted nay: none,
5 ayes, ne nays, MOTION APPROVED, ORDINANCE READ FOR FIRST TIME BY
Alderman Alberson. Alderman Sorrells m0ved, seconcled by AldermQ.n Curtis
that the Orclinance be accepted on FIRST READING. Roll c~ll: and the
following voted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Lehman, Curtis, Alberson, Sorrells
and Honeycutt. and the followin' vote~ nay: None. Motion received six
ayes, no nays. ORDINANCE ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells to suspend the rules and
place Ordinance on SECOND READING~ Roll Call: and the followin~ voted aye:
Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells and Honey·cutt.
And the followin~ voted nay: None. Motion received six affirmative votes
and no netative votes, whereupon Mayor Harden read the Ordinance for
SECOND TIME.
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Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to .further suspend the
rules and place Ordinance on THIRD AND FINAL READING. Roll Call:
and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson,
Lehman, Curtis and Hill, and the following voted Nay: none.
Motion received six affirmative votes and no negative votes, whereupon
Mayor Harden read the ordinance for THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrels that the Ordinance
be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen:
Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill, and the following
voted nay: None. Motion received Six affirmative and no negative vote~.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill that the EMERGENCY
CLAUSE be approved and adopted. Roll Call: and the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrell~ and Honeycutt, and
the following voted Nay: none. ORDINANCE AND EMERGENCY APPROVED AND
ADOPTED, and numbered 2 0 1, this 21st day of March,'l968.
"AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT THE OFFICE OF CITY TREASURER OF THE
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, SHALL NO LONGER BE AN ELECTIVE OFFICE
AND PROVIDING THAT SAID OFFICE BE FILLED BY APPOINTMENT BY THE MAYOR
WITH THE APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL" was introduced.
Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman Hill that the Ordinance
be placed on FIRST READING: Roll Call: and the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill,
and the following voted nay: None, Motion received six ayes, no
Nays, Motion approved, and ordinance read for FIRST TIME by Mayor Harden.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells that Ordinance
be accepted on FIRST READING. Roll Call: and the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells and Honeycutt, and the
following voted nay: None. Ordinance accepted on FIRST READING.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells to suspend the
rules and place Ordinance on SECOND READING. Roll Call: and the following
voted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells and Honeycutt,
and the :frollowing voted nay: none. Motion received six affirmative votes
and no negative votes, whereupon Mayor Harden read the Ordinance for
SECOND TIME •
Alderman Curtis Moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt to further suspend
the rules and place Ordinance on THIRD AND FINAL READING. Roll Call:
and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson,
Sorrells and Honeycutt. Motion received six affirmative votes and
no negative votes whereupon Mayor read the Ordinance for THIRD AND FINAL
TIME. Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill that the Ordinance
be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Roll Call: And the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells and Honeycutt.
Motion received six affirmative votes and No negative votes,
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED and given Number ~·
City Attorney Rice asked that consideration be given toward hiring some
firm to codify the city ordinances, that he had had a proposal .fnom a
firm in Florida to do this work for $4,750. He mentioned that s everal
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cities, Hope, Jonesboro, Morr ~lton, Russelville and Texarkana have
had this firm codify their ordinan ces and stressed that this . is greatly
neeaed here to bring the ordi nances up to date.· After · discussion it -., l
was decided to give thi~ matter further study.
Mayor Harden mentioned two other items, the need to correct the air
) . c onditioning and heating unit before summer, and it was decided that
authority to advertise for bids for the air conditioning and heating
unit had been given previously and would not need to be acted on again.
Mayor Harden also mentioned that he would like to· keep in mind taking
a .new census in the year of 1968.
Mayor Harden introduced Mrs. Virginia Moss who wi11 be employed as
secretarY' in the Mayor's office.
There being nq fu~ther, business to ~ransact, .it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED:
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SPECIAL MEETING
March 28, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in Special
session, Thursday, March 2-8, 1968, at 7:30 P. M., at the Municipal
Building, with Mayor Harden presiding.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Leon Sorrells, W. M. Alberson, Osco Honeycutt, William IJehman,
Eual Curtis, and Robert G. Hill. Present: 6, absent: 0, a quorum was
declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden, City Clerk Avants, and City
Attorney Rice.
Mayor Harden stated the meeting was called inorder that consideration
be given to the proposal made by Mr. Pat Wilson and Mr. Harry Daughtery
as representatives of JIDC, that the city execute a deed to the JIDC
for 10 acres of land North of the new Controls Co. building, owned by
the city, in exchange for a note executed in the sum of $30,000, bearing
interest at the rate the bonds will be retired.
In the discussion Mayor Harden reported he had talked by telephone to
the Vice-President of ~~ea~ Plains Bag Company, Des Moines, concerning
the water rate to be charged the company, the water to be used by the
company for cooling and mostly air conditioning. H estimated their
usage will be approximately three million g allon per month, and quoted
a price to them of $777.65 per month for the three million gallon.
He Rlso reported that the Company is not sure of what piece of property
they wish to locate on, whether the 22 acres South of Redmond plant,
or the 10 acres owned by the city, North of the plant.
Several items were discussed on this matter as to the period of time
for payment of the proposed $30,000 note, the amount of interest, etc.,
and whether the building of the plant would act11ally be on the 10 acres.
Mayor Harden stated the JIDC had promised this industry $22,000 toward
the purchase of land for the location of their plant.
It seemed to be the general consensus, after discussion, that if this
industry wants to locate their plant on the 10 acres owned by the city,
that the city will be willing to sell it to JIDC for $30,000 with the
stipulation that the plant will be built on the 10 acres.
It was stressed this is the peoples property that is being dealt with)
and that the 10 acres is key property.
Mayor Harden said the press release on this industry has been moved up
to April 9.
After further discussion, Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman
Lehman to defer action on this real e st~~ transaction until this Company
notifies Mayor Harden of its decision ~~where the factory will be located,
whether on the 10 acres owned by the city of the 22 acres South of Redmond
Road. Motion approved by voice vote.
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Mayor Harden stated he should hear something regarding this matter
by oo:~dttweek and then would 'Qe time to take action.
It was decided to have an informal dinner meeting of the council,
Tuesday., April 2nd to discuss the street program for 1968.
There being no further business to transact, .. it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: H Harden, ll'layor John •
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COUNCIL MEETING
April 4, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, April 4, 1968,
at 7:30P.M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and opening Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Absent: Alderman
Alberson. Present: 5, absent: 1, a quorum was declared. Also present were:
Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants, City Attorney Rice, Fire Chief Schmitt, and
Police Chief Traylor.
Copies of Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 21st and Special Meeting of
March 28, 1968, were presented for study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 7, 1968,
which were presented at Regular Meeting of March 21st, 1968, was the next
order of business, and after no corrections or additions were presented,
Mayor Harden declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
On Motion of Alderman Sorrells, seconded by Alderman Hill and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accounts payable in
the sum of $3,754.97 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville
Water and Sewer Department.
l Mayor Harden reported Harold Gwatney Chevrolet Company was low bidder for
two (2) 1968 1/2 ton pi'ck-up trucks for Water & Sewer Department, at $3,500.36
for the two units; and Aclin Ford Company bid $3,550.00 for 2 units, and on
one (1) 1968 cab and chassis ·for Street Department, Aclin Ford Company bid
$3,569.97 delivered and was awarded the bid, and Gwatney Chevrolet Company
bid on one (1) 1968 Chevrolet model cab and chassis with equipment as
$3,572.00.
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Mayor Harden reported he fe~t the city will receive the federal grant for
the sewer improvements; that Ark. Pollution Control also felt that it will
be gra.nted, however, several i terns are being asked by the federal agency, and
Dr. Sidwell of Hercules, Inc., is writing them, under the signature of the
Mayor 1 to answer their inquiries.
Police Department report for March reflects 294 cases processed before
Municipal Court and total cash from fines, forfeitures and payments on
previous fines as $7,803.09. Mayor Harden stated bids will be advertised
soon for purchase of a new police car.
Fire Department report for March reflects response to 29 alarms and estimated
fire loss as $37,000.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis and all members voted
in the affirmative, that the City accept the following streets for
maintenance:
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Cherry Street from Graham Road to North Oak, (previously accepted for
maintenance: Laurel St. from Graham Road to bridge) now accepting from
Bridge on Laurel St. to N. Oak Street, accepting that part of N. Oak Street
that connects Laurel and Cherry Streets.
Mayor Harden reported the Street and Sanitation Departments have worked
in conjunction on the clean-up campaign and have nearly completed the
project. He also stated he will secure curb, gutter and blacktop bids
for the Street program in the near future.
The following recommendations were received from the PlanningCommission:
"That Texaco plat plan on the school property acre be given approval and that
permit be authorized. 11 Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis
to approve the Texaco plat plan on the school property and a building permit
be authorized. Motion approved by voice vote.
"That request for permission to operate a watch repair fun home at 1401 School
Drive be denied." Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill and
all members voted in affirmative that a permit be denied to operate a watch
repair in home at 1401 School Drive.
"That Sub-committee continue its zoning study and make recommendations for
a complete revision at the earliest possible date."
Copies of Minutes of Park & Recreation Commission meetings of March 14th
and April 2, 1968, were presented, which reflected in part:
(1) Meeting is called for Thursday, March 21, on Baseball Commission.
(2) Director presented plans and specifications for the fencing and
backstop and Motion carried that bids be received for the fencing
and backstop.
(3) Discussion of the purchase of a tractor. Motion carried that Director
try to purchase a tractor for $500.00, if possible.
(4) Motion made and carried that $129.00 be expended for trip expenses
for Dick Huck to Ft. Worth, Texas, to attend meeting with Housing
_.and Urban Development Agency and attend the SW District Recreation
and Park Assn. Conference.
April 2nd Meeting:
( 1) Director presented report of meeting with Housing and Urban Development
Agency at Ft. Worth on March 19, findings of which stated that the
Federal money for neighborhood facility grants would take 1~ to 2 years
before a building program could. be underway, or. any money available.
(2) Motion carried that action be taken for land acqlilisition at once
in order that a swimming pool could be constructed and that the
Commission recommend to the Mayor and Council that the building of
the Recreational Center be made, using only city money.
(3) Director report of baseball meeting of March 21, 1968 was one of
disorganization on behalf of the Baseball Commission. 5 members
of the Commission and 1 coach were present. Baseball Commission
stated they would meet a g ain to discuss this further.
(4) Director stated to Baseball Conunission the policy of Park & Recreation
in regard to summer baseball: that they will provide the facilities,
utilities, umpire s and maintenace of the fields, and the baseball
program is the Baseball Commission's responsibility.
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(5) Bids for fencing and backstop construction at Dupree Park were
pres~nted. Two bids were offered for consideration: Ingle Fencing
and Halco Fence & Supply Co. Motion carried that the Commission
accept the low bid of Ingle Fence Company of $1,679.01 for
construction of fencing and backstop of Dupree Park.
(6) Proposed 1969 United Fund Budget was reviewed and approved.
Mayor Harden stated the Minutes of the Park & Recreation Commission's
meetings will be on file in the City Clerk's office.
"AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. #36, DATED JANUARY 7, 1953, TO CLARIFY ZONING
WITH RESPECT TO MOBILE l}OMES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES"
was presented. In the discussion that followed presentation of this
Ordinance, it seemed that Section 8 G was objectionable, as some of the
Aldermen did not agree ~egarding the non-conforming use provision and felt
that areas where trailers had been permitted to locate previously, should
continue to be designated as permissable, pointing out the non-conforming use
provision permits trailers now situated to continue, but prohibits another
trailer from·taking its place, once it is removed. Alderman Lehman voiced
objection and stated he did not favor locating a trailer at a new location,
on single lots, where one has never been located, but felt it should be
permissable to:rplace trailers on the location when other trailers are moved
out.
Mayor Harden explained that the Planning Commission and the snecial Committee
of the Council worked for months to update the trailer zoning ordinance and
this Ordinance is their recommendation, but since there seemed to be some
difference of opinion, that it might be well to table the matter for further
study. Whereupon, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by AldermanCurtis to table
the ordinance for further study and consideration until next council meeting.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Alderman Hill voiced criticism toward ambulance operations of the Jacksonville
Funeral Home, stating he had received complaints that the ambulance is too
slow to respond to emergencies. He said residents had complained that it
sometimes requires one-half hour for the ambulance to arrive, and that the
ambulance driver, who lives between Jacksonville and Rixie, takes the vehicle
home with him, and that this possibly is the reason why it requires the
ambulance so long to reach its destination in an emergency. Mayor Harden
said the Funeral Home will be apprised of these complaints.
Mayor Harden announced William Chambers and Murry Williams terms as members
of the Civil Service Commission have expired, and re-appointed William
Chambers and Murray Williams as members of the Civil Service Commission for
a term of 6 years. Alderman Hill moved seconded by Alderman Sorrells to
ratify the appointment of Mayor Harden of William Chambers and Murray Williams
as members of Civil Service eommission for a term of 6 years each. Motion
approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported the architect is on the final plans for the library.
Mayor Harden reported to the Council in the absence of Dick Huck, Recreation
Director, who was attending another meeting, that the Park & Recreation
Commission have asked the Council to consider abandoning plans to apply for
fede~l {unding in constructing the proposed recreational center because of
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an impending delay of two years. The commission acted after the return of
Director Huck from conferences in Ft. Worth, with Federal Housing and
Urban Development. North Little Rock was cited as a good example, as they
have just recrntly obtained their federal funds after a waiting period
of over two years, and it is felt that it would take approximately that
long to receive approval on the Jacksonville project, and that no offer
of a guarantee can be made that any federal money would be available
at the time. That the Commission recommends that the city proceed to acquire
land on which to construct a swimming pool, that federal funds are available
for the pool on a 50-50 basis.
Mayor Harden stated another reason the city should go ahead now, is that
the property owners of the land on whim the present Recreational Center
is situated have asked that the city vacate the building. It was pointed out
one of the factors influencing the decision of the Park Commission to
go ahead with plans for a recreational ficaility, is that the ratio of federal
matching funds is now 50-50, instead of 2 to l when the Capital Improvement
Bond program was approved.
It was pointed out if the city proceeds with the purchase of the land for
the center now, they can obtain federal matching funds for that portion
and obtain up to $33,000 in federal aid to construct a swimming pool which
would leave a balance of $70,000 with wlhich to construct a recreational
center.
Mayor Harden urged the council to give this matter serious thought and
study.
Mayor Harden reported that Congressman Mills had notified the Library
Commission that money for the federal grant for the Library has been
released.
A minister from the Episcopal Church was present and was recognized by
Mayor Harden and the Council and invited to attend any future meetings.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn
at 8:~5 P. M.
APPROVED:
JOHN H. HARDF..N, MAYOR
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COUNCIL MEETING
April 18, 1968
The City Coundl of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, April 18, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting
was called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and opening Prayer
by Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis, and Hill.
Present: 6, absent: 0, a quorum was declared. Also present were:
Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants, City Attorney Rice, Park & Recreation
Director Huck, and Mr. Howard Dunn, Fire Chief, LRAFB.
Copies of Minutes of Hegular Meeting of April h, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 21, 1968,
ahd Special Meeting of March 28, 1968, which were presented for study at
Regular Meeting of April h, 1968, were the next order of business, and
after no corrections or additions were presented, Mayor Harden declared
the Minutes approved as written and presented.
On Motion of Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Sorrells and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accounts payable
in the sum of $6,196.49 be accepted and approved for payment for
Jacksonville Water and Sewer Department.
M~yor H~raen mentiQne~ th~t the stock of 2 inch pipe is low, ~na that he
woul• like to purchase some plastic pipe for trial. He mentioned that
l~r,er pipe shoul~ be purch~seQ, as the new school buil0in' h~s asked for
help from the city with w~ter ana sewer lines.
In police Department discussion, Mayor Harden ~nnounceg the followin' bids
were received for the new "Police Special" autemobile ami th~t ~ purchase
orler· w~s issue& te low bi~der:
Harolu Gwatney Chevrolet 1 ea. 1968 Chev. Moclel #15469 4 ar. Sed~n
per specifications ••••• $2,355.30
Aclin Fore Co. 1 1968 Fori Custom 4 •r. sel~n •••• $2,436.50
Mayor Haroen lliiscussel'll purchase of 18 lets en Gr~h~m RoaGi as ~ site for
the new Fire station. He mentioned that Captain Street will be closed ana
there will be one let in ~epth the city won't own with this purchase.
Motion by Lehman, secondea by Hill to authorize the purchase of the
property on Graham Road, c0nsistin~ of the followin' lots:
L0ts 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86,
87, 88, 89, Hickm~n ana McConnell Afllliiticm t® the City of
J~cksonville, Pulaski County, Arkansas, for the sum of $7,750.00.
Motion approve& by voice vote.
It was states the Fire Statien plans have been starte• by the architect,
ana that it is hopea to have the Fire Station constructec by the time the
new fire equipment is aelivere8.
May$r Harden reporteG the library plans are being taken back to the
Arkansas Library Commission by the architect, an~ when approvea, they will
be presentea to the Council for ~pprov~l.
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April 18, 1968
Pa~e 2.
Mayor Harden announcea bias were opened f0r blacktep and slurry seal anti
that enly twe bi•s were received at 10:00 A. M. that another bid was
received at 12:00 A. M., but inasmuch as it was not receive& at the
specifiea time, that it woul• not be consicilerea. He stated he haG! expectetl
five bi~s and receivea only two, and felt other firms are intereste~ in
bicding on this W®rk, ana that more bias sheula be obtained before awarain£
the contract. He said he fe~t the bias receivea should be rejected ana
that bias whoula be re-aavertisea. After discussion, Allerman Alberson
m0ved, secmnoeGl by Alcilerman Hill to reject the bils receiveG! for blacktop
aml slurry sea.l ana to reaGivertise for bias. Motien apprevetl by voice
vote. It was mentionetil that a conoi tion IDf all bids stipula.tes the
City reserves the right to reject any or all bias ana to waive any formalities.
Mayor Harillen mentionetl he forgot ts re-acilvertise for drainage tile and woultl
need a large quantity of 12 inch tile.
Three (3) bi~s were received for curb, gutter ana sidewalk as follows:
Harley Derrick: (furnish
mixture
Roll type curbs
Vertical type "
Sidewalk
Ratiius Curb
all labor, tools,
of concrete.)
at unit price
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II Ill II
P. B. Price Constr. Co. Little Rock:
Curb-Gutter
Sifilewalk
Bill Hickey Asphalt Pav.
R0ll type curb
SiGiewalk
materials and a 3,000
i~L95 per lin. ft.
2.25 t1 II II
0.65¢ per sq. ft.
2.50 per lin. ft.
2.15 per lin ft.
0.65 per sq. ft.
2.10 per lin ft.
0.70 per sq. ft.
Mayor Harden appointed Mr. Howard Dunn as a member of the Park & Recreation
Commission, explaining that Mr. Dunn has fillea the unexpireG term of another
member; ami that the t!umunef his appointment is five years. Alcierman Lehman
m11wed, seccm~efi by Alllierman Curtis te ra.tify the. appointment of Ma.yor Hartie:m
of Howarfi Dunn as a member of Park & Recreation Commission for a term of
five years. Motion approvel by voice vote.
Mayer Haraen reporteG he haa ha~ no further correspond ence regaraing the
Fefieral grant for sewer improvements; anal that the Planning Commissien
haa not met an d thus haa n® recommenalatiens for consideration.
"AN ORDINANCE, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. #36, DATED JANUARY 7, 1953, TO
CLARIFY ZONING WITH RESPECT TO MOBILE HOMES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES" was again presented after being tablelll at last Council
Meeting, ana was given the number 203.
In the discussion, Allerman Lehman stated he aid not favor section 8 (E ana IJ
G) of the Orrlinance: 11 If a non-cemformin~ use of the mobile home is elism:mtinuea,
any future use of the premises shall be in vomformity with the provisions ef
this ortiinance. Jt. 1\iisconnecticm of utili ties and the removal of the mobile
home from the site shall be censtruetl as a oiscentinuance of a non-conforming use."
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April 18, 1968
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stating he felt the council weull be doin~ an injustice ani imposing a
harlship en the people if thi~ section of the orainance is approve«,
that he did not feel the trailers sheula be allowed at new l o cations,
where nene have been locate«. He trace• the city•s early growth and crelitei
heuse trailers with establishin~ neighborhcocs, helping with school& ana
sewer lines, ani mentionel they were encouragel when housing was scarce.
Allerm•n Sarrells, Curtis a~ Honeycutt also expressel themselves as
-being unfavorable to section 8 (E and G) of Ute Orlinance, aBI .in accore
with Allerman Lehmam•s th0ught.
AllermaB Alberson reminaed that a revision of the trailer zoning law was on
the list of recemmendatiens by the May•r for two years, ana that the council
hal tenatively approve« all the ttems in general that were inclueel in the
amenlment, that he felt many hours hal been spent in preparing the oreinance
ani that it shoull be censieeree as presentee.
Allerman Hill statea the two committees had spent many man hours to formulate
the trailer cmiinance, ani remineee that it is a more liberal measure
than the existing orlinance which prohibits trailers en resilential lets.
After further aiscussion, Alaerman Hill movea, secondea by Allerman Alberson
to place Ordinance #203, "AN ORDINANCE, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 36, etc.
on FIRST READING. Mayor Haraen callea for more discussion ani upon the
roll being called the following vote& aye: Alaerman Hill ana Albersem
ani the fellowing votea nay: Allermen: Curtis, Lehman, Sorrells ana
Heneycutt. Two affirmative, and four nevative votes case. Motion lefeatel.
A letter was reaa by Mayor Har•en from Rev. Jesse Manuel of the First
Christian Church, requestin~ permission to buila a mobile church unit en
a lot 130 x 130 which they are planning to· purchase on Pearl Street; that
the proposea builain~ will be 40 x 85. Mayor Hargen statel this is the group
that wishe• to establish a church on SE ave., ana was iiven permission te
ao so by tne council, but later aecile• to establish the church on Pearl
Street. After Glliscussien in which concern was expressel over the limitel
amount that wouhi be left for a parking area, it was the general consensus that
a letter be sent Rev. Manuel requesting that he take this proposal to the
Plarming Commission for their c~msiaera .tion before any action is take:m by
tha council.
Mayor Harlen reportel one bid was receivea f0r the heating ani cooling
unit for City Hall as follows:
Arkanu.s Louisiana Gas Company: "We propose to furnish ana install
the following equipment for a. total price ef $2,688.38, iBcluain{;{ state
sales tax.
1. (2) Arkla Servel MoGilel RE 42-96 (7 tons)
2. (2) " u " AYS 105 Evaporative c60lers
3. (1) Summer-winter thermostat
4. Utilize existing auct system
5. All wiring ana plumbin: will be furnishel.
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Allleman ·sorrells .moveci, secenleci by Alleman Honeycutt t0 ~ccept bici ef
Arkansas Louisia:ma Gas Ce., a:rui purchase the beve namell equipment ~t a cast
ef $2,688.38, eBe-n~lf of s~ici sum te be expencieci by Water C$mpany mlil
one-nalf. by General Funci. Motion appr<~>veci by voice vete.
There being ne further busi:mess te transact, it was moveci to ~cijourn,
at 8:25 p. M.
APPROVED:
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COUNCIL MEETING
May 2, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, May 2, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building, for the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Roneycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Present!6,
absent: o, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants,
City Attorney Rice, Park & Recreation Director Huck.
Minutes of regular Council Meeting of April 18, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 4th, 1968
which were presented for study at the Regular Meeting of April 18, 1968,
were the next order of business, and after no corrections or additions were
presented, Mayor Harden declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Mr. Chandler and Mr. Dick Wiley of Arkansas Power & Light Co., presented a
booklet "Standards for Electric Service Entrances and Meter Installations
for .Single or 3 Phase Servie of 200 Amperes or less". Mr. Chandler explained
a new meter box in detail and discussed the Company's service regulations for
overhead electric service entrance and meter installations, and emphasized
the Company is trading the customer $22.00 worth of equipment for $10.00.
The regulations stated in part (1) the installation of a service entrance
(meter loop) on the customer's premises is a direct responsibility of customer
and the requirements of National and local codes govern the size and type
of service entrance (2) customer is responsible for the installation and
maintenance of an electrical ground which meets or exceeds all requirements
of the National Electrical Code and of all .state and local codes applicable
thereto (3) existing customer services which require a change because of
load growth will be treated as new service, etc. Mr. Chandler stated
thirty-three letters had been sent to contractors and builders and that
fourteen attended the meeting to explain these regulations, and that the
rules went into effect May 15, 1968.
On Motion of Alderman Sorrells, seconded by Alderman Hill and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accounts payable in
the sum of $3,231.38 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville
Water & Sewer Department.
Attention was drawn to Section #7, Ordinance #43 in which it states:
"that all bills for charges for water and sewer shall be computed and
rendered monthly and shall be due and payable on or before the 15th day
following the date of billing." "A ten (10) per cent penalty charge shall
be added to any bill not paid on or before the 15th day following the
date of billing." "REASONABLE EFFORT shall be made to notify customers of
delinquency .in payment of bills, etc.'!
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In the discussion, Mayor Harden stated it had been the policy heretofore to
mail penalty notices to delinquent customers, and that practically the same
persons were on the list each month, that it required considerable -time to
hand-write the notices, as well as the cost of postage, which amounts to
approximately $50 monthly, and mentioned that all this information is
printed on the original water bill, which should be proper notice to the
customer, and asked consideration to discontinue mailing a second notice
to delinquent customers. After discussion, in which it was agreed the
first notice is exerting reasonable effort to notify customers of delinquency,
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells that Mayor Harden
be authorized to place advertisements notifying the public that the
Water Company's policy of sending a second notice to delinquent water
customers will be discontinued and that only one bill will be sent.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Police Deparment report for April, 1968, reflected 345 cases processed
before Municipal Court and cash from fines, forfeitures and payments on
previous fines as $7,762.80.
Discussion followed in regard to shooting fireworks and it was pointed out
that according to Amendment #1, Ordinance #102, provides that fireworks
cannot be sold before the 29th day of June and after the 5th day of July
and before the 20th day of December or after the 2nd day of January11 •
Mayor Harden stated complaints are being made concerning the shooting of
fireworks in the city, principally after 10:00 o'clock P. M. It was
reminded that if fireworks are allowed to be sold in the city, that it is
practically impossible to curb the shooting of them, but in an effort to
control them, that a possible cerfew could be imposed on the shooting of
fireworks after 10:00 o'clock P. M. Dick Huck, Park & Recreation Director,
stated there is a possibility the Civic Clubs may sponsor a fireworks display
at a 4th of July picnic at the Park, and this may help to alleviate the
problem. After further discussion, the general consensus was that an
advertisement be placed appealing to the parents not to allow their children
to shoot fireworks after 10:00 o'clock P. M., or else a cerfew will be invoked,
and to try this medium through July 4th, and if it proves unsatisfactory, to
try some other means.
Mayor Harden reported that he and Fire Chief Schmitt and the architect
inspected the site on Graham Road for the new Fire Station and the
architect is drawing sketches for a basic design for the new station.
Fire Department report for April, 1968, reflected response to 21 alarms
with estimated fire loss as $1,550.00.
In Street Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported the following bids
received for asphalting and slurry seal, and contract awarded to low bidder:
Bill Hickey
J. W. McCracken
Acco
White Co.
Slurry Seal, Ft. Smith
Hot Mix
$ 7.75
8 .89
7.45
10.00
9 .07
Slurry
.30
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.15
.16
.27
Single
.22
• 35
.22
.20
.29
Double
.38
.45
.46
.45
.55
And of the two bids received on concrete pipe from S~earman Concrete Pipe and
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Caldwell Culvert and Metal Fabricators, Shearman Concrete Pipe was low bidder
with the following bid:
12 11 Tongue & Groove, Plain $ 1.25 per lin foot.
1511 II II II II 1.65 II " II
18 11 " " II II 2.15 II " II
24" II " " " .. .).90 II II II
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12 11 Reinf. Con. Culvert Pipe ' -. 1.65 II 11 " 15 11 II II II II 2.15 II " II
18 11 It " II " 2.85 II II II
24" II II II II 4.25 II II II
30 11 " It II It 6.00 II II It
36 11 II " II II 8.50 It II II
Less 10% Discount. Termss 5% lOth of month following delivery.
Mayor Harden reported street work began on Ray Road off s. Road, that
Arkansas Power & Light Company and Telephone Company cooperated in moving
their poles located there. He remarked that if the weather permits, it
is hoped to have three or four projects underway soon, and that he hoped
to employ a number of high school and college boys for the extensive summer
street program.
Dick Huck, Park & Recreation Director, outlined a general playground program
for Park facilities and reported a tenative total enrollment of 945. He said
several hundred boys reported for tryouts in preparation for league 'play and
that this is the largest turnout in the history of the baseball· program,
and the number of boy's teams will overshadow the program of last year.
He said .319 boys registered in ·the baseball program which is about 40 in
excess of the previous enrollment, girl's softball have 120 registered,
mens soft ball about 16 and womens softball enrollment getting under way.
Alderman Sorrells, Baseball Commissioner, issued an appeal for managers
and coaches for the season.
Minutes of a meeting of April 2nd, 1968 of Park & Recreation Commission
were presented for filing.
Mr. Huck reported construction at Park (fencing and backstop) was practically
complete and everything should be in good order by June 1, 1968.
Ambulance service report for April, 1968, reflects receipts and balance as
$1,033.78 and disbursements as $845.69, with bank balance April 30, as $188.18.
Uncolected accounts through April as $818.00. Mayor Harden stated he talked
with the Ambulance Company officials concerning complaints on their service
in answering emergency calls, and they admitted they had probably been slow
in some instances, but asked that the Council bear with them in supplying
this service.
Mr. Ben Rice, Chairman of Boy's Club Board of Directors, gave a brief summary
of a Boy's Club meeting held April 19th in which the fo l l'ing were present:
Jim Warrington, Boy's Cl ub Director of North Little Rock, Dick Huck, Howard Dunn,
Dr. Durham and Mrs. Joanne Hepko. The question of location of the Community
Recreation Center and Boy's Club building was discussed and Mr. Warrington was
asked his opinion of the location of the two recreational buildings on the
same site, and he stated he felt it would not be ideal for the two to be
situated next to each other, because of duplication of programs and drawing
from the same area.
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Mr. Huck expressed his opinion as being agreeable with Mr. Warrington's, in
addition to the fact that the area is not large enough for future expansion
of both facilities. Dr. Durham mentioned that if the Boy's Club is to be
built on the same site as the Community Center it must be in architectural
agreement.
Mr. Rice further explained that over $17,000 was raised in city-wide drives
for the Boy's Club project, that a summer club program has been planned
through July at the Elementary School and another temporary site will be
selected to carry on the program until a new building can be erected, -that
the summer program will be financed from $1.00 membership dues, and the $17,000
will not be used on the temporary program, and that a Boy's Club Director
will be hired soon.
He proposed that the City lease the Boy's Club land at the East Side Fire
Station site on Graham Road for a construction site for the Boy's Club building
for which they will pay $1.00 per year under a long term lease agreement,
and stated the design of the new building will be in conformity with the
design of the new fire station building.
In the discussion, Mayor Harden stated that at the Fire Station property,
one street will be closed and another opened, that the Fire Station can be
constructed on one side of the frontage of the property, and the Boy's
Club on the other side of the frontage, with a 27 ft. street dividing the
two buildings, that the rear of the property can be converted into a
neighborhood park by the Park & Recreation Commission, and these facilities
can be utilized by the Boy's Club for activities, that the Boy's Club
building can be constructed adjacent to the gas line easement, which is
approximately 150 feet. After a general discussion, it was tenatively agreed
by the Council, that land at the Fire Station site on Graham Road be leased,
under a long term, to the Boy's Club as a site for construction of the
building, at $1.00 per year, contingent upon receipt of a survey and plot
plan of the property and upon advice of the architect.
Mrs. Betty Smith, Mrs. Sondra Williams and Mrs. Jeri Ballard, members of
Boy's Club Auxillary, expressed appreciation to the city for providing the
land for a site for the Boy's Club building and said "its the most sizeable
contribution we•.ve received to date." Mayor Harden commended them for their
efforts in behalf of the Boy's Club.
Mayor Harden stated Ordinance #201 (Electrical Ord.) privides for establi-shing
a Board of Electrical Examiners, and made the following appointments to this
Board: Wayman Schmitt, Ray Conrad, Don Pry, Lewis Anastasia, R. J. Wagner.
Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to ratify the appointment
of the above mentioned men as members of the Board of Electrical Examiners,
said term of Board members shall run concurrently with the term of.
office of the Mayor. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden announced a Special Council Meeting for Thursday, May 9, !968, to
review the plans of the library with architect, Scott Farrell.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday, May 9, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, May 9, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for a Special Meeting called by
Mayor Harden, on May 2, 1968. Meeting was called to order by Mayor Harden,
presiding officer.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehaan, Alberson, .Sorrells and Honeycutt. Present: 6,
absent 0, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants,
Mrs. Esther Nixon and Mrs. Ercil Berry, librarians, and Scott Farrell and
Ed Wimberly, architects. ·
Mayor Harden stated the purpose of the Special Meeting was to review the
architectural plans for the new library building ·to be located on West
Main Street.
Mr. Ed Wimberly presented the plans and drawings which reflected site location,
site circle drive, grading and elevations. The building is to be East and
West front on Main Street, with parking lot, main entry, double door vestibule
60 x 120 feet. · ·
In the front area will be check-out desk, work counters, three restroom
facilities, storage, staff lounge with another entry. Book depository on
front of building with mechanical equipment, and units to be roof type
with screen around perimiter~
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The building will contain approximately lO,OOOA[eet ahd is to be constructed
of 8 inch c~ncee~eeblocks with 4 inch brick veneer, acoustical type ceiling
with 2 x 4 lay•in light fixtures and vinyl asebestos tile floor, it is to
have 6 interior columns, due to the prevailing soil condition. The building
is planned on a 20 year growth and eventually can handle 25,000 adult and
12 to 15,000 children's books, total 40,000. This is for a twenty-year
projected growth, Mrs. Nixon stated, and there are presently 11 to 12,000
volumns in the library now and more can be made available when space permits.
In placing the check-out desk at the location designated on the plans, it was
~iplained its purpose is to give the librarian good control over the library
and entry.
There is a conference room designed mainly for library use, having no outside
entrance, but with two emergency exits provided in the library area.
Front Elevation: from Main entry, book depository is 24 feet from entrance.
Rear Elevation: symetrioal brick end E and West 8 feet, 7ft. stacks to be on
E. and West ends.
Foundation plan: drill piers and grade beams, s~~~~concrete slab
soil expansive, when wet it exp an~~,have gone to drilled piers, goin~ to
24 feet in depth, grade beams, structural -concrete slab $o have dead air
space for soil expansion.
It was explained they are using soil study of Dr. Grubbs. and trying to make
every effort to prevent cracked walls by placing 40 piers 24 feet in depth
in the hope the problem of cracked walls will not be experienceQ.
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Presented plumbing plan with location of fixtures.
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Thursday, May 9, 1968
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Plan of lighting: 2x4 lay-in fixtures and recessed incadescent lighting.
Mechanical Plan: duct work, units in center area, propose 2 units, 15 ton
and 10 ton units, heat and air conditioning, another unit to. take care
of Conference Room and one for I;tt~~411.t~Jl ~ office, combined total of 31 tons.
He stated specifications are being typed and it is planned to meet with
the Library Commission again Mon day for final approval. fhvitation to bid
on the library building will be published for three weeks in the Little
Rock, Jacksonville and Construction News, bids will be opened June 4, 1968,
at 2:00 o'clock P. M. and contract awarded at Council Meeting of June 6, 1968.
Carpets, allowance for a sign and pl aque are to be placed as alternates in
the bidding, as well as all pavement, parking area and sidewalks.
After discussion, Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to
accept the plana of the Library building as drawn andpresented by architect.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported the two new fire truck chassis have been sent by
FordMotor Company to Howe Fire Apparatus Co., in Indiana, for installation
of the fire apparatus.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
Approved: h H Harden, Mayor Jo n •
COUNCIL MEETING
May 16, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, May 16, 1968, at
7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building f'or the regular meeting. Meeting was called
to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and opening Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sqrre1ls, Lehman, Alberson and Hill. Absent: Alderman
Curtis. Present: 5, absent: 1, a quorum was declared. Also present 'were:
Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants, Reereati.onal Director Dick Huck, and Police
Chief' Myron Traylor.
Copies of Minutes of Regular Meeting of May 2nd and Special Meeting May 9th
were presented for study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 18, 1968,
which were presented fo~ study at the Regular Meeting of May 2, 1968, were the
next order of business, and after no corrections or additions were presented,
Mayor Harden declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Mayor Harden presented a sketch map of Lot 6, Block 6, Crestview Addition to
the City of Jacksonville, signed by w. D. Little, Reg. Eng. #1415, certifying
that on August 15, 1966, he had caused to be surveyed the property shown on
the map, and that property lines were located in accordance with established
property li·nes. He explained this property is owned by Ivy Hall and that
the city owns a water line easement under a one story brick building on the
property, and that Mr. Hall requested abandonment of. that part of water line
easement under building as shown by hatched lines on sketch, described as
beginning 5 feet West of East lot line and extending Westward 55 feet.
After discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman LehJp.an that
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the city grant this request and abandon the above described water line easement
under building shown on sketch as beginning 5 feet of East Lot line and extending
westward 55 feet. Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt,
Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman and Hill, and the following voted nay: none. ·
Motion approved. Mayor Harden requested the Clerk to furnish a certified
excerpt of this po~tion of the Minutes to Mr. Hall, upon request.
On Motion or Alderman Sorrells, seconded by Alderman Hill and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, eurrent. accounts payable in the
sum or $7,212.05 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville Water
and Sewer Department.
Mayor Harden announced the Federal Water Pollution Control Administration,
of W&shington, D. C., approved a $153,569.00 Research and Dev~lopment grant, which
represents 75% of the estimated project cost for improvements to the West
Sewer Treatment facility and the construction of an additional sewer lagoon,
and the City of Jacksonville and Hercules, Inc. will share the remaining coat,
estimated as $26,000 .for each. Mayor Harden explained this grant is the first
of its kind in Arkansas, and also the first for this type of cooperation
between a municipality and a private ind11stry.
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"A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING JOHN H. HARDEN, MAYOR OF CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
TO SIGN THE OFFER AND ACCEPTANCE AND ANY OTHER NECESSARY DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO
COMPLETE A PROJECT ENTITLED nDEMONSTRATION OF A FACILITY FOR THE BIOLOGICAL
TRF..A.TMENT OF A COMPLEX CHLOROPHENOLIC WASTEtt ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT IS $243,313.00 AND THE
U. S. GOVERNMENT ACTING THROUGH THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ADMINISTRATION
HAS OFFERED A FEDERAL GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $153,569.00 AS DESIGNATED ON
THE OFFER AND ACCEPTANCE" was introduced.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Hill that the Resolution be
read. Motion approved by voice vote. Resolution was read in its entirety
by Clerk Avants. Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt
that the Resolution be approved and adopted. Roll Call: and the following
voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman and Hill, and
following voted nay: none. RESOLUTION APPROVED AND AD0PTED AND NUMBERED 99-68.
Mayor Harden stated that Marion Crist & Associates will be engineers .for ~
project, that they submitted the original project plan, January 15th.
In Police Department discussion, Mayor Harden announced the resignation of
Allen H. Bufford, patrolman, effective: May 10, 1968, and stated the reason
for leaving is that he has employment with North Little Rock Police Department
at a higher wage.
In Fire Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported the new fire trucks
have been delivered to Howe Fire Apparatus Company, in Indiana for installation
of Fire apparatus, and reminded that thought should be given to adding
additional firemen for the new fire station.
In Street Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported the new dump truck
has been delivered and street work had started, but had to be stopped, due
to adverse weather conditions. Drainage conditions prevelant during the
recent heavy rains were discussed, locations at Cherry and Laurel street,
Controls Compa~ building were reported as flooding badly during the rec~nt
heavy rains, and it was agreed major drainage work should be dome this
summer. Already in progress is a major drainage and street widening program
in New Town.
The following recommendations were presented by the Planning Commission:
No. 1
No. 2
No. 3
Approve plat of Lot 17, Block 1, GuyM. Johnson Sub-division,
City of Jacksonville.
Approve preliminary plat of Phase II Eastview Addition, Jacksonville,
Ark.
The Plannirig Commission has no objection to the closing of Captain
Street as shown on the plat presented by the City Council; and
recommends that the Council follow the procedure as set forth in
Arkansas Statute Section No. 19-3814.
Alderman Honeycutt moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson to accept the above
mentioned recommendations of the Planning Commission. Motion approved by
voice vote. On recommendation No. 3, Mayor Harden stated a Public Hearing will
be set for 7~00 P. M., June 20, on the closure or Capital Street from Graham to
Clyde Street.
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He explained the City owns all but 1 parcem of the property involved and that
he had a letter from the property owner of that parcel, stating he had no
objection to closing the street.
No. 4. Recommend that the City Council allow the use of Lot 171 or
Hickman & McConnel Addition as requested by Christiaa Church, if the
Church is successfUl in securing unanimous consent of the owners in
the area controlled by the Bill of Assurance.
Rev. Jesse Manuel, Pastor of the Christian Church, presented petitions bearing
signatures of 110 owners of lots within Hickman & McConnel Addition to City of
Jacksonville, Ark. (owners of 110 lots) assenting to the amendment of the
Bill of Assurance which restricts use of land within Hickman & McConnell
Addition, to allow the utilization of Lot 171 by the Christian Church of
Jacksonqille for a church, and further assenting to the use of mobile units
as meeting rooms by said church on a temporary basis until final sanctuary
co~struction can be completed.
The petition from the church stated i .n part: "We the members of the Christian
Church of Jacksonville, do hereby petition the City of Jacksonville for the
privilege of installing a portable unit 12 x 50 and a future building for the
congregation of 40 x 85."
The location of the Church is on Pearl Street, off Graham Road, on a 130
square ft. lot, and a parking area to accomodate 60 automobiles ia also
planned on the lot.
Alderman Hill stated it is his understanding that Mr. Hickmaa secured the
second Bill of Assurance applying to lots 151-184, mere~ to change from
single dwelling units to multiple dwelling units in order to build duplex
buildings on certain lots he owns, and that provisions of the original
Bill of Assurance still applies. Alderman Hill and Alderman Alberson
stressed they do not oppose the church, but the use of a mobile unit on the
property and felt the city should adhere to its ruling on the use or trailer•
at new locations.
It was determined in the discussion, that Southern Investment Company, owner•
of 40 lots in the area, have indicated opposition to the establishment of
the Church in a . mobile unit in the area. Arter further discussion, in which
Rev. Manuel assured that the church planned to construct a permanent building
as soon as it is possible, and then use the mobile unit elsewhere, he said
the building is prefabricated and is being especially constructed for the
church and will not be left on wheels.
Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Alberson moved to accept ~he recommendations
from the Planning Commission with the understanding that the unanimous consent
of property owners in the subdivision have consented to put this portable church
building in the area, and must comply wi.,~J,r the original Bill of Assurance and
not the updated one; which provides that 75% of property owners must consent to
this deviation. Motion approved by voice vote.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman that Mayor Harden be
authorized to sign the petition of the Christian Chtirch, for the City.of
Jacksonville, as owners of 18 lots in the Hickman-McConnell Addition.
Motion approved by voice vote.
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COUNCIL MEETING
May 16, 1968
No. 5. n{t is recommended that two building permits be issued for the
design to be placed on Tracts A and B of that area on West
Main Street owned by Martin Trawick and Harold Carlisle. This
is to be under the agreed stipulation that no further lots will be
sold or developed until final form of subdivision is submitted
and approved after meeting all necessary requirements regarding
land and street development. It being fUrther under~tood
that the owners will provide their own private street and all
utilities to these present tracts.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells to waive the
Sub-division requirement, and issue two building permits for the design to
be placed on Tracts A and B of that area on West Main Street owned by
Martin Trawick and Harold Carlisle. Motion approved by voice vote.
In Parks & Recreation discussion, Mayor Harden reported that German Ashlin,
Dupree Park attendant, submitted his resignation, effective, June 1, 1968.
i brochure outlining the summer recreational activities for 1968 was presented
by Park & Recreation Director Dick Huck.
Tommy Bond presented a drawing for establishing a general aviation airport in
Jacksonville and explained a federal grant can be obtained by the city to
make a study of airport feasibility and he and Dr. Smith presented a request
that the city make this application for the loan.
He explained the loan will be to finance a study to find out the feasibility
for an airport, as to utilities, drainage, etc., and that it has to be initiated
by the City Council, that if the airport is never built, there is no liability,
and if built, the amount advanced for the study will be deducted from the grant.
He explained Jacksonville needs an airport, as an inducement to attract industry
and that approximately 40 persons in this area owns planes and could utilize
the airport. He said an airport cannot be built unless the study is made
and that it could be four or five years before the entire grant would be made,
but pointed out if the study has been made, there would be no delay. Also,
this will not be city money· and the city will have no liability. Alderman
Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson to authorize Mayor Harden to
sign the application for grant for study of airport feasibility, and hire
engineer. Engineer's fee to be paid out of any loan received. Motion approved
by voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported that Guy Waller, City Inspector, resigned effective
June 1, 1968. He also reminded that another Blood Drive will be held in
Jacksonville, May 27th, 11:00 A. M. to 5:00 P. M~ and urged cooperation
in this effort. He also mentioned that Great Plains Bag Company is now
planning to take operating space in the Old Redmond Complex as temporary quarters,
inasmuch as it will require six months to complete their new building for occupancy.
Mayor Harden announced that a check for $18,605.96 was received from the
Federal Government, which represents the first payment in federal funds for
the new library, and statedfue government will reimburse the city at the
rate of 60% on all approved expenditures in connection with the library
project.
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COUNCIL MEETING
May 16, 1968
Mayor Harden stated he will send congratulations and best wishes on
behalf of the City of Jacksonville to Miss Ann Smithwick, of Jacksonville,
who is representing Arkansas at the Miss Universe Pageant at Miami Beach,
Florida, Saturday night.
Mayor Harden reported that James Peacock has been appointed as Jacksonville's
representative to the Board of Equalization.
Dr. Smith, Jacksonville's representative to Office of Economie Opportunity
Board gave a brief report of that agency's activities and stated they are
training applieants and trying to place them in jobs, and thatit is not a
Federal give-away program.
Mayor Harden stated it is hoped the city can obtain 15 to 25 boys and girls
to work on the NYC program this year.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn
at 9:25 P. M.
IPPROVED:
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 6, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, June 6, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building tor. the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding offic.er, and opening Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Present:
6, absent: 0, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden,
Clerk Avants, Dick Huck, Park & Recreation Director, Mrs. Esther Nixon and
Mrs. Ercil Berry, Librarians and Scott Farrell, Architect.
Copies of Minutes of Regular Meeting of May 16, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of May 2, and Special
Meeting of May 9th, 1968, which were presented at Regular Meeting of May 16th,
were the next order of business, and after no corrections or additions were
presented, Mayor Harden declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Mayor Harden announced the results of bids received for construction of the
new library as follows:
Contractor Days Base Bid Carpet Asphalt-8idewa1ks
Alt. #1 Curb & gutter
Alt. #2 ll:otll
Jones Lmbr. Co. 180 $ 169,756 $ 4, 700 $ 3,996.3) $178,452.33
Chas. Lovell Constr. 200 11.3,500 5,.300 6,)00.00 155,100.00
Schicker Constr 150 141,876.00 5,000 3,670.00 150,546.00
N. P. Alessi, Inc. 210 145,555.00 4,850.00 3,675.00 154,080.00
Jack Starkey 210 149,420.00 7,598.00 5,866.00 162,884.00
E. W. Sorrells, Inc. 180 141,000.00 4,700.00 3,800.00 149,500.00
Cone-Huddleston 180 143,900.00 .3,470.00 4,606.00 151,976.00
Henry-Holland 180 lh0,929.00 5,14).00 3,995.00 150,067.00
After discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman to accept
the bid of E. w. Sorrells, Inc. base bid of $141,000 and alternate #1 of
$4,700.00 providing for adding carpet and alternate #2 of $3,800.00 providing
for asphalt parking apron, sidewalks and all curb and gUtter with a total cost
of $149,500.00, contract providing for 180 calendar days of construction time,
placing December 17th as final construction date, and authorizing Mayor Harden
to exe~ute a oo~tract with E. w. Sorrells, Inc. for construction Qf the building.
Roll Callt and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson,
Lehman, Curtis and Hill, and the following voted nay: None. Motion approved.
Mr. Farrell stated a plaque, interior lettering and sign were included in
the contract.
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June 6, 1968
After confirming with Architect Farrel that the paper work involved could
be completed, Mayor Harden announced that the contract will be executed Friday,
June 7, at 1:00 P. M., and that Mr. E. 0. Hicks of State Library Commission
will be invited to be present.
The library, which will contain 10,000 sq. feet, is being financed with $82,000
abtained by a Capital Improvement Bond program, and $123,000 in Federal aid.
Architect Farrell presented the preliminary drawings of the new East side
Fire Station which did not include mechanical or electrical drawings. He
outlined the site plan, showing various lots and easements shown and that ·
Captain Street will be closed. He outlined the floor plan which includes
a lounge, study area, office, kitchen, bunk room, toilet facilities and
housing for the trucks. The building is tobe of masonry, brick and structural
steel with drilled piers and grade beams. He said he hoped to present final
dr'-wings on the Fire Station at the June 20th meeting.
Mayor Harden reported that nothing ha~ been heard concerning the new fire
trucks since their delivery to Howe fire Apparatus Co. in Anderson, Indiana,
but added the Company stated it will require seven months for completion of
installation of fire apparatus, upon receipt of trucks.
Mr. Carl Mathis, union steward for Ark. Division Communications Workers of
America, stated the Union is seeking increases to put its employees in line with
the pay Southwestern Bell employees receive and negotioations between General
Telephone of SW-, the parent firm of the Jacksonville system, and representatives
of the Communications Workers of America began April 30, but after a series
ot meetings between Management and Labor have produced little progress and
L. A. Sykora, Director of the Union warned that if the present attitude of
Management continues, a strike will offer the only recourse.
In a prepared statement from Management, Owen N. Raybourn, Director of
personnel for General Telephone Co., stated that the Company had made the
largest offer in their histry which included wage increases of up to 73¢
per hour, tull basic medical coverage and other fringe benefits.
Alderman Lehman corrunented that this is the first time anything of this nature
has been presented to the Council and asked if there is anything the Council
can do help arbitrate this matter, and was informed that they wanted to
make the Mayor and Council aware of the situation, that their job is to
furnish service, and the general feeling expressed was that it is hoped that
the Company and labor can come to an agreement, and that a strike does not
come to pass, that service to the city is the major concern.
A delegation of property owners from the Harris Road area were present to
complain about an accessory building constructed by Mr. and Mrs. Chas. F. Rook,
of 200 Harris Road, which is built too close to the adjacent property line.
Mr. J. c. Saulter acted as spokesman for the delegation. An excerpt from the
Minutes of August 18, 1966, pertaining to this matter, was read by Clerk Avants.
Mayor Harden requested that a letter dated August 12th, 1966 and February 2, 1967,
sent by City Engineer George and addressed to Mr. Rook, also be read.
In the letter of August, 1966, City Engineer George advised Mr. and Mrs. Rook
of their zoning law violation and reminded them of an agreement on the part
of their objecting neighbors to sign a waiver for the violation, if certain
improvements were made, and on February 2nd,~ 1967, reminded them of the preYious
letter and giving them two weeks to contact him on the matter.
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June 6, 1968
Mr. Saulter, and Mr. H. L. Greer, also a member of the delegation, said that
Mr. Rook had ignored the previous agreement, had failed to take any action
to improve the appearance of the building, other than to do a partial paint
job, that approximately two years have elapsed since the original complaint
was filed, and it is felt that this is ample time for them to have made the
improvements agreed upon, and that the neighbors now revoke their previous
support of a waiver and feel that the city should take action to enforce the
zoning law. Mayor Harden explained that Mr. Rook is in violation of the city
zoning ordinance and built the building without first obtaining a building
permit, and is in violation of the Bill of Assurance, which the city does not
enforce, but is left to the property owners to enforce, but he recommended
that all the residents of the area get together with Mr. and Mrs. Roo~ and
an attorney and draw up an agreement satisfactory to all. After fUrther
discussion, it was generally agreed that the matter be placed with City
Attorney Rice, and that he meet with all the people concerned and try to
come to an acceptable agreement.
Mr. Greer and Saulter enumerated several needs in the Harris Road area, such
as fire hydrants, street and speed limit signs, road paving, and listed the
principal problem as sewer lines. They said the five residents in the area
are experiencing problems with septic tanks and that something should be done
from a health standpoint. They stated they had been informed by the developers
of that area that it would be the city1 s responsibility to provide sewer services,
and Mayor Harden explained that developers are responsible for streets, water
and sewer lines, and that the city is not in the developing business. ·
He stated that Dr. Albert Johnson, living near Harris Road, had a sewer survey
made of that area and suggested that the group meet with him and other property
owners in the area, and with the developers and see what can be done to obtain
a sewer line, and that the city will work with them in any way possible.
Mayor Harden stated that new street and speed signs will be placed on Harris
Road, and that the street will be paved where curb and gutter begins to a
point beyond the homes, and the balanoe of the street will be sealed and
patched .to the Air Base gate.
On Motion of Alderman Alberson, seconded by Alderman Curtis and all members
voting in the affirmative, that bank balances, current accounts payable in
the sum of $6,473.71 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville
Water and Sewer Department.
Police Department report for May, 1968, reflected 217 cases brought before
Municipal Court and fines assessed at $7,999.55.
Discussion followed concerning use of Civil Defense automobiles, and
Mayor Harden stated one of the cars had been assigned to ~ohn Wright, recently
appointed as Civil Defense Director, and that Mr. Wright had been attending
CD school in Conway and he felt that as a representative of the city,
transportation and gasoline should be provided him to attend the school,
which wts agreed upon.
Fire.nepartment report for May, 1968, reflected response to six alarms with
estimated fire loss of $1,200.00.
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 6, 1968
Mayor Harden announced that since engineering has been completed, .that
work will begin on installation of drainage tile on Vine Street, new
sidewalks will be constructed over the drainage tile, accomplishing two
objectives at the same time, as the costs wont be any more to have sidewalks
poured over the drainage tile than to install the drainage pipe and cover
with asphalt. He estimated the project will require 30 days to complete and
that driveways torn up by construction will be replaced.
He reported work is progressing in New Town where streets are being widened
and drainage installed, and new street lights and markers are also being
installed. He mentioned that drainage problems at Cherry and Laurel streets
and Hwy. 16l·underpass will be corrected and that the asphalting contractor
will be in the city within two weeks; and at that time some seal and patch
work will be done on the streets.
Mayor Harden mentioned that the city will receive 15 students on the NYC
program next Monday and that a majority of them will be assigned to
work in the Parks under the direction of Dick Huck, Recreational Director.
The following recommendations were presented by the Planning Commission:
1. "That Wilkin's proposed plat of Trailer Park and Motel be approved,
on condition that the motel be swung lightly back toward North so "
as to place units on each side equal distance from Highway right-of-way.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt to.approve the
recommendation of the Planning Commission that Silkin's proposed plat
of Trailer Park and Motel be approved, provided the above condition
is met. Motion approved by voice vote.
2. "That Daisy Olson be appointed to fill vacancy on Planning Commission."
Mayor Harden explained the Planning Commission is short one member and
upon recommendation of the Planning Commission, appointed Daisy Olson
as a member of the Planning Commission for a term of three years.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to ratify the
appointment of Mayor Harden of Dais y Olson as a membef of the Planni ng
Commission for a term of three years. Motion approved by voice vote.
3. "That replat of Lamb's Sub-division be approved."
Alderman Honeycutt moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis that upon recommendation
of Planning Commission, that replat of Lamb's Sub-division be approved.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Dick Huck presented an attendance report for the Park & Recreation Commission
1968 Summer Proram· He reported that 675 enrolled the first week, which
represents a 60 increase over last year, and that adequate recreation will
be provided for all this summer.
A letter was also presented from Mr. Huck to Thos. P. Williams, Chairman
of Budget Committee United Fund, appealing the 1969 Budget that the United
Fund Budget Committee recommended for Jacksonville youth activities. Mr. ·Huck
explained that $8,115.00 ha4 been recommended for 1969, but that the Park and
Recreation Commission felt that with an increase in programming, new agency
and staff, that it was wise to go back and appeal the case and ask for
$12,000.
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 6, 1968
Ambulance report for May 31, 1968, reflected:
Bank balance, April 30
Receipts
Total
Disbursements
Bank Bal. 5/Jl/68
$188.18
768.25
$956.43
668.23
$288.20
A letter from Judge Campbell was read urging that serious attention be given
immediately to implementing surface drainage projects to reclaim and protect
lands in the areas of Fourche Creek, Dark Hollow and Bayou Meta, and reminded
that his office, the County Planning Board and Metroplan are ready to help
coordinate programs with the programs of other agencies, who have jurisdiction
in the area and emphasized the ttme for action is now.
A letter was also presented from Roy Prewitt, Chairman American Fish Farmers,
urging that a Bayou Meto development association be formed to appeal to
congressional representatives concerning flooding of Bayou Mete.
After discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells that
a letter be sent Judge Campbell endorsing his program and offering any
assistance possible by the City of Jacksonville. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden announced the construction of a new Industrial Drive to provide
a link between the Jacksonville Industrial area and Freeway has been approved
by Judge Campbell. The new road will be an extension of Redmond Road,
across West Main and adjacent to First Jacksonville Branch Bank to
Warehouse road, then East to Freeway Viaduct where a service road ~rovides
a turn around loop under the viaduct• Mayor Harden stated that county crews
are now staking the road out. He said the City Engineer's office provided
the necessary engineering and that all easements have been obtained and that
property owners wi thinr the industrial area contributed the right of way.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: H HARDEN MAYOR JOHN • ,
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COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 20, 1968
The Qity Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, June 20, 1968,
at 7:.30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was called
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to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and opening Prayer by Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Present: 6,
absent: o, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants,
Dick Huck, Park & Recreation Director, Fire Chief Schmitt, Scott Farrell,
Architect, and City Attorney Rice.
Copies of Minutes of Regular Meeting of June 6, 1968, were presented for study
and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of May 16, 1968, which
were presented at Regular Meeting of June 6, 1968, were the next order of
business and after no corrections or additions were presented, Mayor Harden
declared the Minutes ~pproved as written and presented.
Mr. Scott Farrell, architect, presented plans for the new East Side Fire
Station and explained they are complete, with the exception of a few minor
details, such as plumbing plan and dimension on piers. He explained the
specifications are approximately 60% typed and completed plans will be available
by Friday. He stated the building will have 24 drilled piers in the foundation
and will be constructed of haydite block and brick, and the building will face
North on Graham Road. In viewing the plans, Fire Chief Schmitt suggested that
the bunk room could haye been placed nearer the trucks, as a time-saver in
answering an alarm. After discussion, Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by
Alderman Honeycutt to proceed to obtain bids for construction of the East Side
Fire Station at the earliest possible date and open bids, July 16, at 2:00
P. M., after discussion, Alderman Alberson amended the Motion, and seconded
by Alderman Honeycutt to accept the plans, advertise for bids, and open bids
July 16, 1968. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden introduced Mayor Boechert of Little Rock, and presented three
samples of brick from Boechert's Brick Company, as the proposed colors of brick
to be used on the new library. He mentioned that the Librarians selected the
dark brick sample, using a dark mortar. After discussion, Alderman Hill moved,
seconded by Alderman Curtis to approve using the dark brick with the dark mortar
on the new library building. Motion approved by voice vote. Mayor Harden
requested that the sample selected be left in his office for display.
Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to authorize Mayor Harden,
on behalf of the City of Jacksonville, to enter into a lease agreement with
Jake Broadway for the rental of two acres of land on the back corner of the
ten acres owned by the city, to establish a hot mix asphalt plant, for a period of
one year, for the sum of $50.00 per month, said rental to apply on purchase price,
if he decides to purchase the site. Motion approved by voice vote. ,,
On Mo t ion of Alderman Hill, seco nded by Alderman Curtis and all member s voting
i n the affirmative, that bank balances, current accounts payable in the sum
of $5 ,198.7.3 be accepted a nd app r oved for paymen t for Jacksonville Wat er and
Sewer Department.
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 20, 1968
Mayor Harden reminded that consideration should. be given to hiring· four ·.
firemen in order that they may be trained when the new fire station is complete
and they can go on duty at that time. After discllssion, Alderman Hill moved,
seconded by Alderman Curtis to authorize adding four additional firemen, that
they be screened and employed by August 1st, 1968. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden stated a letter will be sent to Mr. Jack Ott, of Civil Service
Commission, a.dvising him of the authorization of four additional firemen to be
employed by August 1st, 1968.
Mayor Harden read a letter from Fire Chief Schmitt which stated in part:
non June 15, 1968, at 2:50 A. M., a fire call was received by this Departnent.
"It was reported that a house was on fire at 103 West Avenue."
He related how Fireman Wilbur Smart entered the burning house, after putting on
an Air-Pac and found Phillip Henderson, age 3, on the floor and handed him outside
to Trooper John Chambers of Ark. State Police. He returned to the back room and
on hands and knees began· searching for the other children. He found Patricia
Ann Henderson, age 13. Chas. Van Nostrand, a volunteer fireman, entered the
bedroom and assisted Fireman Smart in picking the victim up and handing her
out the window to volunteer ftteman , John Parks. He and Van Nostrand again
returned in search of the remaining child and finally located Terry Joe, age 6,
lying face down against the hallway door, and handed her out the middle bedroom
window to Assistant Chief Onie Vanderhoof. After Smart had rescued the three
children, he went over to see if he could give any assistance to the victims.
All three were lying on the ground and being administered mouth to mouth resusitatio~
by Trooper Chambers, Mrs. Mary Allen and several firemen. · :
"In my opinion Fireman Wilbur Smart did an outstanding job, above and beyond
the call of duty." "The Jacksonville Fire Department is very fortunate to have
a man of this caliber. If it had not been :for his quick thinking a:nd action,
along with the risking of his own life, these three children would not be alive
today.u
nr would also like to take this opportunity to thank every one that was
responsible for assisting in this operation, especially State Tr ooper John
Chambers, Mrs. Mary Allen, regular and volunteer firemen and Sgt. Charlie
Crook of our own Police Department."
Fire Chief Schmitt, Mayor Harden and the Council verbally commended all the
participants, and Fire Chief Schmitt stated the Civitan Club honored Wilbur
Smart and Trooper Chambers at a luncheon, which was televised by Channel 7.
Fire Chief Schmitt added they all did a good tt.ob and pointed out that this is
the second .occasion in which Wilbur Smart has performed an outstanding service.
After discussion, Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells to
restore Wilbur Smart to the position of Captain in the Fire Department, at
his old base pay, plus $10.00 to apply as instructor, all subject to the
approval of the Civil Service Commission. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported that since no protests wer e presented at the Public
Hearing, held prior to this council meeti ng (June 20, 1968) in regard to
elosing of Captain Street in Hi c kman-M cC onnell Addi tion , that Captain Street
~n nsw be t;lQ~ed and vac~;ttid :t. A:i't derma,n ..,H;).ll,-m~v~d .t~' ~e~9,n<;l !!':d..!~Y' Alderman Curtis at &otatm s r~et~ l ocate n Hic~n a n-Mc Conne l i adn. b e c losed and vacated. oti on a pprove oy voice vo e.
In reporting on progress of street program, Mayor Harden stated approximately
one-half of the streets in Sunnyside Hills have been sealed and that the work will
be completed soon, that work on Vine Street is progressing, that property owners
ir.Liha~j!ction are parkinf. on a lot o wn~d by~r~ Frsg Thompson,. with his P~~~ until work invo ving their dr1Vewaye cafi completed.
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 20, 1968
Alderman Hill called attention to the need for constructing a sewer system
in an area on Militar,y and Stanphill Road, including a part of New Town and
the Bam Crook and Murry Williams properties. He said he had talked to several
residents of the area and they are all experiencing problema and would like
to have some consideration • After discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded
by Alderman Sorrells to employ Tommy Bond, Registered Engineer, to make
a survey and cost estimate for a sewer system for this area which incluaas
the above mentioned area. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported that he and Tommy Bond met with a group at a church
on Valentine Road, who met to discuss securing city water through the
Farm Home Administration. He stated there was dissention and misunderstanding
in regard to the water rate offered by the city, as presented by the Government
Agency, that he explained he felt it a reasonable rate; that $2.00 per month
is not excessive, and that the city asked $1.00 per month to maintain the
lines and for billing. He explained to them that water cannot be supplied
there at a cheaper rate than is paid by the in·city residents.
Dick auck presented a tenative 4th of July schedule for Dupree Park aetivitie•
and stated that each civic club is being asked to contribute $50.00 toward
the cost of the fireworks and that practically the entire city, from
public agencies to civic clubs and the Chamber of Commerce will be asked to
participate in promoting a joint effort to stage a 4th of July celebration,
which will be climaxed by the fireworks display.
After discussion, Alderman Sorrells mGVed, seconded by Alderman Honeyeutt,
that the city donate $50.00 to the Park & Recreation Commission to apply on
purchase of fireworks for the 4th of July display, to be paid from unappropriated
tund. Motion approved by voice vote.
Mr. Lee Edwards was present and explained he purchased the local taxicab service,
that of the first 17 days operation, his incane was $7.53.15 and expenditures
$862.87. He stated he intended to offer good service, but could not operate
at a loss, and asked that consideration be given to an increase in fares.
He submitted a map showing the various zones and presented a schedule of the
proposed fares:
• .50¢ first zone for two passenger
.25¢ each additional zone for two passenger
.25¢ per each additional adult passenger for the 1st zone
and .15¢ for each additional zone thereafter
.10¢ per trip for each child passenger between ten and
16 years mf age, with an adult. ;
Fares outside of oity limits, .40¢ per mile one way.
After discussion, Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt to approve
the taxicab fare increase as set out above by Mr. Edwards. Motion approved
by voice vote. Mr. Edwards stated the taxicab will probably be based at the
Mew Wilkins Station.
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COUNCIL MEETING
June 20, 1968
Mayor Harden re-appointed J. Roland Williams as a member of the Hospital
Commission for a period of Five (5) years, said term expiring June 8, 1973.
Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to ratify the re-appointment
of Mayor Harden of J. Roland Williams, as a member of Hospital Commission,
for a period of five (5) years, said term expiring June 8, 1973. Motion
approved by voice vote.
City Attorney Rice reported the council suggested that he meet with
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. F. Rook and neighbors residing on Harris Road,· in an
effort to reach an amicable agreement, that he had the meeting with them
and that the neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Rook made two or three requests
of the Rooks and agreed to give them ample time to get them completed,
and he thought this will be the solution of the problem.
Inasmuch as next council meeting date is July 4th, Alderman Alberson moved,
seconded by Alderman Lehman to cancel the regular Council Meeting of
July 4, 1968. Motion approved by voice vote.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn
at 9:05 P. M.
APPROVED:
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ATTEST: JJ~-t!lL.d; ~ANTS, CITY CLERK
COUNCIL MEETING
July 18, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, July 18, 1968,
at 7:30P.M., at Municipal Building ·ror the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and opening Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were .present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Absent: Alderman
Alberson. Present: 5, absent 1, a quorum was declared.
Also present ·were: Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants, Dick Huck, Recreational
Director, City Attorney Rice, Fire Chief Schmitt,. and Scott Farrell,
Architect.
Copies of Minutes of Regular Meeting of June 20, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of June 6, 1968, which
were presented for study at the Regular Meeting of June 20, 1968, were the
next order of business and after no corrections or additions were presented,
Mayor Harden declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Mayor Harden stated the following bids for construction of East side Fire
Station were opened Tuesday, July 16th at 2:00P.M.:
E. W. Sorrells, Inc. $72,000.00 Jack Starkey, $69,569.00, Beggs Construction
Co. $79,295.00, Henry-Holland $65,451.00, Schicker Construction $69,696.00,
Dick Jones, $61,102.93.
Mayor.Harden stated the low bid of $61,102.93 submitted by Mr. Richard L.
Jones had produced a controversy from the Association of Mechanical Contractors
and the State Association of General Contractors in which they contend a
subcontractor named for the plumbing work on the low bid (Jones) is not
licensed by the state, thus the bid is invalid under the laws covering public
building· construction.
City Attorney Rice read portions of Act 264 of 1961 which requires state
licensed subcontractors on jobs involving public buildings in contracts
totaling $10,000 or more. Attorney Rice stated his research developed that
no Arkansas cases pertaining to a similar matter are on record, that the
organizations might carry out threats to file a lawsuit in order to get
a precedent established on Act 264 and his opinion is to determine if the
subcontractor is state licensed with number, and if not Arkansas licensed,
the bid is not valid, or go to second lowest bidder, or reject all bids
and ask for re-bidding.
Mr. Farrell emphasized that the subcontractor's qualifications on this
bid are not being questioned, but that the state laws require all subcontractors
to be licensed and have a number; as an alternative, the second lowest bid
could be accepted, or all bids rejected and re-advertised, and said that
from his observation some of the bidders might not re-bid, but several had
indicated they would.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 18, 1968
Mr. Jones apologized to the Council for having been the cause of the
controversy and stated that he thought the subcontractor was licensed by
the state, as he -holds a M~ster Plumber's license, and that he felt he
was a qualified plumber contractor when he submitted the bid.
After a lengthy discussion, Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman
Lehman to reject any and all bids that were submitted ~esday, July 16,
for construction of the East Side Fire Station. Roll Call: and the following
voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Lehman, Curtis and Hill, and t~e
following voted nay: None. Motion carried.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman that Mayor Harden be
authorized to re-advertise for bids for construction of East Side Fire
Station and open bids, July 30, at 2:00 P. M. Motion approved by voice
vote. (See later Motion).
On Motion of Alderman Sorrells, seconded by Alderman Hill and all members
voting in the affirmative, that bank balances, current accounts payable
in the sum of $5,324.46 be accepted and approved ·for payment for Jacksonville
Water & Sewer Department.
Attorney Rice and Architect Farrell announced that according to legal
requirements the bids must be advertised twice, and since this cannot
be accomplished in time to open bids for the new fire station construction
on Ju~ 30, Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman .Lehman to
authorize Mayor Harden to re-advertise and open bids for construction of
new East side Fire Station August 6, at 2:00 P. M. Motion approved by
voice vote.
Mayor Harden reported that he signed a contract with the biologist on the
new sewer improvements and will probably ask for bids on the sewer pond
in the next 30 days. He stated that Hercules, Inc. wrote the Home Office
for their share of the cost of the project and when received, the city will
pay their share.
Alderman Lehman reported he had secured easements on Carver Lane for sewer
extension and Mayor Harden stated that when all ease~ents are secured, the
city will proceed with the project.
Mayor Harden reported that he has plans for the fireproof vault to be
constructed adjacent to the existing ~mnicipal Building, and that he had
quotations on a 2 hour fireproof door and would like to begin the project
as soon as possible.
Police Department report for June, 1968, reflected 209 cases brought
before the Municipal Court and total cash from fines, forfeitures and
payments on previous fines as $6,605.50.
Mayor Harden stated there has been numerous accidents lately, one at
Oak and Main Street where stop signs are plainly visible. It was suggested
that a four-way stop sign be installed at N. Oak and Center Street on
a trial basis and that speed signs be considered from Bailey to James
on Vine, Stevenson, Janice and Pearl Streets.
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CITY COUNC!L MEETING
July 18, 1968
Fire Department report for June reflected response to 16 alarms with fire
loss as $4,100,00.
Mayor Harden reported that Dennis Smith and Frank Ainsworth were resigining
as members of the Fire Department, August 1, 1968, that Mr~ Smith is joining
the Little Rock Fire Department and Mr. Ainsworth returning to Texas.
Fire Ohief Schmitt reminded that the low wage scale in the Fire Department
is the contributing fac~or for a large manpower shortage. in the department.
Mayor Harden stated that six openings now exist in the Department due to
the ~wo resignations and the four additional firemen needed for the new
fire station, and asked the Council to send in any applicants they might
know who would be interested in the positions.
In street Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported that recent rains
have hampered construction of curbs and gutters on Vine from Bailey to
Hospital Blvd., but that progress is being made toward dompletion. The
project includes new storm drainage and the drainage cap will provide an
extra wide sidewalk. Mayor Harden stated that the Street Department has been
delayed awaiting asphalt, that the owners of the new asphalt plant are trying
to complete installation in order to supply the city with asphalt. He indicated
that if the plant is not ready for operation soon, it will be necessary to
purchase asphalt from out of town so that the street program can be
completed.
11 A RESOLUTION CLOSING CAPTAIN STREET IN THE HICKMAN-McCONNELL ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND FOR ALL
OTHER PURPOSES" .was introduced. Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman
Curtis that the Resolution be read. Motion approved by voice vote. City
Clerk Avants read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Sorrells moved,
seconded by Alderman Honeycutt that the Resolution be approved and adopted
this 18th day of. July, 1968. Roll Call; and the following voted aye:
Aldermen~ Honeycutt, Sorrells, Lehman and Curtis (Alderman Hill out of room
at time of voting). 4 ayes, no nays, Motion carried. RESOLUTION APPROVED
AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 100-68.
In Sanitation Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported several people
from out-of-town are dumping at the city dump at night after the attendant
leave,, that since North Little Rock changed their dump ground policy,
people are using the Jacksonville dump in order to save paying a fee, that
they are dumping at random and it is posing a problem. He mentioned that a
gate can be erected and locked, also that the dumfcould be open six days
a week and closed on Sunday, the hours of its opening and closing advertised.
He mentioned the dump attendant, who is not paid a salary, had proposed that
the city dig him a well and put in a septic tank and that he would place
his trailer there and live there and would have better. control over the
dump. After disQussion, it was generally,decided to try to dig the well
and put in a septic tank at the dump, but it was decided to drill the well
first, and see that it is allright, before proceeding further.
Upon recommendation of Planning Commission, Alderman Hill Moved, seconded
by Alderman Honeycutt to change the name of Shanks Drive in Oakhurst Subdivision
to Oakhurst Drive. Motion approved by voice vote. It was explained that
Shanks Drive is in the 900 and 1000 block North from the 1000 block of
Hill Street and runs North then turns West.
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COUNCIL MEETING
July 18, 1968
The following recommendations were made from Park & Recreation Commission:
to be added as amendment to Ordinance 190:
"That atlll:OO P. M. the City Parks will be closed."
"The Parks wil,l open at 1100 A. M."
nFrom the months of Sept. 1 to May .31 the Parks will close at 10:00 P. M.
and open at 7:00 A. M."
"Any person or persons will be ejected (Section 6, Item 2) and/or subject to
Penalties (Section 7) if they are found in the Parks during closing hours.
If they are under 18 years of age their names will be taken and letters to
the parent or guardian will be mailed to this effect.''
Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Sorrells that the City Attorney
amend Ordinance 190 incorporating the above recommendation. Motion
approved by voice vote.
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An additional recommendation of the Parks and Recreation/was read:
rtThe Parks and Recreation Department recommends to the Commission that
all 11 Fireworks" other than a Community or Parks and Recreation sponsored
display be banned from all Parks land. And that from this date, July 9,
1968, any person or persons caught firing "Fireworks" on the City of
Jacksonville Parks property, he will be punishable as set forth in Section
1 of Ordinance No. 190 (which is the Ordinance providing for a Parks ·
and Recreation Commission).
Recommendation: Amendment
"That Section 6, Items 1,2 and 3, Ord. 190, incorporate the following:
1.1Police Department and Park Ranger." Thus this section wlll read:
SECTION 6. ENFORCEMENT
(1) Officials. The TIQrector, park attendant, Police Department, and
Park Ranger shall, in connection with their duties imposed by law, diligently
enforce the provisions of this Ordinance and/or the rules and regulations
prescribed thereunder.
(2) Ejectment. The Director, park attendant, Police Department and any
Park Ranger shall have the authority to eject from the park any person acting
in violation of this Brdinance and/or rules and regulations prescribed thereunder.
(3) Seizure of Property. The Director, park attendant, Police Department,
and any Park Ranger shall have the authority to seize and confiscate any property
thing or device in the park, or used in violation of this Ordinance and/or
the rules and regulations prescribed thereunder.
AldermanCurtis moved, seconded by Alderman Hill to authorize the City Attorney
to incorporate this recommendation into Ordinance 190. Motion approved by
voice vote.
A recommendation from Mr. Larry Goddard, Chairman, is presented in part:
"The Dept. of the Park & Recreation, for the past year has grown to the level
of the other departments of the city. In order that the Parks be maintained
to their highest degree, which would compliment the community, it is necessary
that the Parks &.Recreation Department have access to a tractor and a truck.u
Mayor Harden stated all departments need equipment and that mowers are all
needed at the same time, that some type of schedule for utilization of the
equipment can be set up and assured that the city will work with the Park
Commission in any way possible.
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COUNCIL MEETING
July 18, 1968
A letter addressed to Col. Godaard, Chairman of Park Commission from
Thos. P. Williams, Jr. Chairman of Budget Committee was presented which
stated the United Fund Board approved for campaign purposes the $8,115
which was previously recomm$nded by the Budget Committee for the Jacksonville
Community Division for 1969 allocation. rtBy prior agreement the United
Fund was to have a decreasing responsibility in regard to the Jacksonville
Community Division and the request to expand program was not anticipated.
The United Board does approve the granting of a 5% increase over current
support. It is again appropriate to remind you that the United Fund plans
to discontinue support by 1970. 11
It was announced that preliminary drawings of the proposed Jacksonville
Recreational Center and S~~ng Pool on the new park site on Hwy. 171
will be presented by Scott Farrell, Architect, at a meeting Tuesday, July 23,
at 7:30 P. M. at Municipal Building.
Ambulance report for June reflected receipts, plua May 31 balance, as
$944.45 and disbursements as $704.26 with bank balance June 30 as $240.19 and
uncollected debts as $656.00.
Mayor Harden discussed the recent Supreme Court ruling which made cities
liable for damages and reminded that as of July 15th the city becomes
liable for damages, and has no liability insurance. He said that different
types of insurance are available and that asstudy is being made of the
matter.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: H Harden, Mayor John •
F1 y A\#arits, Clerk
*Clerk's Notez Only 66e meeting held in July (July 18).
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COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 8, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, August 8, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting
was called to order by Vice-Mayor Hill,-presiding officer, and opening
Prayer by Alderman Honeycutt.
On Roll Call the following membere were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman and Curtis. (Alderman Hill present and
serving as Vice-Mayor in absence of Mayor Harden) Aldermen present: 4, absent~ 1,
Alderman Sorrells. (Alderman Sorrells in hospital) A quorum was declared.
Also present: Vice-Mayor Hill, Clerk Avants, City Attorney Rice, Park & Recreation
Director, Dick Huck, Mr. Ed Wimberly representing Scott Farrell, Architect.
Copies of Minutes of regular meeting of July 18, 1968 were presented for study
and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of regular meeting of June 20, 1968,
which were presented for study at the regular meeting of July 18, 1968, were
the next order of business and after no corrections or additions were presented,
Vice-Mayor Hill declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Bid tabulations for the proposed East side Fire station as a result o£ re-bid
openings August 6th are as follows:
Contractor
Henry Holland
Jack Starkey
Schmicker Construction
Dick Jones
Base Bid
$66,902.00
68,232.00
69,234.00
61,102.93
Upon ascertaining that Mr. Dick Jones was low bidder and had indicated he was ready
to proceed with the work if .allowed the contract, that all sub-contractors are
licensed as required by the State, Alderman Honeycutt moved, seconded by Alderman
Lehman to award the contract for constructing the East side Fire Station on
@raham Road -to Dick Jones, at low base bid of $61,102.93. Roll Call: and the
following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman and Curtis, and the
following voted nay: None. Motion approved.
Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis to authorize Vice-Mayor
Hill and City Clerk Avants to execute a contract with Mr. Jones for construction
of the East Side Fire Station. Motion approved by voice vote. It was noted that
Mr. Jones specified 90 days as construction time for this project.
On Motion of Alderman Honeycutt, seconded by Alderman Alberson and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accounts payable in the
sum of $8,288.12 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville Water
and Sewer Department.
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COUNCIL MEETING
August 8, 1968
Alderman Lehman inquired concerning the stat11s of the sewer survey for
portions of N~wtown and Southeast Jacksonville being conducted by Bond
Engineering Company and was advised that Mr. Bond has run the survey and
has the manual part complete and is now doing the paper work and should have
the estimates ready for presentation soon.
Police Department report for July, 1968 reflected 264 cases processed and
fines assessed as $6,192.60. Vice Mayor Hill stated it had been reported that
the Dodge automobile owned by the Police Department is in need of considerable
repair, and that thought should be given whether to expend a considerable
sum for repair, or purchase a new automobile.
Fire Department report for July, 1968, reflected response to 18 alarms and
fire loss for month as $1,725.00.
In Street Department discussion, Vice-Mayor Hill reported some asphalt has been
received and will be used on Ray and South Road. He reported construction
on Vine Street is progressing and should be completed soon, and that if warm weather
conditions prevail, several of the streets will be completed with blacktop.
In Sanitation Department discussion, it was reported trouble is being experienced
with the new sanitation truck and that it may require a new engine. Since the
truck is still under warranty, it was felt this matter can be corrected soon.
With this truck inoperative, it is causing loss of time on pick-ups by having
to use the old truck.
Copies of the Minutes of Planning Commission Meeting of August 6, 1968 were
presented with one excerpt marked for Council consideration as follows:
"A proposal by the Dupree Company requesting Mobile Home Park permit for
land situated at the corner of Peach and King Streets in M. J. Henry
estate addition was presented. It was the concensus of all members present
that this proposal would not in any way be detrimental to the area in question, but
would improve the area." "Mr~ Wilkinson stated that there was a need for better
rentals in that area and such proposal probably would satisfy this need. The
layout of the engineer was studied by all members and found to comply with all
necessities for a trailer park." '"Upon motion by Jim Pace it was recommended by
the Council issue a S year permit for Mobile Home Park on the land in question."
"Bill Lehman seconded the motion and all members voted in favor of same."
After discussion, Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Ald.erman Curtis, that
upon recommendation of Planning Commission that Dupree Company be issued
a S year permit for the Mobile Home Park: on the land aforementioned. Motion
approved by voice vote. It was generally agreed that recommendations for
approval by the council by the Planning Commission, be submitted in regular
form as a recommendation rather than by a copy of their Minutes of the meeting,
and that a plot plan of the area be submitted with recommendations.
11 AN ORDINANCE, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 190, DATED APRIL 2(), 1967, TO MORE
CLEARLY DEFINE ENFORCEMENT POLICIES, FIREWORKS REGUIATION AND HOURS OF
OPERATION FOR ALL CITY PARK AREAS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND FOR OTH~
PURPOSES 11 was introduced.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman that the Ordinance be
placed on FIRST READING. Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen:
Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman and Curtis, and the follo~dng voted nay: none.
MOTION APPROVED, AND ORDINANCE READ for FIRST TIME by City Clerk Avants.
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COUNCIL MEETING
August 8, 1968
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis that the Ordinance be
accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: and the following voted aye: Aldermen:
Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman and Curtis, and the following voted nay: None.
ORDINANCE ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman to suspend the rules and
place Ordinance on SECOND READING. Roll Call: and the following voted
aye: Aldermen: Curtis, I.ehman, Alberson and Honeycutt, and the following
voted nay: None. Motion reeeived 4 affirmative votes and no negative votes,
whereupon the Mayor directed the Clerk to read the Ordinance for SECOND TIME.
Clerk Avants read Ordinance for SECOND TIME.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis to further suspend the
rules and place Ordinance on THIRD AND FINAL READING.
Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman
and Curtis. Motion received 4 affirmative votes and no negative votes,
whereupon Mayor Harden directed the Clerk to read Ordinance for THIRD AND
FINAL TIME. Clerk Avants read Ordinance for THIRD AND FINAL TIME. Alderman Lehman
moved,. seconded by Alderman Alberson that the Ordinance be approved and adopted.
Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen! Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman and
Curtis, and the following voted nay: None.
Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt that the Emergency
clause be approved and adopted. Roll Call: and the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman and Curtis, and the following voted nay:
None. ORDINANCE AND EMERGENCY CLAUSE APPROVED AND ADOPTED this the 8th day of
August, 1968, and numbered 2 0 4.
Park & Recreation Director, Dick Huck, presented the architect's plot plan
for the new community recreational center which has been altered to show a
different type of structure than originally planned. Mr. Huck explained
that the first stage of the building itself will be So x 90 feet with approximately
5,000 sq. ft. of floor space, and the accompanying swimming pool, for which
federal matching funds are available at 50%, will be regulation Olympic size,
a 25 meter pool with six lanes, about 60 ft. wide at one end and tapering to 40 feet
wide on the other.
Mr. Huck related that several weeks ago the Park & Recreation Commission
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advised that federal matching funds for the building might not come through for at least
3 to 5 years, ascertaining this information after Mr. Huck returned from the
Regional office of Housing and Urban Development in Ft. Worth, Texas, where he was
advised that war costs and tight money situation would prevent a release in
federal funds in the foreseeable future. In the discussion it was stressed that
the City has $65 to $70 thousand dollars to spend on the center which would
never be matched once it is spent, and the question seemed to prevail as to
whether the city should wait for the matching funds, which may never be made
available, or proceed to provide a recreational center with available funds.
It was generally agreed to table this matter for further study and discussion,
and the Council was invited to meet with the Park & Recreation Commission at
their regular meeting of August 27th.
Ambulance report for July reflected receipts as $837.50 and Disbursements as
$751.92 with uncollected accounts as $698.50.
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COUNCIL MEETING
August 8, 1968
On Motion of Alderman Curtis, seconded by Alderman Alberson and all members
voting in the affirmative to postpone the regularly scheduled council meeting
of August 15 until August 22, due to the delay in having to re-advertise for
bids on the proposed E. side fire station.
Mr. Ed Schmitt reported that a ditch near his property needs cleaning and
opening and Vice-Mayor Hill stated he would personally inspect the ditch in
question.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: G 1ITtL (Vice-Mayor) ltoBERT •
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COUNCIL MEE'riNG
August 22, 1968
The City Council of ~he City of Jacksonville met Thursday,
August 22, 1968, at 7:30 ~.M., at Municipal Building for the
regular meeting. Me e ting was called to order by Mayor Herden,
presiding officer .
On Roll Call the foll_owing members Rnsr~rered as their names were
called: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson and Honeycutt.
5 present, 1 absent -Alderman Sorrells. A quorum v.ras declared ..
Also present were: Mayor Harden, City Attorney Rice, Street Supt.
Oakley, and Parks Director Huck. Mrs. V1ir.ginia. Mos.s_ recorded
the Minutes in the absence of Clerk Avants.
Mayor Hard~n asked for corrections or additions to the Minutes of
re g ular meeting of July 18, 1968, presented at August 8 Council
meeting, and there being none, announced that the Minutes stand
approved as written and presented.
A motion we· s made by Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt
with all members voting in the affirmative thnt bank balances,
current adoounts payable in the sum of $7,253.97 for Jacksonville
a te 1~ & Set"e r Dep ar tme nt be ac c ep ted and approved for payment.
Ma yoi' H,nrden noted tba t th er e is $72,029.73 noH in the Revenue &
per 3ting F und , and $3 6 ,000 of' it t-rill be needed for the Pollutton
Co n t r ol P ro je ct. He a ls o po int e d o ut that there is ~12,296.~2 in
t he Cer tif ic a t es o f Dep o s i t f und Nh ich matures this month.
Mayor Ha rden. presented a l e tter fr om lle rClJl e s l..rbich p r oposes t h·'l t
tbey p ny tbeir ~;6JOOO part of tiJ "' l ul1 ut ion Contro l Proj e ct rt J.oney
by ~i3 0 , 0 00 cash and Dr. S id1t1e 11 1 s ser vic es and l ab o ratory us ea.ge
to cover the additional $6,000 . Alderman Al berson , se c onded b y
Aldermon Lehman, with all memb e rs v o ti ng i n the A-ffir ma tive , moved
that the Mayor be authori~ed to sign the above mentioned letter.
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Discussion follo1"red concerning tbe _ city 1 s shar·e in the Pollution
Control Program, which was to match that which was gtven by Hercules.
Alderman Hi 11, sec ended by Alderman Albers on, v.ri th a 11 members
voting in the affirmative, moved thnt the Mayor be authorized to
set up an account with ~36,000 drawn from the Revenue & Operating
Fund.
Mayor Harden announced that bids will be opened September 6, 1968,
on the very specialized aeration equipment for the new sewer ponds.
The equipment will take 12 vreeks for deli.very, and bids are bein g
~dvertised for now so that tt will be here when the ponds are
ready. The ponds, which are 12 feet deep and cover approximately
3 acres, are located down from the . old plant to the right, next
to the road. The water will be stirred completely -no dead "t-~rater .
Discussion on an e8sement for a 1"rater pump from Gene Parmer followed.
His land is now in the clear with the title easily accossable.
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August 22, 1968
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~1ayor Harden fe 1 t that an a groemont sbou ld be entered into at this
time because Mr. Farmer is planning to build a new home and Ti>lill
mortgage the land. 1the well ·Hill be 500 feet back and lCO fecot
square Hith the condition that if tbe first Nell doesn't produce
it can be floated back or to the side of that location. The
City Attorney stated that an eRsement ~or an access road 12 feet
by 100 feet could be obtained. Alderman Honeycut-t, seconded by
Alderman Lebma n, with a 11 rnembe .rs in agreement , moved that the
city enter into an agreement with Gene Farmer p~ying birn A500
for the 100 foot square area for a new well.
Mayor Harden announced that Plans 'Hl.d Specifications for tbe
Sevmge Improvements are complete and can be seen at the ~1Iayor 1 s
Office. He also stnted that the eerati6n ~q0ipment will be
installed by the contrBctor.
No new business was brought up in the wat8r department. Hov,rever,
Mayor Harden noted that Tommy bond will report on the study of the
se"{l..rer project on Military RoDd and boutheastern at the next council
meeting which will be September 5, 1968. Citizens from Valentine
Road will also be present to discuss the possibility of getting
water in that area.
No new business was presented in the police department. Mayor
Harden brouRht to the attention of the council that Chief Traylor
h8s requested the jail be enlarged. It now has six cells.
Alderman Hill announced that the fire stRtion land has been cleared,
but work is delayed because of a foundry strike. \;.·ork will be
under•vJay again as soon as steel is avAilable. Mayor Harden announced
that the fire trucks will be delivered by Jctober 21. Also, that
the Chief and Gi ty Hall have been reee i ving many calls on the
position for firemen, and that the test wi~l be given August 29.
"AN ORDINANCE EXCHANGING CERTAIN PARCELS JF LAND NECESSARY FOR
CONNECTION OF' SOUTH JAMES STRl<";E'l' TO lVlAI N STREET AJ.J D F'IXI NG TE E
WES'I' RIGm·.'-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTH JIU'iES STREE'I' FHOl\~ TBE SOUTf-! RIGHT-
OF-1-JAY LINE OF' ~IJ:l\IN STREET 337.25 F EE'l' SuU'l'H, AND SETTING FORTH
CERTt-~.IN OTHE"R AGREEMENTS PE'R.TINENT TJ 1I'HIS EXCHANGE OF LAND;
PRESCRIBING OTHER 11/fATTERS R'"'LA 1l'ING TI-n~:RE'l'O; A~lD DECLARING AN
EHERGENCY," was introduced.
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Elderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Hill that the Orai.nance
be placed on FIRST READING: ROLL rALL: and the folloHing voted
aye: Alderman Curtis, Hl.ll, Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt •
. CS ayes no nays, Motion approved and Ordinance rend for FITIS'l' TIME
py Mayor Harden. Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman
Honeycutt that the urdinence be accepted on FIRST RE ADING. ROLL
CALL: and the following voted aye: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis,
Lehman, Alberson and Honeycutt. 5 a;yes, no nays. ORDINANCE
ACCEPTED ON FIRSrl' 'RF.:ADING.
COUNCIL l\1EETING
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Alderman Lehman mDved, secDnded by ,Alderman Hill to suspend the
rules and place the OrdinAn ce on SECOND reading. Roll call;
and the following voted a ye: Alderman; Hill, Curtis, Lehman,
Alberson, and Honeycutt. 5 ayes, no nays. Whereupon the mayor
read the i)rdimmce for the SECOND TIME. Alderman Hill moved,
seconded by AldermAn Honeycutt that the Ordinance be accepted
on the second re;'.ding. Roll call: and the follo1,.r ing voted aye;
Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt.
5 ayes, no nays. 0rdinance accepted on second reading.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson to further
suspend the rules and place urdinance on THIRD AND FINAl, reading.
Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis,
Lehman, Alberson and Honeycutt. Motion received 5 affirmative
votes and no negative votes, wh e reupon the Mayor read the Ordinance
for the THIR D AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson that the urdin~nce
be approved and adopted. Roll Call: and the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt. Motion
received 5 affirmative and no ne r:s tive votes.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis thAt tbe Emer gency
Clause be approved and adopted. Roll Ca ll: and the followi ng
voted aye: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehmf'm, Alberson, and Hon e ycutt.
5 ayes, no nays, ORDINANCE J\J'Iill EJVTERGENCY CLAUSE APPROVED AND ADO PTED
and numbered 2 0 5 this 22nd de.y of August, 1968.
There was sJme discussion concerning the new intersection affected
b:y· the ordinance. Alderman Lehman as ked if Mulberry Street 1r.rhich
runs behind the Safeway store would be affected. Everyone aBreed
that the street vou1d remain op e n. Mayor Harden stated that
Henry DeNoble drew up the plans for the intersection with lighting
from Rll angles, with each lane lit separately and controlled by
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traf~ic flow. The intersection is worked out to everyone's satisfaction.
It is the council's opinion that Dup:r:ee wlll not be a secondary
street because of the change. City fittorney Rice st~t~d ~that he
had received several calls asking if the Safeway sign is on city
property. Mayor Harden stated that the sign is on private property.
The question arose if the reverter clause of the ordinance is
transferable in our case, too. City Attorney Rice stated that
it Has not in the way the ordinance was written and reccommended
that the deed contain a reverter clause in the City's favor, too.
It can be added easily to the deed, which bas been drawn up, and
Mr. Griffin is not expected to object.
M8.yor Harden introduced a letter from H. L. Griffin 1<-rhich requests
the relocation of a light. No discussion was entered into on the
subject. Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt,
that Mayor Harden be authorized to sign .the letter. All voted
in the affirmative and the motion 1--ras carried.
Mayor Harden report~d on the street work being done at this time.
He said the blacktopping is coming along good. Vine Street is
looking in good shape. Cherry from Graham to the bridge is nbout
ready forLcapping, but is br~aking up on the other side of t~e
bridge. ''e said some work w1ll have to be done there. Harr1s
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Road needs double slurry work. School streets are being marked
for the upcoming school year . He also stated that new street signs
would be posted on all streets coming into town --''35 m.p.h.
unless otherwise posted.'' Alderman Lehman brought to the attention
of the council that something needs to be done to the street
near the church between South Road and Church. Speedbreakers
would be a great help. Discussion followed on School Street.
The matter of sewers on Carver Lane was discussed in the Sanitation
Department. Mayor Harden suggest)d that an agreement be ms.de with
the Jacksonville rrailer Park for the Carver Lane Sewer to go back
to the lift station there. He said the city could nossible maintain
the lift station and pay the electric bill. A problem concerning
easements bas prevented action thus far. The city wishes to see
~hat is to be done concerning the sewer before blacktopping that
street. Mayor Harden stated that the project of digging a well to
move a trailer in at the dump has been dropped as they proposed
moving i.n a house instead, and this t-Ta s not considered vwrth ~rhi le.
'I'here were no recommendations from the Planning Commission.
'l'be Summer Program Eva lua t j_ on frorn the Parks and Hecr r.:: at ion Depart-
ment is not yet completed but P a rks Director Huck says it 1,rill be
complete soon. He then e x tend ,..d an i nvi tat ion to the Hayer and
council members to attend the me eting with the Parks and Recreation
Commission to discuss funds for the Recreation Center Tuesday,
August 27, at 7:30, at C~ty Hall.
Mayor Harden announced thR t a gentleman in Hemphis ~rms hired by
the Library Commission to draw out plans for the ll.brary
furnishings and that the plans 1,7 ere returned yester•day. He stated
that we have set aside $1500 for furnishings and that the state will
try to help, also. Remington Rand is the mnin supplier of this
type furniture. Kids on the LibrR.ry Equipment will be opened
September 13, 1968 at 2 :00p.m. in the Mayor's office. The
furniture will be delivered at such time as the librm·y is completed
and 1rrill not h ve to be stored. The State Commission and Consultnnt
in Memphis are in approval.
A drawing of the proposed library pl a que was pr es ented to the
council at this time. Hayor Harden pointed out some cbanges tl:n'.
:te thought sbould be made. One br:d_ng the "Jecks on ville Branch
L!.brar~" should be made to re.gd "Jacksonville Municipal Libr•ary,"
as it is not a branch but Jacksonville's own library which is
mere l y opere l;ed by t be Libr11ry C::>mmission. It Ha.s nointed out
.1...i.1at Seorcy 1 .s l lbrar-y :ts A 11 1V[unicipal 11 library. 'l'be sec:md c} .. ,nn [i;e
was the para graph sta tin g ~hAt the library ~ns operat e d ~Y the
PU l Rskl -P orry Rogi onal L i brary, ln which the nomes of Pat Wilson
nnd Ma ry Sun bhepberd were m~nt i ~ned . l ity Atto ~n ey Ric e spoke
up to s ay thAt in h i s opin i on Rll e l e cted city of fi cln l s sho ul d
b e on the p la q ue -bls U8me D nd tbt" ·t of Ju dc,e I1 Je d ''li ll iamson
Here not listed. The r1nyo1~ said thet h e 1,1·.r.; in acr eemsn t Fi nd tha t
he thought it fittln~ to leave out th e n bove menti J ned po r ~"r8 p h
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and list City Attorney Rice's and Judge 1r·lilliamson's nnmes along
with those of the head librarian, JVIrs. Ester Nixon, and her as-
sistant, Mrs. Ercil Berry. A leq;,tlv discussion follow e d. Alderman
Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Hill, with all me mbers voting
in the affirmative, thHt the a'-ove menti.oned ch!=inges he made in
the library plaque.
"AN ORDINhNCE FOR TH"S PURPOSE OF LEVYD!G FIVE MILTS, ~)NE-HALF MILL,
ONE-I1ALF MILL, A.ND FIVE MILLS, T:J TALING ELEVEN MII.T .S TAX AGAINST
:PI:i::R 2.J NAL .A:t--ID REAL PROPERTY vHTHIN THE CORPORATE LHHTS OF TH E CITY
OF' JACKSONVILLE, ARKAN S:'\S; FOR TE l!; PURPJSE JF SUSPENDING TEREE AND
ONE-HALF HILLS TAX FOR INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BONDS FOR rrnE Y"G":AR
1968; FJR THE PURPOSE OF EFFECTING CERTIFIC:ATION '1'0 THE (;JUN1"'Y
CLERK OF PULl\ SKI CJUNTY JF' TBE TAX L"!'~VIED; PRESCRIBING OTlf!'~P MATTERS
PERTAINING TE:1TErro; AND DECLATIING AN EHERGEHCY," was introduced.
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Alderman Hi 11 moved, sec:)nded by Alderman Curt is, that the Ordinance.
be pl r::.ced on FIRST nr;:ADING: ROLL CALL: and the followin £. voted
aye: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson and Honeycutt.
5 ayes, no nays, Motion approved and Jrdinance read for FIR ST TIME
by Mayor Harden. Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman,
that the Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. Roll Call: and
the following voted aye: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson,
and Honeycutt. ? ayes, no nays. ORDINANCE .1\CCEP'I'ED JN FIEST READING.
Alderman Lehman, seconded by Alderman Curtis to suspend the rules and
place the Jrdinance on SECJI\lD reading. Roll Cn11: and the following
voted aye: Alder!Ylen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt.
5 ayes, no nays. Whereupon the Mayor read the Ordinance for the
SECOND T1ME. Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Alber E;on, moved
that the O~dinance be accepted on the SECOND READING. Roll Call:
with the filillowing voting aye: Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman,
Alpers on, and Honeycutt. 5 ayes, no nays. ORDINANCE ACCEPTED ON
THE SEOOND READING.
Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderrnan Honeycutt, to further suspend
the rules and place Ordinance on THIRD A1'm FINAL reading. Roll
Call: with the following voting Hye; Aldermen : Hill, Curtis,
Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt. 5 ayes, no n o ys. Whereupon
the "!.''Iayor read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL THfiE.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis that the Ordinance
be approved and adopted. Roll Call: and the following voted aye:
Aldermen; Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt. The
Motion received 5 affirmative and no negative votes.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt that the
Emergency Clause be B~proved and adopted. Roll call: Aldermen;
Hjll, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, and Honeycutt. Mot i on received
5 affirms t i ve and no negative votes, ORDINANCE l\.W) Ef'fERGENCY
APPHuVED AND ADOPTED A:ND numbered 2 0 6 this 22nd day of August,
1968.
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There being no further business to transact it was moved to
adjourn.
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COUNCIL MEETING ·
September 5, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, September 5,
1968 at 7:30 f. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting
was called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer,. and opening Prayer
by Alderman Honeycutt.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Lehman, Alberson, Curtis and Hill. Absent: Alderman Sorrells.
Present: 5, absent: 1, a quorum was declared. n Also present were: Mayor Harden,
Clerk Avants, and City Attorney Rice.
Copies of Minutes of regular Meetings of August 8 and August 22 were presented
.for study and later approval.
On Motion of Alderman Hill, seconded by Alderman Curtis and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accounts ~ayable in the
sum of $6,199.48 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville Water
and Sewer Department.
Tommy Bond, of Bond Consulting E~gineers, Inc., presented a preliminary
engineering report for proposed sanitaty sewage collection system for
Southeast Jacksonville which was authorized several weeks ago. The specific
area covered is in the area of Henry Estate Subdivision, which centers around
King Street and Church Street. Other areas covered are along Stanphill Road,
Military Road and Southeastern Ave., where it adjoins Military Road, all this
area generally lies in the SEt of Sec. 29, Twsp. 3N, Rg. lOW, Pulaski County,
Arkansas. :
The report feflected: ttapproximately 40 residences in this are~ are not presently
served by .the city's sanitary sewage disposal and collection system and the
area involves approximately 200 acres." ttStudies have been made through the
area and they consist of elevations, ,location of buildings and residences and
location of existing sanitary sewer lines,""
11 In order to eliminate excessively deep cut trenching oper&tions and higher
cost; we have proposed the construction of two (2) sewage pumpirJg stations,
one to be located immediately east of Church Street.in the draw; the other
located between Stanphil Road and Southeastern Ave., on Military Road in the
low area." nrt is noted that these are both temporary sewage pumping stations,
and as this area develops, it will become necessary to move the pumping
stations and relocate them further down the lines." 11 In the Stanphil area
the existing line at the corner of Sage and Stanphil Streets is deep enough
to be extended approximately 1,000 feet up Stanphil Road. This line would
then serve approximately 1 homes."
The following estimate of the cost of various mains, lateral, lift stations
and force mains, based on present day construction costs of other systems in this
area, and should be representative for a period of one year is $46,740.00.11
The report further stated that three houses located along Military Road West
of Stanphil are not afforded sanitary sewer service by this plan, as it is
estimated it would cost an additional $18,000 to serve the area West of
Sta.nphil road.
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11 The following summarizes the cost of the total project as to sewage collection
system $25,990.00, sewage pumping station and force mains $20,750.00, and
estimated engineer cost 13.5% $6,310.00 or total estimated construction cost
as $53,050.00.11
11 As previously mentioned this system will serve only 40 homes at this time
at an average cost of approximately $1,326.00 for each home initially served.11
Mr. Bond explained that no federal funds for matching are available for this
project for the next two or three years, and would have to be financed by
city funds. He explained to be eligible for ,federal matching funds t hlt the
line must be trunk lines, and if federal matching funds are available that
it al'fi.Ol.mts to about 30%. After discussion, Alderman Alberson moved, seconded
by Alderman Hill, to accept the report prepared by Bond Consulting Engineers, Inc.
for Southeast Jacksonville Sewer study and to take it under advisement.
Motion approved by voice vote.
A petition bearing 17 signatures of property owners of the West side
Sewer District of the City of Jacksonville, petitioning the Mayor and City
Council for water and sewer lines to that area of the city was presented.
After discussion in which Mayor Harden stated Dr. Johnson had had a survey
made of his property and if the other property owners and developers could
get together and have a survey made of the entire area to ascertain the costs,
and all work together toward contributing to the costs, that the city will work
with them in any way possible. The1 :petition was filed with the cleP-k,
A request for a sewer line in North Jacksonnlle was presented and the
property owners proposed that the city lay a sewer line from Dr. Durham's
residence to the Bud Bostic property, approximately 1,000 feet, then they
will take it across their property and go to adjacent lots and.stub out.
After discussion, Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson to
enter into a contract with the property owners, that the city will lay a sewer
line from the maru1ole in front of Dr. Durham's residence near Hwy. 67, going South
to Bud Bostic property, approximately 1,000 feet, and the property owners will
lay it from Bud Bostic's property, across Latta's property and then stub out.
Motion approved by voice vote.
Mr! Reedy Ray residing on Valentine Road presented an appeal for the city
to furnish water for the residents of that area. Mr. Ray explained the
residents had Tommy Bond as their engineer when they applied for a loan through
the Farmers Home Administration; which was rejected, and that the estimated
construction costs for a water line, etc., is $42,000.
He explained there are 72 families now residing in the area who will be interested
in tieing on for water, and that there are many gcres of undeveloped land in the
area, 'W'hose owners would develop, .if the service could be made available.
Mayor Harden explained that with a $100.00 tie on fee for each family, that it
would arn.ount to only $7,200, and suggested that some of the property o"mers
might be willing to prepay the tie-on fee in order to help facilitate the matter.
Mr, Ray stated he thought he might be able to ra:i,.se $10,000 in prepayment fees,
and after a general discussion, Mr. Ray was encouraged to contact all property
owners and residents of the area to see what funds could be raised for this
project, and to make a report to the Council at some later date.
Police Department report for August reflected 418 cases processed before
Municipal Court and fines assessed at $9,834.52.
FtF: 1Departme~t0 re88rt for Au~1st reflected response to 14 alarms and estimated oss as IL u. •
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Upon recommendation of Fire Chief Schmitt, Alderman Hill moved, seconded
by Alderman Curtis to dismiss Herbert Colvert, Jr., as a member of the
Volunteer Fire Department. Motion approved by voice vote.
In Fire Department discussion, it was stated nothing has been heard on the
delivery of the new fire trucks, and that the steel strike is holding up
06nstruction on the library and fire station. It was repmrted that eight
applicants passed the 6ivil Service test for firemen, and that two have been
employed to replace the firemen recently resigned.
In Street Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported a great portion of
capping work has been done, and that considerable work is still needed to
be done in the Street department.
The Planning Commission had not met and no recommendations were presented
for consideration.
Ambulance report for August 30, was presented, which reflected: total
receipts $1,015.27 and disbursements as $901.79, and bank balance as $113.48.
Alderman Alberson asked clarification of. a disbursement as 11 AFS" $200.00,
and asked if this disbursement can be attributed to the ambulance service,
and if not, should not be charged to that account. Mayor Harden said he
would ask about the charge.
Mayor Harden reminded that preparation of the 1969 Budget for the City
General and Street Funds will soon have to be considered, and that
additional revenue will be needed to afford better services, and to maintain
two additional city buildings, additional personnel in Fire Department, etc.
He added he might appoint a budget committee to study ways to supplement
city incomes, such as increasing electric and plumbing permits and privilege
taxes, and asked the council to be thinking about this.
He added that it is hoped to derive more tax revenue turnback funds from
the State next year.
Alderman Lehman suggested that the council make an official recommendation to the
Pulaski County School Board that the new high school football stadium be named
in honor of Dr. Jan W. Grow, who lost his life, along with Mr. Rhoden, also of
Jacksonville, in .a plane crash on Labor Day. Alderman Lehman added that Dr,
Crow was sidely known for his work with the youth of Jacksonville and was one
of the organizers of Little League Baseballand was a member of the Baseball
Commission. Mayor Harden sanctioned the s11ggestion and added that he would be
favorable to the nantng the new high school, as well as the stadium in honor
of Dr. Crow. After discussion, Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman
Honeycutt to authorize Mayor Harden to forward a letter to the Pulaski County
School Board and make the suggestion official to name the new High School
stadium in honor of the late Dr. Jan w. Crow. Motion approved. by voice vote.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
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COUNCIL MEETING September 19, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, September 19, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Meeting was
called to order by Vice-Mayor Hill, presiding officer, and opening Prayer by
Alderman Honeycutt.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Alderman Hill serving as Vice-Mayor
in the absence of Mayor Harden. Present: 5, absent 1, Alderman Sorrells, a
quorum was declared. Also present were Vice-Mayor Hili, Clerk Avants,
Park & Recreation Director Dick Huck, and Ftre Chief Schmitt.
Copies of Minutes of regular meeting of September 5, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular meeti ng of August 8, and August 22nd
which were presented for study at t~e Regular Meet i ng of September 5, 1968, were
the next order of business, and after no corrections or additions were presented,
Vice-Mayor Hill declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Bids opened September 6, 1968 for aeration equipment to be used in the new
sewer lagoon, which will be constructed as part of the improvements to the
west sewer treatment facility, and is being partially funded by a Federal
Research and Development grant are as follows:
Dorr-Oliver Co.
McCallister Equipment Co.
$ 69,752,00 -with a deduction of
$ 2,100.00 provided the equipment is
purchased before September 18.
$65,981.00
After a letter from Marion L. Crist and Assoc. Inc., was presented recommending
that the contract for the aeration equipment be awarded to McCallister Equipment
Company, RESOLUTION 101-68 was introduced:
uRESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, THAT'
THE BID OF McCALLISTER EQUIPMENT COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,987.00 BEING THE
LOWEST _AND BEST BID RECEIVED, THEREFORE IS HEREBY ACCEPTED, etc.11
Alderman Curtis moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson that the Resolution be read,
Roll Call1 and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt, Alberson,
Lehman, Curtis and Hill. 5 ayes, no nays. Clerk; Avants rea~ Resolution in
its entirety. Alderman Lehman moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis to approve
and adopt Resolution #101-68. Roll Call and the following voted aye:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. 5 ayes, no nays,
RESOLUTION APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND given No. 101-68.
Awarding of the contract to the above company is subject to the approval
of the Federal Water Pollution Control Administration.
Frank Neely from Newton presented a request on behalf of Mrs. Twollie McGee
to locate a trailer on Goshen Street near the Johnson Park; explaining the owner
had purchaseA the mobile home before knowing of the rule adopted c9ncerning
placing trailers at new locations; that her neighbors are wllling for it to be
locatea there, and that he did no~ think it would conflict with the provisions
of the Bill of Assurance.
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After discussion, in which Alderman Alberson explained he had no personal
feeling in the matter, but in view of the fact that rules prohibiting the
placement of trailers at new locations is in effect, he saw no alternative but
to adhere to the rule and make no exception, which was generally the consensus of
the council. It was noted that four previous requests for location of mobile
homes at new locations have been denied, based on the existing rule.
Alderman Alberson moved that based on existing rules, the request to locate
a mobile home on Goshen Street by Mrs. Twollie McGee be denied, which was
seconded by Alderman Honeycutt. Motion approved by voice vote.
In Fire Department discussion, Fire Chief Schmitt submitted the following
recommendations for consideration and approval:
That all members attending fire drills receive $3.00 per drill.
That all members responding to still alarms receive $3.00 for each alarm.
That all members responding to general alarms and where 2t" hose lines
are laid receive $5.00 per alarm.
Alderman Alberson moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman that the above recommendations be
approved, effective October 1, 1968. Motion approved by voice vote.
Alderman Honeycutt moved, seconded by Alderman Curtis that dark brick be used
on the construction of the new fire station, which is the same color being used
on the new library project. Motion approved by voice vote.
A letter was read from Mrs. Murrell c. McCumber, Director of Fire Safety and
Truancy, Pulaski County Special School District, which stated in part:
"May we in Pulaski County School District thank you for the important help
given our Student Fire Marshals and their deputies at the Fire Marshals
Workshop at Camp Robinson by Chief Schmitt of the Jacksonville Fire Department. 11
"Chief Schmitt gave a most interesting talk and showed the students and adults
the most complete set of slides that I have ever seen on hazards to look for in
a school.•t
In Street Department discussion, Mr. Tommy Dupree presented petitions signed by
approximately 175 residents approving the James Street Extension to connect '~th the
proposed Industrial Drive where the service road loops under the viaduct adjacent to
Dupree Park, stating .that it would greatly benefit traffic through Eastview,
Keaton Addition and w. w. Keaton's Second Addition. He explained the new road
would open a new entry to the freeway as well as help the already overcrowded
entry and exit ramps at the freeway and 1-'Iain. He explained that some engineering and
much of the detail work have been completed and that they have secured pledges
for all but two parcels of land required for the necessary easements, one of
the parcels is city-owned at the edge of Dupree Park and the other owned by
Mr. Bob Wilcox. He explained that Industrial Drive, which will be the new
road from West Main and Redmond Road, adjacent to First Jacksonville Branch Bank and
behind lvarehouse row, which is to link up with the freeway service road where it
loops under the viaduct adjacent to Dupree Park, is now under construction by
the County, and it would be much better to build the other road now, while the
weather permits. He stated that Mr. Marion Ward, of the County Judge's office
indicated he was ready to begin work on the road as soon as all easements are
obtained.
Alderman Honeycutt stated he had talked with Mr. Wilcox by telephone, and that
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he seemed reluctant to sign an easement, as he felt the easement would take
all his high property and would not leave him any property by the railroad. He
also said that Mr. Wilcox indicated if he had some assurance of the completion
date that it might entice him more to give the easement. It was brought out that
a reverter clause is incorporated in the easement so that if the road is
not bu~lt, the property for the easement would revert to its owner.
It was explained that Mr. Wilcox owns approximately 18 acres in the area and the
amount required for the easement will be 1.4 acres.
Vice-Mayor Hill stated that attempts have been made by several interested
parties as well as Mayor Harden to communicate with Mr. Wilcox in regard
to this easement and all have proven unsuccessful.
lfter discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson that after
a period .of two weeks after proper correspondence with Mr. Wilcox and if
no agreement has been reached that Mayor Harden be authorized to start proper
procedure to exercise the city's power of eminent domain to obtain this easement.
After discussion, when Alderman Honeycutt stated he felt it best to table the
matter until an agreement can be reached, and Alderman Lehman stated that he
felt no official action should be taken in the Mayor's absence, Roll call:
And the following voted aye: Aldermen: Alberson and Hill and the following
voted na,y: Aldermen: Lehman, Honeycutt and Curtis. 2 ayes, 3 nays.
It was «ecided to call a special council me~ting for Thursday, September 26,
at 7:00P.M., to discuss the matter of S. James Street easement at which
time Mayor Harden can be present.
Park & Recreational Director Huck reported the Fall Recrea.tiona.l Program
will begin September 20 and that three new programs are being introduced.
The following bids for Library equipment were received:
All State Supply, Inc.
Remington Rand
Mitchell-Bowie School Eqpt.
John E. Sjostrom
Jaffee Seating Co.
Arkansas School Service, Inc.
Arkansas Stationery & Furniture
Steel Shelving
$ 10,537.22
8 ,409. 3.3
10,600.00
10,107.39
10,995.00
12,198.00
Wood Furniture
$ 8,205.76
6,628.87
6,952.00
5,824.00 (+tax)
5,.375.47
After ascertaining that Miss Sheppherd, of State Library Commission,
recommended that the purchases be made fron1 Remington-Rand: Alderman Honeycutt
moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman to purchase steel shelving at $8,409.33 and
wood furniture at $6,628.87 from Remington-Rand of Memphis, Tennessee.
Motion approved by voice vote.
A letter was read from Mrs. Pearl c. Crow expressing thanks for actions of
the Mayor and Council honoring her ·late husband, Dr. Jan Crow.
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September 19, 1968
It was reported that traffic signs are needed on Phillips Circle off
Marshall Road, and on Marshall Road and Vice-Mayor Hill stated that two
off duty policemen were working on making traffic signs and will take care
of the request when they are available. He also stated that he toured the city
with Mr. Waggoner of Ark. Power & Light Co. and that he was hopeful to receive
a group of new street lights very soon.
Mr. F'rank Neely pointed to a need for bus service to be nearer his
community of Newtown and it -was explained that Inter-City Bus Company
is the only bus service availab~., other than school busses.
It was also asked if King Street has been zoned commercially, as one of
the residents there wants to establish a barber shop. It was suggested
that the request be directed to the Planning Commission for consideration.
There being no further business to transact, it was 'moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: _________ _
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, September 26, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for a special meeting called by Vice-Mayor
Hill on September 19, 1968. Meeting was called to order by Mayor Harden,
presiding officer, and Prayer by Alderman Honeycutt.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Alder~men: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson and Honeycutt. Present: 5, absent:
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1, Alderman Sorrells. A quorum was declared. Also present were City Clerk Avants,
and City Attorney Rice.
Mayor Harden stated the purpose of the Spt!Cial Meeting was to discuss the
easements needed for the proposed extension from S. James and School Drive
to connect to the freeway serv~ce road where it loops under the viaduct
near Dupree Park, then connect on the other side with Industrial Drive.
t-layor Harden asked, and it was generally agreed by the council, that the
city will grant an easement 'of land from the Park property for this road, and
Hayor Harden read a letter sent to Mr. Wilcox on September 2L~ informing
him that a special council meeting had bl")en called for Thursday, September 26,
1968, at 7:30 P. M., and inviting him ·to attend this meeting which will
deal solely with the s. James Street extension. He asked that Mr. Wilcox
call him to discuss a solution to the problem, if he was unable to attend.
Mayor Harden reported he had bad no reply to the letter.
Alderman Honeycutt said that he called Mr. Wilcox but found that he was
out of town until Friday, and again stated that Mr. Wilcox indicated at
the o·ther talk he had w1 th him by telephone that he felt the road was
too near the railroad tracks, and that ~t would give him room for a spur
if it was moved back from the railroad, and that he felt it was the
only high land he had in the area.
Alderman Lehman emphasized that he was ready to proceed if it is definitely
known that the road will go all the way through and circle back into James
Street, that he would want assurance that the whole loop will be made,
as it would direct all the traffic to Sharp Street and Sharp Street now
carries enough traffic. It was pointed out that this portion is already
undex· construction, ha ving been surveyed from the freeway to Stone and
James Streets, that the road needs a bigger swing after leaving city park
property into the Wilcox property, and l'layor Harden concurred with
Alderman Lehman's suggestion.
Mayor Harden read a portion of letter sent by City Attorney Ric e to Mr.
Marion Ward, County Road Supt., which stated in part," Since there is a
move underway to extend S. James Street to the same point of intersection
with the freeway as is contemplated by Redmond Road, it would seem that
the logical thing to do would be to submit a request for both tie-ins
at the same time." "Undoubtedly your department has access to drafting
facilities and could prepare a sui tab1.e traffic flow plan to be submitted
to the Highway Department along with a request for a permH, to connect
to Hwy. 67 beneath the railroad overpass in Jacksonville.11
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Alderman Alberson said it seemed evident that either of two things
could be done: secure the easement, or failing there, resort to
condemnation proceedings and he reminded that when land is condemned
the price is set by the court.
Mayor Harden expressed the view that if Mr. Wilcox felt the easement
on his land is too close to the railraad, that the road could be re-routed
and curved and possibly make a better road, and stated he would work
with him any way possible to get the matter resolved.
Alderman Honeycutt suggested that action be deferred a week or two
as Mr. Wilcox is out of town and thi3 would give him time to respond to
the letter sent him by Mayor Harden. Mayor Harden again expressed
his willingness to try to resolve the matter without court action,·
~nd to try to come to some agreement with Mr. Wilcox.
After further discussion, Alderman Hill moved, seconded by Alderman Alberson
that after a period of two weeks have elapsed after proper correspondence
with M~. Wilcox and if no agreement has been reached that Mayor Harden
be authorized to start proper procedure for exercising the city's power
of eminent domain to obtain this easement, provided the city is assured the
whole road will be built and connected with the freeway service road, and
the following voted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Lehman, Curtis,, Alberson and
Honeycutt., and the following voted nay: None. 5 ayes, no nays. Motion
carried. It was noted that October 10 will be the deciding date.
Alderman Hill said he felt that no one would be hurt by this road,
that it is a part of the Master Str'eet Plan to extend S. James Street
and it is generally hoped that the matter can be concluded without
resorting to court action.
Alderman Honeycutt presented a request from Mr. Barnett Huff of
Marshall Road Baptist Church for a short street from the rear of
the church property to McArthur Drive, which is approXimately 200 feet,
and one drain tile across street at McArthur Road ditch. He explained
that all traffic from the church must flow into Marshall Road, and by
having this street, their traffic could go on McArthur Drive and help
eliminate a traffic problem on Marshall Road. It was generally ag~eed
that as soon as the street department can c·omplete work 'underway that
'tihis request will be taken care of.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
Approved: --------------------------John H. Harden, Mayor
COUNCIL MEETING
October 3, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursday, October 3, 1968,
at 1; 30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meet.i.ng. Meeting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and opening Prayer
by Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the follol.zing members were present as their names were called:
Alderman Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Present: 6,
absent: o, a quorum was declared. Also present were: Mayor Harden, Clerk Avants,
and Recreational Direct or, Dick }luck.
Copies of Minutes of Regular Meeting of September 19, and Special Meeting
of September 26, 1968, were presented for study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting .of September ,5j: 1968,
which were presented for study at the regular meeting of September 19th
were the next order of business and after no corrections or additions were
presented, Mayor Harden declared the Minutes approved as written and presented.
On Motion of Alderman Alberson, seconded by Alderman Hill and all members
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accounts payable in
the sum of $5,939.h0 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville
Water & Sewer Department. Mayor Harden commented that $35,000 will be
transferred from Revenue and Operating bank balance to a special fund to
apply on the payment o~ the city's portion of the West Sewer facility
improvements.
Alderman Hill moved, seconded by .. Alderman Curtis to authorize payment of
$5,630.55 to Marion Crist & Associates for engineering services on the
West Sewer facility i~provement project. Motion approved by voice vote.
In the discussion concerning furn~shing sewer to two trailers and 6 residences
on Carver Lane, Mayor Harden stated the owner of Jacksonville Trailer Court
agreed to permit the city to tie these units into his lift station located
at Jacksonville Trailer Court, providedt the city will maintain the lift
station and pay the electric bill, and that he felt this would be the
cheaper route to follow, and after discussion, Alderman Sorrells moved,
seconded by Alderman Lehman to authorize Mayor Harden to enter into an
agreement with Mr. Smith of Jacksonville Trailer Park that the city maintain
his lift station and pay his electric bill for the privilege of tieing .these
units on Carver !Jane into his lift station. Motion approved by voice vote.
In further discussion in Water Depart~ent, Mayor Harden reminded that
several items are under advisement: Valentine Road water line, West side
sewer plans on Harris Road and Newtown sewer plans, and that finding some
way to fund these projects is the big factor.
Police Department report for September reflected 329 cases brought before
Municipal Court, with total cash from fines, forfeitures and payments
on previous fines as $9,920.81.
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October 3, 1968
Fire Department report for September reflected response to 5 alarms with
estimated fire loss as $1,000.
Upon recommendation of Fire Chief Schmitt, Alderman Alberson moved,
seconded by Alderman Curtis to dismiss Dennis Tackett as a member of the
Volunteer Fire Department and to appoint Gene Winters, 1304 Stone Street,
as a member of the Volunteer Fire Department. Motion approved by voice
vote.
Mayor Harden stated he had had no report on the delivery of the new fire
trucks and that construction of the new fire station on Graham Road is
progressing. ·
In Street Department discussion, Mayor Harden reported considerable
difficulty in completing work on Vine Street, due to weather conditions
and obtaining a dozer, that it is hoped to complete the work there soon
and to move the work to Neely Street and Harris Road.
He explained that Northeastern Avenue has been prepared and that he
would like to use a penaprirneoil on it to hold it over the winter months,
he said the Penaprime oil had been recommended to him highly, that it
costs approximately 5¢ more per gallon than other oil, but he felt that
it would be best to use. He said it would be necessary to purchase a
5,000 gallon tank of the Penaprime oil, but that any left over from
11se on Nottheastern Ave. can be used elsewhere, and it was generally agreed
to purchase the 5,000 gallons of Pennaprime oil.
He said the major part of the street program is about complete, with the
exception of several small jobs that will be done, that Mr. Bond, engineer,
will check out the street for Marshall Road Baptist Church and the Street
Department will try to get it in before winter.
Upon recommendation of Planning Commission, Alderman Alh~rson mov~d,
seconded by Alderman Hill to approve the replat of Lots 6, 7 and 8 of
Camelot Estates, (copies of the replat and 1 copy of the Bill of Assurance
furnished the Planning Commission). Motion approved by voice vote.
It was explained that Camelot Estates is North of Bart Gray and Morris Justice
Subdivision, across Jack's Bayou, near Coffelt Ranch and Col. Kahnert is
developer.
Mayor Harden stated the Chairman of the Planning Commission reported that
new zoning maps and ordinances will be presented in the next few weeks.
Dick Huck,Recreational Director, presented a report for an emergency
financial assistance appropriation for the Department of Parks and Recreation
which stated the reasons and contributing factors for the request:
(1) In planning the budget the Commission did not foresee an overwhelming
participation in the program of activities, nor the overwhelming utilization
of the park grounds, (2) vandalism played a part in the financial problem,
a total of $803.00 of property and equipment was destroyed by acts of vandals
in the Parks, (3) athletic program cost $1,97h.68 more than planned expenses,
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October 3, 1968
(h) cost of maintenance of the Park grounds were also greater, etc.
"The Commission deeply feels that the Park and Recreation Department has
become a great asset to the community because of the service and recreational
prograllt and areas it provides for the citizens of Jacksonville." "The
Department of Parks and Recreation is requesting $7,655.00 for the
remaining four months of 1968,11 and attached a breakdown of the expenditures
and account balance of August 31, 1968.11
After discussion in which Alderman Hill requested Mr. Huck to check on the
baseball field lights left burning at night, and Mayor Harden recommending
that if funds can be made available to appropriate $7,655.00 for the
Psrk & Recreation Commission for the balance of 1968. Alderman Alberson
moved, seconded by Alderman Lehman to authorize appropriation of $7,655.00
if funds are available, to Park & Recreation Commission for the balance
of 1968. Motion approved by voice vote.
Ambulance report for September reflected receipts and bank balance as
$7 52.23 and disbursements as $671.52 with bank balance as of September 30,
as $80.71.
Mayor Harden discussed the city industrial property acquired from Controls Co.
of America and pointed ,~~ out that only eleven months remain of the lease
with Controls Company, when the c:i.ty will take the property for control,
and pointed out the city desperately needs to make plans for the property
now. He added the JIDC had offered to do this for the city.
He said the JIDC is composed of 20 business men, and that a 5 man committee
had been appointed to work and study this property. He mentioned that he
is a member of the committee, that Dr. Johnson is president, and the other
members are: Bart Gray, James Canfield and Harold Gwatney. He said this
committee will talk to industries, prepare leases for renting or sale,
and act in this capacity for the city, and stressed that the Council
will have final approval on any matters and can exercise any amount of
control they desire. After discussion, Alderman Alberson moved, seconded
by Alderman Honeycutt to approve the 5 man committee appointed to handle
the ci.ty's industrial property with the stipulation that the council
;will have final approval on any matters pertaining to the property.
Motion a~proved by voice vote. Mayor Harden mentioned that a balance
of on l y $9,000 is set up as a fund for repairs to the buildings, but he
felt city equipment can be used to help clean up the buildings so that
they will be more presentable.
Mayor Harden remarked that when the buildings are cleaned up·; he would like
to designate one as a bomb shelter and storage, as the buildings have been
designated as a bomb shelter area by Civil Defense.
There being no further business to transact, it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: H Harden, Mayor John •
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COUNCIL MEETING ·
October 17, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met-Thursday, October 17, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building for the regular meeting. Me~ting was
called to order by Mayor Harden, presiding officer, and Prayer by
Alderman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the following members were present as their names were called:
Aldermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill.
Present: 6, absent : 0, a ,quorum was declared. Also present were Mayor
Harden, Clerk Avants, Municipal Judge Williamson, Fir~ Chief Schmitt,
and City Attorney Rice.
Minutes of regula.r Council Meeting of October 3, 1968, were presented for
study and later approval.
Corrections or additions to Minutes of Regular Meeting of September 19 and
Special Meeting of Sept~mher 26, 1968, which were presented for study at
Regular Meeting of October 3, 1968, were the next order of business and
after no corrections or additions were presented, Mayor Harden declartJd
the Minutes approved as written and presented.
Municipal Judge \villiamson presented a request asking that consideration be
given to adopting an ordinance to require pool halls operating in the city
on Sunday be closed. He stated they are drawing attention of the youth
from observing the Sabbath and more or less harbor a nuisance. After discussion,
in which Aldermen Sorrels and Honeycutt expressed their appreciation to
Judge Williamson for calling this matter to the attention of the council,
it was generally decided that the city attorney be asked to dra:ft an ordinance
to control the time of operation, etc., of pool halls within the city and
that it contain a penalty clause.
On Motion of Alderman Sorrells, seconded by Alderman Hill and all members ,
voting in the affirmative that bank balances, current accoun·ts payable in
the sum of $5,236.75 be accepted and approved for payment for Jacksonville
Water and Sewer Department.
Mayor Harden read a letter from James M. Hall, contracting officer,
Department of the Air Force, LRAFB, which stated in part (1) "The Air Force
desires to amend subject contract or negotiate a new contract to increase
our present maximum daily demand to 2.8.3 million gallons of water." "In
our negotiation conference 14 Oct. 1966, it was stated the city would
expand the existing line to provide for this usage at no cost to t}).e
government." {2) "We would appreciate your giving us a date when it would
be convenient for representatives of the Air Force to discuss the matter."
Mayor Harden commented that he would try to arrange a meeting with them to
di s cuss this matter.
Mayor Harden reported that bids were received and opened October 9 on
sewerage improvements at West Sewer facility as follows:
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Carter Construction Co., Inc.
Worth .Tames Construction Co.
Bernard Nabholz Company
North Side Construction Co.
Richardson Construction Co.
(The low bid from \vorth James Canst. Co.)
Compacted fill yd.
Class "A" Concrete yd.
Class "B" Concrete
Reinforcing steel
Class 150, Cast or Ductile
Iron Force Main, 18 in. ft.
Gravel for access drive yd. in place
Gravel Subgrade
$
$
79,200.00
61~,559.60
71,652.00
117,174.15
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86,900.00
.70
130,00
45.00
.25
12.19
5.00
5.00
A letter was presented from Marion L. Crist and Associates, Inc. Consulting
Engineers, which stated in part: "It is our recommendation that a contract.
be awarded to the Worth James Construction Co. on the basis of their low
bid of $64,559.60. If you concur in this recommendation, please provide
us with, a resolution."
11 A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO WORTH JAMES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY,
IN THE AMOVNT OF $64,559.60, being the LOWEST BID RECEIVED FOR SEWERAGE
IMPROVEMENTS, etc. was presented. Alderman Hill moved, seconded by
Aldennan Curtis that the Resolution be read. Roll Call and all members
elected to the Council voted aye, with no negative vote case, whereupon
Mayor Harden read the Resolution in its entirety. Alderman Sorrells
moved, seconded by Alderman Honeycutt that the Resolution be approved
and adopted, Roll Call: and the following voted aye: Aldermen: Honeycutt,
Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis and Hill, and the following voted nay:
none. RESOLUTION APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 102-68. A provision
of the Resolution is that awarding of said contract to said Company is
subject to the approval of the Federal Water Pollution Control Administration.
A letter was rea.d from A. :lt. Sacrey, Jr., Project Consultant of Arkansas
Pollution Control Commission, in regard to sewage collection system SE
Jacksonville, which stated in part: '~e have reviewed the preliminary
engineering report for the above referenced project; it appears that a
small portion of this work would be eligible for a PL660 grant however
we could not offer the city any assistance on this work due to our grant
allotment being fully committed to higher priority projects."
Mayor Harden explained that the preliminary engineering report conducted
by Bond Consulting Engineers, had been placed with Arkansas Pollution
Control Commission to ascertain if a federal matching grant could be obtained
and that the above letter is in answer to the request. Mayor Harden and
Council Members asked the ci.tizens wanting the sewer lines not to be discouraged
that the study will be kept and sometime at a later date when it can be
determined the amount citizens can contribute to the cost of the project,
as well as the city and whatever can be obtained as a federal grant,
that possibly the project could be begun.
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Mayor Hard~n reported that uniform gas rates for Jacksonville may soon
be a possibility, indicating that officials at Atkansas Louisiana Gas Co
are talking favorably and that he hoped to have a letter regarding this
matter to present at next council meeting. He expalined that most of
the East side of Jacksonville will be involved in the rate reduction.
Alderman Hill reported that Police Chief Traylor had talked to him
concerning the crowded situation at the city jail, especially on weekends
and asked that consideration be given to enlarging the cell area, as the
female prisoners need privacy, etc. After discussion, it was suggested
that this matter be included when preparing the 1969 Budget.
In the Fire Department discussion, it was announced the two new .f:i.re
trucks have arrlved and Mr. Wilson, represent a tive of Hou-r Fire Arparatus
Co., of Anderson, Indiana, was present to furnish any information relative
to the trucks. Mr. Wilson stated the trucks are t1ofu of the neV>rest trucks
in Arkansas, are well-equipped and should last for many yca:rs. He explain.-d
that the State of Arkansas averages about 22 to 25 fire trucks per year,
and that the average peice of equipment usually stays in service about
20 to 30 years.' Nayor Harden emphasized that at least one o.f the new
trucks will be stationed at the new East Side Fire Station on Graham
Road.
Mayor Harden stated the clty may have a deficit of funds in the Fire
Construction account since it will be necessary to expend more money than
was anticipa-ted on the new fire station and the two new trucks.
He appointed the following budget committee to review the clty's financ~s
and make recommendations for obtaining additional revenue for the
1969 budget: Aldermen: Hill, Honeycutt and Alberson, with Alderman
Hill as Chairman. He mentioned the privilege tax ordinance, plumbing
and building permit fees should be reviewed.
Fire Chief Schmitt asked for clarification in regard to accepting out
of city fire deposits, stating it is his understanding that the nominal
charge is $50 per unit as a deposit. Mayor Harden stated Pine Meadow
Mobil Homes had contacted him for fire protection and inasmuch as all
the units were closely grouped, he agreed to accept $200.00 as a
deposit.
In Street Department discussion, Mayor Harden stated some progress is
being made, that some driveways have been replaced, that it is undetermined
if Vine Street will be asphalt~d this year, since the roadbed will have
to lay to become stabilized, that oil has been placed on Northeastern
Ave. Mayor Harden disc11ssed with the Council, and it was generally agreed,
that if money is available this year, to widen Linda Street to a 4 lane
street 1•rith curb and gutter which will assist the school busses serving
the new Jacksonville High School, as well as in parking area.
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October 17, 1968
A proposed lease, exclusive of the property description, was presented
for the property of the Boy~scClub building; and Mayor Harden added
that he thoughtin addition to the property description being included,
that it be agreed the lessee has the right of approval or disapproval
of the building when drawn b y the architect.
Alderman Hill, Chairman of Boy's Club building Committee, presented
Benje Traylor, President of the Boy's Club, who stated that the Committee,
after due consideration, had decided to ask permission of the Council
to relocate the Boy's Club building site to the rear of the property,
rather than adjacent to the Fire Station on the front of the lot as was
originally planned. The building will be approximately 80 x 150 and
will be at South end of Captain Street with front facing Graham Road.
It was felt by locating the building at the rear of the lot that
it would help keep children away from the Fire Station and Graham Road,
and that it would be easier to supervise all activities as they would
be in front of the building. After discussion in which it was decided
that the exact dimensions that will be required be obtained before
completing the lease, Alderman Sorrells moved, seconded by Alderman
Honeycutt, that the Council go on record as favoring the Boy's Club
re-locating their building to the back of the property located on
Graham Road. Motion approved by voice vote,
The Council was thanked by members of the Boy's Club Committee for their
consideration in the relocation of the building, and assured that the
archi teet will ~rork with the city as to type of building, etc, Mayor
Harden suggested that members of the Boy's Club be allowed to name the
road which wfll lead to the building.
Mayor Harden welcomed Mrs. Honeycutt and Mr. Ray Hastings as visitors
to the Council meeting and invited them to ·return.
There being no further business t.o transact, it was moved to adjourn.
APPROVED: h H I1arden, Mayor Jo n •
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COUNCIL MEETING
Nevember 7, 1968
The City Ceuncil ef the City ef Jacksenville met Thursday, Nevember 7, 1968,
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Building fer the regular meeting. Meeting was
called te order by Mayer Harden, presidil!lg effieer, and epening Prayer by
Alderman Serrelle. .
On Rell Call the fellewing members were present as thei~ names were called:
Aldermen: Honeyeutt, Serrells, Albersen, Lehman, Curtis and Hill. Present:
6, absent: o, a querum was declared. Alse present were Ma1er HardeR, Clerk
Avantl!l, City Atterne1 Riee, James Pace ef Plataning Cemmissien, Benje Trayler,
President ef Bey's Club, Base Fire Chief Heward Dunn and Police Chief Trayler.
' Cepias ef Mimutes ef Regular meeting ef Octeb•r 17, 1968, were presented fer
study and later appreval.
Cerrectien11 er additiens te Minutes ef H.egular Meeting ftf October 3, 1968,
which were presented at regular meeting ef Octeber 17th ~were the next
erder ef business, and after ne cerrectiens er additiens were presented,
Mayor _H~rden declared the Minutes appreved as written and presented.
' ' On Metien of Alderman Serrel ls, secended by Alderman H(llney~utt, a11d all
members voting in the affirmative, that bank balances , current a.cceunts ;
payable in the !lum ef $9,924.28 be accepted and appreved for payment fer '
Jacksonville Water and Sewer Department.
In Water Department discussien, Mayer Harden reperted that the 1968 audit
fer Jacks ,nville Water & Sewer Department is umderway, inasmuch as their
fiscal year ends Nevember 30, 19.68. '
Pelice Department repert fer Octeber reflects 407 cases breught befere the
Municipal Ceurt ilRd tetal cash frem fines, ferfeitures, etc., as .~11,824.03.
Additien ef new cells, er building a new jail was discu~6ed and it was ·
decided this matter will be deferred pending passage ef 1969 budget.
·Mayer Harden anneuneed that members ef the Military Affkire Cemmittee
ef the Jacksenville Chamber ef Cemmerce are speneering a reeeptien and
dinner at the LRAFB Officer's Club henering members ef the Jacksenville
Peliee, Auxilliary Pelico and Air Pelie~11 and their wives, Wednesd.ay,
Nevember 13th. ·
Fire Department repert fer Octeber reflects reepenee te 11 alarma with
estimated fire lees as $4,300.00. This less represents a ·fire at a residence
en West Main and Bailey streets. Mayer Harden reperted ~hat Fire Chief Schmitt
has submitted several names new en the eli~ible list al firefighter• t• the
Civil Serviee Cemmissien fer endersement and will prebabiy hire twe er three
empleyeee te train fer duty at the new fire statien, em N•vember 15th.
Mayer Harden reperted tnat'werk·is pregreseing en the new fire statien,
and that the wall• are practically up.
In Street De p artment diseuesien, Mayer Harden reperted it had been
decided cap Vine Street freT James te Jeff Davis Street, but te leave · eff
blaektepping ene leng bleck frem Jeff Davis te Hespital in erder that the
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readbed may stabilize. He reperted that Carver Lane has been blacktepped
and that several heles in the streets have been patched.
It was reperted that ne reeemmendatiene were received frem the Planning
Cemmissien, and that the Planning Cemmiuien has nearly cempleted the new
zening erdinan0e which may be presented at next ceuncil meeting.
Under general discussien, Mayer Harden reperted the Library eenstructien
ie pregressing well and it is hepea the building will be cemplete fer
ded.ieatien by December 1.5th. He alae stated the Garden Clubs ha ve asked
te landscape the greunds ef tke new building, and that tble arehitect
has been asked te draw a landscape plan fer them te fell•~·
Ambulanee repert fer Octeber reflected receipts and bank balance as
$701.74, with disbursemen.ta a.$.507.64 wit111 balance Octeber 31 as $194.10
and uncollected aoceunte as-~n.59 • .50.
An agreement ef Lease between City ef Jacksenville as Lesser and
B0y 1 s Club ef Jacksenville,1 as Lessee, was presented which centains the
fellewing previeiens:
"Lesser is .wner ef the fellewing described preperty and the parties
herete desire te enter inte a lease agreement with re~pect to said preperty
upen terms and previsiens herein provided fer:
Part ef Hickman-MeCennel Subdivision, J~4lk:senville, Arkansas described
as fellewa:
Beginning at the SW Cer. ef 1Let 74, thenee N 108 -00 1 West alen~ the
West liRe ef Lets 74-73-72 and 71 a distance ef 200.0 feet; thence Nerth
80° -00' East 3)0.0 feet te a peint eri the East Line ef Let 84; thence
SeutM 10!-00' East aleng the East line ef Lets 84, 83, 82 and 81
a distance •f 218.83 feet ''te the SE Cer. of Let 81; thence l!!l•uth. . _,
80 -00 1 West 130 feet te the SW Cer ef Let 81; thence Nerth 79 8 22•
West .53.4 feet te the SE Cer, ef Let 74; thence Seuth 80 8 -00' West
150.0 feet te the peint ef beginning."
1. Lesser d.ees hereby lease, let and demise te Lessee the abeve described
lands ana all imprevements situated thereen.
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2. Term ef this lease shall be fer a peried ef Fifty (.50) years frem the date
ef this instrument, and Lessee shall have the sele and exclusive eptien te
renew saii lease en term• te be agreed upen by the parties.
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). As rent fer the leased premises Lessee shall pay te teaser tae
sum ef $.50.00 payable in yearly installments ef $1.00.
4. It is und.erst .. d and agreed that the Lessee ceRtemplates uming the
premises fer the purpese ·ef censtructing and. eperating a Boy's Club anC!l that
the preperty will be use• s~lely fer such purpose •
.5. Lessee hereby ceven~ts that the premises shall be used enly fer lawful
purpeses an.d shall net be useti in such a manner as te create a public nuisance,
aDd Lessee ebligates itself fer the maintenanee ef aAy imprevements erect~d
en the premises.
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6. In event a Bey's Club building is net censtructed. Withi• Five (5)
years frem the date hereef, this 'leaae is autematically terminated and Les~er
shall have the ri!ht te immediate p•sseesi•n ef the P,remi!es. Further this
lftase a~eernent shall net be assigned, seld n•r shall there be any sublease
a!reement entered inte by the Lessee witheut the prier written censant ef the
Lesser. After ciiscussien, Alderman Albers•n rnevsd, secended. by AliermaR Lerunan
that Mayer Harden, •n behalf ef the · city, be autherized te execute the leas•
agreement with itl!l aferernentiened previeiens, with the Bey's Club.
Rell Call: and the fell•wimg veted aye: Aldermen: Hill, Curtia, Lehman,
Albereen, Serrells and Heneycutt, and the fellewimg veted nay: Nem•·
6 ayes, ne nays, M•tien carried.
It waa generally deeid.ecf'tha.t the B•y' s Cl1:1b "¢.11 cend.uct a eemtest f•r natning
ff the street which will': leaS. by the Fire Stati•n t• tlile ··prepeeed. Bey's Club
buildin!, anti a.fter the preliminary ef selecting fiYe name winners, that
they be presantei te the ceuncil f•r final appr•val.
A letter was presented frem Mrs• Murrell c. McCumber~ Direet•r •f Fire
& Safety, Puiaaki Ccnunty Special Solaeel District which etateti in part:
11 I weuld like t• put int• writing •ur c•nveraati•n ef yesterday in y•ur
effice regarding the annexin~ •f the area, tae 10 aeres, that •ur
new elementary acheel wa~ built en at 798 Arneld DriYe, •n the Little R•ek
Air F•roe Base."
11 By am~exing this area t • the City Limits •f J a.cksenvi lle, awul by
leQati~ a fire hydrant •n the water main ·that is lecatei acr•ss the . ·
str,eet .t:rem the .. scheel running parallel t• Arneld. Drive, this weula
chaJt!e the immranee classifioati•n 'rrem Class 9, that we bl:aYe new ti
Class 6, the elassificati•n that Jackseriville •m•w ha:s. This weuld alse
give the soh••l legal fire pretectien.'· Then if the Air·Base ceuld censid.er
the seheel as -part •f their·' ar;a, this w•ulci give 'an additi•na.l break in •ur
insuranee rates, beo ,ause it weuld give us a Class 5 rate.""
After discussi•n in which it was determined that LRAFB Fire Chief ·Dunn
een~urred ~ th this request,' anti tha-t LRAFB will be inv•lvea: in t:ile
matter ef :this at:mexatien, it was decided te eentact the Base C•mmaruier ·
fer appreval ef ·this preperty f•r a.nnexatien, and alse te seek the
c.unty Judge's a.ppreval. '
Alderman Hill m•ved, secendea by Alderman Albereen te auth•rize Mayer
Hartien te prece~t<i with th~ ·annexati•n •f the a.beYe msntiened ten acres,
if it meets wi tn the appreval •f LRAFB Cemmand.er. Metitm appreveti by
veice -yete.
11 AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF BILLaRD PARLORS, POOL HALLS
AND SNOOKER PARLORS WITHIN THE CITY. OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; DECLARING
AN .EMERGENCY TO EXIST ANT:> FOR OTHER .PVRPOSES", was preeented.
Alderman Serrelle m•ved, secended. by Al&erman Albersen that the Ordinance be
plaeea enFIRST READING. Rell Call:. and the f•llewing veted a.~:
Alaermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Albers•n, S•rrells and Heneycutt, a~
the fellewin~ veted. aay: Nel'le. Six !Ye~, J\• Ra1B, M•tien appr•vei anci
ORDINANCE reaci 'fer FIRST TIME by May!x:' ~~:r;-d~il .•
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Alderman Serrells meveci, secended by Alderman Curtis that the ORDINANCE
be aecepteci en FIRST READING. Rell Call: ana the fellewing veteci aye:
Aldermen: Heneyeutt, S•rrells, Albera•n, Lehman, Curtis and Hill.
Metien appreveci.
It was n•teci in Secti•n 4. ef the OrdiRance that Res•lutien appeared,
twice, Alderman Aibersen meved, sec•na.eci by. Alderman Curtis t. strike the
We rd. RESOLUTION as used in the Ordinance, ami te aid tn,e werti ORDINANCE
in ita plaee. 'Reli Call: ana the fell•wing veted aye: Aldermen: 'curtis,
Hill, Lehman, Serrells, .Alberson anci Heneyeutt. M•tie:n1. earri~ci anci
ORDINANCE ACCEPTED ON .FIRST .REiDING. . .
Alderman Hill meved, secen(!ied by Alderman Serrelb te suspend the rules ami
place ORDINANCE en SECOND 'READING. Rell Call: and the fellewing veted aye:
Aldermen: Albersen, Hill;'Heneycutt anti Serrells, Lehman and Curtis.
Metien received 6 affirmative and ne negative vetes, whereupen Mayer
Harden read the Ordinance fer SECOND TIME.
Alderman Hill Meved, secended by Alderaan Heneycutt te further suspend the
rules anal plaee Ord.inanee en THIRD AND FINAL READING. }tell Call: ana the
fellewing vetedl aye: Aldermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Albersen, Serrelll!l
and. He11eycutt. Metien receiveti six affirmative vetes anGl ne negative vetes,
wnereupe~ Mayer Harden reai the Orainance fer THIRD AND FINAL TIME. Alderman Hill
meved, auuo:endeti by Altierman Alber1en that the Ordinance be appreveti ,and. ad.eptetl.
Rell Call: ana the fellewing vete4i aye: Aldermen: Hen.eyoutt, Serrels, Alherl!!en,
Lehman, Curtis ani Hill, 6 ayes, me na~s. -
Alderman Albereen .m•vea, secende~ by Alderman Curtis that the EMERGENCY CLAUSE
be appreYed anu ,aa•ptec. Rell Ca~l: ana the fellewing veted aye: Alaermen:
Hill, CUrtis,, Lehman, Alber11en, Serrells anel Heneycutt. ORDI NANCE AND
EMERGENCY . CLAUSE APPROVED AND ADOPTED this the 7th day ef N•vember, 1968, and
numbered _2 0 7. Mayer HarcieJ!l requesteti ·that oepies ef ' thill Oraiinance be
elivered te eperaters ,•f 'Peel Ha l ls by the Felice Department in persen.
Discuseien en selling anll lhoeting ef firewerka i:aa the city ef Jaoksenville
fellewed .and Aldeman Alb~rsen -meveti, secencieti by Alderman .Curti3 te instruct
tne City Att•rney te draft an Ordinanue prehibiting the sale and. sheeting
ef firew•rkl!l within the city ef Jacksenville fer presenta.tien at next ceuncil
meetin~. Netien appr•ved. by veice vete.
Mayer Harden intre~ucec Mr. Deug Smith, alderman-elect te the ceuncil,
e, Wlhil ~ake effice January 1, 1969. -<!'. (kn'V-I;r J/ · · '--Lt · · d I / L ). c;;_._~!,_C,(C~~t~ 'rY\"-'lltlft ")1\)V 1 -J i(6 r!!J!~/;-/r /{/IIJ•t (O•I'I'/A'/'Wt,. nf • ._..,._,. V ,:.< ,•v 7
There beint n• further business te transact, it was mevefi te Q.djeurn.
APPROVED:
-rJ e"""'h-n--'lrlH-• ..,H~a-r:-:dr-e-n-, ,M7"a_y_e-:-r
.erk
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Nevember 7, 1968
Centinued
Mr. Jim Thr•~•rten, resi•ing in Plummer Adclitien, near Blair Drive,
cemplained that a preperty ewner hae placed items in Blair Drive,
blecking it a~ that he eannet gain access te his preperty. It was
•etermine« that Blair Drive is a dedicated street, abuttin~ Chapel
Hill Cemetery, and that it ham never been clesed. City Atterney
Rioe stated that the individual is iR vielatien •f bleckiag a 0ity
street, as well as in vielatien ef the Bill ef Aamuranee.
After iiscussien, Alderman Hill meved, seeenaed by Alderman Albereen
te inetruot the City Atterney te iftatitute preceedings en behalf ef the
city t• vacate an• clear any blecking ef Blair Street ia Plummer Additien.
Metien appreved by veiee vete.
Mayer Hardell reperted Arkansas Leuisia.na Gas Ce. is having a 1tudy made
ef the. ga.s rates in East Jacks enville frem Stevensen Street en threugh
and that he will be netified when seme determinatien is made.
Alderman Hill, Chairman •f Bud~et Cemmittee, reperted the eemmittee
met and tiacussed several likely seurces •f in~eme, that seme budget
in!ermatien has been received an~ the cemmittee will meet again seen
te di1ettse thia matter.
Mayer Harden anneunced the Municipal League Cenventi•n will be held
Nevember 16-17 in Het Springs and ur~ed all te attend. He mentienea
he will attend a meetin~ •f Natienal Lea!Ue ef Cities in New Orleans
en December 7th and 8th.
There bein~ n• further busines• te ~aaeaet, it was meTed te acjeurn.
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COIDJCIL MEETING
November 21, 1968
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville met Thursiay, November 21, 1968
at 7:30 P. M., at Municipal Builtlint; for the re~br meetin~. Meetin~ was
callei to ortler by Mayor Hartlen, presitlin~ officer, ana openin~ Prayer &y
Alierman Sorrells.
On Roll Call the followin« members were present as their names were calletl:
Altlermen~ Honeycutt, ·Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis antl Hill.
Present: 6., Absent:O, a quorum was tleclaretl. Also present were:
Mayor Hartlen, Clerk Avants, City Attorney Rice, Diok Huck, Park & Recreatio~
Director ani Fire Chief Schmitt.
Copiee of Minutes of Rerular Meetin~ of Novemher 7 were presentetl :fmr stutly
antl later approval. · ·
Corrections or atlaitions to Minutes of re~lar meetint; of Octooer 17th, 1968,
which were presentetl at re,ular meetin' of November 7th were the next ortler
of ousines• antl aft~r no corrections or atliitions were presente. Mayor Hartlen
tleclaretl the Mb.utee approTetl . as written ani presentetl. · ·
On Motion of Altlerman Alb erson, mecontletl by Altl~rman Hill antl all member•
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votint; in the affirmative, that bank balances, current accounts payable i"R
the sum of $3,216.12 antl Reserve Bontl payments iD the sum of $17,086.93
be acceptet antl approvei for payment for Jacksonville Water &"Sewer Department.
' Mayor Harien reportetl that property owners in North Jacksonville 'hatl atlviseG.
they will remit their costs of layint; a 1ewer line from the Butl Bostic
property across Latta's property, in which it was a~reetl that the city
will lay a sewer line from the manhole in front of Dr. Durham's resitlence
to Bue Bostic property antl it .is hopei to ~et that part of the line startetl
soon. He also statetl the city will lay a water line to the new High Sphool
builiimt;.
A letter was pre'eentei from Col. Zumwalt, Coinmantler LRAFR, atlfiresl!!lei to
Mrs. Murrell C. McCummer which etatetl in part:
"I feel that the annexation as proposetl ~Jl your letter is not a
prerequisite to proviiin~ fire protectio[l for the Base Elementary School
'by the Base Fire Department, ani such protection will be proviiei.11
"I Jiavt ii•Ci\•i'talll iRformatiom from Chid' Dunn, Chief of the Base Fire
:Department, tllat he has comtaetetl the Fire Insurance Ratin« Bureau
ani was informei that in. light of the oase proviiimt; fire protection the
ratia~ hai lDeen chant;ei to "Class 5". ·
Ill view of the a~ove information it .was tlecitlei that it is not necessary
or imperatiTe f~r the city to .consitler annexation of this property, ae natl .
•een requeetei.· ·
Mayor Hariert i11lt~otlucei Mr. Bill Taylor who has been recently .einployetl in
the position of office mana~er. Mayor Hartlen remarketl that _Mr, Taylor
recently retiretl from the Air Force, after 20 years of service "iri an
aiministrative capacity, ani explainetl that hi8 tluties will include
approval of builain~ permit applications ~ etc.
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November 21, 1968
I~ Police Department 4iecus•ion, it wae reporte4 that Carolyn S. Harrison
has eeen employe4 as ra4io operator-matron, replaciR~ Jeneieve Shepper4,
resi~me4, an4 that Donald Fox, patrolman, presente4 his resignation
effective Novem'Der 15, 1968.
In Fire Department 4bcussion, Fire Chief Schmitt reporte4 that Gene Winters
an4 _Lynn Sample have been employed as firemen an4 are now in a trainin~
pro~ram six 4ays _per week.
It was reporte4 that construction on the new E. Fire Station on Graham
Roa4 is progressi~g slowly due to a aelay cause4 by strikes.
In Street Department 4i:scusaion, Mayor Har4en report•• purcha11e -.of a
Grant-Vac truck loa4er (for picking up leave11) an4 presente4 a blroch\U'ttl~
outlining the use of the machine. He state« this equipment wili'ae a
goo« service to the citizens to help in the •il!lposal of leaves~-:
Mayor Harien reporte4 there is some -.1s~atisfaction in the quality of
work recently aoae by the uphalting company on the streets~ ani ,that
some spots will require re-iloin~, an• that the asphalt is spreac'too thia
iR places, an4 that he will 'De · in contact with the company regar41rig this
matter.
A letter, a4iresse• to L. A. Duke, Supt. Western Region, Woo4lanjs, Dept.
Cam•en, Arkansas, from Mayor Haraen was presente4 which relate• to the
sullject of propose4 street an• laria_ge to their property. Mayor Har•em
aske• that the council consiaer the proposal, an4 if acceptable; the letter
will be mailea. He explain.e4 thil!' ie a propose4 agreement ma4e with an
industry 4iesirin~ to locate in Jacksonville. ·
In Plannin~ Commission tiiscuss~on, it was reporte• the Commission met on
Sunaay to work pn the zonin~ or4inanee so that it can be presente4 soon.
Mr. Pace of the Planming Commission reporte4 they w ill work a,;ain Suntiay
in the hope of finalizin,; the or•inance for presentation withi~ the next
two to four weeks.
Mr. Lowery, resiein~ in E•~ewooa Subtiivision, pre!entea an amenement to the
Bill of Assurane!e for Etigewoo4 Subdivision bearin~ signatures of over 51% of
property owners resi4in,; in the subtiivision to prevent any future construction
of auplex euil•imgs o~ commercial zoning within the area.
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Mayor Har4en explaineti that the Bill of As~~r.nce for E4gewqoti Sub•ivision
has been amen••• three times an• un4er the pre~ent &ill of ~esurance tRat
construction of •uplex tiwellin~s is permissable an• that a blifl.:iit~ permit
was issue• for construction of a •uplex at Hospital an4 Bra4en etr~ets, an4
constructiom has me~. He explaine4 the Bill of Assurance ''for Ec~ewoo4
sub4ivision was file• in 1954, amen•e• in 1959, 1962 an• 1963.
Mr. Lowery stateti that Mr. Boyce Moore, attorney, who is a property owner
in the area, ha• assiste• them in this matter eut emphasize• that he ha• not
oeen retaine4 as counsel by them.
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NoTemaer 21, 1968
It wam ascertainea tha Mr. T. Pw White, Chairmaa of the Plannin~ Commission
haa been apprisea of this matter oRly toaay ana it was felt the Plannin~
Commission shoula haYa aaaitional time to stuay this matter. After aisoussion
wheR it was not aefinitely eetablishea that the amen«ment aearin« si~ature•
of 51% of the property owners haa been filea at the courthouse, it was eu~~estea
that Mr. Moore ana Mr. Lowery contact Mr. White of the Plannin« Commissiom
ana that the Planni•~ Commission su&mit its reeornmenaation to the council.
Mayor Haraen assurea the ~roup that no further Duilain~ permits will De
issue« for the area until this matter is settlea.
Diek Huck, Park & Recreational Director, ~ave a brief report or their
uti vi ties towara lana acquisition, ana explainea that feaeral ~ra.nts for
h .na acquisition up to 50% can be obtained. for ruyin~ open spaces for
future aevelopme.nt. · '
Mayor Haraen aiecussea the amount requestea from Jacksonville ay Metroplaa
as 1969 aues ana remarkea that the ori~inal amount set for Jacksonville is
$3,500.00, that consiaerable increases have been set for Little Rock ana
North Little Rock, ana at the present time the two cities are aeaalockea as
to whether to remaim as members of Metroplan. He explainea that if either
city witharew from Metroplan, that its fate will be jeoparaizea aue to the
fact they must represent 90% of the populace, ana mentionea that as an
alternative, all the cities involvea ooula form a Council of GoTernmenta.
He also pointea out that as it now stanas, Metroplan must approve all
applications for feaeral ~ante ••fore they will be consiaerea, thus
creatiR~ a ailemma for cities, as they mumt have this approval to qualify
for a feaeral .~r~nt.
Mayor Haraen announeea it haa been hopea to cietiicate the new library buila!J:t!;
on December 15th, but aue to late aelivery of ca~et ana metal ah.elvin~,
an« final movin~ of the library from Municipal Builtiin~ to the new auilain~,
that he felt it woula be set in late January or Fe•ruary, 1969. He mentionea
the ieiication will "Be bela on a Sunaay ana that Col'lt;ressman Wilbur Mills
will be askea to conauct the «eaication.
Alaerman Hill, Chairman of the Bua«et Committee, reportea the committee baa
met once an• will meet a~ain soon for aiseussion of the 1969 ~~a~et.
11 AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE SALE AND SHOOTING OF FIREWORKS WITHIN THE CITY
LIMITS .OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; DECLARING .AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES" waa introaucea.
Alaerman Hill movea, seconaea by Alierman Sorrells that the Oriinance ••
placea on FIRST READING. Roll Call: ana the followin~ votea aye:
Alaermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis ana Hill, ana
the followin' votea nay: None. Six Ayes, no Nays, Motion approve«, ana
ORDINANCE reaa for the FIRST TIME by Mayor Haraen.
Alaerman Sorrells movea, seconaea by Alierman Honeycutt that the ORDINANCE
oe acceptea on FIRST READING. Roll Call: ana the followin, votei aye:
Aliermen: Honeycutt, Sorrells, Alberson, Lehman, Curtis ana Hill.
Six ayes, no nays, ORDINANCE ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
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NOVEMBER 21, 1968
Alaerm;.n Hill :movei, secontlei by Alierman Curtis to suspeni·· the rules ani
Jlllac.e ORDINANCE on SECOND READING. Roll Call: ani the followin~ .votei
aye: Aliermen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, AlmersOlt, Sorrells ani ,Honeycutt.
Motion receivei six affirmative votes ani no ne~•.tive votes, .whereupom
Mayor Harien reai the Oriinance for SECOND TIME.
Altierman Sor.rells mo_vei, seconiei by Alierman Honeycutt to further suspeni
the rules ani place ORDINANCE on THIRD ani FINAL READING •. Roll Call:
ani the followin~ vote« aye: Alierrnen: Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson,
Sorrells ani Honeycutt. Motion receivei six affirmative votee ani
no ne~ative votes, whereupon Mayor Haraen rea« the ORDINANCE FOR
THIRD AND FINAL TIME~ Alierman Hill rnovea, seconciei by Alierman Curtis
that the ORDINANCE De APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Roll Call; ani the followinc
votei ayel AlG.ermen~ Hill, Curtis, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells ani
Moneycutt. Motion receivei six affirmative votes ana no negative votes.
Aliermam Almerson movei, seconQei by Alierman Hill that the EMERGENCY CLAUSE
me approvei ani aioptei. Roll Call: ani the following votei aye:
Aliermep: f!ill, Curti~, Lehman, Alberson, Sorrells a.nci Honeycutt.
Motion receivei six ayes, po nays, Oriinance ani Emer~ency Clause
approvea and aioptei ani numberei 2 0 8 this 21st iay of November, 1968.
It was not~~ in Section 1, that "ani possession of a broken package of any
of the foregoing shall be prima facie evidence that the possessor has been
guilty of exploding. or iischaring same 11 hai been a•.fiei.
There being no further business to transact, it was rnovai to aijourn.
APPROVED:
JOHN H. HARDEN, MAYOR
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COUNCIL MEETING
Decem8er 5, 1968
The City Ceuneil ef the city ef Jacksenville met Thursli.ay, Deaem8er 5, 1968,
at 7 : 30 P. ~1. , at Municipal Builli.in~t for the re~lar meetinc. Meetin, was
calle• te erli.er 8y Mayer Har•en, pilresili.iR~ effieer, an~ eJ!>ening Prayer ay
Alli.erman Sorrells.
On Rell Call the :fellewi·nt; mem8ers were present as their name• were calleli.:
Aljermen: Heneycutt, Sorre ~ls, Al8ereen, Lehman, Curtis ani Hill. Preaent:
6, a8sent: 0, a querum was li.eclareli..
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Alae J.Dreeent were: Mayer Harli.en, Clerk Avants, Municipal Juli.r,e Reeli. William•en,
Dick Huck, Park & Reo. Direeter, ani James Pace ef Plannin~ Cemmissien.
Copies ef Minutes ef Re~lar meetin~ of Nevem8er 21, 1968 were presente• fer
stujy ani later appreval.
Gorrectiens er ajli.itiena te Minutes of Re gular Meeting <!If Nevem•er 7, 1968,
which were presentej fer stuli.y at the regular meeting 0f Nevem8er 21, 1968,
were the next erli.er of 8usiness arij after no cGrrectiene er ali.li.itiens were
presentei, Mayer Harli.en li.eclarei the Minutes approve• as written anj prementei.
Mr. Her8ert Rule, counsel ft>r Mr. Re8ert vlilcex, ewner ef lani invelv•• in
a lanli. cenjemnatien auit fileli. en 8ehalf of the city ef Jacksenville te
e8tain a right of way easement fer Seuth James Stre et extensiem was present
an• efferej several pr•p~sals, explaining that Mr. Wilcex has ewnej the
~rep erty fer 20 years, that it is «ifficult terrain anti fleoli.s easily, an•
that the lanli. in qut~~stiem is a majer ~ortien E"Jf the 11 hi~la 11 lanli he OWils,
that the James St. extensien as it is new propese«, leaves him with a
property triangle of approximately 180 x 40 feet anti suggesteti (1) that
the right-ef-way \le move• North to run aijacent to the railreati tracks, or
(2) meve the reali further into hie preperty se that he weuli have a lQ~ger
am~unt of property left by the railraati for li.evelepment (3) that a ramp ani
access roali. De auilt for him by the city thro~gh his preperty.
In the li.i~cussi•n of the p rep osals it was 9rought •~t that moving the
reali site ever woula entail alili.itienal engineering expense, that ali.jacent
pr«Rlperty ewnerJ will •e :i.nvelvei_, anli. Mr. Bon«, en~ineer, :pointeli. out
that twe or three appr .. aches were stucUeli ef this matter prier te> making
the survey an a fe~t the propeseli roa i sit~ the eest selution, that if
the reali. is •~sij~ tl:te railre;.li. tra.cks it might be a traffic hazarli. en
turninr;,. an• that ·a s curve w•ul• ee createi, similar te Markham St.
in Little Rock,,whi$h is a traffic hazar•, that meving the roai weulli
8e merely meving the triangle of lani frem Mr. Wilcex te Dupree Company.
May~r Harjen also stresseli. that a reai cannet •e ~revili.eli. acress Mr. Wile•x's
,reperty as the city cannot enter inte the li.evelepment of property.
After further li.iscussien, it was the general censensus ef the couneil.
te take this matter unller ajvisement with the enr;ineer ef ''this 'fllroject
anti with Dupree Cempany, t• which Mr. Wllcex intiicateli. that it weuli De
accepta8le te him.
On Metien ef Aljerman Hill, secenaeli by Alierman S•rrels anli. all mem8ers
v~&tin~ in the affirmative ,that '0an~ 8ala~ces, current acceunts payalale il'l the
sum ef $b,704.41 be acceptei .anli. a pprev81i. fer JllaYIJlent f&r Jacksenville
Water & Sewer Depa,rtment. · ·
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Pa~e 2.
COUNCIL MEETING
Decem•er 5, 1968
Mayer Haraen reperte• that furias have been receive• frem feur preperty
ewners · in Nerth Jacksenville for their portien ef the eests ef layin~
a sewer line frem the manhele in frent ef Dr. Durham's resiaence te
Bestic preperty an• acress the ~atta property, that three •ias were
reeeivea fer t~i~ preject with S & S Censtructien Ce. ueing lew ltia_aer
of $12,107.76. Alaerman Al•ersen mevea, secenaea ay Alaerman Lehman te
~wara the centract fer the Nerth Jacke•nville sewer line te s. & S.
Cen~tructien Cempany t•r $12,107.76. Metien approvei ay veice vete.
Mayer Haraen explainei that the aii incluie~ en~ineerin~ fees, ani
that all preperty •wners remittei their ~·rti•n ef the ceets ani all
easements hai 8een securei.
Mayer Harlien explainea the fiscal year . fer the 1rfater Department enis
Nevem'Der .30, ami that the annual auii_t ef the 'Dc~eDks ef -the Ha:ter & Sewer
c~mpany is unaerway.
P•lice Department report fer Nevem8er reflects 288 cases processea mefere
Munieiwal Ceur.t _ ana tetal . c'-sh frem fines, ferfeiturl!l! ani payments em
previeus fines as $9,457.55.
Mayer Haraen statea that he ~rantei permissien te the Stat.e P•liee,
whe are pre~arin~ te use raaar en the streets in Jacksenville in an
effort te slow iown traffic ana prevent acciaents. He peintei eut
th~ acciient ra:te is hi~h ana threugh the month •f Deeem8er it is expectea
te elima, ani felt that usin~ raiar ,for a few weeks weula have a ~®eel
effect. While mest ef the ceuncil eXJ:ilressea themselves ai!'J unfaveraale
towar• the use af raaar, it was ar,;reea that if even ene life coula te savei,
it woul• be werth a try, thus it was generally a~reecl te try tae use of raaa.r
ft1r a fe,., weeks, ani that the pu'IDlic lte , notifiea in aivanee that LI'affie
will ae centrellea ,8y r~aar.
Fire Department repert fer N•vem8er reflects respense te 13 alarms ani
fire loss ae :1~1, 700.00. Mayor Harien repertei Ute lecal fire •epartment
recently sent a truck ani twe men te Cabet, where a majer fire was
unaerway in the ~usiness aistrict, ani that a letter hai meen receivoa
frem the Mayor ef ca•et expressing appreciation te_ the Fire Chief ani
city fer their respense.
In street iepartment aiseunien, Mayor Haraen rep&>rtei the street iepartment
is still ioing little repair work, that they are new workin~ en the
li8rary parking let.
He repertei the carpet for the lillrary is to me reoeivei aeout ·the 20th
ani that the furniture is comin~ in ani blein~ storea in the wareheul!!le.
He statei that the aeiicatien ef the library will preba.ly be abeut
February 15. Mayor Haraen alae repertei that several peep>le h5~.ve centri'!tutei
sume of meney fer the library with Mrs. Nixen, lecal liirarian, an• that
it will be ae pe sitei in the library aeceumt an• he unaerst~•• matehimc
funis can 'De elltainei en these otmtril!Jutierus.
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Pat;e 3.
COUNCIL MEETING
Decemaer 5, 1968
Upen reoemmencatien ef Planning Cemmiaaien, Al«erman Hill mevec,
eecen«e« by Alcerman Al•ereen te appreYe Phase II ef the Eastview Accitien.
Metien ~)prevec ay veiee vete. It was explainec that Phase II ef Eastview
Accitien invelves five lets which face Stene Street.
Mayer Harcen repertec that Park & Recreatien Cemmissien hac suamitte«
their prepeeec DUc,et fer 1969 whick will 8e ciseussec at a later
au«cet meetinc.
Amaulanee repert fer Nevemaer reflects: reQeipts ani •ank 8alancea aa
$976.35 an« Disaursements as $629.89, with •alance as ef Nevem8er 30
as $3h6,46, an« unoelleete« aceeunts ef $629.50.
Mayer Harcea appeintei Mr. Jehn N. ·Rich te the effie• ef City Treaeurer,
saic tenure te •• frem January 1, 1969 te January 1, 1971, at a salary
ef $60.00 per menta. Alcerman Alaereen meve« secence« by Alcerman Lehman
te ratify the ap}l!leintment f~Jf Mayer Har-.en ef Mr. Jelut N. Rich as
City Treaaursr ef the eity ef Jacksenville fer a tmrm ef 2 yeara
••~innin! January 1, 1969 te January 1st 1971 at a salary ef $60 per
m~nth. Rell Call: an« the f~llewing vete« aye: Alcermen: Hene~utt,
Serrella, Albersen, Lehman, Curtis an« Hill, an« the fellewin! vete« nay:
nene. Metien apprevec.
Mayer Harcem state« the «ate hai 8een tenatively set fer Jallluary 1, at
10:00 A. M., fer electei efficials te take the eath ef effiee, ani that
Ju«&• Williamsen ha• aeen aske« te previ«e an efficial te presiie at
this funo ti en.
M~yer Harcen aske• ani was t;rantei permiisien te cancel the regular
oeuneil meetin~ ef Deeemaer 19th an« te call a S~ecial Ceuncil Meetin~
fer Weinescay, ~eeemaer 11th.
Mayer Harcen statei the ceuncil will meet Mencay, Decem••r 9th
at 7:30 P. M., at Ramaca Imn fer a •inner meetin« te ciseuss the
au«!et fer 1969, an• that the annual city Christma• party will ••
heli Fricay, Decem8er 13, at Ramaia Ina, am• invitee all te ae present.
There ••in« me further ausinese te transact, it was mevei t• a«jeurn.
APPROVED:
Jehn H. Harcen, Mayer
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Weinesiay, Decem8er 11, 19~8
The City C0uncil ..,f the City 0f Jacksenville met V.Teinesiay, Deeem8er 11,
1968, at 7:00 P. M., at Municipal Bui liiR~ fer a s~ecia1 meetin« callei
•y Mayer Hariiem en December 5, 1968. Meeti•~ was ealleii te erier •Y
Mayer Hariien, presiiin~ officer.
On Roll Call the fellewinr; memllers were present as their names were oal1eii:
Aliermen: Hill, Curtis, Al•ersen, Honeycutt ani Hill, Present: 5, amsent: 1,
Alierman Lehmaa. A querum was ieolarei. Alse present: City Clerk Avants.
May•r Harien ~tatei th" purpese ef the special meetin' was te censiier
a Resolutien autberizin~ classifioatien ani monthly salary of empleyeee
of Water Department fer fiscal year Deeem•er 1, 1968 te Deeem•er 1, 1969
ani an Or~inance aieptinr; a lluir;et fer eperatiens of General ani Street
tun«s fer 1969, ani aivertisinr; fGr lliis ani pur~hase ef equipment fer
Police ani Water Tiepartment.
11 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLASSIFICATION AND MONTHLY SALARY OF THE
JACKSONVILLE WATER AND .SEWER DEP~TMENT FOR _THE FISCAL YEAR DECEMBER 1, 1968,
TO DECEMBER 1, 1969rt was intreiu0ei~
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Alierman s~rrel1s meYei, seceniei hy -Alierman Curtis that the Rea•lutiea
•• reai. Roll Call: ani the fellewinr; yetei aye: Aliermen: Honeycutt,
Serrelle, Al•ereon, Curtis ani Hill, 5 ayes, ne nays. Metien apprevei,
ani Res~lutien reai in. its entirety lly Mayer Har•elll •.
Al•erman Hill mevei, seceniei ly Alierman Honeycutt te ap~reve ani aiept
Reselutien as reai. Rell Call: Aliermen: Honeyeutt, Sorrell~, Alaers•n,
Curti3 ant Bill vetei aye, wi~h ne ne~ative vetes mein~ case, May•r
Harien. lieclare& the Re~olutien approTei ani ai0pteli this 11th iay ef
Decemler, 1968 ani numilerei 103-68 ,. · ' ,
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11 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE YEAR OF 1969; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION
~OR THE .OPERATIQNS OF THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY GOVERNMENT FOR THE
PURCHASE OF MATERIALS, . SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES: PROVIDING FBR AN
EMERGENCY; AND . FOR OTHER PURPOSES" was intreiuoea.
Alierman Rill mevei, seceniei •Y Alierman Serrells that the Oriinance 8e
plaeei en FIRST READING: ROLL CALL: ani the fellowint; vetei aye: Aliern1en:
Hill, Curtis, Alllersen, Sorrells ani Heneyautt, ani the fellewin' vetei
nay: nene. Metien Apprevei ani Or tHnanoe reai fer FIRST TIME 8y Mayer Harien.
Alierman Serrell• mevei, secenie·li •y Allierman Curtis that the Orli.nanoe \te
acceptei en FIRST READING. R~ll Call: aai the fellewin' veteli aye: Aliermen:
Hill, Curtis, Allersen, Serrells, ani Heneycutt, ani the fellowinc Yetei nay:
nene. ORDINANCE ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alierman Hill mevei, secenG.ei lty Alierman Heneycmtt t• su.speni the rules
ani place Oriinanee en SECOND READING. ROLL CALL: ani the f•llewin' vetei
aye: Aliermen: Hill, Curtis, Al8ersen, S&rrells ani Honeycutt, ani the
••llewinr; vetei nay: nene, whereupen Mayer Harien reai the Ortinanee
fer SECOND TIME.
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' S~EBIAL COUNCIL MEETING
DecemDer 11, 1968
Al«erman Serrella meve«, secen«ei 8y Al«erman Hill te further
suspeni the rules an« place Oriinanee en THIRD AND FINAL READING:
ROLL CALL: Ani the fellewin~ vete« aye: Al«~rmen: Hill, Curtis,
AlDersen, Serrells an« Heneyeutt, arii the fellewin~ vetei nay:
nene, whereupen Mayer Hariem rea« the Oriinance fer THIRD AND
FINAL TIME.
Alierman Hill mevei, secen.ei ay Al«erman Curtis that the Or«inance
De APPROVED AND ADOPTED. Rell Call: an« the fellewin~ vetef aye:
Al«ermen: Heneycutt, Sorrells, A~bersen, Curtis ani Hill, an« the
f•ll~wing yete« nay: nene. Metien receive« 5 affirmative aai ne
ner,ative vetes.
Al«erman Hill meve«, sec•n••• 8y Alierman Serrells that the EMERGENCY
CLAUSE ae appreve« ani a«epte«. Rell Call: ani the fellewin~ vetei aye:
Aliermen: Heneyoutt, Sorrells, Al8ersen, Curtis ani Hill, ani the
fellewing vetei nay: ne~e. Metien reeeivei five affirmative ani
ne ne,ative vetes, ORDINANCE AND EMERGENCY CLAUSE APPROVED AND
ADOPTED this 11th iay ef DecemDer, 1968 ani num8erei 2 0 9.
Mayer Harien state« he wouli like auth•rity te plaee a legal netioe
te aivertise fer biis ani purchase twe pelice auteme•iles ani twe
pick-up trucks fer the Water Department, eest of saii trueks te ••
:paiti frem the Depreciatien Funti ef the Water Department.
Alierman Heneycutt meveti, seceniei ay Al«erman AlDermen te autherize
Mayer Harien te aavertise fer bitis ani purchaee, twe peli~e a~temeltilee
ani two pick-up trucks fer Water Departm~nt, cest ef saii trucks te
lte pai4i frem De~reciatien Funti ef Water Department. R•ll Gall:
anti the f•llewin~ veteti aye: Altiermen: Heneycutt, Serrells, Allterse~a,
Curtis ani Hill, 5 ayes, ne nays. M$tie~a apprevei.
Mayer Har«em announce« electeti efficials will take the oath ef effiee
January 1, 1969 at 11 e'cle~k A.M., at Peliee ani Court Buil4iing.
There aein~ ne further ousiness te transact, it was meveti t• aijeurn.
APPROVED: H Harfien, Mayer Jehn •
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