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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS • I
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 4. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: a.
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Animal Control Dept:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
December 21. 1989
Regular City Council Meeting
December 7. 1989
Regular Monthly Report I December
Annual Report 1989
(Code Enforcement Officer John New)
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION OF
NEW JAIL I RESOLUTION 418 <*1-90)
Planning Commission:
Re-appoint Kenny Elliott
James Davis, Lester Piggee, Jim Walker
Lloyd Friedman (Three appointments
pending -Three year terms beginning
1/1/1990 and ending 1/1/1993)
City Hall will be closed Monday 15 Jan.
1990 I Martin Luther King's Birthday
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 4, 19f)-9 ·qo
7:30 P.M. -10:00 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on January 4, 1989 at the regular meeting place
of the council. Alderman Marshall Smith delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT, nine (9). ABSENT, one
(1). Aldermen Lewis and Twitty came in at approximately 7:40
p.m . Ma y or Swai m also a 1n swered ROLL CALL a n d dec lared a q uorum. I ~ ···~ . I • ' \ \.\ ... I I 1 ' I • I
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, City Engineer Duane Reel, Police
Chief Frank Neely, Code Enforcement Officer John New,
interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of December 21, 1989 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORREC T ION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Marshall Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Coop that the
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of December 7, 1989
be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray,
Wil s on , Williamson and Ke a ton vot ed AYE . NAY 0 . MOTION CARRIED .
CONSENT AGENDA:
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the Regular
Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Animal Control Department
which reflects $1,238.50.00 in revenue received for the month of
December. 1989 and the ANNUAL REPORT for 1989 which reflects
$11,774.00 in revenue received for January through December 1989
be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Coop. Ray,
Wilson, Williamson, and Keaton voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 4. 19fo9qo
7:30 P.M. -10:00 P.M.
GENERAL: RESOLUTION 418 (*1-90) SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION
OF NEW JAIL
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PULASKI COUNTY
JAIL FACILITY; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim introduced the item of business and noted that copies
of Resolution 418 would be made available to the press after its
reading by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that Resolution
418 (41-90) be read. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Coop.
Ray. Wilson. Williamson and Keaton voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION
CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Resolution.
Mayor Swaim stated that a 1 cent sales tax mandated for one year
will. if voter approved, be imposed to pay for the facility with
a re-vote to impose it thereafter. He noted that not all persons
incarcerated are from Pulaski County and that taxpayers who shop
in this area will pay approximately ten million dollars toward
the cost of the facility adding that this is the best way to
finance the jail.
Alderman Smith voiced that he was in support of the much needed
facility also commenting that no one desires such increases.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by
Resolution 418 (41-90) be APPROVED.
unanimous voice vote.
Alderman Wilson that
MOTION CARRIED by a
APPOINTMENTS: PLANNING COMMISSION I (three appointments pending)
(terms beginning 1/1/90 -ending 1/1/1993)
RE-APPOINTMENT OF Kenny Elliott
Appointees: James Davis, Lester Piggee,
Jim Walker. Lloyd Friedman
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 4. 1 9JW 0D
7:30 P.M. -10:00 P.M.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that Mr. John Dillard has served the
maximum time on the Commission, that Mr. Wayne Stroud was
contacted and does not desire to be re-appointed due to ill
health and that Mr. Elliott has served the city well and has
consented to the re-appointment.
He explained that each Alderman has the opportunity to make one
proposal with regard to the nominees for the Planning Commission
Appointments adding that two of the four persons whose names are
listed above, should be selected for an appointment to the
Planning Commission.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that Mr. Kenny
Elliott be re-appointed to the Planning Commission for a term
beginning 1/1/90 and ending 1/1/90: that Mr. James Davis and Mr.
Lester Piggee be appointed to the Planning Commission for terms
beginning 1/1/90 and ending 1/1/90. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim voiced that due to recent events, the desire for the
Council to go into executive session to discuss some personnel
items with Jacksonville Police Chief Frank Neely have been voiced
by some of the Alderman. He opened the meeting for a motion to
that effect.
NON-AGENDA ITEM:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Keaton that the City
Council go into executive session at approximately 7:42 p.m.
MOTION CARRIED.
The meeting was reconvened at approximately 9:50 p.m.
Mayor Swaim noted that Mr. Piggee, one of the persons chosen
during the Council Meeting as a Planning Commissioner, was in the
audience. He welcomed him to the Commission.
He noted that the executive session included discussion of recent
and past activities of management in the Police
Department. and that by law the Council is to give the results of
any decision(s) made.
He said that he expressed to the Council that he has a lack of
confidence in the administration of the Jacksonville Police
Department adding that he pledged that he would continue to work
with Chief Neely, as long as he is willing to work with him, to
improve the Police Department.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 4. 19~qo
7:30 P.M. -10:00 P.M.
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Joe Williamson
that the City Council go on record as strongly opposing the
action taken by the Police Chief in disciplining officers Johnson
and Tovey.
Mayor Swaim noted that the two officers were accused and through
an internal investigation enough evidence was found to punish
them for having sex while on duty, in their uniforms, with the
same female. He stated that the punishment, as prescribed under
the Chief's interpretation of the manual, says that they should
get a minimum of three days and a maximum of thirty (30) days.
He said that Chief Neely chose to give ten days and defended his
position. He said that he and the Council feel the officers
should be dismissed.
A voice vote was taken on the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim announced that City Hall will be closed on 15 January
1990 in celebration of the birthday of Martin Luther King.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Wilson moved seconded by Alderman
meeting adjourn at approximately 10:00 p.m.
Twitty that the
MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
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City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 18. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Fire Department)
(Police Department)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
January 4, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
December 21, 1989
Regular Monthly Report I December
(Chief Ezell
Regular Monthly Report I October,
November & December (Chief Neely)
Verbal Report by Pat Wilson
Verbal Report by Dick Morris
Request to Accept Bid (Patrol Cars)
Request to Accept Bid (Street Sweeper)
Final Plat (McDonald's)
PRESENTATION BY RUTH KENT I RE: ANIMAL
CONTROL ORDINANCE
STATE OF THE CITY REPORT
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 18. 1990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEE.!ING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS ..
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on January 18, 1990 at the regular meeting
place of the council. Alderman Smith delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop. Ray. Wilson. Fletcher and
Keaton were present. Aldermen Williamson and Twitty were absent.
absent. PRESENT: EIGHT (8). ABSENT: TWO (2). Mayor Swaim
answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Police Chief Frank Neely. Asst. Deputy Clerk Teresa Parker, City
Engineer Duane Reel, Code Enforcement Officer John New, Community
Development Director Tony Ply. City Finance Director Gene Kelley,
Purchasing Agent Art Hodum. City Code Enforcement Officers ""John
New and Wayne Cox. Tuck Breeding of the Animal Control Department
other city employees, interested citizens and members of the
press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of January 4. 1989 for study and action at the next
Regular Meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of
APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
Wilson that
December 21,
the
be
Mayor Swaim gave the STATE OF THE CITY REPORT for 1989 at this
time. (Said report is on file in the office of the City Clerk)
RESUME AGENDA:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Regular Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Fire Department which
reflects an estimated fire loss of $77,695.00 for the month of
December 1989 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight,
Smith. Lewis. Coop. Wilson. Fletcher and Keaton voted AYE.
NAY (0). MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman
following
Department
Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Regular Monthly Reports of the Jacksonville Police
which reflect collections as follow be APPROVED:
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARYJrnSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
J~nuary 18, 1990
7:40 p.m . -8:45 p.m.
for the month of October, 1989 $37,506.99 in FINES AND BOND
FORFEITURES and $246.00 in MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS for a total of
$37,752.99. for the the month of November, 1989 $39,332.06 in
FINES AND BOND FORFEITURES and .$215.00 in MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS
for a total of $39,547.06, and for the month of December 1989
$31,936.50 in FINES AND BOND FORFEITURES and $136.00 in
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS for a total of $32,072.50. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and
Keaton voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:VERBAL REPORT BY MR. PAT WILSON, CHAIRMAN OF THE
JACKSONVILLE WATER COMMISSION
Mr. Wilson gave the following information in the annual report.
(1) 25 employees, eight (8) licensed operators-exceeding state
requirement of five (5)
(2) 7,876 customers served in 1989
(3) total budget for 1990 to exceed 2.2 million dollars
(4) entire system flushed during 1989 noting that 30 to 35
samples are sent to the State Health Department monthly for
analysis
(5) 1990 project: construction of a 100 million gallon water
tank near the LRAFB Golf Course without increased taxes or
water rate increases to the citizens of Jacksonville
Mr. Wilson expressed sincere appreciation to City Engineer
Reel for his help in designing the new water tank.
(6) 1990 project: update data processing of billing procedures
for water, sewer and garbage service with funding now in
hand
Mr. Wilson noted that Christmas Day was the day of the greatest
water consumption, exceeding six million gallons, by Jacksonville
residents in 1989.
He expressed appreciation for employees and the Water Commission
for their efforts in serving the City of Jacksonville during
1990.
Mr. Wilson said that cases are dealt with on an individual basis
in the event there are busted water pipes and adjustments are
made if there is merit.
He explained that the Jacksonville Water Commission is a part of
the compact which includes Little Rock, North Little Rock and
Central Arkansas noting a signed contract with the Corp of
Engineers for water from DeGray Lake at Arkadelphia which is
scheduled for the year 2025.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 18, 1990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
He said that Cabot took approximately 5% of Jacksonville's total
consumption during the year 1989, noti.ng that LRAFB used 22%,
Furlough 3% and Bayou II Association 2%.
He stated that total capacity for consumption is nine (9) million
gallons per day.
Mayor Swaim expressed appreciation for the report.
SEWER DEPARTMENT: VERBAL REPORT BY MR. DICK MORRIS.
SUPERINTENDENT OF THE JACKSONVILLE WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT
Mr. Morris pointed out that there have been capitol improvements
to the Jacksonville Wastewater System totaling approximately 13.8
million dollars during the last six years. He said that
approximately 1/2 million dollars has been spent to improve the
quality of lines in the existing system and that an existing bond
issue of approximately $256,000.00 has been paid off adding that
the Wastewater System is totally free of debt.
He noted that there are no plans for a rate increase 1n the near
future. He stated that when the last rate increase was
established in 1984, it was the highest in Central Arkansas
adding that the same is not true at this time pointing out that
North Little Rock rates are higher than those in Jacksonville and
with passage of a proposed rate in Little Rock, the rates will
exceed those in Jacksonville by 15%.
He expressed appreciation to the Council for past actions with
regard to rate increases.
He related that the utility is in the process of examining the
possibility of adding Gravel Ridge and Runyan Acres to the
Jacksonville Wastewater System. He said that one of the
conditions is that the rate structure be the same as that of
Jacksonville residents noting that the customer base would be
increased by a third with the addition of the two areas.
He pointed out that there are 27 full-time employees with a third
of those employees having college degrees and ten of the 27 are
licensed operators who work with the treatment plant. He
expressed that the performance of the employees has been
excellent during the past year.
He noted that there are risks involved in accepting the Gravel
Ridge and Runyan Acres areas in answer to a question by Alderman
Fletcher. He said assumption of ownership means assumption of
liabilities also. He said that the cost to meet their permit is
very great which is one incentive to be taken into the
Jacksonville system relating that pumping from the two areas
during off-peak hours might be the solution to fitting the areas
into the wastewater system.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
~C:..hUti.!"Y 18. 1990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
He said the risk of violating a permit is very remote with regard
to industry input from the areas.
He said there would be work that would have to be done on the
collections system which is relatively new and that further
investigation of the lines will be d o ne before finalization of
any agreement between the two communities and the City of
Jacksonville.
Alderman Fletcher commended the utility for planning efforts in
meeting the present and future needs of the community.
He said that the approximate 20 residences within the city limits
but not on the sewer system will be considered on a one to one
basis with the possibility of help through the Community
Development Department. He said that the cost in some instances
will exceed $10,000.00 per customer to bring them into the
system.
He said that substantial progress has been made with
infiltration into the lines of the wastewater system.
that $100,000.00 has been spent in upgrading existing
$230,000.00 to reline the east trunk lines.
regard to
He noted
lines and
It was pointed out that the two areas are not located so that it
would be an advantage to residents of the Jackson Heights
residents with regard to acceptance into the system.
Mayor Swaim commended Mr. Morris and the employees of the
Wastewater Utility for their good work.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT: Request to accept bid: Patrol Cars
Mayor Swaim noted that there were no bidders except the State bid
which, by state law, allows participation by cities.
He said that $75 ,000.00 was budgeted for patrol and C.I.D. cars.
He said the State Bid through Bale Chevrolet will allow the
purchase of five cars for $66,969.75 dollars leaving
approximately $3,000.00 lacking in the purchase of a sixth car.
He noted that the department had asked for eight (8) cars and
that his recommendation is that the City Council allow $3,000.00
to be taken from the Equipment Fund to be combined with the
budgeted money and purchase a sixth car for the department.
BID SHEET INFORMATION:
ITEM: POLICE CARS DEPARTMENT: POLICE
DATE OPENED: JANUARY 11, 1990
NO BIDS WERE RECEIVED FROM: LONG FORD INC., JACKSONVILLE DODGE.
OR GWATNEY CHEVROLET
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 18, 1990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
ONE BID WAS RECEIVED: STATE CONTRACT/BALE CHEVROLET
Item No . 1 (3 each) MARKED POLICE CARS UNIT PRICE $13,473.35
TOTAL PRICE $40,420.05
Item No. 2 (2 each) UN-MARKED POLICE CARS UNIT PRICE $13,274.85
T OTAL PRICE $26,549.70 TOTAL PRICE $66,969.75
TERMS : NET 3 0
DELIVERY: 90-120 DAYS ARO
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
STATE BID for Police Cars be accepted with an additional
$3,000.00 to be taken from the EQUIPMENT FUND and added to the
TOTAL PRICE of $66,969.75 for the purchase of a total of six cars
for the Police Department. MOTION CARRIED BY A UNANIMOUS ROLL
CALL VOTE.
STREET DEPARTMENT: REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: STREET SWEEPER
Mayor Swaim gave a brief report of the experience of the Street
Department with the present street sweeper pointing out that
thousands of dollars have been spent to keep it running since he
has been mayor. He said that money was budgeted by the Street
Department to purchase a new sweeper and that bids have been
received.
BID SHEET INFORMATION: STREET SWEEPER DEPT: STREET
DATE OPENED:l-11-90 10:30 A.M.
1 DESCRIPTION: STREET SWEEPER ITEM NO. 1 QUANTITY:
BIDDER:
BIDDER:
BIDDER:
UNIT TOTAL
L.R. Equip. Sales
FMC VANGUARD
CLARK MACHINERY CO.
ATHEY/MOBIL
RUSHING & MASON EQUIP. CO.
$85,796.00*
4000 SP
$84.458.00*
$99,834.57*
PEABODY MYERS
DEALERS EQUIP. CO. INC.
MODEL 780 VACUUM SWEEPER
BIDDER:
ALT. :11: 1
ALT. :11: 2
ALT. :11: 3
ALT. :11: 2
* INDICATES TOTAL PRICE
TERMS: NET IN ALL BIDS
TYMCO 600/1990
TYMCO 600/1989
TYMCO 600/1989
AUX. HAND HOSE
$67 ,375.00*
NAVISTAR 4600
$67,875.00*
FORD LN7000/AC
$64,900.00*
GMC "DElillO UNIT"
OPTION 966.00
DELIVERY: L.R. EQUIP. SALES (90-120 DAYS ARO)
CLARK MACHINERY CO. (60 DAYS ARO)
RUSHING & MASON EQUIP. CO. (90-120 DAYS ARO)
DEALERS EQUIP. CO. INC. (45-60 DAYS ARO)
NOTE: TWO (2) REQUESTS WERE SENT TO COMPANIES WHO DID NOT BID
RECOMMENDED BIDDER: DEALERS TRUCK EQUIP. CO. INC. ALTERNATE :11: 2
WITH OPTION ADDED
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARICAlmJ..S
REGULAR ClTY COUNCIL MEETING
JtJ.nU~ri H;., i990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
Mayor Swaim noted that he. the City Engineer and the Street
Superintendent have reviewed the bids closely.
City Engineer Reel pointed out that Dealers Equip. Co. has
submitted three alternates noting in particular the second
alternate. a Tymco 600/1989 Ford LN7000 /AC which falls within the
purview of what is desired by the department in a sweeper. He
said that is desired to take advantage of the option for a hand
held hose listed along with ALT # 2 which can be sued to clean
catch basins etc. and the automatic engine shutdown system which
makes the bid total from Dealers Equip. $68,841.00 as shown on
the bid sheet. He said that he has since found another option
needed by the department which costs $650.00; a hydraulic
adjustment relating to gutter broom operations. The overall
total would amount to $69.491.00. He said that a two-day school
would be included in the total price and that $500.00 would be
deducted from the total bid price if the machine is picked up
at the firm by a city employee.
Mayor Swaim noted that $75,000.00 was budgeted for the item and
that the bid price is approximately $6,000.00 below that amount.
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Knight, that the bid
from Dealers Equipment Co. Inc. be accepted which totals
$69,491.00 including three alternates; auxiliary hand hose,
automatic engine shutdown system and hydraulic gutter broom
adjustment.
Mayor Swaim said the machines were demonstrated as comments
made by Alderman Fletcher regarding the poor performance of
existing street sweeper. He explained how useful the machine
for purposes other than sweeping the street particularly in
area of drainage control preventing maintenance costs.
were
the
is
the
He noted that a portion of the old machine. the truck, a diesel
engine on the street sweeper and some parts can be salvaged as he
pointed out that the previous investment has not been a total
loss.
At this time a voice vote was taken. MOTION CARRIED.
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
ADDITION TO AGENDA:
approval at their
Subdivision
McDonald's desire for a one-lot subdivision
location within the Rogers Commercial
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the item
Final Plat approval for McDonald's be placed on the agenda
action by the City Council. MOTION CARRIED.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 18, 1990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
City Engineer Reel said that a building permit was issued to
McDonald's for the metes and bounds legally described parcel and
that they desire to take title to the property as soon as
possible as a recorded subdivision adding that a bond is on file
assuring completion of certain off-site improvements by the
developer as listed in the approval of the Preliminary Plat of
the Rogers Commercial Subdivision.
A poll of the Planning Commission by the City Engineer gave
their approval of the Final Plat which was not dealt with during
a regular meeting of the Commission.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the
$112,000.00 covers . completion of
improvements and a street signal light
has been a concern of the city for a
future commercial developments may be
manner.
bond in the amount of
a turn lane, off-site
noting that the last item
long time. He said that
asked to perform in like
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the Final
Plat be accepted as proposed. MOTION CARRIED.
GENERAL:
PRESENTATION BY RUTH KENT RE: ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE
Ms. Kent requested that the Council give consideration to
amending the animal control ordinance which would allow for a
pygmy goat as a pet within city limits.
Code Enforcement Officer John New read from the Jacksonville
Municipal Code under the Chapter dealing with livestock and foul.
There was discussion regarding exotic animals which Mr. New said
fall under the same requirements by code as the pygmy goat owned
by Ms. Kent which she related to be 15 inches tall.
There was discussion regarding events leading up to a problem
between Ms. Kent and the City of Jacksonville.
Mayor Swaim noted that he feels obligated to follow the ordinance
as is and therefore treat the situation in like manner with
regard to any goat.
Alderman Coop noted a wave over our land regarding the use of
animals of the type under discussion for pets.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that there had been calls by persons over
the city objecting to any livestock within the city limits.
Alderman Fletcher voiced that he was willing to look into
modification of the ordinance.
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ClTY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
F.EGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Jc:nuo.ry 18, 1990
7:40 p.m. -8:45 p.m.
Mayor Swaim noted that it took eight months to revise the animal
control ordinance in 1986 adding that he is not opposed to the
formation of a committee to work on amending the ordinance.
It was not known whether or not like situations have been
addressed by surrounding cities.
Mayor Swaim appointed Alde11nan Fletcher, Williamson and Twitty to
work with Code Enforcement New on possible modification of the
Animal Control Ordinance noting the work that a change will
entail in modification of the ordinance.
Mayor Swaim pointed out the time involved between the City of
Jacksonville and Ms. Kent also voiced her position with reqard to
receipt of a letter regarding city ordinance regulations.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim announced that the Commerce Corporation is
on 29 January 1990 with Dave Harrington speaking at
Ramada Inn noting that all council members are urged to
He said that industrial development will be the theme
meeting.
COMMENTS:
meeting
1:15 at
attend.
of the
Alderman Fletcher expressed disappointment with EPA and Pollution
Control and their plans for monitoring during the burn at the
Vertac Chemical Co. scheduled for early spring. He asked that
the council get involved and request constant monitoring.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:45 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
Lu M. Leonar
City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 1, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
January 18, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
January 4, 1990
RESOLUTION 419 (#2-90)
RE: REGIONAL JAIL
RE-APPOINTMENT to BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
John Washok -term to expire 2/5/1993
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 1. 1990
7:30 P.M. -7:55 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on February 1, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Gary Fletcher delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT, eight (8). ABSENT, two
(2). Alderman Twitty came in at 7:35 p.m. Aldermen Coop and
Lewis were absent. Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL and
declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, City Engineer Duane Reel, Civil
Service Commissioner J.L. Simmons. Planning Commissioner Lester
Piggee, other city employees, interested citizens and members of
the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of January 18, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECT I ON OF MINUTES:
Alderman Marshall Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 4.
1990 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith.
Ray, Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson and Keaton voted AYE. NAY 0.
MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT :
PLANNING COMMISSION:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 1. 1990
7:30 P.M. -7:55 P.M.
GENERAL: RESOLUTION 419 C*2-90) RE: REGIONAL JAIL
A RESOLUTION TO LEND SUPPORT AND EFFORTS TOWARD THE CONSTRUCTION
AND OPERATION OF A PULASKI COUNTY REGIONAL JAIL FACILITY; AND.
FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim introduced the item and entertained a motion that
Resolution 419 be read.
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that Resolution
419 be read. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the RESOLUTION.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that he arrived at the contribution
stated in Resolution 419 by taking the present jail cost which
amounted to a budgeted amount of $75,000.00 and an actual
expenditure of approximately $72,000.00 in 1989. He said that
projected increases would need Council approval annually.
He said that other municipalities within the county have passed
similar legislation with regard to their contribution to the new
county jail facility.
He pointed out that jail space may be used for storage with some
cell space kept for detention area and booking until persons can
be transported to the county facility. He said there is an
advantage to the city in that there will not be the need for the
number of employees now required at the local jail if the county
facility is constructed.
There was discussion regarding the county facility. Mayor Swaim
said that the projected cost is between twenty-four to twenty-
eight million dollars not including land purchase or land site
preparations. He said it will have a capacity of approximately
800 prisoners and may expand to be a 1600 bed facility adding
that remodeling of the old county jail would increase the
capability of housing up to 1800 prisoners.
Mayor Swaim said that he proposes that the expense of
transporting prisoners to and from court appearances be born by
the county as is set forth in Resolution 419.
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He pointed out the areas of construction at the present
Jacksonville Jail, which he said would have to be doubled in size
in the next five years, noting that money spent for the increase
and operation of the facility would be tremendous.
He said that visitation areas would be provided in the county
facility.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the funding is dependent on the
passage of a one cent sales tax increase by Pulaski County
residents for a one year period adding that persons from outside
the county will pay a third, which is approximately ten million
dollars of the construction costs, relative to their connection
with persons incarcerated there.
Alderman Fletcher moved. seconded by Alderman Emma Knight that
Resolution 419 be APPROVED AS READ. MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS: RE-APPOINTMENT to BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT/
JOHN WASHOK -TERM TO EXPIRE 2/5/1993
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Keaton that Mr. John
Washok be re-appointed to the Board of Adjustment for a term to
expire 2/5/1993. MOTION CARRIED.
NON-AGENDA ITEM: HAULING OF LOGS IN NORTHLAKE SUBDIVISION
City Engineer requested that the Council consider drafting an
ordinance which would curtail misuse of city streets. He said
that streets in subdivisions are not designed to withstand the
hauling of logs and such like.
He said that he permitted a loaded truck to travel through the
subdivision but that he has requested that the Jacksonville
Police not allow any more hauling of like nature 1n the area.
He said that an ordinance is needed which will give the city
authority to require haulers to get permits to travel on
collector streets and primary arterial streets, not residential.
He said that there is need that they post a bond for any damages
caused by overload situations and also a requirement of proof of
public liability coverage of one million dollars.
He said that he was informed that there are five more loads to be
hauled from the location in the Northlake Subdivision.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 1. 1990
7:30 P.M. -7:55 P.M.
After a discussion regarding the item, Alderman Keaton
that permission be given to haul the remainder of the
half loads instead of full capacity loads and that
required to clean the streets in the subdivision
endeavor is finished.
suggested
logs by
they be
when the
Mr. Reel pointed out that at the Loop Rd. and HwY 161 intersection
a severe problem exists with regard to mud on the streets caused
by new construction endeavors.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that there is no desire to hamper new
construction within the city but that protection of citizens and
properties is imperative as he pointed out the great expense
incurred in street repair and encouraged that the Council
properly address the problem. He said that the ordinance needs
to be general enough to cover all persons responsible for street
damage due to activity of this nature.
Other instances where near accidents occurred were mentioned by
Mayor Swaim and Alderman Fletcher.
The posting of a bond was mentioned as the consensus of the
Council pointed to formation of an ordinance for controlling the
situation as comments were made with regard to the responsibility
of the general contractor.
It was suggested that the engineer contact the City of Sherwood
for information regarding formation of an ordinance regarding the
matter under discussion.
ANNOUNCEMENTS ;
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Keaton moved seconded by Alderman Smith that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 7:55 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
~~51.~ Lu M. Leonard
City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 15, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT :
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT :
Regular City Council Meeting
February 1, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
January 18, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/January
(Code Enforcement Officer John New)
Regular Monthly Report/January
(Fire Chief Rick Ezell)
ANNUAL REPORT -ANNABELLE DAVIS
REZONING REQUESTS:
1. Tract D & E, Plot 7, located between
HWY 161 & T.P.White Dr. from C-3 to C-4
2 . FRACTIONAL LOTS 4,5 & 6, BLOCK 24,
Original Town of Jacksonville/HWY 161 &
Hickory St. from C-2 to C-4
3. PART OF PLOT 5, AIR FORCE BASE MAIN GATE
DEV. AREA South of Nixon and North of
Parrish St. from R-3 to C-3
COMMITTEE REPORT (ALD. FLETCHER)
CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED/CELEBRATION
PRESIDENT'S BIRTHDAY I Sanitation Dept.
will be working regular routes
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15. 1990
7:55 p.m. -9:32 p.m.
REGULAR CITY .COUNCIL MEETING-POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING-
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on February 15, 1990 at the regular meeting
place of the council. Alderman Lewis delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop. Ray. Wilson. Fletcher.
Williamson.
ABSENT (0).
Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT (10).
Mayor Swaim answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Fire Chief Rick Ezell. Asst. Deputy Clerk Teresa Parker. City
Engineer Duane Reel. Code Enforcement Officer John New. Finance
Director Eugene Kelley. Planning Commission Chairman Kenny
Elliott. other city employees. interested citizens and members of
the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of February 1. 1990 for study and action at the next
Regular Meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Lewis
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January
be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED by a ROLL CALL VOTE. ALL
VOTING AYE.
CONSENT AGENDA:
that the
18. 1990
ALDERMEN
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that the
Regular Monthly Report for January. 1990. of the Jacksonville
Animal Control Department which reflects $983.00 in REVENUE
RECEIVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop.
Ray. Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted Aye.
Nay 0. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that the
Regular Monthly Report for the month of January. 1990. of the
Jacksonville Fire Department which reflects an estimated fire
loss of $47.000.00 for the month of be APPROVED. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop. Ray. Wilson. Fletcher.
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION
CARRIED.
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WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15. 1990
7:55 p.m. -9:32 p.m.
ANNUAL REPORT
Mayor Swaim introduced Parks & Recreation Director Annabelle
Davis who presented the Annual Report in book form with several
remarks regarding a fee charge for entrance into the park which
is due to begin April 14, 1990.
She noted that there will be charges for admission to the park
beginning this year; no charge to children 12 yrs. or under nor
adults 60 yrs. or older with $1.00 being charged to any person
entering the park not in uniform·. She said that an annual
individual membership would cost $15 and an annual family
membership would cost $25.00.
She gave estimates of persons in attendance at different places
and functions provided by the department pointing that outsiders
coming in to use park facilities have provided possibly
$60,000.00 in revenue. She noted that the pool is "maxed out" at
325 as questions arose regarding facility capacity adding that
there are many times that the department is limited by the
physical incapabilities of buildings. She pointed out that
Johnson Park is due to get a new pavilion soon.
Mayor Swaim expressed appreciation for the presentation .
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
A. REZONING REQUEST: Tract D & E. Plot 7. located between HwY 161 &
T.P. White Dr. from C-3 to C-4 (ORDINANCE 921 (41-90)
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE.
ARKANSAS. (GENERAL LOCATION: TRACT "D" AND "E". PLOT 7 LOCATED
BETWEEN HIGHWAY 161 AND T .P. WHITE DRIVE NORTH OF SOUTii SIDE
BODY); AMENDING ORDINANCES NUMBER 213 AND NUMBER 238 OF THE CITY
OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim recognized Chairman of the Planning Commission Kenny
Elliott who expressed that the Commission approved the rezoning
of the parcel from C-3 to C-4 on February 12, 1990, recommending
that the City Council approve the rezoning as requested.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15. 1990 7d5~ p.m. -9:32 p.m. d-3
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Alderman Coop moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that the reading of
Ordinance 921 be dispensed with in its entirety. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson , that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Coop to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes. (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes. (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, city Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 921 THIS 15th DAY
OF FEBRUARY 1989.
b. REZONING REQUEST: FRACTIONAL LOTS 4, 5 & 6, BLOCK 24,
Original town of Jacksonville,/HwY 161 and Hickory St. from C-2
to C-4 (ORDINANCE 922 (# 2-89)
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS, (GENERAL LOCATION: BY JACKSONVILLE DAILY NEWS ALONG
HIGHWAY 161); AMENDING ORDINANCES NUMBER 213 AND NUMBER 238 OF
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15. 1990
7:55 p.m. -9:32 p.m.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Mr. Ben Rice voiced that there is a service station on the
property which is now zoned C-2 and that the property owner now
desires that the zoning is C-4 which allows a 25 ft. setback
which would not disturb gas pumps etc.
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes. (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes. (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 922 THIS 15th DAY
OF FEBRUARY 1989.
c. PART OF PLOT 5. AIR FORCE MAIN GATE DEV. AREA South of Nixon
and North of Parrish St. from R-3 to C-3
City Attorney Vaughan advised the Council that if the
recommendation of the Planning Commission to deny the rezoning is
followed, the petitioner may not request rezoning of the
particular parcel for one year. Otherwise, a request could be
presented at any time.
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He noted that an ordinance should be drafted if the decision of
the Council is different to that of the Planning Commission.
Mayor Swaim was directed by the Council to hear discussion. both
pro and con, regarding the rezoning request.
Mayor Swaim recognized Mr. Doug Wilkinson who supplied the
Council with sketches and pictures of the proposed construction
which prompted the rezoning request before the the Council.
Mr. John Brannon, representing "Parrish street Partners, a
development group from Tennessee, pointed out that he has been in
the real estate development business in Tennessee and the
southeast for the last ten years and has been involved with over
fifty million dollars worth of development. He said that plans
at the present time are to construct low-density, low-rise one-
story office warehouse buildings and construction of eight, two-
story townhouse, two bath, two bedroom units, containing
approximately 1300 sq. ft., on the 120 ft. residential buffer
along Bailey St. He pointed out that zoning behind Days Inn is
C-3 all the way to Bailey St., with no buffer directly to the
south of the parcel up for rezoning.
It was noted that the visuals before the Council were not
available to persons attending the Planning Commission Meeting.
Mr. Jim Hughes, a resident of the neighborhood, represented the
property owners who were in opposition to the rezoning. He noted
the following as reasons why the rezoning should be denied: (1)
devaluation of property (2) decline in quality of life for the
neighborhood (3) concerns regarding school children with
increased traffic flow (4) deterioration of streets already in
need ·of repair (5) preservation of air quality for residential
area possibly hindered by the type of vehicles connected with
warehouse operations (6) zoning desired not ideal for the
residential area (7) concern that the plan proposed might not be
completed leaving the possibility of some other undesirable
development close to the residential neighborhood.
Mr. Brannon stated that the intent of the developer is to finish
the proposed construction as described and illustrated to the
Council. He pointed out that Parrish St. would not be developed
all the way to Bailey St. according to the proposed development
of the parcel and said that a cul-de-sac, suggested by City
Engineer Reel, would be a good alternative as street
configuration was discussed. He said that the time table for
completion of the project is slated for the fall of 1990 or the
spring of 1991.
During discussion
said that street
developer.
regarding street design, City Engineer
completion is the responsibility of
Reel
the
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15. 1990
7:55 p.m. -9:32 p.m.
The developer stated that construction of the commercial area and
the townhouses would be done simultaneously.
At this time Mayor Swaim gave opportunity for opposing parties to
the rezoning to confer regarding a compromise and continued with
the agenda.
GENERAL: COMMITTEE REPORT (Alderman Fletcher)
Alderman Fletcher reported that the request of the committee is
for the City Attorney to review the city ordinance that relates
to the control of vicious dogs and advise the Council as to
whether or not more stringent measures may be imposed with regard
to control of the same.
City Attorney Vaughan said that what is now imposed by
Jacksonville Municipal Code is the most restrictive measures
that can be supported by case law. He added that further
restrictions would be questionable with regard to
constitutionality.
It was pointed out by Alderman Knight that a
adoption of animals was received from Animal
Breeding which may merit action by the Council .
letter regarding
Controller Hagan
Mayor Swaim voiced that he felt Department Supervisor John New
and Mr. Breeding should bring a recommendation to the Council at
their next meeting with regard to a $25.00 security deposit which
would be refunded, upon proof of compliance within a specified
time, of vaccination and sterilization of animals adopted.
Alderman Wilson recommended that the ordinance be worded
a way that future adjustments in the deposit amount
necessary.
in
not
such
be
RESUME AGENDA: REZONING OF PLOT 5, AIR FORCE MAIN GATE DEV. AREA
Mr. Hughes expressed that there is still concern among residents
that the development of the townhouses on the residential buffer
might not be finalized as proposed.
Mr. Brannon stated that the developer would put in writing that
the townhouses would be developed simultaneously along with any
other development on that particular tract of land. He pointed
out the possibility of land purchase by the developer which may
extend the residential buffer proposed at this time.
He said that development of the C-3 zoned parcel is
financial stages at this time noting that the cost
commercial development is approximately one million eight
thousand dollars.
in the
of the
hundred
After discussion regarding a
building permit would
commitment by the developer that a
be requested for townhouse
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
February 15, 1990
7:55 p.m. -9:32 p.m.
construction along with construction of the commercial
development .and upon the advice of City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
the following motion was made.
Alderman Keaton moved. seconded by Alderman Knight that the City
Attorney prepare an ordinance for the rezoning of 312 ft. of Plot
5 LRAFB Main Gate Dev. Area to C-3 as requested in conjunction
with an agreement between the developer and the City of
Jacksonville that upon requesting a building permit. the total
project. as proposed to the Council. is included.
and Discussion ensued regarding the closing of Parrish Street
the establishing of a cul-de-sac in the development
consideration with no definite action by the Council taken
same. Mr. Brannon, representing the developer, said that
under
on the
the
cul-de-sac is favorable to the development scheme.
By a voice vote. NINE (9) Aldermen voted AYE.
ABSTAINED. MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Alderman Wilson
Mayor Swaim announced that City Hall would be closed on February
19, 1990 for PRESIDENT'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION.
( ADJO~:
Mayor Swaim declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 9:32
p.m.
Respectfully,
City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 1, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
February 15, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
February 1, 1990
COMMITTEE REPORT: "FIRE SAFETY-THROUGH
EDUCATION"
REZONING REQUESTS: ORDINANCE 923 (#3-90)
PART OF PLOT 5, AIR FORCE BASE MAIN GATE
DEV. AREA South of Nixon and North of
Parrish St. from R-3 to C-3
RESOLUTION 420 (#3-90) RE: Authorizing
Memorandum of Intent to Issue Industrial
Dev. Rev. Bonds
Recommendation of Water Commission to
appoint Mr. Steve Fikes to fill the
unexpired term of Bill Carpenter
(4/20/1997)
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 1. 1990
7:34P.M. -8:12 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville. Arkansas met in
Regular Session on March 1, 1990 at the regular meeting place of
the Council. Alderman Gary Fletcher delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
and Keaton were present. PRESENT, eight (8). ABSENT, two (2).
Aldermen: Knight and Twitty were absent. Mayor Swaim also
answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, City Engineer Duane Reel, Code
Enforcement Officer Wayne Cox, Fire Chief Rick Ezell, Planning
Commission Chairman Kenny Elliott, petitioners, other city
employees, interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of February 15, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Marshall Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 1.
1990 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Smith. Lewis. Coop, Ray,
Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson and Keaton voted AYE. NAY 0.
MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT: COMMITTEE REPORT: "FIRE SAFETY-THROUGH
EDUCATION"
Ald. Keaton pointed out that the purpose of the committee to
help the residents of Jacksonville to improve the safety of their
property and their families is well under way. He said that the
program has been expanded by the Fire Department and introduced
Fire Chief Ezell who noted committee members, Fletcher,
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Williamson and Keaton from the Council as well as members of
Fire Department and interested citizens and related that
the
the
consensus of the committee was to stress fire
education which is the key to preventing loss of life.
prevention
He introduced Capt. Vanderhoof of the Fire Department who
presented the following as efforts in the educational program;
distribution of 10,500 pieces of literature in 1989, a juvenile
program which gives exposure of fire equipment to participants.
participation in the Junior Fire Marshall Program which included
distribution of 2,400 "911" coloring books, programs in the
public school with a 75% feedback rate, information availability
to apartment and mobile home park residents with regard to smoke
detectors and free inspections of the same. He said that 6,000
smoke detector surveys were distributed and also noted that a
film library on fire prevention is in the process of being put
together pointing out art work of some of the Fire Department
employees which has aided in compiling a coloring book for
children. He said that distribution of fifty to one hundred
thousand pieces of literature is targeted for 1990 pointing out
that agencies such as insurance companies are contacted with
regard to free literature covering fire prevention and education.
He pointed out that all sources having free information are
being utilized in efforts to educate the public at large and
requested input from the Council and help from civic
organizations in the efforts being put forth by the Fire
Department.
Chief Ezell said that efforts are being made to make fire
prevention a part of school curriculum.
Words of
committee
appreciation were expressed by Mayor Swaim and the
for the efforts of the Fire Department.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION: REZONING REQUESTS: ORDINANCE 923 (43-90)
PART OF PLOT 5. AIR FORCE MAIN GATE DEVELOPMENT AREA South of
Nixon and North of Parrish Street from R-3 to C-3
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ORDINANCE 923 <* 3-90)
N ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS. (GENERAL LOCATION: Part of Plot 5, Air Force Base Main
Gate Development Area lying South of Nixon Street and North of
Parrish Street); AMENDING ORDINANCES NUMBER 213 AND NUMBER 238
OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman
that Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL
Aldermen: Smith. Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Williamson, and Keaton voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
eight (8) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
CARRIED.
Ray,
CALL:
Fletcher.
received
MOTION
Mayor Swaim asked that City Attorney Vaughan explain the contract
which is made a part of the ordinance.
Attorney Vaughan explained that the contract is the result of
previous discussion at the last City Council Meeting between
property owners in the area of the parcel up for rezoning. He
related that Ordinance 923 would be valid when the contract is
signed by Mayor Swaim and the Parish Street Partners or their
representative. He said that the contract states that the
residential property will be developed at the same time the
commercial property is developed and that there will be a buffer
zone between the commercial and residential area.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith
Vaughan.
Mayor Swaim recognized Mr. Jim Hughes who questioned when and
where the the contract would be signed.
Mayor Swaim said that when all parties are available, the
contract would be signed at his office.
Questions were raised by Mr. Hughes regarding the Bill of
Assurance to which City Attorney Vaughan explained that said bill
governs the right of the property owners, is enforced by the
property owners, and has nothing to do with the City of
Jacksonville.
City Engineer Reel explained that the zoning code adopted by the
City of Jacksonville mandates setbacks which cannot be overridden
by a Bill of Assurance explaining that when the same is submitted
by a developer. it is reviewed by the Engineering Department.
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He said that anything which does not comply with Jacksonville
Municipal Code is called to the attention of the developer at
that time and a request is made that all minimum requirements are
met. Mr. Hughes raised a question regarding underground
utilities for the project to which City Engineer Reel replied
that the option for the same is left with the developer.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Smith. Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson and Keaton
voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received eight (8) affirmative votes,
(0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Fletcher moved. seconded by Alderman Coop . to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Smith. Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher.
Williamson and Keaton voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received eight
(8) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Whereupon. City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the Ordinance for the
SECOND TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Smith. Lewis, Coop, Ray,
Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson and Keaton voted AYE. NAY 0.
Motion received eight (8) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Smith, Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson and Keaton
voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received eight (8) affirmative votes.
(0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 923 THIS 1st DAY
OF MARCH 1989.
GENERAL: RESOLUTION 420 <*3-90) RE: Authorizing Memorandum of
Intent to Issue Industrial Development Revenue Bonds
A RESOLUTION AUTIIORIZING A MEMORANDUM OF INTENT BY AND BETWEEN
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS, AND REGAL WARE. INC.
PERTAINING TO THE ISSUANCE OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE
BONDS FOR FINANCING THE COSTS OF ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING AND
EQUIPPING INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES; AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS
RELATING THERETO.
(
Alderman Fletcher moved,
resolution 420 be read.
Attorney Keith Vaughan read
Alderman Fletcher moved,
resolution 420 be APPROVED
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seconded by Alderman Wilson that
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon. City
the Resolution.
seconded by Alderman Wilson that
AND ADOPTED. MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS : Recommendation of the Water Department to appoint
Mr. Steve Fikes to fill the unexpired term
of Bill Carpenter/term to expire 4/20/1997
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that Mr. Steve
Fikes be appointed to the Water Commission for a term to expire
4/20/1997. MOTION CARRIED.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim announced that the new City Hall facility will
probably be completed in May noting that the public address
system in use at the present time is on trial for use in the new
facility.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Smith moved seconded by Alderman Fletcher that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:12 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
.~A.~.J./
Lula M. Leonar ~
City Clerk-Treasurer
~xL)~ MAYOR
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
A2~N~A
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 15. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Animal Control)
(Fire Department)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
Regular City Council Meeting
March 1, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
February 15, 1990
a. Regular Monthly Report/FEBRUARY 1990
b. Regular Monthly Report/FEBRUARY 1990
DISCUSSION: Trash pick up
a. Request to RENAME NORTH FRONT ST to DR.
HUDSON AVENUE
b REZONING REQUEST: ORDINANCE 924 (#4-90)
Keathley Subdivision I So. HwY 161 &
Railroad overpass I from C-3 to C-2
14. GENERAL: Non-Agenda I RESOLUTION 421 (#4-90) RE: Police Dept.
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
BLOOD MOBILE will be at City Hall
Thursday March 19, 1990
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REGULAR C I 1Y COUNCIL MEET lNG
March 15. 1990
7:30 p.m. -7:48 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN, JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on March 15, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the council. Alderman Smith delivered the invocation after
which a boy scout, Nicholas Kaszcauk, led the standing audience
in the "Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Coop, Ray. Wilson. Fletcher,
Williamson. Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT NINE (9).
ABSENT (1) .. Mayor ~ai~1 _answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
(\k\e1 ll!t)Yl 1---e ~V(,b \ \)rt _. q·IJscll v ·
Others present for the meeting were: Asst. City Attorney Bobby
Bamburg. Fire Chief Rick Ezell, Asst. Deputy Clerk Teresa
Parker, City Engineer Duane Reel. Planning Commission Chairman
Kenny Elliott. other city employees. interested citizens and
members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of March 1. 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that the
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of February 15. 1990
be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Regular Monthly Report for February. 1990, of the Jacksonville
Animal Control Department which reflects $784.50 in REVENUE
RECEIVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith, Coop, Ray,
Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted Aye. Nay
0. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Regular Monthly Report for the month of February. 1990. of the
Jacksonville Fire Department which reflects an estimated fire
loss of $70,450.00 for the month be APPROVED. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Coop, RaY. Wilson, Fletcher,
Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION
CARRIED.
W).TER OEP).RTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT;
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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT: DISCUSSION: TRASH PICK UP
Mayor Swaim selected the following committee to work with Mr.
Billy Gilmore and City Attorney Keith Vaughan with regard to
improving the trash collection system for the city: Aldermen:
Emma Knight, Joe Williamson, Avis Twitty and Mr. Roland Roy, a
citizen at large.
PLANNING COMMISSION: Request to RENAME NORTH FRONT STREET/DR.
HUDSON AVENUE
Mayor Swaim expressed that members of Dr. Hudson's family and
friends have requested the street name change. It was pointed
out that there are no homes facing the street, no addresses will
need to be changed and that the request is reasonable in that the
gentleman made worthy contributions to the City of Jacksonville
during his lifetime. He said that the Planning Commission has
approved the request and recommends approval by the Council.
It was noted by Planning Commission Chairman Elliott that the
request to rename North Front Street also requested that the
street be impr.oved which the Planning Commission did not approve.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that North Front
Street bejrenamed Dr. Hudson Avenue without improvements. MOTION
CARRIED .
It was pointed out by Asst. City Attorney Robert Bamburg that no
public hearing is necessary in the street name change action.
b. REZONING REQUEST: ORDINANCE 924 (#4-90)KEATHLEY SUBDIVISION
I SO. HWY 161 & RAILROAD;OVERPASS from C-3 to C-2
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS. (GENERAL LOCATION: KEATHLEY SUBDIVISION LOCATED
BEHIND TilE OXFORD INN, SOUTii HIGHWAY 161); AMENDING ORDINANCES
NUMBERS 213 AND 238 OF TilE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; AND.
FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim expressed
of the parcel from
Planning Commission
denied which was also
that the Commission approved the rezoning
C-3 to C-2 at the March 12, 1990 Regular
Meeting but that a Preliminary Plat was
pointed out by Chairman Kenny Elliott.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Knight ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson,
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Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received eight (8)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by Asst. City Attorney Robert Bamburg.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the reading of
Ordinance 924 be dispensed with in its entirety. ALDERMEN:
KNIGHT. SMITH, COOP, RAY, WILSON, FLETCHER, WILLIAMSON. KEATON
AND TWITTY VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Twitty that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton
and Tw i tty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. ACCEPTED
ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Ray , to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING.
ROLL CALL, Aldermen~ Knight. Smith. Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, Asst. City Attorney Robert Bamburg
read the Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray,
Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes. (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, Asst. City Attorney
Robert Bamburg read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith,· Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 924 THIS 15th DAY
OF MARCH 1989.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim announced that the BLOOD MOBILE will be at City Hall
Thursday, March 9, 1990 from 8:30 to 11:30.
He said there will be an appointment to the Housing Authority for
consideration at the next Regular City Council Meeting.
NON AGENDA ITEM: Mayor Swaim asked for any other business before
adjournment.
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Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that RESOLUTION
421 be placed on the agenda for action. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson, Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0.
It was pointed out that the press received a copy of the
Resolution at the beginning of the present City Council Meeting.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman
RESOLUTION 421 be read. MOTION CARRIED. Asst.
Robert Bamburg read RESOLUTION 421.
Keaton that
City Attorney
A RESOLUTION CONDEMNING THE ACTIONS OF CERTAIN POLICE OFFICERS OF
THE JACKSONVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT; REQUESTING THAT A REVIEW BE
MADE BY THE MAYOR AND/OR CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION; THAT A FAIR
AND JUST PUNISHMENT BE ADMINISTERED TO THOSE OFFICERS; AND. FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that RESOLUTION
421 BE APPROVED.
Alderman Fletcher expressed that many are being punished by the
actions of a few. He expressed disappointment in leadership of
the Police Department expressing apology to innocent policemen
who may have been hurt by comments he has made previously.
MOTION CARRIED. RESOLUTION 421 PASSED MARCH 15, 1990.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Keaton that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 7:48 p.m.
Respectfully,
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
A~~H:QA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 5, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Animal Control)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
Regular City Council Meeting
March 15, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
March 1, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/MARCH 1990
(Noted Overtime Logging)
a. SCAN PRESENTATION by Lynn Simms
b. RESOLUTION 422 (i5-90) RE: CONDEMNATION
OF 101 DENNIS LANE
c. RESOLUTION 423 (i6-90) RE: CONDEMNATION
OF 106 ROOSEVELT CIRCLE
d. DISCUSSION RE: ADOPTION OF A NOISE ORD.
e. DISCUSSION RE: MONACO APPEAL
a .. RE-APPOINTMENTS: RESOLUTION 424 (i7-90)
(1) JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY
Mr Robert Whatley (term to expire 3/17/95) I
(2) WASTEWATER UTILITY, Mr Marshall Smith
(term to expire 4/20/95)
(3) WATER DEPT. Mr. John Davis (term to
expire 4/20/98)
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS: PROCLAMATION SIGNING: FAIR HOUSING MONTH at the
CAPITAL BUILDING, LITTLE ROCK, THURSDAY, APRIL 12,
1990 7:30 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT:
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 5. 1990
7:39 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met 1n
Regular Session on April 5, 1990 at the regular meeting place of
the Council. Alderman Gary Fletcher delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag .
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith,
Williamson were present.
Aldermen Coop, Keaton and
(7). ABSENT, three (3).
Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and
Alderman Lewis came in at 7:40 p.m.
Twitty were absent. PRESENT, seven
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan .
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Code Enforcement Officer John
New, Officer Mark Monaco, petitioners, other city employees.
interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of March 15, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Reedie Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Larry Wilson that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of March 1.
1990 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that the regular
Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Animal Control Department
which reflects $862.00 in REVENUE RECEIVED BE APPROVED. ROLL
CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
and WiOlliamson voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim noted that he has had the Animal Control Department
keep up with overtime hours adding that never in the history of
the city has the personnel in that department been paid overtime.
He said that comp time has been given but that it appears that
there is going to be justification for overtime pay according to
the records being kept which will be reviewed in six months.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
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ADDITION TO AGENDA: Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman
Smith that an Ordinance regarding waiving of competitive bidding
be placed on the agenda. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith.
Lewis. Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and Williamson voted AYE. NAY 0.
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL:
a. SCAN PRESENTATION by Lynn Simms
No presentation was made due to the absence of Ms. Simms.
b. RESOLUTION 422 (#5-90) RE: CONDEMNATION of 101 Dennis Lane
A RESOLUTION DECLARING REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 101 DENNIS LANE,
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, A NUISANCE; AUTHORIZING THE CONDEMNATION
AND REMOVAL OF ANY AND ALL HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS EXISTING ON SAID
PROPERTY; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that Resolution
422 be read. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith. Lewis. Ray,
Wilson, Fletcher and Williamson voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION
CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Vaughan read RESOLUTION 422.
There was no representation from the audience for the item of
business .
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that Resolution
422 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
c. RESOLUTION 423 (#6-90) RE: CONDEMNATION of 106 Roosevelt Cr.
A RESOLUTION DECLARING REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 106 ROOSEVELT
CIRCLE, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS. A NUISANCE; AUTHORIZING THE
CONDEMNATION AND REMOVAL OF ANY AND ALL HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
EXISTING ON SAID PROPERTY; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY: AND, FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
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Alderman Fletcher moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson
Resolution 423 be read. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon.
Attorney Keith Vaughan read Resolution 423.
that
City
There were no comments from any person in the audience with
regard to the item of business.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Resolution
423 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
d. DISCUSSION RE; ADOPTION OF A NOISE ORDINANCE
Alderman Reedie Ray introduced Mrs. Norma Moore, a resident
beside 118 Blakely Rd.
City Attorney Vaughan related that the Arkansas Criminal Code
covers the matter under disorderly conduct and that a warrant for
the arrest of the persons responsible should be filed by those
persons affected by the noise.
She related facts regarding loud band music from the residence at
118 Blakely Rd. at all hours of the night over a five month
period. She pointed out that she had called the police at least
six times and that other neighbors have also called regarding the
nuisance. She informed the Council using records from a calendar
where she had logged the dates and times of the calls she had
made.
There was discussion regarding warrants, the manner in which the
policemen had investigated the complaints, formation of an
ordinance which would aid in keeping peace and protecting those
whose rights have been violated.
City Attorney Vaughan said that passage of a noise ordinance
would require Police Department enforcement in the same way the
criminal code set by state statute is enforced at this time .
Alderman Ray and Mrs. Moore voiced that there had
between police officers and the persons at the
residence with regard to the noise problem.
been
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contact
Blakely
Alderman Smith noted complaints against Skateworld on Loop Rd.
Mayor Swaim said that he would make contacts with mayors of other
cities about noise control in their communities.
The consensus of the Council was to continue requests for Police
protection and form a committee to study control by ordinance.
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7:39 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
A committee was formed consisting of Aldermen Fletcher. Ray,
Smith. Wilson and Attorney Vaughan to work on a noise ordinance.
e. MONACO APPEAL
City Attorney said that within a thirty day period. the Council
could appeal the judge's decision regarding the Mark Monaco case.
He did not make a recommendation to the Council.
After a short discussion the following motion was made.
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Knight that no appeal
be filed with regard to the Monaco lawsuit decision by the court.
MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS: (1) JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY I Mr. Robert
Whatley (term to expire March 17. 1995)
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
RESOLUTION 424 be tabled until the next Regular Council Meeting.
Alderman Knight voiced that the delay was to give time for
clarification regarding questions of bankruptcy and the
residential status of Mr. Whatley.
Mr. Bob Boyd of the Housing Authority commended all commissioners
on the Housing Authority. He said that Mr. Whatley had served
the community well in the position for several years and affirmed
the appointment recommendation.
A short discussion ensued and Alderman Knight withdrew the
motion. Alderman Wilson who seconded -the motion, pointed out
that the table motion was ofauoiavaml thatthatscd$s~ossibnd had
taken place. THE MOTION DIED.
Alderman Fletcher moved. seconded by Alderman Williamson that
RESOLUTION 424 be read. MOTION CARRIED with all present voting
aye except Alderman Wilson who voted NAY. Whereupon City
Attorney Keith Vaughan read RESOLUTION 424.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Smith
RESOLUTION 424 BE APPROVED.
that
Mayor Swaim explained that the Jacksonville Housing Authority,
the Housing Facilities Board and the Jacksonville Water and Sewer
Commissions, by right of state statute. appoint their members. He
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said that in the event the appointment is not ratified by the
Council. they continue to serve until someone is appointed to
said office.
Alderman Gary Fletcher made several comments regarding Mr.
Whatley and his proving himself through his service to the
community.
Alderman Knight voiced that her concerns do not involve past
service but that she does have concerns regarding the future.
At this time Mayor Swaim called for a vote on the
motion. MOTION CARRIED. Alderman Wilson voted
Whatley's term to expire March 17, 1995.)
aforestated
NAY. (Mr.
(2) WASTEWATER UTILITY I Mr. Marshall Smith (term to expire
April 20, 1995)
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Mr.
Marshall Smith be appointed to the SEWER COMMISSION for a term to
expire April 20, 1995. MOTION CARRIED.
(3) WATER DEPARTMENT I Re-appointment of Mr. John Davis for a
term to expire April 20, 1998
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that Mr. John
Davis be re-appointed to the Jacksonville Water Commission for a
term to expire April 20, 1998. MOTION CARRIED.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim announced that there would be a proclamation signing
with regard to FAIR HOUSING MONTH at the Capitol Building in
Little Rock Thursday, 12 April 1990 at 7:30 p.m. and invited all
interested parties to attend.
NON-AGENDA ITEM
ORDINANCE NO. 925 <*5-90)
AN ORDINANCE WAIVING COMPETITIVE
REPAIRING THE SWIMMING POOL FOR
ARKANSAS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
BIDDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Park and Recreation Director Annabelle Davis said that major
repairs are needed in the fiber glass lining of the city pool
which will cost approximately $7 ,500 .00 . She said that only one
person, Jerry Baldwin, has been found who can do the job thus
making the ordinance necessary . She said that the Park &
Recreation Commission will meet Thursday, 12 April. 1990 ' and the
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matter will be finalized. She said the expense, which was not
budgeted, can be covered without adversely affecting the 1990
budget.
Alderman Williamson noted that sometimes things like this occur
when the low bid is chosen.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Smith, that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and Williamson,
voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received seven (7) affirmative votes,
(0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Ordinance read FIRST TIME
by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Knight, that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and Williamson voted
AYE. NAY (0). Motion received seven (7) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
I Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray, to
I
1 suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher
and Williamson voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (7)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the Ordinance for the
SECOND TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson, to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray,
Wilson, Fletcher and Williamson voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion
received seven (7) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson, that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and Williamson voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received seven (7) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 945 THIS 5th DAY
OF APRIL 1990.
Alderman Wilson voiced that he felt the ordinance was enabling
legislation agreeing with statements made previously by Alderman
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Ray that there should be someone to give some competition with
regard to the cost of repair.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim noted that the new city hall complex is nearing
completion and expressed appreciation to the DAR for dogwood
trees donated by their organization which are blooming at this
time. He said that an account has been set up at both banks for
landscaping contributions.
He said the first City Council Meeting of May could possibly be
held in the new building.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Ray moved seconded by Alderman Fletcher that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:25 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
~);..~ ~M. Leonard-
City Clerk-Treasurer
MAYOR
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 19# 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
April 5, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
March 15, 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Fire Dept.) Regular Monthly Report/MARCH 1990
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT: ~Funding Request/N. Pu. Co. Drug Task Force
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:~
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
REQUEST TO ACCEPT BIDS:
1. 1990 Street Striping Program
2. 1990 Street Over-lay Program
3 . 1990 Slurry-Seal Program
a. REQUEST TO ACCEPT BIDS:
Re-roofing the City Library
b . ORDINANCE 926 (*6-90) RE : $2,000,000
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE INDUSTRIAL DEV.
REV. BONDS I REGAL WARE, INC.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville. Arkansas met in
Regular Session on April 19, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Smith delivered the invocation after
which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge of
Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT TEN (10).
ABSENT (0). Mayor Swaim answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Keith
Vaughan, Fire Chief Rick Ezell, Asst. Deputy Clerk Teresa
Parker, City Engineer Duane Reel, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum,
other city employees, interested citizens and members of the
press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of April 5. 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR
Alderman Ray
minutes of the
be APPROVED.
CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
moved, seconded by Alderman
Regular City Council Meeting of
MOTION CARRIED.
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
Lewis
March
that the
15. 1990
Mayor Swaim declared a Public Hearing open at 7 :30 p.m. as
advertised regarding an issue of bonds for Regal Ware Inc.
There were
hearing was
7:41 p.m.
no comments pro or con on the issue and
officially closed by Mayor Swaim at
CONSENT AGENDA:
the public
approximately
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Coop that the
Regular Monthly Report for March 1990, of the Jacksonville if-{;_~,J-'d,t
which reflects an estimated fire loss for the month of $37,400.00. ·
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith. Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson.
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted Aye. Nay 0.
MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
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POLICE DEPARTMENT:Mayor Swaim pointed out that he had received
letters from Police Chief Neely and the Task Force requesting
funding adding that his recommendation is that the money
($2,312.50) be taken from the contingency fund. He said the
matching fund would assure that program will continue through 1990.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that $2,312.50
be taken from Contingency Fund matching funds to continue the
North Pulaski County Drug Task Force for the year 1990. MOTION
CARRIED.
STREET DEPARTMENT: REQUEST TO ACCEPT BIDS:
(1) 1990 Street Striping Program
BID SHEET INFORMATION: STREET DEPT. DATE OPENED: 12 March 1990
BIDDER: STAFFORD ENTERPRISES
BI D ITEM: 1 990 STREET S RIPI NG PR OGRAM
ITEM NO. 1 DESCRIPTION: 40,000 L.F. STREET STRIPING
UNIT: . 09/LF TOTAL: 3600. 00 '
(Plus Tax) 4% 144.00
County Tax 1% 25.00
Special Tax 1% 25.00
TERMS: NET 30
DELIVERY: AS REQUIRED
TOTAL: 3794.00
No bid was received from ASPHALT MAINTENANCE CO.
FUNDING: 1990 STREET DEPARTMENT BUDGET RECOMMENDED AWARD TO
STAFFORD ENTERPRISES
(2) BID SHEET INFORMATION: STREET DEPARTMENT
DATE OPENED: 12 MARCH 1990
BID ITEM: 1990 STREET OVER-LAY PROGRAM
BIDDER: FRESHOUR CONSTRUCTION CO. INC.
ITEM NO. QUAN. DESCRIPTION UNIT TOTAL
VINES CONSTRUCTION CO.
1 . H.M.A.C.
TOTAL PRICE
TERMS:
DELIVERY:
LAID IN
PLACE
100-200 TONS 32.00
500-1000 T. 29.00
1000-2000 T. 22.84
2000-4000 T. 22.84
OVER 4000 T. 22.84
DEPENDS ON AMOUNT LAID
AS REQUIRED
UNIT TOTAL
37.50
32.50
24.86
24.86
24.86
No bids were received from CRANFORD ASPHALT CO. AND SALT CREEK
PAVING CO.
FUNDING: 1990 ST, DEPT. BUDGET RECOMMENDED AWARD TO: FRESHOUR
CONST. CO. INC.
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(3) BID ITEM: 1990 SLURRY-SEAL PROGRAM DEPARTMENT: STREET
DATE OPENED: 12 MARCH 1990
ITEM NO. 1 QUAN. DESCRIPTION: 0-100,000 SQUARE YARDS
BIDDER: B.A.S.S. INC. 0.79/SY
TOTAL PRICE: DEPENDS ON AMOUNT LAID DELIVERY AS REQUIRED
No bid was received from ASPHALT MAINTENANCE CO.
FUNDING: 1990 STREET DEPARTMENT BUDGET
RECOMMENDED AWARD TO: B.A.S.S. INC.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the striping and overlay costs were
lower than in 1989 and that the slurry-seal costs remained the
same.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the low bid
as recommended on each bid be accepted. MOTION CARRIED.
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL:
a. Request to accept bid: Re-roofing of City Library
There was general discussion regarding the type of roof to be
installed during which it was noted that bids were let for more
than one type of roof and that one bid was received. Mayor Swaim
said that the re-roofing would be the same process used at the
hospital and recommended acceptance of the bid.
It was suggested by Alderman Keaton that a bond be required from
the manufacturer adding that what he has seen at Rebsamen Memorial
Hospital looks very good.
Mayor Swaim noted that there is a ten year warranty with regard
to labor and material. He pointed out also that the low bid did
not include other repairs planned for the interior of the library
as concerns were expressed by Alderman Ray.
Concerns were expressed by Alderman Ray regarding the durability
of the polyurethane styrofoam roof over a period of years as he
made reference to problems with a similar roof at Remington Mfg.
Co.
City Engineer Reel explained the process which will be used in
the re-roofing of the library adding that the finished roof will
be approximately 1 1/2 inches thick when completed.
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BID SHEET INFORMATION: RE-ROOFING CITY LIBRARY
GENERAL FUND DATE OPENED: 12 MARCH 1990
DEPARTMENT:
BID ITEM: Re-roofing City Library
BIDDER: HOSTETLER ROOFING UNIT 0 TOTAL $31,880.00
No bids were received from KNOX-GILL ROOFING CO ., A.W. HEPP &
CO., OSMET ROOFING SYSTEMS INC.
TOTAL PRICE FROM HOSTETLER ROOFING $31 .. 880.00
TERMS: UPON COMPLETION OF JOB
DELIVERY: CONTINGENT ON FAIR WEATHER (35 DAYS A.R.O.)
FUNDING: SPECIAL REPAIR FUNDS APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL
RECOMMENDED AWARD TO: HOSTETLER ROOFING
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the
Hostetler Roofing bid be accepted to repair the roof at the
Jacksonville Library. MOTION CARRIED.
b. ORDINANCE 926 (*6-90) Re: $2,000,000 CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS I REGAL WARE, INC.
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING PERMANENT FINANCING
FOR INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES; AUTHORIZING A TRUST INDENTURE
SECURING THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING A LEASE AND AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS, AS LESSOR, AND REGAL WARE,
INC.,. AS LESSEE; AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF THE BONDS;
AUTHORIZING AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
During the reading of the Ordinance for the FIRST TIME,by City
Attorney Keith Vaughan, the following motion was made.
Alderman Ray moved, second by Alderman Keaton to dispense with
the reading of Ordinance 926 in full. MOTION CARRIED with all
ten Council Members voting AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED ..
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis , that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher , Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson , to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
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CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Coop that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0 . Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Coop, that the
EMERGENCY CLAUSE be APPROVED AND ADOPTED ROLL CALL; Aldermen:
Knight, Smith. Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 926 THIS 19TH DAY
OF APRIL 1989.
NON -AGENDA ITEM: ORDINANCE 9 2 7 (i7-90)
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Coop to suspend the
rules and placed Ordinance 927 (i7-90) on the agenda. MOTION
CARRIED.
AN ORDINANCE WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF
PURCHASING A USED VEHICLE TO BE UTILIZED BY CITY DEPARTMENTS AS A
COMMAND POST I HAZ/MAT UNIT: DECLARING AN EMERGENCY: AND. FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
Fire Chief Ezell explained that there is a requirement by OSHA
that any response to a hazardous material incident must be
instituted through an incident command system; required by law
since March of 1990. He said that an old ambulance has been used
as a command post but that it is not sufficient for the persons
and agencies represented when such incidents occur. He said
that a motor home will work as a command post due to the fact
that they are self sufficient with a power supply and space for
everyone who needs to be involved. He said that the unit could
be set up and housed at the Fire Station.
Mayor Swaim noted that a study regarding haz/mat response in the
county has been done adding that Little Rock and North Little
Rock has a response center set up at present, that volunteer
departments do not, and that cities in the area are left with the
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responsibility of providing the posts. He said that the sale of
two fire trucks for $18,500.00 which was put in an equipment
fund for such purpose as the haz/mat unit is available for the
purchase.
Alderman Keaton related that the incident which occurred on Loop
Rd. recently regarding a train derailment was chaotic. He noted
that portable phone systems were used and that as he observed the
situation he felt it would have been difficult to be in complete
control of the group .
Mayor Swaim noted that the county and state plan dictates that
the Mayor, the Fire Chief and the Police Chief must be at the
command post at any major incident which he added is practiced in
the City of Jacksonville. He said that the only problem is one
of communication which must be done outside the unit due to lack
of space inside.
Chief Ezell explained that the Police Department is the EOC 1n
the event of a haz/mat situation at Vertac pointing out that if
the police station building had to be evacuated, that the Graham
Road Fire Station, which does not have communication equipment
installed. would serve as a backup to the Police Department.
He related that it might be possible to drop phone lines into a
mobile unit.
He said that five gallons or more of a material on the most
hazardous list of approximately 300 chemicals, prepared by the
Federal Government, is considered due a response and should be
reported by the Fire Department.
He pointed out that unannounced, uninvited questions from OSHA
could cause problems for the city in that the deadline for
complying with regulations is past.
Mayor Swaim noted that four portable phones, one for himself, the
Fire Chief. the Police Chief and the Street Department were
purchased last year in an effort to cover such situations.
Chief Ezell noted that lists regarding hazardous materials will
be on file in the command post.
ORDINANCE 927 (i7-89)Re: WAIVING OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING
TO MEET HAZ/MAT REQUIREMENTS BY OSHA I PURCHASE OF A COMMAND POST
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Keaton ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
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Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan .
Alderman Coop pointed out that he whole heartedly endorsed the
ordinance not because of an existing condition but that it is
needed in that Jacksonville is a city of 30,000 people.
Fire Chief Ezell noted that there always exists the threat of an
explosion and Mayor Swaim pointed out that a command post was
used at the staged plane crash at Jacksonville High School.
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher , Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Coop that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson.
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED .
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 927 THIS 19th DAY
OF APRIL 1989.
NON-AGENDA ITEM: RESOLUTION 425 (# -90)
A RESOLUTION ASKING FOR A RESPONSE FROM THE EDITOR
CIRCLE MAGAZINE REGARDING THE BASIS FOR A RECENT
INACCURATELY INDICATES THAT A HIGHER THAN NORMAL
HEALTH PROBLEMS EXISTS IN OUR COMMUNITY .
Alderman Smith introduced the item to the Council
OF' THE FAMILY
ARTICLE WHICH
INCIDENCE OF
He voiced that an article in Family Circle Magazine has not done
the city any good and that the resolution requests that someone
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from the staff of the magazine come to the city and get
adding that efforts are being made to make the city a
place to live.
facts
better
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Coop to suspend the
rules and place Resolution 425 <*8-90) on the agenda for action.
MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Resolution
425 be read. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman
approached
fueled by
shows that
Fletcher voiced that he felt the
with caution and that he hopes the
the resolution. He said that an
outsiders do see good things here.
matter should be
fire will not be
increase in jobs
Mayor Swaim pointed out that one factory did not locate here due
to the deal made them by the state in which they did locate and
the price of the building purchased for their operation; not a
contamination problem.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Resolution
425 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Coop made a request that the Street Committee and the
City Engineer get with the Highway Department regarding the
intersection of Stanfill Road with Military Road due to the loss
of a life there recently.
Mayor Swaim asked that Alderman Ray chair a committee formed to
work on drafting an ordinance to control noiso wjlhin tho city
limits.
ANNOUNCEMENTS :
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Twitty that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:25 p.m.
Respectfully,
~-~~~u 'L ul _....M. Leonard
City Clerk-Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
A!!~N~A
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 3, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Animal Control)
(Police Dept.)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
April 19, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
April 5, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/APRIL 1990
Regular Monthly Report/JAN. FEB., MAR. 1990
Committee Report RE: Street Improvements
Committee Report RE: Trash Collection Imp.
Committee Report RE: Ordinance/Noise Regul.
PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION
Fred Conley for a term of five years
May 9, 1990 -May 9, 1995
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 3. 1990
7~30 P.M. -7:45 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville. Arkansas met in
Regular Session on May 3. 1990 at the regular meeting place of
the Council. Alderman Marshall Smith delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen:
Williamson
7:32 p.m.
ABSENT, one
Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson. Williamson.
and Keaton were present. Alderman Fletcher came in at
Aldermen Twitty was absent. PRESENT. nine (9).
( 1) .
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Code Enforcement Officer John
New. Officer Mark Monaco, petitioners. other city employees,
interested citizens and members of the press.
r PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of April 19. 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of April 5,
1990 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT: /POLICE DEPT:
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
regular Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Animal Control
Department. for the month of April. 1990. which reflects $683.00
in REVENUE RECEIVED BE APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight.
Smith. Lewis, Ray, Coop, Wilson. Fletcher. and Williamson voted
AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Lewis moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
regular Monthly Reports of the Jacksonville Police Department.
for the month of January, 1990. which reflects FINES AND BOND
FORFEITURES of $33,612.31 AND MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS' $220.00
totaling $33.832.31; for the month of February. 1990 which
reflects FINES AND BOND FORFEITURES of $32.889.67 and
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS of $213.10 totaling $33,102.77 and for the
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 3. 1990
7:30 P.M. -7:45 P.M.
month of March. 1990 which reflects FINES AND BOND FORFEITURES of
$46.584.66 and MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS of $259.00 totaling
$46.843.66. be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith.
Lewis. Coop. Ray, Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT: COMMITTEE REPORT RE: STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Mayor Swaim introduced City Engineer Duane Reel who updated the
Council with regard to improvements for a hazardous condition
which exists at the intersection of Stanfill Rd. and Military Rd.
The Mayor pointed out that the matter of possible changes on
Shannon Drive is in review by the Planning Commission after which
it will be brought before the City Council for action.
Mr. Reel noted that an accident approximately two weeks ago
claimed a life at the intersection of Stanfill and Military. He
said that there is a visibility problem at the intersection
noting that HWY 294 falls under the jurisdiction of the State
Highway Department. He said that he had contacted the department
with regard to redesign that would enhance visibility and was
told that there are no funds available for improvement at this
time. He related that the department asked that he write a
letter outlining the problem, requesting a study of the
layout; noting that recommendations from the department would
follow as to what they could do.
He said that alternatives had been looked at which would entail
purchase of property which would not be feasible.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that a request has been made to make the
street dead end at Military Road and requested that a traffic
count be made on Stanfill Rd.
Alderman Wilson suggested that the possibility of a right turn
off Stanfill Rd. on to Military Rd. going west be given
consideration.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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7:30 P.M. -7:45 P.M.
Mayor Swaim said that he had viewed the situation and
there would have to be a lot of property acquisition in a
turn improvement.
that
right
Mr. Reel said
the Planning
committee at
options.
that the Shannon Drive improvement was presented to
Commission previously and that the matter is in
this time with that body looking into several
Mr. Reel
Stanfill
visibility
would be
expensive!
said that the ultimate solution for the HwY 294
Rd. situation would be to flatten the curve so
to the left of the intersection from Stanfill
improved. He said that the improvement would
and
that
Rd.
be
It was pointed out that asphalt program will begin when the
weather permits and that slurry seal will begin as soon as school
is out.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT: Committee Report Re: Trash Collection
Improvements
Alderman Joe Williamson reported that the committee met and
recommends that trash at vacant houses be picked up, pointing out
that it gets strewn and also noting that charging property owners
would still be done with regard to construction materials picked
up by the Sanitation Department.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL: Committee Report Re: Ordinance/Noise Regulations
Alderman Ray said that the committee is still
information from other cities who have taken such
recommendations were submitted to the Council.
waiting
action;
APPOINTMENTS: Fred Conley for a term of five (5) years
(May 9, 1990-May 9-1995)
for
no
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Williamson that Mr.
Fred Conley be appointed to the Park and Recreation Commission
for a five-year term beginning May 9. 1990 and ending May 9.
1995. MOTION CARRIED.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 3, 1990
7:30 P.M. -7:45 P.M.
NON-AGENDA ITEM: TRICKEY LANE LAND ACQUISITION
Mayor Swaim pointed out that he, the City Attorney and the City
Engineer have been working with the State Highway Department
on acquiring easements on the Trickey Lane Projects.
He said that a settlement has been reached with a cost to the
city of $1.100.00.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the rules
be suspended and the item of Trickey Land Acquisition be placed
on the agenda for action. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim said that his recommendation is to take the $1,100.00
from the One-Cent Sales Tax Fund; said amount being in addition
to $83,950.00 already spent by the City of Jacksonville on the
project.
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by the Alderman Wilson
$1.100.00 be taken from the One-Cent Sales Tax Fund for
Trickey Lane Project. MOTION CARRIED.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
that
the
Alderman Wilson moved seconded by Alderman Fletcher that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 7:45 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
MAY OR
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 17. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
May 3, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
April 19. 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(Fire Department)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
Regular Monthly Report/APRIL 1990
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT: PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO Mr. Bobby
Hickingbotham
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
ORDINANCE 928 (*8-90) RE: REQUEST TO REZONE
a parcel on South Road south of Raney Place
from R-1 to R-3 owner: Mrs. Grace Wright
a. DISCUSSION: Fireworks Display-joint
effort between LRAFB and the City of
Jacksonville
b. DISCUSSION: Options re: Charges to
Commercial Trash Haulers
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 17. 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:05 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the
Regular Session on May
of the Council. Alderman
which Boy Scout Troop
"Pledge of Allegiance" to
ROLL CALL
City of Jacksonville. Arkansas met in
17, 1990 at the regular meeting place
Ray delivered the invocation after
216 led the standing audience in the
the flag.
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop. Ray. Wilson. Williamson
and Keaton were present for ROLL CALL. Alderman Twitty c~e in at
approximately 7:35 p.m. and Alderman Fletcher came in at
approximately 8:00p.m. PRESENT (10). ABSENT (0). Mayor Swaim
answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Keith
Vaughan. Fire Chief Rick Ezell. Asst. Deputy Clerk Teresa
Parker. City Engineer Duane Reel. Sanitation Superintendent
Billy Gilmore. other city employees. interested citizens and
members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of May 3. 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR
Alderman Smith
minutes of the
be APPROVED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
moved, seconded by Alderman
Regular City Council Meeting of
MOTION CARRIED.
Wilson that the
April 19. 1990
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Lewis. that the
Regular Monthly Report for April 1990. of the Jacksonville
Fire Department which reflects an estimated fire loss for the
month of 25,950.00 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight.
Smith. Lewis. Coop. Ray. Wilson. Williamson and Keaton voted AYE.
NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREE:r DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT: PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE to Mr.
Bobby Joe Hickingbotham (DEVIATION IN AGENDA)
) :
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING !o'.E>
May 17, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:05 p.m.
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION: ORDINANCE 928 (#8-90) RE: REQUEST TO REZONE
a parcel on South Road south of Raney Place from R-1 to R-3
(owner -Mrs . Grace Wright) .
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN TilE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE.
ARKANSAS. (GENERAL LOCATION: PROPERTY ADJOINING 1110 SOUTH
ROAD): AMENDING ORDINANCES NUMBERS 213 AND 238 OF 1HE CITY OF
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY: AND, FOR 01HER
PURPOSES.
City Engineer Reel explained that the property is located beside
property recently rezoned on which construction of a Pathfinder
unit is to be located and that the rezoning of this parcel is
recommended by the Planning Commission without any stipulations.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Coop ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Williamson and Keaton
voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received eight (8) affirmative
votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Ordinance read
FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Coop that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Williamson, Keaton and
Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9) affirmative
votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. ACCEPTED ON FIRST
READING.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson , to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
roeoivo4 nino (9) affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION
CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Williamson, Keaton and
Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9) affirmative
votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 17, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:05 p.m.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 928 THIS 17th DAY
OF May 1990.
GENERAL:
a. DISCUSSION: Fireworks Display-joint effort between LRAFB and
the City of Jacksonville
Mayor Swaim expressed that the Chamber of Commerce is also
participating in the fireworks display.
He said that fourth of July events are sponsored annually by the
LRAFB ending with a fireworks display. He related that an award
won by the city as the outstanding MAC community that a special
display is desired. He said that a request has been presented to
the City of Jacksonville to participate in funding the event and
pointed out that the Chamber of Commerce is contributing
$1,000.00. He requested that the City Council consider a like
contribution.
It was pointed out by Alderman Williamson that in times past
requests from the LRAFB have been made to the city regarding
contributions for fireworks displays and have been turned down.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Keaton that $1,000.00
from the Contingency Fund be contributed toward the LRAFB
Fireworks Display scheduled for July fourth, 1990. MOTION
CARRIED.
Alderman Wilson added that it needs to be made clear that the
event is open and available to all residents of Jacksonville.
Mayor Swaim noted that the baseball game is in the afternoon and
the fireworks display at approximately 8:30 p.m. or 9:00 p.m.
b. DISCUSSION: Options re: Charges to Commercial Trash Haulers
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the court has ruled that
can be imposed to Commercial Trash Haulers by the
Jacksonville, but not in the manner which has been used
past.
a charge
City of
in the
City Attorney Keith Vaughan said that several options are
available mentioning that he feels two are legally feasible to
consider: (1) to give all those hauling trash in Jacksonville
commercially a notice that on a certain date they will no longer
be able to operate in the city -going out between now and then
for bids for one commercial hauler for the entire city with a set
fee to the hauler and a set fee to the customer as set by the
City Council annually and (2) charge per dumpster according to
the size of each.
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7:30 p.m. -8:05 p.m.
Mayor Swaim expressed that one other option is that the City of
Jacksonville opt to take over the commercial trash hauling on its
own. He said that it is apparent that a profit can be made in
the business noting that the Sanitation Department strives to
break even. He said that information from other mayors regarding
commercial trash hauling by their city is that the regular
garbage system is subsidized by the endeavor. He noted that the
initial cost of equipment is the main expense adding that
manpower would not be.
It was suggested by Alderman Wilson that the Sanitation
review the situation and that the Council be made aware
committee meetings with forthcoming recommendations.
Committee
of the
Mayor Swaim noted that Alderman Knight and Alderman Williamson
are the standing Sanitation Committee members adding that the
Council, Mr. Wilkins and other trash haulers or citizens of the
community will be welcome to the open meeting.
He said that he is not prepared to make any recommendation to
raise sanitation fees at this time.
NON-AGENDA ITEM:
(1) TRAFFIC LIGHT AT LOOP AND NORTH FIRST ST.
City Engineer Duane Reel said that letters have been sent to the
various commercial areas who have said that they will participate
in the project. He said that they will be billed for 20% of the
final cost and installation which he said could be complete
within eight to ten weeks.
He noted that the developer of the Commercial Subdivision on
which McDonald's is located is to bring some plans for street
development.
Alderman Keaton voiced that he desires that the Council take more
stringent measures regarding placing a traffic light at the
intersection of North First and Martin Street. He related that
the total expense be born by the City of Jacksonville, if
necessary, due to the fact that control at the intersection is
needed now. He pointed out that there have been numerous
accidents there and that people avoid the intersection.
Mayor Swaim requested that City Attorney Vaughan prepare a
resolution which can be presented by the Council to the State
Highway Department regarding traffic signals at the intersection.
Fire Chief Ezell said that the latest accidents covered by his
department at Martin and No. First have been multi-car accidents.
(2) Mayor Swaim voiced that a recycling program is needed and
suggested that a committee be formed.
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7:30 p.m. -8:05 p.m.
He related that information was received during a recent trip to
Washington that by the year 1992 we should be recycling 25% of
our goods. He said that legislation will mandate what we do if
we do not voluntarily adapt a program for recycling on our own.
He said that it might be possible to apply for grants to aid in
the development.
A committee was formed consisting of Alderman Smith, Chairman,
Pat Griggs, Aldermen Lewis and Keaton, Sanitation Superintendent
Billy Gilmore and one other citizen at large to be appointed by
Mayor Swaim.
It was noted by Alderman Wilson that consideration be given by to
a location where persons can bring goods to be recycled.
RESUME AGENDA:
PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO Mr. Bobby J. Hickingbotham
Mayor Swaim made the presentation voicing that the plaque is
appropriate as he noted that Mr. Hickingbotham has been most
instrumental in the development of the baseball program in the
City of Jacksonville. He pointed out that endless time and
effort has been expended by Mr. Hickingbotham in improving all
sports programs in the area.
Mr. Hickingbotham accepted the plaque and expressed that he had
received much JOY in the efforts that he put forth during the
past 12 years.
Mayor Swaim said that the new City Hall complex is still
incomplete with no definite moving date given.
He said that the incineration process is also on hold noting that
he toured the plant on May 17, adding that in the near future it
is hoped that a press day can be set up for review by anyone
desiring to visit the plant. He said that the process 1s very
technical and sophisticated and that a trial burn is hoped to
begin in June or July.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
A change in command at Little Rock Air Force Base was announced .
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:05 p.m.
Respectfully,
Lu a: M. Leonard MAYOR
City Clerk-Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 7, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
May 17, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
May 3, 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(POLICE DEPT:)
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular Monthly Report/APRIL 1990
Regular Monthly Report/May 1990
a. DISCUSSION: RESOLUTION 426 (#9-90)
Re: TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT MARTIN ST.
HWY 161
b. DISCUSSION: Appropriation of funds
TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT MARTIN ST & HWY 161
COMMITTEE REPORT RE: FEES TO COMMERCIAL
TRASH HAULERS
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 7. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:10 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on June 7, 1990 at the regular meeting place of
the Council. Alderman Reedie Ray delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Williamson, Twitty and Keaton were present., PRESENT,
ABSENT, one (1) . }\Lcln ,)Ht ,, ~ '" ,·ns ~\!(( ,) cdJ'/C:' f\{
Fletcher,
nine (9).
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Code Enforcement Officer John
New, City Engineer Duane Reel, Sanitation Superintendent Billy
Gilmore, petitioners, other city employees, interested citizens
and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of May 17, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORREC T ION OF MI NUTE S :
Alderman Coop moved. seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 3. 1990
be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT: /POLICE DEPT:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that the
regular Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Police Department.
for the month of April. 1990. which reflects FINES AND BOND
FORFEITURES of $37.422.37 AND MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS $344.00
totaling $37,766.37 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight.
Smith. Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson. Keaton and Twitty
voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray that the
regular Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Animal Control
Department. for the month of May 1990. which reflects $780.00
in REVENUE RECEIVED BE APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight.
Smith, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson Keaton and Twitty
voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
CITY OF .JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
.JUNE 7. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:10 P.M.
STREET DEPARTMENT: DISCUSSION: RESOLUTION 426 (:1=9-90)
Re: TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT MARTIN ST. AND HIGHWAY 161
Mayor Swaim introduced the resolution which was drafted by the
City Attorney upon instruction from the Council following a
meeting with the Highway Department during which a request was
made regarding a traffic control device at Martin and Highway
161.
ESOLUTION URGING THE ARKANSAS HIGHWEAY AND TRANSPORTATION
DEPARTMENT TO CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN AN ELECTRONIC TRAFFIC
CONTROL DEVICE AT THE INTERSECTION OF ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY 161
(NORTH FIRST STREET) AND MARTIN STREET; AND. FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that
Resolution 426 be read. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the resolution.
Mayor Swaim asked that item (b.), DISCUSSION: Appropriation of
funds: TRAFFIC SIGNALS at Martin St. and HwY 161 be included in
any consideration given Resolution 428. He said that his
proposal is to appropriate $35,000.00 from the Sales Tax Fund and
place the signals with city funds upon permission from the
Highway Department.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the
Resolution be amended to include the $35,000.00 appropriation
from the Sales Tax Fund of the City of Jacksonville for
installation of a Traffic Control Device at Martin Street and
Highway 161.
A discussion followed regarding the desire for the traffic
control devise at Martin Street and HwY 161.
It was noted by City Engineer Reel that approval of the design
would come from the State Highway Department.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 7. 1990
7:30P.M. -8:10P.M.
A vote was taken at this time concerning the aforestated motion.
MOTION CARRIED by a UNANIMOUS VOTE.
It was suggested by Alderman Coop that a time
construction be included with presentation of
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
table regarding
the resolution.
SANITATION DEPARTMENT: Committee Report Re: Commercial Trash
Haulers
Alderman Joe Williamson reported that the committee met and
discussed ways to handle the privilege tax situation for
commercial trash haulers. He said that there are three (3)
alternatives; (1) that the city haul the commercial trash (2)
put the service out for bids to the highest bidder or (3), which
he said is favored by the committee, to charge per dumpster.
He said a recommendation would be coming to Council after their
next meeting.
It was stated by Mayor Swaim that approximately $28,000.00
annually is received from commercial trash hauler fees and that a
cost of half a million dollars could equip the city to operate
the business.
Mr. Gilmore presented financial data received from the three
commercial trash haulers now operating within the city which he
presented to the Council. He stated that the easiest way to take
care of the fee is to charge per dumpster with regard to size
which he said is his recommendation at $7.00 per month.
Permitting each unit with regard to measure was discussed.
Reedie Ray agreed with the $7.00 charge per dumpster.
Mr. Wilkins, owner of WSC, and his legal council were given
opportunity to speak to the Council.
Alderman Coop voiced that the City of Jacksonville will soon be
asked to JOln a solid waste authority which will develop solid
waste disposal facilities pointing out that the $7.00 charge per
dumpster regardless of its size may not be the best decision.
Mayor Swaim stated that it is estimated that in 1995 the City of
Jacksonville will be paying a dumping fee of $67.00 per ton of
garbage and suggested that an ordinance be passed annually.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 7, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:10 P.M.
The general consensus of the Council was that the City
prepare an ordinance using a fee charge of $7.00 per
per month noting an annual renewal date.
Attorney
dumpster
Mayor Swaim recognized Mr. Carpenter, the attorney representing
Mr. Wilkins. WSC owner.
He voiced that he felt the $7.00 fee is going to hurt the
commercial businesses noting that it would be the highest
privilege tax charged any business as he compared the fee with
rates spelled out in the ordinance governing rates charged other
businesses operating within the city.
A discussion ensued in which ~emarks from Mr. Carpenter, the
Mayor and the Council commented on the method used in the past by
the City of Jacksonville to collect commercial trash hauler fees.
Mayor Swaim stated that in 1978 an agreement was made between
the three trash haulers doing business in the city of
Jacksonville that a fee of $25,000.00 was a fair amount to charge
for the service. He added that two of the three companies feel
today that the fee is still fare and reasonable.
Mayor Swaim noted that the ruling of the Supreme Court was that
the City of Jacksonville can charge waste haulers a fee. He
pointed out that no suggestions, which were asked for from the
three commercial haulers doing business within the city, 'have
been received from WSC with regard to what a fair charge would be.
Mr. Carpenter pointed out that he felt there are other types of
hauling going on within the city which are not dealt with 1n the
manner used in dealing with the commercial trash hauler.
The proposal from the Council was for City Attorney Vaughan to
draft an ordinance setting forth a commercial trash hauler fee of
$7.00 per unit per month.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL:
Swaim mentioned that a letter has been NON AGENDA: Mayor
received from Bob's
registered complaints
He noted that parking
are causing a problem
Express Lube and that other businesses have
regarding activity in and around Skateworld.
lots have been blocked, unruly crowds etc.
in the area.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 7. 1990
7:30P.M. -8:10 P.M.
During a discussion regarding the problem which exists with
regard to those patronizing Skateworld, Mayor Swaim pointed out
that places for young people to go are critical and that he is
not advocating closing anything, noting that one night a week
seems to be the real problem. He said that a change in program
formatting by the owner might be one solution.
Alderman Fletcher voiced that he has met with the owner of
Skateworld and that it seems that a handful of persons are
causing the problem and that capacity of the building is 600 at
present with a total of 78 parking places.
There was a consensus of the Council that business people, the
Council, the Mayor and all interested persons should meet and
talk the situation over.
Mayor Swaim asked that Alderman Fletcher co-ordinate a group
meeting with, Skateworld owner Mr. Raymond Ellis, local business people
and any other alderman who would like to get involved in seeking
a solution to the problem. Alderman Ray volunteered to help and
the Council suggested that Police Chief Neely attend the group
meetings also.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS :
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Ray moved seconded by Alderman Coop that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:10 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
M. Leonard
Clerk-Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 21. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
June 7, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION •
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
May 17, 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(FIRE DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
·13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL: a .
b.
c.
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular Monthly Report/APRIL 1990
REZONING: LOT 130 Briarfield Subdivision
FROM R-0 to C-2 I ORDINANCE 929 (#9-90)
DISCUSSION: SETTING FEES FOR COMMERCIAL
TRASH HAULERS I ORDINANCE 930 (#10-90)
RESOLUTION 427 (#10-90) RE: Turning the
911 system back to Pulaski County
DISCUSSION: Purchase of 8.96 acres (Old
HwY Dept. Bldg) on Industrial Dr.
JULY 4, 1990 CELEBRATION -CITY HALL WILL
BE CLOSED!!
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 21. 1990
7:30 P.m. -8:20 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on June 21, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Smith delivered the invocation after
which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge of
Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher.
Williamson. Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT (10). ABSENT
(0). Mayor Swaim answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Keith
Vaughan, Asst. Fire Chief Bill Baldridge. Asst. Deputy Clerk
Teresa Parker. City Engineer Duane Reel. Sanitation
Superintendent Billy Gilmore. other city employees. interested
citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of June 7, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR
Alderman Knight
minutes of the
be APPROVED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the
Regular City Council Meeting of May 17. 1990
MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson. that the
Regular Monthly Report for May 1990, of the Jacksonville
Fire Department which reflects an estimated fire loss for the
month of $5,400.00 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight,
Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson. Keaton and
Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED .
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS ~~
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 21, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION: ORDINANCE 929 (=11=8-90) RE: REQUEST TO REZONE
LOT 130, Briarfield Subdivision, (General Location: northwest corner
of Loop Road and Military road, (Arkansas HwY. 294))
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE.
ARKANSAS, (GENERAL LOCATION: NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOOP ROAD AND
MILITARY ROAD (ARKANSAS HWY. 294)); AMENDING ORDINANCES NUMBERS
213 AND 238 OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS; AND. FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Knight ,that ~Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
~Knight. Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
~Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
()affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
<::( Ordinance read FI.RST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
<X Mayor Swaim related that the property owner went door to door in
the adjoining neighborhood with regard to the construction of a
convenient store which the rezoning will permit.
Alderman Coop related that consideration should be given to the
fact that there is a school crossing on Loop Rd. noting that
increased traffic may make it necessary to construct an overhead
walk way at the present crossing to insure the safety of the
school children.
Mayor Swaim said that it has been requested that an entrance and
exit be constructed off of Loop Rd.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. ACCEPTED
ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Ray, to suspend
the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL.
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
received ten (10) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION
CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop,
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE.
NAY 0. Motion received ten (10) affirmative votes. (0) negative
votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan
read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 21. 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 929 THIS 21st DAY
OF June 1990.
GENERAL:
a. DISCUSSION: Setting Fees for Commercial Trash Haulers 1
ORDINANCE 930 (#10-90)
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received ten (10)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim opened the matter for discussion before Atty. Vaughan
read the Ordinance.
Alderman Fletcher and Smith voiced that they were not comfortable
with charging a flat rate.
Mayor Swaim
charge: ( 1)
dumpsters with
at $6.00 and 8
noted the following as options to
cost per individual dumpster
regard to yardage together, 2-3's
and up at $8.00.
the flat rate
(2) grouping
at $5.00, 4-6's
It was pointed out by
penalized no matter how
per container fee is
penalizing those users.
Alderman Keaton that someone will
the fees are set. He added that if
adopted, it appears that the city
get
the
is
Alderman Ray voiced that the $7.00 fee is the most equitable one;
that a sliding scale always penalizes someone.
Alderman Williamson suggested that bids be received from trash
haulers desiring to work in the city.
Attorney Vaughan pointed out that the court ruled in a recent
lawsuit between the City of Jacksonville and WSC that nothing is
illegal· about charging a percentage on a franchise
and that what the city had done was not considered a franchise.
Alderman Wilson suggested passage of a selective sales tax,
Alderman Knight voiced that she agreed.
A discussion ensued regarding a tipping fee which is used to fund
recycling and which is paid by all trash haulers.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 21, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
Alderman Wilson suggested that the ordinance with the charge of
$7.00 per dumpster be considered and looked at annually with
regard to adjusting the fees. He voiced that policing the
collections by commercial haulers would be very expensive.
Billy Gilmore noted that commercial trash haulers have up to this
time volunteered information regarding the number of dumpsters
they service in the city when the information was requested.
Mayor Swaim said there was no problem with the honor system being
used up to this time.
Mr. Gilmore noted that the charge to residents is $6.50 per month
regardless of the number of bags and pointed out that
consideration is being given to graduating the commercial hauler
fee.
City Attorney Vaughan read the ORDINANCE for the FIRST TIME.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson, that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson
and Twitty voted AYE. Alderman Keaton voted NAY (0). Motion
received nine (9) affirmative votes. one (1) negative vote. MOTION
CARRIED. ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Ray, to suspend
the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL.
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
Williamson and Twitty voted AYE. Alderman Keaton voted NAY (0).
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, one (1) negative vote.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson to
flll:-ther suspend the rules ~nd pl~ce. the 01-dina.nce on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop,
Ray, Wilson, Williamson and Twitty voted AYE. Alderman Fletcher
and Keaton voted NAY. MOTION CARRIED. AYE. NAY 0. Motion
received eight (8) affirmative votes. two (2) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Coop, Ray, Wilson .. Williamson and Twitty
voted AYE. Alderman Fletcher and Keaton voted NAY. Motion
received eight (8) affirmative votes. two (2) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 930 THIS 21ST DAY
OF JUNE 1990.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 'r4
JUNE 21. 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
b. RESOLUTION 427 (#10-90) re: Turning the 911 system bac~ to
Pulaski County
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Resolution
427 be read. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis, Coop,
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted AYE.
NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
City Engineer Reel said that the two persons who have worked with
his office with regard to the 911 system will be finishing the
~north part of the county before the end of July and will move to
~another area. He pointed out that the head of emergency services ~ for Pulaski County said that passage of the Resolution would help
~him in acquiring some equipment needed in composing data.
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It was pointed out by Alderman Wilson that the 911 operation 1n
Jacksonville would not be affected by the action of the Council.
City Engineer Reel said that the 911 system used by the City of
Jacksonville and the one used by the county are different and
that the work done through his office has been to address
locations in the county. He added that in the event areas are
annexed into the city the 911 system would be in place and become
part of the city network.
Alderman Coop moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Resolution
427 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
c. DISCUSSION: Purchase of 8.96 acres (Old Highway Dept.
Building) on Industrial Drive
Mayor Swaim noted that in 1988 six (6) acres, on which the new
city hall is now being constructed, were purchased on
Industrial Drive from the Highway Department and that they have
agreed to the sale of the 8.96 acres which ends at a fence just
south of the buildings now standing on the property at the end of
Industrial Drive. He said the cost of the acreage is a very
reasonable $99,900.00 and that the sale is contingent on Federal
Government approval.
He stated that funding is available from a capital improvement fund
which was set aside to save money for this purpose.
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that an offer
of $99,900.00 be made to the Highway Department for 8.96 acres
of land on Industrial Drive;. (Legal Description not available)
MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS:
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 21, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
ANNOUNCEMENTS :
Mayor Swaim announced that City Hall will be closed July
He encouraged participation in the festivities at LRAFB
date and noted the prestigious award honoring the
Jacksonville as the most outstanding community in all of
force adding that the celebration would be tremendous.
4, 1990.
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City of
MAC air
Alderman Gary Fletcher encouraged that something on a local level
be done to honor Mr. Joe Bratton of the Fire Department who won
the National Paramedic of the Year Award.
Mayor Swaim said plans are to make a presentation at the July 5.
1990 City Council Meeting.
Other comments were made regarding the outstanding work of the
paramedics of the Jacksonville Fire Department as well as Dr. Tom
Wortham.
Mayor Swaim noted that the move into "New City Hall" will
hopefully take place the last week of June. He noted that more
furniture will have to be purchased.
Alderman Smith announced that the committee to study re-cycling
would met Thursday, June 28th, at City Hall, 109 South Second
Street.
Mayor Swaim noted filing information provided during the meeting
from the office of the City Clerk.
NON-AGENDA ITEM:
Mayor Swa1m introduced Mr. Jim McKenzie from METROPLAN who made a
slide presentation on a study regarding the re-cycling of solid
waste to which Jacksonville contributed $10.000.00. total cost
being $139,000.00 so far. (See *below)
City Clerk Leonard voiced appreciation to the Council tor
opportunity to attend the 44th IIMC Conference in Little
during the month of May.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Twitty that
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:20 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
'?u M. Leonar
City Clerk-Treasurer
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*After adjournment. Mr. McKenzie made the presentation regarding
re-cycling.
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___AGENDA
OPENING PRAYER:
ROLL CALL:
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5~ 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
June 21, 1990
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
CONSENT AGENDA:
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT.)
WATER DEPARTMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
June 7, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/JUNE 1990
8t
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING CO:tJllliiiSSION:
14. GENERAL: a.
b.
c.
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
PRESENTATION by Chief Ezell honoring
Paramedic Joe Bratton
REPORT by Mr. Lowell Kincaid re: NEW JAIL
AUDITORS ANNUAL REPORT (Book form included
in Aldermen's packet)
Air Condition Repair I Elderly Activities
Center
ORDINANCE 9 3 1 (*11-90) RE: ADOPTION OF
ANIMALS
HOSPITAL COMMISSION: Reappointment of
McLyle Zumwalt I Appointment of Mike Fisher
CO:tJllliiERCE CORPORATION GOLF SCRAMBLE JULY
10, 1990 -FOXWOOD COUNTRY CLUB
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING -
1412 WEST MAIN. JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on July 5, 1990 at the regular meeting place of
the Council. Alderman Ma.rsha.ll Smith delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Smith, Lewis, Coop, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson.
Twitty and Keaton were present. Alderman Knight came in at
approximately 7:38 p.m. Alderman Ray was absent. PRESENT. nine
(9). ABSENT, one (1). Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL and
declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Code Enforcement Officer John
New, Fire Chief Rick Ezell, Asst. Fire Chief Bill Baldridge,
Finance Director Gene Kelley, Paul Mushrush, petitioners, other
city employees. interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of June 7, 1990 for study and action at the ne*t
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Robert Lewis that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 7, 1990
be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Alderman Smith, Lewis, Coop. Wilson.
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. Alderman
Knight had not yet arrived for the meeting. Alderman Ray was
absent. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:
Alderman Coop moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
regular Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Animal Control
Department. for the month of May 1990. which reflects
$946.00 in REVENUE RECEIVED. BE APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight. Smith, Lewis. Coop, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: PRESENTATION by Chief Ezell honoring Paramedic
Joe Bratton
Chief Ezell presented a plaque to Mr. Bratton in
his winning the National Asmund A. Laerdal Award
the Year. Chief Ezell expressed that Mr. Bratton
Fire Department, the City of Jacksonville and
Arkansas by his accomplishments.
recognition of
as Paramedic of
has honored the
the State of
Mr. Bratton gave a synopsis of the criteria used in choosing the
recipient of the award.
Mayor Swaim presented a Certificate of Honor from the City
Council representing th'e community and expressing appreciation
for the outstanding qualities Mr. Bratton has displayed.
Appreciation was expressed by those in attendance by a round of
applause and words of appreciation.
POLICE DEPARTMENT: Report by Mr. Lowell Kencaid re: "New Jail"
Mayor Swaim introduced Mr. Kencaid who updated the Council
regarding constuction of the Regional Jail Facility.
He · voiced that $33 mi 11 ion dollars is anticipated to construct
the facility. He said that the correctional plan is about 80%
finished. It was noted that the old county hospital will be
remodeled and that additional land will be purchased in the
general area where the jail is going to be located on Roosevelt
Avenue with utilization of the old jail to house minimum security
prisoners. He said that the "non-smoking" facility will be
very staff efficient noting that a recycling program is planned.
He pointed out that there will be rehabilitation programs such as
alcoholics anonymous, GED programs, literacy programs and
possibly an industrial program.
He related that the ground breaking is planned for September with
a general contractor on board in February and a construction
period of about 18 months. He said there will be BOO beds with
single and double room occupancy and some dormitories. He noted
that the approximate cost for a single bed could be as much as
$50,000.00 per cell and dormitory about $9,000.00.
Mayor Swaim expressed appreciation for the presentation.
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL:
a. AUDITORS ANNUAL REPORT
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
Mayor Swaim introduced Mr. Mack McAlister who introduced his
staff and updated the Council with regard to the annual report.
He said that the report was very good and that no matters were
located which seem to be violations of laws or regulations
related to the financial statement. He said that no internal
weakness were found in the system of internal control. He said
that there are four recommendations regarding internal accounting
controls which are considered to be of a non material nature in
relation to the internal control structure as a whole. There was
no management letter with material criticisms from the auditors.
Mayor Swaim complimented the work of the audit.
Mr. Kelley was introduced by Mayor Swaim to update the Council
with regard to a financial report. He said that there are a lot
more landfill fees to meet with no sales tax money budgeted other
than the $45.000.00 designated from sales tax to the Sanitation
Fund when the 1990 budget was prepared.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the major cost is landfill fees
noting that labor and equipment costs have been kept to a
minimum. He said that the fees for the first five months of the
year averaqed over $5.000.00 just in dumping fees and in the
sixth month was $6.000.00. He pointed out that studies have
pointed out that yard waste is a major problem for landfills and
definitely a cost problem for the City of Jacksonville. He said
that with $50.000.00 to $75.000.00 per year for dumping fees just
to throw limbs and brush away, some method of recycling seems
necessary adding that the U.S. Government is pushing the cost of
landfills down to the municipalities.
Mr. Kelley noted that depreciation has been funded to date in the
Sanitation Department and that replacement of equipment would be
no problem. He said that the diesel equipment. figured on a
seven year depreciation basis. is in the seventh year with
possible replacement this fall.
He said that no department is in trouble at this time .
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7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
He noted that an additional 10% of sales tax money has had to be
pumped into the General Fund Account over the amount at the same
time last year. He said there is no disappointment at this time
with sales tax receipts.
He said that overall the budget is doing just as well
pointing out that at this time in 1989 there was 54.4%
the expenditure budget and at present there is 54.6%.
as 1989
left in
Mayor Swaim commended Mr. Kelley for his work in the handling of
city funds.
b. Air Conditioner Repair I Elderly Activities Center
Mayor Swaim noted that the compressor on the major air
conditioner at the Elderly Activities Center was not in operation
and the cost to repair it was approximately $1,600.00.
He said that the city owns the building and helps to pay some of
the utility bills and bears some of the operation costs, noting
that most funds come from the United Way and Title 20 Programs.
He said that normally there are reserve funds adding that there
has been replacement of some equipment which claimed those funds.
Alderman Knight said that the funding, which cannot be used for
depreciation. mentioned by Mayor Swaim. has decreased and that
the needs of the Elderly Activity Center have almost doubled
noting that the program raises funds within itself.
Alderman Coop voiced that he would like additional consideration
from the management that the building be made available to the
citizens of Jacksonville pointing out that consideration was
given in the construction of the center to local civic use of the
facility.
Alderman Coop moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that the city pay
the $1.612.00 air conditioner repair costs from the Contingency
Fund for the Elderly Activities Center. MOTION CARRIED.
c. ORDINANCE 9 3 1 <*11-90)
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 835 • REQUIRING A
DEPOSIT FOR ANIMALS ADOPTED FROM TiiE ANIMAL SHELTER TO
VACCINATION AND STERILIZATION. DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
OTHER PURPOSES.
SECURITY
INSURE
AND FOR
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Lewis .that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight. Smith, Lewis. Coop, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL
Knight. Smith. Lewis, Coop, Wilson, Fletcher,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION
ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Knight. . that
CALL: Aldermen:
Williamson,
received nine (9)
CARRIED.
Alderman Smith moved . seconded by Alderman Coop to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis, Coop, Wilson,
Fletcher. Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on 1HIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith. Lewis,
(\:)•:::•t-i, Wil~•:::m, F'l~t~h~r. Willi.:~.mson. Ke.:l.ton i:i.nd Twitty voted
P.YE, NA'y' 0, Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes. (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, Ci~y Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight. Smith, Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson.
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 931 1HIS 5th DAY
OF JULY 1990.
APPOINTMENTS:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Lewis that Mr. McLyle
Zumwalt be reappointed to the HOSPITAL COMMISSION for a term to
expire June 30, 1995 and that Mr. Mike Fisher be appointed to the
HOSPITAL COMMISSION for a term to expire June 30, 1995. MOTION
CARRIED.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
Mayor Swaim announced that the City Council has been invited by
the Commerce Corporation to attend an annual fund raiser golf
tournament, to promote industrial development, scheduled for July
10, 1990.
He said that the city hall facility is finished except for
seating in the council chamber adding that possibly the first
meeting in August may be held there.
Mayor Swaim said that parts for the Loop Rd. signal lights have
been ordered and that city employees will be in charge of
installation as the city's match in the project.
He noted that the Ark. HwY Dept. has received the resolution from
the city regarding the Martin St. signal light but that there has
been no response to date.
Alderman Fletcher pointed out that glass remains in the streets
after vehicle accidents and questioned why.
It was explained by Mayor Swaim that there is a standing
agreement with the wrecker company which is called when an
accident occurs that they are supposed to sweep up the glass
adding that he will follow up with the Police Chief regarding the
matter.
Alderman Fletcher requested more police patrol on Harris Rd. due
to vandalism regarding mail boxes.
There was no report given from the committee chaired by Alderman
Fletcher regarding the skating rink problem.
Mayor Swaim said that he would set up a meeting, if it was t'le
desire of the Council, due to the fact that Alderman Fletcher
expressed difficulty in being able to get all parties to agree on
a meeting. It was requested by Alderman Knight that Police Chief
Neely be invited to the meeting.
Mayor Swaim said that asphalt work will begin in August due to
delays because of weather conditions. He said that in the area
of Gray Street repair to streets will be done immediately.
He said that there are two major projects awaiting bids. Brewer-
Braden St. ditches and Stirrup Place.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 5, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:25 P.M.
Mayor Swaim said that $200,000.00, which has been saved and
earmarked for drainage work and capital improvements, is slated
to be spent before the end of 1990 in an effort to eleviate
drainage problems that have existed for ten or fifteen years.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Keaton moved seconded by Alderman Coop that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:25 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
cJ£!l ~. dti-?~.V
Llr l a M. Le ona d' MAYOR
City Clerk-Treasurer
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AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 19. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
July 5, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
June 21, 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(FIRE DEPT.) Regular Monthly Report/JUNE 1990
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT: a. PROGRESS REPORT/SIGNAL LIGHTS/MARTIN ST.
AND NORTH FIRST ST.
b. PROGRESS REPORT/SIGNAL LIGHTS/LOOP RD. &
NORTH FIRST ST.
c. UPDATE/RE-DESIGN of JOHN HARDEN & NORTH
FIRST ST.
d. STATUS REPORT/TRICKEY LANE PROJECT
e. STATUS REPORT/WEST MAIN STREET PROJECT
f. UPDATE & RECOMMENDED CHANGE ORDER FOR
TOWERING OAKS DRAINAGE
g. STATUS REPORT/JACKSON TERRACE DRAINAGE
PROJECT
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL: REPORT: RECYCLING COMMITTEE
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY' COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 19, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:08 p.m.
REGULAR CITY' COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on July 19, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Lewis delivered the invocation after
which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge of
Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
and Twitty were present. PRESENT (7). Aldermen Coop, Williamson
and Keaton were absent. ABSENT (3). Mayor Swaim also answered
ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Keith
Vaughan. Fire Chief Rick Ezell, Deputy City Clerk Teresa
Parker, City Engineer Duane Reel, other city employees,
interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of July 5, 1990 for study and action
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR
Alderman Wilson
minutes of the
be APPROVED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis
Regular City Council Meeting of June
MOTION CARRIED.
City Council
at the next
that the
21. 1990
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis, that the
Regular Monthly Report for June 1990, of the Jacksonville Fire
Department which reflects an estimated fire loss for the month of
$10,375.00 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith,
Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0.
MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Wilson voiced concern that information regarding the
decision of the Fire Pension Board regarding pension fund
investments was learned through the local newspaper and requested
that information be provided to the Council from the board. He
added that although the Council is not legally bound to fund
pensioners, he expressed that he felt the Council would make sure
if a situation were to develop in which funds were not available
to pay persons having earned pensions, funds would be made
available. He said that reports would give opportunity to the
Council to assist if help is needed with pension funds.
Mayor Swaim said that the regular monthly financial report would
be forwarded to the Council members as he pointed out that an
actuarially sound statement is to be received this year.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 19, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:08 p.m.
Mr. Wilson requested a complete report on investments which have
and have not made money during the year.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT: a. PROGRESS REPORT/SIGNAL LIGHTS/MARTIN ST
AND NORTH FIRST ST.
City Engineer Reel said that he has called the Highway Department
~nd. was informed that a traffic study will be started at the neg1nn1ng ot school; catching the intersection at its peak
loading times. He said that a report to the city will be made in
September and that funding will hopefully begin regarding
installation by October. He said there is a possibility that
there will be some federal funding to aid in the endeavor which
would help the city with said cost which was agreed to in
Resolution 426 (#9-90).
b. PROGRESS REPORT/SIGNAL LIGHTS/LOOP RD. 7 NORTH FIRST ST.
He said that all the components for signals at the intersection
have been ordered and that the foundation will be set in place
around the first of August adding that the pole is due to be
shipped around the fifteenth of August. He said that the control
system and the pole are due to be received on the eighteenth with
the system in operation by the first of September.
Alderman Wilson requested that businesses in the area be informed
about the progress of the proJect.
Engineer Reel pointed out that three businesses have
themselves to share in the cost of the project when
cost is determined.
c. UPDATE/RE-DESIGN of JOHN HARDEN AND NORTH FIRST
committed
the final
Engineer Reel said that Alderman Keaton, who has been pushing for
improvement of the intersection, had an accident there a few days
previous.
He said that he called District Six and was told that work would
begin on the improvement not later than two weeks from now.
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JULY 19, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:08 p.m.
d. STATUS REPORT/TRICKEY LANE PROJECT
Mr. Reel noted
construction;
relocation.
that the city has two FAU Projects
one being Trickey Lane and the other West
under
Main
He said that Trickey Lane Project has slowed down due to
relocation of AP & L and GTE utilities but that a mid-November
completion date is projected. It was determined that the project
has been under way between five and ten years.
e. STATUS REPORT/WET MAIN STREET PROJECT
City Engineer Reel said that a lot of progress is being made on
West Main Street noting that the bridge is about 20% complete.
He said that a May 1991 completion date is projected for
clearing, grubbing, earth work and bridge construction with final
completion of all improvements in May of 1992.
f. UPDATE 7 RECOMMENDED CHANGE ORDER FOR TOWERING OAKS DRAINAGE
He said that the contractor has completed facilities up to Pamela
Drive beginning at Jane Drive on the south end of the
subdivision. He said that three utilities in the area caused the
lowering of the grade in order to clear service and sewer lines
in Pamela Drive which makes it necessary to move an additional
717 or so yards of material.
He said the cost of modifying the improvement is approximately
$13,500.00. He said that lowering the grade also made it
necessary to add more blocks to a concrete wall to bring it up to
grade wjth the yards.
He sa.id tha.t a. cha.nge order is requested in the a.rnount of
~26.500,00 from the 1990 Drainage Funds to complete the project.
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the Council
approve the proposed change order requesting $26.500.00 from 1990
Drainage Funds for the Towering Oaks Drainage Project. MOTION
CARRIED.
Alderman Wilson requested that if change orders are needed in the
future, that the Council be appraised of the need earlier than
they were on this particular one.
Mayor Swaim noted that the improvement had not only helped
drainage but the looks of the neighborhood as well.
City Engineer Reel noted that fences were moved and put on the
ditch itself so that property owners can maintain everything up
to the edge of the drainage walls thus expediting ditch
maintenance by the city.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -
JULY 19, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:08 p.m. ~
g, STATUS REPORT/JACKSON TERRACE DRAINAGE PROJECT
City Engineer Reel said that the estimated cost of
$80,000.00, that it is being advertised also
utilities are in the process of being relocated in
He said that bids will be opened August 8, 1990.
the project is
noting that
the endeavor.
The Council enumerated several areas which were flooded when a
recent downpour occurred in the city.
City Engineer Reel related that the asphalt overlay program is
due to start approximately August 15 and that the slurry seal
program will be in process about the same time with no conflicts
between the two. He added that an amendment to the asphalt
program will be forthcoming in that four or more streets need to
be added to the list.
It was pointed out by Alderman Wilson that a place at Main and
James St. and one by the Presbyterian Church needs attention when
the program is initiated.
A discussion ensued regarding improvements at the
overpass with no definite information available as to
State HwY. Dept. has planned to improve ·existing
problems at that point.
railroad
what the
drainage
Consensus of the Council was to make contacts with state
representatives and Mr. Dan Flowers regarding the problem at the
railroad overpass.
Alderman Lewis expressed that persons in the Towering Oaks area
are very pleased with the drainage improvements aforementioned.
He noted drainage problems at O'Neal and Fulton Streets.
Engineer
Community
areas.
PARKS &
Reel said that efforts are being made through the
Development Department to fund improvements for those
RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL: REPORT: RECYCLING COMMITTEE
Alderman Smith said that the recycling committee met and a
decision was made that he and Mayor Swaim would contact persons
and organizations interested in starting recyling programs to try
to get something started on a small scale.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 19, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:08 p.m.
Mayor Swaim said that it appears there is a paper market
and that it may be that this will be the first recycling
of the city adding that a place is needed for storage
collected.
possible
endeavor
of paper
Alderman Smith said that Care Channel and Pathfinder have been
contacted with regard to initiating the program.
Mayor Swaim announced that a meeting is tentatively planned
July 30, 1990 to deal with an existing problem regarding
skating rink and area merchants and rcoidcnto.
Alderman Wilson voiced that a letter of appreciation should
sent to the staff at city hall for the excellent job they
with regard to the move from old city hall to new city
noting the efficient way the needs of the public were met in
transition.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
for
the
be
did
hall
the
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:08 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
~,u )?1,~'
Lula M. Leonard
City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 2. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
July 19, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
July 5, 1990
~-CONSENT AGENDA:
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
a.
b.
c.
REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: COMPUTER FOR
MUNICIPAL COURT
DISCUSSION: ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR
MOSQUITO CONTROL
REQUEST TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO
INSTITUTE A PILOT RECYCLING PROGRAM
A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO PARTICIPATE
IN REGIONAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
AUTHORITY
REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO SELL
MOBILE HOMES FORMERLY USED IN ELDERLY
ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
DISCUSSION: STATUS OF WARD 2 POSITION 2
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 2, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on August 2, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Robert Lewis delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis. Coop, Ray, Wilson, Williamson,
Twitty and Keaton were present. Alderman Fletcher was absent.
PRESENT, nine (9). ABSENT, one (1). Mayor Swaim also
answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, City Enqineer Duane Reel,
Municipal Judge Robert Batton, Asst. Fire Chief Bill Baldridge,
Purchasing Agent Art Hodum, Sanitation Superintendent Billy
Gilmore other city employees. interested citizens and members of
t'he press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor
Meeting
Swaim presented the
of July 19, 1990
minutes of the Regular City Council
for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of July 5, 1990
be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Alderman Knight, Smith, Lewis,Coop,
Ray, Wilson, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. MOTION
CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
NON-AGENDA: Mayor Swaim pointed out that a group was formed to
study ways to improve fire control after a fire at Willow Bend
Apartments approximately a year ago. He said that one solution
was a ladder truck to help control structural fires in buildings
having more than one story. He noted that rescuing persons from
the Towers Building where many senior citizens live would be
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 2. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
difficult without the aid of a ladder truck adding that the
Council gave him authority to accumulate some money to purchase a
ladder truck. He said over $300,000.00 has been saved for that
purpose.
Asst. Chief Bill Baldridge related that an aerial apparatus could
be used in commercial fires, churches etc. and that it could be
very useful in the event elderly persons might need to be rescued
from the exterior of the towers building.
He related
additional
efforts.
ventilation
well.
that the department could use the
pumper which would greatly enhance
He said that the extra equipment,
equipment etc .. could be used by the
unit as an
fire fighting
air bottles,
department as
He said that interior attacks in fire fighting efforts increases
the a lot of risk to the firefighter, noting that the city has
been very fortunate in that there has been no loss of life with
regard to firemen. He said the aerial apparatus would be
advantageous as a safety measure to the firemen as well and that
it can be of use five to ten years down the road. He pointed out
that the initial outlay could possibly be up to ffi450.000.00 but
if consideration is given to the number of useful years of
service the amount does not seem so great.
He related that fire ratings in the community would be better if
the aerial apparatus was available to the department and that it
would aid in the selling of the community to "big business"
prospects. He requested that the Council give the matter in-
depth consideration.
He said that the apparatus being sought would reach approximately
one hundred feet into the a1r. He noted that several factors
make up fire rating status: mentioning man-power and water supply
as well as equipment.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that over $100.000.00 was saved in the
purchase of the last pumper truck purchased by the Fire
Department but that a used ladder truck has not been found for
purchase by the city. He pointed out that the ladder truck would
not be a purchase just for the elderly at the towers but that it
would aid in many fire fighting efforts. He said that bidding on
a new truck could be as near as September or October adding that
it takes a year to build one. He said that $351,000.00 has been
saved at this time toward the purchase.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 2, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
POLICE DEPARTMENT: REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: COMPUTER FOR MUNICIPAL
COURT
Mayor Swaim noted that the item was included in the 1990 budget
and that the overall contractor would buy the hardware locally
and install the software. He said that one bid was received
and that it is $2,098.00 above the $20,000.00 budgeted. He said
that there is no computer availability for processing court
functions at this time.
Municipal Judge Robert Batton pointed out that the vendor at
present has 65 systems in use.
Mayor Swaim also noted that contacts
ElDorado have related to him their
programs.
1n Pulaski County and
satisfaction with the
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the bid
TOTALING $22,098.00 for a computer system for the Municipal Court
from MST GROUP be accepted. MOTION CARRIED.
BID SHEET INFORMATION:
BID ITEM: COMPUTER SYSTEM
D EP .Z\.E.TMENT : MUN I C 1 PAL COURT
DATE OPENED: 26 JULY 1990
BIDDER: MST GROUP
ITEM NO. 1 QUAN. 1 SYS. DESCRIPTION: COMPUTER SYSTEM HARDWARE
AND NETWORK SOFTWARE $11.200.00 SOFTWARE (INCLUDES INSTALLATION
AND 2 DAYS TRAINING) $10.000.00
STATE TAX: $ 848.00
COUNTY TAX $ 25.00
SPECIAL TAX $ 25.00
TOTAL: $22.098.00
STREET DEPARTMENT: DISCUSSION: Additional Funds for MOSQUITO
CONTROL
Mayor Swaim pointed out that there is a need for more mosquito
control than was expected due to the unusual weather conditions
this year and requested that the Council approve an additional
$3.000.00 above the $12.000.00 set aside in the budget process
for mosquito control. He said the material being used 1s by
recommendation of the University of Arkansas test center in
Stuttgart.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that $3,000.00 be
paid from the Contingency Fund for materials to be used in
mosquito control efforts within the city. MOTION CARRIED.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 2, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
SANITATION DEPARTMENT: REQUEST TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO INSTITUTE
A PILOT RECYCLING PROGRAM
Aldlerman Smith stated that the committee formed by the Council
to study recycling has been looking into a pilot program for
recycling in the community. He said that newspapers will
probably be the first product to be utilized and that the Care
Channel and Pathfinders have been contacted to participate in the
endeavor. He noted that two morgan buildings could be purchased
to house the papers with pick up of the papers by the city at a
designated time to be transported to a recycling center. He said
that any funds in excess of the break-even point in the process
would be given to Pathfinders and Care Channel. He related that
the request of the committee is that the Council approve the
purchase of the morgan buildings with money from the Contingency
Fund adding that a cost estimate of the Recycling Pilot Program
will be presented.
Increased costs for waste disposal was discussed with
information given by Mayor Swaim regarding state legislation now
being drawn up which will alter what items will be accePted 1n
landfills. He said that yard waste. limbs, leaves and grass
mainly, would not be acceptable under said guidelines. He
invited any person interested in the waste control endeavor to
contact Ald. lVIarshall Smith. chairman of the Recycling Committee.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that approximately $50,000.00 was
budgeted in 1990 for the dumping of limbs. leaves. grass. brush
and items picked up by the trash service vehicles. He noted that
garbage is not included in this particular pickup. He stated
that the cost of dumping per load of trash in 1987 was $35.00 per
trailer load and that it now is up to $50.00.
Concern was expressed by Alderman Wilson
marketability of items collected for recycling.
regarding the
Mayor Swaim pointed out that a paper market has been locatsed and
pointed out that it will soon become necessary for patrons to
separate garbage items into different containers.
Mayor Swaim said that dumping fees would be down considerably if
paper recycling is pursued.
After a short discussion, Alderman Knight suggested that a
decision by the Council regarding the purchase of the morgan
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AUGUST 2. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
buildings be delayed until the cost is determined. The consensus
of the Council was to make the matter an item on the next agenda.
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL; A RESOLUTION of INTENT to PARTICIPATE IN REGIONAL
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (RESOLUTION 428 (#11-90))
A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CENTRAL ARKANSAS SOLID
WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
Alderman Knight moved.
Resolution 428 be read.
seconded by Alderman Wilson that
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney
Vaughan read the Resolutiion.
Swaim.
trying
He said
table
Mr. Jim McKenzie of Metroplan was introduced by Mayor
said that the Resolution is part of the process in
solve the solid waste problems on a regional basis.
indicates the willingness of the city to come to the
talk with other jurisdictions in the area. He said that
as participants in the endeavor are known. some
mechanisms can be brought b6ck for consideration of the
He said that phase 11 has been completed in the process
proposals will be included in phase 111.
He
to
it
and
as soon
funding
Council.
and that
Mr. Mckenzie noted that the number of landfills 1n the United
States 1s decreasing rapidly as more and more waste is thrown
away pointing out environmental damage to ground water. He said
that EPA Regustions are being changed and that the pooling of
resources is negated by this action.
Mayor Swaim noted that the City of Jacksonville does not own a
landfill at this time and that the chances of getting one
permitted are very slim. He pointed out that the landfill which
is being used by the city at this t1me is also being used by
approximately ten other cities. He said the resolution is a good
one, non-binding at this time and is very important to the
welfare of the residents of the City of Jacksonville.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that resolution
428 be APPROVED.
It was pointed out by Mayor Swaim that development of a garbage
landfill by the City of Jacksonville could run as much as two to
four hundred thousand dollars per acre.
Mr. McKenzie announced a public forum 7:00 p.m. Wednescay, August
8, 1990 at No. Little Rock City Hall to which all interested
parties were invited.
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7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
At this time a vote was taken on the motion to approve RESOLUTION
428. MOTION CARRIED.
b. REQUEST to ADVERTISE for BIDS to SELL MOBILE HOMES FORMERLY
USED in ELDERLY ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
Mayor Swaim related that the mobile homes have been used by the
Elderly Activities Program. the Historical Society, the Fire
Department for training purposes and that they set partially on
the property of the Bailey Street Church of Christ and that a
request has been received from the church that they be moved.
He noted that it has been requested that items retained by the
Historical Society be kept at the "Old City Hall" Complex.
Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Williamson that the
Jacksonville advertise for bids on the mobile homes
used by the Elderly Activities Program. MOTION
Alderman
City of
previously
CARRIED.
c. DISCUSSION: STATUS of WARD 2 POSITION 2
Alderman Lewis introduced the item of business due to calls
the public with regard to a residence change of Alderman
Coop.
from
Steve
Mayor
with
July
for
Swaim read a letter which he received from Alderman Coop
reference to the item of business. He also noted that on
5. he wrote a letter to City Attorney Keith Vaughan ask1ng
a legal opinion which was received on July 16, 1990.
He read the opinion of City Attorney Vaughan which quoted f;ection
14-43310, Arkansas State Law.
He said that he wrote a letter to Mr. Coop on July 20 ..
requesting that a resignation be submitted or that he show
cause why he should continue to serve as an alderman.
1990
legal
Mr. Coop responded by saying that a residence is open to him in
Ward 2 for the remainder of 1990. He noted that a letter of
intent to resign his poistion effective September 1. 1990 was
mailed to Mayor Swaim and requested that Mayor Swaim release
copies of the same to the press. Mayor Swaim read the letter
aloud. (Said letter is on file in the office of Mayor Swaim and
City Clerk Leonard.)
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7:30 P.M. -8:55 P.M.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the letter of
resignation effective September 1, 1990 received by Mayor Swaim
from Alderman Steve Coop be accepted.
At this time Ms. Ruby Brown addressed the problem of incineration
and presented a petition, which is on file in the office of the
C1ty Clerk, requesting enforcement of ordinances pertaining to
the burning of dioxin within the city limits of the City of
Jacksonville.
She also read a letter requesting an election by a majority vote
to replace Alderman Steve Coop. (letter on file in the office of
City Clerk)
Alderman Lewis asked of Alderman Coop that clarification be made
regarding a statement in the letter just read by Ms. Brown as to
moving in the month April.
Mr. Coop voiced that he could not give the specific date of
residency change adding that there is strong argument that his
residency has not changed at this point. He reiterated that he
believes that he can continue to serve the term of his election.
He said that his residence 1s Ja.cl:sonvi lle, Ar1zansas.
He ~;a 1d that
question by
is available
live there.
his house was not for rent in April in response to a
Claudette Hazlett and stated again that a residence
to him in Ward 11 but that he does not desire to
At this time
resignation of
CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
a vote was taken on the motion
Mr. Coop effective September 1,
accepting the
1990. MOTION
Mayor Swaim announced that the Towering Oaks Drainage Project is
almost complete and that work will begin on bids for the
Taneyville Project which bids will be opened August 8, 1990.
Engineer Reel said that the Towering Oaks project would be
completed 1n approximately two weeks and pointed out that
existing fencing was replaced on the ditch walls to aid in
maintenance of ditches and that provisions were made in the ditch
walls during construction to accommodate additional fencing.
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Alderman Smith moved seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:55 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
~ Respectfully,
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City Clerk-Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 16. 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:)
(FIRE DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
August 2, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
July 19, 1990
a. Regular Monthly Report/July
b. Regular Monthly Report/July
a. REVISED ASPHALT OVERLAY PROGRAM
b. REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID/JAXON TERRACE
DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
a. RECYCLING COMMITTEE REPORT
b. REQUEST TO ACCEPT ANALYSIS OF
IMPEDIMENTS OF FAIR HOUSING
c. DISCUSSION: C AT SERVICE
d. RECOGNITION OF SECOND PLACE WINNER I
NATIONAL AAU BASEBALL TOURNAMENT
CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE
OF LABOR DAY I SEPTEMBER 3, 1990
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 16, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS.
The City Council
Regular Session on
of the Co uncil .
after which John
audience in the
of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
August 16, 1990 at the regular meet1ng place
Alderman Fletcher delivered the invocation
Keel and Keith Griffith, led the standing
"Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Coop, Ray, Wilson,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty were present. Alderman
absent. PRESENT (9). ABSENT (1). Mayor Swaim also
ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Fletcher,
Lewis was
answered
Others present for the meeting were: Fire Chief
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, City Engineer
Purchasing Agent Art Hodum, Community Development
Ply, other city employees, interested citizens and
press.
Rick Ezell,
Duane Reel,
Director Tony
members of the
City Attorney Keith Vaughan notified the office of the Mayor that
he would be out of town and unable to attend the Council Meeting.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of August 2. 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Ray
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of July 19,
APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
that the
1990 be
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith, that the
Regular Monthly Report for July 1990, of the Jacksonville
Animal Control Dept. which reflects $842.50 in revenue received
and $130.00 in donations received. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight,
Smith. Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty
voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith, that the
Regular Monthly Report for July 1990, of the Jacksonville Fire
Department which reflects an estimated fire loss for the month of
$59,900.00, be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith,
Coop, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Fletcher raised a question regarding the need for animal
control at one time of the day over another. It was not
determined that a problem exists in that area.
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WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT :
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POL IC E DE PARTMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 16, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
STREET DEPARTMENT: a. REVISED ASPHALT OVERLAY PROGRAM
City Engineer Reel related that a revision was necessary to the
Asphalt Program due to the nature of weather conditions this
year; that the excess water had caused deterioration and sub-
grade damage to the streets listed and presented to the Council
in the agenda. (Said information on file in the office of the
City Engineer)
Mayor Swaim pointed out that streets being constructed within the
city are being monitored by Engineer Reel pointing out that they
are accepted by the city upon completion for maintenance.
Engineer Reel said that he did not feel the seven year street
improvement program·will be affected by the revision in that some
of the streets listed have gone without repair for more than
seven years.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that paving projections were due to start
1mmediately after school was out. He noted that the low bid was
accepted by the Council and that the contractor, due to being
tied up in other projects, has yet to begin the work slated for
Jacksonville. He said that the asphalt work is slated to begin
jn two weeks; that slurry seal work is being done now and is at
the pojnt of completion.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that the
8-05-90 revision to the Proposed Asphalt & Slurry Seal Program
for 1990, expenditure amount $85,399.56, be APPROVED. MOTION
CARRIED.
b. Request to ACCEPT BID;JAXON TERRACE DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
Alderman Keaton was recognized by Mayor Swaim to address the
item. He expressed that the drainage has been bad in the area
for a number of years and that the design by City Engineer Reel
for improving the existing conditions will definitely take care
of the problem.
Mayor Swaim noted flooding 1n one home and Swiss Village
Apartments.
Engineer Reel said that the improvement will begin in front of
Swiss Village Apartments in their eastern most drive and follows
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the ditch west about 300 feet where it turns north crossing
Quince Hill Rd., Stirrup Place and dead ends at Grazing Lane. He
said that the completion date is set for sixty days.
BID SHEET INFORMATION:
BID ITEM: JAXON TERRACE DRAINAGE
DEPARTMENT: STREET I DATE OPENED: 10 AUGUST 1990
DESCRIPTION OF ITEM: DRAINAGE PER OUR SPECIFICATIONS
BIDDER: BOND-KINMAN Ltd. Inc. $79,895.00
BIDDER: VERSATILE INC. 84.099.10
BIDDER: MORDEN & BARGER NO BID
RECOMMENDED AWARD TO I BOND-KINMAN Ltd. Inc.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the
bid of $79,895.00 by Bond-Kinman Ltd. Inc. be accepted for
Jaxon Terrace Drainage Project Improvement. MOTION CARRIED.
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL: a.f\~CYCLING COMMITTEE REPORT
low
the
Alderman Smith, Cha.irrnan of the committee. r ·eported to the
Council that there have been several meetings and seminars which
have been attended and that the recorrurtenda t ion of the comrni t .tee
is that the City Council approve a $5,000.00 expenditure for the
purchase of two 10ft. X 12ft. buildings, 2 locks with keys for
the same.. 2 can crushing devices (one for each building) and
signs approximately 4 ft. by 4 ft. painted to designate 1tems and
hours of operations, etc. He related that Pathfinder services
Inc. at 1922 W. Main and the Care Channel at 105 W. Ma1n will
serve at the present time as the two recycling centers. Hours of
service will be as follows: Pathfjnder Services-8:00 a.m. to
3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Care Channel -10:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday I 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday. He said that the first items to be
collected will be aluminum cans and newspapers. He pointed out
that proceeds above operational costs would go to Pathfinders and
the Care Channel.
There was discussion regarding the markets for recycling of
glass, plastic, metal and yard waste.
b. REQUEST TO ACCEPT ANALYSIS of IMPEDIMENTS of FAIR HOUSING
Mayor Swaim opened the public hearing at 8:02 p.m. and introduced
Tony Ply, Community Development Director who addressed the item.
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He voiced that the Analysis is required annually by HUD.
He said the main theme of the analysis is to set forth that there
is no discrimination in the city w1th regard to distribution of
HUD funds. He said that. according to Richard Magee of Metroplan.
the City of Jacksonville has 100% participation in fair housing.
He pointed out a 16.5% minority population with 40% owner
occupancy and 60% rental occupancy. He said that he is very
pleased with the report.
Mayor Swaim closed the public hearing at approximately 8:08 p.m .
Alderman Wilson commented that the City of Jacksonville should
take pride in the CDBG report.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Twitty to accept the
ANALYSIS of IMPEDIMENTS of FAIR HOUSING REPORT. MOTION CARRIED.
c. DISCUSSION: C A T Service
Alderman Knight expressed that the energy cris1s situation
prompted a call by a citizen.
She pointed out that $13,000.00 was the portion contributed by
the City or Jacksonville ~he last year it participated 1n the
program. She said she felt it was small participation by the
city according to the number of residents involved 1n the
program. She related that a cjtizen asked her if the city might
consider a survey in the event an energy crisis materializes.
Mayor Swaim noted that since 1987 the item has been cons1dered at
budget preparation ~ime adci1ng that the service is funded with
federal. county and ci~Y funds. He said that CAT records show
that approximately 40 people were riding the bus and that
reinstatement by the city into the program was quoted as
$22.000.00 per bus with for~y seat capacity: subs1d1zing each
person a.pproxima_tely :!:500.00 per year. He mentioned that croE;s-
town bus serv1ce would not be cons1dered by the company for less
than $75.000.00 per year and only with large participation at
that. He said that he felt the it.em should be a continuous one
if initiated. He related that there are people willing to pay
extra, but that the company d1d not desire to operate with more
than one price structure in the CAT program. He said that the
company desired that the city do the subsidizing rather than
individual patrons.
He said that some persons from Jacksonville are using the service
provided by Sherwood and some are using state van service.
The consensus was that a survey should be made before the item 1s
considered in budget hearings.
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7:30 p.m. -8:20 p.m.
Alderman Wilson pointed out that the 29.000 persons who do
ride the bus want to subsidize the service for that number
persons. He said that a survey, if done. should include
consideration.
not
of
this
Mayor Swaim said that if oil prices continue to increase. it may
be that the Council will want to look into the matter further at
budget time and pointed out that a survey dealing with inter-city
serv1ce was done and that he would check the survey again.
d. RECOGNITION of SECOND PLACE WINNER I NATIONAL AAU BASEBALL
TOURNAMENT
Mayor Swaim asked that the Arkansas Baseball Clinic A'S come
forward and presented them with a PROCLAMATION expressing
gratitude and appreciation for their winning Second Place in the
National AAU Baseball Tournament.
The audience gave a rousing round of applause to the young team
and their coaches!
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Swaim announced that City Hall will be
closed for observance of Labor Day, 3 September 1990.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Swaim adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:20 p.m.
Respectfully,
Lu i M. Leonard MAYOR i
City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
A§.~HDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 6, 1990
7:30 P. M.
POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
August 16. 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
August 2. 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:) a. Regular Monthly Report/August
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
ORDINANCE 9 3 2 (#12-90) RE: SEWER LINE
REPAIR
DRUG TASK FORCE APPROPRIATION
MOSQUITO CONTROL
a. DISCUSSION: SALARY OF MUNICIPAL JUDGE
b. DISCUSSION: VERTAC INCINERATOR
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 6, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:50 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING
1412 WEST MAIN, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS.
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on September 6, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Reedie Ray delivered the Invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the ''Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight,
Williamson, Twitty
( 9) . ABSENT, ( 0)
declared a quorum.
Smith, Lewis,
and Keaton were
Mayor Swaim also
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
present. PRESENT, nine
answered ROLL CALL and
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, City Police Chief Frank Neely,
Municipal Judge Robert Batton. Wastewater Manager Dick Morris,
Water Department Manager Ken Anderson. Code Enforcement Officer
John New, other city employees, interested citizens and members
of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
minutes of the Regular City Council
for study and action at the next
Mayor Swaim presented the
Meeting of August 16, 1990
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Robert Lewis that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of Aug. 2, 1990
be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPARTMENT
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Regular Monthly Report for August by the Jacksonville Animal
Control Department which reflects $838.00 received for
Adoptions/Fines and $200.00 in Security Deposits for a total of
$1,038.00 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith,
Lewis. Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT: ORDINANCE 932 (=11=12-90) Re: SEWER LINE REPAIR
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 604, SPECIFICALLY CODIFIED AS
JACKSONVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.24, REGULATING THE
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JACKSONVILLE SEWER SYS.TEM JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
ORDINANCE 932 <*12-90)
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Robert Lewis. that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith. Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Mayor Swaim recognized Wastewater Manager Mr. Dick Morris. He
briefed the Council with regard to improvements made over the
last several years which amounted to an expense of appro):imate l y
a million dollars.
He said that the ordinance sets forth that the Wastewater Utility
will donate $10.000.00 to the Community Deveiopment Agency which
will add to monies that are available to owners of property
needing sewer improvements.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the loans are available for persons
with imcomes from $14,000.00 to $17.000.00 at zero interest, from
$15.000.00 to $19.000.00 at 1 1/2% interest. from $16.000.00 to
$20,000.00 at 3% interest, $17.000.00 to S20.000.00 at 4 1/2 %
with a maximum interest of 6% for an Jncome of $20.840.00 and
that the numbers of members witrtin t·he famiiv unit are taken into
consideration in the loan process.
Mr. Morris said that the loans would be for use 1ns1de the city
limits only. He said that a flow meter waul~ be used 1n the
event service was granted to persons ou~si~e the city. He also
pointed out that persons are notified by le~~er setting forth
thirty days to correct sewer problems when the department is made
aware of a situation.
He stated that deeds would be held when loans are made as
discussion ensued regarding sewer improvements.
Manager of the Water Department Mr. Ken Anderson said that the
Water Commission is in agreement with the requirements of the
ordinance under consideration.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith. Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson, Keaton
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and Twitty voted
affirmative votes.
ON FIRST READING.
AYE. NAY (0). Motion received
(0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
nine (9)
ACCEPTED
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, WilU.amson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes. (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray to
furt.her suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the TiiiRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Robert Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Larry Wilson that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight. Smith. Lewis, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 932 THIS 6th DAY
OF September 1990.
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT: DRlJC~ TASK FORCE APPROPRIATION
SEE DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
STREET DEPARTMENT: MOSQUITO CONTROL
Mayor Swaim requested that the Council consider allowing
purchase of more mosquito control material so that spraying
be continued. He noted that aerial spraying has been used
summer. that the city has sprayed more times than normal but
there is still a problem with mosquitos. He said that he
$3.000.00 would be enough to get through the season.
-che
can
this
that
felt
After a short discussion. Alderman Smith moved. seconded by
Alderman Ray to APPROVE a $3,000.00 expenditure from the
Contingency Fund. MOTION CARRIED. Alderman Knight voted Nay.
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PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL:
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
POLICE DEPARTMENT: DRUG TASK FORCE APPROPRIATION
Mayor Swaim introduced Chief Neely to address the item. He said
that the federal grant funding time period has been extended to
January 31. 1991. He noted that the amount has been reduced to
$2.265.50, which is Jacksonville's share w1th Little Rock,
North Little Rock and Sherwood. He said the program has been
very successful and that each local police depar~ment has one
investigating officer in the task force.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that $2,265.50
from the Contingency Fund be appropriated to continue in the Drug
Task Force Program. MOTION CARRIED.
RESUME AGENDA:
a. DISCUSSION: Salary of Municipal Judge
Alderman Fletcher was recognized by Mayor Swaim.
He voiced that. 1n his op1n1on. a delay in legal ac~1on would
cost the city more money requesting that the suit be settled at
this time.
Mayor Swaim said that the 5lternative to reguesi an
General's opinion was mentioned to n1m ana asked if tne
desired to do so.
]\. t ::_orney
r' -1 ~,_,ouncl J_
Alderman Knight voiced that she wou1d like to see
problem between the Municipal Judge and the City of
put to rest.
L-1-Je e~:ist1ng
Jad:sonvi ll e
Alderman Fletcher requested that the Council pass a resolution
addressing the issue to state legislators regarding legislation
passed with retroactive clauses affecting municipalities.
City Attorney Keith Vaughan voiced that he could not find
anywhere that the city would be responsible for attorney's fees
in the event a lawsuit materializes in the issue.
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7:30 P.M. -8:50 P.M.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that the City of
Jacksonville pay to Judge Robert Batton the retroactive salary
increase for 1989 as set by State Legislature mandate from the
Contingency Fund.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman
the motion as follows: that a request for
Attorney General be received before the
Contingency Fund. MOTION FAILED.
Williamson to amend
an opinion of the
expenditure from the
At this time a voice vote was taken on the motion by
Smith, seconded by Alderman Lewis. MOTION CARRIED.
Wilson voted NAY.
Alderman
Alderman
Aldlerman Wilson questioned interest amount on the expenditure.
Mayor Swaim stated that Finance Director Kelley would calculate
the same.
b. DISCUSSION; VERTAC INCINERATOR
Alderman Fletcher was recognized by Mayor Swaim to address the
item of business.
Alderman Fletcher expressed concerns regarding the air monitoring
as set up and potential health studies to be done during and
after the burning process.
Mayor Swaim expressed that through contact with the director of
environmental rnanagent, Mr. Wendel Fortner, of the Pine Bluff
Arsenal he has learned that there have been seven ro~ary kiln
incinerators performing on site since 1980. He related that
strengthening of wells when rotary kilns were set up was true in
every case due to movement during shipping. He said the
improvement i =:: done during "!:.he sha}ze-down phase which sornet irnes
takes eight or nine months. He said that four of those seven
kilns are Jn operation at present and that state regulations are
foll c•wed.
Information was not readily available witn ret;::rard to where the
off-site air monitors are located.
Mayor Swaim suggested tha~ a meeting be set with EPA officials as
to any questions Alderman Fletcher might have about the burn
process. He expressed concern that the burn be for the sake of
family and Jacksonville residents.
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Alderman Fletcher requested that a meeting be set in an effort to
have questions answered regarding the burn process and expressed
that he would like to tour the plant .
May o r
with
Swaim
state
incinerator.
voiced that he would try to set up such a
and federal authorities as well as a tour
meeting
of the
Alderman Fletcher voiced that he did not invite EPA or MRK to the
meeting and that he did not send them an agenda.
Mayor Swaim recognized Mr. Monte Bailey, 719 Foxwood Drive, who
stated that he has been a resident of Jacksonville for 19 years.
He read a prepared statement to the Council which criticized the
action of the Council as he expressed concerns and opposition to
the incineration process which he said has been endorsed by the
Council and forced upon the community. Other comments accused
the Council of going against State Mandates to suit their
purposes as he pointed out the case of an alderman remaining on
the Council after it was cormnon J<:nowl edge that he had moved out
of his ward. He also mentioned the case of State Mandate with
regard to the salary of Municipal Judge Batton. He read excerpts
from a letter dated May 27, 1988 from the Department of Pollution
Control and Ecology to the Honorab} e Tormr1y Swaim as weJ l as
excerpts from Arkansas State Statute 8-6-209. He requested that
the Council do the will of the people or step down from thei1·
P.l~cted positions.
Mayor Swaim thanl.::ecl Mr. Bailey for hi c:; comments.
He voiced that the let"Cer mentioned in Mr. Bailey's presentati')n
was no secret and available to the pub l ic upon rece1pt.
He made reference to information received at a meeting both he
and Mr. Bailey attended regarding Superfund money. He relate d
that Superfund Law supersedes State Law and Municipal Law and
that the Council based their i nf orrna t i or1 on t·ha t. He contenciecl
that the Council has not plotted to do anything against anyone
adding that concern for their own families exists in the vaiues
of life in the community.
He added that he defended the right of freedom of speech.
He expressed that his fears tor dioxin remaining are greater than
those for disposal of the waste.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 6. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:50 P.M.
Alderman Lewis noted that he had received many calls regarding
the dioxin issue and said that he had talked with Mayor Swaim
about having an open forum when each family could be heard.
He encouraged that emotions not be allowed to govern any efforts
by the community to be united. He also pointed out values with
regard to his family and all residents of the community. He
voiced that it is not possible for each family to be heard at the
Council Meeting requesting that a public hearing be set by the
Mayor. He said that he did not desire to force anything on
anyone adding that he has to vote his opinion as to what is best
for the community.
Alderman Fletcher pointed out thc.t he opposed the modification of
the ordinance as he related the 1970 Clean Water Acts.
Mayor Swaim gave information regarding the intent of the
Government to dispose of the wast.e regardless of what the
of Arkansas does.
Federal
State
There was a short discussion regarding how the incinerator shut
down in which Mayor Swaim related that state authorities had
informed him that the process was stopped at inspection during a
"heat-up" stage.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Ray moved seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 8:50 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
City Clerk-Treasurer
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 1990
7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
September 6, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
August 16, 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(FIRE DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Regular Monthly Report/August
DISCUSSI'ON: SPECIFICATIONS FOR NEW
AMBULANCE
APPROPRIATE DEDUCTIBLE FOR MUNICIPAL
LEAGUE DEFENSE FUND
ELECTION ON TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 1990
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20. 1990
7:30 p.m. -7:50 p.m.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -:41=1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on September 20, 1990 at the regular meeting
place of the Council. Alderman Smith delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the
"Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight. Smith, Lewis. Ray, Wilson. Fletcher,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty were present. PRESENT (9). ABSENT
(0). Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: Fire Chief Rick Ezell,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum.
City Attorney Keith Vaughan, Code Enforcement Officers John New
and Wayne Cox, other city employees, interested citizens and
members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of September 6, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of August 16, 1990 be
APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
SEE DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Mayor Swaim pointed out that there are funds 1n reserve with
which to purchase a new ambulance. He recognized Fire Chief Rick
Ezell who addressed the council.
Chief Ezell noted that the reserve ambulance is old and that
problems are hindering the performance of the vehicle at crucial
times.
He related that the department makes approximately 75 calls per
month.
He said that the model desired is a 1990 one and that there will
be a savings of from $1,000.00 to $1,500.00 if the unit is
ordered in the month of October with payment in January.
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7:30 p.m. -7:50 p.m.
He said that the sixteen year old unit, which is the oldest
ambulance, will be sold adding that the new unit will be one that
can be remounted.
He pointed out some problems with the 1983 model ambulance adding
that it is imperative that the units be dependable.
During a short discussion, it was noted that there is $52,000.00
in the fund at this time, created in part by Ambulance
Insurance Memberships. which can be applied to the purchase price
of the new ambulance. He said there are approximately 600
persons with ambulance memberships at present.
Chief Ezell said the total cost for the fully equipped 1990
ambulance desired would be approximately $56,000.00.
He said that the cost of a 1991 chassis would
approximately $1,500.00.
increase
He said that the electrical system will be a high priority in the
purchase as well as suspension of ride.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson that Chief
Ezell and Purchasing Agent Hodum prepare specs for the bids
regarding the purchase of a 1990 model ambulance with the
expenditure to be made from the 1990 Ambulance Fund. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
CONSENT AGENDA:
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith, that the
Regular Monthly Report for August, 1990, of the Jacksonville
Fire Department which reflects $7,685.00 estimated fire loss.
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, smith, Lewis, Ray, wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0.
MOTION CARRIED.
POLICE DEPARTMENT: APPROPRIATE DEDUCTIBLE FOR MUNICIPAL LEAGUE
DEFENSE FUND
Mayor Swaim said that the City Attorney has recommended that. a
case now pending be referred to the Municipal League Defense Fund.
Chief Neely noted that the case has to do with an employee who
was fired due to a sexual harassment charge.
City Attorney Vaughan pointed out that the case will be covered
under the Municipal League Defense Fund; said insurance 1s
provided by the City of Jacksonville. He said that the suit is
against the Chief of Police and the Civil Service Commission.
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He related that the deductible is $2,000.00 and that any portion
of said amount would be refunded in the event it is not used by
the League in settling the suit. He said that the judgment. if
the employee wins the case. will be paid by the Municipal League
Defense Fund.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that $2,000.00
be paid from the Contingency Fund to the Municipal League
Defense Fund to cover the deductible fee due for the handling of
a case pending between the City of Jacksonville and an employee.
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith, Lewis; Ray, Wilson.
Fletcher. Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0.
MOTION CARRIED.
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL:
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 7:50 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
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City Clerk-Treasurer
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1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. GENERAL:
ADJOURNMENT:
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
flf SEPCIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 27, 1990
6:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
a. ORDINANCE 933 (#13-90) regarding incineration
at the Vertac Chemical Plant, Marshall Rd.
Amending Ordinance 882 (#6-88) passed 6/22/88
and Ordinance 789 (#22-85) passed 2/2/86
(Aldermen: Marshall Smith, Gary Fletcher,
Emma Knight, Larry Wilson, Avis Twitty, Reedie
Ray and Mayor Tommy Swaim)
b. RESOLUTION 429 (#12-90) RE: Dismissal of
pending litigation against Vertac Site Con-
tractors
(Aldermen: Marshall Smith, Gary Fletcher,
Emma Knight, Larry Wilson, Avis Twitty, Reedie
Ray and Mayor Tommy Swaim)
The Special City Council Meeting has been
called by Aldermen: Marshal Smith
Gary Fletcher
Emma Knight
Larry Wilson
Avis Twitty
Reedie Ray
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 27, 1990
6:30 p.m. -7:06 p.m.
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -#1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
a Special Session on September 27, 1990 at the regular meeting
place of the Council. Alderman Smith delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the
"Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis (arrived at approximately 6:40
p.m.) Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty were
present. PRESENT (9). ABSENT (0). Mayor Swaim also answered
ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting were: Fire Chief Rick Ezell,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum,
City Attorney Keith Vaughan, Code Enforcement Officer John New,
other city employees, interested citizens and members of the
press.
GENERAL:
a. ORDINANCE 933 <*13-90)regarding incineration at the
Vertac Chemical Plant. Marshall Rd. Amending Ordinance 882 (*6-
88) passed 6/22/88 and Ordinance 789 <*22-85) passed 2/2/1986
Mayor Swaim introduced the item relating that it was composed
of input from Council Members during the day but that it did not
dictate what the final ordinance could include.
ORDINANCE 933 <*13-90)
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Smith ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith. Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and
Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received eight (8)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Mayor Swaim recognized Mr. Monte Bailey to speak against the item
of business.
Mr. Bailey read a statement in which a compromise was requested
and introduced one member of People United Against the Burn and
one member of PACE who stood in the audience pledging support
from the two groups in the event the City Council would accept
two compromise proposals.
Proposal (1). Retention of Ordinance 789 with an amendment to
clean up the Vertac site. Stipulations to the amendment as
follows: a. that the people of the community be given a complete
and comprehensive environmental impact study and report equal to
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or exceeding federal standards to show the impact of the process
on the environment and the people of the community; that a risk
assessment and that a comprehensive independent health study be
performed which would include not only Jacksonville but all
segments of Central Arkansas affected by run-off or dumping of
wastes from the Vertac Plant with test results available to all
desiring them, and
(2) that the City of Jacksonville be given permanent rights to
the incinerator at Vertac so that the people could have a chance
to participate in the clean up efforts and sit down with EPA
officials when the time comes to look at the clean up of the
two remaining superfund sites in Jacksonville.
He requested that the two compromise requests be completed before
any burn is done within the populated area of the city.
He suggested that a committee be formed to work with the Council
regarding the proposals and advocated that the charges against
the employees on the site at Vertac where the trial burn is in
process should be dropped in the event the compromise proposals
are accepted by the Council.
Mr. Roy Hawks requested that nothing else be burned at the Vertac
site until a health study is complete.
The attorney for PACE, Mr. Gregory Ferguson, pointed out that the
warrants which resulted in the arrest of five employees working
with the incinerator at the Vertac site were initiated because it
was believed that they were in violation of Ordinance 789.
He stated that the people of the City of Jacksonville voted on
the Ordinance two to one against the burn.
He voiced
Comprehensive
Health Study.
the sentiments of Mr. Bailey in requesting
Environmental Impact Study and Report and also
a
a
Mr. Mike Abdin spoke to the Council noting his tenure of service
as a Council Member and action he took in years past with regard
to the toxic waste problem in the City of Jacksonville. He
voiced that he felt the time is now to burn the toxic wastes
adding that it is fortunate that a natural disaster has not
caused a problem within the city. He requested that facts be
faced and that the burn proceed so the city can get on its feet
and move forward relating concern for his family and the citizens
of the community.
Mayor Swaim noted that the State Health Department is at present
gaining information through research at Rebsamen Hospital and
that if a health study is thought to have merit from said
information, funding will be made available for the same.
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6:30 p.m. -7:06 p.m.
Alderman Wilson noted that a statement afore made regarding the
people voting on Ordinance 789 is false and should be researched.
Alderman Fletcher noted that a questionnaire. which was confusing
to some and which he supported, was included in a school board
election adding that he also sponsored Ordinance 789 and that it
was voted on by the City Council not the general public.
Mr. Terry Sansing voiced that it is his understanding that
city has no right to interfere with state and federal law;
it has no legal jurisdiction in the matter of halting the
process.
the
that
burn
A letter from Mr. Randall Mathis of ADPC&E, which was received by
Mayor Swaim and which is on file at city halL was read by City
Attorney Keith Vaughan.
There was a difference of opinion regarding whether an Arkansas
State Statute referred to by Mr. Terry Sansing governs air
pollution or solid waste disposal as comments were made from
those for and opposed to the burn.
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Knight that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty
voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received eight (8) affirmative votes,
(0) negative votes. Alderman Lewis abstained. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE 933 ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Ray. Wilson .. Fletcher.
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION
CARRIED. Whereupon. City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith, Ray,
Wilson. Fletcher. Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY
0. Alderman Lewis abstained. Motion received eight (8)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Where-
upon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the Ordinance for the
THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight. Smith. Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes. {0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
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SEPTEMBER 27, 1990
6:30 p.m. -7:06 p.m.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 933 THIS 27th DAY
OF SEPTEMBER 1990.
b. RESOLUTION 429 (t12-90)
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO DISMISS CERTAIN
PENDING LITIGATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that resolution
429 be read. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis. Ray.
Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY
0. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim recognized Mr. Parks who voiced opinions regarding
dioxin disposal.
Sharon Golgan expressed that the action taken by the Council will
not only affect the City of Jacksonville, but will set a
precedent for the nation.
Mr. Glen Mathis voiced that he felt it is time for positive action by
the City of Jacksonville with regard to the toxic waste problem.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman
Resolution 429 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT:
Knight that
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Keaton that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 7:06 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
City Clerk-Treasurer
CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
OCTOBER 4. 199(}
7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
a. Regular City Council Meeting
September 20, 1990
b. Special City Council Meeting
September 27, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL: a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Regular City Council Meeting
September 6, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/September
Request by MUNICIPAL COURT to purchase
computer related supplies
Request to go out for bids for TRACTOR
AND MOWER
Repair of Air Conditioner/Elderly
Activities
Discussion: Health Facility Buildin~
Roof
Request to accept bid: Sound System
for Council Chambers
Request to accept bid: Sale of Trail-
ers use by Jacksonville Historical
Society/Old J.E.A.P. Site
Request to accept bid: Interior Paint-
ing of Library
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15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
f. Request to accept bid: Carpet for City
Library
g. Request to accept bids: Insurance for
all city owned buildings and contents
(information was available at meeting)
ARKANSAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE/WEST MEMPHIS
OCTOBER 18, 19 AND 20, 1990
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 4. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:13P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -*1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville. Arkansas met in
Regular Session on October 4, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Gary Fletcher delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight.
Williamson. Twitty
( 9 ) . ABSENT. ( 0 )
declared a quorum.
Smith. Lewis.
and Keaton were
Mayor Swaim also
Ray, Wilson. Fletcher.
present. PRESENT. nine
answered ROLL CALL and
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Street Superintendent Robert
Martin, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum, other city employees,
interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of September 20. and the Special City Council Meeting of
September 27 1990 for study and action at the next regular
meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Reedie Ray that
the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 6.
1990 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPARTMENT
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Regular Monthly Report for September by the Jacksonville Animal
Control Department which reflects contributions of $5.00,
Adoptions/Fines amounting to $803.42 and $325.00 in Security
Deposits totaling $1,133.42, be APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight. Smith, Lewis. Ray, Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
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POLICE DEPARTMENT: Request by MUNICIPAL COURT to purchase
computer related supplies
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the purchase would be paid for. upon
approval by the CitY Council, with money derived from the Civil
and Small Claims Court. ·He stated that the $5,000.00 ex~~nditure
would be used to purchase supplies and equipment related to a
computer system recently purchased by the department.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Ray
Municipal Court be given approval for purchases up to
from the Civil and Small Claims Court proceeds for
supplies and equipment. MOTION CARRIED.
that the
$5,000.00
computer
STREET DEPARTMENT: Request to go out for bids for TRACTOR AND
BOOM MOWER
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the tractor and mower desired by the
City Engineer and the Street Superintendent will make it possible
for the ·bottom and sides of ditches to be cleaned more
efficiently and hopefully prevent some drainage problems.
He said that the item. with an estimated cost of
$30,000.00, was not budgeted but that there are
funds ava1lable with which to purchase the mower.
approximately
unappropriated
Questions arose regarding whether the tractor and mower are
specifically used for mowing. Bob Martin said that attachments.
such as a bush hog which could be used by the Street Department,
can be purchased. He said that the support mower reaches out
twenty feet and six inches.
Alderman Fletcher voiced that he felt the high grass was a
hindrance to mosquito control efforts and expressed favor toward
the purchase.
Alderman
bids for
$30,000.00
CARRIED.
Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to go out for
the purchase of a boom mower costing approximately
from unappropriated Street Department funds. MOTION
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
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GENERAL:
a. Repair of Air Conditioner/Elderly Activities Center
Mayor Swaim said that the expense of repairing the compressor
the air conditioner at the Elderly Activities Center does
have to be bid but that the funds must be appropriated from
Contingency Fund. He said that two bids were received, one
Meredity Air Conditioning & Refrigeration for $1,708.72 and
from Hall's Service Center 1308 Tamara Park for $1,456.35.
in
not
the
from
one
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Ray to accept the low
bid for repair of the air conditioner at the Elderly Activities
Building with Contingency Funds. MOTION CARRIED.
b. Discussion: Health Facility Building Roof
Mayor Swaim said that for many years there has been debate
regarding who owns the Health Facility Building and whose
responsibilty it is to maintain the building, the City of
Jacksonville, or Pulaski County. He noted that requests have
been made two or three times since he became Mayor, that the city
increase its portion of funding.
He said that in researching the minutes it is found that the
building is on city property and that the county furnishes the
staff. He noted that in researching the minutes he found where
the City of Jacksonville paid $28.000.00, their part of a grant.
as passed by resolution. He said that no deed of ownership is
found by the city although the original deed shows that the city
does indeed own the property on which Rebsamen Hospital and the
health facility are built.
He said that the shingle roof needs to be replaced and that the
one estimate that has been received is under $5.000.00 to place
thirty-five squares on a twelve, twelve pitch. He said that
removal of the old shingles is included in the bid by Founds
Roofing Co.
Mayor Swaim said that he and Engineer Reel have looked at the
roof, that the new roof is needed and that he is still
negotiating with the County Judge as to who should pay for it.
He said that the county has maintained the building up to now.
Alderman Wilson suggested that a memorandum of
regarding ownership of the building be established
city and the county.
understanding
between the
The Council authorized Mayor Swaim to prepare bids for
the roof which Alderman Keaton said should include a
repairing
price per
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square foot for deck replacement and a pr1ce per linear foot for
trim replacement before the project is started.
c. Request to accept bid: Sound System for Council Chamber
Mayor Swaim related that other microphones and speakers can be
imcluded in the system when needed.
BID INFORMATION:
ITEM BID: SOUND SYSTEM FOR COUNCIL MEETING ROOM
DEPARTMENT: HOUSING FACILITIES BOARD
DATE OPENED: 23 AUGUST 1990
QUANTITY: 1 I DESCRIPTION: SOUND SYSTEM
No bids were received from Sound Design Company,
Communicatios and Peavey Sound Systems.
BIDDER: ARKANSAS SOUND CORP .
Stanley
TOTAL: $9,839.22 TERMS: 2% 10 NET 30 DELIVERY: 28 DAYS ARO
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that the bid
from Arkansas Sound Corp of $9,839.22 for the sound system in the
City Council Chamber at City Hall, *1 Industrial Drive, be
accepted; said expenditure from funds set aside and appropriated
for said use by the Housing Facilities Board. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim noted that there is a one year warranty on the
equipment.
d. Request to acceot b1d: Sale of Trailers used by Jacksonville
Historical Society/Old J.E.A.P. Site
Mayor Swaim related that the bid is from Green Properties acting
for Kellogg Valley Inc.; $750.00 for each of the two mobiles.
The bid was opened on 27 Sept., 1990.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson to accept the
low bid of $$1,500.00 from Kellogg Valley, Inc., for the two
trailers used by the Jacksonville Historical Society located on
the old J.E.A.P. Site: said bid including removal of the units.
MOTIOIN CARRIED.
e. Request to accept~ bid: Interior Painting of City Library
BID SHEET INFORMATION: DATE
BID ITEM: INTERIOR PAINTING
BIDDER: B & B PAINTING:
BIDDER: MAX FLETCHER:
BIDDER: PREFESSIONAL CONT.
OPENED: 9/27/90
OF CITY LIBRARY
NO BID
$6,500.00
INC. $4, 181. 00
DEPT: CITY LIBRARY
TOTAL PRICE ALSO
TOTAL PRICE ALSO
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BIDDER: SMITH CUSTOM REPAIRS NO BID
RECOMMENDED AWARD TO: PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTORS INC.
Mayor Swaim noted that moving the books at the library in the
course of laying the carpet is not included in the bid price. It
was not established as to who would move the books during a short
discussion which followed. Mayor Swaim pointed out that UCA at
Conway has some jacks which could be used to move the shelves
with the books on them but that the city would be responsible for
transporting the jacks to and from the college.
He said that the city does not want to be responsible in that the
books belong to Little Rock.
Alderman Fletcher moved. seconded by Alderman Knight to accept
the low bid of Professional Cont. Inc. for painting the interior
of the library. MOTION CARRIED.
f. Request to accept id: Carpet for City Library
Mayor Swaim said that one bidder is concerned that the quality of
the carpet listed by the low bidder does not meet the
specifications set forth by the city. He said that the Council
can accept the low bid and/or ask that the low bidder prove that
the carpet adequately meets the specs.
BID SHEET INFORMATION:
DEPARTMENT: CITY LIBRARY
DATE OPENED: 27. SEPT. 1990
BID ITEM: NEW CARPET LAID IN PLACE
DESCRIPTION: NEW CARPET LAID IN PLACE TO OUR SPECIFICATIONS.
ALL OF THE BIDS INCLUDE THE CORRECTED SALES TAXES. LABOR AND NEW
COVE BASE.
BIDDER: SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO.
BIDDER: WHIT DAVIS LUMBER CO.
BIDDER: PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTORS
BIDDER: B & S FLOORS
$18.568.91 TERMS: 2% 15
DELIVERY: 20 days ARO
$18.812.59 TERMS: 1% 10
DELIVERY: 60 days ARO
$15.686.22 TERMS: 2% 30
DELIVERY: 14 days ARO
$18.936.00 TERMS: NET
DELIVERY: 30 days ARO
NO BIDS WERE RECEIVED FROM: AMERICAN PAINT AND CARPET. STERLING
12 STAR PAINT. CRAFTONS FURNITURE AND APPLI. or LARRY HUTfON
THE TOTAL PRICE OF EACH BID IS THE SAME AS LISTED ABOVE.
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Lewis that the low
bid of $15,686.22 from Professional Contractors be accepted for
new carpet laid in place at the City Library with the stipulation
that the requirements of the specs are met. MOTION CARRIED.
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g. Request to accept bids:
buildings and contents
Insurance for all city owned
Mr. Kelley informed the Council that the bid from Mark W. Perry,
a local Farmers Group Insurance agent. came in with actual cash
value at a lower cost adding that it was lower than the other
bids but that it did not meet specifications. He said that a
stipulation in said coverage was assurance that all of the older
buildings have been brought up to standard in the last twenty
years as far as heating, air conditioning, wiring and plumbing.
He said in that the city cannot do that. Faarmers Group would
not write replacement coverage.
He noted the two other bids: Insurance Mart I $14.752.00 and
Arthur J. Gallagher $12.262.00.
He said that Insurance Mart pointed out to him, when the bids
came back in, that City Hall was listed as metal including the
trusses which made the coverage cheaper. He said that the low
bid of $12,262.00 from Arthur J. Gallagher, is not changed. Mr.
Jeff Estes representative from the firm was in attendance at the
meeting with certification to the effect of Mr. Kelley's
statement.
He said that he recommended that the low bid from
Gallagher be accepted for a period of one year noting
premium is pretty much the same as previous coverage
owned buildings without the new city hall complex.
Arthur J.
that the
for city
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to accept the
low bid of $12.262.00 from the Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance
Firm for insurance coverage for one year on all city owned
buildings and contents. MOTION CARRIED.
NON-AGENDA ITEMS:
After a discussion regarding houses which need to be condemned,
it was suggested that the City Attorney obtain information from
other cities regarding the ordinances which govern procedures
used in taking care of unsightly residence situations and that
the Council consider action on the matter.
It was announced by Alderman Smith that there would be a
of the "Recycling Committee" Tuesday, 9 October 1990
Hall.
meeting
at City
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Mr. Kelley said that general fund is looking
compared to last year. things are about equal
looks good both in the receipts and expenditures.
good
and
He
and that
everything
said that
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depreciation was not funded for the Sanitation Department for the
month of September and that interest income has aided the
department in holding its own but the the picture is n o t good for
that fund. He pointed out that sales tax is doing great, General
Fund, Street Fund and other departments are doing good.
Mayor Swaim noted that an increase in fees at the landfill
caused part of the problem in the Sanitation Fund. He said
the city can look forward to sanitation expenses going up.
has
that
Alderman Wilson suggested that special attention by the council
be given to the possibility of an increase in sanitation fees
before the end of the year.
City Attorney Vaughan noted that refunds may be received before
the end of the year from the Use Tax Suit; possibly $80 ,000 .00.
It was pointed out by Mayor Swaim that he is wor)<ing with Mayor
Evans on a yard waste shredding system to be shared by Sherwood
and Jacksonville possibly located on Dupree property. He said
that recycling must be given consideration noting that sanitation
fees to the citizens is $6.50 per month and that the city does
not subsidize said amount.
It was pointed out that 14.000 pounds of paper have been
collected through Care Channel and Pathfinders combined. Mayor
Swaim said that it is costing the city due to transporting the
papers to the recycling destination .
Alderman Reedie Ray pointed out that he has been approached by
persons wjp ;ove outside the city that there is a need for paving
Graham Rd. outside the city limits due to the fact that many
persons come to Jacksonville and transact their business.
Mayor Swaim noted that he has been working with Lonoke County
officials regarding Graham Rd. adding that Lonoke County has
made major improvements to the road in the last few years.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT:
Respectfully.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 18, 1990
7:30 P. M.
1. OPENING PRAYER:
oM 2.
~ "3.
0 <(4.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
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5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(FIRE DEPT:)
(POLICE DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
CITY HALL
Regular City Council Meeting
October 4, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
September 20, 1990
Special City Council Meeting
September 27, 1990
Regular Monthly Report for September
Regular Monthly Report for May, June,
July, August and September
Request to accept bid: Type III
Ambulance (documentation available at
meeting)
10. STREET DEPARTMENT: a . Report re: Completed Asphalt & Slurry
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL:
5. APPOINTMENTS:
a. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Seal Program for 1990
b. RESOLUTION 430 (#13-90) Re: Warning
Signs on Bridges
a. ORDINANCE 934 (#14-90) RE: MILLAGE
COLLECTIONS IN 1991
b. ORDINANCE 935 (#15-90) RE: BAIL
BONDSMEN
c . DISCUSSION: LAWSUIT/Dept. of Pollution
Control versus City of Jacksonville
Re-appointment of Mr. Tommy Bond for a
five year term to expire 10/24/1995
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -*1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on October 18, 1990 at the regular meeting
place of the Council. Alderman Lewis delivered the invocation
after which Mayor SWaim led the standing audience in the
"Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Williamson, and
Keaton were present. PRESENT (7). ABSENT (2). Mayor Swaim
also answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum. Alderman Twitty
came in at approximately 7:35 p.m. and Alderman Fletcher came in
at approximately 7:38 p.m.
Others present for the meeting were: Fire Chief Rick Ezell.
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum, City
Attorney Keith Vaughan, City Engineer Duane Reel, Code
Enforcement Officer John New, other city employees, interested
citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of October 4, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES :
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 20, 1990
and the Special City Council Meeting of September 27, 1990 be
APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray,
Wilson, Williamson and Keaton voted AYE. MAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
JACKSONVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT:
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the Regular
Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Fire Department which reflects
an estimated fire loss for the month of September of $37,700.00.
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
JACKSONVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson the Regular
Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Police Department for May,
June, July, August, September as follows:
MAY: FINES AND BOND FORF I ETURES
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS
TOTAL
$39,404.32
383.00
$39,787.32
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JUNE:
JULY:
AUGUST:
FINES AND BOND FORFIETURES
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS
TOTAL
FINES AND BOND FORF I ETURES
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS
TOTAL
FINES AND BOND FORFEITURES
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS
TOTAL
SEPTEMBER: FINES AND BOND FORFEITURES
MISCELLANEOUS PAYMENTS
TOTAL
$34,039.83
275.00
$34,315.03
$39,056.84
294.40
$39,351.24
$38,887.10
264.00
$39,151.10
$32.663.51
300.70
$32,964.21
Alderman Wilson raised a question regarding the reports from
Police Department and why they are not submitted monthly.
the
Mayor Swaim voiced that he has spoken with Chief Neely about the
matter asking that it be corrected.
It was requested that the Police Department submit the original
computer printouts to the Council due to the fact that it is
difficult to reproduce legible copies in the clerk's office.
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith,
Williamson. Keaton and Twitty voted AYE.
Lewis,
NAY 0.
Ray, Wilson,
MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
Mayor Swaim announced that a $10.000.00 grant. to be used in
improving sewer lines in individually owned properties, was
presented to the CDBG Director from the Sewer Department and is
available for loans.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Request to accept bid: Type III Ambulance
Mayor Swaim introduced Fire Chief Ezell with regard to presenting
written information regarding the recommended bid awarded to
Collins Ambulance Co.
Chief Ezell voiced that funds from the ambulance
program are designed to go into an equipment fund
purposes as the purchase of the ambulance.
membership
for such
He said that bids were received from three companies and that the
bid from Collins Ambulance Co., is recommended by the department.
He said that a Collins unit purchased approximately two years ago
has been very dependable and that the feeling of the department
is to standardize the equipment. He pointed out that the
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department has standardized the breathing apparatus being used
and added that the quality of service by the department has
improved greatly also mentioning that the last four pumpers
purchased have been Pierce models as he explained the efficient
manner in which the department handles repair.
He said that there are four types of ambulances in the fleet;
Road Safe Emergency Vehicle, Springfield, an Atlantic built by
Bridger Superior and a Collins unit noting that all have
components that are different. He expressed that it is very
important that the ambulance equipment be standardized so that
the department can be more efficient with every emergency run.
He said that work with the Collins unit has proven to be the most
desirable, that specifications are met in the unit and that there
has been no electrical down time with said unit.
He said that repair of the Collins unit now operated by the
department is done in house by a paramedic who was previously a
mechanic and who was sent by the department to training sessions
at the factory where Collins units are made. He pointed out that
~when the unit was purchased it was about $7,000.00 above the
other bids adding that there is an approximate $4,000.00
difference between the Collins unit desired by the department at
this time and the low bid which does not meet specifications.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to accept the
Collins unit bid for reasons so stated by Fire Chief Ezell and
the fact that the Taylor unit did not meet specifications.
MOTION CARRIED.
It was pointed out that the manufacturer of the Collins unit owns
Wheel Coach.
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT: Report re: Completed Asphalt & Slurry Seal
Program for 1990
City Engineer Reel voiced that the results with the asphalt
program were exceptionally good. He said that 20% of the payment
for slurry seal work has been withheld. due to the quality of
work done, until repairs are completed adding that consideration
is being given in the 1991 street department program to
asphalt work only, discontinuing the slurry seal program
altogether.
There was a short discussion regarding the nature of the slurry
seal work done on the streets this year and the consensus of the
Council was that the problem be completely remedied.
Mayor Swaim said that funds will be withheld to compensate
problem if it is not solved by the Broadway firm. He said
the
that
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( 1) FUNDING
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ABSTRACT OF BIDS
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DATE OPENED: 11, OCTOBER 1990
BIDDER : BIDDER: IHDDER: OlDDER:
COLLIN AMB. CO. TAYLOR MADE AMBULANCES WHEELED COACH
UIJIT TOTAL UIJJT TOTAL UNIT TOTAL UNIT TOTJl.L
57,457.00 53,240.00 54,529.00 *****
BIDS~ SENT TO: ----
1. O:XCEL .L NCE r SOUTH£ N AMBULANCE
-DID NOT _!! ;:Q
57,457.00 53,240.00 54,529.00
NET NET NET I
45 to 60 DAYS A.R.O. . 60 to 100 DAYS A.R.O. 90 to 120 DAYS A.R.O. r
DOCill!ENTATION WILL BE FURNISHED AT MEETING
COLLINS AMULANCE CO. ******•***********************************
(2) RECOMMENDED A~/ARD TO***** (3) OTHER INFORMATION
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the purpose of the slurry seal was accomplished, the streets were
sealed, but that the surface is not smooth as desired and that
there are two streets that will be totally redone.
City Engineer Reel explained that the slurry seal program gives
an extended life for some streets which he said is fine as long
as a good surface is maintained adding that prior to the
introduction of the slurry seal program to the city only the
asphalt overlay was used. He said that he has been investigating
the recycling of asphalt. which is now being done in Texarkana
~and Hot Springs, due to the problem of build-up on some city
~streets and that curb adjustments will be necessary in the ~future. -n
()He said that approximately four years ago there were problems
<!with slurry seal due to a problem with the products there were
~used in the process by B.A.S.S. adding that the company will have
"to prove their work before he will use their slurry in 1991. He
said that there is a one year warranty on workmanship and
materials and that the problems did not show up until the second
or third year.
Mayor Swaim noted that a motion is not required on the item of
business.
b. RESOLUTIOIN 430 (*14-90)
A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE WILLINGNESS OF THE CITY OF
JACKSONVILLE TO COOPERATE IN A PROGRAM REGARDING WARNING SIGNS AT
BRIDGES
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that Resolution
430 be read. MOTION CARRIED. Resolution read by City Attorney
Keith Vaughan.
Mayor Swaim said that there are only two or three bridges
affected in the city by the resolution. He said that the city
does have to pay for bridge inspe6tions due to legislation passed
in 1979 directing cities to do so noting that annual
recertification is required and that the city receives a bill for
that service. He added that signs are sent to the city for the
bridges and that the cost of the recertification is less than
$200.00 per year.
Alderman Fletcher voiced that he would like to see the
maintainence of excess roads upgraded by the State Highway Dept.
It was noted that if a bridge in the city is below a desirable
load limit for commercial use, although once on the State Highway
Department system if taken over by the city in the last five or
six years because of rerouting federal aid funded roads , the
responsibility of is repair belongs to the city. Such a bridge
State Highway 161 near the Wal Mart Shopping Center was cited by
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Mayor Swaim as he also relaated that the Highway Department would
not accept the bridge until it is brought up to standards when
comments were made to give the road back.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson
Resolution 420 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
that
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL: a. ORDINANCE 934 <*14-90) RE: MILLAGE COLLECTIONS
IN 1991
AN ORDINANCE FOR THE PURPOSE OF LEVYING FIVE MILLS, THREE-TENTHS
MILL AND THREE-TENTHS MILL AGAINST ALL PERSONAL PROPERTY WITHIN
THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS; FOR
THE PURPOSE OF LEVYING FIVE MILLS, THREE-TENTHS MILLS. AND THREE-
TENTHS MILLS AGAINST ALL REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CORPORATE
LIMITS OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; FOR THE PURPOSE OF
EFFECTING CERTIFICATION TO THE COUNTY CLERK OF PULASKI COUNTY OF
THE TAX LEVIED AND OTHER PRESCRIBED MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the ordinance does not set forth any
new taxes, but that it covers millage collections in 1991 for the
same amount of tax that was collected in 1990.
ORDINANCE 934 (*14 -90)
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis .that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Ordinance read FIRST TIME by City Attorney Keith Vaughan.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION
ACCEPTED ON FIRST READING.
Wilson that
CALL: Aldermen:
Williamson,
received nine (9)
CARRIED.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson , to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher,
Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion
received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION
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CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes~ (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Fletcher moved,, seconded by Alderman Wilson that
~ Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
~Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fl et cher, Wi ll i amson,
~Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9)
() affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CA.RRIED.
<(ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 934 THIS 18th DAY
<(OF OCTOBER 1990.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that only $550,000.00 of the five million
dollar city budget is received from real property tax .
City Attorney Vaughan pointed out that the emergency clause is
included in the ordinance to accommodate the county clerk and the
quorum court in completing 1991 tax collections by the end of the
year.
b. ORDINANCE 935 <*15-90) Re: Bail Bondsmen
This item was deleted from the agenda to be presented at the next
regular meeting of the Council.
c. DISCUSSION: LAWSUIT/Dept. of Pollution Control versus City
of Jacksonville
City Attorney Vaughan explained that there will be no factual
issues to be decided, merely legal issues to be decided by the
court and that his recommendation to the court is to allow each
side to brief the issues and then make a determination as soon as
possible based upon the briefs of each side. He said this manner
would be most cost effective and timely with a decision much
faster than if a hearing were scheduled.
It was noted by City Attorney Vaughan that attorney fees and
court costs are being asked for but that it is doubtful that they
will be awarded.
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Mayor Swaim explained that the Civil Service is working on an
exam for the Jacksonville Police Department. He noted that Fire
Chief Ezell has been working for several months with Professor
Zook from UALR who has agreed to prepare an exam for both the
Police and Fire departments which exams are required annually.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson to suspend the
rules and place an item having to do with Civil Service Exams on
the Agenda. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim said that $1,500.00 will need to be paid to Mr. Zook
upon completion of the exam to be used for promotion in the
Police Department, thus making the matter timely. He said that
Mr. Zook has also agreed to do follow up exams at a reduced rate
but that it would not be necessary to appropriate those funds .at
this time. He added that an agreement has been reached with Mr.
Zook that he will work with the city, that the Civil Service
Commission is satisfied with his presentation and request at this
time that the city appropriate $1,500 to pay him upon completion
of the promotional exam for the Police Department. He said that
the Fire Department exam will be done at a later date adding that
the money will need to be taken from the Contingency Fund.
He pointed out that the exam process is very difficult to
explain, that portions of the exam cover state law and traffic
procedures but that it almost has to be tailored to each
individual city following guidelines set forth in their policy
and procedures manual.
Chief Ezell noted that there are some standards which fire and
police departments do from city to city but that there are
certain things particular to their individual cities thus
creating the difficulty in preparing the exams.
Concerns were expressed by Alderman Ray regarding the expense of
exam preparation and he questioned why the Fire Chief could not
prepare the test.
Chief Ezell explained that persons outside the
required to prepare the exam to eliminate any
bias and he related that the system used by Mr.
preparation has already met the court challenge.
department are
possibility of
Zook in exam
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Smith that $1,500.00 be
appropriated from the Contingency Fund to pay for the preparation
of a promotional exam by Mr. Harold Zook for the Police
Department.
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Mayor Swaim pointed out that Mr. Zook has agreed, for $750 .00 per
year, to update the test annually and will be prepared to defend
its certification in court.
More discussion ensued regarding who can prepare a valid exam
during which Mayor Swaim stated that state law declares that a
promotion test must be given annually by a city of the first
class explaining that promotions are to be made from the persons
with the the top three scores.
~Mayor Swaim agreed that mandates handed down by the state are not
~always desirable for cities and that they are not funded but that
~ they have to be followed.
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()It was pointed out that the exam is necessary for the Police
<!Department in that there is a position open for promotion.
<t Mayor Swaim said that in the event the City of Jacksonville is
sued and looses a case regarding the examination, Mr. Zook cannot
be held responsible for the funds. He added that some bids
received in the past ranged from five to six thousand dollars to
thirty thousand dollars. He said that the exam for the Fire
Department will cost $1,500.00 and then $750.00 for updating the
test annually.
At this time a vote was taken on the aforementioned motion.
MOTION CARRIED.
City Attorney Vaughan noted that the suit regarding Sherri Jordan
Ward is against the Civil Service Commission and the City of
Jacksonville and that her complaint is that she has been
discriminated against due to her sex in a promotion process where
she rated as the top person. He said that another test is being
given instead of using the promotion list which will expire in
the next thirty days. He said that he has contacted the
Municipal League with regard to the suit and that the city is
covered adding that he has not received a request from the league
for funds to initiate their insurance coverage.
APPOINTMENTS: Re-appointment of Mr. Tommy Bond for a five year
term to expire 10/24/1995
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that Mr. Tom~y
Bond be re-appointed to the Housing Facilities Board as
recommended by the board. MOTION CARRIED.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Swaim noted that by the first week in November budget
hearings would probably begin.
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It was pointed out by Alderman Wilson that the news regarding the
use tax refund possibility is good and that he feels the funds
should not be used in the budget for any type of ongoing activity
and suggested that the council set up a committee of citizens to
review some options that would be most appropriate for the needs
of the community utilizing those funds for capital improvements.
Mayor Swaim agreed that long-term commitments should not be made
for the funds when received: approximately $284,240.00 and
possibly $577,231.49 to be refunded with regard to Act 31, 1987.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Fletcher that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 7:50 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully.
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City Clerk-Treasurer
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AGENDA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 1, 1990
II
1 . OPENING PRAYER:
2 . ROLL CALL:
3 . PRESEN'TATI.ON' OF MINUTES:
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4 . APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES·:,
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9 . POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10 .· STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL: '·'
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15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS :
ADJOURNMENT:
7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
Regular City Council Meeting
October 18, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
October 4, 1990
a. Request to accept bid: Tractor with
side Mower
b . Drainage reconstruction/Warehouse
Row, Redmond Rd.
a.
b .
c .
ORDINANCE 935 <*15-90) RE: AMENDING
BAIL BONDSMAN'S REGULATIONS
Presentation by Lowell Kincaid Re:
COUNTY JAIL CONSTRUCTION
Request to accept bid: AUDIT REPORT
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 1. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:35 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -:tt:1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on November 1, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council . Alderman Gary Fletcher delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis. Ray. Wilson. Fletcher. Keaton.
Williamson. Twitty and Keaton were present. PRESENT. nine
(9). ABSENT. (0) Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL and
declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan, City
Engineer Duane Reel, Finance Director Gene Kelley and Asst. Paul
Mushrush, Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Street Superintendent
Robert Martin, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum, Code Enforcement
Officer John New, other city employees , interested citizens and
members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of October 18, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MI NUTES:
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of October 4.
be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
the
1990
STREET DEPARTMENT :
side mower
a. Request to accept bid: Tractor with
City Engineer Reel noted that there were four bids out of eight
requests and that there was approximately $822.00 between the low
bid and the next highest bid. He said comparisons have been made
between the types of equipment that were bid and in talking to
persons who have used both types, the second low bid 1s
recommended for acceptance in that he felt that the performance
of the equipment will far outweigh the difference in price.
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He said that the low bid meets minimum specifications and that
the next highest bid, which is recommended, has a longer warranty
and faster delivery.
In written material presented to the Aldermen in the agenda
packet, the bid recommended offers factory trained service men to
train city operators which was not addressed by Mo-trim.
BID SHEET INFORMATION:
DEPARTMENT: STREET DATE OPENED: 25. October 1990
BID ITEM: TRACTOR W/SIDE MOWER
BIDDER: CAPITAL FORD NEW HOLLAND TOTAL: $28,958.13
Terms: Net Delivery: 60 days ARO PROX
BIDDER: LITTLE ROCK EQUIP. SALES
Terms: Net Delivery: FACTORY STOCK
TOTAL:
BIDDER: NEWTON EQUIP. CO. TOTAL:
Terms: Net Delivery: 30 Days ARO PROX
FREEWAY RENTAL & TRACTOR SALES TOTAL:
Terms: Net Delivery: 60 Days ARO PROX
29,780.22
32,734.00
32,019.00
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the bid
of $29,780.22 from Little Rock Equipment Co. be accepted as
recommended. MOTION CARRIED.
b. Drainage reconstruction/ Warehouse Row, Redmond Rd.
City Engineer Reel explained that there is a drainage ditch. in
an area referred to as Warehouse Row, which is on the North side
of South Redmond Rd. South and West of Lomanco Mfg. Co., which
has not had any maintenance for thirty or fourty years. He said
that it was the assumption of the city that the original owners
of the property would maintain the ditch since it ran through
their property, but that the person or persons who owned it
thought the city would maintain it and that the situation is such
now, in that the ditch serves the area of several businesses,
that the city needs to clean the ditch out , straighten up some
flo lines, replace some pipes and get it to where it will drain
and can be maintained. He noted that a rough estimate of thirty-
five to fourty thousand dollars would make the ditch servicable
adding that next summer, when the flo line can be straightened
out, another fifteen or twenty thousand may be needed. He said
that this improvement would get the water away from businesses in
the area and get the ditch where the city can maintain it. He
recommended that the city bear the responsibility for only the
main channel, not individual streets. He said that he has
informed the private owners that if they would bring the streets
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up to the minimum standards, required by the city, for an
industrial street, that the city would take over the maintenance
at that time.
Mr. Reel said that the elevations of the culverts vary and that
due to the build up from drainage problems, they need to be
re-layed so that a decent drainage grade can be achieved.
He related that smaller drainage projects will not be put aside
if the Council sees fit to approve this project.
Mayor Swaim said that money which has accumulated for large
drainage projects will be affected, but that the priority list of
drainage projects city wide will not be affected as he responded
to concerns of Alderman Fletcher that smaller projects might be
overlooked.
City Engineer Reel said that there are approximately a dozen
manufacturing, warehousing businesses in the area needing the
drainage improvements.
Alderman Keaton noted that until drainage is improved it is
unlikely that money will be spent by individual businesses toward
any improvements to the streets due to the possibility of
deterioration due to drainage problems.
Engineer Reel said that he felt the project should go out for
bids in that a full-time contractor is needed on the job.
Mayor Swaim recommended that a meeting of business owners,
himself and members of the City Council be set up regarding the
expectations of the city and their obligations as business
owners in the drainage improvement area.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson that the
drainage improvement project on Warehouse Row. Redmond Rd. be
let for bids. MOTION CARRIED. Alderman Keaton abstained.
Mayor Swaim voiced that Aldermen would be informed of the date
and time of the meeting in advance.
Mr. Don Kneuven related that, unofficially, Mr. Campbell who was
stated to own property along Warehouse Row, is deceased. He
agreed at Mayor Swaim's request to aid in setting up the meeting
of business owners and the City Council.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
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GENERAL: ORDINANCE 9 3 5 (415-90) RE: AMENDING BAIL
BONDSMAN'S REGULATIONS
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5.12 OF THE JACKSONVILLE MUNICIPAL
CODE; BRINGING THE JACKSONVILLE BAIL BONDSMAN'S REGULATIONS INTO
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
City Attorney Keith Vaughan
9 3 5 does two things; (1)
Ordinance comply with state
registration of the bondsmen to
Clerk where those who work with
for the records.
related that basically Ordinance
it makes the Jacksonville City
law and (2) it switches the
the office of the Municipal Court
the bondsmen will be responsible
Alderman Smith moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson ,that
Ordinance be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
During the FIRST READING of the Ordinance by City Attorney Keith
Vaughan, Alderman Marshall Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray
that reading of the entire ordinance be dispensed with. MOTION
CARRIED.
I There was discussion regarding the preparation of the list
I as distributed to the Municipal Judge, Mayor Swaim and the Court
Clerk. City Attorney Vaughan said that state law sets forth that
the first to file and those thereafter be listed in the order and
time of filing instead of alphabetically.
Ald. Keaton suggested that dates and times are stamped on each
form submitted by a bail bondsman to the Court Clerk.
City Atty. Vaughan voiced that proof by bail bondsmen that they
have registered with the Circuit Clerk makes them eligible to be
placed on the list of bail bondsmen in the City of Jacksonville.
It was noted by Alderman Keaton that in the past there have
complaints made that names of certain bail bondsmen have
given out by policemen and he requested that all parties be
aware that the list of qualified bail bondsmen should be
manner in which names are distributed to those needing
service of a bail bondsmen.
been
been
made
the
the
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Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that
Ordinance be accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton
and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0)-' Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes. (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. ACCEPTED
ON FIRST READING.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson , to
suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on SECOND READING. ROLL
CALL. Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Wilson,
Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY (0).
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes. (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith Vaughan read the
Ordinance for the SECOND TIME.
Alderman Ray moved .. seconded by Alderman Wilson to
further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on THIRD AND
FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes. (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Attorney Keith
Vaughan read the Ordinance for the THIRD AND FINAL TIME.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that
Ordinance be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen:
Knight, Smith, Lewis , Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson,
Keaton and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
ORDINANCE APPROVED AND ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 935 THIS 1st DAY
OF NOVEMBER 1990.
b. Presentation by Lowell Kincaid Re: COUNTY JAIL CONSTRUCTION
Mr. Kincaid gave a verbal presentation updating the Council on
the construction of the County Jail and also presented pictures
of the layout of the building and grounds.
He said that 528 new beds would be provided, 24 of them for
juveniles and that there are 248 beds in the old jail making a
total of 816 inmates.
He noted that the design will be presented to the County Judge,
that on Monday the first bids will be let and that December 1,
1990 is set for the official ground breaking for the facility.
He pointed out the many features that are provided for in the new
facility with regard to safety, staffing, recreational space ,
visiting of inmates, hospital care, etc.
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He said that the life of the facility is the year 2010 and that
the design is such that expansion will be easy. He pointed out
that the project is within budget at this time without any
additional monies at this point.
Mayor Swaim noted that the one-cent jail tax is due to expire in
April, 1991 and that the approximate accumulation of funds is
twenty-nine million dollars.
He added that the Jacksonville Municipal Jail will become a
temporary holding facility and that a shuttle bus furnished by
the county, on a six hour basis, is proposed for transporting
inmates to the county facility. He said also that $75,000.00 per
year has been designated toward the share of the City of
Jacksonville for operating expense of the county facility.
Mr. Kincaid noted the counciling and educational
for juvenile inmates who will be housed in the the
units for juvenile offenders.
possibilities
proposed 24
Thanks were expressed by Mayor Swaim and the Council to Mr.
Kincaid for his presentation.
c. Request to accept bid: AUDIT REPORT
Mr. Kelley pointed out that three companies placed bids: (1)
Randal Bivings Co. of North Little Rock, (bid: $14,000.00,) (2)
McAlister & Associates, (bid: $14,950 and (3) Charles Cole of
North Little Rock, (bid: $17,750.00).
He noted two problems with the Bivings proposal: (1) 350 hours
proposed to perform the audit, and (2) that it included a section
of things that the City Finance Department would be expected to
do. He added that there 1s not enough staff for such
expectations.
He said
perform
minimum
it took
that the Cole Company set a minimum of 400 hours to
the audit adding that the McAlister firm submitted a
of 450 hours to perform the audit noting that last year
600 hours to complete.
He recommended that the second bid, from the McAlister Firm of
$14,950.00 be accepted.
Mayor Swaim noted that the Bivings Co. has one accountant which
was a concern.
Mr. McAlister voiced that the audit should be complete in
and no later than the first meeting in May, pointing out
quality of work done will outweigh any delay in his opini~n.
April
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Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that the bid of
McAlister and Associates, $14,950.00, be accepted. MOTION
CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim stated that possibly at the next meeting of the
Council, Metroplan representatives will be presenting
proposals to the City of Jacksonville regarding participation, on
a per capita basis, in a recycling and solid waste study with the
end result being that after the site location that there would be
a bond issue passed which would be paid for out of the landfill
itself. He added that recycling will be a major part of the
study.
Alderman Smith, chairman of the Recyc 1 i ng Corruni t tee, said
approximately 4,000 lbs. of paper have been picked up from
two collector locations in town. He added that both
Pathfinder and Care Channel desire to continue the service to
community.
that
the
the
the
Mayor Swaim explained that less than $250.00 was collected from
the sale of paper since September 13, 1990 adding that
Pathfinder is paying a full-time employee to work and therefore
are setting the hours during which collections should be made.
It was expressed by Alderman Williamson that he
that the area will become unsightly if people come
and there is no one to receive them. He suggested
which to deposit the items.
was concerned
to leave items
a container in
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the company which did the striping
of streets is returning to do their job over due to the poor
quality of the work done and that money is being withheld until
the City Engineer is satisfied with the projects.
It was
posted
suggested by Alderman Wilson that
at City Hall for the convenience
election results
of those who
be
are
interested.
Mayor Swaim explained that he did not have City Hall
the last election due to the fact that it might have
that he was using it to benefit himself since he was
He said that he hopes in the future. it will become
thing to have election results posted at City Hall.
open during
been assumed
in the race .
an on going
Mayor Swaim noted that a meeting regarding the 1991 budget will
probably he held the week after the election.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT:
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NOVEMBER 1. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:35 P.M.
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the meeting
adjourn at approximately 8:35 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2 . ROLL CALL:
3 . PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
Regular City Council Meeting
November L 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5 . CONSENT AGENDA:
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Regular City Council Meeting
October 18, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/October
10. STREET DEPARTMENT: DISCUSSION: Letter from Ark. HwY. Dept. re :
Signal Lights at Martin and HwY 161
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12 . SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
13 . PLANNING COMMISSION:
14 . GENERAL:
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNf~ENT:
Request Authorization to purchase Pickup
Truck from DEPRECIATION FD.
ORDINANCE 936 (#16-90) RE: Rezoning of
Lots 11a and 11b N.E. and Harry Harpole Addn.
a. CONTINGENCY FUND EXPENDITURE: Deductible
of $2,000.00 for Legal Defense Fund
b. DISCUSSION: Hiring of Joe Zegler Consult-
ing Agency/CONTINGENCY FD. EXPENDITURE OF
$4,900.00
c. REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: Re-roofing Health
Dept . Building
d. DISCUSSION: ANNEXATION OF AREA I CARRING-
TON ROAD.
e. DISCUSSION: FLAG POLES/MARSHALL RD. &
MAIN STREET
f. PRESENTATION OF 1991 BUDGET
APPOINTMENT OF MR . TERRY SANSING TO FILL CITY.
COUNCIL VACANCY LEFT BY THE RESIGNATION OF
MR. STEVE COOP
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m.
:reGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -:11:1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
l~e City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
rtegular Session on November 15, 1990 at the regular meeting
place of the Council. Alderman Smith· delivered the invocation
after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in the
"Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL
Aldermen: Knight, Smith. Lewis. Ray, Wilson. Williamson, Keaton
nd Twitty were present. Alderman Fletcher came in at
pproximately at 7:30p.m. PRESENT nine (9). ABSENT (0). Mayor
~waim also answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
(Jothers present for the meeting were: Fire Chief Rick Ezell,
e3Peputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Purchasing Agent Art Hodum, City
~Attorney Keith Vaughan, City Engineer Duane Reel, Code
~nforcement Officer Wayne Cox, City Finance Director Gene Kelley
and Assistant Paul Mushrush, other city employees . interested
citizens and members of the press.
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
Mayor Swaim asked that the Council move the appointment of Mr .
Sansing. listed under item 15, to the top of the agenda.
:\lderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Mr. Terry
')ansing, who was duly elected by the City of Jacksonville for a
'c.wo year term as an Alderman in Ward 2. Position 2. be appointed
to fill the vacancy created on the Council by the resignation of
Alderman Steve Coop. MOTION CARRIED.
At this time, Mayor Swaim administered the Oath of Office and
Alderman Sansing was seated with the City Council for the
remainder of the session.
PRESENTA T ION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of
Meeting of November 1, 1990 for study
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
the Regular City Council
and action at the next
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of October 18, 1990
be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA: ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that the report
be approved which was submitted by the Animal Control Department
for the month of October which reflects $20.00 in contributions.
~893.50 in adoptions/Fines. and $525.00 in Security Deposits for
,:s_ total of $1,438.50. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith.
Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Wilson, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted
·AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
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WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKAl~S?-.S
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m.
STREET DEPARTMENT: DISCUSSION: Letter from Ark. HwY. Dept. re:
Signal Lights at Martin and Hwy 161.
Mayor Swaim voiced that the letter states that FAU funds are
available to aid in placing the signal lights at the intersection
of Martin Street and Highway 161.
He pointed out that the city has contended for years that traffic
problems and accidents are proof that a signal light is needed at
the intersection. He said that the Highway Department has agreed
that the need prevails and that the letter requests that they be
allowed to move forward with the planning and design of the
light. He noted that funds were set aside in 1989 for special
projects which in c ludes this o ne and that FAU funds are suggested
to be used on a matching basis relating that he would propose, if
there is great delay with ~he project, that the city go ahead
with the money which has bee n set aside for the endeavor.
Alderman Keaton requested that City Engineer Reel get with the
des1gners of the project so that input for the design would
include plans to make No~~h First Street as a four-lane
thoroughfare.
Mayor Swaim suggested also ~hat a turn lane be included jn this
phase of planning if possible.
He pointed out that the cit~· has done traffic counts. video taped
the intersection and the City Engineer has expended efforts with
the Highway Department in gaining approval for the signal lights.
PARKS & RECREAT I ON DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT: Request Authorization to purchase Pickup
Truck from DEPRECIATION FUND
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the equipment in the Sanitation Fund
is depreciated; that it was set up on a profit and loss basis and
that the vehicle used by Sanitation Superintendent Billy Gilmore
needs to be replaced. It was noted that vehicle milage is
107,000. Mayor Swaim stated that the truck can be bought under
the State Contract and that Depreciation Funds are available for
the purchase. He said that a compressor would be put in the back
of the present truck which will be used in repairing trucks
especially at times when a1r brakes fail.
CITY OF JACKSOl'\VlLLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COVNCTL MEETlNG
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m .
1lderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Knight to replace the
:ickup truck used by the Sanitation Superintendent from the
~epreciation Fund at a cost of $10,073.00 through state contract
purchase. MOTION CARRIED.
PLANNING COMMISSION: ORDINANCE 936 (#16-90)
Lots 11a & llb N. E. and Harry Harpole Addn.
Re: Rezoning of
(from R-2 to C-1)
Mayor Swaim stated that the item has been w1~narawn from the
_fgenda due to an error in advertising trJe date of the public
'llearincr and is referred back to the Plannincr Commission. He ~noted that January would be the earliest date ~)fa public ·hearing
rlor the requested rezoning at the Regular Planning Commission
()'Ieeting.
~ENE RAL: a. CONTINGENCY FUND EXPENDITURE: Deductible of
2,000.0 0 for Legal Defense Fund
Mayor Swaim explained that a lawsuit filed against the city by
one of the police officers could cost the city much more ~nan the
legal defense fee charged by ~ne Mun1cipal League. He said that
1~ is very critical that the city use ~he legai defense in that
the suit is one regarding discrimination and that if the case 1s
ost. the legal defense fund would pay the losses. He said that
~-Je $2.000.00 would be taj-:en from the Contir1gency Fund .
.. lderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Keaton to appropriate
$2,000.00 from the Contingency Fund to be paid to the Legal
Defense Fund for a lawsuit filed against the city by Sherry Ward.
MOTION CARRIED.
b. DISCUSSION: Hiring of Joe Zegler Consulting
Agency/CONTINGENCY FUND EXPENDITURE of $4,900.00
IVwyor ~;vmim point-ed out t.hat. ·ne rtas never been satisfied witt-1 the
~:ysteru of job description~ and pa_y grades af!ci evaluations and
t.hat he feels the system needs ~o be re-done and done properly
adding that job descriptions are t0tally out of proportion of
wnat they are supposed to be.
He said that Mr. Zegler would conduct a 16 hour ~rainin~ course
for all department heads which woulci teach the ciepartment head
how to administer discipline. how to document discipline. now to
handle EEOC complaints. how ~o handle personnel complaints on a
·;eneral basis etc. He would do a job description for each
mployee and being an impartial person he can evaluate the
mportance of that person to the city according ~o the
: esponsibjlity of each job.
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NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m.
He said that after evaluations are done, Mr. Zegler will work
with the city in re-doing the grade scale which has 30 pay grades
at this time. He noted the struggle in budget times to place
persons properly and that in the past persons were moved without
justification noting that the grading system should treat each
employee fairly which , he added, is one of his main concerns.
Mayor Swaim said that Mr. Zegler would train a personnel officer,
a position proposed in the 1991 budget, noting that the
personnel files are available to more than one person in the
Finance Department at this time and that he would be available
to this employee for a year as a consultant.
Mayor Swaim noted that he has at hand references with regard to
Mr. Zegler and his credibility as a personnel consultant.
Alderman Smith voiced that he has known Mr. Zegler for thirty
years and confirmed his credibility as an expert in the personnel
field in the State of Arkansas adding that he felt he would be of
great aid to the city in the developing personnel policy.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that Mr. Joe
Zegler be hired at a cost of $4,900.00 from the Contingency Fund
as a consultant to aid the city in setting up personnel policy
and pay grade scales. MOTION CARRIED.
c. REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: Re-roofing County Health Clinic
Building
Ma yo r Swaim noted the bids as f o llow: DATE OPENED: Nov. 6. 1990
Clinic (Appox. 35 squares)
TOTAL: $4.800.00
TOTAL: 2,150.00
Description: re-roof County Health
BIDDER: FOUNDS HOME IMPROVEHENT
BIDDER: B & G HOME IMPROVEMENTS
BIDDER: LLOYD SILLS TOTAL: 2.080.00
FOUNDS: 1.00/SF B & G: 12.00/32SF
LLOYD SILLS: 1.50/SF
Replace damaged decking
Repair damaged trim FOUNDS: 4.00/LF B & G: NOT STATED
LLOYD SILLS: 1.50/LF
Recornmended Award to Lloyd Sills
Other Information: All bidders offered 20 yr. shingle warranty
Mayor Swaim voiced that the funds to do the project would come
from Contingency also and the amount remaining in the fund after
payment would be approximately $70,000.00,
He said that there is a pending lawsuit. which could be as much as
$50,000.00 not covered by defense fund with Municipal League and
that the cost to the city could be as much as $50.000 .00 which he
said is being held in reserve.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m .
• lderman Wilson requested that Contingency Fd. expenditures for
.990 be provided to the Council in the near future.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the County and the City of
Jacksonville have shared utility expense on the building for a
number of years and that he has met with Judge Gruber trying to
work out some kind of agreement with her before her tenure
office is over. He said that based on real estate law
building belongs to the City of Jacksonville due to the fact
in
the
that
City M,t is on city owned property. He said that he and the
~ngineer have viewed the roof which is in terrible shape.
~e noted that the contract for re-roofing the building calls for
~he removal and hauling off of the old shingles.
~lderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson that the
<lb id of Lloyd Sills be accepted for repair of the roof on the
Health Clinic building. MOTION CARRIED.
d. DISCUSSION: ANNEXATION OF AREA CARRINGTON ROAD
Mayor Swaim noted that the Water Department is considering
allowing some outside the city tie-ons in the Carrington Road
=--rea which is probably a mile outside the city 1 imi ts. (general
.ocation: just beyond Coffelt Road on the right side going
orth) He pointed out that the Water Department feels that if
~he water service materializes. the area should be annexed into
the City of Jacksonville. adding that he did not favor forced
annexation. He said that the Judge in Lonoke County would have
to approve any annexation in that the area is in that county.
City Engineer Reel replied. to a question by Alderman Fletcher.
that the annexation of said land would probably not aid in
getting an off ramp with regard to Hwy 67-167.
It was explained that any annexation would have to be contiguous
as Mayor Swaim explained other areas which would be affected.
It was suggested by Alderman Wilson that the Planning Commission
get involved in reviewing the possibility of annexing the area.
Mayor Swaim voiced that he has asked the City Engineer to present
the possibility of annexing property south of General Samuels Rd.
and north of the new Main Street Cut-off which is unoccupied land
at the present and which would be developable in the future.
He noted that there is approximately 200 acres in the Carrington
~oad area adding that Picthorn Lake. which will probably become
'iD excellent recreational area for the city, would basically be
3Urrounded by the City of Jacksonville if the annexation
1aterializes. He said there are approximately 25 to 30 houses in
the area.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m.
Alderman Ray pointed out that the people in the Valentine Road
area have requested annexation for a long time and that he could
not favor any other area being annexed until consideration is
given to that area.
It was noted by Mayor Swaim that he had consulted with the Fire
Chief and that the city already covers the area adding that the
Police Department sees no problem with coverage by their
department. He said that fire insurance classification changes
would be advantageous to persons living in the area.
It was noted by Mayor Swaim that if water is purchased
area from the City of Cabot. it is unlikely that the
Jacksonville will annex the parcel.
He asked that questions by any member of the Council be
to Mr. Chuck Drummond and noted that a map will
available soon.
e. FLAG POLES/MARSHALL ROAD &. MAIN STREET
by
City
the
of
directed
be made
Mayor Swaim noted that in 1987 when expenses were higher than
income.
n ow , at
feels it
the flags wore out and were not replaced adding that
a time when our country is defending our freedom, he
is important to display them. He said that persons
tr ave ling the freeway have inquired about the flags and said that
they were an identification mark of t he City of Jacksonvi l le.
He requested that the Council allow for the poles to be
sandblasted and that a ten foot by fifteen foot American Flag and
an Arkansas Flag of the same size be purchased and flown day and
night with possibly a light focused on each.
It was later noted that the lights would cost approximately
$5.000.00. The matter of lighting was dropped from the request.
Purchasing Agent Art Hodum suggested that two of the Arkansas
Flags be purchased in that they are special made.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson that the
Mayor be given the authority to restore the flag poles and
purchase one ten foot by fifteen foot American Flag and two ten
foot by fifteen foot Arkansas Flags to be flown thereon. MOTION
CARRIED.
ADDITION TO AGENDA:
Mayor Swaim voiced concern for the Sunnyside Hills Addition and
the deterioration of the same with regard to property up-keep
noting stronger enforcement of condemnation policies. He voiced
that community involvement would aid in keeping the communrty a
quality neighborhood .
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15 .. 1990 ,
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m.
Alderman Wilson suggested a city-wide program with condemnation
policies strengthened.
Past Alderman Coop noted that money is possibly availaple through
the CDBG Funding to aid in the project.
Alderman Knight volunteered to serve on a committee
City Clerk Leonard, Alderman Wilson. Community
Director Tony Ply, Alderman Sansing, City Engineer
Enforcement Officers John New and Wayne Cox.
along with
Development
Reel.. Code
~Alderman Fletcher suggested the setting aside of money to be
~offered to civic organizations in town with regard to matching
()the amount in the improvement project.
<!Mayor Swaim pointed out that he added an additional $3,000.00 in
<t the 1991 budget for the mowing of lots in the city.
No chairman was chosen and no meeting date was set for the
committee.
City Attorney Vaughan voiced that if the ordinances in the
Jacksonville Municipal Code were enforced to the letter, some of
the problems would be taken care of. He pointed out that "adopt
a block" programs have been used in some cities with regard to
improvement endeavors.
Mayor Swaim noted that an "adopt a street" program as well as
previous suggestions made might need to be encouraged . by the
committee.
f. PRESENTATION OF THE 1991 BUDGET
Mayor Swaim asked the members of the Council what they desired
with regard to discussing the budget presently or setting up
meetings.
Alderman Keaton posed a question regarding $210,000.00 which
Mayor Swaim explained was saved out of sales tax funds received
in 1990. The Mayor pointed out that some sales tax money will be
lost due to loss of population as reflected in the census count.
He said that he prepared a balanced budget based on income that
is sure, as much as can be in this type of business. He said
that extra funds have been received this month in the sales tax
fund, which will amount to approximately $210,000.00 by the end
of 1990. He said that the money might be used for some of the
items deleted from the budget adding that those funds cannot be
guaranteed for the year 1991 and that the city should be very
careful with the expenditure of the money; that items purchased
should be a one-time expenditure. He said that money Wlll be
lost due to decline in population and increase because of use tax
refunds.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 15, 1990
7:30 p.m. -8:27 p.m.
He asked that the Council note an item of subsidizing bus service
through the CAT system from Jacksonville to Little Rock once a
day. He added that there would be a charge of $1.00 to each
person riding the bus with an additional payment of $22,000.00
per year to subsidize the route.
Budget Hearings were set for November 27 and November 29, 1990,
6:00 p.m.
It was requested that the Alderman receive a call reminding them
of the meeting.
It was noted that the City of Jacksonville is committed
annual contribution of $75,000.00 with regard to the
County Jail.
to an
Pulaski
It was suggested that a card be sent from the City Council to
Parker Colvin who is convalescing in the local hospital.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson that the
meeting adjourn at ~pproximately 8:27 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
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RE~ PERSUNNEL.. MATTERS
(Ald. Knight, Fletcher,
Wilson and Smith)
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 4, 1990
7:30 P.M. -9:36 P.M.
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -il INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in a
Special Session on December 4, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Marshall Smith delivered the
invocation after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in
the "Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight, Smith. Lewis. Sansing, Ray,
Williamson. and Twitty were present. Alderman Wilson
approximately 7:37 p.m. Alderman Keaton was absent.
nine (9). ABSENT, one (1). Mayor Swaim also answered
and declared a quorum.
Fletcher,
came in at
PRESENT,
ROLL CALL
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan, City
Finance Director Gene Kelley, Fire Chief Rick Ezell and Asst.
Chief Bill Baldridge, Park & Recreation Director Annabelle Davis,
Beautification Director Ophelia Balsingame, Street Superintendent
Robert Martin, Code Enforcement Officers John New and Wayne Cox,
City Attorney Elect Robert Bamburg, Water Commission Chairman Mr.
Pat Wilson, other city employees, interested citizens and members
of the press.
GENERAL:
PERSONNEL MATTERS
Mayor Swaim opened the meeting stating that it had been called by
Aldermen Emma Knight, Gary Fletcher, Larry Wilson and Marshall
Smith and asked what the desire of the Council was regarding the
item of business.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the
Council go into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters in
general. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith, Lewis, Sansing,
Ray, Fletcher, Williamson and Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION
CARRIED.
Vaughan
by the
Use Tax
file a
At this point, Mayor Swaim recognized City Attorney Keith
who presented a check which is the result of the efforts
City Council to regain funds which are connected with the
Lawsuit. He stated that Jacksonville was the first to
lawsuit to regain the money left after refunds were
Judge Judith Rogers had previously designated that any
funds would be distributed among various charities.
claimed.
unclaimed
He noted that the amount of the check is $167,200.00
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE~ ARKANSAS
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 4~ 1990
7:30 P.M. -9:36 P.M.
The Council then adjourned for an Executive Session.
Finance Director Gene Kelley was called by the Council to attend
the session. He returned to the Council Chambers in
approximately one hour.
No other department head was called to meet with the Council
during the Executive Session.
The Council returned to the Council Chamber at approximately 9:35
p.m.
There were no motions or seconds to transact any business.
ADJOURNMENT:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the meeting
adjourn at approximately 9:36 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
lespectfully ~
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A2gNDA.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 6, 1990
1. OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES:
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
(ANIMAL CONTROL DEPT:)
(Fire Dept:)
(Police Dept:)
6. WATER DEPARTMENT:
7. SEWER DEPARTMENT:
8. FIRE DEPARTMENT:
9. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
10. STREET DEPARTMENT:
11. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
12. SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
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Regular City Council Meeting
November 15, 1990
Special City Council Meeting
December 4, 1990
Regular City Council Meeting
November 1, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/November
Regular Monthly Report/October
Regular Monthly Report/October
., 13. PLANNING COMMISSION:
14. GENERAL: BOIDSET HEARING #3
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 6. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:05 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -=tt=1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council
Regular Session on
of the Council.
after which Mayor
of Allegiance" to
ROLL CALL:
of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
December 6, 1990 at the regular meeting place
Alderman Reedie Ray delivered the invocation
Swaim led the standing audience in the "Pledge
the flag.
Aldermen: Knight, Smith. Sansing, Ray. Wilson, Fletcher.
and Twitty were present. PRESENT, seven (7), ABSENT. three
(3). Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Attorney Keith Vaughan. City
Fire Chief Rick Ezell and Asst. Chief Bill Baldridge, City Police
Chief Frank Neely, Finance Director Gene Kelley, Deputy City
Clerk Teresa Parker. Street Superintendent Robert Martin,
Sanitation Department Superintendent Billy Gilmore, Code
Enforcement Officers John New and Wayne Cox. City Attorney Elect
Robert Bamburg, Park & Recreation Director Annabelle Davis.
Melissa Founds of the Engineering Department other city
employees, interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of November 15, 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the minutes
of the Regular City Council Meeting of November 1, 1990 be
APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT FOR NOVEMBER. 1990/CODE
OFFICER JOHN NEW
ENFORCEMENT
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Knight that the
Regular Monthly Report for November which reflects Contributions
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of $100.00. Adoptions/Fines of $1,050.50, and Security Deposits of
$350.00 for a total of $$1,500.50 be APPROVED. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Sansing, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher and
Twitty voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT FOR OCTOBER, 1990/FIRE CHIEF RICK EZELL
Alderman Wilson moved,
Regular Monthly Report
Department which reflects
$114,050.00 be APPROVED.
seconded by Alderman Knight that the
for October of the Jacksonville Fire
an estimated fire loss for the month of
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 6. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:05 P.M.
Sansing, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher and Twitty voted AYE.
MOTION CARRIED.
NAY 0.
REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT FOR OCTOBER. 1990/POLICE CHIEF FRANK NEELY
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Knight that the
Council APPROVE the Regular Monthly Report from the Jacksonville
Police Department which reflects Fines and Bond Forfeitures of
$38,824.17 and Miscellaneous Payments of $345.10 for a total of
$39.169.17. ROLL CALL: Alderman: Knight. Smith. Sansing, Ray,
Wilson. Fletcher and Twitty voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Knight that an item
regarding a lawsuit filed by members of the Animal Control
Department be placed on the Agenda for Action. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that a lawsuit was filed by the Animal
Control Department concerning overtime and that negotiations for
settlement of the lawsuit have been reached.
He introduced City Attorney Vaughan who voiced that the total
worked out in the settlement is $3,499.64 with dismissal of the
federal lawsuit without prejudice; funds disbursed as follows:
(1) Payment of $213.00 overtime, $213.00 liquidated damage,
$46.00 regular pay, for a total of $472.00 to Brady L. Flinchum.
(2) Payment of $179.66 overtime, $179.66 liquidated damage,
$104.3~ regular pay, tor a total of $463.67 to Charlee Alli•on.
(3) Payment of $206.55 overtime, $206.55 liquidated damage,
$150.87 regular pay, for a total of $563.97 to Hagan Breeding . .
(4) Payment of $2,000.00 in attorneys fees to Kaplan. Brewer &
Maxey.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 6. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:05 P.M.
Attorney Vaughan said that the alledged damages were
plus $5,000.00 in attorneys fees, for a total of
adding that he recorrunended settl.ement in the amount of
noted above.
$6,262.71
$11.262.71
$3,499.64
Mayor Swaim explained that it was the desire of the persons named
in the lawsuit and employed in the Animal Control Department that
they t'e paid overtime for a period of nine months during which
they did not take comp time and prior to a study which he has
done recently. He said that upon completion of the study,
the persons have been paid overtime.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Sansing that the
settlement of $3.499.64 to be paid from the Contingency Fund. as
stated by City Attorney Vaughan. be accepted by the City of
Jacksonville to satisfy a lawsuit filed by members of the Animal
Control Department. MOTION CARRIED.
GENERAL:
DISCUSSION: REPORT FROM CHIEF NEELY RE: "MY LITTLE BUDDY DAY
CARE CENTER II
Alderman Fletcher requested information from Chief Neely
regarding complaints and filing dates and action of the
department with regard to an incident at My Little Buddy Day Care
Center. He added that he felt a public forum would be proper at
this time.
Chief Neely said that routinely the Jacksonville Police
Department recieves information from the Arkansas Department of
Human Services and that said reports are in reference to a point
that they have recieved a complaint of child abuse. He said that
reports are received along with other forms as notification from
Pulaski County Prosecutors Office and is not for the Jacksonville
Police Department to investigate. He said that notification is
necessary from one department to the other by law. He said that
the Jacksonville P.D. Department then waits for a confirmation of
the complaint form which tells his department that a case worker
from the Department of Human Services has substantiated the
complaint. He said that it was not possible to make contact by
phone with the woman who worked this particular case and
therefore there was a delay in knowing exactly what happened in
this case. He pointed out that the case worker is the direct
contact from his department to the Arkansas Department of Human
Services. He said that the telephone conversation with this
particular individual occurred after a newspaper article
regarding the incident. He added that he requested a complete
investigative report which gave details of the investigation and
that his department along with the Prosecutors Office qonducted a
full investigation which was completed on December 6, 1990. He
pointed out that the case is totally in the hands of the
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7:30 P.M. -8:05 P.M.
Prosecutor at this point noting that the above order in handling
of such matters was followed by the Jacksonville Police
Department and is routine. H.e said that if the incident is
reported directly to his department immediate involvement takes
place adding that this particular incident was reported directly
to the Arkansas Department of Human Services and not the
Jacksonville Police Department which altered the immediate
investigation by the J.P.D.
He said that whether or not the incidents are investigated by the
Jacksonville Police Department depends on the conversation with
the case worker in the department to which the incident was
reported.
Alderman Fletcher voiced that he felt that situations
nature should be investigated in that other children
harmed with like behavior.
of this
could be
There was further discussion regarding the actions of the
investigating officer in the Jacksonville Police Department.
Alderman Fletcher contended that persons
should be reassured that their case is
department.
calling the
important to
J .P.D.
the
Chief Neely pointed out that the Department of Human Services
uses several means to work through cases in counseling services
etc.
Alderman Knight expressed that it may be that more attention 1s
being given to prosecutions and convictions than to protection.
Chief Neely pointed out that the Department of Human Services did
conduct their investigation and restated the procedure which 1s
followed in dealing with matters of this nature.
More discussion followed with comments by Mayor Swaim that he
felt there was too great a delay by the J.P.D. in handling the
matter and posed a question to Chief Neely regarding the decision
of the officer from the J.P.D. as to whether or not to "follow-
up" with an investigation of the incident.
Chief Neely said that the officer did not have the authority to
make a decision of this nature and commented that the officer did
not use a good choice of words in an interview with the news
media. He said that the department is very concerned in child
abuse cases.
Alderman Knight noted that there is possibly an increa~e of child
abuse and that notice should be given to the issue of man power
for the police department to which Chief Neely agreed.
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 6. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:05 P.M.
It was noted by Chief Neely that the first form from Ark. Dept.
of Human Services was received August 23. 1990 and the
confirmation letter was received October 23. 1990 substantiating
sexual abuse. He added that the time element is not unusual and
that the case was not put in "File 13".
Mayor Swaim
between the
action taken
questions to
provide proof
investigating
decided not to
pointed out that a three week time period lapsed
time the October 23, 1990 confirmation letter and
by the Jacksonville Police Department. He posed
Chief Neely regarding whether or not he could
that calls to Human Services were made by the
officer at the J.P.D. and whether or not she
investigate the case.
Chief Neely said that he had the officers word that the calls
were made but that she was unable to make contact with the
investigating officer with the Human Services Division adding
that she does not have the authority to make the decision
regarding investigation of the case.
After a question regarding procedures by Alderman Sansing. Chief
Neely again pointed out the order of procedure followed in
handling routine complaints and the working together of the
departments.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that he is not satisfied with
lapse and suggested that it may be that procedures
looked at.
the time
should be
At this point, Ms. Virginia Reed, a Department Administrator of
Child Care Licensing, voiced that calls were made to the
Department of Human Services in an effort to reach the
investigating officer and that the two departments have worked
together on the matter.
Mayor Swaim asked for information from the Dept. of Human
Services regarding the times and dates of the interaction between
their Department and the Jacksonville Police Department.
Ms. Reed said that she would supply the information.
Other discussion followed regarding reports and procedures
between the Jacksonville Police Department and the Department of
Human Services.
Alderman Wilson noted that it may be that policies and procedures
may need to be looked at if it is found that no disciplinary
action should be taken in this particular case.
Chief Neely
involvement
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said that in the past. he has requested earlier
in like cases with the Dept. of Human Services.
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APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 6. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:05 P.M.
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the meeting
adjourn at approximately 8:05 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully,
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Lu a M. Leonard
City Clerk-Treasurer
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CITY COUNCIL OF JACKSONVILLE ARKANSAS
1 . OPENING PRAYER:
2. ROLL CALL:
!~~N.QA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20, 1990
7:30 P. M.
CITY HALL
3. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
December 6, 1990
4. APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION
OF MINUTES: Regular City Council Meeting
November 15, 1990
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
(Fire Dept:)
(Police Dept:)
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
Special City Council Meeting
December 4, 1990
Regular Monthly Report/November
Regular Monthly Report/November
a . TRICKEY LANE UTILITY COST
b. RAILROAD CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS WEST MAIN NEAR
LOMAN CO
c. RESOLUTION 431 (#14-90) TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION
/MARTIN AND NORTH FIRST ST.
11.
12.
13.
14.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL: a. PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION 432 8:00 P.M. Approv-
ing EIGHTH YEAR CDBG ENTITLEMENT FUNDS
15. APPOINTMENTS:
16. ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT:
b .
c .
d .
e.
APPROVAL OF SMALL CLAIMS COURT EXPEND.
REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: BEAVER CONTROL CONTRACT
REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: MEALS FOR PRISONERS
BUDGET HEARING #4
a. Industrial Specialist Report
b . CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED DECEMBER 24 & 25, 1990
IN CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS
c . CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED JANUARY 1, 1991 IN
CELEBRATION OF THE NEW YEAR 1991
d . OATH OF OFFICE CEREMONY FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS 1
JANUARY 1991, 10:00 A.M. CITY HALL (election
certificate required)
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:16 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -CITY HALL -4H INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on December 20, 1990 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Marshall Smith delivered the
invocation after which Mayor Swaim led the standing audience in
the "Pledge of Allegiance" to the flag.
ROLL CALL:
Aldermen: Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Wilson. Fletcher,
Williamson • Keaton and Twitty were present. Alderman Knight
came in at approximately 7:35p.m. PRESENT, ten (10), ABSENT,
(0) Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL and declared a quorum.
Others present for the meeting: City Fire Chief Rick Ezell City
Police Chief Frank Neely, City Engineer Duane Reel, Finance
Director Gene Kelley, Paul Mushrush of the Finance Department,
Deputy City Clerk Teresa Parker, Street Superintendent Robert
Martin, Sanitation Department Superintendent Billy Gilmore, City
Attorney Elect Robert Bamburg, Park & Recreation Director
Annabelle Davis. other city employees, interested citizens and
members of ~he press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of December 6. 1990 for study and action at the next
regular meeting of the council.
APPROVAL AND/OR
Alderman Smith
of the Regular
the Special City
MOTION CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the minutes
City Council Meeting of November 15, 1990 and
Council Meeting of December 4, 1990 be APPROVED.
a . FIRE DEPARTMENT
Alderman Ray moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the Regular
Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Fire Department for the month
of November. 1990 which reflects an estimated fire loss of
$14,675.00. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Wilson, Fletcher, Williamson, Keaton and Twitty
voted AYE. NAY 0. MOTION CARRIED.
b. POLICE DEPARTMENT:
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the Regular
Monthly Report of the Jacksonville Police Department for the
month of November. 1990 which reflects Computer Collections of
$11,725.71, Miscellaneous Payments of $20,422.10 and Accident
Report Copies of $246.00 for TOTAL COLLECTIONS OF $32,393.81 be
APPROVED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Knight. Smith. Lewis, Sansing,
Ray, Wilson, Fletcher. Williamson, Keaton and Twitty voted AYE.
NAY. MOTIOIN CARRIED.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:16 P.M.
Alderman Fletcher requested that information regarding progress
of the physical fitness programs in the Police and Fire
Departments be submitted to the Council with the monthly reports.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
SEWER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
a. TRICKEY LANE UTILITY COST
Mayor Swaim introduced the item of business and recognized
Engineer Reel who gave the following information regarding
project.
City
the
He pointed out that the City has received a letter with a bill
amounting to $3,455.00 for moving some poles by Ark. Power &
Light Co. He said that the charge is for relocation of utilities
on West Main Street Project.
Mayor Swaim said that the funds are available in the Contingency
rund.
Alderman Wilson moved. seconded by Alderman Williamson that the
bill for $3,455.00 to Arkansas Power and Light Co. be paid from
the Contingency Fund. MOTION CARRIED.
City Enq1neer Reel said that the weather has been the primary
hold up on the Trickey Lane Project explaining that there has
been a change in foremen. He said that an extension has been
granted to the contractors from the Highway Department due to
some utilities not being moved when they should have been before
work started on the project noting that the completion date is
slated for late February or early March. He added that the
weather and the ability of the contractors to perform will have
bearing on the completion date.
It was pointed out that present plans for the Trickey Lane
Project will not affect the problem intersection at Stanfill
Road. Engineer Reel said that right of way exchange would take
place at HwY 161 and Military Road where it ties into South First
Street. Said area will be cared for by the City of Jacksonville
and Trickey Lane, which will become an extension of HwY 294, will
be cared for by the State HwY. Dept.
Mayor Swaim noted that contact with the State HwY Dept. reveals
'that no change in planned at this time for the Stanfill Rd. area.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20, 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:16 P.M.
Alderman Fletcher suggested that legislation be looked into which
will aid cities willing to bear partial costs of improvements in
cases where state highways go thru them.
Engineer Reel said that the city participates in the Federal Aid
Urban Funding and that Jacksonville gets a certain percent of the
funds that are allocated to the state. He noted that part of
that money could be used for remodeling projects adding that
part of those funds are committed for the completion of West Main
and the widening of North First from Graham Road to Gregory
Street. He said that in order to have some matching funds for
the HwY. Dept. to work with, the city will be several years down
the road. He said appropriation through the legislature might
help to expedite the matter.
Alderman Wilson suggested that the Planning Commission and
Metroplan look into the problem of street names involved in the
Trickey Lane Project.
b. RAILROAD CROSSING IMPROVEMENTS WEST MAIN near LOMANCO
Mayor Swaim pointed out that past improvements have not corrected
the problem at the crossing. He noted that in 1987 proposals
were made to the railroad and that recent information from them
has disclosed their plan to expend $40,000.00, of which the City
of Jacksonville has been requested to contribute $6,000.00, on
totally rebuilding the crossing.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Williamson
$6,000.00 be appropriated from the Contingency Fund for
improvement of the railroad crossing on West Main in the area
Lomanco. MOTION CARRIED.
that
the
of
c. RESOLUTION 4 3 1 ( #14-90 J TRAFFIC S IGNALI ZATI ON/lviARTIN AND
NORTH FIRST STREET
RESOLUTION
JACKSONVILLE
INSTALLATION
161 (NO. 1ST
EXPRESSING THE WILLINGNESS OF THE CITY OF
TO UTILIZE FEDERAL AID URBAN MONIES FOR THE
OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY
STREET) AND MARTIN STREET.
Alderman Sansing moved, seconded
Resolution 4 3 1 <*14-90) be read.
Mayor Swaim read the Resolution.
by Alderman Wilson that
MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon,
Mayor S¥aim pointed out that the Highway Department will use FAU
Funds and that the city can use $30,000.00 set aside for the
project somewhere else.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Resolution
4 3 1 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. A~NSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:16 P.M.
Alderman Keaton expressed that care should be taken during the
review process of planning the project. that there be no
construction which might impede the widening of North First
Street.
Engineer Reel said that in the event usage of FAU Funds on the
West Main Project is more than projected, the city may have to
pick up the difference which he anticipates will not be as much
as 25% of the estimated cost.
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
GENERAL:
DEVIATION IN AGENDA:
In that the next item of business was a public hearing scheduled
for 8:00 p.m .. the Mayor deviated from the agenda.
b. APPROVll.L OF SMALL CLAIMS COURT EXPENDITURES
Mayor
funded
Swaim explained that an additional $2.000.00 should be
to the Small Claims Court to complete a computer system
transition in the court.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that $2,000.00 be
appropriated from the Small Claims Court funds to complete a
comuter system set-up. MOTION CARRIED.
c. REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: BEAVER CONTROL CONTRACT
BID SHEET INFORMATI ON: DEPARTMENT: STREET DATE OPENED: 12/13/90
One bid from Wildlife Management Co., was received: Amount:
$1.000.00 per month I ffi12.000.00 per year.
RECOMMENDED AWARD TO WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT CO.
Alderman Knight moved. seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
Wildlife Management Company bid of $1,000.00 per
month/$12,000.00 per year, the low bid. be accepted. MOTION
CARRIED.
Mr. Gerald White. wildlife management trapper. explained
, nature of the beaver in times of flooding and dry weather,
giving information as to how he traps beaver and breaks liP
I dams which they make. He related that dynamite is not used
the area which includes Jack Taylor farms to the east.
the
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANS.JI.S
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:16 P .M.
d. REQUEST TO ACCEPT BID: MEALS FOR PRISONERS
BID SHEET INFORMATION INCLUDED IN MINUTES.
Mayor Swaim noted that it is stipulated in the bid that if the
meals are not satisfactory, the contract can be rescinded.
The question was asked who would make such a decision .
Mayor Swaim said that someone from the department will have to
make the decision.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the low
bid from Martha's Diner. $2.28/meal or $6.84/man/day, be
accepted. MOTION CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENTS
a. Industrial Specialist Report
b. CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED DECEMBER 24 AND 2 5 . 1990 IN
CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS
c. CITY HALL WILL BE CLOSED JANUARY 1 . 1990 IN CELEBRATION OF
THE NEW YEAR 1991
d. OATH OF OFFICE CEREMONY for ELECTED OFFICIALS 1 JANUARY 1991,
10:00 A.M. CITY HALL (election certificate required)
RESUME AGENDA:
a. PUBLIC HEARING : 8:00P.M. APPROVING EIGHTH YEAR CDBG
ENTITLEMENT FUNDS
Mayor Swa1m opened the hearing and noted that the audience should
feel free to speak to the item of business.
Community Development Director Tony Ply said that Entitlement
Funds this year should be $227,000.00, the same as last year.
He said that projections are for four (4) programs not including
p r ogram administration; (1) $100,000.00 in eight CB) units of owner
occupied rehabilitation throughout the city, (2) $35 ,000.00 for the
Trickey Lane Sewer Project, (3) $50,000.00 for King Street
Project Phase II and (4) $2.000.00 for handicapp improvements .
He sa1d that program administration salaries, equipment and
supplies are projected at $40,000.00 .
There was discussion regarding other areas including the
Valentine Rd. area and what areas are eligible for improvements.
Mr. Ply said that HUD guidelines must be met in disbursements.
-BID ITHI :
U5ALS FOP. PRISONERS
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110. I QUA/I. DE SCRlPTIOil
1 MEALS FOR PRISONERS
THREE (3) MEALS PER PRISONER
PER DAY, DELIVERED , 365 DAYS
A YEAR. OPTION TO RENEW FOR A
SECOND YEAR.
I TOTAL PRICE
TERHS
-DEL-iVERY ..
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aPLAIIATIONS:
1) FUNDING
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BID DER:
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CITY OF JACI:SONVILLE, ARI~IISAS
ABSTRACT OF BIDS
BIDDER:
JOAN & MARYS
TOTAL U/llT TOTAL
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DEPARTMENT: POLICE
DATE OPENED: 13,DECEHBER;l990
BIDDER: OIOOER:
JAX COUNTRY HOlLDAY IIIN
Uti IT TOTAL UNIT
2.28/HEAL 6. 84/MAN/DAY 2.57/HEAL 7. 71/~IAN/DAY 7.36/HAN/DA .!!2 ~
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MINORITY
PREFERENCE -· .
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6. Bit PER ~IAN PER DAY 7.71 PER MAN PER DAY 7.36 PER HAN·PER DAY
AS REQUIRED AS REQUIRED AS REQUIRED ;
(2) RECOMMEtiDED AWARD TO HARTHAS DINER (3) OTHER ItiFORHATlOH
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20, 1990
7:30P.M. -8:16 P.M.
Alderman Knight related that she would like to see help for the
Valentine Road area if it qualifies and if funding is available.
She asked that calculations and a study of the area be made by
Mr. Ply with a report to the council in the next few months.
Mr. Ply said that it may be that funds can be used in the area
noting that it would be difficult to put more than $50,000.00
into one project as he pointed out that the sewer expense for the
Valentine area would be a major one and that it might take
several years to complete a project of that magnitude.
Mayor Swaim said that criteria used in fund determinations
includes the census count which will not change for ten years,
as well as budget cuts and an increase in the number of cities
who will share existing federal funds, Jonesboro in particular.
Mr. Ply said that the money should be distributed to accommodate
as much of the city as possible.
Mayor Swaim said that persons concerned with the distribution
funds should attend the public hearings.
Alderman Fletcher said that he felt the Planning Commission
should be involved in the annexation of any areas into the city.
More discussion ensued regarding use of funds in relocating
utilities.
l\l'ir. Ply noted that the information regarding
En~itlement Funding 1s open to the public for
office.
the Eighth
review at
Year
his
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman
Resolution 4 3 2 (+15-90) be read. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim proceeded to read the Resolution.
Lewis that
Whereupon,
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis, during the
reading of Resolution 432, that reading the Resolution in its
entirety be dispensed with. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Resolution
432 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim closed the public hearing at approximately 8:13 p.m.
as he pointed out that the public should attend the meetings and
give input regarding fund usage.
ADJOURNMENT:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE. ARKANSAS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 20. 1990
7:30 P.M. -8:16 P.M.
At 8:16 p.m. Mayor Swaim adjourned the Regular City Council
Meeting so that the Council could enter into (e.) BUDGET HEARING
=11=4.
RespectfullY.
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Lula M. Leonard
City Clerk-Treasurer
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BUDGET HEARING NO. 4
DECEMBER 20, 1990 8:17 P.M.
Alderman Wilson moved, seconded by Alderman Fletcher,
p.m. that the Council go into EXECUTIVE SESSION to
personnel matters. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Knight moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the
come out of EXECUTIVE SESSION at approximately 10:45 p.m.
CARRIED.
at 8:17
discuss
Council
MOTION
centered
that the
monthly
he is
Mayor Swaim stated that discussion in executive session
on a number of people, Mr. Mahone being one. He added
consensus of the Council was that he submit to them a
report regarding his performance and programs in which
involved.
He said that the position of the Industrial Specialist was
discussed at length with no action taken.
He also pointed out that the position of the City Attorney was
discussed at length with regard to whether it is full-time or
part-time.
Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson that the
salary increase for Mr. Mahone be limited to 4%. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Keaton moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the total of
the proposed budget for the City Attorney is $50,400.00. MOTION
CARRIED. Alderman Sansing opposed.
It was noted that the Council proposed that the Police Chief
receive no increase, but that the Captains receive the proposed
increase as shown in the 1991 budget.
Mayor Swaim noted that decisions regarding an additional
$210,000.00 in funds that could be available for projects or
equipment be made at a later date and not be incorporated in the
budget hearing.
He noted that as the budget is proposed, there is no increase for
the Mayor, his secretary, the Police Chief and the purchasing
agent. The deputy clerk will receive 4% and the probation
officer 4%.
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DECEMBER 20. 1990 8:17P.M.
layor Swaim stated that the Finance Department should prepare the
1udget ordinance for action at the January 3. 1991 Regular City
..:ouncil Meeting.
Alderman Fletcher moved. seconded by Alderman Ray that the
meeting adjourn at approximately 10:55 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully, ~
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Lula M. Leonard
City Clerk-Treasurer
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