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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 15, 2001
7:00 P.M. – 8:18 P.M.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - CITY HALL - #1 MUNICIPAL DRIVE
The City Council of the City of Jacksonville, Arkansas met in
Regular Session on February 15, 2001 at the regular meeting place
of the Council. Alderman Howard delivered the invocation and Mayor
Swaim led a standing audience in the “Pledge of Allegiance” to the
flag.
ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher,
Stroud, Twitty and Howard answered. Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL
CALL declaring a quorum. PRESENT nine (9), ABSENT (1). Mayor Swaim
announced that First Arkansas Bank and Trust has been nominated for
a business award and Alderman Wilson is attending, adding that
National Coatings was also nominated for a Statewide business
award.
Others present for the meeting were: Deputy City Clerk Melanie
Green, Director of Administration Murice Green, Human Resource
Director Dennis Foor, City Engineer Jay Whisker, Police Chief
Hibbs, Fire Chief Vanderhoof, Deputy of Public Works Jimmy Oakley,
CDBG Director Teresa Watson, Parks and Recreation Director George
Biggs, Parks Assistant Administrator Patty Walker, Mrs. Judy Swaim,
Mrs. DeDe Hibbs, Mrs. Helen Stroud, Mrs. Addie Gibson, Mrs. Lendy
Lewis, Planning Commission Chairman Art Brannen, Mr. Dennis Sobba,
Mr. Lloyd Friedman, Mr. Rocky Mantooth, Jacksonville Patriot
Reporter Peggy Koury, Leader Newspaper Reporter Rick Kron, and
interested citizens.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of February 1, 2001 for approval and/or correction at the
next Regular City Council Meeting.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that the minutes of
the Regular City Council Meeting of 18 January 2001 be APPROVED.
MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim related that City Attorney Bamburg is in the hospital
and will not be attending, wishing him a speedy recovery. He
related that Ordinance 1150 closing of the Railroad Crossing has
been removed from the agenda. He stated that the Railroad has
requested the closing regarding the overpass.
CONSENT AGENDA:
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 15, 2001
7:00 P.M. – 8:18 P.M.
REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT/ANIMAL CONTROL
Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Elliott to APPROVE the
monthly Animal Control Report for January 2001. Report reflects
the following:
REVENUES…………………………………………$ 419.00
CONTRIBUTIONS………………………………$ 160.00
ADOPTIONS/FINES…………………………$ 579.00
TOTAL……………………………………………………$ 579.00
REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT/POLICE DEPARTMENT
Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Elliott that the
Regular Monthly Report for January of the Jacksonville Police
Department be APPROVED. Said report reflects; Total Value of
reported Stolen Property $96,139.00, Total value of Recovered
Stolen Property $98,968.00, and Total Report Sales $382.00.
REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT/FIRE DEPARTMENT
Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Elliott to approve the
Regular Monthly Report for December, which reflects a fire loss of
$222,100.00, and a Savings Total of $400,500.00.
ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher,
Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. (0) voted NAY. MOTION
CARRIED.
WATER DEPARTMENT:
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT:
PLANNING COMMISSION: a. ORDINANCE 1151 (#5-01)
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS (GENERAL LOCATION: PROPERTY ADJACENT TO FRONTAGE PROPERTY
ON WEST MAIN STREET ACROSS FROM 3500 WEST MAIN STREET,
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS); AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBERS 213 AND 238 AND
THE LAND USE MAP OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; AND, FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that property begins in proximity to the
Shady Lane area and runs to the curve on West Main Street and
consists of 13 acres.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 15, 2001
7:00 P.M. – 8:18 P.M.
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Ordinance
1151 be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott,
Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard
voted AYE. NAY (0). Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Clerk Susan Davitt
read the Ordinance.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to dispense with the
reading of Ordinance 1151 in its entirety. ROLL CALL: Aldermen
Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard
voted AYE. Alderman Fletcher voted NAY. Motion received eight (8)
affirmative votes, (1) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to approve Ordinance
1151 on FIRST READING.
In response to a question, Mayor Swaim related that the rezoning
request is from manufacturing (M-2) to residential (R-O).
ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher,
Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to suspend the rules
and place Ordinance 1151 on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen
Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and
Howard voted AYE. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to further suspend
the rules and place Ordinance 1151 on THIRD AND FINAL READING. ROLL
CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher,
Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Howard to APPROVE AND
ADOPT Ordinance 1151. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED.
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ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 1151 THIS THE 15 DAY OF
FEBRUARY 2001.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 15, 2001
7:00 P.M. – 8:18 P.M.
b. ORDINANCE 1152 (#6-01)
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS (GENERAL LOCATION: 2505 COFFELT ROAD, JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS); AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBERS 213 AND 238 AND THE LAND USE
MAP OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Howard that Ordinance 1152
be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith,
Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted
AYE. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative
votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Clerk Susan Davitt read the
Ordinance.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to dispense with the
reading of Ordinance 1152 in its entirety. ROLL CALL: Aldermen
Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard
voted AYE. Alderman Fletcher voted NAY. Motion received eight (8)
affirmative votes, (1) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to approve Ordinance
1152 on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Stroud to suspend the
rules and place Ordinance 1152 on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud,
Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Motion received nine (9) affirmative
votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to further suspend
the rules and place Ordinance 1152 on THIRD AND FINAL READING. ROLL
CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher,
Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Motion received nine (9)
affirmative votes, (0) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
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Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to APPROVE AND
ADOPT Ordinance 1152. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED.
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ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 1152 THIS THE 15 DAY OF
FEBRUARY 2001.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 15, 2001
7:00 P.M. – 8:18 P.M.
c. ORDINANCE 1147 (#1-01)
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS (GENERAL LOCATION: SOUTHEAST CORNER OF T.P. WHITE AND
NORTH JAMES, JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS); AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBERS
213 AND 238 AND THE LAND USE MAP OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE,
ARKANSAS; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim related that the Ordinance proposes the rezoning of
lots 3 and 4, Block 1 of the Edgewood Subdivision.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Ordinance 1147
be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith,
Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted
AYE. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative
votes. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon, City Clerk Susan Davitt read the
Ordinance.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to dispense with the
reading of Ordinance 1147 in its entirety. ROLL CALL: Aldermen
Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and
Howard voted AYE. Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0)
negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to approve
Ordinance 1147 on FIRST READING.
Mr. Rocky Mantooth stated that he has worked on the project for
approximately four years. He then explained confusion with dates
and plats and presented a data summary sheet including back up
documentation to each Council member. He pointed out the original
1954 plat features lot 1 and 2 adjacent to James Street and
Hospital Street, in comparison, he pointed out that the 1963 replat
covering lots 2, 3, and 4 affected streets and their outlet
positions. He related that the original plat and bill of assurance
is included, adding that in 1959 all but two lots in the
subdivision were owned by Mr. Maury Mitchell. He related that the
two lots not owned by Mr. Mitchell were part of block 1 conveyed to
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the State of Arkansas for the Highway and lot 25, of block 3 that
was conveyed to the City. He stated that also during this time
there was a 1959 bill of assurance, which set forth provisions to
allow commercial, uses in block 1 of the Edgewood Subdivision. He
then related that in 1963 there was a total replat of the Edgewood
Subdivision with amendments and reference back to the 1959 bill of
assurance. He stated that the amendments were approved by the City
January 22, 1963. He went on to say following that the 1983 court
case in summary with Judge Judith Rogers stated that Edgewood
Subdivision was platted on October 8, 1954 and that such plat and
bill of assurance were binding on certain purchasers, since the
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property was sold before any attempts to change the original bill
of assurance, all amendments are invalid. He added that she did
not reference the 1963 plat but referred all the back to the 1954
plat. He then related that further in her decision it states “the
landowners and therefore all subsequent purchasers of lots in
Edgewood Subdivision to the town of Jacksonville have acquiesced to
such commercial usage of block 1, lot 2 Edgewood Subdivision to the
City of Jacksonville” referring to the 1954 original plat he
pointed out lots 1 and 2, saying that lot 2 was on the corner
adjacent to North Hospital. He referred to both plats in a side by
side comparison, stating that the Highway Department took lot 1 for
the current access road; which caused a shift to some streets and
closed off road the outlets of Brewer and Braden Street to the
access road. He then pointed out that in the 1954 plat the
property in question is all of lot 2 which pretty much covers the
existing lots 2, 3, and a portion of 4 today. He clarified that
lot 2 went all the way from the edge of lot 1 to Hospital Drive and
is the reason given the court case that they deem it to already be
commercial regarding the 1954 plat.
He then asked the council to move forward to 1992 regarding replats
of lots 6 through 17 of block 1 and related that it also referred
back to the 1959 bill of assurance. He stated that the lots were
70 ft wide and replatted into 60 feet wide lots, which was approved
by the City in 1992. He asked the Council to note that in 1995,
lot 000 of block 5, of Edgewood was rezoned to C-1 for the dialysis
center affirmed by a 10 to 0 vote by the City Council. He said
that action allowed new commercial into the subdivision. He stated
to summarize, that if you take the court case and you want to go
all the way back to 1954, look at lot 2, it started where lot one
was taken by the Highway Department, and goes to the edge of North
Hospital then continues down to what is considered lot 4 now. He
stated that if you want to come back and go with what the City
reapproved in the 1963 replat then you are going back to the 1959
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bill of assurance which allows commercial usage of block 1,
concluding that his understanding is that either way the use is
commercial.
Ms. Joyce Ward of 708 North James Street stated that she has been
presented with material tonight that she is not familiar with, but
added that she has done a lot of research on her own but did not
have everything that has been presented tonight. She related that
in the summary of Edgewood where it states that the replat of lot
6-17 referred back to the 1959 bill of assurance and was approved
by the City, she stated that she does not understand why that was
approved. She related that she understands there was a petition
circulated for the rezoning in 1995 for the dialysis center that
abuts the subdivision and in no way really affects property values.
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She stated that when Ms. Mantooth purchased the property she was
under the impression it was residential, adding that at the last
meeting with Mr. Friedman he thought it was residential property.
She said that Ms. Mantooth’s intent at that time is not known if
she planned to request a rezoning. She then related that Mr.
Friedman has made a lot of suppositions regarding what the
residents would like and as to what she would like without asking,
adding that as far as the ruling of Judith Rodgers is concerned,
when she says all subsequent purchasers, she was not aware of that
in the packet of material she received when she purchased her home.
She also stated that there was nothing about what subsequent
purchasers are expected to acquiesce to. She stated that she did
not acquiesce to that, adding that she received a bill of assurance
and that not many people are going to go to the court house and
thumb through every piece of paper to see if anything was left out.
She stated that in the original bill of assurance it says “no
noxious (chemicals) or offensive trade or activity shall be carried
on by any lot nor shall anything be done thereon which may be or
become an annoyance or a nuisance to the neighborhood”. She stated
that the development is going to be a nuisance and annoyance and it
is going to effect the property values. She then stated that the
bill of assurance also states that “if in any attempt to violate
any of the restrictions or covenants contained herein, it shall be
lawful for any other person or persons owning any other lot or lots
in this subdivision to prosecute any proceedings at law or in
equity against the person or persons violating or attempting to
violate any such restrictions or covenants or to recover damage for
such violations” and she would contend that Ms. Mantooth and her
son are in violation simply because they did not purchase
commercial property they purchased residential property and the
property was not properly posted for rezoning. She stated that she
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has no way of knowing how many people travel Hospital Drive, but
there were no signs facing James Street, just two that were posted
on North Hospital. She related that she was informed that the
development was to be a strip mall not an office space. She
mentioned a fence for the rear of lot 4 and questioned if similar
promises had been made for the development where Merle Norman is
located, adding she was also told that the other residents in the
subdivision did not matter because their property was not across
the street. She related that Mr. Friedman had said that he did not
believe that anyone would challenge the best use of the property
being commercial, given that it borders a four-lane street and
Highway; she said that she challenges that and feels there are
others that would also challenge, adding it would be deeply
regretted if rezoned and stated concern for area wildlife and the
lack of trees for concrete. She stated that she feels she is
having her rights removed.
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Alderman Fletcher questioned her feelings that rezoning the
property would be a nuisance, pointing out that a portion of the
property is already zoned commercial and that there is nothing that
prevents the owners from opening a “tires for less” or “seven-
eleven”. He questioned the nuisance of that kind of development
rather than a quiet office building with more aesthetic control by
working with the owner.
Ms. Ward stated that a development would bring extra traffic into
the area. She stated that she did not want to look out her garage
door and see a business. She said that Mr. Mantooth can use the
current building for commercial, which is ok with her if he burns
the current building down. She said she did not care if he puts an
insurance office in, although the neighborhood does care they would
have to go back to court and she is not sure it would do any good.
She concluded in saying that the neighborhood does not want
anything over there.
Alderman Fletcher questioned Ms. Ward in asking, it is commercial
now, something commercial can go in there right now, which could
generate 20 cars an hour versus putting in an office building which
might generate 10 cars an hour, how are you bettering yourself by
not trying to look at the options. He further clarified the truth
is there is a piece of property already commercial, there is
obviously going to be a commercial develop of some kind there.
Ms. Ward stated that she is not sure that makes sense and stated
that the 1954 plat is new to her.
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Alderman Fletcher stated that it is a matter of record.
Alderman Elliott pointed out that the court case does refer to the
1954 plat as being lot 2, which is adjacent to North Hospital
Street.
Alderman Twitty stated that in her opinion she would prefer, as a
personal view a nice new development rather than the current
building. She suggested that the developer put it in writing that
they would be willing to construct a privacy fence or plant tall
shrubs, which would be more decorative.
Ms. Ward agreed that it would look nicer, but it is not up to her
to make those decisions. She stated that she happens to be the
self-elected spokesperson, she went on to say that naturally if
there has to be a business, they would like something that looks
nice but regarding Mr. Friedman’s suppositions, she could make the
supposition that the value of residential property will decrease by
twenty to twenty-five thousand dollars.
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Alderman Twitty commented that with commercial property already
existing, it seems the neighborhood would want a choice in the type
of development rather than any commercial development.
Alderman Fletcher stated that it is a “rock and hard place” by one
lot already being commercial. He suggesting meeting with Mr.
Friedman regarding cooperation for a low maintenance building of
brick and vinyl siding, a low maintenance fence, and a highly
landscaped back with just as much road appeal as the front. He
stated that regarding traffic concerns, he realizes from his years
on City Council that problems are not solved sometimes until they
worsen. He stated that the situation of two State highways and a
bridge will have to be determined by the State if it will be widen
or a turn lane added on the bridge. He said that sometimes until a
situation becomes worse, it probably will not get the attention of
the state, as we would like. He stated that the traffic is already
there because of Wal-Mart and pointed out that proper aesthetics
make customers want to shop at a business, adding that if a
businessman is a smart businessman he will make it appealing for
people to patronize. He stated that James Street was widened into
four-lanes not because it is a residential street but because it is
in the plans of the City to commercialize. He mentioned business
located further south on James Street moving that way, and concern
for the view of traffic driving through Jacksonville who’s only
impression of Jacksonville is what they see from the freeway. He
stated similar issues with a four-lane that eventually developed
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commercial. He stated that if growth is inevitable, let it be
controlled growth where there is a say in development standards.
He conveyed that she and the neighbors could control the
development standards, suggesting a partial victory rather than no
victory.
Alderman Smith pointed out that Mr. Friedman has promised no exit
on Hospital Drive, controlled by the Planning Commission. He
stated that he felt the proposed development would be aesthetically
pleasing.
Discussion ensued regard concerns from Ms. Ward about access issue
later and it was clarified that no access to Hospital Street could
be made a matter of record in the ordinance.
In response to a question from Ms. Ward, Mayor Swaim stated that
if that is the situation, City Council can require the developer no
drive off Hospital Street and a fence along the properties and
everyone would be assured regarding an ordinance. He related that
the aesthetics would require neighbors meeting with the developer
for a compromise.
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Alderman Sansing proposed that the homeowners meet with the
developer and come back to the Council with a corrected ordinance.
Alderman Ray called for question.
Mr. John Thurman, attorney for Mr. Mantooth pointed out that a plot
plan and building plan would still have to be submitted to the
Planning Commission for approval. He stated that he met with Ms.
Ward and made assurances to her regarding a fence and no access to
North Hospital. He stated that the building plan would address
issues of aesthetics.
Alderman Ray withdrew his call for question to accommodate further
discussion and consideration for amendment.
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the
ordinance include an amendment at the end of section 1, stipulating
no vehicle access to North Hospital and a six (6) foot screening
fence along Hospital Drive and the west rear side of the property
between the residential area and the proposed development meeting
City Code.
Alderman Sansing suggested these stipulations be worked out between
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the neighbors and the owners in ordinance form before being
considered for passage.
Discussion ensued regarding wording for the amendments including
the time factor regarding construction of the fence.
The motion restated: Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman
Smith that the ordinance include an amendment at the end of section
1, stipulating no vehicle access to North Hospital and a six (6)
foot screening fence along Hospital Drive and the west rear side of
the property between the residential area and the proposed
development meeting City Code to be completed before any
construction begins. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Motion received nine (9) affirmative votes, (0) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to approve
Ordinance 1147 on FIRST READING as AMENDED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen
Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard
voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1). Motion received eight
(8) affirmative votes, (1) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
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Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to suspend the
rules and place Ordinance 1147 on SECOND READING.
Alderman Sansing stated that while he agrees with the amendment and
voted to support the amendment he does not feel it is the job of
Council to negotiate between property owners and neighbors that are
in disagreement. He voiced that he would like to see a completed
ordinance with no opposition.
Alderman Fletcher mentioned consideration for the need and
development of a “Green Ordinance”.
Mayor Swaim related that the Planning Commission is currently
observing other cities and litigation regarding the Little Rock
Green Ordinance.
ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud,
Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1).
Motion received eight (8) affirmative votes, (1) negative votes.
MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Elliott to further
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suspend the rules and place Ordinance 1147 on THIRD AND FINAL
READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Ray, Fletcher,
Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY
(1). Motion received eight (8) affirmative votes, (1) negative
votes. MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to APPROVE AND
ADOPT Ordinance 1147 as AMENDED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott,
Smith, Lewis, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1). Motion received eight (8)
affirmative votes, (1) negative votes. MOTION CARRIED.
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ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 1147 THIS THE 15 DAY OF
FEBRUARY 2001.
GENERAL: a. ORDINANCE 1150 (#4-2001)
This item was removed from the agenda pending ordinance
presentation at a later date.
b. Pulaski County Crime Stoppers
Alderman Ray related that he has been a volunteer for the
organization for some years and has just completed a term served as
chairman. He stated that it is a vital part of the City of
Jacksonville, North Little Rock, Sherwood, and Wrightsville who has
supported the efforts for the Pulaski County Sheriff regarding
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criminal offenders. He stated that the organization is strictly
supported by volunteers and donations from area businesses. He
stated that Crimes Stoppers appears on Channel 4 Sunday night at
10:00 p.m. and Monday morning. He stated that the program has an
award tip line, adding that he is asking the City of Jacksonville
to donate $1,000.00 to continue operations.
Mayor Swaim related that funds have been budgeted for crime
stoppers through the Police Department funds that could be used for
that purposed. He asked that in absence of the City Attorney, he
stated that he believes there would need to be a written agreement
of service from the Pulaski County Crime Stoppers, so the City
could donate those funds.
Alderman Ray stated that a contract would be fine and that the City
of Jacksonville already receives services through airtime regarding
criminal offenders.
Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Smith for the City
Attorney to prepare an agreement for donation of $1,000.00 to
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Pulaski County Crime Stoppers for services received. MOTION
CARRIED.
APPOINTMENTS: BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT APPOINTMENT
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Wilson to approve the
reappointment of Mrs. Martha Boyd for a term to expire 2/5/2004.
MOTION CARRIED.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Matters of the Heart Health Fair to be held at the
Community Center February 17 to begin at 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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City Hall will be closed Monday, February 19 for Presidents Day.
Landfill item will be picked up starting Tuesday and regular Trash
schedule will resume following landfill pickup.
Senior Citizen Roast to be held February 22, 2001, attendance
encouraged.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Swaim without objection adjourned the meeting at
approximately 8:18 p.m.
Respectfully,
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Susan L. Davitt MAYOR TOMMY SWAIM
City Clerk-Treasurer
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