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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 01, 2002
7:00 P.M. – 7:54 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 August 01, 2002 at the regular meeting place of the Council.
Alderman Stroud 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 roll call. Mayor Swaim also answered
ROLL CALL declaring a quorum. PRESENT nine (9), ABSENT (0).
Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Robert E. Bamburg,
Deputy Clerk Teresa Carter, Human Resource Director Charlie Brown,
Director of Administration Murice Green, City Engineer Jay Whisker,
Public Works Director Jimmy Oakley, Police Chief Ruthven, Planning
Commission Chairman Art Brannen, Finance Director Paul Mushrush, CDBG
Director Theresa Watson, Purchasing Agent C.J. Brown, Parks and
Recreation Director George Biggs, Wastewater Manager Mayor Swaim. Mrs.
Hughes, Wastewater Chairman Joan Zumwalt, Mr. & Mrs. Tommy Bond, Mr. Pat
O’Brien, Mrs. Judy Swaim, Mrs. Helen Stroud, Mrs. Lendy Lewis, Mrs. Addie
Gibson, Mr. Larry Smith, interested citizens and members of the press.
PRESENTATION OF MINUTES:
Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of
July 18, 2002 for approval and/or correction at the next Regularly
Scheduled City Council Meeting.
APPROVAL AND/OR CORRECTION OF MINUTES:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Howard that the minutes of the
Regular City Council Meeting of 20 June 2002 be APPROVED. MOTION
CARRIED.
CONSENT AGENDA:
WATER DEPARTMENT:
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT:
FIRE DEPARTMENT:
POLICE DEPT: Request to Accept Bid Multi-Channel DVD/Ram Rewritable CD
Chief Ruthven related that after evaluating the bids he is recommending
the low bid from Voice Products. He stated that the initial bid from
Voice Products in the amount of $10,861.00 did not offer an uninterrupted
power supply, but did offer it as a $399.00 option. He asked that the
Council approve the power supply option. He added that even with
including the option, the bid is still the lowest bid submitted.
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing to accept the bid
from Voice Products in the amount of $11,260.00. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim related that this item is a budgeted item.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 01, 2002
7:00 P.M. – 7:54 P.M.
SANITATION DEPARTMENT:
STREET DEPARTMENT:
PARKS & RECREATION:
PLANNING COMMISSION:
GENERAL: Public Hearing 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Swaim opened the public hearing at approximately 7:02 p.m.,
explaining that the Ordinance deals with refinancing a revenue bond for
the Pathfinder Organization. He related that the City had financed the
bonds some years ago, pointing out that current low interest rates makes
it feasible to refinance and add to the bond issue. He stated that there
is no obligation by the City regarding repayment or default.
With no one to speak in opposition, Mayor Swaim closed the public hearing
at approximately 7:05 p.m.
ORDINANCE 1181 (#11-02)
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS BY THE CITY OF
JACKSONVILLE, ARKANSAS’ HEALTH CARE (DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED) FACILITIES
BOARD; PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; AND, FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Ordinance 1181 be
placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon
City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance title.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that Ordinance 1181 be
accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to suspend the rules and
place Ordinance 1181 be placed on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen
Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard
voted AYE. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance title.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to further suspend the
rules and place Ordinance 1181 on THIRD AND FINAL READING. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty,
and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance
title.
Alderman Howard moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing that Ordinance 1181
be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
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ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 1181 THIS 1 DAY OF AUGUST 2002.
Mayor Swaim complimented the Pathfinders Organization, saying that he
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wanted to recognize their efforts in the Jacksonville community and other
communities. He noted the attractiveness of the new building as a
compliment to the work center constructed last year.
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In response to a suggestion from Alderman Elliott, Mrs. Joan Zumwalt
invited the City Council to tour the new facilities and attend the
dedication.
b. FINAL PLAT Oak Ridge Ranch Subdivision
Mayor Swaim related that with the petitioner’s consent, the item of
business was tabled at the previous City Council meeting.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to remove the item of
business from being tabled. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim stated that it is his understanding that requirements to move
forward with the subdivision have been met.
City Engineer Whisker pointed out that the developer will meet with the
Wastewater Department regarding funds for 10-years of Operation and
Maintenance costs.
Mayor Swaim stated that the understanding is that the developer may
proceed with selling lots, adding that the building permits will convey
that sewer is not available until the pump station is operational.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the Final Plat of
Oak Ridge Ranch Subdivision be approved. MOTION CARRIED.
c. ORDINANCE 1182 (#12-02
AN ORDINANCE REMOVING CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM THE CONDEMNATION LIST;
MODIFYING JACKSONVILLE MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE NO. 1180; AND, FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim related that Ordinance 1182 addresses the removal of property
at 212 East Pine Street from the condemnation list.
Alderman Howard moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Ordinance 1182 be
placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon
City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance title.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Howard that Ordinance 1182 be
accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing to suspend the rules
and place Ordinance 1182 be placed on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty,
and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance
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title.
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Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis to further suspend the
rules and place Ordinance 1182 on THIRD AND FINAL READING. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty,
and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance
title.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Howard that Ordinance 1182 be
APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
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ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 1182 THIS 1 DAY OF AUGUST 2002.
d. ORDINANCE 1183 (#13-02)
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND CONFIRMING ANNEXATION OF VARIOUS REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED ON THE SOUTHEAST SIDE OF JACKSONVILLE (COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS
THE SOUTHEAST ANNEXATION); DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND, FOR OTHER
PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim related that the annexation is along Loop Road and Military
Road also known as Hwy 292. He stated that the petition for annexation
has been before the County Judge as a voluntary annexation.
City Engineer Whisker related that annexation is a total of 99 acres.
Mayor Swaim pointed out that the property would include the new site for
First Electric Headquarters.
Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that Ordinance 1183 be
placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon
City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance title.
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that Ordinance 1183 be
accepted on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing to suspend the rules
and place Ordinance 1183 be placed on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL:
Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty,
and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance
title.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Smith to further suspend the
rules and place Ordinance 1183 on THIRD AND FINAL READING. ROLL CALL:
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Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty,
and Howard voted AYE. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the Ordinance
title.
In response to a question posed by Alderman Stroud, Mayor Swaim related
that there are three residences involved in the annexation.
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Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Howard that Ordinance 1183
be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith, Lewis,
Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
Alderman Fletcher moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the EMERGENCY
CLAUSE be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Aldermen Elliott, Smith,
Lewis, Sansing, Ray, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE.
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ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBERED 1183 THIS 1 DAY OF AUGUST 2002.
e. RESOLUTION 564 (#9-02)
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE HEALTH AND SAFETY MANUAL FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF
THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE; SUPPORTING CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT BY THE CITY OF
A SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT PROGRAM AND SYSTEM; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Mayor Swaim related that Resolution 564 adopts changes to the safety
manual, adding that the manual and a synopsis of changes was provided at
the previous City Council meeting.
Alderman Sansing moved, seconded by Alderman Stroud to read Resolution
564. MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the
Resolution.
Alderman Lewis moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing to approve Resolution
564 (#9-02). MOTION CARRIED.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Lewis that City Council
adjourn to EXECUTIVE SESSION at approximately 7:18 p.m. to discuss
personnel issues.
Mayor Swaim clarified that only members of the City Council or the person
being discussed or that person’s supervisor are allowed by State Law to
be included in an executive session to discuss personnel issues.
At this time, MOTION CARRIED.
Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Smith that the City Council
adjourn from Executive Session and return to regular session at
approximately 7:49 p.m. MOTION CARRIED.
Mayor Swaim related that there would be no formal action forthcoming from
the Executive Session.
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Discussion ensued regarding early campaign signage that has appeared in
Jacksonville.
Mayor Swaim related that some signs have been taken down, pointing out
that signs are not to be displayed until September 6.
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Parks and Recreation Director George Biggs related that August 15 has
been scheduled for the dedication of the new Skate Park.
In response to a question from Alderman Twitty, Mr. Biggs stated that
there are no plans to extend the Skate Park. He then addressed issues
regarding reports of problem activity at the Skate Park, saying that any
minor issues are being worked through.
Mayor Swaim related that problems involving youth fights have also been
experienced at the soccer and football programs. He stated that these
issued are being addressed at the Skate Park in the same manner as
handled at all City functions.
Discussion ensued regarding a reported issue involving older boys
offering marijuana to younger boys. Alderman Ray stated that he has
spoken with parents who visit and supervisor their children’s activity at
the Skate Park, saying that the parents have praised the City for
establishing the Park. He stated that he believes the Skate Park is more
of a positive entity in the community, than a negative one.
Mayor Swaim stated that the Mayor of Benton has shown interest in the
Park, and plans to build a Skate Park in the near future. He stated that
while he originally resisted the idea of a Skate Park, he believes there
is a demand for Skate Parks.
Other discussion ensued regarding the popularity of Jacksonville’s Skate
Park in other communities.
Mayor Swaim stated that there has been discussion regarding possibly
fencing the Skate Park. He then pointed out that he had visited a Skate
Park in the small town of Buffalo Minnesota, adding that the Mayor of
Buffalo had related that an industry in town had donated approximately
$60,000 to fund the construction of the skate park. He related that
fencing the park may be addressed in the coming budget.
Alderman Sansing noted that the parents are involved, having observed a
child of four being taught to inline skate.
Chief Ruthven stated that the Police Department has not been called
regarding a need for assistance from anyone visiting the park.
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Mayor Swaim related that he had suggested that the paramedics, ambulance
crews, and EMT’s visit with children using the park and conduct
informational talks regarding safety issues. He then suggested that the
Police Department visit with a similar agenda.
Mayor Swaim stated that the 911 Center has received a lightening strike
that damaged some of the equipment. He stated that there has not been a
problem regarding 911 dispatch from Pulaski County who is handling the
dispatch until the equipment is repaired. He reported that this is the
third time lightening has struck the 911 Center, adding that the only
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factor that seems to contribute to the Center being struck by lighting,
is that the Center is located at the highest point in Jacksonville with a
tower that extend over 100 feet. He stated that the insurance will cover
repair costs.
APPOINTMENTS:
ANNOUNCEMENT:
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Swaim without objection adjourned the meeting at approximately
7:54 p.m.
Respectfully,
________________________ _________________________
Susan L. Davitt MAYOR TOMMY SWAIM
City Clerk-Treasurer
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