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07 APR 05.doc CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 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 April 5, 2007 at the regular meeting place of the Council. Mayor Swaim delivered the invocation and Alderman Stroud led a standing audience in the “Pledge of Allegiance” to the flag. ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard answered roll call. Mayor Swaim also answered ROLL CALL declaring a quorum. PRESENT ten (10), ABSENT (0). Others present for the meeting were: City Attorney Robert Bamburg, Deputy Clerk Linda Dulaney, Public Works Director Jim Oakley, Parks and Recreation Director George Biggs, Fire Chief John Vanderhoof, Police Chief Robert Baker, Representing Engineer Jay Whisker, Mrs. Judy Swaim, Mrs. Helen Stroud, Mr. Joey Price, Mrs. Addie Gibson, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Larry Smith, Mr. Alfonso Nations, interested citizens and members of the press. PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: Mayor Swaim presented the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of March 15, 2007 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 1 March 2007 be APPROVED. MOTION CARRIED. CONSENT AGENDA: REGULAR MONTHLY REPORT/ENGINEERING Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Stroud to approve the Regular Monthly Report for March 2007. Said report reflects: PERMITS/LICENSE ISSUED INSPECTIONS PREFORMED Building Permits 43 Building Inspections 96 Business License 20 HVACR 50 Electrical 80 Plumbing 80 UNSIGHTLY & UNSANITARY VEHICLES Grass Letters 9 Notice of Noncompliance 39 Property Mowed 0 Towed 0 Trash Letters 246 CONDEMNATIONS Trash Removal 22 Structural Maint. Letters 0 Property Maint. Letters 4 Structural Repairs Made 0 Costs $2,163.27 Demolitions 0 ROLL CALL: Aldermen: Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. MOTION CARRIED. 1 CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. WATER DEPARTMENT: WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT: FIRE DEPARTMENT: POLICE DEPARTMENT: STREET DEPARTMENT: SANITATION DEPARTMENT: PARKS & RECREATION: PRESENTATION for Coach of the Year awards Parks and Recreation Director George Biggs and Parks Commission Chairman Joey Price recognized 2006 Coach of the year award recipients as Jemima Reilmann for Soccer Coach of the Year, Tommy Lamb for Baseball Coach of the Year, and Jon Johnson for Softball Coach of the Year. Recipients were congratulated by the Mayor and City Council, recognizing their volunteerism to the youth programs. PLANNING COMMISSION: GENERAL: Public Hearing 7:00 p.m. Mayor Swaim opened the public hearing at approximately 7:06 p.m. a. ORDINANCE 1307 (#6-07) AN ORDINANCE ABANDONING A PUBLIC EASEMENT LOCATED ON CENTER STREET ON THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD TRACKS \[GENERAL LOCATION APPROXIMATELY ONE HUNDRED FEET (100’) OF PROPERTY ON CENTER STREET OVER THE UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD TRACKS\]; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Mayor Swaim offered a brief background, saying that when the City applied for Federal funds to build the railroad overpass, one of the agreements with the Railroad was that both crossings would be removed. He related that public hearings were held and it was announced that both crossings would be closed. He went on to say that the City requested that the Center Street crossing be left open for 1 year to evaluate emergency situations, adding that it has actually been left open for 4 years. He noted that Union Pacific removed the crossing several years ago, explaining that the Ordinance is a formality to abandon the easement that the Railroad had the crossing on. He stated that this was a request from the Railroad, adding that the City may be remiss in not having the easement abandoned sooner. Chief Vanderhoof stated that before the overpass there had always been a barrier from one side of town to the other, adding that since the overpass it has allowed the Fire Department to freely move across the railroad tracks. He commended having the bridge and its benefits regarding safety factors. Chief Baker responded that the overpass has allowed both the Police and the Fire Department to respond faster to calls without having to reroute 2 in lengthier directions because of trains. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. Mr. Dorsey Hamilton stated that he had been a business owner in Jacksonville for approximately 25 years and lives on Graham Road outside the city limits. He related that his understanding was that the overpass would end in a different area but has ended up next to a school, saying that the traffic has worsened in the area. He stated that because of the two new traffic lights involved with the overpass it causes vehicles to use more gas. He stated that he does not see the justification in closing a street if it causes vehicles to use more gas. Mayor Swaim responded that often there were long lines of traffic that sat idle at the crossings waiting for trains to pass, adding that while it may not be statistical, the stop lights do not cause a difference in the use of gas in vehicles. He added that the signalization is a safety issue. He stated that he respects Mr. Hamilton’s opinion but feels that it is safer for the children to walk on the extra-wide sidewalks provided on the overpass than for them to run across the railroad tracks when walking home. Mr. Hamilton stated that closing the street is like saying that they live on the other side of the tracks. Mayor Swaim pointed out that the reason the overpass was built was to join the west side and east side of the tracks without interference from the railroad tracks, to provide guaranteed access that did not exist before. He stated that those who worked hard to see the overpass built did so in an effort to stop the perception of different sides of the tracks. Mr. Hamilton stated that Cabot is “running off and leaving Jacksonville” and it is because of that road. He continued that the people who live further out on Graham Road are getting jobs in Cabot and not in Jacksonville, adding that they also shop in Cabot and the area has lost 4 or 5 businesses. He stated that in his opinion, it is hurting the economy of Jacksonville. Mayor Swaim stated that there are many reasons why cities grow or do not grow, adding that the school system is the major reason Jacksonville has not grown faster. Ms. Celeste Williams a resident of South Road, stated that she is a 23- year military veteran who has chosen to retire in Jacksonville. She stated that she was glad to see the overpass constructed but felt that the railroad crossing was only temporarily closed. She then stated that she would like an option regarding crossing the overpass or using the railroad crossing. She stated that if there were an option during peak traffic, people would choose to use the crossing rather than the overpass. She then explained her difficulty with making the left hand turn from South Road regarding traffic conditions, citing that it is a 3 safety hazard. She stated that closing the railroad crossing closes off the community and makes them feel separated, adding that it divides the City in half. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. Mr. Thomas Washington a resident of 27 Wright Circle, stated that in the beginning he felt the overpass was a “bone idea”. He added that as far as the gas problem, you could turn your car off if you are waiting on a train, which he stated he does all the time. He stated that he feels Graham Road should be an option, adding that the residents do feel like outcasts on the other side of the tracks. He stated that he feels the Road should be opened. Mrs. Carol Calhoun a resident at 305 Graham Road, related that their business Calhoun Electric is located across from her residence. She stated that they have lost business because of the decrease in traffic on the Road. She related that their business has been broken into three times since the closing and graffiti appears on several buildings including their business. She continued saying that it is as if they do not matter anymore because they are on the other side of the tracks. She stated that they purchased the business 30 years ago and now they do not get business from traffic on the street. She cited businesses that have closed in the area, saying that there is nothing in the area and that it has become a hangout. She then stated that as far as the School, they are walked to Oak Street where there is not a sidewalk and then the kids are let go. Mayor Swaim acknowledged that as a separate issue and a safety issue that would be addressed by the City. Ms. Jean Spivey related that her mother is a 35-year resident of 124 Cherry Street. She related the increase from 4 to 5 minutes to 10 to 15 minutes to get from her house to her mother’s house because of the railroad closing. She stated that she feels the traffic light on Main Street on the west side of the overpass is useless because there is not traffic there. She then questioned why if there were two crossings that both had to be closed, saying that it is more convenient to go down Graham Road and frees up the traffic for the bridge. She then added that she does agree that the overpass was needed for safety as well as the Fire and Police. She stated that, however it is discrimination as the wrong side of the tracks. She stated that she does not understand why they cannot still have that access, saying that there were two before and now there is only one. Mayor Swaim explained that the crossings were a safety issue. He related that the crossings were too close together, adding that the Railroad does not allow crossings that close together anymore. Mrs. Spivey stated that there would only be one now that the overpass has been built, saying that if nothing else it is an irritation factor and that the distance around is more like eight or nine blocks instead of two 4 blocks. She added that the area has lost small businesses and there is nothing in the area now, not even a place to sell milk and bread. She stated that it is a low-income area with a significant number of elderly with transportation problems, adding that she does not understand why the City could not have both. She added that the residents are not against the overpass, but the closure is inconvenient and it cuts them off. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. Mayor Swaim explained that the reality is that the overpass would never have been built if the City had not agreed to close both crossings. He added that there is obvious inconvenience to some residents but the difference of having the overpass is significant as opposed to leaving the area as it was. Mayor Swaim asked if anyone else would like to speak in opposition, there was no response from the audience, he then asked for those who might wish to speak in favor. Ms. Elia Feldman stated that she is in opposition to the abandonment of the railroad crossing. She stated that she realizes this is an issue the City has struggled with for a long time, but she would encourage the Aldermen to look at how many people are being affected by the closure. She asked if there were a study done regarding the closure effects of the Graham Road neighborhood. Mayor Swaim related that there had been a safety feasibility study conducted regarding the two crossings. Ms. Feldman then asked if any outside Federal or State agency had looked at the impact that the closing would have on the neighborhood. Mayor Swaim stated that he was not aware of any economic impact statement that was made. Ms. Feldman stated she feels that an agency needs to look at how the people are being affected, noting that it is mostly low-income and elderly people. She stated that there use to be a store where people could buy staples and gas. She stated that unfortunately we live in a world of terrorism, questioning that if power were to ever shut down on that side of town, where would people go for food. She reiterated that an outside agency needs to look at what is happening to the neighborhood, adding she does not feel that anyone can deny that the neighborhood has been impacted. She then agreed that the overpass is good for the Community but added that you cannot bring in something and think that it is going to solve the problems completely. She stated that the ideal situation on Graham Road would be to give the neighborhood an option. Mayor Swaim clarified that the 7-Eleven convenience store had closed long before the crossing closed. Mr. Jerry Calhoun related that he is the owner of the electrical business 5 on Graham Road, stating that the 7-Eleven store closed after the owner found out the crossing was going to close. Alderman Twitty posed the question if the store was mainly used by the residents why would they not continue to use it. Mrs. Calhoun responded from the audience saying that it was used but it began to be unsafe and the property values are going down. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. Mayor Swaim offered for anyone else to speak in favor or opposition, with no response he closed the public hearing at approximately 7:36 p.m. Alderman McCleary stated that he was not on the City Council when the crossings were closed and the overpass was constructed adding that he did not initially understand the closing or the safety issues. He stated that he would like to review some of the safety factors involved, adding that he is not sure reopening the crossing is the right answer. He stated that he sympathizes with the area residents, since he lives in the area. He added the he would like to look at additional options but is not sure regarding safety concerns if reopening is the answer. Alderman Sansing stated that he is an alderman of that Ward and has been in opposition of the Graham crossing closure since its inception. He related that he believes if there is no train coming, people would easily take the Graham Road option and if there is a train coming then they could use the bridge. He continued that if there were no train coming then it would reduce the amount of traffic going directly by an elementary school. He stated that the problem he foresees with the Ordinance is that once the crossing is formally closed it would probably never be able to be reopened. He stated that if the crossing is given back to the railroad then the option for future generations is taken away. He stated that concerning discrimination in the eyes of the military if someone felt you discriminated against them, then you had in fact. He stated that in terms of what he learned of discrimination regarding the military, if the residents feel they have been discriminated against, then they have. He stated that it is incumbent on the City Council to do whatever it can to make no section of this town feels that way. Alderman Fletcher stated that he has been on the City Council for approximately 30 years and the truth of the matter is that the vast majority of the money spent in this Community has gone into that Ward. He continued that the money has been spent on drainage and Community parks, adding that it is not a case that the City has neglected that area. He stated that he would like the City to go back to the Railroad and let them know they are concerned about the economic situation for that part of town. He stated that if he were an entrepreneur he would establish a small “mom and pop” grocery store, adding that for some reason one has not taken off there. He stated that the City’s intentions 6 have been good, acting with public safety in mind. Alderman Sansing acknowledged that Alderman Fletcher’s comments were correct, explaining that his Ward has the oldest infrastructure in the City. He stated that he is talking about perception, adding that he believes in the people having an option. He stated that the crossing is closed temporarily and the City is acting out of what its part of the agreement to be. He added that he believes the City should not give up its right for that crossing and the passage of this Ordinance would make it impossible to readdress this issue. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Howard that Ordinance 1307 be placed on FIRST READING. Alderman Smith stated that he is aware that often citizens do not attend public hearings, adding that as the Mayor as already indicated there were five public hearings and virtually no one came. He noted that it was reported in the newspaper at that time, adding that he did not hear much public comment at that time. Mayor Swaim clarified that the abandonment of the right-of-way is being abandoned to the City of Jacksonville, the easement remains in the possession of the City of Jacksonville. He went on to explain that the Railroad has requested this action so that they can remove the crossing arms and stop blowing the whistle. Alderman Sansing related that he had spoken with City Attorney Bamburg and while it is true that the City would still have that land, getting the Railroad to allow the City to reopen the crossing would require their consent as confirmed by City Attorney Bamburg. In response to a question posed by Alderman Twitty, Mayor Swaim clarified that the condition in receiving the 4 million dollars to construct the overpass was that both crossings be closed because of safety issues. He reminded the City Council that the Director of Metroplan had previously testified in Council that if the City did not keep the crossing closed, there is a strong possibility the City would have to repay all or a large part of the 4 million dollars. He reiterated that the closures were predicated on safety issues, explaining that Federal funds were used to construct the overpass. He then stated that the reason the Federal government agreed to build the overpass was because it was determined that it was a safety factor. He related that one of the five public hearings was held at the Jacksonville Elderly Activity Center and was very poorly attended, surmising that there were only approximately five people who attended. Alderman Fletcher questioned if there is any possibility to revisit the issue and ask if there could be consideration for reopening the crossing. 7 Mayor Swaim stated that the City is held by the agreement, which followed five public hearings. He stated that those who attended the public meetings expressed a positive attitude and wanted an overpass. He clarified again that the closings were part of the agreement to have the overpass because of safety issues. Alderman Smith reiterated his earlier observations regarding attendance at the public hearings, adding that he had heard virtually no one that was against the proposal. Mayor Swaim recognized, for his second opportunity to address the City Council, Mr. Dorsey Hamilton. He noted that the public hearing has been closed, asking Mr. Hamilton to please keep his statement brief. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. Mr. Dorsey Hamilton noted that he has subscribed to the Arkansas Democrat Gazette since moving to the area of Jacksonville in 1962, but answered Alderman Twitty that he does not take the local paper. He went on to say that he was informed by his granddaughter of tonight’s meeting as advertised in the local paper. He stated that 90% of the area residents do not take the local paper. Ms. Ty Stacy stated that she is a citizen and civil rights representative and activist. She asked regarding public notification, how long the citizens were given to respond to the closure and if the agreement between the City and Railroad was to close the street, why was it only temporarily closed. She added that it sounds to her that the City is in breech of contract and did not do the full closure in order to get the 4 million dollars, therefore the Mayor and the Aldermen have to give the money back. She continued that she feels like the City is putting pressure on people to oppose a decision that the City wants, so it can have more money to spend for the City. She stated that to be an elected official for any city is to speak for and help the people, adding that the City not only has to notify but also has to ensure that all the citizens are taken care of. She stated that it is irrelevant that there were only four or five people at the previous public hearings, right now people care and that is all that matters. She instructed the Aldermen to write that down and know that people care. She stated that her argument is that the people from the other side of the tracks are being oppressed and it is like the City Council is saying “we’re glad that you guys are up here, but we have made our decision and we are just going to kind of run over your opinion and do what we need to do because we have already got the money.” She stated that she would like to see the actual City plan and the building of the bridge and exactly the public safety that is being cited that it represents. She stated that it sounds like to her that it is just an agreement to get 4 million dollars into the City, especially if it is not any more safer. She stated that she rode around and it seems as if it is not any more safer than it was. She stated that she does not feel there is enough evidence to prove that Graham Road 8 needs to be closed. Alderman Stroud questioned how she could not see how it is safer, recalling three young people who lost their lives when they went around the arms of the crossing. Ms. Stacy stated that yesterday she went by the train tracks and sees it, as Ms. Feldman brought up there are people that live in that neighborhood that do not have vehicles, so not everyone is not going over the overpass. She stated that she knows as pedestrians if they want to get across town they are going to cut across. She stated that she feels the problem still exists. Alderman Ray called for a question to the motion. Mayor Swaim asked for an opportunity to clarify. He then clarified that the agreement stated that the Railroad would leave the crossing in for CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. one year, explaining that the Railroad immediately took the crossing out and he immediately made them put it back for that year. He stated that the City has not breeched any contracts or disobeyed any agreements. He related that the condition has existed for four years instead of one year. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1). MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the heading of Ordinance 1307. Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Ordinance 1307 be APPROVED on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1). MOTION CARRIED. Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Stroud to suspend the rules and place Ordinance 1307 on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1). MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the heading of Ordinance 1307. Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Ray to further suspend the rules and place Ordinance 1307 on THIRD and FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing voted NAY (1). MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the heading of Ordinance 1307. Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Ordinance 1307 be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. Alderman Sansing 9 voted NAY (1). MOTION CARRIED. th ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBER 1307 THIS 5 DAY OF APRIL 2007. b. ORDINANCE 1308 (#7-07) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING JMC §§ 18.06.010, 12.04.020 AND 12.06.020; AND, FOR OTHER PURPOSES. Mayor Swaim noted that amendments to the Land Use Map include the southeast corner of Loop Road and Military Road from Residential to Commercial. Representing Engineer Whisker stated that the Loop Road and Military Road amendment was to facilitate construction of Victory Lane gas station approximately one year ago and the corner of Loop Road and Graham Road to from Commercial to Residential to accommodate construction of the Graham Settlement Subdivision. He related that 200’ either side of West Main Street to the back of the houses on Shady Lane is being proposed as both Commercial and Industrial. He stated that the last amendment would be CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. property located on Swift Drive that currently has commercial businesses, adding that the property would be changed from Industrial to Commercial. Alderman Ray moved, seconded by Alderman Elliott that Ordinance 1308 be placed on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the heading of Ordinance 1308. Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing that Ordinance 1308 be APPROVED on FIRST READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION CARRIED. Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman Sansing to suspend the rules and place Ordinance 1308 on SECOND READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the heading of Ordinance 1308. Alderman Howard moved, seconded by Alderman Stroud to further suspend the rules and place Ordinance 1308 on THIRD and FINAL READING. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty and Howard voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION CARRIED. Whereupon City Attorney Bamburg read the heading of Ordinance 1308. Alderman Stroud moved, seconded by Alderman Ray that Ordinance 1308 be APPROVED AND ADOPTED. ROLL CALL: Alderman Elliott, Smith, McCleary, 10 Sansing, Ray, Rinker, Fletcher, Stroud, Twitty, and Howard voted AYE. NAY (0). MOTION CARRIED. th ORDINANCE APPROVED, ADOPTED AND NUMBER 1308 THIS 5 DAY OF APRIL 2007. c. Set public hearing for Legacy Center multi-purpose improvement district. It was the consensus of the City Council to set the public hearing for th 7:10 p.m. at the April 19 regularly scheduled City Council meeting. APPOINTMENT(S): JACKSONVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY Alderman Elliott moved, seconded by Alderman Howard to approve the reappointment of Addie Gibson to the Jacksonville Housing Authority for a term to expire 3/17/2012. MOTION CARRIED. JACKSONVILLE SEWER COMMISSION Alderman Smith moved, seconded by Alderman McCleary to approve the reappointment of Vicki Farmer to the Jacksonville Sewer Commission for a term to expire 4/20/2012. MOTION CARRIED. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 5, 2007 7:00 P.M. – 8:13 P.M. ANNOUNCEMENT(S): Mayor Swaim announced that there would be a Parks and th Recreation field dedication to Dr. Donald Griggs Saturday, April 14 with the ceremony beginning at 8:15 a.m. He then noted that the Annual Cleanup Day would also be held Saturday, th April 14, kick-off starting 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce, adding that the event is being sponsored by the Keep Jacksonville Beautiful Committee. He noted that it would be a City-wide cleanup. thth He then announced that June 13 – 15 is the Municipal League summer meeting. He asked that those interested in attending contact Michelle in the Mayor’s office. He related that John Woodruff of the City and Town magazine passed away last week after a lengthy battle with cancer, adding that Michelle has the address for anyone wishing to contact the family. ADJOURNMENT: Without objection, Mayor Swaim adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:24 p.m. MOTION CARRIED. Respectfully, ________________________ _________________________ Susan L. Davitt MAYOR TOMMY SWAIM City Clerk-Treasurer 11