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Minutes from the City Council meeting on February 7, 1994
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APPEAL HEARING - 6:45 P.M. - An Appeal Hearing was held regarding the rezoning denial of property located on the west side of Leslie Ann Drive, north of Barbara Ann Drive, at the request of Mr. Mike Watson who was represented by Mr. Jim Lyons. Attorney Lyons explained the rezoning of thirty five feet would be used for parking and driveway purposes only. Those speaking in opposition to the rezoning were: Mr. Bill Harris, Mr. Bill Williams, Mr. Bob Hoskins, Mr. John Hart and Mrs. Trudy Niederbrach. The reasons given for the opposition were drainage problems, safety for children and walkers, increased traffic problems, and decrease in property values. Mr. Bob Hoskins reminded the Council the area had been annexed into the City with the understanding that it would remain residential two. With no other statements the appeal hearing was adjourned.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - FEBRUARY 7, 1994
The Jonesboro City Council met in regular session at 7:30 p.m. Present were the Mayor, City Clerk, City Attorney, and all council members.
The minutes of January 17, 1994, were approved as mailed by motion of Councilman Hannah, seconded by Councilman Harpole. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye.
Councilman Wise offered the following ordinance for the first reading:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 954 KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE, PROVIDING FOR CHANGES IN ZONING BOUNDARIES AND OTHER PURPOSES. (WATSON/LYONS)
Councilman Harpole moved, seconded by Councilman Vance to suspend the rules and place on the second reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. Councilman Vance moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole to further suspend the rules and place on the third and final reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye, with the exception of Councilman Mullenix and Councilman Perrin who voted nay. Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole for the adoption of the ordinance. A roll call vote was taken resulting in a nine (9) to three (3) vote against the motion. Those voting nay were: Evans, Ingram, Province, Perrin, Kelton, Vance, Harpole, Mays and Hannah. Those voting aye were: Wise, Mullenix and Bowers. The decision by the MAPC was upheld and the ordinance was denied.
Mr. Jack Hollingsworth addressed the Council regarding a need for more employees in the Planning and Inspection Department. Mr. Hollingsworth was referring to not being able to get a permit during lunch hour. Mayor Brodell responded that he, Brian Wadley and Guy Lowes had gone to Little Rock in order to learn how they could better utilize the employees available. Mayor Brodell stated it was their goal to make the Planning and Inspection Department the best it can be.
The following ordinance was on the third reading:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 954 KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE, PROVIDING FOR CHANGES IN ZONING BOUNDARIES AND OTHER PURPOSES. (MOONEY/LUCILLE BOOTHE)
Councilman Harpole moved, seconded by Councilman Vance for the adoption of the ordinance. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting nay. The ordinance was denied.
The following ordinance was on the third reading:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 954 KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE, PROVIDING FOR CHANGES IN ZONING BOUNDARIES AND OTHER PURPOSES. (Mike Everett/Jerry Craft)
Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole for the adoption of the ordinance. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting nay. The ordinance was denied.
Councilman Bowers offered the following ordinance for the first reading:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 954 KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE, PROVIDING FOR CHANGES IN ZONING BOUNDARIES AND OTHER PURPOSES. (CHRIS RUTHERFORD)
Councilman Bowers moved, seconded by Councilwoman Ingram to suspend the rules and place on the second reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. Discussion followed regarding an amendment to the ordinance to change the Commercial three (C-3) to Commercial five (C-5). The decision would come from Mr. Rutherford at the next meeting.
Councilman Evans offered the following ordinance for the first reading:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT IN ALL MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS IN THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS
Councilman Bowers moved, seconded by Councilman Mullenix to table the ordinance till March 15, 1994, so the Planning and Inspection Committee and the Personnel Committee could meet and make recommendations on the matter. A roll call vote was taken resulting in a seven (7) to five (5) vote in favor of the motion. Those voting aye were: Wise, Ingram, Mullenix, Bowers, Perrin, Kelton and Hannah. Those opposed to the motion were: Evans, Province, Vance, Harpole and Mays.
Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Bowers to adopt a resolution appropriating funds for 1994 budget changes. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. The resolution was given the number 1994:07.
Councilman Vance moved, seconded by Councilman Kelton to adopt a resolution to condemn property located at 809 Haltom, Jonesboro, Arkansas. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. The resolution was given the number 1994:08.
The following bids were reviewed:
93:58 - Filters for Stock
Councilman Harpole moved, seconded by Councilman Vance to accept the low bid meeting specifications. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye.
93:52 - Wash Building
Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole to reject all bids because the money had not been appropriated. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye.
Councilman Hannah moved seconded by Councilman Mays to appropriate $30,000.00 each from the Unappropriated Street and Sanitation Funds. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye.
The following Reappointments were considered:
Councilman Evans moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole to reappoint Mr. Doug Davis to Parks and Recreation with term to expire December of 1998. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye with the exception of Councilwoman Ingram and Councilman Mullenix who passed their votes. Councilwoman Ingram abstained her vote the second time and Councilman Mullenix passed a second and third time.
Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Vance to reappoint Ralph Stricklin and Harry Hardwick to the City Water and Light Board with terms to expire January of 1997. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye with the exception of Councilwoman Ingram, Councilman Mullenix and Councilman Bowers who all abstained from voting.
The Council was given a certified copy of a Quarter Ended Finance Report by the City Clerk, Donna K. Jackson as provided by the Finance Director, Linda Bullock.
Under new business Councilman Province offered the following ordinance for the first reading:
AN ORDINANCE TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF PARKING METER SCOOTER.
Discussion followed regarding whether or not the Council should vote when the Parking Meter Committee has not met regarding the matter. Mayor Brodell stated it was not necessary for the Committee to meet on the matter once it has been appropriated. Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Wise to suspend the rules and place on second reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye with the exception of Councilwoman Ingram, Councilman Mullenix and Councilman Bowers who voted nay. Councilman Province moved, seconded by Councilman Vance to further suspend the rules and place on the third and final reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye with the exception of Councilwoman Ingram, Councilman Mullenix and Councilman Bowers who voted nay. Councilman Harpole moved, seconded by Councilman Vance for the adoption of the ordinance. A roll call vote was taken resulting in an eight (8) to four (4) vote in favor of the ordinance. Those voting aye were: Wise, Evans, Province, Perrin, Vance, Harpole, Mays and Hannah. Those opposing the motion were: Ingram Mullenix, Bowers and Kelton. The ordinance was given the number 2533.
Councilman Hannah stated he had received numerous phone calls and letters concerning the removal of "STOP" signs on Wood Street and requested the Traffic Authority to reconsider the removal of the "STOP" signs. Mayor Brodell stated the recommendation had been given to the Traffic Authority. Councilman Hannah requested the Traffic Authority make a recommendation to the Council regarding the removal of "STOP" signs from several locations.
Councilman Perrin asked for clarification regarding the Parks and Recreation Commission's response to a letter from Mr. Alec Farmer about grants for city parks. The Parks and Recreation Commission responded by stating they did not have the time or training required to pursue the grants. However, Councilman Perrin pointed out in the minutes of that meeting a long-range planning survey had been done by Paulette Associates for Parks and Recreation. Councilman Perrin questioned if the Parks was doing a long-range plan for the city which will go through a grant and was Mr. Farmer's questions answered. Mayor Brodell responded by saying that some people from Fayetteville are coming in to do a survey for a long range study. Mayor Brodell also stated he has made trips to Little Rock to secure some of the grant money, but failed. Therefore the Mayor was pursuing other avenues through Mr. Jim McKinnon, by AIDC and other areas.
Councilman Perrin requested a separate report be provided to the Council regarding money recovered by placing liens on condemned properties. Councilman Perrin recommended this be provided separate from the Financial Report and be included with the Code Enforcement Officer's report regarding liens.
Councilman Perrin requested the City Clerk, Donna K. Jackson to research procedures regarding Robert's Rule of Order so the Council may adopt the procedures. Councilman Perrin expressed concern over matters not being handled in a consistent manner and not being able to get an opinion. Councilman Perrin explained he felt this would allow the Council meetings to be managed more professionally.
Councilman Vance reported the services of a Computer Consultant had been obtained and that the consultant and Dillon Watkins would be working with Department Heads regarding their computer needs.
Councilman Hannah offered a resolution which regulates the collection and disposal of garbage at apartment complexes and mobile home parks within the City, by private haulers. Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole for the adoption of the resolution. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. The resolution was given the number 1994:09.
Councilman Hannah offered the following ordinance for the first reading:
AN ORDINANCE TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT ENGINE FOR TRUCK NO. 4334
Councilman Hannah moved, seconded by Councilman Kelton to suspend the rules and place on the second reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. The ordinance was read a second time. Councilman Vance moved, seconded by Councilman Hannah to further suspend the rules and place on the third reading. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. Councilman Vance moved, seconded by Councilman Harpole for the adoption of the ordinance. A roll call vote was taken resulting in all council members voting aye. The ordinance was given the number 2534.
Mr. Guy Lowes reported to the Council regarding a program for compost and yard waste through City Water & Light. Mr. Lowes stated a permit had been granted and as soon as weather permits the project will begin.
With no further business the meeting was adjourned.