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Minutes for the Infrastructure Committee meeting on February 6, 2003.
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Infrastructure Committee Minutes
Thursday, February 6, 2003
5:15 PM
Members Present: Copeland, Dover, Farmer, Moore, Street
DRAINAGE SUBCOMMITTEE
Alderman Farmer stated the purpose of the meeting was to review recommendations of engineering firms for the Comprehensive Drainage Plan. He provided documentation from Chairman Aubrey Scott, giving a brief history and the recommended Scope of Work as determined by the Master Drainage Plan Committee. According to the documentation the 2002 Professional Services Committee met December 19, 2002, but did not have a quorum and were unable to accept the ranking of engineering firms as determined by the Master Drainage Plan Committee.
Chairman Farmer explained due to the critical nature of the drainage issue, it would be best to accept the ranking done by Aubrey Scott and the Master Drainage Plan Committee. Mr. Scott stated the top three firms, based on qualifications were Carter-Burgess, NRS, and U.S. Infrastructure. Councilman Moore moved, seconded by Councilman Dover to accept the ranking recommendation of the Master Drainage Plan Committee and Chairman, Aubrey Scott. A voice vote was taken resulting in all members voting aye.
Secondly, the Committee reviewed on going projects as provided by City Engineer Claude Martin. Chairman Farmer explained considerations for drainage improvements were based on what would most benefit citizens and most feasible for the City of Jonesboro. In other words, what would have the most affect on the largest number of homes, structures, yards, and other property in comparison to the cost to the City of Jonesboro relating to the number of citizens affected. The projects submitted were: 412 W. Highland (Culvert too small need 8 X5 Box); Donald Brancer, 2309 Culberhouse (Valley Drive, Owen and Sims) Owens Street; Sims Street; Georgia Medlock, 707 Owens; Edward W. Holder, 408 Parkview (Water i...
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