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Minutes for the City Council meeting on May 30, 1973
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CITY COUNCIL CALLED MEETING MAY 30, 1973
The City Council of the City of Jonesboro met in called session in City Hall, Wednesday morning at 11:30 a.m. There were present: Mayor, City Attorney, City Clerk and the following named Councilmen: Park, Stricklin, Minx, Smith, Bowers, Goforth, Johnson, Bridger, Ward and Pierce, who was not present on any of the roll calls. Absent were Hannah and Dr. Bowers.
Mr. Minx offered the following Resolution and Mr. Stricklin moved for its adoption with Mr. Ward seconding the motion. All members present voted aye and the motion carried.
RESOLUTION REQUESTING FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF STORM DEBRIS
The ordinance was given the number 1973:15.
Mr. Stricklin moved with Mr. Bowers seconding the motion that an office be set up to control and issue right-of-way permits to individuals in order for the Corps of Engineers to enter on property and remove debris caused by the tornado. Brooks Griffith will be in charge of this office. All present voted aye and the motion carried.
Mr. Stricklin moved with Mr. Goforth seconding the motion that the Mayor and City Engineer be authorized to proceed with putting a new roof on Fire Station #2. All present voted aye. Motion carried.
Mr. Stricklin moved with Mr. Johnson seconding the motion that all contractors, independent workmen, and debris and tree removal groups be required to register with the City, pay a small fee to check references in order to receive a permit. All members present voted aye and the motion carried.
Mr. Smith moved with Mr. Minx seconding the motion that the Bldg. Inspector be authorized to issue temporary housing permits using his discretion, while the tornado crisis is going on. All voted aye and motion carried.
No further business, Council adjourned unanimously.