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Minutes for the City Council meeting on August 5, 1968
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The City Council of the City of Jonesboro, Ark., met in regular session Monday night, August 5, 1968, at 7:30 p.m. There were present: Mayor, City Clerk and the following named Councilmen: Pierce, Turner, Bowers, Ledbetter, Darling, Stricklin, Pardew, Copeland, Young, Johnson and Knight. Absent: City Attorney and Minx.
Dr. Bill Bowers was sworn in by the City Clerk to serve as 5th Ward Alderman, filling the unexpired term of Bob Bennett, who resigned.
Mr. Darling moved with Mr. Pierce seconding the motion that the recommendation of the Downtown Merchants Association presented to the Council by Mr. Charles Keller be accepted. On calling the roll, all members voted aye, except Mr. Young who had not arrived. He was not present for the first four roll calls. This motion is subject to the approval of the Parking Authority Commission.
Mr. Knight moved with Mr. Pierce seconding the motion that the Fire Chief and City Inspector inspect the property at 1000 Cartwright and 308 Labaume and recommend back to Council whether said properties should be condemned or not. On calling the roll, all present voted aye and the motion carried.
Mr. Pardew moved with Mr. Stricklin seconding the motion that the Church of God be granted permission to solicit funds for repairs to their church, for a period of 30 days. All voted aye and the motion carried.
Mr. Stricklin offered the following resolution:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PARTICIPATION BY LOCAL HOUSING OWNERS IN THE FEDERAL RENT SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM
On motion by Mr. Stricklin, seconded by Mr. Pierce, that the resolution be adopted. Mr. Darling voted nay and all other members present voted aye. Motion carried. The resolution was given the number 1968:19.
Mr. Knight moved with Mr. Pierce seconding the motion that the Chief of Police set up a set of specifications and requirements for wrecker service. Council will take action after the Chief reports back. Roll was called...
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