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Minutes from the Public Works Committee meeting on November 9, 2006.
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Public Works Committee Minutes
Thursday, November 9, 2006
3:30 p.m.
Members present: Darrel Dover, Alec Farmer, Chris Moore and John Street. Councilman Province arrived at 3:51 p.m. Councilman Ashley was unable to attend. Mayor Formon and Mr. Tony Thomas from the Mayor’s Office were also in attendance.
DRAINAGE PRESENTATIONS
Miller Newell, Sharp Street/Fire Station #2: Discussion was held regarding the proposed improvements. Councilman Moore questioned why the design did not include the Hummelstein property for detention. Mr. Teddy Hooton explained they have spoken with Mr. Hummelstein, who was interested in a land swap with the City. Mr. Hooton added the Hummelstein property on Burke Street is 5 acres. Councilman Farmer questioned how wide the easement is between Monroe and Huntington lined up with Sharp Street. It was explained there is some pipe that runs through that area now. Mr. Hooton stated he has not found any easements in that area. Discussion was held regarding possibly extending the pipe from Huntington to Burke Street. It was explained the piping would cost approximately $800 per foot. Councilman Moore suggested condemning Sharp Street and using the street to channel water to the Hummelstein property. He added the City would need to purchase the duplex on Sharp Street since it would be land locked if the City used Sharp Street for drainage. Mr. Mike Cameron suggested proceeding with the work on the design from Huntington going south (Phase I). Councilman Moore motioned, seconded by Councilman Dover, to authorize Miller Newell to proceed with design of West Huntington south to West Matthews (Phase I). All voted aye. City Attorney Phillip Crego added the committee would need to keep in mind any possible EPA concerns with the Hummelstein property when they start discussions about possible acquisition of the property. He noted anything that is on the Hummelstein property ...
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