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Minutes for the special called meeting on February 9, 1981
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SPECIAL MEETING, FEBRUARY 9, 1981
The Jonesboro City Council met in special session, February 9, 1981, at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose of hearing an appeal from a decision of MAPC concerning building of multifamily dwellings in Greenbriar Addition. All aldermen were present except Mr. Hinson.
Mr. H.T. Loberg and Carol Caldwell, developers of the property, spoke in behalf of the project. They were represented by Mr. Don Mixon who also answered several questions raised by council and advised council that the developers have met all requirements of the City’s building ordinances.
Mr. David Laser, representing property owners in opposition to the project, spoke concerning increased traffic hazards and drainage problems that would be increased if the project were approved.
City Attorney Zolper advised council that if all requirements of building regulations had been met, the City could not deny the request. Mr. Haggenmacher moved that the matter be sent back to MAPC for further study on access street. The motion died for lack of second.
Mr. Shelton then moved that council rescind decision of MAPC that denied the development plan. Motion seconded by Mr. Hannah. Mr. Bridger passed. Voting nay: Sanderson and Haggenmacher. All others present voted aye and the motion passed.
The business before council for special hearing being disposed of, the meeting adjourned.