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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-21-93December 7, 1993 9368 At 5:41 p.m. Council returned to regular session and waived reading of the Certification Resolution on motion made by Councilman Crispin, seconded by Councilman Black and carried. Councilman D'Ardenne made a motion that Certification Resolution be adopted, seconded by Councilman Crispin and carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye At 5:43 p.m. Vice Mayor Schrader made a motion that Council adjourn, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne and carried. APPROVED: v. Mayor Attest: ~~ ~. Clerk of Council [~' 9369 December 21, 1993 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Pulaski Town Council held December 21, 1993, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building. There were present: Mayor Gary C. Hancock, presiding Council Members: Charles D. Crispin, J. R. Schrader, Jr., Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr., W. H. Schrader, Jr., Andrew L. Graham, E. G. Black, Jr., Alma H. Holston, Robert N. Glenn Also Present: Frank Terwilliger, Town Attorney Thomas M. Combiths, Town Manager Ruth A. Harrell, Clerk Visitors: Dee Lindsey and Paul Dellinger, News Media Ronald Vaughan Valencia Johnson Roger L. Dean Webster Day Scott Levy Mildred Bolen The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hancock. Councilwoman Holston led the Pledge of Allegiance and Councilman Black gave the Invocation. Following the roll call, Councilwoman Holston so moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of December 7, 1993, be approved as ' submitted, seconded by Councilman Black and carried. GEN. OBLIG. Mayor Hancock advised that before Town Council was Resolution No. BONDS 93-19 authorizing the issuance of $2,885,762.05 General Obligation Refunding Bond, Series 1993, of the Town of Pulaski, to be sold to Nationsbank of Virginia, N.A. Mr. Combiths advised that the Finance Committee had reviewed this resolution and Town Council had previously approved Resolution No. 93-18 which authorized both the sale of general obligation refunding bonds and the execution of a bond purchase agreement. Councilman D'Ardenne so moved that reading of Resolution No. 93-19 be waived, seconded by Councilman Black and carried. Councilman Crispin made a motion that Resolution No. 93-19 be adopted, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne. Vice Mayor Schrader extended Council's appreciation to Mr. Day for December 21, 1993 his help in negotiating the refunding and appreciation to Nationsbank for the attractive rate. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 93-19 carried on the following recorded vote: BOND RESOLUTION Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye ADOPTED J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye 9370 Councilman Graham read Resolution No. 93-17 Honoring Philip M. Sadler, senior partner in the firm of Gilmer, Sadler, Ingram, Sutherland and Hutton who is retiring effective December 31, 1993. RESOLUTION - MR. SADLER Councilman Graham made a motion that Resolution 93-17 Honoring Philip Sadler be adopted, seconded by Councilwoman Holston. Mayor Hancock thanked Councilman Graham for introducing the Resolution honoring Mr. Sadler as he is a caring, selfless person who cares about other persons more than himself, and in particular the poor and disadvantaged. He is always working for them. Motion then carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye TAXICABS Mayor Hancock stated that before Council was Ordinance No. 93-30 Awarding Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for Taxicab Operations for Calendar Year 1994. Mr. Terwilliger advised that Blue and White Cabs, Inc. requested 12 certificates, Jim Dandy Taxi Cab Service requested 12 certificates and 6 certificates were held for future issuance. Mr. Terwilliger advised that included in the list of conditions was item "h" which stated that the two cabs formerly owned by Deluxe Cabs must be transferred to Blue and White no later than January 1, 1994, and repainted no later than February 1, 1994. Also, in paragraph 5, it was added the Council will be the sole determiner of what constitutes good cause. Councilman J. R. Schrader so moved that reading of Ordinance No. 93-30 be waived, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne and carried. Councilman Crispin made a motion that Ordinance No. adopted, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne and carried on recorded vote: ORDINANCE 93-30 ADOPTED TAXI CERTIFICATES Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn 93-30 be the following - Aye - Aye - Aye - Aye 9371 December 21, 1993 Before Town Council was Ordinance No. 93-31 regarding taxi cab rates in the Town. Councilman J. R. Schrader so moved that reading of Ordinance No. 93-31 be waived, seconded by Councilman Glenn and carried. Mr. Terwilliger reviewed the changes that had been made in this proposed ordinance, with one change being to display taxicab rates in the cab. Councilman Crispin advised that at last rate increase, gasoline was probably 40 cents/gallon higher than it is now and he questioned what has happened to prompt the cab company to want a rate increase. Mr. Terwilliger stated that Mr. Largen had requested the rate increase and he had indicated at the committee meeting that they were not making a good profit. Vice Mayor Schrader made a motion that Ordinance No. 93-31 be adopted, seconded by Councilman Black. Councilwoman Holston stated that she had numerous calls from elderly citizens opposing a rate increase; that it was hard to pay what they were paying now. Councilman Crispin advised he would have to vote against this increase as they cannot show that a rate increase is warranted at this time. Mr. Terwilliger stated that a rates can be changed at anytime that the Council wishes to change it. The rates are separate from the certificates. XI CAB RATES Councilman Crispin made a substitute motion that we adopt Ordinance t No. 93-31, retaining the ordinance as it exists at the present time, opted but with an amendment that the wording that taxicab rates be displayed. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Holston, and carried on the following recorded vote. Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye WATER Mayor Hancock stated that before Council was Ordinance No. 93-32 regarding amending the effective date of the water rate increase. Councilman Crispin so moved that reading of Ordinance No. 93-32 Amending Ordinance No. 93-26, Changing the Effective Date for the Rate Increase be waived, seconded by Vice Mayor Schrader and carried. Councilman Crispin made a motion that Ordinance No. 93-32 be adopted, seconded by Councilman Glenn and carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye December 21, 1993 9372 ORD. 93-32 adopted J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye DRAINAGE From the Public Operations Committee, Chairwoman Holston reported that the committee had met December 8, 1993 and viewed Mrs. Johnson's drainage request on Cliff Street. The Public Operations Committee recommended, and Chairwoman Holston so moved that the Town install a V- ditch in Chestnut Alley at an estimated cost of $1,000. Mr. Combiths felt there was money in the alley funds to cover this expenditure. Motion then carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye Mr. Combiths will advise Mrs. Johnson when work is to begin on this project. As there were no further comments from the public, Mayor Hancock called for Council Committee Reports. PUBLIC & PERSONNEL RELATIONS SMOKING C h ' airman J. R. Schrader reported that the Personnel Committee had met December 8 and discussed the Town's smoking policy. Information had been provided by staff regarding the Virginia Clean Air Act and areas where smoking is prohibited. Two areas in the municipal building designated as no smoking are the waiting lines in the Finance Department and also elevator. Three possible options were presented for possible action. Option A, the current practice, allows employees to designate their work area as no smoking; Option B, a complete ban; and Option C, a partial ban. At the December 8 staff meeting, the department heads recommended Option A (continuing the current practice), including the provision that smoke from permitted areas must not be a problem for adjacent non-smokers. The administrative staff is to prepare a policy for Council's consideration. Also, staff is researching the cost of a smoking cessation program for consideration in the FY 1994-95 budget. FINANCE COMMITTEE Chairman W. H. Schrader reported that the Finance Committee met briefly prior to the Council meeting on the bond refunding. The PMI monthly financial report was reviewed, and the matter of inoperable vehicles was referred to the Ordinance Committee. Chairman Schrader advised that the intergovernmental meeting would be held January 31st. Mayor Hancock asked that Members of Council forward any topics they wished discussed at the intergovernmental meeting to the Town Manager or Assistant Manager so they can be added to the agenda. UTILITIES COMMITTEE 9373 December 21, 1993 Chairman Graham reported that the Town had spent considerable effort on Bainbridge and Draper Mountain Estates on water service and pressure as both areas need work. Chairman Graham asked that these two areas be put on agenda to keep Council aware of how this work is to be completed. Chairman Graham reported that about 8,000 ft. of sewer line is to PEPPER be televised and will probably have to be replaced. Chairman Graham FERRY stated that we need to get with the County and Town of Dublin and Town SEWER Council and go through this program with the consulting engineers. Mr. LINE Combiths stated he had had several conversations with the County and the Town of Dublin, and he continuing his research on methods of financing. Councilman Crispin stated he felt we should take action on this problem as rapidly as possible due to the rapid deterioration of the lines. Mayor Hancock felt we should have a plan in place by spring when digging can be done. PUBLIC OPERATIONS COMMITTEE ZONING Chairwoman Holston stated that on December 8th, the committee (ENCH.)viewed a request by Pulaski Furniture for an overhead utility encroachment on Madison Avenue. If approved, Pulaski Furniture will install a steam line connecting its two buildings. The lowest point of the overhead encroachment will be 16 feet, which meets safety standards. A public hearing on this requested encroachment is scheduled for January 4th. SIDEWALKS Chairwoman Holston advised that the committee discussed the Northwood Avenue Pedestrian Bridge. The Town Engineer indicated that the Pulaski County School Board is willing to provide a truck and driver to assist in the construction of a shoulder for pedestrian traffic across the drainage Swale at Northwood Drive, near Northwood Elementary School. This improvement was requested to improve safety for children walking to school on Northwood Drive. Chairwoman Holston so moved that the town proceed with this work at a maximum cost of $500, seconded by Councilman Crispin and carried on the following recorded vote: NORTHWOOD APPROVED Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye ORDINANCE COMMITTEE Chairman Glenn had no report. MAYOR'S REPORT December 21, 1993 Mayor Hancock had no report. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. Terwilliger had no report. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT ~~ i~ Mr. Combiths reported that the Town Offices would be closed December 23 and 24 in observance of the Christmas Holiday and also on December 31 in observance of New Year's. At 7:47 p.m., Vice Mayor Schrader so moved that Council go into Executive Session under 2.1-344, A7, potential litigation against the Town and A5 an economic development matter, seconded by Councilwoman Holston and carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye 9374 At 8:35 p.m. Council returned to regular session and waived reading of the Certification Resolution on motion made by Councilman D'Ardenne, seconded by Councilman Black and carried. Vice Mayor Schrader so moved that Certification Resolution be adopted, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne and carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye E. G. Black, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye At 8:36 p.m. Vice Mayor Schrader made a motion that Council adjourn seconded by Councilman Black and carried. Attest: Clerk of Council APPROVED: ~/ //,j,( ~ / A Mayor I I