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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-20-979~5 May 20, 1997 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Pulaski Town Council held May 20, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building. There were present: Mayor John A. Johnston, presiding Council Members: James M. Neblett, Lane R. Penn, Bettye H. Steger, Charles W. Stewart, W. Edgar Hale, Joseph L. Weddle, Pauline G. Mitchell, Gerald E. Bolan Also Present: Frank Terwilliger, Town Attorney Thomas M Combiths, Town Manager David N. Quesenberry, Assistant to the Town Manager Ruth A. Harrell, Clerk Visitors: Dee Lindsey, News Media Alan Cowan Frances Cowan Michael E. Mathena David Breedlove Mary Lee Duncan Catherine Humphrey Andrew L. Graham Elrica Graham Don and Amy Brooks Amanda Brooks Katelyn Graham Emily Graham Cindi Weatherington Aaron Brooks Bill Aden The meeting was called to order by Mayor Johnston. Councilman Penn led the Pledge of Allegiance and Councilwoman Mitchell gave the Invocation. Following the roll call, Councilman Neblett made a motion that the minutes of the regular meeting held May 6, 1997, be approved as submitted, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried. FORMER Mayor Johnston advised that tonight we have a special occasion which we are very pleased to MAYOR celebrate and that is the unveiling of a picture of former Mayor, Andrew L. Graham, Jr. Having GRAHAM spent 27 years in service to the Town, this will be a continuing memento for the Town. In a resolution honoring former Mayor Graham, Council recognized a great many of his attributes that had helped us throughout the years and the respell that he brought to this office, the confidence that the people had in him, and the kindness that he showers toward not only the public, but the people who work for the Town in trying to give those people a measure of security through his stature. Mayor Johnston expressed appreciation to Mr. Graham and at this time proceeded to unveil his picture in Council Chambers. Mr. Graham's family was in attendance. From the public, Mr. David Breedlove, 1817 Bob White Boulevard, again addressed Council ZONING regarding a 4 x 8' sign he wished to keep in his yard. Mr. Breedlove had previously addressed Council regarding this matter on May 6. Mayor Johnston stated that a letter had been sent to Mr. Breedlove from the Town Attorney. The question was whether or not it was a conditional use in B- lzone and Mr. Terwilliger was to research this question and get back with him which he did the following morning. In reviewing the zoning code and zoning map, Mr. Breedlove is in a B-1 zone and in a B-1 zone an offpremises sign, that is a sign advertising a business that is not located on the premises, is not a conditional use. It is a conditional use in a B-2 zone. Mr. Terwilliger further advised that Mr. Breedlove could file a rezoning request. This would come before the Town Planning Commission first and then come to Town Council for their consideration. Mr. Breedlove was informers that the sign must come down within the 30 daytime limit. n ~1 .J Mrs. Mary Lee Duncan informed Town Council that she would forward to them a listing of several places that need cleaning up. May 20 1997 As there were no further comments from the public, Mayor Johnston called for Council Committee reports. UTILITIES COMMITTEE: Chairman Neblett had no report, however, stated that Peppers Ferry met May 7. The BOD incubator has been received to replace the old unit. There seems to be an increase in some sulfur concentrations, probably attributed to Magnox. There is also a concern over some certain metals in the wastewater which will be monitored. There is a possibility of salt in the wastewater. An inspection of the cooling water at the conversion building at Magnox noted that the source of the concern is the wastewater and the company itself will be monitoring this discharge. Councilman Neblett also advised that on June 29 an Open House will be held at Peppers Ferry and the public is invited. PUBLIC OPERATIONS CONIlI~IITTEE• Chairman Perm advised the Public Operations Committee met May 14. Messrs. Dave Hart and Mike McManus were in attendance. The committee discusser) Gatewood park. Public Operations GATEWOOD C°mrruttee recommended a 14 day limit on stays on the choice "waterfront sites" for camping with the camper given the option to take another site not on the waterfront area. Campers who wish to stay for 14 days, would be charged for 12 days as a form of discount. The committee decided against offering weekly and monthly rates for camping. Rate increase from $10.00 per night for sites with water and electrical service to $12.00 per night and rate increase involving camp sites that provided water service only from $7.50 to $9.50 per night. It was also recommended that Town employees may have 50% off on charges for camping and boating; and, the establishment of a volunteer program, whereby volunteers who worked 8 hours at the park would receive one night of camping or one day of boating. Alan Cowan addressed Town Council again regarding the former weekly and monthly rates being discontinued. He quoted rates and additional facilities/activities available at other parks. After discussion by Council, Public Operations Committee recommendations carried on the following recorded vote: James M. Neblett -Aye W. Edgar Hale -Absent Lane R. Penn -Aye Joseph L. Weddle -Aye Bettye H. Steger -Aye Pauline G. Mitchell -Aye Charles W. Stewart -Aye Gerald E. Bolen -Aye Mayor Johnston stated that we could ask Messrs. Hart and McManus to come before Council as a whole and before the committee and re-explore the rates. Messrs. Cowan and Mathena will be invited to Public Operations Committee meeting when held regarding this matter. ORDINANCE CObIl~IlTTEE~ Chairwoman Steger stated a request had been received from the Gem City Iron and Metal Co. that the Town have an ordinance that exempts them from paying a tax because of their recycling, and before Council was Ordinance No. 97-9 Solar Energy and Recycling Equipment. The Ordinance Committee recommended, and Chairwoman Steger so moved that Ordinance No. 97-9 be adopted, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and so carried on the following recorded vote: ORT~INANCE 97-9 James M. Neblett A e ADOPT,?D Lane R. Penn -Aye Bettye H. Steger -Aye Charles W. Stewart -Aye \ CRIl~IE CONTROL REPORT• W. Edgar Hale -Absent Joseph L. Weddle -Aye Pauline G. Mitchell -Aye Gerald E. Bolen -Aye Vice Mayor Steger stated that meetings were held on May 14 and May 7, sub-committee. Vice Mayor Steger advised she was unable to attend the May 14 meeting, Several things are scheduled at the Central Gym and volunteers are needed for these events. A report was also given on the Crime Prevention Subcommittee and law enforcement activities were stressed. Also, Dawn 9696 2 9697 May 20, 1997 Hensley, Senior Center Director, gave an update on the senior citizens. May is elder abuse prevention month. The next meeting will be June 11. FINANCE COMIVIITTEE: Chairman Stewart advised the Finance Committee met May 13 in Executive Session to consult with Legal Counsel regarding back taxes owned by a specific taxpayer. Also, budget work sessions were held May 6, May 13, May 19, May 20 and will meet again May 21. Thus far the committee has covered water and sewer, Economic Development, Public Works, Fire Department, Engineering, Town Council, Mayor's Office, Clerk of Council and Police. At the May 21 meeting, the remaining departments and administrative services will be covered. PLANNIlVG COMMISSION REPORT: ,,v; //~nle~' Councilman Stewart advised the Planning Commission had met 3erre 9, 1997, and reviewed a REZONING request by Mrs. Elizabeth Brunk requesting a rezoning of 1.630 acres on Cedar Lane from a REFERRED TO zoning designation of R-2 to RR (Rural Residential) for the purpose of placing a mobile home on PLAN the property in order to establish a residence. Under current zoning regulations, mobile homes are COMM . excluded from areas zoned R-2. The code reads under permissible uses: "Detached single-family dwellings, including modular homes, but not mobile homes" are allowed (Zoning Code Article 4, Section 3.2). Under the RR provisions of the Zoning Code, manufactured homes are permitted in RR zones. Detached single-family homes; and, the placement of manufactured houses on a permanent foundation, on individual lots, subject to the development standards that are equivalerrt to those applicable to site built single family dwellings within this district. Councilman Stewart further gave definition of manufactured home as defined by the amendment. Councilman Penn so moved that the Town Council refer this application to the Planning Commission for review, seconded by Councilman Weddle and carried. Councilman Bolen voted no to this motion. MAYOR' S REPORT: Mayor Johnston reported that the following streets have been adopted for clean up: Rt. 99 from Bob White Blvd. to Corporate limits, Organization Xaloy, Inc., contact -Jeff Husky; 6th Street BEAUTIFICA- from Randolph to Prospect Avenue, Organization "6th Street Gang" (area youths), contact -Lee TION Chitwood; and Oakhurst St. from Rt. 11 to P ers Fe Road, nation YMCA Child ADIOT A ST . ~P rry Orgam Development, contact -Jack Leahey. Vice Mayor Steger stated the Community National Bank will take care of part of Memorial Drive and also the area by Cosmos. Mr. Quesenberry stated that Ms. Farmer at the bank had advised they would take care of area from bank to hospital and the median strip. For further information and adoption of street, Mike Jenkins, Director of Public Works, should be contacted. TOWN ATTORNEY' S REPORT: Mr. Terwilliger had no report. TOWN MANAGER' S REPORT: Mr. Combiths reported that the Town Offices would be closed May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Mr. Combiths advised that regarding the U. S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development SEWER Administration, (used to be Farmers Home Administration), the Town Engineer along with the Planning District Commission are finishing up a major sewer application which they hope to have completed within the next week or two. Congressman Boucher has informed us that the funding of a feasibility study by the Corps of PEAK CREEK Engineers of the Creek is progressing. This is an item yet to be funded that Congressman Boucher has been working on. At 7:55 p.m. Councilman Neblett made a motion that Council go into Executive Session under 2.1- 344 (A3) Economic Development, Land Acquisition; (A7) Consult with Legal Counsel regarding agreement for utility extension; (A7) Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding potential revocation business operating permit; (A1) Personnel Matter regarding specifically named ~, 3 ?~1ay 20, 1997 individual; (A3) Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding existing UDAG Loan (Gooch & Dowell). Motion seconded by Councilman Penn and carried on the following recorded vote: 1 /~ James M. Neblett -Aye Lane R. Penn -Aye Bettye H. Steger -Aye Charles W. Stewart -Aye At 9:05 p.m. Councilman Hale arrived at meeting. W. Edgar Hale -Absent Joseph L. Weddle -Aye Pauline G. Mitchell -Aye Gerald E. Bolen -Aye At 9:30 p.m. Council returned to regular session and adopted Certification Resolution on motion made by Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Weddle and carried on the following recorded vote: James M. Neblett -Aye Lane R. Penn -Aye Bettye H. Steger -Aye Charles W. Stewart -Aye W. Edgar Hale -Aye Joseph L. Weddle -Aye Pauline G. Mitchell -Aye Gerald E. Bolen -Aye At 9:31 p.m. Councilman Neblett made a motion that Council adjourn, seconded by Councilman Penn and carried. Attest: ~~ ~• C1 rk of Council APPROVED: r~A 9698 4