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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-21-92July 21, 199 2 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Pulaski Town Council held July 21, 1992, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building. There were present: Vice Mayor W. H. Schrader, Jr., presiding Council Members: Charles D. Crispin, J. R. Schrader, Jr., Roy H. D'Ardenne, Andrew L. Graham, Elbert G. Black, Jr., Alma H. Holston, Robert N. Glenn Also Present: Frank Terwilliger, Town Attorney Don E. Holycross, Town Manager Ruth A. Harrell, Clerk Visitors: Dee Lindsey and Rick Lindquist, News Media Jessie Richardson Mary Lee Duncan David Young The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor W. H. Schrader. Councilman J. R. Schrader led the Pledge of Allegiance with the Invocation being given by Councilman Black. Following the roll call, Councilwoman Holston so moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of July 7, 1992, be approved after two corrections. Motion was seconded by Councilman Crispin and so carried. PUB. HEAR.Vice Mayor Schrader called a public hearing to order to receive citizen comments on a conditional use request by David W. Young to establish an automobile service station at 508 S. Washington Avenue. Mr. Holycross reported the property is zoned B-1 (Local Business) and within that zoning district, an automobile service station is permitted as a conditional use provided that bulk storage of flammable liquids is underground. The use may not include the temporary storage of wrecked or inoperable vehicles or the storage or rental of trailers, campers, vans or similar equipment. 9137 He reported an automotive service station may conduct preventive maintenance and other related work (oil changes; tune-ups; computer engine diagnosis; wheel alignment and balancing; repair of air conditioning systems, exhaust systems brakes, etc.). Major repair work is not permitted in the B-1 zoning district. Mr. Holycross stated the Planning Commission, at its meeting on June 8, conducted a public hearing and recommended approval of the conditional use. The Planning Commission did not recommend that any specific conditions be attached to the proposed use. 9138 July 21, 1992 Mr. Terwilliger stated the difference between conditional use and conditional zoning is that with the conditional use, you start with the assumption that this use is one that is permitted in the area so long as it can be made compatible with the rest of the area by reasonable conditions. The Planning Commission did not see any particular conditions necessary to make it more compatible. Councilman Crispin questioned if the people were not satisfied by the conditions that were proposed, such as shielding of trees, etc. Councilman D'Ardenne reported the trees were talked about, with Mr. Young indicating that he was agreeable to do this, however, the people said they did not want the trees. A lady indicated she would rather put up a fence of her own. Mr. Jessie Richardson, Christiansburg, addressed Council stating he had previously tried to buy this particular property but the Town of Pulaski Building Inspector advised him that he could not put a car lot at this location, and the only thing he could put on this property would be something like a souvenir shop, hair dresser shop, car wash. He was informed it was zoned for slow moving traffic. It was clarified that a car lot is not a permitted use in B-1 (Local Business) zone. The sale of gasoline is permitted as long as the tanks are underground. The public hearing was then adjourned by Vice Mayor Schrader. COND. USE Councilman Graham made a motion that Council accept the Planning APPROVED Commission's recommendation in approving David W. Young conditional use request. Motion was seconded by Councilman Crispin and carried on the following recorded vote: Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Elbert G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne, Jr. - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye Mr. Terwilliger will prepare an ordinance and bring back to next Council meeting. There being no further comments from the public, Vice Mayor Schrader called for Council Committee Reports. PUBLIC OPERATIONS COMMITTEE RECREATION Chairwoman Holston had no report, however, she stated she had COMM. attended a meeting of the Recreation Commission, as Council's representative. She reported this is the first year they have had softball for girls and it is one of their most successful programs. Councilman Glenn recommended that Public Operations and Larry Vest, PSA, met to discuss the matter of trash pick up, and matters related to this area. Councilman Graham asked for an update on the PSA discontinuing July 21, 1992 9139 SANITATION providing garbage pick up due to non-payment of garbage bill, for customers in Town. Mr. Holycross reported that the County Administrator is preparing a report for the PSA showing how many customers they have cut off, how many of those have restored service, etc. This report should answer questions we might have. Councilman Graham stated this would be an on-going problem and asked if we should have a policy that we relay to the PSA stating the Town's position. Mr. Holycross advised that if Council wanted to communicate something to PSA, they could certainly do so, but felt the report that was forthcoming would clarify some of the issues. PUBLIC & PERSONNEL RELATIONS Chairman J. R. Schrader advised that the Committee had met July 20, 1992, and went into Executive Session to discuss specific named individuals for appointments to the New River Valley Airport Commission, the Peppers Ferry Wastewater Treatment Authority, and the New River Valley Agency on Aging. The Personnel Committee recommended, and Chairman Schrader so moved, seconded by Councilman Glenn and carried on the following recorded vote that: APPOINTMENT~r. Don Holycross be appointed as the alternate for Mr. Glenn on the New River Valley Airport Commission; Mr. Don Crispin be appointed as the alternate for Mr. Holycross on the Peppers Ferry Wastewater Treatment Authority; Mrs. Alma Holston be appointed as the Town's representative on the New River Valley Agency on Aging, with Mr. Black as her alternate. Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Elbert G. Black, Jr. - Aye Roy H. D'Ardenne - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye PLAN. COMM.Mr. Holycross advised that Dr. Anneski had submitted his resignation from the Planning Commission effective immediately as he will be moving to the County. This resignation was referred to the Personnel Committee. UTILITIES COMMITTEE Chairman Graham had no report. FINANCE COMMITTEE Chairman W. H. Schrader reported that the Finance Committee had met prior to the Council Meeting. Mr. Holycross reported that a preliminary report on the June 30th financial report was distributed. There will be some additional expenditures before we close the books out as well as some additional revenues will be recorded. The auditors are currently working on the books and as soon as all figures are finalized, we will share with Council the updated figures. L 9140 .Tiny 21, 1992 BRAVES Mr. Holycross advised that the BASEBALLa proposal by Pulaski Baseball, Inc. with the Braves to allow for in-kind in the maintenance of Calfee Park in would typically make to the Town. ORDINANCE COMMITTEE Finance Committee discussed briefly to amend the contract that we have services to be provided to the Town lieu of cash payment that they INOPERATIVE VEHICLES Chairman Glenn advised that the Ordinance Committee met on July 20th and discussed inoperable vehicles. The Town Manager and Town Attorney are looking at a couple of options that the Town may have as regards a separation of residential versus commercial zoning as regards the State statues plus the Town Manager is following up with a couple. of property owners on the matters and investigating several others that were brought up during the meeting. Chairman Glenn was hopeful that the Committee could come back within the next 30 to 60 days with something more concrete to present as far as possible changes to the current Town Code. MAYOR`S REPORT Vice Mayor Schrader stated that an invitation was extended from Ben Tate, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Randolph House, for a dedication of gazebo and ramps on Friday, 12:00 noon. Vice Mayor Schrader advised that he had received citizen complaint regarding the train whistle as they are still hearing them after hours. He asked that the Town Manager contact N & S to see if they will work with us. Councilman Crispin reported that he had received a number of complaints regarding fly ash from the furniture factory. Mr. Holycross will look into this complaint. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. Terwilliger had no report. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Holycross had no report. WATER TANK Councilman Graham requested that the Town Manager bring in a report on the new water tank at the next Council Meeting. Councilman Graham stated we have some high pressure spots that have been created by the tank and the Town is trying to notify those people of what action they can take. Councilman Crispin requested that any citizen that feels that their pressure is excessive could contact the Town and the Town would check it free of charge. Mr. Holycross stated citizens should contact the Engineering Department. At 7:33 p.m., Councilman J. R. Schrader made a motion that Council adjourn, seconded by Councilman Black and carried. APPROVED: Attest: ice Mayor C erk of Council