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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-15-79s~.ti~ Minutes of the regular meeting of the Pulaski Town Council held May 15, 1979 at 7:00 P. M. in the Council Chambers in the Municipal Building. There were present: Mayor Raymond F. Ratclitf, presiding. Councilmen: Robert M. Wallace, Andrew L. Graham, Jr., C. E. Boyd, Jr., John A. Johnston, Arthur L. Meadows, William A. House Absent: Councilmen Blair B. Brookmeyer & James M. Neblett, Jr. (Councilman Nebkett arrived at 8:45 P. M.) Also present: J. E. Marshall, .Town Manager Gladys R.;Dalton, Clerk Garnett S. Moore, Town Attorney H. R. Coake, Asst. Town Manager Visitors: Jane,Graham,-Dave Vascek of the News media E. L. Early, Director of Public. Works Winf ord H. Morris, Publi'ca.Works Employee Joe Shumate, Bill Norris, H. W. Huff, Jr., D. L. Merrill, Tom Cox, John Powers, Howard Sadler, Duane Mink, Foy Aust, Byron Aust, Douglas Aust, Bill Wysor, Dale-.Jones and Karen Jones The invocation was given by Councilman Graham. The minutes of the regular meeting of May 1, 1979 were approved as recorded. Mayor Ratcliff welcomed the visitors, and introduced Mr. Dale Jones, Director of the State's Bureau of Water Control Manage- ment, who was present in relation to'-the Economic Impact Study of OFFICIAL OF WATER CONTROL the Regular Insurance Program Drdinance, recently prepared for the STUDY REPORT ON FLOOD INS. Town of Pulaski. PROGRAM Mr. Jones advised the National Flood Insurance Program is a federal program enabling property owners to buy flood insurance at a low cost, and in return, their community is required to carry out local floodplain management measures that have been approved by the Federal Insurance Administration and to promise to enf orce the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code that may help to protect lives and new construction from future flooding. Mr. Jones stated that of the 180 studies completed in Virginia, the Town of Pulaski is one of three communities faced with serious problems because of the federal flood regulations, and according to the study, 67% of the Town's economic base is located in the floodplain area. Mr. Jones advised that when a community withdraws from the Program, as in the case of the Town of Pulaski, certain ~~6~429 May 15, 1979 restrictions are imposed, and he read from the report the recommendations and restrictions. Mr .;Jones advised that the Town's best plan was to seek the suppoer of its Congressmen in having the federal law amended. Councilman Johnston suggested that if anyone present had any ideas as to how the Council should proceed, this was a good time to make them known while Mr. Jones was present to answer their questions. A lengthy discussion followed during which it was suggested that the creek channel be widened, or ask for a re-study of the situation. Councilman House moved that the report of Louis F. Lombard be REPORT OF LOUIS F. accepted f.or filing. Motion was seconded by Councilman Boyd. A LOMBARD FILED substitute motion was made. Councilman Wallace moved that Council check into a re-study and recommendation before accepting the report. Motion was seconded by RE-STUDY TO BE Councilman Graham. CONSIDERED A vote was taken-and the original motion carried. Councilman Johnston advised that a re-study would be considered. The following Resolution was adopted by Council on motion of Councilman House, seconded by Councilman Johnston, and carried on the following vote: Andrew L. Graham, Jr. - Aye William A. House - Aye Blair B. Brockmeyer - Absent C. E. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows - Aye John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett,Jr.- Absent R RC TIT~TTTTTIN On May 15, 1979, Winf ord H. Morris will leave the services of the Town of Pula ski, Virginia, three years after his official re- tirement in 1976, twenty-nine years, one month and twelve days after April 3, 1950, the date he was first employed by the Town. Winf ord Morris was employed to work at the Filter Plant, but at the direction of the Town Manager, he began to set up an inventory ADOPTION OF and record-keeing procedure under the then newly installed Town RESOLUTE N accounting system. He never became a Filter Plant operator, because RE:W.H.M RR IS he liked his work and the Town felt that his services were so valuable RETIREME T to the operation which he had set up that he continued with equipment and stores and the multitude of related duties and procedures required for the efficient management and operation of the Department. He worked constantly to establish a proficient system of time- keeping for all public works; a concise and detailed, but understand- able, perpetual inventory, including a cost and record system of all equipment, all of which made for orderly purchasing and replacement operation. His communication system ensures a smooth and economical operation of the Town's motor pool and saves many hpurs of valuable time by moving workers from place to place as needed and with a minimum loss of time, therby rendering prompt service to the citizens of the Town . 6~~afl May 15, 1979 Winf ord's office is the hub of the Town's service operation, and on a daily basis he receives many calls from individuals, and work-orders for transmittal to the Superintendent and Department heads. He received many calls or requests for service and in some instances, complaints, all of which he handles diplomatically and with dispatch and in hid quiet and gentlemanly manner prevents many problems from arising. The Town's regard for his employee has been shown many times and most recently on three different occasions by its willing- ness to approve his request to work beyond his ordinary retirement. His services to the Town will be sorely missed and his retirement is approved with regret. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Pulaski, Virginia, that the Town records its sincere gratitude for the reliable and efficient services rendered by Winf ord Morris to the Town of Pulaski .during his twenty-nine years of employment and extends to him its best wishes upon his retirement. IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED-that the Clerk of the Council deliver to him a properly prepared copy of this Resolution as a token of the esteem in which he is held by Town officials and his. fellow employees. A plaque was presented to Mr. Morris on behalf of the Council by Town Manager Marshall. Councilman Graham stated that at the last meeting of COMMITTEE REPORT ON SEWAGE TR . PLT . UPDATE Council, the Engineering staff and Town Manager were ad~~sed~ to proceed to finalize the plans for going to the Regional Plant. Mr. Graham stated the Town Manager and Assistant Town Manager have looked into this further and "at this point we are not sure if we can get funds for the necessary studies and this inf ormation should be secured by them so Council will have some direction on which plan they should vote". Mr. Graham asked that this be placed on the agenda for Council's next meeting; and that a public hearing will be held and a Resolution adopted as to the way the Town will go on this. Councilman Wallace had no report. Councilman Johnston had no report. $420.00 APPROP. FOR UNEMPLOYMT. COMPENSATION PAYMENT Councilman House advised that Council elected in 1978 the reimbursable route regarding Unemployment Insurance for the Town of Pulaski, and the Town has now been billed for $420.09. Councilman House moved that the amount of $420,,09 be appropriated from General Fund Surplus to Account ~~190-211.6 - Compensation Insurance. Motion was seconded by Councilman Graham, and carried 1 ~II 1 Ma.y 15, 1979 6 4~3~'~ , on the following vote: Andrew L. Graham, Jr. -Aye William A. House - Aye Blair B. Brockmeyer - Absent C. E. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows - Aye John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett,Jr.- Absent Councilman House stated that he felt Council should not put MAKE PLA off indef finitely making plans for financing the upgrading of the Sewage FOR FINA ING UPGRADING Treatment Plant as this is a decision which Council will have to make TREATMENT LANT sooner or later. Town Manager Marshall advised that Ronnie Coake is working on INDUSTRIAL WASTE USER an industrial user charge on this, and he felt this should be taken up CHARGE FEE with the whole Council within a few weeks. Councilman Boyd had no report. Councilman Meadows had no report. Councilman Neblett arrived at 8:45 P. M. - advised he had no report. Attorney Moore stated he had no further report. Town Manager Marshall reported the Planning Commission held its public hearing on the H. T. Bowling request for rezoning on Route 11 and Memorial Drive, but the Commission would not make their recommenda- PLANNING COMMtion to the Council bef ore, May 24th. Mr. Marshall recommended that TO MAKE REPOR~ ouncil hold its public hearing on this request on June 19, 1979, its ON H.T.BOWLINGsecond regular meeting in June. REZONING REQ. Councilman Neblett moved that Council hold its public hearing COUNCIL TO on the request of H. T.=Bowling for rezoning a tract of land on Route 11 HOLD PUB .HEAR and Memorial Drive on June 19, 1979 at 7:00 P. M. Motion was seconded 6/19/79 by Councilman Graham, ano carried on the following vote: Andrew L. Graham, Jr. - Aye William A. House - Aye Blair B. Brockmeyer - Absent C. E. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows - Aye ~' John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett, Jr. - Aye 'i Inasmuch as Finance Director Williams has indicated the Town is in position to buy C ertificates of Deposit in blocks of $10,000 $10,000 or more at an interest rate of 9.61% for a period of siz months, Town CERTIFIC~ ES TO BE PUR H- Manager Marshall recommended that purchase of $50,000 for the li ne item ASED account in the budget for Downtown Improvements be made and set aside and ~43~ May 15, 1979 restricted to be used as funds for an overfill Downtown Improvement project. Councilman House moved that the $50,000 be set aside in $50,000 to be a special account for Downtown Improvements, subject to Council SET ASIDE FOR DOWNTOWN action as to how it shall be spent. Motion was seconded by Council- IMPROVEMENTS man Meadows, and carried on the following vote: Andrew L. Graham, Jr. - Aye William A. House - Aye Blair B. Brockmeyer - Absent. C. E,. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert,M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows - Aye John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett, Jr.-Aye Town Manager Marshall gave a brief report on several pending REPORT ON projects, namely: Advertisement for bids on Windsor Avenue Sewer; PENDING PROJECTS Right-of-Way locations for Veterans Hill water project, and I&I Removal Bids. Town Manager Marshall reported that Public Rariff agree- ment had been received from the Appalachian Power Company to furnish electrical energy to the Town of Pulaski, and based on the inf ormation received from the League office, it was recommended that the Town accept these figures and authorize the Town Manager APPALACHIAN to execute the Contract on behalf of the Town. POWER CO. TARIFF AGREEMENT Councilman House moved that the .Town Manager be authorized SIGNED BY TOWN MGR. to sign the contract with the Appalachian Power Company to furnish electrical energy tothe Town. Motion was seconded by Councilman Boyd, and carried on the following vote: Councilman Graham abstained from voting or taking any part in the discussion. Andrew L. Graham, Jr .- Ab ~ainedWilliam A. House - Aye Blair B. Brockmeyer -Absent C. E. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows, - Aye John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett,Jr. - Aye REQ. FOR Town Manager Marshall asked for an executive session of EXECUTIVE SESSION Council at the end of the Council meeting. Councilman House moved that Council hold a public hearing on the 1979-80 budget on Tuesday, June 26, 1979, at 7:00 P. M. PUB. HEARING TO BE HELD ON Motion was seconded by Councilman Boyd. BUDGET 6/19/79 There followed some discussion relative to the time involved & APPROVE f or advertising and holding a public hearing on the proposed budget, BUDGET 6/26/79 and Councilman House withdrew his motion and Councilman Boyd with- drew his second to the foregoing motion for a public hearing on June 26th. yZ. ~%/ May 15, 1979 6433 Councilman House moved that Council hold a public hearing on June 19, 1979 at 7:00 P. M. on the 1979-80 Budget. Motion was seconded by Councilman Boyd, artd carried on the following vote: Andrew L. Graham, Jr ., - Aye William A. House - Aye Blair B. Brockmeyer - Abse nt. C. E. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows - Aye PUB. HEARING John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett, Jr.- Aye ON BUDGET 6/19/79 Councilman House moved that a public hearing be schedul ed & f or June 26, 1979 at 7:00 P.; M, for the approval of the 1979-80 Budget. 6/26/79 Motion was seconded by Councilman Boyd, and carried on the following FOR APPROVAL vote: Andrew L. Graham, Jr. - Aye William A. House - ,Aye '~ Blair B. Brockmeyer -Absent C. E. Boyd, Jr. - Aye Robert M. Wallace - Aye Arthur L. Meadows - Aye John A. Johnston - Aye James M.Neblett,Jr. - Aye At 9:15 P. M. Councilman House moved that Council go into EXECU~IVE SESSI N executive session on a legal matter. Motion was seconded by Council- man Johnston, and carried. At 10:06 P. M. Mayor Ratcliff declared Council again to be REGU~.FtR in regular session, and inquired if there was other business to come SESSION bef ore the Council.; Mr. House suggested that the Council hold a Budget Work- ~ session on Saturday, May 19, 1979 at 7:00 A. M. The suggestion was BUDG~~ WORK accepted by the Council membership. Town Manager Marshall was re- SESSImN quested to advise the local media regarding this meeting. At 10:10 P. M. Councilman Boyd moved, seconded by Council- ADJOU~NMENT man Meadows, that Council adjourn. Motion was carried. APPR~OVE~ J' //~ i v/~ yor Ratc ATTEST: ,~ ~ ~~e~ Clerk of C ncil