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Home My WebLink About08-04-92August 4, 1952 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Pulaski Town Council held August 4, 1992, at 4:00 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 Robert Lyons, Asst. to the Town Manager Ruth A. Harrell, Clerk Visitors: Dee Lindsey and Paul Dellinger, News Media Henderson Randolph John Hawley The meeting was called to order by Vice Mayor W. H. Schrader. Councilman Glenn led the Pledge of Allegiance with the Invocation being given by Councilman Graham. Following the roll call, Councilwoman Holston so moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of July 21, 1992, be approved as submitted, seconded by Councilman W. H. Schrader and carried. Vice Mayor Schrader welcomed visitors to the meeting. In hearing from the public, Mr. Henderson Randolph stated he enjoyed attending the Council Meetings. Vice Mayor Schrader then called for Council Committee Reports. PUBLIC & PERSONNEL RELATIONS APPT. PLAN. Chairman J. R. Schrader advised that the Committee had met August COMM. 3, 1992, and entered executive session to discuss specific individuals for possible appointment to the Planning Commission to fill a vacancy created by the resignation of Dr. Anneski. Chairman Schrader so moved that Matthew Olsen be appointed to the Town Planning Commission to fill this vacancy, seconded by Councilwoman Holston and carried on the following recorded vote: 8141 Charles D. Crispin - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye J. R. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Elbert G. Black, Jr. - Aye 9142 August 4, 1992 Roy H. D'Ardenne - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye FINANCE COMMITTEE Chairman W. H. Schrader advised that the Finance Committee had met on July 31, 1992, and entered into executive session to discuss the possible use of UDAG funds for a downtown business prospect. UTILITIES COMMITTEE Chairman Graham had no report. PUBLIC OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Chairwoman Holston had no report. ORDINANCE COMMITTEE ORDINANCE Chairman Glenn advised that the Ordinance Committee had met on Inoper.Auqust 3, 1992, and continued to review the inoperable vehicle Vehic. ordinance. There had been an examination by the Town Attorney of certain Code changes which the committee feels at this time may not address the problem adequately. The committee is still considering other options. Councilman Glenn stated he would be getting in contact with the citizens who are concerned with this matter. TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. Terwilliger had no report. TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Holycross reported that at the last Council Meeting, the Council voted to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve a conditional use for David W. Young to establish an automobile service station at 508 S. Washington Ave. Councilman Crispin so moved that reading of Ordinance No. 92-12 Permitting an Automobile Service Station as Conditional Use on David W. Young Property be waived, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne and carried. Councilman Crispin made a motion that Ordinance No. 92-12 be adopted, seconded by Councilman D'Ardenne and carried on the following recorded vote: ORDINANCE 92-12 ADOPTED Charles D. Crispin CONDITIONAL J. R. Schrader, Jr. USE Roy H. D'Ardenne D. YOUNG W. H. Schrader, Jr. - Aye Andrew L. Graham - Aye - Aye Elbert G. Black, Jr. - Aye - Aye Alma H. Holston - Aye - Aye Robert N. Glenn - Aye With the aid of an overhead visual, Mr. Holycross gave an update on RT. 11 the Route 11 water improvement project, phase I. Mr. Holycross reported WATER that the construction included a one million gallon storage tank at LINE Route 11 and Peppers Ferry Road, new pump station on Ridge Avenue, 3,900 August 4, 1992 9143 TANK/ RT. 11 WATER LINE, CONT. linear feet of 10-inch water main from the new tank to Twin Oaks Drive. He stated the construction had been completed and the improvements are operational. The pump station pumped an average of 261,821 gallons per day during the month of July. "~ ~~ Mr. Holycross stated that the benefits from the system improvement are: pump station and new tank are serving the equivalent of 425 residential connections; and some sample pressure improvements are: Twin Oaks and Newbern Road, from 59 psi to 100 psi; Route 611 and Critzer Road, from 50 psi to 100 psi; and Memorial Drive and Westwood, from 69 psi to 130 psi. As approximately $30,000 is available from bond proceeds, the following two additional construction projects were recommended by Mr. Holycross: 1) Connect existing water lines at Mashburn Avenue and Peppers Ferry Road, and 2) extend 10 inch line along Peppers Ferry Road from Twin Oaks Drive to Beth Scott Drive. In answer to inquiry, Mr. Hawley reported that the shopping center and Washington Square Apartments were on the Pleasant Hill tank and to his knowledge, no pressure problems had been experienced. It was also reported that Oakhurst Avenue would benefit in better pressure. And as long as the tank stays filled up, the pressure stays up. Thus far, we have not experienced any problems. After discussion by Council, the additional waterline improvements to be funded with the $30,000 were referred to the Utilities Committee and Finance Committee for their recommendation. The waterline along Route 11, hospital area to tank, is one of the projects being analyzed and Town Manager is trying to put a financial package together for these projects. This project is required by the annexation agreement and will be brought back to Council. 1 Councilman Crispin expressed pleasure in the correspondence from Congressman Boucher regarding local governments having a say on the introduction of interstate waste and the regulating of cable T.V. Mr. Holycross advised that following the Council meeting, National Night Out was being held in Jackson Park. This is part of a national emphasis on neighborhood crime watch programs. A brief ceremony will be followed by refreshments and recognition will be paid those who are very active in this program. Vice Mayor Schrader advised that three buildings would be demolished with the contract being let on July 1st. The contractor has 90 days to bring the buildings down. MINUTES/ Councilman J. R. Schrader reported that it was discussed in the Comm Personnel Committee meeting the matter of getting reports/minutes from Town representatives on the various commissions/committees. Mr. Holycross advised that Council would be provided minutes from each of these agencies with the Council packet. If there are items where additional information is needed, it can be requested. 9144 August 4, 1992 public hearing scheduled on the relocation or the use of the trailer where the insurance company burned. Mr. Holycross reported the temporary trailer was approved as a variance by the Board of Zoning Appeals. Mr. Lyons advised they had until September 30 to locate the new trailer. TAXI-CABS Councilwoman Holston asked status of cab stand located at train station. Mr. Holycross reported that Blue and White Cab Co. is moving out. Mr. Holycross has asked the Building Inspector to furnish a cost estimate on restoring the building as to whether it is economically feasible. This cost information will be shared with Council. Councilman Crispin questioned if the cab stand had the proper authority to operate at the new location. Mr. Holycross reported this is permitted as it is a B-2 zoning district which is the least restrictive business district. Councilman Graham inquired as to whether there would be adequate space in the renovated train station for the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Holycross advised there would be adequate office space, however, there is not a lot of long term storage space. GAS TANKS Councilman Graham asked if the Town had to drill additional wells at the station to monitor the gasoline tank that was leaking. Mr. Holycross reported that no additional wells were drilled beyond what we had to do originally. The State Water Control Board had asked for additional test information and this has been provided to them. They have not required any additional monitoring wells at this point. Councilwoman Holston expressed appreciation for the excellent tour of Town facilities that was given on August 1. At 4:27 p.m. Councilwoman Holston made a motion that Council adjourn, seconded by Vice Mayor Schrader and carried. APPROVED: 'ce Mayor Attest: C erk of Council