Minutes 2019-03-05
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PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2019
6:00 P.M.
The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in
the Council Chambers at City Hall. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag, Council
President Striplin gave the invocation. Roll was called and Councilor Starnes was recorded as
being absent.
THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS DISCERNMENT: Understanding the deeper
reasons why things happen.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Public Hearing and City Council Meeting February 19, 2019.
Councilor Strichik made a motion to adopt the minutes and Councilor Cables seconded the
motion. With no discussion, the minutes were adopted (6-0).
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT REGARDING TONIGHT’S AGENDA:
Jon Lee Finnegan, 211 Deer Trace, thanked Council President Striplin and Councilor Boone
for their quick responses regarding her questions on tonight’s agenda. Ms. Finnegan requested
that Councilor Boone explain to the public the background on Consent Agenda Item #6.
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Gillespie was granted a Point of Privilege to present Finance Director Daniel Oakley
with a Certified Government Financial Management Proclamation.
The Mayor also commended the following officers on their promotion to Corporal:
Steven Tyler Ray
Justin Thornell
Jonathan Timbes
Travis Ray
John Brandon Strickland
Wesley Blake Urban
These officers were promoted to Corporal after scoring very well on the Corporal test, which is
designed to test the candidate’s knowledge skills, management skills, departmental
knowledge, and communication skills.
The Mayor introduced the latest Police Academy Graduate Officer Desmond Bailey.
Mayor Gillespie presented Mr. Leo Jameson with a Commendation for his years of service on
the Board of Zoning Adjustment.
Mr. Jamieson thanked the Mayor for the Commendation. After his retirement from the United
States Marine Corps, Mr. Jamieson and his wife chose Prattville to be there home. Today, due
to failing health they will be moving out of the City. Mr. Jamieson thanked the Mayor and Council
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for the opportunity and privilege to serve on the BZA. The Mayor presented Mr. Jamieson with
a Challenge Coin.
The Mayor expressed his heartfelt sympathies for Lee County after the tornado damage and
loss of life that occurred Sunday. The Mayor extended his sincere thoughts and prayers to Lee
County, the families that lost loved ones, those injured, the First Responders, the recovery
team, and everyone that has been effected by this tragedy.
The Mayor reported that he had reached out to Autauga County EMA and Pamela Trammel
with CARPDC to inquire about grant opportunities for storm shelters in the City of Prattville.
The Engineering Department has identified an issue with the box culvert crossing under
Greystone Way. Following the rain event Sunday, three of the double barrel 6x6 box sections,
along with the wing walls on the outfall end of the culvert have been dislodged. The City
Engineer recommends this drainage repair be declared an emergency for contract letting and
will be working with an engineer to finalize plans and pricing.
REPORT FROM COUNCIL ON SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Councilor Boone reported that the Parks and Recreation Committee met on Friday, March 1,
2019 to discuss land usage and revenue streams.
Council President Striplin reported that the Finance Committee met on Wednesday, February
20, 2019, and Finance Director Daniel Oakley discussed current financial matters that he is
working on.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. RESOLUTION: To Re-Appoint Jerry Crosby as a Member of the Board of Zoning
Adjustment. (Sponsored By: Councilor Cables)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 022
2. RESOLUTION: To Re-Appoint Michael Whaley as a Supernumerary Member of the Board
of Zoning Adjustment. (Sponsored By: Councilor Cables)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 023
3. RESOLUTION: To Appoint Charles N. Knapp as a Member of the Board of Zoning
Adjustment. (Sponsored By: Councilor Strichik)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 024
4. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Mayor to Enter Into a Commercial Card Agreement with
Compass Bank (BBVA Compass) for Procurement Card Services. (Sponsored By: Council
President Striplin)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 025
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5. RESOLUTION: To Enter into a Memorandum and Amendment to Option and Lease
Agreement with SBA Sites, LLC for a Portion of the Property Located at 122 Ridgewood Road.
(Sponsored By: Council President Striplin)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 026
6. RESOLUTION: To Enter into a Lease and Indemnity Agreement Between Pratt Mill
Properties, LLC, Moncrief Enterprises, LLC, Walthall Family Partnership, LTD, and the City of
Prattville to Lease Certain Property Along North Court Street for Various City Events and
Activities. (Sponsored By: Councilor Boone)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 027
Council President Pro Tempore Brown made a motion to place Items # 1-6 on a Consent
Agenda and Councilor Jackson seconded the motion. The items were placed on a Consent
Agenda (6-0). Councilor Strichik made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda and Council
Cables seconded the motion. Councilor Boone explained that Consent Agenda Item #6 was
essentially a house keeping measure to protect the City and the landowners. The City already
uses the land for various events and this agreement adds a layer of protection for the City when
holding future events there. No money is being exchanged. There being no further discussion,
the resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
CABLES, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : STARNES
AGENDA:
1. RESOLUTION: To Award Bid No. 019-003 to J & M Displays, Inc. for the July 4, 2019
Fireworks Display Program for the Performing and Creative Arts Division at a Cost Not to
Exceed $23,500.00. (Sponsored By: Councilor Boone)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2019, PAGE 028
Councilor Boone made a motion to adopt the resolution and Councilor Strichik seconded the
motion. There being no discussion, the resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
CABLES, STRICHIK, BOONE 6
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : STARNES
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT:
None
CLOSING COMMENTS:
Councilor Strichik invited all to come out for little league baseball’s opening day this Saturday.
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Council President Striplin noted that this would be the final regular City Council meeting which
Chamber of Commerce, Economic Developer Amy Brabham would be attending. Council
President Striplin thanked Dr. Brabham for her service to the City and wished her success in
her new career in Auburn.
ADJOURN:
There being no further business to come before the council, Councilor Strichik made a motion
to adjourn and Councilor Boone seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned (6-0) at 6:23
p.m.
APPROVED:
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Cathy Dickerson
City Clerk
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Albert Striplin, President
Prattville City Council
SUBMITTED BY:
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Jamie Ferrari
Assistant City Clerk