Minutes 2018-06-19
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PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2018
6:02 P.M.
The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at 6:02 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 all Councilors were present.
THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS DETERMINATION: Overcoming obstacles in
order to reach my goal.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Public Hearing and City Council Meeting June 5, 2018.
Councilor Strichik made a motion to adopt the minutes and Councilor Jackson seconded the
motion. With no discussion, the minutes were adopted (7-0).
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT REGARDING TONIGHT’S AGENDA: None
MAYOR’S REPORT:
The ribbon cutting ceremony was held today for the Walmart Grocery Pickup.
Consent Resolution #3 is in support of the City of Tuskegee and Macon County as they seek
the opportunity to secure the T-X project for the T-100 jet trainer. This opportunity would create
new jobs and provide a unique environment supporting our military. The support of this project
will continue to honor the accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen and provide a significant
economic development impact in the region.
Resolution #8 will bring post-secondary education to the City of Prattville. This partnership with
Central Alabama Community College will provide local workforce development enabling our
citizens with time, tools, and talent for the future. Mayor Gillespie expressed appreciation to the
Council for supporting this project. If approved, the funding for this project will come from the
reserve account funded by the lodging tax.
The Creekwalk Concert Series had a successful kickoff last week. The next concert will be held
on Tuesday, June 26, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. featuring Abigail Douglas.
The Farmer’s Market is held in The Grove each Saturday morning.
REPORT FROM COUNCIL ON SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Council President Striplin reported that the Finance Committee met on June 11, 2018 to
discuss the status of several ongoing projects. The committee was pleased with the progress
reported.
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REPORT ON STATUS OF CITY FINANCES:
Finance Director Daniel Oakley presented the finance reports for May 2018. The General Fund
Revenue report showed that year-to-date revenue was $25,749,775.94, an increase of 2.75%
in comparison to the prior year.
The Tax Breakdown Comparison report showed revenue increased by 1.98% in comparison
to the prior year.
The Expenses by Department report showed that with 66.67% of the budget year complete,
overall expenses were at 63.21%.
The Wastewater Enterprise Fund Income Statement showed a net loss of ($37,912.70) for May
2018. This was due in part to the first bond interest payment due in May. Expenses were below
budget.
The Sanitation Enterprise Fund Income Statement showed a net income of $26,431.08 for May
2018. With 66.67% of the budget year complete, expenses were slightly below budget at
67.19%.
The Judicial Special Revenue Fund Income Statement showed a net loss of ($4,694.89) for
May 2018. Expenses were slightly below budget.
The Bank Balances report showed a total cash balance of $24,995,015.60 as of May 31, 2018.
The City Wide Accounts Payable and Debt Balances report show total debt at $61,840,929.77
as of May 31, 2018.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Mayor to have Various Weeded Lots Abated per Title 11,
Chapter 67 of the Code of Alabama, 1975, as Amended. (Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
2. RESOLUTION: To Declare Various Weeded Lots to be a Public Nuisance, Order Their
Abatement and Set a Public Hearing per Title 11, Chapter 67 of the Code of Alabama, 1975,
as Amended. (Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
3. RESOLUTION: To Support the Leonardo Diagnostic/Retrieval System (DRS) T-100 Aircraft
in Tuskegee, Alabama. (Sponsored By: Council President Pro Tempore Brown)
Councilor Boone made a motion to place Items #1-3 on a Consent Agenda and Councilor
Cables seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the items were placed on a Consent
Agenda (7-0). Councilor Strichik made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda and Councilor
Starnes seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Consent Agenda was adopted
with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
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BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
AGENDA:
1. RESOLUTION: To Set a Public Hearing to Grant a Restaurant Retail Liquor License to HOA
Restaurant Holder, LLC d/b/a Hooters of Prattville. (Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
HELD FROM MAY 15, 2018
The Resolution was held from May 15, 2018. Councilor Starnes 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,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
2. RESOLUTION: To Set a Public Hearing to Grant a Retail Beer/Retail Table Wine (On
Premises Only) to New Vision Cinemas, LLC d/b/a Promenade Cinema 12. (Sponsored By:
Councilor Starnes)
Councilor Starnes made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor Strichik seconded the
motion. Councilor Cables made a motion to amend the Resolution to change the date of the
public hearing to July 17, 2018 and Councilor Strichik seconded the motion. The amendment
was adopted (7-0). There being no further discussion, the amended Resolution was adopted
with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
3. RESOLUTION: To Amend the FY2018 Budget and to Award Bid No. 018-010 to Energy
Systems Southeast, LLC for One (1) 350 KW Standby Diesel Generator for the Public Safety
Building at a Cost of $65,779.00. (Sponsored By: Councilor Strichik)
Councilor Strichik made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor Starnes seconded the
motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
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BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
4. RESOLUTION: To Release Funds for the Purchase of One (1) 2018 Bobcat 3400D UTV
from Bobcat of Montgomery for the Public Works/Wastewater Division at a Cost Not to Exceed
$14,555.00. (Sponsored By: Council President Striplin)
Councilor Jackson made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Council President Pro Tempore
Brown seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the
following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
5. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Release of Funds to Purchase One (1) 2018 Chevrolet
Tahoe through State Contract T-191A from Donohoo Chevrolet for the Public Works/Sanitation
Division at a Cost Not to Exceed $33,515.00. (Sponsored By: Councilor Cables)
Councilor Cables made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor Boone seconded the
motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
6. RESOLUTION: To Release Funds to E & L Masonry, Inc. for the Resealing of the Exterior
of the City Hall Annex Building at a Cost Not to Exceed $13,875.00. (Sponsored By: Councilor
Jackson)
Councilor Jackson made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Council President Pro Tempore
Brown seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the
following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
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7. RESOLUTION: To Ratify and Affirm the Purchase of One (1) Flyght NP3153 Submersible
Pump from Jim House and Associates, Inc. for the Gin Shop Hill Lift Station at a Cost Not to
Exceed $15,988.00. (Sponsored By: Council President Striplin)
Council President Pro Tempore Brown made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor
Starnes seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the
following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
8. RESOLUTION: To Authorize the Mayor to Enter into a Joint Post-Secondary Education
Development Agreement Between the Autauga County Commission, the City of Prattville, and
Central Alabama Community College, and to Approve the Expenditure of $125,000.00 in
Support of Project Leaf for the Purpose of Economic Development. (Sponsored By: Council
President Striplin)
Councilor Boone made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor Strichik seconded the
motion. Councilor Starnes asked if the Autauga County Commission approved this Agreement
tonight. Economic Developer Amy Brabham responded that the County Commission did
approve the Agreement at their meeting. There being no further discussion, the Resolution was
adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
9. RESOLUTION: To Release Funds To Outfit the Public Works/Wastewater Division
Education Trailer at a Total Cost Not to Exceed $14,850.00. (Sponsored By: Council President
Striplin)
Council President Pro Tempore Brown made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor
Cables seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the
following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, JACKSON, BROWN,
STARNES, CABLES, STRICHIK,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
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ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT:
Jon Lee Finnegan, 211 Deer Trace, addressed the Council regarding the webmaster position.
Ms. Finnegan noted that council meeting videos have been posted on the website since 2010,
and that it has been one year since the last video was posted on the website. During the past
year, several projects have been approved by the Council and several employees have been
hired by the City. The citizens of Prattville deserve better.
CLOSING COMMENTS:
Councilor Jackson commended Police Chief Mark Thompson and his staff for the way they
handled a potentially volatile situation in the College Heights neighborhood. The officers
exemplified professionalism.
Councilor Cables invited all to attend the upcoming Creekside Concert on June 26, 2018.
Council President Striplin thanked all who attended the council meeting and thanked City
employees for their continued efforts.
ADJOURN:
There being no further business to come before the council, Councilor Starnes made a motion
to adjourn and Councilor Jackson seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned (7-0) at 6:32
p.m.
APPROVED:
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Cathy Dickerson
City Clerk
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Albert Striplin, President
Prattville City Council