Minutes 2015-04-21
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PRATTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2015
The Prattville City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at 6:02 p.m. in
the Council Chambers at City Hall. After the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag,
Council President Pro Tempore Striplin gave the invocation. Roll was called and all
Councilors were present.
THE CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH IS TRUTHFULNESS: Earning future
trusts by accurately reporting past facts.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting April 7, 2015.
Councilor Brown made a motion to adopt the minutes and Councilor Starnes seconded the
motion. There being no discussion, the minutes were adopted (7-0).
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT REGARDING TONIGHT’S AGENDA:
None
MAYOR’S REPORT:
Mayor Gillespie requested a Point of Privilege and presented Gene Hall with a plaque of
appreciation for his many years of service to the City of Prattville.
The Mayor and Chief Thompson introduced four newly sworn City of Prattville police officers
to the City Council: Perry Bullard, Christopher Clark, Ariel Gainey, and Cornelius Moye.
These officers went through a six-month hiring process.
Prattville hosted the Bassmaster’s Tournament last week at Cooter’s Pond. Mayor Gillespie
congratulated Parks and Recreation Director Kellie Cook and her staff on a great event. An
event of this size also required assistance from several other departments, including the
Police, Fire, Engineering, and Public Works departments. This event was a fine example of
the motto “Teamwork. No excuses, just results.”
The Mayor reported that hotels were at 100% occupancy during the tournament. Anglers
shopped, dined, and purchased fuel during their stay in Prattville.
City Fest will be held May 1 & 2, 2015. Chamber of Commerce personnel and the City Fest
committee are working hard to prepare for this event.
Mayor Gillespie congratulated Patty VanderWal and her staff on another great issue of
“Livability Prattville,” which promotes tourism and economic development.
The ribbon cutting for Old Farm Lane will be held on Friday, April 24, 2015. Representatives
from the Alabama Department of Transportation, Autauga County and Elmore County
officials, and City of Prattville officials will participate in the ribbon cutting.
REPORT FROM COUNCIL ON SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
None
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REPORT ON THE STATUS OF CITY FINANCES:
Finance Director Doug Moseley presented the finance reports for March 2015. The Unaudited
General Fund Revenue report showed that overall revenue was up by 4.22%, or $767,719.28,
in comparison to prior year.
The Tax Breakdown Comparison report showed revenue increased 3.74% in comparison to
the prior year.
The Unaudited Expenses by Department report showed most departments were either under
budget or at budget. Year-to-date expenses were at $17,197,362.24, which is a difference of
$1,375,172.65 compared to the prior year. This difference was due to the prepayment of the
2007 bond.
The Wastewater Enterprise Fund Income Statement showed income in-line with the budget.
With 50% of the budget year complete, expenses were at 65.24%. This was due to early payoff
of the SRF loan.
The Sanitation Enterprise Fund Income Statement showed income and expenses in-line with
the budget.
The Judicial Special Revenue Fund Income Statement showed that with 50% of the budget
year complete, revenue was lagging at 41.20%. The suspense account included revenue to be
processed.
The Gas Tax Special Revenue Fund Income Statement, presented quarterly, showed expenses
at 67.99%, with 50% of the year complete. Miscellaneous Contract Services included paving
projects. The report also showed bank account balances for the gas tax funds.
The Capital Projects Fund Income Statement showed account balances through March 31,
2015. The trust fund payment received this week will show on the next statement.
The Group Health Fund Income Statement showed a year-to-date decrease of $300,476.81.
This decrease was due to several large claims. This fund balance is being monitored and
funding adjustments may be made during the next budget year.
The Bank Balances report showed a total cash balance of $18,029,734.27 as of March 31,
2015.
The City Wide Accounts Payable and Debt Balances report show total debt at $41,550,663.21
as of March 31, 2015.
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. RESOLUTION: To Declare Various Weeded Lots to be a Public Nuisance and Ordering
Their Abatement per Title 11, Chapter 67 of the Code of Alabama, 1975, as Amended.
(Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 036
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2. RESOLUTION: To Set a Public Hearing to Declare Various Weeded Lots to be a Public
Nuisance and Ordering Their Abatement per Title 11, Chapter 67 of the Code of Alabama,
1975, as Amended. (Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 037
3. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Structure Located at 419 East Sixth Street To Be Unsafe
and a Public Nuisance. (Sponsored By: Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 038
4. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Structure Located at 925 Peagler Street to Be Unsafe and
a Public Nuisance. (Sponsored By: Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 039
5. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Structure Located at 1159 Old Highway 31 to Be Unsafe
and a Public Nuisance. (Sponsored By: Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 040
6. RESOLUTION: To Declare the Structure Located at 859 Washington Ferry Road to Be
Unsafe and a Public Nuisance. (Sponsored By: Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 041
Councilor Boone made a motion to place Items #1-6 on a Consent Agenda and Councilor
Starnes seconded the motion. The items were placed on a consent agenda (7-0). Councilor
Boles made a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda and Councilor Whiteside seconded the
motion. Councilor Boles asked Code Enforcement Officer Carl Wilson for an explanation of
the process for repeat weeded lots and dilapidated structures. There being no further
discussion, the Consent Agenda was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, WOOD, BROWN,
STARNES, WHITESIDE, BOLES,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
AGENDA
1. RESOLUTION: To Grant a Restaurant Retail Liquor License to Alberto Munoz d/b/a The
Boathouse Caribbean, LLC. (Sponsored By: Councilor Starnes)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 042
Councilor Starnes made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor Whiteside seconded
the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, WOOD, BROWN,
STARNES, WHITESIDE, BOLES,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
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ABSENT : NONE
2. RESOLUTION: To Amend the FY2015 Budget and to Award Bid No. 015-001 (Revised)
to Middleton Oil Co., Inc. for Upgrades to City of Prattville Fueling Sites at a Cost of
$87,610.70 and to Provide Fuel and an Automated Fuel Management System for City-Owned
Vehicles. (Sponsored By: Councilor Boles)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 043
Councilor Boles made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor Brown seconded the
motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, WOOD, BROWN,
STARNES, WHITESIDE, BOLES,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
3. RESOLUTION: To Release Funds for Sewer Improvements on Cardinal Lane for the
Public Works Department/Wastewater Division at a Cost Not to Exceed $49,985.00.
(Sponsored By: Council President Pro Tempore Striplin)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 044
Council President Pro Tempore Striplin 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, WOOD, BROWN,
STARNES, WHITESIDE, BOLES,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
4. RESOLUTION: To Release Funds for Sewer Improvements on Cherry Street for the
Public Works Department/Wastewater Division at a Cost Not to Exceed $32,969.25.
(Sponsored By: Council President Pro Tempore Striplin)
RESOLUTION BOOK 2015, PAGE 045
Council President Pro Tempore Striplin made a motion to adopt the Resolution and Councilor
Whiteside seconded the motion. There being no discussion, the Resolution was adopted with
the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, WOOD, BROWN,
STARNES, WHITESIDE, BOLES,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
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ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
5. ORDINANCE: To Surplus One (1) Vehicle from the Fire Department. (Sponsored By:
Councilor Boles)
ORDINANCE BOOK 2015, PAGE 020
Councilor Boles made a motion to adopt the Ordinance and Councilor Starnes seconded the
motion. By point of order, it is necessary that the council rules be suspended if immediate
action is to be considered. Councilor Brown made a motion to suspend the rules and Council
President Pro Tempore Striplin seconded the motion. The rules were suspended (7-0). There
being no discussion, the Ordinance was adopted with the following results:
AYES : STRIPLIN, WOOD, BROWN,
STARNES, WHITESIDE, BOLES,
BOONE 7
NAYS : NONE 0
ABSTAINED : NONE 0
ABSENT : NONE
COMMENTS FROM PERSONS PRESENT:
Mr. Bailey, 487 Pinecrest Street, addressed the City Council regarding neighbors dumping
debris near his driveway causing a hole. This has been an issue in the past and continues to be
an issue this year. Council President Wood thanked Mr. Bailey for his comments and
concerns and noted that the Mayor and Councilor Boles will take this matter under
consideration.
CLOSING COMMENTS:
Council President Wood congratulated Gene Hall on recognition for his many years of service
to the City of Prattville and congratulated the new police officers. Council President Wood
thanked all city employees, the Mayor, and Councilors for their continued efforts and
encouraged the Council to continue to meet with their committees.
ADJOURN:
There being no further business to come before the council, Councilor Boles made a motion to
adjourn and Councilor Boone seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned (7-0) at 6:33 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Cathy Dickerson
City Clerk
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Willie L. Wood, Jr., President
Prattville City Council