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Home My WebLink About06-11-1990 Regular Meeting1104 STATE OF ALABAMA X COUNTY OF BALDWIN Z The City Council, City of Fairhope, met in regular session at 5:30 pm; Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber; 161 North Section Street; Fairhope, Alabama 36532; on Monday, 11 June 1990. Present were Councilmembers Roy C. White, Jeanette Puckett, David E. Bishop, and Michael A. Ford; City Attorney Marion Wynne and City Clerk Evelyn P. Phillips. Mayor James P. Nix and Councilman Barney L. Shull were absent. Mayor Pro Temp Michael A. Ford presided in the absence of Mayor Nix. There being a quorum present, Mayor Pro Temp Ford called the meeting to order. Councilwoman Puckett moved to approve the minutes of the 29 May 1990 regular session and the 7 June 1990 special session. Seconded by Councilman Bishop, motion passed unanimously. Council reviewed a written proposal from Theatre 98 concerning their current lease of the building located on the corner of Church Street and Morphy Avenue. This lease will expire on 31 May 1991. The proposal offered several changes to be considered when it comes time to renew the lease. A large delegation from the Theatre group was present and a lengthy discussion ensued. Councilman White moved to table the proposal until the next regular Council meeting to give the City Attorney time to review the lease and the suggested changes and make a recommendation at that time. Seconded by Councilwoman Puckett, motion passed unanimously. Councilman White asked to discuss the 1.5 mil Fire Tax, on the Agenda as Item #8, at this time. No one objected. Councilman White introduced, and moved for the adoption of, the following resolution. Seconded by Councilman Bishop, motion passed unanimously: RESOLUTION NO. 310-90 WHEREAS, the Alabama Legislature has placed a 1.5 mil Fire Tax question on an upcoming election to be voted upon by residents of Baldwin County; and WHEREAS, this tax will be imposed on all Baldwin County property owners, the revenues to be distributed to all Baldwin County Fire Departments, this will double tax those Baldwin County property owners in each Baldwin County municipality; and WHEREAS, while not opposed to a tax for this purpose,but 11 June 1990 1105 being opposed to its aspect of double taxation on municipal residents and its plan of distribution of the revenues; and, in accord with the same opposition by the Baldwin County Mayors Association; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, that we hereby go on re- cord as opposed to the 1.5 mil Fire Tax referendum question and urge all Baldwin County Municipal residents to vote "No" on this question. ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF JUNE, 1990. Michael A. Ford, Mayor Pro Temp zvd,(? City C rk Mr. Bob Andrews of Sunshine Canoes Company, Mobile, addressed Council concerning his proposal to rent canoes at the Municipal Pier. Mr. Andrews said he would provide and require renters to wear life vests, the renters would be restricted to a specified area (away from swimmers), someone would be present to enfore the restriction, he would furnish proof of his liability insurance, and he would sign a hold -harmless agreement. After more discussion, Councilman White moved to authorize Mayor Nix to execute an agreement between Mr. Andrews and the City after Mr. Andrews and City Attorney Wynne confer and an agreement, meeting Mr. Wynne's requirements, can be prepared for signature. Seconded by Councilman Bishop, motion passed unanimously. Councilman White introduced, and moved for the adoption of,the following resolution. Seconded by Councilwoman Puckett, motion passed unanimously: (Res. No. 311-90 on next page...) 11 June 1990 110.E CDBG RESOLUTION NO. WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope has identified and documented the critical deficiencies in the storm drainage network that exists in specified areas of the City, and WHEREAS, although the areas have had extensive problems in the past, the excessive rainfall amounts experienced during the early spring have caused undue local expenses and hardships to area residents, and WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope recognizes its responsibility to make improvements in these areas that will eliminate street, yard and home flooding that presently occurs during times of heavy rain, and WHEREAS, the critical nature and severity of the need makes the require,d improvements as the top priority for municipal action, and WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope is prepared to make a substantial contribution to eliminate the existing problems in the way of manpower equipment dedication and cash. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fairhope, Alabama as follows: •• SECTION 1. That the City of Fairhopo• make application to the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs for a Community Development Block Grant in the amount of $218,000.00 to provide partial financing to make needed drainage and street improvements to specific areas in the southeast area of Fairhope. SECTION 2. That the City of Fairhope hereby commits in -kind labor, equipment use and other services to be documented to total no less than $162,350.00 to be used for project implementation. SECTION 3. That the City of Fairhope hereby commits local cash funds in the amount of no less than $27,123.00 to be used for proposed project implementation. SECTION 4. That James P. Nix, in his capacity as Mayor, is hereby authorized and directed to execute said grant application as required, and take such other steps as may be necessary to submit the same for funding consideration. PASSED, ADOPTED AND APPROVED THIS 11TH DAY OF_JUNE, 199 . Mic ae A. or , Mayor ro Tem Attest: City Cl 11 June 1990 1107 Councilwoman Puckett introduced, and moved for the adoption of, the following resolution. Seconded by Councilman White, motion passed unanimously: RESOLUTION NO. 312-90 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, That Mr. Lang Floyd is hereby appointed a Special Prosecutor only on Case #90-0122, City vs. Bangos, Fairhope Municipal Court. ADOPTED THIS 11TH DAY OF JUNE, 1990. Michael A. Ford, Mayor Pro Temp City Clk Council took the following action on bids: FOR FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS VENDOR AMOUNT DELIVERY Vitale Fireworks New Castle, Pa $5,995 20 days Southern Intl Firewrks Marietta, Ga $4,499 As per specs It is suggested to reject all bids as shipping cannot be guaranteed.--W.Smith, Purch. Agt. Councilman Bishop moved to reject all bids and authorize the purchasing agent to negotiate. Seconded by Councilwoman Puckett, motion passed unanimously. FOR FUEL SUPPLY - ALL DEPARTMENTS Vendor Fletcher Oil Co Eight Mile Merritt Oil Co Mobile Radcliff Marine Mobile Amount Delivery Gas $0.6980/gal 12 hrs Diesel$0.5097/gal " Gas (No Bid) Diesel$0.6150/gal 24 hrs Gas $0.7660/gal Diesel$0.5290/gal 24 hrs It is suggested to accept the low bids by Fletcher on both gas and diesel.--W.Smith, Purch. Agt. 11 June 1990 1108 Councilman White moved to accept the low bids by Fletcher Oil Company provided all specifications are met. Seconded by Councilwoman Puckett, motion passed unanimously. FOR CORROSION CONTROL PROGRAM - W&S DEPT Vendor Amount Delivery Betz Entec, Inc Slidell, La $0.82/gal 14 days It is suggested to accept this bid even though it is only bid received.--W.Smith, Purch Agt --M. Rejczyk, W$S Supt. Councilwoman Puckett moved to accept the bid by Betz Entec provided all specifications are met. Seconded by Councilman Bishop, motion passed unanimously. FOR TWO GARBAGE TRUCKS Vendor Moyer Ford Foley 60 mon/LP 1st Alt 60 mon/LP 2nd Alt 60 mon/LP Gulf City Body Mobile LP Ingram Equip B'ham 60 mon/LP Ward Int'l Mobile 60 mon/LP Amount/2 trks Delivery $113,890.00 $2,291.35/mo 90 days $105,506.00 $2,122.68/mo " $10831012.00 $2,173.09/mo " $116,635.66 No Bid 60-75 days $114,129.66 $2,347.65/mo 60-150 days $122,513.66 $2,494.34/mo 60-75 days It is suggested to accept the bid by Ward International as it is the only bid to meet specifications for time of delivery, chassis, and hopper size. --P.Rutherford,GenSupt--T.Kant,Supt,--W.Smith, PurAgt Councilman White moved to accept the lowest bid meeting specifications. Seconded by Councilwoman Puckett, motion passed unanimously. Mayor Pro Tem Ford opened the floor for the following nominations: 11 June 1990 1109 INDUSTRIAL BOARD Councilman Bishop nominated Bobbye Thomas for a 6-year term. There being no other nominations, Councilwoman Puckett moved to close the nominations and appoint Ms. Thomas by acclamation. Seconded by Councilman White, motion passed unanimously. AIRPORT BOARD Councilwoman Puckett nominated Andrew Huggins for a 2-year term. There being no other nominations, Councilman White moved to close the nominations and appoint Mr. Huggins by acclamation. Seconded by Councilwoman Puckett, motion carried to appoint Mr. Huggins by the following vote: AYE - White, Ford, and Puckett. NAY - none. ABSTAIN - Bishop. (Council agreed this appointment will stand unless Attorney Wynne determines that three affirmative votes are not legal.) Councilman Bishop moved to pay bills as presented. Seconded by Councilman White, motion passed unanimously. Mayor Pro Tem Ford asked everyone to remember Councilman Shull in prayer as he is seriously ill. Meeting was duly adjourned at 7:03 pm. Michael A. Ford, Mayor Pro Tem O City Coerk