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STATE OF ALABAMA X
COUNTY OF BALDWIN X
The City Council, City of Fairhope, met in regular session at
5:30 p.m.; Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber;
161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532; on
Monday 25 September 2000.
Present were Mayor James P. Nix, Councilmember: John V. Duck,
Michael A. Ford, Debbie W. Quinn, Jeanette Puckett, and William H. Jones;
City Attorney Marion E. Wynne and City Clerk Geniece W. Johnson. No one
was absent.
There being a quorum present, Mayor Nix called the meeting to order.
Councilmember Duck moved to approve minutes of the 11 September 2000 ,
regular meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed
unanimously.
City of Robertsdale Mayor Charles Murphy presented Mayor Nix, a
native of Robertsdale, with a plaque for his 28 years of service.
A public hearing was held at the last regular City Council meeting to zone
Shirley Ann Bosby's property from R1-Single Family Residential to 134-General
Business, located on the West side of Greeno Road just North of the Biscuit
King. Councilmember Quinn moved to table this proposed ordinance until the
new Comprehensive Plan was approved. The proposed ordinance was
introduced at the last regular council meeting and was up for final consideration.
After further discussion Councilmember Quinn amended her motion to
reconsider the proposed ordinance after the adoption of the new
Comprehensive Plan. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed by
the following vote: AYE -Duck, Ford, Quinn, Nix, Puckett, and Jones. NAY -
none.
Councilmember Puckett introduced in writing, and moved for the
adoption of the following resolution. Seconded by Councilmember Jones,
motion passed unanimously.
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RESOLUTION NO. 714-00
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 247-88 authorized an advance to Quail Creek Municipal
Golf Course funds up to a maximum of $250,000.00.
WHEREAS, these funds were to be repaid on a 60 month payment schedule at an
interest rate of 9.17 percent.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA is hereby advised by the City Auditors (HBK) to make a
Capital Contribution to the Golf Fund from the Gas Fund for Fiscal year 1999-2000, in
order to zero this account.
ADOPTED THIS 25 OF SEPTEMBER, 2000.
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a es P. Nix, Mayor
Attest:
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GenW. Johnson, City k
Councilmember Jones introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution. Seconded by Councilmember Duck, motion passed
unanimously.
Resolution No. 715-00
WHEREAS, the current Leasee (Leo H. Smith) of Quail Creek Golf course Snack Bar entered into an
agreement on 28 February 2000 to lease the beverage cart; and,
WHEREAS, the beverage cart is only used once or twice a week and during tournaments, and is a vital
tool to enhance tournaments and special events; and,
WHEREAS, the card provides a convenience to the golfers, but is not a real revenue producer for the
snack bar; and,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA,
that Mayor James P. Nix is hereby authorized to cancel the lease agreement between the City and Leo H.
Smith to operate the Beverage Cart, effective 1 October 2000.
Adopted this the 25' Day September , 2000. ,
J mes P. Nix, Mayor
Attest:
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Geniece W. Johnson, City r
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Several residents of Country Woods Subdivision addressed the City
Council with questions regarding a Change Order request #1 by Brown
Brothers, increasing the contract by $16,200.00, for the Country Woods Sewer
Assessment. The residents questioned the cost of the following items:
Hauling and Disposal of Clearing $6,000.00
Solid Sod Overrun 1100 sy @ $6.00 sy $6,600.00
Electric Service -Riviera Utilities cost for Pump Station $3,600.00
After discussion, Councilmember Puckett moved to table the Change order until
next regular meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Jones, motion passed
unanimously.
Councilmember Jones moved to approve the Change Order request # 2
by Carter's Contracting Service, Inc., increasing the contract by $8,000.00, for
Pier Street Boat Ramp. Seconded by Councilmember Duck, motion passed
unanimously.
Mayor Nix nominated Tommy Faust Sr. to serve on the Medical Clinic
Board North to replace Thad Ingram (resigned). This will be a six year term.
Councilmember Duck moved to approve the appointment of Mr. Faust.
Seconded by Councilmember Puckett, motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Ford nominated and moved to appoint Jackie Frodsham
to the Tree Committee to replace Joyce Stowe (deceased). This will be a four
year term. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously.
City Council addressed the request of C. Wayne Laudermilch. Mr.
Laudermilch requested permission of the residents of Boise Lane to re -pave
the lane from asphalt to either stamped concrete, stamped asphalt, brick or
pavers. The City of Fairhope will only be responsible for the removal of the
existing asphalt and prepare the road way for re -paving with the
aforementioned materials. The cost of the materials and installation will be
assumed by the residents (one or more) of Boise Lane. Mr. Laudermilch also
requested permission to install decorative gas lamps. Tim Kant explained that
the City would not have to maintain this lane, but the lane would remain a public
lane. Councilmember Duck moved to grant the request. Seconded by
Councilmember Jones, motion passed unanimously.
Vickie Watterson, with the Baldwin County Trailblazers, invited the
Council to join the children, parents, and other caregivers for "Walk Your Child
to School Day" on Wednesday, 4 October 2000 at 7:00 a.m. This is a joint
project of the Baldwin County Board of Education and the Baldwin County
Trailblazers.
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The reasons for this mission walk and riding bikes to school are:
• to teach our children safe walking and biking skills
• to identify safe routes from home to school
• to pinpoint needed sidewalk additions and improvements
• to include physical fitness in our daily routines
• to reduce traffic and improve air quality
• to share valuable time with our children
Ms. Watterson also congratulated Mayor Nix on his retirement.
Councilmember Duck moved to address item(s) not on the printed
agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Puckett, motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Nix nominated to appoint Bob Clark to serve on the Planning and
Zoning Commission to replace Thad Ingram (resigned). This nomination was
made at the advise of Mayor -elect Tim Kant. This will be a six year term.
Councilmember Jones moved to approve the appointment of Mr. Clark.
Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Quinn nominated and moved to appoint Martin Lanaux
to the Library Board. This will be a five year term. Seconded by
Councilmember Jones, motion passed unanimously.
Mayor Nix announced that Governor Siegelman proclaimed October 1
through October 7, 2000 as Public Power Week in the State of Alabama in
order to honor public power electric utility systems in Alabama and the
consumer -owners, policy makers and employees who work together to provide
the best possible electric service.
Mayor Nix presented a plaque to Councilmembers: Puckett, Jones and
Duck for their years served on the City Council.
Councilmember Puckett announced that the City's new Animal Shelter's
ribbon cutting will take place 26 September 2000, at 10:00 a.m.
Councilmember Ford presented Mayor Nix with a certificate for a custom
alligator belt from the City Council.
Councilmember Puckett and Councilmember Duck thanked the City
Council for supporting them, and congratulated Mayor Nix on his retirement.
There being no further business to Tme before the City Council the
meeting was duly adjourned at 6:07 P.M. -%
P. Nix, Mayor
Geniece W. Johnson