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Home My WebLink About05-28-2002 Regular MeetingSTATE OF ALABAMA X 2897 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 Tuesday, 28 May 2002. Present were Mayor Timothy M. Kant, Councilmembers: Robert C. Gentle, Michael A. Ford, Debbie W. Quinn, Pauline Anders, and Cecil Christenberry; and City Clerk Geniece W. Johnson. City Attorney Marion E. Wynne was absent. There being a quorum present, Mayor Kant called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and Pastor Wallace H. Robinson of Fairhope Christian Church, gave the invocation. Councilmember Quinn moved to approve minutes of the 13 May 2002, regular meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. William Payne Chairperson of the Fairhope Industrial Development Board, reported to the City Council the various projects that the Industrial Development Board has recently worked on. Mr. Payne also gave the Industrial Development Board's new Mission Statement: The mission of the Fairhope Economic Development Board is to promote improvement of the quality of life for the residents of the Fairhope area by facilitating environmentally sound economic diversification. The Industrial Development Board operates under the Code of Alabama § 11- 54-80. Lance LaCour, with the Baldwin County Economic Development and Alliance, addressed the City Council stating that the BCEDA is responsible for marketing all of Baldwin County as a whole, and marketing Fairhope. Mr. LaCour stated that light industries are targeted for Fairhope Following the Industrial Development Board Report, Councilmember Anders moved to reappoint Lonnie Pardue and Rusty Winfree to serve a 6-year term each on the Industrial Development Board. Seconded By Councilmember Christenberry, motion passed unanimously. 28 May 2002 2898 Councilmember Gentle introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1149. An Ordinance to amending Ordinance No. 606 to allow the Mayor to create a sidewalk committee to review and approve requests to use sidewalks in the Central Business District. In order to take immediate action, Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Gentle then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1149. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE - Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders and Christenberry. NAY -none. A Resolution authorizing the City of Fairhope to appoint a Board of Directors to evaluate proposals for an Alabama Artist's Museum was withdrawn. Mayor Kant stated that several City Council members would like more information before making a decision on what to do with the Old Police Department Building, located at 24 North Section Street. Mayor Kant stated that results of a survey that was conducted a year ago revealed that the majority of the citizens wanted a museum placed at this location. The survey did not specify whether the citizens wanted an art or historic museum. Mayor Kant further stated that the City Council is trying to look at all options for this location. Mayor Kant stated that for the next 30 to 60 days the citizens are encouraged to present their request/concerns in writing or call the City Council members. The City Council can then make a decision to benefit the whole community not just one person. Mayor Kant also stated that another proposal for the old jail was received. A citizen proposed to donate $100,000.00 to the City if the jail was converted to a children's learning center. Councilmember Gentle moved to un-table the request to authorize Mayor Kant to sign an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Softec Computers Inc., to install six (6) web cams. (Tabled on 4/22/02). Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Quinn and Councilmember Gentle were appointed to research this request. Councilmember Quinn reported, and recommended placing one web cam at the top of the bluff overlooking the Municipal Pier. The site from the web cam will be placed on the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce and Alabama Live web sites only. At this time the committee does not recommend placing 5 (five) other cams around town. Councilmember Quinn stated that a cam is already installed at Page & Palette Book Store, overlooking Section Street. The Page & Palette cam is installed on private property, and there may be other cams installed around town on private properties in the future. The City cannot do anything about cams being installed on private properties. 28 May 2002 2899 After discussion, Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 836-02 WHEREAS, Tommy Rachel with Softec addressed the City Council on 22 April 2002 requesting authorization for Mayor Kant to sign an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Softec Computers Inc., to install six (6) web cams; and, WHEREAS, Mr. Rachel proposal was to place four of the six web cams at the intersection of Fairhope Avenue and Section Street. The web cams will be installed to provide East, West, North and South views of the intersection. The fifth camera will be installed on the bluff overlooking the pier; and, WHEREAS, The service, equipment and installation will be at no cost to the City, and the City's logo will be on all web cam pictures. WHEREAS, This request was discussed and tabled at the regular City Council meeting on 22 April 2002, until more information was provided. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, THAT Mayor Timothy M. Kant, is hereby authorized to execute a contract between the City of Fairhope and Softec Computers Inc., Foley, Alabama to install one (1) Web Cams at the top of the bluff overlooking the Municipal Pier. DULY ADOPTED THIS 28th DAY OF May , 2002. c w 'Ji thy M. I ant Mayor Attest Geniece W. Johnson, Jerk 28 May 2002 2900 Larry Smith addressed the City Council requesting permission to sell Baldwin County fruits and vegetables on Church Street on Fridays and Saturdays. Mayor Kant appointed Christopher Browning, Police Chief, Jennifer Fidler, Public Work Director, and James Gillespie, Meter Department Superintendent, to work out the details of Mr. Smith's request, and make the final decision. This will not come back before the City Council for final decision. Councilmember Gentle moved to update the Volunteer Fire Department Roster by adding: Bill Bulman, Tommy Bozeman, David McAuley and Scott Claycomb and by deleting: Mike Odom, Jim Salac, Tommy McDonald, Chad Kelly, Jimmy Cantrell, Dodson Brown, Stoney Weaver, Doug Brown, and Mark Smith. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Quinn moved to update the Police Reserve Roster by adding: Chris Boyington. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Ford moved to add a report by Jennifer Fidler on the cats and dogs of Fairhope. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. Jennifer Fidler, Public Works Director, reported that the City of Fairhope is currently experiencing a problem with wild dogs running through the gullies. Ms. Fidler stated that every effort to contain the dogs is being put in place, and encouraged the residents to continue to call and report when wild dogs are sited. Ms. Fidler reported the following information from the Animal Shelter since January 2002: • 218 Total animals has been picked up • 139 dogs were picked up • 79 cats were picked up • 100 plus wild dogs has been picked up Ms. Fidler encouraged the residents to keep their cats inside from harms reach of the wild dogs, and encouraged the residents to participate in a spay and neuter program. Councilmember Anders moved to add the bid for following bid for Triplex #4/0 AL Sweetbriar Strandseal Wire. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously. 28 May 2002 Identification: PRIMARY/SECONDARY WIRE & CONDUCTOR Bids received by: April 30, 2002 at: 4.00 p.m. The City of Fairhope Annual Bid for Primary/Secondary Wire and Conductor. Annual Bid: TRIPLEX #4/0 AL SWEETBRIAR STRANDSEAL WIRE 2901 VENDOR: PRICE: DELIVERY: GRAYBAR ELECTRIC CO., Mobile, AL $1.15 ft. 8-Weeks MATHES OF ALABAMA, Daphne, AL NO BID MAGNOLIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY, Fairhope, AL NO RESPONSE UTILITY POWER, INC., Fairhope, AL $1.235 ft. 14-Days MAYER ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO., Dothan, AL SPECIFICATIONS NOT MET (5,000 — 20, 000ft. minimum) 15-30 Working Days STEWART C. IRBY CO., Pensacola, FL NO RESPONSE HUGHES SUPPLY, INC., Pensacola, FL $1.099 ft. In Stock CAPSTONE/GRESCO UTILITY, Dothan, AL SPECIFICATIONS NOT MET It is advised to accept the low bid of HUGHES SUPPLY, INC., Pensacola, FL, with specifications being met. Aaron Norris, Richard Hice, Wayne Smith, Electrical Dept. Supt. Finance Director Purchasing Agent 28 May 2002 Q1J Councilmember Ford moved to accept the low bid of Hughes Supply, Inc., Pensacola, Florida, for Triplex #4/0 AL Sweetbriar Strandseal Wire, provided all specifications are met. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. There being no further business to come before the City Council the meeting was duly adjourned at 6:11 p.m. (- t." jam-. Tim y M. ant Mayor Geniece W. Johnson, Ci erk