HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-24-2002 Regular MeetingSTATE OF ALABAMA )( 2907
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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, 24 June 2002.
Present were Mayor Timothy M. Kant, Councilmembers: Robert C. Gentle,
Michael A. Ford, Debbie W. Quinn, Pauline Anders, and Cecil Christenberry; City
Attorney Marion E. Wynne, and City Clerk Geniece W. Johnson. No one was absent.
There being a quorum present, Mayor Kant called the meeting to order. The
Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and Wayne Smith, Purchasing Agent, gave the
invocation. Councilmember Christenberry moved to approve minutes of the 10 June
2002, regular meeting with one correction. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle,
motion passed unanimously.
**Correction to the June 10, 2002, minutes:
Over 150 citizens attended the City Council meeting to witness the City
Council's final decision on the Alabama Art Collection. Mayor Kant thanked the
citizens for attending this meeting, and thanked the citizens for voicing their opinions
and concerns about the Alabama Art Collection. Mayor Kant stated that this was not
a public hearing. Mayor Kant further stated that we should keep Fairhope, Fairhope
and support the Fairhope artists, and if someone donated something to the City they
should not expect something in return. Mayor Kant also stated that after contacting
The Alabama League of Municipalities on the proposal to provide space to an artist,
and in lieu of paying rent the artist would donate art work to the City, a person at the
League advised that there are too many unknown facts, and recommended getting an
Attorney General's Opinion on this proposal.
** End of Correction to the June 10, 2002, minutes.
Councilmember Christenberry requested for the record his Old Jail Committee
Understandings:
Understanding # 1 July 23, 2001 (Agenda Item # 8)
Mayor Kant appointed the Old Jail Committee with the stated
purpose of "looking into the future of the old police building"
Bob Gentle, Chairman
Pauline Anders
Mike Ford
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Understanding # 2 April 8, 2002, (Agenda item # 17)
The Old Jail Committee, with a letter written by Mrs. Anders,
requested the possible use of the old jail as an Art Museum,
Artists Residence/Studio. Also requested the authorization of
Mayor Kant to enter into negotiations with Nall on securing
Alabama Art Collection to be a part of the museum for the
possibility of using the old jail as an Art Museum, Artist
Residence/Studio. Motion passed unanimously.
Mayor appointed Pauline Anders to get someone from the
Eastern Shore Art Center and from the Fairhope Historical
Museum to work together to ensure that the endeavor with Nall
will not hurt the Eastern Shore Art Center and the Fairhope
Historical Museum.
Understanding # 3 May 28, 2002 (Agenda item #4)
A Resolution authorizing the City of Fairhope to appoint a
Board of Directors to evaluate proposals for an Alabama
Artist's Museum was withdrawn. The citizens committee
never received the authorization of our City Council.
Understanding # 4 Councilmember Christenberry's motion at the June 10, 2002,
meeting brought the City Council back to the business of
running the City as elected officials. This motion passed by the
vote of 5-1, so we now can get to work on business at hand.
Councilmember Anders requested for the record that she was offended that it
was stated that this was never an official committee.
Councilmember Gentle introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution. Seconded by Councilmember Christenberry, motion passed
unanimously.
See Resolution No. 838-02 on next page
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Resolution No. 838-02
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Timothy M. Kant is hereby authorized to
execute an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Hutchinson, Moore &
Rauch, LLC to provide Expert Witness Services at the following estimated fees:
Task 1: Site Inspection $5,850.00
Task 2: Inspection of Documents $9,760.00
Task 3: Expert Witness Report $12,130.00
Task 4: Deposition and Trail Testimony Hourly, $150.00 per hour
DULY ADOPTED THIS 241h DAY OF June , 2002.
4TihyM. ant, ayor
Attest
Geniece W. Johnson, y
Councilmember Gentle moved to grant Change Order request # 2, by James
Brothers Excavating, Inc., increasing the contract by $2,996.50, for the Quail Creek
Entrance Resurfacing Project. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed
unanimously.
Councilmember Ford moved to grant the request of South Alabama British
Car Club, requesting permission to conduct their Twelfth Annual British Car Festival
at Fairhope Beach Park on Saturday, October 5, 2002. This event will be held from
7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed
unanimously.
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Farther Patrick Dunn addressed the City Council requesting the City Council
to pass a resolution causing each Councilmember to fast from the eating of mullet for
one year as a teaching example to the public. After discussion, Councilmember
Gentle introduced, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution. Seconded
by Councilmember Quinn. After further discussion, Councilmember Gentle amended
his motion to the following:
• To pass a resolution causing each Councilmember to fast from the eating of
mullet, but no time limit will be placed on the fasting period.
• To contact the Federal and State authorities regarding this issue
Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously.
Resolution No. 389-02 on next page
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Resolution No. 389-02
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WHEREAS, Farther Patrick Dunn addressed the City Council requesting the City
Council to pass a resolution causing each Councilmember to fast from the eating of
mullet for one year as a teaching example to the public.
WHEREAS, Farther Dunn read the following from a story about the mullet fish:
For us to do our job we need your help. You can help us best by removing your nets from us for a
while and fast from us for a while and fast from out flesh. If you find that you are too weak to fast,
then take what you need of us using cast nets only. If you can do this, I can make you some promise:
1. The value of your shore lands will increase.
2. Safety of waterfront enjoyments will increase.
3. Aquaculture will increase
4. Clean oyster availability will increase (in due time)
5. Mercury levels in mullet eaters of the sea possibly will decrease
6. Health department anxieties will decrease
7. Seafood allergies may probably decrease
8. Children will experience the odor of fresh salt air
9. All salt water industries will improve in the long run
10. Emerald shores will return
11. The tarpon (Ala. State Fish, 1956) will return. (He likes clear water and mullet, and oyster
beds.
12. Mullet will be adopted by the U.S. Department of Energy due to the tremendous biomass
energy potential of detritus.
The above list will continue to grow because of the promise of a fish, and we will live ever
happily after.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, BALDWIN COUNTY, ALABAMA, that Mayor Timothy M.
Kant is hereby authorized to cause each Councilmember to fast from the eating of
mullet, but with no time limit placed on the fasting period, and authorized to contact
the Federal and State authorities regarding this issue
Adopted this 241h day of June , 2002.
Ti HhyM.
nt, Aayor
Attest:
Geniece W. Johnson, jity Clerk
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Mr. Harry Phillips, Chairman of the Environmental Committee, addressed the
City Council reporting the highlights of the Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board
activities through June 2002. The FEAB's focus is on on -going environmental issues
of prime concern to the Mayor and City Council, the Planning and Zoning Board and
of interest to the citizens of our city. These are:
• Storm Water Runoff and Soil Erosion
• Sanitary Sewer and Septic Systems
• Air Quality Issues and Awareness
• Water Resources and Quality
• Community Activities
• Public Issue Response Activities
Councilmember Gentle exited the Council Chambers at 6:15 p.m. and
returned at 6:15 p.m.
Councilmember Christenberry granted Mayor Kant's request to authorize
conducting a monthly City Council Update Meeting on the 3rd Friday of each month
at 8:30 a.m., in the City Hall Conference Room. This meeting will last one hour and
a half. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Ford moved to reschedule City Council Meeting from
Monday, July 8, 2002, to Wednesday, July 10, 2002, due to the Electric Cities
Meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously.
Identification: FENCE & GATES — 560 S. SECTION ST.
Bids to be opened on: June 13, 2002
at: 10:00 a.m.
VENDOR:
TOTAL PRICE:
DELIVERY:
MOBILE FENCE CO., Mobile, AL
$12,545.75
10-Da s
CONSOLIDATED FENCE CO., Daphne, AL
$12,926.25
15-Da s
HAGAN FENCE CO., Mobile, AL
GATLIN FENCE CO., Stapleton, AL
BALDWIN COUNTY FENCE CO. Daphne, AL
GULF COAST FENCE SYSTEMS, Daphne, AL
MOBILE FENCE CO., Mobile, AL
It is recommended to accept the low bid of MOBILE FENCE CO., Mobile, AL with all specifications being met.
Tommy Long, Richard Hice, Wayne Smith,
General Supt. Finance Director Purchasing Agent
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Breakdown pricing for fencing and -gate:
CONSOLIDATED FENCE CO., Daphne, AL
PRICE PER LINEAR FOOT (6 foot, 9-gauge wire): $8.75 per linear ft. (995-linear ft.)
PRICE PER LINEAR FOOT (8 foot high wood fence): $20.00 per linear ft. (171-linear ft.)
INSTALLATION OF ONE 16-foot GATE: $800.00
TOTAL PRICE: $12,926.25
MOBILE FENCE CO., Mobile, AL
PRICE PER LINEAR FOOT (6 foot, 9-gauge wire): $8.45 per linear ft. (995-linear ft.)
PRICE PER LINEAR FOOT (8 foot high wood fence): $18.00 per linear ft. (171-linear ft.)
INSTALLATION OF ONE 16-foot GATE: $1,060.00
TOTAL PRICE: $12,545.75
Per Tommy Long, General Superintendent:
Tommy Long met with two vendors; Consolidated Fence Co. & Mobile Fence Co. Mr. Long showed each vendor
the area to be fenced. Mr. Long asked that they figure the fencing per linear foot. Both vendors did so but one,
Mobile Fence, figured incorrectly. The amounts were recalculated and the pricing on the bid tabulation reflects
figures per linear foot.
I asked Tommy Long, General Superintendent, to be present at the council meeting if there were any questions.
Wayne Smith, Purchasing Agent
Councilmember Gentle moved to accept the low bid of Mobile Fence
Company, Mobile, Alabama, provided all specifications are met. Seconded by
Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously.
There being no further business to come before the City Council the meeting
was duly adjourned at 6:36 p.m.
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Ti thy M. ant ayor
Geniece W. Johnson, C e