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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-26-2004 Regular MeetingMM 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, 26 April 2004. Present were Mayor Timothy M. Kant, Councilmembers: Robert C. Gentle, Michael A. Ford, Debbie W. Quinn, Pauline Anders, and Cecil Christenberry; City Clerk/Treasurer 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 Deacon George Yeend with St. Lawrence Catholic Church, gave the invocation. Councilmember Quinn moved to approve minutes of the 12 April 2004, regular meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Anders introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1202, an ordinance annexing the property of the City of Fairhope, located next to the H. L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport on County Road 32, Fairhope, Alabama, (Former owners Fred Burmeister — Tract 1) 3.34 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Gentle moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1202. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Gentle introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1203, an ordinance annexing the property of the City of Fairhope, located next to the H. L. "Sonny" Callahan Airport on County Road 32, Fairhope, Alabama, (Former owners Estate of Ada Bishop, deceased, James C. Bishop, Clayton Bishop and Ruby Rohm — Tract 6) 9.30 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Christenberry, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Anders then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1203. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE - Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. 3299 26 April 2004 Councilmember Ford introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1204, an ordinance annexing the property of the City of Fairhope, located next to the Public Works Building (Current landfill) 7.7 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, 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. 1204. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Anders introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1205, an ordinance annexing the property of the City of Fairhope, located next to the Public Works Building (Dirt Pit) 8.5 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Gentle moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn so moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1205. Seconded by Councilmember Christenberry, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Christenberry introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1206, an ordinance annexing the property of A. Wesley Stapleton, located at 9814 State Highway 104, Fairhope, Alabama, contains 4.16 acres more or less and .53 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Quinn 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 Quinn so moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1206. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE - Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Ford introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1207, an ordinance annexing the property of Alfred Curtis Bosby and Linda Susan Bosby, located at 19055 Ingleside Drive, Fairhope, Alabama, 3 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Gentle moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1207. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. 3300 26 April 2004 Councilmember Ford introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1208, an ordinance annexing the property of Kathleen D. Byrd, located at 9370 Mosley Road, Fairhope, Alabama, .76 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Gentle moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, 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. 1208. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Anders introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1209, an ordinance annexing the property of John Patterson Fitzhugh and Robin Pearson Fitzhugh, located at 7069 Windmere Place, Fairhope, Alabama, .46 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Quinn moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1209. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1210, an ordinance annexing the property of Arthur J. Holder and Marilyn L. Holder, located at 23588 Main Street, Montrose, Alabama, .60 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1210. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1211, an ordinance annexing the property of Diane L. Mace, located at 6965 Oak Lane (This address is lot 2 only), Montrose, Alabama, Lot # 1 .45 acres more or less and Lot 3 .46 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Gentle moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Anders then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1211. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE - Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. 3301 26 April 2004 Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1212, an ordinance annexing the property of Henry Crawford and Joann S. Crawford, located at 23297A Main Street, Montrose, Alabama, Parcel # 1 034.000, 3.15 acres more or less, Parcel # 2 033.00 2.07 acres more or less and Parcel # 3 032.001 1.01 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Christenberry so moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1212. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE - Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Gentle introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1213, an ordinance annexing the property of Frank L. Parker and Diana B. Parker, located at 22853 Clearwater Circle, Fairhope, Alabama, .17 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Anders then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1213. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1214, an ordinance annexing the property of Dick S. Smith and Pat S. Copeland Smith, located at 105 Alsway Court, Fairhope, Alabama, .39 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Anders then moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1214. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing Ordinance No. 1215, an ordinance annexing the property of Ferd Carl Zundel and Sue A. Zundel, located at 107 Alsway Court, Fairhope, Alabama, .53 acres more or less. In order to take immediate action Councilmember Anders moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion for immediate consideration passed unanimously by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Councilmember Quinn so moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1215. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion for final adoption passed unanimously by the following vote: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Quinn, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. 3302 26 April 2004 Councilmember Gentle introduced in writing an ordinance to annex Point Clear Holding Inc. (Grand Hotel), located at 17855 Scenic Highway 98, Fairhope, Alabama, 550 acres more or less. This proposed ordinance will be held over until details pertaining to zoning and resort tax are worked out. Councilmember Ford introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution amending Resolution No. 1004-04 Moratorium on Annexation to allow Point Clear Holdings, Inc. to be exempt from the moratorium and to be considered for annexation. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 1027-04 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1004-04 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Fairhope, Alabama, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Alabama (the "City"), currently considers annexation petitions on a quarterly basis, and more specifically at the second meeting of the City Council of the City during the months of January, April, July and October of each year; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City adopted Resolution No. 1004-04, which places a moratorium on annexations effective May 1, 2004 through January 1, 2005; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 1004-04 was adopted in anticipation of the upcoming municipal election as well as any necessary run-off election; and WHEREAS, Point Clear Holdings, Inc. ("PCH") submitted a petition for annexation on April 12, 2004 (the "Annexation Petition"), which is set to be heard at the April 26, 2004 City Council meeting; and WHEREAS, neither the real property that is the subject of the Annexation Petition nor any part or portion thereof constitutes the residence of any individual; and WHEREAS, in light of the fact that no residents, and thus no potential voters, reside on the real property that is the subject of the Annexation Petition, the concern of obtaining preclearance under Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act from the United States Department of Justice for this potential annexation which necessitated Resolution No. 1004-04 is not present; and WHEREAS, neither PCH nor the City is in a position to move forward on the Annexation Petition at the City Council's April 26, 2004 meeting. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City, that Resolution No. 1004-04 is hereby amended to permit the Annexation Petition to be exempt from the moratorium and to be considered and potentially approved at any of the City Council's 2004 meetings. Adopted and approved this 261h day of April 2004 • �e aTimoty M. Ka t, Ma or ATT T: Geniece W. Johnson, Ci er reasurer 3303 26 April 2004 Councilmember Christenberry introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution authorizing Mayor Kant to sign an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Norstan Communications, Inc. for maintenance of the telephone systems. Public Works — 5 year annual contract - $5,204.64, and Justice Center/City Hall Complex — 5 year annual contract - $11,129.40. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 1028-04 BE TI RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, that Mayor Kant is hereby authorize to sign an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Norstan Communications, Inc. for maintenance of the telephone systems. Public Works — 5 year annual contract - $5,204.64 Justice Center/City Hall Complex — 5 year annual contract - $11,129.40 Adopted and approved this 26`h day of April , 2004 M. ATTES Gemece W. Johnson, City er Treasurer Councilmember Ford introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Kant to sign an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch, LLC to provide the City an engineering design for the placement of beachfill at the Pier Street Beach. The contract amount is for $17,800.00. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion passed unanimously. WITH 26 April 2004 RESOLUTION NO. 1029-04 WHEREAS, this agreement is entered into between Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch, LLC and the City of Fairhope to provide the City with a Permit Application to the Corps of Engineers and ADEM and to provide an engineering design for the placement of beachfill at the Pier Street Beach; and, WHEREAS, the following items of work will be provided: • Survey of existing topographical conditions at the beach • Research, analysis, and report by Dr. Scott Douglass, PHD • Engineering Design Plans • Construction Specifications • Assistance with locating sources for sand • Permit Application to the Corps of Engineers and ADEM • Meetings and correspondence during the permitting process BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, 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 an engineering design for the placement of beachfill at the Pier Street Beach - $17,800.00. ADOPTED THIS 26th DAY OF April , 2004. Attest: oxx GAece W. Johnson, City rk/Treasurer Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution. A resolution authorizing Mayor Kant to sign an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Thompson Engineering to provide Boundary and Topographic Survey, Site/Civil Design, and Construction Observation and Stakeout services for construction of the new Fairhope Public Library. The contract amount is for $16,000.00. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. 3305 26 April 2004 RESOLUTION NO. 1030-04 WHEREAS, this agreement is entered into between Thompson Engineering and the City of Fairhope to provide Boundary and Topographic Survey, Site/Civil Design and Construction Observation and Stakeout services for construction of the new Fairhope Public Library; and, WHEREAS, the tasks required are as follows: 1. Boundary and Topographic Survey: • Field Survey of the site for topographic and boundary information • Process survey data to form a base plan for site design • Quality Control/Quality Assurance of the finished survey 2. Site/Civil Design: • Assess site requirements for the building, parking, required setbacks, and coordinate site layout in accordance with City of Fairhope development guidelines. • Provide site/civil design and produce coordinated contract documents based on the building plan provided by Walcott, Adams, Vemeuille Architects and the Geotechnical Report produced by Geotechnical Engineering Testing. If additional geotechnical information is required, i.e. pavement recommendations, Thompson Engineering will advise the City at earliest notice. • Additionally, Thompson Engineering will compare pre -development conditions with post -development conditions and advise the City in regards to stormwater containment or detention and incorporate required stormwater facilities (if any) in site design. 3. Construction Observation and Stakeout • Provide on -site observation of site construction activities to ensure compliance with site/civil design and specifications. • Provide the contractor with reference points for building location and elevation information. Stake building and drainage feature locations. • Produce and "As -Built" survey at the completion of site and building construction. WHEREAS, the fees for the proposed services outlined are as follows: Boundary and Topographic Survey $ 4,000.00 Site/Civil Design $ 9,500.00 Construction Observation and Stakeout $ 2,500.00 TOTAL FEE PROPOSAL $16,000.00 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Timothy M. Kant is hereby authorized to execute an agreement between the City of Fairhope and Thompson Engineering to provide Boundary and Topographic Survey, Site/Civil Design, and Construction Observation and Stakeout services for construction of the new Fairhope Public Library - $16,000.00. ADOPTED THIS 26`h DAY OF April , 2004. t iTim y M.)nt, ayor Attest: ,, i 1 1 n l Geniece W. Johnson, —City C4Fk/Treasurer 3306 26 April 2004 Councilmember Quinn moved to update the Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department Roster by adding: Kevin Hempfleng, ]I, Lance Morgan, Robert Odom, and Quint Hasabaun. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Ford moved to grant South Alabama British Car Club's request for permission to conduct their Annual British Car Show at Fairhope Beach Park on Saturday, October 30, 2004. This event will be held from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. This event must be coordinated with the Police Department. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Anders moved to authorize Tom Odom to work out the best way for the City to dispose of surplus property that received no bids in the April 15, 2004 Surplus Property sale. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Quinn moved to grant Fairhope High School Pre -Engineering Class request for permission to block off Bancroft Street from the Eastern Shore Art Center North to Bayou for their 3rd annual Soapbox Derby on May 7, 2004, from 8:45 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. This event must be coordinated with the Police Department. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Ford introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution requesting permission to name a portion of North Section Street between the intersection of Alabama Highway 104 and Scenic 98 to U. S. Highway 98 (at the City of Fairhope welcome sign) be designated "Veterans' Drive" in honor of all veterans of all wars. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed unanimously. Tom Odom Sr., Joe Birindeli, and visiting veterans received a standing ovation for their efforts and service to this Country. 3307 26 April 2004 RESOLUTION NO. 1031-04 WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope has never recognized it's Veterans of all wars with permanent recognition; and, WHEREAS, there is a short portion of North Section Street between the intersection of Alabama State Highway 104 and Scenic 98 at North Section Street extending to U.S. Highway 98 (located at the Fairhope Welcome sign) that is a beautiful drive with zoning prohibiting any building facing this street; and, WHEREAS, there is no street, road, lane or court named "Veterans' Drive" in Baldwin County that would interfere with emergency dispatches; and, WHEREAS, the members of Fairhope Elks Lodge 1879 has always supported the Veterans of all wars and many of the members are veterans. NOW BE IT RESOLVED that we respectfully request that Mayor and Council of the City of Fairhope designate this beautiful section of North Section Street between the intersection of Alabama State Highway 104/Scenic Highway 98 and U.S. Highway 98 as "Veterans' Drive", in honor of Veterans of all wars, Skirmishes, and Police Action. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, that said section shall be named "Veterans' Drive" in honor of Veterans of all wars, Skirmishes, and Police Action. Adopted and Approved this 261h day of April 52004 Ti othy . Ka Mayor Attest: , Geniece W. Johnson, ty Clerk/Treasurer 3308 26 April 2004 Police Chief Christopher Browning addressed the City Council requesting permission to establish a Boy Scouts of America Law Enforcement Explorer Program. The Explorer Program is a division of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women age 14 through 20. Its purpose is to bring a character building, citizenship training, and fitness program to the youths of America. Explorer posts are organized by business, industries, organizations which provide adult volunteer leaders, program resources, and meeting facilities. Councilmember Gentle moved to grant the request. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion passed unanimously. Mayor Kant called on Bob Callahan of Callahan and Associates to give an overview of the broadband issue. Mr. Callahan reported that the broadband initiative is now in the fourth phase of the project, the bidding phase. Over the past three months formal construction and bid documents have been produced. The process included revision of the walk out data and construction diagrams to reflect current technology options, an off air signal survey, a competitive programming line up review, and the actual writing of specifications for outside fiber plant, the access service gateway (B-RAS), cable TV headend, video on demand headend, internet headend and telephony headend. The work was further complicated by the need to specify administrative, billing and customer care systems and a service provider option. On April 12, 2004, the request for proposal (RFP) was released to potential bidders. The RFP document describes a standard based (B-PON or G-PON) full service access network capable of transporting community access TV, Video on Demand, High Speed Internet and telephone services to consumers. The RFP specifies an initial subscription base of 2,800 customers with an eventual customer base of 5,600. This is consistent with market research completed for this project. Mr. Callahan extended an invitation to the City Council to attend the Bidder Conference scheduled for May 1 Ith at the Warehouse at 10:00 a.m. Mayor Kant reported that the sidewalk project in front of City Hall has been held off until the parades and Arts and Crafts were over. The work on this project should start in the second week of May 2004. Mayor Kant reported that the sewer project for the Kirkman Lane area will start in July 2004. This is a joint project between the City of Fairhope and the County. 3309 26 April 2004 Mayor Kant stressed that the City Council need to be on time for meetings, and if the meeting times need adjusting to let him know. Mayor Kant stated that since the rates have gone up, Frazer Lanier recommends that the City not refinance the 1997 issue at this time. However, the city should be ready to collect all information and act upon short notice. Councilmember Ford moved that Mayor Kant and Treasurer Geniece Johnson keep abreast of this issue and be ready to act when notified, and that the good services of Frazer Lanier be used. Motion died for a lack of a second. Mayor Kant inquired as to what the $3 Million Dollars allocated for the new Library Project would cover? Councilmember Anders stated that she thought that all expenses would come out of the 3 Million Dollars, but it was unclear if the demolition expense would come out of the allocated monies. Councilmember Anders offered a motion that at this time all expenses including the demolition will come out of the $3 Million Dollars. Seconded by Councilmember Gentle, motion passed by the following votes: AYE -Gentle, Ford, Kant, Anders, and Christenberry. NAY -none. Abstain -Quinn. The City Council discussed the condensing of the pre City council meetings. Councilmember Anders moved to permit the City Council during the work session to bring up any item on their mind. Councilmember Ford stated that there needs to be a cap of 1 '/z hours placed on the meetings. Councilmember Anders' motion died for a lack of a second. Mayor Kant stated that if you have an item that you would like to discuss to let him know so that staff will be present. Councilmember Gentle stated that the lack of information would be unfair to the City Council and citizens. Councilmember Gentle further stated that the City Council needed to have some kind of dialog and be better leaders. Mayor Kant asked the Council to think about meeting issues. 3310 26 April 2004 Identification: WIRE - OUADROPLEXED AL URD CABLE Bids must be received by: March 10, 2004 at: 4:00 p.m. Bid of Secondary Wire Quadroplexed Aluminum Secondary URD Cable to be used for Electrical Services for the City of Fairhope Electrical Utilities Department. Bid price is to be good for one (1) year and purchased as needed. VENDOR: ITEM/PRICE: DELIVERY. HUGHES SUPPLY, INC., Pensacola, FL Price: $1.498 per ft. 42-48 Days STEWART C. IRBY CO., Pensacola, FL 'Price: $1.69 per ft. "Up to 10,000 feet — one time shipment 6-10 Days UTILITY POWER, INC., Fairhope, AL Price: 1.869 per foot 50-Days GRAYBAR ELECTRIC CO., Mobile, AL NO BID CITY ELECTRIC, Fairhope, AL NO BID MAYER ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO., Dothan, AL NO BID CAPSTONE/GRESCO UTILITY, Dothan, AL NO BID MATHES OF ALABAMA, Daphne, AL NO RESPONSE MAGNOLIA ELECTRIC SUPPLY, Fairhope, AL NO RESPONSE It is advised to accept the low bid of HUGHES SUPPLY, INC. Pensacola, FL with specifications being met. Aaron Norris, Electrical Dept. Supt. Wayne Smith, Purchasing Agent Councilmember Quinn moved to accept the low bid of Hughes Supply, Inc. Pensacola, Florida, provided all specifications are met. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Christenberry moved to address and item not on the printed agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Anders, motion passed unanimously. 3311 26 April 2004 Identification: "SALE OF PROPERTY" Bids to be received no later than: April 20, 2004 at: 4:00 p.m. Sealed bid/s were received on April 20, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. Property to be sold was advertised to the public in the Fairhope Courier. A narrow strip of property on the West side of the street, approximately 10-feet wide and 104.5-feet in length is to be vacated by the City of Fairhope. The property is located on the west side of north Section Street, North of Trattoria's Restaurant and South of John Robinson Insurance Company, Fairhope, Alabama. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A CRIMP TOP IRON PIPE AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 3 OF A SUBDIVISION OF THE LANDS OF ALCO LAND & TIMBER CO., INC. AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 10, PAGE 9, IN THE OFFICE OF THE JUDGE OF PROBATE, BALDWIN COUNTY, ALABAMA, RUN THENCE NORTH ALONG THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SECTION STREET A DISTANCE OF 104.50 FEET TO AN OPEN TOP IRON PIPE ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 3 A DISTANCE OF 9.92 FEET TO A CAPPED REBAR IRON PIN; THENCE RUN SOUTH, 104.58 FEET TO A CRIMP TOP IRON PIPE; THENCE RUN NORTH 89*31" 08' WEST, 9.92 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. SAID PARCEL OF LAND CONTAINS 0.02 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Only one bid was received after public advertisement on the week of April 12, 2004 by the City of Fairhope in a local newspaper. There being only one respondent, it is advised to accept the bid of Harrell Properties, L.L.C., Fairhope, Alabama for the amount of $5,000.00. Wayne Smith, Purchasing Agent Councilmember Anders moved to authorize the sale of said property. Seconded by Councilmember Christenberry, motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Christenberry asked if the Mayor and staff could come up with options with regard to the tap fee for irrigation meters. Mayor Kant stated that he'll look into it and report at the next work session. There being no further business to come before the City Council the meeting was duly adjourned at 6:45 p.m. c� v Geniece W. Johnson, IC' ClerOTreasurer