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STATE OF ALABAMA )(
COUNTY OF BALDWIN )(
The City Council, City of Fairhope, met in regular session at
6:00 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber,
161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on
Monday, 24 October 2011.
Present were Council President Lonnie L. Mixon, Councilmembers: Debbie
W. Quinn, Daniel Stankoski, Michael A. Ford, and Rick Kingrea, Mayor Timothy M.
Kant, City Attorney Marion E. Wynne, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks.
There being a quorum present, Council President Mixon called the meeting to
order. The invocation was given by Reverend Donald M. Smith, from St. James
Episcopal Church, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Council President
Mixon asked if there were any corrections to the minutes from the 10 October 2011,
regular meeting. He then stated if there are no corrections, the minutes stand
approved as written.
Council President Mixon asked if there were any corrections to the minutes
from the 10 October 2011, public participation/work session meeting. He then stated
if there are no corrections, the minutes stand approved as written.
Mayor Kant addressed the City Council with the following items:
1) Scott Sligh was recognized for the nice article about Fairhope in
"Public Power" and mentions all he has done for the City.
2) Paving Project has begun and should be finished in the next few
weeks.
3) The Sales Tax Ordinances was mentioned about being introduced
and discussed at the next City Council meeting.
Council President Mixon addressed the City Council and read the following
letter from David Clark, Manager of the Grand Hotel, regarding the City of Fairhope
Gas Department:
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Council President Mixon told Steve Seay, Gas Superintendent, well done and thank
you for your hard work.
Councilmember Quinn addressed the City Council and announced that Dr.
Winslow Sergeant, Chief Counsel of the Office of Advocacy for the Small Business
Administration would be speaking to the merchants in the Fairhope area on October
27, 2011 at 8:30 a.m. at the Fairhope Civic Center in the Council Chambers. The
meeting will be an open conversation on retention and growth of small businesses.
Glenn Boom, SCORE member, will also be attending. The meeting is free and open
to the public. Ms. Quinn also thanked Sherry Sullivan for all of her work with this
event.
Councilmember Stankoski addressed the City Council and recognized the
Public Works Department for putting up Christmas lights.
Councilmember Kingrea addressed the City Council and commented on the
ball game that was televised which was sponsored by C-Spire. He was told by
several individuals that the coverage was unbelievable.
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Councilmember Kingrea moved to authorize Mayor Timothy M. Kant to send
letter of appreciation to C-Spire. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Kingrea mentioned he had received several complaints regarding
people's cars being towed who parked in no parking zones. They were complaining
because there were no signs marking that, so next time we need to make plans they
could not park or if they parked then their car would be towed. He asked the Police
Department to help with this issue.
Mayor Kant and Joe Birindelli addressed the City Council and announced that
Dr. Barry Lee Booth who was recommended as the Veteran of the Year. Mr.
Birindelli commented that the deliberation was very easy and it was a unanimous
vote. Mayor Kant presented Dr. Booth as the City of Fairhope's Veteran of the Year
for 2011 and Dr. Booth was given a key to the City. The following is the brief history
of Dr. Barry Lee Booth read by Joe Birindelli:
BARRY LEE 1300'1't1, D.M.D.
Barry Lee Booth, D.M.D. likes to say he run.
"fillip' station" in Spanish Fort. In
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fact he successful dental practice in that growing Alabama town, just cast of
Mobile andhas been doing so in the same location for JI years.
A native of Charles/on, West Virginia, Dr. Booth worked his way through college
and dental school, graduating from Auburn University in 1962 and the University of
Alabama School of Dentistry in 19fi6. He served his country a u Lieutenant is the
United Stu [es Nuvy from 1962 to 1969, during which time he spent 1966 and 1967 in
Vietnam. attached to the Marine Corp.,.
Ur. Buo,h is ether of the Vietnam Veterans of Anteriea, Sons of the American
t volu lion and fuel if. m tuber of he American Legion Yost 199 and the Veterans of
Foreign Wurs. In 2005 C—c—or Bob Riley appointed Dr. Booth to the USS
Alabama Battleship Commission and he also serves no the Spanish Fort Education
E, ",hn Fnu ad Lion.
For -,,al years Dr. Routh participated in the United States Naval Academy's
ailment progn nd c ntinues to be relive supporter of ROTC programsat
t high sch outs. the a JeJ lcutealnveteruns' udv ocu te, helping to urga
,he placement of a Vietnams Memorial at the USS Alohama Battleship Park and
ost r cntly u isling with Honor Flight South Alabama, u program which nies
W W 11 velera ns to Washington to see [be WWII Memorial placed in [heir honor.
Dr. Booth is the father of Stacy, .Justin and Fri.. Ile enjoys travelling t t his
ma[oreyrle, photography and being a 1'oPuw to his grondh.ys, Brodae and Angus.
Dr. Booth stated it is a privilege to represent the Veteran community in any endeavor.
He thanked the City Council and the Mayor for their support. He said the City of
Fairhope jumped the line first for the Honor Flight program. When the cemetery
initiative began, the City of Fairhope was right up front to support and promote it.
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Dr. Booth mentioned the ground breaking for the Alabama State Veterans Cemetery
in Spanish Fort. He also mentioned all of the people in the background that were
involved: John Tyson, Sr. initiated the project, Colonel Bill Calendar, Senator
Sessions, Congressman Bonner, Baldwin County Commission, Albert Lipscomb, Cal
Markert, David Connor, and others. The Veteran Community makes it all happen.
The bond for each other is absolutely indescribable and intangible. The protected will
never understand.
items:
City Administrator Gregg Miens addressed the City Council on the following
1) Police Department put out a press release regarding a missing person today;
he has been located.
2) Dan McCrory received from the Center for Disease Control an award for our
Public Water System. This is the 5th year the City of Fairhope has received this
award from the Health Department.
Councilmember Quinn moved to appoint Judith Hale to the Personnel Board.
Seconded by Councilmember Stankoski, motion passed unanimously by the voice
vote.
The following individuals spoke during Public Participation:
1. Curtis P. Gordon, 54 N. Church Street, addressed the City Council regarding
Agenda Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. He first stated the
Veterans are why we are here tonight. We should celebrate life or give it up. We
have Mardi Gras, the Symphony on the Bluff, Christmas Parade, and so much to
offer people from out of town. Somehow we need to find a compromise.
2. Patricia R. Havard, 125 Volanta Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding
Agenda Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. Mrs. Havard stated
she and Clay have lived here for 20 plus years. The City Council needs to vote to
amend the ordinance and accept the 65 decibels. We are not against music jus the
loud blatant noise.
3. Douglas F. Kennedy, 121 Volanta Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding
Agenda Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. Mr. Kennedy stated
he liked music, but not music played at Fly Creek which is played three to four
hours each night up to three to five nights per week. This is the noisiest City in
Alabama. The noise level is measured at the corner of house, but in other Cities it
is measured at the property line. The decibel level should be lowered to 65
decibels, the noise should be measured at the property line, and only one warning
should be given. Mr. Kennedy read an e-mail from Marion McPherson who
mentioned there is continuous noise which affects family and life.
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4. Tricia Niemeyer, Fly Creek Cafe, addressed the City Council regarding Agenda
Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. Ms. Niemeyer thanked the
City Council for handling issue and stated she had a petition from thousands of
citizens and visitors. She asked the City Council to help her find a solution; rather
than hurting other businesses in Fairhope. Ms. Niemeyer stated she has lived in
Fairhope and raised my kids here. There are three complainers of this business.
5. Charles Brasher, 101 Berglin and Fly Creek Cafe manager, addressed the City
Council regarding Agenda Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. He
said they document all bands with a couple of decibel meters. He mentioned wind
and humidity are contributing factors. We employ 26 employees and 22 of these
are citizens of Fairhope who spend money in Fairhope. He asked the City Council
to think about the benefit it provides to the community. Mr. Brasher said seventy-
seven percent of what they sell is food and twenty-three percent is alcohol. We
hold birthday parties, anniversary parties, rehearsal dinners, etc. which are
necessary to drive business.
6. Jim Horner, 117 Volanta Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding Agenda
Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. In residential area, the
maximum 85 decibels does not work. Lowering the level to 65 decibels will help
with a compromise. It will not adversely affect their business.
7. Billie Carlisle, 104 N. Bay View, addressed the City Council regarding Agenda
Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. Ms. Carlisle stated she has
lived at this address for 20 years. The whooping and hollering is from the children
playing in the sand. We have birthday celebrations and happy people make noise.
She asked for the City Council to consider the contribution of Fly Creek to the
City.
8. Lisette Normann, 106 W. Summit Street, addressed the City Council regarding
Agenda Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. Ms. Normann stated
her family originally owned the Yard Arm and several other businesses in town.
Ms. Normann said she was born and raised in Fairhope; and it is a travesty that we
could be here because of four people which will affect 16,000 people. We should
be commending Tricia for turning around the Fly Creek Cafe which was a defunct
business. She commented they would not be happy if you lowered to limit to 50
decibels.
9. William Stitt, 3 Sans Souci Lane, addressed the City Council regarding Agenda
Item Number 17 pertaining to the Noise Ordinance. The current system of
measurement seems to be working fine. It allows music to be loved by everyone in
numerous events. Mr. Stitt said he has always said Fairhope throws a parade when
a child loses a tooth. Fairhope loves to have a good time. Special events
sanctioned by the City are given an exclusion from the noise ordinance. Mr. Stitt
said he is a business owner who pays licenses, taxes, fees, etc. The message being
sent is not a good one; the Government is now monitoring the sound which is
unattainable.
Councilmember Quinn moved to address Agenda Item Number 17, an
Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1443 known as the City of Fairhope's Noise
Ordinance. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously by voice
vote.
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Councilmember Stankoski moved for final adoption of Ordinance No. 1458,
an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 1443 known as the City of Fairhope's Noise
Ordinance, Article I. — Division 1. In General. Section 12-4. Noise in Residential
Districts. (Introduced at the October 101 2011 City Council Meeting) Seconded by
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Ford.
Councilmember Quinn commented the biggest issue is clash of zoning and the basic
complaints are Fly Creek. She mentioned a boat building company could be there
with daily sand blasting of ships. She stated maybe we need less government and
work out issues on their own.
Councilmember Stankoski said in his opinion this is not an issue of a club on the
north side of Fairhope. This needs to be applied City wide. There is an Inn south of
town having similar issues. We need to balance the rights of business owners and the
rights of property owners. The City has been working on this issue for two and a half
years. No one is anti business.
Councilmember Ford stated he had researched a great deal on the issue. He
mentioned five suggestions were brought up. The best suggestion was to lower the
decibel level, try it for a month, and if it did not work come back to the drawing
board. Councilmember Ford said he had received other e-mails from citizens,
reviewed police reports, and reviewed ordinances from other Cities. He read over
several of the other Cities' ordinances regarding noise levels and decibel levels. The
common thread was measuring from the property line.
Councilmember Quinn exited the dais at 7:00 p.m. Returned at 7:02 p.m.
Councilmember Ford said everybody should enjoy the quiet on their own property
and we can't put people out of business. The old noise ordinance did not have
decibel meters. We need to lower to 65 decibels for a month and try to make
everyone happy.
City Attorney Wynne commented the old ordinance was too vague and only
mentioned unreasonable noise. The old ordinance could have been constitutionally
challenged for vagueness.
Councilmember Kingrea said we should do the changes in increments: first move the
measurement from the corner of house to the property line; then drop the decibel
level.
After further discussion, motion for final adoption passed by the following votes:
AYE — Stankoski, Mixon, and Ford. NAY — Quinn and Kingrea.
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Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Timothy M. Kant to execute
an Agreement with Thomas Hospital for use of City Facilities. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Kingrea. Councilmember Quinn commented we have
always waived the fees for the hospital. They provide community programs for
schools and the community. Councilmember Stankoski asked for clarification on the
difference between a fee waiver and having a contract. City Attorney Wynne said
that the City could contract with an organization if the organization gives back to the
community; a public entity cannot give money or property to a non -governmental
entity.
Mr. Wynne said a contract allows the City to give money or property to a non-
governmental entity on a quid pro quo basis. He said the value of the quid prop quo
is the Council's decision; but the entity must render a service to the City. He stated
Thomas generates a great deal to the City. Councilmember Kingrea said this is a very
touchy subject because a girl last meeting asked for a waiver and we couldn't do it.
In the past we have signed contracts with Thomas Hospital and others. This is not a
complete waiver of all fees for Thomas.
City Attorney Wynne mentioned he may have a conflict since he is on the Board at
Thomas and is the City Attorney; and has a conflict that needs to be disclosed.
Council President Mixon replied we passed a resolution last August to not waive fees
and we need to take a stand for the resolution. He said it states that a 501(c)(3) non-
profit organization would pay fifty percent of the fees. We either throw away this
resolution or abide by this resolution. After further discussion, motion passed by the
following voice votes: AYE — Quinn, Stankoski, Ford, and Kingrea. NAY - Mixon.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1858-11
WHEREAS, Thomas Hospital serves a public purpose and the publicity that the
Thomas Hospital gives the City of Fairhope is a public service; and,
WHEREAS, We, Thomas Hospital, agree to work with the Mayor, and /or his
agent(s), to promote the City of Fairhope and to contribute time, employees, and other
resources putting on health related programs, meetings and programs affiliated with
Thomas Hospital, throughout the year in the Fairhope community, schools or at the
hospital facilities. Many events, schools, and Fairhope programs are sponsored by
Thomas Hospital. The Thomas Hospital Auxiliary provides hours of service to the
hospital that benefit Fairhope citizens; and
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Timothy M. Kant is hereby authorized to
execute contract between the City of Fairhope and Thomas Hospital for use of the
City facilities (rental and cleaning fees) depending on availability and permission
from the Rental Facilities Manager; but they would be responsible for any incidentals,
damages, or security if necessary.
ATTEST:
isa . Hanks, MMC
City lerk
ADOPTED this 24th day of October, 2011
Tim thy M. Ka I
t, Ma r
Councilmember Kingrea introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Timothy M. Kant to execute
an Agreement with Eastern Shore Art Center for use of City Streets. Seconded by
Councilmember Ford, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1859-11
WHEREAS, the Eastern Shore Art Center serves a public purpose and the publicity
that the Eastern Shore Art Center gives the City of Fairhope is a public service; and,
WHEREAS, We, the Eastern Shore Art Center, agree to work with the Mayor, and
/or his agent(s), advertise (regionally and nationally) and promote the City of
Fairhope and to enhance City revenues through economic development including
sales & use taxes, lodging taxes, business licenses, etc.; and provide public art as well
as cultural opportunities, art education, and art festivals for residents and visitors; and
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Timothy M. Kant is hereby authorized to
execute contract between the City of Fairhope and the Eastern Shore Art Center for
use of the City use of the City streets, Section Street from just North of Magnolia to
Oak Street and on Oak Street; Section to Bancroft for the Outdoor Art Show in
March, but not security after normal business hours.
ADOPTED this 24th day of October, 2011
W�
Tim o y M. Kant, ayor
ATTEST:
I jo�IU"'
�isa. Hanks, MMC
City Clerk
Councilmember Ford introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the
following resolution, a resolution to purchase thirty five (35) manhole covers for the
Public Works Department. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
24 October 2011
RESOLUTION NO. 1860-11
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[1] That the City of Fairhope has voted to purchase thirty five (35) manhole covers
for the Street Department and authorizes procurement based on the option allowed by
the Code of Alabama 1975, Section 41-16-51(b)(7) to obtain informal quotes and
purchase thirty five (35) manhole covers to replace those stolen. The cost will be
approximately $8,487.50.
Adopted on this 24th day of October, 2011
Tim y M. Ka t, May r
Attest:
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isa<M"'Lanlks"MC
City Clerk
Councilmember Stankoski introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption
of the following resolution, a resolution to purchase a vehicle for the Nix Center,
Adult Recreation Department. Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1861-11
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, as follows:
[ 1 ] That the City of Fairhope has voted to purchase a 2012 Jeep Liberty for the Nix
Center and the type of vehicle needed is on the Alabama State Department of
Purchasing bid list and therefore does not have to be let out for bid; and
[2] The following is the Alabama State Department of Purchasing contract
information:
Bid Number for Vehicle: T191 Contract Number: 4011757
2012 Jeep Liberty (4-Door SUV) Not to Exceed $18,000
Adopted on this 24th day of October, 2011
V\►
Timo y M. Kan Mayor
Attest:
Asa:CTanks, MMC
City Cle
Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Timothy M. Kant and Nancy
Wilson to execute the acceptance and approval of Proposal from RBC Bank for the
General Obligation Warrant Line of Credit. Seconded by Councilmember Kingrea,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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24 October 2011
RESOLUTION NO: 1862-11
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
that Mayor Timothy M. Kant and Nancy Wilson, Treasurer, are hereby authorized and
directed to execute, for and on behalf of the City, the acceptance and approval of Proposal
from RBC Bank for the General Obligation Warrant line of credit in the amount of Two
Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) for Street Improvements for a term of one year.
Adopted on this 24th day of October, 2011
imo y M. Kant, T
ayor
Attest:
Lisa A. Han s,
City Clerk
Councilmember Kingrea introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Timothy M. Kant to execute
the Joint Use Pole Attachment Agreement with Mediacom Southeast, L.L.C.
Seconded by Councilmember Stankoski, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO: 1863-11
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE,
that Mayor Timothy M. Kant is hereby authorized to execute the Joint Use Pole Attachment
Agreement with Mediacom Southeast, L.L.C.
Adopted on this 24th day of October, 2011
L,
Tim y M. Kant, ayor
Attest:
Lisa A. anks, MC
City Clerk
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24 October 2011
Councilmember Kingrea introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Timothy M. Kant to execute
the First Amendment of the Joint Use Pole Attachment Agreement with BellSouth
Telecommunications, LLC d/b/a AT&T Alabama. Seconded by Councilmember
Ford, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
RESOLUTION NO: 1864-11
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, that Mayor Tirnothy M. Kant is hereby authorized to execute the First
Amendment of the Joint Use Pole Attachment Agreement with BellSouth
Telecommunications, LLC, d/b/a AT&T Alabama.
Adopted on this 24th day of October, 2011
im by M. Kali,
Mayo
Attest:
i
isa A. an s, MMC
City Clerk
Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of
the following resolution, a resolution authorizing City Administration to develop and
issue a RFQ for a Solid Waste Study. Seconded by Councilmember Stankoski,
motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1865-11
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that the City Administration has authorization to develop
and issue a Request for Qualifications ("RFQ") for a Solid Waste Study.
Adopted on this 24th day of October, 201 1
CTinthy M. Ka , Mayor
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Attest:
isa .Han s, MC
City Clerk
Councilmember Ford introduced in writing an Ordinance to annex Charles F.
Carr and Lyn W. Carr's property, located at 8931 County Road 34, Fairhope,
Alabama. Parcel ID No. 46-08-28-0-000-023-009. Council President Mixon
questioned City Clerk Lisa Hanks as to the petition for annexation, the copy of deed
with legal description including the book and page of recordation, the map showing
the property to be annexed, physical address of property to be annexed, Tax Parcel
Number as assessed, and size of property to be annexed.
City Clerk Hanks replied the deed is in the City Clerk's office and has recordation,
the physical address is based on the deed, the Tax Parcel Number is on the total
property, and the size of the property is based on the metes and bounds which were
certified by a surveyor prior to preparing the ordinance.
Mayor Kant explained the easement which is one of the ways acceptable to annex
properties in Fairhope and all over the State of Alabama. He mentioned other
annexations which were done with an easement: Carya Pointe, White Grove, Point
Clear Woods, and the Colony at the Grand connected using this type of easement.
The easement must be through private property. Mayor Kant mentioned Montrose
annexations used easements to connect.
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In order to take immediate action, Councilmember Ford moved for immediate
consideration. The motion for immediate consideration failed for lack of a second,
this will layover until the November 14, 2011 City Council meeting.
Councilmember Stankoski introduced in writing an Ordinance to annex Judy
Wolfe's property, located at 8940 County Road 34, Fairhope, Alabama. Parcel ID
No. 46-08-33-0-000-001-006. Due the Carr's property needing to be annexed first
and it will layover; then this ordinance will also layover until the November 14, 2011
City Council meeting.
Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing an Ordinance amending
Ordinance No. 1384, Section 2, an Ordinance allocating the funds collected from the
City of Fairhope's Sales and Use Tax. In order to take immediate action,
Councilmember Kingrea moved for immediate consideration. Seconded by
Councilmember Quinn, motion for immediate consideration failed for lack of
unanimous vote. This proposed ordinance will layover until the November 14, 2011
City Council meeting.
Councilmember Quinn introduced in writing an Ordinance amending
Ordinance No. 1385 known as the City of Fairhope's Sales and Use Tax Ordinance.
Since there was no motion for immediate consideration, this proposed ordinance will
layover until the November 14, 2011 City Council meeting.
Councilmember Ford moved to grant the request of John Brandon, Fairhope
Optimist Club, requesting permission to use the area behind Fairhope Public Library
for Christmas Tree sales. Seconded by Councilmember Quinn, motion passed
unanimously by voice vote.
Council President Mixon stated that the Recreation Department needed to be
separated into two independent divisions: one division over the Recreation
Department, Pools, and Tennis Court staff, and the other division over Parks and
other Recreation staff.
Council President Mixon also stated that the Public Works Department has grown by
leaps and bounds over the years; and this department has approximately 60
employees and should be separated into three independent divisions: garbage;
landscape/parks; and construction/streets with approximately 20 employees in each
division. This would be more effective for managing the department. We will have
the job descriptions for next meeting and personnel allocated.
Councilmember Kingrea moved to approve the reorganization of the
Recreation Department and the Public Works Department. The motion was seconded
by Councilmember Quinn.
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Councilmember Quinn moved to vote on these two requests separately.
Seconded by Councilmember Ford, motion failed by the following voice votes: AYE
— Quinn and Ford. NAY — Mixon. COLIncllmembers Stankoski and Kingrea did not
respond to either; Council President Mixon announced the motion failed.
Mayor Kant stated the Recreation Department needs help; and the job descriptions
and salary information are in the bluebooks. Councilmember Stankoski questioned
about the Public Works Department; the Mayor will come back with an
organizational chart, job descriptions, sphere of control, and employees in each
department. Council President Mixon said we are only establishing three departments
in Public Works.
After further discussion, Councilmember Stankoski moved to table Agenda
Item Number 23 Approval of Reorganization of the Recreation Department and
Public Works Department and vote on these when the City Council gets an
organizational chart and job descriptions from the Mayor at the next City Council
meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Kingrea, motion passed by the following
voice votes: AYE — Quinn, Stankoski, Mixon, and Kingrea. NAY — Ford.
Councilmember Quinn moved to approve the change in title of the Director of
Senior Services to the Director of Community Affairs. Seconded by Councilmember
Kingrea, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Stankoski moved to grant the request of the Water & Sewer
Department to fill the vacancy for Assistant Water Operator. Seconded by
Councilmember Quinn, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Councilmember Quinn moved to address the following item not on the
printed agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Stankoski, motion passed unanimously
by voice vote.
Councilmember Quinn moved to authorize Mayor Timothy M. Kant to
execute a contract with Auburn University (Dr. Feng) for Phase I for the Quantitative
Determination of Fecal Pollution Sources at Fairhope Municipal Beach with the cost
of $25,036; and to authorize Mayor Timothy M. Kant to execute a contract with
CH2MHILL for a study of all relevant data for cause of contamination and close of
Fairhope Beaches with the cost less than $7,500. Seconded by Councilmember
Stankoski, motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
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There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting
was duly adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Lonnie L. Mixon, Council President
6s"anks, A.0
City Clerk