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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-09-2017 City Council Meeting MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA )( COUNTY OF BALDWIN )( The City Council, City of Fairhope, met in regular session at 6:00p.m., Fairhope Municipal Complex Council Chamber, 161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on Monday, 9 January 2017 . 7242 . Present were Council President Jack Burrell, Councilmembers: Jay Robinson, Jimmy Conyers, and Kevin Boone, Mayor Karin Wilson, City Attorney Marion E. Wynne, and City Clerk Lisa A. Hanks. Councilmember Robert Brown was absent. There being a quorum present, Council President Burrell called the meeting to order. The invocation was given by Councilmember Kevin Boone and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Councilmember Boone moved to approve minutes of the 22 December 2016, regular meeting; minutes of the 22 December 2016, work session; and minutes of the 22 December 2016, agenda meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Wilson addressed the City Council and congratulated the Baldwin Pops on their 20th Anniversary and on February 2, 2017 a concert will be held at the Fairhope Civic Center sponsored by Fairhope and the Fairhope Single Tax Corporation. Mayor Wilson stated she met with all Department Heads regarding the budget process and their needs. She indicated there will be several infrastructure needs; especially in the utilities. Mayor Wilson announced she would be attending the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington, D. C. next week which would include classes on the Human Impact on Smart Mobility, Smart Cities, and a Google Forum. Items: The following individuals spoke during Public Participation for Agenda 1) Paul Ripp, 22985 High Ridge Road, addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Item No. 6: a resolution that the City Council approves the selection of The Cassidy Company, Inc. to perform a Professional Engineering Capacity Study for Gas, Water and Sewer. Mr. Ripp stated he has never heard an argument prior to today; and we need fresh eyes. Councilmember Robinson recognized Council President Burrell for earning his Advanced Certified Municipal Official ("ACMO") Designation from the Alabama League of Municipalities. He said in order to achieve this high honor, a municipal official must first complete 40 credit hours of training conducted or endorsed by the Alabama League of Municipalities to receive the designation of Certified Municipal Official ("CMO"); and then an additional 40 hours of training to receive an advanced certification. Council President Burrell is a member of the 18th graduating class of ACMO. Councilmember Robinson also thanked City staff for the New Year's Eve celebration; and for responding to the power outage on Saturday morning. 7243 9 January 2.017 Councilmember Conyers announced the Fairhope Public Library will be celebrating its lOth Anniversary on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. He mentioned Erin Langley and the Eastern Shore Repertory's "Miracle Under the Big Top" being a national finalist for the 2017 Playbill Community Service Award. Councilmember Boone mentioned the Harbor Board Meeting scheduled for Wednesday. Council President Burrell read the Flyer for the Fairhope Public Library and the 1Oth Anniversary celebration. He made a statement regarding the Selection of Professional Services and that they had issues with the former Mayor on Professional Services too. Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City Council approves the selection of Goodwyn Mills Cawood, Inc. of Fairhope, AL, for RFQ No. PS009-17, Engineering Services for C&D Landfill ADEM Permit Renewal, and hereby authorizes Mayor Karin Wilson to negotiate a fee schedule. Seconded by Councilmember, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2648-17 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that the City Council approves the selection of Goodwyn Mills Cawood, Inc. of Fairhope, AL, for RFQ No. PS009-17, Engineering Services for C&D Landfill ADEM Permit Renewal, and hereby authorizes Mayor Karin Wilson to negotiate a fee schedule. DULY ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2017 Attest: flisaA. HfUilis, MMC City Clerk Karin 1lson, Mayor 7244 9 January 2017 Councilmember Boone moved to amend the following resolution by removing "The Cassady Company, Inc." and replacing with "Hutchinson, Moore and Rauch; LLC", a resolution that the City Council approves the selection of Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch, LLC to perform a Professional Engineering Capacity Study for Gas, Water and Sewer Utilities for RFQ No. PSO 13-17. (Project No. SEWOO 1-17), and hereby authorizes Mayor Karin Wilson to negotiate a fee schedule, and establish a not-to- exceed limit with this firm. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Robinson. Councilmember Robinson said this topic needs to be handled as soon as possible; we are getting fresh eyes by using Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch. Council President Burrell commented this is a good compromise and fresh eyes. Mayor Wilson began to speak; and Council President Burrell said "Mayor you are out of order." Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution as amended, a resolution that the City Council approves the selection of Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch, LLC to perform a Professional Engineering Capacity Study for Gas, Water and Sewer Utilities for RFQ No. PS013-17 (Project No. SEW001-17), and hereby authorizes Mayor Karin Wilson to negotiate a fee schedule, and establish a not-to-exceed limit with this firm. Seconded by Cotincilmember Robinson; motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2649-17 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that the City Council approves the selection of Hutchinson, Moore & Rauch, LLC to perform a Professional Engineering Capacity Study for Gas, Water and Sewer Utilities for RFQ No. PS013-17 (Project No. SEW001-17), and hereby authorizes Mayor Karin Wilson to negotiate a fee schedule, and establish a not-to-exceed limit with this firm. DULY ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2017 Karin Wilson, Mayor Attest: ~•c City Clerk 7245 9 January 2017 Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute Change Order No. 1 to Project No. REC001-15, New Fairhope Soccer Complex in the amount of -$1,408.26; award of the Change Order to S.A. Graham Company, Inc. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed un~mously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2650-17 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to execute Change Order No. 1 to Project No. REC001-15, New Fairhope Soccer Complex in the amount of -$1,408.26; award of the Change Order to S.A. Graham Company, Inc. Attest: City Clerk Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the City of Fairhope hereby amends Resolution No. 2053-13 by removing the last parenthetical statement "(under $100,000.00)" and to continue using Envirochem, Inc. for Professional Testing Services for Mandatory EPA and ADEM Water Testing (RFQ No. PS009-13). Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2651-17 WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope adopted Resolution No. 2053-13 March 7, 2013 and entered into a fee based open ended contract with Envirochem, Inc. for Professional Testing Services for Mandatory EPA and ADEM Water Testing (RFQ No. PS009-13); and WHEREAS, Envirochem, Inc. has been providing the mandatory testing per the 2013 fee schedule to date and has agreed to continue using this fee schedule; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to continue using Envirochem, Inc. for Professional Testing Services for Water Testing; and needs to amend Resolution No. 2053-13 by removing the last parenthetical statement "(under $1 00,000.00)". 7246 9 January 2017 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that the City of Fairhope hereby amends Resolution No. 2053-13 by removing the last parenthetical statement "(under $100,000~00)" and to continue using Envirochem, Inc. for Professional Testing Services for Mandatory EPA and ADEM Water Testing (RFQ No. PS009-13). Attest: ~~c City Cler Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a contact with FMS Engineering Services, Inc. of Mobile, ALto perform Engineer of Record services for RFQ No. PS012-17, Professional Engineering Services for Pool Building Facade Repair. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2652-17 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to execute a contact with FMS Engineering Services, Inc. of Mobile, AL to perform Engineer of Record services for RFQ No. PS012-17, Professional Engineering Services for Pool Building Facade Repair. DULy ADOPTED TillS 9th DAY OF IV Katii:& Mayor Attest: 7247 9 January 2017 Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a Contract between the City of Fairhope and Care House, Inc. for an appropriation of $5,000.00 to help with continuing support for children who are victims of sexual and severe physical abuse; and to help with the distribution of the child abuse prevention curriculum. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2653-17 WHEREAS, a contract shall be executed between the City of Fairhope and Care House, Inc., making an appropriation of $5,000.00 to help with continuing support for children who are victims of sexual and severe physical abuse; and to help achieve normalcy through our counseling and advocacy program for children and families who come to us after being victimized. This appropriation will also help with the distribution of the child abuse prevention curriculum, "Keeping Our Kids Safe" and prevention presentation held throughout Baldwin County. WHEREAS, the term of said contract shall be for one (1) year, beginning 1 October 2016 and ending 30 September 2017; but the contract shall be cancelled at any time upon notice. WHEREAS, payment shall be made in the total amount of $5,000.00 from the Utility Funds. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, THAT Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to signa contract between the City of Fairhope and Care House, Inc. DULY ADOPTED TillS 9TH DAY OF JANU'V KMin~~ Attest: Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a Contract between the City of Fairhope and Ecumenical Ministries Incorporated for an appropriation of$10,000.00 to support the needs of Fairhope residents. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7248 9 January 2017 RESOLUTION NO. 2654-17 WHEREAS; in Fairhope, Alabama, Ecumenical Ministries Incorporated (EMI) is a public, non-profit, non-denominational, United Way social service agency; and, WHEREAS, EMI's mission is to improve the quality of life in Baldwin County by meeting basic needs, encouraging personal growth, effecting social and economic justice and celebrate our common life; and, WHEREAS, EMI provide services to the socio-economic and those in crisis situations and have no place to turn for help on the Eastern Shore, including Fairhope and South Baldwin County. The services rendered include: • • • • • • Emergency Aid-Direct assistance for medical, food, utilities, rent, clothing, child care, transportation and other emergency needs. Meals on Wheels (MOW'S)-Volunteer's deliver nutritious, warm meals six days a week. Meals are subsidized based on need and funding-Fairhope area has nine routes. Home Repair-These projects include plumbing, electrical wo~k, rebuilding floors, installing windows . and doors, roofing, building wheelchair ramps and more. This program is for the elderly and disabled. Food Pantry-Our pantries provide a week's supply offood based on the size of the family and their situation. Prescription Assistance-This program allows under-insured and non-insured persons to receive life sustaining medications at reduced or no cost through pharmaceutical companies' indigent care program. EMI also provide prescription assistance through the Ozanam Charitable Pharmacy in Mobile. Church-based Community Organizing -This program empowers poor and moderate income families to participate effectively in our democratic system and allow community members the opportunity to address the issues affecting their lives: paved streets, lighting, sewage, recreation and drainage. • EMMY'S Thrift Shop-Through our emergency aid center vouchers are given at no cost. With these vouchers, people can receive such items as appliances, furniture, clothing, etc. WHEREAS, Ecumenical Ministries Incorporated has served Fairhope residents since 1969 on a continuous basis and successfully demonstrated the capacity to operate a neighborhood based on social service agency improving countless lives. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to establish a contract for services between the City of Fairhope and Ecumenical Ministries Incorporated to appropriate the sum of $10,000.00 to be used for the needs of Fairhope residents. DULY ADOPTED THIS THE 9TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2017 1 ATTEST: ~ ' City Cler 7249 9 January 2017 Councilmember Conyers introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a Contract between the City of Fairhope and the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce for an appropriation of $6,000.00 to advertise and promote the City of Fairhope. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2655-17 WHEREAS, the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce serves a public purpose and the publicity that the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce gives the City of Fairhope is a public service; and, WHEREAS, We, the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce, 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 to provide public arts and crafts for residents and visitors through its annual arts and crafts festival. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that the Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce to promote the City ofFairhope. The contract shall be for one year, beginning 1 October 2016 and ending 30 September 2017; but may be canceled at any time. The contract shall call for a one-time payment to the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce in the total amount of $6,000.00 from the Utility Funds, for the one- year term. ADOPTED this 9TH day of JANU. ARY, dJ dt. Karin Wilson, Mayor ATTEST: ~~0 ISaAall~c City Clerk Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a Contract between the City of Fairhope and The Lighthouse, Baldwin County Family Violence Project, for an appropriation of $2,000.00 to support The Lighthouse domestic violence program and sexual assault program. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7250 9 January 2017 RESOLUTION NO. 2656-17 WHEREAS, The Lighthouse, Baldwin County Family Violence Project, is funded in part by the Law Enforcement/Traffic Safety Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs. The program currently has a full time Sexual Assault Counselor and a full time Sexual Assault Specialist and serves Baldwin; and WHEREAS, The Sexual Assault Counselor works directly with adult victims of rape and sexual assault and their families/significant other providing assessment and counseling services; and WHEREAS, The Sexual Assault Specialist is responsible for recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteer advocates to respond to adult victims of rape and sexual assault in the crisis situation as requested by law enforcement or hospital emergency room staff. The Sexual Assault Specialist will also be involved in developing and implementing rape prevention programs throughout the county; and WHEREAS, there are several other services provided by this program for sexually assaulted victims; and WHEREAS, the Lighthouse provides a Domestic Violence Program were the following services are provided: • Twenty-four-hour Crisis Line • Safe, Confidential shelter • Individual Crisis Counseling • SupportGroups • Direct services provided to children while in the shelter • Court advocacy and accompaniment • Training on issues relating to domestic violence • Speakers Bureau • Elementary School Programs • Dating Violence Date Rape Program While the Lighthouse is excited to be in the position to offer these needed services for the residents of Baldwin County, the Lighthouse needs the support to continue to provide these and other services; and BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, that Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to execute a Contractual Agreement between the City of Fairhope and The Lighthouse, Baldwin County Family Violenc·e Project, to support the Lighthouse domestic violence program and sexual assault program, in the total amount of$2,000.00. Attest: Adopted on this the 9111 day of J~ Karin Wilson, Mayor ~~ City Clerk 7251 9 January 2017 Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a Contract with the Eastern Shore Art Center for use of City Facilities and for an appropriation of $20,000.00 for funds to support and sponsor the educational programs through The Art Center's Academy of Fine Arts. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2657-17 WHEREAS, a contract shall be executed between the City of Fairhope and the Eastern Shore Art Center for contract funding educational programs through the Academy and Community Outreach Program which provides art education and hands-on learning, on and off site, to all elements of our community: children, youth, adults, seniors, and special needs audiences, making an appropriation of $20,000.00; and WHEREAS, the Eastern Shore Art Center must continue First Friday Artwalk and all publicity as a community event; continue to provide sununer art program for the Fairhope-Point Clear Rotary Youth Club (formerly known as the Boys and Girls Club); and provide low cost art classes for local youth and senior citizens; and WHEREAS, the City of Fairhope approves the request from the Eastern Shore Art Center to use the streets (Section Street north of Magnolia to Oak Street and Oak Street to Bancroft and Equality) during their Outdoor Art Show, which is held during the annual Arts & Crafts Festival, to use the streets (Fairhope A venue from Bancroft A venue to Church Street and Section Street from De La Mare to Magnolia Avenue) for the annual Grand Festival of Art in October; and requesting closure of the streets at 5:00p.m. on the Friday before the festival for set-up; and security to be provided, after hours, by the Fairhope Police Department; and WHEREAS, the term of said contract shall be for one (1) year, beginning 1 October 2016 and ending 30 September 2017; but the contract shall be cancelled at any time upon notice; and WHEREAS, payment shall be made quarterly in the amount of $5,000.00 from the Utility Funds; or $20,000.00 annually, until contract either expires or is cancelled. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA, THAT Mayor Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to sign a contract between the City of Fairhope and the Eastern Shore Art Center for funds to support and sponsor the educational programs through the Art Center's Academy for Fine Arts. DULY ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2017. Attest ~ City Cler 7252 9 January 2017 Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution authorizing Mayor Karin Wilson to execute a Contract between the City of Fairhope and Thomas Hospital for use of the City facilities to help put on health related programs, meetings, and programs affiliated with Thomas Hospital, throughout the year in the Fairhope community, schools or at the hospital facilities. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2658-17 WHEREAS, Thomas Hospital serves a public purpose and the health education 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 her 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 Karin Wilson is hereby authorized to execute contract between the City of Fairhope and Thomas Hospital for use of the City facilities (rental and cleaning fees), including streets and parks, depending on availability and permission from the Rental Facilities Manager; but they would be responsible for any incidentals, damages, or security if necessary. ADOPTED this 9TH day of JANUARY, 2017 K · w·;td arm 1 son, ayor ATTEST: ~ City Clerk 7253 9 January 2017 Council President Burrell requested Human Resources Director Pandora Heathcoe to explain the job position; and asked if someone had a City badge with access to City buildings. Ms. Heathcoe explained the job description and pay grade; and replied yes regarding the City badge. Mayor Wilson stated she could hire one and a half positions for the same price as the one person hired by the former Mayor. She said Lynn Maser was a volunteer. Council President Burrell stated you cannot hire without the position being budgeted or created; and the statute you are referring to is for Jefferson County. City Attorney Wynne commented you cannot hire without Council approval. Councilmember Conyers questioned the process and if it was correct. Council President Burrell replied if we fund and create the position. After further discussion, Councilmember Boone introduced in writing, and moved for the adoption of the following resolution, a resolution that the Compensation and Job Classification Plan along with the Grade Order Sheet be amended and approved to Add the Part-Time Administrative Assistant to the Mayor Position; and the Job Description with a pay grade of 22. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Conyers. Councilmember Robinson said we want to help you and we did that with the other two positions. He said that Ms. Maser would probably be wonderful, but was not comfortable without a budget to create a position. Mayor Wilson stated the only resolutions questioned are hers; and you are micromanaging my position. Councilmember Robinson said there are a lot of things already included in the previous budget. He also commented we will not agree every time, said he has one vote for the best for the City; and these items warrant a discussion.· Councilmember Boone called for the question. Council President Burrell announced we have a motion and a second; motion failed by the following voice votes: AYE -Conyers. NAY -Burrell, Robinson, and Boone. Councilmember Conyers moved to grant the request of the Eastern Shore Optimist Club requesting $2,000.00 through an in-kind donation to use the Fairhope Civic Center for the Dogwood Trail Pageant on Saturday, January 14, 2017 and the Del champs Suite for the Arts and Crafts Reception on March 1 7, 2017. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Boone moved to update the Volunteer Police Reserve roster by adding Raymond Clark and deleting Jeremy Davis. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. 7254 9 January 2017 Councilmember Boone moved to grant the request of Pat Lee, Children of The World, Inc., requesting permission to hold its 21st Annual Chinese New Year Parade, by allowing the streets -De La Mar A venue, Fairhope A venue (between South Church Street and South Section Street) and South Section Street (between Morphy Avenue and Fairhope Avenue), to be closed from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2017. The parade begins and ends at Fairhope Methodist Church. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimo"!lsly by voice vote. Councilmember Conyers moved to grant the request of Joey Leavitt, Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department for the "Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department BBQ Cook- Off Smoke' em if You Got' em Event." Requesting permission use the Fairhope Civic Center on Saturday, January 21, 2017, from 6:00a.m. to 11 p.m., as a rain location for this event. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Conyers moved to appoint Meredith Montgomery and Alan Samry to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee for a three-year term which will expire in January 2020. Seconded by Councilmember Boone, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Boone moved to appoint Christina Stanko ski as 1st Alternate Member and Harry Kohler 2nd Alternate Member for a one-year term which will expire in January 2018; and to reappoint John Avent, Dick Schneider, Cathy Slagle, Troy Strunk, and Anil Vira to the Board of Adjustments and Appeals for a three-year term which will expire in January 2~20. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Councilmember Conyers questioned the appointments being staggered. Councilmember Robinson also suggested staggering the appointments; and would like the Board of Adjustments and Appeals for decide who to stagger and the term. Councilmember Conyers moved to appoint Elizabeth Hammock; and to reappoint Hank Burch and Cobby Witherington to the Education Advisory Committee for a three-year term which will expire in January 2020. Seconded by Councilmember Robinson, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. The following individuals spoke during Public Participation: 1) Bob Wills, 602 East 6th Street in Bay Minette, addressed the City Council on behalf of Scotty Lewis who wrote a letter to the City of Fairhope for Leaf River, Stewart Speed, and Arthur Corte. He stated prior to this meeting he found out that Matt McDonald and City Attorney Tut Wynne were working on a response to this letter. He thanked the City Council for allowing him to speak. 9 January 2017 2) Reverend Williams, 623 Middle Street, address the City Council regarding his license with the City. He mentioned working with Aaron Norris on many jobs in Fairhope and had a license at that time. After Mr. Norris retired, he went back to get his license renewed and it was denied without passing a test. Mr. Williams is requesting reinstatement of his license. 3) Paul Ripp, 22985 High Ridge Road, addressed the City Council regarding Mayor Wilson and lack of transition for her. He stated that Council President Burrell and Councilmember Boone are an obstruction of justice. 4) Cheryl Smith, 150 Oakwood, addressed the City Council regarding drainage issues and sink holes in River Oaks Subdivision. Ms. Smith said .she went into the pipes with the company they hired and saw the damage and crushed pipes. She did comment that Mayor Kant helped by cutting down six trees. Mayor Wilson stated the moratorium that is in place is also to look at storm water and drainage; and we will look over the City for same. · 7255 Councilmember Boone moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Conyers, motion passed unanimously by voice vote. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was duly adjourned at 7:01p.m.