Council Work Session  

October 18, 2011 

Meeting called to order by Mayor John R. Harley at 5:30pm. 

Invocation given by Councilman Andrews 

Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Smith 

Welcome extended to all by Mayor Harley 

Present were Mayor John R. Harley, Councilman Cameron Andrews, Councilman Randall Wright, Councilman Robert Smith, Jr., and City Administrator Patrick Eidson.  Absent:  Councilman Edward Tucker (Active Duty National Guard) and City Attorney Rebecca Tydings (out on medical leave).   

Recognition - Firefighter of the Year:  Fire Chief Jones recognized Firefighter David Bostick as the “Firefighter of the Year”. Mr. Bostick has served as a part-time fire fighter for 10 years and was hired last year full time.   

Old Business 

New Business 

Council Office Computer Proposal: City Administrator Eidson stated after much discussion on this issue with council members I have the sense that we are to move forward with establishing the Council office in the old Public Safety Director’s office as previously indicated by Council in a meeting earlier this year.  As you all know, at this point we needed to move the existing computer in that office to the Fire department for operational purposes.  In lieu of this move, I have contacted Joe Collins with TCS to discuss an alternative to purchasing a new desktop computer for the Council member office.  This proposal would allow for some flexibility for the City’s potential computing needs. 

Lap Top Cost Proposal: 

·         TCS would take the existing laptop computer in the City Administrator’s office and would upgrade it with some storage and memory modifications at a cost of approximately $100.  This would create some options, if/when needed, to maintain efficiency of employees who require a computer to complete daily job tasks.  It will also provide a workspace computer if a Council member chooses to work in that office. 

·         We would purchase a new lap top for my office at a cost of $844.  This would pay for the installation of all necessary software with the exception of Microsoft Office, which is an additional $350, with a total cost of $1,044.   

·         Total cost for this proposal would be $1,294.   

Desk Top Cost Proposal:  

·         The cost of a Desk Top computer would be $1,347 which would include a tower, monitor and keyboard; Microsoft Office Professional 2010, and Windows 7, the latest computer operating software.   

The monetary difference between the two is only $53 however, the Lap Top Cost Proposal option outlined above provides the flexibility of using the Council Office Laptop as a “back-up” in the event we have a major issue and need a computer to keep an employee efficient if necessary. 

Motion made by Councilman Wright approving purchase of new laptop computer for City Administrator office ,total cost $1,294.00 and paid from General Fund contingency; seconded by Councilman Andrews.  Councilman Smith likes the idea and Mayor Harley agrees.   Motion carried.  Expenditure will come from General Contingency.   

2011 Tax Millage Rate Ordinance:  Mayor Harley read ordinance this will serve as the second and final reading.  Motion made by Councilman Smith to adopt ordinance as written; seconded by Councilman Wright.  Motion carried.  See Ordinance 2011-4. 

Mayor Harley proud of staff to help millage rate to decrease.   

2012 Budget Amendment Resolution:  City Administrator Eidson provided a copy of the budget resolution with summary.   Patrick provided brief discussion of breakdown- page 2 to include changes in the first quarter revenues and expenditures.   Motion made by Councilman Smith to adopt Smith; seconded by Councilman Andrews.  Motion carried.  See Resolution 2011-10. 

Designation- Absentee Ballot Clerk and Poll Worker’s-General Election November 8, 2011: City Clerk Krista Bedingfield provided list of poll workers for consideration to work the upcoming election.  See list of poll workers for consideration:  Mary Lou McGahagin (poll worker), Mary Helen Smith (Assistant Manager), Christina Habecker (Assistant Manager), Brian Robison (Poll Manager), and Lee Siefert (Absentee Ballot Clerk).   Motion made by Councilman Wright to approve list of poll workers/ clerks/ managers; seconded by Councilman Smith.  Motion carried.   

Alcohol Application-Blazin Wings, Inc d/b/a Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar:  Councilman Wright made motion to approve; seconded by Councilman Smith. Councilman Andrew opposes.  Motion carried.  Applicant: Kelvin Jones spoke and stated they (Blazin Wings, Inc. d/b/a Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar) are excited.  Good clean fun, entertainment for the whole family.   

Comments from Council 

Mayor Harley recognized Steve Ferguson -promotion to Sergeant position effective October 19, 2011.  Also, thanked Sara Caldwell for her participation and heading up the March of Dimes.   

Sergeant Reed reported that the Ga Chip was held on Saturday October 8; only serviced 28.  A lot of competition with the state fair, students on fall breaks.  Sgt. Reed stated he will work with the Houston County Board of Education so turn out will be better.  Seeking permission from Council to hold Ga Chip next year- March 10, 2012.   Sergeant Reed reported that there were 9 CPR graduates from the Valencia Circle neighborhood watch.     

Comments from Audience 

Jason Comer, 2922 Watson Blvd, Center Church, rent Galleria Conference Center each Sunday.  Looking for new location, requesting to use old Centerville Library to use facility.  Wanting to bring Center point Church to Centerville chose name because of Centerville.   Web address www.mycenterpoint.com.  Feels they (church) could be an asset to the community and beneficial.  Don’t know what future plans are for the old library building but would be open to talking and discussing issue.  Recommendation to use facility, work out an agreement.  Chose the name Center Point Church because they wanted to be in Centerville.  Provided a meal on September 11, 2011 on their opening service for public safety workers on shift. 

Mayor Harley mentioned that he supported the ESPLOST. 

Meeting adjourned at 6:08pm. 

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Mayor John R. Harley 

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Attest by City Clerk Krista Bedingfield 

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