Regular Council Meeting

November 10, 2009

Meeting called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Tucker at 7:00pm.

Present were Mayor Pro Tem Edward Tucker, Councilman Cameron Andrews, Councilman Randall Wright, City Administrator Patrick Eidson and City Attorney Rebecca Tydings.  Absent:  Mayor Harold M. Edwards, Jr. (out of town; birth of grandson) and Councilman Robert Smith, Jr. (illness).

Invocation given by Councilman Andrews

Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilman Wright

Welcome extended to all by Mayor Pro Tem Tucker recognizing today as the 234^th birthday of the United States Marine Corp.  In addition, congratulated Mayor Elect John Harley.

Adoption of Minutes -Motion made by Councilman Andrews to adopt all minutes as written and as a group; seconded by Councilman Wright. Motion carried.

None

Fire Department: Removal of City Equipment from Inventory:  Motion made by Councilman Andrews to dispose of all equipment either by donation (hose cleaner and hose roller would be given to Dexter Volunteer Fire Department) or by sales; seconded by Councilman Wright.  Motion carried.

 Other items (FD freezer; Municipal Court – chair and utility table ok to be sold/disposed of by Dept. Head – included in motion.)

Municipal Court:  Removal of City Equipment from Inventory:   See above motion which includes Municipal Court equipment:  chair and utility table to be sold by Department Head – included in motion.

Discussion Animal Shelter:   City Attorney briefly updated to Council that she is working with Warner Robins City Attorney Jim Elliott.  There is no time frame for when additional space will be available because the City of Warner Robins is going to seek bids for construction of additional pods.   No action necessary.

Concrete Pad for Recycling Center:  Motion made by Councilman Wright to deny request to pour concrete pad at recycle center to park fire truck; seconded by Councilman Andrews.   Motion carried.

Update:  Storm Water Utility: - City Administrator Eidson updated Council on status of project.  A copy of the presentation is attached (short document) summarizing steps necessary to carry utility to implementation.  City Administrator Eidson reiterated to Council to read the document and bring questions and or comments to the work session next week (November 17, 2009) so an educated decision can be made to proceed or not.  No formal action taken.

G-RAMP Update: City Administrator Eidson updated Mayor and Council on meeting he attended on Tuesday at Middle GA Regional Commission.  Pointed out that the focus is shifting from a “Warner Robins project” to a “regional project”.   A copy of the presentation to include a table showing number of Robins Air Force Base jobs per county over the Middle GA area.   There was some discussion about financial participation in the Environmental Study estimated cost of $200,000 that could be based on the employment figures and then broken down within county further, possibly by population of cities and county.  In addition, a copy of summary document presented at the meeting that talks more about the G-RAMP concept was shared with council members (attached to these minutes).  No action necessary at this time.

Collins Avenue TE Project Contract:  Motion made by Councilman Wright authorizing City Administrator as signatory to execute contract on behalf of City; seconded by Councilman Andrews.  Motion carried.

Councilman Tucker talked about DDA’s plans for the holiday season.  Plans are to hold fundraisers to support nature center to include Christmas tree sales; light display in park/nature center; and memory tree.  Councilman Wright elaborated about the Memory Tree, the lights cost $5.00, lights can be purchased in honor/memory of someone.  The lighting of the tree will be December 4, 2009, City Hall, small reception to follow.  For further information individuals may contact DDA Chairman Jeanne Bauer, Councilman Edward Tucker, and Councilman Wright. 

DDA Chairman Jeanne Bauer reported that Larry Coy will deliver the Christmas trees within a 5 mile radius of Centerville. In addition, a rebate coupon will be given at the time of the tree purchase and if the tree is brought back for recycling, the purchaser will receive a $5.00 rebate.  Must have original rebate coupon in order to receive refund.

Mayor Pro Tem Tucker adjourned the meeting at 7:22 p.m.