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Council Meeting
January 3, 2002
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, January 3, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Adams presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor John Adams; Councilmen Bob Harris, Joel Hunnicutt, Sonny Copeland and Wayne Bullard; New Mayor Myron Crowe; New Councilmembers Marion Nelson and Terry Benjamin; City Manager, Danny Lucas; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: Fire Chief, J. C. Plair; Chamber Director, Bonnie Tindall; City Attorney, Willie Linahan.
Mayor Adams called the meeting to order, then led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Adams called on Baptist Minister, Rev. David Gordon, to give the invocation.
Visitors were welcomed and a quorum was established.
Council Harris made a motion to accept the December 6, 2001 minutes and the Budget Amendment Public Hearing on December 31, 2001, seconded by Council Copeland. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Adams asked Council if there were any questions on the bills. There were none.
There was no old business to discuss.
NEW BUSINESS:
Myron Crowe was sworn in by Rev. Clarence Jones, as Mayor of the City of Hahira.
Retiring Mayor, John Adams, presented Mayor Crowe with the gavel and keys to his office at City Hall.
Terry Benjamin was sworn in by Rev. Floyd Rose, as Councilman for District 1 of the City of Hahira.
Mr. M. C. Nelson was sworn in by Rev. David Gordon, as Councilman for District 4 of the City of Hahira.
Mayor Crowe thanked citizens for attending the meeting. He recognized retiring Mayor John Adams, Councilmen Bob Harris and Sonny Copeland for their dedicated service to the city and called for a round of applause from the citizens.
Mayor Crowe recommended Councilman Wayne Bullard for Mayor Pro-Tem. He called for nominations. Council Nelson nominated Wayne Bullard for Mayor Pro-Tem. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to close the nominations, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous. Council Nelson made a motion to elect Wayne Bullard for Mayor Pro-Tem, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe stated that he would bring this up at the February meeting, after he has met with the Councilmembers.
Mayor Crowe reported that the quote from Valdosta Blinds was for $1,579.41. There are 15 windows instead of 14. He received another quote from Kinblewood Blinds for $890.24 installed. He called on a motion to accept the bid. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to accept the bid for $890.24, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
John Thursby, Public Works Director, requested approval to attend a Public Works Officials meeting that would allow him to be certified as a Public Works personnel in Athens next week. Cost would be $245.00 plus the cost of certification. Council Bullard made a motion to let the Public Works Director go to the certification training school, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe asked for approval of the change orders for renovations to City Hall and the Police Department. Total cost would be $4,850.00. Council Bullard made a motion to go with the change orders, seconded by Council Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe called on City Manager, Danny Lucas to report on the contract.
Mr. Lucas stated that the current web site was established by former Mayor John Adams under the name of Hahira Web Creations. He read highlights of the services agreement. Cost would be $250.00 monthly for up-dates and maintenance, plus an additional charge of $25.00 per hour for any work requested by the city in excess of 10 hours on the site.
Mayor Crowe stated that he had checked with GMA and their costs would be $1,500.00 to start and $150.00 per hour. Mr. Adams has been doing this for several years at no charge to the city. He recommended accepting Hahira Web Creations agreement. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to accept Hahira Web Creations agreement, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion Followed. Councils Nelson, Bullard and Hunnicutt voted yes. Council Benjamin voted no. Motion passed.
Council Reports:
Council Benjamin thanked the citizens for their votes and for the turnout at the meeting, especially Rev. Floyd Rose for swearing him in. He also thanked his campaign manager, Karen Camion; Freeman Rivers and Ouida McKinney for their support.
Council Hunnicutt welcomed the new mayor and councilmen.
Council Bullard welcomed the new mayor and councilmen and thanked everyone for coming to the meeting. He welcomed them to come to the next month's meeting.
Council Nelson gave his appreciation to retiring Mayor Adams and Councilmen Bob Harris and Sonny Copeland.
Mayor Crowe asked for support from the citizens of Hahira. He stated that tonight opens a new chapter of a great book of a small town in south Georgia, which was established in 1891. Many people that live here have seen so many changes. We are in an exciting time in the life of this community. It is going to be an exciting time to serve the city.
He thanked former Mayor John Adams for all of the hours he worked for the city and for his help.
He also gave his appreciation to retiring Councilmen Sonny Copeland and Bob Harris for their work.
Mayor Crowe called for a motion to adjourn. Council Bullard made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Myron Crowe, Mayor Marilyn Brady, City Clerk
Council Meeting
February 7, 2002
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, February 7, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Crowe presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor Myron Crowe; Councilmen Wayne Bullard, Joel Hunnicutt, Terry Benjamin and M. C. Nelson; City Manager, Danny Lucas; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: Fire Chief, J. C. Plair; Better Hometown Program Director, Bonnie Tindall; City Attorney, Willie Linahan.
Mayor Crowe called the meeting to order. A quorum was established.
Mayor Crowe called on Council Bullard to lead the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the invocation by Council Terry Benjamin. Visitors were welcomed.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the January 3rd, 2002 Council Minutes. Council Nelson made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Council Bullard. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Crowe asked Council if there were any questions on the bills. There were none.
There was no old business to discuss.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Terry Davis requested approval to lease/purchase three (3) new patrol cars. This is a budgeted item. The low bid was from Clint Brannen Ford Motor Company of Unadilla for $5,338.21 per quarter for three years. Council Nelson made a motion to accept the bid for the Ford cars, seconded by Council Bullard. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
B. Consent Agenda:
Mayor Crowe reported that the Town Hall
Meetings would be on March 4, June 3, September 9, and December 2. (List
attached)
Mayor Crowe called on City Manager, Danny
Lucas, to report on the termite damage. Costs to repair the damage would be
$4,685.50, which would include repairs inside the courthouse.
Council Bullard made a motion to accept the 9 items as discussed, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
BHT Program Director, Bonnie Tindall, presented
the logo for the BHT Program. The design was produced by the University of
Georgia. She sent in three reports last year. Also reported that there would
be an egg hunt on March 23rd at the Pick-In park. Arbor Day will be
next Friday at Hahira Middle School at 2:00 P.M. Open House at City Hall will
be next Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M., with a ribbon cutting at 2:30 P.M. Ms.
Tindall reported on the Nutrition Program.
The Downtown Development Authority submitted
seven names to Council to fill three positions. Each Council member selected
three from list of seven. The three names with the most votes were recommended
to fill positions. Mayor Crowe recommended Mr. H. M. Barfield, Gwen Couch and
Marshal Ingram for nomination to the DDA and called for a motion. Council
Bullard made a motion to accept his recommendation, seconded by Council
Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, reported that there
were four (4) bids received. Mayor Crowe recommended Mike Dane Enterprises to
do the custodial work and called for a motion. Council Benjamin made a motion
to let Mike Dane Enterprises do the custodial work, seconded by Council
Bullard. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe reported on two proposals for the audio system and recommended the bid from Rutland's of Valdosta for $4,685.00. He called on a motion to let Rutland's do the work and to use the $2,000.00 that was donated by the Honey Bee Committee and the balance to come from SPLOST funds. Council Bullard made a motion to allow Rutland's to install the audio system, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
Reports:
Councilman Terry Benjamin had no report but mentioned going to the GMA Conference in Atlanta was very informative.
Council Hunnicutt had no report but also stated the same about the GMA Conference.
Council Bullard reported that the city was working on the ditches.
Council Nelson stated that he enjoyed working
with the Fire Chief and Police Chief and had learned a lot from them.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, reported on the water tank to be built at the new North Lowndes Recreational Facility.
The city sent out letters for the open house at
City Hall to be held on February 17th from 2-4 PM.
Mayor Myron Crowe reported that he enjoyed attending Mayor's Day Conference in Atlanta, learning about city work and fellowship with other officials.
Feb. 17 will be Open House at City Hall; March 4 will be a Town Hall Meeting. He encouraged everyone to attend.
Mayor Crowe asked for a motion for adjournment regular meeting and ask Council to enter into a executive session. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Myron Crowe, Mayor Marilyn Brady, City Clerk
Council Meeting
March 7, 2002
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, March 7, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Crowe presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor Myron Crowe; Councilmen Wayne Bullard, Joel Hunnicutt, Terry Benjamin and M. C. Nelson; City Manager, Danny Lucas; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: City Attorney, Willie Linahan.
Mayor Crowe called the meeting to order. A quorum was established.
Mayor Crowe called on Council Nelson to lead the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the invocation by Mr. Wilmon Stanley. Visitors were welcomed.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the February 7, 2002 Council Minutes. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to approve the minutes as written, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Crowe asked Council if there were any questions on the bills. There were none.
There was no old business to discuss.
NEW BUSINESS:
None
Mayor Crowe read a list of the holidays for 2002.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, reported on Ordinance 02-01 to amend subdivision regulations, article VI, minimum improvements, City of Hahira, adopted July 13, 1989, by adding Appendix A.
Representatives of Teen Explosion asked Council for a Proclamation declaring March 16th as "Drug and Tobacco Free Day" in Hahira. Mayor Crowe read the proclamation.
Mayor Crowe explained the change order, which would increase the contract amount by $1,900.00.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, reported that the Federal Emergency Agency requires that states implement statewide, written, mutual aid agreements to be eligible for federal emergency funds to reimburse jurisdictions to pay for outside mutual aid assistance.
f) Allow City Manager to negotiate Utility Service Agreement with Union Road Mobile Home Park
Mayor Crowe reported that this was an agreement with Mr. Raymond Blanchard and Mr. J. C. Cowart to run water lines to the mobile home park for 44 units. Mr. Cowart would pay to run the water lines into the park. This agreement would give the city manager the authority to negotiate with Mr. Cowart.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the consent agenda. Council Benjamin made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
The Hahira Chamber, through the Executive Committee, has voted to disband the Hahira Chamber. The Chamber has written a check for approximately $5,200.00 to be presented to the Better Hometown Program. Mayor Crowe recommended accepting the money and designate it to the Better Hometown Program. Council Bullard made a motion to accept the money, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe reported that the car used in the Nutrition Program needed to be fixed so that it could be used by the Nutrition Site Director, as she has been using her own car to deliver meals. Tomlinson Body Shop would fix the car at a cost of $2,523.30. The city's insurance is $1,000.00 deductible. Mayor Crowe stated that we need to get the car back in service. Council Bullard made a motion to repair the nutrition car, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, reported on landscaping and an irrigation system for Smith Park. There were three bids received:
Morey Construction - $2,974.40 (does not include irrigation)
M. P. Landscaping - $4,050.00 landscaping, $3,725.00 irrigation - Total $8,050.00
Quality Irrigation - $8,660.05
City Manager recommended Quality Irrigation.
Council Bullard made a motion to table this, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
REPORTS:
Council Benjamin had no report, but encouraged Teen Explosion to continue with their program and to influence their peers in the right direction.
Council Hunnicutt encouraged all citizens to come to the Town Hall Meetings and to have more participation and discussion at the meetings.
Council Nelson had no report.
Council Bullard reported that there was a good turnout at the Town Hall Meeting and he also encouraged citizens to attend the meetings, as well as the regular Council Meetings. He also reported that he, the Mayor and City Manager, enjoyed going to Wild Adventures today.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, also stated his appreciation to Teen Explosion and encouraged them to continue with the good work.
He stated that citizens have asked about using the tennis courts at the middle school. He has asked Ms. Vickie O'Brian to make a report on this and to see if citizens are interested. If there is a need, tennis courts, with lighting, will be added to the North Lowndes Recreational Facility.
He asked citizens who have high water bills to come by City Hall and pick up the document titled "Every Drop Counts", which would help them to reduce their wasted water.
Mayor Crowe thanked all citizens who attended the Town Hall Meeting and asked everyone to invite someone to the next meeting.
Mayor Crowe asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Meeting adjourned at 8:08 P.M.
Myron Crowe, Mayor Marilyn Brady, City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, April 4, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Crowe presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor Myron Crowe; Councilmen Wayne Bullard, Joel Hunnicutt, Terry Benjamin and M. C. Nelson; City Manager, Danny Lucas; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: Fire Chief, J. C. Plair; Bonnie Tindall, Better Hometown Program Director; City Attorney, Willie Linahan's representative Rob Plumb.
Mayor Crowe called the meeting to order. A quorum was established.
Mayor Crowe called on Council Hunnicutt to lead the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the invocation by Council Benjamin. Visitors were welcomed.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the March 7, 2002 Council Minutes. Council Bullard made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Crowe asked Council to review the bills.
There was no old business to discuss.
PUBLIC HEARING
Rezoning Request - Bill Gandy/Tricon Development P.C. File #HA-2002-01
Ms. Loretta Riggins, Current Planner with the Greater Lowndes Planning Commission reported on Bill Gandy's request to rezone 1.0268 acres from Single Family Residential (R-10) to Single Family Residential (R-6). The property is located north of East Coleman Drive and west of Lafayette Street. Applicant proposes to build five single family homes on the site. The average size lot being 8,952.8 sq ft. even though R-6 allows a home to be a minimum of 800 sq ft, Mr. Gandy is requesting approval for a "site specific" plan with each home being a minimum of 1,200 sq ft, which exceeds the R-10 requirement of a minimum of 1,000 sq ft. Staff recommendation and the Planning Commission found it consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommended approval.
Mayor Crowe asked for those in favor of the request to speak.
Mr. Bill Gandy, 705 Cranford Ave., Valdosta, GA, spoke in favor of the request. He stated that it would be an asset to Hahira. The houses will not be small, but of reasonable size.
Mayor Crowe asked for those against the request to speak. There was no response.
Council Bullard made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
End
NEW BUSINESS:
Public Works Director, John Thursby, asked for approval to attend the GRWA Conference in Jekyll Island. This would allow him to get points for certification, which is required by the State of Georgia. This is a budgeted item. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
B Consent Agenda
Mayor Crowe reported on the credit application which would give Police Chief, Davis, and Better Hometown Program Director, Bonnie Tindall, the authority to purchase items for the city.
BHT Director, Bonnie Tindall, read the Proclamation declaring April 21 through April 27, as "Keep Hahira Clean and Beautiful Week" and urged all citizens to assist in making Hahira a more beautiful, healthful, and inviting place to live, work and play.
Mayor Crowe reported that Fire Chief Plair and BHT Director Bonnie Tindall, have been working on the grant application.
Mayor Crowe reported that the upstairs rooms have been divided into several offices. One will be used for meetings. Items needed for the meeting room are: A table, chairs, refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, and a small cabinet for the microwave.
Council Benjamin made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda items, seconded by Council Bullard. Vote was unanimous.
C "Bring a Friend to Court" - Vickie O'Brien
Ms. O'Brien stated that she was representing a group of people who were interested in having tennis courts for the new recreational facility. A clinic will be held on Saturday for those interested. This will be at the tennis courts at the Hahira Middle School. Tennis pros from Valdosta will be there. She invited everyone to attend and show their support. It will be a fun day for everyone.
Mayor Crowe reported that Police Officer Shannon Kingston had recently graduated with honors from the Police Academy and was the first female Police officer for the City of Hahira. Mayor Crowe administered the Oath of office to Ms. Kingston.
BHT Director, Bonnie Tindall, reported that the Eggarama was held on Saturday, March 23rd. at the Pick-In Park area. There were sponsors for the event, which did not cost the Better Hometown Program or the City anything. There were 16 volunteers who helped with the project. There were 320 "Licensed Hunters" from ages 3 and under to 10 years old, 20 games for ages 11 and 12, and 200 parents attended. She welcomed any new ideas from citizens for the next Eggarama.
Mayor Crowe reported that this had been in the budget for several years. The city received three bids:
Bass Auto Restoration - $12,807.00
Kelly Classics - $ 5,300.00
Mallory's Body Shop - $ 7,491.77
Council Bullard made a motion to accept the bid from Mallory's Body Shop, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Public Utilities Director, John Thursby, reported that there were 18 bids received. He recommended the bid from Beck Motors in Albany for $119,261.00. This is a budgeted item. Council Nelson made a motion to purchase the truck, seconded by Council Bullard. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
Public Utilities Director, John Thursby, reported on the relocation of a utility pole and guide wire. The light pole is located on Hagan Bridge Road. It was installed to support the school flashing sign required by the D.O.T. The guide wire was installed on property belonging to Lois Bellflower without her permission. Ms. Bellflower wants the guide wire removed from her property. He recommended removing the guide wire at a cost of $1,013.00. Council Benjamin made a motion to move the pole, seconded by Council Bullard. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe reported that "Citizens wishing to be heard" had been deleted from the Agenda in the previous administration. A Meeting Procedures was established in February 1998 and amended August 5, 1999. The current Mayor/Council has scheduled Town Hall Meetings quarterly, so that local citizens can voice their concerns. He asked for Council's comments. Council Benjamin stated that "Citizens wishing to be heard" should be put on the agenda every month. If it is on a trial basis, that would be fine. Council Bullard stated his ideas. Council Nelson stated that he would like to see it stay as it is now, but if there is an alternative, go with every other meeting. Council Benjamin made a motion to put "Citizens wishing to be heard" on the agenda every month as in the past and follow previous guidelines and allow 3 to 5 minutes, to be on a trial period for 1 year, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Councils Benjamin and Hunnicutt voted yes. Councils Nelson and Bullard voted no. Mayor Crowe voted no. Motion died.
Reports:
Council Benjamin reported that he was deeply saddened at the report. He stated that he was glad to see the city workers clean up South Hall Street, and the trimming and edging on the sidewalks. He congratulated Shannon Kingston on being the first woman to serve on the Hahira Police force.
He thanked the citizens for coming to the council meeting.
Council Hunnicutt reported that he was happy to see the city workers cleaning the parks around town.
Council Bullard stated the city needed to start mowing. Public Utilities Director, Thursby, stated that it had already begun.
Council Nelson also congratulated Shannon Kingston. He stated that he had enjoyed the recent trip to Perry, which was for two days training.
Standard Contractors has completed their work a month before schedule. They hope to complete the Union Road Mobile Home Park project next week.
We will soon start on the Park Street Project, streetscape project, 250,000 gallon water tank, water lines on Union Road, working on the North Lowndes Recreation Facility. He encouraged everyone to come to the Town Hall meetings and appreciate the attendance at the council meeting.
Mayor Crowe asked for a motion to end the session. Council Bullard made a motion to end the session, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Council Meeting ended at 8:25 P.M.
Myron Crowe, Mayor Marilyn Brady, City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, May 2, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Crowe presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor Myron Crowe; Councilmen Wayne Bullard, Joel Hunnicutt, Terry Benjamin and M. C. Nelson; City Manager, Danny Lucas; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: Fire Chief, J. C. Plair; Bonnie Tindall, Better Hometown Program Director.
Mayor Crowe called the meeting to order. A quorum was established.
Mayor Crowe called on Council Bullard to lead the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the invocation by Wilmon Stanley. Visitors were welcomed.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the April 4, 2002 Council Minutes. Council Bullard made a motion to accept the minutes as written, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Crowe asked Council to review the bills.
There was no old business to discuss.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Terry Davis requested approval to purchase the uniforms. This is a budgeted item. Cost would be approximately $3,200.00.
Chief Davis also requested approval to purchase two bulletproof vests. Cost would be about $800.00. The city can get a grant for 50% of the cost from GMA.
Council Nelson made a motion to purchase the uniforms and vests, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
B/ Consent Agenda
Ms. Register has agreed to serve another 5-year term on the Housing Authority Board.
Mayor Crowe reported that the city has gone through the process for the water and sewer and the streets. Everything is in order; forms have been signed from the city and county.
Mayor Crowe reported that the change order would be for refinishing the floors at the courthouse at a cost of $2,875.00. Tricon Development to do the work.
Better Hometown Director, Bonnie Tindall, read the proclamation with Mayor Crowe finishing the last few lines. Councilman Bullard stated that there would be hot dogs, etc. served after the service for everyone.
BHT Director, Bonnie Tindall, read the proclamation, with Mayor Crowe finishing the last few lines, declaring the week of May 19-25 as Emergency Medical Services Week. Representatives of the EMS were present as Mayor Crowe stated his appreciation for their work.
Mayor Crowe called on Mr. Richard Shelton, Lowndes County Solicitor General, to come forward as he read the resolution. Mr. Shelton briefed Council on the work he would be doing in the city as Recorder's Court Prosecutor.
Council Benjamin made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda, seconded by Council Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
BHT Director, Bonnie Tindall, reported on the Clean-Up Day and thanked Mayor and Council and everyone who helped with the clean-up.
BHT Director, Bonnie Tindall, reported that the first Market Day would be Saturday, June 8th from 8 AM to 12 noon. There will be a 5-K run starting at 8 AM.
Mayor Crowe reported that the city had been working on an ordinance for motorized carts in the city and had contacted several other cities in reference to their ordinances on motorized carts. He asked City Manager, Danny Lucas, to read the highlights of the ordinance to the citizens. Council Nelson made a motion to approve the ordinance as read, seconded by Council Benjamin. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
City Manager, Danny Lucas, reported that the heating/cooling system at City Hall would be replaced with a new unit. Two bids were received. Council Hunnicutt made a motion to accept the bid from Coombs Heating and Air Conditioning, seconded by Council Bullard. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe read a letter from Sheila Warren, requesting the use of the recreation center. Ms. Sheila Warren briefed Council on the plans for the summer program. Council Bullard made a motion to allow them to use the Community Center for the summer program, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
REPORTS:
Council Benjamin reported that the Clean-Up Day on Saturday was a success. He thanked Public Works Director, John Thursby, and BHT Director, Bonnie Tindall for their work. He also thanked the Public Works Department on mowing the sides of roads in the city.
Council Hunnicutt echoed the same.
Council Bullard stated he was out of town on Clean-Up day, but he appreciated all of the citizens who helped. He also thanked the city workers who cooked on that day.
Council Nelson also commended the helpers.
City Manager, Danny Lucas reported that he had spoken to the Teen Explosion group on Sunday.
Mayor Crowe reported that the parks looked good. The Tennis Clinic has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 11th. On May 23rd, the city will honor the teachers at the Hahira schools, by serving lunch at the Hahira United Methodist Church. The next Town Hall Meeting will be held on June 3rd at the Hahira Middle School.
Mayor Crowe called for a motion to adjourn, as there was no further business to discuss. Council Bullard made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Meeting ended at 8:30 P.M.
Myron Crowe, Mayor Marilyn Brady, City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, June 6, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Crowe presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor Myron Crowe; Councilmen Wayne Bullard, Joel Hunnicutt, Terry Benjamin and M. C. Nelson; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: Fire Chief, J. C. Plair; Bonnie Tindall, Better Hometown Program Director; City Attorney, Willie Linahan.
Mayor Crowe called the meeting to order. A quorum was established.
Mayor Crowe called on Council Bullard to lead the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the invocation by Councilman Hunnicutt. Visitors were welcomed.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the May 2, 2002 Council Minutes. Council Bullard made a motion to accept the minutes as written, seconded by Council Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Crowe asked Council to review the bills.
Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber Report - Bubba Campbell/Myrna Ballard
Myrna Ballard, President of the Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce, gave a progress report on the Chamber of Commerce from January 1997 - June 6, 2002. Some of the "Highlights for 2001" were: Completed the seventh annual Business Retention and Expansion Program, Made "Drugs Don't Work" a regional program, Coordinated South Georgia's Business EXPO 2001 at the Conference Center, initiated the regional Triple Crown Hometowns economic development program, increased Chamber membership, and many other programs.
Mayor Crowe stated that he appreciated everything that the Chamber has done.
PUBLIC HEARING
(A) HA-2002-04 Consider Amendment to Approve Overlay District - Dr. Ben Moye - E. Stanfill St.
Ms. Sherry Davidson, Current Planner, Greater Lowndes Planning Commission, reported that Ben Moye is requesting an amendment to the Planned Development Overlay District (Audubon Heights subdivision) that was approved April 5, 2001. The subject property contains 35.17 acres and was approved for a mixed residential development consisting of site-built single-family and multi-family housing. Subject property is located on the north side of East Stanfill Street and the east side of North Church Street. The applicant is proposing to amend the minimum setback requirements on many of the single-family lots in the Audubon Heights Subdivision, also minor changes to the overall design which includes additional green space and a reduction in the number of lots from 101 to 98. The Planning Commission recommended approval.
Mayor Crowe asked for those in favor of the request to speak. There was no response.
Mayor Crowe asked for those against the request to speak. There was no response.
Council Bullard made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
(B) HA-2002-03 Consider Variance to Side Yard Setback Requirements - Bernie Brigman - 209 N. Lowndes
St.
Ms. Sherry Davidson reported that Brigman & Brigman Cabinets, Inc., is requesting a variance to the front yard setback requirement in a Light Manufacturing (M-1) zoning district. The property is located on the NW corner of the intersection of N. Lowndes St. and W. Lawson St. The applicant is proposing to reconstruct a 30'X50' building on the property. Side yard setback requirements from the centerline of the street right-of-way shall be equal to 80% of that required of a front yard setback for that district. Applicant would need a 4 foot variance from Lawson Street. The Planning Commission recommended approval.
Mayor Crowe asked for those in favor of the request to speak. There was no response.
Mayor Crowe asked for those against the request to speak. There was no response.
Council Nelson made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe reported on the request for a beer/wine license. The Police investigation report was O.K. Council Bullard made a motion to approve the request, seconded by Council Nelson. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe reported that the request had gone through the same procedure as the above and the police report was good. Council Bullard made a motion to approve, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
End
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Terry Davis reported that Police Chief's are required to have 20 hours training each year. This year's training conference will be from July 20 through July 25th. This is a budgeted item.
Public Works Director, John Thursby, asked Council to approve an ordinance that every service connection to the potable water system must be metered. This includes all residential, commercial, fire suppression systems, irrigation systems, or any type of water consumption system connected to the potable water system.
Public Works Director, Thursby, asked for approval to have water lines photographed for repairs, which is part of a Consent Order from the EPD. This is a mandatory item and has to be reported quarterly.
Public Works Director, Thursby, recommended approval of the irrigation well.
Mayor Crowe reported on the resolution to change signatures.
Mayor Crowe reported on the revised guidelines and fees.
City Attorney, Willie Linahan, reported on the SPLOST V agreement.
Mayor Crowe asked for a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Council Benjamin made a motion to approve as stated, seconded by Council Bullard. Discussion followed. Vote was unanimous.
Mayor Crowe reported that Council had reviewed several applications. He asked for Council's comments and suggestions. Council Bullard made a motion to hire Bonnie Tindall as City Manager, seconded by Council Nelson. Discussion followed. Councils Nelson, Bullard and Hunnicutt voted yes. Council Benjamin abstained. Motion passed.
REPORTS:
Council Benjamin reported on the Teachers Appreciation dinner in which he, the Mayor and other Council members served lunch to all of the teachers who attended. Everyone enjoyed the lunch.
Mayor Crowe asked Bonnie Tindall to read a letter from Dr. Sanchez, principal at Hahira Middle School, Faye Wisenbaker, Counselor, and Karen Hornsby, Media Specialist, thanking them for the teachers luncheon.
Bonnie Tindall also thanked Downhome Pizza, The Sissy Shop Too and the Better Hometown Program for door prizes.
Council Hunnicutt had no report.
Council Bullard reported that the city looked better. He thanked John Thursby and his workers.
Council Nelson thanked Sheila Warren for the Outreach Program and the meal. He enjoyed it very much.
Bonnie Tindall reported that Market Days would be on Saturday, June 8 and 22, July 6 and 20 from 8 until noon at the red caboose. The 5K run will be on June 8th.
Mayor Crowe congratulated Bonnie Tindall on her new appointment as City Manager.
Mayor Crowe called for a motion to adjourn. Council Bullard made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Benjamin. Vote was unanimous.
Council Meeting ended at 8:30 P.M.
Myron Crowe, Mayor Marilyn Brady, City Clerk
The City Council of the City of Hahira met in regular session on Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 7:30 P.M. at the Courthouse with Mayor Crowe presiding.
PRESENT: Mayor Myron Crowe; Councilmen Wayne Bullard, Joel Hunnicutt, Terry Benjamin and M. C. Nelson; City Manager, Bonnie Tindall; Clerk, Marilyn Brady; Public Utilities Director, John Thursby; Police Chief, Terry Davis: City Attorney, Willie Linahan.
Mayor Crowe called the meeting to order. A quorum was established.
Mayor Crowe called on Council Bullard to lead the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the invocation by Mr. Wilmon Stanley. Visitors were welcomed.
Mayor Crowe called on a motion to approve the June 6, 2002 Council Minutes. Council Benjamin made a motion to approve the minutes as written, seconded by Council Hunnicutt. Vote was unanimous.
Review of bills: Mayor Crowe asked Council if there were any questions on the bills. There were none.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mayor Crowe reported that Council had discussed the account and had decided to close the Sav-A-Ton bill.
Public Works Director, John Thursby, reported that this was phase 2 training for his certification.
c) NPDES Permit for City of Hahira
Public Works Director, Thursby, reported that the EPD required the wastewater tests.
Mayor Crowe stated that this would be discussed later at the meeting. (Not to be included in the Consent Agenda items)
Mayor Crowe reported that the Steakhouse Grill owners requested that the city remove four to seven of the crepe myrtle trees that are planted alongside the highway. Council asked the Mayor and City Manager to review the landscape plans with the owners and to decide on the removal of the trees.
Public Works Director, Thursby, reported that two flow meters would be $800.00 each.
Mayor Crowe stated that two bids were received on the project. JCI General Contractors bid was $332,227.67. Standard Contractors bid was $277,522.03. The City Engineers reviewed the bids and recommended Standard Contractors with additive #2 included.
Mayor Crowe reported on the Department of Transportation's request, which would be for 60 ft. of right of way on W. Park Stree