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11/03/2016 MINUTES WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL November 3, 2016 A regular meeting of the West Memphis City Council was held on Thursday, November 3,2016 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 205 S. Redding, West Memphis, Arkansas. Invocation was given by Pastor Larry Brown of 8th Street Mission. Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 1:35 p.m. Phillip Para, City Clerk, called the roll. Those present were: LMayor William H. Johnson, City Attorney David Peeples, City Treasurer Frank Martin and Councilors Melanie Hutchinson, Lorraine Robinson, Tracy Catt, James Pulliaum, Ramona Taylor, Helen Harris, James Holt. Marco Mc McClenden (arrived late) Absent were: Councilors Taz Tyrone and Willis Mondy. Quorum being present, Mayor Johnson proceeded with the meeting. BID OPENINGS NONE MINUTES Councilor Catt moved, seconded by Councilor Pulliaum to dispense with the reading of the Minutes of October 20, 2016 City Council Meeting and approve them as submitted. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. OLD BUSINESS 2nd READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 3.04 OF THE WEST MEMPHIS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE COLLECTION AND ENFORCEMENT OF THE ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION TAX AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES City Attorney David Peeples read the Ordinance for the SECOND TIME. NEW BUSINESS LCouncilor Pulliaum moved, seconded by Councilor Taylor to suspend the rules and read 0-1, 0-2 and 0-3 by title only. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. 0-1 AN ORDINANCE WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR AUDIO VISUAL UPGRADES AT THE EUGENE WOODS CIVIC CENTER TO BE PROVIDED BY DIVERSIFIED/TECHNICAL INNOVATIONS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. City Attorney David Peeples read the Ordinance for the FIRST TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on the second reading. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the SECOND TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on the third and final reading. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the THIRD and FINAL TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to approve the Ordinance. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The Ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2419 0-2 AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1299 KUHN ROAD, ALLOWING FUTURE EXPANSION OF A SANITARY LANDFILL, AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES, IN THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, CVE CONSERVATION EXTRA-TERRITORIAL, ZONING DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, CRITTENDEDN COUNTY, ARKANSAS. City Attorney David Peeples read the Ordinance for the FIRST TIME. Councilor Pulliaum Lmade a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on the second reading. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the SECOND TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on the third and final reading. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the THIRD and FINAL TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to approve the Ordinance. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The Ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2420 Councilor Marco McClenden arrived 0-3 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO THE POWER SUPPLY AGREEMENT WITH NRG POWER MARKETING, LLC. IN ORDER TO ALLOW SAID COMPANY TO SUPPLY POWER FOR THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES City Attorney David Peeples read the Ordinance for the FIRST TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on the second reading. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the SECOND TIME. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to further suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on the third and final reading. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the THIRD and FINAL TIME. Mayor Johnson asked for an explanation of the Ordinance prior to voting. Mr. John Rimmer General Manager of the West Memphis Utility office turned the floor over to Mr. Steve Stein, a representative for nFront Power Industry Consultants, for the explanation of the Request for Power Supply Proposal (RFP) process. The lowest bid was by the current energy provider for the City of West Memphis NRG at a 17% lower bid with a four-year contract. NRG has provided the power for the City of West Memphis since 2011. Mr. Rimmer said that the RFP was presented to the Utility Commission prior to the City Council Meeting for their approval to present to the City Council for final approval. further discussion Councilor Harris made a motion, seconded by Councilor Pulliaum, to After approve the Ordinance. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The Ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2421. Councilor McClendon moved, seconded by Councilor Pulliaum to adopt an Emergency Clause under Section 3 for Ordinance 0-3, because the reduced rate was only good for 24 hours. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. PERMISSION REQUEST PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS DATED OCTOBER 28, 2016 (SEE MATERIAL IN PACKETS) Councilor Harris made a motion, seconded by Councilor Pulliaum to approve the Planning Commission recommendations upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. ANNOUNCEMENTS Public Works- Councilor Taylor said Public Works met on Tuesday November 1, 2016 the recycle for October was 14,900 lbs. Southland Drive concrete has been poured and they will be starting on the shoulder work soon. The overlay was finished on October 24, 2016 and came in $12,000.00 dollars under budget. The sanitation department disposed of 700 tires in the last week and they have started to pick up some of the illegally dumped tires. The commission heard a presentation from QStar Tech about using security cameras to help curb the city's illegal dumping problem. Code Enforcement is conducting a City sweep to identify dilapidated structures that need to be addressed. Councilor Robinson said that she would like to see the east end of Broadway looking better, in an effort to improve the appearance for the people coming into the city to enjoy the bike trails. Airport Commission Councilor Robinson- presented the Airport Commission report. Councilor Robinson introduced Ms. Candra Suiter, Manager of the West Memphis Airport. Councilor Robinson reported that the Master Plan updates should be completed in the next few weeks. The amendment of the south apron expansion has been presented. The engineering fees were approved by the commission for this project for $420,798.00 dollars that is 11.9 % of the total projected cost of the project. Advertising and bidding will begin after January 1, 2017.The Airport Commission has approved installation of a new HVAC system for hanger two. BUDGET COMMISSION Councilor Catt presented the budget report. Councilor Catt said that the sales tax data is down compared to this time last year by 21,000.00 dollars, but is still well above the budget at $109,000.00 dollars. The sales tax from Southland Gaming has continued to grow and should come in at a projected amount of$450.000.00 dollars over the budget by the end of the year. Packages for budget have been given to all department heads. The packets will be returned to City Treasurer Frank Martin and a budget will be prepared and given to council members by the end of November. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilor Harris thanked everyone that contributed and participated in the Breast Cancer Race. Councilor Harris said due to the generous contributions made by Councilor Pulliaum, Councilor Mondy, Corner of Life and the Golden Senior Day Care they raised the most money for this area. Councilor Harris said the race was very successful. Councilor Harris announced that there will be a prayer brunch at Lake Grove Baptist Church on November 12, 2016 at 10: 00 am and invited everyone to come out and fellowship and eat. Councilor Pulliaum stated that he has had several inquiries into the status of the Roberta Jackson Neighborhood Center. Councilor Pulliaum said they are working on it. Counselor Pulliaum has solicited the help of Councilor Catt with getting the numbers together to be presented to individuals that have expressed an interest of commitment. Councilor Pulliaum is asking for everyone to be patient as they go through the process. CITIZENS REQUEST None Having no further business to come before the City Council, Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to adjourn. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 1:40 pm. PASSED and APPROVED THIS 17" day of November. 2016. William H. Johnson, ayor ATTEST: Phillip •. ., City Clerk Minutes prepared by Patricia Lane, Jr. Deputy City Clerk .rr�