April 7, 1971~o
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MET~IPHIS, ARKANSAS,
HELD AT THE CITY HALL IN SAID CITY ON THE 7TH DAY OF APRIL 1966
The City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, met in regular session at its
regular meeting place in West Memphis, Arkansas, at 3:00 o'clock P.M. on the 7th day of
April, 1966. The following were present: Mayor Bob Eden, City Attorney W. H. Dillahunty,
and Aldermen: Franklin Bassett, 0. I. Bollinger, R. C. Bowie, Kirby Leggett, Paul Matthews,
C. H. Rowton, and F. C. Weis.
Absent: Alderman Earl Felts.
It being determined a quorum was present, the following proceedings were had to-wit:
Minutes of Council Meeting on March 17, X966, were approved as read.
Mayor Eden informed the Council the Utility Commission had considered the request of
Mr. Abbott Widdicombe as to providing utilities upon the annexaticn to the City of Lakeshore
Estates Trailer Park, Recommendations of the Utility Commission were:
That the main water line be changed from a six to an eight inch line, and the lines within the
Development be six inch mains.
That the Developer install all water and sewer lines within the area in accordance with Utility
Commission standards and recommendations. '
The Utility Commission would pay to the Developer 75% of the revenue from water and sewerage
connections in the area until such time the water and sewer lines and treatment plant is repaid.
Streets in the Development are to be constructed according to city specifications at the expense
of the Developer.
The Utility Commission would pay for the construction of lines under the Interstate Highway.
City Attorney Dillahunty stated Mr. Pat Johnson, Engineer for the Utility Commission, will
contact the Insurance Rating Bureau as to question of fire trucks leaving the city limits to
reach the property if it is annexed.
The Council having been mailed copies of proposals from Ark-Cable, Inc. and West Memphis
TV Cable, Inc., City Attorney Dillahunty presented to each member of the Council a list of
comparisons of pertinent items of the two proposals. Mr. Ray Joseph of West Memphis TV Cable, Inc.
requested permission to submit a change in his proposal in Section 8 as to payments tp the City.
annually of 6~ or $1,000 per year whichever is greater. Mr. Joseph also brought to the Council's
attention his proposal states the rate schedule would be $4,00 per month and no installation fees.
Mr. V. E. Skillman, Jr. and Mr. C. B. Nance, Jr. spoke in behalf of proposal of Ark-Cable, Inc.,
Mr. Earl Hodges, one of the owners of Ark-Cable, Inc. was also present.
A lengthy discussion ensued as to financial statements of the corporations, number of channels
that would be available, definition of exclusive franchise, feasibility of more than one corporation
receiving franchise, percentages to be paid the City over various periods of years, negotiability as
to future payments, advantages to the City and to the citizen:<consumers of West Memphis. The
Council was informed an inquiry had also been received from Wynne, Arkansas, as to submitting a
proposal, but to date the proposal had not been received. Motion was made by Alderman Bowie: That
the City accept the proposal of West Memphis TV Cable, Inc, with new changes. The motion was
seconded by Alderman Matthews. Upon xdl call. vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Bassett, Bowie, and Matthews.
No: Alderman: Weis.
Aldermen Bollinger, Leggett, and Rowton abstained from voting.
The Mayor announced the motion had failed.
Thereupon, after discussion of terms, rate, charge, and franchise tax requirements, motion was
made by Alderman Bowie: That the Council receive sealed bids at 3 P.M. April 21, 1966, and acdept
the best bid. The motion was seconded by Alderman Bassett. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Bassett, Bollinger, Bowie, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, and Weis.
No: None.
Mayor Eden informed the Council the Census Bureau has requested a deposit of $2,020.00 be
sent to their Department for the Special Census,. which will then commence within 60 to 90 days.
Motion was made by Alderman Weis: That the Mayor be authorized to make expenditure of $2,020.00
for deposit for Special Census. The motion was seconded by Alderman Matthews. Upon vote, the
voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Bassett, Bollinger, Bowie, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, and Weis.
No: None.
The appointment of members of Board of Adjustment was held in abeyance until April 21st
Council Meeting.
Mayor Eden recommended the reappointment of the Electric Examiners Board. Motion was made
by Alderman Matthews: That Pat Johnson, C. V. Griffin, Leo Hicks, and Nolan Wheeler be reappointed
as members of the Electric Examiners Board. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Bassett, Hollinger, Bowie, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, and Weis.
No: None.
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The 1965 Audit of the City of West Memphis prepared by Harry F. Dodge & Associates,
Certified Public Accountant, was discussed as copies of the Audit had been distributed
previously to the Aldermen for study. Motion was made by Alderman Bollinger: That the
1965 Audit be accepted as presented. The motion was seconded by Alderman Rowton. Unon
vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Bassett, Bollinger, Bowie, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, and Weis.
No: None.
Mayor Eden brought to the Council's attention the zoning of sections of the area south
of Broadway from 8th Street to 17th Street that should be considered in the future for
rezoning to permit a wider scope of commercial development.
No further business being presented, the meeting was adjourned.
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APPROVED: APRIL 21, 1966