July 18, 1968336
MINUTES OF MEETING OF THE COUPICIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS HAD AND
HELD ON JULY 18, 1968.
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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 18th
day of July, 1968. The following were present: Vice Mayor Paul Matthews, presiding,
and Aldermen: Kirby Leggett, C. T. Rodgers, R. L. Smith, 0. C. Haley, and Pritchard Horton;
and City Attorney R. E. '~~Ja11in.
Absent: Mayor Bob Eden and Alderman F. C. Weis.
It being determined a quorum was present, the following proceedings were had to-wit:
Minutes of Council Meeting on July 2, 1968, were approved as read.
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Alderman Rodgers stated the Privilege License Committee will present a report at the
next Council Meeting.
City Attorney~&Jallin informed the Council the resolutions requested on .July 2nd are
being prepared.
Alderman Horton requested an investigation be made as to taxi firms complying with
provisions of the ordinance regulating taxi operations.
Vice Mayor Matthews informed the Council the Park Commission is making a survey for
recommendations for next year's program. Alderman Haley complimented the volunteer ball
coaches for their outstanding work in the youth ball leagues.
Alderman Smith brought to the Council's attention information on the Urban Renewal Program
should be presented by the Planning Consultant, and moved that: The City Attorney be requested
to write Donald Manes & Associates requesting a progress report every 30 days. The motion
was seconded by Alderman Horton. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Leggett, Rodgers, Smith, Haley, and Horton.
Nay: None.
Inquiry was made by Alderman Smith as to the possibility of issuing revenue bonds for
construction of an auditorium rather than delaying the matter for a general obligation bond
issue. After discussion of feasibility as to available revenue and market for the bonds,
Alderman Smith requested research of the matter, and a committee be appointed to study the
problem.
Alderman Leggett reported the post office project is being held in abeyance until recommend
is received from the Chamber of Commerce committee.
No further business being presented, the meeting was adjourned.
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APPROVED: AUGUST 1, 1968