August 1, 1968~~~
MINUTES OF MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS HAD AND
HELD ON AUGUST 1, 1968.
The City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, met in regular session at
its regular meeting place in ldest Memphis, Arkansas, at 3:00 o'clock p.m, on the 1st day
of August, 1968. The following were present: Mayor Bob Eden, presiding, and Aldermen:
~. T. Rodgers,,_R. L. Smith, F. C. Weis, 0. C. Haley, Pritchard Horton, Kirby Leggett, and
Paul P",atthews; and City Attorney R. E. ?rTallin.
Absent: None.
It being determined a quorum was present the following proceedings were had to-wit:
Minutes of Council Meeting on July 18th were approved as road.
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City Attorney 4lallin presented the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, 0. I. Bollinger served as a member of the West Memphis City Council for a
period of thirty-two years; and
ti~REA$, during this tenure of office, 0. I. Bollinger faithfully performed his duties
as a member of the West Memphis City Council; and
t4HEREAS, the City of West Memphis greatly benefited from the devoted services of
0. I. Hollinger, and it is therefore the intention of the City Council of the City of West Memphis
to establish a facility in the City of West Memphis in order that the name of this outstanding
civic leader be honored by the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of West Memphis, that that
property lying west of the Eugene Woods Civic Center, presently known as Hospital Field, be and
the same shall hereafter be known as 0. I. Bollinger Field, as a tribute for services rendered
to the City of 6aest Memphis, and order that. this Resolution be made a part of the official
minutes of this meeting and that a copy thereof be delivered to Mrs. 0. I. Hollinger.
Thereupon, motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Alderman Leggett: That the resolution
be adopted as presented. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Rodgers, Smith, Weis, Haley, Horton, Leggett, and Matthews.
Nay: None.
Mayor Eden informed the Council the 1962 pickup truck used by the canine patrol has to be
overhauled at a cost of approximately $500 to $600.00, and he was of the opinion it would be
profitable for the City to purchase a new truck for the Building Inspector and transfer his
truck to the other department. After discussion, motion was made by Alderman Weis, seconded
by Alderman Leggett: That the Mayor be authorized to advertise for bids for a pickup truck,
said bids to be received on September 5th. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Rodgers, Smith, Weis, Haley, Horton, Leggett, and Matthews.
Nay: None.
The election of an Alderman to fill the unexpired term of the late 0. I. Bollinger was the
next order of business. Alderman Matthews recommended Mr. H. R. Dabbs be elected to serve the
unexpired term as Alderman of Ylard 2. The motion was seconded by Alderman 'rJeis. Upon roll call
vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Smith, Weis, Haley, Horton, Leggett, and Matthews.
Nay: Alderman Rodgers.
Alderman Rodgers elaborated on his vote.
Thereupon, the Mayor announced the majority of the Council had voted in favor of the election
of Mr. Dabbs.
The privilege license committee composed of Aldermen Rodgers, Smith, and Leggett presented
recommendations for privilege licenses. Chairman Rodgers stated the committee had studied licenses
in six other cities and had made adjustments in the present schedule, but had not increased the
categories. After discussion of the matter, Alderman Weis requested copy of the recommendations
be sent to each Alderman for study.
Mayor Eden informed the Council paving of Ingram Blvd. from Broadway to the bayou is the
next phase in the Ingram Blvd. project, and 8" concrete will cost an estimated $33,000 or soil
cement will cost approximately $27,000 plus concrete curb and gutters. The Mayor explained
sidewalks will not be included in the estimated costs, Matching Funds are. not aailable for the
project, and due to the procedure of payments the State Turn-Back Funds will be approximately
$10,000 less than 1967. After discussion, motion was made by Alderman Matthews, seconded by
Alderman Haley: That the Mayor be authorized to advertise for bids for concrete paving on
Ingram Blvd. from Broadway to the Bayou, said bids to be received at the first meeting in
September. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Aye: Aldermen: Smith, Weis, Haley, Horton, Leggett, ;>.r_d Matthews, and Rodgers.
Nay: None.
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Alderman Rodgers brought to the Council's attention the requirement that the City Treasurer
submit a full financial report every quarter. After discussion as to the annual audit, it was
concensus of opinion that a copy of the bookkeeper's monthly financial statement be sent to the
Aldermen.
The Mayor commented to the Council Mr. Donald Maness will present a report at the August 15th
meeting.
= Alderman Horton presented complaints on the resurfacing of streets in the Eastern Section of
the City. The Mayor informed the Council protests had been made to the Contractor, O'Neal Paving
Company. -•
Alderman Horton also advocated permanent improvements for a park with picnic area. The Jaycee
Park on the South Service Road, the property east bf Leggett Esso Station, and an area across the
levee at the foot of 8th Street suggested by Mayor Eden were discussed.
Upon request of Alderman Smith as to the status of territory to be annexed to the City,
Mayor Eden reported on proceedings pending in Crittenden County Court prior to action by the City.
No further business being presented, the meeting was adjourned.
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ATTEST:,
APPROVED: AUGUST 15, 1968