June 23, 2005MINUTES
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 23, 2005
A regular meeting of the West Memphis City Council was held on Thursday, June 23, 2005 at
1:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 205 S. Redding, West Memphis, Arkansas.
Mayor William H. Johnson presided.
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Reverend David Moose of Rosewood
United Methodist Church offered prayer. Phillip Para, City Clerk called the roll. Those present
were: Mayor William H. Johnson, City Attorney David Peeples, City Treasurer Frank Martin and
Councilors: James Holt, Harold Thomas, Joyce Gray, Loraine Robinson, Vickie Robertson,
Ramona Taylor, and Helen Harris. Absent: Councilor Clarence Davis, Herman Coleman, and
Marko McClendon.
BID OPENINGS
Bids for West Memphis Utilities -Five (5) 250 KVA Single Phase Padmount Transformers were
opened at 1:00 p.m. and copies of the bid tabulations were given to the City Council. Councilor
Taylor moved, seconded by Councilor Thomas to accept the bids and refer them to the Utility
Commission for final disposition. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. (Copies of bid
tabulations attached)
Bids for the Street Department -One mid size ride-on sweeper were opened at 1:00 p.m. and
copies of the bid tabulations were given to the City Council. Councilor Hams moved, seconded
by Councilor Taylor to accept the bids and refer them to the Public Works Committee for final
disposition. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. (Copies of bid tabulations attached)
Mayor Johnson welcomed the Crittenden County Leadership Group. He thanked them for being
there and also for participating in the leadership program.
Mayor Johnson read a Proclamation proclaiming the week of June 12 -18, 2005 as Youth in
Mission Week. Mayor Johnson said there were 116 youth here that week and provided
assistance to low to moderate income senior citizens.
Mayor Johnson read and presented a Proclamation to the World Changers proclaiming the week
of June 18 - 25, 2005 as World Changers Week in West Memphis. Mayor Johnson said this is
the eleventh year for the World Changers to be in West Memphis and thanked the 270 young
people from around the country that are here providing assistance to low to moderate senior
citizens.
MINUTES
Councilor Taylor moved, seconded by Councilor Holt to dispense with the reading of the minutes
of June 2, 2005 and approve as submitted. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous.
OLD BUSINESS None
NEW BUSINESS
Councilor Thomas moved, seconded by Councilor Robinson, to suspend the rules and the titles
of Ordinance O-1 and Resolution R-1 be read by title only. Upon voice vote, the voting was
unanimous.
O-1 An Ordinance to amend Section 8.04.110 of the West Memphis Municipal Code
regarding the collection of material other than garbage and to abolish Ordinance Number 1892.
City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the FIRST time.
R-1 A Resolution certifying the amounts of liens imposed on certain properties for amass
cutting and cleaning litter and debris contracted by the City of West Memphis pursuant to
Ordinance No. 1385.
City Attorney Peeples read the Resolution. Councilor Taylor moved, seconded by Councilor
Robinson to approve the resolution. Discussion was held regarding this lien was for one grass
cutting at Mayfair apartments that are in foreclosure. Upon voice vote, the voting was
unanimous. The Resolution was adopted and assigned No. 1818.
PERMISSION REQUESTS
Councilor Robinson moved, seconded by Councilor Taylor to give permission for the mayor to
sign the MPO Contrail. Eddie Brawley, Diredor of MPO came forward and explained the
contract was extended each year and this year was $1,000 less than last year. He also explained
the duties of the MPO. Upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows:
AYES: Holt, Thomas, Robinson, Taylor, and Hams
NAYS: Gray
Councilor Robertson passed.
Mayor Johnson voted "yes". The motion carried.
Councilor Robinson moved, seconded by Councilor Taylor to approve payment in the amount of
$59,476.25 to OMI for operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant for the month of July. Upon
voice vote, the voting was unanimous.
Councilor Hams moved, seconded by Councilor Taylor to give permission for the mayor to get
appraisals and quotes for two city owned buildings at E. Broadway and 25th (the old branch
library) and 111 S. 2nd (the old utility building).
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Fire Commission -Councilor Thomas reported they discussed repairs needed at the fire stations
and the possibility of drafting an ordinance that would direct some of the insurance monies
collected be directed to the Fire Department budget.
Park Commission -Councilor Holt asked Park Director Lorenzo Parker to update the council on
the Literacy Festival and other activities at our parks.
Utility Commission -Councilor Thomas reported they awarded the low bid on the trencher and
the sewer pump station.
Airport Commission -Councilor Robinson reported the Master Plan update should be completed
next month.
Police Commission to meet tomorrow.
Advertising 8 Promotion -Councilor Taylor reported the Freedom Festival to be held Saturday,
June 25th beginning at 11:00 am and ending with fireworks around 9:30 p.m.
Mayor Johnson encouraged everyone to attend the Freedom Festival. There will be lots of
children activities and fun for the entire family. 7000 people attended last year.
CITIZENS REQUESTS None
ANNOUNCEMENTS None
Having no further business to come before the City Council, Councilor Taylor moved, seconded
by Councilor HoR to adjourn. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The meeting
adjourned at 2:15 p.m.
PASSED and APPROVED this -~~~ day of July, 2005.
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WILLIAM H. JOHNS ,MAYOR
ATTEST:
PHILLIP PARR, CITY CLERK
Minutes prepared by:
Cindy Green ood, Senior Deputy City Cleric
CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS
205 S. Redding • P.O. Box 1728 • West Memphis, Arkansas 72303-1728 • (870) 732-7500
BID TABULATION SHEET
FOR
ONE MID-SIZE RIDE SWEEPER
PUBLIC WORKS STREET DEPARTMENT
JUNE 23, 2005
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2. LITTLE ROCK EQUIPMENT
3. TENNANT COMPANY
4. ARKANSAS POWER STEERING
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5. RIVERCITY HYDRAULICS, INC.
6. HOOPER MACHINERY CO.
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