March 21, 1963MINVfES OF A'REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS,
HELD AT THE CITY H_?L•L IN SAID CITY ON T~._2?ssT nnY OF Mnar.H~_ io~l, eT ~.nn P M
The City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, met in a regular session in the
City of West Memphis at 3:00 P.M. on the 21st day of March, 1963• The meeting was called to
order by Mayor Bob Eden, and the following were present: Aldermen: R. C. Bowie, Earl Felts,
Kirby Leggett, Paul Matthews, C. H. Rowton, Y. G. Sims, Francis Weis; and City Attorney
W. H. Dillahunty.
Absent: Alderman: 0. I. Bollinger.
It being determined a quorum was present, the following proceedings were had to-wit:
Minutes of Council Meetings on March 7th and 19th were approved as read.
Mayor Eden reported to the Council he had met with the Recreation Commission, and plans
are now being made to sod the hospital ballfield and the ballfield at the north end of the City
with bermuda, which would be leas expensive than hauling a fill. The Mayor recommended the
reappointment of Mr._Melvin Earney as a member of the Recreation Commission for a term of five
years to cotruiience March 21, 1963. Motion was made by Alderman Leggett, seconded by Alderman
Matthews: That the appointment of Melvin Earney be confirmed. Upon vote, the voting xas as
follows:
Yes: Aldermen: Bowie, Felts, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, Sims, and Weis.
No: None.
Mayor Eden informed the Council bids for Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability,
and Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance would be received on March 28, 1963, at
3 P.M., and appointed the following as members of the Insurance Committee to canvas bids and
to award the insurance to the company xhose bid would be to the best interest of the City:
Aldermen: C. H. Roxton, Earl Felts, Francis Wes, and City Clerk Charles F. DeGraff to serve
in an advisory capacity.
Mayor Eden brought to the Council's attention the problems involved in the disposing of
garbage, and the complaints received due to smoke from burning o£ garbage. The Mississippi
River being over its banks has closed off the City Dump, which necessitates hauling the
garbage to the Cooper Farm, and the City has been required to build a gravel road to this
area and now has been requested to fence-in the dump if continue using it. Due to these
matters and the increase in population of the City, the Mayor stated he was of the opinion
an incinerator should be obtained. Mr. Glenn M. DeHan of Industrial B1ow.Pipe Company of
Memphis exhibited pictures of the Bum 0 Matic, Refuse Burner, and explained the construction
and operation. The type of refuse, loads per day, maintenance of crews and equipment now and
in the future were explained by Mr. Hollis Warren, Superintendent of Public Works Department.
After discussion of amount of land necessary and location for construction of an incinerator,
approximate cost of $61,000, financing by a lease purchase agreement, motion was made by
Alderman Mathews, seconded by Alderman Leggett: That the Mayor be authorized to advertise for
bids for an incinerator. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Yes: Howie, Felts, Leggett, Matth3rs, Rowton, Sims, Weis.
No: None.
The financing of an incinerator was discussed, and the Mayor stated the necessary
revenue could be obtained by increasing garbage fees 2$¢, and an ordinance had been
prepared for consideration of the Council. The Council was informed the proposed ordinance
does not contain the emergency clause, therefore, it would expediate matters to have the
first reading as soon as possible. The ordinance entitled "An Ordinance Repealing
Ordinances No. 399 and No. 339 And Amending Section Twelve (12) Of Ordinance No. 380,
Providing For The Collection Of Garbage, Waste, Trash And Refuse In The City Of West Memphis,
Providing For Inspection Of Premises, Fixing A Schedule Of Fees For Said Service And Providing
A Penalty For The Violation Thereof" was read in full, Alderman Rowton moved that the first
reading of the ordinance be approved, the motion was seconded by Alderman Weis. Upon roll
being called the voting was as follows:
Yes: Aldermen: Bowie, Felts, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, Sims, and Weis.
No: None.
Mayor Eden informed the Council the City's road grader had to have work on the motor and
transmission in the amount o£ $2,01:Ia.00, and this amount had not been contemplated in preparing
the budget. After discussion, motion was made by Alderman Leggett, seconded by Alderman Bowie:
That the cost of repairing the road grader in the amount of $2,0l1L:.00 be approved. Upon vote,
the voting was as follows:
Yes: Aldermen: Bowie, Felts, Leggett, Matthews, Rowton, Sims, and Weis.
No: None.
Mr. E. J. White appeared before the Council to suggest that a picnic grounds be provided
for the citizens of West Memphis in a wooded area west of Meadowbrook Country Club. Mayor Eden
appointed a Committee of Aldermen Matthews, Bowie, and Felts, and Mrs White to contact the
owner or owners of the property to see if could be used, and other matters pertaining to
establishing a picnic ground.
Alderman Leggett brought to the Councils attention the condition of a house at
407 Redding that had been investigated by the Fire Chief and Building Inspector.
City Attorney Dillahunty informed the Council the property is nosy being involved in :a
foreclosure suit.
No further business being presented, motion Bras made by Alderman Matthews, seconded
by Alderman Leggett to adjourn the meeting. Upon vote, the voting was as follows:
Yes: Aldermen: Bowie, Felts, Leggett, Matthews, Rosrton, Sims, and Weis.
No: None.
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APPROVED: APRIL 4, 1963