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August 3, 197812 MINUTES WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 3, 1978 A regular meeting of the West Memphis City Council was held on August 3, 1978 at 1:30 P.M. in West Memphis, Arkansas, at City Hall in the Council Ch;~amber. Mayor Joyce T. Ferguson called the meeting to order. The following persons were present: Mayor Joyce T. Ferguson City Attorney Robert Smith Aldermen: Roberta Jackson Doug Morris R. H. Ray C. D. Shelton W. R. Spencer Lloyd J. Woodell Don Grimsley Charles Hampton James Hightower Pritchard Horton Rev. C. H. Hurst,.. First Presbyterian Church, offered prayer. Alderman Hampton made remarks about the minutes in the packets, and also- Mayor Ferguson and Alderman Horton stated corrections they would like to see made in the minutes of July 20, 1978. The minutes were approved by voice vote of the council after corrections, the voting was unanimous. City Attorney Smith introduced his part-time help for the summer, Ms. Kenny Padgett, who is replacing Mrs. Applebury due to illness. Mayor Ferguson presented Mr. Bryant Witherspoon, Director of Data Processing, with a distinguished service award for his out- standing work with the boy scouts. The following .citizen had a request: Mrs. Berry Brown, 1805 Madison, who stated that she has the plan ready for the drainage prob 1 em of t he City of West Memphis . The City Attorney read the ordinance for the creation of a board of examining and licensing gas fitters for the second time. A motion was made by Alderman Ray and seconded by Alderman Morris to adopt the ordinance. Upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson. No: None The ordinance passed on the second reading. ~~ The ordinance for the creation of a board for examining and licensing plumbers was read by the City Attorney for the Second time. A motion was made by Alderman Ray and seconded by Alderman Morris. Upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson No: None The ordinance passed on the second reading. The next order of business was an ordinanance amending ordinance No. 715 by adding two additional zoining districts read by the City Attorney for thefhird time. Alderman Shelton made a motion to adopt the ordinance and seconded by Alderman Grimsley. Upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Alderman: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson No: None The ordinance passed on the third reading and was given ordinance No. 941, which reads as follows: ORDT_NANCE N0. t } (( ~...- ~~± M1j~ f J! / ,, I' AN ORDINt~NCE ATTENDING ORDINAIICE NUNBEP 715 BY ADDING T~10 ADDITIOIiA.L ?O~II~1G DISTRICTS TO TiiE ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF j~1F~ST ME~~IPiIIS , DESIGNATED RD-5 AND P.D-1E DUDLEY ZOi1IrdCT DISTRICTS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF jJEST TtEI~1Pi3IS , ARi~Al1SAS Section 1. Section 2.1 of ordinance 715 is amended by adding two additional zoning districts designated as RD-5 and RD-4 duplex zoning districts, establishing thirteen zoning districts. Section 2. Section 4 residential districts is amended by adding the following: Section 4.16. RD duplex residence district. Section 4.161. Purpose-the RD duplex districts are desig- nated for those areas where the land is preseft~yabeing used, or where development appears desirable o combination of single family and t~,~o-family dwellings , otherwise known as duplexes. Section 4.162. R.D district regulations~~zoning district regu ations or the RD districts are set forth in Section 7. Section 4 ,163. Permitted Uses- uses permitted in the ??D istricts are set ort in - . Section 3. Section 7 district regulations is amended by adding the following: Section 7.4, Lot, Yard, and Hei ht Re ulations- Section 7.4 is herein mo i ie by a ing the RD-5 and PLD- f Districts . A. The specific regulations for the RD-5 District are as follows; 1) The minimum lot area shall be 10,000 sq. ft. per lot or 5,000 sq. ft. per dwelling unit. 2) The lot width at the front building line shall be a minimum of SO feet. 3) The maximum lot coverage shall be 35°0. 4) The following yard minimum setbacks are established: a) Front - 25 feet b) Rear Yard for a single-frontage lot - 30 feet c) Pear Yard for a double-frontage lot - 2.5 feet d} Side Yard for an interior lot - 7 1/2 feet e) Side Yard for an exterior corner lot backing up an abutting side yard - 25 feet f) Side Yard for an exterior corner lot backing up to an abutting rear yard - 10 feet 5) The maximum height for any structure in the RD-5 District shall be 3 stories or 36 feet in height. B. The specific regulations for the RD-4 District are as follows: 1) The minimum lot area shall be 3,000 sol. ft. per lot or 4,000 sq. ft. per dwelling unit. 2) The lot width at the front building line shall be a minimum of 65 feet. 3) The maximum lot coverage shall be 35a/o. 4) The following yard minimum setbacks are established: a) Front - 25 feet b) Rear Yard for a single-frontage lot - 25 feet c) Rear Yard for a double-frontage lot - 25 feet d) Side Yard for an interior lot - 5 feet e) Side Yard for an exterior corner lot backing up an abutting side yard - 25 feet f) Side Yard for an exterior corner lot backing up to an abutting rear yard - 10 feet 5) The maximum height for any structure in the R.D-4 District shall be 3 stories or 36 felt in height. . Section 4. Section 8 permitted uses in zoning districts is amended by adding the following: This section of the zoning ordinance is amended by specifically adding the follo~~ing designation; Dwelling, 2-Family or Duplex. This use shall specifically be permitted in the RD Duplex Districts. In addition, any use specified as being permitted in an RS District shall also be permitted in the RD Districts. Any use permitted on review in the RS Districts shall also be permitted as a special use permit in the RD Districts. Section 5. All ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance is repealed. ,,~ . !~ Passed and Approved: This ~~ day of ~~'~~~ 178. Jo e Ferguson, T'[a ;~r Attest: _ _~,~ _-_~._. _v____,. ~ ter. ~. ,r' . Charles DeGraf f Cit l.~rl: y ~~ A resolution regarding Floyd Franklin's service on the. West Memphis Park Commission was read by the City Attorney. A motion was made by Alderman Shelton, and seconded by Alderman Grimsley to adopt the resolution. During discussion Alderman Shelton, and Alderman Grimsley commends Mr. Franklin for his outstanding work to the City of West Memphis. Upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson No: None The resolution passed and was given Resolution No. 636, which reads as follows: r / • ;Y (ff RESOLUTION ND . '~' :~.;.r ~ WHEREAS, Floyd Franklin has served faithfully and dil- igently with the West Memphis Recreation Commission for the last seven years; AND, WHEREAS, Floyd Franklin has recently made plans to resign from the West Memphis Recreation Commission due to the fact that he is moving from our city; AND, WHEREAS, during the time that Floyd Franklin was a member of the West Memphis Recreation Commission, the West Memphis Recreation Facilities have grown and expanded whereas, we have over a hundred teams playing some type of ball regularly; AND, W~~EREAS, the West Memphis City Council wishes to express their appreciation for the fine work that Floyd Franklin did while a member of the West Memphis Recreation Commission. THEREFORE, BE IT FULLY RESOLVED, BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, wishes Floyd Franklin, success and good luck, as he goes forward to his new objectives, and new residence, and wishes to commend him highly for the value of serice he .rendered to the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, while a member of the West Memphis Recreation Commission. PASSED AND APPROVED THIS ~~ day of ;~'~~ ~l ~~ , 1978. M YOR ATTEST: ;- ------- ..~..-- ~~ ~ --z._..~,-.--~~,- r CITY CLERK i Alderman Woodell stated to the council that since the next three resolutions are similar, he suggested to take all three together by reading just one of them. During the discussion of this statement by Alderman Woodell, Alderman Spencer and~iAlderman Hampton asked that the Utility Department and Street Department be given a resolution for their outstanding work on July 13. Mayor Ferguson asked for the adoption of the next three resolutions by adding the two (2) new resolutions, one;~to the Utility and one to the Street Department. Alderman Grimsley made the motion and Alderman Spencer seconded, and upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The resolutions were passed and they were given Resolution Numbers 637, 638, 639, 640, 641, and 642, which reads as follows: ~~ :~ . RESOLUTION NO. ~ ~-~' .•~ WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, on July 13, 1978, suffered one of its worst disasters from water and wind damages in the history of our city; AND, WHEREAS, the West Memphis Police Department responded admirably, to the call for protection and security f.or the homes and businesses of our city; AND, W~~EREAS, many policemen who were off duty reported to duty and offered their assistance in this time of need; AND, WHEREAS, the loyalty, devotion to duty, and public pride in our city reflects to a high degree the caliber of the personnel who comprise our Police Department; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, commends the outstanding job performed by tree West Memphis Police Department on July l~, 1978, and are indeed grateful for the services performed. 2. A copy of this resolution be sent to the Chief of Police, Bobby Keen, with instructions to see that all members of that department receive this message. PASSED AND APPROVED this A ~ day of ~~~ ~'~~.~.~°~`~i978 . /~ MAYOR ATTEST .., - ~` _.. _ _ , ... , ./ ~S// ... '~ CITY CLERK .~. ~ f ,•^) S, ) RESOLUTION N0 . ~ . ,,~ f`'yl WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, on July 13, 1978, suffered one of its worst disasters from water and wind damages in the history of our city; AIdD, WHEREAS, the West Memphis Fire Department answered the calls for protection to our homes and businesses arld helped in restoring calm to our city; AND, WHEREAS, many firemen assisted far beyond their regular duty hours; AND, WHEREAS, the loyalty, devotion to duty, and public pride in our city reflects to a high degree the caliber of the personnel who comprise our Fire Department; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, commends the outstanding job performed by the West Memphis Fire Department on July 13, 1978, and are indeed grateful for the services performed. 2. A copy of this resolution be sent to the Chief of the Fire Department, Mr. Tom Burkhart, with instructions to see that all members of that department receive this message. PASSED AND APPROVED this ~~ day of ;'~~, c ' /--' 1978 , MAYOR ATTEST: -_ _..._. _. .'ter ^_ ~''~ f"~ ~+ ~__.~ G ' ~E..nC ~-~'•+..~ CITY CLERK .a ~~ RESOLUTIOI~1 N0. .{~`-` --y-~ WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, on July 13, 1978, suffered one of its worst disasters from water and wind damages in the history of our city; AND, WHEREAS, the Sanitation Department, after the disaster struck, worked long hours including hol~.days, to clean up the debris, and all the limbs and trees that were involved from the wind and rain damages; AND, WHEREAS, tree City of West Memphis are proud of the many fine people who work for the ,Sanitation Department, and are grateful for the services they performed; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMP~~IS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, commends the outstanding job performed by the Sanitation Department on July 13, 1978. 2. A copy of this resolution be seat to Mr. Theodore Robinson, Department Head of the Sanitation Department, West Memphis, Arkansas, with instructions to see that all members of that department receive this message. PASSED AND APPROVED this ~~ da of ~'~ 1978. _ y - ~ --~ ~ MAYOR ATTEST: 'l C I TY CLERK /,`i~ f /'. ~~ ~r' RESOLUTION N0. °.~' ,~ WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, on July 13, 1978, suffered one of its worst disasters from water. and wind damages in the history of our city; AND, WHEREAS, the Crittenden County Sheriff's Department responded to the need of the citizens of West Memphis, and helped protect our property, and gave surveillance for .many hours while the city was in darkness; AND, WHEREAS, the members of the Crittenden County Sheriff's Department acted as a good neighbor in our distress and showed a spirit of cooperation between the city and the county; AND, WHEREAS, the loyalty, devotion to duty, and assistance, that the Crittenden County Sheriff's Department gave to our city, shows to a high degree the caliber of the personnel who comprise the Crittenden County Sheriff's Department; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, commends the outstanding job performed by the Crittenden County Sheriff's Department on July 13, 1978, in the City of West Memphis, and are indeed grateful for the services performed. 2. A copy of this resolution be sent to Sheriff, R. L. Simmons, with instructions to see that all members of_ that department receive this message. PASSED AND APPROVED this ,~" ~ day of .`.,~f ~F` ~-° , 1978 . _ ,~ ~~ ~~ r ~YOR ATTEST : f ~~.. ~~ .,.._.__. .h ..- ~° CITY CLF~RK RESOLUTION N0. 641 WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, on July 13, 1978, suffered one of its worse disasters from water and wind damages in the history of our city; AIVD, WHEREAS, the West Memphis Utility Department responded admirably, to the call when our city was in darkness, and worked long hours over the regular duty hours to restore lights to our city; AND, WHEREAS, the loyalty, devotion to duty, and public pride in our city reflects to a high degree the caliber of the personnel who comprise the West Memphis Utility Department; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Councs_1 of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, commends the outstanding job performed by the West Memphis Utility Department on July 13, 1978, and are indeed grateful for the services performed. 2. That a copy of this resolution be sent to Mr. P. G. Para, Manager of the Utility Department, to see that all members of that department receive this message. PASSED AND APPROVED this 3rd day of August , 1978. ~-~ ATTEST: CITY CLERK ~~ RESOLUTION N0. 6~+2 WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkrlasas on July 13, 1978, suffered one of its worst disasters from water and wind damages in the history of our city; AND, WHEREAS, the members of the West Memphis Street Department performed _long hours in cleaning up the debris, rubbage, broken limbs and trash on our streets; AND, WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis, Arkansas is indeed grateful for the fine work performed by the men of the Street Department appreciate the efforts that they did to clean up our city; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY.'OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the City Council of the City of West Memphis, Arkansas, commends the outstanding jab performed by the West Memphis Street Department on July 13, 1978, and are indeed grateful for the services performed. 2. A copy of this Resolution be sent to Mrs. Louise Wheeler with instructions to see that all members of that department receive this message. PASSED AND APPROVED this 3rd day of August 1978• -~ ti-+~' y~ MAY ~ U ATTEST : ~ ~~~ yy r 1~ f / _ ..~'~" i ~ /~~,~ ~i'' ~~' Bryn ~~ O CITY CLERK The next order of business was a resolution approving affirmative action plan for contractors and businesses, read by the City Attorney upon a motion from Alderman Jackson and seconded by Alderman Shelton. Upon discussion and roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson. --~ No : None The Resolution passed and was given resolution No. 643, which reads as follows: ~'I RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN FOR CONTRACTORS AND BUSINESSES WHEP,EAS, the City of West Memphis is undertaking projects and activities with Federal financial assistance available through the Community Development Program under the provisions of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1973 as amended; and WHEREAS the City Council is cognizant of the responsibilities of the City for taking steps to expand employment opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents of the City and for creating and main- taining a climate of equal employment opportunities; and 4dHEREAS the City has prepared an Affirmative Action Plan for Contractors and Businesses which is identified as Addendum No. 4 to the Section~3 Compliance Plan; and tiJHEREAS the Plan was considered at this meeting and found ac- ceptable for the intended purposes. NOIr1, THEREFORE, B~E IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF I~lEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the Affirmative Action Plan for Contractors and Busi- messes as identified above be and hereby is approved as a reflection of the City's commitment to the expansion of employment opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents of the City and the development and maintenance of equal employment opportunities through the Community Development Program.- 2. That the City clerk be and hereby is directed to file a copy of the Plan with this Resolution in the official journal of the action of the City Council. 3. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately. PASSED AND APPROVED thi s _ ~~~°',j date of 1978. .__ ~ ATTEST: ~~ __ _. ___.--, ~ ~ r,.--~ -~-~ ~' ~ ..*^ .+~" ~~ ~ f CITY CLERK ~ ~'~4+- 27 The City Attorney read resolution approving the Citizen Participation plan upon a motion by Alderman Jackson and seconded by Alderman Shelton, upon discussion from Alderman Hampton and Alderman Woodell. During the discussion Alderman Woodell stated that the city should try some means of stimulating citizen participation within our public hearings. There were further discussion on this resolution by the council members namely, Alderman Spencer, Alderman Jackson, Alderman Ray, and Alderman Shelton. Upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson. No: None The Resolution passed and was given Resolution No. 644, which reads as follows: ~~ RESOLUTION N0. a ` RESOLUTION APPRO'dING CITIZEN PARTIGiPATION PLAN WHEREAS, the City of West Memphis is undertaking projects and activities with Federal finar~ciny assistance available through the Community Development Program under the provisions of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended; and WHEREAS the City Council is cognizant of the responsibilities of the City for taking steps to provide citizens with an adequate op~ portunity to participate in the planning, implementation and assessment of the Community Development Program; and WHEREAS the City has conducted a public hearing to gain citizen input relative to the nature and content of the Citizen Participation Plan; and WHEREAS based on Federal regulations and the input from citizens of West Memphis, the City has prepared a. Citizen Participation Plan which is designed to serve as a guideline for citizen involvement and all aspects of the Community Development Program; and WHEREAS the Plan was considered at this meeting and found ac- ceptable for the intended purposes. NOW, THEREFORE, 6E IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF tdEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the Citizen Participation Plan as identified above be and hereby is approved as a reflection of the City's commitment to providing full opportunity for citizens to participate in the planning, implementation and assessment of the Community Development Block Grant Program as executed within the City. 2. That the City Clerk be and hereby is directed to file one copy of thi s Plan with this Resolution i n the official j ournal of the actions of the City Council. 3. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately. %~., , , _ . PASSED AND APPROVED thi s - date of f'~ ~~ {~' ~= -~ .~,~9._. 1978. ~~~ ~' ~~~1 A Y R ..; ATTEST ._. f,. ,' . _ ~~ _. . P`~ A Resolution to the Civil Service regarding the Michael Haney Case was read by the City Attorney. A motion was made by Alderman Grimsley and seconded by Alderman Hampton to adopt ~,'I the resolution. Upon discussion from the council members and roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, and Jackson. No: None The Resolution passed and was given Resolution No. 645, which reads as follows: V RESOLUTION N0. 645 4dHEREAS, there is now pending in the Criminal Court of Crittenden County, Arkansas, a Felony charge styled in the State of Arkansas v. Michael Haney, on a charge of sexual abuse, which is set for August 21, 1978; AND, WHEREAS, there is a hearing set before the West Memphis Civil Service Commission at 7:00 P.M, in City Hall on August 8, 1978, in which hearing, the issues to be presented involve testimony, presently, the basis of a felony charge; AND, WHEREAS, the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of Crittenden County, has requested that the West Memphis Civil Service Nearing be postponed until the Felony charge can be heard. THEREFORE, BE IT FULLY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS: 1. That the West Memphis City Council of West h1emphis, Arkansas requests that the Michael Haney hearing set for August 8, 1978 at 7:00 P.M., be continued until after the Felony hearing on August 21, 1978. 2. That a copy of this Resolution be sent to a]1 members of the West Memphis Civil Service Commission. PASSED AND APPROVED this 3rd day of August 1978. ~~ MAYOR ATTEST: Y-- _ _. -. ._--,-- .~ , f, ~M~„__ .. -; CITY CLERK ~'. . ~1~ The next item of business was the recommendation from the planning commission recommending approval of the preliminary plat of the Walkem Development Property. A motion was made by Alderman Morris and ..seconded by Alderman Grimsley, and roll call vote, the voting was as follows: Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, Jackson. No: Nohe The approval of .the preliminary plat was granted. The Planning Commission recommends approval of the f~rnal plat of the Walkem Development Property. A motion was made by Alderman Hampton and seconded by Alderman Shelton. No discussion and upon roll call vote, the voting was as follows: III Aye: Aldermen: Morris, Ray, Shelton, Spencer, Woodell, Grimsley, Hampton, Hightower, Horton, Jackson. No: None The approval of the final plat was granted. The following committee reports were presented: Fire Commission Alderman Ray reported that the Fire Department is still in need of new cars and trucks. Budget Commission Alderman Jackson reported that the Budget Commission made a recommendation for pay raises for the public library workers and the Municipal Court workers same percentage as other employees of the City. Alderman Jackson made a motion that pay raises be given to public library workers and Municipal Court workers with the same percentage as other employees of the City, and seconded by Alderman Morris. During discussion on this motion Alderman Hightower discussed pay raises for the Crossing Guards but due to the fact that they were parttime people their raises were not considered at this time. Alderman Grimsldy stated to the council that the City should try to negotiate with the County to see if they will be willing to pay a portion of the Municipal Court workers salary. The Mayor answered (" C ~„ .` by saying Mr. Dick Tidwell, City Finance Director, is taking care of that problem with the County. During discussion about the crossing guards salary Mayor Ferguson clarified why the raises were't considered, by :.stating workers who work less than thirty (30) hours were not considered for raises, because they are considered as parttime workers. Upon voice vote of the council, the voting was unanimous and the Budget Committee Report was approved. Higher Education Committee Alderman Woodell reported that some time ago a resolution was sent to Mr. Hugh Chalmers, Jr, concerning a study by the University of Arkansas and also a copy was sent to the Governor. He requested that a letter be sent asking what plans have been made to our request and what action has been taken on the matter. Street Committee There was no street committee report but there were questions directed to the Street Committee concerning Rich Road North of the South Service Road from Alderman Morris who stated why something has not been done about the dirt washing over the curve into the streets? He further stated that this is a hazardous condition and feel that something should be done. Mayor Ferguson requested Mrs. Wheeler to call Alderman Morris and let him know something aoub this problem. Alderman Hampton directed a question to the street committee concerning 12th and 13th streets. Alderman Jackson directed questions to Mrs. Wheeler about why something was not being done about the Southeast section of town where short streets have not been finished with overlay, such as Madison, Monroe, and 21st Streets. Mrs. Wheeler stated the reason since all Community Development funds were to be allocated in the Southeast Section and streets on the Northside between-7th and 14th were not included in the Community Development Program. Drainage Commi_ttee_ Report Alderman Shelton reported that something need to be done ~~ about cleaning out the ditches around our city. Utility Commission ~'~ Alderman Grimsley reported that the manner concerning the AP&L pole has been taken care of. Announcement" Mayor Ferguson announced that the Anti-Recession fund for the National League of Cities is in trouble in the House of Representatives. She also announced that the city is in the process of submitting a full application for the CD Block Grant Program. Alderman Woodell announced to thecouncil that he knew of a piece of land that he feels would make a good park on the South side of town, and will take this matter up with the Park ' Commission at their next meeting. Alderman Grimsley announced to the council that he had been getting complaints concerning the railroad on South Service Road off Missouri at the East End. He suggested that a letter should be sent to the railroad in reference to this problem concerning fixing the railroad tracks. A motion to adjourn was made by Alderman Grimsley and seconded by Alderman Ray, upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous, the meeting adjourned. ~ ~~ ~ J j MAYOR ATTEST: `9~~'~~ CITY CLERK