April 5, 2012 MINUTES
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
April 5, 2012
A regular meeting of the West Memphis City Council was held on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. in the City
Council Chambers at City Hall, 205 S. Redding, West Memphis, Arkansas.
Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Invocation was given by Councilor Rev. Herman
Coleman. Phillip Para, City Clerk, called the roll. Those present were: Mayor William H. Johnson, City Attorney
David Peeples, and Councilors, Lorraine Robinson, Tracy Catt, James Pulliaum, Ramona Taylor, Herman
Coleman, and Willis Mondy. Absent were: City Treasurer Frank Martin and Councilors Taz Tyrone, Phillip Carter,
Marco McClendon and James Holt(arrived late). Quorum being present, Mayor Johnson proceeded with the
meeting.
BID OPENINGS
Re-Bids for West Memphis Utilities-(1)2012 High Pressure Flush Truck-Vacuum Truck were opened and copies
of the bid tabulation sheets were given to the City Council. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by
Councilor Taylor to refer bids to Utility Commission for final disposition. Upon voice vote, the voting was
unanimous. (Copy attached)
Bids for West Memphis Utilities-2000 KW Generator&Automatic Transfer Switch Gear were opened and copies
of the bid tabulation sheets were given to the City Council. Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by
Councilor Taylor to refer bids to Utility Commission for final disposition. Upon voice vote, the voting was
unanimous. (Copy attached)
PROCLAMATIONS:
Mayor Johnson presented a proclamation for Child Abuse Prevention Month to Mrs. Debbie Holmes proclaiming
every April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Debbie Holmes was given a painting by the Child Advocacy Group
in recognition of all her work with the Center.
Mayor Johnson presented a proclamation for National Community Development Week to Councilor James
Pulliaum proclaiming the week of April 8 through 14, 2012 as National Community Development Week.
Mayor Johnson presented a proclamation for Fair Housing Month to Councilor Ramona Taylor proclaiming April
2012 as Fair Housing Month.
Councilor Robinson introduced Lavatria Williamson, a sophomore at West Memphis High School, who won a trip
to the National Youth Leadership Conference in Washington D.C. Ms. Williamson scored in the top 5 percentile
on the IOWA Basic Skills Test for the entire state of Arkansas.
MINUTES
Mayor Johnson stated one correction to the Minutes of March 15, 2012 meeting. Under announcements
Councilwoman Robertson was changed to Robinson. Having corrected, Councilor Taylor made a motion to
approve as submitted, seconded by Councilman Pulliaum. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous to
approve.
OLD BUSINESS
111 BUSINESS
Councilor James Holt arrived at 1:44p.m.
Councilor Pulliaum made a motion, seconded by Councilor Taylor to suspend the rules and read the title only of
0-1. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous.
0-1 AN ORDINANCE WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR REPAIRS OF WEST MEMPHIS FLOOD
PUMP, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the first time. Councilor Taylor moved, seconded by Councilor
Robinson to suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on its second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the second time. Councilor Robinson moved,
seconded by Councilor Pulliaum to suspend the rules and place the Ordinance on its third and final reading. Upon
voice vote, voting was unanimous. City Attorney Peeples read the Ordinance for the third and final time.
Councilor Taylor moved, seconded by Councilor Robinson to approve the Ordinance. Upon voice vote, voting
was unanimous. Mayor Johnson asked City Attorney Peeples if there was an emergency clause. City Attorney
Peeples stated there was Section 2. Councilor Robinson moved, seconded by Councilor Taylor to approve the
emergency clause, section 2. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous. The Ordinance was adopted and
assigned No. 2296.
PERMISSION REQUESTS
Mayor Johnson requested permission to pay Delta Roofing$72,815.00 for the roof project at the Police Station.
Councilor Pulliaum made motion, seconded by Councilor Robinson to approve. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
BUDGET COMMITTEE—Councilor Call reported there was a quick meeting to address the new position in the
Human Resource Department. There was a$28,000 amendment, $14,000 to be shared from Utility and$14,000
from General Fund. That will cover total employment package, software and supplies. Mayor Johnson also
introduced Dewayne Douglas, new Human Resource Director. Councilor Call made a motion, seconded by
Councilor Taylor to approve budget amendment. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous.
AIRPORT COMMISSION —Councilor Robinson reported March 15th minutes. Airport Fiscal Year 2011-2013 DBE
(Disadvantage Business Enterprise) Program has been approved by FAA. The Commission selected the low
bidder of TC Lawn Care as their 2012 mowing contractor. Close out of federal AIP Grant#23 for the first phase of
rehab of Taxiway A is pending final invoice submission by the contractor.
PUBLIC WORKS—Councilor Taylor reported on Tuesday's meeting that 2300 tires have been picked up as part
of the special tire disposal project. Sanitation crews are working from 6am to 2pm. Ingram Blvd project is on
schedule. For drainage, the City has leased a new small piece of equipment to clean out the ditches. Stripping
project has been posted and bids are to be opened at April 19th meeting. A letter was approved to be sent to all
tree trimmers stating that any debris must be hauled off by the contractor. Highway Department is getting ready
for the overlay Missouri Street project and should be a three week project. Councilor Robinson gave an
explanation of the Great American Clean-Up Project. The event kicked off on March 1st and runs through May
31st.
APPOINTMENTS
Councilor Pulliaum moved, seconded by Councilor Taylor to approve all three appointments-first to the Auditorium
Commission, Bobbi Dodge, second to the Parks Commission, Ted Ray and third to the Library Board, Tracy
Valentine. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CITIZENS REQUESTS
Shabaka Africia announced that Saturday April 7th will be the 2nd annual NAACP Black History Essay Contest.
He also addressed the issue with the cameras being turned off during Citizens Request. Mr. Africia also
addressed the time of the Council meetings. He thinks that a later time in the evening would give citizens a
chance to become more involved.
Having no further business to come before the City Council, Councilor Coleman moved, second by Councilor Call
to adjourn. Upon voice vote, the voting was unanimous. The meeting adjourned at
2:03 p.m.
PASSED and APPROVED this I 94i, day of April, 2012.
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WILLIAM H. JOHNS. , MAYOR
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Minutes prepared by: Tracy Camper, Jr. Deputy City Clerk
WEST MEMPHIS UTILITY COMMISSION
P 0 Box 1868 604 East Cooper
West Memphis, AR 72303
Phone (870) 732-7509 Fax (870) 732-7621
4/5/2012 2012 HIGH PRESSURE FLUSH TRUCK--VACUUM TRUCK
SCRUGGS EQUIPMENT
1940 CHANNEL AVE.
MEMPHIS, TN 38113 5 �: 2 4, '()
HENARD UTILITY PRODUCTS, INC.
PO BOX 9238
SEARCY, AR 72145 .133L, S )
CAMEL TRUCK NO BID
WEST MEMPHIS UTILITY
2000 KW GENERATOR &
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHGEAR
BID TABULATION-UNEVALUATED
April 4, 2012
Supplier Unit Price Delivery Date Exceptions
Cummins Mid South $682, 819.00 22-24 Weeks None
Alternate Bid
RP Power $608, 985.00 22 Weeks None
Alternate Bid
Thompson Power $624,728.00 Sept, 25, 2011 None
Alternate Bid $514, 441.00 July 151 for Genset/Aug 25th, 2011 for ATS *
Notes:
* This machine(genset) meets current environmental licensing regulations due to the date of
manufacture.
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WHEREAS, the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development hereby declares April 8 through 14,
2012 as National Community Development Week to
recognize and honor the notable achievements of our
many diverse communities in creating opportunities
for economic growth and entrepreneurship and
improving the quality of life for our families,our
communities and our nation.
WHEREAS, the Community Development Block Grant Program is
designed to assist low and moderate income families
improve the quality of life for homeowners and
increase access to jobs and economic opportunity.
WHEREAS, private citizens and public officials must continue to
work together to increase the affordability of housing,
reduce the tragedy of homelessness and drug abuse,
create more jobs and increase the quality of life for all
our citizens who are most in need.
NOW.THEREFORE, 1, William H. Johnson, Mayor of the City of West
Memphis. Arkansas hereby proclaim April 8 through April 14, 2012 as
"NATIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WEEK”
and do hereby urge that all the citizens of West Memphis support and
endorse these programs,
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Hi it RiLiht�, Act of 1%t I"his landmark legislation was amended in 10 €
he the Fair blousing Amendments Act which expanded the Co■erage of
1itle VIII of the 1 OOI Act. Title VIII oi-the 1')h8 and 19184 Acts.
ceneralh referred to as the Federal Fair I lousing -:el. made F the nation's:
policy to assure that Fair Housing becomes a realit. throughout the United
stags. hrr prohibiting discrimination in the sale.rental or financing of
housing on the basis of race.color. religion.se x•:.handicap.familial status
or national origin. t'onsequentlr_it is alto=gether. fitting that we mark
\pril 2012 as a time for rededication to the spirit and purpose ol the
National goal of 1=air Housing for all and the renewal ol'the commitment
as citizens. to make the promise of Fair Housing a reality for all
Americans.
\I HERE AS. As a Nation.wwe have come a long war over these forty-tour_rears in
meeting the Na iiiJraal commitment.
V HER1.;,5. It becomes the responsibility of e'err American to make their personal
commitment to ensuring that all persons are afforded an Equal
t)pportunit� to obtain housingg_ When each and eierr American makes
their personal commitment to justice and Fairness.discrimination will no
longer exist.
WHFRE:AS. I am deeph committed to the goal of Fair Housing and Equal I lousing
Uhporttuiitr for all Americans. Further I am tirmh con inced that the
avery.hclmim majority of all Americans are similarly committed.
Accordingly. we must now join together and translate our commitment
into a clear litinaa reality hr reaffirming our individual commitments and
ensurin_that Fair housing practices and Equal (}pportunity in housing
does. in ;tct.evist in all or our neighborhoods across this great land.
ti(;W..ul IERE?FORF .I. William H.Johnson. y kn.or,do herehr proc:taim the month of
April 2012 to be""F.AIR HOUSING MONTH-and or he all mpi fello=w citizens to
ohs rn c this month syitli appropriate ceremonies and aetim itie-.
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