February 7/21, 1983 Council Meeting
Februarv 7. 1983
The scheduled meeting of Mayor and Council was held pursuant to the Charter
on 7, 1983 at Smyrna City Hall. The meeting was called to order at 7:30
o by presiding officer Mayor Arthur T. Bacon. All council members were
p Jack Shinall. Also present was City Attorney Charles E. Camp, City
Clerk Willouise Spivey, Police Chief R. E. Little, Acting Fire Chief Hubert Cochran.
Public Works Director Jim d, Parks and Recreation Director Sherry Reavis,
Librarian Doris Morris, B Inspector Larry Dunn, Civil Defense Director Jim
Farley, and representatives of the press.
invocation was given by Jim Hawkins, followed by the pledge to the flag presented
by Boy Scout Troops 88 and 317, and Cub Scout Troops 244 and 704. Troop Master
Gene McCord introduced members of the troops individually and Mayor Bacon read a
proclamation honoring Scouting Anniversary Week and presented it to Mr. McCord.
Citizen Reports: Sue Brissey stated that Revenue Sharing funds had been appropriated
in this year1s budget for a new fire truck and car for the the Fire Department and
as about the status of se purchases. Mayor Bacon said we had looked at two
di rucks and have decided on anyone yet. There has been quite a bit
of d ion about joini Cobb County but Mayor Bacon said he did not believe
that take place in r future. Mayor Bacon said the cost of the truck
will from $320,000 to $360,000 and we will probably be able to purchase the
truck within the next year.
Brissey also complained of the sidewalks on King Springs Road being muddy and
cars were driving over the sidewalks where there was no curb cut, making a
bad situation even worse.
s. Brissey said there were numerous businesses on Concord Road in violation of
ordinance by not having their parking areas paved and asked what was being done.
im Hawkins said he had sent the building inspector to these places on two different
occasions but we still have not had any response. Max Bacon said there were 10 to
13 businesses on Concord Road that did not comply and they will be notified by letter
to have these problems corrected. Mayor Bacon said we should have a more definite
answer by the next meeting.
Jack Shinall had been involved in an automobile accident this
and wished him a speedy recovery. Due to his absence,
that items 18, 22 and 23 be tabled to the next meeting.
motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
Amendment: James Williams made a motion that the ordinance amendment
nuary 3rd meeting adding the RM-16 classification to the zoning ordi-
approved as read. Max Bacon seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
Alton Curtis rep nted Northwest Associates, Ltd. in their request
ing of property in nd Lots 704. 705. 736. 737 and 665 from RM-12 to RM-16.
There was no opposition from the audience. Mr. Curtis presented plans for the
development consisting of 88.3 acres. Mr. Curtis said the total acreage of the
property was actually 91.55 but parcel D as shown on the plat was not included in
the rezoning request. Max Bacon asked how many units would be built. Mr. Curtis
said that has not been decided, but it will definitely comply with the ordinance
and 50% of the units will be either efficiency or one-bedroom apartments. Jim
Tolleson made a motion the rezoning be approved as requested. James Will iams
seconded the motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
John Pirtle nted Southern Capital Investments for the rezoning
o y on Spring R Land Lot 631 for Cumberland Springs Business Center,
Ltd. from General Cammer Light Industry to Residential Townhouse District.
There was no opposition audience. Mr. Pirtle said they would develop
6.3 acres as fee simple very traditional in nature. The units will
range from 1200 square feet to 1600 square feet with the density less than 10 units
per acre. The ice of the units will range from the mid-$SO,OOO to high $60,000.
Mayor Baco inutes of the Planning and Zoning Board where they approved the
rezoning unanimously. Mr t1e said there would be one point of entry on Spring
Road and an exit on Corn Also, they have studied the market and felt this
development would be the highest and best use of the property. James Williams made
a motion the zoning be approved, seconded by Sarah Jones. Vote on the motion carried
6-0.
Barbara Hammett requested a 1 iquor, beer and wine pouring 1 icense
ub at 1047 Cherokee Road. There was no opposition from the audience.
Hammett said they would have live music and dancing and initially would be
iches. SOUPS. etc.
next 60 to 90 days.
she was aware of the
Ltwa~ not economi
s time. Max
they were st ill
are adequate park
let her use the
the pol ice investi
in orde r . and made a
motion which carr
into the full restaurant
and dinner. Max Bacon
sales requirement. Mrs.
ble for her to have the
she would open for busi
would probably open in
and the owne r of the bu I I
spaces there, if needed. Jim
which was favorable and said the
the license be approved. Sarah
ice
Mrs.
weeks.
the rea r
ins read
paperwork
Jones
Russell W. Chaby requested a 1 iquor, beer and wine pouring
llols. 3282 South Cobb Drive. Jim Hawkins asked Mr. Chaby what
this would be. ML Chaby said they would be in the restaurant
also sell liquor. beer and wine. Their menu will contain everything
salad to steaks. ani:ltheyanticipate a heavy lunch busineSs.. There
entertainment and wi llhave a small bar with about 8 seats. There was
from the audience. Jim Hawkins stated the police investigation was
the application as submitted was not complete. Jim suggested the
approved subject to reflling of the amended applicatTonas to what
ishment this would be. Attorney Camp said on his copy he could not
concerning the names of the stockholders and informed Mr. Chaby
any portion of ownership the City would need to be notified
such change. Jim Hawkins made a motion the license be approved
application being completed within the next 24 hours. Sarah Jones
motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
Bobbie Jiles requested a transfer of the beerand wine pouring
Gardens Restaurant. 2526 South Cobb Drive. There was no
audience. Jim Hawkins said the police investigation on Mr.
and made a motion the license be transferred as requested.
seconded the motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
ness,
Mr. Vitucci had
ons. Mr. V
and at present he
shoes and running
read the home
answer was yes.
seconded the motion
i applied for a residential business
at 1805 Cedar Cl iff Drive. There was
tion from surrounding neighbors stating
his home would be used for a mailing
equipment there. Mr. Vitucci said he
for sporting goods stores. Max Bacon
ordinance and understood the require-
Max.Bacon made a motion the license be approved.
whi~hcarried by a 6-0 vote.
represented the new Shoney1s on South Cobb Drive in their
from the 10 foot setback requ i red to 5Jfeet~>onthe. 'front
to allow for additional paving. Mr. Elmer presente4 plans
truction. There was no opposition and Max Bacon made a motion
approved. Jim Tolleson seconded the motion which carried by a
Bud Acken of Acken Signs. represented Shoney1s in their reqllest for a
the sign ordinance. Mr. Acken said he was requesting an increase
footage up to 246 square feet. This is Shoney1s standard sign at
locations and presented pictures of other existi si Mr. Acken
mcide a balloon survey and a sign this size is rly
bus i ness due to the terra i n of the 1 and. if is not
will ca!-ise them uni:lu", expense to have a smaller Mr.
the sign would not block the view of any other signs and
rpowe r the 1 ands cape. The sign. if app roved. wou 1 in
d is cuss i on, MaxE3;<;lcon made a mot i on the va r i roved.
the motion which carried 5-1, with Jim Toll
CommercIal building permits were present",o by
his recommendation the following permits were
( I )
at a
South Cobb Drive, requested a bui Iding permit for n",w construction
cost of $285.000. Jim Hawkins made a motion the permit be
approval of the City Engineer and Fire Marshal. Max Bacon
which carried a 6-0 vote.
s
February 7, 1983 - Continued
(2) Askea Electric requested a permit for new construction on South Cobb Drive
at a total estimated cost of $75,000. Max Bacon made a motion the permit be
approved, seconded by Jim Hawkins. Attorney Camp said the plat shows a 32 foot
access easement and the motion should state that the access easement remain private,
and the City not accept any dedication of the easement. The motion and second were
withdrawn. Jim Tolleson then made a motion the building permit be approved with
the stipulation that the City not accept dedication of the access easement. James
Williams seconded the motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
(3) Smyrna Assembly of God requested a building permit for new construction on
King Springs Road at a total estimated cost of $320.000. James Williams made a
motion the permit be approved subject to approval of the City Engineer and Fire
Marshal. Jim Hawkins seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
Bid Award: Max Bacon that bids were opened at the November 1st meeting
for a curb machine and e a motion the bid be awarded to Hamilton Bryant. Max
said they were not actually the low bidder but both machines were demonstrated to
the Public Works Department and they felt this was the machine we need. Jim Hawkins
seconded the motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
Exemption: Mayor Bacon said the City1s Freeport Tax Exemption was now
felt a 100% exemption should be granted to the proposed industrial
park owned by Woodmere Jacksonville in order to attract more industry to this area.
Marietta and Cobb County are presently at 80%. During discussion it was brought
out that there are only 4 businesses in Smyrna now claiming this exemption. "WhJch
amounts to very little. Sarah Jones made a motion that the Freeport Exemption be
approved at 100% for the entire city. Jim Tolleson seconded the motion which carried
by a 6-0 vote.
Street Closin: James Williams said that McGriff Street. runnioing parallel with
ircle. has never been opened and made a motion it be properly advertised and
posted to close and abandon the street, with the public hearing to be held the first
meeting in March. Max Bacon seconded the motion which carried by a 6-0 vote.
Tolleson made a motion that W. C.
Board representing Ward 1. Max
Max Bacon made a motion that Dan Scoggins be reappointed to the Planning and Zoning
Board representing Ward 2. Jim Hawkins seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
Jim Hawkins made a motion that Jack Strickland be reappointed to the Planning and
Zoning Board representing Ward 4. James Williams seconded the motion which carried
by a 6-0 vote.
Sarah Jones made a motion that Gene Jernigan be reappointed to the Planning and
Zoning Board representing Ward 7. Elbert Coalson seconded the motion which carried
by a 6-0 vote.
Ap intments to Resident e Facilities for Aged Authority: James Williams
m a motion t t from Ward 3 be tabled to the next meeting. Max
Bacon seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
Elbert Coalson made a motion that James Chastain be reappointed to the Authority
representing Ward 6. Max Bacon seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
Item 18, the appointment to the Civil Service Board was previously tabled.
Jim Tolleson made a motion the minutes of January 3. 1983 be approved as submitted.
Jim Hawkins seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
James Williams made a motion the minutes of January 18. 1983 be approved as sub-
mitted. Jim Hawkins seconded the motion which carried 6-0.
The next item on the agenda. the reconsideration of a zoning request by James
Benton for property on Bank Street az King Street. was previously tabled.
said the cost of newspaper advertisements has gotten so high that we
ey on our zoning applications and felt the fees should be increased.
said the average of advertisement cost is running far above the
and made a motion the zoning application fees be increased
, effective February 8, 1983. Max Bacon seconded the motion which
by a 6-0 vote.
February 7. 1983 - Continued
Sarah Jones made a motion the Ci Smyrna Pol ice Department requi re a fee of
$5.00.per person for all investigativef.ingerprints made in connection with the
issuance of any 1 icense, permit or other cause, except criminal investigation or
where made in connection with anappl ication where an investigative has been
paid, to be effective February 8, 1983. Elbert Coalson seconded the ion which
carried 6...0.
Committee Reports: (Parks) Elbert Coalson said that the City of Smyrna would
host the State swim meet this year from August 10-13. Sherry Reavis said that
last year the meet was held at Milledgeville, and over 2400 swimmers participated.
(Library) Doris Morris said that Faith Watts with the Cobb County Home Extension
ServicewQuld be at the Library beginning May 7th for an indefinite period of time
to answer any questions about gardening. and wi 11 also accept soi I samples for
analysis.
(Finan<:e) Jim Tolleson asked about the possibility of the City of Smyrna creating
their own develoPment authority. DeKalb County is about to develop a 700 acre
industrial park and Jim said he felt we were really missing the boat. The Cobb
rity is not helping us. and we need to decide if we should appoint our
Mayor Bacon said he felt we should have our own authority because
to help Smyrna 1 have to be our own people. Sarah Jones
with Ed Salem, the Woodmere Jacksonville property last
ndicated that they the money to begin initial development
a broker to line<up prospects. Attorney Camp said the development
a tool to obtain the lowest interest rates possibJeand also to
10Pl11ent. Mayor Bacon said the road would be started through this
soon and once that is done it wi 11 open the door .for development.
Kathy with the Smyrna Jaycettes requested permission for a road block on
Cherokee at Atlanta Road during U. S. Jaycette Week. to help the handicapped.
Mayor Bacon asked her to coordinate her plans with the Pol ice Chief.
Announcements: Next council meetin'g February 21. 1983.
Mayor6acon said he would like to have several committee meetings next week since
the new committees had been assigned.
With no further business, meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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February 21, 1983
scheduled meeting of Mayor and Council was held Feb-
at Smyrna City Hall. The meeting was called to order
o'clock p.m. by presiding officer Mayor Arthur T. Bacon.
members were present. Also present was City Attorney
, City Clerk Willouise Spivey, Police Chief R. E.
Fire Chief Huber't Cochran, Assistant Public Works
Broyles, Parks Superintendent Bruce Bates, Librarian
Civil Defense Director Jim Farley and representatives
Invocation was
to the flag.
given by Elbert Coalson,
followed by the pledge
Citizen Reports: Sue
bus inesses on Concord
Mayor said that
will to comply.
let be mailed.
asked what had been done about the
are in violation of the ordinance.
will be mailed to each one and they
Hawkins gave Mrs. Brissey a copy of the
Mrs. Brissey also stated that a new restaurant on South Cobb Drive,
Armadillo's, was already in violation of the sign ordinance by
having a large portable sign on the curb, not permitted. She noti-
fied Gene Golden, City Marshal, and he has already had the sign
removed.
White requested pe;cmission to move a into
vacant lot on Highl<;tnd Avenue. Mr. White said he
his request on Friday, but apparently it was not in
on the agenda for tonight. Mr. White presented a
the
had
time
plat
February 21, 1983 - Continued
of the lot showing the dimensions, and size of the house to be
relocated. The house has 1140 square feet, with aluminum siding.
Mr. White said it will be as large as any other house on the street,
except for three, and will meet all building codes required by
the City. Jim Hawkins asked Mr. White if there was any reason this
had to be acted on tonight since it was not on the agenda and had
not been posted. Mr. White said he wanted to purchase the house
and needed a decision before the next council meeting. James Wil-
liams made a motion the rules be suspended, seconded by Jim Tolle-
son. Vote on the motion carried 7-0. James Williams then made a
motion that approval be granted to move the house as requested
with the understanding that all requirements of the ordinance be
met. Jim Hawkins seconded the motion. Jack Shinall reminded Mr.
White that it would be necessary for him to purchase his water
meter, garbage can, etc. from the City. Vote on the motion carried
7-0.
Proclamation: Mayor Bacon said we had one of the finest Civil
Defense Departments in the State, and read a proclamation for Tor-
nado Preparedness Week. Mayor Bacon told Civil Defense Director
Jim Farley he would present the proclamation to him following the
meeting.
Validation of Signatures: Attorney Charles Camp read an applica-
tion for annexation to the City as follows:
We the undersigned, who constitute sixty percent (60%) of
the electors resident in the area described below and who
constitute sixty percent (60%) of the owners of the land area
by acreage of the area described below, which is unincorpor-
ated and contiguous to the City of Smyrna hereby apply to
have said area annexed into the City of Smyrna under the pro-
visions of the Code of Georgia Annotated, Sections 69-904
through 69-912 (Georgia Laws, Acts 1966, Pages 409, 410, 411,
412, 413; 1971, 399; 1976, Pages 1011, 1012, said property
to be annexed being described as follows, to wit:
All that tract or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lot
706 of the 17th District, Cobb County, Georgia and being more
particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at the common
intersection of Land Lots 663, 664, 705 and 706, and running
thence in a northerly direction 238 feet more or less to a
point, thence running easterly 641 feetmore or less to a point,
thence running southerly 213 feet more or less to a point
at the intersection of the common land lot line of Land Lots
706 and 705, thence running westerly 641 feet more or less
to the POINT OF BEGINNING, being further identified as Parcel
2 on the attached plat entitled Exhibit "A", and being known
as the Boone Property.
WHEREFORE, THE UNDERSIGNED HEREUNTO SET THEIR HANDS AND SEALS,
AND THEREBY MAKE SAID APPLICATION FOR ANNEXATION TO THE CITY
OF SMYRNA.
Witness the signature
area described below:
of 60% of
s/HENRY
the electors
G. ATKINS &
resident
IRIS LEE
in the
ATKINS
Witness the signature of the record title
simple title, or his legal representative,
area above described by acreage: s/ANNE Q.
of
of
holders
of 60%
BOONE
the fee
the land
James Williams made a motion the signatures be validated
date of public hearing be set for March 14, 1983. Jim
seconded the motion which carried 7-0.
and the
Tolleson
Validation of Signatures: Attorney Charles Camp read an appli-
cation for annexation to the City as follows:
We the undersigned, who constitute sixty percent (60%) of
the electors resident in the area described below and who
constitute sixty percent (60%) of the owners of the land area
by acreage of the area described below, which is unincorpor-
ated and contiguous to the City of Smyrna, hereby apply to
have said area annexed into the City of Smyrna under the pro-
February 21, 1983 - Continued
visions of the Code Georgia Annotated, Sections 69-904
through 69-912 (Georgia Laws, Acts 1966, Pages 409, 410, 411,
412, 413; 1971, 399; 1976, Pages 1011, 1012, said property
to be annexed being described as follows, to wit:
that tract or parcel of land lying and being in Land Lot
of the 17th District, Cobb County, Georgia, and being
more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at the
common intersection of Land Lots 662, 707, 706 and 663, and
running thence in a SOl.1therly direction 1,070 feet more or
les:s, along the common land lot line of Land Lot 663 and
706 to a point, thence running easterly 641 feet more or less
to a point, thence running northerly 1,087 feet more or less
to a point at the intersection of the common land lot line
of Land Lot 706 and 707, thence running westerly 641 feet
more or less to the POINT OF BEGINNING, being further identi-
fied as Parcel 1 on the attached plat entitled Exhibit "A",
and being known as the Atkins Property.
WHEREFORE,
AND THEREBY
OF SMYRNA.
THE UNDERSIGNED HEREUNTO
MAKE SAID APPLICATION
SET THEIR HANDS AND SEALS
FOR ANNEXATION TO THE CITY
Witness the signature
area described below:
of 60% of
s/HENRY G.
the electors resident in
ATKINS & IRIS LEE ATKINS
the
Witness the signature
ti tle, or his
above described
the record title holders of the fee
legal representative, of 60% of the land
by acreage: s /HENRY G. ATKINS & IRIS
James
Williams made a motion the
ing be set for March
which carried by a 7-0
signatures
14 , 1983 .
vote.
be validated,
Jim Tolleson
and the
seconded
Mayor Bacon
property in
date a:s the
submitted.
said the annexation request
Land Lots 703, 812 and 844
legal description of the
by Morgan A. Patillo for
would be tabled to a later
property had not yet been
for
sented
the
would
units.
var
ble.
the
Lifestyle Communities, Inc., requested a variance for
new development on Matthews Street on the lot width
from the 30' required to 24'. Mr. S. L. Leveto pre-
plans for d.evelopment and said the reason for
to allow him t9 build some ranch-style units which
buildings rather than have all 2-story townhouse
Leveto said he could develop the project without the
would like to build as many 2-unit buildings a:s possi
variance is granted, Mr. Leveto said it would. not change
at all and they felt the 2-unit buildings would be
Jack Shinall asked how many he would
and Mr. Leveto said he would need variance
a whole. Until construction begins cannot
the ranch-style units will sell. Jim Tolleson asked
grant a blanket variance since they did not have
Attorney Camp said they could, but they would
some means of identifying the lots involved. Jack Shinall
we may as well rewrite our ordinance if we granted a blanket
development such as this. James Williams asked Mr.
would be any...monetary gain involved if variance
Mr. Leveto said the only monetary gain would be if
more quickly, he felt they would with his plans.
said he would to see the final plans and had
granting a variance for an entire development. After
upon the recommendation of Attorney Camp, James
a motion the variance be granted on those lots where
units are attached zero interior lot line), the minimum
for both units at the setback line shall be 48 feet,
those lots whose :side line borders a street or property
another classif Jack Shinall and Max said
not support ion because it would changing
for one person and it is not clear lots are
variance. Jim Hawkins seconded the motiOn which
February 21, 1983 - Continued
carried 4-3, with Jack Shinall, Elbert Coalson and Max Bacon op-
posed.
Variance: Bob Bourne requested a variance to build an addition
to his home at 2816 Parkwood Road to within 6' of the property
line. Mr. Bourne had a letter from the adjoining property owner,
Helen O. Segers, stating she had no objection to the variance.
Jack Shinall made a motion the variance be granted, seconded by
Max Bacon. Vote on the motion carried 7-0.
Commercial Building Permits; In the absence of Larry Dunn,
Williams presented commercial building permits and upon his
mendation the following was approved:
James
recom-
( 1) Mr. Sanford Phillips requested a permit for cons truct ion of
a 60' x 45' building at 570 Cherokee Road for 2 to 4 spaces for
retail stores. Mr. Phillips said this construction will be between
the Saddle Shop and the tattoo parlor, and after construction the
existing house will be torn down. James Williams made a motion
the permit be approved subject to approval of the City Engineer
and Fire Marshal. Jim Hawkins seconded the motion which carried
by a 7-0 vote.
A ointment to Civil vice Board: Mayor Bacon said we had 3
fine candidates to f this position left vacant by Roy Free' s
resignation and wished they could all have been selected. The un-
animous decision by Council was to appoint Roland C. Williams.
Jim Hawkins made a motion Roland C. Williams be appointed to the
Civil Service Board. Sarah Jones seconded the motion which carried
7-0. Mayor Bacon introduced Mr. Williams from the audience and
said he would swear him in after the meeting.
Jack Shinall said that JMERS handles retirement benefits for our
city employees and they have submitted a proposal for disability
benefits to be added to our present plan. Jack said he originally
wanted to have it adopted tonight, but after discussing it with
the Finance Committee, made a motion the disability retirement
benefits for city employees be included in the 1983-84 budget for
approval. Elbert Coalson seconded the motion which carried 7-0.
Reconsideration of Jack Shinall stated that at the November
15, 1982 council a request by James Benton to rezone prop-
erty at the corner of ing and Bank Street from R-15 to Limited
Commercial was denied. Jack said at the hearing he was under the
impression that the front door of the house faced Bank Street and
from some of the things he had said, might have led other members
of council to believe the same, and voted against the rezoning
for this reason. Jack said Mr. Benton could not reapply for the
zoning for one year unless it was brought up by a council member
who voted in the negative. Jack said the house does face King Street
and has a King Street mailing address and felt a mistake had been
made in denying the zoning. Jack Shinall made a motion the Mayor
and Council correct the zoning of this property on its own motion
as provided in the City Zoning Code and cause the property to be
readvertised and re-heard both before the Planning and Zoning Board
and afterwards by Mayor and Council. Jack said the property would
be reposted and readvertised and follow all necessary procedures
before a final vote by Mayor and Council. James Williams seconded
the which carried 6-1, with Jim Hawkins opposed. Jack also
said held a neighborhood meeting concerning the zoning
and only one person came, and he was in favor of the zoning.
Jim Tolleson made a motion the City of Smyrna
cation under the Certified Cities Program.
the motion which carried 7-0.
apply for re-certifi-
Jim Hawkins seconded
Jack Shinall made a motion approval be given to purchase 100 under-
g nd garbage cans, 100 and 100 steps at a total cost of
$ 770 this ase is necessary primarily because
of new t and the money will be recovered when the cans
are developers. James Williams seconded the motion
which
February 21, 1983
Continued
Jim Tolleson said that due to the National
in March and two holidays this year,
to change three council meeting dates. Jim
motion the March 7th meting be changed to March
meet be changed to Tuesday, Jllly 5th; and
5th meeting changed to TuesCl:EiY, September 6th.
seconded the motion. Jack Shinai'l asked that the
meeting be changed to July II th since he would be out
Jim Tolleson amended the motion to change the first meeting
July to the lIth. Max Bacon seconded the amendment. Vote on
amendment and main motion carried 7-0.
in
the
Request for Bids: Sarah Jones said that $7,000 had appro-
priateCt in the Revenue Sharing budget for a vehicle for the Fire
Department. They have found they can get a used car for less than
$7,000 with everything done to it. Sarah said it has been the policy
that if we can negotiate a price on used equipment, to authorize
the Pllrcb.EiSe without requesting bids. This is a 1982 Fairmont
at Wade Ford, and they cannot hold the car long enough for us to
go the bid process. Sarah said the committee recommends
that Department be authorized to negotiate the purchase
of this vehicle and made a motion it be approved. James Williams
seconded the motion which carried 6-l, with Max Bacon opposed
Sarah said the new car would be used by Captain Tidwell and the
other cars swapped around in the department.
said we have 5 new police cars which will be delivered
there is certain equipment that will have to be pur-
they can be put into service. Sarah said we are locked
equipment we have received a price for radios
which will be gqqd through the end of this month. The
has met and recommends the radios be purchased so the
put into service right away. Sarah Jones made a motion
be approved to be paid from the Cant ingency Fund and
Shinall seconded the motion which carried 6-1, with
James Williams said Motorola is slow on delivery,
to see that tb.ey are held to the delivery date.
(Finance) Jim Tolleson said a schedule for
has been made and a copy distributed to all
Jim said gqvernmental accounts are now eligible
t on check and we will be sending letters soon
banks asking for proposals.
Doris Morris
would be
Dor is also
in giving
parking
available.
that Faith Watts
~ibrary for the next
expressed her appreciation
permission for the City to
lots. Also, State and Federal
Exten-
weeks
First
steps
return
tax
(Water) Shinall thanked everyone
cards fo.::Llowing his automobile. accident 2
who
weeks
had called
ago.
and
sent
Water Department has been concentrating on. replacing
and contrary to opinion, meters do not speed up,
There are 160 stopped meters and 51 covered, and
replace them all very soon. Also, March cleanup
will have extra trash trucks working on the weekends
extra trash can be picked up.
Vie Broy:tes for a report on the prOblem we are
Vie said that in many cases, pglpwooders
to cut down trees in someone' s yard and leaving
limbs for the City to h}iul off. We do not have the
or manpower to clean up big jobs such as and it has
cleanup during Mqrch will not include trees that have
down. Jack Shinall said that we not only could not do
would not. When are cut down it is the pulpwooders
to haul them
Jack
very
said
The
the
first
Sewer
phase.
System Evalua-tion Study
will be smoke testing and
begin
everyone
February 21, 1983 - Continued
will be notified beforehand, and we will try to get as much news
coverage as possible.
(Civil Defense) Jim Farley reminded everyone that we
a State-wide tornado drill on March 2nd, with March 4th
nate date in case of bad weather. The drill will be
daytime hours and the outdoor warning sirens will sound.
will have
the al ter-
during the
(Police) Sarah Jones asked Chief Little for a report on the DUI
Task For Chief Little said the task force is being operated
under grant and we will be reimbursed for 70% of the cost
for and manpower. There are six departments in the County
part ting in the force, with 7 personnel involved, divided
into two squads. In order to be handled equitably, the County has
been divided into 15 quadrants with a schedule assigned for each
quadrant. So far, we have had 25 DUI cases and 75 other cases tried
within Smyrna with anticipated revenues of $6,000, since December
6, 1982. Within one year's time, he felt the operation would more
than double the cost of salaries for the individual we have assigned
to the force. In addition, there has already been purchased $19,342
worth of equipment, which at the end of the year will revert back
to the City. In addition to the revenues derived, we will actually
gain about $42,000 worth of service and equipment.
Mayor Bacon said Pasadena Boulevard is still unpaved and felt the
work would resume the early part of next week.
Also, the easements
for the replacement
stations. These two
the near future.
have been signed, with the exception of two,
of the Willowbrook, Highview and Deerwood lift
outstanding easements should be received in
Mayor Bacon said the survey for the Woodland Arms lift station
removal has already been done and Mr. Camp is working on the legal
documents to obtain the necessary easements. Mr. Camp said they
were being typed and would be ready soon.
With no further business, meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
BACON,
OATH OF OFFICE
I, RolAnrl C. WilliAmS do solemnly swear that I will well and
truly demean myself as a member of the Civil Service Board for the
City of Smyrna and that I am eligible under the Act to serve on
this Board, and that I will faithfully enforce the rules and regu-
lations of the Civil Service Act and all other applicable laws to
the best of my ability, without fear or favor, and in all my actions
as a member of the Civil Service Board, I shall act as I believe
will be in the best interest of the members of the Civil Service
Act and the City of Smyrna, so help me God.
This, the 21st day of February, 1983.
I hereby certify that on February 21, 1983, I administered the
within and foregoing oath to Roland C. Williams.
This, the 21st day of February, 1983.
February 10, 1983
From:
Bob Bourne
hereby requesting your consideration in granting me a variance
ild an addition onto my home at 2816 Parkwood Road to come within
six (6) feet of the sideyard property line.
Attached please find a letter granting my neighbors permission on
this variance.
Respectfully,
Mrs. Bob Bourne