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12052005 December 5, 2005 December 5. 2005 - The regular scheduled meeting of Mayor and Council was held at Smyrna City Hall. The meeting was called to order by presiding officer Mayor A. Max Bacon at 7:30 o'clock p.m. All council members were present. Also present were City Administrator Wayne Wright, City Clerk Susan Hiott, City Attorney Scott Cochran, Community Relations Director Jennifer Bennett, Human Resources Director Chris Corey, Fire Chief Jason Lanyon and representatives of the press. Invocation was given by Associate Pastor Calvin Tibbs from International Gospel Outreach Church, followed by the pledge to the flag. AGENDA CHANGES: Mayor Bacon stated that agenda item 4 A [Public Hearing - Rezoning Request Z05-016 - R-15 to RAD Conditional - 1.98 Acre Tract - 1102 Bank Street - Pritchard Properties, LLC] and 5 A [Public Hearing - Privilege License Request - Alcoholic Beverage, Retail Pouring (Beer & Wine) - Las Lomas, Inc. - 3120 South Cobb Drive - Cecilia Balderas Flores, Agent Applicant] will be tabled until the December 19, 2005 council meeting. Mayor Bacon recognized Mr. Wright, and Mr. Wright stated that police compensation has been under review for several months, and that it has been determined that some form of differential pay for late shift duty and other types of special duty is appropriate. Mr. Wright stated that implementation of this amended pay plan for police personnel during the current fiscal year is proposed, and that this matter is scheduled for consideration at the next council meeting. - MAYOR'S REPORT: Mayor Bacon recognized Cobb County School Board Representative Curt Johnston, and Mr. Johnston introduced Principal Robblee, faculty members and students from Teasley Elementary School to those present. The students conducted a presentation of this month's character education words for those present. Council Member Lnenicka read a A Proclamation by the City Council in Recognition of the 2(jh Anniversary of Mayor Max Bacon's Service to the Community as Mayor of the City of Smyrna to those present Council Member Lnenicka thanked Mayor Bacon on behalf of the city council for his service to the citizens of Smyrna. Mayor Bacon expressed appreciation to everyone for recognizing him on this occasion, and stated that he will be retiring from the Postal Service on January 3, 2006. Mayor Bacon thanked everyone for their support during his years as a City official. Mayor Bacon stated he is grateful for having had the opportunity to serve as Mayor of Smyrna, and that he is fortunate to have seen many positive changes in the City during his tenure. LAND ISSUES/ZONING/ANNEXATION: (A) Public Hearing - Rezoning Request Z05-016 - R-15 to RAD Conditional- 1.98 Acre Tract - 1102 Bank Street - Pritchard Properties, LLC Mayor Bacon asked if there is anyone present wishing to make comments in connection with this matter, and there was no response. - MOTION: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to table Rezoning Request Z05-016 from December 5. 2005 2 R-15 to RAD Conditional for a 1.98 acre tract at 1102 Bank Street for Pritchard Properties, LLC until the December 19, 2005 council meeting. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion to table the measure was approved 7 - O. - PRIVILEGE LICENSE: (A) Public Hearing - Privilege License Request - Alcoholic Beverage Sales, Retail Pouring (Beer & Wine) - Las Lomas, Inc. - 3120 South Cobb Drive - Cecilia Balderas Flores, Agent Applicant Mayor Bacon asked if there is anyone present wishing to make comments in connection with this matter, and there was no response. MOTION: Council Member McNabb made a motion to table privilege license request for alcoholic beverage sales, retail pouring of beer and wine for Las Lomas, Inc. at 3120 South Cobb Drive for Cecilia Balderas Flores, agent applicant until the December 19,2005 council meeting. The motion was seconded by Council Member Scoggins. Motion to table the measure was approved 7 - O. FORMAL BUSINESS: (A) Approval of extension of solid waste collection agreement Mr. Wright stated Waste Management (WM) has proposed a two-year extension of the solid waste collection contract with the City. Mr. Wright stated WM is requesting a 3% increase, which would be the first increase since 2001. Mr. Wright stated staff recommends extension of this contract for a period of two years. - MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to approve extension of the solid waste collection contract with Waste Management as proposed. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. Motion was approved 7 - O. (B) Approval of commercial sanitation rate changes Council Member Wood stated Waste Management (WM) has proposed a two-year extension of the solid waste agreement with the City with a price increase. Council Member Wood stated that in order to maintain current service levels, it will be necessary to pass on the increase to commercial customers and adjust other fees to follow market changes. Council Member Wood stated the City has not increased commercial sanitation rates since 2001. Council Member Wood stated increasing rates for dumpsters by three percent, the same percentage as Waste Management's increase to the City, is proposed. Council Member Wood stated changing the flat rate for compactors to a variable rate based on the weight of the waste collected is also proposed. Council Member Wood stated passing on the cost increase from Waste Management for collecting household waste from the Hillsdale Condominiums, increasing their monthly cost from $11.50 per unit to $13 .50 per unit, is also proposed. Council Member Wood stated the schedule of proposed rates, if approved, will be effective January l, 2006. MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to approve a two-year extension of the solid waste agreement with Waste Management with the price increases as proposed. The motion was seconded by Council Member Pritchett. Motion was approved 7 - O. - December 5. 2005 3 - Mayor Bacon recognized Ms. JoAnn Birrell with Waste Management, and Ms. Birrell congratulated Mayor Bacon on his service anniversary with the City. Ms. Birrell stated she appreciates the relationship between WM and the City of Smyrna. Mayor Bacon thanked Ms. Birrell for the support WM provides for Keep Smyrna Beautiful and other important City activities. Council Member Newcomb stated that the management of WM has demonstrated responsiveness to customer service concerns, and that he appreciates their diligence. (C) Appointment of Finance Director Mr. Wright stated Mr. David Boyd has been recommended by the search committee as Finance Director for the City. Mr. Wright provided details to those present concerning Mr. Boyd's qualifications and experience. Mayor Bacon recognized Mr. Boyd, and Mr. Boyd thanked the present officials and Mr. Wright for the opportunity to be associated with a progressive city such as Smyrna. MOTION: Council Member Wood made a motion to appoint Mr. David A. Boyd as Finance Director ofthe City of Smyrna with an effective date of December 7, 2005. The motion was seconded by Council Member Smith. Motion was approved 7 - O. (D) Approval of Funds Transfer from the Tree Replacement Fund for landscaping along Spring Road Linear Park - Mr. Wright stated the Public Works Director has worked with a landscape architect to devise a plan for improving the landscaping within the Spring Road Linear Park while reducing maintenance costs. Mr. Wright stated the Smyrna Tree Board has recommended the transfer of up to $47,000 of funds for the proposed landscape improvements planned for the Spring Road Linear Park. Mr. Wright stated staff recommends approval of the transfer of funds for the necessary landscape improvements. MOTION: Council Member Newcomb made a motion to approve the one-time transfer of funds from the tree replacement fund to the public works budget for the landscape enhancement plan for Spring Road Linear Park. The motion was seconded by Council Member Wood. Motion was approved 7 - O. COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMITS: There were none. CONSENT AGENDA: (A) Approval of November 21,2005 minutes (B) Approval to Install Speed Humps on Dell Avenue Residents of Dell Drive have requested speed humps to be installed on their street between Hollis Street and Evelyn Street due to excessive speeding. They have submitted a petition signed by over 70 percent of the residents. All of the requirements of the City's Speed Hump Policy have been met. The City Engineer has reviewed this petition and recommends approval. - December 5. 2005 4 Approval of the 2006 City Holidays Pursuant to the City of Smyrna Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual, a list of specified days have been designated by Mayor and Council as paid legal holidays for city employees. (D) Approval for solicitation of bids for the curbside recycling program The extension of the BPI curbside recycling contract will expire on January 1,2006. There has been no offer of an extension as yet from BFI. The contract has not been out for bid since 1998, and at that time there was no viable competition. At present, at least one other company seems capable and willing to take on the business. Public Works is also researching the cost effectiveness of doing the curbside recycling collection in- house. Approval of sol icitation of bids for this service is recommended. (E) Bid Award - Design services for Taylor Farm Passive Park Requests For Qualifications were solicited and returned in October. Seven Statement of Qualification documents were reviewed by a Selection Committee, with W.K. Dickson being the leader. After W.K. Dickson's further review of the concept plan for this park, a negotiated fee was arranged. Award of this bid to W.K.Dickson, Community Infrastructure Consultants, RFQ #6-012 for park design at Taylor Farm Park, Atlanta Road is recommended. Moreland-Altobelli recommends and staff agrees that WK Dickson's fee proposal is acceptable. (C) - MOTION: Council Member Scoggins made a motion to approve the consent agenda. The motion was seconded by Council Member Smith. Motion was approved 7 - O. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Council Member Pritchett reminded those present to be mindful of the effects of colder weather on pets, outdoor plants and plumbing. - Council Member Newcomb stated the Resolution presented to Mayor Bacon at this meeting is well-deserved. Council Member Scoggins commented favorably about the Christmas decorations in the downtown area, and commended Mr. Ciaccio and his staff for their efforts to beautifully decorate the City during the holiday season. Council Member McNabb stated the Christmas tree lighting ceremony held recently in the City was a wonderful community event which was fun for citizens of all ages. Council Member McNabb commended Mayor Bacon for his long and distinguished career as a public official, and thanked him for his assistance during his first term on the city council. Council Member McNabb welcomed Mr. Boyd to the City staff. Council Member Smith congratulated Mayor Bacon on his service anniversary as Mayor of Smyrna, and commended him for his accomplishments as a City official. Council Member Lnenicka thanked Mayor Bacon for his many years of leadership, and stated that stable leadership has been important to the City's progress. Council Member Lnenicka welcomed Mr. Boyd to the City staff, and commented favorably about the professionalism of the City's employees. - December 5, 2005 5 - Council Member Wood welcomed Mr. Boyd to the City staff. Council Member Wood thanked Mayor Bacon for his many years of service to the community, and stated that the many favorable comments heard in relation to the City's growth and progress attest to the effectiveness of the leadership which has been provided during Mayor Bacon's tenure. Mr. Wright congratulated Mayor Bacon on this milestone in his service to the community. Mr. Cochran congratulated Mayor Bacon on his service anniversary, and stated that Smyrna has a city government which has accomplished a great deal through cooperation. Ms. Hiott stated she enjoys working with Mayor Bacon, and commented favorably on his leadership. CITIZENS INPUT: There was none. Mayor Bacon thanked the council members once again for the Proclamation. Mayor Bacon stated the Christmas tree lighting recently held downtown was a very pleasant and enjoyable event. Mayor Bacon stated he has enjoyed his career with the Postal Service. Mayor Bacon stated Smyrna is a great place to live, and thanked the council members and staff for the role they play in making the City the best community it can be. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m. - - December 5. 2005 / A. MAX BACON, MAYOR ~r1& ~ BIL~OGG~RD 3 01 f~ W..;hcj // / ~;2~~ HARLES PETE WOOD, WARD 7 6 ,j '\ i' (\ . 'V" ~...../ , 1 . ." 'r V ') . _.... ':---/ :.A,l.,{J/_',L,AU O. I )~if ~ D. 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