Scott Calhoun

The City Council conducted a Called Council Meeting. Key actions taken included the adoption of the agenda. The Council then approved the temporary appointment of Lonnie Welch as the Water, Gas, and Sewer Systems Manager, Range 19, Step 4. Following council member and mayor reports, the meeting was adjourned.

The Council Meeting involved several key actions following the adoption of the amended agenda. Discussions included a proclamation regarding the Alabama Bicentennial. Public comments were heard regarding the proposed demotion of Barry Charping from Utility Maintenance Supervisor, a measure supported by the Mayor. The Council received the Planning Commission Report concerning a Rezoning request for 1314 Pelham Road and scheduled a Public Hearing for September 25, 2017. Resolutions were approved authorizing the submission of a CDBG Sewer Rehab Grant Application to ADECA and authorizing the execution of a Transportation Alternatives Project (TAP) Agreement for the Forney Avenue Sidewalk Project. A motion passed to approve a Special Events Retail (Beer and Wine) License for an event hosted by Gridiron of Oxford, LLC. Furthermore, the Mayor was authorized to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding a Bikeshare program with Bantam Strategy Group. Consolidated administrative items included approvals for purchases exceeding $5,000 across General Government, Library, Police, and Utility Office departments, alongside personnel actions: approving the demotion of Barry Charping, the reclassification of Kolby Addison Burgess, accepting the resignation of Kody Kilgro, and approving the temporary appointment of Joel Bonds. Additional public comments were made opposing the demotion of Barry Charping. The Mayor provided updates on upcoming community events and school schedules.

Key discussions included the review and updating of Draft By-Laws, with a revised version to be presented at the next meeting. The Authority passed a motion to develop a draft for the Facade Grant processes and requirements. The CDA also requested that an official corporate seal be ordered. Future items scheduled for consideration include a field trip to familiarize the CDA with the City and an invitation to the JSU Economic Development department for a future meeting. Completed tasks noted were obtaining the Tax ID, CDA being named an insured under AMIC, and CDA information being added to the website.

The City Council meeting involved adopting an amended agenda which included considering an agreement with Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, LLC, approving a revised job description for Meter Reader/Utility Service Worker, and approving employment actions for two new Part-Time/Substitute Firefighter/EMTs. Key actions included authorizing the Mayor to sign the Coca-Cola agreement, approving the list of Volunteer Firefighters, approving the job transition for Jacob Kadle to a higher Wastewater Operator range upon certification, and approving purchases over $5,000, specifically traffic pre-emption equipment for $34,216.00 from Temple, Inc. Personnel actions included accepting several resignation notifications. Citizen comments raised concerns regarding the new phase in Stoney Brook regarding street width and potential traffic influx, and the timing of new traffic signals. The Mayor's report confirmed the completion of the Signalization Project.

Key actions taken during the meeting included the adoption of the amended agenda, which added consideration for purchasing and equipping a 2018 Chevrolet 2500HD Silverado Truck. The Council accepted the bid report and awarded the bid for a WWG&S Work Truck to Donahoo Chevrolet. Resolutions were approved authorizing a contract extension for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrades Project Coordinator/Manager, selecting Morton & Associates, Inc. for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Preparation & Administrative Services, and selecting Utility Engineering Consultants, LLC, for CDBG Engineering Services. Furthermore, the Quitclaim Deed from ALDOT for property expansion near the post office was accepted. Employment actions included approving the hiring of a Part-Time Library Assistant and noting the resignation of a Part-Time Police Communications Officer. Consolidated administrative items covered the purchase of a Xerox Copier and the disposition of surplus property (HP Laptop). The Mayor provided updates on upcoming events, including a Sales Tax Holiday and community activities.