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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-04-03 Minutes25 MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE FAYETTEVILLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS A meeting of the Fayetteville City Board of Directors was held at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, April 3, 1984 in the Board Room of the City Administration Building, 113 West Mountain Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas. inPRESENT: Mayor Noland; Directors Lancaster, Osborne, Orton, Sharp, Noland and Bumpass; City Manager Grimes, City Attorney McCord, Assistant City Manager McWethy, City Clerk Kennedy COLLI Q 1 1 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Noland called the meeting to order and asked for a moment of 25.1 respectful silence. CITY HALL RENOVATION Mayor Noland noted this meeting, being held in the newly renovated City Hall building, was an historic and momentous occasion. Director Johnson spoke about the history of the building, which was built in 1906 by Artemus F. Wolfe (once a City Council member) for $68,000. Johnson stated original occupants of the building were a grocery store, 50 real estate offices belonging to Wolfe on the second floor and the Masonic Hall on the third floor. Over the years, other tenants were the Fayetteville Practical College, the Fayetteville Business College and Wilson Motor Company. Director Johnson stated the City procured the building, in the middle of the depression years, for around $18,000 and, with a WPA grant for $15,000, renovated the building. The renovation supplies and fixtures (along with eight jail cells) were purchased from the Kansas City courthouse which was being dismantled. Johnson stated the Mayor at that time was McAlister. She said in 1936 all the City offices were housed together in the building, for the first time in 70 years; that, in addition, the Chamber of Commerce and Masonic Lodge were housed in the building. 25.2 25.3 26 4-3-84 26.1 Director Johnson stated in 1980, following a study by Northwest Engineers, the building was declared to be structurally sound, even though it had been rumored the upper two floors were condemned. In 1982 the City contracted with Hailey, Powers and Froning, Architects, and with Kan -Ark Construction Company to renovate City Hall and, after 17 months, that project is completed. 26.2 Director Sharp stated he thought the renovation had given the City a modern office building while still retaining the character and feel of an 1890's building. He stated four floors of the building are in use, a total of about 32,000 square feet. Sharp stated the cost of renovation was $1,166,000, about $35-$37 per square foot. Director Sharp pointed out construction costs for a comparable new office building would be about twice the cost. 26.3 Director Sharp invited the public to view the building on Sunday, April 29 from 1:00-3:00 P.M., when an open house will be held. Sharp stated a special collection at the University library contains a newspaper photograph from 1937 which shows the City's "newly renovated" building at that time. Director Sharp expressed his hope that this building fifty years from now will still be serving the City as it did in 1937. EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH 26.4 Mayor Noland presented a certificate and check for $150 to the three employees of the month for March -- Bill Boudrey, Fire Department; Mark Paul, Parks and Recreation Department and Jack Turner, Sanitation Department -- and noted comments from their supervisors about their outstanding performance in their jobs. SIGN APPEAL/3372 N. COLLEGE AVE. 26.5 Mayor Noland introduced an appeal from the literal provisions of the Sign Ordinance submitted by Joe B. Morris, d/b/a Houston -Taylor Motor Company, for permission to erect two free-standing signs on one lot at 3372 North College Avenue. The Mayor explained the ordinance allows only one free-standing sign per lot unless the Board determines that strict enforcement would cause practical difficulties due to circumstances unique to the individual sign under consideration. William Greenhaw was present to represent the appeal. 26.6 Greenhaw addressed the Board, stating the petitioner had made this request once before, in October, in the form of a request for a lot split, which was denied. Greenhaw stated the petitioner feels strict 1 4-3-84 compliance would be unfair because the dealership has two completely different corporations supplying automobiles, both of which are "fiercely competitive and require separate advertising". Greenhaw stated the management of Houston -Taylor wishes to comply in all respects with the ordinance except they wish to ask permission for two separate signs. Greenhaw explained Nissan Corporation will be dismantling LO their Datsun sign, that Nissan has received a copy of Fayetteville's sign ordinance and are designing a sign which will comply with the ordinance. 27 27.1 W Director Orton stated because other companies might begin to make 27.2 Q similar requests when there is more than one business on a lot, she suggests separate signs, side-by-side, with "something in between that would join them", that the total square footage of both signs should be within the required amount allowed. Greenhaw stated the Chrysler Corporation sign is already at the maximum square footage allowed. Bert Rakes, City Sign Inspector, stated the maximum square footage allowable is 75 square feet; that the Chrysler Corporation sign is 72 square feet. After some discussion, Director Osborne stated he would like to see compliance with both the setback and the square footage requirements, but has sympathy with the problems of large corporations. Director Osborne made a motion to grant a variance to allow two free-standing signs but that the total square footage of both signs must be within 75 square feet and at a 40 foot setback. Osborne stated the idea of joining two signs together "would be an exercise in futility". He stated the Board should treat the petitioner in a similar manner to other motor companies. The City Attorney stated other motor companies have been granted variances for signs in excess of 75 square feet. Sign Inspector Bert Rakes listed those variances granted to other motor companies in Fayetteville: J. D. Fisher 106 square feet Lewis -Ford 110 square feet Jones Olds 121 square feet 27.3 27.4 Director Osborne changed his motion to state 115 square feet rather 27.5 than 75 square feet. Director Johnson pointed out the petitioner had requested the two signs be located on opposite sides of the lot. Mr. Greenhaw stated the location of the two signs "is something that is flexible". Director Johnson seconded the motion. After some discussion, it was the consensus of the Board, and Director Osborne agreed, that the intent of his motion is for the signs to abut one another. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 27.6 28 4-3-84 GREENSPACE VARIANCE 28.1 Mayor Noland introduced an ordinance clarifying the provisions of the City's "Green Space Ordinance" and providing that the City Board may grant a variance from the literal requirements. The Mayor stated the Green Space ordinance provides that when a proposed subdivision does not provide for an area or areas for a public park based on the City's adopted plan, the subdivider may be required to either make a reasonable dedication of land for public park facilities or an equivalent financial contribution in lieu of land dedication. Mayor Noland stated the land requirement is .0125 acres per single-family dwelling or .01 acres per multi -family dwelling, while the alternative contribution if $105 per single family/$85 per multi -family dwelling unit. Noland stated the ordinance before the Board would clarify certain provisions in the Green Space ordinance and would provide that the Directors can vary or waive these requirements when certain conditions are met. 28.2 28.3 28.4 Mayor Noland suggested that the third condition listed under Section 3 of the proposed ordinance, "the physical characteristics of the designated land are suitable for park purposes" should be prefaced with "If the Planning Commission determines, after consultation with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board that..." The City Attorney explained Section 3, paragraph (c) could be amended to reflect that suggestion. McCord stated that amendment would be consistent with an earlier provision in the ordinance that provides that no land should be dedicated without that determination. McCord stated the proposed ordinance contains no substantive changes from the original parks ordinance, but merely contains clarification to comply with the Arkansas Supreme Court decision in the IBI case. McCord stated the proposed ordinance will clarify the conditions under which a waiver or variance can be granted. Director Orton suggested the amendment to paragraph (c) could apply also to the other paragraphs under that section. The City Attorney stated Director Orton's suggestion could be incorporated by amending the second sentence of Section 3 to read "Upon a recommendation of the Planning Commission, after consultation with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Board of Directors may waive..." Director Johnson asked, in the case of a developer who meets all the provisions under Section 3 for being granted a waiver, if the Board would be impelled to grant the waiver. The City Attorney stated that decision is "strictly discretionary", as the City has the ultimate legislative authority to implement the Parks Plan and require that public parks, as opposed to private parks, be provided. 28.5 Director Sharp stated he is not critical of the Parks Board making recommendations, as asked to by the Planning Commission, but feels 4-3-84 it would be better for the City Board to make such decisions, rather than delegating them. Sharp stated he still feels the City Board needs those recommendations badly. Director Osborne asked the City Attorney if the Board's decision to approve such waivers would require a vote of both the Planning Commission and the PRAB; and could the Planning Commission recommend approval without the PRAB recommending approval. Director Orton stated the intent of her suggested amendment was that waiver requests, when recom- mended by the PRAB, would next go to the Planning Commission and then to the City Board. McCord stated the Board can make a legislative Q decision to insist that any waiver be contingent upon approval of the PRAB, but that this would be inconsistent with the prescribed function of the PRAB which is that of an advisory and not an administrative decision-making board. McCord stated he thought it procedurally proper to have the applicant petition the Planning Commission for a waiver and have the Planning Commission ask for a recommendation from the PRAB, make its own decision and make a recommendation to the Board. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the first time. Director Osborne, seconded by Orton, made a motion to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on second reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the second time. Director Osborne, seconded by Orton, made a motion to further suspend the rules and place the ordinance on third and final reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the third and final time. Director Sharp, referring to the provision in Section 2 that moneys must be expended by December 31, 1990, asked if a period of time should be set for amending that part of the ordinance. The City Attorney stated the Parks Plan will be updated before 1990, at which time the ordinance would have to be amended. 29 29.1 29.2 29.3 29.4 Upon roll call, the ordinance passed, 7-0. 29.5 ORDINANCE NO. 2998 APPEARS ON PAGE BOOK Mi, 151 OF ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION REZONING PETITION R84-7/2699 W. SIXTH ST. Mayor Noland introduced an ordinance rezoning 0.7 acres on the southeast corner of Highway 62 West and East Farmers Avenue, from A-1, Agricultural district, to C-2, Thoroughfare Commercial district. The Mayor stated the Planning Commission, by a vote of 7-0, recommended approval, and it was agreed by the Planning Consultant this was a satisfactory use 29.6 30 4-3-84 30.1 of the land. The Mayor asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak regarding the rezoning. There was no response. 30.2 The City Attorney read the ordinance for the first time. Director Osborne, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on second reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the second time. Director Osborne, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to further suspend the rules and place the ordinance on third and final reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the third and final time. With no questions from the Board, the ordinance passed, 7-0. ORDINANCE NO. 2999 APPEARS ON PAGE 1/31/ OF ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION BOOK XvI/I SANITATION CONTRACT 30.3 Mayor Noland introduced a resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract, for one year, with Sunray Sanitation, Inc., to service certain large firms which the City Sanitation Department is not equipped to handle. 30.4 Director Bumpass, seconded by Lancaster, made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the execution of a contract. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 11�p RESOLUTION NO. 44-84 APPEARS ON PAGE d!( OF ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION BOOK XVRL 30.5 NAMING CITY PARKS Mayor Noland introduced a recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board regarding the naming of two City parks. The Mayor stated the name recommended for the park in the Industrial Park flood plain area is "Combs Park", after an early land owner in that area; and the name recommended for the park near the intersection of Highways 265 North and 45 East is "Crossover Park". 1 CO 10 N W co Director Sharp, chairman of the City Hall Committee, reported on that Cat committee's meeting of March 27. 31 4-3-84 Director Sharp, seconded by Orton, made a motion to approve the recom- 31.1 mendation of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 45-84 APPEARS ON PAGE 30 OF ORDINANCE Sr RESOLUTION BOOK Mu CITY HALL COMMITTEE REPORT Director Sharp reported the following recommendations were made by the committee, with most Board members being present at that meeting: (1) That the date of "substantial completion" of the building is February 24, 1984; (2) That the penalties for late completion be waived for cause; (3) That the west exit door be used as an emergency fire exit door only; (4) That the problems with the tiles in the drafting room be corrected by the contractor (Sharp reported this room has now been carpeted); (5) That it was agreed air locks are needed --Sharp reported that Architect Don Froning has stated installing an air lock on the front door handicapped entrance could present installation problems and would also be one more door for handicapped persons to go through --a door that would also be used very rarely. Sharp stated he thought this item should be considered by the Board. 31.2 31.3 31.4 31.5 31.6 31.7 31.8 (6) It was agreed it would be beneficial to the public to have 31.9 a drive -up bill -paying window installed, at a cost not to exceed $4500. (7) That a check -writing ledge on the first floor not be installed; (8) That an electronically operated projector screen is needed for the Board room. Director Sharp reported Don Froning has stated he is not positive of the costs for this item and Sharp stated costs should be obtained, remarking it is mentioned in the Minutes that costs would be about $500.00. 31.10 31.11 32 4-3-84 32.1 (9) That map holders are recommended which would blend with the building, as well as covers to be made for the maps; 32.2 (10) That the video electronics items be discussed at this Board meeting, since both Board members who have been studying this item were not present when it was raised in committee meeting; 32.3 (11) That the building of a stud wall in the Community Development office should be delayed; 32.4 (12) That the proposal for installing a MUZAK/paging system should also be delayed, since the bid is good for six months; 32.5 (13) That prices would be submitted by Don Froning for covering the east and west staircases with vinyl treads. Sharp stated Froning's cost estimate is a total of $1600.00, including tax, for 131 steps. Sharp stated he thought this item should be discussed again by the committee, and a recommendation made to the Board. 32.6 (14) That Don Froning and the contractor should install steps so that the rear door of the building can be more easily used. 32.7 (15) That David McWethy has reported that Harmony House, a janitorial firm, has been selected, on a month-to-month basis, for janitorial services. 32.8 Director Orton stated she thought the list of video equipment being considered will come well within the amount budgeted; that she and Director Johnson plan to meet, and to confer with experts, regarding a final list. It was agreed that Directors Johnson and Orton should submit their final list of video equipment to the staff. 32.9 Director Bumpass suggested, and Sharp concurred, that cost estimates be obtained on map racks. 32.10 Assistant City Manager McWethy pointed out the costs of airlocks (as shown in a March 28 memo to the Board) were reversed --that the rear airlock cost would be $2800 and the front airlock would be $950. 32.11 Director Sharp pointed out the question remains whether the Board wishes to install both airlocks. Director Lancaster, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to accept the recommendations of the committee. Regarding the front airlock, Director Johnson, with Sharp concurring, stated she would not be in favor of installing the front airlock if 1 1 4-3-84 it would be an impediment for a handicapped person. It was agreed that the motion is to approve the committee's recommendations, but that the front airlock not be installed, and that prices be obtained on the projector screen and the map racks. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 33 33.1 10 NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT W Mayor Noland reported that the Nominating Committee does not yet have 33.2 a recommendation regarding the appointment to the City Planning Commission. Q SHOP STUDY CONTRACT Mayor Noland introduced a resolution authorizing the execution of a contract with NTE Transit Management & Consulting Co., Inc., for performing the implementation phase of a study of the City Shop operations. 33.3 Director Osborne, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to pass the reso- 33.4 lution. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 46-84 APPEARS ON PAGE 7- OF ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION BOOK XVIII YEATER AVENUE VACATION Mayor Noland introduced an ordinance vacating and abandoning the street right-of-way, subject to the retention of a utility easement, of Yeater Avenue, an unopened street which is platted from Spring to Center Streets, between Fletcher and Olive Avenues. Director Orton stated she did not care to act on such a request unless it is accompanied by a petition signed by all adjoining property owners. The City Attorney stated, under Arkansas law, there are two procedures for vacating streets and alleys --(1) upon petition of all abutting property owners, or (2) by mere passage of an ordinance by the Board of Directors that it has been determined the street or alley is not needed for corporate purposes. McCord stated, in this case, this street was platted but never opened. McCord noted, however, there might be a potential use for the street by the abutting property owners. City Manager Grimes asked that the burden of obtaining sucha petition 33.8 be placed on the person requesting the vacation. 33.5 33.6 33.7 34 4-3-84 34.1 The City Attorney stated that concurrence was given by utility companies at a Plat Review Committee meeting and that the ordinance, if passed, would reserve a utility easement. 34.2 Director Orton, seconded by Sharp, made a motion to table the request until the person making the request submits a petition signed by adjoining property owners. Director Osborne stated he thought it would be sufficient for the requesting party to obtain proof of notification of the adjoining property owners by certified mail (return receipt requested). Osborne stated the notification should contain information such as the date and subject of the hearing. Director Orton, with Sharp concurring, agreed to amend the motion to reflect Osborne's suggestion. 34.3 City Manager Grimes noted, in this case, the notification should contain the information that the City will retain a utility easement of about 30 feet. 34.4 Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 34.5 Director Lancaster expressed concerns that if the street were to revert to the property owners on either side, there should be some assurance that the property owners would pay taxes on the property. The City Attorney stated that it was not known whether the legal description of the street goes to the center line but that, upon vacation, the abutting property owners from each side would acquire title to the center line, which requires taxation, although nominal. RIGHT-OF-WAY WAIVER 34.6 Mayor Noland introduced a request for a waiver of the Master Street Plan requirements regarding the dedication of five feet of street right-of-way along West Center Street, in connection with a lot split located at the intersection of Center Street and Palmer Avenue. The Mayor asked if there was anyone present to speak for the request. A member of the audience came forward to address the Board, stating that the Planning Commission had voted, 7-0, to approve his request. 34.7 Director Orton, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to grant the waiver. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 1 1 4-3-84 PARKS EQUIPMENT LEASE Mayor Noland introduced a resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a lease agreement with Williams Ford Tractor and Equipment Company, for the two-year lease of parks maintenance equipment. Director Johnson, seconded by Osborne, made a motion to pass the reso- lution. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 47-84 APPEARS ON PAGE .3%) OF ORDINANCE .& RESOLUTION BOOK VIII BID AWARDS Mayor Noland introduced a series of bid awards recommended by Purchasing Officer Sturman Mackey. The Mayor stated that, in each case, there were several bids received. 35 35.1 35.2 35.3 Director Johnson, seconded by Bumpass, made a motion to award the 35.4 bids, as follows: 1. Award of Bid #557 for a motor scooter for the Traffic Depart- ment. 35.5 2. Award of Bid 11562 for an air compressor for the Street Depart- 35.6 ment. 3. Award of Bid #563 for a self-propelled concrete saw for 35.7 the Street Department. 4. Award of Bid 11564 for culvert pipe for the Street Department. 35.8 Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 35.9 HEALTH INSURANCE Mayor Noland introduced an ordinance waiving competitive bidding require- ments regarding the City's group health insurance plan for employees; and accepting the rates proposed by Blue Cross/Blue Shield for the next rating period (beginning April 15, 1984). Speaking for Hall Consulting, Inc., a gentleman addressed the Board, stating the consulting firm recommends the City stay with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. He stated, although Blue Cross recommends a 24% increase • 35.10 35.11 36 4-3-84 36.1 this year, the City's plan is such that, if premiums paid in are greater than claims paid out, there can be a refund at the end of the year. He stated for the last three years there have been refunds received which have been deposited in an escrow account. The firm's recommendation is that the escrow account be used to pay for the rate increase (about $5400 per month). 36.2 Mayor Noland pointed out the firm had recommended, in their letter, considering a change from the "Wrap Around Major Medical" to a "Compre- hensive Plan". The firm's representative stated the employees' reactions to this change were mixed so that the Finance Director, the Purchasing Officer and the firm are not ready at this time to recommend a change. 36.3 Bruce Morgan, speaking for Blue Cross, explained the "preferred payment program" started last July and gives employees a list of physicians who will bill you for no more than Blue Cross allowed charges. He stated the City's program has the advantages of a fully insured and a self-insured program both. Morgan stated in addition to the City's interest-bearing escrow account, there also is a reserve fund (to offset losses) kept by Blue Cross, containing 18% of premiums. He stated this year the reserve fund had $41,000 in it; that, after a $17,000 loss, there is around $21,000 in that fund. Morgan stated the City may pay Blue Cross, up front, $65,000 out of the escrow account to offset the loss, and the City would have no rate increase; but in his opinion it would be to the City's advantage to pay this amount out on a monthly basis. Morgan stressed there will be no increase in the employees' monthly deduction, because the escrow account will cover the increase. 36.4 The City Attorney read the ordinance (to waive competitive bidding requirements) for the first time. Director Osborne, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on second reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the second time. Director Osborne, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to further suspend the rules and place the ordinance on third and final reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. The City Attorney read the ordinance for the third and final time. Upon roll call, the ordinance passed, 7-0. ORDINANCE N0. 3000 APPEARS ON PAGE is(, OF ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION BOOK XVII 1 1 4-3-84 OTHER BUSINESS CH2M Hill Contract 37 CO Mayor Noland noted that action must be taken at the next Board meeting 37.1 on a proposed contract with CH2M Hill regarding construction supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. N W (n Arkansas Good Roads/Transportation Council Q 1 Mayor Noland introduced a request from the Arkansas Good Roads Council for a resolution from this Board expressing support of Act 685. Director Orton asked what Act 685 included and the City Attorney suggested the possibility of the Board adopting the resolution contingent upon his review of that Act. Some Directors expressed a wish to read Act 685 before acting on this request. Director Orton also questioned the survey which was conducted, stating its references to "roads" never separates city streets from county roads or interstate highways. 37.2 Director Lancaster, seconded by Bumpass, made a motion to table the 37.3 request pending information from the City Attorney regarding Act 685. Director Sharp noted the last paragraph in the proposed resolution, "In conclusion...that higher taxes are acceptable..." may not necessarily be "a very broad consensus". 37.4 Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 37.5 City Hall Elevator Mayor Noland asked City Manager Grimes to follow up in regards to a letter from Purchasing Officer Mackey concerning the elevator service contract which was considered at the last Board meeting. Grimes noted that during the last City Hall committee meeting, it was pointed out by the architect that the City has a one-year maintenance contract in the overall remodeling contract. Street Committee Meeting Director Sharp asked that a Street Committee meeting be scheduled to discuss schools, and other items. That meeting was scheduled for April 11 at 3:30 P.M. • 37.6 37.7 38 4-3-84 Children's House/SCAN 38.1 Mayor Noland announced that Directors Bumpass, Orton and Sharp have volunteered to serve on a committee which will work with Sandra Carlisle, C.D. Director, in regards to building plans for Children's House/SCAN. Director Sharp stressed some inquiries should be made regarding potential sewer problems in the area of the proposed building site, since the nearest sewer line may be at Sunrise Manor. Mayor Noland asked that the committee also consider suggestions with respect to square footage needs, as well as suggestions regarding the site itself. Noise Variance 38.2 Mayor Noland stated he had been contacted by Dr. Suzanne Gordon regarding a request from fraternities and sororities to be granted eight variances from the sound ordinance for April 14, but that there was some question about the request not being turned in two weeks in advance. There was no one present to speak for the request. 38.3 Assistant City Manager McWethy stated he had been called by someone at the University today, asking for information about a sound variance for Saturday, April 14. McWethy stated that, pursuant to the ordinance passed by the Board last September (that these requests had to be submitted two weeks prior to the date of the event), he could not consider the request for April 14. In the absence of any additional information pertaining to the request, McWethy stated, for a request which was made at this time last year, he granted 75 decibels from 7:00 P.M. on Saturday until 1:00 A.M. on Sunday. He stated this would be the administrative variance granted if the pesent request is similar to the one granted last year. 38.4 Director Lancaster, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to grant such a variance of 75 decibels from 7:00 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. 38.5 Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. 38.6 Director Osborne stated there were "real problems on the west side of town" that prompted the ordinance; that the University has been "very nice to work with". Nicrodata Settlement 38.7 City Attorney McCord reported he has finally received the settlement agreement from Microdata's counsel, he has reviewed it and it is consistent with what was approved by the Board. McCord introduced a resolution authorizing execution of the settlement agreement. 1 4-3-84 Director Johnson, seconded by Bumpass, made a motion to pass the reso- lution. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 48-84 APPEARS ON PAGE 3ii4 OF ORDINANCE & RESOLUTION BOOK )(vtJI 39 39.1 1.11 Arkansas Municipal League Director Johnson announced the Arkansas Municipal League's 50th annual 39.2 W convention will be held in June, a change from the normal meeting CO time of November. Johnson stated any resolutions or amendments to Q League policies must be submitted by May 24. MINUTES The following corrections were made to the Minutes of the meeting of March 20, 1984: • 1.2 "...this type bonds..." should be "...these type bonds..." 12.1 "...those type..." should be "...these type..." With those corrections, the Minutes were approved as distributed. REAPPRAISALS OF PROPERTY Mayor Noland stated Washington County is in the process of conducting reappraisals of property in the City of Fayetteville; that the appraisers should be wearing badges identifying themselves with their photograph and I.D. number. DIRECTOR OSBORNE'S RESIGNATION Mayor Noland announced that Director Osborne had asked that his resignation from the Board be effective at the end of this meeting. The Mayor expressed appreciation for Osborne's contributions on the Board over the last few years, as well as for his work as Chairman of the Finance Committee. Noland stated it had been a pleasure to serve along with Osborne and expressed the Board's regret to see him leave. • 39.3 39.4 39.5 39.6 39.7 39.8 40 4-3-84 40.1 Director Osborne stated he "genuinely enjoyed" serving on the Board for five years, stating it has been "an experience". Osborne stated he thought Bill Martin would do a good job serving on the Board. OATH OF OFFICE/WILLIAM V. MARTIN 40.2 Municipal Judge Charles Williams administered the Oath of Office to William V. Martin as the Director to represent Ward Two for the City of Fayetteville. APPOINTMENT OF ASSISTANT MAYOR 40.3 Mayor Noland pointed out, with the resignation of Director Osborne, there is a vacancy in the position of Vice -Mayor. 40.4 Director Sharp, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to nominate Director Lancaster as Vice -Mayor. Upon roll call, the motion passed, 6-1-0, with Director Lancaster abstaining. ADJOURNMENT 40.5 With no further business before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 4:30 P.M. 1