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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-01-05 Minutes1 - MINUTES OF A MEETINGKOF THE CITY COUNCIL 1 - A meeting of the Fayetteville City Council was held on Tuesday, January 5, 1993, at 6:30 p.m. in the -Council Room of the City Administration Building, 113,W.. Mountain, Fayetteville, Arkansas. PRESENT: Mayor Fred Hanna; Aldermen Woody Bassett, Fred Vorsanger, Len Edens, -Joan Chapman, Heather Daniel, Stephen Miller, Kit Williams,,and Conrad Odom;.City Attorney Jerry Rose; City Clerk,Sherry Thomas; City. Treasurer Glyndon Bunton; Administrative Services Director Ben Mayes; Public Works Director Kevin Crosson; Planning Management Director Alett Little; members of Staff, press, and audience. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Hanna called the meeting to order with eight aldermen present. He stated Dr. Anthony DePalma had given him a quote to begin the meeting with, and Mayor Hanna read the quote. OLD BUSINESS Items that have been brought before the Council but were tabled or no decision made to allow further information to be presented: CATO SPRINGS AND TOWN BRANCH FLOOD CONTROL Mayor Hanna introduced consideration of a resolution expressing the City's intent to support Plan 3 of the flood control project along Cato Springs and Town Branch. The Corps of Engineers requires the City execute a formal, updated letter of intent to identify the specific plan of action the City will support. In March of 1990, the City requested the Corps study the flood problems associated with Cato Springs and Town Branch. The Corps completed a draft reconnaissance report in July 1991, and now need this updated letter of intent to proceed with the plans for flood control. City Staff supports Plan 3 of the flood control options. There is no cost associated with the request for the letter of intent by the Corps. When the final plans are developed, they will be brought before the Council for final approval and funding. This item was tabled at the December 15, 1992 meeting to allow time for further investigation of the site. Kevin Crosson stated staff is looking into the possibility of obtaining easements along the old railroad track for a hiking and bike trail. He stated staff was recommending that the bridge removal be taken out of the flood control proposal at this time. Staff is recommending Plan II. • Alderman Williams asked if this would save the City money. Crosson stated the Corps had stated the cost to remove the bridge was $22,000, and the City would be receiving 50% funding for the project. If the City decides to remove the bridge at a later date, there would probably not be any funding assistance. Alderman Williams stated he liked the idea of making a trail out of the old road and asked if there was a possibility of linking it with Combs Park. He also asked if there was city personnel that could remove the bridge at a later date if that option proves to be viable. Crosson stated we were looking into that. When the City takes possession of the bridge, there will be some immediate costs for making improvements such as rails, etc., to the bridge. Jim Beavers, City engineering staff, stated removal of the bridge was 100% federally funded rather than just 50%. Alderman Miller said he had been in favor of option 1. But he feels confident with the compromises that have been made, option 2 should be workable, and he will support that plan. Alderman Williams discussed the possibility of getting past Ozark Steel and Highway 71 and utilizing the other end of the roadbed as a trail. Mayor Hanna stated if we were to remove the bridge now and obtain federal funding, this is still our tax dollars. He hopes if the funds are not used to remove the bridge that they are spent wisely elsewhere. Alderman Williams stated he felt if the City keeps the debris removed from around the bridge, leaving it should not cause any additional flooding problems. Alderman Edens asked if we could go back to the Corps at a later date and ask for funding to remove the bridge. Kevin Crosson stated when the Council chooses a plan, the Corps will be engineering the project based on that plan. He is not sure because we have never done it, but he feels if the City goes back to the Corps for additional funding, the request would probably be denied. Jim Beavers stated leaving the bridge will increase the elevation of flood control. He does feel, however, that if the City decides at a later date to remove the bridge, City staff could do the work. Crosson stated we might be able to ask the Corps to re-evaluate the flood area including the bridge at a later date. By keeping the bridge, the City will be incurring costs immediately for removing the debris, repairs that might be needed to the bridge, maintaining the structure, etc. 1 January .5, 1993' Joe Robson feels the $22,000 figure for removing the bridge is nominal compared to thesprice paid for"industrial park land. He referred to the National Trails Act whereby rights of way could be utilized for trails under various conditions, etc. 1 Bassett, seconded by Chapman „ made a motion to recommend Plan 2 to the Corps of Engineers. t .. _ Upon roll call, themotion'passed by a vote of 8 to 0. RESOLUTION 1-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE 1 NORTHWEST ARKANSAS REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY REPORT Mayor Hanna introduced"Mr. Bill Martin and Mr. Dan Ferritor, the City's representatives.,to the'Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport Authority, and stated,they•would be presenting the Council with an update on the regional airport project..' Bill Martin stated 'he would be giving ,a brief overview of the history of the authority. During th&fall of 1990, the U.S. House of Representatives Transportation Committee, of which Congressman John Paul Hammerschmidt was the ranking minority member, met with local representatives to discuss the possibility of a regional airport. Transportation Secretary Samuel Skinner stated funds would be available for a feasibility study. In January of 1991, the Authority selected the team of HNTB Bernard and Dunkelbert as the environmental team and McClelland Engineers as consultants for the project. It was determined that a 4 element study, which is still underway, was required to determine the feasibility of a regional airport. Phase I was to determine the feasibility and demand for a cargo/passenger airport. Cargo was felt to be one of the main functionsof the airport. However, the demand for passenger service has surfaced as a major function of the proposed project. Phase II of the ,study is site selection. There have been many extremely professional, dedicated people who have been working in good faith to determine the best possible area with the least environmental impact. In February of 1992, the Centerton 2 site was selected. Phase III of the project was begun today. It is the Master Plan for the project that will generate finite plans and specifications for the siteand requirements of the airport. Phase IV will be the environmental study. The FAA is waiting for the final word from the Game and Fish Commission regarding the environmental impact to the areaand to the Ozark Cave Fish that live in the area. Initially, it was thought that two runways of 13,000 feet each would be required. Now, it has been determined that one runway of January 5, 1993 8,800 feet will be ample for now, and there will be room for expansion for future growth. The environmental studies will be critical to the project. By early fall, the preliminary engineering studies could be complete. Before any money is raised, he and Mr. Ferritor will be back before the City Council to apprise them of the funding options. Alderman Chapman stated he had indicated flexibility in the project. She stated that it has been determined that a cargo airport is not advisable, would it still be considered for future needs. Mr. Martin stated there are currently two cargo flights per day anticipated. By the year 2000, it is anticipated there will be a need for 4 cargo flights. Mr. Ferritor stated he felt this projection was optimistic. He feels probably one flight every two days will be sufficient. Mr. Ferritor stated he would like to reiterate about the good working relationship among and with the people on the Authority. He feels the people of Northwest Arkansas have worked well together on this project. Alderman Vorsanger asked about the Centerton 2 site. Bill Martin stated the site selection was based on about 20 criteria, and a dozen or more sites were considered. One factor considered was the weighted average travel time to the airport. The Centerton 2 site will provide a site with an average travel time of 30 minutes for most of the users in this area. There are about 80 residents and 2 farming operations that will be displaced. Mr. Ferritor stated the environmental concerns are very important as well, and this is one of the major reasons the Centerton 2 site was selected. Alderman Williams asked how far it is for the citizens of Fayetteville to the proposed site. Mr. Ferritor stated about 21-22 miles. Mr. Martin stated it takes about 40 minutes to drive to the site. Alderman Williams stated it seems that Fayetteville is the farthest city from the site. He questioned whether the possibility of losing Drake Field had been considered in the studies and the possible ways of mitigating the economic losses to Fayetteville from this loss. Mr. Martin stated it is not anticipated that Drake Field would be closed. Mr. Ferritor stated that is not one of the issues of the study. He feels the regional airport will help Fayetteville grow, which in turn will benefit Drake Field as well. He does not feel Fayetteville will lose any revenues from Drake Field. 1 January 5, 1993: Alderman Williams asked as representatives of the Authority, would Mr. Martin and Mr. Ferritor recommend,building the airport or to protect Fayetteville's interest if. -the two were not compatible. Mr. Martin stated he• would consider, both factors. He is representing Fayetteville'.s°interest and feels this can only be enhanced by a good regional facility. Mr. Ferritor stated. those two considerations are not mutually exclusive. This is the. first time anyone has every asked about Fayetteville's economic interest. Mr. Martin stated one of!the major factors•that has been considered is the equalization of school funding. Fayetteville will be a mecca for people attracted to this area because of the increased job opportunities. Due to this influx of people and money, school funding needs to be considered and be fair and equitable. Alderman Williams asked what drawbacks Martin and Ferritor see to Drake Field that will require a regional airport in Fayetteville's future. Mr. Martin stated Drake Field is safe and attractive. However, with the surrounding terrain, there are expansion limitations. The regional airport will be able to provide people with jet flights as well as all weather travel. Mr. Ferritor stated he agreed that the terrain was the largest drawback for Drake Field. Longer runways are needed as well as an IFS system. Alderman Miller stated he has attended both the Regional Airport Board and the Drake Field Airport Board meetings. They are optimistic about the future of Drake Field and feel the regional airport will not damage Drake Field's future. He just wants to make sure that if the regional airport is built that Fayetteville is not stuck with the bill. Mr. Ferritor stated the two most discussed elements have been the environment and the economics of the facility. Mr. Martin stated he has never had the opportunity of working with the FAA. One if the accusations early on was that the FAA would not be watchdogs. He has found that they are very conservative. Downsizing the regional airport was done because of overestimating the viability of the airport. The FAA wants to make sure that the proposed project is viable before any approvals are granted. Mr. Ferritor stated Drake Field's future should not be diminished. The University of Arkansas, as well as many others, will continue to utilize Drake Field. • • January 5, 1993 Alderman Bassett stated he appreciated both Mr. Martin's and Mr. Ferritor's hard work, and they have his full confidence. He is a proponent of the regional airport and asked if the Council could be kept updated by receiving minutes of the Authority meetings, etc. Mr. Martin stated he would be pleased to see that the Council receives these materials. Alderman Bassett stated the Authority has indicated that the City Council will not have a problem with funding and the citizens will not have to pay for this. Mr. Martin agreed and stated there was even an agreement between the City of Fayetteville and the Authority that the City will not be held responsible for funding as was the case with the incinerator. Mr. Ferritor stated Fayetteville was not a lone ranger on this issue; no other community wants to have funding problems as well. Alderman Chapman asked for confirmation that it was indeed the FAA that initiated the landing strip changes for the proposed project. She asked if the Council could be informed about what the FAA is doing as far as being a watchdog. Mr. Martin stated she vas correct. He stated the Authority has such a small staff, they sometimes are slow in this area as well. Alderman Vorsanger stated he appreciates their hard work and pointed out they both have 6 year terms on the Authority. Mayor Hanna expressed his appreciation to both men for their hard work and for coming before the Council with their report. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Hanna introduced consideration of items which may be approved by motion, or contracts and leases which can be approved by resolution, and which may be grouped together and approved simultaneously under a "Consent Agenda": A. Minutes of the December 15, 1992 regular City Council meeting. B. A resolution awarding Bid 92-52 to the low bidder, Innerplan Office Interiors, for seating and tables in the amount of $60,489.50 for the Drake Field Airport Terminal, and approving a budget adjustment in the amount of $71,400 to roll -forward the funds for the budgeted 1992 expenditure to the 1993 budget. • January,,5, 1993 The project was delayed to coincide with additional terminal space availability. Additional chairs will be purchased with the remaining balance of the funds.; 1 RESOLUTION 2-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE C. A resolution awarding Bid4 92-57 to the bidder meeting specifications, Mitchell Oil,. for the 1993 diesel fuel requirements for the city fleet.'.. This will allow diesel fuel purchases from other operations within the City that do not utilize the Shop Fund Fuel. The budgeted amount of fuel usage for 1993 is $125,000. RESOLUTION 3-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE D. A resolution awarding Bid 92-58 for unleaded gasoline to the bidder meeting specifications, Mitchell Oil, for use by the City fleet. The budgeted amount of unleaded fuel for 1993 is $91,000. RESOLUTION 4-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE E. A resolution approving reimbursement for damages due to sewage backup into the home of Drew Wilson, 2917 Mayberry, in the amount of $3,707.34. On November 11, 1992, a sewer overflow in the Wilson residence resulted in extensive damage to the carpet and requiring replacement of some miscellaneous bathroom and household items. It has been City policy that claims over $2,500 be taken for approval to the Council. RESOLUTION 5-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE F. A resolution adopting a contract agreement with the Humane Society of the Ozarks for operation of the animal shelter for the period January 1, 1993 thru December 31, 1993, in the amount of $17,578. This contract may automatically be renewed for four (4) consecutive one (1) year terms subject to budget approval by the City Council. RESOLUTION 6-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE A resolution approving a budget adjustment in the amount of $13,113.81 for payment of the November 3, 1992 election expense to the Washington County Election Commission. January 5, 1993 Funds were not budgeted to cover the special election held in May of 1992; therefore, a shifting of funds within the budgeting category is necessary to cover this election cost. RESOLUTION 7-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE H. A resolution approving the extension of a contract for a contractor/land agent at a cost not to exceed $32,000 for 1993, with an option to renew the agreement for two additional years. Ed Connell has been performing the past two years. Staff selection policy be waived and be renewed. this function for the City for recommends the professional the contract with Mr. Connell RESOLUTION 8-93 A8 RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE I. A resolution approving a contract amendment to the water contract with West Fork to allow the sale of water to the Washington Water Authority (south Washington County Water Project) by West Fork. In the current contract between the City and West Fork, West Fork is prohibited from selling water outside its defined service area. Washington Water Authority is involved in installing rural water lines east of the City of West Fork, and this amendment will allow the sale of water by West Fork for this area. RESOLUTION 9-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE Vorsanger, seconded by Edens, made a motion to approve the consent agenda. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Hanna introduced consideration of issuing a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for B. J. Kuehnen representing Shuttle Express to offer a taxi shuttle service for citizens to and from the Fayetteville Municipal Airport, Tulsa International Airport, and with further possible service to other neighboring airports. Bill Greenhaw, attorney representing B. J. Kuehnen, addressed the Council stating there was some misconceptions in the application. Shuttle Express is applying for a taxi permit rather than for an airport limousine service permit. Shuttle Express will primarily be taking passengers from Fayetteville to points other than Drake Field, such as the Tulsa Airport, Branson, Hot Springs, West Memphis, etc. This is not a limousine service in that they will not have a fixed point of pickup from Drake Field. 1 • F3 January 5, 1993 .• Alderman Bassett asked if,some.one flies.into Fayetteville and wants to go to Branson, will Shuttle Express pick them up at the airport and take them to Branson. Mr. Greenhaw stated he does not know because the company's plans have not progressed that far yet. Alderman Edens asked if this request was actually for something other than we currentlyhave in Fayetteville. City Attorney Jerry Rose stated Shuttle Express seems to best meet the City's definition -of i taxi service: A taxi can service the airport as long as that is not their primary service. He stated on the agenda for this'meeting, the Council will be considering the revised minimum standards for Drake Field. In these new standards, limousines and shuttles servicing the airport will be required to remit 10% of their gross user fees -to -the airport. He stated Shuttle Express haschosen to apply for a taxi license, and he feels we should take them at their word. Alderman Williams stated he would like to take them at their word as well. He stated if their business becomes more like a limousine service, the Council could always modify the certificate of authority to operate. Williams, seconded by Vorsanger, made a motion to grant the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for Shuttle Express. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. RESOLUTION 10-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE RIGHT OF WAY GRANTS Mayor Hanna introduced consideration of an ordinance approving; vacating right of way grants/easements as recorded in Book 1000 on page 122 and 125 for abandoned sewer lines for property located at 265 Rebecca owned by Robert M. and Laurie A. Brady. The sewer lines are to be replaced on the Brady property. By vacating this easement, the Bradys will grant an easement for the correct location on the property. - City Attorney Rose read the ordinance for the first time. Williams, seconded by Miller, made a motion to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on its second reading... Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8. to 0. City Attorney Rose read the ordinance for the second time. Vorsanger, seconded by Edens, made a motion to further suspend the rules and place the ordinance on its third and final reading. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. City Attorney Rose read the ordinance for the final time. • January 5, 1993 Upon roll call, the ordinance passed by a vote of 8 to 0. ORDINANCE 3671 APPEARS ON PAGE OF ORDINANCE BOOK CONDEMNATION An ordinance approving condemnation proceedings on Tract 28 for 18 acres of vacant, wooded land owned by Harry Gray, in conjunction with the Federal Land Acquisition Project. The City's offer of $45,000, which is the appraised value, has been rejected, and the property owners have counter offered in the amount of $90,000. Condemnation proceedings are being requested so as not to delay the project during the negotiation proceedings on the property. Mayor Hanna stated this item is to be pulled from the agenda to allow for further negotiations. AIRPORT MINIMUM STANDARDS Mayor Hanna introduced consideration of an ordinance revising the Minimum Standards for Operation and Commercial Aeronautical Activities at Fayetteville Municipal Airport. Major revisions include incorporation of a printed materials distribution policy, insurance rate revisions, the addition of shuttle service and limousines to the 10% of gross category in the Ground Transportation section (J), and revised wording for the operators insurance and licensing reporting requirements. The Airport Board approved these revisions at their December 10, 1992 meeting. Alderman Odom asked if this was in direct response to the item the Council just passed. Alderman Bassett stated it was not. Dale Frederick, Airport Manager, stated it was coincidental that both of these items were on the same agenda. Alderman Vorsanger asked what the changes are that are being made. Frederick outlined the changes. (1) The printed materials policy is being changed due to the increased traffic and number of passengers. Advertisers and various groups are wanting to get their materials to the approximately 400,000 annual passengers at the airport. Airport staff will work with these people to assist with their needs. (2) The insurance requirements have been updated to meet current needs. (3) Shuttles and limousines servicing the airport will be required to pay 10% of their gross 1 January.5, 1993 revenues to the airport. ' Using this method, those providing a public service to airport passengers can be monitored by permit which requires current' insurance,:: etc. The airport currently has a limousine service that paysb$300 per month to be able to provide this service.• R Alderman Bassett stated he felt the.;new shuttle service will provide for a real need ofthis area, and he feels it is basically a taxi service. He asked df taxi services have been required to pay 10% before. He also asked about hotel limo's and what they pay. a • • Dale Frederick stated taxi companies have not had to pay in the past. Hotel limousines pay a $25 annual>fee. A i4 Alderman Bassett asked' if other cities charge similar fees. Frederick stated they did. He stated oar rental agencies pay for being at the airport,`.so it is only fair to them to require other transportation services to pay an operating fee as well. Alderman Miller stated he hoped this new 10% fee did not place such a burden on the transportation companies that they could not provide service to the airport. He asked if there had been much input from these companies. Frederick stated he was not sure they were even aware of the new requirement. However, it is the Airport Board that promoted most of these new ideas, and he feels they are good ones. Alderman Edens asked how the airport would be able to determine how much business is being done by the limousine and/or taxi companies at the airport to know if they are remitting 10% of gross revenues. Frederick stated this would be difficult, but the car rental agencies work under a good faith system and cooperate well, and this same arrangement is anticipated with the other transportation services. Alderman Williams asked if there were any enforcement provisions in the resolution. Frederick stated this had been discussed, and staff felt that by passing this resolution, it could be enforced by the City. City Attorney Rose stated the City currently has an ordinance in effect that allows for the enforcement of this type of resolution. Vorsanger, seconded by Miller, made a motion to approve the revised minimum standards. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. RESOLUTION 11-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE January 5, 1993 EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT PLANS Mayor Hanna introduced consideration of a resolution appointing BANCOKLAHOMA Trust Company as trustee for the City's employee retirement plan and deferred compensation plan. The City's professional selection committee voted unanimously for BANCOKLAHOMA. Alderman Vorsanger asked how many bids were received. Don Bailey, Personnel Officer, stated the City had requested 5 but only received 3. Mr. Bailey stated the pension funds will be totally vested in the employees. The City will act solely as a fiduciary for the employees. The employee will direct their own investments. BANCOKLAHOMA is a large banking institution with extensive experience in this type of plan. The other bidders had some experience, but not as much as BANCOKLAHOMA. He introduced Denise Williams and John Goff, both vice presidents with the bank. Ms. Williams addressed the Council stating BANCOKLAHOMA was a trust company with $2.6 billion in assets, $6 billion in trust, and $2.5 billion in employee benefit programs. She stated the City has a very innovative program with this employee retirement plan, and her company will offer investments, records management, and quarterly statements to the employees. She stated members of a city committee will be advised by the bank. This committee will define the investment options for each employee. Alderman Bassett asked who was on this committee. Mr. Bailey stated members have not yet been appointed. Alderman Chapman stated the flexibility of the plans appealed to her. She stated the bank's charges are not high especially in terms of the rest of the industry. She asked how much information each employee would be provided to assist them in their decision making process. She asked if they could get personal help. Ms. Williams stated the City has an aggressive plan for employee education. The bank will assist in these meetings and provide materials to the employees. The quarterly statements will be full disclosure statements. Alderman Vorsanger asked when an employee is ready to retire, will there be options for payout of their money. Ms. Williams stated there would be several options including annuities, lump sum distribution, etc. They will be handling the payouts and the tax reporting. • January 5, 1993. k 3 4 Alderman Vorsanger asked if there were4any safeguards that will keep employees from taking out•.all of their money and then come back to the City and -asking for more money. Ms. Williams stated the, educational programs are designed to keep this from happening. Mr. Goff stated there were 'some +tax- advantages to lump sum distribution. �. ', .; Mr. Bassett asked if employees'could withdraw their funds before retirement. Mr. Goff stated they could, but they would be subject to a tax penalty. Alderman Odom asked who was the current trustee. Mr. Bailey stated it was Mcilroy Bank'forgthe general plan;and ICMA for the deferred 1. compensation plan. Alderman Odom asked ;why we were getting away from these two trustees. Mr. Bailey stated because we are redesigning our plans, and ICMA does not offer the type of plan we need. Mcllroy Bank did not get their bid submitted on time to be considered. Alderman Odom asked if there were any Arkansas banks that bid. Mr. Bailey stated there were, but their fees were higher than those of BANCOKLAHOMA. City Treasurer .Glyndon Bunton asked if there was a fee for a trustee to trustee transfer. Mr. Goff stated there was a $15.00 fee for processing a check and a settlement statement. Mr. Bailey stated that the employees have the option of leaving their money in the plan after they terminate with the City. Williams, seconded by Daniel, made a motion to award the bid and appoint BANCOKLAHOMA as the trustee for the City employee pension plans. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. RESOLUTION 12-93 AS RECORDED IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE NOMINATING COMMITTEE REPORT Mayor Hanna introduced the recommendations by• the City Council Nominating Committee to fill vacancies on the Airport Board, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and the Planning Commission. Mayor Hanna stated Aldermen Edens was the Chairman of the Nominating Committee and Conrad Odom and Heather Daniel serve on the committee. January 5, 1993 Alderman Edens stated the Nominating Committee met several times and also held personal interviews for all the applicants. Edens, seconded by Vorsanger, made a motion to reappoint Ernie Lancaster to the Airport Board. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. Edens, seconded by Vorsanger, made a motion to reappoint Larry Palmer and to appoint Susan Driver, Dee Wright, and William Kimbrough to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. Edens, seconded by Vorsanger, made a motion to reappoint Charles Sickle and Jana Lynn Britton and to appoint Robert Reynolds to the Planning Commission. Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. Alderman Edens stated there were many qualified applicants, and the Nominating Committee had a difficult time in trying to decide who to recommend for nomination. Mayor Hanna thanked the members of the Nominating Committee for their hard work. Alderman Bassett stated he had several citizens solicit his support for nomination to the various committees. He felt the Nominating Committee did a good job, and he requested the people who did not get appointed to apply again and keep their support for the City. OTHER BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE Mayor Hanna stated he had decided on nominations to the Environmental Concerns Committee. He announced he was appointing Aldermen Chapman, Miller, Vorsanger, and Odom to this committee. This will be one alderman from each ward on the committee. AGENDA SESSION DATE AND TIME Mayor Hanna stated that the current Wednesday morning time for the Agenda Session is impossible for a couple of the aldermen to attend. He suggested 4:00 or 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday afternoons. Alderman Bassett stated he felt this would be a good change. Miller, seconded by Vorsanger, made a motion to move the Council Agenda Sessions to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays before the following Tuesday Council meeting. 4 . January 5, 1993;., Upon roll call, the motion passed by a vote of 8 to 0. A.. WARD 3 MEETING Alderman Vorsanger stated`Ward 3 would "hold its first meeting on January 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the Root School Cafeteria. They will designate different locations for future meetings. He hopes to have discussion on recycling and streets as well as discussion on the proposed tree ordinance. He stated it will depend on the attendance when they decide to hold their next meetings. • WARD 2 MEETING Alderman Bassett stated Ward 2 wouldhold its first meeting on January 12 at 6:30 p.m. in Room 111 -k -of City Hall. They will consider different locations later on. # WARD 4 MEETING Alderman Daniel stated Ward 4 would hold its second meeting on January 28 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 111 of,City Hall. There were 7 people at the first Ward 4 meeting. WARD 1 MEETING Alderman Williams stated Ward 1 would hold its third meeting January 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Jefferson School. SETTLEMENT OFFER City Attorney Rose stated he had received a settlement offer regarding an airport condemnation case that is to go to trial tomorrow. This suit regards land north of the runway on the west side of Highway 71 and below Standard Register. The appraised value of the land is $10,000. The City also had a review appraisal done, and the value was determined to be $10,000. The property owners, the Carlisles, had a Rogers firm do an appraisal, and they valued the land at $34,000. The Carlisles have offered to settle for $25,000. City Attorney Rose stated he did not recommend settling for this amount. Alderman Miller asked how many acres were involved. Rose stated there were 2 acres to the parcel. Alderman Williams stated some questions were best left for a jury to decide, and he agreed with the City Attorney. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.