REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on April 14, 1997 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Christiansen presiding. Council members present were Mr. Lambert, Mr. Pitts, Mr. Leary, Mr. Truitt, Mrs. Malone, Mr. Fenimore, Mr. Salters and Mr. Hare.
Council staff members present were Major Faulkner, Mr. Lucas, Mr. O'Connor, Mr. DePrima, Chief Carey, Mrs. Boaman and Mr. Rodriguez.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Christiansen declared the open forum in session and reminded those present that Council is not in official session and cannot take formal action.
Mr. Mike Chapman of 863 Schoolhouse Lane wished all the Council candidates luck in the upcoming election and expressed his feelings that Mr. Hare will be missed by the residents of the City.
The invocation was given by Rabbi Moshe Goldblum, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Salters requested the addition of item #5B (Integrated Municipal Information System) and item #5C (Community Development Block Grant - CDBG - Consolidated Plan Amendment). Mr. Lambert requested the addition of item #6D (Evaluation of Bids - FY97 Resurfacing Program).
Mr. Fenimore moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1997
The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of March 18, 1997 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Fenimore, seconded by Mrs. Malone and bore the written approval of Mayor Hutchison.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 24, 1997
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of March 24, 1997 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Fenimore, seconded by Mrs. Malone and bore the written approval of Mayor Hutchison.
PRESENTATION - TEXACO STAR CHALLENGE
Certificates of Recognition were presented by Mayor Hutchison to Sara Goodrich, Erin Hill, Gil Valadez, Jimmy Kaltreider and Jerry Farmer in recognition of their involvement in the Texaco Star Academic Challenge Championship. Although the students representing Dover High School were defeated by Tatnall High School participants, they performed very well during the season, defeating 34 other high schools around the state to share undefeated status with Tatnall until the Championship.
The Texaco Star Academic Challenge was created by Wesley College and Texaco/Star Enterprise in 1987 to give recognition and stimulation to scholastic achievement. It consists of representatives from 36 Delaware high schools who compete in fast-paced academic competition. The program is supported in part by a grant from the Delaware Department of Public Instruction. All seven institutions of higher learning in Delaware offer scholarships to the winning and runner up schools.
Mr. Dave Skocik was present representing Wesley College and Mr. Joe DeFelice, Principal, and Mrs. Bonnie Wallace, Team Coach, were present representing Dover High School. Team Members present were Sara Goodrich, Erin Hill, Jimmy Kaltreider and Jerry Farmer. Gil Valadez was unable to attend.
Mayor Hutchison congratulated the Dover High School Team members and their coach, Bonnie Wallace, and expressed appreciation to Wesley College and Dover High School for their support of this academic program. Certificates of Recognition, City coins and City pens were presented to all involved.
Mr. Dave Skocik stated that this program has been in existence for 10 years and Wesley College is very proud to be involved and very proud of all the participants for their perseverance and dedication. Dr. DeFelice also expressed his pride in the participants, stating that we are very fortunate to have such bright students that strive very hard to be the best they can be.
PROCLAMATION - ARBOR DAY
The City Clerk read into the record the following Proclamation:
WHEREAS, in 1872 J. Sterling Morton proposed that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees and to recognize the importance of trees in our lives and this holiday, called Arbor Day, is now observed throughout the nation and the world; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover was once again named a Tree City USA in 1996 for the eighth consecutive year by the National Arbor Day Foundation, recognizing Dover for its outstanding urban forestry program; and
WHEREAS, trees can reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, reduce heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife; and
WHEREAS, trees in our City increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas, and beautify our community and the community's tree planting program is a living memorial to the citizens' concerns for the quality of life; and
WHEREAS, the planting and caring of trees is a very special gift that one generation gives to the next.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JAMES L. HUTCHISON, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim April 25, 1997 as "ARBOR DAY" in the City of Dover and urge all citizens to support the efforts to care for our trees and woodlands.
FURTHER, as the City of Dover plants trees on public property, I urge all citizens to plant trees on private property to enhance the environment and promote the well-being of present and future generations.
The Proclamation was presented by Councilwoman Holly Malone, Chairwoman of the Parks and Recreation Committee, to Ms. Connie Zipperer from the Department of Agriculture. Ms. Zipperer presented a plaque to Mr. Don Knox (Emergency Preparedness Director), Mr. William Cooper (Superintendent of Grounds), and Mr. James Lewis and Mr. Bob Boyles (City Arborists) depicting Dover as a Tree City USA for the eighth consecutive year.
Mrs. Malone and Mayor Hutchison expressed appreciation to the City employees for taking such good care of over 2,000 trees in our City.
RESOLUTION - SPRING CLEAN-UP WEEK
By motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mrs. Malone, Council unanimously adopted the following Resolution:
WHEREAS, we are fortunate to live in a City so bountifully endowed with natural assets and we have a continuing responsibility for preserving our environment by keeping it clean, healthy, and beautiful; and
WHEREAS, the annual Old Dover Days celebration, a period set aside to honor the past and heritage of the City, will be celebrated on May 2 - 4, 1997; and
WHEREAS, during this celebration we have the opportunity to demonstrate to ourselves, our neighbors, and our visitors, our commitment to a clean and beautiful city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That the week of April 14 - 18, 1997 is designated as SPRING CLEANUP WEEK in the City of Dover.
2. That all organized and individual segments of our population participate in this noble effort by developing and carrying out imaginative clean-up, paint-up, and fix-up projects which will serve to enhance, restore, or maintain the beauty of all properties in our community.
3. All Spring Clean Up debris should be placed for pickup along with regular household garbage during the week of April 14 - 18, 1997 so that our City will exemplify cleanliness and beauty during the Old Dover Days celebration.
ADOPTED: APRIL 14, 1997
PROCLAMATION - AMERICAN LEGION CHILDREN AND YOUTH MONTH
The City Clerk read into the record the following Proclamation:
WHEREAS, the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary, ever since the founding of these two organizations, have devoted much of their talent, effort and finances to improve conditions for our nation’s children and youth; and
WHEREAS, the Children & Youth Program of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary has the noble purpose of providing a setting which permits adequate opportunity to the child of every veteran to realize their full potential and to assure every American child a similar opportunity to achieve their full potential; and
WHEREAS, the Legionnaires and members of the Auxiliary of Walter L. Fox Post and Unit #2 of Dover, Kent County, Delaware have labored unselfishly to achieve this goal through their untiring effort, dedicated leadership and devotion to the principles of this benevolent program.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JAMES L. HUTCHISON, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, do hereby proclaim April 1, 1997 through April 30, 1997 as AMERICAN LEGION CHILDREN AND YOUTH MONTH and call to the attention of all citizens the good works of the members of the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary in their dedication to the principles of this outstanding program.
PUBLIC HEARING AND FINAL READING - AMENDMENT TO ZONING CODE - FIRE ACCESS REGULATIONS (FIRE LANES)
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider adoption of an amendment to Article 5, Supplemental Regulations, Section 17 - Emergency Access Requirements, Subsection 3 - Fire Lanes, Paragraphs © and (d) and Subsection 5 - Rear Access Requirements, Paragraph (b). The first reading of the proposed Zoning Code amendment was accomplished during the Council Meeting of March 24, 1997.
Mr. Leary moved to acknowledge the final reading of the ordinance by title, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing open.
There was no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing.
Council President Christiansen declared the public hearing closed.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the proposed zoning text amendment, seconded by Mrs. Malone and by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted the following ordinance:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That Article 5 - Supplemental Regulations, Section 17 - Emergency Access Requirements, of the City of Dover Zoning Code be amended by deleting Subsection 3 - Fire Lanes, paragraphs © and (d) and Subsection 5 - Rear Access Requirements, paragraph (b) in their entirety.
ADOPTED: April 14, 1997
LEGISLATIVE AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
The Legislative and Finance Committee met on March 24, 1997 with Chairman Salters presiding.
Status Report - Community Development Block Grant Priority & Proposal Funding
An Ad-Hoc Committee was created to work on the Community Development Block Grant application process and to assist with establishing the City’s priorities. Mr. DePrima distributed information on the 1997 Consolidated Plan Amendment Priority Ranking Results and a summary of the Grant CDBG Funding Applications. The priorities were built upon data received by the CDBG Committee from comments received during the Comprehensive Plan Update, surveys and other studies, and from comments received during the public hearing process. Ranking results from both the CDBG Committee and the public hearing are outlined in the report.
The City will receive approximately $306,242 for community development. Seven applications have been received for programs totaling $85,450, but of the total grant money, only 15% ($36,360) is available for services, with the remaining 85% ($206,040) to be used for hard costs. Only three applications were received for Rehabilitation & Acquisition (hard costs), totaling $190,900.
Page three of a report submitted by staff outlines the recommendation of staff for the Community Development Block Grant. Mr. DePrima reminded the committee that this is only a status report and that we are still within a 30 day public hearing period which ends in mid-April. The status report shows staff’s recommendation at this point in the process. In terms of funding for rehabilitation, it will be recommended that the City create three pools of money for the City to control and lend out. In accordance with the recommendations, $36,360 is recommended for funding services and $206,040 is recommended for funding rehabilitation. A pool of money is recommended for a target block Down Payment and Closing Costs Assistance Program. Mr. Fenimore stated that it appears that the difference in total grant and total funding ($63,842) is for overhead. Noting that this equals approximately 20% of the grant, Mr. Fenimore suggested that staff review this to see if it can be lowered.
At the conclusion of the 30 day public hearing period, City staff will make a final recommendation to the Legislative and Finance Committee.
Mr. Fenimore commended the Ad-Hoc Committee for their efforts, stating his belief that this type of approach by the City for CDBG monies is the best approach.
The committee recommended acceptance of the status report.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Integrated Municipal Information System
In November 1996, the City requested bids for AS/400 based integrated software to support numerous City Departments. This was initiated for three reasons: (1) to replace existing problematic utility application. With retail wheeling on the horizon, the City needs dependable software that will provide competitive rate structures and billing methods; (2) to prepare us for the change in century. Our current software applications (financials, payroll, and utility billing) use a two position year such as “97" versus a four position year such as “1997". Our current software will not function properly as we approach the year 2000; and (3) to provide much of the needed software functionality and integration across all City departments as identified in the Long Range Strategic Information Systems Plan prepared in 1991.
The bid was sent to five vendors, with two vendors responding (New World Systems, Inc. and HTE, Inc.) Upon review of the software offerings, New World Systems was removed due to their weak utility offering. Their software would have required an estimated $128,000 of modifications to comply with our needs. The costs of the proposed HTE software licenses and implementation are as follows:
Gross $756,409
Discounts
3rd Party Discounts -5,284
HTE Software Discount -65,400
Net Total $685,725
5% Contingency 34,286
Grant Total $720,011
Anticipated Cost Breakdown: FY97 - $298,983 - FY98 - $421,028
Mr. Fenimore asked if the City of Dover will own the software and will have the ability to make any necessary changes. Mr. Callan, Information Services Director, stated that the software will be licensed to the City of Dover to use in any way, including the ability to modify the software if necessary.
The committee recommended that the bid be awarded to HTE, Inc. at a proposed cost of $720,011, with the anticipated cost breakdown of $298,983 in FY 97 and $421,028 in FY 98.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Consolidated Plan Amendment
Members were provided with a copy of the City of Dover 1997 Consolidated Plan Amendment. Mr. DePrima stated that the Plan is actually a steering document for use of our CDBG monies and can be placed into existence for up to five years. This Plan is an updating and reformatting of the 1995 Plan. The Plan contains the new priorities which are felt important for community development in Dover for the next five years. In accordance with the desires of HUD, we have expanded our Plan, which previously devoted funds to housing, to include other types of community development areas such as community policing, job counseling, drug and alcohol counseling, home ownership programs, economic development, etc.
The committee recommended approval of the Final Amended Consolidated Plan which will be submitted to HUD for review and approval.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Pitts and unanimously carried.
Mr. Salters moved for acceptance of the Legislative and Finance Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously carried.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT
The Utility Committee met on March 24, 1997 with Chairman Lambert presiding.
Annexation/Rezoning Request - 1546 S. DuPont Highway - Jeffrey S. Townsend
A request was received to annex and rezone property located at 1546 S. DuPont Highway, consisting of approximately .22 acres, owned by Jeffrey S. Townsend. The City recently annexed the adjacent lands of the Calvary Church of the Nazarene for the construction of a retail store. This property will be joined with the former Church owned land and will be the location of the entrance drive into the retail store. Mr. DePrima stated that the Comprehensive Plan supports the use of the land for commercial entrances and encourages the combining of entrances on Route #13 which this annexed land will provide. Since it is a single property, Mr. DePrima stated that it will not be reviewed by the Planning Commission, but is recommended for a zoning classification of C2-A (Limited Commercial).
The committee recommended approval and acceptance of the annexation/rezoning request. (It is noted that an annexation referendum is scheduled for April 17, 1997.)
Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried.
Water Pump and Water Pump 2 Service Classifications
The current rate tariffs do not have provisions for fire pump installations. The proposed rates would give options to our customers for remote fire pump facilities. The rates would give the customer the alternative of a contractual agreement or a straight rate tariff. Either rate would allow for the City to recover its investment in providing the stand-by service. Mr. O’Connor stated that we are attempting to capture our investment, but at the same time, make it reasonable to have fire pump facilities.
Mr. Lambert stated that the proposal passes on the cost of the operation to the user in a way that is reasonable to the customer.
There was general discussion on the possibility of hardships to businesses, but Mr. Fenimore stated that the proposal actually offers business persons a reasonable alternative.
Mr. Fenimore moved to recommend adoption of the proposed rates, seconded by Mr. Fenimore. By a roll call vote of eight (8) yes, one (1) abstention (Mr. Christiansen), Council adopted the following rates:
WATER PUMP SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for water pumps used for emergency fire fighting purposes and related equipment.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable where available and at the option of the City.
MONTHLY RATES Summer Billing Months Winter Billing Months
June through October November through May
Customer Charge
Per bill 15.00 15.00
Demand Charge
All kW, per kW 9.25 9.25
Energy Charge
All kWh, per kWh .0521 .0521
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The billing demand will be the maximum fifteen (15) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter.
In the case of fluctuating loads, the demand of which cannot readily be measured, the billing demand may be established from manufacturer’s rating or determined my other suitable methods.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be $15.00.
The minimum demand charge shall be based on 60% of the greatest billing demand established during any month of the twelve (12) month period ending with the current billing month.
FUEL ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Fuel Adjustment Clause included in this schedule.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service classification.
EFFECTIVE WITH MAY 1997 BILLING
ADOPTED: April 14, 1997
WATER PUMP 2 SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
CONTRACTED RATE
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area by contract only. Contract terms will be for a minimum of ten (10) years. Service will be available for water pumps used for emergency fire fighting purposes and related equipment . Service will be supplied through one (1) meter. HP determination will be the total hp of all motors.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable where available and at the option of the City.
MONTHLY RATES Summer Billing Months Winter Billing Months
June through October November through May
Customer Charge
Up to 50 hp motor(s) 100.00 100.00
Over 50 hp up to 100 hp motor(s) 150.00 150.00
Over 100 hp motor(s) 300.00 300.00
Demand Charge
All kW, per kW 9.00 9.00
Energy Charge
All kWh, per kWh .0521 .0521
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The billing demand will be the maximum fifteen (15) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter.
In the case of fluctuating loads, the demand of which cannot readily be measured, the billing demand may be established from manufacturer’s rating or determined my other suitable methods.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge.
FUEL ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Fuel Adjustment Clause included in this schedule.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service classification.
EFFECTIVE WITH MAY 1997 BILLING
ADOPTED: April 14, 1997
Proposed Ordinance Amendments - Section 22-226 - Section 22-231 - Water Meters
In an effort to standardize Public Works procedures and infrastructure improvements, the Department of Public Works requested changes to Sections 22-226 through 22-231 (Water Meters) of the City Code. As part of the City’s efforts to standardize water meter locations, several sections of the ordinances are proposed for revisions to meet the changing needs of the Public Works Department and the metering section of our utility. The proposed ordinance changes are minor in nature and reflect the current metering technology in use by the City of Dover.
With the exception of the proposed change to Section 22-227, all changes are minor word changes. The proposal for Section 22-227 deletes the current language and inserts entirely new language which will require all residential water meters to be placed outside in a pit at a prescribed location.
Referring to the placement of a pit, Mr. Lambert asked where the City would locate the pits. Mr. O’Connor stated that the location may vary which is why they used the language “at a prescribed location”. However, it would typically be placed on the property owners’ side of the sidewalk. This would make the water meters easily accessible for maintenance and meter reading.
Mr. Lambert and Mr. Fenimore stated that they had an opportunity to look at the proposed pit and are much more comfortable with the proposal. Mr. Fenimore suggested, however, that the City encourage the placement of the pit as close as possible to the property line. This would ensure easier reading of the meters by the City and would be more practical for the homeowner.
The committee recommended approval of the proposed ordinance amendments.
Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting.)
Evaluation of Bids - FY97 Resurfacing Program
In conjunction with the City’s CIP, it is proposed to resurface various streets throughout the City during FY97. To date, fourteen streets and alleys have received a financial commitment from Suburban Street Aid Agreements which are funded by area legislators. Additional streets will be funded through the 1993 General Obligation Bond issue and the Department of Public Works operating budget, if sufficient funds are available. Bids were received from three contractors for the FY97 Resurfacing Program, with the low bid received from Ralph Cahall & Son, Inc.
Staff recommended that the contract be awarded to Ralph Cahall & Son, Inc. in the amount of $356,470.
Responding to questions by Mr. Pitts on which streets are slated for repaving, Mr. O’Connor stated that the following are streets slated for repaving in accordance with the CIP:
Brown Street Davis Circle
Gleneagles Court Inverness Court
Legislative Avenue Pine Valley Road
Woodstock Court Liberty Drive
Kent Avenue Garden Lane
Slaughter Street Bellrive Court
Lotus Street (south alley) Troon Road
Mr. O’Connor stated that additional streets may be added to the list of streets to be repaved since Representatives Stone and Wagner may provide additional funding.
Responding to questions by Mr. Salters on handicapped accessible ramps for sidewalks, Mr. O’Connor stated that ramps will be constructed at all intersections for streets that are being repaved.
Mr. Pitts requested that if additions are made to the list that consideration be given to paving the one way portion of Reed Street, between Governors Avenue and New Street.
The committee recommended that the contract be awarded to Ralph Cahall & Son, Inc. in the amount of $356,470.
Mr. Lambert expressed appreciation to Senators Still and Bonini and Representatives Wagner and Stone for contributions of the needed funds to complete this program.
Mr. Lambert moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Pitts and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Lambert moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried.
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
The Communications Committee met on April 7, 1997 to evaluate a request by a company to attach fiber optic cable to City of Dover utility poles. The City is currently in the process of developing a telecommunications policy. Use of our rights-of-way and utility poles is a very important part of that policy. Unfortunately, this policy is not yet complete and the Committee has requested that City Council direct staff to develop such a policy within six months and to declare a moratorium on consideration of applications for pole use until such policy is approved.
Mr. Lambert moved to direct staff to develop the Telecommunication Policy within six (6) months from the date of this adoption and also to direct to bring various parts of the policy to the Communications Committee when they become ready during the six (6) month period and that Council hereby declares a moratorium on consideration of any applications on pole use for stringing fiber optics on City owned poles with the exception of leasing of City property for antenna attachment. The motion was seconded by Mr. Fenimore and carried by a roll call vote of eight (8) yes, one (1) abstention (Mrs. Malone).
Mr. Lambert moved for acceptance of the Communications Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Fenimore and unanimously carried.
APPOINTMENTS - DOWNTOWN DOVER DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (DDDC)
Mayor Hutchison requested the reappointment of Mr. Gary Patterson, Mr. Robert Berglund and Mr. William Witham to the Downtown Dover Development Corporation. The appointments will expire on April 23, 2000.
Mr. Fenimore moved for acceptance of the reappointments by acclamation, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
Mr. Truitt moved to waive the reading of the proposed ordinances before Council, seconded by Mrs. Malone and carried with Mr. Pitts voting no. Council President Christiansen reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinances are available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of April 28, 1997.
Referring to proposed amendment to Section 2-96, Mr. Truitt stated a proposal to amend the Charter was tabled by Council and referred to the City Solicitor. The City Solicitor proposed a minor change so that the sentence would read as follows: “It will be the Mayor’s duty to see that the orders, ordinances and resolutions enacted by Council which are within his jurisdiction are faithfully executed.” The Solicitor recommended that the change could be made to Section 14 of the Charter or added to the proposal for Section 2-96 of the City Code.
After considering this matter, Mr. Truitt moved that the above sentence not be considered and that it be stricken from the proposed language for Section 2-96 of the City Code. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Malone and carried with Mr. Pitts voting no. Mrs. Malone stated that she supports striking the sentence as she feels that the language is too close to the definition of the responsibilities of City Council.
Mr. Truitt moved for acknowledgment of the first reading of the following proposed ordinance, as amended, by title only, seconded by Mrs. Malone and carried with Mr. Pitts voting no.
A. Chapter 2 - Administration - Article IV - Mayor Section 2-96 - Duties and Responsibilities of the Mayor
Mr. Truitt moved for acknowledgement of the first reading of the following proposed ordinance, by title only, seconded by Mrs. Malone and unanimously carried.