REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 11, 2005
(The agenda was posted on the Council Chamber bulletin board at 4:00 p.m. on January 7, 2005.)
I. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance.
REVEREND THOMAS C. OGBURN
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
PLEDGE LED BY COUNCILMAN MARRS
II. Call to Order. 8:31 a.m.
MAYOR MICK CORNETT PRESIDING.
ALL MEMBERS PRESENT.
III. From the Office of the Mayor.
A. 1. Resolution appointing a qualified person to fill the vacancy in the office of Councilmember from Ward 4
until a successor has been elected by the voters of Ward 4, with such appointment to become effective
upon administration of the oath or affirmation of office as required by law.
AND/OR
2. Enter into executive session to interview applicants for the appointment of Councilmember Ward 4, as
authorized by 25 O.S. (2001) §307(B)(1).
ADOPTED: A. 1. PETE WHITE. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY BOWMAN. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. ENTERED INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION: A. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, MCATEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. ABSENT: BOWMAN AND FOSHEE.
IV. A. Receive Journal of Council Proceedings for January 4, 2005.
RECEIVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, MCATEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. ABSENT: BOWMAN AND FOSHEE.
IV. B. Approve Journal of Council Proceedings for December 21, 2004.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, MCATEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. ABSENT: BOWMAN AND FOSHEE.
V. Request for Uncontested Continuances.
RECESS COUNCIL MEETING. 8:35 a.m.
CONVENE AS OKLAHOMA CITY MUNICIPAL FACILITIES AUTHORITY. 8:35 a.m.
(Majority of a Quorum required for approval)
1. a. Joint resolution authorizing the Municipal Counselor to compromise the workers’ compensation
subrogation claim of The City of Oklahoma City and the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority in the
case of Steve Marx vs. Jim Bowers Construction, CJ-2003-332, in the District Court of Cleveland County.
AND/OR
b. Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss said case as authorized by
25 O.S. (2001) §307(B)(4).
ADOPTED: 1. a. NO ACTION TAKEN: 1. b. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, AND JOHNSON. ABSENT: DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.
ADJOURN OCMFA. 8:35 a.m.
CONVENE AS OKLAHOMA CITY PUBLIC PROPERTY AUTHORITY. 8:35 a.m.
(Five affirmative votes required for approval.)
1. Joint resolution confirming the designation of a Debt Financing Team consisting of Oppenheim, a
division of BOSC, Inc., as Senior Managing Underwriter; Fagin, Brown, Bush, Tinney & Kiser as
Bond Counsel; and Public Financial Management, Inc. as Financial Advisor; to assist in
preparation, issuance and management of bond financial programs for the City and Trusts for which
The City is beneficiary, for financing Fairgrounds capital improvements, Oklahoma City
Fairgrounds, 500 Land Rush Street. Ward 6.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, AND JOHNSON. ABSENT: DOBBS. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE.
ADJOURN OCPPA. 8:36 a.m.
RECONVENE COUNCIL MEETING.
VI. Consent Docket.
A. 1. Pricing agreement awards and approvals, Grays Wholesale Tire (C58070), Mileage Masters, Inc.
(C58071), T&W Tire (C58072), tires and tubes, January 11, 2005 through June 30, 2005.
2. Resolution authorizing the open market purchase of tires and tubes and related items (OM5-C58073)
for which a need cannot be specified, estimated cost $50,000, January 11, 2005 through June 30,
2005.
AWARDED AND APPROVED: A. 1. ADOPTED: A. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PROCUREMENT SERVICES DIVISION.
B. Resolution authorizing the open market purchase of three or more undercover surveillance vehicles (OM5-
C58230) not included on the State vehicle contract, estimated cost $54,000, January 11, 2005 through
June 30, 2005.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PROCUREMENT SERVICE DIVISION.
VI. C. Contract amendment, Chief Fire & Safety Co., Inc. (R5-C48011), purchase of three or more aluminum flat
beds for brush pumpers, increase of $1,417 per vehicle, January 11, 2005 through June 30, 2005.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
D. Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing February 1, 2005, (SP-364) Special Permit to expand
an existing correctional facility in the R-2 Medium Low Density Residential District, 400 South May
Avenue. Ward 6.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING FEBRUARY 1, 2005. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
E. Ordinance to be introduced and set for final hearing February 1, 2005, relating to Zoning, amending
Chapter 59, Article VII, Section 59-7200.7 and Chapter 59, Article VIII, Section 59-8100.B, of the
Oklahoma City Municipal Code, 2002, by decreasing the penalty for violations of the zoning code and
modifying the definitions section.
INTRODUCED AND SET FOR FINAL HEARING FEBRUARY 1, 2005. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
F. Amendment No. 6 to contract for engineering services with Carter & Burgess, Inc., Project MP-0231,
Feasibility Study and Conceptual Development Plan for Lake Stanley Draper Improvements (Project
WM-0082, Private Sector Development Process Plan; and Project WM-0083, Outdoor Recreational
Vehicle Relocation Plan), West Elm Creek and Lake Stanley Draper, no fee increase. Ward 4.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
VI. G. Change Order No. 3, Contract No. PR-2-02/03, street resurfacing, (four locations), decrease of $20,095.99. Wards 3 and 6.
APPROVED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
H. Acceptance of permanent and temporary easements
1. Project DC-0166, storm drainage improvements, Shields Boulevard and SE 66th Street. Ward 5.
2. Project WC-0468, water main construction, Britton Road from County Line Road to John Kilpatrick
Turnpike. Ward 1.
ACCEPTED: H. 1,2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
I. Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust declaring four houses, one trailer house, one
barn and associated outbuildings in West Elm Creek Reservation surplus; and authorizing demo-lition and
removal. Ward 4.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT.
VII. Concurrence Docket.
A. Concurrence with the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust in approving Change Order No. 3, Project SC-
0640, Phase I, Tinker Relief Line improvements, SE 29th Street to SE 59th Street, from Douglas Boulevard to
Sooner Road, increase of $6,772.06. Ward 4.
CONCURRED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. WATER AND WASTEWATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT.
VIII. Items Requiring Separate Votes.
A. Ordinance on final hearing (emergency) recommended for approval (five affirmative votes required for
approval), (PUD-1044) 6701-6717 West Hefner Road from PUD-412 Planned Unit Development to
PUD-1044 Planned Unit Development. Ward 8.
Planning Commission approval subject to the Summary of Technical Evaluation.
Deferred from January 4, 2005.
ADOPTED WITHOUT EMERGENCY. ORD. #22,640. APPROVAL SUBJECT TO THE SUMMARY OF TECHNICAL EVALUATION. MOVED BY DOBBS, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
B. Ordinance on final hearing (emergency) recommended for denial (five affirmative votes required for approval),
(PC-9915) 8201 and 8315 South Santa Fe Avenue from R-1 Single Family Residential and PUD-893
Planned Unit Development to C-3 Community Commercial. Ward 5.
Deferred from January 4, 2005.
DENIED AS RECOMMENDED. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY DOBBS. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
C. Ordinances on final hearing (emergency) recommended for approval:
1. (CE-636) to close South Rockwell Avenue from SW 29th Street to SW 44th Street. Ward 3.
ADOPTED WITHOUT EMERGENCY. ORD. #22,642. MOVED BY MCATEE, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
2. (CE-637) to close a five foot utility easement in Lot 9, Block 1, Outabounds Addition, 6412 Outabounds
Lane. Ward 2.
ADOPTED WITHOUT EMERGENCY. ORD. #22,641. MOVED BY BOWMAN, SECONDED BY DOBBS. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
VIII. D. 1. Public hearing regarding dilapidated structures:
a. 2605 North Ann Arbor Avenue (garage) Ward 3
b. 1530 North Council Road (house) Ward 1
c. 6102 Melrose Lane (south shed, west shed) Ward 3
d. 10913 Rock Ridge Road (rear porch) Ward 8
e. 3900 NW 9th Street (garage) Ward 3
f. 3942 NW 9th Street aka 3944 NW 9th Street (west shed) Ward 3
g. 3821 NW 10th Street (garage with attached, shed, house slab) Ward 3
h. 7713 NW 16th Street (east house, east shed, garage, west shed) Ward 1
i. 2461 NW 36th Terrace (deck, garage, house, lattice fence) Ward 2
2. Resolution declaring the structures are dilapidated; directing said structures to be torn down,
establishing dates of January 12, 2005 and February 11, 2005 for commencement and completion of
removal by owners.
ADOPTED AS AMENDED: D. 1. a-c,f-i. STRICKEN: D. 1. d,e. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY MCATEE. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
E. 1. Public hearing regarding unsecured structures:
a. 401 SW Grand Boulevard (shed) Ward 6
b. 1129 North Purdue Street aka 1135 North Purdue Street (apartment building) Ward 3
c. 1304 North Purdue Street (garage) Ward 3
d. 10913 Rock Ridge Road (house) Ward 8
e. 1939 NW 15th Street (house) Ward 6
f. 321 NW 22nd Street (garage, house) Ward 6
2. Resolution declaring the structures are unsecured.
ADOPTED AS AMENDED: E. 1. b,d,f. STRICKEN: E. 1. a,c,e. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY BOWMAN. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT.
VIII. F. 1. Public Hearing.
2. Resolution amending the Consolidated Plan-Statement of Objectives for Dell, Inc. to include a $5.5
million Section 108 Loan to aid in funding a computer sales and service center, SW 15th Street and I-
44; and authorization to file an application for a Section 108 Loan from the United States Department
of Housing and Urban Development. Ward 6.
PUBLIC HEARING HELD: F. 1. ADOPTED: F. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PLANNING DEPARTMENT
G. Resolution renaming Kid’s Lake to “Kid’s Lake on Grand Boulevard” and “Kid’s Lake on Wilshire
Boulevard”, east of the Hefner Parkway between Britton Road and Grand Boulevard. Ward 8.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY DOBBS, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT.
H. Resolution authorizing the placement of a portrait bust of Mayor Ronald J. Norick on the first floor foyer
area of the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library, donated by BancFirst and the Rainbolt Family. Ward 6.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT.
I. Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Public Property Authority confirming the designation of a Debt
Financing Team consisting of Oppenheim, a division of BOSC, Inc., as Senior Managing Underwriter;
Fagin, Brown, Bush, Tinney & Kiser as Bond Counsel; and Public Financial Management, Inc. as
Financial Advisor; to assist in preparation, issuance and management of bond financial programs for the
City and Trusts for which The City is beneficiary, for financing Fairgrounds capital improvements,
Oklahoma City Fairgrounds, 500 Land Rush Street. Ward 6.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE.
VIII. J. 1. Joint resolution with the Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority authorizing the Municipal Counselor
to compromise the workers’ compensation subrogation claim of The City of Oklahoma City and the
Oklahoma City Municipal Facilities Authority in the case of Steve Marx vs. Jim Bowers Construction, CJ-
2003-332, in the District Court of Cleveland County.
AND/OR
2. Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss said case as authorized by 25 O.S.
(2001) §307(B)(4).
ADOPTED: J. 1. NO ACTION TAKEN: J. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, AND JOHNSON. ABSENT: DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.
K. 1. Resolution approving the request for salary continuation for Sergeant Lyndell R. Easley while he
continues to require rehabilitation for an on-duty injury which occurred on January 13, 2003, for up to
an additional six-months, as permitted by State law; providing an effective date of August 17, 2004.
AND/OR
2. Enter into executive session to discuss confidential medical information related to the application, as
authorized by 25 O.S. (2001) §307(B)(7).
ADOPTED: K. 1. NO ACTION TAKEN: K. 2. MOVED BY FOSHEE, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. POLICE DEPARTMENT.
L. Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss petitioning the Oklahoma Corporation
Commission to assess costs against Union Pacific Railroad for the Walnut Avenue Bridge as authorized by 25
O.S. (2001) §307(B)(4).
ENTERED INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY FOSHEE. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.
VIII. M. 1. Claims recommended for denial:
a. Neil Finley $278.75
b. Shelia Wall $153.31
AND/OR
2. Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss the above claims as authorized by 25
O.S. (2001) §307(B)(4).
DENIED AS RECOMMENDED: M. 1. a,b. NO ACTION TAKEN: M. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.
IX. A. 1. Claims for Approval,
a. Norma Ketola $235.17
b. Alicia Speaks $222
AND/OR
2. Enter into executive session with the Municipal Counselor to discuss the above claims as authorized by 25
O.S. (2001) §307(B)(4).
APPROVED: A. 1. a,b. NO ACTION TAKEN: A. 2. MOVED BY SIMANK, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE. MUNICIPAL COUNSELOR’S OFFICE.
X. Items from Council.
A. Resolution adopting certain legislative issues and positions as The City of Oklahoma City’s 2005 Federal
Legislative Program; and reaffirming procedures to deal with other federal legislative issues.
Council Legislative Committee.
ADOPTED. MOVED BY MARRS, SECONDED BY JOHNSON. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS.
B. Resolution authorizing travel expenses for Mayor Mick Cornett and City Council Members to attend the
National League of Cities 2005 Congressional City Conference, Lobbying for America’s Cities, March 11-15,
2005, Washington, DC.
(Two-thirds affirmative vote required for approval.)
ADOPTED. MOVED BY JOHNSON, SECONDED BY SIMANK. AYES: MAYOR CORNETT, MARRS, BOWMAN, MCATEE, FOSHEE, SIMANK, JOHNSON AND DOBBS.
Mr. Dobbs said he would not be traveling with the Council to the National League of Cities Conference this year.
Ms. Johnson thanked the City Manager for the fast response time yesterday for a water main break at the southeast corner of NE 16th Street and Grand Boulevard. She said the break was next to a nursing home and a fire hydrant and there was great concern that if a fire broke out at that location the water pressure would have been too low to effectively fight it. Ms. Johnson said she really appreciated the hard work that went into resolving the situation quickly.
Ms. Johnson thanked the Parks and Recreation Department for making progress at Edwards Lake. She said they have started removing trees and the progress is noticeable from I-35. She said she is excited to see this project moving ahead.
Ms. Simank thanked the Mayor for the Legislative Reception he hosted last night. She said everyone enjoyed the different format. She said everyone particularly liked the performance by Youth Councilor At Large, Rachael Meyers.
Ms. Simank said the Crestwood Neighborhood Association is meeting tomorrow night at the Crestwood Baptist Church. She said she plans to attend with her two ward six youth councilors. She said part of the requirements for the youth councilors is to attend three neighborhood meetings throughout the year.
Ms. Simank said the Classen 10 Penn Neighborhood is meeting Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. at Penn Avenue Methodist Church. She said one of the ward six youth councilors would attend this meeting. She said she is encouraged to have the participation of the youth councilors
.
Mr. Foshee congratulated the Public Works Department for a great job during the recent ice storm. He said we forget how hard these employees work for us while we sleep. Mr. Foshee said their work helped keep property damage and traffic accidents to a minimum.
Mr. Foshee introduced Abby Stickler, freshman from Classen School of Advanced Studies. Ms. Stickler said she was shadowing Councilman Foshee as a requirement for her Business in Management class.
Mr. McAtee said he also attended the Legislative Reception last night. He said the I-40 and Morgan Road Interchange project is an important part of the legislative agenda. He thanked Congressman Istook for securing $500,000 toward the $11 million dollar cost for that project.
Mr. McAtee said this Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. Mike Deming, Planning Department, would facilitate the SW Sector Planning Meeting at the Mustang North Middle School. He said this meeting is part of the process to determine what southwest OKC will look like in the future. Mr. McAtee encouraged residents, builders and developers, and interested business owners to attend this meeting.
Mr. McAtee said the Westridge Neighborhood Association is meeting at 6:30 p.m. on January 19th at the Mustang North Middle School. He said Paul Brum, Public Works Director, and a representative from the paving company would be on hand to address questions about the reconstruction work at Reno Avenue west of Mustang Road.
Mr. Bowman praised Mike Randall, Neighborhood Services Director, for the great job done compiling the Pro-Active Code Enforcement report. He said he is encouraged and looks forward to receiving quarterly reports on this topic.
Ms. Simank said she is excited also about the pro-active code enforcement changes. She expressed concerns about camper shells being stored in front yards. She said she knows that it is not illegal, but she gets calls about this issue all the time with complaints about how unsightly these shells are.
Mr. Couch said a resolution could be drafted modifying camper storage requirements, if Council desired.
Mr. Bowman suggested that the camper shell issue be studied further and the City Council consider the available options.
Mr. Bowman said some peripheral properties in the pilot neighborhoods are zoned for commercial. He asked if studying these peripheral properties might be considered as part of the pro-active code project.
Mr. Couch said he wasn’t sure if that was part of the initial phase of the project but it might be included in a future phase.
Mr. Bowman asked if a report could be generated outlining the capacity of the city shelters during the cold snaps.
Ms. Simank said the Homeless Alliance is preparing to survey the homeless to develop a list of needs in the next couple of weeks. She said that would provide valuable information for the Council to review as well.
Mr. Marrs has received reports about citizens being panhandled while attending meetings at the new Ron Norick Downtown Library. He asked if something could be done about this panhandling.
Mr. Couch said the Police Department is currently preparing some modifications to the ordinances on panhandling recognizing the rights of people to panhandle.
Ms. Simank said there are several thrift stores violating City ordinances by displaying merchandise on sidewalks and displaying illegal signs on medians.
Mr. Couch said if he could get addresses of the violators the ordinances would be enforced.
XI. City Manager Reports.
A. December 2004 Sales and Use Tax Collections
Mr. Couch said the December sales tax collections were down approximately $500,000 and the use tax collections were up approximately $100,000. He said year-to-date the sales tax collections are down about $440,000 and the use tax collections above target by $1.7 million. He said the net is about $1.2 million above target and is the best trend we’ve seen in four or five years.
B. Pro-Active Code Enforcement
XII. Citizens to be Heard.
XIII. Adjournment. 11:25 a.m.
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Mick Cornett
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Frances Kersey James D. Couch
City Clerk City Manager