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YEAR 2007 COUNCIL MINUTES

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Disclaimer:  The Meeting Minutes on this site have been transcribed to hilight the general information of the Official Minutes recorded by Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.  It is meant in no way to duplicate the Minutes word for word and could be subject to omissions and typographic areas.  It is meant in no way as use for legal litigation or any likewise purpose.   The Official Meeting Minutes are maintained by the City Clerk at the City Hall, 202 North Second Street, Altamont, Illinois 62411.  Phone 618-483-5212 ..............Webmaster

Meeting Date : 8 January 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

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OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

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 POLICE REPORT

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 PUBLIC COMMENTS

4.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

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 COMMUNICATIONS
6. AGENDA ITEMS
A.         Review 2006 Department Accomplishments.
B.         Ordinance 422-06; Amending Health and Abating Nuisances.
C.         Discuss Criteria for Budget Billing Participation.
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7. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: Y Mayor Taylor Y Commissioner Jones N Commissioner White N Commissioner Williams Y Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, January 8, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present; Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Bill Jones; and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Police Chief Kendal Balding; Clyde Barr, Altamont News; Bill Grimes, Effingham Daily News; and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk. Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Jason Williams were absent.
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
2. Chief Balding presented the December 2006 police activity report and the 2006 annual report.
3. Mayor Taylor reviewed the 2006 department accomplishments.  Much progress was accomplished during the year by every department.
4. Ordinance 422-06; Amending Health and Abating Nuisances, was approved on a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner Jones.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
5. Discussion of criteria for budget billing participation was tabled until clarification of staff training date is determined.
6. City Clerk Sarah Stephen mentioned the personalized holiday banners are being retired.  Anyone wanting their banner may contact the office.
7. Commissioner Jones stated the south end of the new park equipment area, near the slide, is retaining water.  Drainage solutions were discussed.
8. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes. 

 

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Meeting Date : 22 January 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

3.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

4.

 COMMUNICATIONS
5. AGENDA ITEMS
A.         Purchase Culverts
B.         HLI Subdivision Plat
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6. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: Y Mayor Taylor Y Commissioner Jones Y Commissioner White Y Commissioner Williams Y Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, January 22, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present; Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Bill Jones; Commissioner Jason Williams; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Dan Blue; Steve Bushue, Heartland Landscaping; Jon Becker; Todd Slingerland; Clyde Barr, Altamont News; and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Jones. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
2. On a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner White the purchase of culverts in the amount of $6,792.75 to replenish the depleted supply was approved.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
3. Council reviewed a preliminary plat of property located in the 400 block of East Cumberland Road currently owned by Carl Becker.  Steve Bushue was present to explain the plat of the property.  Final plat will be presented at a later meeting.
4. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner White.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes. 

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Meeting Date : 12 February 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 POLICE REPORT

3.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

4.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

5.

 COMMUNICATIONS
6. AGENDA ITEMS
A.         Approve Laborer’s Disabled Children Roadblock Fundraiser May 4th & 5th, 2007.
B.         Resolution 2007-02-02 Approval of Final Plat for HLI Subdivision .
C.         Discuss Criteria for Budget Billing Participation.
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7. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: N Mayor Taylor Y Commissioner Jones Y Commissioner White Y Commissioner Williams Y Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, February 12, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Commissioner Bill Jones; Commissioner Jason Williams; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Todd Slingerland, Police Chief Kendal Balding and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.  Mayor Larry Taylor was absent.  Commissioner Jones conducted the meeting in the Mayor’s absence.
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner White. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.
2. Chief Kendal Balding presented the January 2006 police activity report.  Commissioner White asked Chief Balding to explain the breakdown how paid fines are distributed to the City departments.  Commissioner Zeigler inquired about the number of backups to other police departments.  Chief Balding explained the backup procedures.
3. On a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler a roadblock fundraiser to be held May 4th & 5th by the Southern Illinois Laborer’s to benefit disabled children was approved.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.
4. Resolution 2007-02-02 regarding the final plat of HLI Subdivision was approved, pending signatures being obtained by the property owner and Illinois Department of Transportation. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.  HLI subdivision is located in the 400 block of East Cumberland Road.  It takes in the current Heartland Landscaping and Becker’s Car Wash businesses.  
5. Council discussed guidelines allowing customers to enroll in a new budget billing program.  A draft will be provided for approval at the next meeting.
6. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.

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Meeting Date : 26 February 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

3.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

4.

 COMMUNICATIONS
5. AGENDA ITEMS
A.         Approve Conditions of Budget Billing Enrollment
B.         Consider Charges for Reading Estimated Meters
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6. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: P Mayor Taylor A Commissioner Jones P Commissioner White A Commissioner Williams P Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, February 26, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Todd Slingerland, Heidi Wilson, Clyde Barr of Altamont News and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.  Commissioner Jason Williams and Commissioner Bill Jones were absent. 
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner White. Members voted as follows: Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
2. The conditions of a new utility budget billing program were presented to the Council.  The addition of a 10% late fee was recommended.  The program is ready immediately for Altamont utility customers participation.
3. The Council discussed the deficient amount of meter readings submitted by utility customers who are required to read their own electric meters.  Customers living outside the City limits or those in the City limits who impede accesses to the electric meter are required to submit monthly meter readings to the office.  It is unfortunate that some customers, not submitting their readings, have caused the City to estimate usage for many months.   A motion was made by Commissioner White, that after four months of estimated usage, a City employee will read the customers electric meter and a fee of $25.00 will be assessed to the customer.  Commissioner Zeigler seconded the motion. Members voted as follows: Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
4. Commissioner White reported the reservoir is down 3 ½”.  He recommended cleaning of the water tower this summer.  He also reported the water line on North Edwards Street, being one of the oldest lines in the town, is needing a possible replacement.  There have been complaints of brown water from the users of that line.
5. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.

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Meeting Date : 12 March 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
 Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 POLICE REPORT

3.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

4.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

5.

 COMMUNICATIONS
6. AGENDA ITEMS
A.         Approve Bid Advertising of Sale of Excess Equipment and Vehicles.
B.         Approve Ordinance VA-1091; Modify Side Yard Setback, 200 E Wurl Lane .
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7. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: P Mayor Taylor P Commissioner Jones P Commissioner White P Commissioner Williams P Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, March 12, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Bill Jones; Commissioner Jason Williams; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Todd Slingerland,  Clyde Barr of Altamont News and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk. 
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner Williams. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
2. On a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Williams, the Council approved bid advertising of sale of excess equipment and vehicles.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.  Bids must be submitted by 4:00 pm Friday April 6th for opening at the April 9th regular meeting.  Those items to be advertised include a 1990 Ford 1 ton dump truck, 1996 Chevrolet squad car, and 1988 Plymouth Voyager mini van.
3. Resolution VA-1091 was approved on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.  The resolution provides a side yard setback reduction from 25 to 18 feet at 200 E Wurl Lane.
4. Commissioner White reported the reservoir is down 4 ½”.
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Commissioner Williams reported an estimate was received from Drake & Scruggs for repairs to the pole truck.  He stated it might be feasible to budget for a new truck within the next couple years, as some of the parts are obsolete.

6. He also reported the Electric Department is having some problems with the uniform supplier.  He requested Sarah call the company for an explanation.
7. Commissioner Williams stated three Electric Department employees successfully completed a metering class in Carlyle.  They will now be able to independently perform metering duties.
8. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.

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Meeting Date : 26 March 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
 Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

3.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

4.

 COMMUNICATIONS
5. AGENDA ITEMS
A.         Set date for City Wide Cleanup.
B.         Approve Participation in Mosquito Laviciding Program with Effingham  County Health Department.
C.         Approve Participation in Community Partnership Agreement with CEFS.
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6. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: A Mayor Taylor P Commissioner Jones P Commissioner White P Commissioner Williams P Commissioner Zeigler
   The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, March 26, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Commissioner Bill Jones; Commissioner Jason Williams; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Todd Slingerland; Clyde Barr of Altamont News; and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.  Mayor Larry Taylor was absent.
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.
2. On a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler, city wide cleanup was set for the week of June 25, 2007.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.
3. Participation in Mosquito Larviciding Program with Effingham County Health Department was approved on a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.  The cost again this year is $600.00.
4. On a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Williams the participation in the Community Partnership Agreement with CEFS was approved.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.
5. Todd Slingerland mentioned the drainage along Tenth Street is obstructed by field debris.
6. Commissioner White congratulated Vaughn Voelker for receiving a Class A Water Operators License.  Commissioner White reported water is flowing over the spillway for the first time in three years.  He expressed concern with the water line serving residents in the northeast corner of the City.  They are experiencing discolored water.  Improvements need to be made in that area.
7. Commissioner Zeigler reported he has noticed several aged, deteriorated flowers and ground containers in the cemetery.  He feels they need to be removed in preparation for spring mowing.
8. Commissioner Jones reported the area of the new playground equipment in Schmidt Park needs drainage work, as it is holding water.  He also stated the need for a sidewalk east of the high school along Division.  Commissioner Jones has received complaints of people burning yard waste.  He asked for residents to be considerate of neighbors who may have respiratory problems.
9. It was reported the City has received the Tree City USA recognition for the 21st year.
10. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Commissioner Jones, yes.

 

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Meeting Date : 9 April 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
 Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 POLICE REPORT

3.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

4.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

5.

 COMMUNICATIONS
6. AGENDA ITEMS
A.        Open Sealed Bids - Sale of Excess Equipment and Vehicles.
B.         Executive Session for the Purpose of Discussing Business Matters, Section 2 2(c) (5).
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7. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: P Mayor Taylor P Commissioner Jones P Commissioner White P Commissioner Williams P Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, April 9, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Bill Jones; Commissioner Jason Williams; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Todd Slingerland; Kendal Balding, Altamont Police Chief; and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Jones. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
2. Chief Kendal Balding presented the February and March 2007 Police Department Activity Report
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Sealed bids were opened for the sale of excess vehicles and equipment.  The highest bid for each vehicle was accepted on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
4. Commissioner White reported the Water Department is in need of a storage building at the reservoir property.  Commissioner White recommended the amount of $35,000 included in the upcoming budget. In the future, the City will advertise for bids of such a building.
5. Commissioner Jones reported chips have been ordered for the area around the new playground equipment in Schmidt Park.  Commissioner Jones has learned the Greenville Ladies Correctional Center is willing to work in communities.
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On a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner White, the Council entered into Executive Session at 7:25 to discuss business matters as described in Section 2, 2( c) (5) of the Open Meetings Act.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
7. The Council returned to open session at 7:48.
8. No action was taken as a result of Executive Session.
9. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.

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Meeting Date : 23 April 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
 Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

3.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

4.

 COMMUNICATIONS
5. AGENDA ITEMS
A.        Approve Appointment of Kurt Becker to Altamont Library Board.
B.         Announce Appointment of Jon Becker to Zoning Board
C.         Approve May 11, 2007 – VFW Poppy Days
D.         Approve Purchase of 2007 Dodge Charger Squad Car
E.         Approve Ordinance VA 1094; Front Setback 205 East Meadows Lane
F.         Approve Ordinance VA 1095; Sideyard Setback 118 North Edwards St
G.        Grant Mayor Taylor Authorization for Greenville Prison Agreement
H.         Executive Session as Classified Under, Section 2(c) (21) of the Open Meetings Act.
I.          Approve Resolution Releasing Executive Session Minutes
6. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: P Mayor Taylor P Commissioner Jones P Commissioner White P Commissioner Williams P Commissioner Zeigler
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, April 23, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Bill Jones; Commissioner Jason Williams; Commissioner Gerald White and Commissioner Don Zeigler. Also present was Heidi Wilson; Clyde Barr, Altamont News; and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.
1. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
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On a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler, Kurt Becker was appointed to the Altamont Library Board.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
3. Mayor Taylor announced the appointment of Jon Becker to the Zoning Board.  He is filling the vacancy of Jason Weiss, who moved from the City Limits.
4. A request made by the Altamont VFW to hold a roadblock fundraiser for Poppy Days on May 11, 2007 was approved on a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
5. The purchase of a 2007 Dodge Charger squad car was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Zeigler.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.  The squad car will be purchased from Bob Ridings in the amount of $19,070.
6. Ordinance VA-1094 granting a front yard setback at 205 East Meadows Lane, was approved on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.   Request was made for the purpose and is limited to the construction of an open carport.
7. Ordinance VA-1095 granting a side yard setback was approved on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.  Approval allows for construction of a residential addition.
8. Mayor Taylor was given authorization to enter into an agreement with the Greenville Ladies Prison on behalf of the City.  Motion was made by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.  Inmates will perform cleanup and repairs at Gilbert Park. 
9. Mayor Taylor presented resigning Commissioners Don Zeigler and Jason Williams with mantle clocks in appreciation for their years of service to the City of Altamont.
10. On a motion by Commissioner Zeigler and seconded by Commissioner Williams, the Council entered into Executive Session at 7:18 to discuss business matters as described in Section 2( c) (21) of the Open Meetings Act.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
11. The Council returned to open session at 7:23.
12. As a result of Executive Session, Resolution 2007-04-03, releasing minutes of past executive session minutes was approved on a motion by Commissioner Williams and seconded by Commissioner Jones. 
13. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Williams.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Williams, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Zeigler, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.

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Meeting Date : 14 May 2007   5:30  P.M.

On The Agenda

1.

OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
 Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

3.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

4.

 COMMUNICATIONS
5. AGENDA ITEMS
A.        Official Oath of Mayor and Commissioners
B.         Ordinance 423-07 Legal Counsel Appointment Ordinance.
C.         Ordinance 424-07 Appointment Ordinance.
D.         Approve June 16, 2007 – Lions Club “Tootsie Pop Day” Roadblock Fundraiser.
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6. ADJOURN

Meeting Minutes Will Be Posted In Past Meetings After Approval
Present: P Mayor Taylor P Commissioner Jones P Commissioner White P Commissioner Frailey P Commissioner Wilson
  The Council of the City of Altamont met in regular session on Monday, May 14, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.  The following members were present Mayor Larry Taylor; Commissioner Gerald White; Commissioner Bill Jones and newly elected Commissioners Heidi Wilson and Richard Frailey. Also present was Bob Bray; Candy Smith, Deputy Clerk; Joan Minks; Debbie Frailey; Gary Hewing; and Sarah Stephen, City Clerk.
1. Meeting was opened with City Clerk, Sarah Stephen administering the Official Oath to Council Members listed above for the term of May 2007 through April 2011 as a result of the April 17, 2007 election.
2. The Omnibus Vote Agenda comprised of prior meeting minutes and payment of bills was approved on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner White. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Wilson, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
3. Ordinance 423-07; Appointing Legal Counsel was approved on a motion by Commissioner Frailey and seconded by Commissioner Wilson. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Wilson, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.  Action appointed Taylor Law Offices as legal counsel for the City.
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Ordinance 424-07; Appointment Ordinance was approved on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Wilson. Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Wilson, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
5. A request made by the Altamont Lions Club to hold the Tootsie Pop roadblock fundraiser on June 16, 2007 was approved on a motion by Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Wilson.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Wilson, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.
6. Bob Bray President of the Altamont Lions Club was present to address the Council concerning vandalism to the Gilbert Park concession stand.  He requested additional lighting, possibly motion sensitive would be the most effective.  The Mayor stated the Electric Department would install the necessary security lighting.
7. Gary Hewing expressed a concern to the Council regarding excessive noise of a new grain dryer at the ADM location.  Mayor Taylor stated suggestions to minimize the noise are being researched.  Mr. Hewing requested some pine trees located on his property under a power line be removed. 
8. Commissioner White stated Alan Whitt is interested in bidding a price for replacing the water line in the northeast section of town. 
9. Commissioner Jones reported the new playground equipment now has new mulch.
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Mayor Taylor assigned the Commissioners to their Departments as follows:

             Charles W. “Bill” Jones – Streets & Public Improvements                                                                                Accounts & Finance

            Richard Frailey – Public Health & Safety (Electric Department)

            Gerald White Jr – Public Property (Water & Sewer Departments)

            Heidi Wilson – Parks and Cemetery
11. The meeting was adjourned on a motion by Commissioner White and seconded by Commissioner Frailey.  Members voted as follows: Commissioner Jones, yes; Commissioner Frailey, yes; Commissioner White, yes; Commissioner Wilson, yes; and Mayor Taylor, yes.

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Meeting Date :  29 May 2007   7:00  P.M.

On The Agenda

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OMNIBUS VOTE AGENDA:Agenda
Item No. 1 – Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
 Item No. 2 – Approve Payment of Bills

2.

 POLICE REPORT

3.

 PUBLIC COMMENTS

4.

 COMMISSIONERS REPORTS

5.

 COMMUNICATIONS
6. AGENDA ITEMS
A.        Alex Simpson – Police Department Data Presentation
B.         Lucille Schroeder – Drainage Issues
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