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date: 1989-11-13
title: November 13, 1989 Minutes
source: 1989-11/1989-11-13_November 13, 1989_Minutes.pdf
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November 13, 1989

CITY OF STOCKBRIDGE
HENRY COUNTY, GEORGIA NOVEMBER 13, 1989

The regular meeting of the Stockbridge City Council was held November 13, 1989 at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor
Kelley presiding and members present were Harold Cochran, John Dabney, G. W. Evans, H. M. Kersey and
Ronnie Simmons.

Motion to convene was made by Harold Cochran, seconded by John Dabney and passed unanimously.

Minutes of October 9, 1989 City Council Meeting were approved as published.

Welcome guests.

BUDGET HEARING Mayor Kelley presented 1990 Proposed Budget for comment and recommendation from
the public. There was no response from public, therefore, Mayor Kelley closed hearing.

Site Engineering, Inc. is under contract by the City of Stockbridge to make wastewater treatment plant
modifications. They have submitted a change order for an additional $9,640.00 for items not addressed in
their original bid. Lewis Hurd Engineers contend these items were clearly designed on the specifications
submitted for companies to prepare their bids and therefore, the City should hold firm that Site Engineering
underbid this project and the City should only pay for work not included in the specifications. Lewis Hurd
recommended the Council pay for three items not included on the bid list for a total of $1,520.50. Motion was
made by Harold Cochran to approve payment of Change Order in the amount of $1,520.50, seconded by G.
W. Evans and passed unanimously.

Mayor Kelley distributed copies of the proposed new Poolroom Ordinance for Council to consider for adoption
at the December 1989 meeting.

It was noted that McDonough Christmas Parade will be held December 2, 1989 at 7:00 p.m. and have invited
the Stockbridge City Council to participate in their parade. Anyone wishing to participate should line-up at
5:00 p.m. at the Henry County High School.
Henry County Community Development requested Mayor and Councilmen be at City Hall on Wednesday
November 15, 1989 at 10:00 a.m. to be filmed for a video to be shown on Cable TV to promote the census
in Henry County.

Motion was made by Ronnie Simmons to purchase a fax machine from Omnifax for $1,595.00, seconded by
H. M. Kersey and passed unanimously.

Ronnie Simmons and Eddie Buckholts advised Council they have reviewed bids for a new fire truck. Motion
was made by G. W. Evans to purchase FMC Custom 1250 GPM Starfire Class A pumper in the amount of
$117,764.00, seconded by Harold Cochran and passed unanimously.

Motion was made by Harold Cochran to amend 1989 budget to transfer $117,764.00 from general fund
savings to general fund to make cash purchase of FMC fire truck, seconded by G. W. Evans.

Chief Eddie Buckholts gave Fire Department report for the month of October.

Charles Barnett advised Council that the water line on Quarry Road needed to be replaced because we are
averaging three to four breaks per month on this line. First phase of construction would be approximately
$8,500.00. Motion was made by Harold Cochran to approve replacement of Quarry Road waterline,
seconded by G. W. Evans and passed unanimously.

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Ronnie Simmons advised Council that the Stockbridge Christmas Parade sponsored by the Businessmen's'
Association will be held December 1, 1989 at 8:00 p.m. They have requested a new parade route be worked
out with City and Sheriff's Department. Motion was made by Ronnie Simmons to approve parade subject to
new route, seconded by H. M. Kersey and passed unanimously.

Ronnie Simmons stated that Brad Bradford's shopping center appears to be in violation of the sign ordinance.
Charles Barnett was instructed to check out and report any violations to Henry County Inspection Department
for action to remove signs in violation of the sign ordinance.
Harold Cochran advised Council that Henry Massey had contacted him because his business has increased
and he needs to expand and would like to store pipe on racks to the rear of his building. Council has no
problem with allowing him to store pipe to the rear of his business bur he must follow usual procedure and
make application through Henry County Community Development for a variance permit.

It was noted that Henry Massey has secured drainage pipe to lay in the ditch between City Hall and his
business and is requesting the City assist to lay the pipe, backfill and landscape to close the ditch with two
catch basins. Charles Barnett to assist Mr. Massey with this project.

G. W. Evans stated that he had received a complaint that the Fire Department van was being parked in a
position that obstructs a clear view for drivers at the intersection of Berry Street and Love Street. Fire Chief
will park van in different location.

City Council set fee for poll workers at $4.50 per hour. Poll workers will be Louise Mays, Joan Cobb and
Nancy Bryant. Motion was made by Harold Cochran, seconded by G. W. Evans and passed unanimously.

Doug Haggerty, Coaster's Restaurant, asked if he would be allowed to open his restaurant Sunday,
December 31, for a New Year's Eve party. He plans to pre-sell tickets for a private party. Clerk to check
with City Attorney and advise Mr. Haggerty if he will be allowed to have a party in this manner under the beer
and wine ordinance.

Motion to adjourn was made by Harold Cochran, seconded by John Dabney and passed unanimously.

Meeting adjourned 7:50 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Merle Manders R. G. Kelley
City Clerk Mayor
