The City Council of Crossville, Tennessee met in regular session on May 13, 2008 at Crossville City Hall.

 

 

Roll Call.

Present: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.  Others present were City Manager Ted Meadows, City Attorney Kenneth Chadwell, City Clerk Sally Oglesby, Mary Lou Mitchell, Bob Mitchell, Warren Jacobson, Jim Young, John Ludwig, Steve Miko, Joe Miller, Jerry Garrrison, Donald Threet, Frank McClung, Javan McClung, Dann Dunham, Tracy Schue, Dewey Peterson, Paul Lessner, Mark Fox, Don Alexander, Jane Powers, Christy Lewis, Fred Houston, Tim Smith, Tim Begley, Steve Hill, Mike Turner, Janet Burnett, Frances Carson, Troy Shaver, Judy Pearson, Kevin Oakes, Larry Traxler, Bill Crawford, Gene S. Miller, Pepe Perron, Clark Annis, Mary Ann Brown, Santa Rivera, Ancito Rivera, Bree Huckeby, Caden Turner, Emilee Huckeby, Elise Dyer, Dorothy Meharg, Art Meharg, Tony Cox, Dennis Gregg, Charles Daugherty, Margie Buxbaum, Ken Hollows, David Simcox, Kyle Dunn, Billy Loggins, Scott Christian, and Darrell Sherrill.

 

            Mayor J. H. Graham, III was present and presiding. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m.  Rev. Dewey Peterson of the New Beginnings Baptist Church was present and presiding.  The Young Marines presented the colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

ITEM #1 – PRESENTATIONS

 

a)     SMHS Lady Panthers – Mayor Graham recognized the basketball team for being the District 4AA regular season and tournament champions, Region 2AA runners-up, and qualifying for the Class AA State Tournament.

b)     Crossville Art Council mural project – Mayor Graham recognized and presented certificates to Katie Yamasaki, Judy Pearson, and Jane Powers.

 

 

ITEM #2 – RE-APPOINTMENT OF ROBERT J. MITCHELL TO THE CROSSVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD

 

Mayor Graham re-appointed Robert J. Mitchell to a five-year term and administered the oath of office.

 

 

ITEM #3 – CONSENT AGENDA

 

A motion was made by Councilman Kerley, seconded by Councilman Dean, that the following items on the consent agenda be approved as presented:

a)     Approval of minutes (4/8, 4/24)

b)     3rd Reading of ordinance annexing 0.57 acres on Meadowview Lane

c)      Resolution adopting a Plan of Service for the annexation of 0.57 acres on Meadowview Lane

d)     1st Reading of ordinance annexing 3.09 acres on Peavine Road (Toni McCarty Dale)

e)     3rd Reading of Ordinance authorizing payments for contracts with W & O Construction for construction services beyond the current budget year

f)        3rd Reading of Ordinance authorizing payments for contracts with Smith Seckman Reed for engineering and design services beyond the current budget year

g)     3rd Reading of Ordinance authorizing payments for contracts with ECE Services for engineering and design services beyond the current budget year

h)      3rd Reading of FY07-08 budget amendment in the amount of $38,500 for Livingston/Miller utility relocation

i)        3rd Reading of FY07-08 budget amendment in the amount of $13,000 for FBO management contract at airport

j)        3rd Reading of ordinance amending the FY07-08 budget in the amount of $9,000 to cover all costs for the contract with Rice Construction on the remediation work at Turner Complex

k)      3rd Reading of ordinance amending the FY07-08 budget in the amount of $191,125 for the Catoosa-Hwy. 127N pump station

l)        3rd Reading of ordinance amending the FY07-08 budget in the amount of $29,980 for the existing water system evaluation

m)   3rd Reading of ordinance amending the FY07-08 budget in the amount of $147,257.51 for utility relocations and sewer line extension on Lantana Road

n)      3rd Reading of ordinance amending the FY07-08 budget in the amount of $32,925 for street lighting on Interchange Drive

o)     2nd Reading of FY07-08 budget amendment in the amount of $10,776.88 for repairs to Ford F350 4x4 utility truck (Veolia)

p)     2nd Reading of FY07-08 budget amendment in the amount of $150,000 for Pilot Oil contributions for Genesis/Cook road improvement project

q)     2nd Reading of FY07-08 budget amendment in the amount of $33,685 for skate park to change from asphalt to concrete surface

r)       1st Reading of FY07-08 budget amendment in the amount of $22,560 for replacement of patrol vehicle damaged by a tree

s)      1st Reading of Ordinance adopting a budget for FY08-09 (in title only)

t)        1st Reading of Ordinance adopting a tax rate for FY08-09

u)      Resolution affirming compliance with Federal Title VI Regulations

v)      Approval to submit 2008 Urban Forestry grant application in the amount of $10,000 ($5,000 grant, $5,000 local) for continuing the tree inventory and implementing the management plan

w)    Approval of temporary street closures for Depot Days

x)      Approval of temporary street closure of 2nd Street from Main St. to West Ave. from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, for a block party sponsored by Minnie’s Used Furniture – PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA

y)      Approval of temporary street closure of Main Street from First to Fifth from 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, for a cruise-in by the Crossville Cruisers Club– PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA

z)      Approval of contract with Stigall Engineering Associates for engineering services in the amount of $16,441.47 for a waterline relocation project on SR-62

aa) 1st Reading of Ordinance authorizing payments for contracts with Stigall Engineering Associates for engineering and design services beyond the current budget year

bb) Approval of additional engineering fees for Gresham Smith and Partners in the amount of $19,000 to update traffic study for the Genesis Road signals at I-40– PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA

cc)  Approval of utility easement with Volunteer First Services for location of remote telephone switching system at Crossville City Cemetery– PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA

dd) Declare list of property and equipment as surplus and approved for sale in auction (list attached and made a part of these minutes) – PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA

ee) Approval of annual price contracts for FY2008-09 as tabulated with the following recommended vendors:

(i)     Publications – Crossville Chronicle

(ii)   Chemicals

1.      Caustic – Dycho

2.      Zinc-Ortho Phosphate – Dycho

3.      Ortho/Poly Phosphate – Dycho

4.      Sodium Bisulfite Solution 3% - Brenntag Mid-South

5.      Flurosilicic Acid – Brenntag Mid-South

6.      Salt Pellets – Dycho

7.      Granular Salt – Dycho

8.      Polymer – Thermo-Dyne (no bids received, extension of previous year’s price contract)

9.      Potassium Permanganate – Dycho

10. Sodium Permanganate – Brenntag Mid-South

(iii)       Street Signs – Vulcan Signs (all signs, span wire); G & C Supply (brackets)

(iv)        Cold Mix – Hudson Materials Co.

(v)          Bulk Coarse Salt – North American Salt

(vi)        Ready Mix Concrete – Irving Materials

(vii)      Striping of City streets – England Striping

(viii)    Corrugated Metal Pipe – Tays Septic Tank

(ix)        Crushed Stone – Plateau Crushed Stone

(x)          Roll Out Carts – Rehrig Pacific

(xi)        Light Bars – Police vehicles – Trucker’s Lighthouse

(xii)      Video Cameras – Police vehicles – Mobile Vision

(xiii)    Plastic Pipe

1.      HPDE Type – Hayes Pipe Supply (8”, 12”); Superior Drainage  (15”, 18”, 30”, 36”, 48”); Feed Store  (24”)

2.      Class 200 PVC Pipe – no award, bid as needed

(xiv)    Waterline Supplies

1.      Meters (City) – Sensus Metering

2.      Yokes (City) – H D Supply

3.      Saddles (City) – H D Supply

4.      Meters (Catoosa) – H D Supply

5.      Corp stops (G & C Waterworks), coupling for ¾” service tubing brass (G & C Waterworks), ¾” Drisco Class 200 water TBG 500’coils (G & C Waterworks), Smith Blair ¾” x 3” full circle clamp for service tubing (H D Supply), meter yokes 7” rise (G & C Waterworks)/(alt-H D Supply), Ford saddles (G & C Waterworks), 2” Ford Setter w/ball valve (G & C Waterworks), 17” x 30” plastic meter box (H D Supply), 15” concrete meter box (G & C Waterworks), 18” plastic meter box (H D Supply)/(alt-G & C Waterworks), 1” Ford meter yoke 10” rise (G & C Waterworks), master meter register 5/8” (H D Supply), Smith-Blair saddles  (H D Supply)-(Catoosa)

(xv)      Grinder Pumps

1.      Hydromatic – Water & Waste Equipment

2.      Environment One – Field’s Engineering

(xvi)    Paper and Plastic Products – Lebanon Chemicals

(xvii)  Lab Analysis – Water Filtration – Environmental Science Corp. as a two-year contract, expiring June 2010

ff)      Approval of bids– PULLED FROM AGENDA

i)        2008 Ford Explorer patrol vehicle for $22,310 – Ted Russell Ford

ii)      Steel Frame Building (Veolia) in the amount of $82,598 – Plateau Construction

iii)    Banking – Cumberland County Bank

iv)    Traffic Signal and intersection improvements at US 127 and Interstate Drive in the amount of $206,750 – Highways

v)      Sewer pump station rehabilitation at Holiday Hills and Industrial Park in the amount of $168,000 – Putnam Contracting Services

vi)    Quote to replace influent pump drive at main wastewater pump station in the amount of $8,400 – Lynch Electric

Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

bb)             Approval of additional engineering fees for Gresham Smith and Partners in the amount of $19,000 to update traffic study for the Genesis Road signals at I-40 - Councilman Wyatt pointed out that this project is much needed.  Mayor Graham indicated that the design of the lights will be on the outside so that they won’t have to be moved when the overpass is widened.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilman Duer, that approval be given to Gresham Smith and Partner for additional engineering fees in the amount of $19,000 to update the traffic study.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

cc)              Approval of utility easement with Volunteer First Services for location of remote telephone switching system at Crossville City Cemetery – A location inside the fence surrounding the water tank was selected by City personnel and VolFirst officials.

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilman Kerley, that the utility easement at Crossville City Cemetery requested by Volunteer First Services be granted.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

dd)             Declare list of property and equipment as surplus and approved for sale in auction (list attached and made a part of these minutes).  It was explained that the light bars and video cameras are being sold because the video cameras are older models and don’t work with the current system.  The light bars are made for specific models of cars.

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilman Dean, that the listed property and equipment be declared as surplus and sold.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

ff)         Approval of bids:

                          i.      2008 Ford Explorer patrol vehicle for $22,310 – Ted Russell Ford

                        ii.      Steel Frame Building (Veolia) in the amount of $82,598 – Plateau Construction

                      iii.      Banking – Cumberland County Bank

                       iv.      Traffic Signal and intersection improvements at US 127 and Interstate Drive in the amount of $206,750 – Highways

                         v.      Sewer pump station rehabilitation at Holiday Hills and Industrial Park in the amount of $168,000 – Putnam Contracting Services

                       vi.      Quote to replace influent pump drive at main wastewater pump station in the amount of $8,400 – Lynch Electric

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilman Dean that bids “i through vi” be approved as recommended.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

x)                  Approval of temporary street closure of 2nd Street from Main St. to West Ave. from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, for a block party sponsored by Minnie’s Used Furniture

y)                  Approval of temporary street closure of Main Street from First to Fifth from 3:009:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, for a cruise-in by the Crossville Cruisers Club

 

Councilman Duer asked about the street closures and his concerns about the increasing number being requested.  Tonya Hinch reported that the businesses are supporting the events.  These events are in support of Downtown Crossville, Inc. and designed to draw people to the downtown area.  Many of the businesses in the area plan to be open.  There will be live music, refreshments, and other activities.

            A motion was made by Councilman Duer, seconded by Councilmen Dean and Kerley, that the temporary street closures requested for June 7 be approved.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

 

ITEM #4 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO ASPHALT BIDS

 

a)                 Asphalt paving – Bids were received from Highways, Inc. and Tennessee Asphalt.  Highways, Inc. offered the low bid.

b)                 Asphalt (pick up) – The only bid received was from Highways, Inc.  Tennessee Asphalt received the bid documents, but failed to turn in a bid.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilman Dean, that the bid of Tennessee Asphalt for asphalt paving and the bid of Highways for asphalt (pick up) for FY08-09 be approved.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

 

ITEM #5 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO “MISS NETTIE” RENOVATION PROJECT AT CCHS

 

            Janet Burnett provided information on the renovation project of the Air Force jet on loan to the City of Crossville and assigned to Cumberland County High School and the fund-raising efforts underway.  North Central Institute in Clarksville is providing the renovation work to restore her to original condition.  They have raised approximately $14,000 with a goal of $20,000 to cover the cost of the materials.  They are selling bricks for $100 that will be mounted vertically at the new site.  Council agreed to review the request during the budget hearings.

 

 

(At 6:34 p.m. the regular meeting was recessed and the Beer Board convened.)

 

BEER BOARD

Dolgencorp, Inc. dba Dollar General Market #12008

 

            An application was submitted by Dolgencorp, Inc. dba Dollar General Market #12008 for an off-premises beer permit for their store located at 1259 Miller Ave.  Police Lt. Darrell Sherrill gave a clear records check on the applicant.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Duer, seconded by Councilman Kerley, that the application for an off-premises beer permit for Dolgencorp, Inc. dba Dollar General Market #12008 be approved.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

(At 6:35 p.m. the Beer Board was adjourned and the regular meeting reconvened.)

 

 

ITEM #6 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO REQUEST FOR EXPANSION OF THE AVENUE OF FLAGS

 

            Dann Dunham, Welcome Home Organizer, addressed the Council to request that the Avenue of Flags be expanded from Industrial Blvd. to Lantana Road.  He reported that there are 72 light poles in the area.  The Welcome Home Committee will be responsible for the cost of the flags and brackets with City crews providing the installation.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilmen Dean and Kerley, that authorization be given to expand the Avenue of Flags to Lantana Road.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

 

ITEM #7 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO PUMP BUILDING ON SWEENEY DRIVE

 

            Tony Cox, representing Hilltoppers, Inc., requested the opportunity to use the old pump building on Sweeney Drive until the City needs it again.  In return for its use, they will fix the building by re-installing the wall and adding electrical service.  They will also maintain the grounds surrounding it.  The building will house their lawn maintenance crew’s equipment and supplies.  These crews maintain the rest areas on I-40 in Cumberland County, as well as some residential areas.  Hilltoppers will insure the building.

 

            A motion was made by Mayor Graham, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, that the offer of Hilltoppers for the use of the pump building on Sweeney Drive be accepted.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

 

ITEM #8 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO HOLIDAY DAM AND SPILLWAY PROJECT

 

Item deferred for discussion later in the meeting.

 

 

ITEM #9 – CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT

 

City Attorney Kenneth Chadwell reported that no new lawsuits have been filed.  The previously authorized abatement lawsuit on Fifth Street appears to be in the process of being cleaned up so that the filing of a lawsuit may not be required.  Councilman Wyatt and Mayor Graham expressed concern about the low fines allowed and the difficulty to collect.  Mr. Chadwell stated that the City can strengthen the ordinances, but the state constitution limits fines to $50 per day.  To collect, some changes can be made to the ordinances.  Council indicated that they are more concerned with the properties being cleaned-up, not the fines.  Mr. Chadwell emphasized to the Council that the City can sue, but that can be very costly.  However, with a court order, the City could clean up the property.  Mayor Graham stated that he wants to be able to give notice, clean it up, and then put a lien on the property.  Mr. Chadwell agreed to look at the law and what changes would be required to the ordinances.

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Mayor Graham, that the City Attorney be authorized to come up with a solution to the abatement problem.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

Bluffs escrow account – Mr. Chadwell reported that the agreement has been signed by all.  They have deposited $310,000 into the escrow account.

 

SRO Agreement for FY08-09 – A proposed agreement that incorporates the 50% sharing of costs was presented for approval.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Kerley, seconded by Councilman Dean, that the SRO agreement for FY08-09 be approved.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

Councilman Duer asked that all charges and costs for the SRO officers be documented and billed to the Board of Education.  Mayor Graham requested the Finance Director to prepare a preliminary pro forma for the SRO program based on the second quarter of the current fiscal year.

 

 

ITEM #10 – CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

 

            City Manager Ted Meadows presented the monthly charts showing local option sales tax and wholesale beer tax revenues.  He also presented an updated special projects report.  He distributed a chart on building permits, which points out that residential permits are significantly down, while commercial permits are significantly higher for calendar year 2008.

 

            Water loss or unaccounted for water – Councilman Wyatt asked that a program get started to reduce the loss percentages.  Mr. Meadows reported that he has already met with the Public Works Director and programs have already been started with a goal of 15%.  This will be achieved through changing out older meters and checking for leaks.  A formal report of the action steps and remedies planned for the next six months were requested to be provided to the Council.  Councilman Wyatt requested information on what occurred on the contract with LD&A on the 127S utility relocations.

 

            Airport – The State conducted the annual inspection of the facility and reported non-compliance on obstructions in the air space.  The obstructing trees according to state guidelines have been cleared, but according to federal guidelines, there are 6 obstructions near the Playhouse still non-compliant.  Of these, two trees have been topped and three will require professional services to climb the trees.  The sixth obstruction is the top of the Playhouse.  The Public Works Department were able to bring it back into State compliance in a reasonable amount of time.  A committee is interviewing engineering firms to update the Airport Layout Plan (ALP) at the airport for recommendation to Council.  Mayor Graham reported that there are some industrial prospects interested in locating around the airport and would like to see that considered in the update of the ALP.  Other work that will be needed in the future is an upgrade of the lighting system and re-striping/re-surfacing of the runway.

 

Woodmere water tank – Mr. Meadows reported to the Council that a decision must be made on the logo for the tank.  A delay in the decision will cost an additional $5,000.  He proposed using the “Golf Capital of Tennessee” logo.

A motion was made by Mayor Graham, seconded by Councilman Dean, that “Golf Capital of Tennessee” logo be painted on the Woodmere water tank.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

A late request was received from the Palace Theater to close W. First Street for 8 hours on June 14 for the display of the Hank Williams touring car 

A motion was made by Councilman Dean, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, that the request for the temporary street closing on June 14 be approved.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

Mayor Graham reported that there were some ceramic bowls at the Palace Theatre in the kitchen.  He asked the City Manager to find out if they would be available for a potential fund-raising event. 

 

 

 

 

 

ITEM #11 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO BIG SOUTH FORK OUTDOOR RECREATION VISITOR CENTER

 

            Mayor Pro-Tem Wyatt presented a request from County Mayor Brock Hill, represented by Pepe Perron, for the City to provide water and sewer service to the visitor center proposed to be located at the I-40/Genesis Road exchange.  The cost to provide the infrastructure was originally estimated at $53,260, but with city crews performing the work it is estimated at $35,000.  The 80% enhancement grant for the construction of the 4,000 sf building was approved by TDOT on September 15, 2004 in the amount of $596,000.

 

            Mr. Perron provided an update on the project.  He reported that the community received $92.5M in tourism revenues.  The center will be aimed at tourists of Big South Fork as well as attractions throughout Cumberland County.  A kiosk will be located in the center for other counties to display their tourism sites.  Staffing is expected to be a combination of paid staff and volunteers.  A decision by the City is important so that the bores can be done before the roads are constructed.  The Finance Director and Public Works Director will determine if funds are available in the current budget to do the work.

 

            The County is providing their time on obtaining and administering the grants and providing funds for recurring costs.  Mayor Graham questioned why the owner of the Hwy. 127N industrial park was not contacted about available property since that would be at the exit leading to the Big South Fork National Park.  In addition, that property already has roads, water, and sewer available.  The Genesis Road exit does not lead to the park.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Wyatt, seconded by Councilman Dean, that the City agree to provide water and sewer service to the building utilizing city crews, and that a budget amendment be passed on first reading, contingent on the estimated cost.  Vote: Motion passed (summary: Yes = 4, No = 1, Abstain = 0).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.; No: Mayor J. H. Graham, III.

 

 

ITEM #12- MATTERS RELATIVE TO UPDATE OF HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN

 

            A video produced by Tennessee Technological University was presented by Mayor Graham on the plan and reasons for it.  Cumberland County, Morgan County, Wartburg, Crossville are all part of the plan.  In addition, the Nature’s Conservancy and U.S. Game & Fish are co-sponsoring the work.

 

 

ITEM #13 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO CUMBERLAND COVE WATER CONTRACT

 

            Councilman Wyatt asked questions about funding included in the FY08-09 budget for a $2.4M water line on Hwy. 70.  Upon further research with Jerry Garrison, he discovered that this larger line is going to be required sooner or later anyway because of other developments in the area and is not strictly because of the Cumberland Cove development project.

 

 

ITEM #14 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO SKATE PARK DESIGN AT CENTENNIAL PARK

 

            Parks and Recreation Director Steve Hill presented potential designs for the skate park equipment at various budget levels.  He requested Council to establish a budget for the project.

 

A motion was made by Councilman Kerley, seconded by Councilman Duer, that the budget be set at $75,000 and Requests for Proposals be sent out.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

 

ITEM #15 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO GOLF CAPITAL OF TENNESSEE WOMEN’S STATE OPEN

 

            Parks and Recreation Director Steve Hill and Billy Loggins reported that the City’s sponsorship is on the Tennessee Golf Association’s website.  This is the 10th anniversary of the tournament and the 5th year to be held in Crossville.  The Pro-Am will be held July 19 at Bear Trace.  Proceeds will go to junior golf in Cumberland County.  The tournament will be July 21-23.  Mayor Graham will do a television promo.  The police and fire department will be providing support.  Currently, 45 players have entered the tournament.  Local citizens may be asked to provide private housing for some of the participants.  A dinner will be at the golf barn at Bear Trace with food provided by Veolia.

 

 

ITEM #8 – MATTERS RELATIVE TO HOLIDAY DAM AND SPILLWAY PROJECT

 

Scott Christian of ECE Services requested additional fees to cover their costs for bidding the project.  The project is currently out for bid for the third time.  ECE Services requested approval to charge hourly rates for the third bid process in accordance with the agreement for construction services, with the understanding that if the construction budget will be exceeded, a request for an amendment will be submitted to Council for approval. 

 

A motion was made by Mayor Graham, seconded by Councilman Wyatt, that the additional fees on the Holiday Dam and Spillway project be approved as requested.  Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 5).  Yes: Councilman Carl Duer, M.D, Councilman Earl Dean, Councilman Jesse Kerley, Mayor J. H. Graham, III, Mayor Pro-Tem Boyd Wyatt, Sr.

 

 

            With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.