During the regular meeting of the Gallatin Board of Aldermen held Monday, March 13, City Administrator Zac Johnson stated that some customers were having problems with meeting the deadline of March 14 to have their sewer hooked up. He asked if the board would like to extend the deadline. The board felt that an extension was not needed; the deadline remained.
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As of March 14, the sewer connection charge of $300 went into effect. Of the 103 customers served by the new sewer system, about 90% have hooked up, according to City Clerk Autumn Acree.
Also during comments by city administrator, Mr. Johnson informed the board that the city had to fix a major sewer problem behind Corner Café and during the repairs some damages occurred to another building, which the city will pay for. Mr. Johnson also stated that an ordinance about grease traps needs to be looked at if not already in the code book.
Mr. Johnson informed the board that Layne Western will begin testing for the new water well in the next couple of weeks.
Police Chief Mark Richards reported on activity from Feb. 27 to March 13. Reports Taken/Tickets Given: 1 – bad passing; 2 – peace disturbances; 1 – no insurance; 3 – minor in possession of alcohol; 1 – interfere with arrest; 2 -careless driving; 3 – driving while suspended; 1 – DUI; 1 – accident; 4 – speeding; 2 – warrant arrest; 1 – assault on an officer. There are five dogs in the pound.
Chief Richards stated that the Dodge Dakota has been purchased. The police department is working on code violations such as junk cars and trash around yards. Currently 10 letters have been sent out and new violations are being found daily. The department would like to remind people that bulk pick up will be on April 18 on the east side and April 20 on the west side.
Bills in the amount of $158,420.69 were approved for payment.
Bill Lewis, city attorney, was asked his advice on enforcing sidewalk repairs. Mr. Lewis will check into the proper procedure and get back with the city administrator.
An ordinance authorizing the city administrator to sign a Missouri Public Utilities Alliance (MPUA) mutual aid agreement carried after first and second readings.
Sewer bills in the amount of $6,704 were paid.
City liquor license was approved for "Cycles" upon state licensing. The restaurant is to be run by Nick and Carol Walker.
Discussion was held on candidates for mayor and a motion passed to invite all the mayor candidates to the March 27 meeting to discuss the mayor’s responsibilities and duties.
Mr. Johnson reminded the board about the town meeting at Dockery Park with FEC on March 23 at 6 p.m.
During comments by aldermen, Doyle Patton asked Bill Lewis, city attorney, on action that can be taken on abandoned homes. Mr. Lewis stated that ordinances are already in the code book under the nuisance procedures. Mr. Johnson is looking into grants to help with the city’s expenses.
Bob Snidow inquired of Mr. Lewis about grandfather clauses involving the zoning rules and dogs.
The board entered into closed session pursuant to legal actions and litigation and hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting employees.
The above are the unapproved minutes of the regular meeting for the city of Gallatin held on Monday, March 13, 2006, at city hall. Present were aldermen Bob Snidow, Doyle Patton, Gene Caldwell and Pat Baker; City Administrator Zac Johnson; City Clerk Autumn Acree; Police Chief Mark Richards; Police Chaplain Austin Bonnett; city attorney Bill Lewis; Carla Arnold, Franklin Archer, Norma Griffin, Dan Lockridge, Kate Chrisman, Kenneth King, Bob Rogers and Nick and Carol Walker.