Raleigh City Council Minutes - 03/19/2013
COUNCIL MINUTES
The City Council of the City of Raleigh met in regular session at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 in the City Council Chamber of the Raleigh Municipal Building, Avery C. Upchurch Government Complex, 222 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, with the following present.
Mayor Nancy McFarlane, Presiding
Mayor Pro Tem Eugene Weeks
Councilor Mary-Ann Baldwin
Councilor Thomas G. Crowder
Councilor Bonner Gaylord
Councilor John Odom
Councilor Randall K. Stagner
Councilor Russ Stephenson
Mayor McFarlane called the meeting to order and invocation was rendered by Pastor Jim Whitfield, Triangle Christian Center. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilor Mary-Ann Baldwin.
The following items were discussed with action taken as shown.
RECOGNITION OF SPECIAL AWARDS
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT – PRESENTATION MADE
Mayor McFarlane explained the Certificate of Appointment presentation and presented a certificate to Jennifer Hoverstad who was recently appointed to Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board.
PROCLAMATION – JOHN CHAVIS MEMORIAL PARK DAY - PROCLAIMED
David Shouse gave information on the life, education and contributions on March 19, 1938, one hundred years after the death of John Chavis, the City purchased land in south east Raleigh which is now Chavis Park. Mr. Shouse introduced members of the area who have worked on the improvements and upgrading of the park who unanimously support the proclamation. Mayor McFarlane read a proclamation March 19, 2013 as John Chavis memorial Park Day.
PROCLAMATION – AMERICAN DIABETICS ALERT DAY – PROCLAIMED
Mayor McFarlane read a proclamation proclaiming March 26, 2013 as American Diabetics Alert Day. The Proclamation was accepted by Jim Straight. He talked about the number of people in America who are affected by diabetes many of which are not aware that they have the disease. He talked about the risk of persons developing Type 2 diabetes and the work of the American Diabetes Associations in helping to stop diabetes and let people know about the risk and warning signs.
CENTENNIAL AUTHORITY – ANNUAL REPORT – RECEIVED
Pat Long, Centennial Authority, stated she and members of the Centennial Authority along with Jeff Merritt, Executive Director are present to provide the annual report. She introduced Authority members who were presenting including Chair City Attorney Tom McCormick, Jessie Taliaferro, Judy Grainger, Bob Seligson, Bill Mullins, Charlie Leffeer, Dave Olsen, Philip Isley and Rod Malone.
Jeff Merritt told about the activities of the PNC Arena last year which included 159 ticketed events with 1.4 million people attending. He talked about the short season of the Hurricanes, the number average attendance at games, the attendance for NCSU games, the thousands of people who utilize the facility most every day. He stated it represents a true public private venture. It is truly a multi-purpose facility managed by Gale Force Holdings and talked about loses that might be incurred are covered by Gale Force.
Mr. Merritt talked about the economic impact on the region citing a $92M annual economic impact, along with 1600 jobs in Wake County. He talked about their 25 year analysis and what they need to do to take care of the facility. He stated the arena is surrounded by a tree covered canopy; however there were some problems and they have conducted a study to determine what is wrong with the trees and have completed phrase one of the tree replacement project. He talked about the digital menu boards and the hard surfacing of part of the parking lot which allows for more events to take place outside. He highlighted the community outreach events and the amount of city/county/state and prepared food taxes paid this past fiscal year. He pointed out since the building of the facility they have paid about $26M to the City and County with over $10M of that being given to the City. He told about the upcoming year outlining some the concerts and the fact that they will be hosting the first and second round of the NCAA tournament.
City Attorney McCormick pointed out all of the City’s appointees to the Centennial Authority are present and thanked them for all their work on behalf of the City. The Council expressed appreciation to all their great work.
AGENCY GRANTEE PRESENTATION – LGBT CENTER – COMMENTS RECEIVED
Lorraine Johnson, Director of the Gay and Gray Initiative of the LGBT Center, told of the work that group does to address concerns relating to abuse, neglect social isolation, elderly care, financial planning, etc., of their members. She told of the various activities, the number of people served and the type of programs offered including financial planning, health care, long-term care, legal issues, etc. She talked about social events including dances, museum visits, plays, potluck dinners, etc. She talked about problems this group of citizens sometimes face and the work they are doing to alleviate those problems. She expressed appreciation for the grants given to their group.
CONDOLENCES – JUDGE GEORGE GREEN – COMMENTS RECEIVED
Mayor McFarlane indicated she would like to send the condolences of the City Council to the family members of Judge George Green who recently passed away. She stated he was Judge in Wake County and District Court.
ATHLETICS – LADY BEARS AND MILLBROOK HIGH GIRLS - COMMENTS RECEIVED
Mayor McFarlane congratulated the Lady Bears for their recent win. Mr. Odom congratulated the Millbrook High School Girls basketball team for their State championship. The Council gave round of applause in appreciation for their excellent showings.
CONSENT AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA – APPROVED AS AMENDED
Mayor McFarlane presented the Consent Agenda indicating all items are considered to be routine and may be enacted by one motion. If a Councilor requests discussion on an item, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately. She stated Council members received at the table two additional street closings and explained they would be added to the Consent Agenda. She stated she had received a request from Ms. Baldwin to withdraw the item Critical Public Safety Facility – Construction Manager at Risk and from Mr. Stephenson and Mr. Crowder to withdraw the Downtown Bus Facilities Master Plan. Without objections the two street closings were added to the Consent Agenda and the two items outlined were withdrawn. Mayor McFarlane stated the vote on the Consent Agenda would be a roll call vote. Mr. Odom moved of the Consent Agenda as amended. His motion was seconded by Mr. Weeks and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. The items on the Consent Agenda were as follows.
UTILITY CUSTOMER USAGE DATA – LETTER OF SUPPORT TO UTILITIES COMMISSION – APPROVED
On February 7, 2013, the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) filed comments asserting that the Commission should consider promulgating rules which permit greater access to utility-held customer energy usage data. Such rules would enable 1) customers to exercise greater control over energy use and its economic, environmental, and social impacts; 2) businesses to develop and implement innovative energy usage products and services; and 3) academic and governmental institutions to conduct research and pilot energy related technologies and programs leading to increased awareness and education regarding energy consumption.
To assure the Commission that the NCSEA filing is supported by a broad-based set of stakeholders and other interested parties, it has requested letters of support from local governments, businesses, academic institutions, innovation and energy focused organizations, and individuals. Support letters have already been submitted by many entities including the local governments of Asheville, Cary, Chapel Hill, and Durham; academic institutions including Appalachian State University, North Carolina Solar Center, and NC State University Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources; and private sector businesses and organizations including TechNet, Noresco, Advanced Energy Economy, Environmental Defense Fund, and Blue Horizon Insight (an Affiliate Scholar at the UNC School of Government), among others.
The City has been asked to endorse this effort by submitting a letter of support. The NCSEA request is consistent with sustainability goals and energy-related programs of the City.
Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor to submit a Letter of Support to the Utilities Commission, Docket No. E-100, Sub 137. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
BICYCLE RACKS – DONATION ACCEPTED
Architecture for Humanity is a non-profit organization that provides design services and solutions to various humanitarian issues around the globe. In 2011, Architecture for Humanity - Raleigh organized a design competition to build six artistic bike racks to be installed in the downtown area. Private property locations have been identified for three of the six racks. Architecture for Humanity is proposing to donate three racks to the City to install on public property. After researching suitable locations, staff recommends installing two racks in Moore Square Park and one rack in Exchange Plaza.
Recommendation: Accept the bike rack donations and authorize installations in Moore Square Park and Exchange Plaza. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
REIMBURSEMENT CONTRACT – ACREAGE FEES – APPROVED
One oversized water main extension project has been completed by a private developer. The cost of the reimbursement has been certified by the Public Utilities staff and the reimbursement is in accordance with the Code of Ordinances. The project is as follows:
Buffaloe Forest, LLC completed 2,800 linear feet of 16-inch water main in Buffaloe Road in October, 2012 to serve the Buckhorn Place Subdivision. The project is eligible for $133,000 in reimbursement.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute the reimbursement. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
STORMWATER PERMIT CONDITIONS – APPEAL – DIRECTION GIVEN
Renewal of the MS4 NPDES stormwater permit issued to the City has been renewed, effective March 1, 2013. During the renewal process extensive negotiations between the City and the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources regarding the conditions of the permit occurred. Two significant permit conditions were not anticipated by staff based on negotiations. Staff from the Stormwater division and the City Attorney’s Office request authorization to appeal the conditions of the permit in order to seek more acceptable permit terms.
The two conditions require (1) that the City report every illicit discharge within 24 hours of discovery and (2) that the City develop and implement a water quality improvement program for total maximum daily load (TMDL) designated waters where the City has not been assigned a load to reduce by the State within 12 months of designation. There are numerous reasons that a discharge may not be illicit, but it takes investigation and even laboratory results to make the determination if it was illicit. When the State assigns the City a load to reduce in TMDL waters, the permit requires the start of a graduated program that stretches over several years. The information needed to create a program when there is no assigned load is much more significant and a similar graduated program should be included within the permit requirement.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Attorney to file a contested case petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings, and authorize Stormwater staff to seek resolution by informal means prior to the appeal due date of March 28, 2013. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
PARADE ROUTES – VARIOUS – APPROVED CONDITIONALLY
The agenda presented the following request for parade routes.
Vicinity of RBC Center
Ms. Mandy Wellons, representing the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, requests permission to hold a fundraising walk on Saturday, April 13, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Vicinity of Halifax Mall, North Wilmington Street, Salisbury Street, Davie Street, Fayetteville Street, East Davie Street, and Wilmington Street
Ms. Kara Strang, representing the Jim “Catfish” Hunter Chapter of the ALS, requests permission to hold a fundraising walk on Saturday, April 13, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
Vicinity of Brier Creek Swim and Tennis Club on Arnold Palmer Drive
Ms. Janet McCauslin, representing Brier Creek Country Club Homeowners, requests permission to hold a parade on Thursday, July 4, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Recommendation: Approve subject to conditions noted on the reports in the agenda packet. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
ROAD RACES – VARIOUS – APPROVED CONDITIONALLY
The agenda presented the following requests for road races.
Vicinity of PNC Arena Property to include parts of Trinity Road, Blue Ridge Road, Sunset Ridge, Atrium Drive, Lake Boone Trail, Lake Drive, Macon Pond, Wade Park Boulevard, Trenton, Reedy Creek, and Edward Mill Road
Mr. Butch Robertson, representing Raleigh Rocks, requests permission to hold a marathon road race on Sunday, April 7, 2013, from 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
He is also requesting a waiver of all City ordinances to allow amplified sound during the event.
Vicinity of YMCA at Wakefield Pines
Ms. Sharon Casper-Williams, representing the Kerr YMCA, requests permission to hold a road race on Sunday, May 12, 2013, from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Several Streets within the City, as follows: Portions of Hillsborough Street, Ashe Avenue, Western Boulevard, Wilmington Street, Salisbury Street, Martin Luther King Boulevard, Boylan Avenue, Morgan Street, Dawson Street, Martin Street, Fayetteville Street, Morgan Street, Glenwood Avenue, Peach Street, Clark Avenue, Brooks Avenue, O’Berry Street, Dixie Trail, Faircloth Avenue, Blue Ridge Road, Beryl Street
Mr. Ron Wahula, representing the City of Oaks Marathon, requests permission to hold the City of Oaks Marathon race on Sunday, November 3, 2013, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., to be routed along portions of the streets noted above. As part of this road race Hillsborough Street, between Pullen and Horne, will be closed at 5:30 a.m. to set up the start/finish area.
Haywood Street Area
Ronnie Sharp, Bolt for the Blue Road Race, requests permission to hold a road race on Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 .a.m. in connection with Leggon Middle School. The race will use a portion of Haywood Street, Lenior Street, Bart Street, East Street, MLK, State Street and Church Street.
Recommendation: Approval subject to conditions noted on the reports in the agenda packet. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
STREET CLOSING – VARIOUS EVENTS AND DAYS – APPROVED CONDITIONALLY
The agenda presented the following requests for temporary street closings.
West South Street between 1002 and 1030 West South Street
Ms. Emily Brinker, representing herself, requests permission for a street closure on Sunday, March 24, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. for a Children’s Birthday Celebration.
Vicinity of North Street from Glenwood Avenue to the Thaiphoon Restaurant
Mr. Michael Teal, representing the Glenwood South Monthly Market, requests permission for a street closure on Saturday, March 30, 2013, April 27, 2013, May 25, 2013, June 29, 2013, and July 27, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. for a monthly outdoor craft market.
400 Block of Fayetteville Street, the City Plaza area
Ms. Leann Ishak, representing herself, requests permission for a street closure on Saturday, April 6, 2013, from 11:00 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. for a Lebanese Cultural Festival.
She is also requesting a waiver of all City Ordinances concerning the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on city property and permission to allow amplified sound during the event.
300 Block of West North Street
Mr. Gerry McDermott, representing the Hibernian Pub, requests permission for a street closure on Saturday, April 13, 2013, from 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. for a Charity Event.
He is also requesting a waiver of all City Ordinances concerning the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on city property and permission to allow amplified sound during the event.
City Plaza Area of the 400 Block of Fayetteville Street
Ms. Hallie Mittleman, representing the Downtown Raleigh Alliance, requests permission for a street closure every Wednesday beginning April 17, 2013 thru October 3, 2013, from 6:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. for the City Plaza Farmer’s Market.
In addition, she is also requesting that the closure be extended north from the plaza to the designated pedestrian crossing on Wednesday, April 24, July 3, August 21, and October 2.
She is also requesting permission to allow amplified sound during the event.
300 Block of West Davie Street from Dawson to Harrington and Commerce Street from Martin to Davie
Ms. Amy Cox, representing Deep South Productions, has been approved for street closure on Saturday, April 20, 2013, from 5:00 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. for a Blue Grass Festival. She would like to change the end time to 8:30 p.m.
She is also requesting a waiver of all City Ordinances concerning the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on city property and permission to allow amplified sound during the event.
Fayetteville Street from Davie Street to the South End of the City Plaza, including City streets and sidewalks
Ms. Amy Cox, representing Deep South Productions, requests permission for street closures for a fundraising concert series to be held on the following dates, from 1:00 p.m. Thursdays until 1:00 a.m. on Fridays:
May 30-31
June 13-14
June 27-28
July 11-12
July 25-26
August 8-9
August 22-23
She is also requesting a waiver of all City ordinances concerning the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on city property and permission to allow amplified sound during each event.
Fayetteville Street from Martin Street to the South End of City Plaza (Martin Street will remain open)
Ms. Jennifer Martin, representing the Greater Raleigh Merchants Association, requests permission for a street closure on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. for a fundraising event.
She is also requesting a waiver of all City Ordinances concerning the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages on city property and permission to allow amplified sound during the event.
Bragg Street between East and Magnum Street
Marianne Kogge representing several local ministries request permission to close a portion of Bragg Street to facilitate a neighborhood Easter event on Saturday, March 30, 2013 from 12:00 until 3:00 p.m.
Recommendation: Approve subject to conditions noted on the reports in the agenda packet. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
WILLIAM PEACE UNIVERSITY – PUBLIC HEARING RELATIVE TO TAX EXEMPT BONDS – AUTHORIZED
It has been requested that the City Council set a public hearing at the Council meeting of April 16, 2013 on behalf of William Peace University which is seeking financing through the issuance of tax-exempt bonds to be issued by the Public Finance Authority located in the State of Wisconsin. See the attached memo from the University’s legal counsel, Parker Poe.
Recommendation: Set the public hearing for April 16, 2013. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
DOWNTOWN REMOTE OPERATION FACILITIES – COMMISSIONING SERVICES – AMENDMENT TO TALBOT & ASSOCIATES APPROVED – FUNDS TRANSFERRED
On December 6, 2011 City Council authorized the City Manager, in accordance with standard procedure, to negotiate a contract for commissioning services with Talbot & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., Charlotte. This amendment is an increase of $23,923 for completion of design development and construction document services, bid and award services, and construction and warranty period services to support the City, the Project Designer, and the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) in the construction of the Project. Funding for this amendment can be accomplished with funds transferred from a previously completed remote operations project.
Original Contract Amount $59,283
Amendment One 23,923
Total Contract Amount to Date $83,206
Talbot & Associates total proposed contract amount for the project is $310,000. It is proposed that the balance to cover construction and warranty period services be funded as a part of the future total project funding.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment with Talbot & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., for an increase in the amount $23,923, and authorize the following transfer:
Transferred From:
508-2210-790010-975-CIP00-99120000 Mt. Herman Remote Operations $23,923
Transferred To:
508-2210-793150-975-CIP00-93960000 Downtown Remote Operations $23,923
Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes. See Ordinance 162 TF 203.
DOWNTOWN REMOTE OPERATIONAL FACILITIES – GEOTECHNOLOGY TESTING & ASSOCIATED SERVICES – AGREEMENT WITH FROEHLING AND ROBERTSON, INC. – APPROVED – FUNDS TRANSFERRED
On January 15, 2013, City Council approved proceeding with the Downtown Remote Operations Facility project. An initial agreement with Froehling and Robertson is proposed in the amount of $50,000 to provide for the necessary geotechnical, testing, and associated services required for the completion of design development and construction documents, bidding and development of the guaranteed maximum price (GMP) by the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) and award period services. Funding for this amendment can be accomplished with funds transferred from a previously completed remote operations project.
The total proposed contract amount for the project is $433,620. It is proposed that the balance to cover construction and warranty period services be funded as a part of the future total project funding.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute an initial agreement with Froehling and Robertson, Inc., Raleigh, in the amount of $50,000 and authorize the following transfer:
Transferred From:
508-2210-790010-975-CIP00-99120000 Mt. Herman Remote Operations $50,000
Transferred To:
508-2210-793010-975-CIP00-93960000 Downtown Remote Operations $50,000
Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes. See Ordinance 162 TF 203.
SIERRA/LINEBERRY PARK MASTER PLAN – ADMINISTRATION AUTHORIZED TO NEGOTIATE CONTRACT
The Sierra/Lineberry Park is a 2.4 acre undeveloped site in southwest Raleigh, purchased in 2009 in anticipation of development as a neighborhood park. A Request for Qualifications for design services was distributed in January 2013. The four qualified respondents have been reviewed by staff, and authorization to negotiate planning and design services with the firms, in ranked order, is requested:
• Lappas+Havener, PA
• AECOM Building+Places
• Obs Landscape Architects
• DHM Design
Recommendation: Authorize staff to negotiate a contract with Lappas+Havener, PA. If negotiations prove unsuccessful, authorize negotiation with the next ranked team, in order, until an agreement can be reached. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
TECHNOLOGY TRAINING – MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT – AMENDMENT AUTHORIZED
The City utilizes a training provider to conduct technology training including Microsoft Office product training and ERP PeopleSoft training for City employees. The existing Master Services Agreement (MSA) provides for specific training classes to be conducted as negotiated with the vendor, Marcie Collie dba Computer Training and Consulting. It is desired to amend the existing MSA in order to schedule additional sessions of Microsoft Excel training during the remainder of the current fiscal year, at an estimated cost not to exceed $14,000. This amendment increases the total cost of the MSA and exceeds the City Manager’s approval threshold of $150,000.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment to the MSA. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
WENDELL – UTILITY MERGER AGREEMENT AMENDMENT #1 – APPROVED
Slowed growth resulting from the economic downturn and reduced per capita water consumption have negatively impacted the ability of the Town of Wendell to repay merger related debt in accordance with the original schedule as outlined in the Utility Merger Agreement. Staff has worked extensively with Wendell to determine options to return the merger debt payoff to schedule, and thus avoid surcharges to customers in Wendell, the remedy prescribed by the merger agreement.
Amendment No. 1 to the merger agreement includes annual rate increases for Wendell customers of 8.5% for FY13 and FY 14, and 5% annually for FY15 to FY26; the return of 3.35 million gallons per day (MGD) of the excess water capacity allocation and 1.75 MGD of wastewater capacity allocation; and extending the payback period by 7 years. Together, these remedies are currently forecasted to pay the merger related debt by 2025. The Town of Wendell has executed the amendment and it is now ready for execution by the City.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Utility Merger Agreement with the Town of Wendell. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
WRENN ROAD SPRAY IRRIGATION SYSTEM – CONTRACT WITH WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS CONSTRUCTION INC – APPROVED
Pursuant to advertisement as required by law, bids were received on February 28, 2013 for the Wrenn Road Spray Irrigation System Modifications project. This project will modify and construct facilities to convert the domestic wastewater treatment facility to accept wastewater streams from the D. E. Benton Water Treatment Plant for treatment. The construction improvements will include upgrades to the existing irrigation pump station and spray fields, rehabilitation of the existing splitter box, lagoon improvements, electrical and instrumentation systems, and other appurtenances. Six bids were opened; a copy of the certified bid tabulation and the recommendation of award will be part of the agenda item. The low bid was submitted by Water and Wastewater Systems Construction, Inc., of Garner, in the amount of $2,562,500 with 17% SDMWOB participation. SDMWOB documentation submitted with the low bid has been reviewed and verified.
Recommendation: Award a contract to Water and Wastewater Systems Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,562,500; budgetary transfers will be handled administratively. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
PERSONNEL – PUBLIC WORKS, FINANCE AND PUBLIC UTILITIES – RECLASSIFICATIONS APPROVED
The agenda presented the following personnel changes:
Public Works
Reclassification of vacant Engineering Inspections Supervisor position 1207 (JC 1007, PG34) and vacant Engineering Inspector position 1200 (JC 1005, PG31) to Engineering Inspections Coordinator (JC 1034, PG33) is requested. These positions will be responsible for senior management level responsibilities as the result of proposed reorganization of the Public Works Department to relocate the private development engineering inspections staff from Engineering Inspections to the Transportation Field Services division. The reclassification should increase efficiency and consistency associated with the private development inspections process. The reclassification has been reviewed by the Human Resources Department. The FY13 budget impact is $322 for the remainder of the fiscal year. The annualized budget impact is approximately $1,993 annually.
Recommendation: Approve the reclassification.
Finance
Reclassification of position nos. 1480, 1481, 1478, 1479 from Accounting Specialist (JC 0100, PG 27) to Accounts Payable Specialist, (Job Code 0100, PG 29) is requested. In addition, reclassification of an Accounting Technician (JC 0104, PG 30) to Business Process Analyst (JC 0108 PG 34) is also requested.
The role of the Accounts Payable staff has evolved significantly over recent years as enhanced ‘procure to pay’ processes now provide significant efficiencies and cost savings across the City. Overseeing these enhanced processes, however, requires a much broader range of strong analytical and problem solving skills by the central payables staff in the Finance Department. A comprehensive review of these roles was performed by the Human Resources Department, which resulted in the recommended reclassifications. The FY13 budget impact of this request is estimated at $4,500; the fully annualized budget impact of this request is estimated at $18,000. The FY13 budget impact will be absorbed by three months of lapsed salaries from two vacant positions.
Recommendation: Approve the reclassifications.
Reclassification of a vacant Meter Reader (Position No. 3682, PG 25, JC 4371) to a new classification, PU Quality Assurance Manager (PG 38, JC 0521) in the Administration Division is requested. The position description, duties, education, experience, and certification requirements conform to the recommendations of external consultants, internal business analysis and the goals of the Public Utilities Department Strategic Plan. Position will act as a continuous improvement officer for the Department and will facilitate Operational Optimization within all Public Utilities divisions. The FY13 budget impact of this request is estimated at $3,873, with an annualized impact of $23,238. The reclassification has been reviewed by the Human Resources Department.
Recommendation: Approve the reclassification.
Public Utilities
The City has delegated authority from the State to issue permits for extensions and connections to the water and sewer systems. The position is not currently under the responsible charge of the Public Utilities Department and should be transferred to comply with permitting requirements. The transfer will also improve cross communication between the departments and is expected to provide better customer service to water and sewer customers.
Transfer of a vacant Civil Engineer (Pos no.3796, PG 35; JC 1016) from City Planning to the Public Utilities department is requested. The position would continue to be stationed on the fourth floor of One Exchange Plaza with the Development Services division staff.
Recommendation: Approve the position transfer. Authorize the following budget transfer:
Transferred From:
100-2810-600010-241 Salary $21,602
100-2810-620010-241 Retirement 1,527
100-2810-620020-241 Supplemental Retirement 432
100-2810-620050-241 Social Security 1,339
100-2810-620060-241 Medicare 313
100-2810-625010-241 Health Insurance 2,492
100-2810-625020-241 Dental Insurance 146
100-2810-625030-241 Group Life Insurance 19
$ 27,870
Transferred From:
310-5210-600010-601 Salary $ 21,602
310-5210-620010-601 Retirement 1,527
310-5210-620020-601 Supplemental Retirement 432
310-5210-620050-601 Social Security 1,339
310-5210-620060-601 Medicare 313
310-5210-625010-601 Health Insurance 2,492
310-5210-625020-601 Dental Insurance 146
310-5210-625030-601 Group Life Insurance 19
$ 27,870
Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes. See Ordinance 162 TF 203.
ENCROACHMENT – BRANDY APPLE DRIVE – APPROVED CONDITIONALLY
A request has been received from Raleigh Land Fund, LLC to install landscaping in the right of way. A report was included in the agenda packet.
Recommendation: Approve the encroachment subject to completion of a liability agreement (that includes removal of the temporary wall) and documentation of proof of insurance by the applicant. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
ENCROACHMENT – 600 ST. MARY’S STREET – APPROVE CONDITIONALLY
A request has been received from St. Mary’s Property Owner, LLC to install a retaining wall and a retaining wall with stairs in the right of way. A report was included in the agenda packet.
Recommendation: Approve the encroachment subject to completion of a liability agreement (that includes the removal of the temporary wall) and documentation of proof of insurance by the applicant. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
BUDGET AMENDMENTS – VARIOUS – ORDINANCE ADOPTED
They agenda presented the following recommended budget amendments:
Fire - $66,267 - To appropriate additional funding for the purchase of fire apparatus due to updated cost figures. The updated cost figures and additional appropriation is necessary to ensure the apparatus meets the needs of the Fire Department.
Police - $1,600 - To appropriate a donation from CPI Security which will be used to expand youth mentoring initiatives.
Police - $15,000 - To appropriate Controlled Substance Tax funds for the procurement of 50 carrier vests for officers assigned to the Detective Division. Funds originate from the Controlled Substance Tax reserve (100-0000-400010-40016).
The agenda outlined the revenue and expenditure accounts involved in the various budget amendments.
Recommendation: Approve the budget amendments as outlined. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes. See Ordinance 162 TF 203.
OAKWOOD AVENUE SEWER REPLACEMENT – MOFFAT PIPE, INC. CHANGE ORDER #1 – APPROVED
The City currently has a contract with Moffat Pipe, Inc. for the Oakwood Avenue Sewer Replacement Project, consisting of replacing approximately 2200 linear feet of 8” sewer line. Change Order #1 is an addition of $295,018 for the relocation on a portion of sewer line discovered beneath a residential property (outside of the easement); additional rock excavation in excess of the original estimated unit quantity; and addition of replacing the existing water line due to location near the sewer line and its deteriorated condition (beyond the useful life). Funds are available in account 320-5210-792020-975-CIP01-90190000, 325-5210-792020-975-CIP01-84680000.
Contract History:
Original contract amount $319,326
Amendment #1 295,018
New Contract Amount $614,344
Recommendation: Authorize Change Order #1with Moffat Pipe, Inc. in the amount of $295,018. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
BOOSTER PUMP STATION IMPROVEMENTS – CENTURION CONTRACTING – CHANGE ORDER #2 - APPROVED
The City currently has a contract with Centurion Construction Company, Inc. for the Booster Pump Station Improvements, consisting of upgrades to the Wade Avenue, North Hills, and Pullen Park Booster Pump Stations. Change Order #2 is an addition of $241,398 for electrical and piping changes for the facilities. Funds are available in the project accounts.
Contract History:
Original contract amount $2,511,460
Amendment #1 71,951
Amendment #2 241,398
New Contract Amount $2,824,809
Recommendation: Authorize Change Order # 2 with Centurion Construction Company, Inc. for the amount of $241,398. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
WENDELL PRIORITY SEWER REHABILITATION – MOFFAT CHANGE ORDER #6 – APPROVED
The City currently has an agreement with Moffat Pipe, Inc. for the Wendell Priority Sewer Rehabilitation. Change Order #6, in the amount of $275,000, is intended to be the final change order to cover additional costs due to ongoing emergency sanitary sewer and stormwater repairs.
In early September, it was discovered that the stormwater culvert underneath a 36-inch sewer line near West Drewry Lane was beginning to fail. Complete failure of this stormwater culvert pipe would have caused the failure of the sewer line and ultimately a large Sanitary Sewer Overflow directly into Crabtree Creek. At the same time, it was discovered that the stormwater pipe beneath West Drewry Lane was also beginning to fail. West Drewry Lane was closed because failure of this pipe would have certainly caused road failure as well.
To prevent the possible failures, the Public Utilities and Public Works departments collaborated on a solution and engaged Moffat Pipe, Inc., to complete emergency repairs. Previous change orders for this contract were approved October 16, 2012 and January 2, 2013. Ongoing challenges related to the sanitary sewer stabilization caused the work to be more costly and time consuming than originally anticipated. Work on the site is very near completion, and staff expects this to be the last request for additional funds related to this emergency repair.
Contract History:
Original Contract $2,157,757
Change Order #1 113,680
Change Order #2 140,353
Change Order #3 650,396
Change Order #4 550,000
Change Order #5 296,595
Change Order #6 275,000
New Contract Total $4,183,780
Recommendation: Approve Change Order #6 with Moffat Pipe, Inc. in the amount of $275,000. Transfer will be handled administratively. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes.
TRANSFERS – VARIOUS – ORDINANCE ADOPTED
The agenda presented recommended transfers in Information Technology relating to mobile data computer units for the Fire Department and in the Public Utilities Department to provide funding for additional professional services associated with organizational optimization and employee leadership and development components of the Public Utilities Strategic plan. He agenda outlined the code accounts involved in the transfers.
Recommendation.: Approval of the transfers as outlined. Uphold on consent agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes. See Ordinance 162 TF 203.
WATER LINE REPLACEMENT - 2011 PROJECT #3 – BID AWARDED TO CENTURION CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
Pursuant to advertisement as required by law, bids were received and opened on February 12, 2013 for the 2011Water Line Replacement #3 Project. Centurion Construction Company, Inc. submitted the low unit price, base bid for a total amount of $1,339,290. SDMWOB participation is 15%.
• Second bidder – Moffat Pipe, Inc. - $1,715,444
• Third bidder – Pipe Line Utilities, Inc. - $1,825,400
Recommendation: Approve the low bid of Centurion Construction Company, Inc. for total contract amount of $1,339,290. Funds are available in account 320 5210 792020 975 CIP01 84680000. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Week – 8 ayes.
TRAFFIC – MATERIAL LOADING ZONE ON MARTIN STREET – APPROVED – ORDINANCE ADOPTED
It is recommended that a Material Loading Zone be established on the south side of Martin Street beginning 25 feet east of Bloodworth Street and extending 25 feet eastward. A request for a loading zone was received from Bryan Regan Photography located at 400 East Martin Street.
Recommendation: Approve as recommended and authorize the appropriate changes in the traffic code as included in the agenda packet. Upheld on Consent Agenda Odom/Weeks – 8 ayes. See Ordinance 163.
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
CRITICAL PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY – CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK – APPROVED
At the December 4, 2012 meeting, Council approved solicitation of qualifications for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) services for the proposed Critical Public Safety Facility. The recommendation to use the CMAR process was based upon the following considerations:
• The complex nature of the required technology
• Associated coordination of multiple trades
• Potential for controlling costs provided by this project delivery method
• Minimization of conflicts
• Provides the most expeditious implementation of the project
In accordance with previous Council authorization, a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for CMAR services was advertised and released to interested parties on December 17, 2012. Four responses were received on January 18, 2013 and all responding teams were interviewed on February 18, 2013. The teams were evaluated with regards to multiple criteria and the top two teams are as follows:
• Clancy & Theys Construction Company/ Balfour Beatty Construction, A Joint Venture
• Skanska USA Building Inc. – Barnhill Contracting Company, A Joint Venture Partnership
Recommendation: Authorize staff to enter into negotiations, in accordance with standard procedures, with the Clancy & Theys/Balfour Beatty Joint Venture to provide Construction Manager at Risk Services for the proposed Critical Public Safety Facility. If negotiations prove unsuccessful, authorize negotiations with the next ranked team. The results of these negotiations will be presented to Council for approval.
Ms. Baldwin stated she withdrew this from the Consent Agenda as she needs to be excused from participation in the item as the company she works for is involved. Mr. Gaylord moved that Ms. Baldwin be excused from participation in the matter. His motion was seconded by Mr. Stagner and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
Mr. Odom moved approval of the recommendation as outlined. His motion was seconded by Mr. Stephenson. Mr. Weeks asked about the MWBE goals with City Manager Allen pointing out it was included in the agenda packet, etc. The motion as stated was put to a roll call vote which resulted in all members voting in the affirmative except Ms. Baldwin who was excused from participation in the item. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on a 7-0 vote.
DOWNTOWN BUS FACILITIES – MASTER PLAN – CONTRACT – REFERRED TO BUDGET AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
On February 5, 2013, City Council Authorized the City Manager to negotiate a contract with Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc. to provide professional services associated with the Downtown Bus Facilities Master Plan. The project involves two phases, one associated with the Union Station Multi-Modal Facility, and the other for improvements to the Moore Square Transit Facility. Combining these two phases will provide greater efficiency in coordinating and integrating overall transit services.
The project involves Local, State, and Federal funding sources. Federal requirements include 8% participation from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). Parsons Brinckerhoff is proposing 8% DBE, plus 10.6% SDMWOB, for total minority participation of 18.6%.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Parsons Brinckerhoff, Inc. in the amount of $874,750 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. Funds are appropriated in the following accounts:
Union Station:
810-2211-708900-987-GRT02-74010000 $185,000
810-2211-708900-93313-GRT02-74000101 $239,750
Moore Square Station:
531-2210-792010-975-CIP02-84200300 $450,000
Mr. Stephenson stated he withdrew this from the Consent Agenda pointing out it is a keystone project for the City and he would like to put it in Budget & Economic Development Committee to make sure we have clear direction, program, etc. His motion was seconded by Mr. Crowder. Mayor McFarlane stated without objection the item would be referred to Budget & Economic Development Committee.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
NO REPORT
SPECIAL ITEMS
CP-1(A) – 13/AMENDMENT TO THE 2030 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN – APPROVED IN PART; THREE ITEMS REFERRED BACK TO PLANNING COMMISSION
During the March 5, 2013 Council meeting, the Planning Commission was prepared to make the following recommendation:
This is a request to amend the Future Land Use Map contained within the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
CR-11517 from the Planning Commission recommends that the proposed amendments to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan be recommended for approval and referred to the City Council as revised based on the finding and reasons stated herein.
Mr. Crowder was absent from the meeting and requested the item be deferred and placed on this agenda for consideration.
Mr. Crowder stated he had asked that this be held as he had concern about three items. The first being Item 3.3 – Tryon Road between Wilmington Street and Hammond Road. He pointed out the suggestion is that this area be changed from Neighborhood Mixed to Community Mixed Use. He stated this is contrary to what the area was recommending which was Business, Commercial Services. He pointed out a lot of people were involved, talked about their desire to try to create a walkable community in this area and questioned why this is being recommended to be switched.
Deputy Planning Director Bowers talked about the area between Wilmington Street and Hammond Road being approximately 10 acres. He talked about the designations in the area and the need or the desire for consistency.
Mr. Crowder stated the second area of concern was Item 3-7 – I40 and Wilmington Street pointing out again the community was very engaged in making recommendations. He stated the City is about to start on the corridor study and expressed concern about the southeast quadrant being changed from Office/Research Development being changed. He talked about the growth in the area and what he and the neighborhood felt would be more appropriate.
Mr. Crowder pointed out the last area of concern relates to Item 3.12 – Western Boulevard, stating he is not sure whether this should be Office/Research or Moderate Density Residential.
Mr. Crowder stated other than those three points he has no problem with the amendments. Mr. Gaylord moved approval of CP-1(A) – 13 as recommended with the exception of items 3.3 – Tryon Road, Item 3.7-I40/Wilmington Street and Item 3.12-Western Boulevard and asked that those three be referred back to the Planning Commission for further study. His motion was seconded by Mr. Crowder and put to a vote which passed unanimously. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. See Resolution 736.
REZONING Z-1-13 – JONES FRANKLIN ROAD – HELD AT TABLE
During the March 5, 2013 Council meeting, the Planning Commission was prepared to make the following recommendation:
This is a request to rezone property from Residential-4 to Office and Institution-1 Conditional Use.
CR-11520 from the Planning Commission recommends approval based on the finding and reasons stated herein, that the request be approved in accordance with zoning and conditions dated February 25, 2013.
Mr. Crowder was absent from the meeting and requested the item be deferred and placed on this agenda for consideration.
Mr. Crowder stated he did not see any conditions and talked about all of the other rezoning in this area as it relates to the building being up front or next to the street. He suggested that this be held until the next meeting to see if the applicant wanted to add conditions. Without objections it was agreed to hold the item and place it on the April 2, agenda.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY MANAGER
SOLAR WASTE COLLECTION SYSTEM – PILOT PROJECTS – REPORT RECEIVED
The Solar Waste Collection System pilot project, a grant-funded investment to install 45 solar-powered trash compactor and recycling stations manufactured by Big Belly Solar, is saving significant City resources including staff time, equipment use and fuel consumption. Installations began in the Glenwood South district, and have continued to include locations along Fayetteville Street, Hillsborough Street, downtown hotspots, Chavis and Baileywick Parks, and the Neuse River Greenway.
Due to the increased capacity and fullness alert notifications, operational costs of the Solid Waste Services department to collect public waste on Glenwood South and Fayetteville Street (using 23 of the stations) have decreased from an estimated $52,900 annually to $1,700.
Data from this first widespread public recycling pilot project indicates that 73% of the total waste volume collected to date (July 2012 to February 2013) consists of recyclables with very little contamination, an amount that is 13% more than any other jurisdiction using the system. Much of this success is attributable to the partnership with the Clean is Green Raleigh educational campaign, co-sponsored with the Downtown Raleigh Alliance.
Recommendation: Receive as information.
Senior Sustainability Technician Jin Baker talked about the big belly solar pilot projects which included sidewalk waste and recycling stations. She talked about the targeted areas which included Glenwood Avenue, Fayetteville Street Downtown, two parks and the Neuse River Greenway. She stated they formed many partnerships with various stakeholders and the installation of the big belly solar stations begin in 2012. She talked about the partnerships with various stakeholders. She presented the Council with a video featuring Solid Waste Services Assistant Director Phillip White and Glenwood South Business Owner Niall Hanley. She stated this video is on display at the big belly solar home office in Boston. The video gave before and after comparisons on various locations, outlined the number of collections required prior to utilization of the big belly solar facilities and after including number of cans, number of weekly collections, time and annual collection cost.
Mr. White gave information on the reduced service cost, reduced use of equipment, the fact that we have more income from recyclable materials, less trash in the street, the fact that people like the stations, trash is enclosed thereby making a better and cleaner appearance, talked about the increased amount of recyclable material, the clean data tracking, how the systems work, etc.
Mr. Crowder asked about the maintenance or if there had been any cost analysis with Mr. White pointing out at this point there has been no maintenance issues, there was one battery that had to be replaced and that was replaced with a simple motorcycle battery from a local battery store. The cost per unit was talked about.
Ms. Baker indicated they plan to develop business cases for expanded installations of the big belly stations in the downtown area, transit stops, parks and greenway. They also hope to have a vendor at an upcoming Council meeting to talk about how to move forward with additional installations, funding mechanisms, etc.
Mr. Weeks asked about the utilization at transit stops with Ms. Baker pointing out they have been working with Mike Kennon of the Transportation Department to develop a pilot project on one transit route. The report was received without further comment.
PRE-BUDGET WORK SESSION – ANNOUNCED
City Manager Allen reminded Council members of the upcoming pre-budget work session scheduled for April 1 at 4:00 p.m. He stated in addition the Council needs to be thinking about a date for the capital CIP work session some time in May. The comments were received.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE PARKS, RECREATION AND GREENWAY ADVISORY BOARD
BARWELL ROAD COMMUNITY PARK SYSTEM INTEGRATION PLAN – APPROVED
Following approval of the Southeast Raleigh Tennis Center in 2012, staff has proceeded with the System Integration Plan (SIP) for the undeveloped portion of the Barwell Road Community Park. The 54-acre site was purchased in 2001 and developed cooperatively with the Wake County Public School System as a site to house both an elementary school and a Community Center. The western portion of the park property is the location of the new Southeast Raleigh Tennis Center. The undeveloped eastern portion was the primary subject of the SIP. Oversight for the SIP was provided by the Parks Committee of the Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board. At the February meeting, the Board recommended forwarding the report to Council for consideration and approval.
Recommendation: Approve the Barwell Road Community Park SIP
Mark Turner, Chairperson of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board, explained the process the SIP has gone though including presentation to the Southeast and the South CAC, Parks Committee and the full Board. He stated the full board unanimously recommends approval of the proposal.
Melissa Salter indicated this would be the 7th adopted SIP for the City pointing out there are several waiting in the wings. She stated the SIP for each park is site specific however the process for development is the same. She talked about the purpose of the SIP which includes documenting site conditions including cultural resources, developing a baseline inventory for the future development of the park and developing an interim management process so that we can take care of our resources and review park classifications.
Ms. Salter went over the process to develop an SIP including the public process from development of the draft plan until it gets to City Council. Once an SIP is approved then the City can start to implementation.
Ms. Salter indicated the Barwell Road Community Park contain some 54.47 acres and is located in southeast Raleigh. It will have a greenway running through the park that connects to the Walnut Creek and Neuse River Greenways. She explained the property was purchased in 2001 and explained the construction of the Barwell Road Elementary School, community center, fire department and the fact that in 2012 the City Council approved moving forward with a regional tennis center in this location. She talked about the eastern portion of the park which remains mostly undeveloped and how the property was evaluated under the Nature Preserve category. She talked about the multi-joint use agreements for the property, the fact that it has a lot of active floodplain land, and highlighted the executive summary showing. She talked about the interim management recommendations which are in three categories safety, environment and property issues. The highlighted recommendations include removal of debris, cooperation with Public Utilities to remove all silt fence material and facilitate wildlife movement and posting no trespassing signs on the undeveloped portions. She indicated their research or evaluation under the Nature Preserve guidelines did not produce any significant areas under those guidelines therefore they recommend that it remain classified as a community park. She talked about water filtration, wildlife value, etc. and presented various photographs. She indicated their interim management recommendations include property markers, signs with contact information in case there are problems in the park, removing debris piles, removing old silt fences to facilitate wild life movement, posting of no trespassing signs, etc. She stated they will continue the inventory to add information as found.
Mr. Crowder pointed out it seem that there was a lot of rock out problems with Ms. Salter pointing out there are some areas of rock. She stated they had a geologist to look at some of the photographs of those areas and it is felt some of the problems relate to previous human disturbances.
Mr. Stephenson moved approval. His motion was seconded by Mr. Weeks and put to a vote which passed unanimously. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
REQUEST AND PETITIONS OF CITIZENS
UNFIT BUILDING – 2209 POOLE ROAD – 60 DAY EXTENSION GRANTED
Hurbert and Floretta, King, 2209 Poole Road, were at the meeting to request an extension of time in order to make repairs to their property at 2209 Poole Road. Ms. King talked about how they have begin to clean up the front yard and back yard and neighbors unauthorized use of the property by parking cars and doing auto repair business, a tenant who hadn’t paid for 12 months, the eviction process and how they are working to get the money to take care of the repairs. It was pointed out there was a fire next door which melted the siding on their house. He talked about how they had spent over $27,000 upgrading, etc. they want to keep the property and continue to live in it but they just need additional time. It was pointed out a lot of fines and fees have been added and talked about the financial burden of the repairs and the fines.
Housing Inspector Glover indicated this was before the City Council in February. The deed to the property had been purchased by an out of town investor and they had requested a 12-month extension. Mr. Glover stated he thought the property owners were trying to work out something with the note holder and explained the condition of the property when it previously came before the Council. He stated Mr. & Mrs. King has secured the property, cut the grass, cleaned the yard and explained it is occupied. He explained the note holder acquired a package of notes and the property owners are just trying to save the situation. He stated if there is no extension the city would move forward with the demolition. He stated he thinks the repairs can be made if they would begin the work pointing out they did do some work over the weekend. Mr. Weeks moved a 60-day extension. His motion was seconded by Mr. Odom. Mr. King questioned if the fees would still be applied with the Council telling him to get the work done and that could be considered later. The motion as stated was put to a roll call vote which resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
UNFIT BUILDING – 523 HILLTOP DRIVE – 90-DAY EXTENSION GRANTED
Claude R. Trotter, Jr. was at the meeting to request a 90 day extension in order to complete repairs at 523 Hilltop Drive. He stated he is working on the inside and explained he had received several extensions.
Housing Inspector Glover pointed out the City has been working with the case since November of 2011. There have been several extensions granted. He stated staff was unable to get inside on a recent visit to see what has been done but pointed out repairs have been made on the outside. It is vacant and secure.
Mr. Odom moved approval of the 90-day extension as long as the property remains secure. His motion was seconded by Mr. Weeks and put to a roll call vote which resulted in all members in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
SOLID WASTE CODE VIOLATION – 708 GROVE AVENUE – REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF PENALTIES – NO ACTION TAKEN
Vaughn Adams representing the Elizabeth C. Nowell family limited partnership, stated this relates to a trash can at the curb violation. He stated his client had always had a property manager but this particular unit became vacant and is up for sale. He stated in September and October he went out to check and there was not a trash container at the curb; however, he did not check to see if there was one on the property. He stated they have now received what is considered a third violation but they had no record of the first two letters. He stated after they received this letter, he went out and found a container at the curb and moved the container. He stated he checked again over the weekend and it was still in the back yard. He stated since the first two violation notices were not received, he is requesting that the administrative fee and the civil fees be waived. He stated he made this request to Marion Staley but the request was designed.
Marion Staley in response to questions from the Mayor, gave the breakdown starting with of the time line of the violation letters. It was pointed out the administrative fee is $100 and civil penalties are $250. Mayor McFarlane stated based on the time line evidently no one checked on the property for a month. Mr. Adams pointed out they did have a management company but that is no longer the situation. Mr. Stagner stated if no one lives at the unit he would question why the trash can was even there with Mr. Adams stating he did not know why the trash can was there. Mr. Staley indicated the City doesn’t remove containers when the property becomes vacant. Mr. Crowder talked about the problems in this general area with Mr. Gaylord stating the container may have been put at the curb by a neighbor who needed additional volume with Mr. Crowder pointing out it is the property owner’s responsibility. Mr. Gaylord stated as he understands this is the first problem therefore he would be willing to waive the civil and administrative fees and so moved. His motion was seconded by Ms. Baldwin and put to a vote with Ms. Baldwin and Mr. Gaylord voting in the affirmative and the rest of the Council voting in the negative. The Mayor ruled the motion defeated on a 2-6 vote.
Ms. Baldwin moved waiving the administrative fee. Her motion was seconded by Mr. Gaylord and a roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes – 4 (Baldwin/Gaylord/McFarlane/Stephenson); Noes – 4 (Crowder, Weeks, Odom, Stagner). The Mayor ruled the motion defeated on a 4-4 vote therefore no action was taken on the request to waive the fines and fees.
WATER FLUORIDATION – REQUEST TO STOP ADDING SODIUM FLUORIDE – COMMENTS RECEIVED
Shane Bullis, 1349 Garden Crest Circle; indicated he was before the Council to try to raise the Council’s awareness, of the problems with fluoride in water. He stated he grew up on well water and at the age of twenty, he first experienced sickness and wanted to know what was wrong and it was determined it occurred when he moved to the city where there was fluoride in the water. He pointed out if one goes and buys tropical fish and puts them in an aquarium filled with tap water, fish will die. He told of problems of horse breeders in Colorado when they switched from well water to water system with fluoride causing the horses to die. He talked about a friend whose children became sick when she switched from breast feeding to providing them tap water. He read an article talking about the dangers and the various studies stating he is just trying to spread awareness with the problems. The comments were received.
TRAFFIC CALMING – NORTHBROOK DRIVE – COMMENTS RECEIVED
Neal C. Harrington, 4830 North Hills Drive, talked about what he called a major disaster that has occurred with the City installing minor traffic calming speed humps on Northbrook Drive. He talked about the process pointing out only the persons who live on the street are notified therefore no input from the surrounding neighborhood which is impacted. He provided information on the City’s process and presented information put out by the City dated April 3, 2012 outlining the 2011 traffic calming minor projects. He stated the traffic calming program indicates streets with volume in excess of 4,000 vehicles per day or designated as primary emergency response routes by the Raleigh Fire Department staff shall not be considered for treatment with Type 2 vertical deflection device. He talked about the road count listed in a 2010 traffic calming minor projects listing which shows the various criteria and the points received. He stated he went to Fire Station 9 the closest station and they are not in favor of these type devices and they do not know what is meant by a “primary emergency response route”. The stated he feels the City should follow their own procedure. He feel some one was just too anxious to implement this program and since the City violated its own rules he would ask that the three speed tables or humps on Northbrook be removed. The comments were received with no action taken.
GREATER RALEIGH MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION – BUYING LOCALLY IMPACT – RECEIVED; REFERRED TO TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
Jennifer Martin, Greater Raleigh Merchant Association, was at the meeting to make a presentation on local economic study conducted showing the impact of buying locally on the local economy. She indicated 13 independent and locally owned retailers participated in the local study. Collectively these retailers returned a total of 51.1 % of all revenue to the local economy. She presented charts showing the participants, comparison with four major national retail chains which calculate an average of 13.6 % of all revenue within the local markets that host its stores. She talked about the survey, how it was conducted, why this study was conducted, pointing out the shop locally program shows the positive impact on our community and asked all to do what they could to encourage people to shop locally in Raleigh. She talked about the Brewgaloo 2013 which is scheduled for April 27, and explained a number of local groups that will be participating.
Various Council members talked about the importance of supporting and helping local businesses. How to grow the program was discussed with it being agreed to refer the item to Technology and Communication Committee to see if there is anything the City can do to help get the message out to the public.
MATTERS SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING
ANNEXATION – THE VILLAGE AT TOWNE CENTER AND FOX ROAD PROPERTIES – HEARING – TO BE PLACED ON APRIL 2, AGENDA
This was a hearing to consider the following petitioned annexations. If following the hearing the Council wishes to proceed with the annexations, it would be appropriate to adopt ordinances annexing the properties effective March 19, 2013 and adoption of a resolution placing the properties in the appropriate electoral districts.
Location Electoral District
The Village at Town Center B
Fox Road, LLC B
The Mayor opened the hearing on each case and no one asked to be heard. Mr. Odom moved approval of the annexations as presented. Mayor McFarlane suggested that the City hold this for two weeks and see the outcome of House Bill 150. Without objection it was agreed that the item would be placed on the April 2 agenda for further consideration.
SEWER EASEMENT EXCHANGE – 3102 CRANDON – RESOLUTION ADOPTED
This was a hearing to consider exchanging sewer easements related to 3102 Crandon according to terms outlined in Resolution 2013-730 adopted on March 5, 2013. The Mayor opened the hearing. No one asked to be heard thus the hearing was closed. Mr. Stephenson moved adoption of a resolution authorizing the exchange as outlined in Resolution 2013-730. His motion was seconded by Mr. Weeks and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. See Resolution 737.
UNFIT BUILDING DEMOLITION – VARIOUS LOCATIONS – ORDINANCE ADOPTED
This was a hearing to adopt an Ordinance authorizing the demolition of the unfit buildings as listed below and pursuant to the provisions of Section 10-6127(d) of the City Code if the repairs necessary to render the dwellings fit for human habitation are not completed within ninety days. The Mayor opened the hearing on each location.
|LOCATION & DISTRICT |PROPERTY OWNER |TAX ID NO. |VACATED & CLOSED |
|2513 Bedford Avenue (D) |Nancy Shepard, Heirs c/o Richard |0063756 |October 6, 2011 |
| |Shepard | | |
A gentleman who indicated he is part of the family pointed out this is heir property. They are trying to get the building fixed and sell it. They are going to try to make the repairs within the 90-day period. Housing Inspector Glover indicated it is vacant. He stated staff is requesting a 90-day ordinance therefore the property owner could hopefully comply and get the matter settled within that time, that is, there will be a 90-day period before any action is taken. No one else asked to be heard. Mr. Crowder moved adoption of the ordinance as requested. His motion was seconded by Mr. Weeks and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. See Ordinance 164.
|LOCATION & DISTRICT |PROPERTY OWNER |TAX ID NO. |VACATED & CLOSED |
| | | | |
|911 East Edenton Street (C) |Yosef Hefetz |0064724 |October 26, 2010 |
|525 Haywood Street (C) |Ronald Jenkins, Sr. & Cathey Jenkins |0003964 |July 20, 2011 |
|1205 Pender Street (C) |Earl H. Thorpe & Frederick G. Scott II|0070636 |April 7, 2011 |
No one asked to be heard on any item. Mr. Odom moved adoption of the ordinance as outlined. His motion was seconded by Mr. Stephenson and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. See Ordinance 164.
PUBLIC NUISANCE COST CONFIRMATION – VARIOUS LOCATIONS – HEARING – RESOLUTION ADOPTED
This was a hearing to consider the adoption of a resolution confirming the charges for the abatement of public nuisances as a lien against the property as listed below:
|LOCATION & DISTRICT |PROPERTY OWNER |TAX ID NO. |COST OF ABATEMENT |
|5629 Continental Way (C) |Joseph E. Boone |0147598 |$505 |
|1712 Dallas Street (C) |Ondrea L. Pollard |0055974 |$350 |
|203 Parkland Road (D) |G. H. Holmes |0032548 |$525 |
|220 Saint Mary’s Street (D) |Sedgewood, LLC |0227748 |$300 |
|2805 Wyncote Drive (D) |Keith & Shonta Reese |0059802 |$310 |
The Mayor opened the hearing on each location. No one asked to be heard thus the hearing was closed. Mr. Crowder moved the adoption of the resolution confirming charges as outlined. His motion was seconded by Mr. Stephenson and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. See Resolution 738.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF BUDGET & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
NO REPORT
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING COMMITTEE
NO REPORT
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
PRIVILEGE LICENSE – REVENUE ENHANCEMENT CONTRACT WITH MUNI SERVICES – AUTHORIZED – BUDGET AMENDED
Chairperson Baldwin reported the Law and Public Safety Committee recommends authorizing the City Manager to execute a privilege license discovery services contract with MuniServices and authorization of the following budget amendment:
The following accounts should be increased by:
Revenue Account:
100-0000-523200-000 Privilege License $500,000
Expense Account:
100-1620-703900-161 Contractual Services - Other $500,000
The Committee also recommends that special care be given to all correspondence as it should be formatted to be business friendly.
On behalf of the Committee, Ms. Baldwin moved the recommendation be upheld. Her motion was seconded by Mr. Stephenson. Mr. Odom had questions about the contract wanting to make sure the City is not talking about increasing the fee. A roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote. See Ordinance 162 TF 203.
EMPLOYEE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE – WITHDRAWN FROM LAW AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE; REPORT REQUESTED
Ms. Baldwin pointed out there is an item pending in the Law and Public Safety Committee entitled “Employee Grievance Procedure.” She stated people showed up at the last committee meeting thinking the committee was hearing a specific grievance. She stated she had also received emails from people who think the committee will be discussing a specific case. Ms. Baldwin stated she feels everyone will be better served if the item is removed from the agenda, brought back to the table and ask staff to prepare a report for all Council members to hear. The report would be on the actual grievance procedure so that the Council can make adjustments if they feel that is appropriate. She stated she feels there is as lot of confusion and no matter what is on the committee agenda, people will show up at the committee meeting thinking that they can hear or talk about a particular grievance. She stated keeping the item in committee could end up with the committee over stepping its boundaries and she is just not comfortable with proceeding this way. She stated she would like clarification from the City Attorney on the role that the City Council plays in employee grievances.
City Attorney McCormick indicated the City Council does not have any direct role in any individual grievances as that is in the City Manager’s responsibility. He stated however the Council does set the grievance policy and he thinks that is what Ms. Baldwin is saying; that is, remove the item from the committee agenda bring it back to the Council table and ask the City Manager and the Human Resources Director to give the Council a report on exactly what and how the City’s grievance procedure works. Ms. Baldwin agreed that would be her motion and she would like to add to that request an outline on the City’s policy on attendance for members of the Civil Service Commission. Whether a motion is needed was talked about, Ms. Baldwin moved that the item be withdrawn from the Law and Public Safety Committee, bring it back to the table, ask staff to compile a report including attendance records of the Civil Service Commission and how long it takes for a grievance to get through the City’s procedure to the Civil Service Commission. Mr. Stephenson seconded the motion. Mr. Stephenson asked to make a friendly amendment and that is, to ask the Civil Service Commission members if they would like to offer their comments on how they see the process, whether it works, doesn’t work, or any recommendations. Whether the Civil Service Commission should be involved as individuals and concerns about asking Commission members to make comments was talked about. Whether to ask the Civil Service Commission to make comments as a group or individually was also talked about.
City Attorney McCormick indicated the Civil Service Commission is the end of the process and it is a group created by General Statute and the statute outlines how the members get appointed, what their duties and responsibilities are. He stated he thinks what the Council is more interested in seeing is the City’s internal grievance procedure, that is, how it gets from the employee to the department level all the way up to the City Manager’s level with Mr. Crowder stating he also would like to know how long it takes before it gets to the Civil Service Commission. Whether there would be any public input or comments received from people who have gone through the process was talked about. Whether the Council wanted to request comments from the Civil Service Commission as a group or individuals was talked about.
Ms. Baldwin stated she feels we should just get the report and if the Council feels it needs to go to Committee for further study, that could be done at that point. We need to get the report from staff and see if the Council feels any adjustments are needed. In response to questions, Ms. Baldwin stated she does not feel it is appropriate to ask for recommendations from the Commission as she feels it may put undue pressure on them. If we need comments from people who have gone through the process was talked about. Mayor McFarlane stated she feels it is best to get a report from administration on the internal process, what a grievance goes through in the internal process then the Council would have a better idea as to what questions to ask or if there are questions to ask. The Council needs to understand the preliminary process first. Mr. Crowder stated it would be good to have some examples that show how a complaint goes through the process. Mayor McFarlane referred back to what the City Attorney said and that is, just get a report from administration on the internal grievance process from the employee to the City Manager.
City Attorney McCormick again indicated the City’s internal grievance procedure ends with the City Manager’s review of the case. City Council has no role in that. He pointed out Raleigh is one of the few cities in the State that has as Civil Service Commission. Most of the other towns and cities in the State have a grievance procedure and once the city manager or the town manager makes a decision, that is the end of the process. He stated however, a number of years ago the Raleigh City Council requested a local bill to get a civil service commission. It is a quasi-judicial body that has its own rules, bylaws, and so forth. He stated what he would recommend is that the City Council begin by getting a thorough understanding of what the internal procedure is so that if a city employee, whether that be a truck driver, equipment operator or police offices, has any kind of grievance, how that grievance works its way up through the process to the City Manager. He stated once the Council understands that procedure, then it may want to look at how it gets calendared before the Civil Service Commission, etc. In response to questioning, City Manager Allan stated he would be responsible from making sure the report is done and provided to Council. It was pointed out we now have a Human Resources Director and he could assist with preparation or the report. Mayor McFarlane stated there is a motion and second as with the understanding the motion would be as outlined by the City Attorney. The motion as stated was put to a vote which resulted in all members voting on the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
The City Clerk stated as she understands the Council wants to hold the item at the table but questioned if there is a specific timeline. Mayor McFarlane stated it could be placed on the agenda when the City Manager is ready to make the report.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
CROSSWALK – CHAPANOKE ROAD AND SOUTH WILMINGTON STREET – DIRECTION GIVEN
Chairperson Weeks reported the Public Works Committee recommends installing the entire missing sidewalk along both sides of Chapanoke Road from Ileagnes Road to Wilmington Street Service Road. This would allow the installation of pedestrian signals and crosswalks along all four legs of the Wilmington Street/Chapanoke Road intersection. Sidewalk connection and bus stop improvements to the existing CAT stop on Wilmington Street are also included. It is understood the total estimated cost for the project is $280,000 with funding available from the 2011 Transportation bonds. A map outlining the proposed improvements was included in the agenda packet. On behalf of the Committee, Mr. Weeks moved the recommendation be upheld. His motion was seconded by Mr. Crowder and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
TRAFFIC – CROSSWALK WAKEFIELD PINES DRIVE/OLD FALLS OF NEUSE ROAD – DIRECTION GIVEN
Chairperson Weeks reported the Public Works Committee recommends upholding staff’s recommendation to install an additional pedestrian sign on Wakefield Pines Drive and to re-stripe the existing crosswalks at Old Falls of Neuse Road and Wakefield Pines Drive. A sample rendering of the proposed pedestrian sign was included in the agenda packet. On behalf of the Committee, Mr. Weeks moved the recommendation be upheld. His motion was seconded by Mr. Crowder and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
OPEN DATA STRATEGIC AND TIME LINE – PRESENTATION TO BE MADE TO COUNCIL
Chairperson Gaylord reported the Technology and Communication Committee received an update on work on the City’s open data strategy and timeline and recommends that the item be removed from the agenda. The Committee also requests that Administration arrange for a similar presentation at a regular City Council meeting. On behalf of the Committee, Mr. Gaylord moved the recommendation be upheld. He stated staff made a great presentation at the committee and pointed out the data roll out was on Friday and he looks forward to the presentation to Council. His motion was seconded by Ms. Baldwin and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
REPORT OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES – INFORMATION REQUESTED
Mr. Odom pointed out we have a number of parks and recreation facilities in neighborhoods and stated he has heard that the neighbors can only use those facilities so many times during the year. He questioned the policy of utilization of our centers, how many facilities are being used by neighborhood groups, talked about the Shamrock Meadows/Northshore group and asked for a general report on how facilities are programmed.
POLICE DEPARTMENT GRADUATION – COMMENTS RECEIVED
Mr. Weeks stated he attended the recent graduation of the Raleigh Police academy. He stated he was very impressed with the group, the ceremony, etc.
COUNCILOR STAGNER – VARIOUS COMMENTS – RECEIVED
Mr. Stagner talked about the donation of bike racks and the work of Architecture for Humanity. He stated it was a very nice gesture, the bike racks are unique to the City and expressed appreciation for the work and the bike racks.
Mr. Stagner expressed appreciation to the Public Utilities Department pointing out he recently had an opportunity to tour the EM Johnson plant, look at work being done along Crabtree Creek at New Bern Avenue, and the work at Drewry Lane. He stated the employees do amazing work and commended all for a job well done.
IRAQ WAR – MOMENT OF SILENCE OBSERVED
Mr. Stagner pointed out this is the 10th Anniversary of the beginning of the Iraq War. He asked for a moment of silence and appreciation for all involved.
UTILITY WORK – CLARK/OBERLIN ROAD – COMMENTS RECEIVED
Mr. Stephenson expressed appreciation to staff and Moffitt Utilities for the good information and public communication relating to their work on the sewer replacement at Clark/Oberlin Road. He stated they were very good in providing information to the public and surrounding neighborhood.
COMPIEGNE FRANCE – NAMING OF ROUNDABOUT – REFERRED TO ADMINISTRATION
Mayor McFarlane indicated our Sister City Compiegne, France has dedicated and named a huge roundabout for the City of Raleigh. She asked about the possibility of the City of Raleigh naming one of its roundabouts for Compiegne, France. The item was referred to the Administration.
– PUBLIC AWARENESS – REFERRED TO TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
Mr. Crowder talked about a technology app – . He talked about utilization of the site and briefly explained the site and what one would find. He talked about the possibility of getting the message out so the public could utilize the app. Without further discuss, the item was referred to Technology and Communication Committee.
TRANSIT PLAN – WAKE COUNTY – INFORMATION REQUESTED
Ms. Baldwin pointed out Forbes Magazine has just named Raleigh the fastest going metro area in America. She pointed out the City and others have adopted the Wake County Transit Plan and since that was created, things have changed quite a bit particularly in the North Hills area. She talked about discussion relative to the Six Forks Circulator and the position that have been taken on that. She asked that Administration relook at the plan for North Hills area, look at the work being done on the Six Forks Corridor Plan to determine if the development in those areas warrants a change in the plan; therefore, she is asking Transit Administrator Eatman and the appropriate people to relook at the Wake County Transit Plan with an eye toward potential modification in the North Hills area.
Mayor McFarlane pointed out the Council did look at a circulator for North Hills and Crabtree. She talked about what has been funded. After brief discussion Council asked the staff to look at what is funded in the transit plan for those areas and make recommendations on change if needed.
APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENTS – VARIOUS ACTIONS TAKEN
The City Clerk reported the following results of the ballot vote.
Arts Commission – One Vacancy – Mr. Crowder nominated Matt McConnell.
Housing Appeals Board – One Vacancy – No nominees
Human Relations Commission – One Vacancy – Mr. Crowder nominated Connie Kladarus
Planning Commission – One Vacancy – The City Clerk pointed out Mr. Stephenson had nominated Rodney Swink but she thought his name was being withdrawn. Mr. Stephenson stated that is correct he had talked to Mr. Swink and he is withdrawing his name at this time but he hopes the Council will consider Mr. Swink for the upcoming opening in June. The City Clerk indicated Ms. Baldwin, Mr. Stephenson and Mr. Gaylord had nominated Eric Braun. Mr. Gaylord moved the Council suspend its rules and appoint Mr. Braun by acclamation. His motion was seconded by Ms. Baldwin and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
Substance Abuse Advisory Commission – One Vacancy – No Nominees
Raleigh Transit Authority Chairperson - Les Sitz received six votes (Crowder, Gaylord, Weeks, Baldwin, Stagner, Stephenson); Kosak – One (Odom)
The appointment of Eric Baun to the Planning Commission and Les Sitz as chairperson of the Transit Authority was announced with the understanding the other items will be carried over to the next meeting.
NOMINATIONS
FAIR HOUSING HEARING BOARD – VACANCY ANNOUNCED
The City Clerk reported she had received a letter of resignation from Jonathan Kappler from the Fair Housing Hearing Board; therefore, there is one vacancy for consideration. No action was taken.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
NO REPORT
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY CLERK
MINUTES – VARIOUS – APPROVED
The City Clerk reported Council members received in their agenda packet copies of the minutes of the February 4, 2013 UDO and March 5, 2013 City Council meeting. Mr. Crowder moved approval as presented. His motion was seconded by Mr. Stephenson and put to a vote which passed unanimously. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted on an 8-0 vote.
CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION – HELD
Mayor McFarlane stated a motion is in order to enter closed session pursuant to GS143-318.11(a)93) and (5) for the purpose of instructing city staff concerning negotiation for acquiring properties in the following area and consulting with the City Attorney: Western Boulevard and Lake Wheeler Road. Mayor McFarlane moved approval of the motion as read. Her motion was seconded by Mr. Stephenson and a roll call vote resulted in all members voting in the affirmative. The Mayor ruled the motion adopted and the Council went into closed session at 3:00 p.m.
The Council reconvened in open session at 4:00 p.m. with the Mayor announcing that the Council received a report from the City Attorney and advised him on a course of action.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS – VARIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE
It was reported the Public Works Committee will not meet on March 23, 2013. The Law and Public Safety Committee will meet at the regular time on March 23 and Technology and Communication Committee will meet at 4:00 p.m. on March 23, 2013.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor McFarlane announced the meeting adjourned at 4:05 p.m.
Gail G. Smith
City Clerk
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