Meeting Minutes

5/14/2007 - Regular Meeting

The Tallapoosa County Commission held its regular meeting May 14, 2007 at the Courthouse in Dadeville, AL at 9:00 a.m. Tallapoosa Publishers was present.

Chairman Coley called the meeting to order.

Public Comments from Citizens:
Rickey B. Hatchett addressed the Commission concerning Andrew Jackson Road. Hatchett presented the Commission with a copy of a map of Andrew Jackson Subdivision. Hatchett stated that the original plans included a cul-de-sac on Andrew Jackson Road, but due to bankruptcy, the cul-de-sac was never completed. Hatchett presented the Commission with a list of signatures of people in support of having the cul-de-sac built. Hatchett stated that the County now owns this specific area originally designated as a cul-de-sac. Hatchett presented pictures showing that the trash company has nowhere to turn around. Hatchett stated that in a few years his children will be attending school and there will be nowhere for the bus to turn around. Several of the lot owners from Andrew Jackson Subdivision attended the meeting and voiced their support of the cul-de-sac. One lot owner addressed the Commission voicing concerns about the cul-de-sac. She wanted the Commission to consider changes that would have the least amount of impact. Chairman Coley stated that he is the Commissioner for that specific district and he would like to review all of the paperwork that Mr. Hatchett presented. Commissioner Allen stated that he fully supports this, but that he understands the problem that this puts on Commissioner Coley and that he will help any way that he can.

Public Comments from Elected Officials:
Larry Scott, Building Inspector addressed the Commission with an update on the Building Department. He stated that the Building Department’s revenues have dropped between 60 and 65 thousand dollars less than they were last year. Scott also stated that Tallapoosa County has a problem with condos. He gave a report on two condos that are not within the codes. Commissioner Allen thanked Larry Scott and Todd Flurry for their work. Commissioner Shaw and Commissioner Tapley also voiced their thanks.

Joe Paul Boone updated the Commission on his work with the East Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission.

Chairman Coley called the roll. All Commissioners were present.

Commissioner Shaw gave the invocation.

Chairman Coley led the Pledge of Allegiance.


Consent Agenda:
Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 9th and April 20th meeting. Commissioner Thweatt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the purchase orders for the Highway Department and warrants for all funds. Commissioner Shaw seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) for Barron’s Bridge Community Store. Commissioner Thweatt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the Lounge Retail Liquor Class II License for Walnut Hill Liquor. Commissioner Thweatt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the Retail Beer (Off Premises Only) for Walnut Hill Liquor. Commissioner Shaw seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the Retail Table Wine (Off Premises Only) for Walnut Hill Liquor. Commissioner Shaw seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to table the appointment to the Board of Equalization. Commissioner Shaw seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Tapley made a motion to salvage police units 185, 188, 198, and 203. Commissioner Shaw seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Shaw made a motion to seek bids for a camera system for the Jail. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Allen made a motion to surplus vehicles 3024 and 3025. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the agreement with ALDOT for project STPNU-6230-200 and STPNU-6201-201 (Lower Tuskegee Road and Girls Ranch Road). Commissioner Thweatt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Shaw made a motion to approve May as “Community Action Agency Month”. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Thweatt made a motion to approve the tax abatement resolution for Wellborn Forest Products. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Shaw made a motion to seek bids for the sale of County property on Semmes Street. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Commissioner Allen made a motion to approve the following leave time transfers:
5.25 hours from Vicki Florine to Tina Tapley
24 hours from Erin McWaters to Crissie Looser
24.85 hours from Nancy Griffin to Tina Tapley
15 hours from Melanie Tapley to Tina Tapley
Commissioner Thweatt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Attachment

Commissioner Allen made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sale the Spec Building to Kwangsung with the condition that the money from the sale of the building goes toward the bond money. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

Old Business:
New Business:

Discussion Items by Commissioners:
Chairman Coley addressed the Commission concerning the Sales Tax Holiday. Chairman Coley stated that County Administrator Blake Beck has some information regarding the tax holiday to present before the Commission votes. Beck stated that the Sales Tax Holiday is the first week in August and it applies to school supplies, clothing, etc. Beck stated that the only tax that the Commission could relieve would be the 1-cent county-wide tax for education. Beck stated that it doesn’t make sense for the County to not collect the educational tax. Beck stated that the Commission did not participate last year and that he recommends that they not participate this year. Commissioner Allen stated that he would like to hear what the County Board of Education thinks before they vote. Beck stated that he spoke with one board member who stated that the Board is not inclined to participate. Commissioner Tapley stated that is seems like more money would be lost than would be gained. Chairman Coley stated that no action will be taken at this time.

Chairman Coley addressed the Commission concerning staggering the terms of Commissioners. Chairman Coley stated that this was recommended by the Financial Committee. Chairman Coley stated that the there is a possibility of one day having an entirely new Commission. Chairman Coley stated that staggering the terms of the Commissioners would prevent this from happening. Commissioner Shaw stated that before they vote, he would like to discuss this with other Commissions to see how they like staggered terms. Commissioner Shaw stated that there could be some benefits but there could be some problems too. Chairman Coley stated that the Commission will have plenty of time to research this and see what options are open to them.

Commissioner Tapley addressed the Commission stating that he received a letter thanking him for the help during the area clean-up. Commissioner Tapley also stated that several people from the fire departments and rescue squads have asked him why they have not received their yearly appropriations. Chairman Coley stated that appropriations have not been sent because the County Administrator needs time to look at the financial situation that the county is in. Commissioner Tapley stated that some appropriations have been sent but not all of them. Chairman Coley stated that he was not aware that some appropriations were sent. Chairman Coley stated that he would look in to it.

Commissioner Allen stated that he has a problem with the Commission meetings. Commissioner Allen stated that he would like for Commission meetings to be opened with a prayer. Commissioner Tapley stated that he agrees with Commissioner Allen. Commissioner Allen stated that he was raised having prayer at the opening of a meeting. Commissioner Shaw also stated that he is in agreement with Commissioner Allen. Chairman Coley stated that he has no problem moving the prayer to the beginning of the meetings.

Announcements:
Chairman Coley stated that the Courthouse will be closed on May 28th in observance of Memorial Day.

Chairman Allen made a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Tapley seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

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