COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS

CITY OF ATTICA

August 14, 2006

The Common Council for the City of Attica met on the 14^th day of August at the hour of 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Those present: Mr. Larry Grant, Mr. Harold Burris, Mr. Bill Craft, Mr. Larry Askren, Mrs. Valarie Maus, Mr. Tom O’Connor, Mr. Deon Swift, and Ms. Sharon Negele.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING

Mr. Burris made a motion to approve the minutes of the July 10th council meeting, seconded by Mrs. Maus.

CITIZENS PETITIONS

Mr. Brett Munson addressed the council regarding the city’s application of yellow Do Not Park Paint to the curb in front of his home. He asked why he wasn’t notified of the decision before the paint was applied. Upon being given an explanation of the neighbor’s concern, he stated that there is a 20 M.P.H. speed limit, which should make the concern a non-issue. Mr. Munson also said that he would like to make a motion to have notification of any parking changes and would like the yellow paint to be removed. Mr. Steve Ray was also present to address Mr. Munson’s lost parking. Mr. Swift stated that he would reassess the situation and get back to them either way.

Mr. Fogel approached the council regarding a notice of violation that he received for the hedge to the north of his property. He stated that he would take care of the hedge for now because he believes it is his property. The hedge will be trimmed to 3 feet or less to comply with city ordinance. Mr. Swift thanked him for his cooperation.

Mrs. Anderson approached the council regarding a neighbor’s house that is of concern due to its condition and accessibility to anyone. Ms. Jordan stated that she had already sent notice for some work to occur but she would get with Mr. Snoeberger to further the process.

DEPARTMENT HEADS

Mr. Jean announced that mosquito spraying will occur on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8:30PM to 11:30PM.

Mr. Swift gave Chief Snoeberger a list of vehicles without plates to investigate.

Ms. Jordan has sent several notices to properties requiring corrective action.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Mr. Askren asked for Mr. O’Connor to bring the proposed Swimming pool Ordinance #5 from the table. Mr. Craft seconded the motion, all ayes. Mr. Askren asked for the ordinance to be read the third time and then to adopt. Mr. Craft seconded the motion, all ayes. Mr. O’Connor read Ordinance #5. Mr. Askren sponsored the Ordinance and a roll call was given. The results were 5, 0 in favor. The ordinance just simply states that the City of Attica will now follow state code regarding any issue dealing with pools.

Ms. Negele provided a financial report of the Attica City Court from 2005. This information was provided to help council to make a decision whether to provide riverboat money toward the purchase of a new server and court software. Mr. Burris made a motion to purchase the necessary hardware and software for Attica City Court using the riverboat fund. Mr. Craft seconded the motion, all ayes.

Mr. Swift announced that the Board of Works chose Terminex as the new pest control provider.

NEW BUSINESS

Mr. Swift presented the proposed 2007 Budget and announced the public hearing on the budget would be held at the next council meeting.

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS

Mr. Grant asked that two problem properties be investigated. Mrs. Maus also mentioned several yards that were not being taken care of. Mr. Snoeberger and Ms. Jordan were informed by Mr. Swift to investigate the properties and act accordingly. Mr. Swift wanted to thank all of the volunteers who worked on the yellow petition signature drive.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to come before the council, Mr. Askren made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Mrs. Maus, all ayes.

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Deon H. Swift, II, Mayor

ATTEST:

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Sharon Negele, Clerk/Treasurer