COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS

CITY OF ATTICA

December 11, 2006

 

The Common Council for the City of Attica met on the 11th day of December 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. Maus, Mr. 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 November 13th meeting, seconded by Mrs. Maus.

 

DEPARTMENT HEADS

Mr. Turpin presented a recap of the park and recreation program for 2006.  He reported the following information:  The amount of parks that we have for the size of our city is something the citizens should be very proud of.  The maintenance of the park is mostly accomplished through the available staff and he felt the job done was excellent.  Citizens can also help maintain the parks by picking up trash and reporting vandalism.  Short Stop donates $1,000 each year to help maintain McDonald Park. The Attica/Williamsport Rotary and Attica Foundation is helping to support the building of a bridge in our trail system.  The pool had two co- managers this year.Raeann Martin attended a class and was certified for water and filtration.  This really helped her improve the quality of the pool water.  The pool was open 74 days this season.  Initial attendance was 70 per day and by midsummer 35-40.  Adult usage was up due to the liners helping to keep the water warmer and the water has been cleaner due to a new vacuum and improved education.   Family night attendance was 45-50 people.  The Attica Community center was rented 15 times which resulted in $900 profit.  The concession stand profits were $2,799.  Mr. Swift thanked Mr. Turpin for all of his contributions and expertise and stated that Attica is truly lucky to have a person with an education in Parks and Recreation.

Mrs. Jenny Douglas presented a recap of the summer park program for 2006.  She reported the following information:  The program ran for nine weeks from 8am-12pm.  Every day started with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Parky Pledge.  The initial enrollment was 178 children and the highest daily attendance was 68 with the lowest being 20.  Weekly activities included swimming, movies, visits to the library and many special events and local citizen presentations.  The refreshment money for movie day was donated by the Methodist Thrift shop, C&D Battery and C&D Union.  Other Area businesses that donated product or services were IGA, Pamida, Wabash Valley and Wolf’s Frozen Custard.  The children also participated in a project to show support for the 209th Quartermaster Company over in Iraq by sending decks of cards and artwork.  Mrs. Douglas recommended  cutting the program back to 8 weeks due to the timing of summer school which greatly affects attendance.  Mr. Swift thanked Mrs. Douglas for all of her work, contributions and suggestions.

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Mrs. Maus made a motion to bring from the table and read for a third time Ordinace #10 to create a Downtown Restoration fund.  Mr. Askren seconded.  Mr. O’Connor read the ordinance completely.  Mr. Grant made a motion to adopt and Mr. Askren seconded. Roll call was given 5-0 in favor.

 

 

 

 

 Ms. Negele gave a presentation on the Health Insurance plan that will go into effect January 1st 2007.  The new plan will be a cost savings on premiums for both the City and the employee.  She also gave an explanation on the analysis of the City Insurance that was quoted by both Valley Insurance and Fountain Trust Insurance Agency.  At this time the renewal offered by Valley Insurance provides the best overall coverage and the price has reduced from the previous year by $10,312.

 

NEW BUSINESS

Mr. O’Connor read the Historic Landmarks Grant request for additional monies. The Attica downtown Decoration Committee needs an additional $750 for seasonal decorative flags for downtown.  Mrs. Maus made a motion to approve the matching gift request and Mr. Askren seconded, all ayes.  Mr. Swift thanked Mrs. Alice Rollins and the Christmas committee for all of their help. 

 

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS

Mr. Swift announced that the steel beams for the park footbridge have been received. The first bridge will be built this spring.  Mr. Craft added that if the city could use the boyscouts in any way they would like to help. 

The year end meeting is set for December 28th at 5:00PM. 

Mr. Swift thanked the following for their services:  Council, Department heads, City Attorney and Clerk Treasurer.  He also wished everyone to have a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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

 

 

 

 

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                                                                        Deon H. Swift, II, Mayor

ATTEST:

 

 

 

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Sharon Negele, Clerk/Treasurer