COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS

CITY OF ATTICA

May 12, 2008

 

The Common Council for the City of Attica met on the 12th day of May at the hour of 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.  Those present: Mr. Larry Grant, Mr. Bill Craft, Mr. Larry Askren, Mr. Dale Wilson, Mr. Tom O’Connor, Mr. Deon Swift, and Ms. Sharon Negele. 

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING

Mr. Askren made a motion to approve the minutes of the April 14th council meeting, seconded by Mr. Craft.

 

DEPARTMENT HEADS

Mr. Swift reported that the pool should be open on May 24th.      

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Mr. O’Connor presented the proposed Demolition Ordinance.  He further explained the premise he used was very similar to a building permit.  The ordinance was discussed amongst the council members.  Mr. Grant raised the issue of requiring the request to be published along with a posting.  Mr. Askren stated that he didn’t like the idea and that the government should not be able to tell him whether he can demolish a piece of property he purchased let alone cost anything.  Mr. Swift then opened the discussion to the floor.  Mrs. Scherer asked what would occur if the demolition was being opposed by a citizen.  Mr. O’Connor explained that this ordinance does not address any powers other than a maximum 30 day wait which can be over ridden by the building commissioner due to health and safety reasons.  Mr. Shepherd specifically asked Mr. Askren why he had a problem with a $25 fee when a building permit is required and costs the same initially.  Mr. O’Connor then interjected that he felt there was a significant difference between building a new property versus removing.  Mr. Askren then stated that it wasn’t the money that bothered him but really the idea of government control.  Mr. Swift asked if there was any other discussion necessary and was met with silence.  He then asked for a motion.  Mr. Grant made a motion to read it for the first time.  No one offered to second the motion.  Mr. Askren made a motion to table the ordinance and Mr. Craft seconded. 

 

NEW BUSINESS

Ms. Negele presented a request from the Fountain County Child Services for the city to provide pool passes for needy families.  She suggested to avoid any abuse that the individual requesting a free pass must be on the list provided by the agency and that the policy be reviewed each year by Council.  After a brief discussion the council agreed that we should accommodate this request.

 

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS

Mr. Swift reported that the med shed was in the remodel process with the addition of two bedrooms and doors replaced.  Additionally, it has been noted that there will have to be some electrical work performed due to overloaded breakers and he will also be soliciting a quote on new carpet for the bedrooms from Mr. Roemer.  He also asked in the future if Mrs. Scherer would report any issues that arise that the city needs to address to maintain the building.  Mrs. Scherer stated that she was pleased with the work that the city has funded and would report any issues in the future.  Council has requested Mr. O’Connor to prepare an Ordinance regarding the parking/storage of RV’s, campers, boats etc.  Mr. O’Connor stated that he would have a proposed ordinance for review at the next Council meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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

 

 

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                                                                        Deon H. Swift, II, Mayor

ATTEST:

 

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Sharon Negele, Clerk/Treasurer