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Regular Council Meeting Invocation given by Councilman Andrews Pledge of Allegiance led by Mayor Harley Welcome Extended to all by Mayor Harley Mayor Harley recognized Police Officer Jimmie Washington. Proclamation “White Cane Week” (J C Cofield): Mayor Harley had asked City Administrator Eidson to read proclamation. City Administrator Patrick Eidson read proclamation into the record. Mayor Harley and Councilmember’s presented proclamation to J C Cofield. J C Cofield stated that he is fortunate that Councilman Smith is a member of the Lions Club. J C Cofield stated that on April 16, 2011 at Wal Mart on Booth Rd April 16, 2011 the Lions Club will be collecting donations for those individuals who need assistance. A copy of the proclamation attached and made part of official documents. Officer of the Year: Mayor Harley and Police Chief Sid Andrews recognized patrol officer Mike Smith as “Officer of the Year”. Chief Andrews presented award to officer Smith and stated that he is not just a valuable asset to the Centerville Police Department but also to the community. Letter attached to and made part of minutes as official document. Mayor Harley recognized Boy Scouts TROOP 400. Adoption of Minutes: Motion by Councilman Smith to adopt both sets of minutes as written; seconded by Councilman Wright. Motion carried.
Old Business 2nd Official Reading: City of Ethics Ordinance: City Attorney Tydings stated this serves as the 2nd official reading /presentation of the revised ethics ordinances. It would be appropriate to entertain motion to adopt as amended ordinance as written. Motion made by Councilman Smith to adopt as Ordinance as written; seconded by Councilman Wright. Motion carried. See Ordinance 2011-1. Resolution City of Ethics: Councilman Smith read resolution and stated a few facts concerning city of ethics. The City of Ethics program was started by GMA in 1998. In 2005 the city of Centerville received the designation as a GMA certified City of Ethics. Councilman Smith stated he is proud that the city is a certified city of ethics. There are 536 total cities in the state of Georgia with only 220 being certified as city of ethics. Councilman Smith read resolution. All documents will be sent to GMA for re-certification in time to meet the April 30th deadline for recognition at the GMA annual conference in Savannah in June. Motion made by Councilman Smith to adopt resolution as written; seconded by Councilman Andrews. Motion carried. See Resolution 2011-2. Mayor Harley stated that he is proud Centerville is a city of ethics. New Business Home Based Businesses Applications:
SAVE Memorandum of Agreement: City Attorney Tydings reported there is a growing concern about immigration specifically illegal immigration. Several pieces of Federal legislation have been enacted and programs started by the Department of Homeland Security. Memorandum of Agreement presented to the Mayor and Council for adoption between Department of Justice and Homeland Security and City of Centerville. This MOA governs the terms of Centerville’s cooperation with program SAVE (Systematic Alien Verification Entitlement). Before anyone can take advantage of benefits offered by the City of Centerville, the City Clerk’s office will do an online inquiry status here in the U.S. There is no action taken by law enforcement if the individual comes back as a “no match found”; however, the individual would be given a fact sheet advising what to do if they believe the information responsive to the query is inaccurate. There is an addendum that is attached to MOA that lists benefits that the City provides that will trigger a query if applied for such as business licenses, permits, etc. City Attorney Tydings has reviewed MOA. City Attorney Tydings and City Clerk Bedingfield have participated in webinar training. The City must budget a minimum of $300.00 per fiscal year to cover the cost of system queries. Motion made by Councilman Wright to approve Memorandum of Agreement; authorize the $300.00 to be included in the budget; and to authorize Mayor Harley as signatory; seconded by Councilman Andrews. Motion carried. Contract for use of Voting Equipment for Municipal Election November 8, 2011: City Attorney Tydings stated this agreement is identical to agreement signed in the past. City Attorney Tydings has reviewed contract and no issues noted. Motion made by Councilman Wright to approve contract and authorize Mayor Harley as signatory; seconded by Councilman Smith. Motion carried. Transportation Investment Act Project List Submission (House Bill 277): City Administrator Eidson provided a list of projects that were submitted to the Middle Georgia Regional Commission who will vet these projects through a roundtable process for presentation to the DOT. Centerville’s list is made up of projects that have been identified in the short term work program list. This is kind of a dream list of projects. City Administrator Eidson pointed out that 2011 legislation known as HB 277 created an opportunity to vote on a 1 cent sales tax which will be managed by DOT. The projects on Centerville’s list that were submitted for consideration are projects of regional impact (unconstrained project list). An example is the proposed Gunn Road widening project which would benefit, Houston County, Peach County, and City of Centerville. The list is being provided as a point of information only and to give Council an opportunity to review the list. Comments from Audience Travis Worley, 108 General Lee Rd, Boy Scout - City’s Georgia Flag outside is torn and faded and Police Department Flag U.S. is need of replacement. James Ermancyzk expressed his gratitude about Centerville Police Department. He stated December 2010 he went to the Galleria Mall to shop and decided to exit the same entrance he had entered into the building. Mr. Ermancyzk stated he witnessed Centerville Police Department addressing citizen complaint. Mr. Ermancyzk thanked Centerville for providing public service. Comments from Council Councilman Wright reminded everyone again about the city wide clean up April 9th. There is no charge for service. Centerville Sanitation will be providing containers at City Hall. Recycling Center will be open 8-12. Councilman Smith stated that the City of Centerville has a great group of employees. City employees are dedicated. Councilman Smith mentioned: City Administrator Patrick Eidson serves on many groups (Chairman of Board-Hospice, Board Member-GLGPA, and District 6 Representative for the Georgia City Managers Group). City Attorney Tydings serves on the Executive Committee of GMA that evaluates the City of Ethics submissions. Currently serves as the First Vice President of the City Attorneys Section for GMA and will become President in June. Mrs. Tydings will serve as a moderator on the Ethics and Professionalism at the upcoming International Municipal Lawyers Association Mid-Year meeting in Washington, D.C. in April 2011. This is a great honor for the city. Mayor Harley reminded everyone of the upcoming April 12 Eggs & Issues breakfast co-hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Centerville Rotary. Encouraged people to attend and find out what is going on in the City of Centerville. The breakfast will be held here at city hall. Executive Session (Personnel Matter) Motion made by Councilman Wright to enter into executive session at 7:49pm; seconded by Councilman Smith. Motion carried. Mayor and Council reconvened at 8:23pm. Motion made by Councilman Wright to adopt resolution as written; seconded by Councilman Smith. Motion carried. Affidavit executed by Mayor Harley and notarized by City Clerk Bedingfield. Resolution and Affidavit attached to and made a part of these minutes. Meeting adjourned at 8:26pm.
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