CITY OF MORROW, GEORGIA
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
January 27, 2004
PRESENT AT MEETING: ALSO PRESENT:
Jim Millirons, Mayor John J. Lampl, II, City Manager
Charles O. Sorrow, Councilman
C. R. Huie, Councilman
Thomas J. LaPorte, Mayor Pro Tem
Virlyn Slaton, Councilman
Mayor Jim Millirons called the regular meeting of the Morrow City Council to order at 7:30 pm. The meeting took place in the Council Chambers of the Morrow Municipal Complex, 1500 Morrow Road, Morrow, GA 30260.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Work Session - January 13, 2004
Regular Meeting (amended) – January 13,
2004
Councilman Tom LaPorte made the motion to approve the minutes as written, the motion was seconded by Councilman C.R. Huie. The motion passed unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
Item 1: Public Hearing
Joyce Bean informed the public about the development of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and the five-year update to the Short Term Work Program. She gave a short Power Point presentation on her topics. She also provided a schedule for Comprehensive Plan Completion, and comment forms for the public to fill out.
Item 2: Fire Department Awards
Morrow Fire Department Medical Director Dr. Chris Edens, along with Fire Chief David Wall, presented Doug Clark and Bryan Baker with cardiac arrest – “Life Saver Awards.” These awards were presented for their efforts in response to saving the life of a Morrow citizen experiencing cardiac arrest. Dr. Edens gave a brief history of the night of the event by recollecting that a Morrow citizen, Mr. Copeland, was experiencing chest pains and called 911. Rescue Ambulance #32 and Engine #34 responded to the call. During transport to Southern Regional Hospital, the patient had no pulse. Mr. Baker and Mr. Clark performed necessary medical treatment and revived Mr. Copeland thus saving his life.
Item 3: Danny Rudd presented a Georgia flag and a United States flag to Fire Chief David Wall to be used in Honor Guard presentations.
Item 4: Fire Department Vehicle
Fire Chief David Wall unveiled the new Command/Hazard Materials vehicle purchased using funds from the Office of Domestic Preparedness grant.
Item 5: Fire Department Agreement
A pharmacy agreement with Southern Regional Medical Center was approved for signing by the City Manager. Councilman Sorrow made the first motion and Councilman Slaton seconded. The vote was unanimous.
Item 6: Fire Department Agreement
A pharmacy agreement with Wilson’s Pharmacy was approved for signing by the City Manager. Councilman Sorrow made the first motion and Councilman Slaton seconded. The vote was unanimous.
Item 7: Fire Department Agreement
An agreement to name Dr. Chris Edens Medical Director for the City of Morrow was approved to be signed by the City Manager. Councilman Huie made the first motion and Councilman LaPorte seconded. The vote was unanimous.
Item 8: Vehicles Declared Surplus
The Police Department declared
1995 Crown Victoria VIN: 2FALP71W8SX121356
1995 Crown Victoria VIN: 2FALP71WXSX178318
The Fire Department declared
1994 Crown Victoria VIN: 2FLAP71W8RX158563
Councilman Slaton made the first motion, Councilman Sorrow seconded. The vote was unanimous.
Item 9: First Reading of an Ordinance to amend the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, concerning Title 9, Licensing and Regulations, Chapter 2, Alcoholic Beverages, Article B, Licenses, Section 9-2-26, Distance Requirements from Churches and Schools, Section 9-2-27, Annexed Areas; Continuance of Business; Section 9-2-29, Types of Businesses to be Licensed.
Item 10: Second Reading of an Ordinance to amend the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, concerning Title 3, Finance, Chapter 2, Revenue and Taxation, Section 3-2-54, Occupation tax levied; restrictions.
The first reading of this Ordinance was held on January 13, 2004
Councilman Slaton made the first motion to approve, Councilman Sorrow seconded, and the vote was Unanimous.
Item 11: Second Reading of an Ordinance to amend the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, concerning Title 8, Planning and Development, Chapter 2, Building Regulation and Code Enforcement, Section 8-2-24, Permits; Title 5, Public Works, Chapter 2, Solid Waste Collection and Disposal, Sections, 5-2-8, Collection Charges, 5-2-13, Charges for the Collection of Commercial Refuse; Title 4, Public Safety, Chapter 2, Fire Prevention and Protection, Section 4-2-10 (a)(b)(c), Emergency Medical Services; Fees, Title 2, General Government, Chapter 4, Municipal Court, Sections 2-4-11, Fines; Enforcement by Levy and Execution; Payment in Advance of Court Date.
The first reading of this Ordinance was held on January 13, 2004.
Councilman Sorrow made the first motion to approve, Councilman LaPorte seconded. The vote was unanimous.
Item 12: Second Reading of an Ordinance to amend the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, concerning Title 3, Finance, Chapter 2, Revenue and Taxation, sections 3-2-98, Administrative and Regulatory Fee Structure; Occupation Tax Structure, 3-2-54, Occupation Tax Levied; Restrictions, and to add Article E, Rental Motor Vehicle Tax.
The first reading of this Ordinance was held on January 13, 2004.
Councilman Sorrow made the first motion to approve, Councilman Slaton seconded. The vote was unanimous.
COMMENTS: None.
Citizens
Part owner of a Morrow business expressed concern for the placement of police cars within the city.
City Manager
Recognition of Councilman Huie for receiving a certificate for continuing education. Congratulations and thank you to Morrow Fire Department for their work in saving Mr. Copeland.
Mayor and Council
Councilman Sorrow expressed his pride in the City Council’s ability to work together and his joy in being a part of such a cohesive group.
Mayor Millirons expressed his gratitude to the council and said it was a privilege to serve with each member.
There was no further business. The meeting was adjourned at ----pm.
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JIM MILLIRONS, MAYOR
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CHARLES O. SORROW, COUNCILMAN
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C. R. HUIE, COUNCILMAN
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THOMAS J. LaPORTE, MAYOR PRO TEM
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VIRLYN SLATON, COUNCILMAN
ATTEST:
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Renee Abernathy, Acting City Clerk