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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-24-2023 Work Session MinutesSTATE OF ALABAMA COUNTY OF BALDWIN ) ( ) ( The City Counci l met in a Work Session at 4:30 p.m., Fairhope Municipal Comp lex Council Chamber, 161 North Section Street, Fairhope, Alabama 36532, on Monday , 24 April 2023. Present were Council President Jay Robinson, Councilmembers: Jack Burrell (arrived at 4:34 p.m.), Corey Martin , and Kevin Boone, Mayor Sherry Sullivan, City Attorney Marcus E. McDowell , and City Clerk Lisa A . Hanks. Councilmember Jimmy Conyers was absent. Council President Jay Robinson called the meeting to order at 4:34 p.m. The following topics were discussed: • The first item on the agenda was the Discussion regarding Drainage at Founders Park. Public Works Director Richard Johnson presented a Power Point Presentation and explained the compromised pipe with suggestions. (See attached handout) Mr. Johnson said we need to replace the pipe and move away from the Athletic Track & Additional Parking Project. He said they need guidance to move forward ; and stated this could fall under a Change Order with the project. Mr. Johnson recommends doing the full repair of the pipe run and replace with new reinforced concrete pipe which is 725 linear feet. Councilmember Burrell said he wants to see a study for the pipe before moving forward. Councilmember Martin stated , when you speak of drainage you must do a study; and we are not going to piece meal this project or the infrastructure . Council President Robinson said we must do what is best and not overkill. Mr . Johnson replied they would go back and see if the pipe size could be smaller; and bring back to the City Council. • Councilmember Burrell gave an update on the Airport Authority ; and mentioned the Southwest East Side, West side of land , and possibly getting grant funds to build road . • Councilmember Martin mentioned the Recreation Board meeting he missed; and the Fairhope Environmental Advisory Board appointment on tonight 's agenda . • Councilmember Boone gave an update on the Harbor Board; and said they are working with Fairhope Docks to be a clean marina under the Clean Water Act. • President Robinson gave an update on the Historic Preservation Committee, mentioned the three appointments on tonight 's agenda , and the Committee is having special meetings to work on the proposed Historic Preservation Ordinance . . Counci l President Robinson briefly went through the Agenda Items and who would explain if needed. Monday, 24 April 2023 Page -2- • Public Works Director Richard Johnson addressed the City Council and handed out the last quarter's surplus sales. (See attached handout) He explained Agenda Items No . 12, No. 14 , and No . 15; and answered any questions if needed. • Fire Chief Chris Ellis addressed the City Council and invited them to an Open House from 10:00 a .m . to 2:00 p.m. at the Thompson Hall Road fue station . • Interin1 Gas Superintendent Wes Boyett addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Item No . 7; and answered any questions if needed. He passed out a picture of the proposed gas main relocation; and stated this is 100 percent reimbursable by the State of Alabama . (See attached handout) • Recreation Director Pat White addressed the City Council and gave an update on the Quail Creek Greens Project; and mentioned the Fairhope Baseball 1983 Team. • Water and Wastewater Superintendent Jason Langley addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No . 9, No . 10 , and No. 11; and answered any questions if needed . He explained the need to add on a resolution to reject bids for the lift station to save money and furnish the wet well ourselves . • Assistant Electric Superintendent Ben Patterson addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Items No. 8 and No . 13 . He mentioned the 46 KV Transmission Loop with Stewart Engineering ; and the Magnolia Project with Hi-Line Enginee1ing. • Community Development Director Paige Crawford addressed the City Council and gave a shout out to the Fairhope Junior City Council repainted Sunset Staircase ; and to the Fairhope East Elementary School held a community cleanup during Earth Day and repainted the playground equipment at North Beach Park. • Mayor Sulli v an addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Item s No . 5 and No. 6; and answered any questions if needed . She explained the first resolution states for two months. Council President stated thi s will get them properly trained so they can hit the ground running when they takeover. There being no further business to come before the City Council , the meeting was duly adjourned at 5:13 p.m.