HomeMy Public PortalAbout12-December 12, 2018 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes CITY OF OPA-LOCKA
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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, December 12, 2018
7:00 P.M.
Sherbondy Village Auditorium
215 Perviz Avenue
Opa-locka, FL 33054
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Matthew Pigatt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 12,
2018 at the Sherbondy Village Auditorium, 215 Perviz Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida.
2. ROLL CALL:
The following members of the City Commission were present: Mayor Matthew Pigatt, Vice
Mayor Chris Davis, Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley, Commissioner Alvin Burke, and
Commissioner Sherelean Bass. Also in attendance were: City Manager Yvette Harrell, City
Attorney Vincent Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores.
3. INVOCATION:
The invocation was delivered by Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND PULL LIST (deferrals and deletions):
The following items were pulled from the Consent Agenda to be discussed separately under
Action Items: pulled 13-6, 13-9, 13-10, and 1 3-11 (Mayor Pigatt); pulled 13-7 (Commissioner
Kelley); deferred 16(B)(2) (City Manager Harrell).
NEW ITEMS:
A request was made to amend the agenda as follows:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE
AND IMPLEMENT A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE
CITY ATTORNEY IN WILLIAM J. GREEN V. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, CASE NO.
201813143SP05; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.Sponsored by City Manager
The above title was read by City Clerk Flores.
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It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to amend the agenda to
include the above resolution as item 14-1.
Mayor Pigatt asked the city attorney which criteria this meets that it is being placed on the
agenda for consideration.
City Attorney Brown said it has a financial impact on the City.
There being no discussion, the motion to amend the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to approve the agenda,
consent agenda and pull list.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes— September 26, 2018
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Bass to approve the minutes
from the Regular Commission Meeting of September 26, 2018.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
Special Commission Meeting Minutes—October 2, 2018
It was moved by Commissioner Burke, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to approve the minutes
from the Special Commission Meeting of October 2, 2018.
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There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT:
Larry Gardner, Commissioner Barbara Jordan's Office, District I, said that he did not have
anything to report at this time, but will take any issues or concerns back to Commissioner Jordan.
Commissioner Kelley said he hopes Mr. Gardner will have a chance to speak with the Parks
Department about the event they are trying to put on next year; any help from the Commissioner
is appreciated.
Mayor Pigatt sent his regards to Commissioner Jordan for taking the time to have an introduction
with the newly elected commission next month. He hopes to get an understanding on where the
City is with the debt to the county.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Dorothy Johnson, 13724 NW 22nd Place, Opa-locka, FL, congratulated the newly elected for
serving the residents in the City. She asked that any information that is being discussed at the
meeting is provided to the residents. She is glad there is holiday time being allotted to the
employees because it is long overdue. She hopes the employees will not have to pay for it at a
later date in the form of furloughs and layoffs. The police trust fund needs to be monitored
because there is speculation about what the funds can be used for. She is concerned about the
City constantly replacing managers and there needs to be stability and progress.
Manuel Perez, 1111 Peri Street, Opa-locka, FL, wants to know why the City keeps changing
managers; it is not a good look.
Natasha Ervin, 670 Dunad Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, congratulated everyone who won the recent
election and is seated on the dais. She missed the workshop on Saturday and it is unfortunate.
She said the annual toy drive has taken a hit in recent years, but they still make it happen for the
youth every year. The City has offered thirty five hundred dollars ($3,500.00) towards the drive
and that is not enough. Last year alone they spent almost nine thousand dollars ($9,000.00) on
the toy drive. The booster club has partnered with several organizations and will continue to
make the toy drive an annual event for the children because the toy they receive on next Saturday
will be the only one that some of them receive for the holiday season.
Herbert Tarvin, 1761 Ali-Baba Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, said he is on behalf of the people who
are unable to come and thinks the manager should be given the opportunity to remain in her
position and continue doing her job.
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Joyce McIntyre, 3130 NW 131st Street, Opa-locka, FL, said severe rain and potholes in her area
is causing damage to the residents vehicles. The other day she hit a pothole and it tore her
bumper off. She complained to the City who forwarded her to the league and they have denied
her claim. She is very upset and is asking for help with the matter.
Commissioner Kelley said that the potholes have been an issue. He asked the attorney why the
claim was denied from the league.
City Manager Harrell said she spoke to Ms. McIntyre today, but has not had a chance to speak to
the league on the matter. If she can obtain an estimate or invoice from a credible mechanic shop,
the commission can consider approving a reimbursement even though the league has denied the
claim.
Mayor Pigatt said that he request that the clerk provide all of the information pertaining to the
meeting on the back table for the residents to review in the name of transparency.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-6). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO CLOSE ALL CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA OFFICES FROM DECEMBER 24, 2018 THROUGH JANUARY 1, 2019
AND PROVIDE PAID VACATION TO EMPLOYEES; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Mayor Pigatt
The above resolution was read by City Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Mayor Pigatt, seconded by Commissioner Kelley for discussion.
Mayor Pigatt said the employees have not received an increase in years; they are overworked and
under staffed. This item is one of the first initiatives that will raise the moral amongst the
employees by allowing them to spend the holidays with their families. It has very little to no
impact on the budget.
Commissioner Burke said that there are some citizens that need to come to the City for business
during the holidays. He does not want the employees to get something now that will be taken
back from them during the year. He is for the day and the day after, but not the whole week.
Commissioner Kelley said he has been down this road before and agreed that the employees
should not be given anything ow that will be taken from them at a later date.
Commissioner Bass said she does not think it makes sense to close the City down for a week.
School will be out and the children will have nowhere to go during this time.
Commissioner Burke said there are people who are off during this time and want to address their
water bill issues and if the City is closed they will not be able to do so. He said there is already
time allotted to the employees for holiday.
Mayor Pigatt said he wants to amend the resolution to have employees take time off from
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December 24, 2018 —December 26, 2018.
Commissioner Kelley withdrew his second on the motion.
Vice Mayor Davis made a second on the motion.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Burke No
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley No
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
2 (13-5). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CHIEF OF
POLICE TO DEVELOP A PRE-ARREST DIVERSION PROGRAM, WITHIN FORTY-
FIVE (45) DAYS, TO PRESENT TO THE CITY COMMISSION FOR APPROVAL;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Pigatt
The above resolution was read by City Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Mayor Pigatt, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis for discussion.
Mayor Pigatt said he brought the item to see what the program would look like for the City.
Vice Mayor Davis requested to co-sponsor the item.
Mayor Pigatt agreed.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution failed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Burke No
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley No
Commissioner Bass No
Mayor Pigatt Yes
3 (13-9). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, TERMINATING CITY MANAGER YVETTE HARRELL;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
The above resolution was read by City Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Burke for discussion.
Mayor Pigatt said he understands the desire of the vice mayor to hire a new manager, but he
thinks at this time, the City should allow the current manager to remain and continue working on
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behalf of the City. If this item passes, it will circumvent everything that is going on now. He
asked he sponsor if you would defer the item until after the workshop so that a national search
can be conducted to find an experienced manager.
Commissioner Kelley said with all due respect the Mayor, he does not think the current manager
is a professional manager and it is nothing personal. She lacks the experience needed to take the
City where it needs to go.
Commissioner Burke said when he decided to run for the commission seat, he ran on change.
People have spoken that the manager has been here twice and she did not come in right either
time and it is not right. Employees have complained that you cannot even speak to the manager.
At this time the manager is not a good fit for the City.
Vice Mayor Davis said the City always takes one step forward to take two steps back and he will
not support the item at this time.
Mayor Pigatt said he wants to make sure the City is transparent.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis No
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt No
4 (13-10). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, APPOINTING AN ACTING CITY MANAGER DUE TO THE
DEPARTURE OF YVETTE HARRELL AS CITY MANAGER; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
The above resolution was read by City Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Burke, seconded by Commissioner Kelley for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said he has expressed before that he feels the previous manager is the
person for the job. He was only suing the City because he wanted his job back. He understands
that he is working as is and is not going to have a contract. If he gets his job back, he has agreed
to drop the lawsuit.
Mayor Pigatt said he has two nominees that he would like to consider for the position of city
manager.
Commissioner Kelley said there is a motion on the floor to appoint Newall Daughtrey as
manager and that has to be considered before any other motions are considered.
City Attorney Brown agreed.
Mayor Pigatt asked the attorney if more than one person can be nominated at one time.
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City Attorney Brown said historically only one person has been considered at a time and that is
how it has been.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
5 (13-11). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DELETING YVETTE HARRELL AS SIGNATORY AND ADDING
NEWALL DAUGHTREY (ACTING CITY MANAGER) AND BRYAN HAMILTON
(FINANCE DIRECTOR) AS SIGNATORIES FOR ALL CITY FINANCIAL
INSTITUTION ACCOUNTS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above resolution was read by City Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Burke for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said he wants to add Mr. Daughtrey's name as signatory. He also asked
that Mr. Daughtrey mounts the dais so that a manager is sitting in the seat.
City Attorney Brown said that Mr. Daughtrey has to be sworn in in order to mount the dais.
Mayor Pigatt said he is disappointed with what is going on right now and it is not right and it is
sad. He asked for the roll call.
Commissioner Bass said she had a statement. She told the mayor he keeps referencing change
from what had been going on before, but that is what is going on now and she is uncomfortable
with what is happening.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-1). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE 2018-2019 FISCAL YEAR GENERAL FUND
BUDGET, AFTER REVISIONS AND APPROVAL BY THE STATE OVERSIGHT
BOARD, PURSUANT TO THE STATE AND LOCAL AGREEMENT OF
COPPERATION BETWEEN THE GOVERNOR AND THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA;
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PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
2 (13-2). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE 2018-2019 FISCAL YEAR PROPRIETARY AND
SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGET, AFTER REVISIONS AND APPROVAL BY THE
STATE OVERSIGHT BOARD, PURSUANT TO THE STATE AND LOCAL
AGREEMENT OF COPPERATION BETWEEN THE GOVERNOR AND THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
3 (13-4). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT AN EXECUTED GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE'S DISASTER ASSISTANCE GRANT; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Manager
4 (13-5). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT AN EXECUTED GRANT APPLICATION TO THE HAZARD MITIGATION
GRANT FUND PROGRAM (HMGP) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2018 PRE-DISASTER
MITIGATION GRANT FUNDING UNDER THE "OTHER" CATEGORY; PROVIDING
FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Manager
5 (13-8). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DRIECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ASSESS AL OF THE
OPA-LOCKA POLICE DEPARTMENT AND PARKS AND RECREATION VEHICLES;
CREATE A SCHEDULE OF MAINTENANCE FOR ALL VEHICLES; AND REPORT
ALL FINDINGS TO THE CITY COMMISSION NO LATER THAN JANUARY 9, 2019;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
The above resolutions were read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Burke to pass the
resolutions.
The motion on the resolutions passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
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14. NEW ITEMS:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE
AND IMPLEMENT A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE
CITY ATTORNEY IN WILLIAM J. GREEN V. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, CASE NO.
201813143SP05; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.Sponsored by City Attorney
The above title was read by City Clerk Flores.
Mayor Pigatt opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the
public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Mayor Pigatt, seconded by Commissioner Burke for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said in the third whereas the City has not adhered to its established policy,
but has been following a pattern. Going forward, is there anything that needs to be done to
strengthen the policy?
City Attorney Brown said his intent is to create a policy that states that if you have not been
employed for 1 full year, you are not entitled to any accrued leave and this will avoid any future
suits. In the past payouts have been done selectively by picking and choosing certain employees
and that creates a standard especially for non-union employees.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
A. HEARINGS:
B. APPEALS:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCE(S):
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, ENTITLED "OFFENSES — MISCELLANEOUS,"
AMENDING SECTION 15-1 "ADOPTION OF STATE MISDEMEANORS" TO
PROVIDE FOR CIVIL PENALTIES FOR THE POSSESSION OF CANNABIS
(MARIJUANA) FOR AMOUNTS UNDER 20 GRAMS AND PSOSSESSION OF DRUG
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PARAPHERNALIA; AND PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT;
PROVIDING FOR REPEALER, SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION AND AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Pigatt
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 21 — WATER, SEWER AND
STORMWATER UTILITIES, CREATING A SECTION ENTITLED REGULATIONS
GOVERNING MIAMI-DADE BILLING FOR THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, AND
ADOPTING THE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT TO BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE
NEWLY CREATED SECTION; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE (first reading/public hearing held on November 14, 2018). Sponsored by City Manager
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
Mayor Pigatt opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the
public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Burke for discussion.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31, THE CITY ZONING CODE,
SECTION 22-143, CHAPTER 13 LICENSES AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS,
ARTICLE VIII STREET AND MOBILE VENDORS, OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA
CODE OF ORDINANCES, PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMIT AND
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS;
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading/public hearing held on November
14, 2018). Sponsored by City Manager
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
C. RESOLUTIONS:
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17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Acting City Manager Daughtrey thanked the commission for the opportunity to serve until a
national search is conducted and a permanent manager is chosen; he does not have a problem
with that. He will be providing a report to the commission in the coming days to bring them up to
speed on where the City is.
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Commission Kelley said he will defer to the chair about the visioning session since he is the one
who requested it. The City wide clean up needs to begin as the community is ready to be
involved in the effort. The City attorney provided a report of the pending cases and he is
concerned about all of the cases that have going to court and the tax payers having to foot the
bill. Moving forward, he needs status reports on how the litigation is coming along because the
commission does not know about it many times until it is over or payouts have already taken
place.
Commissioner Kelley asked the city attorney for an attorney/client session to discuss pending
litigation.
City Attorney Brown said he will come up with a date for the attorney/client session and come
back and announce it in a future meeting.
Commissioner Burke informed the dais that this is not a strong mayor form of government. It
takes three votes to approve any legislation, not one, so everyone needs to respect one another
and work as a team.
Vice Mayor Davis said there was an article concerning the Gardens Apartments and the
residents. He has worked in that community for years and sees some of the problems that exist.
He proposed two workshops to see what can be done as far as the concerns the residents have.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said he will work on those workshops.
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
Commissioner Burke appointed Shalonda Rivers to the Housing Authority and Nuisance
Abatement Board.
Mayor Pigatt welcomed the residents and those outside of the City to serve on any of the boards
so they can be proactive in their community.
City Attorney Brown said he heard the statement by Commissioner Kelley about the hiring of
Mr. Daughtrey by saying he only wanted his job back. Mr. Daughtrey has a lawsuit against the
City and there has to be a Chinese wall to protect the City.
Commissioner Kelley asked Mr. Daughtrey to make a comment toward the attorney said because
he said he would drop the suit.
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City Attorney Brown said in the event that a national search takes place and Mr. Daughtrey is not
chosen the permanent city manager six months down the line, he will not be permitted to sue the
City again; it does not work that way.
Mayor Pigatt asked the attorney to make sure this is handled properly.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said he and his attorney will meet with the attorney and do what
needs to be done in the best interest of the City.
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the commission, it was moved by Commissioner
Burke seconded by Commissioner Kelley to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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