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Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Ga.
July 12, 1961.
The regular meeting of Town Council was held today at 8 P.M. in the Council Room in
the Town Hall and was attended by Mayor Brown, who presided, and Councilmen Peters, Hosti,
Powers, waters, Lovell, Meddin, Town Attorney Solna, Jr., Superintendent Reed, Chief
McCutchen and Mr. Robert H. Thompson.
Mr. Thompson petitioned that the 1961 license for the Tybee Light GoCart Stadium be
reduced from $150.00 to $25.00 or $50.00, he contending that they did not earn any
profits last year. It was moved, seconded and passed that the 1961 license be reduced
to $50.00.
Me Mayor stated that in connection with the moving of water and sewer mains on Butler
Avenue, he discussed the matter with Messrs. Evans and Kennedy, Engineers on the job and
it was suggested that sub - contractors move the water lines with the sewer lines and that
the Town pay for workers under the Town's supervision. Any improvements or additions
made by the Town will be separate from the State Highway costs, the contractor will move
the water 1 ines under the Town's supervision and the Town to pay the cost not over
$38,000.00. A meeting has been called for next Friday morning to work out the details.
The Mayor asked if they would use transite or cast iron pipe, Superintendent Reed stated
that time will be saved using transite pipe. The Mayor asked if the Town would move
the salvaged pipe to the shop and clean it would it be usable, Mr. Reed stated that
probably some of it could be. Superintendent Reed reported that fire plugs should be
placed at Third, Sixth and Ninth Streets, he also informed Council that the Town's tractor
was in bad shape. Councilman Hosti stated that no repairs should be made on this one
but to try and get a new one. The Mayor asked how long it would take to finish the beach
streets, Mr. Reed stated it would be several days longer. Councilman Hosti stated that the
cars parked illegally beyond "no parking" signs on the beach streets should be towed away.
The Mayor appointed Councilman Waters, Mr. Reed and Chief McCutchen a Committee to handle
arrangements for parking on these streets.
Councilman Hosti presented two bills of EdAund J. Solomon for $50.00 each for work done
at the jobs of James W. Price and Arnold J. Seyden and for which Mr. Solomon states
that the Town owes him this money which goes back for over a year. Mr. Reed stated
that the Town did not furnish pipe to go into the main and that they did not cut the hole
in the mans, the Mayor appointed Councilman Hosti and Superintendent Reed a Committee to
adjust the matter with.Nr. Solomon.
Councilman Lovell stated that work should be started on the old jetty at First Street.
Mr. Reed stated that it would take about seven men to handle the job and they will have
to work between tides for approximately a month. It was moved, seconded and passed that
seven men be employed for at least a month to repair the First Street groin.
Councilman Hosti stated that Izlar Avenue has developed holes and should be patched.
The Mayor stated that a car of asphalt is on order now to repair various streets.
Councilman Lovell asked why should we pave private streets.
Chief McCutchen reported that the Town is without a dog catcher at the present time, that
he had contacted the Humane Society and tried to work out something but was unable to.
The Mayor suggested hiring a policeman to check on dogs for a month and asked Chief
McCutchen if he could make arrangements to get rid of dogs on the island. Chief
McCutchen stated that he could. He also stated that licenses are slow coming in. The
Mayor instructed the Chief to put anyone,who has not paid their 11cense tomorrow, on the
docket, issue subpoenas to them and if the license is paid by 1 P.M. Monday to cancel the
subpoena.
It was moved, seconded and passed that the license ordinance covering trampolines be
reduced to $10.00 per trampoline. 7.11,-' (1
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Councilman Hosti asked why the Town furnished a guide for the Peace Officers Associa-
tion. It was moved, seconded and passed that it be stopped.
The minutes of the meeting of June 14th were read and adopted.
The Mayor reported that he had adjusted the sand situation with Mr. W.H. Strong abutting
his property.
The Mayor asked Mr. Solms if he had gotten any satisfaction from Mr. Perry Solomon III
regarding the encroachment at the Phillips "66" Service Station. Mr. Solms stated he
had seen Mr. J. W. McIntyre who had received letters from the State Highway Department.
The Mayor informed Council that the contractors had started work on several phases of
the road near Lazaretta Creek.
Bills for the month of June for General Government amounting to $3663.93 and for the
Water Department amounting to $1132.31 were on motion made, seconded and passed for
payment.
The Mayor informed Council that Mr. H. E. Brewer wanted to be compensated for the water
main which ran across the highway.
Mr. Solms requested that in connection with Edmund Solomon's
that Mr. Reed check it. He also inform. Council that Mr.
satisfied with the work that the Barton Wrecking Company had
Councilman Lovell wanted to know why it was that the cleanup
other areas except in the vicinity of his house.
property on First Street,
J. W. Lock&ear was not
done to his house.
campaign had cleared
The Mayor informed Council that Mrs. Huggins had done a good job with the clean up
oampaign and that she had been put to certain expenses that she had paid out of her
funds and that she be reimbursed to the extent of ft00.00. It was moved, seconded
and passed that $100.00 be allowed Mrs. Huggins for expenses.
Councilman Powers informed Council that Mr. Edward DuFour, Insurance Adjuster, reported
to him that the Town does not have physical injury insurance on it's firemen, in this
case Charles Dowell, who was injured at a fire several months ago. He stated that Mr.
Dowell had worked at Ft. Pulaski and that if he was off any time from his work due to his
injuries he should be compensated for it. The Mayor requested Councilman Powers to
check with Mr. Lattimore and ascertain if Mr. Dowell lost any time as a result of his
injuries. Councilman Powers asked if he got a verification that Mr. Dowell did not work
could he be paid before next Council meeting. It was moved, seconded and passed that
the Mayor and Councilman Powers handle the matter and authorize them to pay the amount
if any to Mr. Dowell.
The Mayor informed Council that
wanted to purchase 10,000 gallons of water per day from the Town in connection with
the work on the road and asked should it be put on a meter. Councilman Lovell
stated that at leas a 2 inch meter would be needed. It was decided that they be
placed on a meter and the matter was referred to Superintendent Reed to see if he
had a meter.
Mr. C. W. Stalter of the Coastal Oil Company requested permission to relocate a
sign on their property at Campbell and First Streets. The DeSoto Beach Hotel
also requested permission to erect a large billboard sign on property owned by
them on Beach Lots 24-25, Ward 1. Both applicat'ons were approved.
There being no further business Council adjourned subject to the call of the Mayor.
Mayor
Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Ga.
August 9, 1961.
The regular meeting of Town Council was held today at 8 P.M. in the Council Room
in the Town Hall and was attended by Mayor Brown, who presided, and Councilmen
Hosti, Powers, Waters, Lovell, Meddin, Town Attorney Solms, Jr.,Superinteiident Reed,
Chief McCutchen, Mr. Dendy and Mrs. Marianna Seyden, Nrs. Carl Thompson and Mrs.
Louise Jackson.
Mrs. Seyden speaking for her Committee protested the clearing of a lot of all
foliage. Her Committee does not object to the clearing of underbrush, etc.,
but the method of using primarily a bull dozer to clear the lots takes up all the
foliage destroying a haven for birds, leaving the sutface bare when the wind blows
it will blow away Mime of the sand and further the trees and shrubs give protection
especially from high winds. She stated that cutting away all foliage will not
eliminate a mosquito nuisance, also that the health authorities has stated that
Tybee has no health problems from growth on the island. The claim that thousands
of rate run over the island is all bosh and moreso when lots are cleared what rats
there are, are usually foucddi ntorhemes and rats carry germs. Mrs. Thompson
stated that the town officials should give some thought to preserving as many
trees and shrubs as possible. The Committee was excused. Councilman Lovell
stated that trees and large shrubs should not be pushed down.
Mr. Dendy requested a flat water rate for use -on the proposed golf course in Fort
Screven and offered to pay $150.00 per year for water service. He stated that he
• would use a sprinkler system. The Mayor asked if he had discussed the dike with
Superintendent Reed. Mr. Dendy stated that he, had and that he world level the dike
and build the fairway to it. He was asked if he world furn'sh the pipe and stated
that he would and the Mayor informed hi m that there would be tapping fees. The
Mayor informed Mr. Dendy that Council would discuss the matter and will let him k now
the results. Councilman Lovell stated that a golf course uses lots of water. The
Mayor informed Council that Mr. Dendy wants the Town to go along with him for a year
on the flat rate then he would install a meter. Councilman Hosti asked what about
easements with property owners having to get to the beach. Mc. Brown stated that
Mr. Dendy had met with some of them and the matter was adjusted. Mr. Dendy was ex-
cused.