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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19670315CCMeeting124 Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Ga. March 15, 1967 The regular meeting of !Own Council was held today at 3 P.M. in the Council Room in the Town Hall and was attended by Mayor Brown, who presided and Councilmen Fleetwood, Cary, Counihan, Hohenstej,n, Davis, Daniels, Town Attorney Solms, Superintendent Reed, Chief Price, Arnold Seyden, E.M. - Carpenter, earl Stark and Benno P. Hosti. Mr. Carpenter protested against the increase in his taxes, Councilman Fleetwood stated that they were not increased. After some discussion the Mayor suggested that Mr. Carpenter get together with the Assessment Committee at a later date. He stated that he dodld. Mr. Stark presented a petition from property owners and residents in the Pulaski Street area requesting that a street light be placed at Pulaski and Taylor Streets. CouncflQ man Fleetwood moved that the light be placed as petitioned, Councilman Daniels seconded and the motion passed. Councilman Davis stated that there was nothing in the Town's Building Code which required a permit to make repairs or additions to a building. Councilman Daniels stated that the idea is to help people who are building. The Mayor stated that it is intended to assist property owners whenever possible where repairs or small additions are concerned, that the plumbing and electrical code be complied with. The Mayor suggested, regarding parking meters in Memorial Park, that they should not be installed in the Park but on the outside so that the older people should be helped to get closer to the pavilion. Councilman Cary stated that all vehicles should be kept out of the area especially for loading and unloading. The minutes of the meeting of February 15th were read and after several corectim s were adopted. Mr. B.P. Hosti protested against the increase in his taxes. He stated that he was for equalization but he felt that on sots of his tax increases the increase was un- fair. Councilman Fleetwood informed him that the increases were based on the County's figures. Mr. Hosti also stated that increasing the Town's assessments to l00% of value was very unfair, also that Council could change the millage next year and the year after up to the maximum limit of 30 mills and stated that it is wrong. Councilman Fleetwood stated that the Town was trying to be fair. The Mayor suggested that a meeting be held to hear other protests also. Councilman Fleetwood stated that a letter of protest should be sent to the County Assessors and copy of same forwarded to the Town, that he was tired of holding meetings. The Mayor asked Mr. Hosti what he would suggest regarding the assessments. Mr. Hosti staled that agy increase should be kept within reason. Councilman Daniels stated that he understands on any adjust- ments the Town's must be the same as the County. Mr. Hosti was excused. Councilman Hohenstein asked Councilman Daniels why there was not a policeman at the jail on Sunday when the traffigimango heavy. Chief Price stated that he does not have the men. The Mayor suggestfili on ene of the men on Sunday and give him time off to offset this. Councilman Davis stated that something should be done to check the heavy flow of traffic that two traffic lights an Butler Avenue would help. Councilman Daniels in- formed him that the State Highway Department does not permit traffic lights on Butler Avenue. The Mayor informed Council that work had started on the parking lot under the new plan. Councilman Cary stated that in the event a ear is at the collection point and does not want to pay the dollar, what then? Councilman Counihan suggested that to try it as it was planned. Mayor `Brown instructed Chief Price to hire an extra man for Saturday and Sunday. Councilman Daniels stated that the Committee should handle this. 1 125 Superintendent Reed stated that the Red Barn on Butler & 16th Street was in an unsafe condition and asked what should be done. Councilman Connihan suggested that they be allowed to operate this year. Councilman Cary stated that repairs should be made now as it is a fire hazard in its present condition. Councilman Daniels wanted to know if the owners didn't comply could they be issued licenses. He also stated that Councilman Cary would meet with the owners. The Mayor suggested that Superintendent Reed and a Committee will meet with them. Superintendent Reed reported that work was prooeeding at the camp site, that it needs at least 100 loads of top soil. Councilman Hohenstein stated that they had $5000.00 to work with on the camp site. Councilman Davis reported that another truck is needed that he had checkAin prices and that Ford was the lowest with a price of $7800.00 and that payment will be made as of June 1st and moved that the Town purchase it. The Mayor stated that another garbage truck is coming in and how can it be paid for. Councilman Davis stated that the truck will save the Town money. Councilman Cary seconded with the proviso that it must be paid for within two years. The motion passed. Superintendent Reed reported that parking in front of the Post Office allows 30 minutes And that cars in front of Strickland's Store take up spaces in that area. Councilman Daniels stated that cars were given tickets in that area for over parking. Chief Price recommended that 30 minute parking be allowed in front of the Triangle and from Strickland's to 16th Street to allow 30 minute parking. Councilman Hohenstein moved that parking meters be placed in the triangle from Izlar Avenue to 16th Street. Councilman Fleetwood seconded and the motion passed. Chief Price reported that the efficiency and morale of the Police Department is much better and stated that it was time to move to the 16th Street Station. He asked what was to be done about the building. The Mayor stated that work would start on that shortly. Chief Price stated that the department is patrolling the school zones. Councilman Cary called attention to teen agers driving sports cars and others, riding on top of ears, fenders, etc., Chief Price stated that windows and doors in some of the cottages have been smashed by B.B.guns, rocks, etc.,also that the surfers have started coming down and asked what he should do. Councilman Hohenstein stated that areas should be provided for surfers. Councilman Cary stated that the Police Committee handle these matters. The Mayor suggested that if the mixed drink referendum passes, that consideration should be given to new licenses. Councilman Daniels stated that if the referendum passed it will make legal what is not legal now, transferring from the package shop to the cocktail lounge. Councilman Fleetwood stated that bonds should be required from the operators. The Mayor suggested issuing another whiskey license. Councilman Fleetwood moved that the License Ordinance be amended to create a $25.00 business license to sell surf boards. Councilman Hohenstein seconded and the motion passed. Bill of Dr. Sam el Rosen against Amon Souza for $56.00 was submitted to the Hartford Insurance Company for payment which was turned down. Councilman Fleetwood stated that Mr. Souza would have to pay the bill. Councilman Fleetwood stated that the 1967 budget will be ready for the net monthly meeting. The Mayor reminded Council that it must be drawn up based on the new assess- ments. 126 Council decided that delinquent real estate taxes for 1964, and 1965 also perponal property taxes fpr the years 1963, 1964, 1965.and 1966 be advertised. asked Councilman Crnmihan /if when water isturned off at a location for non — payment of the water bill must the Town be paid to turn the water on again. He was informed that a $5.00 fee is charged and paid before the. water is turned on again. Councilman Cary reported that he had been offered a sound projector at a reduced cost and felt that it would be useful in the training program of the Fire Department and also for other purposes. He stated it could be purchased for $350.00 and moved that it be purchased. Councilman Hohenstein seconded and the motion passed. Councilman Cary will be custodian of the equi pment. Residents in the area of 10th & Lovell Avenue petitioned for a street light and Councilman Daniels moved that the request be granted. Councilman Counihan seconded and the motion passed. Councilman Daniels reported that a traffic signal was needed at Campbell Avenue and First Street and that Mr. E. A. Logan of the State Highway Department be requested to make a study of this area. He moved that bids be requested for the type of light needed there. Councilman Fleetwood seconded and the motion passed. Mr. Hubert Ellzey requested that Campbell Avenue be made into three lanes to regulate traffic. Councilman Daniels brought up the matter of lighting the soft ball diamond, that Mr. Leon Case of the S.E. &.P.Company bad made a survey and estimated that the material would cost approximately $2500.00 not figuring the labor cost and that 44 lights were needed. The Mayor stated that there were 20 lights at the Go Cart track and suggested that Councilman Daniels contact the owners to see if they would sell them. Councilman Daniels stated that the work should get started as the season is fast approaching. Councilman Cary suggested that the Town purchase the equipment as he believes that most of the labor can be gotten without cost. The Mayor suggested that there are streets to be repaired, pavements to be patched and other expenses, and that the budget should be made up first. Councilman Daniels stated that Council should go along and get the work started. Councilman Counihan suggested that the County Commissioners be requested to include the Island Expressway Toll Bridge when they call for a referendum to vote on the bridge to Skidaway Island. The Mayor stated that if the Island Expressway Toll Bridge was ,included it might jeopardize chances of getting the Skidaway Bridge project. Mr1 Sams stated that getting the State Oceanographic Laboratoey for Chatham County was a good job and asked that if Chatham County does not build the bridge would they get another chance. He also stated that Brunswick wanted it in their area. 1 Councilman Hohenstein stated that as the Town is now charging for use of the Fishing Pier that it should provide property damage and bodily injury insurance. He suggested a charge of 50 cents per person. Councilman Cary suggested 35 cents and that any person under twelve be admitted free. Councilman Hohenstein suggested installing a turn stile and asked who would collect the money. Mr. Solms asked if the Pier was built on the Strand and stated that it would be legal to charge admission to the Pier. The Mayor requested Councilman Hohenstein and his Committee to handle the operatioi. Councilman $leetwood reminded Council that insurance premiums would be due May 1st. 1 1 127 Councilman Cary reported that Freddie Anderson was getting rid of the old automobiles arou#d his place of business. The Mayor informed Council that Mr. Logan of the Highway Department informed him that the new Bull River Bridge would be opened the first part of June. Councilman Daniels reported that the Police Committee had approved issuance of the liquor and beer license to the Brass Rails operator, Edward M. Patterson, Sr.,on 15th Street and the Strand. The Estate of Sam Blumenthal petitioned that the interest and penalty charge on their personal property taxes be cancelled and that they be permitted to pay the net amount. Councilman Davis moweldtRatndhe petition be granted which was seconded and passed. The Mayor reminded Council of the election to be held on Monday, April 3, 1967 to vote on whether or not to have mixed drinks. A letter was read from Mr. George Peters regarding the increase to 100% in assessments and stated that he disagreed with the increase and he did not feel that it was in the best interest of the taxpayers. A letter was read from Senator Bart Shea, dated March 2, 1967, addressed to the Mayor informing him that House Bill #284 passed the Senate and is now in the Governor's Office for his signattre and enactment into law. 128 1