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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19670621CCMeeting137 Councilmen Counihan moved that the employees of the Town be given a five per cent increase in the their wages and /or salaries,,effective May 17th, 1967, Councilman Daniels secoded and the motion passed.';, Councilman Daniels moved that the salary of the Chief of Police be indreased to $475.00 per month, Lieut. to $390.00 per month, 2 Sergeantd $365.00 each, per month and the Patrolmen to $340.00 each, per month, effective May 17th, 1967, Also that the salary of Mrs. Sarah K.DeBorde 12inceibcpwommeidwadmidoncidbaborbe increased $25.00 per month, plus the 5% increase, eefeective May 17th, 1967 and payable out of.the Water Department. Councilman Counihan seconded and the motion passed. A letter dated April 20, 1967 from the FBI, Ni. Henry Morgan, Agent in Charge, was read commending Officer David McCutchenfor disarming a person pullbng a pistol on another officer. Aletter was read from Mrs. Louise Meyer commeding the Police Department for the prompt assistance) rendered to her during her recent attack of illness. There being farther business Council adjourned subject to the call of the Mayor. Jerk of Council. r Mayor. Savannah Beach, Ga. l June 21, 1967. The regular meeting of Council was held today in the Council Room and was attended by Mayor Brown, who preised, and Coun oilmen Hohenstein, Dams, Cary, Counihan, Fleetwood, Daniels, A.F.Solms, Chief Price, Supt. Reed and Mr. Hunter, C.H.orr, H.H.Glisson, Mrs. Iris Bishop, Jack Knauz, Mrs, Beverly Hatch, Mrs. Runnelle Barrett, Mrs. Carl Thompson, Mrs. Etthel Strong, H.C.Murray, H.Ellzey. Mrs. Hatch, speaking for the Garden Club Clean Up Committee recommended cleaning up unsightly places around the island, also that the . oyster shell pile on the river be moved, Councilman Daniels ststaed that Mr. Dickey would sell the shells to the Town, The Mayor appointed him and his Committee to handle the matter. Mrs. Hatch also recommended the approach to the Townst City limits be made more attractive and that the old aucoes on lots be moved, also that some of the streets be cleared of weeds, such as Inlet Avenue, Alley #1 and other areas - Councilman Hohenstein suggested that the Club have as one of their projects beautifying in front of the Tybee Museum. Mrs. IUmpson protested against the condition of the garbage dump, stating that unpleasant oders go all through her home and in the area, she wanted it corrected, also that portions of an old fort is com4ng apart and is dangerous, especially to ch3ldredn, this should be corrected at once before someone is badly injured, sand is also piling up on Pulaski Street from the area of this old fort, she wanted this corrected also. She also stated that Negroes are using it and at times 138 are committing indecent exposure to her children, sne also wanted an answer to the garbage situation - Supt Reed stated that the garttage is brought into the dump from onside sources, he will have the exposed areas covered right away, Mr. Hunter reported that teen agers used the old fort for unsanitary purposes on week ends. Mr. Knauz protested the permitting of persons to work on property without a paylan; a license and he wanted to be protected against this. Referred to License Committee.' Mrs. Strong protested against the flooding of Lovell Avenue during N.E.winds and spring tides which make it impossible to get to property owners homes in that area, she suggested that a large culvert was needed, the Mayor suggested a„.24 to 30 inch culvert, MrSV "WAked ifAiouncil will vote on it is meeting, the Mayor informed her that it would. Mrs. Bishop informed Council that she had an option from Fort Screven Dev. Co., to purchase S lots in FY Screven and was notified by Mr. David Meddin of Bt.S.D.Co., that they would have to hold up onher option until after Uouneil meeting as the Town was interested innthe lots also, Councilman Counthan asked her what price she agreed to pay for them, she would not say, she agreed to take half of them and let the Town take half. The Mayor informed her that he did not know what action, council will take. Mr. Orr commenting on the new groins between bth and 7th streets stated that some of the timbers had worked loose and were floating in the ocean, that thisrwas:the firsttime that he had seawater in his front yard, Supt Reed that the timbers were not property looked and were knocked out by the action of the surf, Councilman Fleetwood stated that if the plans of Thomas and Hutton had been followed it would not have happened, Supt Reed stated that they could be repaired, Mr. Koncul stated that groins were needed all along the beach, that a bond issue should be floated should be f].oatcd, the Mayor stated this is about the worst area along the beach, Councilman Daniels mentioned that three groins were put in last year, they should be locked permanently, C.Davis stated that they were locked it would defeat the purpose of the original plan, Supt Reed stated that the plans of Thomas & Hutton were changed twice, they called for 13 groins, not all were put in - Councilman Hohenstein moved that number of grths called for by the plans of Thomas & Hutton be put in, Councilman Daniels seconded and the motion passed , The Mayor asked if itlras agreeable for Supt Reed to do the work the cost would be about $3000.00. Mr. Ellzey presented a petition from the Chatham County Liquor Dealers Association (1) requesting that wine and beer licenses be issued only to those selling alcoholic beverages - (2) that those having wine and beer licenses be required, by. - Ordinance to rope off and cover the area on election days whe-'e these items are displayed - (3) that bars beoclosed at 3 A.M., 7 days a week - (4) pass Ordinance requiring anyone engaged in selling beer, wine or liquors, retail, to post a sign in a conpicuous place, showing the requirements of said Ordinance, he stated that 3 members of Counoil and the Town Attorney'drew up the Petition, the Mayor asked ifs Mr. Ellzey wanted Council to take the matter under advisement, Tor. Ellzey stated that 3 members of Council had'slready recommended it, Councilman Daniels stated that the C.C.L.D,A. Committee was informed that his Committee would bring it to the attention of Council for its action, Mr. Ellzey stated that all of the Committee agreed to permit the bars to remain open until 3 A.M. , Councilman DaViAr4stated thai, remaining open 7 days a week is out. The Mayor informed Council that the Town Attorney would have to pass on it as the Town can not violate a state law, The Mayor notified Mr. Ellzey that f.bunetl will take the matter under advisement at the next meeting. The Mayorasked Supt Reed about the garbage situation stating that he had recieved a letter from the Health Department calling for corrections, he also asked if atrench could be dug to take care of garbage, Mr. Reed stated that the present location not suitable, it has to be attended to constantly, Councilman Davis Reported that the old Griley fort is fading down and something shilule be done to correct it. Mr. Solms will write a letter to the Griley estate regarding this. Chief Price reported that the Police Department is functioning alright. Councilman Carystated that he had spoken to Mr. Solms regarding 25 MPH zone signs that should be placed a least at least 2 blocks from zoned area that can beseen at night. Councilman Davis stated that more signs are needed at entrance to Town limits, the Mayor stated that more are signs are needed aong the eastern side of Butler Avenue. Councilman Cary said that traffic lights are needed to protect pedestrians crossing Butler Avenue, also that pedestrianslanes be painted at every block on Butler Avenue. The Mayor informed Council that Mayor Lewis of Savannah and homself as Mayor of bavannah Beach had co- sponsored a dinner at the DeSoto Beach Motel for the Chatham County Municipal Association and that the Town had agreed to pay half of the cost. Couno14 approved his action. The Mayor recommended changing Zoning Ordinance to require new construction to stay 110 feet away from sea -wall between 14th and 18th steers. some Councilman Davis stated that /buildings in fire area,ard dangerous to public and should be feuoed off. Mr. Solms will write letter to owners. Councilman Fleetwood moved that reading of the minutes be dispense with at this meeting and adopt any corrections -at next meeting, Councilman Counihan seconded and the motion passed. A letter was read from Mr. Alex Morris informing Council that hehad sold his property in Fort Screven. Councilman Fleetwood stated that owners of old buildings that are dangerous to the safety of the community should be put on docket if repairs are not made 140 r Councilman Fleetwood that docket cases be made against those property owners who were notifiedto clean their lots within 15 days, and whom have not done so. Councilan Datks seconded - L, and the motion passed. CouncilmanCary stated that the Fire Department needs 500 feet each of 1* and 2i inch fire hose. He was requested to get bids. Councilman Daniels reeommened cleaning and painting the Town Hall, he also stabd that the Chatham County Police Officers Association is having their meeting in August at beach and Moved the the Tsmn be host for the meeting. Councilman Hohenstein seconded and the motion passed. The Mayor noted that the cash register installed at the loth street parking lot was not being used, Councilman Cary mentioned this also, Chief Price stated that the area where it to be used is too small, Councilman Cosy had it placed in the Town Clerks office, the Mayor asked what should be done, Councilman Hohenstein suggesting checking the matter to see if the register could be used. The Mayor stated that the money be turned in every day. Mrs. Bishop asked that she be permitted to purchase lots 1- 2 -3 -4, block Ft. Screven Ward, Councilman Cary stated that the matter should be studied more before a decision is made at this time. The Mayor presented bids for street from Sam Finley, Inc., $25,533.00 and from Hugh Jackson $2+,578.00, Councilman Daniels asked if any of the work could be deferred, the Mayol, stated that Lovell Avenue could be eliminated, Councilman Cary said to pave those now that need it most and limit the cost to $15,000.00, Councilman Davis stated that in fairness to north end of island some work should be done there, the Mayor suggested that the Mayor and the Finance Committee handle the matter, Councilman Cary Moved that the Mayor and Finance Committee handle the-emtter and see what can be eliminated, Councilman Daniels seconded add the motion passed. Bills for the various departments were approved for payment. Petitions were presnetd from property owners on oth_and 9th streets requesting installation of "Speed breakers ". It was decided to hold up on these at this time. U.L.Harley protested against the taxes assessed on his lot 11, block 12Ft. S.Ward, contending that 1907 taxes had not been reduced, it was decided to have a representative from the County Assessors office recheck it and report his findings. A letter from Mr. J. G. Miller, Postamas i,er, calling to excessive overtime parking in frontof the Postoffice and reques uing that it be corrected. 141 '`here being further business Council adjourned. subject to the ball of the Mayor. Clerk of Council. Mayor. -0-0-0-0-0-0-0- Savannah Beach, Tybee Island,Ga. July 19, 1967. The regular meeting of Council was held today at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Room, and was attended by Mayor Brown, who presided and Councilmen Davis, Cary, Counihan, Fleetwood, Daniels, Hohenstein and Town Attorney Solms, Supt Reed, Cgief Price, U.L.Harley, H.Ellzey, Mrs. Sasser, Jack Brady, Nelson Haslam, H.Glisson, George Spirides and Mrs. Dailey, Mr. Johnson. Mrs. Dailey, spewing for her committee, requested Council to supply the Fire Dept with at least 20 coats for use of members of the department, the cost is approximately $850.00, the Mayor informed them that Council will take the matter under advisement. Referred to the Fire Committee. Mr. Spirides introduced Mr. Johnson, manager of the Endie Rides, who protested against the treastment accorded him by 5 members of the Police Dep't., in connectionwith an accident happening on one of the rides, he contending that they threatened him -- Chief Price stated that he was Police Court at the time, and sent the officers to the scene instructing them to see that the rides were not to be operated until they were checked to insure that no danger was involved. Referred to Police Committee. Jack Brady presented a map of a proposed sub- division he was planning to develope on 11th and 5th avenues between 6th and 7th streets out to Horse Pen Creek and requested that the streets be opened -- he offered use of some of the marshland to the Town for garbage disposal -- Councilman stated that developers should open streets -- referred to Public Works Committee. Nelson Haslam requested Council to close Alley # 2, where Public Dock is located, at 9 or 10 o'clock every night, so that residents in area can be protected noise and vandals using private property -- the Mayor asked Mr. Solms if the area could be closed, Mr. Solms informed him that Council had the authority -- the matter was referred to the Public Works Committee. Sean Murphy requested that the "surfing area" be enlarged -- Chief Price stated that the Police Committee recommended extending the area to 6th street, north, as there are not many bathers in that section of the beach, the surfers need more space -- Councilman Davis suggested extending it to 8th street -- Councilman Fleetwood moved that the area be extended to north of the 6th street groin to 3rd street -- Councilman Counihan seconded and the motion passed -- Councilman Hohenstein stated that bathers should be protected thr Mayor stated that surfers and bathers will have to cooperate.