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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19701028CCMeetingSavannah Beach, Georgia October 28, 1970 The regular monthly meeting of Savannah Beach City Council was held this afternoon at 3:00 P.M., with Mayor Michael J. Counihan presiding and the following councilmen in attendance: John H. Daniels, Jr., Edward Jung, Robert F. Cary, Edward Towns, James Stettler and George Schwarz. City Attorney Bart Shea was also present. Visitors in attendance at the meeting were Mr. Ronald L. Coleman and Mr. Sam Allen candidates for State Representatives of the 92nd District in the coming General Election on November 3, 1970. Both Mr. Coleman and Mr. Allen spoke a few words to Council in behalf of their candidacy prior to the opening of the meeting. The Minutes of the meeting of September 16th were approved as written. Bills for the various departments were approved as read. Councilman Daniels reported on a meeting held on October 27th for the purpose of determining if an agreement could be worked out to acquire necessary public access to the beach in connection with our erosion project. This meeting, he stated, was attended by Mayor Counihan, City Attorney Shea, Mr, Paul Ramee of Thomas & Hutton, Mr. William C. Fleetwood and himself. Councilman Daniels said that the meeting seemed to accomplish its purpose and that Mr. Fleetwood expressed his desire to work with the city in any way that seemed necessary to acquire the land for these ocean streets. It was stated further by Mr. Daniels that the agreement reached would be put in the form of a proposal by Mr. Ramee and presented to the Corp of Engineers. Councilman Daniels announced that a Federal Grant in the amount of $221,760.00 had been offered the City of Savannah Beach: by the Federal Water Quality Control Board for the construction of pro- posed waste treatment facilities pursuant to the provision of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. He stated that there was a 30 -day limit on the acceptance of this offer and since it appears that we have no alternative but to accept this offer and make our plans accordingly to fund the additional $453,640.00 necessary for this project, he moved that this Federal Grant be accepted and the following Resolution be adopted. This motion was seconded by Councilman Cary and unanimously passed. RESOLUTION In further connection with this Federal Grant offer, Councilman Daniels stated that a letter had been_wirtten by. Mayor_Counihan to the Chatham County Commissioners urging the county to take over the ownership and operation of all the sewage treatment plants in the county. It was moved, seconded, and unanimously passed that this letter be spread upon the minutes of this council meeting. Following is the letter: Savannah Beach, Georgia October 22, 1970 Commissioners and Ex Officio Judges of Chatham County Chatham County Courthouse Savannah, Georgia Gentlemen: The Town of Savannah Beach has been offered a Federal Grant of $221,760.00 to help defray the cost of a Sewage Treatment Plant. The cost of this facility was estimated to be $675,000 in 1968 and will probably be greater today. The size of the sewage treatment plant is based upon the summer loads and is therefore approximately 10 times larger than the size required for the permanent population. There is no way we can finance the approximately $500,000 needed for the sewage treatment plant plus the approximately $500,000 needed for the sewage collection system with our present revenue. We have observed proposals for Chatham County to own and operate sewage treatment plants and suggest that the one at Savannah Beach is the most eligible for County responsibility. We sincerely hope that you will relieve us of this burden which is more that we can support. The Federal offer expires on November 10, 1970, so we must advise them before that date whether or not it can be accepted. Acceptance means a committment to provide the $500,000 in local funds, so it is important that we get an expression from you before that date. The State Water Quality Control Board has given us an ultimatum that the treatment plant must be built by 1972. We hope that you find it possible to help resolve this dilemma. Very truly yours, M. J. Counihan (sgd) M. J. Counihan, Mayor A second reading was requested on an Ordinance amending Chapter 7, Section 7 -1 of our Code of Ordinances, adopting the 1970 Revised Edition of the Fire Prevention Code recommended by the American Insurance Association. Councilman Towns moved the adoption of this Ordinance. It was seconded by Councilman Cary and unanimously passed on second reading. 1 1 ORDINANCE Councilman Cary took issue with the Savannah News- Pre "ss con- cerning an article which appeared recently in regard to a fire at a local restaurant. Councilman Cary stated that in this newspaper article, the Beach Fire Department was criticized for inadequate water pressure at this fire. He said that a pressure of sixty pounds is maintained on our lines at all times and at this particular fire we had almost eightypcunds pressure, which was more than sufficient. The information given the paper, therefore, was erroneous he said. Mayor Counihan announced that the Jack Brady property in the Sixth Street area was in the process of being purchased, stating that the new owners were asking about the water and sewage at this location. He said that since these lots were, in most instances, about a foot or eighteen inches below Sixth Street, it would be very difficult for the city to provide sewage there; however there would be no problem to supplying water. The Mayor stated that he had investigated this and felt that when applica- tions for building permits are made, the prospective builders should be told that they would have to fill and bring up the property to the proper height; and that we would have to charge a sewer stubbing fee and water tap fee for each and every lot in there and we would have to do it all at one time without it costing the city money. Council concurred with this. Council also felt it should be brought to the attention of any prospec- tive developer of this land that tests should be made to deter- mine what foundation would be necessary on these low lots. Councilman Daniels reported that the National Park Service, controlling agency for Fort Pulaski National Monument, were considering some major changes to Fort Pulaski and its environs. A Master Plan has been drawn up and a public hearing has been _ held. Also a deadline of November 20th has been set for other public comments. Councilman Daniels stated that one of the main things that we are concerned about is that in this plan,the government may ywish to acquire the rights of way on either side of the present Tybee Road on McQueen's Island from Lazaretto Creek up to a point near Tybee River Bridge. He recommended that we arrange a meeting with Mr. Tomlinson, Supt. of Fort Pulaski, and try to arrive at an understanding and if it is their intention to take this state right -of -way, we should protest it because that would not leave any room for expansion of this highway. The City Clerk was requested to set up a meeting with Mr. Tomlinson and Mayor Counihan urged as many of the councilmen who could possibly do so to attend. In another matter, closely related to the Fort Pulaski Master Plan, Councilman Daniels discussed the possibility of enticing the Savannah Bar Pilots to locate at Savannah. Beach in the event they are forced to move from Fort Pulaski. He then offered the following Resolution for adoption by Council with the request that a copy be sent to the Savannah Bar Pilots Association. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schwarz and unanimously adopted. "RESOLUTION CORRESPONDENCE: Southeastern Underwriters Association letter with reference to requirements to obtain a NB -7 Class, or one classifi- cation better than the Class 8 presently in effect: Letter from GMA recommending that water and sewer utilities be considered as part of a single system. Mayor Counihan acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Savannah Beach Chamber of Commerce'containing its recommendations in regard to the proposed new zoning ordinance. He_ stated that these recommen- dations would be considered at the proper time. Councilman Daniels requested the City Attorney advise Council of the decision of Judge McWhorter regarding the dissolution of the temporary injunction placed by M. Ellzey on our sewer repair work on his property. City Attorney Shea stated that the decision in- volved two factors. (1) That the City had the right to go through the property because of the easement that was there at the time that the plaintiff purchased the property. Secondly, he held that, as a matter of law, that the code section requiring a registered engineer to supervise the work applied only to new construction. Mr. Shea stated also that it was his understanding that no appeal would be filed. Councilman Daniels moved the adoption of the new Zoning Ordinance, as to be subsequently amended, on first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cary and unanimously passed. Attorney Shea clarified this action by stating that this Ordinance would be passed as amended and if there were any changes which could not be incorpo- rated by the time of our next meeting, we can then continue it until our December meeting. With further regard to our new Zoning Ordinance and those residents and property owners who missed the public hearing and still wanted to be heard, it was suggested by Councilman Daniels that since we have complied with the law by holding a public hearing/ that we ask those who feel they have not had an opportunity to be heard to write us a letter stating their objections and recommendations and those letters will be considered along-with the information from the hear= ing. This was agreed to by Council. Councilman Daniels stated further that he felt that we should hold the first reading on the Zoning Ordinance in its present form and then when the anticipated Changes are made and it is in the form that Council wants we can hold the second and final reading. He then moved the adoption of the Ordinance on first reading. This motion was seconded by Councilman Cary and unanimously carried. 1 1 1 There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned to the next regular or special called meeting flip CITY CLERK OR 3 tab 1 1 1 RESOLUTION WHEREAS, the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia has been offered a Federal Grant of $221,760.00 for the construction of proposed waste treatment facilities pur- suant to the provision of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, subject to the assurances and conditions set forth in said offer and acceptance of said Federal Grant (Project Number WPC -GA -205, dated October 12, 1970); and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia desires to accept said Federal Grant offer of $221,760.00 for the Municipality and to comply with the conditions and requirements set forth within said offer, and further designate Michael J. Counihan, Mayor of the Municipality, as the representative of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia for all required official actions concerning said project, including the acceptance of said offer on behalf of the Municipality within 30 days from the date said offer was tendered; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, and it is hereby resolved by the Mayor and Council of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia, in Council duly assembled as follows: The City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia acting by and through the Mayor and Council of the Municipality desires to, and does hereby, accept the Federal Grant offer of $221,760.00 for the construction of proposed waste treatment facilities pursuant to the provisions of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended, and subject to the assurances and conditions within said Federal Grant offer and acceptance, Project Number WPC -GA- 205, dated October 12, 1970. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Michael J. Counihan, Mayor of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia is hereby designated as the official representative of the Municipality for all required official actions required by said project, including signing the acceptance of said offer on behalf of the City within the time required within said offer. In Open Council this 28th day of October „ 1970. CITY OF SAVANNAH BEACH, TYBEE ISLAND, GEORGIA BY: 714AYOR ATTEST: (SEAL) CITY CLERK I hereby certify that the forgoing is a true RESOLUTION OF AUTHORIZATION of acceptance by the Governing Body of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia enacted at a Regular Council Meeting of the Muncipality on October 28, 1970. This 28th day of October, 1970. City Clerk 1 1 AMENDMENT TO CODE OF ORDINANCES AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 7, SECTION 7 -1, FIRE PREVENTION CODE. BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Councilmen of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, in Council duly assembled, and it is hereby ordained by the authority thereof, that Section 7 -1 of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia, is hereby amended as follows: SECTION 1 - by striking the first paragraph contained within Section 7 -1 of said Code in its entirety and inserting in lieu thereof the following: "Section 7 -1: Fire Prevention Code; adoption, penalty. The Fire Prevention Code, 1970 Edition recommended by the American Insurance Associ- ation, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's office, is adopted as the Fire Code of the City and all provisions of said Code are made effective in the City, except such portions as are in conflict with this Code of Ordinances, and subject to all modifications thereof contained in this Code of Ordinances." SECTION 2 - All ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Adopted by the Mayor and Councilmen of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia, this 28th day of October, 1970. CITY OF SAVANN ACH, TYBEE ISLAND By Mayor Attest: Clerk of Council RESOLUTION Adopted by Mayor and Councilmen of City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, in Council duly assembled on the 28th day of October, 1970. WHEREAS, Savannah Bar Pilots Association is currently located on Cockspur Island within the boundaries of Fort Pulaski National Monument; and WHEREAS, the Federal Government has announced plans for the future overall development of the Fort Pulaski National Monument which would necessitate the removal of the Savannah Bar Pilots Association from their present location on Cockspur Island; and WHEREAS, prior to locating at their present site on Cockspur Island, the Savannah Bar Pilots Association was situated in Fort Screven on Tybee Island for a number of years; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island on behalf of all of the citizens and residents of said island, would like to encourage the Savannah Bar Pilots Association to relocate on Savannah Beach, Tybee Island. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the citizens and residents of Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, acting by and through their duly elected Mayor and Council, do hereby cordially express their wishes to the Savannah Bar Pilots Association, of their expressed intent and desire to request them to again locate their headquarters on Savannah Beach, Tybee Island, Georgia; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council offer their full facilities and assistance to the Savannah Bar Pilots Association in making said relocation move. ADOPTED in open council this 28th day of October, 1970. CITY OF SAVANNAH BEACH, TYBEE ISLAND BY: Attest: Clerk of Council CORPORATE SEAL