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Tybee Island, Georgia
May 11, 1983
The regular monthly meeting of the Tybee Island City Council was
held on Wednesday, May 11, 1983 at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, with Mayor Charles
J. Hosti presiding. The following members of City Council were present:
James L. Fabrikant, John C. Wylly, Jeanne M. Hutton, Kilma J. McCutchen,
Sebastian J. Orsini and Jerome W. Bettencourt. John Ranitz acted as City
Attorney in the absence of Thomas J. Mahoney, Jr.
Mayor Hosti welcomed the audience and called for visitors who
wished to speak to Council. Mrs. Genevieve O'Connor asked again about the
drainage problems along Eighth Street and Fifth Avenue and Mr. Orsini reported
on his recent meeting with the Mosquito Control Commission telling Mrs.
Q''Connor that:Mr. Fultz has assured the city that the drainage in that area
will improve when the contemplated work is finished.
The second visitor was William O. Lewis, III representing Birthright
Inc. and asking permission to operate a coke stand on Memorial Day to raise
money for the organization. Mayor Hosti stated that the matter could be
discussed during the business portion of the meeting.
The meeting was then opened for business legally presented. The
Minutes of the previous meeting were approved as presented.
Bills for the month of April, 1983 were approved as follows:
Police Department - $4,891.92, Parking Meters - $1,099.75, General Government -
$2,008.32, Sanitation - $2,575.87, Public Works - $5,145.21, Fire Department -
$1,670.55, Recreation (Various) - $1,333.17, Ceramics - $818.42, Sewer -
$9,132.70, Water Department - $3,481.95. In addition, Capital Budget Outlay
was approved in the amount of $18, 190.32, and Other Expenses totalling
$32,248.86 were also approved for payment. These last two items (capital
budget and other expenses included a new dump truck for Public Works and
a new computer for the Accounting Office.
Councilperson Wylly reported on the meeting of the Coastal Committee
at Tybee City Hall yesterday, and explained that the city has had an application
approved to remove hazards from the shallow waters along the public beaches
on the north end of the island, but that there are no funds budgeted for
the project.
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Mayor Hosti informed the public that the city does not intend
to try to move the whole submerged seawall at once; that the city also is
making every effort to provide safety for present beach users as well as
relying on expert advice in hopes of preventing future problems.
Councilperson Bettencourt reported that the Little League program,
other children's programs for smaller ballplayers, and the adult softball
leagues are all underway. He invited the public to cone out to the park
and watch a game.
Councilperson Orsini reported that the Water /Sewer Department
has hired a Class II Operator to operate the wastewater treatment plant;
that three pumps for the liftstations have arrived, and that lab equipment
has been ordered so that we can cut down on the expense for having tests
run by outside laboratories.
Councilperson Hutton reported that the number of trash barrels
on the beach has been greatly increased; she asked the people of the island
to cooperate with Public Works by not putting residential or commercial
trash and garbage in these cans, but to leave then for the exclusive use
of the tourists and visitors, explaining that the barrels are larger than
the size allowed for garbage cans. She also added that 100 more barrels
have been donated by Ken Distributors and will soon be available for use.
Councilperson Fabrikant reported the numbers and kinds of calls
answered by the police this month. He reported that the drinking in public
ordinance is being enforced and that 18 such cases were made last weekend.
He added that Chief Price has promoted Sergeant James Lee to full -time inves-
tigative work which has already been proved successful as quite a few bur-
glary cases have been solved.
Mayor Hosti stated that his goal is for Tybee to become a family -
oriented beach and that he is personally concerned by complaints concerning
disorderly people. He reiterated that the local ordinances will be enforced.
Councilperson McCutchen reported that the First Responder van
is being readied and should be in operation soon. She said that the renovation
of the Fire Department building has resulted in a much better looking area
for training and classes.
Councilperson McCutchen then read the ISO letter which reported
a lowered fire rating for Tybee - from an "8" to a "6 ". Fire Chief Solomon
then spoke, stating that we lacked 1.12 points of reaching a rating of "5"
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and this would mean a savings of approximately $30,000 per year to taxpayers,
fran.now on. To achieve these 1.12 points would probably cost the town
$10,000.00 (cost of purchasing new equipment for fire engines) and if done
now no re- survey would probably be required; if we put it off until next
year a complete re- survey would be needed. Mayor Hosti asked the Fire Chief
to cone by his office and talk about this in detail. He then expressed
his appreciation for the tremendous amount of work and effort the volunteers
put into preparing for the recent ISO survey, stating that the town will
benefit fran this for years to cane.
Under Communications the Clerk read an Agreement, signed by Jack
Brady, dated April 22, 1983, and concerning storm drainage for his property
along Sixth Street. This Agreement becomes a part of, and is attached to,
these minutes.
Also under Communications a letter of commendation for the Police
Department was read. This was accepted as information.
A Proclamation was read by the Clerk and Mayor Hosti explained
that this Proclamation was issued in recognition of Poppy Day, and in honor
of the local American Legion Auxiliary. It was accepted as information.
A letter was read free Barnard Portman, Chatham County Commissioner,
dated April 29, 1983 and addressing the question of county funding for our
costs for maintaining a public beach. Mayor Hosti agreed with Canmi_ssioner
Portman's assertion that the county spends a great deal of money on recreation,
and that a portion of the monies spent should come to help support the beaches
because they are the most used recreational facility in the county. The
letter was accepted as information.
The matter of the request from Birthright, Inc. was then discussed.
The representatives explained that the non - profit organization was seeking
to raise funds to help with emergency pregnancy services, either financial,
emotional or social. Councilperson Fabrikant stated that he is sure the
organization is a very fine one, with worthy goals, but he is against any
kind of mobile stand because it is not fair to the local business people.
Councilperson Hutton suggested that perhaps the concession stand in Jaycee
Park might be used for this purpose for a limited time, since we do not
presently have it leased. Mayor Hosti said that if Birthright will investi-
gate locations and cane back with a specific request for a time and place,
he will have the Council consider it.
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Mayor Hosti then announced that the recent referendum held on
May 3rd was successful, and that the next municipal election will therefore
be held on the second Tuesday in November, or November 8th, 1983. A copy
of the certification of this referendum is attached to, and becomes a part
of, these minutes.
Councilperson Orsini then read a Resolution endorsing the con-
struction of a fishing pier. It was explained that the Mayor has appointed
a committee of local business people to look into ways and means of financing,
operating and maintaining the facility. After a few encouraging remarks fram
Council members, the Resolution was adopted unanimously. A copy is attached
to, and becomes a part of, these minutes.
Councilperson Hutton reported that the Hubbard Company has submitted
a bid of $17,500.00 for repair of the Public Works Building and that modifications
suggested by the City Engineer increases this bid amount to $20,060.00. We
have invited at least four other campanies to bid and are actually expecting
two more bids. Another question that must be resolved satisfactorily is whether
the building is sound enough to warrant such expenditure in repairs. It was
agreed that the final decision will be made after careful consideration of
the advice of the engineers and construction experts who are examining the
problem.
A Resolution in recognition of Clerks Week, and honoring all municipal
clerks, was read by Mayor Hosti. The Clerk of Council was then presented
a dozen red roses, beautifully arranged. The Clerk accepted the roses with
a grateful thank -you, informing everyone that the City Hall staff are all
municipal clerks, each serving the community, and all who are presently working
here have had some training sponsored by the Georgia Clerks and Finance Officers
Association who deserve a great deal of credit for the professionalism of
our clerks because they advocate better service through training and continuing
education.
Mayor Hosti then contented on the fire at the Izlar House on May
10th, congratulating the volunteers on a job well done.
The meeting was then adjourned.
446 CLERK OF COUNCIL l
Mr. Jack Brady
Post Office Box 1016
Tybee Island, Georgia 31328
April 22, 1983
The Mayor and Councilpersons
of The City of Tybee Island, Georgia
Post Office Box 128
Tybee Island, Georgia 31328
Dear Mayor Hosti & Members of Council:
In connection with the placing of the 24 -inch culvert on my property,
please be advised as follows.
I have engaged in this work in full compliance with a permit obtained
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from the Corps of Engineers for that purpose. I hereby certify to you that
the pipe is proper and that it has been properly joined to prevent leakage
and stoppage of the natural flow of water which runs through the drainage
ditch on my property wherein this culvert has been placed.
I hereby agree that in the future, if drainage becomes a problem and
water is allowed to stand on properties caused by the work I am doing on my
property, that at my sole expense and without delay, I will be responsible
for all costs, damages and problems which arise.
This commitment on my behalf is binding on my heirs, successors and
assigns, and should be considered as a valid binding contract, but is
restricted to damage which occurs and which is related to the work which I
have done on my property. This agreement should not be considered as
insurance to provide damages or repairs for any reason beyond my control and
which is not related to the work in which I am engaged in on my property.
It is my understanding upon the execution of this letter by me,
that the stop permit order will be removed and that I can resume and complete
my project which had already been started.
With best wishes, I am
Sincerely,
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R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the City of Tybee Island, Georgia deems it desirous to provide
a municipal fishing pier for the use of the citizens of and the
visitors to said City; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council have appointed a committee to actively seek
ways and means for the location, erection and operation of said
fishing pier; and
WHEREAS, we, the Mayor and Council of the City of Tybee Island, Georgia,
endorse this worthy effort on behalf of our citizens and visitors,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council in Open Meeting
assembled, that we do hereby endorse all efforts to locate,
build, maintain and operate a municipal fishing pier in the
City of Tybee Island, Georgia.
ATTEST:
Adopted this llth day of May, 1983.
CLERK OF COUNCIL
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P R O C L A M A T I O N
WHEREAS, the municipal government, in order to best serve the needs of the
citizenry, must be operated with efficiency and in an orc9Pr_ly manner,
and
WHEREAS, the efficiency and order with which government carries out its public
functions is strongly reliat on procedures and records; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Clerks administer the procedures and keep the records;
and
WHEREAS, an organized source of knowledge about a community and its government
activities is vital to the smooth governing of that muncipality; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Clerks provide and maintain such a body of knowledge; and
WHEREAS, the strength of local government depends upon the citizens' opinion of
it, and such opinion is formed largely by the image set forth by the
municipal government employees; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Clerk is the municipal official most closely in daily
contact with the citizenry, and therefore is a key position to mold
public opinion; and
WHEREAS, it is most appropriate for us, the Mayor and Council of the City of
Tybee Island, to recognize an historic municipal office which grew
out of the traditions of our democratic heritage;
NOW, THEREFORE, WE the Mayor and Council of the City of Tybee Island, Georgia,
do hereby proclaim the week of May 8th through May 14th, 1983, as
Mt]NICPAL CLERKS WEEK in recognition of the vital services they perform
and their outstanding dedication to the communities they represent.
ATTEST:
Adopted this / / day of May, 1983.
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