Minutes June 11, 2024
The Mayor and City Council held the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday June 11, 2024 at 6:00 pm at Winterville City Hall.
Mayor Ferrelle called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. Also present were Melissa Metzger, Jonathan Mosley, Tina Mills, Bruce Johnson, Municipal Clerk Wendy Bond and City Attorney David Ellison.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Approval of Minutes:
Councilperson Metzger moved to approve the minutes of May 14, 2024. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mosley and approved unanimously.
Unfinished Business: None.
New Business:
Councilperson Metzger moved to amend the agenda to add an item to the agenda. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and unanimously approved.
The First Item of New Business. Cultural Center Art Gallery Grand Opening. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve up to $2,500 of general funds to spend on the opening of the Cultural Center Art Gallery to be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved. Councilperson Mills abstained.
The Second Item of New Business: LMIG Project Request 2025. Councilperson Mills moved to authorize Mayor Ferrelle to sign the application for the 2025 LMIG Project Request. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously. These funds will continue funding for the crosswalk projects of Parkview Road and the intersection of Robert Hardeman Road, Main Street and the Dozier Street.
The Third Item of New Business. Dozier Street Closure Ordinance. Councilperson Mosley moved to adopt Ordinance 2024-0005 an ordinance to temporarily close Dozier Street so the city may evaluate and consider closing the street permanently. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Metzger and approved unanimously.
The Fourth Item of New Business. PCI Business License. Councilperson Metzer moved to approve a business license application from Prestige Cleaning Innovations as presented and as recommended by P&Z. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Mills and approved unanimously.
The Fifth Items of New Business: Councilperson Mosley moved to appoint Harry Spratlin as a new member to the Planning and Zoning Commission to fill the seat vacated after the passing of James “Jimmy” Tucker. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously.
The Sixth Item of New Business: Athens Micro Computer Firewall Quote. Member Johnson moved to approve the revised quote of $1,75.00 from Athens Micro Computer as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Metzger and unanimously.
(Added agenda item.) The Seventh Item of New Business License. Councilperson Metzger moved to approve a business license as presented for Cakeman Al’s Royalty Cakes, LLC. This business will operate from the commercial kitchen in conjunction with the Marigold Collective. The motion was seconded by Councilperson Johnson and approved unanimously.
Committee Reports:
Public Finance (Johnson & Mosley) Councilperson Johnson reported Clerk Bond has provided financial statements through May 31, 2024. The statements are available for review by the public upon request.
Public Safety (Metzger & Mosley)
Fire Department – Chief Michael Gabriel submitted a call report.
Public Works (Johnson & Mills) – Tom Doonan stated automatic sink shut-off faucets have been installed in the large pavilion restrooms to prevent excessive water use. He is also getting quotes for tankless toilets in the small pavilion restrooms. Many of the septic problems are resulting from the lack of water needed to push waste and paper into the existing septic tank.
Communications Committee (Metzger & Mills) – Councilperson Metzger gave a report.
Winterville Cultural Center – Diana Hartle gave a verbal report.
Dr. Museum Report – Jonathan Scott gave a verbal report.
Marigold Market – Sarah Hovater submitted a written report.
Library Report – Deirdre Murray gave a verbal report.
Clerk’s Report – No report.
City Attorney’s Report – No report.
Mayor’s Report – Mayor Ferrelle gave a verbal report.
Firefly Local Action Committee – No report.
Public Comment – Michael Shockley stated his appreciation for closing Dozier Street.
Mayor Ferrelle closed the meeting at 6:36 pm.
Wendy L. Bond 06/11/2024