CULLMAN COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING
November 22, 2011
CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOME
Chairman James Graves called the Commission Meeting to order at 10:06 a.m. and welcomed the visitors.
CALL OF ROLL TO ESTABLISH QUORUM, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The County Clerk called the roll; present were Chairman James Graves, Commissioner Darrell Hicks, Commissioner Stanley Yarbrough and County Attorney Tim Culpepper. The invocation was given by George Benefield. Barry Willingham led the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 8, 2011 MEETING, APPROVE APPROPRIATIONS, EXPENDITURES, REQUISITIONS, TRAVEL EXPENSES; AND APPROVE ALL JOURNAL ENTRIES TO BE POSTED.
Commissioner Yarbrough made the motion to approve the minutes from November 8, 2011 Commission Meeting, approve appropriations, expenditures, requisitions, travel expenses and approve all journal entries to be posted. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Bill Korwatch thanked the Commission for the repaving of County Road 109.
NEW BUSINESS
Proclamation - Recognition of Patricia South as 2011 Drivers License Examiner of the Year
Chairman Graves read aloud the proclamation recognizing Patricia South as the 2011 Drivers License Examiner of the Year for the State of Alabama. Letters of recognition and thanks were presented by Revenue Commissioner Barry Willingham and County School Superintendent Billy Coleman. Judge Kim Chaney presented an Order of the District Court congratulating her. Proclamations were read by Sheriff Mike Rainey and Mr. Green a representative from the City of Cullman Mayor’s Office. Judge Leah Lust also made remarks of thanks for Ms. South’s dedication. Ms. South received a standing ovation in recognition of her accomplishments.
Public hearing for the vacating of County Road 248
Chairman Graves asked the audience if there were any comments or questions concerning the vacating of County Road 248. The county attorney stated the required advertising has been done and all paperwork was ready to the Commission’s action. There were no comments or objections. The public hearing was closed.
Resolution 2012-11 – Vacating a portion of County Road 248
Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to approve the vacating of a portion of County Road 248. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Authorize the Commission to sign the modification of the 2004 Warrant
Gary Teichmiller, County Administrator, stated the current low interest rates have caused the County to look into the refinancing of the 2004 Warrant for the Sheriff’s Office and Juvenile Detention Facility. The four local banks who currently hold the warrant have presented a proposal which will save the County approximately $250,000 over the remaining life of the loan. This is a greater savings than had the County gone into the bond market for the refinancing. Commissioner Hicks made a motion authorizing the Commission to sign the modification of the 2004 Warrant. Commissioner Yarbrough seconded. The motion passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Authorize the Chairman to sign the participation agreement with the ACCA for Workers’ Compensation
Gary Teichmiller stated the workers’ comp plan is with Meadowbrook Insurance through the ACCA. According to the Safety Director, if the County follows certain guidelines, there can be a significant savings and a possible return of premium depending on the safety record for the year. Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to authorize the Chairman to sign the participation agreement for Workers’ Compensation. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Authorize the County Administrator as the authorized signature for payments and change orders for all courthouse renovation projects
Commissioner Hicks made a motion to authorize Gary Teichmiller, County Administrator, to have the authority to sign change orders for the courthouse renovation and to authorize payments relating to the exterior renovations and the roof repair and replacement. Commissioner Yarbrough seconded. Upon a unanimous voice vote, the motion passed.
Authorize the Revenue Commissioner to sign an agreement with Wireless Matrix for GPS service for the Revenue/Reappraisal Department
Revenue Commissioner, Barry Willingham, stated the GPS service will improve safety and make the employee more accountable within the department. It is the same system which is currently being used by the Water Department. Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to authorize Mr. Willingham to sign the agreement with Wireless Matrix for the GPS service. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Approve the renewal of the property, inland marine and automobile insurance policy through Smith-Gray Insurance Agency, Inc.
Gary Teichmiller, County Administrator, stated policy is with Traveler’s Insurance through the local agency, Smith-Gray. Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to approve the renewal of the property, inland marine and automobile insurance policy. Commissioner Hicks seconded. The motion passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Consider corrected plat for Smith Lake RV Resort Subdivision located in District 2 off County Road 202.
Keith Creel, Assistant Engineer, stated the subdivision road is ready for paving. The first phase of the subdivision is complete. The original plat is being change to delete a portion of the main road which continued into additional phases of the subdivision which will not be developed at the time. The surety will also be released due to the changes. Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to approve the corrected plat for Smith Lake RV Resort Subdivision located in District 2 off County 202. Commissioner Hicks seconded. Upon a unanimous voice vote, the motion carried.
Consider action on surety for Point of View Subdivision (County Road 904) located in District 2
Keith Creel, Assistant Engineer, stated the surety on the Point of View Subdivision will expire on December 12, 2011. The Commission has given three extensions and currently the paving of County Road 904 has not been done. Commissioner Yarbrough made to motion to call the surety if the developer has not paved the road by December 12th. At that time, the County will make arrangements to have the project completed. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Bid No. 1091 – One (1) or more new current model pick-up truck(s) – Reject
Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to reject all bids. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
Ratify the following personnel actions:
Retired: Patricia Weaver Sheriff Dept
Transfer: Donna K. Marcella CARTS – part time to full time
Dismissals: Kitty Jones CARTS
New Hires: Lyrie Joe Kent CARTS – part time
Joseph Henry Geisen, Jr. CARTS – part time
Linda C. Costello Economic Development –part time
Holli Ann Morton Sheriff Department
Gerald Gaddis Road Department –part time
David Wayne Templeton CARTS – part time
Promotions: Joey Collier Sheriff’s Department
Delitha Powe Sportsman/Smith Lake Manager
Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to ratify all personnel actions. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion which passed on a unanimous voice vote.
The next NARCOG meeting will be November 23, 2011 at the Decatur office of NARCOG.
NEXT REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2011
Chairman Graves announced the next commission meeting will be Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commission Meeting Room.
ADJOURN THE MEETING
Commissioner Yarbrough made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Hicks seconded the motion. Chairman Graves adjourned the meeting at 10:39 a.m.
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James D. Graves, Chairman Darrell Hicks, Stanley Yarbrough
Associate Commissioner Associate Commissioner