City Hall Fayette, Alabama October 27,2020  A regular meeting of the City Council oft the City of Fayette met at 5:00 o'clock, p.m. on October Upon roll call the following were found to be present: Mayor Ray Nelson, Councilmembers Linda McCraw, Eddy Campbell, Jason Cowart and Jerry Nichols. Also present were City Clerk Dawn Clapp, City Attorney Dale Lawrence, Police Chief Danny Jenkins, Street and Sanitation Superintendent Marty Weeks, City Shop Superintendent Curt Moore, Airport Manger Kip Madison. Councilmember  27,2020, int the Council Chambers oft the City Hall.  Cedric Wilson was absent. transaction of business.  The opening prayer was given by Mr. Bobby Avant.  Mayor Ray Nelson announced a quorum was present and the meeting was open for the  GUEST APPEARING BEFORE COUNCIL  1. Mrs. Evelyn Howard.  Mrs. Evelyn Howard appeared before the Council to speak concerning a manufactured home that has recently been moved into her neighborhood. She stated her neighborhood was zoned R-2 and that it was her understanding that manufactured homes were not allowed. She also stateda a Jim Walter home had been allowed to locate in her neighborhood. The City Attorney said when a person disputes a decision of the City's Building Inspector then the person can appeal the decision of the Building Inspector to the  Zoning Board of Adjustment.  APROVALOFMINUTES  Councilmember Nichols moved the minutes of the meeting held on October 13, 2020, be approved. Upon the motion being seconded by Councilmember Campbell, it was unanimously approved. Mrs. Charlotte Williams with Animal Control stated for the year to date 136 animals had been Mayor Nelson presented the Animal Control contract between Charlotte Williams and the City to the Council for their consideration. Councilmember Cowart moved the contract be approved as presented. Upon the motion being seconded by Councilmember Nichols, the same was unanimously approved.  ANMALCONIROLREPOKI  takeni in by Animal Control. She stated several had been adopted.  RESOWUTION2020-10 RESOLUTION: 2020-10  Mayor Nelson presented Resolution 2020-10 to the Council for their consideration. Resolution ARESOLUTION. AUTHORIZING THEI MAYOR TO1 ENTERI INTO AN APPLICATION! FOR AIRPORTI IMPROVEMENT FUNDING ASSISTANCE FROM THE: STATE OF ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF1 TRANSPORTATION ANDI FEDERAL. AVIATION ADMINISTRATION WHEREAS, the City of Fayette intends to apply for state and federal matching funds for an airport improvement project for the Richard Arthur Field Airport during fiscal year 2021. THEREFORE BE ITRESOLVED, by the City Council oft the City of Fayette as follows: 1. That the City of Fayette is authorized to make an application for airport improvement funding assistance from the State of Alabama Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration, for the purpose of undertaking a project in fiscal year 2021 to make 2. That the application be submitted for and on behalf of the City of Fayette by its Mayor who is authorized by this resolution tos sign the application and any related forms or documents on behalf 3. That the City of Fayette is authorized to enter into an airport improvement funding agreement with the State of Alabama, acting by andt through the Alabama Department ofl Transportation, and the Federal Aviation Administration, for the purpose of undertaking a project to make  2020-101 is as follows:  improvements at the Richard Arthur Field Airport.  oft the City.    improvements at the Richard Arthur Field Airport, with partial funding provided by the State of 4. That the agreement be executed in the name oft the City of Fayette for and on behalf oft the City of 5. That the authority of the City of Fayette to enter into contracts with the State of Alabama and the Federal Aviation Administration has been reviewed by the City's attorney, and inl his opinion, the City of Fayette is duly authorized to commit the City of Fayette to agreements with the Alabama BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Fayette hereby affirms that the local matching share of funds in the amount required for this airport improvement project has been officially approved, placed into the budget of the airport and is available for expenditure upon execution of the Federal Aviation Administration' s and the State of Alabama's funding agreements and the start of the project. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal oft the City  Alabama and the Federal Aviation Administration.  Fayette by its Mayor.  Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration.  ofFayette on this ATTEST:  day of October, 2020.  Mayor  City Clerk  Councilmember Campbell moved the Council adopt Resolution 2020-10. Upon the motion being Mayor Nelson presented Resolution 2020-11 to the Council for their consideration. Resolution AI RESOLUTION. AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR' TO1 ENTERI INTO AN APPLICATION TO THE: STATEOF. ALABAMA, DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY AFFIARS, TOREQUEST FISCALYEAR: 2020 APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION TO CONSTRUCT IMPROVEMENTS NEEDI FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE SHOWA BEST  seconded by Councilmember McCraw, thes same was unanimously adopted.  RESOLUTION202D-11 RESOLUTION: 2020-11  2020-11 isa asf follows:  GLOVEFACILITY  WHEREAS, City of Fayette acting by and through its City Council proposes to apply for Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Grant Funds to construct improvements to the water, sewer, and streets needed for the expansion oft the Showa Best Glove facility located in the City of Fayette. THEREFORE, bei iti resolved by the City Council of Fayette, Alabama, as follow: THAT, Ray Nelson, Mayor is hereby authorized to execute and submit an application with appropriate assurances to the State of Alabama, Department of Economic and Community Affairs, requesting Fiscal Year 2020 Appalachian Regional Commission in the amount of $700,000.00 to construct infrastructure improvements needed for the expansion of the Showa Best Glove facility located THAT, the City of Fayette will provide a local match of $277,500.00, which will be provided by the follow: Showa Best Glove $52,500; Fayette Community Foundation $125,000; Fayette Water Board INI WITNESS WHEREOF, Ihave hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City  int the City ofl Fayette of Fayette ont this ATTEST:  $89,130; City of Fayette $10,870.00 ins support of this project.  day of October, 2020.  Mayor  City Clerk  Councilmember Cowart moved the Council adopt Resolution 2020-11. Upon the motion being Councilmember McCraw moved the City's financial statement be approved. Upon the motion  seconded by Councilmember Nichols, the same was unanimously adopted.  APPROVAL OF FIMANCIALSTATEMENI  being seconded by Councilmember Campbell, the same was unanimously approved.    APPROVALOFI MUNICIPAL COURT FINANCIAL STATEMENT APPROVALOFI PARK & RECREATION EIMANCIALSTAIEMENT  Councilmember Nichols moved the Municipal Court financial statement be approved. Upon the Councilmember Cowart moved the Park & Recreation financial statement be approved. Upon the  motion being seconded by Councilmember McCraw, the same was unanimously approved. motion being seconded by Councilmember McCraw, the same was unanimously approved.  RECESS  Mayor Nelson announced the Council would take a 151 minute recess.  PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTIONS TOCOUNCIMEMBERS  Mayor Nelson presented a Resolution to Councilmember McCraw and thanked her for her 16 Mayor Nelson presented al Resolution to Councilmember Cowart and thanked him for his 8 years Councilmember Wilson was not present but Mayor Nelson read the resolution he would receive  years ofs service tot the City andi its citizens. ofs service tot the City and its citizens.  and thanked him for his 24: years ofs servicet tot the City andi its citizens. Councilmember Jason Cowart gavet the following address:  My fellow citizens,  At the conclusion of the constitutional convention, as Benjamin Franklin lef, lore has it he was approached by someone who asked him, "Sir, what have you given us?" To which Mr. Franklin replied, "a republic if you can keep iL." In 1776, our. forefathers, with the guidance of divine providence, embarked on aj journey t0j form ai new nation. A nation like no other in the history of man. In the amals of human history our city, state and country are but children. In less than. 200) years, our nation became the "Duly..is the sublimest work in our language. Do your duty in all things.... You cannot do more, you We, the people are the government in this country, and our republic will only be ever as strong as the people are properly educated on what type ofs government we have, why we have it, and remain engaged as such theregfter in order toj form a more perfect union. Understanding these precepts are what drove me internally to step before you eight years ago, ask for an opportunity to service, and in the words of former Mayor Guthrie Smith, "pay my civic rent." " Ishall not attempt to even begin trying to articulate the personal feelings of honor and humbleness which Ihave felt while serving, you in this capacity. Toj you Mayor Nelson, Councilwoman McCraw, Councilman Campbell, Councilman Wilson, Councilman Nichols, and the late Councilman Mike Hardin, Ihave enjoyed each and every moment with you, both in times ofo agreement and disagreement, to my family my appreciation, for sacrificing time spent apart from one another in the support of our City and defense ofo our republic, and a special thank yout to the citizens of Fayette who have allowed me the opportunity to serve you the last eight years in the great and Also, Iwould like to give at thank you to two special individuals, Mr. Bill and Mrs. Yvonne Townley, my former neighbors. It was exactly eight) years ago we. sat outside on their swing one evening as Iofien did with Mr. Bill, talking about current events of the day in our community, state, and nation, and Ias always, found solace and mindfulness in our conversations as the cool breeze of air and the sweet smell ofhis pipe permeated while talking. I was there in that moment that the Townley's encouraged me to step forward and. serve. To them Isay thank you. for instilling the confidence in me to seek public office of which Iwas a bit timid about to begin with. You both are fine human beings and. Iwill always cherish your friendship. To the incoming mayor and council, my sincere congratulations to each one of) you who have made the decision to serve and been given the awesome responsibility to lead. Always remember Inc closing, let there be no mistake. Fayette, Alabama, in a wonderful place. In the last few months, Ihave spent a great deal of time in selfreflection thinking about this experience, objectives which have been accomplished, and many other points ofpublic interest, Iwillo continue to encourage those inj public office at all levels to address. When you elected me eight years ago, Itold everyone who asked, Ibelieved in  most powerful country in the history of mankind. shouldi never do less." "- Gen. Robert E. Lee  important undertaking ofi insuring proper functioning ofo our municipal government.  electedo officials govern with the consent ofthe governed.    term limits. While the thought ofqualifying for a thirdi term did cross my mind, Igave) you my word, and, Perhaps Marquis de Lafayette, namesake of our wonderful community, said it best when speaking of public service when he stated, "Defender of the liberty that Iidolize, myself more free than anyone, in coming as aj friend t0 offer my. services to this intriguing republic, Ibring toi it only my, frankness and my good will; no ambition, no self-interest in working for my glory, I work) for their happiness." " Godspeed to each of) you and thank you, for allowing me the honor and privilege of serving the best community in  why, atl the end of the day our wordi is really the only thing we have.  West Alabama.  PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION TOMAYOR  On behalf of the Council, City Attorney Dale Lawrence, City Clerk Dawn Clapp and City Auditor Rick McCabe presented a Resolution tol Mayor Ray Nelson and thanked him for his twenty years  ofs service tot the City and its citizens.  ADOURNMENT  There being no further business to come before the Council, upon the motion to adjourn being made by Councilmember Cowart and seconded by Councilmember McCraw, it was unanimously approved.  Mayor  Attest:  City Clerk