Page 69  Page 69  GASTONIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 17,2015-6 6:001 P.M.  GASTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE PUBLIC: FORUM] ROOM- GASTONIA,NC Mayor Bridgeman çalled the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, in the Gaston County Courthouse Public Forum Room, Gastonia, North Carolina.. Mayor Bridgeman stated that he would like everyone to be thinking of the survivors and family of the Paris attacks. Since our last meeting, two of our previous Mayors, Barl Groves and Dan Gunter, have passed away. The Mayor asked that everyone remember these families as well as we have Councilman Dave Kirlin then opened the meeting with prayer and Mayor Bridgeman led the audience in thel Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Ms. Sherry H. Dunaway, City Clerk, recorded  amoment ofs silence for them andt those in Paris.  ther minutes.  PRESENT: Mayor. John D. Bridgeman  Mayor Pro Tem Brenda B. Craig Council Members: Walter A. Kimble  David R. Kirlin James Gallagher Todd] Pierceall Porter L. McAteer  City Manager Edward C. Munn City Attorney. L. Ashley Smith  ABSENT: None  ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA  Councilman McAteer made a motion to adopt the agenda as printed. Councilman Kimble APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCILMEETNG- OCTOBER 20.2015 Councilman McAteer made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 20, 2015, Regular Council meeting as printed. Councilman Kirlin seconded the motion and Council approved it  seconded the motion and Council approved it unanimously.  unanimously.  PRESENTATIONS (1)M Mayor John D. Bridgeman  Re: Service Recognition of Gastonia Planning Commissioner Mr. Jack Bradshaw Mayor Bridgeman read and presented to Mr. Jack Bradshaw, a plaque congratulating him on his Mr. Jack Bradshaw thanked Mayor Pro Tem Brenda Craig and the Mayor and Council for  service to the City of Gastonia as Planning Commissioner from 2011-2015. allowing him to serve stating thati itl has been anl honor and aj pleasure. (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at] Page 53.) Re: Service Recognition, Deputy City Clerk Regina Phillips  (2) Mayor. John D. Bridgeman  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Regina Phillips and her four years of service to the Mayor, Council and City. Shei is retiring and we want tor recognize her and her contributions to the City.  -69-    Page 70  Page 70  REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING - November 17,2015  Ms. Regina Phillips stated it! has been her pleasure and ai rewarding experience.  PUBLICEXPRESSION (1) Mr. Bill Starr, 16061 Heatherloch Drive  Mr. Starr thanked the Council for allowing him to come back this year. Mr. Starr shared the history of the Toys for Tots. Itisas simple charity to provide a child in need a toy at Christmas. Itisa at timet tol be ablet to showl love and appreciation to a child at this time oft their life and hope it will leave ani impression upon them as they grow into aj participating citizen in our country. AlI the toys and money raised all come from donations. It is all volunteer and no one is getting reimbursed. The Marine Corp does not give us money or resources. Iti is our neighbors that come forward and volunteer. If anyone wants to participate, they simply go to www.toysfortots.org You can sign up to volunteer or make a donation. You can request toys whether it be ani individual family or a nonprofit agency. You can also ask to be a Toy Drop Off point. Mr. Starr stated that he hoped to come back after the first of the year to share their  successes.  (2) Mr. Don Barkley,3101 Whitson Road  Mr. Barkley addressed the Council about ethics and real estate. He also stated the North  Carolinal Department of Transportation is asking the City to devalue property.  CONSENT AGENDA  ITEM 1: ITEM 2: ITEM 3: ITEM 4:  BUDGET AMENDMENT #FY16-011-$5.00. BUDGET AMENDMENT #FY16-007- -3.035.391 TRAFFIC ORDNANCE-SIOPSIGNS BUDGETAMENDMENT #FY16-014- - $6.482  (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 54.) (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 55.) (Reference as contained inl Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 56.) (Reference as contained inl Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute. Book 105 atl Page 57.)  Councilman McAteer made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilman Gallagher  seconded the motion, and the Council approved the motion unanimously.  APPOINTMENT OFC CITY CLERKS  Mayor Bridgeman administered the Oath of Office to Sherry H. Dunaway, City Clerk, and  Candice Owenby, Deputy City Clerk  (Reference as contained: inl Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 58.) PUBLICHEARNGEF ERALTONIDGOHAPATON OFI FOREST DRIVE. Mayor Bridgeman recognized City Attorney Ash Smith for this presentation.  Mr. Smith stated this is a Petition to Close a Portion of] Forest Drive. He also stated that no one had signed up to speak. This proposed closure is in the vicinity of the Greenway as shown on map. Mr. Smith recognized Mr. Rusty Bost, Director of Engineering/City Engineer, for the  purpose answering questions or for discussion.  -70-    Page 71  Page 71  REGULARCOUNCILI MEETING-November. 17,2015  Mr. Rusty Bost stated this item has gone through the Transportation Committee and now to the full Council. This ist the formal process of closing the right of way and making it possible fort the No questions or discussion ensued. Councilman Todd Pierceall made a motion to approve as presented. Councilman Walt Kimble seconded the motion. The council voted unanimously to  greenway repair tol happen. accept the motion  (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at Page 59)  ITEMS FOR PHASE) II OF THE WTP RENOVATION PROJECT Resolution accepting $301 MI DWSRF Loan Approval of Budget Amendment: #16-010 Approval of CMAR Contract. Amendment Approval of] Resolution1 to Award Amended CMAR Contract  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Mr. Matt Bernhardt, Director Public Works and Utilities and Mr. Mr. Bernhardt recognized several members of the Project Team that were present including Mr. Don Garbrick with Pease/LaBella, Ed Cross, Water Resources and Project Manager, Rusty Bost, City Engineer and Flip Bombardier, Asst. City Manager. The other members of the Project Team that are not] present are Mr. Mike Bynum and Tucker Johnson, Engineers with the City. Mr. Bernhardt reviewed the status of the Water Treatment Plant Project currently under construction. The cost of Phase Iis $5.2 million involves primarily the construction ofa new 4 million gallon clear well. This work should be completed by the Fall of 2016 depending on weather. Mr. Bernhardt noted that the City received a $5 million zero percent interest (0%) long terml loan from the State ofNorth Carolinal Department of Environmental Quality. Phase II of the project will be the renovation of the main plant facility. In addition, construction will commence for new chemical storage facilities and a new Operations and Lab addition. The design is 100 percent complete. The bid packages have been put out and bids received. Inj putting those numbers together and working with the Comanctiop.imgeraRak (CMAR), the City has received a guaranteed maximum price that will now build the project subject to your approval. The construction cost for Phase II is $51,400,000. The expectation The funding for that project comes from a $30 million zero percent (0%) interest loan which is alsoi from the North Carolina Department ofNatural Resources. Itis not to exceed $22.5 million in City Revenue Bond Funding, which is the next agenda item. These numbers do not completely add up to the guaranteed maximum price mentioned earlier because there are additional expenses such as the $600,000 in closing costs for the Bond Sale. The amended  Keith Garbrick, P.E. with Pease/LaBella Associates.  would bet that Phase II would be completed by 2018.  guaranteed maximum price as showni in the agenda is $56,664,775. Thei items that are in: front ofs you for consideration are:  Resolution accepting $301 MI DWSRF Loan for Phase II place iti into the proper spending account for the capital project  Approval of Budget Amendment #16-010 whichi is to recognize that loan revenue and Approval of CMAR Contract Amendment. As your recall for Phase Ithe City dida a contract with) Rogers/Crowder and this will simply amend itt to addi in] Phase II to carry Approval of] Resolution to Award Amended CMAR Contract to. Rogers/Crowder.  that forward; and  -71-    Page 72  Page 72  REGUIARCOUNCILMEETING-Motmhr. 17,2015  Staffr recommends approval ofthese items as presented.  Mr. Bernhardt answered various questions from Council. It was noted that with the total of$35 million in zero percent interest loans from the State, the City will save $191 million dollars. Councilinan Todd Pierceall made a motion to approve as presented the two Resolutions, the approval of the Contract, and the approval of Budget Amendment #16-010. Councilman Walt  Kimble seconded the motion. Council approved the motion unanimously. (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 60)  Order Authorizing the Sale and Issuance by the City of Gastonia, NC ofi its Combined Utilities System) Revenue Bonds Series 2015 and Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of Certain Documents in Connection Therewith and Associated Budget Amendment  Approval of Bond Order Approval of Budget Amendment  Councilman Gallagher asked to recuse himself from this item stating his firm is an underwriter for this Bond and he could not bej present. Councilman Gallagher exited the room. Councilman Pierceall made a motion to recuse Councilman Gallagher, seconded by Mayor Pro Mayor Bridgemani introduced Ms. Melody Braddy, Director of] Financial Services.  Tem Craig. Council approved the motion unanimously.  Ms. Braddy presented the Issuance of Revenue Bonds for the Water Treatment Plant that Mr. Bernhardt referenced earlier in the meeting. Ms. Braddy noted that this Agenda item has two components. The first component is the legal proceedings for the Bond Order. The Bond Order authorizes the issuance of debt. It also authorizes the Mayor, the City Manager and her to sign The second item is the Budget Amendment to recognize the Bond proceeds. As drafted, the Budget Amendment sets the amount not to exceed $22,500,000. Ms. Braddy noted that she explained earlier during a committee meeting the line item on the Budget Amendment for Bond proceeds. She noted that when the City sells these bonds on December gth, the City may have less Bonds and more Premium. Because of this possibility, Ms. Braddy asked that the Council There were no questions or discussion. Councilman Pierceall made a motion to approve the Bond Order as presented. Councilman Dave Kirlin seconded. Council approved the motion 6-0 Councilman Pierceall made a motion to approve Budget Amendment 16-012 with provision that Ms. Braddy have the necessary authority to make corrections as needed. Councilman Dave Kirlin seconded the motion. Council approved the motion 6-0 (Councilman Gallagher recused).  all ofthe Bond documents.  allow her to adjustt that line item at that time.  (Councilinan Gallagher recused).  (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 61)  DUHART CREEK CONSERVATION/ AREA SHORT AND] LONG TERM LAND] MANAGEMENTI PLAN  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Mr. Robert Cloninger, Utility Stormwater Administrator, and Matt Bernhardt, Director of Public Works and Utilities, for the purpose ofr making the presentation.  -72-    Page 73  Page 73  REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING- - November 17,2015  Mr. Bernhardt noted he was standing in for Mr. Dale Denton, who is absent due to illness. Mr. Bernhardt noted that as the report states in the Agenda, the City received a donation of approximately twenty-four acres of land from the Lineberger family earlier this year. Mr. Mr. Cloninger noted that City Staff have conducted several meetings and gathered input for all areas oft the City with regard to thel land's use and potential. The Staff is requesting Mayor and City Council endorse the attached Duhart Creek Conservation Area Management Plan. Mr. Cloninger and Mr. Bernhardt answered various questions of Council. Concerns with gathering public input from citizens, business owners and other stakeholders were noted by Council. Mr. Cloninger noted thatt the City has a Stormwater Citizens Advisory Panel, and staff plans to ask them to establish a Stakeholders' Committee to address this plan for the Duhart Councilman Kimble noted that although "Future Development" is indicated on the map in the agenda item with regard to the property that was retained by the Lineberger family, this agenda item is for the City's property and has nothing to do with the development of the remaining  Bernhardt then recognized Mr. Cloninger, Stormwater Administrator.  Creek area.  Lineberger property.  Mayor Bridgeman recognized! Mr. Eric Elliott, 4101 Deerwood Drive.  Mr. Elliott distributed a written handout that detailed his issues with the project which he read to the Council He invited the Council to the neighborhood meeting on Thursday at 6 at Gardner Mayor Bridgeman asked the Council ift there are any questions. Councilman McAteer stated that the "Future Development" label should be removed from the inap because iti really does not have Councilman Gallagher stated staff had only presented the Short Term goals and objectives when Mr. Bernhardt stressed that this is not a formal finished product. Staff will certainly be researching more and gathering more input to make changes and schedule a time to meet with Mayor Pro Tem Craig stated this is good dialogue. There appears to be some misunderstanding or misinformation out in the public sector that needs clarification. Hopefully, everybody can Councilman Kirlin recommended that Council either table this until Staff has the opportunity to meet with Mr. Elliott's group and other stakeholders, or Council could approve it and calli ita Preliminary Draft which truly indicates the fact that this is not a final document and that we are Councilman Kirlin made a motion to accept this item fori information, andt to retitle it at this time Councilman Gallagher seconded. Councilman Kirlin amended his motion to provide that the words "Future Development" would be deleted from the map. Councilman Gallagher seconded.  Park Elementary. anything to do this.  they were: interrupted, and Council might need tol heart the Long Range plans.  the neighbors.  come together and voice their opinions.  just in the course ofr reviewingi it. asap preliminary draft.  After further discussion on the motion, it passed unanimously. (Reference as contained in] Exhibit Book 2 to Minute Book 105 atl Page 62)  -73-    Page 74  Page 74  REGULAR COUNCILMEETING: - November 17,2015  AUDIT BIDS & INSURANCE COMMITTEE REPORT  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Councilman David Kirlin, Chairman, and Mr. Matt Braswell, Councilman Kirlin state the Audit Bids & Insurance Committee met this afternoon and heard the initial review of the Annual Financial Audit Report. Councilman Kirlin recognized Matt  Audit Manager with Martin Starnes & Associates Braswell for thej presentation of the audit.  Mr. Matt Braswell presented the 2015 Annual Financial Statements.  Ms. Braddy presented the Fund Balance Position and General Fund numbers and described how fund balances and appropriations are proposed tol be used over the next fewy years. Mr. Braswell noted that this report does not incorporate the additional funding from the DENR Loans--the $35 million that was discussed earlier tonight. This report is just as of June 30, Mayor Bridgeman asked for questions or comments. Councilman Kirlin asked about the two Ms. Braddy stated that during Committee they did hand out two additional charts on the debt for the City breaking it down by Fund. The Chart in your presentation is all debt. The blue chart is your general fund debt. You can see that wel had three or four years of high debt in the General Fund, but after this year our debt does start to decrease in the General Fund which will give us some capacity there. In the Water and Sewer Fund, the yellow and red chart is our anticipated debt on our $65 million Water Treatment Plant Project. You can see that ther redi is your existing Mayor Bridgeman stated the recommendation from the Committee is that the Staff recommend Councilman Kirlan made the motion to accept the audit findings as presented, and Councilman Gallagher seconded the motion. With no further discussion, the motion passed unanimously. (Reference as contained in Exhibit Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at] Page 63)  2015.  illustrations Staff gave and asked for them tol be described to Council  debta and then the yellow would be your anticipated debt on that Project. the City Council approve and accept the audit findings as presented.  Councilman Kirlin noted that the second item from the Audit, Bid & Insurance Committee refers to the conversation that we had on Wellness, and the Proposal working toward a more complete Wellness Program for city employees. This Committee will meet again in January and will continue that conversation and obtain more information BCBS at that time. We would like to initiate some portion of this Wellness Program prior to the adoption of the next budget to geti it  rolling.  ACILITIESMANAGMENT COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Mayor Pro Tem Craig, Chairman of the Faclities/Management ITEM 1: Mayor Pro Tem Craig advised the Faclities/Management Committee met on Wednesday November 4th. Mr. Michael Nolen, General Manager of the Gastonia Conference Center, provided the Committee with an update of the Gastonia Conference Center financial data. The Committee reviewed the monthly financials for the Gastonia Conference Center for  Committee, for the purpose of making the presentation.  -74-    Page 75  Page 75  REGULAR COUNCILN MEETING-N November 17,2015  September, 2015, and reported aj profit and accepted this for information purposes. Mr. Nolen Council congratulated Mr. Nolen and Culinaire on the Conference Center finishing "in the Mayor Pro Tem Craig stated that this information was a reporting item for the Committee. ITEM2: Mayor Pro Tem Craig noted the next item discussed by the Committee was the Regulation of Chickens within the City Limits. Ms. Dana Harper of the Roland Park neighborhood requested that the City consider easing its restrictions in the livestock ordinance to allow chickens to be kept on lots smaller than would currently be allowed and reducing the The Committee voted unanimously (2-0) that staff move forward with drafting an ordinance amendment to liberalize the current livestock regulations within the City limits, specifically: to prohibit roosters; to determine a ration of the number of chickens to lot size; that obtaining permission from neighbors will no longer be required; and to reduce setback requirements. The Staff will work with Ms. Harper on the language, and the item will be brought to Council for discussion. Mayor Pro Tem Craig put the Committee's recommendation: in the form of ai motion,  described the Tele-Blitz) held on) November 16tht to drum up new business. black" fort ther month of September, the firstt timet that had ever occurred.  These numbers are very encouraging.  setback requirement S oft the current ordinance.  and Councilman Pierceall seçondedi it. Thel Motion carried unanimously. (Reference as contained: inl Exhibit] Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at) Page 64)  PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE: REPORT  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Councilman Gallagher, Chairman, for the purpose of making the ITEM 1: Councilman Pierceall noted that he was reporting for Councilman Gallagher, Chairman, who was unable to attend the Public Safety Committee which met on Monday, November gth. The Committee received a status update regarding the Fire Department pay. This is almost complete. Councilman Pierceall stated that this was reporting item for over 600 tickets issued. The goal of the Safe Street Initiative was to reduce collisions, slow, down drives and make the streets safer for all the City's motorist. Councilman Pierceall stated  presentation.  informational purposes. ITEM2:  Councilman Pierceall noted the Safe Street Initiative was a huge success with  this was ai reporting item for the Committee fori informational services.  ITEM3:  Councilman Pierceall noted several other matters were discussed.  The Fire Department had an IO9s inspection review by the Office of the State Fire Marshall on Councilman Pierceall stated the K-9 Trials hosted by the Police Department at the Gastonia Municipal Airport very successful. All dogs (5 of which belonged to the City) were certified. Safety Holiday Tips have been released to the Media for the holidays. The Shop with a Cop Program will be held on Saturday, December 12th. You can contribute by purchasing at $10 ornament. Target is co-sponsoring this event. Councilman Pierceall recognized Chief Helton, Chief Helton presented information on the Shop with a Cop Program. Itis a partnership with Target, and this is where the shopping will take place. It is also aj partnership with the West Gastonia Boys and Girls Club who will identify the children that will participate in the program.  November 5th. There willl be ai rating reviewi in October, 2016.  Gastonia Police Department for additional information  -75-    Page 76  Page 76  REGULARCOUNCILMEETING- November 17,2015  The Gastonia Police Foundation is going to match, funds raised up to $2,000. Checks should be made payable to the Gastonia Foundation. Chief Helton also presented some safety tips for Councilman Pierceall stated that over 600 hundred tickets were written during the Safe Streets Initiative Program and the City received no complaints. He thanked the Police Department for their professionalism and work in the Safe Street Initiatives Program. There were no additional  shopping during the holiday season.  items.  (Reference as contained: inl Exhibit] Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at Page 65)  TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE: REPORT  Mayor Bridgeman recognized Councilman Walt] Kimble, Chairman,.  ITEM1: Bell. purposes. ITEM2:  Councilman Kimble advised the Committee had reviewed a Presentation of  Information on the Proposed Road Passing by Pasour Mountain Property present by Mr. Graham Councilman Kimble stated the presentation from Mr. Graham Bell was provided for information Presentation of the Franklin Boulevard and Cox Road Corridor Study. One of the short term projects could be the synchronization of traffic lights to ensure optimal travel time. Councilman Mr. Bost stated the current signal timing plans are about twenty years old and one of the recommendations of the study would be to review the signal timing plans in the City to see if Councilman Kimble noted that thei information presented by Kimley Horn Associates was very  Councilman Kimble noted the next item discussed by the Committee was the  Kimble recognized Mr. Rusty Bost, City Engineer, for more information.  improvements can be made. informational.  Mr. Bosts shared the proposed plan fort the intersection of Cox and Franklin  Councilman Kimble stated the presentation of the Franklin Boulevard and Cox Road Corridor  Study was] provided for information purposes only.  (Reference as contained inl Exhibit Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at] Page 66)  ITEM 3: Councilman Kimble presented an Update on Gastonia Municipal Airport. City staff is still looking into the self-serve fueling station versus full-service fuel delivery via fuel trucks along with low cost improvements that could be made to Gastonia's airport. Michael Peoples, Director of Enterprise Services, was recognized for additional information. Mr. Peoples stated the City is still researching costs. The cost has been determined to be somewhere around $35,000, and we will use: some existing infrastructure. Councilman Kimble also stated the staff is reviewing the cost of adding a security gate with access control beside the existing vehicular gate and terminal entrance. Mr. Peoples stated the staffi needs toi research costs and make sure that people feel comfortable coming to the airport. Councilman Kimble noted that the City has had increased communication with Fly Carolina  (FBO) and this development has been positive.  -76-    Page 77  Page 77  REGULAR COUNCILMEETING-I November 17,2015  Councilman Kimble reported the Committee had requested that it would like staff to provide anticipated revenue and return oni investment for some oft thesei issues ata ai future meeting. Councilman Kimble stated this is his last meeting as the Transportation Chairman. He thanked all of the staff members who always followed through with all the requests which can be quite ITEM 4: Councilman Kimble recognized City Manager Edward Munn to discuss the Mr. Munn passed out information on the Atlanta to Charlotte Passenger Rail Project (PRCIP)  involved. They have done a greatj job.  Atlanta to Charlotte: High Speed Rail Project Updates. and advised thatt this is a very important long term project.  (Reference as contained: in) Exhibit Book 2t tol Minute Book 105 at Page 66) ITEM 5: Councilman Kimble noted other matters discussed were Mr. Munn asked Mr. Rusty Bost, City Engineer to give an update.  A. General Obligation Bond Project Updates B. Franklin Boulevard from Six to Five Lanes  Mr. Bost noted the status of the four widening projects. (I)The Myrtle School Road project is officially through 50 percent of the time period on that project. It began in November of 2014. The contractor has not met the scheduled timeframe originally submitted. Meetings are being scheduled to review the issues and completion schedule. (2) The Titman Road project also is almost at 50 percent completion. It began in June, 2015, and had a one year completion period. They are ahead of schedule. (3) The Union Road project is currently being discussed with the Department of Transportation. (4) New Hope Road isi int the final process of finalizing that right- Mayor Pro Tem Craig inquired if there was a penalty in the contract ift the Myrtle School Road Mr. Bosts stated there isa fine for each day they go over the completion date. November, 2016is Councilman Kimble concluded with thanking Councilman Kirlin and Councilman Pierceall and also Councilman Gallagher that chaired this committee with! him for their time and hard work. CENTRAL CIYVAEVTAITATOXANDHOUSNOCOMMATTE REPORT  of-way  project is not completed by a certain time. the scheduled completion date.  Mayor Bridgeman: recognized Councilman Todd Pierceall, Chairman. Committee which met on Wednesday, November 11, 2015.  Councilman Pierceall delivered a report for the Central City Revitalization and Housing ITEM 1: Councilman Pierceall reported on the 2nd Amendment to the Economic Incentive Agreement- - Lawyers Building. The project is not complete and Mr. Nathan Kirby is requesting an extension of time through June 30, 2016. Councilman Pierceall stated the Committee voted unanimously (2-0) to recommend approval of the proposed revision to extend the Economic Incentive. Agreement for the Lawyer's Building to June 30, 2016. Councilman Pierceall made a motion that the Council also approve the Extension. Councilman Kimble seconded the motion. After further discussion, Council voted 6 -1 (Councilman Gallagher dissenting) to  the approve  motion.  -77-    Page 78  Page 78  REGULARCOUNCILMEETING-Nommher. 17,2015  Councilman Kirlin asked about the possible ramifications of this project continuing to be extended over and over again andi is there any legal redress including aj penalty clause. Ash Smith, City Attorney, stated that the City does not have to make any payments unless Mr. Kirby completes thei improvements and the Certificate of Occupancy is issued. Also, if future extensions are requested and the Council does not wish to approve extending the contract again, ITEM 2: Councilman Pierceall noted the Committee received an Update from the Downtown Merchants Association (DGMA). The Committee accepted this asi information and will continue to work with DGMA in moving forward tot the betterment of] Downtown Gastonia. ITEM 3: Councilman Pierceall noted the Committee considered two (2) separate IDEAL applications. (1) An IDEAL application was received from Tim's Barber Ship and Your Christian Bookstore. Tim's Barbershop and Your Christian Bookstore are in the same building. The Committee voted unanimously (2-0) to recommend approval of Mr. Stanley's grant in the amount of $6,775. Councilman Pierceall put the Committee'sI recommendation in the form ofa (2). An IDEAL application was received from Envy Uniforms. There were some reservations since Mr. McNeil received a grant three years ago at his former location on 201 E. Franklin Blvd where he was a tenant. Due to that building bemg placed for sale by its owner, Mr. McNeil is relocating his business to 215 S. Broad St. There are renovations needed there. Councilman Pierceall stated the Committee voted (2-0) to approve Envy Uniform's grant in the amount of $2,482.41. Councilman Pierceall putt the Committee'st recommendation in the form ofa motion, ITEM 4: Councilman Pierceall provided information on the Discussion of Downtown ITEM 5: In Other Matters, the Committee suggested that the Gastonia Downtown Tree Lighting, sponsored by Keep Gastonia Beautiful, be scheduled the same day as the Gastonia Christmas Parade next year. Staff will contact both parties for discussion regarding the 2016 Parade. It would also have lessi impact on In-Kind Services on Police and Fire tol have these on  itsi simply does not have to approve that request.  motion, and Councilman Craig seconded it. The Motion carried unanimously.  and Councilman Kimble seconded it. The motion carried unanimously. Incentives. This item was presented fori information only at this time.  one day. This is fori information only.  (Reference as contained inl Exhibit Book 21 tol Minute Book 105 at Page 67)  CITY ATTORNEY'S] REPORT  Mr. L. Ashley Smith, City Attorney, extended his best wishes to Councilman Kimble since he will not be present at the Sine Die meeting. He also expressed his thanks and appreciation to Mayor Pro Tem Craig, for her many years of service throughout the Community and her time  here on the Council.  CIYMANAGERSREORI  Mr. Edward C. Munn, City Manager, noted that the Child's Advocacy Center was an item that was to be discussed at this meeting. There has been al lot of conversation concerning this issue, and it was decided that the Gaston County Health and Hunian Services Department will be taking an expanded rolei in this area, and they will be coordinating with Ms. Scher's group. Mr. Munn noted there have been a couple large incidents that our Police and Fire have been engaged in this evening. He expressed his appreciation to both the Police and Fire Departments fort their very courageous work by stating we do not want to take them for granted. Mr. Munn thanked Councilman Kimble for his service and good ideas.  -78-    Page 79  Page 79  REGULAR COINCIANEETG-XemN. 17,2015  CITY COUNCIL REPORTS  Mayor Bridgeman and Council presented and read aj plaque to Councilman Walter Kimble for his service to the City of Gastonia as a City Councilman from December 2011 to November  2015, and also presented tol him al Key to the City.  Councilman Kimble expressed his appreciation and thanked the Staff, Jenny Creighton and Regina Phillips. He stated he has enjoyed everything and he knows the City is in good hands andi is moving forward. He expressed his thanks to everyone and stated it has been an incredible Councilman Kirlin wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and a safe, healthy holiday. We have so much to be thankful for. He also expressed his appreciation to Councilman Kimble for the experience of getting to know him the last four years. He feels Councilman Kimble has Councilman Gallagher expressed what a great job Councilman Kimble did with the Transportation Committee andi it was great getting to know him. Councilman Kimble has donea Councilman Pierceall stated that it had been a joy getting to know Councilman Kimble and his wife, Lori. The only thing he can say is Councilman Kimble has to come back on July 4th Councilman Pierceall noted he has requested Mr. Munn review one of ordinançes with Solid Waste. He stated when a resident hasl hired someone to trim their bushes, they are not allowed to put them on the curb. The resident sometimes has no way to haul these off. That resident still pays taxes and the only difference is they have someone else doing the work for them. Mr. Councilman McAteer expressed to Councilman Kimble how much he appreciated his friendship and alsol his advice and opinions. Hev wished him great luck ands stated he is goingt to be missed. Mayor Pro Tem Craig stated how much Councilman Kimble and Lori have meant to her and her husband Sidney. Mayor Pro Tem Craig stated she appreciated the way Councilman Kimble have presented his ideas and expertise. She hopes he will not forget Gastonia, and will have a Mayor Pro Tem Craig also thanked everyone for the Veteran's Parade and especially the Police and Stafft that worked ont the parade. There were a lot of children and she enjoyed being a part of it. Mayor Pro Tem Craig also welcomed aboard Sherry Dunaway and Candice Owenby to the new staff and wish them good luck. Congratulations also to Councilman Kirlin on his new grandchild. Iwant to wish everyone al Happy Thanksgiving. Be safe, enjoy your family and be Mayor Bridgeman stated he would echo everything that has been said plus what he said to Mayor Bridgeman noted he had attended severai events since the last meeting. He stated there wasab book signing at the Library for Ms. Azilee McGill who is 96 years old. He also noted that he learned a lot from the 3rd graders at Gardner Park while visiting them last Friday. Also, the Brides Across America event was sponsored by Poffie Girls last Sunday and is a great event. For the past five years they have given several hundred dresses away to anyone in the Military or  four years.  shown great initiative and has made a difference and thati is really what counts.  wonderful job, and he did make a difference. because he did an awesome job there.  Munn will be reviewing this and reporting at a future meeting.  wonderful time traveling.  thankful for our country.  Councilman Kimble at the podium.  -79-    Page 80  Page 80  REGULAR COUNCILMEETING-) November 17,2015  marrying someone that is in the Military that is deployed. Ialso want to welcome Councilman- Elect David Humphries who is in the audience tonight. We are certainly glad to have you  aboard. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.  MEETINGAD/OURNED  Councilman Kimble made Motion to adjourn. Councilman Pierceall seconded. Mayor  Bridgeman adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m.    OF SEAL    hih L.A Ashley Smithity Attorney  i  Sherry H. Dunaway, rc111715  dupsnp  -80-