Tuesday, January 18, 2005
Presiding: Vice Mayor Richard Griffin · Called to order: 7:00 p.m. · 3 items · 5 votes · 7 public comments
What happened
- Approved $1.8 million plan to update the city's General Plan over 3 years, 7-1 (McLaughlin dissenting).
- Approved new budget software and hardware for Finance Department.
- Approved updated stormwater pollution rules and authorized new fees.
- Denied 4 claims for damages against the city totaling $15,000.
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Zoning(1 item)
Approve $1.8 million plan to update the city's General Plan over 3 years
In Plain English
The city's General Plan guides all future development and land use decisions. The current plan needs updating to reflect changed conditions and community priorities. If approved, the city spends $405,000 this year, $773,000 next year, and $592,000 in year 3 to hire consultants and conduct public outreach for the update.
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Votes
Approved the proposed schedule, budget, scope of work, spending plan, and RFP
7 to 1
Contracts(1 item)
Purchase new budget software and hardware for Finance Department
In Plain English
The city currently uses outdated systems to prepare its annual budget and financial reports. The new software streamlines budget creation and produces better reports for the city council and public. If approved, the city spends $250,525 on software licenses, training, and computer hardware.
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Votes
Approved the agreement and reauthorized the Sun Trust Lease Funds
8 to 0
Governance(1 item)
Update stormwater pollution rules and authorize new fees
In Plain English
The city's current stormwater laws need updating to meet state requirements. The changes strengthen rules about what can flow into storm drains and waterways. If approved, city staff can charge fees to businesses that violate the rules to cover cleanup costs.
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Votes
Approved ordinance for first reading and laid over one week for second reading
8 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.