20131001 - Andalusia City Council Meeting - October 1, 2013
Date: 2013-10-01 Type: Regular Meeting
Quick Summary
Council approved the September 17 meeting minutes by motion and voice/hand vote. The council adopted Resolution 2013-25 declaring seven parcels nuisances for weeds/grass and adopted Resolution 2013-26 to continue operating under the FY2013 budget until the 2014 budget is completed. Motions on these items were made, seconded, and approved by the council.
Key Decisions
- Approved the minutes of the September 17, 2013 meeting (motion and second; all in favor by raising right hand; carried).
- Adopted Resolution 2013-25 declaring seven parcels nuisance for purposes of weeds and grasses (motion by Ms. Griffin, second by Mr. Mount; all in favor).
- Adopted Resolution 2013-26 to continue operating the city under the FY2013 budget until the FY2014 budget is completed (motion and second; all in favor).
Notable Discussion
- City staff noted abatement actions are governed by state law and require specific steps before a nuisance can be declared.
- Council discussed taking a longer-term, strategic approach to the budget process (looking 5–10 years ahead), which has delayed finalizing the FY2014 budget.
- Council announced a Whoville Christmas theme for the parade and decorations in cooperation with the Chamber.
- An opening exists for the city’s appointment to the South Alabama Regional Airport Authority; interested persons should apply.
- Cookbooks that were ordered are expected to arrive next week for pickup.
Action Items
- Record the approval of the September 17, 2013 meeting minutes.
- Proceed with abatement actions as authorized by Resolution 2013-25 for the seven identified parcels.
- Continue work on the FY2014 budget; operate under the FY2013 budget per Resolution 2013-26 until adoption of FY2014.
- Notify and accept applications for the city’s appointment to the South Alabama Regional Airport Authority.
- Make ordered cookbooks available for pickup when they arrive next week.