20191203 Andalusia City Council Meeting December 3 2019
Date: 2019-12-03 Type: Regular Meeting
Quick Summary
Council approved the November 19, 2019 meeting minutes. Council unanimously authorized $55,000 from the capital account for Coleman Center maintenance and repairs (pool liner, filter work, gym carpet). A $288,596 distribution from Southeast Alabama Gas was presented and noted as exceeding budget expectations.
Key Decisions
- Approved the minutes of the November 19, 2019 meeting (motion by Mr. Wells, second by Mr. Mount); approved unanimously by raised-hand vote.
- Authorized up to $55,000 from the capital account for Coleman Center maintenance and repairs — roughly $32,000 for a pool liner, about $8,000 for filter work, and approximately $14,000 for replacement gym carpet; motion made and seconded and approved unanimously by raised-hand vote.
Notable Discussion
- Presentation of a distribution check from Southeast Alabama Gas in the amount of $288,596; council noted this exceeded the budgeted amount and expressed appreciation.
- Discussion that the pool liner may be on a state bid list (which could waive local bidding); otherwise the work will be bid to comply with law.
- Announcements: next council meeting will be December 17 at noon in the workshop room (with lunch), and the annual Christmas tree lighting is scheduled for December 5 at 6:00 p.m.
Action Items
- Record approval of the November 19, 2019 meeting minutes.
- Proceed with Coleman Center maintenance and repairs using up to $55,000 from the capital account; initiate bidding if required by law.
- Acknowledge and record the Southeast Alabama Gas distribution in city records as appropriate.
- Prepare for the December 17 noon meeting in the workshop room and publicize the December 5 Christmas tree lighting event.