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CITY OF PASS CHRISTIAN, MISSISSIPPI MINUTE BOOK 100

R E G U L A R M E E T I N G SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

BE IT REMEMBERED that the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Pass Christian, Mississippi met on the above date at the Municipal Court Bldg., 105 Hiern Avenue, Pass Christian, Mississippi, at 6:00 p.m., same being the time and place for said meeting.

PRESENT: Mayor Chipper McDermott, Alderman Anthony Hall, Alderman W. Earl Washington, Sr., Alderman Buddy Clarke, Alderman Victor Pickich, Alderman Kenny Torgeson, Chief of Police Hendricks, City Attorney Malcolm Jones and City Clerk Marian Gest.

There being a quorum present to transact the business of the City, the following proceedings were had and done.

ADMINISTRATIVE

Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, minutes of the August 31, 2015 Recess meeting, as requested by Dawn Sanders, Deputy City Clerk. A-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, minutes of the September 1, 2015 Regular Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting, as requested by Dawn Sanders, Deputy City Clerk. A-2.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, minutes of the September 2, 2015 Recess meeting, as requested by Dawn Sanders, Deputy City Clerk. A-3.

Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, accepting check in the amount of $1,000.00 from Wal-Mart for youth football gear, as requested by Bret Bentz, Recreation Director. A-4.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Clarke, the Board approved unanimously, request to declare surplus and dispose of the following obsolete and or defective computer equipment and accessories and removed from the City’s inventory, as requested by Shawn Jerone, I. T. Manager. A-5.

. Lexmark Printer (Code) Model CV540n (2012) . Lexmark Printer (City) Model CV540n (2011- 2012) . Brother Color Laser Printer HL 4040CN . OKI Color Laser Printer C3400 . DELL Computer Tower (2) VOSTRO 220S . Dell Computer Tower Optiplex GX270 (2005-2007) . Generic Intel Computer Tower (2006)

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Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Hall, the Board approved unanimously, Mayor Chipper McDermott to request the Statewide Transportation Improvement Project (STIP) project (North Street Sidewalk) be activated with MDOT, as requested by Jennifer Burke.

Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Hall, the Board approved unanimously, request of the following for Toast to the Coast Fundraiser to be held October 16, 2015, this bringing favorable notice and resources to the City, as requested by Steven Bastarache, Toast of the Coast Set-up Chairman. A-7.

. 20 Trash receptacles (to be delivered Thursday, October 15, 2015)

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, Slip Rental Contracts for the DMR AND DEQ rent-free as recommended by Willie Davis, Harbormaster. [DMR has previously had a rent-free contract for many years prior to Hurricane Katrina, but the original contract is believed to have been lost in the storm. DEQ has previously paid rent, but has recently requested a rent-free contract to be treated the same as the DMR, another State agency.] A-8.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, ratifying entering into agreement with Senior Service America, Inc. (SSAI) and Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, as requested by Marian Gest, City Clerk. A-9.

Upon motion of Alderman Clarke, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, modification to Water & Sewer ordinance for rate increases, as requested by Malcolm Jones, City Attorney. A-10.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Washington, the Board approved unanimously, modification to Harbor ordinance for rate increases, as requested by Malcolm Jones, City Attorney. A-11.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, adopting policy for City wide removal of slabs, as requested by Mayor McDermott. A-12.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Clarke, the Board approved unanimously, to table adopting policy for City wide removal of slabs.

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Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, recognizing Mr. Connor Michael Dubuisson for his dedication to the citizens of Pass Christian and for his service to the Pass Christian Police Department, as request by Chief Timothy Hendricks. P-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, recognizing Officer Mickey Moran and Dustyn Franklin as Officers of the Quarter for their dedication to the citizens of Pass Christian and for their service to the Pass Christian Police Department, as request by Chief Timothy Hendricks. P-2.

* * * Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by AldermanTorgeson, the Board approved unanimously, discussing hiring Marcus M. Bergeron, a certified Officer, to fill the existing vacancy in patrol with a starting salary of $28,152.00 effective September 25, 2015, as request by Chief Timothy Hendricks. P-3.

* * * Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Washington, the Board denied the motion to amend the hiring Marcus M. Bergeron, a certified Officer, to fill the existing vacancy in patrol with a starting salary of $28,152.00 effective September 25, 2015 with one-year probation.

. Alderman Clarke: Nay . Alderman Washington: Aye . Alderman Torgeson: Nay . Alderman Pickich: Nay . Alderman Hall: Aye

Upon motion of Alderman Clarke, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved the motion to amend the hiring Marcus M. Bergeron, a certified Officer, to fill the existing vacancy in patrol with a starting salary of $28,152.00 effective September 25, 2015 with six-month probation.

. Alderman Clarke: Aye . Alderman Washington: Nay . Alderman Torgeson: Aye . Alderman Pickich: Aye . Alderman Hall: Nay

CODE DEPARTMENT

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Washington, the Board approved unanimously, Public Works Department to cut the grass at the property owned by Tamika Hawkins located at 321 Fleitas Ave. (Parcel No. 0313A-03-013.000), previously declared as a “Public Menace” pursuant to MS Statutes Section 21-19-11 as requested by Shad Jeanfreau, Building Official. C0-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Hall, the Board approved unanimously, declaring the property owned by Erwin F. & Barbara Hoffman located at 222 Stennis St. (Parcel No. 0213H-05-062.000), a public menace (cut grass and remove abandoned vehicle) pursuant to MS Statutes Section 21-19-11 as requested by Shad Jeanfreau, Building Official. CO-2.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich the Board approved unanimously, the demolition of the property owned by Avery Johnson located at 428 Railroad St. (Parcel No. 0313A-02-003.000), an abandoned/unsafe structure pursuant to MS Statutes Section 21-19-11 as requested by Shad Jeanfreau, Building Official. CO-3.

* * * Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Hall, the Board approved unanimously, Public Works Department to demolish the home owned by Rosemond Ward located at 123 E. North St. (Parcel No. 0312O-01-010.000), previously declared as a “Public Menace” pursuant to MS Statutes Section 21-19-11 as requested by Shad Jeanfreau, Building Official. C0-4.

HARBOR DEPARTMENT

Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, boat slip refund request for remaining credit in the amount of $1,276.74 to Kelly Nguyen. Ms. Nguyen rented slip on April 22, 2015 and paid through September 30, 2015. The vessel malfunctioned in Venice, LA and will not be coming back to the Pass Christian Harbor, as requested by Willie Davis, Harbormaster. H-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson seconded by Alderman Washington, the Board approved unanimously, accepting resignation of Matthew Weiss and advertising for his replacement through October 2, 2015 for a full-time Harbor Patrol position at a rate of pay of $9.00 per hour with a start date of October 27, 2015, as requested by Willie Davis, Harbormaster. H-2.

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, request to go into bid process and advertise to move generator at Station 1, as requested by Fire Chief Dwight Gordon.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, request to amend the digging of ditch/trench project on Henderson Ave. to prevent severe flooding for three residences, need to start project at 374 Henderson Ave. and go North to 390 Henderson the towards the West portion of Henderson Ave. The work to be done is to help drain the public street and mitigate damage resulting from drainage on City streets and erosion on private property, as requested by Russell Holliman, Public Works Director.

MAIN STREET DEPARTMENT

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, financial contribution in the amount of $28,000.00 to Pass Christian Main Street and the following requested needs for the Cruisin’ the Coast event on October 8-10, 2015, this bringing favorable notice to the resources and opportunities of the City, as requested by Jennifer Burke, Main Street Director.

. Site map/Street closures . Barricades . Trash pick-up Thursday, Friday and Saturday . Trash Cans . Generator . Digital Traffic Sign . Overnight Security (Police Officers/Reservists) for Stage Area . Other needs as deemed necessary by the Mayor.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, to amend the motion to Pass Christian Main Street and the following requested needs for the Cruisin’ the Coast event on October 8-10, 2015 to include paying over-time for City employees that work Saturday or after hours for the event.

BEAUTIFICATION DEPARTMENT

Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, request to declare surplus and dispose of the following items and removed from the City’s insurance and inventory, as requested by Wes Jones, Beautification Director.

. 2006 Ford F-250 Pick-Up Truck/TRFR PW Dept-10/01/13 . Troy Built Weed Eater/TRFR Harbor-10/01/13 . Murray Lawn Mower-TRFR P&R 10/01/13 . Backpack Sprayer-TRFR TRFR P&R 10/01/13 . Echo Edger TRFR P&R 10/01/13 . Push Lawnmower TRFR P&R 10/01/13 . VHF 3 DB Antenna . Push Mower 6.75 HP MTD . Handheld Edger Echo . Drill Makita 5 CITY OF PASS CHRISTIAN, MISSISSIPPI MINUTE BOOK 100

CONSENT AGENDA

Upon motion of AldermanTorgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, amending approval request made on July 7, 2015 to send Marian Gest to the IIMC Region IV Meeting, December 2-4, 2015 in New Orleans, LA, $302.64 for lodging and $40.00 for parking, as requested by Marian Gest, City Clerk.

Upon motion of AldermanTorgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, request to send Robynn Dedeaux to a 3-day Municipal Court Clerks Annual Seminar at the Jackson Marriott in Jackson, MS, September 16-18, 2015. Registration, meals and lodging are reimbursed by MJC and request use of City vehicle, as request by F. Philip Wittmann IV, Municipal Court Judge. CA-2.

Upon motion of AldermanTorgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, request to send Jennifer Burke and Paula Dedeaux to a 1-day Grant Writing Training at the Mississippi Office of Highway Safety in Ridgeland, MS, October 21, 2015. Training is free and request use of City vehicle, as request by Chief Timothy Hendricks. CA-3.

* * * Upon motion of AldermanTorgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, receiving monthly Budget Report for August 2015 from City Clerk, as requested by Marian Gest, City Clerk. CA-4.

CLAIMS DOCKET

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Washington, the Board approved unanimously, Claims Docket in the amount of $105,601.89. CD-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, to accept Addendum item.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously accepting resignation request of Officer Michael Williams effective September 27, 2015, as requested by Chief Timothy Hendricks. AD-1.,

Upon motion of Alderman Clarke, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, the hiring of Scott Grady to fill the existing patrol vacancy created by Michael William’s

resignation effective September 29, 2015, a starting salary of $31,452.00 with a six-month probationary period, as requested by Chief Timothy Hendricks. AD-2.

* * * Upon motion of AldermanTorgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, request to send four new recruits (Eric Janssen, Layne Triplett, Emanuel Cintron, & Jason Windham) to MSFA for FF1001-I-II. Class will be September 28 thru November 12, 2015. Cost of class is $1325.00 each, per diem of $700.00 each and use of City vehicle, as requested by Fire Chief Dwight Gordon. AD-3.

* * * Upon motion of Alderman Washington, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, accepting resignation from Lt. Chris Swanier, effective September 30, 2015, and pay him for any accrued time, as requested by Fire Chief Dwight Gordon. AD-4.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, to go into closed session to discuss Police Department personnel issue.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, to go into Executive Session to discuss Police Department personnel issue, as per Malcolm Jones, City Attorney. ES-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall seconded by Alderman Clarke, the Board approved unanimously, to come out of executive session.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved, to set Administrative Hearing for Asst. Chief of Police Michael Lally on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Clarke, the Board approved, to follow the recommendation of Police Chief for disciplinary action for Officer Jason Edmonds.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, to revisit AD-2.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson, seconded by Alderman Clarke, the Board approved unanimously, to amend the hiring of Scott Grady to fill the existing patrol vacancy created by Michael William’s resignation effective September 29, 2015, a starting salary of $31,452.00 with a six-month probationary period.

Upon motion of Alderman Torgeson the Board approved unanimously, to go into closed session to discuss Police Department personnel issue.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Torgeson, the Board approved unanimously, to go into Executive Session to discuss Public Works Department personnel issue, as per Malcolm Jones, City Attorney. ES-1.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall seconded by Alderman Clarke, the Board approved unanimously, to come out of executive session.

Upon motion of Alderman Hall, seconded by Alderman Washington, the Board approved, to table motion until Thursday, September 24, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.

Upon motion of Alderman Clarke, seconded by Alderman Pickich, the Board approved unanimously, motion to recess until 6:00 p.m. Thursday, September 24, 2015.

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