Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council
City of Ball Ground, Georgia
Ball Ground City Hall ~ 7:00 P.M.

1.  Meeting Called to Order by Mayor Pro Tem Frank Homiller in the absence of Mayor Rick Roberts

Present for the meeting were:
John Byrd, Council Member Mickey O’Malley, Council Member
Lee Prettyman, Council Member Andrenia Stoner, Council Member
Donna England, Finance Officer Bryon Reeves, Police Chief
Darrell Caudill, City Attorney Eric Wilmarth, City Manager
Karen L. Jordan, City Clerk

2. Pledge of Allegiance

 

1. Appearances

 

1. Announcements – City Manager Eric Wilmarth

April 21, 2018 – Ball Ground Business & Community Association Fundraising Event

April 23, 2018 – Congressman Barry Loudermilk host Local Government Services Day at Chattahoochee Tech’s North Metro Campus

April 26, 2018 – Downtown District Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Study Public Meeting at 6 PM in City Hall

April 26, 2018 – Ball Ground Police Dept. will host an Active Shooter Class at BGUMC beginning at 6 PM

 

1. Consider Approval of March 8, 2018 Meeting Minutes

Council Member Stoner put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Prettyman to approve the minutes of the March 8, 2018 meeting as submitted in writing by the City Clerk.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Old Business

1. Consider 2nd Reading Sign Ordinance

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve the second reading of the Sign Ordinance as submitted.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider 2nd Reading of Solid Waste Ordinance

Council Member Stoner put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve the second reading of the Solid Waste Ordinance as submitted.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. New Business

1. Consider Professional Services Agreement between Brown Pelican Consulting, LLC and City of Ball Ground for the purpose to prepare, agree upon and submit to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) a Service Delivery Agreement

 

City Manager Wilmarth informed Council Members that the Mayor and City Manager of each City met and decided to contract with an outside firm for the purpose of providing consulting services solely to the cities for services pertaining to Service Delivery Agreement and other issues facing cities in Georgia.  The Firm shall perform other services as determined by the Cities from time to time and as outlined in the Services Agreement. The cost of services is split by population.

 

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Byrd to approve entering into an Agreement between Brown Pelican Consulting, LLC, (“the Firm”) and the municipalities of Ball Ground, Canton, Holly Springs, Mountain Park, Nelson, Waleska, and Woodstock (“the Cities”) for services such as development of written reports as will aid the Cities in their negotiations with Cherokee County in the preparation of a new Service Delivery Agreements and other services as outlined in the Agreement.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider 1st Reading of FY 2018/2019 Budget

City Manager Wilmarth submitted the FY 2018/2019 Budget for Council consideration.

 

• In the General Operating Fund Budget, the projected total revenue of $1,042,735.00 is an increase of 12% over the previous year.   Significant changes deal with personnel cost and benefits.

 

• SPLOST Revenue reflects a 66% increase because of several grants awarded for City projects.

 

• Water and Sewage Budget shows an increase of 2% due in part to the .10 cent per thousand increases on all tier levels of water and sewer consumption in January 2018.

 

• Storm Water Utility Fund has been added to the budget in anticipation of the adoption of a Storm Water Utility Ordinance.  Funds would be generated by applying a fee of $48.00 per year on each residential equivalent unit within the City.

 

• Solid Waste Fund reflects an 8% increase over the previous year due to the anticipated growth within the City.

 

• Total budget reflects a 28% increase over the previous FY 2017/2018 Budget.

 

Budget totals are as follows:

General Fund $1,042,735.

Fire District Tax $   256,000.

SPLOST $1,280,020.

Water/Sewer $1,172,800.

Storm Water $     33,850.

Solid Waste $   175,000.

Total $3,960,405.

 

Council Member Stoner put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Byrd to approve the first reading of the FY 2018/2019 Budget as submitted.

Motion Unanimously Approved.

 

1. Consider 1st Reading of Annexation Petition

Applicant:  Josh Briggs/Cedar Ridge Services, LLC

Applicant is requesting annexation of 2.27 acres at 674 Old Dawsonville Rd.

Current zoning is AG

 

Council Member Byrd put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Stoner to approve the first reading of the Annexation Petition submitted by Josh Briggs/Cedar Ridge Services, LLC.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Appointment to Sequoyah Regional Library Board of Trustees

Mayor Pro Tem Homiller stated The Sequoyah Regional Library System is overseen by the Regional Library Board of Trustees that is composed of nine members from the local county boards. Appointments to the Regional Board include five members from the Cherokee Board, two members from the Pickens Board and two members from the Gilmer Board.

 

The County Boards oversee the operations of the local library or libraries and reports to the Regional Board.

 

Mayor Pro Tem stated Beth Hall has served six years on the board and does not wish to be reappointed for a third term.  He further stated that Mayor Roberts has recommended Council confirm the appointment of Sharon Morse to fill the seat of Mrs. Hall.

 

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to appoint Mrs. Sharon Morse to the Sequoyah Regional Library Board of Trustees.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Rezone Request  Applicant: Stefanie Joyner

Applicant is requesting to rezone 1,54 acres at 153 Commerce Lane and 995 Old Canton Road from R-40 to R-40 and R-20. If rezoned, the property will continue to be used as single family residential.

 

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Byrd to approve the request for change of zoning from R-40 to R-40 and R-20 for property located at 153 Commerce Lane and 995 Old Canton Road as submitted by Stefanie Joyner.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider request by Diamond Head Development for Special Use Permit to allow for a solid waste transfer station in Light Industrial (LI) Zoning

 

City Manager Wilmarth presented a Proposal for Waste Transfer Station and Services by Diamondhead Development, LLC for Council consideration.  He stated this is a permitted use within the City Development Code provided a special use permit is granted by the City Council.

 

The proposal states Diamondhead Development, LLC is requesting a land use permit from the City of Ball Ground in order to build a solid waste transfer station located on Stewart Way.  The waste transfer station would handle both MSW (Municipal Solid Waste) and C&D (Construction and Demolition).

 

Following Council discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Byrd, Seconded by Council Member Prettyman to move forward with negotiations between the City of Ball Ground and Diamondhead Development, LLC to draft an ordinance governing solid waste transfer station(s) operating within the City of Ball Ground.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. City Managers Report

A written and oral operational and financial report was presented to Council Members by City Manager Wilmarth.

 

A written operational report of the Police Department’s activity for the month ended March 31, 2018, was presented by Chief Reeves.

 

1. Mayor Roberts Comments

 

1. Council Members Comments

Council Member O’Malley reported the lighting system of field 2 was back in operational order.  He also reported the backboard on the basketball court had been repaired.

 

1. Public Comments

Jim McCain and Kyle Wolfel, residents of Sage Hill Subdivision addressed Council asking for help with a drainage issue behind their houses.  Mr. Wolfel, President of the Sage Hill HOA stated the water draining off of South Sharp Mountain Church Lane is causing damage to the homeowner’s backyards.   Mr. Wolfel said he doesn’t feel it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to fix the problem. He further stated he felt the fault lies with the city and county.

 

City Manager Wilmarth told Mr. Wolfel that he would contact EPD to find out if the Notice of Termination had been issued to the developer.  City Manager Wilmarth further stated he would forward the response from EPD to Mr. Wolfel and to Jeff Morton, Director of Cherokee County Public Works and Engineer.  Mr. Morton would also be informed of the residents’ issues with the road, South Sharp Mountain Church Lane.

 

1. Executive Session (If Needed)

 

1. Adjourn – There being no further business for consideration a motion was duly made and seconded to adjourn at 8:00 P.M.

 

The minutes of this April 12, 2018, City Council Meeting approved this 10th Day of May 2018.

 

______________________________ ________________________________

Mayor, A. R. Roberts, III Mayor Pro Tem Frank Homiller

 

______________________________ _______________________________

Council Member John Byrd Council Member Mickey O’Malley

 

______________________________ ______________________________

Council Member Lee Prettyman Council Member Andrenia Stoner

 

Attest:  _____________________________

Karen L. Jordan, City Clerk

Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council
City of Ball Ground, Georgia
Ball Ground City Hall ~ 7:00 P.M.

Minutes
March 8, 2018

1.  Call Meeting to Order by Mayor Rick Roberts

Present for the meeting were:

John Byrd, Council Member

Frank Homiller, Council Member

Mickey O’Malley, Council Member

Lee Prettyman, Council Member

Andrenia Stoner, Council Member

Donna England, Finance Officer

Bryon Reeves, Police Chief

Darrell Caudill, City Attorney

Eric Wilmarth, City Manager

Karen L. Jordan, City Clerk

 

1.  Pledge of Allegiance

 

1. Appearances

Brandon Roberts, President/CEO of Branches of Faith, Inc.

Brandon Roberts, President, and CEO or Branches of Faith, Inc. provided information about his non-profit organization.  He extended an invitation to Mayor and Council Members to the launch party on March 17, 2018, to be held at Blank Stages Acting Studio beginning at 6:30 P.M.   

 

1. Announcements – City Manager Eric Wilmarth

None

 

1. Consider Approval of January 11, 2018, Meeting Minutes (No February Meeting held)

Council Member O’Malley put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member Byrd to approve the minutes of January 11, 2018, Council Meeting as submitted in writing by the City Clerk.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Old Business

1. Consider 2nd Reading of Ordinance to Prohibit Use of ATV’s within the City

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. New Business

1. Consider Resolution Recognizing Diversity in Needs With Respect to local control of fireworks

Council Member Homiller put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member Byrd to approve A RESOLUTION 2018- R01 Recognizing the diversity of needs in different regions of our state with respect to the use of fireworks; and for other purposes in The city of Ball Ground.

Motion Unanimously Approved

1. Consider Adoption of Cherokee County Water and Sewer Authority Sewer Use Rules and Regulations

City Manager Wilmarth stated presently the City of Canton treats our wastewater; therefore, we comply with their Rules and Regulation.  In the near future, we will discontinue using their services and begin using Cherokee County Water and Sewage Authority (CCWSA) for treatment.  At that time it will be mandatory that we comply with the Rules and Regulations of CCWSA for treatment. This ultimately means CCWSA will begin monitoring our system especially as it pertains to grease traps.

 

Council Member Homiller put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve the adoption of the Cherokee County Water and Sewage Authority (CCWSA) Rules and Regulations as related to sewage treatment.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider 1st Reading of Sign Ordinance

City Manager Wilmarth reviewed the changes in the proposed ordinance that differ in the existing ordinance.

Council Member Homiller put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve the first reading of the proposed ordinance.

Motion Unanimously Approved.

 

1. Consider Committee Appointments Study Historic Preservation Ordinance

Mayor Roberts stated it was discussed at the Planning Retreat to appoint a committee to study the need for a Historic Preservation Ordinance and Commission and if warranted develop a proposed ordinance for Mayor and Council consideration.  The following people were appointed by Mayor Roberts

Frank Homiller, Stefanie Joyner, Michael Chapman, Jennie Byers and Bo Pollard

 

1. Consider Appointments to Ad Hoc Committee To Study Property Maintenance Ordinance

Mayor Roberts appointed the following people to review existing ordinances regarding property maintenance.  The committee will also determine what if any changes are needed to the existing ordinance and if warranted develop a new ordinance for Mayor and Council consideration.

Mayor Roberts, Lee Prettyman, Police SGT Kim Murphy, Julie Arthur and Eric Wilmarth

 

1. Consider 1st Reading of Solid Waste Ordinance

City Manager Wilmarth stated the proposed ordinance is a re-write of the previous ordinance proposed earlier this year.

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member Stoner to approve the first reading of this ordinance.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Proposal to Resurface Outdoor Basketball Court

Council Member stated the City’s liability insurance provider Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency (GIRMA) when making their yearly inspection found the outdoor basketball courts to be in need of repair.  Staff contacted Southeastern Tennis Courts and Match Point Tennis to obtain quotes to repair the courts. Only Southeastern Tennis Courts responded with a quote of $8,725.00.

 

Council Member O’Malley put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member Prettyman to engage Southeastern Tennis Courts to make the necessary repairs at a cost of $8,725.00.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. City Managers Report

A written and oral operational and financial report was presented to Mayor and Council Members by City Manager Wilmarth

 

1. Mayor Roberts Comments

Mayor Roberts stated he and staff continue to work toward obtaining an alternate truck route to divert truck traffic out of the downtown.  Until such time Mayor Roberts stated it is his desire for the Georgia Department of Transportation to repair SR 372 which continues to deteriorate on a daily bases.

 

1. Council Members Comments

Council Member O’Malley reported the lighting system on Field #2 is in need of repairs.  Approximately two weeks ago the lights began having issues and since been inoperable. He stated the Parks and Recreation Committee met prior to tonight’s meeting to discuss options on how to repair.  The committee recommends the repair of the lights at a cost not to exceed $15,000.00.

 

Council Member O’Malley put forth a motion, seconded by Council Member Prettyman to approve the expenditure to repair the lights at a cost not to exceed $15,000.00.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

Council Members Homiller, Prettyman, and Byrd commented on the success of the Tour of the Highlands Bicycle Race held on March 3rd and 4th.

 

Council Member Homiller announced The Georgia Trust Expedition will include historic homes and sites of Canton, Ball Ground, and Waleska during the day-long Expedition Saturday, March 24, 2018.  Two of the featured home is the Lovelady/Stripling/Homiller Home and Higgins/Lusk Home, both located in Ball Ground.

 

1. Public Comments – None

 

1. Executive Session (If Needed)

 

1. Adjourn

There being no further business for consideration a motion was duly made and seconded to adjourn at 8:10 P.M.

 

The minutes of this March 8, 2018, City Council Meeting approved this 12th Day of April, 2018.

 

______________________________ ________________________________

Mayor, A. R. Roberts, III Mayor Pro Tem Frank Homiller

 

______________________________ _______________________________

Council Member John Byrd Council Member Mickey O’Malley

 

______________________________ ______________________________

Council Member Lee Prettyman Council Member Andrenia Stoner

 

Attest:  _____________________________

Karen L. Jordan, City Clerk

Regular Meeting of the Mayor and City Council
City of Ball Ground, Georgia
Ball Ground City Hall ~ 7:00 P.M.

MINUTES
January 11, 2018

1. City Clerk Karen Jordan called the meeting to order and administered the Oath of Office to Rick Roberts for the office of Mayor and John Byrd and Mickey O’Malley for the office of City Council.  Each will serve a four-year term.

Present for the meeting were:

John Byrd, Council Member

Frank Homiller, Council Member

Mickey O’Malley, Council Member

Lee Prettyman, Council Member

Andrenia Stoner, Council Member

Donna England, Finance Officer

Bryon Reeves, Police Chief

Darrell Caudill, City Attorney

Eric Wilmarth, City Manager

Karen L. Jordan, City Clerk

 

2. Pledge of Allegiance

 

3. Appearances

James Bence, Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC – Presentation of Financial Audit for Period Ended June 30, 2017

4. Announcements/Informational Items/Project Updates – City Manager

City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2018, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

 

Annual City Council Planning Retreat scheduled for Saturday, February 17, 2018

 

5. Consider Approval of December 14, 2017, Minutes

Council Member Homiller put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Stoner to approve the minutes of the December 14, 2017, City Council Meeting.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

6. Old Business
7. a) Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance Prohibiting the Retail Sale of Dogs & Cats

Council Member Stoner put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Homiller to approve the second reading of the proposed ordinance.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

7. New Business
8. a) Consider Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Stoner to appoint Council Member Frank Homiller as Mayor Pro Tem for the ensuing year.

Motion Unanimously Approved

Council Member Homiller abstained

 

1. Consider Appointment of 2018 Department Heads, Committees and Board Members

The following Department Heads were appointed by Mayor Roberts and confirmed by Council Members.

 

City Clerk Karen L. Jordan

Chief of Police Bryon Reeves

Public Works Eric Wilmarth

City Attorney Roach, Caudill & Gunn

City Auditor Mauldin & Jenkins

Engineer G. Ben Turnipseed Engineers

Architect Mark Robillard

Elections Super Karen Jordan

Clerk of Court Kim Forman

Assistant Clerk of Court Karen L. Jordan

Municipal Court Judge Gary Markwell

 

Tree Board Appointments

Karen Jordan, Chairman

Jennie Byers

Beth Hall

Sitting president of the Ball Ground Garden Club

 

Zoning Board of Appeals

David Kubala

Daniel Sisson

Jennie Byers

Jeremy Parker

Ellen Goldberg

 

Council Committees Chair Other Staff

Insurance & Personnel Andy Mickey Donna

Historic & Natural Preservation Frank Andy Karen

Parks & Recreation Mickey Frank Karla

Public Works & Services John Lee Eric

Public Safety Lee John Chief

 

Mayor Roberts serves as an ex officio member of each committee.

 

Council Member Homiller put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve the following Executive Committee members:

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

Executive Committee

Mayor Roberts

Council Member Frank Homiller

Council Member John Byrd (Alternate)

City Manager Eric Wilmarth

 

1. Reaffirm Check Signers for any/all banking/checking accounts

Council Member Prettyman put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Stoner to authorize Mayor Roberts, City Manager Eric Wilmarth and City Clerk Karen Jordan as check signers for any/all banking/checking accounts.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Adoption of Fee Schedule

A schedule of Fees for city services was presented to council for consideration.  City Manager Wilmarth stated most of the fees remained the same but there were changes and a few new ones added to the list.  The proposed changes are stated below.

 

Licensing for Wine Only package sales:   $350

Licensing for Wine Only Pouring:  $350

Licensing for Wine Tasting:  $350

Licensing for Brewery:  $350

Licensing for Growler Permit:  $350

 

Special Events permitting:  $300 + $1 per person attending (can be waived by DDA for special events determined to have an offsetting financial benefit to the BG economy)

 

.10 cents per thousand increase in both water and sewer sales rates (example sewer rate would increase from $5.10 per thousand gallons to $5.20 per thousand gallons)

 

Council Member Stoner put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Prettyman to adopt the schedule of fees for city services as presented.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Establishing and Fixing Qualifying Fees for Municipal Elections per O.C.G.A. §21-2-131(1)(a) and election qualifying dates.

Council Member O’Malley put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Stoner to approve the qualifying fee of $35.00 for the office of City Council and $108.00 for the office of Mayor.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Adoption of City of Ball Ground Zoning Map

Council Member Byrd put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Prettyman to approve the adoption of the City of Ball Ground Zoning Map as presented to Council Members.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Arbor Day Proclamation

Mayor Roberts read a proclamation declaring Friday, February 16, 2018, as Arbor Day in the City of Ball Ground.  The annual tree planting event date and time will be announced at a later date.

 

Council Member Byrd put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to approve the proclamation as read by Mayor Roberts.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider “Opt-In” to District Regional Program for Commercial Indoor Water Use Assessments

City Manager briefed Mayor Roberts and Council Members about the invitation to Opt-In to the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District Program for Commercial Indoor Water Use Assessments.  As a water provider, we have to either develop our own commercial water use assessment program or participate in a regional program.

 

By participating in this program, we will combine commercial water use assessments with existing energy assessment programs provided by power companies.  There is no cost to the city associated with this program at this time. By participating in the program we will work to establish partnerships with power companies to perform an assessment of both water and energy usage.  I believe there may be a cost imposed in the future and at that time we may opt-out stated City Manager Wilmarth.

 

Council Member Byrd put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to participate in this program.

Motion Unanimously Approved.

 

1. Discussion of Public Parking Time Limits in Downtown

Council Member Byrd stated people attending events downtown are parking in front of the businesses for extended periods of time limiting parking for other businesses.  He felt imposing a two-hour parking limit would be a solution to the problem.

 

Council Members entered into a discussion on how to best solve the problem.  Following the discussion a motion was made by Council Member Homiller, Seconded by Council Member Byrd to impose a two (2) hour time limit on the five (5) parking spaces along the south side of Gilmer Ferry Road beginning at Valley Street and extending west for a ninety (90) day time period and to revisit this matter at the council planning retreat.

Motion Unanimously Approved.

 

1. Consider 1st Reading of Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Ordinance Council Member Byrd put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member O’Malley to table this item of business.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

1. Consider Zoning Request by Feroz Ali for 5.45 acres located at 8049 and 8051 Ball Ground Hwy.

No action taken.  Mr. Ali failed to appear before the Cherokee County Planning Session to present his case.

 

1. Consider Ordinance To Prohibit the Use of ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES (ATV’s) within the incorporated limits of the City Council Member O’Malley opened discussion of the prohibited use of all-terrain vehicles (ATV’S) within the City.  He stated the complaints have mostly come from residents in subdivisions.

 

City Manager Wilmarth stated he had observed several properties where individuals are riding causing the vegetation to become nonexistent.

 

Following the discussion Council Member O’Malley put forth a motion, Seconded by Council Member Byrd to approve the first reading of an ordinance to restrict the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATV’S) in the City of Ball Ground.

Motion Unanimously Approved

 

8. City Manager’s Report

A written and oral operational and financial report was presented to Mayor and Council Members by City Manager Wilmarth.

 

9. Mayor’s Comments

Mayor Roberts commented as he began his 27th year as mayor it was an honor to serve the residents of The City of Ball Ground.  He commented on the stability of the city staff and what a pleasure it was to work with them.

 

Mayor Roberts announced that the 2018 Annual Council Planning Retreat would be held at the Historic Homiller House on Saturday, February 17, 2018.

 

I0. Council Members’ Reports

Council Member O’Malley reported that the City Gym is being utilized every day of the week and weekends.

 

Council Member Byrd spoke of his visit to the Burger Bus which is a favorite place for those who frequent the City Gym to visit after games and practice.

 

Council Member Homiller asked that we review the list of potential properties deserving of the placement of a Historic Plaque on the building front.

 

Council Member Prettyman commended Chief Reeves and his officers for the fine job they are doing.

 

11. Public Comments – None

 

12. Executive Session (If Needed)

 

13. Adjourn

There being no further business for Council consideration a motion was duly made and seconded to adjourn at 8:25 PM.

 

The minutes of this January 11, 2018, City Council Meeting approved this 8th Day of March, 2018.

 

______________________________ ________________________________

Mayor, A. R. Roberts, III Mayor Pro Tem Frank Homiller

 

______________________________ _______________________________

Council Member John Byrd Council Member Mickey O’Malley

 

______________________________ ______________________________

Council Member Lee Prettyman Council Member Andrenia Stoner

 

Attest:  _____________________________

Karen L. Jordan, City Clerk