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TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
DECEMBER 4, 2008
5:30 PM
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance was given by Councilman
Scott. All members of Council were present except for Councilman Harvell.
There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve the contract with Goldie and Associates on the wastewater upgrade. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
The meeting adjourned at 5:40 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
REGULAR SCHEDULED MEETING
DECEMBER 1, 2008
6:00 PM
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The invocation and pledge of allegiance was given by the Mayor, also.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
Public comments were from Roger Welborn requesting the use of the gym in January for Hillcrest Baptist Church.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow Hillcrest Baptist Church use of the gym January 17, 2009. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
The Mayor asked the council to consider giving the employees a cost of living raise in 2009. This was for information
only. No action was taken.
The Mayor asked the council to consider doing a rate study on the water and sewer in 2009. This was for information
only. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to vote on a resolution to change the towns insurance from the
Cigna PPO network to the MedCost PPO network. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to adopt the resolution to change the insurance PPO networks. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
Councilman Crout made an announcement that the town would give a presentation to council and residents on January 26,
2009 on the status of the wastewater plant upgrade. This was for information only. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to accept a resolution to dedicate the baseball fields in honor of Charlie D.
Martin. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to have a special called meeting on December 4, 2008 at 5:30 pm to look over
and vote on a new contract with Goldie and Associates. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote
carried.
A motion was made by Counciman Scott to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The
vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harvell. The vote carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried. The
meeting adjourned at 7:51 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SEMI MONTHLY MEETING
NOVEMBER 17, 2008 6:00 PM
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving council members were present. The Invocation and Pledge of
Allegiance were given by Councilman Scott.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott, seconded by Mayor Clardy to approve the minutes from October 20, 2008. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Harvell to approve the minutes from November 3, 2008. The vote
carried.
Public comments were heard from Walt Smith and Pam Owens.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Crout to continue our postage meter service with Pitney Bowes. This is
for a 48 month lease at $134 dollars a month. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Harvell to cancel the semi-monthly meeting in December due to the
holidays. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy, seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve a bid from Carolina Fence Company. This will be for 2 -
16 foot gates and 1 walk through gate for the soccer fields. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy, seconded by Councilman Crout to amend the agenda. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy, seconded by Councilman Crout to rename the cemetery fund and call it “Dalton/Gossett Cemetery Trust
Fund.” The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Middleton to amend the agenda for discussion on the Gray Drive
playground equipment. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy, seconded by Councilman Scott to go into executive session to discuss personnel matters. The vote
carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell, seconded by Councilman Middleton to re-enter into public session. The vote carried. No action
was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy, seconded by Councilman Scott to adopt a resolution to accept and enforce statements forthcoming
from the Anderson Regional Joint Water Association. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout, seconded by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to discuss getting a credit card issued to the
town. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy, seconded by Councilman Middleton to allow the town to apply for a credit card with a $2500 limit
issued to the town administrator, Phyllis Lollis. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton, seconded by Councilman Harvell to adjourn. The vote carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm.
WILLIAMSTON REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
NOVEMBER 3, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present. The invocation was given by
Councilman Middleton.
The minutes for October 20, 2008 will be available by the next meeting.
There were no public comments.
Dianne Lollis from the WAHC presented information about a play called “The Man in Grey” by a man in North Carolina based on the Civil
War which they would like to present in the gymnasium near the end of January or beginning of February 2009. More details will be
needed to approve.
Another special request was read by the Mayor for renting one room and kitchen on December 13 at 5:00 pm for a Christmas party for a
Calvary Baptist Church Sunday School class. Due to that date already being reserved, they may be back at the next meeting to
request a different date.
Tim Hood reported to Council concerning the status of the DHEC permits. He stated that DHEC updated our consent order to allow us more
time for sludge removal. Also, DHEC would like for the Town to use a spray system instead of drip for the land application
process. Mr. Hood said not enough land is yet available for that method. Mayor Clardy said that the new access road will be used for
upgrades and sludge removal. Councilman Middleton said that Goldie & Associates were trying to find a place for the sludge, and he
was concerned about getting the sludge removed before warm weather returned due to the odor problem.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to keep our current auditors (Greene, Finney, & Horton) and to amend the
budget to add in the cost difference ($10,000) - half to water/sewer and half to the general fund. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy presented more information concerning a 3% cost of living raise for the employees. Councilman Middleton made a motion
seconded by Councilman Crout to table the discussion to a later meeting. The motion carried with Mayor Clardy opposed.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to reed the bids received for the generator. All voted in favor. Bids
were received from Lee Wardlaw ($1,500) and Keith Almond ($3,000 including removal and any building damage). Town Administrator
Phyllis Lollis said that Brian Jarvis, a dealer of similar equipment, indicated that if the generator were in working condition it
would be worth about $8,000; however since it has been sitting idle for about 20 years it would need about $4,000 in repairs.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to re-bid the generator. The motion carried. Mayor Clardy made a motion
to publish the re-bid for 60 days on the MASC and SCBO web sites. Councilman Middleton said that Council would have the right to
refuse all bids and seconded the motion. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy reported that the engineer’s assessment of the building was still in progress and moving forward.
Discussion concerning the postage meter was tabled until the next meeting.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to discuss cemetery funds. The motion carried. The
Town’s attorney said he was in receipt of two letters, a $2,500 check, and a $7,500 check from the James G. Dalton family. The $2,500
check could be used by the Cemetery Committee but the $7,500 check was for an endowment controlled by the Town. Mayor Clardy made
a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to establish by resolution the Dalton Cemetery Trust Fund where only the interest or account
as a whole could only be used by action of Mayor and Council. Mayor Clardy per advice from the Town’s attorney amended his motion
to state that the resolution would be in compliance with the two letters received from the Dalton family.
Per Attorney Thompson’s request, Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to go into a brief executive session.
All voted in favor. Councilman Harvell made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to return to public session. All voted in favor.
No action was taken.
Monthly requests for paving and other needs included cleaning the ditches on Green Street and a driveway apron at 108 E. Street.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to approve submission to the County. The motion carried. Mayor Clardy
reported that Holt Hopkins said that the County could not prioritize our requests and suggested contracting a private firm for
that purpose.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at 6:35.
WILLIAMSTON SECOND SEMIMONTHLY MEETING
OCTOBER 20, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present. The invocation was given by
Councilman Crout.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve the minutes from Sept. 25, 2008. All voted in favor. Councilman
Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to approve the minutes from October 6, 2008. All voted in favor.
There were no public comments.
Item 1 was concerning an ordinance dealing with repair or replacement of sewage lines. The ordinance is not ready and the Town’s
attorney said he would like to address that in executive session.
Item 2, concerning the status of obtaining an auditor, also will be addressed in executive session. Any actions needed to change our
current auditing firm, Greene, Finney, and Horton, would be held in public session.
Mayor Clardy presented information about a 3% cost of living raise. The increase in wages would amount to $25,258.13 for the general
fund and $8,561.28 for water and sewer. The Mayor said he has also asked for additional information including the cost of FICA,
retirement, etc. Mayor Clardy made a motion to approve the 3% cost of living raise across the board to all hourly employees. There
was no further discussion, and the motion died for lack of a second.
Mayor Clardy asked that Veterans Day be added as a Town holiday to the employee manual. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by
Councilman Middleton to discuss other issues. Nepotism, inclement weather, comp time, and job descriptions were discussed. It was
agreed that the Town Administrator would have the discretion to address nepotism. Councilman Middleton made several motions as
amendments to the manual. The Town Administrator is to consult with department heads about inclement weather and decide by 6:00 am
about closing which departments and to notify the press. Also, it is expected that comp time be taken during the same pay period with
the Town Administrator having final discretion. Vacation time is to be scheduled and approved through the Administrator.
Councilman Crout wants to create a subsection of job descriptions to the manual. The Town Attorney indicated that can be adopted at
later dates. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve the second and final reading of the policy and
procedures manual ordinance. All voted in favor.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to accept the bid of an engineer to study the Municipal Center
building integrity and spend up to $3000 for the study and completion status of the study to be given at that time. The cost is to be
paid out of building repair and maintenance. All voted in favor.
Discussing the contractual matters of the generator was moved to executive session.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to table to executive session discussion about the additional cost of
the wiring for the new park lights. All voted in favor. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve
additional paint costs up to $150. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy, for information purposes, said that Jim Simpson has asked the Council to seek legal advice from the Town Attorney and
documentation be prepared for Mr. Simpson’s donation of a portion of his right-of-way to the Town so that the relocation of Pelzer
Avenue can be done to Town property.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to amend the agenda to discuss purchasing CD’s. The motion carried.
Discussion about depositing $250,000 in a CD at BB&T for 90 days as well as other options of interest bearing accounts followed.
The discussion was then tabled to executive session.
Mayor Clardy asked the Town Attorney to check into the legalities of supplying water consumption data of the residents of the Forest
Hills subdivision to JACABB Utilities to help those residents get a fairer rate for their sewer charges.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to advertise for bids for 30 days with the minimum bid of $2500 and
the right to reject all bids for a 1986 Chevy Dump truck and to use the money to repair the back-up packer. The motion carried.
The purchase of a trailer for the cannon was presented as information.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to table Item 12, a proposal for Geographic Information System Services.
The motion carried.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to approve the change of water billing to an outside firm that will
print the bills on paper instead of cards, stuff the bills, and mail. The motion carried.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to go into executive session. The motion carried.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to return to public session. The motion carried. No action was taken
in executive session.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to authorize the Town Administrator to immediately bring all Town
accounts (interest and principal) into compliance with FDIC insurance. The motion carried. Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded
by Councilman Scott to authorize the Town Administrator to invest $250,000 in a certificate of deposit for up to six months and
that principal and interest be FDIC insured. The motion carried.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at 8:05 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
REGULAR SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING
OCTOBER 6, 2008 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by the Mayor, also. All presently
serving members of Council were present.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to approve the meeting from the September 25, 2008 special called meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
Public comments were heard from David Meade and Willie Joe Wright.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to amend the agenda to place a request made by David Meade to have the Journal host a debate
among the candidates running for political office in the Town of Williamston. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The
vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow the Journal to use the auditorium in town hall for a political debate among the persons
running for political office on Thursday October 23, 2008 at 7:00 pm. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to give $500 to the Springwater Committee for “Boo in the Park.” This money is to be taken out
of the hospitality. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow Diane Lollis use of the auditorium on November 16, 2008 for a Little Miss Williamston
Springwater Festival. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
An ordinance for repairing and replacing sewer lines will be placed on the agenda for the next meeting.
Item 3 was for information only. The town is seeking interested parties in conducting the June 30, 2008 fiscal year audit.
The mayor stated he would give information to the council this week concerning a 3% employee raise. He said he would place it on the
next agenda for action.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to add to the draft employee manual that all vacation be approved through the administrator.
Also, to add a personal day that had been left out of the draft manual for each full time employee. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve the employee manual as submitted with the changes noted for 1st reading. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to officially note the name of the Gray Drive Park to the Gray Drive Recreational Park, and to seek
grant money for playground equipment for this park. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have 2nd and final reading on the ordinance to purchase Lot 2 in Gatewood Subdivision. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to have the ball field lights installed in the amount of $17,950 that the school district
donated to us, and to send a thank you letter immediately to School District One for the lights. The motion was seconded by Mayor
Clardy. The vote carried.
There will be a public forum at the town hall on October 14, 2008 at 6:00pm to educate the residents of Forest Hills Subdivision about
the sewer charges on their bill.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday October 20, 2008 at 5:30 pm for the completion of phase
one of the Downtown Revitalization Project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to use $8500 out of the hospitality fund for installation of the decorative lights in the park. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. Councilman Scott and Councilman Harvell opposed. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to authorize the Mayor to consult with the SCDOT about decorative lights on the bridge and
easement right of ways. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote
carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to accept the monthly request from the council. The 2 request were 35 Traxler Avenue and 106 Third
Street. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried. The meeting adjourned
at 9:01 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 25, 2008 7:30 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Councilman Scott led the invocation and pledge of allegiance.
There were no public comments.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to purchase Lot 2 of the Gatewood subdivision and authorizing our real
estate attorney Allen and Eakes to do a title search incurring a fee up to $400 and for the Town to pay the property taxes for a
fraction of the year. All voted in favor.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to adjourn and all voted in favor. Adjournment was at 7:40
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
REGULAR SCHEDULED COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 8, 2008, 6:00PM
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving members of Council were present. The Invocation and Pledge of
Allegiance were given by Councilman Middleton.
Public comments were heard from Johnnie Bell, Ken Marshall, Roger Welborn, David Meade, Marsha Calvert.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from August 18, 2008. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton.
The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow Hillcrest Baptist Church use of Town Hall on October 17, 2008. The motion was seconded
by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to allow Christ Like Ministries use of the amphitheater and the long table October 31, 2008.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to allow Diane Lollis use of the park for “Boo in the Park” on October 25, 2008. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have 2nd and final reading on the International Property Maintenance Ordinance. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to purchase two 6 feet park benches at the cost of $1088. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to seek sealed bids for the 1984 Kubota tractor, placing a reserve of $1500. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow $1000 for the parks and recreation department to have 25 stumps ground up. The money
will come from the hospitality fund. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to authorize the Mayor to have Duke Energy do a study for street lights on Randall Street.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to adopt the Safety & Loss control resolution presented to them. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to have the Cherokee Road bridge repaired. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The
vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to submit our list of recommendations for road maintenance repairs to the county, and let
them evaluate and prioritize our request. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to allow Walter Smith Sr. to oversee the Williamston Christmas parade on December 13, 2008 at
3:00 pm. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made Councilman Middleton to have Greene, Finney, and Horton give us referrals for qualified auditors. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote
carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have the next council meeting on October 6, 2008 at 6:00 pm. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried. The meeting adjourned
at 8:15 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SECOND MONTHLY COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 18, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Mayor Clardy led the invocation and pledge of allegiance.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to approve the minutes from August 8, 2008. All voted in favor
Public comments were given by Allen Ashley and Danny Allen.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to amend the agenda to add discussion concerning the
transporting by Mr. Ashley’s group of the Town’s cannon for fitting to the carriage being built by Miller Wagon &
Cannon Company in Tennessee. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to authorize giving custody to
Mr. Ashley’s group to transport the cannon. All voted in favor.
There was discussion on revisiting the cafeteria roof repair quotes (Item 1) to try to get some uniformity among them.
Additionally, other building issues such as the termite damage, cracks in the outside wall corners, and support of
the gymnasium floor led to discussing Item 3 concerning an engineer study. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by
Councilman Middleton to advertise or search for engineers to give us opinions as well as bid proposals regarding
correcting these issues.
Discussion on Item 2 concerning Municipal flag quotes resulted in deciding to ask Tim Gentry to contact Victory Corps
to verify a price quote for single-sided flag and send them an old flag for examination.
In discussion about getting a bulk fuel tank, Councilman Middleton wanted our accountants to do a cost analysis to
determine the payback period based on the projected savings and Mayor Clardy said he would ask them for a short term
and a long term analysis.
Items 5, 8, & 9 were combined and the Town’s attorney will try to have an ordinance dealing with repair and maintenance
of sewer lines as well as water and sewer specifications prepared for the next meeting.
Mayor Clardy said he would be placing information concerning renewal of agreements with uniform and linen suppliers in
the councilmen’s boxes for their review.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton for Dale Martin to get a price on grinding all the stumps
in the park and the Lander St property. All voted in favor.
A question by Councilman Middleton about what information or meetings a councilperson-elect could be privy to for
pre-office experience purposes was answered by the Town’s attorney to be basically only information or meetings not
privileged and generally available to the public or through an FOI request.
Item Eleven consisted of discussion about getting our ordinances in book form with the Town’s attorney.
A brief update about the upcoming Spring Water Festival and the possible effects of a tropical storm was given by David
Meade.
Councilman Middleton stated that the Town needs the accountants to determine how much money could be set aside in a CD
for future use.
Mayor Clardy indicated that the current downtown revitalization project was going to be mostly finished for the Spring
Water Festival with the exception of the street lighting.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to enter into executive session to discuss contractual
matters regarding the wastewater treatment plant. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to return to public session. All voted in favor and no action
was taken in executive session.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at
7:50 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
AUGUST 8, 2008, 5:00 PM
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving members of council were present.
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman Scott.
A check presentation from the GWBA for $10,000 was given. This is for a portion of the decorative street lights on Main
Street.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott.
The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to return to public session. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The
vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to open the floor for nominations for the position of town administrator. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
Carey Elliot – All opposed.
David Hanks – Mayor Clardy, and Councilman Scott voted in favor. Councilman Crout, Councilman Middleton, and Councilman
Harvell opposed.
Phyllis Lollis – Councilman Crout, Councilman Middleton, and Councilman Harvell voted in favor. Mayor Clardy and
Councilman Scott opposed. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
The meeting adjourned at 5:30 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETING FOR INTERVIEWS
August 5, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Mayor Clardy led the invocation and pledge of allegiance.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to go into executive session for employment and
contractual purposes. Mayor Clardy announced that adjournment would be from executive session. All voted in favor.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 4, 2008, 6:00 PM
TOWN HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Reverend
Kempie Shepard. All presently serving members of Council were present.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to approve the minutes from the previous regular scheduled meeting, and the
special called meeting on July 29, 2008. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to take the information given by Chief Baker on the roof quotes and place it on the
agenda for the next meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to let Councilman Scott represent the town at the C funds committee meeting
concerning the Academy Street project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to let Councilman Scott represent the town at the C funds committee meeting
concerning the Pelzer Avenue project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried. The Mayor opposed.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton that each Councilman submit any paving requests, or any other county needs to
Bruce so they can be placed on the agenda for the 1st council meeting of each month. The motion was seconded by
Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to approve a cell phone plan for the Mayor. The carrier will be Alltel and
the cost will be $89.25 for 2200 minutes. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried. Councilman
Harvell opposed.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to accept the flag quotes as information and have them placed on the agenda for the
next meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to transfer the former water truck from the water department to the sewer
department and to appropriate $300 for new tools. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to get a different quote on a price for the old generator. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda for clarification of the funds for the cannon discussed at the
last council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session with a 5 minute recess to discuss a contractual
matter. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to return to public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton.
The vote carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to change the name of the line item in the street department overtime budget to
festival/events overtime. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried. The
meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETING FOR INTERVIEWS
JULY 29, 2008
6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Mayor Clardy led the invocation and pledge of allegiance.
Councilman Harvell made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to go into executive session for employment and
contractual purposes. Mayor Clardy announced that adjournment would be from executive session. All voted in favor.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 28, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON TOWN HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving council were present.
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman Harvell.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from June 10, 2008, June 17, 2008 and July 7, 2008.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
Public comments were heard from Jim Simpson, Anne McClellion, James Dickson, and Kempie Shepard.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to extend the 3 minute time limit on public comments while Jim Simpson was
speaking. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to amend the agenda so the Council could discuss Forest Hills
Subdivision. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to submit an application to the C funds committee for them to consider funding
the relocation of Pelzer Avenue. Mayor Clardy expressed the need for this to be done to potentially attract a
grocery store. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried. Councilman Crout and Councilman
Middleton opposed.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to table item number 2 on the agenda, which was discussion of flags. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to appropriate $20,000 for a carriage and supplies for the cannon. These funds
will be taken out of contingency and be reimbursed by the hospitality fund or the museum fund. This will be
determined at a later date. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried. Councilman Scott
opposed.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to amend the agenda to discuss placing benches at the soccer field. The
motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to place 2 benches at the soccer field. The cost of the benches will be $280
each, and will be taken out of the hospitality fund. These will be built by Steve Burgess. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton.
The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harvell. The vote carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 7, 2008
6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving council members were present.
The invocation and pledge of allegiance were given by Mayor Clardy.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the previous council meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
Public comments were heard from Willie J. Wright, and Pamela Owens.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to have a brief executive session. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy.
All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to return to regular session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The
voted carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to approve funds of up to $1500 for Jason Riddle to complete an Eagle Scout
project in the park. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to table item number 3 until the next council meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have 2nd and final reading on the election ordinance with an amendment made to
change the form of government. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have 2nd and final reading on the ordinance rezoning 228 Longview Drive. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
Item 5 was tabled.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to meet with the final 4 applicants and the labor attorney for the
administrator’s position on July 29, 2008 at 6:00 pm. If an applicant needed for the meeting to be confidential the
meeting would be set up separately. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to purchase a wood chipper from Ditch Witch of the Carolina’s in
Simpsonville in the amount of $35,636.37. This is to be taken out of sanitation fees. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
A representative from Alltel submitted a proposal to the town council. It will be discussed at the next meeting.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to spend $10,000 dollars towards the decorative street lights out of the
hospitality fund. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to appropriate up to $10,000 for entertainment at the Spring Water
Festival out of the hospitality funds. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow Rusty Burns, the town grant writer to pursue additional grants for the
town concerning the waste water treatment plant and potential phases studies done by Goldie and Associates. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to instruct Chief David Baker to get a proposal on trading in the old generator
in on a smaller one for the town hall. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton.
The vote carried.
A motion was made Councilman Crout to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell.
The vote carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote
carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve an upgrade to the waste water treatment plant as revised on July 7,
2008. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to act on a settlement with QS/1 dated July 28, 2008. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote
carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:03 pm.
WILLIAMSTON SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
BUDGET HEARING and SECOND READING
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
JUNE 30, 2008, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present. The minutes
were taken by the assistant town clerk.
The invocation was given by Councilman Middleton.
There were no public comments.
Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to fund the purchase of new gymnasium doors from
the hospitality tax account. All voted in favor.
Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to fund the purchase of a truck for the Water Department
from the Water Department fund and to fund the purchase of a truck for the Parks Department from the
hospitality tax account. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to fund the cost of a new roof on the firemen’s gazebo
from the hospitality tax account. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy asked the public if anyone wanted to make comments concerning the fiscal year 2008 - 2009 budget.
There were no comments.
During discussion on the Fiscal Year 2008 - 2009 budget, it was pointed out that the deposit for new water accounts
for those renting was increased from $100 to $150 due to the fact that final water bills are sometimes more
than $100. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve the second reading of the FY 08 –
09 budget. All voted in favor.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to adjourn and all voted in favor. Adjournment
was at 6:55.
WILLIAMSTON SECOND SEMI-MONTHLY MEETING
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
JUNE 17, 2008, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present.
Mayor Clardy gave the invocation.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to approve the minutes from June 2, 2008 and all voted in
favor. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve the minutes from June 10, 2008
and all voted in favor.
Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to allow Pelzer Wesleyan Church to use the
amphitheater on July 13. All voted in favor.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to authorize spending up to $200 for bids on purchase and
installation of fuel tanks. All voted in favor.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve first reading of the International
Property Maintenance Code ordinance. The vote carried 4 to 1.
Joel Hammond could not be present but will be at the July 7th meeting.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to approve first reading of an ordinance to rezone 228
Longview Drive to allow doublewides. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve first reading of the 2008 Election
Ordinance. All voted in favor.
During the Good of the Order, Councilman Crout said that large rodents have been observed in a restaurant dumpster;
Councilman Middleton said we should raise the rate for water deposits to $150; Mayor Clardy requested the five
finalists for the Administrator position; and Councilman Harvell said that no paving has been done in Ward 3.
Councilman Harvell made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at
7:26 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 10, 2006
6:00 PM
BUDGET WORKSHOP
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
All members of council were present.
A motion was made by the Mayor to purchase a new truck from Christopher Truck’s for the sanitation department in
the amount of $59,600. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by the Mayor to approve the budget for 1st reading with the millage set at 110, and with no water
rate increase. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
The next meeting will be at June 17, 2008 at 4:00 pm for a budget work session, with the regular meeting starting
at 6:00 pm.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
WILLIAMSTON MONTHLY MEETING
June 2, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present. The minutes
were taken by the assistant town clerk.
The invocation was given by Councilman Scott. Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to
approve the minutes from May 5, 2008. All voted in favor. Councilman Harvell made a motion seconded by Councilman
Scott to approve the minutes from May 19, 2008 and all voted in favor.
A request for use of the amphitheater on September 27 by Tom Smith for a gospel music concert was approved.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve and all voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to approve the second reading of the zoning ordinance. All
voted in favor. Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to discuss
nuisance abatement. All voted in favor. Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to run an
advertisement for companies with proper insurance and credentials to submit bids to perform the abatement for the
Town of Williamston. All voted in favor.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to amend the agenda to discuss item 11 concerning
the sign ordinance now instead of later and all voted in favor. Under item 11 Mayor Clardy made a motion to
state that the position of Council was one of disagreement with the sign on someone’s property that disparaged the
Police Department. The motion died for lack of a second.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to approve the second and final reading of the
building rental fee refund ordinance. All voted in favor.
In addressing the status of hiring an Administrator, Councilman Crout indicated he would be giving the Mayor the
top 5 candidates to send letters to inquiring of their continued interest in the position.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to approve second reading of the pH ordinance with
all voting in favor.
Mayor Clardy presented information from two companies concerning the codification of our ordinances.
The Town’s attorney is continuing to work on the issue of insuring the cannon.
Mayor Clardy presented information on roofing estimates received for the old cafeteria.
Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy for Dale Martin to get estimates for a swing set,
picnic table and benches at the Gray Dr. walking track. The motion carried.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to appropriate an additional $680 to the Miss
Williamston account to cover expenses incurred.
Mayor Clardy presented information on purchasing replacement flags and it will be added to the administration budget.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to attend the Municipal Association annual meeting
in Charleston. All voted in favor.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to go into executive session with a 5 minute recess prior.
All voted in favor.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to return to public session. All voted in favor. No
action was taken in executive session.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve settlement #1 to the terms discussed in
executive session. The motion carried by a vote of 3 to 2.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve settlement #2 to the terms discussed in
executive session. The motion carried.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to add a proposal to sell the old
95 International Packer. All voted in favor. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to sell
the packer for $4500 to Charles Lesley. The motion carried.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to approve an employee cook out for Saturday June 28
and for expenses not to exceed $1500. The motion carried.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at
8:55 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
WILLIAMSTON TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 19, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman
Crout. All presently serving council members were present.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to approve Jim Bundy usage of the Amphitheater in the park on July 12,
2008. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to set all the budget work sessions at 5:00 pm, and on June 2, 2008 to have the
work session at 5:00 pm with the regular scheduled council meeting following. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to table quotes on gym repairs until the floor in the gym is fixed. The
motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve insurance coverage on the cannon as submitted by Arthur Galligher and
Company. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried with one opposed.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to recind the previous motion until the attorney has time to review it. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried with two opposing.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow Carolina Climate Service to maintain our heating and air units. The
motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to enter into executive session to discuss contractual matters and seek legal
advice from the town attorney. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to return to public session. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The
vote carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to approve first reading on the Ordinance for Increased ph upper limit on
industrial wastewater permits. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote
carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
MAY 5, 2008, 6:00PM
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance was given by Councilman
Middleton. All presently serving council members were present.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to approve the minutes from the April 17, 2008 council meeting. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2008 council meeting. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the April 21, 2008 council meeting. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to place on the agenda a request for money needed for the scout hut and
other projects in the park under new business. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Counciman Scott to move items numbered 9 & 10 on the agenda to the beginning of the agenda,
and also to add a request from Grace Methodist Church. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote
carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow Anderson County Senior Citizens usage of our gym facilities for line
dancing. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve Taylor Riddle with the Eagle Scouts to proceed with his project in the
park, and that the town would discuss appropriating funds at the next meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow Grace Methodist Church usage of the Amphitheater in the park on June
28, 2008 for a gospel singing. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the Zoning Ordinance submitted by Jim Simpson for first reading.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to have first reading on the building rental fees as submitted to Council
at the last meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to appoint Rocky Burgess as his nominee for the Election Commission. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to allow Mr. Ashley use of the cannon for the coming up weekend at Anderson
County Courthouse. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to appropriate $2000 for a request made by Pam Owens on the behalf of
WAHC for additional repairs to the scout hut and other projects in the park. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Scott. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to enter into executive session with a short recess. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harvell. The vote carried. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote
carried. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm.
WILLIAMSTON TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 21, 2008
6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Phillip Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by
Councilman Harvell.
Approval of the minutes from the previous meeting was tabled until the next regular council meeting.
The June 2007 audit was presented by David Phillips a Certified Public Accountant with Greene, Finney, and Horton.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to announce the bids for the treatment of termites in the
town hall building. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor. The bids were given by Bunton
Exterminating and C&L Pest Control.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to enter into executive session to discuss contractual matters and to discuss
Waste Water Treatment Plant with Sonya Harrison, who represents Goldie and Associates. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Crout. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to hire C&L Pest Control to treat the termites in the town hall building with
a renewable 10 year contract. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to set dates for future budget work sessions at the next meeting and to get
the new chart of accounts from the new system to start working on the budget at the next meeting. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
Councilman Harvell made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor. The
meeting adjourned at 7:33 pm.
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL MEETING
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
APRIL 10, 2008
8:30 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman
Scott.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to purchase new software for the town with a limit not to exceed $25,000. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to nominate Mountaineer Software as the one to purchase out of a selection of
three. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted in
favor. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm.
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 7, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by the Mayor, also.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to proceed with items numbered 12, 13, and 14 on the agenda. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to allow use of the amphitheater in the park on October 4, 2008 by Open
Door Community Church. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow use of the amphitheater in the park on May 18, 2008 for Armed Forces Day
picnic. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow use of the amphitheater in the park on May 1, 2008 for National
Prayer Day. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The motion was seconded by
Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
Public comments were heard from: Marc Edlein, Willie Wright, Anne Earnest, and Ann McClellion.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow Grace Methodist Church to plant a tree in the park for Earth Day. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
The Mayor introduced the new Miss Williamston, Holly Whatley.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have an ordinance drawn up to state the rules for a refund on the rental of
city hall if you cancel. The rules are to state if you cancel prior to 30 days of the date reserved you are
entitled to a 50% refund. If you cancel in less than 30 days of the reserve date, but more than 10 days you will be
entitled to a 25% refund. If you cancel in less than 10 days of the reserved date you are not entitled to a
refund. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
The Council provided names of people they wanted to nominate for the Election Commission. The nominations were as follows:
Councilman Crout nominated Jerry Davis. The Mayor made a motion to accept Councilman Crout’s nomination, seconded
by Councilman Scott. The vote carried. Councilman Harvell nominated Tommy Walker. Councilman Scott made a
motion to approve Councilman Harvell’s nomination; it was seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried. Mayor Clardy
nominated Diane Carter. A motion was made by Councilman Scott to accept Mayor Clardy’s nomination; it was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried. Council Scott nominated Mike Looper. A motion was made by
Councilman Middleton to accept the Mayors nomination; it was seconded by Councilman Harvell. The vote carried.
Councilman Middleton said he would give his nomination at the next meeting.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to table item number 4 until the next regular council meeting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. All vote in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to have 3 major cellular networks come into town hall and give the town a
price plan. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to make a purchase for new light bulbs in the council
chambers. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to purchase fluorescent light bulbs for the council chambers. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to have the 2nd and final reading on the ordinance to sell a track of
property to Larry Chapman. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to have a 5 minute recess. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All
voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All
voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to authorize immediate treatment of swarming termites. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow use of the cannon on May 3, 2008 to the Ashley Confederate League
depending upon the agreement drawn up by the town attorney being satisfactory with both parties. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow the town attorney to write a letter to QS/1 to explain the town’s intent and
to require a resolution to the problem. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to table voting on a new software system until the next meeting. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve a request made by the GWBA to donate $3500 from the hospitality tax
funds for the fireworks display in July. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All
voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Scott. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to instruct the town’s grant writer to apply for C-funds and other grants to
relocate Pelzer Avenue. The cost of the project is $364,000 given to the town by Dunn & Associates. The motion was
seconded Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into a contract with Allen & Eakes law firm for them to represent the
town in contracts concerning land sales for the Waste Water Treatment expansion. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to change the date for the second meeting in June from June 16, 2008 to June 17,
2008. The motion was seconded by Counciman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:52 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 17, 2008, 6:00 PM
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving council members were present.
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman Middleton.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to discuss repairs to a lift station and to move executive
session to the beginning of the meeting directly after the discussion of the lift station. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the prior meeting. The motion was seconded by
Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by the Mayor to approve the lift station to be replaced at the estimated cost of $91,472.79. This
would be reimbursable for the RDA grant when the funds become available. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to authorize $2500 for Tim Hood to rent a pump for the lift station if
needed. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to allow up to $99,000 to be set aside for the replacement of the lift station.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to enter into executive session to discuss contractual matters. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All
voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to table Item one, about the fuel pump at the equipment shed until the next
meeting. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to oversee the same departments as last year for the budget. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor. The
meeting adjourned at 8:09 pm.
WILLIAMSTON REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
March 03, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present. The minutes
were taken by the assistant town clerk.
Councilman Scott then led the invocation.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor Clardy to approve the minutes for February 18, 2008.
All voted in favor.
Public comments were given by Sheila Garren and Willie Wright.
ITEM 1
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to table until next meeting. All voted in favor.
ITEM 2
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to keep the cannon in Town and display out front. Mayor
Clardy said he would redact paragraph 2 in option 3 about appropriating funds. The motion carried 3 to 2. Mayor
Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to move into the Police storage room with Mr. Ashley help.
All voted in favor. Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to make a resolution to
authorize Mr. Ashley (from Sons of the Confederate Veterans, Camp 43) to seek funding for cannon repairs and
improvements. All voted in favor.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session to discuss personnel
issues. The motion carried. Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to return to public
session. The motion carried.
ITEM 3
Mayor Clardy told the labor attorney that the Good Friday holiday had been omitted from his new version of the
policy & procedures manual and should be added. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to add a
revised Alcohol & Drug policy to the policy & procedures manual. All voted in favor. Councilman Scott made a
motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to accept as draft on first reading. All voted in favor.
ITEM 4
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to open the floor to comments for the yard sale ordinance.
The motion carried. Willie Wright requested more than 4 per year be allowed. Councilman Middleton made a motion
to close the public comments. The motion carried. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to
approve the yard sale ordinance on second reading. All voted in favor.
ITEM 5
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to approve the comprehensive plan ordinance with amendment
to the utility section (page 37) on second reading. All voted in favor.
ITEM 6
Mayor Clardy read a prepared statement addressing purchasing concerns from previous meetings.
ITEM 7
Mayor Clardy announced that Senator O’Dell would be presenting a check on Monday March 10 at 11:00 am in Mineral
Spring park at the rock podium.
ITEM 8
Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to accept the project list presented by Dale
Martin. Councilman Middleton amended the motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to fix the drainage pipe by the railroad
(about $10,000) before fixing the bare spots. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to
allocate $1000 to the West Allen Williams committee pending a financial statement. The motion failed. Councilman
Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to allow the private cemetery to be under the Parks
committee. The motion carried 3 to 2. Mayor Clardy made a motion to approve the list with the amendment noted. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Scott and the motion carried.
ITEM 9
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to allow James Toye to use the Amphitheater on the
third Saturday of the month for positive bands for the youth. All voted in favor.
ITEM 10
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to allow Marc Edlein to use the Amphitheater on April 26,
2008 to establish Williamston Earth Day to promote environmental issues. All voted in favor. Mayor Clardy also
directed Chief Baker and Dale Martin to see about the trees from the Palmetto Pride grant.
ITEM 11
Mayor Clardy made a motion to call for a meeting with downtown businesses and ask them to be present at the next
general council meeting. Discussion followed concerning meeting times and the appeal process with SCDOT.
ITEM 12
Councilman Crout made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to approve on first reading an ordinance to sell lot 52
to Larry Chapman. All voted in favor.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to discuss interviews for the
Administrator position. All voted in favor.
ITEM 13 (added)
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to close the application process for the Administrator
position. All voted in favor. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to form a personnel
selection committee of two councilmen to bring recommendations back to general council. Mayor Clardy recused
himself from being a candidate. The motion carried. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Scott to
nominate Councilman Harvell. The motion carried. Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell
to nominate Councilman Crout. The motion carried.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to enter into executive session to discuss the
wastewater treatment plant upgrades and purchase agreements. All voted in favor. Councilman Harvell made a
motion seconded by Councilman Scott to return to public session. All voted in favor.
ADJOURN
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at 9:29 pm.
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 18, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Phillip Clardy. All presently serving council members were present.
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Mayor Clardy.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton for a vote of no confidence in the town’s software. The motion was
seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to send the letter that was submitted to council by Mayor Clardy giving Smith
Data 30 days to set up a meeting and discuss the software issues. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott that every check written by the town has a purchase requisition with
them. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have a retreat at ACOG in Greenville SC on April 5, 2008 at 8:00 am until
12:00 pm. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have budget work sessions on March 17, April 28, May 9, June 2, and June
16, 2008 at 6:00 pm. The first reading will be on May 9, 2008 and the final reading will be on June 2, 2008
at 6:00 pm. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have 1st reading on the Comprehensive Plan that was submitted at the last
meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to appropriate money in the 2008-2009 budget for a water system evaluation.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton not to advertise the Administrator’s position in the Greenville News
due to the cost. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to appropriate $2900 out of the hospitality tax money to replace the
doors on the restroom at the park with metal doors. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in
favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to change the fee of a yard sale from $5 to $1. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to amend the agenda to discuss the county hospitality tax. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to have a 5 minute recess. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All
voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Harvell to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to prioritize the money given to the town from the proposed county local
option sales tax money, with number one being The Bill Meade Parkway. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy that the sidewalk project for Hamilton and Minor all the way to Main Street
be 2nd. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott that a sidewalk project for Main Street and Greenville Drive all the way
to the library be 3rd. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to extend Mauldin Street to Minor Street be 4th. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to close the list. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted
in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harvell. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to instruct/authorize Goldie and Associates to discuss with Pelzer and West
Pelzer about combining wastewater capacities for Williamston’s plant expansion, and getting a date driven
plan of action. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted
in favor. The meeting adjourned at 8:49 pm.
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL MEETING
FEBRUARY 4, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Councilman Harvell. Councilman Crout, Councilman Middleton, and Councilman
Harvell were present. Mayor Clardy and Councilman Scott were out due to illness.
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman Crout.
Councilman Crout made a motion to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. Councilman Middleton seconded
the motion. All voted in favor.
Public comments were heard from Faye Cooley.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to write a letter to Smith Data containing the list of problems. The
later is to state that Smith Data has 30 days to correct the problem and after that further action will be
taken. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to table item # 2 until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to table item # 3 until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
Jim Simpson submitted a draft of the Comprehensive Plan; this was presented as information only. Councilman
Harvell made a motion for the town attorney to draw up an ordinance to have presented at the next council
meeting for first reading. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to table item #5 until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
Sonya Harrison with Goldie and Associates spoke on item #6. This was accepted as information. A motion was made
by Councilman Middleton to table this item until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to table item # 7 until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to table item # 8 until the next meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to have the Mayor and Council to submit a name to serve on the Election
Commission at the March 3, 2008 meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to set dates for budget work sessions at the February 18, 2008 meeting.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to donate two old police cars to the Career and Technology Center. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to enter into executive session to discuss upgrades at the wastewater
plant. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Middleton. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in
favor. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
JANUARY 7, 2008, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman
Scott.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
Public comments were heard from Landrum Reece, Anne McClellion, and Donna Owen.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to eliminate the second meeting of the month due to the Martin Luther King
Holiday. The motion was seconded by the Mayor. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve advertisement for the administrator’s position in the Journal,
Anderson Independent, Greenville News, and the MASC website with the noted amendments. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to advertise to hire interested parties for a Code Enforcement position.
The salary would be negotiable and would be a part time position, or on an as needed basis. The motion was
seconded by Mayor Clardy. The vote carried. Councilman Crout opposed.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to table a vote on a water rate study in the amount of $4850 until the next
meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to strike item number five from the agenda. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. The vote carried. Mayor Clardy opposed.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve construction cost for influent pumps at the waste water plant and
the lift station on Cherokee Road. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. The vote carried.
Councilman Harvell opposed.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session with a 5 minute break upon entering. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harvell. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to give Chief Baker permission to get bids on a new security system for
town hall. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm.
WILLIAMSTON SEMIMONTHLY MEETING
December 17, 2007, 6:00 PM
WILLIAMSTON COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. All presently serving Council Members were present. The minutes
were taken by the assistant town clerk.
Mayor Clardy began by asking for a moment of silence in remembrance of David Ford, a former member of several
committees of the Town.
Mayor Clardy then led the invocation.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott and seconded by Mayor Clardy to approve the minutes for December 3, 2007.
All voted in favor.
Public comments were given by Willie Wright.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton and seconded by Mayor Clardy to add a $50 setup fee for the use of the
auditorium to the Municipal Building rental fees ordinance. All voted in favor. Also, a fee of $25 for those
outside of town and after hours except for seniors, scouts, etc. to use the conference room was added to be
charged at the discretion of the Mayor or designee. Wording about refunding the security deposit which is a
separate fee (half of the rental fee paid) in addition to the amount of the rental fee was to be clarified.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Harvell to amend the agenda to move the work session
with the labor attorney to the end of the meeting. The motion carried.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to purchase 2 new pumps for the waste water treatment
plant instead of repairing them because the RDA could possibly help with payment for new pumps but not
repairs. The motion carried.
Councilman Middleton made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to pave Academy St. with C-Funds from Anderson
County Transportation. The motion carried. Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to
pave Main St. when funds become available. The motion carried.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to go into executive session. The motion carried.
Councilman Harvell made a motion seconded by Councilman Crout to return to public session. The motion carried.
No actions were taken in executive session.
Mayor Clardy made a motion seconded by Councilman Middleton to use $5717.98 from the Hospitality Tax account to
pay the balance of the improvements made to Brookdale Park from the PARD grant. All voted in favor.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to change the status of Chris Coleman from part time to
full time. The motion carried with Councilman Middleton voting against.
During the Good of the Order, Councilman Scott reported that he had been receiving collection calls from
“Hawkeye Security” / Security Depot concerning a disputed invoice.
Councilman Scott made a motion seconded by Mayor Clardy to adjourn. All voted in favor. Adjournment was at 8:57
pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
DECEMBER 3, 2007, 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Phillip Clardy. All presently serving council members were present.
The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given by Councilman Middleton.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to use the example numbered two that the town attorney had provided the
council to run an ad for the town administrator’s position adding a descriptive paragraph of the Town of
Williamston. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have second and final reading on the policy and procedures for the police
department. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Crout to have second and final reading on the yard sale ordinance with a cost of
$5 for a permit. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow the police chief to investigate the cost of getting an officer
trained for code enforcement. The motion was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to adopt the new fees for the rental of town hall with the addition of a $50
set up fee for the auditorium. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to have a 5 minute recess. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton.
All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harvell. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the park committee’s recommendation to put a burgundy roof on
the scout hut. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. The vote passed, Councilman Harvell opposed.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to enter into executive session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Scott. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to authorize up to $4000 to be allocated from the sewer department to do an
engineering study on the storm water drainage from Mineral Springs Drive to Oak Street. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in
favor. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 pm.
TOWN OF WILLIAMSTON
COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 19, 2007, 6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clardy. The Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance were given
by Councilman Scott. All presently serving council members were present.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. The motion
was seconded by Mayor Clardy. All voted in favor.
Public comments were heard from: Bobby Winburn and Donna Owen.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to allow the Williamston Church of God use of the gym at town
hall on December 23, 2007 at 6:00 pm for a Christmas play. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to amend the agenda to proceed to item number 7. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Middleton to appropriate $500 to Anne Earnest to purchase decoration
for the bridge. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to approve a 3.4% raise to all employees, except Mayor and
Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Scott. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to approve 1st reading on the Police Policy and Procedures
manual. The motion was seconded by Councilman Crout. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to use the remaining $2000 in the budget for 2 new Christmas
trees and new decorations. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to enter into executive session concerning a personnel matter. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton. All voted in favor.
A motion was made by Mayor Clardy to reenter into public session. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harvell. All voted in favor. No action was taken.
A motion was made by Councilman Scott to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Councilman Middleton.
All voted in favor. The meeting adjourned at 7:50 pm.
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