04 City Council Special Mtg Min 2-15-07

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Special City Council Meeting February 15, 2007 Page 2 they had discussed the possibilities of district meetings, presentations to Civic Groups, a web-site, the newspaper, and television coverage. Council Member Freelen also commended the Committee. Council Member Gray told the Committee he appreciated the work they had done. Charles Richards explained as they reviewed and discussed the Charter, they came together as one unit. Marva Joe encouraged the Council Members to individually join the Committee in their district meetings, as meetings were held in their districts. David Nabors told the Council they approached the Charter propositions on the basis of how the changes would affect the City of Paris. Charles Waldrum informed the Council the Committee took a logical approach. He further stated their goal was to write amendments that were easily understood and to alleviate litigation. Council Member Wilson expressed gratitude to Committee for all of their hard work. He noted that twenty- five of the items were bringing the Charter in compliance with state law and eight of the items were clean-up items. Council Member Wilson further told the Committee they had his full support. Council Member Fendley reiterated Council Member Wilson. In addition, he stated this was long overdue and the Committee did a great job. With regard to number 15, Mayor Manning inquired should there be a runoff would Council be able to meet before the runoff had taken place and canvassed. Charles Richards stated the provision would allow the Council to continue to meet and that the Council Member would remain on the Council, until his successor was elected. Mr. Richards further stated should the Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tern both go off of the Council, a new provision would allow the Council to designate a member as temporary presiding officer. In addition, Monte Akers advised Council under State Law, any two Council Members could canvass the votes. Mayor Manning asked the meaning of "majority vote of the total membership of the Council," as referenced in number 19. Charles Richards gave the definition as being the majority vote of the number of Council Members in attendance at the meeting. Mayor Manning also questioned the meaning of "full consideration and full deliberation." Monte Akers stated the intent was that the Council would consider all of the information provided to them. With regard to number 65, Mayor Manning wanted to know if this amendment included boards and commissions. If approved, Mr. Akers said it would be consistent with State Law. He went on to say that State Law did not prohibit appointment of a relative to serve in a non-paying position, such as a board, commission, or any type of voluntary