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Regular Council Meeting August 10, 2015 Page 7 Mr. Godwin said the City's ordinance was originally written in 1970 and it was time to update how the City handles certain situations. He said he had spoken to the chief and prosecuting attorney. Council Member Frierson said he had spoken to Mr. Godwin about this and was in favor of amending the ordinance for public safety issues. It was a consensus of Council for staff to bring back recommended changes. 18. Discuss and appoint two members to fill the vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission. Ms. Ellis informed City Council there were two vacancies on the HPC and applicants were Chris Dux, Anne Biard, and Michael King. Mayor Hashmi opened the floor for nominations. Council Member Clifford nominated Chris Dux and seconded by Council Member Clifford; Council Member Pickle nominated Anne Biard and seconded by Council Member Frierson; and Council Member Lancaster nominated Michael King. Mayor Hashmi called for votes on the applicants. Motion carried for Chris Dux, 7 ayes — 0 nays. Motion failed for Anne Biard, 3 ayes - 4 nays, with Mayor Hashmi, and Council Members Lancaster, Clifford, and Jenkins casting the dissenting votes. Motion failed for Michael King, 3 ayes — 3 nays, with Council Members Frierson, Plata and Pickle casting dissenting votes and Council Member Jenkins abstaining from the vote. Mayor Hashmi said one position remained vacant and asked that staff advertise for that position. 19. Receive presentation and provide direction to staff on the FY 2015 -2016 budget for the City of Paris. Mr. Godwin reviewed highlights of the 2015 -16 proposed budget, which included a flat tax rate of 50.195 cents per $100 valuation; debt service for $2.5 million in certificates of obligation for parks and drainage projects; a shift in the pay plan of 1.8% equal to the most recent increase in ad valorem tax values; creation of two unfunded police officer positions; continued phasing in of pay changes in the fire department and full -time EMS staff; one new ambulance and associated equipment; new sanitation fund, and recycling program; and completion of new restroom at the fairgrounds. Mr. Godwin said not included in the proposed budget was the pay plan changes in the police department; architectural and engineering costs for a replacement EMS station in Northwest Paris; a replacement motor grader for Streets; annual replacement SCBA and bunker gear to ensure compliance with firefighter safety standards; refurbishing tennis courts or new skate park improvements; and COLA for retirees. Mr. Godwin answered questions from Council and said a budget workshop was scheduled for August 3 1St