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Transcript: Executive session, 2026-06-25

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  1. 0:00:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We will refrain from singing. Thank you.
  2. 0:00:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Well, Mayor, can you ask him how old he is?
  3. 0:00:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript No, I will not ask him how old he is.
  4. 0:00:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript But he was born before 1980.
  5. 0:00:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, Mr. Spainhower, we're on the Planning Commission report,
  6. 0:00:16 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and the first item is Ordinance 95-2025-26.
  7. 0:00:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Good afternoon, everyone.
  8. 0:00:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So as the Mayor stated, 95-25-26
  9. 0:00:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript is the application of Youth Realty LLC
  10. 0:00:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for a zone change on a parcel located on the eastern frontage
  11. 0:00:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of Professional Park Drive, approximately 1,850 feet
  12. 0:00:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript south of the intersection of Dunlop Lane and Professional Park Drive.
  13. 0:00:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You can see here in the cross-hatch photo that's here.
  14. 0:00:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Directly north of this site would be the Vanderbilt Carcel facility,
  15. 0:01:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript presently zoned 01.
  16. 0:01:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This request encompasses
  17. 0:01:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript 2.11 plus or minus acres.
  18. 0:01:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They're proposing to go to C2 General Commercial District.
  19. 0:01:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'll go through the zoning map here.
  20. 0:01:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is the zoning map, and then you'll see a portion of this property
  21. 0:01:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript already has the C2 zoning on it.
  22. 0:01:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Currently, it was a daycare facility,
  23. 0:01:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and it was compliant with both 01 and C2.
  24. 0:01:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And what they're proposing to do, as they stated on their application,
  25. 0:01:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript is to develop a nursing home facility,
  26. 0:01:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and no new construction is planned.
  27. 0:01:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is in the St. Bethlehem Planning Area.
  28. 0:01:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This area was rezoned in 2006 from agricultural to C2 and 01.
  29. 0:01:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This shows the future land use designation for the property,
  30. 0:01:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and that is under mixed use,
  31. 0:01:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript which does align with the C2 proposed zoning classification.
  32. 0:01:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is looking down the street.
  33. 0:02:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The site is on the left of this photo.
  34. 0:02:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is the existing child care facility or structure.
  35. 0:02:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They plan to renovate into a nursing home.
  36. 0:02:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is looking back to the north in the view of the site.
  37. 0:02:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Both the Regional Planning Commission body and the staff both recommended approval.
  38. 0:02:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The request is consistent with the overall goals and objectives
  39. 0:02:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the adopted Clarksville-McGurney County Comprehensive Plan.
  40. 0:02:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The request brings the entire parcel and the existing structure
  41. 0:02:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript under one zoning classification instead of being split between C2 and 01,
  42. 0:02:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and the C2 General Commercial District does align with the future land use.
  43. 0:02:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is under mixed use.
  44. 0:02:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We have received no public comment either for or against.
  45. 0:02:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript If you have any questions, I will be more than happy to try to answer them for you.
  46. 0:02:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Okay.
  47. 0:02:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Questions?
  48. 0:02:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Councilman Smith, you are recognized.
  49. 0:02:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  50. 0:02:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I just have one simple question.
  51. 0:02:55 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript What ward is this in, please?
  52. 0:02:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Where did you all get that at?
  53. 0:03:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Oh, you know.
  54. 0:03:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It should be Ward 11.
  55. 0:03:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you.
  56. 0:03:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They had it.
  57. 0:03:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you.
  58. 0:03:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You're welcome.
  59. 0:03:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right.
  60. 0:03:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Other questions about this ordinance?
  61. 0:03:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Mr. Spanhauer, we're now on Item B, Ordinance 96.
  62. 0:03:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Yes, sir.
  63. 0:03:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is the application of Sean Robertson.
  64. 0:03:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The agent is Larry Riccone.
  65. 0:03:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This property encompasses 1.4 acres.
  66. 0:03:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It is located on the southern frontage of Dover Road,
  67. 0:03:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript approximately 520 feet east of the Dover Road and High Point Road intersection.
  68. 0:03:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It's currently zoned R1,
  69. 0:03:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and they're proposing to go to C5 Highway and Arterial Commercial District.
  70. 0:03:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It's currently two residential lots with two residential structures on them.
  71. 0:03:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You'll see the aerial overview of those.
  72. 0:03:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Dover Road is the frontage area.
  73. 0:03:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript High Point Road would be on the left in this photo, in the left area.
  74. 0:03:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You have a mini storage facility to the south.
  75. 0:03:57 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is the zoning for the area.
  76. 0:03:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The light colored is the C2.
  77. 0:04:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The dark colored blue is the C5.
  78. 0:04:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is the future land use designation map.
  79. 0:04:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript These are the two structures that are on site.
  80. 0:04:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript These are two separate parcels.
  81. 0:04:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Looking at the frontage of Dover Road towards downtown Clarksville.
  82. 0:04:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Back to the site.
  83. 0:04:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And that's going west towards the Woodlawn-Dodsonville area, High Point Road.
  84. 0:04:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This may seem familiar.
  85. 0:04:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This was a previous application in 2005.
  86. 0:04:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript At that time, both the staff and the Regional Planning Commission body
  87. 0:04:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript recommended approval.
  88. 0:04:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It was disapproved at City Council.
  89. 0:04:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript A little over a year ago.
  90. 0:04:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript There were no department comments of any concern.
  91. 0:04:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Both the Regional Planning Commission staff and the Regional Planning Commission body
  92. 0:04:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript both recommend approval of this application.
  93. 0:04:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The request is consistent with the goals and objectives of the adopted
  94. 0:04:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Clarksville-McGumory County Comprehensive Plan.
  95. 0:04:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And the proposed C5 Highway and Arterial Commercial Zoning request
  96. 0:05:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript represents a logical extension of the existing commercial development pattern.
  97. 0:05:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript If you have any questions, I'll be more than happy to try to answer them for you.
  98. 0:05:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We've got questions.
  99. 0:05:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Councilman Lovato, your recommendation.
  100. 0:05:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  101. 0:05:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I understand this failed last time.
  102. 0:05:14 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Do you know what that case number was?
  103. 0:05:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I don't remember the exact case number, but I can get that for you.
  104. 0:05:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I remember the vote, if that's important, if that's what you're looking for.
  105. 0:05:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Well, I wrote down the vote from the RPC.
  106. 0:05:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I just wanted to go back and look for that.
  107. 0:05:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We'll be more than happy to share that with you.
  108. 0:05:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Okay, thank you.
  109. 0:05:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Councilman Chandler, you're recognized.
  110. 0:05:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  111. 0:05:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Have they indicated any kind of plan on what they're going to put in there?
  112. 0:05:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They have not expressed a specific plan to us.
  113. 0:05:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So.
  114. 0:05:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Can you refresh my memory of what possibly can go in there?
  115. 0:05:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript C5 is a wide range of commercial, generally auto-oriented uses.
  116. 0:05:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript One of the bigger differences between C2 and C5 is automobile sales are permitted in C5.
  117. 0:05:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript A lot of overlapping different zones, so it's our most intense commercial zoning classification.
  118. 0:06:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Okay, thank you.
  119. 0:06:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You're welcome, sir.
  120. 0:06:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Any more questions regarding this zoning case?
  121. 0:06:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Councilman Smith, you're recognized.
  122. 0:06:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript How close is this to homes, the community?
  123. 0:06:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Are there any feedback from them?
  124. 0:06:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We received.
  125. 0:06:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'm sorry.
  126. 0:06:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Any disagreement?
  127. 0:06:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We received some questions.
  128. 0:06:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I know I took a couple phone calls.
  129. 0:06:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They didn't express any.
  130. 0:06:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We explained when the public hearing was.
  131. 0:06:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We didn't receive any public comments, and no one spoke in opposition.
  132. 0:06:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The two structures that are there were previously occupied homes.
  133. 0:06:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript What I do recall is I'm pretty familiar with the area.
  134. 0:06:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So.
  135. 0:06:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They have they appeared vacant for the past year since the last application.
  136. 0:06:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I believe they did transfer owners from that time last year to this.
  137. 0:06:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript There are adjoining properties residential to the west or to the left of this photograph and then directly south is just an extension of the the mini storage that has the frontage about three lots down.
  138. 0:07:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We do have a while the C5 is vacant to the east, there is a site plan that was approved a little over a year ago.
  139. 0:07:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I believe for a strip center in a vape store center.
  140. 0:07:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Any more comment or question.
  141. 0:07:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right.
  142. 0:07:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Mr Spaniard, does that wrap you up?
  143. 0:07:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It does.
  144. 0:07:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you all for the opportunity.
  145. 0:07:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right.
  146. 0:07:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You're welcome.
  147. 0:07:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you for keeping it brief.
  148. 0:07:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It was on Mr Bidner's birthday wish list, a brief meeting.
  149. 0:07:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right.
  150. 0:07:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Consent agenda.
  151. 0:07:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Madam Clark, please read the consent agenda.
  152. 0:07:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All items and this portion of the agenda are considered to.
  153. 0:07:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript be routine and non-controversial by the council and may be approved by one motion however remember
  154. 0:07:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript the council may request that an item be removed for separate consideration under the appropriate
  155. 0:07:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript committee report ordinance 71 2025 26 second reading an ordinance amending the zoning code
  156. 0:07:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and map of the city of clarksville application of casey and beth brown community property trust
  157. 0:08:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for a zone change on property located along the northern frontage of merchants boulevard 980 plus
  158. 0:08:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript or minus feet west of its intersection with merchants court from c3 regional shopping center
  159. 0:08:16 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript district to c5 highway and arterial commercial district ordinance 77 2025 26 second reading
  160. 0:08:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript an ordinance authorizing the receipt of donated real property located at zero jack miller boulevard
  161. 0:08:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for the purpose of a housing development ordinance 79 2025 26 second reading an ordinance amending
  162. 0:08:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript the zoning code and map of the city of clarksville
  163. 0:08:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript application of marvin pitts for zone change on a parcel located on the northern frontage of craft
  164. 0:08:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript street 780 plus or minus feet west of the craft street and college street intersection
  165. 0:08:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript from m2 general industrial district to c5 highway and arterial commercial district
  166. 0:08:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ordinance 82 2025 26 second reading an ordinance amending the zoning code and map of the city of
  167. 0:09:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript clarksville application of tanya bosley for a zone change on a parcel located at the northwest
  168. 0:09:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript corner of the rosfee road and bossley lane intersection from r1 single-family residential
  169. 0:09:16 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript district to c5 highway arterial commercial district ordinance 83 2025 26 second reading
  170. 0:09:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript an ordinance amending the zoning code and map of the city of clarksville application of todd morris
  171. 0:09:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for a zone change on a parcel located on the western frontage of industrial drive
  172. 0:09:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript 700 plus or minus feet to the north of West Dunbar Cave Road
  173. 0:09:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and Industrial Drive intersection
  174. 0:09:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript from M1 Light Industrial District
  175. 0:09:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to C5 Highway and Arterial Commercial District.
  176. 0:09:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Resolution 71-2025-26,
  177. 0:09:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript a resolution approving a certificate of compliance
  178. 0:09:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for sale of wine in a food store at Sudden Service No. 25,
  179. 0:09:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript located at [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time].
  180. 0:10:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Resolution 72-2025-26,
  181. 0:10:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript a resolution approving a certificate of compliance
  182. 0:10:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for sale of wine in a food store at Sudden Service,
  183. 0:10:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript located at [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time].
  184. 0:10:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Resolution 73-2025-26,
  185. 0:10:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript a resolution approving a retail liquor store certificate of compliance
  186. 0:10:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for Gita Ben Patel for Planet Liquors [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time]
  187. 0:10:26 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and repealing the certificate of compliance
  188. 0:10:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for Planet Liquors [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time].
  189. 0:10:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Approval of minutes from June 4, 2026
  190. 0:10:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and June 4, 2026.
  191. 0:10:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript June 11, and a resolution 74-2025-26,
  192. 0:10:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript a resolution approving appointments
  193. 0:10:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to the Beer Board and the Tree Board.
  194. 0:10:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Madam Clerk.
  195. 0:10:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Any comment or question from members
  196. 0:10:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript regarding the consent agenda?
  197. 0:10:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, we're now ready for the Finance Committee Report.
  198. 0:10:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Chairman Streetman, you're recognized.
  199. 0:10:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  200. 0:10:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Ordinance 93-20-25-26, first reading,
  201. 0:10:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript an ordinance amending the operating budgets
  202. 0:10:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for the fiscal year 20-26-27
  203. 0:11:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for the Clarksville Parking Commission
  204. 0:11:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the Pryor-Herry Fund.
  205. 0:11:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This was approved by the Finance Committee,
  206. 0:11:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and Mayor, as the sponsor of this,
  207. 0:11:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I would like to turn this over
  208. 0:11:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to the Councilperson for Ward 5
  209. 0:11:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for her to be able to discuss.
  210. 0:11:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Councilman Markey, you're recognized
  211. 0:11:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to explain the ordinance.
  212. 0:11:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you.
  213. 0:11:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So, typically, we don't touch enterprise funds.
  214. 0:11:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They're outside of our general fund stuff
  215. 0:11:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript when we do budgets.
  216. 0:11:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I didn't really, you could say,
  217. 0:11:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript look into it as closely until after
  218. 0:11:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript the fact.
  219. 0:11:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript But considering that this Council
  220. 0:11:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript has postponed the overall fate
  221. 0:11:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the Parking Commission until August,
  222. 0:11:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I think it would be appropriate
  223. 0:11:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for this to wait until we decide
  224. 0:11:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript what we're going to do with them,
  225. 0:11:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript whether they are dissolved
  226. 0:11:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript or if we figure out something else.
  227. 0:11:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript That has yet to be determined until August.
  228. 0:11:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So, I'm just proposing that this purchase,
  229. 0:12:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript it's $500,000,
  230. 0:12:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript will be delayed until we figure that out, ultimately.
  231. 0:12:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Okay.
  232. 0:12:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Questions about this ordinance and the delay
  233. 0:12:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript is until when, Councilman Markey?
  234. 0:12:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Until the Council either makes a decision
  235. 0:12:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript on whether we dissolve them
  236. 0:12:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript or they stay as a Parking Commission.
  237. 0:12:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So, not a date certain, just triggered by the decision?
  238. 0:12:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Correct.
  239. 0:12:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Got it.
  240. 0:12:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Okay.
  241. 0:12:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you.
  242. 0:12:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Any more comment or question regarding this ordinance?
  243. 0:12:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Chairman Streetman.
  244. 0:12:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  245. 0:12:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Ordinance 94-20-25-26, first reading.
  246. 0:12:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript An ordinance authorizing the donation of real property
  247. 0:12:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript from the City of Clarksville, Tennessee
  248. 0:12:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to Montgomery County, Tennessee
  249. 0:12:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for the purpose of greenway development
  250. 0:12:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript along Matlock Road.
  251. 0:12:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript The Finance Committee voted in favor of approval of this.
  252. 0:12:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is actually a piece of property
  253. 0:12:55 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript that was donated to the City many years ago
  254. 0:12:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript back when the City was the only one
  255. 0:13:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript doing the greenway development.
  256. 0:13:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript However, now,
  257. 0:13:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript the County is going to be building a park out there.
  258. 0:13:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This is property located in the County
  259. 0:13:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and they're also doing greenway development.
  260. 0:13:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So, it just makes sense to transfer that property over to them
  261. 0:13:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to allow them to continue that process
  262. 0:13:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and the Parks and Recreation Department
  263. 0:13:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript is in full support of this.
  264. 0:13:21 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript They are the ones that brought forward the ordinance
  265. 0:13:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to the Finance Committee.
  266. 0:13:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Questions about this ordinance?
  267. 0:13:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Chairman Streetman.
  268. 0:13:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript That concludes my report, Mayor.
  269. 0:13:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, thank you.
  270. 0:13:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Neighborhood and Community Services Committee,
  271. 0:13:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Chairman Shekinah, you're recognized.
  272. 0:13:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  273. 0:13:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I have a full report next week.
  274. 0:13:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, thank you.
  275. 0:13:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript We're ready for Parks and Recreation.
  276. 0:13:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Chairman is not here at a conference.
  277. 0:13:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You'll have a full report next week.
  278. 0:13:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Public Safety Committee Chairman Lovato.
  279. 0:13:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'll have a full report next week.
  280. 0:13:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, thank you.
  281. 0:13:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Transportation, Streets and Garage Committee,
  282. 0:13:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Chairman Smith, you're recognized.
  283. 0:13:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Yes, I have a report on July 2nd.
  284. 0:13:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, next week.
  285. 0:14:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript All right, thank you.
  286. 0:14:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript One item under new business resolution,
  287. 0:14:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript 69-2025-26, the resolution of the City of Clarksville,
  288. 0:14:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Tennessee, requiring majority council approval
  289. 0:14:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript prior to termination of lease agreement
  290. 0:14:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript with Ajax Turner Senior Citizen Center at [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time]
  291. 0:14:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and rescinding the notice of termination by the Mayor
  292. 0:14:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript on March 20th, 2026.
  293. 0:14:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Councilman Smith, you are the sponsor.
  294. 0:14:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You're recognized.
  295. 0:14:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor.
  296. 0:14:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript You just read the resolution and we all heard it.
  297. 0:14:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript This was a resolution to, I know that on June the 30th,
  298. 0:14:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript that the lease will be terminated.
  299. 0:14:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor. You just read the resolution and we all heard it. This was a resolution to, I know that on June the 30th, that the lease will be terminated.
  300. 0:14:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor. You just read the resolution and we all heard it. This was a resolution to, I know that on June the 30th, that the lease will be terminated.
  301. 0:14:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Thank you, Mayor. You just read the resolution and we all heard it. This was a resolution to, I know that on June the 30th, that the lease will be terminated.
  302. 0:14:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript with Ajax Center, Senior Center.
  303. 0:14:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And so this resolution is to restore,
  304. 0:14:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript hopefully to restore the leadership
  305. 0:14:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and rights back to the nonprofit organization
  306. 0:14:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript that has been operating for about 60 years
  307. 0:14:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript as an independent nonprofit ran by the community
  308. 0:14:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and for the community, providing meals, healthcare,
  309. 0:15:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript social connection and the adult care.
  310. 0:15:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript center for most vulnerable among us.
  311. 0:15:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript So we know that the adult care center is not operating now,
  312. 0:15:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript but we know that this center has been operating,
  313. 0:15:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript as I said, for 60 years.
  314. 0:15:14 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And so this resolution is hopefully to give the authority
  315. 0:15:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript back to the senior citizen,
  316. 0:15:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript person that are operating,
  317. 0:15:26 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript give it back to the senior citizen,
  318. 0:15:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript put it back in their hands,
  319. 0:15:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript let them continue to operate as a nonprofit
  320. 0:15:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for the good of the people.
  321. 0:15:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I have the resolution before me.
  322. 0:15:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'll read it now.
  323. 0:15:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And then on next week, I won't have to read it, okay?
  324. 0:15:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript It says, a resolution of the city council
  325. 0:15:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the city of Clonsford, Tennessee,
  326. 0:15:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript requiring majority council approval
  327. 0:15:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript prior to termination of the lease agreement
  328. 0:15:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript with Ajax Turner Center, Citizen Center
  329. 0:15:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript at [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time] and rescinding the notice
  330. 0:15:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of termination issued by the mayor on March 20, 2026.
  331. 0:16:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Whereas the city of Clonsford is a party to lease agreement
  332. 0:16:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript with the Ajax Turner Senior Citizen,
  333. 0:16:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript a nonprofit organization providing essential services
  334. 0:16:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to senior residents of Clonsford, Tennessee
  335. 0:16:16 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for the use of city owned property located
  336. 0:16:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript at [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time], Clonsford, Tennessee, 37040.
  337. 0:16:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Whereas Ajax Turner Senior Citizen Center
  338. 0:16:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript has served the elderly population of Clonsford for many years.
  339. 0:16:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Providing programming, social services, community support
  340. 0:16:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and its continued operation is a matter
  341. 0:16:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of significant public concern.
  342. 0:16:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Whereas on March 20, 2026, Mayor Joe Pitts issued a letter
  343. 0:16:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to Ajax Turner Senior Citizens Center
  344. 0:16:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript purporting to terminate the agreement
  345. 0:16:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript effected June 30, 2026.
  346. 0:16:55 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Pursued to section 11 thereof with 90 days advance notice.
  347. 0:17:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And whereas the city of Clonsford, Tennessee,
  348. 0:17:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript City Council finds that the termination of the lease
  349. 0:17:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript involving a longstanding community organization
  350. 0:17:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and a city owned facility is a decision
  351. 0:17:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of significant public policy that wants deliberation
  352. 0:17:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript and collective action by the full legislative body
  353. 0:17:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the city.
  354. 0:17:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript And whereas the City Council has the authority
  355. 0:17:21 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to establish policies governing the use and disposition
  356. 0:17:26 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of city owned property and to require legislative approval
  357. 0:17:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript for actions affecting such property,
  358. 0:17:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript whereas when city tax dollars are utilized
  359. 0:17:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript to support a non-profit,
  360. 0:17:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript the City Council finds that its members
  361. 0:17:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript should have a voice in the decision.
  362. 0:17:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Further, finds that consistent with principles
  363. 0:17:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of transparent and accountable local government,
  364. 0:17:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript decision of this nation should require approval
  365. 0:17:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the majority of the entire council.
  366. 0:17:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Now, therefore be it resolved by the City Council
  367. 0:17:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript of the City of Clonsford, Tennessee as follows.
  368. 0:18:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Not withstanding any authority, it best be subordinate to the first symphony of the association.
  369. 0:18:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IN THE MAYOR UNDER THE AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE, THE TERMINATION OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
  370. 0:18:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE CITY OF CLARSFIELD AND AJAX TURNER SENIOR CITIZEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time]
  371. 0:18:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript [address omitted; hear it in the video at this time] SHALL REQUIRE THE AFFIRMATIVE VOTE OF A MAJORITY OF THE ENTIRE CITY COUNCIL BEFORE
  372. 0:18:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SUCH TERMINATION MAY TAKE EFFECT.
  373. 0:18:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF LEASE CONTRACT DATED MARCH 20, 2026, ISSUED BY MAYOR JOE
  374. 0:18:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript PITTS TO AJAX TURNER SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER, IS HEREBY SUSPENDED UNTIL THE CITY COUNCIL
  375. 0:18:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript VOTES BY MAJORITY OF ITS ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP TO APPROVE THE TERMINATION OF THE AGREEMENT.
  376. 0:18:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE LEASE AGREEMENT SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT PENDING THE OUTCOME OF SUCH A VOTE.
  377. 0:18:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL AT THIS MEETING TAKE UP AND VOTE UP ON THE MATTER OF WHETHER TO
  378. 0:18:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript APPROVE TERMINATION OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH AJAX TURNER SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER.
  379. 0:19:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript TERMINATION OF LEASE SHALL ONLY PROCEED UPON THE AFFIRMATIVE VOTE OF A MAJORITY OF
  380. 0:19:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE CITY COUNCIL AT THIS OR ANY SUBQUENT DULY NOTICED MEETING.
  381. 0:19:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THIS RESOLUTION SHALL TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY UPON ITS PASSAGE AND ADOPTION BY THE CITY
  382. 0:19:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLARCEVILLE, TENNESSEE.
  383. 0:19:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IS THAT IT?
  384. 0:19:26 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript COUNCIL MEMBER SMITH, THE CITY CHARTER INVESTED IN THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR OF THE AUTHORITY
  385. 0:19:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript TO TERMINATE LEASES AND CONTRACTS, AND THIS WOULD BE IN CONFLICT TO THAT, SO THIS RESOLUTION
  386. 0:19:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WOULD BE RULED OUT OF ORDER NEXT WEEK, AND YOU'RE CERTAINLY, YOU'RE CERTAINLY HAVE THE
  387. 0:19:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript OPPORTUNITY TO CHALLENGE THE RULING OF THE CHAIR NEXT WEEK, AND I WOULD THINK AFTER THE
  388. 0:19:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript INFORMATION THAT'S COME OUT, YOU WOULDN'T WANT TO HIT YOUR WAGON TO THIS, BUT THAT'S
  389. 0:19:55 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOUR RIGHT TO DO THAT, SO I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT.
  390. 0:19:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WELL, THANK YOU, MAYOR, FOR BRINGING THAT TO MY ATTENTION.
  391. 0:20:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THANK YOU.
  392. 0:20:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I KNOW THAT'S IN THE CITY CHARTER, BUT I WAS UNDER THE UNDERSTANDING THAT THERE WAS
  393. 0:20:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALSO AN ORDINANCE PER THE ATTORNEY THAT WE SHOULD HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE ON SUCH A RESOLUTION.
  394. 0:20:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT DOESN'T SAY EXPLICITLY THAT WE CANNOT BRING FORTH A RESOLUTION TO RESOLVE THIS.
  395. 0:20:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF IT IS, IF Y'ALL SHOW THAT TO ME, I WILL, YOU KNOW.
  396. 0:20:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript HEY, TERMINATE THIS.
  397. 0:20:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript OKAY.
  398. 0:20:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THANK YOU.
  399. 0:20:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THANK YOU.
  400. 0:20:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL RIGHT.
  401. 0:20:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE ARE NOW READY FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS.
  402. 0:20:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THREE PEOPLE EACH.
  403. 0:20:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ANY MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC, THREE PEOPLE, FIVE MINUTES EACH.
  404. 0:20:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ANY MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC WISH TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL, IF YOU WOULD, GIVE US YOUR NAME,
  405. 0:20:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND YOU HAVE FIVE MINUTES.
  406. 0:20:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript GOOD EVENING, MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS.
  407. 0:20:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MY NAME IS KATHY WALLACE, AND I'M HERE TONIGHT TO OPPOSE THE PROPOSED TAKEOVER OF THE SINGER
  408. 0:20:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript CITIZEN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION BY PARKS AND REC.
  409. 0:21:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript FIRST, I WANT TO MAKE IT CLEAR.
  410. 0:21:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'M NOT HERE TO CRITICIZE YOUR PARKS AND REC DEPARTMENT, EVEN THOUGH Y'ALL HAVE SOME
  411. 0:21:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MAJOR ISSUES GOING ON.
  412. 0:21:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript PARKS AND RECREATION SERVES AS AN IMPORTANT PURPOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY.
  413. 0:21:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript HOWEVER, THAT WORKS WELL FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
  414. 0:21:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S NOT ALWAYS WHAT BEST SERVES OUR SENIOR POPULATION.
  415. 0:21:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript TO MOST OF US, THIS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION IS MUCH MORE THAN A BUILDING.
  416. 0:21:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S A SECOND HOME.
  417. 0:21:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S A PLACE WHERE FRIENDSHIPS ARE FORMED, WHERE PEOPLE CHECK ON ONE ANOTHER, WHERE
  418. 0:21:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WIDOWS, WIDOWERS, ALL ELDERS.
  419. 0:21:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WHERE SENIORS FIND COMPANIONSHIP AND WHERE SENIORS FACING HUNGER, HEALTH CHALLENGES,
  420. 0:21:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript LONELINESS, ISOLATION, WHICH LEADS TO THEIR DEPRESSION, FIND SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT.
  421. 0:21:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE ATMOSPHERE CREATED BY THIS ORGANIZATION CANNOT BE DUPLICATED SIMPLY BY CHANGING IT
  422. 0:21:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript TO THE PARKS AND REC MANAGEMENT.
  423. 0:21:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT HAS BEEN BUILT THROUGHOUT THE YEARS THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS, VOLUNTEERISM, TRUST, AND OTHER
  424. 0:21:57 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript GENUINE CONCERNS FOR EACH OTHER.
  425. 0:21:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ONE OF MY CONCERNS WITH THE PARK AND REC.
  426. 0:22:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE PARKS AND REC ALREADY HAS A BROAD RANGE OF RESPONSIBILITY, WHICH INCLUDES MANAGING
  427. 0:22:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM, THE YOUTH ACTIVITIES, FACILITIES, COMMUNITY EVENTS, RECREATIONAL
  428. 0:22:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript PROGRAMS, ALL REQUIRE A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF RESOURCES AND ATTENTION.
  429. 0:22:17 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE SENIOR CITIZENS ALSO DESERVE THE SAME AMOUNT OF FOCUS AND LEADERSHIP.
  430. 0:22:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I DID PICK UP YOUR PARKS AND REC PROGRAM BEFORE I CAME HERE.
  431. 0:22:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF YOU LOOK THROUGH THESE PAGES, YOU HAVE THREE.
  432. 0:22:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THREE THINGS FOR THE SENIORS.
  433. 0:22:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE PARKS AND REC, THE AJAX TURNER, WE HAVE OVER 11 TO 12 PROGRAMS PER DAY THAT DO NOT
  434. 0:22:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript COST AN EXTRA PENNY TO PARTICIPATE.
  435. 0:22:43 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOUR PROGRAM, WHICH CHANGES QUARTERLY, OFFERS MANY PROGRAMS, BUT GRANTED, WE SAVED THE
  436. 0:22:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript $5 ON THE MEMBERSHIP VERSUS $30, BUT YOUR PROGRAMS FOR US TO SIGN UP FOR ARE LIMITED
  437. 0:22:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript PARTICIPATION, SPECIFIC TIME FRAMES.
  438. 0:23:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND AT AN EXTRA COST.
  439. 0:23:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MANY OF THE PEOPLE THAT COME TO THE CENTER DO NOT HAVE THAT MONEY, NOT TO MENTION THEY
  440. 0:23:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript DON'T HAVE THE ABILITY TO ACTUALLY GO ON THE APP AND SIGN UP.
  441. 0:23:14 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript LET ME GO FURTHER.
  442. 0:23:14 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript OKAY.
  443. 0:23:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MANY OF THE EXERCISE CLASSES THAT I'VE TAKEN AT YOUR PARKS AND REC IS LED BY YOUNGER INDIVIDUALS.
  444. 0:23:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I GET THAT.
  445. 0:23:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY NEED JOBS.
  446. 0:23:26 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY'RE GOOD AT WHAT THEY DO.
  447. 0:23:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY DON'T HAVE THE PROBLEMS THAT I HAVE.
  448. 0:23:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I HAVE HEART ISSUES.
  449. 0:23:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I HAVE ARTHRITIS ISSUES.
  450. 0:23:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I HAVE MANY OTHER PROBLEMS AND PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS THAT PEOPLE OF THAT AGE RANGE DO NOT HAVE.
  451. 0:23:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE PEOPLE AT THE AJAC SURNER CENTER, THEY'RE GOING THROUGH THIS WITH US.
  452. 0:23:45 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY HAVE THOSE PROBLEMS.
  453. 0:23:46 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY UNDERSTAND.
  454. 0:23:47 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY MODIFY THE PACE.
  455. 0:23:48 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript PARKS AND REC DOES NOT.
  456. 0:23:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'M SPEAKING AS A PAST PARTICIPANT IN THOSE PROGRAMS.
  457. 0:23:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript OUR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION HAS DEVELOPED PROGRAMS SPECIFICALLY FOR THE PEOPLE WITH ARTHRITIS,
  458. 0:23:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MOBILITY CHALLENGES.
  459. 0:24:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript VARIOUS FITNESS LEVELS.
  460. 0:24:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THESE PROGRAMS ARE NOT SIMPLY ACTIVITIES.
  461. 0:24:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY'RE TOOLS TO KEEP US HEALTHY AND PRODUCTIVE CITIZENS IN THIS COMMUNITY.
  462. 0:24:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THERE ARE ALSO SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCES IN THE ACCESSIBILITY AND THE AFFORDABILITY WHICH I'VE ALREADY APPROACHED.
  463. 0:24:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript GRANTED, OUR SYSTEM DOES CHARGE $30 A YEAR FOR THE MEMBERSHIP.
  464. 0:24:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT IS A LITTLE MORE THAN YOUR $5.
  465. 0:24:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript BUT IF YOU LOOK THROUGH THE THREE PROGRAMS THAT YOU OFFER THROUGH THIS CATALOG,
  466. 0:24:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S OVER $30 AND THAT'S ONLY FOR A QUARTER.
  467. 0:24:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SO THAT MAKES IT UNREACHABLE TO A LOT OF PEOPLE AND UNAFFORDABLE.
  468. 0:24:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SO I JUST PLEASE ASK YOU TO THINK ABOUT THAT WHEN YOU THINK ABOUT THE CITIZENS IN CLARCHVILLE
  469. 0:24:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THAT ARE IN MIGUIMER COUNTY THAT COME AND USE THE FACILITY.
  470. 0:24:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript OUR SENIOR CITIZEN IS DIFFERENT.
  471. 0:24:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SENIOR CENTER IS DIFFERENT.
  472. 0:24:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT PROVIDES A PLACE WHERE SENIORS CAN COME AND GO, GATHER WITH OUR FRIENDS, PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES,
  473. 0:24:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ENJOY MEALS, RECEIVE SORTS.
  474. 0:25:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S A PLACE WHERE THEY CAN FIND SUPPORT AND SIMPLY AVOID SPENDING ANOTHER DAY ALONE LOCKED IN THEIR HOME.
  475. 0:25:07 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE FLEXIBILITY IS INVALUABLE FOR OLDER INDIVIDUALS.
  476. 0:25:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I'M ALSO CONCERNED THAT THE FINANCIAL IMPACT OF A CITY TAKEOVER MAY BE SIGNIFICANTLY UNDERESTIMATED
  477. 0:25:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF YOU HAVE TO GO IN AND REPLACE ALL OF THE FURNISHING, THE PROGRAMMING, THE SERVICES, THE EQUIPMENT,
  478. 0:25:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THE ACTIVITIES, NOT TO MENTION THE NUMEROUS AMOUNT OF VOLUNTEERS.
  479. 0:25:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I JUST DON'T THINK THAT YOUR BUDGET OF $1.4 MILLION IS GOING TO COVER THAT.
  480. 0:25:37 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THAT'S JUST NOT ENOUGH.
  481. 0:25:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE'RE BATTLING ABOUT THE TAXES NOW.
  482. 0:25:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU'LL HAVE TO INCREASE.
  483. 0:25:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript TODAY, I RESPECTFULLY ASK THAT THE COUNCIL TO PRESERVE THE INDEPENDENCE OF THIS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION.
  484. 0:25:50 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
  485. 0:25:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOUR TIME IS UP.
  486. 0:25:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ANYONE ELSE WISH TO ADDRESS?
  487. 0:25:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YES, MA'AM.
  488. 0:25:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE HAVE TIME FOR TWO MORE, PLEASE.
  489. 0:26:05 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF YOU WOULD GIVE US YOUR NAME AND YOU HAVE FIVE MINUTES.
  490. 0:26:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript LOIS GREITER.
  491. 0:26:09 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I JUST ACTUALLY HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT TONIGHT.
  492. 0:26:13 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript I HAVE BEEN AUTHORIZED BY JILL CROW TO INFORM YOU THAT SHE HAS GUARANTEED A PLACE FOR US TO MOVE TO
  493. 0:26:22 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND THAT THE NAME AJAX TURNER SENIOR CENTER WILL STAY WITH THE NONPROFIT.
  494. 0:26:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THANK YOU.
  495. 0:26:32 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL RIGHT.
  496. 0:26:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE HAVE TIME FOR ONE MORE.
  497. 0:26:55 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SERGEANT, IF YOU'D LEAD HER TO THE WELL AND TO THE MIC.
  498. 0:27:00 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript DO YOU WANT TO GET THE MICROPHONE SITUATED?
  499. 0:27:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL RIGHT.
  500. 0:27:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF YOU'LL GIVE US YOUR NAME AND THEN WE'LL LET YOU KNOW WHEN YOU HAVE FIVE MINUTES.
  501. 0:27:18 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript OKAY.
  502. 0:27:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MY NAME IS LORRAINE WALKINS AND I AM THE FACILITATOR OF THE NEW VISION SUPPORT GROUP FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED AT AJAX CENTER.
  503. 0:27:28 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND I'VE HEARD SO MUCH ABOUT NEGATIVE STUFF ABOUT THE CENTER.
  504. 0:27:34 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE HAVE BEEN THERE SINCE 2000.
  505. 0:27:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND ALL WE HEAR IS NEGATIVE STUFF.
  506. 0:27:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THAT I FEEL THAT WHAT'S GOING ON AT THAT CENTER HAS CREATED NEGATIVITY BECAUSE OF THE PEOPLE THAT'S RUNNING IT.
  507. 0:27:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE HAVE SOMEONE THERE WHO WILL NOT SPEAK TO YOU.
  508. 0:27:57 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SHE WILL PASS BY US AND WILL NOT TALK TO US.
  509. 0:28:02 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SHE WILL GO FOR DAYS AND IGNORE US.
  510. 0:28:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE NEED SOME LOVE IN THAT CENTER.
  511. 0:28:08 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE NEED SOME JOY.
  512. 0:28:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE NEED SOME PEACE.
  513. 0:28:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE NEED SOME PEACE IN THAT CENTER.
  514. 0:28:12 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND IT'S NOT GOING TO GET THERE THE WAY IT'S GOING NOW.
  515. 0:28:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE HAVE BEEN THERE WHEN SHE WILL NOT SPEAK TO US OR COME BY US.
  516. 0:28:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WHAT IS IT GOING TO TAKE FOR YOU ALL TO REALIZE?
  517. 0:28:23 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE ARE HUMAN.
  518. 0:28:25 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU ALL NEED TO KNOW OLD PEOPLE NEED LOVE.
  519. 0:28:30 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY NEED PEACE AND THEY NEED JOY.
  520. 0:28:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WHAT ARE WE SUPPOSED TO DO?
  521. 0:28:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript GO IN A CORNER SOMEWHERE AND SIT DOWN AND LET THEM DO WHAT THEY WANT TO DO?
  522. 0:28:39 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S NOT GOING TO HAPPEN.
  523. 0:28:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S NOT GOING TO HAPPEN.
  524. 0:28:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT'S NOT GOING TO HAPPEN.
  525. 0:28:42 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript SO WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
  526. 0:28:44 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript JUST CLOSE US DOWN AND Y'ALL GO AND JUST DO WHATEVER Y'ALL WANT TO DO?
  527. 0:28:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript COME ON, LOOK AND SEE WHAT THESE PEOPLE ARE DOING DOWN THERE AT AJAX.
  528. 0:28:52 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Y'ALL GOT TO SEE IT.
  529. 0:28:53 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU GOT TO SEE IT AND YOU GOT TO KNOW WHAT THEY DOING.
  530. 0:28:56 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU GOT TO KNOW.
  531. 0:28:57 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript COME ON, Y'ALL NOT CRAZY.
  532. 0:28:59 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Y'ALL SEE WHAT THEY HAVE DONE TO THAT CENTER.
  533. 0:29:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THEY HAVE DESTROYED IT.
  534. 0:29:03 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE WERE LIKE FAMILY BEFORE THEY CAME DOWN THERE.
  535. 0:29:06 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript NOW PEOPLE GO AROUND AND NOT SPEAK TO PEOPLE, HATE PEOPLE.
  536. 0:29:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript COME ON.
  537. 0:29:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript LET'S DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS AND GET THIS CENTER RUNNING BACK THE WAY IT USED TO BE.
  538. 0:29:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WHEN WE HAD ALL THOSE OTHER PEOPLE RUNNING THAT CENTER, THERE WAS LOVE, THERE WAS JOY,
  539. 0:29:20 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript AND WE ALL UNITED AS ONE.
  540. 0:29:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF ONE PERSON HURT, WE ALL HURT.
  541. 0:29:27 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IF ONE PIECE OF PERSON FELL DOWN, WE PICKED THEM UP.
  542. 0:29:31 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WHAT DO WE DO NOW?
  543. 0:29:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IGNORE EACH OTHER.
  544. 0:29:35 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript NOW, THAT'S NOT LOVE.
  545. 0:29:36 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THAT'S NOT LOVE.
  546. 0:29:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL YOU THINK ABOUT IS MONEY.
  547. 0:29:40 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL REGULATIONS.
  548. 0:29:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU'RE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PENALTY.
  549. 0:29:41 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL YOU THINK ABOUT, IF YOU'RE A CHILD OF GOD, YOU ARE UP FOR THE RIGHT THING.
  550. 0:29:49 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU DON'T CARE WHAT PEOPLE SAY.
  551. 0:29:51 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript YOU DO YOUR JOB AND PEOPLE ARE NOT GOING TO TALK ABOUT YOU.
  552. 0:29:54 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript NOW THAT'S ALL I GOT TO SAY.
  553. 0:29:57 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript THANK YOU, MISS WATKINS.
  554. 0:29:58 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript WE'RE NOW READY FOR MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS.
  555. 0:30:01 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ANY MEMBER OF THE COUNCIL HAVE A COMMENT?
  556. 0:30:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript ALL RIGHT.
  557. 0:30:04 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript MEMBERS, AS YOU LEAVE TODAY, YOU WILL BE GIVEN A VERY LOW TECH VERSION OF WHAT WE CALL A SMART BOOK.
  558. 0:30:10 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript IT HAS COPIES OF DOCUMENTS.
  559. 0:30:11 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript in there that will point the way toward our decision-making and budgets and
  560. 0:30:15 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript operations we think it's very important for you to have copies of those even
  561. 0:30:19 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript though much of that is available on our website things like annual report budget
  562. 0:30:24 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript priorities the timeline for the budget preparation process and other items in
  563. 0:30:29 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript that book and I want to say thank you to the chief and to the staff for putting
  564. 0:30:33 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript that together for you all right nothing else we are adjourned happy birthday mr.
  565. 0:30:38 in the video (opens in a new tab) Transcript Bittner don't get used to it

Unofficial copy. Official record: the city's meeting video (MP4) (opens in a new tab).

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