PV tornado warning system needs upgrade Emergency weather sirens in Pleasant View need new system software to activate properly notifying residents of impending Tornado Warnings. The software currently installed does not work properly. The sirens have not been going off to warn residents of approaching weather emergencies. Police Chief Tad Wheeler, also the Chief Safety Officer of Pleasant View, asked Joe the Board of Mayor and Alderman workshop on Tuesday May 26. Collison presented a Power Point pre- PV softball program in jeopardy “Pleasant View Athletic Association will vote to remove softball and you will have a lot of angry parents on your hands,” warned Shane Allen, President of the PVAA, at Tuesday’s Board of Parks and Recreation Meeting. After a 3-2 vote, Tuesday night, Pleasant View Athletic Association was denied being exempt from paying maintenance and utilities fees, a requested made by by the non-profit Continued, SOFTBALL, p. 17 sentation promoting the capabilities of their company and software they provide that could be installed, fixing the current problem with the sirens. McCord Communications has installed sirens and software to activate sirens in Oklahoma City, Texas, Ohio, multiple military bases and school campuses. They are one of only two companies in the Southeast that provide this service. Integrating the new software for the two sirens within Pleasant View would cost approximately $7,000.00. To configure the software, installation expenses, testing of system, training and travel time from Alabama would cost an estimated $3,200.00. Additionally, Pleasant View would have to maintain the system budgeting an estimated $800.00 annually Pleasant View budgeted approximately $6500.00 toward upgrading and installing of software for the sirens. Mayor Keenan requested splitting the cost of the system over two budget years to pay for the proposed services. McCord Communications said they would do their best to work with Pleasant View to help integrate the proposed system cost effectively, if the town decides to implement the Continued, SIRENS, p. 17 June 01, 2015 www.exchangehotspot.com Exchange Newsgroup, Inc. Syamore High’s graduation was held last week at the Dunn Center on the campus of APSU. —Photo by Tonya Steele Page 2 I-24 Exchange June 01, 2015 June 01, 2015 I-24 Exchange Page 3 Letters to the Editor Dear Editor: Our country as a whole nation wide state by state has been held back from economic growth for six years and everyone is busting at the seams wanting for it to happen. Sure some states has seen growth and that is because the businesses left one state and run where it was cheaper to operate. As we close out the Obama years many of our elected officials are smelling new growth. Their senses smelling new money, new business, new growth that will be a new source of revenues and eventually be tax access because what we got will not be enough. Can’t wait to spend it as it comes in, that is the cry. All of the increases will be to feed the greedy without merit of honest labor because of the old theory “the more they get the more we can get. If you take a job to serve the people then you should be willing to take less pay. You were willing to take the job knowing that low pay would be a way of life. What gives elected the right to request and vote in pay raises that are higher than the average earners in our county. Elected officials thinking the more we can get county employees is the more we can get. Besides a raise, spending is the biggest thrill that an elected person can have. Growth of any kind requires huge responsibilities through managing in proportions of what is needed and what will turn into waste. Money does not have to be spent because it’s in the kitty. Money does not have to be spent because another county in Maine paid higher wages than we pay. Money spent ridiculously piling on wages for the elected is inflation and without merit if above the average wage of citizens in our area. Inflation and growth of any government large or small is a killer to propriety for all because it’s taxes that pays for all of it. Officials are not elected to become sarcastically wealthy at the expense of tax payers by using their votes to get their unnecessary wage increases. I have said that keeping property taxes low would draw more people and business growth. I said that patience is the key--waiting until money has been accumulated to pay cash for what is needed. Pleasant View experiencing new growth and the elected officials from lack of experience, are learning how to deal with it. Elected people need to have the taxpayer in mind first before anything else is considered. The businesses and taxpayers are the foundation of our county government. If any county official wants to stand out to the voters, then the best way is to cut cost and spending. Spenders and takers are taxpayers’ worst enemies. We can see relief within reaching distance and have to win the White House with a Republican to make the new growth takes place. So be frugal, tight, conservative, stingy making no debt or commitments too long term contracts of any kind. If a Republican wins the presidency the rush will be on like the gold rush of 1849. The term used by many county elected is “WE NEED MORE REVENUES.” This is an amateur politician in action that knows nothing about managing money or people. First look for waste of labor, wasteful spending, over kill spending, not needed spending and voting in a raise for thy self. In the paper it was stated again that no property taxes increases in eight years. The state had a reevaluation of appraisals for property taxes and it was an increase to property owners. County employees get raises, property owners get a tax increase for life of ownership. The interest rates are like nothing and where do seniors get their raise? Obama stole 716 billion out of Medicare and DR. appointments are once a year unless an emergency and drugs have increased over 100% . Those people that don’t Dear Editor: The petulant little Saul Alinsky disciple and the latch jaw JFK wannabe has reached a tentative agreement with Iran. “MAY GOD in his infinite pity and loving kindness have mercy on Israel.” As I listened to Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech before the Congress, I though what a lack of leadership and statesmanship there is in all branches of our Republic from both sides of the aisle as well as our judiciary. It was refreshing to actually hear a true and tried and mature world leader, a true statesmen. It also demonstrated how inept and unqualified Obama is as a world leader. How dangerous it is for an unknown, untried, incompetent individual like Barrack Obama to be involved in negotiations and agreements that not only affects the safety of Israel, but the Middle East! Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke to congress in spite of the controversy created by the adolescent in the White House. Even though Prime Minster Netanyahu was up for election and there was opposition by some in his own country, he courageously plead the case for Israel’s welfare to the US Congress. It appears that our Republic has become unable to produce these kinds of leaders. pay property taxes what do they pay? The employed by School Board pays nothing because their raise is more than tax increase so they care less. Other words the pay increases will pay the taxes with leftover money and this is why School Boards and employees don’t care whom they hurt for the high dollars. Fred W. Campbell Ashland City Politicians today represent themselves and their re-elections. Neither party resembles what they were originally. In the Republican Party there is no Theodore Roosevelt, Dwight Eisenhower, Barry Goldwater, Everett Dirksen, Howard Baker or Ronald Reagan. In the Democrat Party there is no Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry Truman, John F. Kennedy, Adlai Stevenson, Tip O’neill, Sam Ervin, or Hubert Humphrey. Sadly many in our country have no idea who these men were or what they stood for. While they all had their share of faults, they believed in the exceptional-ism of our country. They have taken their place’s in history and unfortunately, I don’t see any replacements on the horizon. Now the Democratic party is run by Saul Alinsky disciples, individuals that think they are entitled to a free ride an the taxpayers’ dime. These leaders not only deny the exceptional-ism of our Republic, but apologize for our positive role in world affairs. The Republicans have degenerated into a useless self serving group whose only goal is to gain reelection by not offending anyone. I have suggestion: let’s do away with national elections. Lets just coronate Hillary Alinsky Clinton. The Democrats, the Communist, the Socialist, the Entitleds will rejoice. The country club RINO Republicans will be happy. They won’t have to stand for any thing. “We the people” don’t seem to be wise enough to replace these Bottom Feeders anyway. Everyone wins---loses?? Just pick one. There are no absolutes anymore anyway. Wayne Romans Chapmansboro Tn. Send your letter to [email protected] June 01, 2015 I-24 Exchange Obituaries BIRMINGHAM, Cynthia N., age 77, passed away at Hillcrest Healthcare Center in Ashland City, Tennessee, on May 22, 2015. Cindy was born February 18, 1938, in Ellard, Mississippi, to Marvin E. Neal and Lillie N. Massey Neal. She was a member of Pleasant View First Baptist Church and worked and retired as an information operator for Mountain Bell. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Nuton Birmingham; five brothers and sisters, and her daughter, Kathey Anne Birmingham. She is survived by her daughter, Julie Aileen Birmingham; brother, Johnnie (Sheila) Neal; sister, Myrtle Morgan, one grandson, Gary; and three great-grandchildren. Funeral service was May 26, 2015. Burial for Cindy was in Driver’s Flatt Baptist Church Cemetery in Banner, Mississippi, on May 27, 2015. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to the Alzheimer’s Association. Cheatham County Funeral Home. BRACEY, Michael Wayne, age 63, passed away at TriStar of Ashland City on May 23, 2015. Michael was born February 6, 1952 in Nashville, to Wayne Bracey and Lura Dean Perry Bracey. He was a Christian, a Veteran of the United States Air Force, a graduate of Cheatham County Central High School Class of 1971, and worked and retired from Nashville Gas in Customer Service. He is preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Lura Dean Bracey and his grandparents, B. Perry and Louise Perry and Felix and Lula Myrtle Bracey. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Diane Bracey; son, Lee Michael Bracey (Laura); daughter, Leslie Boak (Russell); brothers, David (Diane), Dean (Carol), Perry (Kim) Bracey; sisters, Jan Atkinson (Larry) and Debra Wilbur; and 2 grandchildren, Adam and Lucas Boak. Funeral service was May 27, 2015,with burial in Bethlehem Cemetery in Ashland City with military honors. Cheatham County Funeral Home 615792-2552 cheathamcountyfh.com MATTHEWS, David Dean, Jr. 40 of Joelton passed away on Thursday May 21, 2015 at his home. David was born on October 28, 1974 to parents David, Sr. and Pamela Joy (Ward) Matthews in Nashville, TN. He is survived by his parents, wife Christy Matthews, daughters Myranda Matthews and companion Shane Morgan, Haley (Westley) Hasty, Mya Matthews, brother Brandon (Susan) Matthews, sisters Angie (Randy) Hunnell, Misty Matthews and companion Heath Greer, Heather Butterworth, grandchildren Trayce Morgan, Tanner Morgan, Brooklyn Hasty, Alianna Hasty, and Grandmother Mary Lou Simmons. He was preceded in death by his uncle Mark Matthews. Funeral Service for David was May 23 with burial at the Ever Rest of Cheatham Memorial Gardens on Hwy. 49 in Pleasant View. Arrangements by the Boyd Funeral Home, Alan Desmond, Director, 101 Elizabeth St. Ashland City, TN 37015 615-792-4677 Page 5 Boy Scouts car show On June 13th, the Boy Scouts of America Troop 458 is pleased to announce the 20th Annual Car / Motorcycle Show. You can expect to see classic cars, street rods, motorcycles, trucks, muscle cars, rat rods, sport cars and a lot of friendly faces. The car show will be located at the River Bluff Park on Tennessee Waltz Parkway, Ashland City, TN. Registration between the hours of 8:00 AM and Noon. Judging will begin at 10:00 AM and awards will be presented at 3:00 PM. The judging will be based upon a 500 point system and experienced judges will determine the top cars. There will be awards for the TOP 25 cars, plus TOP 10 Motorcycle awards and Best of Show trophies. Dash plaques will be given to the 1st 100 car show entries. This is an open car show and the public is certainly welcome and invited. Cheatham Records BUILDING PERMITS Mary Johnson, Swimming Pool, 3144 Bearwallow Rd., Ashland City, $1,500.00 PROEPRTY TRANSFERS Sharon Hollaway to Cherie Mason 249 Bailey Ln., Unit #102, Pleasant View $144,000.00 Michael & Donnette Stamps to Megan Shaneyfelt & Justin Coombs 1015 Heatherwood Rd., Pleasant View $150,000.00 Michael Jr. & Aime Carter to Geneiveve Bilbrey 1207 Everwood Dr., Ashland City $201,000.00 Norbert & Bethany Obendorfer to Austin Stratton 1012 Pin Oak Dr., Pleasant View $119,000.00 Anthony & Sandra Everhart to Stephanie Jordan 6000 Pleasant Hill Dr., Pleasant View $123,500.00 Justin Nicholson to Amanda Pink & David Zazworsky 108 Forrest St., Ashland City $112,000.00 Vonda Gunnells to Michael & Marcey Ward 741 Balthrop Rd., Chapmansboro $208,000.00 Elenor Brandon & Cynthia Loring to Dakota Wind Properties LLC 115 Forrest St., Ashland City $350,000.00 Pamela Conner to William Clarke 1574 Pebble Brook Dr., Ashland City $286,900.00 Christopher & Diana Knight to Christopher Carrigan 2004 Ruby Travis Dr., Chapmansboro $157,900.00 Derek & Adriane Vandlen to Justin & Samantha Garrison 213 Glenda Ct., Pleasant View $209,900.00 Jerry & marcia Reynolds to Joseph & Paula Keith 346 Preakness Cir., Pleasant View $144,500.00 Commission workshops budget The Cheatham County Commission met over four hours in a workshop session dedicated to reviewing the proposed budget for the 20152016 fiscal year. Sheriff Mike Breedlove, Circuit Court Clerk Julie Hibbs and Director of Animal Control JT Jordie presented their lists of request for additional funding. Animal Control is seeking $25,415 in additional funding to add parttime positions and cover increases for various supplies including food and custodial supplies. Hibbs is requesting $170,583 of new funding to cover the addition of four new deputy clerks to the department. Her department handles court cases for circuit, general sessions and juvenile courts. She told commissioners, “I can no longer operate the offices I am responsible for, with the personnel I have. I don’t have the personnel to keep the docket running.” Hibbs said case loads in the three courts have increased over the past several years. The department has added no new positions in the 16 years Hibbs has served as Circuit Court Clerk. She told commissioners she was very confident the amount of money her department would be able to secure for the county in court costs would more than cover the increase to the depart- ment. Sheriff Mike Breedlove is requesting an additional $487,670 in the Sheriff ’s Department budget and $432,367 in the jail budget.The recommendation from the budget committee is $252,009 in new spending for the Sheriff ’s Office and $362,867 for the jail. Breedlove presented a powerpoint presentation to the commission covering every requested increase in depth and offering an explanation for the requests. The Sheriff ’s department is also seeking for approval of funding for six new Ford Explorers at a total cost of $271,772.78. Commissioners will continue to hear requests at their next workshop for the budget. The meeting is scheduled to begin immediately following the public hearing for the budget, June 15, 6:00 p.m. in the General Session Court Room at the Cheatham County Courthouse. —Zachary R. McCarver Cheatham County gets the scoop from the I-24 Exchange Page 8 I-24 Exchange Cheatham County’s highest circulated newspaper I-24 Exchange June 01, 2015 June 01, 2015 I-24 Exchange Page 9 Cheatham Crime Robbie James Oden, 33, 1820 New Hope Road, Joelton, was charged with aggravated assault on May 21. Old Pinnacle Road, B, Joelton, was charged on May 22 with disorderly conduct. Henry Walter Woelk, 38, 3407 Mays Street, Nashville, was charged with theft on May 21. Donald Eugene Brown, 40, 5505 Trailwood Court, Joelton, was charged in a child support capias/ attachment on May 23. Stuart Taylor Androws, 20, 419 Circle Drive, Clarksville, was charged on may 21 with simple possession/ casual exchange, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of schedule III drug, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Jack Dempsey Irby, IV, 18, 1106 Old Pinnacle Road, B, Joelton, was charged with disorderly conduct on May 22. Angela Michelle Anderson, 39, 1106 Austin Noah Smith, 18, 105 Linda Drive, Hendersonville, was charged on May 24 with evading arrest, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, violation of 18-21-responsibility act, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Thomas Kelly Hammond, 43, 1710 Highway 12 N., Ashland City, was charged on May 24 with domestic assault and interference with emergency 911 calls. Tyler Keith Strawn, 20, 1820 New Hope Road, Joelton, was charged with aggravated burglary on May 26. Vandalism was reported on May 21 at 1335 Maplewood Road, Ashland City. A home burglary was reported at 5485 Trailwood Court, Ashland City, on May 23. On May 24, a theft report was filed at 1834 Old Clarksville Pike, Chapmansboro. A burglary with vandalism was investigated on May 25 at 1822 Mosley Ferry Road, Chapmansboro. An attempted aggravated burglary was reported at 1045 Old Clarksville Pike, Pleasant View, on May 25. QUALITY LAWN CARE MOWING/MULCHING/SEEDING/FERTILIZING BOBCAT WORK/CLEAN UP/ DIRT AND GRAVEL SPREAD BUSHHOG/GARDENS PLOWED/DISKED FIREWOOD SPLIT/DELIVERED RANDY NEWMAN MOBILE (615) 642-1546 HOME (615) 746-8202 Page 10 I-24 Exchange June 01, 2015 June 01, 2015 I-24 Exchange Page 11 School board talks Curtis contract, budget The Cheatham County School Board discussed the possibility of a new contract for Director of School, Dr. Stan Curtis. Chairman Brian Chase said he wanted to clear up a misunderstanding, he cited reports the board planned to meet in a closed door meeting with its attor- ney. Chase said the contract discussion would not be conducted in a meeting under attorney client privilege. Board member Dan Moore proposed a new contract that removes the bonus from Curtis’ contract and includes it in the salary. Moore said many districts are searching for directors and he believes the district should be competitive and take steps to ensure Curtis’ longevity in Cheatham County. Board members David Bibee, John Louallen and Kimberly Messer all said they were not in favor of a new contract. Bible told the board he believes it is a great idea, but said he thinks it is premature. He said, “Two years is not enough time to fully evaluate the direction Dr. Curtis is taking us.” Louallen and Messer both agreed and added they had not been able to fully evaluate Dr. Curtis on his recent evaluation due to their limited time served on the board. They both said they would not be comfortable with creating a new contract after two years of the current four year contract. Moore requested the contract be on the agenda for the next board meeting to be voted on regardless of the comments of the other board members. Curtis told the board he would inform them within the next week if he intends to apply for any position outside the district. He said his current contact has a stipulation requiring him to do so. The board will be deciding, at their next meeting, on one of two budgets to forward to the county commission. The board approved a budget earlier this year, however was recently informed of a potential issue with revenue figures based on a 98 percent collection rate of property taxes. The county commission has figured their budget on a 95 percent collection rate. Dan Henderson, Chief of Operations for the district, presented the board with two separate budgets for consideration. Henderson said one Continued, SCHOOL BOARD, p. 17 Sports Ready to rumble in Philly Ballard, Power All Star Cheer Brings National Championships to Pleasant View In its first year of calling Pleasant View “home” Power All Stars has already earned 4 National Championships, as well as many other awards. Owner and head coach Ron Ballard, along with assistant head coach Tori Ballard, attributed the successful season to the commitment, talent and hard work of their athletes as well as the loving, family atmosphere that is fostered at Power All Stars. Ron Ballard is the areas only fully certified USASF (U.S. All Star Federation) levels 1-5 coach. The US All Star Federation is the governing body for All Star Cheer. “We chose Pleasant View because it is a remarkable place. The Pleasant View area offers talented athletes and won- derful supporting families who want the best for their children. With such talent and this areas only cheer focused facility we see a long and bright future for our program and the areas athletes.” Coach Ron describes the beginning of the programs relocation over a year ago when two other families decided to join with him in bringing All Star Cheerleading to the Pleasant View Area. Power All Stars is excited about its growth with its new and returning athletes and will be continuing to accept new athletes throughout the summer. If you or anyone you know is interested in joining the Power Family we can be reached at 530-863-0667 or by stopping by our new facility located at 1014 Christopher Drive, Pleasant View, TN. LOCALLY OWNED! Members of Team Sweethands, in support of boxer Caleb Hunter Plant (center) arrived in Philadelphia on Thursday for Plant’s Friday night fight. Plant is going for his seventh professional win. Details in next week’s I-24 Exchange. Pictured from left: Tyler Adkinson, Richie Plant, Caleb Plant, Carman Plant, and Justin Gamber (Photo Submitted) Team Tomlin Brings Home Wins in Nashville Team Tomlin boxers Melody Fisher (left) and Emma Alsobrooks (right) both won decisions in a boxing tournament hosted at Cameron Prep School on Thursday night. Fisher’s opponent faced four standing eight counts in her victory, while Alsobrooks defeated a very skilled opponent she had previously not beated. Darryl Tomlin (center) is their trainer and coach. Photo Submited. June 01, 2015 I-24 Exchange Page 13 Your friend in the lawn, garden and farm supply business! WASTE INDUSTRIES • Pine Straw • Hardwood Mulch Natural, Black & Red • Full Line of Garden Seed • Fertilizer for Lawn & Garden • Pelletized Lime • Hydraulic Hoses Pleasant View Milling 2605 Church Street Pleasant View 746-5221 www.wasteindustries.com Now Servicing Pleasant View Once weekly trash collection. ONE 96 gallon trash container with FREE DELIVERY. Convenient Friday Collection. Price locked-in for an entire year. Sign up NOW to 30th receive one month FREE! Sign up before May to receive one month FREE! All this for just $17 .00/Month* billed quarterly at $51.00/quarter *Offer expires May 30th, 2015 Why not get started? 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Locations in Pleasant View and Nashville pleasantviewsmiles.com • Find us on Facebook Information & Appointments: 615-746-3700 • We accept most major insurance plans. • We are not accepting any new patients with TN Care insurances (Amerigroup/Americhoice/TN Care Select) or Medicare with Medicaid or one of those companies as secondary. • We are not accepting any new pain management patients either. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: The Village Primary Care 274 Centre Street, Suite 100 • Pleasant View, TN 37146 Phone: (615) 746-8872 • Fax: (615) 746-8871 Page 14 I-24 Exchange June 01, 2015 CHEATHAM COUNTY DEMOCRATS. The June meeting of the Cheatham County Democratic Committee will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 in the Denney Room (2nd floor) of the Pinnacle Bank, 524 South Main Street in Ashland City. Most of this meeting is expected to be devoted to a review of the TNDP Plan and the committee’s actions to date, plus future plans (or questions) with regard to the items in the plan. The committee may also address continued action on expansion of TennCare, establishment or increase of the minimum wage, and global warming, as well as filling of committee vacancies. All Cheatham County Democrats are invited to attend and participate. Contact Michael Lottman, Chair, at [email protected] or [email protected], or call 615714-2702. Happy Summer 2015! Pick up the I-24 Exchange at local businesses! PV Village Diner PV Sudden Service PV Shell Station PV Post Office Burnette’s June 01, 2015 Sirens continued from p. 1 system. The Board of Mayor and Alderman agreed it was priority of the city I-24 Exchange to keep residents of Pleasant View safe and warned of impending dangerous weather. They will continue reviewing proposed options and working with McCord Communications to find an effective way to alleviate the problem with the weather sirens. The Town of Pleasant View is looking at options to fix a road that is in need of repair on Mission Acres Drive after a waterline leakage. A homeowner on Mission Acres Drive contacted a plumber to repair a leak without the approval of the city. To repair the damage the plumber dug under the roadway to repair pipe leak, then backfilled the opening under the road causing disrepair of the roadway. The Board of Mayor and Alderman will have to decide how to move forward repairing the damages and deciding who should incur the expenses. The Town of Pleasant View will seek Attorney Chris Clark’s counsel on the matter to work and find an equitable solution for all parties involved. Prior to the Board of Mayor and Alderman’s Workshop Tuesday, they held a Special Called Meeting to discuss and vote on Ordinance 15-07 to Amend Ordinance Number 97-5 by Amending The Zoning Map. Property requesting to be rezoned was Map 10, Parcel 25.04 at 6308 Highway 41-A from Page 17 School Board continued from p. 11 of the options includes no new money and uses no money from the fund balance. This option includes a 5 percent pay raise for employees. The second option includes a an additional 2 percent pay increase (7 percent total), a reworking of coaching supplements and an increase in the technology pay scale. The second option would require using $763,000 from the fund balance. During discussion on the budget the board was told by Curtis estimated amounts for the Basic Education Program (BEP) were not as much as expected , though officials with the district have requested a review of some items to ensure the accuracy of the amount. Curtis added during the discussion, $100,000 of his salary is funded by BEP money. There was a lengthy discussion about a recently budget amendment request, tabled by the commission at their May meeting. Messer requested a budget amendment that would move the $809,000 out of the current budget instead of using money from the fund balance. Henderson said he could have one prepared to be voted on at the boards next meeting. The school board meets Monday, June 1. They will be considering to policy revisions allowing decisions on disposal of personal school property and approval of field trips to be made by the director. —Zachary R. McCarver I-24 Exchange We keep you in the know! I2 – Industrial, to C1 – Commercial. Voting in favor of the Amendment were Aldermen Bruce Drake and George Leasure. Vice Mayor Danny Rediker declared a conflict of interest, though stated he was voting in good conscience, casting a vote to approve the rezoning request. Alderman Randall Bracey was absent from the Special Called Meeting and did not vote on the rezoning. The property at 6308 Highway 41-A in Pleasant View received a 3-0 vote, approving the Amendment to rezone the property. The Board of Mayor and Alderman will hold their next regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 9. Tonya Steele June 01, 2015 I-24 Exchange Page 19 Softball continued from p. 1 organization in April. According to Allen the organization, led by volunteers, has gone above and beyond to maintain the softball field at Balthrop Park. He explained softball, unlike baseball, wasn’t self-sustaining in Pleasant View and could not afford any additional costs. “We need them and they need us,” stated parks and recreation board member Danny Rediker. Not all members of the board were in agreement the PVAA should be exempt from paying the fee. Chairman Kelly Elllis asked Allen to review his financials and to look into why there had been a decline in the softball program in recent years. She encouraged him and the organization to build the softball program up like it had been in previous years so it could be self-sustaining. “If we exempt PVAA Softball, then baseball, soccer and football, will request exemption of fees also. The decisions we make today impact the future of Pleasant View and we have to think about our growing community,” stated Ellis. Member Jesse Edmondson agreed, “We have to follow the rules in the rule book. We can’t break the rules for one and not the other.” Voting in favor of PVAA’s request were members Jim Elks and Danny Rediker. Those voting against the request were Chairman Kelly Elllis, Jesse Edmondson and Susanne Crow. Pleasant View’s Bark Park will have to submit more information to the Parks and Recreations Board before they will recommend The Mayor of Board and Alderman to consider supporting PV Athletic Association Representative Shane Allen speaks during the public forum . the park. Amanda Melton, representative looking to add the park to the community, requested the help of Parks and Recreation in establishing the park. She requested at least one acre of land to be allocated for the park. Board members argued the liability of a dog park was risky and were concerned additional expenses could be a burden on the town budget. “We need to take care of the kids first. They are the future of Pleasant View,” stateed Member Jim Elks. “Not everyone has kids. We need to be committed to the city, all residents, those with and without children,” stated member Susanna Crow. Elks stood firm on his opinion. “If there is land to be given away, it needs to be given to the kids first.” A motion was made to request additional information from Melton. All board members voted in favor of the request. Chairman Ellis will ask for more information from Melton before proposing to the Mayor and Alderman. Parks and Recreation began discussing the possibility of a five field baseball facility for Pleasant View Tuesday night. Confident, if developed, would generate enough revenue to pay for itself, they have added the project to the proposed five year plan. The board discussed ways to fund the estimated $7 million dollar project through grants, donations or borrowing the money from the city. Rediker vocalized his concerns with the project. “For the city to borrow money to fund a project like this, they have to set aside something as collateral. If they do that the residents of Pleasant View would be looking at a property tax.” “We are going to end up paying one anyway, sooner or later,” stated Edmondson. Parks and Recreation will continue working to obtain Grant Money and funding through donation arenas to facilitate projects now and in the future. Tonya Steele
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