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The Magee Board of Alderman met Tuesday, February 21, 2023 for their regular scheduled meeting.
Alderman Matthew Hickman Ward 2 and Alderman Patrick Brown Ward 4 were not present for the meeting.
The large purchase of the evening came from within theMagee Fire Department. Board members Lane Steele, Mark Grubbs and Sue Honea approved purchasing a washer and dryer for the turnout equipment at the fire station. The total cost is $22,347.00. Michael Allan sought a grant which was approved for $20,000. The grant will applied toward the purchase of the equipment leaving the city with a balance due of $2,347.00.
Park Director Jimmy Zila advised the board screens are being purchased for the fence at the tennis courts at a cost of $4,700.00. Prices are being obtained for sinks at the tennis courts. (At this time, there are no sinks at City Park) The sinks have to be ADA compliant, and he is presently seeking plumbers to meet these specks. The board will vote on a policy next meeting concerning rental agreement for tournament teams and prices. City league baseball and softball numbers are down from previous years. A total of 41 teams have been composed. There will be 4 teams in each age division with the exception of the 5 and 6 year old boys and girls having 6 teams. Coaches are still a need in the 9 and 10 year old boys and girls divisions. Sponsors are needed. Anyone that would like to sponsor a team, please contact City Hall.
Damage to a support beam in the Library will require a commercial contractor and bidding process. The board will approve an advertisement publication as soon as it is developed.
Jet A fuel would be available hopefully next week. 2 relays had to be replaced and are scheduled to arrive next week.
According to Police Chief Shane Little, several threat issues over the past couple of weeks at Magee High School have been addressed. Suspects were found and appropriate action was taken.
A discussion was held concerning issues at a dwelling located on 2nd Ave. Zoning Director Penny Aguirre advised the homeowners have been notified and some improvements have been made. Verification that no business is being conducted was verified.
The meeting entered executive session to discuss legal issues.
A video of the meeting is attached for viewing.
 
