City Council Executive Session
May 17, 2004
The Mt. Vernon City Council held an Executive Session on Monday, May 17, 2004, at 8:00 p.m.. The purpose of this meeting was regarding Personnel and Real Estate.
In attendance were: Council Member Ricky D. Heck, Council Member John Howard, Council Member David E. Keen, Council Member Mike Walker and Mayor Milton R. Sees. Also present were: City Manager Roy L. Payne, City Clerk Jackie Sharp and City Attorney David R. Leggans.
City Manager Roy L. Payne reported on the status of the union negotiations. Mr. Payne stated that the insurance and raises are the hot subjects in the negotiations. Most of the unions have asked for mediators. The City is looking for mediation by the end of June. The possibility of strikes was discussed.
Discussion was held regarding property at 42nd Street and Veterans Memorial Drive. Right of Way was discussed and the possible costs of the Right-of-Way needed. Appraisals of the properties were discussed and access issues of some of the properties.
Council went back into Regular Session at 9:00 p.m.