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NT:  Witt-McMahan 
 
b) Ordinance No. 1126 – Second Reading/To amend the Athens Municipal Code Title 1, 
Chapter 1, Section 102 Council Order of Business Agenda Item Seven (7) From “Request 
of Citizens” to “Citizens Comments” At Regularly City Council Meetings. 
 
Mayor Sherlin asked for a motion. Council Member Curtis moved, Vice Mayor Eaton seconded, 
that Ordinance 1126 as stated be approved.  Mayor Sherlin opened for public hearing 
comments. There was an unknown citizen who spoke up and agreed from the audience. Roll 
call: 
 
AYES:  Curtis, Pelley, Eaton, Sherlin. 
NAYS:  None 
ABSENT:  Witt-McMahan 
 
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OLD BUSINESS 
 
Motion Regarding Purchasing of Patricia Parker Property next to Athens Regional Park 
 
Vice Mayor  Eaton made a motion  to approve the Ma yor, City Manager, City Attorney  to 
negotiate from the lowest appraisal to the highest appraisal with the Estate. Council Member 
Curtis seconded the motion.  Mayor Sherlin opened for discussion. Council Member Pelley  
spoke in regards that it would be wise to delay until it’s been determined who owns the property. 
Vice Mayor Eaton  said he would like the City Attorney to address the issue. Attorney Chris 
Caldwell took to the podium. He explained the dispute and process of the will and how the will 
has been placed with the clerk of Master , Chancery Court in McMinn County.  Attorney Chris 
Caldwell informed the audience and Council there is no hurry and all heirs of Mrs. Parker have 
been notified. This will have been going on for over two years.  
Roll Call: 
 
AYES:  Curtis, Pelley, Eaton, Sherlin. 
NAYS:  None 
ABSENT:  Witt-McMahan 
 
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NEW BUSINESS 
 
Approve Budget Amendment #1 for the City of Athens 
 
Mayor Sherlin asked for a motion. Council Member Curtis moved, Vice Mayor Eaton seconded 
to approve the Budget Amendment. There was no discussion. 
Roll call: 
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