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04-22-1947 Special Meeting ~ -.., ,~. ---.., . SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CI'lY COUNCiL HELD AT THE CITY HALL TUESDAY, April 22, 1947, 7:30 P.M. I The meeting was called to order by president R.M. Castner at 7:40, who stated.tha the purpose of the meeting was to discuss a ball field. Other Councilmen present were J.V.Brioa, A.M.Johnso~, J.F. Macdonald, and T.F.Thompson. Mayor McQuistion, City Atty T.C.Cork, Water Sutp H.M.Cole, st Supt J.B.Fullwood, City Engineer A.G.Cole, and City Clerk R.F.House were ,also present. A le tter from each of the following was read: Bowman & Brown Co, Mrs Sakolas, and Mrs Peterson. Bob Attkisson talked about the advantages of a ball field to the City, and stated that the Ball Association was planning to spend about $10,000 on blocks 5 & 6 if proper arrangements could be made with the City. Mr. Brice made a motion which was seconded by Mr. Macdonald, that the organizers of a non-profit organization be given a 20-ya ar 1e ase on bloo ks 5 & 6 of the City for purposes of a ball park and other recreational facilities as outlined; the contract to~avm up by the City Attorney. When put to a vote, the motion carrie d. After same discussion aqout qui~ing title to City-owned lots, th3 Council adjourned, to meet at the call of the pr~8i'-:,,:, t pr~~ ~.J,.A1 ~ , "