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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1965-03-09�7 Regular Meeting „i of the Euless City Council March 9, 1965 CALL TO ORDER Mayor W. G. Fuller called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to order at 8:00 P. M. with the following councilmen present: Messrs. B i I I Byers, B i I I y Owens, Frank Douglass and Bobby Fuller. (Councilman Warren arrived at 8:35 P. M.) Also present were City Manager Lee Cowell, City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. INVOCATION Reverend Wayne La Cava, pastor of North Euless Baptist Chapel, presented the invocation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the Called Council Meet- ing, February 22, 1965, and the Regular Council Meeting, February 23, 1965, were approved as written. VISITORS Visitors in attendance were: Shirley Peden, Vicki Garrett, Mrs. J. E. Peden, Mrs. E, K. Mahan, Mrs, Emily Crow, Wanda Crow, Mrs. J. R. Roberts, Betty Potthoff, Messrs. C. L. Walton, J. R, Roberts, L. H. Crow, Edward A. Smith, V, J. Shearon, W. J. "Doc" Hyde, Carl H u i l t e r , G. L . Anders, R. E. Roberts, B i l l Martin, Charles Baldwin, B. C. Summers, Wyatt Bradberry, Jr., Travis D. Crawford, Jerry Mahan, G, B. Campbell Floyd Taylor, James Taylor, D. P. Polk, Vernie R. Henderson, G. A. Gloves, H. D. Morgan, Wayne LaCava, H. C. Sheffield, Kent E. Besley, B i l l Ratliff, Tam J, Hooper, Gene Schrickel, G. L. Englehardt, Mr. and Mrs. Isam Munir. 1. WILSHIRE VILLAGE DRAINAGE M r . B i l l Ratliff informed the council that he had investigated the drainage problem i n Wilshire Village as request- ed by the council on February 23, 1965; 'and that the cost to correct this problem would be approximately $4,600.00. After discussion, City Manager Cowell was instructed to contact the developer, Mr. Herman Smith, concerning this matter. MR. AND MRS. (SAM MUNIR: RESIDENTS CF MORRISDALE A D D I T 10 N Mr. Munir was recognized by Mayor Fuller and he informed the council that when the street near his house (in Morris- ,_ dale) was cut through, their home was sixteen (16) feet above the street level. He stated that much soil is dropping from their property and that they have planted considerable vegetation in order to correct this washing of the yard, but to no avail. Mr. Munir stated that Mr. Huffhines, the developer, informed him that the City had authorized the cutting of this street. However, he stated that Mr. Huffhines has attempted to help, in some 230 (Page Two - Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) ways, to keep the yard from washing so badly. Huffhines admitted that he had made a mistake, s i b i l i ty of the City. After discussion, City to contact Mr. Huffhines and work with Mr. and correct this matter. Mr. Cowell was requested the next regular meeting, March 23, 1965. Mrs. Munir stated that Mr. but insists it is the respon- Manager Cowell was instructed Mrs. Munir in order to help to report to the council at ORDINANCE NO. 240: GARBAGE DISPOSAL FRANCHISE, MR, CURTIS McCAFF 1 TY City Manager Cowell presented the Sec- ond Reading of Ordinance No. 240, which grants Curtis McCaffity permission and a u t h o r i t y t o purchase t h e garbage disposal f r a n c h i s e fri= W i l l Jones. Councilman Fuller made the motion to approve Ordinance No. 240. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Fuller, Byers and Owens. Abstained: Councilman Douglass, Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried and the Ordinance in effect. (Copy of Ordinance on fi I e in Office of City Secretary.) IV. ORDI NANCE NO. 243: REZBNI NG PROPERTY ON NORTH MAIN STREET (MR. WARREN FULLER) City Manager Cowell presented the Second Reading of Ordinance No. 243, rezoning property on North Main Street belong- ing to Mr. Warren Fuller, from 1°B" Local Business to "C" Commercial, Council- man Byers made the motion that the Second Reading of Ordinance 243 be approved Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the motion is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Fuller and Douglass Abstained: Councilman Owens, Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried and Ordinance No. 243 approved on Second Reading. (Copy of Ordinance No. 243 on file in Office of City Secre- ta ry. ) V. ORDINANCE NO. 244: REZONING PROPERTY ON NORTH MAIN STREET (MR, J. R. DUCKETT) City Manager Cowell 1 presented the Second Reading of Ordinance No. 244, rezoning from "B" Local Business to "C" Commercial, property on North Main Street belonging to Mr. J. R. Duckett. Councilman Fuller made the motion that Ordinance No. 244 be approved on Second Reading. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Fuller and Douglass. Noes: Counci Iman Owens. Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried and Ordinance No. 244 be approved on J X31 (Page Three - Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) Second Reading, (Copy o f Ordinance No. 244 on f i l e in Office of City Secre- tary.) Vl. AMEND RESOLUTION: CHANGE IN ELECTION OFFICIAL City Manager Cowell informed the council that Mr. Luther Anders has expressed regrets that he must withdraw as election judge and that Mrs. Reba Cromer has agreed to serve as election judge in the April 6th city election. Councilman Owens made the motion that the election resolution be amended and Mrs, Reba Cromer be approved as election judge. Councilman Byers seconded the motion which carried unanimously. VII. INTRODUCTION CF COUNCIL C*DIDATES Mayor Fuller announced that some of the council candidates were present and introduced Mr. Edward Smith, Mr. B i I I Martin and Mr, B i I I Byers. It was announced that Mr. Samuels was unable to attend because of a previous engagement and Mr. B i I I Wright had not remained for the council meeting. (Councilman Warren arrived at this time.) VI 11. MIDWAY PARK PLANS: MR. GENE SCHRICKEL: Mr. Gene Schrickel presented sketches of plans for Midway Park which w i I I permit a reasonably full -scale recreation program at Midway Park this summer, Mr. Schrickel stated that based on the recommendations of the Recreation Committee and City Manager Cowell, he had determined that approximately $53,000.00 w i l l provide the emergency needs for the summer recreation program. He stated that the emergency needs at Midway Park are: One l i t t l e league baseball f i e l d One l i t t l e league softball- combination f i e l d bouble Tennis Court Minor repair to two existing baseball fields and, that a portion of the $53,000.00 would be used for lighting (poles and lights) at the present Bell High School regulation baseball field. Mr, Schrickel briefed the council on some of the improvements to Midway Park - picnic tables, trash cans, in the picnic area, overall lighting of the park, grading and gravel of streets and parking areas, removal of dead trees, clearing of brush, and growth, irriga - tion systems, bridge improvements, repair to existing restrooms. Mr. Schric- kel stated that bids on some materials for Midway Park would be opened at the City Hall on March 19th. In answer to a question by the Mayor, Mr. Schrickel informed the council that he had not been directly advised con- cerning the area of ground the skating rink is now situated on, therefore, he had not made plans for this section. However, Mr. Schrickel stated that a skating rink is not conducive to a family -type park. He said that skating is healthful 'and recreational but does not, in his opinion, belong in a park such as Midway Park. 232 (Page Four - Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) PETITION - SKATING RINK Mrs. E. K. Mahan was recognized by Mayor Fuller. Mrs. Mahan presented a petition to the council, stating the petition contained 537 names; these names represent persons who desire to have the skating rink remain in Midway Park. Mayor Fuller received the pet- ition on behalf of the council and informed the citizens present in connect- ion with this matter that the City has not made plans concerning the skating rink. Mr. Herschel Morgan stated that the skat.ing rink was placed in its present location in order not to have it near homes because of the noise from the rink. Mr. Crow, owner and manager of the rink, stated that he was desir- ous of keeping the skating rink in its present location for several reasons - a portion of his income was derived from the skating rink - he had an invest- ment there - and the fact that many people wanted the rink to remain. Mr. Crow stated that he had plans for remodeling the skating rink, but financial conditions would not permit this at this time. Reverend Engelhardt, pastor of the Euless Presbyterian Church, commented that he considered there was another side to be heard in this matter.- that he had heard comments from citizens concerning the manner of the operation of the skating .rink. Councilman Owens commented that, if $100,000.00 is to be spent on Midway Park, he would definitely not be in favor of the skating rink remaining in its present location, although he was not opposed to skating. Councilman Douglass questioned the valid- ity of private concerns on public property.. - Reverend Wayne LaCava stated that he would like to express his personal opinion in this matter; that he enjoyed skating, considered it healthy and recreational enjoyment and certainly, had nothing against the management of the rink; however, he considered it was an unhealthy enviconment. He stated that he thought a nice skating rink, in another location, would be an asset to the City of Euless. Mr. LaCava stated that he felt the use of the park would be hampered if the skating rink is allowed to remain in its present location. M r. R. E. washateria in the shopping center near the skating exists concerning the restrooms at the washateria. objected to the children who patronize the skating however, problems had arisen concerning the use of been forced to lock the doors of the restrooms and Roberts, who operates the rink, stated that a problem He stated that he had not rink using the restrooms; the restrooms and he had prohibit their use. Mayor Fuller inquired of Mr. Crow if there were restrooms at the skating rink. Mr. Crow answered negatively. Mr. Crow stated that he had cooperated with the police in attempting to operate the skating rink without any trouble and that conditions at the skating rink were more favorable now than previously when the rink was not in the City of Euless. Mayor F u l l e r i n q u i r e d o f M r . Crow con- cerning insurance. M r . Crow stated he had no l i a b i l i t y insurance, but had about $3,000.00 on the building. e (Page Five - Minutes of Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) Mayor Fuller informed Mr. Crow and the citizens present that all information concerning the skating rink would be taken in to consideration. After further discussion w i t h M r . Schri- ckel concerning the emergency improvements at Midway Park and l i g h t i n g at Bell High School, Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve the emerg- ency park expenditures as presented by Mr. Schrickel. Councilman Owens seconded the motion which carried unanimously. City Manager Cowell was in= structed to work with Mr. Schrickel concerning these plans, IX. CORRECTIONS TO 1964 TAX ROLL City Manager Cowell informed the council that Tax Assessor - Collector Smith had advised the city offices that several additions and deletions to the tax roll were necessary in order to bring the tax roll up to date. City Manager Cowell presented data from the tax office with detailed explanation of the corrections. After discussion, Councilman Fuller made the motion that the corrections to the tax roll be approved as recommended. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion which car- ried unanimously. (Corrections made a part of the official minutes in the Office of City Secretary.) X. CONSIDER OPTIONS ON HOUSES AND LOTS I N SHEPPARD ADDITION (C IV I C CENTER S ITO City Manager Cowell briefed the council concerning the options on six lots and five houses in the Sheppard Addition= the options due to expire tomorrow, March 10th. Mr. Cowell explained that the total purchase price of the houses and lots is approximately $56,000.00 and arrangements have been made to secure time warrants in order to purchase these properties. Mayor Fuller informed the council that his recommendation is that the City issue the time warrants and purchase these properties in order to complete the proposed Civic Center Site. Councilman Owens stated that he consider= ed $56,000.00 for approximately on acre much too drastic. The Mayor requested a motion concerning the properties. There being no motion forthcoming, Councilman Owens suggest- ed that the Mayor take up the next item of business on the agenda. XI. SPEED ZONE ORDINANCE NO. 245 City Manager Cowel 1 informed the council that the Texas Highway Department had submitted an ordinance regulating the speed on Highway 183 in the City of Euless. Members of the council studied the charts submitted with ordinance and Councilman Owens made the motion that the rule be suspended whereby an Ordinance must be read at two separate meet- ings and recommended the ordinance be passed as an emergency measure. Coun- cilman Byers seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Mayor Fuller 234 (Page Six - Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) declared the Ordinance passed as an emergency ordinance and in fu I I effect. (Copy of Ordinance No. 245 on fi le in Office of City Secretary.) XI I, TEXAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE REGION 8 MEETING City Manager Cowell advised the council t h a t the Texas M u n i c i p a l League Region 8 meeting w i l l be held in Hurst, Thursday night, March Ilth, at 7:00 P, M. Mr. Cowell stated that he and Mayor Fuller planned to attend the meeting. XIII. LEASE: INCINERATOR AT MIDWAY PARK Councilman Owens made the motion that the City of Euless enter into a (incinerator) lease agreement with the Village Food Store in Midway Park, and that details pertaining to the lease and specifications be negotiated by Mayor Fuller, Mayor Protein Bobby Fuller, City Manager Cowell, City Attorney Cribbs and City Engineer Ratliff, and that the lease stipulate the City may use the incinerator for burning trash from the park. Councilman Byers second- ed the motion which carried unanimously. GWf BOND EXPENDITURE City Manager Cowell presented a statement from the engineers for streets and drainage job no. 6402 in the amount of $I ,535.50. Councilman Owens made the motion that the statement be approved as presented and proper payment executed. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion which carried unanimously. XV. JAYCEES CARNIVAL: MIDWAY PARK City Manager Cowell informed the council that the Jaycees have requested use of Midway Park for a carnival to be held in June. Mr. Cowell stated that, after seeing the plans as submitted by Mr. Schrickel, he was convinced that there was not an area large enough for a carnival in Midway Park. The Council agreed Mr. Cowell should no- tify the Jaycees of the discussion at the council meeting and work with the Jaycees in any way possible. XVI. RETIREMENT PROGRAM FCR CITY EMPLOYEES City Manager Cowell- stated that due to the late hour, he would not discuss this item at this time. XVI I. CODIFICATION CF ORDINANCES City Manager Cowell informed the council that, at this time, information concerning fees for codification of ordinances, 235) (Page Seven - Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) had not been obtained and therefore,& would have to discuss this item at a later date. XVI 1 I. VACCINATION PROGRAM City Manager Cowell informed the council that Dr. Thomes had expressed a desire to hold an animal vaccination clinic on his property on North Main and sell City dog license tags at the same time. After discussion, the council agreed that the vaccination should be held at fire station no. one as the other vaccination programs have been held in this location in past years. XIX. GENERAL DISCUSSION Councilman Douglass inquired about the status of Pipeline Road. He was advised that the re-- scheduling of Pipeline Road does not mean that Pipeline Road wi I I not be improved and widened i n the future, however, it will not be done in the next phase of the bond program. The Pipeline Road alternate is definitely a dead issue as far as the council is concerned. City Attorney Cribbs inquired as to the council's instructions concerning the skating rink. It was agreed that Mr. Cribbs should proceed with legal details concerning the skating rink... re: lease. AR I(lI IRNMFNT Mr. Bill Summers, a visitor to the meet- ing, stated that he had observed that some of the streets i n Oakwood Terrace addition had been repaired while others, seemingly i n worse need of repair had not been bothered. City Engineer Ratliff explained that the streets had been repaired in order to save them, and others i n very bad condition, must have much more done to them. He further commented that plans are made to begin work on Broadway and Vine Streets, however, the ground has been too damp for the equipment to move into the area. Mr. Summers thanked the council for this explanation. Councilman Douglass inquired about the status of Pipeline Road. He was advised that the re-- scheduling of Pipeline Road does not mean that Pipeline Road wi I I not be improved and widened i n the future, however, it will not be done in the next phase of the bond program. The Pipeline Road alternate is definitely a dead issue as far as the council is concerned. City Attorney Cribbs inquired as to the council's instructions concerning the skating rink. It was agreed that Mr. Cribbs should proceed with legal details concerning the skating rink... re: lease. AR I(lI IRNMFNT Councilman Douglass inquired as to the employment of the fiscal agents. He was advised they were employed by the council about two years ago. Mr. Byers stated that he would like to know Mr. Estes status as fiscal agent since he recommended him as fiscal agent for his integrity, not for the firm for which he was employed. City Manager Cowell stated that Mr. Estes was no longer employed by the firm, Eppler, Guerin and Turner, one of the City's fiscal agents; however, Mr. Estes was s t i I I paid a commission by Eppler Guerin and Turner, on the agree- ment between the City and Eppler, Guerin and Turner. It was pointed out that Mr. Keller is no longer with the First of Texas Corporation, however, Mr. Keller still represents the First of Texas in his work for the City. City Manager Cowell informed the council that some consideration shoud be given to agents for revenue bonds in case the City has a need for these services in the near future. Councilman Douglass inquired about the status of Pipeline Road. He was advised that the re-- scheduling of Pipeline Road does not mean that Pipeline Road wi I I not be improved and widened i n the future, however, it will not be done in the next phase of the bond program. The Pipeline Road alternate is definitely a dead issue as far as the council is concerned. City Attorney Cribbs inquired as to the council's instructions concerning the skating rink. It was agreed that Mr. Cribbs should proceed with legal details concerning the skating rink... re: lease. AR I(lI IRNMFNT 236 (Page Eight- Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 1965) ATTEST• /sl Vada Ferris City Secretary The meeting adjourned at 11:05 P.M. APPROVED: ell, s W. G. Fu ler Mayor