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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1966-09-13Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council September 13, 1966 CALL TO ORDER 145 The Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council was called to'order at 7:35 P.M., in the Council Chambers of Euless 'City Hall, by Mayor W. G. Fuller, with the following Councilmen present: Messrs. Frank Douglass, Bobby R. Fuller, Bill Byers and Don Warren. (Councilman Harold Samuels was not present.) Also present were City Manager Lee Cowell, City Secretary Vada Ferris and City Attorney James Cribbs. INVOCATION . The invocation was presented by Councilman B i l l Byers. VISITORS Visitors in attendance were Messrs'. David S. Jones, Andy Winters, Hugh Waite, Jack Apwisch, Warren Fuller, Kent E. Besley, Gene Schrickel, Kenneth English, Bill Ratliff, and Mrs. Betty Potthoff. APPROVAL CF MINUTES The Minmtes of the Regular Meeting of August 9, 1966, the Executive Meeting of August 9, 1966, the Regular Meeting of August 23, 1966 and the Executive Meeting of August 23,' 1966 were approved as pre- sented. PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING REQUEST JACK APWISCH, OAKCREST ESTATES ADDITION Mayor Fuller opened the Public Hearing in the re- zoning request submitted by Mr. Jack Apwisch, for re- zoning from "A" Resi- dential to "C" Commercial, one hundred, eighty (180) feet, East of Millican Drive and South of Highway 183. City Manager Cowell read the Minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission dated August 2, 1966, in which the Planning and Zon- ing Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request, with the stip8lation that a stockade fence, at least six (6) feet, be erected and maintained along the subject property and the' residences on the South. Mayor Fuller inquired if there were those present who wished to express an interest i n this zoning case. Mr. Warren Fuller stated that he had been requested by Mrs. Ernest Mi l l ican, Sr. to inform the Council that she is not op- posed to the zoning. Mr. Jack Apwisch, upon request by the Coun- cil, stated that there were no specific plans for development at this time. How- ever, he agreed to install a six (6) foot stockade fence between his property and 146 (Page Two, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) the houses on the South end properly maintain the area. After discussion, Councilman Ful &er made the motion that the Council concur with the planning and Zoning Commi.ss.i.'o.n and re- zone this property from "A" Residential'to "C" Commercial. Councilman Byers seconded the,motion. Councilman Douglass inquired if t'he Land Planner had been consulted in this Zoning Case. City Manager Cowell informed the Council that Mrs. Ferris, City Secretary, had 'talked, by telephone, with the Land Planner, Mr. Caldwell, who stated he would not recommend rezoning without a spec'ific land use. Councilman Douglass ask &d Mr. Apwisch if his plans were for commercial enterprise. Mr. Apwisch replied that he would not go to the expense of rezoning the property if his intentions were not for commercial usage. There being no further discussion, Mayor Fuller called for ithe vote, which is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byess and ,Fuller Nays: Councilman Douglass (Councilman Warren not present at the time of vote.) Mayor Fuller declared the motion failed. (City Attorney Cribbs arrived at the meeting.) eounci Iman Douglass stated ,that he voted against the rezoning because someone had opposed the rezoning (P- i'arini. -S, and Zoning Minutes) and based on the Land Planner's recommendation. Mir. Apwisch commented that lie would 1 i ke t o have a l l Council Members present in this zoning case. Councilman Byers stated that he did not doubt the integrity of the City Secretary, but desired to have Mr. Caldwell-Li com- ments in writing. It was agreed that Mr. Caldwell should be requested to submit his comments in writing, and this matter would be discussed at a later meeting. (Councilman Warren arrived at this time.) . 11. NORTHEAST CITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL APPOINTEE Councilman Douglass stated that Mr. Don Hastings had agreed to serve as a delegate to the Northeast Cities Advisory Coun- cil. However, the Northeast Cities Advisory' Council is contemplating changing t h e i r meeting time from the f i r s t Thursday to the f i r s t Tuesday of each month, which would conflict with the Euless Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting, on which Mr. Hastings serves. 1.4 (Page Three, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) Members of the Council a'greed that a con- firmation of Mr. Hastings' acceptance should be delayed until it is definitely determined that a conflict of the two organizations is non - existent. Members of the Counci 1 expressed appreciation of Mr. Hastings' efforts on the Euless Planning and Zoning 'Commission and agreed that his 'services are an asset to the Planning and Zoning Commission and do not desire to appoint him to a group that would result in his absence from the Planning and Zoning Commission. ORDINANCE N0,' 288, SETTING 1966 -67 TAX RATE City Manager Cowell presented Second Read- ing of Ordinance No. 288 setting the tax rate for 1966 -67 at 77 cents per $100.00 evaluation, with 22 cents for the General Interest and Sinking Fund for the Cityls General Obligation Bond indebtedness, and 55 cents to the Operating Fund. Councilman Fuller made the motion to ap- prove Second Reading of Ordinance No. 288, as presented. Councilman Douglass seconded the rrlotion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Fuller, Douglass, Byers and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of Ordinance No. 288 on f i I e i n Office of City Secretary.) V. COMMERCIAL PERMIT No. 41 JACK APW I.SCH City Manager ,Cowell read minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission dated September 6, 1966, Item VI, in which the Planning and Zoning Commission approved Commercial Permit No. 41 for the construc- tion of a building in the Euless Industrial area, (Lot 4, Block 3, 1008 Pamela). Mr. Jack Apwisch had requested this com- mercial permit for construction of a building similar to the one now occupied by T ri -Troni cs Laboratory. After discussion, Councilman Warren made the motion to approve Commercial Permit No. 41 as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Byers seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, Fuller and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. V. COMMERCIAL PERMIT NO. 42 JACK AIRWI SCH Mr. Apwisch informed the Council that he requests the commercial permit for the construction of a building for which he has E I• M• (Page Four, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1.966.) no specific plans at this time, to be located on Lots 7 and 8, Block 1 (1101 Pamela). City Manage: Cowell read the Planning and Zoning Commission minutes ,dated September 6, 1966, Item VI, in wh'ith• the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of Commercial Permit No. -42'. Councilman Warren made 'the motion to ap- prove Commercial Permit No. 42, as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commis- sion. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, Fuller and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Vt. COMMERCIAL PERMIT N0. 43, MOBIL .SERVICE STATION, 103 NORTH MAIN STREET City Manager Cowell read Planning and Zon- ing Minutes dated September 6, 1966, Item ,VI -I , in which the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends the approval 'of Commercial Permit No. 43. This .is for the construction of a Mobil Service Station to be located at 103 N. Main Street, on the property vacated by the First Baptist Church. City Manager .0 °,well stated that this service station, possibly, would not be built for several years; however, Mo= b i 1 0 i I Company i s desirous of obtaining a permit, in order to have the necessary utilities at the time of constructidn. Councilman Douglass inquired of the City Attorney if it is feasible to issue+a permit when it is doubtful that construction w i I I be for several years. City Attorney Cribbs stated 'that, at 'the present time, there are a few permits of that nature in existence in the City of Euless: After further discussion, Councilman Warren made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zon- ing Commission and approve Commercial Permit No. 43. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, Fuller and ' Dougl ass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declardd the motion carried. VII. MIDWAY PARK DRAINAGE CHANNEL BIDS Bids were reviewed for the Midway Park Drainage Channel construction which were opened at 2:00 P.M., August 26, 1966. After evaluation by the Park Planner, Gene Schrickel and Associates, Mr, Schrickel recommends that Shull Construction Company be awarded the contract i n the amount of $14,693.40. Councilman Byers'made the mat'ion to concur with the Park Planner's recommendation and award the contract to'Shu -11 Construc- tion Company. Councilman Douglass'seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows: 149 (Page Five, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, Fuller and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. VIII, CIVIC CENTER BEAUTIFICATION PLAN Mr. Gene Schrickel, Park Planner, reviewed plans for the Civic Center landscaping, and the Council viewed colored drawings prepared by Mr. Schrickel and Associates. -One plat depictdd the entire Civic Cen- ter site showing trees, plants, golf course, plaza area, and Mr. Schrickel mention- ed that the golf course is a possibility. Mayor Fuller commented on the mounds of dirt South of the Civic Center Buildings and stated that since dirt is needed to be removed from this area, it might be used at Midway Park, where fill dirt is needed. Members of the Council expressed concern that some plantings could be finished by the time the new buildings are opened. Mayor Fuller commented that the Council needs to be cognizant of an area for parking, at the new building, not only for the present, but for the future. Councilman Douglass inquired about the parking near the police Station. The City Manager stated that he had been working with the architects and Chief of Poliee for plans for temporary parking near the entrance of the jail, which would be for authorized vehicles only. He commented that it might be wise to consider having SRO to place hot -mix asphalt on this area, as a temporary measure. Councilman Douglass inquired if there are plans for an opening out to Huffman- in a few years. He stated that the plans for the entrances and departures from the area indicate that emergency vehicles must travel a great distance to get away from the buildings and back to the Highway. City Manager Cowell inquired of Mr. Schrickel concerning a service road near the Community Building. Mr. Schrickel stated that it would be creating a thoroughfare to put a service road in this area . City Manager Cowell expressed concern that a large affair which required catering would be very difficult to serve, with the drive as it is now. Councilman Byers stated that he is of the opinion there should be a drive nearer the Community Buklding. Councilman Warren commented that, perhaps, a gate would work in this area. Mr. Schrickel stated that, possibly, stops ,with keys similar to those used on college campuses might be the answer. After considerable discussion, Mayor Fuller stated that he would recommend that Mr. Schrickel write specifications for the trees, as soon as possible. (Page Six, Min6tes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) Councilman Byers stated that he f e I t the trees should be uniform. Mayor Fuller commented .that the landscaping of the Civic Center grounds needs to have close supervision. In answer to a question, Mr. Schrickel commented that live oaks are planned down the walk -area to Ector. After further discussion, Councilman Douglass made the .motion that Mr. Schrickel and Associates prepare specifications for the trees and ground cover for the Civic Center burk1dings. Councilman Byers seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Fuller and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried, YA MCCAFF I TY DISPOSAL PERMIT City Manager Cowell read a letter from Mr. Curtis McCaffity and another letter from Messrs. Presley and Williams. Mr. McCaffity is desirous of selling his disposal service to Messrs. Pcesley and Williams, which requires Council action -, as the City of Euless has an agreement with McCaffity Disposal Company. Mr. Presley commented that he and Mr. Williams are anxious to operate the disposal service in the City of Euless; however, they are requesting the Council's consideration for a rate increase. Mayor Fuller inquired of K/1- Presley why he wanted a rate increase. Mr. Presley stated that in order to benefit financially, a rate increase i s necessary. Mr. McCaffity stated that he had several other sources of income which had permitted him to continue his operation in the City of Euless; this operation is not a profitable one at the present rate. Mr. McCaffity stated that he has records to substantiate his statements. Fie further stated that he had operated with a rate increase in the City of Bedford for some time and that he can justify the increase request in Euless, City Attorney Cribbs read from the Euless City Charter and commented that it is not necessary to have a public hearing on a permit transfer, but it is necessary for a rate increase. Mr. McUaff i ty stated that he is desirous of this transfer being effective October 1, 1966. The City Attorney commented that this can- not be done for thirty (30) days. Mr. McCaffity stated that he ..has confi- dence in the people desiring to purchase his business and requests the City's per- mission for these men to begin their operation October 1, 1966. After considerable discussion„ Councilman Douglass made the motion that City Attorney Cribbs prepare the necessayy ordinance 151 (Page Seven, Minutes of Re_gu_l ar Meeting, .Eu less C i.ty Counc i I., September 13, 1966.) for transferring the permit agreement from McCaffity -Disposal to Messrs. Presley and Williams, dba Tarrant County Waste Disposal, Inc. Councilman Warren seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Warren, Byers and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Mr. McCaffity inquired if -Messrs. Presley and Williams can start their hauling operation October 1, 1966. Mayor Fuller stated that this is a matter to be worked out between Mr. McCaffity and the'new.owner.s. The City Attorney pointed out that it is necessary 'to publ ish this ordinance four (4) times before finalizing. X. BLUE CROSS -BLUE SHIELD GROUP INSURANCE City Manager Cowell stated that he had been notified-late this afternoon, by Mr. Duane Thompson, Blue Cross -Blue Shield representative, that he would not-make an appearance at this evening's meeting. However, he w i I I be present at the next regular meeting on September 27, 1966, at which time he is asking for a rate increase in the City's group insurance. City Manager Cowell further commented that several firms had submitted bids for the City's insurance program. Chief Susta i re, Chairman of the Insurance Committee for the City's employees, commented that Business Men's Assurance Conn pany had submitted a very attractive. proposal for group insurance, and that he has investigated the Company very thoroughly. City Attorney Cribbs expressed concern of transferring the City's -group insurance, stating that it is possible that City employees would not be covered for some illnesses or diseases which might be in existence but not evident at the time of the change in insurance -firms. Fie stated that he considers that a rider is very necessary; at least a six months waiver. After considerable discussion, Mayor Fuller stated that he recommends that the City Manager give the Gouncil prices from the other companies having bid for the City's. insurance program, and that this be further discussed at the next regular meeting. The City Manager requested that the City Attorney as$ist in this insurance project. r XI. r EAST -NEST DRAINAGE MORR I SDALE (SOUTH) -City Manager Cowell informed the Council that he had been advised by several residents "in the Morrisdale addition that they will be willing to pay for a portion of the'improvement to the drainage channel 1521 (Pape Eight, Minutes of the Regular Meeting, Euless Ci:t.y Caunci,l�p,t.ember 13, 1966.) near -their Ppmperty. He presented a l etter `from Gregory, Knowlton and Ratliff, which stated that a shal -low liner of sufficient section could be constructed for approximately $1,200.00. However, thrKs will necessitate replacing a section of san -' itary sewer pipe with cast iron to provide a wider opening at the East end - approx- imate cost $300.00. , After discussion, City- Manager Cowell 1 was instructed to determine the extent the property owners will participate in these improvements. Flu 0 BEN SIRA CONTRACT ADD -ON, ARNETT STREET SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT N0. 4 Mr. Bill Ratliff informed the Counci 1 hhat, after a discussion with the City Manager, the Engineers have determined that 6 in. A. C. water pipe, fittings and valves can be added to the Ben S i ra Contract i n the amount of $3,370.00, which w I I be for 120 feet of water pipe on Arnett Street; and that these may be paid for from the Capital Improvement Water..and Sewer Escrow Fund. Mr. Ratliff stated that the water pipes on Arnett Street'are inadequate, and the Engineers.' recommend, these improvements. After discussion, Councilman Fuller made the motion that the,,,Counc,i 1 concur with the Engi,nee„rs', rec,ommendat.ion.;and, approve the.add -on, to the.Ben Sire Contract, in the amount of „$3,3,70..00, for the. improve- ment to water and sewer lines on Arnett Street. Councilman Warren seconded the mo- tion, and the vote i s as follows: ,.. � I 4 Ayes: Copnc i 1 men Warren, Byers, F u I I e r and Douglass Nays: None s Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. <, Mr. Ratliff informed the Council that the Engineers have discussed the Capital Improvement Escrow Fund and agree that $100,000.00 should be earmarked for the out -fall sewer; therefore, their intentions are not to recommend further payments ,from the Capital Improvement Water and Sewer Escrow Fund. XIII. ESTIMATE NO, 1, SHULL CONSTRUCTION CO. WATER AND SEWER EXTENSIONS, 'TIMBERL NE ESTATES Mr. B i I I Ratliff, Consulting Engineer, stated that the Engineers recommend that the City Council approve estimate No. 1, Shull Construction Company, in the,amount of $17,343.09, subject to the City In- spector's approval and Engineer's letter of recommendation, for water and sewer ex- tensions in Timberline Estates. Councilman Douglass made the unQtion to con- cur with the Engineer's recommendation and approve Estimate No. 1, Shull Construc- tion Company, in the arpount.of ,$17,343.09. Councilman Warren seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Warren, Fuller and Byers.. Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. d� (Page Nine, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) - XIV.. TIMBERLINE ESTATES, SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 2 SHULL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT Mr. Bill Ratliff, Consulting Engineer, presented Supplemental Agreement No. 2, Shull Construction Company (Water and Sewer extensions in Timberline Estates), and stated that the Engineers recommend approval of supplemental Agreement No. 2, not to exceed $1,500-00, for equipment and opera- tor time required to excavate a temporary channel, and re- compact the excavation in order to construct the 18 in. outfall sewer line. Councilman Byers inquired who is respons- i b l e f l rain washes this sewer out. Mr, Ratliff stated that the City has a two year maintenance bond on these improvements. It was agreed that this Supplemental Agree- ment would be contingent on the signing of the escrow agreement by Mr. Winters for the improvements to the channel in Timberline Estates. Councilman Fuller made the motion to con- cur with the Engineers' recommendation and approve Supplementa-1 Agreement No. 2, as presented, contingent on the signing of the Escrow Agreement. - Councilman Byers seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Fuller, Byers, Warren and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Iffiffi RECOMMENDED AN6NDNBVT WATER AND SEWER POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Mr. Bi 11 Ratl iff informed the Council that the Engineers are recommending an amendment in-the Policies and Procedures for the Water and Sewer System, pertaining to the C i ;ty -Deve 1 oper Agreement. He read 'a letter signed by Mr, Dick'Knowlton'and after discussion, the City Attorney informed the Council that an ordinance must be passed to amend the Policies and Procedures. ! Cou.nc.i_lman Fuller made the motion that City Attorney Cribbs prepare the necessary Ordinance for amending the Policies and Procedures, as recommended by the Consulting Engineers. Councilman Byers seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Fuller, Byers„ Warren and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XVI AU -D I TQR FQR - 1,965 -66 ANNUAL AUDIT , . City Manager Cowet 1 stated that he recom- mends the Council's consideration of Arthur Young and Company to audit the City's financial records for the 1965 -66 fiscal year, which ends September 30, 1966, and 154 (Page Ten, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September '13, 1966.) and that $2,000.00 has been allocated in the proposed budget for the audit. Councilman F u l l e r made the mod iop to con- cur with the City Manager's recommendation and employ Arthur young and Company for the annual audit. Councilman Warren seconded the motion, and the vote is as fol- lows: Ayes: Councilmen'Byers, Fuller, Douglass and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XVI I . SALE CF EQUIPMENT City Manager Cowell informed the Council that there are two vehicles which, in his opinion, are of no,- value,t6 the- Ci-ty'and- are really a liability. One is a 1947 Ford acquired at the time of the purchase of the Water and'Sewer System. The other is'the old flat -bed truck which has been used by several, departments; and neither, at this time, is operable. The City Man- ager stated that he is requesting authorization to sell these pieces of equipment. Councilman Byers made the motion to concur with the City Manager's recommendation and authorize the sal6 of these two pieces of equipment. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: ` - 1 I ! ' Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Fuller, Douglass and Warren ` Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XV1II. RESOLUTION NO, 150, AUTHORIZING DISBURSEMENT OF Wall, AND SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ESCROW FUND • City Manager Cowell read Resolution No. 150 authorizing disbursement from the Water and Sewer Capital Improvement" Escrow Fund, in the amount of $835.51, payable to Gregory, Knowlton and Ratliff, for initial Capital Improvements.. After discussion, Councilman Douglass made the motion to concur with the City Manager's recommendation and approve Resolution No. 150. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as' follows': Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Fuller, Warren and Byers Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried,- XIX.� PLAT APPROVAL, REVISIONS, LOTS 16 AND 17 BLOCK 4, LOTS 17 AND 18, BLOCK 4, LOTS 25 AND 26-, BLOCK 1 TRAI LV\iOCD ADDITION City Manager Cowell read Planning and Zon- ing Minutes dated September 6, 1966, in which the Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of the revisions for Lots 16 and, 17, Block 4, Which provides 155 (Page Eleven, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) ten ft. u t i I i ty and drainage easements;. Lots 17 and 18, Block 4, providing ten ft. utility easement; Lots 25 and 26, Block 1, providing ten ft. utility and drainage easement (Trai Iwood Addition). Ayes: Counci ]men .Warren, Douglass, Fuller and Byers Nays = 'None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XX, PLAT APPROVAL, TRAILWOOD ADDITION, REVISION OF LOT SIZES " City, Manager Cowell read Planning and Zon- ing Commissi'on minutes dated September -6, 1966, in which the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends the approval of the plat presented for revision of Lots 1, 2 and 3 in Block 2 of the Trailwood Addition. Councilman Warren made the motion to con- cur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the plat as presented. Counc`ilman"Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Fuller and Douglass Nays:' None Abstained: Councilman Byers Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Councilman Byers abstained, stating he owns property affected by this plat approval.) r XX I . ORDINANCE NO. 285 LEVYING ASSESSMENT City Attorney Cribbs presented Ordinance No. 285 levying an assessment for improvements to streets in Contract No. 4. Councilman Warren made the motion to ap- prove Ordinance No. 285 as presented by the City Attorney. Councilman Byers second- ed the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, 'Fuller and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. After discussion, Councilman Douglass-made the motion to concur kith the Planning and Zoning Commiss-ion's recommendation, upon receipt -of a letter from Mr. Alton Ray and Mr. Bobby Fuller, owners of property in the Trailwood Addition Subdivision, stating that they do not object to these u t i I i - ty easements, which affect their property'. Councilman Warren seconded the motion, and the vote is as' follows; Ayes: Counci ]men .Warren, Douglass, Fuller and Byers Nays = 'None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XX, PLAT APPROVAL, TRAILWOOD ADDITION, REVISION OF LOT SIZES " City, Manager Cowell read Planning and Zon- ing Commissi'on minutes dated September -6, 1966, in which the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends the approval of the plat presented for revision of Lots 1, 2 and 3 in Block 2 of the Trailwood Addition. Councilman Warren made the motion to con- cur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the plat as presented. Counc`ilman"Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Fuller and Douglass Nays:' None Abstained: Councilman Byers Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Councilman Byers abstained, stating he owns property affected by this plat approval.) r XX I . ORDINANCE NO. 285 LEVYING ASSESSMENT City Attorney Cribbs presented Ordinance No. 285 levying an assessment for improvements to streets in Contract No. 4. Councilman Warren made the motion to ap- prove Ordinance No. 285 as presented by the City Attorney. Councilman Byers second- ed the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, 'Fuller and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. 15'6 (Page Twelve, Minutes of Regular- Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) XXII.. MR. HUGH WAITE, DEVELOPER, WESTWOO D V I LLAGE Mayor Fuller recognized Mr. Hugh Waite who stated that he is interested in the Council Is approval, of a plat for f.i.fteen..(15). lots in his subd,i.v.ision, Westwood Village., Members o f' the, Counc i 1. reviewed, the p I a t and City Manager Cowell explained that Mr. Waite has expressed desire to proceed with securing easements from property owners in this subdivision. Mayor Fuller informed Mr. Waite that he sees no reason why hi.s financial backers cannot continue with their plans for de- veloping this subdivision, and the final plat presentation for consideration at the proper time. , Members of the Counci 1 expressed a desire that Mr. Waite give consideration to re- naming Salem Drive, which is an extension of Westwood Drive, and the City Attorney advised that this must be done by Resolution. Mr. Waite stated that he. has no objection to re- naming this portion of the street. I I . . t . It was pointed out that the prelimi'nary plat for this subdivision has been approved and that an excerpt from the minutes on final plat,approvai w i l l be adequate for Mr. Waite's financial backers.. XXI11. GREENHILLS PROPERTY,OWNERS CORRESPONDENCE Mayor Fuller requested the City Manager to read a letter from the Greenhills property Owners concerning the'drainage problems in this subdivision, (Discussed in previous meetings) City Manager'Cowell read the letter which states that the property owners cannot accept the City's proposal for improvements for this problem, (City's proposal presented, several weeks ago by Engineers., Mayor, City Manager and City Attorney.) After discussion, it was agreed that City Manager Cowell should answer the letter and tell the property Owners the City's intent for these improvements. rYA MORRISDALE ESTATES DRAINAGE EASEMENT Mr, Bi 11 Ratliff informed the Council that he had appeared before the Hurst City Council this evening, requesting their con- sideration in securing an easement from IVI- Rickel, a property owner adjacent to the Morrisdale Subdivision. He- stated that the Council advised that the City of Hurst would make efforts to secure the necessary easement and would-work with Euless in this endeavor. I15 1 (Page Thirteen, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 13, 1966.) XXV. UNAUTHORIZED TIE -ON TO CITY FACILITIES MR, DON WOOLDRIDGE City Manager Cowell informed the Council that Mr. Don Wooldridge has tied on to the City sewer line (Industrial area), with- out the City's being aware of this procedure, and that efforts are being made to secure money for this project. Members of the Council agreed that the City should make every effort to secure the money rightfully owed to the City, for the tying on to these utilities. Mr. B i I I Rat] iff stated that Mr. Whiteley, an attorney for Mr, Wooldridge, practically admits bad faith in this matter, and Mr. Ratliff stateld that he feels that the City is justified in their attempts to obtain money rightfully belonging to the City. 1 t was agreed that Friday, September 10, 1966 is the date for dispensing with utility services to Mr. Wooldridge's property, if the City has not collected its money by that time, and City Attorney Cribbs should proceed with efforts to collect this money. XXV 1 . RESOLUTION NO. 151, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE, RE- ZONING REQUEST - J. 0. JOHNSON City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Reso- lution No. 151, setting October 11, 1966, as the date for public hearing on the J . 0. Johnson re-zoning request, re- zoning from "A" Residential to "C" ccmTerci al a portion of a tract of land out of the S. Hutt Survey A -705, Euless. Councilman Warren made the motion to ap- prove Resolution No. 151 as peesented. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Douglass, Fuller and Byers Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. 0891 xmz, o1 LTA 1aaU XXV11. The meeting adjourned at 10;50 P.M. APPROVED: ATTEST ---- Ga­v �L_ZK, Mayor City Secretary i5s