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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967-07-25,57 Regular Meeting -- of the Euless City Council July 25, 1967 CALL TO ORDER Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Councilman Bobby R. Fuller. V ISITORS Visitors i n attendance were Mesdms, Betty Potthoff and Martha Hand; Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Gerald, Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Baldwin; Messrs. David C. Moak, B. J. Reaves, C. W. Young, C. J. Howard, Jr., George Eberhart, Kenneth E. English, Rodney A. Waschka, Walter Elliott, Jr., Joe' Bailey, Robert Lunsford and Yale Lary. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting dated July 11, 1967, were approved as written. OVER - SIZING CF WATER AND SEWER LINES, SHADY BROOK ADDITION City Manager Griggs briefed the Council on the over - sizing of water and sewer lines of the' Shady Brook Addition, in the City of Bedford. Mr. Griggs commented that he does not recommend reimbursement on the water line extension because the lines were needed to supply the sub- division; however, he recommends a reimbursement for the over - sizing of sewer lines -- a difference between an eight (8) inch and a twelve (12) inch line, in the amount of $1,578.50. Members of the Council had been furnished a copy of a *letter dated July 1, 1967, signed by Mr. Everett L. Bauer; President of D. B, R, Inc., which states that the $1,578.50 reimbursement w i I I be acceptable and appreciated by his firm. Mayor William G. Fuller called the Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council' to order at 8:05 P.M., in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall, with the following Councilmen present: Council- men Bobby R. Fuller, Frank Douglass, Harold Samuels and Don R. Warren. (Absent: Councilman B i l l Byers, on vacation.) (Councilman Warren arrived later in the meeting.) Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. INVOCATION The Invocation was given by Councilman Bobby R. Fuller. V ISITORS Visitors i n attendance were Mesdms, Betty Potthoff and Martha Hand; Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Gerald, Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Baldwin; Messrs. David C. Moak, B. J. Reaves, C. W. Young, C. J. Howard, Jr., George Eberhart, Kenneth E. English, Rodney A. Waschka, Walter Elliott, Jr., Joe' Bailey, Robert Lunsford and Yale Lary. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting dated July 11, 1967, were approved as written. OVER - SIZING CF WATER AND SEWER LINES, SHADY BROOK ADDITION City Manager Griggs briefed the Council on the over - sizing of water and sewer lines of the' Shady Brook Addition, in the City of Bedford. Mr. Griggs commented that he does not recommend reimbursement on the water line extension because the lines were needed to supply the sub- division; however, he recommends a reimbursement for the over - sizing of sewer lines -- a difference between an eight (8) inch and a twelve (12) inch line, in the amount of $1,578.50. Members of the Council had been furnished a copy of a *letter dated July 1, 1967, signed by Mr. Everett L. Bauer; President of D. B, R, Inc., which states that the $1,578.50 reimbursement w i I I be acceptable and appreciated by his firm. • (Page Two, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 25, 1967) Councilman Samuels made the motion to concur with the City Manager's recommendation and authorize the reimbursement, in the amount of $1,578.50, for over - sizing of the sewer lines in the Shady Brook Addition. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as f o I lows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Fuller and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared 'the motion carried. FINAL PLAT APPROVAL -ROYAL OAKS ESTATES Mayor Fuller recognized Mr. B. J. Reaves, Developer, and Mr. David Moak, Surveyor. Mr. Reaves requests f i n a l p l a t approval for Royal Oaks Estates, consisting of thirty (30) acres located West of North Main Street and approximately twenty -one hundred (2100) feet North of Harwood Road. City Manager Griggs informed tfie Council that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the final ,plat, subject to stipulations indicated in the Consulting Engineer's letter dated July 17, 1967. Mr. Griggs commented that recommendations listed in the Engineer's letter have been met, with the following exceptions; 1. The proposed 'future burb lines on Ash Lane indicate a 30 foot street. Vt wil -1 recommend a 40 foot section in this area; however, the subject addition proposes to dedicate an average of 10 feet, and therefore, we feel the additional widening could be acquired on the North side of Ash Lane. 3. As mentioned in our letter of May 15, 1967, previous City Policy would require that the Developer place in escrow $2.75 per foot f o r a l l frontage on North Main Street and on Ash Lane since these plans indicate that he does not plan to construct this curb and gutter and connecting pavement at this time. 4. The sewer line layout sheet indicates an easement across Lots 10, 11, Block 1 of Oakland Estates. To our knowledge this ease- ment does not exist and should be furnished to the City by the Developer. W would recommend that the City lend a l l assistance necessary in the obtaining of this easement.' The City Manager stated that his recommendations are -as follows: Developer dedicate additional ten-(10) feet on Ash Lane. 2. Developer should'install curb and gutter on Ash and Main and connect to existing asphalt roadway. 159 (Page Three, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 25, 1967) 3. Developer should secure easement between Lots 10 and 11 in Oakland Estates. Members of the Council studied the Final Plat, and Mr. Reaves stated that on'the Preliminary Plat, he had dedicated a ten (10) foot Easement on Ash Lane and, is of the opinion he should not be required to give an additional ten (10) feet, commenting that this will necessitate re- platting the lots and re- staking. It was pointed out that, perhaps, the additional ten (10) foot Easement should be obtained from property owners on the North side of Ash Lane. The City Attorney commented that this would probably be very difficult, as it would require, possibly, the moving of fences and destroying a portion of the yards in the area. Considerable discussion followed with the final result being that the Developer, Mr. B. J. Reaves, agreed to the following: 1. Secure an easement for locating sewer line on the West property l i n e of Lot 10, Block 1, Oakland Estates. 2. Install curb and gutter on Ash Lane and North Main and connect to existing asphalt roadway -- curb to be ten (10) feet off property l i n e on Ash Lane. i� ! 3. Dedicate additional five (5) feet on Ash Lane (approximately sixteen (16) feet on one end and fourteen (14) feet on opposite end, ), Mr. Elliott stated that the easement necessary for the sanitary sewer can, possibly, be secured from one property Owner and that he is reasonably certain there w i l l be no problem in obtaining t h i s easement. Mr. Reaves stated that there needs to be some type of temporary pavement on Ash Lane -- that he i s aware the City does not have funds for improving this street at the present time. Mr. David Moak stated that the sepia of the plat would be revised to include the additional five (5) foot dedication on Ash Lane. Councilman Samuels made the motion to approve the Final Plat of Royal Oaks Estates, subject to this revision. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: 160 (Page Four. Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 2S' 196 7) Ayes: Councilman Douglass, Fuller and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. PLAT REVISION, MIDWAY PARK N0. 3 City Manager Griggs informed the Council that Mayflower Investment Corporation requests a plat revision, in order to increase lot sizes to accommodate larger houses. Fie stated that this request is made in order to comply with F. H. A. requirements. City Manager Griggs referred to a letter from the Consulting Engineers, dated July 7, 1967, in which the engineers commented on the revision, and Subfii tted several recommendations. Mr. Bob Lunsford, representing Mayflower Investment Company, stated that he and his engineers have consulted with Knowlton - Ratliff- English and have revised their construction plans, in order to comply with recommendations in the Engineers' letter of July 7th. Mr. Kenneth English referred to a letter dated July 24, 1967, signed by Mr. Bill Ratliff, in which Knowlton-Ratliff- English recommend approval of the revised construction plans and strongly recommend the over -sized water 1 ine. Mr. Lunsford stated that he concurs with the engineers' recommendation, which includes the over -sized water line in this area. It was pointed out that the City will bear the expense for the over - sizing of the water line. Councilman Douglass made the motion to concur with the Engineers' recommendation and approve the revision for Midway Park Addition No. 3.' Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen' Douglass, Fuller and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of Engineers' l e t t e r s on f i l e in Office of the City Secretary.) 161 Page Five, Reqular Meetina of the Euless Citv Council. Jul (Councilman Warren arrived at 8:55 P.M.) IV. LONE STAR GAS REQUEST FCR RATE ADJUSTMENT PROPOSED ORDINANCE AND LETTER OF REQUEST Mr. C. W. Young, District Manager of Lone Star Gag` Company, and Mr. C. J. Howard, Local Representative, were welcomed to the meeting by Mayor Fuller. Mr. Howard explained that done Star Gas Company is desirous of a rate adjustment, which in effect would reduce the present 1000 cubic feet to 800 cubic feet, resulting in an increase of twenty -seven (27) cents per month to the average customer, for a total of $3.24 annually., Mayor Fuller thanked Mr. Howard and Mr. Young for their - presentation and advised that' in order to comply with the Euless City Charter, it is necessary to hold a Public Hearing, to consider a rate increase. Mr. Howard expressed appreciation for the f Council's consideration of their proposal. i RESOLUTION NO. 185 City. Attorney James C r i bbs presented Resolution No. 185, declaring a Public Hearing to be held on August 22, 1967 to consider a rate increase propose -d by Lone Star Gas Company. Councilman Fuller made the motion to approve Resolution No. 185, as presented, Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Fuller, Douglass, Samuels and Warren Nays -: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. 162 (Page Six, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 25, 1967) V. SAFEWAY STORES STCRM SEWER DRAIN City Manager Griggs reviewed a letter dated July 18, 1967, from Knowlton -Rat] iff- English, in which the engineers recommend the City's acceptance of the low bid submitted by Ben Sira and Company, in the amount of $15,835.00. 1 t was pointed out that the or ginal estimate for this storm drainage.was $20,630.00, plus an estimated $2,063.00 engineering cost, for a total project cost of. $22,693,00. The City's, cost for participation in this storm drain is $2,364.00. A break -down of the cost to both Safeway Stores, Inc. and the City of Euless is as follows: Safeway - Construction Cost Engineering Cost City - Construction Cost Engineering Cost Total Construction Cost Engineering Cost i/ $ 2,149.Oo 215.00 $15,835 .00 1,538.00 TOTAL $17,418.00 City Manager Griggs informed the Council that an easement necessary for the construction of the storm drain has not Ii t been provided at this time; however prior to the Council meeting, Mr. Ratliff advised that he had consulted with the property owner, Mr. Hayman, who agreed to furnish the necessary easement. Mr. Griggs further commented that the bid of $15,835.00 is acceptable to Safeway Stores, Inc., and the City has received a check in the amount of $15,054.00 from Safeway Stores, Inc., for their portion of the construction and engineering fee for the storm sewer. Councilman Warren made the motion to concur with the Engineer's recommendation and approve the low bid for the Safeway Store storm drain submitted by Ben Sira and Company, in the amount of $15,835.00, subject to the securing of the necessary easement. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Douglass, Fuller and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of Engineers' letter and Bid Tabulation on file in Office of the City Secretary, as an official Council Exhibit.) (Pape Seven, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 25, 1967) VI. PROPOSED AMENDMENT, ELECTRICAL ORDINANCE I City Manager Griggs briefed the Council on. the proposed amendment to the- Electrical Ordinance, stating that this amendment. i s proposed by the Council of Governments and w i I I provide a cooperative agreement with area cities which w i I I permit electricians to work in, the cities, if properly licensed in their own City. r Mayor Fuller commented favorably, and the City Manager further commented that the local Electrical Board recommends this ordinance, and he concurs with their, recommendation. Councilman Fuller made the motion to concur with the City Manager's recommendation and approve, First Reading of this ordinance. Councilman Warren seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglas's, Fuller, Samuels and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Second Reading of Ordinance on August 8, 1967.) VII. RESOLUTION 'NO. 186 -, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE - ZONING CASE NO. 159 REZONING REQUEST CF SABRE REALTY City Secretary Vada Ferris pcesented Resolution No. 186, setting the date of August 8, 1967, for the Public Hearing to consider the rezoning of a 38..626 acre tract out of the H. Hust Survey, Abstract 65.7 and th.e H. McCoy Survey, Abstract 1073 from "A" Residential to "A -3" Multiple Family Dwelling, as requested by Sabre Realty. Councilman Samuels made the motion to approve Resolution No. 186 as presented. Councilman Douglass seconded the mot•ion,; and the vote, i s .as fo.l• lows: . Ayes: Councilmen Samuels, Douglass, Warren and F u l l e r Nays: None.. Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of Resolution No. 186 on file in- Office of the City, Secretary.) 164. (Page Eight, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 25. 1967) • V I I1. RESOLUTION NO. 187 - SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE - ZONING CASE NO. 160 - REZONING REQUEST OF ARNOLD N. SWEET AND MITCHELL BARNETT City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Resolution No. 187, setting the date of August 81 1967, for the Public Hearing to consider the rezoning of Lot 10, Block 18, Midway Park, First Filing, from "A" Residential to "B" Local Business, as requested by Messrs. Arnold N. Sweet and Mitchell Barnett. 'Councilman Douglas's made the motion' to approve Resolution No. 187 as presented. Councilman Fuller seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Fuller, Samuels and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of Resolution No. 187 on file in Office of the City Secretary.) IX. MORR I SDALE FOUNTAIN Mayor Fuller recognized Mr. L. R. Baldwin, spokesman for several residents of the Morrisdale Subdivision who are desirous of the Council's consideration of restoring the fountain at the entrance to the Morrisdale Subdivision. The statue from the fountain was stolen several months ago, and the small island which houses the fountain is littered with cans, bottles and debris. Mr. Baldwin stated that he has been informed that the fountain was dedicated to the' City; and that he i s 'of the opinion it is the responsibility of the City to provide protection to eliminate vandalism of this nature. Mr. Baldwin stated that Mr. Rodney A. Waschka and his son had cleaned the area and mowed the grass, but the City should be responsible for the maintenance. Mr. Baldwin commented that, in his opinion, the Morrisdale area lacks adequate police protection -- that cars speed through the area, that vandalism is prevalent', seemingly because this is an isolated subdivision, the lighting in the area is'inadequate and that there are streets which, possibly, need stop signs. 165* (Page Nine, Regular. Meeting of the Euless City Council, July 2 Mayor Fuller commented that this informa- tion is not new to him, and that he -has a report from the Chief of Police on all of the calls in the Morrisdale Subdivision. Fie stated that the City is patrolling the Morrisdale area as effectively as possible with the present Police Staff. Mayor Fuller commented that the City Manager would check with the Park Department, i n an effort to determine the possibility of restoring the fountain or replacing it with some other object. Mr. Baldwin inquired if the Morrisdale residents would be permitted to voice their opinion in the City's decision. Mayor Fuller informed Mr. Baldwin that he would be advised of the City's recommendations and opinions in this matter, and he (Mr. Baldwin) could inform other interested parties in Morrisdale. Mr. R. S. Gerald commented that the speeding seems to be mainly in sports cars and, usually, occurs after midnight. Mr. George Eberhart stated that approximate- ly one and one -half years ago, a speeding car struck his car, which was parked in front of his house, and caused the car to careen into his yard. Councilman Warren stated that there had been i.n.stances of. speeding in his neighborhood, and usually, it i s the same persons who are violating the speeding laws. If this is the case, the issuance of a ticket or two from the Police Department wi I I assist in curtail- _ , ing the speeding. Councilman Samuels inquired of the City Attorney if the City has to accept the responsibility of the restoration and maintenance of the fountain site. The City Attorney advised that if the fountain was on the original plat of the subdivision, and dedicated to the City, then it is the City's responsibility. Mayor Fuller informed the Morrisdale residents that they could request a report from the City Manager on police protection in the area. Mayor Fuller commented that he suggests that the consideration of the restoration of the fountain be referred to the City Manager, and the City Manager report to the Council his recommendation. Members of the Council concurred with the Mayor's suggestion. Mr. Baldwin thanked the Council for their consideration, and Mr. Baldwin was advised by the Mayor that he would be notified of action taken in the matter. 166 (Page Ten, Regular Meeting of ,the Euless City Council, July 25, 1967) X. SEAL COATING PR0BLE7VIS Councilman Samuels stated that he had been advised by citizens on Clebud Street that the seal- coating is in need of repair in several sections of the street. Griggs. This matter was referred to City Manager 1� The meeting adjourned at 9:25 P.M. APPROVED: ATTEST: Mayor Cit�i4 r