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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967-08-08167 Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council August 8, 1967 CALL TO ORDER Mayor William G. Fuller called the Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council to order in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall at 8:10 P.M. with the following Council- men in attendance: Messrs. Bill Byers, Frank Douglass and Harold Samuels. (Absent: Messrs. Bobby R. F u l l e r and Don Warren) Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. INVOCATION- man Bill Byers. V ISITORS The Invocation was given by Council- Visitors in attendance were: Messrs Troy M. Fuller, Claude U. Clanahan, Berton Wright, Robert Folsom, Ron Johnson, Don Schmidt, Jim Gammons, J. 0. Lamar, Ronald L, Ambrose, Robert L. Everitt, Theodore Gruen, M. L. Barnett, Arnold N. Sweet, Darrel Benson, Bobby Wortham and J. E. Kitson; Mesdms. Pat Payne, Martha Hand, Betty Potthoff, Zane Mahon, Barbara Lucas and Alma H. Lamar; Mr. and Mrs. Earl Moore and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Johnson, APPROVAL OF MINUTES rThe.Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting dated July 25, 1967, were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARING; SABRE REALTY COMPANY EAST HURST CITY LIMITS AND SOUTH OF MORRIS DALE SUB -D IV IS ION Mayor Fuller opened the Public Hearing on-the rezoning request submitted by: Sabre Realty Company for rezoning a tract of land from "A'.' residential to "A -3" apartments, and recognized Mr. Bob Folsom, a representative of Sabre Realty. Mr. Folsom presented colored slides of several apartment developments constructed• by�Sabre Realty located in the City of- Dallas. The slides depicted various types of architectural designs, pool area, patios and streets adiacent to the apartments. Mr. Folsom stated that the area for the apartments he 168. (Page Two, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) proposes to build in the City of Euless and on an adjacent tract in the City of Hurst is conducive to luxury type apartments which his firm b u i l d s and w i l l rent from $125.00 to $350.00 monthly. He commented that the terrain in this area with its rolling slopes and many trees afford an ideal location for a very attractive apartment development. Councilman Samuels inquired if Mr. Folsom planned to use the entire acreage in Euless and Hurst for his apartment development. Mr. Folsom stated that he is contemplating a small shopping area on a portion of the Hurst acreage. In answer to a question, Mr. Folsom stated there are thirty -nine (39) acres in Euless and forty -five (45) acres in Hurst which will be used for this project. He stated that, at the present time, he does not have a master plan of the development; that, the purchase of the Euless property is contingent on the rezoning, and due to the expense involved, he had postponed the preparation of a master plan. Mr. Folsom commented that he is contemplating the building of a dam across the draw in this area and building a small lake. Members of the Council were presented Plats of the area which indicate the location of the property requested to be rezoned. In answer to a question submitted by the City Attorney, Mr. Folsom stated, initially he will build one hundred (100) units which will require approximately six (6) acres. Mr. Folsom stated that his firm will comply with -the zoning codes and building codes of the City of Euless and, although he is not familiar with.the building codes, he prefers to construct. twenty (20) units per acre with a play area adjacent to the units. He stated that these apartments w i I I be classified as luxury or semi - luxury and that his firm is desirous of. building apartments in an attractive location in order to attract desir- able tenants. He commented that he is of the opinion that apartments should not be b u i It between commercial areas but should be located in an area adjacent to attractive homes. In answer to a question, he commented that the Hurst property adjacent to the Euless property is zoned commercial and was zoned prior to the purchase by the Sabre Realty Company. However, that the Hurst area is ideal for apartments and he plans to request rezoning to accommodate an apartment complex in this area. Councilman Douglas's inquired of Mr. Folsom the time schedule for construction of the apartments if the re- zoning is approved. Mr. Folsom stated that he must have plans for the water and sewer lines from both cities and pertinent street information; however, that he will start immediately on these preliminaries if the rezoning is approved; and.that he is of the opinion that the actual construction will start within approximately one year. Mr. Folsom stated that he wants to build the apartments -just as fast as he can rent them. 169 (Page `Three, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) Councilman Douglass inquired where the fi rst units would be constructed. Mr. F'olsom*state'd it' has riot ''been decided at this time whether the first'uni't's would be in the City of Euless or the City of Hurst. Councilman Douglass inquired about parking areas, Mr. Folsom stated that, in the apartment developments constructed by Sabre Realty Company, 11 and 2 car spaces are provided with extra wide streets to- accommodate visitor's cars. He stated a very attractive entrance would be provided to the apar'tment development. Councilman Byers inquired about the utilities in the south tract of this acreage. Mr. Folsom stated that water is in the near vicinity but he is not certain if this line is large enough to 'accommodate an apartment complex. Mr. Moore, a visitor to the meeting, stated that there is a 30' strip along Mr. Folsom's property which divides property owned by Mr. Moore and by Mrs. Morris (deceased) and he is anxious to determine if Sabre Realty plans to construct a street from Pipe Line Road dedicating this 30' for the street. Mr. Folsom stated that he owns and w i I I dedicate the 30' for a street to the City of Euless but that he does not plan to construct a street. Mr. Moore stated that he-does not object to the development proposed by Sabre Realty. Mr. Darrel Benson stated that he is representing the St. Vincent's Episcopal Church whose congregat'i'on does not object'to the'rezoning'of this 'property. Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve the rezoning from "A" Residential to "A -3" Apartments with the stipulation that if plans have not materialized for this project within two years, the property will revert to its original zoned status'of "A" Residential -- this was clarified to mean the submission of a site plan, construction of one unit, and /or locating utilities and streets. Councilman Samuels seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried and thanked Mr. Folsom for a very nice presentation. Mr. Folsom expressed his appreciation for the Council's attention and consideration in this rezoning case, (Copy of map on file as Council exhibit in the office of the City Secretary.) 170 (Page Four, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) PUBLIC HEARING- REZONING REQUEST SUBMITTED BY ARNOLD N. .SWEET AND MITCHELL BARNETT (SOUTHWEST CORNER HARWOOD ROAD AND NORTH MAIN STREET) Mayor Fuller opened the Public Hearing on the rezoning request submitted by Messrs. Sweet and Barnett for a change in zoning of -Lot 10 Block 18, Midway Park, First Installment; from "A" Residential to "B" Local Business . Mr. Sweet introduced his associate, Mr. Mitchell Barnett, and informed the Council that their firm builds and manages shopping centers of the type and quality they desire to construct on the site at Harwood Road and North Main Street. He commented that the buildings are of fine quality with pier and beam foundations. Members of the Council reviewed plans distributed by Mr. Sweet showing the stores in the shopping center and the parking areas. Mr. Sweet commented that a stockade fence o r Hadite painted w a l l w i l l be constructed to shield the shopping center from the homes in the area. He stated that the proposed shopping center w i I I lease space for a "Stop and Go" Grocery, a One Hour Martinizing Laundry, a Washateria, and have space available which w i I I be suitable for a barber shop, beauty shop, or a small cafe. Mr. Sweet presented colored slides of several "Stop and Go" grocery stores, the Martinizing Laundry, a barber shop and other businesses for which his firm has constructed buildings. He stated that the "Stop and Go" Grocery w i I I sign a fifteen (15) to seventeen (17) year lease with options and that the One Hour Martinizing Laundry w i I I sign a lease for a period from five (5) to ten (10) years. Mr. Sweet stated the shopping center w i I I have an area for parking sixty -five (65) cars. Mayor Fuller inquired if there were opponents or proponents in this rezoning case and Mr. Johnson, who -lives at 104 Falls Drive, was recognized. Mr. Johnson stated that he does not object to the rezoning of the property but he does not understand why the area should have a "Stop and Go" Grocery when there is a 7 -11 store within a few blocks of this location. He further commented that this corner is a bus stop for school children and he is of the opinion that a shopping center of this type should not be located at a bus stop. 171 (Pape Five, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) Mrs. Johnson commented that she does not object to the rezoning of the property but she does not wish to have bus'inesses near her home that 'remain open a l l night. She commented that the washateria would be open 24 hours a day and, that the. area would be. a hangout for teenagers. Mrs. Johnson stated that she had rather have a service s.tation on this site. Mr. R. M. Ambrose, who resides at 102 Falls Drive, inquired of Mr. Sweet the dimensions for the parking area. Mr. Barnett stated that the space for parking a car i s 9LI wide and 20' deep for each car. Mr. Ambrose commented that this is more than adequate; however, that in his opinion, there are some of the car spaces on the plat which are not of these dimensions. r Mr. Barnett commented that if there is an error in'their calculations of the parking spaces, that the difference can be taken from the building area. Mayor Fuller requested persons opposed to the rezoning to raise their hands. There were' six persons present opposed to the rezoning. He inquired if there. were those who were in favor of the rezoning and one man commented that he is not for or against but he i s of the opinion that something should be constructed on this particular corner in order to eliminate the tall weeds. Several persons present commented that they..were.!of the opinion at the time they purchased their homes that the property: adjacent to their homes would remain residential. Mr. Sweet introduced a copy of a deed pertaining to this particular area which states that Lot 10, Block 18 may be used for residential, commercial, multiple dwelling, or recreational purposes. Mr. Barnett stated that the washateria will not be open 24 hours a day; that it will close at 11;00 P.M.; that the equi'pment in the washateria is too valuable to leave unattended during the nighttime hours. Mayor Fuller stated that, to his know- ledge, there had been no offers of other types of businesses for this area and inquired of Mrs. Johnson what specifically she would rather have than those proposed by Mr. Sweet and Mr. Barnett. Mrs. Johnson stated that she had rather have a service s.tation on this site. Mr. R. M. Ambrose, who resides at 102 Falls Drive, inquired of Mr. Sweet the dimensions for the parking area. Mr. Barnett stated that the space for parking a car i s 9LI wide and 20' deep for each car. Mr. Ambrose commented that this is more than adequate; however, that in his opinion, there are some of the car spaces on the plat which are not of these dimensions. r Mr. Barnett commented that if there is an error in'their calculations of the parking spaces, that the difference can be taken from the building area. Mayor Fuller requested persons opposed to the rezoning to raise their hands. There were' six persons present opposed to the rezoning. He inquired if there. were those who were in favor of the rezoning and one man commented that he is not for or against but he i s of the opinion that something should be constructed on this particular corner in order to eliminate the tall weeds. Several persons present commented that they..were.!of the opinion at the time they purchased their homes that the property: adjacent to their homes would remain residential. Mr. Sweet introduced a copy of a deed pertaining to this particular area which states that Lot 10, Block 18 may be used for residential, commercial, multiple dwelling, or recreational purposes. 172 (Page Six. Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8 After considerable discussion, it was pointed out that the persons opposing this zoning case are not objecting to the rezoning ut to the types of buildings and businesses proposed by Mr. Sweet and Mr. Barnett. ' Councilman Douglass commented that he is of the opinion that the people who plan to operate businesses in this area have made a survey to determine if their type of business would be feasible in this location and that he does not believe they would invest their money if they were doubtful; that, in his opinion, the Council cannot say that this area is not ready for businesses of this type. Mr. Barnett stated that the -firms who lease the buildings are of the opinion that the area is in need of their type business or they would not invest in such a venture. Mayor Fuller inquired if there were others who wished to be recognized in, this rezoning case. There being none, Mayor Fuller declared the Public Hearing closed. It was pointed out by the City Attorney that in a rezoning case if opposition to the rezoning is equivalent to '20% or more (property owners adjacent to area for rezoning) the State Statutes stipulate that such` rezoning cannot be effective except by'the favorable vote of three - fourths of all members of the Counci 1 ; therefore, due to the absence of two members- of the Council, a vote must be delayed in this case. ' Mayor Fuller thanked Messrs. Sweet and Barnett'for their presentation and advised that this matter would be discussed at a later date when a I I Council members are present. SECOND READING - ORDINANCE NUMBER 303 - ANNEXING A PORTION OF CROWLEY SURVEY City Attorney James Cribbs presented second reading of Ordinance No. 303, annexing a ten (10) foot strip of property out of the I. Crowley Survey (eastern part of City). Councilman Samuels made the motion to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 303. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass,and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Official copy of Ordinance No. 303 on file in'the office of the City Secretary.) 1°7"3.. (Page Seven. Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) IV. ORD-I NA'NC'5 NUMBER 304 - AMENDING ELECTRICAL ORDINANCE NUMBER 206 (LICENSING ELECTRICIANS FROM OTHER CITIES) City Attorney James Cri b'bs presented second reading of Ordinance No. 304 which provides recognition of electrical licenses issued by other Texas Cities. It was pointed out that the local e.iectric board must be satisfied with the applicant's qualifications and ability and an affirmative vote by two - thirds majority to grant a license to electricians who are not licensed by the City of Euless previously. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 304, Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Official copy of Ordinance No. 394 on f i l e in the office of City Secretary.) V. MRS, LAMAR'S CONVENTS ON USE OF COMMUNITY BUILDING Mayor Fuller recognized Mrs. J.' 0. Lamar, who stated that she had attended a meeting recently, in Fort Worth, and a discuss :lion of a,aocation for, a fund raising was discussed. She stated that she immediately thought of the Community Building and mentioned this to those present, and a comment was made that this building would not be available, nor would it be suitable if it were available. She stated that during the :bond campaign, she had gotten the opinion that this building would be a dignified place for adult meetings, but that it has become apparent that the building is. strictly an air - conditioned playground for kids to watch television and play .pool. She commented further that the building is dirty and poorly supervised, and that you are in danger of being trampled by children running wild throughout the building. Mrs. Lamar stated that she had attended one meeting in the building where an attempt was made to show pictures to approximately one hundred (100) people, with comments to be made by a speaker, and that the group was unable to hear the speaker because of so many children in the building participating in unsupervised activities. Mrs. Lamar commented that this building cost a considerable sum of money, and that she is of the o p i n i o n that. i t should be a v a i l a b l e f o r use by a l l - citizens -- children, should not be sent to the Community Building to watch television. 174 (Page Eight,Regulat Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) Mayor Fuller commented that the building is for citizens and their families. Mayor Fuller advised Mrs. Lamar to contact the City Manager about this matter and any other that might be a responsibility of the City Government. Mrs. Lamar stated that she wouldn't dream of calling the Mayor or City Manager, if she had a water leak -- she would call the Water Department. She stated further that she had understood that the Community Building has a supervisor who was to be contacted:. concerning the use of the building; however, when she had inquired about the use of the building, she was given a vague answer about whom she should contact. Mrs. Lamar commented that the building is not suitable for adult meetings; that it is poorly managed, filthy and dirty, and is a disgrace-to the City of Euless. In answer to -a question, she stated that the building is desi'rable, but the supervision and' "!! activities are undesirable and that, in her opinion, the supervision is at fault. She stated that she doesn't understand why kids have to have a n i c e a i r conditioned b u i l d i n g t o run in and o u t of a l l day long -- that the children should be sent to the park to play. She commented that the kids who frequent the Community - Building have'the idea the building belongs t o them and t h a t they may 'run in and out unsupervised a t a l l times.' Mrs. Lamar stated that she does not believe that anyone can help her, as far as the Community Building is concerned. She commented that there are several groups in Euless who desi're a suitable place for meetings and, after observing the mismanagement of the Community B u i l d i n g , she is o f the o p i n i o n these groups w i l l have to raise money to construct a bui ld!i_rrg; in order to have a desirable meeting place. Councilman Byers commented that if it is apparent:that one part of the recreation program is infringing on another, then the recreation program should be changed. ; : Mayor Fuller again advised Mrs. Lamar to contact the City Manager, if she has any complaint or suggestions on the use of the Community Building. The Mayor thanked Mrs. Lamar for he-r-- comments to the Counc i 1. VI. COUNC I L OF GOVERNMENTS' MEET 1 NG Members of the Council'were advised that a luncheon meeting will be held Wednesday, August 16th, at the Inn of the Six Flags, at which time the Council' of Governments w i I I present amendments to the by -laws and the latest report on the Regional Airport. (Page Nine, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, August 8, 1967) A poll of those present indicated that the following plan to attend: Mayor Fuller, Councilmen Samuels and Douglass; and City Manager Griggs. The City Secretary was requested to make luncheon reservations for those planning to attend. ruI'W01 n NINA1evr ATTEST Z�� 6z4LJ City Secretary IJ11111111 The meeting adjourned at 9:55 P.M. APPROVED: Mayor 175 176 r i I