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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1967-09-26Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council September 26, 1967 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pro Tern Bobby R. Fuller called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to order at 8:05 P. M., with the following in attendance: Councilmen Bill Byers, Frank Douglass and Harold Samuels. (Absent: Councilman Don Warren.) - Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. Mayor Pro Tern Fuller announced that Mayor W. G. Fuller is attending the Golden Anniversary Celebration of the Texas Highway Department, in Austin, at which time Mr. D. C. Greer, State Highway Engineer, w i I I be honored. INVOCATION The Invocation was presented by Councilman Frank Douglass. VISITORS Visitors present were: Mrs. Betty Potthoff, Mr. Ran Holman, Mr. Curtis McCaffity, and Mr. Bill Ratliff. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of September 12, 1967, were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARING, PROPOSED 1967 -68 BUDGET Mayor Pro Tem Fuller opened the Public Hearing on the Proposed 1967 -68 Budget. Members of the Council had previously studied the Proposed Budget as presented by .City Manager C. J. Griggs, which .1 ists expenditures in the amount of $1,090,525.00 and revenues in the amount of $1,090,525-00. Mayor Pro Tern Fuller inquired if there were those present who wished to speak concerning the Proposed Budget. There being no visitors who desired to discuss the Budget, the Mayor Pro Tern inquired if the Councilmen had comments, Councilman Douglass stated that this is a very conservative budget and that the City Manager and his Staff should be complimented for their efforts in preparation and presentation of the Budget. F95 196 (Page Two, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 26, 1967) Mayor Pro Tern Fuller stated that the tax rate increase approved at a previous meeting by Members of the Council was very badly needed by the City, i n order to meet the needs of Euless C itizens . Other Members of the Council expressed appreciation to the City Manager for his efforts on preparing and presenting the Budget. There being no further comments Mayor Pro Tern Fuller declared the Public Hearing closed. ORDINANCE NO. 309, ADOPTING 1967 -68 BUDGET City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Ordinance No. 309, adopting the Official Budget for the City of Euless for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 1967, and ending September 30, 1968. Councilman Douglass made the motion that the ruling whereby an Ordinance must have second reading be expended and Ordinance No. 309 be approved on first and final reading. Council- man Byers seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Samuels, Douglass and Fuller Nays: None f Mayor Pro Tern Fuller declared the motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 310, SECOND. READING - REZONING SWEET AND BARNETT PROPERTY HARWOOD AND NORTH MAIN City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Second Reading of Ordinance No. 310, rezoning from "A" Residential to "B" Local Business, Lot 1 0 , Block 1 8 , Midway Park F i r s t F i l i n g , as requested by Messrs. Arnold M. Sweet and Mitchell L. Barnett. Councilman Samuels made the motion to approve the Second and Final REading of Ordinance No. 310, as presented. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Samuels and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Pro Tern Fuller declared the motion carried. IV. PRELIMINARY REVIEW CF SOTOGRANDE APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT Mayor Pro Tern Fuller recognized Mr. Ran Holman, representing Mr. Bob Folsom, who with the assistance of 197 (Page Three. Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 26, 1967) Mr. Valter Elliott, presented several plats depicting the Sotogrande Apartment Development. Mr. Holman commented that the street profile has been planned in a manner to decrease the velocity of traffic. Mr. Holman stated that 36 foot streets are required; however, Sabre Realty, i s desirous of having at least 40 foot streets. He commented there w i I I be off - street parking for the tenants and that the parking will be placed as near the apartments as ppssible. Mr. Holman advised the Council that the City of Hurst has approved the preliminary plat and requested that the City of Euless provide utilities to the apartment development. Mr. Holman stated that valves would be placed in the lines where necessary due to the fact that two cities (Hurst and Euless) will be involved. However, City Manager Griggs stated that these matters have been discussed with City Manager Don Edmonds of Hurst and he anticipates no problems. A letter dated September 18, 1967, from the City's 6onsutting Engineers' was introduced in which it was suggested that it might be advisable to have an agreement to exist between the City and the Developer for maintenance of the channels in the park area. Mr. Holman stated that his firm has exercised similar agreements and are willing to do so in this case, as they are desirous of maintaining this particular area as a green area. The Euless City Attorney was instructed to prepare such an agreement. In answer to t question by Councilman Samuels, Mr. Holman stated that his firm is prepared to proceed with the project immediately. Councilman Douglass suggested that City Manager Griggs discuss Police and Fire protection with the City of Hurst. _ 1 It , probabi1ity of extending the stree foot street would not be adequate. 44 foot street., , foot right -of -way is adequate in a Holman stated he is of the opinion It was discussed that two (2) lane problem than four (4) lanes. Councilman Douglass inquired about the t to Pipeline -Road.; and,, if so, a 36 He was advised that it should be a City Manager Griggs stated that a 60 development of this type - and, Mr. this would be agreeable with his firm. of traffic would create a greater City Manager Griggs stated that the City does not have funds to participate in increased street widths from 36 feet to 44 feet; however, it would be to the developers advantage to have 44 foot streets. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve, the Sotogrande Plat, -as. follows: (1) streets to be 44 feet wide with no City participation (2) agreement to exist between City of Euless and Developer (Owners) for channel maintenance. 19S` (Pape Four, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 26, 1967) Councilman Samuels seconded the,mation and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Samuels and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Pro Tem Fuller declared the motion carried. V. PRELIMINARY PLAT - MAIN STREET PLACE Mayor Pro Tem Fuller recognized Mr. Hugh Waite, Developer, who proceeded to discuss the Preliminary Plat of Main Street Place. Members of the Council reviewed the plat which i s property adjacent to and north of Westwood Village. Mr. Waite stated that the development is designed for homes of a certain size and price and the land was purchased at a price to justify these plans -- homes will be priced up to $14,500.00. ' Mr. Waite' stated that, i n order not to conflict with City plans., he has discussed the streets in the sub- division with the City Consulting Engineers, since there seems to'have been some apprehension about the street layout. Fie stated that i t had been determined that he had not foll'owed the City's Master Plan as he had thought; and therefore, he is prepared to revise h'is plans. Fie introduced Mr. Carl Smith, Engineer on this project, who' commented he had revised the plat and proceeded to discuss the revision with the Members of the Council, City Manager Griggs and Mr. Bill Ratliff, City's Consulting Engineer'. (Copy of revised plat filed as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary.) Mr. Ratliff stated he recommends approval of the revised plat. Councilman Byers inquired of Mr. Waite his plans for rezoning the adjacent property, and Mr. Waite stated he would make plans for this property in the near future. Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve the Revised Preliminary Plat, as presented, with street re- location and turn around. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Samuels and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Pro Tem Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of revised plat on file in Office of City Secretary.) GO (Pape Five, Recgular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 26, lgh) V -I . LONE STAR GAS COMPANY . p City Manager Griggs informed the Counci+ that Lone Star Gas Company need to relocate a gas-line on the Euless Civic Center property and. requests the execution of a right -of- way and easement document to accommodate this request. City Attorney Cribbs commented he had reviewed the document and voices no objection. Councilman Samuels made the motion to approverthe request of Lone Star Gas Company and authorize the signing of the presented easement document. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Samuels, Douglass and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Pro Tem Fuller declared the motion carried. (Copy of easement document on f i l e i n Office of City Secretary.) VII. RESOLUTION NO. 188 - SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE REZONING REQUEST - 16-2L ACRES WEST CF SHEPPARD DRIVE City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Resolution No. 188, setting October 10, 1967, as Publ ic­Hearing date for rezoning from "A" Residential to "A -3" Apartments, property west of Sheppard Drive and North of Spur Nq 350. Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve Resolution No. 188, as, presented. Councilman Samuels seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Samuels and F u l l e r Nays: None ' Abstained: Counci Iman Byers Mayor Pro Tem Fuller declared the motion carried. VIII NORTHEAST CITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL REPORT - FIRE TRAINING FACILITY Councilman Douglass informed the Council that seven (7) of the Northeast Advisory Council Member Cities will participate -in the Fire,Training 'Facility to be located in Haltom City - the fee is $700.00 per year for each' City for a period of five -(5) 200 (Pape Six, _ Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 26,4967) years -- that a document to be approved by each City Council of the participating Cities will be presented in the near future; the document to bind the participating Cities. Councilman Douglass made the motion that the City of Euless participate in the amount of $700.00 per year for a five- (5) year period in the Fire Training Facility. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass,, Byers, Samuels and Fuller Nays: None Mayor Pro Tern Fuller declared the-motion carried and expressed appreciation to Councilman Douglass for his continued .contribution to the Northeast Cities Advisory Council on behalf of the City of Euless. IX. GARBAGE COLLECTION FEE INCREASE Mayor Pro Tern Bobby Fuller recognized Mr. Curtis McCaffity, manager of Tarrant County Waste Disposal Company, who stated he requests Council consideration for an increase in garbage collection fees in the City of Euless. City Manager Griggs informed the Council that, recently, Mr. McCaffity has assumed the management of Tarrant County Waste Disposal and the number of complaints received at City Hall had been reduced to practically. none - that Mr. McCaffity seems to be making every effort to operate this business efficiently and to the satisfaction of its' customers and the City of Euless -- that 'he has examined the records presented by Mr.. McCaffity - that, in his opinion, Mr. McCaffity is acting in good faith -- that he has no reason to doubt Mr. McCaffity's integrity and, therefore, recommends approval of Mr. McCaff'itys' request for a' rate increase. Mr. McCaffity explained that the increase would be from $1.50 to $2.00 per month for two (2) pick -ups weekly for residential users. Commercial rates would be adjusted accordingly. Councilman Douglass inquired'about the possibility of billing the garbage collection rates on the water and sewer statement. Mr. McCaffity commented he favors such an arrangement. However, City Manager Griggs commented it should remain a City policy to encourage private enterprise; that he does not consider it feasible at this time. Councilman Samuels inquired about uncollectable accounts. He was, informed by Mr. McCaffity that the percentage of uncollected accounts is decreasing; that he is re- evaluat- ing the accounts and routes. -- making some equipment changes which he feels w i l l improve the operations. r (Pape Seven, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 26, 1967) Mr. McCaffity explained the fee for residents of Morrisdale, stating it is more than other areas, at the residents request, because of the distance from the street and the terrain of the area. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve the garbage rate increase as recommended by the City Manager. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Samuels and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Pro Tem Fuller declared the motion carried. (Documents presented by Mr. McCaffity on file in Office of City Secretary.) ATTEST: va '40 '1, 0 z M—, OJ Pw, 4 X. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 P. M. APPROVED: Mayor Pro item 201_. Mr. McCaffity stated that several months ago when he requested the City approve a change in owners, he was of the opinion that the disposal company would continue it's normal operation and he recommended the new owners in good faith. However, several factors had necessitated his assuming the managership and he is making every effort to establish a worthwhile venture for the City as well as himself. Mr. McCaffity explained the fee for residents of Morrisdale, stating it is more than other areas, at the residents request, because of the distance from the street and the terrain of the area. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve the garbage rate increase as recommended by the City Manager. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Samuels and F u l l e r Nays: None Mayor Pro Tem Fuller declared the motion carried. (Documents presented by Mr. McCaffity on file in Office of City Secretary.) ATTEST: va '40 '1, 0 z M—, OJ Pw, 4 X. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 P. M. APPROVED: Mayor Pro item 201_. 202