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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968-01-09237 Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council January 9, 1968 CALL 10 ORDER Mayor W. G. Fuller called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to order at 8:10 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers with the following in attendance: Councilmen Frank Douglass, Harold Samuels, Bi 11 Byers and Don Warren. (Absent: Council- man Bobby Fuller.) Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs,' City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. INVOCATION The invocation was presented by Councilman Samuels. VISITORS Visitors in attendance were: J. E. Davis, Andy Winters, Don Davis, Hugh Waite, James T. Dewey and Bi 11 Ratliff. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The City Secretary presented the fo lIow- ing minutes which were approved as written; Regular Meeting, September 26, 1967 Regular Meeting, November 28, 1967 Called Meeting, December 5, 1967 Regular Meeting, December 12, 1967 RESOLUTION NO. 200 CALLING PUBLIC HEARING - ANNEXATION City Attorney James Cribbs stated that each year in January the City Council makes an evaluation of its' territories, and following this year's evaluation, he recommends calling a Public Hearing for annexation of certain properties. 238 (Pape Two, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) Councilman Douglass made the motion to concur with the City Attorney's recommendation and call a Public Hearing - the date to be determined by the City Attorney. Councilmen Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Byers, Warren and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. II. PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING ANDY WINTERS' PROPERTY ADJACENT TO ..... _...._...._.... TIMBERLINE ESTATES FROM "A -2 TO "A-3" Mr. Don Davis was recognized by the Mayor, and stated that Mr. Winters desires this zoning to build town house apartments -- the development will consist of forty -eight (48) apartments to be located on six (6) acres north of Timberline Estates. Members of the Council reviewed the plat and were reminded that the Land Planner, Mr. Robert Caldwell, had approved the rezoning previously. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve the rezoning request as presented. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Warren, Douglass and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Ordinance No. 318 Councilman Byers made the motion that the rule be suspended requiring reading of the ordinance at.two regular meetings and Ordinance No. 318 be passed on first and final reading, as an emergency, and the property be rezoned from "A -2" to "A -3 ". Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Warren, Douglass and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. 239 (Pape Three, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) GREENHILLS PARK NO. 6 FINAL PLAT City Manager Griggs stated this matter was tabled at the last meeting in order for an estimate to be secured on the construction of Ash Lane. The City Manager had previously presented members of the Council an estimated cost as follows: Total Cost of Storm Sewer and one -half (1) Street 31 Foot Street $13,467.23 41 Foot Street $16,338.48 Mr. Spies, Developer in Greenhills Park, stated that at the time of platting the sub - division, he had been informed the street improvements would cost $2.75 per front foot - that the homes being built do not front this street and he does not think he should be required to pay for these improvements -- that the street is of no value to him and will not help his sub - division. City Manager Griggs pointed out that Ash Lane is not designated as a major thoroughfare, but will be a collector street -- and he recommends that the Developer (Mr. Spies) pay for one - half ( - &) the cost of a thirty -one (31) foot street, estimated to cost $13,467,23. Mr. Spies stated that he does not think he should have to pay this amount -- that he should not be required to give the property for the street and pay for the improvements also. Mr. Spies stated that the City should have a definite policy on street construction i n order for developers to know what the cost will be at the time of platting a Sub - Division -- that it is unfair for a developer to come to the final development stage and discover that his costs will be $10,000.00 more than - originally planned. Mayor Fuller stated that,. in his opinion, the citizens of Euless should not have to pay for a new street in a Sub- Divi s ion. Members of the Council expressed concern and agreed there seems to have been a misunderstanding or lack of communication i n this matter, but will concur with the City Manager's recommendation. Several suggestions were offered by members of the Council in an effort to assist Mr. Spies. 240 (Pape Four, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) Councilman Warren made the motion that the Council concur with the City Manager's recommendation requiring the Developer to pay for one -half ('—z) the cost of a thirty -one (31) foot street i n the estimated amount of $13,467.23. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Douglass and Byers Nays: None Abstained: Councilman Samuels Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. IV. FINAL PLAT - SOMERSET PLACE - MR, HUGH WA I TE Mr. Hugh Waite was recognized by Mayor Fuller, and stated the Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the First Filing Plat of Somerset Place, subject to all recommendations of Engineers' letter dated December 18, 1967. Mr. Waite stated his firm is in agreement with the requirements in the letter which are as follows: 1. In the past the City Council has been concerned that streets maintain a continuous name throughout their length. I n this case, Midway Drive wi l l terminate at North Main Street and Sommerset Drive and pick up at that point. 2. Sommerset Drive is proposed 41 ft. in width which is consistent with your Comprehensive Plan. 3. This first installment does not have sufficient drainage areas to warrant other than street surface provisions. 4. lit would recommend that, prior to Council action, the detail sheet indicate a plan view of a concrete valley which would show the valley to be poured monolithic with the curb returns. Also the street detail should indicate back slopes to property line not to exceed 8 %. 5. VV would recommend the Developers, at this time, furnish the City with an easement or other acceptable alternate document which w i l l allow for the temporary 6" sewer pipe to be installed and maintained until the next installment of this addition is platted. 241 (Page Five, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 2, 1968) 6. The Water System Master Plan now under preparation proposed a 12" water line approximately coincident with Somnerset Drive. The City Manager's office may wish to propose such oversizing to the City Council. However, his lawyers recommend a permanent easement rather than a temporary easement, mentioned in Item Five (5). The City Attorney stated that he recommends a temporary easement and, after discussion, Mr. Waite agreed t h a t the sewer l i n e w i l l be moved by June 30, 1971 or the easement w i l l become permanent. Mr. Waite requests the Council's consideration of participation in over - sizing to a twelve (12) inch water line (recommended by City Engineers) - Mr. Waite having proposed a six (6) inch line. City Manager Griggs stated that he recommends that the City participate in the difference between an eight (8) inch and a twelve (12) inch line. Councilman Samuels made the motion to concur with the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Manager and Consulting Engineer and approve the Plat, with the stipulation that the City participate in the difference in an eight (8) inch to twelve (12) inch water line, and the developer agreeing to a temporary easement u n t i l June 30, 1971, after which time it w i l l become a permanent easement, unless further request i s approved. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Douglass, Samuels and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Discussion followed and Mr. Waite agreed that Midway Drive should be designated as East and West, and proceeded to make this change on the plat in discussion - and the City, at some later date, w i l l change earlier plats designating West Midway. Mayor Fuller stated that, in his opinion, the street naming con nittee should recommend street names. 242 (Page Six, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) ENGINEERS REPORT V. Relocating Utilities - Spur 350 Mr. Bill Ratliff stated he and City Manager Griggs had discussed adjustment of utility lines t o accommodate the construction of Spur 350 by the Texas Highway Department, which w i l l result in a cost to the City an estimated $52,000.00. After considerable discussion, Councilman Watren made the motion to approve these adjustments, estimated at $52,000.00, and authorize the advertising for bids. Council- man Byers seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Byers, Douglass and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Replacement of Water Mains Mr. Bill Ratliff stated he had evaluated water lines in Euless, as requested, and, after consultation with City Manager Griggs, recommends replacing lines on the following streets: Martin Lane, Vernon Lane, Slaughter Lane, Huitt Lane, Pauline Street, Ranger, Whitener Drive, Faun Drive, Hodges Drive, Limestone and Blanco at a cost of approximately $26,996.50. Members of the Council reviewed a map indicating the various locations and were advised that Mr. Brewer, Water Department Superintendent, has stated there are no pressure problems in these areas. Councilman Douglass and Mayor F u l l e r commented they disagreed with Mr. Brewer, both having numerous calls from citizens about the low water pressure. There was considerable discussion concern- ing the size of the lines, as several members of the Council were of the opinion that replacing a two (2) inch line with a two (2) inch line would not solve many problems. City Manager Griggs stated that the City d i d not have funds t o enlarge a l l the lines proposed for replacement, but, by eliminating some of the areas suggested, larger lines could be replaced in other areas. Councilman Warren made the motion that the C i t y advertise f o r bids t o replace water l i n e s w i t h i n the l i m i t of the funds available and the City Manager and City Engineer determine the size and location of lines to be replaced. 243 (Page Seven, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) Councilman Samuels seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Samuels, Byers and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. VI. COMMITTEE REPORT CF PROPOSED BICYCLE ORDINANCE City Manager Griggs briefed the Council on the proposed bicycle ordinance being considered for the Hurst- Euless- Bedford area. (Members of the Council had been presented copies prior to the meeting.) The City Manager stated he recommends this matter be referred to the City Attorney. Councilman Warren made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the City Manager and refer this matter to the City Attorney. Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Samuels, Byers and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (City Attorney Cribbs, City Manager Griggs and City's Consulting Engineer Ratliff left Council Room at this time.) VII. SALARY INCREASE FCR CITY MANAGER Councilman Byers stated that he is in favor of a salary increase for the City Manager - that he is performing his duties to the best interest of the City and has effected some matters most beneficial to the City. Other members present were in agreement with Councilman Byers. Councilman Douglass made the motion to increase the City Managers' salary to twelve thousand dollars ($12,000.00) per year, effective as of January 1, 1968. 244 (Page Eight, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9. 1968) Councilman Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Samuels, Byers and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. (Mayor Fuller stated that, in his opinion, Mr. Griggs has done an excellent job in his few months as Euless City Manager. However, he does not think Mr. Griggs expects a salary increase at this time -- that Mr. Griggs was informed that a salary increase would be considered at the completion of a salary schedule, personnel policy and organizational chart, and at the submission of these items to the Council, he would most certainly favor a substantial salary increase for the City Manager.) POLL COUNCIL - FUTURE MEETI NG VIII. Council of Government Meeting Second Annual Report - January 19 I n the absence of the City Manager, City Secretary Vada Ferris briefly discussed the Second Annual Council of Governments' meeting to be held January 19, 1968, advising that reservations must be made. Councilman Douglass stated he would attend, while others present replied negatively. February 29, 1968 Seminar - Impact of Regional Airport City Secretary Vada Ferris briefly mentioned a letter concerning a Seminar for discussion on the impact the Regional A i r p o r t 1 1 1 I have on the area towns, and, it was generally agreed members of the Council would advise the City Secretary, at a later date of their plans for attendance. (City Manager, City Attorney and Consulting Engineer returned to Council Room. ) 245 (Page Nine, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) IX. RESOLUTION NO, 196 CALLING MUNICIPAL ELECTION City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Resolution No. 196 calling an election on April 2, 1968, for the purpose of electing three councilmen. Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve Resolution No. 196 as presented. Councilman Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Samuels, Byers and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. X. RESOLUTION NO, 197 - CALLING PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING NORTH MAIN PROPERTY (MR_ HUGH VVAITE) City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Resolution No. 197, setting January 23, 1968, as Public Hearing date for consideration of rezoning properties on North Main, as requested by Mr. Hugh Waite. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve Resolution No. 197, as presented, setting January 23, 1968 as date for the Public Hearing on a rezoning request submitted by Mr. Hugh Waite. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Warren, Samuels and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XI . RESOLUTION NO,. t98 - CALLING PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING 14.497 ACRES SOUTH OF BEDFORD -EULESS ROAD (MR, BILL PASTEUR) City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Resolution No. 198, setting January 23, 1968, as Public Hearing date for 246 (Page Ten, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9. 1968) consideration of rezoning request submitted by Mr. Bi l 1 Pasteur. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve Resolution No. 198, as presented, setting January 23, 1968 as date for the Public Hearing on a rezoning request submitted by Mr. Bill Pasteur. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Warren, Samuels and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XII. RESOLUTION NO, 199 - CALLING PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING PROPERTIES I N WESTWOOD VILLAGE AND EULESS GARDENS (MR. ELVIN TACKETT) City Secretary Vada Ferris presented Resolution No. 199, setting January 23, 1968, as Public Hearing date for consideration of a rezoning request submitted by Mr. Elvin Tackett. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve Resolution No. 199, as presented setting January 23, 1968 as the date for the Public Hearing on a rezoning request submitted by Mr, Elvin Tackett. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Byers, Warren, Samuels and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. XIII. ORDINANCE NO. 319 - CREATING DEPARTMENT CF PUBLIC LIBRARY City Manager Griggs presented Ordinance No. 319 creating a Department of Public Library. Councilman Samuels made the motion that the rule be suspended requiring reading of an ordinance at two regular meetings and Ordinance No. 3 1 9 be passed as an emergency on f i r s t and f i n a l read ing. 247 (Pape Eleven, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Samuels, Warren, Byers and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. xIV. TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT HIGHWAY NO,, 183 AND MAIN STREETS Councilman Douglass made the motion that a letter be sent to Mr. Robert Crook, District Engineer, Texas Highway Dppartment, requesting the installation of an actuated traffic light at Highway No. 183 and Main Streets, calling attention to the short four (4) second interval on the east -west lane and the even shorter three (3) second interval on the north -south lanes. (Councilman Douglass stated h is motion was prompted by the recent fatal accident at this intersection.) Councilman Byers seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Byers, Samuels and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. Service Roads Discussion followed concerning the service roads adjacent to Highway No. 183 near Main Street. Councilman Warren stated that, in his opinion, signs should be erected designating the service roads as one -way or, perhaps, the streets should have a center stripe. It was generally agreed that the service roads and signalization should be considered individually. XV . PIPELINE ROAD Councilman Samuels stated that recently a Morrisdale resident had called requesting information on the proposed Pipeline Road improvements. Councilman Warren stated he had recently traveled on Pipeline Road and it is in very bad shape. 248 (Page Twelve, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 9, 1968) It was discussed that there is not a definite time scheduled for these improvements and that, possibly, City Manager Griggs might have an occasion to discuss this matter with the Bedford City Manager. ADJOURNMENT ATTEST= ‘fd.66, City Secretary XVI. The meeting adjourned at 10 :50 P. M. APPROVED: Mayor 249 250