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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968-06-11Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council June 11, 1968 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall at 8:10 P.M. by Mayor`W. G. Fuller. The following Councilmen were present: Messrs. Frank Douglass, Bill Byers, Harold Samuels, Dan Shull and Don R. Warren. " Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs and City Secretary Vada Ferris. INVOCATION Invocation. VISITORS follows: Mrs. R. H. Ha 1 1 over Mr. R. H. Hallover Mrs. H. W. Bell Mr—H. W. Bell Mr. Ivan Gregory Mrs. Len Knowles Mrs. Dona J. Hitzert Mr. Russell J. Hitzert Mrs. Ida M. Varley Mr. Forrest V. Variey, Jr Mr. Melvin C. Michand Mrs. Jo N. Michand Mrs. Anne S. Martin Mr. D. A. Martin Mrs. Hazel Blaschke Mr. George T. Jackson, Jr Mrs. George Jackson f Mr„ Norman D. Harper Mr. Joe F. Bourn Councilman Harold Samuels presented the Visitors in attendance are listed, as 1913 Greenbrier Dr. 1913 Greenbrier Dr. 1911 Greenbrier Dr. 1911 Greenbrier Dr. 213 Reaves Court 704 East Cliff 705 East Cliff 705 East Cliff 703 East C l i f f 703 East C l i f f 1903 Greenbriar Dr. 1903 Greenbriar Dr. 818 East Cliff 818 East Cliff 817 East Cliff 812 East Cliff 812 East Cliff Raymond L. Goodson Jr., Inc., Engineers 2909 Lemmon, Dallas, Texas I. C. Deal Investment Company 3603 Hall Street, Dallas, Texas 99 i -0 0 (Page Two. Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) ZONING CASE NO. 176, CONSIDER REZONING 7.202 ACRES NORTH OF HIGHWAY 183 AND SOUTH OF EAST CLIFF - MR. TERRY DAVIS Mayor Fuller. recognized Mr. Simon and Mr. Swift (representatives for Mr. Terry Davis) who explained that two (2) plats have been presented for the council's consideration in an attempt to align the zoning as expressed by the council at their May 28th meeting. He stated consideration has been given to dropping back seventy -five (75) feet for the first.building with parking twenty -two (22) feet from the property line. Councilman Samuels inquired about the preservation of the trees in the twenty -two (22) foot area and Mr. Simon stated the trees would not be disturbed. The plats were designated "B" and "C "' and were reviewed by members of the council. Councilman Byers inquired if Mr. Davis had interest in the property located on the east side of this tract. Mr. Simon stated that, to his knowledge, Mr. Davis did not have such an interest. I Councilman Douglass inquired about the number of parking spaces and was advised by Mr. Swift that the ratio is 1.9 per u nit. Councilman Byers stated that he is still concerned about East Cliff Drive and finds it difficult to determine whether or not the street should be cut through? Mayor Fuller.stated that the zoning should not be.contingent on the street -- that the xoning question should be resolved and the street (East C I i f f) would be considered later. (City Attorney Cribbs arrived at 8;25 P.M.) Discussion of .the street: continued and City Manager Griggs stated that this particular area will be served by a service road; there w i I I not be a cross -over on Highway No, 183 -- Highway No. 183wiII be an expressway. He stated this has not been definitely approved by the Texas Highway Department, but it is generally believed their approval will be favorable. poi. (Page Three, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) Councilman Douglass made the motion for approval with the following stipulations: (1) parking spaces for two cars per umtt (2) buildings at least seventy -five (75) feet from North property line (3) East C I i f f Drive would turn and begin a zig -zag course not more than one hundred (100) feet from Highway 183, humps constructed throughout the apartment area in an attempt to deter traffic Councilman Warren stated that he would like to know the citizens reaction to this proposal. Mr. Simon stated that he does not know th6 councils' desire concerning East Cl iff -- that, the Developers are of the opinion the street should be cut through. He stated the Developers ace eager to proceed with their plans and would be appreciative of obtaining the councils' decision. Mr. Swift stated the plans have been drawn and revised several times and it would be most helpful to know exactly what the council desired prior to preparation of another plat. lack of a second. Councilman Douglass' motion died for I . x Considerable discussion followed con- cerning the extending of East C I iff -- its use as a private drive to be used by apartment dwellers only -- the fact that the area could not be policed properly if it is not a dedicated street. Mrs. David Martin stated that she does not understand why single family homes cannot be built on this site. Mr. David Martin stated he does not want apartment dwellings on this site -- that he does not favor apartments being built in Euless. Mayor Fuller commented that Euless is c o n t i n u i n g t o grow -- and there is and w i l l be -- a demand for apartments. Mrs. Martin stated there is commercial zoning in other sections of Euless -- and she is of the opinion, the apart- ments should be in another area. Mr. Simon stated that he does not know th6 councils' desire concerning East Cl iff -- that, the Developers are of the opinion the street should be cut through. He stated the Developers ace eager to proceed with their plans and would be appreciative of obtaining the councils' decision. Mr. Swift stated the plans have been drawn and revised several times and it would be most helpful to know exactly what the council desired prior to preparation of another plat. lack of a second. Councilman Douglass' motion died for I . x Considerable discussion followed con- cerning the extending of East C I iff -- its use as a private drive to be used by apartment dwellers only -- the fact that the area could not be policed properly if it is not a dedicated street. ] 02 (Pape Four, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) Mr. Hallover, 1913 Greenbriar, stated that if emergency vehicles were not permitted to use the street, there would be no point i n opening the street. Councilman Byers stated he i s of the opinion that East C l i f f, if opened, should be a dedicated street. Councilman Samuels made the motion for approval of Site Plan "B" with the following stipulations: � 1 ) that East C l i f f not extend into the apartment area on the North or South (2) that - parking space for two cars be provided per apartment unit Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Byers, Warren, Shull and Samuels Nays: None (Councilman Warren left the council room at this time.) The Mayor inquired if there was further discussion. Councilman Byers stated that he would I i ke t o know'the Engineer's o p i n i o n and recommendation concerning East C l i f f . Mr. Ratliff read a letter from his firm, dated June 5, 1968, with map attached, in which he recommends that the City establish the thoroughfares and minor collectors in the area generally as shown on map - and do not recommend the extension of East C I i f f through to Highway No. 183. (Copy of l e t t e r and map on f i l e in Office of City Secretary.) (Councilman Warren returned at this time.) Councilman Shull made the motion to approve the rezoning from "A -1" Residential to "A -3" Apartment *, as requested, with the following stipulations -- buildings at least seventy -five (75) feet from North property line with the privilege of using the entire area for parking space. Councilman Byers seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows. Ayes; Councilmen S h u l l , Byers, Douglass and Warren Ab st a i nerd:; , , E i .u.nie it man- Semue i s Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. 103k (Page Five. Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) Councilman Warren stated that he does not have a solution to the rezoning problem, but is.of the opinion that the City should not strip zone. Mr. Simon thanked the council for their cons iderat ion. PRELIMINARY PLAT - CROSSROADS ADDITION - 1. C. DEAL INVESTMENTS Mayor Fuller recognized Mr. Joe Bourn and Mr. Harper, I. 0. Deal Investments representatives, who stated their firm is desirous of plat approval of this tract located on the East side of Highway No. 157, and five hundred (500) feet North of Highway No. 183, planned for an apartment complex. Mr. Bourn stated approximately six weeks has been spent revising the plans in order to comply with Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations, which are as follows: 1. that an easement for the entire tract to Highway 183 is provided 2. A maintenance agreement for the drainage channel. is provided 3. a maintenance agreement for the driveways is provided 4. the revision of the apartment density, upon submission of a final plat 5, the revision of street plans and parking facilities, to accommodate a clear 27 foot right of way plus a minimum of 18 feet for parking, upon submission of a f i n a l p l a t 6. an agreement providing a twenty foot dedicated fire lane is provided. Members of the council. reviewed the plat presented by Mr. Harper and were advised by Mr. Bourn that the Developer plans to present a drainage maintenance agreement and a fire lane agreement; Mr. Bourn stated that the plans have been reviewed by the C i t y Engineer and a l l requirements have been met -- the structures w i I I be two (2) story -- and plans are to leave the large trees i n the area. Discussion followed concerning the number of parking spaces. Councilman Samuels stated he would I i ke to see the parking ratio raised -- Councilman Douglass commented that he does not want to create an extra expense for the Developer, however, he is of the opinion that two (2) car spaces should be provided per unit.' Councilman Samuels made the motion to approve the Crossroads Preliminary Plat with thirty (30) additional parking 10.4 (Page Six, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) spaces to be provided in the development (parking spaces to be located at the developer's discretion). Councilman Byers seconded the motion. Discussion followed and Councilman Byers commented that he does not wish to inconvenience the Developer and that if the Developer has followed the recommendations set forth by the City, then, perhaps, further consideration should be given to this matter. Mr. Bourn stated-that every effort -will be made to increase the number of parking spaces prior to presentation of the final plat. - Councilman Bipiaae withdrew his second, stating that he, is of the opinion that additional parking spaces should be provided, if possible. Councilman Samue s withdrew his motion. Councilman Byers made the motion to approve the Crossroads Preliminary Plat. Councilman Shull the vote s as follows: seconded the motion, and I Ayes: Councilmen Shull, Douglass, Samuels, Byers and Warren Nays: None Mayor Ful er declared the motion carried. Mr. Bourn thanked the council for their consideration. POLICY: TWO �2) CARS PER APARTMENT UNIT Councilman Samuels stated that he is of ,the opinion that the requirements should be two (2) car spaces per apart- ment unit. Members of the council agreed and the City Secretary was instructed to advise the City Inspection Department of this action. COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMIT NO. 66 - ADDITION TO MIDWAY COFFEE SHOP - REQUESTED BY MR. RAY PARKER City Manager Griggs informed the council that this building permit request has been reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission and a l l City requirements have been met. t05. (Page Seven, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) .'Councilman Samuels made the motion to concur with the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations and approve Commercial Building Permit No. 66 with the following stipulation as set forth by the Planning and Zoning Commission: an adequate grease trap provided and necessary documents furnished by the owner of the building, granting approval for construction. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Shull, Byers, Samuels and Warren Nays: None Mayor Fuller declared the motion carried. IV. LIBRARY BOARD MEMBER RESIGNATION Mayor Fuller informed the council that Mrs. Pollard has submitted her resignation as a member of the Library Board. Members of the Council were in agreement for the acceptance of Mrs. Pollard's resignation. V. APPO I NTMENT: LIBRARY BOARD MEMBER Members of the Council were in agreement with Mayor Fuller's recommendation to appoint Mrs. Jerry Crouch to fill the unexpired term of Mrs. Pollard. VI. INVITATION TO NORTHEAST CITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL MEET I NG Councilman Douglass extended to the coundi l members an invitation to attend the next meeting of the Northeast Cities Advisory Council to be held on June 13, 1968 at Euless, at which time a general discussion w i l l be held concerning the proposed airport. ti 106 (Page Eight, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, June 11, 1968) Arl IN IDAIR A=K T ATTEST: City Secretary VII. The meeting adjourned at 9;50 P.M. APPROVED: Mayo r