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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969-09-09Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council September 9, 1969 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Krause called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to'order at 8 :05 P. M., i n the City Hall Council Chambers, with the following i n attendance: Councilmen Frank Douglass, Harold Copher, Dan Shull, Don Warren and Dwayne Wilcox. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs, City Secretary Vada Ferris. inivnrronnni prayer. VISITORS Also present were City Manager C. J. Consulting Engineer Bill Ratliff and Councilman Dwayne Wilcox offered a Visitors i n attendance are listed as follows: Messrs. Smally C. Hobbs, Robert Noonan, Melvin C. Michand, Harry W. Bell, David Sixemore, Joe W. Dunham, Paul Henderson, Blease Tibbets, Everett Bauer and William C. Pannell. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The City Secretary presented Council Minutes'for the regular meeting, August 26, 1969, which were approved as written. City Attorney Cribbs requested that the following be added as a supplement to the minutes dated August 26, 1969, Item IV: "that the previous requirement (as set forth in Item IV) that the applicant seek a Special Use Permit proved to be unnecessary, because the applicant, in the original application for zoning, made clear at the Public Hearing, the intention to construct an intensive care or nursing- home facility on the tract in question. The minutes of Planning and Zoning and City Council reflect this intention and, in effect, a Special Use Permit was considered at that time." ANNUAL BUDGET - OCTOBER 1, 1969 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 1970 Publ is Hearing City Manager Griggs had previously pre- f 7 5 17 6 (Page Two, Regular McOt.inq of the Euless City Council, September 9, 1969) sented a proposed budget for the 1969 -70 fiscal year, in the amount of $1,153,962. Mayor Krause opened the Public Hearing and recognized Mr. Ivan Gregory, who stated that he had r6viewed the budget and finds proper utilization of funds in all departments. However, he requests clarification on three (3) items, as follows: Acc6unt 11 F -6 Travel Expense in the amount of $6,000.00 Mayor Krause requested the City Manager to clarify and Mr. Griggs stated this amount is allocated for the annual conference of the Texas Municipal League, the Mayor and Councils' conference, which is a biennial meeting, scheduled next in 1970, travel to Austin for meetings with state officials - expense for Council of Governments meetings, Mr. Gregory stated that this amount seems rather exobbitant -- that he requests the council consider "trimming" this item before approving the budget. Item 11 F -8 Dues and Subscriptions in the amount of $2,000.00 Mr. Gregory stated that he has been in- formed that this'amount is mainly for three items - dues to the Texas Municipal League, the National Municipal Leagure„ and the, Council of Governments. Mr. Gregory stated that there may be advantages i n the Council 6f Governments membership, but he doubts membership i n the other two organizations i s of benefit to the City. Mayor Krause inquired if the City can participate in League activities if not a member. City Manager Griggs answeeed negatively. City Attorney Cribbs explained to Mr. Gregory that, by having membership in the Texas Mum!Eipal League, the City benefits from a League staff in Austin, who goes "to bat" when legislation concerning Texas Cit,yes is udder discussion -- that, this is only one of many functions of the League, and that a dollar and cents value cannot be placed on the Leagues' services. Mr. Gregory requested the councils' consider- ation of this account before approving the budget. Councilman Douglass informed Mr. Gregory that, after the meeting, he would 1 ike to discuss the Texas Municipal League with him. Mr. Gregory stated he would be pleased to hear any comments. 177 (Page Three, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9, 1969) Item F -6. Travel Expense. Account 21 Mr. Gregory stated that he would like to have a break -down of $3,000.00 in the Police Department travel expense account. City Manager Griggs, at the request of the Mayor, stated that this amount is allocated for travel expense for the entire Police Department -- police personnel attending schools and seminars -- that, in order to comply with State requirements, police personnel must constantly be informed on a l l p o l i c e subjects, and, a l l during the year, our police force w i I I have one or several attending classes -- that continuous training is most essential. Mr. Gregory inquired how much of the $3,000.00 is for the Police Chief's annual meeting. Cl-ty Manager Griggs stated that it depends on the location of the meeting -- that last year, the meeting was in Honolulu, Hawaii; this year in Miami Beach, Florida - and that the distance traveled is a factor in the amount spent. Mr. Gregory stated that he definitely questions this item -- that, in his opinion, a trip to Honolulu and Miami for the Police Chief ceases to be training and becomes a "holiday ". Mr. Gregory stated that he requests the councils' consideration of this expense item before approving the budget. Mr. Gregory stated that he commends the City Manager and his staff on the budget; however, he is of the opinion these items should be: evaluated before council approval. Mr. Gregory thanked Mayor Krause for per- mitting him to review the budget. Ordinance No. 360 - Adopting 19 9 -70 Annual Budget City Secretary Vada Ferris presented, for consideration, Ordinance No. 360 adopting the 1969 -70 annual budget. Councilman Shull made the motion to suspend the rule requiring second reading of an Ordinance, and approve Ordinance No. 360 on first and fi n a I reading. 178 (Page Four, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9, 1969) Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: .Ayes: Councilmen Shull, Wilcox, Douglass and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. FIRST READING - ORDINANCE REZONING GEORGE GORDON PROPERTY ON NORTH MAIN STREET Mayor Krause announced that the Public Hearing was held August 29, 1969, on Zoning Case No. 192, a request submitted by Mr. George Gordon for ee2oning 1.49 acres in the J. P. Halford Survey from "C -1" Neighborhood Business District to "C -2" Community Business District - this property located on the West side of North Main Street, North of Shield's Pharmacy. The Mayor inquired if there were comments from the council. There were none. It was recalled that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request with the following stipylations: i (�) A commitment for construction of a building which meets all City specifications must be obtained within a period of nine (9) months, and (2) Substantial construction of a building must be started within a period of twelve (12) months from date of approval of the rezoning. Councilman Wilcox made the motion to con- cur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the rezoning of this tract from "C -1" Neighborhood Business District to "C -o" Community Business District with the following stipulations: (�) A commitment for construction of a building which meets all City Specifications must be obtained within a period of nine (9) months, ' and (2) Substantial construction of a building must be started within a period of twelve (12) months from date of approval of the rezoning. 179 (Page Five, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Counc1I , September 9, 1969) Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Wilcox, Douglass, Copher and Shull Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. USE CF PLASTIC P I PE AT MOBILE HOMES PARK ON PIPELINE ROAD Members of the council were presented a copy of a letter dated September 5, 1969, a report (requested by the council) submitted by the Consulting Engineers, Knowlton - Ratliff - English, on the use of plastic water pipe at the Mobile Homes Park on Pipeline Road, to be constructed by Mr. Doyle Winters. (Copy of Engineers' letter on file as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary.) Mr. Rat] iff stated that the use of PVC pipe is limited to specific conditions; however, as long as the maintenance is provided by the property owner, the City could allow i t s use, without reserva- tions. Councilman Douglass made the motion to con- cur with the recommendation of the Consulting Engineer and approve use of plastic pipe for the water system in Mr. Winters' Mobile Homes Park, on an experimental basis. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Wilcox and Copher Nays: None Abstained: Councilman Dan Shull Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. IV. PLAT APPROVAL - TRACTS 1 AND 2 BAUER ADDITION, HIGHWAY NO. 183, 600 FEET WEST CF WILSHIRE DRIVE City Manager Griggs stated that this item is one that was uaresolved at a previous meeting -- that Mr. Bauer, owner of one of the tracts, requests this councils' consideration of plat approval and the opening of Debra Drive as an outlet to Highway No. 183. (Previously discussed by Council, July 8, 1969.) 180 (Page Six, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9. 1969) Councilman Wilcox inquired if the street co6ld be closed, at a later date, if it proves not advantagemos as a through street. City Attorney Cribbs stated that, in his opinion, the property owners involved would have to grant permission to close the street. ' Mr. Melvin Michand was recognized by Mayor Krause. Mr. Michand stated he lives at 1903 Greenbriar and i s i n favor of opening Debra Drive -- that he believes it would be best for a I I citizens of the area. In answer to a question by Councilman Copher, Mr. B i I I Pannell (one of the owners) stated that Debra Drive would be a dedicated street. Councilman Douglass recalled that„ in a pre- vious discussion, it was mentioned that Debra Drive might be "flanged" at Highway No. 183. M r . B i l l Ratliff stated the Consulting Engineers had not been requested to study the street construction plans, mainly, because there has been some doubt that Debra Drive would be a through- street. Councilman Douglass stated that he would 1 ike the minutes to reflect that the turn lane wt Highway No. 183 is a possibility and should be given consideration when the final street plans are cons ide red. Mr. Ratliff advised there is room for a turn lane with the street as planned. Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve the final plat, which connects Debra Drive with Highway No. 183, contingent on approval of final development plans approved by the City's Consulting Engineer. Councilman Shull seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Shull, Wilcox and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 181 (Page Seven, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9. 1969) V. TENDERS - OUTSTANDING WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS SERIES 1965 AND REFUNDING SERIES 1 967 City Manager Griggs informed the counci 1 that, as authorized by the City Council on July 8, 1969, a call for Tenders had been issued to holders of City of_ Euless Water Works and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 1965, and City of Euless Water Works and Sewer System Refunding Bonds, Series. 1967. Members of the council reviewed the tabula- tion of Revenue Bond Tenders and City Manager Griggs stated his recommendation is to accept the following: Series 1965 - Bond Nos. 268/277, maturing i n 1991 - 84.40% of par Series 1965 - Bond Nos. 290/299, maturing i n 1992 - 83.90% of par Series 1967 - Bond Nos. 190/346, maturing 1993/2001 - 83.30% of par Councilman Shull made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the City Manager and - authorize the acceptance of tenders as quoted by the City Manager. Councilman Copher seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Shull., Copher, Wilcox and Douglass Nays: . None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. (Councilman Warren arrived - 8:40 P. M.) Mayor Krause recogn ized M r . Mer.r il,l Morong, who stated that he commends the City Manager for his managing the City's bonded indebtedness - there are many figures involved in these tenders, and Mr. Griggs has very carefully analyzed the tenders and recommended a most favorable acceptance. Further, that Mr.- Griggs previously advised the council to delay selling certain bonds - and, most wisely, as the market later changed favorably. Mr. Cribbs stated that it is most evident that City Manager Griggs has saved the City large sums of money in its' bond program. i (Page Eight, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9, 1969) VI. APPOINTING AUDIT FIRM FCR 1968 -69 ANNUAL AUDIT City Manager Griggs informed the council that he recommends appointing Arthur Young and Company of Fort Worth for the 1968 -69 annual audit. Councilman Douglass made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the City Manager and appoint Arthur Young and Company for the 1968 -69 annual audit report. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Wi Icox, Shull, Warren and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion earri.ed. VII. APPOINTMENT TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION TO FILL UNEXPIRED TERM Mayor Krause stated he is pleased to recommend the appointment of Mr. E. E. Keplinger to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission to fi I I the unexpired term of Mr. Audie Morris. Mr. Morris' move from the City created a vacancy for a term extending to May, 1971 . ,Councilman Wilcox made the motion to con- cur with the recommendation of Mayor Krause and approve the appointment of Mr. E. E. Kep] ing.e.r as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission to f i I I an unexpired term extending to May, 1971. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Wilcox, Warren, Douglass, Copher -and Shull Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. APPOINTMENT 10 NORTHEAST CITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL VIII. Mayor Krause announced that Councilman 183 (Page Nine, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9, 1969) Dwayne Wi Icox wi I I replace Counci'lman Dan Shull as the City's representative to the Northeast Cities Advisory Council. This appointment is at the request of Councilman Shull and concurred by Councilman Wilcox. IX. COUNG I L .O.F GOVERNMENTS MEETING, SEPTEMBER 18, 1969 City Manager Griggs advised that Texas Governor Prwston Smith w i I I be the speaker at a Council of Governments luncheon on Thursday, September 18 and reservations should be made i n advance. Mayor Krause and Mayor Pro Tern Douglass stated their intentions to attend; Councilman Warren and Shull w i I I be unable to attend, and Councilman Copher and Wilcox will advise intentions later this we &k. X. STUDY .O..F. .GARBAGE DISPOSAL SERVICES Councilman Wilcox stated that he recalls the Mayor's interest in a study of garbage disposal services and, with the Mayor's approval, wi 11 undertake this project. Mayor Krause stated he is most pleased of this proposal and wi I I look forward to a report by Councilman Wilcox. X1. MR. ROB NOONAN: SUBJECT-PRAYER IN ry rrFR CDar`F Mayor Krause stated that Mr. Noonan could distribute these letters to all present, if he wished. Mr. Noonan thanked Mayor Krause and members of the council for their consideration. (Copy of letter on file as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary.) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Bob Noonan, who stated that he and fellow Jaycees are requesting consideration of a letter expressing approval of rights of the United States Astronauts to pray or read scripture aloud while in outer space. Mr. Noonan presented a copy of a letter, in which this point is indicated, and asked that those present sign if they so des 1 red. Mayor Krause stated that Mr. Noonan could distribute these letters to all present, if he wished. Mr. Noonan thanked Mayor Krause and members of the council for their consideration. (Copy of letter on file as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary.) 184 (Page Ten, Reqular Meeting of the Euless City Council, September 9, 1969) XI I. nn iniiRmmAGnrr ATTEST: City Secretary The meeting adjourned at 8:50 P. M. APPROVED: Mayor