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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-01-13t Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council January 13, 1970 CALL TO ORDER Mayor A. C. Krauae 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 Harold Copher, Don Warren, Frank Douglass, Dan Shull and Dwayne Wilcox, Also present Cqere City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs, Consulting Engineer Bill Ratliff and City Secretary Vada Ferris. I N \10r'AT I Oki The 1n,vaca_t ton: was given by Councilman Don Warren. VISITORS Visitors i n attendance are listed as follows: Messrs. B i I I May, representing the Fort Wotth Star Telegram, Gene Welch, Bob Getz, John Lukert, Troy Fuller, Michael W. Midkiff, Robert L. I Shepard, Guy Wigington, Robert Power, Kenneth Good and Bob Hammonds. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The City Secretary presented Council Minutes for a regular meeting, December 23, 1969, and a Called Meeting for December 24, 1969, which were approved as written. FIRST READING: ORDINANCE REZONING 10.78 ACRE TRACT LOCATED I N T. A. CASH SURVEY. (ZONING CASE NO. 196) (PROPERTY PRESENTLY OWNED BY WILLIAM C. MARTIN METHODIST CHURCH Councilman Douglass made the motion to approve first reading of the ordinance, (concurring with recommendation of Planning and Zoning Commission), rezoning property as follows: The North 3.6 acres, from "R -1" Single Family Dwelling District to "C -2" Community Business District and the South 6.4'acres, from "R -l" Single Family Dwelling District to "R -3" Multiple Family Dwelling District, with conditions subsequent as follows: L (Page Two, /\Regular Meeting of the -Euless City Council, January 13, 197 0) A. A final site development plan shall be submitted to the City Council within 18 months following final passage of the ordinance effecting the requested changes. B. Construction in substantial compliance with the final site development plan as approved shall be commenced within 24 months following final passage of the ordinance effecting the requested changes. C. Construction in substantial compliance with the final site development plan as approved shall have been substantially completed within 36 months following final passage of the ordinance effecting the requested changes. and that conditions subsequent become effective on the date the church congregation vacates this location. Councilman Shull seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Counci Imen Douglass, Shull , Warren, Copher and W Icox Nays G None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. (This property is located approxi- mately nine hundred (900) feet east of the west city I i m it line on Spur 350). FIRST READING ORDINANCE APPROVING INTERNATIONAL VILLAGE ADDITION, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (LOCATED EAST OF NORTH MAIN STREET AT MIDWAY DRIVE) KENNETH E. GOOD AND ASSOCIATES (ZONING CASE NO. 190) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Robert, Power, representing Kenneth Good and Associates, owners and developers of the proposed project, International Village Development. Mr. Power presented a plat and plans of the Planned Development. Members of the council had been presented a copy of the Engineer's letter dated December 1, 1969, copies of letters from Mr. , Good, and Planning and Zoning minutes, dated December 16, 1969, i n which the r motion was made to approve the layout, as presented, with the following provision: 3 (Pape Three, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 13, 1970) 1. The portion South of Blessing Branch shall not exceed a density of 12.3 units per acre. 2. Provisions of the letter dated December 1, 1969, from the City's Consulting Engineers shall be complied with. 3. The letter dated December 15, 1969, from Ken Good and Associates shall be included in -this recommendation, with exception of density requirements for that portion of the tract' located North of Blessing Branch, which shall be restricted to a maximum of twenty -two (22) units per acres 4. Drainage and sewer connections shall be extended South -- the storm drainage to the existing storm sewer, and the sewer line to the existing lift station located in Somerset Place No. 2 -- to the City's specifications. Mr. Power stated that a I I requirements had been met, however, the Developer disagrees with the Engineer's suggestion of extending a street to the north through the project (Engineer's letter dated December 1, 1969). Mr. Power stated that the School District is aware of this project, and Mr. Good has visited with School Officials, but, it seems the School District is waiting to see what the City wi I I do before deciding on a school site. Mr. Good stated that plans had been made to develop the entire area, since the School District was indefinite about their plans some time ago. M r . Hammonds, Assistant School Superin- tendent, stated t h a t it now seems apparent Oat an elementary school w i l l be needed, and that hnformation, i.e. - size of site, topography, price, and size of apartments - will be needed in order for the School District to make a decision. Mr. Hammonds stated that eight acres for $4,000.00 per acre (previously mentioned in discussion with school officials) will provide for a small elementary school. Councilman Shull inquired if the City could have the same option on the land mentioned for the school, if the School District does not purchase it; stating it would be a good park site. Mr. Good stated that the plans would have to be revised and the area in question is approximately nine acres. Mr. Hammonds stated that the School District could make a definite decision on the site within ninety (90) days. C! (Page Four, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 13, 197 0) ­ Discussion followed and Mr. Griggs stated that considerafion should be given to extending a street north through the project`, - for public protection and traffic circulation, with sidewalks in the proper-places. Councilman Wilcox stated that the streets i n this development are not dedicated and if this one is extended, you are inviting the public to use the streets. Councilman Warren made the following mouton: (1) Approve the First Reading of the Ordinance for the Planned Development District, concurring with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission, with the exception of the street to the north, (2) provisions for pedestrian traffic be included in the plan if a school iitbui-lt in the area, (3) that the City have the fi rst option on the area considered as a school site, if the School District does not purchase it (approximately eight acres at $4,000.00 an acre) which would be for a City park. Councilman Shull seconded the motion and j the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilman Warren, Shull, Douglass, Copher and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. CONSIDER PROPOSAL FOR ERECTION OF A MEMORIAL AT C I V I C CENTER SITE Mayor Krause rOeogn i zed Mr. Mi chae(l Midkiff, appearing to present a request to erect a Memorial at the Civic Center, commemorating veterans of the Vietnam war. He stated, although he does not have definite plans for material, size or shape of the memorial, the memorial will be constructed at his own expense. Councilman Shull suggested that considera- tion should be given to include names of Euless veterans of other wars. (Pape Five, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 13, 1970) Mr. Midkiff questioned this suggestion, how- ever, it was pointed out that the Euless population during World War I1, and the Wo:reanoWar,ytWasrsmaTIoand therefore, only a limited space would be needed for names of veterans of other wars. Councilman Wilcox stated he is not in opposition to this propos ,&I,mbutrrua6tant�o see a definite plan to be assured the structure would be compatible with the Civic Center Buildings. Councilman Douglass inquired about the maintenance of the proposed memorial and Mr. Midkiff stated there would be little maintenance; perhaps, mowing grass and edging. Mayor Krause informed Mr. Midkiff he is not opposed to his offer, however, he will, at this time, appoint Councilmen Douglass and Wilcox to work on this proposal with Mr. Midkiff, in order for this matter to be resolved without further presentation to the council. I V. CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT: Bids on Construction of Water Wells Mr. W. R. Ratliff, Consulting Engineer, reported t h a t bids w i l l be accepted on January 23rd f o r d r i l l i n g two water wells, (scheduled for completion by summer, 1970), and the Engineer's recommendation on the bids will be presented for council consideration, January 27, 1970. Councilman Shull made the motion to accept the Engineer's report. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Shull, Warren, Copher and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. V. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Proposed Agreement between City of Euless and Euless Athletic Association City Attorney Cribbs advised the council that, I (Page Six, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 13, 197 0) ,---,, in a few days, he w i l l have a proposed lease agreement for a building to store equipment, suggested by the Euless Athletic Association in October, 1969. Well and Tank Site on North Main Street (Mrs. Neva Cherry Property) Mr. Cribbs reported tbat, as instructed by the council on, December 23, 1969, $12,000.00 had been deposited with the County Clerk, i n the condemnation of the site on North Main Street, selected as the site for a million gallon water tank. Mr. Ratliff informed the Council that Engineers will be on the site, Wednesday, January 14, 1970, to del in their work in preparation for drilling a well, and later, constructing a storage tank. Lawsuit fi I e d against Mr. Reace Brewer by former Employee, Mr. Jerry Wilson . Mr. Cribbs informed the council that the tfial in the lawsuit, filed against Mr. Reace Brewer, City of Euless Water and Sewer Department Superintendent, by Mr. Jerry Wilson, former City employee, will be held i n February, 1970. Proposed Contract with City of Bedford Pipeline Road Improvements Mr. Cribbs stated that a proposed contract for the improvements of Pipeline Road, with partial participation by the City of Bedford, and assessment of Bedford resident$ on the north side of Pipeline Road, is being considered by the City of Bedford. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Regional Codes City Manager Griggs informed the Council that the Council of Governments is studying regional codes in an effort to have codes (building, plumbing, electrical, etc.) applicable to the area cities. Report on Trinity River Authority Bids City Manager Griggs reported that bids on the Bear Creek Interceptor were opened on January 9, 1970, and he expects a report from Mr. Bob Tharp soon. Also, the Trinity River Authority Board will consider the 1 bids on January 28, 1970. I (Page Seven, Regular Meeting of the Euless Cktv Council, January 13, 1970) MU COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS MEETING - JANUARY 21, 1970 VA City Manager Griggs informed the Council that a Council of Government's meeting w i I I be held at 12:15 P. M., January 21, 1970, and Mr. Sumner Myers, Director of Techno -Urban Studies, Institute of Public Administration, Washington, D. C., is speaker. He stated that reservations should be made i n advance of the meeting, and the following announced intentions to attend: Meyor Krause Councilman Douglass City Attorney C r ibbs The following stated their would inform the City Secretary later: Councilman Wilcox Councilman Shull Councilman Gopher Mr. Bill Ratliff VIII. TOPICS: "TRAFFIC OPERATIONS PROGRAM TO INCREASE CAPACITY AND SAFETY" Mr. Ratliff stated that, at the meeting on December 23, 1969, data on the Topiss program had been pres6nted by the Consult- ing Engineers, only for information. IX. TORT CLAIMS ACT In answer to a question, City Attorney Cribbs stated that, at the next regular meeting, he w i I I present information on the Tort Claims Act, which became effective January 1, 1970. Mayor Krause informed the Council that information from Mr. Dick McCarty, of the Texas Highway Department, on the "Traffic Operations Program to Increase Capacity and Safety" (Topics) (previously on agenda December 23, 1969) would be available i n a few days, and members of the council would be contacted to arrange a meeting-1 for consideration of the materials . Mr. Ratliff stated that, at the meeting on December 23, 1969, data on the Topiss program had been pres6nted by the Consult- ing Engineers, only for information. IX. TORT CLAIMS ACT In answer to a question, City Attorney Cribbs stated that, at the next regular meeting, he w i I I present information on the Tort Claims Act, which became effective January 1, 1970. E:l (Page Eight, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 13, 1970) 0 CITIZEN INTEREST IN WAXER AND SEWER REVENUE BOND ELECTION Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Troy Fuller, who commended the City Council on calling the Water and Sewer Revenue Bond Election, and the Consulting Engineers on preparing a plan for improvements to the water and sewer system. He stated that he i s most hopeful of the passage of the propositions i n the election, to be held Saturday, January 17, 1970, and is willing to assist in promoting the passage of the election propositions; also, there are other citizens who are willing and anxious to work with the council in efforts to inform Euless citizens of the need of approval of the propositions on the ballot. Mayor Krause thanked Mr. Fuller for his comments and offer to help in this campaign. XI. RESOLUTION NO. 250: ORDERING MUNICIPAL ELECTION APRIL 1 1 , 1970 A resolution, ordering an election for the purpose of ilecting three Councilmen for Place One, Place Threee and Place Five, was presented. Gounc i lman Douglass made the motion to approve Resolution No. 250, (setting April 11, 1970, as date for the Municipal election) as presented. Councilman Copher seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Aygs: Councilmen Douglass, Copher, Shull, Warren and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CALLED MEETING TO CANVASS BALLOTS 2" Mayor Krause reminded the members of the E (Page Nine, Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council, January 13, 197 0) council that a Called Meeting w i I I be held January 17, 1970, at 7:00 P. M., following the closing of the polls, i n order to canvass the ballots of the Water and Sewer Revenue Bond Election, Fie stated he would be out of town and Mayor Pro Tern Douglass would conduct the meeting. XIII. - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:25 P. 'M. APPROVED: ATTEST: Mayor City Secretary 10