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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970-09-08149 Regular Meeting of the Euless City Council September 8, 1970 CALL TO ORDER Mayor A. C. Krause called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to order in the Euless City Hall Council Chambers at 8:05 P. M., with the following present: Councilmen Frank Douglass, Dan Shull and Dwayne Wilcox. (Absent: Councilmen Don Warren anc Harold Copher) Also - peesent were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Attorney James Cribbs, Consulting Engineer W. R. Ratl iff and City Secretary Vada Ferris. I NninrnT i Mi The invocation was given by Councilman Frank Douglass. VISITORS Visitors in attendance are listed as follows: Messrs. Tom L. King, G. Kinler, B. K. Daugherty, Don Wooldridge, B i I I Pasteur, W. R. Lawrence, Jim Jones, and Mrs. Betty Potthoff. ANNUAL BUDGET - OCTOBER 1, 1970 - SEPTEMBER 30, 1971 Pub] i c Hearing Mayor Krause opened the Public Hearing on the 1970 -71 annual budget. City Manager Griggs stated that the pro- posed budget, i n the amount of $1,588,489.00, has a contingency fund for Fire Station No. 2, as it seems apparent the City of Fort Worth does not plan to renew the contract with Euless, to man and equip Fire Station No. 2. located on Westpark Way. Mr. Griggs stated the budget does not call for a tax increase. However, it does allow for expanded po ice and fire services, cost of living and regular merit salary increases. Councilman Douglass inquired about fire calls from residents of Fort Worth, who have depended on the Euless Fire Department the last few years to handle their fire calls. City Manager Griggs stated that the City of Fort Worth does not participate in the mutual aid program as the other area cities and, therefore, the City of Euless could not handle fire calls from adjacent Fort Worth citizens. 150 (Page TWO, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 8, 1970) Councilman Shull commented this means that residents of Huntington Place, the Tarrant Community, Mosier Valley, the Menasco f i r m and several other businesses i n the general area, w i l l —' have to call the City of Fort Worth - these residents and businesses will not have f re protection from the City of Euless. Mayor Krause inquired if there were visitors present who had comments on the proposed budget. Mr. Tom King was recognized by Mayor Kraase. Mr. King stated he is employed by the Automatic Sprinkler Company and has been a city fire chief in the past -- that he wants to warn the Council of impending danger, if the City of Fort Worth does not renew the contract to man Fire Station No. 2. He commented on the need for additional trained personnel, proper equipment and volunteers. He stated that he w i I I volunteer time to train fire fighters, in order to better equip the City of Euless in handling fire calls. Mayor Krause expressed appreciation for Mr. King's concern and offer to train fire department personnel, and asked him to leave his name, address and telephone number with .the City Secretary. There being no further comments, Mayor Krause declared the Public Hearing closed. Ordinance No. 382 - Adopting 1970 -7.1 Budget Councilman Wilcox made the motion to ap- prove Ordinance No. 382, adppting the 1970 -71 Annual Budget, as presented. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Wilcox, Douglass and Shull Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. Councilman Douglass expressed apprecia- tion of the preparation and presentation of the budget. Mayor Krause commented that City Manager Griggs and City Secretary Vada Ferris had given careful consideration to the budget, and expressed appreciation. RECONSIDERATION OF ZONING CASE 202, REQUEST FOR REZONING 6.293 ACRES TN J. E. FIELD SURVEY, ABSTRACT 540, FROM "R -1" TO "C -211, AND 7,717 ACRES, FROM "R -1" TO "R -3" (PUBLIC HEARING HELD JUNE 9, 1970) (PROPERTY LOCATED AT SST CORNER_ CF NORTH MAIN AND GLADE ROAD) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Lawrence, representing Claude McClennahan, desirous of rezoning 6.293 acres in the 151 (Page Three, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 8, 1970) J. E. Field Survey, Abstract 540, from "R -1" Single Family Dwelling District to "C-2" Community Busrnness District, and 7.717 acres, from "11-1" Single Fanily Dwelling District to "R-3" Multiple Family Dwelling District. (Public Hea ing held June 9, 1970.) (Property located on Southwest corner of North Main and Glade Road.) Mr. Lawrence explained plans for the area in question, stating there is not a definite time for development of the property; that the progress of the regional airport would be a factor. The Council members expressed concern of control of the development of the property in the future, if the present owner or developer does not have specific plans. Planned Development was explained by City Manager Griggs, and Councilman Shull stated he is of the opinion that Mr. Lawrence should be given the opportunity to present this matter to his clients. It was explained that if an agreement is reached to present a Planned Develop- ment District to the City, a public hearing will not be necessary. However, the plans must be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission and, in turn, to the City Council. Mayor Krause stated that this case would be continued at the convenience of the applicant. CONSIDERATION CF REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF TIME APPLIED TO CONDITIONS SUBSEQUENT INCORPORATED IN ORDINANCE 287 (ZONING CASE 151), MR. WILLIAM BARRON. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON SOUTH SERVICE ROAD CF SPUR 350 NEAR ITS INTERCHANGE WITH HIGHWAY 121) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Bill Pasteur, representing Mr. William Barron. Mr. Pasteur stated his client requests an extension of time applied to the conditions subsequent incorporated in Ordi- oaace No. 287. Councilman Douglass made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and grant an extension of twenty -four (24) months, to be applied to conditions subsequent in Ordinance 287. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Wilcox and Shull Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 152 (Page Four; Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 8, 1970) IV. CONSIDERATION OF LOT REVISION - CEDAR HILL ESTATES, LOTS 1, 2 AND 3, BLOCN 14, REVISED TO LOTS I - R , 2 -R, 3-R AND 6-R, BLOCK 14, CEDAR HILL ESTATES (PROPERTY LOCATED AT SOUTHAEST CORNER OF SUNSET AND VINE) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Don Wooldridge,who stated he requests a revision of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 14, Cedar Hill Estates, to Lots 1 -R, 2 -R, 3-R and 6 -11, Cedar Hill Estates, in order to establish another lot across the rear of the property. Councilman Shull made the motion to con- cur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the Lot Revision as requested. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion, and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Shul 1, Wilcox and Douglass Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT V. Menacso Well Site Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Bill Ratliff, who advised that a test pump i s being delivered to the Menasco Well Site, and it i s anticipated the well w i l l be i n service soon. Drainage Problem Mr. Knott's Residence Mayor Krause inquired about the drainage problem at 300 Trailwood, the home of Mr. and Mrs. Knott; if water has gotten into the house during recent rains. Mr. Ratliff stated that he did not know. In answer to a question, Mr. Ratliff stated it may be necessary to build another inlet, and it would cost between $700.00 and $800.00. Councilman Shull made the motion that the City Manager proceed with plans for an inlet near the Knott's residence. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Shull, Douglass and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. (Page Five, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 8, 1970) Elevated Tank On North Main Mr. Ratliff stated that the elevated tank on North Main is progresssing as scheduled. Pipeline Road Mr. Ratliff stated that the Pi;pel ine Road project is progressing, as scheduled. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT V1 . Pipeline Road Proiect 153 ff" APPOINTMENT: ALTERNATE MEMBER - NORTHEAST CITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL Mayor Krause announced the appointment of Mr. Jack Cline, presently a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission, to also serve as an alternate member of the Northeast Cities Advisory Council. Members of the Council were in agreement with the Mayor's appointment, and the City Secretary was instructed to ad- vise Mr. Cline of his appointment. V11 1-1 . ARTHUR YOUNG AND COMPANY: AUDITORS FCR 1969-70 AUDIT REPORT City Manager Griggs stated he recommends the appointment of Arthur Young and Company to conduct the annual 1969 -70 audit. Councilman Doug:l;ass made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the City Manager and approve Arthur Young and Company as auditors for the 1969 -70 annual audit. Councilman Shull seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Shull and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. Mr. Cribbs iciformed the Council that the Pipeline Road project is progressing and notices are being prepared to advise abutting property owners of the Public Hearing to be held October 13, 1970. M r . Cribbs. stated t h a t a l l interested citizens and Members of the School Board should be invited to attend this meeting. ff" APPOINTMENT: ALTERNATE MEMBER - NORTHEAST CITIES ADVISORY COUNCIL Mayor Krause announced the appointment of Mr. Jack Cline, presently a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission, to also serve as an alternate member of the Northeast Cities Advisory Council. Members of the Council were in agreement with the Mayor's appointment, and the City Secretary was instructed to ad- vise Mr. Cline of his appointment. V11 1-1 . ARTHUR YOUNG AND COMPANY: AUDITORS FCR 1969-70 AUDIT REPORT City Manager Griggs stated he recommends the appointment of Arthur Young and Company to conduct the annual 1969 -70 audit. Councilman Doug:l;ass made the motion to concur with the recommendation of the City Manager and approve Arthur Young and Company as auditors for the 1969 -70 annual audit. Councilman Shull seconded the motion, and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Shull and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 154 (Page Six, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 8, 1970) IX. SAMPLE ORDINANCE FCR CITY ATTORNEY'S REVIBN - GARAGE SALES Councilman Douglass stated that the City Secretary had requested and acquired a copy of the City of Dallas ordinance pertaining to garage sales, as he had requested previously, and he, at this time, presents this ordinance to the City Attorney for review, with recom- mendations to be presented to the City Council. X. CITIZEN'S INQUIRY CONCERNING TAX REVENUE FRCM APRRTMENT DEVELOPMENTS Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Gus Ki -nler, who inquired about the amount of tax revenue from apartment units; he specified one hundred (100) unit apartments, as an example. City Manager Griggs stated he would be hesitant to quote a figure; depending on the size of the apartments, types, etc. Councilman Wilcox stated that some of the apartment units are the largest tax payers in the City. X,1 . EXPRESSIONS OF ARPRECIATION Mayor Krause expressed appreciation to Councilman Wilcox for his efforts and work in the garbage di posal service program. Mayor Krause stated that, although Councilman Copher is not present, he expresses his appreciation to Councilman Copher for his efforts and interest in the project of the Teen Council. City Manager Griggs stated that the Sotogrande Development (apartments) is the largest tax payer in the City of Euless, and the project is not completed at this time. He commented that Ector Arms Apartments is the second largest tax payer, with over two hundred (200) units, and that additional information might be obtained from the Tax Office. X,1 . EXPRESSIONS OF ARPRECIATION Mayor Krause expressed appreciation to Councilman Wilcox for his efforts and work in the garbage di posal service program. Mayor Krause stated that, although Councilman Copher is not present, he expresses his appreciation to Councilman Copher for his efforts and interest in the project of the Teen Council. (Page Seven, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 8, 1970) XI I. AFI Kul 1RNKAFNT The meeting wad adjourned at 9 :25 P.M. APPROVED ATTEST : City Secretary 155 156 , , . ..