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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-02-23Regular Meeting Euless City Council February 23, 1971 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order at 8:05 P. M. i n the Council Chambers of the Euless City Hall, with Mayor A. C. Krause presiding. Councilmen present were Messrs. Frank Douglass, Dan Shull, Dwayne Wilcox, Harold Copher, and Don Warren. Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, C i t y Attorney James Cribbs, Consulting Engineer W i I I iam R. Ratl iff and City Secretary Vada Ferris. VISITORS Visitors i n attendance are listed as follows: Messrs. Glen R. Smith, H. M. Huffman, 0. S. Dobkins, E. R. Van Sant, Jerry Brackman, Michael B. Wyles, Robert B. Coe, Jr., Frank E. Crumley, Ed Nelms, James D. Cleary, Melvin Wm. Jackson, Jr., Leon Hodges, Bi 11 Bros] in, Morton Rachofsky, Walter A. Elliott, Jr., James R. Jones, Edward E. Nan Name, Wayne Widner, and E. P. Cottrell; Mesdms. Betty Potthoff, representing the Mid - Cities Daily News, Judith Nelms, Edward E. Van Name. 0 Searcy Dobkins, John W. Floyd, and Wayne Widner. M /ryATI C1N The invocation was presented by City Attorney James C r ibbs. APPROVAL CF MINUTES Minutes of the regular meeting dated February 9, 1971 were approved as written': INTRODUCTION CF PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR Mayor Krause introduced Mr. + John Bayuk, Pub i c Works Director. The Mayor. :announced Mr. Bayuk was recently employed by the City of! Euless and w i I I be in charge of the Water and Sewer Department, Street Department and Inspection Department. FIRST READING - ORDINANCE REZONING 38 ACRES AS FOLLOWS: TRACT 1, FROM "R- 1 " SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "R -4" MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT: TRACT 2. FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT Of "R -3" MULTI PI F FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT: TRACT 3., FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "C -l" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT. (PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH CF PIPELINE ROAD AND ADJOINS VEST CITY LIMITS AND ABUTTING WESTPARK WAY.) (PUBLIC HEARING HELD FEBRUARY g. 1971.) ZONING CASE NO. 206 REQUEST OF MR. FRANK E. CRUMLEY Jr., J 10 (Page Two, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1971) Mayor Krause announced that the Public Hearing was held on February 9, 1971; however, he would recognize Mr. Glen Smith. Mr. Smith stated that the property Owners in the area request the Council restrict any building until Westpark Way is completed from Pipeline Road to Spur 350, and the City plan to purchase land between the proposed project and the property Owners to serve as a buffer. Mr. Michael Wyles stated that he does not oppose the proposed Zoning change, but would I i ke to remind the Council t o consider the sewer l i n e s in the area; t h a t overloading w i l l create a problem. Councilman Wilcox stated that he is of the opinion that Single - Family Dwelling zoning for this area would be poor zoning, as the property is located adjacent to tracts that are designated to be commercial. Councilman Wilcox made a motion to concur with the recommendation. of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the rezoning of this property. Councilman Shull seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Wilcox, Shull, Douglass and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause announced the motion carried. SECOND AND FINAL READING - ORDINANCE N0. 393: REZONING PART CF TRACT C, MUNICIPAL SERVICE COMPANY CF TEXAS SUBD IVI S ION, FROM ''C -1" NE IGHBORHOOD BUS INESS D ISTR ICT TO "C-2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT, WITH A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A METAL STRUCTURE FOR COVERED PARKING AND FOR OUTSIDE STORAGE TO BE USED FOR SOUTH IESTERN BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY SERVICE CENTER. (PROPERTY LOCATED AT NORTHEAST CORNER CF HIMES AND FULLER DRIVE.) (PUBLIC HEARING HELD JANUARY 26, 1971.) (ZONING CASE NO. 207.) Councilman Douglass made a motion to approve second and fi n a I reading of Ordinance No. 393. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Wilcox, Shull and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. I1 (Page Three. Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1x71) CON -SIDER_ PLAT - TRACT C. MUNICIPAL SERVICE COMPANY CF TEXAS SUBDIVISION (PROPERTY LOCATED AT NORTHEAST CORNER OF HIMES DRIVE AND FULLER DRIVE) (SAME PROPERTY AS ITEM I I, ABOVE.) Members of the Council reviewed the plat of Tract C, Municipal Service Company of Texas Subdivision, presented by Mr. Bill Croslin and Mr. Walter Elliott. (Councilman Warren arrived at 8 :23 P. M.) Councilman Wilcox made a motion to approve the plat as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilman Shull seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Wilcox, Shull, Warren, Douglass and Copher Nays: None. Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. r IV. F I RST READ I NG : ORD I NANCE CLOS I NG UTI L I TY EASEMENT ON TRACT C, MUNICIPAL SERVICE COMPANY OF TEXAS Councilman Douglass made a motion to approve f i r s t reading of an Ordinance c l o s i n g a u t i l i t y easement on Tract C, Municipal Service Company of Texas, property located at Northeast corner of Nimes Drive and Fuller Drive. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Warren, Shull, Copher and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. V. CONSIDER PLAT - SPRING VALLEY APARTMENTS SUBDIVISION - PROPERTY LOCATED 469' NORTH OF PIPELINE ROAD ON THE EAST SIDE OF SOUTH MAIN STREET. C. L. MOON, INC., ENGINEERS: DR. LEON HODGES. TRUSTEE- OWNER. 12 (Page Four, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1971) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Melvin Jackson, representing Dr. Leon Hodges, Trustee -Owner of the Spring Val ley Apartments Subdivision. Mr. Jackson stated the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission have been met and that funds w i I I be escrowed with the City following the approval of the plat. Councilman Douglass inquired about the drainage, and was informed by Mr. Rat] iff that drainage plans are satis- factory. Councilman Douglass made a motion to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the plat. Councilman Shull 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. ORDINANCE N0. 394: SECOND AND FINAL READING, CREATING JOINT ZONING BOARD FOR REGIONAL AIRPORT Councilman Douglass made a motion to. approve the second and final reading of Ordinance Creating a Joint Airport Zoning Board for the Regional Airport. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Warren, Copher, Wilcox and Shull Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. VII. APPOINTMENT CF MEMBERS TO THE REGIONAL AIRPORT ZONING BOARD Mayor Krause stated he recommends that Mr. W. G. Fuller be appointed as one of the members to serve on the Airport Zoning Board. Councilman Wilcox made a motion appointing Mayor A. C. Krause and former Mayor W. G. Fuller to serve as the `City of Euless representative on the Regional Airport Zoning Board.. Councilman Douglass seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: 13 (Page Five, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1971) Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, ,Wi lcox, Copher, Warren and Shull Nays: None . Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 272: DESIGNATING AND APPROVING PROPOSED LOCATION CF STATE HIGHWAY 360 AND REQLESTING APPROVAL AND CONSTRUCTION Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Robert Taylor of Grapevine, who presented a copy of a resolution, requesting the Council approve for presentation to the Metrolpol i tan Highway Committee in an effort to encourage the completion of S. H. 360 prior to the opening of the Regional Airport. Mr. Taylor stated the City of Grapevine has approved a s i m i l a r r e s o l u t i o n which w i l l be presented to the Metropolitan Highway Committee on February 24, 1971. Councilman Douglass made a motion to approve Resolution No. 272. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Doug ass, Wilcox, Shull, Warren and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the mot on carried. Ef CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT BIDS FOR NORTH MAIN STREET WATER FEEDER MAIN AND BOOSTER PUMP STATION N0, 6. HIGH SERVICE PUMPING UNITS AND 350,000 GALLON GROUND STORAGE RESERVOIR Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Bill Ratliff, who presented bid tabulation results on bids opened at the Euless City Hall on February .19, 1971. Members of the Council reviewed the bid tabulations and Mr. Rat] iff's letter of recommendation dated February 22, 1971 in which he recommended the following: The contract .for the Booster Pump Station Huffman Construction stipulation that the from the low bidder, North Main Street Water Feeder Main and No. 6 be awarded to the low bidder, H. M. Company in the amount of $122,350.41 with High Service Pumping Units be purchased Pierce Pump Company, Inc., and V4 (Page Six, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23,1971) (2) The contract for the 350,000 gallon Ground Storage Reservoir be awarded to the low bidder, Gorbett Bros. Steel Company, in the amount of $31,232.00. Councilman Shull made a motion to concur with the recommendation of the City Engineer. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Shull , Warren, Copher, Douglass and Wi Icox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. (Copy of bid tabulation and Engineer's letter on file as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary.) CHANGE ORDER FCR RETAINING WALL - 3902 WILDWOOD (PROPERTY ABUTS PIPELINE ROAD, OWNED BY MR. VAN NAVE) Mr. Ratliff reviewed a memo to the Mayor and Council, dated February 22, 1971, in which he explained he had investigated the area at 3902 Wildwood (property backs onto Pipeline Road) and that to eliminate the problem created by the construction of Pipeline Road, he recommends addition of a retaining wall which would reach a maximum height of 3 feet through this low area, at an estimated cost of $1930.00. He stated if the Council approved this addition, a change order could be issued for an add-on to the existing contract. Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Van Name, owner of the property at 3902 Wi ldwood, who presented several sketches and stated he recommends a six foot retaining wall - that it would be more attractive, safer and more easily maintained. In answer to a question by Mayor Krause, Mr. Ratliff stated the cost for a five (5) foot retaining wall would probably be twice as much as the three (3) foot retaining wall. Councilman Copher made a motion authorizing the City Engineer to follow the plan submitted by Mr. Van Name for a five (5) foot retaining wall with the cost not to exceed $3000.00. Councilman Warren seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Wilcox, Shull, Warren, Douglass and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 15 (Paae Seven. Minutes of Reaular Meetina, Euless City Council, February 23, 1371) Mr. Van Name stated that if the cost of the five (5) foot retaining wall exceeds $3000.00, he will pay the difference. Mr. Van Name expressed appreciation to the Council for their consideration. X. RESOLUTION NO. 271: CALLING PUBLIC HEARING: ZONING CASE NO, 209. REOUEST OF MR. KEN GOOD & ASSOCIATES FOR CHANGE FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DVVaLI NG DISTRICT TO "R -2" TWO - FAMILY DVVaLI NG DISTRICT. "PD" PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, "R- " MULTIPLE - FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT AND "C -21b COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT. PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF F.M. 157, NORTH OF GREEN HILLS PARK ADDITION AND ASH LANE EXTENDED Councilman Copher made a motion to approve Resolution No. 271, setting March 23, 1971, as the Public Hearing date. Councilman Wilcox seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: r Ayes: Councilmen Douglass, Warren, Wilcox, Copher and Shull I Nays: None Mayor Krause declared ,'the motion carried. APPRECIATION TO CITY MANAGER FOR WORDING OF PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONS IN PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES Councilman Copher complimented City Manager Griggs for wording of the property description in the Planning and Zoning Minutes. XII. MAYOR RECOMMENDS PARK AND RECREATION COMMITTEE PROCEED WITH SWIMMING POOL PLANS', ' Mayor Krause announced that he recommends .f the Park and Recreation Committee be advised to proceed with plans for the location of a neighborhood swimming pool, resulting from the citizens response to the Mayor's Newsletter. Members of the Council concurred with the recommendation of the Mayor and the City Secretary was instructed to write a letter to the Park and Recreation Committee. 1 611 (Page Eight., Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1971) CITY MANAGER'S REPORT FROM COUNCI L COMMUN I CATI ONS 13ii1ll Mr. Griggs reported as follows: CENSUS FCR CITY CF EULESS The United States Census Bureau office report indicates 19,316 from the advance census report for the City of Euless. CLARIFICATION CF ZONING AND RIGHT - OFAIUAY ADJACENT TO CRLALEY PROPERTY Bedford zoning, at the present time, is Single Family Residential zoning along the West boundary of the Crumley tract. This information is from City Manager Bob Blevins. The current Bedford Master Plan projects this to remain single family residence. Mr. Blevins and I w i 11 never predict the outcome of requests for zoning changes, but it is indicated, since other properties to the North located in Bedford have varied from the original future land use, and have been changed from single family to apartments and commercial zoning district, there is a strong possibility that a request for a change to apartments or other use w i I I be submitted in the future. The existing right -of -way width for Westpart Way, North of Pipeline Road, is eighty �,$0) feet. REPORT ON ACTIVITIES CF THE CITY CF EULESS IN THE COUNCIL OF GOM3:RN TENTS A review of past activities as a member of the North Central Texas Counci of Governments verifies that the City of Euless has been very much invo ved in the activities of the-Council of Governments since its inception, and continues to be in its projected programs, several of which are now reaching the end of the planning stage. Some of these involvements are listed as follows: 1. City of Euless Clean Air Ordinance, adopted from model assembled by the Council of Governments. 2. Police Officers' training at the Academy 3• Participation in the Regional Codes Policy Development Committee 4. Review of Dallas -Fort Worth Regional Airport Economic Impact Study provided by the Council of Governments Staff 5 Attendance at workshops on mobile homes and modular homes 6. Joined in the Upper Trinity River Basin Water Quality and Comprehensive Sewage Plan, which fostered our desire to promote the "area concept" 17 (Page Nine, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1971) 7• Received Noise Zone Maps produced through the cooperation of the Council of Governments 8. Council of Governments provided staff work for implementation of Joint Airport Zoning Board. Councilman Douglass expressed appreciation for these reports from the City Manager, which were requested at the last Counc i 1 .meet i ng . XIV. REPORT ON YOUTH ETC PROJECT Councilman Copher stated that the insurance has been obtained for the Youth Etc Organization and plans are to take possession of the house on Sheppard Drive, March 1, 1971. The City Attorney questioned the amount of the insurance and it was agreed that Mr. Copher and Mr. Cribbs should discuss the insurance prior to occupancy of the house. XV. COUNCILM N COPHER REPORTS ON SANITARY LAND FILL Councilman Copher requested the Council's concurrence that the City Engineer study the tract and report on the feasibility of its use. Mr. Copher further stated that it.might be possible to sub -lease to a private operator in return for salvage rights. Members of the Council concurred with Mr. Copher's suggestion. wo RECOMMENDAl1ON FCR AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 194 (DESIGNATING TRUCK ROUTES) City Manager Griggs recommended that an amendment of Ordinance No. 194 (designating truck routes) be submitted for the Council's consideration. Members of the Council concurred with the recommendation and the City Manager was instructed to prepare the amendment. Councilman Copher read a letter from Mr. Manning Grinnan, which stated the City of Euless could use the Fritzgerald property on Fuller -Wiser Road for $35.00 a month, providing the City use the sanitary fill method advocated by the Caterpillar Tractor Company and leave the property in flat and buildable condition when it is no longer needed. Councilman Copher requested the Council's concurrence that the City Engineer study the tract and report on the feasibility of its use. Mr. Copher further stated that it.might be possible to sub -lease to a private operator in return for salvage rights. Members of the Council concurred with Mr. Copher's suggestion. wo RECOMMENDAl1ON FCR AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 194 (DESIGNATING TRUCK ROUTES) City Manager Griggs recommended that an amendment of Ordinance No. 194 (designating truck routes) be submitted for the Council's consideration. Members of the Council concurred with the recommendation and the City Manager was instructed to prepare the amendment. IC (Pape Ten, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February, 23, 1971) XV I I . APPREC IATI ON CF MRS. BETTY POTTHOFF. M I D -C I T I ES DA I LY NEWS REPORTER Mayor Krause expressed appreciation of Mrs. Betty Potthoff's recent newspaper article concerning the need for swimming pools in the City of Euless. The Mayor stated that the article reflected an unbiased opinion. The Council concurred with the recommendation of the Mayor that a letter of appreciation be sent to Mrs. Potthoff (copy to Editor). The City Secretary was instructed to write the letter for the signature o f a l l members of the Council. XVlll. OVERSIZED LINES - EULESS SQUARE, S. H. 183 AND RAIDER DRIVE Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Walter Elliott, Engineer, who requested the Council consider the oversized lines to be extended to Euless Square. He stated that Huffman Construction Company is prepared to begin the project, but cannot order pipe until the Council determines the size. Councilman Shull stated that the Master Plan designates a sixteen inch line in this area and he is of the opinion the Council should follow the Master Plan. Councilman Copher made a motion that a sixteen inch line be authorized and the City will pay for oversizing based on' the recommendation of'the City Engineer. Councilman Wa -rren seconded the motion and -the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Warren, Copher, Douglass, Shull and Wilcox Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. XIX. CITIZEN'S REQUEST CONCERNING WASTE DISPOSAL Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Ed Nelms, a Jaycee representative, who inquired about the Citys' plan for waste disposal He stated that the members of the Euless Jaycees have frequent inquiries about the Citys' plan for waste disposal. 19 (Page Eleven, Minutes of Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, February 23, 1971) Councilman Wilcox stated that a committee is working on a proposed ordinance and the Jaycees w i I I be furnished a copy as soon as it is available. Councilman Wilcox announced that the final decision on garbage c o l l e c t i o n w i l l be up to the citizens. Mr. Nelms inquired about the use of plastic bags. Councilman Wilcox stated plastic bags had been considered; however, they are not being used at the present time, except at the option of individual residents. ADJOURNEMENT adjourned at 9:45 P. M. ATTEST = City Secretary XX. Mayor Krause announced the meeting APPROVED: Mayor ' 20 s