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Home My WebLink About1973-04-2495. Regular Meeting Euless City Council April 24, 1973 CALL TO ORDER Mayor A. C. Krause called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to order at 8 :00 P. M. with the following members present: Councilmen B i l l Dunn, Harold Samuels, Darrel Benson, Harold Copher, and Mrs. W i 11 ie Mae McCormick. (Absent was Councilman Dwayne Wi !cox.) Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Secretary Vada Ferris, City Attorney James Cribbs, and City Engineer B i l l Rat) iff. VISITORS Visitors present were as follows: Messrs. Carl Tyson, June Morrison, W. W. McCormick. .A. .L, Krause, George Barrowcliff, Jimmy Payton, Jerry L. Tims, L. L. Bevill, Troy M. Fuller, L. C. Smith, Jerry Hooks, J. Bennett Leigh, Donald F. Perkins, Rev. Andrew D. Miehls, and Rev. Damian C. Fandal, and Mesdms. June Morrison, A. L. Krause, Albert Krause, Rachel Fuller, Norma Morelock, Terri Morelock, Pansy Robertson, El izabeth Wilcox, Jerry L. Tims, Grace M. Bowers, L. L. Bevil!, and Miss Mary Ann Ingram. INVOCATION Rev.; Damian C. Fandal lead those present in the Lord's Prayer, at the request of Mayor Krause. APPROVAL CF MINUTES Minutes of the regular meeting dated April 10, 1973 and the called meeting of April 14, 1973, were approved as written. ORDINANCE NO. 444 - SECOND AND FINAL•READING: FARINA -PATTERSON DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FCR CHANGE CF ZONING DISTRICT FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "C -2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS .DISTRICT ON 11.53 ACRES; FROM "R -1" .SINGLE FAMILY DWELL I NG DISTRICT TO "R -5" MULTI - FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT ON 30.6 ACRES FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING,DISTRICT TO "L -1" LIMITED INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT ON 50.98 ACRES: AND FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DVVELLING DISTRICT TO' "C -2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT ON 16.02 ACRES. TOTAL REQUEST FCR CHANGE CF ZONING IS 109.184 ACRES. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SERVICE ROAD CF SPUR 350, 650' EAST OF CARTER DRIVE EXTENDING NORTH TO HARWOOD ROAD, L. C.- SMITH, GENERAL MANAGER.) (ZONING CASE NO. 228.) (PUBLIC HEARING HELD MARCH 27. 1973.) 96 (Pape Two, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, April 24, 1973) Councilman Dunn moved to approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 444. Councilman Benson seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Dunn, Benson, Copher, and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. OATH CF OFFICE City Attorney James Cribbs administered the oath of office to Mr. .A. .C. Krause, - Mayor, Mr. Harold Copher, Councilman, Place Two, .and Mrs. Willie Mae McCormi.ck,. Councilwoman, Place Four. F. MAYOR PRO TEM ELECTED Councilman Samuels moved to elect Councilman Harold Copher to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. Councilman Benson seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Samuels, Benson, Dunn, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Abstained: Councilman Harold Copher Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. Iv. DR. JUNE GARRETf PRESENTS DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM Mayor Krause. recognized Mrs. Larsen, who introduced Dr. Garrett, Coordinator of the Drug Abuse Prevention Off.ioe. Dr. Garrett stated her purpose at this meeting is to acquaint the Council with a proposed program for drug abuse education for the Mid - Cities area. She stated she has discussed this program with the area Chiefs of Police, who seem very receptive. This program, as o u t l i n e d , w i l l place several staff members in the Mid - Cities area.for counseling. Replying to a question from Mayor Krause, Dr. Garrett stated Larry Cole is participating in this program. She stated an office in this area w i 1 1 place professional help within reach of families with drug problems - and, maybe, eliminating some of the problems before they become major ones. Replying to a question, Dr. Garrett stated the program is presently funded by the City of Fort Worth, City of Arlington, and Seminary South; that the total cost of the program for the six municipalities proposed to benefit from this program is approximately $51,000.00. 1 97.. (Page Three, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, April 24, 1973) . Mayor Krause suggested that a member of the Council be appointed as a liaison with Dr. Garrett's group and appointed Councilman Bill Dunn to serve in this capacity. (Copy of Memorandum from D r . Garrett on f i l e as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary.) V. REPLAT APPROVAL, LOTS 7 AND 8, BLOCK 5 TRAILVVDOD'ADDITION, SECOND FILING. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON SHENANDOAH DRIVE, 137.1 FEET SOUTH OF TRAILWOOD DRIVE.) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Carl Tyson, who stated he owns Lots 7 and 8 and desires to sell a portion of Lot 8. He stated he is requesting the replat for the prupose of changing the lot 1 ine. Councilman Dunn moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the replat as presented. Councilman Samuels seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Dunn, Samuels, Copher, Benson, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. VI. ORDINANCE NO. 445 - FIRST AND FINAL READING $3,000.00 HOMESTEAD PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FCR PERSONS OVER 65 YEARS OF AGE Councilman Benson moved to suspend the requirement of two separate ordinance readings and approve Ordinance No. 445 on first and final reading. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote i s as f o l lows: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Dunn, Copher, Samuels, and Mrs., MOCorm i ck Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. VI I. RESOLUTION NO. 322 - INDICATING WILLINGNESS TO COMMIT FUNDS FOR PURCHASE OF A HIGH SPEED LAND - LINE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM 98 (Page Four, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, April 24, 12 21) City Manager Griggs reported this communications system w i l l be an improvement of our present system and that he and Chief Sustaire recommend approval of this resolution. Councilman Copher moved to concur with the recommendations of the City Manager and approve Resolution No. 322. Councilman Benson seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Copher, Benson, Dunn, Samuels, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. UIII. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS Mayor Krause read appointments, as follows: Planning and Zoning Commission (Two Year Terms) Mr. Don Perkins Mr.- Herman-Wallace Mr. Bob Pippen Library Board (Two Year Terms) Mrs. W. R. Zieschang Mr. Carl Hankins Mr. Hugh Waite Mrs. Katy Postiewaite for one year to fill vacancy created by resignation of Mr. W. W. McCormick Zoning Board of Adjustments (Two Year Terms) Mr. Wayne Widner Mr. James Banks Mr. Bryan Chick, Alternate Park and Recreation Board Mr. Charles Hunt Mr. John C. Stoltze Mr. Jay H. Theder Mrs. James G r i f f i n Mrs. Jol I y Rawl ings Mr. Harold Copher one year one year one year two years two years two years (Page Five, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, April 24, 1973) C ivi I Service Commission Mr. W. J. Hyde Mr. Ivan Gregory Rev. James McKinney Hospital Authority M r . B i l l Pasteur Mr. Blease Tibbets Mr. Troy Fuller Municipal Court Alternate Judge Mr. Frank Douglass one year Chairman two years three years one year two years three years The members of the Council concurred with the appointments announced by the Mayor. IX. SOUTH EULESS PARK IMPROVEMENTS (DRIVEWAY AND S IDEWALI9 99, Councilman Copher reported that the Park and Recreation Committee requests the Council consider a proposal to the School Board for deeding the north side of the property at the South Euless Elementary School for a driveway to be paved approximately four feet from the north property line and land sufficient for a sidewalk to the south of the driveway. Mr. Copher stated that the School District has indicated a favorable reply if the City w i 11 accept the deed, construct the improvements and assume maintenance. Councilman Copher moved the Mayor be authorized to present this proposal to the School Board as recommended by the Park and Recreation Committee. Councilman Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Copher, Samuels, Dunn, Benson, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. X. MRS. GRACE BOWERS CONCERNING SULPHER BRANCH STORM DRAINAGE Mayor Krause recognized Mrs. Grace Bowers and advised her that he is aware of the drainage problem at Sulpher Branch. However, the City o f Euless must have the approval o f a l l of the property owners on Sulpher Branch before any improvements can be made. Mayor Krause instructed the City Manager and City Engineer to inspect the area adjacent to Mrs. Bower's home in an effort to assist in her problem to an extent, without waiting for the approval o f a l l property owners. 100 (Page Six', Regular Meeting Euless City Council, April 24, 1973) XI. STATUS OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM Councilman Copher inquired about the status of various capital improvements. City Manager Griggs stated that the City w i l l receive bids for sidewalk installation on May 3, 1973 and present them to the Council on May 8, 1973. Under present policy, the Council requires 100% approval of property owners on Hurricane Creek and Sulpher Branch before these improvements can be made and there are some property owners who object t o concrete l i n i n g . Engineering i s i n process t o construct drainage improve- ments in Oakland Estates and w i l l be ready to receive bids in a few weeks. The placement of recreation equipment at Oakwood Elementary is being considered by school authorities. XI I. RESOLUTION NO. 323, REGARDING CITY ENGINEER'S EMPLOYEE AND FIRM SERVING I N PUBLIC WORKS City Attorney James Cribbs read Resolution No. 323 in which the City o f Euless agrees and w i l l save and hold harmless the engineering f i r m o f Knowlton - Ratliff - English - Collins, I n c . and i t s designated employee of and from any claims, damages, awards, attorney's fees or court costs occuring from or arising within the scope and course of such designated employee services to the City as temporary Public Works Director. Councilman Samuels moved to approve Resolution No. 323. Councilman Benson seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Councilmen Samuels, Benson, Copher, Dunn, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None . ADJOURNMENT Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. XIII. The meeting adjourned a t 8:55 P. M. APPROVED: ATTEST: Mayor eaa- City Secretary