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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-05-08101.. Regular Meeting Euless City Council May 8, 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: Messrs. B i l l Dunn, Darrel Benson, Harold Copher, and Mrs. Willie Mae McCormick. (Absent was Mr. Harold Samuels.) - - Also present were City Manager C. J. • Griggs, City Secretary Vada Ferris, and City Attorney's James Cribbs and Bob McFarland. VISITORS Visitors present were as follows: Messrs. Troy M. Fuller, Herschel Hodges, Luther Bernstein, Willie L. Pruit, Bobby W. Lankston, Ed Brister, Frank Douglass, W. W. McCormick, Martin Case, Jr., C. D. David, and Ray Ozebek, and Mesdms. Jack Harris, Ruby Pruit, Helen Bratcher, Judy David, and Debbie Parrish. INVOCATION The invocation was presented by Mr. Darrel Benson. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the regular meeting dated April 24, 1973 were approved as written. PUBLIC HEARING - ZONING CASE NO. 230: REQUEST CF LUTHER J. BERNSTEIN MR CHANGE CF ZONING FILM "C -1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISIRICT TO "C -2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT WITH A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FCR A ROLLER SKATING RINK. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON SOUTH MAIN STREET ADJACENT TO THE SOUTH SIDE CF SPRING VALLEY APARTMENT CONPLD(.) Mayor Krause opened the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 230 and recognized Mr. Troy Fuller. Mr. Fuller advised the Council that his real estate f i r m was contacted by Mr. Luther Bernstein to locate a suitable site in Euless for a roller skating rink. Mr. Fuller stated that due to past experiences of roller skating rinks, particularly one in the City of Euless, he was rather skeptical. However, he and his daughter and some guests visited a roller skating rink owned and operated by Mr. Bernstein in the City of Duncanville. He stated that he was quite impressed with the facility and would not be reluctant to let his daughter skate at this facility. He commented that he also 102 (Page Two, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 8, 1373) visited with several citizens and members of the police department in the City of Duncanville and that one police officer advised him that, to his knowledge, the Police Department had not received a complaint from property owners adjacent to the facility and that he is very impressed with the skating rink in Duncanville. Mr. Fuller stated that he has lived in Euless all of his life and plans to live here the rest of his life, and that he would not want to be responsible for helping to build a facility of this type that he could not be pround of for the City, as well as for .himself. He then introduced Mr. Luther Bernstein. M r . Bernstein stated that he has b u i l t several roller rinks after being a professional skater for several years. He stated that the roller rink he proposes for the City of Euless will be constructed I i ke the one in the City of Duncanville. He stated that there is special lighting with a lower skating area which controls the noise of the skates. He stated that some of the walls are carpeted and there is a separate game area and concession area. He stated that on Friday and Saturday nights there is an off duty officer. Mr. Bernstein read a letter from Mr. Lovell, a minister of a church. in Duncanville praising the Duncanville roller rink after having visited therewith a youth group. The letter read ','the. roller rink provided a clean, wholesorpe atmosphere and he was very impressed by the facility." Mr. Bernstein stated that he does not plan to operate the Euless facility on Wednesday night since there are several churches in the area and he does not want the roller rink activities to interfere with the church activities. Mr. Bernstein passed colored pictures to members of the Council and advised that students are given passes to the roller rink based on their grades after their report cards are submitted to the rink. He commented that a husband and wife with fifteen years of roller rink management experience w i l l manage the Euless ro I l e r ri n k which will have 18,000 square feet and 133 parking spaces. He stated that the outside area is almost entirely paved and that there is a fence on the north and east sides of the rink. Mayor Krause inquired if there were proponents in the audience, and recognized Mr. Hershel Hodges who stated he represents the Spring Valley Apartments. He is in favor of this roller rink which i n h i s o p i n i o n , w i l l give the children of Euless a wholesome recreational facility. Mayor Krause then recognized Mr. Frank Douglass who stated that he is not opposed to the recreational facil ity and that he is of the opinion that the owner is sincere in his remarks, however, that Mr. Bernstein may not own the facility at some future date and that new owners may not operate in the same manner. Mr. Douglass stated that he requests the Council consider an ordinance to govern all recreational facilities which would include roller rinks, dance halls, billard parlors, and any other type of recreational facility. He mentioned several points, as follows: (1) Proper supervision by qualified adults. (2) The building be of permanent type construction (3) All structures must be a certain number of feet from public buildings (schools, churches, etc.) (4) Set certain dates for certain types of entertainment (5) Open to inspection at all times. (6) The management be liable for the operation of the establishment (control of drugs, drinking, smoking, etc.) 103 (Page Three, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 8, 1973) Mr. Douglass stated that, in his opinion, the City of Euless needs this type of f a c i l i t y ; that i t w i l l be good for the community. Mayor Krause inquired if there were any other comments to be made in this case and comments are as follows: Mr. Willie Pruit (lives east of the proposed site) commented that, in his opinion, it would be impossible not to have problems of some type. He stated that this facility will be located close to the City of Fort Worth and he is of the'opinion that there w i l l be problems not only in the City of Euless but problems in the Fort Worth jurisdiction. Mr. Ed Brister, 908 South Main stated that he is opposed to the roller rink. Mr. Bobby Lankston, 910 South Main, stated that he is opposed to the roller rink; that there are serious problems of vandalism in that area now, and that he thinks they will worsen if this facility is there. Mrs. Helen Bratcher stated that she is opposed to the roller rink because of traffic problems, and the probability of more motorcycles in the area; also it is too close to the busy intersection of South Main and Pipeline. A lady who did not give her name stated she is opposed to the roller rink because her mother lives in the area alone and she is concerned about her. Mayor Krause declared the Public Hearing closed and advised Mr. Bernstein that the Council's regular procedure is to consider the case at the next regular meeting. Mayor Krause instructed the City Attorney to study the recommendations by Mr. Douglass and submit a report to the Council. CONSIDER CONSTRUCTION CF SIDEWALKS ALONG PEDESTRIAN ROUTES TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS City Manager Griggs advised the Council that bids were to be accepted on May 3, 1973, for construction of sidewalks, however, there were no bids submitted. He requested the Council approve negotiations to begin construction of sidewalks where the City of Euless has the necessary right -of -way. Mr. Dunn moved to concur with the recommenda- tion of the City Manager. Mr. Copher seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Dunn, Copher, Benson, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 104. (Page Four, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 8, 1973) ENGINEER'S REPORT - TABULATION OF BIDS RECEIVED FOR CONSTRUCT ION CF WATER DISTRIBUTION MAIN FROM NEW WATER TREATMENT PLANT In the absence of Mr. Bill Ratliff, City Manager Griggs submitted bid tabulations prepared by Knowlton - Ratliff -Engl ish- Collins for the Northwest Central Water Feeder Main. The bids were opened on May 3, 1973 and the Consulting Engineer's recommended awarding the contract to the lowest bidder, Tri City Construction Company for $513,084.10. Mr. Copher moved to concur with the recommendation of the City Engineer to the contract to Tri City Construction Company in the amount of $513,084.10. Mr. Dunn seconded the motion'and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Dunn, Benson, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. IV. APPOINTMENTS TO 1973 BOARD OF EQUALIZATION Mayor Krause announced the appointments to the 1973 Board of Equalization: Mr. W. A. Elliott Mr. Vernon Evans Mr. B. R. Nowell Mayor's appointment. Members of the Council concurred with the V. RESOLUTION NO. 324: PHASE OUT EMERGENCY EMPLOYMENT ACT FUNDS No. 324. 324 as presented. i s as follows: Members of the Council reviewed Resolution Mr. Benson moved to approve Resolution No. Mr. Dunn seconded the motion and the vote Ayes: Messrs. Benson, Dunn, Copher, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 105 (Page Five, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 8, 1973) VI. RESOLUTION NO. 325 - CALLING PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST OF PHIL PETERSON FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FRCM "C -1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "C -2" COMMUN ITY BUSINESS DISTRICT WI TH A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT TO OPERATE A COMMERCIAL AMUSEMENT CENTER. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON WEST MIDWAY DRIVE, ADJACENT TO EAST SIDE OF MIDWAY PARK) ZONING CASE NO. 231 Mr. Copher moved to set June 12, 1973 as the date for the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 231. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Mr. Copher, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Benson, and Dunn Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. VII. INDUSTRIAL AREA NAMED "EULESS FORUM" City Manager Griggs reported that as requested by the Planning and Zoning Commission several weeks ago, for naming the industrial section adjacent to the airport property, owners have been contacted and appear to be in favor of identifying the area as "Euless Forum ". Some property owners in the area suggested that portions might be named for relatives or owners of some of the property. Mr. Copher moved to approve the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and name the industrial area, "Euless Forum ". Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Benson, Dunn, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. VIII. LIBRARY BOARD APPOINTMENT Mayor Krause appointed Mrs. David T. Kjell to serve as a member of the Library Board to fill an unexpired term. This term will expire in April, 1974. 106 (Page Six, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 8, 1973) IX. ANNOUNCEMENT CF COMMITTEE TO STUDY MOTORCYCLE TRAFFIC Mayor Krause announced that the City Council w i l l appoint an Ad Hoc Committee to study off and on street motorcycle traffic and present a recommendation to the Council. X. MR. CASE PRESENTS PETITION - REQUESTING STUDY CF DRAINAGE PROBLEMS IN MORRISDALE AREA • Mr. Case was recognized by Mayor Krause who presented the following petition: WHEREAS, there'exists in the Morr'isdale Addition of, the City of Euless a drainage easement known locally as "Pebble Creek "; and WHEREAS, that portion of Pebble Creek from the south face of the bridge at Woodvine Street North to the City boundary belongs to the City of Euless; and WHEREAS, silt and debris washes down from the City's portion of Pebble Creek onto the 'landowners' section of Pebble Creek South of the bridge on Woodvine; and WHEREAS,' the landowners must constantly keep removing said debris and silt, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that we, the undersigned propose to donate to the City of Euless that portion of our property containing the drainage easement known as "Pebble Creek" subject to each landowners approval and under the following conditions: 1. That City of Euless conduct a survey to determine exactly what portion of property each landowner would be donating and that he be advised of such. • 2. That the City of Euless engage a qualified engineer to conduct a study concerning any necessity for widening of the creek in the foreseeable future and that the landowners involved be advised of such. 3. That the City of Euless determine and define the type of drainage improvements proposed to be effected and advise the landowners involved of such. This is not an instrument of conveyance of land, but is a request made to the City of Euless to initiate the foregoing studies and survey. 107... (Page Seven, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 8, 1973) Mayor Krause stated t h a t he w i l l i n s t r u c t M r . B i l l Ratl iff, City Engineer, to work with Mr. Case on this study. XI. REPORT ON PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF DRIVEWAY AT SOUTH EULESS PARK Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Jay Theder, who stated he met with the Hurst - Euless- Bedford School Board. Mr. Theder stated that the School Board agreed to deed thirty (30) feet for a street providing that the street i s a normal size street with curb and gutter and the property has a f i v e (5) foot chain l i n k fence and safety gate and no sidewalk. Also, the property revert to the school should it cease to be used as a street. City Manager Griggs asked why the School Board had decided on a street rather than a driveway and no sidewalk. Mr. Theder stated that the School Board is of the opinion that the street should be the same type street that the School District would have to build if they were required to construct a street. Mr. Theder stated that he is of the opinion t h a t t h i s matter needs f u r t h e r study and he w i l l report to the Park and Recreation Boa rd. City Manager Griggs stated t h a t he w i l l contact the School Superintendent and Mr. Hammonds, Business Manager. Members of the Council concurred that no action will be taken at this time. XI I. COMMENDING ORGANIZATIONS FCR BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT Mr. Copher stated that he +.could 1 ike to commend the ladies in the Trailwood Addition for the beautification program at the entrance to the Trailwood Addition. Mayor Krause instructed the City Secretary to write letters of appreciation to the Trailwood Civic Club and Trailwood Garden Club. ADJOURNMENT XIII. The meeting adjourned at 9:08 P. M. APPROVED: ATTEST , /� .�" w2 C��2it�/ Mayor City Secretary 10.8