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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-06-26119 . Regular Meeting Euless City Council June 26, 1973 CALL TO ORDER Mr. Harold Samuels called the regular meeting of the Euless City Council to order in the City Hall Council Room at 8:05 P. M. with the following members present: Mrs. Willie Mae McCormick, Messrs. B i l l Dunn, Darrel Benson, and Harold Copher. (Absent was Mayor A. C. Krause). Also present were City Secretary Vada Ferris and City Attorney James Cribbs. VISITORS Visitors present were as follows: Messrs. Bob Bagley, Bryan G. Chick, Jr., H. E. Bratton, Norm Boldt, Lowry David- son, Cullen Clampitt, Phil Peterson, L. R. Massey, Walter Elliott, Aaron Rashti, H. L. Mayhugh, and Don Perkins. INVOCATION The invocation was presented by Mr. James Cribbs. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of the regular meeting dated June 12, 1973 were approved as written. CONSIDER FIRST READING CF ORDINANCE FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "C -1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "C -2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT WITH 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) REQUESTED BY MR. PHIL PETERSON. (PUBLIC HEARING HFI n JUNE 12, 1973) Mr. Samuels stated that the City Council does not like to act on zoning matters with several members absent. Therefore, he recommends Zoning Case No. 231 be considered at a later date. Mr. Dunn moved to table Zoning Case No. 231 until the next regularly scheduled Council meeting. Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Dunn, Benson and Samuels and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mr. Samuels declared the motion carried. 120 (Page Two, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, June 26, 1973) CONSIDER REQUEST FCR CERTIFICATE CF OCCUPANCY - AUTO STORAGE ADJACENT TO 316 NORTH MAIN STREET - MR. H. E. BRATTON M r . Samuels recognized M r . Davidson , who stated he is representing Mr. H. E. Bratton, the applicant in this, case,. Mr, Davidson stated Mr. Bratton requests approval of a Certificate of Occupancy to operate an auto storage facility adjacent to 316 North Main Street (Fina Service Station). He stated that Mr. Bratton operates the Fina Station and has cleared and graveled the lot in preparation for the auto storage. He stated that Mr. Bratton does not plan to dismantle the vehicles, but merely .hold them in storage and that he will install a visual screen around the facility if the Council so desires. Mr. Davidson stated that Mr. Bratton is agreeable to a time limit for the period cars will remain in the storage yard. Mr. Cribbs inquired if Mr.. Bratton's intention is to store cars for the City and wi l l these be damaged cars. Mr. Bratton answered affirmatively, s t a t i n g that cars involved i n accidents w i l l be placed there on a term basis. Replying t o a question by M r . Samuels, M r . Bratton stated that he w i l l be operating a wrecker service. The City Attorney stated that the City Manager has advised that this request is not consistent with the City's Zoning Ordinance; that in order to operate such a facility, the property should be zoned "L -1" Industi -ia1. City Attorney Cribbs suggested that this item be tabled to allow the City Attorney the opportunity to' discuss this request with the City Manager and M r . Davidson; and he w i l l make a recommendation to the Council at the next meeting. Mr. Benson moved to concur with the City Attorney to table this item, pending investigation and report by the City Attorney. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Benson, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Dunn and Samuels. Nays: None Mr. Samuels declared the motion carried. City Attorney James Cribbs advised Mr. Davidson that -he w i l l contact him within the next few days to discuss this matter further. PLAT APPROVAL: LOT 27-A, BLOCK C, SOMERSET PLACE ADDITION, FCR THE PURPOSE CF CONSTRUCTING A DAILY QUEEN. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH- EAST CORNER CF NORTH MAIN STREET AND EAST MIDWAY DRIVE.) MR. WALTER ELLIOTT, ENGINEER Mr. Samuels recognized Mr. Walter Elliott, 121.. (Page Three, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, June 26, 1973) who stated that he is requesting plat approval on Lot 27 -A, Block C, Somerset Place Addition for the purpose of constructing a Dairy Queen. Mr. Dunn moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the plat as submitted. Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the vote i s as f o I lows: Ayes: Messrs. Dunn, Benson, and Samuels and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mr. Samuels declared the motion carried. IV. PLAT APPROVAL: TRACT 1, A. M. DOWNING SURVEY, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING A PIZZA INN. (PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE CF SH183 AND WEST CF SERVICE STATION AT WESTERN HILLS INN.) MR. AARON RASHTI Mr. Samuels recognized Mr. Walter Elliott, representing Mr. Aaron Rashti, who stated he is requesting plat approval for the purpose of constructing a Pizza Inn on property located on the North side of SH183 and west of the service station at Western Hills Inn. Members of the Council reviewed the plat and discussed the City Engineer's letter dated June 13, 1973. City Attorney James Cribbs recommended a change in wording on the plat to designate dedication for public use to the City of•Euless. Mr. E l l i ott and Mr. Rashti agreed to the recommendation of the City Attorney. Mrs. McCormick moved to concur with the Planning -and Zoning Commission and approve the plat subject to the compliance with the City Engineer's letter and the amendment recommended by the City Attorney. Mr. Dunn seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick and Messrs. Dunn, Benson and Samuels Nays: None Mr. Samuels declared the motion carried. Mr. Elliott agreed to submit an amended plat. 122 (Page Four, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, June 26, 1973) V. REPORT ON PROPOSED DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM - COUNCILMAN BILL DUNN Councilman B i 1 1 Dunn reported that, at the request of the Mayor, he has investigated the Drug Abuse Program suggested by Dr. Garrett several weeks ago. Mr. Dunn presented a written report to the Mayor and Counci lmen•on the subject o f Drug Abuse. (copy of report on f i l e as Council Exhibit in Office of City Secretary). Basically, Mr. Dunn's report recommends establishing, by Ordinancq a nine (9) member Drug Abuse Council from amoung the Euless citizenry. Mr. Dunn stated that he is of the opinion that the Council has a responsibility in this•area and that 'his recommendation is that the Council have a means to deal with the problems, not only drugs, but alcoholism, etc. Mr. Dunn reviewed the written report and commented that our Police Department has a very effective community service program. - Members of the Council discussed the report and replying to a question by Mr. Benson, Mr. Dunn stated that, in his opinion, the person from the School District does not necessarily have to be a School Board member, but someone knowledgable of the problems. - Mr. Don Perkins, a visitor, suggested that the program'be expanded to include areas other than drugs; that ,'perhaps a different name such as Human Relations Council might be more effective. Mrs. McCormick stated that she has discussed the drug abuse program with several members of the Fort Worth Police Department and that they are very'impressed with Dr. Garrett's program. She stated they find, in many instances, people are inclined to discuss their problems with a civilian rather than a member of the Police Department. Mr. Dunn stated that he is not in opposition to the program offered by Dr. Garrett, but he does think that the City Council should attempt to get a-council of citizens to work on this project. Mr. Benson asked if Mr. Dunn had considered a Hurst - Euless- Bedford council; that in his opinion, more professional people would be available if the program i included persons from the HEB area. Mr. Dunn stated he would like for this report to be submitted to the Hurst - Euless- Bedford Schools, City of Hurst, and City of Bedford, and asked for opinions and comments. The City Secretary was instructed to send letters of appreciation to the various persons who assisted Mr. Dunn in the work on his report. Mr. Samuels suggested that copies of the report be sent to the Hurst- Euless- Bedford School Board President and the other agencies mentioned and that the Council concentrate on the names of persons who might serve on this council -- the City Attorney should work on an Ordinance as suggested in Mr. Dunn's report. Also that a copy should be furnished to Mr. Kirchoffer, the HEB Hospital Administrator. 123 (Page Five, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, June 26, 1973) Councilman Copher arrived at this time. Mr. Samuels expressed appreciation to Mr. Dunn for his work on this report and stated that, in his opinion, the citizens in this area and. other entities should have a chance to participate. M r . Samuels stated that t h i s matter w i l l be discussed again when Mr. Dunn has a further report. VI. RESOLUTION NO. 327: AUTHORIZING THE NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS TO PURCHASE LAN ENFORCEMENT RADIO COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT PHASE I (INTERCITY) I N BEHALF CF THE CITY CF EULESS, TEXAS Mr. Samuels stated that Director of Public Safety, W. M. Sustaire, and City Manager C. J. Griggs, recommend approval of this Resolution. (The cost for the City of Euless is $2,436.00) Mr. Dunn moved to approve Resolution No. 327. Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the vote i s as f o I lows: Ayes: Messrs. Dunn, Benson, Copher, aid Samuels and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mr. Samuels declared the motion carried. VII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P. M. APPROVED: Mayor ATTEST : /Zdai 1.1/2„/ City Secretary 12.4