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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1973-09-25Regular Meeting Euless City Council September 25, 1973 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order at 8 :05 P. M. in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall by Mayor A. C. Krause. Members present were Mrs. Willie Mae McCormick, Messrs. Bi11 Dunn, Darrel Benson, Harold Samuels, and Harold Copher. Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Secretary Vada Ferris, City Attorney's James Cribbs and Bob McFarland and City Engineer B i l l Ratliff. VISITORS • Visitors present were: Messrs. Tracy Ray, Eldon L. Bolton, C. E. Bright, David Pulliam, Don Perkins, David Agan, Norm Boldt, W. R. Zieschang, Carl Hankins, Martin V. Case, Jr., Rusty Guinn, Gene Flynt, -Jerry Murphy, Noah Cureton, Jay H. Theder, Joseph B. Hornisher, and Andrew Nimes; Mesdms. Debbie Parish, Kay agan, and W. r. Zieschang. INVOCATION The invocation was presented by Mr. Harold Samuels. APPROVAL CF MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting dated September 11, 1973 were approved as written. 1. ' ORDINANCE NO. 1+58: SECOND AND FINAL READING AMENDING EULESS ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 347 CHANGING OFF -STREET PARKING SPACE REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTELS AND HOTELS, ADJUSTING SIDE YARD REQUIREMENTS IN "R -1" SINGLE FAM ILY DWELLING DISTRICTS, AMENDING THE USES PERMITTED IN "C -1" NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DI SIR ICTS , AND CHANGING THE SETBACK REQUIREMENTS AND USES PERMITTED IN "C -2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICTS; AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION CF THE DESCRIPTIVE CAPTION AND PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE final reading of Ordinance No. 458. vote is as follows: Mr. Samuels moved to approve second and Mr. Copher seconded the motion and the 177. 178 (Page Two, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, September 25, 1973) Ayes: Messrs. Samuels, Copher, Benson, Dunn and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 459: SECOND AND FINAL READING GRANTING TO GENERAL TELEPHONE COMPANY CF THE SOUTHWEST THE RIGHT TO OPERATE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF EULESS, TEXAS, IN THAT AREA CF EULESS LOCATED WITHIN THE BOUNDARY LIMITS CF THE DALLAS -FORT WORTH REGIONAL AIRPORT final reading of Ordinance No. 1+59• vote is as follows: Mr. Copher moved to approve second and Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Benson, Dunn, Samuels, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: ,None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. PERMIT GRANTED TO CONSTRUCT A METAL BUILDING AT 902 HEATHER DRIVE - QUICK-WAY STAMPING Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Tracy Ray, requesting a permit to construct a metal building to be used by Quick -Way Stamping Company as a coffee room for their employees. Mr. Ray stated that this building will have a baked enamel finish and will serve as a temporary facility. Mr. Copher moved to approve a temporary permit for one year for a metal building with baked .enamel finish. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Copher, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Benson, Dunn and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. The Council agreed that this matter would be reviewed at the expiration of the'annual permit. 179., (Page Three, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, September 25, 1973) . FINAL PLAT: PILGRIM PARK ADDITION. PROPERTY LOCATED ON NORTH SIDE CF SH 183 EAST CF WILSHIRE SHOPPING CENTER Mayor Krause recognized Mr. David Pulliam, representative of Carter and Burgess. . Members.of'the Counci 1 reviewed the plat and the City Engineer's letter dated September 18, 1.973 as follows: "2 -855, City of Euless, Pilgrim Park "Addition 1 No profiles are shown for -storm drain facilit -ies and we are unable to determine whether proper grade is available from the various inlet lines, nor are we able to adequately determine cover over the pipe. W feel that we must have the plan profiles in order to properly review these drainage proposals. In addition, a previous drainage plan submitted on the property to the West indicated a 51 -inch pipe, where this plan indicates a 36 -inch pipe. This discrepancy leads us to believe there is some doubt as to-the volume of runoff to be expected, and we would suggest the two Engineers discuss this matter to resolve the quantity of runoff which we might need to prepare for. 2. Oi the water layout, there is a fire hydrant which is shown to be on the far East side of the property, which appears to be inaccessible to fire fighting equipment. Also, no valving is shown on the 6 -inch system within the property, and we would recommend valves be placed in order that maintenance can be provided on the hydrants and on the piping in the future." Mr. Ratliff advised the Council that new plans have been submitted. However, he has not had the opportunity to study them at this time.- Mr. Pulliam stated that the developers have agreed to comply with the Engineer's request stated in the letter. Mrs. McCormick moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the plat subject to approval by the City's Consulting Engineers. Mr. Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Samuels, Benson, Dunn, and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. 180 (Page Four, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 25, 1973) 1973 -74 ANNUAL BUDGET v. EXPRESS ION CF APPREC IAT ION Mayor Krause stated that Mr. Griggs, City Manager; had worked very diligently and capably on the proposed budget and he recommends a vote of thanks to, the City Manager. Mr. Copher moved to express thanks and appreciation to Mr. Griggs for his preparation of the 1973 -74 annual budget. Mr. Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs.,Samuels, Benson, Dunn, and Copher Nays: .None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING t973-74 ANNUAL BUDGET Mayor Krause opened the Public Hearing on the 1973-74 annual budget. It was reviewed as follows: "Original anticipation of assessed valuation Present anticipation of assessed valuation Difference Notable Highlights: $110,000,000 138,000,000 $ 28,000,000 1. Continue salary adjustment within established guidelines and policy. . 2. Improve maintenance, replacement and additions to vehicles and equipment. 3. Create 6, position vacancies i n Pol ice Department. Total now 28 (which includes 2 previously funded by E.E.A.). Projected 34. 4. Fire Department: add 10 positions to present 14 (2 .were E.E.A. funds now discontinued). Projected 24 5, Parks and Recreation: Full -time Director. Additional labor and equipment. (Note: 1972 -73 estimate $200, 144 Board and Department request 1973 -74 265,193 After internal conferences 216,380 Can not add approximately. 25,000 Estimated Total $241,380 It was pointed out that the new budget w i 1 1 increase our Police Department to 34 members and our Fire Department 181. (Page Five, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, September 25, 1973) to 24 members and the budget also includes a position for an Assistant to the City Manager. Mayor Krause inqui red if there were opponents or proponents. He recognized Mr. Carl Hankins who inquired about the Library.Budget. Mr. Griggs advised that the Library budget estimate for the 1973-74 fiscal year is $63,000 and the estimate for the 1972-73 budget is $56,500. The new budget includes additional part time help. . ORDINANCE NO. 460: FIRST AND FINAL READING, 1 _973 -74 ANNUAL BUDGET Mr. Dunn moved to suspend the requirement for two separate ordinance readings and approve Ordinance No. 460 on first and final reading. Mr. Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Dunn, Samuels, Copher, Benson, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. VI. MR. MARTIN CASE: DISCUSSION CF DRAINAGE SULPHUR BRANCH IN MORRISDALE Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Case who resides at 1306 Shady Creek Drive. Mr. Case stated that he is very concerned about the condition of Sulphur Branch; that the silt continues to build up which creates a serious flooding problem. Mr. Case commented that perhaps the solution is to concrete line the remainder of the channel (a portion of the channel was concrete lined several years ago.) Mr. Case stated that several people do not want the sides of the - channel concreted. Mr. Ratliff stated that a concrete liner could be placed on the bottom of the channel and would help but it would not prevent the willows and other growth on the sides of the channel. He stated that one thing that would be most helpful in eliminating this problem would be to get rid of the bridge on Bluebonnet Drive and concrete line the bottom of the channel. However, this presents a problem since the bridge on Bleubonnet Drive is located in the City of, :Hurst. Mr. Case stated that he is of the opinion that the majority of the people involved will give an easement for improvement to the bottom of the channel but not to the sides of the channel. Mr. Ratliff stated that the City would have to have all of the easements, sides and bottom, in order for equipment to be placed into the channel to do the necessary work. Replying to a question by a member of the - Council, Mr. Ratliff stated that he could not give a cost figure at this time to concrete the bottom only. (Page Six, Regular Meeting Euless City Council September 25, 1973) Mr. Cribbs suggested that Mr. Case acquire signatures from t h e persons involved t h a t they w i l l give the necessary easements to the City and that Mr. Case request the City install a concrete bottom and, that at some future date, in a future bond program, the sides might be concrete lined, but it w i 1 I be necessary to have easements from all property owners fo r both bottom and sides of the channel. ' Mr. Copher stated that the City bond program al located $150,000 fo r th is improvement. Mr. Samuels suggested the City of Euless pursue the matter of the bridge on Bluebonnet Drive with the City of Hurst It was agreed that if the necessary easements can be obtained the City wi I consider a concrete bottom in the channel. Mr. Copher moved that .the City agree to participate in the channel improvements as follows: (1) (2) (3) cost not to exceed $150,000 easements and agreements acqui red from al 1 property owners to meet Engineer's requirements releases obtained from property owners concerning possible damages to swimming pools, trees, fences, etc. Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Benson, Dunn, Samuels, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. The Couincil concurred that Mayor Krause should proceed with negotiations concerning the Bluebonnet Drive bridge located in the City of Hurst. CITY ENGINEERS' REPORT VII. (OAKLAND ESTATES, TRA I L\AO D ADDITION AND MORRISDACE DRAINAGE Mr. Ratliff advised the Council that the Engineer's are advertising for bids within the next few days for Oakland Estates, Trailwood, and Morrisdale drainage projects. Mr. Griggs advised the Council that the City has been unable to obtain an easement from Mrs. Wooten whose property is located in Oakland Estates. Mr. Copher suggested the Euless City Attorney contact her attorney in an effort to work out an agreement concerning I this easement.' 183 (Pape Seven, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, September 25, 1973) Mr. Copher moved to authorize the City to advertise fo r bids fo r the Oakland Estates, Trailwood, and Morrisdale drainage projects and delete Mrs. Wootens property if the necessary easement is not obtained. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Copher, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Benson, Dunn, and Samuels Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. KOEN LANE DRAINAGE PROJECT Mr. Ratliff stated that the Council had been provided a cost estimate and drawing to the Koen Lane drainage project. Members of the Council discussed the possibility of including the Koen Lane project in with the other drainage project bids. Mrs. McCormick moved that the Engineer's include the Koen Lane drainage project with the Oakland Estates, Trailwood, and Morrisdale drainage projects. Mr. Dunn seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Dunn, Benson, Samuels, and Copher Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. Mr. Dunn expressed his appreciation to Mr. Cureton who resides at 724 Koen Lane for his patience and attitude in this matter. DRAINAGE P R O J E C T S I N THE AREA OF KYNETTE, SIERRA AND WILSHIRE PARK Mr. Ratliff advised the Council that his fi r m is studying these areas and will have a report available in the near future. CONSTRUCTION OF 24 INCH V\AATER MAIN Work is progressing and no material shortages have been experienced to date. 184 (Page Eight, Regular Meeting Euless City Council , September 25, 1973) CITY ATTORNEYS REPORT VIII. "C -2" ZONING DISTRICT HEIGHT RESTRICTION; PROPOSED CHANGES TO REGULATIONS GOVERNING SIGNS , BEACONS , FLASHING AND ROTATING LIGHTS The City Attorney was instructed to work with the Planning and Zoning Commission on these two items and report to the City Council. ORDINANCE NO. 461: CONFIRMING CHANGES IN TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY CONTRACT FCR WASTEWATER DISPOSAL Mr. Samuels moved to suspend the requirement for two separate ordinance readings and approve Ordinance No. 461 on first and final reading. Mr. Dunn seconded the motion and the vote is as follows:' Ayes: Messrs. Samuels, Dunn, Copher, Benson, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. AVIGATION EASEMENTS FOR FUTURE PLATS AND ZONE CHANGES The Council instructed the City Attorney to prepare avigation easement forms to be appl ied on al 1 future developments. IX. APPOINT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT FCR 1972 -73 ANNUAL AUD PP Mr. Copher moved to concur with the recommendation of the City Manager to appoint Arthur Young & Company as Certified Public Accountants for the 1972 -73 annual audit. Mr. Benson seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Benson, Samuels, Dunn and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. X. REPORT CF CONSTRUCTION ON HIGHWAY 360 Mayor Krause reported that he had visited 185 (Page Nine, Regular Meeting, Euless City Counci 1 , September 25, 1973) the Texas Highway Department Regional Offices recently and had been advised t h a t Highway 360 w i l l be in a state of construction for the next two or three years. He also reported that the signal light at Harwood and Highway 157 should be completed approximately November 1. REPORT ON SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION Replying to a question, City Manager reported that there are several firms who are considering negotiations with the City on construction of sidewalks. XII. BIBLE STUDY MEETINGS Mr. Dunn invited those present to attend a Business Men's Bible discussion held each Wednesday morning in the Conference Room of City Hall. XIII. HURRICANE CREEK DRAINAGE Mayor Krause recognized Mr. David Agan, 411 Westcliff, who stated that in July 1972, he wrote a letter to City Manager Griggs concerning the portion of Hurricane Creek, which is not lined, and is a flood hazard. Mr. Agan inquired what steps should be taken now to get this project underway. The City Manager advised Mr. Agan that the City's existing policy requires that 100 %of the property owners involved must agree to the project. Mr. Agan stated that at this time he has approximately 80% concurrance and that several of the persons who objected a year ago have moved and he is reasonably certain that he can obtain the other necessary signatures. He was advised that the City Council wi I I give consideration to improvements of the channel when 100% of the property owners involved have signed their agreement to furnish the necessary easements. XIV. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:35 P. M. APPROVED: ATTEST: Mayor City Secretary 186