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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-05-14Regular Meeting Euless City Council May 14, 1974 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order at 8 :20 P. M. in the Council Chamber of Euless City Hall by Mayor A. C . Krause. Members present were Mrs. W i l l i e Mae McCormick; Messrs. Harold Samuels, Harold Copher and Wayne Wright. (Absent was Mr. Darrel Benson.) Also present were City Manager C. J. Griggs, City Secretary Vada Ferris, City Attorney Bob McFarland and C i t y Engineer B i l l Ratliff. VISITORS Visitors present were as follows: Messrs. Don Perkins, Kenneth Taylor, J . M. Baggett, B i l l Trussell, Gordon Polk, Ronnie Pierce, C. C. Nichols, Walter E. Elliott, Elvin Tackett and Dwayne Wilcox; Mesdms. Debbie Parish and Barbara Polk. INVOCATION The invocation was presented by Mr. Wayne Wright. APPROVAL CF MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting dated April 23, 1974, were approved as written. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE REZONING FROM "R-1" TO "C -2" ON PROPOSED TRACTS 1, 2, & 5 AND "SP" SPECIFIC USE FCR ONE FAMILY DV\ElLI NG ATTACHED (TOWNHOUSES) ON PROPOSED TRACT 3 & 4 REQUESTED BY MR. H. K. HUIE, ZONING CASE NO, 238. Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Huie who advised the Council that on May 7, he had presented his revised plan of the project for his property located east of Huntington Addition and south of S. H. 183. Mr. Huie stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended t o approve Zoning Case No. 238 as o u t l i n e d on h i s en- closed plan on a diagonal setback from the south right -of -way l i n e diagonally across Huntington Drive to a point 25' of right -of -way of Alexander. Mr. Huie stated he would answer any question the Council might have on this case. A citizen in the audience inquired if the plan had been changed from the plan presented to the Council on April 23. 68 (Pape Two, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) Mr. Huie stated that it had been changed and pointed out the various changes on a map. Another citizen expressed concern about the streets in the area and was advised by the City Attorney that before any streets were cut through in the area the developer w i l l have to appear before the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Council; that, at this time, the request is to rezone the property. Mrs. McCormick moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning,and Zoning Commission and approve the project a,s presented by Mr. Huie on May. 7. Mr. Wright' seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Mr. Wright and Mr. Samuels Nays:., None , . Absta,i.ped: Mr. Copher Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. (Mr. Copher abstained because he owns property in the vicinity of the property in question.) PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING CF ORDINANCE - ZONING CASE NO. 241 - REQUEST CF JOHNSON -CAMPBELL LUMBER, , COMPANY FCR CHANGE CF ZONING FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT 10 "PD" PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR WAREHOUSE SPACE FZ�R \AMOI FSAI F fISTRIRI (TORS S F R \/ I C F CONTRACTORS AND SIMILAR TYPE BUSINESSES AND SOME SMALL ANIOJ\JT CF RETAIL SPACE. (PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH CF SPUR 350, NORTH CF CONTINENTAL V I LLA APARTMENTS, AND VEST CF PARK C RESTMOOR ADD IT ION. ) Mayor Krause opened the Public Hearing on Zoning Case No. 241 and recognized Mr. Dwayne Wilcox who stated he is representing Johnson-Campbell Lumber Company in Zoning Case No. 241. Mr. Wilcox stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission held a Public Hearing on April 16, 1974 and reviewed this request' in dept'h. He advised the Council that the application for Planned Development is for warWhouse space for wholesale distributors, service contractors and similar type businesses and some small amount of retail space. He stated that parking space requirements have been met and that a six foot (6') screening fence with locked gates will be installed on Westward Way and Park Drive with only the owner and the Fire Marshall having keys; will have a shielded lighting area; that there will be twelve (12) single story buildings for commercial warehouse use for storage of non - obnoxious items. He stated (Page Three, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) that his clients consider this as the best use for the land as it is too expensive fo r residential, and unaccessible fo r commercial and the only alternative is this Planned Development zoning or apartment zoning and apartment zoning would over populate the area, make excessive traffic on the residential streets, require a I I city services and overload the schools, whereas the planned development zoning is good planning and will give maximum tax dollar with minimum traffic congestion. Replying-to a question by Mr. Copher, Mr. Wilcox stated that his client has agreed to make certain changes to the layout to meet the request by the Euless Fire Department, specifically eliminating several parking spaces suggested by the Fire Marshall. Mr. Wilcox advised the Council that the items recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission on A p r i l 1 6 , 1974 have been worked o u t w i t h h i s client and the City's representative. He stated that his client is prepared to begin construction as soon as the Council approves the rezoning. He further stated that he requests the Council's consideration of this zoning request before June 11, in order for his client to present a plot plan to the Planning and _Zoning Commission. Replying to a question, Mr. Wilcox stated there w i l l be no rooftop signs. Mayor Krause inquired if there were proponents. There being none, he inquired if there were opponents and recognized Mr. John Baggett, 202 South Sheppard, who requested the Council to require an eight foot (8') fence instead of the six foot (6') fence. He also inquired if there would be no parking on Windward Way. He was advised that parking would be allowed on Windward VVay near his home, that this has not been designated a fire lane. Mr. Wilcox stated that the six foot (6') fence meets the City's requirement and that he feels an eight foot (8') fence would be very unattractive. Mr. Baggett stated that he requests the higher fence because of the noise problem. Mayor Krause recognized M r . B i l l Trussell 205 Windward Way, who stated that the citizens in the area are subject to a lot of noise from the highway and that he would 1 ike to .know i f the owners of this property plan to plant trees to help eliminate additional noise. Mr. Wilcox stated that Johnson-Campbell Lumber Company has outlined that the people adjacent to this project may tie onto the six foot (6') fence to be constructed around the project, which would allow two (2) additional feet for each property owner and that if they wish, they can plant trees on this two (2) foot easement. However, it would be the property owners responsibi 1 icty to maintain this two (2') feet. Mr. Trussell stated that he has received a letter from the Park and Recreation Board stating that the Park Master Plan shows a 3.66 acre proposed park in this area. 70 (Page Four, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) Mayor Krause stated that this park plan has not been approved, i t is merely a recommendation. Mr. Copher moved to approve first reading of Ordinance rezoning this property as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Copher, Mrs, McCormick, Mr. Samuels and Mr. Wright 'Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. (Second reading of this ordinance wi I I be considered at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting.) PLAT REVISION: TRACTS 23. 22 AND 22A, SOTOGRANDE S U B D I V I S ION (TRACT 23 LOCATED ON THE VEST SIDE CF EL CAMINO REAL AND TRACTS 22 and 22A LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE CF EL CAMINO REAL, SOUTH SIDE CF PIPELINE ROAD.) Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Walter - Elliott, who stated he would answer any questions of the City Council. Mr. Elliott stated that this plat revision is requested in order to build three additional tennis courts and a Pro Shop. He stated that his client has met a l l of the requirements of the Euless Fire Department. Mr. Samuels moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the plat revision as submitted. Mr. Wright seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Samuels, Wright and Copher and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. I V. ORDINANCE NO, 469: FIRST AND FINAL READING REGULATING THE DISCHARGE OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE INTO THE SANITARY SEWERAGE SYSTEM CF THE CITY CF EULESS, (THIS IS 10 COMPLY WITH TERMS CF OUR CONTRACT WITH TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY.) Mr. Griggs reviewed the proposed ordinance and advised the Council that this ordinance is necessary to meet the requirements 71 (Pape Five, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) specified by the Environmental Protection Agency and he recommends the Council pass this ordinance on first and final reading, Mrs. McCormick moved to suspend the requirement for two separate ordinance readings and pass Ordinance No. 469 on first and final reading. Mr. Copher seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick; Messrs. Copher, Samuels and Wright Nays: None C 1 TY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. V. PROPOSED JAYCEES TRASH RECEPTACLE AND ADVERTISING PROJECT Mr. McFarland reported that he has written a letter to the Euless Jaycees advising that their request does not meet the City's standards for advertising on the trash receptacles. He stated that he has not had a comment from the Jaycees. METRO -PLEX CAB COMPANY REQUEST FOR CERTIFICATE OF CONVENIENCE Mr. McFarland explained that the Metro - Plex Cab Company has met all City requirements and that if the Council chooses to approve this request, a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity must be executed. Replying to a question, Mr. McFarland advised that Mr. Hammonds, owner of Metro -Plex Cab Company, has agreed to pay the City $125.00 annually and agreed that the City Manager shall have available to him the records of the Cab Company to determine when an increase in the licenses and a p p l i c a t i o n fees and a l l other fees determined are assessed by the City of Euless. Mr: Copher moved to approve the Certificate of Convenience and Necessity authorizing Forrest Hammonds to operate taxi cabs within the City limits of the City of Euless. Mr. Samuels seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Copher, Samuels, Wright and Mss. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the mot'i'on carried. 72 (Page Six, Regular Meeting Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT VI: STATUS OF STUDY AND RECOMMENDATION OF SULPHUR BRANCH (BLUEBONNET DR IVE IN HURST) . Mr. Ratliff stated that he has written a letter to the Council on this project which he feels is self - explanatory. He stated there are two available alternatives: (1) Construct additional culvert opening, leaving the road and roadway width in it's present condition, and (2) Demolition of the existing structure and replacement with one of adequate flow capacity which would also be of a width compatable with Hurst's plans for Bluebonnet Drive. Mr. Griggs stated that he feels that if the City of Euless and the City of Hurst can work something out on t h i s project that it w i l l help stop the extensive flooding. Members of the Council agreed that alternative number two proposed by Mr. Ratliff seems to be the best approach and the City Manager and City Engineer were instructed to continue their efforts with the City of Hurst on this matter. Mr. Ratliff stated that the bridge is most important i n t h i s project but that t h i s w i l l not stop a l l of the problems. However, it will definitely help. Mayor Krause stated that Mr. Dick Lewis has stated that as soon as the rainy weather is over, the County w i l l send someone out in an effort to clean out the drainage channel and this wi l l help temporarily. Mayor Krause stated that he w i l l attempt to arrange a meeting of the Hurst city officials who plan to attend the Texas Municipal League's meeting in Corpus Christi to discuss this matter in an effort to come up with a solution. TRINITY RIVER AUTHORITY EXTENSION CF LITTLE BEAR CREEK INTERCEPTOR SEWER Members of the Council reviewed a letter dated May 2, 1974, from Mr. R a t I i ff in which he advises the City of Euless, Bedford, Colleyville, and North Richland Hills took a combined position regarding the construction of a sewage treatment plant in Keller on Little Bear Creek recently at a Texas Water Quality Board hearing. The position presented for these four cities was that any substantial capital should be contributed toward the construction of the Little Bear Creek sewer, rather than toward a treatment plant upstream of these four cities. To make such a program feasible the c i t i e s involved w i l l need to secure a portion of the financing for this sewer. He stated that the cost for the City of Euless w i l l be $50,000.00. 73 (Page Seven, Regular Meeting, Euless 'City Council, May 14, 1971+) Mr. Copher stated that he feels that the city should participate now. Mr. Ratliff advised that if the cities agreed to participation at this time, the project would be complete in about one and one -half (12) years, but if the cities propose to use Federal funds, i t would be probably four (4) years. Mr. Ratliff stated that the Trinity River Authority will maintain the line. Mayor Krause stated that if the City of Euless participates in this project, he wants this Council to pass the necessary provisions for reimbursement of the cities pro rata share of the costof this line. He stated that several years ago the Council had considered an agreement for acreage pro rata cost and the proposal had been tabled. . The City Secretary was instructed to send a copy of the proposal considered several years ago for the City of Euless to be reimbursed for its pro rata share of these sewer projects to each member of the Council and that the members study these materials and the City Secretary was instructed to place this item on'the next Counc i 1 agenda . Mr. Samuels stated that he requests that Mrs. McCormick announce at the next Trinity River Authority meeting that the City of Euless has already spent 12 million dollars .to get this sewer line where it is now. Mr. Copher moved that the City of Euless participate in the construction of the Little Bear Creek sewer line with the stipulation that the City Council will adopt an ordinance to be reimbursed for participation, in this line and also the costs of other major sewer installations. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Copher, Mrs. McCormick, Mr. Wright and Mrs. Samuels Nays: None Mayor Krause declared the motion carried. PEN OAK CCURT Mr. Rat,l iff informed the Council he has checked the Pen Oak Court drainage and discovered a complete blockage; that the City Public Works Director was notified on April 25 and the City Engineer recommends that it be cleared immediately so that any rainfall in the next few days would not cause damage to the property. Mr. Ratliff stated that his letter dated April 26, 1974 advised the Council that the Engineer would inspect the pipe as soon as the blockage is cleared to ascertain if there is a problem in the storm drain. 74 (Page Eight, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) . VII WATER RATE ADJUSTMENT DISCUSSED Mr. Copher inquired about a water rate adjustment and was advised by the City Manager that he and Mr. Blevins, City Manager of Bedford, and Mr. Ratl iff have discussed these rates and would like to .hold the rates as proposed by the City of Bedford. Mr. Griggs stated that he would, with the Council's permission, present a new rate at the next regularly scheduled meeting. Mr. Copher stated that, i n his opinion, the City of Euless should stay with the Bedford rates. VIII. APPOINTMENT OF OFFICIAL VOTING REPRESENTATIVE TO NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS FOR 1974 -75 Mayor Krause stated that he has been serving as the City's voting representative to the North Central Texas Council of Governments and with the Council's permission'will continue to do so. Mr. Samuels advised that the Council has discussed this previously and agreed that Mayor Krause should continue to serve .as the City's voting representative. Ix. APPOINTMENTS TO CITY BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Mr. Samuels advised that the Council members had reviewed the l i s t of Boards and Commissions to consider appointments and submit the f o l l o w i n g l i s t of persons to serve on various Boards and Commissions: LIBRARY BOARD Mrs. Buddy Ragley Mrs. Troy F u l l e r Mrs. Iva Starnes 1974 -1976 1974 -1976 1974 -1976 (These appointees replace Mrs. Bernard Mathews, Mrs. David Kj e I I , and Mrs. George Barrowcl iff) ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Mr. Carroll Davis Mr. George Winter Mr. Jerre!! Sartor Mr. Lucian Holmes 1974 -1976 1974 -1976 1974 -1976 1974 -1975 ( M r . Holmes f i l l s the unexpired term of Mr. Wayne Widner; Mr. Winter replaces Mr. Thomas Rowland) (Page Nine, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1974) HOSPITAL AUTHORITY Mrs. George Cohil 1 M r . B i l l Pasteur Mr. Blease Tibbets 1974 -1976 1974 -1975 1974 -1976 FORT lACREH CHAMBER CF COMMERCE METROPOLITAN HIGHWAYS COMMITTEE Mr. Wayne Wright REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Mr. Wayne Wright COUNCIL CF SOCIAL CONCERNS (Representative from the City Council) Mr. Harold Samuels JOINT AIRPORT ZONING BOARD Mr. W. G. Fuller Mr. A. C. Krause Members of the Council agreed to the appointments as outlined. Mr. Samuels stated the appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Park and Recreation Board have not been decided at this time and that several names have been suggested fo r appointment to these Boards. The City Secretary was instructed by the Mayor to send to the members of the Council a list of names on the Planning and Zoning Commission and Park and Recreation Board whose terms expire this year and a list of the names suggested fo r appointment consideration. He instructed the Council members to mark their preferences on the list by secret ballot and return to the City Secretary for tabulation before the next regularly scheduled Council meeting. The City Secretary was instructed to write letters of appreciation to members of the Boards and Commissions who are no longer serving on these Boards and Commissions. Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Terry Castleberry, 1801 Shenandoah, who inquired if the members of the Park and Recreation Board have been reappointed. Mayor Krause stated that they have not been reappointed at this time but the Park and Recreation Board appointments will be made at the next regularly scheduled Council meeting. 76 (Page Ten, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, May 14, 1971+) Mr. Castleberry stated that he expresses appreciation to the members of the Park and Recreation Board currently serving for their help in organizing the girls softball league for the City of Euless. X. DISCUSSION CF HIGHWAY SIGNS Mayor Krause recognized Mr. Don Perkins who inquired why the City of Euless could not have signs stating that they are entering the City of Euless instead of signs indicating City of Fort Worth. Mayor Krause explained that he, Mr. Copher and other members of the Council have made every effort to get these signs changed and Mr. Stone, of the Texas Highway Department has advised that this is impossible, Mayor Krause informed Mr. Perkins that if he wishes that he may call Mr. Stone at the Fort Worth District Office of the Texas Highway Department and make a similar request. ADJOURNMENT ATTEST: /s/ Vada Ferris City Secretary ' XI. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. APPROVED: Mayor