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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1978-11-28Regular Meeting Euless City Council November 28, 1978 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order at 8 :20 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Euless City Hall by Mayor Harold Samuels. Other members present were Mrs. Willie Mae McCormick, Messrs, Charles Hunt, Raymond Ozebek, Robert 'Pippin, and Glenn Walker. Also present were City Manager W. M. Sustaire, City Secretary Della Houy, City Attorney Bob McFarland, and Assistant City Manager John Lynch, IV. VISITORS Visitors in attendence were Messrs. Don Perkins, Kevin Copher, Steve Geer, W, G, "Buddy" Ragley, Rolondu Faucett, B i l l S c h i l l e r , Bobby R , F u l l e r , David C, Hughes, J r . , Ray Clemons, and B i l l Meir; Mesdms. Linda Fetter, and Myrtle Hall. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Councilman Charles Hunt. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting dated November 14, 1978, were approved as written. FURTHER CONSIDERATION CF ZONING CASE NO, 273 - REQUEST CF HAYDN CUTLER FOR CHANGE OF ZONING FROM "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT TO "C -2" COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT ON TRACTS 1, 2, 3, AND 4 CF THE J, E, CUMMINGS SURVEY, ABSTRACT 302 Mrs. McCormick moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the rezoning of Tracts 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the J. E. Cummings Survey, Abstract 302, on first reading of ordinance. Mr, Ozebek seconded the motion. Mr. Pippin stated he is wondering if the "C -2" zoning on the north portion of Tract 3 could not be better served as (Page Two, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) "C -1" and be more compatible with the neighborhood, because when the original plat was presented there were some questions raised concerning the plat dictating zoning by the way the plat was drawn. He stated that at that time Mr. Cutler assured the Council that there was no desire to have retail type commercial development there, that the property would be used for an office building. He stated he has some concern with the property being opened up to commercial zoning, that neighborhood zoning is more compatible on that property, but he agrees that commercial zoning should be approved on the corner of Harwood Road and FM157. Mr. Hunt stated that at the public hearing he asked Mr. Sandlin if he would be receptive to reducing the "C -2" to some lesser zoning and he said "no" , that he wanted to stay with the Planning and Zoning's recommendation in its entirety. He stated that in his opinion, the petitioner has not shown the need nor the desirability to change the zoning at this time and just because it is on FM157 is not sufficient reason to change the zoning to "C -1" and ''C -2 ". The City Secretary read from the Planning and Zoning Commission's minutes on October 3, 1978, the recommendation fo r rezoning the property. The recommendation is that Tract 4 be rezoned "C -1 "; "C -2" on the north 200 feet of Tract 3, and "C -1" on the remainder of Tract 3; and "C -2" on Tract 1. Mr. Pippin withdrew his objection because he said he thought the "C -2" zoning on the north portion of Tract 3 would be more than 200 feet. The vote on Mrs. McCormick's motion is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Ozebek, Walker, and Pippin Nays: Mr. Hunt Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. CONSIDER ORDINANCE NO. 557 ACCEPTING THE TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS CERTIFICATE OF 1978 CITY CF EULESS TAX ROLLS Mr. Hunt moved to approve first and final reading of Ordinance No. 557 accepting the Tax Assessor /Collector's Certificate for the 1978 City of Euless tax rolls in the total assessed value of $177,701,780, the official tax rate of $.94, the official ratio of assessment 65 %, and total taxes receivable $1,670,396.79. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: (Page Three, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Ayes: Messrs. Hunt, Pippin, Walker, Ozebek, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. CONSIDER AUTHORIZATING TAX ASSESSOR TO CORSECT THE CITY OF EULESS TAX ROLLS Mr. Hunt moved to authorize the Tax Assessor to correct the City of Euless tax rolls. Mr. Walker seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Hunt, Walker, Pippin, Ozebek, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. (Copy of corrections on f i l e in office of City Secretary.) IV, CONSIDER REPLAT CF LOTS 13R -A, 14R, AND 16R, BLOCK 2, AIRPORT BUSINESS PARK, BEING A REVISION OF LOTS 13R, THROUGH' 17, BLOCK 2, AIRPORT BUSINESS PARK Mrs. McCormick moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the replat of Lots 13R -A, 14R, and 16R, Block 2, Airport Business Park. Mr. Hunt seconded the motion and the vote i s as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Hunt, Ozebek, Walker, and Pippin Nays: None Mayor Samwels declared the motion carried. V, CONSIDER REPLAT OF LOTS 1OR and 11R, BLOCK 1. TRAILW00D ADDITION Mr. Pippin moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the replat of Lots 10 R and 11R, Block 1, Trailwood Additio,�. (Page Four, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Mr. Ozebek seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Pippin, Ozebek, Walker, Hunt, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuc s declared the motion carried. VI. CONSIDER FINAL PLAT OF TRACTS 6, 7, AND 8, WESTPARK CENTRAL ADDITION Mr. Ozebek moved to concur with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and approve the final plat of Tracts 6, 7, and 8, Westpark Central Addition: Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Mr. Lynch stated that this section was not platted for development at the time the original plat was presented because the plat involved some extensive water line and sewer line installation but the exact needs were not known at that time. The vote on Mr. Ozebek's motion is as follows: Ayes: Messrs. Ozebek, Walker, Pippin, Hunt, and Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. VII. CONSIDER AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR A MID - MOUNTED MOWER, TURF SHAPER, TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT, HYDRAULIC OPERATED BOOM MOWER, 1WJ 1979 1AO TON STAKE BED DUMP TRUCKS, ONE 1979 HEAVY DUTY 1/2 TON WINDOW VAN, ONE 1979 HEAVY DUTY ONE TON COMMERCIAL VAN, 1WJ 1979 3/4 TON PICKUP TRUCKS, • O 1979 FOUR -DOOR SEDANS, AND AN ASPLUNDH CHIPPER UNIT Mr. Walker moved to authorize the City Manager to advertise for bids for a mid - mounted mower, turf shaper, tractor and equipment, hydraulic operated-boom mower, two 1979 two ton stake bed dump trucks, one 1979 heavy duty 1/2 ton window van, one 1979 heavy duty one ton commercial van, two 1979 3/4 ton pickup trucks, two 1979 four -door sedans, and an asplundh chipper unit individually with changes as discussed i n the pre - council meeting. (Pape Five, R qular Meeting, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion and stated she would like the items prioritized so that if the City can not purchase a l l the items a t one time the Council w i l l know which ones to accept when the bids are received and would like to amend the motion to so state, Mr. Walker concurred with the amendment. The vote on Mr. Walker's motion and the amenment is as fo I lows: Ayes: Mr. Walker, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Pippin, Ozebek, and Hunt Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. VIII. CONSIDER BIDS ON KIOSK FOR WATER DEPARTMENT Mr. Lynch presented the bids for the Kiosk in the water department which are as follows: The Security Center Mos 1 e r LeFebure LeFebure - alternate $ 6,340.00 9,009.00 12,098.00 10,280.00 Mr. Lynch stated that the bids were opened and tabulated on Monday and in researching the credentials of the low bidder he found that they have installed approximately four hundred systems in Texas and come highly recommended from the three or four people that he checked with and he recommends accepting the bid of the Security Center in the amount of $6,340.00. Mayor Samuels inquired how the low bid compared with the amount that was budgeted? Mr. Lynch stated the estimate for the total installation; including several other items, was $10,000. The bid from The Security Center was for the mechanical equipment only, that in house labor w i l l be used to construct the curb work, erect a structure to protect it from the weather, and some dirt work. Mr. Pippin moved to concur with the recommendation of Mr. Lynch and accept the low bid of the Security Center in the amount of $6,340.00. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion. 40 (Paste Six, Regular Meetina, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Mr. Ozebek inquired how important this kiosk was? Mr. Sustaire stated he has had numerous requests for the convenience of having a drive - through window where citizens don't have to get out of their cars to pay their water bills. The vote on Mr. Pippin's motion is as follows: Ayes: Mr. Pippin, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Walker, Hunt, and Ozebek Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. IX. AUDIENCE REQUESTED BY WILLIAM C. ME AND RAY CLEMONS REGARDING A CABLE TELEVISION FRANCHISE Mr. William C. Meir, representing the Tarrant Cable Communications, Inc., stated that the purpose of his visit is on behalf of Storer Cable Television who has an application pending for a franchise to operate a cable television system in the City of Euless. He stated that since Mr. Clemon's presentation, plans have changed and through contact with him and other interested citizens of Tarrant County, they are requesting that the application be amended to show that the franchise is requested on behalf of Tarrant Cable Communications, Inc,, He stated this will be a local corporation, set up with the participation of citizens of Euless including Messrs, Bobby Fuller, Jimmy Payton, and W. G. Ragley, who are residents of the City and who will be members of the Board of Directors. He stated these menwi11 have a financial interest in the corporation, as well as being there for any comments or questions that might be relevant to the citizens as they use the service of the cable television company. He stated that Storer Company is the largest company of this type, their credentials are excellant, and their financial ability is unquestioned. He stated they operate approximately eighty -five systems aroung the country and the parent company owns and operates seven radio stations and seven television stations. He stated Storer Company would provide the financial capital for the construction and operation of the system just as it was presented, the only difference is the franchisee itself would be the Tarrant Cable Communcations, Inc., and would have local input and the continuing availability for the matters of interest to local citizens. Mayor Samuels inquired, as of today, what cities within a fifty mile radius are with Storer Company? (Page Seven, Regular Meeting , Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Mr. Schiller stated Grand Prairie is the only city that has awarded a franchise, that Garland is very close to awarding a franchise to their company and they are negotiating with Irving for a fran- chise. He stated that Denton is going to award a franchise on December 14th and they are one of the two applicants being considered. Mr. Clemons stated they have made a formal presentation to the City of Bedford and several cities surrounding Euless have applications pending. Mr. Meiers stated that Storer Company has filed identifical applications in Grapevine, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills, Richland Hills, and Haltom City. He stated they hope they can begin making presentations to each of these cities and would like to have early consideration by these cities, hopefully by the first of next year. He stated that if action is taken it could be six months before construction is evident and on the ground and service could begin within a year. He stated the main reason for their being here tonight is to be sure the Council understands the meaning of the substitution in the letter and to answer any questions the Council may have. Mr. Pippin inquired the corporate re- lationship between Tarrant Cable Communications, Inc., and storer Cable Company. Mr. Meiers stated that 80% of Tarrant Cable Communications w i l l be owned by Storer Company and 20% by local investors. Mr. Hunt inquired the status of the City of H u rst's system. Mr. Meier stated that he has heard that the City of Hurst is going to try and negotiate with Austin & Associates, but he does not know the status of that. Mr. McFarland stated he has been furnished a proposed ordinance from the City of Hurst by the Hurst City Attorney. He stated that at one time the councils from the various cities were considering a joint endeavor with a single entity. He stated that since that time, as he understands i t , there w i l l be no advantage in Euless having the same franchisee as the neighboring cities, as the services that are provided are basically identical. Mr. Meier stated that some are basically the same in the large companies, but he can not say about a smaller company. A discussion followed on the type of service and financial capabilities of the different companies. Mayor Samuels inquired where Storer Company is presently operating. (Page Eight, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Mr. Clemons stated that they have twelve franchises in the Houston area and are presently doing the engineering work in Grand Prairie and should be in operation within eighteen months there. Mr. Ozebek inquired if the franchise in Grand Prairie was awarded by competitive bidding. Mr. Schiller stated it was negotiated. Mr. Ozebek inquired if there are negotiated bids made. Mr. Clemons stated that in a large city competitive bidding is the method to use, but in smaller cities, such as Euless, negotiated agreements are the best method to use. Mr. Meier stated that there is no advantage of a joint facility with the neighboring cities because with the applications pending with Tarrant Cable Communitcations, Inc., there will be an office for the citizens and an availability of program origination capabilities in each city. Mr. Ozebek stated that he thinks Euless should take the initiative and begin negotiations. Mr. Lynch stated the staff has been working with the City of Bedford, that the staff feels that there should be a joint venture between the two cities and they are presently working on a draft and will be meeting with the City of Bedford around the first of the year. Mrs. McCormick moved that the City staff report back to the Council not later than the first meeting in January on their recommendations. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Pippin, Walker, Hunt, and Ozebek Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. X. CONSIDER ADOPTION OF NEW POLICY RULES FOR HOURS OF OPERATION OF THE GENEALOGY ROOM Mrs. McCormick moved to concur with the recommendation of the Library Board for adoption of the new hours of operation of the Genealogy Room. (Page Nine, Regular Meeting, Euless City Council, November 28, 1978) Mr. Walker seconded the motion and the vote is as follows: Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Walker, Pippin, Ozebek, and Hunt Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. XI. NORTH MAIN STREET IMPROVEMENTS Mr. Lynch reported that the only thing that remains to be completed on the North Main Street Improvements is the top surface portion on the north half, the sidewalks along the west side and the bridgework. He stated the contractor anticipates completion within two weeks. XI I. STATUS OF OAK LANE SEWER LINE Mr. Hunt inquired the status of the Oak Lane sewer 1 ine? Mr. Lynch stated the staff received authorization from the Council to advertise for bids at the October 24th meeting, and after talking with the consultants and some of the contractors, the staff decided to wait until after the first of the year to advertise for bids because t h a t i s when contractors w i l l have time enough to work on jobs such as this. XIII. ENTRANCE TO BEAR CREEK PARK Mr. Sustaire reported that he has re- quested the consulting engineers to develop an entrance to Bear Creek Park near the Texas Power and L i g h t Company d i s t r i b u t i o n center, and they w i l l be obtaining the permits from the State Highway Department and doing the engineering work on it very shortly. ADJOURNMENT meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. ATTEST: /s/ Della Houv C it' Secretary XIV. There being no further business, the APPROVED: /s/ Harold D. Samuels Mayor