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Wichita Falls, Texas
Memorial Auditorium Building
November 4, 1975
Item 1
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in regular
session on the above date in the Council Room of the Memorial Auditorium Building
at 9:00 o'clock A M. , with the following members present:
J. C. Boyd, Jr. Mayor Pro tem
Hardy McAlister
Dr. Guillermo Garcia
Bill E. Gowan X Aldermen
Joe N. Prothro
Peggy McCullough X
Gerald Fox City Manager
H. P. Hodge, Jr.City Attorney
Wilma J. Thomas Deputy City Clerk
Max Kruger Absent
Item 2
Moved by Alderman Garcia that minutes of the meeting held October 21, 1975,
be approved.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously.
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Item 3a
The public hearing was opened on hazardous structures.
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f Jim Strawn, 105 Linda Lane, requested more time to demolish the building. He
was given a 30-day extension to the ordinance.
Zearl Gilbreath, 1301 Old Iowa Park Road, questioned why one building should
be torn down. Mr. McBee explained that if he would secure a building permit, he
could repair it. Mr. Gilbreath also mentioned dumping in the area, and also a
tree which he wanted cut down. He was given 30 days to repair both buildings.
Alderman McAlister inquired concerning the tree. Mr. Fox and Mr. Lillard ex-
plained that they do not remove a tree for convenience, but they do so if it is
causing a problem. Mr. Fox stated that they would give Mr. Gilbreath an answer.
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ORDINANCE NO. 3029
ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND FINDING CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES
TO BE DANGEROUS; COMMANDING PROPERTY OWNERS TO REPAIR, VACATE, OR DEMOLISH
SAID BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS
ORDINANCE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that Ordinance No. 3029 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Garcia, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 3b
The public hearing was opened on the 1975 Community Development Assessment
Paving Program.
Marguerite Belt, 2113 Roberts, stated that she did not feel she could assume
another lien. It was pointed out that payment is not due until after the Council
has accepted the work, and terms are available. She stated that she would be
interested in having the street paved if she could afford it.
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ORDINANCE NO. 3030
ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR PART OF THE COST OF
IMPROVING VARIOUS STREETS DESIGNATED AS THE 1975 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ASSESSMENT PAVING PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FIXING
CHARGES AND LIENS AGAINST ABUTTING PROPERTY THEREON, AND AGAINST THE OWN-
ERS THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS AND THE
ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATIONS IN EVIDENCE THEREOF; RESERVING
UNTO THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN THE RIGHT TO ALLOW CREDITS REDUCING THE AMOUNT
OF THE RESPECTIVE ASSESSMENT TO THE EXTENT OF ANY CREDIT GRANTED; DIRECT-
ING THE CITY CLERK TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THE ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE
CAPTION OF SAME IN THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF WICHITA FALLS ,
TEXAS , AND BY FILING THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF SAID CITY; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE, PROVIDING SUNDRY MATTERS INCIDENT THERETO, AND DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that Ordinance No. 3030 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None
After the meeting had adjourned, Ernest Lillard presented letters of opposi-
tion to the paving to Mrs. Thomas, as follows : Mr. & Mrs. H. J. Criswell (Strat-
ford St.) , Jim Cowley (N. Broadway) , Jimmie Goins (1117 Duncan) , Mamie Clanton
Linwood Ave.) and Rex M. Gates (108 5th St. and 1517 15th St.)
Item 4a
Consideration was given to the Texas Electric Service Company rate increase
request. The City Manager explained that the rate request had been filed with
the City on September 2, and they have also presented information relating to
their operations. They have looked at it on a company wide basis, rather than
just a Wichita Falls operation. The City Manager noted that the rates requested
are not unreasonable, but it should be noted that the additional revenue is to
retain the strong financial vitality of the company to provide adequate elec-
trical energy. Alderman Boyd noted that the Council has gone through this mater-
ial in considerable detail.
Eddie Watson commented on part of the material submitted. He stated that a
financially strong utility company is in a position to make plans and carry them
out for the benefit of their customers. It allows them to serve their customers
on a long range cheaper than if they were living on a hand-to-mouth existence.
Texas Electric rates are now the cheapest in the state, and among the cheapest
in the nation. Alderwoman McCullough inquired how the increase will affect that
standing? Mr. Watson stated that they will still be the lowest in the state. He
also noted their favorable bond ratings.
ORDINANCE NO. 3031
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING CERTAIN RATE SCHEDULES FILED BY TEXAS ELECTRIC
SERVICE COMPANY IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS AND PROVIDING CONDI-
TIONS UNDER WHICH SUCH RATE SCHEDULES MAY BE CHANGED, MODIFIED, AMENDED
OR WITHDRAWN.
Moved by Alderman McAlister that Ordinance No. 3031 be passed. g.»
Motion seconded by Alderman Garcia, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Alderman Prothro commended Eddie Watson and Texas Electric for the service
they give to the community. Alderman Gowan commended the City Manager on his re-
port to the Board of Aldermen. Alderman Boyd noted the favorable rate given by
Texas Electric on the water and sewer system.
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Item 5a
Alderman Boyd commented on the use of the term "Alderpersons" in a memo. It
was his desire that they be addressed as Mayor and Board of Aldermen. He stated
that he does not find that word in his dictionary.
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A proposed ordinance was presented annexing certain lands including Washex
and adjacent to Expressway Village.
ORDINANCE NO. 3025
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS ,
TEXAS , BY ANNEXING CERTAIN LANDS ADJACENT TO THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS , WHICH LANDS ARE DESCRIBED IN
THIS ORDINANCE.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that Ordinance No. 3025 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 5b
J , A proposed ordinance was presented amending the animal control ordinance.
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ORDINANCE NO. 3032
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE IV OF ORDINANCE NO. 3000, REQUIRING
VACCINATION OF CATS FOR RABIES.
Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that Ordinance No. 3032 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item lla
Discussion was held on consideration of amendments to the animal control
f ordinance requiring licensing and identification of dogs. Various veterinary
offices have been contacted. The City Manager explained that there are several
f problems involved if we attempted to use the rabies tag as a means of identifica-
tion, such as. (1) A standard rabies vaccination form does not exist, (2) Each
veterinarian establishes his own numbering system for rabies tags, (3) Veterinarians
vaccinate many dogs of owners living outside the city, (4) Sheppard Air Force Base
is prohibited from releasing required information, and (5) Our animal control
personnel could not administer a complex filing system. He recommended that the
dog licensing procedure be continued in order to better identify dogs, and that
we provide each veterinarian with license applications which would be certified
by the veterinarian, and filled in and mailed to Municipal Court by the dog owner.
The application would then be processed and the license issued and mailed to the
applicant.
Alderman McAlister inquired what entity requires rabies vaccination? It was
pointed out that it is a state requirement. Rabies tags are furnished by the
veterinarian, along with the forms used for this purpose. The tags are consecutively
numbered by each veterinarian. The City receives this information when the citizen
applies for a license. Information pertaining to total numbers vaccinated is sent
to the State by the veterinarians.
Alderman McAlister stated that he did not see why one license could not be
used for both. Dr. Roberts stated that the numbering system is for identification.
The identity of the dog is very important for health reasons, and the owner's
identity. He does not feel that you can have too much identification. He does
not feel that the city tag should be sold on the basis of identification only.
Dr. Roberts further stated that we have a good rabies vaccination program in the
city. He stated that most calls for clarification of vaccination are in the day
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time. City license tags have other advantages. Dog owners profit more than any-
one else. Alderman McAlister inquired if the City provided the rabies tags, could
not the veterinarian furnish the City with a record of that vaccination? Dr.
Riddle stated that it would be necessary to have two separate tags for cats and
dogs, and for residents and non-residents. Some veterinarians do not use tags with
their names on them, but use the tags provided by the company furnishing the vac-
cine.
Alderwoman McCullough inquired if the veterinarians would be willing to hand
an application to those persons to apply for licensing. They stated that they
would be willing to do so. Dr. Riddle stated that licensing is part of the res-
ponsibility of the animal owner to support the animal control ordinance. Alder-
man Prothro inquired why have two identification tags? Dr. Riddle stated that
licensing for identification is secondary. The revenue is primarily for promot-
ing animal control. Enforcement is on a voluntary basis or by getting caught.
Alderwoman McCullough noted that we cannot force the veterinarians to go along
with this.
Mark Wilson stated that we will still have problems because Sheppard Air
Force Base cannot furnish the information to us, no matter who furnishes the tags.
He explained that if we had one tag, one numbering system, and one standardized
form it would not create any impact on their operations.
Alderman Gowan stated that he does not think we have the cooperation of the
citizens in regard to city licensing. They want to have their dogs vaccinated,
but they fail to see the need for licensing. Mr. Wilson stated that the educat-
ional ad hoc committee plans some educational programs along this line.
An unidentified man stated that when you go to that system one-fourth of the
people will not vaccinate their dogs if they have to buy a city license.
Ed Ilschner, speaking as a citizen, stated that he would disagree with this
gentleman because he valued his family and pet above that of licensing. Dr.
Roberts stated that he agreed that it would cut the vaccinations by 25 percent.
He stated that he formerly collected licensing fees for the City, but not many
citizens cooperated. The only time you have communication with that dog owner
is when the dog is vaccinated. He feels a $2.00 licensing fee would eliminate
some rabies vaccinations.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that this subject matter be tabled.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously.
Alderman McAlister inquired what will happen now? The City Manager stated
that we will provide license applications to the veterinarians.
Item 6a
A proposed resolution was presented approving appraisals of property on Kell
Freeway.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1736
RESOLUTION APPROVING APPRAISAL OF PROPERTIES ON KELL FREEWAY RELOCATION
AND AUTHORIZING THEIR PURCHASE OR CONDEMNATION.
WHEREAS, it is necessary to acquire the properties hereinafter described for
construction of the listed project in the 1967 Capital Improvements Program, and,
WHEREAS, such properties have been appraised by appraisers employed by the
Texas State Highway Department and the amount of the values as determined from
the appraisals have been studied by the Board of Aldermen, and copies are now
in the possession of the Director of Public Works and/or Assistant City Manager.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION NO. 1 The project and properties to be purchased by Warranty Deed
are as follows :
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Kell Freeway - Project 52-380
Warranty Deed
Lot 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, & 18, Block 10, West Side Addition
to Highland
Lots 1, 2, & 3, Block 11, John W. Thomas Subdivision and Lots 4, 5, & 6,
Block 11, & S. 30' of Revere St. Adj . to Lot 6, John W. Thomas Subdivision
2037.5 s.f. of Lot 4, Block 8, West Side Addition to Highland Addition
3212.5 s.f. in Lot 3, Block 8, West Side Addition to Highland Addition
4387.5 s.f. of Lot 2, Block 8, West Side Addition to Highland Addition
6021 s.f. of Lot 1, Block 8, West Side Addition to Highland Addition
Lot 8, Block 7, West Side Addition to Highland Addition
Lot 4, Block 7, West Side Addition to Highland Addition
Combined total of values approved in this resolution 99,295.00
SECTION NO. 2 The values of such properties are hereby approved and the City
Manager is hereby authorized to purchase in the name of the Texas State Highway
Department or the City of Wichita Falls, by Warranty Deed such tracts of land as
shown on the project right-of-way map. The authorized prices to be paid for such
tracts are State approved values as determined from appraisals made by real estate
appraisers employed by the Texas State Highway Department.
SECTION NO. 3 In the event the City Manager is unable to purchase any such
tract for such approved value, he is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be
instituted condemnation proceedings to obtain such tract in the name of the Texas
State Highway Department or the City of Wichita Falls.
Moved by Alderman Garcia that Resolution No. 1736 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister.
Alderman Gowan asked some questions pertaining to the difference in tax evalua-
tions and appraised value. Ernest Lillard explained the method of the State's
appraisal. Alderman Gowan stated that he thought it was based on fair market value.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
of Item 6b
A proposed resolution was presented granting an easement in Jaycee Park to
Texas Electric Service Company.
RESOLUTION NO. 1737
RESOLUTION APPROVING EASEMENT TO TEXAS ELECTRIC SERVICE COMPANY IN JAYCEE
PARK.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS,
THAT:
That certain easement for an electric distribution line, a copy of which is
attached hereto, to Texas Electric Service Company, covering a strip of land in
Jaycee Park, is hereby approved, and the City Manager is authorized to execute
and deliver the same for the City of Wichita Falls.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that Resolution No. 1737 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
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Item 6c
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A proposed resolution was presented authorizing purchase of an entire parcel
for Kell Freeway construction.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1738
WHEREAS , it is necessary to acquire the property hereinafter described for
construction of the Kell Freeway, Project 52-380 under the 1967 Capital Improve-
ments Program, and,
WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 1127 passed and approved by the Board of Aldermen
of the City of Wichita Falls on November 17, 1970, the appraised value of $534.00
was approved for the partial taking of 4,159 square feet of Lots 5, 6 and 7, Block
4, Boyd 's Subdivision of Grainger Park Addition, and,
WHEREAS, the appraised value for the whole taking of 6520 square feet of
Lots 5, 6, and 7, Block 4, Boyd 's Subdivision of Grainger Park Addition is $770.00,
and,
WHEREAS, the owner of 6520 square feet of Lots 5, 6 and 7, Block 4, Boyd 's
Subdivision of Grainger Park Addition desires to sell the entire parcel to the City
of Wichita Falls for $770.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS, THAT:
The City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase in the name of the City
of Wichita Falls, by Warranty Deed, 6520 square feet of Lots 5, 6, and 7, Block
4, Boyd 's Subdivision of Grainger Park Addition in the City of Wichita Falls. The
City Manager is authorized to transfer title to the Texas State Highway Department,
by Warranty Deed, that portion of Lots 5, 6 and 7, Block 4, Boyd 's Subdivision
of Grainger Park Addition required for right-of-way for the Kell Freeway Project.
The City Manager is further authorized to sell, through competitive bidding, the
remainder of Lots 6 and 7, Block 4, Boyd 's Subdivision of Grainger Park Addition.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that Resolution No. 1738 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McAlister
Nays : None.
Item 7a
Joe Smith, Director of Public Utilities, reported that no bids were received
for escape routes at Lake Kemp.v
Moved by Alderman McAlister that authority be granted to readvertise for bids
for Lake Kemp escape routes.
Motion seconded by Alderman Prothro, and carried unanimously.
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Permission was requested to advertise for bids for 23 sedans and 29 trucks
for various city departments.
Moved by Alderman Prothro that authority be granted to advertise for auto-
motive and truck requirements, as requested.
Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister.
Alderman McAlister inquired concerning decreasing the size of police vehicles.
The City Manager stated that all of them would be purchased in intermediate size
this year. He also inquired about steel belted radial tires and no-service batteries.
He also mentioned color, stating that if visibility is a problem, could we not con-
sider a more visible color? Citizen band radios were mentioned. The City Manager
stated that we have no capability for them.
The motion was carried unanimously.
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4 ` Permission was requested to advertise for bids for 80 tons of fertilizer for
L Parks Department.
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I` Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that authority be granted to advertise for bids
as requested.
Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister.
Alderman Gowan inquired concerning sludge. Lloyd Rigby stated that it is
being used in some places, such as flower beds, but that it would require special
treatment if used the same way as commercial fertilizer.
The motion was carried unanimously.
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rl ) Permission was requested to advertise for bids for a three-wheel scooter for
parking meter control.
2 ( Moved by Alderman McAlister that authority be granted to advertise for bids as
requested.
Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried unanimously.
Item 9
1 Moved by Alderman McAlister that minutes of the meetings of the followingv
boards be received.
a. Planning Board - October 15, 1975
b. Park Board - October 28, 1975
f/,.AJ, c. Traffic Safety Council - October 1, 1975
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Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough.
Alderman Gowan and Mayor Pro tem Boyd commented on the notation in the minutes
of the meeting of the Park Board in which one member stated that he felt the Board
of Aldermen should have consulted the Park Board before passing the $525,000 appropria-
tion for construction of two swimming pools.
The motion was carried unanimously.
Item 10a
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UJ1 `Lloyd Thomas appeared in regard to his request for payment of an invoice in
the amount of $3,892.00, for 44 pilings which were purchased by him in anticipation
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of a change in the Lake Wichita Dam repair contract. Mr. Thomas stated that John
Ruhmann, who was then Director of Water Development, directed him to purchase this
material because it was very difficult to obtain. Mr. Thomas cited a paragraph
in the contract giving the Director of Public Utilities authority to approve any
changes. Their last invoice was for the work which they had done. Nothing was
said about material which had been purchased. He stated that Mayor Kruger told
him that it was not morally right for him to be stuck with material which he could
not use. The City Manager stated that the City would have very little use for these
pilings. The dam is scheduled for reconstruction in the next several years and he
feels that it will not require any further repair until that time. (The City
Attorney had previously advised the Board of Aldermen that, in his opinion, the
City is neither obligated nor authorized to pay the contractor an additional amount
under this contract. Should they desire to purchase these pilings aside from the
contract, the state statute requires that any contract for more than $3,000 must
be submitted on competitive bids) .
Mr. Thomas stated that everything he did was at the direction of Mr. Ruhmann.
He does not feel he should be left with this $4,000 expenditure which he purchased
at the City's direction. The City Manager stated that there is no guarantee on a
unit price contract that all materials will be paid for on over-runs. Mayor Pro
tem Boyd stated that he talked with Harry Campsey, who in turn talked with John
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Ruhmann. They both agreed that we had a moral obligation to pay Mr. Thomas.
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ORDINANCE NO. 3033
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AN ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE REVENUE SHARING FUND TO
PROJECT NUMBERS LISTED BELOW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that Ordinance No. 3033 be passed, appropriat-
ing $3,892.00 for this expenditure.
Motion seconded by Alderman Garcia, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Mayor Pro tem Boyd, Aldermen Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : Alderman McAlister.
Moved by Mayor Pro tem Boyd that two invoices be presented to the City for
this material.
Motion seconded by Alderman Prothro, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Mayor Pro tem Boyd, Aldermen Garcia, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays: Aldermen McAlister and Gowan
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Item lOb
Moved by Alderman Prothro that Bob Pace and Hulen Cook be appointed to the
Hospital Board to fill the unexpired terms of W. B. Featherston and J. B. Jarratt,
who resigned.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously.
Alderman Prothro left the meeting) .
Item 10c
Moved by Alderman McAlister that a public hearing be held on December 2, 1975,1
on hazardous structures.
Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried unanimously.
Item 12
A proposed resolution was presented accepting the bid of Myers Brothers, Inc.
for a Senior Citizens Center. Discussion was held on certain changes.
w ' RESOLUTION NO. 1739
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID OF MEYERS BROS. , INC. FOR BUILDING ALTERATIONS
AND ADDITIONS FOR A SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER.
WHEREAS, heretofore the City of Wichita Falls advertised for bids for the
construction of building alterations and additions for a senior citizens center;
and,
WHEREAS, twelve bids were received, and it is found that the bid of Meyers
Bros. , Inc. is the lowest responsible bid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS, THAT:
The bid of $195,253.00 by Meyers Bros. , Inc. is hereby accepted, and the City
Manager is authorized to execute a contract with Meyers Bros. , Inc. for the construc-
tion of such building alterations and additions for a senior citizens center.
Moved by Alderman Garcia that Resolution No. 1739 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
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Ayes: Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Alderman Gowan noted that the costs have gone up considerably since bids
were received. The City Manager stated that it is difficult to estimate on re-
construction of an old building.
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55,000 for the Senior Citizens Center.
ORDINANCE NO. 3034
AN ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE REVENUE SHARING FUND TO
PROJECT NUMBERS LISTED BELOW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Moved by Alderman McAlister that Ordinance No. 3034 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Garcia, Gowan, Prothro, and McCullough
Nays: None.
Item 13
fr Dub Dennis, Dennis Construction Company, appeared regarding a park in Bel
Air Addition. He stated that because Kell took part of their property they con-
tinued to develop under the old plat until the Planning Board requested a new
preliminary plat. Mr. Rigby requested that a new park site be made available.
They enlarged it to show more than three acres. They are in the process of doing
the third section of Bel Air. They will have accomplished the 50 percent com-
pletion. A public park will be acceptable to the residents of Bel Air. He would
make $10,000 available which would be used for tennis courts , if Mr. Rigby could
provide other equipment. He feels that a purchase price of $5,000 per acre for
the park is fair since they would be using space for lots which would bring about
50,000.
Action on this matter will be postponed until November 18.
Item 14
David Jacobs appeared as a representative of Laborers ' International Union
of North America. He requested reconsideration of the resolution which would
authorize employee withholding for water and sewer employees. He stated that it
ft is an extension of a service already provided to employees. There is hardly any
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cost and no trouble to the City. He requested assignment of wages to employee
associations. He mentioned Sheppard Air Force Base and teachers who deduct dues
for employee associations. By granting this request there is no change in the
relationship between the City and its employees. There is no big problem on a
computerized payroll. He mentioned TML and ICMA and others of which the City is
a member. If there is no other valid basis to deny it, then it is assumed that
it is denied on a personal basis to discourage which may be against the law. He
stated that Mr. Harvey Pinnell, a city employee, is with him today. He requested
reconsideration today of this resolution.
Mayor Pro tem Boyd stated that if any alderman desired to reconsider this
matter that they should request the City Manager to put it on the agenda.
Moved by Alderman Garcia that if anyone desires this matter to be placed
on the agenda for reconsideration, they should request the City Manager to do so.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously.
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Alderman McAlister requested that they discuss the final report of Jarratt,
Locke, and Tillery regarding the water and sewer accounting at their work session
on November 12. Also, zero based budgeting.
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The Board of Aldermen adjourned at 1 :08 P.M.
PASSED AND APPROVED this L-day of , d// x./1975.
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