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Min 01/04/1977293 Wichita Falls , Texas Memorial Auditorium Building January 4, 1977 Items 1 & 2 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 8:30 o'clock A.M. , with the following members present. J.C. Boyd, Jr. Mayor Hardy McAlister X Bill E. Gowan Ray Ashbrook X Aldermen W.E. Ryle Jerry F. Mathis X Gerald Fox City Manager H.P. Hodge, Jr. City Attorney Gerald Carlson City Clerk Wilma J. Thomas Deputy City Clerk Dr. Guillermo Garcia Absent The invocation was given by Captain Harvey Harwell, Chaplain of the Salvation Army. Item 3 Moved by Alderman Ashbrook that minutes of the meeting held December 21, 1976, be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman Ryle, and carried unanimously. Item 4a The public hearing was opened on the transit development program. E.L. Walker, Jr. , Vice President of Wilbur Smith and Associates, stated that this proposal will establish a step by step program over the coming years. It should remain flexible, and the alternatives presented should be taken into account. Bill Graham, Project Director, presented charts on much of their studies. The population patterns showed various trends which have occured over the past few years. Census tracts and study sectors were mentioned. Sectors 2 and 10 are of particular importance. Data statistics by census tracts shows distribution of population in the study area. Age characteristics for Wichita Falls for 1960 and 1970 shows how the age population has changed. Socioeconomic data and transit potential rankings were noted. Sectors 2 and 10 are areas in which they feel they may be able to attract additional riders. Potential ridership rating and trip generators such as shopping centers , was noted. After these studies they began looking at the existing transit service. In 1973-74 we had a 6.3 percent increase. Automobile usage decreased because of a gasoline shortage. There was a slight increase for the past year, although it declined in 1975. He discussed the base fare history from 25 cents in April 1971 to 40 cents in October 1976. He also discussed route service characteristics to see what efficiency we are getting out of our routes. Financial and patronage trends were discussed from 1971 to 1975. We have a 1.72 operating ratio, which means that expenses are exceeding our income by 1.72, and we are operating at a deficit. He also discussed route revenue analysis. Holliday and Harrison route is the least, and the Loop route the best. Expense per mile is 59 cents, and revenue is 32 cents per mile. He also discussed vehicle fleet inventory. We now have a total of ten. Questionnaires were distributed to the riders, and 63 percent of them were returned. Age and race of bus riders was noted, as well as the mode of travel to and from the bus. Fifty- one to fifty-three percent walked two blocks to meet the bus, and 63 to 64 percent walked to and from the bus. Bulk of the riders was during the base day. Trip purposes indicated that the work purpose was the main reason for riding the bus. They also studied trip distribution, where they got on and off the bus. Four alternatives which they considered were: (1) A zero bus system, (2) Continue the present service, (3) Improve existing service, and (4) Go back to the five basic route system with some improvements to that system. They recommended going to 294 Item 4a, cont'd. a 12 bus system. They suggested expanding, updating, and reviewing the maintenance facility and having their own operation instead of leasing a facility. The transit implementation plan for various years was noted, as well as the schedule of projected needs. Mr. Walker explained that the program which they have presented will provide some guidelines to follow, but they would not expect them to follow it to the letter. Most riders are female, between 25 to 44 years of age, work, and are willing to walk two blocks to take the bus. Alderman Ryle inquired if by accepting this report does it mean that they will automatically follow through with this program? Mr. Walker stated that there is flexibility in this program, but if they choose to follow it then it has guidelines for them to follow. It is the prerogative of the Council to accept the step by step program by the City of Wichita Falls. Alderman Ryle further inquired if we adopt only part of this recommended program, would that type of choice cause federal funding problems. Mr. Walker stated that it should not, and further that they should take a year by year look at the program. Mr. Walker noted that there is no successful operating transit system in the United States. Mr. Graham noted that schools operating buses have had some effect on this operating system. Ed Ilschner mentioned federal funds available for operation of the bus system. Alderman Boyd mentioned unions, and do these funds hinge on that? The City Manager stated that we do not presently have any member of the bus system who is a member of a transit union, but if one decided to join we could have problems. Alderman McAlister mentioned that in spite of all Dallas has done, the ridership is still decreasing, and what makes him feel it would be different here? Mr. Walker stated that, in the area of mobility, the peoples choice has been the automobile. They have tried to look at those who are transit dependent here, and all the various factors at work. They are not here to say that there is a guaranteed method. Mr. Graham stated that coverage of the city is still there, but some service has been eliminated. Alderman Gowan stated that he does not see the fiscal responsibility of spending that money on the city's bus system. Mr. Walker noted that some citizens have no mobility at all, and all they have done is to accept an assignment by the City of Wichita Falls to make a determination of need. It is the responsibility of the Council to make the decision on what the city desires to follow. Mayor Boyd inquired if Mr. Walker knew of any place where the City has taken over a taxi service? He stated that Jackson, Mississippi is looking at running a taxi service by using the buses. There is presently a transit strike in Houston, and cabs are running the routes. The City Manager stated that the report is saying that if we want an improved system it will cost $900,000 over the next six years in capital outlay, and 700,000 in subsidy. If you want to continue the system and want some assistance in securing funds, then a transit system study report is necessary for this. If the city wants to continue the system it will cost the above amounts. The hearing was declared closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1905 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR THE WICHITA FALLS URBANIZED AREA. WHEREAS, on March 2, 1976, the Board of Aldermen granted authorization to conduct a study designed to provide the City with a transit development program; and, WHEREAS, this study has been completed and the Board of Aldermen have been presented with the "Transit Development Program for the Wichita Falls Urbanized Area"; and, WHEREAS, the adoption of the Transit Development Program will enable the City to participate in federally funded transit programs, and, WHEREAS, on January 4, 1977, a public hearing was held in the City Council Chambers of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, to provide citizens with the opportunity to comment upon, ask questions concerning and provide input on the Transit Development Program; and, WHEREAS, the continuation of a viable transit system in the community is in the public interest. 295 Item 4a, cont'd. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: The Transit Development Program for the Wichita Falls Urbanized Area" is hereby adopted and approved. Moved by Alderman Ashbrook that Resolution No. 1905 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Gowan, Ashbrook, and Ryle Nays : Alderman Mathis Item 5b The tattoo ordinance was reconsidered. Moved by Alderman McAlister that this matter be taken from the table. Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried unanimously. John Shiloh appeared in regard to this ordinance, stating that he did not know that his lawyer had not appeared at the last meeting because he had to go back to New York state because of a death in the family. In Section 18-60 (2) he proposed a liquid sterilization, which is more sanitary. The Council agreed to this method, also. In (5) under the same section, he stated that 99 out of 100 tattoos are done sitting in a chair. The Council members agreed that the ordinance would not require him to have an operating table, but that if he did it must be constructed as indicated. He read a form which he required all patrons to sign before he tattoos them. He stated that he encourages patrons to have a tattoo placed where it won't show. In the same section under (7) the ordinance required white garments to be worn by the tattooer. Mr. Shiloh stated that the ink will not come out of white garments. He uses a black knee length smock. The Council agreed to delete the word "white". The following section was also proposed. Sec. 18-63. Forms Required. All parties having tattoos performed shall fill out the form attached hereto as Exhibit A prior to having any tattoo work done, and such form shall be kept by the tattooer for a period of not less than three years. ORDINANCE NO. 3154 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF TATTOOERS ; PROVIDING FOR AN INITIAL LICENSE FEE OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) AND AN ANNUAL RENEWAL FEE OF TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS ($25.00) ; PROVIDING FOR THE REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION OF ANY TATTOOER'S LICENSE AFTER REASONABLE NOTICE AND HEARING BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE CITY-COUNTY HEALTH UNIT; PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN SANITARY REGULATIONS ; PROHIBITING THE TATTOOING OF DISEASED, INTOXICATED OR DRUGGED PERSONS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPORTING OF INFECTIONS OR INJURY RELATED TO TATTOOING; AND, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman Gowan that the ordinance be passed , as amended. Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Gowan, Ashbrook, Ryle, and Mathis Nays : None John Moore, 4400 Weeks Park Lane, appeared with a petition signed by more than 300 persons, opposing the city's proposal to fence the golf course. He stated that the fence would prohibit jogging on the course. It was pointed out by the staff that this fence would control vandalism and unauthorized use of the golf course. Vehicles have been driven across the greens, as well as horseback riding, and stolen equipment. After further discussion it was the consensus of the Board of Aldermen that Weeks Park Golf Course should not be fenced. 296 Item 5a Ernest Lillard presented a briefing on divisional activities of the Public Works department. This included the Street Department, Engineering, Property Agent, Building Inspection, and Sanitation. He mentioned a flood area insurance program by the federal government which will require a topographic map, which will be useful for many of our departments. Item 6a A proposed resolution was presented changing the alley paving construction rate. V RESOLUTION NO. 1906 r" RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTION 1, PARAGRAPH A OF RESOLUTION NO. 1864, WHICH ESTABLISHED A POLICY GOVERNING PAVING OF ALLEYS. WHEREAS, Resolution No. 1829 adopted a policy concerning alley paving procedures and Resolution No. 1864 amended that policy and established payment procedure in accordance with Resolution No. 1596; and, WHEREAS, the prices of paving materials have changed since the passage of Resolution No. 1864 making it necessary to increase the rate charged for alley paving. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , THAT: Only that part of Section 1, Paragraph A of Resolution No. 1864 is hereby amended so that where the rate is established $1.75 per foot, it be changed to 2.00 per foot and where the rate is established at $1.97 per foot, it be changed to 2.25 per foot. Resolution No. 1829 and Resolution No. 1864 shall remain in force except as previously amended and as changed by this resolution. Moved by Alderman McAlister that Resolution No. 1906 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Mathis, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Gowan, Ashbrook, Ryle, and Mathis Nays : None Item 6b v A proposed resolution was presented authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the U.S. Department of Transportation for an urban mass transportation 6,,e technical study project. Ed Ilschner stated that a study is being requested to comply with federal regulations which came out after the first study was initiated. This is another ongoing study of the transportation system. RESOLUTION NO. 1907 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, TO PROVIDE FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF A TECHNICAL TRANSIT STUDY WHICH HAS BEEN APPROVED BY THE URBAN MASS TRANSPORTATION ADMINISTRATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE URBAN MASS TRANSPORTATION ACT OF 1964; AS AMENDED. WHEREAS, on May 18, 1976, the Board of Aldermen authorized the filing of an application for a Technical Transit Study Grant with the Urban Mass Transportation Administration; and, WHEREAS , on September 1, 1976, the city received official notification from the Urban Mass Transportation Administration that the application for the Technical Transit Study Grant had been approved; and, WHEREAS , this Technical Transit Study Grant (Project TX-09-0046) will provide the City with $20,000.00 in Section 9 Urban Mass Transportation Administration funds ; and WHEREAS , the City of Wichita Falls will provide $5,000.00 in contributed in- kind services bringing the total project cost to $25,000.00; and, 297 Item 6b, cont'd. WHEREAS, the completion of this project will enable the City to identify the transportation needs of its elderly and handicapped citizens and develop programs to meet those needs in accordance with regulations established by the Department of Transportation, Urban Mass Transportation Administration; and, WHEREAS , this project will further identify programs to be implemented under the Transit Development Program for the Wichita Falls Urbanized Area. 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 execute for the City of Wichita Falls a contract with the Department of Transportation, United States of America, to perform an Urban Mass Transportation Technical Transit Study with Federal Government financial assistance to the City of Wichita Falls in the form of a technical study grant, under Section 9 of the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964, as amended. Moved by Alderman Mathis that Resolution No. 1907 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Gowan, Ashbrook, Ryle, and Mathis Nays: None Item 6c v/ A proposed resolution was presented authorizing the City Manager to execute I a contract with Wilbur Smith and Associates for an urban mass transportation transit study. LESOLUTION NO. 1908 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR A TECHNICAL TRANSIT STUDY WITH THE PRIVATE CONSULTING FIRM OF WILBUR SMITH AND ASSOCIATES. WHEREAS, on May 18, 1976, the Board of Aldermen authorized the filing of an application for a Technical Transit Study with the Urban Mass Transportation Administration;and , WHEREAS, this application was approved by the Urban Mass Transportation Administration on September 1, 1976; and, WHEREAS, this Technical Transit Study Grant has been identified as Project TX-09-0046 by the Urban Mass Transportation Administration; and, WHEREAS, Project TX-09-0046 will provide the City with $20,000.00 in Section 9 Urban Mass Transportation Administration funds to pay for consultant services ; and, WHEREAS, the purpose of Project TX-09-0046 is to identify and define an elderly and handicapped transit service system, develop the planning criteria for a transit administration and maintenance facility, and develop a transit marketing program to fulfill the prerequisites of the contractual agreement with the Urban Mass Transportation Administration; and, WHEREAS, the Transportation Department submitted a request for study proposals to ten private consulting firms ; and, WHEREAS, after a thorough review by City staff members of all the proposals submitted, it was decided that Wilbur Smith and Associates submitted the most comprehensive study proposal of the Five responding consultants ;and, WHEREAS, Wilbur Smith and Associates have submitted a contract for their services in conducting this Technical Transit Study, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS , THAT: 298 Item 6c, cont'd. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the contract with Wilbur Smith and Associates to conduct the Technical Transit Study, provided that this contract will have as a condition precendent the granting of $20,000.00 in Section 9 Urban Mass Transportation Administration funds and that this contract shall not be binding upon the City until a contract between the City and the Urban Mass Transportation Administration governing Project TX-09-0046 is duly executed. Moved by Alderman Mathis that Resolution No. 1908 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Gowan, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen McAlister, Gowan, Ashbrook, Ryle, and Mathis Nays: None V Item 7a A proposed resolution was presented authorizing final estimate and accepting the sodium lighting project. RESOLUTION NO. 1909 RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL ESTIMATE AND ACCEPTING INSTALLATION OF HIGH PRESSURE SODIUM LIGHTING IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS. WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls and R. B. Electric Co. , Inc. entered into a contract dated September 21, 1976, wherein the contractor, R. B. Electric Co. , Inc. , agreed to install High Pressure Sodium Lighting and remove existing Mercury Vapor lighting in various areas of the City of Wichita Falls; and, WHEREAS, said installation and removal has been completed in accordance with the plans and specifications ; and, WHEREAS, the contractor has submitted the final estimate on this project, which final estimate shows a total amount of work done as $4,986.00; and, WHEREAS, the amount of $4,986.00 is now due the contractor for work performed under the contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS , THAT: The removal of existing mercury vapor lighting and the installation of High Pressure Sodium Lighting in various areas of Wichita Falls, Texas is accepted by the City of Wichita Falls, the final estimate is approved, and the City Manager is directed to pay R. B. Electric, Co. , Inc. the balance due as shown on such final estimate, a copy of which is attached hereto. Moved by Alderman Gowan that Resolution No. 1909 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Mathis, and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Alderman McAlister, Gowan, Ashbrook, Ryle, and Mathis Nays : None Item 8a Permission was requested to advertise for sale of nine excess Kell right-of-way parcels. Moved by Alderman Gowan that authority be granted to advertise for bids as requested. Motion seconded by Alderman Mathis, and carried unanimously. Item 9a Moved by Alderman Gowan that a public hearing on hazardous structures be held v X on February 1, 1977. Motion seconded by Alderman Ryle, and carried unanimously. 299 Item 9b The following appointment and reappointment was made to the Traffic Commission. Both terms will be for a period of January 1, 1977 to December 31, 1979. Mrs. Reba Joy Lazenby (replacing James Williams) Truman Lewis Moved by Alderman Gowan that the appointments of Mrs. Lazenby and Mr. Lewis be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried unanimously. Alderman Ryle mentioned erratic attendance at meetings of boards and commissions , stating that he feels we should have some attendance guidelines which will apply to all. He also mentioned electrical and plumbing board members which have a vested interest. The City Manager stated that it is required by our ordinance. Alderman Ryle felt we should be careful about inbreeding of our boards. Mr. A.G. Clayton, of Burkburnett, appeared regarding a sewer line to his property on the Burkburnett Road. It was pointed out that delay in servicing his property was caused by a shift in pump stations. The City Manager stated that they would proceed as quickly as possible to furnish him sewer service. The Board of Aldermen adjourned at 11 :25 A.M. 41 PASSED AND APPROVED this //7e day of a 1.-2.Cd—:1977. fiMAYO ATTEST: 4-1 / f(,.. - CITY CLERK I R. B. ELECTRIC CO, INC. 3701 Seymour Highway 7 -7,.., WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS 76309 IICONSTRUCTION ESTIMATE OWNER CITY OF WICHITA FALLS Project SL-CD7G IIEstimate No. 1 & FINAL IEstimate Period Ended December 29, 1976 Amount of Contract 4,986.00 I ITEM UNIT 1 EST. QUAN. WORK DONE PRICE! AMOUNT IIIInstall 400 watt H.P.S. Ea. 278 278 9.00 2,502.00 Luminaires and Lamps j Remove Existing 400 Watt Ea. 276 276 9.00 2,484.00 111 Mercury Vapor Luminaires and Lamps 1 i 1 APPROVED BY: Amount of work done to date 4,986.00 I Ed llschner, Jr. , P. E. Director of Traffic and Less Previous Payments 0- Transportation IIIAmount Due this Estimate 4,986.00 Less Misc. Charges 0- IllPaid Check No._ M_____ Date----- a I I i'II 7a._/