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Min 10/16/2001 447 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building October 16, 2001 Items 1 & 2 The City Council 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: Jerry Lueck - Mayor Bill Altman - Mayor Pro Tern Arthur Bea Williams - Councilors Linda Ammons - James Esther, Jr Johnny Burns - Harold Hawkins - James Berzina - City Manager Bill Sullivan - City Attorney Lydia Torres - City Clerk Mayor called the meeting to order. Item 2 Public comments were made by the following. David Brock, 1819 Hines. Item 3 Pastor George Davis, New Harvest Church, gave the invocation. Item 4 a Mayor proclaimed the month of October 2001 as "Fire Prevention Month" in Wichita Falls. Fire Marshall David Collins recognized all students who participated in the fire prevention poster, essay and PSA contests. He made presentations to the winners of these contests. He noted that there were 600 participants. He gave special recognition to Golden Corral for being the Corporate Sponsor of this worthwhile program. Councilor Williams read a proclamation recognizing Zundelowitz Jr. High School for all its achievements and proclaiming October 29, 2001 as "Zundelowitz Jr. High School Day". Item 4 b Board of Commerce and Industry will make a presentation at the November 6, 2001 Council meeting. 448 Item 5 The Minutes were approved as distributed. Item 6a-7e City Manager gave a briefing on the items listed under the Consent Agenda. Moved by Councilor Altman that the consent agenda be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Williams, Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 6a Bid was awarded to John Deere through the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments Cooperative Purchasing Program in the amount of $96,798.00 for the purchase of three John Deere tractors. Item 7 Minutes of the following board and commission meetings were received. a. Wichita Falls Library Advisory Board — September 25, 2001 b. Wichita Falls Traffic Safety Commission — September 5, 2001 c. Wichita Falls Park Board Meeting — September 27, 2001 d. Wichita Falls Arts Commission — September 26, 2001 e. Wichita Falls Landmark Commission — September 20, 2001 Item 8a ORDINANCE NO. 100-2001 ORDINANCE REVISING CHAPTER 90 SOLID WASTE TO REFLECT THE CONVERSION OF MANUAL CURBSIDE SERVICE TO AUTOMATED CONTAINER SERVICE; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Moved by Councilor Esther that Ordinance No.100-2001 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Williams. Councilor Williams suggested that the water bills be used to notify citizens that the containers not be left out 24-hours a day. Motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Williams, Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 8b ORDINANCE NO. 101-2001 ORDINANCE SETTING THE CHARGE FOR 10 CUBIC YARD ROLL-OFF CONTAINER REFUSE SERVICE; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW 449 Item 8b continued Moved by Councilor Williams that Ordinance No.101-2001 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Williams, Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9a RESOLUTION NO. 122-2001 RESOLUTION APPROVING A THIRD GENERATION NON-ANNEXATION AGREEMENT WITH MIRANT WICHITA FALLS, L.P., GUARANTEEING ITS IMMUNITY FROM ANNEXATION FOR A PERIOD OF SEVEN YEARS BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2002; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Councilor Williams stepped out of Council Chambers. Moved by Councilor Altman that Resolution No.122-2001 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9b RESOLUTION NO. 123-2001 RESOLUTION VOIDING THE REMAINING YEARS OF THE INTERSPACE SERVICES, INC. CONTRACT WITH THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, EFFECTIVE MARCH 31, 2002; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Councilor Williams returned to Council Chambers. Moved by Councilor Altman that Resolution No. 123-2001 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Ammons and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Williams, Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9c RESOLUTION NO. 124-2001 RESOLUTION APPROVING CERTAIN GRANTS TO ARTS AGENCIES AS RECOMMENDED BY THE WICHITA FALLS ARTS COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH SUCH AGENCIES; DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Moved by Councilor Williams that Resolution No.124 -2001 be passed. 550 Item 9c continued Motion seconded by Councilor Esther and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Williams, Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10a Moved by Councilor Altman to award the bid to Texas Department of Transportation through the State General Services Commission Cooperative Purchasing Program for the purchase of L.E.D. traffic signal lamps in the amount of $171,053.90. Motion seconded by Councilor Burns and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lueck, Councilors Williams, Ammons, Esther, Altman, Burns, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 11 a Councilor Esther stated that there was continued concern about the crime on the eastside, however, he knows that the Police Department is doing the best they can. He suggested developing the Neighborhood Watch Program. Police Chief stated that the perception of crime is different from the reality. He stated they are actively working and offenders are being arrested and put in jail, however they get out on bond and move around. He agreed that the Neighborhood Watch Programs are another way to help deter crime. Councilor Ammons commented that the residents in Floral Heights are taking their neighborhood back and working to keep it safe. Councilor Hawkins asked if Missile Road was supposed to have street lights. Mr. Bob Parker replied that only at the intersections but he will check into it. Councilor Hawkins asked that Sheppard Air Force Base be contacted about aggressive drivers near the Base. Councilor Hawkins mentioned that the City is checking into helping and aiding employees and their families who are being called out for military service. Councilor Williams stated that in view of the fact that police officers are and will be required to do extra service on critical things around the community, she suggested that the Police Chief check into law enforcement grants to help defray some of the costs. Councilor Ammons commented that the "Tops In Blue" was an outstanding performance. Councilor Burns agreed that it was a great performance. Councilor Burns expressed appreciation to the Police Chief and his Staff for the job they are doing. Councilor Altman asked Mr. Bob Parker to check the string of lights that are out on Hamilton Blvd. by the tennis courts. He asked that Mr. Parker also look into the lights on the 1800 block of Hines. Councilor Altman mentioned that a letter had been received from a previous resident of the City who was visiting in Wichita Falls with his family. They had a bad experience that involved a security guard wearing what appeared to be a police officer's uniform. Councilor Altman asked the Police Chief to check into this to determine the security guards dress code. City Manager stated that Staff is investigating that and they will respond to this person. Councilor Williams suggested that the Corporate Office of that hotel also be informed. 551 Item 11 b City Manager informed that 12th, 13th and 141h Streets will be changed back to two-way streets. Public notice will be given on these changes. Mr. Parker stated that this is scheduled to begin in two weeks. Councilor Esther asked if the blue signs designating lodging, food, fuel, etc. will be set up along the overhead. Mr. Parker informed that TXDOT was working on that. City Manager informed that staff is getting ready to take bids for the two vacant fire stations, located on Fillmore Street and on Midwestern Parkway. If Council does not have any objections, they are going to proceed. Councilor Altman asked about the newspaper receptacles for recycling and where they are located now that these stations are vacant. Mr. George Bonnett informed that they are located at all the active fire stations. Councilor Ammons expressed appreciation to the Fire Department for all that they do for the community. Item 11 c City Council went into Executive Session at 10:14 a.m. as authorized by Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code. City Council reconvened at 11:15 a.m. Mayor stated that no votes or action was taken in Executive Session. City Council adjourned at 11:15 a.m. PASSED AND APPROVED this day of , 2001. J RRYLUECK MAYOR ATTEST: Lydia Torres j City Clerk i 1 1 1 NOTICE OF MEETING Regular Meeting Of The Mayor And City Council Of The City Of Wichita Falls, Texas To Be Held In The City Council Chambers Of The Memorial Auditorium, 1300 Seventh Street, On Tuesday, October 16, 2001 , Beginning At 8:30 a.m. City Council: Mayor Gerald Lueck - Councilors Arthur Bea Williams, Linda Ammons, James Esther, William Altman, Johnny Burns, and Harold Hawkins 1 . Call to Order. 2. Comments From The Public To Members Of The City Council On Items That Are Not On The City Council Agenda. (The Regular agenda will begin upon completion of public comments, or no later than 9:00 a.m. Individuals who prior to this Council meeting signed up to speak, but could not be heard before 9:00 a.m. due to time constraints, may speak at the conclusion of the meeting.) TELEVISED SERVICES TO BEGIN 3. Invocation: Pastor George Davis New Harvest Church 4. Presentations: (a) Fire Prevention Month (b) BCl/Economic Development Operations 5. Approval of Minutes. CONSENT AGENDA 6. Award of Bids: a. Purchase Of Three (3) John Deere Tractors Through The Houston-Galveston Area Council Of Governments Cooperative Purchasing Program In The Amount Of $96,798.00 7. Receive Minutes: a. Wichita Falls Library Advisory Board — September 25, 2001 City Council Agenda Tuesday, October 16, 2001 Page 2 b. Wichita Falls Traffic Safety Commission — September 5, 2001 c. Wichita Falls Park Board Meeting — September 27, 2001 d. Wichita Falls Arts Commission — September 26, 2001 e. Wichita Falls Landmark Commission — September 20, 2001 REGULAR AGENDA 8. Ordinances: a. Ordinance Revising Chapter 90 Solid Waste To Reflect Automated Collection For Curbside Service. (City Council Bill #243) b. Ordinance Setting Fees For Ten Cubic Yard Roll-Off Containers. (City Council Bill #244) 9. Resolutions: a. Resolution Approving A Third Generation Non-Annexation Agreement With Mirant Wichita Falls, L.P., Guaranteeing Its Immunity From Annexation For A Period Of Seven Years Beginning January 1, 2002. (City Council Bill #245) b. Resolution Voiding The Remaining Years Of The Interspace Services, Inc., Effective March 31, 2002. (City Council Bill #246) c. Resolution Approving Certain Grants To Arts Agencies As Recommended By The Wichita Falls Arts Commission And Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into Contracts With Such Agencies. (City Council Bill #247) 10. Award of Bids: a. Purchase Of L.E.D. Traffic Signal Lamps Through The State General Services Commission Cooperative Purchasing Program In The Amount Of $171,053.90. 11 . Other Council Matters: a. Discussion Of Items Of Concern To Members Of The City Council. City Council Agenda Tuesday, October 16, 2001 Page 3 b. Staff/Council Discussion. c. Executive Session: Annual Evaluation For Council Appointees As Authorized By Section 551 .074 Of The Texas Government Code. 12. Adjourn. Wheelchair or handicapped accessibility to the meeting is possible by using the handicapped parking spaces and ramp located off the east parking lot on the Sixth Street entrance. Spanish language interpreters, deaf interpreters, Braille copies or any other special needs will be provided to any person requesting a special service with at least 24 hours notice. Please call the City Clerk's Office at 761-7409. CERTIFICATION I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board at Memorial Auditorium, Wichita Falls, Texas on the day of , 20 at o'clock (a.m.)(p.m.). City Clerk ADDENDUM TO NOTICE OF MEETING Regular Meeting Of The Mayor And City Council Of The City Of Wichita Falls, Texas To Be Held In The City Council Chambers Of The Memorial Auditorium On Tuesday, October 16, 2001, Beginning At 8:30 a.m. ADDENDUM TO REGULAR AGENDA 4. Presentations (cont'd): BCl/Economic Development Operations 11 . Other Council Matters: c. Executive Session: (1) Annual Evaluation For Council Appointees As Authorized By Section 551 .074 Of The Texas Government Code.