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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Wichita Falls, Texas
Memorial Auditorium Building
May 17, 2005
Item 1
The City Council of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas met in regular session on the above
date in the Council Chambers of the Memorial Auditorium Building at 8:30 o'clock a.m., with the
following members present:
Arthur Bea Williams - Mayor
Linda Ammons - Councilors
James Esther, Jr. -
Michael Norrie -
Ray Gonzalez -
Charles Elmore -
Darron Leiker - Interim City Manager
Bill Sullivan - City Attorney
Lydia Ozuna - City Clerk
Mayor called the meeting to order.
Item 2a
Councilor James Esther gave the invocation.
Item 2b
Councilor Gonzalez led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Williams informed that Items 7 and 8 would be considered at this time.
Item 7
Mayor Williams proclaimed the week of May 15-21, 2005 as "Armed Forces Week" in
Wichita Falls. Col. Kendall accepted the proclamation and expressed appreciation to the City for
their involvement at Sheppard Air Force Base. He invited everyone to attend the week's activities
at Sheppard Air Force Base.
Mayor Williams proclaimed the week of May 15-21, 2005 as "Police Week in Wichita Falls".
Police Chief Bachman and Sgt. Cindy Walker accepted the proclamation. Chief Bachman invited
everyone to attend the Police Memorial Service May 20 at 10:00 a.m. Chief Bachman expressed
appreciation to the officers and their families for the sacrifices they make serving as officers and
protecting our citizens and City.
Mayor Williams proclaimed May 17, 2005 as "Charlie Byars Day in Wichita Falls". Mr.
Byars accepted the proclamation and expressed appreciation for this recognition, noting that it was
an honor to serve the City of Wichita Falls and Wichita County. The Wichita County Amateur
Radio operators are a team and we do our job.
Mayor Williams proclaimed May 17, 2005 as Wichita County Amateur Radio Day in Wichita
Falls". Mr. Charlie Byars and Mr. David Gaines accepted the proclamation. Mr. Gaines expressed
appreciation on behalf of the spotters for this recognition.
Item 8
The Minutes were approved as distributed.
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Item 3
Mrs. Lydia Ozuna, City Clerk, and Mayor Williams canvassed the returns of the General-
Special Municipal Election held in the City of Wichita Falls on May 7, 2005.
Item 3a
ORDINANCE NO. 30-2005
ORDINANCE CANVASSING THE RETURNS OF THE MUNICIPAL GENERAL-
SPECIAL ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS ON MAY
7, 2005; 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. 30-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Elmore.
Councilor Esther and Councilor Elmore agreed to amend the Ordinance to
insert the following figures in the blanks:
. . . 9320 voters voted in said election, and that votes were cast as follows:
MAYOR:
Lanham Lyne received 4674 votes.
Brian A. Laffertry received 328 votes.
Jim Wynn received 158 votes.
Bob Castor received 235 votes.
Timothy Ingle received 2250 votes.
Robert Johnston received 241 votes.
Emmitt Smith received 131 votes.
Tobby Perez received 984 votes.
Don Roberts received 178 votes.
COUNCILOR AT LARGE:
Bobby Hall received 342 votes.
Ben Valadez, Jr. received 1693 votes.
Jill King received 1775 votes.
Lisa Gunnell received 369 votes.
Rick D. Hatcher received 1960 votes.
Jim Ginnings received 2228 votes.
William R. Adams, Jr. received 32 votes.
John Reberger received 74 votes.
Terry Madison received 84 votes.
Vikki Holcomb received 586 votes.
COUNCILOR DISTRICT 1:
Linda R. Ammons received 708 votes.
COUNCILOR DISTRICT 2:
Dorothy Roberts-Burns received 467 votes.
Richard Kulka received 163 votes.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Williams, Councilors Ammons, Esther, Norrie, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Nays: None
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Item 4
City Clerk Lydia Ozuna administered the official Oath of Office to newly elected Mayor
Lanham Lyne, Councilor Linda Ammons, Councilor Jim Ginnings, and Councilor Dorothy Roberts-
Burns.
Councilor Norrie expressed appreciation to Mayor Arthur Bea Williams for her service to
the City of Wichita Falls, and presented her with a memento of appreciation from the City Council
and a gift from Staff.
Councilor Norrie expressed appreciation to Councilor James Esther for his service to the
City of Wichita Falls and District 2. He presented Councilor Esther with a gift.
City Council recessed at 10:00 a.m. for a reception honoring outgoing Mayor Williams and
Councilor Esther, and incoming Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ammons, Ginnings, and Roberts-Burns.
City Council reconvened at 10:30 a.m.
Item 5
Mayor Lyne called the meeting to order.
Item 6
Jane Austin, #39 Dayton, PO Box 3367, A&A Security Service, stated that she was in favor
of the Police encryption but not of the solidarity. She is concerned about the security issues for
her company and felt they needed to know when they were going to come into a dangerous
situation. We are out there for public safety and security and we want to do our job.
Timothy D. Spitler, 1150 Grace Street, informed that he had purchased the 2007 Harriet
property. He stated that 90 days ago the Council had authorized him 90 days to rehab that
property, however, he has not obtained substantial completion and is requesting additional time to
complete the rehabilitation process.
Mayor stated that this item was not on the agenda so Council cannot take action or discuss
it. Mayor requested that Mr. Spitler put his request in writing and submit it to the City Clerk to be
put on next Council agenda.
Items 9a-10b
Interim City Manager gave a briefing on the items listed under the Consent Agenda.
Councilor Norrie requested Item 10a be moved to the regular agenda.
Moved by Councilor Gonzalez that the Consent Agenda be approved with the exception of
Item 10a.
Motion seconded by Councilor Norrie and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Norrie, Gonzalez, and
Elmore
Nays: None
Item 9a
Minutes of the March 22, 2005 Library Advisory Board meeting were received.
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Item 10b
RESOLUTION NO. 75-2005
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING A CONFLICT OF INTEREST WAIVER FOR A CITY
EMPLOYEE QUALIFYING FOR VARIOUS U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FUNDED PROGRAMS; FINDING AND
DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS
PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW
Item 10a
RESOLUTION NO. 74 -2005
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) 5-YARD DUMP TRUCKS
FROM WICHITA FALLS FREIGHTLINER, IN THE AMOUNT OF $111,650.00.
FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS
RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY
LAW
Moved by Councilor Gonzalez that Resolution No. 74-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Norrie.
Councilor Norrie asked if items of this amount should be on the regular agenda.
Interim City Manager informed that if they are good clean bids, the item is usually on the
consent agenda. Mrs. Peggy Gahagan reported that these items came in under the
budgeted amount and were good clean bids.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Norrie, Gonzalez, and
Elmore
Nays: None
Item 11 a
A public hearing was held to authorize a franchise renewal for Taxicab Service to Davilla
Transportation, Inc. DBA All American Transportation All American Cab.
Mayor declared the public hearing open.
City Clerk provided information regarding the renewal of this franchise noting that in
September 2004 Council authorized Mr. Ramirez a franchise with a six-month probationary period
because of ongoing complaints as to his business ethics. City Clerk informed that the financial
statement does not meet Code requirements. The Taxi Oversight Committee met with Mr. Claudio
Ramirez, Sr. and Jose Ramirez, Manager of the Company, and explained in detail what they
needed to provide in particular the financial statement. City Clerk reported that the complaints
continue regarding Mr. Ramirez business ethics.
Mr. Claudio Ramirez, Sr., 2013 Elizabeth, provided his business experience and
background noting that he tries to do the best he can.
City Clerk provided information on the complaints and other areas of concern, as well as
Code requirements for cab drivers.
City Attorney concurred that this franchise has not met Code requirements regarding their
financial statement, adding that it was not provided by a Certified Public Accountant.
Councilor Ginnings asked about the safety of the vehicles. City Clerk deferred to Mr. Leiker
who informed that there were no safety issues at this time.
Councilor Ginnings asked Mr. Ramirez if he understood that he has to comply with these
things. Mr. Ramirez replied that he should know what the requirements are. Councilor Ginnings
clarified to Mr. Ramirez that he has to follow the rules. Mr. Ramirez was uncertain as to the
meaning of a Certified Public Accountant. Mr. Jose Ramirez stated that he did not know if their
accountant was a CPA or not.
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Item 11a continued
Mr. Jody Wade, 201 East Scott, stated that this Company continues to violate City
Ordinances. He informed on some of the violations. On May 7, Davilla Transportation had an
intoxicated driver and his company was called to transport those persons to the Base. Davilla
Transportation overcharges airman by not running their meters and charging a group rate. They
also transport more than six passengers at one time. All this has a bad impact on the City. They
park their cabs on McNiel and Elizabeth Streets. They advertise on the website that they have
smoking and non-smoking cabs, which is in direct violation of no smoking in the cabs. He
mentioned that they use scanners in the cabs, which is another Code violation. Mr. Wade
mentioned other violations. He said that Mr. Ramirez was not going to fix any of these or other
problems and there is enough evidence that Mr. Ramirez is not going to change his work habits
because he has been doing this for years. Mr. Wade asked Council to make the right decision
today and not allow Mr. Ramirez a cab franchise.
Mr. Ramirez rebutted that the scanner situation began when two of Mr. Wade's drivers left
his company and began working for Mr. Ramirez, bringing the scanners with them.
Mayor called for additional public comments. There being none, Mayor declared the public
hearing closed.
Item 12a
ORDINANCE NO. 31-2005
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A FRANCHISE RENEWAL FOR TAXICAB
SERVICE TO DAVILLA TRANSPORTATION, INC. DBA ALL AMERICAN
TRANSPORTATION ALL AMERICAN CAB; FINDING AND DETERMINING
THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Ginnings that proposed ordinance No. 31-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Gonzalez.
Mayor Lyne stated that the ordinances were created for the City's best interest and must be
complied with.
Moved by Councilor Ginnings that Davilla Transportation, Inc. be authorized a 30-day
probationary period and if Mr. Ramirez does not comply by providing a proper financial statement
and adhere to the Code, his franchise will automatically be revoked at the end of that 30-day
period, June 17, 2005.
Motion seconded by Councilor Gonzalez and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Roberts-Burns, Gonzalez,
Nays: Councilors Ammons, Norrie, and Elmore
Item 12b
A proposed Ordinance waiving appendix A Section 6.2 (B) (3) of the Code of Ordinances
with respect to placing curb and gutter at Ranch Estates, Block 2, Lot 14-B was presented.
Moved by Councilor Ammons that proposed Ordinance be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Elmore.
Bobby Nunn, 2600 Britain Road, representing Quality Homes, requested a waiver for curb
and gutter on Cartwright Road. He noted that there are no curbs and gutters out in that area.
Scott Taylor, Director of Public Works, pointed out that there were properties that were
granted curb and gutter waivers prior to the new Ordinance that is now in place. Mr. Taylor
provided the requirements set out under the current Ordinance. He noted that Cartwright Road is
not on the improvement project list and he has no idea when curb and gutter will be put in out
there.
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Item 12b continued
Councilor Ginnings suggested that somehow within the framework of the law, Council grant
a waiver with the stipulation that at such time as that Road is built or improved or other conditions
that evoke a review that that development will be assessed. They can look forward to that. He
felt that the proposed ordinance was somewhat inadequate the way it is written right now.
Councilor Norrie stated that instead of granting waivers, that the ordinance be changed.
He suggested that the Mayor create a Council subcommittee to revisit the curb and gutter
ordinance.
Arnold Oliver, 2408 Merrimac, spoke in favor of this ordinance. He disagreed with the idea
of asking people to put up escrow funds that will not be used in that area since there are no
foreseeable improvement plans in that area.
City Attorney informed that the current trigger is the platting process. At that time the City
can ask for certain requirements since it has leverage at that point. There are other issues to
discuss as well. Mr. Taylor informed that we are protected by Utility Ordinances. Lots have to be
platted to be served. But we really just have one opportunity to address drainage, streets, and
curb and gutter issues. Prior to this ordinance developers were required to pay for part of the
roads adjacent to their development. They are now required to be responsible for their own
streets.
Mayor commented that there seems to be some consistency in the past and I think we
should continue that practice. We also need for legal to follow up with clarification on the
ordinance regarding escrow and waivers. It needs to be reviewed.
Motion failed by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilors Ammons and Ginnings
Nays: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Roberts-Burns, Norrie, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Item 12c
ORDINANCE NO. 32-2005
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, WAIVING SECTIONS 82-62 AND 82-63 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO PERMIT SALES AND POSTING OF SIGNS DURING A TEXAS
TRAILS DAYS EVENT SPONSORED BY THE PLACE JUNE 4, 2005 IN THE
CENTRAL AREA OF LUCY PARK; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE
MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE
PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW
Moved by Councilor Roberts-Burns that Ordinance No. 32-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Gonzalez and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Norrie, Gonzalez, and
Elmore
Nays: None
Item 12d
ORDINANCE NO. 33 -2005
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, MAKING APPROPRIATIONS IN VARIOUS FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$345,600 FOR ACOUSTICAL TREATMENTS FOR THE KAY YEAGER
COLISEUM; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH
THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED
BY LAW
Moved by Councilor Elmore that Ordinance No. 33-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Roberts-Burns.
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Item 12d continued
Bob Sullivan, MPEC Executive Director, stated that he has been out in the community
getting acquainted, since he has been here only six weeks, and promoting MPEC. He received
comments and concerns, which are being addressed. The sound system is a challenge.
Councilor Norrie stepped out of Council Chambers.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Nays: None
Item 12e
ORDINANCE NO. 34-2005
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM GENERAL FUND EQUITY FOR
THE SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION STYLED ENRIQUE MIRANDA
MENDOZA V. CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, ET AL, CIVIL ACTION NO. 7-03CV-179-
R; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS
ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY
LAW
Moved by Councilor Roberts-Burns that Ordinance No. 34-2005 be passed with the amount
of$40,000 inserted in the blank in Section 1.
Motion seconded by Councilor Elmore and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Nays: None
Item 13a
RESOLUTION NO. 76 -2005
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, AWARDING A BID TO PAYLESS INSULATION, INCORPORATED IN
THE AMOUNT OF $345,600 FOR THE ACOUSTICAL TREATMENT PROJECT AT
THE KAY YEAGER COLISEUM; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE
MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE
PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW
Moved by Councilor Elmore that Resolution No. 76 -2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Ammons and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Nays: None
Item 13b
RESOLUTION NO. 77-2005
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, APPOINTING MS. SUSAN MORRIS OF THE WICHITA FALLS-WICHITA
COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT AS THE LOCAL RABIES CONTROL
AUTHORITY FOR THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS; FINDING AND DETERMINING
THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN
TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW
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Item 13b continued
Moved by Councilor Ammons that Resolution No. 77-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Ginnings and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Nays: None
Councilor Norrie returned to Council Chambers.
Item 13c
RESOLUTION NO. 78-2005
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO THE 2004 PUMP
REPLACEMENT PROJECT, CWF04-550-16 IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,662.80
AND 30 CALENDAR DAYS; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING
AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS
REQUIRED BY LAW
Moved by Councilor Ammons that Resolution No. 78-2005 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Gonzalez and carried by the following vote.
Councilor Ammons stepped out of Council Chambers.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Roberts-Burns, Norrie, Gonzalez, and Elmore
Nays: None
Item 13d
A proposed resolution to award bid and contract for the 2005 CDBG Street Rehabilitation
Project was presented.
Moved by Councilor Elmore that proposed resolution be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Norrie.
Councilor Ammons returned to Council Chambers.
Zack Burkett III, 2600 Old Burk Road, President of Zack Burkett, informed that All Tex
Paving, Inc. has failed to pay him for materials that his company sold to them in the approximate
amount of$345,000. He said that Zack Burkett has filed a claim and notified All Tex Paving, Inc.
and their bonding company as well as the City of Wichita Falls. We have had no written response
from All Tex Paving, Inc. Mr. Burkett wanted to make the Council aware of these facts and as a tax
payer he feels it is important for our local government to do business with honorable businesses. It
cost the City public money to monitor this claim. In light of all this, the City would be ill advised to
award this bid to All Tex Paving, Inc. and it would not be in the public's best interest.
Councilor Elmore asked Mr. Burkett about his bid. Mr. Burkett stated that their bid was
submitted in good faith but was deemed incomplete, however, that has nothing to do with why I am
here today. He explained that his bid had original documents that contained an error, which they
corrected and submitted the addendum. His understanding was that the bid was incomplete
because they did not fill out both the original documents and the addendum. Normally we fill out
only the addendum. Our bid was $220,000 and we are the second bidder. I do not expect you to
issue me the contract. All Tex Paving Inc. is in arrears.
City Attorney informed that there was an addendum submitted. His bid did not include the
pages required and I believe it is in order to reject his bid. Regarding All Tex Paving, Inc. the law
requires us to obtain a performance payment bond to protect the supplier. If they are not paid they
fall back on that bond and Mr. Burkett has done that. Based on the information I have today I
cannot tell you All Tex Paving, Inc. is in default and that you should award this bid to them. I am
not prepared to tell you that because I do not have the facts to support that.
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Item 13d continued
Mr. Scott Taylor informed that this is All Tex Paving, Inc.'s first project with the City. We
have not brought the project to the Council as complete yet.
Motion failed by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilor Elmore
Nays: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Norrie, and Gonzalez
Item 13e
RESOLUTION NO. 79-2005
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, CREATING A CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR TAX
INCREMENT FINANCING REINVESTMENT ZONE #2; FINDING AND
DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS
PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW
Moved by Councilor Ammons that Resolution No. 79-2005 be passed with the names of
Ben Filer, Ann Bishop, and Susan Plies being inserted in the blanks in Section 1.
Motion seconded by Councilor Gonzalez and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Lyne, Councilors Ginnings, Ammons, Roberts-Burns, Norrie, Gonzalez, and
Elmore
Nays: None
Item 14a
Councilor Ammons complimented John Burris, Central Services, for being an outstanding
employee. She would like to see a more citizen friendly atmosphere.
Councilor Ammons noted that there are so many people who have become interested in
City government and who are interested in participating in creating a long range project committee.
She hopes that the Mayor would lead us in that direction.
Councilor Ammons welcomed the newly elected officials.
Councilor Gonzalez had suggested that candidates running for office apply to serve on City
boards because this was a good way to get their feet wet in City government.
Councilor Gonzalez thanked Chief Bachman for addressing the speeding situation on
Holiday Street effectively.
Councilor Norrie welcomed the new Council members. He commented that this was a
unique time for Wichita Falls because there are so many opportunities for our City in many areas.
We have some good experienced persons on the Council.
Councilor Norrie stated that he had spoken to the City Attorney about the need for the City
Charter to be looked at specifically the section on Recalls. He asked the Mayor to put together a
Council subcommittee to review this issue.
Councilor Elmore agreed with Councilor Norrie on the City Charter review. He would like to
have a lot of citizen participation from all districts.
Councilor Roberts-Burns stated that she is here to work with the citizens of Wichita Falls to
make it a better place to live.
Councilor Ginnings stated that he wants to be a listener to all the districts but does not want
to get in the way of any councilor in their district. I am glad to be here. I think we have an
opportunity to get the City healed and pointed in the right direction.
Councilor Ginnings asked for some input from the Mayor and staff to look at the curb and
gutter ordinance. I think it is inadequate.
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Item 14a continued
Councilor Ginnings asked for a report on the Civil Service Commission. He would like to
know what directives, if any, the Council could impose on that Commission.
Councilor Ginnings stated that he would have liked for staff to inform Council prior to
Council meeting of the problem with All Tex Paving, Inc. and Zack Burkett.
Mayor Lyne stated that it is a privilege to be here. It is a great opportunity for all of us.
Mayor Lyne requested that the Councilors provide him with a list of projects/items that they
want to accomplish in six months and in one year. That will give him some guidance as to where
they want to go. I want us to work together. He wants to attend District town hall meetings and he
would like to conduct a town hall meeting on a quarterly basis with the City Manager to give the
citizens an opportunity to express their concerns and to talk with them.
Item 14b
There was no Staff/Council discussion.
City Council adjourned at 12:55 p. m.
PASSED AND APPROVED this day of 2005.
LANHAM LYNE
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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Lydia Ozuna
t� City Clerk
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, May
17, 2005, Beginning At 8.30 a.m.
City Council: Mayor Arthur Bea Williams, Councilors Linda
Ammons, James Esther, Michael Norrie, Ray
Gonzalez, and Charles Elmore.
1 . Call to Order.
2. (a) Invocation: Floral Heights Assembly of God
Russell Adams Pastor
(b) Pledge Of Allegiance
3. Canvass The Returns Of The Municipal General-Special
Election Held In The City Of Wichita Falls, Texas On May 7,
2005.
(a) Ordinance Canvassing The Returns Of The Municipal
General-Special Election Held In The City Of Wichita Falls,
Texas On May 7, 2005. (Council Bill #106)
4. Administering Of Official Oath To Newly Elected Mayor and
Council Members.
RECESS
5. Call To Order.
6. Comments From The Public To Members Of The City Council
Concerning Items That Are Not On The City Council Agenda.
People Wishing To Address The Council Should Sign Up Prior To
The Meeting Commencing. A Five Minutes Time Frame Will Be
Adhered To For Those Addressing Their Concerns.
City Council Agenda
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
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7. Presentations: (a) Police Week
(b) Charlie Byars Day
8. Approval Of Minutes.
CONSENT AGENDA
9. Receive Minutes:
a. Library Advisory Board Minutes-March 22, 2005
10. Resolutions:
a. Resolution Authorizing Award Of Bid For The Purchase Of
Two (2) 5-Yard Dump Trucks To Wichita Falls Freightliner In
The Amount Of $111 ,650.00. (City Council Bill #107)
b. Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Wichita Falls,
Texas Authorizing A Conflict Of Interest Waiver For A City
Employee Qualifying For Various U.S. Department Of
Housing And Urban Development Funded Programs. (City
Council Bill #108)
REGULAR AGENDA
11 . Public Hearings:
a. A Public Hearing Regarding Authorizing A Franchise
Renewal For Taxicab Service To Davilla Transportation, Inc.
DBA All American Transportation All American Cab.
12. Ordinances:
a. An Ordinance Authorizing A Franchise Renewal For Taxicab
Service To Davilla Transportation, Inc. DBA All American
Transportation All American Cab. (City Council Bill #109)
b. Ordinance Waiving Appendix A Section 6.2 (B) (3) Of The
Code Of Ordinances With Respect To Placing Curb And
Gutter For Ranch Estates, Block 2, Lot 14-B (Cartwright
Road). (City Council Bill #110)
c. Ordinance Waiving Sections 82-62 And 82-63 Of The Code
Of Ordinances To Permit Sales And Posting Of Signs During
A Texas Trails Days Event Sponsored By The Place June 4,
2005 In The Central Area Of Lucy Park. (City Council Bill
City Council Agenda
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
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#111)
d. Ordinance Making Appropriations In Various Funds In The
Amount Of $345,600 For Acoustical Treatments For The Kay
Yeager Coliseum. (City Council Bill #112)
e. Ordinance Making An Appropriation From General Fund
Equity For Settlement Of Civil Action No. 7-03CV-179-R,
Enrique Miranda Mendoza v. City of Wichita Falls, et al.
(City Council Bill 1#113)
13. Resolutions:
a. Award Of Bid To Payless Insulation, Incorporated In The
Amount Of $345,600 For The Acoustical Treatment Project
At The Kay Yeager Coliseum (City Council Bill #114)
b. Resolution To Appoint Ms. Susan Morris, R.S. Of The
Environmental Health Division Of The Wichita Falls-Wichita
County Public Health District To Act As The Local Rabies
Control Authority For The City Of Wichita Falls. (City
Council Bill #115)
c. Resolution To Approve Change Order No. 1 To The 2004
Pump Replacement Project, CWF04-550-16 (City Council
Bill #116)
d. Resolution To Award Bid And Contract For The 2005 CDBG
Street Rehabilitation Project (CWF05-204-33) (City Council
Bill #117)
e. Resolution Creating A Citizens Advisory Committee For Tax
Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone #2. (City Council
Bill #118)
14. Other Council Matters:
a. Discussion Of Items Of Concern To Members Of The City
Council.
b. Staff/Council Discussion.
15. Adjourn.
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possible by using the handicapped parking spaces and ramp
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Tuesday, May 17, 2005
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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