Min 10/20/1998 310
Wichita Falls, Texas
Memorial Auditorium Building
October 20, 1998
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:
Kay Yeager - Mayor
Don Johnston - Councilors
Dan Shine -
Bill Altman -
Johnny Burns -
Bud Beaty -
James Berzina - City Manager
Greg Humbach - City Attorney
Lydia Torres - City Clerk
Angus Thompson - Absent
Mayor Yeager called the meeting to order.
Invocation was given by Reverend Jerry Dingmore, Fairway Baptist Church.
Item 3a
Mayor Yeager proclaimed October 19-23, 1998 as "National Business Women's Week"
in recognition of the work of the working women of the nation, Texas and Wichita Falls.
Item 4
No one signed up for public comments.
Item 10a-1
Mayor asked that this item be taken out of sequence.
Mayor commented that they had been working very hard through our Greater Texoma
Air Quality Coalition to achieve non-inclusion from the Metroplex in the issue of air quality. Mr.
Carlos Davis has been instrumental in helping all of us work with TNRCC to achieve this goal.
This Coalition is comprised of all the public entities in Wichita County and Wilbarger County,
and we also have the support of most, if not all, of the major industries in these two counties
which would be adversely affected if we were taken into the Metroplex area on this issue. Mr.
Davis will give a presentation that was given to the TNRCC Commission about two weeks ago
which was very instrumental in achieving our non-inclusion in the Metroplex. Mr. Davis and Mr.
Steve Zimmerman of RMT worked very close with TNRCC on this issue.
Mr. Carlos Davis informed that the government group was working very effectively as
an industry-governmental coalition to determine what makes sense, what doesn't, and
whether or not to include us in the non-attainment area. This presentation was made to the
three TNRCC Commissioners. He informed that the Commissioners are the ones who make
policy for the State under regulatory authority, and they have the option to determine what
areas make an impact in Dallas-Ft. Worth in its non-attainment for ozone.
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Mr. Davis made the presentation that was made to TNRCC, and noted that the Wichita
Falls area winds did not impact Dallas-Ft. Worth. The conclusion was if there is no contribution
why regulate us? Our recommendations to TNRCC Commissioners were to develop a
geographic sector approach based on sound science for proposing controls for transported
ozone, and that we use this geographical sector approach to eliminate areas that do not
contribute. Also, that we use those sectors that impact, and focus controls and efforts. Lastly,
we recommended that this approach be implemented for other non-attainment areas in the
State. Subsequent to this, at the Commissioners' meeting October 9, twenty counties were
eliminated including Wichita and Wilbarger Counties. As a caveat, we are waiting for the
State implementation plan for Dallas-Ft. Worth that is due to be written March, 1999. The
control strategies and proposals are currently being written. However, until the plan is written
and signed by the Governor it is not formally official; it is just a recommendation. Greater
Texoma Air Quality Coalition will be following and attending meetings as it is appropriate and
making input. It is our expectation that we will be formally excluded in the State
Implementation Plan for Dallas-Ft. Worth.
Mayor commented that we will continue to monitor the progress.
Item 5
The Minutes were approved as distributed.
City Manager gave a briefing on the items listed under the Consent Agenda.
Items 6a-7c
Moved by Councilor Johnston that the consent agenda be approved.
Motion seconded by Councilor Shine and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 6a
Bid was awarded for the City's annual supply of traffic control equipment to Hi-Tech
Signals, Inc. in the amount of$150,660.
Item 7a -7c
Minutes of the meeting of the following board and commissions were received:
a. Traffic Safety Commission - June 3, 1998.
b. Water Resources Commission - September 11, 1998.
c. Library Advisory Board - September 22, 1998.
Item 8a
ORDINANCE NO. 90-98
ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,000 FOR
PURCHASE OF CURBSIDE RECYCLING CONTAINERS AND
APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS TO THE SPECIAL REVENUE FUND;
DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS
PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Johnston that Ordinance No. 90-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Altman.
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Item 8a continued
Mayor mentioned a correction which was needed under Item IV. The date should be
8/31/99 not 8/31/98. Mr. Ron Smith agreed.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 8b
ORDINANCE NO. 91-98
AN ORDINANCE WAIVING SEC.22-1(A)(9) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
TO PERMIT SIGNS DURING A TENNIS TOURNAMENT OCTOBER 30 AND
31, 1998 IN HAMILTON AND WEEKS TENNIS CENTERS; DETERMINING
THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Johnston that Ordinance No. 91-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Beaty.
Mr. Jack Murphy noted that the request had not been received in time to send it before
the Park Board, however, the Park Board Chair did not think it would be a problem.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 8c
ORDINANCE NO. 92-98
ORDINANCE INCREASING FEES FOR SALE OF CEMETERY SPACES AND
FOR BURIAL SERVICES; DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH
THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS
REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Shine that Ordinance No. 92-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Beaty.
Mr. Jack Murphy provided figures on the expenditures and revenues, and mentioned
that it has been a Council goal to have self-supporting cemeteries and this is a move in that
direction. He felt that with this increase we will be much closer to achieving self-support of the
operation. However, the expenses mentioned do not include any capital improvements for
expansion.
Councilor Altman summarized Mr. Murphy's information. The total earned revenue was
approximately $104,000, and of that amount $31,000 was taken from lot sales and put into the
Maintenance Fund, which left $73,000 net, after taking out maintenance. To that amount
$16,000 interest earned from the Maintenance Fund was added, totaling $89,000 of net
revenue available for operations. Under the proposed increase approximately $20,000 will be
added to that, bringing the figure to $109,000; and it costs $153,000-$155,000 per year to
operate. We would still have an operating deficit subsidized from General Fund. Even at
those increased rates we would still be below what the private market sector charges.
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Councilor Johnston expressed a concern about a decrease in revenue. I do not see
that we are going to reduce the amount we are taking out of general revenue. Councilor
Shine commented that if we stay with low rates we are affecting the private sector, but he felt
that if anything, the prices should go higher since we are so far behind the private sector.
Councilor Altman commented that although there would be a shrinkage in these figures, we
should strive to operate this part of our City operation at a little closer to a break even point.
The goal appears to be to stay competitive with the private market, not compete with them but
reach parity, where at some point expenses and revenue can offset each other.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 9a
RESOLUTION NO. 152-98
RESOLUTION AWARDING A BID TO COURT SPECIALISTS,
INCORPORATED FOR COMPUTER SOFTWARE AND RELATED SERVICES
FOR THE MUNICIPAL COURT AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF
COMPUTER EQUIPMENT THROUGH THE TEXAS COOPERATIVE
PURCHASING PROGRAM; DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH
THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS
REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Shine that Resolution No. 152-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Burns.
Mr. Jim Dockery informed that only one proposal was received but they felt comfortable
with that proposal. He explained the process. The users expressed approval of this proposal.
Councilor Altman suggested that every time a hardware/software proposal is submitted
to Council that a sentence be put in the commentary which states that the hardware and
software have been certified by the vendors for Y2K compliance.
Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 9b
RESOLUTION NO. 153-98
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH
BIGGS AND MATHEWS, INC. FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A GROUND
WATER MONITORING AND SAMPLING PROGRAM; DETERMINING THAT
THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN
TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Johnston that Resolution No. 153-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Beaty .
Mr. George Bonnett explained that there was a resignation of the TNRCC staff member
assigned to the City, and the successor raised issues which resulted in additional work by our
consultants beyond the scope of the original contract. However, over a period of time we look
to achieve substantial savings by having the modified plan approved.
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Motion carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 9c
RESOLUTION NO. 154-98
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ADVANCE FUNDING AGREEMENT FOR AN
URBAN STREET PROJECT ON BARNETT ROAD BETWEEN ATHLETIC
ROAD AND LAKE SHORE DRIVE; DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT
WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS
REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Burns that Resolution No. 154-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Shine and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
Item 9d
RESOLUTION NO. 155-98
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF VARIOUS AGED
RECEIVABLE ACCOUNTS TO DORMANT STATUS FOR SUBSEQUENT
COLLECTION AND DISTRIBUTION BY THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT OR CITY
COLLECTION AGENCY; DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH
THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS
REQUIRED BY LAW.
Moved by Councilor Johnston that Resolution No. 155-98 be passed.
Motion seconded by Councilor Beaty and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
City Council recessed at 9:55 a.m. and reconvened at 10:16 a.m.
Item 10a
Councilor Shine noted that Mr. Ron Looney had gone to the Appeal Board.
Councilor Burns congratulated BCI, its members, and staff on a successful Business
Expo. He also congratulated Mr. David Stephens on receiving the Small Business Owner of
the Year Award.
Councilor Altman expressed continued appreciation to the Staff for their work and the
positive reports from the citizens.
Councilor Beaty echoed Councilor Altman's comments and added that the Staff works
very hard to respond to Council and citizen requests. He also mentioned that Mayor Yeager
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has put a lot of effort into removing us from the air quality problem that Dallas-Ft. Worth has,
and he commended her for all her hard work and time spent on this.
Mayor expressed appreciation to Chair McBee, TNRCC Commission and Staff on the
air quality effort. She mentioned that at the Planning & Zoning meeting WalMart had removed
their plat and she expressed appreciation to them, the developers, Mr. Bobby Schaff, and City
Staff for working together to resolve this issue..
Item 10b
City Manager informed that the 4B Board had met and the proposal for $400,000 to
improve the second floor of the new Library died for a lack of a second. He suggested a
meeting of the sub-committee to determine what steps should be taken next before going back
to the 4B Board.
Mayor mentioned that she had a list of worksession topics and would like to get started
in resolving some of these. She suggested that we begin with drainage.
Councilor Shine commented that he felt we needed more partnering between the
Library .Committee and the 4B Board and work together on goals, possibly in a workshop with
the 4B Board.
Mr. Dave Clark presented a report on the Land Use Plan, a copy of which is attached
hereto as Exhibit A.
Mr. David Lehfeldt informed that a coin-operated water system is in operation and is
located on the base of the Reilly Road Tower, west of 1-44. It provides 100 gallons for twenty-
five cents in two minutes. We anticipate a lot of use and it is available to anyone.
Item 10a-2
Worksession was held on Kickapoo Airpark.
City Manager stated that Kickapoo Airpark is up for sale. Five-six years ago Council
authorized a study for the City becoming the owner of the AirPark. It was a three-part study
and after the first phase, Council decided they did not want to proceed with the study and did
not want to purchase the AirPark. He felt a Council discussion was needed to determine if
there is any interest to proceed for City acquisition. Another reason to discuss this is that the
information we know at this time and steps to be taken can be publicly discussed so that the
public can have the same knowledge we do as to why we are looking into this issue.
Councilor Shine asked for the cost of the study, funding, and the time frame. Mr.
Robert Parker responded that it would take approximately six months for the study but they
would put time limits on it. It would be paid from Airport Improvement monies and the City's
share would be 10%.
Mr. Parker informed that the study would involve an environment assessment, financial
status and appraisal of the AirPark. This would help to determine whether to purchase the
Airpark. Required studies after purchase would be an airport layout plan, a master plan and a
storm water retention detention plan. All of these plans are eligible for 90% FAA funding and
10% City funding which would come from Airport Equity.
Mayor noted that neither AIP Funds nor Airport Equity Funds could be used for any
non-aviation project.
Mr. Parker informed that in 1992 the cost of the study was approximately $50,500 and
now it would depend on how much we want done with the study and how far we want to go
with it. There is $1.5 million available to the City in AIP Funds at this time. AIP Funds would
pay for 90% of the land and the City would be responsible for the purchase of the buildings and
10% of the cost of the land purchased. He informed that there is 30 plus acres south of
Southwest Parkway which was included in the price of $1,590,000; prior to that it was
$1,495,000. There is 2 '/2 acres north of Hatton Road that is in the clear zone at the north end
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of the runway that should be included, but I don't know of a reason to include the 30 plus acres
south of Southwest Parkway or if the Federal Government would participate in the purchase of
that land.
Mayor asked Mr. Parker to discuss the fly-over and noise potential, if we proceeded
with the study and potential purchase, and if that area developed, leaving off the 39 acres
south of Southwest Parkway. Mr. Parker stated that there was an attempt to build in the 39
acres but it was denied because of the zoning. The 39 acres would be questionable and it
would have to be something that resulted from the study, that it was needed to protect the
Airport. That would be something that the FAA would have to determine as a portion of the
study. If someone built down there they could not get closer than to what the houses are north
of Hatton Road because they would have to be south of Southwest Parkway and the access
road. That is something we would have to look into. There is height hazard zoning legislation
which was passed in the early 80's, and we could use that to protect the south end of
Kickapoo if we felt that was necessary. We did that at Sheppard Air Force Base to protect
both ends of the runway from encroachment and to keep buildings from causing problems,
etc.
Councilor Johnston asked if the AirPark was sold right now, would the City have any
legal control over its future? Mr. Parker replied that we would not; it could be an industrial park.
There are some land leases that will begin to expire in the year 2000, 2001, 2002, but Legal
would have to look into that as to how they would be brought into this: Whether that is kept as
an airport would be between the lessee and the new owner. We would have no control what
the new owner does with it. City Manager clarified that we could not make them keep it as an
airport.
Mr. Parker noted that roughly 50% of corporate and general aviation is housed at
Kickapoo. It is our largest general aviation corporate airport in this local area, based on size
and number of aircraft and acreage.
Mayor stated that the Aviation Advisory Board did an in-depth study about the
possibility of building another general aviation airport. Mr. Parker informed that in order to be
able to get buildable land and to get out from under Sheppard and the local traffic, the study
put the airport quite a ways out. Eventually it ended up in another county. The end result of
that study was that no one would go out there to use it because of the distance from the City.
Another element of the study currently being considered is that the FAA would require, as a
part of this study, a determination of whether it is more economically feasible for the City to
purchase Kickapoo or build a new airport.
Councilor Shine felt the Municipal Airport lease which is up in 2009 is a short term. Mr.
Parker explained that a few years ago he had requested permission from Council to go back to
the Department of Defense to try and get a 25 year extension. Department Of Defense said
that if we re-negotiate the contract, the City would pay fair market value for the buildings that
the military built plus the land from the date of the lease forward to the amount of the
extension. This lease was negotiated with the Department of Defense, questioning why they
were taking 50 plus acres, three runways, hangars and a terminal building and only giving us
50 acres over here and giving us a 50 year lease. Why can't we have title to the land? The
general officer responded that we have never attempted this before and we don't want to
muddy the waters. We don't know if civil and aviation can co-exist. However, we have proven
in the past that we can co-exist. Mr. Parker said that he is preparing a package for Council to
determine what they want to do with the lease.
Councilor Altman asked that Council be provided a copy of the 1993 Study. As
general information, he mentioned that he owned interest in an airplane hangared at Kickapoo
and indirect interest in one of the hangars. Also, he informed that in the early 90's there was a
general attempt to market the Airport and he was one of some people approached with that
idea. There were some title problems, which made it impractical at that time. Some of his
friends have recently been approached with the new proposal to sell the Airport. It is now a
different situation in that the ownership problems have been resolved. The significance from
the City's standpoint is that as an operating airport currently it is not a losing proposition, but it
is not a profitable proposition. If the Airport is sold, there is a chance that it would be sold with
the intent to turn it into some other type of commercial development other than an airport. He
felt we should undertake the study to look at all the facets involved and the advisability and
practicability. Once we lose the Airport it would be difficult to find something to replace it.
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Mr. Parker noted that the City will have no note to pay, therefore, the City is a viable
purchaser. The Aviation Advisory Committee recommends the study. Mr. Parker stated that
he had discussed with the Realtor, Mr. Bill McGregor, the possibility of putting down some
earnest money to hold it and they are receptive to that. We could use Airport Equity money for
that.
Councilor Altman asked that if Council wanted to consider funding the study would we
have to put it on as an action item for next agenda? City Manager replied that Staff would
compile information on cost of the study and bring it back to Council as an agenda item.
Council concurred that it be put on as an agenda item. Mayor stated that an up-front condition
would be that we would have some assurance that we have an option on the property or
however that needs to be done in order to guarantee that the property would not be sold
before the study is completed. Council concurred with this condition and that the study be
placed on the agenda for Council consideration.
The City Council went into Executive Session at 11:05 a.m. as authorized by Section
551.074 of the Government Code, and reconvened at 2:35 p.m.
Item 10d
Moved by Councilor Beaty to appoint Philip "Brad" Altman to Place 11 of the Traffic
Safety Commission with term to expire 12/31/2001. Mr. Altman is replacing Mr. Mike Duncan
who is deceased.
Motion seconded by Councilor Johnston and carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Mayor Yeager, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Altman, Burns, and Beaty
Nays: None
The City Council adjourned at 2:40 p.m.
PASSED AND APPROVED this day ofn",0&_1998.
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KAT RYN A. YE GER
MAYOR
ATTEST:
Lydia Torres
City Clerk
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CITY OF WICHITA FALLS
MEMORANDUM
October 20, 1998
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: 1kavid A. Clark, Director of Community Development
Subject: Land Use Plan Draft
Attached is a copy of the Land Use Plan as it has been prepared by the Planning
Division, reviewed in detail by a citizen's committee, BCI, adopted by the
Planning and Zoning Commission, and now recommended by P & Z for adoption
by Council. This will become the official guide for decisions regarding zoning
changes and may still be periodically changed. It is a guide, not a zoning map,
but an element required under Texas State law.
We anticipate presentation at the November 3' Council meeting. Please review
and if you have comments or questions, please refer them to me or the Planning
Division.
cc: James Berzina
Steve Seese
EXHIBIT A
City Council
October 20, 1998
Agenda Item 10.b.
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LAND USE PLAN
Purpose
A land use plan is intended to provide guidance for decision-making. The land use plan
should therefore be dynamic in that it must adjust to changing situations within the
- 1 municipality. Such changes may be a result of market adjustment, geographic
constraints or opportunities, age and condition of infrastructure, or changing internal
and external policies.
The Land Use Plan is to be used to address land use compatibility; guide the delivery of
municipal services; and provide a base for determining future capital improvements.
Land Use Com at�y
Land use compatibility decisions should relate to the impacts of a land use upon
adjacent or neighboring land uses or the natural environment. Many times this
compatibility is found in an empirical examination of the effects generated by a
particular land use, or a historical examination of similar or like uses, which should also
consider technical advances to address compatibility. Elements considered in such an
evaluation include:
• Appropriateness of a land use compared against adjacent or neighboring land uses;
• Environmental effects generated by a land use or a combination of neighboring land
uses such as noise, lights, odors, dust or other airborne particulates, or increased
water runoff;
• Secondary effects such as size of the building, required transportation modes, traffic
generation, transportation system capacity, employment/housing travel distances;
• Threats, real or perceived, to neighboring or adjacent land uses of less intensity
which may affect future market trends in the area; and
• Social issues related to crime or neighborhood deterioration issues.
Delivery of Municipal Services
The delivery of municipal services is typically evaluated by considering existing service
levels as they relate to existing and future needs. In considering service levels, a
distinction is made between what now exists and what is determined to be acceptable
based on established policy criteria. Municipal services can be divided into two basic
categories:
1. What may or may not be needed at some point in time, which could include
libraries, museums, parks; and
2. Those services which are established in the interest of public safety to include
police and fire protection coverage and emergency medical response.
\ Capital Improvements
A land use plan should guide the placement of capital improvements. For the purpose
of a land use plan, capital expenditures generally relate to future infrastructure needs,
but may also be determined by the ability of existing infrastructure to meet projected
needs. For determining capital improvements, three categories are examined:
1. Utilities such as water and wastewater, privately-owned public facilities which
include electricity, gas, and communications;
2. Transportation to include existing functional capacities and future needs, and
also how the transportation network within the City may be influenced by regional
needs; and
3. Spatial dispersion and allocated function of public safety facilities. Such
consideration is given to time and distance studies to determine that police and
fire response is within established parameters. Also included is the
determination of equipment type as related to possible needs based on the
potential land uses within the service response areas.
Use of the Plan
The Plan shall be consulted for proposed changes in land use and the use of
undeveloped land. Should a use be proposed which is contrary to the Plan, the City
Council, acting on recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission, shall
consider amending the Plan in the same manner as its adoption. Approval to the
amendment of the Plan shall occur prior to or in conjunction with any action by the City
Council or Planning and Zoning Commission.
Development of the Plan
The production of a land use plan is a result of merging the empirical evidence with the
communities desires for the future. This process is an evaluation of the City's ability to
provide municipal services, which relates directly to the adequacy of existing systems.
For a nine month period staff made a "windshield survey" of every land use in the City,
and color-coded each use based on a pre-determined classification system.
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The City was divided into eight geographic areas. These areas were determined by
man-made or natural boundaries such as highways, creeks and rivers. Where no such
boundaries existed, a technique was applied to identify other logical planning
boundaries — with the goal of creating manageable areas which shared common
interest. Once the areas were decided, the Wichita Falls Independent School District
made available school facilities in each of the areas in order to hold public meetings.
A steering committee was formed to be represented by citizens from various interest
groups, such as developers, educators, retailers, Realtors, architects, engineers,
bankers, Planning and Zoning Commission and citizens in general. Members of the
steering committee were asked to attend each of the eight meetings held in the area
under consideration. Each of the meetings were held in the evening, on either a
Tuesday or Thursday to enjoy maximum opportunity for not only the committee, but
from residents and other property owners in the area being discussed.
During each meeting, the colored maps representing the various land use
classifications for existing land uses was presented, resulting from the above mentioned
windshield survey. Prior to the meetings, a proposed land use map was developed by
staff to provide the most logical assumptions as to possibilities, and also what maybe
should happen. The proposed land use map was presented as an overlay to the
existing land use map, as was a map showing the flood plain which could represent a
constraint. This process allowed the area being discussed to be evaluated by those
present as to the relationships between uses, but also to identify constraints and
opportunities. In general, the discussion focused on what has occurred and what
should occur in their"corner of the world."
Land use classifications were created using recognized standards modified to reflect
the needs of the City. These classifications reflect land use categories generally as
follows:
Low-Density Residential
Using historical densities for such use(s), these residential uses represent single-family
and duplex-type dwellings, townhouse or attached single-family dwellings. With
sufficient over-sight, manufactured housing subdivisions and in-fill development could
be included under this definition.
A determinant of the applicability of the use is the availability of sufficient infrastructure
to serve the use and the relationship of public facilities in relation to the density. Public
facilities would include fire station locations, schools, parks and similar uses. Within an
area reflecting this classification there is recognized the applicability for support
services to serve neighboring residential land uses to include retail convenience and
shopping uses, and the ability to support these additional possibilities.
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Hiah-D n i y residential
This use is generally recognized by apartment-type dwellings, or other high density
residential uses such as assisted living centers and nursing homes.
Due to the potentially high traffic generation during morning and evening peak hours,
this use will require close access to arterial streets for local circulation, and highways
for cross-town access to employment and shopping.
These land uses may also require considerations for fire protection and the need for
specialized equipment. Also under consideration is the high potential for retail support
services.
Manufactured Housing / Mobile Home Parks
This use recognizes the transient nature of residential dwelling units as opposed to the
residents themselves, and is therefore considered commercial in nature and function.
This use may serve a legitimate public purpose by providing affordable housing
opportunities for owning/renting housing where a traditional single-family dwelling may
be outside of the income potential of the user. Being commercial in nature, this land
use is subject to regulations not applicable to traditional single-family subdivisions
which are designed to recognize the need for such housing, but also recognizes that
future high public cost may result from a lack of permanent association between the
land and the land use.
This land use may be appropriate as a buffer between high-density residential and
heavier commercial-type uses, with sufficient buffering or screening from residential
land uses, public streets, office and retail uses. This use should not locate where
visible from major highways unless sufficient buffering is associated to prevent viewing
the park from these transportation nodes.
Liaht Commercial
This land use is characterized by its low traffic generation, low utility demand, small
building footprint, small lot area, and is generally compatible to surrounding land uses,
or the most restrictive of adjacent or neighboring land uses. The distinguishing nature
of these land uses are their unobtrusive function and design when locating adjacent to
a residential land use. Light commercial uses may include personal services such as
barber and beauty shops and related uses; business services such as tax, insurance,
real estate, legal and general office; specialized retail such as antique shops, small
restaurants and similar such uses.
These land uses are intended as buffers between low-density residential and high-
density residential and more intense commercial uses. These uses would not require
outdoor storage or display to support their operation, and should not require signage for
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advertisement except to identify the premises or use. In addition, these land uses will
not emit any noticeable odor nor require any after hours external lighting except as
required for normal security use and not affecting adjacent residential land uses.
These uses should not have requirements for specialized fire fighting protection which
would be extraordinary from the sampling of uses included herein, nor should
infrastructure demands be significantly different from these uses.
The aesthetics of the development should be aimed at improvements to neighboring
land uses in facility design and landscaping.
Commercial
This category of commercial-type land uses would include such uses as larger offices,
general retail, general business services, restaurants, hotels and motels and similar
such uses. When locating adjacent to a residential land use these land uses may need
additional oversight to ensure compatibility, available capacity of the infrastructure or
other such issues that may exist.
Depending on the nature and function of a proposed land use under this category,
these land uses will generally be required to located along arterial or highway-classed
roads. These land uses generally form appropriate buffers between light commercial
and more intense commercial land uses.
Liaht Industrial
These land uses generally include those associated by continued use by large trucks
as part of their operation, large site or building footprint, outdoor storage or uses which
would not be appropriate adjacent to any residential or light commercial land use.
Depending on the nature of the use, additional oversight shall be required to ensure
compatibility between the proposal and adjacent or neighboring land uses. These land
uses shall locate along arterial or higher-classed streets. This use may also require
additional screening along public right-of-ways.
Industrial
These land uses include those associated with manufacturing, which may include
manufacturing from raw materials, assembly or other process associated with a finished
or component part, which may rely upon large truck or rail for distribution or receipt, and
is generally classified as a Basic Service by the Standard Industrial Classification Code.
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Institutional
This classification generally includes those publicly-owned land uses associated with
providing a service or opportunity to the general population. Examples include
government offices, libraries, fire stations, schools, colleges, universities, and
courthouses. In addition, appropriate land uses under this category other than publicly-
owned facilities would include hospitals, large medical clinics and religious assembly
such as synagogues, churches, mosques, temples, and similar such uses.
Parks and Open Space
These uses may include government or privately owned parks, large undeveloped or
unimproved land used for agricultural, undeveloped flood plain or floodway, cemeteries,
recreational facilities, trails, lakes, or similar such uses.
In general this use would be identified as providing a service on a horizontal plane
rather than a vertical plane associated with a structure.
Downtown
Uses allowed within this classification should include all uses allowed under the
residential and commercial categories. Development in this category consists of a mix
of offices, housing, and retail uses in buildings with multiple levels built adjacent to the
street and sidewalk with no setback. Uses identified as applicable under "Light
Industrial' or "Industrial" categories should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and
a determination made based on compatibility with adjacent land uses, availability of
sufficient infrastructure, existing redevelopment programs, and other issues which
would affect the health and welfare of existing businesses or public programs
associated with development or redevelopment of the area.
Plan Amendments
A Land Use Plan shall be amenable through a process which evaluates a proposal
against its effects upon adjacent or neighboring land uses. The Planning and Zoning
Commission shall be responsible for such determination, and the Plan amended
through action by the City Council so as to ensure continued participation in land use
decisions by the general public.
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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 20, 1998 beginning at 8:30 a.m.
City Council: Mayor Kay Yeager - Councilors Angus Thompson,
Bud Beaty, William Altman, Don Johnston, Johnny
Burns and Dan Shine
1. Call to Order.
2. Invocation: The Reverend Jerry Dingmore
Fairway Baptist Church
3. Presentations:
4. Comments from the public to members of the City Council on
items which 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.)
5. Approval of Minutes
CONSENT AGENDA
6. Award of Bids:
a. Award Of Bid For The City's Annual Supply Of Traffic
Control Equipment To Hi-Tech Signals, Inc. In The Amount
Of $150,660.
7. Receive Minutes:
a. Traffic Safety Commission - June 3, 1998
b. Water Resources Commission - September 11 , 1998
c. Library Advisory Board - September 22, 1998
REGULAR AGENDA
City Council Agenda
Tuesday, October 20, 1998
Page 2
8. Ordinances:
a. Ordinance Accepting A Grant In The Amount Of $15,000 For
Purchase Of Curbside Recycling Containers And
Appropriating The Funds To The Special Revenue Fund.
(City Council Bill #258)
b. Ordinance Waiving Sec. 22-1(A)(9) Of The Code Of
Ordinances To Permit Signs During A Tennis Tournament
October 30 And 31 , 1998 In Hamilton And Weeks Tennis
Centers. (City Council Bill #259)
c. Ordinance Increasing Fees For Sale Of Cemetery Spaces
And For Burial Services. (City Council Bill #260)
9. Resolutions:
a. Resolution Awarding A Bid To Court Specialists,
Incorporated For Computer Software And Related Services
For The Municipal Court And Authorizing The Purchase Of
Computer Equipment Through The Texas Cooperative
Purchasing Program. (City Council Bill #261 )
b. Resolution to approve a modification in an Engineering
Contract with Biggs & Mathews, Inc. for preparation of
Ground Water Monitoring and Sampling Program
Requirements as set forth in the Texas Natural Resource
Conservation Commission Requirements. (City Council Bill
#262)
c. Resolution Approving Advanced Funding Agreement For
Reconstruction Of Barnett Road Between Athletic Road And
Lake Shore Drive Under The Texas Department Of
Transportation Urban Street Program. (City Council Bill
#263)
d. Resolution Approving The Transfer Of Various Aged
Receivable Accounts To Dormant Status For Subsequent
Collection And Distribution By The Legal Department Or City
Collection Agency. (City Council Bill #264)
10. Other Council Matters:
a. Discussion of items of concern to members of the City
Council.
1. Report on status of TNRCC Clean Air Strategy
City Council Agenda
Tuesday, October 20, 1998
Page 3
2. Work Session - Kickapoo Airpark
3. Other
b. Staff/Council discussion.
c. Executive Session:
(1) Briefing By City Attorney Regarding Claims Filed By
Patricia Swearingen, Lynn Murray And Diara Murray
As Authorized By Sec. 551 .071 Of The Texas
Government Code.
(2) Briefing By City Attorney On Potential Litigation
Concerning Lake Kemp Cabin Relocation As
Authorized By Sec. 551 .071 Of The Texas
Government Code.
(3) Annual Evaluation: City Council Appointees as
Authorized by Section 551 .074 of Texas Government
Code.
d. Appointments to Boards And Commissions
(1) Traffic Safety Commission
11 . Adjourn.
Wheelchair or handicapped accessibility to the meeting is possible by
using the handicapped parking spaces, ramp and elevator located off the
east parking lot on 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
19 at o'clock (a.m.)(p.m.)
City Clerk