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Min 01/16/1996 105 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building January 16, 1996 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 : Michael Lam - Mayor Don Johnston - Councilors Dan Shine - Angus Thompson - Bill Daniel - J. W. Martin - Harold Hawkins - Jim Berzina - City Manager Greg Humbach - City Attorney Lydia Torres - City Clerk Mayor Lam called the meeting to order. The invocation was given by Rev. Mike Rucker, Bible Baptist Church. Item 3 Moved by Councilor Thompson that the minutes of the January 2 , 1996 meeting be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Johnston and carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam. Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins . Nays : None Items 4a-6b Moved by Councilor Martin that the Consent Agenda be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Daniel and carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins . Nays : None Item 4a RESOLUTION NO. 9-96 RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NUMBER THREE WITH SIMMONS AIRLINES, INC. , FOR LEASE OF PREMISES AT THE WICHITA FALLS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT 106 Item 4b RESOLUTION NO. 10-96 RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NUMBER NINE WITH ATLANTIC SOUTHEAST AIRLINES, INC. FOR LEASE OF PREMISES AT THE WICHITA FALLS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT Item 5a RESOLUTION NO. 11-96 RESOLUTION TO AWARD BIDS FOR CHEMICAL POLYMERS FOR SLUDGE DEWATERING Item 6a-6b Minutes of the following boards were received. a . Plumbing and Mechanical Board of Adjustments and Appeals, December 20, 1995 b. Library Advisory Board, December 5 , 1995 Item 10a Mayor asked that Item 10a and 10b be moved up on the agenda. Moved by Councilor Johnston to award bid for the purchase of mobile folding banquet tables, seminar tables and banquet/meeting room stages to Sico Incorporated in the amount of $56, 897 . 22 . Motion seconded by Councilor Martin and carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Item 10b Moved by Councilor Martin to award bid for a networked computer system for MPEC to ComputerSmith of Wichita Falls in the amount of $28 , 329 . 94 . Motion seconded by Councilor Daniel . Kay Yeager, 2111 Avondale, Chair MPEC Board, explained that this was in the form of a request for proposal (RFP) and these were sent out to nine local firms of which four sent proposals . One was rejected because it did not comply with all the items requested. Another was rejected because it did not address a pier to pier network system. Of the other two, this one came nearer to meeting all the perimeters of the RFP. Motion carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins w Nays : None 107 Item 7a A public hearing on hazardous structures was held. Mayor Lam explained the purpose of the public hearing and read a portion of the Ordinance under which the City operates . The perimeters are that a detailed set of plans and time schedule is presented at the hearing and that the owner establishes at the hearing that the work cannot reasonably be completed within thirty days . Mayor declared the public hearing open. Ray Barnes, 2422 Brentwood, owner of 610 Burnett, informed that he had discussed this with Mr. King and it has been worked out . Councilor Martin asked if any of these had been to the Council before and Mr. King replied that 1602 Burnett had. Robert C. Lyon, 1410 llth St . , referred to 1602 Burnett and stated that a man was buying the house from him. This man has helped to remodel four pieces of property in that area which are back on the tax rolls . Mr. Lyon stated that the property at 1602 Burnett had been cleaned up and secured, and he did not understand why the City wanted to take this property off the tax rolls . He said it was not right . Mr. Lyon said that the man has worked on it as much as he can and when he can because he has to make a living for his children. Mr. King informed that this property had a fire in 1986 and it was not owned by Mr. Lyon at that time . It was presented to the Council in 1988 and an order was placed to either do major repairs or to demolish. After the hearing was held, the property was sold and no major repairs have been done . The building is in the same condition as it was in 1986 . It has gone through two different owners and to date there has been no activity on it . There is no current building permit on it . Mr. King stated that there had been some cosmetic work done to the exterior of the building but no major repair has been done to the supporting members of the building. Mayor asked Mr. Lyon if he would agree to submitting the City a set of plans and time schedule to get this done . Mr. Lyon replied that he would after he talked to his attorney. He said that most of the work that had been done was on the levelling of the building. Mr. King stated that our inspections did not provide any information that the building had ever had any repairs . Mayor Lam informed Mr. Lyon that he had until the end of the week to consult with his attorney and see if he can come in and comply with the ordinance and if not the City will proceed with normal procedure and demolish the structure . Mr. Lyon replied that he did not see how the City could make him spend money on property that is not economically feasible to do at this time . There are hundreds of buildings in this town just like that and why me . Mayor Lam stated that the City has addressed hundreds of buildings and we do it all the time . This is a matter of safety and health for our citizens . The only reason it was done is because we have an ordinance that forces people to do it and it does not sit out there forever. He advised Mr. Lyon if he felt he had a legal right to protect this property for him to see his attorney. Mayor repeated that if he had other avenues or approach he would have the rest of the week to consult with his attorney. Mr. Lyon said he never received a notice . Mr. King informed that a registered letter was sent to Mr. Lyon and signed by him. 108 Item 7a cont' d Mr. Lyon informed that 1611 Burnett is half of the property on which he plans to build mini-warehouses . That building in the meantime could be used as an office and he does not know why it needs to be torn down. Mr. King informed that the inspection report on that property initially on that problem was the result of a structure fire . Mr. Lyon had been provided a fire report . Mayor stated that Mr. Lyon had a structure where people can come into and basically set a fire and lose their life . It is unsafe . He instructed Mr. Lyon to get with Mr. King to work out the details and seek legal representation if he wants to. Mr. Lyon said that Charles Chastain represents him and whatever he says goes, and Mr. King can contact him. Mayor informed Mr. Lyon that Mr. King was under no obligation to contact him. Roland Marchand, 2004 Santa Fe, spoke on 1604 Collins and stated that he has discussed this with Mr. King. The property is in his name and he has a buyer for it . The buyer wanted to know if he would be allowed time to repair it . Mr. Marchand asked for time for the buyer to repair the property. If the buyer does not repair it, Mr. Marchand agreed that either he or the City take care of it . Mayor directed him to bring the buyer in to talk with Mr. King. Mr. King will advise the Council on this matter. Larry Woods, 1405 and 1407 Burnett, said he sold one piece of property and someone else looked at the other, but it was red tagged and they backed out . He has had difficulty getting estimates and he thinks it would be too expensive to get it up to code . He said it now appears that he will need to demolish some of the structures on one and both of the structures on the other. He asked that he be allowed the same courtesy as Mr. Marchand because he still has some people interested in it . Mayor replied that the City would work with him but it would have to be done on a timely basis and Mr. King has to see that progress is being made . He directed Mr. Woods to contact Mr. King to see what it will take and he will report back to the Council . Mr. King informed that Mr.Woods had agreed to demolish the two front residences and a garage and save the rear building. David Brock, 1209 21st Street, said he was carrying the note on 802 Harding and that it is owned by Bill Fleming. The building is secure but the roof needs to be repaired. No utilities are hooked up. He asked that he be allowed time to repair the roof and secure it to get it to a leaseable situation. Mayor instructed Mr. Brock to contact Mr. King and provide him with a set of plans and a time table in order to work this out . Harold Blow, 1408 Normandy, referred to 713 and 717 Harding and requested additional time to determine whether it was economically feasible to repair the properties . He is in the process of obtaining information to make that decision. He asked for an additional thirty days . Last time he made repairs on 717 Harding was yesterday and he has only cleaned out 713 Harding but no repairs have been made . Councilor Hawkins suggested allowing Mr. Blow an additional thirty days to enter in a contract to either repair or demolish, subject to time frame . Mr. King stated that they would work with him if he provided a plan and specifications . It will take major renovation to meet even minimum standards . Councilor Hawkins said that Mr. Blow will have thirty days to make a decision and if he does not, we will demolish. Mr. Blow agreed. Mayor clarified that this applied to both structures . No one else wished to be heard. Mayor Lam declared the public hearing closed. 109 Item 7a cont' d ORDINANCE NO. 8-96 AN ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND FINDING CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES TO BE DANGEROUS; COMMANDING PROPERTY OWNERS TO DEMOLISH SUCH BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW. Moved by Councilor Martin that Resolution No. 8-96 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Johnston and carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Item 8a ORDINANCE NO. 9-96 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 29, "TRAFFIC" OF THE WICHITA FALLS CODE OF ORDINANCES SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR NEW SECTION 29-126, PREVIOUSLY RESERVED, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF INDIVIDUALS TO ENFORCE DISABLED PARKING LAWS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PROVISIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND SAVING CLAUSE; AND FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS DISCUSSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Moved by Councilor Johnston that Ordinance No. 9-96 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson. W. C. Young, 1018 Widows Lane, urged the Council to do the right thing and vote in favor of this ordinance . Charles Moose, 1908 Giddings is a disabled veteran, and he urged Council to do something about enforcing disabled parking laws . He said they would be helping not only the veterans but the senior citizens and the disabled persons . This ruling was passed by the State and needs your support . Giola Kluver, 2938 Elliott thanked Council for listening to these people . Chief Harrelson stated that he is in support of this ordinance and feels it will be beneficial to the City. The details will be worked out, but some of the qualifications which will be considered in appointing these persons will be that they have a good record, that they are citizens of Wichita Falls, among others . Also, training will be provided. Council was concerned that the right persons be selected to enforce this ordinance . Chief Harrelson assured Council that they plan to make the best selections and that they plan to watch over them. Motion carried by the following vote . 110 Item 8a cont' d Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Item 9a RESOLUTION NO. 12-96 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE ,. . NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP FOR SAFE WATER PROGRAM Moved by Councilor Johnston that Resolution No. 12-96 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins . Councilor Johnston stated, for the record, that the City water is safe and there is no safety problem; this is just for an improvement . Motion carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Item 9b RESOLUTION NO. 13-96 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE UNDER THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT PROGRAM, AND TO EXECUTE ANY NECESSARY CONTRACTS WITH THE STATE AND NONPROFIT AGENCIES INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION TO OPERATE THIS PROGRAM; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Moved by Councilor Thompson that Resolution No. 13-96 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Johnston and carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Item 9c RESOLUTION NO. 14-96 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR SEVENTH YEAR FUNDING OF THE NORTH TEXAS REGIONAL DRUG ENFORCEMENT TASK FORCE; FINDING AND 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. 14-96 be passed. 111 Item 9c cont'd Motion seconded by Councilor Shine . Sgt . Jerry Riley, 5129 Edgecliff, provided an update on the grant . The grant is for $465, 000 with a 25o match, which is $116, 000, and with the entities involved in this the City' s liability will be $1, 648 . However, they are expecting that the grant will pay for itself as it has in the past . Sgt . Riley provided current stats on drug seizures and arrests . He informed that there had been a dramatic increase in the availability of methamphetamine, and that is the biggest problem they are facing. Motion carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Shine, Thompson, Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Councilor Shine left the Council Chambers . Item 9d RESOLUTION NO. 15-96 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A MANAGEMENT CONTRACT AND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE WICHITA COUNTY-CITY OF WICHITA FALLS HOSPITAL BOARD, THE WICHITA GENERAL SERVICE CORPORATION, AND WICHITA COUNTY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SAID AGREEMENT; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW Moved by Councilor Martin that Resolution No. 15-96 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Johnston. Mayor allowed Wichita General Service Corporation and the City/County Hospital Board to address this issue . Tom Elam, 1708 Hursh Ave . , did not have any additional comments but the Service Corporation Board still urges Council to pass this proposed resolution and adopt the management contract . Frank Yeager, 2111 Avondale, addressed the excess funds and stated that they belong to the citizens of Wichita Falls, and as their representatives, responsibility lies with the City/County Hospital Board. I do not understand how control of these funds affect the operation of the Hospital . I do understand how control of these funds affects the treatment of the outstanding debt . However, this contract leaves control of excess funds solely under the Service Corporation Board. The nearly $17 million in outstanding bonds represent a mortgage on Wichita General Hospital . The Service Corporation leases the Hospital and we are talking about a five year lease . I believe the discussions regarding the mortgage belong to the owners and not to someone who leases the property. The first call date on these bonds falls in 1997 . Mr. Yeager urged the Council to let the owners, the citizens, make that decision on these bonds . It affects each one of us . William C. Young, 1018 Widows Lane, agreed with Mr. Yeager and urged Council to follow his recommendations . Giola Kluver, 2938 Elliott, stated that we have a job which needs to be done now. 112 Item 9d cont' d Councilor Daniel stated that excess funds had been the focal issue of these discussions . He asked why these funds were so important and what role they play and how the Hospital views them. Jeff Hausler, 4701 Willowbend, stated that these excess funds are reserves . They have never been significantly reduced but have accumulated over the last few years . When the Corporation was formed there were no reserves . We are proud of the fact that we have been able to amass enough reserves to have a bit of a comfort zone in today' s very trying health care environment . I think that we have seen the reserves as necessary r to have that buffer, given the volatility of the health care industry as we see it now and in the future . The Corporation has no intent of misuse of those fund, but retaining those funds which represent the equivalency of four months operation of the Hospital . He informed that there is an orderly plan to retire the bonds . Councilor Martin stated that he has two reservations, although he has full confidence in the Board. One is that the investments should follow the Texas guidelines as the City does . Second, the excess funds need some safeguards in those reserves for the bond indebtedness of the Hospital . We need to know what those safeguards are because we have to answer to the citizens of Wichita Falls . If something happens that it comes back to the City and County, it would fall back on the citizens of Wichita Falls . If there is any way to come to an agreement I think those are the two changes we need to make . Councilor Johnston asked the Service Corporation Board for their comments on the two suggestions presented by Councilor Martin. Mr. Elam replied that he believed their investment policy already complies with the Public Fund Investment Act, however, if necessary they would modify their policy. Regarding reserves, they feel that in the medical environment they have to be able to compete with the private industry and they need to be able to be flexible in providing health care service to the citizens . That will require us to have control over those reserve funds . There are guidelines in the proposed contract that limit our expenditures and we have agreed to those guidelines . You cannot operate the Hospital without controlling the finances of the Hospital . We are in agreement to put restrictions on those excess funds . Councilor Johnston asked Mr. Elam if he felt the requirement of City/County Hospital Board approval before expending excess funds would restrict their operation. Mr. Elam replied that they feel that would restrict them but if it takes further restrictions to come to an agreement, they are willing to talk about it . Councilor Daniel commented that the volatility of the medical community changes daily and we do not know what is going to happen. Our goal is how to best provide health care for the City of Wichita Falls and the Board is prepared to do that . Regarding excess funds, there have been talks about having to utilize those funds for capital expenditures which would have touched them in a strong manner. Mr. Hausler stated earlier that reversals could occur and we as a City Council have to address that . We came up with some language during our worksessions to address these concerns . Mr. Elam stated that we are fortunate in this market to have the reserve funds that we do have . The importance is that we can and do have the capital to respond in today' s market and to change some of our direction in a way that meets how medical care is provided today. The delivery and integrated services we have today is going to put more demands on us to do some activities which would have been considered unconventional ten years ago. 113 Item 9d cont' d But, this is how we feel we can best protect the assets of the Corporation and how to provide medical care to the citizens of Wichita Falls . We can use these reserves to respond to that . Councilor Daniel said that the Council wants them to be able to respond and at the same time to be able to insure that the communication is there between the operating Board and the ownership Board. Mr. Elam commented that in addition to the contract, they had offered a memorandum of understanding where two Hospital Board members would sit as full voting members and would be included in their Board retreats and educational sessions . They also committed to a two-way communication. Councilor Martin asked if it would still be an eleven member board or thirteen member. Mr.Elam replied that it would be a thirteen member board. Councilor Johnston stated that the Board has brought the Hospital to a high state of being, financially stable and is being well managed. Also, the communication has been open between the Council, the County and the Board. Mr. Elam commented that they are also going to begin providing an annual state of the hospital report to each of the governing boards to keep them more informed. Councilor Hawkins expressed approval for the job the Corporation Board has done, however, two of the City' s three appointees to the Hospital Board have recommended not to accept the contract as written. It is a minority position on the Board, but they are two of the City' s representatives and he thought their recommendation should be considered. Councilor Thompson said that the Wichita General Hospital has been run very properly and the citizens of Wichita Falls have learned more about the Hospital' s operation and how it is run in the past two weeks than in the past two years . He suggested that the two attorneys, City Attorney and Corporation Board attorney, review this for legal purposes . Councilor Johnston moved that the contract be amended as proposed from the two worksessions to the extent that paragraph eight be amended entitled "Annual Budget" to add to the end of such paragraph the following wording: expenditures of excess funds outside of annual operating and capital budget shall require the approval of both the Corporation Board and the Hospital Board before being encumbered. Excess funds shall be defined as prior year funds not pledged to support the annual capital budget and operating budget . The second amendment would be to add to the end of paragraph nine entitled "Investment of Net Revenues" the following wording: Investments by the Corporation shall be made in conformance with the Public Fund Investment Act, Chapter 2256 of the Texas Government Code. Motion seconded by Councilor Daniel . Councilor Hawkins stated that the motion would amend the lease agreement which would require for the lease agreement to be re-considered by all parties involved. If we vote this motion in, we will be rejecting the contract . Mr. Elam said that they would agree to these amendments, but, he suggested a letter of agreement instead of amendments to the contract, however, they would be agreeable to either. City Attorney suggested that it be an addendum between the Service Corporation and the City for execution by those two entities . Discussion was had regarding how this should be handled. 114 Item 9d cont' d Councilor Johnston and Councilor Daniel withdrew their motion and second to amend the contract . Mr. Yeager asked for clarification on the suggestions and requests for expenditure of funds from the City/County Board to the Service Corporation. City Attorney clarified that the proposed language in the amendment does not give the owner Board the decision process for retiring the bonds . This language gives the owner Board the right to consent to recommended expenditures of excess funds by the Service Corporation Board. Steve Cookingham, 1513 Mesquite, commented that five members ,,, of the seven on the Hospital Board voted for this contract . Mr. Yeager does not speak for the Board. In reference to the excess funds, our Board would be in agreement with the amendments if the Service Corporation agrees . We do not want to take the decision of when to retire funds . If the Service Corporation feels it would not be a burden to their operation, we would be receptive . Moved by Councilor Johnston that the two paragraphs be addressed by an addendum to be signed by the City and the two Boards . Motion seconded by Councilor Daniel . Councilor Hawkins suggested that there be a provision to allow the City/County Board to have input over the indebtedness . We have to have the City/County Board address this issue and hold the line on it ; mutual consent is not enough. Discussion was had regarding expenditure of excess funds . Councilor Thompson was concerned that they had not had time to review all the material and fine tune the language . - - - - - - - City Council recessed at 10 : 20 a.m. and reconvened at 10 : 35 a.m. Mayor informed that Councilor Shine had not and would not participate in any discussion or action dealing with the Wichita General Hospital contract . Councilor Shine has not been in attendance during the consideration and discussion of this agenda item. Mr. Elam stated that they have agreed to the two amendments previously addressed with further assurances that the two boards are going to communicate with each other and the Service Corporation is going to listen to the City/County Board' s recommendations and will give them due process . Mr. Elam informed that Mr. Yeager had assured them that they are not interested in running the Hospital and will listen to the Service Corporation' s recommendations . Also, concern was expressed that this should be an agreement which should be signed off by the City/County Board and the County. Mr. Yeager agreed with Mr. Elam and said that this should be a two-way arrangement, and it can be under this contract . Councilor Hawkins requested that any and all minutes of the City/County Board be included in the Council packets the same as any and all other boards and commissions appointed by the Council . Mr. Elam clarified that this be an addendum to be signed off by all parties involved. Moved by Councilor Hawkins that an addendum to the contract be approved and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the contract 115 Item 9d cont' d contingent upon the addendum being approved by all parties involved. The addendum would consist of the following verbage . 1) That paragraph 8, entitled Annual Budget, be amended to add at the end of said paragraph the following language : "Expenditures of excess funds outside of the annual operating and capital budgets shall require the approval of both the Corporation and the Board before being encumbered. Excess funds shall be defined as prior year funds not pledged to support the annual capital and operating budgets . " 2) That paragraph 9, entitled Investment of Net Revenues, be amended to add at the end of said paragraph the following language : "Investments by the Corporation shall be made in conformance with the Public Fund Investment Act, Chapter 2256 of the Texas Government Code . Motion seconded by Councilor Daniel and carried by the following vote . Ayes : Mayor Lam, Councilors Johnston, Thompson Daniel, Martin, and Hawkins Nays : None Abstentions : Councilor Shine (Not in attendance) Councilor Shine returned to the Council Chambers . Item lla Charles Moose, 1809 Giddings, asked that the REACT Team be reactivated to work with the Police Department and Council during emergency situations . Chief Harrelson informed that he had discussed this with Mr. Muse and would follow-up on the discussion and report back to the Council . Mr. Moose asked that streets be cleared of tree limbs which overhang. Mayor suggested that he discuss his concerns with Mr. Bob Parker of the Traffic and Transportation Department . Sam Saucer, Circle K Stores, expressed concerns because of no left turn on to Callfield off Kemp, and further extension of the median. This would hinder the convenience of their patrons . He suggested that Council consider a limited hours left lane turn. Mayor informed Mr. Saucer that he should contact Mike Battles with the Texas Department of Transportation and express his concerns and his recommendations, since they are working on the engineering aspect of that project . Councilor Daniel stated that it was the Council' s intent to facilitate traffic along that avenue of Callfield. Giola Kluver, 2938 Elliott complained about citations which were issued to her and about the Code Enforcement . Item llb Councilor Shine invited everyone to the Kiwanis Pancake Feed on Saturday, January 27 at MPEC. Councilor Martin asked about the new street markers which are beginning to peel and chip. Mr. Parker stated that they do peel and chip, but it is less expensive than painting even with the repairs . Councilor Daniel asked for a report on the police academy applicants . Chief Harrelson informed that they had 296 applicants and 212 showed up for the test . There are eight positions available and we are going over the tests and will probably hire about fifteen. 116 Item llb cont' d Councilor Hawkins asked the elevation of Lake Wichita. Mr. Bonnett informed that this morning it was 975 . 9 . It has gone up about one half inch a day. Councilor Hawkins suggested holding a called meeting for new appointees to the City' s Development and Infrastructure Committee with the Council present to show our support . Councilor Thompson said that he was glad to see that we are able to compromise on the Hospital contract . He expressed appreciation to people of all color who remembered the legacy of the late Martin Luther King, Jr. He added that we should try to make our City better and look out for those of different races and different genders and include them in the improvement of our City and our activities . Mayor mentioned the forming of a committee to review what is going on in our community and what needs to be done to improve our City and how to pay for those improvements . He asked for recommendations from the Council members . The following appointments were made to the City' s Development and Infrastructure Committee . Councilor Shine : Ray Roberts, Steve Morath, Charles Thomas Councilor Martin: Dan E . Davis, John L. Wellsfry, Munir Lalani Councilor Daniel : Arnold Oliver, Dee Ann Martin Mayor Lam: Jack Bock, Bobby Schaaf, Paul Hughes Councilor Johnston: Will call his in. Councilor Hawkins : Joe Johnson, Ramon Benavidez , Betty Butler Councilor Thompson: Otis Polk, Jr. , Judd Smith Mayor directed City Manager to contact these persons and set a public meeting. The vacancies left are in the following pow districts : Councilor Daniel (1) , Councilor Johnston (3) , and Councilor Thompson (2) . They will call and submit their j recommendations to fill these vacancies . No additional action is necessary. Item llc City Manager informed that they were ready to begin negotiations with the golf course people . Mr. Dockery stated that the clock is ticking and we need to move on this . City Manager invited three Council members to meet with them. Councilors Johnston, Shine and Martin will meet with them. City Manager reminded Council of TML Region V meeting in Henrietta, Thursday, January 18 . The City Council adjourned at 11 : 10 a.m. PASSED AND APPROVED this day of ILLY 19-6 . i K Michael Lam, ayor ATTEST: Ly i Torres Cit C:1erk