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Min 08/03/1993 345 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building August 3 , 1993 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 Leon Mallonee - Terrance E. Loughry - Angus Thompson - Councilors Paul Hughes - J. W. Martin - Harold Hawkins - James Berzina - City Manager Gregory Humbach - City Attorney Wilma J. Thomas - City Clerk The invocation was given by Jerry Hodges, Western Hills Baptist Church. Item 3 Twyla Shaffer, a Police Department employee, was honored as Employee of the month for August. Mayor Lam presented her with a plaque, City of Wichita Falls pin, bus tickets, check, and tickets to a dinner. Item 4 Moved by Councilor Hughes that minutes of the meeting held July 20 , 1993 , be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried unanimously. Items 5a-7h Item 7a was removed from the consent agenda. Moved by Councilor Hughes that the consent agenda be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 5a RESOLUTION NO. 106-93 RESOLUTION TO AWARD BID TO WICHITA OXYGEN SUPPLY COMPANY, INC. FOR ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER TREATMENT CHEMICAL Item 6a RESOLUTION NO. 107-93 RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT 1991-92 BUDGET UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE FINAL PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR 346 Item 7 Minutes of the meetings of the following boards and commissions were received. b. Planning and Zoning Commission - June 25, 1993 c. Lake Wichita Study Committee - June 29, 1993 d. Wichita Falls/Wichita County Public Health Board - July 9, 1993 e. Commission on Human Needs - July 12, 1993 f. Lake Wichita Study Committee - July 13 , 1993 g. Planning and Zoning Commission - July 14 , 1993 h. Lake Wichita Study Committee - July 20, 1993 Item 7a Moved by Councilor Hughes that minutes of the meeting of the Employee Benefits Trust held July 19 and 20, 1993 , be received. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson. Councilor Martin stated he has no problem with the minutes. He stated that before anything has been changed, he wants to have the opportunity of meeting with TMRS officials. Mr. Berzina stated that a meeting has been scheduled with them on August 17. He further stated that rates and benefits of the plan are set by that committee. The only way this can change is to change the makeup of the committee. It is the Employee Benefit Trust for legal reasons, and it is a Trust. This committee has the responsibility of this plan. The motion to receive the minutes carried unanimously. Item 8a A public hearing was opened on revenue sharing funds to purchase property in the downtown area for the continuation of the downtown park project. Assistant City Manager Jim Dockery presented the history of this project previously discussed by Bob Seabury. He stated we have received title to the Woolworth Building, and are trying to purchase two parking lots at Eighth and Indiana. They are owned by the Muehlberger family. The parking lots will also be used for private purposes, and they decided to use revenue sharing dollars for this purchase. They plan to use the private donations for parking lot acquisition. Advertising for sealed bids to exchange this property will be done later. Joy Sheppard, Route 6, No. 2 Warpath, represented Fannin School in regard to the park behind the school. They are trying to find a place for the children to play, and that parents can also use. She stated three to four pieces of equipment have been moved from this park. Neighborhood conditions have 'f `` deteriorated. She referred to a letter sent to Jack Murphy in November 1992 , regarding their concerns. In the article printed " ' on July 9, 1993 , she was surprised to see that Mr. Murphy did not seem to know much about it. She appealed to the Council to consider the students on the East side. Mayor Lam stated they would ask Mr. Murphy for his input during the budget process. Mr. Berzina noted there are several parks which have not been brought up to standards. Normally the school provides a playground. She stated that the School has discussed a joint use with the City in the Park. Tim Sawyer, 4806 Florist, with Child Protective Services, supported Miss Sheppard in her comments, stating he is also involved in the Fannin School situation. 347 Item 8a, cont'd. Councilor Mallonee noted a report showing $299,000 left over in the revenue sharing fund. Fred Werner reported a fund balance of $47,000 . Mayor Lam noted the importance of continuation of this downtown park project. Councilor Hawkins asked if it were the staff or feds who ; felt CDBG funds were not appropriate, and David Clark stated it ! was both. When they first agreed to take the building and put the parking lots in, it was a possibility of getting the parking lots. Revenue sharing funds can be used for capital improvements. Councilor Hawkins suggested TIF funds, stating he does not agree to go on with this, and does not favor the parking lots. Councilor Loughry mentioned changing dollars, and Mr. Berzina confirmed they are keeping the dollar amount the same. They are only changing the source of the funds. Councilor Loughry supported the request of Miss Sheppard. Councilor Thompson expressed his support of this project, and also to work with Fannin School. The citizens look at the Council as leaders of the City. The Committee made recommendations and brought it back to the Council. He does not think it is fair to keep opening wounds. Councilor Martin agreed with Miss Sheppard, and endorsed the recommendation of Councilor Thompson. He would like to cooperate with the school on some of these projects. The public hearing was closed. Item 9a ORDINANCE NO. 91-93 ORDINANCE WAIVING APPENDIX A, SUBDIVISION SECTION 9 (B) ( 2) (a) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING CURB AND GUTTER ON THE EAST SIDE OF BORLAND LANE, ADJACENT TO THE WEST LINE OF LOT 1, BLOCK 11-A, PRIDDY SUBDIVISION Moved by Councilor Thompson that Ordinance No. 91-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9b ORDINANCE NO. 92-93 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 27-29 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING A SIDEWALK ALONG THE WEST LINE OF LOT 1, BLOCK 11-A, PRIDDY SUBDIVISION Moved by Councilor Martin that Ordinance No. 92-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9c A proposed ordinance was presented waiving Section 32-139 of the Code of Ordinances with respect to detention requirements 348 Item 9c, cont'd. for Lot 1 , Block 11-A, Priddy Subdivision. A motion was made by Councilor Hawkins and seconded by Mayor Lam for its discussion. Councilor Hawkins noted this is in the watershed of Plum Creek. He feels it would be prudent not to allow any permits without detention. The motion failed by the following vote. Ayes: None Nays: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Item 9d A proposed ordinance was presented waiving Section 32-139 of the Code of Ordinances with respect to detention requirements for Lot 3 , Block 15, Kemp and Newby Subdivision. A motion was made by Councilor Hughes and seconded by Councilor Hawkins for its discussion. The motion failed by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam and Councilor Thompson Nays: Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Item 9e ORDINANCE NO. 93-93 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 27-29 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING A SIDEWALK ALONG THE NORTHWEST AND SOUTHEAST LINES OF LOT 3 , BLOCK 15 , KEMP & NEWBY SUBDIVISION Moved by Councilor Martin that Ordinance No. 93-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9f ORDINANCE NO. 94-93 ORDINANCE WAIVING APPENDIX A, SUBDIVISION SECTION 9 (B) (2) (a) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING CURB AND GUTTER ON THE NORTHWEST SIDE OF EAST FORT WORTH STREET, ADJACENT TO THE SOUTHEAST LINE OF LOT 3 , BLOCK 15, KEMP AND NEWBY SUBDIVISION Moved by Councilor Martin that Ordinance No. 94-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None 349 Item 9g ORDINANCE NO. 95-93 ORDINANCE WAIVING APPENDIX A, SUBDIVISION SECTION 9 (B) (2) (a) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING CURB AND GUTTER ON THE EAST SIDE OF BARNETT ROAD, ADJACENT TO THE WEST LINE OF SUMMERFIELD ESTATES, UNIT 5-A Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 95-93 be , passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9h ORDINANCE NO. 96-93 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, REZONING THE EAST .72 ACRES ( 138 ' X 227. 41 ) OUT OF BLOCK 2, WINDTHORST ROAD ADDITION, ( 2500 BANDERA BOULEVARD) , WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM GENERAL COMMERCIAL (GC) TO RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE (RMU) (CASE R 93-06) ; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW. Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 96-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9i ORDINANCE NO. 97-93 ORDINANCE WAIVING APPENDIX A, SUBDIVISION SECTION 9 (B) (2) (a) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING CURB AND GUTTER ON THE WEST SIDE OF GREGG ROAD, ADJACENT TO THE EAST LINE OF HILL & HILL HEIGHTS, SECTION ONE, UNIT TWO Moved by Councilor Thompson that Ordinance No. 97-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10a RESOLUTION NO. 108-93 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF PENALTY AND INTEREST ON TAX ACCOUNT # 1440-327-0000 Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 108-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. 350 Item 10a, cont'd. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10b RESOLUTION NO. 109-93 RESOLUTION TO APPROVING THE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR ASSESSOR AS THE PERSON TO CALCULATE THE EFFECTIVE TAX RATE, ROLLBACK TAX RATE, AND PREPARE THE "TRUTH IN TAXATION" NOTICE. Moved by Councilor Martin that Resolution No. 109-93 be passed. x Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10c RESOLUTION NO. 110-93 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ASSURANCE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE MCGRATH CREEK PROJECT Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 110-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin. Discussion was held on the effect this will have on property along McGrath Creek. Mr. Berzina stated this has been pretty well defined. Mr. Bonnett stated there are seven fee title parcels, and thirteen temporary easements to obtain. Mr. Berzina commented that the window of opportunity may be open now to identify this as a project to be done. They are offering matching funds by a bond issue or certificates of obligation to come up with the funds unless there is some other financial way that comes up. Mayor Lam inquired if we would be required to acquire right of way prior to the Corps of Engineers coming into it. Mr. Bonnett stated this is an entry into the federal budget at this time. Once they get in, it is usually easier to continue to get additional funding. Certain work will have to be done in 1993. They are required to place in escrow the total amount needed for this project, but not until final close out. We have a new construction start and that is when we have to begin acquiring right of way. Councilor Martin noted that this Council is continuing what another Council started. It is separate from the Holliday Creek project. McGrath Creek got its start in the last congressional session. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None 351 Item 10d RESOLUTION NO. 111-93 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LEASE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY AT LAKE ARROWHEAD; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW. Moved by Councilor Hawkins that Resolution No. 111-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Mayor Lam. David Gossom, Attorney, appeared for Mr. Kreidler, stating he would like to be able to pay his lease amount due to oversight because of his wife ' s illness. He requested that Mr. Kreidler be able to pay the back payment, and have the same lease. Rachel Rodriguez also stated she had a lot at Lake Arrowhead. She also had family illness, and forgot about it. She would like to make the payment, and go on like they were. Councilor Loughry stated he feels these people should go ahead with their leases as they were. Councilor Hawkins stated we need to get these lots up and paying for themselves. He wishes they could work with Mr. Kreidler. At the last meeting we voted to give someone a lease who did not have a lease beforehand. It bothers him that we make rules, and don' t follow them. Occasionally people do have medical hardships. Councilor Loughry mentioned a lake administrator. Councilor Hughes emphasized that is basically what we have done, stating the City Clerk is responsible for this. They have to follow the Council' s instructions. He further emphasized that the Council made the rules last year, and now here we are again. There is no way to keep people from coming to the Council, but the staff has to follow the rules. Councilor Martin pointed out that these people can continue with the new lease under the new terms. He emphasized the City' s financial responsibility and burden of providing lots. We need to get on with the new leases. A vote was taken on the resolution, but because of confusion on the part of Council members as to what they were actually voting for or against, another motion was made to clarify the matter. Moved by Mayor Lam that the leases be authorized at the old rate under the old lease. Motion seconded by Councilor Loughry, and failed by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee and Loughry Nays: Councilors Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins All new leases will be the new generation lease at the new rate. David Gossom criticized the procedure and the way this was handled. Mayor Lam strongly emphasized that they did not amend anything. 352 Item 10e RESOLUTION NO. 112-93 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE PIPELINE AGREEMENT WITH WICHITA, TILLMAN AND JACKSON RAILWAY COMPANY TO INSTALL WATER LINE ACROSS RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY Moved by Councilor Martin that Resolution No. 112-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10f A proposed resolution was presented reversing the disapproval of a conditional use permit application for a carport at 1316 Oakhurst Drive. A motion was made by Councilor Hawkins, and seconded by Mayor Lam, for its passage. Lamar Murphy, 1301 Oakhurst Drive, opposed the carport, and stated the neighbors all around the property are opposed. He stated he has a petition and a letter from those who are opposed. He feels there should be an ordinance drafted to prevent degradation of the neighborhood. Mayor Lam noted that a citizen has the right to ask for a waiver. Kelly Gustin appeared as the property owner at 1316 Oakhurst. He presented pictures of a carport which was built around the corner, stating he planned to have the same kind. He also presented five letters from real estate brokers stating it would not lower the property values in the neighborhood. He noted that Earl Potts had stated it would not be a safety hazard. It would be a 20 x 20 carport. He has a small garage and shed in back in which to place his outdoor equipment. He stated there are twenty four carports within a three block area of his home. Twenty five people within a 300 foot area signed a petition in favor of the carport. Only two or three would not sign. He would like his automobiles covered. Bill Spangler, who lives next door to Mr. Gustin, commented that he seemed to like the neighborhood when he moved there. He stated he does not believe there are twenty four carports in the neighborhood. The one that was there was built before the restriction was placed on them. Dallas Blaylock, 4113 Larchmont, stated that Mr. Gustin' s house had been an eyesore for many years. Mr. Gustin has cleaned it up, and has impressed him. Janet Murphy, 1321 Oakhurst, stated that the carport on Larchmont was built back from the street. Edna Carothers, 1315 Oakhurst, opposed the carport, stating when one starts a lot of others will follow. She stated there is no way to keep the property value from decreasing. The motion for passage of the ordinance failed by the following vote. Ayes: None Nays: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins P 353 Item 10g RESOLUTION NO. 113-93 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS DETERMINING NECESSITY FOR ACQUISITION AND AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PARK CENTRAL PROJECT; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS RESOLUTION WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW. Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 113-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Thompson, Hughes, and Martin Nays: Councilors Loughry and Hawkins Item lOh RESOLUTION NO. 114-93 RESOLUTION AMENDING LOG CABIN RENTAL POLICY (RESOLUTION 120-86) TO PERMIT RETENTION OF DEPOSIT FOR FAILURE TO VACATE. Moved by Councilor Mallonee that Resolution No. 114-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin. Councilor Mallonee inquired if $30. 00 is sufficient, and Jack Murphy stated it is just punitive, but the Police Department can be called. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10i A proposed resolution was presented approving the transfer of the City' s Airport and Airways Improvement Act of 1982 Entitlement Funds for fiscal year 1991 in the amount of $318 ,932 to Orange County Airport and $100,000 to DFW Airport. A motion was made by Councilor Martin, and seconded by Councilor Hughes, for its passage. Robert Parker addressed how this money comes back in entitlement funds from passenger boardings at the airport. Most of the renovation to the airport in 1986 was not eligible for use, and city funds were used. We can only designate a recipient that has a project under construction. Councilor Thompson felt this was a vindictive way to get back at the Council, and he would like him to look at improvements to the Municipal Airport. Mr. Parker stated that in two weeks a committee will be put together to look at projects for the airport. Discussion was held on whether Orange County has ever done anything for us. RESOLUTION NO. 115-93 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF THE CITY'S AIRPORT AND AIRWAYS IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1982 ENTITLEMENT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1991 IN THE AMOUNT OF $400,000 TO DFW AIRPORT 354 Item 10i, cont'd. Moved by Councilor Martin that the resolution be amended to place the entire amount of money where it will do the most good; to the DFW Airport. Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10i RESOLUTION NO. 116-93 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE TEXAS FOREST SERVICE Moved by Councilor Thompson that Resolution No. 116-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item lla RESOLUTION NO. 117-93 RESOLUTION TO AWARD BID TO SOUTHWESTERN TOOL AND MACHINE COMPANY FOR STAINLESS STEEL MANHOLE MODIFICATION DEVICES Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 117-93 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Mallonee, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Mallonee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None The City Council recessed at 10: 15 a.m. , and reconvened at 10: 38 a.m. Item 12a Chris Owens, 105A Pioneer, appeared to promote awareness of the program of the Wichita Falls Adult Literacy Council. Mayor Lam noted that the City takes applications for funding, and suggested that in the next year' s budget program to submit a budget to the Council. Leann Johnson, 213 Lakewood Drive, voiced her concern about gang members, and what is going on, and nobody is making any arrests. She stated that Wichita Falls is not big enough to keep doing this, and getting away with it. Mayor Lam expressed appreciation to her for her interest, and urged her to visit with the police chief. Item 12b Councilor Loughry mentioned overloaded trucks in the Cedar Street area. Mr. Berzina noted if they know where it is they can send someone out there. Councilor Loughry also asked about 355 Item 12b, cont'd. the new employee in Municipal Court being appointed by the Council, and Mr. Berzina noted that was the case at one time, but that it has been changed. Councilor Loughry also mentioned crime at a shopping center in the 1500 or 1600 block of Rosewood. Councilor Martin noted that the middle tier of lights are out at the Falls. He also stated he had just returned from the AMCC convention in Plano, where he heard many comments about the beauty of Wichita Falls, and the friendliness of its people. He also stated that he hopes the Council will go on record with him in the way the Police Department is working, commenting that the way to control things is to step on some toes to clear this town of gangs. He stated the Council will back the Chief. Councilor Hughes commented on expression of ideas, stating that the staff has to work under the ordinances passed by the Council. If something needs to be changed perhaps we should modify them so that there won' t be any exceptions. Councilors Mallonee and Hughes have some ideas on the Benefit Trust. Councilor Mallonee stated that on the Benefit Trust they have to be professional and know what is going on in the world. He suggested they look at Human Resources people and large corporations if we are going to put somebody on the Trust. We have a good plan. If we are going to expand the Trust we should look at somebody who does not have a biased opinion, and see what they have to offer. Councilor Hawkins thanked those who have taken care of the things he had requested. He stated the neighborhood watch will meet soon at Kirby. Councilor Hawkins stated he would like to find out all of Jan Stricklin' s responsibilities, such as writing tests for fire and police, insurance, Civil Service, etc. He also mentioned improvement of Fannin Park, and asked Mr. Murphy to take a look at equipment they could place in this park. Councilor Thompson commented on youth gangs, stating they cross racial lines, and has serious implications for our children and our city. He emphasized that parents must be more involved in the rearing of their children. When young people are unemployed and a drug dealer will give them something to do, they will take it rather than waiting for something else to come along. As members of our community we have a responsibility to talk about peace. He stated he will take some of the men of his church to meet with some of the gang members. He appealed to other members of the community to consider that these youngsters are what they are because of many forces in life, stating we should all work together. To Chief Harrelson he stated that those who are involved in illegal activities and drugs should experience the full force of the law. Councilor Martin requested in the budget process that consideration be given to city employees, both active and retired. Item 12c Mr. Berzina stated that a TMRS workshop has been scheduled on August 17. The budget process will begin on that day. He is hopeful the Council members will have the budget by August 9. 356 Item 12c, cont'd. He handed out memos on how they do testing, and some preliminary budget matters. The City Council recessed into executive session at 11: 05 a.m. , according to Article 6252-17, Section 2 (g) , V.A.C.S. The meeting reconvened at 11 : 50 a.m. Item 12e Moved by Councilor Hughes that Tom Hill be appointed Chairman of the Zoning Board of Adjustments. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried unanimously. The City Council adjourned at 11: 52 a.m. PASSED AND APPROVED this ��ay of , 1993 . v Michael La ayor ATTEST: Wilma J. Thomas, TRMC/CMC/AAE City Clerk