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Min 12/15/1992 191 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building December 15, 1992 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 David Farabee - 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 Y given b Thomas Livernois, Liberty g Baptist Church. Moved by Councilor Thompson that minutes of the meeting held December 1, 1992, be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried unanimously. Items 4a-5c 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 Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 4a RESOLUTION NO. 186-92 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE REFUND OF MONEY OVERPAID ON TAX ACCOUNT # 1440-107-0000. Item 5 Minutes of the meetings of the following boards and commissions were received. a. Traffic Safety Commission - October 7, 1992 b. Traffic Safety Commission - November 4 , 1992 C. Park Board - November 24, 1992 Item 6a The public hearing was opened on reallocation of funds for a previously approved Final Statement of Community Development Objectives. Barbara Wesley, 1105 Williams Avenue, again requested funds for the drainage ditch on Williams Street. 192 Item 6a, cont'd. Mary Ward, Director of Christmas in April, asked Mrs. Petty to explain how this project had helped her, and Mrs. Petty noted the roof repair to her home. Mrs. Ward showed pictures to the Council of the house of Lorraine Smith on Speedway, who was not helped. She requested they reconsider her request to provide some of these funds to Christmas in April. Bob Seabury, Chairman of the Downtown Revitalization Committee, presented other costs which were not available earlier. He handed out packets to the Council showing bids they had received. He stated the committee is committed to Park Central project. He also recommended that a downtown association be formed to become involved in this project. He presented two plans. Plan A involves demolition of five buildings, three of which have been donated. It would require phased funding. Plan B could be done this year. The committee recommends Plan A. Plan B could be accomplished for a grand total of $132,000 . A lengthy discussion continued on various costs involved. Councilor Hawkins stated that he has some problems with the $130,000 expenditure downtown. Some feel that some of this money should be spent on infrastructure, trees, etc. in the downtown. Mr. Seabury noted that Omaha, Nebraska is the prime example of how a city can be changed. The park came first, and it changed the environment. Councilor Hawkins commented that Tulsa, Oklahoma started this, and a good portion of their budget was spent there just to keep it up. He noted the $25 ,000 ,000 MPEC project which was intended to spur downtown. He stated he has a hard time on the $130 ,000 for a downtown park when it will cost tax dollars to keep it up. He stated he cannot support it. Councilor Thompson asked Mr. Seabury about contributions made by downtown property owners. He stated that participation has not been spelled out. In addition to donation of buildings, they only have one $25 ,000 cash donation in Plan B. Once they get it started they feel confident they will get participation from the downtown property owners. Park Central must come first. He stated that sixty percent of the tax base has been lost downtown. On Plan A, there is a $50,000 cash donation. Councilor Thompson stated he feels there should be a percentage participation; that a matching amount should be solicited from the private sector. Mr. Seabury stated that Jack Murphy felt there is a possibility of a grant from Texas Park and Wildlife. He feels once this is started we will get participation from the private sector. Councilor Loughry asked if the land downtown could be taken back, and Mr. Seabury explained that the owners will be deeding the land. Mr. Berzina explained that any use of these funds will have to meet the guidelines which will have an impact on people with low moderate incomes. He stated the streets in the community development area are probably the best streets in town. Mr. Seabury explained that the City staff will be involved in the construction and demolition. Mr. Berzina stated it would be done as a city project. Councilor Hawkins noted that most properties are torn down because of economic obsolescence or functional obsolescence. He stated the only way we are going to have people move back downtown is if we have buildings there for them to move into. Mr. Seabury stated there are over 100 vacant buildings in the total downtown area. We are talking about removing eight or nine. Investors of the Hub, Perkins Timberlake, and Woolworth Buildings are not willing to invest with such high rehabilitation costs. Councilor Hawkins asked about the 29 other projects that Mr. Seabury stated are contained, and Mr. Seabury read from a list, stating some are things he has mentioned. Mr. Seabury did not have a total dollar cost for the recommendations he has suggested. 193 Item 6a, cont'd. The public hearing was closed. Item 6b A public hearing was opened on the annual update to the comprehensive housing affordability strategy. Bob Henderson stated that the federal government requires an update once a year. He stated they have not accomplished anything on the old plan because funding was not received until September of this year. They are trying to keep the emphasis on rehabilitation and first time home buyers. Councilor Martin asked if this could be tied into Christmas in April, and Mr. Henderson explained that emergency repairs cannot be used in this program. If full repairs are made it could be used, but not for just a roof. The public hearing was closed. Item 7a ORDINANCE NO. 113-92 ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $325,000 FROM THE SANITATION FUND EQUITY TO THE LANDFILL OPERATIONAL ACCOUNT Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 113-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Farabee. Councilor Martin noted this is a federal and state mandate that we have to pay for. He again urged that the citizens contact their representatives. Mr. Berzina stated that they fully expect the next liner to cost from one to one and one half million dollars, with less use of space. This is the method they are using to try to put landfills out of business. They believe this action today will get us close to 1995 . Councilor Hawkins asked about the effect of the MPEC project on the landfill. It was explained that the total project will consume three months of the landfill area. Mr. Bonnett explained to Councilor Loughry where the funds will come from for this liner. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 7b ORDINANCE NO. 114-92 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 27-29 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING A SIDEWALK ALONG THE WEST AND SOUTH LINES OF LOT 1A, BLOCK 4, ELMWOOD ADDITION Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 114-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None 194 Item 7c ORDINANCE NO. 115-92 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 BACON STREET, ADJACENT TO THE WEST LINE OF LOT 1A, BLOCK 4, ELMWOOD ADDITION Moved by Councilor Thompson that Ordinance No. 115-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hawkins, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 7d A proposed ordinance was presented changing the name of Karen Court to Nola Court. Don Groves, No. 8 Karen Court, opposed changing the name of the street, stating it is a different name. He stated that the matter could be better handled with the ambulance and post office. He does not want to put out the time and money required to change the paperwork when it could be handled by another method. Paul Lance, No. 4 Karen Court, also opposed the expense of changing the name of the street, stating there is a difference in the name and zip code. The other street is not on the city maps. He did some research at the library, and learned that the name of the street on the East side has changed many times. He pointed out that it is a postal problem, and the streets have different names. Max Yancey, No. 3 Karen Court, stated he does not want to change the name either, but feels like it is a necessity to correct the problem he has had. He stated that Mr. Saltsman at No. 5 Karen Court, had some problems last week. Joe Vaccarella stated that he owns the vacant lot at No. 7 Karen Court, and he favored changing the name to Nola. Mrs. Lance, No. 4 Karen Court, pointed out that Karen Lane is a trailer park, with only four or five people living in the trailers that can be occupied. Mr. McKinney again pointed out that Karen Lane is a private street, and it has not been dedicated. Karen Court has been properly developed, and the street name was accepted because of the difference in the names of the two streets. This is something which is similar to many other streets in town. If numbers are changed you still get into the same situation of changing records. Mayor Lam stated they have looked at all alternatives, noting that the proposed ordinance also waives the $500 fee, which the Council needs to consider. The motion failed by the following vote. Ayes: Councilors Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, and Thompson 195 Item 7e ORDINANCE NO. 116-92 ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION IN THE GENERAL FUND FROM DESIGNATED FUND BALANCE AND AUTHORIZING THE REPLENISHMENT OF FUNDS FROM UNDESIGNATED FUND BALANCE Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 116-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 7f ORDINANCE NO. 117-92 ORDINANCE WAIVING APPENDIX A, SUBDIVISIONS SECTION 9 (B) (2 ) (a) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING CURB AND GUTTER ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF RATHGEBER ROAD, ADJACENT TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 1 , BLOCK 1, BARRINGTON ADDITION Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 117-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays None Item 7g ORDINANCE NO. 118-92 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND ALLOWING, UNDER THE ACT GOVERNING THE TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM, "UPDATED SERVICE CREDITS" IN SAID SYSTEM ON AN ANNUAL BASIS FOR SERVICE PERFORMED BY QUALIFYING MEMBERS OF SUCH SYSTEM WHO AT THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE ALLOWANCE ARE IN THE EMPLOYMENT OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS: PROVIDING FOR INCREASED PRIOR AND CURRENT SERVICE ANNUITIES FOR RETIREES AND BENEFICIARIES OF DECEASED RETIREES OF THE CITY: AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE FOR THE ORDINANCE. Moved by Councilor Martin that Ordinance No. 118-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Farabee. A substitute motion was made by Councilor Hughes to retain the thirty percent on retirees because the people also voted on benefits, and defeated it. The motion died for lack of a second. The original motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: Councilor Hughes 196 Item 7h ORDINANCE NO. 119-92 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS ADOPTING NEW COMPREHENSIVE REGULATORY PRACTICES FOR MULTI-CHANNEL SERVICE PROVIDERS, INCLUDING THOSE PROVIDERS KNOWN AS CABLE OPERATORS, AND INCLUDING PROVISIONS FOR INSURANCE, REPORTS AND RECORDS, CONSUMER PRACTICES, CONSUMER PROTECTION MEASURES, CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION-RELATED PRACTICES, FRANCHISE FEES AND ALTERNATIVE USER CHARGES, OPERATION PROCEDURES, AND HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE MEASURES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT WHICH THIS ORDINANCE WAS PASSED WAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION IN THE NEWSPAPER; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Moved by Councilor Thompson that Ordinance No. 119-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes. Mr. Humbach noted work of the Cable Advisory Committee over the last year on a cable television ordinance, explaining what this will provide. He feels it levels the playing field in negotiating with the cable company. The Cable Advisory Committee recommends adoption of this ordinance as the first step in the process. A motion was made by Councilor Loughry to table it to allow more time to study it. Mr. Humbach pointed out that Council members have had this for more than a month and a half. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilor Loughry asked about satellite dishes, and Mr. Humbach commented that it does not prohibit them. Councilor Hawkins stated he had received a comment that the wiring does not meet our code requirements. Mr. Humbach noted that the cable in the house belongs to the homeowner, and it is their responsibility to maintain it. There would be an extra charge for the homeowner. The customer cannot be forced to upgrade the wiring. The original motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 7i ORDINANCE NO. 120-92 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 27-29 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO PLACING A SIDEWALK ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 1 , BLOCK 1, BARRINGTON ADDITION Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 120-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None 197 Item 7j ORDINANCE NO. 121-92 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 32-139 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES WITH RESPECT TO DETENTION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 1, BARRINGTON ADDITION Moved by Councilor Hughes that Ordinance No. 121-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin. Councilor Hawkins suggested that the City Manager, in his television review of the agenda, note that some of these properties are not located in the city limits. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 7k Mayor Lam noted that he has conflict of interest in this item, and he would turn it over to Mayor Pro tem Hughes. He further stated that he would not discuss nor vote on it. The City Council recessed at 9: 45 a.m. , and reconvened at 9: 56 a.m. , with Mayor Pro tem Hughes presiding. A proposed ordinance was presented waiving Ordinance 32-139 of the Code of Ordinances with respect to detention requirements for the single family portion remaining to be developed in Fountain Park Subdivision as shown on preliminary plat revised January 29, 1992 . Moved by Councilor Farabee that the ordinance be passed. The motion died for lack of a second. Mayor Lam returned to the Council table. Item 8a RESOLUTION NO. 187-92 RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES AND PROPOSED USE OF FUNDS UNDER THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974, AS AMENDED Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 187-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin. Discussion was held on the designation of Plan A or Plan B. Councilor Thompson favored Plan B, stating he would hope the downtown and citizens as a whole would want to contribute, and encouraged the committee in their efforts for participation. Mayor Lam echoed these comments, stating he believes a successful Plan B will be a jump start for Plan A. Councilor Hawkins stated he cannot and will not support the building of a park downtown, stating that the city' s monies can be better spent. Councilor Loughry agreed, suggesting a TIF project for this. He stated he had made 100 phone calls to persons who elected him, and they were not in favor of it. Councilor Hughes agreed with the start of Plan B. Councilor Martin concurred that this is a step forward in preserving downtown. 198 Item 8a, cont'd. Councilor Farabee stated that he feels Christmas in April is a worthy cause, and he would like $10 ,000 kept in mind to be allocated for this project. Mr. Berzina noted that it is easy to get these housing programs confused. The Feds have been more into the rehabilitation rather than cosmetics. He feels it should be kept in the City' s funding, and is not in favor of this. This program started as a voluntary effort, and believes it should remain this way. Councilor Hawkins would like to see Christmas in April work with the rehabilitation program, and get more people involved, and more funds available. The Council concurred that Plan B as submitted by the Revitalization Committee should be implemented. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Thompson, Hughes, and Martin Nays: Councilors Loughry and Hawkins Item 8b RESOLUTION NO. 188-92 RESOLUTION APPROVING NON-ANNEXATION CONTRACT WITH HOWMET CORPORATION GUARANTEEING ITS IMMUNITY FROM ANNEXATION FOR A PERIOD OF SEVEN (7) YEARS BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1993 . Moved by Councilor Martin that Resolution No. 188-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes. Ron Mertens, BCI , and Rich Lile, Howmet, appeared. Mr. Lile explained that all equipment will be moved to the new facility. Mr. McKinney explained that equipment is divided into two categories. New and used equipment have been addressed. Mr. Mertens stated there should be over 100 jobs created over the five years of this contract. It is a very strong commitment for the growth and operation in Wichita Falls. Mr. Lile stated that his company is very appreciative of the community leaders. There is some definite advantage to Howmet in this non- annexation agreement, but there is a great advantage to the citizens in this community. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 8c RESOLUTION NO. 189-92 RESOLUTION CREATING THE EASTSIDE REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE Moved by Councilor Thompson that Resolution No. 189-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes. Councilor Thompson stated he feels encouraged that this community will have support for East side revitalization. In the past they have had a piecemeal situation which has not been very workable. He suggested eleven members for the committee. 199 Item 8c, cont'd. Mayor Lam suggested that each council member and the mayor appoint one person to this committee, and the remainder come from applications. The committee will be formed as soon as possible. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 8d RESOLUTION NO. 190-92 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE GOLF COURSE CONTRACT AMENDMENT NUMBER SEVEN WITH RECREATIONAL SERVICES LIMITED FOR MANAGEMENT OF THE WEEKS PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 190-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Farabee. Dean Tackitt, 4402 Prince Edward, stated he does not feel the original contract has ever been lived up to. He suggested they go back to the original, and if they cannot do it, then re- bid the contract. He opposed any changes in the contract and increased green fees. Rental was discussed. Mr. Berzina noted they have not collected any from RSL for some time. RSL pays for electricity. The City furnishes raw water. Councilor Hawkins seemed to favor re-bidding. Mr. Berzina commented that we arbitrated ourselves out of the contract about a year and a half ago. It expires December 31, 1992 . If we go back to the original contract they have the right to raise the fees. Councilor Hughes noted that $60,000 was not being paid. This is still under contract, and just an amendment to it. What this proposal does is the five percent estimated from last year ' s green fees will just barely cover the cost of the raw water. The City furnishes water to all the rest of our parks. This puts it even, and make the additional five percent rental in lieu of capital improvements in control of the operation of the City. It could be carried over into a special fund so that it will not disappear into the general fund. Mayor Lam emphasized that the golfers in this community have the best deal in the State of Texas, and we need to have some revenue coming in, and go into the general revenue fund. Councilor Martin asked if the new rates were posted before it was approved, and Mr. Dockery explained that what was posted was just a notice that it would be on the agenda today. Moved by Councilor Martin that the five percent green fee rental factor be reduced to zero for a 12-month period, and keep rates as they are now. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes. Mr. Dockery explained that in addition, they are required to put five percent into capital improvements. Councilor Thompson felt we should collect rental, stating we charge a fee for softball and the two tennis courts. He 200 Item 8d, cont'd. stated he does not feel the citizens are getting a fair shake under this contract. We have never enforced it and does not know whether we can do it now. Mike Lohner, Vice President of RSL, and Golf Pro Ron Huffman appeared. Mr. Lohner stated they are trying very hard to meet the needs of the company, the city, and the golfers. He believes the golfers are generally happy. They also set aside one week when they host the TO Junior golf tournament, and no fees are collected. They lose $15 , 000 to $20,000 in revenue that week. He stated they are happy with the motion made by Councilor Martin if that is what they want, but they will continue with the five percent for capital improvements. They have established a reduced fee for ladies day. He noted a rate study they had done. Ron Huffman stated our fees are slightly „9G higher than La Vista and River Creek, but our facilities are superior. Mr. Lohner noted the improvements made in 1992. Mr. Lohner stated they would possibly ask the City to use the five percent rental fees for capital improvements. Mr. Dockery stated this would have to be approved by the City. Winston Klepper, 4616 Lake Park Drive, stated that under the original contract there is no real definition of capital improvements. More than eighty percent of the 5000 trees placed on the fifteenth green have died. RSL has kept the golf course open, but he commended five people who have made the improvements to the golf course. The amended motion failed by the following vote. Ayes: Councilors Farabee, Hughes, and Martin Nays: Mayor Lam, Councilors Loughry, Thompson, and Hawkins Mr. Berzina explained what would happen if this resolution is not passed. Mayor Lam stated he does not fault the contract. He would not advise going through arbitration again. A lot of things have happened, and each Council has done their best to address the needs of the company, the city, and citizens. From unsolicited comments he has received, the course is much better now than it has been in several years. He feels we have done a good job on the municipal golf course. Mr. Dockery noted the original contract will expire in March, 1996 , with the original terms and conditions. The original motion for passage of the resolution carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Thompson, and Hughes Nays: Councilors Loughry, Martin, and Hawkins Item 8e RESOLUTION NO. 191-92 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH WICHITA COUNTY TO USE COUNTY PUNCH CARD VOTING MACHINES FOR CITY ELECTIONS; 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. 191-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. 201 Item 8e, cont'd. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 8f RESOLUTION NO. 192-92 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CONTRACT WITH ENGINEERING FIRM OF CORLETT, PROBST AND BOYD, INC. FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN OF PRISON WATER SYSTEM Moved by Councilor Thompson that Resolution No. 192-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hughes, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9a RESOLUTION NO. 193-92 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AWARD OF BID AND A CONTRACT FOR THE LANDFILL SOIL LINER 10 PROJECT Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 193-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9b RESOLUTION NO. 194-92 RESOLUTION TO AWARD BID TO NORMAN BRATCHER CO. FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CHLORINE DIOXIDE FACILITY AT SECONDARY RESERVOIR Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 194-92 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9c RESOLUTION NO. 195-92 RESOLUTION TO AWARD BID TO DIONEX CORPORATION FOR ION CHROMATOGRAPH Moved by Councilor Hughes that Resolution No. 195-92 be passed. 202 Item 9c, cont'd. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 9d Moved by Councilor Hughes that the bid for one 25 , 000 GVW cab and chassis be awarded to R. L. Anderson, Inc. , in the amount of $29, 988. 41. Motion seconded by Councilor Martin. Bob Parker explained that the pump unit is out for bids now, and will be presented to the Council in about two weeks. The pump specifications are designed to fit this truck. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Lam, Councilors Farabee, Loughry, Thompson, Hughes, Martin, and Hawkins Nays: None Item 10a Melissa Kimbell, 2404 Farrington, appeared regarding a water bill dispute. She has had the City and a plumber check for leaks. She stated she has lived here for ten years, stating the highest summer bill has been $40. 00, and $15. 00 for the winter bill. A new meter has been installed. The Council requested that this matter be placed on the agenda for action at the next meeting. Item 10b Councilor Loughry asked about funds pledged to the Heritage Society, and Mr. Berzina explained that he had already provided them with this information, but would do so again. Councilor Loughry stated two persons had called about the gates at Riverside Cemetery, stating they are not closed in the evenings. Jack Murphy stated they cannot find anyone to repair the automatic gate closure, and they do not have a laborer to close the gates at night. Bob Parker noted they would take a look at the automatic timer mechanism. Councilor Martin urged safety precautions during the holidays. Councilor Hawkins mentioned the drive around John Tower Elementary, and Mr. Berzina stated it is owned by the school district in Burkburnett. Councilor Thompson requested that consideration of a police sub-station for the East side be placed on the agenda for the first meeting in January. Mr. Berzina stated he would also do a report on it. Mayor Lam mentioned contractors doing work with Conex, and bills are not being paid. He would hope that the City Manager would do what he could in this situation. Councilor Thompson asked about a dirt cleaning process on Eastside Drive. Ronnie James noted a process involved with disposal of dirt from hazardous condition sites, stating it is monitored by the Texas Water Commission. 203 Item 10b, cont'd. Councilor Loughry commended the contractors for the free labor involved in demolition of homes. Mayor Lam noted they did a good job. Item 10c Mr. Berzina noted the annual briefing by TML on February 8 , 1993 , stating they should let his secretary know if they desire to attend. Mr. Berzina noted that they are looking at possible solutions to the traffic problem at Kemp/Lawrence/Callfield, and will be getting back with them on preliminary data. Mr. Berzina commented that the First Responder publication is going out in the mailer with bills that the City sends. He handed out information to the Council. Mr. Bonnett noted that because of the holidays on December 25 and January 1, the refuse collection will be shifted. Pickup will be on Thursday instead of Friday. Also, Christmas trees can be taken to Kiwanis or Lucy Park where they will be mulched into compost. No trees will be picked up. The compost report will be addressed at the next council meeting. Mr. Humbach stated that a special Council meeting will be held on December 21 , 1992, for the purpose of discussing redistricting options. Mr. Berzina handed out various reports to the Council. Item 10d The City Council recessed into executive session at 11: 30 a.m. , according to Article 6252-17, Section 2(g) , V.A.C.S. The meeting reconvened at 11: 53 a.m. Item 10e Moved by Councilor Hughes that Randy Pegg be appointed to the Clean Community Commission for a term to expire December 31, 1994 , (replaces Rodd Womble) , and that Patricia King and Roland Guerrero be reappointed for terms to expire December 31 , 1994 , and Gloria Lyday be reappointed for a term to expire December 31, 1993 . Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried unanimously. Item 10f Mayor Lam noted that a bicycling club member is needed on the Traffic Safety Commission, and requested applications. Moved by Councilor Hughes that Rosalind Maley, G.A. Benesh, Dickie Sipes, Larry Davis, Irma Mascari, Michael Schneider, John Eckert, Helen Henderson, Captain Dave Cordon, Darryl Cagle, Trooper Joe Clement, and Lieutenant Joe Smith be reappointed to the Traffic Safety Commission for terms to expire December 31, 1995. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried unanimously. 204 Item lOg Moved by Councilor Hughes, that George Ross, Jr. , R. J. Wachsman, and Donal Boley be reappointed to the Building Code Board of Adjustments and Appeals for terms to expire December 31, 1995 . Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried unanimously. Item 10i Moved by Councilor Hughes that Jessie Stewart be appointed to the Library Advisory Board for a term to expire June 30 , 1995 , and new applications are needed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried unanimously. Item 10j Moved by Councilor Hughes that Linda Ammons and Richard Boyd be appointed to the Park Board for terms to expire December 31, 1995. (replaces James Welburn and James Smith) Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried unanimously. Item 10k Moved by Councilor Hughes that Bill McGregor be reappointed to the Landmark Commission for a term to expire December 31, 1995 . Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried unanimously. Item 101 Moved by Councilor Hughes that Tom Hill be reappointed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a term to expire December 31 , 1994 . Motion seconded by Councilor Martin, and carried unanimously. The City Council adjourned a.t,¢`v 11 : 59 a.m. PASSED AND APPROVED this Y7C day of , 1993 . Michael Lam, ayor ATTEST: Wilma J. Thomas, CMC/AAE City Clerk