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Min 05/02/1989 i 208 i Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building May 2, 1989 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. i Perry Goolsby Mayor John Hirschi Charles Thomas Angus Thompson Councilors Robert Barenberg Ron Buffum Don Kirkham i James Berzina City Manager H. P. Hodge City Attorney I Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk I The invocation was given by Vern Raschke, Saint Stephen' s Episcopal Church. Item 3 Pat Brown, an employee of the Health Department's Animal Control Division, was honored as employee of the month for May. Mayor Goolsby presented her with a plaque, City of Wichita Falls pin, and two tickets each to a theatre and dinner. John Bailey, of the Sunrise Optimist Club, was presented a proclamation by Mayor Goolsby, on Hearing Awareness Week. Carl Wilson presented a check to Gail Natale for a brick at the Falls from the Lawton Red Coat Ambassadors, who had recently been guests of the Wichita Falls Gold Coat Ambassadors. Jack Murphy presented an award won by the City in Austin from the Texas Urban Forest Service for the City' s planting of more than 4400 trees in recent years. The award was a painting of the Ben Milani Cypress tree, along the riverwalk in San Antonio. i Mayor Goolsby noted an award received by Councilor Barenberg from the Association of Retired Persons. Item 4 Moved by Councilor Barenberg that minutes of the meetings held April 18 and 26, 1989, be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Buffum, and carried unanimously. 209 Items 5a-7e Items 5c and 6a were moved to the regular agenda. Moved by Councilor Thomas that the consent agenda be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg. Item 5a RESOLUTION NO. 57-89 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION TO THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION FOR THE NARCOTICS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 5b RESOLUTION NO. 58-89 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION TO THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH/PATROL PROGRAM Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 5d RESOLUTION NO. 59-89 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD COMPANY FOR WATER LINE UNDER RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 7 Minutes of the meetings of the following boards and commissions were received. a. Kemp Public Library Advisory Board - March 29, 1989 b. Commission for Disabled Persons - April 10, 1989 C. Planning and Zoning Commission - April 12, 1989 d. Board of Electrical Examiners - April 13 , 1989 e. Commission on Aging - April 5 , 1989 Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 5c RESOLUTION NO. 60-89 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION TO THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION FOR FUNDING OF A CAMPUS DRUG ENFORCEMENT UNIT 210 Item 5c Cont'd Moved b Councilor Barenber that Resolution No. 60-89 be Y g passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson. Councilor Thompson understands that this grant will be used to target dope houses near campuses, and asked if we could also label them as nuisances. Chief Harrelson explained that they are moving in this direction. It is their intention to file on the landlords of these houses. The federal people have been declaring labs as a hazardous material site, and they have been razed. It is a slow tedious process to put a case together that will stand up in court. Councilor Buffum asked how another position will be funded. Chief Harrelson stated they will have amassed enough money through salaries and attrition that this $4,000 would not be a problem. They would ask for the allotment of personnel to be increased September 1, 1989. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 6a Bids were considered for annual supply of water meters. Moved by Councilor Hirschi that the bid for an annual supply of 5/8-inch, 1-inch, 1 1/2-inch, and 2-inch disc water meters be awarded to Badger Meter, Inc. , for a total cost of $89,981. 37. Motion seconded by Councilor Kirkham, and carried unanimously. Moved by Councilor Hirschi that the bid for an annual supply of 2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch turbine water meters be awarded to Neptune Meters, for a total amount of $16,591. Motion seconded by Councilor Kirkham, and carried unanimously. Moved by Councilor Hirschi that the bid for 6-inch turbine water meters be awarded to Hersey Products, for a total amount of $1, 240. Motion seconded by Councilor Buffum, and carried unanimously. Item 8a ORDINANCE NO. 28-89 AN ORDINANCE REZONING LOT 1-A AND THE CLOSED ALLEY IN BLOCK 92, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE AND THE N. 75 FEET OF LOTS 16-21, BLOCK 91, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM RIVER DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ZONE TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL ZONE Moved by Councilor Thomas that Ordinance No. 28-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson. 211 Item 8a Cont'd A parcel of property was clarified as being needed in the river district area. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 8b was pulled from the agenda. Item 8c ORDINANCE NO. 29-89 ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING VISTA CABLEVISION TO OBTAIN A SOLICITOR' S PERMIT TO ALLOW DIRECT ACTION TO CONDUCT A DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITATION CAMPAIGN Moved by Councilor Kirkham that Ordinance No. 29-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson. Councilor Thomas questioned why we would go this route since solicitors for other organizations get their own permits in accordance with the ordinance? Mr. Berzina explained this is like a waiver. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 8d ORDINANCE NO. 30-89 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS Moved by Councilor Buffum that Ordinance No. 30-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Kirkham. Councilor Barenberg asked about duplexes being conditional use, and Mr. McKinney explained that the difference in Single Family One and Single Family Two is lot size. Moved by Councilor Barenberg that residential duplexes and family dwellings be deleted from Section 3130. Motion seconded by Councilor Hirschi. Discussion was held on referring this back to Planning and Zoning because it is a basic change. Mr. McKinney explained that only those proposals which should be considered by the Council at this time are those which have had public hearings. These recommendations are shown on Page 4. The motion and second were withdrawn. I 212 Item 8d Cont'd Discussion began on alcoholic beverage sales, with Councilor Barenberg in favor of allowing it to be sold anywhere except those places where it would abut Single Family One and Two. Councilor Thomas noted that one problem is that we have some residential sections that abut commercial areas. A conditional use only would have to go before a hearing, with public notice. It was noted that it sometimes takes so long to get a permit that they move on to other cities. In areas that back up to residences, they should be given an opportunity to have public input. Councilor Hirschi clarified that Section 5420( 1) referred to the whole piece of property, and not the building itself. Councilor Buffum addressed businesses having the same right of a hearing. Moved by Mayor Goolsby that Ordinance No. 30-89 be amended to delete those changes pertaining to alcoholic beverages contained in Section 5 of the ordinance. Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson. Discussion continued with Mr. McKinney explaining they are trying to streamline the temporary permit requirement process. Only those who already have a valid alcoholic beverage permit are able to obtain a temporary permit, good only for four days. They are presently reviewed by the City Attorney, Police Chief, and County Judge. Mayor Goolsby noted that you are taking away the person' s right to go before a board that is considering this matter. Councilor Thompson felt this whole thing was an attempt to take the right to protest from the citizens. Mr. Hodge pointed out that the only criteria he uses is whether or not they can legally have the permit. He does not look at it from any other viewpoint. He does not screen it for the human element. The question on the amendment was called by Councilor Barenberg, seconded by Councilor Thompson, and failed by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Thompson, Barenberg, and Buffum (Five votes needed) Nays: Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, and Kirkham Councilor Hirschi noted there are parts of this ordinance he has more problems with than others. He requested clarification of Section 5420. The motion to delete those changes pertaining to the sale of alcohol failed by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby and Councilor Thompson Nays: Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Buffum, and Kirkham (Councilor Barenberg was not present at the Council table. ) Moved by Councilor Hirschi that Section 5420, Sub- paragraph 1, be approved as written. Motion seconded by Councilor Thomas. Mr. McKinney explained that this would allow sales located in general commercial zones that do not abut Single Family One and Two to not go through the public hearings, and would be a conditional use. 213 Item 8d Cont'd The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Barenberg, and Kirkham Nays: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Thompson and Buffum Moved by Councilor Hirschi that Paragraph 2 of Section 5420 be approved. Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg. Mr. McKinney explained that this is the same as the one previous, but pertains to restaurants with licenses. Public hearings are required if it abuts single family residences. y The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Barenberg, and Kirkham Nays: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Thompson and Buffum Moved by Councilor Hirschi to strike limited commercial zones from Paragraph 3 . Motion seconded by Councilor Kirkham. Councilor Buffum noted that Planning and Zoning was very reluctant to recommend limited commercial zones for the sale of beer and wine, and intruding and breaking down what this zone was intended for. Mr. Hodge noted that courts have always held that the sale of alcoholic beverage is a privilege, and not a right. The motion failed by the following vote. Ayes: Councilors Hirschi, Barenberg, and Kirkham Nays: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Thompson, Thomas, and Buffum Moved by Councilor Thomas to delete Paragraph 3 , and leave it like it is now. Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg. Following a misunderstanding of Councilor Hirschi ' s previous motion, the Council voted unanimously to suspend the rules and reconsider that motion. The motion to delete limited commercial zones from Paragraph 3 carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, and Kirkham Nays: Councilor Buffum Moved by Councilor Hirschi that we retain the language of the present ordinance, and strike the changes. Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None The Council recessed at 10: 07 A.M. , and reconvened at 10: 22 A.M. 214 Item 8d Cont'd A motion by Councilor Barenberg to call the question on Ordinance No. 30-89, died for lack of a second. Councilor Thompson expressed concerns about Section 5 because of programs we have just voted on drug abuse. He noted that alcohol kills more people than narcotics. Councilor Kirkham asked for clarification of a western curb. Councilor Hirschi also asked about pet services and cemeteries, which is now included in the definition of Services. Mr. McKinney stated they used the state law for a definition of a cemetery. If it should come up they can make the necessary changes. Councilor Hirschi asked questions about the 1200 square feet for limited office space. Mr. McKinney noted they used this in conjunction with the requirement of four parking spaces for non-residential use. He also mentioned signage requirements have been stricken from Section 3420 . Mr. McKinney stated it is covered in the sign regulations. He also clarified Section 3750 on river development. Mr. McKinney also clarified Section 3800 on Permitted Uses as it pertains to alcoholic beverages. Councilor Hirschi also requested that "or other similar material" be added to Section 6210I . The Council had no objection to this addition. Councilor Thompson noted that Art Galleries and Museums are mentioned, but does not see Libraries as a use under the Civic section. No objection was raised by the Council, and it was added. The motion for passage of Ordinance No. 30-89, as amended, carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 9a RESOLUTION NO. 61-89 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CONTRACT WITH ENGINEERING CONSULTING FIRM OF CORLETT, PROBST AND BOYD, INC. FOR RELOCATION AND ADJUSTMENT OF UTILITIES AFFECTED BY PHASE III OF THE HOLLIDAY CREEK FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT Moved by Councilor Buffum that Resolution No. 61-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg. Councilor Buffum questioned the compensation for professional services, and why is this not included in our present contract. Mr. Bonnett explained they felt it was better to bring in a new contract, and kill the old one because of the evolvement of the project. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None 215 Item 9b RESOLUTION NO. 62-89 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CONTRACT WITH ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING FIRM OF DAUGHERITY AND GLOVER, INC. FOR RE-ROOFING OF JASPER STREET WATER TREATMENT PLANT Moved by Councilor Barenberg that Resolution No. 62-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Hirschi. The figure on Exhibit 1 was corrected to read $2424. 20, rather than $2924 .20. Councilor Thompson expressed concern about employment of minorities, and how it will be enforced. He has learned from Mr. Jackson at TEC that they only make referrals. He suggested we do all we can to make sure that employment opportunities are available to all citizens. Mr. Bonnett explained that contractors hire from referrals from Texas Employment Commission. He further stated that this contract is a consulting firm, and not a contractor. Councilor Thompson stated that we need Mr. Bonnett' s help in enforcing this. Mr. Bonnett also explained to the Council that with the age of Jasper Street Water Plant, we will be working on it for a long time. Under state law we are required to have an architect or engineer for projects over $3 ,000. He feels in the long run we will save the City some money. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None Item 9c RESOLUTION NO. 63-89 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONTINUED FUNDING FOR THE RED RIVER BASIN CHLORIDE CONTROL PROJECT Moved by Councilor Hirschi that Resolution No. 63-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thomas. Councilor Buffum commented that we have set a precedent in what we have done with Holliday Creek in putting up a share of our own funds, along with those of the federal government. Councilor Thomas commented that three other states are also involved, and this is very vital for the whole area. Councilor Buffum suggested we omit the words 11100 percent" , and just request funding. Councilor Hirschi suggested correcting the word "nature" to "natural" . He also noted the importance of this project to Wichita Falls. Lake Kemp was built 60 years ago, and with all the recreational facilities it is now producing one-half million dollars per year for this area from the West Texas Utilities Commission. Using this money might be a good way to get this project off-center. 216 Item 9c Cont'd Mr. Bonnett explained the reasons for the effort to put this through as a unit. Mr. Berzina believes this project would be scuttled if we step forward and say we have our share. He suggested maximum funding. Moved by Councilor Buffum that the resolution be amended to remove 11100 percent" . Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg, and carried unanimously. The motion for passage of Resolution No. 63-89, as amended, carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None — — — — — — Item 9d RESOLUTION NO. 64-89 RESOLUTION TO AMEND LEASE AGREEMENTS FOR GRAZING LEASES AT LAKE ARROWHEAD Moved by Councilor Thompson that Resolution No. 64-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg. Mr. Bonnett explained that we currently have leases, and two of them are for land that is not fenced. The original contract read that the rental for the second five-year period would be 85 percent of the highest bid received by the City for comparable grazing land at either Lake Kickapoo or Lake Arrowhead. Mayor Goolsby explained that the highest price we have is at Lake Kickapoo, and not at Arrowhead. It was suggested that no where could you get a price like that for Arrowhead. Councilor Kirkham was of the opinion that each lease should stand on its own, and not be tied to somewhere else. Councilor Thomas explained the reason for this, and part of the reason for price per acre fluctuation is due to the amount of acreage. The motion for passage of Resolution No. 64-89 carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, and Barenberg Nays: Councilors Buffum and Kirkham RESOLUTION NO. 65-89 RESOLUTION TO AMEND LEASE AGREEMENTS FOR GRAZING LEASES AT LAKE ARROWHEAD II Moved by Councilor Barenberg that Resolution No. 65-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thomas. Councilor Thompson feels that some kind of format should be established so that we can be consistent. 217 Item 9d Cont'd The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, and Barenberg Nays: Councilors Buffum and Kirkham Item 10a RESOLUTION NO. 66-89 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AWARD OF A BID AND CONTRACT FOR THE LUCY PARK RIVER TRAIL II PROJECT Moved by Councilor Thompson that Resolution No. 66-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Buffum. Councilor Hirschi stated that he hopes we learned our lesson on this project, and not let something like this happen again. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, and Buffum Nays: Councilor Kirkham Item 10b RESOLUTION NO. 67-89 AWARD OF BID TO ZACK BURKETT COMPANY FOR THE 1989 STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT Moved by Councilor Barenberg that Resolution No. 67-89 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilor Thomas. Councilor Thompson asked why we do not have the provision for discrimination and employment of minorities? Bill Parker, City Engineer, stated that in the blue book which they just adopted there is a provision for equal opportunity employment. They will be picking up the contractor's list each month. Mr. Berzina explained it depends on what the list says, stating that we cannot do the contractor ' s hiring. We can only discuss with him the sensitivity of employment matters. Councilor Thompson stated he would like to have these lists at the time affirmative action reports are given. Councilor Kirkham suggested they might want to take a look at an area on Covington where seepage is occurring. The fine was also discussed for not completing the job on time. The motion for passage of the resolution carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Goolsby, Councilors Hirschi, Thomas, Thompson, Barenberg, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None 218 The City Council recessed at 11: 30 A.M. , and reconvened at 11:40 A.M. Item lla Personnel Officer Jan Stricklin presented the affirmative action report, stating we are moving ahead somewhat in hiring females, both minority and white. Minority hiring will increase in the next quarter because of the Park Department. Promotions for minority have increased; however, there has to be a vacancy before promotions can be made. Hiring for ex-offenders was also mentioned, however, Mrs. Stricklin did not break this down because it is not a minority, but it is reflected in the report. Mrs. Stricklin also pointed out that there are fewer minorities in the technical and professional jobs because of the salaries. They can go to a larger city because of the enticements they can offer. Councilor Thompson expressed concern about the individual with a high school education finding employment. Mrs. Stricklin explained that we have the tuition assistance program, which can enable us to retain more of these persons. Item llb Sammy Pratt, 1506 Red Fox, stated that on April 27, 1987, a petition was submitted to the Council concerning the East Lynwood Park with 101 signatures. He stated that the situation has gotten worse. The Park Board and the Police Department are making things worse. They are reporting to the public that things are well. He mentioned lights, stating they had a gang war out there at one time with 175 people involved. The restroom is locked, but they go to the other side and use it. It and the basketball court need to be removed. He stated that he was told by the City Manager that it would be discriminatory to post no parking signs in the front of their houses. He discussed the importance of people in the neighborhood. He stated that people bring beer out there iced down. He saw three policemen in East Lynwood Park this morning, but after 4: 00 P.M. today you will be lucky if you see one. The same situation is going on in Tesco Park. We are allowing the young people to dictate to us how we live because the law is not being enforced. Councilor Buffum stated they were under the impression that things had improved; obviously it hasn' t. He thanked Mr. Pratt for coming down to express this, stating something will be done. Councilor Thomas suggested they cover over the basketball courts, and perhaps the misfits would go somewhere else. He pointed out that the Council sets policy, and the City Manager and his staff enforce it. Mr. Pratt stated that he reported to the police that a burglary was in progress. He was put on hold, and hung up after holding for a minute. As of today, no one came by to check it. Later that evening the same people came back and pulled the bathroom plumbing fixtures from the wall. If the police had come, these persons would not have come back two hours later. Councilor Barenberg pointed out this behavior is the way they are brought up. There is a wave of attitude moving across the United States that nothing matters except for the desires of the perpetrators. Police Chief Harrelson stated they are looking into the no response at this time. This is the first complaint he has had from Lynwood since the first of the year. They are 219 Item llb Cont'd working on 72 cases in that area. The tactical squad he saw out there are not regular beat officers. They are pin- pointing residential burglaries. They will saturate the area for a while. Jack Murphy, Parks Director, stated that the restrooms should be opened. All of them are closed during the winter. Mr. Pratt stated the restrooms are being used for sex purposes. Mr. Murphy noted they are reviewing the utility of this restroom in this area. They have met a number of times with neighborhood groups. Mr. Pratt stated that a majority of persons wanted the basketball court and restroom moved. Councilor Hirschi pointed out that this will not solve the problem. Mr. Pratt replied that they will not have the congestion of cars in their front yards. Councilor Hirschi noted this is not stopping them at Tesco Park. He agreed that it starts in the home and school where they are not taught any respect for authority. Councilor Kirkham stated he has a facet of that group in his neighborhood, and he understands what Mr. Pratt is saying. People don' t go out into their front yards. In the last two weeks there has been one overdose, one murder, and one shooting. People must take it into their own hands to report this activity. We have to support the police department to get rid of this kind of action. He expressed willingness to do something about this, even if it costs us a tax raise. Councilor Thompson noted there is a gradual breaking down of the factors that cause us to be respectful to our neighbors. People block streets and refuse to move. This kind of disrespect has been going on for several years. There is a feeling in the black community that something will be done, either by them or the civil authority. There is a move of disenchantment with authority and job offers in our city. He mentioned that drugs and overdose are not very far from where he lives. Mayor Goolsby assumes that Mr. Pratt' s previous request was evaluated, and determined that it would not solve the problem. He would say that it should be re-evaluated, and if necessary, expenditure could be authorized. The Police Department will do what they can to protect the people out there, as much as they can. The problems rest also with the parents, and others. Councilor Barenberg stated this is not the only park which has problems. He would like to see about bringing back a request for park rangers in the budget process. Councilors Thomas and Thompson support this. Item llc Councilor Buffum noted that community forums and block meetings will be held with the BCI for people in the Southeast part of town. Information will be out in a few days. Councilor Barenberg mentioned skate boarders on Hatton Road, and a safety measure. He also asked if the golf course contract has been signed yet, and Mr. Berzina stated it hasn' t. He would like the question of women not being allowed on the golf course on Saturday morning settled before a contract is signed with this company. 220 Item 11c Cont'd Mr. Hodge read the state law on litter from an automobile. The state law places the responsibility on the driver or owner of a car or boat. It covers public streets. The fine is a Class C misdemeanor. If previously convicted, the fine is a Class A misdemeanor. Councilor Hirschi addressed the sanitation issue, stating that the total cost of the department is $5,363 ,000. To fund this through ad valorem tax would take 20-21 cents of new ad valorem taxes. This would provide no incentive to recycle. He mentioned the advisability of trying to raise money for projects through a sinking fund where we pay cash. On the purchase of the Boddy ranch, at 3 . 8 million, if that money had been invested for twenty years it would have grown to thirteen and one-half million. We need to save money for projects, rather than having a bond issue. Councilor Kirkham noted that consideration of raising the tax for garbage is only one of the options being considered. There has to be some method of allowing this landfill to reach its maximum life. Councilor Thompson would like to find an answer to financing our streets, etc. , without a bond issue. He asked about additional CDBG funds. Mr. McKinney explained they have tried to obtain as much federal money as they can on the programs they are aware of, and that the domestic programs are receiving reduced funding from Washington. Councilor Thompson asked about the status with the railroad on the Seventh Street crossing. Mr. Bonnett stated it will be on the next agenda. Councilor Hirschi commented on the Texas Tech/TIF meeting with architects, stating they have a completely different approach to what we have seen in the river area. Item lld Mr. Berzina commented that we spend a lot of time talking about our areas of deficiency, but the City has come a long way during the past few years. They have tried to beautify the city. He stated there seems to be two different factions in Lynwood East. Maybe we have had a breakdown during this last twenty-five years of individual rights. Resources are disappearing at the state and federal level. He suggested they take a field trip to see if all these things are really happening. He emphasized that he is not ashamed to show anyone around Wichita Falls. Items lle-h The City Council recessed into executive session at 12: 55 P.M. , according to Article 6252-17, Section 2, Paragraph (e) of the Revised Civil Statutes. The meeting reconvened at 1: 45 P.M. Moved by Councilor Thomas that Mrs. Pat Grozier be appointed to the Arts Commission for a term to expire April 30, 1991 (replacing Mr. Henry Dvorken) . Motion seconded by Councilor Barenberg, and carried unanimously. 221 Items lle-h Cont'd Moved by Councilor Thomas that Gale Richardson and Hunter Kirkpatrick be appointed to the Park Board for terms to expire December 31, 1989 (replacing Richard Gunselman and Jeff Koontz , who resigned) . Motion seconded by Councilor Thompson, and carried unanimously. Moved by Councilor Thomas that Nancy Sherrill be appointed to the Landmark Commission for a term to expire December 31, 1991 (replacing Jo Alice Davis, who resigned) . Motion seconded by Councilor Buffum, and carried unanimously. The City Council adjourned at 1 : 47 P.M. PASSED AND APPROVED this the ► �_ � day of , 1989. Perry G lsby, Mayor ATTEST: f i Wilma J. Thomas, CMC/AAE City Clerk