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Min 09/16/1986 329 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building September 16, 1986 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. Charles Harper Mayor Sandy Goff Charles Thomas Ruth Ann Allred Councilmen Ronald Buffum Don Kirkham Lindsey Walker James Berzina City Manager H. P. Hodge City Attorney Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk Fred L. Werner Chief Accounting Officer The invocation was given by Lucy Huff, Chaplain at the Wichita Falls State Hospital . Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that Sheppard Air Force Base is celebrating the 39th birthday of the air force this week. He read a poeri, by John Gillespie McGee. Item 3 Moved by Councilman Thomas that minutes of the meeting held Septemk',er 2, 1986, be approved. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried unanimously. Items 4a - 8f Moved by Councilman Allred that the consent agenda be approved. Motion seconded by Councilman Walker. Item 4a Dr. Lee Williamson, Superintendent of Schools, introduced Sandrea Marvel and Sylvia Hawkins, of his staff. He also introduced Ian Wallace, from Victoria, Australia, and the Shire of Diamond Valley. Mr. Wallace presented Charles Harper, Mayor, with cuff links, with their crest on them. He also presented some books. Charles Harper, Mayor, expressed his appreciation. Item 5a RESOLUTION NO. 134-86 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FILE APPLICATIONS FOR ADDITIONAL UNITS UNDER THE SECTION 8 EXISTING HOUSING ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS PROGRAM Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 6a The bid for high pressure sodium lamps and ballast kits was awarded to Amfac Electric, in the amount of $38,742.85. 330 Item 6a (Cont. ) Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 6b The bid for a brush chipper was awarded to Universal Equipment Company, in the amount of $5,760. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 6c The bid for concrete columns at Rosemont and Lakeview cemeteries was awarded to M. and F. Litteken, in the amount of $6,866. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 6d The bid for ornamental iron fencing and archway for Rosemont and Lakeview cemeteries was awarded to Lake Road Welding, in the amount of $14,190. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 6e RESOLUTION NO. 135-86 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID OF OPEX, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1986 CDBG UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 6f The bid for an annual supply of data processing paper and forms was awarded to Data Documents, in the amount of $27,004.09. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 7a RESOLUTION NO. 136-86 RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT 1985 CDBG SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE FINAL PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR - Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Items 8a - f A. Minutes of the meeting of the Kemp Public Library Advisory Board held August 11 , 1986, were received. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None 331 'Items 8a - f (Cont. ) i B. Minutes of the meeting of the Landmark Commission held August 11, 11986, were received. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None C. Minutes of the meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjustment held ,August 27, 1986, were received. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None D. Minutes of the meeting of the Park Board held August 28, 1986, 1were received. I Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None E. Minutes of the meeting of the Youth Activities Advisory Council ;held September 8, 1986, were received. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None F. Minutes of the meeting of the Mayor' s Commission on the Status of jWomen held August 7, 1986, were received. i Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 9a A public hearing was opened on River Ridge annexation. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked about squaring off some of this property for annexation. Mr. McKinney stated that was not done because it would ; split a piece of property. No one else desired to be heard, and the public 1hearing was closed. — — — — — — Item l0a ORDINANCE NO. 73-86 AN ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 9(B)(j) OF APPENDIX A, WICHITA FALLS CODE OF ORDINANCES (COMPREHENSIVE SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE NO. 2118) FOR J.K.M. ESTATES, LOT 1 , WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS Roger McKinney stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission had recom- mended that the requirement to front on a public street be waived for Lot 1 . It was conditioned upon recording of the final plat. Moved by Councilman Buffum that Ordinance No. 73-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Goff, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None 332 Item 10b ORDINANCE NO. 74-86 AN ORDINANCE REZONING LOT 14, BLOCK 16, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM HEAVY COMMERCIAL (HC) TO RISIDENTIAL MIXED USE (RMU) Mr. McKinney stated that this is a rezoning request. None were opposed, and the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended that it be approved. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked if this would be considered spot zoning? Mr. McKinney stated that they felt that rather than trying to rezone the entire tract, that it would be an extension of residential mixed use. Councilman Buffum noted that this is surrounded by junk yards. Moved by Councilman Goff that Ordinance No. 74-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 10c ORDINANCE NO. 75-86 AN ORDINANCE REZONING LOTS 2A & 6-10, BLOCK 23, BARWISE & JALONICK ADDITION, WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM HEAVY INDUSTRIAL (HI) TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL (HC) ZONE Moved by Councilman Thomas that Ordinance No. 75-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 10d ORDINANCE NO. 76-86 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 7630 & 7650(E) OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO REQUIRE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC NOTICE FOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS AND PRESCRIBING A FEE FOR REQUIRED SIGNS Moved by Councilman Buffum that Ordinance No. 76-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Gff. Mr. McKinney explained that they had received input from several different groups. Councilman Buffum was hopeful that this will resolve the issue of people not knowing that a variance is being requested. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 10e ORDINANCE NO. 77-86 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 6130A OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO REQUIRE A FIVE (5) FEET MINIMUM INTERIOR SIDE AND REAR SETBACK, WHEN NOT ABUTTING AN ALLEY, FOR THE EXPANSION, ALTERATION, AND EXTENSION OF A NONCONFORMING RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE 333 Item 10e (Cont. ) Moved by Councilman Goff that Ordinance No. 77-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 10f ORDINANCE NO. 78-86 ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE AND EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS TO CITY CONTRACTS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES Moved by Councilman Goff that Ordinance No. 78-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. Councilman Thomas asked the City Manager if he thinks this is really necessary? Mr. Berzina stated that there have been some instances in which they have had problems. This would give the staff some flexibility. If this is done, the Council would want to know about it at the next meeting. An amended motion was made by Councilman Buffum that Section 3 be added to the ordinance to state that when a change order is made, it will be reported to the City Council at its next meeting. Motion seconded by Councilman Thomas, and carried unanimously. The motion for passage of Ordinance No. 78-86, as amended, was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item lOg ORDINANCE NO. 80-86 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 31 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO REMOVE ARTICLE III , SECTIONS 31-67 THROUGH 31-82 GOVERNING U-DRIVE-IT VEHICLES Moved by Councilman Thomas, for discussion, the Ordinance No. 80-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Walker. The City Clerk and City Attorney explained the reasons for this request. Mrs. Thomas explained that this is in keeping with the Council ' s desire to look at the provisions of our old ordinances, to determine if they are still applicable today. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 10h ORDINANCE NO. 79-86 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 22-1, SUBSECTION (a)(9) AND SECTION 22-4 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ALLOW THE POSTING OF ADVERTISING 334 Item 10h (Cont. ) DEVICES AND THE POSSESSION AND CONSUMPTION OF BEER AT HAMILTON PARK AT THE "GOBLINS' JOG" ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1 , 1986 Moved by Councilman Goff that Ordinance No. 79-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum. Mike Bullitt explained that the major sponsor is a beer distributor. Proceeds will benefit the Association for Retarded Citizens. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 10i ORDINANCE NO. 81-86 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING FUNDS BETWEEN DEPARTMENTS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND Moved by Councilman Allred that Ordinance No. 81-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Goff, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 11a A public hearing was opened on the 1986-87 budget. Gary McLendon, a member of the Police Department, mentioned a letter that he sent to the Council . He stated that the basic need in the Police Department is that the Chief needed some new officer positions. He stated that there would be no savings in the police budget. He questioned any savings in civilianization of the records section. He stated that if the Council wants to save money, Option Two should be considered, stating that it would save $20,000. He stated that they wanted to replace their bullet proof vests. Mr. McLendon stated that he was transferred to third shift patrol after the September 2 meeting. He had previously been administrative officer. The City Manager stated that they had planned to do away with this position. Chief Harrelson stated that several positions were being reviewed, to determine the necessity of the position, and a sworn officer in that position. The Personnel Director told him, after an audit, that it did not justify placing an officer in that position, or even to justify that position. Chief Harrelson noted that if Officer McLendon has a grievance, he should submit it through proper channels, and not before this Council . Mr. McLendon stated that he did not appear before the Council to present a grievance, but Mr. Walker asked him about the transfer. Mr. Berzina explained that a clothing allowance was cut, but they never told them to cut bullet proof vests. Mr. McLendon stated that he did not mean to imply that that was where it had been cut. He just wanted to continue replacing them. Mr. Berzina replied that this was what came across. Chief Harrelson further explained the civilianization of the records and identification section, stating that it is more expensive, but it has merits of replacing officers with civilians. Mrs. Viola Morton, 1631 Red Fox, appeared regarding beautification of the medians on Sheppard Access Road. She was highly in favor of locating a softball complex on that road. She also asked that the ordinance on junk cars be enforced. 335 Item lla (Cont. ) Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that it would cost $137,000 for the three 'blocks along Sheppard Access Road, including curb and gutter, beautify medians, sprinkler system, trees, etc. Some work would have to be done by the property owners that live and work along Sheppard Access Road. They want an agreement ,that these people would upgrade their businesses along there. It would be This intention that the City would enforce the junk car ordinance. Mr. McKinney stated that there have been several business out there who have been perennial problems. They will clean them up just enough to get the City off their backs, but it is difficult to take very much action because of the way the ordinance is now drafted. Charles Harper, Mayor, would like the neighbors to try to do something to help in the situation of a junk car lot. He mentioned a letter from Bob Nestbrooks, and the names of some interested people. Councilman Buffum asked !Mr. McKinney to take a look at the ordinance to see how the Council can support the staff in giving them tools to operate. Councilman Thomas reinforced the Mayor' s remarks for community participation, and formation of a committee, stating that it is sort of a watchdog. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that it is his recommendation that we appropriate the money, as soon as we have the cooperative effort put together. Katie Goins stated that she is on the library committee for the Genealogy ,Association. They have placed several thousand dollars in the library. ,They would not like to see the library moved, but more work done on that !one. She stated that they can give several reasons why it is not used more. ! She also mentioned Friends of the Library getting started, and the Mayor ( noted that that is being done. She was not in favor of a consultant. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that they do not know what is best for the library. There are a lot of different ways to do a library. Councilman Buffum noted that sometimes when you are close to the problem, you fail to see the overall problem. Councilman Thomas noted that if we study it, and do nothing, it is worthless to us. Councilman Buffum stated that these recommendations i will be the basis for action. The public hearing on the budget was closed. Item llb Discussion was held on a proposed ordinance making appropriations for the 1986-87 budget year. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that the public hearing is over and this will be limited to council debate. City Manager James Berzina stated that Budget A is the one he submitted with the two percent cost of living. Budget B is the one that came from some of the programs and priorities the Council wanted. It includes $20,000 for library funding, $75,000 for tree planting, and $104,000 for civilian- ization of the police records. The remainder will go for health care costs. Drainage and beautification are not in either budget. There are funds in revenue sharing and community development. During the course of the year, they will have the opportunity to appropriate monies for some of these projects. ORDINANCE NO. 82-86 AN ORDINANCE MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE SUPPORT MAINTENANCE, BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1 , 1986, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1987, BOTH DATES INCLUSIVE, ADOPTING THE BUDGET FIGURES AND ACCOUNTS AS PART OF SAID APPROPRIATIONS, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Moved by Councilman Thomas, for discussion, that Ordinance No. 82-86 be passed, for adoption of Budget B. Motion seconded by Councilman Walker. Councilman Walker asked about the dollar amounts. Mr. Berzina explained how the $448,000 cost of living would be distributed in other areas. Councilman Kirkham asked if this health care would relieve the employee of some of these costs? Mr. Berzina explained that under Plan B, the health care costs would remain the same. It will allow us to transfer the funds, where we had 336 Item llb (Cont. ) anticipated a shortfall . Councilman Kirkham also mentioned the library. Mr. Berzina explained that if the money is there, it is not used until we have a scope of services. Chief Harrelson explained what he anticipates in civilianization of the identification and records section. Councilman Thomas asked how many of the 117 are actually uniformed patrolmen? Chief Harrelson explained that this is why we are auditing these positions. We are at the point where we need more police officers. He stated that we need more supervisors, contrary to what Mr. Hamilton told them the other day. He stated that there are a lot of jobs that civilians can better handle. Any time we try to civilianize a job that officers have done, you will see some opposition. This is the reason why the budget position was dropped, and the officer put back in the field. He stated that we are seven officers short now. Councilman Kirkham stated that the more officers we can have out there, the better off we are. Councilman Buffum stated that night patrols are single officers. We also need to be aware that officers are getting the support they need. Councilman Thomas noted that another ten officers would cost almost two cents on the taxes. Mr. Barrett stated that their direction from the Council is trying to hold the tax rate down. Councilman Thomas agreed, stating that at some point we may need to increase taxes. Chief Harrelson stated that they are under-staffed, and that is why they are looking at audits to see where they can best utilize their officers. Councilman Thomas stated that if the Council has any thoughts on increasing it, now might be the time to do it. Mr. Berzina stated that there are some revenue estimates that we need to monitor this year. Some discussion was held on bond funded projects which were voted on. They are all underway. The annual requirement of $400,000 for soil lining for the landfill was also mentioned. Mr. Bonnett does not believe we can now compete with the private sector. The motion for passage of Ordinance No. 82-86 (Budget B) was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item llc ORDINANCE NO. 83-86 AN ORDINANCE LEVYING, ASSESSING AND FIXING THE TAX RATE FOR THE USE AND SUPPORT OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AND PROVIDING THE INTEREST AND SINKING FUND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1986-87 AND APPORTIONING EACH LEVY FOR THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE AND PROVIDING FOR THE ASSESSMENT OF ANNUAL OCCUPATION TAXES PROVIDED BY LAW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY Moved by Councilman Buffum that Ordinance No. 83-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. The question was called by Councilman Thomas, and the vote unanimous. The motion for passage of Ordinance No. 83-86 was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 12a RESOLUTION NO. 137-86 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AGREEING TO 337 Item 12a Cont. } COOPERATE WITH THE CITY OF LAWTON, OKLAHOMA, IN FURTHERING THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE GENERAL AREA INFLUENCED BY THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AND THE CITY OF LAWTON, OKLAHOMA Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 137-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Goff. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that various meetings have been held between ;the City Manager and the Mayor of Lawton. This opens up a lot of things we want to do. We cannot pass this together because it is illegal for the Council to meet outside the city. At some time they will meet with Lawton for an official signing. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None ;Item 12b i RESOLUTION NO. 138-86 RESOLUTION GRANTING EXCEPTION UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 125-85, WHICH REQUIRES 70 PERCENT OF WORKER HOURS ON CERTAIN PROJECTS BE PERFORMED BY RESIDENTS OF AN AREA WITHIN 250 STATUTE MILES OF WICHITA FALLS, FOR A PROJECT TO CONSTRUCT ELEVATED WATER STORAGE TANKS Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 138-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Goff. Mr. Berzina stated that the problem they run into is that many companies have their own people, then we say they can't bid because they have their own people. Many of those who would bid are outside the 250 mile limit. Mr. Bonnet stated that they believe that this is a specialized project in nature, and will be very competitive. He feels the contractor will bring in his entire crew. To be competitive in this situation, he believes we should waive it. The motion for passage of Ordinance No. 138-86 was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, and Kirkham Nays: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Walker, and Buffum Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that he is not against waiving it, but he is against waiving it at this time. Councilman Walker commented that if we continue to waive it, then he sees no need for the ordinance for spec- ialized work. Item 12c RESOLUTION NO. 139-86 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM, UNDER TITLE I OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOP- MENT ACT OF 1974, AS AMENDED Charles Harper, Mayor, asked if we could review our priorities, but leave the money the same? Mr. Berzina stated that if we took out some streets, and added others , then we would be required to have a public hearing again. He feels we could do some of these things on streets in which we had input, such as Wolcott Street. Mr. Berzina reviewed all projects to be funded under the Community Development Block Grant program. 338 Item 12c (Cont. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked how we would add other programs into it? Mr. Barrett stated that this is what has been submitted to federal officials. They can amend the application to make it adjust to what has been submitted. It was noted that the Senior Citizens Center had requested $50,000, the East Side Resource Center $7,500, Wolcott Street rehabilitation $174,000, Bristol drainage $50,000 to one million, Morgan Lane drainage channel $384,000 to 1.6 million, Sheppard Access Road $137,000, and Lobban Lane $47,800, or only the ditching for $7,000. The Lobban Lane project is not in the community development area. Councilman Buffum noted that he and Councilman Allred met with Dale Heath, Executive Director of the Senior Citizens Center. She would like to retain the $30,000 initially recommended for senior citizens. They both agreed with this. She is aware that this is not an ongoing request. Miss Heath stated that she would like to put the money into the general operations fund. They are anticipating a $77,000 cut from Nortex. She stated that, hopefully, they can take measures this year to prevent a shortfall . She stated that they are looking at this as a one-time donation. She does not know where they could cut anything else, and still provide the service. Mr. Barrett stated that this $30,000 does not appear in the budget, at present. He would recommend that they direct him to move money from the Public Works department. They would also have to enter into a contract with the Senior Citizens Center, and direct where the money would go, and how it would be used. The Council agreed to reallocate $30,000 to the Senior Citizens. Councilman Walker requested that the Senior Citizens not close up any more centers without consulting them. Frankie Durkee stated that she is concerned about Senior Citizens. She knows people who are very much in need of meals. She stated that this is the city that faith built. It was noted that there is no stipulation that any money be raised before the City would participate. Dale Heath stated that some clergymen agreed to raise some money for their assistance. Councilmen Thomas and Buffum noted that they appreciated Mrs. Durkee' s comments about this being the city that faith built. David Brock, representing the Community Resources Center, requested $7,500 for roof repair and electrical work. He stated that this would help to encourge other contributions to make up the remainder. Mr. Barrett stated that it could be taken out of street improvements, the river project, or housing rehabilitation. Councilman Buffum stated that his problem with this request is that the Senior Citizens were already in the program. Moved by Councilman Walker that $7,500 be added into the Community Develop- ment Block Grant Funds from housing rehabilitation, with funds being contingent upon Mr. Brock raising the other amount. Motion seconded by Mayor Harper. Councilman Goff asked if we are within the fifteen percent of the maximum on dollars for this fund. Mr. Barrett stated that we are not funding the agency, but doing some work on their building. This may not come under the fifteen percent requirement. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Goff, Walker, and Kirkham Nays: Councilmen Thomas, Allred, and Buffum Robert Beaver, 6 Farris, stated that Angus Thompson, at CAC, failed to open his books, and he asked if they sign a contract on what they plan to do with the money, and is it public record? Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that it is. City Attorney H. P. Hodge stated that what we spend our money for is public record. Moved by Councilman Goff that Resolution No. 139-86 be passed. 339 lItem 12c (Cont. ) Motion seconded by Councilman Walker, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilman Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 12d RESOLUTION NO. 140-86 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO TRANSFER A SUF- FICIENT AMOUNT FROM THE GENERAL FUND'S AIRPORT OPERATING SUBSIDY TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS AT THE AIRPORT DURING FY 1986-87 Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 140-86 be passed, stating that he wished the Aviation Board had more input into it. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None I Item 12e i RESOLUTION NO. 141-86 RESOLUTION APPROVING CONTRACT WITH CHILTON CORPORATION FOR COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Moved by Councilman Thomas, for discussion, that Resolution No. 141-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. i� Councilman Thomas asked if this gives us an out with them? Mr. Werner stated that we can terminate, with notice. Councilman Thomas stated that it is not a local company. Mr. Werner noted that we have done business with Chilton since 1983. Mr. Hodge explained that this just applies to the accounts we give them. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None The City Council recessed at 12:15 P.M. , and reconvened at 1:20 P.M. Item 13a Moved by Councilman Allred that bids be awarded, as follows, for annual requirements of office supplies. a. Office Supplies - Wilson Office Supply - $14,367.27 b. Binders - McBee Binders - $1,613.02 c. Envelopes and Paper - $9,576.50 Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, and carried unanimously. Item 13b RESOLUTION NO. 142-86 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID OF SAM GIBBS MUSIC COMPANY FOR INSTALL- ATION OF SOUND SYSTEM IN CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 340 Item 13b (Cont. ) Troy Jensen explained the difference in the two prices, with the port- ability option. Moved by Councilman Thomas that the bid be awarded to Sam Gibbs Music Company, in the amount of $7,645, for the complete system. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 13c RESOLUTION NO. 143-86 RESOLUTION AWARDING BID FOR THE CITY'S INSURANCE PROGRAM Moved by Councilman Goff that Resolution No. 143-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 13d RESOLUTION NO. 144-86 RESOLUTION TO AWARD BID FOR THE KEMP BOULEVARD REHABILITATION PROJECT Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 144-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. Mr. Bonnett explained the alternatives for Kemp Boulevard. He stated that they are not overly optimistic about a long term solution. There is a surface and underground water problem. Extra funds will be used to make repairs. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 13e Bids were considered on traffic signal controllers and cabinets. Bob Parker, Traffic Director, stated that we have a complete bench stock of parts for the Eagle controller. We do not have any parts on hand for the low bidder. He recommended award of the bid to Traffic Signal Equipment, Inc. , in the amount of $102,544, stating that it is most advantageous to the City, and will cost less over the life of the controllers. Motion seconded by Councilman Goff, and carried unanimously. Item 13f RESOLUTION NO. 145-86 AWARD OF BID FOR PARKS MAINTENANCE BUILDING EXTENSIONS Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 145-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. 341 Item 13f (Cont. ) Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 13g Bids were considered on rotary riding mowers. It was recommended by Bob Parker that the bid be awarded to Colonial Motors, in the amount of $57,420. Mr. Berzina stated that we are trying to move up in this type of equipment. Moved by Councilman Goff that the bid be awarded, as recommended. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. A Ma yor ayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 13h RESOLUTION NO. 146-86 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE HAMILTON PARK HANDICAP AND FITNESS AREA PROJECT Councilman Buffum inquired if the restrooms in Hamilton Park are equipped for the handicapped. Moved by Councilman Buffum that Resolution No. 146-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Goff, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 14a RESOLUTION NO. 147-86 RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND SEWER LINES TO SERVE RV PARK AND AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE A FINAL PAYMENT Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 147-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, Kirkham, and Walker Nays: None Item 14b RESOLUTION NO. 148-86 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR FOR COMPLETION OF THE 1985 SLURRY SEAL AND SCRATCH OVERLAY MAINTENANCE PROGRAM Moved by Councilman Goff that Resolution No. 148-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None (Councilman Walker was out of the room. ) 342 Item 14c RESOLUTION NO. 149-86 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NUMBERS 1 THROUGH 6 TO THE WICHITA FALLS WATERFALL CONTRACT Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 149-86 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Mayor Harper, Councilmen Goff, Thomas, Allred, Buffum, and Kirkham Nays: None (Councilman Walker was out of the room. ) Item 15a Councilman Buffum reported on possible adoption of a Council position of funding outside agencies from the general fund, community development . block grants, and hotel -motel funds. He noted that the City was involved in the founding of the Martin Luther King Center, the Community Action Corpor- ation, and the Mental Health Mental Retardation Center, and they felt these should remain. Other agencies can appear before the Committee for funding on a one-time basis. This is for a specific program, and it will not go undesignated in the operating fund. The request must be made in the City Manager' s office by May 15. No more than one percent of the general fund budget will be used. He stated that it was their attempt to incorporate the thoughts of this council into this policy. In the Community Development Block Grant funds, it is a statement of what has been in existence. No more than fifteen percent can be used this way. These are federal guidelines. Requests must be submitted no later than May 15. In the hotel-motel fund, it was a way of stating what is already in existence. At least one percent shall be used for advertising for tourism, one percent for arts, and at least two percent for convention facilities. This cannot be used for outside agencies. Councilman Allred stated that they have put a time limit on this for next year. All requests will be in the City Manager's office by May 15. No letters will be sent out by the staff, requesting them to appear. No one will appear before the Council . Letters will be submitted to the Committee. Mr. Berzina suggested a resolution on this. Councilman Walker asked about them not appearing before the Council ? Councilman Allred stated that present- ations would be made before the Committee. The Committee could be made up of all council members , if desired. There would not be a public hearing. Recommendations would be brought to the Council . The City Attorney will prepare a resolution for the next council meeting. Item 15b Ken Wigington, from Dean, Texas, represented the Dean Dale Water Supply Corporation, stating that they would like to know if they can look forward to re-negotiating their contract with the City for additional water. Councilman Buffum asked if there are other alternatives to the purchasing of this water? Mr. Wigington stated that they could wildcat wells, but they do not have deep flowing water in their area. It would be cheaper to purchase water from the City of Wichita Falls, plus , it is treated water. Councilman Goff asked if there is a study going to be made that would help us re-negotiate these water contracts? Mr. Bonnett noted that the issue before the Council is growth patterns, and where you want growth to continue. The study in January will address other issues. Charles Harper, Mayor re- quested Mr. Bonnett to make a recommendation to the Council on water needs of all our customers, and let them look at all of them at the same time. H. P. McDonald, representing Archer County Municipal Utility District No. 1, stated that they are located South of Wichita Falls, and on the south side of Lakeside City. He requested that they be permitted to move their boundary line 1,089 feet, or a five-acre tract. They have a limit of 300 meters. They would like to eliminate the boundary line in the middle of 343 Item 15b (Cont. ) the road. Charles Harper, Mayor, suggested that this request be included in the package they have already asked Mr. Bonnett to look at. The Council would like a synopsis and history of all water contract purchasers. Councilman Thomas stated that they are concerned about the capacity to treat water. Even with the new system, we will still be at near capacity. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that they have been asked by a convention that is coming in, to use the Activity Center free. A Missionary Baptist Convention wants to use the Auditorium free for three hours for a joint session Hof up to 5 ,000 people, on October 23, from 11:00 to 2:00 o'clock. The City (Attorney will prepare a resolution for consideration. Councilman Thomas ,suggested that we provide them space, but they will have to pay for cleaning and other necessary expenses, as long as they use more than 350 rooms in (the city. Mr. Berzina suggested 500 rooms for use of the auditorium. Sam C. Francis, 1006 Austin, stated that the tax collector told him that part of his property had been sold. There seems to be a dispute of eight feet over the property line between he and his neighbor. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked Mr. Berzina and the tax collector to find out what this is all ,about, and report back to the Council . Louis Esquibel , 1317 North 6th, appeared in regard to economic growth and development for the greater Wichita Falls area. He stated that one of the biggest problems is obtaining commitments from governmental officials. He proposed a way to accomplish this. He supported the idea of location of a new softball field and sportatorium between Sheppard Access Road and I-44, stating that this area has potential for growth. Item 15c The City Council recessed into executive session at 2:45 P.M. , according to Article 6252-17, Section 2, Paragraph (g) , of the Revised Civil Statutes. They reconvened at 5:49 P.M. , and immediately adjourned. PASSED AND APPROVED this TCcv day of � �' 1986. C arles Harper, Mayor ATTEST: Wilma J. Thomas , CIVIC, City Clerk ./'ii