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Min 04/21/1987 497 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building, April 21 , 1987 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 14emorial Auditorium Building at 5:.30 o'clock P.M. , with the following members present. Charles Harper Mayor John Hirschi Charles Thomas Councilmen Anaus Thompson Ruth Ann Allred Don Kirkham James Berzina City vianager Edward Barrett Assistant City r;anacer H. P. Hodge City Attorney Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk. Fred L. Werner Chief Accounting Officer Ronald Buffum Absent The invocation was given by Jerry Reed, Liberty Baptist Church. Charles Harper, mayor, read a poem written by Sam 'Walter Foss in 1895, entitled, The Calf Path. He also read a proclamation for the Mothers of Twins Club. Tonie Shirer represented the Club, stating that she is a twin, and she also has twins. Item 3 Moved by Councilman Thomas that minutes of the meetinc held April 7, 1987 , be approved. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, noting that on Page 488, Item, 12a, the vote on the failed motion appears to be reversed. The minutes, as corrected, were unanimously approved. Items 4a-8d Items 4a and 5a were moved to the regular agenda. Iteri 5c was removed from the agenda . ?loved ay Councilman Kirkham that the consent agenda be approves;. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Item 4b -iDINAi CE N� 30-87 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 22-1(a) (9) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ALLOW THE POSTING OF ADVERTISING DEVICES AT THE "ARTS AND CRAFTS EVE T" SPONSORED BY THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT ON SATURDAY, MAY 23, 19f 7, FROM 10:00 O'CLOCK A. M. TO 3:00 O'CCLOCK P. IN LUCY PARK. Ayes: Charles ;Iar -er, 1'la yor, Councilmen iiirsc ihii , Thomas, Thompson, Allred any; Kirkham Nays: none 498 Item 6a Bids were awarded, as follows, for an annual supply of water meters. a. Badger Meter, Inc. , - 2200, 5/8" - $42,570.00 b. Badger Meter, Inc. , - 130, 1" - $5,343.00 c. Badger Meter, Inc. , - 15, 1 1/2" - $2,058.30 d. Badger Meter, Inc. - 10, 2" Disc - $1 ,740.00 e. Neptune Meter Co. - 5, 2" Turbine - $1 ,645.00 f. Neptune Meter Co. - 5, 3" - $2,145.00 g. Neptune Meter Co. - 2, 4" Neptune - $1,260.00 h. Neptune Meter Co. - 1 , 6" - $1,790.00 i . Neptune Meter Co. - 1 , 8" - $2,190.00 Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays : None Item 7a RESOLUTION NO. 60-87 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NUMBER 2 FOR THE 1987 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MILLING AND STREET OVERLAY PROJECT. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 7b RESOLUTION NO. 61-87 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR FOR COMPLETION OF LANDFILL BUILDING EXTENSION PROJECT Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 8a Minutes of the meeting of the Youth Activities Advisory Council held March 2, 1987, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 8b Minutes of the meeting of the Board of Electrical Examiners held March 12, 1987, were received. Ayes : Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 8c Minutes of the meeting of the Park Board held March 26, 1987, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 8d _ Minutes of the meeting of the Board of Directors of Tax Increment 499 Financing Reinvestment Zone No. 1 held March 31 , 1987, were received. i Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None i Councilman Hirschi asked about the status of the lawsuit. City Attorney H. P. Hodge stated that it is still in the pre-trial stage. He noted that he will participate in the case on the side of Coca Cola. Councilman Hirschi also asked how the water quality report is being handled? Mr. Berzina stated that he is not aware of any consultants being hired, nor is he aware of any formal study. Councilman Thomas noted that they would have to come to the City Council to receive money for any formal study. i Item 4a ORDINANCE NO. 31-87 AN ORDINANCE CLOSING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING THE PORTION OF AVENUE V, LYING WEST OF ARTHUR STREET AND RETAINING A UTILITY EASEMENT Moved by Councilman Thomas that Ordinance No. 31-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred. Following a question from Councilman Thomas, Mr. McKinney stated that this street is not on the ground. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 5a RESOLUTION NO. 62-87 RESOLUTION ADOPTING CHAPTER 17 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE AS THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Moved by Councilman Kirkham that Resolution No. 62-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 9a ORDINANCE NO. 32-87 ORDINANCE TO RESCIND ORDINANCE NO. 112-85 AND TO ADJUST WATER RATES AND OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR RETAIL CUSTOMERS USING RAW WATER ONLY Moved by Councilman Thomas, for discussion, that Ordinance No. 32-87 be passed. Notion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . Councilman Hirschi asked about the list of raw water users. Mr. Bonnett stated that the two major users are the Country Club, and the Weeks Park Golf Course. There are fifteen customers, but most are very small . Mr. Gross explained the rate and volume u-sed. It covers the 500 cost in administering the account. Mr. Gross did not believe this encourages usage; if anything, it would tend to discourage it. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham ys: None Item 9b ORDINANCE NO. 33-87 ORDINANCE TO APPROVE WHOLESALE WATER RATES FOR CONTRACT CUSTOMERS Moved by Councilman Thomas, for discussion, that Ordinance No. 33-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred. Councilman Hirschi asked for a comparison of the suggested rates, with what we are charging the people in the city. Mr. Bonnett explained that this is the rate for wholesale customers. The in-town customers also have a minimum charge, but after the first cubic feet they pay eighty- seven cents per 100 cubic feet. Mr. Bonnett stated that these rates are predicated on a memorandum of understanding with the customers who purchase water from us. The test year used in calculating these rates is the previously audited year. A meeting was held with the customers and he feels they have answered most of their questions. Mr. Searcy Willis, Consultant, was in attendance, along with some of the users. Gerry Nunley, of Holliday, stated that they are not happy with an increase, but that they understand. Councilman Thomas asked Mr. Willis how the rates are based, and he stated that it is on the actual cost to produce the water, and the return on investment. Councilman Thomas stated that he hopes these people will all come together in the future to form a water district, and all share in the cost of the lakes. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 9c ORDINANCE NO. 34-87 AN ORDINANCE REZONING A PORTION OF LOT 9, HOLLIDAY PARK ADDITION, WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM GENERAL COMMERCIAL TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL ZONE Moved by Councilman Kirkham that Ordinance No. 34-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . Mr. McKinney stated that this area South of the water treatment plant was previously general commercial due to freeway frontage. Councilman Kirkham noted that it seems at every council meeting they get something to change zoning as has been established. Jack Washburn, with Interfirst Bank, stated that the potential purchaser wanted it re-zoned to heavy commercial . He feels it is in the best interest of both purchaser and seller. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None 501 Item 9d ORDINANCE NO. 35-87 i AN ORDINANCE REZONING LOTS 9 THROUGH 16, BLOCK 11A, HIGHLAND ADDITION, WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM SINGLE FAMILY, STANDARD LOT (SF-2) TO GENERAL COMi?ERCIAL ZONE Moved by Councilman Thompson that Ordinance No. 35-87 be passed. I Motion seconded by Councilman Thomas. Councilman Allred inquired if this is an exception to the general rule in that it was zoned residential , or are all properties behin'd Kemp zoned residential ? Mr. McKinney stated that a great deal of effort went into this by the Planning and Zoning Commission. This area was primarily residential , and owner occupied. It was felt that the appropriate zcr;ing classification would be single family two. They were concerned abut the precedent it would set in rezoning only one block. Councilman Hirschi asked about the area South of Kell . Mr. McKinney stated that it is both heavy commercial and general commercial . There have not been any rezoning applications South of Kell . Most of Buchanan iStreet is either heavy commercial or general commercial . It is single family two near Tesco Park. Mr. McKinney stated that he wants to demolish the house presently being used for storage, and reconstruct a metal storage building. He stated that most of the people who responded were in favor of rezoning. Councilman Hirschi stated that there did not seem to be any particular logic in changing this from single family two to general commercial . Councilman Thomas noted that the thing that concerns him is that those are rent houses back there, and the property is being left to run down. He wonders if we could put a conditional use on this, and study the remainaer of it for future use? He does not know what precedent we will set by doing this. Councilman Allred stated that she would much rather be looking at the whole area rather than one block. She is also concerned about rezoning to general commercial rather than limited commer- cial . Councilman Thomas stated that the closing of Grant Street gave an entire picture to him of the area. Councilman Hirschi stated that it seems wrong to consider this one block, and single it out to change it to general commercial . It does not seem terribly logical to change just one block. Bobby Evans, owner, stated that a lot of Buchanan North of Kell cannot be sold to anyone for residential purposes. He stated that he wants to buy the house next door. The owner has an agreement with T. A. Litteken to purchase the property. He needs the metal building for storage. Councilman Hirschi stated that we need to be aware of what effect this will have on the whole area. He asked Mr. McKinney what difference he sees with this area , and the area South of Kemp Street? Mr. McKinney noted that it is sandwiched between single family and general commercial . Councilman Hirschi stated that his experience in that area is that overall the commercial encroachment has tended to upgrade the area. It goes not seem to have deteriorated the neighborhood. Mr. McKinney noted that a general commercial classification attracts a large variety of commercial business. Councilman Kirkham asked about Grant Street on Avenue K? Mr. McKinney stated that is the old Foster Cathead warehouse. It was zoned limited commercial . The block West of there where Miami goes to Grant was rezoned single family. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that this would kill the residential neighborhood in that area. He suggested that it be divided into another plan. Moved by Councilman Thomas that the question be called. Notion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, and carried unanimously. 502 Item 9d, cont'd. The motion for passage of Ordinance No. 35-87 was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas , Thompson, and Kirkham Nays: Charles Harper, Mayor, and Councilman Allred Charles Harper, Mayor, requested that Planning and Zoning look at the area of Avenue M South to Kell to be rezoned general commercial , and East amd West of Buchanan for rezoning to limited commercial . Item 9e Moved by Councilman Allred that consideration of changing the name of Winann Street to McGrath Lane be removed from the table. ' Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, and carried unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 36-87 AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE NAME OF WINANN STREET TO MCGRATH LANE Moved by Councilman Thomas that Ordinance No. 36-37 he passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas , Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 9f Discussion was held on an ordinance considering stormwater retention. A motion was made by Councilman Thomas, and seconded by Councilman Hirschi , for its passage. Councilman Thompson stated that he attended a work session with develop- ers, and they wanted to know about liability, and also a comprehensive plan for the whole city. He would hope that we could put together a com- prehensive ordinance. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that he believes this is a comprehensive ordinance. If we don' t do something about runoff in future developments, in a few years we will still be trying to get money from the Feds to keep Holliday Creek from flooding. Councilman Hirschi stated that we have a choice of attacking this water problem on the front end when it is easier to solve, or go back later trying to cure the problem. He is not sure the storm water plan is the w.;y to attack it. The cost of solving the problem grows with each new improvement. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that Sheppard Air Force Base has a tech- nical manual that says you cannot build a building that will allow the water to run off any faster than it will before the building is built. What they had hoped was that they would have a lot of talk about how they wanted to do it, but it seems no one wanted to talk about it. He suggested that they be given one more time to have input into this. Councilman Thompson stated that he believes the developers are not in opposition, but they want to be sure that the dollars are spent wisely. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that if we don' t do something, in 30 years we will be right back where we are now. Councilman Kirkham stated that in this matter, he sees a "we" and "them" issue, rather than the City. He believes we should pass a water retention ordinance this year. He would like to see us get an "us" going, and see what we can find out. Charles Harper, Mayor, suggested a task force to work on this. Mr. Berzina stated that we should define the peri- meters. He favored the task force. 503 ( Item 9f, cont'd. Councilman Thomas suggested that we table this until May 1 for volunteers to serve on a task force. Charles Harper, Mayor, requested the staff to come back with information, and a recommendation on how they will go. The motion and second were withdrawn. It will be reconsidered later this year. Item 9g ORDINANCE NO. 37-87 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 5-23 a. (1) OF ORDINANCE NO. 63-85, TO ALLOW DOGS PARTICIPATING IN THE "CANINE FRISBEE CLINIC" ON MAY 3, 1987, AND IN THE "CANINE FRISBEE CONTEST" ON MAY 17, 1987, BOTH EVENTS WHICH ARE TO BE HELD IN MARTIN PLAZA PARK, TO BE UNRE STRAINED BY PHYSICAL MEANS DURING THESE EVENTS. Moved by Councilman Allred that Ordinance No. 37-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item l0a RESOLUTION NO. 63-87 RESOLUTION APPROVING CONTRACT WITH NORTH CENTRAL OIL CORPORATION AND STRAWN DRILLING COMPANY CONCERNING THE PLUGGING AND ABANDONING OF 12 OIL WELLS OWNED BY THEM IN LAKE ARROWHEAD. 'loved by Councilman Thompson that Resolution No. 63-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. Councilman Thomas asked if the two remaining oil wells are with derricks, and Mr. Hodge stated that they are. Mr. Gross noted that Brid- well Oil Company intends to plug the two remaining wells. Mr. Hodge explained why we are out the expense of plugging these wells owned by someone else. He stated that M. 0. Rife filed a suit against the City to get it settled. The City recognized the fact that the oil interests were superior to the surface rights, and the protection of these wells would be more expensive to the operator than if they were sitting on dry land. North Central Oil Corporation, who bought out Mr. Rife, is ; ready to plug them. The contract before the Council is recommended. He stated that Councilman Buffum and Sinclair Balch worked on it. This settles the contract entered into in 1969. This cost figure does not include dismantling the rigs , and cutting the casing. Mr. Gross stated that these costs will be in next year' s budget. He thinks there will be more salvage value. Councilman Kirkham was concerned about Paragraph 9, on disagreement, as to who shall share the cost to control and clean up any pollution spills during the plugging operations. City Attorney H. P. Hodge stated that they decided just to spell out in the contract that these questions are open. They have both disagreed, and it has been spelled out. Hopefully, nothing will happen. Councilman Thomas stated that we will not have any of this in the lake we bargained for last year. Charles Harper, Mayor, wondered if these derricks could be placed in a park somewhere, since they are outdated? Mr. Berzina stated that he would like to pursue the liability of it. 504 Item 10a, cont'd. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 10b RESOLUTION NO. 64-87 WAIVING RESOLUTION NUMBER 112-83 AS IT APPLIES TO CONSTRUCTION OF THE WIC ADDITION TO THE HEALTH BUILDING Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 64-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None (Councilman Hirschi was out of the room. ) Item 10c RESOLUTION NO. 65-87 RESOLUTION TO CONFIRM EMERGENCY ACTION TO REMOVE WASTEWATER SLUDGE Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 65-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. Mr. Bonnett stated that this is a permitting problem. The material is very usable. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 10d RESOLUTION NO. 66-87 RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF A FIRE CHIEF FOR THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 66-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Kirkham. Mr. Berzina stated that this appointment requires the confirmation of the City Council before it can take effect. It has been carried by his office until this time to get it where it can be confirmed. Since the death of Jim Jameson, they have had an Acting Chief in Bud Davis, who has carried this very well . Thirty five qualified applications were received. It was reduced to fifteen. Eight people in the department were considered, along with seven outside the department. Most of the seven applicants out of the system were from the State of Texas. They interviewed four outside applicants, and three in the department. The Personnel , Assistant City Manager, and Police Departments assisted in the interview process. 505 Item 10d, cont'd. Last Thursday they interviewed seven people. He recommends fair. ( Ronnie James, Deputy Fire Chief from Dallas. He noted that he has the unanimous consent of the review committee; however, the recommendation is his. Mr. James has been with the Dallas Fire Department twenty-three years. Consideration of the needs of the entire Fire Department is why the is recommending this person to them. Mr. James was recognized. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Mr. Berzina paid special recognition to Bud Davis in an expression Iof the thanks for what he has done, stating that he has done a good job, and he appreciates it. It was noted that Mr. James will report for duty on May 18. He has a wife, and a two-year old daughter. Councilman Thompson stated that some of us would have preferred it if we could hire someone in our organization, but the incoming fire chief will make sure that our department is upgraded so that it will not be necessary to go outside for a chief next time. He hopes that he will unite the fire department. He expressed appreciation to Bud Davis. Councilman Kirkham expressed the same views that there will be a program to perpetuate the chief to come from within. Mr. James stated that he felt like if something happened to him within the next five years, that he wants to make sure the next fire � c`iief will come from Wichita Falls. He wants seven to ten candidates from Wichita Falls to choose from. He plans to put training and experience to work here. Councilman Kirkham feels we have a good fire department. Bud Davis welcomed Mr. James, but feels we have a candidate here who is eligible. He requested that the new chief be given support of the Council . He stated that he will give the new chief his full support, and will help him any way he can. Item lla Moved by Councilman Hirschi that the bid for vending machine services be awarded to Automatic Fending, and to Josie Pope for the Memorial Auditor- ium manned service, based on retail selling price, and commission paid the Cite. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. Item llb RESOLUTION NO. 67-87 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE SHEPPARD ACCESS ROAD BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT, PHASE I Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 67-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . Councilman Thomas suggested that we extend this bid as much as possible since it is such a good bid of $1 .65 per square yard. He was given a chance to back out, and he did not know why. Mr. Bonnett stated that he agreed to live by his bid. Councilman Thomas understood that he had already seen the other bids when he agreed to it, but Mr. Bonnett stated it was not before bids were opened. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham 506 Item llb, cont'd. Nays: None Item llc Award of bids for five tractors with flail mowers was recommended to Construction Agricultural Supply Company, in the amount of $114,915. Councilman Thomas conplimented Mr. Parker on upgrading the equipment to last longer. Moved by Councilman Thomas that the bid be awarded, as recommended. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. ' Item 12a RESOLUTION NO. 68-87 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 4 FOR THE HOLLIDAY CREEK EXCAVATION PROJECT PHASE I Moved by Councilman Thompson that Resolution No. 68-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thomas, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 12b RESOLUTION NO. 69-87 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO ARTHUR STREET ELEVATED WATER STORAGE TANK RELOCATION Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 69-87 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred and Kirkham Nays: None Item 13a Robert Beaver, No. 6 Farris Street, asked some questions about the greenbelt, or river development, and where the Wichita River will be dammed? Charles Harper, Mayor, and Councilman Thomas answered his questions. Councilman Kirkham asked about the progress on the waterfall . M r. Berzina explained that, weather permitting, they should have it completed within the next two weeks. The dedication is scheduled on June 5. Mr. Berzina noted that they traded the use of some equipment. Cost detail will be presented to the Council . Councilman Kirkham noted that Scotland and Lucy Parks were busy last week-end. 507 Item_ 13a, cont'd. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that several communities have made a tire play area for children in other cities, at a total cost of about $25,000. Councilman Hirschi stated that Sunny Davidson would like to do the project if we could come up with a site. He believes the cost would be $3,000-$4,000. Councilman Thompson echoed concerns expressed by Mr. Beavers. They would like the riverwalk to move farther down. They are also concerned that Tax Increment Financing does not include Flood Street and Eastside Drive. He hopes that will be considered in the near future. It will be difficult for District Two to give support unless they are included. Councilman Thompson congratulated the Police Chief in hiring minorities in the Police Department. He hopes this will spill over into other depart- ments, and see that they do not have to lower the standards. He does not want to spend all of his time talking about racial differences. He would like to spend some time on economic development. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that the site of the riverwalk was considered to go clear around the city to Holliday Creek. Both he and Councilman Thomas noted that it was the mixture of residential property that stopped them at this time. Another zone could be considered. Charles Harper noted that the financial capabilities of the population of our city are immense. He told Lindsey Walker that they would match whatever they raised, up to $10,000. Councilman Hirschi would like the zone extended to the Northwest. Councilman Thompson stated that he wanted to see that all sectors of the city have the same goals and interests. This is imperative if we are to help build the downtown. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked the Planning Department to look at Eastside Drive. Councilman Hirschi would like a report to see if it is feasible to extend the Tax Increment Financing zone. Mr. McKinney stated that the school and county have some concerns about losing revenue. He also noted that when you get away from the downtown area, you will get into more residential areas. Councilman Hirschi mentioned a bill being considered by the legislature on open meetings. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that he has gone on record as being in favor of it. Mr. Farabee explains that it is a much better situation than we now have. The word "punitive" was requested to be taken out. Mr. Berzina stated that they could draft a letter to be signed collectively by the Council . Councilman Thomas stated that he has no problem talking in executive session about those things authorized by law. Councilman Hirschi asked about the lawsuit on firemen' s wages. Councilman Hirschi asked if the Lynwood Lake could increase flooding downstream? Mr. Bonnett stated that they have received a report from an engineer with respect to the analysis of the flood benefits. He feels there is a far greater damage area into that lake than he anticipated. The school district and Mr. Seabury own it. He thinks a spillway would have to be reconstructed. It is part of the Plum Creek system. Councilman Hirschi suggested that this be studied, and brought back to the Council ' s attention. 508 Item 13a, cont'd. Councilman Kirkham mentioned a lake on the North boundary of LaVista Country Club. It is at the back door of Sunset Terrace. Councilman Hirschi asked for input on the North Side canal maintenance. There are lots of complaints about weed mowing. Mr. Berzina stated that the contract specifies a rural level of maintenance. The next step might be where some of our elected officials meet with two or three of their elected officials. Charles Harper, Mayor, suggested that Councilman Hirschi , Kirkham and Thompson meet with them. Councilman Hirschi mentioned the safety of water from water sprinklers blowing into the streets, from both city and private sprinklers. Jack Murphy will take a look at the city' s sprinkler heads. In terms of private ones, he did not know where that was a problem. Councilman Hirschi stated that it is a problem all over town. Councilman Thomas noted that some people have parked on our medians, causing damage to the sprinkler system. Councilman Hirschi would like to investigate what could be done on private systems. Sometimes it is poor design. Councilman Kirkham asked why there is always water on Kemp and Avenue H? Mr. Bonnett stated that there is no storm sewer system out there. Another factor is the continual application of water from cleaning and washing activities in that area. It is just normal uses of water in that area. Councilman Hirschi asked how much trouble it would be to have a tally sheet on ordinances and resolutions which would show how much money we spend each meeting? It might be a reminder of the end result of what we do. Councilman Thomas requested that an ordinance on the hadicapped be placed on the next agenda. Several people have indicated an interest in it. Mr. Berzina stated that the appraisals are in on the Bristol Street project. Owners are Harold Blow and a Mr. Martinez. Mr. Berzina noted that on May 11 the Red River Authority will have a dedication on chloride control . He would like to know if they want to attend. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that this is a major step. It is located between Benjamin and Crowell . Cost figures for increasing the police force by ten percent were given as $412,000, ten vehicles at $32,000, and vehicle maintenance at $71,000. This would amount to three cents on taxes. Chief Harrelson noted that they may have to drop the 4-10 Plan because of the non-overlap time. Fourteen percent more are on duty in she eight-hour program. They also have problems pulling men in off the beat for training. Vacations and military reserve training also cause shortages. Charles Harper, Mayor, called attention to the city seal on the wall of the Council Room. He also noted that Mr. Coppage presented him with a plaque from the FAA to the City of Wichita Falls for its continuing contri- 509 Item 13a, cont'd. bution to community airports in Texas. I i Charles Harper, mayor, suggested a concentrated city clean up before . June 5. The highway department will concentrate on this with their crews. � It was noted that 'Willard Scott will be here for Fallsfest. Charles Harper, Mayor, requested that the Council look at meeting times again, to go back to day time meetings. He stated that it is as big a hardship on him at night, as it was on Mr. Walker during the day. Councilman Kirkham stated that he likes night meetings. Councilman Thompson stated that he would hope we could meet at night once a quarter. Councilman Thomas requested that the news media inform citizens how they can get on the Council ' s agenda. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that Oklahoma Transportation Company invited them to ride a bus to Oklahoma City on May 5, to talk about bus service to our city. He suggested that Bob Parker go, along with someone else. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked where we are on combining the taxing entities? Mr. Berzina stated that they seemed to be in agreement as a nice concept. The appraisal District was the favored location. The County would not release their operation. He feels the costs were never really pinned down. The Appraisal District was working up the costs. It appears to have been sidetracked. They also talked about private collection. Jim King stated that the AARP organization has been trying to get this on the road for the fourth year. If all entities would get together it would save one-half million dollars of taxpayers ' money. He suggested that the eleven entities of the county should get together and get it done with the County of Wichita. Councilman Hirschi noted that the people have until April 30 to render ad valorem taxes at a lower value, with the Appraisal District. Item 13b The City Council recessed into executive session at 9:05 P.M. , accord- ing to Article 6252-17, Section 2, Paragraph (e) , of the Revised Civil Statutes. The City Council adjourned at 10:45 P.M. �- PASSED AND APPROVED this day of% j�t,y- , 1987. s Charles Harper, Mayor ATTEST: ma or s, CNIC, City Clerk