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Min 04/05/1988 000 !,ichita Falls, Texas INiemorial Auditorium Building April 5, 1983 Items 1 & 2 The City Council )f t ,e City of ',%lichita Falls, Texas, net in regular session on the abovt., -late in the Council Room of the iMiemorial uditorium Building at 8:30 O'clock A.i'i. , :.ith the following members present. Charles Harper ;'layor John Hirschi - Charles Thomas - Angus Thornpson - Councilmen Ruth Ann Allred - Ron Buffum - James Berzina City Manager H. P. Hodge City Attorney Wilma J. Thoi`ias City Clerk Fred L . Werner Chief Accounting Officer Don Kirkham. Absent Tile invoc tior, ­,s given by Elaine Dean, Greater Light Christian Center. Charles harp< r, Payor, read a poem entitled. Trees, by Joyce Kilmer. It .. ;o­ed by Councilman Thomas that minutes of the meeting helu ;;arch 15, 1988, be approved. viotion seconded by Councilman iirschi , and carried unanimously . Charles Harper, Nayor, read a proclamation honoring the Hirschi Huskies Bolls Basketball Team as the State runner-up champion. Ile also read a Commendation of merit to the hir;h school , and presented individual Commendations of `?erit to each of the Mayers and coaches. A ?lapse was presented to Coach Dennis ti4uthrich and the Captains. Other couches recognized were Ramon Towry, Jim Trotter, and Bruce Kinq, along with the entire basketball team. Coach �.luthrich thanked the Cit , of Wichita Falls for their support. Charles Harper, mayor, also read proclamations for Community Devel - opment Impact Week, which ,.-,,=as presented to Councilman Thompson, and on National Cable Month, which E,jas presented to Bert Bucher. Item 4a Personnel Officer Jan Stricklin presented Sharon Wright, of the Traffic and Transportation Department, as Employee of the i'ionth for April . Robert Parker, Director of Traffic and Transportation, presented the recommendation for her selection. Charles Harper, I;ayor, and Council - man Allred presented her with a plague City of ''W''ichito Falls pin, and two tickets each to a theatre and dinner. 801 Item 4b Mr. Lorenzo M. Sedena, from the Texas General Land Office of the Veterans Land Board, presented an award to Charles Harper, Mayor, recog- nizing the economic growth in Wichita Falls. The Certificate of Recog- nition was presented on behalf of Land Commissioner Gary Mauro. Roby Christie, 3309 Cumberland, stated that he represented several groups interested in continuing a trail system in Wichita Falls from the falls to O'Reilly Park. Mr. Berzina stated that they have talked about this very project. At this point in time they need to try to find out what property they need to acquire. The community develop- ment funds were originally put in there for a low water dam, but they are recommending that the dam be deferred, and reallocate the money for the trails. They hope the first stage of the plan can be some kind of summer employment program for youth in the city. Mr. Christie stated that they are willing to get out there and work with the Council in raising funds. The City had no objections to using the funds described by Mr. Berzina for this purpose. Charles Peters, 1614 Willowick, requested water service to his property at 3209 and 3211 Burkburnett Road, which is outside the city limits. He stated that the lines are in place, and the requested meter would be about ten feet out of the city limits. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked how this request fits in our ordinance? Mr. McKinney explained that the City does not allow any sale of water outside the city limits. They have had several requests for this, and they have all been denied. Councilman Buffum stated that he would like to see this matter brought to the Council . Councilman Thomas asked if this would be for commercial or residential use? Mr. Peters stated it would be commercial , and was emphatic that he would not want to bring it into the city. Councilman Thomas emphasized the problem this would cause because they would have to look at all of those who requested it. Councilman Buffum asked about rates of water companies outside the city limits? Mr. Bonnett stated that the rate ordinance and contracts cover this. Ron Yandell , 720 Wichita Tower, represented Bill Melton, along Windthorst Road, for water outside the city limits. He stated that lines are already in place. Mr. Melton' s two sons live on contiguous tracts, and were afforded water under Resolution No. 1057, which has since been repealed. Mr. Yandell agreed that consistency is needed on this policy. He agreed that the City has the absolute right to deny those outside the city limits the use of water. He noted that a waiver was given to Maskat Temple, and they are being sold water outside the city limits, along with RTica and Hickey Sales. Mr. Berzina noted that the Maskat Temple waiver was given far ahead of the ordinance being passed. He feels we have a good policy, and should stick with it. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that if we continue to service people outside the city, they will have more people moving outside the city. Councilman Thomas stated that the only way he would want it to be discussed would be to bring back all of the requests which they have previously had. We have one group here this morning who is being annexed because they want water. Councilman Buffum stated that it is the policy that needs to be looked at. He agreed that we should hold with the philosophy which we have discussed before. 802 i Item 4b (Cont'd. ) Councilman Thompson feels there is an over- riding interest as far as taxes are concerned in the City of Wichita Falls. Mr. Peters is nearby. Charles Harper, Mayor, requested that the City Manager provide them information on it. Councilman Hirschi noted that substandard development outside the city has caused the city some problems. Emily Sweeny, 2944 5th Street, and owner and operator of Shady Park Mobile Home Park, requested a variance to the mobile home ordinance on the electrical hookup, and regarding the upcoming FEMA decision on whether this and other parks will be included in the flood plain of the city. She presented a letter which was sent to her by the Building and Code Administrator. Mr. McKinney explained that existing mobile homes would be grand- fathered. The flood plain requirement would not apply to them. Council- man Thomas explained that we are all right now unless FEMA makes a new recommendation. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that we will have to do whatever FEMA requires in order to keep our flood insurance. Councilman Thomas suggested to Mrs. Sweeny that any work she can do with her senators and representatives would be very much in her favor. Earl Potts explained what happened in the discussion of the Electri- cal Advisory Board. The motion was made to recommend to the Council that these parks or units be allowed to remain until they were changed out. There was no second to that motion. There was a lot of discussion on how long we can allow these situations to exist. These are unlawful installations. He stated that many other types of electrical violations associated with this article were discussed at length. Councilman Thomas noted that we would have to start inspecting all old houses in town if we are going to do this. We will not waiver any kind of electrical code in the city, but we cannot choose one group out there and start picking on them. sir. Potts stated that they will allow existing conditions to remain, but it has to be a lawful installation, and this was not a lawful installation. Mr. Potts continued discussion on the code requirements, stating that the Council has commanded him to inspect the mobile home parks. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that fir. Potts ' department has done what they have asked them to do, and not waive ordinances. Mrs. Sweeny has asked the Council to interpret it, and waive it. Councilman Thomas noted that it seems the electrical has more problems in the city than anything else. Mr. Berzina stated that in the past we did not do very good inspections, and now we are. He is also tired of discussing this, and his staff being taken to task for doing what they were told to do. At some point, you have to trust the people in charge of these things to say whether it is a hazard or not. Councilman Buffum would like this brought back for discussion again. He would also like to look at the electrical code to see if it is a danger. Mr. Potts explained that the appeal was it is a violation of the national electrical code, not whether it is a hazard. The city code has always included the national electrical code. Charles Harper, ;Mayor, requested that they come back with an Elec- trical Advisory Board and staff recommendation on what to do about it. Mr. Potts stated that many of the parks are continuing with correc- tions and licensing. How do we handle this? Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that the Inspection Department will continue doing what they have been doing in carrying out the ordinances of the City of Wichita Falls. Mr. Potts stated that he hates to see someone sit out there indefinitely with this type of violation. 803 Item 4b (Cont'd. ) Councilman Thompson requested that we stick with the agenda, and Mr. Potts work with Mrs. Sweeny, and put this in writing. He would confine it to the discussion at point; mobile home parks. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked for a recommendation of staff and the electrical board on how we handle this. David Brock, 1209 21st, addressed Item 12a, asking that it be moved up on the agenda , because he had to leave for an appointment. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that this item would have been this after- noon anyway. Mr. Brock does not want commercial encroachment into the neighborhood. He was concerned about the trucks coming through the streets, and feels it will devalue the neighborhood. He noted various addresses of residents who were opposed. Councilman Buffum stated that at the Planning and Zoning meeting, everyone said they would go along with it if it were general commercial . Mr. Brock stated that the neighbors met again, and they did not feel that general commercial would eliminate trucks coming through there. Mrs. Josephine Brown, 1214 21st, agreed with Mr. Brock' s comments. She feels the neighbors would provide a different response now. Jim Gray, 1507 Tilden, asked that Item lla be moved up. Charles Harper, Mayor, noted that this is a public hearing, and we will have to wait. Item 4c Councilman Thomas would like the trail behind Central Services Complex signed to go to the waterfall . Councilman Buffum also asked about additional parking in the park. Councilman Thompson noted that Faith City Mission brought a letter to them asking to sell their building to the City. He would like dis- cussion with the County and City on beautifying Lamar Street. He would like to look at the possibility of taking this building for the arts and crafts people to use. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that he had already asked Tax Increment Financing Board to consider this. He would hope we could speed up river development to have summer youth employment. Councilman Thompson also noted that Mr. Kelly had another contact with the law. Since he is a senior citizen he would hope that we could avoid putting our senior citizens in jail . Councilman Thompson stated that he is not asking for codes to be violated. He would hope that members of the Council would be able to establish a policy on the mobile homes , and let staff work with it. Councilman Thompson stated that there is a pond off Bristol Street which has been there for a long time. It is dangerous and should be looked at, and try to do something to protect our children. Councilman Thompson also stated that someone is using children eight to nine years of age to circulate petitions supporting a pre- release facility in Wichita Falls. He would like them to know that they will not be successful , and a pre-release center will not be accepted in the downtown area of Wichita Falls. 804 Item 4c (Cont'd. ) Councilman Hirschi mentioned the railroad crossing on Seventh Street. Mr. Bonnett noted the cost estimate for two lanes, stating that it is in the TIF program. Councilman Hirschi commented that he hoped the energy audit study does not get buried, and that some of the suggestions made will be prioritized. Councilman Hirschi noted that he did not agree with the terminology used by the press of a "red light district" on Scott Street. This is a term used for prostitution, and not bars. Charles Harper, Mayor, requested that Mr. Berzina and Mr. Hodge work with him on an ordinance setting up a permanent economic commission to survey the economic situation in Wichita Falls and surrounding area to keep the Council informed. He suggested that the Mayor be Chairman, and the President of BCI and County Judge be Co-Chairmen. Items 5a - 10y Items 8b, 10b, 10d, and lOg were moved to the regular agenda . Moved by Councilman Thompson that the consent agenda be approved. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum. 4 Item 5a Ordinance No. 35-88 AN ORDINANCE CLOSING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING A TWENTY- FIVE FOOT WIDE ALLEY IN BLOCK 7, I . JALONICK ADDITION, WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 5b Ordinance No. 36-88 ORDINANCE WAIVING SECTION 22 - 1(a) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ALLOW THE POSTING OF ADVERTISING DEVICES AT SCOTLAND PARK FOR THE MARCH BY THE VOLKSMARCH CLUB. THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 9 AND 10, 1988. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 6a RESOLUTION NO. 53-88 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT !WITH WICHITA COUNTY FOR USE OF PUNCH CARD VOTING SYSTEtid AT MUNICIPAL ELECTION. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum gays: None 805 Item 7a The bid for automotive filters was awarded to Stewart Stevenson, in the amount of $37,355.28. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 7b RESOLUTION NO. 54-88 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING BID OF B & W FABRICATORS FOR REPAINTING AND REPAIRING CLARIFIERS AT RIVER ROAD WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 8a Resolution No. 55-88 RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT THE MANHOLE ADJUSTMENT PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 8c Resolution No. 56-88 RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT PROJECT TO RENOVATE 1963 SLUDGE BEDS AT RIVER ROAD WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE FINAL PAYMENT Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 9a Authority was granted to obtain bids for armored car service for the period of May, 1988, through April , 1989. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item l0a Minutes of the meeting of the Landmark Commission held February \ 18, 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None 806 Item 10c Minutes of the meeting of the Library Advisory Board held February 24, 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 10e Minutes of the meeting of the Task Force on Handicapped held March 1 , 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 10 f Minutes of the meeting of the Commission on Aging held March 2, 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 10h Minutes of the meeting of the Park Board held March 24, 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 10i Minutes of the meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission held March 10, 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 10j Minutes of the meeting of the Board of Electrical Examiners held March 14, 1988, were received. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 8b Resolution No. 57-88 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. 3, ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR FOR COMPLETION OF THE HILLCREST CDBG RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT Moved by Councilman Buffum that Resolution No. 57-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . 807 Item 8b (Cont'd. ) Councilman Buffum asked about the use of flyash, and Mr. Bonnett explained that he is satisfied with the way the program worked out in a control situation. There is no advantage, costwise. It is being monitored to see how it holds up. Mr. Bonni;:tt also believed that the car dealership situation on one of those streets was properly our respon- sibility because of drainage work required. The ; control the type of flyash used. He is fairly satisfied that it is a safe product. He cannot say that it is a cost effective product. Tight inspections are needed. The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 10b Moved by Councilman Thompson that minutes of the meeting of the Human Relations Commission held February 23, 1988, be received. Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . Councilman Thompson wondered when the Assistant to the City Manager will be hired? Mr. Berzina believed that an offer has now been made to a person. Councilman Thompson stated that something needs to be done about an investigator. The motion was carried unanimously. Item 10d Moved by Councilman Buffum that minutes of the meeting of the City County Health Board held February 26, 1988, be received. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred. Councilman Buffum asked if they have had any success with getting the schools interested in an aids education program? Mr. Edmondson stated that Dr. Cox worked with this, and he does not have a current status on it, but they are proceeding in trying to get the program into the schools. The motion was carried unanimously. Item 10g Moved by Councilman Hirschi that minutes of the meeting of the Water Resource Task Force meeting held March 11 , 1988, be received. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Charles Harper, Mayor, mentioned the rate structure committee. Tim Thomas met with the rate consultant. Jerry Cross stated that we are being billed by the time spent on this by telephone. The motion carried unanimously. 808 Item lla A public hearing .was opened on hazardous structures. Jim Gray, 1507 Tilden, stated that he would like a date set for this building to be demolished. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that it would be 30 days from today. It is located at 5500 Burkburnett Road. He would like to see some kind of ordinance created to prevent this from happening. For several years this has been used as a staging area for buildings coming off Sheppard Air Force Base. It has been setting there for a year. His building adjoins this land. He would hate to lose a good tenant over this thing. A video of the building was shown by Jim King, of Code Enforcement. The building weighs 269,000 pounds, and the bridge load limit is con- siderably under this. The property owner has been advised of the date of the public hearing. He could legally be assessed costs if the building is not removed. Claude Robertson, 2300 Jasper, stated that the building looks ugly. We need a highway department representative to say if it can be moved across bridges and down the road. He is not a mover. John Ward, retired Air Force Chaplain, stated that he bid $5.00 on the building and got it. He started working on it in August 1986. He cot it to the firing range by Christmas 1986. He does not want the building torn down, whether he can use it or not. It is a church with a 47 year history. It has been at the present location since July, 1987. They have been trying to deal with the state in getting it moved. He does not believe it is a dangerous building. It has 56 tires under it. They have negotiated with a contractor to move it, and he will have it moved within 30 days, weather permitting. He would like for the Council to rule that the building is not hazardous. He stated that all doors have now been secured. He believes they will be able to get highway department approval to go across the bridges. They plan to apply for a historical marker. He would like to move it to Freeway 287 and Wellington Road. The public hearing was closed. Jim King stated that they have followed the guidelines of the building code. It was open and unsecure when they first inspected it. It is a fire hazard in inviting arsonists. They have had telephone and in person complaints to the Building Official ' s office. He explained the code requirements which make it dangerous. Charles Harper, Mayor, asked, with information presented by Mr. King, if the Council would be correct in ruling if this is a dangerous building? Mr. Hodge explained that this is evidence they can use in reaching their decision. Ken Gilmore, Iowa Park, stated he is a member of the Community Church. The bridge study is something they have to go through to get a permit. They plan to have the building moved by April 23, weather permitting. He asks that the City Council be more lenient with them. Mr. King stated that the building was moved without permitting. The ordinance does state that when they receive complaints, they have an obligation to answer them. This building does not meet any require- ments of the building code for being inhabited. This has been a temp- orary fixture for over a year. Councilman Thomas stated that it appears the code people have been more than lenient in working with these people. Ordinance No. 37-88 ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND FINDING CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES TO BE DANGEROUS: CO"-iMANDING PROPERTY OWNERS TO REPAIR OR DEMOLISH SAID BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that the word "repair" be changed to "remove" in various places in the ordinance. 809 Item lla (Cont'd. ) Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that the building is hazardous as it now sets. Councilman Thompson regrets the problems they have had. The main thing is to try to get the building moved. Jim King stated they will work with them for more than 30 days if they receive any word from the highway department that the permit will be issued. The motion to amend carried unanimously. The ordinance, as amended, carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, and Allred Nays: Councilman Buffum Item llb A public hearing was opened on an application for certificate of public convenience and necessity for an additional taxicab service by Neil Everett Shaw. Neil Shaw, 4334 Hughes, stated that they have done a lot of surveys. This will be a taxicab service almost like a limousine service. There is a need for additional taxicab service. Glynn Purtle, attorney for Yellow Cab Company, opposed the appli- cation for an additional franchise. They have excess vehicles which they are not able to use now because the business is not there. It sounded to him that Mr. Shaw was interested in special areas of the city to operate in. Yellow Cab has a dispatcher. It is easy to show a profit to operate one or two cabs if you don't go across town. Most of our cabs are owned by individuals working for the cab company. If the Council should see fit to continue granting franchises , they predict it will put the Yellow Cab Company in the red. With a telephone in each cab, they have reason to believe that scanners will be more widely used to intercept their calls. Austin has an ordinance to prevent the possession and use of scanners in taxicabs. He requested that the Council pass an ordinance to disallow these scanners. Mr. Shaw is still a driver for Yellow Cab, and has certain routine customers. They also request that this additional franchise be delayed for 90 days to water down the effect of taking their customers. He also re- quested that the Council address the visibility of the cab as it continues to be yellow in color. Councilman Buffum mentioned Mr. Shaw working for Yellow Cab Company, and asked if some of the drivers he plans to bring into the company are also working for Yellow Cab? Mr. Purtle stated this is a definite possibility. Claudio Ramirez, 2013 Elizabeth, stated that business has fallen off since he went into business. He does not own any scanners. For people who have lost their jobs, they are walking, and not riding cabs. Ninety percent of the business comes from Sheppard Air Force Base, and employee cutbacks are there also. Mr. Shaw stated they are not here to put Yellow Cab out of business. They are not here to just serve the base, but the entire County. He stated that he has two telephones in his car now to serve the needs of the public. Business needs to be generated. There is plenty of business out there if people want to work. Mr. Purtle stated that they hardly ever exceed 20 minutes in picking up a fare. He would ask that this be considered in the use of mobile telephone calls in the cabs. 810 Item llb (Cont'd. ) Claude Robertson stated if there is not a need out there, he will go out of business. Mr. Ramirez stated that we have plenty of cab drivers and operators, but it is because we are in a recess. The public hearing was closed. City Attorney H. P. Hodge explained that the ordinance contemplates that if there is any other investigation that the Council desires, they will try to do so. If not, the next step would be to place it back on the agenda for action. Councilman Hirschi asked about information in Texas and Oklahoma on the number of cabs needed in a city, along with scanners. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that he is not satisfied in his own mind about the financial statement given. Mr. Shaw stated that his accountant would provide one. Charles Harper, Mayor, wants this on the May 3 agenda for this Council to act on. Councilman Buffum stated that more detailed information is needed on sections of the Code of Ordinances. Mrs. Thomas can assist in putting this information together. The City Council recessed at 12:00 p.m. , and resumed at 1:00 p.m. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Item 12i be moved to the top of the agenda. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Items 12d and 16a be moved to the top of the agenda. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. Item 12i A proposed ordinance was presented providing requirements for outdoor storage yards. A motion was made by Councilman Thompson, and seconded by Councilman Hirschi for discussion. Moved by Councilman Allred that this matter be tabled until the next meeting because no notification was sent to those who are inter- ested in discussing this item. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried unanimously. Evelyn Hosied, 210 Austin, commented briefly on this matter. Item 12d Ordinance No. 38-88 AN ORDINANCE REZONING A 4.67 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF BLOCKS 3 & 4, SAYLES IRRIGATION SUBDIVISION, WITHICA FALLS, TEXAS, FROM MOBILE HOME RESIDENTIAL ZONE TO RESIDENTIAL MIXED USE ZONE Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Ordinance No. 38-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Councilman Thomas stated that he did not vote for this before, but some of the property has been sold. He feels we should waive it, and go back to the change. 311 Item 12d (Cont'd. ) The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 16a Robert Forney, who lives in Pleasant Valley, appealed a denial of a conditional use permit by Planning and Zoning for eight mobile homes on Talley Lane. Councilman Thomas clarified his request. Mr. McKinney explained the conditional use process. Moved by Councilman Allred that the conditional use permit be granted. Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi , and carried unanimously. Item 12a A proposed ordinance was presented rezoning Lots 5 - 10, Block 2, Sibley Taylor Addition from single family residential , standard lot zone, to General Commercial Zone. A motion was made by Councilman Thomas, and seconded by Councilman Thompson, for its passage. Mr. McKinney noted the response to this by the property owners. Judy Patterson, Realtor, stated that there are three vacant lots. One house is lived in, one habitable, and one not habitable. This is across the street from Texas Utilities Electric on two sides, and across the corner from Taylor Foundry. These property owners want to do something with their property. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that this request be tabled for a re -hearing before Planning and Zoning to eliminate confusion. An amended motion was made by Councilman Thompson to bring it back to the Council at the next meeting. Richard Amon suggested that the District Council member meet with them. Councilman Allred stated that we really want to see the new numbers at the next meeting. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried unanimously. Item 12b Ordinance No. 39-88 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO CLARIFY THE DEFINITION OF PRIVATE CLUB AND THE REGULATIONS FOR ESTABLISHMENTS HOLDING PRIVATE CLUB REGISTRATION PERMITS UNDER THE TEXAS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CODE AND REGULATING THEM IN A SIMILAR MANNER AS ESTABLISHMENTS THAT HAVE ON PREMISE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES; AND REQUIRING CON- DITIONAL USE APPROVAL FOR ON PREMISE INCIDENTAL SALES AND SERVICE IN GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONES Moved by Councilman Buffum that Ordinance No. 39-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None 812 t Item 12c Ordinance No. 27-88 AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, BY ANNEXING CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND ADJACENT TO THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, WHICH TRACT OF LAND AND SERVICE PLAN FOR SUCH TRACT OF LAND ARE DESCRIBED IN THIS ORDINANCE Moved by Councilman Buffum that Ordinance No. 27-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 12e A proposed ordinance was presented establishing a curfew of 10:00 o'clock in all city neighborhood parks. A motion was made by Councilman Thompson, and seconded by Councilman Hirschi , for its passage. Councilman Thomas stated he is not in favor of all neighborhood parks. He mentioned Tesco Park being a neighborhood park, and they regularly play ball out there. He wonders if we might want to support some of the parks where we have problems. He would like to see us have a more strict fine. He does not know that we will ever get anything done on this. He has been trying to get a park ranger ever since he has been on the council . Councilman Thompson stated that perhaps the curfew is not the whole answer. It will at least be a beginning at recognizing the problem. Councilman Thomas agrees, but does not think we should take all of our neighborhood parks in this. Councilman Thompson stated that it is unfair to homeowners who have to work the next day. Councilman Thomas wishes that someone would file on these people. Councilman Allred would like to hear a recommendation from the Park Board on the parks which should be closed early. Jack Murphy suggested that they might just tr\ it at East Lynwood Park only. Councilman Thomas feels that the answer is a park ranger. Officers won' t know whether the Parks Director gives a waiver or not. Mr. Berzina stated that part of what is here is to give a tool for enforcement. Moved by Councilman Allred that this matter be tabled, and sent back to the Park Board for their recommendation. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: Councilman Thomas Item 12f Ordinance No. 40-88 ORDINANCE ADOPTING OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR THE SOFTBALL COMPLEX Moved by Councilman Allred that Ordinance No. 40-88 be passed. 813 Item 12f (Cont'd. ) Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . Councilman Allred pointed out that she is unable to read the items prepared by Parks and Recreation because they are so dim. Charles Harper, Mayor, questioned the authority of the Parks Director to negotiate. Miss Houseworth stated it would give us the right to negotiate a portion of our twenty percent fees. Councilman Thomas stated that it would have to be a fifteen or twenty team tournament. Mr. Hodge explained that this would be authority to negotiate and to authorize payment to the renter of a portion of our percentage of the fees. Councilman Hirschi does not believe this needs to be in this document. Charles Harper, Mayor, feels Paragraph 13 should be a part of the Council Bill . Moved by Councilman Buffum that Paragraph 15 be struck from the operating procedures. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried unanimously. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that 14 days be changed to 30 days in Paragraph 7A. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried unanimously. Standard of dress was mentioned by Councilman Hirschi . Mr. Murphy stated it is sport custom. Councilman Allred asked who would be able to use facility above the concession stand ( Item 8A)? Mr. Murphy stated that it is only intended for tournament use. It will not be open to the public during tournaments. Councilman Thomas stated it is to be used only for tourna- ment officials, referees , etc. during tournaments. Mr. Berzina stated that we need to look at this. Mr. Murphy stated that there are no set hours for use of the softball complex. Councilman Buffum does not want to subsidize the program as far as use of the lights, etc. are concerned. Councilman Thomas stated we should leave the operation of it to the City Manager. He needs flexibility. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Ordinance No. 40- 88 be amended by adding the following language: When he finds it in the best interest to do so, the City Manager is authorized to waive any portion of the city' s percentage of revenues from admission fees and sale of merchandise set out in Section 13 of the procedures and/or a portion of the rental fees set out in Section 8. He is authorized to pay over to the renter a portion of the city' s percentage of the revenues from the sale of food and drinks from the city' s concessionaire. Councilman Thomas stated his opposition of giving out a set of keys (7F) . Mr. Murphy stated that no one from the Park Department is out there. Councilman Buffum stated that one person should be dele- gated the responsibility of the softball complex. The City Manager stated that we should look at having one person in charge, probably Jack Murphy or George Studdard. Mr. Murphy stated that the Officials Association contract provides that they lock up. The amended motion was seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. (It was noted that Councilman Kirkham participated in this discussion by telephone. ) The motion for Ordinance No. 40 -88 carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: Councilman Thomas Councilman Thomas emphasized that we should have a manager out there running this complex. 814 Moved by Councilman Thomas that Item 12g be deleted from the agenda . Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried unanimously. Hank Anderson stated that if the City Manager decides not to negoti- ate and set fees, they would request $5,000 from the funds set aside for special events. Item 12h Ordinance No. 41-88 _ AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE RATE OF DISCHARGE OF STORM WATER RUNOFF: SPECIFYING CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING RUNOFF RATES: ESTABLISHING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RUNOFF CONTROL FACIL- ITIES: AND SETTING FORTH PROCEDURES FOR THE ADMINISTRATION THEREOF Moved by Councilman Allred that Ordinance No. 41-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi . Chuck Dennis, Chairman of the Task Force, mentioned changes made by the Public Works Department, and explained why the Task Force made the recommendations which they did. Mr. Bonnett mentioned Section VI , stating that the ordinance which is before them is exactly what the Task Force recommended. He stated that this is a dynamic document, but should not be considered poured in concrete. Councils will probably change this. Maintenance of the detention basins are historically a problem. The Task Force did yeoman work on this ordinance. It was staffed by Greg Reed. Mr. Bonnett suggested that the last paragraph of Section VI(A) be removed. Further discussion was held. Moved by Councilman Thompson that we strike the last paragraph in Section VI(A) , and bring back an amendment to the subdivision ordinance regarding maintenance. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred. Councilman Hirschi asked if Mr. Bonnett is talkina about separate platting of lots? Mr. Bonnett addressed this, stating that as a retention area, it will be taxed. The amendment carried unanimously. Mr. Dennis requested the criteria in the third paragraph of Section VI(A) . Mr. Bonnett stated that they may want to initially look at commercial areas. There is nothing wrong with leaving it like the Task Force suggested, and not apply to residential rates. Councilman Buffum would like to see residential areas left in here. Mr. Bonnett noted that ten percent of a mass development is used for detention. It is not cheap. Moved by Councilman Thompson that 0.40 in the first paragraph of Section VI(A) be changed to 0.35. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried unanimously. Councilman Hirschi mentioned Section IV(B) on habitable structures. Moved by Councilman Buffum that the words, "building for habitable structures" be removed from this section. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. Councilman Allred called the question. It was seconded by Council- man Thompson, and carried unanimously. 815 Item 12h, (Cont'd. ) The motion for Ordinance No. 41 -88, as amended, was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None i Councilman Hirschi asked about the cost of an updated drainage plan. Mr. Bonnett stated that it came to about $400,000. Mr. Bonnett introduced Bill Parker, the new City Engineer. { Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilman Buffum, and Mr. Bonnett will be in Washington April 12 to appear before the appropriations committee on McGrath Creek. The Senate authorization bill has been passed. It was noted that there was 21.5 million dollars flood damage in 1982, most of which was below McGrath Creek. It will be a 2.3 million dollar total cost if we can get it passed. It will be at least two more years before we can do anything else. The City Council recessed at 3:35, and reconvened at 3:55 p.m. Item 12j Ordinance No. 42-88 ORDINANCE APPROVING SOLICITATION OF PROPOSALS FOR A FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROJECT AND FINANCE PLANS FOR REINVESTMENT ZONE #l , APPROPRIATING $60,000 TO FUND THE ASSESSMENT, AND AUTHOR- IZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SAID ASSESSMENT. Moved by Councilman Thomas that Ordinance No. 42-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred. Councilman Hirschi noted that Phase 4 mentions state income tax revenues. There is no such thing. Jeanie Thompson, Assistant City Attorney, stated that the $60,000 estimated cost is a guess. This has been drafted so we can come in under $60,000. They are advised that it will cost this much. Councilman Hirschi wonders if we have local expertise to do this? Charles Harper, Mayor, replied that we do, but he is not allowed to do this. It was noted that this would be after he is out of office. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that it needs to be done by someone contractors will recognize and be familiar with. Sandy Goff, 3213 Beech, appeared as Chairman of the TIF Board. She spoke in favor of this ordinance. She stated we have people in the area who can do this. She feels we need an objective report card, and should go outside the city. Much local expertise has already been utilized. Charles Harper, Mayor, and Councilman Hirschi addressed confidential findings. Jeanie Thompson stated that the goal is to get the best information at the lowest price. Councilman Hirschi stated that what we are talking about today is hiring a study that will be completed by August 11 . Part 2, Item 10, was also mentioned. Councilman Thompson feels this should be left in here. Mr. Hodge stated that it seems to him that we are only putting the restrictions on the consultant. Councilman Buffum asked about various phrases. Jeanie Thompson stated that funds will come from equity. 816 12j (Cont'd. ) Mrs. Goff stated she believes they have gone as far as they can go. They do not feel they can be objective about it, and need outside help. The question was called by Councilman Thomas, seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, mayor, Councilmen Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum i Nays: Councilman Hirschi The motion for Ordinance No. 42-88 carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, mayor, Councilmen Thomas, Thompson, and Allred Nays: Councilmen Hirschi and Buffum I Mr. Berzina would like to look, at where we can find the funds , and bring the information to the Council later. Items 13a and 13b failed for lack of a motion. Moved by Councilman Allred that Item 1.3 be moved to the top of the agenda . Motion seconded by Councilman Hirschi , and carried unanimously. Item 13p Resolution No. 58-88 RESOLUTION ADOPTING A MISSION STATEMENT OF THE KEMP PUBLIC LIBRARY Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 58-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum. Tommy Pipes, Chairman of the Library Board, presented their recommen- dation. Councilman Allred stated that the Administrator and Board are ready to move forward on things that will require small or large amounts of dollars. The Council needs to give them some direction. Mr. Pipes noted that this is the first step. Councilman Hirschi would like to see a survey done to get a feel of the pulse of the public in regard to the library. Mr. Pipes stated that the library will have a forum on April 18 for the current council and candidates. Presentations will be made by members of the library board. He would not like to get hung up on a new building to begin with. Councilman Buffum noted that the Mission Statement is a start in this direction. Councilman Thompson hopes someone will come back later with a recommendation on the use of the Activities Center as a library. Recommendations need to be made to future councils on this. Mr. Pipes stated they will be coming back later with other recommendations Tena Williams was introduced as the new library administrator. She stated that the library is grossly inadequate for the population of Wichita Falls. She hopes the Council will talk to them at the forum coming up. The motion for Resolution No. 58-88 carried unanimously. 817 Item 13c Resolution No. 59-88 RESOLUTION ADOPTING POLICY WHEREBY CITY WILL CONSIDER EXTENDING WATER LINES TO MEDIANS ON WHICH PRIVATE FUNDS HAVE BEEN USED TO PLANT TREES AND SHRUBS Moved by Councilman Buffum that Resolution No. 59-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Councilman Allred stated that this resolution seems to say the same thing they discussed at the last meeting. She was looking for a limit on the amount of money, and the fund that it would come from, and she does not see it here. Councilman Thompson agreed that we need a policy on X number of dollars. Mr. Berzina explained the reason for presenting it in this manner. He does not see how we can bind future councils for unidentified projects. Councilman Hirschi stated there was a lot of conversation about only doing this on arterial streets and highways. Charles Harper, Mayor, suggested a policy of up to $15,000 per district per year on arterial streets and highways. Councilman Allred asked if the water lines and irrigation systems would qualify for the water and sewer fund? Mr. Bonnett questioned the applicability of the use of these funds for this purpose. Charles Harper, Mayor, envisioned that $75,000 would be included in next year' s budget, and future budgets. Mr. Berzina stated that his problem with this is a multi year project. He recommended that we make it a one year shot. An amendment was moved by Councilman Hirschi that an amount up to $15,000 be approved in this budget year, per district, to be used for fifty percent matching funds, for beautification of major arterials within each district. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried unanimously. The motion for passage of Resolution No. 59-88, as amended, carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 13d Resolution No. 60-88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURE OF REVENUE SHARING FUNDS FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLING AN IRRIGATION SYSTEM TO MEDIANS ON SEYMOUR HIGHWAY Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolutin No. 60-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Councilman Allred stated that she hates to touch revenue sharing funds. Mr. Murphy stated this is what has already been spent. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None 818 Item 13e Resolution No. 61-88 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPRAISAL OF PARCELS #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20 -A, #21, AND #56 - E FOR THE HOLLIDAY CREEK CHANNEL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, SETTING JUST COMPENSATION, AND AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OR CONDEMNATION. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Resolution No. 61- 88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. •Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 13f Resolution No. 62-88 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPRAISAL OF PARCELS #28 - A, #29, #29 -S, #55, #56 -B, #56- C, #56 -a, AND #58- A FOR THE HOLLIDAY CREEK CHANNEL IMPROVEMIENT PROJECT, SETTING JUST COMPENSATION, AND AUTHORIZ- ING PURCHASE OR CONDEMNATION. Moved by Councilman Buffum that Resolution No. 62-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 13g Resolution No. 63-88 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS REGARDING THE FAILURE OF A 5 MILLION GALLON WATER STORAGE TANK AT CYPRESS STREET WATER TREATMENT PLANT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENTS Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Resolution No. 63-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thomas. Councilman Thompson stated that he is opposed to paying for something twice, but he will vote for it. Mr. Bonnett noted settlements, as follows: Bituminum Inc. (insurance company) , $316,334; Cajun Company (work in kind) , $120,000; Biggs and Matthews, $162,000; Baker Shifflet, $53,333; City of Wichita Falls, $250,000 to $300,000. The total cost is one million dollars. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilomen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None 819 Item 13h Resolution No. 64-88 RESOLUTION REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF ARMORY ROAD FROM MIDWESTERN PARKWAY TO THE HENRY GRACE FREEWAY Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 64-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Mr. Bonnett believes this to be a moral commitment, but a contract will later be brought back to them for approval . The local highway department has gone out on a limb for this. Councilman Hirschi feels we need to look at these things very hard, even though it is a bargain. Mr. Bonnett stated he believed these dollars will have to come from 1989 and 1990 revenue sharing or the general fund. Councilman Buffum noted there is no revenue sharing. I i Fred Werner noted there is a mixed climate for a bond issue. He discussed the percentage of the tax rate going to debt service ( .10) . The motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, and Allred Nays: Councilmen Thompson and Buffum I Item 13i Resolution No. 65-88 RESOLUTION REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FOR MAURINE STREET FROM INTER- STATE HIGHWAY 44 TO SHEPPARD ACCESS ROAD I Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 65-88 be passed. i Motion seconded by Councilman Allred. i Mr. Bonnett explained that we need a final decision before purchasing right of way. Councilman Hirschi noted that this gives us our first opportunity of getting access out of Lynwood East. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 13j Resolution No. 66-88 i RESOLUTION REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FROM THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FOR MIDWESTERN PARKWAY, FROM MAPLEWOOD TO TAFT BOULEVARD Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 66-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thomas. Mr. Bonnett stated this would provide turning lanes from Maplewood to Taft Streets, as well as sidewalks. 820 Item 13j (Cont'd. ) The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, and Allred Nays: Councilman Buffum Item 13k Resolution No. 67-88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION TO GOVERNOR'S OFFICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION FOR NORTH TEXAS NARCOTICS INFORMATION MIANAGEMENT SYSTEM. Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Resolution No. 67-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Allred, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 131 Resolution No. 68-88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION TO GOVERNOR' S OFFICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION FOR POLICE COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER PROGRAM Moved by Councilman Allred that Resolution No. 68-88 be passed. viotion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 13rn was removed from the agenda. Item 13n Resolution No. 69-88 RESOLUTION TO THE CONGRESS PROTESTING THE CLOSING OF THE WICHITA FALLS POST OFFICE. Moved by Councilman Thompson that Resolution No. 69-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: Councilman Thomas I I 821 Item 13o Resolution No. 70-88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RECREATION DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT, INC. TO ESTABLISH AN ANNUAL CARD FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC AT THE WEEKS PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE Moved by Councilman Hirschi that Resolution No. 70-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Councilman Thomas stated that he is now having a lot of complaints about the golf course, such as greens, tees, permits, only one person there, and people did not have driver' s licenses in their pockets and could not rent a cart. He has not heard as much on the annual passes. This is a new service. Councilman Thomas noted that he hoped ROM would hear these complaints at their meeting tonight. He hopes people are riot just calling him. The golf pro stated they have just made some changes in procedures. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 14a Resolution No. 71-88 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HAMILTON AND WEEKS TENNIS CENTERS COURTS RESURFACING PROJECT Moved by Councilman Buffum that Resolution No. 71-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson. Mr. Bonnett stated this has to be completed by June 4, 1988, for a state tournament. Jack Suggs noted the specifications required. The motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: Councilman Thomas Item 14b Moved by Councilman Hirschi that the bid for open channel flow monitoring system be awarded to Montedoro-Whitney, of San Luis Obispo, California, in the amount of $14,770. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried unanimously. Item 15a , T'he "City"Manager passed out a substitute resolution. Item Number 5 in the action sheet has been deleted in the resolution passed out. 822 i Item 15a (Cont'd. ) Resolution No. 72-88 RESOLUTION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER, NO. 2 TO THE CYPRESS WATER TREATMENT PLANT 1987 RENOVATION PROJECT Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 72- 88 be passed, as amended. Motion seconded by Councilman Buffum, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nays: None Item 15b Resolution No. 73-88 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LANDFILL SOIL LINER PROJECT III AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT TO THE CONTRACTOR. Moved by Councilman Thomas that Resolution No. 73-88 be passed. Motion seconded by Councilman Thompson, and carried by the following vote. Ayes: Charles Harper, Mayor, Councilmen Hirschi , Thomas, Thompson, Allred, and Buffum Nuys: None Item 16b Mr. Berzina reminded the Council that Lawton city officials will be here on April 14. ;ir. Berzina also suggested that the agenda format be changed for the next meeting to provide that Items 4b and 4c be placed at the end of the agenda instead of at the -first part. The Council agreed. Charles Harper, Mayor, stated that he would like to appropriate 150,000 for economic development at the next meeting. Councilman Thomas would like to try to get someone to patrol our parks. Also, look at a pedestrian crossing across Maplewood at Sikes and Century City for safety. The City Council adjourned at 6:02 P.M. PASSED AND APPROVED this d f 19 8. Charles Harper, Mayor ATTEST: r Wilma J. Thom s,�I� E City Clerk