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Min 03/06/1979 127 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Building March 6, 1979 Items 1 & 2 rmen of the City of e Memorial iFalls, Auditorium Buildinggata8:30session Th e Board of Alde on the above date in the Council the present o'clock A.M. , with the following members Kenneth Hill Mayor Hardy McAlister Carol Russell Aldermen Curtis Smith Jim Thomas Raymond Adcock Gerald Fox City Manager H. P. Hodge, Jr. City Attorney Gerald Carlson Chief Accounting Officer Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk Fred E. Bassett Absent The invocation was given by Don Childers, Park Place Christian Church. Item 3 Alderman Smith corrected Item ilc of the minutes dof tremoved1fgomfregblarrpar0' 1979, as follows. Boulevards , triangles , and circles crews responsibility, and assigned to special park crews. Moved by Alderman Adcock that the minutes be approved as corrected. Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried unanimously. Items 4a-7a Item 5b was removed from the consent agenda. Moved by Alderman Russell that Items 4a through 7a, except 5b, be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock. Item 4a ORDINANCE N0. 3427 AN ORDINANCE CLOSING FIDTHBSTROETNG A AND EP.STOOFEDILORORESOTREETUTH TINETHOR ALLEY LYING NORTH OF CITY OF WICHITA FALLS. Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays: None Item 4b ORDINANCE NO. 3428 AN ORDINANCE CLOSING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF NORTH BROOK STREET BETWEEN BLOCK 1 , SCOTLAND ADDITION, AND BLOCK 24, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, AND A PORTION OFJ STREET WICHITABETWEEN FALBLOCK TEXASAND BLOCK 33, ORIGINAL TOWNSITE ADDITIONS Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays : None Item 5a Authority was granted to artise for East Parkblds andfor Rosemontation Cemeteryerials for Martin Luther King Center, Lynwood Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays: None 128 v'Item 6 Minutes of the meetings of the following boards and commissions were received. a. Planning Board - February 14, 1979 b. Design Review Commission - February 15, 1979 C. Park Board - February 27, 1979 d. Arts Commission - February 20, 1979 Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None d Item 7a A public hearing on hazardous structures was set for April 3, 1979. Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays: None Item 8a A public hearing was opened on hazardous structures. Preston McBee stated that he had received a letter from Gary Southard, Attorney representing Joseph R. Fox, Jr. Estate, requesting an additional 30 days to correct the deficiencies. Robert Beaver appeared regarding the junk yard at Riley and Duncan (Jimmy Goins) . It was noted that he is working on the prevention of a blind corner, and eliminating the junk yard. City Attorney H. P. Hodge commented on the events which have occured at this location regarding compliance on this property as a health hazard. (This property is not a part of this Public hearing, but has been on a previous hearing) . ,,,ORDINANCE NO. 3429 ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND FINDING CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES TO BE DANGEROUS; COMMANDING PROPERTY OWNERS TO REPAIR, VACATE, OR DEMOLISH SAID BUILDING AND/OR STRUCTURES WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman Smith that Ordinance No. 3429 be passed, authorizing a 30-day extension on the Joseph R. Fox, Jr. Estate. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays: None Item 8b _ - - - A public hearing was opened on Community Development Block Grant Funds. Roger McKinney, Acting Director of Planning, presented staff recommendations. Mayor Hill objected to providing free parking to the downtown merchants. Alderman Adcock did not agree that it was furnishing parking for downtown merchants--it would provide a need to the public. Mayor Hill feels that we have more pressing needs than paying for free parking. Alderman Russell noted that a part of this parking would complement the Activities Center and Farmers ' Market. Deacon Reed requested $40,000 for the Church of God in Christ, 1204 Eastside Drive, to fund a food co-op which they would like to establish. They need some front end money to set up their organization. They will be able to support themselves on a 17 percent markup after they have received an initial grant. Alderman Thomas stated that he does not feel that tax dollars contributed by businesses should be used to go into competition with them. The City Manager inquired if there would be a possibility of repaying this money to the City? Mr. Reed stated that they could C years , and would be willing to pay the entire $40,000 back to the Ci t ty, withkthe in two provision that they be allowed to operate six months before they have to begin making payments. Alanson Brown appeared as President of the Board of North Texas Senior Citizens Center. He requested funds for kitchen expansion and storage in the amount of $25,000. Their total request of $42,000 includes additional parking. 400 meals per day in a kitchen designed for 100. Eighty meals harea served satthomepar ,eanding 320 are served in the centers each day. 129 Item 8b, cont'd. Bob Carpenter, Director of North Texas Skills Center, 300 Third Street, requested $28,000 for a parking lot and lighting for 60 vehicles. They provide adult training programs to support local industry. There is no money available from the schools in the area which can be used for this. The area includes the Nortex Regional area. Around 280 adults have been placed in jobs. Arthur Bea Williams appeared as a member of the Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women. The Commission supports funding for Child Care, Inc. , North Texas Skills Center, and First Step, Inc. She stated that child care has grown from 25 to 300 children in three different facilities. They also have a waiting list. Mayor Hill wondered if the former Fowler Home concept could be combined with First Step. i JoiAnn Garrett appeared representing First Step, Inc. She requested assignment of two city-owned buildings and remodeling costs in the amount of $10,000 to be used as a battered women's shelter. She stated that they would furnish operating expenses. All work is voluntary at the present time; however, they will probably begin to have a paid staff this year. They were able to help 325 individuals in 1978. Charles Harper appeared as President of Child Care, Inc. , requesting funding in the amount of $182,000. They are seeking private funds from individuals, which they hope to have next year. They charge $10.00 for the first child. When a family income rises to a certain level , they are no longer eligible for this service. The City Manager stated that income to Child Care, Inc. should be considered, and their request reduced to take this into account. fair. Harper stated that he would be willing to negotiate this amount. Alderman Adcock and Thomas noted that costs are about twice as much for public care as private care. Margaret Stewart appeared as Executive Director of Child Care, Inc. She stated that she realizes their cost is higher; however, more of the children they serve have greater needs than those being cared for privately. They require that a parent be gainfully employed in order to take advantage of their services . The public hearing was closed. Mayor Hill expressed interest in expansion of the kitchen for the Senior Citizens Center ($25,000.00) ; First Step ($10,000.00) ; and parking lot for North Texas Skills Center ($28,000.00) . Alderman Russell also supported the Senior Citizens and First Step requests. If the City prepared and equipped the Martin Luther King Center, and Child Care, Inc. were able to absorb other costs, then she would support this rather than the parking lot for North Texas Skills Center. If the needs of the industries are being met, she wonders if they would want to enter into a consortium to provide the additional parking. Mayor Hill stated that he could justify this better than parking lots downtown. Alderman Smith questioned the request for a rehabilitation loan of $100,000 for removing houses. He wonders if this could be better spent in other ways. Alderman Adcock stated that it seems First Step is a need. Alderman Thomas mentioned the Wichita Greenbelt, stating that it seems trails might fall way down on the list. He also questioned no criteria on the part of the Senior Citizens Center for allowing people to get a free meal . Item 9a A proposed appropriation ordinance was presented to fund two tax clerks. The Tax Assessor-Collector has advised that he cannot complete both the new tax roll and the new property re-evaluation without these additional tax clerks. Increased mailing costs due to the Tax Relief Amendment also creates a need for an additional $4,489. v ORDINANCE NO. 3430 AN ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO ACCOUNT NUMBERS LISTED BELOW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Ordinance No. 3430 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None I 130 Item 9b A proposed appropriation ordinance was presented to fund ten additional parks maintenance employees, as follows: one park maintenance supervisor, two park maintenance workers, seven part-time park maintenance workers. ORDINANCE NO. 3431 AN ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO ACCOUNT NUMBERS LISTED BELOW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman Smith that Ordinance No. 3431 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays : None Item 5b Discussion was held on fencing at Scotland, Hamilton, and Williams Parks . Alderman McAlister questioned why we need to fence the softball diamonds. These are public parks. Golfers and children use these parks when softball is not being played. He feels fencing would be to the detriment of the park. The City Manager explained that we presently have fences there, and we will have some liability problems if they are not repaired. Alderman McAlister feels that money would be better used to maintain the fields rather than the fence. He can see the need for a fence at Scotland Park because of the freeway access road, but not the others. Moved by Alderman McAlister, that authority be granted to advertise for bids for fencing at Scotland Park. A substitute motion was moved by Alderman Smith that authority be granted to advertise for bids for fencing at Scotland, Hamilton, and Williams Parks , with priority being given to Scotland Park. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen Russell , Smith, and Adcock Nays : Aldermen McAlister and Thomas The Board of Aldermen recessed at 12:15 and reconvened at 12:45 P.M. Item 10a Tom Crane, 2604 Amherst, appeared for Howard Tullis regarding waiver of setback requirements on Wolcott Lane. Mr. Crane stated that he cannot build on this lot without a waiver. Alderman Adcock stated that on any new subdivision he would be totally opposed to a waiver, but on Wolcott Lane there is no way that it can ever be a traffic lane. This building will never interfere with anything on Wolcott Lane. There will be no through traffic on Wolcott Lane. Traffic will be on the access road. The City Manager pointed out that traffic coming from the south could use it instead of going all the way to Maurine Street and doubling back. Mayor Hill pointed out that we are talking about more than granting just this waiver. Others will follow. Alderman Russell stated that the function of this body is to make appropriate decisions. No community lives by the perfect letter of the law. Ed Ilschner, Director of Traffic, pointed out that Mr. Tullis has stated that he will not need access and ingress to his property from Wolcott. ORDINANCE NO. 3432 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3398, WAIVING SETBACK REQUIREMENTS ON A CERTAIN LOT IN THE B. B. WOODALL SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS. Moved by Alderman Adcock that Ordinance No. 3432 be passed, granting a waiver of 15 feet on Central Freeway and 5 feet on Wolcott Lane. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays : Mayor Hill and Alderman McAlister 131 Item IOb Dan Davis , 3308 Miami , requested waiver of setback requirements for his building in Highland Addition. He desires to expand his existing building. The Plats Committee recommended closure of an alley to allow expansion of this building instead of the waiver. ORDINANCE NO. 3433 AN ORDINANCE WAIVING MINIMUM BUILDING SETBACK REQUIREMENTS ON A PROPOSED REPLAT OF LOTS 17, 18 & 19, BLOCK 18A, HIGHLAND ADDITION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS. Moved by Alderman Smith that Ordinance No. 3433 be passed, granting the waiver. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen Russell , Smith, and Adcock Nays : Aldermen McAlister and Thomas Alderman McAlister noted that we have granted two waivers, both of which have not been unanimously approved by the Planning Board. Perhaps the ordinance needs to be altered or establish better criteria as to when a waiver should or should not be granted in order to make a more workable law for us to follow. Mayor Hill stated that he will not be in favor of any additional waivers except for very unusual circumstances. Alderman McAlister suggested that the Planning Board look at the setback requirements in areas that are changing from residential to commercial property. Is there a different opinion on setback requirements in areas for commercial purposes? This might preclude having to make waivers continuously. Item 10c ORDINANCE NO. 3434 ORDINANCE SETTING A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN ON TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 1979. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Ordinance No. 3434 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None Item 10d A proposed ordinance was presented awarding a contract and calling a public hearing on the 1979 Assessment Paving Program. ORDINANCE NO. 3435 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ADOPTING ESTIMATES OF THE COST OF CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS AND OF AMOUNTS TO BE ASSESSED FOR VARIOUS STREETS DESIGNATED AS THE 1979 ASSESSMENT PAVING PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS; FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OF THE OWNERS OF ABUTTING PROPERTY AND TO ALL OTHERS INTERESTED; DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO GIVE NOTICE OF SUCH HEARING; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman Smith that Ordinance No. 3435 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None Item l0e Discussion of the liquor zoning ordinance was postponed. 132 Item 1 Of ORDINANCE NO. 3436 ORDINANCE AMENDING CODE OF ORDINANCE SECTION 2-109 WHICH REQUIRES THAT EARNINGS OF THE CITY EMPLOYEES ARE SUBJECT TO CONTRIBUTION TO THE TEXAS MUNICIPAL RETIREMENT SYSTEM. Moved by Alderman McAlister that Ordinance No. 3436 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays: None Item l Og ORDINANCE NO. 3437 ORDINANCE AMENDING CODE OF ORDINANCE SECTION 2-99 WHICH SETS THE RETIREMENT AGE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Ordinance No. 3437 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None Item 10h Steve Space, of American Sign and Indicator Corporation, requested postponement of their request for waiver of size of a sign face. Item l0i A proposed ordinance was presented waiving building setback requirements on Lot 34, Block 7, Sibley-Taylor Subdivision. ORDINANCE NO. 3438 ORDINANCE GRANTING WAIVER OF BUILDING SETBACK REQUIREMENTS ON LOT 34, BLOCK 7, SIBLEY-TAYLOR SUBDIVISION. Moved by Alderman Adcock that Ordinance No. 3438 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and failed by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen Russell and Adcock Nays: Aldermen McAlister, Smith, and Thomas Item 10j A proposed ordinance was presented changing certain election officials. i' ORDINANCE NO. 3438 ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3424, TO APPOINT A NEW JUDGE AND ALTERNATE JUDGE FOR CITY BOX NO. 21 IN THE REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Ordinance No. 3438 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays : None Item lla A proposed resolution was presented regarding minority business enterprise policy and Urban Mass Transportation Administration capital assistance grant. 133 Item lla, cont'd. RESOLUTION NO. 2296 A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING A COMMITMENT TO UTILIZE MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISES TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT FEASIBLE IN ALL ASPECTS OF TRANSIT PROCUREMENTS AND SERVICES. i j WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls encourages Minority Business Enterprise involvement in all phases of the procurement activities; and, WHEREAS, equal opportunity will be provided to Minority Business -Enterprises , to compete for contracts and appropriate services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA I FALLS, TEXAS THAT: SECTION 1 . To the extent legally practicable, the City of Wichita Falls will ensure that all contractors providing services, materials or supplies to the City provide full employment opportunities to minorities or females. SECTION 2. The City of Wichita Falls will use its best efforts to insure that Minority Business Enterprises are informed and given equal opportunity to participate in current and future procurement activities. Moved by Alderman McAlister that Resolution No. 2296 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None Item llb Proposed resolutions were presented authorizing filing of applications for operating assistance and capital grants from Urban Mass Transportation Administration for fiscal year 1979-80. RESOLUTION NO. 2297 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FOR AN OPERATING ASSISTANCE GRANT UNDER THE URBAN MASS TRANSPORTATION ACT OF 1964, AS AMENDED. WHEREAS, the Secretary of Transportation is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects; WHEREAS, the contract for financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the applicant including the provision by it of the local share of project costs; WHEREAS, it is required by the U.S. Department of Transportation in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, that in connection with the filing of an application for assistance under the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964, as amended, the applicant give an assurance that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements thereunder; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the applicant that minority business enterprise be utilized to the fullest extent possible in connection with this project, and that definitive procedures shall be established and administered to ensure that minority businesses shall have the maximum feasible opportunity to compete for contracts when procuring construction contracts, supplies , equipment contracts , or consultant or other services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS: That the City Manager is authorized to execute and file an application on behalf of the City of Wichita Falls with the U.S. Department of Transportation, to aid in the financing of operating assistance projects for FY 1979-80 pursuant to Section 5 of the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964, as amended. That the City Manager is authorized to execute and file with such application as assurance or any other document required by the U.S. Department of Transportation effectuating the purposes of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. 134 Item llb, cont'd. That Gerald G. Fox, City Manager, is authorized to furnish such additional information as the U.S. Department of Transportation may require in connection with the application or the project. That the City Manager is authorized to set forth and execute affirmative minority business policies in connection with the project's procurement needs. That the City Manager is authorized to execute grant contract agreements on behalf of the City of Wichita Falls with the U.S. Department of Transportation for aid in the financing of the operating assistance project. That it is hereby officially found and determined that the meeting at which this resolution is passed is open to the public as required by law and that public notice of the time, place and purpose of said meeting was given as required. Moved by Alderman McAlister that Resolution No. 2297 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None RESOLUTION NO. 2298 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FOR A GRANT UNDER THE URBAN MASS TRANSPORTATION ACT OF 1964, AS AMENDED. WHEREAS, the Secretary of Transportation is authorized to make grants for Mass transportation projects; WHEREAS, the contract for financial assistance will impose certain obligations upon the applicant, including the provision by it of the local share of project costs; WHEREAS, it is required by the U.S. Department of Transportation in accord with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, that in connection with the filing of an application for assistance under the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964, as Amended, the applicant give an assurance that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements thereunder; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the Applicant that minority business enterprise be utilized to the fullest extent possible in connection with this project, and that definitive procedures shall be established and administered to ensure that minority businesses shall have the maximum feasible opportunity to compete for contracts when procuring construction contracts, supplies, equipment contracts, or consultant and other services. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS: That the City Manager is authorized to execute and file an application on behalf of the City of Wichita Falls with the U.S. Department of Transportation, to aid in the financing of capital improvements to the transit system. That the City Manager is authorized to execute and file with such application an assurance or any other document required by the U.S. Department of Transportation effectuating the purposes of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. That Gerald G. Fox, City Manager, is authorized to furnish such additional information as the U.S. Department of Transportation may require in connection with the application or the project. That the City Manager is authorized to set forth and execute affirmative minority business policies in connection with the project's procurement needs. That the City Manager is authorized to execute grant contract agreements on behalf of the City of Wichita Falls with the U.S. Department of Transportation for aid in the financing of the capital assistance project. That it is hereby officially found and determined that the meeting at which this resolution is passed is open to the public as required by law and that public notice of the time, place and purpose of said meeting was given as required. 135 Item llb, cont'd. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Resolution No. 2298 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Smith, and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays : None i Item llc The City Manager explained the various prevailing wage rate schedules, stating that it is necessary for the governing body to approve a prevailing wage rate for public works contracts under Article 5159a of Vernon's Annotated Civil Statutes. The Davis-Bacon, Associated General Contractors, and Wichita Falls Independent School District prevailing wage rates were discussed. RESOLUTION NO. 2299 RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM WAGES IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: The wage scale which is attached hereto is hereby determined to be the general prevailing rate of per diem wages in the City of Wichita Falls for the purposes of Article 5159a, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Resolution No. 2299 be passed, adopting the Associated General Contractors prevailing wage rates for the City of Wichita Falls. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays: None (Alderman McAlister was out of the room) . Item lld A proposed resolution was presented appointing the municipal judge and three substitute municipal judges. Mayor Hill made the appointments of the substitute judges, with the approval of the Board of Aldermen. RESOLUTION NO. 2300 RESOLUTION APPOINTING ALBERT T. NICE MUNICIPAL JUDGE FOR A TWO YEAR TERM, AND CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SUBSTITUTE JUDGES. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: Albert T. Nice is hereby appointed Municipal Judge of the City of Wichita Falls for a term of two years beginning March 7, 1979, with an annual salary of $20,125. The appointment by the Mayor of G. A. Benesh, William L. Otten and Norman F. Carroll as substitute judges for a term of two years, beginning March 7, 1979, is hereby consented to and confirmed. Moved by Alderman Thomas that Resolution No. 2300 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays: None Item 12a Acceptance of the annual financial report for the year ended September 30, 1978, was requested by Gerald Carlson, Chief Accounting Officer. Moved by Alderman Thomas that the annual financial report be accepted. Motion seconded by Alderman Russell , and carried unanimously. I 136 , Item 12b A proposed resolution was presented approving golf policies. L RESOLUTION NO. 2301 RESOLUTION APPROVING GOLF RULES FOR WEEKS PARK GOLF COURSE. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: Those certain Golf Rules , a copy of which is attached hereto, are hereby approved, and shall be observed on the Weeks Park Golf Course. Moved by Alderman Russell that Resolution No. 2301 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas, and Adcock Nays : None Item 12c Moved by Alderman Thomas that Randy Kimbler be appointed to the Board of Electrical Examiners for a term to expire May 23, 1980. (replacing Mike Kiser) . Motion seconded by Alderman McAlister, and carried unanimously. Item 12d Ed Ilschner, Director of Traffic and Transportation, presented the report on the adult crossing guard study. Of the 19 locations studied, only six of them would justify the placement of an adult crossing guard as analyzed under the Institute of Traffic Engineers Acceptable Gap Method. Should the Board of Aldermen desire to continue funding 16 guards, as was previously budgeted, an appropriation in the amount of $940.00 would be needed to cover the deficit incurred since October 1 , 1978 due to non-funded temporary employment of the seventeenth crossing guard. The three locations which are candidates for elimination of the adult crossing guards are Eleventh-Van Buren, Flood- Redwood, and Norman in front of Fain School . ORDINANCE NO. 3439 AN ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO ACCOUNT NUMBERS LISTED BELOW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman McAlister that Ordinance No. 3439 be passed, appropriating $940.00 to cover the deficit for sixteen guards. Motion seconded by Alderman Thomas, and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Mayor Hill , Aldermen McAlister, Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays : None , Item 12e Alderman Smith presented the final report on the water rate study. Rates were recommended as follows. a. Raw water taken directly from the lake--14 cents per 1000 b. Raw water taken from transmission lines--20 cents per 1000 c. Treated water taken at the filter plant (Iowa Park)--50 cents per 1000 d. Treated water distributed to other entities (Burkburnett, etc. )--60 cents per 1000. They recommend that these rates stay in effect for one year. Any adjustment necessary can be made each year on an annual basis. They also recommended employment of a consultant expert in water matters to make a more detailed study of such things as a more accurate formula to govern future water rates, a determination of what value to put on water held in reserve for entities that is not being used, and other problems relative to a possible joint venture on a new lake. Alderman Thomas stated that he believes we can live with this for a year, even though it is not what we wanted. He did not feel that Wichita Falls should pay for the consultant when we would not be having one if other cities did not want to purchase 137 Item 12d, cont'd. the water. He would also want the consultant to be chosen on the basis of what he can do for us. I Moved by Alderman Smith that recommendations of the study be implemented by preparing ordinances for presentation to the Council for contract negotiations , with consultant costs being included in contract negotiations. Motion seconded by Alderman Adcock, and carried unanimously. Discussion was held on whether to go ahead and sell water now to these other people who have requested it, such as Electra and Red River Authority. J. C. Boyd appeared stating that he does not think we are talking about allocation of water, but where are the people going to live in this area. There is an element in our community who feel that Wichita Falls should have first priority. Alderman McAlister desired information on what it will cost to build another reservoir. The City Manager stated that that information will not be available until next summer. Alderman McAlister pointed out that the citizens would have to approve bonds to finance the construction. If it costs too much will we still be willing to sell more water? He desired more information on our future capability to provide water from Lakes Kickapoo and Arrowhead. Moved by Alderman Smith that we consider a water contract with Electra and Red v River Authority No. 2. The motion died for lack of a second. Item 12f A proposed resolution was presented authorizing employment of a consultant for Lone Star Gas Company rate request. The City Manager was authorized to select the best proposal from two which he has requested. Only one has been received at this time. Estimated costs is between $25,000 and $30,000. RESOLUTION NO. 2302 RESOLUTION EMPLOYING A CONSULTANT TO ANALYZE THE LONE STAR GAS COMPANY RATE REQUEST. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: The proposal of Bill R. McMorries and Associates , Inc. to analyze the Lone Star Gas Company Rate Request dated January 23, 1979, is hereby accepted, and the City Manager is authorized to execute a contract employing such consultant for this work, for a fee of $16,500.00. Moved by Alderman Russell that Resolution No. 2302 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Smith, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Mayor Hill , Aldermen Russell , Smith, Thomas , and Adcock Nays: Alderman McAlister Item 12g a Saundra Heffington, Chairman of the Wichita Falls Arts Commission, requested $550.00 for the Wichita Falls Independent School District JROTC Annual Formal Inspection to be held on March 16. This is authorized as a Community Arts Project, and is funded from the hotel -motel occupancy tax. Moved by Alderman McAlister that funding be authorized as requested. Motion seconded by Alderman Thomas , and carried unanimously. Item 12h City Manager Gerald Fox noted that Alderman Bassett and McAlister will need to be replaced on the hospital funding committee. 138 Item 12h, cont'd. Mr. Conrad appeared regarding what he termed as hardness of the water in Wichita Falls. Mayor Hill stated that the Council will do everything they can to retain good water. Cordell Jones appeared for the Citizens for Fair Representation, requesting the Council to provide for single member voting districts in Wichita Falls by Charter. City Manager Gerald Fox pointed out that this Council can take no action on the system except to perhaps call for a charter change, and this cannot now be considered until 1981 . Alderman McAlister stated that the Charter Commission found several areas in the proposed Code of Ethics which would conflict with the charter; however, they also suggested that the present charter generally covers the code of conduct of Aldermen. No further action is necessary. Moved by Alderman McAlister that this matter be placed on the next agenda for disposition. Motion seconded by Alderman Thomas , and carried unanimously. The Board of Aldermen adjourned at 4:55 P.M. PASSED AND APPROVED this A�-Zk day of j%)IGc/t , 1979. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK Job Title Air Tool Operator $ 6. 46 1/2 Asbestos Worker 11. 97 Boiler Maker 12. 87 Brick Layer 10. 85 Carpenters 11. 41 Cement Mason 8. 83 Electrician 11. 23 Glazier 5. 50 Iron Worker Structural 11. 05 Rebar 11. 05 Laborer, General 5. 34 Lather 10. 50 Mason Tender 6. 59 Mill Wright 11. 91 Mortar Mixer 6. 59 Power Equip. Oper. Heavy 10. 60 Light 10. 20 Painters Brush 8. 00 Spray 9. 00 Plasterer 10. 50 Plumber & Pipe Plumber 9. 17 Pipefitter 9. 17 Roofers 6. 00 Sheet Metal Work 10. 28 Soft Floor Layer 5. 50 Truck Driver Single Axle 3. 50 Tilesetters 6. 50 Rates Include Fringes These rates are the Associated General Contractors of America, Inc. wage rates for the West Texas Chapter. GOLF RULES 1. Mr. Joe Collins , Golf Professional , is responsible for rule inter- pretation and enforcement , and the operation and maintenance of the entire Weeks Park Golf Course. 2 . Each player must register in the Pro Shop before play begins . 3 . Each player must have a bag of clubs and possess a dated green fee receipt or an annual permit while playing. 4. Golf, tennis , or street shoes only. 5 . Players must wear a shirt at all times . 6 . Golf Pro is responsible for orderly flow of play. 7 . Practice prohibited from tees , fairways , and traps on regular greens . 8 . Damage to greens or golf course, intentionally or in a fit of anger, is punishable by fine . 9 . Do not throw bottles , cans , or trash on golf course - please use receptacles . 10 . The first round of play will not begin on No . 10 tee without permission from Starter or Pro . 11 . Golf Pro will control play at all times , including number of players per group . 12 . Snack bar will close when Pro Shop is closed each day. 13 . All green fees will be set by the Wichita Falls City Council . 14 . Tee reservations may be made no more than one week prior to play . Reservation fee will be paid when time is reserved - no phone calls accepted. 15 . During inclement weather, Golf Pro will determine if course is playable . 16 . All tournaments must be approved annually and formally requested at least thirty days prior to tournament by letter to the Director of Parks and Recreation. Request must include number of players and tee times . Alternate tee time will be available to public . 17 . Tournament players shall pay $1 . 00 per person per day green fee for each tournament ; tournaments held on a holiday shall pay the weekday green fee per person per day. (The only exception to the tournament fee shall be the T.O . Junior Tournament which is exempted from charge . ) 18 . The City of Wichita Falls shall receive 10% from all food and drink concessions (at retail prices) sold during a tournament . No food or drinks shall be served free of charge to players except to the entrants of the Texas Oklahoma Junior Tournament . 19 . Any person violating a rule of the course may be subject to removal from the premises .