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Min 11/06/1973 i 847 Wichita Falls, Texas Memorial Auditorium Bldg. November 6, 1973 Items 1 & 2 The Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in regular session on the above date in the Council Room of the Memorial Auditorium Build- ing at 10:00 o'clock A.M. , with the following members present: J. Winston Wallander Mayor Harry Campsey Harrison E. Taylor Lonny Morrison Aldermen Willard Still J. C. Boyd, Jr. Peggy McCullough Gerald Fox City Manager H. P. Hodge, Jr. City Attorney Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk The invocation was given by Alderwoman McCullough. Item 3 Moved by Alderman Still that minutes of the meeting held October 16, 1973, be approved. Motion seconded by Alderman Boyd, amd carried unanimously. Item 4a r The public hearing was opened on the 1973 annexation program. i �i Eli Lam appeared regarding 45 acres of Tract 5. He purchased this property V for the purpose of building townhouses and single family residences. Sewer is not available to the tract, and development is completely stalled until such time that sewer facilities are available. He stated that this property was left out of the annexation program a year ago because of the lack of sewer, and that reason still exists. They desire that it be left out of the annexation program until sewer is available. They are ready for construction to begin as soon as this problem is resolved. He mentioned that he could not get a building permit, and the City Manager explained that building permits are not required outside the city limits, and that we have no control in extraterritorial jurisdiction regarding building permits--only in subdivisions. Alderman Still inquired if Mr. Lam would be willing to give the City a letter stating that he would not develop the land until sewer is installed? Mr. Lam stated that he would be willing to do that. Alderman Still in- quired concerning the owners of Tract 5. Steve Ondrejas, Director of Planning, ex- plained that there are three owners of this tract--Mr. Lam, Expressway Developers, and another owner. There is some development in the Southwest part of that tract, which is on septic tanks. Expressway Village development is on the sewer system. There are approximately 110 acres in the whole tract. Moved by Alderman Still that the staff be directed to prepare an ordinance deleting Tract 2 (Washex) , and deleting 45 acres described by Mr. Lam, with the condition that he and his son, Michael, execute an agreement prepared by the City Attorney to the effect that they will not build on this tract until sewer facili- ties have been installed. Motion seconded by Alderman Boyd. No one else desired to be heard, and the public hearing was closed. The motion was carried unanimously. � Item 4b v The public hearing was opened on hazardous structures. No one desired to be heard. 4 848 Item 4b, cont 'd. ORDINANCE NO. 2832 ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND FINDING CERTAIN BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES TO BE DANGEROUS; COMMANDING PROPERTY OWNERS TO REPAIR, VACATE, OR DEMOL- ISH SAID BUILDINGS AND/OR STRUCTURES WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. Moved by Alderman Morrison that Ordinance No. 2832 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey. Alderman Still commented that he thinks this is a great program, but would like to see a report on how many structures have been condemned so that he can see what has been done. Ernest Lillard stated that he could give them a monthly report on these activities. The motion was carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough. Nays : None Item 5 Mayor Wallander recognized Airman Raymond Graves as Airman of the Month. { Item 6a A proposed ordinance was presented prescribing rates and charges for South- western Bell Telephone Company. / ORDINANCE NO. 2833 ORDINANCE PRESCRIBING RATES AND CHARGES FOR LOCAL EXCHANGE TELEPHONE SERVICE FURNISHED BY SOUTHWESTERN BELL TELEPHONE COMPANY IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AND REPEALING CERTAIN PRIOR ORDINANCES. Moved by Alderman Still that Ordinance No. 2833 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey. Alderman Boyd commended the City Manager and Mr. Morrison of the Telephone Company, for the arrangements and negotiations made by them in rendering a public service. The motion was carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough. Nays : None r / j Item 6b r A proposed ordinance was presented establishing a median cut policy for the City of Wichita Falls. The City Manager explained the City's present policy, stating that they are asking for more flexibility in the median cut policy. Cer- tain standards would have to be met before median cuts would be permitted. ORDINANCE NO. 2834 P AN ORDINANCE REGULATING MEDIAN CUTS IN THE PUBLIC STREETS IN WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS. Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that Ordinance No. 2834 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Morrison, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still , Boyd, and McCullough Nays : None i 849 Item 6c & d Discussion was held on the proposed taxicab chauffeur's license fee, and taxicab rates. It was moved by Alderman Still and seconded by Alderman Campsey that the fee for taxicab chauffeur's licenses be reduced. Alderman Still noted that Wichita Falls , with the proposed rates, would be the third high city as far as rates are concerned. He inquired of Mr. Cowden why the rates in Wichita Falls would need to be as high as other large cities in Texas. It was pointed out that Wichita Falls would be next to San Antonio and Ft. Worth. Mr. Cowden stated that he usually compares Wichita Falls to Lubbock and Amarillo, and that he understands that Lubbock plans to ask for an increase. He also stated that the salaries of his cab drivers are in the high category of drivers in other parts of Texas. They are paid a commission ranging from 35 percent for part time drivers to 422 percent for full time drivers. He stated that they have a shortage of drivers. He explained that they have 25 or 26 cabs ready for the street, but they average 12 or 15 or 18 to 20 cabs on the street because of a shortage of drivers. He stated that they anticipated a loss of income due to the rate increase. He also stated that his other staff has decreased some over the past year. He sta- ted that if a driver is working full time he now presently earns about $100 per week. With the increase in rates, the full time driver would earn approximately $115 to $120 per week. Alderman Still stated that from looking at the cab company's financial statement, he understands his problem, but wonders how this will look in regard to the other cities. Mr. Cowden pointed out that costs have increased, in- cluding an interest increase for obtaining money. A substitute motion was moved by Alderman Boyd that action on the cab company's request for chauffeur's permit and rate increase be delayed until the next council meeting during which time the staff make a more complete study on the rates com- pared with other cities, and more information on the financial statement. Mr. Cowden stated that they are hurting, and service will deteriorate every day that they wait. He stated he would like to see it approved today. i Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough. 1 City Manager Gerald Fox stated that unless these figures have changed within the last week, they are as up to date as we can get them at this time. The motion was carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough Nays : Alderman Campsey. Item 6e A proposed ordinance was presented setting refuse rates on certain properties abutting alley paving projects. / ORDINANCE NO. 2835 ORDINANCE SETTING REFUSE RATES ON CERTAIN PROPERTIES ABUTTING ALLEY PAVING PROJECTS. Moved by Alderman Still that Ordinance No. 2835 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Morrison, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough Nays : None J Item 7a A proposed resolution was presented authorizing exchange of property adjacent i to Lake Wichita Addition. Stephen Ondrejas, Director of Planning, pointed out on the plat the location of each property involved, and it was discussed some by the Council. I 850 Item 7a, cont'd. RESOLUTION NO. 1475 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXCHANGE OF 1.97 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF BLOCK 27, DENTON COUNTY SCHOOL LAND, LEAGUE NO. 1. WHEREAS, the City owns a certain tract of land containing 1.97 acres in Block 27, Denton County School Land, League No. 1, Abstract 58, Wichita County, Texas, which tract is described on Exhibit A attached hereto; and, WHEREAS, V. B. Likins and Charles Inman, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma own a certain tract of land containing 5.97 acres out of said Block 27, which tract is described in Exhibit B, attached hereto; and, WHEREAS, it has been proposed that the City exchange said 1.97 acre tract for said 5.97 acre tract, which would allow the straightening of the common boundary line and a drainage ditch, and would be in the best interest of the City of Wichita Falls; and, WHEREAS, the fair market value of said 1.97 acre tract has been appraised at $1,467.00, and the fair market value of said 5.97 acre tract has been appraised at $1,389.00. 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 a deed conveying said 1.97 acre tract to V. B. Likins and Charles Inman, in exchange for a deed from V.B. Likins and Charles Inman conveying said 5.97 acre tract to the City of Wichita Falls, by authority of House Bill No. 40, adopted by the 63rd Legislature in 1973 (Article 5421c-12, Revised Civil Statutes of Texas) . Moved by Alderman Boyd that Resolution No. 1475 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried by the following vote: Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough (Ayes) Nays : None Item 7b A proposed resolution was presented authorizing the City Manager to submit a request for federal aid under the Airport Development Aid Program. The City Mana- ger explained that Continental Airlines will initiate 727 service here in April, and the taxiways will need to be widened for the larger equipment. Some security fencing and lighting is also needed, along with replacement of concrete for General Aviation Aircraft parking apron. The City Manager explained that widening of the taxiway will probably not be completed until the fall of 1974, but that they have discussed this with Continental Airlines, who have agreed to take precautions until such time as this work can be completed. RESOLUTION NO. 1476 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE REQUEST FOR FEDERAL AID FOR AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT. WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls has a need to make certain improvements at Municipal Airport, including widening the existing concrete taxiway, installing cer- tain chain link security fencing and mercury vapor lights, and replacing a portion of the existing deteriorated asphalt general aviation aircraft parking apron with concrete; and, WHEREAS, the approximate cost for such improvements is $91,089.00, of which the City would furnish 25%, or $22,772.00; of this amount, $15,182.00 would be expended in cash, and $7,590.00 will consist of City contributed engineering services. The Federal Aviation Administration will be requested to furnish the remaining 75%, or $68,317.00, under the Airport Development Aid Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: 851 Item 7b, cont'd. Gerald G. Fox, City Manager, is authorized and directed to complete and file a Request for Aid for such grant with the Federal Aviation Administration; the City Manager is further authorized to sign any necessary documents requested to carry out and complete such grant on behalf of the City. Moved by Alderman Taylor that Resolution No. 1476 be passed. Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried by the following vote: Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough Nays : None Item 8a j Bids were considered on signal equipment for a TOPICS project at the inter- section of Kemp Boulevard and Southwest Parkway. Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that bids be awarded as follows , for a total amount of $13,844.48, as recommended. Econolite Signal Company, for Pedestal Poles and Detector Cable--$289.40 Automatic Signal Company, for Controller and Poles and Anchor Bolts-- $11,108.84 Eagle Signal Company, for Signals and Detectors--$2,446.24 Motion seconded by Alderman Boyd, and carried unanimously. Item 8b Bids were considered on transit coaches. The Council discussed various options and alternates. Alderman Campsey stated that of the six routes, we need two large busses on two routes, but feels that the smaller busses would be adequate for the other routes. He recommended Alternate No. 2, with two large busses and 4 small ones, for a total amount of $132,172.80. He believes the maintenance costs will be reduced by this alternate. Alderman Boyd pointed out that he would like to see an advertising campaign to sell the new busses when they arrive. Alderman Taylor j stated that he is afraid of the small busses , and that we may be inviting trouble if we purchase them. Alderman Campsey stated that may be true, but feels the main- tenance cost is a factor. The City Manager stated that the staff preferred to have the larger busses, from what we can see on the horizon at this time, but by taking bids on two systems, the Council has the option of chosing the type of bus system they want. Maintenance is feared on the small bus. Alderman Boyd suggested that they purchase three large and three small busses, and comparisons could be made on both operations. This would cost approximately $148,000. Moved by Alderman Still that we purchase three large 31-33 passenger busses from Twin Coach at $32,533.00 each, and three small 19 passenger busses from Flxible Company at $16,776.70 each, for an approximate amount of $148,000.00, and that we allocate additional revenue sharing funds to accomplish this purpose. Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously. Alderman Still urged that the City continue to keep accurate records on both types of busses, so that we will be in a better position next time to show what type of bus is best for our operations. > Item 9a It was requested by Ernest Lillard, Director of Public Works, that the City Manager be authorized to execute Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the Railroad Re- location project (Gilvin-Terrill, contractor) . He explained the purpose of this supplemental agreement. This will increase the contract amount by $17,127.00. Moved by Alderman Campsey that the City Manager be authorized to execute this supplemental agreement, as recommended. Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously. 852 i h Item 10a Permission was requested to advertise for bids on a 3-wheel scooter for the Parking Meter Department. / Moved by Alderman Still that authority be granted to advertise for bids as requested. Motion seconded by Alderman Boyd, and carried unanimously. i . Item 10b Permission was requested to advertise for bids for replacement of the Record- ing Instrument and the Totalizer on the Sheppard Air Force Base Water Meter. Moved by Alderman Still that authority be granted to advertise for bids as requested. Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously. R ✓f Item lla-d Moved by Alderman Morrison that minutes of the meetings of the following boards be received. J, a. Park Board--October 23, 1973 b. Board of Electrical Examiners--October 24, 1973 c. Board of Adjustments and Appeals--October 12, 1973 d. Planning Board--October 10, 1973 Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously. i Item 12a Moved by Alderman Still that a public hearing be held on December 4, 1973, at 10:00 A.M. , on demolition of hazardous structures. ' Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried unanimously. Item 12b Moved by Alderman Boyd that water reimbursement contract payments in the amount of $289.88, and sewer reimbursement contract payments in the amount of $805.39, be approved in a total amount of $1,095.27, as follows : John Mark Hirschi, Water, Willow Brook Addition, Section No. 1, from August 31, 1972 to August 31, 1973; $289.88 John Mark Hirschi, Sewer Willow Brook Addition, Section No. 1, from August 31, 1972 to August 31, 1973; $51.04 Hawkeye Development Company, Sewer, Section E-3, Exhibit A of University Park, from September 6, 1972 to September 6, 1973; $226.17 Skyline Development Company, Sewer, Fountain Park, Section 1-B, Exhibit A, from August 2, 1972 to August 2, 1973; $319.86 Hawkeye Development, Sewer, Section D-2, Exhibit A, of University Park, from May 3, 1972 to May 3, 1973; $208.32 Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously. The City Manager requested the Council to approve outstanding purchase t' orders for Enterprise Funds as 1973-74 budget revisions. The goods were not obtained prior to the end of the last fiscal year. The amounts are $2,109.05 for the Airport Fund, and $23,197.50 for the Water and Sewer Fund. Moved by Alderman Morrison that purchase orders be approved as budget revi- sions for 1973-74, as requested. Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously. i 853 J, jY i Mayor Wallander stated that he believed the homestead exemption for senior citizens would be granted in 1975. Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that the City Manager be instructed to pre- pare an ordinance for the next council meeting, setting forth the exemptions for January 1975. Motion seconded by Alderman Morrison, and carried unanimously. Alderman Still commended Ben Shelton for the change of operation in the coffee shop, stating that the annual payroll will be reduced by $7,500, and that they are expecting an income from the coffee shop operation in the amount of $1,500. He stated that he feels this is a great move. i The meeting adjourned at 12 :00 P.M. I PASSED AND APPROVED this clay of _ �2 cow 1973. i �I i 1-14 Mayor ATTEST: f� City Clerk I I I I