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Wichita Falls, Texas
Memorial Auditorium Building
November 20, 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 Building
at 10:00 o'clock A.M. , with the following members present.
J. Winston Wallander Mayor
Harry Campsey
Harrison E. Taylor
Lonny D. Morrison
Willard Still
J. C. Boyd, Jr. X
Peggy McCullough
Gerald Fox City Manager
H. P. Hodge, Jr. City Attorney
Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk
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The invocation was given by Alderman Still.
Item 3
I Moved by Alderman Morrison that minutes of the meeting held November 6, 1973,
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i be approved.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously.
Item 4a
Gregg Sweatt presented a report to the Mayor from the Distributive Education
class of Rider High School pertaining to the survey they conducted regarding a
proposed bi-centennial center. He briefly reviewed their findings, stating that
83.3 percent favored the center, and 69.5 percent favored the use of revenue shar-
ing funds. Mayor Wallander complimented our young people who will be leaders in
the future, stating that he appreciated young people like him. Their teacher,
Mrs. Herbert Marvel, and other students, were introduced.
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fA proposed revenue sharing appropriation ordinance was presented for transit
buses, in the amount of $17,929.10.
ORDINANCE NO. 2836
AN ORDINANCE MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FROM THE REVENUE SHARING FUND TO PROJECT
NUMBERS LISTED BELOW, AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Moved by Alderman Still that Ordinance No. 2836 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Boyd, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 6a
A proposed ordinance was presented amending Section 2-157 of the Code of
r Ordinances.
ORDINANCE NO. 2837
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2-157 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO INCLUDE SEX
DISCRIMINATION IN THE JURISDICTION OF THE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION.
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Item 6a, cont'd. '
Moved by Alderman Taylor that Ordinance No. 2837 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
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Item 6b
r A proposed annexation ordinance was introduced. This includes the areas of
Allis Chalmers, Fan Coach, East Hursh (medical clinic) , and Expressway Village.
ORDINANCE NO. 2838
AN ORDINANCE EXTENDING THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY 'OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS,
BY ANNEXING CERTAIN LANDS ADJACENT TO THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS , WHICH LANDS ARE DESCRIBED IN THIS ORDINANCE.
Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that Ordinance No. 2838 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried by the following vote :
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 6c
A proposed ordinance was presented providing for antecedent service credit
and special prior service credit under Texas Municipal Retirement Service.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2839
AN ORDINANCE UNDERTAKING TO PROVIDE FOR, AND GRANTING "ANTECEDENT SERVICE
CREDIT" AND "SPECIAL PRIOR SERVICE CREDIT" AT THE RATES HEREIN SPECIFIED,
TO QUALIFYING EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS.
Moved by Alderman Taylor that Ordinance No. 2839 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 6d
A proposed ordinance was presented exempting persons 65 years of age or
older from ad valorem taxes in the amount of $3,000 of assessed value of residence
homesteads. Mayor Wallander pointed out that the loss in revenue to the City
could range from $150,000 to $200,000 annually. It was pointed out by the city
attorney that the recent election changed the homestead exemption to include
unmarried persons , also.
Woody Allen appeared, stating that they have worked rather hard on this pro-
posal, and that they appreciate the consideration given them.
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ORDINANCE EXEMPTING FROM AD VALOREM TAXES $3000 OF THE ASSESSED TAXABLE
VALUE OF RESIDENCE HOMESTEADS OF PERSONS 65 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, EFFECTIVE
JANUARY 1, 1975.
Moved by Alderman Still that Ordinance No. 2840 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
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Item 7a
A proposed resolution was presented authorizing the City Manager to enter into
a grant program with Texas Traffic Safety Administration for implementation of a
i traffic safety program. The City Manager explained our efforts to coordinate the
traffic safety program in the City. It would be a three-year program, with the first
two and one-half years being funded 100 percent from State and Federal funds. The
cost for the last six months of the project would be borne by the City. The grant
would be approved annually. It is felt that this program will increase our preventive
enforcement capability and reduce our accident rate, and should have high priority.
r / RESOLUTION NO. 1477
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS ,
DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL AND A FISCAL OFFICER TO ACT FOR THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS IN REQUESTING A GRANT FROM THE TEXAS TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMIN-
ISTRATION AND PROVIDING THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls wishes to establish a comprehensive local
Traffic Safety Program to improve the public safety of the citizens of Wichita Falls;
and,
WHEREAS, the financing of this project is a burden upon the City of Wichita
Falls and financial assistance is being requested from the Texas Traffic Safety
Administration in the amount of $22,681 for the initial grant period to initiate
this badly needed program;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS , THAT:
SECTION 1. Gerald G. Fox, City Manager, is hereby designated the Authorized
Official and Doug Brown, Chief Accountant, is hereby designated Fiscal Officer
for the purpose of requesting, receiving, and dispursing funds from the Texas Traffic
Safety Administration under the Highway Safety Acts of 1966, 1970, and 1973 for a
local Traffic Safety Program for such initial grant period.
SECTION 2. This Resolution will take effect immediately upon date of passage
as the Charter in such cases provides:
Moved by Alderman Taylor that Resolution No. 1477 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Morrison, and carried by the following vote :
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 7b
A proposed resolution was presented receiving the General Plan of the City.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1478
A RESOLUTION RECEIVING THE GENERAL PLAN, ENDORSING THE ACTION OF THE
PLANNING BOARD, AND RECOMMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN AS A GUIDE FOR
URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has the duty to project plans for the improvement
of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Board has the duty to assist the Board of Aldermen in
executing proper plans of municipal development and growth; and
WHEREAS, a General Plan for the City has been completed under a Comprehensive
Planning Assistance Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
WHEREAS, such General Plan has fulfilled and is an attempt to implement the
Urban Goals of Wichita Falls, Texas, specified in Resolution 1269, passed by the
Board of Aldermen on February 15 , 1972; and
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Item 7b, cont'd.
WHEREAS, the Planning Board recommends that the General Plan be adopted and
utilized as a basic policy guide for urban development in Wichita Falls, Texas ;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita Falls has reviewed the
General Plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS , THAT:
The General Plan is hereby officially received; that
The action by the Planning Board in developing and recommending the General
Plan as a basic policy guide for urban development is hereby endorsed and commended;
and
It is recommended that urban development policies for the immediate future
be guided within the context of the moderate growth strategy of the General Plan.
Moved by Alderman Morrison that Resolution No. 1478 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 7c
A proposed resolution was presented concerning participation in the National
Flood Insurance Program. Stephen Ondrejas, Director of Planning, presented some
of the facts and benefits associated with this program. If an individual desires
to participate in the program, he will contact his insurance company, who will
issue the appropriate policy. It is not mandatory that any citizen participate
if he does not choose to do so. Alderman Taylor pointed out that this type of
coverage has been prohibitive in the past, but the cost will now make it within
reach of most everyone. �, f
j' RESOLUTION NO. 1479
A RESOLUTION CONCERNING PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE
PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, certain areas of Wichita Falls are subject to periodic flooding
from the Wichita River and Holliday Creek, causing serious damages to properties
within these areas ; and
WHEREAS, relief is available in the form of Federally subsidized flood
insurance as authorized by the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968; and
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Board of Aldermen to require the recogi-
tion and evaluation of flood hazards in all official actions relating to land
use in the flood plain areas having special flood hazards; and
WHEREAS, this body has the legal authority to adopt land use and control
measures to reduce future flood losses pursuant to Article 11, Section 5 of the
Texas Constitution and Article 1175 of the Revised Civil Statutes of Texas;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS , TEXAS , THAT:
1. Assurance is given the Federal Insurance Administration that it will
enact as necessary, and maintain in force for those areas having flood hazards ,
adequate land use and control measures with effective enforcement provisions
consistent with the Criteria set forth in Section 1910 of the National Flood
Insurance Program Regulations; and
2. The Planning Division is vested with the responsibility, authority, and
means to:
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{ (a) Delineate or assist the Administrator, at his request, in delineat-
ing the limits of the areas having special flood hazards on available
local maps of sufficient scale to identify the location of building
sites.
(b) Provide such information as the Administrator may request concern-
ing present uses and occupancy of the flood plain.
(c) Cooperate with Federal, State, and local agencies and private firms
which undertake to study, survey, map, and identify flood plain
areas, and cooperate with neighboring communities with respect to
management of adjoining flood plain areas in order to prevent aggrava-
tion of existing hazards.
(d) Submit on the anniversary date of the community's initial eligibility
an annual report to the Administrator on the progress made during
the past year within the community in the development and implementa-
tion of flood plain management measures.
3. The Building Inspection Department is appointed to maintain for public
inspection and to furnish upon request a record of elevations (in relation to mean
sea level) of the lowest floor (including basement) of all new or substantially
improved structures located in the special flood hazard areas. If the lowest floor
is below grade on one or more sides, the elevation of the floor immediately above
must also be recorded.
4. It is agreed that the City will take such other official action as may
be mutually agreeable to the City and the Administrator and be reasonably necessary
to carry out the objectives of the program within the financial capabilities of
the City.
Moved by Alderman Still that Resolution No. 1479 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 7d
f A proposed resolution was presented indicating building permit and subdivision
approval systems for national flood control program.
RESOLUTION N0. 1480
A RESOLUTION INDICATING BUILDING PERMIT AND SUBDIVISION APPROVAL SYSTEMS
WHEREAS , the City of Wichita Falls , Texas has adopted and is enforcing the
Southern Standard Building -Code (Ordinance Number 2613) and Subdivision Regulations
(Ordinance Number 2118) ; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance Number 2613 of the aforesaid prohibits any person, firm or
om erecting, constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, improving,
corporation fr
moving or demolishing any building or structure without first .obtaining a separate
building permit for each building or structure from the Building Inspection Depart-
ment; and
WHEREAS, the Building Inspection Department must examine all plans and specifica-
tions for the proposed construction when application is made to them for a building
permit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS , THAT:
1. The Building Inspection Department shall review all building permit applica-
tions for new construction or substantial improvements to determine whether proposed
building sites will be reasonably safe from flooding. If a proposed building site
is in a location that has a flood hazard, any proposed new construction or substantial
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Item 7d, cont'd.
improvement (includingprefabricated and mobile homes
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modified) and anchored to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement of the
structure, (ii) use construction materials and utility equipment that are resistant
to flood damage, and (iii) use construction methods and practices that will mini-
mize flood damage; and
2. The Planning Division shall review subdivision proposals and other proposed
new developments to assure that (i) all such proposals are consistent with the
need to minimize flood damage, (ii) all public utilities and facilities , such as
sewer, gas, electrical, and water systems are located, elevated, and constructed
to minimize or eliminate flood damage, and (iii) adequate drainage is provided
so as to reduce exposure to flood hazards; and
3. The Public Utilities Division shall require new or replacement water supply
systems and/or sanitary sewage systems to be designed to minimize or eliminate
infiltration of flood waters into the systems and discharges from the systems into
flood waters, and require on-site waste disposal systems to be located so as to
avoid impairment of them or contamination from them during flooding.
Moved by Alderman Still that Resolution No. 1480 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote :
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
~Item 7e
A proposed resolution was presented requesting the United States Army Corps
of Engineers to conduct a flood-plain information report.
RESOLUTION NO. 1481
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO UNDERTAKE
A FLOOD-PLAIN INFORMATION REPORT ON HOLLIDAY CREEK AND WICHITA RIVER.
WHEREAS, the City of Wichita Falls, Texas , under authority vested in said
City by the State of Texas, has responsibilities for the safety of life and property
Of its citizens from fire, flood, panic, and other things and events, and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City to encourage optimum use of lands in and
adjacent to Wichita Falls, and
WHEREAS, the community needs a factual basis for reducing future flood damages
and hazards through carefully considered and well planned local regulations and use
of the flood-plain, including both guiding proppective land use and preserving
adequate floodway and channel rights-of-way and channel clearances; to provide
publicly available information for the guidance of private citizens and interests
on the use of flood-plains; and to minimize future public expenditures and for
alleviation of flood problems which would follow improper flood-plain development,
therefore increasing the amount of land available for use, and
WHEREAS, the area of Wichita River and Holliday Creek within the planning
area of the City, as shown on the attached map, is an area of hazard by inundation
of water, and due to the continued pressures of land needs for residential, commer-
cial, industrial, and recreation uses, which necessitates flood damage prevention
measures and plans and regulations for the use thereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS respectfully
requests the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to undertake a study of the prescribed
area, pursuant to Section 206, Public Law 86-645, and to investigate the intensity
of flood and establish flood elevations along said water course.
Moved by Alderman Boyd that Resolution No. 1481 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
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i Item 7f
r A proposed resolution was presented modifying previous action taken on exchange
of tracts of land adjacent to Lake Wichita.
RESOLUTION NO. 1482
RESOLUTION MODIFYING RESOLUTION NO. 1475, WHICH AUTHORIZED EXCHANGE OF
TRACTS OF LAND IN BLOCK 27, DENTON COUNTY SCHOOL LAND, LEAGUE NO. 1
WHEREAS, on November 6, 1973, the Board of Aldermen adopted Resolution No. 1475,
authorizing the exchange with V. B. Likins and Charles Inman of two certain tracts
of land in Block 27, Denton County School Land, League No. 1, Abstract 58, Wichita
County, Texas; and,
WHEREAS, the 5.97 acre tract of land said to be owned by V. B. Likins and
Charles Inman had actually been conveyed to Sanders-England Investments, a partner-
ship 'comprised of Warren Sanders and Fred England.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS , THAT:
The City Manager is authorized to consumate the exchange of tracts of land
authorized by such Resolution No. 1475 with Sanders-England Investments, a partner-
ship comprosed of Warren Sanders and Fred England.
Moved by Alderman Campsey that Resolution No. 1482 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None.
Item 8a
Bids were considered on a communications control unit for the Police Depart-
ment. It was recommended that the low bid be awarded to IBM Corporation in the
amount of $22,660.00.
' Moved by Alderman Campsey that the low bid be awarded as recommended.
Motion seconded by Alderman Still, and carried unanimously.
Item 8b
� . Bids were considered on a totalizer recorder unit for Sheppard Air Force Base
water meter. It was recommended that the bid be awarded to L & W Utilities Equip-
ment Company of Dallas for the BIF meter unit in the amount of $3,800.00.
Moved by Alderman Taylor that the bid be awarded as recommended.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously.
Item 8c
I Bids were considered for an annual supply of ready mixed concrete and bulk
cement. It was recommended that the low bid be awarded to City Concrete Company,
Wichita Falls, in the amount of $5.55 Bbl. Net for the bulk cement, and for the
�( read y-mix concrete, as follows.
2000# Mix (4sk) $15.60 CY Net
2500# Mix (42sk) 16.35 CY Net
3000# Mix (5sk) 16.95 CY Net
3500# Mix (52sk) 17.55 CY Net
No charge for the quickset additive.
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Item 8c, cont'd.
Moved by Alderman Campsey that the bids be awarded as recommended.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried unanimously.
Item 8d
Bids were advertised on data processing equipment; however, IBM was the only
1r , f one, of 57 requests that were mailed, to .respond with a .bid. It was recommended
that the bid be awarded .to IBM, as follows.
Selector Channel - $11,660.
Word Buffer - $10,365.
Disk Storage - $38,250.
City Manager Gerald Fox stated that this would be a purchase with a 60-month
pay off. The purchase will be less expensive than a lease on the projected life
of the equipment.
Moved by Alderman Taylor that the bid be awarded as recommended.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously.
Item 9a
Permission was requested to advertise for bids for an annual replacement for
�Pf automotive and truck requirements (23 sedans and 28 trucks) for various City
departments.
Alderman Boyd commented on the possibility of purchasing sixteen 4-door
sedans for the police department, and of using seven compact vehicles, and possibly
4-cylinder pickups. He feels this is something we should think about. The fuel
shortage was mentioned. The City Manager felt that the use of the vehicle was
more important than consideration of fuel. The job anticipated for the vehicle
to accomplish should be given the most consideration. He stated that they would
continue to look at the size of vehicles in the future, but request at this time
that the medium size equipment be purchased.
Alderman Morrison suggested that we ask for bids on six medium size and one
compact, and also seven compact vehicles. The same thing could be done with four-
cylinder pick-ups.
Alderwoman McCullough inquired if a policy statement had been issued in re-
gard to the energy crisis. The City Manager stated that they are looking into
the matter of street lighting, and other matters. Temperatures are being re-
duced in all city facilities during the winter, and will be increased -during .the
summer. A report has been requested from the directors by December 1, after
which a public policy statement will be made. Alderman Boyd mentioned the Christ-
mas lighting.
Alderman Still pointed out that a committee had been appointed to study
bidding operations. The Purchasing Department has complied with this.
Moved by Alderman Still that authority be granted to advertise for bids for
23 sedans and 28 trucks.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried unanimously.
Items 9b & c
Permission was requested to advertise for bids as follows :
a. For Public Works Equipment
(1) One elevating scraper
(2) One 10 cu. yd. dump bed
(3) Two 20 cu. yd. dump trailer
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(4) One street sweeper
(5) One 32 cu. yd. compaction boyd
b. For Parks and Recreation Equipment
(1) Two utility tractors
(2) One tractor with backhoe
Moved by Alderman Campsey that authority be granted to advertise for bids as
specified.
Motion seconded by Alderman Boyd, and carried unanimously.
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Items 10a & b
Moved by Alderman Taylor that minutes of the meetings of the Traffic Commission
and Board of Electrical Examiners, both held on November 13, 1973, be received.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously.
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A request for variance to the Code of Ordinances regarding angle or recessed
parking on 5th Street was made by Dwight Transfer and Storage. It had previously
been recommended by the Traffic Commission that it be allowed. Ed Ilschner, Director
of Traffic, stated that in granting this request it did not solve the congestion
problem. There is also the problem of setting a precedent. He also does not be-
lieve this is an extreme type circumstance.
Mr. Leon Mallonee appeared stating that if he were located on a heavily traveled
street he would not even request it. For all practical purposes he is the only
one using this street. He explained that he objected to widening the street be-
cause it would not permit vehicles to make turns into the business any easier.
He stated that he would be willing to go to off-street parking on two extra lots
when they are developed, but it might be several years. He also agreed to sign
an agreement that he would relinquish on-street parking when the lots are developed
and paved.
Moved by Alderman Campsey that the variance be granted to permit head-in park-
ing, with the stipulation that he sign the agreement relinquishing on-street parking
when his lots are developed, and that he bear the costs of providing the head-in
parking.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried unanimously.
I Item llb
Mayor Wallander made the following appointments to the Museum
Board of Trustees. and Art Center
John League - 1 year term, and also to the executive board
Barry Donnell - 2 year term
Moved by Alderman Boyd that the appointments be confirmed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Campsey, and carried unanimously.
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A proposed ordinance was presented reducing the fee for taxicab chauffeur's
license.
ORDINANCE NO. 2841
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 31-40 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO REDUCE
THE FEE FOR TAXICAB CHAUFFEUR LICENSE.
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Item 12a, cont'd
Moved by Alderman Morrison that Ordinance No. 2841 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays : None
A proposed ordinance was also presented increasing the rate of fare.
ORDINANCE NO. 2842
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION IV OF ORDINANCE NO. 1631, AS AMENDED,
INCREASING THE RATE OF FARE TO BE CHARGED BY TAXICABS , AND ADDING A NEW
SECTION 31-59 TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES REQUIRING ANNUAL FINANCIAL
REPORTING BY TAXICAB OPERATORS .
Moved by Alderwoman McCullough that Ordinance No. 2842 be passed, making the
fare $.55 (instead of $.65) for the first one-fifth mile, and $.30 (instead of $.10)
for each additional passenger in the same party on the same trip.
Bob Cowden stated that this would be satisfactory with them.
Motion seconded by Alderman Morrison, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Campsey, Taylor, Morrison, Still, Boyd, and McCullough
Nays: None.
Miss Agnes Anderson, 805 Baylor, inquired about improvement of the taxicab
service. Mayor Wallander explained that some new cabs had been purchased, and
that he also has other cabs which can be put in service if he had enough drivers.
She also asked who regulates the meters - that she paid three different fares from
the same point of destination within a week. It was explained to her that they
are checked once a year by the City of Wichita Falls. Alderman Still asked her
how she would rate the over-all service of the cab company. She stated that it
is no reflection on the cab owner, but she considers the service deplorable. De-
lays average 20-25 minutes.
Alderwoman McCullough requested more information on the $25,000 to $100,000
excess liability coverage of the cab company- Glynn Purtle stated that they are
insured with Employers Reinsurance Corporation in Kansas City, and that they will
furnish a certificate of insurance for the excess coverage to the City. Alder-
woman McCullough stated that she had personally received complaints that when a
judgment was made it was hard to collect. Mr. Purtle stated that he did not know
of any judgment that had not been paid within a reasonable time. Alderman Morrison
stated that he felt the insurance problem should be addressed in some way to deter-
mine what is appropriate.
Alderwoman McCullough stated that the City Attorney had given the Council a
report with regard to the policewomen. From now on women would be eligible to
apply for the position of police officer. She commended Mr. Hodge on the report.
Alderman Boyd commented on a letter he had received from Lee Sellers concerning
the request that the Civil Service Commission make a report on morale in the police
and fire departments. Mr. Sellers informed the council that legal conflicts pro-
hibited them from doing this.
✓ Moved by Alderman Boyd that a special investigating committee be appointed in
accordance with Section 63 of the Charter to see if morale problems exist, and if so,
the causes of them, and that Alderman Morrison be appointed Chairman, with Hunter
Jones and J. Howard Morgan as members.
Motion seconded by Alderwoman McCullough.
Moved by Alderman Boyd that the investigation requested, but declined by the
Civil Service Commission of the Police and Fire departments, be conducted by the
City Attorney, and a report of his findings be presented to the City Council.
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Mayor Wallander stated this is the first he has heard of this, but hoped it
could have been discussed at a work session. He asked Alderman Boyd if he had
discussed it with any of the Council, and Mr. Boyd replied that he had mentioned
it to two council people. Alderman Boyd stated that if the committee finds that
there is a serious morale problem, he will introduce an ordinance to eliminate the
Public Safety Department. If there is not a serious problem he would not introduce
it. Mayor Wallander stated that he hoped the City Manager would be placed on the
-- committee. Alderman Boyd stated that he would want the City Manager to be made
available to the committee. Alderman Taylor stated that he does not think the
Police Department has a morale problem since they have received a pay increase.
He has not heard anything except that somebody wants to investigate it. He contends
that there is no evidence of a morale problem. Alderman Boyd stated that he be-
lieves there is, or he wouldn't have requested it.
The City Manager stated that the Council has this authority under the charter.
This is something the Council needs to determine themselves. It might be a good
approach to clearing the air. He stated that we will always have some morale
problems in all departments. He feels this is brought to light by these two
departments being authorized by state law to bring salary questions to the public.
He stated that he feels he should have an active part in this investigation. Alder-
man Still asked if he feels there are any morale problems over which the City Manager
would not have any control. The City Manager again repeated that he feels there
will always be some type of morale problem in many areas of the City. He mentioned
unrest in the Sanitation Department, stating that he does not know exactly what
has caused it.
Mayor Wallander stated that he requested this investigation, but that he
wishes that we would learn more as Councils and Mayors to rely on each other more.
He feels there are several things that would be changed if the whole council had
been contacted on this. He stated that the Mayor is often the last to find out.
He preferred to have the City Manager and another member of the Council on the
committee.
Alderman Morrison proposed that no immediate action be taken on the motions
on the floor. He would like the Council to discuss this as a unit to establish
more rapport.
A substitute motion was moved by Alderman Morrison that Mr. Boyd's motions be
tabled for further expeditious consideration.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried unanimously.
The Board of Aldermen adjourned at 12 :45 P.M.
PASSED AND APPROVED this day of,, � 1973.
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