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Wichita Falls, Texas
Memorial Aduitorium Building
March 17, 1970
Items 1 4 2
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita Falls, Texas, met in special session
on the above date in the Council Room of the Memorial Auditorium Building at 1:30
o'clock P.M. , with the following members present:
Kenneth Hill Mayor
Don Wills X
Harrison E. Taylor X
Larry Lambert X Aldermen
Dick Darner X
Cletus C. Schenk X
Gerald Fox City Manager
H. P. Hodge, Jr. City Attorney
Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk
Max Kruger Absent
The invocation was given by Alderman Wills.
The purpose of meeting at 1:30 is to open bids for the sale of $2,000,000 General
j Obligation Bonds, Series 1970. Frank Medanich, of the First Southwest Company, the
City's financial advisors, opened the bids, as listed below, with the effective
interest rate shown.
First National Bank in Dallas and Associates 5.84057
Continental Illinois National Bank and Trust Co. of Chicago 5.98056
First Southwest Company, Dallas 5.97464
First National City Bank, New York City 5.9158
Republic National Bank of Dallas and Associates 5.7697
The meeting was recessed until the regular meeting time of 2:30 P.M.
The meeting was re-convened at 2:30.
Frank Medanich reported that all bids had been checked, and were correct. He
recommended award of the bid to Republic National Bank of Dallas, and Associates, at
an effective interest rate of 5.7697%. He stated that he thought that the bid was
extremely good.
Moved by Alderman Wills that the bid of Republic National Bank of Dallas, and
Associates, be accepted as recommended.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried unanimously.
Item 3
Moved by Alderman Schenk that the minutes of the meeting held March 3, 1970, be
approved.
Motion seconded by Alderman Wills, and carried unanimously.
' Item 4
A _proposed ordinance was presented authorizing issuance of $2,000,000 General
Obligation Bonds. H. P. Hodge, Jr. , City Attorney, explained the provisions of the
ordinance.
,� ✓ ORDINANCE NO. 2576
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
Moved by Alderman Taylor that Ordinance No. 2526 be passed.
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Item 4 Cont'd.
Motion seconded by Alderman Wills, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 5
i/ Mayor Hill opened the public hearing on the 1970 Street Reconstruction program.
Lee Sellers, Attorney, 1300 City National Building, appeared as a representative
of Bobby Burns. He stated that Mr. Burns had been assessed for curb and gutter, drive-
way, and sidewalk, but that he was only protesting the sidewalk assessment amounting
to $2,569.00, and he does not feel it will benefit his property in that amount. He
further stated that this sidewalk (1490 feet in length) would be of no utility to his
household. lie stated that there are no sidewalks on Lake Park Drive, at Funland, or
Weeks Park Golf Course. Mr. Sellers requested that if the City desired to install
this sidewalk on Mr. Burns' property, that it do so at its own expense. Mr. Lillard
explained that there is not sufficient right-of-way on the east side of the street
to construct sidewalks; however, at such time as development takes place then the
owner would be required to dedicate enough right of way for construction of side-
walks. City Manager Gerald Fox stated that although there are no other sidewalks
in that area, they were not required when the subdivision was built. They have been
required since 1968.
Mr. Sellers presented a report to the City Clerk from Mr. Healy regarding en-
hancement of this property. Alderman Lambert secured the report from the City Clerk.
Mr. Lillard further explained that no assessment is being made for street paving.
Also, that before any building permit could be issued on the east side of the street,
that sidewalk would be required, and dedication of enough land to build it. Mr.
Sellers stated that considering the pecularities of this property, that sidewalks
would not enhance the value of the property at all. Aldermen Wills, Lambert, and
Darner questioned the sidewalk requirement at this location.
Buford Rice, 4104 Emerson, appeared in regard to paving reconstruction on Beverly
Drive at the Beverly Drive-In Restaurant. Mr. Lillard explained that the curb pres-
ently in existence would be left, but pavement would be removed and new pavement in-
stalled; however, he would not be charged for it. lie will be charged for sidewalks
and curb and gutter where there is not now any in existence. Drive approaches will
also be assessed. Mr. Rice stated that he could not see any benefits from it, and
objected to paying for it.
Fred Mitchell, 709 Loban, appeared asking that sidewalks be deleted in order
that they may have a wider street. He explained that a 40-foot street did not leave
much room for sidewalks, and that he was primarily interested in a wide street. He
statdd that he would be willing to give extra right-of-way for sidewalk construction,
although a financial situation would be involved. He later explained that several
cyclone fences would require moving. Mr. Lillard explained that in this location
they are doing the streets the only way possible. The area is so flat, and in order
to drain it they have to create a high point in the curb and gutter, and then stop.
(Only a portion of this area is being reconstructed this year, with the remaining
planned hopefully for next year).
E. D. Potter, representing Latter Day Saints Church (Manchester Street), stated
they were in favor of the paving.
L. E. Reeves, 703 Loban Lane, stated they were looking forward to the street im-
provement, but would like to maintain the 40-foot street width. Mr. Lillard stated
they would have to have a five foot easement on each side of the street in order to
obtain additional right-of-way for sidewalks.
Ernest Lillard, Director of Public Works, read a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Charles B.
Blair, 701 Loban, stating they were grateful for the proposed street improvement, but
requested that sidewalks be deleted; that they would serve no useful purpose at this
time.
G. J. Wachsman, 710 Powell, stated he is in favor of sidewalks.
Edwin H. Farris, 3116 Manchester, inquired whether a petition would serve any
purpose, either for or against sidewalks. Alderman Lambert stated it would not unless
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there were some special circumstance that would warrant deletion of sidewalks. City
Manager Gerald Fox explained that this project was .requested by the property owners in
this area, and the lack of drainage gave this project a higher priority. Mr. Farris
stated that the only part he objects to is sidewalks.
John Coppage, 1557 Hanover, who owns property at 750 Loban and also on Ross Avenue,
stated he is in favor of this reconstruction program.
Bill Black, 3119 Manchester, inquired where water would be drained. It was ex-
plained that a storm drain would be installed in the center of the street that would
drain it to the river. He also questioned the driveway approach assessment.
Mrs. William P. Staton, 2004 Huff, .stated that she and J. M. Green owned property
on Beverly Drive, and are pleased about the project. She inquired how soon payment
would be required because she would be out of town for a few weeks, and didn't want
to miss it. It was explained to her that it would be several months before payment
would be required.
John Bingham, 2610 Chase, appeared as owner of the property at 704 .Loban. He
objected to sidewalks. fie also stated he didn't know where the drainage would go.
No one else desired to be heard.
` ORDINANCE NO. 2577
ORDINANCE CLOSING HEARING AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR PART OF THE COST OF
IMPROVING BEVERLY DRIVE, LAKE PARK DRIVE, LOBAN LANE, MANCHESTER ROAD, POWELL
LANE AND ROSS AVENUE DESIGNATED AS THE 1970 RECONSTRUCTION PAVING PROGRAM, IN
THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, FIXING CHARGES AND LIENS AGAINST ABUTTING
PROPERTY THEREON, AND AGAINST THE OWNERS THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION
OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS AND THE ISSUANCE OF ASSIGNABLE CERTIFICATIONS IN EVIDENCE
THEREOF; RESERVING UNTO THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN THE RIGHT TO ALLOW CREDITS REDUCING
THE AMOUNT OF THE RESPECTIVE ASSESSMENT TO THE EXTENT OF ANY CREDIT GRANTED;
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THE ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE
CAPTION OF SAME IN THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS,
AND BY FILING THE ORDINANCE IN THE ORDINANCE RECORDS OF SAID CITY; PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE, PROVIDING SUNDRY MATTERS INCIDENT THERETO, AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Moved by Alderman Wills that Ordinance No. 2577 be passed, but that the staff be
directed to look into the property on Lake Park Drive, and the whole design of that
particular area.
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 6a
M. E. McCullough appeared concerning sidewalks in the 3300 block of Harrison.
He explained that those in the 3300 block would like to install a four-foot sidewalk
T' against the curb instead of a six-foot sidewalk. (The ordinance provides for either
Ja four-foot sidewalk one foot on the street side of the property line or a six-foot
sidewalk adjacent to the curb) . Mr. McCullough had previously explained in a letter
to the City Manager that the property line in this block is nineteen feet inside the
curb. It was his opinion that six feet is wider than necessary; also, that a narrower
sidewalk looks better.
J. R. Bradley, 3304 Harrison, inquired if their sidewalks would be disturbed by
other street construction in the area. It was explained that there would be no constr-
uction on Harrison in the Archer-Hamilton-Hampstead project.
Bill Martin, 3300 Harrison, stated that they had had some trouble with persons
using Martin Plaza, and expressed a desire that sidewalks not be installed.
Alderman Darner stated that in his opinion they were not serving any purpose of
sidewalks in this area.
Paul Herold, 3310 Harrison, stated that he does not like the looks of a six-foot
sidewalk, and requested consideration of a four-foot sidewalk at the curb, if they are
required to have one.
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Item 6a Cont'd.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that four-foot sidewalks at the curb be authorized in
the 3300 block of Harrison Street.
Motion seconded by Alderman Darner, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Alderman Wills, Taylor, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: Alderman Lambert
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Dr. P. K. Smith. 2110 Wenonah, appeared in regard to sidewalks on the Old
Seymour Road project, .and to save his trees. In an effort to assist Dr. Smith as
much as possible, the engineering department has proposed a three-foot offset in
alignment at Wenonah. Dr. Smith stated that he desired the center of the street
to be in the middle of the right-of-way line. He also requested that sidewalks
not be required on his side of the street in order to save his trees. Ile also
asked that the project be abandoned, or that widening be omitted between Santa Fe
and Colquitt. Alderman Wills inquired if there were any way to save these trees.
Mr. Lillard explained that they had studied it in every way. Even if sidewalk
were omitted, they would damage the root structure of the trees in installing
curb and gutter.
Moved by Alderman Lambert that the Seymour Road project be completed with the
requirement of four-foot sidewalks on both sides for the length of the project as
planned, with the changes made on the plat as shown.
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk.
Alderman Darner stated that in reconstruction programs, sidewalks are necessary
for continuity of the whole street, and in his opinion this is an entirely different
situation from the sidewalks previously discussed, and that he is not against the
sidewalk ordinance.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Hill, Aldermen Taylor, Lambert, and Schenk.
Nays: Aldermen Wills and Darner
Item 7a
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Mr. H. W. Fillmore appeared as Attorney for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company,
stating that the ordinance closing an alley in Block 92, Original Townsite, is
acceptable, and that deeds have been signed for purchase of land on either side of
the alley.
ORDINANCE NO. 2575
AN ORDINANCE PERMANENTLY ABANDONING THE ALLEY BETWEEN LOTS 1-8 AND LOTS
22-29 OF BLOCK 92 OF THE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE TO THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, AND RETAINING EASEMENT RIGHTS.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Ordinance No. 2575 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Wills, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
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A proposed ordinance was presented establishing parking meter zones on the east
side of the 1000 block of Travis Street.
/ / ORDINANCE NO. 2578
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 29-148 OF THE TRAFFIC ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, ESTABLISHING PARKING METER ZONES.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Ordinance No. 2578 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Lambert, and carried by the following vote:
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Item 7b Cont'd.
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
JItem 7c
9 A proposed ordinance was presented accepting improvements on certain streets in
the 1968 assessment paving program.
1 ORDINANCE NO. 2579
ORDINANCE ACCEPTING IMPROVEMENTS OF TEN (10) UNITS OF THE 1968 ASSESSMENT
PAVING PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, AS DESIGNATED IN ORD-
INANCES NO. 2408, NO. 2417, NO. 2423, AND NO. 2458; DECLARING THE CONTRACT
WITH R. 0. GREEN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, TIMMINS AND ANDERSON, WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SAID IMPROVEMENTS FULLY COMPLETED AND PERFORMED;
DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE, EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF CERTIFICATES IN EVIDENCE OF
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED AFTER GIVING EFFECT TO SUNDRY CREDITS HEREIN
AUTHORIZED AND ALLOWED AGAINST SOME OF SAID ASSESSMENTS; DIRECTING THE CITY
CLERK TO ENGROSS AND ENROLL THIS ORDINANCE BY COPYING THE CAPTION OF SAME
IN THE MINUTE BOOK OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS,
TEXAS, AND BY FILING THE COMPLETE ORDINANCE IN APPROPRIATE ORDINANCE RECORDS
OF SAID CITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Ordinance No. 2579 be passed.
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Motion seconded by Alderman Darner, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 8a
A proposed resolution was presented accepting improvements on Wenonah-Arthur-
Grant and Old Seymour Road drainage projects, and authorizing final payment to the
(J contractor.
RESOLUTION NO. 1052
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WHEREAS, the City of Wichtia Falls, as owner, and Zack Burkett Company as
Contractor, entered into a contract dated September 3', 1968, wherein said Contractor
agreed to construct Project Nos. 52-076A and 52-081, Old Seymour Road Drainage and
Wenonah-Arthur-Grant Drainage, of the 1967 Capital Improvements Program; and
WHEREAS, these Projects have been completed in accordance with the plans and
specifications; and,
WHEREAS, a final estimate has been furnished on such Projects, which shows the
total amount of work done as $310,119.46, all of which has been paid to said Contrac-
tor except the sum of $31,662.64, which is the balance now due on said contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The construction of such Project by said Contractor is accepted by the City of
Wichita Falls, the final estimate is approved, and the City Manager is directed to
pay to said Contractor the balance due as shown on such estimate.
Moved by Alderman Lambert that Resolution No. 1052 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 8b
( A proposed resolution was presented authorizing proposals to property owners on
,� Kell Freeway.
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Item 8b Cont'd.
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✓ RESOLUTION NO. 1053
WHEREAS, it is necessary to acquire the property hereinafter described for
construction of the listed projects in the 1967 Capital Improvements Program, and,
WHEREAS, such property has been appraised by independent appraisers employed
for this purpose by the Texas State Highway Department, and the amount of the state
approved value, as determined from the appraisals; has been studied by the Board of
Aldermen, and a copy is now in the possession of the Director of Public Works and/or
Assistant City Manager.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION NO. 1 The project and properties to be purchased by Warranty Deed are
as follows:
Kell Freeway - Project 52-071
Property
0.542 acre 6f land out of Block 4 4 5
S. R. Lodolphus S/D, William Mayer
Survey Abstract No. 193
Lot 7, Block 95-A
Highland Addition
Lot 3, Block 1
W. E. Wilson Addition
W. 100' of Lot 13, Block 93-A
Highland Addition
Lot 7, Block 72
Southland Addition
Lot 4, and W. 1/2 of Lot 3, Block 75
Southland Addition
Lot 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12, Block 73
Southland Addition
Lot 3, Block 73
Southland Addition
Lot 24, Block 61
Southland Addition
Part of Lot 8, Block 6
First H. W. Spivey Addition
Part of Lot 2, Block 67
Southland Addition
Part of Lots 1 and 2, Block C
Wyatt Southside Addition
All of Block 36
I. Jalonick Addition
Lot 1 and 2, Part of Lot 3,
Block 1, Elliott Addition
Part of Lots 4 and 5, Block 1
Elliott Addition
3.292 acre of land out of Block 4
D.E.S.L Survey Lg. 2, Abstract No. 57
Part of Lots 1 and 2, Block 105-A
Highland Addition
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Item 8b Cont'd.
Part of Lot 1, Block 2
W. E. Wilson Addition
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Lot 2, Block 2,
W. E. Wilson Addition
Lot 4, Block 2,
W. E. Wilson Addition
Lot 4, Block 1,
W. E. Wilson Addition
0.205 acre of land out of
William Mayer Survey Abs. 193
0.063 acre of land out of Block 12,
Bartosh S/D, William Mayer Survey A-193
Part of Lots 12 and 13, Block 93-A,
Highland Addition
Part of Lot 8, Block 92-A,
Highland Addition
Lots 5 and 6, Block 93-A,
Highland Addition
Lot 5, Block D,
Kemp, Kell and Joline Addition
N. 75' of .Lot 19, Block 17,
I. Jalonick Addition
N. 75' of Lot 20, Block 17,
I. Jalonick Addition
Part of Lot 1, Block 17,
I. Jalonick Addition, Vol. 1017, P. 14
1.855 acre of land out of part of
Block 13, J. Bartosh S.Div. Abs. 193
1.824 acre of land out of Block 14, J. Bartosh
S/D Abs. 193
1.554 acre of land out of Block 2,
J. Bartosh S/D Abs. 193
1.285 acre of land out of part of
Block 3, J. Bartosh S/D Abs. 193
0.982 acre of land out of Block 4,
J. Bartosh Subdivision Abs. 193
Combined total of values approved in. this resolution ---------------$325,060.00
SECTION NO. 2 The values of such properties are hereby approved and the City
Manager is hereby authorized to purchase in the name of the Texas State Highway
Department, by Warranty Deed, such tracts of iand as shown on the project right-of-
way map. The authorized price to be paid for each tract is the State approved value
as determined from appraisals made by the independent real estate appraisers employed
by the Texas State Highway Department.
SECTION NO. 3 In the event the City Manager is unable to purchase any such
tract or tracts or such approved values, he is hereby authorized and directed to
cause to be instituted condemnation proceedings to obtain such tracts in the name
of the Texas State Highway Department.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Resolution No. 1053 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Lambert, and carried by the following vote:
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Item 8b Cont'd.
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
,l t Item 8c
A proposed resolution was presented authorizing purchase of the entire parcel
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of Lot 10, Block 5, H. W. Spivey Addition. Partial taking had previuosly been
authorized.
RESOLUTION NO. 1054
WHEREAS, it is necessary to acquire the property hereinafter described for
construction of the Kell Freeway, Project 52-071 under the 1967 Capital Improvements
Program, and,
WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 1036, passed and approved by the Board of Aldermen
of the City of Wichita Falls on February 17, 1970, the appraised value of $5,760.00
was approved for the partial taking of Lot 10, Block 5, of H. W. Spivey Addition,
and,
WHEREAS, the appraised value for the whole taking of Lot 10, Block 5 of H. W.
Spivey Addition is $6,850.00 and,
WHEREAS, the owner of Lot 10, Block 5 of H. W. Spivey Addition desires to sell
the entire parcel at the appraised value.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The appraised value of Lot 10, Block 5, H. W. Spivey Addition in the amount of
$6,850.00 is hereby approved and the City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase,
in the name of the City of Wichita Falls, by Warranty Deed, said Lot 10, Block 5
of H. W. Spivey Addition. The Mayor is authorized to transfer title to the Texas
State Highway Department, by Warranty Deed, that portion of Lot 10, Block 5 of
H. W. Spivey Addition required for right-of-way for the Kell Freeway Project. The
Mayor is further authorized to sell, through competitive bidding, the remainder of
Lot 10, Block 5, of H. W. Spivey Additiou.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Resolution No. 1054 -be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Darner, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 8d & e
Jerry Dunn, Assistant City Manager requested authority for the City Manager to
enter into contracts frith BASYS, Inc. , in the amount of $1,018,967, and with the
University of Kansas in the amount of $721,388, for development of an integrated
municipal information system.
i/ RESOLUTION NO. 1055
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 1051, the Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita
Falls approved a certain contract between the City of Wichita Falls and the United
States, providing for the development of an integrated municipal information system;
and,
WHEREAS, such contract provides that the City will enter into a subcontract with
BASYS, Inc. to secure its participation in such project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF
WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
That certain contract between the City of Wichita Falls and BASYS, Inc. , pro-
viding for the latter's participation in the development of the integrated municipal
information system is hereby approved, and the City Manager is authorized to execute
the same for the City of Wichita Falls.
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Item 8d $ e Cont'd.
Moved by Alderman Darner that Resolution No. 1055 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
✓ J RESOLUTION NO. 1056
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 1051, the Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita
Falls approved a certain contract between the City of Wichita Falls and the United
States, providing for the development of an integrated municipal information system;
and,
WHEREAS, such contract provides that the City will enter into a subcontract with
the University of Kansas to secure its participation in such project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
That certain contract between the City of Wichita Falls and the University of
Kansas, providing for the latter's participation in the development of the integrated
muncipal information system is hereby approved, and the City Manager is authorized to
execute the same for the City of Wichita Falls.
Moved by Alderman Darner that Resolution No. 1056 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Aldermen Wills, Taylor, Lambert, Darner, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 9
Only one bid was received for concession rights at Spudder and Scotland Parks
and Coyote Stadium. Mr. C. Leonard Walton submitted a lump sum bid of $600.00 for
Spudder and Scotland Parks, and a bid of 15% of gross sales for Coyote Stadium. Lloyd
Rigby, Director of Parks and Recreation, recommended award of the bids to Mr. Walton.
Moved by Alderman Wills that the bids be awarded as recommended.
Motion seconded by Alderman Lambert, and carried unanimously.
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Item l0a
Ernest Lillard, Director of Public Works, requested permission to advertise for
bids for Hampstead-Taft and Kell Freeway outfall drainage projects.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that authority be granted to advertise for bids as
requested.
Motion seconded by Alderman Wills, and carried unanimously.
'f Item 10b
Permission was requested by Ben Shelton, Director of General Services, to advertise
for bids for an estimated annual supply of chemicals for the vector control program
conducted by the Health Department.
Moved by Alderman Darner that authority be granted to advertise for chemicals
/ for vector control.
Motion seconded by Alderman Wills, and carried unanimously.
Item 10c
Jerry Dunn, Assistant City Manager, requested permission to advertise for bids
on furniture and equipment for the Information Systems. Project. He explained that all
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Item 10c Cont'd.
this furniture and equipment will be funded by the USAC Project; however, it will be
purchased through our purchasing office, and thus permission is requested to advertise
for bids on these items.
Moved by Alderman Taylor that authority be granted to advertise for bids as re-
quested.
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Motion seconded by Alderman Lambert, and carried unanimously.
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�� Item 10d
i Dr. Charles M. Parker, Director of Health Unit, requested permission to advertise
j � for bids on furniture and equipment for the new health unit which is not already
- involved in the construction contract.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that authority be granted to advertise for bids as
requested.
Motion seconded by Alderman Lambert, and carried unanimously.
Item Ila
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+� Mr. V. L. Proffer, 3501 Cumberland, appeared in regard to assessment paving costs.
He stated that he did not think it fair to bill them for front foot cost when it was
on side footage. Mr. Lillard recommended that the entire lot be assessed as side
footage. Normal assessment policy would be to allow the side lot rate for a maximum
of 200 feet, and front rate for any distance in excess of 200 feet. Since a deed
restriction prohibits these property owners from re-subdivision of their property,
it is recommended that their entire lot be considered as side lot. Other property
owners affected are Wilma S. Davy, 3500 Cumberland, Theresa Pardo, 3314 Cumberland,
and Jerry W. Brumbalow, 2190 Avenue 0. Each property owner's original assessment was
41,095.23, and Mr. Lillard recommended an adjusted assessment in the amount of $907.05.
Moved by Alderman Darner that the recommended adjustment be made.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor, and carried unanimously.
Item llb & c
Jimmy Horany, Attorney for the Bowman Community, appeared in regard to a rural
e water system. He explained that the type and size of pipe requested by the City is
what they are primarily in disagreement with. lie stated that some city parks had
used PVC type of pipe, with two-inch lines. Alderman Wills clarified that this was
used for sprinkler systems. Ile stated they would like to use 4 and 2 inch pipe. There
was considerable discussion on the amount of money which they could obtain from HUD
for this project. Mr. Horany stated they were not objecting to another type of pipe
if HUD would approve another rate structure, or come across with some more money. fie
suggested that perhaps they could apply to HUD for additional funds.
Paul Sorenson, Chairman of the Bowman Community, stated that by changing the rate
structure, it would make it almost financially impossible to construct.
Ernest Lee, Engineer for this project, stated that he believed they could satisfy
the water department staff regarding the pipe.
RESOLUTION NO. 1057
WHEREAS, the present policy of providing water and sewer services outside the
city limits of Wichita Falls tends to encourage non-standard development in our extra-
territorial jurisdiction; and,
WHEREAS, any policies, or lack of policies, which foster improper development
on the periphery of the city stand as clear threat to proper growth and maintenance
of land values; and,
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of Texas established extraterritorial
jurisdiction in the 1963 Municipal Annexation Act to insure that a city would have
certain controls on the development of areas adjacent to the city which would eventually
become a part of the city; and,
WHEREAS, it is now deemed advisable to require development outside the city limits
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Item llb & c Cont'd.
to be compatible with current development policies in Wichita Falls before water and
sewer services are provided; and,
WHEREAS, Resolutions No. 617 and 693 are no longer applicable and, therefore,
should be superseded.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
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SECTION 1. The following policy shall be established to govern the sale of water
and sewer services outside the city limits of Wichita Falls:
1. New develo meet outside incorporated cities but .within the 5-mile extra-
territorial jurisdiction of Wichita Falls. These rules shall apply to su -
divisions within the 5-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City of
Wichita Falls. The developments should comply with the Subdivision Regulations,
Building Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code and any other ordinance or reg-
ulation which applies within the City of Wichita Falls. As indicated by the
Subdivision Regulations, the size of the extended mains would be determined
by the ultimate development of the area, not just the initial development.
The minimum monthly price for such water, taps and deposits shall be twice
the amount for the established minimum and other quantities of water for a
similar service in the city limits. Cost of water main construction shall be
borne by the developer and all mains shall become the property of the City of
Wichita Falls. If reasonably available, sewer service shall also be provided.
2. Incorporated Cities. The following guidelines shall apply to the sale of
water to incorporated cities:
a. Water shall be sold to incorporated cities or towns only when it is
advantageous both to Wichita Falls and to the other city or town.
b. Any city or town buying water from the City of Wichita Falls shall
not resell any of such water to users outside their city limits unless
specifically authorized to do so by the City of Wichita Falls.
c. Such city or town shall furnish adequate facilities at the proper
place and in the proper, size to receive, store and distribute the water.
d. The minimum monthly price for such water shall be based on a minimum
quantity of water per month, and will be the monthly demand charge based
on the maximum day's use in the current month and the preceding eleven
(11) months. The usual monthly charge will be the commodity charge plus
demand charge or a one or two step flat rate based on the cost of water
plus an additional percentage with a monthly minimum based on the number
of water meters.
e. Each contract providing for the sale of water to a city or town shall
contain a provision governing situations when water is in short supply,
and other such provisions as are deemed advisable by the. Board of Aldermen.
f. The water so sold may be either treated water or untreated water.
g. The incorporated city shall either provide an air-gap at the point of
connection to the Wichita Falls system or make a minimum payment of cost
plus a percentage for any effort required from the City of Wichita Falls to
help the incorporated city comply with the standards of Texas Department
of Health, Article 4477-1 Vernon's Annotated Civil Statute and provisions
of Article VIII of Chapter 23 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Wichita Falls entitled, "Water Supply and Distribution".
h. In addition to water service, sewer service shall be provided if
reasonably available.
3. Rural Water Systems in Uninco orated Areas. Within the Wichita Falls extra-
territorial jurisdiction these facilities should conform to City specifications.
New developments using these facilities should comply with Paragraph 1 above.
Existing development shall conform to Paragraph 3g stated below.
a. Water shall be sold to rural water systems only when it is advantageous
both to Wichita Falls and the rural water system.
b. Any rural water system buying water from the City of Wichita Falls shall
not resell any of such water to users outside of their original system, un-
less specifically authorized to do so by the City of Wichita Falls.
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c. Such rural water system shall furnish adequate facilities at the
proper place and in the proper size to receive, store and distribute
the water.
d. The price for such water will be the established rates to single
consumers in Wichita Falls plus an additional percentage or a one or
two step flat rate based on the cost of water plus an additional per-
centage with a monthly minimum based on the number of water meters.
e. Each contract providing for the sale of water to a rural water
system shall contain a provision governing situations when water is in
short supply, and other such provisions as are deemed advisable by the
Board of Aldermen.
f. The water so sold may be either treated water or untreated water.
g. Rural water systems shall either provide an air-gap at the point of
connection to the Wichita Falls system or make a minimum payment of cost
plus a percentage for any effort required from the City of Wichita Falls
to help the rural water system comply with the standards of Texas Depart-
ment of Health, Article 4477-1 Vernon's Annotated Civil Statute and pro-
visions of Article VIII of Chapter 23 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Wichita Falls entitled, "Water Supply and Distribution".
h. All plans and specifications for the system or further extensions
shall be approved by the Director of Public Utilities.
i. In addition to water service, sewer service shall be provided if
reasonably available.
4. Individual Owners. For single tracts contiguous to the city limits or
contiguous to a water main which the City of Wichita Falls has extended out-
side the city limits for its benefit, the extensions shall be made to city
specifications at the owner's cost and all mains shall become property of the
City. The minimum monthly price for such water, taps and deposits shall be
twice the amount charged for the established minimum and other quantities of
water for a similar service connection in the city limits. If reasonably
available, sewer service shall also be provided.
SECTION 2. Resolutions No. 617 and No. 693 and any other resolutions, or portions
thereof, in conflict herewith, are hereby repealed.
Moved by Alderman Wills that Resolution No. 1057 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Taylor.
Alderman Lambert stated that he is in disagreement with that part of the resolution
having to do with rural water systems of unincorporated cities insofar of plastic pipe
grades - Section 10 Parts 1 and 3. Alderman Wills stated that this policy is a good
one in the long run.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Hill, Aldermen Wills, Taylor, and Darner
Nays: Aldermen Lambert and Schenk
Alderman Wills requested that a study be made of the Plumbing Code regarding pipe.
Item lld
Moved by Alderman Wills that water reimbursement contract payments in the amount
of $3,587.81, and sewer reimbursement contract payments in the amount of $932.14, be
approved in a total amount of $4,519.95, as follows:
Skyline Dev. Inc. , Water, Fountain Park, Section 1-A from January 1969, to
January 1970; $1,905.22
Eden Hills Development Company, Water, East Eden Hills, Sections A and Al,
Exhibit A, from January 13, 1969, to January 13, 1970; $1,682.59
Eden Hills Development Company, Sewer, East Eden Hills, Sections A and Al,
Exhibit A. from January 13, 1969, to January 13, 1970; $369.47
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Douglas Leffall and L. R. Bloodworth, Sewer, Leffall Heights Addition from
February 8, 1969, to February 8, 1970; $108.57
Meadow Lake Company, Sewer, Meadow Lake Addition, Section B, from January 30,
1969, to January 30, 1970; $454.10
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried unanimously.
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i N Ernest Lillard, Director of Public Works, presented a request from Conoco Oil
f i Company for access to Kell Boulevard at McNiel. After a study of this request by
Public Works and Planning, it is recommended that access be permitted subject to the
following conditions.
1. Construction of a 12 foot deceleration lane at least 400 feet
in length and connecting from the west most entrance on to McNiel
Avenue. Plans and specifications to be approved by the City Engineer.
2. Reconstruct the drainage structure under Kell Boulevard to provide
at least 10 feet from the edge of the new paving to the structure.
3. Provide access easements where necessary to widen existing right-of-way
for the improvements required herein.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that the request be granted as set out in the
recommendations.
Motion seconded by Alderman Wills, and carried unanimously.
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C ; Weldon C. Franklin, Director of Planning and Traffic, requested permission to sell
surplus city-owned property known as the south half of Lot 17, Block 62, Original
Townsite. This land is located east of the Lincoln Street railroad overpass.
Moved by Alderman Darner that authority be granted to advertise for bids on
surplus city property off Lincoln Street.
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r Moved by Alderman Schenk that the contract be directed to construct four-foot side-
walks next to the curb near the property of Charlye 0. Farris on Duncan Street, and
that other facilities be placed in the same condition that it was before.
Alderman Taylor stated that apparently she feels that if sidewalks were installed
then she would not have the same access to her property as before - also, that the
appearance might not be the same. lie further stated that he did not think they would
install the sidewalk and not put her property back in proper condition.
City Attorney H. P. Hodge, Jr. stated that she had restrained the City from con-
structing the sidewalk; that two lawsuits had been tried, and two judgments rendered
in our favor. She asked the Court for suspension of the judgment in order for her to
appeal it. tie further stated that he believed her time for appeal had about run out,
and as soon as it does the City can proceed with the building of the sidewalk.
The motion died for lack of a second.
✓ Mayor Hill announced that this is the last official meeting for Aldermen Kruger
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and Schenk, and expressed his pleasure of having served with both of them.
Moved by Alderman Wills that the meeting be adjourned.
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried unanimously.
The Board of Aldermen adjourned at 6:05 P.M.
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PASSED AND APPROVED this SZ`1,1 day of 1970.
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-Lity Clerk