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Wichita Falls, Texas
Memorial Auditorium Building
April 8, 1968
Items 1 4 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 7:30
o'clock P.M. , with the following members present :
R. C. Rancier Mayor
James M. Davis X
Leroy Daniel X
Max Kruger X
Cletus C. Schenk X
Jack Davis City Manager
H. P. Hodge, Jr. City Attorney
Wilma J. Thomas City Clerk
The invocation was given by Alderman Daniel.
Mayor Rancier welcomed the visitors which were present.
Item 3
Moved by Alderman Kruger that the minutes of the meeting held March 25, 1968,
be approved.
motion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried unanimously, including the
Mayor.
Item 4a
John J. Roark, Director of Public Works, presented a proposed ordinance declaring
the necessity of paving some 66-70 blocks, along with three projects under the 1967
Capital Improvements Program. There are also 25 locations of leave-out sections
listed. It is anticipated that bids can be received on June 7, 1968, for these pro
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/ ORDINANCE NO. 2408
AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE NECESSITY FOR TF'E ORDERING AND PROVIDING
FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF PORTIONS OF AVENUES, STREETS, AND PUBLIC PLACES
IN THE CITY OF IVICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, DESIGNATED AS THE 1968 ASSESSMENT
PAVING PROGRAM, DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PREPARE PLANS AND SPECI-
FICATIONS THEREFOR AND PROVIDING SUNDRY OTHER MATTERS INCIDENT THERETO.
Moved by Alderman Davis that Ordinance No. 2408 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Kruger, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Rancier, Aldermen Davis, Daniel, Kruger, and Schenk
Nays: None
V Item �5a
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A proposed resolution was presented, approving a water contract with Pleasant
Valley. City Manager Jack Davis pointed out one change (Term of Contract) in the
contract, which deletes the requirement that the City give Town 60 days written
notice before cancelling the contract for non-payment of their bill. Sale price
of the water is set out in the contract at thirty-five cents per 100 cubic feet
for a maximum of 66,700 cubic feet . Any water over this amount would be sold for
thirty cents per 100 cubic feet.
RESOLUTION NO. 797
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF IVICHITA FALLS, TEXAS,
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That certain water purchase contract between the City of Wichita Falls and the
town of Pleasant Valley dated the 9th day of April, 1968, is hereby approved, and
the Mayor is authorized to execute the same for the City of Wichita Falls.
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Item 5a cont'd
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Resolution No. 797 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Daniel, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Mayor Rancier, Aldermen Davis, Daniel, Kruger, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 5b
An agreement between the City and IDI was read in full by Mayor Rancier, and
a resolution was presented authorizing approval of this contract settlement.
RESOLUTION NO. 798
THAT:BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDEW-JEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS,
That certain agreement dated April 3, 1968 between the City of Wichita Falls
and Industrial Development, Inc. concerning reimbursement for part of the cost of
constructing certain water and sewer facilities to serve Expressway Last Indust-
rial District is hereby approved, and either the Mayor or the City Manager is
authorized to execute the same for the City.
Moved by Alderman Daniel that Resolution No. 798 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Kruger, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Mayor Rancier, Aldermen Davis, Daniel, Kruger, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item Sc
A proposed resolution was presented approving appraisals to property owners
on Rosewood-Colorado street extension under the 1967 Capital Improvements Program
and authorizing condemnation proceedings if the City Manager is unable to purchase
any of the tracts for the appraised values.
RESOLUTION NO. 799
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 an independent appraiser emp-
loyed for this purpose by the City, and the amount of the appraisal has been
studied by the board of Aldermen, and is now in the possession of the Director of
Public Pork.
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 are as follows:
Rosewood-Colorado Street Project 52-077
Lot 9, Block 28,
Barwise-Jalonick Addition
Lot 8, Block 28,
Barwise-talonick Addition
East 47 Feet of Lot 4,
Block 281, Barwise I;
Jalonick Addition
North 2/3 of Lot 5,
Block 28, Barwise 4 Jalonick
Addition
Lot 1, Block 36,
Barwise U Jalonick Addition
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Item Sc cont'd
Lot 2, Block 36, Barwise
& Jalonick Addition
Portion of Lot 3, Block 36,
Barwise 4 Jalonick Addition
portion of Lot 4, Block 36,
Barwise & Jalonick Addition
Portion of Lot 7, Block 36,
Barwise & Jalonick Addition
Portion of South 1/3 of Lot 5,
Block 38, Barwise 4 Jalonick
Addition
Portion of Lots 3 & 4, Klock 28,
Barwise & Jalonick Addition
Combined total of appraisals approved in this resolution. $210300.00
Section No. 2 The appraised value of such properties are hereby approved and
the City Manager is hereby authorized to purchase, by warranty deed or by easement,
such tracts of land as shown on said right-of-way map. The authorized price to be
paid for each tract is the appraised value as determined by the independent real
estate appraiser employed by the City.
Section No. 3. In the event the City "tanager is unable to purchase any such
tract or trac� t�s o-r such appraised values, he is hereby authorized and directed to
cause to be instituted condemnation proceedings to obtain such tracts.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that Resolution No. 799 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Davis, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Mayor Rancier, Aldermen Davis, Daniel, Kruger, and Schenk
Nays: None
Item 5d
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This item regarding appraisals on Health Unit site was not considered.
y ✓ Ite` m 6a
A tabulation of bids received on traffic signal equipment was presented, and
award recommended as follows:
a. Signal Controller - Signal Engineering Co. $ 1,600.00
b. Signal Poles - Jack Hulett Sales, Inc. 50994.00
C. Detectors - Econolite 2,940.00
d. Signal Beads - Econolite 5,933.30
Total $l6f467.SU
Moved by Alderman Kruger that the four bids as recommended be awarded for traffic
signal equipment.
Motion seconded by Alderman Daniel, and carried unanimously, including the
Mayor.
Item 6b
Bid opening was postponed on the platform scales for the Sanitation Department;
therefore, no action could be taken at this time.
Item 7
/ Permission was requested to advertise for hids on the following estimated annual
quantities of chemicals for water purification.
a. Sodium Ilexametaphosphate 100,000 lbs.
+ b. Ferrous Sulfate 580,000 lbs.
c. Silicate of Soda 464,000 lbs.
1 680 tons
d. Quick Lime 0
Item 7 cont'd
Moved by Alderman Schenk that authority be granted to advertise for chemicals
as requested.
Motion seconded by Alderman Kruger, and carried unanimously, including the
Mayor.
Item 8
A review of the sidewalk waiver request by IV. S. Duke was requested by Alderman
Kruger, who stated that he felt the Council had done this man an injustice in re-
quiring the sidewalks. Ile then moved that the previous order requiring the side-
walks be recinded, and grant the waiver for sidewalks on all sides of his property.
Motion seconded by Alderman Schenk.
Alderman Daniel felt that since Mr. Duke had agreed to install sidewalks on �
Armory Road, this part should not be waived. Alderman Davis also felt that the
sidewalk should be installed on Armory Road because there is a great deal of school
traffic there.
Mr. IV. S. Duke appeared, thanking the Council for their time and interest in
his problem. lie explained that the only other sidewalk in that area was across the
street on one piece of property, and that he preferred not to build any sidewalks
at this time, but would be willing to install them at such time that the City
determined it was necessary, and that he would give the City a letter to that
effect.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Aldermen Davis, Daniel, Kruger, and Schenk
Nays: Mayor. Rancier
Item 9
?Moved by Alderman Kruger that the following water reimbursement contract payments
in the amount of $4,248.61, and sewer reimbursement contract payments in the amount
of $2,100.89 be approved for a total amount of $6,349.50, as follows.
Robert Seabury Real Estate, Water, University Park Addition, Section S-T-T-1
from March 1, 1967, to March 1, 1968; $281.61
Robert M. Puckett, Water, East Eden Hills, Section A-2 and A-3 of Exhibit A,
from ;March 9, 1967, to March 9, 1968; $328.47
International Paper Company, Water, Southwinds Estate Addition, Section 1,
from March 1, 1967, to March 1, 1968; $3,622.31
Titus Mitchell, Water, Mitchell Subdivision from ;larch 1, 1967, to March 1,
1968; $16.22
Robert Seabury Real Estate, Sewer, University Park Addition, Section S-T-T-1
from March 1, 1967, to March 1, 1968; $903.29
Robert M. Puckett, Sewer, East Eden Hills, Section A-2 and A-3 of Exhibit A,
from March 9, 1967, to March 9, 1968; $85.71
C. W. L. DennLS, Sewer, North Indian Heights Addition from March 1, 1967,
to March 1, 1968; $78.57
University Park Corporation, Sewer, University Park Subdivision Section A-4
from March 1, 1967, to March 1, 1968; $110.49 ,
International Paper Company, Sewer, Southwinds Estate Addition, Section 1,
from March 1, 1967, to I-larch 1, 1968; $885.92
Titus Mitchell, Sewer, Mitchell Subdivision from March 1, 1967, to i`larch 1,
1968; $36.91
LMotion seconded by Alderman Schenk, and carried unanimously, including the
Mayor.
V Items 0
At this time the vote was canvassed for the municipal election held April 2, 1968,
for Mayor and aldermen. Upon completion of same, a resolution was presented for
approval.
RESOLUTION NO. 800
A RESOLUTION CANVASSING RETURNS OF THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, APRIL 2, 1968, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING MAYOR
AND ALDERMEN FOR POSITIONS NO. 1 AND NO. 2 (UNEXPIRED TERMS) AND POSITIONS
NO. 4, NO. 5 AND NO. 6.
WHEREAS, at a regular meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Wichita
Falls, Texas, held in the Memorial Auditorium Building on the 8th day of April, A.D.
1968, at which time a _quorum was present, came on to be considered the returns of the
municipal election held on the 2nd day of April, A.D. 1968, for the purpose of electing
Mayor and Aldermen for Positions No. 1 and No. 2 (unexpired terms) and Positions No. 4
and No. 6; and,
WHEREAS. after canvassing the returns of said election, it was found to be duly
and legally held in all respects, and there were cast at said election 12,130 votes
for the election of Mayor and five Aldermen; and that
FOR MAYOR:
Glenn E. Tedford received 2,535 votes
Kenneth Hill received 6,574 votes
K. C. Spell received 2,964 votes
Write-in votes 11
FOR ALDERMAN POSITION 1 : (UNEXPIRED TERM)
Ken flays received 4,021 votes
Don Wills received 7,847 votes
Write-in votes 7
FOR ALDERMAN, POSITION 2 : (UNEXPIRED TERM)
Boyd A. McQuerry received 2,056 votes
Doyle Davis received 2,216 votes
Harrison E. Taylor received 7,684 votes
Write-in votes 0
FOR ALDERMAN, POSITION 4:
Dick Darner received 70274 votes
Bill J. Rowland received 2,227 votes
Manning Stires received 21429 votes
Write-in votes 3
FOR ALDERMAN, POSITION 5:
Max Kruger received 11,679 votes
Write-in votes 108
FOR ALDERMAN POSITION 6:
Cletus C. Schenk received 11,638 votes
Write-in votes 98
AND, it appearing that Kenneth Hill received the greatest number of votes cast
at said election for Mayor; Don Wills received the greatest number of votes cast at
said election for Alderman, Position 1 (Unexpired term) ; that Harrison E. Taylor
received the greatest number of votes cast at said election for Alderman, Position
2 (unexpired term) ; that Dick Darner received the greatest number of votes cast at
said election for Alderman, Position 4 ; that Max Kruger received the greatest number
of votes cast at said election for Alderman, Position 5; and that Cletus C. Schenk
recieved the greatest number of votes cast at said election for Alderman, Position 6;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF WICHITA
FALLS, TEXAS, that Kenneth Hill was duly and legally elected Mayor of the City of
Wichita Falls, Texas, and that Don Wills, Harrison E. "Taylor, Dick Darner, Max Kruger
and Cletus C. Schenk were duly and legally elected Aldermen of the City of Wichita
Falls, Texas, at said election, and that said election was in all respects legally
held in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the Charter and Ordinances
of the City of Wichita Falls.
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Item 10 cont'd
iloved by Alderman Schenk that Resolution No. 800 be passed.
Motion seconded by Alderman Daniel, and carried by the following vote:
Ayes : Mayor Rancier, Aldermen Davis, Daniel, Kruger, and Schenk
;Nays: None
Mayor Rancier congratulated all those elected to the office of mayor and aldermen
of the City of IVichita Falls, stating they will find it an interesting and rewarding
experience, and an outstanding opportunity to render service to the City. fie
expecially noted Mr. Harrison E. Taylor's election, the first negro to be elected
to the Board of Aldermen. He stated that Mr. Taylor was a well qualified man, and
the fact that he carried all but four votes in his own box shows the high regard his
people have for him. fie stated that he was proud of the City of Wichita Falls, and
all those who were elected. He also expressed appreciation for all City employees ;
for the fine staff. fie lauded City P,lanager Jack Davis for the progress he has made
in the City. He also expressed appreciation to Dr. Burross, one of the finest
aldermen who has ever served in the City of Wichita Falls. lie also expressed his
pleasure for having served as mayor the past two years, and for all those who have
accomplished and supported the growth of the City.
Alderman Daniel thanked the citizens of Wichita Falls for the opportunity of
serving these past four years; that he has a feeling of accomplishment in helping
the city to go forward. He thanked his family and employees for their support.
fie stated that communication was so important, and thanked the newspaper, radio,
and television stations for their role. fie also lauded the staff of the City
of Wichita Falls as the finest in the state or nation, and stated that Jack Davis
is the finest City Manager this city has ever had. Ile pledged support to the new
council.
City �=fnager Jack Davis expressed deep appreciation for their remarks on be-
half of himself and the staff.
At this time the oath of office was administered to Kenneth Hill by Mr. Rancier
as the new mayor, who in turn called all the newly elected aldermen forward, and
administered the oath of office to them.
Mayor Hill and each of the aldermen introduced his family and friends, each
expressing appreciation and pleasure for the opportunity to serve. Tribute was
paid to Mr. Rancier and Mr. Daniel by their fellow councilmen, and Mayor bill, who
said a simple "thankyou" and asked God's blessings upon them in the years to come.
Mayor Hill also asked for the prayers of the citizens on behalf of himself and the
Council for the best decisions, and the courage and strength to follow through,
stating he looked forward to the next two years of service.
f Mayor Hill recommended the appointment of Cletus Schenk as Mayor Pro tem.
Moved by Alderman Davis that Alderman Schenk be appointed Mayor Pro tem.
Motion seconded by Alderman Kruger, and carried unanimously.
Moved by Alderman Schenk that the meeting be adjourned.
Motion seconded by Alderman Kruger, and carried unanimously.
The Board of Aldermen adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
PASSED AND APPROVED this &,day of z 1968.
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