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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-06-29 Special Meeting � � ; � #. � CITY OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS � AGENDA SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 1976 AT 7 :30 P.M. ' fi COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 413 MAIN ST. i � � � � I. CALL TO ORDER � � II. INVOCATION - Councilman David Florence � � � € III. CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES (June 22, 1976) � � IV. OLD BUSINESS � � k City Council to consider an amendment to the Municipal ? Court Ordinance. i � � V. NEW BUSINESS � t A. City Council to consider authorizing the City �� Staff to construct a sewer line to accommodate � LaPaloma Estates. t � i B. City Council to consider a resolution in regard � to Southwest Airline flights to and from the � North Central Texas Area. § C. City Council to consider an American Cancer Fund � cleanup campaign. � � , � R D. City Council to recess to the Conference Room to i discuss personnel, the purchase of real estate, � and pending litigation persuant to Article 6252-17, � Section 2, (e) , (f) , and (g) , Texas Civil Statutes. � � � E. City Council to return to the Council Chambers; � Council may or may not take action on the above � ' items. � ,; � F. Adjournment � i IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 6252-17, V.A.T.C.S. , AS I AMENDED BY CHAPTER 227, ACTS OF THE 61ST LEGISLATURE, � REGULAR SESSION, THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING � AGENDA WAS PREPARED AND POSTED ON THIS THE 25TH DAY � OF JUNE, 1976 AT 11:00 A.M. � � � � � � : � € � CIT SEC AR � ; ; � � � � � � � � # 4 € Y � � � 3! 1 � i � � € : � ; � CITY OF GRAPEVINE `" EMERGENCY AGENDA ITEM � SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING ; TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 1976 AT 7:30 P.M. � . t i V. NEW BUSINESS � G. City of Grapevine to upgrade the water system in '`' � Odell Court to provide adequate water supply. � Estimated cost is $15,000. ' s € � � S t !' � � 1 , p This emergency agenda item has been placed on the City f Council Agenda as immediate action is necessary to in- sure the health, safety, and general welfare of the ' ; citizens of Grapevine, Texas. IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 6252-17 V.A.T. C.S. , AS AMENDED " BY CHAPTER 227, ACTS OF THE 61ST LEGISLATURE, REGULAR SESSION, 1969, THIS EMREGENCY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA WAS PREPARED AND POSTED ON THIS THE 29TH DAY OF JUNE, 1976 j k AT 9:00 A.M. n � � ' CITY SEC ARY � i � � �. E � s i ( � ; 4 i s � � i s � , l ; I i � F 7 STATE OR TEXAS � COUNTY OR TARRANT � CITY OF' GRAPEVINE � The City Council of the City of Grapevine, Texas convened in special session at 7:40 P.M. on this the 29th day of June, 1976 with the following members present to-wit: William D. Tate Mayor Doil Dalton Mayor Pro-tem Charles Gideon Councilman David Florence Councilman Larry Oliver Councilman Charles Dunn Councilman constituting a quorum with Willis Pirkle absent, with Rloy T. Ezell City Manager Jim Hancock Assistant City Mgr. . " Shirley Armstrong City Secretary Ben Brooks Acting City Attorney Mayor Tate called the meeting to order. The invocation was given by Councilman David Florence. The first order of business was for the City Council to consider an amendment to the Municipal Court Ordinance. The City Manager explained that the proposed ordinance amendment had been written by City Attorney, John Boyle. He further explained that the amendment ordinance simply creates the position of assistant city judge. Acting City Attorney, Ben Brooks stated that the assistant city judge, or associate municipal judge is a magistrate and will have the powers that come with that office. He further stated that the Council would have the authority to set the compensation. The City Manager commented that he had talked with City Judge, Dave Austin, and that he was in favor of having some assistance in arraigning prisoners and issuing warrants at night and on the weekends. He further stated that he had talked with Mr. , Floyd Gray and that he had expressed a desire to serve in the capacity of assistant city judge if it was the wish of the council. The City Manager commented that he and Mr. Gray had discussed a compensation of $200.00 per month or $10.00 per trip. The City Secretary then read the caption of the proposed ordinance. Councilman Dunn asked if it was the opinion of the City Manager that there would be as many as twenty calls per month. The City Manager answered that it was possible to have that many calls, but that it would depend on the number of times that City Judge Dave Austin was not available. Mayor Tate commented that in discussions with Judge Austin that he had indicated a strong will to continue to make as many arraignments as possible. Mayor Tate then stated that he felt it would be in the best in- terest of the city to pay the assistant city judge per arraign- ment trip rather than a set monthly salary of $200.00. Councilman Oliver made a motion to adopt the ordinance amending the present Municipal Court Ordinance. The motion was seconcled by Councilman Dunn and prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Gideon, Florence, Oliver, Dalton and Dunn. Nays: None Absent: Pirkle � ; � ORDINANCE # 76-20 � AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF ` GR.APEVINE, TEXAS BY REPEALING TITLE l, CHAPTER 16, � RELATING TO CORPORATION COURT JUDGE BY PROVIDING � FOR A MUNICIPAL COURT TO CONF'ORM TO STATE LAW AND �: THE CITY CHARTER; TO PROVIDE FOR THE A.PPOINTMENTS BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF A MUNICIPAL JUDGE AND AN ASSOCIATE MUNICIPAL JUDGE OR JUDGES; PROVIDING ROR � COMPENSATION; PROVIDING THAT THE JUDGE OR JUDGES SHALL SERVE AT THE WILL OF THE COUNIL; PROVIDING " � THE POWER AND AUTHORITY OF THE JUDGE OR JUDGES AND � DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. € � Mayor Tate then asked the city attorney if he advised the � Council to set the compensation for the assistant city judge � since it was not stated on the published agenda. Mr. Brooks { answered that the Council could go ahead and set the salary at present, and then ratify that action at the following council meeting. Councilman Dunn made a motion to compensate the assistant munici- � pal judge a rate of $10.00 per trip up to $200.00 per month. The ' motion was seconded by Councilman Gideon and prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Gideon, Florence, Oliver, Dalton, Dunn Nays: None Absent: Pirkle � The next order of business was for the City Council to consider g authorizing the City Staff to construct a sewer line to accomodate LaPaloma Estates. Mayor Tate commented that since the developer of LaPaloma was a relative, that he preferred to disqualify himself in regard to ; this agenda item. _ i 1 The City Manager explained that the city is proposing the exten- � sion of the sewer collecti on system f rom Dove Road northeast � along the Corps of Engineers property to LaPaloma Estates. He ; commented that this would require the construction of approximate- j ly 1900 feet of 10" sewer line. He further commented that eventually this line would be extended to the Hood Lane lift ; station and would elimirate the need for this station. He stated ; that the cost for the first 1900 feet is estimated to be $45,OU0. � ' He added that ti,is initial extension would serve the first two � phases of the LaPaloma Estates development; or approximately 100 residents. � � Councilman Dunn asked the City Manager if funds were available f for this project. Mr. Ezell answered that funds would have to ; be transferred from a fund that had been budgeted during the past � two years to pay for the water at Lake Grapevine. He further explained that the developer was required to pay a pro rata share of the cost. � � There was little other discussion and Mayor Pro-tem Dalton g stated that a motion was in order. " Councilman Gideon made a motion to authorize the City Staff to continue with plans and ask for bids on 1900 feet of 10" sewer line to accomodate LaPaloma Estates. Councilman Florence seconded the motion and it prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Dalton, Gideon, Florence, Oliver, and Dunn fl Nays: None Absent: Pirkle i � Abstain: Mayor Tate ; � € `s ! � s � �' The next order of business was for the City Council to consider a resolution in regard to Southwest Airline flights to and from the North Central Texas Area. The City Manager explained that he had received a proposed resolution from the City of ;�ort Worth in reference to Southwest Airlines. He further commented that the City Attorney had revised the resolution and that it was being presented at this time for consideration by the Council. Mayor Tate then asked the City Secretary to read the proposed Resolution. Councilman Oliver made a motion to adopt the proposed resolution. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gideon. Councilman Dalton commented that he felt that the adoption of the proposed resolution was in the best interest of the North Central Texas Area and certainly in the best interest of the City of Grapevine. The Mayor then stated that the main essence of the resolution was to notify the Texas Aeronautics Commission that the City ; of Grapevine desires to have all commercial flights scheduled into Da11as�Ft. Worth Rirport. Councilman Dunn asked if an attempt was being made to eliminate entirely the use of other airfields in the area. The City Manager answered that Southwest Airlines had made a request to the Texas Aeronautical Commission for routes to E1 Paso, Lubbock, Midland and Odessa. He further commented that if the Texas Aeronautical Commission grants permission for these additional flights , the proposed resolution recommends that these be scheduled from Da11as�Ft. Worth Regional Airport. There was little other discussion and Mayor Tate reminded the Council that a motion had already been made and seconded to adopt the proposed resolution. The motion prevailed by the following vote: Ayes: Tate, Gideon, Florence, Oliver, Dalton, a nd Dunn Nays: None Absent: Pirkle RESOLUTION NO. 76-17 A RESOLUTION RECOAM�IENDING THAT ALL SCHEDULED RLIGHTS TO AND FROM THE NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS AREA BE OPERATED TO AND FROM THE DALLAS�FORT WORTH AIRPORT. The next order of business was for the City Council to consider an American Cancer Fund cleanup campaign. Mayor Tate stated that he felt the Council needed to discuss a cleanup campaign in general, including a proposal by the American Cancer Society for a programed campaign. �, Mayor Tate then introduced Col. Jesse Woods, citizen, who expressed a desire to make a statement in regard to the clean up campaign. Mr. Woods expressed appreciation to the Council for allowing him to speak in regard to a subject which he felt ; very strongly about. He commented that cleanliness is not a priority thing, but simply action that should be taken before _, priorities are even considered. He commented that Grapevine is toured almost every day for possible business industry sites and that the appearance of the town had an adverse influence that is not necessary. Mr. Woods continued by pointing out that there are many things contributing to the appearnce of Grapevine, such � � Y I � $ as high weeds and grass , trash along streets & highways, and f unoperable vehicles. Mr. Woods suggested that some present ordinances be enforced to discourage litter, weeds, etc. � He concluded by saying that Grapevine is losing respect, f prestige, and probably business and industry because of the # appearance of the town. He stated that it was not his intent g to critize anybody, and he realized a cleanup campaign would ;' have to be a joint effort among all Grapevine citizens. Mr. £ Woods then thanked the Council for allowing him to speak. � �, Mayor Tate then recognized Mr. Aulton Mullendore, citizen. Mr. Mullendore commented that he concurred with all that Mr. Woods had said. He stated that as Chairman of the Tourist and ; Convention Bureau, he was responsible for conducting tours of � Grapevine and that many times there were things that he did ; not wish visitors to see. Mr. Mullendore then thanked the ; Council for granting him permission to speak. f i Mayor Tate then reported that he was in receipt of a letter '. f rom the American Cancer Society requesting Grapevine�s ` assistance in a County wide organized cleanup campaign with ; proceeds being donated to the cancer fund. He stated that he � felt each Council member should be given a copy of the factual � A sheet f rom the American Cancer Society for consideration at � the next meeting. Mayor Tate commented that he was in agree- ? ment �hat an organized cleanup campaign was needed. He further stated that it was obvious and tragic that various people had become so negligent in the management of their litter. He added that in order to get a campaign started, { tha.t an organized, agressive approach should be taken. Other Councilmen expresssed their agreement and concern in 3 regard to the need for a cleanup campaign. The City Mandger � stated that the City has been mowing the Stdte highway right- � of-ways (because of unavailable stdte funds) and also trying to maintain the City�s right-of-wdys. He continued by saying that there are numerous lots that the City has to mow because � the property owners won� t take an interest in the appearance. k He stated that the inspection department sends letters re- � questing that the lots be mowed, but many times the notice is � ignored. He added that because of this, the City has two or � three mowers busy all the time in an attempt to help the � appearance of the city, but that it is an almost impossible � task without some assistance from the citizens. � � � Mayor Tate then requested the City Manager to consider the � � previous discussion and prepare some suggestions for the next ' council meeting in regard to an effective clean up campaign. The next order of business was for the City Council to consider upgrading the water system in Odell Court to provide adequate � water supply to the residents in that area. � The City Manager explained that the City of Grapevine took over � the existing water system some years ago knowing that it was not � up to standard and that it would eventually have to be corrected. � Since then more houses have been built and the present lines � are too small to accomodate the water demand. Mr. Ezell further � stated that because of the incapacity of the lines , the residents ; of Odell Court had no water service at all yesterday. He added r that the problem had been temporarily corrected, but that an � emergency situation did exist. He acknowledged that a reputable � contractor had been contacted and the approximate cost would be $14,375.00. This line will cover about 1/2 of the area and will have to be completely looped at some future date. Mr. Ezell stated that because of the criticalness of the situation, that it would not be possible to take bids. �. � � � € � k }, 3. � , � r' ; a � r t Mayor Tate asked the City Attorney if there would be a problem in regard to not taking bids. Mr. Brooks answered ` that Article 2368 (a) requiring public bidding for contracts � over $2000 has an emergency provision in it to take care of � situations of this nature. He advised that the existing , situation was appropriate to be covered by that provision. � � There was little discussion and Councilman Dalton made a motion r � to accept the recommendation of the City Manager and approve ` construction of the proposed water line on an emergency basis. � The motion was seconded by Councilman Gideon and prevailed by �; the following vote: � z x Ayes: Tate, Gideon, Florence, Oliver, Dalton & Dunn � Nays: None � ° Absent: Pirkle � f � The next order of business was for the City Council to recess � to the Conference Room to discuss personnel, the purchase of = real estate, and pending litigation persuant to Article 6252-17, ' Section 2, (3) , (f) , and (g) , Texas Civil Statutes . � € � The Council readjourned in the Council Chambers at 11:05 P.M. � No action was taken in regard to items discussed during the closed session. i There being no further business to come before the Council, � Councilman Oliver made a motion to adjourn. The motion was i ' seconded by Councilman Dalton and prevailed by the following � vote: 4 Ayes: Tate, Gideon, Florence, Oliver, Dalton & Dunn z Nays: None Absent: Pirkle � -� The meeting was adjourned at 11:06 P.M. � , ; � � � -� � PASSED AND APPROVED this the _�_ d y of , 1976. f � � € " �� o�` , _.�_ n .-�'�� � � _ 'a__.,' �.,; =� ' � f i Mayor ` � ATTEST: � k � • � � C City Sec ta � ( ' � f @ d f, I # � � € E 6 ¢ 4 € e � } $ � 4 � 4 � �i� t � i; � � �