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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/24/1969 - Regular Minutes - City CouncilMINUTES REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS November 24, 1969 Members Present: Mayor D. A. Anderson; Councilmen Bill J. Cooley, Dan E. Davis, James H. Dozier, O. M. Holt, and C. H. Ransdell; City Manager Ran Boswell; Assistant City Attorney Tom Giesenschlag; City Secretary Lynda Swoveland; City Engineer Lloyd James; and City Planner Lee Roy George Members Absent: Councilman Joseph J. McGraw Visitors Present: Jimmie L. Mormon, Pat Little, Melvin H. Luedke, Arthur W. Woltman, Norman R. Wright, Lenore Meisch, Marilyn Payton, Mrs. Edward Schlutt, Mrs. Jack Lamkin, Jr., Kathy Bury, Kenneth Morgan, Randy Langerhans, James Tynan, Jose M. Luna, Blass R. Jiminez, Mr. & Mrs. Robt. A. Smith, Sarah Benedict, Ann Chenoweth, Beth Donaldson, Kerstin Archer, Janet Gardner, Gina Moore, Linda Sandstedt, Zora Djuric, Mrs. Michael E. Tatum, Mrs. Carl Christensen, Jr., Daniel D. Burns, Jr., James L. Lybger, Mrs. Clara Sandstedt, Florence Neelley, L. P. Dulaney, Alton Risinger, Jim Gardner, Sharon Van Doren, Carlton S. Van Doren, E. F. "Woody" Sevison, Mrs. Schnmznger, Mrs. R. L. Whiting, Alfred Miller, Mrs. K. O. Loveless, Dian Jones and W. R. Bryant The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Room in the City of College Station, Texas. Councilman Dozier moved that the Minutes of the October 27, 1969 meeting be approved as written. Motion was seconded by Councilman Holt. Motion carried. Mayor Anderson welcomed Professor Daniel Burns from Texas A&M University and members of one of his student government classes to the Council meeting on behalf of the Council. Mayor Anderson also recognized and welcomed Cadet Girl Scout Troop No. 344 and their leaders, Mrs. Tatum, Mrs. Lamkin, Mrs. Christensen and Mrs. Sandstedt. Mayor Anderson briefly explained each item on the Agenda for the benefit of citizens present. P#7 16,41 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 2 Mayor Anderson then opened the floor for discussion of Agenda items by citizens in the audience. Dr. Butler stated that he wished to go on record as opposing the additional annexation of territory into the city limits, located south of the West Loop between Highway 6 and Wellborn Road. His primary reason for the objection was that taxes would be increased and he was not aware of the proposed annexation until he read the Agenda in the paper. Mr. Jay D. Belford stated he would like to speak regarding some questions which appeared in the Daily Eagle and would like answers to the questions from the Council. Mayor Anderson declared him out of order since this was not an Agenda item. Mr. Jimmy L. Morman, Representative from the Texas Municipal Retirement System in Austin spoke to the Council regarding the changes made by the last legis- lature concerning municipal retirement for city employees. There was considerable discussion about the matter by councilmen and questions were directed to Mr. Morman. Mr. Morman stated that he would be glad to furnish additional information to Mr. Boswell and work with him in acquainting city employees with all the facts and pertinent information. Councilman Dozier stated that he felt the City Manager should meet with the city employees and explain the retirement program to them and get their feelings on it. The City Manager will do this and report back to the Council his findings. The Council heard A. C. Johnson, Representative of the Brazos Valley Develop- ment Council, who explained that a Resolution needed to be considered by the Council, which would be in support of a Positive Action Paper in connection with College Station's application on EDA Water and Sewer Grant. The previous Resolution, passed by the Council, was obsolete, since construction had already began on St. Joseph Hospital. Mayor Anderson then read the proposed Resolution. On motion by Councilman Holt, seconded by Councilman Dozier, the Resolution, in support of Positive Action Paper in connection with College Station's application on EDA water and sewer grant was passed, granting authority of the Mayor to sign it on behalf of the Council. Motion unanimously carried. The Resolution is as follows: "WHEREAS, the contiguous cities of Bryan -College Station have been designated by the Economic Development Administration as the Growth Center of the seven county area served by the Brazos Valley Development Council; and WHEREAS, the purpose in designating a Growth Center is to provide environ- mental and job opportunities to people within the region especially those among the unemployed and underemployed; and WHEREAS the leadership of the Designated Growth Center has prepared a Positive Action Paper describing its current programs of service to those segments of the population confronted with problems of unemployment and underemployment and including statements outlining what additional steps the Growth Center is willing to take to improve the circumstances of the unemployed and underemployed from the Redevelopment Areas as well as their own disadvantaged citizens; and 01,2081 . Minutes of Regular Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 3 WHEREAS this Positive Action Program is consistent with the objectives of the Overall Economic Development Program of the Brazos Valley Development Council; therefore BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of College Station, Texas that this action plan of the Growth Center be approved, endorsed and supported and that the Economic Development Administration be hereby notified of this action. ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of College Station, Texas at a regular meeting held November 24, 1969. " The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of Ordinance No. 653, an ordinance changing the name of a street in University Oaks Subdivision from Culpepper Drive to Stallings Drive. City Planner Lee Roy George stated that the word "Drive" should be deleted in both street names and changed to the word "Avenue". On motion by Councilman Cooley, seconded by Councilman Davis, Ordinance No. 653, an ordinance changing the name of a street in University Oaks Subdivision from Culpepper Avenue to Stallings Avenue was passed. Motion carried unanimously. The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of Ordinance No. 654, an ordinance officially naming streets in the newly annexed area ( Richards Subdivision) . On motion by Councilman Dozier, seconded by Councilman Holt, adoption of Ordinance No. 654, an ordinance officially naming streets in the newly annexed area ( Richards Subdivision) was recommended. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Anderson explained that one reason for naming of streets in this newly annexed area was for purposes of mail delivery in the newly annexed area. He explained that the people in that area earlier had to receive their mail in Bryan by rural route and that he had corresponded with post office officials to rectify the situation. Councilman Dozier moved that Ordinance No. 655, an ordinance calling for a public hearing on the question of rezoning a 1.43 acre tract south of existing commercial district on Holleman Drive, adjacent to proposed extension of Welsh Street from District No. 1, First Dwelling House District to District No. 4, first business district be adopted. Motion was seconded by Councilman Ransdell. Motion carried unanimously. It was pointed out that the Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended this rezoning contingent upon acquisition of right of way on Welsh Street. Mayor Anderson recommended to the Council, for their consideration, the appointment of Dr. J. D. Lindsay, to the Planning and Zoning Commission, to fill the unexpired term of Dr. Joseph R. Baur, who resigned. Mayor Anderson explained that Dr. Lindsay had been contacted and was willing to serve in this capacity and to devote the necessary time to it. Councilman Dozier moved and Councilman Ransdell seconded the motion that Dr. Lindsay be accepted and appointed as a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission, with his term to expire in 1970. Motion carried unanimously. 0 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 4 City Engineer Lloyd James gave a report to the Council on the survey made by his department concerning contemplated sidewalks in the College Hills Elementary School Area. He explained that the survey they had made was based on averages over a period of about six days. He recommended that the city determine how much they could spend for sidewalks and spend it in the order of sidewalks as shown on the sketch by the amount of traffic (pedestrian) carried. Councilman Ransdell stated that he felt the city should survey South Knoll Elementary area to determine the amount of pedestrian traffic carried in this area as well. Councilman Dozier stated he felt the City Manager should contact Mrs. Jean Ringer and tell her the petitions she had requested for sidewalks in the College Hills area were ready to be picked up. There was considerab4Uiscussion relative to means of financing sidewalks by citizens and council members. Further study is to be given to this matter in terms of other city priorities. The bid tabulations for two (2) 1/2 -ton Pickup Trucks were considered and are as follows: International Harvester Company $4,200.84 Sellstrom Pontiac -Buick GMC $4,198.98 Corbusier Chevrolet Company $4,031.18 Halsell Motor Company (Dodge) $3,957.20 Councilman Dozier moved that the low bid from Halsell Motor Company for the two 1/2 -ton Dodge Pickup trucks be accepted. Councilman Cooley seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The next item on the Agenda involved a discussion by Mr. M. D. Murphy relative to traffic problems on Highland Street. Mr. Murphy stated that there were a number of young children in the area and that the speeding situation was getting out of hand in the narrow street. He presented some charts he had made of the street and intersections in question and asked that the Council possibly consider placing a 4 -way stop sign at the intersection of Grove and Highland Streets, which would possibly slow the traffic down. He also stated there was an obstruction of shrubbery which blocked the view approaching the intersection. Chief Luedke stated that his men had been patroling the area, but had not had much success in using radar because people could see the patrol car parked ahead and would slow down. Mayor Anderson asked City Manager Boswell to check into this matter in depth to resolve the problem. The next item on the Agenda was the consideration of a petition from property owners in Richards Subdivision concerning street improvements. Mayor Anderson inquired from City Manager Boswell whether the city forces would be able to gravel the street in accordance with the petition as submitted. City Manager Boswell stated that they could. Mayor Anderson explained that the graveling of the streets in the Richards Subdivision was tied in with mail delivery in that area. City Manager Boswell stated that the city would proceed immediately. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 5 Mayor Anderson explained to the Council that the City Engineer would like to meet with the Council at some appropriate time to discuss the drainage problems in the city. He explained it is a matter of looking over our current policy and future policy. After some discussion, the Council agreed to meet on December 4 (Thursday) at 5:00 p. m. Mayor Anderson told the Council he had received an invitation signed by Mr. Rominec and his students to meet with the Council, Planning and Zoning Commission and business owners in the North Gate Area for the purpose of reviewing what they are suggesting in improvements in the North Gate area. Councilman Dozier stated that he was impressed with the work the students had done in making the presen- tation and he felt it would be worthwhile for all concerned to meet with them again. Mayor Anderson stated he would get in touch with Mr. Rominec and they would try and work out a suitable date for all concerned. Mayor Anderson explained to the Council that the Annual Christmas Parade will be in Bryan on December 6 and 10:00 a. m. and he would like for as many as possible of Council members to participate in the parade. Councilmen Holt, Ransdell and Davis said they would participate. Councilman Dozier said he was not sure but that he would advise Mayor Anderson. Councilman Cooley said he could not. Mayor Anderson stated that he had received a letter from Bryan, Building & Loan suggesting that the Council take the opportunity of looking over the display that they have on the 70's in their lobby. The display will be removed after November 30. Regarding a meeting with business people in the community in terms of a "listening session", the Council was in agreement to leave the meeting date to the discretion of Mayor Anderson. Councilman Holt moved that the next Council meeting be held on December 12 at 5:30 p.m. after the Annual Christmas Open House. Motion was seconded by Councilman Davis. Motion carried. The next item on the Agenda was the discussion of a recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission for annexation of additional territory into the city limits of College Station, south of the West Leep between Highway 6 and Wellborn Road for a depth of not less than 500 feet. Councilman Holt asked what reasoning the Planning and Zoning Commission had in recommending this annexation. City Planner Lee Roy George explained that it was for control in terms of zoning. A discussion then followed in terms of a definition of "extraterritorial jurisdiction" among council members and the assistant city attorney. The Assistant City Attorney stated,that he would be glad to provide the council with a more definitive answer to "extraterritorial jurisdiction" and report to them at the December council meeting. The Council was in agreement to post pone action on the proposed annexation until the December council meeting. Minutes of Regular Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 6 Mayor Anderson informed Council members that there was to be a private dinner on December 14 for Senator Yarborough and the council members and their wives were invited. The tickets are $4.50 per person. Councilmen Dozier, Ransdell, Davis,.Holt, and Cooley stated they would all attend. City Manager Boswell stated he would attend. City Manager Boswell gave a brief report on the following items: a. Improvements in the electrical system as proposed by John Denison in 1969 were made in the total amount of $45., 000. b. Drainage improvements were made in Bee Creek area and work behind Lincoln Center has been done and creek cleaned out between Jersey and Anderson. c. University Drive condemnation proceedings were completed. Louis Mais was awarded $97, 000. City Manager Boswell stated that advertisement for bids would be made on the house and the store and the bids would be opened at the December 12 council meeting. He explained that the right of way is needed by January 1, 1970. City Manager Boswell stated that the total cost of storm sewers, curbs and gutters to the city on University Drive would be $19,300. City Manager Boswell also stated that he felt it would be best if we let the Highway Department accept their bidder for proposed 1129th Street" extension and we try and have the same bidder. d. Texas International Speedway Waterline is in service. e. Regarding the Sanitary Land Fill, there are two prospects for leasing some land. There will be a definite report for the December council meeting. f. Quit Claim Deeds for extension of Holleman Drive are in the hands of Mrs. Alsmeyer for property owners in that area to sign. As soon as they are signed, they will be returned to the City Manager. g. The progress made on street repairs is 3, 500 feet of streets paved thus far. The total program is 7, 700 feet for 1969-70. h. The Contractor's estimate on city hall is $31, 632.35 to date. Councilman Holt moved that the City Manager be authorized to pay the cost estimate on the City Hall in the amount of $31, 632.35. Motion was seconded by Councilman Ransdell, Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Bill Fitch and Dr. Butler spoke against the city annexing any more property until what had been annexed up to the present time, could be served with water and sewerage services. Mrs. Bryan, a citizen in the audience, asked the Council what their policy was relative to persons in the audience being allowed to speak. This policy was explained to her by Mayor Anderson. Dr. Folweiler brought up the question of sidewalks and who should be assessed for them. He favored the city paying the total cost. A lengthy discussion 01212 /6 9 Minutes of Regular Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 7 then ensued among councilmen and some participants from the audience. Audience participants in the discussion were Mr. Murphy, Dr. C. J. Leabo, Bill Fitch and Mrs. Bryan. Some citizens favored a citizen -city share in construction. Sam Enloe of United Cab Company asked Mayor Anderson some questions concerning the ordinance the city has for taxi cabs. He stated that he felt the ordinance was badly in need of updating. Mayor Anderson stated that he and the Council would take this ordinance under consideration and would try and remedy the situation whereby a student was granted a license for part-time operation of a city taxi. Mr. Jay Belford of 406 Mary Lake Drive in Bryan stated that he would like to have the questions answered in the Daily Eagle on Sunday, November 16, written by Mrs. C. S. Van Doren. The Mayor and members of the Council answered these questions to his satisfaction. On motion by Councilman Holt, seconded by Councilman Cooley, the meeting was adjourned, subject to call. APPROVED: Mayor ATTEST: City recretary/j las AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS November 24, 1969 7:00 P. M. 1. Approval of Minutes of October 27, 1969 regular meeting. 2. Comments by Mayor Anderson. 3. Hear visitors on Agenda items. 4. Hear representative from the Texas Municipal Retirement System on changes that were made by the last legislature concerning municipal retirement for city employees. 5. Consider Resolution in support of Posi xJe Action Paper in connection with College Station's application on EDA water and sewer grant. 6. Consider Ordinance No. 653, an ordinance changing the name of a street in University Oaks Subdivision from Culpepper Drive to Stallings Drive. 7. Consider Ordinance No. 654, an ordinance officially naming streets in the newly annexed area ( Richards Subdivision). 8. Consider Ordinance No. 655, an ordinaxica calling for a public hearing on the question of rezoning a 1.43 acre tract south of a, fisting commercial district on Holleman Drive, adjacent to proposed exte',sion of Welsh Street, from District No. 1, first dwelling house district, to District No. 4, first business district. (P&Z Case No. 69-32). 9. Consider filling a vacancy on the Plan:rng and Zoning Commission created by the resignation of one of the members. 10. City Engineer's report on survey made in the College Hills Elementary School area relative to sidewalks. 11. Tabulation of bids on two 1970 1/2 --ton Pickup Trucks, to be used in Electrical and Water Departments. 12. Mr. M. D. Murray to discuss traffic problems on Highland Street. 13. Petition from property owners in Richards Subdivision concerning street improvements 14. ]Future meetings, 15. Set date. for December Council Meeting. t `� Agenda for Council Meeting November 24, 1969 Page 2 16. Consider recommendation of Planning and Zoning Commission for annexation of additional territory into the city limits of College Station, south of the West Loop between Highway 6 and Wellborn Road for a depth of not less than 500 feet. 17. City Manaker's Report; a. Improvements made in the electrical system as proposed by John Denison in 196% b. Drainage Improvements. C. Report on Universiy Drive Plans, an estimate of curb and gutter costs, to be borne by the eiLty. d. Texas Internatibnal Speedway waterline. e. Sanitary Land Vill. f. Quat Claim Deeds on Holleman Drive. g. Progress made on street repairs by city forces for 1969-70. h. Contractor's estimate on catty ball. police and fire station. 18. Hear visitors. 19. Adjourn. Ra -:las 11-19-69 I hereby certify that the attached Notice was posted o n.1 ------ 4nda Swoveland City Secretary Subscribed and sworn to before me this _________'ey� day of ................ —----------------- ' 19 T Notary Public, Br os County exas