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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/28/1989 - Regular Minutes City Council HINUTES CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY; SEPTEMBER 28; 1989 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: STUDENT GOV'T LIAISON: VISITORS PRESENT: Mayor Pro-tem Brown, Councilmembers Schneider, Haddox, McIlhaney, Gardner, Birdwell Mayor Ringer Assistant City Manager Woody, City Secretary Jones, Public Information Officer Calliham, City Attorney Locke, City Engineer Pullen, Risk Manager Wagner, PARD Director Beachy, Fiscal/Human Resources Director Harrison, Development Services Director Ash, Planing Director Callaway, Management Services Director Piwonka, Assistant City Secretary Hooks, Assistant PARD Director Cisneros Shannon Maloney See guest register. Mayor Pro-tem Brown presided over the meeting. With the concurrence of the council members, he moved Items No. 3 and No. 4 to the beginning of the agenda. Aqenda It~ No. 3 - Discussion of an ordinance authorizinq the Teleoable Associates, Inc. to assume Cooke BCB Communications. No discussion was held. &qenda It~ No. 4 - Third readinq a~d consideration of a proposed ordinance authorizinq Telecable Associates, Inc. to assume Cooke BCS Communications, Inc. franchise. Councilman Birdwell moved approval of Ordinance No. 1828 authorizing Telecable Associates, Inc. to assume Cooke BCS Communications, Inc. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 6-0. 007459 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1989 Page 2 Aqenda Item No. i - CONSENT AGENDA. (1.1) Approval of the minutes of the workshop meeting, September 13, 1989, and the regular meeting, September 14, 1989. (1.2) Approval of a lease agreement between the City of College Station and Homestead Savings for space rental at Shiloh Place for the College Station Library. (1.3) Approval of 1990 Parks and Recreation Fees including recommendations by the Parks and Recreation Board discussed at the September 27th workshop (Council Issues No. 52, 53, 63, 97) (1.4) Approval of a resolution to recognize the City of General Zuazua in Mexico as a sister city of the City of College Station. (1.5) Approval of a final plat - replat of Lot B of University Park East subdivision (89-212). (1.6) Approval of low base bid and alternates A,B,D,E,F,G,H for the Public Services bldg. (G.O.B. 84) (1.7) Approval of oversize participation payment as recommended by staff, to Texas Centroid Joint Venture for a sanitary sewer trunk line installed to serve the CS Economic Development Foundation tract on SH6 near Green's Prairie Road; staff recommends payment of $110,700.75, which is 30% of the construction cost as submitted. (1.8) Approval of oversize participation request from Peoples Mortgage Co. for sewer improvements in Westchester Park Phase II for the amount of $5,809.25, from URB 1984 fund. (1.9) Approval of a change order on P.O. #4551 providing for a broadened scope of design services. (Rehabilitation of Stallings Street) (1.10) Approval of awarding a contract to the lowest bidder for the construction of Community Development Project No. CD 1989 Street-l, Holleman and Fairview Streets for sidewalk construction. (staff recommends award to Palasota's Dozer for $40,776.75; Community Development Block Grant Funds) (1.11) Approval of awarding a contract to the lowest bidder for construction of CD project No. CD-1989-Street-2, Luther and Alabama Streets; street, drainage, and utility improvements. (staff recommends award to Palasota's Dozer for $218,692.80; Community Development Block Grant Funds) (1.12) Approval of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to renew the Texas Political Subdivision Worker's Compensation Fund Contract (Cost is budgeted; FY 1989-90) 007460 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1989 Page 3 (1.13) Approval of purchase of computer printers to be used in Accounting and Personnel with the Financial/Human Resources computer system. ($14,853; part of 3-year MIS plan; funding available in Financial/Human Resources Project) (1.14) Approval of renewal of miscellaneous blanket purchase orders and contracts for FY 1989-90. (1.15) Approval of purchase of sanitary sewer T.V. Inspection System, Bid #89-39 (1984 URB 83-83-09 bond fund; staff recommends low bidder, Naylor Supply Company, $93,540) (1.16) A. Approval of purchase of one sixteen yard John Deere Scraper for landfill operations - Bid #89-36 (FY 1989-90 Sanitation Fund; staff recommends low bidder, Kuenstler Machinery; $170,286, GOB monies) B. Approval of a resolution evidencing intention to finance property on item 1.16. (1.17) Approval of purchase of dump bodies for truck cab/chassis, Wastewater Treatment plant (2 each), Bid #89-40 (FY1988-89, Utility Fund; staff recommends low bidder, Childs Truck & Equip. Inc. $11,750) (1.18) Approval of Blanket Order for repairing and rewinding electrical distribution transformers, #89-28 (FY 1989-90, distribution transformers, staff recommends low bidder, Northwestern Transformer, $14,289) (1.19) Approval of a resolution to allow the purchase of certain items on the State of Texas contracts (State Purchasing & General Services Commission) Councilman Birdwell removed Consent Agenda Item No. 1.6 and 1.8. The remaining items were approved by common consent. 1.6 - Approval of low base bid and alternates A,B,D,E,F,G,H for the Public Services Building (G.O.B. 84) Councilman Birdwell moved approval to award contract in accordance with staff recommendation with the exception of Alternate A and F. He commented that these deletions of the alternates would save the city about $30,000. Councilman Gardner seconded the motion. Mr. Ash presented council a letter from the Energy Management Committee discussing the possibility of using energy management funds for part of the cost. Mr. Ash explained that Alternate A was recommended primarily because of the nature of parking lots and that use of concrete instead of asphalt paving would be cost effective in the long run. He explained Alternate F. He stated 007461 city Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1989 Page 4 that Alternate F consists of increasing the tree size from 1 1/2" to 2 1/2" caliper tree because of the survival rate and aesthetics. Councilman Birdwell restated that the city could save money. A vote was taken and the motion failed 2-4, as follows: FOR: Councilmen Gardner and Birdwell AGAINST: Mayor Pro-tem Brown, Councilmen McIlhaney, Haddox, and Schneider Councilman McIlhaney moved to approve the bid as recommended by staff. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion, which carried by a vote of 5-1, as follows: FOR: Mayor Pro-tem Brown, Councilmen McIlhaney, Haddox, Schneider, and Gardner AGAINST: Councilman Birdwell 1.8 - Approval of oversize participation request from Peoples Mortgage Company for sewer improvements in Westchester Park Phase II for the amount of $5,809.25, from URB 1984 Fund. Councilman Birdwell stated that this is the first time oversize participation in Phase II of Westchester Park has been mentioned to the Council. City Engineer Pullen stated that oversize participation is discussed in the agreement between Peoples Mortgage and the city of College Station and CSISD; however, oversize participation has not been spelled out. He pointed out that this item has not otherwise been brought to Council. Councilman Birdwell asked if the city is required to pay oversize participation on the street. Mr. Pullen replied affirmatively. Mr. Birdwell remarked that he was unaware of this. Councilman Haddox moved approval of the oversize participation for sewer improvements in Westchester Park Phase II for the amount of $5,809.25. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, 6-0. Aqenda Item No. 2 - Consideration of a request to rename Jersey Street, within the oity limits of College Station, to George Bush Drive. (1988-89 Council Issue No. 14) Mr. Eddie Bravenec, 1208 Moore Street, spoke in opposition to renaming Jersey Street. He presented the following three factors: 1) President Bush is a political figure and should not have a street named after him; 2) if the Council wishes to name a street after President Bush, also name a larger street such as 007462 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1989 Page 5 Texas Avenue after a Democratic figure; and, 3) he recommended naming the street George Bush Drive, rather than the longer name. Ms. Libby Vastano, 1020 Guadalupe, addressed the Council. She stated that the city's street names are part of the city's heritage, and she preferred not losing this heritage. Councilman Haddox clarified that Jersey Street was selected because the proposed site of the presidential library is on that street. Mr. James Bond, 1813 Leona, addressed the Council. Mr. Bond had presented the proposal at the workshop meeting. He pointed out that the University is not taking this proposal lightly. He added that the street renaming is a way for the City to join the University in bringing the library here. It would be a symbolic act on the part of the City to make a positive statement. Councilman Birdwell stated that Dr. Mobley indicated the University would assist the residents with changing their addresses, etc. Mr. Bond stated that the students and staff will be willing to help the citizens anyway they can. Councilman Haddox asked if six months would be adequate time for residents to change addresses and make any necessary notifications. Councilman Gardner commented that Mayor Ringer's recommendation at the workshop meeting to name the street from Wellborn to the Airport, George Bush Drive, was a good suggestion. Mr. Bond responded that he is not in favor of the idea. Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Bond if he preferred George Bush Boulevard. Mr. Bond replied that it is the decision of the Council. Councilman Birdwell moved adoption of Ordinance No. 1829 to rename the street, with the effective date of March 1, 1990. He clarified that the name change would be to George Bush Drive, and further that such change include Jersey Street from its intersec- tion of Texas Avenue and to continue to the intersection with FM 2818. Councilman Haddox seconded the motion. Councilman Birdwell stated that he contacted the post office and they assured him that the mail delivery will not be affected by the name change at all. Student Gov't Liaison Maloney assured the Council that there will be no problem finding students to help the elderly. Councilman Schneider moved to amend the motion to change the name of George Bush Drive to George Bush Boulevard. 007463 city Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1989 Page 6 Councilman Haddox seconded the motion to amend. Councilman Schneider's motion failed 2-4, as follows: FOR: Councilmen Schneider and Haddox AGAINST: Mayor Pro-tem Brown, Councilmen Gardner, McIlhaney, Birdwell Mr. Ray Muff, 3400 Normand, voiced opposition to the proposal of the name change; however, he stated strong support for the library. Councilmen Haddox and Birdwell made further comments. Student Gov't Liaison Maloney added that renaming Jersey Street to George Bush Drive is another vote of confidence on the city's part to see a tremendous asset come to the community. Mr. Bravenec spoke to the Council. He emphasized that Jersey Street is an important part of the city's history. Mr. Curtis Farmer, 303 Francis, addressed the Council. He stated that he is a TAMU PhD student and has a special interest in the library. He urged the Council to consider Mayor Ringer's recommendation by naming the street George Bush Drive from Wellborn to FM 2818. The vote was taken on the original motion made by Councilman Birdwell, 5-1, Councilman Gardner voting against. Agenda Item No. 5 - Consideration of a request from William D. Fitch for a variance to the Colleqe Station Cemetery Rules, to allow placement of a mausoleum in Section A. City Attorney Locke pointed out that during the discussion at the workshop meeting, staff stated that the portion of the park can be transferred to the cemetery by the city. Councilman Birdwell moved to direct staff to prepare the legal paperwork and to continue contacting abutting property owners in Section H. Councilman McIlhaney seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, 6-0. This item will be placed on the regular meeting agenda of October 12th. Agenda Item No. 6 - Consideration of an exte~ion of time for improving drainage area under current development agreement a~ Sneakers Restaurant. Mr. Ricky Miller, owner of Sneakers Restaurant, 504 Harvey Road, addressed the Council and explained the situation. 007464 City Council Regular Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1989 Page 7 Councilman McIlhaney asked Mr. Miller if he had a problem with acquiring a new bond. City Attorney Locke stated that she spoke with Mr. Red Cashion and he indicated that he would supply a new bond. Staff asked that the extension of the new agreement be contingent upon the bond being supplied and extended until November 30th. Mr. Brown clarified that the agreement states the project will be complete November 15th. Councilman Birdwell moved approval of the extension of time to November 30th for the bond, and November 15th on the project completion time. Councilman Schneider seconded the motion which carried unanimously, 6-0. Aqenda Item No. ? - Hear Visitors. Ms. Robbie Clark, 213 Holleman, addressed the Council. She requested that Holleman Drive be changed to Martin Luther King Drive. Agenda Item No. 8 - Closed session to receive a staff report [6252-17(2)(r)] and land acquisition [6252-17(2)(f)~. 8.1 Legal Report 8.2 Right-of-way acquisition The council moved into executive session. Aqenda Item No. 9 - Action on closed session. The Council returned to open session. No action was taken. Aqenda Item No. 10 - Adjourn. At 8.29 p.m., Councilman McIlhaney moved to adjourn. Council- man Birdwell seconded the motion, which carried unanimously, 6-0. ATTEST: City Sectary Dian J~nes APPROVED: 007465 GUEST REGISTER CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1989 7:00 P.M. 3 5 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 o 19 10. 20 007500