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Stephenville, Texas
January 6, 1970
The City Council met in a °regular meeting on the above date with Mayor Arthur
presiding and the following council members present: Robert Herrin, Don Metsgar,
Garland Loudermilk, Charles Riggins, W. M. Irwin, Jack Curtis, Raymond Anderson,
and Mrs. Fred McCleskey. Others present were Director of Public Works Gann, Fire
Marshall Ferguson, Director of Recreation Isham, Chief Cornell, and City Attorney
Chandler.
Minutes of previous meetings were read and approved.
Mr. H. A. Loutherback appeared before the council and spoke in behalf of Mr. Fred
Green, operator of the sewer plant.Mr. Loutherback stated that this city employee
draws a smaller salary than other employees, and feels that Mr. Green should be
paid at least the same as other employees.
After discussion this was refered to the Sanitary Committee.
Mr. Dwain Bruner appeared before the council stating that he has purchased the
property on corner of Loop 195 and South Lillian street. Mr. Bruner requested that
Culp street and Fifth streets be closed in the area and he be allowed to purchase
these streets. This was refered to street committee.
Msrs Day and Milam, representing Lone Star Gas Co, appeared before the council in
reguard to 'a rate increase. It was reported that the rate increase is necessary
in order that Lone Star can operate at a reasonable profit.
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Councilman Anderson reported that the committee has met with Mr. Day and Milam, and
the committee has also met with a representative of Homer Hunter Associates, and
that some additional information is needed from Lone Star Gas Co.
The gas company officials were assured that some action will be taken as soon as
Hunter Associates report to the council.
It was moved by Councilman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman McCleskey, to
approve estimate number 2 of Bella Company for water works improvements. Motion i(
carried unanimously. (Said ordinance being attached to and becoming a part of
these minutes).
It was moved by Councilman Riggins, seconded by Councilman Loudermilk, to approve
estimate number 3 of Bella Company for water works improvements. Motion carried X
unanimously. (Said ordinance being attached to and becoming a part of these minutes).
It was moved by Councilman Curtis, seconded by Councilman Anderson, to approve x
estimate of Homer Hunter Associates for engineering services on water works improve-
ments. Motion carried unanimously. (Said ordinance being attached to and be-
coming a part of these minutes.)
It was moved by Councilman Irwin, seconded by Councilman Metsgar, to approve estimate
of Almon and Co. for fiscal services on water works improvements. Motion carried
unanimously. (Said ordinance being attached to and becoming a part of these minutes).
Councilman Herrin reported that the radio equipment for night watchman should be
delivered soon.
Councilman Irwin reported that the street department has done some paving in the
West End Cemetery and are working on the caliche streets and patching other streets.
Councilman Anderson reported no problems in water dept. Director of Public Works
reported the new wells and supply line project should be complete in 30 days.
Councilman Metsgar had nothing to report.
Councilman Riggins presented a report of activities at city library. Also reported
that the Methodist Branch project is almost complete from Paddock street to Erath
street.
Councilwoman McCleskey reported large attendance in the darks and Recreation Program.
Also repoted a need to replace the P. A. System. It was agreed to purchase a P A
system for the recreation hall.
Councilman Curtis asked if the council would be interested in discussing the
possibility of Bill Bledsoe taking over the operation of the city dump grounds.
The council asked Mr. Bledsoe to present a proposal for handling garage and the
operation of the city dump.
The following bid for dozer was opened:
Darr Equipment Co. $51,850.
direct drive instead of power shift 49,650.
No action was taken at this time.
Mayor reported that the Church of Christ has expressed an interest in the pur-
chase.of old city hall property. It was agreed to pursue this further.
It was moved by Councilman Irwin, seconded by Councilman Metsgar, to accept
I� a deed from Industrial Foundation for land needed for highway right of way
at intersection of Harbin Dr. and Lingleville Rd. Motion carried.
It was moved by Councilman Irwin, seconded by Councilman Loudermilk, to
authorize the Mayor to sign a deed to Texas Highway Dept. for right of way at
Harbin Dr. and Lingleville Rd. Motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Councilman Curtis, seconded by Councilwoman McCleskey, to adopt
the Plumbing Code Ordinance. Motion carried by a vote of 7 for and 1 not
voting.
City Secretary reported that a dog catcher has been hired on a basis of $5.00
per dog. The dog catcher to care for and dispose of the dogs.
It was reported that Kenneth Lockhart requested a letter from the city stating
that ]he will be entitled to a refund should anyone tie on to the water and
sewer lines between old Hico road and Stephenville Funeral Home. This was
refered to Water and Sewer Committee.
There being no other business at this time the ccil stood adjourned, subject to
the Mayor's call. / l
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