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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-06-04 - Regular City CouncilMINUTES OF REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING City of Stephenville - City Council TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 1996 - 7:00 P.M. The City Council of the City of Stephenville, Texas, convened on June 4, 1996, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 354 N. Belknap Street, for the purpose of a Regular Business Meeting, with the meeting being open to the public and notice of said meeting, giving the date, time, place and subject thereof, having been posted as prescribed by Chapter 551, Government Code, Vernon's Texas Codes Annotated, with the following members present, to wit: Mayor John Pollan Councilmembers Joel Hillin Scott Evans Marshall Shelton Bill Corbin Absent, Barbara Terrell Billy Bob Hodges Others Attending Don Davis, City Administrator Cindy L. Stafford, City Secretary Randy Thomas, City Attorney L CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pollan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and declared a quorum present. 11 PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Consider Approval of the Preliminary Plan for the Development Committee Report --Eric Wilhite, Schrickel Rollins and Associates, Inc. presented the Master Plan for the Stephenville City Park Master Plan. He reviewed with the Council some of the key objectives that were considered by Schrickel Rollins, City Staff, and members of the Park and Recreation Advisory Board in developing this Master Plan. Some of these objectives are as follows: 1. To utilize the expansion site with ball fields and recreational facilities. 2. To better combine the types of uses of the park land, which includes moving the athletic facilities south of the Bosque River. Regular Business Meeting -- June 4,1996 3 . Adding another entrance off Graham Street south of the Bosque River. 4. Expand the amphitheater and the parking areas north of the Bosque River. 5. - The development of an aquatic center. City Administrator Don Davis added that the maintenance facilities would be moved from the north to the south end of the park, thereby increasing the parking area near the Recreation Hall. Ronnie Isham, Director of Community Services, explained that part of the reasoning for moving all of the ball fields to the south side of the park was the lack of space between the Methodist Branch and the Bosque River. In order to develop the river channel and the landscaping along the river, more room was needed. Also, the approach to Century Park area will be enhanced by moving the two ball fields which are now situated in front of it. Davis also pointed out that the parking lots will be excavated in such a way as to allow proper drainage through the park. Davis pointed out that this Master Plan does contemplate the City acquiringadditional property and utilizing property that has not been designated as park property. Annette Bradberry and Bee Bentley were introduced as members of the Park and Recreation Advisory Board who were in attendance at this meeting and were commended for their efforts in developing this plan. Councilmember I-iillin moved that the Council approve the preliminary plan submitted by Schrickel Rollins and Associates, Inc. and instruct this firm to proceed with the final drawings. Evans seconded the motion, which passed by unanimous vote. Consider Approval of Contract with Schrickel, Rollins and Associates, Inc. Mayor Pollan reminded the Council that in September, 1995, the Council entered into contract with Schrickel Rollins for Phase One and Two of the park planning efforts. Monies have been budgeted for these first two phases. Budgeting for Phase Three will be considered for approval next year. Councilmember Evans moved to enter into a contract with Schrickel Rollins and Associates, Inc. for Phase Three of the City's park planning. Councilmember Shelton seconded the motion, which passed by unanimous vote. Regular Business Meeting -- June 4,1996 His PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Pollan announced the opening of a public hearing to consider rezoning 1.318 acres, Wm. Motley Survey, Abstract 515, Erath County, Texas, located in the 2400 block of Northwest Loop (FM 988) from R-1 "Single -Family Dwelling District" to B-1 "Neighborhood Business District". Speaking in Favor of the Rezoning: Presley Duke, 2191 Woodland, Stephenville, Texas. Duke, who serves on the Advisory Board of New Life Fellowship Church (which owns this property), stated that he is in favor of this zoning. Greg Hubbard, 1128 Prairie Wind, Stephenville, Texas. Hubbard stated that he is an orthodontist and desires to purchase part of the subject property from New Life Fellowship Church and build his office there. Speaking in Opposition of the Rezoning: No one. Mayor Pollan closed the public hearing. Councilmember Corbin moved to adopt Ordinance No. 1996-16 rezoning 1.318 acres, Wm. Motley Survey, Abstract 515, Erath County, Texas, located in the 2400 block of Northwest Loop (FM 988) from R-1 "Single -Family Dwelling District" to B-1 "Neighborhood Business District". Councilmember Shelton seconded the motion which passed by unanimous vote. IV. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT City Administrator Don Davis made this report stating that this Committee met on Monday, May 13, and walked through the Stephenville Bank and Trust building located on the southeast corner of Washington and Columbia Streets. After a tour of the building, the committee members came to City Hall where they looked at the blueprints and reviewed the preffinhuy draft of the property across the street (north) which was designed by Schrickel Rollins and is designated as an "auto park". v. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT Administrator Davis made this report explaining that former Mayor Lavinia Lohrmann chaired this committee. This Committee met on May 1 with representatives of Waste Management to discuss some problems and complaints about Waste Management's service that have been voiced to City Staff. There was also a discussion about the recycling program in Stephenville. Bob Winn, who is responsible for the recycling Regular Business Meeting — June 4,1996 with Waste Management, committed to work closer with the Council, staff, and business representatives in order to promote the recyling program. Already, Waste Management is working with WalMart, and they have made arrangements to set up recycling bins at WalMart which will be open on Saturdays. The Committee also discussed the Household Hazardous Waste program. The City of Fort Worth is engaged in a regional approach for this, and that city has made application for a grant to construct a receiving and processing center for household hazardous waste. The Committee feels that there are several concerns regarding Stephenville's involvement in this regional program, and not in a position to make any recommendations at this time. The Committee also heard a status report on the financing of the landfill which reflected that the landfill operation revenues were not meeting the expenses. More publicity is planned to make area residents aware that the landfill is open. vie FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT Water and Sewer Rates--Councilmember Corbin reminded the Council that a consultant was hired three years ago to work with the City on future water rates. Based on the consultant's recommendations and analysis, the Committee recommended amending the water rates by approximately five percent (5%) and increasing the surcharge for usage over 12,000 for the months of June, July, August, and September from $0.50 to $1.00. Councilmember Corbin moved that Ordinance No. 1996-17 amending fees for water rates be approved. Councilmember Evans seconded the motion which passed by unanimous vote. RFP for Cash Management Advisory Support--Councilmember Corbin moved that the Council issue the request for proposal for cash management advisory support. Councilmember Evans seconded the motion which passed by unanimous vote. VII. CONSIDER APPLICATION FOR EMS LOCAL PROJECTS GRANT Administrator Davis advised the Council that the City presently has two new heart monitor/defibrillator units in the ambulances. Harris Hospital had donated a third unit which now needs to be replaced. The application for a new defibrillator would be for $5,000 which represents 50% of the cost of this piece of equipment. Councilmember Evans moved that the Council authorize staff to apply to the Texas Department of Health for a grant to purchase a heart monitor/defibrillator. Councilmember Corbin seconded the motion which passed by unanimous vote. Regular Business Meeting -- June 4,1996 VIH* CONSIDER APPROVAL OF NOMINATION TO FOURTH OF JULY FAMILY FUN FAIR COMMITTEE Mayor Pollan explained that a committee member --Mark Cook --has moved away from Stephenville and a replacement needs to be named. Councilmember Evans moved that the Council approve the appointment of Scott Kunishige to the Fourth of July Family Fun Fair Committee. Councilmember Hillin seconded the motion which passed by unanimous vote. IX. ELECT MAYOR PRO-TEM X. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Mayor Pollan explained that in light of having two vacancies on the Council --Jim McCray, Place 1, having resigned; and John Pollan, Place 5, having been elected Mayor --that these two matters --election of Mayor Pro -Tern and and the committee appointments will be postponed until after the Special Election on August 10. Marshall Shelton will assume the committee positions that were served by Darrell Brown, and Mayor Pollan will assume the committee positions held by former Mayor Lohrmann. XI. ELECT VOTING REPRESENTATIVE TO NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS It was the consensus of the Council that Bill Corbin, who is the present representative, will continue to serve until his successor is elected. XIEL CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Hillin moved that the Consent Agenda be approved as follows: A. Approval of Minutes 1: Special Council Meeting on April 30, 1996 2. Citizen's Discussion and Regular Business Meeting on May 7, 1996 B. Order for City Special Election on August 10,1996 C. Bid Specifications for Water Meters Councilmember Shelton seconded the motion which passed by a unanimous roll call vote. Regular Business Meeting — June 4,1996 XIII0 CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT City Administrator Don Davis reminded those present of the following 1. Bosque River Clean Up on June 8. 2. Residential surcharge goes into effect on June 1. This surcharge will be $1.00 per 1,000 gallons of water used over 12,000 during the months of June, July, August, and September. 3. Fort Worth Symphony Concert in the Park at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21. 4. Annexation Committee has met and begun work on looking at possible areas within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City for recommended annexation. 5. Special Council Meeting on Thursday, June 13, 1996, to hear the appeal of Philip Craig Shaffer on the ruling of the Dangerous Buildings Abatement Board. Xwe ADJOURN There being no other business to come before the Council at this time, Mayor Pollan adjourned the meeting at 7 :47 p.m. Jo ollan, Mayor '.1• , Regular Business Meeting -- June 4,1996