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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-02-01 - Regular City CouncilMINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING City of Stephenville - City Council TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1994 - 7:00 P.M. The City Council of the City of Stephenville, Texas, convened in regular session on February 1 1994 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 354 N. Belknap Street, 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 Article 6252 -17, Section 3A, V.T.C.S., with the following members present, to wit: Mayor: Mayor Pro Tem: Councilmembers: Absent: Lavinia Lohrmann Scott Evans Alan Nix Donald L. Zelman John Wooley Sam Taylor II Bill Johnson Billy Bob Hodges Bill Bailey None Others Attending: Don Davis, City Administrator Joyce Pemberton, City Secretary Randy Thomas, City Attorney I. CALL TO ORDER. Mayor Lavinia Lohrmann called the meeting to order and declared a quorum present. Don Davis introduced Cindy Stafford, the new City Secretary upon the retirement of Joyce Pemberton. II. CONSIDER A CITY MOTTO. Joe Sawyer presented recommendations from a citizens, committee, representing various civic organizations, to designate Stephenville "CITY OF CHAMPIONS ". After considerable discussion, Councilman Evans moved to accept "CITY OF CHAMPIONS" as our motto. Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. After considerable discussion, the motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Nix, Taylor, Evans, Johnson, Hodges, Bailey, and Mayor Lohrmann. NOES: Councilmen Zelman and Wooley. 109 III. IV. V AUDIT REPORT. Don Davis introduced Louis Company, who submitted this the Council that the City position. Crane of Rutledge Crain & year's audit and reported to is in a strong financial Councilman Bill Bailey moved to accept the audit report as presented and refer it to the Finance Committee for further study. Councilman Taylor seconded the motion. Motion carried UNANIMOUSLY. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH ADVANCE REFUNDING OF 1988 BONDS. Don Davis explained that our Financial Advisors, First Southwest Company, have recommended the refunding (refinancing) of approximately $2.5 million of the 1988 Water Revenue Bonds in order to secure a lower interest rate. Estimated savings are $15- 16,000 annually. Councilman Taylor moved to authorize First Southwest Company to proceed with the advanced refunding of the 1988 bonds. Councilman Zelman seconded the motion. Motion carried UNANIMOUSLY. LANDFILL COMMITTEE REPORT. A. Councilman Wooley introduced Tom Visentine, representative of Waste Management, to present rules and regulations for the Convenience Station at 1291 Bates Street. Considerable discussion was had concerning the rate schedule. Councilman Nix moved to accept the proposal of Waste Management and the Landfill Committee as presented with the rates and hours of operation as set out with the stipulation that these rates be in effect for two years from the date that the Convenience Station opens. Councilman Taylor seconded the motion. Councilman Wooley abstained from voting due to a conflict of interest. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Nix, Zelman, Taylor, Evans, Johnson, Hodges, Bailey and Mayor Lohrmann. NOES: None. ABSTENTION: Councilman Wooley. 110 VI. B. Tom Visentine outlined the operation of the Recycling Center, procedures for recycling and hours of operation. Councilman Zelman moved to approve the recycling proposal. Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Nix, Zelman, Taylor, Evans, Johnson, Hodges, Bailey and Mayor Lohrmann. NOES: None. ABSTENTION: Councilman Wooley. PUBLIC HEARING. Mayor Lohrmann announced the opening of a Public Hearing for the purpose of discussing the rezoning of the 2700 block of Northwest Loop from R -1 "Single Family Dwelling District" to B -1 "Neighborhood Business District ". Speaking in Favor of the Rezoning: J. O. Bachus K. H. Conatser Speaking in Opposition of the Rezonina: Martin Peterson Philip Alford Joe Carlisle Don Peacock Charles Ross Rebuttal in Favor: J. O. Bachus K. H. Conatser Rebuttal in Opposition: Jo Ellen Onyshko Council discussion was heard on this issue. Councilman Taylor moved to approve the Planning and Zoning Committee's recommendation to deny the request of J. O. Bachus to rezone the 2700 block of Northwest Loop from R -1 to B -1. Councilman Zelman seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Nix, Johnson, Hodges and NOES: Mayor Lohrmann and 111 Zelman, Taylor, Wooley, Bailey. Councilman Evans. VII. AN ORDINANCE. Mayor Lohrmann announced that there was no need to deal with this item. VIII. CONSENT AGENDA. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 4th and January 18, 1994 B. BID CONSIDERATIONS 1. Approval of Specifications for Office Supplies 2. Authorize the Sale of Water Meters C. RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution Designating City -Owned Buildings Tobacco Free. 2. Resolution Ordering City General Election Councilman Evans moved to accept the Consent Agenda. Councilman Taylor seconded the motion. The motion carried UNANIMOUSLY by roll call vote. IX. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT. Administrator Davis distributed a memo which updates his report on the status of the City -wide cleanup. Three more substandard houses have been demolished, and the dollar figure shown includes equipment and manpower time. He reminded the Council that at its last meeting they approved a free entry into the landfill for City of Stephenville residents. There has been good publicity on this effort, good utilization by residents. Davis reported he is pleased and satisfied with the way the clean -up program is going. He reminded the Council that the recycling service provided by Waste Management is a free service. X. COUNCIL /CITIZENS GENERAL DISCUSSION. Mayor Lohrmann commented on newspaper article concerning the possibility of removing long distance phone call charge between Dublin and Stephenville. Councilman Bailey pointed out that the article was in error. City Secretary Joyce Pemberton expressed her appreciation to the Council, and announced that this will be her last official Council meeting as City Secretary. Elizabeth Zickefoose addressed the Council on the following matters: (1) Appreciation of the City Police Department and (2) Paluxy River Water Project. Bob Phillips was asked to show the Council his "City of Champions" shirt which he designed and made. 112 Mark Holan of the Stephenville Empire- Tribune inquired (( about the status of the Time Capsule and status of the "Wal -Mart Road" /"Wolfe Nursery Road" and the extension of Frey Street. Ronnie Isham reported that he expected completion of the Time Capsule project within a month. Don Davis reported that the street's issues are under consideration. XI. EXECUTIVE SESSION. In compliance with the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Law, Article 6252 -17, V.T.C.S., in accordance with the authority contained in Section 2(e), LEGAL: Don Blackwell v. City of Stephenville - Status report. XII. ACTION TAKEN (if any) on matters discussed in executive session: Mayor Lohrmann reconvened the Council into open session and the following actions were taken: Don Blackwell v. City of Stephenville: None There being no other business to come before the Council at this time, Mayor Lohrmann adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m. ATTEST: oyc Pemberton, City Secretary avinia Lo ann, Mayor 113 F RESOLUTION NO. 94 -02 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING MUNICIPALLY OWNED BUILDINGS AS TOBACCO FREE. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Stephenville, Texas, is concerned over the health of our citizens, customers, and employees; and WHEREAS, it is understood and accepted that second -hand smoke can be injurious to persons' health; and WHEREAS, the City Council feels that by declaring the City's buildings free of tobacco will provide a cleaner more pleasant workplace; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE, TEXAS: 1. That all municipally owned buildings are hereby designated as tobacco free areas. 2. Appropriate signs shall be displayed to inform employees and visitors of this policy. 3. Effective March 1, 1994. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this the 1st day of February, 1994. Lavinia Lo ann, Mayor Approved as to form and legality Randy Thomas, City Attorney NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION (AVISO DE ELECCION GENERAL) To the Registered Voters of the City of Stephenville, Texas: (A los votantes registrados del cuidad de Stephenville, Texas): Notice is hereby given that the polling place listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on May 7, 1994, for voting in a general election to elect a Mayor and four (4) City Council members. (Notifiquese, por las presente que las casillas electorales sitados abajo se abrian desde las 7:00 a.m. hasta las 7:00 p.m. el 7 de mayo de 1994 pars. votar en la Eleccion General para elegir alcade y quatro consejalmiembros. LOCATION OF POLLING PLACE (DIRECCION DE LAS CASILLAS ELECTORALES) City Recreation Building, 378 W. Long Street (Ciduad Edificio, 378 W. Long St.) EARLY VOTING by personal appearance will be conducted each weekday at: City Hall, 354 N. Belknap Street (Ciduad Edificio, 354 N. Belknap Street) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. beginning on April 18, 1994 and ending on May 3, 1994. entre las 8:30 a.m. de la manana y las 5:00 p.m. de la tarde empezando el 18 de abril de 1994 y teminando el 3 de mayo de 1994) Applications for Ballot by mail shall be mailed to: (Las solicitudes para boletas que se votaran en ausencia por correo deberan enviarse a:) Cindy Stafford 354 N. Belknap St. Stephenville, Texas 76401 Applications for ballots by mail must be received no later than the close of business on April 29, 1994. (Las solicitudes para boletas que se votaran en ausencial por correo deberan recibirse para el fin de las horas de negocio el 29 de abril 1994). Issued this the 1st day of February, 1994. (Emitada este dia 1 de febro de 1994.. Lavinia LdhTrmann, Mayor(alcalde) RESOLUTION NO. 94 -01 A RESOLUTION AND ORDER ESTABLISHING PROCEDURE FOR CITY GENERAL ELECTION. WHEREAS, the laws of the State of Texas and the Charter of the City of Stephenville, Texas, provide that on the first Saturday in May (May 7, 1994), there shall be elected the following officials for this City. One (1) Mayor One (1) Council Member, Place 2 One (1) Council Member, Place 4 One (1) Council Member, Place 6 One (1) Council Member, Place 8 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STEPHENVILLE, TEXAS: That all candidates at the election to be held on the first Saturday in May, 1994, for the above mentioned offices, file their application to become candidates with the City Secretary at City Hall, 354 N. Belknap Street, Stephenville, Texas, on or before the 31st day before the election, and that all said applications shall be on a form as prescribed by the Election Code of the State of Texas. All candidates shall file with said application the loyalty affidavit required by Article 6.02 of the Election Code. That the City Secretary shall, in accordance with the terms and provisions of Article 13.32 of the Election Code, post in her office the names of all candidates who have filed their applications in accordance with the terms and provisions of this resolution and order, and said names shall be posted in a conspicuous place in said office according to law. The order in which the names of the candidates are to be printed on the ballot shall be determined be a drawing by the City Secretary, as provided by Article 6.05c, Subd. 3, of the Election Code. Said election shall be held at the City Recreation Building, 378 W. Long Street, Stephenville, Texas. The City Secretary is hereby authorized and instructed to provide and furnish all necessary election supplies to conduct said election. The following named persons are hereby appointed officers for said election: Louise Skipper, Presiding Judge and Gloria Taylor, Alternate Judge. The clerks for the election will be appointed by the Presiding Judge in a number not to exceed eight (8) clerks. The poll at the above designated polling place shall, on said election day, be open from 7 o'clock a.m. to 7 o'clock p.m. Mary Robinson is hereby appointed early voting clerk. The early voting for said election shall be in Council Chambers at City Hall, 354 N. Belknap Street, and said place of early voting shall remain open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on each day for early voting, which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or an official State holiday, beginning on April 18, 1994, and continuing through May 3, 1994. The above described place for early voting is also the early voting clerk's address to which ballot applications and ballots voted by mail may be sent. Said election shall be held in accordance with the Election Code of the State of Texas and only resident qualified voters of the City of Stephenville shall be eligible to vote at said election. The Mayor shall give notice of this election in accordance with the terms and provisions of Article 4.05 of the Election Code. The Mayor shall issue all necessary orders and writs for said election. It is further found and detemined that in accordance with the order of this governing body the City Secretary posted written notice of the date, place, time and subject of this meeting on the bulletin board located in City Hall, a place convenient and readily accessible to the general public, and said notice having been posted and remaining posted continuously for at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled time of said meeting. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this ATTEST: yc Pemberton, City Secretary the 1st day of February, 1994. Lavinia L mann, Mayor