HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968-11-05 - Regular City Council1.25
Stephenville, Texas
November 5, 1968
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,
- Garlan Loudermilk, Charles Riggins, W. M. Irwin, Telefus Cawyer, Raymond Anderson,.
and Mrs. Fred McCloskey. Others present were Director of Public Works Gann,
Chief Cornell, Assistant Chief McCoy, and City Attorney Chandler.
Minutes of previous meetings were read and approved.
Mr. Harlan Huey appeared before the council asking that approval be given to the
preliminary plat of the West Gate Addition.
It was moved by Councilman Irwin, seconded by Councilman Metsgar, that the pre-
liminary plat of the West Gate Addition be approved. Motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Huey also registered a complaint of Assistant Chief of Police stopping a car
and cursing in the presence of Mr. Huey's daughter.
Assistant Chief McCoy appeared before the council and stated that he did not curse
in the presence of Mr. Huey's daughter. Mr. McCoy stated that on the night in
question that he stopped a car on the South Loop that was traveling at a high rate
of speed. Mr Huey's daughter was with the driver of the speeding car. Mr. McCoy
stated that he talked to the driver but no ticket was issued; however the driver
of the car did curse the police at that time and at a later time the same night.
A group of property owners on Barker and Rowland streets appeared before the
council. Mr. Angerman, spokesman for the group, stated that the water way in
back of their property has grown up and is in need of being cleaned out to avoid
possible flooding. Each property owner is agreeable to giving easements to the
city, provided the city will maintain the water way. �-
The Mayor appointed the Sewer Committee to work with engineers and City Attorney
and report back to the council.
Dr. Cedars appeared before the council stating that there is a need to establish
a resr-ue service in the city and county. There are several factors that cause
the rising number of fatalities especially in the rural areas. Some of these
factors are the delay in getting accident victims to the hospital, and not having
trained persons at the scene of the accidents.
9r. Cedars stated that the city fire department has a rescue truck with some
equipment, and also has trained personell who operate the rescue equipment.
The Mayor asked the Fire Committee to meet with Dr. Cedars and report back to
the council.
Mr. Ed New, representing Ernst and Ernst Auditors, appeared before the council
and presented each council member a copy of the city financial report. Mr. New
discussed this report in detail.
The council expressed appreciation to Mr. New and his firm for the report and
the prompt manner in which the audit was done.
The following bid received for addressograph equipment:
1 new embossing machine-- ----------------------- $2,767.80
1 new addressograph machine--------------- - - - - -- 4,820.10
Councilman Irwin suggested
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carried unanimously.
Councilman Herrin reported
that the city Secretary go and see the machine in
it will do the necessary work.
Anderson, seconded by Councilman Riggins, that City
and see the equipment in operation and that he be
�r for equipment best suited for city use. Motion
that the new police cars have not been delivered.
Councilman Irwin reported that street department has been resurfacing some more
city streets. Also reported a need to place paving on the roads in city
cemetaries. Also reported that the deed has been signed for right of way to
extend West Frey street.
The Mayor read a letter from Mr. Oscar Hammitt requesting that Second street
from Hyman street to South Loop be opened up at city expense.
It was moved by Councilman Irwin, seconded by Councilman Riggins that the
opening of Second `street be at the expense of property owners in that area.
Motion carried unanimously.
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Councilman Anderson reported there is a problem of installing a 6 inch water line
in a subdivision owned by Vernon Morgan. Director of Public Works reported that
this problem has been worked out and the 6 inch line is now being installed.
Councilman Cawyer reported that the water problem between Rowland street and'
Barker street has been discussed with Mr. Gann and it was agreed to consult
Homer Hunter Associates at the first opportunity.
Councilman Loudermilk reported that a retirement plan for City employees is
needed, this will be discussed farther as soon as more information is avail-
able. Councilman Loudermilk reported that Mr. Chester Parham and Ben Young ,
have called complaining of an increase in city tax on their property for the
year 1968. Both persons claim they did not receive a notice from the Board
of Equalization. Discussed and no action taken.
The council discussed a complaint received from Velma Jackson that 2 minimums
billa are charged each month. This is in accordance with city policy as Mrs.
Jackson-operates a beauty shop in her home.
Councilwoman McClaskey reported that the Arts and Crafts sale was a great
success. Also presented a yearly report of the activities of the recreation
program.
Councilman Riggins reported that the library will need furniture and shelving
the specifications should be ready soon.
The council was presented the preliminary plat of the Hillcrest Addition.
It was moved by Councilman Herrin, seconded by Councilman Irwin, to approve
the preliminary plat of the Hillcrest Addition, also that the final plat
cannot be approved untill the sewage disposal system in the area meets
approval of city engineer. Motion carried unanimously.
There being no other business at this time the cil stood adjouned, sub-
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