1968-11-14 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES112
MINUTES _OF.A.,REGULAR..MEETING.,OF THE CITY. COUNCIL. OF THE.CITY OF PEARLAND
TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL ANNEX ON NOVEMBER -14,- 1966, AT 7=3 P. M.
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Pearland was called
to order by Mayor D. R. Keller with the following present:
Absent:
INVOCATION
Mayor
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
City Administrator
City Secretary
Chaplain
Councilman
D. R. Keller
Gene E. Sanders
Dale Watson
Aubrey G. Ellis
B. J. Courtright
Buford D. Waldrop
Dorothy L. Cook
James Matlock
E. A. Was ek
The invocation was given by Chaplain James Matlock.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Ellis that the
minutes of the regular meeting held on October 24, 1968, be approved.
Motion passed 3 to 0. Councilman Sanders not present at this time.,
It was moved by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Ellis that I
the minutes of the executive session held on October 24, 1968, be
approved. Motion passed 3 to 0. Councilman Sanders not present at this
time.
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APPROVAL OF EXPENSES:
City Administrator requested authority for he and bookkeeper to sign
garbage checks. Council advised Administrator that previous legal council
had stated that the signing of checks was the responsibility of the
Council members. It was suggested by Councilman Sanders that legal
Council again be contacted on this issue.
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Watson
that the following checks be approved for payment.
Water & Sewer Fund - Payroll
General Fund - Payroll
Water & Sewer Fund Expense
General Fund Expense
Interest & Sinking Fund
Sewer Construction Fund
Sanitation Fund
Motion passed 4 to 0.
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It was moved by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Courtright that
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the regular meeting scheduled for November 28, 1968, be held on
December 5,_l968; the regular meeting of December 12, 1968, be held
on December 19, 1968; no meeting on December 26, 1968. Motion
passed 4 to 0.
MAYORIS ACTIVITY REPORT:
Mayor Keller discussed the rate increase granted to the United Gas
Company. He stated that the increase granted to the United Gas Company
was an amount equal to the rates now charged by the Houston Natural
Gas Company. This amount was no the amount requested by the Gas Company.
United Gas Company had asked for a rate highOr than the amount authorized
by the Council.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
North Main Street, Clear Creek Estates & Twin Creek Woods Water Lines:
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Ellis that
the Engineer and City Administrator be instructed to prepare necessary
documents for taking bids on December 19, 1968, for the North Main
Street water trunk line, and the Clear Creek Estates and Twin Creek
Woods.water distribution system. Motion passed 4 to 0.
Airport Private Dump Site:
Councilman Watson requested that the City Health Officer Dr. David
r— Armbruster make some analysis of the dumping grounds at the private dump
site on Old Alvin Road in in Airport Subdivision.
Traffic Control and Streets:
Councilman Watson requested information on the status of traffic control
on North Main and Orange Street, East Broadway at Old Alvin Road and
Main Street and Broadway (left turn signal.) City Administrator
advised that the highway department has installed new signals at
Main and Broadway which have eleviated this problem to some extent.
The Planners and Highway Department are also making traffic surveys..
Orange Street:
Councilman Ellis reported that he had talked to County Commissioner
Jordan and was told that it would possibly be spring before Orange
Street was completed.
Fire Station:
A drawing of the proposed fire station was presented to the Council.
rApproximate cost $27,000.00. This would include 2400 square feet
of paving for driveway. Council committee to continue to.work with
Fire Department until this matter is resolved.
Gas Lines - Yost Road:
Councilman Ellis requested that the City Administrator contact the
Houston Natural Gas Company and ask if they would be willing to install
gas lines on Yost Road at this time.
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City Hall and City Hall Annex Parking and Driving Area:
Councilman Sanders requested that the area around City Hall and City
Hall Annex be striped for driving and parking area.
CITIZENS:
1. Mr. Rod Gorman - Mr. Gorman had requested to appear before the Council,
however, he was not present at the meeting.
2. Mr. 0. R. Stewart - representing the Regency Park Civic Club.
Mr. Stewart stated that on May 28, 1968, the Civic Club
requested that the City ask the Drainage District to clean
out the ditches adjacent to Regency Park.
City Administrator requested to write a letter to the
Drainage District since it was an apparent oversite at the
time of the request.
Mr. Stewart stated that there is a very deep hole in one of
the ditches which could be an attractive nuisance to the
children of the area.
Mr. Stewart also stated that traffic was still a problem
on Rose Road. Also, the naming of the street or road (Rose
Road) was discussed. He wanted to know if the road had been
officially named by the City.
Mr. Stewart stated that some of the citizens of Regency
Park were having difficulty with the sewage. Manholes on
Randall need to be checked.
Council requested the Administrator to contact Public Work's
Director about this problem.
It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Courtright
that upon determination that the right of ways in the subdivisions are
in order and have been properly dedicated to the City, that the City
accept into its street system the streets in all subdivisions platted
and built prior to the incorporation or annexation of those subdivisions
and that the subdivider be contacted with regard to the sections of
streets that have never been developed in an effort to have them
developed to city standards.
After discussion Councilman Courtright withdrew his second of the motion.
Motion died for lack of a second.
3. Mr. Mel Black - representing the Clear Creek Estates Twin Creek
Wood Civic Club.
Mr. Black requested that the City take the streets in Clear
Creek Estates and Twin Creek Woods into the City's street
system for maintenance.
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Watson
that upon determination that the right of ways in the subdivisions of
Clear Creek Estates and Twin Creek Woods are in order and have been
properly dedicated to the City, that the City accept into its street
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system the streets that have been previously developed and constructed
in these subdivision and contact the subdividers with regard to the
sections of streets .that have never been developed in an effort to have
them developed to city standards. Motion passed 4 to 0.
OLD BUSINESS:
Utility Agreement - Charles Kliesing:
City Administrator read agreement with Charles Kliesing regarding
utilities to Colony Park Subdivision and recommended that the Bouncil
accept this agreement-.
It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Ellis that
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the utility agreement between the City of Pearland and Charles Kliesing
developer of Colony Park Subdivision be accepted contingent on the final
passage of Annexation Ordinance No. 163 and No. 166. Motion passed
4 to 0.
Annexation Ordinance No. 163 - Charles Kliesing, et ux:
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Ellis
that Ordinance No. 163 be adopted on third and ,final reading. Caption
of Ordinance reading as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 163
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, RECEIVING
AND ANNEXING AS A PART OF SAID CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS,
THE FOLLOWING UNINHABITED TERRITORY LYING ADJACENT TO
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS.
Voting "aye" for the motion. Councilman. Courtright and Councilman
Ellis.
Voting "no" - Councilman Sanders and Councilman Watson.
Mayor Keller voting to break tie vote - "aye" Motion carried 3 to 2.
Annexation Ordinance No. 166. - DeWitt Green, et ux:
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Ellis
that Ordinance No. 166 be adopted on the third and final reading.
Caption of Ordinance reading as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 166
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, RECEIVING
AND ANNEXING AS A PART OF SAID CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS,
THE FOLLOWING INHABITED TERRITORY LYING ADJACENT TO
THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS.
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Voting "aye" for the motion: Councilman Courtright and Councilman
Ellis.
Voting "no: - Councilman Sanders and Councilman Watson.
Mayor Keller voing to break tie vote - ffaye." Motion carried 3 to 2.
Mobile Homes Ordinance No. 164:
It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Courtright
that Ordinance No. 164 - Mobile Home Ordinance be adopted on third
and final reading with Section 3 of the'Ordinance being changes as
follows:
"It shall be unlawful to park or place for occupanpy as a residence
any mobile home on any street, alley, lot, tract, or parcel of land
in the City for a period longer than forty-eight (48) hours, without
written permission from the City Administrator and/or Mayor, such
period not to exceed 7 days, except in a mobile home camp or park
as authorized and permitted by the City of Pearland." Caption
of Ordinance reads as follows:
ORDINANCE N0. 1.64
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PE ARLAND, TEXAS
PROHIBITING MOBILE HOMES FROM ANY LOT, TRACT OR
PARCEL OF LAND NOT AUTHORIZED THEREFOR BY THE CITY
OF PEARLAND; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED
TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS (200.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE.
Motion passed 3 to 1. Councilman Watson opposed.
Sewer Easements - WPC TEX 455:
Executed copies of deeds not in hand at this time.
Sewer Easement - Pearland Independent School District:
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Watson
that the City accept the deed executed by James Bost, President of
the Pearland Independent School'District's Board of Trustees, granting
easement for sewer line on property owned by the School District. This
acceptance based on the recommendation of the City Administrator.
Motion passed 4 to 0.
Sewer Lines - Block 10 and Block 12 - Sleepy Hollow Subdivision:
It was moved by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Ellis that
based on the recommendation of Public Work's Director and City
Administrator, the City accept the deed to the sewer lines in Block 10
and Block 12 of Sleepy Hollow Subdivision.
Mayor Keller recessed the meeting at 9:43 P. M.
Meeting reconvened at 9:52 P. M.
Voting on the motion to accept deed to Sleepy Hollow Subdivision
sewer lines in Block 10 and Block 12. Motion carried 4 to 0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Appropriation Ordinance No. 168 - Approval of Budget 1968/1969:
At the request of Councilman Sanders, a member of the Budget Committee,
Mayor Keller disbanded the Finance Committee. This action due to the
fact that the budget was prepared by the City Administrator for submission
to the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Courtright, seconded by Councilman Watson
that Ordinance No. 168 - Appropriation Ordinance be passed and adopted
on first and final reading. Caption of Ordinance reading as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 168
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS,
PROVIDING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1968-69 BY
APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR SAID PERIOD AND
APPROPRIATING AND SETTING ASIDE THE NECESSARY
FUNDS OUT OF THE GENERAL AND OTHER REVENUES OF
THE CITY OF PEARLAND FOR SAID FISCAL YEAR FOR THE
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
AND FOR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES AND IMPROVEMENTS OF THE
CITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Motion passed 4 to 0.;
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Ordinance No. 169 - Levying Taxes 1968 -69: -
It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Courtright
that the tax levy be set 'at $1.15 on each one hundred (100.00) dollar
valuation of property, said tax being so levied and apportioned to
the specific purposes herein set forth: (1) For the maintenance and
support of the general government (General Fund) the sume of $.573 on
each $100.00 valuation of property, and (2) For the Interest and
Sinking Fund, the sumo of $.613 on each $100.00 valuation of property.
Said ordinance to be passed on first and final reading captioned as
follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 169
AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES FOR THE USE AND
SUPPORT OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, AND PROVIDING FOR THE INTEREST
AND SINKING FUND FOR THE YEAR 1968-69, AND AP-
PORTIONING EACH LEVY FOR THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE.
Motion passed 4 to 0.
Petition for Annexation - Harlan B. Bixby, et ux.
It was moved by Councilman Ellis, seconded by Councilman Sanders that
petition for annexation - Harlan B. Bixby, et ux, Lot 6, Block 6,
Shadycrest Subdivision be accepted and ordinance annexing this property
into the City of Pearland be prepared for passage by the City Council.
Motion passed 3 to:_l. Councilman Courtright opposed.
ADJOURN:
Meeting adjourned by motion 10:30 P. M.
Minutes approved as read and/or corrected this 5 day of December
A. D. 1968.
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BY:
Mayor
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City Secretar _