1969-05-08 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES201:
A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE ' CITY OF
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Pearland was
called to order by Mayor Keller vrith the following --present:
'Mayor D. R. Keller
Councilman Aubrey G. Ellis
Councilman Melvin L. Black
Councilman Cecil W. Griffin
Councilman Carlton McComb
City Administrator Buford D. Waldrop
City Secretary Dorothy L. Cook
Absent: Councilman E. A,.. Was-ek
INVOCATION:
The invocation was given by W. A. Steed, Minister of Music, First
Baptist Church, Pearland, Teras.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Griffin tha'
the minutes of the regular meeting held on April 24, 1969, be -approve,
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as corrected. Motion passed 4 to 0.
_ It was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman McComb that
the minutes of the special meeting held on April 24, 1969, be approve(`
Motion passed 4 to 0.
APPROVAL OF EXPENSES:
It was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Ellis that
the following checks be approved for payment, with the exception of. ,
General Fund Check No. 611 - P. L. Marquess.
General Fund Payroll #2493 thru #2512
Water & Sewer Payroll #2513 thru #2517
General Fund Expenses # 590 thru # 629 V611 i-,1fhhP1J &
#593' void )
Water & Sewer Fund Expenses #4065 thru 0091
Water Construction Fund # 204 thru #205
Sewer Construction Fund #117 thru #119
Sanitation Fund #107 thru #108
Motion passed 4 to 0.
MAYOR 'S 'ACTIVITY REPORT:
Mayor Keller reported that the Texas Municipal League, Region 14,
would have a meeting on May 17, 1969,at the Holiday Inn, Columbus,
Texas, 7:00 P. M.
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City of Pearland vs James C. Young:
Mayor Keller reported that the Attorney, Thomas J. Graham, has filed
a motion to vaeate'the Judgment of April 22, 1969, on the above case.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Councilman McComb reported that he and Councilman Ellis had talked to
Commissioner Jordan and that Orange Street would be completed as soon
as the vtieather permitted.
Street & Bridge:
It ias moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman. Black that
the City Administrator and Public Work's Director be authorized at
the appropriate time'to put shell on the Old Alvin Road in front of
the net fire station, for the distance that ..sill be in order. Also,
that a 6" to 8" compact base on the road bed be prepared before put-
ting dove the shell. Motion passed 3 to 1. Councilman Griffin
opposed.
Water & Sei er Tap Fees:
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Griffin
that the motion regarding water and sewer tap fees'made on September
28, 1961x, be rescinded and that any home that had a permit issued
before November 1, 1967, be permitted to pay the old tap fee for Ovate_
and sewer.
It was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Ellis that
the above motion be postponed until the next regular meeting in order
to determine how much money would be involved if the City refunded
the difference between the nev, rates and old rates to the citizens
involved. Motion passed 3 to 1. Councilman McComb opposed.
Mayor Keller assigned this to the Physical Planning and Development
Committee for their recommendation.
Amount of money involved to be furnished the Committee by City Hall
forces.
Councilman Ellis requested a survey of the tap fees and building
inspection charges of neighboring cities to see if our fees and charge
are in line.
Street Signs:
Councilman Black reported that the Street Sign Committee is actively
engaged in coming up with type of signs to be used by the City and
should have examples to present to the Council by the next regular
meeting.
Unplatted Subdivisions:
Mayor Keller assigned the Physical Planning and Development Committee
the question of the unplatted subdivisions - wager, sewer and street
development. The Committee to meet with the City Attorney and who-
ever else would be of benefit and attempt to have a preliminary
meeting and set up a T„orkshop meeting so the Council can get back
together and resolve this question prior to the next Council meeting.
CITIZENS:
Lee Plyler - Letter dated May 11 1969, requestion answer of petition.
Mayor Keller stated that on the advice of the City Attorney the
action was "no action” on this petition.
Mayor Keller recessed the meeting at 8:30 P. M. Reconvened at
8:38 P. M.
OLD BUSINESS:
Expansion of City Hall:
It was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman McComb
that the City accept the Design Development Drawings on the expansion
of the City Hall and approve Check No. 3 in the amount of $1,587.79
payable to Hall-McGuff Architects. Motion passed 4 to 0.
City Administrator stated that the public address system was over-
looked in plans for the Council Chamber and he recommended that
�- siring be installed for a P. A. system. Also, the type of table for
the Council Chamber should be decided. Council agreed.to an in-
verted semi circle type table and wiring for .P; A. system in Council
Chamber. Wiring for music to also be included for the entire build-
ing.
North End Sewer System:
It was moved by Councilman Black, seconded by Councilman Ellis that
the force main plan for the North End Sewer System be abandoned.
Motion passed 4 to 0.
It Teas moved by Councilman Black, seconded by Councilman Griffin
that the City authorize the City Attorney to proceed with condemnation
of the 4+ acres in Turin Creek Woods presently owned by E. A. Kelly,
for use as a sanitary sewer site. Motion passed 4 to 0.
�— Mayor Keller read a letter from the Texas Health Department dated
May 6, 1969, stating approval for the construction of this project
subject to the following:
1. Permit requirements of the Texas Water Quality
Board.
2. An addendum be issued calling for laboratory equipment
in the base bid (Section H2 of the Design Criteria)
and protection of public eater supply.
Revised Weed Ordinance:
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Copy of the revised Weed Ordinance to be mailed to all Councilmen for
action at the next regular meeting.
Firework's Ordinance No.,3�:
A discussion was held vith Mr. Cole, operator of two firework's stands
on North Main Street. Mr. Cole stated that he itould have the
building located on the east side of Main Street torn dov,,n shortly.
Certified Public AccountiniL Firm:
It bras moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Black that
the Certified Accounting Firm of Main Lerentz & Company be engaged
to audit the financial records of the City of Pearland for the current
fiscal year, and that the results of this examination be reported in
the local netjspaper. Motion passed 4 to 0.
City Administrator requested to contact Mr. Marquess regarding the
check withheld, as it appears we are paying in advance for his audits.
NEW BUSINESS:
It t,,:as moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Black that
ORDINANCE NO. 175.be passed, approved and adopted on the first and
final reading. Said Ordinance No. 175 reading in caption as follows:
AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING A BOARD OF EQUALIZATION FOR
THE YEAR 1969, PRESCRIBING SAID BOARD'S DUTIES, 00M`
PENSATION AND OATH; FIXING THE TIME FOR THE FIRST
MEETING; PROVIDING THAT ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFEUT
FROM AND AFTER ITS ADOPTION; AND CONTAINING OTHER
PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE SUBJECT.
That, Toby Lytle, Henry V. Mingerelli and George Hastings be appointcc-1
as members of the Equalization Board for 1969 and that compensation
be $10.00 for each member, for each and every day they are actively
engaged in lork on the Board. Date of first meeting July 14, 1969.
Motion passed 4 to 0.
Tractor Backhoe and Loader/All Purpose Tractor:
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Griffin
that the City Administrator be authorized to advertise for bids on
Tractor Backhoe and Loader - Bid No. 69-7, and All Purpose Tractor
Bid No. 69-8. This equipment to be At.iierican made only. Motion
passed 4 to 0.
Permit - Chamber of Commerce - Firework's Display:
It was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman McComb
that the City grant a special permit to the Chamber of Commerce for
a display of regulated firework's at a specified location as approved
by the Fire Marshal and Chief of Police. Permit to be for July 1,
1969. Motion passed 4 to 0.
City Health Officer:
It s:as moved by Councilman Ellis, seconded by Councilman McComb that
Dr. David Arm?aruster be appointed City Health Officer for the year
beginning April 16, 1969. Motion passed 4 to 0.
Director of Civil Defense:
Director of Civil Defense to be appointed at next regular Council
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meeting to replace Hughie Raney who has asked to be relieved of this
duty due to busy work schedule.
ADJOURN:
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Black that
the meeting adjourn. Motion passed 4 to 0.
Meeting adjourned by motion 9:30
Minutes approved as read and/or corrected this the day of
A. D. 1969.
CITY
By:__
Attest:
City Secreta
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