1969-05-22 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES206
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF -THE CITY OF
PEARLAND, TEXAS, HELD IN THE CITY HALL ANNEX ON MAY 22, 1969, AT
7:35 P. M.
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Pearland was cal-
led to order by Mayor Keller with the following present:
Mayor
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
Councilman
City Attorney
City Secretary
D. R. Keller
Aubrey G. Ellis
Melvin L. Black
Cecil W. Griffin
Carlton McComb
E. A. Wasek
Bobby Williams
Dorothy L. Cook
Absent: City Administrator Buford D. Waldrop
INVOCATION:
The invocation was given by James Matlock, Chaplain.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by CouncilMan Griffin, seconded by Councilman Black
that the minutes of the regular meeting held on May 8, 1969, be
approved. Motion passed 5 to 0. -
APPROVAL OF EXPENSES:
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Black
that the following checks be approved for payment:
Interest & Sinking Fund # 48 thru # 50
General Fund Payroll #2518 thru #2537
Water & Sewer Fund Payroll 2538 thru #2543
General Fund Expenses #630 thru ,#`654
Water & Sewer Fund Expenses # 4092 thru #4093
Motion passed 5 to 0.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT:
1. Mayor Keller acknowledged receipt of letter dated May 14,
1969, from the Clear Creek Estates/Twin Creek Woods Civic Club asking
that the proposed riew freeway be routed on the west side of Pearland.
2. Mayor Keller acknowledged receipt of a letter from Hal.l-
McGuff Architects dated May 8, 1969, regarding cost of architectural
model of the proposed City Hall and Police Building complex. This
fee would be (a) An hourly rate of $10.00 per hour, or tb) A
fixed fee of $500.00. Mayor Keller stated that .he 1'elt that this
$500.00 could be used to better advantage of tbo-0,ity in other places,
3. Mayor Keller acknowedged receipc'crf a letter from C. Wayne
Halder, Attorney for B. M. Jamison, of UA, stating that Cause No.
48,754 - 130 Judicial District - Brazoria County, Texas; B. M.
Jamison, et ux, vs. City of Pearland was set for trial on Monday,
August 11, 1969, 9.00 A. M. Notification letter from Mr. Holder
dated May 15, 1969.
4. Mayor Keller stated that a Siminar would be held in Austin
of May 23, 1969, by the Texas Industrial Development Board. This
will be called "Pearland Day in Austin." Mayor Keller stated that
he would not be able to attend but urged any Councilman who..00uld
to try and attend.
. 5. Mayor Keller referred letter dated May 13, 1969, from Mr.
W. E. Carmichael regarding drainage on the north side of FM 518 to
the Drainage Committee.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Proposed Freeway Route
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Ellis
that the previous resolution dated October 17, 1967, and passed by
the City Council, be rescinded as of this date. Motion passed 5 to
0.
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Griffin
that in view of the facts presented by the State Highway Department
and the County Commissioners during the meetings the City
.__ Council has had with them, that a resolution be prepared immediately,
and forwarded to these groups statingthat the City Council of the
City of Pearland now goes on record as favoring a westerly route for
the proposed freeway.. Motion passed 5 to 0.
City Attorney Williams instructed to prepare this resolution for
signature.
Corrigan Section II - Building_ Permits:
Council agreed to clarification of motion made in regular meeting
of April 24, 1969, regarding building permits in Corrigan Section
II. The intent of this motion was that only building permits,on
the north side of Apple Springs Drive which are tied into the sewer
line serving Corrigan Section I to be released. All other permits
to be withheld pending final compliance with the Subdivision Ordin-
ance.
Extension of Westminister Drive:
Councilman McComb reported that extension of'Westminister Drive is
bec.waing , a speedway. Councilman ,90mb asked the Street Sign
Committee to put up stop signs at the intersection of Westminister
Drive and Windsor Drive. Councilman Black stated that the Street
Sign Committee was in the process of rearranging stop signs in the
City. A discussion was held regarding barricading the part of
Westminister Drive which runs into the extension of Westminister
Drive which is not recognized as a street by the City. Councilman
Ellis requested that the City Attorney give an opinion by the next
regular Council meeting on the possibilities of barricading this steel:
and installing a ":"ead End"-gign, also the possibility of posting a
sign stating that this is not a City maintained street .nor has it
been accepted into the City's street system. This information to
be both legal and physical. This barricade would be where City
ownership of the street ends.
Water Bond Funds:
Councilman McComb made the following recommendations regarding ex-
tending water service with remaining bond Funds; and cost estimates
be prepare % 8" main going up Mykay..a Road up to Brookland Acres.
2. Dixie Farm Road south to City Limits line.
3. Dixie Farm Road north ln�o Rayburn Lane.
Mayor Keller suggested that a feasibility study needed to be made
due to the fact that our water supply to industrial areas would be
an important factor in attracting needed industries.
After discussion it was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by
Councilman McComb that the City Engineer review our present water
systems vith an eye towards unifying the two and what would be the
most feasible way of giving us adequate fire protection and water
service with what we presently have. Motion passed 4 to 0.
Councilman Ellis absent at this time.
Councilman Griffin requested the Council be furnished with the amount
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of bond funds which are unincumbered.
Brazoria County -Cities- Association:
It was moved by Councilman Griffin, seconded by Councilman Wasek that
the City of Pearland join the Brazoria County Cities Association and
pay the annual $12.00 dues. Motion passed 4 to 0. Councilman
Ellis absent at this time.
Drainage Committee:
Putter Park:
Councilman Wasek reported on the problem posed to the Council by the
owners of Putter Park regarding tying onto City sewer line. The
recommendation of the Committee would be for Putter Park to tie onto
the manhole on Highway 518. Mayor Keller stated he would inform
the owners of Putter Park of this recommendation.
Drainage - Turner Addition:
Councilman Wasek to continue to work with the Drainage District on
this -problem. Mayor Keller requested that the Committee come back
to the Council with a firm recommendation by the next Council meeting.
Major Sewer Repairs:
It was moved by Councilman Ellis, seconded by Councilman Wasek that
we authorize the Public Workts Director to acquire whatever labor
and materials are necessary to make emergency repairs on the sewer
line breaks on South Main Street and Walnut, and 400 feet south of
Walnut and South Main Street. Motion passed 5 to 0.
Street Sign Committee:
Councilman Black recommended that the City purchase the 30" machine
for signs. Councilman Black asked the Council whether they would
like to have numbers and name on the street signs or just the name.
It was moved by Councilman Black, seconded by Councilman McComb that
the City purchase a 30" sign making machine (3M) for approximately
$945.00.
It was moved by Councilman Black, seconded by Councilman Griffin
that the above motion be postponed until the next regular meeting.
Motion passed 4 to 1. Councilman Wasek opposed.
Employee's Benefits & Policies Committee:
Pay. Scale and GF Classification - Citj Em to ees:
Councilman Black presented General Wage Schedule proposal to the
City Council. Councilman Black suggested that this be put into
effect on June 1, 1969, after it has been determined whether or not
funds are available. This information to be furnished to the
Council as soon as possible, for action at the next Council meeting.
Street Names:
Mayor Keller stated that we have a problem of street numbers on
North and South Main and East and West Brjftq� bcti.Wh8fstreet
numbers continue to increase through the/North Main and South Main
and East Broadway Bnd West Broadway.
Mayor Keller proposed that we communicate with our Planning Commissior
already established and have them make a recommendation on this
problem.
Physical Planning & Devel02ment Committee:
Richt of Wav - Oranae Street:
Ellis
Councilman reported on, the difference in the two surveys on Orange
Street. One survey was used for the staking: of Orange Street and
the other is a recent survey made by same engineer for Larry Loessin
which indicates part of the right of way is on individually owned
property. Councilman Ellis stated he had met with Larry Loessin
on this problem. Councilman Ellis reported Mr. Loessin would presen-
a proposal to the Council if the survey he had made was correct.
Mayor Keller proposed that Councilman Ellis meet wit]; the City
Engineer and find out what has happened on this right of way.
OLD BUSINESS:
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Weeds, Brush & Rubbish Ordinance:
A discussion ,,as held regarding the proposed ordinance which would
replace Ordinance No. 118. Councilman Wasek requested an opinion
from the City Attorney regarding the liability of the City ?,:hen
cutting grass as regards„to damaging trees, fences, etc.
Mayor Keller assigned a .special committee consisting of the Health
and Sanitation Chairman,'City Attorney and City Health Officer to
establish guidelines for City notifying persons to clean property.
This -�.aould be such as the height of grass and what would constitute
unsightly and unsanitary matter.
Mayor Keller read Ordinance No. 176 in full and it teas moved by
Councilman Blau:, seconded by Councilman Ellis that: the following
Ordinance be passed and adopted. Said Ordinance reading in caption
as follows:
ORDINANCE NO. 176
AN ORDINANCE TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC HEALTH
AND PROMOTE THE PUBLIC WELFARE OF THE CITY
OF PEARLAND, TEXAS, BY REQUIRING OWNERS OR
OCCUPANTS OF LOTS IN THE CITY OF PEARLAND,
TEXAS, TO KEEP SAID LOTS FREE FROM WEEDS,
RUBBISH, BRUSH AND OTHER UNSIGHTLY OR UN-
SANITARY
NSANITARY MATTER; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE TO BE
GIVEN TO OWNERS OR PREMISES IN CASE OF FAILURE
OF OWNER TO MAKE LOTS AND/OR PREMISES SANITARY
AND SIGHTLY, THAT THE SAME MAY BE DONE AT THE
EXPENSE OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND; PROVIDING
FOR THE FIXING OF A LIEN AGAINST SUCH LOTS
FOR SUCH IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING PENALTIES
FOR VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE; PROVIDING
A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND REPEALING ALL
,ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.
Said Ordinance to be effective after publication of caption only.
Motion passed 3 to 1. Councilman McComb opposed.
Councilman Wasek not present at this time.
Speed Zone Ordinance:
Mayor Keller read Ordinance No. 1?7 in full, and it was moved by
Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Griffin that the following
ordinance be passed and adopted:
ORDINANCE NO. 177
AN ORDINANCE ALTERING THE PRIMA SPEED LIMITS
ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES UNDER THE PROVISIONS
OF ARTICLE 6701D, VERNONIS TEXAS CIVIL STATUTES
UPON THE BASIS OF AN ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC
INVESTIGATION, UPON CERTAIN STREETS AND HIGHWAYS,
OR PARTS THEREOF, WITHIN THE CORPORATION LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, BRAZORIA COUNTY, TEXAS,
AS SET OUT IN THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING A PENALTY
OF A FINE NOT TO EXCEED $200 FOR THE VIOLATION OF
THIS ORDINANCE, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT HEREWITH.
Said ordinance to be effective after publication of caption only.
Motion passed 5 to 0.
Civil Defense Coordinator:
It was moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Black that
Mr. Harold Sanders be appointed Civil Defense Uaordinetor for the
City of Pearland. Motion, passed 5 to 0.
Postponed Motion Water & Sewer Tap Fees:
It vas moved by Councilman McComb, seconded by Councilman Griffin
that the motion regarding eater and sewer tap fees made on September
28, 1967, be resciinded and that any home that had a permit issued
before November 1, 1967, be permitted tp pay the old tap fee for
water and sewer. Motion passed 5 to 0.
NEW BUSINESS:
Water Meter Bids:
It was moved by Councilman Wasek, seconded by...CouncilmAn JEllis that
the City Administrator be guthorized to advertise for water meter
bids to be effective At the termination of our present contrast.
Report on Pending, Items:
Council requested writton report -on the various matters -pending with
professional employees,
Street & Bridge SuLerintendent:
The Chairman of the Street & Bridge Zommittee requested that an ad
be placed in the local paper, the Houston est aP4 HQnstoa Ohronicle
for a Street & Bridge Supprintpndent.
ADJOURN:
It was moved by Councilman $34wk, seconded by ; ouncilmAn McComb
that the meeting adjourn Moti4>n passed 5 to 0.
Meeting adjourned 10:00 P. M.
Min s approved as read and/or corrected this the ZA day of
A. D. 1969.
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By:
ATTEST:
City Secretary
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