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1967-12-28 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTESMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Pearland was called to order by Mayor Keller with the following present: Mayor Councilman Cpuncilman Councilman Councilman City Administrator City Engineer City Attorney Chaplain Absent: Councilman INVOCATION: D. R. Keller Aubrey G. Ellis Gene E. Sanders Dale Watson E. A. Was ek Jerry D. Henderson William C. Walsh Cesare J. Galli, Jr. James Matlock B. J. Courtright Invocation was given by Mr. James Matlock. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Watson that the minutes of a regular meeting held on December 14, 1967, be approved as corrected. Motion passed 3 to 0 MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT: 1. Mayor Keller reported that he had received a letter dated November 20, 1967 from the law firm, Simmons and Williams, concerning various benefits due the widow of Officer Wendell. Mr. Galli reported that this matter is being taken care of by his office. 2. Mayor Keller exhibited a letter, dated December 13, 1967 from Mr. E. Earl Jackson which reads as follows: "Mayor Dan Keller 12/13/67 City Hall Pearland, Texas 77581 Dear Sir: This letter of understanding concerning the extension of the City of Pearland's public sewer as per my °telephone conversation with you on December 12, 1967. It is hereby understood that the sewer will be extended just inside (approximately 2 to 3 feet south of my north property line) at 2314 Creekridge at the present time due to no foreseeable additions to said sewer line. In the unlikely but possible event, i 2-42: the need for an extension beyond my south property line, I'understand and am fully aware of my obligation to pay for the extension to my south property line. I also understand that at any time in the future the sewer is tapped immediately north of and adjacent to my property that such party acquiring said sewer tap is obligated and will reimburse me, or my successors to ownership of my property, the total amount sent by me to cross said property at the rate of 2.00 per foot frontage before the City of Pearland agrees to issue said sewer tap. Thank you for your cooperation. Sincerely, /sl E. Earl Jackson" 3. Mayor Keller read a letter from R. B. Riddle, Texas State Department of Health, dated December 18, 1967, advising that an inspection would be made of the sewer plants sometime in January, 1968. 4. Mayor Keller also reported having received the drawing from the State Highway Department concerning the blinking light at the intersection of Highway 35 and F. M. 518 as requested by the Fire Department. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Councilman Ellis entered the meeting at 7:55 P. M. Councilman Ellis made the recommendation and moved that the necessary I street signs be installed at the intersection of Ryan Acres Drive at McLean Road; the intersection of Magnolia Drive at McLean Road; Fite Road at McLean Road; also, street light be installed at Broadway at McLean Road; street lights at the intersection of Scott Lane at Mykawa Road. Motion was seconded by Councilman Watson. Motion passed 4 to 0. SUBDIVISIONS: On the recommendation of City Administrator and the City Engineer it was moved by Councilman Ellis, seconded by Councilman Watson that the final plat of Corrigan Addition Section I be approved. Motion passed 4 to 0. APPROVAL OF EXPENSES: It was moved by:..Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Wasek that the payroll for the period ending December 20, 1967, be approved. Motion passed 4 to 0. It was moved by Councilman Waston, seconded by Councilman Sanders that check list dated December 28, 1967 for Check Nos. 2986 thru 2999 inclusive be approved for payment. Motion passed 4 to 0. It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Watson that the checks withheld at the previous meeting be authorized for payment 24x3. with the exception of Check No. 2985 for 1500.00, made payable to Jack Harrison. Motion passed 4 to 0. HEALTH ORDINANCE: After the proposed ordinance was read by caption, it was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Ellis that the proposed Health Ordinance captioned as follows be passed on second reading. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PEARLAND, TEXAS PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ANNUAL HEALTH CERTIFICATES, RENEWAL" THEREOF, AND FOR INSPECTION FEES. Motion passed 4 to 0. WATER ORDINANCE: After a lengthy discussion concerning the proposed water ordinance that would require anyone within 150 feet of a city water main to connect his facilities thereto, it was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Watson that the proposed ordinance be referred to the City Administrator and City Attorney for further study and recommendations. Motion passed 3 to 1. Councilman Wasek voted "no." APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATION FOR POLICE CARS: It was moved by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Ellis to approve the specifications for a new police car with the additional requirement of a 5% cashier's check each bid, but delete from the. specifications the push-button AM radio, and that the City Administrator be authorized to advertise for bids to be received until 7:30 P. M. January 25, 1968. Motion passed 4 to 0. WATER LINE EXTENSION: It was moved by Councilman Ellis, seconded by Councilman Sanders that upon the recommendation of the City Administrator, the City Engineer be authorized to issue a Change Order to the Mainland Construction Company for the extension of a 6/1 water line approximately 200 feet from the right-of-way line of Regal Oaks Drive along Highway F. M.+518 (Broadway) and install a fire hydrant, if needed, for adequate fire protection. Motion passed 4 to 0. TAYLOR LANB SIX INCH WATER LINE: It was moved by Councilman Sanders, seconded by Councilman Watson that the City Administrator be instructed to refund $141.34 each to Charles E. Hand, Jack E. Tutus, J. W. Taylor and Barringer Construction Company. This represents the unused portion of the deposit to cover the cost of materials used to install a 6" water line on Taylor Lane 44 Said checks to be signed at the next regular council meeting. Motion passed 4 to 0. It was moved by Councilman Watson, seconded by Councilman Sanders that the unfinished business of this meeting be postponed until the next regular meeting. Motion passed 4 to 0. _ Meeting was adjourned by motion at 11:20 P. M. Minutes approved as read and/or corrected this they day of A. D. 1968. C/ Attest: 40'Cit ecre ary Mayor, lty of Pear and