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1979 03 22 CC Minutes90322 -1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN March 22, 1979 The City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas, met in regular session on Thursday, March 22, 1979, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Baytown City Hall. The following members were in attendance: Jody Lander Jimmy Johnson f Ted Kloesel *Mary E. Wilbanks Eileen Caffey Allen Cannon Emmett 0. Hutto Fritz Lanham Dan Savage Scott Bounds Eileen P. Hall Councilman Councilman Councilman Councilwoman Councilwoman Councilman Mayor City Manager Assistant City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Mayor Hutto called the meeting to order and the invocation was offered by Councilman Jimmy Johnson. Minutes Councilwoman Wilbanks moved for the approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of March 8, 1979; Councilwoman Caffey seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Petitions None. City Manager's Report West District Sewer Treatment Plant - The Texas Water Commission held a hearing on Baytown's application for an extension to the enforcement order regarding the construction and completion of the West District Sewer Treatment Plant. That hearing was held in Austin on Tuesday. The extension was approved, which moved the deadline to November 1, 1981. By that time, the City must have the plant completed, but if not completed, the City can request another extension. Reconnaissance Report on Baytown Marina - A copy of the Corps of Engineers' Reconnaissance Report on the Baytown ('"' Marina was placed at the Council table. Federal regulations provide as follows: "Projects involving only functions that are normally local responsibilities may be recommended as federal undertakings when the scope of service rendered, the magnitude, or other important considerations, clearly identify them as beyond the authority or competence of non - federal entities." The report also concluded that it is clear that the proposed project would normally be a non - federal responsibility and that it is not beyond the authority or competence of non- federal entities. Also, the limited degree of federal 90322 -2 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 responsibility in the proposed marina suggests that the project could be undertaken in an equally efficient manner without federal participation. Therefore, federal participation in this project would not be consistent with federal water resource policies. Councilman Kloesel requested that this matter be placed on the next Council agenda for consideration. In response to a question from Council, Mr. Lanham explained that the Corps had not considered any other site than the one specified. Mayor Hutto has received a letter from State Senator Bill Meier asking for comments on proposed Senate Bill 893. 101, This bill has to do with the $.01 sales tax levied by cities on an optional basis. Currently, the amount of revenue received is determined by sales tax collected in Baytown. The proposal is that in the future, sales tax will be allocated on a population basis. This will ultimately result in a reduction for Baytown because regional shopping areas are adversely affected by this bill, and Baytown is moving in that direction. Basically, this bill would benefit what are commonly referred to as "bedroom communities." The majority of the Council expressed the opinion that this bill would penalize those cities and towns aggressive enough to develop shopping centers. Also, the sales tax is on a local option basis and the people in the area elected to levy the tax. Mayor Hutto stated that since the letter was addressed to him and the majority of the Council felt that the bill would have an adverse effect on sales tax receipts, he would respond that the bill would not be in the best interest of the City. Signal System Improvements - The Administration has been advised by the supplier of the controllers for the signal system improvements that the controllers for the Pruett Street system will be delivered on March 28. Five to eight controllers will be delivered every 10 days until all have been delivered. The delivery of the controllers has been the major hold up on getting this work completed. The police shooting range has been completed; the 1978 Street Improvement Program has been completed with the exception of cleanup; the Barrymore Sanitary Sewer Project has been completed; the contractor has begun work on the Bicentennial Park Project; Brown & Root has not begun work on the 1979 Street Improvement Program, but work will commence with good weather; softball teams have expanded from 79 teams last year to 114 this year. Questions or Comments Regarding the City Manager's Report Councilman Johnson requested assistance from the Adminis- tration regarding 4 dogs which are tied at 1304 Willow. The owner stops at that location approximately twice a week to feed the animals. The dogs disturb the neighborhood by barking into the night. The Administration will check into the matter. A complaint has been received by Councilman Johnson concerning the plant located near Foster Street which recycles silver. The complaint was that the plant produces excessive noise and emits a foul odor. The Administration checked into this matter and determined that no City ordinance has been violated. The Administration then contacted Harris County Pollution Control Division who made samplings to yuoZZ -J Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 determine that there was no contamination. Councilman Cannon stated that he had checked on several occasions and had discovered no odor or noise. Therefore, his suggestion was that the matter be referred to the Harris County Pollution Control Division again or that the matter be resolved through the legal process. Councilman Johnson inquired if the Planning and Traffic Department had taken traffic counts on Pruett where Grantham intersects and inquired if there had been a number of accidents at that location. Bill Cornelius, Director of Planning and Traffic, was unaware of an unusual number of accidents at this location, and commented that the street was so bumpy in that area that speeding would be very unwise. The Adminis- tration will check on traffic conditions in this area and report back to Council. Residents on John A Street in Wooster have requested that more street lights be installed on that street. Councilman Cannon expressed concern that more and more cases are being refused by the District Attorney's office, and he requested that the Administration compile a report as a basis on which to talk with the District Attorney. Councilman Johnson stated that part of the problem could be the tremendous backlog. 1977 -78 Audit Report Mr. Ed Hullum with the firm of Gerace, Hullum and Company, Certified Public Accountants, reviewed the highlights of the 1977 -78 audit report with Council. The balances for various funds follow: General Fund - $1,181,510.35; Enterprise Fund - $285,690.79; Debt Service Fund - $147,541.38; Trust and Agency Funds - $11,901.86 (Revenue Sharing Funds that have been appropriated). Operating revenues in the General Fund increased by $1,007,000. Operating expenditures in the General Fund increased $1,000,000. Capital outlay increased $300,000 for a net increase of revenues over expenditures of $400,000. Mr. Hullum pointed out that even though in the audit report fund balances are shown, these monies have places to go. In the report are listed the requirements to fund the waterworks interest and sinking fund and also the contingency fund reserve requirements. Both requirements were met. Mr. Hullum commended the Administration for investing funds where possible to earn for the City approximately $230,000. In response to a question from Councilman Kloesel, Mr. Hullum explained that all out of town travel is verified to have the proper expense vouchers attached to substantiate the expenditure. Authorizing Abandonment and Sale of that Portion of Dorris (11,01 Street Right of Way From Laredo Street Right of Way to West Texas Avenue The Administration had been contacted by the owner of property on West Texas near Goose Creek concerning the possibility of purchasing City right of way which runs through the property. Through the years, other property owners have been interested in acquiring the right of way behind their property. The Administration determined that there would not be a need to develop this street now or in the future. All property owners whose names appeared on the tax roll of the City of Baytown as owning property along this right of way have been notified. An appraisal was obtained on the tract of land in question, but no appraisal was made on the remainder of the right of way; therefore, appraisals would have to be conducted if others are interested 90322 -4 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 30, 1979 in purchasing the right of way. All the property owners have access to Texas Avenue. Mayor Hutto recognized Mr. Armando Salinas who stated that he would be interested in purchasing the right of way located behind his property, but he would need to know what the cost would be. Mr. Arthur Oviedo appeared to state that he, too, would be interested in purchasing the right of way behind his property; however, part of that right of way is behind property owned by Mr. Reeves. Who would be allowed to purchase the right of way, or could the right of way be sold on a 30/30 basis? Mr. Y. Luna appeared to state that he owned Lots 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16, but only would be interested in purchasing the right of way behind Lots 11, 12, and 13 because the right of way for the other lots is under water. Mr. Johnny Santana stated that he would be willing to purchase as much of the right of way as Council would permit. Mr. Kenneth Pace appeared to state that he was the individual who had brought all this about by his interest in purchasing the right of way for parking near his new restaurant. Mr. Pace had attempted to learn the identity of the owner of the triangular shaped property adjacent to Lots 21 and 22, but was unable to ascertain who the property owner is. The best he could determine, the property is owned by a minor. If Council determined that the right of way could not be sold, Air. Pace requested that Council consider leasing that portion of the right of way behind his property so that he would have the added parking area. Council requested that the Administration attempt to learn who owns the triangular shaped parcel and if Mr. Reeves would be interested in purchasing the right of way behind his property or a portion thereof. Also, Council requested that all the right of way be appraised and consideration be given to the property owners to purchase half the right of way in cases where there are two owners abutting the right of way or all of the right of way in cases of single ownership. This matter will be placed on the next Council agenda. Ordinance - Authorizing Payment to Chambers County for Spur 55 Right of Way Utility Adjustment Council received a copy of a letter from R. T. Pinchback, Jr., County Engineer for Chambers County, regarding the Spur 55 right of way utility adjustment. Under the terms of the City's agreement with Chambers County, the City is to reimburse the county for 10% of the approved amount of the cost of the utility adjustments for the Spur 55 project. The cost to the City for the relocation of the Big 3 Industries, Inc. utility adjustment is $4,278.09. This will make four tracts that the City has paid their share on and apparently there are two others that are being required. The estimated cost of the other two that are being required is approximately $6,000 - $6,500. Baytown made a commitment to do this six or seven years ago when the City was trying to get Spur 55 built. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilman Kloesel moved for approval of the ordinance; Councilwoman Wilbanks seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2642 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF FOUR THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED SEVENTY -EIGHT AND 09/100 ($4,278.09) DOLLARS TO CHAMBERS COUNTY FOR THE CITY OF BAYTOWN'S SHARE OF THE COSTS OF UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS ON SPUR 55 RIGHT OF WAY. 90322 -5 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 Ordinance - Authorizing Final Payment for the Barrymore Sanitary Sewer Project All -Type Plumbing Company has completed the residential work necessary to relocate the sewer line on Barrymore Street. The original contract amount was $9,029.33. Additional work in the amount of $1,370 was necessary in order to connect extra house lines that were not previously known about. The total contract amount is $10,399.33. The contractor has been paid $9,359.40 to date. Final payment in the amount of $1,039.93 remains to be paid. The work has been inspected by the City's plumbing and engineering inspectors. Final cleanup work will be done by City crews. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilwoman Caffey moved for the adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2643 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING INSTALLATION OF SEWER TAPS ON BARRYMORE BOULEVARD BY ALL TYPE PLUMBING; FINDING THAT THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT; ACCEPTING THE CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE; AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT TO THE SAID ALL TYPE PLUMBING AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Ordinance - Authorizing Final Payment for the Construction of the Concrete Sidewalks for the Police Shooting flange Hamilton Construction Company has completed work on the concrete sidewalks at the Police shooting range. Contract price for this work was $4,050. Payment to date totals $3,645. Final payment in the amount of $405 remains to be paid. This work has been completed according to the plans and specifications. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilman Kloesel moved for approval of the ordinance; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2644 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS AT THE POLICE SHOOTING RANGE BY H. B. HAMILTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY; FINDING THAT THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT; ACCEPTING THE CITY ENGINEER'S FINAL CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE; AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT TO THE SAID H. B. HAMILTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE HEREOF. Ordinance - Awarding the Contract for the Construction of the Jenkins - Hollaway Park Pavilion Three bids were received for the construction of the Jenkins - Hollaway Park Pavilion. The bid tabulation follows: ** *Tabulation on following page. * ** 90322 -6 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 Bidder Const. Ventures G.B.Chatham Holzaepfel Const. Co. Total Deduct for Deduct for Total Base Bid Alt. Location BBQ /Porch A1t.Bid $49,500 $3,320 $1,150 $45,030 49,500 2,700 2,600 44,200 47,064 3,512 2,000 41,552 The bid invitation included a base bid and two deductible alternates -- location and construction of barbecue pits and a back porch. The low total bid is that of Holzaepfel Construction Company in the amount of $47,064. The Parks and Recreation Board and the staff are recommending that the City deduct the barbecue pits and the back porch, which would reduce Holzaepfel's bid by $2,000. The Administration recommended that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, and the barbecue pit and back porch be eliminated. Councilman Johnson pointed out that this might be a false economy because if it is decided to build the barbecue pit and back porch later, the cost will be considerably more than $2,000. In response to a question from Council, Parks and Recreation Director Bobby Rountree stated that since the construction time is 45 days, engineering and inspection costs may be less than originally estimated. Jim Hutchison, of Busch, Hutchison, and Associates, explained that the only problem with constructing the back porch and barbecue pits at a later time is that it would be harder to tie into the roof of the pavilion. Councilman Cannon moved for the approval of the total base bid of Holzaepfel Construction Company; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None ORDINANCE NO. 2645 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID OF HOLZAEPFEL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PAVILION AT JENKINS- HOLLAWAY PARK; AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACT OF INDEBTEDNESS BY THE CITY FOR THE SUM OF FORTY -SEVEN THOUSAND, SIXTY -FOUR AND N01100 ($47,064.00) DOLLARS WITH REGARD TO SUCH AGREEMENT. Ordinance - Awarding the Bid for the Purchase of Lift Station Pump System One bid was received for the purchase of a lift station pump system for the Woodlawn pump station. Two no bids were received. One bid was submitted by Worthington Pump Corporation for the amount of $11,340. The estimated cost of this item was $10,000. Revenue sharing funds will be used to purchase this equipment. The Administration recommended approval of the ordinance. Councilwoman Wilbanks moved for adoption of the ordinance; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Wilbanks, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None 90322 -7 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 ORDINANCE NO. 2646 AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE BID OF WORTHINGTON PUMP CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE LIFT STATION PUMP SYSTEM AND AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT BY THE CITY OF THE SUM OF ELEVEN THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED FORTY AND N01100 ($11,340.00) DOLLARS. Ordinance - Providing for a Revised Wrecker Ordinance Councilman Lander explained that the Council's Wrecker Committee had been working on a complete revision of the wrecker ordinance. This revision has been presented for Council consideration. The proposed ordinance would eliminate the regulation of towing vehicles and eliminate the control over the regulation of fees for towing non - wrecked vehicles. In the present ordinance, both the fee and towing vehicles are regulated. The committee is recommending this change because the user or consumer has the option of calling any wrecker and negotiating the fee. The Wrecker Committee would be eliminated and the City Manager or his appointee would handle all of the grievances, reviews and revisions to the wrecker ordinance in the future. Certificates of convenience and necessity would be established for new wrecker permits. In other words, the wrecker permits would more or less be frozen and it would be incumbent on anyone requesting a new permit to come before the City Manager or his designee to show reason and cause for a new wrecker permit to be issued. The committee feels that an adequate number of permits now exists. A heavy duty wrecker classification will be provided in the revised ordinance, along with fees for that service. Presently, the basic fee is $27.50, with a number of extras- - ditch pull, dolly pull, changing tires, transfer fee, and disconnecting the drive shaft. The new proposal would eliminate those extras and go to a flat fee of $37.50. This is an increase of $5.50 over the current average fee. The committee felt this increase to be reasonable since the last increase in fees was in 1972. For this fee, the wrecker would do everything necessary including cleaning up the street, glass, and debris caused by the wreck for the $37.50. This will greatly simplify the administration of the new ordinance. There would be an extra charge of $12.50 for a dolly pull. This is a case where the car cannot be pulled on its wheels, so a dolly is placed under the car in order to move it. Each wrecker company would have one permit under which there would be no limitation as to the number of wreckers to be operated as long as each was properly insured. Each company would be on the police rotation list one time, and would dispatch any wrecker to the scene of the accident. The ordinance has been reviewed by the Wrecker Association, who support it, and the Wrecker Committee recommends that this ordinance be adopted. Councilman Lander explained that the Wrecker Committee has a couple of pending items, so the ordinance should not be adopted at this meeting. In response to questions or comments from Council, Mr. Bounds explained that with regard to citizens whose vehicles are stalled, there would necessarily be a value judgement by the police officer. Liability insurance requirements of this ordinance track those of the present ordinance, but could be increased. The Committee had checked into the possibility of requiring garage keepers liability to learn that most companies will not write this type policy and if the company will write the policy, the premium costs are prohibitive. 90322 -8 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 In order to avoid confusion, there will be two rotative lists - -heavy duty and normal tow. The point was stressed that with the passage of this ordinance no towing vehicle permits would be required which would allow a new concern the privilege of towing vehicles which are disabled as long as no accident is involved. The only firms which would come under the requirements of public convenience and necessity are those desiring to haul from the scene of an accident. Councilman Lander made it clear that at some future time when the companines that have existing permits have had sufficient time to divest themselves of extra wreckers, the ordinance could be amended. The proposed ordinance will be worded so that it is understood that the $37.50 is a maximum charge and a lesser charge is not precluded. Also, the individual will be allowed one transfer within the city limits without charge during the 24 -48 hour period (whichever the attorney feels best) after the accident. Included in the ordinance will be the right of appeal to Council from decisions of the hearings examiner on new permits and the Police Chief on suspensions. *Mary Elizabeth Wilbanks absent. This matter will be placed on the agenda prior to the canvass of the municipal election. Ordinance - Authorizing the Purchase of 1.165 Acres Adjacent to Bayway Drive for Street Purposes This item will be discussed during executive session. Resolution No. 664 - Authorizing the Transfer of Funds to the Police Department Budget for the Purchase of Ovens for the Jail Kitchen Both ovens now in use in the jail kitchen are malfunctioning and parts are not available to make repairs. The ovens must be replaced, but no funds were included in the budget for this purpose. The estimated cost to convert to a commercial type oven is $2,000. The Administration recommended approval of Resolution No. 644, authorizing the transfer of $2,000 from General Fund contingencies to the Police Department budget. Upon approval of the transfer of funds, the Administration will advertise for bids. Councilman Kloesel moved for the adoption of the resolution; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None RESOLUTION NO. 664 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TRANSFER TWO THOUSAND AND NO 1100 ($2,000.00) DOLLARS FROM BUDGET ACCOUNT NO. 1001 -12 -0100, "CONTINGENCIES," TO GENERAL FUND ACCOUNT NO. 0201 -10 -0300, CAPTITAL OUTLAY, MACHINERY AND IMPLEMENTS. Resolution No. 665 - Allocating Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 1979 Funds to Categories for Expenditures The Community Development Advisory Committee has held two meetings with very good attendance and participation at both. The Committee recommended allocating the 1979 Community Development Block Grant Funds to the following categories: ig 90322 -9 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 Public facilities and improvements - $456,000 for streets, storm sewers and sidewalks; Citywide housing rehabilitation - $100,000 for rehabilitation of owner occupied homes; General administration and planning - $57,000 for staff and preparation of comprehensive community development plan. The specific projects would be determined at a later date. In response to a question from Council, Mr. Lanham explained that the Administration plans to employ personnel to run this program. There is so much work involved with this project, the City cannot absorb it with the present staff. The additional personnel would be responsible for administering the housing rehabilitation portion which will require a great deal of time. The Administration recommended approval of the resolution. Councilman Kloesel moved for the adoption of the resolution; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. Councilman Cannon questioned the $100,000 allocation for the rehabilitation of owner occupied homes. Bill Cornelius, Director of Planning and Traffic, stated that the Committee has not established any criteria for buildings to be repaired yet, but this may be accomplished next month. Once criteria is established, application forms will be provided for this program. Councilman Lander inquired if the Council can override the recommendations of this committee. Mr. Lanham responded that this committee is an advisory committee and Council could change the recommendations. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None RESOLUTION NO. 665 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR FUNDS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM. Review Plans and Specifications for 1979 Sliplining of Sanitary Sewer Lines and Consider Approval to Advertise for Bids The City has approximately $100,000 of uncommitted 1975 Sanitary Sewer Bond Funds. The Administration has developed a list of sewer lines that are in need of sliplining and would like to advertise for bids. The following is a list of those sewer lines: 1. 400' of 8" line from West Main to Kentucky between The Administration has a list of 7 additional sewer lines that need to be televised as part of this same contract to determine what repairs can be effected by use of City forces. The Administration felt that all of this work could be done Alabama and Utah. 2. 700' of 6" line from North Jones to North Pruett between Williams and Homan. 3. 400' of 6" line from North Jones to North Pruett between Green Avenue and Forrest. 4. 800' of 6" line from Miriam to West Main between Elm and Yupon. 5. 500' of 6" line from Garth Road to Rice between Gresham and Schilling. 6. 600' of 6" line from cleanout to the alley behind Hackberry Lane between Burnett Drive and Holly. The Administration has a list of 7 additional sewer lines that need to be televised as part of this same contract to determine what repairs can be effected by use of City forces. The Administration felt that all of this work could be done 90322 -10 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 for approximately $80,000. The Administration would like permission to advertise for bids for the 6 sewer lines to be sliplined and for the 7 others to be televised. Councilman Kloesel moved for approval of the plans and specifications for the 1979 sliplining of sanitary sewers and authorization to advertise for bids; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Consider Request of G. A. Tolleson for Sewer Service to 3926 Raccoon Drive Council has received a copy of a letter from G. A. Tolleson requesting sanitary sewer service at 3926 Raccoon Drive. City service is available at this location. Mr. Tolleson will have to pay the installation and $100 buy -in charge. He will also have to pay twice the minimum fee plus 1? times the normal rate for sanitary sewer service. The Administration recommended approval of this request. Councilman Kloesel moved to accept the recommendation of the Administration; Councilman Johnson seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Consider Continuing Operation of Edison Courts Senior Citizen Center This has been discussed by Council previously. Council is aware of the fact that the funds for the operation of this program have come from the Housing Authority in the past, but the Authority will not be able to continue funding the operation. If Council wishes to continue funding the operation during the remainder of this year, it is not necessary to transfer funds because there is a budget item to cover it. However, included in the revenue portion of the budget are funds projected to be paid by the Housing Authority for this program. Councilman Johnson moved to continue the operation of the Edison Courts Senior Citizen Center; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Consider Policy Regarding Adjustment of Private Driveways Council has received a copy of a memorandum from Norman Dykes, City Engineer /Public Works Director, regarding proposed standards for driveways. Council also received a copy of a memorandum from Dan Savage, Assistant City Manager, which spells out the policy that was approved by the Council in January regarding the placing of driveway pipes in gutters. This policy would remain in effect although there are many problems associated with the installation of this pipe. The driveway standards developed by 11r. Dykes will be given to people who are having driveway problems and desire to take corrective measures. 90322 -11 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 Mayor Hutto recognized Mr. M. F. Wasicek of 504 American who was seeking Council approval to have the City pipe his driveway. Mr. Wasicek was of the opinion that the City should pipe his driveway since the City had piped those on Defee and Sterling. The Mayor explained to Mr. Wasicek that the problems had not been created by work performed by the City; therefore, the City would not be responsible. However, Mr. Wasicek may use the standards that are being proposed to make the corrections himself. Councilman Kloesel inquired if the City would be setting a precedent in correcting Mr. Wasicek's driveway. Mr. Lanham responded that he felt the City would be deviating from the policy that Council has adopted. Councilman Kloesel felt that the City will have to deviate from the policy at some point. Councilman Cannon commented that if the City places the pipe in Mr. Wasicek's driveway, the City will be committed to correcting other citizen's driveways. Councilman Kloesel moved that the City deviate the policy and replace the pipe in Mr. Wasicek's driveway. The motion died for lack of a second. The Administration recommended that Council adopt these standards for the Administration to provide the local builders and those citizens who may wish to reconstruct their driveways so that their cars will not drag. Councilman Cannon moved for the adoption of the policies; Councilman Kloesel seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None Study and Discuss Structure of Boards Appointed by the City Council During the discussion of this matter, Council decided to scrutinize the structure and function of each board or committee at the time appointments are to be made. Consider Appointment to the Mechanical Board This will be discussed in executive session. Committee Reports None. Recess and Reconvene Mayor Hutto recessed the meeting into executive session to discuss pending litigation, land acquisition, and personnel matters. When the open meeting reconvened, the following business was transacted: Consider Appointment to the Mechanical Board Councilman Lander moved for the appointment of E. L. (Buddy) Dean to the Mechanical Board to replace Andy Whitaker; Councilman Cannon seconded the motion. The vote follows: Ayes: Council members Lander, Johnson, Kloesel, Caffey, and Cannon Mayor Hutto Nays: None 90322 -12 Minutes of the Regular Meeting - March 22, 1979 Ad j ourn With no further business to be transacted, Mayor Hutto declared the meeting to be adjourned. -` Karen Petru, Deputy City Clerk APPROVED: Eileen P. Hall, City Clerk