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MINIMS OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEET TGj MAY 16., 1966
A regular meeting of the Friendswood City Council was held May 16, 1966;
7:30 P.M. at City Hall.
Present were Mayor Ralph L. Lowe; Councilmen Marvin L. Childers, William
E. Davidson., Harry M. Hatcher, Wiley W. Murrell; City Secretary Artha
Wright; City Legal Advisor Ody Kent Jerden; General Superintendent K. B.
Jones. Also III visitors. See page 5.
Minutes:,
May 2, 1966, regular: stood approved as corrected.
March 28, 1966, Special: tabled.
Communications from the Mayor:
Mr. Moon, Mosquito Control District, has agreed to be in Friends-
wood this evening or tomorrow evening to spray for mosquitos.
A 7.8 million dollar ($7,800,000.00) contract has been let for
work on the Gulf Freeway. Included in this is an overpass at Ellington;
an overpass at Hastings; Friendswood. ed--Itension overpass; overpass at
Friendswood link road; another paralleling overpass at 1 528; two nei^,,
bridges over Clear Creek; six lanes of Freeway; two new frontage roads .
Anyone desiring that their swimming pool be tested should contact
Mr. Auler., Regional Lab, Department of Public Health, 1115 North Mac-
Gregor., Houston.
Mayor Lowe., Myron Worden, Bill Walsh and Fred Wilson and Jake Ash-
0 morning. I
craft of the Texas Hi Department met this mor-, Although they
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are not obligated to Friandswood they will assist in ascertaining proper
ascertaining
of FM 518 from Choate Road to Cowart Creek, and proper the
size and grade for new businesses and correct present discrepancies.
Jim Lawrence gave the Utilities Department an air conditioning unit
which was defective. It is estimated that it can be put in working con-
dition for about $25.00.
The School Board is holding an open discussion meeting at the School
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May 17., 1966; 7-130 P.M. concerning the proposed $1,900,000.00 bond issue.
Harry Wagner is the new president of the Friendswood Volunteer Fire
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Department. We would like to have everyone support our Fire
Communications and Petitions:
Charles Mills p Community Public Service:
Mr. Mills' present contracts to be signed for Street light rates;
pumping facility rates and City Hall- rates May 1, 1966 ® May 1, 7�967,
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Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded by Councilm Hat,cher, that
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these contracts be accepted and signed. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Workshop Meetings;
There was discussion of the pros and cons of closed Workshop
Meetings. It was the general feeling that more could be accomplished in
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closed Worksho essions.i)�,"
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Mr. Jerden, Legal advis r, stated ha-t*her4 was
an Executive meeting being held without the presence of the City Secretary,
if a record is kept of the proceedings.
The next Workshop will be an open discussion of Water District
#21 sewer problems. Mr. Hudson Caro, County Auditor, will be present;
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Resignations :
The resignation of Wesley Unruh, Water & Sewer Superintendent, was
accepted and a letter of appreciation for his services was sent.
Leo Havard, Building Inspector, has resigned and a letter of appre-
ciation for his services was sent.
State Ins2ector:
A. State Inspector and a Federal inspector will be in Friendsvi,00d,
May 25,, 1966 for an inspection tour of our Water & Sewer Facilities .
Glenn Martisek:
Our only licensed Water and Sewer operator, Glenn Martisek, will
enter the Marines June 28., 1966. We have started advertising for an
operator. Jerry Roach, Chemical Engineer, and Norman Weaver, ex-presi-
dent of Water District T115, to assist in the operation and responsibility os
opert-t-ing the Water and Sewer Department. if they desire, they may se-
lect a third member. At the present time, this will be done under Mayor
Lowe, since this is his responsibility.
Galveston County Health Department:
' Letter dated 5-5-66 to M;;"'or Lowe regarding increase in yearly
appropriation. (Attachment „�T)
Counciln'decided to request Guy Wilkinson, Chief Sanitarian, to sub-
mit to Friendswood,, a monthly ?report of the income and disbursement of
such funds from all cities in the County; and that he be notified that
this appropriation request will be co,sidered during our budget prepar.-
ation.
Special. Commitee Reports :
Enzyme Report:
Submitted and read by M. F. Nrch, (Att-ac1nment 7-1712
Aft discussion, Councilman Childers m-Pde a motion, seconded by
Counc-ilman Dav-_**.dso,Y1, that the Po._-Con Enzyme treat�nme-_nt e- .-�Teriment b.�-,,
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termina ted immediately; that Tel-,:as Hydro-Science be notified by letter,
of this discussion. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
1-42 672.52 Report:
Ralph Somers reports that the committeets research for their report
is complete. After a meeting to discuss their recommendation, the report
will be presented at the June 6, 1966 regular meeting.
Civil-Defense;
Joe Jones, Assistant C.D. coordinator, reports that there will be a
first-aid course given at City Hall, 7:30 - 9:30 P.M. on June 9, 10;
16, 17; 23, 2'�; 1966. Ten hours instruction are necessary to receive
certificate. Mrs. Anita Jones., Registered Nurse, will conduct the course.
Registration will be June 9,, 1966.
R-O-W Castlewood:
Councilman Childers reports that most of the right-of-way for
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Castlewood Drive is availabel; that we are now waiting for survey map.
The next step will be obtaining the deeds for this property.
Castlewood Bridge:
This bridge is a serious problem. There are three possibilities in
view at present. Assistance from Brazoria County Drainage District;
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Assistance from Galveston County; finding City funds for the project.
We hope to have further information in about two 1vieeks.
Old Business:
DeAnEelo Contract:
The final price is $162.00, more than the original estimate be-
cause of additional materials. This is tabled for discussion with William
Walsh, Engineer.
Galveston County Mayor" s_ & Councilmen's Association:
Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded by Councilman David-
son, that the City of Friendswood, join the Galveston County Mayors'
and Councilments Association; that the $100.00 annual dues be paid.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Post Office Bulletin Board
Councilman Davidson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hatcher,
that the City purchase an 181 x 20' bulletin board to be installed in
the Post Office for City minutes. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Texas Gulf Gas Corporation*.
Since Texas Gulf Gas was the only petroleum product company to
offer a proposal for installation of petroleura handling equipment 'at
no- cost to the City)
and gave a bid price or, gasoline; Councilman Childers
made a motion., seconded by Councilman Davidson, that the City of
Friendswood sign a contract with Texas Gulf . G.-s corporation for
petroleum handling equipment and future equipment needs and main-
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tenance of same at no cost to the City; and premium 100+ Octane
with additives �.169 per gallon and r-Legular _94+ Octane $-139 per
gallon. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
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Ordinance #1 23A f Subdivision rpgu Lions :
Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hatcher,
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that the revision of Ordinance ''123A, Subdivision regulations as pre-
sented by Planning Commission, be turned over to Mr. Jerden for prepara-
tion as an Ordinance. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Commercial Building Permits :
Councilman Davidson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Childers,
that the manual of procedures for Commercial building permits as pre-
sented by Planning Commission be turned over to Mr. Jerden for prepara-
tion as an Ordinance. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Ordinances :
Second Reading: AN ORDINANCE A111ENDING LOT SIZE REQUIREMENT AS SET
FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 23, SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
SECTION III. ; ENTITLED LOTS, SUB PARAGRAPH 2, SUB
SECTION a. AND c. , passed and approved by motion
of Councilman Hatcher, second by Councilman David-
son. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
First Reading: AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING !COEDS AND GRASS TO BE CUT
UPON PREMISES AND THAT RUBBISH AND TRASH BE REMOVED
THEREFROM; FIXING .4 PENALTY FOR A FINE' NOT TO EX
CEED $50 FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUCH ORDINANCE;
AND DECLARING �THAT ALLOWING WEEDS TO CROW AND TRASH
AND RUBBISH TO ACCUMULATE TO BE A NUISANCE, passed
and approve. by motion of Councilman Davidson,
second. by Councilman Murrell. Motion carried by
unanimous vote.
First Reading: AN ORDINANCE AUIDERINIGI THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS
ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF
ARTICLE- 6701D, VERNONfS TEXAS CIVIL STATUTES, UPON
THE BASIS OF AN ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC IN*V-ISTI-
GATION., UPON CERTAIN STREETS AND HIGHWAYS, OR PARTS
THEREOF, WITHIN THEE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY
OF FRTENDS1400D AS SET OUT, IN THIS ORDINANCE; AND
PROVIDING A PENALTY OF A FINE NOT TO E-,IrcEED $200
FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE, passed and
approved by ,motion of Councilman Childers, second
by Councilman Davidson. Motion carried by unan:�-
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Departmental Repo., ,
Streets, etc :
Councillman M-11-orrell m_,,ade a motlion, seconded by '.C;uncillman hilds-
that K. B. Jones, General Superintendent, be allowed $500-00 monthly
contingency fund to be used for improvements in City in any m,.nner%
necessary; that these needs be stated in bi-monthly reports. Mot an
carried by unanimous vote.
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Mr. Jones gave a report on the method and cost of pat - I - C�
holes on the hard surfaced streets in center of town (a-s shown on map -
attachment !,i'3) . He had a firm price of P50.00.
He also had a price Of $150-00 to remove dirt piled on Edgeinvood
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Avenue, (between Melody Lane and Sewer Plant -" I anu
Councilman Hatcher made a motion,, seconded by Council-man Murrell,
that I�000.00 be authorized for street patching of those streets indicatedC�
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on map (attachment i C�
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
New Business:
Mr. Peden, Post Office Department, has indicated -.,hat we need all
our street signs up for the coming home mail delivery. M. F. Krch,
Glen McDonald and Mitch Wright will complete this program.
Councilman Hatcher presented copies of a proposed Sewer Connection
Ordinance. He had studied our proposed Ordinance and one presented by
Galveston County, then made a composite. Each Councilman received
copies for study.
List of Citizens Present at Council Meeting:
Charles 0. Mills, Mr. & Mrs. P. R. Maloney, Les Thorn, Marie
Moore - Progress, William E. McAllum, Uel S. Clanton, R. Everline, R.
G. Hamll, Margie Lowe, Nelda Greathouse, Betty Merchant, Mrs. David
McCraw, Daniel L. McCraw, Marie Allman, Paul E. Fitzgerald, Jr. , Bernard
Horn, Deryl R. Perkins, Buck Hausman, Ralph Somers, F. Chalfont, Joseph
P. Jones, Bill Molley, Bill Patton, C. C. Bost, Pete Workman, Harry (Bud)
Jones, F. C. Cogdell, J. B. Roach, J. N. 'Engel, Edith Calton, Jean -
Welch, Fred Krch, Harry Wagner, Ken 'foon, Noreen Matthews, Warren Gill-
espie, Glenn Martisek, Lucille Davidson, Rello Geammalra. (41)
Warrant Approval:
Warrants #897 through 021; and ri2449 through 2464.,, excepting
Warrant 7IT2457, De Angelo Construction, $1,557.82, held inabeyance
pending clarification by engineer. Approved by motion of Councilman
Childers,, second by Councilman Hatcher. Motion carried by unanimous
vote.
Motion of adjournment made by Councilman Davidson, second by Council-
man Murrell. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Respectfully submitted,
Approved: TrtI-_i_a_—NTr!gF)t, C �3 creTa—ry
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