HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Minutes 1966-11-07 Regular REGULAR
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 7, 1966.
A regular meeting of the Friendswood City Council was held
November 7, 1966: . 7:30 PM at City Hall.
Present were Mayor Ralph L. Lowe; Councilmen Marvin L. Childers,
William E. Davidson, Harry M. Hatcher, Wiley W. Murrell, and
Ralph W. Somers; City Secretary Artha Wright; City Legal Advisor
Ody Kent Jerden.
Also present were Marie Moor, Dick Kennedy, Leon Smith, Mr-:- &
Mrs. Kenneth D. Cashion, Betty Merchant, Elda Matheny, D'Eva
Luthringer, Lou Wortham, Mary Acuff, Nena Cryar, Sam Tilotta,
Jim Shore, Marl W. Horton, Joyce Horton, C. G. Jarris, S. R.
New, Sam Nassiff, Genny Cunningham, Donna Thompson, Ray Nelson,
Tom Davis, P. R. Maloney, P. L. Jacobs, G. B. Cunningham,
Robert R. Jones, John Cryar, Norine Matthews, Ray Reed,
T. V. Chambers, The Rev. Wm. E. Sterling, Joe Jones, Harry H. Jones,
Boger May, George Crltpper, 'Uel Clanton, Mike Myers, Jim Lawrence,
Keith Smith, Jerry Roach, John Quigley. (41)
Approval and Correction of Minutes:
October 17, 1966: Regular: approved after correction.
October 24, 1966: Executive: stood approved as read.
Communications from the Mayor:
Mayor and Mrs. Lowe, and all the Councilmen and their wives
attended the first social function of the Galveston County Mayors
and Councilmen's Association, November S, in Galveston.
The General Election will be held Tuesday, November 8, 1966
from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, at City Hall, for voters in Precinct 40.
The State Highway Department reports that the plans for
Choate Road paving are complete except for the layout of all
utilities.
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Halloween, this year, was marred only by several instances
` of the throwing of water filled balloons which did bodily damage
to several of our young people. Councilman Childers agreed to
work with the Police Department to formulate some legislation
that will prevent further occurrences of this nature. Even though
many of these pranks are done in fun, under some circumstances,
they can be dangerous or harmful.
Petitions and Communications:
James B. Shores Friendswood Drainage District, read a letter
to Mayor and Council, dated ; Re: Financial Assistance
Request. (attachment #1)
Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Murrell, that the City honor the request of the Friendswood
Drainage District to underwrite the cost of mailing and the election
expenses per their request; that these funds be paid back to the
City if and when the money is available. Motion carried by unanimous
vote.
Clarification of the Cit 's Position on the Beer Situation:
There was a lengthy and broad discussion of the.-,many points
of . view of the residents of Friendswood and the residents of the
Friendswood area concerning the selling of beer and wine in the
immediate area.
The City of Friendswood legally acted as an intervener in the
appeal and, therefore, is the only party legally entitled to pursue
further appeal. The businesses of the area under the chairmanship
of J. R. May have pledged their financial support of further appeal
efforts.
Councilman Davidson made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Murrell, that the City pursue the appeal of the issuance of a Beer
and Wine Retailer License to Stop N Go Market (FM 518) in the Court
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of Civil Appeals {Cause # ) ; that the cost of the further action
be born by:_;J. A. May and Associates. Motion carried by unanimous
vote. Mayor Lowe approved wholeheartedly of this council action.
Fi$ Bowl - Bpnefi�me:
On Tuesday, November 15, 1966, 6:30 PM, the Baby Oilers of Houston
and the Friendswood 8th grade team, which is undefeated, will play
a benefit football game. All proceeds will be donated to the
Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department, for rescue and salvage
equipment.
On Tuesday, November 8, 1966, 6:00 - 6:30 PM, there will be a
meeting of all interested citizens in front of City Hall: purpose-
a rally to start program of selling donation tickets by firemen,
students, citizens, etc.
Councilman Davidson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Murrell,
that the City of Friendswood waive the last water bill of the
Maul. Stapp family, whose home burned down last month. Motion
carried by unanimous vote.
Discussion ofW.C. & I .D. #21:
There was discussion by all present concerning the facets of
annexation, the recently defeated bond issue of the district,
water rates, tax ratios, etc.
Special Committees:
Beautification:
Councilman Murrell reported that there was no meeting in October;
that October was cleanup month; and he thanked all those who
assisted in this project. especially Mrs. Jean Welch for her
preliminary work, and programming of clean-up time.
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Gas:
Councilman Somers reports that since the Gas Committee had submitted
their report October 17, 1966, which recommended investigation of
a municipally owned gas system, he has written to thirteen cities
in Texas who own their own gas systems asking for their experience
and possible recommendations.
Personnel:
Councilman Hatcher reports that the personnel policy is about three-
fourths compl.ete,,.::.and should be finalized at the workshop, November
14, 1966.
Bids: Lori Woods Fire Hydrant:
Bids were opened.-
Mora Construction Co. 651.00
Brown and Hoot no bid
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Councilman Davidson made a motion, seconded by Councilman Murrell,
that we accept the bid from Mora Construction Co. for $651.00 for
complete installation of Fire Hydrant in Lori Woods; providing
contractor agrees to all terms of the bid specifications; that
payments be made only upon satisfactory completion of the contract.
Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Standing Committees and Departmental:
Fire Department:
Councilman Hatcher made a motion, seconded by Councilman Somers,
that the City Legal Advisor be authorized to prepare an ordinance,
for enactment, concerning Fire Department and emergency vehicles.
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Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Finance:
Councilman Davidson reports that we must watch our spending very
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carefully for . the rest of the year.
It was agreed, however, that the probability of our comprehensive
plan being approved by the State and work being initiated this
year is now very remote . Accordingly, Councilman Davidson made
a motion, seconded by Councilman Somers, that $1,000 be transfer•r•ed
from G & A Miscellaneous to Streets, et al, to be utilized as
Council sees fit . Motion car•r•ied by unanimous vote.
Garbage :
There was discussion of Mr.Saund-`ersl request to solicit commercial
accounts for• garbage collections .
Councilman Hatcher "because of Mr•. Barton' s five year, garbage
contract with the city; and because he has given satisfactory
service, I recommend Mr•. Saunders not be given consideration until
the expiration of Mr. Barton ' s five year contract, at which time
he may make b.id. "
Councilman Hatcher made a motion, seconded by Councilman Murrell,
that we deny Mr. Bobby Saunders ' request to solicit commercial
garbage/trash accounts at this time . Motion carried by unanimous
vote.
Health and Welfare :
Councilman Hatcher• reported that letters have been written to
several people requesting compliance with our ordinance which
requires connecting to City Sewer System. If compliance is not
forithQoming, the County Health Department will be notified for
further action.
Streets, et al:
Councilman Somers reports that the patching program is progressing.
Councilman Somers read two letters to Leon Brown, dated November• 1,
1966. Re : Castlewood Street; Re : Streets in Imperial Gardens .
(Attachments #2 & #3)
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Councilman Hatcher reports that he has talked to J. A. May about
overflow of effluent into open ditches. By next year they hope to
improve this situation, possibly by a choke overflow line into sewer
system and air stack.
Friendswood Forest Sewera&e:
Councilman Childers asked for further consideration of sewerage
service to Friendswood Forest. There is sewerage in ditches now
which could become a serious health hazard. There was discussion of
the necessary steps needed to obtain matching funds for such a
project. If lines are sized to handle an additional 70%, we could
be eligible for retroactive participating funds.
Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded :by Councilman Davidson,
that the city authorize the City Engineer to lay out final plans to
serve Friendswood Forest/Leisure Lane with sewerage service as part
of the Master Sewer Plan for Friendswood; that the engineering cost
of this will be born by future grant. Motion carried by unanimous
vote.
Ordinances and Resolutions:
Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded by Councilman Somers,
that we authorize City Legal Advisor to prepare an ordinance for
enactment setting forth a Master Speed Limit Plan. Motion carried
by unanimous vote.
An ordinance on Conflict of Interest will be ready for first reading
November 28, '1966.
An ordinance on Initiative and Referendum was discussed based wholly
on the National Municipal League Model City Charter, 6th edition.
Water Cooler
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Councilman Childers made a motion, seconded by Councilman Davidson,
that A.rtha Wright be authorized to pursue purchase of the water
cooler we are now leasing as per letter from Puro Filter Corporation.
(attachment .- )
Councilman Somers reported that he had attended a meeting of the
Clear Creek Basin Authority earlier this evening; that he had
indicated to that group that Friendswood was most interested in
participation in their program.
The Clear Creek Basin authority was invited to send a representative
to meet with the Friendswood City Council, and they did accept
the invitation, date pending.
Warrant;; Approval :
Councilman Somers made a motion, seconded by Councilman Childers,
that Warrants #2697 through #2728; and #1180 through #1214 be
approved. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
Meeting adjourned 1 : 00 A .M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Approved :
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