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Section 1. That the City Commission'hereby names and appoints I
Mr. Walter Slone as Deputy Municipal Court Clerk of the Ci~y of:West U~i~er-
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Section 2. That said Walter, Slone is hereby vested with 'all of
RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-02
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N01-J, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
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the duties and responsibilities as set'forth in the Charter of s;iid City and
the Statutes of the State of Texas~'
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Section 3. That the appointment of Walter Slone as Deputy Muni1Ci-
pal Court Clerk shall become effe~tive immediately from and after the
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Commissioners Voting Aye: ()LjlJ
PASSED AND APPROVED this'
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passage and approval of this Resolution.
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ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-04
1983, in
WHEREAS, a city election was held on the fifteenth day of JanuarlY'
the City of West University Place, Texas, for the purpose of eleoting
a Mayor and four'members of the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, the votes cast, at the election on January 15, 1983, weule
canvassed by members of the City Commission on the date of January 17, 19i3,
and it was determined that Marla Forristall had been duly elected Mayor aJd
that Jerry Jackson, Bill Lenhart, Joe Polichino, Jr. and Tom Weatherly ha
been duly elected Commissioners of the City of West University Place, TexJs,
and
WHEREAS, in special ceremonies
of the City Commission held at tie
1983, each of the above named p~lsons
duly installed to their respect~~e
West University City Hall on January 24,
were administered the Oath of Office and
elected positions; and
l-JREREAS, upon proper motion and second Commissioner Jerry jackson
was elected Mayor Pro-Tem of the City of West University Place, Texas.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CIj OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section I. That Mayor Marla Forristall and Mayor Pro-Tern Jerry
Jackson be, and they are hereby, designated and authorized to sign or counter
,igo <beck, drown on all bank, or financial in,titntion, serv;ng as depo'1tory
for funds of the City of West University Place, Texas, and any banks or fiuan-
cial institutions which may be hereafter designated as depository of city fund
during the term of their office.
Section 2. Be it further resolved that all 'provisions of such P1rior
Resolutions as may conflict herewith are hereby expressly repealed; and be it
further resolved that the City Treasurer be, and she is hereby directed, to
furnish each depository bank, or financial institution with which the cit has
funds on deposit, or with which the city may transact any banking business, a
true and correct copy of this Resolution.
;. '1-chIay of ~~f1IMj- . 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
PASSED AND APPROVED this
Commissioners
No:
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-05
l-JREREAS, Mr. David G. Allums has heretofore been appointed City
Attorney for the City of West University Place, Texas; an4
WHEREAS, Mr. Charles Orsburn has heretofore been appointed Judge of
the Municipal Court of the City of West University Place, Texas; and I
l-JREREAS, Mr. Thomas Clarke has heretofore been appointed Assistant
City Attorney and Prosecutor of the City of West University Place, Texas; land
WHEREAS, Michael Schneider and Thomas Tavlor have heretofore been
appointed Associate Judges of the Municipal Court ~f the City of West U,niv11er-
sity Place, Texas; and .
WHEREAS, Fritz Beich and William Tinch have heretofore been apP9inte
Associate Prosecutors of the Municipal Court of the City of West University
Place, Texas; and I
~EREAS, each of these persons is duly licensed and a practicinl
attorney; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to re-appoint said David A]lums
Charles Orsburn, Thomas Clarke, Michael Schneider, Thomas Taylor, Fritz Be11ich
and William Tinch to the aforementioned positions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CI'f OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: J
Section I. That David G. Allums is hereby appointed City AttorJey 0,
the City of West University Place.
Section 2. That Charles Orsburn is hereby appointed Judge of t,e
Municipal Court of the City of West University Place. .1
Section 3. That Thomas Cl~rke is hereby appointed Assistant Ci~y
Attorney and Prosecutor of the ' eity.of WestO,University" 'Place.: .1
Section 4. That Michael Schneider and Thomas Taylor are hereby ap-
pointed Associate Judges of the Municipal Court of the City of West UniVe]Sity
Place.
Section 5. That Fritz Beich and William Tinch are hereby appointed
Associate Prosecutors of the Municipal Court of the City of West univerSi:Y
Place.
Section 6. That each of these persons is hereby vested with alJ the
powers and duties as set forth in the Charter of the City of West Univers"ty
Place and the Statutes of the State of Texas pertaining to their official ap-
pointment.
Section 7. Said David Allums, Charles Orsburn, Thomas Clarke,
Michael Schneider. Thomas Taylor, Fritz Beich and William Tinch shall receive
as compensation for their duties the amount heretofore provided for such Josi-
tion.
Section 8. That the terms of Michael Schneider, Thomas Taylor,
Fritz Beich and William Tinch shall be for a period of sixty (60) days.
ATTEST:
Section 9. David G. Allums, Charles Orsburn and Thomas Clarke Srall
serve in such capacities until the next regular City General Election and
thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their successors, unless
removed from said position during such period by the City Commission. I
PASSED AND APPROVED this;....s-~ day of ~ ' 19183.
commissfoners votin: Aye: 'a.AL.-.
Commissioners Voting No :1J,I'
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-06
lVREREAS, it is the duty of the City Commission of the City of W st
University Place, Texas, as soon as practical after the election of a new City
Commission, to appoint a Director of Finance, Deputy Director of Finance, a
Tax Assessor-Collector and Assistant Tax Assessor-Collector, as may be ne es-
sary to transact the city's financial affairs; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission was elected at the last regular ellctiO
held on the fifteenth day of January, 1983. .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CI
OF HEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS~
Section 1. That the City Commission hereby names and appoints
Donna Lea Sims as Director of Finance of the City of West University Plac ,
Section 2. That the City Commission hereby names and appoints
Texas.
Virginia Hood as Deputy Director of Finance of the City of West
Place, Texas.
Section 3. That the City Commission hereby names and appoints
Donna Lea Sims as Tax Assessor-Collector of the City of West University PI
Texas.
Section 4. That the City Commission hereby names and appoints
Mildred Miller as Assistant Tax Assessor-Collector of the
Section 5. That each official hereby appointed
City of West uni[er-
shall receive
in accordance wi h
sity Place, Texas.
monthly compensation for the performance of their duties,
the heretofore adopted salary schedule.
Section 6. The persons appointed to the respective offices shall
serve until the next regular City General Election, and thereafter until tle
appointment and qualification of their successors, unless discharged by,thl
City Commission for just cause.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
a 5':d day ofF~ ' 1983.
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Commissioners Voting Aye: ~
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Marla S. Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-07
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has heretofore deeme it
necessary and proper to apply for federal grant assistance under the Fede al
Water Pollution Control Act ~Jmendments of 1972, Public Law 92-500, and the
rules and regulations pursuant thereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISS;rON OF THE CII
OF lVEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That Marla S. Forrletall, Mayor, as tbe S....tory Agent of the lity
of West University Place, Texas, or the successor of said Agent, is herebi
authorized and directed to sign all grant related documents for assistance
under Public Law 92-500 and the rules and regulations pursuant thereto,
specifically 40 CFR 30-315-l (1975).
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~';''''J.I. day of ~ ~~
1983.
COlIll!1issioners Voting Aye:
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Marla S. Forristall, Mayor
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RESOLUTIUN NUMBER 83-08
WHEREAS, Willie S~ewa~~ wa4 employed by ~he Ci~y 06
We4~ Unive~4i~y Plac.e Wa~e~ Vepa~~men~ on lune 9, 1948; and .
WHEREAS, Willie S~ewa~~ha4 4e~ved ~he Ci~y u a
labMe~,me~e.~1teade~ and wa~e~ pumpe~'du~ing ~he y'e.a~4 On h~4
employmen~; and
WHEREAS, du~ing all On 4uc.h 4e~vic.e ~o ~he Ci~y, Willie
S~e.wa~~ ha4 pe~nc~med hi4 du~iellin 4uc.h manne~a.4 ~o ~enlec.~
c~e.di~ upon him4el6, hill namily and ~he c.i~y; and
WHEREAS, Willie S~ewa~~ e.lec~ed ~o ~e~i~e. on lanua{LY 31
1983; and
WHEREAS, ~he. Ci~tj Commill4ion .de.lli~ell ~o ~e.c.ognize. ,
Willie. S:t.ewa~~'4 long and nai~hnul4e~vic.e. ~o ~he c.i~ize.nll and
~he.Ci~y . '
NOCII, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVEVBY THE CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Se.c.~ion 1. Tha~ ~he. Ci~y o~ We.ll~Unive.~4i~y Plac.e!,
Te.xah, ac.~ing by and ~houghi~4 duly au~hMize.d ~C'[:tyCommi4:l1ion,
he.~eby c.omme.nd4 ll1,[lR.,[e. S~ewa~~ noJc. h,[4 many ye.aJc.ll On,lJe~v,[ce.i ~o
~he. c,[~,[ze.nll and ~o ~he C'[~y. "
Sec.~,[on 2. Tha~ ~he.Ci~y COmm,[llll,[on.onbe.haq oni ~he
ci~,[ze.n,t, 4e~ve.dby W,[lR.,[e. S~ewaJc.~, e.xpJc.eUe.4 i~hgJc.a~e.nuR. ci.pp~e-
cia~,[on ~o h-Lm nM h,[ll unhe.lUhhde.voZ;[on ~o hill duuu and nOJc.
~he manne.Jc.in wh,[c.h he nai~h6u.Uy pe~6Mmed h,[h ~e.llponll,[tJ'[U;t,[e4.
Se.c.t,[on3. Tha~ ~hill 'Re.llolu~,[on be. "p~e.ad,[n null!
upon ~he m,[nu~e.ll .o6~he C,[~yCommiu,[on 4nd ~ha~<~he MaYM b~,
and llke. ill he.Jc.e.by,au~hMize.di:.o4e.t,[ve.Jc. ~oW'[U.,[e S~e.waJc.~ a! ~~ue.
copy he.~e.o6, ,t,,[gned by each membeJc.on :the C,[~yComm,[hllion.
PASSEV ANV APPROVEV ~hiil. 1 Uh day 0 n fe.b~ua.Jc.Y~ '19
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-09
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoi~t
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Parks and Recreation Board of the' City of
West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and will ingness to
serve as members of the Parks and Recreation Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve as ~em-
bers of the Parks and Recreation Board:
Bruce' Barnes
Sara Lou Brown
Scott Cameron
Sue Kelley
Stanley McCandless
Kathleen McLaurin
Jack Peevey
Beatty Hatts
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Parks and Recrea
tion Board shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Parks and Recrea
tion Board shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the Cit
Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their
successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this4J..lrI day of....~L~~, 1983.:
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Marla Forristall, Mayor i
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-10
\1HEREAS, the City of \4est University Place has determined that a
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan which includes the mitigation, p~epar-
edness response and recovery phases of emergency management is des i rabJ e;, and
~!HEREJl.s, the City finds that ,vulnerabi 1 ity to many potential hazards
is shared by residents of the City of West University Place; and
\mEREAS, 't~e City further finds that the common goal of emergel]cy
management can best be achiev~d through an organization which shares the'com~
bined resources of the City.
NOH, THEREFORE" BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMM I SS I ON OF THE C ITV OF
\1EST UN I VERS I TY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That there is hereby established an Emergency Management
Plan which shall consi~t of the officers ~nd employees of the City as de~ig-
nated in an Emergency Management Plan.
Sect ion 2. That the Emergency Management Plan dated February ]ll,
1983 is an appropriate plan for the City and is hereby adopted.
Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of West University Place
shall appoint an Emergency Management Coordinator to coordinate all aspects of
the City program of comprehensive emergency management, including the ,pn~para-
tion and maintenance of an Emergency Management ~lan for the City of Hest Uni-
versity Place in accordance with this resolution.
PASSED AND APPROVED
this,;(Jd,,' day OfJ-~~ ' 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye: ()t~~
Commissioners Voting No: 7)~
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
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THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE. TEXAS
Section.l. Authority
T~e,organizational and operational concepts set forth in this plan are promulgated
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under the following authorities:
A. City of West University Place City Resolution No.
Dated Februarv 28. 1983
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B. Texas Disaster Act of 1975, 64th Legislature, Article 6889-7, Vernon's
Texas Civil Statutes, as amended.
C. Executive Order of the Governor.
D. Federal Civil Defense Act of 1950, as amended~ (Public Law 920.
81st U.S. Congress.)
E. Disaster Relief Act of 1974, as amended. (Public Law 93-288, 93rd
U.S. Congress.)
F. Presidential Executive Order 11988, Floodplain Management.
G. Presidential Executive Order 11990, Protection of Wet Lands.
, Section II. Purpose
The purpose of this plan is to provide for effective emergency management within
the City of West University Place, using the existing governmental organization
and rEsources to the maximum possible extent. The City of West University Place
is legally responsible to its citizens for providing for their health. welfare,
and safety in the event of natural disaster, man-made incidents. or national
emergency, includin~ the threat or occurrence of enemy attack.
Section III. Situation and Assumptions
A. Situation
1. The City [1-'" West Uriversity Place has a populc;tion of 12.010 and is
located ir :~oiJthwest Harris County.
2. The Cit;: o~ West Univei"sity Pla:'e is primarily a residential area.
3. The City of West University Place is served by a council-manager
form of government. Cit}1Strvices incluce paid police, fire and
public works personnel.
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The city provides its own water system. Other utility services
are supplied by Houston Lighting and Power, Entex Gas, and South-
western Bell Telephone.
In the event of nuclear attack, the closest probable high-risk
is the Houston Ship Channel area.
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West University Place and its environs have in the past been
subjected to hurricanes, flash flooding, and major transportation
accidents. ~
B. Asurnptions
1. Because of its geographical location, topography, demography,
and the past disaster history, the City of West University Place
can be assumed to be subject to emergencies resulting from the
following contingencies: '
a. Hurricane
b. Flash flooding
c. Major transportation accidents
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d.Major fires
e. Utility outages or shortages
f. ~azardous materials spill s
g. Water contamination
h. Enemy attack
i. Civil di sturbances
2. In the event of nuclear attack, West University Place would probably
receive radioactive fallout from weapons striking: in the Houston
Ship Channel area.
3. In the event of severe international tension, the nation-wide Crisis
Relocation Plan may be implemented by the President through the
Governor.
Section ~V. Direction and Control
A. Concept of Operations
The mayor, as Emerge:1CY ~1anagement Director for the city, is responsible
! for assuring that coordinated and effective emergency response systems
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are developed and maintained. Existing agencies of government will
perform emergency activities closely related to those they perform
routinely. Outside assistance, whether from other political jurisdic-
tions or from organiied volunteer groups, will be requested and used
only as an adjunct to existing city services, and only when the
emergency situation threatens to expand beyond the city's response
capabilities.
B. Emergency Operating Center (EOC)
Response activities will be coordinated from the ,Emergency Operating
Center, which is located in the Fire Station, 3800 University Boule-
vard in West University Place. The EOC will be activated by the City
Manager upon notification of a possible or actual emergency. All
department heads and other personnel having duty assignments in the
EOC will report to the center when it is activated.
C. Organization of City Services for Emergencies
City departments and agencies will maintain the same organizational
structure during emergency operations as exists under normal conditions.
No new ch~in of command is created for emergencies except that all
personnel tfssigned to perform an emergency function will be under the
command of ,the responsible individual through their normal supervisory
chain.
Section V. Assignment of Responsibilities
A. Executive Group Responsibilities
1. The mayor and city council are primarily responsible for:
a. Directing the overall preparedness program for the city.
b. Making emergency policy decisions.
c. Declaring a state of emergency when necessary.
d. lmplementing the emergency powers of local government.
e. Keeping the public and the Dis2ster District informed of the
situation. (With the assistance of the Public lnformation
Officer.)
f. Requesting outsidE" assistance wher necessary. (Either from
the Disaster Distict or from other jurisdictions in accordance
with existing Mutual Aid Agreements.)
2. _The City Manager is responsible for:
a. Assuring that'all city departments develop, maintain, and exercise
their respective service annexes to this plan.
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b. Supporting the overall preparedness program In tenns of its
budgetary and organizational requirements.
c. Serving as controller of the fOe during its activation.
d. Implementing the policies and decisions of the governing body.
e. Directing the emergency operational response of city services.
,3. The emergency management coordinator is responsible for:
a. Servi.ng as staff advisor to the mayor, counci.land city mana.ger
on emergency matters.
b. Coordinating the planning and general preparedness activities
,of the municipal government.
c. Analyzing the emergency skills needed by the city forces and
arranging the training necessary to provide those skills.
d. Maintaining this Emergency Management Plan.
e. Preparing and maintaining ~resource inventory.
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f. Ensuring the operational capability of the EOC.
g. Keeping the governing body apprised of the city's preparedness
status and anticipated needs.
h. Serving as day-to-day liaison between the city and state
emergency management organizations.
i. Maintaining liaison with organized emergency volunteer
groups and private agencies.
j. Initiating and monitoring the increased readiness actions
among the city services when disaster threats~occur.
B. Emergency Services
Each of the services listed below is a necessary segment of effective
emergency management. The individual responsible for, each service will
develop, maintain, and exercise the systems and procedures necessary for
the performance of their functions. Each individual (Service Chief) is
also responsible for developing a service annex and standing operating
procedures (SOP's) detailing how that service is to be provided. Addi-
tionally, each ServiceChie~ is responsible for coordinating the acti-
vities of outside agencies called in to assist in the performance of
that service.
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Following each service assignment is a brief list of the major tasks
associated with that function.
Emergency Service
Assigned to: (Service Chief)
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1. LawEnforcement
a. Law enforcement
b. Traffic control
c. Crowd control
d. Tsolat;--oJl of damayed a rea
e. Damage reconnaissance
f. Explosive ordinance reconnai,ssance
g. Weather reconnaissance
h. Disaster area evacuation
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2. Fire Protection
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Primary Tasks:
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a. Fire prevention
b. Fire suppression
c. Inspection of damaged area for fire hazards
d. Hazardous spills containment and clean-up
e. Inspection of shelters forofire hazards
3. Communications and Warninq
Police Chief
Primary tasks:
a. Receive and disseminate warning to public and city officials
b. Maintain contact with Disaster District EOC
c. Coordinate use of all public and private communications
systems necessary during emergency operations' (including EBS)
d. Disseminate emergency public information as requested
4. Pub1 ic Works
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P rima ry ta s k s :
B. Assessment of damage to city-owned facilities,
b. Condemnation of unsafe structures
c. Direct temporary repair of essential facilities
d. Barriccding of hazardous areas
e. Priority restoration of streets and bridges
f. Protection and/or restoration of waste treatment and disposal
systems
q. Auqmentation of sanitation services
h. Assessment of damage to streets~ bridges, traffic controi devices,
waste water t~tment system, and other public works facilities
i. Debris removal
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5. Heal th and Medical
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Primary tasks:
a. Coordinate planning efforts of hospital and.other health
facilities with city'.s planning requirements
b. Coordina!e patient loads of health facilities during
emergencleS
c. Coordinate triage and first aid activities'immediately
after disaster strikes, i~cluding EMS
d. Develop emergency health and sanitation standards and pro-
cedures ' ,
6. Welfare
Seni'or Servkes Director
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Prima ry tasks:
a. Secure facilities for mass sheltering and feeding of displaced
disaster victims
b. Secure sources of clothing for disaster victims
c. Secure source for emergency food supplies and arrange
method of purchasing
d. Coordinate operations of shelter facilities~,whether they ar~
to be operated by the city, by local volunteers, or by organized
disaster relief agencies such as the American Red Cross ~
e. Provide for the health and sanitation needs of people in
shelters
f. Provide necessary support to non-city agencies operating
-shelters
7. Personnel and Finance
Director:of Administration/Finance
Primary tasks:
a. Establish procedures for employing temporary :personnel for disaster
operations
b. Establish and maintain a manpower reserve
c. Coordinate deployment of reserve personnel to: city departments
requiring augmentation
d. Establish emergency purchasing procedures and/or a disaster
contingency fund '
e. Maintain records of emergency-related expenditures for
purchases and personnel
8. ~Le J!.ss~ssment
Tax Collector
Pri ma ry tasks:
B. Establish B damage assessm3nt team from among; city departments
-I with assessment capabiiities and responsibilities
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b. Train and provide damage plotting/ team to fOC .
c. Develop systems for reporting and compil ing iJlformation
d. Assist in determining geographic extent of damaged area
e. Compile estimates of damage for use by city dfficials
in requesting disaster assistance '
f. Evaluate effect of damage on city's economici"ndex, tax
base, bond ratings~ insurance ratings~ etc., for use in
long-range recovery pl anning
9. Emerq.ency Publjk~nformat.ton
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Primary tasks: '
a. Compile and prepare emergencyinfQrmation for the public
inca se of emergency ,
b. Arrange for media representatives to receive regular
briefings on the city's status during extended emergency
situations
c. Secure printed and photographic documentation of the
disaster situation
d. Handle unscheduled inquiries from the media ahd the public
10. Emergsocy Powers of Government
Primary tasks:'
City Attorney
a. Advise city officials on emergency powers of local government
and necessary procedures for invocation of me~sures to:
~ implement wage, price and rent control
- establish rationing of critical resources
- establish curfews
- restrict or deny access
- specify routes of egress
- limit or restrict use of water or other utilities
- use any publicly or privately owned resource with or
without payment to the owner '
- remove debris from publicly or privately owned property
b. Review and advise city officials on possible liabilities arising
irom disaster operations, including the exercising of any or all
of the above powers
c. Prepare and/or recommend legislation to implement the emergency
powers which may be reouired during en emergency
d. Advise city officials and department heads on record keeping
!"'::'CJ111rements and other documentation necessary for the exercising
of eme1~gency powers
11. Radi010pical Defense
Fire Chief
Primary tasks:
a. Establish and.maintain a radiological mor.itoring and
reporting network
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c. Under fallout conditions, provide city officials and department
heads with information on fallout rates~ allowable doses.
and fallout projections
d. Provide input to the statewide monitoring and reporting system
e. ' Coordinate activities of all city services performing
monitoring activities
f. Provide monitoring services and op~rational advice at the
scene nf accidents involving radioactive mat€rials
12. Rescue
Fire Chi.ef
Primary tasks:
a. Coordinate search and rescue activities of all departments
in emergencies
b. Maintain a reserve pool of manpower and equipment for
rescue purposes
13. Hazard MitiQation
Primary tasks:
a. Survey potential hazardous situati onS in the city
b. Develop specific plans to lessen the hazardous effect
or remove the hazard from the city
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14. Other Aqencies
All department and agency heads not assigned a specific function
in this plan will be prepared to make their resources available
for emergency duty at the direction of the city manager.
Section VI. Increased Readiness Conditions
A. Condition Number Five - This is a condition which automaticclly goes
into effect annually on June 1 and remains in effect through November
30. It indicates that the HurricaneSeason now exits.
Action - Each department head and division head is expected to review
and upcatf: his department's supplemental emergency plan submitting
changes to the Emergency Management CODY'dinator for incorporation
into the overall plan.
b. Condition Number Four - This condition will be declared by the Mayor~
City Manager~ or the Emergency Management Coordinator when the course
of a hurricane has been established and the National Weather Service
predicts a likely landfall within seventy-two hours.
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necessary to maintain liaison with the Weather Bureau. (2) Direct
radio and/or telephone communication will be establ ished with the
local National Weather Service. (3) The Chief of Police and
Emergency Management Coordinator will be notified and he will advise
the Mayor and City Manager. (4) The Emergency Management Coordinator
will notify key department and division heads and all other persons who
man the emergency operations center. (5) All EOC personnel will
check the status of their operation and equipment and will be avail-
able from this point on or until the situation reverts to Condition
Five.
C. Condition Number Three - (As directed by" Mayor, City Manager, or
Emergency Management Coordinator) " '
1. Severe Weather Watch is established by the United States Weather
Service. (a) Hurricane Watch - Announced for specific areas that
a hurricane or incipient hurricane condition poses a threat to
coastal and inland communities. Sustained winds of 50 m.p.h. or
greater are within 48 hours of Galveston. Take stock of preparedness
and be ready for quick action in case a warning is issued. '(b)
Tornado Watch - conditions are favorable for tornado or severe
thunderstorm formation. ~inta'in daily routine but be ready to
respond to a warning. (e) Flood Watch - Observe conditions for
rising waters and be prepated to increase readiness action if
required.
2. Strategic Warning - Based on intelligence reports of international
situation. The President or Governor may use public news media
to warn citizens of a possible enemy attack.
3. Civil unrest.
D. Condition Number Two - (As directed by Mayor, City Manager, or Emergency
Management Coordinator)
i. Weather Warning is issued by the Weather Service.
a. Hurricane Warning - Either or both of the following
conditions are expected in a specified coastal area
in 24 hours or less.
(1) Sustained winds 74 mph or higher
(2) Dangerously high W3.ter or exceptional"ly high
winds even though they may not be of hurricane
force. (50 mph sustained winds in Galveston
within 24 hours.)
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Warning area is identified by NOAA. Torn~dd*
Posted. Communication with FOC and Radio -,..~
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waters to exceed a safe control.
2. Tactical Warning - Where imminent air or missile attack information
is received sufficiently in advance to permit partial evacuation
or deployment to shelter.
3. Civil Disorders
E. Condition Number One - (As directed by the Mayor)
1. Hurri cane. strikes
2. Tornado strikes
3. No-warning~ Nuclear Attack
4. Flash flooding
5. Hazardous material spill
F. The following time intervals are recommended:
H Minus (Before arrival of storm)
- 72 hours
- 48 hours
- 24 hours
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Watch... Intensify preventiveactiQ{l
Warning...Decide on evacuation
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Sec1ion VII. Support
A. Request~ for state or federal assistance, including the Texas National
Guard or other military services~ will be made to the Department of
Public Safety District Headquarters in Houston.
B. All such requests will be made by the Mayor~ or in his name by another
official specifically authorized by him.
Sfction VIII. Emeroency Powers of the Government
During a declared state of disaster, the mayor and city council may take
.extraordinary measures in the interest of effective disaster management.
Such measures may include, but are not limited to; wage~ price and rent
controls, rationing of critical resources, establishment of curfews, and
restriction of access to and egress from affected areas. While the Texas
CJrostitution and the Constitution of the United States guarantee to each
individ~al the right to remain in th[ir own homes~ the City of West
Universi'ty Piace may restric1. the right of other persons to enter or re-
main in the discstel~ area when their presence would unduly endanger emergency
personnel or otherwise hamper response and recovery activity.
A11 physical resources within the City of West Unive~sity Place, whether
>ubl icly or pr: 'lately owned~ may be util ized when deemed necessary by the
may~r Or city council. The city assumes no financial or civil liability
for i the use of sud resources; however ~ accurate records of such use wi 11
be maintained in case reimbursement becomes possible.
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To ensure continuity of government during threatened or actual disasters,
the following line of succession is established:
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Implementation
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This Emergency Management Plan for the City of West University Place supersedes'
and rescinds all previous plans and procedures. '
This plan is effective immediately upon signing by the mayor, and it shall
be reviewed and updated at least annually.
In the event that any portion of this plan is held invalid by judicial or
administrative ruling, such ruling shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of the plan.
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-12
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards;, and
\1HEREAS, the ~layor and members of the City Commi ss ion have contacte
qualified citizens to serve on the Ambulance Advisory Board of the City of
West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Ambulance Advisory Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE C ITV Cot1M I SS I ON OF THE C I TV
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve as
members of the Ambulance Advisory Board:
Connie Boynton
Paul Handel
Arlo ~leltge
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Ambulance
Advisory Board shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Ambulance
Advisory Board shall serve until the next regular general City Election of
the City Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification
of their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
Il.;ci.; day of' ht1.4~ ~ , 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No:
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ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-]3
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Communications Committee of the City of
West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Communications Committee.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OFTHE,CITY OF
WEST UNIVERS,ITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section]. That the following persons be appointed to serve as mem-
bers of the Communications Committee:
Nicho]e Baker
Kathryn, Ma'loney'
Lisa 0 I Leary
Mi ]ton Morin
Jim Schell
Susan Wright
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Communications
Committee shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Communicatio~s
Committee shall serve until the next regular genera] City E]ection of the
City Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of
their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
/f/..:t:L day of '1rL~
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Commissioners Voting Aye: Q.J.,LJ
Commissioners Voting No: 71U4-.1
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-14
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Health Board; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Health Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve as mem-
bers of the Health Board:
Dr. Bi 11 Bryan
Dr. Larry Pickering
Mr. George Stillman
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Health Board
shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Health Board
shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the City Commis-
sion and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their succes-
sors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~day of ~ ~~ , 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No:
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-15
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qual ified citizens to serve on the Zoning Board of Adjustment; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve as mem-
bers of the Zoning Board of Adjustment:
Frank Bi 11 ings
Bi 11 ie Fougerat
Vincent Fromen
Sue Feazel
Opal McKelvey
John (Sandy) Nichols, Alternate
Richard Petronella, Alternate
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Zoning Board of
Adjustment shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Zoning Board
of Adjustment shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the
City Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of
their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this /..JLJ:L. day of D~
, 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-16
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of ,the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Zoning and Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Zoning and Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve asmem-
bers of the Zoning and Planning Commission:
Marcellus Bettler"
Bob Kend'r i ck
J,im Norton
Michael O'Leary
Tish Taitte
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Zoning and
Planning Commission shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Zoning and
Planning Commission shall serve until the next regular general City Election
of the City Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification
, 1983
Commissioners Voting No:
Commmissioners Voting Aye:
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-17
\'!HEREAS, the number 9-1-1 has been reserved nationwide for emergency
purposes; and
WHEREAS, many communities across the country are able to obtain
emergency assistance by dialing the number 9-1-1; and
WHEREAS, some states have adopted legislation mandating each com-
mun i ty to set up the 9-1-1 emergency telephone serv i ce for its c it i zens; and
WHEREAS, Houston-Harris County is the last major metropolitan area
without the 9-1-1 primary universal emergency telephone number system; and
WHEREAS, there is before the Texas State Legislature a Bill to be
entitled an Act to establish a county-wide 9-1-1 emergency number system for
counties with a population of more than 2,000,000, and including those parts
of cities extending into other counties; and
WHEREAS, under the 9-1-1 system, no matter where in Harris County a
citizen happens to be, and no matter what kind of emergency assistance is
needed, the citizen still only dials 9-1-1 to obtain the proper agency; and
WHEREAS, the citizens throughout Harris tounty should have the op-
portunity of obtaining 9-1-1 service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-18
WHEREAS, in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, the
Charter of the City of West University Place, and Ordlnance Number 1209
adopted pursuant thereto, an election was held within and for said City on
April 2, 1983, for the purpose of permitting the qualified voters of the
City of \.[est University Place to vote for or against the adoption of a new
Home Rule Charter; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the terms and provisions of Article
8.29a of the Election Code, the Judges of the election have made out, signed
and delivered in a sealed envelope the returns of said election, to the Mayor
and City Commission of the City of West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission of the City of West University
Place, Texas, in special session, assembled on April 4, 1983, have opened
and examined the election returns and have canvassed the results thereof in
accordance with the provisions of the City Charter and the Texas Election Code
and as a result of such examination and canvass, said Mayor and City Commis-
sioners find that at such election the following votes were cast:
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Abse tee
15 87 133 183
FOR:
"SHALL THE CHARTER FRAMED
BY THE CHARTER COMMISSION
BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED
AS THE HOME RULE CHARTER
OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVER-
SITY PLACE, TEXAS?"
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190
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AGAINST: "SHALL THE CHARTER FRAMED
BY THE CHARTER COMMISSION
BE APPROVED AND ADOPTED
AS THE HOME RULE CHARTER
OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVER-
SITY PLACE, TEXAS?"
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WHEREAS, as a result of such election it was determined that 644
votes were cast FOR the adoption of a new Home Rule Charter and 71 votes were
cast AGA I NST the adopt i on of a new Home Ru'l e Cha rter.
NO\':, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMM I SS ION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the official results of such election shall be, and
they are hereby, declared pursuant to canvass of the returns of such election
by the Mayor and City Commission to be:
THAT THE CHARTER FRAMED BY THE CHARTER COMMISSION SHALL BE
APPROVED AND ADOPTED AS THE HOME RULE CHARTER OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS.
Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect and be in force immed-
iately from and after its passage and approval as required by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~1I:Ji day of April, 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye: ~
C0111missioners Voting No:
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
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RES~LUTION NUMBER 83-19
WHEREAS, a number of years ago, members of the City Commission were
made aware of a need by citizens for a place to dispose of discarded items
not included in the city's regular garbage and trash removal service; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Commission that such service
continue to be provided; and
WHEREAS, it is the further desire of the City Commission that those
residents using such service shall share in the increased costs thereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section I. That the following user fees are hereby established for
use of a special trash container located in the 6200 block of College:
Automobiles. ........................... $15.00
Pickup Truck........................... 30.00
Tra i Ie r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Section 2. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect
from and after its date of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED this "~ day of
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Commissioners Voting Aye: iJ..iLl"
Commissioners Voting No:
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ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-20
WHEREAS, the number 9-1-1 has been reserved nationwide for emergency
purposes; and
WHEREAS, many communities across the country are able to obtain
emergency assistance by dial ing the number 9-.1-1; and
WHEREAS, some states have adopted legislation mandating each com-
munity to set up the 9-1-1 emergency telephone service for its citizens; and
\mEREAS, Houston-Harris County is the last major metropol itan area
without the 9-1-1 primary universal emergency telephone number system; and
WHEREAS, there is before the Texas State Legislature a Bill to be
entitled an Act to establish a county-wide 9-1-1 emergency number system for
counties with a population of more than 2,000,000, and including those parts
of cities extending into other counties; and
WHEREAS, under the 9-1-1 system, no matter where in Harris County a
citizen happens to be, and no matter what kind of emergency assistance is
needed, the citizen still only dials 9-1-1 to obtain the proper agency; and
WHEREAS, the citizens throughout Harris County Should have the op-
portunity of obtaining"9;1-1 service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
The City of West University Place hereby supports the Bill to be
entitled an Act establishing the digits 9-1-1 as the primary emergency tele-
phone number for use by certain local governments in this state and urges its
passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED th i s d d day of () ~
, 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No:
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Marla Forristall, ~layor
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-21
'4HEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provi s ions of the City Cha rter and ord i nances heretofore adopted, to appo i.nt
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Electrical Board of the City of West Univer-
sity Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Electrical Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve as mem-
bers of the Electrical Board:
Jayne Davis
Bill'Clowe
A. B. Fisk
Oscar Johnson
James Todd
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the. Electrical Board
shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Electrical Board
shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the City Commission
and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this :23A..J.. day of 7Y\~
, 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye: () ~ )
Commissioners Voting No:
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ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-22
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Personnel Board of the City of West Univer-
sity Place, Texas; and
\.fHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Personnel Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to the Personnel
Boa rds:
Burt Sa 11 anfant
Harry Bristol
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Personnel Board
shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Personnel Board
shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the City Commission
and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this~day of ~~/'\ , 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No:
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-23
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Plumbing Board of the City of West Univer-
sity Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Plumbing Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
~!EST UN I VERS I TV PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to the Plumbing
Boa rd:
Roy Harper
Brian Watts
Michael Smith
Rob Peterson
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Plumbing Board
shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Plumbing Board
shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the City Commission
and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED th is ;).. ~ day of In 0-..-l1~
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Commissioners Voting No:
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Mar a Forristall. Mayor
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-24
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qual ified citizens to serve on the Recyc'l ing Committee of the City of ~lest Uni-
versity Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Recycling Committee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to the Recycl ing
Committee,:
Ron Budros
Emilie Booth
Diane Shipman
Carlton Tibbitt
Theresa Hebert
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Recycling Com-
mittee shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Recycling Com-
mi.ttee shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the City
Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qual ification of their
successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED th is a N... day of ,:tJ1 ~.
, 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Commissi.oners Voting No:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-25
vJHEREAS, it is the obi igation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Long Range Planning Committee of the City
of West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Long Range Planning Committee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to the Long Range
Planning Committee:
Rufus Stanley
Mike Casey
Richard Spencer
Paul O'Day
Charles Evans
Archie Ryan
Liz Lancaster
Mark Mauldin,
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Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Long Range
Planning Committee shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Long Range
Planning Committee shall serve until the next regular general City Election
of the City Commission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification
of their successors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~ day of ~~
, 1983.
Commissioners Voting No:
Commissioners Voting Aye:
'7J1Ja ~ %AA~1of!}
Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-26
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Traffic Committee of the City of West Uni-
versity Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certa in persons have i nd i cated a des ire and wi 11 i ngness to
serve as members of the Traffic Committee.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That,the following persons be appointed to the Traffic
Commi ttee:
Georgia Wi 1 son
Sonny Ahrens
Janet Redeker
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Traffic
Committee shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Traffic
Committee shall serve a term of six months from this date.
PASSED AND APPROVED thi s~day of ~
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No:
, 1983.
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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RESDLUTION NUMBER 83-27
WHEREAS, it is the obligation of the City Commission, pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
qualified citizens to serve on the Senior Services Board of the City of West
University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Senior Services Board.
NO\.J, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to the Senior
Services Board:
Gene Hines
Harold Smith
Ha rl and Doak
Aileen McElreath
Helen Seymour
Pat Denson
Judy Boll ing
Kenneth Pearce
Mi ldred Chapin
Bill Marshall
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Senior Services
Board shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Senior Services
Board shall serve until the next regular general City Election of the City Com
mission and thereafter until the appointment and qualification of their suc-
cessors.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~ day of '
7Ylry
, 1983.
Commissioners Voting Aye: ~
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Commissioners Voting No: I'~
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUT~ON NUMBER 83-28
WHEREAS, Ryne Patterson Lilly was employed by the City of
West University Place, Texas, as Director of Personnel/Purchasing
on August 24. 1980; and
WHEREAS, on Septembe.r 28, 1981, Patt was named Di rector of
Operations; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure with the city many innovative
changes ~Jere effected demonst rat i ng Patt' s d i 1 i gence,- organ i zat i ona I
ability, initiative and sense of fairness; and
WHEREAS, by great courage, clear wisdom, remarkable patience
and unusual thoroughness and conscientiousness, Patt has established
a record of achievement; and
WHEREAS, Patt Lilly has submitted his resignation from the
city's staff to 'further pursue his ambition in the field of municipal
management; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to give recognition
to Patt Li lly for his excellent, energetic and efficient service
to the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City of West University Place, Texas,
acting by.and through its duly authorized City Commission, hereby
commends Patt Lilly for his distinguished service to the city and
its citizens.
Section 2. That the City Commission, on behalf of all
citizens, staff personnel and city officials, expresses its grate-
ful appreciation to Patt Lilly for his unselfish devotion to his
duties and for the manner in which he faithfully performed his
responsibilities.
Section 3. That this Resolution be signed by each member
of the City Commission and that the Mayor be, and she is hereby,
authorized to deliver to PattLilly a true copy hereof.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 23rd day of May, 1983.
717 aJu. / -:;.~~~ '
MafIa Forristall, Mayor
ayor Pro-Tern
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Tom Weatherly, Commiss~ner
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ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard,' City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-29
WHEREAS, the City Council has heretofore determined that addi-
tional real property is needed in conjunction with municipal operations;
and
WHEREAS, the City has entered into an Earnest Money Contract
for the acquisition of Lot Twelve (12) in Block Eighteen (18) of College-
view First Addition to the Cay of West University Place, adjacent to
the City of Houston, in Harris County, Texas, according to the map thereof
recorded in Volume 6, Page 44, of the Map Records of said County, also
known as 3814 University Boulevard.
WHEREAS, there has been appropriated and is available in the
General Fund the sum of $115,000.00 to acquire such property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Sect ion I. That the sum of $115,000.00 be appropriated from
the General Fund for payment for the acquisition of Lot Twelve (12) in
Block Eighteen (18) of Collegeview First Addition, Harris County, Texas.
Section 2. That Marla Forristall, Mayor of the City of West
University Place, Texas, be, and she is hereby authorized to execute all
documents to conclude the purchase and sale of said property.
PASSED AND APPROVED this~7Z;C day of ~ ~
Councilmembers Voting Aye: ~
, 1983.
Councilmembers Voting No: ~
/1(cul~~o.1J
Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-30
WHEREAS, on October 23, 1941, Peter Harris Roussel was born
in West University Place, Texas, in the last house to be built in the
city prior to World War II at 6515 Brompton Road; and
WHEREAS, Peter Roussel has brought honor to himself, his
fami ly and all citizens of West University Pla'ce; and
WHEREAS, Peter Roussel has served as Assistant to the Ambas-
sador to the United Nations; and
WHEREAS, Peter Roussel served as Special Assistant tp Presi-
dent Gerald Ford; and
WHEREAS. Peter Roussel serves as Deputy Press Secretary to
President Ronald Reagan; and
WHEREAS, Peter RoQssel was recognized by the University of
Houston in 1983 as one of its' Distinguished Alumni; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to give recognition to
Peter Roussel as one of West University Place's Distinguished Citizens.
,NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City of West University Place, Texas,
acting by and through Its duly authorized City Council, hereby com-
mends Peter Roussel for his distinguished service to his country.
Section 2. That the City Council, on behalf of all citizens
and city officials, expresses its grateful appreciation to Peter
Roussel for his unselfish devotion to his family and his city.
Section 3. That this Resolution be signed by each member
of the City Council and that the Mayor be. and she is hereby. authoriz-
ed to deliver to Peter Roussel a true copy hereof.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 27th day of June, 1983.
7lf ad A./~f<<Jf
Marla Forristall, Mayor
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Pro-Tern
Tom Weatherly,
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-31
WHEREAS, the City Council has heretofore determined th~t additional
real property is needed in conjunction with municipal operations; and
WHEREAS) the city must provide for funding of the purchase of real
property located at 3814 University Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, Section 7.07 of the Home Rule Charter of the City of West
University Place specifically permits and authorizes the issuance of promi-
sory notes for the purpose of. borrowing money on the credit of the city for
permanent public improvements. and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered funding the purchase with
funds borrowed from the city's banking depository. Texas Commerce Bank - Chemical;
.NOW. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section I. That the City Treasurer has certified the availability
of funds sufficient to fund the purchase of real property located at 3814
University Boulevard.
Section 2. That the sum of $115,000 is hereby appropriated for th~
sole and exclusive purpose of paying for said purchase, or in the alternative
for repayment of any indebtedness created by the city for funds used in the
direct payment of the contract amount.
Section 3. That the city has determined that it will be advanta-
geous to borrow from its banking depository the sum of $115)000 to pay for
the direct cost of such purchase, and should said loan be determined to be
in the city's best interest, said loan shall be negotiated according to the
terms of the current depository agreement at an interest rate of five (5)
percent per annum.
Section 4. Tha,t Marla S. Forristall, Mayor of the City of West Uni-
versity Place, Texas, be, ~nd she is hereby. authorized to execute a promisory
note on behalf of the city) on or after the date this resolution is approved,
payable to Texas Commerce Bank - Chemical of Houston in the principal amount
not to exceed $115,000 at the interest rate of five (5) percent per annum in
accordance with depository bank bids and with a maturity date of one year
from the date of the execution of the note.
Section 5. The amount so borrowed that is secured by the city's
promisory note, shall be deposited in an account designated as the General
Fund, and said amount deposited at the lending depository bank and said funds
used for the direct payment of the purchase of real property located at 3814
University Boulevard.
Section 6. That repayment of any sum so borrowed and any accrued
interest thereon shall be made from unreserved General Fund balance which has
heretofore been appropriated and designated for the sole purpose of paying for
the purchase of such property.
Section 7. That in view of adequate monies having been appropriated
for repayment of any debt authorized to be created herein, no additional tax
need be levied for repayment of the proposed indebtedness.
Section 8. That this Resolution shall take effect and be in force
from and after its passage and approval by the City Council.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~ day Of'~' 1983.
Councilmembers Voting Aye:"~
Counc i 1 members Vot i ng No ~ ~
ATTEST:
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-32
WHEREAS, the City is aware of the contribution of our
younger citizens to the quality of life in our community~ and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to acknowledge the significant
achievements made by our younger citizens~ and
WHEREAS, the West University Little League - Junior Division
Tournament Team, managed by LEE HOWELL and coached by JAMES
INGRAM, recently achieved the following honors:
TEXAS DISTlUCT 16
TEXAS . SECTION IU
TEXAS STATE TOURNAMENT
U.S. SOUTHERN REGION
CHAMPIONS
CHAMPIONS
CHAMPIONS
FINALIST
HOUSTON, TEXAS
PEARLAND, TEXAS
COLLEGE STA'l'ION, TEXAS
EUSTIS, FLORIDA
As a finalist in the southern region, the team was in the
top eight teams in the United States.
NOW THEREFORE,' BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST UlUVEBSITY PLACE, TEXASi
Section 1. That the team, it's manager and coaches:
ALLGOOD, ALEX
BRAY, COLLIN
BUCY, RALPH
BUlUUS, emus
CHRIST, CHABLES
CROMACK, DAVID
ESPDlOSA, ARmORY
FINLEY, CHRIS
GASPER, CHABLES
HALL, DAVID
HOWELL, LANTZ
JElUUGAN, :KEVDI
KLAUS, RONlUE
LEPPARD, TOMMY
MOCK, JUSTDJ
SUDDUTH, DREW
VOGELSANG, PHILLIP
WADE, ROBBIE
WAITE, MARK
ASSISTANT COACHES
TEAM MOTHER.
RALPH BUCY, SR.
MIKE RUTLEDGE
WALTER STANDISH
CARTER WILLHELM
BETH FINLEY
be, and are hereby, congratulated and applauded for their
outstanding accomplishments.
Section 2. That the City expresses it's appreciation for
the effort expended, the dedication exhibited and the
sportsmanship exemplified by these young men, their coaches and
their parents, in attaining these singUlar honors which directly
reflects a positive image of this City and the participants; and
Section 3. That a copy of this resolution be delivered to
each team member, their coaches, manager and team mother.
22nd day of August, 1983.
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MAYOR
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-33
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WHEREAS, the City of West University Place, located wholly within Harris
County, experienced and suffered substantial pUblic and private damage as a
result of Hurricane Alicia on Thursday, August 18, 1983; and
WHEREAS, the City has suffered a substantial loss of certain revenues
from the disaster; has incurred substantial expense in restoring its govern-
mental functions and in providing disaster-related assistance to individuals
and families; and
WHEREAS, the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-288) allows
for financial assistance to meet disaster-related necessary expenses and
serious needs of individuals and families adversely affected by this disaster
which cannot be otherwise adequately met from other means of assistance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS;
Section 1. That Donna L. Sims, Director of Administration, is hereby
authorized to execute for and in behalf of the City of West University Place,
a public entity established under the laws of the State of Texas, this ap-
plication and to file it in the appropriate State office for the purpose of
obtaining certain Federal financial assistance under the Disaster Relief
Act (Public Law 288,93rd Congress) or otherwise available from the President's
Disaster Relief Fund.
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Section 2. That the City of West University Place, a publ ic entity
established under the laws of the State of Texas, hereby authorizes its agent'
to provide to the State and to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
for all matters pertaining to such Federal disaster assistance the assurances
and agreements printed on the attachment.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS ~day of ~~~ , 1983.
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I, Lee Lockard, duly appointed City Secretal~ of the City of West
University Place, do hereby certify that the above is a true and correct
copy of a resolution passed and approved by the Mayor and Council of the
City of West University Pl ace on the l~~ day of J...,r-:t:...
1983.
Da te: q - I 3. fj~
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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TtH ApphcSfi: hNE'by e&.SUTt't. I!.nr:~:=:'_rtifJet thSl h+ ".m comply ',dth th(' TEMh re-J,'lJl!tJP_ -~'. O!iC'lt'~. j."Uldeline.. and !"f'QuJrpJnenu indudmr
.oMS f Clrcutlln ~(; A.9t; anc A end FMCi.f-.4. &f t.hE'Y rejsu, lo t.he- epphCB110D. I Utn(..t am:: UGf of ff"df:rsl fundEo for t.hll f~d('ns.Jh-
assi!.u..c prolt'Cl ArM:. th~ ApfJht....:..c-' fIVf"f. ll.$.Sl.u:ancf' e.nd l"er1iflt:i ~..ith les.pt.C'l to and.~" ,,-f~dition for lhf" f!rJln1 that .
11 J>osseS4~}. .r~a~ authonty'\.t.. epp\y '1m tht--'r.n.... and \.c, fm;a.nc(
anc construCt thE- propuno hu:ihLJPl_ that ~ ftSo)u.tton. motion or
.jmilJ!.!" action na!> bf.E'n Duly edoplf"c or p.ll.S2"d &!- .n OffICi.81 .lrCl
Df th.. applic.nt'. I!overnin[ bod);-. &uthoriunr t.he fi1in~ of tht
appllcauon. includlni=- an understendmi!s and mUraDCel- cont.ained
lherem, and dirt'"C'tins; a.nd authorizinf lhf' pe1'5On identified ti- tht-
ofheial re>pre5E'ntatlvt of thE appJicant t.o .ct in connection with
t.ht apphcll\.ion anew providt such additiona.! information as.
may bE' rf>Quirec .
2 It ...m compJy ...jth thfo provi5jon~ of: Executivf' Orde-r 11988,
rell-unf: 10 Floodplain Milnafement and Exeru.tivf Order 11990,
.-elalinE" Lo ProteC'tion of \\.'etland1..
3. It 'Will bave sufficient fundi- availablE 1.0 IDft.t thE' llon.Federal
shan' of t.hE- coon lor constnlttion pro;ecu. fiurIlCient funds ....iJJ
bf availablif ~'hen- construction is. comple-led 1.0 &SeLl"' effective-
operation and mafnLE"nanCf' or thE' r.cilit~. far lb. pu~
constructed
-4 It will not enter into a canst.ruction contracl(1.1 fat thE' project Or
undenakt' 'Other .t:t.ivit;.e~ \inti) tht' condhtODS: of the Jrant pro'
I!ul.m(s) havE- bPen met..
~ It .,'iIl providt" and m.ainuin ~ompelent and adE'quBtf' 5rchilf>ctUJ'
.1 en~inf:>'f'rinr supervision and insPf"C'lion a1 Shf> ~omtruction Silt"
to insiJrt' that thE- complEted wor1.: conforrm ..jth thE' approved
pJan!> and 5PE"cifiCllt.ions; tha~ it ....ilI furnish proire~ reporu Bno
such o,1.her inrormat,on 8.f tht- F~deTl~.1 fTantoT aren~~: may
6 It will OPE-ratf" and maintBin thf' faemt" in AirordancE' .'ith th~
minimum 5Uindaro!' IU. may bf. Fequired or pre~rjbed b)' thE'
applicabh.- Federal. SLatf' Bnd local ..geode!- fo:r tht' lnbinL€'nancp
and operation of 5uch iadJitiei.,
.
,", 1\ __..in ,iVE" thf- i!re..nlor, aile:ncy and th~ Comptroller General.
thtoul!h_lln). lIuthor.i~E'd repreJ;E'n'L8tivc, access to anc thf" riyht 1..0
eXL1T1im- aU record.!.. book!<:. papE"ri>. or dorumenu. rf'lll.tec \.C. the-
~ranl
~_ J~ wiD l"equiJ'"f' thE f8.c:ilit~, 10 bE- oeliii.(!:nf'c 1.0 comp]s with thE
"'Amf'rican S12hdan:! Spt'ciflc.alioJU. loi Makin{; BuiJdingf and
Fllc.ihue~ ACceEsibit 1.0,' and UQbl~ b'\. t..M- Ph"'.1ca!h. Handi.
capP'"d:' ,,"umbp, Al],.].J 96J. a, modifiHl fci CFR- 10]-1,.
7031 J Thf- applicant ..m bE' respom:ib}f> for conducLinr in-
5ppcttorn t.o lnsurt-- complJanc( ..ith !heR" liippcificatiom. by
t.hf" contractor.
9.. ), ",,'i11 caUSf 1I.'or).. or.-thf- prO.K>Ct t.-O bE- commenced v,..ithin .
..easonablt t."mt .ft.e~ I'~eipt of. notiflC.li.~ion from tilt- approving
Federal .f'enry that funch haVE beer. approved and 'Idl! SE't'that
...or).. .on tht- pro.lec1 . ...jJJ bt- PTo5e-cuterl to c:ompletion ,..jlh
re.uone b}~ dibrencc _ ..
10 It...m n01 D1&POSt. of 01 encumber iu tiUf' or other inlereSu. in
thE" aiu enc {ecilu..ieJ.. durinr I.ht. period of Feder.l intere51 cn
whiif" Ulf Government botol- bond:,. ...~hj,cheve1 is, tht; lon~~I.
11. Jl arrpe, t.c. comply ....itl-. S<-nion :9n, P.L !l328b and ....ith
Tltl. "J c~ 1I>r C,,'i; R'rhl> ACI of J9b4 (P.L 83.:9b2) and in
.5_C"cordiin{'f- -.-ith Tltlt VI of t.hl- Act. nc.' pen-Dn in J.hf' Uniz.e.c
Sale!>_ s~.&Jl. or. l.iH, frounc iDf ".CE.. ~Dlor. Or IUIhonal oririn, bf-
el\.cJUDE'C from PEn.,cJpatior. In, bf. den;ec t..hf benefJu o!~ or bf
01h.(>~\o\,-~f' uib_lf'CleC t.o d15crirninatior:lJnoer "n~: prop...m OJ
.cuvJt~. fo: ,,'hich thE- applicanl Ffff'i1P'ef. Fftler,a} -financial Af'
5'iu.anct anc IIIPdlJ tmmedlilt.eh' takE' an,' measuTe! Ilecegan' t.o
pffP-c:tU8lf thif &~"-ef'menl Jr' an}' re6.1- propen)' or 5truC1U;f' if,
pro'\odec 01 irr.P10'\l~C .'ill-: Un .it; 05 Feder&~ flnanda1 ASSl5:1.
.nCE E'x\enof'c lC: thE- ~pp1ic:.nt. thif ~urBnee shall cbliJ!dt- thE
Applicant, O~ ir. .thf-C&!i' of ..ny t.r~m:rer of AJch propeny. an)"
tre.nsJE.ret:... (0: thE pu;OC cl.lrinr which ShE- real propen~. or
.stnlctun- If. UJoE'~ fo! I. pUrpoR for ,,'hich thf Federal financ:ia1
a.s.sJstanC't" if ~J:l.ended or for 5notheJ PUl"'pOR involvinJ: thE'
proyu-ion of similar sel'Vicei.. or bene-flU,
12. It ....m ~1:Bbljsh ufeEUardl- &.0 _prohibit emp)oyeef. from UEin,:
th:JT po~Jt~O& fD~ e pur~ that h or ,i"'e~ thE' app.paranC'f' of
bf"Jn{ mOlJVAtt'"d b,l' . des in- for privatt' ,ain for theln5elves OJ
othen. paTticu1l!TJ,y th05E ....ith whom the,). hew farnilJ.'. bU5inea.
or other tie!
13 It ....ill comply ..."i1l-. thE ",Quirem.n~ 01 Tit", II ane Till. In 01
-t!'t! Uniform Rel~at.ion ~at&nee and. Rea) Property AeQui.
101110,.. Art of 19,0 (P.L 11]-6(6) ...hich p.....ide. for Isi, and
equItable- t.reatment of pel50DS c:l~p18eed _ . ruult of Fe-dereJ
and F..derall~.._j.ted progr&rm.
14. It ..ill comply ovith all ...quirem..ntoimpooHl by thp F..de,.)
I"l'an~or a,enc)' concerning special nquire:rnenu of pw. program
reQuuemenu. and other admiIJistrativE" requirement(. approved in
accordsn.,.. ...ith OMB Circula, A.I02, P.L. !li-28B a. amend.d,
. .!nd apphcabl._~~~aIRe,,,lalio....
1 ~ h "",.m comply ,,'ilh t.h~ prOYllilom. of tht- Hnch ACl ...hich IUTJI1
1h...pohucai .I:tivjl~. of employeel.
16 11 ....m comply with thE: minimurr. ....pt=' and maximum houn
provi&iol1' of thE Forderal Fair LabaT sundarth Act, as1ht')" apply t.o
hospital and educational institution employeeJo of Statt. and
local ;ovemmenu.
17. ('Io th. bon of his 1.nowledgE and belief) 1h. d;..np, reh.r ...o,~
described on e8:ch Federal Emer,.encJ, M&naFement Afenc-y
(FEMA) Pro~cl Application 10' ...hich F..dera] F"ulncial a>'
..i5~nCf" is requestec ~ elj~iblE' in accordanct- 1With I.bt- criteria
eontained in 44 CodE- of FedeTal ReruletionE., Part 205, and
applicabl. FEMA Handboolu.
Irs. The ~meTi'enc)' or di5.8s1Cl "lief .orl. therein GtsCribed {or
whicl1 Federal A.g;igtanCE- is Tt'"quested hereu.nder doei 1101 or
.~jIJ not duplicatE' bE'nefns re-ceivt'"d f01 thE' AmP IOQ from
.nother .source.
lB. It ....ilJ (1) provide ",,"'ithout corot to the United Su!t.ec an Janik,
Cu.emenU and righu.of.way nf'cessar}' for aC'CDmpJishmpnl ofthf'
.ppro\'erl wOTl:i (2) hold and AYfo thf' Unit.e-d Satef. frt"f from
cia mare. duE' to thE approved work or Federal fundlnt.
20_ Tbj~ assurance- i!: lFiven in conside-ration of and for thf" pllrpo&f- of
obiaining an~' and all Federal ~ranu.. loans. reimbun;emenu., ad,
....anC'"ei. tontracU. propen)'.. d~C'"ounu of other Federal financial
tlSSis.anc-e e:xt~[\ded .f~r~thf' date heJ'"eof 'W thE- Applicant by
FEMA. that 5uch Federal Financial assistanCf'..ilI be e%u>ndf'd in
reJianCf' on tht' reprel.f"ntationf and ~reemenu- rr.&df: 0-, thu. a!--
5unma- ano that thE' United SLates ,.ball havE' thE- riJ!bt to 5f>e.,
judicial €>nfoTcement or thiE. assuTanet:. This psUTJIhCf' is, bandin.
on thE' applicant. iu EUCcesson.. 'tranrofer-f'ei.. and tiSiEnE"el., and tht
per&OD OJ person5: .,host=' siEnJl:tureE. appear on tlu reVelV' IU au.
thorized to 5.ign t.hir. tiSUrancE' or. behalf of th" app};cant
21, It will rompb,' ....ith thE" fiood in&uranet> purchaIi-f" n-qunements of
.6Pction 102(10) of t.ht- Flood DWisLer P"OLE'ctfor. AC1 of 1973.
Public Lew 93.234.. 87 SLat. -g7~. appTOYE'C December 31~ 1975.
&-ction 102(11) require!>. on ano after J\.brrh 2, 1975, 'thE- purC'bti'
of flood insurJi.nN in C'ommUn111e.s. when.- 5UC}-, insuranCf it.
I'vailab\E' as. ~ c::ondi\.ior. (oy t.ht- I"t:'ce-ipt of an!.' FederE1 ftnancial
J!ssistan~ fOf ron.5truct.lon D:- j!:c-quisitioTl purpD5eJ: for W.f ir. .n~
llrec 1.hat ha... bf'E'n idt'"ntiftf>d by lhf- Director. FeduE1 E.nlt"Tfl.nc-).
Man5f!ement A~E'nc!o' a...~ an ar~~ h~\.inr.s:ve-ciaJ fiDOC Murch Tn(
phraftr- "'Ft'"deraJ fmancial 25SISLanC'..... .nclude. .n~ tomloJ 100t..
eranl, I'uar&nt,)'~ iJUurancf- paymenl. rf'baH. 5ubbid)., D.u"Lf'r
e.ssis:.ancE' loan or ,r.n1, or any olhe_r forJrl of dire,,) Of indlrf>'CI
Fe-dere.l aES-is.\.8nCt:.
22. 11 ...m romp};\" with t.hE" iniur.nC'f- requiremenu Df N-ntOr; 31.{.
1'1.. 93-2B~. 10 obtain and mainLllin an:r other SmurAftt"f' AI- ma~: bf
reasonable, adeQu8Lt:. ano n~,.yto pTotf"Ci .,.Jn51. further iOS!-
t.o an)' propen): ..hich "'a:. replat'ec., resLOTec. npaJrrC, 0' con.
a:truC'tec .'ith thi!. esst"tanet-
23. It ....m df'fer fLlndinr Df any pJ'"o.iecu invoh'inr Dexiblt- fundJDi"
'Ilntil FEMA mllket ~ (avorab}f en'\'ironmenuJ dear.DN. if thu.
iE required. .
24 It -:iIJ -.sir;:t thf' Fe-de-ral ~.nLOr .renc:,.' in ju. C'ompJiaoC'f' .'jth
Secllon ] 06 of thE ~.tiona} Hiuoric Preservation Artaf ] 96(..
.. &mpnd..d, (36 D.S.C 470). Exec:ut;". OrdO'r 11f>93, and th,__
Arcb~lol'it:al and Historic I'_pnrat;on A~I co! 1966 116 V.E.C.
.6911~3 -el ~q,) b)' (a) consulliDf ,,'jtJ; thF StatE Hi5LOrit PrUE'f'
....tion orraeer t:Jn t.hE"' .eonduct Df ,nvrnji!'llt.iom, -.E- atPCe5S8J'"\"
s.o id.entify propeTltet.. lis.tee in or eliriblF for inc:haioD. in ti,;
N.l:lional Rei'ister of Historic- places. tha1 aTf" liubteC't W .dvenf
effects (ON 216 CFIl Far: 800.6) b)' 11>. activit).: and I>otif)'inr
t~')f FedeTa.1 ITanlOY .ieDC~. of thf:' existeDCE- car an)" spe}, propel'
ue., and by (b) complyin!! ....;~b all reQuirPlDen~ "",,,blw.ed b)
thf Federal l:anlOJ Alenc!' 1.0 ."oid or mJtiiat~ ao"em ..fieeLl
",po" 5Uch proporUe..
_25. It. ...ill, {or .n~: ~pllin OJ r-onstructtOJl fman~rl heJ"E'..jth. eomply
"~lth applicabh. sundard.s of 5I1ret).~ dPCency .nc unitation anc
in l:onformit3:' ,,'ith applicablt- -eooe&. &pt>cihc:atiom and SLan.
cuds; a.nd, ..-ilS e-va1uau- tin natura' ha2&rm in area!, in .....hich
the> Pl'DCf"edE 'Of thE' 8T&nt OJ loan.n- a.o tK IlM'd arid. &ak~ ap-
propriatC" action to miliialE ~uch t.az.anh, inc:ludint alE' land
U5E- and comtn.lction practices
STATE ASSURANCES
ThF StalE> Agreti- to. take: any ftPC'eSAt'J-' action sithin 8tet~ capabilities
to requirf' eompliancE' with' these assurance5 and agreetnenli by &hE'
applicant .CJr to assulDE ftoSponsibUity to the- Fe-de:al f:oyemment lor
..an\'_ .der~ncil!S._.....t~l.aA._ _,,.. ....... _....;....__~....___r..~....ICI-.-:-- _-s_~
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-34
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has heretofore requested
assistance from the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation in
signalization on Weslayan Street at University Boulevard and Rice Boulevard
and widening of Weslayan Street at Bellaire Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, such streets are included in the Urban System; and
WHEREAS, the City of \.Jest University Place has been advised that
subject to the availability of Federal-aid Urban System Funds and the eligibi-
lity of the proposed work for financing in the amount of $380,000 to be funded
through the State Department of Highways and Public Transportation assistance
will be provided for Widening Grading, Structures and Surfacing and Traffic
Signals.
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place will adopt and enforce
such ordinances and regulations as may be required for proper operation of the
signals; and
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place will maintain all of the
work constructed as part of the project and agrees to regulate traffic and pre-
vent encroachment on the right-of-way, all in accordance with governing poli-
cies and regulations of the Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. The City of West University Place hereby accepts the
terms and provisions of Minute Order #81169 00060 as approved by the State De-
partment of Highways and Public Transportation on August 25, 1983.
Section 2. The City of West University Place wi 11 cooperate with the
State Department of Highways and Public Transportation in completion of the
proj ects.
Section 3. That City Manager Richard Rockenbaugh is hereby authorize
to execute on behalf of the city any and all documents as required by the State
Department of Highways and Public Transportation.
PASSED AND APPROVED th i s 10 ~ day of
, 1983.
ATT5S:. .
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-,}fr ~>,
WHEREAS, city officials have determined that it is in the best
interest of the citizens of this city to continue its membership in the
HOUSTON-GALVESTON AREA COUNCIL; and
WHEREAS, the By-Laws of the Houston-Galveston Area Council requires
the appointment of a duly elected representative of each of the governmental
units for the year 19$4}
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That Councilman Joe Polichino, Jr. be, and he is hereby,
designated as its representative to the General Assembly of the Houston-
Galveston Area Council for the year 1~~4.
Section 2. That the official Alternate authorized to serve as the
voting delegate should the hereinbefore named delegate become ineligible,
absent, or should he resign, is Counci lman Bi 11 Lenhart.
Section 3. That the Executive Director of the Houston-Galveston
Area Council be notified of the designation of the hereinabove named delegate
and alternate.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~ay of ;17~~ , 1983.
Councilmen Voting Aye: ~
Councilmen Voting No: ~
Ly}! /J,fA> 19A~L~la1.f
Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83-36
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION WITHJN THE GREATER
HARRIS COUNTY 9-1-1 EMERGENCY NETWORK
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place is a city that lies
wholly or partly within Harris County; and
WHEREAS, a majority of the votes cast by the voters of the City of
West University Place, in the November 8, 1983 election, as found in the
Final Official Canvass of the Election Records of Harris County, Texas,
County Clerk's office (Film Code No. 738-55-0084 through 738-55-0097), were
in favor of confirming the creation of the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emer-
gency Network and authorizing the 9-1-1 emergency service fee to be charged.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the matters and facts recited in the preamble of
this Resolution are found and determined to be true and correct.
Section 2. That the City of West University Place become a parti-
cipating jurisdiction of the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network
pursuant to the provisions of the 9-1-1 Emergency Number Act with all the
rights, privileges and duties as stated in said Act, particularly the charging
and collecting of the 9-1-1 emergency service fee according to the terms of
said Act.
Section 3. That it is understood that once confirmed, the Greater
Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network will be subject to public review every
three (3) years, pursuant to Section 15 of the 9-1-1 Emergency Number Act,
and that the continued existence or dissolution of the Greater Harris County
9-1-1 Emergency Network will be effected only by, the terms of said Act.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~ day Of,!)Ui~~ , 1983.
Counei lmen Vet i ng Aye:' 1-
,Counci lmen ,Voting No: ," '
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Marla Forristall, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 83~~ 23 7
WHEREAS, an application by the owners of certain real property
located within the corporate limits of the City of West University Place,
Texas, to develop a street for public use on the owner's property has been re-
ceived and considered by the City; and
WHEREAS, the Zoning and Planning Commission, the Director of Public
Safety and the Director of Public Works have reviewed the proposal and have
approved such construct i on proposa 1 wi th recommendat ions to the City Counc i1
regarding such application; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed and considered theapplica-
tion, the recommendations of the city staff and the comments of citizens in
public sessions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the proposed street
construction will result in a benefit to the citizens of and the general wel-
fare of the City of West University Place, Texas.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. The owners of the following described real property have
complied with the requirements of the City of \.Jest University Place, Texas, re-
garding the construction of a street for publ ic use that is or wi 11 be located
on private property, to-wit: Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof
for all purposes.
Section 2. That the City Council has determined that such street
construction will result in a benefit to citizens of and the general welfare
of the City of West University Place, Texas; and
Section 3. That, according to the authority vested in the City
Council, permits should issue from the City for construction of the street
proposed by the owner according to the plans and specifications approved by
the City; and
Section 4. That upon compliance with the terms and conditions of all
applicable ordinances and other requirements of the City, that such street so
constructed shall be designated as a public street with the official designa-
tion hereafter being VIRGINIA STREET,' a publ ic street in the corporate 1 imits
of the City of West University Place, Texas; and
Section 5. That the construction of VIRGINIA STREET shall integrate
into the current City street network by and through the extension of the Duke
Street easement to the extent necessary to provide a proper and safe inter-
section with VI.RGINIA STREET. To this extent, the owner/applicant is hereby
authorized, at his expense, to extend Duke Street to intersect the proposed
VIRGINIA STREET and further, to construct a proper and safe intersection ac-
cording to the requirements of the City; and
Section 6. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed
to execute all documents on behalf of the City of West University Place re-
garding said street construction, it's dedication and conveyance.
PASSED AND APPROVED this Qd day of ,().L~_bv(~ , 1983.
, Forris"talJ-; Ja kson
Counc i I men Vot i ng Aye: LeQ.b;; !-1;,'- Peil i c i no
Councilmen Voting No:
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Marla Forristall,Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lee Lockard, Gity Secretary
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EXHIBIT"A"
Roadway Purposes
DESCRIPTION
April 21, 1983
11,351.9 square feet of land out of Lots 7A, 7B, 8A, 8B, 9A and 9~ in Block 26
of West University Park, and a portion of the adjacent platted r1ght-of-way of
Virginia Street, the plat of said addit~on b~ing recorded in Volume 9, Page 13
of the Harris County Map Records, all be1ng 1n the A. C. Reynolds Survey, A-6l
in Harris County, Texas, said 11,351.9 square foot tract being more.
particularly described by metes and bounds as follows:
COMMENCING at a 5/8" iron rod found marking the intersection of the westerly
line of Mercer Street(50 feet R.O.W.) and southerly line of Duke Street(50 feet
R.O.W.);THENCE West, with southerly line of Duke Street, passing at 130.25
feet a 3/4" iron pipe found marking the northeast corner' of Lot 7A, in all a
distance of 248.50 feet to a 1/2" iron rod set marking the northeast corner and
PLACE OF BEGINNING of the 11,351.9 square foot tract herein described;
THENCE South, parallel with and 12.0 feet easterly from the west lines of Lots
7A, 7B, 8A and 8B, 200.00 feet to a 1/2" iron rod set on common line of Lots 8B
and 9A, said iron rod marks the P. C. of a curve to the left;
THENCE in a southeasterly direction with a curve to. the left having a radius of
20.00 feet, a central angle of 65' 23' 41", an arc length' of 22.83 feet and whose
cord bears S 3t 34' 58" E, 21.61 feet to a 1/2" iron rod set marking the P .R.C.
THENCE in a southerly direction with a curve to the right having a radius of
35.00 feet, a central angle of 150021 '47", 'an arc length of 91.85 feet and
whose chord bears S 09054 '04" W, 67.67 feet to a 1/2" iron rod set marking the
end of said curve; ,
THENCE South, parallel with and 12.0 feet easterly from the west line of Lot
9B, 15.13 feet toa 1/2" iron rod set marking the southeasterly corner of the
11,351.9 square foot tract herein described;
THENCE West, with common line of Lots 9B and lOA, passing at 12.0
platted common westerly corner, in all a total distance of 32.00 feet
iron pipe found in platted R.O.W. of Virginia Street, said point
southwest corner of the 11,351.9 square foot tract herein described;
feet their
to a 1"
marks the
THENCE North, parallel with and 20.0 feet' westerly from the west line of Lots
9B, 9A, 8B, BA, 7B and 7A, 300.00 feet to a l"iron pipe found marking the
northwesterly corner of the herein described tract;
THENCE East, passing at 20.0 feet the northwest corner of Lot 7A, continuing
with southerly line of Duke Street" in all a total distance of 32.09 feet 'to
the PLACE OF BEGINNING and containing 11,351.9 square feet of land, mote or
less.
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-1
A RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT OF THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE APPRAISAL DISTRICT OF HARRIS COUNTY,
TEXAS.
BY PASSAGE OF T~IS RESOLUTION, this governing body expressly adopts,
validates and ratifies all previous actions taken by this body concerning the
formation of and the election of the members of the Board of Directors of the
Harris County Tax Appraisal District.
IN THE EVENT that any court should declare that the previous actions
taken by this governing body in the passage of or pursuant to its previous
RESOLUT I{)N CONCERN I NG THE APPO I NTMENT OF THE BOARD OF D I RECTORS OF THE APPRAV-
SAL DISTRICT OF HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS, this governing body expressly resolves
as fo 11 ows :
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of Texas passed and the Gover-
nor signed into law Senate Bill 621 (the Property Tax Code) which relates to
ad valorem taxation; and
WHEREAS, said Property Tax Code provides for the creation of a
central appraisal district within each County of the State; and said Code
further provides that said central appraisal district be governed by a five
(5) member board which shall be elected by the qualified voting taxing units
within the County by the fo'llowing formula as set forth in Section 6.03(d):
u
V = T x 1000 x 5
V = The number of votes to which a taxing unit is entitled.
u = The dollar amount of property taxes imposed by a taxing
unit during the preceding tax year.
T= The sum of the total dollar amount of property taxes im-
posed in the appraisal district for that year by each
taxing unit that is entitled to vote.
WHEREAS, Section 6.030) of the Property Tax Code provides that a
majority of three-forths (3/4) of the qualified voting units within the County
may change the number of members of' the board or may' change the method of
selecting members of the board; 'and
WHEREAS, Harris County is a large urban county containing in excess
of fifty (50) taxing units, ninety-five ,(95%) percent of which are small in
comparison to taxes levied by a few large units; and
WHEREAS, the board size and method, of selecting said board provides
in Sections 6.03(a) and (d) would not provide a fair and equitable board under
the particular circumstances in Harris County; and
WHEREAS, an expanded number of board members selected under a dif-
ferent method would under the part.icularcircumstances relevant to Harris
County provide a broader and more equitable representation of all of the tax-
ing units in HarriS County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION Of THE CITY OF
\~EST UN I VERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
THAT, under the authority granted by Section 6.03(i) the City of
West University Place City Commission hereby elects to proceed with the selec-
tion of the board of directors for the Harris County Appraisal District as set
forth below: '
I. The number of directors which shall comprise the Board of Direc-
tors of the Harris County Appraisal District shall be nine (9).
II. The method of selecting the members of the board of directors
shall be as follows:
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(a) The voting entitlement of a taxing unit that is entitled
to vote for directors is determined by relative population. The authority
for determining the voting entitlement of cities and the county shall be the
most current United States Bureau of Census population figures. The authority
for determining the voting entitlement of school districts shall be the most
current Gross Average Daily Attendance figures as published by the Texas Edu-
cat i on Agency in the D i rectorv of Pub 1 i c Schools.
Votes shall be apportioned to each taxing unit entitled
to vote based on the following scale:
Taxing Unit Population
or AveraQe Dailv Attendance
1 - 5,000
5,000-15,000
15,001-30,000
30,001-50,000
50,001-75,000
75,001-105,000
105,001-140,000
140,001-180,000
180,001-225,000*
City, County
Yl2:W
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
School District
Votes
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
*The County and 'cities or school districts having populations or average
daily attendance in excess of 225,000 shall accrue one additional vote for
each 50,000 above 225,000.
A taxing unit participating in two or more districts is entitled to vote in
each d'istrict in which it participates, but only the population in a district
is used to calculate the voting entitlement in that district,.
(b) The county clerk shall calculate the number of votes to
which each taxing unit is entitled and shall deliver written notice to the
pres i ding off i c'er of the govern i ng body of each uni t of its vot i ng ent it 1 e-
ment before February 1, 1980.
(c) Each taxing unit that is entitled to vote may nominate by
resolution adopted by its governi,ng body one candidate for each position to be
filled on the board of directors.' The presiding officer of the governing body
of the un it sha 11 submi t the names of the un it's' nomi nees to the county clerk
before February 15th. Before February 29th, the county clerk shall prepare a
ballot, listing the candidates alphabetically according to the first letter
in each candidate's surname, and shall deliver a copy of the ballot to the
presidIng officer of the, governing body of each taxing unit that is entitled
to vote.
(d) The governing body of each taxing unit entitled to vote
shall determine its'vot'e by res'olutionand submit, it to the county clerk be-
fore March 15th. The county clerk shall count the votes, declare the nine
candidates who receive the largest cumulative vote totals elected and submit
the results before Apri lIst 'to the governing body of each taxing unIt in the
district and to the candidates. '
in all
(e) The election shall be held in accordance with Section 6.03
regards other than those here 1 n changed purs(j,.,,, t,to Seetio" 6.03(;),
PASSED AND APPRDVED th". JI!4:..Y of ~ . 198D
Commissioners Voting Aye: ~
Comml ss i oners Vot i ng No: 1J
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, MayO '
ATTEST:
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City Secretary
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RESOLtITION NilllBER 80-2
l~REAS, the City Commission of the City of West University Place
has received a request for the reconveyance of an easement granted to the
City in 1952, said easement granted for the purpose of utility easement to a
specific residence; and
WHEREAS, the necessity for such utility easement no longer exists;
and
WHEREAS, the City Commission is of the opinion that a fair market
price for purchase of the easement owned by the City has been reached.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the utility easement conveyed to the City of West
University Place, Texas by document as set out in Volume 2528, Page 337 of
the Deed Records of Harris County, Texas, said easement located on Lot 2,
'Block 41 of West 'University Place Addition is no longer necessary or desirable
.
for the City to retain and that said easement should be conveyed to the
current land owner, UNICENTER PROPERTIES, INC., pursuant to their request of
conveyance.
Section 2. That the sale price of said easement of $625.00 is a
fair market price for said easement conveyance.
Section 3. That Mayor James M. Cole is hereby authorized to execute
the necessary copveyance documents conveying the City's interest in said ease-
ment for the sum of SIX HUNDRED T'tlENTY~FIVE AND NOj100.DOLLARS ($625.00), the
consideration heretofore set forth.
Section .4." That. the, easement.. shall, be_ wi thdrawn, from, the lis ting
of city property upon the execution of said convn: n A....... A
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~ day of ~
Commissioners Voting Aye:
1980.
Commissioners Voting No:
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ATTEST:
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City Secretary
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STATE OF TEXAS I
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COUNTY OF HARRIS I
QUIT CLAIM DEED
That the City of West University Place, Texas, a municipal corporation
with principal offices in the County of Harris, State of Texas, for and in
consideration of the sum of SIX HUNDRED TWENTY-FIVE AND NO/lOO DOLLARS
($625.00) in hand paid by the Grantee, herein named, the receipt of which is
hereby acknowledged, have QUITCLAIMED, and by these presents do QUITCLAIM,
unto UNICENTER PROPERTIES, INC., a cor-poration with principal offices in the
County of Harris, State of Texas, all of the City's right, title and interest
in and to,the following described real property easement situated in Harris
County, Texas, to-wit:
A utility easement containing 1',250 square
feet and more fully described in the Easement
,Conveyance recorded in Volume 2528, Page 337
of Deed of Records of Harris County, Texas.
'TO HAVE AND ,TO HDLD,a.1l'of the City's rIght, title and interest in and
to the above described property easement and premises unto said Grantee its
successors or assigns forever, so that neither the City nor its legal repre-
sentatives or successors shall, have"cJaim or demand any right or' title to
the aforesa id property, premises or' appurtenances' or any part thereof.
EXECUTED this /~~J day of January, 1980.
James M. Cole, Mayor
of West University Place, Texas
ATTEST:
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City Secretary ,
STATE OF TEXAS I
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COUNTY OF HARRIS 'I
BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day personally ~ppeared,
JAMES M. COLE, Mayor of, th'e C,ity of West University, Place, Texas, a municipal
corporation, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the fore
going instrument, and acknowledged to me that he executed the same for the
purposes and consideration therein expressed, in the capacity therein stated
and as the act and deed of said municipal corporation.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF OFFICE on this the /~ day of
January, 1980.
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. Harris County, Texas
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-3
WHEREAS, Emory Newhouse was employed by the City of West University
Place on June 23, 1961, as a clerkin the Water/Sewer D,epartment; and
WHEREAS, Emory Newhouse has responded to emer.gency,calls, working
under adverse weather conditions at n'ight, on week-ends, and at any time his
services were needed; and
WHEREAS, Emory Newhouse, has accepted admlnistrative responsibility
and has served as Acting Superintendent of the Water/Sewer Department when
,requested,; and
'WHEREAS, during all of his service, Emory Newhouse performed his dut
and responsibility in such manner as to reflect credit upon himself, his
family, ,his position and the city; and
WHEREAS, Embry Newhouse has earned much respect from the citizens
and his fellow employees for his interest and devotion to duty; and
WHEREAS, Emory Newhouse has elected to retire from service with the
city on January 31, 1980; and
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, WHEREAS, Emory Newhouse wi 11 long be remembered in the roll and
history of fa Hhfu 1 emp 1 oyees of sa i dc i ty.
NOW. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST, UN IVERS ITY PLAC~, TEX~S:,
. Section 1, That the Mayor, City Commission and all employees hereby
eXpress thej,r appreciation to Emory Newhouse for, his unselfish devotion to
his duties and, for the manner in which he faithfully performed his res pons i-
biHties.
,Section 2, That the City Commission and his fellow employees wish
for,'Emory Newhouse and his family contentment, health and much happiness
always.
'Section 3. That this Resolution be spread in full upon the minytes
of the City Commi'ssion and that the Mayor be~ and he is hereby, authorized to
deliver to Emory Newhouse a true copy:hereof" signed by each member of the
Ct.ty, Commiss ion and attested by the Ci ty Secretary.
PASSEO"AND APPROVED this 14th day of January, 1980.
Sonny Ahrens. Commissioner
Andy Horne, Commissioner
John Maneval, Commissioner
Val Rosenbaum, Commissioner
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RESOloUTION NUMBER 80.-04
WHEREAS, Vicki Ruhmann l\TaS appointed a member of the l<les'
Univer~i't~' Place Police De~ar'tment on December 23, 1975~ and
t4HEREAS, as a l'egul tof lohg hours of service, diligent
Iiltudv and dedica'tion, ,Officer Ruhmann was promoted to the rank of
1')~t~ctiv~ on Augus't 27, 1979t and
liHEREAS, Bubs8<;1.uent to a reCl.ues~ by the 100 Club. of
Hou!ilton, Police Chief FranlcRobinson' subm1ttedrecommendatJ.ons
tor a ~andida:te to be honored by the designation of Officer of
the YellX' b~'!iluoh Club; and
,WHEREAS, the 100 Club of Houston has
Vioki Ruhnulnn as "Otficer of the Year" for the
vef'tiity Pla~eand the award tor such honor was
FebWtlf'Y 4- t lUO; and
, WaEREAS~ the City Commission wishes to ex!)ressits oon-
gratulations to Deteotive Ruhmann for her exoellent, energetio
and intelligent servioe to the oit~ during the year 1979, an~' for
her selecrtion"as ,.tl'€)':ffi:cier'-'0f'~~he':-Ye~'; .
selected Detective
City of West 'Uni-
J;)resen'ted on
NOW, THEREFORE; BE IT':RESOLVi:D"BY'THE 'CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF WE~T UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
, Section 1. 'That the City Commission hereby expresse~
its sincere appreciation' to Detective Vicki Ruhmann of the City
of West University Place Police Department for her exemplary
service to the city and the citizens thereof.
Section 2. That the City Commission offers its congra-
tulations to Detective Vicki RUhmann for her selection by the 100
Club of Houston as II Officer 'Of -the'Year" 'for .the City 'of West
University Place.' ,
Section 3. ' That this Resolution shall be spread in full
UDon the minutes of the City Commission and that the Mayor be,
an~ he is hereby, authorized to deliver to Vicki Ruhmann a trUe
copy hereof, signed by each member of the City Commission and
~ttested by the City Secretary.
PASSED ,AND APPROVED ,this 11th day of February, 1980.
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And~ H?rne, Commissioner
John Maneval, Commissioner
Val Rosenbaum, Commissioner
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-05
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place, Texas deems it
necessary and proper to apply for Federal grant assistance under the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendment of 1972, Public Law 92-500,
and the rules and regulations pursuant thereto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
, OF WEST UN I V ERS ITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That James M. Cole, Mayor, as the Signatory Agent of the' Applicant,
or the successor of said Agent, is hereby authorized and directed to make
application for grant assistance under,Public Law 92-500 and the rules and
regulations pursuant thereto, specifically 40 CFR 30.315-1 (1975); and to
sign the acceptance of the grant assistance, when made, and any other
documents required to complete the project, on behalf of the above-named
Appl icant.
PASSED AND APPROVED, this ~ day of ~, 1980.
Commissioners ,Voting Aye:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-06
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A MUTUAL
AID FIRE PROTECTION AGREEMENT WITH OTHER MUNICIPALITIES IN
HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE
4413(32c), V.T.C.S., AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS RElATED TO
THAT SUBJECT
WHEREAS, "Article 4413(32c) authorizes a county or municipality by
Resolution of its governing body to enter into an agreement with any neighbor-
ing municipality or contiguous county for the purpose of providing mutual aid
in the area of fire protection; and
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place desires to enter into
such a mutual aid fire protection agreement wherein the equipment, facilities
and t~ained personnel of each Fire Department is available to the other parti-
cipants in the mutual aid agreement on an as requested basis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE,
TEXAS:
Section 1. That Mayor James M. Cole is hereby authorized to enter
into a mutual aid fire protection agreement with other municipal Fire Depart-
nients for the purpose of providing' and receiving assistance when required
pursuant to the terms ,and cond i t ion;:; of Art i c 1 e 4413 (32c), V. T. C. S.
Section 2. That such mutual assistance may be furnished without
unduly impairing the capability of the West University Place Fire Department
to accomplish its usual and customary responsibility within the City of West
University Place.
Section 3. That the agreement authorized by this resolution shall
become effective when executed by the Mayor in behalf of the City.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~~~y of ~1980.
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Commissioners Voting No:
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MUTUAL AID FIRE PROTECTION AGRF.F.MF.N~
THE STATE OF TEXAS S
COUNTY OF HARRIS S
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by, among and
between the Cities of [list of cities] and Harris County, all
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parties being municipal corporations or county governments duly
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organized and existing under the laws of the State of Texas, ,
acting herein by and, through their respective Mayors or County
Judges, duly authorized, to so act by ordinance or resolution duly
passed by said Cities qr Counties.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Article 44l3(32c),' TEX.REV.CIV.STAT.ANN., authorizes
a county or municipality by' resolution of its governing body to
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enter into an agreement with any neighboring municipal~ty or
contiguous county' for the purpose of providing ~utual aid in the
~rea of fire protection, and
WHEREAS, the Cities [list of cities] desire to enter into
such a mutual aid fire protection agreement wherein the equip-
ment, facilities and trained perso~nel of each fire department is
available to the other participants in the mutual aid agreement
on an ,as requested basis;
NOW, THEREFORE, KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: Tha t in
consideration'of the mutual covenants, agreements and benefits to
all par.ties, it 'is AGREED as follows:
I.
During t~e term of this agreement, the parties agree to pro-
vide upon requ~st of one party (requesting party) to the others
(providing parties) such fire protection and supp~ession personnel
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and to make available such equipment or facilities as may be
requested for the suppression of fires within the juris~ictional
areas' of the parties; provided that the personnel, equipment or
facilities requested are,not otherwise required within the .City
or County providing same as determined by the Fire Chief or Chief
Fire Service Officer of' the 'providing party. Requests f?r mutual
aid made pursuant to this Agreement shall be made by and to the
, respective Fire Chiefs or Chief Fire Service Officer or their
designated representatives.,
II.
While any 'fi.re service officer regularly employed by or
associated with the providing p~rty is in 'the service of a request-
ingparty pursuant, to this Agreement, he shall be'a fire service
officer of such requesting party' and,beunder the command of the
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fire service officer therein who is in charge in that county or
municipali~y (requesting party),' with all the powers of afire
se~vice ~fficer in such other county or municipality as fully as
though he were within the jurisdiction where he is regularly
employed or associated and his. qualification, ~espec~ively, for
office where regularly employed or associated shall constitute
his qualification for office in such other county or municipality,
and no other oath" bond, or compensation need be made.
III.
Any civil liability related to the furnishing of services
under this Agreement is the responsibility of the governmental
unit which would be responsible for furnishing the services
absent the AgFeement.
IV.
Each party to this Agreement shall be responsible for its
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own costs and expenses.
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The term-of this Agreement shall be indefinite with. any
party' ,having the right to terminate said ,Agre,ement upon'thirty
(30) daysnotic~ to all other parties. The addition or deletion
of' parties to this Agreement shall not affect the Agreement as to
the remaining parties except as may be specffically provi~ed by
amendnlent to this 'Agreement.
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VI.
The parties shall observe and comply with all Federal,
State, County and City laws, rules, ordinances and regulations in
any manner affecting the conduct of the services herein provided
and performanc~ of all obligations undertaken by this Agreement.
FOR THE CITY OF
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MAYOR
DATE:
FOR HARRIS COUNTY:
COUNTY JUDGE
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FOR THE CITY OF HOUSTON:
MAYOR
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APPROVED:
DENNIS C. GARDNER
Senior Assistant City Attorney
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-07
WHEREAS, attentian af the City Commissian has been directed to. the
lack af pravisians whereby haurly emplqyees af the City of West Un,iversity
Place have heretefarebeen able to. accumulate 'sick leave benefits, prier to.
the adaptian af the city"s Persannel Pal icy and Pracedure Manual an January I,
1979; and
WHEREAS, sick leave shall be:camputed and accrued an the basis af
ane day fer each full manth af emplaymellt; and
WHEREAS, sick leave may be accrued fram year to. year to. a maximum
af ninety (90) days; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire afthe City Cammissian to. make sick
leave benefits and the accumulatian thereaf available to. haurly empleyees
retraactive to. tbe dateaf emplayment; and
WHEREAS, the accumulatien af'sick leave far haurly emplayees
emplayed prlar to. January 1,1979, shall be regulated and be in campliance
with the terms and canditians set farth in the PersannelPalicy and Pracedure
Manual adapted an January 1,' 1979.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY, THE CITY COMM I SS I ON OF THE CITY,
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Sectian I. That all haurly emplayees emplayed by the City af West
University Place priar to. January 1,1979, shall be granted sick leave an'the
basis af ene day far each' ful'l manth af empleyment to. a cumulative tatal af
ninety (90) days under the terms and canditians as set forth in the Personnel
Policy and Procedure Manual adQPted an January I, 1979. ,
PASSED AND APPROVED this C /O~ay af ~'1980;
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Cammissianers Voting Aye:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-08
WHEREAS, Patricia Kerekesh, employed as Police Dispatcher and
appointed Deputy Clerk of the Mun,icipal ,Court of the City of West University
Place, has resigned her position with the c,ity; and
WHEREAS, Linda Bale and Jan Garrett have been employed as Police
Dispatchers and are qualified to serve as Deputy Clerks- of the Municipal Court
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY,THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section l.That Linda Bale and Jan Gar,rett be, and they are
hereby, appointed Deputy Clerks of the Municipal Court of the City of West
University Place, Texas.
Section 2. That the appointment of Linda Bale and Jan Garrett
as Deputy Clerks of the Municipal Court of the City of West University Place,
Texas, shall be effective with the passage of this Resolution and that they
shall assume the assigned'duties of Deputy Clerk after having been administere
the proper Oath of Office.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
/d~ay of
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Commissioners Voting No: iJ
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-09
WHEREAS, the City of West University Place does not presently
treat; nor accept any industrial waste; 'and
WHEREAS, the City 'of West University Place does not anticipate
in the future to treat nor accept any industrial waste.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That the City of West University Place does not need to create
nor adopt the Environmental Protection Agency's required "Industrial Cost
Recovery Systems Requirements". However, if, at any time in the future,
the City of West University Place does agree to treat any industrial waste,
the required "Industrial Cost Recovery Systems Requirements"will ,be adopted
and enforced.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
/2!1~ of
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Conunissioners Voting Aye: L
Conunissioners Voting No: tJ_
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-10
WHEREAS, the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University
,Place, Texas. provides that the City Commission shall appoint and employ a
City Manager who shall have and perform the duties, functions and obligations
of such office; and
WHEREAS. Jim Brown served in the capacity of City Manager from
June 5, 1978 until October 31. 1979; and
WHEREAS, said Jim Brown has resigned his duties with the City of
West University Place, Texas.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF TIlE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1, That Richard R. Rockenbaugh be. and he is hereby,
appointed to serve as City Manager of the City of West University Place, Texas,
for an indefinite period at the pleasure of the City Commission.
Section 2. That said Richard R. Rockenbaugh shall be the principal
,
administrative head of the municipal government of the City of West University
Place under the direction'and supervision of the City Cominission.
Section 3, That said RichardR.Rockenbaugh shall receive such com-
pensation as shall be fixed by the City Commission from time to time, and
shall furnish a surety bond in the amount of twenty-five thousand C$2S.000}
dollars as required by the City ,Commission.
Section 4. That said Richard'R. Rockenbaugh shall have the powers
and duties as set forth in the Code of Ordinances of the' City of West Univer-
sity Place, Texas, and as otherwise prescribed by the City Commission.
SectionS, That the appointment of Richard R. Rockenbaugh as City
Manager of the City of west University'P1ace,'Texas shall become effective
March 31, 1980. _____~
'PASSED AND APPROVED this' ,/4 day of' '
.~ ' 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye: S'
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Commissioners Voting No:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-11
WHEREAS, the City Commission has deemed it desirable and in the
best interest of the city to appoint an official City Secretary of the City
of West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS~ Lee Lockard has served in the capacity of Assistant City
Secretary and is qualified to assume the duties of City Secretary; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Commission to provide for the
services of other persons to perform ,such duties as may be necessary during
the absence of the City Secretary.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City Commission hereby names and appoints Lee
Lockard as City Secretary of the City of West University Place, Texas, for
an indefinite'period at the pleasure of the City Commission.
Section 2. That said Lee Lockard is hereby invested with all of
the duties and responsibilities as set forth 1n the Charter of said City and
the Statutes of the State of Texas.
Section 3. That said Lee Lockard shall receive such compensation
as shall be fixed by the City Commission from time to time and shall furnish
a surety bond in an amount to be fixed by the City,Commission.
Section 4. That the appointment of, Lee Lockard as City Secretary
of the C:i,ty of West University Place, Texas shall become effective April 14,
1980.
Section 5. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to designate
such persQns ashe deems' necessary to perform such duties as may be required
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during the absence of the City Secretary.
PASSED AND APPROVEDthiS"/4-~ay of
Commissioners Voting No:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-12
WHEREAS, it is the,ob1igation of the City Commission pursuant to
provisions of the City Charter and ordinances heretofore adopted, to appoint
members to various Boards; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and members of the City Commission have contacted
and interviewed qualified citizens to serve on the Tax Board of Equalization
of the City of West University Place, Texas; and
WHEREAS, certain persons have indicated a desire and willingness to
serve as members of the Tax Board of Equalization.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMIssiON OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the following persons be appointed to serve as
members of the Tax Board of Equalization:
Charles Gillan
Peter Taafe
Donald R. Young
Section 2. That the persons hereby appointed to the Tax,Board of
Equalization shall serve without compensation.
Section 3. That the persons hereby appointed to the Tax Board of
Equalization shall serve until the appointment and qualification of their
successors. ~
PASSED AND APPROVED this ;<? day of
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Commissioners Voting No:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-13
WHEREAS, Jan Garrett and Linda Bale, employed as Police Dispatchers
and appointed Deputy'Clerks of the Municipal Court of the City of West Uni-
versity Place, have resigned their positions with the city; and
WHEREAS, Rebecca Young, employed as Police Dispatcher and appointed
Deputy Clerk of the Municipal Court of the City of West University Place, has
been re-assigned duties as a Police Officer; and
WHEREAS, Pamela Seward has been employed to fill a newly created
position as Records Llerk, and is qualified to serve as Deputy Clerk of the
Municipal Court; and
WHEREAS, Mark Kirk, Marilyn Biggs and Joe'l Castaneda, III, have been
employed as Police Dispatchers and are qualified to serve as Deputy Clerks of
the Municipal Court.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED. BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS.
Section 1. That Pamela Seward, Mark Kirk, Marilyn Biggs and Joel
Castaneda, III be, and they are hereby appointed, Deputy Clerks of the
Municipal Court of the City of West University Place, Texas.
Section 2. That the appointment of Pamela Seward, Mark Kirk, Marilyn
Biggs and Joel Castaneda, III as Deputy Clerks of the Municipal Court of the
City of West University Place, Texas, shall be effective with the passage of
this Resolution and that they shall assume the assigned duties of Deputy Clerk
after having been administered the proper Oath of Office.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ;;Z 611lday of ~
" 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-14
WHEREAS, on May 23, 1980, Entex filed a Statement of Intent to
change its rates for natural gas service within the City of West University
Place and has requested that said changes become effective June 27, 1980; and
WHEREAS, Entex has filed revised '~~r.tffSchedules together with
statements specifying in detail each proposed change, a rate filing package,
and supporting testimony; and
WHEREAS, Section 17(a) of the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Article
1446c, Texas Revised Civil Statutes, gives the governing body of each munici-
pa1ityexc1usive original jurisdiction over gas rates within its municipal
boundaries; and
WHEREAS, Section 43(d) of the Public Utility Regulatory Act authorizes
the governing body of any municipality acting as a Regulatory Authority to
suspend the operation of any proposed change in rates for a period not to ex-
ceed 120 days beyond the date on which the scheduled rates would otherwis~ go
into effect, which period may be further extended for an additional 30 days;
and
WHEREAS, Entex's proposed rate changes and the detailed material sup-
porting those changes require comprehensive evaluation and study.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That the change in rates for natural gas service within the City of
West University Place proposed by Entex to become effective on June 27, 1980
should be, and are hereby, suspended for a period of 120 days beyond said
proposed effective date, until October 25, 1980, subject to an additional
suspension of up to 30 days beyond said date upon further resolution of this
Commission.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
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, 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye: {)
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-15
WHEREAS, on July 1, ,1955, Mr. A. L. Bearden reported for duty as
Superintendent of the Street Department of the City of West University Place;
and
WHEREAS, July I, 1980, marked Mr. Bearden's twenty-fifth anniversary
as an emp loyee, of the ci ty; and
WHEREAS, A. L. Bearden has been called,upon to perform duties above
and beyqnd those of Street Department Superintendent on many occasions; and
WHEREAS, A. C. Bearden', through hi,s warm and fr-iendly personal ityand
good sense of humor, gained the confid,ence and 'friendship-of city employees,
past and present, and residenti of the city; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to give recognition to A. L.
Bearden for his excel1ent,'energeticand intelligent service to the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE I T RESOLVED BY THE CITY, COMM I SS I ON OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That 'the City of West University Place, acting by and
through its duly authorized,City Commission, hereby commends A. L. Bearden for
his distinguished service to the citizens and to the city for the twenty-five
years he~has served as an employee.
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,'Section 2. Th'at the City Commis'sion, on behalf of the citizens who
know A. L. Bearden, expresses its 'grateful appreciation to him for his unself-
ish devotion' t'o his duties and for the manner in which he faithfully performs
his responsibi1iti,s.
'Section 3. 'That this Resolution be signed by each member of the City
Commission and spread upon the minutes of the City Commission, and that the
Mayor be,'.and he is hereby, authorized to del iver to A. L. Bearden a true copy
hereof.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 14th day of July, 1980.
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John L. Maneval, Commissioner
Val Rosenbaum,Commissioner
James M. Cole, Mayor
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-::1 6
WHEREAS, on June 30, 1980, the Houston Lighting & Power Company (HL&P)
filed a Statement of Intent to change its rates for electric service within the
City of West University Place and has requested that said changes become effec-
tive on August 5, 1980; and
WHEREAS, HL&P has filed revised Tariff Schedules together with state-
ments specifying in detail each proposed change, a rate filing package, and
supporting testimony; and
WHEREAS, Section 17(a) of the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Article
1446c, Texas Revised Civil Statutes gives the governing body of each municipal-
ity exclusive original jurisdiction over electric rates within its municipal
boundaries; and
WHEREAS, Section 43(d) of the Public Utility Regulatory Act authorizes
the governing body of any municipality acting as a Regulatory Authority to sus-
pend the operation of any proposed change in rates for a period not to exceed
120 days beyond the date on which the scheduled rates would otherwise go into
effect, which period may be further extended for an additional 30 days; and
WHEREAS, HL&P's proposed rate changes and the detailed material sup-
porting those changes require comprehensive evaluation and study;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That the change in rates for electric service within the City of West
University Place proposed by Houston Lighting & Power Company to become effec-
tive on August 5, 1980, should be, and are, hereby suspended for a period of
120 days beyond said proposed effective date, until December 3, 1980, subject
to an additional suspension of up to 30 days beyond said date upon further re-
solution of this Connnission.
PASSED AND APPROVED this
71/-
/-1-1 day of ~. 1980.
Connnissioners Votin~'Aye: ~
Connnissioners Voti~g No: '0
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-17
WHEREAS, Joseph Harris, employed by the City of West University
Place, Texas, and appointed Tax Assessor/Collector:, has resigned his posi,tion
with the city; and
WHEREAS, Patrick O'Connor, employed' as Director of Finance and is
qualified to serve as Acting Tax Assessor/Collector of the City of West Univer-
sity Place; and
WHEREAS, Virginia Hood, employed as Budgetary and General Accounting
Supervisor, is qualified to serve as Assistant Acting Tax Assessor/Collector
of the City of West University Place.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That Patrick O'Connor be, and he is hereby, appointed
Acting Tax Assessor/Collector of the City of West University Place, Texas.
Section 2. That Virginia Hood be, and she is hereby, appointed
Assistant Acting Tax Assessor/Collector of the City of West Un'iversity Place,
Texas.
Section 3. That the appointment of Patrick O'Connor as Acting Tax
Assessor/Collector of the City of West University Place, Texas, shall be
effective with the passage of this Resolution.
Section 4. That the appointment of Virginia Hood as Assistant Acting
Tax Assessor/Collector of the City of West University Place, Texas, shall be
effective with the passage of this Resolution.
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PASSED AND APPROVED th i s :2K' day of
~'
, 1980.
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Commissioners Voting Aye: ~
Commissioners Voting No: i:l
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-18
WHEREAS, in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, the
Charter of the City of West University Place, and Ordinance Number 1156 adopted
pursuant thereto, an election was held within and for said city on August 9,
1980, for the purpose of permitting the qualified voters of the City of West
University Place to vote for or against a commission to frame a new charter and
elect a Charter Commission. '
WHEREAS, in accordance with the terms and' prOVISiOnS of ' Article 8.29a
of the Election Code, the Judges of the election have made out, signed and,de~
livered in sealed envelopes the returns of said election, together with the poll
lists and tally lists, to the Mayor and City Commission of the City of \~est Uni-
versity Place, Texas; and ' '
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission of the City of West University
Place, Texas, in regular session assembled on August 11, 1980, have opened and
examined the election returns and have ,canvassed the results thereof, in,accor~
dance with the provisions of the City Charter and the Texas Election Code and as
a result of such examination and canvass, said Mayor and City Commissioners find
that at such election the following votes were cast:
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct
12 87 113 U!3
FOR: "Shall a Commission 158 157 133 244
be chosen to frame a
new Charter?"
AGAINST: "Shall a Commission 49 56 46 73
be chosen to frame a
new Charter?"
CHARTER COMMISSIONERS
Dwayne loftice 104 91 69 145
W. T. "Bill" Nettles 113 104 77 169
Sue Coverstone 97 98 76 141
Li II i Elsas 77 43 43 64
Roland E. Dahlin, II 104 98 79 152
Mary Esther Young 115 100 80 158
Elvin Ainsworth 110 85 75 137
Jim McLaughlin 118 107 80 169
Bette "M. Hord 121 109 80 173
Poll y Campbe t I 106 96 81 147
Robert V. Turner 106 89 74 162
Betty Sellers 93 96 81 141
Andrew J. Martin 85 72 60 121
Peter C. Taaffe 79 72 55 119
G. Thomas Browder 73 61 58 101
Robert R. Park 105 86 68 163
Jackie Patteson ,49 60 47 73
Ralph J. Pearson, Jr. 92 78 64 137
Ann W. Covert 69 63 50 155
Joan McCay 56 50 "47 84
Peg Measom 60 44 46 78
Gayle Stokes 1
WHEREAS, as a result of such election, it was determined that Bette
Hord, with a total of 483 votes, Jim Mclaughlin, with a total of 474 votes,
Bill Nettles, with a total of 463 votes, Mary Esther Young, with a total of 453
votes, Roland Dahlin, II, with a total of 433 votes, Robert Turner, with a total
of 431 votes, Polly Campbell, with a total of 430 votes, Robert Park; with a
total of 422 votes, Sue Coverstone, with a total of 412 votes, Betty Sellers,
with a total of 411 votes, Dwayne Loftice, wi,th a total of 409 votes, Elvin
Ainsworth, with a total of 407 votes, Ralph Pearson, Jr., with a total of 371
votes, Andrew Martin, with a total of 338 votes, and Ann W. Covert, with a total
of 337 votes, have been elected Charter Commissioners of the City of West Univer
sity Place, Texas.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the official results of such election shall be, and
they are hereby, declared pursuant to canvass of the returns of such election
by the Mayor and City Commission to be that: '
A COMMISSION SHALL BE CHOSEN TO,FRAME A NEW CHARTER AND THE
FOLLOWING PERSONS SHALL SERVE AS MEMBERS OF SUCH COMMISSION:
BETTE HORD ROBERT PARK
JIM McLAUGHLIN SUE COVERSTONE
BILL NETTLES BETTY SELLERS
MARY ESTHER YOUNG DWAYNE LOFTICE
ROLAND DAHLIN II ELVIN AINSWORTH
ROBERT TURNER RALPH PEARSON, JR.
POLLY CAMPBELL ANDREW MARTIN
ANN COVERT
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Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect and be in force immed-
from and after its passage and ap1joval as required by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~~ay of ~, 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
Commissioners Voting No: ~
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-19
WHEREAS, in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, the
Charter of the City of West University Place, and Ordinance Number 1157 adopted
pursuant thereto, an election was held within and for said city on August 9,
1980, for the purpose of permitting the qualified voters of the City of West
University Place to vote for or against the transfer of bond proceeds issued,
sold and delivered in 1976 tobe'used for the construction of new wastewater
treatment facilities; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the terms and provIsions of Article 8.29a
of the Election Code, the Judges of the election have made out, signed and
delivered in a sealed envelope the returns of said election, together with the
poll lists and tally lists to the Mayor and City Commission of the City of West
University Place, Texas;, and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission of the City of West University
Place, Texas, in regular session, assembled on August 11, 1980, have opened
and examined the election returns and have canvassed the results thereof in
accordance with the provisions of the City Charter and the Texas Election Code
and as a result of such examination and canvass, said Mayor and City Commis-
sioners find that at such election the following votes were,cast:
Precinct Preci nct Precinct Precinct
12 ~ ill 183
FOR: "SHALL BOND PROCEEDS WHICH 170 165 119 234
HAVE HERETOFORE BEEN ISSUED,
SOLD AND DELIVERED IN 1976
FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE OR
PURPOSES BE USED FOR OTHER
PURPOSES (CONSTRUCTI ON OF
NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES?"
AGAINST: "SHALL BOND PROCEEDS WHICH 23 39 44 57
HAVE HERETOFORE BEEN ISSUED,
SOLD AND DELIVERED IN 1976
FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE OR
PURPOSES BE USED FOR OTHER
PURPOSES (CONSTRUCTION OF
NEW WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FAC I L1T1 ES)?"
WHEREAS, as a result of such election it was determined that 688 votes
were cast FOR the transfer of bond proceeds and 163 votes were cast AGAINST the
adoption of the transfer of bond proceeds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the official results of such election shall be, and
they are hereby, declared pursuant to canvass of the returns of such election
by the Mayor and City Commission to be that:
BOND PROCEEDS WHICH HAVE HERETOFORE BEEN ISSUED, SOLD AND
DELIVERED IN 1976 FOR A SPECifiC PURPOSE OR PURPOSES SHALL
BE USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES (CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WASTEWATER
TREATMENT FACILITIES)"
Section 2. This Resolution shall take effect and be in force immed-
iately from and after its passage and approval as required by law.
PASSED AND APPROVED 'hi, ~4day of ~ '''0.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Commissioners Voting No: ~
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-20
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of West University Place,
Texas has heretofore, by ordinance, created a regular paid Fire Department;
and
WHEREAS, it is desired to provide for addi,tional firemen on a part-
time basis to assist the full-time fi remen, if and when necessary, in the
prevent i ng and ext i ngu i sh i ng of fi res in 'the ci ty.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section L The Chief of the Fire Department is hereby authorized
to employ such individuals as he shall deem necessary on apart-time basis to
assist the full time firemen in the prevention .and extinguishing of fires in
the city.
Section 2. Persons employed on such part-time basis shall be de-
signated "on 'ca]]I' personnel.
Section 3. Such "on cal]l' personnel shall be under the direction
of the Fire Chief, or in his absence, of the captain on duty, or designated
person in charge of the station. Such "oneall" personnel shall have such
dut i es and respons Ib i1 It i es as promul gated by the Fire Ch i ef and sha 11 be
subj ect to the operat I ng rulesan.d procedures of the Fi re Department.
Section 4. Such "on call" personnel shall be paid on the basis
of the rates prescribed as follows:
A) $10.00 for each authorized training drill attended.
B) $10.00 for the first hour of attendance at a general alarm
fire, plus an additional $5.00 per hour for each hour worked.
C) Any amounts due to such lion call" personnel based on the
above prescr I bed rates shall be pa Id on an annua 1 bas i s at
such time as designated by the Fire Chief, provided however,
that In the event a member of the "on call" personnel ter-
mimites his services he shall be paid as soon as practical
thereafter.
D) The Fire Chief, or senior officer on duty, shall certify the
attend'ance of the "on call" personnel at all drills and fires
and the number of hours served.
COmmissioners Voting Aye:
persons who are
Manager.
Sect i on 5. The "on
,selected and requested by the
PASSED AND APPROVED
call" personnel shall be
Fire Chief and approved
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this ~day of
1980.
Commissioners Voting No:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-21
WHEREAS, A. B. Fisk has served as a member of the Electrical Soard
of the City of West University Place since 1962; and
WHEREAS, A. B. Fisk served as Chairman of the Electrical Board
between 1962 and 1979; and
\4HEREAS,during all of such service Mr. Fisk contributed his time,
knowledge and expertise to the functions of the Electrical Board; and
WHEREAS, A. B. Fisk has retired and no longer maintains a current
electrical license with the City of \.lest University Place; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to recognize A. B. Fisk's long
and faithful service to the city and the citizens thereof.
NOW, THEREFpRE, BE IT RESOLVED BY ,HE, ClTY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City of West University Place, Texas, acting by
and through its duly'authorized City Commission, 'hereby commends A. B. Fisk
for his unquestionable professional integrity during the many years of ser,vice
to the city.
Section 2. ,'That in appreciation for his unselfish devotion to the
Electrical Board and to honor A. B. fisk for the manner in which he so faith~
fully performed service to the city, the City Commission hereby names and
designates said A. B. Fisk as a Lifetime holder of an Electrical License in
the City of West University Place.
Section 3. That this Resolution be spread in full upon the minutes
of the City Commission and that the Mayor be, and he is hereby, authorized to
del iver to A. B. Fi sk a true copy hereof signed by each member of theCi ty
Commission.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 13th
day of October, 1980.
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ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-22
WHEREAS, it is the desire of Fire Chief Ben Wilcher to establish an
annual award to a Firefighter who has made outstanding contributions to the
West University Place Fire Department; and
WHEREAS, members of the Fire Department have been.requesTed to cast
ballots for a fellow Firefighter who has made such contributions; and
WHEREAS, Ronny Smith has been selected as the recipient of the first
annual Firefighter of the Year Award; and
\-JHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to express its congra!ulations
to Firefighter Ronny Smith for his outstanding contributions to the City of
Ioiest University Place during the year 1980 and for his selection as
'''FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR"
NO\o!, THEREFORE, BE I T RESOLVED BY THE C!TY COHM I 55 I Cti OF THE C I TV OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City Commission hereby expresses its apprecia-
tion to Firefighter Ronny Smith of the City of West University Place Fire De-
partment for hi~ ,outstanding service..t? the city and the citizens thereof.
Secti~n 2.. .theCity Commission offers its sincere congratulations
to Firefighter Ronny Smith for his seleotion as "Firefighter of the Year" for
the City. of .West University Place.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall be spread upon the minutes of
the City Commission and a copy hereof signed by the Mayor and each member of
the City.Commission shall be presented to FIREFIGHTER RONNY SMITH.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 13th day of October, 1980.
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-23
WHEREAS, Willie Stewart has been employed by the City of West
University Place as a member of the Water Department for thiny-one (31) years,
eight (8) months and nine (9) days; and
\VHEREAS, Wi I I ie Stewart has served as Pumper for tRe"cJ..r.v.'.,5-__l'}.2't..er
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system since July 12, 1953; and
WHEREAS, during such service Mr. Stewart has performed his duties in
such manner as to reflect credit upon himself, his family and the crty; and
WHEREAS, Willie Stewart has responded to emergency calls working
under adverse conditions at night and week-ends as his services were needed; an
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to give recognition to Willie
Stewart for his long tenure of service to the city.
NOW, THEREFORE. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section l~' That the City of West University Place, Texas, acting by
and through its duly authorized City Commission. hereby commends \4illie Stewart
for his distinguished service to the citizens and to the city.
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Section 2; That the City Commission, on behalf of the citizens who
know Willie Stewart, expresses its gr~teful appreciation to him for his unself-
i?h devotion to his duties and for the manner i'n which he faithfully performs
his responsibilities.
Section'3. That this Resolution be spread in full upon the minutes
of the City Commission and that the Mayor be, and he is hereby, authorized to
deliver to Willie Stewart a true, copy hereof, signed by each member of the
. Comm i s s i on .
PASSED AND APPROVED this 13th
day of October, 1980.
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John Maneval, Commissioner-
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Val Rosenbaum~ Commissioner
ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-24
WHEREAS, the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University Place,
Texas, provides that the City Commission shall employ and appoint a Tax Asses-
sor/Collector, an Assistant Tax Assessor/Collector and an Assistant City Treas-
urer; and
WHEREAS, Donna Lea Sims has been employed as Tax Assessor/Collector
and Assistant City Treasurer; and
WHEREAS, Mildred Miller employed as Tax Clerk is qualified to assume
the duties as Assistant Tax Assessor/Collector.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section I. That Donna Lea Sims be, and she is hereby, appointed to
serve as Tax Assessor/Collector and Assistant City Treasurer.
Section 2. That Mildred. Miller be, and she is hereby, appointed to
serve as Assistant Tax Assessor/Collector.
Section 3. That said Donna Lea Sims is hereby vested with all of
the duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Charter of the City of West
University Place, Texas and the Statutes of the State of Texas.
Section 4. That said Mildred Miller is hereby vested with all of
the duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Charter of the City of \4est
University Place, Texas and the Statutes of the State of Texas.
Section 5. That the appointment of Donna Lea Sims and Mildred Miller
shall take effect immediately upon passage ~ this Resolution.
PASSED AND APPROVED th i s I a ~y of ~ 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye: ~
Commissioners Voting No: ~
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ATTEST:
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-25
WHEREAS, Margarito Agundez was employed by the City of West Universit
Place, Texas, as an operator at the wastewater treatment'facility on August 15,
1951; and
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until the present time; and
WHEREAS, during such service Mr. Agundez has performed his duties in
such manner as to reflect credit upon himself, his family and the city; and
WHEREAS. Margarito "Morris" Agundez has been called upon to perform
duties above and beyond those assigned on many occasions; and
WHEREAS. the City Commission desires to give recognition to Hargarito
Agundez for his long tenure of service to the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESqLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE. TEXAS:.
Section 1. That the City of West University Place, Texas, acting by
and through. i.ts duly authorized. C(ty 'Commission, hereby commends Ma,rgarito
Aguna,~z 'f~~'h.i~disti.nguished. servi~e to. tJ:l.~,<:itiz~ns and to the city.
,Secfi on 2.
T.ha't th~ City' COl!ll11 is's i on, on beha 1 f of a II of the
citizens' pf' West University.:Place, Tex,;ls,expresses its grateful appreciation
to hi-m:fo-i-' his u'iis~lfish devotion to hi-sduties and for the manner in which he
faithftill'y,performs his responsibi 1 ities..
:". ,Sectton'3.:oThat 'thi's 'Res-olutj-oh.be~-spreadin ful--l. upon themin'utes
of the City Commission and that the Mayor be. and he is hereby, authorized to
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deliver to Margarito Agundez a true copy hereof, signed by each member of the
"City. Commission.
PASSED ANQ.APPROVED this twenty-seventh day of October. 1980.
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-26
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of Texas passed and Governor
Clements signed into Law Senate Bill 621 (The Property Tax Code) which relates
to Ad Valorem taxation; and
WHEREAS, said Property Tax Code provides for the creation of a
Central Appraisal District within each County in the State; and
WHEREAS, said Code further provides that the Central Appraisal
Districts created shall assume responsibility for and be required to appraise
all property within the boundaries of the District and to assume all other ad
valorem taxation functions previously provided by local jurisdictions except
for the setting of tax rates, the mailing of tax statements and the collection
of taxes levied; and
WHEREAS, the implementation of the Code is proving to be extremely
cumbersome and controversial in urban metropolitan Counties as evidenced by
the current level of dissatisfaction among and between taxing jurisdictions
which has led to litigation; and
WHEREAS, the Harris County Central Appraisal Board has indicated that
the implementation of the Code in Harris County is going to be an almost in-
surmountable task; and
WHEREAS, the implementation and operation of the Code in metropolitan
Counties will increase the cost of ad valorem taxation administration and
create another level of Government removed from local control.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That the City Commission of the City of West University Place hereby
petitions the Texas Legislature to repeal or in the alternative to exempt urban
Counties from the requirements of Senate Bill 621.
PASSED AND APPROVED th is .s2.!l!"?ay of ~, 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Commissioners Voting No: ~
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-27
WHEREAS, on May 23, 1980, Entex filed a Statement of Inten~ to
change its rates for natural gas service within the City of West University
Place and requested that said changes become effective June 27, 1980; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 1980, the City of West University Place
suspended for a period of 120 days beyond said proposed effective date
the changes in rates for natural gas service within the city until October 25,
1980; and
WHEREAS, the city has the option to extend such changes in rates
for an additional thirty days.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
That the change in rates for natural gas service within the City
of West University Place proposed by Entex to become effective on June 27,
1980, and suspended by the city until October 25, 1980, should be, and are
hereby ,suspended for an add i t i ona 1 30 days beyond October 25, 1980, lint i1
November 24, 1980. 1'Jl
PASSED AND APPROVED this ~'lday of ~, 1980.
Commissioners Voting Aye:
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Commissioners Voting No: ~
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-28
WHEREAS, Henry Jackson was employed by the City of West University
Place, Texas, as caretaker of the city's parks on June 21,1955; and
WHEREAS, Henry Jackson was transferred to the Sanitation Department
as a driver on March 7, 1969; and
WHEREAS, Henry Jackson has continued to serve in that capacity until
the present time; and
WHEREAS, his winning smile and enduring kindness have brought to him
the admiration and respect of his fellow employees and the citizens of the City
of West University Place; and
WHEREAS, Henry Jackson has been called upon by his superiors to
perform various duties in the operation of the city unrelated to his responsi-
bilities; and
WHEREAS, Henry Jackson has accomplished all tasks assigned to him
willingly and to the best of his ability; and
\-JHEREAS, his reputation of reporting to work early and leaving only
when his duties were complete has been noticed and appreciated by his super-
visors and city officials; and
WHEREAS, itis the desire of the City Commission to give recognition
to Henry Jackson' for his unselfish service to the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE C!TY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITy'PLACE, TEXAS:
'Sectionl. That the City of West University Place, Texas, acting by
and through. its duly authorized City Commission, hereby commends Henry Jackson
for his distinguished s~rvice to the citizens and to the city.
Section 2. That the City Commission, on behalf of all of the citi-
zens of West University Place, Texas. expresses its grateful appreciation to
him for his unselfish devotion to his duties and for the manner in which he
faithfully performs his responsibilities.
. Section 3. That this- Resolution be spread, in full upon the minutes
of,the-CLtyCommi.ssion and that_ the Mayor be, and.. lie. is hereby,.authorized to
deliver-.to" Henry-Jackson--a.'true"copyhereoFjc s igri~d,'by each -member of the City
Commission. '
PASSED AND APPROVED this 17th dayof.N0\iember, 1980.
James M;-Cole. Mayor
Arnold Ahrens, Commissioner
John L. Maneval, Commissioner
Andy Horne, Commissioenr
Val Rosenbaum, Commissioner
ATTEST:
Lee Lockard, City Secretary
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-29
WHEREAS, August White was employed by the City of West University
Place, Texas, on March 6, 1944, as an equipment operator in the Street Depart-
ment; and
WHEREAS, August \oIhite has been acting as Foreman of the Street Depart
ment for the past twenty year;;, and is affectionately called "Boss Man" by his
fellow employees; and
WHEREAS, August White has never been tardy nor absent for any reason
other than a job' connected injury during the years of his employment with the
ci ty; and
WHEREAS, August White is thoroughly famil iar with all of the city's
heavy equipment and operates the backhoe, front end loader, motor grader, bull-
dozer, etc. as may be required for various projects; and
WHEREAS, August White has been instrumental in the installation of
many hundreds of feet of the city's water, storm sewer and sanitary sewer
lines; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Commission to give recognition
to August White for h.is unselfish service to the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITV COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF~\oIEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: .
Section 1. That the City of West University Place, Texas, acting by
and through its duly authorized City Commission, hereby commends August \oIhite
for his distinguished service to the citizens and to the city.
Section 2. That the City Commission, on behalf of all of the citi-
zens of West University 'Place, Texas, expresses its grateful appreciation to
him for his unselfish devotion to his duties and for the manner in which he
faithfully performs his responsibilities.
Section 3.~' That this Resolution be spread in full upon the minutes
of the City Commission and that the Mayor be, and he is hereby, authorized to
deliver to August White a true copy hereof,. signed by each member. of. the City
Commission.
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 80-30
WHEREAS, Joel Castaneda, III, employed as Police Dispatcher and
appointed Deputy Clerk of the Municipal Court of the City of West University
Place, has resigned his position with the city; and
WHEREAS, Linda Bingham has been employed as a Police Dispatcher and
is qualified to serve as Deputy Clerk of the Municipal Court.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS.
Section 1. That Linda Bingham be, and she is hereby, appointed
Deputy tlerk of the Municipal Court of the City of West University Place,
Texas.
Section 2. That the appointment of Linda Bingham as Deputy Clerk
of the Municipal Court of the City of West University Place, Texas, shall be
effective with the passage of this Resolution and that she shall assume the
duties of Deputy Clerk of the Municipal Court after having been administered
the proper Oath of Office. ~
PASSED AND APPROVED this ;..;., day of ~, 1980.
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RESOLUTI~N NUMBER 80-31
WHEREAS, upon 'recommendation of the city's Director of Finance
Patrick O'Connor and further upon recommendation of the city's Certified
Public Accountants, Coopers & Lybrand, the City Commission is of the'opinion
that to comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and recommenda-
tion of the National Coun<;:il on Governmental Accounting, that city funds
should be consolidated into four (4) major accounts; and
WHEREAS, upon recommendation by Patrick O'Connor the following
accounts are recommended to accomplish this consolidation:
1 . Genera 1 Fund
2. General Debt Service Fund
3. Water and Sewer Fund
4. Federal Revenue Sharing Trust Fund
WHEREAS, the City Commission has considered these recommendations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That beginning on ,Ire'c'ember: 3r~.,l9S0;;: the:Finance
Director is hereby authorized to establ ish the following funds for the benefit
of the city:
I. General Fund
2. General Debt Service Fund
3. Water and Sewer Fund
4. Federal Revenue Sharing Trust Fund
Section 2. That within each of the funds set forth above, the
Finance Director will allocate the various accounts of the city in compliance
with State Statutes and the City Charter and Code of Ordinances of the City
of West University Place, Texas.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect and be in force
immediately from and afterits::pa::>sageLand~roval.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 2..2:. day of~ 1980.
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