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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes_1970 LIJ.J REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION JANUARY 12, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, January 12, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present: Mayor Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also pre- sent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Scott. In accordance with action of the City Commission, bids receibed for furnishing capital expenditure items in accordance with the provision of the 1970 budget were opened and results announced,as follows: Unit I-Adm. Base Bid Trade-In Net Price Unit II-Police Base Bid Trade-In Net Price .. Unit III-Police Base Bid Trade-In Net Price Unit IV-Police Base Bid Trade-In Net Price Unit V -Insp. Base Bid Trade-In Net Price Unit VI-Humane Base Bid Trade-In Net Price Unit VII-Water. ,Base Bid Trade-In Net Price I"' Jimmie Green 2,936.04 425.00 2,511.04 3,l08.64 850.00 2,258.64 3,108.64 850.00 2,258.64 3,108.64 650.00 2,458.64 3,141.45 550.00 2,591.45 2,925.88 375.00 2,550.88 2,092.34 275.00 1,817.34 '"' 0"-, '~",--",,""""""'r_______.~,. i 1 Jacobe- IMac- Pearson IRob~rt I 3,179.5912,915.00 3,300.00 2,9l4.82 450.001 600.00 625.00' 500.00 2,729.5912,315.00 2,675.0012,414.82 ! 3,255.46 2,915.00 3,325.0013,071.47 1,000.001 600.0011,300.00\1,375.001 2,255.46!2,315.00 2,025.0011,696.471 I I I 1 I l I ! I 3,255.4612,791.00 3,325.00!2,07l.47. I' i 4 I 1,000.00ll,100.00 1,300.0011, OO.OO! 2,255.4611,691.00 2,025.00!1,67l.47 1 I ! f I I I ' r t , I I . ! i 3,255.4612,791.00 3,325.00! 3,071.47 ! 650.00! 650.00 . 900.001 775.00 \ 2,605.46!2,141.00 2,425.00[2,296.47\ , , ! f [ t f ! 2,773.00 3,225.0012,791.96 I ! 625.00 400.00l 465.00 1 ! 2,148.00 2,825.00! 2,326.96 j u '. I I I Mike ! I Persia I I Jack [Roach ,"; " j 1 Luke l Johnson I C"""~,- ~ 12,501.00 2,800.00 2,604.16 \2,546.65 525.00 525.00 445.00' 375.00 : 1,976.00 2,275.00 2,159.162,171.65 2,007.00 2,225.00 1,948.56 1,961.26 325.00 355.00 315.00 275.00 1,682.00 1,870.00 1,686.26 I r--' '" ,;r---" '" r"";;7r~~" to ~ ~ ~ ~ Unit XI and XII - Packer Body- Sanitation Department U J'd"I" (..i Jimmie Jacobe- Mac- Mike Jack ! Luke Green Pearson Robert Persia Roach I Johnson Unit VIII-Sani. I Base Bid 4,852.53 4,537.00 5,600.00 4,988.53 4,960.90 Trade-In 650.00 500.00 700.00 535:.00 650.00 Net Price 4,202.53 4,037.00 4,900.00 4,453.53 4,310.00 Uni t DC -Sani . Base Bid 4,852.53 4,537.00 5,600.00 4,988.53 4,960.00 Trade-In 650.00 500.00 700.00 535.00 650.00 Net Price 4,202.53 4,037.00 4,900.00 4,453.53 4,310.00 Unit X-Health Base Bid 3,058.46 2,987.00 3,540.00 3,387.04 3,278.20 Trade-In 150.00 165.00 225.00 165.00 50.00 Net Price 2,908.46 2,822.00 ,3,315.00 3,222.04 3,228.20 UNIT XI Packer Body UNIT XII Packer Body Davis Truck Parts' Base Bid Trade-In Net Price '5,600.00 750.00 4,850.00 5,600.00 750.00 4,850.00 Gar-Wood-Houston Trk. Base Bid Trade-In Net Price 5,475.00 600.00 4,875.00 5,475.00 600.00 4,875.00 Pak Mor-Mfg. Co. Base Bid Trade-In Net Price 5,300.00 750.00 4,550.00 5,300.00 750.00 4,600.00 Unit XIII- street Roller - street Department Company Make , Price Trade-In R. B. Everett Ingram 8,225.00 1,557.00 Hi-Way Equipment Huber 8,835.00 2,050.00 Browning-Ferris Gallion 8,800.-00 2,000.00 Net Difference 6,668.00 6,785.00 6,800.00 UNIT XIV- Walkie-Talkie- Fire Departm~~t Motorola RCA $585.00 $599.00 Unit XV - Lighting. Fixtures and poles- Park l"='::;"='''''-:;~=---C=_CC=-'_-- " ~; (,"'70'- -'-'-- "1 r---- ---f--'-~>"'T'-~ ,,' t"1.' ; A' L,f';,4 Company Fixture Pole Steber G.E. Wide-Lite Total ' Total Total Wholesale Electric Wide-Lite Revere l,838.29 Graybar G. E. G. E. 1,622...60 Nunn Electric Wide-Lite Revere 1,642.32 steber Revere 1,404.00 Consolidated Electric Steber Steber 1,482.00 Summers Electric Steber Steber 1,503.76 Warren Electric Wide-Lite Revere 1,637.80 Wholesale Electric #2 Wide-Lite Revere 1,593.48* Buffalo Electric G. E. G. E. 1,767.00 *This is a conditional bid. Wide-Lite announced a 6% increase 1-16-70. After bids were opened and results announced, the City Manager requested the City Commission to consider awarding bids on otems determined to be low, with special consideration to the three police cars in order to facilitate placing of orders and receiving delivery at the earliest possible date. A completed tabulation of bids on Units 2, 3, and 4 was made by Chief of Police H~ E. Shipp and results revealted that MacRobert Chevrolet was low bidder on Units 2 and 4, and that Jack Roach Ford was low bidder on Unit 3. Another tabulation indicated tliat MacRobert Chevrolet was low bidder on Units 1 and 5. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Unit 1 at a net delivered cost of $2,315.00; Unit 2 at a,net delivered cost of $1,691.00; Unit 4 at a net delivered cost of $2,141.00 and Unit 5 at a net delivered cost of $2,148.00 be purchased from MacRobert Chevrolet; ,that Unit 3 at a net delivered cost of $1,671.47 be purchased from Jack Roach Ford; and all bids on other auto- motive and truck equipment be referred to the City Manager for tabulation and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the bid for furnishing one two-way radio for use by the Fire Department be awarded to Motorola Communications on their low bid of $585.00 Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that bids re- ceived for one 4-6 ton tandem roller for use by the Street Department be referred to the City Manager for tabulation, study and recommendation. Voting Aye: All\ Voting No: None Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that bids re- ceived on light fixtures and poles for use on the tennis court at Weir Park be referred to the City Manag~r for tabulation, study and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Votin No: None. 1-- : ~ 0:''[__ __~r-"-= --r""'-' --.------"..1~__.__. ----- --- _f f:"C" '-::'~~' I :~:::---- "1', r"- ,WW t:'.'J ;) The Commission was advised that considerable difficulty was being experienced in connection with the operation of the city's police radio service due to the opera- tion by Methodist Hospital's paging system. A letter dated March 11, 1969 from the Federal Communications Commission indicated that the lack of narrowband equipment was the probable cause of the interference difficulties. The Commission'was advised that a representative of Motorola Communications will install a filter in the trans- mitting station in an attempt to give some relief. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the City Manager be authorized to request a frequency change from the Federal Communications Commission if deem ed advisable and to advertise for bids for the radio equipment determined to be best for the city's use. t..O ~ ~ .,...... U U V oting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with Articel XXVI, Section 15, of the City Charter, consideration was given to the selection of an official newspaper for the year 1970. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the Houston Chroncile be designated the official newspaper of the City of West University Place for the year 1970. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with instructions of the City Commission a tabulation of bids received for five (5) water oak tress to be placed in the City's College Court Park and a re- commendation for purchase was presented. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the Alternate Pr posal of Teas Nursery to deliver, plant, water and stake, five water oak trees in the City's College Court Patk for a unit price of $60.00 each and a total price of $300.00 be accepted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 878 setting forth the membership requirements for the City's Plumbjng Board was reviewed. ~ayor Ramsey st,ated that the ordinance required a sanitary engi- neer for membership to the Board and reconds indicate that there were no sanitary engineers residing in the City of West University Place, and there appears to be a scarcity of engineers in this classification, and that it was his opinion that the ordinance should be amended to change the requirements. Motion hy Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the City Attorney be instructed to amend Ordinance no 878 to reflect the membership of the City's Plumbing Board to consist of five members: City Building Inspector, City Engineer, a Master Plumber and the other two positions to be held by Professional Engineers, one of whom shall be a mechanical engineer. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A statement in the amount of $292.56 for membership dues for the period January 1, 1970 to January 1, 1970 to the Houston-Galveston Area Council was presented to the Commission for consideration. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that membership dues in the amount of $292.56 be paid to the Houston-Galveston Area Council. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None ,-- -"1 I'r" n., r ~ -'-C-'--~-'F"~~"f"-r'''''-'::----- Lit;".' Resolution Number 70-1 was presented to the Commission and read in full: WHEREAS, by Resolution Number 66-11 City Officials determined that it was to the best interest of the citizens of this city to join the Houston- Galveston Area Council, and adopted the by-laws of such Association; and WHEREAS, by Resolution Number 69-5, dated March 24, '1969, Mayor Homer L. Ramsey was designated as the City's representative on the Houston-Galveston Area Council; and WHEREAS, under the Bylaws of the Houston-Galveston Area Council a duly appointed representative of each of the governmental units should be named or confirmed for the year 1970. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLA.CE, TEXAS: Section l. That Mayor Homer L. Ramsey be, and he is hereby, designated as its representative to the General Body of the Houston-Galveston Area Council for the year 1970. Section 2. That the Executive Director of the Houston-Galveston Area Council be notified of Mayor Homer L. Ramsey's designation by certified copy of this Resolution. PASSED AND APPROVED this 12th day of January, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: Commissioners Voting No: /s/ Homer L. R~ Mayor All None ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Assistant Coty Secretary Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that Resolution Number 70-1 designating Mayor Homer L. Ramsey as delegate of the City of West Unitersity Place to the Houston-Galveston Area Council, be approved as read: Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on Thursday, January 8, 1970 were presented to the Commission for their information. City Attorney Charles Cockrell advised the Commission that consideration should be given to repealing Ordinance no. 682 which was passed in 1955 to permit the extension of setback requirements for construction of a proposed office building. The property has remained vacant and a food establishment has applied for a permit to build on the property. Mr. Cockrell stated that he did not believe the city had the authority to deny the request fora building permit inasmuch as Ordinance no 682 did not change the character of the retail business district and it was his opinion that the Ordinance should be repealed. r---- 'I"CC'C~CO~CC-~-C,~--~frc~--c- -- --~~'l ,il-----~----~'--- - I""" ::Trc~:- l' F'!'!,''i , ' '"i", '" ~L"".~ , The City Manager stated that it was not his intent or desire to be arbitrary, but it was in his opinianin the best intereffi of the City of West University Place to prevent the construction of any additional small eating establishments on Kirby Drive. Mayor Ramsey stated that he was confident no member of the Commission was pleased with the proposed construction, but inasmuch as Ordinance no. 682 did not change the property's zoning and it was still zoned for retail business, he knew of no way any owner could be precluded from building any type retail business they saw fit. After additional discussion it was the decision of the City Commission that the Building Inspector be advised to not issue any building permit for Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block 1, Krenzler Courts and the matter be held in abeyance for further study and consideration. to ~ .-I 1--4 U U Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on December 22, 1969 were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commission Scott, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on December 22, 1969 be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission at this time, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. ~ ~ . /l1 nn{V-' ~' ~ c/ Mayor I /" ATTEST: ~ foe)~ Assistant City Secretary L'ir8 PUBLIC HEARING CITY COMMISSION AND ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 13, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Plce and the Zoning and Plan- ning Commission of the City of West University Place convened at 7:30 p.m., at the City Hall, for the purpose of holding a Public Hearing called for this date, with the following memhers present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin; Zoning and Planning members, David Hannah, Chairman, presiding; members Bricker, Hilton, Hines and Lott. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Mayor Ramsey stated that this public hearing was belling held jointly and simu- taneously by the City Commission and Zoning and Planning Commission 'for the pur- pose of giving consideration to rezoning from Single Family Dwelling to vehicle parking by employees of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and vehicles owned by the company, the following property: Lots 1,2, 3 and 4, Block25 Collegeview 1st Addition City of West University Place Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the public hearing called by the City Commission be opened. VotingAyeL All Voting No: None Motion by Mr. Hilton, seconded by Mr. Hines, that the pbulic hearing called by the Zoning and Planning Commission be opened. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None -' J Mayor Ramsey requested that Zoning and Planning Commission Chairman David Hannah explain the action taken by that Commission on the original application filed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Chairman Hannah stated that on November 13, 1969 an application for rezoning of the property in question was received by the Zoning and Planning Commission for parking from the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. In an official meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on November 13, 1969 a decision was made to consider the application. A recessed meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission was held on November 18, 1969 and a Public Hearing called for 8:00 p.m., Thursday, December 11, 1969. ' On November 19, 1969 the Zoning and Planning Commission filed its preliminary report with the City Commission notice of the public hearing was mailed to all property owners within a 200' radius of the property on November 19, 1969 and proper legal notice was published in the regular legal section of the Houston Post on November 22, 1969. On December 11, 1969 the Zoning and Planning Commission held its public hearing and filed a report of such hearing with the City Commission on December 22, 1969. Mayor Ramsey requested that City Attorney Charles Cockrell determine that all legal requirements in connection with the public hearing had been fulfilled. .__._~_.. F~';=:,,"'~.=----=--""",,'--='~"-'-O=C-".o-",,~'[ _ _--...........L.c:="--.. :-:-'-",--"'-.-T-"-=C::'.,-.-=cco'="'fO:l._ :r I~,"T '--:~'~:'T :~'~:l ..0 ~ 1'""'4 ~ U U ~ '."':-i " ft3 Mr. Cockrell was advised by Assistant City Secretary, Mrs. Lee Lockard, that all notices had been mailed to property owners within a 200' radius, legal notices published in the Houston Post, official newspaper of the city, and all things prerequisite to the holding of a public hearing had been accomplished. Mr. Cockrell advised those in attendance that if they wished to be heard, either for or against the proposed rezoning, they should rise and take the Oath as administered by Mayor Ramsey. Mayor Ramsey then administered the Oath to all ,those desiring to be heard. Mr. Howard Burney, District Manager of the MOhawk Exchange of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, stated the proposed off-street parking for their .employees on Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 25, Collegeview 1st, was to control a long standing problem. He stated they were deeply sympathetic with the residents in the area where Telephone Company employees were parking in front or at the side of their homes causing problems for them, and he felt this was the best possible solution. Mr. Burney stated that the Telephone Company is now in the midst of constructing a third story on their exisiting building and after completion they would regain 42 parking spaces. These spaces, together with those proposed for the parking lot, would provide 100% employee parking. Mr. Dusty Rhodes, 3606 Georgetown, Mrs. Jackie Patterson 3616 Amherst, Mr. Arthur Goldman, 4032 RUSkin, Mr. W. T. Durow, 4007 Ruskin, Mrs. W. B. Bennett, 4118 Riley and Mrs. Sue Myers, 2619 Robinhood, spoke in opposition to the pro- posed rezoning, stating that they thought this would be "spot zoning:; that it infringed into a residential area; that it was the first step in breaking the strong zoning laws enjoyed by residents for many years and that consideration should be given to the purchase of property on Bellaire BOulevard that has pre.., viously been zoned for this purpose. Mr. Cockrell advised that this was not considered "spot Zoning" because it is contiguous to the Company's existing operation; that you cannot keep a utility company out of an area and that each application for rezoning is considered on its own merits. Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Hicks, 4027 Ruskin, stated that they would not intentionally do anything to jeopardize zoning in the City of West University Place in any way, but would like to see action toward implementation of the recommendations con- tained in the Caudill, Rowlett and Scott report and consideration given to re- zoning all of Bloacks 24 and 25. Letters from Mrs. Sally Nicholson, 4029 Riley, Mr. W. P. Schuller, 4039 Riley, and Mrs. Beda Miles, 4019 Riley were presented stating that they were in favor of the rezoning and thought that a very bad parking situation would be alleviated. Mr. I. W. Perry, 4037 Riley, Mr. J. A. Morin, 4019 Ruskin, Mrs. W. T. Durham, Mrs. Bill Rogde, 4101 Case, Mr. W. L. Partridge, 4040 Ruskin and Mr. Bill Ebanks, 4029 Case, spoke in behalf of the rezoning, stating that this was the best pos- sible solution to a long standing parking problem faced by residents of the area; it would be a definite safety factor for employees of the Telephone Company and area residents; that no entrances or exits should be permitted on Ruskin Street; and that early consideration should be given to the possibility of re- zoning the balance,of Block 25. r--<~' ~~~=~ -- -,---,--- r,r,- r~'r'r~' ~:1 F,.r.~"'=-==-" --, ,T--- L~lJ In answer to questions regarding the uNo Parking: signs now located in the area and the possibility that creation of the parking lot would not prevent employees of the Telephone Company from still parking on the streets, the City Manager stated that all of the signs would be removed as soon as employees were using the lot, and that convenience and safety factors would insure use by employees. Mr. Cockrell stated that inasmuch as there were no further questions or state- ments the public hearing could be closed, and that the City Commission and Zoning and Planning Commission, if they felt they had sufficient information, could take necessary action at this time or postpone action for further study. Motion by Commissioner m~ighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the Public Hearing called by the City Commission be closed. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Hilton stated that he would like Mr. Burney to affirm that the parking lot construction, if permitted, would be used as a parking lot for employees of the Telephone Company during normal working hours and that no houses for uchecking in and out: would be constructed. Mr. Burney stated that this was correct. ly! . Motion by Mr. BriCker, seconded by Mr. Lott, that the Public Hearing called by the Zoning and Planning Commission be closed. Vot ing Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Hines stated that the plans for the parking lot would have latitude insofar as location of entrances and exits and that consideration should be given at an early date to the possibility of extending the re~zoning to cover all of Block 25. Motion by Mr. Hilton, seconded by Mr. Lott, that the Zoning and Planning Commission recommend to the City Commission that the city's zoning ordinance be amended to provide that Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 25, Collegeview 1st Addition be rezoned for use for parking automobiles owned by employees of the Southwestern Bell Tele- phone Company. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the recom- mendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission be adopted and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to rezone Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 25, Collegeview 1st Addition for use for parking auto- mobiles owned by employees of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, by the City Commission and the Zoning and Planning Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 9:08 p.m. ATTEST: ~~ Assis ant City ecretary ,~ 4' ... /J ; , '- 1/..../ ,./ ,,, . WJ2. tV- Jt(V.f1/~.Qf~ ( - Mayor (J r--- ., r~cc"~""c~~~ ~'C'C~'""T" r; r.. ,--=,-.------,-.=-c---:,-. T ----.-.--,,~,.____ r--- T'C :....1""": to ,...-I ,...., po.o.oI u u -i ,'0"" :;-{,' .tO~I REGULAR MEETING CITY COMMISSION JANUARY 26, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, January 26, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Pro-Tem Neighbors, presiding; Commissioners Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Manager was also present. Mayor Ramsey and,9ity Attorne~ Coc~re+l were ill. .", The Tnvo cat ion was pronounced by Commissioner Wallin. Mr. Neighbors welcomed a n-6rr).ber of visitors and expressed apprecia:t:i;on f'or 'tl).eir interest in the affairs of the city. :,Minutes of' the Joint Public Hearing by the City Commission and Zoning and Plan- ning Commission held on January 13, 1970 for consideration of ~n application filed by Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, were presented for consideration. Motion byCommissioJ;ler Proctqr,'s,econded by Co:rmnissioner Walli~, the minutes'," of the joint public hearing for the purpose of giving' consid.eration to ~Elzbning, .. from Single Family Dwelling to vehicle parking by employees of :the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and vehicles owned by the company Lbts;l,'2, 3 and. 4, Block 25, Collegeview 1st Addition, be approved as submitted. ' ,..., Voting Ayel, All Voting No: None In accordance with action of the City Commission the following recommendation' for purchase of truck and automotive equipnlent was submitted for consideration: Honorable Mayor and Members of the'City Commission City of' West University Place Gentlemen: Bids received on January 12th f'or ten (10) vehicles consisting of four passenger cars, one station wagon, two pickups, two 25,000 gvw trucks and one stake body truck, were referred to me for tabulation and recommendation. A tabulation of bids received is attached. Due to the urgency of obtaining early delivery and replacement f'or the three patrol cars, a tabulation was submitted at the January 12th meeting, from which tabulation it appeared that MacRobert Chevrolet Company sub- mitted the low bids on Units 1,2 and 4; and that Jack Roach Ford had submitted the low bid on Unit 3. Action was then taken by the City Commission, to award bids on Units 1, 2, 3 and 4 to the low bidder. Unit 5 - Station Wagon - Inspection Department The tabulation received by the City Commission on January 12th indicated that MacRobert Chevrolet was the low bidder. However, in conferring with 'their representative, Mr. John Kennedy, it was ,discovered that freight in the amount of $123.75 had been omitted and that his company was not willing to waive the freight charge. After adding the additional freight of $123.75 MacRobert Chevrolet is still low with a bid of $2,271.75 as the second bidder '}",... ...~. .'.... .....', "1_ _.T . t~'" '""":~T.T:':l--- _~r'.- L~V! was Jack Roach Ford with a bid of $2,326.96. Unit 6 - Pickup Truck - Humane Officer The low bid was submitted by MacRobert Chevrolet in the amount of $1,976.00 Unit 7 - Pickup Truck - Water Department The low bid was submitted by Jack Roach Ford Motor Company in the amount of $1,633.56. Unit 8 - Cab and Chassis - Sanitation Department MacRobert Chevrolet submitted the low bid of ~4,037.00. However, in re- viewing the bids with Mr. John Kennedy it was determined that 'he had bid a smaller engine which did not meet the city's minimum specifications and if a larger engine was required an additional $319.80 would be required for a 260 h.p. engine with 427 ci displacement with spicer heavy duty transmission #5652-B. This would still make MacRobert Chevrolet the low bidder as the second low bid had also failed to meet minimum engine specifications. Unit 9 - Cab & Chassis - Sanitation Department MacRobert Chevrolet submitted the low bid of $4,037.00. Hoever, in re- viewing the bids with Mr. ffohn Kennedy it was determined that he had bid a smaller engine which did not meet the city's minimum specifications and if a larger engine was reqiliredanadditionaL $3l9.8o would pee required, for a 260 h.p. engine with 427 ci displacement with spicer heavy duty transmission #5652-B. This would still make MacRobert Chevrolet the low bidder as the second low bid had also failed to meet minimum engine specifications. Unit 10 - Stake Body Truck - Health Department The low bid was submitted by MacRobert Chevrolet in the amount of $2,822.00 With the necessary adjustment for additional freight for Unit 5,!and addi- tion al amounts for larger engines for Units 8 and 9, it is recommended tha the following bids be accepted: Unit 5 Unit 6 Unit 7 Unit 8 Unit 9 Unit 10 MacRobert Chevrolet MacRobert Chevrolet Jack Roach Ford MacRobert Chevrolet, MacRobert Chevrolet MacRobert Chevrolet $ 2,271. 75 1,976.00 l,633.56 4,856.80 4,856.80 2,822.00 Respectfully submitted, /s/ Whitt Johnson City Manager Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the recommen- dations of the City Manager be accepted and bids for truck and automotive equip- ment be awarded as follows: T~~C'~~C~~'~~""'T- :.'r"- ''''.-'''--;'~-'-''----''---'7=-''''"''=1 ir r'~:;-;:r"e'!i- 1..":) ~ ,.....t ....... u u l_,8):a station Wagon Pickup Truck, Pickup Truck Cab & Chassis Cab & Chassis Inspection Health Water Sanitation Sanitation $2,271. 75 1,976.00 1,633,56 4,856.80 4,856.80 MacRobert Chevrolet MacRobert Chevrolet Jack Roach Ford MacRobert Chevrolet Mac Robert Chevrolet Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with action of the City Commission the following recommendations for purchase of two rear loading packer type garbage bOdies were submitted for consideration: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission City of West University Place Gentlemen: Bids received on January 12th for delivery of two (2) rear loading packer type garbage bodies were referred tome for tabulation and recommendation. A tabulation of the bids receibed follows: Davis Truck Parts Base Bid 5,600.00 5,600.00 Trade-In 750.00 750.00 Delivered Price 4,850.00 4,850.00 Base Bid 5,475.00 5,475.00, Trade-In 600.00 600.00 Delivered Price 4,875.00 4,875.00 Base Bid 5,300.00 5,300.00 Trade-In 750.00 700.00 Delivered Price 4,550.00 4,600.00 Gar-Wood Houston Truck Pak-Mor Manufacturing All of the bids received meethe city's minimum specifications and in the opinion of Superintendent O. D. Gregg any of the units would adequately serve the city's needs. All bidders have assured us that parts and service are readily availabe in Houston. We have operated on Pak-Mor rear loader packer body for the past two (2) years with adequate service. It is recommended that Pak-Mor Manufacturing Company, San Antonio, Texas be awarded the bid for providing two (2) twenty-cubic yard rear loader garbage bodies on their low bid of $9,150.00. This will include the trade-in allowance for two (2) used truck cab-chassis and open type dump bodies. Respectfully submitted, Isl Whitt Johnson City Manager Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and bid& for two rear loading packer type garbage bodies be awarded to Pak-Mor Manufacturing Company, San Antonio, Texas, on their low bid of $9,150.00, including the trade-in allowance of $1,450.00 for two used cab-chassis and open type dump bodies. r'C~~~ --"-~l ;;,;;T"T__- _ ___........L.r- _'1 __T - ------------- LO'~ Vot ing Aye: All Voting No: No In accordance with action of the City Commission the following recommendation for purchase of one 4-6 ton tandem street roller was presented for consideration. Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission City of West University Place Gentlemen: Bids received on January 12th for one 406 ton tandem street roller were re- ferred to me for tabulation and recommendation. The following is a tabulation of the bids received: Net Company Make Price Trade-In Difference R. B. Everett Ingram 8,225.00 1,557.00 6,668.00 Hi-Way Equipment Huber 8,835.00 2,050.00 6,785.00 Browning-Ferris Gallion 8,800.00 2,000.00 6,800.00 The three machines bid all meet or exceed our mlnlmum specifications. The three companies submitted bids are all reliable old compaies with whom we have enjoyed excellent business relations in the past. The Gallion roller offered by Browning-Ferris and the Huber offered by Hi-Way Equipment Company are comparable in size, weight, turning radius, current engineering, design features, etc. The Ingram roller offered by R. B. Everett Company is a good machine, but is evidently desgined especially for state highway and County road work. It has a longer wheelbase and a fifteen foot inside turning radius, while the Huber has an inside turning radius of ten feet,' eight inches. Our program of street resurfacing requires the follong of many curb returns. These returns at street intersections have a fifteen foot radius and driveways have a much smaller radius. The Ingram roller with its fifteen foot turning radius would be impractical for this work. Mr. A. L. Bearden, Street Superintendnet, has made an investigation of the merits of the various machines and has recommended purchase of the Huber tandem roller from Hi-Way equipment Company on their net difference bid of $6,785.00, as being the piece of equipment best suited for our type of work, and I concur in his recommendation. The bid of Hi-Way Equipment Company if $117.00 higher than the lowest bid, however, the design of the machine will justify this additional expenditure. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Whitt Johnson City Manager Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Walling, that the recom- mendation of the City Manager be accepted and the bid of Hi-Way Equipment Company ~ .---..-~T..~' ,...... ..-.............r..-----n" , , .'-1 :r r';r";::'~.r""'T-- t.O ,...-4 1'"""1 ...... U U ie'''''' ,."(J:~J for furnishing on 4e6 ton tandem street roller on their net difference bid of $6,785.00 be accepted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with action of the City Commission the following recommendation for furnishing and delivering four poles and lights for the tennis court at Weir Park was submitted for eonsdieration. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that Nunn Electric Company be awarded the bid on their low proposal of $l,404.00 with a proviso that their engineering specifications be verified to assure that the 1,000 wattsmulti-vapor lamp with a metal additive is safe from ultra- violet radiation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that consideration should be given to the selection of an auditor for the fiscal year 1970. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the City Manager be authorized to invite the firm of O'Connor, Lawson and McGee to sub- mit a proposal to audit the books, records and accounts of the City fo~the fiscal year 1970. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None A resume of the rates charged for the swbmning pool season tickets and general admission was presented to the Commission. The Commission was advised that rates had been increased for the 1969 season and another rate increase would not be necessary at this time inasmuch as the pool had operated at a loss since its construction and it was not the desire of the city to make a profit from the operation. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the follow- ing rates be established for season tickers and general admission for the 1970 swimming pool season and residents provided an opportunity to purchase season tickets in three monthly installments billed with their water bills. Single ticket for adult or child Family of two participating members Family of three participating members Family of four or more participating members $10.00 15.00 19.00 22.00 Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised th~legal notices had been placed in the Houston Chronicle, Houston Post and Southwestern Argus, stating that all insurance agents interested and meeting necessary requirements, might apply to participate in a pro-rata share of commissions paid on city insurance premiuns during the year 1969. A list of persons responding to the notice was presented to the Commission for consideration. r---~~'.~_._--.--------'-'----'--'---'~!~l--- ----.----.--.-,,~'~.~-,'~--.--- L8\t~ Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the fol- lowing list of insurance agents be approved to receive a pro rata share of the city's insurance commissions for the year 1969: Name Boyd, John E., Jr. Creekmore, Wynne Eason, Joe O. Frye, Aubrey Hancock, Wayland Hewitt, T. P., Jr. Hughes, Fred Measom, J. A., Sr. Overstreet, Robert Ramey, S. W. Rawson, Jack R. Rhodes, Fred A., Jr. Address 2723 Robinhood 3759 Tangley 3773 Nottingham 3008 Rice 3746 Tangley 3755 Tangley 4016 Villanova 3129 Robinhood 3113 Pittsburg 3409 Rice 2737 Amherst 2929 Bissonnet Voting Aye: All License # 36082 40025 46400 0039630 25855 51899 0059497 0056274 0029160 52097 45635 19l92 Firm Name John E. Boyd and Company Creekmore and Jacobs Joe C.Eason and Company Aubrey Frye Ins. Agency Wayland Hancock Ins. Agency L. G. Butler & Company Fred Hughes & Company J. A. Meason Agency Broadfoot and Overstreet John L. Wortham & Son Jack Rawson Agency Julius Levi & Company Voting No: None The Commission was advised that inasmuch as the City Attorney was ill there was no report available as to the use and occupancy of Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block l, Krenzler Court, facing Kirby Drive between Albans and Wroxton Road~ Motion by Commissbner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that a decision by the Commission on Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block 1, Krenzler Court, be tabled until the next regul.ar meeting of the City Commissinn on February 9, 1970 and that the City Manager be inst~ucted to advise any applicants for building permits that no action had been taken by the Commission. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None An ordinance setting forth closfung hours for establishments engaged in retail sales of wine and/or beer was presented to the Commission and read in full. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the ordi- namce amending the Code of Ordinances to prohibit the consumption and sale of wine and/or beer between certain hours be tabled for further study and considera- tion. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Attention of the Commission was directed to the need for preliminary p:};anning and organization for the Spring Clean-up Campaign for which $3,000.00 was ap- propriated in the 1970 Budget. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Sc~tt, that the campaign for Spring Clean-Up for 1970 be formally adopted and consdieration given to a work schedule, selection of a coordinator-director and recruitment of volunteers. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 933 was presented to the Commission and read in full. r-c~~c_c-ccccc_c_c c '"r cr' " """'1 - -- ------------- :r T' ,..,: 1'....1 .!:.-'U ' ff AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 585 OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS (SECTION 19-1, CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS); AMENDING SECTION 19-1 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: PROVIDING FOR THE CREA:TION OF THE POSITIONS OF "LIEUTENANT" AND " ATROLMAN CLASSIFICATION II" IN ADDITION TO OTHER "PATROLMEN" OF SAID CITY; AU- THORIZING PAY DIFFERENTIAL; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 1.0 '"""" ,...., P-4 U U Motion by Connnissioner Wallin, seconded by Connnissioner Scott, that Ordinance No. 933 ~epealing Ordinance nUmber 583 and providing for the creation of the positions of Lieutenant'and Patro~en Classification II in the Police Depart- ment be amended to show the number of Police Dispatchers as four'(4) and approved. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Jim Dodd, 2620 Nottingham, advised the Connnission that he had experienced difficulty in securing the service of the city's leaf machine; that employees of the Sanitation Department scattered debirs when emptying his garbage cans and that the city's street sweeper did not clean the street in front of his residence. Commissioner Wallin advised Mr. Dodd that his complaints were simi- liar to thos of other residents and that city officials were working toward solu- tions of these as well as other problems. A report of 1969 tax collections showing that 97.157 percent of the toal tax roll of $519,997.01 had been collected was presented to the Connnission for their information. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Boad on January 19, 1970 were presented to the Connnission for their information. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on January 12, 1970 were presented to the Connnission and the following action taken: Motion by Connnissioner Scott, seconded by Connnissioner Proctor, that the minutes of the regular meeting' of tpe City Connnission on January 12, 1970 be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Connnission upon mution duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m. # ATTEST: ,/ Jdu ~~~ Assistant City Secretary .-' , ~~C"C~O"~' '1 I r-- 1 -r- - r;" r'-li~~' r'..ii L8iS' REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 9, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, February 9, 1970,7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present. Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also pre- sent. Commissioner Proctor was out of the City. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Neighbors. In accordance with the provisions of the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University Place the following were appointed members of the Plumb~ffig Board and administered the oath of office by Mayor Ramsey: Mr. J. D. Allstott, City Build- ing Inspector; Mr. Tom I. Jones, City Engineer; Mr. Gerald Kerbow and Mr. Merrill Whitehead. Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Stelter, Jr., 3782 Plumb, appeared before the Commission in opposition to the construction of Little League baseball facilities on the grounds of the West University School. Mr. Stelter stated that it w.as his opinion that this would lead to infiltration into the city of unde~irables inasmuch as the property belongs to the Houston Independent School System and asked if any plans had been made to prevent anyone other than Little League from using the field. Commissioner Wallin advised that the City could not condone or condemn the ~se of the school grounds by the Little League because it has no jurisdiction as far as governmental control. He also advised Mr. Stelter that in accordance with the contract with the school system Little League would have a degree of control inasmuch as lights provided for the field were property of the Little League and could not be used without permission and remuneration to the Little League. Commissioner Wallin stated that the Little League,hadscheduJ,.ed, a meet- ing of all interested persons on Thursday, February >21, 1970 at the Community Building and invited Mr. and Mrs. Stelter to attend. In accordance with instructions of the City Commission a written proposal dated February 2, 1970, from the firm of O'Connor, Lawson and McGee to perform audit services and the preparation of a final report for the fiscal year ending Decem- ber 31, 1970 for a fee not to exceed $2,700.00, was presented to the Commission. , Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the written proposal dated February 2, 1970 from the firm of O'Connor, Lawson and McGee to audit the books, accounts and records of the City of West University Place for the fiscal year ending December 3l, 1970 for a fee not to exceed $2,700.00 be accepted. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None City Attorney Charles Cockrell advised the Commission that he had received a call from Mr. Bill Taylor, of the firm Butler, Binion, Rice, Cook and Knapp, attorneys representing the owners of Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block 1, Krenzler Court, with regard to action of the Commission as to the use and occupancy of this property. Mr. Cockrell also advised the Commission that it was his opinion that this property could be used in the manner for which an application had been made provided the application met other requirements such as the building code, fire zones and alL'other applicable ordinances. Mr. Cockrell stated that it might be wise to have the owners of the property execute a waiver of release of whatever rights they had been granted under Ordinance number 682. Mr. Cockrell stated If:> ,....j ...-l -,.....! U U 1~Jt'~ .tOV that in his oplnlOn it was not necessary to r~peal Ordinance Number 682 in- asmuch as it only made provisions for certain setback allowances and did not rezone the property or change the use classification form retail business. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that based on the opinion of the City Attorney, the City Manager be instructed to issue a permit upon the filing of a proper application to construct a building that meets the zoning requirements in a retail business district, after assurance that it meets all requirements of the building code, fire zones and all other applicable ordinances. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Robert Dillon, chairman of the Parks and Recreation Board, advised the Commission that the Board had met on Thursday, February 8, 1970, for the pur- pose of considering a summer recreation program and selection of a chair- man for the ensuing year. Mr. Dillon advised that Mrs. Ralph Wall had been selected by the other board members to serve as chairman during the year 1970. Mr. Dillon then presented a report from the Board outlining the program scope, schedule, and facilities, personnel, fee schedule and funding of the summer re..., creation program for the summer of 1970. Mr. Dillon stated that it was the thought of the Board that a professional director should be employed for the program and that the procedure used previously whereby the mayor, one member of the City Commission and the City Manager interview prospective directors, be used again. The mayor announced that the City Commission had been presented with a letter dated January 26, 1970, from the Houston Natural Gas Corporation requesting an increase in the rates to residential and commercial customers from 28.7~ to 33.7~ per Mcf of gas, but would not affect the minimum charge. The resi- dential rate would be increa:~;'ed\by !:t.7% and the commercial rate by 6.36%, effective March 1, 1970. The question of action on the part of the City Commission was discussed. The City Attorney advised that they could accept the rate request provided it would not exceed the,rates Houston Natural Gas proposed to charge the residents 50f the City of Houston, or the City Commission could request a public hearing to determine the facts and equity of the rate increase request. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallil), that under the provisions of Article XX, Section 4, of the Charter of the City of West University Place, a public hearing be held by the City Commission on Tuesday, February 24, 1970, 7:30 p.m. at the City Hall in order to ascertain all facts. necessary for a proper understanding of what is or should be ~easonable rate. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None After establishing that enforcement plications or hardships on the part 934 was presented to the Commission of the ordinance would not present any com- of the Police Department, Ordinance Number and read in full. l~' ,-,-, '~~ ~'T ~~'~~~-- L H.fl AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANC~S, OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS; PROHIBITING THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BETWEEN CERTA IN HOURS AND AT CERTAIN PLACES: PROHIBITING THE SALE OF WINE AND/OR BEER BETWEEN CERTAIN HOURS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that Ordinance Number 934 amending the Code of Ordinances to prohibit the consumption and sale of alcoholic beverages between certain hours be approved and the City Manager instructed to advise members of the Police Department and all business establishments affected by the ordinance of its passage. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None~ Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on January 26, 1970, were presented to the CoIPIllission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wall:i.n, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on January 26, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. ATTEST: ~.X~ Assis ant City Secretary -C7_0._-_~ r'------ -I-~ "-1 _T !:CCC::'~T~c: ~~ I LO '"""' ,...-! ~ U U 1, ftJ,_r REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 23, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, February 23, 1970, 7:30 pm., with the following members present. Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also pre- sent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Proctor. Following a discussion concerning the appointment of a Tax Board of Equalization for the year 1970, Mayor Ramsey recommended that Mr. W. J. Ebanks, Jr., 3721 Georgetown, be appointed as an Alternate Member of this Board. Motion by Cbmmissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, thattthe following persons be appointed to serve as members of the Tax Board of Qualization for the year 1970: Mr. W. J. Beirne, 2618 Cason; Mr. ChaIres A. Gillan, 3620 Georgetown; Mr. Mike Davis, 3739 Albans Road, and Mr. W. J. Ebanks, Jr., Alternate member. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Authority was requested to advertise for bids for street department materials, chlorine requirement and fire hose for which appropriations were included in the 1970 budget. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the City Manager be authorized tffi advertise for bids for ~urnishingthe following for the ensuing year: Street Department: 600 tons coverstone linestone, Grade 2 900 tpns precoated rock asphalt coverstone, Grade 6-PE 2,000 tons crushed limestone base material, Grade 1 Water Department: 40,000 pounds liquid chlorine in ton containers 13,000 pounds liquid chlorine in l50-pound cylinders Fire Department: 300 feet of 21.-" fire hose 400 feet of ll" fire hose V oting Aye: All Voting No: None The minutes of the regular meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on February 12, 1970 were presented to the Commission for their information. It was noted that the minutes included final recommendations to the Commission for amending and interpreting certain aspects and definitions of terms included in Zoning Ordinance Number Ill. After review and study of the recommendations a joint meeting of the City Commission and Zoning and Planning Commission will be held. Minutes of the Electrical Board meeting on February 16, 1970 were presented to the Commission for their information. The Commission was advised that Weslayan Street is in need of extensive repairs~ It has been estimated that the necessary material for spot patching, resurfacing T'~-"'''- ''', ~r-. --c-l'''''''.:;TT~"!i--- ....~....1 T f'. _....._'c...cr"_~~'1 19~ with asphaltand repairs to manhblelids will cost approximately $4,000 to $5,000. Inasmuch as Weslayan is a county street it was deemed adviable to investigate the possibilities of the county making necessary repairs to the street. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner ~cott, that Mayor Ramsey make an official request to Harris County Commissioner Kyle Chapman for necessary repairs to Weslayan Street. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The condition of the swimming pool and need to resurface the walls and bottom were discussed by the Commission. It was stated that an estimate of approximately $5,500 had been obtain,ed from Howapd Pools, Inc. to apply agunite cost of marble dust and cement after suface preparation by city employees by use of chipping hammer s . Motion by CommiE?$ionerWallin,seconded, by;CpIWDi$$iQ:r;t~r"N~igb.bors" ,tb,at, the ,wall,s and bottom of the West University Swimming Pool be resurfaced by a contractural 'agree- ment and preparatory work be performed by city employees. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that $800 had been .included in the 1970 Budget for the construction of a fence on the Case street side of the swimming pool and that quotations had been received from a number of fence companies. After discussion with regard to the type and best suited location for the fence it was the decision of the Commission to withhold a decision on the proposed fence until the next regular meeting of the City Commission. Ordinance number 935 was presented to the Commission and read in full. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS; PROHIBITING THE SALE AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES BETWEEN CERTAIN HOURS AND AT CERTAIN PLACES; CHANGING THE HOURS REGUlATING THE SALE AND CONSUMPI'ION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON SUNDAYS; REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 934; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that ordinance number 935 cha~ng the hours regulating the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages on Sundays in the City of West University Place, and repealing ordinance number 934, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 936 was presented to the Commission and read in full.' AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4-2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS; PROHIBITING THE CONSUMPTIDN OF ALCOgOLIC BEVERAGES BETWEEN CERTAIN HOURS AND AT CERTAIN PLACES; PROHIBITING THE SALE OF WINE AND/OR BEER BETWEEN CERTAIN HOURS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF AUGUST 31, 1970. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Ordinance Number 936 prohibiting the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages between certain hours and providing for an effective date of Aug. 31, 1970, be approved as read. -l91"3 Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Members of the Commission were invited to attend a Seminar of the Gul~ Coast Area of the Association of City Clerks and Secretaries of Texas to be held in the Council Chamber on Friday, February 27, 1970. Commissioner Scott advised that he had received a letter and telephone sticker from the Harris County Emergency Corps listing emergency numbers and it was his opinion that this sticker would .create confusion among residents as to the proper number to telephone in an emergency and that the First Aid Unit of the Fire Depart- ment be advised of this letter distribution. LQ ~ ~ ,..... U U Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on February 9, 1970 were presented to the Commis~ion and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on February 9, 1970 be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting recessed until 7:30p~m., Tuesday, l!:'ebruary 24, 1970. . /~ _ 'Afi4n#f// / Mayur ;9 ATTEST: ~~ Assistant City Secretary c::==::~~______ '~~-~T-;:-C:C-'-'--;:;;OC-; -"-",,'-_-cc-~.--,--c-7'-'-CC~~=~----o----'--_-'-=_'--"--=--"--'--"c-...:r- _:r--.-------------...--- -l~'''C''-!~'~::r t\ij;4 RECESSED MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION FEBRUARY 24, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in recessed session at the City Hall on Tuesday, February 25, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbo~s, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Mayor Ramsey announced that this meeting was being held to consider an application filed by the Houston Natural Gas Corporation ~or the purpose of requesting a rate adjustment, or increase, to residential and small commercial consumeps ffom 28.7~ to 33.7~ per Mcf of gas, but not affecting the minimum charge. The residential rate would be increased by 4.7% and the commercial rate by 6.36%, with changes to become effective March 1, 1970. Mr. W. C. Dahlman, District Manager of the Houston District; Mr. Don Henderson, Rate Analyst; Mr. Roy Harper, Service Manager fer the Southwest Area; and Mr. Ed Morris and Mr. Roger Wright, Sr. of the Personnel Department, were representatives for the Houston Natural Gas Corporation. Mr. Dahlman, advir?ed the Conrrnissignthat on July 30, 1969 the Railroad Commission ordered an increase in the city gate sales of' gas by Houston Pipe Line Company to Houston Natural Gas Corporation, for distribution to domestic customers, from 28.7~ to 33.7~ per Mcf. Mr. Dahlman also stated that Houston Natural Gas was not, at this time, requesting any increase, only an adjustment to cover the additional 5~ per Mcf necessitated by the city gate rate increase, together with additional gross receipts taxes which must be paid on the increase. Mr. Dahlman also stated that both the City of Houston and the City of Pasadena had approved the requested rate adjustment. Mr. Lester Ricks, Jr., 3915 Case Street, asked why the increase was requested. Mr. Dahlman replied that the weighted average cost of gas purchased by Houston Pipe Line Company in the field had increased by some 4.6~ per Mcf. Mr. H. Allen Weatherby, 2808 Wroxton Road, asked if these increases were generally due to escalation of costs f'rom the pipe line companies. Mr. Weatherby was advised that the Railroad Commission had granted the pipeline company a 5~ increase in gas rates which would/be passed on to the distribution companies. Mrs. S. M. Taylor, 6117 Annapolis, asked if the rate increase affected residential areas at lower rates than industry, and what assurance did residents of the City of West University Place have that Houston Natural Gas Corporation would not be back in six to twelve months to request an additional llincrease in rates. Mr. Henderson ex- plained that industrial gas consumers operate under a negotiable contract, and that it was impossible to forecast the economy of the country well enough to forecast what the situation would be in six to twelve months. Mrs. C. L. Self, 4011 Arnold Street, read a number of letters written to officials of the Houston Natural Gas Corporation and the Railroad Commission, wherein she requested an explanation of the 12% rate increase granted by the City Commission on July 22, 1968, as applied to the gas bill at her residence. Mr. Henderson explained - --,~~, I . ...- . un 'T.-UU......-- ,.Lr -...-. , ,- ----.-1 -[ .. -r- -":~IT:r. LQ ~ ~ .,..... u u t.: iJ' ,_ to Mrs. Self that the increased rate granted in 1968 was not an across the board increase of 12%, but rather an average thereby creating a greater thanl2% increase for some consumers and less than 12% for others. In response to questions by Commissioner Procot, Mr. Henderson advised that the requested increase was based on entirely on, the increase granted to the pipeline company, and that he did not feel that residents of West University Place would be afffected to a greater extent as small residential consumers, inasmuch as no changes would be made in the minimum charges. With no further questions from residents in attendance or members of the City Com- mission, the following action was taken: Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the application of the Houston Natural Gas Corporation for an adjustment in rates for residential and small commercial customers within the city limits of the City of West University Place be granted in accordance with the rate scheduleas presented by the Houston Natural Gas Corporation, such rates to become effective March 1, 1970. Voting Aye: Voting No: Commissioners Neighbors, Scott and Wallin Commissioner Proctor With no further business to come before the Commission at duly made, secomded and carried, the meeting adjourned at time, upon motion p .In-. ATTEST: .~~ Assistant City Secretary 1""""-"n~iT"'- II ,~O' ';1 I r' " .,--- [.."g",'",t)03, "..' ," 0_"" , REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION MARCH 9, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, March 9, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City :Manl:j:ger were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Scott. Dated March 2, 1970, a letter of resignation as Chairman of the Zoning Board of Adjustment from L. G. Livermore was presented to the Commission. It was noted that Mr. Livermore is being transferred to Denver, Colorado by his employer and will not be able to serve on this Board after April lst. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the resignation of Mr. L.' G. Livermore as Chairman of the Zoning Board of Adjust- ment be accepted with regret, and Mayor Ramsey instructed to write a letter to Mr. Livermore expressing appreciation for his services to the City and regrets that he would no longer be a resident of the City of West University Place. ,Voting Aye: All Voting No: None After some discussion it was decided that Mayor Ramsey would appoint Mr. Hollis Waldt to serve as temporary chairman of the Zoning Board of Adjust- ment until a. replacement for Mr. Livermore is appointed. The minutes of the organizational meeting of the Plumbing Board on March 2, 1970 were presented to the Commission for their information. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the re- commendation of the Plumbing Board for the use of "No Hub" case iron pipe be accepted and incorporated into the Plumbing Code upon receipt of additional recommendations. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Resolution Number 70-2 was presented to the Commission and read in full: WBEREAS, Mrs. Joyce A. Conner, an employee of the City, was appointed Deputy Clerk of the Corporation Court of the City of West University Place, Texas on June 24, 1968; and WHEREAS, Mrs. Joyce A. Connor has now changed her legal name to Mrs.:f:' Joyce A. Keefe., NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: 1. That Mrs. Joyce A. Keefe is hereby appointed Deputy Clerk of the Corporation Court of the City of West University Place, Texas. 2. That Mrs. Joyce A. Keefe shall perform any an all duties of Deputy Clerk of the Corporation Court of the City of West University Place, l':"~:":'_=':'-"-"'C':~;"--:--- LQ ,...; ,....; ,..... u u 19';"~ Texas, are required after having been administered the proper Oath of Office. 3. This Resolution shall become effective upon passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED this 9th day of March, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: -All Commissioners Voting No: No /s/ Homer L. Ramsey Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Resolution Number 70-2 appointing Mrs. Joyce A. Keefe as Deputy Clerk of the Corporation Cout be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A schedule of the Police Department Training School whic4 be.gins on March 16th and continues through April 24th was provided each member of the Commission in the event they desire to attend some of the sessions. It was announced that personnel from the police Department in a number of surrounding cities had been extended invita- tionsto participate in the school. It was noted that Fireman Garnet Franks had contact infectious hepatitis and City Health Officer Howard Evans had administered gamma plobulin shots to all persons who had been in recent contact with Mr. Franks. Attention of the Commission was called to awards of the American Legion Certificate of Commendation for Outstanding Service to the Community presented to Police Chief Harold Shipp and Fire Chief Charles Duffin, by American Legion Post #77 on March 5th. Plans for this Post to present an annual award to the outstp.nding fireman and out- standing policeman in the City of West University Place were discussed. A letter dated February 18, 1970, from Mrs. Marcia Wall, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Board stated that three candidates for the position of Director for the Summer Recreation Program had been selected, and that Mrs. Elise Haralson and Girl Scout Troop 114 would have charge of the annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held at Sunset Park on Saturday, April 28th. Minutes of the regular meeting of of the City Commission on February 23rd and the recessed meeting of February 24th, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commission Neighbors, ~~'~"~~,ooc .1 _:.J.:.I" ~===-":'-="=O1. _ _if --- ---'--'---T~-'''7~:T.,~:';1-- [. Q<\J , v(..., that the minutes of the regular meeting of February 23rd and the recessed meeting of February 24th, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion du+y made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. ATTEST: / /,/} .//, . h./ /~/C~ v;fjA1Ufl1 //, Mayor f ,,/ " ~u / ~~~ Assist fit City See etary , ----..; r-' _~-~~~_.n- -", r'-.' -, ;r--- I I~'~T~H:! 1",~i,{; '., 'i] 'L REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION MARCH 23, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, March 23, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Proctor and Scott. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Commissioners Neighbors and Wallin were out of the city. The Invocation was pronounced"by Commissioner Scott. to ~ 1""""1 P->-4 U U Mrs: Helene Swink appeared before the Commission on behalf of her application for a wine and beer retaileris permit for use at Swin~'s Lounge, 6719 Weslayan, Street. Mrs. Swink advised that she had never previously applied for a permit but had been employed as manager in a similiar type operation for a number of years. Mayor Ramsey informed Mrs. Swink that recently the City Commission passed ordinances permitting closing hours of one a.m. only until the expira- tion of the present +icenses on August 31, 1970, at which time closing hours for all establishments engaged in the retail sale of wine and/or be~within the corporate limits of the City of West University Place would be twelve o'clock midnight. Commissioner Scott stated that he would like an opportunity to further study the application received from Mrs. Swink and .recommended to the Commission that he request be, tabled until the next regular meeting on April 13, 1970. Mr. Jim Cole, 3523 Robinhood, appeared before the Commission to request per- mission to construct an old fashioned split rail fence on the city's easement at his residence. After some discussion with regard to fence construction being under the jurisdiction of the Building Inspector further action was post- poned until the next regular meeting of the City Commission on April 13. In accordance with action of the City Commission bids received for furnishing street department materials were opened and results announced as follows: Price Freight Weight Cost Per Item Firm Per Ton Per Ton Pep cu. ft. Cu Yd. White's Mines 1.63 - 10cj; 2.53 2100 $4.263 600 -pons Uvalde Rock Asphalt 1.66 - 10cj; 2.53 2100 4.294 Coverstone Texas Crushed Stone 1.33 1.94 2300 3.861 Limestone Servtex Materials 1.45 2.02 2300 3.991 Grade 2 900 Tons White's Mines 2.63 - 10cj; 2.53 2100 5.313 Preceated Uvalde Rock Asphalt No Bid Rock Asphalt Texas Crushed Stone No Bid Coverstone Sertex Materials No Bid Grade 6-PE White's Mines No Bid Uvalde Rock Asphalt No Bid 2,000 Tons Texas Crushed Stone 0.61 1.94 2800 3 . 5670 Crushed Servtex Materials 0.80 1.87 2700 3. 05 Lineston Ba~ Material Grade 1 -~r""- -. ""~'----:-=:::rr"'" " ',,- , 1 _ _ __,r---- ---- - -"T~:.-,ni'I:':~r !Of)" Motion by Commissioner Scott, se~onded by Commissioner Proctor, that bids re- ceived for furnishing street department materials be referred to the City Mana- ger for tabulation and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Bids received for furnishing 40,000 pounds of liquid chlorine in ton containers and 13,000 pounds liquid chlorine in l50-pound cylinders were opened and results announced as follows: DIXIE CHEMICAL COMPANY @ 6.05ri/cwt -$2~420.00 @ 5. 97ri/ cwt $2,388.00 @ 5. 95ri/ em ~2,380.00 @12.25/cwt $1,653.75 $4,073.75 DIAMOND SHAMROCK CHEMICAL CO. $4,041. 75 THOMPSON-HAYWARD CHEMICAL CO. $3,932.50 Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that bids re- ceived for furnishing chlorine requirements be referred to the City Manager for tabulation and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None .. Bids received for furnishing 300 feet of 2!" fire hose and 400 f~et of l!"f:Lre hose were opened and results announced as follows: Arthur Dooley & Son 300 400 Boston Price Total Size Per Ft. Bid Price 2.1." $1.35 $405.00 lI" .93 372.00 2.1." II" 2.1." 1.69 507.00 lI" 1.17 468.00 2.1." 497.00 '2 I!" 448.00 Bidder Feet Hose Brand Name Houston Fire & Safety, 300 400 Bi-Lateral FireHose 1300 400 Duro Wilson Fire Equipment 300 400 T-'7==~--=~=='=CO---'-=,-="-.-,,ooc.c.-~----~~=,~_ c ,~c-=-_===,-=;~"_..-,-;,".,..,-.,.-""",,,_...._._ ,. L? ...-.I ,-! -,.....l U t.,.) ~~',",', ':e" ;:'~I' .. ..-; .. ,-., ,~, ' "-" Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that bids re- ceived for furnishing fire hose be referred to the City Manager for tabulation and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Bids received for refinishing the swimming pool floor, steps and walls with marble dust mortar applied by the gunite method were opened and results announced as follows: Contractor T."mp ~l1m 'R; (l Howard Pools Baron Pools Abernathy $4,193.00 $5,625.00 $6,067.00 Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the bid of Howard Pool Company, dated March 23, 1970, to refinish the swimming pool floor, steps and walls with marble dust mortar applied by the gunite method accordance with the specifications and genral provisions of the city, be accepted on their low bid of $4;193.00. in The minutes of the regular meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on March 12, 1970~ were presented to the Commission. The minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board on March 16, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. A recommendation, dated March 12, 1970, from Chief of Police Harodl Shipp, for the rection of "No Parking at Anytine" signs on Tangley Avenue, from Kirby Drive to a point 50 feet west, on the southside of the street, due to excessive parking cau~ing .a traffic h~zard, was p~e~ented to the Commission. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the re- commendation of Chief Shipp, for the erection of "No Parking at An;wtime" signs on Tangley Avenue from Kirby Drive to a point fifty (50') feet west, on the south side of the street be accepted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that for the past several years Howard's Concession Company had held the lease for operation of the concession at the swimming pool and since the death of Mr. Rusty Howard his wife with the assistance of a young employee, intended to carryon the operation. A lease agreement has been for- warded to Mrs. Howard and upon completion will be presented to the Commission at its next regular meeting. Commissioner Proctor requested that information with regard to Mrs. Howard's partner in the operation of Howard's Concession Company also be furnished at this time. Sidewalk and driveway specifications prepared and recommended by City Engineer Tom Jones were presented to the Commission for their consideration. It was noted that these specifications included provisions for materiawand construction not included in the present sidewalk and driveway specifcations. After some dis- cussion City Attorney Charles Cockrell was requested to prepare an ordinance amending the code of ordinances to be presented at the next regular meeting of '-~-'''-''I~-~~""'"~"""'' ,..1 n..:...Lr- "~'-~r- ..r-- -~ -l-----::":T:-"::-- -- !ll~ the City Commission. The Commission was advised that a decision had been made to retain the 1966 Ford pickup truck previously used by the Humane Officer and offered to Mac- Robert Chevrolet as a trade-in on the purchase of a new unit. MacRober will be paid the $525.00 trade-in allowance and approximately $150.00 spent to re- condition this truck for use of the Assistant Superintendent in the Sanitation Department. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that action of the City Manager to retain the 1966 Ford pickup truck be confirmed and authori- zation granted to reimburse MacRobert Chevrolet Company the $525.00 trade-in allowance, thus make the new delivered cost of a 1970 Chevrolet pickup truck for use by the Humane Officer $2,501.00 Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Commissioner Proctor insquired as to the status of the recommendation to adopt the latest edition of the National Building Code and requested that this be given consideration at the next meeting of the City Commission. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on March 9, 1970 were pre- sented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commission Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on March 9, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at : 5 p.m. ATTEST: )flu. J{J~~ Assistant City Secretary '-/ TO"~~~~~~~'~-C"-- "r-------u~-'~~'-'~"~,C~,'.--~r_ ; :;:;1'.'11 to ,.-l ,...; ;-01 U t..:> L___u '''''ji:i,ll,~,; t;'H{1",: REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION APRIL 13, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, April 13, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Wallin. Mrs. Helen Swink appeared before the Commission on behalf of her application for a wine and beer retailer's permit for use at Swink's Lounge, 6719 Weslayan~ Street. The Commission was advised that a favorable report had been received concerning Mrs. Swink's character and reputation. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that Mrs. Swink's application for a wine and beer retailer's permit for use at Swink's Lounge, 6719 Weslayan Street, be approved. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Fred Rhodes, Jr., Chairman of the city's Insurance Committee, stated that members of the Committee felt a responsibility to advise the Commission of the city's over-all insurance program and let the Commission make the decision on the risks to be taken. Mr. Rhodes, with the assistance of Mr. Gus Comiskey, Comiskey Insurance Agency which serves the city as insurance agents, outlined changes necessitated by the passage of the Texas Tort Claim Act; discussed the decision of the Committee to not recommend the purchase of catastrophe or umbrella coverage due to the cost being approximately $3,600 for a three-year period and the fact that the city',s past loss experience had been excellent ; and reviewed all additional phases of insurance coverage carried by the city as follows: Comprehensive General Liability: Recommended the retention of liability limits for city operations which are $200,000/$500,000, bodily injury. Special note was mad~ that this policy does not include coverage for personal injuries such as false arrest, malicious prosecution, wrongful detention, slander, liable, unlawful entry and other similar actions. Automobile: Recommended retention of limits presently carried of $200,000/ $500,000/ $25,000, property damage. Fi~: Recommended that an up-dated appraisal be made of all city buildings and that present policy of insuring only the City Hall, Library and Community Building against loss from windstorm damage be continued. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the re- commendations contained in the report by the Insurance Committee dated April 7, 1970, be approved and that the City Manager be authorized to renew the city;s insurance schedule as set forth. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None r.'~=..~~'=~~J. , .__.Lr". ,....~~..=--..--1_ _ ._~il----- -----r:.:-i:::n::: :nn- --- _n____ _m_,,,_". !'tl'4 Mr. William L. Partridge, 4040 Ruskin Street, stated that the attention of the Commission should be directed to a very large bush or hedge located on the corner of Riley and Weslayn whiGh should be cut to enable motorists a better visual approach to Weslayan. After some discussion with regard to the effective- ness of writing letters to property owners, it was the decision of the Commission that the City Attorney should be instructed to write a letter to the owner of this property requesting that the hedge be trimmed. Mr. Jim Ebanks, 3731 Georgetown, appeared before the Commission on behalf of parents of St. Vincent de Paul Church school, requesting that some type street signs be placed on the corner of Buffalo Speedway and Cason to assist school children crossing the street. Mr. Ebanks was advised that his request would be given to the Chief of Police fora determination as to the best type and location of such signs. Mr. Jim Cole, 3523 Robinhood, appeared before the Commission to request per- mission to construct a screening device consisting of cedar logs in a split rail installation, laid on the easement six feet beyond his property line on the city's easement. Mr. Cble stated that the enclosure would be completely portable and temporary in that there would be no connecting posts. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that Mr. Jim Cole, 3523 Robinhood, be granted permission to construct a temporary screening device of cedar logs laid in a zig~zag fashion on the city's easement on the Mercer Street side of his residence, with a proviso that Mr. Cole agree to remove the fence within twelve hours notice by the City. 'It Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with action of the City Commission a tabulation of bids received for furnishing street materials for the year 1970, was presented to the Commission, together with a recommendation that the bid of Texas Crushed Stone be accepted for delivery of 600 tons of coverstone, limestone, Grade 2, and 2,000 tons THD Item 242, crushed limestone base material Grade 1, and that th.ebid of White's Mines, San Antonio, Texa9, be accepted for furnishing 900 tons of THD Item 304, Type PH, pre-coated rock asphalt coverstone, Grade 6-PE. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that the bid for furnishing 600 tons of coverstone, limestone, Grade 2 at $1.33 per ton with a freight rate of $1.94 per ton, and 2,000 tons of THD Item 242, crushed limestone base material, Grade 1, at $0.61 per ton with a freight rate of $1.94 per ton, be awarded to Texas Crushed Stone Company of Austin, Texas. That the bid for furnishing 900 tons of THD Item 304, Type PE, pre-coated rock asphalt cover- stone, Grade eBPE at $2.63 per ton, less 10~ per ton discount, with a ~reight rate of $2.53 per ton, be awarded to White's Mines, San Antonio, Texas. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with action of the City Commission a tabulation of bids received for furnishing chlorine requirements and a recommendation for purchase was presented to the Commission. ,- r ~C--_~~,_ - T '-----,--,~- --o<r-- __1- - r'~Ti[,,:JI n to \-4 ~ ,... u t,,;) ~t,~ Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the bid of Thompson-Hayward Chemical Company for furnishing liquid chlorine in one-ton containers at $5.95 per cwt and in 15-pound cylinders at $11.50 per cwt, f.o.b. West University, be accepted. Voting Aye: All Voting No:, None In accordance with action of the City. Commission a tabulation of bids received for furnishing 300' of 2! " fire hose and 200' of I!" fire hose, together with a recommmendation that the bid of Bi-Laterial FireHose Company be accepted for delivery of 300; of 2!" fire hose @ $1.69 per foot and 200' of Ji" fire hose @ $1.17 per foot. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that the bid for furnishing 300' of 2!" fire hose at $1.69 per foot and 200' of ;!" fire hose at $1.17 per foot, be awarded to Bi-Lateral Fire Hose Company of Houston, Texas Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A Lease Contract executed by Mrs. Marlyce Howard for the operation of the con- cession at the swimming pool for the 1970 season was presented to the Commission for the:tr consideration. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Mayor Ramsey be au~horized to sign the Lease Contract with Howard Goncessions for the oper~tion of the swimming pool concession, on behalf of the city. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None Attention of the Commission was directed to a petition received from Mr. Gil Smith, 5721 Kirby Drive, in which a request was made for installation of a traffic light, or pedestrian walk light, at the intersection of Kirby Drive and Robinhood. After discussion with regard to this location being within the corporate limits of the city of Houston, it was the decision of the Commission that Mr. Smith be advised to make his ,request directly to the city of Houston. Ordinance Number 937 was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS BY AMENDING SECTION 6-19 AND SECTION 6-20 BY ADOPTING THE 1967 EDITION OF THE NATIONAL BUILDING CODE; :i.PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO SAID NATIONAL BUILDING CODE; PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF' THREE (3) CERTIFIED COPIES OF SUCH NATIONAL BUILDING CODE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY SECRETARY; AND PROVIDING 1lli EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Procotr, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Ordinance Number 937 amending the Code of Ordinances to adopt the 1967 edition of the National Building Code, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None ._'~~.~ !"""!..!rT--...'. r--.'.".~.__. --1 JU~~' The Commission was advised that Mrs. Lee Lockard and Mr. Danny Sullivan had recently co~pleted a course in effective letter writing sponsored by the Greater Houston Credit Bureau and had been awarded certificates from the University of Houston. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Plumbing Board held on April 6 were pre- sented to the Commission for their information. Minutes of the regular meeting of tne Zoning and Planning Commission on April 9, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. Mayor Ramsey advised members of the Commission that dues were now due and payable in the amount.of $300.00, representing an increase of $100.00, for membership to the Harris County Mayors and Councilmens' Association and it was his thought that this would be an excellent time to cease membership in the organization inasmuch as there was no active participation on the part of the City Commission. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the City of West University Place withdraw its membership in the Harris County Mayor's and Councilmen's Association. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on March 23, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Com- missioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on March 23, 1970, be approved as submitted. , Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m. ATTEST: ~.~~j Assis ant City S crotary . ':1 .-------,-r-' __n ---'-~r---------ir- nlr""~:i J.Q \-l ~ .,...... U f....:> /!,;\J~ d REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION APRIL 27, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, April 27, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the follow- ing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissions Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Com- missioner Neighbors was absent. The Invocation was pronounced by Mayor Ramsey. Mr. Raymond Dooley, 4148 Marquette, appeared before the Commission stating that consideration should be given to the installation of a "stop" sign at the inter- section of Marquette and West Point. Mr. Dooley advised that several accidents had occurred at this location and a number of near accidents had also been observed. After discussion regarding traffic conditions on West Point, it was the recommenda- tion of the Commission that the Chief of Police be requested to make a stUdy of this intersection and provide the Commission with his recommendation. In accordance with instructions of the City Commission, a letter dated April 20, 1970, from Chief of Police Shipp in response to a request by Mr. Jim Ebanks with regard to the installation of a "School Crossing" sign on Cason and Buffalo Speedway was presented to the Commission. Chief Shipp stated that it was his opinion that the school children would be much safer walking to Buffalo Speedwqy and Holconibe Boulevard and cross at the traffic light. Attention of the Commission was call~d to a traffic operation program known as TOPICS under the guidance of the Texas State Highway Department in which the City of West University could, with Bellaire and Southside, participat,e in an over-all study of needs with re- gard to traffic signals. After considerable discussion it was the recommendation of the Commission that the City Manager be instructed to request the City of Houston to install a "Walk Only" light to be operational only during those hours required for the safety of the children; request that St. Vincent dePaul church also make such a request to the City of Houston; consider the employment of a school crossing patrolman for this locat~on, and investigate the TOPICS program. The minutes of the r~gular meeting of the ElectriLal BOard on April 20, 1970, were pre~~nted to the Commission for their information. Resolution No. 70-3 was presented to the Commission and read in full: WHEREAS, the present Petty Cash Fund, entrusted to the City Treasurer' amounts to $150.00 heretofore derived from the Water-Sewer Fund, is assigned to two nashiers in the amount of $75.00 each, for the purpose of making cash reimbursements; and WHEREAS, increasing demands for petty cash payouts in larger amounts and increased prices of various items, makes it desirable to increase the present $150.00 Petty Cash Fund to $200.00. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: Section 1. That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized to increase the total petty cash of the City of West University Place to the amount of $200.00. ------q.~,~ .qq~-l 'cr- ...,..,'----.,.7'"--"----- - - ,-,-- m_~I--'~---"'-------:r-- i;'cT'"~i ~U'C.."'l!, Section 2. That the additional increase of $50.00 be withdrawn from the Water-Sewer Fund and credited to petty cash. Section 3. That this authority shall become effective upon passage of Resolution No. 70-3. PASSED AND APPROVED j3his 27th day of April, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: All Commissioners Voting No: None /s/ Homer T,. RAmsey :Mayor Attest: Isls Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motin by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that Resolution No. 70-3 authorizing an increase from $150.00 to $200.00 in the Petty Cash Fund, be approved as read. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that the Police Training School under the jurisdiction of the Extension Service of Texas A&M Universiit,y had been completed on April 24, 1970 with the City of west University Place graduating fourteen members. Comple- tion by these mellbers will give the Police Depart~ent 100% Basic Certification as required by the passage of Senate Bill No. 10. The Commission was advised that inasmuch as the City of Houston had established January 1, 1970 as the date on which that city will assume ambulance service, the City of West University Place must resolve the question of providing service for its residents. It was noted that a symposium under the direction of the Houston- Galveston Area Council is to be held on April 29, 1970, after which some additional information on the subject should be available for study. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the City :Manager, with the assistance of his staff, study all aspects of providing ambulance service for residents. Voting Aye: All V oting No: None Mayor Ramsey read a letter from Mr. Gil Smith, 5721 Kirby Drive, thanking the Commission for their interest in a petition requesting the installation of a traffic signal at Kirby Drive and Robinhood. It was reported to the Commission that Olshan Lumber Company had completed demolishing the four houses located on lots recently rezoned as a parking area for the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and that plans now called for the construction of the parking lot to be completed and in operation by June 1, 1970. It was also noted that the property recently ac~uired by st. Mark's Episcopal Church was in the process of being cleared. -'-~1- _UC~I 'r ~l 'f :" ,'"; 1'-.', "'J' 9 I'. ',> ~'.., t'_ ' City Attorney Charles Cockrell advised the Commission that it was his oplnlon that the following provision of an amendment to the Fire Prevention Code was sufficient to preclude the operation, wfuthin the city, of a self-service gaso- line station: "The dispensing of Class I flammable liquids into the fuel tank of a vehicle or into a container shall be at all times under the control of a competent attendant", and that an additional ordinance would not be required. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on April 13, ~970, were presented to the Commission and the ,following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Walling, that the minutes o~ the regular meeting of the City Commission on April 13, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. ATTEST: ,~, ~~~ Assi tant City Secretary ---' , . .~~--.T ",~,~~,.~",c,,, "T"_..,.....'--'-LT'.. ..-'1'----------=='1 !" '" - : ~.:::r: ":~~l '710 f-.J .1.. REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION MAY 11, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, May 11, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the follow- ing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Commissioner Scott was absent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Neighbors.' In accordance with instructions of the City Commission, a report dated April 29, 1970, from Chief of Police Harold Shipp, advised that it was his opinion that there was no necessity for the installation of a "stop" sign at the intersection of Marquette and West Point inasmuch as this is an unobstructed intersection. After discussion, it was the decision of the Commission that Chief Shipp be invited to appear before..the Commission at its n~xt regular meeting to explain in detail how he studies ,;traffic conditions, present a layout of stop signs now located in this area and give his thoughts as to aesolution to the ,problem of traffic accidents which frequently occur at this location. Resolution Number 70-4 was p~esented to the Commission and read in full: WHEREAS, Mr. Frank B. May, employed as Police Dispatcher and appointed Deputy Clerk of the Corporation Court of the City of West University Place, Texas, has retired from the employment Qfthe city; and WHEREAS, the resignation of Mr. Frank B. May and the reassign- ment of office employees creates the necessity of appointing other employees to serve as Deputy Clerks of the Corporation Court; and WHEREAS, Mr. Robert Rack and Mr. Charles R. Lang have been employed as Police Dispatchers and Mrs. Iola Pickul has been employed as Cashier, and these employees are qualified to assume the duties of Deputy Clerk of the Corporation COtlTIt; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: 1. That Mr. Robert Rack, Mrs. Charles R. Lang and Mrs. Iola Pickul, be and they are hereby,;. appointed Deputy Clerks of the Corporation Court of the City of West University Place, Texas. 2. That the appointment of Mr. Robert Rack, Mr'~. Charles R. Lang and Mrs. Iola Pickul, as Deputy Clerks of the Corporation Court of the City of West University Place, Texas, shall be effective with the passage of this resolution and that they shall assume the assigged duties of Deputy Clerks after haveing been administred the proper Oath of Office. PASSED AND APPROVED this 27th day of May , 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: All Commissioners Voting No: None T --- -,[ . r ",~c.,-,_-,' '-~1 ;r !''''-'''""'i'~'rTO''ii ?1j i.....J.JL '. Isl Homer L. Ramsey Mayor ATTEST: Is/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Resolu- tion Number 70-4 appointing Mrs. Iola Pickul, Mr. Robert Rack and Mr. Charles Lang as Dep~ny Clerks of the Municipal Court of the City of West University Place, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A request by Mr. Wm. Dittert, Jr., City Tr.easurer, to burn certain cancelled bonds and coupons which have been cancelled and audited in order tQ conserve vault space and to eliminatedunnecessary records, was, ,presented to th"e Cb:m:tnis- sion. " .',,:-- :-!" .' ;--/ -.~.-:;. BONDS AND COUPON8 RRn~liMFi:n TN 1 9h8 SERIES BOND NO. #672 thru 714 COUPON NO. #61 805 #62 805 #63 672 - 714 716 740 746 750 - 755 - 760 790 801 - 809 #64 716 - 739 - 746 750 - 755 - 760 790 - 801 - 809 #32 218 - 394 #33 230 - 394 #27 191 - 250 #28 206 - 250 #11 125 - 135 #43 2 - 7 #44 2 - 7 #43 4 - 29 #44 4 - 29 #43 5 - 32 #44 5 - 32 City of West University Place Refunding Bond, Series 1936 ~ City of West University Place Refunding Bond Series 1952 #218 thru 229 City of West Unive~sity Place - City Hall Bond Series 1954 #191 thru 205 City of West University Place Refunding Bond Series 1962 #125 thru 135 City of West University Place Fire Fighting Equipment Bond Series 1946 Ik City of West University Place Public Park Bonds .series 1946 City of West University Place Storm Sewer Bonds Series 1946 Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the City Treasurer be given authority to burn certain cancelled bonds and coupons in accordance with the detailed list dated April l, 1970, in order to conserve vault space and eliminate unnecessary records. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None -F'~'""=---._==-~-==~-=----,,:,-~- ____-----".Lc-.. -=-~~'_"'O-'"."".-'_,'-0"7.c-'~ LQ ~ ~ .,...... u u ') 'ii' ';' C4 .Jl fJ.~ An itemized list of expenditures for the resurfacing of the swimming pool showing that expenses of $4,674.02 had been incurred to date and that a few more invoices were outstanding, was presented for Bonsideration. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the necessary funds to defray expenses incurred in the resurfacing of the swimming pool be appropriated, and that all invoices be paid upon satisfactory completion of the work. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A sketch showing the proposed location o~ a picket fence at the swimming pool with an estimated materials cost of $475.00 was presented to the Commission. It was noted that $800.00 was appropriated in the 1970 Budget for the construc- tion of a fence at the swimming pool. A copy of a letter from County Engineer Richard P. Doss to Commissioner Kyle Chapman stating that it would be more practical for the construction program of the Commissioners' Court if the City of West University Place would provide the necessary concrete pavement on Weslayan street at an approximate cost of $16,100.00 and the necessary resur~acing done by Harris County at an estimated cost of $12,300.00 was read to the Commission. "The Commission was advised that consideration should be given to the employment of a consulting engineering firm to study the problems involving the sanitary sewer lines in the area and make recommendations for improvements prior to any work on Weslayan Street. After consideration and discussion with regard to the question of responsibility for the repair and upkeep of Weslayan Street, the condition of the sanitary sewer system and the liftplant, motion was made by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the City Manager be authorized to employ a consulting engineer to study the problems and make recommendations for improvements. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Mayo:r; Ramsey stated that it was his thought that a member of the Commission should make a trip to Madison, Wisconsin for an on site inspection of the garbage disposal machinery manufactured by Heil Manufacturing Company. After discussion Commissioner Neighbors advised that he would try to fit a trip to Madison into his schedule. Commissioner Wallin advised that there was a pos- sibility that he would have an opportunity to visit the Galion, Ohio plant in the near future. The Commission was advised that a meeting had been held with representatives of Management Science Consultants, Inc. with regard to the possibllity of putting garbage collection routes on a computer. -"'--~--l ' ' 'l---."'------:rr--- ,- on -- n .. 1- ----..:;r- in~T":~:J d'X' ,'-3: Commissioner Proctor stated that it was his opinion that too many people were doing too much building on easements and that a ,better definition of the terms temporary and permanent were needed, as well as more definite specifications for types of construction and materilas to be used. The City Attonney was in- structed to prepare an ordinance setting forth conditions for easement construction including retaining walls of a maximum height of 12" on a grade level basis. The subject of garage sales was again discussed and the City Attorney was in- structed to prepare a draft of an ordinance for regulation of garage sales. It was noted that the lights at the tennis court in Weir Park had been installed and would require focusing before proper ope~ation. In accordance with the request of the Insurance Committee a re-evaluation of city property for insurance purposes has been completed and plans are now being made for contents of the buildings: to be re-evaluated. A request of the Sunset Garden Club to beautify the triangular area at Georgetown and Edloe was presented to the Commission. After discussion with regard to the creation of a traffic hazard it was decided that the Garden Club should be per- mitted to use a low hedge and pea gravel combination for the beautification of this area. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on April 27, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on April 27, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. ATTEST: ~~~ Assi tant City ecretary - ~~'-~~'-T~"'-C~~'C'~"-- 00:1 r~~--~------'- '-','--' r '" ,":T'--:; LO 'I-! M -~ U U ,,'11 ~,; ." l!J }y t REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION MAY 25, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, May 25, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney was also present. Commissioner Neighbors and the City Manager were absent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Proctor. Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Hajovsky, 6538 Wakeforest, appeared before the Commission to request that the vacant lots on the corner of Wake forest and Carnegie not be considered as a possible site for the location of a city park, and to request some action to preclude children using the lots as a playground. Mr. Hajovsky stated he would like to be on record as opposing the site for park usage and also wanted to inquire as to what action the city could take to control the misuse of the property. After considerable discussion with regard to the best use of the lots it was agreed that the City Manager would telephone the owner, Mr. Thomas C. Smith, Apt. 25, 100 North Kimball, Yukon, Oklahoma, to request that he give considera- tion to the sale of the lots for residential construction. In accordance with action of the City Commission, bids received for furnishing four mobile radio units for use of the Police Department, were opened and results announced as follows: BIDDER General Elec. Alt. Bid TOTAL BID PRICE 2,644.00 2,399.00 3,336.00 3,060.00 3,513.60 3,163.60 30-45 days 30-45-days 30-45 days 30-45 days MAKE OF RADIO Master TRADE-IN DELIVERY TIME 60 days 60 days 60 days 60 days UNIT PRICE 666.00 666.00 834.00 765.00 878.00 878.40 665.55 665.55 265.00 Motorola Comm. Alt. Bid Motrac Mocom 40.00 RCA Alt. Bid 500 Series 350.00 RCA Alt. Bid 700 Series 2,662.20 2,3~2.20 350.00 Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the bids received for furnishing four mobile radio units be referred to the City Manager and Chief of Police for tabulation and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In response to an invitation by the City Commission, the Chief of Police appeared to discuss a request for the installation of a "stop" sign at West Point and Marquette. Using a large map Chief Shipp showed the location of all traffic signs in the area, explained the ise of traffic counters to determine the need for traffice controls, and stated that the installation of a "stop" sign on West Point would help slow traffic in the area of the swimming pool. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the recom- mendation of the Chief of Police be accepted and a temporary "Stopll sign erected on West Point at Marquette to stopnorth and south traffic. !,fti Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on May 4, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board on May 11, 1970, were presented to the Commission. Resililution Number 70-5 was presented to the Commission and read in full: WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has funds in the amount of $65,000.00 from the Tax Collector's Fund invested in U. S. Treasury Bills at a discounted rate of 7.85%, due June 28, 1970; and WHEREAS, it has been determined that these funds and an additional $5,000.00, will not be required for current operations of the city government for the next six (6) months of the fiscal year, 1970; and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep the city's money invested, it is necessary and prudent to authorize investment of this sum of money. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to invest funds in the amount of $70,000.00 in United State Treasury Bills ma- turing one hundred eighty (180) days from date of p~rchase at an anti- cipated discount rate of 7.20%. PASSED AND APPROVED this 25th'day of May, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye:~ Commissioners Voting No: None Isl Homer L. Ramsev Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Asst. City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that Resolution Number 70~ authorizing the investment of $70,000 in U. S. Treasury Bills for a period of 180 days, be approved as read. v6-ting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with instructions of the City Commission the City Attorney pre- sented a rough draft of an ordinance regulating garage sales held in the city. It was recommended that the draft be re-written to include the addition of "tools, gardening equipment, household goods, and other items normally found in the home" in the definition of the term garage sale, and presented again at the next regular meeting of the Commission. -~~'T';-~~._':.'_~-'--:=-CC-=--=O___"___- '-'-'~~:L _ __~l: ------ -'-'=""""=-C~'l:~ ____,c----- :. '-r -, "~I ~ '~~' r':~ :: l L':l ,...-j 'I"""'l ~ U U ';111" -, .0'; "r:' ,./, , 4 After reviewing a draft of an ordinance outlining the conditions under which a retaining wall may be construction in the front yard in the residential area it; was decided that the word "permanent" shouJJ.d be deleted from the ordinance. Street Superintendent A. L. Bearden was present at the requesti of the City Manager to advise the City Commission concerning flooding of the streets as a result of recent heavy rains. Mr. Bearden stated that it was his belief that some damage was done to a few homes in the College Court Addition, but that the storm sewer system over the city operated extremely well. The Commission was also advised that some homes on the west side of Community Drive, in the 5900 block, sustained some water damage during the heavy rain storm and that inasmuch as this was property of the Southern Pcific Railroad they would be requested to drain the water in that area under Bissonnet and then west into the Harris County Flood Control storm sewer system. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the City Manager and his staff be authorized to negotiate with the Southern Pacific Railroad Company and bring the Commission a firm recommendation for the drain- age of storm water in the 5900 block of Community Drive. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on May 11, 1970, ,were presented to the Commission and the following action takenY Motion by Com- missioner Wallin, seconded by Commission Proctor, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on May 11, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. .,/' ATTEST: ~~~ Assi-tant City Secretary '~r'~~c-~~'~"'~'~~~~--Tr"'---- ---,,~,---'" '--1 T :"":"::"1:'1""":;- ;;; ..Ie; LJ REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION JUNE 8, 1970 The City CommissionoftheCity.,6f.West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, June 8, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the follow- ing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor and Scott. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Commissioner Wallin was absent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Scott. Mr. Albert McWilliams, 4108 Case Street, appeared before the Commission to pre- ~ent a petition signed by residents of the 4100 block of Case and the wlOO block of Byron requesting the return ofa two-way street on Case and Byron and the re- tention year-round of the 15 m.p.h. speed limit. Mr. McWilliams stated that bothh cars and motorcycles take advantage of the one-way streets for racing purposes and residents were concerned for the safety of the children using the park and the swimming pool. Following a discussion regarding the safety of children riding b~cycles to and from the swimming pool and the lack of adequate parking spaces in the area, the petition was referred to the Chief of Police for study and recommendation. In accordance with ~ction of the City Commission a tabulation of bids received for furnishing fou~mobile radio units for use by ,the Police Department was pre- sented to the Commission with a recommendation that the bid be awarded to General Electric Corporation on their low bid totaling $2,399.00 and that consideration be given to purchas:ing 80....watt units for an additional $90.00 each. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded b;yr Commissioner Neighbors, that the bid made by the General Electric Corporation for furnishing four mobile radio units for use by the Police Department for a bid price of $2,399.00, including an allow- ance of $265.00 for trade-in units, be accepted contingent upon an inspection of the equipment to determine the correctness of the components of the equipment, and if the equ~pment is acceptable ~onsideration be given to purchasing 80-watt units instead of the 35-watt units. " Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance number 938 was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE AMEDNING TEE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, BY ADDING THERETO SECTION NO. 16-17 REGULATING "GARAGE SALES"; REGULATING THE TIMES FOR THE HOLDING OF SUCH SALES: REGULATING TEE ITEMS TO BE SOLD; DEFINING "GARAGE SALES"; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Ordinance number 938 regulating "garage saleslf within the city be approved as read. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance number 939 was presented to the Commission and read in full. ---- T-'--' ---r- i:;:r"1i -"-'T" : r -CoT LO ~ 'I""'l ~ U t..:> r--- 'l1'~ AN ORDINANCE AMEDNING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE BY AMENDING SECTION 6-41 (a); REGULATING THE HEIGHT OF STRUCTURES IN THE AREA BETWEEN THE FRONT WALLOOF A BUILDING AND THE FRONT PROPERTY LINE; RESTRICTING SAID STRUCTURE TO THE CONFINES OF THE LOT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that Ordinance number 939 amending the Code of Ordinances to regulate the height of structures in the area between the front wall of a building and the front property line, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In compliance with a recommendation of the Insurance Committee contained in their report of April 7, 1970, an up-dated appraisal of all city buildings for the fire insurance policy which is written subject to a 90% coinsurance clause, was pre- sented to the Commission for therer consideration. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the up- dated appraisal with a value of $239,195.00, as compared with the previous ap- praisal of $219,502.00, or an increase in values of $20,693.00, be forwarded to the city's insurance agencey, Comiskey Insurance Agency. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that an invoice in the amount of $4,193.00 had been received from Howard Pools Company, Inc., for refinishing the floor, steps and walls of the swimming pool in accordance with their bid dated March 23, 1970. The Commission was further advised that there were a few small places on the surface of the pool that would need repairs after the pool had been drain- ed, and that the retention of 15% of the contract price would insure that all terms of the contract had been met. . I". , .:' '. l' , ~ Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Comriiissioner Scott, 'that the invoice from Howard Poi-Us Company, Inc., in the amount of $4,193.00 be approved and that 15% be withheld to insure completion of the contract agreement. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A letter dated June 2, 1970, from Mr. Tom H. Wheat with a request that consideration be given to rezoning the north .47 acres of Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition and the south 60' of Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition was presented to the Commission. Mr. Bill Bettis, Vice-President of Cellar Door Retaurants, prospoective purchaser of the property involved, appeared before the Commission to also request that this property be rezoned. Mr. Bettis stated that no definite plans had been made at this time for the development of this property, and inasmuch as several plans were under consideration, they would not want to be restricted as to the future use of the property. _ _ _~-:--:-'-=~_~'~--, _ ~c_- C~~'-_-, ""--'--::::T--~~~-'--:-:-::-:~::-:::=:::::Y=--- ~20 After considerable discussion with regard to the lack of plans for the use of the property, the recommendation made by the Zoning and Planning Commission for rezoning of the property, and thenfact that the property could ~ot be used for retail business, Mr:. Bettis was advised by Commissioner Neighbors that the re- sponsibility of the Commission was to see that the property is best utilized for the best interest of the most people. __ At this point Mayor Ramsey called for a motion that the property in question be rezoned in accordance with recommendations of the Zoning and Planning Commission. Motion by Commissioner Scott that the recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission on January 27,; 1969 be accepted and that the property be rezoned for a professional and business office district and/or parking of vehicles. The motion died for Lhe lack of a second. Mayor Ramsey stated that he would like to go on record as approving the recommen- dation of the Zoning and Planning Commission and that it was his belief that the property should be rezoned. In accordance with instructions of the City Commission a proposal was presented from Bernard Johnson Engineers, Inc. for professional engineering services for improvements to the City's sanitary sewer system at the Weslayan street pumping station and for the trunk sewer line on Swarthmore between Academy street and Weslayan. The proposal consists of a three-phase program consisting of Phase I, Preliminary Investigation; Phase II, Design and Phase III, Construction.; Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the pro- posal from Bernard Johnson Engineers, Inc. for Phase I be accepted on a time basis ranging from $1,600 to $2,000 and that Mayor Ramsey be instructed to enter into the necessary contractural agreement. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None A letter of resignation as a member of the Parks and Recreation Board received from Mr. Lester Ricks, Jr., was presented to the Commission. Mr. Ricks has moved from the City of West University Place and is, therefore, uneligible to serve as a ~ember of this Board. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the rep,ignation of Mr. Ricks as a member of the Parks and Recreation Board be accepted with regret and that Mayor Ramsey write a letter of appreciation to Mr. Ricks for the services he has performed. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None A proposed salary schedule of the service and labor departments of the city was presented to the Commission for consideration. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the follow- ing salary schedule be approved effective June 11, 1970: '-~T:~'-~'O_'- - -'-',t ' __LI'--='=-C-'" --::"1. __:r --- :" ~-'~'T~'I..:~~:r ..0 ,....; ~ ~ u u ~t:!J Department -- Employee Salar~ August White 2.40 Henry Green 2.40 Ler0Y Hunter 2.40 Eddie Hammons 2.20 James Gordon 2.25 Mandell Newsome 2.25 John Hammons 2115 Manuel Lofton 2.15 Arlee Tann 2.15 Johnny Edwards 2.00 James Williams 2.00 Hercules Duckworth 2.10 Will Estes 2.10 John E. Davis 383.00 Johnny Price 315~'OO Willie stewart 373.00 James Townes 416.00 Eddie JYl9.tthews 2.10 Thomas Conerly 2.00 Junius Pete 2.10 Bruce Collins 2.10 James Clark 2.15 T. Washington 2.15 Clyde Lindsey 2.15 Sherman Conerly 2.00 Mandell Newsome, Sr. 2.40 Henry Jackson 2.40 Lawrence James 2.40 Rupert Hawkins 2.40 Earl White 2.40 15 Laborers 2.10 Roy Brown 2.40 Alex Chandler 2.40 6 Laborers 2.10 Ell Jay Tillis 2.6? Odell Thomas 2.10 Laborer 2.00 Morris Agundez 416.00 Joe Hammons 390.00 Sam Johnson 390.00 Voting No: None Street Water Sanitation City Hall Sewage Plant Voting Aye: All The Commission was advised that Commissioner John Neighbors will visit the city of Madison, Wisconsin on June 16, 1970, for an on site inspection of Heil Company's pulverizer in use by that Ci.~. '~r'"O~'~~~'~'~'~~-rr- - -, ---~~~.-- ir "...i-::I""r i j;,j J,.j , Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on May 25, 1970, were pre- sented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the minutes be corrected to show], that the "stop" sing to be located on West Point at the intersection of M:l.rquette street was authorized on a temporary basis. voting Aye; All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p. m. d / ~l M:l.y ATTEST: ~~ ,,~ Assis ant City Scretary I"--~-'--~ '--~----T='-c'~~--~'"r~~---cr'- - --~-'---~-'l ;r- - !'-,r-;"':~~~T"a:f--- LQ """"" ,....; .,...... u u '--------------- If} ,Ql;"P' .ct~~~j REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION JUNE 22, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, June 22, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the follow- ing members present: May;or Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Scott. In accordance with instructions of the City Commission, a recommendation dated June 16, 1970, from Chief of Police Harold Shipp, stated that it was his belief that it would be hazardous to remove the "One-Way" designation from the 4100 blocks of Case and Byron Streets and that he could not recommend the retention of the 15-MPH speed limit on a year round basis. A recommendation of the Chief of Police dated April 23, 1951 and Ordinance Number 559, passed and approved by the City Commission on April 23, 1951, estab~ lishing one-way traffic in the 4100 blocks of Case and Byron Streets, were read to the Commission and it was agreed that this was the safest and most appropriate traffic control for the area surrounding the swimming pool. Mrs. Noel Proctor, 4102 Case street, requested that something be done to control the parking of bicycles at the swimming pool. Mrs. Proctor was advised that the problem would be referred to Street Superintendent A. L. Bearden and Pool Manager RL:hard Niemi for a recommendation. The dates of July 11, 18, 25 and August 1, were suggested as the best dates on which to hold the city-wide cleanup program contigent upon getting volunteer citizen workers. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the special clean up campaign be set for the dates of Satm~day, July 11, 18, 25, and August 1, 1970, and that members of the ~ommission submit names of volunteer citizen workers to the City Manager immediately. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None It was brought to the attenticn of the City Commission that the street name signs were in excess of twenty years old, badly deteriorated and in need of being replaced with modern ones. It was the decision of the City Commission that specifications be obtained for replacing all of the st~eet name signs and that samples and a recommendation be sub~itted to the City Commission to de- termine size, color and wording. Mr. H. R. Duke, Sanitary Engineer, presented the need for replacement of the pipe, nozzles, fittings and bearings used in the distributor for the filter at the Sewage Dllisposal Plant and Mr. Arthur Storey, MUnicipal Development Manager for Bernard Johnson Engineers, Inc., presented slides showing the deterioration of the equipment and the need for its replacement. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the City Manager be authorized to advertise for bids for all necessary parts and materials required for the installation of a new distributor for the filter at the Sewage Disposal Plant and that labor and equipment required for the installation be employed ona force account basis. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None ~.'--~l:..'-':"'''.'-_.=:=--=-_~:=-.O'''':''''':.C",,_C-_:-_.'-=.C::::.~~-----_.~,--,.-- - __--c.-o;,,_.,-:-:cc,.,-~,,_""'~ ~'2'4' The City Commission again considered the proposed rezoning of all of Biliock 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition. A letter dated June 17, 1970, sigged by Mrs. Virginia Bell Bettis, President, Cellar Door Restaurants, requesting that all of Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition be rezoned for professional buildings and/or parking in accordance with recommendations of the Zoning and Planning Commission was presented. Mr. Charles Vincent, General Supervisor and representative of the owners of Cellar Door Restaurants, and Messrs. Tom Wheat and San Jett, present owners of the property were present attthe meeting. Mr. Vincent advised the-sCommission that present plans call for enlarging exist- ing facilities on adjacent property already zoned for retail business and that Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition, the property in question, "would ,be used for parking of vehicles, if rezoned for such purpose. After questions were asked of Mr. Wheat and Mr. Vincent, it was the opini:on of' the City Commission that re- zoning of Block 2, Cunningham Terrace for parking of vehicles would be to the best interest of the citizens and adjacent property owners. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that all of Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition be rezoned for parking of vehicles and that the necessary fire limits be established, and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary ordinances to rezone Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition from single family dwelling to that of parking of' vehicles. Voting Aye: All ,Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on June 11, 1970, were presented to therCommission for their information noting that the application for the subgivision of Lot 8, Block 7, West University Place First Addition, into two lots fronting on Belmont had subsequently been withdrawn. The Commission was advised that a letter had been received from Mr. William Simmons, District Manager of the Bureau of Census, smating that the 1970 census figures set the population of the City of West University at 13,185. It was pointed out that the city has a total of 5,235 water meters and using either the 2.8 members per family used in North Central Texas or the 3 persens per family used by the U. S. Chaniber of Commerce, it would s'eem that the figures are not accurate. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the City Manager be authorized to make an official inquiry to the Bureau of Census regard- ing the 1970 population count for the City of West University Place. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that at this time there is a total of sixteen (16) stolen or lost bicycles behind the City Hall for which there are no storage facilities and for which some disposition should be made. C:=-~, _m~'-I' _C_, 'c'I~'C-'-'------::-:::U-'~-- - -'-'--"",-C"=~~----=ir------------ - ~' ,-, -:"~-I ''':'1 ".0 ~ ,.....4 ,...... u f..) b;~,''''' '.J ~,,';] Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that all bicycles held by the Police Department for a period of six months be given to Goodwill Industries. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The 1969 Audit of the city's fundS, records and accounts as prepared by the firm of Q'Connor, Lawson and McGee was presented tb the Commission for their informa- tion and study. The Commission was advised that the City of West University Place has a problem that is prevalent throughout the State of Texas which is the improvement of its water system. There is a desirability for a new water well; overhauling of the Wakeforest Pumping Station; to enlarge water neservoir facilities; and add new water mains and fire hydrants. Th~se improvements would cost approximately $250,000.00 and in keeping with the Commission's desire to pay as you go, could be financed by an increase in water rates. A complete study will be made and a recommendation made to the Commission at a later date. Members of the Commission were shown the newest edition of the Texas Municipal League Directory which lists names, addresses, titles and meeting dates of all Texas city officials. The City Commission was advised that the 1965 cab and chassis to be traded to Pak-Mor, Inc., San Antonio, Texas, on the 1970 packer body purchased from them on competitive bidS, had become completely inoperable and repairs consisting of a new motor, or block assembly exchange, would amount to approximately $800.00 according to estimates, whereas the 'trade-in value was $750.00,. The City Manager advised that informal telephone bids had been received on salvage of the 1965 truck and that Childs Equipment Company, Inc. had agreed to purchase the truck on a where is, as is, basis for $350.00. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the action of the City Manager to sell for salvage value a 1965 cab and chassis on a where is, as is, basis to Childs Equipment Company, Inc. for the sum of $350.00, be ratified and confirmed and, that Pak-Mor of San Antonio be notified of the decision of the City Commission. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on June 8, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Com- missioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on June 8, 1970, be approved as submitted. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. _i[ i" ['Eli!:':::! --T- ~Z'b' REGULAR :MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION "'-' JULY 13, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, July 13, 1970, 7: 30 p.m., with',the follow- ing members present: :M3.yor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors and Wallin. The City Attorney and City :M3.nager were also present. Commissioners Proctor and Scott were out of the city on company business. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Wallin. Mr. Bill Pollard, owner of Lot, 5, Block 5~ Preston Place, located at the southwest corner of Tangley and Kirby Drive, appeared before the Commission requesting that permission be granted the lessee of the property, Fish & Chips, a division of Ken- tucky Fried Chicken, Inc., to make a curb cut onto the 2600 block of Tangley Street for an exit from their proposed business establishment . After considerable discussion with regard to the width of Tangley Street, the in- convenience that would be caused residents in the area, and the "No Parking" pro- visions on the south side of the street, and the fact that traffic going west off Kirby Drive onto Tangley street would stact up between the intersection and the curb cut, it was the decision of the City Commission that the decision of the Building Inspector be upheld and that the applicants not be permitted to make a curb cut onto Tangley. Mr. Jerry :M3.tthias, 3224 Timmons, Houston, Texas, owner of the Bunnie Show Lounge, located at 2631 Bissonnet, and his attorney, Mr. Ronny Pruitt, appeared before the Commission to request that consideration be given to a "Late Hours Permit" allow- ing the recently acquired Bunnie Show Lounge to remain open until 2:00 a.m. Mr. :M3.tthias and Mr. Pruitt were advised that an ordinance effective August 1, 1970, had been passed by the City Commission requiring that all establishments engaged in the retail sale of wine and/or beer observe a 12:00 p.m. closing,hour and in the best interest of the most residents there were no plans to repeal the ordinance. Mrs. LeI Red Duffin, director of the city's summer recreation program, advised the Commission that 164 families with 300 children had registered for participation in the program this year as compared with 146 families and 258 children during the 1969 season. Mrs. Duffin displayed many of the art and craft items made by the children and stated that in her opinmon the program was the most successful sponsored by the City. A report of the 1970 season at the West University Swimming Pool showed that there are 615 family memberships in the pool with a total of 1124 children's tickets issued. Learn-to-swim instructions are being provided for a total of 527 children and 15 children are participating in the junior and senior life saving courses. Mr. Bob Smith and Mr. John Johnson, representatives of the 3-M Company, appeared before the Commission to submit specifications and samples of the proposed street name signs to be used in replacing the existing badly deteriorated signs. After , consideration of a number of alternatives it was the decision of the City Commission that the signs should be 9" wide, varying lengths from 30", 36" to 42" accord;ing to the length of the legend, reflectorized blue background with silver-white legends with upper and lower case letters and installed 8' off the ground. c --~'"~l"CC~--",--~___"n- ':r'~--:=r----"'~--'-"-~-~-'r--- , u~:r--_u_- - , i:"I":r LC ""'" '"""" ,....... U U =-- f.j or" r/Z, i Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the City M3.nager be authorized to advertise for bids for the replacement of all city street name signs in accordance with recommendations of representatives of the 3-M Company. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that in accordance with provisions of the City Charter it was necessary that a public hearing be called to consider adoption of the budget for the fiscal year 1971. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that a public hearing be called for August 24, 1970, 7:30 p.m., for the purpose of considering adoption of the budget for the City for the fiscal year 1971. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Resolution Number 70-6 was presented to the Commission and read in full; WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has General Fund Tax Revenue Sinking Fund Trust Agency Fund Sanitary Sewer Capital Improvement Fund Ch. Amend. Reserve Water Fund Ch. Amend. Reserve Sewer Fund Insurance Reserve Fund funds available as follows: $ 50,600.00 38,~15.00 39,420.00 28,870.00 28,790.00 19,850.00 27,650.00 $:833,995.00 and,' WHEREAS, it has been determined that these funds will not be required for current operations of the city government for a period of one year; and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep the City's money invested, it is necessary and prudent to authorize investment of these certain sums of money. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to invest funds in the amount of $233,995.00 in Certificates of Time Deposit at the rate of 7~%, maturing in twelve (12) months, in the University state Bank, Houston, Texas. PASSED AND APPROVED this 13th. day of July, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: All Commissioners Voting No: None Isl Homer L. Ra~ M3.yor ATTEST: Isl Lee Lockard Assistant City~ecr~~at1 ~ -'--~~'''T-.--:''7'--'--:- --'~:1:-"'-----'~"--"'-~ !"-:--"!:T::r::~~:r - ~Z'~ Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Resolution 70-6 authorizing the investment of $233,995.00' in Certificates of Time Deposit at the rate of 7~, maturing in twelve months, in the University state Bank, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All V oting No: None Resolution Number 70-7 was presented to fuhe Commission and read in full; WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has cash available in the Tax Collector's Fund and the Tax Revenue Sinking Fund which will not be required for current operating expenses, and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep all of the city's money invested to earn additional income and it is necessary and pru- dent to authorize investment of these certain sums of money. NOW, T'.tIEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: PASSED AND APPRGVED this 13th. day of July, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: All Commissioners Voting N6: None /s/ Homer L. Ram~ :M3.yor ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissia1er Neighbors, that Resolution Number 70-7 authorizing the investment of $184,000.00 in 89-day Certificate of Time Deposit with University State Bank at an interest rate of 8%, be approved as read. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that in December, 1969, bids received for the re-roofing of the truck storage building and water meter repair shop were rejected inasmuch as they were considered excessively high according to the City Engineer's estimate, and authority is requested to re-advertise. - r~ ,,____,_,'~,O~~_,", """ '~'~T , r" "1 ,1- i"" ii'~'T""il /;"~d Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the City Manager be authorized to re-advertise for bids for the re-roofing of the truck storage building and water meter shop. Voting Aye: All Voting No; None Ordinance Number 940 was presented to the Commission and read in full. to ~ ~ -,- U \-) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. III OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, BY PERMITTING ALL OF BLOCK 2 , CUNNINGHAM TERRACE ADDITION (WHICH INCLUDES THE SOUTH 60' OF SAID BLOCK 2) MORE PARTICULARLY DE- SCRIBED AS 0.898 ACRES GONSISTING OF ALL OF BL.OCK 2, CUNNINGHAM TERRACE ADDITION BETWEEN WESLAYAN AND STELLA LINK ROAD AND NORTH OF BELLAIRE BOULEVARD, CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, TO BE USED FOR PARKING PURPOSES SUBJECT TO VARIOUS RESTRICTIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DECISION AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE ZONING AND PLANNING COMMISSION MADE AFTER PROPER AJ;'PLICATION AND PUBLIC HEARING; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Neibhbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Ordinance Number 940 amending the city's zoning ordinance by permitting all ob Block 2, Cun- ningham Terrace Addition to be used for parking purposes subject to various restric- tions in accordance with the decision and recommendation of the Zoning and Planning Commission, amde after proper application and public hearing, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 941 was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 6-6.2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, BY THE ADDITION OF TRACT 3 COMPRIZED OF PROPERTY IN BLOCK 2, CUNNINGHAM TERRACE ADDITION: AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Ordinance Number 941 amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University Place to include the property in Block 2, Cunningham Terrace Addition in Tract 3 of the Fire Limits of the city, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A letter from Kenneth Schnitzer dated July 9, 1970, requesting an extension until December 31, 1970 on a construction easement granted by the city along the easterly ten feet of its property located at the corner of Edloe and the Southwest Freeway, was presented to the Commissi .'n for their consideration. Motion-by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the request from Kenneth Schnitzer for an extension until December 31, 1970 on a construction easement on city property located at the corner of Edloe and the Southwest Freeway be approved. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None i':,I""':I {JtJu The Commission was advised that the special trash clean up program had met with success in the first quadrant of the city with a total of twenty-six loads of trash being removed. Minutes of the regular meeeting of the City Commission on June 22, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on June 22, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. ATTEST: // ../,./ ~" ,~~- Assistant City Secretary . r-~-c--_o' ';T r - c --- - ~ -'-1 r j", 1'11""[- 231 REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION JULY 27, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, July 27, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the follow- ing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Prcotor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also pre- sent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Neighbors. The City Manager introduced Mr. Gene Kraft, son of former City Attorney and Corporation Court Judge Carl Kraft. Mr. Kraft is a student at Southwestern University and desires to insclude a report on the City of West University Place in his government studies. City Attorney Charles Cockrell read a letter agreement received from Brompton Associates setting forth the terms and conditions under which the 361l outfall sewer line located on a right-of-way easement granted to the City of West Uni- versity Place by West Securities Company on July 1, 1942, will be relocated. Such relocation being necessitated by the construction of a three story apart- ment project along and adjoining the existing 361l concrete sanitary sewer line and the deteriorated condition of the sewer line. The new sewer line will be constructed by Brompton Associates along a route covered by a new easement ten feet in width granted to the City by Brompton Associates. Mr. Pat Brown and Mr. Steve Williams, representative of Brompton Associates stated that upon receipt of the executed letter of agreement under which the City will pay a sum not to exceed $8,000 toward the cost of installing the new sewer line, Brompton Associates will begin construction in accordance with specifications agreed upon by Brompton Associates and the City as prepared by Engineer Calvin Morgan. Mr. Cockrell requested that he be furnished a copy of the title showing owner- ship by Brompton Associates of the property where the easement is to be located, for preparation of an ordinance showing metes and bounds descriptions, abandon- ment of the old easement and acceptance of the project when complete. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the Mayor be authorized to execute letter agreement with Brompton Associates to relocate the 361l outfall sewer line and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance to accept the project when completed and approved by the City of West University Place. Vot ing Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Allen Caldwell, Chairman of the City's special clean-up program, presented a report showing that labor forces of the city had worked a total of 775 hours disposing of 70 loads of rubbish during the first three Saturdays of the clean up program. Mr. Caldwell also reported that response from volunteers had been excellent and that the program had been well received by residents. Minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board on Monday, July 13, 1970 were presented to the Commission for their information. Resolution Number 70-8 was presented to the Commission and read in full. WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has cash available in the Water- r ~~~~--' ,- :1 ,'I "-'-'~~'--'O~'-~'i J ---- -i"'; ';'inrf'7- 232 Sewer Fund and the Tax Collector's Fund as a result of Certificate of Time Deposit a.nd U. S.Treasury Bills maturing, which will not be required for current operating expenses, and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep all of the city's money invested to ~arn additional income and it is necessary and prudent to authorize reinvestment of these certain sums of money. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to invest funds in the amount of: $130,000.00 In 89-day Certificate of Time Deposit with University State Bank at an anticipated interest of 8%. PASSED AND APPROVED this 27th day of July, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: ALL Commissioners Voting No No /s/ Homer L. Ramsey Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Procto, that resolution Number 70-8 authorizing the re-investment of $130,000 in 89-day Certificate of Time Deposit with University State Bank at an interest rate of 8%, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on July 13, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on July 13, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. ATTEST: ~. ;;(~ Assistant City Secretary , //:, ~ .. 1/l~1tj,/~ ! ./ ...'.'r"'=~~.~..,...............~~......~r , f' ~.,..~ ;rn :"..',:TII......I - to ,..-.! ......., ,....... u u r-' t:J t)~:a REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION AUGUST 10, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, August 10, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present: Mayor Homer L. Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Prcotor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Proctor. Mr. Robert Kendrick, 3127 Amherst, presented a petition signed by 25 of the 30 residents in the 3000-3100 Block of Amherst Street, requesting the City to close the street between Belmont and Buffalo Speedway due to the increased volume anq speed of traffic on this block. Mr. Kendrick presented two plans to the City Commission. One plan suggested a complete blockage of the block by means of a cul-de-sac at Buffalo Speedway, and the alternate plan suggested making the block one-way with traffice moving west. Mr. Kendrick stated the major part of the traffic problem was caused by vehicles turning east off Buffalo Speedway to miss the traffic signal at University Boule- vard and Buffalo Speedway. Mr. Kendrick was advised the request would be studied by the Commission and for- warded to the Chief of Police for study and recommendation and a decision given in about six to eight weeks. The City Commission was presented with an ,invoice in the amount of $624.00 from the Texas Municipal League for the city's share of services rendered by the League. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commission Scott, that invoice in the amount of $624.00 to the Texas Municipal League for the city's share of services to paid. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The City COmmission was advised the city's property at the Sewage Treatment Plant, 2801 North Braeswood, had for a number of years been un-fenced. It has been reported that young persons were riding motor bikes at the site which creates a hazard and that a fence was also needed for the protection of the property. The Commission was presented with a sketch showing a proposed location for a 750 ft., chain link fence to surround the Sewage Treatment Plant property. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, secon~ed by Commissioner Proctor, that the City Manager be authorized to advertise for pids for 750 ft. of chain link fence to be constructed around the city's pro,gerty at th'8, Sewage Treatment Plant, located at 2801 North Braes- wood. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The City Commission was presented with the following tabulation of bids reeeived by Calvin J. Morgan and Associates, Inc., Consulting Engineers, 4507 San Jacinto Street, Houston, Texas, for the re-location of the Brompton Place 36" sanitary sewer line. Texala Company John Norton George Kennedy $14,682.00 $14,700.00 $17,000.00 ~"1 ' ~.. ---... :' ":'"1""'1 "-'T ,r -..... --~"""."""'''I----r-''--- AH,4 Jim Britt Clyde Construction Co. $19,987.00 $23,672.00 The City Attorney advised there was no action to be taken by the City Commission on this project at this time. The City Commission was presented with'an invoice from Pak-Mor Company, Inc., San Antonio, Texas for two packer bodies received by the Sanitation Department for $5,300.00 and $4,600.00, respectively. The Commission was advised the packer bOdies are in operation and are performing satisfacotrily. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissione~ Wallin, that invoices in the amount of $5,300.00 and $4,600.00 from Pak-Mor Company, Inc., for two packer bodies, be paid. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A report of the city-wide clean-up campaign was presented to the Commission for their information. Ninety-three loads of trash were hauled from the City during the four Saturday clean.:..up days on July 11, 18, 25 and August 1, with a total cost of $2,681.92, which included dump fees and employees wages. The City Commission brieftly discussed methods for disposal of newspapers other than through the weekly city trash pickup to conserve valuable land fill area. It was suggested that a possible affiliation with the PTA officials might alleviate the problem, especially during the summer months when the PTA does not sponsor this service. A map showing the foggin9routes for the past six-weeks period was presented to the City Commission for their information. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on July 27, 1970 were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on July 27, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:15 p. . ATTEST: ~ ~/L~ .. Assis ant City Secretary ~. to ~ ,...., '~ u u L......~. _ ')9:,....'" lid 0-;) REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION AUGUST 24, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, August 24, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the fol- lowing members present: Mayor Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also pre- sent. The Invocation waS pronounced by Commissioner Scott. Mr. John Cardone, 3006 Tangley, appeared before the Commission to state that he had a grievance inasmuch as he was dismissed from employment as a Radio Dispatcher with the Police Department without proper notice. Mr. Cardone was advised that inasmuch as he was serving as a probationary employee notice of termination of employmwnt during this period is not required. In accordance with action of the City Commission bids received for all labor, material, supervision and equipment necessary to remove and replace the exist- ing aluminum fascia on the garbage truck storage building and water meter repair building located at 3825 Milton Street, were opened and results announced as follows: Donaldson and Bass Pyrmid Roofing Company Sharman and Son Smith Roofing Company Southern Roofing $4,708.00 $4,778.00 $4,695.00 $6,495.00 $5,570.00 I Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that bids received for re-roofing the garbage truck storage building and water meter re- pair building be referred to the City Manager for study and tabulation and re- commendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Public Hearing called for 7:30 p.m. on this date was called to order by Mayor Ramsey. It was stated that in compliance with the City Charter requirements and previously published legal notice, the hearing would be held to consider adoption of a budget for the City of West University Place for the fiscal year January 1, 1971 to December 31, 1971. The City Manager reviewed the highlights of the budget pointing out that the assessment ratio of 40% of market value and a tax rate of $1.48 on the $100 assessed valuation would provide total ad valorem taxes for the budget year 1971 of $512,276.10, based on 95% collection, and no increase was necessary. It was noted that the total budget for the fiscal year January 1, 1971 to December 31, 1971 is $1,414,398 which includes major expenditures for the pur- chase of three patrol cars for use by the Police Department; an appropriation . of $14,000 toward the purchase of a new fire truck; two 25,000 gvw ~ab ~nd chassls with two 20 cubic yard rear loader packer bodies for use of the Sanltatlon Depart- ment; and an appropriation of $35,000 for the acquisition of par~site pro~arty. Also included are proposed additions to the personnel of the Pollee and Flre Depart- ment and additional fringe benefits for all municipal employees. - "l:~o~~::~=~==c~~~~"~"'-::r _ _--.J..:.C OJ __T :':',,::':::1':::::1 !'fl,t) Ordinance Number 942 was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE LEVYING AND ASSESSING AN AD VALOREM TAX ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CORPORATE'LIMITS OF THE CITY OF , - WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS FOR THE YEAR 1970; PROVIDING THE BASIS OF ASSESSMENT OF MARKET OR ACTUAL VALUE AND PROVill- IN'G FOR THE COLLECTION THEREOF AT THE ~TE OF $1.48 ON THE ONE-HUNDRED ($100) ASSESSED VALUATION Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commission Scott, that Ordinance Number 942 levying and assessing an ad valorem tax on all taxable property with- in the corporate limits of the City of West University Place, Texas for the year 1970; providing the basis of assessment of market or actual value and providing for the collection thereof at the rate of $1.48 on the one hundred ($100) assessed valuation, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 943 was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, FOR A TWELVE-MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1971 AND ENDll\TG DECEMBER 31, 1971;PROVIDll\TG FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF PUBLIC FUNDS OF THE CITY FOR USE AND EXPENDITURES Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Ordinance Number 943 approving a budget for the City of West University Place, Texas, for a twelve-month period beginning January 1, 1971 and ending December 31, 1971 providing for the appropriation of public funds of the city for use and expenditures, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with action of the City Commission bids received for delivery of seven hundred seventy~four (774). refle.ctorized street name signs and brackets, were opened and results announced as follows: Hall Sign and Post Company Traffic Sign Company Gopher Stamp and Die Company Lyle Sign Company Alternate No. L. Alternate No. 2 Alternate No. 3 $18,390.24 (9,195.12) $20,085.30 (10,042.65) $ 9,481. 50 $ 8,753.94 $ 9,028.71 $ 8,924.22 Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that bids received for delivery of seven hundred seventy-four reflectorized street name signs be referred to the City Manager for tabulation and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board held on August 17, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. The Commission was presented a comparison on water pumpage for the month of August, 1970, as compared to Sugust, 1969, which showed an increase of approxi- c:=____' -'~..-,- L-'~~ ,. , - '.--_.'-~.::r~-='~--' - ~.--- _r- '-:"',,-::';:'1':-::1 LO ~ ~ ,...... U U .hJ,.T f mately ten million gallons of water pumped The Commission was advised that work on the Brompton sewer line had been dug, laid and backfilled but some clean-up work needed to be completed prior to City Attorney Charles Cockrell's preparing an ordinance accepting the work. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on August 10, 1970 were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commis- sionerWallin, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on Monday, August 10, 1970, be approved as sub- mitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:39 p.m. ,;..-"-_...~..~- ATTEST: '4u ;C~aJ. Assistant City Secretary ./ r-~~c -, - "1 ~----rr --, -~ ~ - ~,---- ir----- - - i';~l'''in~I''!Hn ~H,8 REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 14, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, September 14, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor and Scott. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. Commissioner Wallin was absent. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Proctor. In accordance with action of the City Commission bids received for furnishing and installing 750' of chain link fence at the city's Sewage Treatment Plant, 2801 North Braeswood, were opened and results announced as follows: Houston Fence Company Southwestern Fence Company U. S. Steel Corporation $ 2,640.00 2,570.00 2,230.00 Motion by Commissioner -Procto~, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that inas- much as all bids meet the city's specifications, including the addendum of August 25, 1970, that an award be made to the Cyclone Fence Sales Division of U. S. Steel Corporation on their low bid of $2,230.00 Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was presented a tabulation of bids received on August 24, 1970, for furnishing 774 'double face Scotchlite reflectorized street name plates and 387 brackets with post caps and 900 cross pieces, together with a recommendation that the bids be awarded to Lyle Sign Company 4450 West 78th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota, on their Alternate Bid No. 3 in the amount of $8,924.22. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that inas- much as all bidders complied with specifications and inspection and demonstra- tion indicated that the bracker supplied by Lyle Sign Company had the most durable construction, that the bid for furnishing 774 double face Scotchlite reflectorized street name plates and 387 brackers and appurtenances, be awarded to Lyle Sign Company, Minneaspolis, Minnesota, on their Alternate Bid No. 3 in the amount of $8,924.22. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A tabulation of bids received for removing and replacing the existing built-up roof on the water meter repair shop and the garbage truck storage building was presented to the Commission with a recommendation that the bid be awarded to J. A. Sharman and Son on their low bid of $4,695.00. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the low bid of $4,695.00 submitted by J. A. Sharman and Son be accepted for removing the existing built-up roof and replacing with a twenty-year bonded roof on the water meter repair shop and the garbage truck storage building. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None Copies of the preliminary investigation phase of engineering studies by Bernard Johnson Engineers, Inc. of the City's sanitary sewer system at the Weslayan Street .. _.-=--=-::-_._~__._ 0- - l''''>:;-'-~''-''"'=='~''''-.-='-' ='.~'~-'~'_.~~-"=r.r.r ~ ...- ,-! ....... u v ~---~ ?'3"'{'~ '" ' - ' j t.f . C!J pumping station and the trunk sewer on Swarthmore Street between Academy and Weslayan, were presented to the Commission together with an invoice in the amount of $1,454.52 covering cost of these studies. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the in- voice in the amount of $1,454.52 from Bernard Johnson Engineers, Inc. for eng- ineering services for improvements to the City's sanitary sewer system at the Weslayan street pumping station and the trunk sewer on Swarthmore Street between Academy and Weslayan, be approved. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 944 was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE CALLING AN ELECTION WITHIN THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS FOR THE THIRD DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1970 FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING A MAYOR AND FOUR (4) COMMISSIONERS TO SERVE FOR A TERM OF TWO (2) YEARS EACH; DESIGNATING THE POLLING PLACES; APPOINTING ELECTION OFFICIALS THEREFOR: PROVIDING THAT ALL DULY QUALIFIED RESIDENT ELECTORS SHALL BE QUALIFIED TO VOTE;PRESCRIB- ING THE FORM OF BALLOT; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF ELECTION; CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO SAID ELECTION AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Ordinance Number 944 calling an election on November 3, 1970, for the purpose of electing a mayor and four commissioners be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was presented a recommendation dated September 9, 1970 from Chief of Police Harold Shipp, requesting a removal of "No parking" signs on the east side of Academy from Ruskin to Southwestern and on the south side of Riley in the 4000 block, which were installed prior' to the construction of a new parking lot to accommodate employees of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that inasmuch as the construction of a parking lot by Southwestern Bell Telephone Company had eliminated the need therefor, that" 0 Parking: signs on the east side of Academy from Ruskin to Southwestern and on the south side of Riley in the 4000 block, be removed in accordance with the request contained in a recommendation by Chief of Police Harold Shipp dated September 9, 1970. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In accordance with a request by the City Commission for a recommendation on a petition received from residents of the 3000-3100 blocks of Amherst Street be- tween Belmont and Buffalo Speedway for the construction of a cul-de-sac or "One-Way" street designation, "a letter dated September 11, 1970 from Chief of Police Harold Shipp was presented. The letter advised that closing the street with the construction of a cul-de-sac would, in the opinion of the Chief of Police, result ina great deal of "turn-around" traffic and that creating a one-way west bound street would result in excessive traffic off Kirby Drive in the evenings. I ~- _tr-- '" 'r '~'~'r',,:'r -'9.-~~--~_._--~_.."._-~..'-- -'-='-': !40 Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be accepted, and the petition signed by residents of 3000-3100 blocks of Amherst ,street between Belmont and Buffalo Speedway requesting that the street be closed to through traffic by the con- struction of a cul-de-sac or made a west bound one-way street, be disapproved. The Commission further requested the City Manager to seek assistance from the County Engineering Department on this problem and that the City Engineer make another attempt to secure an accurate traffice count. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A letter from the Sunset-Montclair Civic CLub protesting the proposed ex- tension of Edloe Street south from Richmond to Bissonnet, and presented to the City Council of the City of Houston on September 2, 1970, was discussed by the Commission. A Proclamation designating September 17-23 as Constitution Weel was presented to the Commission and read in full. Motion by Commissioner Scott~ seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Mayor Ramsey be authorized to sign the Proclamation designating the week of September 17-23 as Constitution Week. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Resolution Number 70-9 was presented to the Commission and read in full: WHE~S, the City Commission of the City of West University Place, Texas has been advised that many of the local churches are planning special events on Sunday, September 20, 1970, in remembrance of Americans held as prisoners of way by the North Vietnamnese; and WHE~S, the Chief of Chaplains, U.S.A.F., has requested all communities to commemorate in a special way Sunday, September 20, 1970, as an observance for the many members of our Armed Forces who are incarcerated in the harsh prisons of our enemies. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY, PLACE, TEXAS: Section 1. That Sunday, September 20, 1970, be, and it is hereby designated as IISunday of Concern and Hopell. Section 2. That all citizens of the City are urged to observe in some special fashion such Sund~y in recognition for the brave men who are confined as prisoners of war. PASSED AND APPROVED this 14th day of September, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: Commissioners Voting No: All None Isl Homer L. Ramsey Mayor Attest: Is/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary L.....~__ , 'T~ccccc'c' -.- -~:r _ .,.LLc_c~'-~c~'c'c'~~-r _1 :".: j;'I~'ij'I::'~:T- LQ \""""! ,-I P--I U U L-_ ~4\t Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that Resolution Number 70-9 designating Sunday, September 20, 1970 as "Sunday of Concern and Hope" be approved as read. Vot ing Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that all city employees desiring to receive them would be given flu, typhoid, polio and tetanus-diptheria shots by City Health Doctor on Tuesday, September 15, 1970. An ordinance adopted by the City of Houston establishing occupancy loads in all buildings having an assembly room was discussed by the Commission to determine the need therefor within the City of West University Place. It was pointed out that the 1970 edition of the Fire Prevention Code had not been adopted and that the City Attorney should prepare an ordinance adopting the 1970 edition of the Fire Prevention Code prior to consideration being given to assembly room accupancy loads. '. A letter received from LVO Cable Inc. requesting premission to submit a pro- posal for the construction and operation of a cable television system was dis- cussed. It was the opinion of the Commission that ail such requests should be directed to the City Manager for hi study and recommendation. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on August 24, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the minutes or the regular meeting of the City Commission on August 24,1970, be approved as sub- mitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None .With no further business to come before the Commission duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned ATTEST: time, upon motion p.m. Assistant City Secretary ---rc,-,cccc' -- -"T--'----'-':Ir-c- -, ,--, ,-c'" --'''1 _ _;r-----u --- -- i~":r'i::TIT::~ir- ~4~ REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 28, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, September 28, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor, Scott and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also pre- snet. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Wallin. Ordinance Number 945, captioned as follows, was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS BY AMENDING SECTION 11-1 TO PROVIDE'FOR THE'ADOPTION OF THE 1970 EDITION OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE RECOMMENDED BY TH}!: AMERICAN INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, FORMERLY THE NATIONAL BOARD OF FIRE UNDER- WRITERS: PROVIDING FOR CERTIFIED COPIES OF SUCH CODE TO BE FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY SECRETARY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ,'t Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that Ordinance Number 945 amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University Place to provide for the adoption of the 1970 edition of the Fire Prevention Code be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 946 captioned as follows, was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS BY ADDING THERETO SECTION 11-2a AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND/OR FIRE MARSHALL, TO ESTABLISH OCCUPANCY LOADS IN CERTAIN PUBLIC BUILDINGS : PROVIDING FOR POSTING OF OCCUPANCY LOAD SIGNS; EMPOWERING THE FIRE CHIEF AND/OR FIRE MARSHALL TO HAVE SAID PREMISES VACATED AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Scott, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Ordinance Number 946 amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of West University Place to authorize the Chief of the Fire Department and/or ,F~re Marshall to establish occupancy loads in certain public buildings be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None An ordinance prepared by the City Attorney authorizing the abandonment of an easement six feet in width in exchange for an alternate easement then feet in width and authprizing payment of one-half the cost of relcaing and construction of 630' of 36" sanitary sewer line was presented to the Commission for their information and study. After general discussion it was the decision of the Commission to withhold any action on this ordinance pending receipt of an executed easement from Brompton Associates. lO ~ ~ .-. U U 24~j Mayor Ramsey presentd Resolution Number 70-10 to the Commission stated that it had been prepared to commemorate the contributions made to the City of West University Place by Mr. Claude V. Reynolds with special recognition to his achievements in improvement of the Fire Department. Resolution Number 70-10 was then read in full. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Re- solution Number 70-10 commemorating Mr. Claude V. Reynolds who died on September 20, 1970 be approved as read. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No: None Mayor Ramsey read a letter dated September 22, 1970, from Commissioner Wilbur Scott submitting his resignation as a member of the Commission inasmuch as he has' moved from the City. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the resignation of Mr. Wilbu~ Scott, as a member of the City Commission of the City of West University Place, be accepted with regret. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None Letters received from Boy Scout Troop 125 and Cub Pack 266 of the Boy Scouts of American requesting permission for door-to-door sales to raise funds for troops expenses were presented to the Commission. It was noted that the ordinance which governs the practice of going in and upon private premises in the City by solicitors, peddlers or transient vendors of merchandise does not apply to boy scout organizations, and therefore, no action is required on the requests. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on September 14, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Scott, that the mi~utes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on September 14, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business ,to come before the, Commission at this time, upon motion duly made, seconded, and carried, the meeting adjourne~:06 p.m. ~ / M yor ATTEST: Assistant City Secretary ___ ------r-~c- ....-c~"::r-- ___---'...:.L~ft~-=--c-'-- _ __ rm :::1"1':;'1":::1 - ~ -:1 ~'44 REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION OCTOBER 12, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, October 12, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Neighbors. An invoice from Bernanrd Johnson Engineers, Inc., in the amount of $376.75 for soil exploration and testing in connection with their engineering study of the city's proposed improvements to the sanitary sewer pump station on Weslayan Street and the main trunk line on Swarthmore, was presented ,for consideratiom. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the in- voice for $376.75 from Bernard John son Engineers, Inc. for exploration and testing in connection with their engineering study of the city's sanitary sewer system be approved. V ot ing Aye: All Voting No:: None The Commission was advised that 750' of chain link fence authorized on September 14, 1970, for installation around the city's sanitary sewer disposal plant property on North Braes Bayou, had been completed in accordance with city speci- fications, and an invoice in the amount of $2,230.00 from U. S. Steel Corporation, Cyclose Fence Divisio~, for such installation was presented for consideration. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that inasmuch as the 750' of chain link fence had been installed around the city's sanitary sewer disposal plant property in accordance with city specifications and met all of the city's requirements, that the invoice from U. S. Steel Corporation, Cyclone Fence Division, for $2,230.00 be approved. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board on September 21, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. In accordance with an agreement with Brompton Associates an executed easement ten feet in width for the location of the city's sanitary sewer line was pre- sented to the Commission, together with a letter from Sanitary Engineer H. R. Duke advising that he had made a final inspection of the 36" sewer line installed by Texala Construction Company, from Brompton Street to the east property line of the Brompton Estates apartment complex, and such construction had been completed in compliance with the requirements and specifications. Ordinance Number 947, captioned as follows, was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORD:rnANCE OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS AUTHORIZING THE ABANDONMENT OF AN EASEMENT SIX (6') FEET IN WIDTH ACQ.UIRED FROM WEST SECURITIES COMPANY AND RECORDED IN VOLUME 3251, PAGE 312, OF HARRIS COUNTY DEED RECORDS AND ACCEPTING AN ALTERNATE EASEMENT TEN (10) FEET IN WIDTH IN THE SAME SUBDIVISION AT A LOCATION AS HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED; PROVIDING FOR AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN SAID CITY AND BROMPTON ASSOCIATES FORJRELOCATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF 630' OF SANI- TARY SEWER LINE AND MANHOLES; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT OF ONE- HALF COST OF SUCH RELOCATION; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO 1:- .[ ____I ,- ---------------~------T- _.r---------- ,'T:::;-I"':-I ~4'5 EXECUTE Q.UITCLAIM OF AN EASEMENT SIX (6') FEET IN WIDTH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Ordinance Number 947 authorizing the abandonment of an easement six (6') feet in width in exchange for an easement ten (10') feet in width for relocation of 630' of 36" sanitary sewer line; authorizing the payment of $7,341.00 as one-half cost of such relocation and authoriz~ng the Mayor to execute a Q.uit claim of an easement six (6') feet in width, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None lO ~ ,....-l .-. U U The Commission was presented a Lease Agreement between the City of West Univer- sity Place and John L. Thoede & Son Company, Inc., Houston, Texas for lease of the City owned property located at 4213 Bellaire Boulevard. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Mayor Homer L. Ramsey be authorized to execute a Lease Agreement with John L. Thoede & Son, Houston, Texas, covering lease of a tract of land 60' x 250' on which is a 30' x 100' metal building, tor a consideration of $500.00 per month to amortize the construction of a new metallic building 40' x 50' and appurtenances, for a total cost of $18,500.00, located at the address of 4213 Bellaire Boulevard, for a primary term of four (4) years, with an option to renew or extend the lease for a second three (3) year term. Ordinance Number 948, captioned as follows, was presented to the Commission and read in full: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS, BY AMENDING SECTIONS 24-60, 24-61, 24-63, 24-66, and 24-67; CHANGING THE DATE ON WHICH A PENALTY SHALL BE CHARGED; INCREASING FROM $1.00 TO $2.00 THE CHARGE FOR RESUMPTION OF SERVICE; INCREASING THE DEPOSIT FOR WATER AND SEWER SERVICE; INCREASING WATER RATES; INCREASING SEWER SERVICE CHARGE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF JANUARY 1, 1971. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that Ordinance Number 948 amending the Code of Ordinances to provide for an in- crease in water rates and sewer charges be approved as ,read. Voting Aye: All Voting"No: None In response to an inquiry by Commissioner Proctor regarding the repair and rehabilitation of Weslayan Street, the City Manager advised that he and Mayor Ramsey hoped to soon have an appointment with County Commissioner Kyle Chapman to determine whether or not Weslayan Street has been included in the County Road Log and what plans the County has for rehabilitation of the street. Mr. Proctor was further advised that the City Engineer would be requested to make a traffic study of Stella Link and Weslayan to determine the feasi- bility of installation of a traffic light or other traffic control device. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on September 28, 1970, be approved as submitted. -r:-":-::~:::':-=--':__';} .__---'-r~--. r__ :1 __I :':1':'::1"'::'1 f'4.'g oJ . Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the meeting, upon motin duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:19 p.m. ATTEST: ~ J f:i~~ Assistant City Secretary , .0 /~J? ~ Ifa1UJ1~- ,;/.' ayor i' .// . .' .' . . / 2,4\7 REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION OCTOBER 26, 1970 The City Commission of the City of West University Place convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, October 26, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor pro-tem Neighbors, presiding; Commissioners Proctor and Wallin. The City Attorney was also present. Mayor Ramsey and the City Manager were out of the city. , The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Proctor. lO ~ ,..-l ~ U U Mr. Robert KendriCk, 3127 Amherst, appeared before the Commission to request that further consideration be given to a petition signed by residents of the 3000-3100 blocks of Amherst requesting that the street be closed to trough traffic. Mr. Kendrick stated that he had received a letter from the City Manager advising him that the Commission had disapproved the request for the construction of a cul-de-sac or "One-Way" street designation based on the recommendation of the Chief of Police. Mr. Kendrick was advised that an appointment had been requested with the County Engineer to discuss the con- struction of a turning median on Buffalo Speedway as a possible solution to the traffic problem and further consideration would be given to the request subsequent to this meeting. The minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board on September 21, 1970, were presented to the Commission for theirinformation. City Engineer Tom Jones advised the Commission that on September 14,1970, a bid for re-roofing the garbage truck storage building and water meter re- pair building, was' awarded to J. A. Sharman & Company on their low bid of $4,695.00, but it was later determined that this bid did not include the' cost of a twenty....year bond or guarantee. Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the action of the City Commission on September 14, 1970, to award the bid for re-roofing the garbage truck storage building and water meter repair shop to J. A. Sharman & Company be rescinded and that the bids received be referred tothe City Manager and City Engineer for further study and that the City Manager be authorized to accept the bid most advantageous to the city. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Resolution Number 70-11 authorizing the investment of $100,000 in Certificate of Time Deposit was presented to the Commission and read in full. WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has cash available in the Water-Sewer Fund and the Tax Collector's Fund as a result of Certificate of Time Deposit maturing, which will not be required for current operating expenses; and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep all of the city's money invested to earn additional income and it is necessary and prudent to authorize reinvestment of these certain sums of money. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: ~ ---~.._---~-.-_.- - --::-O_~~-:-:-___._-,,--r_"':--'-'--_:~'C:-'~::::'_::.'~"'_"-":C~=_~ ,- . ------:-:~c:r''''~~~~~'~r ~4~ That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to invest funds in the amount of: $ lOO,OOO.OO In 89-day Certificate of Time Deposit with University state Bank at an anticipated interst of 7%. PASSED AND APPROVED this 26th day of October, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: ALL Commissioners Voting No: NO !s! John N. Neighbor~ Mayor Pro-Tem ATTEST: !s! Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that Resolu- tion Number 70-11 authorizing the investment of $100,000.00 in 89-day Certifi- cate of Time Deposit with Univers~ty State Bank at an anticipated interest of 7% be approved as read. ~ Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Mr. Neighbors advised the Commission that in accordance with their request a study had been made of the traffice condition at the intersection of Weslayan and Stella Link and a report had been received from Signal Engineering Company setting forth their recommendation ror traffic control. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the re- port submitted by Signal Engineering Company for proposed traffic control at the intersection of Weslayan and Stella Link be referred to the City Manager and City Engineer for study and recommendation. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None City Attorney Charles Cockrell presented Ordinance Numper 949, captioned as follows: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 23-104(a) OF THE CODE OF OEDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS TO DECLARE ALL STREETS IN THE CITY TO BE LOCATED IN AN URBAN DISTRICT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Ordinance Number 949 amending the Code of Ordinances of the City to declare all streets in the city to be located in an urban district, be approved as read. VOting Aye: All Voting No: None Commissioner Wallin advised the Commission that during the recent heavy rain- fall he had observed the sriousness of a dranage problem in tne College Court Addition and it was his belief that if permission is received from the SAk~ Railroad to clean out their drainage ditch other action will still be required to provide relief from storm water for residents in the area. ~--- .. TT c ~--"-~~~:r - ----I' - ~ 1 _I 1':1'::"'[::11 tC ,..-! 1"""'1 ,....,. U U 249 Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that the City Manager be instructed to request from SAAP Railroad permission to go under their railroad, right-of-way for installation of a 40" line to drain into the Harris County Flood Control syste~ Voting Aye: All Voting No; None Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on October 12, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on October 12, 1970 be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission at this time, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. ~ .'" " . Mayor : J7 ATTEST: ~ JfLe/eJfV~/' Assistant City Secretary r~- i'TT:IT'::!I '--- ~:r . __.-'-L. - T'________~___'___": 1 .. -,[ ---.-., ~5~) RECESSED MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 5, 1970 The City Commission convened in recessed session at the City Hall on Thursday, November 5, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor and Wallin. The City M3.nager was also present. -; The Commission was presented the 1970 Tax Roll for the City of West Uni- versity Place which had been certified by Wm. Ditte~, Jr., Tax Assessor- Collector, and approved by the Tax Board of Equalization, amounting to total assessed valuation of $36,621,960.00, with a total tax levy of $542,005.31, representing an increase in values over the 1969 Tax Roll of $1,487,038 and a tax levy increase of $22,008.33. Motion by Commissioner Proctor, seconded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the 1970 Tax Roll amounting to total assessed valuation of $36,621,960.and $542,005.31 taxes receivable, certified by Wm. Dittert, Jr., Tax Assessor- Collector, and approved by the Tax Board of Equalization, be approved as submitted. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None Returns of the General City Election held on November 3, 1970 for the purpose of electing a M3.yor and four Commissioners, were canvassed and Resolution Number 70-12, as follows, was presented to the Commission a~d read in full: WHEREAS, in accordance with the Ch&rter of the City of West Univer- sity Place, Texas, the Texas Election Code and Ordinance Number 944 of the City of West University Place, a general City Election was held on November 3, 1970, in the City of West University Place for the purpose of electing a M3.yor and four Commissioners; 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, ~igned and delivered in a sealed envelope,the returns of said election, to- gether with the poll lists and tally lists, to the M3.yor and City Commissioners of the City of West University Place, Texas; and WHEREAS, the M3.yorand City Commissioners of the City of West Univer- sity Place, Texas, in recessed session, assembled on November 5, 1970, have opened and examined the election returns and have canvassed the results thereof in accordance with provisions of the City Charter and the Texas Election Code, and as a result of such examination and can- vass, said Mayor and City Commissioners find that at such election, the following votes were cast: .. L____ __ r-- ':1 ,cr' ", - -'I 3-' il ':';:'1:'-::: WHEREAS, as a result of such election, i~ appears that John N. Neighbors, with a total of 3585 votes cast for him, was elected MAYOR of the City of West University Place, Texas; and that Charles H. Underwood, Jr., with a total number of 3476 votes cast for him, and Paul W. Wallin, Jr., with' a total number of 3455 votes cast for him, and Don E. Harris, with a total number of 3450 votes cast for him and Fred E. Hughes, with a total nur!iber 3447 votes cast for him, have been elected Commissioners of the City of West University Place, Texas. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: 1. That the official results of such election shall be, and they are hereby declared, pursuant ,:t;b canvass of the returns of such election by the Mayor and City Commission to be that: John N. Neighbors was elected Mayor Charles H. Underwood, Jr. was elected Commissioner PaulW. Wallin, Jr. was elected Commissioner Don E. Harris was elected Commissioner Fred E. Hughes was elected Commissioner of the City of West University Place, Texas, at the said election. 2. That an executed copy of this Resolution shall be delivered to each, John N. Neighbors, Charles H. Underwood, Jr., Paul W. Wallin, Jr., Don E. Harris and Fred E. Hughes, as his Certificate of Election, and duplicate copies hereof shall be delivered to the City Secretary of the City of West University Place, Texas. PASSED AND APPROVED this the 5th day of November, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: Commissioners Voting No: All None ..... /s/ Homer L. Ramsey Mayor L...._m. ------y~=mm~~__".-~-''''---- _ ___Lt.-- =~---:=--=.-",;:::-_:-="-"'''=.==-~~ _:1"---------- ----- - :r~-l"'; '~~ET'::~:! ~f)~ ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Neighbors, seconded by Commissioner Proctor, that Resolution Number 70-12, canvassing the returns of the General City Election held on November 3, 1970, and declaring the results thereof, be passed and approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting,No: None The minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on October 26, 1970, were presented to the Commission for consideration, and the fol~owing action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commission~r Proctor, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on October 26, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission at the time, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m.. ;/ J= r:/ ,_ t'~b7 \)< f ~;jzff4/#t1 - ~yor / ATTEST: ~,~~~ Assistant City Secretary ~'-'--'--~''''---~-_OC~----'~---''';l--------~-:'r---''''-- 'n"__~__~l :"[':1:1""'! ,(.J tJ d REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 9, 1970 The City Commission convened in regular session at. the City Hall November 9, 1970, 7:30p.m., with the following members present: Ramsey, presiding; Commissioners Neighbors, Proctor and Wallin. Manager was also present. The City Attorney was absent. on Monday, Mayor The City The Invocation was pronounced by Dr. M. Douglas Harper, Minister, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. L~ ,.-.l ,..-l ~ U U Mayor Ramsey welcomed those present and stated there would be a short business session. The minutes of the recessed meeting of the City Commission on November 5, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, se.conded by Commissioner Neighbors, that the minute,s of the recessed meeting of the City Commission on November 5, 1970, be approved as submitted. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None Mayor Ramsey introduced, former City Officials present at the meeti~g, former Mayors C. P. Lanmon, DuPree Holman, and O. P. Gill and former Commissioners Bill Lutz, Loys Vest and Wilbur Scott. Mayor Ramsey then introduced Commissioner and Mayor-Elect John Neighbors. Mr. Neighbors thanked the citizens of the city for the opportunity to serve on the Commission for the past two years and for the experience of be~ng involved in this kind of activity. Mr. Neighbors also thanked the people for coming to the meeting and urged them to continue to attend future meetings of the City Commission. Mayor Ramsey, introduced Commissioner Noel Proctor. Commissioner Proctor stated that he appreciated the opportunity to serve the city and the opportunity to become educated in the operations and affairs of the city. He urged all citizens to support the new Commission. Mayor Ramsey introduced Commissioner Paul Wallin, who stated that serving on the Commission had been an rewarding experience. He invited the audience to attend regular Commission meetings and to serve on various board and committees when requested. Mayor Ramsey introduced Commissioner-Elect Don Harris who thanked the out-going Commission on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Board, for their efforts in improving the city's parks program. Commissioner Harris thanked everyone for their confidence in electing him as a member of the City Commission and stated that it was his intention to do whatever is necessary to see that the City of West University Place continues to be one of the finest places in the country to live. :. ---- '~T"-"C~~~'-'''''''''':1''-----c-r-''''--'~--''''''''~~- ,r P:['i'n-r''';lI' :;.lU'-t" Mayor Ramsey introduced Commissioner-Elect FredE. Hughes who thanked eMeryone for the opportunity to serve the City and stated that he was aware of the challenge left by the outgoing Commission. Commissioner Hughes thanked the voters for their confidence in him and expressed his pleasure in being able to serve on the Commission. Mayor Ramsey introduced Commissioner-Elect Charles Underwood. Commissioner Underwood stated that. he would like to thank the votes of the City of West University Place for the opportunity to serve the city for the next two years. He stated that he first moved to West University when he was seven years old and believed it to be one of the greatest places there is to live. He further stated that he was thankful for the opportunity to serve and to contribute to- ward keeping West University the kind of city its citizens want it to be. Mayor Ramsey then asked former Commissioner Wilbur Scott, who resigged from the Commission on September 22, 1970, if he would like to speak. Mr. Scott stated that he resigned from the Commission when he moved to North Harris County and it was his belief that "you never missed the wa-ter until the well well dry" and since moving he has no police protection, his insurance rates, water bill and garbage fees had all considerably increased, and that residents of West University were most fortunate to have a wonderful city in which to live. At this time Judge Phil Peden, First Court of Civil Appeals, State of Texas, administered the Oath of Office to Mayor-Elect John N. Neighbors, and then to Commissioners-Elect Don E. Harris, Fred E. Hughes, Charles H. Underwood, Jr. and Paul W. Wallin, Jr. ,Mayor Ramsey's highlight speech recounted experiences during his past four y~ars as a member of the Commission, including his apprehension when asked to run for office after having been a resident of the city for only six years. Mr. Ramsey stated that it had been his pleasure to,serve with one of the better Commissions West University has ever had, and that it had been a great honor for him to serve. Mr. Ramsey concluded his remarks with, "When thinking of the City of West University, I believe it is best described by the title to the song, Dear Hearts and Gentle People that live in my home town - thank you for a great hometown." Mr. Homer L. Ramsey and Mr. Noel B. Proctor retired from the Conference Table at this time. Mayor Neighbors stated that the first order of business would be to elect a Mayor pro tem. Motion by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that Commissioner Paul W. Wallin, Jr. be elected Mayor pro tem for the ensuing term of office. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None ,~CC"----"~"C''''''''''7~-'-------r--'--c,-",~,,---'' "1 , i'Ti'~T'~iI -I'.~~~ .1 tJ ~,J WHEREAS, a city election was held on the third day of November, 1970,' in the City of West University Place, 'Texas, for the purpose of elect- ing a Mayor and four members of the City Commission; and WHEREAS, the votes cast at the election held on November 3, 1970, were canvassed by members of the City Commission on the date of November 5, 1970 and it was determined that Commission John N. Neighbors had been duly elected Mayor, and that Commissioner PaulW. Wallin, Jr. had been duly re-elected Commissioner, and that Don E. Harris, Fred E. Hughes and Charles H. Underwood, Jr., had been duly elected as Commissioners of the City of West University Place, Texas; and lO ~ ~ ~ U U WHEREAS, in regular session of the City Commission held on November 9, 1970, each of the above named persons were administered the Oath of Offi~e and duly installed in their respective elected positions; and WHEREAS, upon proper motion and second, Commissioner Paul W. Wallin, Jr. was elected Mayor Pro-Tem of the City of West University Place, Texas: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: 1. That Mayor John N. Neighbors and Mayor Pro-Tem Paul W. Wallin, Jr. be and they are hereby, designated and authorized to sign or counter- sign checks drawn on all banks serving as depository for funds of the City of West University Place, Texas, and any banks which may be hereinafter designated as depository of city funds during the term of their office. 2. Be it further resolved that all provlslons of such prior Resolutions ,as may conflict herewith are hereby expressly repealed; and be it further resolved that the City Treasurer be, and he is hereby directed, to furnish each depository bank with which the city has funds on de- posit, or with which the city transacts any banking business, a true and correct copy of this Resolution. PASSED AND APPROVED this 9th day of November, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: AJJ. Commissioners Voting No None Is/ John N. Neighbors Mayor ATTEST: Is/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary )" , ~ 'T r" O~~1 if ;"I"':',,!,"':I ~' ;){,1 r-- Motion by Commission Harris, seconded by Commissioner Hughes, that Resolution Number 70-13, designating and authorizing Mayor Neighbors and Mayor pro tem Wallin, to sign and countersign checks drawn on banks serving as deposi- tories for city funds, be approved as read. Voting Aye; All Voting No: None With no further busines~ to come before the Commission a.t this time, upon motion duly made, seconded and car~ied, the meeting was adjourned to the Community Building for a public reception honor~ng the members of the City Commission. ATTEST: tJLV ~ Assistant City Secretary r~'----'" ,--.'.' , '; l ' ("'''' c='-__.,.- --J- !ilk tL, :'Tn:l"un lO ~ ,....-I ~ U U /diJ . REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 23, 1970 The City Commission convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, November 23, 1970, 7:30 p.m., with the following members present: Mayor Neighbors, presiding; Commissioners Harris, Hughes, Underwood and Wallin. The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Mayor Neighbors. Mr. Robert May, 4255 Lehigh, presented a petition signed by property owners in the College Court Addition requesting that drainage ditches in the area be cleaned out as a possible relief from flooding conditions during heavy ruins. Mr. May presented to the Commission his ideas as a possible solution of the drainage problem which occurs during heavy rains, primarily based on the clean- ing out of existing ditches. City Engineer Tom Jones and Street Superintendent A. L. Bearden expressed their opinions on observations during heavy rains and elevations taken on Lehigh Street at Community Drive and stated that cleaning out drainage ditches would provide little or no relief. Mr. Jones and Mr. Bearden stated that temporary relief could be obtained by grading and lowering the ditch under the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way, but permission for this work has not been granted despite efforts for many years. It was further stated that the only permanent solution to the drainage problem in this area was the implementation of Phase I of the city's proposed storm sewer construc- tion consisting of the installation of a 48" storm sewer from Fairmount and Judson in a southwesterly direction along South Judson to Community Drive at an approximate cost of $50,000.00. The Commission advised the City Manager that another attempt should be made to obtain permission from Mr. L. A. Patterson, Superintendent of the Houston Division of the Southern Pacific Railroad to grade and lower existing ditches under railroad right-of-way, and upon failure other officials of the company should be contacted. The Commission was advised that a request had been received from the City of Southside Place for assistance in installing a number of 6,000 lumen street lights within their corporate boundaries along Bellaire Boulevard. Four lights, two located at West Point and Fairhaven replacing existing 3300 lumen lights on wood'poles with overhead service, and one midway between Academy and Weslayan with another at Stella Link and Bellaire Boulevard, will be installed at an annual cost of approximately $474.00. Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Underwood, that the city participate with the City of Southside Place in the installation of ad~ ditional street lights. V oting Aye: All Voting No: None A report from Tax Collector Wm. Dittert, Jr., showing current tax collections to be $194,673.40 representing 35.91% of the total 1970 levy, was presented to the Commission together with Resolution Number 70-14 which was read in full. WHEREAS, the City of West University Place hs funds available as follows: Tax Collector's Fund Insurance Reserve Fund 120,000.00 10,000.00 $130,000.00 '~-rT . "'r;U""1 ';-r---rm .-.~ 25H and, WHEREAS, it has been determined that these funds will not be re- quired for current operations of the city government for a period of one (1) year; and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep the City's money invested, it is necessary and prudent to authorize investment of these certain sums of money. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to invest funds in the amount of $130,000.00 in Savings Certificate at the rate of 7~, compounded, maturing in one (1) year, in the American Savings and Loan Association, Houston, T~xas. PASSED AND APPROVED this 23rd day of November, 1970. Commissioners Voting Aye: All Commissioners Voting No: No /s/ John Neighbors Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Lee Lockard Assistant City Secretary Motion by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that Resolu- tion Number 70-14 authorizing hhe investment of $130,000 be invested in the American Savings and Loan Association in a one year Savings Certificate at the rate of 7~ be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In order to comply with requirements as set forth by the Harris County Health Department in issuing a permit for the operation of the city's sanitary landfill an additional water supply is needed to supply water for tracotr maintenance and the caretaker's residence. The Commission was advised that such water supply could be secured from a developed in the area for approximately $5.00 per month for service and will require an expenditure of approximately $1,316.35 for installation of the necessary piping, meter, etc. Motion by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Hughes, that neces- sary authorization be granted for the installation of an additional water supply at the city's sanitary landfill site at an approximate cost of $1,316.35 Voting Aye: All Voting No: None In regular session on May 25, 1970, the City Commission approved a recommendation of the Chief of Police for the '.erection of a Ifstop" sign on West Point at Marquette to stop north and south traffic, on a trial basis. A second recom- tJ? ~ ,-! ,....... u u ~~--_..- 25:9 mendation, dated November 5, 1970, recommending that the sign be left on a permanent basis was presented for consideration. Motion by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that the "stop" sign authorized by the City Commission on May 25, 1970 be permanently located en West Point at Marquette to stop north and south traffic. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regular meeting of the Electrical Board on November 16, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Walllin, that the minutes of the Electrical Board on November 16, 1970, be accepted as presented. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on November 12, 1970, were presented to the Commission for their information. It was noted that a request had been presented to the Zoning and Planning Commission for consideration of rezoning Lots 5 and t, Block 2, Bissonnet Place Addition, and that it was the opinion of the Zoning and Planning Commission that this request would constitute "spot zoning" and might result ina gradual encroachment into a residential area. Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that the min~tes of the regular meeting of the Zoning and Planning Commission on November 12, 1970~ be accepted and that the City Attorney be instructed to determine whether or not rezoning of the property in question would be construed to be "spot Zoning". Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A letter signed by Mrs. John F. Waldron, corresponding secretary for the West University Elementary School P.T.A., expressing gratitude for the cooperation and assistance with the Fall Festival sponsored by the P.T.A. was read to the Commission. Lt. Wayne Blalock and Patrolman W. S. Fenwick were especially commended for their help. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on November 9, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on November 9, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Commission at this time, upon motipn duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. ATTEST: '~~ ~-htuG.~ Assistant City Secretary :r.."'-'C'-,CC-===-.=':::;::'-c-,--- - -'91' !~'T'''~':~r:::~T - __!....r.>.--.-,'--_._=-'..".'"OO-_,--=-c,,--,.,:,.,-~ -- ------------ _.,f QUlI., REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 14, 1970 The City Commission convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, December 14, 1970, with the following members present: Mayor John Neighbors, presiding: Commissioners Harris, Hughes, Underwood and Wallin, The City Attorney and City Manager were also present. The Invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Harris. In special recognition of his outstanding service during his term as Mayor of the City of West University Place, former Mayor Homer L. Ramsey was presented a red coat, officially designating him as a-mE;:mber of the "Red Coats", by members of the previous City Commission. Mr. Ramsey expressed his appreciation for the coat and his pleasure to have served the city with such an excellent City Commission. In accordance with action of the City Commission bids received for the necessary labor, tools and equipment necessary to remove and dismantle for 'inspection and to furnish replacement parts to rebuild and replace the rotary distributor at the city's Sewage Disposal Plant, were openeduand results announced as follows: Company Parts Labor Total Bid Price George Consolidated, Inc. 8,928.00 6,268.00 15,196.00 John Ellington, Inc. 9,477.00 5,590.00 15,067.00 Rice Engineering 7,290.00 1,609.00 8,899.00 Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner UnderwOOd, that Rice Engineering and Construction Company be awarded the bid for the necessary labor, tools and equipment necessary to remove and dismantle for inspection and to furnish replacements parts to rebuild and replace the rotary distributor at the city's Sewage Disposal Plant, on their low bid of $8,899.00, including a per- formance bond in the amount of 100% of the bid price. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that bids should be received as soon as possible after January 1, 1970, for the following automotive equipment authorized in the 1970 Budget: Budgeted Cost Department Item ,,' Police Fire Street Was~ Collection Offstreet Pickup 3 Patrol Cars A/C Station Wagon Replacement 2 - 25,000 gvw cab & chassis 1 - 1/2 ton pickup truck 1 - 1/2 ton pickup truck 1 - 25,000 gvw cab & chassis 6,000.00 2,500.00 7,000.00 1,600.00 1,600.00 5,000.00 $23,700.00 Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that the City Manager be authorized to advertise for bids for automotive equipment authorized F='~~'C'''' ,1 r. ('''','''--'-.c.,_,..o''~''-",c-''-O_'.'''"",'''_'''-''==i :1'-- i"I''''i'IiT''7i1 ('JU J, in the 1970 Budget with bids to be received on January 11, 1971. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance Number 950 was presented to the Commission and read in full AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING W. J. EBANKS, JR., RICHARD HILTON, FLOYD MURPHY, MRS. JERRY 'PARKS AND TOM SMITH AS :MEMBERS AND MONROE JAHNS AND LENARD REEVES AS ALTERNATE :MEMBERS OF THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF WE Sill UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS. I~ Motion by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that Ordinance ~ Number 950 appointing the following members and alternate members of the Zoing ~ Board of Adjustment be approved as read: ~ U W. J. Ebanks, Jr., 3731 Georgetown U Richard Hilton, 5844 Auden Floyd Murphy, 3515 Albans Mrs. Jerry Parks, 3019 Robinhood Tom Smith, 3762 Nottingham Monroe Jahns, 6319 Vanderbilt, Alternate Lenard Reeves, 6705 Belmont, Alternate Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A schedule of charges made for mowing vacant lots within the city limits listing present charges and proposed increases was presented to the Commission. Members of the Commission expressed the opinion that the proposed rate was too low considering the fact that most of the owners of vacant lots are in a posi- tion to either do the work themselves or employ independent contractors, and that the city performs this service only in the interest of health, sanitation, and appearance. Motion by Commission Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the sahecuel of charges made for mowing of vacant lots be changed to a charge of $0.25 per 100 square feet with a minimum charge of $25.00 on an annual basis. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Ordinance no. 951, amending the 1970 Budget, was presented to the Commission and read in fill: AN ORDINANCE AMEDNING ORDINANCE NUMBER 927 WHICH APPROVED THE BUDGET OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY1, 1970, AND ADOPTED ON THE 25th DAY OF AUGUST, 1969. Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that the 1970 Budget of the City of West University Place be amended in accordance with the schedules set forth in Ordinance number 951. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised that an agent should be designated for servicing 1 <0 "'-,"~-~ ,,' ~', , [H .,-----' , ;' CI_ ~';;-rOH:1 ' Jr. 'il,>> n ~ul, the employees' insurance benefit program, including life and hospitalization in- surance. Motion by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Wallin, that inasmuch as Comiskey insurance Agency handles all other insurance for the city, that they be designated as a servicing agent for employees' ~nsurance benefits. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was presented a letter from Comiskey "Insurance Agency requesting a list of insurance agents eligible to rrceive a pro-rata share of commissions on insurance premiums paid by the City during the year 1970, and advising that there was a total of $1,480.34 to be distributed. After general conversation regarding the procedure followed in determining the eligibility of resident insurance agents, the following action was taken. Motion' by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that notice be pub- lished in the local newspaper inviting interested and qualified insurance agents to file a written application to participate in the commission distribution and that the City Manager write a letter to last year's participants outlining the change in policy and requesting a reply before a date determined at the dis- cretion of the City Manager, or forfeit their right to participate. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None The Commission was advised of current interest rates at various banks, savings and loans and Federal government bills, noting that tax funds will be available for investment early in the year. In reply to a question by Commission Underwood the City Manager stated that he had contacted Southern Pacific Railroad officials again to request permission to grade and lower the existing ditches under their right-of-way and had been advised to contact Mr. Russell Fram~, Chief Engineer. Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on November 23, 1970, were presented to the Commission and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Wallin, seconded by Commissioner Harris, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on November 23, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None With no further business to come before the Co~ission,upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting adjourned a 9:30 p.m. ATTEST: I~ l7ftaelJ~ Assistant City Secretary to ,.....j ,..-.I ~ u u ~-- 2GB REGULAR MEETING OF CITY COMMISSION DECEMBER 28, 1970 The City Commission convened in regular session at the City Hall on Monday, December 28, 1970, with the following members present: Commissioners Harris, Hughes and Underwood. The City Manager and City Attorney were also present. Mayor Neighbors and Mayor pro-tem Wallin were out of the city for Christmas holidays. The invocation was pronounced by Commissioner Hughes. The absence of both the Mayor and Mayor pro-tem created the necessity of the remaining members of the City Commission to select an acting Mayor for this regular meeting of December 28th. In accordance with the provisions of Section 5, Article 4, of the City Charter, the following action was taken: Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Underwood, that Com- missioner Don Harris serve as acting Mayor for this particular meeting. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None A brief discussion was held concerning the desirability of increasing the charges for season tickets and daily admissions to the swimming pool ~or the 1971 season, and the desirability of installing new mercury vapor flood lights, but no action was taken. The City Manager was instructed to obtain detailed information from Reynolds Aluminum Company concerning services provided by their mobile pickup truck for aluminum items. Minutes of the Electrical Board meeting on December 21, 1970, were reviewed and Commissioner Underwood requested that an explanation be obtained relative to oral examinations given ~ster e~ectricians and the business transcted in a relatively short period of time. The City Manager expressed the need for changing the trash day in the College Court Addition from Wednesday to Friday which would facilitate the pick up of trash as difficulty has been experienced in collecting the trash over the en- tire city on Wednesday only. This involves approximately 150 homes. After discussing the request and recommendation of the City Manager, the following action was taken: Motion by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Hughes, that the trash and refuse collection day for. College Court Addition be changed from Wednesday to Friday on a sixty (60) day trial basis. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Resolution Number 70-15 was presentedto the Commission and read in full: WHEREAS, the City of West University Place has cash available, in the Tax Collector's Fund as a result of 1970 curren tax collections, which will not be required for current operating expenses;, and WHEREAS, it is the objective of the City Commission to keep all of the city's money invested to earn additional income and it is necessary and ~==:-:-'-""'."'-::''''7.C=-.-==-='====::1:.._-------~_:___..--'--'-'''-CC_-_'--==---c - _...-~.9 - :~CT~"Tr'[~:'-~~:r- _if !64 prudent to authorize investment of these certain sums of money. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, TEXAS: That the City Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to invest funds in the amount of: $ 100,000.00 In six-month's Certificate of' Time Deposit with University State Bank at an interest rate of 5 5/8%. Commissioners Voting Aye: All Commissioners Voting No: No /s/ Don H1;l.rris Acting Mayor ATTEST: Isl Lee Lockard Motion by Commissioner Hughes, seconded by Commissioner Underwood, that Resolu- tion Number 70-15 authorizing the investment of $100,000.00 in Certificate of Time Deposit, for a period of six (6) months, with University State Bank at an interest rate of 5 5/8%, be approved as read. Voting Aye: All Voting No: None Minutes of the regulat meeting of the City Commission on December 14, 1970, were presented to the Commission, and the following action taken: Motion by Commissioner Underwood, seconded by Commissioner Hughes, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Commission on December 14, 1970, be approved as submitted. Voting Aye: ao. , , Voting No: None With no furthur business to come before the Commission, upon motion duly made, seconded and carried the meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m. ATTEST: ~ Assistant xkA~ City Secretary -, ,...,"'1'...._~-~._-_.~,.-,. -.." ..- Jr-- :>":!;TTii'r"~:!