1972-10-16 CC MinutesCITY OF FARMERS BRANCH
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
October 16, 1972
Members of the City Council present were:
Mayor: George G. Grimmer
Councilmen: Ray Flaherty
Bill McClung
W. R. Linn
Bill Binford
Councilman Quevreaux was out of town on company business
which is recognized as an excused absence.
Members of the City Administration present were:
City Manager Paul M. West
City Attorney George M. McDonald
City Secretary J. W. Wade
Director of Public Works Roy Patton
Fire Chief Bob Yager
Manager of Staff Services Glenn Moore
Secretary Dee Hunter
Mayor Grimmer called the City Council meeting of October 16, 1972 to order
at 7:30 P. M.. Glenn Moore gave the invocation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Upon a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by Councilman Binford,
all voting "aye", approved the minutes of the City Council .meeting of October 2,
1972 as submitted.
PRESENTATION OF SERVICE AWARD
Mayor Grimmer gave a presentation for a 5 year service award to Morris
Galloway of the Fire Department. Mr. Galloway was not present.
PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FROM GIRL SCOUTS
Miss Karen Grantham, of Girl Scout Troop #439 under the leadership of
Mrs. William Allen, stated that the Jaycees helped them build a playground
tower for their National Convention and would like to donate this tower to
the City of Farmers Branch to be used in Jaycee Park.
Mayor Grimmer accepted the donation from the Girl Scouts and the Council
thanked them.
Page 521.
MAYOR GRIMMER RECOGNIZED AND WELCOMED MRS. SALLY WELLS,
PRESIDENT OF THE WEBB CHAPEL METHODIS'T' CHURCH WESLEYAN
SERVICE GUILD AND HER GROUP OF LADIES.
AGENDA. ITEM NO. 5 AND 6 WERE NOT DISCUSSED AT THIS TIME.
A NECESSARY WITNESS WAS NOT PRESENT.
REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL FOR METRO SQUARE PHASE II.
After finding that a representative was not present from Baldwin and Harris, Inc. ,
Councilman Linn .made a motion to postpone this consideration until later in
the meeting in order to give more time for a representative to appear and
present his request. Councilman McClung seconded the motion. All voted "aye".
PUBLIC HEARING - IMPROVEMENTS TO A PORTION OF MARSH LANE
IN AN ASSESSMENT PROGRAM.
Mayor Grimmer opened the public hearing to consider the assessment paving
of Marsh Lane from L. B. J. Freeway to Valley View Lane.
Mayor Grimmer called Director of Public Works Roy Patton to testify as to
the proposed improvements of the project.
Mr. Patton described the improvements of Marsh Lane. The pavement will
be two 33' driving lanes with 14' median, left turn lanes, curb, gutter,; side-
walks on both sides of street (except in one unplatted location), storm sewers
and drainage improvements in conjunction with this project.
Mr. Patton gave the cost of the project as $223, 730. 83.
Mr. Patton stated that the method of apportionment of costs on the tracts of
land being assessed is-on the front foot basis as in accordance with the city
policy. ;
Mr. Patton testified that all legal requirements as to notice have been :met.
Mr. Patton stated that there are two errors in the assessment concerning
two tracts of land belonging to churches. Mr. Patton stated that these
assessments for paving only were inadvertently left off these churches.
They were assessed for curb, gutter and sidewalk.
City Attorney George McDonald stated that because of the inadvertent omissions
and of the State Law, he advised to not close the public hearing but to continue
it until the next regular City Council meeting which would give the City the
opportunity to give these individual notices as to the proper assessment amounts.
Mr. Patton stated that the portion of the street abutting the unplatted tract
,of land located on the southwest corner of Marsh Lane and Valley View Lane
would not have abutting improvements completed until the property is platted.
Mayor Grimmer called Cecil Reddin, the expert'land witness for the City..
Page 522.
Mr. Reddin testified that he had examined each tract of land and it was in
his opinion that the improvements for which the landowners are to be assessed
will increase the value of each tract by more than the amount of tie assessment
on each tract.
Mr. Reddin gave his qualifications as an expert land witness.
Mayor Grimmer asked if there were any persons present who wished to
be heard on any matter in connection with this improvement project and
the assessments.
The following spoke:
Mr. Joe Floyd, '12969 Pennystone, made statements opposing the assessment.
He stated that his property would not -be enha'need., He stated that the improvements
would move noise and dust from the traffic closer to his home as well as the
pedestrian traffic from the sidewalk.
Mr. Addison Bradford, a Dallas attorney, representing Thomas O. Poyser,
3659 Courtdale, spoke in concern of the location of the sidewalk being beside the
property of his client. He stated that he felt this sidewalk beside the property
would not enhance the property. He spoke opposing the amount of the assessment.
Mr. Victor Lyon, 3431 Golfing Green, representing the Ridgeview Presbyterian
Church on Marsh Lane, reviewed the previous agreement between the
church and the City regarding right of way that was deeded to the City with the
provision that when the street was widened there would be no assessment.
Mr. Lyon stated that the church did receive a statement and he believed that
some correction was in order.
Mr. John Gilley, representing Harpet Investment who 'are the owners of the
property at the southwest corner .of Marsh Lane ao Valley, View Lane, - stated
that their company did not agree with the amount of the. assessment on their
property.
Mr. John Sugarek, 3706 Ridgeoak, agreed with the others that the improvements
on Marsh Lane will not enhance his property.
Mr. Frank Finch, 12833 Pennystone, opposed the assessment as he feels
that the improvements will not enhance his property.
Mr. Charles E. Darwent, 12827 Pennystone, stated that since he was behind
the stone wall, he would have no access to the improvemetita and therefore he
would not benefit from them. He opposed the assessment.
Mr. Darwent presented a letter from Mrs. Willard G. Roberts, 12811 Pennystone,
objecting to the assessment}
Mr. Doug Sowell, 3623 Chellen, opposed to the assessment. He stated that
the improvement would not enhance his property and the sidewalk would end
at his alley.
Page 523.
Mr. Jerry Douglas, 3622 Chellen, stated that the improvements would be
to the advantage of everyone, especially to ones that live to the north,
and if he was taxed, then everyone should be taxed. He opposed to being
assessed for the improvements.
Mrs. Barbara Rosenthal stated that she lived in the area but was not an
abutting property owner. She stated as being in the real estate business
she did not see how the improvements would enhance the properties involved
She spoke in concern of who would be responsible for the assessment of
the houses involved that are now for sale.
Mrs. John A. Hime, 3707 Ridgeoak, stated she was not opposed to the
street improvement but did oppose the sidewalk because she has no way
to use it.
Mr. Robert L. Bell, 12839 Pennystone, stated that he too lived behind the
stone wall and did not feel that the curb, gutter and sidewalk would enhance
his property. He opposed the assessment of the curb, gutter and sidewalk.
After some discussion of continuing the public hearing, a motion by Council-
man Linn, a second by Councilman Flaherty, all voting "aye", continued
the public hearing until the next regular City Council meeting, November 6,
1972.
Payment of the assessment was discussed.
There was a discussion of the contractors being liable for any damages
that might occur.
PUBLIC HEARING - IMPROVEMENTS TO A PORTION OF MIDWAY
ROAD IN AN ASSESSMENT PROGRAM.
Mayor Grimmer opened the public hearing to consider the paving assessment
of Midway Road from L. B. J. Freeway to McEwen Road.
Mayor Grimmer called Director of Public Works Roy Patton to testify
as to the improvements of this project.
Mr. Patton described the proposed improvements on Midway Road. It will be
two 33' roadways with a 14' median with left turn lanes, curb, gutter, sidewalks
with the exception of the J. C. Penney property which are to be installed when
their on site improvements are made and with the exception of the Bush
Property where improvements will be completed when the property is platted,
and, drainage improvements in conjunction with this project.
Mr. Patton stated that the method of apportionment of costs on the tracts of
land being assessed is on the front foot basis as in accordance with the city policy.
Mr. Patton testified that all legal requirements as to notice have been met.
Mayor Grimmer called Cecil Reddin, the expert 'land witness for the city.
Mr. Reddin gave his qualifications as an expert land witness.
Page 524.
Mr. Reddin testified that he-had examined each ihdividiial tract involved
and it is his opinion that the proposed improvement for which the land-
owners will be assessed will increase the value of each tract by more
than the amount of the assessment.
Mayor Grimmer asked if there were any persons present who wished to
be heard on any matter in connection with this improvement project and
the assessments.
The following spoke:
Mr. Norman Harper with Raymond Goodson Consulting Engineers,
representing the J. C. Penney Company,who owns the property at the
Northwest corner of Midway Road and Valley View Lane, stated that they
did not object to the paving. He thanked the city for cooperating with the
J. C. Penney Company for getting this street built. He stated that they
would like to see the plans, and the'unit prices in the bids as a matter of
satisfying Penne,ys on the assessment. He stated that the Company was
concerned that the assessment did not include left turn lanes, and drive
approaches. Mr. Harper requested a continuance of the hearing until
the next Council meeting so that could have time to see the plans.
Mr. Harper spoke again in concern of Iodation df left turn lanes.
City Manager Paul West suggested that if he Would contact 'the Engineering-
Department they would work with him in any way that they can to try to
accommodate them as long as they can maintain traffic safety.
Mr. West stated that the assessment included left turn lanes and median
breaks but did not include approaches.
After some discussion, Mr. Harper withdrew his request for a continuance
of the hearing.
Upon a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Councilman Binford, all voting
"aye" closed the public hearing.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by
Councilman Flaherty, all voting "aye", adopted the following captioned ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH, TEXAS,
LEVYING ASSESSMENTS AGAINST VARIOUS PERSONS AND
THEIR REAL PROPERTY FOR THE PAYMENT OF A PART OF
THE COSTS OF CONSTRUCTION FOR THE PAVING AND
IMPROVEMENTS OF MIDWAY ROAD FROM THE NORTH
RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 635 TO
THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF MCEWEN ROAD;
PROVIDING FOR THE TIME WHEN SUCH ASSESSMENTS
BECOME DUE AND PAYABLE, THE RATE OF INTEREST,
AND FIXING A CHARGE AND LIEN AGAINST SAID PROPERTY
Page 525.
AND MAKING SAID CHARGE A PERSONAL LIABILITY
OF THE PROPERTY OWNERS OWNING PROPERTY ABUTTING
ON SAID STREET; AND PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION
THEREOF; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
SITE PLAN APPROVAL REQUEST FOR METRO SQUARE PHASE II
Mr. Fritz New of Baldwin and Harris, Inc. presented his request for
site plan approval for four new buildings to be built on Villa Creek
Drive, and east of the existing Metro Square buildings, which is to
be Metro Square Phase Ii.
The development will be done in two phases ;as shown on the plan;
buildings "A" and "B" in the first phase, buildings "C" and "D" in
the second phase. The buildings will be two-story office buildings
similar in construction and appearance to the existing Metro Square
buildings.
The recommendation for approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission
was discussed.
After more discussion, a motion by Councilman Binford, a second by
Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", approved the site plan for
Metro Square Phase II as requested by Mr. New.
SITE PLAN APPROVAL REQUEST FOR 12525 DENTON ROAD.
Mr. Jack D, Atkinson stated that in trying to present bu`igd'ityg
plans to the city, he found out that a proposed street would
run through the property, He stated that when he-bought this property
he was not told of these-plans for the street. He stated that when his
contractor and architect checked on this property, they were not told of
the plans for the proposed street. He stated that when he started hauling
dirt on the property a nearby property owner called him and told him of
the plans for the street. He said after checking on the right of way needed
for the proposed street, he found that there is not enough space on the
property to build his building. Mr. Atkinson requested the City to relote
the proposed street or buy the property at market value.
There was a discussion on Ordinance 844, Paragraph 3, Section 1, which
states that no more than 50 per cent of any lot may be covered by a building
or structure. The building a~8 shown on the Site Plan submitted by>Mr:.: Atkinson
covers 62 per cent of the total lot area.
Mr. Atkinson discussed the city not having a plat on file showing plans for the
are a.
Mr. Atkinson requested again that the City buy his property since it will.be an
unuseable piece of property when the proposed Rossford Street is constructed.
City Manager Paul West recommended that this discussion be tabled for
further study since Mr. Atkinson requests the city to buy the property
instead of site plan approval as listed on the agenda.
Page 526.
After :more discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Council-
man McClung, all voting "aye", tabled the request for the city purchasing
the property at 12525 Denton Road for further recommendation from the
City Manager until November 6, Council meeting; and that the site plan be
denied.
REQUEST FOR AN ENCROACHMENT EASEMENT IN BROOKHAVEN OFFICE
PARK.
Mr. Ray Olds of Brookhaven Office Park presented a request for an encroach-
ment easement in Brookhaven Office Park. Due to an error on the architectual
layout the canopy on the north side of the northern most building in the devel-
opment encroaches onto the right-of-way of Maybrook Drive. The encroach-
ment varies from 1. 24 feet at the west end of the canopy, to 3 1/2 feet at
the east end of the canopy. This encroachment would place the east end
of the canopy within 6" of the back of the curb along Maybrook Drive. The
encroachment was discovered by the Building Inspector during erection
of structual steel. In order to move the canopy off of the right-of-way
easement, it would be necessary to demolish the existing reinforced concrete
column, alter the structual steel in the field and to repour another column
off of the easement right-of-way. , '
Mr. Olds requested to be allowed to continue the construction of, the canopy
as it is and not be required to pull back from the dedicated property.
There was a discussion on the liability that the city could incur if there
were an accident on Maybrook Drive because of the location of the column
to the curb 'line.
Mr.. Olds stated that he estimated the cost for remodelling to be $2, 000 to
$5,000.
After more discussion, a motion by Councilman Flaherty, a second by
Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", denied the request for an encroach-
ment easement in Brookhaven Office Park.
THOROUGHFARE PLAN FOR 'FARMERS BRANCH AREA WEST OF I. H. 35E
ADOPTED.
Director of Public Works Roy Patton presented a proposed thoroughfare plan
for the area west of I. H. 35E. The plan showed the proposed extension
of I. H. 635 (L. B. J. Freeway), the limits of the levee system as proposed
by the Corps of Engineers and also drainage areas that will be required
to re-route Cooks Creek, Farmers Branch Creek, and Rawhide Creek
into the Trinity River levee system. The Thoroughfare Plan proposes to
make major six-lane thoroughfares of Valley View Lane, Luna Road,
Royal Lane, and to establish a new six-lane thoroughfare beginning at Valwood
Parkway and continuing south through Senlac Drive, turning west approximately
500 feet from L. B. J. Freeway and continuing west to Luna Road. Two
minor four-lane thoroughfares are also shown on the Thoroughfare Plan.
One going north from Valley View Lane and looping east to Senlac Drive.
The other, going south from Valley View Lane and looping east to Luna Road.
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The plan also shows a railroad spur from the Chicago Rock Island and
Pacific Railroad serving the industrial area.
The Plartning and Zoning Commission reviewed and recommends that the
location of some thoroughfares be adjusted slightly. The Commission
objected to the proposed railroad spur crossing the six-lane major thorough-
fares, and suggested that perhaps an alternate route could be found that
would not cross the six-lane thoroughfares. The Commission did recognize
that an alternate route could not be obtained without crossing the proposed
Interstate 635 extension, and/or the 500' drainage channels along the
Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railroads.
Mr. Patton stated that it would be helpful in obtaining right-of-way and
for future planning if the location of the main railroad spur was known
in advance.
City Manager Paul West recommended that the Council adopt the thorough-
fare plan as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission with
the exception of including the railroad spur.
Mr. Basil Weaver, a member of the Planning and Zoning Commission,
voiced his opinions on the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendations.
There was a discussion on the railroad spur crossing the thoroughfares.
After more discussion, a motion by Councilman Binford, a second by
Councilman Flaherty, all voting "aye", adopted the thoroughfare plan for
the area west of I. H. 35E as recommended by the Planning and Zoning
Commission with the inclusion of the railroad spur as recommended
by the City Administration. The Plan is attached for record.
PRIORITY LIST OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR COUNTY PARTICIPATION
Mayor Grimmer explained that the County of Dallas has requested by letter
to the City for a priority list on joint projects where the County and City
would share the costs.
City Manager Paul West presented a suggested priority list as listed below:
1. Valley View from Webbs Chapel to Templeton, estimated cost $440, 000.
2. Inwood Road from L. B. J. to North City Limits, estimated cost $383, 000.
3. Midway Road from McEwen to Spring Valley Road, estimated cost $583„000.
4. Josey Lane from Rawhide to Valwood Parkway, estimated cost $475, 000.
5. Marsh Lane from Valley View to Brookhaven Club Drive, estimated
cost $308, 000.
6. Valley View from Templeton to Marsh Lane, estimated cost $215, 000.
7. Marsh Lane from Brookhaven Club Drive to Belt Line Road,
estimated cost $325, 000.
8. Valley View from Marsh Lane to L. B. J., estimated cost $343, 000.
9. Valley View from Senlac to Trinity River, estimated cost $590, 000.
10. Royal Lane from Chicago Rock Island R. R. to
Trinity River, estimated cost $312„ 000.
Page 528.
Mr. West stated that all road projects were included in the Dallas County
Thoroughfare Plan.
There was discussion of deleting item number 10 on the list.
Mr. Ed Dayton questioned the number 2 priority which is Inwood Road
from L. B. J. to north City Limits:
After more discussion on the list, Councilman Flaherty moved that the
priority projects be set up in the order as listed by the City Manager
with the exception of deleting Item #10 from the list. Councilman Linn
seconded the motion and all voted "aye
1.972-1973 BUDGET AMENDED
City Manager Paul West stated that with conversations with Miss Ard who
administers the Library Grant Funds for the State, the Adtninistration finds
that we need to agree with her interpretation of what ffre fixed assets and
operating expenses, if the city intends to participate in Federal Grants
for books. The Administration requests the Council by motion to amend
the 1972-1973 Budget by increasing the book budgeted account in the amount
of $2, 000.00 and decreasing the building improvements budgeted account
in the amount of $2, 000. 00. This means $10, 000. 00 budgeted for books
and $95, 000. 00 budgeted for building improvements.
After reviewing the attached budget sheet, a motion by Councilman Flaherty,
a second by Councilman McClung, all voting "aye", amended the 1972-1973
Budget as requested by the City Administration.
CONTRACT AWARDED FOR TRUCK FOR SANITATION DIVISION OF THE
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT.
City Manager Paul West "reviewed the two bids received for a truck for
the Sanitation Division of the Public Works Department. Mr. West recommended
that the '.low bid submitted by International Harvester Company in the amount
of $15, 630. 61 be accepted.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Council-
man McClung, all voting "aye", awarded the bid iri the amount of $15, 630. 61
to International Harvester. Company for a truck for the Sanitation Division
of the Public Works Department as recommended by the City Manager.
CONTRACT AWARDED FOR FRONT LOADING PACKER BODY_
City Manager Paul West reviewed the-four bids received for a front loading',,
Packer- body unit for the:. Sanitation Division of the Public Works Department.
Mr, West stated that the price of this unit, mounted on our truck and
delivered in Farmers Branch, will vary because of different transportation
costs from the various manufacturers. Mr. West stated that the low base
bid and the low adjusted bid, with allowances for transportation costs ,
is Davis Truck and Equipment Company. He recommended the bid submitted
by Davis Truck and Equipment Company-
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Flaherty, a second by Council-
man Linn, all voting "aye", awarded the contract for the front Loading Packer
body unit to Davis Truck and Equipment Company in the amount of $11, 321. 92
Page 529.
The City of Farmers Srancn, Texas
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ACCOUNT 69
ACTUAL ESTEMATE
1970-71 1971-72
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80 - Personal Services 38,389. 43,864.
81 - Supplies 2,501. 2,740.
` 83 - Maintenance 1,282. 1,285.
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85 - Services 2,744. 2, 055.
Total Operating Expenses 44,916. 49,944.
91 - Fixed Assets
` Books & Equipment 10,552. 11,050.
Sub Total 55,468. 60,994.
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{ Building Improvements -0- -0-
Totals 55,463. 60, 994.
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j PROGRAM MEASUREMENTS
A CTUA L ESTIMATE
1970-71 1971-72
Books Checked Out 122, 400 98,500
Reference & Guidance
i Questions Answered 8,895 10,000
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Attendance at
j Community Programs 1, 175 1,300
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Books Purchased & Processed 3, 7~r0 4,100
Book Ins>entory 24,729 28,500
PROPOSED
1972-73
46,179.
1,810.
2,050.
1,711.
51,750.
11,675
63,425.
95,000.
158, 425.
PROPOSED
1972-73
100,000
12,000
2,000
5,000
34,000
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CONTRACT AWARDED FOR FRONT END LOADER
City Manager Paul West reviewed the five bids received for a front end
loader for the Street Division of the Public Works Department. Mr. West
recommended that the low bid of Waukesha-Pearce, Inc. in the amount
of $41,185.00 be accepted.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Council-
man Flaherty, all voting "aye", awarded the contract for a front end 'loader
to Waukesha-Pearce, Inc, in the amount of $41,185. 00 as recommended by
the City Manager.
CONTRACT AWARDED FOR EMERGENCY AMBULANCE
City Manager Paul West reviewed the two bids received for an emergency
ambulance for the Fire Department. Mr. West recommended the low bid
be awarded to Summers Funeral Car Company in the amount of $7,185. 00
with a 2% discount in 30 days and delivery time of 3 to 4 weeks.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Binford, a second by
Councilman Linn, all voting "aye", awarded the low bid in the amount
of $7,185. 00 to Summers Funeral Car Company for an emergency ambulance
for the Fire Department.
ORDINANCE NO. 938 - ADOPTS 1970 EDITION OF THE FIRE PREVENTION
CODE AND REPEALING SECTIONS OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES,
ORDINANCE NO. 939 - AMENDS 1970 EDITION OF THE FIRE PREVENTION
CODE.
City Manager Paul West stated that the ordinances being presented adopts
the 1970 Edition of the Fire Prevention Code as an effort to update the
city's Fire Code. He stated that the ordinances are and will be in agreement
with the proposed uniform building code. He stated that the ordinances
are recommended by the Fire Department and the Building Inspection
Division of the Public Works Department.
Ordinance No. 938 adopt's the 1970 Edition of the Fire Prevention Code and
repeals sections in the city's Code of Ordinances.
Ordinance No. 939 amends the '1970 Edition of the Fire Prevention Code
to include existing requirements and local needs.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Council-
man McClung, all voting "aye", adopted the following captioned ordinance
No. 938:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH,
TEXA.S AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ADOPTING
THE PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE, 1970
EDITION, AS RECOMMENMD BY THE AMERICAN INSURANCE
ASSOCIATION, AS THE FIRE CODE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH; REPEALING CERTAIN ORDINANCES AND SECTIONS
OF THE CODE -OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING A PENALTY NOT
TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200. 00)
FOR EACH OFFENSE;.A:ND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Page 530.
Upon a motion by Councilman Linn, a second by Councilman Flaherty,
all voting "aye", adopted the following captioned ordinance No. 939:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS BRANCH,
TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN AMENDMENTS TO
THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE, 1970 EDITION, HEREIN
KNOWN AS THE FIRE CODE OF THE CITY OF FARMERS
BRANCH, AS HERETOFORE ADOPTED; PROVIDING FOR
A PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED
($200. 00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
Councilman Flaherty expressed appreciation to the City Staff for
keeping the Council abreast af.these codes.
ADVERTISEMENT FOR :BIDS AUTHORIZED FOR MAGNETIC TYPEWRITER
City Manager Paul West stated that' the magnetic typewriter is a piece of
equipment that will save a lot of man hours. This-will he. operated bay the
Staff Services Department for the benefit of all the departments.
Mr. West explained- the operation of the typewriter. He stated that this
equipment is included in the budget, and asks permission to advertise
for bids.
After some discussion, a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by
Councilman Linn, all voting "ayc', authorized the advertisement for
bids for a magnetic typewriter for the Staff Services Department.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Paul West gave a status report on the problems that were
previously presented to the Council concerning the Skaggs-Albertson
property and surrounding area. Mr. West reported the various happenings
in the various departments of the city.
OTHER COMMENTS.
Councilman Linn gave a report on the East Texas Chamber of Commerce
Industrial Tour. He expressed appreciation for the opportunity of attending.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Rossford Road Discussed
City Manager Paul West stated that preliminary purveys for the extension
of Rossford Road to its intersection with Denton Drive have been completed.
Mr. West stated that the next step will be to proceed with surveys of
the individual tracts of land involved and then request that the Council
authorize us to purchase these tracts by negotiation, if possible, or to
enter into condemnation proceedings where required. He stated that
there have been requests for land development in the area which will
be affected by this street.
The Council spoke in favor of proceeding with the acquisition of right-of-way
for the Rossford Road extension.
Page 531.
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OTHER INFORMATION _
Councilman Linn made a motion that the absence of Councilman Quevreaux
be an authorized absence. Councilman Sinford seconded the motion and
all voted "aye".
Director of Public Works Roy Patton gave a status report on the right-of-way
on 1"he"Valle,y View improvements from Webb Chapel Road to Templeton Trail.
City Attorney George McDonald gave a status report on the impending law suits.
The right-of-way on Marsh Lane was discussed.
There was a brief discussion concerning the Valley View Elementary School
property.
ADJOURNMENT.
Upon a motion by Councilman McClung, a second by Councilman Linn, all
voting "aye's, adjourned the City Council meeting of October 16, 1972 at
11:30 P. M.
Mayor eo ge Gri.m.mer
City cretary J. W. Wade
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