Minutes 

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

NOVEMBER 19, 1996

7:00 P.M.

1.0 ANNOUNCEMENTS & PUBLIC HEARINGS

A regular meeting of the City Council was held November 19, 1996 at 7:00 p.m., with the following members present.

COUNCILMEMBER #1 ABSENT
COUNCILMEMBER #2 TOMMY SPENCER
COUNCILMEMBER #3 FRANCES ANDERSON
COUNCILMEMBER #4 JACK JONES
COUNCILMEMBER #5 ROBERT MESSER

1.1 INVOCATION

Mayor Pro-Tem Robert Messer called the meeting to order and Councilmember Frances Anderson gave the opening prayer.

Danny Booth presented the Texas Economic Development council's runner-up award for Economic Development Excellence to the City of Terrell.

2.0 MINUTES

2.1 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD NOVEMBER 5, 1996.

A motion was made by Councilmember Frances Anderson and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones that the City Council Minutes of the November 5, 1996, meeting be approved as presented. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

3.0 BIDS

3.1 CONSIDER BIDS AND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR LANDSCAPE SERVICES

Blaine Hinds presented the following bids for Landscape Services.

BID TABULATION FOR LANDSCAPE SERVICES
OCTOBER 18, 1996 - 2:00 P.M.
Description
Lawson's Terrell, Texas
Brown Landscape Terrell, Texas
Quinn Commercial Dallas, Texas
Murrah's Landscape Kaufman, Texas
1. Landscape Service for Central Business Dist.

$16,000.00

$18,000.00

$12,673.00

$10,560.00
2. Landscape Services for Terrell Public Library

$1,000.00

$8,000.00

$3,911.50

$4,188.00

Total
$17,000.00
$26,000.00
$16,584.50
$14,748.00

Difference in Low Bid
$2,252.00
$11,252.00
$1,836.50

The low bidder for landscape services in Murrah's Landscape, Kaufman, Texas.
Staff has met with Mr. Murrah and he indicates that his company understands the requirements for downtown and library maintenance. References have been checked and received no negative comments. Staff physically looked at the landscape work he has done and although, Murrah's does not have any jobs of this magnitude, the work was satisfactory.
Lawson's Nursery has been maintaining the downtown area for the past two (2) years and has done an excellent job.

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A motion was made by Councilmember Tommy Spencer and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones to award the bid for Landscape Services to the low bidder Murrah's Landscape, Kaufman, Texas, in the amount of $14,748.00. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

4.0 ROUTINE BUSINESS

5.0 OLD BUSINESS

6.0 NEW BUSINESS

6.1 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF ORDINANCE #1855 - AMENDING PORTABLE SIGN REGULATIONS OUTSIDE OF THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT

A motion was made by Councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to table the item on the agenda and place it on the next workshop agenda. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.2 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF T.E.D.C. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR C.S.I. PROJECT

Danny Booth presented T.E.D.C. recommendation for the C.S.I. Project. A motion was made by Councilmember Frances Anderson and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to approve the T.E.D.C. recommendation for the C.S.I. Project. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.3 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF T.E.D.C RECOMMENDATION FOR LANGLEY PROJECT

Danny Booth presented T.E.D.C. recommendations for the Langley Project. A motion was made by Councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to approve the T.E.D.C. recommendations for the Langley Project. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

Jack Jones went on record as stating second page of Langley letter, third paragraph;

"Danny, I looked at 10 plant sites in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area and so doing, interacted with several real estates persons and one economic development board. Without hesitation I can truthfully say that the organization, enthusiasm and sincere interest you and your board display during my visit to Terrell were unmatched. You made us feel wanted from the beginning and then confirmed this feeling with your incentives and your offer. "

6.4 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF TERRELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LAND OWNERSHIP ISSUE

A motion was made by Councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to table this item on the agenda for additional study. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

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6.5 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RATE INCREASE REQUEST FOR SANITATION SERVICE AS REQUESTED BY WASTE MANAGEMENT.

A motion was made by Councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to table this item on the agenda and place it on the next workshop agenda. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.6 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF TOWN NORTH RESIDENTIAL AGREEMENT

James Jordan, representing New Horizon Developers, presented the proposed development plans of 39 residential lots and the land exchange of approximately four acres of land to the City for 3.6 acres of the Arlie White Park. A motion was made by Councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to approve the following Town North Agreement subject to City Attorney's opinion. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

CITY OF TERRELL
INTEROFFICE CORRESPONDENCE
NOVEMBER 19, 1996

TO: BLAINE R. HINDS, CITY MANAGER

FROM: LINDA SEABOLT, ASST. CITY MANAGER

SUBJ: TOWN NORTH RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT

THE DEVELOPER AGREES TO SWAP APPROXIMATELY 4 ACRES OF LAND TO THE CITY IN EXCHANGE FOR 3.6 ACRES OF THE ARLIE WHITE PARK LAND, AND THE DEVELOPER FURTHER AGREES TO THE FOLLOWING IMPROVEMENTS WHEN THE LAND IS EXCHANGED

1. RELOCATE OR REPLACE THE GAZEBO TO THE NEW PROPOSED PORTION OF THE PARK.

2. RELOCATE THE EXISTING PICNIC TABLES TO THE NEW PROPOSED PORTION OF THE PARK AND ONE (1) GRILL.

3. GRADE FOR THE BASEBALL DIAMOND AND FIELD AND INSTALL BACKSTOP AS PROVIDED BY CITY.

4. INSTALL TWO (2) NEW PICNIC TABLES AND ONE (1) GRILL IN THE LOWER PORTION OF THE PROPOSED PARK.

5. INSTALL PLAYSCAPE AS PRESENTED AT WORKSHOP ON 11/18/96.

6. INSTALL ONE 91) NEW SWING SET IN THE LOWER PORTION OF THE PROPOSED PARK AND ONE NEW SWING SET 91) IN THE NEW PORTION OF THE PROPOSED PARK.

7. GRADE FOR WALKING/JOGGING TRAIL IN PARK.

8. INSTALL PARKING LOT AND TOP WITH RIVER BOTTOM ROCK.

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9. PHASE II - INSTALL ALL-WEATHER SURFACE FOR WALKING/JOGGING TRAIL AND PARKING LOT.

6.7 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF STREETS, DRAINAGE, WATER/SEWER IMPROVEMENTS

A motion was made by Councilmember Tommy Spencer and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones to table this item on the agenda for further review. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.8 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF WATER SERVICE AT 614 WEST MOORE AVENUE

Stan Ballard presented four options for water service to new retail operations at 614 West Moore Ave. A motion was made by councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Frances Anderson to obtain permission from TxDOT to tap 10" main in Moore Avenue and install 8" main in Roberts Street from Moore to High. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.9 CONSIDER APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A RUBBER TIRED LOADER

Steve Rogers presented the proposed purchase of Rubber Tired Front Loader and said staff recommended purchasing John Deere loader from Houston/Galveston C.O.G. in the amount of $83,796.21. A motion was made by Councilmember Frances Anderson and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones to purchase John Deere Front Loader from Houston/Galveston Council of Governments in the amount of $83,796.21. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.10 CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 298 - AREA RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

Blaine Hinds presented Resolution No. 298. A motion was made by Councilmember Frances Anderson and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones to approve the following Resolution No. 298. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION #298

A resolution of the City Council of the City of Terrell, Texas, Regarding Rural Fire Fighting Services.

WHEREAS, the City of Terrell, has been requested to permit certain of its extra territorial jurisdiction ("ETJ") to be included in a rural fire prevention district proposed to be created under Chapter 794 of the Texas Health and Safety code; and

WHEREAS, the City of Terrell is unable to provide fire prevention service to certain areas located within its extra territorial jurisdiction ("ETJ") which are proposed to be included within the rural fire prevention district; and

WHEREAS, the City of Terrell wishes to assist proponents in the creation of the proposed fire prevention district;

WHEREAS, the City of Terrell wishes to be excluded form the proposed rural fire prevention district.

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Terrell, Texas:

That the City of Terrell, Texas, hereby consents to the inclusion of its extra territorial jurisdiction ("ETJ") within the proposed rural fire prevention district and further consents to the initiation of proceedings to create such a district as prescribed in Chapter 794 of the Texas Health and Safety Code subject to subsequent annexation proceedings in which certain of such property might be taken into the corporate limits of the City of Terrell, Texas. In the event of annexation, inherent duties and responsibilities would be case upon the City concerning the property annexed, and be it further understood that said annexed property would be excluded from the rural fire district together with its inherent taxing authority, etc., thereby, altering the City's consent as necessary to meet its inherent duties and responsibilities, but not otherwise.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Terrell wishes to be excluded from the rural fire district.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 19th day of November, 1996.

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Don L. Lindsey, Mayor

ATTEST:

_________________________________________
Bobby Bishop, City Secretary

6.11 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF FUNDING FOR KAUFMAN COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICES, INC.

A motion was made by Councilmember Frances Anderson and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones to table this item on the agenda for further review. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.12 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF LONE STAR GAS RATE INQUIRY

A motion was made by Councilmember Jack Jones and seconded by Councilmember Tommy Spencer to table this item on the agenda for further study. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

6.13 CONSIDER APPROVAL OF T.E.D.C. BOARD APPOINTMENTS

A motion was made by Councilmember Frances Anderson and seconded by Councilmember Jack Jones to approve the re-appointment of Ivan Johnson and Herschel McKinney to the T.E.D.C. Board. Ayes all; Nayes none. Motion carried.

7.0 DISCUSSION ITEMS

None
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8.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION

None

9.0 HEAR REMARKS FROM VISITORS

Danny Booth expressed his concern about awarding the downtown landscape services to Murrah's and stated that the reason downtown looked so good is because of Lawson's Nursery work.

10.0 ADJOURNMENT

There were no other matters discussed or acted on at this meeting.
There will be no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

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DON L. LINDSEY, MAYOR

ATTEST:

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BOBBY BISHOP, CITY SECRETARY

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