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CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCI.
February 1~, 1988
iINUTES
The Council convened into a joint Work Session with the Park
and Recreation Board at 5:30 p.m. in the Civil Defense Room.
COUNCIL PRESENT:
COUNCIL ABSENT:
Mayor Stephens; .~ayor Pro Tem McAdams;
Council Members Alexander, Ayer, Boyd,
Gorton and Hopkins.
NONE
PARK AND RECREAS~ION
BOARD PRESENT:
PARK AND RECREATION
BOARD ABSENT:
Chairman Kirchoff; Members Anderson
Gregory and Bell.
Member Pilkey
BEAUTIFICATION
COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Jeanne Morrison
1. The Council and the Park and Recreation Board held a
discussion regarding the Park and Recreation policy of
advertising in City Parks.
Gary Kirchoff, Chairman-Park and
background information concerning
advertising signs in City parks.
Recreation Board, presented
a recent request to place
Carl Anderson, Park and Recreation Board,
concerned with the maintenance of the signs.
Dalton Gregory, Park and Recreation Board,
vandalism and upkeep of the signs.
stated that he was
was concerned with
Jeanne Morrison, Beautification Committee, stated that her
Committee would not recommend a policy of allowing advertising
signs in City Parks.
Council Member Ayer stated that if advertising were to be done
in the parks, then the City should do the advertising and use
the proceeds to help support various programs. The advertising
should not be done by individuals.
Council Member Boyd suggested that it would be difficult to
limit the subject matter of the signs.
Council Member Ayer felt the present policy was a good policy
and it should remain in effect.
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Consensus of the Council was to maintain the present policy.
6:00 p.m.
Item 2. was moved ahead in the agenda order.
2. The Council held a discussion regarding a preliminary
plat of the Sunmount Addition for the purpose of determining
whether to begin the annexation process.
Lloyd Harrell, City Manager, stated that a preliminary plat had
been presented to the Planning Department and that staff would
like direction from the Council on whether to begin the
annexation process.
Cecile Carson, Urban Planner, stated that the property abutted
the City limits. The proposed use of the property was for an
asphalt batch plant. The area was a low intensity area and the
proposed usage would not be consistent for the land use of the
area.
Frank Robbins, Executive Director of Planning, stated that
there was a land use incompatibility and intensity problems.
There were 12 acres of land in the proposal and not all of it
would probably be used for building. Some advantages for the
usage were an increase in the tax base and the developers had
agreed to help straighten Nall Road. Alternatives for the
Council to consider were: (1) annex the area as quickly as
possible before the development was completed, (2) annex the
property at a later date when the development was completed,
and (3) not annex the area until utility services would be
brought to the area. Staff was recommending Option (2) which
would begin the annexation after development and then annex the
property as a non-conforming use.
Don Cross, Sunmount representative, stated that this would be a
long term commitment. He felt they had done considerable
research in the area and the site would be compatible for the
type of development they were suggesting. The plant would be a
new plant with no odor and would employ 20-25.people. They had
agreed to install a security fence around the property, upgrade
Nall Road to Hyw. 380 at their expense, and suggested viewing a
similar site on Hyw. 114 as an example of the quality of
building. He asked the Council to consider Option (2).
City Manager Harrell reviewed the options for the Council's
consideration: (1) begin the annexation process as quickly as
possible, Sunmount would continue to plat, at the end of 90
days a determination would be done as to how far along
development was for zoning; (2) continue the plating process,
annex later and consider the use as non-conforming; (3) annex
much later or not at all.
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Consensus of the Council was to proceed with Option (2) - annex
after development had begun.
The Council returned to the regular agenda order.
1. The Council received a report on the Texas Municipal-
Power Agency from Denton's TMPA Board members.
Council Member Gorton left the meeting.
Mayor Ray Stephens and Dr. Roland Vela presented the Council
with an update on the Comanche Peak settlement.
Council Member Gorton returned to the meeting.
3. The Council held a discussion regarding alternative
proposals for perimeter street paving.
Lloyd Harrell, City Manager, stated that staff had been
reviewing alternatives to waive perimeter street paving without
a substantial negative impact on the City.
Cecile Carson, Urban Planner, presented various alternatives to
the Council including qualifications for a short form use for
plating, distance from the City limits, and distance from City
services.
Consensus of the Council was to refer the item to the Planning
and Zoning Commission for a recommendation to be presented to
the Council.
4. The Council was to review the 1988 Utility Department
Planning Forecast.
This item was considered later in the meeting.
5. The Council was to hold a discussion regarding
location and date for the Council-M-anager goals and Plans
Update Seminar.
This item was considered later in the meeting.
The Council did not 'convene into the Executive Session.
The Council then convened into the Regular Session at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers.
PRESENT:
Mayor Steph~ns~ Mayor Pro TQm MeAdam~ Council
Members Alexander, Ayer, Boyd, Gorton and Hopkins.
ABSENT: None
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The Mayor recognized a group of international exchange students
from Germany attending North Texas State University.
1. The Council considered approval of the minutes of the
regular session of January 19, 1988 and the work session of
January 23, 1988.
Boyd motion, Hopkins second to approve the minutes as
presented. Motion carried unanimously.
2. The Council considered approval of a resolution of
appreciation for Jack W. Craig.
The following resolution was considered:
RESOLUTION IN APPRECIATION OF
"JACK W. CRAIG"
WHEREAS, Jack W. Craig is retiring after 10 years of
dedicated service to the City of Denton since his employment on
September 26, 1977; and
WHEREAS, during his career with the City, Jack has
consistently maintained an attitude of cooperation with and
dedication to the stated goals of the Equipment Services
Division of the City of Denton; and
WHEREAS, Jack W. Craig has exhibited outstanding
expertise, dedicating much time and effort in assisting with
the work of the Equipment Services Division and has shown great
spirit in encouraging community involvement in the best
interests of the citizens of Denton; and
WHEREAS, Jack W. Craig has always served above and
beyond the mere efficient discharge of his duties and has
responded to his duties in a loyal, trustworthy and extremely
faithful manner, in a spirit of cooperation with his fellow
employees, and in the best interests of the citizens of the
community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF D~NTON:
That the sincere and warm appreciation of the City
Council be formally conveyed to Jack W. Craig in a permanent
manner by spreading this Resolution upon the official minutes
of the City Council and forwarding to him a true copy hereof.
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PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 16th day of February, 1988.
ATTEST:
RAY STEPHE~S, MAYOR
JENNIFER WALTERS
CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
DEBRA ADAMI DRAYOVITCH, CITY ATTORNEY
Mayor Stephens read the proclamation and presented it to Jack
Craig.
McAdams motion, Alexander second to approve the resolution. On
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
Jack W. Craig thanked the Council for the honor.
Public Hearings
The Council considered a petition of Burke Engineering
requesting approval of a planned development district and a
detailed plan. The property was located at the northeast
corner of Mingo and Cooper Creek roads and was described as a
6.580 acre tract in the Morreau Forest Survey, Abstract 417.
If the detailed plan was approved, the following land uses
would be permitted:
2.2 acres of General Retail and Office with
9,800 square feet - General Retail and
17,400 square feet - Office
4.4 acres of Attached Single Family with 6.8
units per acre. Z-1859.
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Brian Burke, Burke Engineering, spoke in favor. He stated that
there were quite a few industrial uses already in the area.
The development was laid out in such a way as to be compatible
with the surrounding area.
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Tom Jester, representing Safety Clean, spoke in opposition. He''
stated that Safety Clean was a 24 hour operation with bright'
lights on at night, trucks coming in and out 24 hours a day and
shift workers coming and going from the plant 24 hours a day.
He was concerned with complaints from future neighbors who
would not want that type of situation around their home and
perhaps later try to shut down the operation.
The Mayor allowed B. Burke 5 minutes for rebuttal.
Burke stated that there was a one to one and a half story
difference in elevation between the two properties. The
developers were already aware of Safety Clean. They were
working for a transition in the area from industrial to
residential. He felt that they were orientating the
residential portion of the development away from the industrial
uses to the south.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Cecile Carson, Urban Planner, stated that this was a low
intensity predominately residential area. Staff along with the
developer tried to develop a community atmosphere and
transition to residential property. The single family attached
dwellings met the density requirements in the area. Staff had
done quite a bit of research in response to the concerns from
Safety Clean.
The Council considered the following ordinance:
NO. 88-031
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF
DENTON, TEXAS, AS SAME WAS ADOPTED AS AN APPENDIX TO
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DENTON, TEXAS,
BY ORDINANCE NO. 69-1, AS AMENDED, AND AS SAID MAP
APPLIES TO 6.5 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF THE INTERSECTIONS-OF MINGO ROAD AND COOPER
CREEK ROAD, AS IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN;
TO PROVIDE FOR A CHANGE IN ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM
AGRICULTURAL "A" DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION AND USE
DESIGNATIONt TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT "PD" DISTRICT
CLASSIFICATION AND USE DESIGNATION; PROVIDING FOR
APPROVAL OF A DETAILED PLAN FOR SAID DISTRICT;
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY IN A MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF
92,000.00 FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Council Member Alexander stated that he felt Safety Clean had
acted very responsibly by pointing out very clearly for all
parties concerned that they were there ar this was an approved
use and that everyone around should be aware that they were
there.
Council Member Hopkins was concerned about future complaints
about Safety Clean from future residents.
Mayor Pro Tem McAdams asked if there was a way the City could
insure that any future residents would know about Safety Clean.
City Manager Harrell stated that he would research the
situation and report back to Council. He stated that the City
would not be aware of an owner of a property that might close
and purchase the property until after the fact.
Debra Drayovitch, City Attorney, was not sure how the City
would be able to keep track of property transactions so that
potential owners would be aware of Safety Clean.
On roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye,"
Gorton "nay," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and
"aye." Motion carried with a 6-1 vote.
Hopkins "aye,"
Mayor Stephens
The Mayor recognized Troop 614 - Longhorn Council of the Boy
Scouts who were working on their Citizenship Merit Badge.
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Consent Agenda
Council Member Gorton requested Item 4.B.1. be pulled for
special consideration.
Hopkins motion, Alexander second to approve the Consent Agenda
with the exception of Item 4.B.1. Motion carried unanimously.
A. Bids and Purchase Orders:
1. Bid #9763 - Police Radios
2. Bid #9816 - Refuse Containers
~3. Bid ~9825 - Towable Backhoe
4. Bid #9821 - Morse Street Paving
5. P.O. ~82674 - Johnston Pump Company -
927,600.00
Item 4.B.1. was considered.
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McAdams motion, Alexander second to approve Item 4.B.1. Motion
carried with a 6-1 vote with Gorton casting the "nay" vote.
B. Plats and Replats
Consider approval of preliminary plat of the
Mingo Industrial Tract Addition.
5. Ordinances
A. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
accepting competitive bids and providing for the award of
contracts for the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies or
services.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-032
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING COMPETITIVE BIDS AND AWARDING A
CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT,
SUPPLIES OR SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF
FUNDS THEREFORE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Hopkins motion, McAdams second to adopt the ordinance. On roll
vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye," Gorton
"aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens "aye."
Motion carried unanimously.
B. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
accepting competitive bids and providing for the award of
contracts for public works or improvements%
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-033
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING COMPETITIVE BIDS AND PROVIDING
FOR THE AWARD OF CONTRACTS FOR PUBLIC WORKS OR
IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
THEREFOR; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
McAdams motion, Alexander second to adopt the ordinance. On
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
C. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
providing for the expenditure of funds for emergency purchases
of materials, equipment, supplies or services in accordance
with the provisions of state law exempting such purchases from
requirements of competitive bids.
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The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-034
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
FOR EMERGENCY PURCHASES OF MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT~
SUPPLIES OR SERVICES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS
OF STATE LAW EXEMPTING SUCH PURCHASES FROM
REQUIREMENTS OF COMPETITIVE BIDS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Alexander motion, McAdams second to adopt the ordinance. On
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "ayes" Ayer "aye ~" Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
D. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
amending Ordinance No. 85-165 to correct an error in the metes
and bounds description; and declaring an effective date.
(Z-1730)
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-035
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
AN ERROR IN THE METES AND BOUNDS
DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
85-165 TO CORRECT
DESCRIPTION; AND
Lloyd Harrell, City Manager, stated that this was a
housekeeping measure to correct the legal description.
Hopkins motion, McAdams second to adopt the ordinance. On roll
vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye," Gorton
"aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens "aye."
Motion carried unanimously.
E. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
approving an agreement between the cities of Denton, Bryan,
Garland, Greenville and Texas New Mexico Company for the sale
of power and energy.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-036
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITIES
OF DENTON, BRYAN, ~ARLAND, GREENVILLE AND T~XA~ NEW
MEXICO COMPANY FOR THE SALE OF POWER AND ENERGY; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Bob Nelson, Executive Director for Utilities, stated that this
was a contract to sell excess capacity to Texas New Mexico.
All of the other cities had approved the contract.
Alexander motion, McAdams second to adopt the ordinance. On
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
F. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
accepting an amended proposal for life insurance for the City's
employees.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-037
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AN AMENDED PROPOSAL FOR LIFE
INSURANCE FOR THE CITY'S EMPLOYEES; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Tom Klinck, Director of Personnel, stated that during the past
year, the health and life insurance contracts had been rebid.
As a result, the life insurance coverage for employees was
increased to one times their salary at a significant savings
from what was budgeted. After the program had been
implemented, it was discovered that approximately 38 full-time
and 10 part-time employees had their coverage decreased. As a
result, staff was recommending increasing the coverage to a
minimum of $15,000 for all employees.
McAdams motion, Hopkins second to adopt the ordinance. On roll
vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye," Gorton
"aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens "aye."
Motion carried unanimously.
G. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
approving an agreement with Municipal Administrative Services,
Inc. for professional auditing services relative to the City's
franchise agreement with Lone Star Gas Company and Sammons
Communications.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-038
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, INC.
FOR PROFESSIONAL AUDITING SERVICES RELATIVE TO THE
CITY'S FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS WITH LONE STAR GAS COMPANY
AND SAMMONS COMMUNICATIONS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
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John McGrane, Executive Director of Ffnance, stated that this
was a contract to audit both Sammons Communications and Lone
Star Gas Company to determine if the City was receiving all of
the franchise revenues it was entitled. Such an audit was
recently completed with GTE and a substantial amount of money
was found not reported to the City of Denton.
Ayer motion, McAdams second to adopt the ordinance. On roll
voter McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye," Gorton
"aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens "aye."
Motion carried unanimously.
H. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
approving an agreement between the City of Denton and Freese &
Nichols for Lake Ray Roberts Water Treatment Plant and
approving the expenditure of funds therefor.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-039
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DENTON AND FREESE & NICHOLS FOR LAKE RAY ROBERTS
WATER TREATMENT PLANT; APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF
FUNDS THEREFOR; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Bob Nelson, Executive Director of Utilities, presented the
background information for choosing the engineering firm for
the design phase of the water plant near Lake Ray Roberts.
Hopkins motion, Alexander second to adopt the ordinance. On
roll vote, McAdams "ayet" Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
I. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
approving an agreement between the City of Denton and Freese &
Nichols for Lake Ray Roberts off-site water transmission
facilities and approving the expenditure of funds therefor.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-040
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DENTON AND FREESE & NICHOLS FOR LAKE RAY ROBERTS
OFF-SITE WATER TRANSMISSION FACILITIES; APPROVING THE
EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS THEREFOR; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
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Bob Nelson, Executive Director of Utilities, stated that this
contract was for the design phase for off-site water
transmission facilities.
Alexander motion, Hopkins second to adopt the ordinance. On
roll vote, McAdams "ayev" Alexander "ayew" Hopkins "ayev"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
J. The Council considered adoption of an ordinance
authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the
Architectural Collective Inc. for professional architectural
services relating to the expansion of the Animal Control Center
and authorizing the expenditure of funds therefor.
The following ordinance was considered:
NO. 88-041
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE ARCHITECTURAL COLLECTIVE INC. FOR
PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES RELATING TO THE
EXPANSION OF THE ANIMAL CONTROL CENTER; AUTHORIZING
THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS THEREFOR; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Bill Angelo, Director of Community Services, stated that 5
proposals had been received relative to the expansion of the
Animal Control Center. Those proposals were reviewed in terms
of cost, the experience of the firm, the responsiveness of the
firms and the past performances. The Committee was unanimous
in recommending the award of the contract to Architectural
Collective Inc.
Hopkins motion, Gorton second to adopt the ordinance. On roll
vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye," Gorton
"aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens "aye."
Motion carried unanimously.
6. Resolutions
A. The Council considered approval of a resolution
to validate the purchase of certain real estate located at 3911
Morse Street, Denton, Texas by the Denton Central Appraisal
District.
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The following resolution was considered:
RESOLUTION NO. R88-013
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY BY THE DENTON CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
John McGrane, Executive Director of Finance, stated that the
Central Appraisal District had purchased the building when
there was no clear legislative directives on the matter. Since
that time, the legislation had changed and the District now
needed Council approval to purchase the property.
McAdams motion, Alexander second to approve the ordinance. On
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
B. The Council considered approval of a resolution
authorizing the Police Department to use unmarked vehicles.
The following resolution was considered:
RESOLUTION NO. R88-014
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO USE
UNMARKED VEHICLES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Tom Shaw, Assistant Purchasing Agent, stated the resolution was
requesting authorization by the City Council for the Police
Department to operate the C.I.D. vehicles without the "exempt"
license plates. Effective September 1, 1987, a formal
resolution from the Council needed to be on file before the
plates could be issued.
McAdams motion, Hopkins second to approve the
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander- "ayes"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
resolution. On
Hopkins "aye,"
Mayor Stephens
C. The Council considered approval of a resolution
approving an agreement between the City of Denton and the
Denton Independent School District for a joint election.
The following resolution was considered:
RESOLUTION NO. R88-015
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF DENTON AND THE DENTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
FOR A JOINT ELECTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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McAdams motion, Hopkins second to approve the resolution. On
roll vote, McAdams "aye," Alexander "aye," Hopkins "aye,"
Gorton "aye," Ayer "aye," Boyd "aye," and Mayor Stephens
"aye." Motion carried unanimously.
The Council returned to the Work Session Item #4.
4. The Council reviewed the 1988 Utility Department
Planning Forecast.
Bob Nelson, Executive Director of Utilities, reviewed the
Denton Municipal Utilities 1988 Planning Forecast. A copy of
the Forecast in on file in the City Secretary's Office.
Miscellaneous matters from the City Manager
Lloyd Harrell, City Manager, presented the following items:
A. The Chamber of Commerce would be holding a
reception February 17 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. to welcome the Fire
Chief and Police Chief.
B. Bids had been opened for the Martin Luther King
Recreation Center. Eight excellent competitive bids had been
received. The low bidder was only $13,500 over the allocated
budget and the difference was probably negotiable.
C. Proposed Main Street Committee representatives
had been Submitted. Staff would like to formally approve those
representatives at the next Council meeting.
8. As Council did not meet in Executive Session during
the Work Session, no official action had been taken.
9. New Business
The following items of New Business were suggested by Council
Members for future agendas:
A. Council Members requested a work session items to
discuss the need for additional legal council for dealing with
the 71st session of the Texas Legislature.
B. Council Member Boyd stated that Coretta Scott
King would in in Denton April 14. He suggested a plaque
commemorating the life of Martin Luther King be made for
placement in the MLK park. He also suggested a plaque for Mrs.
King. The unveiling could be made by Mrs. King on that date.
He suggested that the Historic Landmark Committee draft and
prepare the design for the plaques.
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c. Council Member Hopkins requested a report
regarding those instances in the City of Denton similar to the
one dealing with an ambulance company and the City of Dallas,
in which the City puts up front money for a contract and the
reasons for such a practice.
10 The Council convened into Executive Session to discuss
legal matters, real estate, personnel and board appointments
(hold a discussion regarding nominations for APPA voting
delegates for the annual conference).
The following official action was taken:
Laney as voting delegate to the APPA annual conference.
carried unanimously.
Boyd motion, Alexander second to nominate Roland
Motion
11. With no further business, Alexander motion,
second to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The
was adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Gorton
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