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12/20/2004-CC-Minutes-RegularMINUTES: CITY COUNCIL December 20, 2004 PRESENT: Mayor Tommy Kincaid, Councilman Andy Garza, Councilman Joe Higgs, Councilman Glenn Ervin, Councilman Mike Lawler, Councilman Jimmy Evans OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Jack Smith, City Secretary/Assistant City Manager Rose Chavez, Paula Morales Office Supervisor, Electric Superintendent Mike Prater, Street Superintendent John Henderson, Kevin Murphy, Vickie Jenkins, James Bass, Jerri Bass, Liz Springer, John Springer, David and Sherry Herrington, Gayland Howell, Linda]] Mitchell, Elaine Sanders, Jan Looper, Don and BJ Ruff, Johnny Looper, Mary Moorehead, Ken Perry, Don McClure, Roman Juarez, Mike Howard, Judy Howard, Shelley Ruland 1. Mayor Called Meeting to Order and led the Invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT AGENDA 2. a) Approve Minutes: December 6, 2004 b) Disbursements Councilman Ervin indicated that on page three of the minutes, Item #10, the motion needed to include improvements to McReynolds Road, and that on Item #12 it needed to state that Councilman Lawler and the Mayor indicated verbally that they would resign from the 4B Board. Councilman Garza moved to approve the Consent Agenda as corrected. Councilman Evans seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 3. Citizen's Input. Don McClure, 217 N. 7"` Street, addressed the City Council regarding his willingness to serve on city boards. David Herron, 727 Dove Ridge, addressed City Council and expressed concerns regarding the golf course. He indicated he recently discovered there is some controversy and would like to get it resolved. He bought his home with the understanding that there would be a golf course in the subdivision. His other issue was the condition of Willow Street. The road needs work He asked Council to look into correcting the problem. Mr. Herron also indicated that his in-laws had purchased a house on Lake Ridge and that they have been waiting four weeks for an inspection. Jan Looper, 663 Rising Star Lane, also addressed the Council. She asked that the Council considering putting a moratorium on building permits in her area until the drainage issues are resolved. Councilman Ervin asked if this item could be placed on the next agenda. James Bass, Duck Creek Road, addressed the City Council regarding repairs to Duck Creek Road. He indicated there were pot holes in the road and when they are repaired, they are not repaired correctly. He indicated that he has complained several times to the Streets Superintendent and has not gotten any results. Lindall P. Mitchell, 7083 Falcon Loop, addressed the City Council in regards to the need of an updated economic development plan. He indicated he would like to serve on one of the city's boards. He indicated that he did live outside of the City Limits. 4. Consider and Possible Action on a Final Plat for Ridgecrest North Phase II-B, Lots 1-3, Block D & Lots 54, Block C, Being 8.29 Acres, Situated in the R. Bebee Survey, Abstract No. 29. Property is Located in the E.T.J. West of Union Hill and North of F.M. 455. Item discussed with Item #5. 5. Consider and Possible Action on a Final Plat for Lakecrest Meadow Phase H-C, Lots 840 & 21, Block B & Lots 8 & 9, Block C, Being 11.77 Acres Situated in the R. Bebee Survey, Abstract No. 29, Property is Located in the E.T.J. on Lakecrest Road, North of F.M. 455. Discussion regarding both plats. One issue of concern was the streets. Councilman Ervin indicated he would like them to put in concrete streets. Discussed that the plats are in the E.T.J. Lengthy discussion followed. City Manager indicated that streets in the E.T.J. are maintained by the County and that is why they follow County specifications. Discussion followed. Councilman Higgs moved to approve a Final Plat for Ridgecrest North Phase II-B, Lots 1-3, Block D &Lots 5-7, Block C, Being 8.29 Acres and a Final Plat for Lakecrest Meadow Phase II-C, Lots 840 & 21, Block B & Lots 8 & 9, Block C. Councilman Evans seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 6. Consider and Possible Action on Re -Appointing the Members to the Sanger, Texas Development Corporation. 7. 9. Councilman Evans moved to appoint Kim Shaw to the Sanger Texas Development Corporation. Councilman Lawler seconded. Motion carried 3 to 2. Councilman Garza and Councilman Ervin voted no. Discussion Concerning Streets in Indian Springs Subdivision, Lengthy Discussion concerning street condition in the Indian Springs subdivision. The following residents expressed their concerns to the Council: Elaine Sanders Don and BJ Ruff Mary Moorehead Roman Juarez Mike and Judy Howard Shelley Ruland Vickie and Jerry Jenkins Concerns expressed included the pot holes in the center of the streets never being repaired, and the repairs that are done do not last. Another concern was the drainage in the area. Mayor indicated that the next phase of our street project is going to target areas that are still serviced by clay water and sewer lines. The existing budget does not have allocations for major street projects. City Council discussed the possibility of a bond issue. City Secretary indicated that possibly the growth that Sanger is experiencing could effect a tax increase. To consider a bond issue, staff will need to get the financials prepared for the City's financial advisor, Dan Almon. Also, a total cost of all street repairs will need to be provided to him to determine how much of a bond issue is needed. Consider and Possible Action on Future Agenda Items for January 2005. Councilman Ervin indicated he wanted to have a workshop on the following items: a. Discussion on Long Range Plans for Parks and Street. b. Discussion on Master Thoroughfare Plan. c. Review Ordinance Concerning Fire Protection outside our Water District. d. Discuss Ordinance # 014-87 Sect. 6.02 in Regards to Street Improvements. e. Discuss Historic Renovations Plans. Meeting Adjourned. Rosalie Chavez,