09/22/1980-CC-Minutes-RegularMinutes: September 22, 1980
City Council
Present: Mayor Cole, Cooper, Nesbitt,
Others
Present:
Bridges and Spindle
Lloyd Henderson, Mary Jo Stover, John I
Lindon Carr, Lynn Mullin, Scott Felton,
Miller, Monty Perry, Rodney Smith, Sue
Jack Armstrong, Tamara L. Taylor, Rhae
W. D. Valentine, and Michael Walsh
. Sullivan,
David
Jillson,
Burden Hey,
1. The minutes of the September 81 1980 meeting were
approved as printed.
2. Motion to approve disbursements for $6,342.77 was
made by Donn Nesbitt. Bridges second. Voted unan.
3. Sanger Electric Capital Improvements. were not available.
Item passed over.
4. Donn Nesbitt made- the motion to approve the variance
for construction of a garage (beyond the required setback
line) for Marland Knight on Diane Drive. All electrical
wiring placed underground to be in conduit. Bridges
second. Voted unan.
5. Council discussed the resubdivision plat for Royce
Jones. Although Planning and Zoning.had given approval
of the plat, there was some question regarding the location
of the house and lot now owned by Mr. 1 Jones. It appeared
that this may have been excluded from the plat. Motion
was made by Benny Bridges to table the item until clarifi-
cation regarding the house and lot can be made. Donn
Nesbitt second. Voted unan.
6. City policy on regarding driveways and sidewalks on
easements damaged by the city - City Attorney John L.
Sullivan read aloud the following policy statement for
council consideration:
It is the policy of this city council that the city will
at its sole discretion, repair sidewalks and driveways
over easements in the same material as prior construction,
but no guarantee or warranty as to workmanship will be
provided to the landowner, and the city shall not be
liable in damages.in any manner therefor. Landowners
should be aware, and are presumed to know, that public
streets and utility easements are owned and controlled
by the city. Should the landowner desire guarantee as
to workmanship for such repairs, such landowner should
contract with a private contractor for cost to the city.
Although the city assumes responsibility for filling
excavations made by the city to repair water or sewer
leaks, or replace utility mains or lines, the city does
not thereby, directly or indirectly, incur or assume any
liability or responsibility to the landowner for damages
to the property over, or adjacent to the easement, or
to any person who owns improvements constructed over
easements. Landowners who construct or plant objects
or improvements over a city street or utility easement
are solely, exclusively, and totally responsible for
those improvements, and their repair. It is the policy
of this city council that this discretionary repair
policy is restricted to sidewalks and driveways and
that no repairs shall be made to any other obstructions
placed over easements.
Council discussed the policy. Councilman Nesbitt wanted
to study the policy more before voting on it. Motion
was made by Benny Bridges to accept the policy as presented.
Danny Spindle second. Voting for were Bridges, Spindle,
and Cooper. Nesbitt abstained. Motion carried 3-0.
Lloyd recommended that council consider
an electric jack hammer, generator and
the city. This equipment would enable
cleaner cuts in pavement and sidewalks
Prices given were as follows:
Electric Drive
Generator
Tools
Total
New
1155.
755.
200.
$ 21100
the
purchase of
related tools for
the city to make
and do less damage.
Used
872.94
575.65
.00
$ 1
Motion was made by Councilman Cooper to purchase a new
jack hammer and related equipment. Bridges second. Unan.
7. Pro/Rata Ordinance - City Manager Henderson questioned
the 100 foot rule in the ordinance as to "Why the city should
pay for the first 100 feet? Discussion. Mayor Cole felt
this was a logical point. Motion was made by Spindle
that the 100 foot rule be stricken from the ordinance.
Cooper second. Voted unan.
8. CATV Progress Report - Lynn Mullin with CATV gave the
first report. They have completed the tower and earth
station. CATV will begin the market east from the railroad
hacks and go west to 7th Street. Their office location
is at 802 No. 5th. Mayor Cole wanted to know when CATV
would start selling subscriptions and Mr. Mullin stated
it would be next week. CATV plans to use a door-to-door
hanger type packed and place them in sections throughout
the city. Councilman Nesbitt wanted to know if all the
cable was in place and the answer was no, not all of it.
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City Manager brought out the fact that CATV's deadline was
September 4, 1980 and that the entire system was to be
substantially completed by this date. Lloyd felt the
city was getting the run around and wanted Mr. Mullin to
give specifics on completion. Mullin stated he felt if
they got the green light from Sanger Electric they could
possibly be complete in 30 days. Councilman. Bridges w�:s-not
at all satisfied with the answer council received and was
willing to say "lets scrap the whole thing if not completed
within 30 days" and then changed his mind and made a motion•
to cancel the franchise if not completed within a fifteen
day period. Discussion followed. Scott Felton spoke.
Stated he was sympathetic with the city. The city has heard
a lot of broken promises. He stated that 90% of all the
strain is up. Cable is 20% complete and the headin, disc,
and tower is complete. He stated he felt the cable t.v.
could promise an assurance of completion if given 30 days,
and apologized for the delays. Mayor Cole asked if CATV
had adequate financing to complete the project or if they
had adequate resources. CATV representatives felt that
they did. Discussion. Motion was made by Councilman
Cooper that CATV be allowed 30 days from September 22, 1980
to complete the system or the franchise with the City of
Sanger will be cancelled. Councilman Bridges second.
Voted unan.
9. The firemen and staff appreciation function is still
under consideration.
10. Council Vacancy - It was agreed by council that each
member that wanted to could submit a name at the next
me::�ting to be voted on. Council should make sure that
those names submitted are willing to serve.
11. Executive session passed over. Item not ready for
council consideration.
12. City Hall Specifications - Lloyd requested leeway to
interview three or four Interior Decorators from Denton
to make the necessary changes at city hall. He informed
council of the hourly charge of $25.00 and it would take
approximately eight to ten hours to prepare specifications
for bidding. Discussion. Mayor Cole and Councilman
Nesbitt felt more inclined toward hiring an architect.
Lloyd to contact Jane Cornell and get prices and information.
13. Other such matters:
(a.) Lloyd talked with Jack Russell and the city
qualifies for a UDAG grant to help bring
industry into the city. A meeting with the
Chamber of Commerce Industrial Committee is
being scheduled.
(b.) Don Jones with Denton Plastics is looking to
relocate his business and is considering the
Brougham property. He would like to know if
the city would be willing to negotiate a rate
for a heavy electrical user. Their approximate
usage per month would be $4,641.00. Lindon
felt this would be an opportunity for the
Chamber to bring industry into the city.
Mayor Cole stated the city would be glad to
meet anytime but couldn't see how the city
is 40% higher than Texas Electric which now
serves the company.
(c.) Councilman Donn Nesbitt read aloud the following
note of appreciation:
I would like to say a few words. Not
as a member of the city council, but on
behalf of directors and members of the
Sanger area Chamber of Commerce.
We extend to the City of Sanger, the
elected officials, and the entire staff
our appreciation for your cooperation
in making this year's Sellabration a
great success. Thanks to "Our Fearless
Leader", Mayor Ralph Cole, for his bravery
in sitting in the dunking booth. Many
citizens did their best to dunk Ralph
and I understand he spent many pleasant
momentsin the cool water. When our city
manager (with shirt, tie and sunglasses)
took his turn in the booth the business
really picked up. You could hear people
shouting, "water, sewer, you ruined my
driveway, garbage pick-up," and other
items as they plunked down their fifty
cent pieces. Lloyd really took a beating.
--- In all seriousness, the Chamber of Commerce
would like to take this opportunity to
express our heartfelt thanks to Billy
Barclay and his crew for the many hours
-- that they spent helping prepare for this
event. Our po li.ce force is the best, not
only in North Texas, but throughout the
entire state. Sid and John were on hand
all day and available for anything that
we requested. We did have a successful
day and we of the Chamber of Commerce
cannot find the appropriate words to express
our appreciation to you the elected officials
and your staff for your cooperation.
A total of 27 units of blood was given by
Sanger area residents.
(d.) Several rural residents questioned Mayor
Cole regarding the landfill site. Questions
such as" "Are we looking at only one site?
Is there a rational basis for finding a
suitable landfill? What are the long range
plans? Why dosen't the city hire a consultant
that deals strictly in landfills?" Mayor Cole
responded to the questions.
(e.) A thank you note was read to council from Lindon —
and Jo Carr.
Meeting adjourned.
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