CM 1978-11-14 Mtnutes of November 14, lg78
The Ctty Counct1 of the Ctty of Coppe11 met tn regular session on November
14, 1978, at 7:30 p.m. in the Coppe11 Htgh School Cafeteria.
The following 'members were present:
John Burns, Mayor
I Andy Brown, Mayor Pro Tem
~ · Roy B~ock, Councilmen
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Oavid Phillips, Councilman
Glen Whtte, Councilman
Andy Grant, Councilman
Also present were Ctty Administrator James Eltum, Ctty Attorney Larry Jack-
son, and Ctty Secretary Dorothy Tinmens. "
The meettng was called to order and everyone asked to stand while Council-.
man Pht11Los gave the Invocation.
Following the Invocation, Councilman Brock moved that the readtng of the
mtnutes be wstved; Councilman Grant seconded and'metton carrted 5-0 wtth
the mayor showtng his approval. Councilman Brock.then moved that the mtn-
utes be approved as submitted; Councilman White seconded and:~metton carried
LO 5-0 with the mayor showing his approval.
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~:~ The first item on the agenda was a reply by Councilman Grant to an editorial
in the Coppell' Star written by Kyle Oantzler. '~ouncilman Grant read a state-
merit in reply to this editorial.
The next item considered by the Council was consideration of abandonment of
a roadway easement for Mr. Jim Gllchrtst. City Attorney Larry Jackson read
the proposed ordinance. Councilman White then moved that it be approved;
Councilman Brock seconded and motion carried 4-0-1 with Councilman Grant ab-
staining and the mayor showing his approval. This ordinance will be numbered
190.
Presentation by prospective CATV applicants was the next item to be considered
by the Council. City Administrator James Elium stated that ads have been
placed in the two major Dallas newspapers, and the City had received replies
from four companies interested. However, these companies were mostly man-
ufacturers of parts rather than persons interested in putting in the cable
television system. Mr. Barnhardt who had previously made a presentation to
the Council was present in the audience to answer any questions the Council
might have concerning his previous presentation. No action was taken on
this item at this time.
An ordinance waiving pro-rata charges to property owners of record on Jan-
uary l, lg78 was then considered by the Council. City Attorney Larry Jackson
read this ordinance in its entirety. Councilman Grant then moved that the
ordinance be adopted; Councilman Brock seconded and motion carried 4-0-1
with Councilman White abstaining and the mayor showing his approval. This
ordinance will be given the number lgl.
Approval of the preliminary and final plat of the 5th Section of Northlake
Woodlands was the next item on the agenda. This item had been tabled from
previous meetings. Mr. Steve Parsons representing Troth Enterprises stated
that he had been in contact with their engineers and had been advised that
the addition of 3 inches of crushed rock would reinforce the stabilization
of the streets rather than adding more asphalt. Following discussion on this
item, Mayor Pro Tem Brown moved that it be approved; Councilman Grant sec-
onded and motion carried $-0 with the mayor showing.his approval.
Consideration of approval of proposed amendments to the North Central Texas
Council of Governments By-laws was the next item to be considered. City Ad-
ministrator Eltum stated that he had reviewed these amendments and reconmend-
ed their approval. Councilman Grant moved that they be approved; Councilman
Brock seconded and motion carried 5-0 with the mayor showing his approval.
A report from the City Attorney on the cost of the Fox and Jacobs lawsuit
was the next item to be considered. City Attorney Larry Jackson stated that
the cost for the lawsuit to the City will be approximately $3,500 plus another
$350 that has previously been paid. Councilman Brock stated that since this
is an unbudgeted item, he was concerned with where the City would find the
finances to pay this bill. City Attorney Jackson then read the Judgement
handed down in favor of the Ci.ty and stated that he will furnish the City
with an itemized statement concerning his charges.
Approval of Invoices No. 422-thrOugh 42~in the amount of $18,g45.00 for
Robert C. Kyle & Associates foreng(n&&rtng services was the next item con-
sidered. Councilmen Brock moved that these invoices be approved for payment;
Councilman White seconded and motion carried 4-1 with Councilman Grant
against and the mayor showing his approval.
Approval of Estimate No. 4 in the amount of $136,gg0.48 for Lightning Con-
struction Company was the next item considered. Mayor Pro Tem Brown moved
that this bill be approved for payment; Councilman White seconded and motion.
carried 3-2 with Councilman Grant and Councilman Brock against and the
mayor showing his approval.
Consideration of changing the December 26, 1978 Council meeting Was.the next
item on the agenda. Following discussion on this item, Mayor Pro Tem Brown
moved that the second meeting in December be deleted; Councilman Grant sec-
onded and ~otion carried 4-0-1 with Councilman Brock abstaining and the mayor
showing hig disapproval of the motion.
Consideration of contributing to The Chamber of Commerce Building Fund was
the next item on the agenda. Following discussion on this item, Councilman
White moved that it be tabled for. further consideration. Mayor Pro Tem
Brown seconded and motion carried 5-0 with the mayor showing his approval.
The City Administrator's Report was the next-item heard by the Council. City
Administrator James Eltum stated that the first monthly report for the new
budget year was included in the Council's packets for their consideration.
He also stated that the meeting on the water rate case has been rescheduled
for next Monday in Austin. Mr. Elium also stated that the Regional Trans-
portation Committee meeting had been held earlier that day and that the old
Loop g evidently is being revived for further consideration. The final item
under Mr. Elium's report was' to inform the Council that the IPA Grant had
been included in the state plan but has not received approval by HUO yet.
Approval of bills was the ne~t item on the agenda. Councilman White moved
that the bills be approved for payment; Mayor Pro Tem Brown seconded and
motion carried S-O with the mayor showing his approval.
The meeting was then closed for an Executive Session allowed under Article
6252-17, Section 2 (c) discussion with City Attorney, and Article 6~52~17,
Section ~ (gl discussion concerning personnel.
Following the Executive Session, the meeting was adjourned.
Jo'hn R. Burns, Mayor
ATTEST:
Dorothy Tinm)~, City Secretary