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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-22-2015 Council minutesThe City Council met on January 22, 2015 at 11:37 a.m., at the Plainview Convention Center, 2902 W. 4th Street, Plainview, Texas. The agenda for this meeting was posted in City Hall at 11:00 a.m. on January 19, 2015. Mayor Wendell Dunlap presided. Councilmembers present were: Charles Starnes -District 1, Larry Williams -District 2, Norma Juarez -District 3, Teressa King -District 4, Susan Blackerby-District 5, Lionel Garcia -District 6 and Eric Hastey-District 7. Staff members present were: Jeffrey Snyder -City Manager, Leslie Spear Schmidt -City Attorney, Mike Gilliland -Director of Public Works, Ken Coughlin -Police Chief, Rusty Powers -Fire Chief, lsauro Gutierrez -Information Technology Specialist, Andrew Freeman -Assistant City Manager, and Belinda Hinojosa-City Secretary. News Media Present: Homer Marquez -Plainview Herald and Caleb Hatch - Plainview Radio Councilmember Lionel Garcia led in the Invocation. Mike Fox, Executive Director of the Plainview/Hale County Economic Development Corporation presented the Economic Development Quarterly Report. Councilmember Starnes moved to accept the Quarterly Report. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Juarez and carried by unanimous vote. Sarianne Beversdorf, Director of Finance presented the Quarterly Investment Report for the period from October 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014. The beginning book value for portfolio summary — operating funds was $20,674,588 and the ending book value was $20,687,514. Interest earned during this period was $7,893. The beginning book value in demand deposits — checking account was $20,756,341 and the ending book value was $4,440,174. Interest earned during this period was $5,301. The beginning ICS deposits were $17,004,192. Interest earned during this period was $4,192. Mayor Dunlap asked for public comment. There was no public comment. Councilmember Starnes moved to accept the Quarterly Investment Report. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Blackerby and carried by unanimous vote. Jeffrey Snyder, City Manager presented for consideration on first reading, Ordinance No. 15-3618, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Plainview, Texas Leasing the Real Property at AB 500 Blk JK -2, N40 100x140 Corner Lot, Same Being 501 Denver, Plainview, Texas; Authorizing the Mayor to Sign Said Lease; and Declaring that the Policy Serves a Public Purpose. Steve McGavock plans to open a Nissan dealership. Mr. McGavock would like to continue the previous lease. The lease would be for $500 annually for five years. They want to sign the lease by February 1. Councilmember Garcia asked why the City owns this property. Mr. Snyder stated there is a drainage easement and that is probably why we own the property. This lease has been in place since the 60's. City Council Minutes January 22, 2015 Page 1 of 2 403 404 Mayor Pro Tem King asked what was the cost before; she stated they are getting a good price. Mr. Snyder stated that it was $400 a month before and this lease is for $500 annually. Councilmember Hastey asked if the City had any liability on the maintenance for the draw. Mr. Snyder stated they pay for the cleanup and maintenance on the draw. We may go in there and do some maintenance on the draw. Mayor Dunlap asked for a vote the matter. The motion carried by unanimous vote. The Council and staff reviewed the agenda for the City Council meeting of January 27, 2015. There being no further business, Mayor Dunlap adjourned the meeting at 1:12 p.m. Belinda Hinojo City Secretary City Council Minutes January 22, 2015 Page 2 of 2