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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05 0208 min354 The Plainview City Council met on February 8, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of the Plainview City Hall at 901 Broadway. The agenda for this meeting was posted in City Hall at 10:15 a.m. on February 4, 2005. Mayor John C. Anderson presided. Councilmembers present were: Mary Jane Shanes-District 2, Belinda Pena- District 3, John N, Bertsch-District 4, Wendell Dunlap-District 6 and Roland Nash- District 7. Councilmember Kelvin Tipton-District 1 and Councilmember Ron Trusler- District 5 were absent. Staff members present were: Greg Ingham-City Manager, John Castro-Director of Community Services, John Berry-Director of Public Works, Dale Simpson-Director of Civil Service, Gary Glass-Fire Chief, Will Mull-Police Chief, Rusty Reese-Parks Superintendent and Belinda Hinojosa-City Secretary News Media Representative: Richard Orr-Plainview Daily Herald Guests present were: Rev. Santos Rodriguez, Yolanda Rodriguez, Kathy. Graugnard, Mark Warren, Layton Schur, Jacob King, Adrian Perez and Aaron Youngblood Rev. Santos Rodriguez, Iglesia Bautista Date Street delivered the invocation. Layton Schur, Jacob King, Adrian Perez and Aaron Youngblood of Cub Scout Pack 206 led in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Anderson presented a plaque to Buddy McGehee in appreciation for serving on the Ports-to-Plains Board. Councilmember Bertsch moved to adopt the consent calendar. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Shanes and carried by unanimous vote. Items approved on the consent calendar included approval of the minutes of January 25, 2005 and February 3, 2005; and granting excused absences to Councilmember Kelvin Tipton and Councilmember Ron Trusler. The Council approved upon second reading, Ordinance No. 05-3440, an Ordinance of the City of Plainview amending Ordinance 04- 3425 to appropriate funds from the General Funds Reserves to account 001-48-6812; cumulativeness clause; conflicts clause; severability clause; effective date. This ordinance amends the budget to appropriate.an additional $10,500 from General Fund Reserves to Account 001-48-6812 for the City's portion for airport improvements. The Council approved the renewal of the Farming Services Agreement with Robert Wilson for an additional one year. The Council awarded the bids for motor truck cab and chassis to the Iow bidder Lubbock Truck Sales - Pakmor in the amount of $100,450. Other bids received were as follows: Lubbock Truck Sales - Impac in the amount of $100,550; Masters International - Pakmor in the amount of $103,358 and West Texas Peterbuilt - Pakmor in the amount of $109,981. The Council awarded the bids for the Integrated Tool Carrier/Loader to the Iow bidder, Yellowhouse Machinery - 544J .in the amount of $111,300. Other bids received were as follows: Yellowhouse Machinery - 544J Tool Carrier in the amount of $113,300 and Warren Caterpillar in the amount of $116,436. The Council awarded the bid for the 40 hp Industrial Paper Shredder to the lone bidder, Allegheny Paper Shredders Corp in the amount of $51,499. The Council approved upon first reading, Ordinance No. 05-3441, an Ordinance of the City of Plainview amending Ordinance 04-3425 to appropriate funds from the General Fund Reserves to Account 001-50-6301; cumulativeness clause; conflicts clause; severability City Council Minutes February 8, 2005 Page 1 of 3 clause; effective date. This is for a budget amendment to appropriate $5,101 from the General Fund Reserves to Account 001-50-6301 for replacement of the sump pumps in the basement of the library. The Council approved the purchase of an Elgin Eagle Street Sweeper through HGAC in the amount of'$129,941.16. This sweeper is a demo with 17 hours. The cost of a new sweeper would be $158,784.16 with a savings of $28,843. John Berry, Director of Public Works presented for consideration and to take the necessary action regarding Final Plat of Plainview Vistas Addition, Unit No.1 out of the NW ¼ of Section 38, Block JK-2, Hale County, Texas. He stated the Planning & Zoning Commission approved this on January 13, 2005. The plat has been changed to meet City requirements. Since the City owns the adjacent park, the City will contribute for its portion of water, sewer and street improvements as it has done in the past. The City's cost for the project is $47,500 less reimbursement for water and sewer connection charges of $29,174.30 for a total cost to the City of $18,325.70. They have a submitted a letter of credit in the amount of $405,500. There was no public comment. Kathy Graugnard, President of Plainview Vistas LP who is the owner of the development stated they are a tax paying entity and will be paying taxes on the property. The development is for 76 single-family homes with three to four bedrooms. Lot 77 will consist of a community center. Upon questioning from the Council, Ms. Graugnard stated that in order for this property to become tax-exempt, there would have to be a change of ownership, which would have to be approved by the Texas Department of Housing and be approved by the equity partner. She stated they plan to be here beyond 15 years. She stated she hoped to begin construction on March 15th. Councilmember Dunlap moved to approve the final plat. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Pena and carried by unanimous vote. Mark Warren of 3603 Grandview presented for consideration and to take necessary action a request regarding acceptance of Flag Presentation from Kiwanis Club to honor Lloyd C. Woods for his dedication and contribution to the Boy Scouts. He stated they met with the Parks Advisory Commission. The Kiwanis are wanting to put a flag presentation in Lloyd C. Woods Park in an area agreed to by Rusty Reese. It will have a 35 foot lighted pole on a concrete slab. The Club has agreed as long as the club is in existence they will furnish a flag with the City furnishing any other expenses such as electricity, upkeep and maintenance. There was no public comment. Councilmember Shanes moved to accept flag presentation. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Nash and carried by unanimous vote. Dale Simpson, Civil Service Director presented for consideration the confirmation of appointment of David Mojica to the Civil Service Board. He stated that due to a recent attorney general opinion, the City has had to restructure the Board. We currently have a two-year vacant spot. City Manager Greg Ingham has recommended the 355 City Council Minutes February 8, 2005 Page 2 of 3 356 appointment of David Mojica to a two-year term and he is asking the Council to confirm his appointment. There was no public comment. Councilmember Dunlap moved to approve the appointment of David Mojica to the Civil Service Commission Board. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Nash and carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Anderson moved to go into closed session to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of a public officer or employee, or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. [Tex. Gov't. Code Section 551.074]. City Attorney and City Manager. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Bertsch and carried by unanimous vote. Mayor Anderson recessed the meeting at 7:40 p.m. Mayor Anderson called the meeting back. into open session at 9:06 p.m. Greg Ingham, City Manager presented an update on the City Attorney position. He stated they plan on making contact with City Attorney applicants and do phone interviews. Short list of City Attorney applicants will be brought to Council. Mayor Anderson presented for consideration and possible action regarding City Manager evaluation. Mayor Anderson moved to increase the City Manager's salary by 3% of his base salary. This is a merit increase. Base salary is $101,970 with a 3% increase for a total annual increase of $3,059.10. The motion was duly seconded by Councilmember Shanes. There was no public comment. The motion carried unanimously. There being no further business, Mayor Anderson adjourned the meeting at 9:08 p.m. Belinda Hinojosa City Secretary City Council Minutes February8,2005 Page 3 of 3