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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
NOVEMBER 23, 1977
2:00 P. M.
PRESENT:
Mayor Jason Luby
Mayor Pro Tem Eduardo E. de Ases
Council Members:
*David Diaz
Ruth Gill
Bob Gulley
Gabe Lozano, Sr.
Edward L. Sample
City Manager R. Marvin Townsend
City Attorney J. Bruce Aycock
City Secretary Bill G. Read
Mayor Jason Luby called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
Ir The invocation was given by Major A. C. Ross of the Salvation Army.
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"City Secretary Read called the roll of required Charter Officers and stated
that a quorum was present to conduct a legally constituted meeting.
Motion by Sample that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of November
9, 1977 be approved as presented; seconded by Lozano and passed by the following
vote: de Ases, Gill, Gulley, -Lozano and Sample voting "Aye"; Luby voting "Nay";
Diaz, absent at the time the vote was taken.
Mayor Luby presented 30 -year pins to the following City employees:
EMPLOYEE DEPARTMENT POSITION
1. Mr. B. P. Ledbetter Gas Gas Superintendent
2. Mr. Wayne Brock Gas Gas System General Foreman
3. Mr. Hank Burton Fire Fire Captain
4. Mr. A. T. Wolfe Fire Fire Captain
Mayor Luby announced the public hearing on the text amendment to Article
31 of the Zoning Ordinance.
City Manager Townsend explained that the purpose of the text amendment is
to prezone an 8.173 acre tract of land east of Suntide Road between I.H. 37 and
Up River Road "I-3" Heavy Industrial District prior to annexation. He stated
that the owners of the tract, Lantana Corporation, have requested the zoning and
an ordinance has been passed authorizing the execution of a contract with the
owners for annexation.
City Manager Townsend presented the Council with copies of the minutes
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of the Planning Commission meeting conducted the previous evening and stated that
the Planning Commission and the Planning Staff both recommend that the tract be
zoned "I-3". Mr. Townsend also informed the Council that at the Planning Commis-
sion hearing, no one spoke in opposition to this text amendment.
No one spoke in opposition to this text amendment during this public hearing.
Motion by Lozano that the hearing be closed, seconded by Sample and passed
unanimously.
Motion by Gulley that the text amendment to Article 31 of the Zoning Ordi-
nance to prezone an 8.173 acre tract of land east of Suntide Road between I. H. 37
and Up River Road "I-3" be approved; seconded by Lozano and passed unanimously.
Mayor Luby announced the public hearing on the appeal of Mr. Roy M. Curry
from the decision of the Planning Commission to require a 5' street dedication
and the extension of an 8" water line concerning the preliminary plat of Lots 6A
and 68, Block 2, Sablatura Subdivision, located south of Leopard Street and west
of Margie Drive.
City Manager Townsend explained that this involves an appeal of the deci-
sion of the Planning Commission made on October -11, 1977; citizens have the
right to appeal to the City Council; and that is the reason for the public hear-
ing on the appeal. He also informed the Council that at the hearing before the
Commission, the water superintendent presented facts in regard to the water
requirement for the installation of an 8 -inch water line, and the platting ordi-
nance requires 50 -foot streets in residential areas, whereas this property is
located on a 40 -foot street.
Mr. Douglas Matthews, Director of Public Utilities, further explained the
water line requirement, stating that since this property is being replatted, it
is necessary for the developer to bring an 8 -inch water line down Leopard Street.
He also stated that there is presently a 6 -inch water line on Margie Street, which
was the requirement at the time this subdivision was platted, but since this pro-
perty is commercially zoned, the 8 -inch line is required now.
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Mr. Ludwig Sablatura, 11318 Margie Drive, spoke on this matter and ques-
tioned the need for Mr. Curry to dedicate 5 feet of street since all of the sub-
division has 40 -foot streets.
Mr. Larry Wenger, Chief Planner, explained that the minimum requirement
for streets in all subdivisions is 50 feet and commercial property requires 60 feet.
Mr. Sablatura pointed out that there are a number of trees on Margie Drive;
the streets were laid out in 40 -foot widths when the subdivision was developed; and
the residents are happy with the streets.
City Manager Townsend stated that the subdivision was developed prior to
annexation, and the only reason that the 50 -foot street is required at this time
is because the property in question is being replatted. He further explained that
since it is being replatted, the requirements of the Platting Ordinance must be
adhered to.
Mrs. Curry, the applicant, spoke at this time and explained that she desired
to divide this lot into two separate lots to separate her residential lot from the
business zoning that is required for the business that is located on a portion of
the lot. She stated that she wanted to'sell the business -zoned lot if possible,
but she is not financially able to construct the 8 -inch water line. She also
objected to the requirement that 5 feet be dedicated for street right-of-way since
this would greatly reduce the size of her 80 -foot deep lot, which would make it
more difficult to sell.
*Council Member David Diaz arrived at the meeting at 2:40 p.m.
City Manager Townsend pointed out that this lot is zoned "B-4", and if it
had not been zoned "B-4", the Planning Commission might have considered waiving
the 5 -foot street dedication requirement.
Mrs. Curry informed the Council that the Planning Commission members had
told her that they did not have the authority to waive the requirement, but sug-
gested that the City Council could do so if they desired.
City Manager Townsend inquired of Mrs. Curry if the owner of the property
located behind this property has any plans for anything other than a residence,
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and Mrs. Curry stated that she had discussed this with the owner and had ascertained
that she will continue to live there.
Council Member Gulley mentioned the possibility of changing the zoning on
the residential portion of the lot from "B-4" to "R -1B", and Mrs. Curry stated
that if the City will waive the street dedication and water line requirements, she
would be willing to have the City rezone the property where the two residences are
located.
City Manager Townsend stated that he sees no problem with waiving the
requirement if it is residential property, and this seems to be a hardship case
on which such an exception might be considered.
Further discussion followed on the cost of the water line, and Council
Member Sample made the observation that the cost estimate of the 8 -inch water
line would be approximately $1,000 and that it does not seem fair to require Mr.
and Mrs. Curry to pay for this. City Manager Townsend agreed that it may not
seem fair, but when a new lot is created, this is the requirement of the platting
ordinance.
Motion by Gulley that the hearing be closed, seconded by Lozano and passed
unanimously.
Motion by Gulley that the street dedication requirement be waived but that
the appeal as it concerns the water line requirement be denied; seconded by Gill.
Council Member Gill stated that she is in favor of this motion if the
property is zoned "R -1B", but indicated that she felt that the City should initiate
the change of zoning on the portion of the property that is being used for resi-
dential purposes. City Manager Townsend indicated that this could be done.
Mayor Luby called for the vote on the motion by Council Member Gulley,
and it passed unanimously.
City Manager Townsend stated that this would not be final until the plat
is signed, explaining that there has to be a public hearing on the change of zon-
ing, and the other resident involved might object. He then requested that Mr.
Wenger explain the process to Mr. and Mrs. Curry.
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November 23, 1977
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Mayor Luby called for the City Manager's Reports. City Manager Townsend
presented the following items with related comments and explanation:
a. Recommendation that a public hearing be held at 3:30 p.m. during the
Regular Council Meeting on December 14, 1977 on the following zoning
applications:
(1) Mr. Eric J. Brister: "R -1B" to "A-2", located on the north side of
Johanna Street, approximately 700 feet east of Ayers Street.
(2) Mr. Harold 0. Lund: "R -1B" to "R-2", located on the south side of
Carmel Parkway, approximately 200 feet west of South Alameda Street.
(3) Mr. W. 0. Poldrack: "I-2" to "I-3", located on the east side of
Ayers Street, approximately 2,300 feet south of Holly Road.
(4) City of Corpus Christi: "B-1" to "R -1B", located on the west side of
Eisenhower Street, approximately 55 feet south of Dunbar Street,
(5) Mr. Tim Clower, et al: "F -R" to: Tract 1 to "B-4"; Tract 2 to "A-2";
Tract 3 to "B-4"; Tract 4 to "AB"; Tract 5 to "R-2"; Tract 6 to "B-4";
Tract 7 to "A-1"; Tract 8 to "A-2"; Tract 9 to"R-2"; Tract 10 to "R -1B",
located on the west side of Airline between Holly and Wooldridge Roads.
b. Recommendation that a public hearing be held at 2:00 p.m. during the
Regular Council Meeting on December 14, 1977 on a request to close an alley
between Lot 16, Block 3 and Lots 1 & 2, Block 4, Riverside Park Addition
generally located south of Up River Road and west of Crystal Lane.
c. Recommendation that a public hearing be held at 2:00 p.m. during the Regular
Council Meeting on November 30, 1977 to amend the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
so that approximately 15 acres at the corner of McKenzie Lane and McKinzie
Road can be served by a line along the Nueces River to the main to the
Allison Treatment Plant. The property owners will construct the line
connecting to the line along the River. The property involved is a portion
of the 47.939 acre tract recently annexed.
d. Recommendation that bids be received at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 13, 1977
for truck and automotive repair and maintenance items for 6 months from
January through June, 1978 for use by Maintenance Services, the Transit
System and the Fire Department.
e. Recommendation that traffic control equipment including 31 eight -inch
traffic signals, 22 twelve -inch signals and 5 sets of school speed limit
flashers be purchased from SIGNAL ENGINEERING COMPANY, Corpus Christi, on
the basis of low bid of $8,172,51. Bids were received from three firma.
Price comparison reflects an increase of 12.6% on the traffic signals and 4%
on the school speed limit flashers. The signal equipment will be used to
replace corroded signals at Ayers and Ocean Drive with polycarbonate signals
and obsolete four way signals at 18 intersections with one way signals to
increase safety and driver observance,
f. Recommendation that a "change order" for $7,089 be issued to Duncan Industries,
Dallas for 28 double and 24 single parking meters with 2 hour maximum time
limit and 20 single parking meters with 10 hour maximum time limit. This is
the second and last purchase in a program to replace obsolete one hour meters
in the Central Business District and on a small portion of South Staples
Street near Six Points with two hour meters. The first purchase was approved
on October 26, 1977. It is recommended that a change order be issued rather
than new bids be received because Duncan has announced a 10% price increase
effective December 1. The other bid received on the first purchase did not
meet specifications. The 10 hour meters will be used to replace those damaged
during operation or out of service for repair.
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g. Recommendation that -bid award for 1,074 dark blue uniform trousers, 989
medium blue shirts and 85 white shirts for the Fire Department be made to
KAUFMAN, INC., San Antonio, on the basis ofhlow bid meeting specifications
of $27,709.20, The apparent low bid of $27,011.10 submitted by Donovan Uniform
Company of Dallas did not meet various specifications. The bid of $12,351 by
Sears Contract Sales of Corpus Christi is an incomplete bid since only trousers
were bid. The specifications called for award on an all or none basis. Also,
the trousers bid did not meet specifications. Bids were received from 6 firms.
Price comparison shows an increase of 30,3% over the uniforms purchased two
years ago.
h. Recommendation that 726 firemen jumpsuits be purchased from Famous Department
Store, Corpus Christi, on the basis of low bid meeting specifications of
$11,616. The apparent low bids of $9,619.50, $9,982.50 and $11,572.44 submitted
by the H. D. Lee Company, Inc. of Shawnee Mission, Kansas, Sears Contract
Sales of Corpus Christi and Fire Fox Corporation of New Braunfels did not meet
various specifications. It is recommended that the requirement that a sample
be furnished prior to bid opening be waived. Famous Department Store did not
furnish a sample until after the bid opening because it did not arrive from
the factory. The bid of Famous Department Store is $1,560.90 lower than the
second low bid meeting specifications. Bids were received from 6 firms.
Price comparison shows a decrease of 14%.
i. Recommendation that 17 used video display terminals be sold to CENTRAL POWER
& LIGHT COMPANY, Corpus Christi on the basis of only bid received of $30,600.
The City is lease -purchasing the terminals from IBM and has accrued 50% of
the original cost. It is recommended that the remaining value of the
terminals ,($25,440) be purchased from IBM. The purchase and resale will
result in a net gain of $5,160. The terminals are no longer needed. Design
changes in information systems on the computer require larger screen terminals.
Recommendation that the speed limit on Leopard Street, from 220 feet west
of Hereford Road to 300 feet west of Corn Products Road be reduced from
50 mph to 45 mph. Increases in commercial activity along this portion of
Leopard Street have resulted in a higher frequency of rear -end collisions.
The Traffic Safety Advisory Board so recommends,
k. Recommendation that a permit be granted to Centura, Inc. to drill a directional
well from a regular surface location in State Tract 46, Laguna Madre. The
surface location is approximately 7000 ft. seaward of Laguna Shores Drive and
two miles south of the John F. Kennedy Causeway. All provisions of the Bay
Drilling Ordinance have been met.
1. Recommendation that two amendments to the Nueces County Mental Health and
Mental Retardation budget be approved increasing it from $3,727,927 to
$3,739,015. The first amendment is $6,000 for a contract with the Crisis
Intervention Service to provide 24-hour crisis telephone service and training
of telephone volunteers. The second amendment will provide two Case Workers
I positions to handle transfer of clients between the State School and the
Community Center. It is estimated that the case workers will be able to
process an additional 85 clients during the current fiscal year. The State
Department of Human Resources will provide 75% of the $20,352 for the two
positions with'MH-MR providing the remaining 25% or $5,088.
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m. Recommendation that the contract for Theater Lighting Equipment be awarded
to Pran International for $234,280. The contract is based on the follow-
ing:
(1) Bid for dimmers
Add 32 dimmer channels (for a total of 112)
Add 83 dimmer modules (for a total of 256)
(2) Partial complement of lights
(3) Monitor/Page recall system
TOTAL:
$140,000
9,000
13,280
40,000
32,000
$234,280
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The second and third parts of Item (1) are added to the base proposal from
the contractor to obtain the desired number of dimmer channels and dimmer
modules. An appropriation of $255,000 is requested to cover contract
award plus architects' fees and related expenses. Electrical installation
will be accomplished by change order with the building contractor or by
separate contract. Bids on the project were received October 27, 1977.
n. Recommendation that Ordinance 13903 closing a portion of Corona Drive be y^
amended to include a dedicated tract of public street inadvertently omitted.
When Ordinance 13903 was passed on August 24, 1977 closing a portion of
Corona Drive, an adjacent portion intended to be closed was not included.
The public hearing and the discussions included both tracts.
o. Recommendation that Ingleside Point (Hogg Island) not be required to meet
the well clustering requirements of the Bay Drilling Section of the City
Code. The Bay Drilling Committee unanimously recommends that this aiendment
be approved and the condition that no well be drilled within 100 feet of
the shoreline be maintained.
In a discussion of Item "m" in regard to the theater lighting equipment,
City Manager Townsend explained that four bids were received on this project; two
of them were eliminated from consideration; the staff recommends that the contract
be awarded to the low bidder; delivery time for the lighting equipment is 60 days;
and the project will require 90 to 120 days for completion of installation. He
also informed the Council that the consultant recommended that the contract be
awarded to the second low bidder, but the staff has recommended bid award to Pran
International, the low bidder.
Mr. Jim Ratcliff, Architect with SHWC, explained the different'requirements
for lighting that were in the specifications which allowed the bidders to submit
an alternative system if they thought some savings could be made. He informed the
Council that the low bidder did submit a plan for an alternate system, which the
lighting consultant felt was inadequate in regard to the number of channels. Mr.
Ratcliff expressed the opinion that they did not feel that the lighting equipment
would be adequate for opera but stated that the dimmers could be ordered later.
Mr. Harold Peterson, Convention Center Manager, informed the Council that
he had contacted a number of other cities in regard to their lighting equipment,
and they had informed him that the lesser equipment is suitable for nearly all
types of performances and the more sophisticated equipment is seldom used.
City Manager Townsend stated that the City staff has checked with a number
of sources and feel that the low bidder's equipment is quite adequate. Mr.
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Peterson further explained to the Council that additional equipment that might be
required for opera could be rented and used with the system that is recommended.
There was no further discussion from the Council or members of the audience
on the City Manager's Reports.
Motion by Diaz that the City Manager's Reports, Items "a" through "o" be
accepted as presented; seconded by de Ases and passed unanimously.
Mayor Luby called for the presentation of the ordinances. City Manager
Townsend briefly explained the ordinances to be considered.
There was no discussion from the Council or the members of the audience
on the ordinances. City Secretary Read polled the Council for their votes, and
the following ordinances were approved:
FIRST READING:
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, 1976 REVISION, AS AMENDED,
BY AMENDING SECTION 53-254, SCHEDULE V, INCREASE OF STATE SPEED LIMIT IN CERTAIN
ZONES, BY DELETING THE PRESENT PROVISIONS UNDER LEOPARD STREET (S. H. 9), AND IN
LIEU THEREOF ADOPTING NEW PROVISIONS FOR SPEED LIMITS ON LEOPARD STREET AS HEREIN-
AFTER PROVIDED; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting
"Aye".
FIRST READING:
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, 1976 REVISION, BY AMENDING
SECTION 35-272 SO AS TO ELIMINATE THE CLUSTER REQUIREMENT FOR THE DRILLING OF WELLS
WITH A SURFACE LOCATION ON HOGG ISLAND, SUCH SURFACE LOCATION TO BE NOT LESS THAN
100 FEET FROM THE SHORELINE OF THE ISLAND; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting
"Aye".
SECOND READING:
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, 1976 REVISION, AS AMENDED,
BY AMENDING SECTION 53-252, SCHEDULE III, PARKING PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES ON CERTAIN
STREETS, BY DELETING THE FOLLOWING STREETS: (1) COOPER STREET, NORTH SIDE, BETWEEN
WATER AND MESQUITE STREETS, AND (2) KENNEDY STREET, NORTH SIDE, BETWEEN SOUTH UPPER
BROADWAY AND TANCAHUA STREET, AND BY ADDING THERETO AN ITEM, COOPERS ALLEY, WHICH
WILL PROHIBIT PARKING AT ALL TIMES ON BOTH SIDES OF COOPERS ALLEY, FROM NORTH TANCAHUA
STREET TO WATER STREET; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the second time and passed to its third reading
by the following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting
"Aye".
THIRD READING - ORDINANCE NO. 14045:
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE OSO
LITTLE MISSES KICKBALL FORA PERIOD OF 5 YEARS, LEASING TO THE SAID OSO LITTLE MISSES
KICKBALL A 4.23 -ACRE TRACT OF LAND IN SOUTH GUTH PARK FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING
AND MAINTAINING A LITTLE MISSES KICKBALL PROGRAM, ALL AS MORE FULLY SET FORTH IN THE
AGREEMENT, A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO, MARRED EXHIBIT "A", AND MADE A PART HEREOF.
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The foregoing ordinance was read for the third time and passed finally by the
following vote: -Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
THIRD READING - ORDINANCE NO. 14046:
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE
NATIONAL LITTLE LEAGUE FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE YEARS, LEASING TO SAID NATIONAL LITTLE
LEAGUE A 4.35 -ACRE TRACT OF LAND IN SOUTH GUTH PARK FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONDUCTING
A LITTLE LEAGUE PROGRAM, ALL AS MORE FULLY SET FORTH IN THE AGREEMENT, A COPY OF
WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO, MARKED EXHIBIT "A", AND MADE A PART HEREOF.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the third time and passed finally by the
following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE pro. 14047:
AMENDING THE 1977-78 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET OF FUND 133, DATA PROCESSING FUND, FOR
UNANTICIPATED REVENUE OF $30,600, APPROPRIATING $25,440 FOR THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS
DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT AND
AUTRORIZING TRE SALE OF DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the following
vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 14048:
ANNEXING THAT PORTION OF SUNTIDE (VIOLA) ROAD RIGHT OF WAY LYING BETWEEN THE NORTH-
EASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF I.H. 37 DESCRIBED HEREINAFTER, PURSUANT TO ARTICLE
970a, V.A.C.S., TEXAS, AS AMENDED, AND CITY CHARTER ARTICLE I, SECTION 2 (c),
PROVIDING FOR THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI OF ROADS, HIGHWAYS, AND
STREETS ADJACENT AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the following.
vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 14049:
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI ADOPTED ON THE 27TH
DAY OF AUGUST, 1937, APPEARING OF RECORD IN VOLUME 9, PAGES 565, ET SEQ, OF THE
ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION RECORDS, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME AND PARTICULARLY
AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 6106, PASSED AND APPROVED ON THE 29TH DAY OF MARCH,
1961, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 31, NEWLY ANNEXED TERRITORY, BY AMENDING SECTION 31-5
BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SUBSECTION, TO BE NUMBERED 31-5.19, SETTING FORTH ZONING
CLASSIFICATION ON THE DESCRIBED TRACT OF LAND, WHEN ANNEXED TO THE CITY OF CORPUS
CHRISTI, SAID TRACT BEING DESCRIBED AS 8.173 ACRES, MORE OR LESS, BEING OUT OF
LOT 38 OF THE H.B. SHEPPARD FARM LOTS, AND BEING A PART OF STATE SURVEY 311,
ABSTRACT 816, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the
following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley. Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 14050:
RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING THE ANNEXATION OF A 8.173 -ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF STATE
SURVEY NO. 311, ABSTRACT 816, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE FULLY DESCRIBED HEREINAFTER,
PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 970a, V.A.C.S., TEXAS, AS AMENDED, AND CITY CHARTER, ARTICLE I,
SECTION 2(b); PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing'ordinance was passed by the
following vote:• Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
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ORDINANCE NO. 14051:
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH PRAN LIGHTING INTERNATIONAL
IN TBE AMOUNT OF $234,280 FOR LIGHTING AND DIMMING EQUIPMENT FOR THE CORPUS CHRISTI
COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM; APPROPRIATING A TOTAL OF $255,000 OUT OF THE NO. 209 COMMUNITY
CONVENTION FACILITY BOND FUND, OF WHICH $234,280 IS FOR LIGHTING EQUIPMENT, $14,056.80
IS FOR ARCHITECTURAL FEES AND $6,663.20 IS FOR INCIDENTAL AND RELATED EXPENSES;
AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended -and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the
following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 14052:
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13903, PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON AUGUST 24,
1977, PERTAINING TO THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF CORONA DRIVE, LOCATED GENERALLY
BETWEEN EVERHART ROAD AND EMBASSY DRIVE, AND PADRE ISLAND DRIVE AND STONEGATE, BY
ADDING TO SUCH CLOSURE A TRACT KNOWN AS TRACT 2, BEING INADVERTENTLY OMITTED FROM
SAID ORDINANCE NO. 13903; FURTHER AMENDING SAID ORDINANCE BY DELETING THEREFROM
THE THREE CONDITIONS SET OUT FOR COMPLIANCE BY THE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance -was passed by the
following vote: Luby, de Asea, Diaz, G111, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
City Manager Townsend presented the Council with copies of committee reports
and resolutions to be considered at the National League of Cities meeting to be
held in San Francisco in December. He explained that the City of Corpus Christi
will be allowed to cast six votes on the resolutions at the meeting, but one member
will cast all of the votes.
Mayor Luby explained to the audience that the members of the City Council
will attend the National League of Cities meeting and there will be no Council
meeting on December 7, 1977.
Mayor Luby announced the public hearings on two zoning applications. -
City Manager Townsend announced the public hearing on Application No.
977-5, Mr. Rosendo Ramirez, for change of zoning from "R -1B", One -Family Dwell-
ing District, to "B-1", Neighborhood Business District, on Lots 3, 4 and 5, Block
G, Los Palmas Subdivision, located on the south side of Frio Street approximately
100' west of Greenwood Drive.
Mr. Townsend informed the Council that the Planning Commission recommends
denial but in lieu thereof a Special Permit be approved subject to the approved
site plan with a waiver of the standard screening fence between Lots 2 and 3 along
the rear adjacent to Lots 40, 41 and 42, with the specification that in the future
if those lots are developed with single-family dwellings, a fence will be con-
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strutted. He .also stated that the Planning Staff recommends denial. He advised
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the Council that in response to the notices of the public hearing, 1 in favor and
2 in opposition had been returned.
Chief Planner Wenger located the area on the zoning and land use
map; described the land use in the surrounding area; showed slides of the area;
and explained that this property contained a business that is non -conforming to
the zoning since it was in existence prior to annexation.
The applicant, Mr. Rosendo Ramirez, 1506 Frio Street, addressed the
Council and stated that he had purchased this property before it was annexed to
the City; he operates a barber shop and pool hall, in which beer is sold; he has
purchased an additional lot in the area; and he desires to enlarge the existing
building to operate a restaurant and construct a parking lot for 20 parking spaces.
Mr. Ramirez informed the Council that he will retain the barber shop and pool hall
in addition to the proposed restaurant.
Mayor Pro Tem de Ases referred to one letter in opposition to this zoning
change in which the writer referred to the noise and disturbance that occurred at
the pool hall and inquired of Mr. Ramirez if he would attempt to emphasize the
restaurant rather than just conducting the sale of beer.
Mr. Ramirez stated that was his intention.
No one spoke in opposition to this application.
Motion by de Ases that the hearing be closed, seconded by Lozano.
Mr. Noe Mendez, member of the Planning Commission who was present for
the hearings on the zoning applications, informed the Council that the Planning
Commission had voted unanimously to deny the change of zoning but to grant a
Special Permit in lieu thereof with certain stipulations. He stated that he
understood that beer would be sold but the restaurant would be emphasized rather
than the lounge that now exists.
Mayor Luby called for the vote on the motion to close the hearing and it
passed unanimously.
Motion by Lozano that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be
approved and the request for "B-1" zoning be denied, but in lieu thereof a Special
Permit be approved with a waiver of the standard screening fence requirement until
the adjacent lots are developed with single family dwellings; seconded by Diaz and
passed unanimously.
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City Manager Townsend announced the public hearing on Application No.
1077-1, Koinonia Homes, Inc., for change of zoning from "R -1B", One -Family Dwell-
ing District, to "R-2", Multiple Dwelling District, on a tratt of land out of
Lots 1 and 2, First Baptist Church tracts, and a portion of Lot 19, Beekman Place
Annex, located at the•rear of•the First Baptist Church on Ocean Drive.
City Manager Townsend informed the Council that both the Planning Commis-
sion and the Planning Staff recommend denial but in lieu thereof approval of a
Special Permit subject to an appropriate site plan. He stated that in response
to the notices of the public hearing, 16 in opposition and none in favor had been
returned. City Manager Townsend stated that Chief Planner Wenger has advised him
that there was sufficient opposition at the Planning Commission hearing on this
application to invoke the 20% rule, which will require six votes to approve. He
further stated that the opposition is from the property owners in basically the
entire area, and in particular, those residing on Kush Lane and Ocean Drive.
Chief Planner Wenger located the area on the zoning and land use map;
described the land use in the surrounding area; and showed slides of the area.
Council Member Sample mentioned the fact that a number of citizens had
expressed concern that the utilities and sewer lines in the area would be inade-
quate if the planned apartments for the elderly are constructed and asked for
City Manager Townsend's comments on this.
City Manager Townsend explained that the drainage and sewer lines are
adequate for this area, with the exception of a manhole behind the First
Baptist Church that sometimes overflows. He stated that the development of this
property would not affect the sewer or the water line.
Mayor Luby called on the applicant to speak.
Mr. John H. Thomason, member of the First Baptist Church and Director of
Koinonia Homes, Inc., addressed the Council and explained that this organization
plans to construct apartments for the elderly. Mr. Thomason stated that the
Church had attempted to cooperate with the neighbors; they discussed their plans
with the attorney representing some of the property owners; had attended a meet-
ing at the home of Mr. Leon loeb; and following the meeting, the Church Board had
made every effort to change their site plan to comply with the requests of the
neighbors in the area. Mr. Thomason then introduced the Trustees of the Church
and Mr. Jack White, who is the attorney for the Church.
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Mayor Luby requested that the citizens in the audience who are members of
the First Baptist Church stand, and a large part of the audience indicated
that they were members.
Speaking on behalf of the applicant was Mr. Johnny Cotten, Architect for
the proposed project. Mr. Cotten first introduced The Reverend Dr. Vernon 0.
Elmore, pastor of First Baptist Church, who spoke next on this application.
Dr. Elmore mentioned the fact that he regretted that the Church has
offended their neighbors, but stated that the Church had not anticipated that
there would be objections to their plans to construct apartments for the elderly.
He stated that the Church has owned this property for some time and desires to
develop it for the best possible use. Dr. Elmore explained that the Church has
a number of elderly members in their congregation who are in need of living
quarters, and it had been decided that it would be an ideal plan to provide
needed residences for some of their elderly which would provide security for
them; provide easy access to the Church for services and fellowship activities.
Mr. Johnny Cotten and his partner, Mr. Gordon Landreth, made a presenta-
tion on behalf of the applicant. Mr. Cotten displayed a site plan for the pro-
posed development; related some of the suggestions that had been made during the
Planning Commission hearing; and emphasized that they hoped to be good neighbors
to the residents of Rush Lane. He explained that to accomplish this, most of the
activities conducted for the elderly will be directed inward on the project; they
plan to construct the building 60 feet from the property line which is adjacent
to the backs of the residences on Kush Lane; in doing so, the structure will be
closer to the private road that belongs'to the Church but which is used by resi-
dents in the area; therefore, the site plan includes parking spaces next to Kush
Lane. Mr. Cotten also pointed out that the drainage from Kush Lane runs into a
ditch on the Baptist Church property, and the Church has agreed to put in a
drainage swale on their property which will provide drainage for the residents
in the area as well as the project that will be constructed. He stated that the
plans designate low lighting fixtures with screens so that the residents of the
apartments cannot see into the yards of the residents on Kush Lane and the light-
ing will not present a problem to those residents. Mr. Cotten informed the Council
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that they have been assured by the City Staff that there is no sewer problem in
the area. He expressed the opinion that it is not reasonable to allow this large
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piece of property in the heart of the City to remain vacant, stating that the
property is now zoned "R -1B" and could be subdivided into 60 -foot lots on which
two-story houses could be built which would interfere with the privacy of the
residents on Kush Lane to a greater extent that the proposed apartment complex.
Mr. Cotten stated that the plans include landscaping the area to provide screen-
ing and enjoyment for the residents of the apartments.
Mr. Cotten further stated that some of the neighbors preferred that the
development be limited by deed restrictions, but deed restrictions are virtually
in effect forever and Koinonia Homes preferred not to do this, since they felt
that the Special Permit would take care of most of the concerns expressed by
those in opposition.
Speaking in favor of this application was Mr. W. A. Sky -Eagle, a member
of the First Baptist Church, who stated that this project had been under consider-
ation by the Church for some time and he highly recommended the construction of
these apartments for the elderly.
Also speaking in favor of the Special Permit was Mr. Sydney Herndon, 4910
Greenbriar, who stated that he agreed with the Architects and the pastor of the
Church. Mr. Herndon informed the Council that the word "Koinonia" means friend-
ship, and the last thing the Church wanted to do was to offend the neighbors;
however, they do not feel that this complex will be detrimental to the neighbor-
hood or decrease property values.
Speaking in opposition to the application was Mr. Jorge Rangel, Attorney
representing a number of property owners in the area. Mr. Rangel presented back-
ground information in regard to the method by which the application was presented
to the Planning Commission, stating that the case was heard before that Commission
on October 11, 1977. He stated that the area residents that he represents had set
out some agreements which were sent to the applicant requesting that these condi-
tions be met, and if they were, then they would not oppose the application. Mr.
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Rangel further informed the Council that the property owners residing on Kush Lane
attended the Planning Commission hearing and registered complaints, after which the
Planning Commission recommended that the application be denied for change of zoning
to "R-2", but in lieu thereof, a Special Permit be recommended for an apartment com-
plex for the elderly, subject to an appropriate site plan.
Mr. Rangel pointed out that a site plan was presented by the applicant to
the Planning Commission on October 25, 1977, which was approved; the property owners
in opposition were not notified that this matter would be considered at that time;
and charged that the procedure followed by the Planning Commission was improper
according to Article 25. "Special Permit Regulations" of the Corpus Christi Zoning
Ordinance, since the Planning Commission recommended approval of a different site
plan from the one originally submitted at the meeting of October 11.
Mr. Rangel elaborated on the reasons the Kush Lane property owners are
opposed to the apartment complex, stating that they desire to live in a peaceful
neighborhood that has privacy; they are concerned that an apartment complex of
50 units which includes parking spaces for 93 automobiles will create noise, an
excess number of people, pollution, lack of privacy, etc. Mr. Rangel stated that
the residents feel that the Special Permit does not address the planning question,
and that if this Special Permit is approved, the Church has additional acres for
which they might request a similar Special Permit or change of zoning. He indi-
cated that he thought the most appropriate use for this property would be resi-
dential zoning and urged the Council not to approve the Special Permit.
In regard to Mr. Rangel's allegation that it was improper for the Plan-
ning Commission to recommend approval of a different site plan from the ane that
was originally submitted, Council Member Lozano pointed out this procedure is
frequently followed by the Planning Commission when a Special Permit is being
considered.
City Manager Townsend explained that Mr. Rangel was referring to the fact
that the Planning Commission should have an approved site plan before it acts;
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however, the Council does have the authority to reach a determination to issue the
Special Permit subject to the approval of a site plan. He stated that this could
be a procedural point, and possibly the Commission should recess a hearing until
such time as a site plan is submitted. He reiterated that the Council does have
the authority to initiate a Special Permit.
Council Member Gulley inquired of City Attorney Bruce Aycock if this is
a valid violation by the Planning Commission.
City Attorney Aycock expressed the legal opinion that due process would
be served to raise all of the questions here in the Council Meeting since it is
a public hearing, and Mr. Rangel now has the opportunity to express all of his
clients' concerns now since the approved site plan is before the Council.
Mr. Rangel stated that they are contending that they were not given due
process before the Planning Commission and alleged that the Commission did not
act properly in recommending a Special Permit without an approved site plan on
October 11.
In rebuttal, Mr. Cotten stated that the applicants were told to appear
before the Commission to apply for "R-2" zoning; they submitted a detailed site
plan; those in opposition to the change of zoning voiced their objections; the
Commission felt that some improvements should be made by the applicant to solve
some of the objections; and that is why the applicants made the revisions to the
original site plan. He further stated that the applicants were told that they
must submit a revised site plan within 45 days, and they were able to make the
suggested changes before the next meeting of the Planning Commission on October
25, 1977. He stated that he had called the Planning Department to ascertain the
date of the next meeting. Mr. Cotten further stated that he feels that the appli-
cants complied with all of the suggestions made by the Planning Commission.
Speaking in opposition to the application was Mr. Leon Loeb, 155 Rush
Lane, who is an adjacent property owner. Mr. Loeb pointed out that on the first
site plan, there were no driveways or parking areas in back of his fence and
stated that he would not object so much to a landscaped area but he does object
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to the parking area which was not on the original site plan.
Council Member Gulley emphasized that the Council makes the final decision
on approval of Special Permits and stated that Mr. Rangel has raised a technical
point, and if the procedure followed by the Planning Commission will make a differ-
ence, then he would like to recess the hearing until the Council has a legal opinion
on the point raised by the Attorney.
City Manager Townsend summarized the situation by stating that according
to the Planning Commission minutes of the meeting of October 11, 1977, a site plan
was presented; the applicants were advised that the site plan should be changed
to include certain things that the opposition had suggested; and the parking spaces
at the rear of the proposed structure seem to have presented a problem. He stated
that he would like to have an opinion from the City Attorney in regard to the legal
aspects of the procedure; however, the revised site plan was approved at a second
meeting, and the site plan is before the Council during this public hearing and the
Council has the authority to consider any site plan.
Dr. Michael L. Mintz, 141 Rush Lane, pointed out that the original site
plan did not indicate the parking spaces in that location and the opposition did
not have an opportunity to address that portion of the site plan.
Mr. Cotten informed the Council that the parking spaces were on the other
side of the property on the original site plan, but after the opposition requested
that the proposed complex be moved back from the property line 60 feet, it was
necessary to relocate the parking spaces at the rear of the property. He also
pointed out that drainage in the neighborhood goes to the First Baptist Church
property and they are creating a drainage way for the adjacent property owners.
Also objecting to the location of the parking spaces was Mrs. Leon Loeb,
155 Rush.
Mayor Pro Tem de Ases expressed the opinion that the Council should pro-
ceed with the hearing, but indicated that he felt that a serious question had
been raised about the procedure -- opportunity for the opponents to see the site
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plan before it was approved by the Commission, and the other question is that there
are three or four items the Platting Ordinance requires before Special Permits can
be granted. He admitted that perhaps the Council has not complied with this in
the past and suggested that a written opinion would be in order from the City
Attorney.
City Manager Townsend stated that the provision in regard to the require-
ments for granting a Special Permit is the,same that is read to the Council in
regard to Special Permits, and they have met those tests in the past on other
cases. He further pointed out that in any event, it will require six votes of
the Council to approve the zoning request or the Special Permit and suggested that
the hearing be continued.
Speaking on behalf of the application was Mr. Johnny H. Thomason, 5433
Ocean Drive, who informed the Council that the Church has done everything possible
to make the neighbors aware of the plans and offered to discuss the matter with
them; only two neighbors had responded to this offer; the Church Board heard that
some of the residents had retained an attorney; and that a petition was circulated,
at which time they withdrew their application. He related that the Church had
asked Mr. Rangel to write them a letter containing all of the neighbors' objections,
which they did, but requested that deed restrictions apply. Mr. Thomason expressed
the opinion that everything on the site plan is in accordance with their requests.
He also stated that the parking spaces at the rear of the building seem to be the
`primary objection of the residents, but this was necessary since they had requested
the 60 -foot building line, which would make it dangerous to have parking at the
front of the property.
Mr. Loeb stated that they objected to the parking spaces in the rear
because this eliminated the possibility of landscaping on the property.
Council Member Gulley again asked if this case is properly before the
Council and -suggested that the hearing be recessed until a legal opinion had been
obtained in regard to the procedure that had been followed.
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Mayor Luby and City Manager Townsend assured him that it is properly before
the Council, and Mr. Townsend stated that he sees no reason for recessing the hear-
ing since the proper site plan is before the Council and the opponents at this time.
Speaking in favor of the application was Mr. Joe McComb, who urged approval
of the Special Permit, and pointed out that it is very important for this Church to
do something for the elderly.
Mr. Jack White, Attorney representing Koinonia Homes, reiterated that the
objection of the homeowners is that their privacy will be invaded, but he pointed
out that this property could be used for single-family residences, which would be
less desirable than the apartments for the elderly.
The next citizen speaking in opposition was Mrs. Barbara Wasson, 125 Kush
Lane, who stated that she felt that this location was unsuitable for homes for
the elderly since there are no shopping facilities, etc., in the area.
Also speaking in opposition was Mr. Nolan Read, 133 Kush Lane, who sug-
gested that the apartment complex be located in another area.
Mayor Luby declared a recess at 5:25 p.m.
Mayor Luby reconvened the meeting at 5:35 p.m.
Council Member Sample stated that it appears that the architects on this
project have done a lot to solve a number of the problems posed by the opponents
and that he feels that the opponents have objected to the fact that they were unable
to review the revised site plan, pointing out that the site plan is before the
Council at this time; the opponents. are welcome to examine the plan; and stated
that he sees no reason to have this application heard before the Planning Commis-
sion again with the same site plan.
Council Member Gulley stated that he agreed with that statement, but also
pointed out that he would like to be sure that the procedure followed was legal and
there will be no question about it later.
Mr. Gordon Landreth, Architect on the project, referred to the fact that a
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number of people had referred to 90 parking spaces, whereas, the site plan only
indicates 42 at the rear of the building with the remainder at the side and front
of the building. Mr. Landreth also indicated that very few elderly citizens drive
at night, and there should be no problem with headlights shining in the windows of
adjacent property.
Speaking in opposition to the change of zoning was Mrs. Mary H. Dunnam,
200 Chenoweth, who stated that her property is adjacent to the proposed site and
that while the staff has stated that the sewer pipe is adequate in that area, she
has had difficulty with the sewer service when it rains.
City Manager Townsend explained that it is not the size of the pipe that
creates the problem, but the overflowing sewer is because this is such a low spot.
Speaking in favor of the application was Mr. Bill Reiff, 666 Moray, who
pointed out that while no one likes changes in their neighborhoods, the property
owner should have the right to make the best use of their property, and the Church
felt that housing for the elderly was needed.
Mr. Loeb spoke again and stated that the residents of Kush Lane are opposed
to the location of the parking at the rear of the lot.
The Reverend Elmore reminded the opponents that the only reason the parking
area was located at the rear was because those opposed to the complex had requested
that the building be set back 60 feet.
City Manager Townsend stated that the applicants have indicated a desire
to do everything possible to please the adjacent neighbors and asked if those in
opposition feel that the 60 -foot setback or the removal of the parking spaces and
driveway at the rear of the building is more important.
After consulting with his clients, Mr. Rangel reported to the Council that
they are not in a position to answer this question at this time but reiterated that
they are opposed to the construction of apartments for the elderly in this neigh-
borhood.
Council Member Gulley moved that the hearing be closed and the decision of
the Council be delayed for one week until the City staff provides a legal opinion
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as to whether or not the procedure before the Planning Commission was in order;
seconded by Diaz.
City Attorney Aycock stated that the site plan has been displayed during
this entire public hearing and expressed the opinion that he did not feel that
there is anything legally wrong with the hearing but stated that he will have a
written opinion for the Council next week.
Mayor Luby called for the vote on the motion, and it passed unanimously.
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City Manager Townsend presented the ordinance on the zoning application
of Mr. Rosendo Ramirez. City Secretary Read polled the Council for their votes,
and the following ordinance was approved:
ORDINANCE NO. 14053:
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI ADOPTED ON THE 27TH
DAY OF AUGUST, 1937, APPEARING OF RECORD IN VOLUME 9, PAGES 565, ET SEQ, OF THE
ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTION RECORDS, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, AND PARTICULARLY
AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 6106, AS AMENDED, UPON APPLICATION OF ROSENDO RAMIREZ,
BY GRANTING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A RESTAURANT CLUB AND BARBERSHOP, ACCORDING TO
THE SITE PLAN APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS
HEREINAFTER SET FORTH ON LOTS 3, 4 & 5, BLOCK G, LOS PALMAS SUBDIVISION, SITUATED
IN THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, NUECES COUNTY, TEXAS; KEEPING IN EFFECT ALL OTHER
PROVISIONS OF THE EXISTING ORDINANCE AS AMENDED; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the
following vote: Luby, de Ases, Diaz, Gill, Gulley, Lozano and Sample voting "Aye".
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City Manager Townsend informed the Council that a problem exists in regard
to CATV and explained that the Cablevision Company has been gradually losing cus-
tomers. He stated that the company plans to put in a satellite unit and also a
home box office for customers desiring it, stating that this is allowed by FCC
but not by the City, according to the terms of the franchise. Mr. Townsend indi-
cated that this will be discussed at a meeting later.
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Mayor Luby mentioned the fact that he has had reports of a man on duty
at a manhole on Horne Road and inquired about the purpose of this. City Manager
Townsend informed him that they are testing the sewage in the manholes.
Mayor Pro Tem de Ases mentioned the continuation of the evaluation of the
City Manager that the Council planned to discuss today but suggested that this be
postponed until 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 1977.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, on motion by
de Ases, seconded by Gulley, and passed unanimously, the Regular Council Meeting
was adjourned at 6:20 p.m. November 23, 1977.