HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 03/15/1978PRESENT:
Mayor Gabe Lozano, Sr.
Mayor Pro Tem Bob Gulley
Council Members:
David Diaz
Ruth Gill
Joe Holt
Tony Juarez, Jr.
Edward L. Sample
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
MARCH 15, 1978
2:00 P. M.
City Manager R. Marvin Townsend
City Attorney J. Bruce Aycock
City Secretary Bill G. Read
Mayor Gabe Lozano, Sr. called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber
of City Hall.
The Reverend W. S. "Bill" Hathaway, pastor of St. John United Methodist
Church, gave the invocation.
City Secretary Bill G. Read called the roll of required Charter Officers
and stated that the necessary quorum was present to conduct a legally constituted
meeting.
Mayor Lozano announced that the following proclamations had been issued
in his office prior to the Council meeting: "AMERICAN G. I. FORUM WEEK" - March
19-25, 1978; "EARTH DAY" - March 20, 1978; and "SECRETARIES WEEK" - April 23-29,
1978.
Mayor Lozano presented retirement plaques to the following City employees:
Employee: Department: Position: Years of Service:
Mr. Gordon Perry Fire Fire Captain 30
Mr. Jessie Lanier Fire District Fire Chief 40
Mr. Henry Salazar Gas Gas System Mechanic 20
Mayor Lozano announced appointments to Boards and Commissions.
City Manager R. Marvin Townsend reviewed the appointments considered
during the Workshop Meeting.
Motion by Gulley, seconded by Sample, and passed unanimously that the
following appointees be confirmed:
BUILDING STANDARDS BOARD: TERM TO EXPIRE:
Mr. Joseph Garza, Attorney 3/3/81
Father Thomas Copeland 3/3/81
Ms. Marcella Curry 3/3/81
Mr. Jack Rice Turner, Architect 3/3/80
MICROFILMED,.
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MARINA BOARD: TERM TO EXPIRE:
Mr. Robert Gross 2/28/80
Mrs. Barry Pillinger 2/28/80
Mr. Francis Gandy 2/28/80
Mr. John Stensland 2/28/80
ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD:
Dr. Dayton L. Prouty (Veterinarian)
Mr. Mike Sahadi
Ms. Marge Frosch
Ms. Joan Urban
Mr. Don Ratcliff
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION:
Mr. David Roberts
PLANNING COMMISSION:
Mr. George Hamilton, Jr.
(Board will draw for terms)
6/14/80
7/31/80
Mayor Lozano announced the public hearing on the proposed annexation of
certain developed areas immediately adjacent to the City limits, generally includ-
ing the following:
(1) South of Saratoga Boulevard generally between Weber Road and Greenwood
Drive;
(2) Along Clarkwood Road from McGloin Road to the existing City Limits and
along Highway 44 immediately west of the Clarkwood townsite;
(3) West and north of the existing City Limits in the general vicinity of
Calallen, including property south of the City Limits across FM 624;
(4) North of Interstate 37 generally from Southern Minerals Road went and
including all developed property other than existing port related industry
on tracts larger than 5 acres;
(5) Certain properties immediately north of the City Limits at Corn Products
Road, Navigation Boulevard, Cantwell Lane, and Nueces Bay Boulevard; and
(6) A portion of Laguna Madre now surrounded on three sides by the City and
a portion of Corpus Christi Bay immediately south of the ship channel
and adjacent to the bay area previously annexed by Port Aransas when
litigation over their boundaries was settled.
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City Manager Townsend explained that there are two processes regarding
annexation, and the City is attempting to follow both procedures within the time-
table. He stated that the State law requires a public hearing regarding proposed
annexation; the City Charter requires a referendum before annexation to this City;
and the Election scheduled for April 1, 1978 requires that notice be posted by a
certain date. Mr. Townsend further explained that only the City Charter requires an
election for annexation, but it is not required by State law; the public hearing is
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required by State law; and there is a meshing of the requirements set forth by both
the City Charter and the State law. He then called on Mr. Ernest Briones, Director
of Planning and Urban Development, to explain the areas proposed to be annexed.
Mr. Briones displayed maps, located the areas to be considered for annexa-
tion, and briefly described the following areas:
Area A: Along Saratoga Boulevard, from Weber Road to Greenwood Drive,
including a commercial and industrial area known as Nottarb Subdivision, located
south of Saratoga on Weber; additional businesses in nearby Cabaniss Field; and an
area off Saratoga, between State Highway 286 and Greenwood Drive, including some
small entertainment businesses south of Saratoga.
Area B: Along Clarkwood Road, south of State Highway 44, including San
Juan Subdivision near Clarkwood; a section opposite San Juan east of Clarkwood
Road, including a mobile home park; and a portion of the old Clarkwood townsite at
Highway 44 and Rand Morgan Road.
Area C: In the Calallen area, the San Carlos Subdivision off Sharpsburg
Road; Cenizo Canyon Subdivision; and a collection of business at the southwest
corner of the Five Points intersection (Farm Road 624 and State Highway 77), and
west along Farm Road 624, including a doctor's complex and Riverside Hospital.
Area D: A scattering of industrial, commercial and residential properties
between Interstate 37 and the Nueces River, from Violet Road to Southern Minerals
Road, including a mobile home park, apartment complex and businesses along the
Interstate 37 frontage road and Up River Road, including the Tule Lake Industrial
Park.
Area E: A number of businesses at Interstate 37 and Corn Products Road,
Up River Road and Navigation Boulevard, Cantwell Lane, north of Up River Road, and
at Interstate 37 and Nueces Bay Boulevard.
Mr. Briones explained that the above are the land areas proposed to be
annexed, and in addition, the following described water areas are included in the
annexation proposition:
Area F: The water areas, one along the Laguna Madre and the other near
Port Aransas, are proposed for annexation so that the City can regulate oil and
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gas drilling activity. He stated that these areas were not annexed previously
because of questions regarding overlapping jurisdiction, and since these questions
have been resolved, annexation of the two areas will provide that all water area
from the ship channel to the Kleberg County line in the Laguna Madre will be
included in the City limits.
Mayor Lozano recognized Mr. Roger Butler and others associated with the
Nueces County Water Control and Improvement District No_ 3, Robstown, who were
present in the audience.
Mayor Lozano then called for comments from -the audience in regard to the
proposed annexation.
Mr. Edwin Prichard, Attorney, Guaranty Bank Plaza, spoke on behalf of
several owners of businesses located in the area north of I. H. 37 and confined
to the area from Corn Products Rd.west to Clarkwood. Mr. Prichard reminded the
Council that this area has been designated for industrial development in the past.
He displayed before the Council an aerial photograph of the area referred to and
mentioned that there are several small areas in this general vicinity that are
not planned for annexation at this time.
Mr. Prichard continued by stating that there are many citizens in the
City who are either unemployed or underemployed; contended that heavy industry
provides the best opportunity for employment; therefore, this area should not be
annexed. He referred to a remark previously made by City Manager Townsend that
there was no reason why industry could not operate within the City limits and
that the trend is to have industry within the City limits. In rebuttal to this
alleged remark,.Mr. Prichard stated that if the City has all of the industry that
is desired, then it would be reasonable for the City to be indifferent, but this
is not a good position at this time because heavy industry should be encouraged.
He reiterated that certain areas were excluded from this annexation election and
that this proposed area to be annexed was not included in the 1962 annexation
election, and expressed the opinion that this area was omitted from that election
so that heavy industry could use it.
Mr. Prichard mentioned the fact that the staff has stated that port -
related industries should not be annexed, but pointed out that the Goldston
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Company, which is included in the area to be annexed, performs 90% of their work
for port -related industries in these areas. He referred to Ordinance No. 12281
which sets forth the policy as to when properties are to be brought into the City,
with the exception of port -related industries. Mr. Prichard expressed the opinion
that the Council -- not the staff -- should make the decision as to whether or not
property is port related. Mr. Prichard pointed out that this particular area is
the only area that is not within the City limits that is next to the water. He
also stated that in the past, heavy industry has been exempt from annexation and
expressed the opinion that this area should not be annexed so that further heavy
industrial firms will be attracted to the City. He also mentioned that quite a
bit of undeveloped areas are within this area.
Mr. Prichard mentioned that on the northwest corner of Navigation Boule-
vard and Up River Road is land owned by the Creager Tire and Battery Service, which
has been acquired by the Howell Refinery; property owned by the Jess Edwards Company
has been sold and is strictly port related; and an area that was used by Burtex
Constructors, Inc. which has been sold to an oil company. He contended that if
these properties had been within the City limits, the land would not have been
available for this type of use. Mr. Prichard summarized by stating that the point
that he is making is that property in this area is sold frequently, and it is likely
that if these properties had been inside the City limits, they would not have been
sold for oil or port -related industries.
Mr. Prichard further mentioned that these areas may have water for which
they pay extra, but they are not receiving other City services. He also alleged
that these companies are paying 5% City sales tax on items that are sold there.
Mr. Prichard continued by saying that some of his clients are skeptical
about this public hearing because absentee voting has already started, and the
Council has not had the opportunity to hear input from the public, upon which they
are supposed to make a decision as to whether or not these areas should or should
not be annexed. He expressed the belief that he does not think that is correct,
because he feels that the Council is going to do what is best for the City, and if
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the Council feels that an area should be provided for heavy industry, then they
will not annex it regardless of the fact that absentee voting on the annexation has
already started. Mr. Prichard suggested that the Council not base their decision
on slides that are shown to them of these areas, but instead should go out into the
area and examine each business firm that is considered for annexation. He then
presented the Council with a list of the firms he represents and requested that a
decision be made on this particular area before discussion is heard on some
other area. He asked all of the representatives of the companies in this particu-
lar area to stand, and a large portion of the audience stood up.
The next person speaking in regard to this same area was Mr. Chancey White,
a representative of Joe D. Hughes, Inc. Mr. White informed the Council that they
have a terminal facility which is a trucking operation in this area, and he endorsed
the remarks made by Mr. Prichard. He expressed the opinion that if annexation
occurs along the Coast portion that is primarily heavy industry, then this area will
not grow and, in fact, will decrease in business. He urged that this area not be
annexed.
Also speaking in opposition to the proposed annexation was Mr. Putt Hill,
a Realtor, 7201 Up River Road, who is associated with the Tule Lake Industrial Park.
He stated that the many companies who have joined together to oppose this annexation
are doing so because they believe in the City of Corpus Christi and they are con-
cerned that such annexation will hinder the development of Corpus Christi. He also
expressed the opinion that these companies are serving oil industries and port -related
industries, pointing out that the Tule Lake Industrial Park is ideal for leasing to
port -related industries.
Mr. Ronnie Sizemore, 10001 Leopard, spoke in opposition to annexation next.
He stated that he is a contractor with a business located in the area proposed to be
annexed, but he wanted to make a few points about annexation in general. Mr. Sizemore
reminded the Council that the Flour Bluff area and the far west side were annexed in
1962, and the residents of those areas are still suffering from the annexation. He
alleged that in 1967, 1969 and 1970, the Council in office refused to include this
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area that is being discussed in the annexation procedure. He further stated that
he is an advocate of non -annexation until City services are furnished to an area,
pointing out that he feels that there are some areas in Flour Bluff that are still
not served with all City services. Mr. Sizemore further stated that he does not
believe in "gerrymandering" annexation but that annexation should be done in a
straight, reasonable line.
Mr. Sizemore then questioned the Council as to why the ordinance calling
the election was passed on an emergency basis and expressed the opinion that any
matter of this magnitude should have been placed on a three -reading basis. Be
related that recently the Assistant City Manager made a presentation before the
Chamber of Commerce, following which the Board of the organization voted in favor
of the annexation without allowing anyone else to express their viewpoint on this
proposed annexation. He summarized that as soon as the property he'owns outside
the City limits is served by all City utilities, he will voluntarily annex all of
such property.
In rebuttal to Mr. Sizemore's remarks, Mayor Lozano reminded him that this
Council had nothing to do with the annexation that occurred in 1962 and pointed
out that there are some areas in Flour Bluff about which nothing more can be done.
Mr. Sizemore countered this statement by suggesting that if there are areas
that cannot be served with utilities, then the owners of Such property should be
given some tax break.
In reference to Mr. Sizemore's remark that all City limits lines should be
straight, Council Member Gill pointed out to him that if this is done, some areas
that are port -related would be annexed.
Mr. Sizemore stated that he did not literally mean straight lines but
referred to the fact that sometimes one piece of property is annexed and the pro-
perty adjacent to it is not.
Council Member Sample stated that he wanted to make one point concerning
Mr. Prichard's presentation. He complimented Mr. Prichard on his presentation,
but pointed out to him that annexation on this area under discussion had been
under consideration for several months; that it was discussed at the time the
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last bond election was held; the Planning Commission conducted several meetings to
discuss the areas to be annexed and had recommended all of these areas; several
months later, the Council discussed annexation during their weekend workshop, and
the Corpus Christi Caller -Times had reported on all of these discussions. Mr.
Sample then stated that during all of that time, there was no input to the Council
from most of these companies that are now opposing the annexation.
Mr. Sizemore contended that this information was not generally known by
the citizens because there is very little news about the actions of the Council.
He further stated that this public hearing is the only opportunity for citizens
to speak, since the ordinance calling the election was read and passed on an
emergency basis.
Mr. Prichard spoke again and stated that it was not certain until two weeks
ago exactly when the annexation election would be held. He alleged that since that
time, some changes have been made in the original annexation plan, referring to the
fact that former Mayor Farrell Smith's property was removed from the annexation
proposition. He indicated that he and his clients were not aware that they would
be allowed to speak on the matter until the public hearing today.
Council Member Sample emphasized that the public was aware that an annexa-
tion election was forthcoming and reminded him that former Mayor Smith obviously
knew about it and appeared before the Council two weeks ago when the ordinance was
considered.
Council Member Gulley also contended that the public must have known about
the proposed annexation plan, because the Council weekend workshop was conducted
on February 17, 18 and 19, following which the headlines in the newspaper reported
that the Council planned an annexation election, and most people knew which areas
were proposed to be annexed.
Mr. Prichard stated that he and his clients just did not know that the
election would be called so quickly. Council Member Gulley stated that the date
of April 1 was set because the State Legislature has limited cities on the number
of days on which an election may be conducted.
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City Manager Townsend asked to respond to some of the remarks made per-
taining to the State law and the annexation procedure. He stated that both this
public hearing and the election are preliminary steps, and the areas considered
for annexation will be annexed by ordinance after the election.
Mr. Townsend explained the history of the reasons for omitting the area
along the ship channel from annexation, stating that the area was left out of
annexation consideration in order to generate activity in this port rather than
other port areas in Texas, and that is the only kind of industry that this area
was set aside for. He further stated that an agency serving those industries and
other businesses was not involved in the original analysis and indicated that
most industry in the United States is inside the city limits.
City Manager Townsend referred to the statements made about the 1962 annex-
ation. He stated that at the time this annexation was discussed, it was noted that
if only the developed areas were annexed, the City limits line would be very irre-
gular, and the Council in office at that time set certain lines. He also stated
that the river frontage was annexed at that time to eliminate the possibility of
other towns annexing areas down to the Port; at that time, some of the industries
were left out to keep the straight boundary lines.
In regard to this annexation election, City Manager Townsend emphasized
that the Council had given a great deal of thought to the areas proposed to be
annexed; they had taken a bus trip to examine all of the areas at length; the
area under discussion is served by Fire Station No. 12, as well as the Annaville
Volunteer Fire Department; and stated that if these companies are paying 5% sales
tax as Mr. Prichard had contended, then he did not understand why they were. He
stated that the only City service that these companies do not have is sanitary
sewer service, and this is not automatically provided by the City but is the
responsibility of the developer. City Manager Townsend also stated that there
are certain scattered areas that are not heavily populated that do not need
sanitary sewer service but can be served very well by septic tanks, such as
service operations and contractors, yards. He also expressed the opinion that
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the companies opposing the annexation of the area under discussion should be help-
ing to pay taxes for the services that they receive by using City streets and other
services within the City limits.
Mr. Prichard, in rebuttal, referred to City Manager Townsend's comments
about the proceedings and the election being preliminary and the Council will later
make a decision as to just which areas will actually be annexed. He pointed out
that the ordinance calling the election was very specific and the ballot is very
specific and pointed out that when citizens vote "yes" or "no", they assume that
they are voting on the areas as listed in the ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Gulley pointed out that the City annexes property by ordi-
nance after the election.
Mr. Prichard again objected to the procedure being followed and contended
that commencement of absentee voting prior to a public hearing to obtain citizen
input is the wrong sequence of events. He also asked where "port -related industry"
is defined and stated that the only reference is the ordinance previously referred
to concerning water outside the City limits and indicated that he felt that this
portion of the ordinance could be interpreted in a number of different ways. He
also took exception to the statement that this area is served by the City Fire
Department and related an incident that had occurred when one company in the area
had called the City Fire Department and had been referred by personnel there to
the Annaville Volunteer Fire Department.
City Manager Townsend indicated that he would like to make a statement in
regard to Mr. Prichard's earlier contention that the business owners included in
this area were not aware that their property was being considered for annexation.
He pointed out that essentially two public hearings were held during the first and
second reading of the ordinance prior to the bond election at which time the annex-
ation was being considered, and the proposed annexation was discussed at length at
that time.
A Mrs. Garcia, a resident of the San Juan Subdivision which is also proposed
for annexation, spoke at this time and stated that the residents of this subdivision
have only water, sewer and gas service from the City. She informed the Council that
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their electric service, which is supplied by a cooperative electric company, is very
expensive and stated that the people in that subdivision would not object to annexa-
tion if their electric service were supplied by Central Power and Light Company.
Mrs. Garcia also stated that they do not even receive newspapers in that area and
are unaware of events that occur in the City of Corpus Christi.
City Manager Townsend explained to Mrs. Garcia that the water and sewer
services will be considerably less for this area if it is annexed and also assured
her that if the subdivision is annexed, the electric rates would have to be regu-
lated by the City of Corpus Christi, even though the service is supplied by the
electric cooperative.
Speaking next in opposition to the proposed annexation was Mr. Phil
Berryman, Attorney, Petroleum Tower, on behalf of Frell, Inc. and Mack Sales,
Inc. He stated that he did not feel that enough study had been done by the City
as to whether or not an industry is port related; his client receives several
hundred tons of material through the port; and also questioned whether or not
the City has the authority to annex a narrow strip of land, referring to the State
law that dictates that a City may not annex an area that is less than 500 feet
wide. Mr. Berryman pointed out that the land he refers to is not 500 feet wide
and asked for an opinion from the legal staff as to whether or not the City may
annex such an area.
City Manager Townsend replied that it is well accepted that the 500 -foot
regulation refers to a parcel of land -- not just one piece of property and
informed Mr. Berryman that this State strip annexation bill was designed to
prevent a city from annexing a small portion of land around other areas, and the
situation he is referring to is entirely different.
Also speaking on behalf of Frell, Inc. and Mack Sales, Inc. was Mr. Joe
French, who stated that when the annexation proposal was removed from the bond
election in October, he did not know that the annexation would be considered
so soon and the ordinance calling the election would be passed on an emergency
reading. Mr. French asked for information as to what rule was used to delete
Bay Fabricators, Inc. and Berry Contracting, Inc. from annexation consideration,
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as well as other companies. He alleged that this annexation matter was not well
planned, and it is unfair to omit some industries and not others. He suggested
that the Council should study each business firm more carefully before setting an
annexation election. Mr. French inquired as to how City Manager Townsend had
determined that some companies should be eliminated from the annexation proposi-
tion.
City Manager Townsend responded to Mr. French's question implying that
this was the City Manager's recommendation and assured him that it was not and
that the annexation propositions were determined by the City Council, the Planning
Commission and the staff. In reply to Mr. French's question concerning the rea-
son some companies were deleted from the annexation proposition, Mr. Townsend
stated that the firms in question had presented documents that proved that they
were actually port related.
Mr. French informed the Council that many shipments from his company go
through the Port to foreign countries and expressed the opinion that if Bay
Fabricators, Inc. and Berry Contracting, Inc. are deleted from annexation; then
his company should also be deleted.
The next citizen speaking in opposition to annexation was Mr. Dan Kilgore,
9025 Agnes. He referred to a tract proposed for annexation on the western boun-
dary of Clarkwood; stated that this tract includes 40 acres, 36 acres of which
are farmland; and informed the Council that he had talked to Mr. Beswick Wray of
the State Department of Highways and Public Transportion, who had informed him
that it would be 20 years before the planned bypass is completed. Mr. Kilgore
contended that in view of this fact, there is no justification for annexing this
farmland at this time, since the area is not developing. He also stated that no
City newspapers are delivered in this area and the residents are not aware of City
events.
Council Member Gill inquired about the City limits line boundary if this
property is eliminated from the annexation proposition, and City Manager Townsend
replied that the depth to be annexed off of Highway 44 would have to be 500 feet
since a street is involved. He reminded the Council that this particular boundary
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line was suggested by the Council because it was a logical boundary, and the
bypass referred to was supposed to be constructed much sooner than Mr. Wray had
indicated to Mr. Kilgore.
Council Member Gill inquired if this property could be eliminated from
the annexation even though absentee voting has commenced, and City Manager
Townsend replied that this could be omitted even after the election.
Council Member Diaz expressed concern that the citizens voting on the
annexation propositions would question the election procedure if the Council
should decide not to annex land which was approved for annexation as a result
of the election.
City Manager Townsend assured him that this was not the question -- he
was just stating that it could be done.
Mr. Milford Zuch, 3710 Bratton Road, stated that his electrical company
is located in Nottarb Place and that he objected to annexation of this area
because of the following reasons: (1) City police will not serve this area;
(2) the companies in this area must provide their own trash and garbage pickup;
(3) the County performs street maintenance in the area; (4) natural gas is not
available; (5) electrical service is provided by Nueces Electric Coop; (6) there
is no sewer service in the area; and (7) the City does furnish water but it is
through a water line that was provided by the developer.
City Manager Townsend assured Mr. Zuch that this area does have all City
services except sewer service available at this time, and as soon as the area is
annexed, the City will provide all other services mentioned.
Also speaking in opposition to annexation was Mr. James Plank of Gunder -
land Marine Supply at 1221 Cantwell Lane. Mr. Plank informed the Council that a
letter had been provided the City which indicated that his company was definitely
a port -related industry, yet they were still included in the proposed annexation.
Re also questioned the reason why the annexation election was called so quickly,
questioned the legality of it, and requested that the number of voters who had
voted absentee at the time the public hearing is concluded be entered in the
minutes of this meeting.
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Also speaking in regard to Gunderland Marine Supply was Mr. Kenneth Gunder -
land, who stated that they are definitely port related and mentioned the number of
employees in this industrial area who would be vitally concerned if annexation
occurs.
Mr, A. C. Johnston, stated that he has property that is to be annexed, but
he is happy to have it annexed; however, he expressed concern that the election
was called too quickly without enough study. Mr. Johnston stated that he felt
that some companies were omitted from the annexation and others which were appar-
ently the same type of company were included in the annexation proposition. He
expressed the opinion that this is not fair to the citizens if the same criteria
is not used for all property.
Mrs. Carolyn Custer, associated with the Tule Lake Industrial Park,
expressed opposition to the fact that the people whose property is being annexed
are not even allowed to vote on the issue.
City Manager Townsend informed her that the City Charter provides that an
election must be held by the City, but the State does not, and in any City elec-
tion, only registered voters who reside within the City limits may vote.
No one else spoke in regard to annexation.
Motion by Gulley that the hearing be closed, seconded by Diaz, and passed
unanimously.
City Manager Townsend stated that since they must comply with the hearing
process and the election process and input has been provided by the public, it
would seem appropriate to table the matters discussed until after the election,
since the election process cannot be changed. He stated that after the election, it
would be up to the Council to decide whether those items included in the election,
assuming that they are approved, should in fact be annexed. Mr. Townsend pointed
out that the Council will have the testimony provided during this hearing and the
results of the referendum to guide them on their decision. He, therefore, sug-
gested that the matter be tabled until they are prepared to canvass the results of
of the election and decide the entire matter at that time.
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Council Member Diaz asked City Manager Townsend if he is saying that the effect
of the annexation election will constitute a referendum.
City Manager Townsend explained that in this process, there is an effort to
merge a Charter provision and a State law that have timetables which overlap, and
that is the reason frustration exists in having absentee voting in progress
at the same time the public hearing is being conducted. He reiterated that the
Council will have to decide on the matter after both processes have been completed.
Council Member Diaz questioned Mr. Townsend as to why an ordinance is
required to annex land after a referendum has been held, and City Manager Townsend
stated that this is the process by which the Council carries out the authority
granted to them by the referendum.
Council Member Diaz then inquired if an ordinance is not passed, annexation
would never occur, regardless of the result of the election, and Mr. Townsend
stated that this is correct.
Mr. Sizemore asked to speak again and inquired if the ordinance annexing
the property would be passed at the time of the canvass of the election, and
Mayor Lozano explained that this was correct.
Mr. Sizemore stated that he assumed that at that time, the Council can
either delete property from the annexation proposition or annex all of the pro-
perty included in the proposition. He then inquired if his group would be
allowed to make further statements or presentations at that time.
Mayor Pro Tem Gulley confirmed that the Council will annex by ordinance,
and anyone is allowed to speak on any ordinance that is presented to the Council.
Mr. Sizemore then stated that he understood that the Council is not taking
a stand on the property to be annexed because the decision will be made the day
the ordinance is considered, after the election. Mr. Sizemore stated that his
group does not now know how they stand, and the only alternative for them is to
oppose the annexation as a whole.
Mayor Lozano reminded him that they will have the opportunity to speak at
the time the ordinance is considered. He also pointed out to Mr. Sizemore that
the Council can delete property from that listed on the proposition but cannot add
property that is not listed.
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Mr. Prichard asked to speak again since there seemed to be legal problems
involved. He expressed the opinion that City Manager Townsend has stated that
there is a problem involved in the meshing of the Charter and the State law and
the overlapping of a time element. He further stated that he did not think that
there would necessarily have to be a problem and contended that the proper manner
would be to comply with the State statutes by first publishing the notice of the
public hearing on the question of annexation,and after the public hearing, insti-
tute the annexation proceedings. Mr. Prichard pointed out that by this timetable,
the citizens would know exactly which property they are voting to annex. He also
stated that at this point, the Council has legally not really determined that the
property listed on the ballot is not the specific area that will be annexed.
Council Member Sample stated that this may be implied, but this is not
expressed because the Council has not indicated that anything will be deleted from
that which is listed on the ballot.
Mr. Prichard then questioned how a citizen nan intelligently cast a vote
when they are aware that the specific areas listed on the ballot may be changed
at the time the ordinance is passed. He then alleged that some changes have
already been made since the ordinance calling the election was passed on March 1.
Mayor Pro Tem Gulley assured him that no changes have been made since the
ordinance -was passed, and City Manager Townsend confirmed this statement by
explaining that the changes were made during the Council meeting prior to the
passage of the ordinance.
No further discussion occurred in regard to the proposed annexation.
Noting that a public hearing on zoning applications had previously been
set for 3:30 p.m., Mayor Lozano announced the public hearings would be held prior
to discussion of other items on the agenda.
City Manager Townsend announced the public hearing on Application No.
278-1, Ms. Maria M. Gonzalez, for a change of zoning from "R-2" Multiple Dwelling
District to "AB" Professional Office District on Lot 28, Block 14, Belaire Park,
located on the west side of South Staples Street approximately 500' north of
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Maryland Drive. He informed the Council that both the Planning Commission and
Staff recommend that the application be denied. Mr. Townsend further stated that
in response to the notices of the public hearing, 3 in favor and 3 in opposition
had been returned.
Chief Planner Larry 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
stated that the applicant proposes to purchase this property to establish a child
care center.
Mayor Lozano called on the applicant to speak at this time.
Ms. Maria M. Gonzalez, 6309 Aspenwood, opened her presentation with a
prayer and informed the Council that the idea for the child care center was given
to her by the Heavenly Father to be located in this area. She stated that such
a facility is needed in this area. Ms. Gonzalez referred to objections presented
by residents in the area at a previous hearing on this application, stating that
they opposed the change of zoning because a traffic problem would be created.
Ms. Gonzalez contended that the traffic would be no worse than at other day care
centers. She assured the Council that her facility would be in compliance with
State regulations of the Welfare Department, and the facility would be checked by
the Fire Department. Ms. Gonzalez stated that excessive noise would not be a
problem because the children would be inside most of the time.
City Secretary Read informed the Council that Mrs. J. B. Trimble was unable
to attend the meeting today but had called by telephone to voice her objection to
the application.
Also speaking in favor of the change of zoning was Mrs. Viola Wright. She
stated that she works at a day care center, and there is no objectionable noise
created at such facilities -- only the happy voices of children.
Speaking in opposition to the application was Mr. Joe Sammam, 2949 South
Staples Street, who stated that he had attempted to have his property rezoned to
"AB" zoning and the request was denied. He indicated that he is opposed to having
one piece of property zoned "AB" but not another, but suggested that this two block
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area all be rezoned for professional offices. Mr. Sammam pointed out that the
property is primarily rental property which is being allowed to deteriorate.
Mr. Ernest Wranosky, representing the Planning Commission, informed the
Council that the Commission voted to deny this application on the basis that it
would be an intrusion of a residential area and would represent spot zoning. He
stated that the Commission felt that Ms. Gonzalez had planned a good project but
felt that it should be located in another area.
Motion by Gulley that the hearing be closed, seconded by Holt, and passed
unanimously.
Motion by Gill that the Council concur with the recommendation of the Plan-
ning Commission and the application be denied, seconded by Juarez, and passed
unanimously.
Council Member Sample explained to Ms. Gonzalez that her project was a very
good one, but approval of the change of zoning to "AB" would constitute spot zoning.
Ms. Gonzalez stated that she will have the day care center anyway, but with
fewer children, which would be allowed under the present zoning.
*
City Manager Townsend announced the public hearing on the Text Amendment
to the Zoning Ordinance amending Article 27, Supplementary Height, Area and Bulk
Requirements, to clarify side and front yard requirements for corner lots and
where the lots within 200' of the subject lot have front yards less than the
required minimum.
Mayor Lozano ascertained that no one in the audience was present to speak
on this matter, and City Manager Townsend noted that.a numberof people'associated'
with the Sister City Committee were present for the discussion scheduled for 5:00
p.m. and suggested that this matter be discussed at this time.
Motion by Holt that the public hearing on the Text Amendment be tabled,
seconded by Gulley, and passed unanimously.
* * * * * *
City Manager Townsend stated that the Sister City discussion had been sche-
duled to discuss the structuring of the committee and its program and that current
and past General Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and officers of that committee had been
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invited to attend the discussion, as well as Mrs. Phyllis Burson, Director of Com-
munity Enrichment, the City Department that works with this committee.
City Manager Townsend presented the Council with copies of a memorandum
prepared by Mr. Tom Basile, Administrative Assistant, containing suggestions on
the structure of the Sister City Committee and the method of appointing members.
Council Member Diaz noted that one of the Sister Cities had been placed on
the inactive list and inquired as to why Santa Cruz de Tenerife would no longer be
a Sister City to Corpus Christi.
City Manager Townsend explained that the Council had felt that the emphasis
should be placed on the two Sister Cities of Tampico, Mexico and Yokosuka, Japan.
Mr. W. B. "Dub" Willson informed the Council that he had enjoyed serving as
Chairman of the Sister City Committee and thanked the Council for their participa-
tion in the exchange program with Yokosuka. Mr. Willson mentioned that at this
time, approximately 500 people are listed as members of the General Committee, and
it is difficult to determine whether or not they are active members. He indicated
that such a large number of members presents a problem and stated that he feels that
the number of members should be 25, as suggested by Mr. Basile. He suggested that
the membership of 25 be divided into groups to work with each Sister City.
Mrs. June McKinley suggested that the young people who have represented the
City in the past as exchange students to Yokosuka should be appointed to serve on
the Committee, since most of them have expressed a desire to do so; they would be
knowledgeable about the program; and would be very helpful to other members of the
Committee. Mrs. McKinley stated that she agreed to a steering comprised of 25
members, but suggested that each sub -committee be allowed to have additional inter-
ested members.
Mr. Claude Melton stated that he had served on the committee to select stu-
dents to go to Yokosuka and he agreed with Mrs. McKinley that students should be
appointed to the Committee and suggested that a student from each school district
should be appointed to the Committee. Mr. Melton also suggested that the exchange
students to Yokosuka be allowed to visit in that city for four weeks instead of two.
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Mrs. Sam Stokes expressed the opinion that the composition of the Sister
City Committee should be in compliance with the guidelines set forth in the People
to People Program and recommended that the Mayor make the appointments, to be con-
firmed by the Council.
City Manager Townsend assured her that the existing ordinance specifies this
now.
Council Member Diaz suggested that the Council concur with the recommenda-
tions included in Alternative No. 4 of Mr. Basiles memorandum, which suggested
the creation of three separate committees - one for each of the three sister cities;
that the membership of each committee be nominated by the Mayor and confirmed by the
Council with the Chairman of each committee to be appointed by the Council. This
alternative also recommended the creation of a Steering Committee consisting of the
Chairman of each committee plus a certain number of other members from each com-
mittee.
Mr. Willson mentioned that Santa Cruz de Tenerife has been designated as a
Sister City and questioned whether or not it could be eliminated.
Mrs. Anna Saenz suggested that when appointments have been made that some
type of orientation program be scheduled for new members to make them aware of the
purpose of the program and the concept of the Sister City Committee.
Council Member Gill and City Manager Townsend agreed that this was a good
idea.
Several Council Members requested that the representatives present at this
meeting submit suggestions for appointees to be appointed to the 25 -member Steering
Committee.
City Manager Townsend stated that there will still be a general list of
citizens who are interested in the program who could be informed of special events
conducted by the Committee.
Council Member Gill suggested that the finance committee work for the
entire group.
City Manager Townsend stated that an ordinance will be drafted setting forth
the items discussed today, and if the Council agrees, this matter will be on the
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agenda in two weeks.
City Manager Townsend suggested that the Council consider the proposed text
amendment in regard to the front yard requirements which was tabled earlier during
the meeting.
Motion by Juarez that the matter be removed from the table and the public
hearing on this item be continued; seconded by Holt; and passed unanimously.
Chief Planner Wenger explained that this section of the Zoning Ordinance
is difficult to interpret, and the Board of Adjustment has requested that this
portion be revised for clarity.
No one spoke in opposition to this proposed text amendment.
Motion by Diaz that the hearing be closed and the following amendments be
approved:
Amend Article 27, Supplementary Height, Area and Bulk Requirements, as
follows:
1. Amend Section 27-3.03 Front Yards, Subsection 27-3.03.05 to read as
follows:
27-3.03.05 Where the street frontage within 200 feet on either side
of a lot within a block is improved with buildings which
have a front yard that is less than the required front
yard in the district, the required front yard may be
reduced but no building shall project beyond the average
front yard of the two adjacent buildings on either side
of the lot in question. Where the lot is on a corner
within a block that is improved with buildings within
200 feet which have a front yard that is less than the
required front yard in the district, the required front
yard may be reduced, but no building shall project beyond
the front yard of the adjacent building.
2. Amend Section 27-3.04 Side Yards, as follows:
a) Delete Subsection 27-3.04.04 in its entirety.
b) Renumber Subsection 27-3.04.05 to 27-3.04.04 and amend it to read
as follows:
27-3.04.04 A side yard on the side of a corner lot abutting the
street shall be a minimum of not less than ten (10)
feet back of the street right-of-way when such lot
is back-to-back with another corner lot and not less
than the required minimum front yard in every other
instance. This Article docs not apply in either the
"B-5" Primary Business District or the "B-6" Primary
Business Core District.
c) Renumber Subsection 27-3.04.06 to 27-3.04.05.
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The motion was seconded by Sample and passed unanimously.
Mayor Lozano called for the City Manager's Reports, and City Manager Townsend
presented the following items with related comments and explanation:
Recommendation that a Special Council Meeting be held at 3:30 p.m. on
April 5, 1978 on the following zoning applications:
(1) Mr. William E. Colson: "R -1B" to "B-1", located on the north side
of McArdle Road and the west side of Dorthy Drive between Cordelia
Street and McArdle Road
(2) Country Club Seville Partners: "A-1" to "A-2", located on the north
side of Saratoga Boulevard approximately 600 feet west of South
Staples Street
(3) Mr. Leslie Simon, et al: "F -R" to "A-2", located on the north side
of Wooldridge Road approximately 2110 feet east of South Staples
Street
a.
b. Recommendation that a public hearing be held at 3:30 p.m. during the
Regular Council Meeting on April 12, 1978 on the following zoning appli-
cations:
(1) Dr. C. Wigoda, et al,: "A-1" to "B-4" located on the south side of
Headley Street between Port Avenue and Crews Street
(2) Texas Methodist Foundation: "A-1" to "B-1" located on the east side
of Greenwood Drive approximately 1,250' north of Saratoga Boulevard.
c. Recommendation that a public hearing be held at 2:00 p.m. during the
Regular Council Meeting on March 29, 1978 to close Minton Street from
North Port Avenue east to the railroad right-of-way, at the request of
the abutting property owners, Southland Battery Warehouse, Inc., and
Crane Welding Supply. Southland Battery wants to use a portion of the
right-of-way for a parking area. If the street is closed, the full width
will need to be retained as a utility easement for a sanitary sewer line
and C.P. & L. power facilities.
d. Recommendation that bids be received at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 4, 1978,
for the following budgeted equipment:
(1) Four replacement 3" portable water pumps for the Water Division.
(2) Five additional 5" pumper valves for the Fire Department. These
valves allow soft suction hose to be pre -connected to the pump for
faster hookup to the hydrant. Nine were purchased last year and
have been operating satisfactorily.
e. Recommendation that 12 lateral filing cabinets for various City depart-
ments be purchased from YOCHEM'S, Corpus Christi, on the basis of low bid
of $3,282.60. Price comparison reflects an approximate 15% increase over
prices paid on a previous purchase. Bids were received from four firms.
f. Recommendation that $13,218 be appropriated for purchase of concession
and other equipment and furniture for the Auditorium, including vacuum
cleaners, tables, lectern, music stands, ice dispensers, cooler box,
sink, scaffolding and other equipment.
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g. Recommendation that automotive type air conditioning repairs of City
vehicles and equipment be purchased from SCHAFFER'S MUFFLER SHOP, Corpus
Christi, on the basis of low overall bid of a 30% discount on parts and
a labor rate of $11 per hour. Based on selected job orders, the bid of
Schaffer's is lower than the 15% discount and $8.50 per hour labor bid
of APAC Transmission, Corpus Christi. The lower labor rate does not
offset the better parts discount. The annual estimated cost is $14,500.
Bids were received from five firms. A savings of approximately 20Z is
anticipated by receiving formal competitive bids.
h. Recommendation that Land -Drilling Blocks Nos. 1067, 1072, 1078, 1083,
1090, 1096, 1585, 1587, 1588, 1589, 1591 and 1592 be amendedso as to
more properly reflect subsurface mineral ownership at the request of Mr.
Welton E. Cox, representing Canus Petroleum, Inc.- Notice of intention
to amend the boundaries of said drilling blocks has been published in
the official City newspaper as required by the Land Drilling Ordinance,
and no objections were received. Mr. Cox is requesting amendment of the
boundaries of these blocks so that the mineral -ownerships in them can
be unitized into a production unit for drilling purposes.
i. Recommendation that the plans and specifications for construction of a
sanitary sewer lift station south of the Tropic Isles Channel be approved
and bids be received on April 12, 1978. Following construction of the
lift station, some gravity lines will be constructed, based upon demand
for sever service and availability of funds.
In regard to this item, Council Member Sample requested a copy of the plans
and specifications on this project, which were presented to him by City Manager
Townsend.
Council Member Diaz inquired about the project on the auditorium lighting
on which only one bid was received. City Manager Townsend explained that the
architects are analyzing the bid received and have not made a recommendation on
the award of contract.
There was no further discussion on the City Manager's Reports.
Motion by Sample that the City Manager's Reports, Items "a" through "i"
be accepted as presented; seconded by Diaz; and passed unanimously.
City Manager Townsend mentioned the tabled matter on the closing of Shely
Street between Churchill Drive and Fig Street.
Mayor Lozano determined that no one in the audience was present to speak •
on this matter.
Motion by Gulley, seconded by Holt, and passed unanimously that this matter
be tabled for an additional week.
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City Manager Townsend presented and read a motion to further amend the
ordinance amending the ordinance regulating the rotating wrecker service to require
that the wrecker service employee notify the owner or operator of the disabled
vehicle by providing a card which states that his vehicle will be towed to the
permit holder's storage facility unless the owner or operator requests that the
vehicle be towed elsewhere.
Mr. R. Joe Dees, State -Wide Wrecker Service, inquired as to the proper
procedure in the event the operator of the vehicle has been taken to the hospital
or is incapacitated at the scene of an accident.
City Manager Townsend suggested that an additional phrase be inserted
in the motion as follows: "if the owner or operator of the vehicle is at the
scene and able to receive information,".
Motion by Gulley and seconded by Sample that the ordinance read on the
first two of three readings, on February 22, 1978, and March 8, 1978, respectively,
concerning amending the Code of Ordinances by adopting new provisions under Article
V, Chapter 57, entitled "Auto Wreckers," be amended prior to its third and final
reading as follows:
1. Insert a new Section 57-244, to be entitled, "Notice of Location
of Storage Facility," and reading as follows:
"Sec. 57-244. Notice of Location of Storage Facility.
The permit holder shall, upon arriving at the scene of a disabled vehicle,
and prior to towing said vehicle away from the scene, if the owner or operator of
the vehicle is at the scene and able to receive information, give to the owner or
operator of said vehicle a card which notifies the owner or operator that his
vehicle will be towed to the permit holder's storage facility unless the owner or
operator requests that the vehicle be towed elsewhere. Said card shall state the
location of the permit holder's storage facility and his business telephone number."
2. That the present Section 57-244 be renumbered to Section 57-245, and
each succeeding section be upnumbered accordingly.
The motion passed unanimously.
City Manager Townsend briefly explained the ordinances. There was no dis-
cussion on the ordinances, and City Secretary Read polled the Council for their
votes. The following ordinances were approved:
FIRST READING:
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, 1976 REVISION, AS AMENDED,
BY AMENDING CHAPTER 35, ARTICLE II, LAND DRILLING, EXHIBIT "A", OF SECTION 35-65 SO
AS TO CHANGE THE BOUNDARIES OF DRILLING BLOCKS 1067, 1072, 1078, 1083, 1090, 1096,
1585, 1587, 1588, 1589, 1591 AND 1592, TO MORE PROPERLY REFLECT SUBSURFACE MINERAL
OWNERSHIP, MAPS OF WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE PETROLEUM SUPERINTENDENT;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the first time and passed to its second reading
by the following vote: Lozano, Gulley, Diaz, Gill, Holt, Juarez and Sample voting "Aye."
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THIRD READING - ORDINANCE NO. 14225:
AMENDING THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI AND BRANIFF AIRWAYS,
INC., AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE 13019, DATED FEBRUARY 11, 1976, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR
THE LEASE OF 2,000 SQUARE FEET OF SPACE ON A NON-EXCLUSIVE BASIS AT GATEHOUSE 3
AND 4 AT CORPUS CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR THE ACCOMODATION AND PROCESSING
OF PASSENGERS, ALL AS MORE FULLY SET FORTH IN THE AMENDMENT, A SUBSTANTIAL COPY
OF SAID AMENDMENT BEING ATTACHED HERETO, MARKED EXHIBIT "A", AND MADE A PART
HEREOF FOR ALL PERTINENT PURPOSES.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the third time and passed finally by the
following vote: Lozano, Gulley, Diaz, Gill, Holt, Juarez, and Sample voting "Aye".
THIRD READING - ORDINANCE NO. 14226:
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, 1976 REVISION, BY REPEALING
ARTICLE V, CHAPTER 57, ENTITLED AUTO WRECKERS AND BY ADOPTING A NEW ARTICLE V;
DEFINING TERMS; REQUIRING OPERATORS OF AUTO WRECKER SERVICES TO APPLY FOR AND
POSSESS AN AUTO WRECKER PERMIT FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE; PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION
AND CERTIFICATION OF AUTO WRECKERS USED BY SAID AUTO WRECKER SERVICES; PROVIDING
FOR FEES FOR APPLICATION, PERMIT AND RENEWAL OF PERMIT; PROVIDING FOR SUBSTITUTION
OF WRECKERS BY PERMITTEE; PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL AUTO WRECKERS TO BE ADDED TO THE
PERMIT OF A PERMITTEE; REQUIRING INSURANCE TO BE CARRIED BY THE PERMITTEE; REQUIRING
PERMITTEE TO MAINTAIN AN ADEQUATE STORAGE AREA; MAKING PROVISIONS FOR TOWING OR
MOVING OF VEHICLES; PROVIDING A SYSTEM FOR THE DISPATCHING OF WRECKERS TO THE
SCENE OF DISABLED VEHICLES; REGULATING FEES AND CHARGES FOR WRECKER SERVICE;
PROHIBITING THE SOLICITATION OF WRECKER BUSINESS ON PUBLIC STREETS; PROVIDING FOR
REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION OF AUTO WRECKER PERMIT; PROVIDING THAT EACH AUTO WRECKER
PERMIT SHALL BE NON -TRANSFERABLE; AMENDING SECTION 53-60(2) OF THE CODE; PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION: AND PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE.
The foregoing ordinance was read for the third time and passed finally by the
following vote: Lozano, Gulley, Diaz, Gill, Holt, Juarez, and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 14227:
APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $13,218 OUT OF THE 209 COMMUNITY CONVENTION FACILITY BOND
FUND FOR PROJECT 209-76-7.1, AUDITORIUM EQUIPMENT; AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF
AUDITORIUM EQUIPMENT AS SHOWN ON EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY.
The Charter Rule was suspended and the foregoing ordinance was passed by the
following vote: Lozano, Gulley, Diaz, Gill, Holt, Juarez, and Sample voting "Aye".
ORDINANCE NO. 14228:
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, BY AMENDING ARTICLE 27, SUPPLEMENTARY
HEIGHT, AREA AND BULK REQUIREMENTS, BY AMENDING SECTION 27-3.03 FRONT YARDS,
SUBSECTION 27-3.03.05 AND RENUMBERING SUBSECTION 27-3.04.05 TO 27-3.04.04, SO AS
TO CLARIFY SIDE AND FRONT YARD REQUIREMENTS FOR CORNER LOTS AND WHERE THE LOTS
WITHIN 200 FEET OF THE SUBJECT LOT HAVE FRONT YARDS LESS THAN THE REQUIRED
MINIMUM; DELETE THE PRESENT SUBSECTION 27-3.04.04 IN ITS ENTIRETY, AND RENUMBER
THE PRESENT SUBSECTION 27-3.04.06 AS 27-3.04.05; 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: Lozano, Gulley, Diaz, Gill, Holt, Juarez, and Sample voting "Aye".
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City Manager Townsend reminded the Council of the dedication of the Benito
Juarez -Abraham Lincoln monument at Cole Park to be conducted at that location at
1:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 22, 1978.
City Manager Townsend also mentioned that the staff has been attempting
to arrange a small dedication of Corpus Christi Beach, which has now been completed.
Be suggested that this be conducted at 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 24, 1978, stating
that Colonel Jon C. Vanden Bosch of the Galveston District of the Corps of Engineers
will attend this dedication. The Council indicated their agreement to this date.
City Manager Townsend informed the Council that he would like to schedule
a closed meeting in regard to land acquisition on Corpus Christi Beach as the
first item on the agenda next week.
Mr. Dees spoke again and thanked the Council for working with the wrecker
service operators on the amended ordinance. Be suggested that it might be feasible
to have the City zoned by areas to be served by different companies so that they
would be able to respond more quickly to emergency calls.
City Manager Townsend assured him that the Staff would recommend any kind
of proposal that the operators would like to submit to improve the wrecker service.
There being no further business to come before the Council, on motion by
Sample, seconded by Gulley, and passed unanimously, the Regular Council Meeting
was adjourned at 6:38 p.m. March 15,, 1978.