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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,. SEP 0 31980 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 2 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. APS 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 3 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 4 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 5 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 6 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 MinuL. Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 7 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 8 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 9 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 10 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 11 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, Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 12 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 13 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 14 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 15 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 16 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 17 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 18 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 Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 19 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 20 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 Mt __es Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 21 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 22 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. MinuLes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 23 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. Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 24 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." Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 25 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". Minutes Regular Council Meeting March 15, 1978 Page 26 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.