HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 06/29/1993I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Minutes
of the Regular Council Meeting of the City of Corpus Christi of June 29, 1993, which were
approved by the City Council on July 6, 1993.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this the 9th day of July, 1993.
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MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
June 29, 1993
2 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Mary Rhodes
Mayor Pro Tem Betty Jean Longoria
Council Members:
Jack Best
Melody Cooper
Cezar Galindo
Dr. David McNichols
Edward Martin
Clif Moss
City Manager Juan Garza
City Attorney James R. Bray, Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
ABSENT
David Noyola
Mayor Rhodes called the meeting to order in the Council Chamber of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Council Member Galindo, following which the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was led by the students participating
in the City's summer youth program present at the day's meeting.
Mayor Rhodes requested that the students be recognized. Ms. Yvonne Haag,
Volunteer Participant with the City's Assistance Team, discussed the Special Day Out, "Day
in Corpus Christi," sponsored by the City's Assistance Team for the students. Ms. Haag
reviewed the day's events which included attendance at the day's council meeting.
City Secretary Chapa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the
Council and the required charter officers were present to conduct the meeting.
Mayor Rhodes called for approval of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of June 22, 1993, and there being no corrections, she proclaimed them approved as
presented.
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Mayor Rhodes commented that Council Member Noyola was absent from the day's
meeting due to a death in his family and made a motion to excuse Mr. Noyola, seconded
by Council Member Galindo. Mayor Rhodes called for a voice vote and the motion passed
unanimously.
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Mayor Rhodes announced that Mr. Loyd Neal, Chairman of the South Texas Joint
Military Task Force, would give an update on the recent Base Closure Commission hearing.
Mr. Neal recognized the Task Force members present at the day's meeting, expressed
appreciation to Mr. Gary Bushell, President of the Corpus Christi Area Economic
Development Corporation (EDC), the Council, citizens in the community, and the Navy for
their support in the matter. Mr. Neal then briefly reviewed the events at the hearing which
determined the continuation of operations at Naval Station Ingleside, the Navy Hospital, and
NAS Corpus Christi.
Mayor Rhodes expressed appreciation to U. S. Representative Solomon Ortiz and
Governor Ann Richards for their support.
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Ms. Debbie Lindsey -Opel, Assistant to the Mayor, gave a brief presentation regarding
the upcoming Fourth of July activities in the City. Ms. Lindsey -Opel expressed appreciation
to the individuals and entities involved in the preparation, reviewed the scheduled activities,
and introduced Mr. Ram Chavez, Director of the Corpus Christi American Veterans Band.
Mr. Chavez presented the Council with Fourth of July tee shirts and commented on the
American Veterans Band concert scheduled at the Fourth of July celebration.
Mayor Rhodes referred to the Board & Committee appointments and the following
appointees were made by the Council:
Food Services Advisory Committee
Method Snapka (Food Industry)
Michael Pollog (Community at Large)
Human Relations Commission
Dr. Kate Haltom
Terry Mills
Jimmie McGurn
Landmark Commission
John Wright
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Sister City Committee
Drue Combs, General Chairman (effective October, 1993)
Transportation Advisory Committee
Braxton Routh
Len Brandrup
Lt. Michael Williams
Workforce Development Corporation
Joe McComb
Rose R. Huegele
Linda Strong
Edwin "Trey" McCampbell, III
Alex Garcia, Jr.
Doyle Bryant
Wallace Sisk
Robmae Murray
Anita Hinojosa
C. Ray Hayes (Mayor's Appointee)
Don L. Roland
Arlene Rhodes
Robert Shake
Mayor Rhodes opened the public hearing on the FY 93-94 Budget.
Ms. Toby Shor-Oshman, Chairman of the Park and Recreation Board, 217 Ohio,
commented favorably on the proposed budget for the Park and Recreation Board. She
stressed the importance of maintaining parks in the community and the summer youth
programs. She then requested additional funds in the approximate amount of $60,000 to
assist with these items.
Council Member Moss inquired whether reduction of other items in the Park and
Recreation Board's budget could compensate for the additional funds, and Ms. Shor-
Oshman responded in the negative.
City Manager Garza commented that the proposed budget did not allow expansion
of their budget. He further discussed the difficulties related to maintenance of the parks
in relationship to the recent rainfall.
Ms. Constance Luedicke, President of the Board of Directors of the Volunteer
Center of the Coastal Bend, 460 Palmetto, commented favorably on the additional funds of
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$6,400 for the organization. Ms. Luedicke briefly reviewed the program and necessity for
the funds. City Manager Garza commented that the funds were included in the proposed
budget.
Mr. William White, Chairman of the Library Advisory Board, recognized the
members of the Board and Friends of the Library present at the day's meeting. Mr. White
requested additional funds in the approximate amount of $148,180 for the library's FY 1993-
94 budget. Next, Ms. Inez Adams, member of the Library Advisory Board, reviewed the
areas in need of expansion (books and periodicals $141,067 and microfilm cabinet $7113).
Dr. Glen Kost, Sister City Committee, requested an additional amount of $2,500 for
the Sister City Committee budget and reviewed the need for the funds. Dr. Kost recognized
the members of the Sister City Committee present at the days meeting. Dr. Kost then
referred to the upcoming Sister City International Conference (SCI) meeting in Houston,
Texas on July 14 - July 17, 1993. He also encouraged the Council to attend the function.
A brief discussion developed concerning the location of future SCI's conferences and
Council Member Martin suggested that City Manager Garza investigate the possibility of
the City hosting a future conference.
Mr. Phil Rosenstein, 949 Bobalo, expressed appreciation to the Council for the
services provided to the senior citizens in the community and commented on the importance
of police and fire services in the community.
Mr. Lewis Lovelace, 1549 Casa Grande, stated opposition to a property tax increase
and fund transfers from the Utility Funds to the General Fund. He further suggested that,
in lieu of a utility rate increase, the City pay for the utilities used at city facilities.
Mr. J. E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, stated opposition to the exclusion of the Industrial
District early payment in the proposed budget and further opposed property tax and utility
rate increases.
Mr. Rome Smyth, 3338 Halfpenny, stated that higher property taxes and utility rates
would limit growth in the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council
Member Galindo, and passed unanimously.
Mayor Rhodes announced the presentation by the Landfill Site Selection Citizens
Advisory Committee (LSSCAC).
Mr. Charles LeRoy, Chairman of the LSSCAC, expressed appreciation to the
members of the LSSCAC, the consultants, and City personnel. Next, Mr. LeRoy discussed
the committee's primary mission and the background and evaluation process of the selection
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of the site. Mr. LeRoy displayed a map depicting the eleven potential sites and discussed
the final proposed site. Mr. LeRoy also discussed the Request for Proposal process and
future actions necessary for procurement.
Responding to Council Member Martin, Mr. Bob Bruner, Director of Solid Waste
Services, pointed out the proposed site on the displayed map (portions of Area Numbers 6
and 9). Council Member Martin requested that staff provide a detailed map labeling the
proposed site and surrounding area. Mr. Martin then stated that the site was accessible by
Staples Street and inquired about including adjacent land to provide accessibility by Weber
Road. Mr. Bruner replied that a number of pipelines were present in this area. Mr. Martin
further commented that crew access could include Old Brownsville Road, Weber Road,
Staples Street, and Callicoate Road. Council Member Martin then inquired whether the
land owners had been contacted concerning the final selection. A brief discussion ensued
and Mr. Bruner replied that a large portion of Area Numbers 6 and 9 was owned by
Mr. John O. Chapman Jr. who was present in the audience. Responding further,
Mr. Bruner discussed the cost of the proposed land which would be determined through a
cost evaluation.
Next, City Manager Garza commented that the proposed Council action at the day's
meeting involved approval of the final report of the Landfill Site Selection Citizens Advisory
Committee. He stated that this approval would activate studies of the site to identify the
historical and archeological resources, endangered species, and environmental
contamination; also a title search and an evaluation of the procurement options on the
proposed tract of land. City Manager Garza commented that expenses related to these
items would be returned to the Council for approval.
Council Member Cooper inquired about the existing pipelines in the selected site,
the radio tower located in close proximity to the site, and perceived problems from the City
of Petronila. Mr. Bruner responded.
In response to Council inquires, Mr. Bruner pointed out particular landmarks located
near or in the proposed site.
Council Member McNichols inquired about the effects of the recent rainfall on the
proposed site. Mr. Bruner discussed the effects and commented that the area was accessible
during the heavy rain.
Council Member Best inquired about the operational period of the proposed landfill.
Mr. Bruner stated that the projected time was twenty-five years. In further response,
Mr. Bruner discussed land uses of the site after the 25 year operational period and the
following 30 year maintenance period.
Council Member Martin referred to his previous comments regarding additional
adjacent land containing pipelines, and stated that acquisition of the property could provide
State highway frontage and a buffer area (northern portion of Area Number 9).
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Council Member McNichols agreed with Mr. Martin concerning the need for a wider
buffer zone. Further, Dr. McNichols expressed concern about landfill waste blowing onto
adjacent properties from the proposed rectangular shaped site and commented that a
squarer shape could reduce this problem. Council Member Martin also suggested that the
acquisition of the additional land could assist in alleviating future related liability problems
as well.
A brief discussion developed and Mr. Bruner discussed the dimensions of the
proposed site and the landfill pit. Mr. Bruner also compared the present landfill's
dimensions, activities, and location to the proposed site.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Clayton Hoover, attorney for John Chapman, commented that the final proposal
was recently revealed to Mr. Chapman and requested time to meet with City staff to discuss
the proposal before approval of the recommendations.
Council Member Martin suggested that City staff meet with Mr. Hoover and
Mr. Chapman concerning the proposal. Mayor Rhodes inquired whether thirty days would
be enough time for the review, and Mr. Hoover replied in the affirmative. Further, City
Manager Garza commented that the delay would not be detrimental.
Then, Council Member Martin moved to withdraw Item 1 from consideration at the
day's meeting to allow time for discussion between City staff and Mr. Chapman and return
the item to the Council in four weeks, seconded by Council Member Best. Mayor Rhodes
called for a voice vote on the motion, and the motion passed unanimously.
2. WITHDRAWN
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration from the Regular Agenda and announced the
public hearing on the following zoning application:
3. Case No. 693-1 Delmar Studios: A change of zoning from "R -1B" One -family
Dwelling District to "B-1 Neighborhood Business District on Gardendale Unit 1,
Block 7, Lot 15, located on the north side of Holly Road, approximately 610 feet east
of Everhart Road.
Mayor Rhodes stated that both the Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
No one opposed the zoning request.
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Council Member Best moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Longoria. The motion passed unanimously.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes and the following was passed:
3. ORDINANCE NO. 021695
Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance upon application by Delmar Studios, by
changing the Zoning Map in reference to Gardendale Unit 1, Block 7, Lot 15, from
"R -1B One -family Dwelling District to "B-1" Neighborhood Business District.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting
"Aye"; Noyola absent.
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Mayor Rhodes called for consideration of consent motions, resolutions, ordinances
and ordinances from previous meetings on Items 4 through 9, and Council Members
requested that Items 5, 6, and 9 be withheld for discussion. Mayor Rhodes also announced
that Item 8 was withdrawn from the day's consideration.
City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
4. M93-192
Motion approving the purchase of GIS computer equipment in accordance with Bid
Invitation No. BI -0187-93 from Genasys II, Inc., Fort Collins, CO., based on the low
bid of $35,292.14. The equipment is for the City's Metropolitan Planning
Organization. Funds are made available by the Federal Highway Administration and
the Texas Department of Transportation.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
7. M93-195
Motion approving a supply agreement for portable chemical toilet service consisting
of approximately twenty-eight (28) units in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -
0205 -93 with BFI Services Group, Inc., Corpus Christi, Texas based on low bid for
an estimated annual expenditure of $14,985.20. The term of the contract shall be
twelve months with option to extend for up to an additional twelve months subject
to the approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. This service
will be used by the Gas, Park & Recreation, Solid Waste, Street, Wastewater and
Water Departments. Funds have been budgeted in FY 92-93 and requested for FY
93-94 by the using departments.
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The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 5, motion approving the purchase of
a chain link fence for the Ayers Street Vehicle Pool.
Council Member McNichols inquired about the height, width, and adequacy of the
fence. Mr. F. D. Glen, Purchasing Agent, explained.
Council Member Moss inquired about the credibility of the selected bidder, and Mr.
Carl Crull, Director of Engineering Services, stated that the company's previous contracts
with the City had been satisfactorily performed.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 6, motion approving the purchase of
a 50,000 GVWR Cab & Chassis with a container hoist from French Ellison Truck Center.
Council Member Galindo inquired about the necessity of the purchase. City
Manager Garza explained the necessity.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 8, motion authorizing a three year
Horse Drawn Shuttle Permit for Horse Drawn Carriage services on City Streets by Bob
Braun's Carriage Company. She further commented that she had requested that Item 8 be
withdrawn from the day's consideration because she had received a telephone call from
another interested party.
Responding to Mayor Rhodes, Mr. Crull stated that the contract had not been bid,
but was a permit, and discussed the circumstances involving the other interested party,
Mr. A. R. Graham. He stated that City staff met Mr. Graham and provided him with a
permit application because he was occasionally providing the service in the City. He stated
that, however, Mr. Graham did not return the application, and that Mr. Braun requested
the permit and went through the permitting process sufficiently. Next, Mr. Crull reviewed
the permitting requirements.
Council Member Martin inquired about the pick-up and drop-off sites, and Mr. Crull
explained the proposed sites. Responding further, Mr. Crull commented that the contract
did contain provisions concerning horse droppings and clean-up. Then, Council Member
Martin expressed concern that an advertised and expected service could operate on an
intermittent basis and suggested that the service be offered on a regular basis.
Council Member Galindo suggested that Mr. Braun contact the Texas State
Aquarium and the U.S.S. Lexington on the Bay for assistance in determining the appropriate
schedule for operation.
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A discussion developed concerning the terms of the contract and Council Member
Martin made a motion to amend the contract to include a minimal service requirement to
maintain the validity of the permit, seconded by Mayor Rhodes. Mayor Rhodes called for
a voice vote, and the motion passed.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience.
Mr. Bob Braun agreed with the contract amendment. Mr. Braun also presented the
Council with a picture of the proposed horse and carriage and commented that it was
presently in the City Hall parking lot for observation.
Mr. A. R. Graham discussed his credentials and attempts of providing the service in
the community. He commented that he remained interested and inquired whether the
contract was exclusive. City Attorney Bray replied that the Council granted permits for the
operation of vehicles for hire, and also determined the need for additional services in a
particular area.
Council Member Martin commented favorably on approving the proposed permit,
and commented that Mr. Graham could also apply for a permit as well.
Mayor Rhodes opened the discussion on Item 9, ordinance closing and abandoning
easements in the Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden Tracts (Habluetzel Subdivision).
Mayor Pro Tem Longoria inquired about the discount concerning the fair market
value of the easement. Mr. Crull explained the State law requiring the discount and
responded to several other inquiries concerning the closures.
Council Member Martin expressed concern about creating a dead-end alleyway,and
Mr. Crull explained the proposed access. Mr. Martin then commented that other property
owners in the same area might be interested in closing their alleys also.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were none.
5. M93-193
Motion approving the purchase of a chain link fence for the Ayers Street Vehicle
Pool in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0214-93 from Fencing Inc. of Texas,
Corpus Christi, based on the low bid of $11,437. The fence was budgeted by
Maintenance Services Department in the 1992-93 capital outlay as an additional item.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola absent.
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6. M93-194
Motion approving the purchase of a 50,000 GVWR (gross vehicle weight ratio) Cab
& Chassis with a Container Hoist in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0218-93
from French Ellison Truck Center, Corpus Christi, on the basis of low bid of
$85,088.00. The equipment will be used for transporting sludge containers from the
wastewater treatment plant to the landfill. The truck was budgeted in the 1992-93
Capital Outlay as replacement equipment.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo,
Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye'; Noyola absent.
8. M93-196
Motion authorizing a three year Horse Drawn Shuttle Permit for Horse Drawn
Carriage services on City Streets by Bob Braun's Carriage Company.
The foregoing motion passed as amended by the following vote: Rhodes, Best,
Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting "Aye"; Noyola
absent.
9. ORDINANCE NO. 021696
Ordinance closing and abandoning a 20 -foot wide by 267 -foot long easement within
Lots A-1 and A-2, and a 5 -foot wide by 133 -foot long easement, within Lot A-1, of
2.659 acre tract out of Lot 18, Section 2, Flour Bluff and Encinal Farm and Garden
Tracts (otherwise known as Habluetzel Subdivision), subject to the compliance with
the specified conditions; and the owner replatting the property within 180 days at his
expense.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following
vote: Rhodes, Best, Cooper, Galindo, Longoria, Martin, McNichols, and Moss voting
"Aye"; Noyola absent.
Mayor Rhodes called for a recess.
Mayor Rhodes reconvened the Regular Council Meeting.
Mayor Rhodes called for the City Manager's report and announced the discussion
and consideration of the FY 93-94 Budget.
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City Manager Garza stated that he would provide information to the City Council
regarding the funding requests made by the public at the day's budget hearing. Further,
Mr. Garza discussed the proposed budget schedule tentatively targeting July 20, 1993 as the
final adoption date.
City Manager Garza displayed charts depicting the Growth of the General Fund in
the public safety activities and comparisons of the Fiscal Year 1983-84 and 1993-94 General
Fund Revenues and Expenditures. Mr. Garza then referred to the changes concerning the
property and sales tax proposals which would not alter the end results.
City Manager Garza then referred to the first three expenditure options (beach
cleaning, Downtown Management District, and Fire Administration offices) in his Budget
Memo Number 5 and discussed the recommendation to approve.
Council Member Martin requested that staff provide the Council with a list of the
budget choices previously discussed and the cumulative effects on the budget. A brief
discussion ensued and City Manager Garza stated that this list would be provided to the
Council in their Friday packet.
In response to Council Member McNichols, Mr. Garza discussed the sales and
property tax projections as compared to previous years.
Further, Mr. Garza discussed the recent change concerning the transfer of worker's
compensation insurance from the General Fund to individual departments. Additionally,
he explained the self-insurance appropriation estimates proposed in the budget.
Mr. Garza then referred to the displayed chart involving the growth of the General
Fund comparisons from 1983 to 1994 and discussed the increased public safety activity.
Council Member Martin pointed out that the increase was also due to the annual police and
fire wage increases. Additionally, Mr. Martin commended City Manager Garza for keeping
the costs minimal in this area.
Council Member Martin stated his opposition to a property tax increase and
expressed concern about the decreasing General Debt Service Fund in relationship to next
year's debt service requirements. He further stated that next year's coverage would be 66
percent including a property tax increase. He further expressed concern that a trend of
decreasing coverage each year was being established. City Manager Garza then suggested
protecting the General Debt Service Fund and examining other ways to restore the General
Fund balances. Next, Mr. Martin requested a report containing future debt service
requirement proposals.
A discussion ensued and City Manager Garza stated that he would provide
alternatives concerning this issue in the Friday packet also.
Lastly, Mr. Garza discussed the decline and effect of the property tax base and also
proposed General Fund expenditures.
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Council Member Moss requested information concerning the volume of waste
delivered to the landfill since the beginning of the recycling program. City Manager Garza
discussed the recycling program and commented that the program did not reduce landfill
costs.
Mayor Rhodes called for comments from the audience, and there were no comments.
Next, City Manager Garza discussed the study of the elevation of the J. F. Kennedy
Causeway. Mayor Rhodes inquired whether the study had been approved, and Mr. Garza
replied in the affirmative.
Mayor Rhodes commented on the disappearance of letterhead from her office. Next,
Mayor Rhodes referred to the upcoming activities concerning the name change of the
Corpus Christi State University and requested assistance with the activities by City staff.
Further, Mayor Rhodes discussed the favorable results of her recent visit to the Texas Water
Commission concerning the Greenwood Wastewater Treatment Plant and her visit to the
Texas Municipal League conference concerning legislative updates. Lastly, Mayor Rhodes
referred to the Texas Olympic Festival Torch Run Runners present in the City and
proclaimed July 29, 1993 as "U. S. Olympic Festival 1993 Texas Torch Run Day."
Mayor Rhodes called for Council concerns and reports.
Council Member Galindo discussed the development of a guidebook for use by
citizens requesting city -related actions, such as permits, etc. City Manager Garza referred
to the local private professionals offering this type of service. Mr. Garza also discussed
other possibilities and stated that the suggestion would be reviewed.
Council Member Cooper referred to the recent Texas Municipal League (TML)
Seminar which include discussions on the Clean Air Act. She inquired about the City's
compliance status. City Manager Garza discussed the efforts by the industries to be in
compliance with the act. Mayor Rhodes requested that City staff contact the speaker at the
TML seminar for more information. Further, Mrs. Cooper discussed the new legislation
concerning crimes in or near school zones and suggested that the public be informed of this
action.
Council Member Best requested a report concerning the repairs to the Corpus Christi
International Airport roof. Secondly, Dr. Best referred to the past renovation of Clifford
Street and expressed concern about the present condition of the street. City Manager Garza
stated that staff would investigate both matters.
Mayor Rhodes called for petitions from the audience.
Mrs. Betty Cantrell, 1113 Shiels Drive, stated her opposition to the proposed smoking
ordinance. Mrs. Cantrell also discussed problems she encountered with the recycling
program. She suggested that garbage and recyclable items could each be picked up once
a week to eliminate accumulation.
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Mrs. Norma Nunley, 6710 Rhonda Drive, stated that the proposed smoking ban in
restaurants would not properly address the problem and would hinder business and tourism
in the City.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Rhodes declared
the Council Meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m. on June 29, 1993.
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