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REGULAR SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 5, 1988
The Schertz City Council convened in Regular Session, Tuesday,
January 5, 1988, at 7:99 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the
Municipal Complex, 1400 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas. The
following members were present: Mayor Earl W. Sawyer, presiding;
Charles B. Sharpe; Ray Stanhope; Hal Baldwin; Adolph Aguilar and
Ken Greenwald. Staff present were City Manager Jimmy G. Gilmore
and City Secretary June G. Krause.
Mayor Sawyer welcomed everyone to the meeting, saying he had the
opportunity of doing one of the things he enjoys doing - honoring
one of our volunteers. Mrs. Lois Moore has been with the Schertz
Public Library for nine years, almost on a daily basis. He then
presented Mrs. Moore with a Certificate of Appreciation for all
her volunteer service and contributions to the community. Mrs.
Gail Douglas, Librarian, presented Mrs. Moore with a bouquet of
flowers.
11 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Special Meeting of December 9 and
Regular meeting of Decemberl5, 1987.
Mr. Stanhope moved to approve the minutes of the Special Meeting
of December 9 and the RegUlar Meeting of December 15, 1987. Mr.
Sharpe seconded the motion.
Mr. Aguilar asked that paragraph E of Item #6 of the minutes of
the Special Meeting of December 9, 1987 be corrected to read as
follows: nE. letter from Mrs. Moore concerning her resignation
from the Library volunteer program."
Mayor Sawyer then called for a vote on the motion, which carried
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
NAYS: None
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#2 BEARING OF RESIDENTS: Mr. Jerry Graham of 409 Maple
Drive addressed 'Council, saying that during the past 13 years he
was privileged to be a part of this city. During that time there
have been several suggested logos but none of them had really
been accepted. He started doing some research into the
beginnings of Schertz and what other cities had adopted for their
logos, wi th the help of the librar ian. He and Myron E. Myers
designed a logo and he wished to present it to Council for their
cons ideration. Mr. Graham explained that the logo and shield
encompasses that period from the days of indian encampments along
the Cibolo Creek through the ear ly days of aviation, which is
reflected by charges on either side of the shield. Above the
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shield and between the charges has been placed a buffalo standing
on a crest. This symbol is representative of the Cibolo Creek,
the Indian name for buffalo. The color line of the crest
represents wisdom (in white) and understanding (in yellow), while
the 14 twists of the crest could be considered as the 14~~ block
of Schertz Parkway. The shield outline was selected from the
Spanish design of circa 1570's representing that period when this
land was under their control. It has been divided diagonally
into two portions, right dexter/left sinster, by a representative
railroad running from top sinster to bottom dexter. The
symbolism of this division represents both the railroad and the
community of Cut-Off. During this time flat fields of cotton, as
reflected by the cotton tree placed dexter, was the prime
economic avenue on the south side of the railway. Additionally,
because of its secondary economic position, the growth of corn on
the hilly north side of the railway is indicated on the outside
of the shield proper. The coat of arms reflected in the lower
sinster side of the shield is that of the Schertz family.
The Shield background coloring was selected to symbolize right
dexter- Cules (red), eagerness to serve one's community, state,
country. We have been noted as the City of Volunteers. Left
sinster - azure (blue), fidelity, careful observance of duty and
discharge of obligations. Divisional striping - argent (silver),
the metal of the shield reflecting cleanliness and joy. Track
divisions - vert (green), combination of freedom, beauty, health
and hope.
Mr. Aguilar asked if there was any wording for the shield. Mr.
Gilmore said several things had been considered but thought we
would check with Council to see what they desired.
Mayor Sawyer asked that this be placed on the next workshop
agenda.
#3 RESOLUTION: Mayor Sawyer introduced a resolution and
read the caption as follows:
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-R-I
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS, APPROVING NEW ELECTRIC
RATES TO BE CHARGED BY GUADALUPE VALLEY
ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE WITHIN' THE CITY LIMITS
OF SCHERTZ.
Mr. Sharpe moved to approve the resolution approving new electric
rates for GVEC customers in the City of Schertz. Mr. Agu ilar
seconded the motion, which carried with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
NAYS: None
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#4 CONTRACT: Consideration of renewing Randolph Metrocom
Chamber of Commerce contract for 1988.
Mr. Baldwin moved to renew the Randolph Metrocom Chamber of
Commerce contract for 1988. Mr. Greenwald seconded the motion,
which carried with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
NAYS: None
Mayor Sawyer expressed his feelings that the Randolph Metrocom
has done very good just advertising - not only our city but all
the other cities in the area.
#5 ORDlRAM2: Mayor Sawyer introduced an ordinance and
read the caption as follows:
AN ORDINANCE
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS, PROVIDING THAT THE CODE OF ORDINANCES,
CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS, BE' AMENDED BY
REVISING SECTION 18-76 MAXIMUM LIMITS ON
SPECIFIC STREETS, OF SAID CODE; PROVIDING
SPEED LIMITS ON SOUTH FARM TO MARKET 1518
Mr. Stanhope moved to approve the first reading of an ordinance
amending the Code by establishing speed limits on FM 1518. Mr.
Greenwald seconded the motion, which carried as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
NAYS: None
#6 ORDIRARCE: Mayor Sawyer introduced an ordinance and
read the caption as follows:
AN ORDINANCE
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS, PROVIDING THAT THE CODE OF ORDINANCES,
CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS, BE AMENDED BY
REVISING SECTION 18-32 STOP INTERSECTIONS,
PROVIDING FOR' STOP STREETS' ON SCHERTZ
PARKWAY; AND SECTION 18-76 MAXIMUM LIMITS ON
SPECIFIC STREETS OF SAID CODE, PROVIDING
SPEED LIMITS ON SCHERTZ PARKWAY.
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Mr. Aguilar moved to approve the first reading of an ordinance
amending the Code to establish speed limits on Schertz Parkway.
Mr. Greenwald seconded the motion, which carried as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
NAYS: None
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#7 ORDINARCE: Mayor Sawyer introduced an ordinance and It, ~'-,~
read the caption as follows: /~~
ORDINANCE NO. 88-B-l
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE AUTHORl ZATI0N
AND ISSUANCE OF REPLACEMENT CERTIFICATES OF
OBLIGATION TO BE ISSUED IN LIEU OF "CITY OF
SCHERTZ ,TEXAS, COMBINATION TAX AND JUNIOR
LIEN WATERWORKS AND SEWER SYSTEM REVENUE
CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION, SERIES 1983",
DATED MAY 1, 1983, NUMBERED 134-145,
INCLUSIVE, ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
PROVISIONS OF TEXAS REVISED CIVIL STATUTES
ANNOTATED ARTICLE 71Sa, AS AMENDED; AND
PROVIDING FURTHER RECITALS INCIDENT AND
RELATED TO SAID CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION
AND OTHER PURPOSES OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.
Mr. Greenwald moved to declare this ordinance as an emergency
measure. Mr. Baldwin seconded the motion, which carried with the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
N1\YS: None
Mr. Greenwald moved to approve this ordinance authorizing the
issuance of replacement Certificates of Obligation. Mr. Stanhope
seconded the motion, which carried with the following vote: '
AYES: Councilmen Sharpe, Baldwin, Stanhope, Aguilar and
Greenwald.
NAYS: None
Mayor Sawyer explained that this ordinance is being passed
because the bank that held these Certificates lost them.
#8 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: A. Have gone out for bids for
the completion of' Schertz Parkway.
B. there is information in your packets on a chipper machine.
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c. Mr. Riedel has become the new owner of the front portion of
Pecan Grove. He will be closing the crossing a~ross the bridge
to the other side of the creek. Have discussed several problems
and told him we would allow sufficient time for corrections.
Mayor Sawyer said he had attended the Guadalupe Appraisal Board
meeting the previous night and one of our Councilmen was elected
to the Board. Mr. Sharpe was then voted in as Chairman of the
Board. It is a good show for the people of our city that we now
have three members of the Board from this end of the County.
19 ITEMS BY COURCIL: Mr. Sharpe said that at the Guadalupe
Appraisal Board meeting they did pass a resolution validating the
real proferty purchase and there will be a letter asking the for
the City s support on this.
Mr. Stanhope asked Mr. Graham why the City is sanding the streets
to get rid of the yellow str ipes. Mr. Graham said the glass
beads have to be removed \to get the new paint to adhere. The
dual yellow lines are the ones that causes the most problems.
Mr. Stanhope also said th~ line for children
should be done first. Mr. Graham said that is
it will be done one of the first things,
Randolph.
walking to school
a bicycle lane and
both on Oak and
Mr. Stanhope again asked about the sign coming into Schertz. Mr.
Sharpe said he had talked with Mr. Barnard and Sharon Fruge. Mr.
Barnard has gotten the okay from GVEC but he has not heard back
from the Business Club. "
Mr. Aguilar referred to a letter from the Highway Department,
saying it only refers to thepld by-pass and not the widening of
FM 78. Mr. Gilmore said the letter is only addressing the by-
pass because it is to Randolph and concern some of their
property.
Mr. Aguilar reported on the Library meeting where they discussed
the extension of the building and the bids received. They are
planning on having a ground-breaking later this month. They also
are making plans for their annual auction and dance and asked if
there were any unclaimed bicycles to be auctioned.
Mr. Greenwald asked when Council was going to discuss the chipper
machine. Mayor Sawyer asked for this to be on the next workshop.
tIe ITEMS BY MAYOR: Mr. Sh~~pe had two additional items.
A. he hoped Council would have something from Mr. Ford on the
water system for the next workshop.
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B. Council has talked about this once before but could they
again review the policy of police property that has been picked
up.
Mayor Sawyer said he loved the sign welcoming people into Schertz
but he would tear it down and replace with an electric sign if he
had the money. Live Oak has a very good one that can be changed.
ill ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Aguilar moved the meeting be
adjourned at 7:32 p.m., Mr. Baldwin seconded the motion, which
carried unanimously.
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