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REGULAR M~ETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 6, 1979
The Schertz City Council convened in Regular Session, Tuesday, November 6,
1979 at 6:30 P.M. in the Conference Room of the Municipal Complex Building,
1400 Live Oak Road with the following members present: Mayor RobertC. Bueker,
presiding; Mayor Pro Tern Earl W. Sawyer; Richard L. Howe; Gail Hyatt; Walter
F. Schneider; and Jack Stomackin. Staff present were City Manager Jimmy G.
Gilmore and city Secretary June G. Krause.
#1 ,WORKSHOP: Council met in workshop session and discussed items 10,
2, 5, 6 and 7 of the agenda. At 6:58 P.M. Mayor Bueker
recessed the meeting in order for the Council to move to the Council Cnambers
for the regular session.
#2 PUBLlC HEARING: -Mayor Bueker opened the Public Hearing at 7:01 P.M.
and explained the purpose of the ,public hearing
was to receive the views of the citizens on the proposed annexation of two
parcels of land out of Guadalupe County.
A. A parcel containing 335 acres, more or less, out of Guadalupe County.
The Mayor pointed out on the map the exact location of this parcel, saying
the purpose of these annexations was to bring in those areas to tie in major
land masses in order to properly plan and regulate.
Mr. Cullivan, a land owner in the proposed annexation area, asked what the
City would offer in way of services. Mayor Bueker explained the availability
of police, fire and utilities as well as tne reason for the present city limits
lines, and how they came about after the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction law
came into being. Mr. Cullivan said he was not against annexation but felt
this was not the right time for him.
Mrs. Besch said she did not see how she could object since her neighbors were
all in the city 'Iimlts.
B. Mayor Bueker pointed out on the map the next parcel which contains approx-
imately 324.13 acres of land.
Mr. Darwin Peek ,said he did not oppose annexation but hoped the city would
maintain both Maske and tast Live Oak Roads.
Mr. Bendseil asked about city taxes and how they would affect his land.
There being no further discussion, Mayor Bueker declared the public hearing
closed at 7:48 P.M.
#3 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A. Mr. Howe moved the mi nutes of the Speci a 1
Session of October 11, 1979 be accepted.
Mr. Schneider seconded the motion which carried with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider"Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
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B. Mr. Sawyer moved to approve the minutes of the Special Workshop
Session of October 15, 1979. Mrs. Hyatt seconded the motion which carried
with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
C. Mr. Howe moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Session of October 16,
1979. Mr. Sawyer seconded the motion which carried with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers,Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
#4 HEARING OF RESIDENTS: Mr. Tom Harms asked for Council approval to
work with the City Staff for a contract on
the building they are now using on a long term basis similiar to the Scout
Association contract; and for the renewal of the ballfield contract as they
are now getting offers to bid for tournaments and need this information.
Council agreed with his request and asked the City Manager to draw up a
contract for the next workshop session.
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#5 BID AWARD: Mayor Bueker explained that the two bids received from
Krueger Chevrolet and Ancira-Winton Chevrolet were both
in excess of the budgeted figure; and the City Manager is now working on
getting alternates to these bids.
Mr. Scnneider moved to table this item until the City Manager can come for-
ward with new alternatives to the bi~s. Mr. Sawyer seconded the motion
which carried with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
During the discussion of the type of vehic'le needed, Mr. Harris was asked
to research if the Council can govern police as regards to high speed chases.
#6 WATER EXTENSION PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT: After di scuss ion of the
payment plan and terms,
Mr. Howe moved to bin.,Tri-County Investment Joint Venture at lO~ interest
to be paid off in 84 mOnths effective December 1, 1979. Mr. Stomackin
seconded the motion which carried with the following vote:
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AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
#7 PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION: A. Consideration of payment to Tommy Crouch
Construction for SAFES building.
Mr. Sawyer moved Mr. Crouch be paid $17,460 now due. Mr. Schneider seconded
the motion.
On being questionetl, Mr. Gilmore said that Mr. Crouch has completed beyond
the 10% retainage of $i ,940.00.
Mayor Bueker called for a vote on the motion before the Council and the
motion carried as follows:
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AYES:
NAYS:
Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, ~awyer and Stomackin
None
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Mayor Bueker explained, for the benefit of the attorney and citizens, the
problem involving the doors to the new SAFES building. He said the contract
was awarded to Tommy Crouch, who was given a letter to proceed, as his bid
met specifications. Blueprints were submitted at a later date and no change
was noted by city staff; however, there was a change in the entry doors and
they were of a smaller size than the specifications called for. After looking
at the contract, Mr. Harris was of the opinion Mr. Crouch should pay for the
change required in the doors.
Council agreed to discuss this item further at the next workshop session.
B. Mr. Schneider moved to authorize payment to Comprehensive Design in the
amount of $715.85. Mr. Howe seconded the motion which carried with the follow-
ing vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
#8 KESOLUTION:' The Mayor introduced the 'following captioned resolution
the caption of which was read by tne Clty IVlanager.
Mr. Sawyer moved to authorize the Mayor to sign a reso'lution casting 201 votes
for Mr. John B. McClure for the Directorship of the Guadalupe County Tax
Appraisal District. Mrs. Hyatt seconded the motion which carried with the
following vote: .
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 79-R-19
A RESOLUTION BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCHERTZ, TEXAS,
CASTING THE CITY'S 201 ENTITLED VOTES TO MR. JOHN B. MC CLURE
FOR THE DIRECTORSHIP OF THE GUADALUPE COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT.
#9 RESOLUTION: Mayor Bueker introduced the following captioned resolu-
tion with Mr. Gilmore reading the caption.
Mr. Sawyer moved to authorize the Mayor to sign this resolution naming the
City Manager for specified duties in all bid contracts. Mrs. Hyatt seconded
the motion which carried with the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin
NAYS: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 79-R-20
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING TO THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF
SCHERTZ, TEXAS, THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF BI D COMPLIANCE IN ALL
BID SUBMISSIONS AND CONTRACTS ISSUED BY THE CITY OF SCHERTZ,
TEXAS.
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#10 WELFARE DIRECTOR: A. Mr. Schneider moved to accept the r~sig-
nation of Mrs. Previtera as Welfare
Director and recommend sending a letter of appreciation. Mrs. Hyatt
seconded the motion, saying the Council regretfully accepts her resignation.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
It was suggested that 'she be presented with something more than a certifi-
cate of appreciation and the presentation to her be expedited.
B. Mayor Bueker, reminding the Council of Mrs. Barnes comments that she
could not take on the job of Welfare Director full time, asked that the City
advertise for volunteers to contact the City Manager.
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Mr~Schneider moved to table item 10 B, with Mr. Sawyer seconding the motion.
After further discussion Mr. Schneider and Mr. Sawyer withdrew their motion
and second.
Mr. Schneider then moved to accept Mrs. Bennet as interim Director of Welfare.
Mr. Sawyer seconded the motion which carried as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
#11 APPOINTMENTS: A. Mayor Bueker advised that two applicants had
been received for the Cable TV Advisory
Board - Mike Lawler and Gene Riley. Council discussed the possibility of
having two members representing Schertz or perhaps having one as alternate.
Mr. Schneider moved to appoint Mr. Mike Lawler to the Cable TV Advisory
Board and hold his name in abeyance until meeting with Mr. Gene Riley and
if unable to name two members to the board, name one as primary and one as
alternate member. Mr. Howe seconded the motion which carried as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
B. Mr. Sawyer moved to appoint Mrs. Olivia Banks to the Citizen Participation
and Improvement Committee. Mrs. Hyatt seconded the motion which carried with
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, Sawyer and Stomackin.
NAYS: None
#12 ORDINANCE REVISION: After brief discussion, Mr., Schneider moved
to table this item until having at least one
workshop on the subject of changes to the traffice control ordinance and
put it on the next agenda after that. Mr. Howe seconded the motion which
carried as follows:
AYES: Councilmembers Howe, Hyatt, Schneider, and.Stomackin.
NAYS: None
ABSTAINING: Mr. Sawyer, who was out of the room at vote time.
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#13 EXECUTIVE SESSION: There was no need for one at this time.
#14 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: Mr. Gilmore reported on the structure and
By-laws of a proposed Industrial Development
Committee - Council to discuss at workshop.
He also reported for information purposes only letters from GUADCO concerning
water rates, Housing Authority accepting Executive Director's resignation,
Comprehensive Design concerning Master Water System - to be discussed at
Workshop, Jaycee's request for the use of the large pavilion for their annual
"Christmas Alley". He also brought up for discussion the lettering for the
new SAFES Building and the insert for the new Schertz brochure to be reviewed.
#15 ITEMS BY MAYOK: Mayor Bueker sald that since CCMA is now in step
One of their Construction Grant for Wastewater
Treatment facilities, the city should have a representative to attend all
meeting. Mr. Howe volunteered for this, saying that if he could not make
a meeting he would so notify another Councilmember.
He also asked the City Manager to see if the new industry off FM 3009 was
in violation as it seemed they have a well and pressure tank.
#16 ITEMS BY COUNCIL: Mr. Howe suggested that on future contracts,
we should get approval for everything in writing
on both sides to keep files clear.
Mrs. Hyatt brought up about the SAFES personnel not being able to treat people
outside city limits in Bexar County even though they arrive at an accident
scene first. She suggested having representatives of SAFES, EMS, Bexar County
Sheriffs and go before the Bexar County Commissioners Court and try to get
jurisdiction straightened out. Mr. Howe suggested the City Manager cal I
Commissioner Tom Vickers to try to work something out.
She also suggested writing the Highway Department concerning the length of
time involved in getting the light at First and FM 78 back in operation.
Mr. Sawyer was concerned about the high costs of attending the TML conference
and suggested writing TML giving our views and to see if some of the smaller
cities could host the conference.
Mr. Schneider asked if the City Manager would check into the street resurfacing
done by the Cable TV people as it appears not to be done right.
#17 ADJOURNMENT: On a motion by Mr. Schneider, seconded by Mrs. Hyatt
and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned
at 9:35 P.M.
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