MIN CC 10/21/2008CITY COUNCIL MEETING of OCTOBER 21, 2008 BOOK "U" 153
JTES OF THE HUNTSVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON THE 21 ST DAY OF OCTOBER, 2008, IN THE CITY
L, LOCATED AT 1212 AVENUE M IN THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE, COUNTY OF WALKER, TEXAS AT 6:OOPM.
Council met in a regular session with the following:
CILMEMBERS PRESENT: J. Turner, Wayne Barrett, Tom Cole, Charles Forbus, Clarence Griffin, Melissa Mahaffey,
Ray, Mac Woodward, Dalene Zander
ERS PRESENT: Bill Baine, City Manager; Thomas Leeper, City Attorney; Stephanie Brim, City Secretary
K SESSION [5:30- 6:00pm]
:ouncil conducted a work session to discuss the Code of Ordinances re- codification project, and hear an update on the
franchise agreement, as presented by City Attorney Thomas Leeper.
TO ORDER [6:06pm]
Turner called the meeting to order.
OF ALLEGIANCE to US and TEXAS FLAGS, INVOCATION
ember Barrett led the invocation.
' Mayor Tumer presented the 2008 Texas AmateurAthletic Federation Swimming Awards: Male Athlete of the Yearto Matthew
Bitara, and Female Athlete of the Year to Synneve Williams.
COMMENTS (regarding agenda items only)
ag mon. Mr. Wagamon stated concerns about the Ravenwood Village project, specifically with contractual obligations.
TENT AGENDA
Approve minutes of the City Council meeting of October 7, 2008.
Approve the second day of the employee Christmas holiday for 2008 as Friday, December 26, 2008.
Approve the tax sale of trust property as submitted by Walker County Appraisal District.
Reject all sealed bids for the debris removal and clean up of 2716 Parkwood Drive.
Note: Councilmember Ray presented a completed affidavit of conflict of interest, leftthe dais and did not participate
in the discussion or the vote on item'c'.
Councilmember Woodward moved to approve the tax sale of trust property as submitted by Walker County
Appraisal District and Councilmember Zander seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 -0.
UTORY AGENDA
Presentation, discussion and /or possible action on Ordinance 2009 -03, amending Sections 1 and 2 of Title 9 "Buildings
and Building Regulations" of the Huntsville Code of Ordinances to reflect state - mandated changes to irrigation systems.
The City of Huntsville has been notified by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requiring the City to
adopt an ordinance that requires irrigation systems being installed in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the City of
Huntsville to be permitted and installed by persons licensed by the TCEQ and inspected by the City.
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and Councilmember Mahaffey seconded the motion. The motion passed 8 -0.
b. Presentation, discussion and /or possible action on Lampson Utility Water extension request for the City's share in the
amount of $3,588.20.
Mr. Lampson is an existing water customer and desires additional water pressure and volume for his property.
Previous approved attempts have fallen short due to easement acquisition problems and the lack of existing water
service in the adjacent area. This proposal would be extremely beneficial to the area for fire protection coverage and
water service availability. This area has considerable impact to future City plans and development issues. Over sizing
costs for future City planning needs are included. Said owner will provide necessary utility easements to provide for said
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extension.
Note: (1) Councilmember Mahaffey presented a completed affidavit of conflict of interest, left the dais and did not
participate in the discussion or the vote on item `c'. (2) Councilmember Griffin was present from this time forward.
Presentation, discussion and /or possible action to take action on the bid for the construction of a five foot (5) concrete
sidewalk and handicap ramps along the east side of Boettcher Drive from Beto Street to Turner Street.
Presentation, discussion and /or possible action on Agreement between Joiner Partnership, Inc., Architect and the City
for 8% of the extended building costs for the professional services required for the Northeast Fire Station.
DRICITY COUNCILMEMBER/CITY MANAGER REPORT
Presentation, discussion and /or possible action on appointment of Tina Felder to the Board of Adjustments - Zoning.
Mayor Turner moved to approve the appointment of Tina Felder to the Board of Adjustments - Zoning and
Councilmember Zander seconded the motion The motion Passed 9-0.
City Manager Bill Baine presented a short report on the status of the Senior Villages at Huntsville and the Suddenlink
rate increase. Interim City Engineer Walter Ragsdale presented a report on the status of the Ravenwood Village
construction progress and timing of the public improvements projects.
No action was taken on this item.
Executive Session: City Council will conduct a closed session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551,
Section 551.074 — personnel matters, regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties,
discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; specifically to discuss City Manager Bill Baine.
This item will be discussed in executive session.
COMMENTS (Open.)
iodward. Mr. Woodward stated that the fees collected by the City from Ravenwood should not excite anyone.
Aorev. Mr. Morey inquired as to the status of the burn permits.
INQUIRIES
Lgrig. Mr. Heiland inquired as to the status of the posting for the TIRZ work session scheduled for October 28, and
I as to who might be invited to participate.
[7:00- 7:05pm]
CUTIVE SESSION [7:05- 8:05pm]
Council conducted a closed session as authorized by Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Section 551.074 —
onnel matters, regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a
c officer or employee; specifically to discuss City Manager Bill Baine.
;ONVENE and ADJOURNMENT [8:05pm]
Council reconvened in open session; no action was taken.
Mayor Turner adjourne,04he meeting.
Step a ie A. Brim, City Secretary
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