MIN CC 11/10/1992CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 10, 1992 BOOK "R" - - 130
MINUTES OF THE HUNTSVILLE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON THE 10TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1992 IN
�! THE CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM, LOCATED AT 1212 AVENUE M IN THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE, COUNTY
OF WALKER, TEXAS AT 5:15 P.M.
The Council met in a regular session with the following members present:
W. IL Hodges, Mayor
Officers:
Dan S. Davis
William H. Knolls, Jr. Gene Pipes, City Manager
Ronald L Lange
Gary Bell Scott Bounds, City Attorney
William B. Green
James L. Carter Danna Welter, City Secretary
'! Charles Robinson
Da G. Gaines -
CITIZEN INPUTANQUIRY
Mr. Charles Smither. Mr. Smither stated that in regard to the 10th Street extension project, he has reviewed his files
and the last date this item was discussed was November 1991. The City had made a proposal at that time and the Cemetery
Association had made a counter proposal that was declined. Mr. Smither requested that the Cemetery Association have direct
discussion with the City Council regarding specific objections of the counter proposal so that an agreement can be made.
Mr. Archie Conner: Mr. Conner stated that he represents Eastex Communications in Huntsville. Eastex
Communications bid on a inter -city police radio. The bid was second out of five bidders ($463 more than low bid by Wright
Communication from Nacogdoches). Mr. Conner stated that Eastex Communications is a local business providing local jobs, and
contributes to local community projects. He stated that they maintain all the radio equipment for the City of Huntsville. Mr.
Conner requested that Council consider awarding the bid to Eastex Communications.
Mayor Hodges stated that the City of Huntsville does have to operate under state law, and that the City does try to favor
local bidders when possible. '
REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER -
Mayor Hodges called the meeting to order. Invocation by Councilmember Davis.
CONSIDER MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 1992
Councilmember Gaines made a motion to improve the minutes of October 20 1992, and Councilmember Green
seconded the motion. Councilmember Robinson made two corrections: 1) a reference to street lights on Old Colony Road and
2) he had stated that he wanted to increase the amount of greenspace required, but not to 25 %. Mayor Hodges did note that
the meetings are recorded and the tapes kept as permanent record.
A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously.�j
PRESENTATION OF SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FEASIBILITY STUDY
BY MR. JOHN WRIGHT, SCS ENGINEERS OF KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
Alternative 1: Transfer station, MRF, energy recovery, and compost
This alternative represents several interrelated system components to manage solid waste for the City and TDCJ. It
includes closure of both landfills and construction of a transfer station ready for operation by October 1993 to minimize landfill
closure costs. Staged construction of the remaining system components is suggested. Additional components include: construction
of a material recover facility (MRF) at the TDCJ Ellis H facility; upgrading and relocating one energy recover boiler to the TDCJ
site; using those boilers to reduce natural gas costs at Ellis II; and separation of the eompostable fraction from the waste stream
for composting with wastewater sludge.
Advantages:
Utilizes prison labor for a productive purpose while providing job training.
_ ♦ Reduces operating utility costs at Ellis IL
♦ Utilizes energy recovery equipment previously purchased by TDCJ.
♦ Achieves State recycling goals.
♦ May have funding potential.
♦ Will comply with long term legislative requirements.
♦ Is flexible enough to accommodate waste stream changes and specific constituent recycling.
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_ Disadvantages:
♦ Requires TDCJ to overcome security challenges related to utilization of prison labor forces.
'.j ♦ Initially more dependent on private landfill for refuse disposal.
Will require continual attention to environmentally related operational factors.
Cannot utilize all sludge produced by the City and TDCI.'I
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t► Requires a pilot composting program to be developed.
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Alternative 2: Tmnsrer station and turnkey compost
This alternative consists of a single system capable of handling the municipal solid waste (MSW) and sludge disposal
!. for the City and TDCJ. It includes closing both landfills and constructing a transfer station at the City's wastewater treatment
plant. This transfer station would be designed so it could easily be modified to serve as the tipping floor for an in- vessel
i composting system (e.g, a Bedminis[er type system). The transfer station would serve both the City and TDCJ until negotiations
for a total MSW composting system contract with adequate financial assurances are completed. A turn -key MSW composting
system would then be connected to the transfer station. The system would be owned and operated by the manufacturing company.
The operator would provide for final disposition of reject materials and marketing of finished compost. MSW and sludge from
the City would be directed to the composting operation. MSW and sludge from the TDCJ would be transferred to the composting
facility separately.
Advantages:
0 Turnkey arrangements with manufacturer can potentially relieve the City and TDCJ of up front capital and operating
costs.
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Will comply with legislative recycling requirements.
Is flexible enough to accommodate waste stream changes.'•�
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Could significantly reduce wastewater treatment plan cost of operations.
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Can receive and process sludge produced by both TDCJ and the City.
''. Disadvantages: I!
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Final processing and hauling costs of MSW and sludge for the TDCJ would have to be developed.
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Joint technical and legal expertise required to assist the City and TDCJ in contract negotiations.
Not flexible to specific constituent recycling.'
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Does not utilize prison labor.
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Does not utilize energy recovery equipment.
Glenn Isbell introduced Charles Morgan and Harry Alexander from TDCJ.i,l
There was a question and answer session between the Councilmembers and SCS representatives.
Mayor Hodges stated that staff is very familiar with the study. Staff should be instructed to go out for requests for
proposals and come back to Council with recommendations.
CONSIDER FINANCE REPORTS
1.
Final budget adjustments for the fiscal year ended September 30, 1992. Ms. Allen, Director of Finance stated that this
item is closing out the fiscal year ended September 30, 1992.
2.
Encumbrance of funds from FY 1991 -92, and budget increases for FY 1992 -93 along with budget transfers in the FY
1992 -93 budget. Ms. Allen stated that several department have requested monies budgeted in FY 1991 -92 be carried
forward and spent in FY 1992 -93. This would entail a budget increase for these specific items. Any item over $5,000
will be brought back for Council approval. Not listed is $40,800 budgeted for preliminary study of the E.P.A.
modifications needed at the sewer plant - the contract has been approved by Council but the funds were not listed with
the other encumbrances.
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Review of Tax Collection Report for October with approval of corrections to the roll as certified by the Chief Appraiser.
Current year tax collections are $95,749, 6.8% of the levy, compared to 6.28% at this time last year. $6,462 in delinquent
taxes have been collected, 2.92% of the levy. III
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Councilmember Green made the motion to approve the 1) final budget adjustments for the fiscal year ended September
30 1992; 2) encumbrance of funds from FY 1991 -92, and budget increases for FY 1992 -93: and 3) the Tax Collection Report for
October with approval of corrections as certified by the Chief Appraiser. Councilmember Knotts seconded the motion The
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motion was amended to include the $40,800 budget increase in the capital improvements fund All were in favor and the motion
passed unanimously.
CONSIDER STATUS REPORT ON ACCREDITATION FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Chief Eckhardt stated that in 1989 the Police Department recommended entering into the accreditation process with "
a national accreditation organization for law enforcement. This national organization has sent information to state agencies that
they were in the process of changing the fee schedule. The fee schedule would be increased for agencies that have not received
accreditation within a three year period by recharging the start up fees. Chief Eckhardt stated that the accreditation organization
has liabilities of $1,800,000, and $650,000 in assets. Chief Eckhardt stated that he recommended not continuing with the
accreditation program. As of this date, this information has been received through the state association and not directly from the
national accreditation organization. The Police Department has contacted the organization and they stated all agencies that have
not received accreditation within three years will be charged the additional fees. Chief Eckhardt stated that there are over 17,000
police agencies in the United States and only 220 have received accreditation; approximately 400 are in the self - assessment phase
which the City is in and about 220 are in the same situation the City is in. Accreditation is not easily attained. The contract the
Police Department entered into with the national accreditation organization did not specify a time limit to receive accreditation,
however the contract does refer to a booklet which provides that "the Commission encourages agencies to become accredited
" within a reasonable length of time ... within two to three years from the time of application"
Councilmember Davis asked if the Police Department discontinues with the process, does the City still owe the second
half of the original fee. Chief Eckhardt stated that it is his understanding that the City will not owe the fee. Chief Eckhardt
stated that the money expended to date has been well spent. The Police Department will continue to work on self assessment
and improve the department
Councilmember Green stated that by looking at the financial data on the national organization, the balance sheet shows
that the liability of $1.8 million is deferred revenues, which means they have received revenues for which they have not performed
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the services. Councilmember Green asked why the department has not been accredited in three years. Chief Eckhardt stated
that during the three year period, the department did not work on the program full time. Councilmember Green asked if the
department were to go forward, how long would it take to become accredited? Chief Eckhardt stated that it would take
approximately six months.
Councilmember Robinson asked what the accreditation process has to offer. Chief Eckhardt stated that CADIA
organized a national set of standards and police agencies that meet the standards become accredited. It is similar in nature to
schools and libraries accreditation processes.
Councilmember Bell asked how much money has the City expended on the program including the man hours, equipment,
etc. Chief Eckhardt stated that he did not know an exact dollar amount, but he felt that none of the money has been wasted. '..
Improvements have been made to make the Police Department a better organization.
Councilmember Bell stated that since the department is only six months away from accreditation, he felt they should <
complete the process.
Councilmember Lange noted that the results of the accreditation process will get the City nothing. Chief Eckhardt stated
that there are some liability issues that are important. There is an advantage to being accredited when involved in a lawsuit, and
there are indications that liability insurance for accredited agencies may be lower.
Chief Eckhardt stated that his recommendation is based on the fact that CADIA has changed the fee schedule and feels
- that it may be advantageous to wait and see the developments of the organization before proceeding.
Councilmember Carter stated that the paperwork at the end of the process or the plaque are the important factors -
whether the City receives the accreditation now or later, the department has done a self study helping and improving themselves.
Councilmember Carter made the motion to discontinue the accreditation process, and Councilmember Gaines seconded
the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed 8 -1 (Councilmember Bell voted no)
CONSIDER ORDINANCE 92.11-10.1, AMENDING CIIAPIER 12, MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC,
ESTABLISIIING NO PARKING ZONES ON BOTH SIDES OF 16TIl STREET FROM AVENUE I TO AVENUE H
Councilmember Robinson made the motion to approve Ordinance 92 -11 -10.1, Amending Chapter 12, Motor Vehicles
and Traffic, establishing no parking zones on both sides of 16th Street from Avenue I to Avenue H and Councilmember Lange
seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
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- CONSIDER BIDS - I. Bid #93 -4, to Arendale Ford in the amount of $47,569.00. This is for the purchase of four new and unused 1993 full
size cars with police packages. Nine bids were mailed out and four were received. Councilmember Carter stated that
he feels the City should check on bids for natural gas vehicles. He also asked if all four of the vehicles needed the
police package and Chief Eckhardt stated that these four vehicles would be used on patrol.
2. Bid #93 -5, to Wright Communication in the amount of $5.837.00. This bid is for one inter -city police radio base station.
Nine bids were mailed out and five were received. Mr. Schindler stated that it is state law to take bids and to accept
the low bid. Eastex Communications would still retain the City's maintenance contract.
3. Bid #93 -6, to Hood and Wedemever in the amount of $9,336.96. This bid is for the undercarriage repair work on a
John Deere 855 Track Loader. Site bids were mailed and four were received.
Councilmember Davis made the motion to approve 1) Bid #93 -4 to Arendale Ford in the amount of $47,569.00; 2) Bid
#93 -5 to Wright Communication in the amount of $5,837.00; and 3) Bid #93 -6 to Hood and Wedemever in the amount of
$9,336.96, and Councilmember Robinson seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
CONSIDER PROPOSAL TO INSTALL HISTORICAL INFORMATION MARKERS
Mr. Schindler stated that a committee has been formed to research the possible location of the historical information
markers that will be the City's gift to Sam Houston's Bicentennial Birthday Celebration. An estimated cost of $650 - $1200 per
marker for 10 -12 markers would total approximately $10,800. A number of the markers may be available from the Texas Historical
Society at a lower amount. Funding for this project would be the reserve for future allocation.
Councilmember Knotts asked if this project was in conjunction with the Historical Survey. Mr. Schindler stated that
it is not. Mayor Hodges stated that this project would be some historic information markers around town that tourists could enjoy
while in our City.
Councilmember Bell made the motion to approve the recommendation for 10 -12 historical information markers not to
exceed $10,800, and Councilmember Carter seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
COMMENDATION TO SANITATION DIVISION BY TEXAS WATER COMMISSION
Mr. Wilder stated that the Texas Water Commission has commended the Sanitation Division for their waste oil collection
offered at our landfill at no charge to citizens.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (SOLE SOURCE) INSTALLATION OF INSITUFORM
SEWER LINE REHABILITATION FROM 18TH STREET TO AVENUE Q BY NAYLOR ENVIRO SYSTEMS, INC.
Mr. Wilder stated that this sewer line from 18th Street to Avenue Q was one of the lines identified as needing
rehabilitation in the administrative order from the E.P.A. last year for infi tration/infiow purposes. Staff is proposing to rehabilitate
the line in place with the insituform process. Staff is requesting Council approval for the City Manager to enter into a contract l
with Naylor Enviro System, Inc., for a cost not to exceed $24,720.00 for the rehabilitation of the sewer line. This is a sole source
service.
Councilmember Cuter made the motion to allow the City Manager to enter into a contract for professional service '..
installation of insituform sewer line rehabilitation from 18th Street to Avenue Q with Naylor Enviro Systems, Inc. at a cost no[
to exceed $24,720.00, and Councilmember Robinson seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
CONSIDER PARKS ADVISORY BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Modifications to the swimming pool bathhouse as a field house/locker room in conjunction with HLLS.D
Mr. Wilder stated the H.I.S.D. baseball coach has initiated this project. The project would be at no cost to the City,
the school district has raised the funds through the baseball association, booster club and several other organizations. The Parks
Advisory Board is recommending modifications to the swimming pool bathhouse as a field house/locker room with the following
four conditions: 1) a formal usage agreement between H.I.S.D. and the City be entered into; 2) the exterior of the proposed
structure match existing structures in the Kate Barr Ross complex; 3) construction of the structure be done entirely by non -City
!. personnel, including all site preparation, foundation work, and actual construction of the structure; and 4) all construction be
according to the City codes, including inspecting by City building officials.
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Councilmember Robinson asked who would maintain the facility. Mr. Wilder stated that the City would maintain it as
it does the current bathhouse and would be City owned.
Councilmember Green made the motion approve the modifications to the swimming pool bathhouse as a field -
house/locker room in coniunction with H [ S D and Councilmember Lange seconded the motion All were in favor and the
motion passed unanimously.
2. Slope easement in West Hill Park for the proposed Wal -Mart project.
Mr. Wilder stated that park property is adjacent to the proposed Wal -Mart site. This is about a 2 1/2 acre park site that
was set aside in West Hill Mall construction. Wal -Mart requests permission to slope part of the bank (and sod) for drainage
purposes. The park area affected would be approximately 1/2 acre. They are requesting to remove all the brush and trees off
the property. The Parks Advisory Board discussed this easement request and made the recommendation to approve the easement '..
(with the conditions that it is to be properly seeded or sodded to reduce erosion, be maintained as greenspace, and every effort
be made to preserve as much existing vegetation as practicable).
Councilmember Green made the motion to approve the slope easement in West Hill Park for the proposed Wal -Mart -
project, and Councilmember Gaines seconded the motion.
Councilmember Carter asked if this areas would count as part of the greenspace requirement for the new development.
Mr. Wilder stated that it would not. Councilmember Carter stated that he had heard that Wal -Mart was planning to make an
effort to save the Smither grove of oak trees on the property. He requested that the City approve the easement if Wal- Mart
agrees to save the oak trees and plant trees in their parking areas.
Councilmember Carter made the motion to table the original motion until an agreement with Wal -Mart can be made
to save the Smither grove of oak trees on the property, and Councilmember Bell seconded the motion. A vote was taken and
. Councilmembers Carter Bell Robinson and Knotts voted for and Councilmembers Davis Lange, Green Gaines, and Mayor
Hodges voted no. The motion failed 5 -4.
Councilmember Carter stated that since several members of Council were concerned about the greenspace and oak trees,
that it be communicated to the Wal -Mart developers. Mayor Hodges asked Mr. Isbell, City Engineer, to relate to the developers ..
the concerns of City Council.
A vote was taken on the original motion and the motion passed 8 -1. Councilmember Carter voted no.
CONSIDER OPTIONS ON THE AVENUE M SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT PROJECT'
Mr. Wilder stated that four alternatives are considered for the replacement of the Avenue M sidewalk. Alternative #1
is the only option that allows handicap accessibility to the sidewalk.
Councilmember Green made the motion to approve Alternative #1 at a cost of $3900.00, and Councilmember Knotts
seconded the motion.
Councilmember Carter asked if this alternative included removing all the trees. Mayor Hodges stated that it would
'i require the trees removal.
Councilmember Green stated that the other alternatives consist of putting materials over the existing sidewalk, providing
no handicap access due to the additional elevation. Councilmember Carter that this sidewalk is a short distance and felt there
would not be much handicap use.
Councilmember Knotts stated that the tree roots are damaging the sidewalk on the street.
Councilmember Green asked what trees would be removed with Alternative #4. Mr. Isbell stated that no trees would
be removed unless Council authorized the removal of the three trees that the City Arborist suggested be removed.
Councilmember Green stated he would remove his motion if his second was in favor. Councilmember Knotts stated that he felt
Alternative #1 was the better choice - trying to grow these trees in this area is bad for the pavement.
Councilmember Davis asked why Alternative #4 cannot have handicap access. Mr. Wilder stated that the elevation
would be too high.
Councilmember Bell asked why the driveway cannot be used as the handicap access. Mr. Isbell stated that the driveway
is 100 feet off of 20th Street. The handicap access referred to is at Avenue M mid 20th Street intersection.
Councilmember Lange stated that most of these trees to be removed are sweet gums.
Councilmember Bell asked if the oak tree could be saved. Councilmember Knotts stated there is a problem with growing
trees in a space that narrow, with pavement on both sides.
Councilmember Davis stated that the owner of property does want the trees cut down, and Councilmember Carter stated
that several of her neighbors have stated that they did not want the trees removed.
A vote was taken The motion passed 7 -2 Councilmembers Carter and Bell voted no.
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CONSIDER PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATES FOR SIDEWALKIHANDRAIL INSTALLATION
ON TOWN BRANCH AT 7TH STREET CROSSING
Mr. Wilder stated this Councilmember Robinson had requested a sidewalk/handrail on Town Branch at the 7th Street
Crossing. There is not a sidewalk on either side of the 7th Street. The sidewalk/handrail installation on for this strip at Town
Branch would cost $1,455 for the south side and $2,860 for north side, for a total of $4,315.
Mayor Hodges asked if this rail would keep a vehicle from going in the branch and Mr. Wilder stated that no, it was
for pedestrian aid only. Mr. Wilder stated that when the water level rises, the rail would catch debris and could be washed away
during flooding.
Councilmember Robinson stated that many children walked along this street back and forth to school. He felt the slope
of the creek and the slickness was a hazard to the children.
Councilmember Knotts made the motion to approve $4315 for sidewalk/handrail installation on Town Branch at the
7th Street crossing, and Councilmember Robinson seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
CONSIDER STREET LIGHT INSTALLATION REQUESTS
1. Fairway and Pleasant.
2. Old Colony Road and Renfro Valley Drive.
Mr. Wilder stated that a citizen had requested the street light at Fairway and Pleasant, and Councilmember Robinson
9 had requested a street light at Old Colony Road and Renfro Valley Drive. The nearest street light to the Old Colony Road
''. intersection is approximately 75 to 80 yards from the intersection.
Mr. Wilder stated that the policy is for the City to pay for street lights at intersections. The cost for the two light
installation by Gulf States Utilities would be $560.00 ($280 each).
Councilmember Green made the motion to approve the two street lights, one at Fairway and Pleasant and one at Old
Colony Road and Renfro Valley Drive and Councilmember Gaines seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion
passed unanimously.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
[City Council recessed into Executive Session to discuss the following authorization for a land sway for street right -of -way at 7:53
P.M.] [City Council reconvened at 8:15 P.M.]
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1. Consider authorization for a land sway for street right -of -way as follows:
a) Boettchers Mill - 16th Street extension; and
b) 10th Street to Ryans Ferry Road - Cemetery Association (Moore tracts).
Councilmember Lange made the motion to authorize a land swap for the Boettchers Mill for 16th Street extension, and
!! Councilmember Knotts seconded the motion. All were in favor and the motion passed unanimously.
Councilmember Gaines made the motion to explore an agreement with authorization to exchange 9th and 10th Street
right- of -wav site nronerty with the Cemetery Association and Moore estate. and Councilmember Davis seconded the motion. All
were in favor and the motion passed unammousl
2. Utility rates outside the City limits.
Mr. Bounds stated that the general rule is that a City may charge a different utility rate outside the City limits. That
rate must be reasonable with a reasonable rate of return built into the rates charged outside the City. Rates charged outside the
City limits may be subject to review by the Public Utility Commission and Water Commission.
Councilmember Bell stated that in 1987 Council authorized equalization of water rates inside and outside the City. He
stated that since the City can charge a fair rate of return, it may promote annexation to raise the rates of water customers outside
the City limits. He feels that since these residents pay no taxes, they should be charge an additional rate for water.
Councilmember Green asked if all water users outside the City would be treated the same. Councilmember Bell stated
that Elkins Lake would not be additionally charged because they provided their own infrastructure and the M.U.D. pays some of
the costs of delivering water. The City owns and maintains the water lines at Westridge, whereas Elkins fake pays a portion of
repairs and retains ownership of their system.
Councilmember Green stated that unless it can be justified on a cost basis, it may not be feasible.
Councilmember Carter stated that the Councilmember Bell's suggestion seems reasonable to see that non -City residents
pay their fair share for water.
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Councilmember Knotts stated that the water rate would help pay for the water distribution system, but not the overhead
to operate the City. Councilmember Green stated that other residents water rate does not either. All water revenues are
intergovernmentally transferred into administration. Councilmember Bell stated that the non -City residents are not paying for
the existence of a City. Councilmember Green stated that they do to a degree through interfund transfer.
Mayor Hodges stated that if costs are higher outside the City limits, then additional rates should be charged, but if costs
are not higher then there is no justification to increase the rates.
Councilmember Knotts stated that enlargement or replacement of the system will be required in time. The City would
be responsible for these costs.
Councilmember Bell requested that this item be brought back to Council at the next meeting.
MAYOR'S ACTIVITY REPORT
Proposal to review rending plans.
Mayor Hodges stated that the Comprehensive Plan, the Cultural 2020 Plan and the C.I.P. Plan need to be reviewed and
updated. He recommended that many items pertaining to these plans need to be referred to various boards and commissions for
review. Consensus of Council was received on this recommendation.
CITY COUNCILMEMBER ACTION
Cultural Plan. Councilman Carter stated that he felt that Council violated the intent of the Cultural Plan by voting to cut 11 trees.
He felt we have also violated the Comprehensive Plan by voting to cut the trees. It costs the City additional money to cut the
trees.
Disturbance. Councilmember Robinson requested information on the disturbance over the weekend.
Political Signs. Councilmember Lange stated that there is still debris on the telephone poles and right of ways from the last '
election and recommends that political parties in the area look at and abide by the ordinances of the City of Huntsville.
Cultural Center. Councilmember Gaines stated that P.G.A.L. had shown the committee the preliminary plans for the Cultural
Center. The plans will be ready for the Council and public review at the next meeting. There is a conflict with the meeting date
and requests that the meeting take place on the Monday night - November 23. Council agreed to meet on Monday, November
23.
Chili Lunch. Mr. Pipes stated that a challenge had been made by the Conroe City Council relative to a chili supper should
Huntsville beat Conroe, or Conroe beat Huntsville, be served by the respective City Council of the losing team. Huntsville did
beat Conroe and their City Council would like to serve a chili lunch on Monday, November 23 to the Huntsville City Council and
Iuntsville Coaches.
Victor Lange. Councilmember Lange introduced his son, Victor Lange, who is working on his citizenship badge.
None.
MEDIA INQUIRIES
ADJOURNMENT
Danna Welter, City Secretary
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