Min CC 06/24/1997 MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING
THE CITY COUNCIL OF CIBOLO CONDUCTED A REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING
ON TUESDAY,6/24/97,AT 7:00 P.M.AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING,109 SOUTH MAIN
STREET,CIBOLO,TEXAS.THE FOLLOWING WAS THE ORDER OF BUSINESS:
I. CALL TO ORDER.
Mayor Sam Bauder called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Il. ROLL CALL.
Present were Mayor Bauder,and Councilmen Jeff Miller,Bob Glisar,Albert Johnson,and Chuck Ridge
and Councilwoman Gail Douglas.
Staff was represented by Chief of Police Wes Suiter,Public Works Director Keith Gilbreath,City Attorney
Ron Flake and City Administrator Tom Newman.
III. INVOCATION.
Bob Glisar provided the invocation.
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Bauder led the pledge.
V. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD. (LIMIT 3 MINUTES EACH)
1. Mr.Brent Free,Attorney,representing Mr.Roy Dawkins,owner of Shady Meadows,
expressed concern over possibility of property condemnation due to flooding. Water is on,but electricity
is needed for occupants to clean up. Mr.Dawkins will address health concerns,but wants to ensure his
own rights.
2. Ms. Susan Schofield,declined to speak.
3. Ms.M uji Jeffreys,representing Parks and Recreation Commission,informed Council the
Golf Tourney had been postponed. It is rescheduled for August 9, 1997.
4. Mr.Martin Guzman inquired into what to expect in regards to the trailer park.
5. Mayor Bauder informed those present that there was no agenda item in that regard,and there
would be no action taken at this meeting. He called on City Attorney,Mr.Ron Flake,to address the issue.
6. Mr.Flake assured all present that the City is inspecting the properties at Shady Meadows to
ensure the health and safety of residents. If a hazard is identified,a home may have to be condemned,and
tagged until it is made safe. Red Cross assistance and relief information is available in Schertz.
7. An unnamed citizen complained of fumes due to the flood.
8. An unnamed citizen complained that their residence was unlivable.
9. An unnamed citizen inquired if Mr.Dawkins could move her home without her consent.
10. An unnamed citizen complained of ongoing electrical fire hazard in her house.
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VI. CONSENSUS ITEMS:
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JUNE 10,1997 MEETING
Jeff Miller motioned for approval. Seconded by Chuck Ridge. Bert Johnson recommended correction of
two typographical errors in the minutes . Approved as corrected.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JUNE 16,1997 MEETING
Jeff Miller motioned for approval. Seconded by Chuck Ridge. Bert Johnson recommended correction of
two typographical errors in the minutes. Approved as corrected.
VII. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON AN ORDINANCE SETTING STOP INTERSECTION
FOR THISTLE CREEK,UNIT 4
Chief of Police Wes Suiter briefly explained the reason for the ordinance.
Jeff Miller motioned to approve the ordinance. Seconded by Bob Glisar. Approved.
VIII. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON AN ORDINANCE SETTING SPEED LIMITS FOR
THISTLE CREEK,UNIT 4
Jeff Miller motioned to approve the ordinance. Seconded by Bert Johnson. Approved.
IX. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON BILL FOR DIETZ RD. SEWER LINE BREAK REPAIR
WORK DONE BY SCHERTZ
In response to a question by Jeff Miller,Keith Gilbreath and Mayor Bauder provided a brief explanation
of the original situation. Schertz billed the City for$6015.53,half the total project cost,in June 1987.
The City only felt obligated for$1555.50--half of the contractor's cost,and that was paid to Schertz in
August, 1987. The current bill received from Schertz is for the remaining$4460.03. Council discussed
the various perceptions on the issue.
Ron Flake recommended that the City Administrator research the issue further,and contact Schertz
Bob Glisar motioned to table item until Tom Newman can do so. Seconded by Gail Douglas. Approved.
X. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON REIMBURSEMENT OF OVERPAID PERMIT FEES BY
BUFFINGTON HOMES
Keith Gilbreath explained that Buffington Homes had paid fees on the selling price of the homes instead
of on the building cost. Total reimbursement owed is$11,237.02.
Bob Glisar motioned to reimburse Buffington. Seconded by Chuck Ridge. Approved.
XI. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON BILLING OF CUSTOMER FOR SEWER CLEANOUT
Keith Gilbreath informed Council that customer had called for the City to clean sewer blockage felt to be
in City property. Subsequent repair found blockage to be well within customer property.
Bob Glisar motioned to bill customer with letter of explanation. Seconded by Chuck Ridge. Approved.
XII. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURE IN PARK
Keith Gilbreath presented the scope of work to be included in contract to have building removed at no cost
to City other than minor labor.
Jeff Miller motioned to approve removal subject to amendment of scope of work,and contract developed
by City Attorney. Seconded by Bob Glisar. Approved.
XIII DISCUSSION/ACTION ON PURCHASE OF SEWER JET MACHINE
Discussion of cost and availability of machines was inconclusive.
Jeff Miller motioned to table item pending more detailed information. Seconded by Bert Johnson.
Approved.
XIV. DISCUSSION/ACTION ON COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS
Wes Suiter explained need for better communications,and cost of upgrading system.
Bob Glisar motioned to approve. Seconded by Jeff Miller. Approved.
XV. COMMENTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Gail Douglas expressed sympathy for flood victims,and informed them of the Schertz disaster fund and
Red Cross assistance.
Bert Johnson inquired on status of Dietz Rd. ownership. Keith Gilbreath stated he had received no
response to his attempt to get on the County agenda. He and Jeff Miller will attend the June 30 meeting.
Jeff Miller commented on effect the rain had on the Clemen's 15-yr reunion.
XVI. COMMENTS BY STAFF
Tom Newman inquired if any Council members would be interested in New Elected Official Training.
Keith Gilbreath reiterated City and resident responsibilities regarding condemnation of property for health
and safety reasons. An unnamed citizen commended City workers for their efforts and service.
Wes Suiter updated Council on employee application process.
Ron Flake described the agreement to resolve the flood plain difficulty in Deer Creek by the builder
indemnifying the City until it is formally resolved by replatting. City Administrator should contact
builder with completed documents.
Keith Gilbreath addressed Thistle Creek road damage,repair,and drainage. New concrete channel to
handle flow will double estimated cost. He noted that budgeted water costs will increase by 39%in the
next calendar year. The party interested in moving the Trotti house asked for 60-90 days. Tree is
threatening fire hydrant in Thistle Creek,removal will cost$550.
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XVII. COMMENTS BY MAYOR
None
XVIII. ADJOURNMENT
Bob Glisar made the motion.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THE Z'�= DAY OF Q , , 1996.
HONORABLE SAM BAUDER,MXYOR
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THOMAS A.NEWMAN,CITY SECRETARY