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Home My WebLink AboutMIN 09.23.1968 CC-Rm September 23, 1968 The City Council met in called session on the above date, Mayor Jay C. Sloan presiding. The following councilmen and officials were present: William It. Eanes, Iiubert If. Brock, Doyle Lyda, A. F. Davis, City Manager Charles D. Eyeington, Assistant City Manager Claud Eads and City Attorney Joe McMaster. Also present were: Drew Ballard, Mrs. lierbert Baker and Wallace Chappell, Chairman of Citizens Advisory Committee. O C3 Citizens CITIZENS ADVISORY CO%1ITTEE -- TO -- TIIE CITY COL^JCIL V Advisory V Report Findings re: North Fork Reservoir The Corps of Engineers has designated 6 Public Access Areas around the Reservoir, 2 or which will be developed in the initial phase. We Hecommend: That the Georgetown City Council begin negotiating NOW for 2 areas, with on -the -site investigation, selecting those best suited for (a) a Park, and (b) a Wilderness Camping Area. (See 'below) That the Georgetown City Council be on the lookout for a compe- tent, experienced, reliable concessionaire. If one can be found with capital or credit, that is desirable. If one can be found who does not have these, but has the other qualifications, then we recommend that a group of local men charter a corporation to secure the financial resources needed. hate of development and extent of development areug ided by public use and dollar flow. For control of the public areas under Georgetown jurisdiction, we further recommend immediate pursuance of Ilome Rule provision, permitting annexationby public action, and investigation through our legislator of a special bill permitting our exception to the I mile per year present requirement. Annexed territory should include not only the Park areas, but enough land on either side of roads leading to these areas to prevent unsightly and undesirable construction. The Corps controls construction within the Parks. Public units must zone for private land controls. (A) Park. (Select Park for sheltered cove, to protect dock from storms.) The Corps will provide, in the initial phase: Access !toad Launching Ramp Well and lines Latrines A few picnic areas Concessionaire may develop in phases, such as: 1st: Dock, gas & oil, supplies stand Boat storage, land and water "KOA" type facility (Kampers of America) 2nd: Drive-in Grill and Grocery 3rd: More picnic areas, public campsites, and a large group shelter 4th Motel and restaurant 82 We doubt the wisdom of a public beach, which is expensive to police and maintain. But a small designated "Swim at Your Own Risk" area might be arranged. (B) Wilderness Camping Area, for established groups. with competent leaders, (such as Scouts, Day Camping Groups, etc.) available for small fee. Request Corps to provide: Access road, la+inching ramp, well, latrines and showers, fencing and gate with a lock. Alteration of natural site ehould be absolutely minimum. Georgetown provides: gates remain locked: "Posted " signs up; some police patrol; rules for use (no cutting of trees, etc.; leave it as you found it); firewood to be picked up at city maintenance building in town; etc. Texas Crushed Mayor stated that he would like to have Claudie Mayo, City Stone - Elec. Electrical Superintendent at the next council meeting, to discuss serving the Texas Crushed Stone with city power. Airport Mayor suggested that City Manager byeington get bids on coating Runways -Bids the runways at -the Georgetown Municipal Airport. I.O.O.F. Motion by Lyda and seconded by Brock that bids be let on sale of Building I.O.O.F. Lodge building with reservation to'accept or reject any and Bid -Sale all bids. Bids are to be submitted not later than November 4, 1968 at 5:OOP.M. Votes as follows: Ayes: Eanes, Brock, Lyda and Davis. Noes: None. Resolution Motion by Eanes and seconded by Davis that resolution authorizing Urban Renewal Indemnity Agreement be adopted. Votes as follows: Ayes: Eanes, Indemnity Brock, Lyda and Davis. Noes: None. Agreement 1tESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INDt11NITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS AND THE GEORGETOWN URBAN RENEWAL A(;NCY OF GE:ORGETOW`4, TEXAS WITH RESPECT TO SOUTH SAN GABRIEL URBAN RENDVAL AREA PROJECT NO. TEX 8-102. (Resolution in full in Ordinance Book II, Page I\'DE.\LAITY AG1tEE' ILNI'T WHEREAS, the City of Georgetown, Texas and the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Georgetown, T xas'did enter into a Cooperation Agreement on the 8th day of April, 796,9, in connection with the re- vised Urban Renewal Plan for the South San Gabriel Urban Renewal Project TEC R-102, Georgetown, Texas, and; WHEREAS, the City of Georgetown, Texas agreed in said Cooperation Agreement to do certain work including demolition of structures and sight clearance, sight grading, street grading to sub -grade, install traffic signs and street lights, install water facilities, electric system and sewer facilities, all within the Urban Renewal Area, and; WHEREAS, it is desired that the City of Georgetown, Texas execute an agreement holding the Urban,lienewal Agency of the City of Georgetown, Texas harmless with respect to any claims for personal injury and/or death or property damage arising from the operations of the City of Georgetown, Texas in carrying out its obligations under said Cooper- ation agreement. NOW, THE1th'FORtE, the said City of Georgetown; Texas, in consid- eration of the premises, does hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Georgetown, Texas, against any and all liability, loss, damages, cost and expenses which the said Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Georgetown, Texas may hereafter suffer, incur, be put to, pay or lay out to the undersigned or to any other person, firm corporation or governmental agency by reason of, or having as their origin, claims for personal injuries or property damage or claims of any kind or nature whatever arising out of injuries or property damages or either of them sustained as a result of the operations of said City of Georgetown, Texas, in carry- ing out its obligations under said Cooperation Agreement as above described. IN WITNESS, the City of Georgetown, Texas has caused this instru- U t7 ment to be executed by its duly authorized officers this 23rd day of fieptember, 1968, in the City of Georgetown, Texas. THE CITY OF GEORGETOUN, TEXAS BY (Signed: Jay C. Sloan) llayor ATTEST: (Signed: Claud Eads) City Secretary New Fire City Manager C. D. Eyeington informed the council that the Truck specification for the new 750 GPM pumper and booster fire truck had been approved by the State Board of Insurance. Ile also reminded the council that the State Board of Insurance's last inspection of the Georgetown Fire Department was held June 1967 and another inspection would be forth coming.At the July 1966 inspection a new 750 GPM triple combination pumper was recommended to replace the old 1922 Seagrave pumper by the next inspection in two or three years or the City Council would receive a 20 penalty in the key note. As it would take one year for delivery of a new truck, the Manager recom- mended advertizing for bids, and have a truck on order by the time the next inspection occured. Mayor Sloan told the Manager to hold the specification for the time being. No further action was taken. Water City Manager reported that the State ffealth Department had Treatment responded to his request for a consultive inspection of the Improvement Georgetown water system, in line with needed improvement in our water system. Mr. Harmon, Director of the Texas State Department of health, informed the Manager that a field representative would be available for Georgetown study after October 7th. This study will provide needed information on the status of our system and help in planning for future expansion. Sales Tax Mayor discussed the disposition of Sales tax funds and the pos- sibility of building library and swimming pools with revenue from sales tax. There being no further business, on motion by Brock and seconded by Eanes, meeting adjourned. Jay C. Sloan, Mayor ATTEST: Claud Eads, City Secretary