08-27-1996 (City Council) Minutes Minutes of the Wylie City Council
August 27,1996
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Swartz called the City Council Meeting to order, August 27, 1996 at 7:00
p.m. with the following Councilmembers present: Wanda Sparks, Cleo Adams, Reta
Allen, Joel Scott and J. C. Worley. John Mondy was absent.
PRESENTATIONS
Mission Statement
Mike Collins, City Manager gave an overview of the process the employees used
in developing and adopting a mission statement for the employees. Ron Sims and Pam
Gidney presented to Council a plaque purchased by the employees to be displayed at the
Municipal Complex. Sims read the inscription: To be responsible stewards of the public
trust, to strive for excellence in public service and to enhance the quality of life for all.
Silent Hero
Bill Rushing, Chief of Police presented the Silent Hero Award to Susie Ellison. He
stated this award was given to 911 Communications Officers for outstanding job
performance. He also stated that she was one of 53 dispatchers that would be honored
in Austin on September 8, 1996.
ACTION ITEMS
Minutes for July 9, July 16 and July 30, 1996
Scott made the motion to approve the minutes as written and Allen seconded the
motion. The motion was voted on-and passed unanimously.
Extending Bank Services Contract with American National Bank
Brady Snellgrove, Finance Director recommended extending the bank services
contract with American National Bank. Adams made the motion to extend the bank
services and Scott seconded the motion. The motion was voted on and passed
unanimously.
Minutes of the Wylie City Council,August 27, 1996, Page 1
Resolution No. 96-19 for the Creation of and Appointment to the Ad Hoc Committee
on Public Safety
Mayor Swartz explained the necessity of a committee in order to determine the
future of the sprinkler ordinance. Worley made the motion to approve the resolution and
to bring names back to council for approval. Adams seconded the motion. The motion was
voted on and passed unanimously.
Contract for the Operation of the Batting Cages at Community Park
Mindy Manson, Assistant to the City Manager stated that the Batting Cage Lease
was brought to Council at the last regular meeting and was sent back to the Park Board to
enable Mr. Wigington to negotiate the lease terms. She stated that the Park Board met and
agreed to allow Mr. Wigington to pay 15% of the operating gross during the months of
operation. She also stated the Park Board decided to drop any cap in the increase of rates.
Scott made the motion to approve the contract and Sparks seconded the motion. The
motion was voted on and passed unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS
Collins stated that the striping on Brown in front of Birmingham Elementary has been
turned over to the State Highway Department and they have indicated they will be striping
this area very soon. He also stated that TCI Cable Company would make a presentation
of service at the next City Council Meeting.
Snellgrove stated that Council would receive a budget insert to reflect the budget of
the Wylie Economic Development Corporation.
Manson stated that the city did not receive the grant from the Texas Parks and
Wildlife Department. She also stated that the city would have the opportunity to resubmit
the grant in September.
CITIZENS PARTICIPATION
Janet Johnston, 702 Andersonville Lane - She presented Council with a petition
for a four way stop sign at Andersonville and Westgate Way. She stated that many cars
speed down Westgate Way and the neighborhood is concerned for the welfare of children
playing in the area.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Executive Session was held under Section 551.075 Conference with Employees to
receive information and question employees regarding pending litigation, City of Parker v.
City of Wylie, Cause No. 219.458.96, District Court of Collin County, Texas 219 Judicial
District.
Minutes of the Wylie City Council,August 27, 1996, Page 2
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further business to come before Council for consideration, the
meeting was adjourned.
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Susan,Shuier, City Secretary
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