05.13.1971 CC Minutes519
REGULAR MEETING OF THE KENNEDALE CITY COUNCIL
MAY 13, 1971
In the absence of Mayor Platt, Mayor Pro-t em Martin assembled the meeting at
7:35 P.M. Council members present were Mrs. Inez Keithly, John J. Biondi, Jr.,
dill Bishop; B. 3. Wagon being absent.
Bob Nichols from Freese, Nichols and Endres came before the Council; he ex-
plained another step or two in ref erence of Federal Grant. Mr. Marshall read
Resolution 71-4 to apply for Federal Grant under Federal Water Polution Control
Act. Mrs. Keithly made motion to adopt Resolution 71-4, 2nd by Mr. Biondi;
carried unanimously. Also they could authorize the Mayor to enter into a memo-
randum agreement with the Trinity River Authoritys to participate to extent of
25% ownership in waste water project, with the City 1 easing the Authoritys of
its amortization of the bonds, thereby increasing the eligibility for Federal
Grant from 33% to 55% of the project cost. Such contract to be subject to the
City Attorney's approval as to form. Mr. Biondi made motion authorizing the
Mayor to enter into this agreement, 2nd by Mrs. Keithly; motion carried unani-
mously.
A4r. McMahan from McMahan Investment Co. of Dallas was present in reference to
a bond election. Mr. Marshall read Ordinance 71-2 that said election be held June
12, 1971 for the issuance of sewer and water tax and revenue bonds. Ida Flake
presiding judge, Nettie Vick alternate judge; the presiding judge shall appoint
not less than two election clerks to hold said election. Mr. Bishop made motion
to adopt Ordinance 71-2, 2nd by M:s. ICeithly, motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Martin read letter from Mrs. Doty, asking the City to lift the easement
on lots 1-2-3-~-7-8 in the Arthur survey; after some discussion, the Council
tabl ed this request until our City Attorney could study it further.
,.T. R. Fitts came before the Council, asking who was responsible for the por-
table buildings on the school ground. He was advised it was school property
and the school was responsible. He then stated there were chug holes in the
Crestdale area that needed repairing.
James Rodgers came before the Council asking the City to annex 3b acres of
his property on Kennedale Sublett Road. Mr. Marshall advised him to make
a plat of his property and lots and he would prepare the necessary papers
if he so desired.
Nlrs. Keithly suggested we start a fund for something worthy in Kennedale,
she started it with her check.
Mr. Martin read letter from Robert Patterson asking permission to sell fire
works from 25th of June until midnight July 4th; the proceeds going to the
Little League Association. Mts. Keithly made motion to grant this request if
it meets with all necessary specifications. Mr. Bishop 2nd motion, carried
unanimously.
Pete Kirkpatrick was present and stated he was representing the Little League
Association, asking for a driveway approach off of Clover Lane; the cost being
approximately 100 ar 125. The Council agreed to this request.
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Mr. Biondi read letter from Chamber of Commerce, inviting them to any or all
their meetings; ±hat the Chamber was anxious to work with the Council in any
endeavors that they undertake. Mr. Lassetter with the Chamt~er of Commerce
stated they approved and would support the bond issuA.
Mis. Keithly made motion to adjourn, 2nd by bir. Biondi. Meeting adjourned
at 9:35 P.M. '
Approved:
Bob att, Mayor
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Jewel D. Boyd, City S e etary
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