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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989/07/25-Agenda-Pre-Council AW + PRE-COUNCIL ! IIJ�i 41: 18 PRE-COUNCIL CHAMBERS JULY 25, 1989 8 : 30 A.M. 1 . Presentation of 1989-90 D/FW International Airpo - Oris Dunham, Executive Director and Vernell Sturns , Deputy Executive Director, D/FW International Airport Mr. Dunham gave a review of the airport ' s current status . D/FW is the second busiest airport at this time, and it is expected to grow faster than the FAA' s prediction of 5% annually. Expansion plans call for the addition of two new runways and the extension of two others to 14,000 feet . Mr. Sturns followed with a budget review. The proposed $83 . 5 million budget is a 2 . 67% increase over the current year . 2 . Questions/Answers Concerning Current Agenda Items - Douglas Harman, City Manager Finance Director Judson Bailiff reported that the sale of the $10 . 7 million in certificates of obligation for Alliance Airport was scheduled for 10 : 00 A.M. An M&C approving the sale would be brought to council during the meeting. Mr . Harman withdrew M&C C-11767 - Temporary Closure of Third Street Between Throckmorton and Houston Streets . 3 . Golf Proposals - Ralph Emerson, Park and Recreation Director Mr. Emerson reminded council that when fees were increased last year, golfers were promised that the money would be used to improve the courses . The proposed purchases would do just that . -3 M&C - P-3599 - Purchase of Cash Control System from Hussman Refrigeration, Inc. for the Park and Recreation Department , Golf Division was withdrawn so bid specifications can be reviewed. Mr. Emerson explained how each piece of equipment would be used. The three wheel vehicle would carry equipment around the course. The aerifiers are necessary to maintain high quality greens which are required to attract golfers . The office trailer would upgrade the Sycamore Creek course to city-wide standards . If Sycamore Creek is part of a lease agreement, the trailer could be moved to Pecan Valley. In a response to Mayor Bolen, Mr. Emerson reported that the golf committee would make a privatization recommendation to council within two weeks . Mr. Emerson assured Councilman Murrin that the eqjipment could be moved to the non-privatized courses if a lease agreement was initiated, and any private company would not be required to include this equipment in a lease agreement . 4. Appointment of Crime Control and Prevention District Board Members - Bob Terrell , Assistant City Manager Delayed for one week . 5 . Ordinance Approving D/FW International Airport Board Resolution No. 89-124, Amending Section 6-2 of Chapter Four, "Taxicab Rules and Regulations" of the Airport Board' s Rules and Regulation (M&C G-8138) - Richard Aughinbaugh, Public Utilities Supervisor Mr. Aughinbaugh reported that the proposed changes have already been approved by the Airport Board and by the City of Dallas . The changes do not affect the cost of a trip to or from downtown Fort Worth and D/FW. Councilman Murrin asked it there was still a problem with taxis not wanting to come to Fort Worth, and he questioned if elimination of the rate ceiling for trips to Dallas might make the situation worse. Mr . Aughinbaugh reported that this is not a major a problem at this time. Also, the new T service to the airport provides an alternative to taxi passengers . 6 . Proposed Amendment to the City' s Taxicab Ordinance to Facilitate Entrance of Additional Taxicab Operations into the City - Richard Aughinbaugh, Public Utilities Supervisor and Bill Wood, Deputy City Attorney . Mr. Wood reported that under the existing ordinance, if the council found a need to grant another franchise, the existing companies would have the right of first refusal by expanding their fleets to meet this need. The proposed amendment would eliminate that right , and allow the council to grant a new franchise for a specific number of taxis . It was reported that the two existing cor,nanies are operating well below their permitted fleet levels . Councilman Gilley asked if the city's taxi quality standards were lacking, and if so, should they be raised before free expansion is allowed. Mr . Wood stated that standards were not studied, but they could be raised. Also, the existing taxi application was filed under the current standards . Mr. Harman suggested that the issue of standards be studied further by 'staff , and that the proposed amendment be brought back in executive session if necessary. 7 . Lease Agreement on Riverboat Queen, Lake Worth - Mike Pyles , Director , Real Property Management Mr. Pyles reported that the proposed riverboat would be an added attraction which would draw people to the lake. It is estimated that the total annual economic impact would be $1. 5 million, with a total annual revenue benefit to the City of approximately $123 , 500 . The length of the lease is 5 years with 2 renewal options and a 90 day cancellation clause . The proprietors may request a liquor license in the future . The propose site does not preclude another restaurant from locating nearby . Councilman Gilley asked that the city 's liability concerning the consumption of alcohol aboard the riverboat be examined. 8 . Status of Little Train Contract - David Yett , Assistant City Attorney Mr . Yett reported that work on the facility was expected to begin this week, with the train up and running in 2-3 weeks .