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(~ ~. 008 It was suggested, at this time, that parking conditions in the alley of Block 20 in the Original town of San Marcos; and an Ordinance requir- ing one-way traffic in said alley; requiring all traffic in said alley to proceed from West to East; fixing a penalty for violation; containing a severalability clause, should be considered by the Council. Presentation and reading of this proposed Ordinance was made at this time. It was stated by Alderman Hillburn that he was not in favor of the passing of this Ordinance as the small lot, used for parking space, belonged to Mr. Jack Wood and the change would, therefore, effect that parking area. It was suggested by Mayor Allen that this suggested Ordinance be shown to all merchants that would be effected by the passing of such an Ordinance, and taken up at a later date, when all parties concerned had been contacted, at which time a decision could be made. ~ Z c:: t:;.t.:"i = <~:~) () i The City Manager then informed the Council of the existence of I a vacant house on N. Austin Street (third from Kercheville Motors) being in a very qad condition, having weeds and grass in the yard. This property belong- ing to a lady who is in an institution for training of the blind. Due to her impaired condition she is not financially able keeping up this property. Motion was made by Alderman Beecroft and seconded by Mr. Hillburn that the Council authorize the cleaning and the charges to be placed against the property, which would ,be at the consent of the property owner. A vote was taken at this time which ,was unanimous by all members present. The Council was informed that the 'City had received a request from thE DUPREE OIL CO., for permission to sell Butane-Propane at the Dupree Oil Co. Station on Highway 81. The City Manager told the Council that in- spection of this location had been made by City Inspector, Jack Major, and that he recommended approval if the installation was made in accordance with the Railroad Commission requirements. The Cou~cil gave a unanimous approval of this iequest if requirements were met by the Dupree Oil Co. as required by the Railroad Commission. The City Manager informed the Council that Mr. Vernon McDonald had been recommended by the Park Board to serve as director of the recreation program for the coming Summer Season. Motion was made by Alderman Hillburn and seconded by Alderman Korff to accept Mr. McDonald and that employment of all personnel connected with this program, buying of all supplies should be done through and with the approval of the City Manager's Office. This motion received a unanimous vote of the Council. I The Council was informed that the City Manager had talked with Mr. Fred Richan, U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service, regarding the Citys' request for a five (5) year special use permit for the small ,lot on the San Marcos River owned by the Government. The City Manager stated that he felt that approval of this request would be to the best interest of the City, at which time motion was made by Alderman Beecroft and seconded by Alderman Hillburn for approval of this request and that the City Manager to negotiate this permit with the Fish and Wildlife Service. Alderman Korff stated that he had contacted Mr. Ben Festervan regarding the possibility of the City acquiring a small tract of land on the West side of the San Marcos River, between the bridge and the Ice Plant, for the site of construction of a public fishing pier, however, Mr. Festervan stated that he would not be interested in selling this property but would be in favor of the construction of same if the City would agree to clean and dredge this section of the river twice a year - preferably in the Spring and then the end of the Summer. It was the unanimous decision of the Council to accept this proposition and execute an agreement and/or lease, which would be agreeable with both Mr. Festervan and the City, for a period of seven (7) years ,or as long as the City would continue to clean and maintain said property and after completion of same for the City to proceed with the con- struction of such a public fishing pier. The next item of business to appoint the Equalization Board for the ensuing year. Motion was made by Alderman Hillburn and seconded by Alderman Korff for the appointment of the following to serve on this Board: I Chairman - Dare Williams Members - Mr. C. C. Wade Mr. M. W. Schofield Vote was then taken and tallied as follows: Ayes: Alderman Beecroft Alderman Davis Alderman Hillburn Alderman Korff Nayes: None