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January 8, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: JANUARY 8,1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 8th day of January 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
BILL ELLISTON DIRECTOR
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: None.
Also present were Adelene McCormick, Eldon Wold, R. W. Burton, Pat Wright, Bobby Burney, Walt Sears, Jr., David Weidman, E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Edson Reynolds.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last Board meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to amend the 1995 budget as presented. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the budget is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to approve a fishing guide permit with an annual fee of $100.00, with the criteria of same being as amended. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. The criteria is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Board was advised of the upcoming meeting with the Texas Water Development Board. MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to authorize the manager, president and attorney to proceed with the negotiations based on Option 2 with the exclusion of TWDB ownership. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the proposal is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to approve the Amendment to the Records Control Schedule as presented. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the Amended Control Schedule is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to approve the execution of an Extension of Lease Agreement with James H. Reid, et al, Lots 1, 1R and 10 of Spring Bluffs. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the extension is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The attorney updated the Board on the progress of the amended water purchase contracts.
Manager Withers reported on a hydrilla control seminar, which will be held on Thursday, February 15.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 12th day of February 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Bill Elliston, Director
Glenn Morris, Director
January 23, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: JANUARY 23, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 23rd day of January, 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in CALLED SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
BILL ELLISTON DIRECTOR
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent : None.
Also present were Wayne Vardeman, Robert McDonald, Eldon Wold, B. J. Kalmer, Bobby Burney, Karl Kurz, H. K. McMichael, George Velten, John Alderman, Lee Morris, Herbert Otto, David Weidman, Walt Sears, Jr., E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Bill Elliston.
The Board convened in EXECUTIVE SESSION to deliberate the purchase of interest in real property held by Texas Water Development Board pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Government Code.
Following the executive session, Manager Withers reported on the meeting with the Texas Water Development Board held on January 18, 1996. MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris¸ to send the District Manager to Austin to talk with Mr. Ward and (1) attempt to negotiate a price lower than the $3.8 million, (2) to get the figure as low as possible and (3) bring that figure back to the Board and see if it is low enough for us to accept. For us to see if it is low enough to get a bond election passed to repurchase the State’s interest in Lake Cypress Springs. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
The Board and Manager held an informal question and answer session with the guests.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 21st day of February 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Bill Elliston, Director
Glenn Morris, Director
February 12, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: FEBRUARY 12, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 12th day of February 1996, the Board Of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
BILL ELLISTON DIRECTOR
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: None.
Also present were Adelene McCormick, Billy Frank Hicks, Eldon Wold, Walt Sears, Jr., David Weidman, and Shirley Maples.
The president called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Glenn Morris.
MINUTES of January 8 and January 23 were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last regular meeting. The President put the question, and after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Mr. B. F. Hicks presented a revised plat of Panther Creek Pass lots 20, 21 & 22, Phase 2. Motion was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to approve same. A copy of this plat is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to approve the execution of Terminations of Lease Agreement on the following lots:
Samuel Connell & Arris Connell L531/2 KC
Lawrence J. Clair L21/2 KC
Bob Laney & Angie Laney L23/2 KC
Jean Byers 27& 28/33/4 & 17/35/4 KC
Jack Clark 47/36/4 KC
Gary Lynch 2/62/4 KC
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the terminations will be attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to adopt a RESOLUTION as follows:
“Resolved that health, dental, and vision insurance premiums paid by the employees shall be deducted prior to figuring the employee’s taxable income.”
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
The Board convened in EXECUTIVE SESSION to deliberate the purchase of interest in real property held by Texas Water Development Board pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Government Code, after which no action was taken.
The Manager reported on the following items:
- Vegetation control seminar scheduled for Feb. 15.
- Lee Hyman’s letter.
- Purchase of 4610 Ford Tractor for $9,500
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 11th day of March 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Bill Elliston, Director
Glenn Morris, Director
February 21, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: FEBRUARY 21, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 21st day of February 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in CALLED SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
BILL ELLISTON DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: Glenn Morris.
Also present were Durrell Stevens, Eldon Wold, Pete Tart, Jim Kerley, Danny Burger, Mike Byrd, Pete Riebel, Adelene McCormick, B. J. Kalmer, Walt Sears, Jr., David Weidman, E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Walt Sears, Jr.
The Board convened in EXECUTIVE SESSION to deliberate the purchase of interest in real property held by Texas Water Development Board pursuant to Section 551.072 of the Government Code.
Following the Executive Session, MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to accept the Texas Water Development Board’s counteroffer of $3.3 million for purchase of the State’s equity in Lake Cypress Springs, contingent upon a bond election passage and the sale of the bonds. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to adopt a Resolution calling a bond election on April 13, 1996, in the amount of 3.5 million combined tax/revenue bonds. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 11th day of March 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Bill Elliston, Director
March 11, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: MARCH 11, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 11th day of March, 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
BILL ELLISTON DIRECTOR
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: None.
Also present were Brent Doll, Eldon Wold, Adelene McCormick, Linda Michener, Mike Byrd, Eddie Brooks, Bobby Burney, Pat Wright, James Kerley, Walt Sears, Jr., David Weidman, E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by E. C. Withers.
MINUTES of February 12 and February 21 were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to approve the 1995 Audit Report as presented by Brent Doll. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
Mr. James Kerley and Mr. Mike Byrd restated the District’s position and actions concerning the upcoming bond election. The Board was presented with a brochure, which is scheduled to be printed and mailed to Franklin County residents. The local newspaper will have a complimentary edition, which will feature an ad giving the same information to the residents of Franklin County.
The Board was advised the Cypress Creek Country Club had contacted the District concerning purchasing an additional 100 acre-feet of water. That Board will be considering the matter and getting back in touch with the District.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to set election wages as follows:
Election Clerks and Alternate Judge $5.00 per hour
Election judge – $5.00 per hour and $25.00 additional
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to approve a revised plat of lots 3, 4, 5 & 6, block 55, section 4, of Kings Country as presented by Eddie Brooks. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the plat is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to approve the execution of an Extension of Lease Agreement to Perry Lundberg. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the extension is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Manager Withers advised the Board that the City of Marshall had approached the District concerning the purchase of water. MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to authorize the Manager to negotiate with the City of Marshall as follows:
(a) Price of the water would be $75.00 per acre foot;
(b) Amount of water to be sold – 3440 acre-feet;
(c) The water is to be moved downstream during the time that Lake Cypress Springs is in the flood stage; and
(d) Contingent upon the approval of the TNRCC.
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to approve a plat of “The Oaks”. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. The plat is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to ratify the action taken in purchasing a used tractor from Ennis Christenberry. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 15th day of April 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Bill Elliston, Director
Glenn Morris, Director
April 15, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
THE FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: APRIL 15, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 15th day of April 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
BILL ELLISTON DIRECTOR
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: None.
Also present were Eldon Wold, Adelene McCormick, A. D. Harris, Pat Wright, Bobby Burney, David Weidman, Walt Sears, Jr., E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Billy Jordan.
The Board canvassed the election returns after which MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris to adopt a Resolution declaring the results of the election. The resolution is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MINUTES of March 11 were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to approve the execution of the Water Purchase Contracts as amended with the City of Mount Vernon, the City of Winnsboro, and South Franklin Water Supply Corporation. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the contracts is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Bids were opened for the sale of the 1972 Ford Tractor as follows:
A. D. Harris $3,250.00
Hoyt Taylor $4,176.00
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to reject all bids. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the bids is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to approve the execution of the reinstatement of lease agreement on lot 377 of Pine Valley. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”‘. A copy of the reinstated lease is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Bill Elliston, to ask the Legislature to amend the District’s creative act to provide for Single Member Districts for the District’s election of Directors. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. The Manager was instructed to proceed with whatever actions were necessary to accomplish the Single Member Districting.
MOTION was made by Bill Elliston, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to approve the execution of an amended water purchase contract with M & W Recreation Facility on the terms set out by the letter of request. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the letter is attached hereto and made a part hereof. A copy of the amended contract will be attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Manager reported on the progress of negotiations with the City of Marshall.
Administrative Assistant David Weidman presented a report on the Lake Patrol activities.
Bill Elliston presented a letter of resignation. A copy of the letter is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
President Jaggers presented Mr. Elliston with a plaque expressing the District’s appreciation for Mr. Elliston’s service as a Board Member.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 13th day of May 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Glenn Morris, Director
May 13, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: MAY 13, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 13th day of May, 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: None.
Also present were B. J. Kalmer, Doris Shaw, Marilyn Storey, Garry Romines, Bobby Burney, Jack Kemp, Dave Reinhartsen, Pat Wright, K. P. Lester, Adelene McCormick, Wendell Martens, Eldon Wold, Walt Sears, Jr., David Weidman, E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Edson Reynolds.
MINUTES of April 15, 1996, were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Mr. K. P. Lester informed the Board of several items, which he felt needed to be addressed by the Board:
A. Fix the morning glory to provide safety factors.
B. Raise the level of the morning glory four feet.
C. Discharge valves are unsafe for use.
D. Lay water line 300 to 400 feet and pump excess water from the bottom of the lake and control lake level by means of a float.
- Use District’s $2 million reserve to replace boathouses and piers to allow maximum usage.
The Board advised Mr. Lester that the items would be taken under consideration.
Bids for the sale of a Ford 3000 tractor were opened as follows:
A. D. Harris $4,516.00
Cal Hutson $4,785.00
Conroy Ford Tractor $4,450.00
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to accept the bid from Cal Hutson for $4,785.00. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. Copies of the bids are attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Garry Romines discussed with the Board the need for assistance in financing a cooperative brochure.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to contribute $1,000 which will be incorporated in the 1997 budget. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to appoint Eldon Wold to fill the vacancy on the Board left by the resignation of Bill Elliston. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
The Board recessed to allow Mr. Wold to complete filing with the Secretary of State’s office. Upon reconvening, Walt Sears administered the oath of office to Mr. Wold.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to approve the amendment of Article XVI of the District’s rules and regulations as presented. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the amendment is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Manager Withers reported on the progress of the sale of water to the City of Marshall and advised the Board that the amended water contracts are listed on the May 16 agenda of the Texas Water Development Board.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 10th day of June 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Glenn Morris, Director
Eldon Wold, Director
June 10, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: JUNE 10, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 10th day of June 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
ELDON WOLD DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: Billy M. Jordan.
Also present were Richard Chewning, Tony Williams, Lee Deboer, Adelene McCormick, William Thumm, Oscar Bennett, Mr. And Mrs. Billy Byrd, Paul Lovier, Joe Pinkerton, James R. Jones, Ron Hamby, Pat Wright, Bobby Burney, David Weidman, Walt Sears, Jr., E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Glenn Morris.
Minutes of May 13, 1996, were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Eldon Wold, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Board convened in Executive Session with Mr. Tony Williams representing the City of Marshall for the purpose of contract negotiations. Following the Executive Session no action was taken.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to adopt the Investment Policy as presented. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the policy is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Mr. James Jones and Mr. Ron Hamby requested that the Board authorize the staff to issue a permit for the harvesting of mussel shells on Lake Cypress. MOTION was made by Glenn Morris and SECONDED by Eldon Wold, to table the request pending further research and contact with Texas Parks and Wildlife. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
Mr. Lee Deboer requested that the Board consider lowering or removing the permit fee for the fishing guide permit. MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to leave the permit fee at $100.00 per year. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Glenn Morris and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to approve the amended 1996 budget as presented. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted ‘AYE’. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the amended budget is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Eldon Wold and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to add “All retaining walls shall be constructed of pentatreated timbers or concrete, or other materials approved by the District.” to retaining wall standards. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Eldon Wold, to increase to 13 the minimum age allowed to operate personal water craft on Lake Cypress Springs under the rules set out in the District’s rules and regulations. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
David Weidman presented a report of Lake Patrol activities.
Paul Lovier, President of the Northshore Homeowners Association met with the Board to discuss the District spraying the algae growth in the cove adjacent to the Northshore Property. He was advised that the District is planning to treat the algae with a new product, which is now available. Homeowners were invited to assist in the application of chemical since this is a painstaking task.
Manager Withers reported on the following items:
- Meeting with North East Texas Municipal Water District;
- The tabletop simulation oil spill;
- TWCA Risk Management meeting scheduled for July 15 and 16;
- A thank you note received from the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce.
He also reported that TNRCC is requiring a water conservation plan to be drawn up before they will approve our amended permit. MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to retain Reeves Hayter to complete the plan. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 8th day of July 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Glenn Morris, Director
Eldon Wold, Director
July 8, 1996
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: JULY 8, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 8th day of July 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas with the following members present.
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY M. JORDAN SECRETARY
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
and with the following member absent: Eldon Wold.
Also present were Adelene McCormick, Lloyd Parker, Rock Grundman, Lee Deboer, Doris Shaw, Pat Wright, Bobby Burney, David Weidman, Walt Sears, Jr., E. C. Withers and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
NOTICE of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Walt Sears.
Minutes of June 10, 1996, were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to ratify action taken in paying the bills since the last meeting. The President put the question and , after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Mr. Lloyd Parker requested that the Board considered lowering the required permit fee for a water pump. MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to leave the fee intact at $100.00. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted ”NO”.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris to approve the revised plats of Eagle Point as presented. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the plats are attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Board was advised that further research has been done on the matter of harvesting mussell shell in Lake Cypress Springs. The Parks and Wildlife Department will be doing a survey and will report their findings to us. MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to table the matter until the August meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to terminate the following leases for non-payment:
Slaughter and Edwards Unplatted property
Tall Tree Properties 14/16/2 and 32/9/1 of Tall Tree
Double Diamond 17/12/2 of Tall Tree
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the terminations are attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED BY Glenn Morris to approve the execution of extension of lease agreements to;
William Poynter 325, 326 & 327 of Pine Valley
Jim Briggs 12, 27 & 40/1 of Snug Harbor
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the extensions is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Board convened in EXECUTIVE SESSION for the purpose of possible litigation concerning 360 Degree Communications Co. Following the Session, MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, not to enter into the suit at this time and to authorize the attorney and manager to monitor the situation. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to ratify the action taken in issuing a special permit to Sewell’s with a fee of $200.00 for a demonstration of wave runners. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
David Weidman presented a report of Lake Patrol activities.
Attorney Sears reported that everything was routine except for a request from Merrill Lynch Credit Corporation regarding the subordination of lien.
Manager Withers reported on a letter received from Mr. Ike Vanden Eykel regarding the use of grass carp in Lake Cypress Springs.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this 12th day of August 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Glenn Morris, Director
August 12, 1996
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Vol. 28B, Pages 17, 18
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
HELD: August 12, 1996
THE STATE OF TEXAS
FRANKLIN COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
COUNTY OF FRANKLIN
ON THIS the 12th day of August 1996, the Board of Directors of the Franklin County Water District convened in REGULAR SESSION at their office located at 114 North Houston Street on the East side of the square in Mount Vernon, Texas, with the following members present:
KENNETH JAGGERS PRESIDENT
EDSON REYNOLDS VICE PRESIDENT
BILLY JORDAN SECRETARY
GLENN MORRIS DIRECTOR
ELDON WOLD DIRECTOR
and with the following members absent: None.
Also present were Adelene McCormick, James and Arlene Jones, Jan Kuhl, Lee Deboer, Pat Wright, Bobby Burney, Walt Sears, Jr., E. C. Withers, David Weidman and Shirley Maples.
The President called the meeting to order, declared a quorum present, and that the meeting was duly convened and ready to transact business.
Notice of this meeting was given, stating the time, place, and purpose, all as required by Chapter 551 of the Government Code.
Invocation was given by Eldon Wold.
Minutes of July 8, 1996 were read and approved.
MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to ratify action taken in paying bills since the last meeting. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A list of the bills is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
The Board was advised of a recommendation from Texas Parks and Wildlife that mussel harvesting not be allowed on Lake Cypress Springs. MOTION was made by Glenn Morris, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, that mussel harvesting on Lake Cypress Springs be prohibited. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the recommendation is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Following a presentation by Manager Withers, MOTION was made by Eldon Wold, and SECONDED by Edson Reynolds, to: (1) Proceed with engineering, to secure the morning glory, (2) apply for a permit to stock triploid grass carp in Lake Cypress Springs; (3) to provide funding for introduction of Pakistanae fly and triploid grass carp into Lake Cypress Springs; (4) to allocate the funds to treat algae in Lake Cypress Springs. The President put the question and, after considerable discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE’. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to retain Doll, Karahal and Company to perform the 1996 audit. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
MOTION was made by Eldon Wold, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to terminate the lease agreement with Dan Edge on lots 18, 23 and 24, Phase 2 of Holiday Retreat for non-payment of the amounts due. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the termination is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Billy Jordan, and SECONDED by Glenn Morris, to approve the execution of Extensions of Lease Agreements to:
Larry Kimbler— Eagle Point 45/1
Carey Galpern— Tall Tree South 9/1
The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”. A copy of the extensions is attached hereto and made a part hereof.
MOTION was made by Edson Reynolds, and SECONDED by Billy Jordan, to request a six-month extension of the State’s $3.3 million offer for the repurchase of the State’s equity in Lake Cypress Springs. The President put the question and, after full discussion and deliberation thereon, all members present voted “AYE”. NONE voted “NO”.
David Weidman presented a report of Lake Patrol activities on Lake Cypress Springs.
Attorney Sears reported that he had represented the District in the 360 degree communications matter and a civil suit concerning property not owned or controlled by the District.
Manager Withers advised the Board of the installation of natural hazard signs which have been installed in the parks.
The Manager also presented a schedule showing the status of the District’s investments.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
MINUTES approved this the 9th day of September 1996.
Kenneth Jaggers, President
Edson Reynolds, Vice President
Billy M. Jordan, Secretary
Glenn Morris, Director
Eldon Wold, Director