06-MINUTES FROM VARIOUS BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, ETC_ � � U
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
CITY OF PARIS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Mondav, Februarv 25, 2013
4:00 O'CLOCK P.M.
1. The Historic Preservation Commission meeting was called to order by Paul Denney,
Chairman 4:01 p.m.
A. The following members were present:
Douglas Cox
Nancy Anderson
Ben Vaughan
Britin Bostick
Laurie Redus
Paul Denney
B. The following members were absent:
David Stewart
C. Also present: Cheri Bedford, Main Street Manager and Historic Preservation
Officer, Sue Lancaster, City Council Representative, Colton Wicks, Owner 15 E.
Plaza
2. AppYOVaI of� minutes from February 13, 2013. Motion was made by Ben Vaughan
seconded by Nancy Anderson. Motion carried 6-0
3. Consideration of and action on the following Ce�^tificate ofAppropriateness:
A. 15 E. Plaza- Dr. Colton Wicks presented the colors he wanted to paint the eagle on
the top of the building. The commission reviewed the drawing by Dr. Wicks, and
discussed the options for the fabrication of the original design on the metal work
covering the windows. He stated he had seen the metal work on the American Legion
Building, and would want to have his work fabricated. He asked about constraints on
metal used. There was some discussion on powder coating the metal framework. Dr.
Wicks was agreeable to bringing back a fabricated sample to be reviewed by the
Chairman or Vice Chairman before placing it on the window.
A Motion was made to approve the color scheme of the eagle as presented, and to
approve the metal fabricated window covering as presented with the stipulation that
Paul Denney or Ben i�aughan review a sample before actual installation. Motion
made by Laurie Redus, seconded by Britin Bostick Motion Carried 6-0
4. Discussion of and possible action regarding the following structures considered by code
inspectors to be in violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Paris, Paris, Texas, entitled "Substandard and Dangerous Buildings and
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Structures," to determine whether such buildings or structures can be rehabilitated and
designated on the National Register of Historic Places, as a recorded Texas Historic
Landmark, or as historic property as designated by the City Council of the City of Paris.
A. 339 W. Kaufinan
Code Enforcement recommendation to demolish structures. Douglas Cox had asked this
house to be tabled and brought back to the commission from the last meeting. Robert
Talley gave a report about the condition of the property, floor rotten and it was unsecure.
The commission also heard a report on the property by council woman Sue Lancaster.
Sue Lancaster brought up the fact that the house was not on the 1988 National Register
nomination.
Motion was made by Ben Vaughn, seconded by Douglas Cox to send the structure to the
Building and Standards Commission, since it cannot be rehabilitated nor does it have
significant historical value. Motion carried 6-0.
The commission discussed the use of stucco in the historic district, no action taken
6. Future agenda items: Discussion on the partnership with other county and preservation
organizations for a Preservation Day activity May 1 lt" 10:00 am — 3:00 p.m.
Motion to adjourn made by Ben Vaughan, and seconded by Douglas Cox, Motion carried
6-0
Meeting adjourned at 4:43 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 13th DAY OF MARCH, 2013.
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Paul Denney, Chairman
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Paris Economic Development Corporation
Meeting Minutes
January 15, 2013
Board Members Staff
Present: Kenny Dority, Vice-Chairman Present: Steve Gilbert, PEDC, Exec. Dir.
Bruce Carr
Toni Clem, Secretary/Treasurer
Bill Harris (Joined at 3:07 p.m.)
Ex-Officio Members
Present: Melissa Cook, Chamber President
John Godwin, City Manager
Legal
Counsel: Kent Mcllyar
City Council
Liaison: None
Guest(s)
Present:
Shannon Barrentine, PEDC
Connie Beard, The Paris News
Charles Richards, eParisExtra
Hank Betke, R3bi Director
Ke��ny Dority, Vice-Chainnan, established that a quorum was present and called the meeting to
order at 3:02 p.m.
Minutes fro�n December 10, 2012, Regular Board meeting were reviewed. Bruce Carr made a
motion that the Minutes be approved as submitted; seconded by Toni Clem. Motion Carried 3-0.
Financials for November, 2012 were reviewed. Bruce Carr made a motion to approve the
Financials, as submitted; seconded by Kenny Dority. Motion Carried 3-0.
Note: Bill Harris joined the meeting at 3:07 p.m.
Steve Gilbert told those present that Doug Wehrman, Chairman, was in the hospital with
pneumonia and was not able to attend the meeting. The GTech Building has been leased by Winfield
Solutions a subsidiary of Land O' Lakes. He passed around the publication "Expansion Solutions" showing
the ad promoting J. Skinner Baking Company. He told those present that he would be going to Austin the
latter part of the week to start the process of how to obtain grant funding from the USDA/TDA in the
amount of $250,000 to $500,000. ln addition, the dates have been set for Lamar County Days in Austin,
March 26-28, 2013.
Discussion and qossible action to amend the FY 2012-13 Bud�et.
Discussion and possible action re�ardin� the 2013 Onerational Priorities and Business Plan
Imnlementation Year 2.
Toni Clem made a motion that the above two items be discussed at a future meeting or workshop; seconded
by Bill Harris. Motion Carried 4-0.
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January 15, 2013
Discussion and possible action regarding Aroposed 90-Day agreement with Richard Seline. Steve told
those present that Richard Seline has been instrumental in getting our current business plan off the ground
and represented us at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce meeting in mid-December 2012. Richard Seline's
services are like an advocate or salesman e.g., always represents Paris, Texas to attendees at various
functions, planning for the upcoming Lamar County Days, National 4-I I leaders, USDA Rural
Development, Water Development Board and unsolicited proposals for funding. Toni Clem made the
motion to table this item until the future workshop session on February 4, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.;
seconded by Bill Harris. Motion Carried 4-0.
Discussion and possible action to adopt the SEP/IRA Plan administered through Edward Jones for
PEDC emqloyees. Toni Clem made a motion to approve the SEP/IRA through Edward Jones; seconded by
Bill Harris. Motion Carried 4-0.
Discussion and qossible action of the revised Personnel Manual for the Paris EDC. Bruce Carr made a
motion to approve the Personnel Manual, without markups; seconded by Toni Clem. Motion Carried 4-0.
The Board convened into executive session at 3:35 p.m. pursuant to Section SS1.071, Section 551.072,
551.074 and Section 551.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss and deliberate on the following:
A. Section 551.072 - Real Property
B. Section 551.074 — Personnel Matters
C. Section 551.087 — Economic Development Negotiations
The Board re-convened into open session at 4:48 p.m. There was no action as a result of executive session
discussion.
Toni Clem made a motion to adjourn at 4:49 p.m.; seconded by Bruce Carr. Motion Carried 4-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Shannon Barrentine
Asst. Executive Director
Paris EDC
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Meeting Minutes
February 4, 2013
Board Members Staff
Present: Doug Wehrman, Chairman Present: Steve Gilbert, PEDC, Exec. Dir.
Kenny Dority, Vice-Chairman Shannon Barrentine, PEDC
Toni Clem, Secretary/Treasurer Shannon Jones, PEDC
Bruce Carr
Ex-Officio Members Guest(s)
Present: Melissa Cook, Chamber President Present:
Legal
Counsel: Kent Mcllyar
City Council
Liaison: None
Laurie O'Neal, East Tx. Reg. Rep.
Econ. Dev. & Tourism
Office of the Governor
Doug Wehrman, Chairman, established that a quorum was present and called the meeting to order
at 1:07 p.m.
Steve Gilbert provided those present with a slide presei�tation focusing on the following items:
a) FY 2012-2013 Proposed Budget Amendments.
b) 2013 Operational Priorities and Business Plan Implementation Year 2.
c) 90-Day Agreement with Richard Seline.
d) Paris EDC Return On Investment (ROI) Discussion.
Kenny Dority made a motion to approve the budget amendments, as presented; seconded by Toni Clem.
Motion Carried 4-0.
Bruce Carr brought to their attention that some of the budget amend�nents had not been discussed yet
and would be discussed in Executive Session. e.g., Steve Gilbert's annual evaluation.
Kenny Dority withdrew his motion; seconded by Toni Clem. Motion Carried 4-0.
The Board convened into executive session at 3:02 p.m. pursuant to Section 55].071, Section 551.072,
551.074 and Section SS l.087 of the Texas Government Code to discuss and deliberate on the following:
A. Section 551.071 — Consultation with Attorney
B. Section 551.072 - Real Property
C. Section 551.074 — Personnel Matters
D. Section 551.087 — Economic Development Negotiations
The Board re-convened into open session at 3:31 p.m. As a result of executive session discussion, the Board
took the following action:
Kenny Dority inade the motion to proceed with an agree�nent, subject to final approval by legal
counsel, with Potters lndustries and the Paris Texas Industrial Foundation to accept a deed for the rail spur
north of Potters at 19`�' Street NW; seconded by Toni Clem. Motion Carried 4-0.
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February 4, 2013
Bruce Carr �nade a motion to approve the budget amendments, as presented, including a line item
for a one-time staff inerit increases based on annual perfarmance reviews; to comply with the existing
Personnel Manual, vacation buy out for the Executive Directar and Asst. Executive Director; business plan
implementation for year 2 and the Richard Seline agreement; seconded by Toni Clem. Motion Carried 4-0.
Bruce Carr made a motion to adjourn at 3:35 p.m.; seconded by Kenny Dority. Motion Carried 4-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Shannon Barrentine
Asst. Executive Directar
Paris EDC
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2013
4:00 P.M.
1. Don Wilson called the Building and Standards Commission Meeting to order at 4:00
P.M.
Roll was called.
A. The following members were present:
Don Wilson
Johnny Nonis
Zac Saffle
Wendell Moore
Chris Brown
Vicky Ballard (arrived at 4:10)
B. Staff present:
Robert Talley
Audra Lane
John Lestock
C. Others present:
Sue Lancaster — City Council
Debra Lewis — home owner
Jan O'Brien Dyke — home owner
Michael Johnson — renter
Bruce Shupe — property overseer
2. Approval of minutes from previous meetings. (January 22, 2013)
Motion was made by Johnny Norris and seconded by Wendell Moore to approve the
minutes for the January 22, 2013 meeting.
Motion carried unanimously. 5-0
3. Public Hearing to consider presentations by City of Paris Code Inspectors and
owner(s) and/or lien holder(s) of the below properties who have been given notice of
a violation of Article III of Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Paris,
Paris, Texas, entitled "Substandard and Dangerous Buildings and Structures":
Request was made by Robert Talley to move to item 3. P., 327 E Washington, City
Block 146, Lot 15
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Vicky Ballard entered the meeting at 4:lOpm.
P. 327 E Washington, City Block 146, Lot 15
Owner: Jan O'Brien Dyke, 731 SE 3rd Paris, TX 75460
Present: Jan O'Brien Dyke — owner, Michael Johnson — Renter, and Bruce Shupe
— overseer for Mrs. Dyke. Back taxes -$1614.14
Mr. Talley stated that the property at 327 E Washington was brought before the
commission in August of 2012. The property owner was given 90 day to repair. A
permit was pulled but not enough work has been done. There are still dogs
living in the house, the roof is still collapsing, the foundation at the back of the
house is sinking into the ground and the windows are not boarded up.
Michael Johnson stated that he has replaced a window but it has been broken out
by vandals, he has a police report. He is going to try and make the walls more
stable before he can fix the roof. Bruce Shupe stated that his son-in-law is a
contractor and he is going to have him come and tell them the best way to
proceed. They have someone who is going to bring them the materials to fix up
the house.
Jan Dyke asked the Building and Standard Commission for 60 days to fix the
structure.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
The Building and Standard Commission granted a 60 extension stating that there
must be substantial repairs to the structure and that the property is to be brought
back to the BSC in exactly 60 days for review.
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Wendell Moore to allow
Mrs. Dyke 60 days to have the property repaired. The property will be
brought back before the Building and Standards Commission in 60 days to
review the repairs. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
Request was made by Robert Talley to move to item 3. M., 1204 Fitzhugh,
Fitzhugh Addition, Block 1, Lot 2
M. 1204 Fitzhugh, Fitzhugh Addition, Block l, Lot 2
Owner: John Leonard Brown - deceased
Present: Debra Lewis. Back Taxes -$408.72
Robert Talley showed pictures of deterioration on the roof, small holes above the
windows, rot and termite damage and the siding peeling away from the house.
Mrs. Lewis stated that when Mr. Brown passed away the house was inherited by
her mother. Her mother passed away in November of 2012 so she is now
responsible for the property. She agrees that the house needs to be demolished
but cannot afford to do it herself.
Mr. Talley stated that he and Mrs. Lewis have spoken and she has agreed to sign
the Right of Entry and Indemnification so that the City of Paris can demolish the
structure and she will set up a payment plan with the City because she wants to keep
the property.
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Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Zac Saffle to follow Robert
Talley's recommendation for the property to be demolished in 30 days, if not
the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty to
the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
Request was made by Robert Talley to move to item 3. N., 1137 NE lOtn,
Fitzhugh Addition, Block 1, Lot 3
F. 1137 NE lOt", Fitzhugh Addition, Block 1, Lot 3
Owner: John Leonard Brown - deceased
Present: Debra Lewis. Back Taxes -$1064.71
Robert Talley showed pictures of the porch falling in, a hole in the roof,
deterioration of wood and the roof buckling.
Mrs. Lewis stated that again when Mr. Brown passed away the house was
inherited by her mother. Her mother passed away in November of 2012 so she is
now responsible for the property. She agrees that the house needs to be
demolished but cannot afford to do it herself.
Mr. Talley stated that he and Mrs. Lewis have spoken and she has agreed to sign
the Right of Entry and Indemnification so that the City of Paris can demolish the
structure and she will set up a payment plan with the City because she wants to keep
the property.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Vicky Ballard to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property to be demolished in 30
days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil
penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
A. 135 N. W. 14th, City Block 198, Lot 19
Owner: Michael G& Lisa G Long. Back Taxes $77.25
Robert Talley stated that the owner signed for the certified mail and that he has
spoken with Michael Long on several occasions. Mr. Talley showed pictures
and stated that the Code Enforcement Abatement Crew recently cleaned the yard,
carrying away at least 14 mini-dump loads of junk and rubbish. He showed
pictures of boards and pieces of privacy fence on the porch, a large hole in the
side of the house, where the property owner cut with a chain saw, wanting to put a
window in, there is also a missing window in the back of the house. Pictures
were also show of the interior of the house and it is filled with junk and rubbish.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Vicky Ballard to follow
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Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
B. 152 N. W. 24th, Wortham & Carlton Addition, Block 1, Lot 8
Owner: Janice Buetikofer, 509 CR 34300, Brookston, TX 75421
Robert Talley stated that he has had no contact with the owner and no back taxes
are due.
Robert Talley showed pictures of fire damage throughout the attic, hole in the
roof from the fire. The house is unsecure and there is furniture and other junk
and rubbish in the front yard.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Vicky Ballard, seconded by Wendell Moore to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
C. 747 N. W. 6`h, City Block 88, Lot 30
Owner: Pearl Wooten % Robert Wooten — No Back T�es
Robert Talley has spoken with Robert Wooten on the property.
Robert Talley stated that the Fire Department contacted him in regards to this
structure. There is fire damage throughout the attic, the roof has collapsed in the
middle and the foundation is sinking into the ground.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Zac Saffle, seconded by Chris Brown to follow Robert
Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in
30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day
civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
D. 604 W. Provine, City Block 88-A, Lot 4
Owner: David Woods, 301 Pine Bluff, Paris, TX 75460. Back Taxes -$1285.84
Robert Talley has had no contact with the owner who did sign for the certified
letter.
Robert Talley showed pictures of the property where someone has started to
demolish it but did not complete it. Windows are missing, wood is deteriorating,
there is a hole in the roof and the rafters are starting to poke through the shingles.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Wendell Moore to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
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property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
E. 1014 Van Zandt, City Block 174, Lot 11
Owner: John Robert & Clarice Holt, 3150 Dogwood, Paris, TX 75460. Back
Ta�ces - $8008.77
Robert Talley stated that the owner did sign for the certified letter but he has had
no contact with them.
Robert Talley showed pictures of deterioration along the roof line, the front door
is unsecure and will not shut, several of the windows have had rocks thrown
through them, there is deterioration at the back of the house, and there is water
damage and the ceiling tiles are falling due to this.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Zac Saffle, seconded by Chris Brown to follow Robert
Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in
30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day
civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
F. 1004 Van Zandt, City Block,175, Lot 11
Owner: Craig & Marilou Scott, 82 S. Magnolia Place, The Woodlands, TX
77381. There are no back taxes.
Robert Talley has had no contact with the owner but they did sign for the certified
letter.
Robert Talley showed pictures of deterioration at the front of the house on the
roof and the front porch, the rafters are starting to push through the roof, at the
back of the house the roof has had some repair but there is still a hole. The
foundation is rotting and sinking into the ground, there is missing and deteriorated
wood and water damage on the inside.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Chris Brown, seconded by Vicky Ballard to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
G. 825 N. E. 6th, City Block 72, Lot 17
Owner: Inez White, 815 NE 6�', Paris, TX 75460. Back Ta�ces -$151.01
Robert Talley stated that he has had no contact with the owner but that they did
sign for the certified letter.
Robert Talley showed pictures of the roof that is starting to collapse; there is also
deterioration of the rafters and broken windows. The foundation is starting to sink
and there is missing wood and deterioration of the wood along the foundation.
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Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Wendell Moore, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
H. 738 N. E. 5`h, City Block 72, Lot 10
Owner: Foster Stone, 1330 NE lOt", Paris, TX 75460. Back Taxes -$264.30
Robert Talley has had no contact with the owner but he did sign for the certified
letter.
Robert Talley showed pictures of holes in the roof, deterioration and boards
breaking along the roof line. The support for the back porch has been removed.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Zac Saffle, seconded by Vicky Ballard to follow Robert
Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in
30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day
civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
I. 614 N. E. 5`h, City Block 61, Lot 8
Owners: Ernest E& Doris O Reynolds, 1014 Armacost, San Diego, CA 92114.
No back taxes
Robert Talley stated that the owner did sign for the certified letter. They have
family that lives in Paris and they have been in contact with Mr. Talley. They
requested 90 days to have the structure demolished.
Robert Talley showed pictures the front porch and all four porch supports leaning,
there is rotten and missing wood. The back of the house is sinking into the
ground. The roof has holes and is buckling and there are broken windows.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 90 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Vicky Ballard, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
property in 90 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
J. 754 E. Polk, Gibbons Park Addition, Block 3, Lot 1
Owner: D R Burks, 5805 FM 1497, Paris, TX 75462. No back taxes
Robert Talley has had no contact on this property but the owner did sign for the
certified letter.
Robert Talley showed pictures of the house being unsecure, there is missing and
deteriorated wood at the foundation. There is also rotted wood and termite
damage. In places the siding has been pulled off and the supports under the house
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are starting to lean. There is also a hole in the floor in the inside of the house.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Zac Saffle to follow Robert
Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in
30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day
civil penalty to the property. Motion carried 6-0.
K, 448 S. W. 3rd, City Block 118, Lot 16
Owner: Mable Lester, 2816 CR 22500 Paris, TX 75460. No back taxes
Robert Talley has had no contact on this property.
Robert Talley showed pictures of the front door that has been kicked off the
frame; the underpinning is starting to come off because the back of the house is
starting to sink. There is deterioration of boards and of the foundation. Mr. Talley
stated that there are three people staying in the house (squatters) that are starting
fires in the house to stay warm, the Paris Police are aware of this and are trying to
catch them at the house.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
Motion was made by Chris Brown, seconded by Johnny Norris to follow
Robert Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the
property in 30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a
$1000 per day civil penalty to the property. Motion carried 6-0.
L. 339 W. Kaufman, City Block 118, Lot 2
Owner: Primera Iglesia Bautista El Calvario
Robert Talley stated that this property has been pulled by the Historic
Preservation Commission.
p, 1275 N. E. lOth, Fitzhugh Addition, Block 1, Lot 1
Owner: Billy Wayne & Mona Emma Smith, 1220 Fitzhugh, Paris, TX 75460.
Back Taxes - $1245.45
Robert Talley stated that he has spoken with Mr. Smith as well as Donald
Blackburn. Mr. Blackburn sold the house to the Smith's through owner
financing. Mr. Blackburn agrees that the property needs to be demolished and will
sign the Right of Entry and Indemnification.
Mr. Talley showed pictures of a large hole in the roof, the foundation is unleveled.
There is missing and deteriorated wood along the foundation and the foundation is
sinking.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the
right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day civil penalty.
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Motion was made by Zac Saffle, seconded by Chris Brown to follow Robert
Talley's recommendation for the property owner to demolish the property in
30 days, if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a$1000 per day
civil penalty to the property. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
4, Report from Code Enforcement on current status of structures to be repaired or
demolished.
(1) Robert Talley stated that the spreadsheet is not up to date because since
the BSC packets went out he has received a bill from Sanitation Solutions so there
are seven more structures that have been demolished. So for one calendar year the
Building and Standards Commission has seen 145 structures.
(2) Robert Talley stated that 24 & 26 Clarksville St, a structure which HPC
had pulled in the past, has had a roofing permit pulled. There were some issues on
legal heir ship but that has been sorted out and Quality Roofing is going to replace
the roof.
(3) Johnny Norris asked about Mr. Kammer's building on SW lst St. Mr.
Talley stated that Mr. Kammer appealed the decision and it is going before the
District Court.
(4) Vicky Ballard asked about the progress of 1808 Margaret. Mr. Talley said
that he has not been by there but the neighbors are not complaining. He did
receive one call saying that the owners are doing a good job fixing the property.
(5) Don Wilson asked about 107 Grand Ave. Robert Talley stated that Bobby
Smallwood has purchased the property and is trying to decide what the best
options are. He was working with Jeanna Scott on this matter but Ms. Scott is no
longer with the City of Paris. Mr. Smallwood will work with the new Building
Official Joey Sleeper. Mr. Wilson stated that he wants to make sure this is
followed up on in a timely manner because the property is still under a BSC order.
(6) 134 SW lst — Truby Trust, Richard Hunt is working on this. Currently he
is doing work on the inside.
(7) Vicky Ballard stated that Main Tire looked very nice. Mr. Talley stated
that two of the owners agreed to demolition but that one owner �vanted to repair it.
As of right now they are not allowed to have renters under orders of the Fire
Marshall. The owner is tr3�ing to repair it.
(8) Don Wilson asked about the Harper building next to Swaim Hardware.
Mr. Talley stated that they have turned in plans but again they were working with
Jeanna Scott and she is no longer with the City. Mr. Talley is not sure what the
current progress is. He will get with the Building Official, Joey Sleeper to get an
update.
(9) Don Wilson stated that he would like for the City Council to adopt an
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ordinance that directs staff and commissioners of the process to be used
concerning property owners who missed or could not attend a Buildings and
Standards meeting in which their property was ordered to be demolished, but
appear after the meeting and request to repair their property rather than demolish.
5, Future agenda items.
(1) Next meeting March 18, 2013 .
6, Adjournment
Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Vicky Ballard to adjourn
the meeting at 5:12pm. Motion carried unanimously. 6-0
APPROVED THIS 18th DAY OF MARCH 2O13.
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