06 - VARIOUS BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE REPORTS/MINUTESItem No. 6
REGULAR MEETING
AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
107 E. KAUFMAN STREET
PARIS, TEXAS
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2015
5:30 O'CLOCK PM
1. The Airport Advisory Board meeting was called to order by Dennis Ashby, Vice -
Chairman, at 5:30 p.m.
A. The following members were present: Dennis Ashby, Matt Birch, Gary Tolleson,
Tim Bullock and Anna Spencer
B. The following members were absent: Chris Fitzgerald and Paula Portugal
C. Also present: Shawn Napier, Airport Director; Jerry Richey, Airport Manager; and
Ashley Fendley, City Staff
2. Election of Officers:
A. Chairman — Motion was made by Gary Tolleson, seconded by Anna Spencer to
nominate Dennis Ashby as Chairman. Motion carried 5 -0.
B. Vice - Chairman — Motion was made by Dennis Ashby, seconded by Tim Bullock to
nominate Matt Birch as Vice - Chairman. Motion carried 5 -0.
3. Approval of minutes from previous meetings. (June 18, 2015)
Motion was made by Gary Tolleson, seconded by Matt Birch to approve the minutes from
June 18, 2015 meetings. Motion carried 5 -0.
4. Report from Shawn Napier, Airport Director.
Shawn Napier stated that they will be replacing seven windows in the maintenance
building. Mr. Napier also stated that the construction date for the T- Hangars is schedule
for 2016. The T- Hangars will be a six or eight unit due to money issues. Mr. Napier
further stated that the private hangar lease agreement has been sent to the legal
department.
5. Discussion and possible action regarding the 2016 Fly -In /Air Show.
Shawn Napier stated that we are working on getting funding in the 2016 budget for the
Fly- In/Air Show. Mr. Napier further stated the land sale money has been used for our
match money with TxDOT Aviation to construct the T- Hangars. At this point we might be
looking at having the Fly- In/Air Show in spring of 2016. The Airport Advisory Board
member would like to look into dates on the chambers calendar.
6 Request items for future agendas. 2016 Air Show/Fly-In and Report from Shawn Napier.
7. Meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 20TH DAY OF AUGUST
Meeting Minutes 4 the Main Street Advisory E)oard
1 125 E)onham 5t
Paris Texas
Community Room, Onion Station
Thursday, August 15, 2015
Present: A6sent:
Jill Drake Beatrice Ardila
Glee F—mmite Nancy Waldrum
Pat rowzer
Phillip Peeples
Missy Starnes
Cheri Bedford, Main Street
Manager
becky Semple, Chamber Liaison
Benny Plata, City Council
Ken Higdon Chamber President
Catherine 5A, Executive
Director Texas Downtown
Association
1. Call meeting to order -gill DrAe 4:22 pm
2. Role taken. Quorum established.
3. Citizens rorum: none noted.
4. Approval of minutes of july 14, 2015. Motion was made Phillip Peeples, seconded by Missy
Starnes. Motion carried.
5. Coordinator report: Cheri 5edford : None reported
Committee Reports -None reported
6. ruture agenda items: Date and Time of Main Street Advisory Meetings
7. Motion to adjourn was made 6y Missy Starnes. seconded 6y Phillip Peeples. Motion carried, at
+50 pm.
Approved this day of,
Jil rake, board Chair
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF PARIS HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY JULY 08, 2015
4:00 O'CLOCK P.M.
1. The meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Vice
Chair Michael Glatfelter.
A. The following commissioners were present: Vice Chair Michael Glatfelter,
Cindy Allcorn, Ruth Ann Alsobrook, Sherrie Holbert, and Sarah Barbee
B. Beatrice Ardila and Linda Knox were absent.
C. Staff also present: Joey Sleeper, Historic Preservation Officer; Cheri Bedford,
Main Street Coordinator
2. Welcome new commissioners and election of officers
• Chair
Michael Glatfelter was nominated by Commissioner Alsobrook and seconded by
Commissioner Alcorn. The nomination passed 4 -1.
• Vice Chair
Ruthann Alsobrook was nominated by Chair Glatfelter and seconded by Commissioner
Allcorn. The nomination passed 5 -0
• Secretary
Cindy Allcorn was nominated by Vice Chair Alsobrook and seconded by Chair
Glatfelter. The nomination passed 5 -0
3. Approval of minutes from previous meeting (June 17, 2015)
A motion was made by Vice Chair Alsobrook to approve the minutes as submitted and
seconded by Commissioner Allcorn. The motion passed 5 -0.
4. Consideration of and action on the following Certificates of Appropriateness:
A. Fagade Renovations, 140 N. Main St, Steve Harper
Chair Glatfelter introduced the item and called the applicant, Steve Harper. Mr.
Harper explained that he wanted to remove and replace the existing fagade. He further
explained that he wanted to amend the original design that was submitted to the
commission by using a design he had just received from the Texas Historical
Commission. Motion was made by Vice Chair Alsobrook and seconded by
Commissioner Allcorn to approve the item as amended. The motion carried 5 -0.
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B. Facade Renovation, 30 E. Price St, Steve Harper
Chair Glatfelter introduced the item and called the applicant, Steve Harper. Mr.
Harper explained that he wanted to remove and replace the existing fa(ade. He further
explained that he wanted to amend the original design that was submitted to the
commission by using a design he had just received from the Texas Historical
Commission. Mr. Sleeper asked Mr. Harper to clarify if he wanted to include the mural
that was shown on the amended design. Mr. Harper answered that he did not want to
include the mural. Motion was made by Vice Chair Alsobrook and seconded by
Commissioner Allcorn to approve the item as amended. The motion carried 5-0.
5. Consideration of and action on the following facade grants:
A. 123 Clarksville St, LaLonna West (funding request)
Chair Glatfelter introduced the item and called the applicant, LaLonna West. Mr.
Sleeper explained that Ms. West was not able to attend, but had submitted all required
information. Motion was made by Vice Chair Alsobrook and seconded by
Commissioner Allcorn to approve the item as submitted. The motion carried 5 -0.
B. 140 N. Main St, Steve Harper (application)
Chair Glatfelter introduced the item and explained that it is in conjunction with
previous item 4A. Motion was made by Commissioner Holbert and seconded by Vice
Chair Alsobrook to approve the item as submitted. The motion carried 5 -0.
C. 30 E. Price St, Steve Harper (application)
Chair Glatfelter introduced the item and explained that it is in conjunction with
previous item 4B. Motion was made by Commissioner Holbert and seconded by Vice
Chair Alsobrook to approve the item as submitted. The motion carried 5 -0.
6. Discussion items
A. Signs in the historic district
B. Notifications of violations
C. Historic Preservation Officer
Chair Glatfelter introduced the item and requested the discussion items be reserved for
a future meeting. No action was taken.
7. Future Agenda Items
Vice Chair Alsobrook and Commissioner Allcorn requested future action to enforce the
City Council attendance policy for commissioners. No action was taken.
8. Adjournment
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With no other matters to discuss, a motion to adjourn was made by Commissioner
Holbert and seconded by Commissioner Allcorn. The motion carried 5 -0.
Meeting adjourned at 4:27 p.m.
APPROVED THIS 12th DAY OF AUGUST, 2015.
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Paris Public Library Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes
August 19, 2015
Opening:
The regular meeting of the Paris Public Library Advisory Board was called to order at 4:10 p.m.
Present:
Board members present were Fran Neely, Connie Dodd, Denise Kornegay, Rebecca Umphrey,
Carol James, and director Priscilla McAnally. Absent were Daisy Harvill and Mike Pendleton.
Matt Frierson, our City Council Liaison, was also in attendance.
Approval of Minutes:
The minutes of the previous meeting were unanimously approved.
II. New Business:
A. Gallery Use
Eliyahu Bn Yhwh requested use of the Gallery for a group to meet to research
ancient scripture.
Request approved as long as the group doesn't become or appear to be a religious
group. Motion made by Denise and seconded by Carol. Motion passed
unanimously.
B. By -laws Revision to Amendment 1
Clarified the attendance requirements for Board members by specifying the 12
month period to be from July -June. This amendment is effective as of September
18, 2015.
Revision approved. Motion made by Connie and seconded by Carol. Motion
passed unanimously. Board members who are in danger of missing more than
25% of the meetings will be sent the attendance policy along with a note about the
number of missed meetings.
III. Old Business:
A. FY 2015 -2016 Budget update
Library budget had three changes with a net decrease of $3,700.
IV. Presentations:
A. Budget Report — The new fiscal year begins on October 1. As of the August 2015
budget report, library spending is on track to complete 2014 -2015 spending by
October 1.
B. Statistical Report — Both circulation and library visits decreased in July as
compared with last year with a circulation decrease of 9.49 %, and library visits
decreased by 9.26 %.
V. Friends of the Library:
No report
VI. Director's Remarks:
The John Chisum painting restoration is finished, and it is ready for framing. Rather
than purchase new frame, the frame itself will also be repaired and adapted to
accommodate the Plexiglas. The Board recommended a celebration to welcome the
painting back to the library.
Upcoming events:
Reavis Wortham — July 26, 2015 from 2:00 pm until 4 pm.
VII. Next meeting: September 16, 2015.
The October meeting will be October 14 to accommodate Ms. McAnally's schedule.
Adjournment: Meeting was adjourned at 4:40 p.m.
Submitted by
Denise Kornegay, Secretary
PARIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
MINUTES
Board Members
Present: Richard Manning, Chair
John Brockman, Vice -Chair
Don Wilson, Secretary- Treasurer
David Turner
Ray Banks
Ex- Officio Members
Present: Dr. Pam Anglin PJC
Legal
Counsel: Kent McIlyar
City Council
Liaison: Sue Lancaster
Call to Order:
Staff
Present: Angie Corbell
Office Manager
Paula Brownfield
Admin. Assistant
Guest(s)
Present: Randy Reed TWS
Bart Spivey TWC
Daniel Kloap, the Paris News
Bob Hundley Paris P. D.
Richard Manning, Chairman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and welcomed those
present. Confirmed a quorum was present.
Citizens Input•
There was no citizen input.
Approval of Minutes from the Aug 11, 2015 regular meeting
Ray Banks made a motion to accept the Minutes, with corrections. The motion was seconded by
Dave Turner. Motion Carried 5 -0.
Approval of July 2015 financials
Mr. Wilson detailed items and issues with the current monthly budget spreadsheet that is
regularly presented at each Board Meeting. Mr. Wilson then proposed a new layout with
consolidated budget items. Mr. Wilson detailed the Spreadsheet and explained the makeup of the
totals listed.
Mr. Wilson explained he has added in the Cash Flow to the budget spreadsheet. Mr. Wilson
explained the transfers from the I & S account. Mr. Wilson stated he has gone back to the
beginning of the year to show the Cash Balance and to give a more accurate accounting on Cash
Balances, not just total expenses. Mr. Wilson explained this will show a better picture of the
budget at the end of the year.
Mr. Wilson stated he had collaborated with Gene Anderson and Mr. Anderson had added a
tracking of a transfer previous in the year that had not been entered before this meeting. Mr.
Banks asked about projected figures of obligations. Mr. Wilson stated that was still to be
determined. Mr. Wilson stated some of the obligations have been delayed and or are in process
therefore the obligation items are still to be determined.
Mr. Wilson stated when the upcoming bond payment is due the funds are already set aside, and
will not come out of Cash. When the check is written it should only affect the total on the bond
sinking fund.
Mr. Brockman made a motion to accept the July Financials. The motion was seconded by Ray
Banks. Motion carried 5 -0.
Discuss and possibly take action on 2015 -2016 Budget.
Mr. Wilson presented the 2015 -16 projected budget. Mr. Wilson stated all items listed had been
discussed previously on page one. Mr. Wilson pointed out the amount in Marketing and
Promotion Airport fund of $10,000 and Retention for $15,000 was included in Marketing and
Promotion in general for $50,000.00 totals for $75,000. Mr. Wilson stated the totals were
$376,900.00
Mr. Wilson went on to say the breakdowns yet to be approved were Jobs Training amounts Work
Keys was $35,000. Jay Skinner training was yet to be determined and incentives were separated
at $25,000 and he had no idea if Skinner would meet the compliance of required employees. Mr.
Wilson stated T & K had an original amount of $11,000 and has yet to be signed. Bodyguard
incentive trainings were $13,371.00. Mr. Wilson stated Bodyguard would use some this year.
Paris Lakes was $250,000. Rogers Wade is $0. J. Skinner was moved from this year to next year
due to being a potential liability. Potter Industries could be $16,000 this year plus training and
has not been paid. Mr. Wilson stated $8000.00 will be all that's left next year for Potters. Mr.
Wilson stated the totals of $429,000.00 then there is $325, 135.00 for debt service. Also, debt
service shows $25,885.00 should have been $25,135.00. The total 25,885.50 on Fiscal Year to
Date a correction is calculated for this year. Capital expenses for 2015 -16 are a total
$838,506.50. To add to the Operating Expenses making the total budget two million four
hundred six dollars and fifty cents. Also, Mr. Wilson stated $100,000 dollars would need to be
added due to an upcoming incentive agreement with Turner, making the total one million three
hundred fifteen four o six. Mr. Wilson stated the budget needed a vote. Mr. Brockman asked for
the total amount to be clarified. Mr. Wilson stated it is $1,315,406.50.
Mr. Manning recommended discussing the Cash Flow projection before budget approval. Mr.
Wilson presented a spreadsheet with projections to year 2022. Mr. Wilson stated to look at the
presented budget for last year showed the beginning of the year PEDC had $408,000.00 and he
had pointed out last time this figure represented cash. Mr. Wilson went on to say that it should
have been $1,039,979.09. Mr. Wilson stated the spending for the year totaled $195,281.00,
leaving ending cash of $2,030,321.00, as of the end of July. Mr. Wilson stated he had taken the
cash figure and placed it into the 2015 -16 budget reasoning the assumption of the next two
months income and payouts and bond payment of about $20,000.00, and Potters' payment will
wash between now and the end of September, but that was the figure he came up with of
$2,030,321.00, then tax revenue was running 116 to $110,000.00 per month he stated he had put
that in as tax revenue of one million three. Mr. Wilson stated he then took $76,900.00 of the
budget that had just been reviewed and stated that was the estimated expenditures and the 838
was under there and had changed to 938 making the total budget $1,315,470.00. Mr. Wilson
stated he had it highlighted as $1,215,407.00. So, the $100,000.00 that goes to Turner bringing
the total up to $1,315,000.00 leaving the years' ending cash total of $2,114,915.00. Ray Banks
asked to enter the payout making it actually $2,014,915.00 dollars. Mr. Turner stated PEDC
expenditures totaled about the same as the income, and that PEDC was not making any major
expenditure. Mr. Wilson and Mr. Turner agreed there would be two more years of bond
payments. Mr. Wilson stated the reserves would still be available if the total projected was spent.
Mr. Wilson stated if the PEDC were to "break even" this year on expenditures there would still
be two million in reserve for future industry incentives or purchases. Mr. Wilson stated the last
payment may have already been paid on the bond payment. Mr. Turner made a motion to
approve the 2015 -16 Budget with the corrections mentioned. The motion was seconded by Ray
Banks. The Motion carried with none opposed.
Discuss and possibly take action on Northeast Texas Work Force Development Grant
Funding
Mr. Banks asked if the funds would go to pay an instructor from Mt. Pleasant. Dr. Anglin
responded no. Mr. Manning turned the floor to Randy Reed the Executive Director Workforce
Solutions of Northeast Texas. Mr. Reed stated he operates under a contract from Texas
Workforce Commission. Mr. Reed went on to say about nine months ago TWC had applied for a
matching funds grant for projects for high demand job training. Mr. Reed stated the original
amount was $75,000.00, but with participation of Mt. Pleasant, and Sulphur Springs EDCs, the
total matching fund request for Paris Economic Development Corporation would be $25,000.00.
Mr. Reed stated the contract required a Memorandum of Understanding for CNC training. The
equipment would be purchased through PJC and would become part of the curriculum the same
as with NTCC in Mt. Pleasant and PJC in Sulphur Springs. Mr. Manning asked if the training
would take place at PJC. Dr. Anglin pointed out an error in the MOU which stated that NTCC
would provide the instructor, but it should state PJC would provide the instructor. Mr. Banks
thanked Dr. Anglin for her input. Dr. Anglin went on to say PJC has ordered the required
equipment for training the week before and when received it will be placed in the Workforce
Training Center and through the grant PJC has agreed to train a certain number of machinists to
work in this area. Dr. Anglin further stated she has spoken with Corey Campbell with Aequs. Dr.
Anglin explained the equipment purchases would be for campuses in Paris, Mt. Pleasant, and
Sulphur Springs. Dr. Anglin clarified there would be three sets of trainees, and there would be a
different type of equipment in Mt. Pleasant, but PJC would complete the CNC training. Ray
Banks stated his concern the students may have to travel. Dr. Anglin stated that no they would
not because PJC has a mill here and intends to purchase a lathe, and copy the arrangement in
Sulphur Springs. Mr. Manning and Mr. Reed discussed the delay in executing the contract. Mr.
Turner clarified Mr. Reed was requesting an amount of $25000.00 to train 15 to 20 people to use
the equipment purchased. Dr. Anglin clarified this was the second grant request for $25,000.00
for training. Mr. Reed stated he is in the process of requesting the funds from the other EDCs.
Dr. Anglin stated she will use the funds for the purchase of the lathe. Mr. Turner asked the life
expectancy of the equipment. Mr. Wilson stated the programming would need to be changed,
therefore, the upgrade would be minimal, so the equipment would last approximately 25 years.
Dr. Anglin stated Industry sometimes bequeaths machinery for training. Mr. Manning asked how
the trainees would be trained. Dr. Anglin stated the training would coincide with local industry
requirements. Mr. Brockman asked if any other EDCs had committed to the second round of the
grant. Mr. Reed advised affirmative. Mr. Manning stated it would pay for itself in the future. Mr.
Turner made a motion to fund the grant for $25,000.00. The motion was seconded by John
Brockman. The motion carried unanimously. Mr. Wilson asked if the Board wanted to change
the budget adding the $25,000.00, making the budget one million three hundred forty thousand
four o six fifty. Motion was made by Mr. Wilson to amend the budget to pay the High Job
Demand Training grant and seconded by Ray Banks. The motion carried unanimously.
Convene into Executive Session:
The Board convened into Executive Session at 4:54 pm.
Reconvene into Open Session:
The Board Re Convened at 6:OOpm. Mr. Turner made a motion for the Board to make an offer on
Project Spec. The motion was seconded by Mr. Turner. The motion passed unanimously. Mr.
Turner amended his motion to state the Board makes an offer on Real Estate. Mr. Banks
seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Turner made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mr. Banks.
Meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Angie Corbell
Office Manager
Paris EDC
PARIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING
Tuesday, September 8th, 2015
MINUTES
Board Members
Present: Richard Manning, Chair
John Brockman, Vice -Chair
Don Wilson, Secretary- Treasurer
Ray Banks
Ex- Officio Members
Present: Steve Keywood, Chamber
Legal
Counsel: Kent McIlyar
City Council
Liaison: Sue Lancaster
Call to Order:
Staff
Present: Angie Corbell
Office Manager
Paula Brownfield
Administrative Assistant
Guest(s)
Present: Deanna Manning
John Cunningham
Richard Manning, Chairman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. and welcomed those
present. Confirmed a quorum was present. Mr. John Cunningham was welcomed as a new
visitor.
Citizens Input•
There was no citizen input.
Convene into Executive Session:
The Board convened into Executive Session at 4:01 pm.
Reconvene into Open Session:
The Board Re Convened at 4:43pm. Mr. Brockman made a motion to authorize the Chairman
and the Secretary to execute a contract with Calvary United Methodist Church for purchase of
the Old Oliver Rubber Building and 28 acres more or less for the amount of $240,000.00 plus
closing cost. The motion was seconded by Ray Banks. The motion carried unanimously.
Discuss Future Agenda Items:
Mr. Wilson mentioned he would like to discuss the Bonham Street cleanup, Mr. Brockman asked
to include the Director position and Budget. Mr. Wilson mentioned Infrastructure Support for
Turner Pipe. Mr. Banks mentioned to post possible quorum notice for City Council meeting.
Adjourn:
Mr. Banks made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Mr. Wilson.
Meeting adjourned at 4:53pm
Respectfully submitted,
Angie Corbell
Office Manager
Paris EDC
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
BUILDING AND STANDARDS COMMISSION
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2015
3:30 P.M.
1. Johnny Norris called the Building and Standards Commission Meeting to order at
3:30 P.M.
Roll was called.
A. The following members were present:
Sally McEwin
Johnny Norris
Ben Vaughan
Matthew Allen
Charles Richards
Ken Kohls
B. Staff present:
Robert Talley
Audra Lane
Dale Maberry
Stephanie Harris
C. Others present:
Benny Plata — City Council Member
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ritchey — property owner
2. Approval of minutes from previous meetings. (July 21, 2015)
Motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes for July 21, 2015 meeting.
Motion carried unanimously. 6 -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 ":
B. 1213 SE 12th, City of Paris, Block 164 -A, Lot Pt of 2
Owner: CH Ritchey 1288 FR 2648 Powderly, TX 75473
No Back Taxes Owed
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ritchey were present
Robert Talley stated that there is missing and deteriorated wood at the front of the
house. The south side wall is separating from the house due to foundation
damage. The roof is leaking and the house is unsecure. There is a shed in the back
yard that also has foundation damage with the wall separating.
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.
Jack Ritchey got up and spoke. He stated that the house was his father's house.
Mr. Ritchey stated that he has four people looking at the house and depending on
the outcome of the meeting he might want to fix the house up or demolish the
house and purchase the property. Johnny Norris asked Mr. Ritchey what his plans
are for the house. Mr. Ritchey stated that he was ok with demolishing the house
but he asked for 90 days to get it completed. Mr. Norris asked that he secures it
immediately.
Motion was made by Ben Vaughan, seconded by Charles Richards to give 90
days to demolish. Motion carried unanimously. 6 -0
A. 152 NW 19th, City of Paris, Block 197, Lot 3
Owner: Elwood F Jones Family Trust 1992 4777 CR 31100 Sumner, TX 75486
No Back Taxes Owed
Robert Talley spoke with the Jones Family in the past. They agree that the
structure needs to be demolished and they asked for more time because the
property has been tied up with insurance. Mr. Talley stated that a contractor had
called and stated he would most likely be coming in and getting a demolition
permit. Mr. Talley stated that there is extensive fire damage throughout 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 Ben Vaughan, seconded by Charles Richards to accept
Robert Talley's recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 6 -0
C. 1447 E Polk, Willis Addition, Block A, Lot 10A
Owner: Patsy J Tibbs 3445 Reno Dr Paris, TX 75462
Back Taxes Owed: $10,205.44
Ken Kohis asked how do the taxes get to be over $10,000?
Robert Talley stated that he does not know how the appraisal district decides
when to foreclose on a property for back taxes.
Johnny Norris explained that Tracy Pounders, who is the new tax attorney for the
city, came in and spoke with the commission and that he was going to try and go
after people who owe back taxes.
Robert Talley stated the front of the structure has a broken window; the house is
sinking due to foundation damage. There is fire damage on the inside and there
are 2x6's throughout the house being used to brace the ceiling up. There are holes
in the floor and the roof is leaking.
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.
Johnny Norris expressed concern of getting the structure secure due to the fact
that there are 2x6's being used to hold up the ceiling.
Motion was made by Charles Richards, seconded by Sally McEwin to accept
Robert Talley's recommendation of demolition in 30 days and secure within
10 days. Motion carried unanimously. 6 -0
D. 2622 E Price, City of Paris, Block 222 -B, Lot 14
Owner: Elmer Skidmore C/O Bob Skidmore PO Box 44 Sulphur Springs, TX
75482
Back Taxes Owed: $0
Robert Talley stated that he spoke with Bob Skidmore who agrees that the
structure does need to be demolished. Mr. Skidmore is going to call and get bids.
Mr. Talley showed photographs of the carport collapsing; the north side has
deteriorated and rotted wood along the foundation. The house has settled and
there are cracks in the ceiling. Inside the structure also shows signs of foundation
damage with the walls separating and buckling. Mr. Talley stated that Mr.
Skidmore has demolished a house in Paris before so there's no reason to believe
that he won't follow through with demolishing this 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 Sally McEwin, seconded by Ben Vaughan to accept
Robert Talley's recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 6 -0
E. 3035 Lamar Ave, Hayes Heights, Block 1, Lot 3,
Owner: Glenn A Smallwood 2585 Simpson Paris, TX 75460
No Back Taxes Owed
Robert Talley has spoken with both Mr. Smallwood and his son. Mr. Smallwood
stated that the east side of the house is full of honey bees and that it would be
easier to get rid of them when the weather cooled off. Mr. Talley stated that Mr.
Smallwood's son is leaning towards demolishing the structure. It has been on the
market for 6 years and he thinks it won't sell due to the condition of the house.
Mr. Talley stated that there is deterioration along the roof line, broken windows,
holes in the ceiling, and missing sheetrock. The east side decking/siding is
missing. There is an outbuilding that was added on to the back of the house that
has trees growing into it.
Robert Talley's recommendation: 90 days to repair and if not the structure
will come back to the Commission.
Ben Vaughan asked if the repair would only be to the problems pointed out in the
photographs. Mr. Talley stated that they would have to pull a permit and at that
time they would be told what problems needed to be addressed. The main point of
getting it repaired is to get it in the dry.
Matthew Allen stated that he was under the impression that bee keepers would
come and extract the bees at no cost to the owner. He wondered if the size of the
honey comb was the issue. Mr. Talley stated that he had tried to get in touch with
a bee keeper but has yet to hear back from them. He is just going on what the
owner told him.
Motion was made by Matthew Allen, seconded by Johnny Norris to accept
Robert Talley's recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. 6 -0
4. Code Enforcement Update
Seven structures were presented to BSC and four were demolished in the month of July
Johnny Norris asked about the property on 6a' and Austin. Robert Talley stated that he
would go look at it. Dale Maberry stated that they had cleaned up the outside of the
property; he didn't think it was rented at this time or that it would ever be rented.
However the owners had done what they were asked to do.
Ken Kohls asked about the status of the building at the fertilizer plant. Mr. Talley stated
that it has been demolished.
Charles Richards asked about the difference in the amount charged for a civil penalty and
a criminal penalty. Stephanie Harris stated that a civil penalty is for not following an
order from the commission, a criminal penalty is a health and safety violation so it carries
a higher fee.
Sally McEwin asked for a ballpark figure on the number of house left to be demolished.
Mr. Talley stated that he believes it is around 50.
Ken Kohls asked what Mr. Talley thought the cost of the demolition of item 3B would
cost since the city is charged $44 per ton. Mr. Talley stated that the house and the shed
would probably cost around $2000.00. Matthew Allen asked Mr. Talley if in his
experience it would be cheaper for the owner to let the city demolish the house. Mr.
Talley stated that with the discounts the city is receiving right now that it would be
cheaper.
Mr. Norris asked if the other members wanted to continue to receive the full packets. Mr.
Vaughan stated that for himself, he didn't need it. Mr. Kohl's asked Mrs. Harris about her
statement at last month's meeting in regards to going and viewing the properties on the
BSC agenda. Mrs. Harris explained that in her opinion it would be best to not go view the
properties before the meeting. The commission acts as a quasi-judicial board and they
need to be objective and not have set opinions before the property comes before the
commission. Mr. Kohl's stated that he saw no need in getting the appraisal district sheets
or the pictures if that was the case. It was decided that Mr. Talley would only put the
agenda, the code enforcement update and every 3 months the code enforcement
spreadsheet in the packets.
Sally McEwin asked Mr. Talley if he felt the actions of this group helped him in his job.
Mr. Talley stated that yes it did.
Dale Maberry spoke in regards to the back taxes owed only a certain percentage went to
the city. The local school districts, Paris Junior College received a percentage as well.
He believes it's only about 30% that goes to the city.
5. Adjournment
Motion was made by Matthew Allen, seconded by Sally McEwin to adjourn the
meeting at 4:20pm.
APPROVED THIS 21St DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2015.
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