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The Mayor explained the resolution recommended by the Texas Municipal League
regarding an ammendment to be voted on in the General Election which had reference
to Municipal bonds and interest rates. Grady Smothermon mowed that the council
approve the resolution, motion seconded by Vera Clary and carried by unanimous vote.
The bill presented to the city by St. Louis and San Francisco Railway Company in the,
amount of $20.00 for rental for water and sewer pipes crossind under the railroad
to the sewer plant was discussed. Dan Christie moved that this not be paid at
the present time - motion seconded by R. L. Dalton and carried by unanimous vote.
The purchase of a Gars Chlorination was discussed. Mr. Wilson, representing Bowles and
Edens was present and gave an itemized list of equipment and the approximate costs.
$2000.00 - Dan Christie moved that the equipment be purchased, motion seconded by
Vera Clary and carried by unanimous vote. Payment to be made from the water works
account. Mr. Wilson stated that, he would assist with the installation.
R. L. Dalton suggested that the gas cylinders be purchased as opposed to renting them.
Billy floss Pell was present and was asked to make a surgey of the streets needing
repairs and present an estimate to the council.
There being no further business, R. L. Dalton moved that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned.
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R. C. ler., Mayor
Nov. 14, 1978
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Mattie P. B idges
Secretary
The Prosper City Council met in regular session November 14, at 7:00 pm. in
the city office with the following members present: Mayor Ralph Boyer - Councilmen
Vera Clary, R. L. Dalton Sr., Morris dackson and Grady,Smothermon -Absent,
Danny Christie. Others present were Cecil'Norris" J. 1. Johnson Jr.,
Arthur Deitt, V. C. Spradley and Russell L. setts.
the Mayor opened the meeting and called .for reading of the minutes by the secretary.
There were no additions or corrections and the minutes were approved as read.
The f anicial report was also approved without corrections.
Russell Betts reported that he was preparing an application to present to F.H. A.
for the purpose of drilling a water well for Prosper. The amount to be applied
for $150Y000. The city's share to be 40 to 50 percent of the cost.
He also reported that the construction of the sewer plant is on schedule.
2hZ Preceeding this meeting there had been discussion among the council members
about having an ordinance drawn by the city attorney for the purpose of prohibiting
recurrence of some of the happenings in the city - loitering, drinking acholic
beverages on the streets and trash burning- V. C. Spradley made comments on the
work he had been doing and some of the problems encountered.
the rest of the meeting was a discussion of the repairs of streets. Mr. Dalton
reported that Bailey Lickerson had promised to do some of the work as soon as he
can gettoit. It was agreed that repairs should be postponed until such time
as Mr. ickerson VZaid would be available.
There w s also discussion about some equipment for the city and the Mayor asked
R. L. D Uton, Grady Smothermon and Morris to do some investigation in this matter.
there being no further business, Motion to adjourn was made by Morris Jackson, 225
seconded by K. L. Dalton and carried.
R. C. yer, Mayor
Dec. 12, 1978
Mattie P. Bridges�
City "'ecretary
The Prosper City Council met in regular session Dec. 12, 1978 at 7:00 pm. in the
City office with the following members present: Mayor . C. Boyer,- Councilmen
Vera Clary,R. L. Dalton, Sr., Grady Smothermon., and Morris Jackson, and the secretary.
The Mayor opened the meeting and asked for reading of the minutes of the previous
meeting. The minutes were approved as read. The financial report attached to the
agenda was read by the Mayor and acceped as presented.
The Mayor stated that funds should be transfered from the General Fund in sufficent
amount to the sinking fund for the old plant (sewer) to meet the payment due Jan.
lst. This is the final payment.
It was stated that Floyd Menser should pay for the parts used in the repair of a
water leak at his home. The labor which was done by C. Via. Padgett was forgiven.
The problem of connection fees owed by Jack Perry and Keith Miller was discussed.
R. L. Dalton stated that he would see Mr. Perry about this matter. A motion w,s made
by Morris Jackson .and seconded by Vera Clary that Mr. Miller be notified that unless,
his account was cleared by Dec. 31, 1978, water -services to his home would be
discontinued. Motion carried by unanimous vote.
The committee composed of R. L. Dalton, Grady Smothermon and Morris Jackson reported
some investigation on equipment and prices. The Mayor suggested that they look further
for equipment more in line with what the city may be able to pay.
The council approved attendance at the Ladies Night'of the Collin'County Mayorst
Association dinner by Mrs. Clary and the secretary - city expense.
Yxyxwlaxvfvth;e,i_j='_xzty The first payment of Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds
was authorized. $2, 258.50 -
Grady Rat Smothermon moved that the Water Works account be "tapped" for additional
funds to meet the payment of General Obligations bonds. motion seconded by Morris
Jackson and carried by unanimous vote.
R. L. Dalton moved that the old city truck be sold to H. Jackson for the sum of $75.00-
Motion seconded by Grady Smothermon and carried by unanimous vote.
The secretary com*ented on an audit and stated that help to cordinate the accounting
for the Sewer Plant be obtained. The Mayor asked that she inquire of Celina the name
of the C. P. A. firm which audits the accounts for that town.
There being no further business, motion made by Morris Jackson, seconded by
R. L. Dalton to adjourn. - Meeting adjourned.
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R. C. Boy Mayor Mattie P. Bridges
City Secretary