January 7, 1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  Page 1  0. G. Hall Aldermen Billy H. Kirbow W. M. Stapleton H. S. Watson F. L. Vanover E. H. McCain  Mayor  Guest Hugh Freeland  Town Attorney  Meeting was called to order at 7:10 P.M. by Mayor Hall. Minutes of last meeting were read and aprr oved. Meeting was held at Alderman McCain's residence. Invocation was given by Chaplain Watson. Alderman Vanover asked who would try violators of ordinances? Freeland stated town court would try violators, which would consist Alderman McCain asked Mr. Freeland if a Town Marshall was necessary? Mr. Freeland stated that we had ordinances that would need to be enforced if violated. Mr. Hall asked Mr. Freeh nd if we could legally arrest anyone. Mr. Freeland stated Yes, but it was necessary to have a bond on the marshall in event any arrest was contested. He also suggested bonding the mayor, who would act as judge. The Board of Aldermen decided to get more information before deciding Franchise was signed with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company by clerk E. H. McCain. An ordinance was filed in the minutes, Alderman Stapleton asked Mr. Freeland about water ordinance for Mr. Cowart. Mr. Freeland reported he did not have the franchise worked Alderman Stapleton ouestioned Mr. Freeland on wording of ordinance for election of alderman and mayor. Mr. Freeland reported he was working up an ordinance that would be ready to present to aldermen Alderman McCain asked Mr. Freeland if the town would owe any  L da 6  Mr.  of Mayor presiding as judge and six jurymen.  on marshall ruling.  up to present to aldermen.  at the next meeting.  Corporation Tax? Mr. Freeland answered No. setting filing date as soon as possible.  Mayor Hall suggested to aldermen to set up a filing date for election. Mr. Freeland said he would get election papers and assist us in Mayor Hall reported Civil Defense would like to have someone from Bevil Oaks attend refresher school on January 23rd, 1964, 7:00 to 10:00 P.M. at Nederland High School auditorium, Alderman Stapleton Mayor Hall suggested a celebration of annual township of Bevil Oaks. Kxxxkwatxkkte:*XXXXXXXXXXXRXXKRXIXKRK He suggested Mr. Hanson to draft up plans for celebration. The town has no funds for this celebration. Mayor, Hall presented forms to present to Station KAYC to salute  LaJ Da d  volunteered to attend if possible.  Bévil Oaks.  14    Page 2  Alderman Stapleton brought up questions on tax problems. Alderman Watson reported 351 property owners. Alderman Stapleton stated he needed IBM cards tha t would cost approxi mately $4.00 total.  E. H. McCain gave treasurer report.  Received $ 565.00 Payouts On Hand Debts Balance  274.97 290.03 250.00 40.03  Mayor Hall asked if anymore business. Mayor Hall adjourned meeting  9:30 P.M.  Bepal  15    January 17, 1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  page 1  0. C. Hall Aldermen Billy H. Kirbow W. M. Stapleton H. S. Watson F. L. Vanover E. H. McCain  Mayor  Guests R. Culbertson Hugh Freeland  Acting Sheriff of Jeff. Co. Town Attorney  Meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall. Chaplain Watson gave invocation. Minutes of last meeting were read and admended to read Morris Carver will represent the Town of Bevil Oaks at the refresher course of Civil Defense Sheriff Culbertson stated that he had no way of enforcing speed laws. He did not have the equipment or trained personnel to handle traffic except D.W.I. The sheriff stated he was not clear on the opinion given him con- cerning the marshall of towns. Sheriff Culbertson said he would answer any calls in the Town of Bevil Oaks. If it was an infraction of the town's ordinances, it would be necessary for the town to try them, if a trail was necessary. The sheriff stated we should check the legality of our ordinances. Mr. Hall is to see Captain Moore of the highway patrol and discuss our The discussion on marshall was tabled until next meeting. Mr. Freeland Mr. Freeland presented an ordinance setting up districts for the election of aldermen for the Town of Bevil Oaks. It was incorrect and is to be The board of aldermen votèd unanimously to impose the tax of 1/4 of 1% of The next meeting wass set for January 31, 1964, to be held at Alderman  in Nederland. Minutes approved.  Mr. Freeland said our ordinances were legal.  speed situation.  is to get more information.  redrawn and presented at. next meeting.  the assested evaluation for six months of 1963.  Vanover's at 7;00 P.M. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M.  16    January 31, 1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  page 1  0. C. Hall Aldermen Billy H. Kirbow W.M. Stapleton F. L. Vanover E. H. McCain  Mayor  The meeting was called to order and invocation given by Mayor Hall. Minutes of last meeting were read and amended to read Marvin Carver represented us at the Civil Defense refresher course in Nederland. Mayor Hall brought up. the discussion on taxes and suggested we drop taxes. Bill Kirbow said he was in agreement with Mayor Hall. The letter from Mr. Scurlock was read. The Board of Aldermen derived from letter that if we did not charge taxes, we would not be a defacto government. Monroe Stapleton said that he has already started setting up tax forms on IBM machine and this will have to continue. Board of Aldermen said that they had authorized him to do this and for him to The Board of Aldermen took a referendum vote on Ordinance No. 8 con- Ordinance No. 9 for the election of the Board of Aldermen passed by Mayor Hall is to get information for filing for election from Fred Mayor Hall talked with Lt. Russell and Captain Moore of the Highway Patrol. Captain Moore told Mayor Hall he would be glad to help us enforce our speed laws but would be unable to patrol as he had 16 counties and 52 men. They will set up from time to time in our area to stop speeders. Captain Moar e stated that any tickets that his men The vote to impower the marshall at no pay on probation until. such time as the Board of Aldermen deem the marshall office as unncessary (awaiting information from the municipal league). Voted for - Vanover, Vote on authorizing bond for marshall, bond not to exceed $15.00, paid Mayor Hall has talked with Gulf States Utilities and they should have our franchise ready for us by next meeting. Mr. Freeland should have The Board of Aldermen are to ask the residence of Bevil Oaks that have  continue. It would be good as a permanent record.  cerning taxes. Vote was unanimous.  unanimous vote. Hill, County Clerk.  gave would have to be taken to the Justice of Peace.  Kirbow, and Stapleton. Voted against - McCain. from city treasurer. Unanimously carried.  our water franchise ready. not donated for a donation. Meeting ad,journed 9:30 P.M.  OLAal  17    page 1  February 11, 1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0. C. Hall Aldermen W. M. Stapleton H. S. Watson E. H. McCain  Mayor  Guests Hugh Freeland Bob Bienvenue  Town Attorney Citizen  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall. Mr. Watson gave the invocation. Mayor Hall said this was a called meeting and not Mayor. Hall suggested we make a division of wards as Place I and Place II in our election of aldermen a designing as in Ward II, the office held by E.H. McCain as Place I, the office held by Bill a Kirbow as Place II. In Ward III, the office held by Monrde Stapleton as Place I, the office held by H. S. Watson as Place II. Ward I has In the event three or more persons run for the same office, and no one person receives 51% of the vates, there will be a run off of the two persons receiving the most votes. The winner of the run The motion was made by H. S. Watson that newly elected officers must take office the first Tuesday in May. Seconded by Monroe Stapleton, Mr. Watson made the motion that old officers preside at first meeting to turn over town work and take care of unfinished business before Mayor Hall suggested we ask Rev. Swank to be election judge. We will ask Mr. Porter if we may use his garage for poling place. We will have Alderman Stapleton asked Mr. Freeland if we had to keep the poles open for 12 hours; Mr. Freeland said he would check to see if we did. Compensation must be offered to election judge and helpers at the rate of $1.00 for first 12 hours and 1.50 for all over 12 hours. Mr. Freeland has been in contact with Mr. McAlpine of Gulf States and has a franchise drawn for the water with Mr. Cowart. He would The subject concerning River Oaks Estate Sub-Division restrictions to that Sub-Division was brought up by. Monroe Stapleton. It was asked if the town would be responbibile for these restrictions. The Board of Aldermen feel that this is a contract between the property owners and the Sub-Dividers of River Oaks addition. The town discussed it and gave Mr. Stapleton suggestions through Next meeting will be held Tuesday, February 18, at the home of Monroe Stapleton made the motion the meeting adjourn. Seconded by  L S LJ , Aa 60 6  L 9 C  necessary to read minutes of last meeting.  only one place, office now held by F.L. Vanover.  off must receive the majority of votes.  swearing in new officers.  as steel canister with two locks for ballot box.  like to call another meeting soon.  L S  4 d  Mr. Hugh Freeland, the town attorney.  E. H. McCain.  Mr. Watson. Meeting ad.journed at 9:50PM.  OCRaR  18    Page 1  February 18, 1964 THE. TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0. C. Hall Aldermen Billy H. Kirbow W. M. Stapleton H. S. Watson /F. L. Vanover E. H. McCain as read.  Mayor  Guests Bob Bienvenue Mr. Haydell Hugh Freeland  Citizen Citizen Town Attorney  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall. Invocation given by Chaplain Watson. Minutes read by Monroe Stapleton. Minutes approved Mayor Hall reported Rev. Swank has not been a residence long enough to be election judge. Mr. Jeton and Mr. Lewis have been asked. Mr. Jeton said he would and Mr. Lewis said he would if he was off. Rev. Swank had offered the church as a poling place. Monroe Stapleton made the motion that wè use the church as a poling place. Bill Kirbow seconded the motion. Vote to use the church as poling place passed Mayor Hall reported election rules required poles to be opened from 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. for voting. To qualify as voters, the person must have been a residence of the town far six months and be a holder An ordinance was presented by Hugh Freeland fixing the election of the. mayor, marshall and board of aldermen for the town and the requirements Monroe Stapleton made the motion, seconded by Eddie McCain, that position of town marshall be left vacant because services are not now needed and that the position not appear on the ballot. The law requires that a peace officer be paid $4,0.00 per month. To provi.de these funds the town Eddie McCain made the motion,time for run off election be the second Saturday following the general election. Motion seconded by F.L.Vanover. Eddie McCain made the motion, seconded by Monroe Stapleton, to make the second Tuesday of each month designated time for regular town Mayor Hall will write a letter to radio station KAYC to thank them Monroe Stapleton made motion that meeting adjourna Bill Kirbow seconded  unanimously.  of a paid poll tax receipt. governing such election.  would ha ve to tax and possibly jeopardize our roads.  Passed unanimously.  meeting. Passed unanimously. for salute to Bevil Oaks.  the motion. Meeting adjourned 9:30 P.M.  OCHal  19    February 25, 1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  page 1  0. C. Hall Aldermen Billy H. Kirbow W. M. Stapleton H. s. Watson F. L. Vanover E. H. McCain  Mayor  Guests John" Basye Eddie Procter Mr. Crenshaw  Citizen Citizen Citizen  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall. Invocation was given by Chaplain Watson. Minutes of last meeting were read and approved. Monroe Stapleton said we would be unable to use the church as a polling place. Bill Kirbow suggested John Lowe's apartment as a polling place. Mayor Hall has talked to Mr.'J. G. Cowart on the water franchise. He will not accept Articles 6,7, & 8. The Board of Aldermen re-drafted these and sent them to Mr. Freeland to rewrite the franchise. Monroe Stapleton made the motion that when we get the franchis e acceptable to Mr. Cowart, we should call a town meeting at the park and present it to. the people of the town. Motion seconded by F.L. Vanover. This Alderman Vanover was asked to see Judge Young for information on Mayor Hall donated $2.75 to the town which was his pay from the county Motion made for meeting to adjourn by Monroe Stapleton. F. L. Vanover  This is to be looked into by the Board of Aldermen.  was agreed on by the aldermen.  our town marshall. for selling poll tax. seconded the motion.  @  OCAal  LJ S B d I  20    March 17, 1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  page 1  0. C. Hall Aldermen W. M. Stapleton F. L. Vanover E. H. McCain  Mayor  Guests Randy McAlpine Mr. Porter J.G. Cowart Earl Rigsby  Gulf States Citizen Water System of River Oaks  The meeting was called to order and invocation given by May or Hall. Mr. McAlpine of Gulf States Utilities presented a franchise from Gulf States to The Town of Bevil Oaks and explained that this was a standard franchise that Gulf States has with towns and cities in Texas. It is not an exclusive franchise. Monroe Stapleton questioned Mr. McAlpine on Section VI. Mr. McAlpine explained that if any part of this franchise was found to be unconstitutional, that this part would be excluded and Mr. McAlpine explained that as a rule they owed a town something when they signed a franchise but as they do not owe us anything, they will pay, us $2.50 per day from date of acceptance of this franchise to June 30th, 1964. Then in September, we will be paid in advance 4% of estimated E. H. McCain asked Mr. McAlpine why it was a 50 year franchise. Mr. McAlpine stated that with a 50 year franchise, Gulf States Utilities was in a better position to acquire money cheaper which is a savings to Gulf States Utilities which they can pass on to the consumer. Monroe Stapleton asked Mr. McAlpine about street lights and if they charged for poles far setting street lights. Mr. McA1pine said they do not try to make a profit on cities and towns and poles were set free as lorig as they were in line with their other poles. The charge for the lamps, which are 7000 aluminous power arid also a 7000 hour lamp, cost $39.00 per year per light which includes installation, maintenance, and power. Monroe Stapleton asked if this could be deducted from the pay to the town. Mr. McAlpine stated that their accounting department Monroe Stapleton made the motion that we accept Gulf States Utilities franchise. Motion seconded by Mr. Vanover. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. McAlpine thanked the board of aldermen and excused himself from the  not the full franchise voided.  gross revenue.  was such that it could not.  meeting.  Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved.  Mr. J. G. Cowart and Mr. Earl Rigsby of the River Oaks water system were told by the board of aldermen that the town had a general meeting and at this meeting, the citizens would not accept the water franchise offered by them and we would like to ask him some questions concerning the franchiee and water system. Monroe Stapleton asked Mr. Cowart if the fire plugs were primarily for fighting fires or flushing of Jines. Mr. Cowart stated the plugs were for fighting fires. Monroe Stapleton asked that if a person: buys, 750, feet of pipe. then others tie on to this line, wi1l, he then be reimbursed for a portion of this pipe. for which he has paid. Mr. Cowart  stated No.  22    page 2  Monroe Stapleton stated that we need a provision in the franchise so they would be reimbursed. Mr. Porter, citizen, asked to be heard and was given permission. He stated he had seen this tried at Naples; Texas. A man had laid a line to his house and paid for it. When others wanted to tie on to it, they wére only able to charge them a tie on fee as this was a public utility. Mr. Cowart stated that this was not a public utility, that he operated for a profit and he could designate who could or could Monroe Stapleton stated that from the franchise that we have let so far, we receive 2 to 4 per cent of the yearly gross revenue. Heasked Mr. Cowart that af'ter the town grows and he is operating at a profit, could he do this. Mr. Cowart stated that he is furnishing fire fighting water for compensation to the franchise. Mr. Porter asked to be heard. Mr. Porter stated there still should be a definite statement to specify pipe size and kind of pipe used and the amount of pressure on water. Mr. Cowart said, I am guaranteeing you adequate water regardless of pipé size. Mr. Porter asked who was to determine it was adequate water. Mr. Cowart said the user of the water. Mr. Porter asked what if a user says it is not adequate, * what then can be done about it. Mr. Cowart said, I either coreect it or the franchise is voi.d. Monroe Stapleton asked Mr. Cowart if it would be possible for once a year the Board of Aldermen and Mr. Cowart meet and try to compromise and adjust the franchise to fit the needs. Mr. Cowart said we would only have a one year contract then. E. H. McCain asked should there be a clause to allow a person to have his own well. Monroe Stapleton stated that there would be no need for this as it is not mandatory to connect to the water system. Mr. Cowart stated we do need a clause on line extension to the residents or users. He gave an example, that Beaumont will run, regardless of size, 300 ft. of pipe for $2.25 per foot, over Mr. Cowart explained when the City of Beaumont had a sub-division within its incorporated limits, that the sub-divider laid all sewer and water lines with fire plugs as designated by the city and if the specifications were not met, the sub-division was not accepted. Monroe Stapleton asked Mr. Cowart if he operated sewage systems. Mr. Cowart answered he did. Monroe Stapleton asked Mr. Cowart that if in the future could he operate one for us. Mr. Cowart answered, possibly, in the far future. Mr. Cowart stated that in his redrafting of the franchise he had left out the clause for aldermen's: approval on new work. He stated he thought this would cause confusion for both the aldermen and himself. Monroe Stapleton asked Mr. Cowart about the $100.00 tap on fee. Mr. Cowart stated that the $100.00 would merely pay for the meter and pipe, that he did the labor free. Mr. Cowart said he could not reduce the tap on fee. He did not intend to run off customers with the tap on fee, but he needed Mr. Cowart is to draft a prorated clause for new line work to customers Mr. Cowart stated, I am in the water business and am here to give good service and good water at a reasonable price at which I can make a profit. Mr. Cowart and Mr. Rigsby excused themselves from the meeting.  not tie on.  300 ft. was 3.50 per foot.  it to cover the cost. for the board of aldermen,  23    page 3  Mr. Hall stated the next thing in order was our election. The aldermen choose to hold the election in Bob Gellatly's office. Mr. Hall stated that he had received the ballots from Lamb Printing company and that we had a bill for $12.80 for these ballots. Mr. Porter stated that he was unhappy with the way it had gone for the filing of offices, that it had come out one opponent was running L in one paper and then later came out another opponent was running and S some were not and in different places. The board of aldermen told Mr. Porter that they were unhappy that this had happened too, that it was through mistakes and inexperience that this had happened, that d the board of aldermen were drafting ordinances to eliminate this in  the future.  The ordinace was - At least one alderman from each ward shall check with town clerk the affidavits of each candidate before any announce- Through courtesy, it is requested all incumbent officers should file application of intent seven days before deadline. Incumbents shall not withdraw from race after filing(within this seven days), only in case of emergency or should there be two candidates file against Mr. Porter excused himself from the meeting and said he was satisfied Mr. Hall suggested that we ask Mr. Jeton if he would hold absentee Mr. Hall presented a ticket book for the marshall with 50 tickets and carbon copies that he had received from the Joe W. Mauldin Printig Service, Garland, Texas, for $5.80. E. H. McCain made the motion to buy the ticket book. Mr. Vanover seconded the motion. Motion Monroe Stapleton made the motion to pay for the ticket book and turn over to the marshall, seconded by Mr. Vanover, motion carried. Monroe Stapleton made the motion to pay for the ballots. Mr. Vanover Mr. Vanover made the motion the meeting adjourn. Monroe Stap leton  ment is made. The affidavits shall be in triplicate.  said officer.  to know what had happened. voting as he was election judge.  carried.  Ll S L a & - 8  seconded the motion. Motion carried. seconded the motion. Meeting adjourned.  0eKeR  24    April 14,1964 THE TOWN OF BEVIL oaks  page 1  0. C. Hall Aldermen W. M, Stapleton H. s. Watson F.L. Vànover Billy H. Kirbow E. H. McCain  Mayor  Guests Hugh Freeland Mrs. Grady Shaffer G. 0. Vanover J. W. Covington R. J. Caldwell R.J. Haydell Cliff Kellett, Jr.  Mayor Hall called the meeting to order. Invocation was given by H. S. First order of business was to count ballots from election held April Minutes of April 7, 1964 were read and approved with additions that Mayor Hall introduced a letter received from the Texas Municipal League concerning the marshall. It read: Article 484, Penal Code, excepts "any peace officer in the actual discharge of his duty" from the provisi ons of Article 482, Penal Code, Article 36, Code of Criminal Procedure, in defining who are peace officers, lists the offices of marshal or policeman of an incorporated town or city. Therefore, a. duly elected, or appointed, and qualified town marshal is a peace officer and is authorized to bear arms without regard to Monroe Stapleton reported on general meeting he.ld in the park and of the vote that was taken. . Eleven for and nine against the water Mayor Hall asked Mr. Freeland if we accept this franchise and refuse to'renew it, do we have to buy the water system? Mr. Freeland answered Bill Kirbow stated that 25 years were a long time to give on the franchise, but he saw no actual; need of deriving revenue out of Monroe Stapleton stated that meat of this franchise is that Mr. E. H. McCain stated that he did not like the buying clause on this franchise and that a number of other people did not like this clause. Jerry Covington asked if this adequate water meant adequate for home use or for fire fighting. Monroe Stapleton answered it was for home Cliff Kellett stated that the main opposition to this franchise from the general meeting at the park was because there was no revenue to benefit from fe; that some ant the town aldermen were pushing it.  Watson. 7, 1964.  motions were approved.  the amount of his salary.  franchise with Mr. Cowart.  No.  this franchise.  Cowart guarantees to furnish adequate water.  use.  derived from it  the town  some. of the. people were not. going  26    page 2  He stated he was for giving Mr. Cowart a franchise if it was 90 years Jerry Covington stated he was far the water franchise to help the 41 people but the thing that worried him was that if Mr. Cowart was to have to quit Mr. Freeland stated that if he doesn't operate it or sell it, he would have to declare bankruptcy and the lenders would probably operate the Mr. Freeland suggested that we re-write clause 13 in the franchise and Monroe Stapleton stated as for revenue, he is giving the town six 6 inch Monroe Stapleton made the motion that Mr. Freeland re-write section 13 and for us to circulate a letter that section 13, the buying, clause, has been re-written, that we circulate a. letter that there will be a regular meeting and anyone that would like to talk about the franchise attend this meeting, and that the water franchise discussion be dropped for now. The marshall presented his bond to the Board of Aldermen. Bill Kirbow made the motion to authorize the secretary-tresurer to pay the marshall's bond, $12.50. Motion seconded by Mr. Watson. Motion carried. Tax Collector reported that Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. had sent a check for 2% of their gross annual earnings in our area between January 1, Monroe Stapleton made the motion to pay H. E. Brady Sales Co. $1.12 for Mayor Hall thanked the aldermen leaving their offices for the good work Mr. Freeland sworn in Mayor Hall and aldermen Jerry Covington, Bob G. 0. Vanover, F. L. Vanover and E. H. McCain and Marshall J.W. "Slim" Mayor Hall thanked the people who had run for office and has not been elected and stated that the people who had ran had the town's interest Mayor Hall explained that we had an invocation at each meeting and at most of our meetings we had disagreed on various things but no one had been Mayor Hall asked G. 0. Vanover if he would act as Chaplain for the Board Mayor Hall asked Jerry Covingtan if he would act as secretary for the Mayor Hall asked Bob Caldwell if he would act as our health committee. ** Mayor Hall suggested we let Mr. Freeland gring the franchise that he  in order to keep the water system for the 41 users.  operating the water system, would the town have to buy it.  system.  possibly add a reopening clause. fire plugs at a cost of $200.00 each.  Motion seconded by Bill Kirbow. Motion carried.  **  1963 and December 21, 1963, for a sum of $173.48. voted stamp. Seçonded by F. L. Vanover. Motion carried.  they had done through the year.  Caldwell  Watts.  at heart.  disagreeable.  of Aldermen. G. 0. Vanover accepted the position. Boàrd of Aldermen. He accepted the position.  He accepted.  has dràwn with the garbage man.  27    page 3  Marshall Watts stated he would like to discuss the possibilities Mayor Hall told of the three ordinances that the marshall was able to enforce - Being : the speed ordinance, school ordinance and the accumulation of garbage and trash and he has the right to call the L The marshall would like for citizens to call him when they know of  of having a deputy. This is to be brought up later.  sheriff's department or highway patrol.  S &  offenses.  ha Mr. Vanover made the motion for Marshall Watts to head up the celebration of the town on our anniversary date. Monroe Stapleton seconded the motion, Monroe Stapleton stated we needed a historian. Mayor Hall said we Jerry Covington made the motion the meeting adjourn. F. L. Vanover  Motion carried.  would give it some thought.  seconded the motion. Meeting adjourned.  3  e Lal 3 A. d I  28    May 5th 1964  Page 1  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0.C. Hall Aldermen G.0. Vanover R.J. Caldwe.ll E.H. McCain J.W. Covington  Mayor  Guests  F.L. Vanover Mayor Protem  W. M. Stapleton  Mayor Hall called the meeting to order and the invocation The minutes from April 14, 1964 were read and a correction was made to recognize Mr. F.L. Vanover as Mayor Protem in minutes Eddie Mc Cain presented the treasurers report noting that the town has received a check from Gulf States Utility Company in Mavor Hall presented a statement for services from Mr. Freeland and a suggestion wa.s made to ask him to attend the next meeting Bob Caldwell made a motion that we install the street light at the intersection of Sweetgum road and Highway 105. The cost of this light and its operation for one year will be $39.00., It was noted also that Mr. Jetton who resides on this corner should be contacted to see if he has any objections or preferences as to location of the light. The motion was seconded by Mr. F.L. Vanover. Mayor Hall agreed to contact Gulf States  was given by Glenn Vanover.  of future meetings.  the amount of $262.50, revenue from franchise.  of this board to discuss this with him personally.  pertatning to the installation of the light.  A: list of questions and sugrestions for improvements to the water franchise with Mr. Cowart were presented by Bob Caldwell on behalf of Mr. Cliff Kellett. This list was put on file in the town files under correspondence, after being fully explored and The suggestion was made that we check with Mr. Freeland on the use of the word Town or the word City in our incorporation, and all documents pertaining to this incorporated area. Eddie Mc Çain also suggested that Mr. Freeland be consulted on the statement "Cause to be purchased" in section 13 of the proposed water franchise, as to the meaning of the word Cause. Bob Caldwell suggested that this committie complete the water franchise and initate same without another town meeting board of aldermen in general all agreed to this suggestion and a public notice will be posted when any agreement is reached.  analized by this board.  no apparent  sifice  agreements can be reached at these meetihgs. The  29    Page 2  Mayor Hall suggested and the board agreed, that another meeting The motion to adjourn was made by Mayor Protem F. L. Vanover  will be held Thursday May 14th 1964. and seconded by Jerry Covington. The meeting was adjourned.  30    May 14th 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0.C.Hall Aldermen G.0. Vanover R.J. Caldwell E.H. McCain J.W. Covington  Mayor  Guests Mr. Freeland W.M, Stapleton  F.L. Vanover Mayor Protem  Mayor Hall called the meeting to order and the invocation Mayor Hall noted that the papers for the installation of the light at the intersection of Sweetgum road and the highway had been sighned and the light would be installed as soon as possable. Mr. Freeland was consulted on the use of the word City or Town in this incorporation and he said that we should use the word Town The phrase "cause to be purchased"was discussed with Mr. Freeland and the board was satisfied that this will not in any way hold this town responsible to buy or furnish buyer for thewater system if the The motion was made by, Eddie McCain and seconded by Bob Caldwe.ll calling for a vote of the board as to the acceptance of the fran- chise. Mayor Hall asked if there was any more discussion before the vote and there was none. The board voted to accept the franchise. A copy of the Form of Ordinance of this water franchise is here-  was given by G.0. Vanover.  when refering to this area.  sale of same becomes necessary.  by entered in these minutes.  Form of Ordinance  "An ordinance granting to J.G. Coward the exclusive Right, Privilege and Franchise to Use the streets, Public Easments, Avenues, Highways and Alleys of the Town of Bevil Oaks for the Purpose of Establishing, Constructing, Laying, Maintaining, Operating, Repairing, and Extending a Pipage System for the Sale of Water within the Limits of the Town of Bevil Oaks Texas, and Prescribing, the Terms and Conditions under which such Rights  Privileges and Franchises shall be Exercised."  31    Page 2   S a L A. &  Bob Caldwell made the motion that the water franchise be recorded and the motion was seconded by Mayor Protem F.L. Vanover. The vaccination of pets on a community basis was discussed, and Monroe Stapleton agreed to contact the Veternarian and' make arrangements to have him come to the community as soon as possible. The motion to have the date set for May 23 was made by G.0. The statement for services received from Mr. Freeland wg discussed with Mr. Freeland and the motion was made by Eddie McCain to pay the final 250.00 incorporation fee and upon presentation of an itemized bill for the 16.50 out of pocket expenses, that this be paid also. The motion was seconded by Bob Caldwell. The motion Eddie McCain made the motion and was seconded by Mayor Protem F.L. Vanover, that we present a letter of resolution by this board pertaining to the selling of the property belonging to the Evening Optimist Club,rlocàbed across the highway from our town limits. The purpose of the resolution being our objection to the selling of this property for any business wherein beer or liquor will be sold and consumed. Mayor Hall asked that the secretary The motion was voted on and carried by the board. no definite date or arrangements were decided upon.  Vanover and seconded by Mayor Protem F.L. Vanover.  was voted on and passed by this board.  write the letter on behalf of the board.  The plans for the anniversery celébration were discussed but It was agreed that the next meeting will be held June 9, 1969  3 5 Da d -  The meeting was adjourned.  32    June 9th 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  Mayor 6.C. Hall Aldermen R. J. Caldwell  F. L. Vanover Mayor Protem  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall.  Since there were only two aldermen present, a short discuss ion was held on restriction and the meeting was adjourned.    olout Page 1  June 16, 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0.C. Hall Aldermen G.0. Vanover R.J. Caldwell E.H. Mc Cain J. W. Covington  Mayor  Guests Mr. Wolston Mr. J.G. Cowart  F.L. Vanover Mayor Protem  Civil Defense Director Water system operator  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall and the invocation Mr. Wolston, the civil defense director for this area,. explained the operation and objectives of civil defense and it's application Mr. Cowart presented his letter of acceptance of the water franchise for the signature of the Mayor and himself, to complete the franchise. The board voted to sign the document and this  was given by G.0. Vanover.  in this area.  was completed.  Mr. Cowart noted that he will have the franchise recorded. Ab bill was presented for the installation of a red spotlight on Marshall Watt's car. The motion to pay this bill was made by Eddie Mc Cain and seconded by Mayor Protem F. L. Vanover. The  motion carried.  A motion was madé by Eddie Mc Cain to pay half of the remainer of lawyer Freelands bill and to pay, the balance when the treasury permits. This motion was seconded by Bob Caldwell and voted on and The motion was also made by Eddie Mc Cain, that we discmtinue the services of Mr. Freeland, and the motion was seconded by Bob Caldwell. A discussion was called for and the board voted to  passed by this board.  discontinue the servi.ces.  The meeting was adjourned.  33    July 30th 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0.n.Hall Aldermen E.H. Mc Cain G.0. Vanover R.J. Caldwell J.W. Covington  Mayor  Guests  Marshl.11 W.J. Watts  Mayor Hall called the meeting to order and the invocation The proposed garbage frenchise was discussed and it was decided by this board not to grant a franchise on the garbage Bob Caldwe.l gave a report on his talk with the liquor. control board concerning the control of liquor. sales in this community. This board requested that he compose an ordinance and present it to the board as soon as possible for the consider- It was noted that Cliff Kellett Jr. has accepted the appoint- The secretary was requested to send a letter to lawyer Freeland to discontinue his services for the present time. This letter will accompany a check for the remainer of Mr. Freelands A motion was made by Bob Caldwell and seconded by. Glen Vanover to make a loan at the bank for poroximately10.c0 to make up the balance lacking in the treasury to pay lawyers Freelands fee. This motion was voted on and passed by this Another motion was made by Glen Vanover and seconded by Bob Caldwell to check with Mr. Wolston, the Civil Defense Dir- ector for this area, on the possible loan of an emergency generator to be placed at the water well and to be used as emervency power when other services are out of order. This  was given by G.0. Vanover. pickup pt the present time.  ation of possibly adopting such an ordinance. ment as Civil Defense Director for the community.  fee.  board.  motion was voted on and passed. The meeting was adjourned.  34    September 8th, 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0. G. Hall Aldermen E.H. Mc Cain G.0. Vanover  Mayor  Visitors  F.L. Vanover Mayor Protem  Marshall Watts Tommy La Rousse  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall and the Mayor Hall reported that Mr. Wolston, héad of Civil Defense for this area and Mr. Coward, operator of the water system had checked with Houston to see if an auxilary generator was available for an emergency power supply for the water well. They were informed that there were none available at this time, but that bhey would make it known when there were sone to Mayor Hall also reported that the letter concerning the proposed ordinance on the control of alcholic beverages in the town limits would be distributed this week to the town people. The mosquito control board asked a letter of permission to The motion to give the letter to the board was màde by The financial report was given by treasurer E.H. McCain the sum of 877.44 revenue from franchise Debts: $7.83 owed to Gulf States for electricity bill for street light. #100.00 plus 5.00 interest owed to the Village state bank. E.H. Mc Cainmade the motion to pay in full the loan to the Village State bank and was seconded by Mayor Protem F.L. G.0. Vanover made the motion and was seconded by Mayor Protem F.L. Vanover to inquire with Gulf States on the possibility of paying the electrict bill on the street light by the year at the rate of $39.00 per instead of by the month. Marshall Watts presented Mr Tommy La Rousse the proposed The motion was made by G.0. Vanover and seconded by E.H. Marshall Watts reported that several cars had been stopped  invocation was given by G.0. Vanover.  be had.  fly over the town for the purpose of spraying, F.L. Venover and seconded by G.0. Vanover.  as follows:  Réceived from Gulf States utilities company  Vanover  deputy marshall.  McCain to make Mr. La Rousse denuty marshall. but only warninps had been given as yet.  35    The motion to adjourn the meeting was made by G.0,Vanover  and seconded by Eddie McCain. The meeting was ad,journed.  36    OCTOBER 13th 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0.C.Hall Aldermen R.J. Caldwell J.W. Covington  Mayor  F.L.Vanover Mayor Protem  Visitors Citizens of Bevil Oaks open meeting  The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hall and the invocation was given by Mr. Swand, minister of River oaks Gliff Kellett presented a pronosal to contact Mr. Cowart, onerator of the water system, about filling in the sinken A public discussion was held and viewpoints given for and against the institution of the proposed alchoilic beverage A motion was made by Bob Caldvell and seconded by F.L. Vanover, Mayor Protem to appoint Mrs. Wherry town Historian. The motion was made to adjourn and the meeting was  L 3 Aa &  a   Bantist church.  places in driveways and road right of ways.  ordinance.  ad,jonrned.  LuJ 3 D d 5 0  37    NOVEMBPP 10, 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  0.C.Hall Aldermen F.L.Vanover R.J. Caldwell G.0. Vanover E.H. Mc Cain J.W. Covington  Mavor  Mayor Protem  Mayor Hall called the meeting to order and the invocation "The treasurers renort was given by B.H. McCain treasurer. Tt wRS discussed and agrend upon by the council to ack- riowledge all letters and suggestions sent or brought in by A residential zoning ordinance was discussed. The council decided to table this discussion until the next meeting. Bob Caldwell presented a. complaint on loose livestock in the neighborhood destroying yerds and shrubs. It was decided to The alcholic beverages ordinance was discussed.  was piven by G.0. Vanover.  citizens of this community.  contact the owners about the problem.  Mayor Hall stated that it was his personal opinion that the sale of Alcholic beverages would be of no benifit to the  community as a whole.  A ballott was called for on the proposition of letting the stores, if they so desire, sell any alchoilic beverages under 1% aldholic content. The only beverage under 4% alchoil being beer. The vote carried three to two dn favor of this Another vote was called for on the proposition of on premises consumption of alchoilic beverages and it was voted unanomously against any form of on premises consumption. The lcholic beverages ordinance will be drafted and presented to the council when compleeted.,for it's approval. A program of Civil Defense suggestions by Cliff Kellett Civil Defense Director, was discussed and it was decided by the council that the suggestions would be good to carry out. The subiect of purchaseing a duplicating machine for use by the town Council for Town busineds was brought to the MAA" Bsf-hn attention of the council and Mayor Hall arreed to look into the price of several makes for presentation to the council.  proposition.  The meeting was adjourned  38    December 8 th 1964  THE TOWN OF BEVIL OAKS  As there were not but two Aldermen present, these being Mayor Protem F.L. Vanover and Alderman J. W.Covington only a short meeting was held and no business was discussed  at this time.  39