Town of Indian Lake
PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 551, TITLE V OF THE TEXAS GOVERNMENT
CODE, THE TEXAS OPEN MEETINGS ACT:
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF INDIAN LAKE, TEXAS
WILL MEET AT THE TOWN HALL BUILDING
62 S. AZTEC COVE DRIVE, LOS FRESNOS, TX 78566
FOR A REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING ON
MONDAY
April 18, 2011 AT 7:00 PM
MINUTES
1.
Call to Order
Mayor Collum called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation
The Mayor led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance and Mary Boss gave the Invocation.
3. Roll Call
Present and forming a quorum were Mayor Collum and Alderwomen Mary Boss, Pamela Romer, Sondra Leigh
Aldermen Robert Perez. Larry Villarreal was absent (excused absence). Also present was Town Secretary
Idalia Vega and Chief John Chambers.
4. Citizen Comments
Michael Bratschi-commented on Activity Committee specifically catering to Winter Texas and asked if any
summertime activities were scheduled for permanent residents. Mr. Bratschi also stated that he is against any
increase in garbage rate and that cuts should be made elsewhere. He also stated that Police Department needs to
enforce the Town Ordinances.
Judy Arnouts-commented that anyone who resides in this town can attend Activity Committee events. Some
events are geared toward specific groups, such as Craft Activities, Bingo for Seniors, etc.
5. Discuss and Consider Approval of the March 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes.
Motion was made by Mary Boss to approve March 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes, seconded by Pamela
Romer. All approved; motion carried.
6. Discuss and Consider Approval of the March 2011 Financial Statements
Motion was made by Pamela Romer to approve the March 2011 Financial Statements, seconded by Mary Boss.
All approved; motion carried.
7. Police Department March 2011 Report
Police Chief John Chambers presented his March 2011 report. Chief Chambers stated that there would be a
Rabies Clinic held within the next few weeks and reminded the public that new Dog Tags were due. Chief also
commented on code enforcement and notices being issued. Chief Chambers reminded the public that there is an
officer on call 24 hours a day, who can be reached at (956) 233-8559 or 911 for Emergencies.
8. Public Works Report March 2011 Report
Mayor Collum presented the Public Works Report for March 2011.
9. Discuss and Consider Approval of accepting an invitation to Join Cameron County to Consent Recount
for Census 2010.
Motion was made by Pamela Romer, seconded by Sondra Leigh to table this item on the Agenda for next council
meeting. All Approved; motion carried.
10. Discuss and Consider Approval of Proposal to replace Air Conditioning Condensing Unit.
Motion was made by Pamela Romer, seconded by Mary Boss to table proposal and work on getting 2 more bids
for next month’s council meeting.
11. Discuss and Consider Approval of Proclamation 2011-01 declaring April as Fair Housing Month.
Motion was made by Pamela Romer to approve Proclamation 2011-01 declaring April as Fair Housing Month,
seconded by Sondra Leigh. All Approved; motion carried
12. Discuss and Consider Approval of Increasing Garbage Rate.
Motion was made by Pamela Romer not to approve increase in Garbage Rate, seconded by Sondra Leigh.
Mayor Collum discussed her contacting BFI Garbage Company to negotiate rates and perhaps adjust the timing
of Debris Pick-up further apart in order to lower Garbage Rates. All Approved; motion carried.
13. Discuss and Consider Approval of Activity Committee’s Slate of Officers and Committee for 2011-2012.
Motion was made by Mary Boss to Approve Slate of Officers and Committee for 2011-2012, seconded by
Pamela Romer. The mayor appointed Mary Boss as a liason between Town Council and the Activity Committee
whenever Mayor Collum isn’t able to attend their monthly meeting. All Approved; motion carried.
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14. Discuss and Consider Approval of Dates of Town Hall Usage by the Activity Committee for 2011-2012.
Motion was made by Pamela Romer to Approve Dates of Town Hall Usage by the Activity Committee for
2011-2012, seconded by Mary Boss. All Approved; motion carried.
15. Discuss and Consider Approval of Ordinance 0078-A.
Motion was made by Pamela Romer to Approve Ordinance 0078-A, seconded by Mary Boss. Small Activity
Room will be used for 12 persons and under during Activity Committee Activities. All Approved; motion
carried.
16. Discuss and Consider Approval of Garage Sale Permits and the Number of.
Motion was made by Mary Boss to Approve Garage Sale Permits, seconded by Pamela Romer. Permits are
limited to 4 per 120 days, one per address. All Approved; motion carried.
17. Announcements
Barbara Collum announced that the Town will be planning a 4 th of July Festivity. Event will be organized by
residents of the town and council members. Aldermen spoke of various activities such as a Fajita Cook-off, and
Games and Competitions for the children.
18. Adjournment- Motion was made by Mary Boss to adjourn meeting, seconded by Robert Perez. All approved;
motion carried.
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