The Yorktown City Council discussed the cleanup of two properties with landowners who attended the November 25 regular meeting. Eight property owners were notified that the city needs to hear from them on plans to repair or demolish their structures, in accordance with city ordinance.
“Thank you for coming. I appreciate it,” Baker said to the two property owners present.
A sixth street resident addressed the council regarding her property.
“I know the carport and the roof behind it does need to be torn down, and I was planning to do that, but there's time and money involved,” she said, adding that she had obtained a permit for the work.
She provided details about her progress, and Baker inquired about her long-term goals for the house, stating the Council’s objective.
“We're not trying to make anybody do anything. Please don't see it as that. Our goal, quite simply, is to clean up where we can get cleaned up,” Baker said.
The council instructed Miller to write a plan, which could be handwritten, detailing her intended actions, including specific time frames. Property owners are given thirty days to submit these plans.
“We'll work with you as best we can at that stage. Is that fair?” Baker emphasized, stressing the importance of making progress.
With the exception of the two property owners who came forward, the council decided to adopt orders concerning the other delipidated properties, specifically: 335 East Sixth Street, 228 East Fourth Street, 304 South Eckhardt Street, 935 East Main Street, 139 South West Street, and 320 South Gohmert Street. These property owners have 30 days to submit a plan of intent for repair or demolition of structures.
Junk, Commercial Vehicles
Council discussed the parking of certain commercial vehicles on city streets in residential areas and updating the city ordinance regarding it.
Councilman Mike Rippamonti, who previously worked on the ordinance update committee, inquired about the reason for updating the ordinance. Baker responded with the example of an ongoing problem of two 18-wheelers in a residential area. “Every day, every night parking,” he said.
The City Council also classified recreational vehicles and travel trailers as junk vehicles under Chapter 8, Offenses and Nuisances, Article 8.05.
Council member Connie Hawes inquired about project cars and antique cars. Baker said they would wait to hear from the public on it.
To align with state law, specifically the Texas Transportation Code definition of commercial vehicles, council approved the ordinance restricting commercial vehicles in residential areas.
In other items, the Yorktown Fire Department requested updated air packs.
After discussion, they were asked to return with more information at the next meeting.
The next council meeting is Monday, December 16 at 6 p.m.
