HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-07-24 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib Saleh at
5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall, 201
North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Perry
Bynum, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Leon Hogg, Linda Martin, Donna Mickan, and
Glenn Porterfield.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Mayor Mary Lib Saleh announced that she attended the following:
• Texas High Speed Rail meeting, July 18, 2012;
• St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church `Opening of the Doors' Ceremony,
July 14, 2012.; and
• North Euless Baptist Church 50th Anniversary Worship Service, July 15, 2012.
Additionally, she announced that Budget Worksessions are scheduled for August 2,
2012, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall and August 4, 2012, 8:30 a.m. at the Texas Star
Conference Centre.
➢ Mayor Pro Tem Perry Bynum stated that he attended the New Life Fellowship Church
18th Anniversary celebration on July 15, 2012.
➢ City Secretary Kim Sutter announced that early voting for the Primary Runoffs end
Friday, July 27, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. and advised that the Euless Library will serve as
an election day site on July 31, 2012, for the Primary Runoff Elections.
➢ City Manager Gary McKamie announced the following:
• Proposed budget will be delivered to the City Council on July 27, 2012;
• Staff has been in contact with North Tarrant Express (NTE) and the Texas
Department of Transportation (TxDot) related to the reconstruction of the
portion of State Highway 183 in Euless; and
• Confirmed case of West Nile Virus in the zip code area 76039, and stated that
the city will continue periodic spraying for mosquitos.
Director of Public Works and Engineering Ron Young advised that the Tarrant
Regional Water District (TRWD) storage capacity is at 90 percent. Additionally, he
provided an update related to water leaks and repairs near Vineyard Village and
along Airport Freeway, and advised that the newly replaced water line along West
Ash Lane will be tied in to the existing water main by the end of the week.
➢ City Manager McKamie reviewed the regular agenda items.
Director of Public Works and Engineering Young and Director of Planning and
Economic Development Mike Collins addressed concerns raised by citizens regarding
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the proposed senior housing multi-family residential dwelling to be located at the
corner of Dickey Drive and East Euless Boulevard (TX Hwy 10).
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 6:36 p.m. for deliberation regarding the
following:
Economic development incentives as authorized by Section 551.087 of the Texas
Government Code related to:
o Evergreen Euless Senior Community, L.P.
The City Council recessed closed session at 6:46 p.m.
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS —COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Euless City Council continued their meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. for
consideration of scheduled items.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Gary McKamie
Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell
Assistant City Manager Chris Barker
City Attorney Wayne Olson
City Secretary Kim Sutter
Assistant to the City Secretary Holly Houston
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins
Fire Chief Wes Rhodes
Director of Public Works and Engineering Ron Young
Assistant Police Chief Bob Freeman
Information Services Administrator Dan McLain
Senior Computer Developer Tommy Christopherson
Police Captain Gary Landers
VISITORS
Priscilla Cauley Tommy Long Jake Thomasson
Mark Compton Randell Mickan Jeremy Tompkins
Linda Eilenfeldt Katea Naeata Lori Tompkins
Iris Elliott Carroll "Scotty" Scott Peggy Vandiver
David Johnson Tony Sisk
TuPou Helu Latu Jean Sullivan
And others as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
City Manager Gary McKamie gave the invocation.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
'o.. Council Member Tim Stinneford led the pledge of allegiance.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 1. HELD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
12-03-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1960
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the case to the City
Council, and advised that the applicant, Churchill Residential, is requesting approval of a
planned development zoning district in order to construct senior housing multi-family
dwellings. The proposed 6.25 acre development would be located on the southwest corner
of Dickey Drive and East Euless Boulevard (TX Hwy 10). The proposed development would
include a four story structure which would contain 170 units consisting of age-restricted
apartments (55 years and older). Parking would include a mixture of garages, carports, and
surface parking. The proposed ordinance would require construction activity to begin on the
project within 270 days from the effective date of the ordinance. Should construction not
occur within the specified time-frame, the City Council could reconsider the zoning change.
Mr. Collins advised that the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July
17, 2012, and recommended approval of the Planned Development. In addition to the
proposed development standards recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission,
staff is recommending a minimum floor area of 700 square feet for a one bedroom, and 925
square feet for a two bedroom unit.
Tony Sisk, representing Churchill Residential, 5605 MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, Texas,
expressed his appreciation to the City Council and presented a brief overview of the
proposed senior housing development, including age restrictions, senior activities, traffic,
quality development, and ownership attributes.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents of the case.
Mark Compton, 606 Creekside Drive, Euless, spoke in support of the request and stated that
he believed the project would be a good use for the area and will possibly increase the
surrounding property values.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any opponents of the case.
Tommy Long 402 E. Alexander Lane, Euless, stated he was neither for nor against the
project but wished to voice his concerns as they relate to possible increased traffic, privacy
of the adjacent residential properties, emergency response, electrical and water supplies,
increased noise, impact to wildlife, lighting, flooding, and property values in the area of the
development. Mr. Long also expressed concern regarding the notification sent to adjacent
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property owners with regard to content and inquired if the notification should have been in
Spanish.
Priscilla Cauley, 404 E. Alexander Lane, Euless, expressed her appreciation to the City
Council for their service to the community. Additionally, she suggested that the developer
consider purchasing the property adjacent to the proposed site for a single-family housing
development or leave as green space.
There being no other proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at
7:38 p.m.
City Attorney Wayne Olson addressed the concern regarding the required property owner
notification, and advised that state law requires the notice be mailed to property owners
shown on the tax rolls who are within 200 feet of the proposed property, and the notice must
also state the proposed action. He added that state law does not specify the notice be in a
specific language.
City Manager McKamie addressed the concerns raised by the residents. He advised that
there has not been an impact study; however, the majority of Mr. Long's concerns are a
function of the development code and city ordinances. Mr. McKamie stated that staff has
reviewed the impact of the proposed development as it relates to traffic and emergency
service calls and staff has confirmed that any anticipated occurrences are within the range of
the service capabilities of the respective city departments. Additionally, he added that he
has spoken with Oncor and city staff and is assured that there will be adequate electrical and
water supplies to support the proposed development. In response to the suggestion for the
developer to consider purchasing the property adjacent to the proposed development, Mr.
McKamie stated that the city has encouraged the developer to consider the purchase of the
adjacent property.
Following responses to his concerns by City Manager McKamie, Mr. Long stated that he
would support the request if the developer would agree to planting trees along the north side
of the masonry screening wall adjacent to the residential properties located on the south side
of the proposed development.
Council Member Porterfield expressed his appreciation to the citizens for coming to the
meeting and expressing their views. He stated that he has toured the developers' senior
living facility in Lewisville that is similar to the one proposed and feels that the proposed
development would be a benefit to Euless and the adjacent property owners.
Council Member Martin stated she also toured the Lewisville facility and requested that Mr.
Sisk address the outside lighting and the planting of trees along the masonry fence in the
rear of the property.
Mr. Sisk stated that the development would include indirect lighting that would not impact the
residential homes. Additionally, he stated they would be willing to plant trees along the
masonry fence in the rear of the property and construct gable roofs over the parking in the
rear of the property to address privacy concerns.
Council Member Porterfield asked Mr. Sisk to clarify the age restrictions.
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Mr. Sisk stated that the housing is restricted to individuals ages 55 and older.
Council Member Hogg stated that he lives in the proposed area and believes the facility will
be an asset to the neighborhood.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Ordinance No. 1960 for a planned development
zoning district on property situated in the Andrew J. Huitt Survey, Abstract No. 709, being a
portion of Commercial Tract A, Block 1, Oak Crest Estates Addition from Texas Highway 10
Multi-Use District (TX-10) zoning to Planned Development (PD) zoning, and placing
additional development standards as follows: 1) Along the portion of the property adjacent to
409, 411 and 501 E. Alexander, covered carports and/or garages shall be installed and
constructed with a gabled roof design as approved by the Administrator; 2) Trees from 84-
334(n), "Recommended Plants" - Large Trees, (not to include Bradford Pear), shall be
planted at a minimum of twenty feet (20') on center on the north side of the masonry
screening wall and have a diameter breast height (DBH) of six (6) caliper inches or greater
at time of installation; and 3) Minimum Floor Area Per Unit Type will be 700 square feet for a
one bedroom and 925 square feet for a two bedroom.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Martin, Mickan, and Porterfield
Nur Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 2. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 12-1317
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Resolution No. 12-1317, approving a
Chapter 380 Agreement by and between the City of Euless and Evergreen Euless Senior
Community, L.P. and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Martin, Mickan, and Porterfield
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 3. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Mayor Pro Tern Bynum motioned to approve the City Council minutes of the regular and the
special called meetings of June 26, 2012.
Council Member Porterfield seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Martin, Mickan, and Porterfield
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Peggy Vandiver, 808 Clebud, Euless, inquired if there was a previous proposal for single
family development on the southwest corner of Dickey Drive and East Euless Boulevard.
Mr. Long expressed his appreciation to the City Council for requiring the planting of trees
along the north side of the masonry fence in relation to the proposed senior housing multi-
family development.
ITEM NO. 5. REPORTS
City Attorney
No report given.
City Manager
No report given.
City Council
No report given.
ITEM NO. 6. ADJOURN
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
Mary ib aleh Kim utter, T"MC
Mayor City'Secretary