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OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin
at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 201
North Ector Drive. Mayor Linda Martin was present in the Council Chambers. Mayor Pro
Tern Jeremy Tompkins, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Eddie Price, Perry Bynum,
Harry Zimmer, and Salman Bhojani were present via video conferencing.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Mayor Linda Martin advised that members of the City Council will be participating in
the meeting via video conferencing, and requested that they state their name prior to
making a motion.
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the regular agenda.
➢ Emergency Management Coordinator Suzanne Hendrickson provided an update
regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, including the current statistics worldwide,
statewide, and locally. She reviewed the statistics for the mobile testing site events
held in Euless on June 30, 2020, and July 2, 2020, as well as the latest Executive
Orders issued by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, and actions taken by Tarrant County
Judge Glen Whitley.
Council Member Bhojani asked if information related to the status of a vaccine could
be included in future updates.
Discussion ensued related to current hospitalization rates compared to pre-pandemic
hospitalization percentages as well as the City's policy regarding enforcement of the
wearing of face masks.
➢ Fire Chief Wes Rhodes presented the Fire Department update including total dollar
loss, response times, newly hired and retired employees, social media outreach, and
the status of the temporary fire station located on Harwood Road. He advised that
staff is evaluating ideas to hold the annual open house while adhering to current
safety protocols, and stated that the annual clown safety program will be provided to
the schools in a video format.
➢ Finance Director Janina Jewell provided the Financial update for the period ending
June 30, 2020, and advised that car rental tax collection was down 71 percent over
the same period last year and 21 percent year to date.
➢ Deputy City Manager Chris Barker provided the Fee update and advised of proposed
changes to fees related to the animal shelter, library, water department, Municipal
Court, and miscellaneous documents, and advised that an Ordinance will be
presented for Council consideration at an upcoming meeting.
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➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins presented the
Development update and advised of a Planned Development amendment related to
the Glade Parks development for a limited auto service use. The Planning and Zoning
Commission voted to deny the amendment. This amendment will be presented for
City Council consideration on August 24, 2020 and will require a supermajority vote
of the Council to override the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
Discussion ensued regarding the highest and best use of the property.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 6:26 p.m. for deliberation regarding the
following:
Seek legal advice from the City Attorney as authorized by Section 551.071 of the Texas
Government Code related to:
• Fearn v. Graham, et al (City of Euless)
Mayor Martin recessed closed session at 6:41 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 Loretta Getchell
Deputy City Manager Chris Barker
City Attorney Wayne Olson (via video conferencing)
City Secretary Kim Sutter
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins
Director of Finance Janina Jewell
Director of Information Services Scott Joyce
Assistant Police Chief Gary Landers
VISITORS
No visitors
VISITORS VIA VIDEO CONFERENCE
Darl Easton
INVOCATION
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Deputy City Manager Chris Barker gave the invocation.
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Tim Stinneford led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United
States and Texas.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 1 through 14)
Mayor Martin asked Deputy City Manager Barker to read each item into the record.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 1
through 14.
Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 1. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO RENEW A CONTRACT
Authorized the City Manager to renew the City's contract with HUB International (formerly
IPS Advisors), 421 West 3rd Street, Fort Worth, Texas, to provide services including
benefits administration, product and service evaluation, strategic benefits planning,
benefit plan analysis and benefit plan design, bidding and negotiation, new vendor and
program implementation, utilization review, employee communication tools and
resources,wellness programs, compliance and regulatory support. The contract renewal
period begins October 1, 2020, and is valid for a three-year period. The total estimated
annual expenditure is $50,000.
ITEM NO. 2. AWARDED REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 006-20
Approved award of RFP No. 006-20 for specific reinsurance coverage for the City's health
insurance program for October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021, to International Specialty,
10199 Southside Boulevard, Suite 205, Jacksonville, Florida, for a term of one year. The
proposal includes a deductible of $125,000 per person with no aggregating specific
deductible. The total estimated expenditure is $727,573.
ITEM NO. 3. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT
Authorized the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County
regarding permitting and enforcement of game room regulations within the City limits.
The Tarrant County Commissioners Court has adopted regulations relating to the
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operation of game rooms within Tarrant County. Through this Interlocal Agreement, the
County is designating the City to issue permits and to enforce the County's Game Room
Regulations within the City limits.
ITEM NO. 4. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT
Authorized the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Signature
Automation, LLC, 14677 Midway Road, #212, Addison, Texas, for Engineering Services
at the Far North and Fuller Well sites. The scope of services provided by Signature
Automation includes Program Logic Control (PLC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI)
programming, submittal review for proposed equipment, SCADA System testing,
operations manuals and training. The estimated expenditure is $73,540.
ITEM NO. 5. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with UniFirst Corporation, 68 Jonspin
Road, Wilmington, Massachusetts, for a three year period providing for City uniforms,
mats and towels. This contract would provide for City uniforms used by Public Works,
Parks and Community Services, Fleet and Facilities, Planning and Economic
Development, Texas Star Golf Course, and Jail and Code Compliance. Pricing is per
BuyBoard Cooperative contract 587-19. The estimated expenditure is $50,000.
ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED DEMOLITION SERVICES
Approved the full demolition of Fire Station No. 1, 201 East Ash Lane, to GFC Contracting,
3816 Binz-Engleman Road, B-125, San Antonio, Texas, to include removal of the
structure, driveways and approaches, and return the site to rough grade. Demolition
services are provided through the BuyBoard Job Ordering Contract(JOC) program#520-
16. The estimated expenditure is $65,882.
ITEM NO. 7. APPROVED A JOB ORDER CONTRACT
Approved contract with Humphrey and Associates, Inc., 1501 Luna Road, Carrollton,
Texas, for routine electrical and emergency repair services through the BuyBoard
Cooperative Purchasing Program Trade Services Contract No. 558-18. The agreement
will only be in effect until February 28, 2021, as the vendor's contractual agreement with
BuyBoard will expire at that time. Humphrey and Associates Inc. will serve as the City's
electrical services contractor for routine and emergency repair services. The estimated
expenditure is$85,000 (City-wide)and actual expenditures will be on an as needed basis.
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ITEM NO. 8. RATIFIED THE EMERGENCY PURCHASE OF TRAFFIC
CONTROL EQUIPMENT LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTIONS OF
EL CAMINO REAL AND WEST PIPELINE ROAD AND AT NORTH
MAIN STREET AND DENTON DRIVE CONTRACT
Ratified the emergency purchase of traffic control equipment that was necessary due to
unforeseen damage to public machinery, equipment, or other property as permitted by
Section 252.022(3) of the Local Government Code. The traffic signal cabinet and
accessory equipment at the intersections of El Camino Real and West Pipeline Road and
at North Main Street and Denton Drive were damaged due to automobile accidents at
both locations. Claims have been filed with Texas Municipal League Intergovernmental
Risk Pool for reimbursement. The emergency purchase for necessary repairs was
$103,780.
ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 20-1588
Approved Resolution No. 20-1588, amending the early voting dates for the general
election for the offices of Mayor and City Council Members Place Two and Place Four in
accordance with the Governor's proclamation issued July 27, 2020, to extend early voting
by personal appearance for the November 3, 2020 election. Early voting will begin
Tuesday, October 13, 2020, and continue through Friday, October 30.
ITEM NO. 10. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 20-1589
Approved Resolution No. 20-1589, amending the early voting dates for the special
election on a measure to allow the voters to consider voting for or against a Proposition
related to Fair Overtime and Scheduling Standards in accordance with the Governor's
proclamation issued July 27, 2020, to extend early voting by personal appearance for the
November 3, 2020 election. Early voting will begin Tuesday, October 13, 2020, and
continue through Friday, October 30.
ITEM NO. 11. ACCEPTED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ADVISORY
COMMITTEE SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
Accepted the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee Semi-Annual Report for the
period of October 1, 2019 through March 31, 2020.
ITEM NO. 12. RECEIPT OF NOTICE ABOUT 2020 TAX RATES
Accepted Notice About 2020 Tax Rates from designated employee calculating no-new-
revenue rate and voter approval rate.
ITEM NO. 13. RECEIPT OF CERTIFICATION OF ADDITIONAL SALES AND
USE TAX
Accepted Certification of Additional Sales and Use Tax to Pay Debt Services for 2020
Tax Year from Financial Officer or Auditor.
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ITEM NO. 14. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the regular meeting of June 23, 2020.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 15. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2249
Deputy City Manager Barker advised that the Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School
District (HEBISD) has recently completed the construction of Arbor Creek Elementary
adjacent to the corner of East Midway Drive and International Drive. This ordinance is
recommended in an effort to provide safety for school students, personnel, and
surrounding pedestrians by establishing a school zone on the necessary adjacent streets.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2249, amending the City of
Euless Code of Ordinances, Chapter 82, "Traffic and Motor Vehicles," Article III
"Operation of Vehicle," Section 82-63, "Same—School Zones,"to establish a school zone
for a certain area.
Council Member Bhojani seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 20-
07-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2250
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:13 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and advised that the applicant, Monsoon Flower, LLC, intends to construct a
61,538 square foot, four-story hotel with 104 rooms on 2.88 acres located northeast of
the intersection of Fuller-Wiser Road and the north frontage road of East Airport Freeway.
The hotel flag is a limited service Atwell Suites, an upper-midscale hotel brand within the
InterContinental Hotels Group family of brands. Mr. Collins reviewed the access and
parking, landscaping, and the architecture of the building. Additionally, the Planning and
Zoning Commission held a public hearing on June 16, 2020, and recommended approval
of the Specific Use Permit by a vote of 7-0-0 with the following conditions:
1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Business Owner: Monsoon Flower, LLC;
2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Business Name: Atwell Suites;
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3) The hotel will be inspected by the City of Euless and maintained in accordance
with applicable provisions of the City of Euless Property Maintenance Code.
Information about hotel inspection standards is provided to the owner and
operator; and
4) The Specific Use Permit may be revoked if one or more of the conditions imposed
by this permit has not been met or has been violated.
Rutaj Bhatt, representing the applicant, addressed the City Council via video conference
and reviewed the features and amenities of the proposed hotel.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:20 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins inquired about trees and expressed concern regarding above
ground power lines currently on the property.
Mr. Collins advised that the power lines will remain above ground and the status of any
trees currently on the property is unknown.
Council Member Bhojani requested that Mr. Bhatt provide additional details regarding the
prospects of the hotel and saturations of hotels in the market.
Mr. Bhatt expressed confidence in the location and being near DFW Airport as well as the
features of a newly built hotel.
Council Member Bhojani motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2250, approving a Specific
Use Permit on approximately 2.88 acres of the Midway Square Addition, Phase II, Block
B, Lot 1 R2 for a Hotel in the Community Business (C-2) zoning district.
Council Member Zimmer seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 17. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 20-
09-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2251
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and advised that the applicant, Frank Tomassi, is a local business owner and
currently operates Claims Consulting Services at 722 West Euless Boulevard. Mr.
Tomassi has recently purchased two buildings (same lot) immediately adjacent to the
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east at 716 West Euless Boulevard. He is proposing to develop 716 West Euless
Boulevard as a vintage vehicle restoration business operated under the name of Frank's
Speed Shop.
The site contains two structures, with one fronting Euless Boulevard and one to the rear.
A masonry wall will be constructed that connects the two buildings, providing a secure
parking area for his vehicles. Sales of the restored vehicles will be conducted through
third party auction or internet marketing. There will be no outdoor display of vehicles for
sale. However, a restored car advertising the business may be placed inside the building
behind a viewing glass that fronts onto Euless Boulevard. The restoration work on the
vehicles will not include on site painting. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning
Commission held a public hearing on July 21, 2020, and recommended approval of the
Specific Use Permit by a vote of 7-0-0 with the following conditions:
1) Tied to the Property Owner, Frank Tomassi;
2) Tied to the Business Name, Frank's Speed Shop;
3) All open storage of vehicles associated with Frank's Speed Shop will be screened
from the public right of way through a masonry screening wall in accordance with
the Euless Unified Development Code under Section 84-336(b)(2);
4) No open storage or display of vehicles associated with Frank's Speed Shop is
permitted at 722 W. Euless Boulevard;
5) Any sales of vehicles will occur as an incidental use to the property and conducted
through third party auction or through internet sales;
6) No outdoor advertising display other than a permitted sign indicating the name of
the business;
7) No more than five gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including fuel in the vehicle
gas tank) and no more than thirty (30) cumulated gallons stored within this facility.
8) All major mechanical or bodywork conducted shall be located within the interior of
the buildings. No work shall be performed exterior to the buildings;
9) Services provided include; automobile restoration, customization, body repair
(without painting), engine, transmission, and electrical repair; and
10)The Specific Use Permit may be revoked if one or more of the conditions imposed
by this permit has not been met or has been violated.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:27 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2251, approving a Specific
Use Permit on Andrew Huitt Survey Abstract No. 684, Tract 4A, 716 West Euless
Boulevard for an Automotive Restoration in Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use (TX-10) zoning
district.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
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Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 18. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 20-
10-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2252
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:28 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and advised that the applicant, E2 Hospitality, LLC, operates a current Motel 6 at
110 West Airport Freeway. This corporate owned Motel 6 Hotel was approved with a new
Specific Use Permit in 2018. Renovations approved through the Specific Use Permit are
complete. A new ownership group has the property under contract and intends to operate
the hotel under the conditions originally contained in the 2018 Specific Use Permit.
Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July 21, 2020,
and recommended approval of the Specific Use Permit by a vote of 7-0-0 with the
following conditions:
1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Property Owner: E2 Hospitality, LLC;
2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Business Name: Motel 6;
3) The hotel will be inspected by the City of Euless and maintained in accordance
with applicable provisions of the City of Euless Property Maintenance Code.
Information about hotel inspection standards is provided to the owner and
operator; and
4) The Specific Use Permit may be revoked if one or more of the conditions imposed
by this permit has not been met or has been violated.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:31 p.m.
Council Member Price motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2252, approving a Specific
Use Permit on Municipal Service Company of Texas Addition, Lot AR, 110 West Airport
Freeway for a Hotel in the Community Business (C-2) zoning district.
Council Member Bhojani seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: Council Member Bynum
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 19. HELD PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED CRIME CONTROL
AND PREVENTION DISTRICT (CCPD) BUDGET FOR FY2020-
2021
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:33 p.m.
Finance Director Jewell advised that the proposed budget is predicated on the approval
of the continuation of the Crime Control and Prevention District by the voters at the
November 3, 2020 election.
Ms. Jewell presented a summary of the budget and advised the City Council that the
proposed Euless Crime Control and Prevention District Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
was approved by the Crime Control and Prevention District Board on May 28, 2020,
following a public hearing. State law requires final approval by the City Council without
amendment. The proposed budget continues existing programming by the district.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents wishing to speak
regarding the item. Seeing none, the public hearing was closed at 7:36 p.m.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the Crime Control and Prevention
District (CCPD) Budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 20. APPROVED BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Council Member Bynum motioned to reappoint Council Members Eddie Price and Harry
Zimmer and reappoint Citizen Member Ron Shields to the Crime Control and Prevention
District Board with terms to expire September 1, 2022.
Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 21. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.
ITEM NO. 22. REPORTS
City Manager
No report given.
City Attorney
No report given.
City Council
Mayor Martin expressed her congratulations to the August 2020 Employee of the Month,
Recreation Specialist/Programs Coordinator Alex Harvey.
Mayor Martin announced the employee service awards and expressed her
congratulations to the following employees on reaching an employment milestone with
the City of Euless:
June 2020
Librarian Assistant Paula Beene —25 years of service;
Senior Police Officer Josh Bennett— 20 years of service;
Fire Lieutenant Chris Sutterfield — 15 years of service;
Senior Police Officer Brandon Allison — 5 years of service;
Dispatcher Kelsey Griffith — 5 years of service;
Recreation Superintendent Liz Johnson —5 years of service;
Senior Police Officer Michael Sarro — 5 years of service;
Senior Police Officer Russel Thiel — 5 years of service; and
Dispatcher Jeron Whalen — 5 years of service.
ITEM NO. 23. ADJOURN
Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
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Linda Martin, Mayor i Sutter, T MC, CMC, City Se&etary