HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-08-24 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Monday, August 24, 2020
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin
at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 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:
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell advised that the meeting date was changed to a
Monday night earlier in the year to meet the legislatively prescribed tax rate and
budget adoption schedule.
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the regular agenda.
➢ City Secretary Kim Sutter addressed the City Council regarding the annual Board and
Commission appointment process. Discussion ensured regarding the process for
conducting interviews to appoint new members to the volunteer boards and
commissions. She advised that reappointments will be considered at the September
8 regular meeting.
➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins presented the
Development update, including residential and commercial development.
➢ Emergency Management Coordinator Suzanne Hendrickson provided an update
regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and provided the current statistics worldwide,
statewide, locally, and Tarrant County hospitalization rates. Additionally, she
presented information related to the progress with research, testing, and distribution
of a vaccine. She reported on the various phases and the number of possible vaccines
at each of the phases worldwide. Additionally, she presented information related to
Operation Warp Speed, and advised that the federal government is working alongside
six companies evaluating six vaccines.
City Manager Getchell advised that Tarrant County has approved small business
grants to several Euless small businesses.
➢ Police Lieutenant Brenda Alvarado presented the Quarterly Police Department
update focusing on the Code Compliance Department. She advised of precautions
the officers have taken due to COVID-19, including working strictly from their vehicles,
working closely with local businesses regarding enhanced requirements, and the
addition of a COVID-19 complaint option in Access Euless for reporting
issues/concerns. Additionally, she advised of proactive measures to mitigate the
West Nile Virus.
Council Minutes Page 2 of 10 August 24, 2020
Emergency Management Coordinator Hendrickson provided an update regarding
storm damage received August 16, 2020, including a small opening of the Emergency
Operations Center.
➢ Finance Director Jewell presented the Financial Report for the period ending July 31,
2020. She reported that sales tax collections for the month of June were up 0.12
percent over the same period last year and are down less than one percent year to
date. Additionally, she advised that car rental tax collections were down 71 percent
from prior year (June) and down 21 percent year to date.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 5:50 p.m. for deliberation regarding the
following:
The purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as authorized by Section
551.072 of the Texas Government Code related to:
• Cresthaven Addition
Mayor Martin recessed closed session at 6:31 p.m.
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Euless City Council continued their meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:01 p.m.
for consideration of scheduled items.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Loretta Getchell
Deputy City Manager Chris Barker
Assistant City Attorney Cara White (via video conferencing)
City Secretary Kim Sutter
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins
Finance Director Janina Jewell
Director of Information Services Scott Joyce
VISITORS
No visitors
VISITORS VIA VIDEO CONFERENCE
Brad Williams
INVOCATION
Council Member Eddie Price gave the invocation.
Council Minutes Page 3 of 10 August 24, 2020
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Harry Zimmer led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United
States and Texas.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 1 through 6)
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 6.
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.
ITEM NO. 1. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF SOD AT
THE PARKS AT TEXAS STAR PHASE VII
Authorized the purchase, delivery, and installation of 292,000 square feet of Tif Tuf
Bermuda sod from Tri-Tex Grass, 5901 East Highway 377, Granbury, Texas, for the
Parks at Texas Star Phase VII though the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program
No. 611-20. The estimated expenditure is $137,240.
ITEM NO. 2. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT
TIRES
Authorized the purchase of automotive and equipment tires from Republic Tire and
Supply, 125 North Vine Street, Euless, Texas, through the BuyBoard Purchasing
Cooperative Contract No. 553-18 with Michelin North America, Inc. The agreement will
only be in effect until February 28, 2021, as the vendor's contractual agreement with
BuyBoard will expire at that time. The estimated expenditure is $70,000 and is based on
an as needed basis.
ITEM NO. 3. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 20-1583
Approved Resolution 20-1583, approving the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Service and
Assessment Plan for the Glade Parks Public Improvement District Number One (PID #1).
Based on the amortization schedule of the debt service for such improvements, no
assessment is necessary for FY2020-2021.
Council Minutes Page 4 of 10 August 24, 2020
ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 20-1584
Approved Resolution 20-1584, adopting the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Service and
Assessment Plan for the Glade Parks Public Improvement District Number Two (PID#2).
Based on the amortization schedule of the debt service for such improvements, no
assessment is necessary for FY2020-2021.
ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 20-1585
Approved Resolution 20-1585, approving the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Service and
Assessment Plan for the Euless Midtown Public Improvement District (Founders Parc).
Based on the Annual Service Plan Update, an assessment of $973,537 is necessary for
FY2020-2021 to fund the debt service and annual collection costs.
ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the special called meeting of August 3, 2020, and the
regular meeting of August 11, 2020.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 7. HELD PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED RESOLUTION NO.
20-1590
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:09 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and advised that during the 2019 Legislative Session, the Texas Legislature
approved HB 3143, which reauthorized the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement
Act within Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code through September 11, 2029. As part of
the reauthorization, the Texas Legislature established that the process for local taxing
entities to grant tax abatements is the adoption by Resolution of guidelines and criteria.
Second, the bill provides that notice of the public meeting where approval of an abatement
agreement will be considered must be published at least 30 days before the scheduled
meeting date and establishes specific information that must be included in the notice.
The Tax Abatement Policy is effective for two years from the date of adoption.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Council Member Bhojani motioned to approve Resolution No. 20-1590, renewing
adoption of a Tax Abatement Policy.
Council Member Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Council Minutes Page 5 of 10 August 24, 2020
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 8. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2254
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and advised that in order to align the southern property line of the existing
property at 201 East Ash Lane for the reconstruction of the new Fire Station No. 1, a
portion of excess public right-of-way of East Ash Lane will need to be abandoned. The
area of the right-of-way abandonment is 0.02 acres or 870 square feet and is at the
northwest corner of Hope Drive and East Ash Lane.
Council Member Bynum inquired if the City was following the same process as a private
resident in a similar situation.
Mr. Collins confirmed that the City is following the same procedures to abandon the public
right-of-way.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2254, approving the
vacation and abandonment of a portion of public right-of-way on East Ash Lane at the
northwest corner of East Ash Lane and Hope Drive.
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. 9. HELD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 20-03-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2255
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:15 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and advised that the applicant, HFA — Kelsey Kreher on behalf of Valvoline, is
seeking to amend the Planned Development(PD) Ordinance No. 1944,which establishes
the zoning for the Glade Parks development. This amendment would only apply to the
subject property located north of the existing QuikTrip store and south of the Bear Creek.
The amendment, if approved, allows a limited auto service shop to make application for
Council Minutes Page 6 of 10 August 24, 2020
a Specific Use Permit for this property. All other provisions of the Glade Parks Planned
Development would apply to this parcel.
The action that the City Council is being asked to consider is granting entitlement for the
land use with a Specific Use Permit. If City Council approves the PD amendment,
Valvoline would make application for a Specific Use Permit in the near future. The
Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on August 4, 2020, and
recommended denial of the Planned Development zoning change by a vote of 4-1-1.
Because the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend denial of the
ordinance, a supermajority of the City Council is required for the ordinance to pass.
Attorney Brad Williams, representing Valvoline, provided additional details regarding the
request to amend the Planned Development, including the size, shape, and visibility of
the property, as well as renderings of the proposed facility.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:33 p.m.
Council Member Price inquired if QuikTrip feels that Valvoline is a complementary
business to theirs.
Mr. Williams advised that he has not spoken directly with representatives from QuikTrip,
but his colleague can confirm that QuikTrip is in support of Valvoline at this location.
Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins inquired about the marketing plan for the property once the
project is complete.
Pre-Construction Manager Richard Gallegos, Valvoline, confirmed that the marketing will
include monument signs and flyers, but not oversized banners.
Mr. Collins advised that QuikTrip is the owner of the property and Valvoline will be
purchasing the property from QuikTrip. The sign ordinance will regulate signage and
large marketing materials.
Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins inquired about the need for a retaining wall on the north side
of the property next to the creek and the impact to the vegetation in the area.
Mr. Collins advised that he has not seen any detailed engineering designs that would
indicate a retaining wall; however, he felt the vegetation will remain undisturbed even if a
retaining wall is required.
Council Member Bynum requested confirmation that the development will adhere to the
development standards of the Planned Development.
Mr. Williams confirmed that they are not seeking relief from any requirements of the
Planned Development and stand ready to fully comply and be a good neighbor.
Council Minutes Page 7 of 10 August 24, 2020
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2255, approving a
request to change the zoning of 0.932 acres in the J. Doss Survey, Abstract No. 441 and
the B.B.B. & C. Railroad Co. Survey Abstract No. 204 located east of Rio Grande
Boulevard, north of Cheek-Sparger Road; from Planned Development(PD)zoning district
to Planned Development (PD) zoning district to allow limited auto service.
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. 10. APPROVED EULESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BUDGET
FOR FY2020-2021
Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed Euless Development
Corporation budget for FY2020-2021.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the Euless Development Corporation
(EDC) budget for FY2020-2021.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2256, ADOPTING THE CITY OF EULESS OFFICIAL OPERATING
AND CAPITAL BUDGETS FOR FY2020-2021
Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed City of Euless Operating and
Capital budgets for FY2020-2021, and the budget amendments to the fiscal year
beginning October 1, 2019 and ending September 30, 2020.
Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 2256, adopting the City of Euless Official Operating and Capital Budgets for FY2020-
2021, and amending the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2019 and ending
September 30, 2020.
Council Member Zimmer seconded the motion.
Council Minutes Page 8 of 10 August 24, 2020
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 12. RATIFIED THE PROPERTY TAX REVENUE INCREASE
REFLECTED IN THE FY2020-2021 BUDGET
Finance Director Jewell advised that a separate vote to ratify increased property tax
revenue in the proposed budget is required by state law.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected
in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 budget.
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. 13. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2257
Finance Director Jewell advised that a public hearing regarding the proposed tax rate of
$0.4625 per $100 of assessed value was held on August 17, 2020. She stated that the
City of Euless has either lowered or held the tax rate for 27 years.
Council Member Stinneford motioned that the property tax rate be increased by the
adoption of a tax rate of$0.4625 per $100 of assessed value, which is effectively a 0.27
percent increase in the tax rate, by adoption of Ordinance No. 2257.
Council Member Stinneford clarified that, although the motion indicates that the tax rate
is being increased, the City of Euless has either lowered or held the tax rate for 27 years
straight. However, the motion is stated in this manner to conform to the requirements of
state law.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford,
Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani
Council Minutes Page 9 of 10 August 24, 2020
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2258
Finance Director Jewell advised that Ordinance No. 2258 adopts the tax roll from the
Tarrant Appraisal District.
Council Member Price motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2258, adopting the Tax Roll for 2020.
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. 15. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2253
Finance-Director Jewell presented the item and reviewed the proposed rate changes.
She states that the proposed rates would become effective October 1, 2020.
Council Member Price motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
• -2253,amending the City of Euless Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, "Fees," Section 30-
-4;-"A itnal," Section 30-28, "Library," Section 30-34, "Water Deposits," Section 30-35,
"W, ter and Wastewater Service-Monthly Rates," Section 30-37, "Monitored Group
Class," and Section 30-38, "Miscellaneous Fees".
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. 16. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.
Council Minutes Page 10 of 10 August 24, 2020
ITEM NO. 17. REPORTS
City Manager
No report given.
City Attorney
No report given.
City Council
Mayor Martin expressed her congratulations to the September 2020 Employee of the
Month, Accountant I Diane Velasquez.
Additionally, she expressed her appreciation to Finance Director Jewell and the entire
Finance Department for their efforts in drafting and preparing the annual budget.
ITEM NO. 18. ADJOURN
Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
�,r
�` i fLr�l�-'" , � � _ _
Mayor t. da Martin, Ma
Y - Sutter, RMC, CMC, CftyiSecretary -- _