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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-10-23 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, October 23, 2012 A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib Saleh at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, 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 Leon Hogg, Linda Martin, Donna Mickan, and Glenn Porterfield. Council Member Tim Stinneford arrived at 4:20 p.m. During the Precouncil meeting: ➢ City Manager Gary McKamie advised that the Community Powered Revitalization (CPR) blitz was held in Euless, Bedford, and Hurst October 19th and 20th Approximately 1,100 to 1,200 volunteers participated during the two-day event. Additionally, he reported that corporate support for the event has grown over the past couple of years. ➢ Mayor Pro Tem Perry Bynum reported that he represented the City as a participant in the Colleyville Heritage High School Homecoming Parade on October 18, 2012. • Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell introduced First Southwest Senior Vice President Jason Hughes. • ■ Mr. Hughes addressed the City Council regarding the upcoming bond refunding and the City's recent credit ratings. ➢ Deputy City Manager Getchell introduced Kristen Savant, Partner, and Chris Settle, Senior Associate, with Fulbright & Jaworski. Mrs. Savant addressed the City Council regarding the issuance and sale of the "City of Euless, Texas, General Refunding Bonds, Series 2012A". (item number 8 on the Regular Agenda). ➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins presented the development update, including residential and commercial developments. Additionally, he reported on the North Tarrant Express (NTE) project, specifically as it relates to Euless businesses along the Airport Freeway (SH 183) corridor. ➢ Police Captain Gary Landers provided an update related to the City of Euless Minimum Housing Code, specifically as it relates to the apartment inspection program. ➢ City Manager McKamie provided the Civil Service briefing, including proposed revisions related to appeals, grievances, promotional process, who is covered, and emergency leave. ➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins and Director of Public Works and Engineering Ron Young provided the Westpark Way corridor update, specifically Council Minutes Page 2 of 7 October 23, 2012 related to the extension of the median along Westpark Way and proposed changes to ingress and egress associated with businesses along Airport Freeway. There were no objections from the City Council to the proposed plan. ➢ Director of Public Works and Engineering Young presented Bid No. 017-12 (item number 2 on the Consent Agenda), for the construction and/or replacement of 55 accessible curb ramps on public streets throughout the City. Following the review of the bid tabulations and based on supporting documentation from Elliott & Hughes, Inc., staff is recommending the bid be awarded to Estrada Concrete, LLC. David Hughes, Professional Engineer, Elliott & Hughes, Inc., was available to address any questions related to the project. ➢ Director of Public Works and Engineering Young addressed the City Council regarding the Trinity River Authority Easement in Cyclone Branch (sewer replacement project). The project will be completed in two phases with the first phase contracted to Bluebonnet Contractors. Bluebonnet will utilize a right of way consultant, and is requesting the conveyance of two easements from the City. The easements will be presented to the City Council for consideration at an upcoming meeting. Additionally, he advised that a Trinity River Authority (TRA) representative will be present at the December 11, 2012, meeting to address upcoming projects in the City. ➢ Library Administrator Kate Lyon provided the Library update which included: • WiFi service; • Inventory; • Early Voting; • Food for Fines, November 5-12, 2012; • Euless Library Tile Project by Lisa McNamara; and • Results of the Friends of Library Book Sale. ➢ City Manager McKamie reviewed the regular agenda items. • Director of Public Works and Engineering Young presented the water update. He advised that the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) storage capacity is at 82 percent. City Manager McKamie and Director of Public Works and Engineering Young addressed a complaint related to water quality on Harrington Lane. Additionally, Mr. Young addressed the timing of the release of the water quality Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). CLOSED SESSION The Closed Session was not held. Personnel matters as authorized by Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code related to: Council Minutes Page 3 of 7 October 23, 2012 o Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, Crime Control and Prevention District Board, and Civil Service Commission Appointments 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 Police Chief Mike Brown Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald Fire Chief Wes Rhodes Finance Director Vicki Rodriquez Director of Public Works and Engineering Ron Young Marketing/Communications Manager Betsy Deck Assistant Police Chief Bob Freeman �.. Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton Library Administrator Kate Lyon Human Resources/Risk Administrator Carolyn Marshall Fleet and Facility Administrator Kyle McAdams Information Services Administrator Dan McLain Public Works Manager JT Ackerman Police Public Service Officer Bridgette Cannon Senior Planner Stephen Cook Computer Support Specialist II Brett Bennett Senior Computer Developer Tommy Christopherson Police Captain Steve Eskew Police Captain Steve Kockos Police Captain Gary Landers Human Resources Benefit Technician Anniece McKanna Texas Star Golf Course Receptionist Magen Morton VISITORS Gadhave Ajinkya Don Dykstra Sherrone Quartey Stephanie Benitez Iris Elliott Carroll "Scotty" Scott Lisa Bynum Linda Eilenfeldt Peggy Vandiver Brittanya Cannon David Johnson lzaiyah Cannon Randell Mickan Council Minutes Page 4 of 7 October 23, 2012 And others as noted in the visitor register. INVOCATION Assistant City Manager Chris Barker gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Pro Tern Perry Bynum led the pledge of allegiance. ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR NOVEMBER Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Police Public Service Officer Bridgette Cannon. Bridgette was accompanied by her sister, Brittanya, nephew, Izaiyah, and members of the Police Department. Mayor Saleh presented Bridgette with a plaque and certificate commemorating her selection as employee of the month for November 2012. CONSENT AGENDA (items 2 through 6) Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the Consent Agenda items number 2 through 6. Council Member Hogg seconded the motion. 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. 2. AWARDED BID NO. 017-12 Awarded Bid No. 017-12 for the construction of the ADA Ramp Improvements project, and authorized the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with Estrada Concrete, LLC, Dallas, Texas to perform the work. The estimated expenditure is $111,026. ITEM NO. 3. AWARDED BID NO. 018-12 Awarded Bid No. 018-12 for construction of the Glade Parks Phase II Streetscape project, and authorized the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with All Around Lawn Care, Inc., Lewisville, Texas to perform the work. The estimated expenditure is $213,925.65, and includes construction of approximately 24,525 square feet of sidewalk along Brazos Boulevard and Red River Drive. Council Minutes Page 5 of 7 October 23, 2012 ITEM NO. 4. AUTHORIZED THE PURCHASE OF GROUNDS MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT Authorized the purchase of grounds maintenance equipment for use at the Texas Star Golf Course and Parks Maintenance from Kubota Tractor Corporation, Torrance, California through the Houston-Galveston Area Cooperative purchasing program (HGAC). The estimated expenditure is $93,984.97. ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 12-1397 Approved Resolution No. 12-1397, declaring the determination not to update water and wastewater impact fees, land use assumptions, and the capital improvement plan. ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Approved City Council minutes of the regular meeting of October 9, 2012. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. HELD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 12-02-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1973 Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:09 p.m. "` Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the case to the City Council. He advised that the applicant, Bloomfield Homes, is requesting approval to change the zoning on 2.257 acres located on W. Glade Road, east of Baze Road, from Single Family Limited Dwelling District (R-1 L) into Planned Development (PD). The applicant intends to construct 12 single family detached dwelling unit lots. Bloomfield Homes has requested not to construct sidewalks and that the front yard setbacks be placed at 22 feet for lots 1-4 and 9-12, and at 20 feet for the four lots surrounding the cul-de-sac (lots 5-8). Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on October 2, 2012, and recommended approval of the Planned Development. Don Dykstra, President of Bloomfield Homes, addressed the City Council regarding the proposed development (Starlight Court), including masonry fencing, entry landscaping, and presented photographs similar to the homes that would be constructed. Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case. There being none, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:16 p.m. Council Member Martin motioned to approve Ordinance No. 1973 for a Planned Development to change the zoning of 2.257 acres of the J. E. Field Survey, A-540, Tracts 1A6, 1A6A, 1A6A1, and 1A7A from Single Family Limited Dwelling District (R-1 L) to Planned Development (PD) zoning. The property is located at 505 W. Glade Road. "..... Council Member Mickan seconded the motion. Council Minutes Page 6 of 7 October 23, 2012 Mayor Pro Tern Bynum asked staff if Starlight Court will be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards without the addition of sidewalks. Director of Public Works and Engineering Young stated that the ADA does not require the installation of sidewalks; however, if sidewalks were installed, they would have to meet ADA standards. 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. 8. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1974 City Manager McKamie advised that the issuance is for the refinancing of existing general obligation refunding bonds due to significantly lower interest rates. As a result of the refunding, the City will realize a gross savings of $1,069,915, with a true interest cost of 2.053 percent and an average annual savings of$90,615. Council Member Mickan motioned to consider all matters incident and related to the issuance and sale of "City of Euless, Texas, General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2012A", including the adoption of Ordinance No. 1974 authorizing the issuance of such bonds and providing for the redemption of the obligations being refunded. Mayor Pro Tem Bynum seconded the motion. 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. 9. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. ITEM NO. 10. REPORTS City Attorney No report given. City Manager No report given. .... Council Minutes Page 7 of 7 October 23, 2012 City Council �.., Mayor Pro Tern Bynum stated that the Community Powered Revitalization (CPR) blitz, held on October 19-20, 2012, had a positive impact on several citizens in the Euless, Hurst, and Bedford area. Mayor Saleh and City Manager McKamie advised that there were approximately 1,200 volunteers that participated in the event, and that 27 homes were revitalized in Euless. Mayor Saleh announced the following prior and upcoming events: • Friends of the Library Book Sale, October 12-14, 2012; • Household Hazardous Material Collection Day (Crud Day), October 13, 2012; • Euless Heritage Museum at the Ruth Millican Center will be open to the public the second Saturday of each month; • City Council meeting, November 13, 2012. Additionally, she acknowledged students in the audience from surrounding high schools and those present for a church function. ITEM NO. 11. ADJOURN Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 7:24 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: ih4/11 11. OfealL Mary Lib "aleh i . Sutter, TRMC Mayor City Secretary r..