HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-05-14 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib Saleh at
4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall, 201
North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Perry
Bynum, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Leon Hogg, Linda Martin, Linda Eilenfeldt and
Glenn Porterfield.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Mayor Mary Lib Saleh announced the following:
• Arbor Daze 2013, held on April 27 and 28, 2013, was a good event;
• Chris McGuire Classical Guitar Concert, held on May 13, 2013, had 61 in
attendance; and
• Friends of the Library Book Sale, May 17 through 19, 2013.
➢ Council Member Glenn Porterfield announced that the Texas Star Golf Course was
selected as a local qualifying site by the United States Golf Association (USGA) for
the 2013 U.S. Open Championship.
➢ Council Member Linda Martin congratulated all the candidates that participated in the
City of Euless May 11, 2013, general and special elections for promptly removing their
campaign signs following the election.
➢ Mayor Pro Tern Perry Bynum expressed his appreciation to the Fire Department for
their assistance in responding and caring for his mother May 9, 2013.
➢ City Manager Gary McKamie welcomed newly-elected Council Member Linda
Eilenfeldt and advised that she attended a City Council orientation on May 13, 2013.
Additionally, he advised that the results of the most recent West Nile Virus testing
showed no positive test results in Tarrant County and Euless to date.
Police Captain Gary Landers stated that the Code Compliance is proactively
addressing any possible issues with properties having stagnant water.
Assistant City Manager Chris Barker stated that measures are being taken to
eliminate standing water within the City and that residents may utilize Access Euless
to report any issues.
Mayor Pro Tem Bynum stated that he has received positive comments with regards to
Access Euless.
➢ Police Captain Landers presented the code update related to residential and
commercial code issues, including the status of apartment and health inspections.
Council Minutes Page 2 of 10 May 14, 2013
➢ Assistant City Manager Barker presented the Atmos Gas Rate Review Mechanism
(RRM) update, and advised that a proposed ordinance will be presented for
consideration at the May 28, 2013, City Council meeting. He stated that the RRM
Tariff process is more beneficial to the consumers than the Gas Reliability
Infrastructure Program (GRIP) as it allows cities the opportunity to review the
proposed rates through the 154 member Steering Committee.
Mary Jean Maloney, representing Atmos, stated that support for the ordinance is
requested and that the funds will be used to maintain the infrastructure.
City Manager McKamie advised that Atmos has determined that there are no cast iron
transmission lines in Euless.
➢ Fire Chief Wes Rhodes presented the fire update, which included the following:
• Statistics for the department from January to April 2013;
• Average response times;
• Firefighters completion of probation;
• Chris Sutterfield's promotion;
• Addition of fire personnel;
• Arbor Daze booth;
• Training;
• Northeast Fire Department Association (NEFDA) Firefighter Survival Training
(built by Euless Firefighters); and
• Apartment smoke detector inspections.
➢ Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald presented the Arbor Daze
update, and advised that staff is considering ideas to expand the variety of vendors
and activities for next year's event.
➢ Marketing/Communications Manager Betsy Deck provided an update related to the
redesign of the Citizens Fire and Police Alumni websites. She stated that the
websites will be managed by the Communications and Marketing Department and will
allow greater security. Additionally, she recognized alumni volunteers Chris
Shanahan and Loretta and Steve Doty for their services.
➢ City Manager McKamie presented the Euless Family Life Center (EFLC) Aquatics
Park update, specifically related to the construction timeline and presented pictures of
the progress to date. He recognized Fleet and Facility Administrator Kyle McAdams,
Director of Parks and Community Services McDonald, and the entire parks
department staff for their efforts related to the project. He stated that the grand
opening for the aquatics center is scheduled for May 25, 2013.
➢ Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell presented the Civil Service update related to
the various amendments/revisions to the Civil Service Provisions. She stated that the
Civil Service Commission approved the amendments/revisions at their April 29, 2013,
meeting. Additionally, she advised that the proposed ordinance will be presented for
consideration at the May 28, 2013, City Council meeting. ,�
Council Minutes Page 3 of 10 May 14, 2013
➢ Interim Director of Public Works and Engineering Barker presented the water update,
and advised that the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) storage capacity is at 76
percent.
➢ Interim Finance Director Jackie Theriot provided the financial update for the period
ending March 31, 2013, and advised that car rental tax was up by five (5) percent and
that sales tax collections remained flat when compared to the prior year.
➢ City Manager McKamie advised that the Municipal Court on-line deferred adjudication
option will be available within the next few days, and that the on-line water utility
billing payment option will be available within the next week or two.
➢ City Manager McKamie reviewed the regular agenda.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 6:25 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 amortization.
The City Council recessed closed session at 6:45 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
Police Chief Mike Brown
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald
Fire Chief Wes Rhodes
Interim Finance Director Jackie Theriot
Marketing/Communications Manager Betsy Deck
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton
Interim Library Administrator Sherry Knight
Fleet and Facility Administrator Kyle McAdams
Information Services Administrator Dan McLain
Animal Control Officer II Larry Atkinson
Computer Support Specialist II Brett Bennett
Council Minutes Page 4 of 10 May 14, 2013
Fire Division Chief of Operations Chanc Bennett
Fire Battalion Chief Rick Clark
Senior Planner Stephen Cook -�
Firefighter II Tommy Crist
Firefighter Cody Delmere
Firefighter II Scott Evans
Assistant Police Chief Bob Freeman
Firefighter II Jerad Gomez
Firefighter/Driver Michael Hanks
Firefighter Ashley Howard
Firefighter II David Johnson
Fire Lieutenant Lance Judd
Police Captain Gary Landers
Firefighter/Driver Steve Mayo
Firefighter Kyle McNeece
Firefighter II Cliff Moore
Fire Battalion Chief John O'Brien
Animal Control Supervisor Larry James
Human Resources Benefit Technician Anniece McKanna
Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Morris
Firefighter/Driver Michael Parks
Fire Lieutenant Tommy Rush
Firefighter/Driver Cody Skinner
Facility Tech Ill William Shafer
Division Chief/Fire Marshal Paul Smith
Firefighter II Shawn Soule
Firefighter Michael Troth
Firefighter II David Upchurch
Firefighter II Brian Vann
Firefighter II Michael VanPelt
Fire Captain Bill VerSteeg
Firefighter II Josh Williams
Firefighter II Chris Williamson
Human Resources Benefit Technician Zella Stierwalt
Police Sergeant Brandon Zachary
VISITORS
Gabriel Bach John Deithloff Toni Gomez
Margarita Bach Darl Easton Amy James
Bob Bauer Bob Eilenfeldt Roger Karnatz
Donna Bauer Iris Elliott Jerrie Keller
Matt Beck Roger Fisher Kevin King
Lisa Bynum Kelly Flud Lark Koontz
Weldon Cannon Gail Gallick Lee Koontz
Larry Clanton Kenneth Gallick Paul Kuhar
Sandra Cornett Gail Gassert Kate Lyon
Essie Crawford Thomas Gassert Don Martin
Preston Crawford Bill Golden Debbie McDaniels
Council Minutes Page 5 of 10 May 14, 2013
LuAnn Portugal Ruth Sills Julie Wathim
Betty Priddy Barney Snitz Vryna Wheeler
Wayne Priddy Faye Stinneford Warren Wilson
Ben Reeves Jake Thomasson David Wknoski
Maryvalerie Reeves Peggy Vandiver
Carroll "Scotty" Scott Helen Voss
Jim Sills David Wathim
And others as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
Assistant City Manager Barker gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tern Perry Bynum led the pledge of allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Fire Chief Wes Rhodes introduced Firefighter II Jerad Gomez. Jerad was accompanied by
his wife, Toni, sons, Tye and Shawn, daughter, Melissa, and members of the Fire
Department. Mayor Saleh presented Jerad with a service pin commemorating his 10 years
of service with the City.
Fleet and Facility Administrator McAdams introduced Facility Tech Ill William Shafer. Mayor
Saleh presented William with a service pin commemorating his 15 years of service with the
City.
Assistant City Manager Barker introduced Animal Control Officer II Larry Atkinson. Mayor
Saleh presented Larry with a service pin commemorating his 20 years of service with the
City.
Fire Chief Rhodes introduced Firefighter/Driver Michael Parks. Michael was accompanied
by his wife, Kristi, daughter, Lauren, friend, Chris, and members of the Fire Department.
Mayor Saleh presented Michael with a service pin and clock commemorating his 25 years of
service with the City.
Assistant City Manager Barker introduced Animal Control Supervisor Larry James. Larry
was accompanied by his wife, Amy. Mayor Saleh presented Larry with a service pin
commemorating his 30 years of service with the City.
ITEM NO. 2. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE AND PRESENTATION OF
CERTIFICATE OF ELECTION
City Attorney Wayne Olson administered the Oath of Office to Tim Stinneford, elected
Council Member Place 1, to Linda Martin, elected Council Member Place 3, and to Linda
Eilenfeldt, elected Council Member Place 4 for an unexpired term. Mayor Saleh presented
each with a Certificate of Election.
Council Minutes Page 6 of 10 May 14, 2013
Council Member Stinneford, Martin, and Eilenfeldt expressed their appreciation to their
family and advocates for their support throughout the election process.
ITEM NO. 3. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION
Council Member Glenn Porterfield presented a proclamation to Interim Director of Public
Works and Engineering Barker proclaiming, May 19 through 25, 2013, as National Public
Works Week.
ITEM NO. 4. PRESENTATION OF QUARTERLY POLICE DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Police Chief Mike Brown presented the quarterly Police Department update for the quarter
ending March 31, 2013, and reported on the average response times for priority one, two,
three, and four calls, as well as statistics related to crimes against persons, and property
crimes. Additionally, he reported on officers combined patrol time statistics, and the addition
of police personnel.
Mayor Pro Tem Bynum inquired if the addition of police personnel has increased the Police
Department "uncommitted time" to assist in allowing more time for routine patrols.
Police Chief Brown stated that currently there has not been an increase in uncommitted time
as new personnel are still undergoing training. Once training is complete though, he hopes
to see an increase in the uncommitted time.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 5 through 11)
Deputy City Manager Getchell presented the consent agenda items.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 5 through 11.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Martin, Eilenfeldt, and Porterfield
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 5. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO SEEK BIDS FOR PHASE I OF
THE EXTENDED RECLAIMED WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
Authorized the City Manager to seek bids for Phase I of the extended Reclaimed Water
Distribution System.
As part of the fiscal year 2013 budget, the City Council approved a Capital Improvements
Water Project (WT1201) for the extension of the Reclaimed Water Distribution System in
phases. Phase I would consist of a reclaimed water pump station and approximately 10,000
linear feet of distribution pipeline necessary to supply reclaimed water service to the
Council Minutes Page 7 of 10 May 14, 2013
Riverwalk Euless development, to several multi-family, and to developed and undeveloped
commercial properties located north of Midway Drive and south of Ash Lane. The proposed
bid schedule includes seeking bids for Phase I of the extended Reclaimed Water Distribution
System beginning on May 20, 2013, which would result in a request to award bid being
placed on the June 25, 2013, City Council agenda. This time frame would allow for the
construction of the project to take place in such a manner as to provide reclaimed water
service to the Riverwalk Euless development during construction of their initial phases as
well as provide reclaimed water service to the multi-family and commercial properties prior to
summer of 2014.
ITEM NO. 6. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF ARLINGTON
Authorized the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Arlington for
the purchase of various goods and services.
The City establishes interlocal purchasing agreements with cities when it is advantageous to
take advantage of combined quantities or by obtaining pricing offered to a larger entity.
Items such as library books, maintenance services, fuel, and street materials are currently
purchased through interlocal agreements. This agreement would allow the City of Euless
and the City of Arlington to purchase items off each city's contracts as needed. The City
initially intends to use the City of Arlington's pricing for pool treating chemicals.
ITEM NO. 7. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CARROLLTON
Authorized the City Manager to execute an Interlocal Agreement with the City of Carrollton
for the purchase of various goods and services.
The City establishes interlocal purchasing agreements with cities when it is advantageous to
take advantage of combined quantities or by obtain pricing offered to a larger entity. Items
such as library books, maintenance services, fuel, and street materials are currently
purchased through interlocal agreements. This agreement would allow the City of Euless
and the City of Carrollton to purchase items off each city's contracts as needed. The City
initially intends to use the City of Carrollton's pricing to purchase emergency medical
supplies.
ITEM NO. 8. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE THROUGH A JOINT PURCHASE
AGREEMENT
Authorized the purchase of emergency medical supplies through a joint purchase agreement
with the City of Carrollton through Bound Tree Medical for a one (1) year period. The
estimated expenditure is $60,000.
The City of Carrollton has an annual agreement with Bound Tree Medical for the purchase of
emergency medical supplies. The contract will expire in January 2014 and will be rebid by
the City of Carrollton. Based on the bid results, the City of Euless may continue to utilize the
contract pricing. This is a unit price contract and the actual annual expenditures will be
determined by actual quantities ordered.
Council Minutes Page 8 of 10 May 14, 2013
ITEM NO. 9. AUTHORIZED WELL REPAIRS TO THE FULLER WELL
Authorized well repairs to the City owned and operated water well located at 118 West Fuller
Drive (Fuller Well Site) by Millican Well Service, LLC for an estimated amount of $120,000,
finding that the procurement is necessary due to unforeseen damage to public equipment
and finding that the repair is necessary to preserve the public health and protect the safety of
the City's residents.
ITEM NO. 10. RENEWED ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR CONCRETE REPAIRS
Renewed the annual contract for concrete repairs to T.J. Concrete, 3325 Panola Drive, Fort
Worth, Texas, 76103, and authorized the City Manager to enter into a contract with T.J.
Concrete for an estimated amount of$250,000.
In April 2009, the Purchasing Department requested competitive sealed bids for concrete
repairs. The quantities represented in the bid were estimations based on prior history. The
bid included provisions for four (4), one (1) year renewal options. This request represents
the fourth and final option for renewal. The City will only purchase on an as needed basis
and will be billed only for the actual work performed. In accordance with the terms of the
contract, T.J. Concrete has submitted a letter requesting a one (1) year renewal, and no
price increase is being sought.
ITEM NO. 11. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the regular meeting of April 23, 2013.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 12. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 13-01-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council, and advised that the applicant, Gurudwara Sikh Sangat, is seeking to construct a
19,707 square foot building which would be used as a place for worship, kitchen and dining
area, classrooms, and offices for the leader of the community. On December 13, 2011, the
City Council approved a Specific Use Permit for a place of worship for the Gurudwara Sikh
Sangat. In compliance with the plans submitted with the Specific Use Permit, access from
East Euless Boulevard will be made with a right-in only approach, and a primary drive will be
placed on Cullum Drive. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval of the Site Plan on April 16, 2013, by a vote of 5-0.
Council Member Martin motioned to approve Site Plan No. 13-01-SP for a Church proposed
to be located on Alexander and Cullum Addition, Lots 20 and 21 and a portion of Lot 22, 200
East Euless Boulevard.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Council Member Porterfield inquired about the onsite living quarters.
Council Minutes Page 9 of 10 May 14, 2013
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins stated that the living quarters would
be intended for the Gurudwara Sikh Sangat teacher, but that an amendment to the Specific
Use Permit would have to be granted by the City Council to allow the use.
City Manager McKamie stated that the site plan does not authorize living quarters. He
stated that the use would not be permitted unless the amended Specific Use Permit is
approved.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Martin, Eilenfeldt, and Porterfield
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13. REQUEST BY MATT BECK TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL
Matt Beck, 708 Knott Court, addressed the City Council and gave a presentation regarding
the traffic control device located at the corner of Baze Road and Essex Place, and his
interpretation of the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) for stop
signs. Additionally, he submitted a petition signed by 45 members of the neighborhood
requesting that the signs, flags, barricade flashers, and reflection buttons installed at or near
the intersection of Baze Road and Essex Place be removed.
City Manager McKamie stated that the City has engaged a traffic engineer to evaluate the
TMUTCD and its application regarding traffic control devices. After the study has been
completed the City will seek guidance from the city attorney and report the results to the City
Council and Mr. Beck.
City Attorney Wayne Olson stated the City is taking the appropriate approach in having an
engineering analysis performed. He added that it is not the role of an elected official to
determine if a stop sign is in accordance with the TMUTCD.
ITEM NO. 14. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Vryna Wheeler, 614 Essex Place, expressed her concern regarding the stop sign located at
the intersection of Baze Road and Essex Place, and stated that it is a safety issue for
children when drivers do not abide by the stop sign.
Ben Reeves, 2319 Westpark Way Circle, expressed his concern regarding a code violation
letter that he received for bluebonnets growing in his front yard.
Mayor Saleh requested that Mr. Reeves speak with Police Captain Landers.
Michele Burger, P.O. Box 367, Euless, recognized Police Corporal Kurt Davis, Police
Sergeant Brett Morgan, Police Officer William (Robert) Bryan, Senior Police Officer Robert
Powell, Senior Police Officer Carlos Peralez, Firefighter Ryan Hayes, and Firefighter II Ken
Wroblski for their assistance and quick response to an emergency call at 703 Simmons in
2012.
Council Minutes Page 10 of 10 May 14, 2013
Warren Wilson, 506 Limestone Drive, expressed his appreciation to City Secretary Kim
Sutter, Assistant to the City Secretary Holly Houston, City Manager McKamie and Deputy
City Manager Getchell for their assistance with the election process, and suggested that the
city council candidate orientation be held each year for those interested in seeking office.
Additionally he recognized Council Member Leon Hogg for his assistance during the election
and congratulated newly-elected Council Member Linda Eilenfeldt.
ITEM NO. 15. REPORTS
City Manager
City Manager McKamie announced that the grand opening for the Euless Family Life Center
(EFLC) Aquatics Park is scheduled for May 25, 2013.
City Attorney
No report given.
City Council
Tim Stinneford expressed his appreciation to his grandson, Dillon, for his support during the
election.
Mayor Pro Tem Bynum expressed his appreciation to the Fire Department for their response
to an emergency on May 9, 2013, related to his mother.
Mayor Saleh announced that the Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held May 17
through 19, 2013.
ITEM NO. 16. ADJOURN
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 8:14 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
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Mary Lib Se(leh i Sutter, TRMC
Mayor Cit9 Secretary