HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-08-27 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
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(ier EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, August 27, 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, August 27, 2013, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall,
201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Leon
Hogg, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Linda Martin, Linda Eilenfeldt, and Perry Bynum.
Council Member Glenn Porterfield arrived at 4:20 p.m.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Mayor Mary Lib Saleh expressed her appreciation to everyone who participated in the
6Stones Back to School event held on August 24, 2013.
➢ Council Member Linda Eilenfeldt expressed her appreciation to and recognized Parks
and Community Services Director Ray McDonald and Recreation Manager Suzanne
Hendrickson for hosting the Trinity High School football team at the Euless Family Life
Center (EFLC) Aquatics Park on Saturday, August 24, 2013.
➢ City Secretary Kim Sutter introduced Administrative Secretary Lindsay Wells, and
stated that Mrs. Wells joined the City Secretary staff effective August 19, 2013.
➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins presented the
development update and reported on the economic growth in the region, including
retail and single-family development. Additionally, he presented recent foreclosure
rates for Euless in comparison to Tarrant County, Texas, and nationally.
➢ Finance Director Janina Jewell provided the financial update for the period ending
July 31, 2013, and advised that car rental tax was up by two (2) percent and that
sales tax collections were up by 2.67 percent when compared to the prior year,
bringing the year-to-date total revenue collections up by eight (8) percent.
➢ Director of Administrative Services Dale Harwell presented Item No. 6 on the regular
agenda related to the Atmos Energy Franchise Agreement, and advised that the
current 25 year franchise agreement is up for renewal, and that city staff has
negotiated with Atmos Energy for the renewal of the agreement for a 10 year period,
with two additional terms of five years. He stated that the second reading of
Ordinance No. 2005 will be presented for consideration at the October 8, 2013, City
Council meeting.
City Attorney Wayne Olson advised that the customary 25 year agreements are
leaning towards shorter terms due to changes in legislation.
Mary Jean Maloney, Manager of Public Affairs, Atmos Energy, was present to
address any questions related to the agreement.
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> Assistant City Manager Chris Barker addressed the City Council regarding Municipal
Court technology, including the addition of the interactive voice response (IVR)
system, on-line deferred disposition, the status of the document imaging system, and
future technology enhancements to possibly include kiosks.
➢ Assistant City Manager Chris Barker presented an update related to mosquito control,
and advised that the City has completed five cycles of city-wide spraying and has also
completed three spraying cycles of the City parks. He stated that the City will
continue to monitor the mosquito population to determine if additional treatments are
needed.
Assistant City Manager Chris Barker presented the water update. He stated that the
Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) storage capacity is at 69 percent, and Stage
1 watering restrictions are in effect for the City. Additionally, he advised that signs,
outlining the watering schedule will be attached to existing pole signs around the City
in an effort to remind residents of the water restrictions.
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald presented the Parks and
Community Services update, including the progress of the construction of the indoor
swimming pool and statistics related to the operation of the outdoor aquatics center
which opened in June. He stated that the total number of visits to the aquatics center
to date is 42,169 with total rentals of 86. Additionally, he presented attendance
numbers for the South Euless and Wilshire swimming pools in comparison to 2012
usage:
Swimming Pool 2012 2013
South Euless 5,245 2,152
Wilshire 3,315 1,309
Director of Parks and Community Services McDonald further advised that the EFLC
marquee sign has been installed, a wrought iron fence has been erected next to
Lane's Automotive, and that the aquatics facility hosted the Trinity High School
football team on Saturday, August 24, 2013.
City Manager Gary McKamie advised the City Council that the Texas Transportation
Commission will discuss a proposed municipal highway turnback program at their
August 29, 2013, meeting. The proposed program would transfer the responsibility of
non-freeway highway maintenance to cities with a population of more than 50,000.
The impact to Euless would be the addition of approximately 57 lane miles and staff
has estimated the annual maintenance cost at approximately $571,000. He added
that staff will monitor the discussions.
➢ City Manager McKamie reviewed the regular agenda.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 6:16 p.m. for deliberation regarding the ,i„)
following:
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Seek legal advice from the City Attorney as authorized by Section 551.071 of the
Texas Government Code related to amortization.
Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as authorized by
Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code.
Concerning economic development incentives as authorized by Section 551.087 of
the Texas Government Code related to:
• Airport Freeway
The City Council recessed closed session at 6:55 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 Administrative Services Dale Harwell
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald
Finance Director Janina Jewell
Fire Chief Wes Rhodes
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton
Library Administrator Sherry Knight
Human Resources/Risk Administrator Carolyn Marshall
Information Services Administrator Dan McLain
Senior Planner Stephen Cook
Computer Support Specialist II Jake Dilliplane
Police Captain Gary Landers
Human Resources Benefit Technician Anniece McKanna
Traffic Signals &Technical Services Signal Tech II Pat Perrault
Assistant Director of Finance Jackie Theriot
Public Works Field Tech II Johnson "Koko" Udoka
VISITORS
Arcadio Abreu Stephen Bingham Darl Easton
Madeline Abreu Lisa Bynum Iris Elliott
Nabeel Ali Mark Compton Mani Garcia
John Benson Loretta Doty Nathan Hallmark
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Atif Hassan Mary Jean Maloney Peggy Vandiver
Cameron Hollie Carl McLaughlin Annette Williams
Jason Ingram Chase Potter Wesley Williams
Linda Jackson Abidali Suleman Warren Wilson
Willie Jackson Arham Suleman Mavy Wright
Esther Johnson Jeslyn Udoka
And others as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
Director of Administrative Services Harwell gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Leon Hogg led the pledge of allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR
SEPTEMBER
Assistant City Manager Barker introduced Public Works Field Tech II Johnson "Koko"
Udoka. Koko was accompanied by his wife, Jeslyn, mother, Annette, step-father, Wesley,
brother, Cameron Hollie, grandfather, Willie, grandmother, Linda, father-in-law, Angel,
mother-in-law, Madelyn, and Signal Tech II Pat Perrault.
Mayor Saleh presented Koko with a plaque and certificate commemorating his selection as
employee of the month for September 2013.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 2 through 5)
Mayor Saleh read each item into the record.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 2
through 5.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the consent agenda items.
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ITEM NO. 2. APPROVED RENEWAL OF BID NO. 011-12
Approved renewal of Bid No. 011-12 with Ferguson Waterworks, 2650 S. Pipeline Road,
Euless, Texas, 76040, for utility repair materials required to construct and maintain water
and sanitary sewer systems and authorized the City Manager to enter into a contract with
Ferguson Waterworks and authorized Atlas Utility Supply Company, 2301 Carson Street,
Fort Worth, Texas, 76117 to be used as a secondary supplier. The estimated expenditure is
$230,000.
ITEM NO. 3. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 13-1413
Approved Resolution No. 13-1413, approving the Trinity River Authority Resolution
authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of Trinity River Authority of Texas (Tarrant
County Water Project) Revenue Bonds.
The Trinity River Authority (TRA) contract with the cities of Euless and Bedford requires
approval by the Euless and Bedford City Councils for TRA bond sales. The bond sale
proceeds will provide $4.8 million to be used for capital improvements.
ITEM NO. 4. AWARDED RFP NO. 007-13
Awarded RFP No. 007-13 for re-insurance coverage for the City's health insurance program
for October 1, 2013, to September 30, 2014, to HM Insurance Group, 20405 State Highway
249, Suite 490, Houston, Texas, 77070, for specific stop loss coverage. The estimated
expenditure is $404,845.44.
Re-insurance provides coverage to limit the City's loss exposure for health insurance claims
and specific coverage limits the loss per individual. The policy will have an effective date of
October 1, 2013, and will have a term of one (1) year. The proposal includes a deductible of
$100,000 per person with a $110,000 aggregating specific deductible.
ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the regular meeting of August 13, 2013.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 6. HELD PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED FIRST READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2005
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:10 p.m.
Director of Administrative Services Harwell presented the item to the City Council, and
advised that Atmos and its predecessors have provided gas utility service within the City
since 1953. The City's current Franchise Agreement with Atmos is scheduled to expire on
November 7, 2013. The City has negotiated with Atmos for the renewal of the Franchise
Agreement for an additional ten (10) year period, beginning November 8, 2013, and ending
September 30, 2023. With the approval of both the City and Atmos, the franchise may be
extended for two (2) additional terms of five (5) years that would extend the agreement until
September 30, 2033.
Council Minutes Page 6 of 14 August 27, 2013
Mary Jean Maloney, Manager of Public Affairs, Atmos Energy, was present to address any
questions related to the agreement.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item. There
being none, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tern Hogg motioned to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 2005, granting
a franchise to Atmos Energy Corporation to construct, maintain and operate pipelines and
equipment for the transportation, delivery, sale and distribution of gas in, out and through the
City.
Council Member Eilenfeldt seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 7. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 13-05-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council, and advised that the applicant, Michael J. Wright, Architect, on behalf of Dr. Rushi
Master, DDS, is seeking to construct a 4,690 square foot medical/professional office building
with two suites to be located at 220 West Harwood Road (HEB Family Dentistry).
Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Site Plan
on August 6, 2013, by a vote of 7-0.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Site Plan No. 13-05-SP for commercial
development proposed to be located on Oak Forest Addition, Lot 8R, Block 2, 220 West
Harwood Road.
Mayor Pro Tern Hogg seconded the motion.
Nathan Hallmark, Project Manager, M.J. Wright & Associates, Inc., stated that Dr. Rushi
Master, DDS, is currently leasing an office that is located within the City on Main Street and
is seeking to build a quality designed facility.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
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ITEM N0. 8. HELD PUBLIC PROVED FOR
RST SPECIFIC AND USE
FINAL PERMIT READ IN 13-08-3 OF
SUP AND
ORDINANCE NO. 2000
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:16 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council, and advised that the applicant, Calvary Pentecostal Church, represented by Pastor
Carl McLaughlin and architect Gaylen H. Laing, AIA, is seeking a Specific Use Permit for a
Place of Worship in Community Business District (C-2) and Planned Development (PD)
zoning to be located at 204 North Ector Drive. The existing building was originally
constructed to house the Mike Evans Ministries and was later reconfigured into an office
building with the previous sanctuary reconstructed into office suites. The existing structure
will remain and a new 7,000 square foot worship center will be constructed on the south side
of the building. Access to the building is located at two points along North Ector Drive, and
additional landscaping will be installed along North Ector Drive and along the drive approach
to the front entrance of the building. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission held
a public hearing on August 6, 2013, and recommended approval of the Specific Use Permit
by a 7-0 vote with the following conditions:
1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Church Ownership: Calvary Pentecostal
Church;
2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the Church Name: Calvary Pentecostal Church;
and,
,,,,. 3) 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 Saleh asked to hear from any proponents of this case.
Stephen Bingham, representing GHL Architects, 1300 West Randol Mill Road, Arlington,
stated the church has been part of the Euless community for 43 years. He stated that they
feel this facility will fulfill the needs of the church's congregation and that the improvements
to the building will enhance the overall appearance of the neighborhood.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any opponents of the case. There being none, Mayor
Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:21 p.m.
Council Member Martin motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2000 for a request for a Specific
Use Permit in the Mike Evans Addition, Lot 1, Block A for a Place of Worship in the
Community Business District (C-2) and Planned Development District (PD) zoning at 204
North Ector Drive, with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Council Member Eilenfeldt seconded the motion.
Council Member Bynum asked Mr. Bingham if they anticipated expanding the current
structure.
Mr. Bingham stated that the existing structure is L shaped and that they plan to complete it
into a full square facility with the addition of the worship center.
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Mayor Saleh asked when the facility would be completed.
Pastor Carl McLaughlin thanked the City Council for their consideration and stated that their
current facility, located at 709 Midway Drive, has to be sold before work can progress.
Additionally, he introduced his father-in-law, John Benson, who is the founder of the church.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED A REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY USE
PERMIT NO. 13-04-CC
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve a request for extension of Temporary Use
Permit No. 13-04-CC for a portable concrete batch plant proposed to be located at the
southwest corner of Midway Drive and Bear Creek Parkway for approximately 60 days.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 10. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR EULESS DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION (EDC) BUDGET FOR FY 2013-2014
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m.
Director of Finance Jewell presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Euless
Development Corporation (EDC) Budget:
Beginning Fund Balance (Estimated) $1,971,673
Operating Revenues $4,100,532
Operating Expenditures
Parks $1,560,137
Library $1,040,124
Economic Development $ 487,456
Debt/Bank Charges $ 911,115
Contingency $ 50,000
Operating Expenditures $4,048,832
Capital Expenditures $ 889,809
Ending Fund Balance (Projected) $1.133.564
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She stated that the Euless Development Corporation Board of Directors met on August 12,
2013, and recommended approval of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2013-2014. If
approved as presented, the ending fund balance of $1,133,564 will exceed the Board's
recommended minimum reserve level of $500,000. Additionally, she explained that the
proposed capital expenditures include a carryover of $347,510 to complete projects
approved in prior years that have not yet been completed.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents followed opponents wishing to speak
regarding the proposed budget.
Dad Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, inquired as to the number of personnel the budget
funds in the Parks, Library, and Economic Development departments.
Deputy City Manager Getchell responded that pages 7-1 and 7-2 of the budget provide a
breakdown of the number of all city personnel and the funding sources. She stated that the
number of full-time personnel funded by the EDC Budget is 10.25 for Parks, 10 for Library,
one (1) for Economic Development, and 17 part-time positions distributed between the Parks
and Library departments.
Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:34 p.m.
ITEM NO. 11. APPROVED EULESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)
BUDGET FOR FY 2013-2014
Council Member Eilenfeldt motioned to approve the Euless Development Corporation (EDC)
Budget for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 12. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR CITY OF EULESS FY 2013-2014
OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
Finance Director Jewell reviewed the overall budget objectives and presented the proposed
City of Euless Fiscal Year 2013-2014 Operating and Capital Budget. She advised that the
total proposed revenues for all operating funds are projected at $97.7 million, and include
funding from a variety of revenue sources. Expenditures total $103.2 million, which includes
annual debt service payments, personnel cost, utilities, supplies, maintenance, incentives,
capital, and other administrative costs. The proposed budget includes recommended capital
expenses of$8.1 million that are being funded from cash reserves.
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She presented the Capital Improvements Program Budget which includes street projects and
infrastructure improvements, proposed wastewater and water projects and funding for the
design of the Glade Parks Trail connection and the golf course upgrades. Additionally, she
stated that the budget is available on the City website, in the Library, and is filed in the City
Secretary's Office for review.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents wishing to speak
regarding the proposed budget.
Darl Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, referenced the Consolidated Statement of
Budgeted Revenues and Expenditures and asked what was revised from the fiscal year
2012-2013 budget. Additionally, he asked what the term "selective sales tax" meant, and
how the $5 million shortage would be funded.
Deputy City Manager Getchell stated that the revision reflects a bond refunding that was
approved by the City Council the previous year, and the term "selective sales tax" is used to
identify the car rental tax and hotel/motel tax combined. She added that the budget is
balanced other than capital expenditures and excess fund balance is utilized to cover capital
expenditure items rather than issuing debt.
Darl Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, stated that he felt there was a discrepancy
between the summary and the actual budgets for fiscal year 2007-2008 and fiscal year
2009-2010.
Deputy City Manager Getchell responded that staff will review the information presented and
follow-up with Mr. Easton.
Darl Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, inquired about project DR0000 listed in the Capital
Improvements Program budget and the proposed funding.
City Manager McKamie stated that the capital improvement item is for a future drainage
project (Boyd Branch Improvements) and that there is no funding allocated in the fiscal year
2013-2014 budget.
There being no additional proponents or opponents wishing to address the City Council,
Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 8:00 p.m.
ITEM NO. 13. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2002
ADOPTING THE CITY OF EULESS OFFICIAL OPERATING AND
CAPITAL BUDGETS FOR FY 2013-2014
Council Member Martin motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2002, adopting the City of
Euless Official Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2013-2014.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Council Member Stinneford stated that the role of the City Council is to ensure that the
citizens have the amenities that they need at a price they can afford as well as to ensure that
qualified staff are in place to provide the necessary services to the community within a
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balanced budget. He commended the City staff as well as the City Council and stated that
toy he has ultimate confidence in the integrity of the staff and members of the City Council.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14. RATIFIED THE PROPERTY TAX REVENUE INCREASE REFLECTED
IN THE FY 2013-2014 BUDGET
Finance Director Jewell presented the item to the City Council and stated that the proposed
tax rate for fiscal year 2013-2014 will remain unchanged from the prior year at $0.47 per
$100 of assessed value. However, the item is presented as a tax increase because more
revenue from property taxes will be generated when compared to the prior year as a result of
increased property valuations. Additionally, she stated that the City has held the tax rate at
$0.47 per $100 of assessed value since fiscal year 2008, and has either lowered or held the
tax rate steady since 1995.
Council Member Bynum motioned to ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected in the
Fiscal Year 2013-2014 budget.
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Council Member Eilenfeldt seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 15. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED TAX RATE
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 8:05 p.m.
Finance Director Jewell presented the proposed ad valorem tax rate of $0.47 per $100,
assessed value for tax year 2013. She added that the tax rate has remained unchanged
since fiscal year 2008, and that there will be another public hearing regarding the proposed
tax rate on Tuesday, September 3, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 201 N.
Ector Drive, Euless, Texas.
There being no proponents or opponents wishing to speak, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 8:13 p.m.
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ITEM NO. 16. ANNOUNCED THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE OF VOTE ON TAX
RATE
Mayor Saleh announced that the vote on the tax rate will take place on Tuesday, September
10, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 201 N. Ector Drive, Euless, Texas.
ITEM NO. 17. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2003
Finance Director Jewell presented the item to the City Council, and advised that the
proposed ordinance would amend the fees charged for water service and consumption,
reclaimed water use and wastewater service. She advised that the proposed rate changes
include a 19¢ increase per 1,000 gallons charged for all tiers of residential, commercial,
industrial, multi-family, fire hydrant, gas well, and irrigation water meter services. Reclaimed
water service rates would increase by 5¢ per 1,000 gallons for non-boosted and "Other"
water service customers. Boosted, construction, and gas well meters for reclaimed water
would increase 10¢ per 1,000 gallons. She advised that proposed wastewater rates include
a 36¢ increase to the volume charge for all customers, including the monitored group class,
per 1,000 gallons. As a reminder, residential wastewater charges are capped at 90% of
water consumption up to 12,000 gallons. She stated that the changes to the fees will
become effective October 1, 2013.
Additionally, she advised that the ordinance includes a provision establishing a requirement
regarding reclaimed water usage for all landscape irrigation purposes if, reclaimed water is
made available by the City to a property within the City. An exception to the requirement is
allowed for residential irrigation of single family homes.
Mayor Pro Tem Hogg motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2003, amending the City of
Euless Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, "Fees", Section 30-35 "Water and Wastewater
Service-Monthly Rates" and Section 30-37 "Monitored Group Class" and Chapter 86,
"Utilities", Article II, "Water and Sanitary Sewer Systems", Division I, "Generally", Section 86-
26, "Rules, Regulations, Policies and Procedures".
Council Member Eilenfeldt seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
City Manager McKamie announced that an online water bill pay system is now available.
ITEM NO. 18. HELD PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2004
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 8:25 p.m.
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Finance Director Jewell introduced the item and stated that based on the amortization
schedule of the debt service for improvements related to the Glade Parks Public
Improvement District (PID), an assessment in the amount of $0.583486 per $100 of
assessed value is necessary for Fiscal Year 2013-2014. Additionally, a service and
assessment plan was provided that reflects the anticipated assessments for a five year
period.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item. There
being none, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 8:26 p.m.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2004, approving the levy of
a special assessment for the Glade Parks Public Improvement District (PID) at $0.583486
per$100 value of real property and approving the service and assessment Plan.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin,
Eilenfeldt, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 19. REQUEST BY DARRYL COLLINS TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL
Mr. Darryl Collins was not present to address his concerns regarding appearance and code
issues on properties in the City.
ITEM NO. 20. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Darl Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, stated that he believes that the City Council's role
is to provide oversight to city management.
Warren Wilson, 506 Limestone, Euless, expressed his appreciation to the City Council and
City staff for their efforts in either lowering or holding the tax rate steady since 1995.
ITEM NO. 21. REPORTS
City Manager
City Manager McKamie announced that the second reading of Ordinance No. 2005 related
to renewal of the Atmos gas franchise agreement (Item No. 6) will be presented to the City
Council at the October 8, 2013, meeting. He stated that the practice green at Texas Star
Golf Course has been rebuilt and recognized Superintendent Scott Boven for his oversight of
the project. Additionally, he stated that staff would review the concern raised by Darl Easton
regarding the fiscal year 2007-2008 budget and an update would be provided to the City
Council and Mr. Easton at the special called City Council meeting to be held on September
3, 2013.
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City Attorney
No report given.
City Council
Council Member Bynum expressed his confidence in city staff and their assistance in
maintaining the City property tax rate.
Mayor Saleh expressed her appreciation to the citizens and city staff that participated in the
6Stones Back to School event held on August 24, 2013. She reported that the project
collected and distributed 4,400 backpacks to area students, and an additional 1,600
backpacks are available for distribution to juniors and seniors.
ITEM NO. 22. ADJOURN
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 8:34 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
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Mary Li Saleh im Sutter, MC
Mayor City1Secretary