HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-09-23 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin at
4:08 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall,
201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Linda Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Linda
Eilenfeldt, Council Members Jeremy Tompkins, Eddie Price, and Perry Bynum. Council
Member Tim Stinneford arrived at 4:26 p.m.
During the Precouncil meeting:
Mayor Pro Tern Linda Eilenfeldt stated that she, Mayor Linda Martin, and Council
Member Jeremy Tompkins attended the Hurst Euless Bedford Independent School
District (HEB ISD) Education Dialogue on Monday, September 15, 2014. Additionally,
she attended the ribbon cutting for the Grapevine Colleyville Independent School
District (GCISD) Collegiate Academy at the Northeast campus of Tarrant County
College on Thursday, September 18, 2014.
Mayor Linda Martin announced that City Manager Gary McKamie was presented the
Clyde Mooney Award at the Hurst Euless Bedford (HEB) Chamber Annual Awards
Gala held Saturday, September 13, 2014.
City Secretary Kim Sutter advised the City Council that information regarding
upcoming Board and Commission interviews and appointments will be made available
in an electronic format and provided a listing of the applicants.
City Manager Gary McKamie provided updates regarding the City's bond rating
meeting and State Highway 183 construction and announced the following:
• North Tarrant Express (NTE) VIP Appreciation luncheon, Monday, September 29.
2014, at Noah's Event Venue;
• Fire Inspector III Vernon Gilmore's ,atirement party, Tuesday, September, 30,
2014, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins presented the
residential and commercial development update including the progress of the Glade
Parks development and the proposed Kroger Site Plan located at Harwood Road and
Main Street.
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton provided an update related to
the Texas Star Golf Course, including the completion of course renovations and
preview days for members and the media.
Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell provided the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) Transition Plan update and advised that a public hearing is required prior to
adoption of the plan.
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Finance Director Janina Jewell presented the financial report for the fiscal year to date
ending August 31, 2014.
City Manager McKamie reviewed the regular agenda.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 6:23 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:
• Council Vacancy
Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as authorized by
Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code related to:
• Vine
Concerning personnel matters as authorized by Section 551.074 of the Texas
Government Code related to:
• Planning and Zoning Commission
• Zoning Board of Adjustment
Concerning economic development as authorized by Section 551.087 of the Texas
Government Code related to:
• Discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the
City has received from business prospects that the City seeks to have
locate, stay, or expand in the City and with which the City is conducting
economic development negotiations; deliberate the offer of a financial or
other incentive to a business prospect.
The City Council recessed closed session at 6:53 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 Ashley Dierker
City Secretary Kim Sutter
Administrative Secretary Lindsay Wells
Police Chief Mike Brown
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins
Director of Public Works Hal Cranor
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Finance Director Janina Jewell
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald
Fire Chief Wes Rhodes
Marketing/Communications Manager Betsy Deck
Assistant Police Chief Bob Freeman
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton
Information Services Administrator Scott Joyce
Library Administrator Sherry Knight
Human Resources/Risk Administrator Carolyn Marshall
Fleet and Facility Administrator Kyle McAdams
Assistant Director of Finance Jackie Theriot
Computer Support Specialist II Jake Dilliplane
Texas Star Conference Centre Manager Magen Brown
Senior Computer Developer Tommy Christopherson
Police Captain Gary Landers
Human Resources Generalist I Anniece McKanna
Police Officer Donnie Eggleston
VISITORS
Sherri Browning James Griffith Peter Touichini
Randy Childers Patti Griffith Peggy Vandiver
Shirley Daily Karlisha Haynes George Vittas
Ronald Dunckel Harry Karegeannes Warren Wilson
Don Dykstra Kate Lyon Harry Zimmer
Iris Elliott Barbara St. Pierre
Darl Easton Jake Thomasson
And others as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
Police Chief Mike Brown gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Jeremy Tompkins led the pledge of allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR OCTOBER
Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Police Officer Donnie Eggleston. Donnie was
accompanied by his wife, Ashley, sons, Ryan and Noah, sister, Brittany, and her fiancé,
Chris, and members of the Police Department.
Mayor Martin presented Donnie with a plaque and certificate commemorating his selection
as employee of the month for October 2014.
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ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION
Council Member Perry Bynum presented a proclamation to Fire Chief Wes Rhodes
proclaiming October 5 through October 11, 2014, as Fire Prevention Week.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 3 through 6)
Mayor Martin read each item into the record.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 3
through 6.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 3. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF CARPET
Authorized the purchase of carpet for the Texas Star Golf Course Clubhouse and
Conference Centre from Vector Concepts, 9010 North Royal Lane Suite 110, Irving, Texas,
through the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program.
Deputy City Manager Getchell stated that the estimated cost of $60,878 falls below budget
estimates.
ITEM NO. 4. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF LIBRARY MATERIALS
Authorized the purchase of Library print and multimedia materials through the State of Texas
CO-OP Program contract.
Deputy City Manager Getchell informed the City Council that materials may be purchased
through any approved vendor listed within the contract.
ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 14-1442
Approved Resolution No. 14-1442 for a Local Project Advance Funding Agreement (LPAFA)
for a Green Ribbon Project through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
Deputy City Manager Getchell explained that grant funding in the amount of $112,000 will
fund a proposed landscape beautification project at State Highway 183 and Bear Creek
Parkway.
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ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the regular meeting of September 9, 2014.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 7. AUTHORIZED MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF COLLEYVILLE
Council Member Price motioned to authorize the Mayor to execute an Interlocal Agreement
with the City of Colleyville regarding access to and the use of Heritage Avenue.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 8. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2043
Police Chief Mike Brown provided details of how the ordinance amends the Code of
Ordinances including expanding the distance a non-consent towed vehicle may be taken
from Euless city limits from three miles to 15 miles and updating associated fees to be
consistent with state law.
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2043, amending the City of Euless Code of Ordinances, Chapter 90, "Vehicles for Hire,"
Article IV, "Tow Trucks and Nonconsent Tows," Section 90-94, "State Regulation and
Towing Charges for Nonconsent Tows" and Section 90-96, "Maximum Distance of
Nonconsent Tows."
Mayor Pro Tern Eilenfeldt seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED REQUEST FOR A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT NO. 14-
08-CC
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins informed the City Council that St.
John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is requesting a temporary use permit for the annual
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Greek Food Festival. This year's event will be held Thursday, October 9, 2014 through
Sunday, October 12, 2014.
Representatives Harry Karegeannes and George Vittas were present to address any
questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt motioned to approve Temporary Use Permit No. 14-08-CC for a
Greek Food Festival to be located on the Alexander and Cullum Subdivision, Lot 6R and Lot
7R, 303 Cullum Drive, for four consecutive days beginning October 9, 2014, and concluding
on October 12, 2014.
Council Member Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 10. HELD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
14-02-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2040
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:16 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and stated that the applicant is seeking to construct 19 single-family homes rather
than duplexes for which the property is currently zoned. He provided construction details
including a masonry screening wall, stained wood with metal post fencing, and architectural
design standards. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing
on September 2, 2014, and recommended approval of the Planned Development zoning
district with a vote of 6-0-0.
Don Dykstra, representing Bloomfield Homes, 100 Ridgewood Drive, Euless, Texas, stated
that he is always excited to come before the City Council when land becomes available for
development and explained the tracts of land will be small and geared toward younger
homebuyers. Mr. Dykstra also provided further details of design features including stone
columns, flat panel cabinets, irrigation, and landscaping.
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.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2040, changing the zoning of 3.282 acres of land located out of the J.E. Whitener Estate,
Block 2, Lots 31 and 32, 200 block of East Whitener Road from Community Unit
Development Ordinance No. 753 (CUD), based on the two-family dwelling (R-2) zoning
district into Planned Development (PD) zoning district to allow single family residential.
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Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Council Member Stinneford stated that it speaks well of the City's quality of life that every
spare piece of land is utilized for new home construction.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11. HELD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
14-03-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2042
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:21 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and stated that the applicant is seeking to construct eight single-family homes as a
Planned Development. He advised that the developer has agreed as a condition of the
ordinance to preserve or plant a minimum of 20 three inch caliper trees in the north open
space. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on
September 2, 2014, and recommended approval of the Planned Development zoning district
with a vote of 6-0-0.
Don Dykstra, representing Bloomfield Homes, 100 Ridgewood Drive, Euless, Texas,
highlighted the proposed architectural features that will be part of the development.
Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt inquired about square footage and average home price.
Mr. Dykstra explained that the homes will range in size from a minimum of 2,200 square feet
to just greater than 4,000 square feet with an average price point between $300,000 and
$500,000.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents of the case.
Patty Griffith, 1804 N. Main, Euless, Texas, stated that she wholeheartedly supports this
plan. She explained that she and her late husband bought their property in 2001 and had
met with developers over the years regarding development of the adjacent properties. She
stated that she is honored and thrilled that the development of Griffith Parc will be named
after her family.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any opponents of the case. There being none, Mayor
Martin closed the public hearing at 7:32 p.m..
Mayor Pro Tern Eilenfeldt motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2042, changing the zoning of 2.393 acres of land located out of the Ben F. Crowley Survey,
Abstract No. 320, Tract 5A01, 1804 North Main Street from single family detached dwelling
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district (R-1) into Planned Development (PD) zoning district to allow single family
residential.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
Council Member Tompkins stated that he appreciated the process to bring this before the
City Council and thanked Mr. Dykstra for taking the time to meet with homeowners to
address their concerns.
Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt stated that she was impressed with Bloomfield Homes' product
and acknowledged that they are a very clean builder during the construction process.
ITEM NO. 12. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 14-11-
SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2041
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:33 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City
Council and stated that the applicant is seeking to occupy leased office space with interior
vehicle storage for internet auto sales. Additionally, the Planning and Zoning Commission
held a public hearing on September 16, 2014, and recommended approval of the Specific
Use Permit by a 4-0-0 vote with the following conditions:
1) Tied to the business owner, Mr. Randy Childers;
2) Tied to the business name: A.B.0 Auto Credit Inc.;
3) No outdoor advertising display other than a permitted sign indicating the name of the
business;
4) No outdoor storage or display of vehicles;
5) No on-site mechanical or auto body work to be performed on vehicles;
6) No more than five gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including fuel in the vehicle gas
tank) and no more than thirty (30) gallons stored within the facility;
7) The term of this Specific Use Permit shall be granted for a period of one year in order
to gauge the further appropriateness of the use at the specific location; and,
8) 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.
Randy Childers, applicant and owner, 1105 Pamela, Euless, Texas, explained his business
model and clarified that all vehicles will be stored indoors. He thanked City staff and stated
that he has had a good experience working with the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Council Member Bynum inquired about cars shipped overseas.
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Mr. Childers explained that Texas does a large amount of overseas auto sales.
Council Member Tompkins asked if this was new business space or an expansion.
Mr. Childers stated that he currently has an office in Euless and is looking for a larger space.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents wishing to speak
regarding the case. Seeing none, the public hearing was closed at 7:39 p.m.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2041 for a request for a Specific Use Permit on the Euless Industrial Park Addition, Block 1,
Lots 7, 8, 9A, 9B, 10, B1, and B4, 1105 Pamela Drive for Online Auto Sales in the Light
Industrial District (I-1) with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 14-1441
City Secretary Sutter stated that this resolution orders a special election to be held Tuesday,
December 9, 2014, with Tarrant County Elections providing election services and equipment.
Candidate filing begins Wednesday, September 24, 2014, at 8:00 a.m. and will conclude
Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at 5:00 p.m. Early voting will begin Monday, November 24,
2014, at 8:00 a.m. and conclude Friday, December 5, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., however; there will
be no early voting during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend Thursday, November 27, 2014
through Sunday, November 30, 2014.
Mayor Martin explained that this election is to fill the unexpired term of Council Member
Glenn Porterfield following his recent passing.
Council Member Stinneford stated that a special election was necessary at this point in time
as the law does not allow the City to wait until the May uniform election date.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Resolution No. 14-1441, declaring a vacancy
in the office of City Council Member, Place 5 and calling a special election to fill such
vacancy for the unexpired term and authorized a contract with Tarrant County to furnish
election services and equipment.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Eilenfeldt, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
ITEM NO. 15. REPORTS
City Manager
No report given.
City Attorney
No report given.
City Council
Mayor Martin announced several upcoming events:
• Texas Star Golf Course reopens, Wednesday, October 1, 2014;
• Police and Fire Open Houses, 10:00-2:00 p.m. October 4, 2014, Police & Courts and
Fire Station 3, respectively;
• Stars over Euless, 8:30-10:00 p.m. Saturday, October 4, 2014, Bob Eden Park; and
• National Night Out, Tuesday, October 7, 2014.
ITEM NO. 16. ADJOURN
Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
Linda I artin, Mayor i Sutter, RMC, City Secretary