HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-02-27 Mid-Winter Work SessionCITY OF EULESS CITY COUNCIL MID -WINTER WORKSESSION
FEBRUARY 27, 2021
TEXAS STAR CONFERENCE CENTER
EULESS,TEXAS
Mayor Martin called the worksession to order at 8:30 a.m. at the Texas Star Conference
Center in Euless, Texas.
Those present included:
Mayor Linda Martin
Mayor Pro Tern Salman Bhojani
Council Member Tim Stinneford
Council Member Jeremy Tompkins
Council Member Eddie Price
Council Member Perry Bynum
Council Member Harry Zimmer (excused at 10:38 a.m. and returned 12 noon)
City Manager Loretta Getchell
Deputy City Manager Chris Barker
Director of Finance Janina Jewell
City Secretary Kim Sutter
Parks and Community Services Director Ray McDonald (a.m. only)
Guest:
Eric Owens
City Manager Loretta Getchell welcomed everyone and provided an update following the
winter storm the week of February 14, which left a number of residents without electricity
and/or water for a number of hours and days. She advised that city staff stood up a
"warming station" at the Euless Recreation Center and provided overnight
accommodations and meals for those negatively impacted by the storm, and staff
continues to provide water and facilities for those in need. She advised that staff is
recommending that the permitting fees for home repairs be waived for work needed as a
result of the storm.
Parks Update
Parks and Community Services Director Ray McDonald presented the update for the park
projects, including the Parks at Texas Star Phase VII, Wilshire Park, Carr Park Trail
Connection, Kiddie Carr Park, Blessing Branch Trail Connection. He also reviewed the
proposed future development plans for The Parks at Texas Star Phase VIII and South
Euless Park.
Parks Master Planning/Requests
Parks and Community Services Director Ray McDonald addressed the City Council
regarding the park amenities, including the following:
• Tennis courts at Bob Eden Park and Lakewood Elementary;
• Cricket Fields (PATS Phase VIII);
• Soccer Fields;
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Practice Baseball Fields;
Mid Cities Trail Lighting; and
Recreation Center Hours of Operation
Capital Improvements Plan
Deputy City Manager Chris Barker reviewed the Capital Improvements Plan projects,
including the construction of Fire Station No. 1, street reconstruction, status of the
construction of the water wells, and the construction of the outside cover for the senior
center (CDBG project).
City Manager Getchell presented an update on the Tarrant County Bond Program projects,
including South Pipeline Road, Heritage Avenue (from Guadalupe Trail to Cheek Sparger),
and Mid Cities Boulevard and Cheek Sparger at State Highway 121 (SH121) and Farm to
Market 157 (FM 157).
City Manager Getchell outlined the future facility needs, including:
• Renovation of the Police department facility;
• Renovation or reconstruction of Fire Station No. 2 and possible relocation;
and
• Animal Services facility.
Council Member Tompkins mentioned the expansion of Fire Station No. 3 and Mayor Pro
Tern Bhojani asked about the aquatics center.
Development Update
City Manager Getchell presented the development, including the Riverwalk development
(aka Watercolor), Cresthaven, and the Redi-Mix expansion.
FY 2020-2021 Financial Update
Finance Director Janina Jewell reviewed the financial update for fiscal year 2020.
Discussion ensued regarding the waiving of permit fees related to repairing damage
caused by the winter storm.
City Manager Getchell advised the City Council of a Tarrant County Bond proposition that
will appear on the November 2021 election ballot related to improving the traffic flow and
reducing traffic congestion throughout the County.
Mayor Martin expressed her appreciation to the City Council for their attendance.
The City Council convened into closed session at 1:10 p.m. for deliberation regarding the
purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property as authorized by Section 551.072
of the Texas Government Code related to the Cresthaven Addition.
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The worksession was reconvened and adjourned at 2:00 p.m.
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Sutter, TRMC, CMC
Secretary