HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-08-22MINUTES OF THE PRECOUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Monday, August 22, 2022
The precouncil meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda
Martin at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, August 22, 2022, in the Precouncil Conference Room at
City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Linda Martin, Mayor Pro
Tern Eddie Price, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Jeremy Tompkins, Perry Bynum,
Harry Zimmer, and Tika Paudel.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Mayor Martin expressed her appreciation to those who attended the Hurst -Euless -
Bedford Independent School District's collaboration meeting and recognized Council
Member Bynum for his participation.
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell advised of several upcoming events:
• Happy early birthday to Council Member Paudel;
• Low maintenance landscaping and irrigation class hosted by the Parks
Department, September 15, 2022, 6:30 p.m., City Hall; and
• Texas Star Golf Course will be closed August 23, 2022, due to flooding
caused by the recent rains.
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the regular agenda
Finance Director Janina Jewell introduced Jason Hughes, Manager Director, Hilltop
Securities, and Chris Dvorak, Associate, Norton Rose Fulbright. Mr. Hughes
reviewed the results of the bids received related to the issuance of the "City of Euless,
Texas Tax Notes, Series 2022" (Item #10). Amegy Bank submitted the lowest rate at
2.890 percent, for a seven-year term, and callable anytime. The tax note sale is
scheduled to close September 20, 2022.
➢ City Secretary Kim Sutter presented a Board and Commission Appointments update
and advised that the reappointments are included on tonight's agenda.
➢ Library Director Sherry Knight presented a Library update and reviewed the programs
and events that are offered at the library. Additionally, she presented upcoming
events including October's special events, passive activities, monthly outreach
events, and the Euless Library Foundation Annual Meeting and fundraiser event,
Murder in the Stacks.
She reminded the City Council that the library will be closed August 29, 2022, for staff
training, and will offer limited library services October 1 and 2, 2022, in preparation of
the integration of the new library software system that will go live October 3, 2022.
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➢ Director of Finance Jewell presented a Financial update and advised that sales tax
collections for June was up 13.2 percent compared to last year and up 24 percent
year to date.
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The City Council convened into closed session at 6:21 p.m. for deliberation regarding the
following:
Seek legal advice and consult with the City Attorney as authorized by Section 551.071 of
the Texas Government Code regarding:
• Bear Creek Bend development regulations.
Concerning personnel matters as authorized by Section 551.074 related to:
® Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board Adjustment, and Civil Service
Commission
Mayor Martin recessed the closed session at 6:44 p.m.
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS ® COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Martin at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Loretta Getchell
Deputy City Manager Chris Barker
Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes
City Attorney Cara Leahy White
City Secretary Kim Sutter
Fire Chief Chanc Bennett
Police Chief Mike Brown
Director of Public Works and Engineering Hal Cranor
Finance Director Janina Jewell
Information Services Director Scott Joyce
Library Director Sherry Knight
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald
Director of Human Resources Heather Moorhead
Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix
Municipal Courts Manager Claudia Quintero
Communications and. Marketing Manager Matt Sanders
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell -Shelton
Computer Support Specialist 11 Brett Bennett
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VISITORS
Raad Alatabi
Vehi Eteaki
Chris Biggers
Dwight Gann
Wendy Dek
Tony Scardino
Darl Easton
Fatongia Siale
Cindy Eteaki
Faye Stinneford
INVOCATION
Council Member Perry Bynum gave the Invocation.
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
August 22, 2022
Telesia Vakauta
Tominiko Vakauta
Andrew Whaley
Nicholas Wilson
Council Member Harry Zimmer led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United
States and Texas.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Fire Chief Chanc Bennett recognized Firefighter II/Paramedic Michael Troth. Michael
was accompanied by members of the Fire Department. Mayor Martin presented Michael
with a plaque commemorating his selection as Employee of the Month for September
2022.
ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Emergency Management/Special Projects Assistant
Ofa "Mary" Faiva-Siale. Ofa was accompanied by her husband Fatongia Siale, David
and Cindy Eteaki, the Pomee Family (Ivan, Anna, Katea, Kien, and Feti), the Tavo Family
(Leo, Delilah, Pakileata, Buba, Saimone, Hilingatoto, and Siosi), and members of the
Police Department. Mayor Martin presented Ofa with a service pin commemorating her
20 years of service with the City.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 3. APPROVED REQUEST FOR A TEMPORARY USE PERMIT NO.
22-02-CC
Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix presented the case to
the City Council and advised that the applicant is requesting a Temporary Use Permit to
operate a farmer's market on the southern portion of the Sapphire Banquet and
Conference Center's parking lot at 1300 North Main Street. He presented the site layout
and advised that indoor restroom facilities will be available. The market is proposed to
be open Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. beginning September 25, 2022, and
ending November 20, 2022.
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The applicant was not present to address any questions.
In response to questions raised by Council Members Tompkins and Stinneford, Mr.
Warrix advised that indoor restroom facilities will be available, and that no temporary
restroom facilities will be used. He also advised that the applicant is advertising through
social media. Mr. Warrix stated that the Temporary Use Permit is valid for 90 days and
the City may revoke the permit if the applicant deviates from the approved uses.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Temporary Use Permit No. 22-02-CC
for a farmer's market to be located on the southern portion of the Sapphire Banquet and
Conference Center's parking lot, 1300 North Main Street.
Council Member Paudel seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 22-05-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City
Council and advised that the applicant intends to construct an 860 square foot drive-thru
restaurant with no dine -in option near the intersection of East Euless Boulevard and North
Main Street. Mr. Warrix reviewed the site access, parking, pedestrian paths, landscaping,
elevations, and exterior construction materials. The Planning and Zoning Commission
considered the site plan at their July 19, 2022 meeting and voted 5-0-0 to recommend
approval.
Representatives for the applicant were present to address any questions.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Site Plan No. 22-05-SP for a drive-thru
restaurant to be located on 1.264 acres of land located in the Jones-Ladenberger
Addition, Block A, a portion of Lot 2R, north of East Euless Boulevard, south of State
Highway 183, and approximately 460 feet east of North Main Street.
Mayor Pro Tem Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
Council Minutes Page 5 of 17 August 22, 2022
ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 22-06-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City
Council and advised that the applicant intends to construct a 3,138 square foot drive-thru
restaurant with a dine -in option near the intersection of East Euless Boulevard and North
Main Street. Mr. Warrix reviewed the site access, parking, pedestrian paths, landscaping,
elevations, and exterior construction materials. The Planning and Zoning Commission
considered the site plan at their July 19, 2022 meeting and voted 5-0-0 to recommend
approval.
Mayor Pro Tern Price motioned to approve Site Plan No. 22-06-SP for a drive-thru
restaurant on 1.077 acres of land located in the Jones-Ladenberger Addition, Block A, a
portion of Lot 2R, north of East Euless Boulevard, south of State Highway 183, and
approximately 280 feet east of North Main Street.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 22-07-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City
Council and advised that the applicant intends to construct a 950 square foot drive-thru
coffee shop with no dine -in option near the intersection of East Euless Boulevard and
North Main Street. Mr. Warrix reviewed the site access, parking, pedestrian paths,
landscaping, elevations, and exterior construction materials. The Planning and Zoning
Commission considered the site plan at their July 19, 2022 meeting and voted 5-0-0 to
recommend approval.
A representative for the applicant was present to address any questions.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Site Plan No. 22-07-SP for a 950 square
foot drive-thru coffee shop to be located on 0.885 acres of land in the Jones-Ladenberger
Addition, Block A, a portion of Lot 2R, north of East Euless Boulevard, south of State
Highway 183, and approximately 700 feet east of North Main Street.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
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Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 7. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC
05-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND
ORDINANCE NO. 2312
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:26 p.m.
USE PERMIT NO. 22-
FINAL READING OF
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City
Council and advised that the applicant is seeking a Specific Use Permit for a canine
advance training and boarding facility to be located at 2800 South Pipeline Road West,
Suite A. Services would include obedience and behavior classes, boarding, training,
grooming, dog sports, dog daycare, and retail for the sale of training equipment and
related products. Hours of operations would be from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday
through Saturday, and 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. The Planning and Zoning
Commission held a public hearing on July 5, 2022, and voted 5-0-0 to recommend
approval of the Specific Use Permit with the following conditions:
1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Wendy Dek;
2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Canine Advanced Training
Services; 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.
Wendy Dek, 3328 Lake Hill Lane, Hurst, Texas, was present to address any questions
regarding the request.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:28 p.m.
Council Member Paudel motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2312, authorizing the
issuance of a Specific Use Permit for a canine training and boarding facility with outside
runs in Light Industrial (1-1) zoning located at JW Lewellyn Addition, Block 1, Lot 2R1,
2800 South Pipeline Road West, Suite A.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
Council Minutes Page 7 of 17 August 22, 2022
ITEM NO. 8. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 22-
07-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2313
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:29 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City
Council and advised that the applicant is seeking a Specific Use Permit for a mechanic
shop for general automotive repair in an existing building on the southeast corner of West
Euless Boulevard and Heather Drive. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public
hearing on July 19, 2022, and voted 5-0-0 to recommend approval of the Specific Use
Permit with the following conditions:
1) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Euless Auto Shop;
2) The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Raad Alatabi;
3) The specific automotive services permitted by the Specific Use Permit are those
identified on the amended application 22-07-SUP (Attachment "A"), dated June 23,
2022, and signed by the business owner and property owner;
4) All repair of vehicles will be conducted inside existing bays. No work is to be
conducted exterior to the building;
5) All car parts stored on -site, whether new or used, shall be stored in a manner that
is screened from public view from the right-of-way or shall be stored interior to the
building. All tires shall be stored so as to not collect rainwater;
6) Outdoor storage of vehicles or merchandise is not permitted within the view of the
public right-of-way; and
7) 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.
Raad Alatabi, 7202 Fossil Creek Drive, Arlington, Texas, was present to address any
questions regarding the request.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:32 p.m.
Council Member Tompkins expressed his appreciation to Raad Alatabi for enhancing the
landscape and painting the building.
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2313, authorizing the
issuance of a Specific Use Permit for Euless Auto Shop to perform general automotive
repair in the Texas Highway 10 Multi -Use (TX-10) zoning district located at Cresthaven
Addition, Block 1, Lot Al, 1511 West Euless Boulevard.
Mayor Pro Tem Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
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Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2319
Police Chief Mike Brown presented the item to the City Council and advised that the
ordinance will provide additional options to address street racing incidences and impose
penalties for those participating in street racing including spectators and those that aid in
the street racing exhibitions.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2319, amending Chapter
50, "Offenses", Article II, "Criminal Code" by adding a new Division 4, "Street Racing" to
prohibit taking part in, spectating, and/or aiding in street racing exhibitions.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 10. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2318
Finance Director Janina Jewell stated that the City's proposed Capital Improvement Plan
includes the construction of a new Fire Station No. 2, including the purchase of necessary
equipment. Based on the bids received, staff recommends the issuance of tax notes not
to exceed $7,750,000 at a rate of 2.89 percent for a seven-year note to fund the
construction and equipment for the new station.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 2318, authorizing the issuance of "CITY OF EULESS, TEXAS, TAX NOTES, SERIES
2022" in the approximate par amount of $7,7500,000 for the construction, improving, and
equipping of one or more fire stations and for professional services related thereto and
the financing thereof.
Council Member Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 11. APPROVED EULESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC)
BUDGET FOR FY2022-2023
Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed Euless Development
Corporation (EDC) Budget for FY2022-2023. She advised that the Euless Development
Corporation Board held a public hearing and approved the budget on August 8, 2022,
and City Council held a public hearing on the proposed EDC budget on August 9, 2022.
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the Euless Development Corporation
(EDC) budget for FY2022-2023.
Council Member Zimmer seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 12. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2314 ADOPTING THE CITY OF EULESS OFFICIAL OPERATING
AND CAPITAL BUDGETS FOR FY2022-2023
Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed City of Euless Operating and
Capital Budget for FY2022-2023, and the budget amendments to the fiscal year beginning
October 1, 2021 and ending September 30, 2022. She advised that the proposed budget
was provided to the City Council, posted on the City's website, filed in the office of the
City Secretary, and made available at the City Library on July 22, 2022 and updated July
27, 2022.
Darl Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, Texas, requested clarification related to the
differences in the beginning fund balances presented in the proposed budget compared
to the ending fund balances included in the comprehensive audit document.
City Manager Loretta Getchell advised that the discrepancy is due to the emergency
contingency reserve and is noted on page 17 of the budget document. During the public
comments portion of the meeting, Ms. Getchell referenced page 111 and noted that the
balance sheet references a working capital and ties back to the budget document, and
that for audit purposes there are adjustments that are made in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles. Ms. Getchell invited Mr. Easton to meet with her and
discuss the budget further.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 2314, adopting the City of Euless Official Operating and Capital Budget for FY2022-
2023, and amending the budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021 and ending
September 30, 2022.
Council Minutes Page 10 of 17 August 22, 2022
Council Member Zimmer seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13. RATIFIED THE PROPERTY TAX INCREASE REFLECTED IN THE
FY2022-2023 BUDGET
Finance Director Jewell advised that a separate vote to ratify increased property tax
revenue in the proposed budget is required by state law. The proposed tax rate for
FY2022-2023 is $0.46 per $100 of assessed value, and represents a decrease of 1.5
cents from the prior fiscal year.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected
in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED AD VALOREM TAX
RATE
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:46 p.m.
Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents wishing to speak
regarding the proposed tax rate.
There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:47 p.m.
ITEM NO. 15. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2315
Council Member Stinneford motioned that the property tax rate be increased by the
adoption of a tax rate of $0.46 per $100 of assessed value, which is effectively a 6.23%
increase in the tax rate, by adoption of Ordinance Number 2315.
Mayor Pro Tern Price seconded the motion.
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Ayes:
Nays:
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Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2316
Finance Director Jewell advised that Ordinance No. 2316 adopts the tax roll from the
Tarrant Appraisal District.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2316, adopting the Tax Roll for Tax Year 2022.
Council Member Paudel seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 17. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2317
Finance Director Jewell presented the item to City Council and advised that Ordinance
No. 2317 updates various water fees and miscellaneous charges; amends the fees
charged for monthly services, reclaimed water services, construction and gas well meter
services, and wastewater service. The fee changes would become effective on bills dated
on or after November 1, 2022.
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 2317, amending Chapter 30, "Fees", Section 30-35, 'Water and Wastewater Service -
Monthly Rates", and Section 30-37, "Monitored Group Class".
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
Council Minutes Page 12 of 17 August 22, 2022
ITEM NO. 18
APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2309
Finance Director Jewell presented the item to City Council and advised that Chapter 372
of the Texas Local Government Code allows for the creating of public improvement
districts. Owners of real property located near the intersection of State Highway 121
(SH121) and Cheek Sparger Road delivered to the City of Euless a petition to establish
the Glade Parks Public Improvement District Number One (PID #1), which the City
Council created December 14, 2010, by Resolution No. 10-1350. She stated that no
assessment is necessary for fiscal year 2022-2023.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2309, adopting Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Service and Assessment Plan for the Glade Parks
Public Improvement District Number One (PID #1).
Mayor Pro Tern Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 19. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2310
Finance Director Jewell presented the item to City Council and advised that Chapter 372
of the Texas Local Government Code allows for the creation of public improvement
districts. Owners of real property located near the intersection of State Highway 121
(SH121) and Cheek Sparger Road delivered to the City of Euless a petition to establish
the Glade Parks Public Improvement District Number Two (PID #2), which the City
Council created June 9, 2015, by Resolution No. 15-1461. She stated that no
assessments are needed for fiscal year 2022-2023.
Mayor Pro Tern Price motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2310, adopting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Service and Assessment Plan for the Glade
Parks Public Improvement District Number Two (PID #2).
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
Council Minutes Page 13 of 17 August 22, 2022
ITEM NO. 20.
APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2311
Finance Director Jewell presented the item to City Council and advised that Chapter 372
of the Texas Local Government Code allows for the creating of public improvement
districts. Owners of real property located near Farm to Market Road 157 (FM 157), State
Highway 10 (SH 10), and State Highway 183 (SH 183) delivered to the City of Euless a
petition to establish the Euless Midtown Public Improvement District, which the City
Council created August 25, 2015, by Resolution No. 15-1471. She stated that a $322,463
assessment is necessary for fiscal year 2022-2023.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 2311, adopting Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Service and Assessment Plan for the Euless
Midtown Public Improvement District (PID).
Mayor Pro Tern Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 21. APPROVED BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the following appointments:
BOARD/COMMISSION NAME
Animal Shelter Advisory Board Dr. Susan Read
Chris Chenevert
City Health Authority Dr. Robert Tafel
Civil Service Commission
Library Board
John Deithloff
Jim Hamilton
Christopher McAllister
Barney Snitz
Jorge Chac
Katherine Flannery
PLACE TERM EXPIRES
12/31 /2024
12/31 /2024
12/31 /2024
Place 2 12/31 /2025
Place 2
12/31 /2024
Place 4
12/31 /2024
Place 5
12/31 /2024
Alt 1
12/31 /2024
Alt 2
12/31 /2024
Parks and Leisure Services Board Jason Reyes Place 1 12/31/2024
Steve Doty Place 4 12/31 /2024
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Parks and Leisure Services Board
Roger Sickler
Place 5
12/31/2024
Isha Sharma
Alt 1
12/31/2024
Kay Seger
Alt 2
12/31/2024
Planning and Zoning Commission
David Brown
Place 4
12/31/2024
Ronald Dunckel
Place 5
12/31/2024
Steve Ellis
Place 6
12/31/2024
Richard Barker
Place 7
12/31/2024
Police Training Advisory Board
John Kurzee
Place 1
12/31/2024
John Luna
Place 3
12/31/2024
Mele Rivera
Place 5
12/31/2024
Renu Sloan
Place 7
12/31/2024
Zoning Board of Adjustments
Ron Young
Place 3
12/31/2024
Ruby Anne Crites
Place 4
12/31/2024
Charles Cinquemani
Place 5
12/31/2024
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 22 throuph 30)
Mayor Martin asked Deputy City Manager Barker to read each item into the record.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 22
through 30.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
Council Minutes Page 15 of 17 August 22, 2022
ITEM NO. 22. APPROVED AWARD OF BID NO. 010-22
Approved award of Bid No. 010-22 for the renovation of Wilshire Park and authorized the
City Manager to enter into a contract with C. Green Scalping L.P., 2401 Handley Ederville,
Road, Fort Worth, Texas. The estimated expenditure is $1,704,031.
ITEM NO. 23. APPROVED PURCHASE OF TWO HALF -TON PICKUP TRUCKS
Authorized the purchase of two half -ton pickup trucks from Chastang Ford, 6200 North
Loop East, Houston, Texas, through the BuyBoard contract. The estimated expenditure
is $61,974.
ITEM NO. 24. APPROVED PURCHASE OF TWO MID -SIZE HYBRID PICKUP
TRUCKS
Authorized the purchase of two mid -size hybrid pickup trucks from Rockdale Country
Ford, 479 West Highway 79, Rockdale, Texas, through the Tarrant County Contract. The
estimated expenditure is $47,080.
ITEM NO. 25. APPROVED PURCHASE OF FIVE POLICE PATROL VEHICLES
Authorized the purchase of five mid -size Police Patrol vehicles from Rockdale Country
Ford, 479 West Highway 79, Rockdale, Texas, through the Tarrant County Contract. The
estimated expenditure is $263,875.
ITEM NO. 26. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 22-1626
Authorized the City Manager to execute an Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) with the
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for roadway and ADA improvements at the
intersection of Mid -Cities Boulevard/Cheek Sparger Road and State Highway 121 (SH
121).
ITEM NO. 27. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE
AN ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES CONTRACT
Authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute an Architectural Services Contract
with Oxley Williams Tharp Architects, 509 Pecan Street, Fort Worth, Texas, for the design
and construction of the new Fire Station No. 2. The estimated expenditure is $525,000.
ITEM NO. 28. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE
AN ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES CONTRACT
Authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute and Architectural Services
Contract with Oxley Williams Tharp Architects, 509 Pecan Street, Forth Worth, Texas, for
the design, remodeling, and construction of the existing Police and Courts Building. The
estimated expenditure is $960,000.
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ITEM NO. 29. APPROVED AWARD OF BID NO. 011-22
Approved award of Bid No. 011-22 for the purchase of utility parts in various quantities
based on actual needs and on pricing of product categories from Atlas Utility Supply
Company, 2301 Carson Street, Fort Worth, Texas, Ferguson Enterprises LLC, 12500
Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, Virginia, Fortiline Waterworks, 7025 Northwinds Drive
NorthWest, Concord, North Carolina, and Core & Main LP, 1830 Craig Park Court, Saint
Louis, Missouri. The bid is for a one-year term with the option to extend for two additional
one-year periods. The estimated expenditure is $150,000.
ITEM NO. 30. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the precouncil and regular meeting of August 9, 2022.
ITEM NO. 31. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.
ITEM NO. 32. REPORTS
City Manager
City Manager Getchell expressed her appreciation to Finance Director Jewell and her
finance team for all the dedication and hard work in preparing the proposed budget.
City Attorney
No report given.
City Council
Council Member Stinneford advised that state law dictates the language that must be
included in the motion to adopt a tax rate. Although the language included in the motion
to adopt the FY2022-2023 tax rate indicates a 6.23 percent increase to the tax rate, the
FY2022-2023 adopted tax rate is 1.5 cents lower than the 2021 tax rate.
Council Member Tompkins expressed his appreciation to the City staff involved in the
preparation of tonight's lengthy agenda.
Mayor Martin announced the Euless Library Foundation fundraiser, "Murder in the
Stacks", to be held September 25, 2022. "Murder in the Stacks" is an interactive murder
mystery event beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Euless Library. Tickets are $45 per person
and includes membership into the foundation, dinner, and participation in the mystery
event.
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ITEM NO. 33. ADJOURN
Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m.
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
August 22, 2022
I
i Sutter, TRMC, CMC, City Secretary