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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-01-23MINUTES OF THE PRECOUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, January 23, 2024 The precouncil meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin at 4:32 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 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, Perry Bynum, Harry Zimmer, and Tika Paudel. Council Member Jeremy Tompkins was not present due to a scheduled absence. During the Precouncil meeting: ➢ Council Member Paudel advised that he attended the Senior Center Open House and a request was made for additional pool tables. Additionally, he recognized City Staff for their participation in the Town Hall meeting. ➢ Council Member Zimmer expressed his appreciation for the support he has received over the past three years and advised that he is announcing that he will not seek re- election at tonight's City Council meeting. ➢ City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter provided an update on the candidate filings to date. ➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell advised the City Council of a notification letter from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs regarding the receipt of a preliminary application for funding to develop and acquire affordable multi -family rental housing as submitted by Capital Gardner. Ms. Getchell advised that the proposed location for the project is not zoned to support a multi -family development and the zoning restrictions have been communicated to the applicant. ➢ City Manager Getchell advised the City Council that Deputy City Manager Chris Barker was interviewed today by an investigative reporter with WFAA 8 news station regarding the Cameron County Housing Finance Corporation and the impact to the City in loss of property tax revenue. ➢ City Manager Getchell reviewed the regular agenda. ➢ Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones presented information regarding the proposed 50t" Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project. He advised that the estimated allocation to Euless is $635,707, which includes a rollover from the 48th Year distribution. Additionally, he advised the City Council of the proposal to allocate the funding toward wastewater line replacements along Kensinger Court, Fair Oaks Boulevard, and Shelmar Drive. Council Minutes Page 2 of 8 January 23, 2024 ➢ Director of Parks and Community Services Duane Strawn presented a Parks and Community Services update. He reported on: staffing and staff promotions; recreation programs; aquatic programs; camp offerings; trail lighting improvements; the addition of the aquatic park's life guard shack; special events; and the status of the updated Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Master Plan. Additionally, he reviewed the duties and accomplishments of the Parks Maintenance Division, including recognizing the Division for their role in the City being named a Tree City USA for 38 consecutive years and earning the Growth award for 33 years. ➢ Fire Chief Chanc Bennett introduced Fire Marshal Drew Washington who presented the Fire Department update. Fire Marshal Washington reviewed the activities of the Fire Marshal's office, including staffing, public education programs, electronic plan review, permitting, and plans for future fire investigations. Additionally, he reviewed statistics related to total inspections, total investigations, plan review, and public education events. ➢ Director of Finance Janina Jewell presented a Financial report for the period ending December 31, 2023, and stated that car rental tax collection for rentals in November was up by one percent when compared to the same period in the prior year and up three percent year to date. CLOSED SESSION The City Council convened into closed session at 6:20 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 pending or contemplated litigation: 11 TML IRP- Workers' Compensation Appeal The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into Closed Session at any time during the course of this meeting to consult with its attorney regarding any of the matters listed on the agenda, as authorized by Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code. Mayor Martin recessed the closed session at 6:49 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. for consideration of scheduled items. STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT City Manager Loretta Getchell Deputy City Manager Chris Barker Council Minutes Page 3 of 8 January 23, 2024 City Attorney Wayne Olson City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter Fire Chief Chanc Bennett Police Chief Mike Brown Director of Finance Janina Jewell Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones Director of Information Services Scott Joyce Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Heather Moorhead Director of Parks and Community Services Duane Strawn Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix Municipal Court Manager Claudia Quintero Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell -Shelton Computer Support Specialist II Brett Bennett Adrianna Cantu Bently Durant Julius Handley Scott Harvey VISITORS Sheryl Harvey Rob Howard Emilee Hutchinson Jud Park INVOCATION Mayor Linda Martin gave the Invocation. PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE Zariyan Stark Daryl York Mayor Pro Tern Eddie Price led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United States and Texas. ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR FEBRUARY 2024 Director of Parks and Community Services Duane Strawn introduced Recreation Superintendent Alex Harvey. Alex was accompanied by his girlfriend, Adrianna, niece, Emilee, parents, Sheryl and Scott, and members of the Parks and Community Services Department. Mayor Martin presented Alex with a plaque commemorating his selection as Employee of the Month for February 2024. ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2023 Director of Finance Janina Jewel presented the quarterly financial report for the period ending December 31, 2023. CONSENT AGENDA (items 3 through 8) Mayor Martin asked Deputy City Manager Barker to read each item into the record. Council Minutes Page 4 of 8 January 23, 2024 Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 3 through 8. Mayor Pro Tern Price seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 3. AUTHORIZED THE PURCHASE OF AN EMERGENCY STANDBY GENERATOR AND AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH Authorized the purchase of an emergency standby generator and automatic transfer switch for Fire Station No. 2 from Cantwell Power Systems, 6413 Midway Road, Haltom City, Texas, through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program. The estimated expenditure is $106,780. ITEM NO. 4. ACKNOWLEDGED RECEIPT OF FY2023 ANNUAL INVESTMENT REPORT Acknowledged receipt of FY2023 Annual Investment Report in accordance with Chapter 2256 of the Texas Local Government Code. ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 24-1650 Approved Resolution No. 24-1650, approving the City's Investment Policy for all funds invested for the City of Euless. ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED REVISIONS TO THE CITY'S FISCAL POLICIES Approved the revisions of the City's Fiscal Policies. ITEM NO. 7. APPROVED RENEWAL OF CONTRACT PER REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 005-18 Approved renewal of contact per Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 005-18, with Mutual of Omaha for Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Long -Term Disability, Short -Term Disability, and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance. The initial contract provided for a three-year term with two 2-year renewals. This request would represent the second renewal and will cover the period of October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2025. The estimated expenditures are: Life Insurance, $108,901; AD&D Insurance, $14,733; Short -Term Disability, $31,782; and Long -Term Disability, $72,229. Council Minutes Page 5 of 8 January 23, 2024 ITEM NO. 8. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Approved City Council minutes of the special called meeting of January 8, 2024, and the precouncil and regular meeting of January 9, 2024. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM NO. 9. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 23-12-SUP AND CONSIDER FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2371 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:17 p.m. Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City Council and advised that the applicant, Joe Hudson's Collision Center, is seeking a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an auto body repair business to be located at S. W. Mills Addition, Lots 4R and 5R, Block 2, 605 and 607 West Euless Boulevard. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on January 2, 2024, and voted 5-0-0 to recommend approval of the SUP with the following conditions: 1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Joe Hudson's Collision Center; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, JHCC Holdings, LLC; 3. There shall be no outdoor service or repair to any vehicle; 4. All stored vehicles, car parts (including tires), and merchandise shall be screened from adjacent properties and the right-of-way (ROW); and additionally, all tires shall be stored indoors or under a cover so as not to collect rainwater; 5. There shall be no overhauls of engines or transmissions performed on any vehicle; and 6. 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. Daryl York, representing Joe Hudson's Collision Center, was present to address any questions regarding the case. 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. In response to a question from Council Member Paudel, Mr. Warrix advised that a portion of the existing fence line is made from a precast concrete and the other existing portion is chain link fencing with screening material for privacy. Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2371, authorizing the issuance of a Specific Use Permit for an auto body repair business to be located at S.W. Council Minutes Page 6 of 8 January 23, 2024 Mills Addition, Lots 4R and 5R, Block 2, 605 and 607 West Euless Boulevard, in the Texas Highway 10 Multi -Use (TX-10) zoning district with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council Member Paudel seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 10. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 23-14-SUP AND CONSIDER FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2372 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City Council and advised that the applicant, Classic Chevrolet, is seeking a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for an automotive sales business to be located at Grubbs Addition, Lot 1 R, Block A, 1661 West Airport Freeway. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on January 2, 2024, and voted 5-0-0 to recommend approval of the SUP with the following conditions: 1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Classic South; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Classic Chevrolet, Inc.; 3. There shall be no outdoor service or repair to any vehicle; 4. All stored car parts (including tires) shall be screened from adjacent properties and the right-of-way (ROW); and additionally, all tires shall be stored indoors or under a cover so as not to collect rainwater; 5. In accordance with Sec. 84-85(ah) of the Code of Ordinances, the auto sales use shall cease if the area devoted to auto sales decreases to less than five acres; and 6. 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. Bently Durant, representing Classic Chevrolet, was present to address any questions regarding the case. Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case. There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. Council Minutes Page 7 of 8 January 23, 2024 Mayor Pro Tern Price motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2372, authorizing the issuance of a Specific Use Permit for an automotive sales business to be located at Grubbs Addition, Lot 1 R, Block A, 1661 West Airport Freeway, in the Community Business (C-2) zoning district with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission Council Member Zimmer seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Price, Council Members Stinneford, Bynum, Zimmer, and Paudel Nays: INone Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 11. PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments. ITEM NO. 12. REPORTS Citv Manaqer No report given. Citv Attornev No report given. Citv Council Council Member Zimmer announced that he is not seeking re-election to the City Council. He expressed his gratitude to the citizens of Euless for the opportunity to serve and his appreciation to City staff and his City Council Colleagues. Council Member Bynum expressed his appreciation to Council Member Zimmer for his service and for sharing his knowledge, and wished him good luck on his future endeavors. Mayor Martin expressed her appreciation to those who attended the Town Hall meeting and to the City Staff for hosting. Additionally, she advised of several upcoming events: • Daddy/Daughter Valentine's Dance, Saturday, February 2, 2024, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Texas Star Conference Centre; • Raven's Grille Valentine Day's dinner, Wednesday, February 14, 2024, 5 to 8:30 p.m., Texas Star Golf Course and Conference Centre; and • Edible Books Contest, Friday, February 23 to Saturday, February 24, 2024, Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library. Council Minutes Page 8 of 8 January 23, 2024 ITEM NO. 13. ADJOURN Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Lin 1�7�artin, Vlayor Wf��� Sutter, TRMC, CMC, City Secretary Chief Governance Officer