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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-08-13MINUTES OF THE PRECOUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, August 13, 2024 The precouncil meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, in the Precouncil Conference Room at City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Linda Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tika Paudel, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Jeremy Tompkins, Eddie Price and Perry Bynum. Council Member Annabel Eads was absent. During the Precouncil meeting: ➢ Mayor Pro Tern Paudel expressed his appreciation to City Manager Loretta Getchell for taking the time to meet with the Nepal Parliament and several other members of the Nepalese community to discuss how local government operates and to Parks and Community Services Director Duane Strawn for meeting with the Nepalese Society of Texas related to the possibility of multi -purpose fields for cricket and soccer. ➢ Mayor Martin announced that the Wilshire Park Ribbon Cutting was held on Friday, August 9, 2024, and recognized the staff for a beautiful park. ➢ City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter advised that Council Member Eads will not be present at the meeting due to flight delays. ➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell advised of the following upcoming events/meetings: • Services for JR Goad with visitation, Friday, August 16, 2024, 6 to 8 p.m., Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home and Memorial Park and Funeral Services, Saturday, August 17, 2024, 11 a.m., Cross City Church. • Precouncil and Regular Council Meeting, Monday, August 19, 2024; • Hurst -Euless -Bedford Independent School District collaboration meeting, Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 6 p.m., Pat May Center; • Employee Ice Cream Social, Thursday, August 22, 2024, 2 p.m., Library; and ➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the regular agenda. ➢ City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Sutter introduced Tarrant Appraisal District Executive Director and Chief Appraiser Joe Don Bobbitt. Mr. Bobbitt was joined by Grady Ewing, Quality Assurance Manager. Mr. Bobbit addressed the City Council and provided an update related to the Tarrant Appraisal District. Mr. Bobbit responded to questions from the City Council regarding appraisal software upgrades, the new reappraisal process, and communication and transparency between the City, residents, and the Tarrant Appraisal District staff. ➢ Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes presented an Atmos proposed rate increase update. He advised that an ordinance will be presented for consideration at the Council Minutes Page 2 of 12 August 13, 2024 August 19, 2024 meeting with a recommendation from the Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) to approve the negotiated settlement agreement. ➢ Director of Finance Janina Jewell presented a Financial report. She advised that sales tax collection for June was up five percent when compared to the same period in the prior year, and is in line with year to date projections. Additionally, she reported that car rental tax collection was up 17 percent when compared to the same period in the prior year, and is up five percent year to date. ➢ City Manager Getchell presented a Transportation update, including a status of the improvements at the intersection of Mid -Cities Boulevard/Cheek-Sparger Road and State Highway 121. CLOSED SESSION The City Council convened into closed session at 6:19 p.m. for deliberation regarding the following: Concerning personnel matters as authorized by Section 551.074 of the Texas Government Code related to: ® Civil Service Commission, Crime Control Prevention District, Euless Development Corporation, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment. 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 6:25 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 Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes City Attorney Wayne Olson City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter Police Chief Mike Brown Director of Finance Janina Jewell Library Director Sherry Knight 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 Assistant Fire Chief Mark Williams Municipal Court Manager Claudia Quintero Council Minutes Page 3 of 12 August 13, 2024 Communications and Marketing Manager Matt Sanders Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell -Shelton Computer Support Specialist II Brett Bennett Sharlin Canizales Darl Easton Michael Fertig VISITORS Chuck Hixson Christina Michels Victoria Morris INVOCATION Council Member Perry Bynum gave the Invocation. PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE Zariyan Stark Council Member Eddie Price led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United States and Texas. ITEM NO. 1. ANNOUNCED EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL 2024 Mayor Martin announced Parks and Community Services Recreation Specialist Analyst Sandy Purcell as the August 2024 Employee of the Month. ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Senior Police Officer Brett Harrell. Brett was accompanied by his family and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin presented Brett with a service pin commemorating his five years of service with the City. Librarian Susan Wedding was not present to receive her service pin commemorating her five years of service with the City. The presentation will be scheduled for an upcoming meeting. Mayor Martin introduced City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter. Kim was accompanied by her family and members of the City Secretary's Office. Mayor Martin presented Kim with a service pin commemorating her 15 years of service with the City. Police Chief Brown introduced Code Compliance Inspector Demetrie Washington. Demetrie was accompanied by his family, members of the Police Department, and the Code Compliance Division. Mayor Martin presented Demetrie with a service pin commemorating his 20 years of service with the City. CONSENT AGENDA (items 3 through 8) 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 3 through 8. Council Minutes Page 4 of 12 August 13, 2024 Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 3. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF AUTOMOTIVE AND EQUIPMENT TIRES Authorized the purchase of automotive and equipment tires from Republic Tire & Supply, 125 North Vine Street, Euless, Texas, through the BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative contract with Michelin North America, Inc. The estimated expenditure is $80,000. ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED AWARD OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 010-24 Approved award of Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 010-24 for reinsurance coverage for the City's health insurance program for October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, to Voya Financial for specific stop loss coverage. ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 24-1660 Approved Resolution No. 24-1660, requesting financial assistance (low interest loan and loan forgiveness) by authorizing an application to be filed with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) and authorized City staff to file an application with the TWDB for a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Loan in order to provide funding for the costs necessary to comply with the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) and requirements related to the Lead Service Line Replacement. ITEM NO. 6. RECEIPT OF NOTICE ABOUT 2024 TAX RATES Acknowledged receipt of Notice About 2024 Tax Rates from designated employee calculating the No -New -Revenue and Voter -Approval Tax Rates. ITEM NO. 7. RECEIPT OF CERTIFICATION OF ADDITIONAL SALES AND USE TAX Acknowledged receipt of Certification of Additional Sales and Use Tax from Financial Officer and Auditor to pay debt services for 2024 Tax Year. ITEM NO. 8. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Approved City Council minutes of the precouncil and regular meeting of June 25, 2024, and the special called meeting of August 5, 2024. Council Minutes Page 5 of 12 August 13, 2024 REGULAR AGENDA ITEM NO. 9. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 24-11-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2385 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:22 p.m. Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix presented the case to the City Council and advised that the applicant is seeking a Specific Use Permit (SUP) for a pet services business to be located at Shops at Vineyard Village Addition, Block A, Lot 4A, 2720 State Highway 121, Suite 200. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July 2, 2024, and voted 6-0-0 to recommend approval of the SUP with the following conditions: 1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Scenthound; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Scenthound Euless LLC; 3. Scenthound is not a boarding facility; and 4. 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. Christina Michels, representing Scenthound, 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 7:24 p.m. Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2385, authorizing the issuance of a Specific Use Permit for a pet services business at Shops at Vineyard Village Addition, Block A, Lot 4A, 2720 State Highway 121, Suite 200, in the 121 Gateway (TX- 121) zoning district with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mayor Pro Tem Paudel seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 10. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 24-09-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2386 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m. Council Minutes Page 6 of 12 August 13, 2024 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 (SUP) for a place of worship to be located at Morrisdale Addition, Block 1A, Lot 2A1, 4223 West Pipeline Road. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July 16, 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, Iglesia Pentecostal Generacion en Avivamiento (IPGA); 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Sharlin Canizales; 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. Sharlin Canizales, representing IPGA, 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 7:27 p.m. Council Member Price motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2386, authorizing the issuance of a Specific Use Permit for a place of worship at Morrisdale Addition, Block 1A, Lot 2A1, 4223 West Pipeline Road, in the Neighborhood Business (C-1) zoning district with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Council Member Bynum seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 11. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT CASE NO. 24-12-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2387 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:28 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 (SUP) for a general automotive, paint, body repair, and passenger car rental business to be located at T. Jasper Survey, A-861, Tracts 5A2A and 5A2C, 1751 West Airport Freeway. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on July 16, 2024, and voted 5-0- 0 to recommend approval of the SUP with the following conditions: Council Minutes Page 7 of 12 August 13, 2024 1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Crash Champions; 2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Crash Champions, 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. Rental cars shall be parked in the screened outdoor storage area outside of business hours; 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. Victoria Morris, representing Crash Champions, 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 7:31 p.m. Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2387, authorizing the issuance of a Specific Use Permit for a general automotive, paint, body repair, and passenger car rental business to be located at T. Jasper Survey, A-861, Tracts 5A2A and 5A2C, 1751 West Airport Freeway, in the Planned Development (PD) zoning district with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mayor Pro Tern Paudel seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 12. WITHDRAWN BY APPLICANT — A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 24-03-PD AND FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2388 Mayor Martin advised that the applicant submitted a letter to withdraw their application for a planned development at this time. ITEM NO. 13. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 24-02-SP Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the item to the City Council and advised that the applicant, Kimley-Horn, is seeking approval to construct two commercial buildings intended for restaurant and retail use on a 3.27-acre lot located at A. Barnard Survey, Abstract 107, Tract 1 C. Mr. Warrix reviewed the site access, parking, landscaping, lighting, building materials, and elevations. The Planning and Zoning Council Minutes Page 8 of 12 August 13, 2024 Commission held a public hearing July 16, 2024, and recommended approval by a vote of 5-0-0. Mayor Pro Tern Paudel motioned to approve Site Plan No. 24-02-SP for the construction of two commercial buildings for restaurant and retail use to be located at A. Barnard Survey, Abstract 107, Tract 1 C, in the Planned Development (PD) zoning district. Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 14. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 24-03-SP Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the item to the City Council and advised that the applicant, Type Six Design & Development Services, is seeking approval for a hotel to be located on a 2.524-acre lot located at Harwood/360 Addition, Block A, Lot 6. Mr. Warrix reviewed the site access, parking, landscaping, lighting, building materials, and elevations. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing July 16, 2024, and recommended approval by a vote of 5-0-0. Council Member Price motioned to approve Site Plan No. 24-03-SP for a hotel to be located at Harwood/360 Addition, Block A, Lot 6, in the Community Business (C-2) zoning district. Council Member Bynum seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None ITEM NO. 15. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CASE NO. 24-03-CC AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2392 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City Council and advised that the proposed Ordinance is to amend Section 84-85 (u-1) of the Unified Development Code to permit short-term rentals in Planned Development (PD) zoning districts unless explicitly prohibited by the PD. The current language only allows short-term rentals in Planned Developments if the PD explicitly permits the operation of short-term rentals. There are currently no Planned Developments within the city that allow short-term rentals as a permitted use. Council Minutes Page 9 of 12 August 13, 2024 Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item. There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:42 p.m. Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2392, amending Section 84-85 (u-1) of the Unified Development Code regulating the operation of short-term rentals within the City of Euless. Mayor Pro Tem Paudel seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None ITEM NO. 16. APPROVED BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the following Board and Commission appointments with expiring terms December 31, 2026, unless otherwise stated: TERM BOARD/COMMISSION NAME PLACE EXPIRES Animal Shelter Advisory Board Dr. Susan Read Chris Chenevert City Health Authority Dr. S. David Lloyd Civil Service Commission Bobby Baker Place 3 12/31/2027 Crime Control & Prevention District Ron Shields 9/1/2026 Eddie Price 9/1/2026 Annabel Eads 9/1/2026 Library Board Jim Hamilton Place 2 Christopher McAllister Place 4 Phillip Tedone Place 5 John Lentini Place 6 Parks and Leisure Services Board Laird Levoy Place 1 Steve Doty Place 4 Roger Sickler Place 5 Zariyan Stark Alt 1 Planning and Zoning Commission RubyAnne Crites Place 5 Katherine Flannery Place 7 Mike Collins AdHoc Council Minutes Page 10 of 12 August 13, 2024 Police Training Advisory Board Zoning Board of Adjustments John Luna Place 3 Mele Rivera Place 5 Renu Sloan Place 7 Ron Young Place 3 Carol Dufinetz Place 4 Charles Cinquemani Place 5 Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None ITEM NO. 17. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED CRIME CONTROL AND PREVENTION DISTRICT (CCPD) BUDGET FOR FY2024- 2025 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. Finance Director Janina Jewell presented a summary of the budget and advised the City Council that the proposed Euless Crime Control and Prevention District Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 was approved by the Crime Control and Prevention District board on June 13, 2024, following a public hearing. State law requires final approval by the City Council without amendment. Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item. There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Mayor Pro Tern Paudel seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO.18. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR EULESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (EDC) BUDGET FOR FY2024-2025 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. Council Minutes Page 11 of 12 August 13, 2024 Finance Director Jewell presented the proposed budget to the City Council. She advised that the Euless Development Corporation (EDC) Board of Directors, at their August 12, 2024, meeting, recommended approval of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025. Ms. Jewell advised that the budget will be presented for City Council consideration at the Monday, August 19, 2024 meeting. Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item. There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. ITEM NO.19. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING FOR CITY OF EULESS FY2024-2025 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS AND MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED BUDGET ON AUGUST 19, 2024 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:53 p.m. Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed City of Euless Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the item. Darl Easton, 1005 Fayette Drive, Euless, Texas, recapped his concerns with previous budgets and his desire to balance some information in the budget with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. He expressed his appreciation to staff for providing a worksheet to assist with this process and requested that the worksheet be made a part of the budget document. He stated that overall, he was pleased with the proposed budget and appreciaies the reduction to the tax rate. There being no others wishing to speak, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 8:11 p.m. Council Member Stinneford motioned to consider approval of the City of Euless Official Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 proposed budget at the August 19, 2024 City Council meeting. Council Member Bynum seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, and Bynum Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 20. PUBLIC COMMENTS Council Minutes Page 12 of 12 August 13, 2024 Michael Fertig, 111 Wooddale Drive, Euless, addressed the City Council regarding his concerns related to the enforcement of speed limits on City thoroughfares, as well as traffic light sequencing along Mid -Cities Boulevard. ITEM NO. 21. REPORTS Citv Manager No report given. Citv Attornev No report given. Citv Council No report given. ITEM NO. 22. ADJOURN Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m. APPROVED: Linda Martin, Mayor ATTEST: Ki Sutter, RMC, CM:"", City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer