HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-10-08MINUTES OF THE PRECOUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
The precouncil meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda
Martin at 4:32 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, in the Precouncil Conference Room at
City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Linda Martin, Council
Members Tim Stinneford, Jeremy Tompkins, Eddie Price, Perry Bynum, and Annabel
Eads. Mayor Pro Tern Tika Paudel was not present due to a scheduled absence.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Council Member Bynum expressed his appreciation to Deputy City Manager Chris
Barker and Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones for their assistance
related to the construction in the Trailwood subdivision during the National Night Out
event.
➢ Council Member Tompkins advised that he attended the "Build a Mum" event hosted
by the Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library and stated that the event was well
attended, and everyone had a great time.
➢ Council Member Stinneford expressed his appreciation to Interim Police Chief Gary
Landers, Library Director Sherry Knight, Assistant Director of Parks and Community
Services Elizabeth Johnson, and Director of Planning and Economic Development
Michael Warrix for their assistance and participation in the Board and Commission
interviews. Additionally, he inquired about the feasibility of utilizing a former fire
station as the permanent animal shelter.
➢ Mayor Martin stated that the Public Safety Open House held Saturday, October 5,
2024, at Fire Station No. 1, was well set up, well attended, and a lot of fun.
Additionally, she recognized City staff for organizing the event.
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell advised of several upcoming events:
• Employee Burger Bash, Friday, October 11, 2024, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Parks
at Texas Star;
• Community Garage Sale, Saturday, October 12, 2024, 8 a.m. to 12 noon,
Euless Family Life Senior Center;
• Texas Junior Angler Fishing event, Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9 a.m. to 12
noon, Wilshire Park;
• Heritage Park Open House, Saturday, October 12, 2024, 12 noon to 4 p.m.,
Euless Heritage Museum;
• Cancelled - Euless Tongan Community Committee Family Day Celebration,
Saturday, October 12, 2024;
• 6Stones CPR Blitz, Friday, October 18, 2024 and Saturday, October 19, 2024;
and
• Pumpkin Splash event, Friday, October 18, 2024, 6 p.m., Natatorium.
➢ City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the regular agenda.
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➢ Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes presented an Oncor rate increase update and
advised that the Oncor Cities Steering Committee is recommending that no action
be taken at this time. With no action by the member cities, the rate increase would
be sent to the Public Utilities Commission for consideration.
➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix presented a
Development update, including commercial and residential construction.
➢ Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones presented a Public Works
update, including a staffing update. Additionally, he reviewed the timeline and
requirements related to the Lead and Copper Rule Revision.
➢ Director of Finance Janina Jewell presented a Financial report. She advised that car
rental tax collection was up six percent over the same period in the prior year.
CLOSED SESSION
Although posted, no closed session was held.
Mayor Martin recessed the precouncil meeting at 6:27 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
Director of Finance Janina Jewell
Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones
Library Director Sherry Knight
Interim Police Chief Gary Landers
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Heather Moorhead
Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix
Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services Elizabeth Johnson
Assistant Fire Chief Mark Williams
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell -Shelton
Computer Support Specialist II Brett Bennett
VISITORS
Rony Baby Linda Eilenfeldt Fahim Khan
Adam Blue Ellen Jinkins Rabin Khanal
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Frixmon Michael
Josh Minor
Osama Nashed
Niraj Shrestha
INVOCATION
Council Member Eddie Price gave the Invocation.
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
Zariyan Stark
Michael Stevens
Mayor Linda Martin led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United States and
Texas.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Police Records Clerk Jolie Goldston was not present to receive her service pin
commemorating her 20 years of service with the City.
Interim Police Chief Gary Landers introduced Senior Police Officer Ralph "Trey" Turner
III. Trey was accompanied by his family and members of the Police Department. Mayor
Martin presented Trey with a service pin and clock commemorating his 25 years of service
with the City.
Interim Police Chief Landers introduced Senior Police Officer Michael Nafziger. Michael
was accompanied by his family and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin
presented Michael with a service pin and clock commemorating his 25 years of service
with the City.
Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones introduced Public Works Manager
Ruben Cardenas. Ruben was accompanied by his family and members of the Public
Works and Engineering Department. Mayor Martin presented Ruben with a service pin
and clock commemorating his 25 years of service with the City.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix introduced Inspector II
Jeff Lee. Jeff was accompanied by members of the Planning and Economic Development
Department. Mayor Martin presented Jeff with a service pin and clock commemorating
his 25 years of service with the City.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 2 throuph 9)
Mayor Martin asked Deputy City Manager Chris Barker to read each item into the record.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 2
through 9.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and
Eads
Nays: None
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Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 2. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING
APPARATUS
Authorized the purchase of six self-contained breathing apparatus for the reserve engine
from Casco Industries, Inc., 1517 West North Carrier Parkway, Suite 118, Grand Prairie,
Texas, through the BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative Program. Funding is provided by
the FY2023 Assistance to Firefighter's Grant through the Department of Homeland
Security in the amount of $54,545.45 with a required 10 percent local match. The total
estimated cost is $60,397.
ITEM NO. 3. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF PICNIC TABLES
Authorized the purchase of replacement picnic tables for the Villages of Bear Creek Park
from BJ's Park and Recreation Products, 4003 Briar Lane, Magnolia, Texas, through the
BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program as approved in the FY2025 budget. The
estimated expenditure is $83,663.
ITEM NO. 4. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF POLICE PATROL VEHICLES
Authorized the purchase of two mid -size police patrol vehicles from Sam Pack's Five Star
Ford, 1635 South Interstate 35E, Carrollton, Texas, through the Houston -Galveston Area
Council Cooperative Purchasing Program. The estimated expenditure is $110,409.
ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 24-1661
Approved Resolution No. 24-1661, endorsing the continuation of a Pretreatment Program
as required by 40 CFR 403.
ITEM NO. 6. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO AMEND ENGINEERING
SERVICES CONTRACT
Authorized the City Manager to amend the engineering services contract with Halff
Associates, Inc., 1201 North Bowser Road, Richardson, Texas, dated January 6, 2020,
to include construction inspection services on an as needed basis for the duration of
Phase II of the FY2019 Street Reconstruction Project. The estimated expenditure is
$218,600.
ITEM NO. 7. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE
A COMMERCIAL SUBLEASE AGREEMENT
Authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute a commercial sublease agreement
with Shield Awards and Promotions, LLC, for a portion of the property located at 1100
Westpark Way.
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ITEM NO. 8. AUTHORIZED MAYOR TO EXECUTE A TERMINATION OF
LEASE AGREEMENT
Authorized the Mayor to execute a termination of lease agreement by and between the
City of Euless, Euless, Texas, and Smyrna Ready Mix Concrete for the property located
at 201 West Euless Boulevard.
ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the precouncil and regular meeting of September 24,
2024.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 10. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 24-07-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix presented the item to
the City Council and advised that the applicant, Hurst -Euless -Bedford Independent
School District, is seeking approval to construct a new Wilshire Elementary school
building at Wilshire Village Addition, Block 12, Lot 7, 420 Wilshire Drive. Mr. Warrix
reviewed the project phases, site access, parking, landscaping, lighting, building
materials, and elevations. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered the site plan
at their regular meeting on September 17, 2024, and voted 6-0-0 to recommend approval.
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve Site Plan No. 24-07-SP for the
construction of a new Wilshire Elementary school building at Wilshire Village Addition,
Block 12, Lot 7, 420 Wilshire Drive, in the Single -Family Detached Dwelling (R-1) zoning
district.
Council Member Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ZONING CHANGE
CASE NO. 24-01-ZC AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2405
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, ANA Consultants, is seeking to rezone the
property located at Austin Killian Addition, Block A, Lot 2, 2760 Fuller -Wiser Road, from
Community Business (C-2) zoning district to Single -Family Limited Dwelling (R-1 L) zoning
district. The zoning change will allow the applicant to develop the property into a 10-lot
single-family residential subdivision. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public
hearing on September 17, 2024, and recommended approval by a vote of 6-0-0.
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Osama Nashed, representing ANA Consultants, 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 7:33 p.m.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2405, changing the
zoning from Community Business (C-2) zoning district to Single -Family Limited Dwelling
(R-1 L) zoning district at Austin Killian Addition, Block A, Lot 2, 2760 Fuller -Wiser Road.
Council Member Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and
Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 12. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT 24-06-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2406
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the case to the City
Council and advised that the applicant, Nepali Cultural and Spiritual Center, is requesting
to amend the Planned Development (PD) zoning district in the Park Center Addition, Lots
1 B and 1 C and in the International Regional Industrial Complex Addition, a portion of
Block C and Block C, Lot 10, 1212 Royal Parkway. Mr. Warrix advised that the
amendment would allow for ancillary uses limited to retail and professional office in the
Permitted Use Table in Section 84-84 of the Unified Development Code, and the ancillary
uses will not exceed 3,000 square feet. The Planning and Zoning commission held a
public hearing on October 1, 2024, and recommended approval by a vote of 4-0-0.
Niraj Shrestha, representing the Nepali Cultural and Spiritual 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 7:36 p.m.
Council Member Eads motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2406, amending the Planned
Development (PD) zoning district in the Park Center Addition, Lots 1 B and 1 C and in the
International Regional Industrial Complex Addition, a portion of Block C and Block C, Lot
10, 1212 Royal Parkway.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum and
Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
CASE NO. 24-08-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2407
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:38 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 an
event center to be located at International Regional Industrial Complex Addition, Block E,
Lots A and D, located on the southwest corner of West Euless Boulevard and Westpark
Way. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on September 17,
2024, and voted 6-0-0 to recommend denial of the SUP. Staff recommends denial;
however, should the City Council choose to approve the case, staff recommends the
following conditions:
1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Valley Vista Event Center;
2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Avant Holdings Euless,
LLC.;
3. To mitigate noise, sound reducing insulation shall be used in exterior walls and
between the first and second floors, no audio speakers shall be used on the rooftop
patio, and potted evergreen shrubs measuring at least 3 feet tall must line the
rooftop patio before the first event; 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.
Mr. Warrix advised that following the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting the
applicant presented the following revised conditions to staff that addressed the concerns
of the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff:
1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Valley Vista Event Center;
2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Avant Holdings Euless,
LLC.;
3. To mitigate noise, sound reducing insulation, STC rating of at least 60, shall be
used in exterior walls and between the first and second floors;
4. Rooftop patios are not permitted;
5. Outdoor event space is not permitted; 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.
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Fahim Khan, Architect, FK + Architect, and Frixmon Michael, business owner, were
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 7:58 p.m.
In response to questions from Council Members Stinneford and Tompkins, Mr. Khan
described the type of sound reducing insulation that will be used within the walls to
mitigate noise that could be audible to neighboring properties. Additionally, he advised
of the construction and access to the underground parking garage.
In response to questions from Council Members Tompkins and Bynum concerning the
business model, Mr. Michael stated that the event center would cater to the Nepali
community and temple by holding small gatherings with no more than 420 people, such
as marriages and special religious functions. He also stressed that he would abide by
the rules and conditions that are set by the City, specifically the no rooftop patio and no
outdoor event space.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2407, authorizing the
issuance of a Specific Use Permit for an event center to be located at International
Regional Industrial Complex Addition, Block E, Lots A and D, in the Texas Highway 10
Multi -Use (TX-10) zoning district with the conditions presented by the applicant.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and
Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
CASE NO. 24-13-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2408
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:59 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 an
automotive sales business to be located at J.W. Lewellyn Addition, Block 1, Lot 1, 2809
West Euless Boulevard. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on
September 17, 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, Texas Land Cruisers;
2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Michael Stevens;
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3. There shall be no outdoor advertising display other than a permitted sign indicating
the name of the business;
4. There shall be no outdoor service, storage, or display of vehicles, car parts, or
merchandise;
5. There shall be no on -site auto repair performed on any vehicle;
6. There shall be no more than five (5) gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including
fuel in the vehicle gas tank) and no more than thirty (30) gallons stored within the
facility; and
7. The Specific Use Permit may be revoked if one or more of the conditions imposed
by this permit have not been met or have been violated.
Michael Stevens, representing Texas Land Cruisers, LLC, 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 8:04 p.m.
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2408, authorizing the
issuance of a Specific Use Permit for an automotive sales business to be located at J.W.
Lewellyn Addition, Block 1, Lot 1, 2809 West Euless Boulevard, in the Light Industrial (I-
1) zoning district with the conditions presented and recommended by the Planning and
Zoning Commission.
Council Member Eads seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and
Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 15. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
2409
Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones presented the item to the City
Council and advised that the proposed amendment to the Code of Ordinances Chapter
86, "Utilities", replacing Article III, "Wastewater Collection Treatment" in its entirety with
Article III, "Industrial Wastewater."
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
2409, Chapter 86, "Utilities", Article III, "Wastewater Collection Treatment", of the Code
of Ordinance in its entirety with Article III, "Industrial Wastewater."
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and
Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16. APPROVED BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve the following appointments with an
effective date of January 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified:
Historical Preservation Committee:
Appointing Jud Park effective October 9, 2024
Appointing James W. Park effective October 9, 2024
Euless Development Corporation:
Appointing David Brown to replace Jason Turner, Director, Place 6, effective October 9,
2024, with an expiring term of December 31, 2025
Library Advisory Board:
Moving Philip Tedone from Alternate #1 to Place 5, with an expiring term of December 31,
2026.
Appointing Wanda Peach, Alternate #1, with an expiring term of December 31, 2026.
Appointing Alnawaz Devani, Alternate # 2, with an expiring term of December 31, 2026.
Parks and Leisure Services:
Appointing Gabriel Rosas, Alternate #1, with an expiring term of December 31, 2026.
Appointing Michael Dayton, Alternate #2, with an expiring term of December 31, 2026.
Police Trainina Advisory Board:
Moving Larry Abram from Alternate #1 to Place 1, with an expiring term of December 31,
2026.
Moving Vince Trevino from Alternate #2 to Alternate #1, with an expiring term of
December 31, 2025.
Appointing Rene Hirschenhofer, Alternate #2, with an expiring term of December 31,
2025.
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Planninq and Zoning Commission:
Appointing Linda Eilenfeldt to Place 6 replacing Steve Ellis effective October 9, 2024, and
appointing Ms. Eilenfeldt to a two-year term beginning January 1, 2025, and expiring
December 31, 2026,
Appointing Zariyan Stark, Place 4, with an expiring term of December 31, 2026.
Zoninq Board of Adiustment:
Appointing Zach Penn, Alternate #1, with an expiring term of December 31, 2025.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and
Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 17. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Adam Blue, 358 Arbor Crest Lane, Euless, addressed the Council with concerns
regarding the need of a pedestrian crossing system for Arbor Creek Elementary at the
intersection of Midway Drive and Arbor Crest Lane. He also stated that the request had
been previously submitted to the City but had been denied; however, the need for the
system has grown due to an increase in students using this intersection.
ITEM NO. 18. REPORTS
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No report given.
Citv Council
Mayor Martin announced the following events:
• Movie in the Park, Friday, October 11, 2024, 7:30 p.m., Glade Parks;
• Community Garage Sale, Saturday, October 12, 2024, 8 a.m. to 12 noon,
Euless Family Life Senior Center;
• Texas Junior Angler Fishing event, Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9 a.m. to 12
noon, Wilshire Park;
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• Heritage Park Open House, Saturday, October 12, 2024, 12 noon to 4 p.m.,
Euless Heritage Museum;
• Pumpkin Splash event, Friday, October 18, 2024, 6 p.m., Natatorium;
• 2024 November Election Early Voting, Monday, October 21, 2024. through
Friday, November 1, 2024, Euless Family Life Senior Center; and
• 2024 November Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, Euless Family Life
Senior Center.
ITEM NO. 19. ADJOURN
Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
APPROVED:
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