HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-03-11MINUTES OF THE PRECOUNCIL AND REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
The precouncil meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda
Martin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 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,
Perry Bynum, and Annabel Eads.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Council Member Bynum recognized Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell -
Shelton and her staff for their efforts with the memorial celebrations he attended.
➢ Mayor Pro Tern Paudel represented the City at a Ramadan dinner Friday, March 7,
2025, hosted by Harmony Science Academy. Additionally, he expressed his
appreciation to Assistant City Manager Steven Viera and Director of Public Works and
Engineering Major Jones for their support in addressing his requests for assistance.
Mayor Pro Tern Paudel expressed his appreciation to Mayor Martin, City Manager
Chris Barker, and Assistant City Managers Steven Viera and Lawrence Bryant for
meeting with dignitaries from Nepal earlier today.
➢ Council Member Tompkins advised that he attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for
Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers and shared the comments made by the Chief
Operating Officer that Euless was a great City to work with as well as efficient.
➢ City Manager Chris Barker advised the City Council of the meal selections for
upcoming meetings. Additionally, he introduced and welcomed Assistant City
Manager Lawrence Bryant to his first official meeting since joining the City staff.
➢ City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter advised of several upcoming
events:
• City of Euless Wellness Fair, Thursday, March 13, 2025, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.,
Texas Star Conference Centre;
• Hurst -Euless -Bedford Chamber of Commerce luncheon, Thursday, March 13,
2025, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Hurst Conference Center;
• Hurst -Euless -Bedford Independent School District Education Foundation
Awards of Excellence Ceremony, Thursday, March 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m., Pat
May Center;
• Concert in the Park --Abbey Road Trip, Friday, March 14, 2025, 6 p.m., Glade
Parks;
• Police Corporal Wade Tice retirement reception, Monday, March 17, 2025, 2
p.m., City Hall; and
• Police Department Badge Pinning ceremony, Monday, March 17, 2025, 4 p.m.,
City Hall.
Council Minutes
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➢ City Manager Barker reviewed the regular agenda.
➢ City Manager Barker introduced Matthew Jalbert, Executive Manager, Northern
Region, Trinity River Authority (TRA).
Mr. Jalbert addressed the City Council regarding the Tarrant County Water Supply
Project. He advised that the FY 2025 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) total $62.19
million and will be funded through a 20-year revenue bond issuance with a maximum
bond authorization amount of $68.66 million, which includes the required debt reserve
and bond issuance costs. Additionally, he reviewed the estimated cost of service,
including the contract cost paid by the City of Euless. City Manager Barker advised
that a Resolution will be presented at the March 25, 2025 City Council meeting for
consideration authorizing the bond issuance.
In response to an inquiry from Council Member Bynum, Mr. Barker advised that he
has been provided a water planning report from Kevin Ward, Chief Executive Officer
and General Manager, TRA, and can schedule a time for the report to be presented
to the City Council.
➢ Director of Finance Janina Jewell introduced Corey Fickes, Managing Partner,
Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP. Mr. Fickes presented the delinquent tax
collection update, including the property tax cycle, collections and litigation statistics,
refunds, and balance reduction. Mr. Fickes offered to return to a future meeting to
present a base tax refund report in greater detail.
➢ Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones introduced Animal Services
Foreman JoDan Shelton. Mr. Shelton presented an Animal Services update including
staffing and operations update, service call statistics, community outreach and
engagement activities, and the renovation of the new animal shelter.
➢ Director of Parks and Community Services Duane Strawn introduced Anita Beard,
Associate Principal and Landscape Architect, Dunaway Associates, L.P., and
Kourtney Gomez, Senior Landscape Designer, Dunaway Associates, L.P., who
presented the proposed Parks and Community Services Parks and Open Space
Master Plan. Mr. Strawn advised that the plan was presented to the Parks and
Leisure Services Board at their March 3, 2025 meeting and the Board voted
unanimously to recommend adoption of the plan. Additionally, he advised that the
plan will be presented for City Council consideration at the March 25, 2025 regular
meeting.
Philip Neeley, Senior Engagement Manager, Dunaway Associates, L.P., was also in
attendance.
➢ Director of Finance Jewell presented a Financial report. She advised that car rental
tax collection for rentals in January 2025 was up seven percent over the same period
in the prior year and is up four percent year-to-date.
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➢ Director of Public Works and Engineering Jones presented a Capital Projects update.
He advised that West Pipeline Road will be closed to traffic March 15 through March
22, 2025, as the City conducts paving work. The closure coincides with the Hurst -
Euless -Bedford Independent School District Spring Break.
➢ Police Chief Gary Landers provided an update related to a bomb threat at Keys High
School and Central Junior High School on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. He
recognized and commended the police department for the quick response and
resolution of the situation.
➢ Information Technology Director Scott Joyce addressed the City Council regarding a
change made by Microsoft that has affected the voicemail receipt notifications sent
through Email. He advised that he is evaluating possible solutions to restore the
functionality.
➢ City Manager Barker advised that he is recommending a change to the tattoo policy
for police and fire personnel.
CLOSED SESSION
Although posted, no closed session was held.
Mayor Martin recessed the precouncil meeting at 6:37 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 Chris Barker
Assistant City Manager Lawrence Bryant
Assistant City Manager Steven Viera
City Attorney Cara Leahy -White
City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer Kim Sutter
Fire Chief Chanc Bennett
Director of Finance Janina Jewell
Director of Public Works and Engineering Major Jones
Director of Information Services Scott Joyce
Library Director Sherry Knight
Police Chief Gary Landers
Director of Fleet and Facilities Kyle McAdams
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
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell -Shelton
Computer Support Specialist 11 Brett Bennett
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Assistant to the City Secretary Jeanne Flores
VISITORS
Ricky Beall Nyukeni Okoroba
Kelly Doyle Tiffany Richmond
Josh Minor Maddie White
INVOCATION
City Manager Chris Barker gave the Invocation.
PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE
Dobie Williams
Council Member Perry Bynum led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United
States and Texas.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Police Chief Gary Landers introduced Senior Corporal George Paongo. George was
accompanied by family and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin presented
George with a service pin commemorating his 10 years of services with the City.
Finance Director Janina Jewell introduced Purchasing Manager Michael Lowry. Mike
was accompanied by family and members of the Finance Department. Mayor Martin
presented Mike with a service pin commemorating his 20 years of services with the City.
CONSENT AGENDA (items 2 throuph 8)
Mayor Martin asked Assistant City Manager Steven Viera to read each item into the
record.
Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 2
through 8.
Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 2. APPROVED RENEWAL OF BID NO. 006-23
Approved renewal of Bid No. 006-23 for asphalt street repairs, overlays, materials and
street maintenance services to:
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• Austin Bridge and Road, 6330 Commerce Drive, Suite 150, Irving, Texas;
• Reynolds Asphalt, 8713 Airport Freeway, Suite 100, North Richland Hills, Texas;
and
• Viking Construction, 2592 Shell Road, Georgetown, Texas.
Contracts are awarded to all companies as primary and secondary suppliers based on
pricing of product categories. The original bid was awarded for an initial term of one year
with an option for three, one-year renewals. This request represents the second renewal.
The estimated expenditure is $900,000.
ITEM NO. 3. APPROVED AWARD OF BID NO. 008-25
Approved award of Bid No. 008-25 for the purchase of plant protectants and fertilizers to
be used at Texas Star Golf Course to Simplot AB Retail, Inc., 17710 Honeysuckle Springs
Road, Humble, Texas. The estimated expenditure is $125,125.
ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED AWARD OF BID NO. 011-25
Approved award of Bid No. 011-25 and authorized the City Manager to execute a
construction contract with Texas Traffic LLC, 614 Shelby Road, Everman, Texas, for
intersection improvements. The estimated expenditure is $244,000.
ITEM NO. 5. AUTHORIZED THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF
PLAYGROUND SHADE STRUCTURES
Authorized the purchase and installation of playground shade structures for Midway Park
and the Parks at Texas Star South from Webuildfun, Inc., 103 West McDermott Drive,
Suite 300, Allen, Texas, through the BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative. The estimated
expenditure is $222,763.
ITEM NO. 6. AUTHORIZED THE PURCHASE OF POLICE EQUIPMENT AND
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Authorized the purchase of police equipment and professional services to implement a
Drone as a First Responder (DFR) Program from Paladin Drones, Inc., 10200 Richmond
Avenue, Suite 272, Houston, Texas. The estimated expenditure is $88,000.
ITEM NO. 7. AUTHORIZED THE 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, and
expenditures are made on an as needed basis.
ITEM NO. 8. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved City Council minutes of the precouncil and regular meeting of February 25,
2025.
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REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 9. DENIED REQUEST OF MOBILE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT CASE
NO. 25-01-CC
Director of Planning and Economic Development Michael Warrix presented the case to
City Council and advised that the applicant, Tacos los Tovares, is seeking approval to
register and operate a mobile food establishment at 3375 West Euless Boulevard, in
accordance with Section 42-29(d) of the City of Euless Code of Ordinances, as required
by Ordinance No. 2410. Staff review of the application resulted in the identification of the
following major areas of non-compliance:
The subject property is currently vacant. Code Section 42-29 prohibits location of
mobile food establishments on vacant lots;
2. No documentation was provided to meet the "proximity to permanent business"
requirement of Section 42-29, employee restroom access, and permanent
business certificate of occupancy;
3. The subject property's parking lot was paved at one time but that paving has since
deteriorated to the point that it would not be considered "paved"; and
4. Proof of the required $1 M liability insurance policy has not been provided.
Applicant stated that he will purchase a policy should his request be approved with
that being a condition of approval.
Mr. Warrix advised that it is staff's opinion that the location and operation of the subject
mobile food establishment is not in accordance with the spirit and intent of Section 42-29.
As a result, staff recommends denial.
In response to questions from Council Members Tompkins and Bynum, Mr. Warrix stated
that a mobile food establishment does not meet the requirements at this specific location;
however, he indicated that Mr. Villanueva has other viable locations within the City to
operate.
Council Member Bynum motioned to deny Mobile Food Establishment Case No. 25-01-
CC, prohibiting Tacos Los Tovares from operating at 3375 West Euless Boulevard.
Mayor Pro Tern Paudel seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 10. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 24-11-SP
Director of Planning and Economic Development Warrix presented the item to City
Council and advised that the applicant is seeking approval to reconstruct Trinity High
School located at Midway Park Addition, Block 45, Lot 12, 500 North Industrial Boulevard.
Mr. Warrix reviewed the four-year construction plan, site access, parking, landscaping,
lighting, building materials, and elevations. The Planning and Zoning Commission
considered the site plan at their regular meeting on February 18, 2025, and voted 7-0-0
to recommend approval.
Josh Minor, Executive Director of Facilities & Construction Services, Hurst -Euless -
Bedford Independent School District and Maddie White, Project Manager, Westwood
Professional Services, were present to address any questions regarding the item.
In response to questions from Council Member Bynum, Ms. White stated that a traffic
study of Ector Road and Trojan Way was performed at it related to the placement of the
tennis courts parking lot and the right of way off of Trojan Way, but the study did not
include Milam Drive; however, Mr. Minor advised that traffic concerns at Ector and Milam
Drives will be taken into consideration when planning begins for the reconstruction of
Midway Park Elementary. The proposed new layout for the elementary school is
expected to decrease the impact to traffic along Ector Drive and Milam Drive.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Site Plan No. 24-11-SP for the
reconstruction of Trinity High School at Midway Park Addition, Block 45, Lot 12, 500 North
Industrial Boulevard, in the Community Business (C-2) and Single -Family Detached
Dwelling (R-1) zoning district.
Council Member Price seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
CASE NO. 24-19-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL
READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2422
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 (SUP) for a place
of worship to be located at Puente Del Oeste Addition, Lot 4, 1001 West Euless
Boulevard, Suite 400. The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on
February 18, 2025, and voted 7-0-0 to recommend approval of the SUP with the following
conditions:
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1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name, Sozo Full Gospel
International Ministries;
2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owner, Nyukeni P. Okoroba; 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.
Pastor Nyukeni P. Okoroba, representing Sozo Full Gospel International Ministries, 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 Price motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2422, authorizing the
issuance of a Specific Use Permit for a place of worship to be located at Puente Del Oeste
Addition, Lot 4, 1001 West Euless Boulevard, Suite 400, 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 Tompkins seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and Eads
Nays: None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 12. HELD A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED SECOND AND
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2415
Mayor Martin presented the item to City Council and opened the public hearing at 7:33
p.m.
Tiffany Richmond, Senior Customer Service Executive Area Manager, Oncor Electric
Delivery Company, and Ricky Beall, Executive Associate, Oncor Electric Delivery
Company, were present to address any questions regarding the item.
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 the second and final reading of
Ordinance No. 2415, granting Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, its successors and
assigns, a non-exclusive Franchise to use public rights -of -way of the city of Euless for the
purposes of construction and operating an electric distribution and transmission system
for a period of 20 years.
Council Member Bynum seconded the motion.
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Ayes:
Nays:
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Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Paudel, Council Members Stinneford,
Tompkins, Price, Bynum, and Eads
None
Mayor Martin declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Barbara Kaytser, 1723 Lake Eden Drive, Euless, addressed the City Council regarding
the possibility of installing a fence around the outdoor playground area at Midway Park to
improve the safety of children from the fast-moving traffic in the parking lot. Additionally,
she requested consideration be given to add public restrooms at Trailwood Park.
ITEM NO. 14. REPORTS
Citv Manaqer
No report given.
Citv Attornev
No report given.
Citv Council
No report given.
ITEM NO. 15. ADJOURN
Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:36 p.m.
APPROVED:
Linda Martin, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kim Sut r, . RMC,` AMC,
City Secretary/Chief Governance Officer