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Home My WebLink About2017-01-10 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, January 10, 2017 A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin at 4:31 p.m. on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Linda Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Perry Bynum, Council Members Jeremy Tompkins, Eddie Price, Linda Eilenfeldt, and Harry Zimmer. Council Member Tim Stinneford arrived at 4:38 p.m. During the Precouncil meeting: > Council Member Linda Eilenfeldt expressed her appreciation to the Planning and Development Department staff for their efforts related to the opening of the new restaurant, Lazy Dog, in Glade Parks. ➢ City Secretary Kim Sutter introduced new Administrative Secretary John Bush and advised that Mr. Bush joined the City Secretary staff effective January 9, 2017. ➢ Assistant to the City Manager Betsy Deck advised of the results of the Taste of Main bingo card contest that ran through December 31, 2016, in conjunction with the Euless Small Business Association and the businesses along Main Street. > City Manager Loretta Getchell reviewed the regular agenda. > Police Lieutenant Brandon Zachary presented the Code update for the year end 2016 and discussed the most common Code violations seen by the department as well as health inspection cases. > Director of Public Works Hal Cranor presented the Public Works update for the period ending December 31, 2016, and provided updates on City projects, new employees, and the Trinity GAP Club. ➢ City Manager Getchell provided an update on the Dr. Pepper Stars Center concessions regarding alcohol sales in the facility. Discussion ensued regarding logistics and hours of operation. ➢ City Manager Getchell discussed a proposed change to the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 10 related to animal adoptions as it relates to a recent Texas Supreme Court ruling. > Assistant City Manager Chris Barker discussed the City's current ambulance billing contract and advised of new reporting requirements. He advised that a Council Minutes Page 2 of 7 January 10, 2017 Request for Proposal (RFP) has been issued For EMS billing and report writing services. > Finance Director Janina Jewell presented the 2016 year-end Financial update and advised that car rental tax was flat for the same period the previous year. Additionally, she advised of proposed changes to the Investment Policy. CLOSED SESSION The City Council convened into closed session at 6:04 p.m. for deliberation regarding the following: The purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as authorized by Section 551.072 related to: • 1375 West Euless Boulevard Concerning economic development as authorized by Section 551.087: • Discuss or deliberate regarding commercial or financial information that the City has received from business prospects that the City seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in the City and with which the City is conducting economic development negotiations; deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect. The City Council recessed closed session at 6:35 p.m. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS —COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Euless City Council continued their meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. for consideration of scheduled items. STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT City Manager Loretta Getchell Deputy City Manager Bob Freeman Assistant City Manager Chris Barker City Attorney Wayne Olson City Secretary Kim Sutter Deputy City Secretary Lindsay Wells Police Chief Mike Brown Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins Director of Public Works Hal Cranor Finance Director Janina Jewell Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald Fire Chief Wes Rhodes Information Services Administrator Scott Joyce Fleet and Facilities Administrator Kyle McAdams Human Resources/Risk Administrator Carolyn Marshall Council Minutes Page 3 of 7 January 10, 2017 Library Administrator Sherry Knight Assistant to the City Manager Betsy Deck Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton VISITORS Heath Barber Don Martin Faye Stinneford Debra Burk Sanjay Patel Lori Tompkins Lisa Bynum Kay Price Peggy Vandiver Jared Kraft Gene Shawl Mavy Wright Nancy Kraft Barney Snitz INVOCATION Mayor Pro Tem Perry Bynum gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Eddie Price led the pledge of allegiance. ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Director of Public Works Hal Cranor introduced Foreman Ruben Cardenas. Ruben was accompanied by his wife, Magdalena, son, Cruz, daughters, Bianca and Jazlin, father, Jesus, mother, Elva, brother, Rafael, sister-in-law, Maria, and members of the Public Works Department. Mayor Martin presented Ruben with a plaque commemorating his selection as Employee of the Year for 2016. ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS Deputy City Manager Bob Freeman introduced Executive Secretary Danette Thorpe. Danette was accompanied by her husband, Randy, daughter, Elise, and members of the City Manager's Office. Mayor Pro Tern Bynum presented Danette with a service pin commemorating her 10 years of service with the City. Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Senior Officer Brian Lord. Brian was accompanied by his wife, Cassandra, and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin presented Brian with a service pin commemorating his 10 years of service with the City. Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton and Golf Superintendent Scott Boven introduced Assistant Golf Superintendent Patrick Voss. Patrick was accompanied by his wife, Julie, son, Nicholas, daughter, Hailey, and members of Texas Star Golf Course. Council Member Stinneford presented Patrick with a service pin commemorating his 15 years of service with the City. Council Minutes Page 4 of 7 January 10, 2017 Fire Chief Wes Rhodes introduced Fire Inspector III/Public Education Coordinator Ken Rawlinson. Ken was accompanied by his wife, Alex, sons, Ethan and Evan, and members of the Fire Department. Council Member Eilenfeldt presented Ken with a service pin commemorating his 15 years of service with the City. Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Sergeant Mark Harris. Mark was accompanied by his wife, Stephanie, sons, Cade and Camden, and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin presented Mark with a service pin commemorating his 20 years of service with the City. Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Lieutenant Joe Kraft. Joe was accompanied by his wife, Nancy, son, Jared, daughter, Brandy Reed, son-in-law, Ryan Reed, and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin presented Joe with a service pin commemorating his 30 years of service with the City. REGULAR AGENDA ITEM NO. 3. APPROVED THE REVISED CITY OF EULESS AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT (ADA) TRANSITION PLAN Mayor Martin advised that this update to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan identifies items that have been completed during the past year and reflects changes and additional items that have been identified. Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the revised City of Euless Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Transition Plan. Council Member Eilenfeldt seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Eilenfeldt, and Zimmer Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 16-06-SP Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the Site Plan for City Council consideration and advised that Sanjay Patel, representing Shreeganesh Fuels, LLC, is seeking to redevelop an existing vacant convenience store and fuel station on the northeast corner of West Euless Boulevard and Wilshire Drive. The property has been vacant for over six months, so the redevelopment of the property requires consideration of a site plan. The property has historically been accessed from four drive approaches, and the redevelopment of the site will require closure of the two drive approaches closest to the intersection leaving one access drive from each of the intersecting roads. A five Council Minutes Page 5 of 7 January 10, 2017 foot sidewalk will be constructed adjacent to Wilshire Drive, and new sections will be added to establish a continuous sidewalk adjacent to West Euless Boulevard. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered the site plan on December 6, 2016, and voted to recommend approval by a vote of 7-0-0. Sanjay Patel, applicant and Shreeganesh Fuels owner, was present to address any questions. Council Member Tompkins inquired if a curb would be included in the new sidewalk leading into an adjoining property. Mr. Collins confirmed that the decision to construct a curb barrier would be an issue addressed between the adjoining property owners. Council Member Tompkins motioned to approve Site Plan No. 16-06-SP for Commercial Development proposed to be located on 0.466 acres of the Allen M. Downen Survey, Abstract No. 415, Tract 3G located at 1510 West Euless Boulevard. Council Member Price seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Eilenfeldt, and Zimmer Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 5. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 16-11-SP Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the Site Plan for City Council consideration and advised that Carrillo Engineering, LLC representing Advanced Auto Parts, will be constructing a new 6,902 square foot retail store. The building that is the current location of a barber shop will be demolished. The property is located on the southwest corner of West Euless Boulevard and Simmons Drive. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered the site plan on December 6, 2016, and voted to recommend approval by a vote of 7-0-0. Anna Blackwell, Carrillo Engineering, LLC, representing the applicant, was present to address any questions. Council Member Tompkins expressed his appreciation for the site plan approval process. Stating that several questions answered during the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting were helpful to him. Mayor Pro Tern Bynum motioned to approve Site Plan No. 16-11-SP for Commercial Development proposed to be located on 0.641 acres, South West Mills Subdivision, Block 2, Lot 6 located at 603 West Euless Boulevard. Council Minutes Page 6 of 7 January 10, 2017 Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Eilenfeldt, and Zimmer Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Mayor Pro Tem Bynum motioned to approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of December 13, 2016. Council Member Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Bynum, Council Members Stinneford, Tompkins, Price, Eilenfeldt, and Zimmer Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments. ITEM NO. 8. REPORTS City Manager No report given. City Attorney No report given. City Council Mayor Martin announced the following upcoming events: • Thursday, January 12, 2017, Euless Library Foundation event—Cave Explorer Bill Steele, Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library, 7:00 p.m.; • Saturday, January 14, 2017, Christmas tree recycling event, Euless Family Life Aquatic Park parking lot, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; • Saturday, January 14, 2017, Heritage Park Museum tours, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; • Thursday, January 19, 2017, Town Hall meeting, Euless City Hall, 7:00 p.m. Council Minutes Page 7 of 7 January 10, 2017 ITEM NO. 9. ADJOURN Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:38 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Lina Martin, Mayor __74t/e-i'r---) Ki Sutter, TRMC, City Secretary