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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-06-28MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING O. THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL June 28, 1983 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order at 8 :00 P.M., Tuesday, June 28, 1983, in the Council Chambers of the Euless Municipal Building, by Mayor Harold D. Samuels. Councilmembers present were Mayor Pro -Tem Willie Mae McCormick, Councilman Bob Eden, Councilman Ron Sternfels, and Councilman Robert Pippin. Councilman Glenn Walker was absent. Staff Members Present W. M. Sustaire, City Manager .lames Knight, City Engineer Torn Hart, Assistant. City Manager INVOCATION Bob McFarland, City Attorney Kay Rainey, City Secretary Rosemary Gafford, Secretary Visitors Judy King Frank Douglass Leland Smith Frank Schnell Brian Banashak Leon Hatfield B. E. Gifford Wayne Bolling Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Good Ken and Elecne Hoskins Scott Heitman Ronnie and Juanell McClendon and other interested persons The invocation was given by Councilman Robert M. Pippin, APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of the regular meeting on June 14, 1983, were approved as written. 1983 -123 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Two OLD BUSINESS ITEM 1: SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 742 Mrs. McCormick moved to approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 742, for a change of zoning from "R -1" Single - family Dwelling District to "R -2" Two- family Dwelling District with "CUD" for single - family attached housing on certain property out of the J. E. Field Survey, A -540, relating to Zoning Case No. 395. Mr. Eden seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Eden, Pippin and Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 2: SECOND AND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 743 Mr. Pippin moved to approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 743, for a change of zoning from "R -1" Single- family Dwelling District to "R -2" Two - family Dwelling District with "CUD" Conforming Housing to single- family attached regulations, "C -1" Neighborhood Business District, and "C -2" Community Business District, on certain property out of the E. Taylor Survey, A -1550, relating to Zoning Case No. 400. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion. Ayes: Mr. Pippin, Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Eden and Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 3: SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 744 Mr. Eden moved to approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 744, for a change of zoning from "R -3" Multi-family Dwelling District with "CUD" (Townhomes) to "R -3 Multi - family Dwelling District, on certain property out of the Ray Shelton Subdivision, relating to Zoning Case No. 402. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion. Ayes: Mr. Eden, Mrs. McCormick, Mr. Sternfels Nays: Mr. Pippin Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983 -124 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Three ITEM 4: PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING CASE NO. 366 Mayor Samuels explained the public hearing process and opened the public hearing for Zoning Case No. 366, a request of Ralph Good and Frankie Reynolds for a change of zoning from "C -1" Neighborhood Business District to "R -2" Two - Family Dwelling District, on Lots 12 -16, Block 16, Cedar Hills Estates, located south of Sunset Drive, east of Vine Street, north of South Pipeline, and west of South Main Street. Mr. Ralph Good, 904 Circle Lane, Bedford, Texas, owner of three of the five lots, and representing Frankie Reynolds, owner of the two remaining lots, presented the request for rezoning of this property. Mr. Good reviewed the history of the property and explained the uses of the surrounding land in the area. He explained that they were planning to build single - family attached homes on these lots. When the property was originally zoned for neighborhood business district, it was believed the area would develop along these lines; however, this has not occurred. The owners of the property now feel these lots would benefit the area as a buffer zone between "R -1" and "R zoning districts. Mr. Good asked the City Council to consider his request and grant the zoning change. Mayor Samuels asked if there were other proponents for the zoning request, There being none, he asked if there were any opponents to the zoning change. There being none, he asked if there were any questions or discussion of the Council, There being none, Mayor Samuels declared the public hearing closed. Mrs. McCormick commented that she would be in favor of changing the zoning to a single - family attached housing district. Mr. Sternfels added that since the developer wants to build single-- family attached homes on these lots, then perhaps there could be some provision made for that. Mr. Eden stated that even though single- family attached was not requested by the property owner, that stipulation would be better for the City zoning in the area. City Attorney, Bob McFarland, advised the City Council that an ordinance could be approved for "CUD" limited to single - family attached housing, with the replat serving as the site plan at the time of development. Mr. Ralph Good said this would be acceptable to him and Mrs. Reynolds. Mr. Eden moved to approve Zoning Case No. 366 for a change of zoning from "C- 1" Neighborhood Business District to "R -2" Two- family Dwelling District with "CUD" limited to single- family attached housing. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Pippin, Sternfels, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983 -125 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Four ITEM 5: PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING CASE NO. 403 Mayor Samuels reviewed the public hearing process and opened the public hearing for Zoning Case No. 403, a request of Ronnie and Juanell McClendon for a change of zoning from "C -2" Community Business District to "C -2" Community Business District with Special Permit for Commercial Amusement (Teen Club) for Lease Space No. 82 of Tract A, Wilshire 'Village Shopping Center. Ronnie McClendon, 513 Bocowood, Euless. Texas, presented the request for the zoning change. He and his wife, Juanell, wanted to offer an alternative for teenagers who now spend their leisure time in the various parking lots of the City. They were interested in opening a teen club for ages 14 through 19, with no drugs, alcohol, or smoking, and with supervision. Mr. McClendon stated that fountain drinks, popcorn, peanuts, and other similar snacks would be provided, as well as a few video games and a dance floor. A security guard would be on duty during hours of operation. Mr. McClendon provided the City Council with a list of rules and regulations for the establishment. He advised further that the hours of operation would be 7:00 p.rn. to midnight on Friday and Saturday nights through the school year, and on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the summer. They would be closed Wednesday and Sunday nights. Mr. Pippin asked if there would be two officers on duty. Mr. McClendon replied that there would be one officer at the front door. Mr. Sternfels asked what Mr. McClendon's qualifications were to enable him to successfully operate a teen club. Mr. McClendon stated that he had eight -years experience with the Fire Department, and had frequently worked with young people at the public schools. He stated that he felt young people are good people, and they need a place to go and spend their time with a good influence and correct supervision. The bowling ,alley and movie theater at this time are the only places young people have to "hang out." He stated he felt they need a place where they can sit, talk and visit. He explained that ;:heir entry fee and rules along that line would discourage the young people from running in and out of the building. Mayor Samuels asked if there were any other proponents for the zoning case. There being none, he asked if there were any opponents to the zoning case. There being none, he asked if there were any further questions or discussion of the Council. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Sternfels moved to approve Zoning Case No. 403 in accordance with recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Pippin, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. Mr. Sternfels asked when the business would be ready to open. Mr. McClendon stated that they would open as soon as the building could be prepared, hopefully within a month. 1983 -126 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Five ITEM 6: AUDIENCE REQUESTED BY FRANK DOUGLASS REGARDING CIVIL DEFENSE SIRENS Mr. Frank Douglass, 502 Martin Lane, Euless, Texas, presented a report to the Euless City Council regarding civil defense sirens for the City of Euless. On March 22, 1983, the Euless City Council requested that a study be conducted as to the feasibility of a c i v i l defense siren system for the City of Euless, with cost figures being provided. Mr. Douglass stated this action had been taken and he, along with several other people here tonight, were prepared to present their findings and answer questions of the City Council. Mr. Douglass stated that he and other members of the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service were here tonight. They worked as weather spotters, amateur radio operators, and assisted during emergencies. They provided training to their members and worked in disaster areas along with the Red Cross and other emergency groups. Frank Schnell, 1811 Greenbriar Drive, Euless, Texas, presented various levels of coverage that were feasible for the City. He discussed the equipment presently in use in the cities of Bedford, Hurst, and Paris, Texas. He explained the types of sirens available, their sound quality, and their volume. After explaining the various models available, he recom- mended the P-50 Model, and that two of these be purchased at a total price of approximately $65,000. Mr. Douglass, using a City of Euless map, outlined the zones of coverage now provided by the Bedford and Hurst sirens. He then outlined the areas of proposed coverage of the two Model P -50 sirens that were being recommended for the City of Euless. This display indicated that all of Euless would be covered with the exception of two tiny areas that were presently uninha- bited. Mr. Leon Hatfield explained the various types of warning signals. Mayor Samuels thanked the gentlemen for their presentation, which was very informative and well organized. He stated that the City Council will meet in a budget. worksession July 29th and 30th, and will definitely discuss this item. He also stated that a Mayor's Newsletter would be sent out sometime in July, and this newsletter will request citizens to comment and prioritize the civil defense sirens and other items. Mrs. McCormick stated she felt this was an excellent presentation and report and the research presented was very informative. The City Council thanked the group for their time and their efforts. 1983 -127 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Six ITEM 7: AUDIENCE REQUESTED BY BRIAN BANASHAK REGARDING A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY BUILDINGS Mr. Brian Banashak, Administrator of the Oaks School, 1401 North 'Min Street, Euless, Texas, presented his request for a special permit for two temporary buildings. He explained that the Oaks is a school located on North Main Street, and has approximately 145 students. Enrollment is up, and an overcrowded situation has developed. The school services ages 9 through 18 years of age, the fourth (through the twelfth grades. it is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and for the last two years has had from 50 to 70 students. Mr. Banashak described the temporary buildings that were needed, referring to the drawings and photographs provided for the City Council. City Attorney Bob McFarland asked Mr. Banashak if they were licensed by the State. His concern was whether or not State law would apply to the building standards for safety regarding these temporary buildings. Mr. McFarland stated that he would check the State statutes and coordinate the information with City Engineer, dames Knight. Mr. Banashak said that he had consulted with the Fire Marshall, Mike Logan, and they were in agreement to meet City specifications regarding foundation and other safety standards. There was some discussion had as to other possible locations for the buildings, but it was decided to leave there as designed by the school. Mr. Banashak stated they would be happy to comply with all City standards and regulations for safety regarding these buildings. Mr. Eden moved to approve and grant a special permit for two temporary buildings at 1401 North Main Street, Euless, Texas, subject to the buildings meeting all City and State requirements regarding safety standards and fire codes and other regulations pertaining to structural safety, and further that the permit be in effect until June 30, 1985. Mrs. McCormick seconded the motion. Ayes: Mr. Eden, Mrs. McCor€nick, Messrs. Pippin, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the mot ion carried. 1983 -128 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Seven ITEM 8: CONSIDERATION OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 745 Mr. Sternfels moved to approve first and final reading of Ordinance No. 745 on an emergency basis, amending Article III of the Euless Code of Ordinances, to correct a typographical error in the definition therein contained in the term "occupancy," as previously defined in Ordinance No. 731. Mr. Eden seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Eden, Pippin, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 9: CONSIDERATION OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 746 Mr. Eden moved to approve first and final reading of Ordinance No. 746 on an emergency basis, amending Section 7 -1002 of Ordinance No. 347, to require a specific permit for the sale of certain alcoholic beverages within the City of Euless. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Pippin, Sternfels, Mrs. McCormick Nays : None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 10: CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 83 -549 Mr. Pippin moved to approve Resolution No. 83 -549, suspending for 120 days the rate increase request made by Lone Star Gas Company on June 9, 1983, thereby suspending the rate increase 120 days from the date of July 15, 1983. The purpose for this suspension would be to conduct a study regarding the rate increase request. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Pippin, Sternfels, Eden Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. (City Secretary's notation: Mrs. McCormick was absent from the room during voting.) 1983 -129 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - dune 28, 1983 - Page Eight ITEM 11: CONSIDERATION OF PLATTING Mr. Pippin moved to approve the rep]acting of Lots 4R -7, Harwood Plaza, into Lot 4R -2, Block 1, Harwood Plaza (Value Lumber), located south of Harwood Road and east and adjacent to FM 157, in accordance with the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Pippin, Sternfels, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried, ITEM 12: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A. PUBLIC HEARING Mrs. McCormick moved to call a public hearing on August 23, 1983, for Zoning Case No. 408, a request of Nei tzel -Wi ldes investment Company for a change of zoning from "R -I" Single - family Dwelling District to "C -2" Community Business District, on 1A7, J. E. Field Survey, A -540, located south and adjacent to Glade Road, west of Quail Run Estates, and east of Baze Drive. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs, McCormick, Messrs. Sternfels, Pippin, Eden Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM . 13: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING Mrs. McCormick moved to call a public hearing on August 23, 1983, for Zoning Case No. 409, a request of Miller - McDonald Electrical, Inc., for a change of zoning from "PD" Planned Development for "C -1" Neighborhood Business District uses to "C--2" Community Business District, on Tract 1A1A, J. E. Field Survey, A -540, located west and adjacent to North Main Street and south of Glade Road. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Sternfels, Pippin, Eden Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983-130 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Nine ITEM 14: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A. PUBLIC HEARING Mrs. McCormick moved to call a public hearing on September 13, 1983, for Zoning Case No. 411, a request of Dunaway Associates for James Harris for a change of zoning from. "R-1" Single - family Dwelling District to "R -2" Two- family Dwelling District and "C -2" Community Business District, on Tracts 1AIA, 1A1B, and a portion of Tracts IA1C, 1A2, and 1A6, E. Taylor Survey, A- 1550, located south and adjacent to Glade Road, west of Fuller Wiser Road, and north and adjacent to Cinnamon Ridge Addition. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Sternfeis, Pippin, Eden Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 15: CONSIDERATION OF BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Mrs. McCormick moved to approve the following Board and Commission Appointments: Advisory Board for Social Concerns Flame Place No. Terri Expires David A. Womack 1 1985 Larry Ingram 7 1985 Gerald Ball 8 1985 Rod Ashford 9 1985 Jerri Walker Alternate 1985 Civil Service Commission John Lynch 3 1986 Library Board Sonya Adams 1 1985 Chuck Canton 2 1985 Sue Ann Eichelberger 3 1985 David R. Sallee 6 1984 Brenda Ashford P1ternate 1985 1983 -131 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Ten ITEM 15: CONSIDERATION OF BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS (Cont.) Park and Recreation Board Name Place No. Terre Expires Marl and Ernest 1 1985 Helen Lightbody 2 1985 Billy Owens 3 1985 D. R. Hawthorne 6 1984 Ron Henson First Alternate 1985 Brenda Ashford Second Alternate 1984 Planning and Zoning Commission John Diethloff 1 1985 Jack Hill 2 1985 Carolyn Park 3 1985 Zoning Board of Adjustment Marland Ernest Helen Lightbody Mr. Eden seconded the motion, 1985 2 1985 Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Eden, Pippin, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor, Samuels declared the motion carried, ITEM 16: CONSIDERATION OF GRANTING AUTHORIZATION TO CITY MANAGER Mr, Pippin moved to grant authorization to the City Manager to proceed with preparation of construction drawings for the extension of North Main Street from Little Bear Creek to Glade Road, including an additional span on the bridge over Little Bear Creek. Mr, Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs, Pippin, Sternfels, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays : None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983 -132 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - June 28, 1983 - Page Eleven ITEM 17: CONSIDERATION OF GRANTING AUTHORIZATION TO CITY MANAGER Mrs. McCormick moved to grant authorization to the City Manager to proceed with preparation of drawings for construction of a two - million - gallon ele- vated water storage tank to be located on North Main Street. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Pippin, Eden, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 18: CONSIDERATION OF GRANTING AUTHORIZATION TO CITY MANAGER Mr. Eden moved to grant authorization to the City Manager to issue final payment to the contractor for street improvements which have been completed on Freestone Drive, Limestone Drive, and Limestone Court, based on final inspection rnade by City staff. Mr, Pippin: seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Pippin, Sternfels, and Mrs, McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 19: CONSIDERATION OF PARTICIPATION Mrs. McCormick moved for the City of Euless to participate with Trinity. River Authority in the construction of a sanitary sewer line to serve the area north of Little Bear Creek, west of FM 157, to Cheek - Sparger Road. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Sternfels, Pippin, Eden Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983-133 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - dune 28, 1983 - Page Twelve ITEM 20: CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. McFarland advised the City Council that the bill introduced by the City Secretary's Association concerning submission of petitions was approved by the Senate and House, but has been vetoed by the Governor. ITEM 21: CITY ENGINEER'S REPORT Mr. Knight stated he had nothing to report. COMMENTS Mr. Sternfels asked if something could be done about the condition that has developed at DFW Tropical Plants. He stated it seemed to be a storing place for trash and lumber. Mr. Sustaire advised him that the location was pending in bankruptcy court, and the City was limited to what action they could take. He stated that the Inspection Department was working with the business and trying to keep the situation from growing worse. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:05 P.M. ATTEST: APPROVED: