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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983-08-09MINUTES OFA� REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL August 9, 1983 CALL TO ORDER 1983 -160 A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order at 8:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 9, 1983, in the Council Chambers of the Euless Municipal Building, by Mayor Harold D. Samuels. Councilmembers present were Mayor Pro -Terri Willie Mae McCormick, Councilman Robert Pippin, Councilman Bob Eden, Councilman Glenn Walker , and Councilman Ron Stern - fe1s. Staff Members Present W. M. Sustaire, City Manager dames Knight, City Engineer Tom Hart, Assistant City Manager INVOCATION dames Cribbs. City Attorney Randy Price, City Attorney Kay Rainey, City Secretary Visitors Mike Sandlin Nan Arnold Robert Power Ron Tipton Mike Owens Mr. and Mrs. Andy Cohen Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Fredman Mr. and Mrs. Steven L. Crawford Donald C. Harris C. L. Johnson Steven and Marcia Crawford William and Becky Nelson and other interested parties The invocation was given by Councilman Bob Eden. 1983 -161 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Two OLD BUSINESS ITEM 1: SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 752 Mr. Pippin moved to approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 752 for a change of zoning from "R -1" Single - family Dwelling District to "R -2" Two - family Dwelling District with "CUD" for Conforming Housing to Single- family Attached Regulations, on certain property out of the Arnett Addition, relating to Zoning Case No. 406. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Pippin, Walker, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: Mr. Sternfels Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 2: SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 753 Mr. Eden moved to approve second and final reading of Ordinance No. 753, for a change of zoning from "R -1" Single- family Dwelling District to "C -1" Neighborhood Business District and "R-2" Two - family Dwelling District with "CUD" for Conforming Housing for Single - family Attached Regulations, on certain property out of the J. E. Whitener Estate, relating to Zoning Case No. 405. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Pippin, Walker, Sternfels, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 3: PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING CASE NO. 407 Mayor Samuels opened the public hearing for Zoning Case No. 407, a request of John Landon with Crow Development Company, for a change of zoning from "R -1" Single - family Dwelling District to "R -2" Two- family Dwelling Dis- trict, on Tract 2B, B. Harrington Surrey, A -808, located south of Carlisle Pines, west and adjacent to Baze Drive, and north of Bear Creek Estates. Mr. John Landon, Crow Development Company, presented the request for the zoning change, He stated that on June 7, 1983, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to deny the zoning case. Three homeowners appeared and spoke against the zoning change at that time, with the main objection being the increased traffic that would be placed onto Baze Road and Priest Lane. Mr, Landon reviewed the zoning case request, stating that they proposed to 1983 -162 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Three build 60 single-family attached homes. He reviewed the surrounding property it the area and stated this proposed zoning would be a good buffer. There would be three cul-de-sacs, with all lots being serviced by an alley. No lots would face on future collector streets. They plan: to go to great extent to preserve all the trees possible and have an attractive landscaping in the area, They proposed 30-foot yards instead of the 25 required, to preserve more trees. Mr. Landon pointed out that the Crow Development Company had developed Woodlands Addition and McCormick Farms Addition. Mayor Samuels asked if there were additional proponents for the zoning case. There being none he asked if the City Council had any questions of the proponent. There being none, he asked if there were any opponents to the zoning case. Mr. Gene Burker, who resides at the corner of Cherry Ann [}rive and Bale Road, objected to the zoning change because of increase in traffic creating unsafe conditions, roadways in the area being too narrow, and devaluation of his home, Mr. Clifford Johnson, 509 Westover, was against the zoning change because the Planning and Zoning Commission had denied it and he felt they should be supported. Mr. Allen Nickel, who lives at the corner of Bear Creek Drive and Cherry Ann Drive, objected because of the traffic increase the zoning change would create. Mr. Dale Huffman, who resides on Regina Court, was against the zoning case. Mr. Gary Wright, 513 Westover, was opposed because of the increase in density. Mr, Bill Pulwenski, 515 Westover, was opposed to the zoning change due to congestion in the area and the present streets being inadequate for increased traffic flow. Lynn L oile, 201 Westover, objected due to it creating a traffic hazard, single - family residences being zoned there now, creating a hazard for children in the area, and just wanting to keep the area a nice place to live. Mayor Samuels asked the audience if those who were present and in opposition to the zoning case would please raise their hands for a count. Mayor Samuels counted the hands and advised there were 47 people present who opposed the zoning change. Mayor Samuels asked if there were other opponents to the zoning change. There being none, he asked if there were any further questions or discussion of the City Council. There being none, Mayor Samuels asked if the City Council had any further questions of the proponent. Mr. John Landon asked if he could address some of the objections made by the homeowners. Mayor Samuels stated that he could. Mr. Landon reiterated that there were nine and one -half acres involved in this case, and reviewed some of the aspects of the case that he felt would be a positive influence on the community. Mayor Samuels asked if any persons in opposition would like to say anything else. 1933 -163 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Four Members of the audience asked a few information questions, with their questions being answered. Mrs. McCormick asked Mr. Landon what size the units would be. Mr. Landon stated they would be a minimum of 1,100 square feet. Mayor Samuels asked if there was any further discussion or questions. Discussion was had relating to City services in the north section of town regarding the new fire station, new water storage tank, new police officers and patrol district, etc. A proposal for placing speed bumps on some of the neighborhood streets was discussed. Enforcement of speed zones in the neighborhood areas was discussed. Mr. Roland Knott joined the meeting at this time and stated that he was originally opposed to the zoning case; however, had met with the developer and had several items explained to him, and he understood the zoning ng request more clearly now. He was now in favor of the zoning change. Mayor Samuels asked if there were any further discussion or comments from anyone. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Sternfels moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and deny the zoning request. Mr. Eden seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Eden, Pippin f46.ys: Mrs. McCormick, Mr. Walker Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 4: PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING CASE NO. 410 Mayor Samuels opened the public hearing for Zoning Case No. 410, a request of Paul Spain for a change of zoning from "R -1" Single - family Dwelling District, " -1" Light Industrial District, "C -2" Community Business District, and "PD" Planned Developmen, to "R -3 ", "R -4 ", and "R-5' Multi- family Dwelling District with "CUD" for Conforming Housing, "C-1" Neigh- borhood Business District, "C -2" Community Business District, and "I -1" Light .industrial District, on Tracts 3, 3A1, 3A2, 3A3, 4 and 6, S. Tucker Survey, A -1512; Tracts 1, 2, 3, 3A, 5, and 6, R. Crowley Survey, A -312; and Tracts l., 1A, 1A1, 4, 5, 5A, and 6, A. Bradford Survey, A -152, located between Fuller -Wiser Road and DFW Airport.. Mr. Robert Power, Attorney at. Law, 700 West. Airport Freeway, Irving, Texas, represented Paul Spain and Terra Properties in presenting this zoning request. He reviewed the location and description of the property, and stated that it contained 681 acres, with 515 acres involved in this particular zoning case. He presented his professional opinion of the 1983 -164 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Five quality of workmanship of Terra Properties and Triland Corporation, and outlined their professional abilities and reputation in completing their work within the highest quality possible. He outlined the years of research in this project, the many consultants that were involved in its planning, and the millions of dollars of funds available to be escrowed regarding this project. He stated the Euless Planning and Zoning Commission had unanimously approved the project as presented at its public hearing. He stated that Mr. Paul Spain had recently met with approximately 35 persons who lived in the area and had answered their questions and explained the details of the proposal to them. Mr. Powers outlined the details of the project regarding street configurations and landscaping innovations. Mr. Paul ;pain, One Lincoln Center, Dallas, Texas, explained the current zoning of these tracts of land, and advised what the proposed changes were. He remarked that this would be a total plan, with streets, utilities, landscaping, and all -site influences being worked out and constructed and improved in a specific pattern to accomplish an overall common goal that would benefit the city and the people who would reside in the area to the maximum extent possible. Mayor Samuels asked if there were other proponents for the zoning case. Duane White, 1700 Acorn Drive, Euless, Texas, stated that he preferred private -home ownership rather than commercial and industrial use, but he felt this development would be an asset to the City, since it included cement streets, good drainage, good landscaping and was overall well planned. Mayor Samuels asked if there were other proponents for this zoning case. There being none, he asked if there were any questions from the City Council. There being none, he asked if there were any opponents to the zoning case. The following persons spoke in opposition to the zoning case: Rick Carson, 421 Thorn Wood, Euless; Ron Tipton, 505 Thorn Wood, Euless; Jesus Perez- Guillermety, 1804 Chittam Drive, Euless; Gerald Hill, 2614 Kaylin Lane, Euless; David Butler, 501 Thorn Wood, Euless; Leti Carson, 421 Thorn Wood, Euless; and Mark W. Hardy, 1805 Chittam Drive, Euless. Their reasons for opposition include more density in the area, more traffic on the streets, more demand on City services, and a threat to the quiet life style they now enjoy at their hones. Rick Carson presented a petition with 118 signatures from residents of Woodland Addition, expressing a desire that the City seal off the streets in their neighborhood to eliminate through traffic coming through their area. He stated that they wanted the City to consider installing speed bumps and making deadend streets to discourage residents who moved into the new development ent area from traveling through their area. Mir. Ron Tipton requested that the City consider installing three -foot cement walkways along Fuller-Wiser Road for persons who would be walking in that area. 1983 -165 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August. 9, 1983 - Page Six Mayor Samuels asked if there were any other opponents to the zoning case. There being none, he asked if there were any other questions or discussion of the Council. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Eden remarked that a good portion of this project was already zoned, and that the City Council could not change the zoning that was already there. He stated that he would prefer all of the land to remain as a pasture, but this just will not happen and would not be good for the overall citizenry of Euless. He felt that having this development under the control of one developer would ensure the highest quality project possible, and that the City could control its progress and ensure that positive actions be taken in its building. There is best control in use of land when working with one developer, as opposed to working with many developers on many different projects. That was one big advantage with this proposal. Mrs. McCormick moved to approve Zoning Case No. 41.0 in accordance with the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission. She commented that it would make an excellent buffer between the airport and other properties to the west of the proposed development. She stated that 200 condominiums were being built to the south and east of her home, and she felt that having one developer do this would be best for quality and control. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Walker, Pippin, Eden, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. NEW BUSINESS ITEM 5: CONSIDERATION OF RESIGNATIONS Mrs. McCormick moved to accept the resignation of Dorothy A. Zimmerman from Place 2 of the Advisory Board for Social Concerns. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Sternfels, Pippin, Eden, Walker Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983 -166 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Seven ITEM 6: CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS Mr. Eden moved to (a) approve the appointment of Miss Elsa Cavazos to Place 10 of the Advisory Board for Social Concerns, with her terry to expire at the time of the 1985 appointments, and (b) to approve the appointment of Mrs. Sonya Adams as the lay representative to the Texas Library System. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Sternfels, Pippin, Walker, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 7: CONSIDERATION OF PLATTING Mrs. McCormick moved to approve preliminary platting of Park Hill Addition, located north of State Highway 10, south of Marlene Drive, and east and adjacent to Westpark Way, in accordance with the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Walker, Pippin, Eden, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 8: CONSIDERATION OF PLATTING Mr. Eden moved to approve final platting of Cinnamon Ridge Addition - Phase III, located east of North Main Street, west of Fuller -Wiser Road, south of Glade Road, and north of McCormick Farm, in accordance with the recommen- dations of the Planning and Zoning Comission. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Pippin, Walker, Sternfels, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983 -167 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Eight ITEM 9: CONSIDERATION OF PLATTING Mrs. McCormick moved to approve final platting of Cinnamon Ridge Addition - Phase P1, located east of North Main Street, west of Fuller - Wiser Road, south of Glade Road, and north of McCormick Farm, in accordance with the recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Pippin seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Pippin, Eden, Walker, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 10: CONSIDERATION OF PLATTING Mr. Eden moved to deny the replatting of Tract A. Bear Creek Estates Addition, located north and adjacent to Bear Creek Drive, south of Westover Drive, west of North Main Street, and east of Driskill Drive, until the plat reflected the screening fence requirement, and that the replat be scheduled for the September 13, 1983, City Council meeting for further consideration. Mr. Sternfels seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Eden, Sternfels, Pippin, Walker, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 11: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Sternfels moved to call a public hearing on September 13, 1983, for. Zoning Case No. 413, a request. of Dale McFarland for a change of zoning from "I -2 to "I -1" with special permit for a Dance Hall on a portion of Block 0, International /Regional Industrial Complex, located on the southeast corner of Westpark Way and Regal Parkway. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Walker, Pippin, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 193 -168 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Nine ITEM 12: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A. PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Sternfels moved to call a public hearing on September 27, 1983, for Zoning Case No. 414, a request of Keith Wallace for a change of zoning from "R_1" to "C -2" and "R -5" "CUD" on Tracts 4, 48, and 4C, Levi Franklin Survey, A -513, located east and adjacent to FM 157, and north of proposed Cheek Sparger Road. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Walker, Pippin, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 13: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Sternfels moved to call a public hearing on September 27, 1983, for Zoning Case No. 415, a. request of Bill Dunn for a change of zoning from "C- 1" to a PLanned Development for Retail, Office/Warehouse, and Self-storage on Lot 27, Block C, Somerset Place Addition, located east and adjacent to North Main Street, south and adjacent to Midway Drive, and west of Primrose Hill. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Walker, Pippin, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 14: CONSIDERATION OF CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING Mr, Sternfels moved to call a public nearing on October 11, 1983, for Zoning Case No. 416, a request of Jim Fitzgerald for a change of zoning from "C -1" and "C -2" to "R-3" "CUD" on Tracts 28 and 281, J. P. Halford Survey, A -711, located west and adjacent to North Main Street, south of Midway Drive, west of Rimes Drive, and north of Fuller Street. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Messrs. Sternfels, Walker, Pippin, Eden, Mrs. McCormick Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. 1983 -169 Euless City Council Regular Meeting - August 9, 1983 - Page Ten ITEM 15: CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 83 -551 Mrs. McCormick moved to approve Resolution No. 83 -551, to participate with the Trinity River Authority in the regulation of an industrial waste water pretreatment program. Mr. Walker seconded the motion. Ayes: Mrs. McCormick, Messrs. Walker, Pippin, Eden, Sternfels Nays: None Mayor Samuels declared the motion carried. ITEM 16: CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT Mr. Cribbs stated that he had nothing to report. ITEM 717: CITY ENGINEER's REPORT Mr. Knight stated he had nothing to report. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11 :05 p.m. APPROVED: Harold D. Samuels, Mayor ATTEST: Kay ai'�ey, ^k ity S Mary s i '` t L/'