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OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
March 25, 1997
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib Saleh
at 4:25 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 1997, in the Administration Building Conference
Room. Those present included Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Bobby Baker and
Council Members Carl Tyson, Leon Hogg, Charles Miller, Glenn Walker, and Katie
Edwards. Precouncil discussion was held on agenda items and other scheduled items.
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Euless City Council continued their meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:05 p.m.
for consideration of scheduled items.
Staff Members Present
Joe Hennig, Assistant City Manager; Paul Wieneskie, City Attorney; Susan Crim, City
Secretary; Torn Cox, Director of Support Services; Bo Bass, Director of Planning and
Development; Paul Kruckemeyer, City Engineer; Andrea Baxter, Assistant City Engineer;
Lee Koontz, Fire Chief; Randy Byers, Public Works Director; Joey Ziemian, Police
Captain; Jim Moy, Inspection Services Supervisor; Rick Andrews, Police Reserve Officer;
Scott Campbell, Administrative Assistant; Jenny Kratz, Municipal Relations Coordinator;
Shelly Bird, Assistant to the City Secretary.
Visitors
Carolyn Park, Planning and Zoning Commissioner Billy Owens.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Glenn Walker led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
Mayor Saleh gave the invocation.
ITEM NO. 1 PRESENTATION OF APPRECIATION CERTIFICATE TO
FORMER STATE REPRESENTATIVE CAROLYN PARK.
Mayor Saleh presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Representative Carolyn Park for
her service and dedication to District 92 and the citizens of Euless. Mayor Saleh reported
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N'"` that Ms. Park gave the City two flags that have flown over the Capitol in Austin to be
placed in our new library and new golf course conference center.
ITEM NO. 2 AUDIENCE REQUESTED BY COVINGTON HILL NEIGHBORHOOD
ASSOCIATION
Mr. Vincent J. P. Basset of the Covington Neighborhood Association addressed the
following issues:
1. Homes settling excessively, causing damage to foundations/bricks and
interior walls in Covington Hill;
2. Foundations sinking/raising and warping;
3. Drainage problems;
4. Improper "lot" preparations and development in Covington Hill; and
5. Condition of undeveloped "lot" at 1001 Tennison Drive.
Mayor Saleh thanked Mr. Basset for coming to the meeting and stated that she would
have the city staff look into the concerns. Mayor Saleh also told Mr. Basset that she
appreciated their neighborhood newsletter.
Council Member Miller asked Mr. Basset if any of the home owners purchased the HOW
home owners warranty program and asked if this would not cover the foundation repairs.
Mr. Basset stated they all purchased the warranty, adding that it would not cover the
foundation repairs unless the foundation/structural problems met certain guidelines
(hazardous to your health, low bearing wall structural components, etc.). Mayor Saleh
requested a list of the items that the warranty requires to be turned into the city staff.
Assistant City Manager Joe Hennig informed Mr. Basset that he would give him a call and
discuss this further.
Mr. Ruben Santiago, 800 Peterstow, stated that his home was damaged the most, adding
that his house had shifted so much that he could not get his doors open, but that the
insurance company has agreed to repair his home.
ITEM NO. 3 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT #96-41 -
SHAVANO PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:23 p.m. for Specific Use Permit #96-41 -
Shavano Park Apartments at Bear Creek - for a multi-family housing development in the
1900 block of State Highway 360.
Director of Planning and Development Bo Bass stated that the request being presented
was for a specific use permit for a multi-family housing development with 216 units on
,,,, 14.98 acres (14.4 units per acre). The property is currently zoned CUD #678 and #754,
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%my which allows multi-family housing up to 25 and 20 units per acre respectively. The City's
Comprehensive Land Development Plan shows this area as multi-family in nature. All of
the property in the surrounding area is zoned for multi-family at 20 to 26 units per acre.
Mr. Bass stated that a total of 7 notices were mailed to property owners and citizens and
that no one spoke in opposition to the request at the Planning and Zoning's public
hearing.
Mr. Bob Welty with Rawls/Welty Architects, 13601 Preston Road, Dallas, the architect
representing the owners of the project, spoke as a proponent for the specific use permit.
He stated that 50% of the project is in the flood plain, that there are five different unit
plans ranging in size from 718 square foot one bedroom units to 1,252 square foot three
bedroom units, with the average unit size being 905 square feet. The project will contain
nine 24-unit, three story buildings, a 2,600 square foot club building with exercise facilities
and swimming pool adjacent. There will be 421 parking spaces, including 54 garages,
162 carports and 205 open spaces. There are two secured, gated entrances, one on
Bear Creek Boulevard and one on SH 360 frontage road. Mr. Welty stated they have
complied with all requests of the City staff and the Villages of Bear Creek Architectural
Review Committee.
There being no further proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing
at 7:23 p.m.
ITEM NO. 4 APPROVAL OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT #96-41 - SHAVANO
PARK APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK
Council Member Tyson asked Mr. Welty if they had committed to installing a pole light in
the Southeast corner of the apartment project. Mr. Welty stated they had.
Mayor Pro Tern Baker asked if the specifications for the deceleration lane to State
Highway 360 are completely within the Texas Department of Transportation guidelines.
City Engineer Paul Kruckemeyer said the deceleration lane as shown is a pretty standard,
conventional one, and the developer will be required to obtain a permit from the Texas
Department of Transportation when they review the plans. Mr. Kruckemeyer stated he
did not feel that TXDOT would have a problem with the design.
Mr. Baker asked if there had been any thought about an acceleration lane in that area.
Mr. Kruckemeyer stated that was part of the traffic study and that actually the traffic study
recommended cutting down the existing lane because it is so wide.
Council Member Miller asked Mr. Bass if wrought iron fence would exist all the way
around the project, including the area where Little Bear Creek is. Mr. Bass stated that
it would. Mr. Miller then asked Mr. Bass how the City would address the stucco to make
sure the standards are met. Mr. Bass stated there is a code currently in place called the
,`, "Minimum Housing Code"that allows the City to make inspections and require corrections
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to failing facades, lighting, parking lot surfaces, etc. Mr. Miller asked Mr. Bass if the
perpetual maintenance agreement would address the upkeep of the buildings. Mr. Bass
stated the perpetual maintenance agreement deals only with easements that the City
acquires for drainage and access. It does not deal with long term maintenance of the
facility, but that if it does not meet the minimum housing code, it would be in violation and
citations would be issued. Mr. Miller asked if there was a development bond in place.
Mr. Bass stated there is no bond relative to maintaining the structure that we require.
Council Member Miller then expressed his concern about police protection with the
increase in population due to the multi-family housing development.
Mayor Pro Tem Baker motioned to approve Specific Use Permit# 96-41 for the Shavano
Park Apartments at Bear Creek, a multi-family housing development in the 1900 block of
State Highway 360.
Council Member Walker seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 5 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN #96-42 - SHAVANO PARK
APARTMENTS AT BEAR CREEK
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Site Plan #96-42 - Shavano Park Apartments
at Bear Creek, a 216 unit apartment complex with CUD#678 and #754 (Community Unit
Development), located in the 1900 block of State Highway 360, Villages of Bear Creek.
Council Member Edwards seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
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`` ITEM NO. 6 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT #96-45 -
STONEBRIDGE AT BEAR CREEK
Mayor Saleh opened a public hearing at 7:38 p.m. for Specific Use Permit#96-45 for the
Stonebridge at Bear Creek apartment complex located on the southeast corner of Fuller
Wiser Road and Mid Cities Boulevard.
Director of Planning and Development Bo Bass described the multi-family housing
development, Stonebridge at Bear Creek located South of Mid Cities Boulevard, East of
Fuller Wiser Road, North of Hill Trail and West of Bear Creek Parkway. The project is
proposed to have 184 units on 9.6 acres. The property is zoned CUD 1048, which allows
multi-family housing up to 21.8 units per acre. The project will be 90% masonry which
meets the Unified Development Code, will have a six foot wrought iron fence around the
entire property, exceeds the landscape and parking standards, and the entire project is
sprinkled. The City's Comprehensive Land Development Plan shows this area as multi-
family in nature. The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing on
this request on February 18, 1997, and recommended its approval. A total of 40 notices
were mailed to property owners and citizens located within 200 feet, and no one spoke
in opposition to the request.
Mr. Bob Welty with Rawls/Welty Architects, 13601 Preston Road, Dallas, spoke as the
architect for the project, representing a different owner group from the Shavano Park
Apartments. He stated the layout for this project is for 19.2 units per acre which is below
the number allowed per acre. It will have eight different floor plans ranging in size from
657 square foot one bedroom units to 1211 square foot three bedroom units, and the
entire project will be sprinkled. There will be a beautiful greenbelt area as they have
retained 100% of the trees in the perimeter of the site. He acknowledged that he has
committed to extend the wrought iron fence along the East size of the property as well
as the other three sides. Mr. Welty stated all requests of the City staff and the Villages
of Bear Creek Architectural Review Committee have been met and he requested approval
of the specific use permit.
There being no further proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing
at 7:46 p.m.
ITEM NO. 7 APPROVAL OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT#96-45 - STONEBRIDGE
AT BEAR CREEK
Council Member Edwards motioned to approve Specific Use Permit#96-45 - Stonebridge
at Bear Creek, a multi-family housing development on the southeast corner of Fuller
Wiser Road and Mid Cities Boulevard, Villages of Bear Creek, contingent upon the
wrought iron fence going all the way around the property.
Council Member Walker seconded the motion.
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Council Member Miller questioned the police protection in the district where the
Stonebridge at Bear Creek Apartments will be located, expressing concern for sufficient
police protection with the addition of multi-family housing. Assistant City Manager Joe
Hennig stated that any time there is development there is potential impact for additional
crime, however he did not feel that this development would substantially impact police
protection in that area. Mr. Miller then questioned if the revenue from this development
would cover the cost of any additional police employees should there be a need for them.
Mr. Hennig stated that Administrative Assistant Scott Campbell is currently working on a
benefit cost analysis on single family, multi-family and commercial developments which
will show the cost to render services versus the revenues to the city to cover those costs,
adding that the general feeling is that the return on multi-family is better than the return
on single family.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: Council Member Miller
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 8 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN #96-46 - STONEBRIDGE AT BEAR
CREEK
Mayor Pro Tem Baker motioned to approve Site Plan #96-46 - Stonebridge at Bear
Creek, a multi-family housing development at the Southeast corner of Fuller Wiser Road
and Mid Cities Boulevard, Villages of Bear Creek.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: Council Member Miller
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 9 PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING CHANGE #96-49
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:52 p.m.for a zoning change request from Mr.
A. S. Patel for a change of zoning on 5.63 acres from C-1 (Neighborhood Business
District) to C-2 (Community Business District) out of the T. Jasper Survey, A-861, Tract
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Director of Planning and Development Bo Bass stated that this request for a zoning
change is for a tract that fronts on Airport Freeway and lies about 200 feet West of
Wilshire Drive and that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval.
Mr. Clark Butler, representing A. S. Patel, 12525 Montego Plaza, Dallas, stated he is the
project manager of this development, and is speaking as a proponent for the zoning
change request. The site is proposed to be used for an automobile dealership.
There being no further proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing
at 7:55 p.m.
ITEM NO.10 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE
NO. 1230
Mayor Pro Tem Baker motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1230 approving a change of zoning on 5.63 acres, generally located at 1651 West Airport
Freeway, West of Wilshire Drive, from C-1 (Neighborhood Business District) to C-2
(Community Business District), Zoning Case 96-49.
Council Member Walker seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT #97-01
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:57 p.m. for Specific Use Permit #97-01 for
a new and used auto dealership at 1651 West Airport Freeway.
Director of Planning and Development Bo Bass stated the 31,000 square foot project will
have 100% masonry exterior except for glass doors and windows, and it exceeds the
parking and landscape requirements. The Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval.
Robert West, 301 Commerce Street, Suite 3500, Fort Worth, spoke representing Richard
K. Craig, the property owner of the property immediately to the West of the project being
considered. Mr. West complimented the city staff stating they have been very helpful.
Mr. West stated his client is not opposed to the specific use permit being considered but
there are two concerns his client has, one dealing with the drainage and the other relating
to the road. Mr. West stated his client is not a developer but a land owner, and he would
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like to work with a developer, such as Mr. Patel, to develop it and see the property value
rise and see the property put into productive use. Mr. West stated that they are
concerned with what happens on the adjoining tract of land, adding that he understood
that the plans are now submitted so that no additional erosion or negative impact will
occur upon his client's site. Mr. West stated that a suggestion was made by the Planning
and Zoning Commission that a final approval be granted subject to the City Engineer's
approval that there would be no negative impact to the adjoining property. Mr. West
requested that the City Council also include this suggestion in their approval of this
specific use permit.
Mr. West then stated that there is a proposed private road from Highway 183, along the
west boundary of Mr. Patel's tract, going to the back of the car dealership site and then
to a cul-de-sac. Mr. West stated that Mr. Craig's concern is that by putting the road in
this location, it will effectively prevent a developer from having different alternatives,
locking them into a single entrance coming into the middle of the 12 acre site, restricting
the use of the site. The Planning and Zoning Commissioners made the suggestion to
allow a reasonable ingress and egress easement upon this private road for the benefit of
the adjoining 12 acre owner, adding that they would participate in the reasonable cost of
doing this, if this is necessary to effectively develop the 12 acre site. Mr. West requested
the City Council members consider this also.
,,la,, Clark Butler, representing A. S. Patel, 12525 Montego Plaza, Dallas, speaking as a
proponent, responded to Mr. West's concern with the private access, stating they are
willing to work with Mr. Craig regarding this road. Mr. Butler stated they are also offering
to let Mr. Craig tie into the future 8" water line that they are going to loop through the
property at a cost of 33% rather than 50%.
There being no further proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing
at 8:10 p.m.
ITEM NO. 12 APPROVAL OF SPECIFIC USE PERMIT #97-01
Council Member Walker motioned to approve Specific Use Permit #97-01 for a new and
used auto dealership within a C-2 (Community Business District) zoning district on 5.63
acres of land out of the T. Jasper Survey, A-861, 1651 West Airport Freeway.
Council Member Edwards seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 13 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN #97-04
Mayor Saleh stated Site Plan #97-04 is being considered for the Grubbs Infiniti Auto
Dealership at 1651 West Airport Freeway.
Mr. Robert West, representing Richard K. Craig, the property owner immediately West of
the project being considered, came forward responding to Mr. Clark Butler's offer to share
road and water line projects. Mr. West stated his client is not a developer and does not
really wish to be out money on the front end, but that if a way can be worked out before
the building permits are issued for the car dealership, his client is willing to continue
negotiations to get an agreement in writing that can be filed of record.
George Grubbs Jr., 702 South White Chapel, Southlake, stated that he has been a long
time resident of the area, adding that he owns Grubbs Nissan. Mr. Grubbs stated this is
a premier project and he is pleased it is being located in the Mid-Cities area.
Mayor Pro Tern Baker asked Mr. Grubbs what the projected construction date might be.
Mr. Grubbs stated he has made commitments to start construction by June 15, 1997, and
to have construction completed by June 15, 1998, adding that April 10, 1997, is the
scheduled closing date on the purchase of the property.
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Council Member Edwards asked what is planned to be built south of the Infiniti dealership.
Mr. Patel stated that they are planning office or medical buildings in that area.
Mayor Pro Tern Baker asked Mr. Patel if Mr. Grubbs was involved in any of the approval
process for uses of the property directly behind him. Mr. Patel stated that he has not
been involved, however he assured the Council that any new structures will match the
design of the dealership so that it will look like a unified project.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Site Plan #97-04 for Grubbs Infiniti Auto
Dealership on 5.63 acres at 1651 West Airport Freeway.
Mayor Pro Tern Baker seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 14 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 97-972
Council Member Tyson motioned for approval of Resolution No. 97-972 appointing
election judges for the joint election of Euless City Council Members, Place Five and
Place Six, and Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District Board of Trustee
Members, Place One and Place Two, on Saturday, May 3, 1997 as follows:
Midway Park Recreation Center: Election Judge Barbara Girouard
Alternate Judge Shirley Hatchel
Bear Creek Elementary School: Election Judge Kim Collins
Alternate Judge Martha Burleson
Early Voting Ballot Board: Judge Martha Burleson
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
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Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 15 AWARD OF BID NO. 97-11
Council Member Miller motioned to award Bid No. 97-11 to J. C. Evans Construction
Company, Incorporated, in the amount of$318,505 for the relocation of city utilities along
Westpark Way.
Council Member Walker seconded the motion.
Mayor Pro Tern Baker asked City Engineer Paul Kruckemeyer about the drainage
improvements that will be constructed, whether this is the responsibility of the City or the
State. Mr. Kruckemeyer stated that it is actually the State's design as a part of the road
construction. Due to the City's 21% participation we will be paying 21% of this. Mr.
Baker asked Mr. Kruckemeyer about the plans for Westpark Way at the Marlene Drive
intersection. Mr. Kruckemeyer stated the road is being changed with a horizontal location,
sliding it slightly to the east to straighten up the curvature. He added they are only going
back about 100 feet onto Marlene Drive sloping it to Westpark Way, and that the
residents on Marlene Drive will not be affected by this project. Mr. Baker expressed his
concern about flooding for the residents that back up to the creek on Live Oak. Mr.
Kruckemeyer stated this project will not be addressing any flooding problems in that area.
Mr. Baker asked Mr. Kruckemeyer if there will be additional water in the creek by
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"— widening the street as far as run-off is concerned. Mr. Kruckemeyer stated that it would
slightly increase the flow of water because of the paved surface. Mayor Saleh asked if
there were plans to do anything for these homes if this project is going to adversely
impact them. Mr. Kruckemeyer stated there was a drainage study completed several
months ago and it was learned that to fix the problem is a several million dollar project.
Mayor Saleh asked if the Corp of Engineers have come in and examined the creek area
and if not would they be willing to examine it. Mr. Kruckemeyer stated they have not
examined it and they would be willing to do so. Assistant City Manager Joe Hennig
asked how many homes are affected the Hurricane Creek in the 100 year flood study.
Mr. Kruckemeyer stated there are 8 that are currently directly impacted with 14 homes
potentially being affected in the future.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16 REJECTION OF BID NO. 97-12
*Ii. Mayor Pro Tern Baker motioned to reject Bid No. 97-12 for concrete repairs and to
authorize the staff to re-bid for concrete repairs.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the bid rejected.
ITEM NO. 17 AWARD OF BID NO. 97-13
Council Member Walker motioned to award Bid No. 97-13 for asphalt repairs to the low
bidder, Abcon Paving, Inc., at a unit price of $1.26 per square foot.
Council Member Edwards seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
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Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 18 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Council Member Walker motioned to approve the minutes of the March 13, 1997 Regular
City Council Meeting as presented.
Council Member Edwards seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Baker, Council Members Tyson, Hogg,
Miller, Walker, and Edwards.
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 19 REPORTS
City Manager
Assistant City Manager Joe Hennig reported that City Manager Tom Hart is on vacation
for spring break. Mr. Hennig stated that there is great progress being made at the Parks
at Texas Star adding that the lights are being installed and the batting cages and
amphitheater are progressing well. Mr. Hennig stated the city is going to have to sell
some bonds for the purchase and renovation of the Tejas building to be used as a fleet
facilities location and for the Texas Department of Transportation projects on Westpark
Way, Main Street, and Highway 157. Mr. Hennig commented on the Waste/Recycling
survey results stating that Director of Support Services Tom Cox will be on the agenda
for the next council meeting to give a report on this. Mr. Hennig stated that Troy Aikman
of the Dallas Cowboys played the Texas Star Golf Course yesterday and that Mr.Aikman
liked the course and indicated that he would come back and bring his friends.
City Attorney
City Attorney Paul Wieneskie stated he had nothing to report that had not been reported
in precouncil.
Staff Reports
There was no staff report.
City Council
Council Member Tyson stated he attended the employee chili lunch and enjoyed it very
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`"' much. Mr. Tyson congratulated the Parks and Leisure Services staff for receiving the
Tree City USA Growth Award adding that this is the 11th year the City of Euless has been
recognized as "Tree City USA". Mr. Tyson thanked Carolyn Park for all her years of
service on City Council, the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Parks and
Recreation Board.
Council Member Hogg stated he enjoyed the chili lunch also and reported he attended
the TML Region 8 meeting sponsored by Lake Worth.
Mayor Pro Tern Baker commended Carolyn Park for the number of volunteer hours she
gave during her years of service to the City of Euless as well as her time in Austin. He
stated the City is very fortunate to have had the last two State Representatives come from
the Euless City Council.
Council Member Miller stated that he attended the Town Hall meeting at the Lakewood
Elementary School and that it was a good meeting with a number of questions about
development of single and multi-family housing as well as street development. Mr. Miller
stated the citizens seemed pleased with what the City is doing. Mr. Miller commended
Carolyn Park and said that she has had some tough issues to contend with and
commented that she has done a good job with them. Mr. Miller said he is excited about
the Grubbs Infiniti dealership coming to the City of Euless.
Mayor Saleh stated that State Representative Todd Smith had a ribbon cutting for his new
law office. Mayor Saleh commented that Arbor Daze actually began with Carolyn Park,
that she helped put together the first lawn and garden show that the City of Euless had.
Mayor Saleh stated the Tree Committee had a goal of having 50,000 trees planted for the
City of Euless by the year 2000, but that goal will be met this year at Arbor Daze. Mayor
Saleh reported that there was a major fire at the Mission Pointe apartments this evening
and there were 8 engines from Colleyville, Bedford, Hurst, Haltom City, Grapevine and
Euless fighting that fire and providing mutual aid. Mayor Saleh reminded everyone that
Friday, March 28, the city offices will be closed and wished everyone a great Easter
holiday.
Planning and Zoning Commissioner Billy Owens commented that they started joint
community training for Planning and Zoning commissioners last week and invited the City
Council members to attend these training sessions adding that the next session will be
held in North Richland Hills.
ITEM NO. 20 ADJOURN
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 9:10 p.m. after additional discussion of precouncil
items.
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APPROVED:
Mary Li Saleh
Mayor
ATTEST:
usan Crim
City Secreta•