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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-05-24 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL MAY 24, 1999 CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib Saleh at 4:17 p.m. on Monday, May 24, 1999, in the Administration Building, Downstairs Conference Room. Those present included: Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Charlie Miller and Council Members Carl Tyson, Leon Hogg, Glenn Porterfield, and Katie Edwards. Council Member Bobby Baker was not in attendance. Closed session was held to deliberate real property as authorized by Section 551.072. 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 7:10 p.m. for the consideration of scheduled items. Staff Members Present Deputy City Manager Gary McKamie, City Attorney Paul Wieneskie, Assistant to the City Secretary Becky Null, Director of Public Works Randy Byers, Director of Administration Tom Cox, Acting Police Chief Bob Freeman, Director of Planning & Development Bo Bass, Fire Chief Lee Koontz, Police Captain Harland Westmoreland, Assistant Director of Public Works Andrea Baxter, Fire Lieutenant Jerry Sutton, Firefighter Rusty Cade, and Firefighter Kip Smith, and Communications/Marketing Manager Jenny Kratz. Visitors Carroll Scott, Greg Roemer, and other visitors as noted on the visitor's register. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Carl Tyson led the Pledge of Allegiance. INVOCATION Pastor Gary W. Scarlett, Euless Church of the Nazarene, gave the invocation. ITEM NO. 1 PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS FOR MARCH Fire Chief Lee Koontz introduced Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic Jerry Sutton and Firefighter II Rusty Cade and Mayor Saleh presented them both with a 15-year City Council Minutes Page 2 of 8 May 24, 1999 service pin. Mayor Saleh noted that Firefighter/Driver Allan Cavendaer, Facility Foreman Sid Hyatt and Public Service Officer Kevin Daniel were unable to attend the meeting to receive their service pins. ITEM NO. 2 PRESENTATION OF LIFE SAVING AWARD Acting Police Chief Bob Freeman made the introductions and Mayor Saleh presented life saving awards to Hayley and Madison Vidrine, ages 2 1/2 and 4, for their acts of bravery in seeking adult help to prevent Skyler, age 2, from drowning after he fell into a swimming pool. ITEM NO. 3 APPPOINTMENT OF BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS Mayor Pro Tern Miller motioned to appoint Council Member Glenn Porterfield as council representative to the Crime Control Prevention District with a term to expire 9/1/00, the Euless Nonprofit Industrial Development Authority with a term to expire 12/31/00, and the Trinity River Authority Central Regional Wastewater System Advisory Committee, and to appoint Wayne Marrs, 413 Dunaway, as citizen representative to the Euless Development Corporation with a term to expire 12/31/99. Council Member Edwards seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, ``- Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 4 AUDIENCE BY COMMUNITY WASTE DISPOSAL Presentation was made by Greg Roemer, highlighting Community Waste Disposal, Inc.'s curbside recycling accomplishments in 1998. He noted that an average of 19 lbs. per month was collected in Euless for 1998, and that the multi- family recycling continues to be successful. Mr. Roemer presented the council with a plaque entitled, "CWD's Recycling Certificate of Merit". He noted that CWD is also involved in another city in curbside pickup of vegetation for a fee and creating compost which is returned to a central location for use by the citizens for free. Council Member Edwards asked Mr. Roemer to provide more information on the compost program. Mayor Pro Tern Miller mentioned that Mr. Roemer is the only vendor that comes yearly to give a report to the council. City Council Minutes Page 3 of 8 May 24, 1999 ITEM NO. 5 APPROVAL AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT Director of Public Works Randy Byers noted that a 2 million gallon elevated storage tank was recommended in the 1999 water and wastewater master plan and is shown on the Capital Improvement Plan. He noted that the storage tank will greatly improve deliverability of water in the southeast area of Euless. The design will be paid for out of water impact fees. Shimek, Jacobs & Finklea, L.L.P., specialize in municipal design. In response to questions, Assistant Director of Public Works Andrea Baxter stated that the design would be good for at least 18 months or longer with minor modifications. She also noted that it would take approximately two years from design to completion. The new water storage tank is proposed to be constructed at the northeast corner of the Ruth Millican Center property because it is the highest elevation in the area. In response to a concern about the population estimates in a previous study being projected too high, Ms. Baxter noted that she understands changes to the population will not affect the recommendation of the consultants. In response to a concern that the storage tank would be constructed too close to the homes on Alexander, Ms. Baxter pointed out that a specific use permit will be required. Council Member Edwards asked Public Works Director Randy Byers to double check the elevations to see if there is another location suitable and the exact location of the proposed site. Mayor Pro Tem Miller motioned to approve authorizing the city manager to execute a contract for professional services with Shimek, Jacobs & Finklea, L.L.P., for the design of a 2 million gallon elevated storage tank in an amount not to exceed $90,000, and the necessary water lines to serve the elevated water tank in an amount not to exceed $95,300. Council Member Porterfield seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Miller, Council Members Hogg and Porterfield Nays: Council Members Tyson and Edwards Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. City Council Minutes Page 4 of 8 May 24, 1999 ITEM NO. 6 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 99-1023 Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Resolution No. 99-1023 authorizing Tarrant County to acquire right-of-way necessary to widen and improve FM 157 south from SH 10 to Pipeline Road. Council Member Tyson seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 7 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 99-1024 Mayor Pro Tem Miller motioned to approve Resolution No. 99-1024 determining the necessity for and ordering the improvement of a portion of Harwood Road with an amendment to Section 7 to read: "The performance and payment bonds must be by a surety carrier with a best rating of A-6 or better and T listed or the parent company be T listed." Council Member Edwards seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 8 TABLED RESOLUTION NO. 99-1025 Council Member Edwards motioned to table Resolution No. 99-1025 to June 22, 1999, declaring a public necessity for the acquisition of parcels of real estate required for the reconstruction improvement to Harwood Road, from 350 feet west of North Main Street to SH 360. Council Member Tyson seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. City Council Minutes Page 5 of 8 May 24, 1999 ITEM NO. 9 TABLED AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO ACQUIRE RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG HARWOOD ROAD FOR PAVING IMPROVEMENTS Council Member Tyson motioned to table to June 22, 1999, authorizing the city manager to acquire 4.264 acres of property for right-of-way along Harwood Road from 350 feet west of North Main Street to SH 360. Council Member Hogg seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 10 PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONING CASE NO. 99-01-ZC Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:53 p.m. regarding the request of Martin van Wolfswinkel of Newport Holdings, Inc., for change of zoning on Tract 1A3, Edward Taylor Survey, A-1550, from C-1 (Neighborhood Business District) to TH (Townhouse Dwelling District). Director of Planning & Development Bo Bass gave a brief overview of the request, noting that this request is only for the use and not design of the project which is proposed on 3.42 acres on the west side of SH 360. He noted that this will be a gated community with a private street with a single point of entry from SH 360. Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents. Skip Leake, 3019 Pitkin Drive, Arlington, Texas, and Martin van Wolfswinkel, the developer, 2124 Harbor Way, Arlington, Texas, both spoke in favor of the request. Mr. Van Wolfswinkel stated that the proposed townhomes are similar to the development he constructed in Arlington. There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. ITEM NO. 11 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1365 Council Member Porterfield motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 1365 for the request of Martin Van Wolfswinkel of Newport Holdings, Inc., for change of zoning on Tract 1A3, Edward Taylor Survey, A- �.� 1550, from C-1 (Neighborhood Business District) to TH (Townhouse Dwelling District). City Council Minutes Page 6 of 8 May 24, 1999 Council Member Edwards seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 12 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN NO. 99-03-SP Director of Planning & Development Bo Bass gave a brief description of the request noting that the property is along SH 10, adjacent to the 183 Motel. The property will be developed to TH-10 standards. Mr. Bob Madeja, Classic Concepts, 2725 Central Drive, Bedford, Texas, stated that Buddy Bean is the owner of R & G Mobile Home Supply, which is currently located 1/4 mile east. He noted that the office/warehouse will be tilt wall with a metal roof. The 2,600 sq. ft. office facade will be brick. Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Site Plan No. 99-03-SP for the request of Classic Concepts for an 18,329 square foot office/warehouse building within the TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use) zoning district on Kitty House Survey, Abstract 678, located at 2406 West Euless Boulevard. Council Member Porterfield seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 13 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of May 11, 1999. Council Member Tyson seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Miller, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Porterfield, and Edwards Nays: None Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried. City Council Minutes Page 7 of 8 May 24, 1999 ITEM NO. 14 REPORTS +` STAFF REPORT There was no staff report. CITY MANAGER Deputy City Manager Gary McKamie stated he had talked to City Attorney Bob McFarland and that the revenue sharing bill was approved for general revenue and signed by Governor Bush. He stated that the junk vehicle and crime control bills would go to the Senate on Wednesday. The election bill calling for four uniform election dates is also calendared for Wednesday. He noted that the golf course had a record month in April and the insurance fund also did very well last month. He stated that everyone was glad to have Rick Herold remain with the city. CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Paul Wieneskie stated that he was very glad to have Rick Herold continue his position in Euless. He stated his time attending council meetings is coming to an end since the legislative session is almost over and City Attorney Bob McFarland will be returning soon. He stated he has enjoyed working with the council. New CITY COUNCIL Council Member Edwards congratulated Jerry Sutton and Rusty Cade on receiving their service pins. Council Member Porterfield also congratulated Jerry Sutton and Rusty Cade. He stated he was pleased to recognize the Vidrine girls. Mayor Pro Tem Miller congratulated Jerry Sutton and Rusty Cade. He conveyed that while he and Rose were looking at the Buddy Bean site, a Euless police officer stopped to see if they needed help. He commented that the Dixie World Series is a big opportunity for Euless and that people don't realize how hard it is for a league to get the series to their city. Mayor Saleh noted that the Dixie World Series Committee agreed to come to the City of Euless just by photos, the awards the city has won, and by talking to Rick Herold, instead of by bringing the whole committee here for a visit. Council Member Hogg stated he was glad to have had City Attorney Paul Wieneskie at the recent council meetings. Council Member Tyson concurred with the appreciation of having City Attorney Paul Wieneskie at the council meetings. He also congratulated Jerry Sutton and City Council Minutes Page 8 of 8 May 24, 1999 Rusty Cade. He stated that the city has done a great job in working with and keeping employees. He stated that he had talked to the pastor of First Baptist Church in Euless and that there will be a big New Year's Eve party at the church when the new building is completed. Mayor Mary Lib Saleh pointed out the two dozen red roses the council received from Jerry Shiflet who recently retired with 25 years service. She read the card Jerry sent with the roses expressing his appreciation for all the council had done for him. She stated that the little Vidrine girls were fun to have at the council meeting. She also stated it was great to have Rick Herold stay in Euless. She reminded the council of the June 3 worksession and the June 4 TML Region 8 meeting. She congratulated the Trinity High School graduates, noting that Gary McKamie's son will graduate Tuesday. She also noted that city offices will be closed on Memorial Day. She asked if any citizens wanted to make a comment. Carroll Scott stated he was also glad that Rick Herold is staying with the city. The council convened into closed session at 8:32 p.m. to discuss personnel matters as authorized by Sections 551.074 of the Texas Government Code. ITEM NO. 19 ADJOURNMENT Nier The meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m. APPROVED: Mary Lib S leh Mayor ATTEST: Susan Crim, ' MC/AAE City Secretary