HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-12-09 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
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EULESS CITY COUNCIL
DECEMBER 9, 2003
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib
Saleh at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2003, in the pre-council room of City Hall,
201 N. Ector Drive. Those present included: Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem
Carl Tyson, Council Members Leon Hogg, Bob Edwards Charlie Miller, Glenn
Porterfield, and Veva Lou Massey. Precouncil discussion included a report by Finance
Director Loretta Getchell regarding the over-65 property tax freeze calculations; a report
from City Manager Joe Hennig on the Tarrant County Transportation Coalition; a
preview of the electronic agenda and voting equipment and a review of agenda items.
Closed session was held to discuss economic development negotiations for property
located at FM 157 and SH 183, as authorized by Section 551.087 of the Texas
Government Code. The Council recessed for dinner at 6:25 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.
r.. for the consideration of scheduled items.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Joe Hennig, Deputy City Manager Gary McKamie, City Attorney Bob
McFarland, City Secretary Susan Crim, Deputy City Secretary Becky Null, Director of
Planning and Development Mike Collins, Director of Parks and Community Services
Ray McDonald, Director of Public Works Ron Young, Director of Economic
Development Bill Ridgway, Director of Fiscal and Administrative Services Loretta
Getchell, Fire Chief Lee Koontz, Police Chief Leonard Carmack, Assistant Police Chief
Bob Freeman, City Engineer Robert Barker, Public Works Manager Chris Barker,
Planning and Development Manager Eric Wilhite, Fleet & Facility Administrator Kyle
McAdams, Police Captain Harland Westmoreland, Library Administrator JoAnn Rogers,
Parks Manager Johnnie Green, Recreation Manager Suzanne Hendrickson, Information
Services Manager Dan McLain, Computer Services Specialist Kim Ross, Fire
Inspector/Prevention Education Officer Christine Cox, Fire Lt. Scott Stamps, Police
Corporal Todd Bellah, Police Investigator Chuck Skiles, Neighborhood Police Officer
James Gordon, Police Officer Scott Peterson, Fire Secretary Melissa Coley, Special
Projects Manager Lou Baum, Reserve Police Officer Clyde Cullum, and
Communications/Marketing Manager Lori De La Cruz.
VISITORS
State Representative Todd Smith, Lisa and Justin Stamps, Lark Koontz, Julie Freeman,
Barry Knight, James Knight, James Michael Henry Knight, Nanette Rix, Keith Eggers,
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Carroll Scott, David Massey, Boyce Byers, Linda Martin, Alex Horton, Billy Owens, and
other visitors as noted in the visitors' register.
INVOCATION
Pastor Olini Falahola, Tongan First United Methodist Church, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Girl Scout Troop #1572 lead the Pledge of Allegiance. The flag colors were presented
by Euless Police Color Guard members Police Corporals James Gordon, Todd Bellah,
Scott Peterson, and Brian Brennan.
ITEM NO. 1 PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Police Chief Leonard Carmack introduced Police Investigator Chuck Skiles and Fire
Chief Lee Koontz introduced Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic Scott Stamps, his wife, Lisa,
and son, Justin, and Mayor Saleh presented both Chuck and Scott with 20-year service
pins.
ITEM NO. 2 PRESENTATION OF FIRE PREVENTION POSTER CONTEST
WINNERS
Mayor Saleh, Fire Chief Koontz, and Fire Inspector/Prevention Education Officer
Christine Cox presented certificates to the winners of the Fire Prevention Poster
Contest: First Grade - Bailey Taylor and Aidan McGlinchey; Second Grade - Brenda
Huerta and Mavis Francia; Third Grade - Tanya Itteruck and Kristen Martinez; Fourth
Grade - Megan McGlinchey and Mathew Navarez; Fifth Grade - Kristina Laurente and
Miguel Trevino; and Sixth Grade - Kim Whitworth and Subhi Taha.
ITEM NO. 3 PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE
Eagle Scout James Michael Henry Knight, Troop #905, introduced his father, Barry
Knight, and grandfather, James Knight, and explained that his project for earning Eagle
Scout was to collect items for the battered and abused women and children for the
Women's Shelter in Arlington. Mayor Saleh presented him with a certificate of
recognition.
ITEM NO. 4 PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION
Mayor Saleh presented a proclamation proclaiming December 14, 2003, as National
Children's Memorial Day to Nanette Rix, Director of Women's Services at Harris
Methodist HEB Hospital.
Mayor Saleh recognized Texas Representative Todd Smith in the audience.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Edwards motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items numbered 5
through 10, and 12:
Council Member Porterfield seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 5 AWARD OF BID NO. 001-04
Awarded Bid No. 001-04 to Continental Equipment Company, L.P., Dallas, for the
purchase of one four-wheel articulated loader/integrated tool carrier for use in the Parks
Department in the amount of$84,800.
ITEM NO. 6 AWARD OF BID NO. 012-04
Awarded Bid No. 012-04 and authorize the citiy manager to execute a contract with
`.. Grass-N-Grounds, P. O. Box 1802, Red Oak, Texas, 75154, for the irrigation project at
Softball World in the amount of $81,820, and approved second low bidder, Phillips Lawn
Sprinkler, 5116 Kaltenbrun Road, Fort Worth, Texas, 76119, as alternate contractor in
the amount of $83,888, in the event that the contract with Grass-N-Grounds cannot be
negotiated.
ITEM NO. 7 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 03-1161
Approved Resolution No. 03-1161 declaring expectation to reimburse expenditures with
proceeds of future debt for the replacement of a water main along West Pipeline Road
from Central Drive to west city limits.
ITEM NO. 8 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 03-1162
Approved Resolution No. 03-1162 declaring expectation to reimburse expenditures with
proceeds of future debt for the reconstruction of West Pipeline Road from Raider Drive
to city limits and Raider Drive from SH10 to South Pipeline Road and for Glade Road.
ITEM NO. 9 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 03-1163
Approved Resolution No. 03-1163 waiving the right to apply for the Juvenile
Accountability Block Grant, and requesting Tarrant County Juvenile Services receive
the funds and naming Steve Kockos to serve as a member of the Tarrant County/Fort
Worth Juvenile Crime Enforcement Coalition.
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ITEM NO. 10 AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN ENGINEERING
`r.. DESIGN CONTRACT
Authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Elliott and Hughes, Inc., for the
engineering design of wastewater main replacements for Canyon Ridge Drive, Toplea
Drive/Sagebrush Trail, Short Street to E. Huitt Lane, and E. Fuller Street, in an amount
not to exceed $80,885 without city council approval.
ITEM NO. 12 APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of November 25, 2003.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 11 DENIAL OF MAIN STREET SIGN ORDINANCE EXCEPTION
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated the request is for an
exception to the Main Street sign regulations to allow for a monument sign with a
changeable message sign face at the Main Street entrance to Midway Park.
City Manager Joe Hennig stated that the sign would be used for information for citizen
benefit.
Council Member Edwards questioned whether a business on North Main Street would
be allowed an exemption.
Mike Collins responded that all requests for exceptions would be brought to the city
council.
Mayor Pro Tem Tyson stated that the city is spending a lot of money on monument
signs and upgrades along North Main Street, and approving an exception would be
going back on promises made to the merchants.
Council Member Porterfield stated that this sign is different than signs advertising
business and the sign would be a special use for benefit of everyone who travels Main
Street.
After additional comments, Council Member Massey motioned to approve the exception
to the Main Street Sign Regulations for a monument sign with a changeable message
sign face at the entrance to Midway Park off of North Main Street on Lot 1, Block A,
Midway City Park Addition.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Council Members Hogg, Porterfield, and Massey
�"' Nays: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Edwards, and Miller
Mayor Saleh declared the motion failed.
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ITEM NO. 13 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
�,. 1614
Council Member Edwards motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 1614 Amending Chapter 30, "Fees", Section 30-16, "Solid Waste Collection",
Subsections "Service Fees to Customers", and "Commercial Rate Schedule", Section
30-28, "Library", Subsection (1), "Library Materials and Facilities", Section 30-34, "Water
Deposits", Section 30-38, "Miscellaneous Fees", and Section 30-40, "Subdivisions", of
the Code of Ordinances.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 03-15-SUP AND
DENIAL OF ORDINANCE NO. 1615
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:45 p.m. for Specific Use Permit No. 03-15-
SUP on Lot A41R, Block 1, Oakwood Terrace Addition, for truck rental and leasing in
`.. TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning at 407 West Euless Boulevard.
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated that Euless Transmission is
requesting to operate a Penske truck rental facility at the automotive repair facility. No
site maintenance of the rental trucks would be performed. The rental business would
consist of five trucks and would be located on the west side of the site. Any additional
trucks dropped off increasing the number above five would be taken to another location.
Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
Edward Arrendondo, 1015 Denton Drive, Euless, owner of Euless Transmission, was
present to answer questions.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 7:48 p.m.
Council Member Miller motioned to deny Ordinance No. 1615 for Specific Use Permit
No. 03-15-SUP on Lot A41 R, Block 1, Oakwood Terrace Addition, for truck rental and
leasing in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning at 407 West Euless
Boulevard.
Mayor Pro Tern Tyson seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
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Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
Council Member Miller stated he was opposed to the permit because the area was
small and the number of vehicles at the site would not be easily controlled.
ITEM NO. 15 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 03-16-SUP AND
APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1616
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. for Specific Use Permit No. 03-16-
SUP for a pet crematory on Lot 2-R, Block 1, Airport Business Park, in 1-2 (Heavy
Industrial District) zoning at 1118 South Airport Circle, #150.
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated that Mike Pizzelanti, dba All
Paws Go to Heaven is requesting renewal of a specific use permit to continue operating
a pet crematorium. He stated there have not been any complaints received by the state
or city regarding this business.
Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
Mike Pizzelanti, 2706 Shady Hill Court, Grapevine, spoke in favor of the request.
David Hagar, 1205 Texas Star Parkway, Suite 120, owner and operator of the Texas
Star Business Center, stated a new 3-year lease had been signed with the applicant.
The tenant has been exemplary and he recommended approval.
Mayor Saleh asked for any opponents.
Boyce Byers, 308 Shadow Lane, Euless, stated she is against burning animals.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 7:57 p.m.
Council Member Porterfield motioned to approve Ordinance No. 1616 for Specific Use
Permit No. 03-16-SUP for a pet crematory on Lot 2-R, Block 1, Airport Business Park, in
1-2 (Heavy Industrial District) zoning at 1118 South Airport Circle, #150, with the
following conditions: (1) Tied to Mike Pizzelanti, dba, All Paws Go to Heaven; (2) All
activities confined to the interior of the lease space; (3) No specimens allowed to be on
the premises longer than 24 hours; (4) All animals awaiting cremation to be held in
freezers; (5) An emergency secondary power source be provided; (6) No direct drop off;
(7) Tied to current owner/manager of the Texas Star Business Centre, David Hager; (8)
Mr. Pizzelanti to report any violations or enforcement actions taken by any state or
federal agency(s) regarding the operation of"All Paws".
`" ' Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 03-17-SUP AND
APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1617
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m. for Specific Use Permit No. 03-17-
SUP on Lot 1, Block 3, Euless Industrial Park Addition, for the Redeemed Christian
Church of God in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning at 1717 West
Euless Boulevard.
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated that Abbey Adeyeye is
requesting renewal of a specific use permit for The Redeemed Christian Church of God.
The 6,500 sq. ft. facility is used as a worship center.
Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
Abbey Adeyeye, pastor, stated they also plan to offer computer classes for the youth.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 8:02 p.m.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1617 on Lot 1, Block 3, Euless Industrial Park Addition, for the Redeemed Christian
Church of God in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning at 1717 West
Euless Boulevard with the following conditions: (1) Tied to the pastor, Abbey Adeyeye;
(2) Tied to the Redeemed Christian Church of God; and (3) Valid for one year.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 17 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 03-18-SUP AND
APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1618
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 8:05 p.m. for Specific Use Permit No. 03-18-
SUP for The Early Church on Lot 1 R, Block 1A, Morrisdale Square, in C-2 (Community
Business District) zoning at 4323 West Pipeline Road.
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Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated Philip McKellar, Pastor of
The Early Church, is requesting renewal of a specific use permit. The church has
signed an additional one-year lease.
Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
Tom Raney, 4018 Double Tree Trail, Irving, representing the church, stated there were
currently 40 - 50 members and that he was available for additional questions.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 8:10 p.m.
Council Member Edwards motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 1618 for Specific Use Permit No. 03-18-SUP for The Early Church on Lot 1 R, Block
1A, Morrisdale Square, in C-2 (Community Business District) zoning at 4323 West
Pipeline Road with the following conditions: (1) Tied to the one-year lease; (2) Tied to
the pastor, Phillip McKellar; and (3) Tied to the congregation known as The Early
Church.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 18 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN NO. 03-13-SP
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated Stainback Organization is
proposing to construct a 1,498 sq. ft. Starbucks Coffee with a drive-thru on a 0.39 acre
tract located on the eastbound SH 183 frontage road, east of SH 157 between Denny's
Restaurant and La Quinta Inn. Direct ingress/egress is provided from the Office
Depot/Home Depot mutual access easement off of SH 183 frontage road.
Rick Smith, 6116 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, development manager, and Bill
Fouse, 8350 North Central Expressway, Dallas, of the Stainback Organization, were
present to answer questions.
In response to a question from Council Member Edwards, it was noted that they own
four Starbucks and three have drive-thrus.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Site Plan No. 03-13-SP for Starbucks
Coffee on a portion of Block D, Bavarian Village Addition, in the 1000 block West Airport
Freeway.
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 19 ACCEPTANCE OF THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ADVISORY
COMMITTEE SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
Council Member Porterfield motioned to accept the Capital Improvements Advisory
Committee (CIAC) Semi-Annual Report for the period of April 1, 2003, through
September 30, 2003.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 20 APPROVAL OF EXTENSION OF CONTRACT FOR MUNICIPAL
COURT OF RECORD JUDGE
Council Member Miller motioned to approve the extension of the contract for Municipal
Court of Record Judge Lacy Britten for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2005.
Council Member Edwards seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 21 REAPPOINTMENT OF MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE FOR A TWO-
YEAR TERM
Council Member Porterfield motioned to re-appoint Lacy Britten as Municipal Court of
Record Judge for a two-year term to expire December 31, 2005.
Council Member Edwards seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Tyson, Council Members Hogg, Edwards, Miller,
Porterfield, and Massey
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Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 22 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jordan Duzan, 307 Dallas Drive, addressed the council regarding her upcoming trip to
Europe as part of the People to People Student Ambassador Program.
Alex Horton, Billy Owens, Boyce Byers, and Linda Martin addressed the council
regarding the Main Street sign ordinance exception on the agenda tonight.
City Manager Joe Hennig stated that the city attorney noted there is a process to
reconsider their motion on the sign exception if they so desire.
City Attorney Bob McFarland stated that since the item was on the agenda, the council
could respond.
Mayor Pro Tem Tyson stated that the city has restricted Main Street merchants from
having those type of signs and the city should comply with its own regulations. He
stated the Parks Department has other methods of advertising.
Council Member Miller stated approval of the exception would open Pandora's box.
Council Member Edwards stated the city has plenty of opportunities to get the message
out about the programs.
Council Member Hogg stated he agreed with Alex Horton.
ITEM NO. 23 REPORTS
Mayor Saleh thanked the following members of the City Hall Committee: Council
Members Massey, Hogg, and Porterfield, City Manager Joe Hennig, Deputy City
Manager Gary McKamie, and Fleet and Facilities Manager Kyle McAdams. She
thanked Jan Hennig for the Christmas decorations, the Historical Preservation
Committee for serving at the open house, and the 50th Anniversary Committee for
hosting the open house. She commended the Parks Department on the Christmas
parade and noted that the winner of the best overall float was the United Memorial
Christian Church. Winner of the Mayor's Award was Carter Blood Care; Parks and
Leisure Services' Award went to Girl Scouts Troop 1540 and Brownie Troop 1518; and
the City Council Award winner was Euless Lions Club.
CITY MANAGER
City Manager Joe Hennig stated that Diane Eggers was scheduled for surgery on
Thursday. He stated that Lori De La Cruz was attending her last council meeting and
was leaving after 3 1/2 years to go into business for herself. He stated the city hall
renovations would not have happened without Gary McKamie and Kyle McAdams.
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Deputy City Manager Gary McKamie recognized Brent Anderson and Keith Carlson with
�.. ASC Companies who worked most of the night and all day getting the screen and voting
system ready.
CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Bob McFarland stated the Dallas City Council approved the property
exchange involving Bennett and DFW Airport properties.
STAFF REPORT
There was no staff report.
CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Miller stated he will miss Lori De La Cruz and will be praying for Diane
Eggers. He thanked the Parks Department and volunteers for work on the parade.
Council Member Porterfield stated he was proud to be on this city council and be in the
first meeting in the new building. He stated he was sorry to see Lori go. He
congratulated Chuck Skiles and Scott Stamps for their service, and stated he was
pleased to have an Eagle Scout to honor. He also congratulated the poster contest
winners. He stated he attended the Christmas parade, which was a magnificent event.
Council Member Massey stated she will miss Lori and will be praying for Diane. She
congratulated Chuck Skiles and Scott Stamps. She reminded the audience that
December 14 is National Children's Memorial Day.
Mayor Pro Tem Tyson congratulated Chuck Skiles and Scott Stamps. He wished Lori
lots of luck. He stated the facilities committee did a great job. He thanked everyone for
their prayers during his recent illness, and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Council Member Hogg stated he can never say enough about employees, and
congratulated Chuck Skiles, Scott Stamps, Lori, the poster winners, and Eagle Scout
recipient. He stated he was very impressed that the Lion's Club won an award in the
parade, and wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Council Member Edwards stated the facilities are great and thanked Gary and Kyle. He
wished Lori well. He stated that obtaining Eagle Scout is quite an honor. He
congratulated Chuck Skiles and Scott Stamps.
Mayor Saleh wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
ITEM NO. 24 ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 8:47 p.m.
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APPROVED:
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Mary Lib a eh, Mayor
ATTEST:
Susan Crim, ( MC, City Secretary