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OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 25, 2005
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, January 25, 2005, in the precouncil room of City Hall,
201 N. Ector Drive. Those present included: Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern
Glenn Porterfield, Council Members Leon Hogg, Linda Martin, Charlie Miller, and Veva
Lou Massey. Council Member Carl Tyson was absent. The precouncil meeting included
a financial report for the month of December, 2004, given by Finance Administrator
Vicki Rodriquez and Controller Gary Yakesch; a report on departmental audits by
Internal Auditor Doug Burkham; a presentation by representatives from Weaver &
Tidwell, L.L.P., on the city's FY 04 operations; a presentation by Fire Chief Lee Koontz
and EMS Division Chief Jeff Morris on the proposed contract with Intermedix for fire
department data collection and ambulance billings; and a review of agenda items.
Mayor Saleh left the meeting at 5:45 p.m. Closed session was held to discuss
Economic Development Negotiations as authorized by Section 551.087 of the Texas
Government Code.
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Euless City Council continued their meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:05 p.m.
for the consideration of scheduled items. Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield presided in the
absence of Mayor Saleh.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Joe Hennig, Deputy City Manager Gary McKamie, Assistant City Manager
Loretta Getchell, City Attorney Paul Wieneskie, City Secretary Susan Crim, Deputy City
Secretary Becky Null, Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins, Fire Chief
Lee Koontz, Director of Public Works Ron Young, Director of Economic Development
Bill Ridgway, Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald, Assistant
Police Chief Bob Freeman, City Engineer Robert Barker, Finance Administrator Vicki
Rodriquez, Human Resources Manager J. T. Ackerman, Texas Star General Manager
Glenda Hartsell-Shelton, Planning and Development Manager Eric Wilhite, Public
Works Manager Chris Barker, Library Administrator JoAnn Rogers, Recreation Manager
Suzanne Hendrickson, Parks Construction Foreman Dan Dearborn, Softball World Field
Tech Larry Cook, Information Services Manager Dan McLain, Computer Services
Specialist Kim Ross, Communications/Marketing Manager Betsy Boyett, and Police
Reserve Officer Clyde Cullum.
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City Council Minutes Page 2 of 11 January 25, 2005
VISITORS
Karin Newell, David Hughes, Don Martin, Stacey Hollinger, Andy Chesney, Billy Owens,
Alex Horton, and other visitors as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
Pastor Thomas Pickett, New Hope Christian Fellowship, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Linda Martin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1 PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR FEBRUARY
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald introduced Parks
Construction Foreman Dan Dearborn and Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield presented him
with a plaque for being selected employee of the month for February.
CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Miller motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items numbered 2
through 6, 8 through 10, and 12.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 2 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-1192
Approved Resolution No. 05-1192 amending the investment policy for funds for the City
of Euless.
ITEM NO. 3 ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF ANNUAL INVESTMENT REPORT
Acknowledged receipt of the Annual Investment Report prepared by Fiscal and
Administrative Services Department.
ITEM NO. 4 ACKNOWLEGE RECEIPT OF COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL
FINANCIAL REPORT
Acknowledged receipt of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) prepared by
Weaver & Tidwell, L.L.P.
City Council Minutes Page 3 of 11 January 25, 2005
*ft. ITEM NO. 5 APPROVAL OF EXTENSION OF BID NO. 003-03
Approved a one-year extension of Bid No. 003-03 for the contract for depository
services to First National Bank Mid Cities.
ITEM NO. 6 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-1190
Approved Resolution No. 05-1190 authorizing the city manager to execute an Interlocal
Agreement between the City of Euless and the City of Bedford for the construction of
water, wastewater, and roadway improvements to West Pipeline Road from Raider
Drive to West Euless Boulevard.
ITEM NO. 8 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 04-1194
Approved Resolution No. 04-1194 denying the proposal by Atmos Energy Corporation
to implement GRIP rate adjustments for gas utility investment in 2003; authorizing
intervention in administrative and court proceedings involving the proposed GRIP rate
adjustments and requiring reimbursement of reasonable legal and consultant expenses.
ITEM NO. 9 APPROVAL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
ENGINEERING CONTRACT
Authorized the city manager to execute an engineering design contract with Elliott and
Hughes, Inc., for the design of wastewater main replacements for the design of the FY
2004 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project in Midway Park and Carr Park, in an amount
not to exceed $92,610.
ITEM NO. 10 APPROVAL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
ENGINEERING CONTRACT
Authorized the city manager to execute an engineering contract with Kimley-Horn and
Associates, Inc., for the design and implementation of traffic signal timing on Industrial
Boulevard (FM 157) from South Pipeline Road to Mid-Cities Boulevard, in the amount of
$40,000.
ITEM NO. 12 APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 11, 2005, and the
Special Called Meeting of January 12, 2005.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 7 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-1193
`... Council Member Miller motioned to approve Resolution No. 05-1193 supporting the
bringing of new and/or expanded air service to DFW International Airport in lieu of
seeking repeal of the Wright Amendment.
City Council Minutes Page 4 of 11 January 25, 2005
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11 APPROVAL AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE CONTRACT
Council Member Miller motioned to approve authorizing the city manager to negotiate
and execute a contract with the recommended firm of Byron Folse and Associates for
architectural services for renovation of City Hall Complex, Building B. The architectural
fee will be set at a flat amount of $74,000, which is based on 8% of the architect's
estimated construction costs of $868,198.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
v- Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13 PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDED PROJECT
SELECTION FOR THE 31ST YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005-2006
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield opened the public hearing at 7:20 p.m. regarding the
proposed 31st year CDBG project for Fiscal Year 2005-06.
Planning and Development Manager Eric Wilhite stated the proposed project is the
replacement of sanitary collection lines located in the Oakwood Terrace West Addition.
The sanitary sewer collection lines are in need of replacement due to being undersized
and made of outdated material which creates increased maintenance. The project is
located in a CDBG target area in which previous funds were used for projects in the late
1990s. These replacements will complete the line replacement in this neighborhood
area. The total project estimate is $357,597. It is anticipated approximately $110,000
in funds from Tarrant County will be awarded.
There being no proponents or opponents, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield closed the public
hearing at 7:23 p.m.
Council Member Martin motioned to approve the proposed 31st year CDBG project for
Fiscal Year 2005-06 to replace sanitary collection lines located in the Oakwood Terrace
West Addition. The total project estimate is $357,597 with approximately $110,000
being funded through Tarrant County.
City Council Minutes Page 5 of 11 January 25, 2005
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14 CONTINUE PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 04-
16-SUP AND APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1672
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield continued the public hearing at 7:24 p. m. for Specific Use
Permit No. 04-16-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.
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated the applicant, Abbey
Adeyeye is requesting renewal of a specific use permit for The Redeemed Christian
Church of God located at 1717 W. Euless Blvd. The church is sponsored by the Dallas
area Redeemed Christian Churches of God ministry. Programs that are offered cater to
the educational, physical, and spiritual needs of the youth that the center serves. The
applicant is currently operating under a lease to purchase option and they are
attempting to secure financing to purchase the property. Due to the uncertainty
regarding future ownership of the property, staff recommends renewal for one year.
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield asked for any proponents.
Mr. Abbey Adeyeye, 1717 W. Euless Blvd., Euless, Texas, spoke in favor of the
request.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield closed
the public hearing at 7:26 p.m.
Council Member Miller motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1672 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 on property
located 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 Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
City Council Minutes Page 6 of 11 January 25, 2005
ITEM NO. 15 APPROVAL TO RECONSIDER EXCEPTION TO MASONRY
REQUIREMENT FOR NEW PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL USE 04-
17-CC
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated that the owner of Label
Graphics and Packaging, Stu Scharffenberger, has asked that the council reconsider
his request for an exception to the masonry requirement.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve reconsideration of granting a special
exception to masonry requirements for Label Graphics and Packaging located on Lot 6,
Block C, International/Regional Industrial Complex, at 2140 Regal Parkway.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16 APPROVAL OF EXCEPTION TO MASONRY REQUIREMENT FOR
NEW PROPOSED NON-RESIDENTIAL USE 04-16-CC
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated the city council considered a
request at its last meeting for a masonry exception for Label Graphics & Packaging and
approved a masonry exception with an amendment to the applicant's original proposal
that required the addition of 50% masonry to the north elevations of the two buildings
located on the north side of the site.
The day after the council meeting, the owner, Stu Scharffenberger, discussed with staff
his regret that he was not able to attend the meeting, and that the presentation made
and the materials used during the meeting did not effectively illustrate the overall quality
of the architectural design proposed for the building. He requested another opportunity
to further discuss his request.
Dave Phillips, Keller, Texas, stated that the concern had been that the people to the
north would be able to see the back of the proposed buildings. He noted that after
investigating further, the buildings face the back of an institutional building. He noted
other buildings in the area are metal. He stated that the proposed buildings will be
attractive and will have masonry on the areas seen by the public. He asked the city
council to reconsider their previous requirement to have 50% masonry on the north end
of the northern buildings.
Stuart Scharffenberger, Label Graphics & Packaging, 1565 Bent Creek, Southlake,
Texas, stated that the metal buildings hold heat and cool air better and can be more
attractive than tilt wall. He stated that additional masonry would increase the cost. He
stated he will be the owner/operator of the business and will lease out several of the
buildings.
City Council Minutes Page 7 of 11 January 25, 2005
'4.1. Council Member Miller asked how much masonry was on the total complex?
Mr. Scharffenberger stated that it will be 60% on all four buildings together.
Council Member Massey asked if there will be a fence across the back.
Mr. Scharffenberger stated that initially he will put shrubs and trees.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the special exception to masonry
requirements, as originally proposed and indicated on the architectural drawings, for
Label Graphics and Packaging, located on Lot 6, Block C, International/Regional
Industrial Complex, at 2140 Regal Parkway.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, and Massey
Nays: Council Member Miller
Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield declared the motion carried.
Council Member Miller stated that he has a problem with the other metal buildings in the
area and doesn't agree with the exceptions that have been made. He stated that he is
concerned about how they will look 25 years from now, and the ability of the City of
Euless to compete with other cities like Southlake in 25 years.
ITEM NO. 17 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 04-18-SUP
Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield opened the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. and noted that the
applicant withdrew their request for Specific Use Permit No. 04-18-SUP on Lot 1R1,
Block 1, Glade Crossing Shopping Center, for Life Connection Church in C-1
(Neighborhood Business District) zoning at 101 West Glade Road, Suite 102.
There being no proponents or opponents, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield closed the public
hearing at 7:49 p.m.
ITEM NO. 18 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN NO. 04-07-SP
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated the applicant, A & L
Engineering and Consulting, Inc., is requesting to construct a retail development on a
32,850 sq. ft. tract of land. The site consists of a 6,400 sq. ft. single story structure
facing West Euless Boulevard. There are two existing drive approaches off of West
Euless Boulevard. and the drive approach located closest to Norman Drive will be
removed to improve safety and internal circulation. Because commercial development
is being introduced adjacent to single-family zoned property, the existing wrought iron
fencing on the south side of the property will be removed and replaced with a six foot
high masonry screening wall and landscape buffer.
City Council Minutes Page 8 of 11 January 25, 2005
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve Site Plan No. 04-07-SP for a retail strip
center on Lot A3, Block 1, Oakwood Terrace Addition, located at 417 West Euless
Boulevard.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 19 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1674
Council Member Massey motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 1674 amending Chapter 10, "Animals," of the Euless Code of Ordinances by adding
Subsection 10-73, "Defecation of animals on public and private property; failure to
remove and dispose of excreta."
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 20 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1675
Director of Public Works Ron Young stated that the current ordinance only concerns
barking dogs. The amendment addresses loud noises by any animal, not just dogs.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1675 amending Chapter 10, "Animals," of the Euless Code of Ordinances, by amending
Section 10-66, "Barking Dogs."
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
City Council Minutes Page 9 of 11 January 25, 2005
Nos- ITEM NO. 21 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-1191
Council Member Martin motioned to approve Resolution No. 05-1191 calling a general
election for the offices of Mayor and City Council Members, Place Two and Place Four
to be joint with HEB ISD, for Saturday, May 7, 2005, with a runoff election, if required,
for Saturday June 11, 2005. Early voting for the May 7, election shall be conducted at
the City of Euless Public Library, 201 N. Ector Drive, Euless, Texas, weekdays from
Wednesday, April 20, through Tuesday, May 3, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on
Saturday, April 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 22 CONSIDER EXTENSION OF CONTRACT FOR CITY MANAGER
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the extension of contract for the city
manager to expire January 31, 2007.
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Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 23 CONSIDER EXTENSION OF CONTRACT FOR CITY SECRETARY
Council Member Martin motioned to approve the extension of contract for the city
secretary to expire January 31, 2007.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Hogg, Martin, Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield declared the motion carried.
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Karin Newell, President of ARTSNET, thanked the city council for their partnership with
ARTSNET to provide art activities in the Metroplex. She noted that Director of Planning
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and Development Mike Collins is now on the ARTSNET Board and thanked City
`- Manager Joe Hennig for suggesting him to serve.
ITEM NO. 25 REPORTS
STAFF REPORT
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald introduced Stacey Hollinger,
owner of the Euless Lone Stars team, a member of the Texas Collegiate League and
John Blake, Commissioner of the Texas Collegiate League.
Stacey Hollinger distributed information regarding the new team he owns in the Texas
Collegiate League which will make the Parks at Texas Star its home and discussed the
important part the league plays in baseball.
John Blake spoke regarding the Texas Collegiate League, and stated he was previously
involved 20 years with the Texas Rangers. He stated that college students from around
the nation will be a part of the team.
CITY MANAGER
City Manager Joe Hennig stated he appreciated the city's association with ARTSNET.
CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Paul Wieneskie had nothing to report.
CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Massey congratulated Parks Construction Foreman Dan Dearborn for
being selected employee of the month. She thanked Karin Newell for the accolades on
the City of Euless and stated she appreciated JoAnn Rogers and Mike Collins for their
partnership with ARTSNET. She congratulated Stacey Hollinger on his new endeavor.
Council Member Miller congratulated Dan Dearborn and thanked Karin Newell for her
report. He stated that he is glad Stacey Hollinger and John Blake are bringing their
team to Euless.
Council Member Martin congratulated Dan Dearborn and stated the employees of the
city are what makes the city great. She thanked Jo Ann Rogers, Ray McDonald, and
Mike Collins for their work with ARTSNET. She also thanked Stacey Hollinger for his
presentation. She stated she received e-mails from two soldiers, one from Richardson
and one from Euless, who came through DFW Airport from Iraq and they both
expressed their appreciation to the City of Euless for their part in welcoming the troops
home. She noted that they both will be remaining in the United States.
City Council Minutes Page 11 of 11 January 25, 2005
Council Member Hogg stated he is proud of the employees and noted that he has
known Dan Dearborn since he came to Euless. He stated he is glad to see Karin
Newell again as they worked together when she was on the Bedford City Council. He
stated he is looking forward to Stacey Hollinger's team coming to Euless.
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield congratulated Dan Dearborn and thanked Karin Newell and
Stacey Hollinger for attending the meeting and giving their presentations. He stated the
HEB Chamber of Commerce is celebrating their 50t Anniversary and that he attended
their recent press conference.
ITEM NO. 26 ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.
APPROVED:
Mary Lib eh, Mayor
ATTEST:
Su n Crim, MC, City Secretary