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EULESS CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 16, 2005
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib
Saleh at 4:05 p.m. on Tuesday, August 16, 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 Carl Tyson, Leon Hogg, Linda Martin, Charlie
Miller, and Veva Lou Massey. The precouncil meeting included discussion by Director
of Public Works Ron Young and Warren Brewer with Trinity River Authority regarding
the TRA Bond Sale; discussion regarding the fee ordinance update involving library,
parks and recreation, and fire fees; discussion by Director of Planning and Development
Mike Collins regarding temporary residential storage; and Board and Commission
appointments for HEB Teen Court Advisory Board and Crime Control and Prevention
District. Agenda items were then reviewed. Closed session was held to discuss
contemplated litigation involving contractor liability issues as authorized by Section
551.071 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.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Joe Hennig, Assistant City Manager Loretta Getchell, City Attorney Bob
McFarland, City Secretary Susan Crim, Deputy City Secretary Becky Null, Director of
Economic Development Bill Ridgway, Director of Parks and Community Services Ray
McDonald, Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins, Fire Chief Lee Koontz,
Director of Public Works Ron Young, Assistant Fire Chief Robert Isbell, Assistant Police
Chief Harland Westmoreland, Assistant Police Chief Bob Freeman, Fire Marshal Paul
Smith, Police Lt. Steve Kockos, City Engineer Robert Barker, Planning and
Development Manager Eric Wilhite, Fleet and Facilities Administrator Kyle McAdams,
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton, Public Works Manager Chris
Barker, Human Resources Administrator J. T. Ackerman, Purchasing Manager Mike
Lowry, Library Administrator JoAnn Rogers, Municipal Court Manager Teresa
Alexander, Recreation Manager Suzanne Hendrickson, Senior Inspector Jim Moy,
Court Clerk Roslyn Moore, Court Clerk Emily Murphy, Fire Inspector Charles Anderson,
Fire Secretary Melissa Thomas, Battalion Chief Darrell Rutledge, Driver
Engineer/Paramedics Kelly Varwig, Bill Versteeg, and Michael Parks, Firefighter/EMT
Cody Delmere, Firefighter/Paramedics Cole Brown, Kyle McGonigal, Brad Smith,
Dustin Benton, Jacob Smith, Clint Carpenter, Michael Hanks, Jerad Gomez, and Jarrod
Goodman, Public Works Field Tech Randy Bardin, Information Services Administrator
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Dan McLain, Computer Services Specialist Brett Bennett, Communications/Marketing
N.. Manager Betsy Boyett, and Reserve Police Officer Clyde Cullum.
VISITORS
Brenda Brown, Alex and Tyler Thomas, Donna Hooker, Ruby Barton, Sylvia Bardin,
Robert and Sonia McMillon, Ellena Morrison, John Sanders, Jack Hill, Della Ferris, Alex
Horton, Charles Cinquemani, Keith Eggers, Carroll Scott, Jack and Caron Griffith, Billy
Owens, Barney Snitz, Mike Utzman, and other visitors as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
Pastor Terry Young, North Euless Baptist Church, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop No. 253 led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1 PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH FOR AUGUST
Fire Chief Lee Koontz and Fire Marshal Paul Smith introduced Fire Secretary Melissa
Thomas, her mom, Donna Hooker, grandmother, Ruby Barton, and sons, Alex and
Tyler Thomas. Mayor Saleh presented her with a plaque for being selected employee
of the month for August.
ITEM NO. 2 PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS FOR AUGUST
Director of Public Works Ron Young introduced Public Works Field Tech Randy Bardin
and his wife, Sylvia. Assistant City Manager Loretta Getchell and Court Manager
Teresa Alexander introduced Municipal Court Clerk Roslyn Moore. Fire Chief Lee
Koontz introduced Firefighter II/Paramedic Cole Brown and his wife, Brenda.
Randy Bardin was presented with a 5-year service pin, Roslyn Moore with a 15-year
service pin, and Cole Brown with a 25-year service pin.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Mayor Saleh read the following announcement to the audience:
Seventeen years ago the City of Euless began what is today the largest
Arbor Daze festival in America. The roots of Arbor Daze run deep. It
began in 1988 as the How to Grow Garden Show, featuring the Spice of
Life Band, and has since branched out into the Arbor Daze festival that we
know today. With over 250,000 people attending from throughout the
region, it has become a nearly $1 million production.
We have been delighted by the growth and popularity of Arbor Daze. The
festival has been one of our proudest accomplishments. However, this has
increased the risk to the City and its residents. This became abundantly
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clear with the rainout of 2004. Because it is impossible to mitigate the
■•iw weather risk, potential issues could cause anywhere from $300,000-
$500,000 of liability for the City that cannot be reduced through insurance.
Even in the best years, the large costs associated with the festival have
continued to increase and break even has become increasingly difficult to
attain.
The City has been committed to keeping this a community event by
maintaining that an admission fee should not be charged and alcohol
would not be sold. In turn, this has not allowed revenue growth needed
and has further added to the liability of the City should we experience
weather issues on that specific weekend.
The City of Euless has proudly been a Tree City USA for the past eighteen
years and is firmly committed to the importance of trees and the
beautification and improvement that they provide to the environment.
Although the traditional Arbor Daze festival will not be held in the spring,
the tree giveaway has been the highlight of the event and that will
continue to take place in order to celebrate the importance of trees.
However, it will not be the size and scale of the previous festivals and will
continue to be an event our citizens can be proud of.
We want to thank all those who have participated in Arbor Daze during our
�.. seventeen year history including past sponsors, volunteers, vendors and
most importantly, our employees. Your enthusiasm about Arbor Daze has
been overwhelming and we appreciate your support.
CONSENT AGENDA
Council Member Miller motioned to approve Consent Agenda Items numbered 3, and 5
through 8.
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 3 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-1205
Approved Resolution No. 05-1205 approving the Trinity River Authority Resolution
authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Trinity River Authority of Texas (Tarrant
County Water Project) Improvement and Refunding Revenue Bonds, and authorized the
`"` mayor to execute a TRA certificate for Resolution No. 05-1205.
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ITEM NO. 5 AWARD OF BID NO. 019-05
Awarded Bid No. 019-05 to Scobee Foods, Inc., for the annual jail food contract in the
estimated expenditure of $45,000.
ITEM NO. 6 AWARD OF BID NO. 021-05
Awarded Bid No. 021-05 to Whitmore & Sons, Inc., P. O. Box 210203, Bedford, Texas,
76095, for the irrigation project at McCormick Park in the amount of $37,329, and
authorized the city manager to execute the contract.
ITEM NO. 7 AWARD OF BID NO. 04-040
Awarded renewal of Bid No. 04-040 to Martin-Eagle Oil Company, Denton, Texas, for
the purchase of bulk gasoline and diesel fuels through a joint purchase agreement with
the City of Hurst in the estimated expenditure of $156,000 for unleaded fuel and
$58,000 for diesel fuel for a total of$214,000.
ITEM NO. 8 APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 28, 2005.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 4 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-1206
Council Member Miller motioned to approve Resolution No. 05-1206 supporting the
following proposed Euless transportation projects to be included in the Tarrant County
Transportation Bond Program in an estimated cost of $6,040,000 with the city's share
being $3,020,000: Baze Road - Priest Lane to Glade Road; Gateway Boulevard -
Centurion Boulevard to Glade Road; Ash Lane - Aransas Drive to Main Street; Fuller-
Wiser Connector at S.H. 360; S. H. 10 Signal Timing Project — Loop 820 to S. H. 183,
Hurst to Euless; Traffic Signal Upgrades; and South Pipeline Road Bridge over Post
Oak Channel and associated overlay.
Council Member Tyson seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 9 SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR AUGUST 30, 2005 FOR PROPOSED
GENERAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR FY 2005-2006
Council Member Miller motioned to set a public hearing for August 30, 2005, to allow
citizens the opportunity to express their opinions concerning items of expenditure in the
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General Operating Budget for FY 2005-2006, giving their reasons for wishing to
New increase or decrease any items of expense.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 10. PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF THE CRIME CONTROL
PREVENTION DISTRICT (CCPD) BUDGET
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:41 p.m. regarding the Euless Crime Control
and Prevention District Budget for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2005, and
ending September 30, 2006.
Assistant City Manager Loretta Getchell and Assistant Police Chief Harland
Westmoreland noted the baseline budget includes total revenue of $1,180,125 which is
derived from interest earnings and the 1/4¢ sales tax that was approved by the citizens of
Euless to assist in crime prevention.
Baseline expenditures total $1,180,045 and consist primarily of salaries and benefits for
14 officers and an assistant police chief. Additionally, the budget includes $66,552 for
various crime prevention supplies, training, and apparatus as well as $70,066 for the
radio system.
Capital items recommended for FY2005-2006 include a carryover of $10,000 for the
previous funded Prisim Shoot/Don't Shoot Simulator and $161,463 of new capital
requests. These items are as follows:
Part Time PSO's $50,000
Patrol Rifles $20,110
Tasers $29,938
Video Enhancement System $19,955
Polygraph Equipment $ 7,935
Krimesite Imager $14,950
Tactical Rifles $ 5,120
Mobile Threat Net Weather Satellite $ 2,200
Directional Sensing Speed Radars $ 3,805
EOC Upgrade $ 3,450
EOC Intern $ 4,000
The Crime Control Prevention District Board recommended approval of all of these
items and additionally recommended a minimum reserve level equal to 60 days
operating expenditures be established. The proposed budget meets these
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requirements with an estimated ending fund balance of $221,627, which exceeds the
Nos, required amount by $27,647.
There being no proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:46
p.m.
Council Member Martin motioned to approve the Euless Crime Control and Prevention
District Budget for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 2005, and ending September
30, 2006.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11 PUBLIC HEARING FOR PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 05-03-PD
AND APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE
NO. 1695
�... Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. regarding Planned Development
No. 05-03-PD changing the zoning on Tracts 4E01 & 4F, R. Crowley Survey, A-312, at
the northwest corner of E. Ash Lane and SH 360, from R-5 (Multi-Family High Density
Dwelling District 24 Units/AC) to PD (Planned Development) based on R-5.
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated that MDC Brookside, L.P.,
proposes to develop a 12.7 acre parcel for a 14-building, 158 unit apartment complex.
The planned development will allow variances to the building setback requirements. A
creek traverses the property from south to north, and the floodplain reduces the net
developable acres. The average unit size for one bedroom is 712 sq. ft. and two
bedroom is 1,041 sq. ft. Variances to the development standards include: Setbacks for
buildings 1, 2, and 3, adjacent to Bear Creek Pkwy., have been reduced from 100 ft. to
between 50 ft. and 60 ft.; setbacks for buildings 7, 8, and 15, adjacent to Ash Lane,
have been reduced from 100 ft. to between 43 ft. and 80 ft. respectively; and buildings
7, 8, and 15 will be constructed as two-story buildings as a tradeoff; rear setbacks for
buildings 3, 4, and 12, which abut the City of Euless Bear Creek Park, have been
reduced from 75 ft. to 31 ft. 8 in., 42 ft. 10 in., and 64 ft. 6 in., respectively. Fifty percent
of the units must be provided with attached enclosed garages. While providing 75
attached garage spaces, the applicant proposes to provide building 15 (adjacent to Ash
Lane) with 8 spaces in detached enclosed garages. A pedestrian crossing will also be
constructed on the north end of the creek.
Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
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Edward Stevanic, WSR Architects, 6330 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, Texas, and Jeff Winkler,
9.. Jones & Boyd Engineers, 17090 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas, spoke as
representatives of the developer and noted that the project averages 12 to 13 units per
acre.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 7:53 p.m.
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1695 for Planned Development No. 05-03-PD changing the zoning on Tracts 4E01 &
4F, R. Crowley Survey, A-312, at the northwest corner of E. Ash Lane and SH 360, from
R-5 (Multi-Family High Density Dwelling District 24 u/a) to PD (Planned Development)
based on R-5.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
,`, ITEM NO. 12 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 05-06-SUP
AND APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE
NO. 1696
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:56 p.m. for Specific Use Permit No. 05-06-
SUP on Tracts 3E1 & 3N, Allen M. Downen Survey, A-415, for the Gurdwara Sikh Sagat
Temple in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District) zoning at 1400 W. Euless
Boulevard.
Director of Planning and Development Mike Collins stated that this request is a renewal
of the specific use permit allowing the Gurdwara Sikh Sangat Temple at this location.
He noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval without a
time limit.
Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
P. S. Aurora, 336 Park Blvd., Coppell, Texas, representing Gurdwara Sikh Sangat
stated that the congregation has spent over $50,000 upgrading the outside of the
property and over $30,000 on the inside of the building. He requested that it be
approved without a time limit.
Harbans Lal, 6415 Amicable Drive, Arlington, Texas, 76016; Komal Kaur, 1400 W.
Euless Blvd., Euless, Texas, 76040; Jagdeep Sandhu, 2050 Grayson Drive, #17102,
•`" Grapevine, Texas, 76051; and Aman Dhaliwal, 1400 W. Euless Blvd., Euless, Texas,
76040, each spoke in favor of the request.
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There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
,— hearing at 8:11 p.m.
Council Member Martin motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1696 for Specific Use Permit No. 05-06-SUP on Tracts 3E1 & 3N, Allen M. Downen
Survey, A-415, for the Sikh Temple in TX-10 (Texas Highway 10 Multi-use District)
zoning at 1400 W. Euless Boulevard, with the condition that it be tied to the
congregation Gurdwara Sikh Sangat.
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13 TABLED ORDINANCE NO. 1694
Council Member Tyson motioned to table Ordinance No. 1694 to a future council
meeting, amending Chapter 86, "Utilities," Section 86-83, "Drought Contingency Plan,"
subsection (b) "Drought Stages-Trigger Criteria, Actions, and Termination" of the Code
of Ordinances to fulfill requirements relating to recently adopted revisions to Title 30,
Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 288-Water Conservation Plans, Drought
Contingency Plans, Guidelines and Requirements.
Council Member Massey seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1697
Council Member Hogg motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1697 amending Chapter 34 "Fire Prevention and Protection," Section 34-104 "Districts"
of the Code of Ordinances adjusting the areas of the city where certain flammable
materials may be stored.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
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Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 15 APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO.
1698
Council Member Massey motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance
No. 1698 amending Chapter 2 "Administration" of the Code of Ordinances, authorizing
certain audits to be undertaken at the direction of the city manager or the city manager's
designee.
Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16 APPOINT BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS
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Council Member Martin motioned to approve moving Charles Cinquemani from
Alternate #1 to Place 2 and to appoint Michelle Smith to Alternate #1 on the HEB Teen
Court Advisory Board, both with terms expiring December 31, 2006. Reappointed Don
Martin, Barney Snitz, Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, and Council Member Charlie Miller to the
Crime Control and Prevention District Board with terms expiring September 1, 2007.
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Porterfield, Council Members Tyson, Hogg, Martin,
Miller, and Massey
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 17 REQUEST BY MIKE UTZMAN TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL
Mike Utzman, 811 Rock Creek Drive, Euless, Texas, addressed the council regarding
DFW Airport and the Wright Amendment.
ITEM NO. 18 REQUEST BY JACK GRIFFITH TO ADDRESS CITY COUNCIL
`` Jack Griffith, 600 E. Alexander Lane, Euless, Texas, addressed the council regarding
the meaning of the American flag and its proper disposal and eminent domain as it
relates to the Dickey Apartments.
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ITEM NO. 19 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jack Hill, 616 Bent Tree Drive, Euless, Texas, addressed the council regarding code
violations in respect to cars being parked in their front yards and motor homes being
parked in the street.
ITEM NO. 20 REPORTS
STAFF REPORT
There was no staff report.
CITY MANAGER
City Manager Joe Hennig stated the decision to discontinue Arbor Daze was a difficult
one. He noted that the issues involved were the financial risk to the citizens and not
being able to insure for rain. He applauded the city council for making such a difficult
decision.
CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Bob McFarland had nothing to report.
`•- CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Tyson congratulated Melissa Thomas for being selected employee of
the month, and Cole Brown, Roslyn Moore, and Randy Bardin for receiving their service
pins. He noted that Arbor Daze was putting a great strain on employees. He stated
that they hope to rest a year and reevaluate the situation and go with a smaller venue.
Council Member Hogg thanked the employees recognized tonight for all the years they
have given to the city. He stated that Melissa Thomas, Cole Brown, Roslyn Moore, and
Randy Bardin are a joy to be around. He stated that he has been involved with Arbor
Daze since its beginning and hopes to bring it back.
Council Member Martin thanked the citizens for being in attendance at the council
meeting and letting the council know what they think. She thanked Loretta Getchell and
the finance staff for their work on the budget. She stated it is amazing to be able to
decrease the tax rate and still provide quality services. She congratulated Melissa
Thomas, Cole Brown, Roslyn Moore, and Randy Bardin on their recognition.
Council Member Miller thanked the citizens in attendance and stated he appreciated
their comments. He stated that he doesn't think Arbor Daze will go away, but it needs
to be re-thought. He stated he is pleased with the budget. He congratulated the
employees recognized and welcomed the new board members appointed tonight.
Mayor Pro Tem Porterfield stated that the city is fortunate to have such dedicated
employees. He stated he is amazed that employees will stay with one city for so long.
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He stated that Joe Hennig and his staff have worked tirelessly to put together a fiscally
ti.., conservative budget, while still being able to provide all the services. He noted that the
Euless Library Foundation worked for three years to raise money to purchase the
Blooms of Enlightenment, which is a unique piece of blown glass art by Professor David
Keens and his students at UTA. He noted the art work was dedicated on Friday, and
urged the citizens to go to the library and view the Blooms.
Council Member Massey stated it is heartwarming to see the response from fellow
employees for Melissa Thomas, Cole Brown, Roslyn Moore, and Randy Bardin. She
stated that the citizens have been well served by the proposed budget.
Mayor Saleh stated her appreciation for the citizens coming to talk to the council, and
noted the council depends on the citizens to let staff know if there are code violations.
She congratulated the employees who were recognized, and stated she appreciated all
the work done for Arbor Daze over the years. She stated she hoped everyone enjoys
the rest of summer.
ITEM NO. 15 ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
APPROVED:
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Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor
ATTEST:
Sus.n Crim, ' wC, City Secretary