HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-01-11 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2011
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib Saleh at
4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11, 2011, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall,
201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Linda
Martin, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Leon Hogg, Donna Mickan, Perry Bynum, and
Council Member Glenn Porterfield arrived at 4:15 p.m.
During the Precouncil meeting:
➢ Mayor Mary Lib Saleh advised that she attended the Tarrant County Commissioner's
Court meeting for the presentation and consideration of the County's participation in
the City of Euless Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 — Glade Parks. She added
that Commissioner Gary Fickes is a supporter of the project and made the motion to
approve the County's participation.
➢ Library Administrator Kate Lyon displayed a poster designed to promote reading. The
poster included Trinity High School Football Coach Steve Lineweaver and three
football players, and carried the tag line "Winners Read and Win".
➢ City Manager Gary McKamie extended a welcome to City Attorney Wayne K. Olson
, ) of the law firm of Taylor, Olson, Adkins, Sralla & Elam, L.P., and advised that Mr.
Olson has been appointed by the City Council to serve as the City Attorney.
City Manager McKamie advised the City Council of the two bond issues that will be
presented for considerations at the next meeting. Additionally, he stated that staff will
make a presentation to the Tarrant County College District on January 20, 2011,
related to participation in the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 — Glade Parks,
and bids related to the infrastructure improvements will be presented at the January
25, 2011, meeting for consideration.
➢ Police Chief Mike Brown, Administrative Assistant to the Chief Gary Landers and
Senior Police Corporal Scott Peterson addressed the City Council regarding the
proposed Commercial Vehicle Safety Standards and advised that an ordinance will
be presented for consideration at the January 25, 2011, meeting.
➢ Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins addressed the City
Council regarding Realty Capital's proposed mixed-use development to be located at
State Highway 183 and 360, and specifically the developer's request to seek a form
based zoning code, which would give the developer flexibility when developing the
property.
➢ Assistant City Manager Chris Barker addressed the City Council regarding a
proposed project for the 37th year Community Development Block Grant funding.
➢ Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell addressed the City Council regarding the
proposed Certificate of Obligation issuance to fund the infrastructure improvements
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for the Glade Parks development. Additionally, she advised that the City's bond
counsel is monitoring market conditions for a possible bond refunding opportunity,
and both items will be presented at the January 25, 2011, meeting for consideration.
City Manager Gary McKamie presented pictures of the condition of the Texas Star
Pavilion. He advised that the pavilion has been closed and cost estimates are being
sought for the repairs. He added that rebuilding the structure might be a
consideration.
➢ Finance Director Vicki Rodriquez advised that the November 2010 car rental sales tax
was up by nine percent.
➢ Public Works Director Ron Young provided an update related to the utility relocations
along Baze Road and Ash Lane, as well as the status of the effluent water line, which
will provide irrigation water to the Texas Star Golf Course and the Parks at Texas
Star.
➢ City Manager McKamie reviewed the regular agenda items.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council convened into closed session at 6:30 p.m. for deliberation regarding the
following:
- Economic development negotiations as authorized by Section 551.087 of the t-
Texas Government Code related to:
o Shops at Vineyard Village
o Glade Parks
The City Council reconvened into open session at 6:40 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. for
consideration of scheduled items.
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Gary McKamie
Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell
Assistant City Manager Chris Barker
City Attorney Wayne K. Olson
City Secretary Susan Crim
Deputy City Secretary Kim Sutter
Police Chief Mike Brown
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins
Assistant Police Chief Bob Freeman
Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald
Director of Public Works and Engineering Ron Young
Finance Director Vicki Rodriquez
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Interim Fire Chief Paul Smith
Public Works Manager JT Ackerman
Marketing/Communications Manager Betsy Deck
Human Resources/Risk Administrator Carolyn Marshall
Fleet and Facility Administrator Kyle McAdams
Information Services Administrator Dan McLain
Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police Gary Landers
Library Administrator Kate Lyon
Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton
Parks Manager Randy Smith
Municipal Courts Manager Teresa Alexander
Firefighter II/Paramedic Irving Alvarado
Senior Police Corporal Todd Bellah
Lieutenant/Paramedic Chanc Bennett
Computer Support Specialist Brett Bennett
Firefighter II/Paramedic Dustin Benton
Senior Police Officer Pam Byers
Computer Programmer/Analyst Tommy Christopherson
Fire Captain Rick Clark
Senior Planner Stephen Cook
Firefighter II/Paramedic James Cowger
Firefighter/Paramedic Joel Daniel
Inspector I Rick Eldredge
Fire Inspector II Vernon Gilmore
Firefighter II/Paramedic Jerad Gomez
Firefighter II/Paramedic Jarrod Goodman
Firefighter II/Paramedic Michael Hanks
Firefighter II/Paramedic Jeff Hayden
Firefighter II/Paramedic Brandon Herron
Senior Police Officer Hung "Scott" Ho
Administrative Secretary I Holly Houston
Secretary Deborah Howard
Inspector II Jeff Lee
Building Official Kurt Kasson
Police Lieutenant Steve Kockos
Court Clerk Rose Lopez
Firefighter/Paramedic Holt Markum
Firefighter/Paramedic/Driver Jason Moon
Court Clerk Roslyn Moore
Senior Police Officer Scott Morgan
Senior Inspector Jim Moy
Court Clerk Emily Murphy
Firefighter II/Paramedic Saul Padilla
Firefighter/Paramedic/Driver Michael Parks
Court Clerk Sylvia Paul
Court Clerk Claudia Quintero
Fire Inspector I Ken Rawlinson
Parks Field Tech III Tim Rolen
Firefighter II/Paramedic James Rowell
Battalion Chief Darrell Rutledge
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Firefighter II/Paramedic Cody Skinner
Fire Training Officer/Paramedic Dale Skinner
Senior Police Officer Shelli Smith
Lieutenant/Paramedic Scott Stamps
Firefighter II/Paramedic Chris Sutterfield
Secretary Melissa Thomas
Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Van Pelt
Court Clerk Sheshe Washington
Police Lieutenant John Williams
VISITORS
Adam Collins Damir Guilmanov Ethan Rawlinson
Emily Collins Jerrie Keller Aric Rolen
Margaret Collins Darrel Knobloch Kelcie Rolen
Aidan Cumming Mark Moore Carroll "Scotty" Scott
Krystal Cumming Dylan Ratliff Faye Stinneford
Iris Elliott Alex Rawlinson Jeremy Tompkins
And others as noted in the visitor register.
INVOCATION
Council Member Glenn Porterfield gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Leon Hogg led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
Interim Fire Chief Paul Smith introduced Fire Inspector I Ken Rawlinson. Ken was
accompanied by his wife, Alex, son, Ethan, and members of the Euless Fire Department "A"
shift.
Mayor Saleh presented Ken with a plaque commemorating his selection as Employee of the
Year for 2010.
ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Municipal Court Manager Teresa Alexander introduced Municipal Court Clerk Claudia
Quintero. Claudia was accompanied by members of the municipal court staff. Council
Member Tim Stinneford presented Claudia with a service award pin commemorating her five
years of service with the City.
Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell introduced Director of Planning and Economic
Development Mike Collins. Mike was accompanied by his wife, Margaret, his daughter,
Emily and his son, Adam. Mayor Pro Tem Linda Martin presented Mike with a service award
pin commemorating his 10 years of service with the City.
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Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Senior Police Officer Hung "Scott" Ho. Officer Ho was
accompanied by members of the police department. Council Member Donna Mickan
presented Officer Ho with a service award pin commemorating his 10 years of service with
the City.
Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Senior Police Officer Scott Morgan. Office Morgan was
accompanied by members of the police department. Council Member Glenn Porterfield
presented Officer Morgan with a service award pin commemorating his 10 years of service
with the City.
Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Senior Corporal Todd Bellah. Corporal Bellah was
accompanied by members of the police department. Council Member Perry Bynum
presented Corporal Bellah with a pin commemorating his 20 years of service with the City.
Director of Parks Community Services Ray McDonald introduced Field Tech III Tim Rolen.
Tim was accompanied by his daughters, Krystal and Kelcie, son, Aric, grandson Aiden, and
members of the city staff. Council Member Leon Hogg presented Tim with a service award
pin commemorating his 20 years of service with the City.
ITEM NO. 3. PRESENTATION OF QUARTERLY WASTEWATER REPORT
Director of Public Works Ron Young presented the wastewater report for the October to
December 2010 quarter. He presented a graph of wastewater calls by month for the quarter
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f as well as maps delineating the geographic distribution of calls across the city. In summary,
a total of 38 calls were received in the quarter with 10 being city initiated calls.
CONSENT AGENDA (Items 4 through 11)
Mayor Pro Tem Martin motioned to approve Consent Agenda items number 4 through 11.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Mickan, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED RENEWAL OF BID NO. 001-10
Approved renewal of Bid No. 001-10 and authorized execution of contract by the City
Manager for the purchase of Type-D Hot Mix Asphalt to Austin Asphalt, LP, Irving, Texas,
with Reynolds Asphalt and Construction Company, Euless, Texas serving as the secondary
supplier.
The estimated annual expenditure is $352,500.
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ITEM NO. 5. AUTHORIZED CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
Authorized City Manager to execute a contract with Office Depot for a one year period for 3
the purchase of office supplies through The Cooperative Purchasing Network (TCPN).
The estimated annual expenditure is $98,000.
ITEM NO. 6. AUTHORIZED PURCHASE OF LIBRARY MATERIALS
Authorized the purchase of library print and multimedia materials through the State of Texas
Co-Op Program.
The estimated expenditure is $222,085.
ITEM NO. 7. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 11-1354
Approved Resolution No. 11-1354, recommending award of a contract for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project No. B10-UC-48-0001-22-50 to Hall Albert
Construction Company, Benbrook, Texas for the replacement of sanitary sewer main in the
Oakwood Terrace West Addition.
The project is fully funded through the Tarrant County Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) program.
ITEM NO. 8. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 11-1355
Approved Resolution No. 11-1355, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Memorandum of
Agreement between the City of Euless and Tarrant County outlining the foundation for the
North Central Texas Major Case Investigative Team (MCIT).
ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED MINUTE ORDER DESIGNATING THE CITY OF EULESS
ANIMAL CONTROL SUPERVISOR AS THE LOCAL RABIES
CONTROL AUTHORITY FOR THE CITY OF EULESS
Approved Minute Order designating the City of Euless Animal Control Supervisor as the
Local Rabies Control Authority for the City of Euless as required by the Texas Health and
Safety Code.
ITEM NO. 10. APPROVED SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE ECONOMIC
INCENTIVE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
EULESS, VINEYARD VILLAGE MSV, LLC, AND BIG VINEYARD
VILLAGE, LLC
Approved second amendment to the Economic Incentive Agreement by and between the
City of Euless, Vineyard Village MSV, LLC and Big Vineyard Village, LLC.
ITEM NO. 11. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Approved regular meeting minutes of December 14, 2010.
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REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 12. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 10-12-
SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1896
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m.
Planning and Economic Development Director Mike Collins introduced the case, and
advised that the applicant, RD Auto Group, represented by owner Damir Guilmanov, intends
to operate an appointment based motor vehicle dealership for the sale of vehicles online and
utilize the 5,000 square foot interior space located at 2811 West Euless Boulevard as
storage for vehicle inventory (five to 10 cars). Mr. Collins advised that the Planning and
Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Specific Use Permit with the following
conditions:
1) Tied to the owner, Mr. Damir Guilmanov; and
2) Tied to the business name: RD Auto Group; and
3) Permitted for the period of one year to be renewed through the Specific Use Permit
process; and
4) No outdoor advertising display other than a permitted sign indicating the name of the
business; and
5) No outdoor storage or display of vehicles; and
6) No on-site major mechanical or auto body work to be performed on vehicles (this
condition does not include computer diagnostic of vehicles which may be performed);
and
7) No more than five gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including fuel in the vehicle gas
tank) and no more than thirty (30) cumulated gallons stored within this facility.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents of the request.
Damir Guilmanov, 2811 W. Euless Boulevard, spoke in support of the request.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any opponents of the request.
With no others requesting to speak, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:37 p.m.
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Ordinance No. 1896, granting a Specific Use
Permit on J. W. Lewellyn Addition, Block 1, Lot 2 for Motor Vehicle Dealership in I-1 (Light
Industrial District) zoning at 2811 W. Euless Boulevard with the following conditions:
1) Tied to the owner, Mr. Damir Guilmanov; and
2) Tied to the business name: RD Auto Group; and
3) Permitted for the period of one year to be renewed through the Specific Use Permit
process; and
4) No outdoor advertising display other than a permitted sign indicating the name of the
business; and
5) No outdoor storage or display of vehicles; and
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6) No on-site major mechanical or auto body work to be performed on vehicles (this
condition does not include computer diagnostic of vehicles which may be performed);
and
7) No more than five gallons of fuel stored per vehicle (including fuel in the vehicle gas
tank) and no more than thirty (30) cumulated gallons stored within this facility.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Mickan, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 13. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 10-13-
SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1897
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:39 p.m.
Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins introduced the case, and
advised that the applicant, IT'Z FEC Euless, LLC, represented by Mark Moore, recently
purchased the business and intends to continue operating the existing established
restaurant / indoor amusement format with modifications to the theme of the business,
including providing alcohol sales at the location to attract corporate outings to the location.
Mr. Collins advised that the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the
Specific Use Permit with the following conditions:
1. The Specific Use Permit is_tied to the business name— IT'Z; and
2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owners — IT'Z FEC Euless LLC.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents of the request.
Mark Moore, 12400 Coit Road, #800, Dallas, Texas, and Chief Executive Officer of IT'Z
spoke in support of the request.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any opponents of the request.
With no others requesting to speak, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:42 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tern Martin motioned to approve Ordinance No. 1897, granting a Specific Use
Permit on Euless Town Center Addition, Block 1, Lot 1R for Amusement and Recreation
Services in PD 872 (Planned Development 872) based on C-2 zoning located at 1201 W.
Airport Freeway, #400, with the following conditions:
1. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business name— IT'Z; and
2. The Specific Use Permit is tied to the business owners — IT'Z FEC Euless LLC. 3
Council Member Mickan seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Mickan, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 14. HELD PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
10-04-PD AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1898
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:43 p.m.
Assistant City Manager Chris Barker introduced the item, and advised that the applicant,
Glade 121 LP, is requesting approval of amendments to the existing Planned Development
located between Cheek Sparger Road (south), S.H. 121 (east), Heritage Avenue (west) and
the Heritage Towne Crossing Development (north), on property that is currently zoned PD
1812 (Planned Development 1812). He presented and reviewed the proposed changes to
the PD and stated that the amendments are in response to the changed economic
environment and are an effort to encourage successful development. He added that the
Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the amendments.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any proponents of the request.
Tom Winn, Senior Project Manager, Rubloff Construction, expressed his appreciation to the
City Council and staff for their support of the project.
Mayor Saleh asked to hear from any opponents of the request.
With no others requesting to speak, Mayor Saleh closed the public hearing at 7:55 p.m.
Council Member Mickan motioned to approve Ordinance No. 1898, amending the zoning of
BBB & C RR Survey, A-204, Tracts 5 and 5D; J. Doss Survey, A-441, Tracts 3C, 4A1, 4A1A,
4B, 4B1, 4B2, 4C, 5, 6, 6A, 6A1, 6A2, 6B, 6B1, 6B1A, and 6B2; and J. Havins Survey, A-
685, Tracts 2A and 3 from Planned Development 1812 (PD 1812) zoning to Planned
Development (PD).
Council Member Hogg seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Mickan, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
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ITEM NO. 15. APPROVED EXTENSION OF CONTRACT FOR CITY MANAGER
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve an extension of the City Manager's contract to
January 31, 2013.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Mickan, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 16. APPROVE EXTENSION OF CONTRACT FOR CITY SECRETARY
Mayor Pro Tern Martin motioned to approve an extension of the City Secretary's contract to
January 31, 2013.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Martin, Council Members Stinneford, Hogg,
Mickan, Porterfield, and Bynum
Nays: None
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Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 17. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
ITEM NO. 18. REPORTS
CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Wayne K. Olson expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome and stated
that he sincerely looks forward to working with the City of Euless.
CITY MANAGER
No report given.
CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Saleh announced the grand opening of the Euless Family Life Center to be held on
Saturday, January 29, 2011, 2 to 4 p.m., 300 West Midway Drive.
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ITEM NO. 19. ADJOURN
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 7:59 p.m.
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