HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-03-11 `�- MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
EULESS CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 11, 2008
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Mary Lib
Saleh at 4:06 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, in the Precouncil Conference Room of
City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included: Mayor Mary Lib Saleh, Mayor
Pro Tem Leon Hogg, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Linda Martin, Charlie Miller,
Glenn Porterfield, and Perry Bynum.
The precouncil meeting included:
> A briefing by Parks and Community Services Director Ray McDonald regarding
the proposed Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan;
> Discussion regarding the condition and repairs of the City's swimming pools and
the future of the aquatics program by Director of Parks and Community Services
Ray McDonald and City Manager Gary McKamie;
> Discussion of proposed changes to the current gas drilling ordinance led by
Planning and Development Manager Chris Barker and Fire Marshal Paul Smith;
• Discussion led by City Manager Gary McKamie of the Euless Home Program and
Tarrant County funding assistance;
• and the review of agenda items.
The city council convened into closed session at 6:40 p.m. for deliberation regarding
pending litigation regarding George R. Moore vs. City of Euless, and Merced vs. City of
Euless as authorized by Sections 551.071 of the Texas Government Code, and
deliberation regarding economic development negotiations regarding Glade Park and
Redico, as authorized by Sections 551.087 of the Texas Government Code. They
reconvened into open session at 7:00 p.m.
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 Gary McKamie, Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell, City Attorney Bob
McFarland, City Secretary Susan Crim, Deputy City Secretary Becky Null, Director of
Economic Development Bill Ridgway, Police Chief Mike Brown, Director of Public Works
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Ron Young, Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald, Interim Fire
r- Chief Robert Isbell, City Engineer Robert Barker, Fleet and Facility Administrator Kyle
McAdams, Planning and Development Manager Chris Barker, Public Works Manager J.
T. Ackerman, Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton, Library
Administrator Kate Lyon, Human Resources/Risk Administrator Carolyn Marshall, Police
Lieutenant John Williams, Fire Division Chief/EMS Jeff Morris, Fire Marshal Paul Smith,
Fire Training Chief Dale Skinner, Fire Battalion Chief Gary Thompson, Fire Captain
Keith Smith, Driver Engineers Allan Cavender and Jacob Smith, Fire Lieutenants Bill
VerSteeg and Kip Smith, and Firefighters Ryan Hayes, David Johnson, David Cooper,
Shawn Soule, Chris Williamson, James Rowell, Ronnie Ikeler, Brian Vann, Ashley
Howard and Brad Smith, Fire Inspectors Vernon Gilmore and Ken Rawlinson, Fire
Department Secretary Melissa Thomas, Benefits Technician Anniece McKanna,
Computer Services Specialist Brett Bennett, Information Services Administrator Dan
McLain, Communications and Marketing Manager Betsy Deck, and Reserve Police
Officer Clyde Cullum.
VISITORS
Lee and Lark Koontz, Laura, Hannah and Emily Isbell, Vanessa Mayo, Casey and
Ashley Randolph, Lou and Vicki Baum, Faye Stinneford, Don Martin, John E. Philips,
Flavio and Eva Ronzani, Jeremy and Lori Tompkins, Emily Getzschman, Donna
Mickan, Jay Heilman, Helen Voss, Jerrie Keller, Barney Snitz, Don Horton, Carroll
Scott, Jake Thomasson, Billy Owens, Esther Johnson and others as noted in the visitor
register.
INVOCATION
Mayor Saleh gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Perry Bynum led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ITEM NO. 1 PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS
Deputy City Manager Loretta Getchell introduced Interim Fire Chief Robert Isbell, his
wife, Laura, and daughters, Hannah & Emily. Interim Fire Chief Robert Isbell introduced
Driver Engineer Steve Mayo and his wife, Vanessa. Mayor Saleh presented Robert
Isbell with a 5-year service pin and Steve Mayo with a 25-year service pin.
ITEM NO. 2 PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION
City Manager Gary McKamie introduced Retired Fire Chief Lee Koontz and his wife,
Lark. Mayor Saleh presented Lee Koontz with a proclamation in honor of his retirement
with over twenty-six years of service.
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ITEM NO. 3 PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION
Mayor Saleh presented a proclamation to Emily Getzschman, Director of
Communications and Government Relations with the Chisholm Trail Chapter of the
American Red Cross, proclaiming March, 2008, as American Red Cross Month.
ITEM NO. 4 PRESENTATION OF LIFE SAVING AWARD
Lieutenant John Williams introduced Anthony Casey Randolph and described the event
that led to Mr. Randolph being recognized. Mayor Saleh presented a Life Saving Award
to Casey Randolph for preventing a man from jumping from the Main Street bridge over
SH 183.
ITEM NO. 5 RECOGNITION OF RECIPIENT OF THE EAGLE SCOUT AWARD
FROM THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Mayor Saleh noted that Ian Nafziger was unable to attend the meeting due to a school
function.
REGULAR AGENDA
ITEM NO. 6 AUTHORIZED MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT
Council Member Miller motioned to authorize the Mayor to execute an interlocal
agreement with the City of Colleyville establishing the conditions under which Glade
121, L.P., can construct improvements to Heritage Avenue, the scope of the
improvements, and the level of coordination regarding construction inspection and
construction management work.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin, Miller,
Porterfield and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 7 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 08-1272
Council Member Porterfield motioned to approve Resolution No. 08-1272, a
commitment to enter into good faith negotiations to participate in an agreement with the
City of Fort Worth regarding the purchase of reclaimed water delivered through Fort
Worth's proposed Reclaimed Water Delivery System.
Mayor Pro Tem Hogg seconded the motion.
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Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin, Miller,
'_- Porterfield and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 8 PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 08-01-SUP
AND APPROVAL OF FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE
NO. 1807
Mayor Saleh opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m. regarding Specific Use Permit No.
08-01-SUP on Lot 5D, Jasper Addition, for Sycotic Designs, a paint shop in C-2
(Community Business District) zoning, located at 2021 W. Airport Freeway #A.
Planning and Development Manager Chris Barker stated the applicant, John E. Philips,
currently occupies approximately 5,000 sq. ft. of the existing building, which until
recently, had been an ancillary use to the primary user, Wild West Custom Choppers.
Wild West Custom Choppers had operated under a specific use permit, but has vacated
the building. Mr. Philips desires to remain in the building to continue operating the paint
shop, Sycotic Designs. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00
a.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
`... Mayor Saleh asked for any proponents.
John Philips, 2021 W. Airport Freeway #A, spoke in favor of the request.
There being no additional proponents or opponents, Mayor Saleh closed the public
hearing at 7:39 p.m.
Council Member Martin motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No.
1807 for Specific Use Permit No. 08-01-SUP on Lot 5D, Jasper Addition, for Sycotic
Designs, a paint shop in C-2 (Community Business District) zoning, located at 2021 W.
Airport Freeway #A, with the following conditions: (1) Tied to the owner, John E. Philips;
(2) Tied to the business name, Sycotic Designs; and (3) Valid for one year.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin, Miller,
Porterfield and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 9 APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN NO. 08-01-SP
Planning and Development Manager Chris Barker stated Ronzani, Inc., represented by
Flavio Ronzani, seeks approval to locate his commercial construction administrative
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office and warehouse on 0.626 acre site at the southwest corner of Marlene Drive and
Mary Drive. Mr. Ronzani intends to construct a 4,480 sq. ft, single-story building, with
2,000 sq. ft. of office space and 2,480 sq. ft. of warehouse area. A drive approach
would be provided off of Marlene Drive. Mr. Ronzani's lot is adjacent on the west side
to two lots, with the northern lot zoned residential and the southern lot zoned
commercial. He will maintain a 20 ft. setback from these properties and will construct
masonry screening along his west property line the full length of his building. The
building will feature 100% masonry construction through a combination of true stucco
and rock. The proposed site landscaping will meet or exceed all city requirements.
Mayor Pro Tem Hogg motioned to approve Site Plan No. 08-01-SP for Ronzani, Inc., a
commercial development, on Lot B1, Block 21, Oakwood Terrace North Addition,
located at the southwest corner of Marlene Drive and Mary Drive.
Council Member Miller seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tern Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin, Miller,
Porterfield and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 10 APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council
Meeting of February 26, 2008.
Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion.
Ayes: Mayor Saleh, Mayor Pro Tem Hogg, Council Members Stinneford, Martin, Miller,
Porterfield and Bynum
Nays: None
Mayor Saleh declared the motion carried.
ITEM NO. 11 PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
ITEM NO. 12 REPORTS
STAFF REPORT
Communications and Marketing Manager Betsy Deck gave a report describing the email
program called MyEuless in which citizens can register to receive regular notification
from the city regarding current and upcoming events. The program also gives the city
feedback regarding citizens' interests.
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CITY MANAGER
City Manager Gary McKamie congratulated Betsy Deck on the good report she gave,
stating he doesn't know of anything she can't do. He noted that she has been working
with the Home Program involving churches helping some citizens with needed home
repairs. He stated she far exceeds her job description.
CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Bob McFarland had nothing to report.
CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Bynum congratulated Casey Randolph for making a quick decision that
affected not only the man he rescued, but many others who would have been affected
had the man jumped from the bridge. He congratulated Lee Koontz on his retirement,
stating that as a firefighter, he knows what a big commitment Lee has made as fire
chief. He congratulated Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton, and
noted that Texas Star Golf Course received another high mark, having been listed in the
top three public courses in the area. He noted that Director of Parks and Community
Services Ray McDonald presented the proposed Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan in precouncil, and thanked him for the work involved in that presentation.
Council Member Porterfield commended Interim Fire Chief Robert Isbell and Driver
Engineer Steve Mayo on their years of service to the city. He congratulated Lee Koontz
stating he is a special man. He commended the American Red Cross on their
recognition. He stated that Casey Randolph is a special person and is glad he was
recognized for his rescue efforts that saved a life. He stated that Gary McKamie's
comments regarding Betsy Deck are absolutely true.
Council Member Miller thanked Mr. Ronzani for the nice building he is planning to build
in Euless, and noted SH 10 zoning gets all the amenities the council is wanting. He
congratulated Robert Isbell, Steve Mayo, and Lee Koontz, stating Lee fought for
excellence in the fire department. He congratulated Casey Randolph for the wonderful
feat he performed.
Council Member Martin stated it was a great night to recognize those people who have
an impact, and congratulated Robert Isbell, Steve Mayo, and Lee Koontz. She stated
Lee had set the standard for excellence, and he and his wife, Lark, have earned their
retirement. She congratulated Casey Randolph for his bravery. She thanked Betsy
Deck for a great report.
Mayor Pro Tem Hogg expressed kudos to all the employees. He stated yesterday was
the last day to file for council election, and that there will not be a runoff.
Council Member Stinneford congratulated Robert Isbell, Steve Mayo, and Lee Koontz.
He stated Lee had an incredible staff and base of firefighters, and that he worked with
him on the Citizens Fire Academy. He stated Lee is as good a person as he is a
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firefighter. He thanked Betsy Deck for an incredible job. He thanked Casey Randolph
�- for saving a life, and noted that he could have easily been pulled off the bridge himself.
Mayor Saleh thanked all the employees, citizens, and heroes recognized tonight. She
stated that those who did not attend the Verlon Thompson and Mike Brown program at
the library missed a great night. She stated her appreciation for everything the library
does. She announced the following candidates who have filed for council: Place Two:
Leon Hogg and Lorren Britton and Place Four: Donna Mickan and Jay Heilman.
ITEM NO. 15 ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
APPROVED:
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May Lib S-i-h
Mayor
ATTEST:
san Crim, RMC
City Secretary