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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-09-10 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EULESS CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, September 10, 2019 A regular meeting of the Euless City Council was called to order by Mayor Linda Martin at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, in the Precouncil Conference Room of City Hall, 201 North Ector Drive. Those present included Mayor Linda Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Jeremy Tompkins, Council Members Tim Stinneford, Eddie Price, Perry Bynum, Harry Zimmer, and Salman Bhojani. During the Precouncil meeting: Mayor Linda Martin expressed her appreciation to Mayor Pro Tern Jeremy Tompkins and Council Members Eddie Price and Perry Bynum for attending the First United Methodist Church groundbreaking held Sunday, September 8, 2019. Council Member Salman Bhojani advised that he assisted his daughter's Girl Scout troop in painting 17 fire hydrants around the city on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Mayor Martin advised that she attended the Suzy & the Sissies concert held Friday, September 6, 2019, at Texas Star Pavilion and said it was wonderful and well attended despite the heat. She expressed her appreciation to Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton for hosting a great event. City Manager Loretta Getchell announced several upcoming events: • Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 9/11 Memorial Service, Fire Administration Building, 9:00 a.m.; • Friday, September 13, 2019, Quarter Century Dinner, Texas Star, 6:30 p.m.; and • Sunday, September 15, 2019, Euless Library Foundation (ELF) annual meeting, Texas Star, 130 p.m. City Manager Getchell reviewed the regular agenda. Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins presented the Founders Parc update and provided details regarding retail development in Founders Parc South and residential development in Founders Parc North. Mr. Collins introduced Mehrdad Moayedi, President and CEO, Centurion American. Mr. Moayedi presented a computer generated video of the anticipated finished Founders Parc project and provided details regarding the approximate timeframe for project completion. Discussion ensued regarding pedestrian pathways and confirmed restaurants. Council Minutes Page 2 of 12 September 10, 2019 Assistant Director of Public Works James Whitt presented the quarterly Public Works Department update, including the status of current construction and road projects, water and sewer maintenance, and new employees. Finance Director Janina Jewell advised that car rental tax collections are up four percent over the same period last year (July) and overall collections year to date is down less than one percent. Assistant City Manager Chris Barker provided the Capital Projects update and advised that a temporary concrete batch plant located at the Villages of Bear Creek Park has been installed and he has been impressed with the quality of the work. He has also spoken to residents near the Far North Well site about the upcoming well replacement project and they were very nice and excited for the project. City Manager Getchell advised that staff has worked diligently to keep citizens informed of major projects, including the Fuller and North Well replacement projects. CLOSED SESSION The City Council convened into closed session at 6:22 p.m. for deliberation regarding the following: The purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property as authorized by Section 551.072 of the Texas Government Code related to: • 201 West Euless Boulevard Mayor Martin recessed closed session at 6:29 p.m. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULED ITEMS — COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Euless City Council continued their meeting in the Council Chambers at 7:01 p.m. for consideration of scheduled items. STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT City Manager Loretta Getchell Deputy City Manager Bob Freeman Assistant City Manager Chris Barker City Attorney Wayne Olson City Secretary Kim Sutter Deputy City Secretary Lindsay Wells Police Chief Mike Brown Director of Planning and Economic Development Mike Collins Director of Public Works and Engineering Hal Cranor Finance Director Janina Jewell Information Services Director Scott Joyce Library Director Sherry Knight Fleet and Facilities Director Kyle McAdams Council Minutes Page 3 of 12 September 10, 2019 Director of Parks and Community Services Ray McDonald Fire Chief Wes Rhodes Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton Assistant to the City Manager Betsy Deck Municipal Courts Manager Claudia Quintero VISITORS Hassan Abdullah Anniece McKanna Kay Seger Rochelle Aritua Jim Meehan Barney Snitz Charles Cinquemani Sonja Meehan Peggy Vandiver Suzy McCormick Mike Miller Marianne McGinnis Kevin Morton INVOCATION Police Chaplain Mark Massey gave the invocation. PLEDGES OF ALLEGIANCE Fire Department and Police Department Honor Guards led the pledges of allegiance to the flags of the United States and Texas. ITEM NO. 1. PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE SERVICE PINS Director of Public Works and Engineering Hal Cranor introduced Inspector III Alan Knapp. Alan was accompanied by his wife, Julie, grandson, Preston, and members of the Public Works Department. Mayor Martin presented Alan with a service pin commemorating his 5 years of service with the City. Director of Fleet and Facilities Kyle McAdams introduced Crew Leader Jason Farris. Jason was accompanied by his wife, Rosie, daughters, Lindsey, Rainy, Rivers, and Leah, and members of the Fleet and Facilities Department. Mayor Martin presented Jason with a service pin commemorating his 15 years of service with the City. Police Chief Mike Brown introduced Office Technician Amber Fanning. Amber was accompanied by her son, Brendan, and members of the Police Department. Mayor Martin presented Amber with a service pin commemorating her 20 years of service with the City. Texas Star General Manager Glenda Hartsell-Shelton introduced Kitchen Manager/Chef John Aritua. John was accompanied by his wife, Rochelle, and daughters, Sophia and Elizabeth. Mayor Martin presented John with a service pin commemorating his 20 years of service with the City. Council Minutes Page 4 of 12 September 10, 2019 ITEM NO. 2. PRESENTATION OF DISTINGUISHED BUDGET PRESENTATION AWARD Finance Director Jewell announced that the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City of Euless the Certificate of Recognition for Budget Preparation. The award is presented to those who have been instrumental in their government unit achieving a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. Finance Director Jewell stated that this is the 28th consecutive year the City has received the award, which is looked upon favorably by other communities. The award recognizes that the budget document is understandable to the community, acts as a planning document and as a guide into the new budget year for staff. She acknowledged the entire Finance Department for their assistance in the budget preparation process. CONSENT AGENDA (items 3 and 4) Mayor Martin asked Assistant City Manager Barker to read each item into the record. Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the consent agenda items number 3 and 4. Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 3. APPROVED CONTRACT WITH KMP SERVICES, INC. DBA VINE GROUP Authorized renewal of a contract with KMP Services, Inc. dba Vine Group, Grapevine, Texas, for temporary hospitality support staff, through an Interlocal agreement with the City of Grand Prairie. This agreement provides for temporary hospitality support staff to supplement Texas Star staff at the Conference Centre and Raven's Grille for large events. The City of Grand Prairie contract with KMP Services, Inc. was for a one-year base agreement with four additional one-year renewal options. This request represents the first of the one-year renewals for the contract. The estimated expenditure is $70,000. ITEM NO. 4. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Approved City Council minutes of the regular meeting of August 27, 2019, and the special called meeting of September 3, 2019. Council Minutes Page 5 of 12 September 10, 2019 REGULAR AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. AUTHORIZED ACTION ON CONTINUING TO RECEIVE A SHARE OF BINGO PRIZE FEES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2020 Finance Director Jewell advised that House Bill (HB) 914 was passed by the Texas Legislature during the 86th Session and signed by the Governor on June 14, 2019. House Bill 914 requires the City to affirm its desire to continue to receive bingo prize fees after January 1, 2020, and submit proof by November 1, 2019, to the Texas Lottery Commission. The City adopted Ordinance 701 on April 27, 1982, that imposed a gross receipts tax on the conduct of bingo games within the corporate city limits. Council Member Bhojani motioned to authorize the City Manager to take all appropriate action to continue to receive a share of bingo prize fees after January 1, 2020, pursuant to House Bill 914. Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 6. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 19-05-SP Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City Council. He advised that the applicant, Glade Road Construction, Inc., is proposing to initiate development on the southwest corner of Glade Road and State Highway 360 with two lots containing a retail lease building and a convenience store with fuel sales. The two lots located to the south along the frontage road will be developed at a future date. Buffering between the buildings and the residential neighborhood will be between 15 and 20 feet in width. An eight-foot masonry wall will be constructed between the property and the surrounding neighborhood. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered the item on August 20, 2019, and recommended approval of the Site Plan by a 7-0-0 vote. Abinaya Khatry, representing the applicant, was present to address any questions. Council Member Bhojani motioned to approve Site Plan No. 19-05-SP, for a Commercial Development proposed to be located on 2.66 acres of the Edward Taylor Survey, Abstract No. 1550, Tracts WA and 1A2, located at the southwest corner of East Glade Road and State Highway 360. Council Member Price seconded the motion. Council Minutes Page 6 of 12 September 10, 2019 Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 7. APPROVED SITE PLAN NO. 19-06-SP Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City Council. He advised that the applicant, Hassan Family Trust, has purchased property at 424 and 426 West Euless Boulevard. A small retail building and a restaurant had been located on this site for many years. Currently a vacant tract, the applicant proposes to construct a 16,350 square foot two-story building. Mr. Hassan intends to lease the first story for retail and the second story for a restaurant use. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered the item on August 20, 2019, and recommended approval of the Site Plan by a 7-0-0 vote. Hassan Abdullah, representing the Hassan Family Trust, was present to address any questions. Council Member Bynum motioned to approve Site Plan No. 19-06-SP, for a Commercial Development proposed to be located on on 1.025 acres of the A. J. Huitt Survey, Abstract No. 684, Tracts 1 E1 and 1 E1A, located at 424 and 426 West Euless Boulevard. Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tem Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 8. HELD PUBLIC HEARING FOR SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NO. 19- 08-SUP AND APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2227 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m. Director of Planning and Economic Development Collins presented the item to the City Council. He advised that the applicant, Teddy Tshamala Lukebazo, Pastor, Ephrata Ministries, intends to lease 2,000 square feet of vacant space at 414 West Euless Boulevard. The New Lives for Old Church had previously occupied the same space after receiving approval of a Specific Use Permit in 2016. There are at least 20 parking spaces available to the church on Sundays when nearby Republic Tire is closed. The Planning Council Minutes Page 7 of 12 September 10, 2019 and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on September 3, 2019, and recommended approval of the Specific Use Permit by a 7-0-0 vote with the following conditions.. 1) Tied to the church pastor: Teddy Tshamala Lukebazo; 2) Tied to the church name: Ephrata Ministries, and 3) The Specific Use Permit may be revoked if one or more of the conditions imposed by this permit has not been met or has been violated. Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case. There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins motioned to approve Ordinance No. 2227, a request for a Specific Use Permit on Andrew Huitt Survey Abstract 684, Tract 112B, 414 West Euless Boulevard for a Place of Worship in Texas Highway 10 Multi-Use (TX-10) zoning district. Council Member Price seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 9. APPROVED EULESS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BUDGET FOR FY2019-2020 Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed Euless Development Corporation budget for FY2019-2020. Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the Euless Development Corporation (EDC) budget for FY2019-2020. Council Member Bhojani seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. Council Minutes Page 8 of 12 September 10, 2019 ITEM NO. 10. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2228, ADOPTING THE CITY OF EULESS OFFICIAL OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS FOR FY2019-2020 AND AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FY2018-2019 Finance Director Jewell presented details of the proposed City of Euless Operating and Capital budgets for FY2019-2020 as well as amendments to the FY2018-2019 budget. Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2228, adopting the City of Euless Official Operating and Capital Budgets for FY2019- 2020, and amending the Budget for FY2018-2019. Council Member Stinneford seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 11. RATIFIED THE PROPERTY TAX REVENUE INCREASE REFLECTED IN THE FY2019-2020 BUDGET Finance Director Jewell advised that a separate vote to ratify increased property tax revenue in the proposed budget is required by state law. Council Member Bhojani motioned to ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected in the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 budget. Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 12. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2229 Finance Director Jewell advised that public hearings regarding the proposed tax rate of $0.4625 per $100 of assessed value were held on August 27, 2019, and September 3, 2019. Council Minutes Page 9 of 12 September 10, 2019 Council Member Stinneford motioned that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of $0.4625 per $100 of assessed value, which is effectively a 4.36 percent increase in the tax rate, by adoption of Ordinance No. 2229. Council Member Stinneford clarified that, although the motion indicates that the tax rate has increased, the City of Euless has either lowered or held the tax rate for 26 years. However, the motion is stated in this manner to conform with state law. Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 13. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2230 Finance Director Jewell advised that Ordinance No. 2230 adopts the tax roll from the Tarrant Appraisal District. Council Member Bynum motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2230, adopting the Tax Roll for 2019. Council Member Price seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 14. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2231 Finance Director Jewell presented the item and reviewed the proposed rate changes. She stated that the proposed rates would become effective October 1, 2019. Additionally, she advised that the proposed adjustments to the current water and wastewater fee structure are sufficient to cover the overall cost of operating the system and that the proposed rates are based on the estimated rates provided by the Trinity River Authority (TRA.) Council Minutes Page 10 of 12 September 10, 2019 Council Member Bhojani motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2231, amending the City of Euless Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, "Fees" and Chapter 86, "Utilities". Council Member Bhojani seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 15. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 19-1551 Finance Director Jewell advised that Resolution No. 19-1551 authorizes the City Secretary to publish a notice declaring intention to issue certificates of obligation in an amount not to exceed $7,500,000 for public improvements to fire department facilities. The actual amount of debt issued may be less than but not more than the amount published. Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins motioned to approve Resolution No. 19-1551, authorizing publication of Notice of Intent to Issue Certificates of Obligation. Council Member Bynum seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 16. HELD PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 19-1556 Mayor Martin opened the public hearing at 7:49 p.m. City Secretary Kim Sutter advised that on November 7, 1995, the citizens of the City of Euless voted to establish a Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) for an initial period of 5 years. The citizens of the City of Euless approved the continuation of the CCPD for an additional 20-year period at an August 2000 election. In accordance with Chapter 363 of the Texas Local Government Code, the governing body of the municipality that created the district may, after conducting a public hearing, request that the CCPD Board order a continuation election to allow the voters to decide if the district, would be continued for a period of time not to exceed 20 years. Council Minutes Page 11 of 12 September 10, 2019 The proposed resolution requests the CCPD be continued for a period of 20 years, and that the CCPD Board order a continuation election be called for the May 2, 2020 election date. Mayor Martin asked to hear from any proponents followed by opponents of the case. There being none, Mayor Martin closed the public hearing at 7:50 p.m. Council Member Zimmer motioned to approve Resolution No. 19-1556, requesting the CCPD Board order a referendum on the continuation of the Euless Crime Control and Prevention District. Council Member Price seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 17. APPROVED FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2226 Council Member Stinneford motioned to approve the first and final reading of Ordinance No. 2226, reappointing Tim Murphy and Terri Pearce as Associate Judges of the Municipal Court of Record to two year terms expiring September 30, 2021. Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins seconded the motion. Ayes: Mayor Martin, Mayor Pro Tern Tompkins, Council Members Stinneford, Price, Bynum, Zimmer, and Bhojani Nays: None Mayor Martin declared the motion carried. ITEM NO. 18. PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments. ITEM NO. 19. REPORTS City Manager City Manager Getchell expressed her appreciation to the Directors and especially the Finance Department for their efforts in drafting and preparing the annual budget. Council Minutes Page 12 of 12 September 10, 2019 City Attorney No report given. City Council Mayor Martin expressed her appreciation to all City employees. Additionally, she advised that a brief memorial ceremony will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2019, at the 9/11 Memorial in front of the Fire Administration Building at 9:00 a.m. ITEM NO. 20. ADJOURN Mayor Martin adjourned the meeting at 7:53 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Linda Martin, Mayor i SutterK, TRMC, CMC, City Secretary