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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council-Minutes-9/15/1998 MINUTES OF THE COLLEYVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 The City Council interviewed a Board and Commission Applicant for the Planning and Zoning Commission. The regular meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor Richard Newton on September 15, 1998, at 6:50 p.m. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Steven Helling, Frank Carroll, Nelson Thibodeaux, Ginny Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp were present. Mayor Richard Newton, City Manager Bob Stripling, Assistant City Manager Dianne McWethy, Financial Analyst Anne Born, Acting Community Development Manager Tom Niederauer, Public Works Manager Randy Brown, Economic Development Manager Mike Soab, City Attorney Ross Foster, and City Secretary Jean Harris were also present. 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Government Code Chapter 268, Subchapter D Sec. 551.071 - Sec. 551.072 - Sec. 551.074- Legal - Elder Construction Law Suit Property Acquisition - Pleasant Run Road Personnel - The City Council may consider the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline or dismissal of public officers or employees, including the City Manager, City Secretary, City Attorney, and City board and commission members. A complete list of the City boards and commissions is on file in the City Secretary's office Mayor Newton explained that the Executive Session had been called in accordance with Government Code Chapter 268, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 - Legal, Section 551.072 - Property Acquisition, and Section 551.074 - Personnel. He further explained that there would be no decisions made or action taken during this time. The meeting was recessed at 6:52 p.m., and reconvened at 7:45 p.m. 1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 The invocation was given by Councilman Frank Carroll, after which Ross Foster led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, OR PRESENTATIONS Councilman Helling announced that he had received a letter from Larry Streleau asking for support in the effort of his subdivision toward the change from Bedford addresses to Colleyville addresses. Mayor Newton presented a Proclamation to Mayor Pro Tem Donna Arp acknowledging her receiving the John Ben Shepperd Public Leadership Institute Leadership Award. Mayor Pro Tem Arp thanked the Mayor, Council, Staff and citizens for their acknowledgment of her receiving this award. CONSENT: 3. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-98-1410 - Consent Items: a. Approval of minutes of the regular City Council meeting of September 1, 1998 b. Approval of the purchase of a Seven Gang Reel Mower from Professional Turf Products in the amount of $37,721 c. Approval of a copier lease agreement through the State of Texas General Service Commission d. Approval of the vacation and abandonment of a 2' portion of a drainage and utility easement located on the south side of Lot 21, Block 5, Monticello Addition, 7800 Leesburg Drive, requested by Neal Hart, Hart Pool and Spa, Inc. e. Approval of the acceptance of Christmas decorations and other donations for the Community Center 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 f. Approval of a contract with Leigh Engineering for Geographic Information System services in the amount of $24,000 Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1410 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Helling moved to approve Resolution R-98-1410. Councilman Tigue seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 4. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1109 - Zoning change request from AG (agricultural) and R40 (single family residential, minimum 40,000 s. f.) to R20 (single family residential, minimum 20,000 s. f.), 6.9957 acres out of the George W. Teeters Survey, Abstract 1543, Tracts 2A2A, 2A3A, and 2A3; owner: Billie Kennedy; applicant: Wes Lansford, 1313 Glade Road, south side of Glade Road, west of Stafford Drive Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1109. Mr. Wes Lansford, applicant, was present to answer questions of the Council. Discussion ensued regarding the proposed driveway being changed to a roadway that would extend to the property south of the property proposed for rezoning, cost of the proposed drive, the 18' concrete drive proposed, options for access to the property south of the property being considered for rezoning, consideration of a dedicated easement should it become necessary to have access to the property to the south, and the applicant making the assumption that the platting will be approved as presented if the zoning is approved. Councilman Helling moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1109. 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Mayor Pro Tem Arp seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 5. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1111 - Adopting the 1997 Uniform Administrative Code Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1111. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Tigue moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1111. Councilman Carroll seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 6. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1112 - Amending the Sign Code Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1112. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Carroll moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1112. Councilman Thibodeaux seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 7. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1113 - Adoption of the proposed Fiscal Year 1998-99 Budget Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1113. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Carroll moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1113. Councilman Tigue seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 8. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1114 - Adoption of the proposed Fiscal Year 1998-99 Ad Valorem Tax Rate Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1114. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Helling moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1114. Mayor Pro Tem Arp seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 5 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 9. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1115 - Amending Ordinance 0-92-880, setting fees and charges for City services Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1115. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding the Community Center Advisory Committee recommending charging fees for use of Community Center equipment. Mayor Pro T em Arp moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1115. Councilman Tigue seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 10. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1116 - Adopting a water and sewer rate increase Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1116. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding this increase being necessary to pay for bonds, no tax increase in four years, complying with the coverage ratio agreement based on current year receipts, parts of Colleyville with inadequate water lines, and improvements to infrastructure in northwest Colleyville. Councilman Tigue moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1116. Mayor Pro Tem Arp seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 11. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1117 - Amending Ordinance 0-96-1051, City of Colleyville Investment Policy Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1117. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Thibodeaux moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1117. Councilman Helling seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 12. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1118 - Amending Ordinance 0-98-1096, Southwestern Bell Franchise Agreement Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1118. City Manager Bob Stripling explained that this would extend the current ordinance while negotiations continue. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Carroll moved to approve Ordinance 0-98-1118. Councilman Tigue seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 13. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1106 - Zoning change request from AG (agricultural) to PUD-R (planned unit development- residential), 51.834 acres out of the R. B. Williams Survey, Abstract 1674, Tracts 2B, 2F, 2, and a portion of Circle B Estates; and the D. J. Beddo Survey, Abstract 232, Tract 2G; owners: Guy S. Benedict, Gladys L. Benedict, and Barbara J. McPherson; applicant: David Bagwell, The David Bagwell Company, southwest corner of John McCain Road and Westcoat Drive Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-98-1106. Mr. Jeff Wall, 7900 Jefferson Circle, spoke regarding the traffic flow on John McCain. There were no others wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Mr. David Bagwell, 8222 Douglas Avenue, #770, Dallas, applicant, was present to answer questions of the Council and gave a brief overview of the proposed rezoning proposal. Discussion ensued regarding the traffic problems on John McCain, rural atmosphere, 20% requirement of open space for PUD-R, grading on the six acres, amenities on the proposed park land, the amount of land being considered for the trade in the floodplain, the 25' easement, matching funds grant, and the completion of the proposed trail before lots are sold. Mr. Bagwell was commended for his efforts in this project. Mayor Pro Tem Arp commended Councilman Thibodeaux for his work on the negotiations for this trade in land. 14. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-98-1119 - Amending the park land dedication ordinance and the zoning ordinance relating to planned unit developments This item was passed over. 8 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 15. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING -Resolution R-98-1412-Amending Resolution R-98-1408, concerning the text of the Master Plan Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1412 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding Issue 2 - Alternative Housing and tying the goal back into Issue 1, as well as the second objective. Mayor Pro Tem Arp moved to approve Resolution R-98-1412, as amended. Councilman Carroll seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 16. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-98 -1413 - Amending the City Manager's contract Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1413 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Helling moved to approve Resolution R-98-1413, amending the City Manager's salary to $99,000 annually. Councilman Thibodeaux seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 9 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 17. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-98-1414 - Adopting the Master Trail Plan Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1414 in its entirety. Mr. Bud Melton, Bowman-Melton and Associates, presented an overview of the proposed Master Trail Plan. Mr. Joe Moore, 133 Acuff, spoke as a proponent of the Trails program, commended Mr. Melton and his company for their efforts, and encouraged this plan to be pursued aggressively. Ms. Dee Barker, 2200 Oak Knoll Drive, spoke regarding flexibility in the proposed plan, six-inch thick ten-foot wide sidewalks not being appropriate for some areas, and looking at alternatives for jogging surfaces. There were no others wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Helling moved to approve Resolution R-98-1414. Mayor Pro Tem Arp seconded the motion. Discussion ensued regarding the flexibility of the proposal. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 18. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-98-1415 - Authorizing the purchase of a Fire Pumper Apparatus from the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments in the amount of $463,328 Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1415 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. ("\ , ! 10 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Councilman Thibodeaux moved to approve Resolution R-98-1415. Councilman Tigue seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 19. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-98-1416 - Supporting the Metroport Partnership's request for highway funding Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1416 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Helling moved to approve Resolution R-98-1416. Councilman Carroll seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. TABLED ITEMS: 20. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE 0-98-1105 - Amending the Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 9 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances, by adding a Section 13, regulating developments with private streets and entrance gates There was no motion to remove this item from the table. 11 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 ACTION ITEMS: 21. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE OF MOVING A PORTABLE BUILDING BY NORTH TEXAS DIAGNOSTIC CENTER, LLC, TO BE USED AS A MOBILE MRI IN CONJUNCTION WITH A CLINIC LOCATED AT 3930 GLADE ROAD, SUITE 105, LOT 2R, BLOCK 1, GLADE POINTS, PHASE 4 There was no action taken on this item. 22. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Place 1 - Councilman Helling nominated Rob Rutherford to Place 1 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. There were no other nominations made. Rutherford - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Rob Rutherford appointed to Place 1 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Place 2 - Mayor Pro Tem Arp nominated Michael Collins to Place 2 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. There were no other nominations made. Collins - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Michael Collins appointed to Place 2 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. 12 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Place 3 - Councilman Carroll nominated William Tyler to Place 3 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. There were no other nominations made. Tyler - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared William Tyler appointed to Place 3 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Place 4 - Councilman Tigue nominated Jim Fletcher to Place 4 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. There were no other nominations made. Fletcher - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Jim Fletcher appointed to Place 4 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. 23. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Place 1 - Councilman Tigue nominated Bryan Hill to Place 1 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. There were no other nominations made. Hill - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Bryan Hill appointed to Place 1 ofthe Zoning Board of Adjustment. 13 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Place 2 - Councilman Helling nominated Marva Cain Benton to Place 2 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. There were no other nominations made. Benton - Co unci I persons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Marva Cain Benton appointed to Place 2 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Place 3 - Mayor Pro Tem Arp nominated Robert Van Til to Place 3 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. There were no other nominations made. Van Til - Council persons Helling, Carroll Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Robert Van Til appointed to Place 3 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Place 5 - Councilman Carroll nominated Larry Henry to Place 5 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. There were no other nominations made. Henry - Council persons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Larry Henry appointed to Place 5 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 14 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Alternate #1 - Mayor Pro Tem Arp nominated Teresa Rutherford as Alternate #1 on the Zoning Board of Adjustment. There were no other nominations made. Rutherford - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Teresa Rutherford appointed as Alternate #1 on the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Alternate #2 - Councilman Tigue nominated Sara Lester as Alternate #2 on the Zoning Board of Adjustment. There were no other nominations made. Lester - Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Mayor Newton declared Sara Lester appointed as Alternate #2 on the Zoning Board of Adjustment. CITY SECRETARY'S NOTE: At this point in the meeting Mayor Newton asked if he could return to Item 3 on the Agenda. Mayor Newton requested an amendment be made to page 13 of the City Council minutes dated September 1, 1998, regarding the comments made by Mr. Jim Fletcher. Councilman Thibodeaux moved to approve the City Council minutes of September 1, 1998, amending the comments by Mr. Jim Fletcher to reflect his support of the Mayor's veto of Resolution R-98-1409, on page 13. Mayor Pro Tem Arp seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None 15 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. STAFF REPORTS: 24. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT There was no action taken on this item. REPORTS: 25. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES - 9/8/98 There was no action taken on this item. CITIZEN COMMENTS: 26. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA There was no one present wishing to speak. ACTION/RESOLUTION: 27. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 15,1998 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-98-1411 Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-98-1411 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Tigue moved to approve Resolution R-98-1411, appointing Rob Rutherford to Place 1, Michael Collins to Place 2, William Tyler to Place 3, and Jim Fletcher to Place 4 of the Planning and Zoning Commission; and appointing Bryan Hill to Place 1, Marva Cain Benton to Place 2, Robert Van Til to Place 3, Larry Henry to Place 5, Teresa Rutherford as Alternate #1, and Sara Lester as Alternate #2 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 16 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 Councilman Thibodeaux seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: 28. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, Councilman Carroll moved to adjourn. Councilman Thibodeaux seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Carroll, Thibodeaux, Tigue, and Mayor Pro Tem Arp Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the meeting adjourned at 10:05 p.m. APPROVED THIS li~ DAY OF Oekh if AYES, 0 NAYS, AND 0 ABSTENTIONS. ,1998, BY A VOTE OF 0- Minutes taken anD~ J n Harris, TRMC, CMC City Secretary 17