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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council-Minutes-2/1/2005 city Of Texas AGENDA CITY COUNCIL MEETING 100 MAIN STREET FEBRUARY 1, 2005 5:15 P.M. - PRE-COUNCIL AGENDA EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM PC-1. Presentation of proposed amendments to the Land Development Code regarding private streets and entrance gates PC-2. Discussion and review of proposed FY2006 Budget Schedule PC-3. Discussion of enhancing public information and quality of the various City communication mediums (Colleyville Communicator, Government Access Channel, City Website, etc.) PC-4. Review and discussion of law firms for the purpose of providing legal services to the City of Colleyville PC-5. Discussion of theFebruary 1, 2005, City Council regular agenda items REGULAR AGENDA 6:45 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL 100 MAIN STREETCOLLEYVILLE, TEXAS 76034 (817) 503-1000 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D Sec. 551.072 - Sec. 551.072 - Sec. 551.074 - Property Acquisition Proposed Sale of Property - 5500 Colleyville Boulevard Personnel - Interview and Discussion of Boyle & Lowry, Brown & Hofmeister and Fanning Harper & Martinson for the purpose of providing legal services to the City of Colleyville 7:30 P.M. - RESUME REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS INVOCATION: Bishop David Larsen, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: City Attorney Ross Foster 2. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS OR PRESENTATIONS PLAQUE - In recognition of service on the Colleyville Center Advisory Committee - Shirley Schollmeyer PROCLAMATION - In recognition of 'Wear Red for Women Day" - Pat Paprocki, American Heart Association volunteer PRESENTATION - Donation of $40,000 from the Colleyville Public Library Foundation by Ginny Tigue to the Colleyville Public Library - Mary Rodne, Library Director PRESENTATION - In recognition of Finance Director Terry Leake and Finance Department staff for receiving the Government Finance Officers Association's (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year ended September 30,2003 CONSENT: 3. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2504 - Consent Items: a. Approval of minutes of the regular City Council meeting of January 18, 2005 b. Approval of the minutes of the City Council Worksession of January 13, 2005 PUBLIC HEARINGS: 4. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1506 - Approval of a Zoning Change from AG to R40 and R20 on 4 acres, Abstract 1692, Tract 2D1 B of the J. White Survey, located at 512 Shelton Drive, Case Z- 04-042 5. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1507 - Approval of a Zoning Change from AG to R40 on 10 acres, Abstract 1692, Tract 2D1 C of the J. White Survey, located at 600 Shelton Drive, Case Z-04-043 6. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1508 - Approval of an Amendment to the Land Development Code regarding Chapter 12, Erosion Control, Case G-04-028 7. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1509 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 and Chapter 22 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding adoption of the 2003 Edition of the International Building Code, International Residential Code and International Energy Conservation Code, with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of Governments and establishing a contractor's board of appeals, Case G-05-002 8. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1510 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding the adoption of the 2003 edition of the International Plumbing Code and the 2000 edition of the International Fuel Gas Code with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of governments, Case G-05-004 9. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1511 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding adoption of the 2002 Edition of the National Electrical Code, with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Case G-05-003 10. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1512 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding the adoption of the 2003 edition of the International Mechanical Code with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Case G-05-005 11. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2505 - Approval of a Request by Bear Valley Community Church to extend the time period to allow an existing portable building to remain on the property located at 7900 Precinct Line Road, Case G-05-001 12. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2506 - Approval of a Request by Colleyville Presbyterian Church to extend the time period to allow two existing portable buildings to remain on the property located at 715 Cheek Sparger Road, Case G-04-034 13. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2507 - Acceptance of the annual audit for Fiscal Year ended September 30,2004 14. READING AND. PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2508 - Calling a General Election for the purpose of electing a Mayor and Councilpersons to Places 1 and 2 15. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2509 - Approval of a contract with the Tarrant County Elections Administration for election services 16. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2510 - Approval of the appointment of a City Attorney CITIZEN COMMENTS: 17. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA ACTION/RESOLUTION: 18. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-05-2511 ADJOURNMENT: 19. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify the above agenda was posted on the bulletin boards at City Hall on Friday, January 28, 2005, at 5:00 p.m. Cynthia Singleton, TRMC City Secretary Any matter on this agenda may, at the discretion of the governing body, be opened for public comment and discussion. If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special accommodations, please advise the City Secretary at least 48 hours in advance at 817.503.1133, and reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you. ,~ MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 The Pre Council meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor Hocutt on February 1,2005, at 5:20 p.m. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Mark Skinner, Rich Hendler, Tom Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers were present. Mayor Joe Hocutt, City Manager Bill Lindley, Assistant City Manager Paul Frederiksen, Fire Chief Mike Johnston, Engineer Chad Bartee, Community Development Manager Barry LeBaron, Community Development Coordinator Chris Fuller, Financial Analyst Kacey Bess, Communications Manager Dixie Cawthorne and City Secretary Cynthia Singleton were also present. ,."...-.... Councilperson Elaine Dolan arrived at 5:28 p.m. PC-1. Presentation of proposed amendments to the Land Development Code regarding private streets and entrance gates Community Development Manager Barry LeBaron provided an overview of the proposed amendments to the Land Development Code regarding private streets and entrance gates and answered questions of the Council. Planning and Zoning Commissioner Jeff Byerly provided information related to the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation for text changes for clarification and answered questions of the Council. Community Development Manager Barry LeBaron introduced Community Development Coordinator Chris Fuller. PC-2. Discussion and review of proposed FY 2006 Budget Schedule Financial Analyst Kacey Bess provided an overview of the FY 2006 Budget Schedule and the agenda for the meetings. CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 City Manager Bill Lindley presented the proposed plan for the Citizen Budget Education Day. Council determined that the Budget Worksession videos should be available at the Colleyville Public Library. There was general discussion regarding the Budget Schedule. PC-3. Discussion of enhancing public information and quality of the various City communication mediums (Colleyville Communicator, Government Access Channel, City Website, etc.) Communications Manager Dixie Cawthorne provided information related to the broadcast quality of the City Council meetings, future enhancements of the broadcast system and the Government Access Channel, the process for determining the content of the Colleyville Communicator and enhancements to the website. Discussion ensued regarding the quality of the broadcast of the City Council meetings, the content of the Colleyville Communicator and the Government Access Channel. Council requested that staff provide additional information regarding the process for determining the content of the Colleyville Communicator and enhancements to the Government Access Channel and the website. PC-4. Review and discussion of law firms for the purpose of providing legal services to the City of Colleyville The meeting was adjourned prior to this item being discussed. PC-5. Discussion of the February 1, 2005, City Council regular agenda items There was discussion regarding agenda items 4 and 5 and regarding the applicant's request to table the items. Mayor Hocutt adjourned the meeting at 6:57 p.m. The regular meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor Hocutt on February 1, 2005, at 6:59 p.m. /- 2 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 .,....-. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Mark Skinner, Elaine Dolan, Rich Hendler, Tom Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Jon Ayers were present. Mayor Joe Hocutt, City Manager Bill Lindley, Assistant City Manager Paul Frederiksen, Finance Director Terry Leake, Fire Chief Mike Johnston, Community Development Manager Barry LeBaron, Community Development Coordinator Chris Fuller, Code Inspection Supervisor Eddie Edwards, Public Works Director Keith Fisher, Microcomputer Technician Chris Pena and City Secretary Cynthia Singleton were also present. 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D Sec. 551.072 - Sec. 551.072 - Sec. 551.074 - Property Acquisition Proposed Sale of Property - 5500 Colleyville Boulevard Personnel - Interview and Discussion of Boyle & Lowry, Brown & Hofmeister and Fanning Harper & Martinson for the purpose of providing legal services to the City of Colleyville Mayor Hocutt explained that the Executive Session had been called in accordance with the Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D, Section 551.072, Property 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 7:00 p.m. and reconvened at 7:45 p.m. The invocation was given by Bishop David Larsen, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and Assistant City Manager Paul Frederiksen led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS OR PRESENTATIONS Mayor Hocutt announced that citizens may vote in the Bond Election on February 5, 2005, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 100 Main Street, Training Room, second floor. Mayor Hocutt and Councilmember Hart presented a Proclamation to Ms. Pat Paprocki, American Heart Association volunteer in recognition of 'Wear Red for Women Day". Ms. Paprocki provided information regarding the prevention of heart disease. ,...--.. 3 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 Mayor Hocutt presented the Government Finance Officers Association's (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Fiscal Year ended September 30,2003, to Finance Director Terry Leake and Finance Department staff. Ms. Ginny Tigue, on the behalf of the Colleyville Public Library Foundation and through the generosity of many citizens and local foundations, presented a donation of $40,000 to Library Director Mary Rodne for the Colleyville Public Library. Library Director Mary Rodne expressed appreciation to the Colleyville Library Public Foundation. CONSENT: 3. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2504 - Consent Items: a. Approval of minutes of the regular City Council meeting of January 18, 2005 b. Approval of the minutes of the City Council Worksession of January 13, 2005 - Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2504 in its entirety. There were no others present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Mayor Hocutt announced a change to the January 18, 2005, City Council minutes, page 7: Mr. Jerry Chism spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance. Councilman Dolan moved to approve Resolution R-05-2504, with the amendment to the January 18, 2005 City Council minutes, page 7: Mr. Jerry Chism spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. """..... 4 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - PUBLIC HEARINGS: 4. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1506 - Approval of a Zoning Change from AG to R40 and R20 on 4 acres, Abstract 1692, Tract 2D1 B of the J. White Survey, located at 512 Shelton Drive, Case Z- 04-042 Mayor Hocutt read the caption of Ordinance 0-05-1506 and announced that the public hearings for agenda items 4 and 5 will be combined. Mayor Hocutt read an email from Developer David Bagwell, The Lotsmith, requesting that agenda items 4 and 5 be tabled. Community Development Manager Barry LeBaron stated that if the public hearing is held this evening, the Charter requirement to hold two consecutive public hearings is satisfied; if a public hearing is not held this evening, the item must have two consecutive public hearings in the future; if Council votes and denies the request, the applicant cannot reapply for twelve months; if the applicant withdraws the application this evening, the applicant could resubmit the application and begin the process with the Planning and Zoning Commission. ,- Council requested that the citizens be notified of future public hearings regarding Items 4 and 5. Council determined that the public hearing would be held this evening. Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing. Mr. Jerry Chism, 600 Shelton Drive, spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance and regarding the history of the property and the future development of the property. Ms. Michelle Poblenz, 705 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance and regarding the R20 zoning and the atmosphere of the neighborhood. Ms. Beverly Lothrop, 609 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance. Mr. James Day, 805 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to the R20 zoning. Mr. Tim Gleason, 600 Beverly Drive, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning. Mr. Jack Norville, 701 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to the R20 zoning. Mr. Bill Lothrop, 609 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning at 512 Shelton Drive and regarding the density of the proposed development. ."",-, 5 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 Ms. Michelle de Jong, 605 Beverly Drive, spoke in opposition to the R20 zoning and regarding the value of the proposed development. Ms. Tracy Sterling, 501 Beverly Drive, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and regarding the look and feel of the neighborhood, the City logo, lot size and the country feel of the neighborhood. Mr. John Paul Burnett, 601 Beverly Drive, spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance and regarding the history of the neighborhood, neighborhood development near railroad tracks and estate homes. Ms. Madelyn Norville, 701 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to the proposed R20 zoning. Mr. Wade Evans, 800 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and requested that Council take action on agenda item 4. Mr. Fred Rice, 6103 Hunter Lane, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and requested that Council take action on agenda item 4. ,- Mr. Bill Stephens, 612 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and regarding the future development of the neighborhood and requested that Council take action on this item. Ms. Diana Stephens, 812 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to the R20 zoning and regarding the history of their home site. Ms. Chris Combs, 6106 Hunter Lane, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and regarding the rural atmosphere of the neighborhood. Ms. Kathryn Day, 805 Shelton Drive, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning. Ms. Kathy Hadley, 204 Timberline North, spoke regarding high density neighborhoods near schools and in support of large lot sizes. Mr. Gary Friedman, 2300 Mulberry Court, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and regarding the segregation of the development, the country atmosphere of the neighborhood and the quality of the proposed development. Mr. Philip Yoes, 6113 Hunter Lane, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and regarding the actions of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. C.L. Madden, 6112 Hunter Lane, spoke in opposition to the R20 zoning and regarding the drainage on the east side of Hunter Lane. 6 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - Mr. Darryl Heath, 6200 Bransford Road, spoke in opposition to R20 zoning and regarding the density and future land use of Neighborhood 5, the rural feel of the neighborhood and regarding the conviction of the neighbors. Mr. Mike Rettig, 512 Shelton Drive, spoke in favor of the proposed ordinance and regarding the development of Colleyville, history of the neighborhood and the future of the proposed development. Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding the request by the applicant to table item 4, Ordinance 0- 05-1506 and Item 5, Ordinance 0-05-1507. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers moved to table item 4, Ordinance 0-05-1506 and Item 5, Ordinance 0-05-1507 until the February 15, 2005, Council meeting. Councilman Hart seconded the motion. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers made a friendly amendment to provide public notification that a public hearing will be held on February 15, 2005. _ Councilman Hart accepted the friendly amendment. Council requested that staff advise the applicant that Council will vote on Ordinance 0- 05-1506 and Ordinance 0-05-1507 atthe February 15, 2005, Council meeting. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. 5. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1507 - Approval of a Zoning Change from AG to R40 on 10 acres, Abstract 1692, Tract 2D1 C of the J. White Survey, located at 600 Shelton Drive, Case Z-04-043 The public hearing was combined with Item 4, Ordinance 0-05-1506. 6. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1508 - Approval of an Amendment to the Land Development Code regarding Chapter 12, Erosion Control, Case G-04-028 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-05-1508. 7 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Community Development Manager Barry LeBaron provided an overview of the proposed Amendment to the Land Development Code regarding Chapter 12, Erosion Control and spoke regarding the enforcement of erosion control regulations by the Environmental Protection Agency. Discussion ensued regarding drainage issues related to new development. Councilman Hart moved to approve Ordinance 0-05-1508. Councilman Skinner seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. Mayor Hocutt recessed the meeting at 9:20 p.m. and reconvened at 9:26 p.m. - 7. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1509 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 and Chapter 22 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding adoption of the 2003 Edition of the International Building Code, International Residential Code and International Energy Conservation Code, with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of Governments and establishing a contractor's board of appeals, Case G-05-002 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-05-1509. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. 8. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1510 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding the adoption of the 2003 edition of the International Plumbing Code and the 2000 edition of the International Fuel Gas Code with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of governments, Case G-05-004 ....-, Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-05-1510. 8 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 .- There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. 9. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1511 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding adoption of the 2002 Edition of the National Electrical Code, with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Case G-05-003 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-05-1511. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. 10. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-05-1512 - Approval of an Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Colleyville Code of Ordinances regarding the adoption of the 2003 edition of the International Mechanical Code with the local amendments recommended by the Regional Codes Committee of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, Case G-05-005 - Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-05-1512. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. 11. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2505 - Approval of a Request by Bear Valley Community Church to extend the time period to allow an existing portable building to remain on the property located at 7900 Precinct Line Road, Case G-05-001 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2505 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Mr. Lee Johnson, Pastor, Bear Valley Community Church, 7900 Precinct Line Road, spoke regarding the construction of a new facility and the timeline for completion. ,,- Discussion ensued regarding past action of Council related to the approval of the use of modular buildings, the value of churches to the community and the criteria for placement of temporary modular buildings. 9 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 Mayor Pro Tem Ayers moved to approve Resolution R-05-2505. Councilman Skinner seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. 12. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2506 - Approval of a Request by Colleyville Presbyterian Church to extend the time period to allow two existing portable buildings to remain on the property located at 715 Cheek Sparger Road, Case G-04-034 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2506 in its entirety. Mr. Don Hudson, 4109 Southword East, spoke in favor of the proposed resolution. Mr. Tom Ragsdale, 5005 Rose Street, spoke in favor of the proposed resolution and regarding the plan for removal of the portable buildings in the future. .- Mr. A. Whitted, 4003 Mockingbird Lane, spoke in favor of the proposed resolution and regarding the history and development of Christian Covenant Academy. There were no others present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Mr. Norm Cox, 4901 Behrens Road, applicant, spoke regarding the building plan for the Covenant Christian Academy and answered questions of the Council. Mr. Dale Smith, Pastor, Colleyville Presbyterian Church, 6512 Parks Court North, North Richland Hills, Texas, spoke regarding the history and growth of the church and school. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers moved to approve Resolution R-05-2506, with an amendment to Section 1: That the request of Colleyville Presbyterian Church to allow two existing portable buildings to remain on the premises at 715 Cheek Sparger Road through the end of January 2006. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. ,- Discussion ensued regarding the number of portable buildings on Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District property in Colleyville and the timeline for placement of portable buildings for church, school and subdivision sales offices. 10 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - Discussion continued regarding extending the time period to the end of the school year. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers made a friendly amendment to Section 1: to June 15,2006. Councilman Dolan accepted the friendly amendment. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. 13. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2507 - Acceptance of the annual audit for Fiscal Year ended September 30,2004 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2507 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. - Mr. Chris Pruitt, Audit Manager, Pattillo, Brown and Hill, L.L.P. provided a presentation regarding the annual audit report for Fiscal year ended September 30, 2004, stated that the City received an unqualified audit opinion, which is the most favorable opinion an entity can receive and answered questions of the Council. Mayor Hocutt expressed appreciation to Finance Director Terry Leake and expressed appreciation to Councilman Dolan and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers for serving on the Audit Committee. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers commended the Finance Department staff for their dedication and management of the City finances. Finance Director Terry Leake commended Debby Scott, Assistant to the Finance Director for her support and dedication. Finance Director Terry Leake provided an overview of the plan to implement SAS 99. Discussion ensued regarding the statistics provided in the budget report. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers moved to approve Resolution R-05-2507. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. ~- Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None 11 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. 14. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2508 - Calling a General Election for the purpose of electing a Mayor and Councilpersons to Places 1 and 2 Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2508 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Councilman Dolan moved to approve Resolution R-05-2508. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. - 15. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2509 - Approval of a contract with the Tarrant County Elections Administration for election services Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2509 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers moved to approve Resolution R-05-2509. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. 16. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-05-2510 - Approval of the appointment of a City Attorney Mayor Hocutt opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-05-2510 in its entirety. 12 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Hocutt closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Ayers moved to table Resolution R-05-2510. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the motion carried. CITIZEN COMMENTS: 17. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA There was no one present wishing to speak. ,- ACTION/RESOLUTION: 18. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 1, 2005 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-05-2511 This item was not needed. ADJOURNMENT: 19. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, Councilman Hart moved to adjourn. Councilman Skinner seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Hart and Mayor Pro Tem Ayers Nays: None Mayor Hocutt declared the meeting adjourned at 10:53 p.m. - 13 CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2005 .- APPROVED THIS /.5<4 DAY OF :t. .LAn n~ 2005, BY A VOTE OF 5 AYES, 0 NAYS AND {;--:;-ABS~TIONS. M~~~~ Cynthia Singleton, TRMC City Secretary .- 14