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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council-Minutes-10/21/1997 MINUTES OF THE COLLEYVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1997 The regular meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor Richard Newton on October 21,1997, at 7:02 p.m. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Steven Helling, Donna Arp, Jack Martin, Don Butler, and John Grace were present. Mayor Richard Newton, City Manager Bob Stripling, Assistant City Manager Dianne McWethy, Administrative Assistant Anne Born, Director of Public Services Jim Foster, Community Development Manager Doug Henderson, Public Works Manager Randy Brown, City Attorney Ross Foster, and City Secretary Jean Harris were also present. :- 1. INTERVIEW BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICANTS - Community Center Advisory Committee The Council interviewed applicants for the Community Center Advisory Committee. There was no action taken. 2. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Government Code Chapter 268, Subchapter D Sec. 551.074 - 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 advised that the Executive Session had been called in accordance with Government Code Chapter 268, Subchapter D, Section 551.074 - Personnel. He further advised that there would be no decisions made or action taken during this time. The meeting was recessed at 7:04 p.m., and reconvened at 7:32 p.m. /- -1- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1997 The invocation was given by Councilman Jack Martin, after which Ross Foster led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, OR PRESENTATIONS Mayor Newton presented a Proclamation to Suzanne Thompson, Keller Independent School District, for Red Ribbon Week, October 23 - 31, 1997. Ms. Thompson thanked the City for their participation in the Red Ribbon Week campaign. Councilman Helling presented a plaque to Greg Austin for his service on the Planning & Zoning Commission and thanked him for his time and contributions. Mr. Austin thanked the Council for allowing him to serve the City in this capacity. Mr. Mike McKay, representing the AIDS Outreach Center spoke regarding AIDS and educating the public. Mr. McKay asked for the Council's support for the Center and its purpose. CONSENT: 4. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-97 -1325 - Consent Items: a. Approval of minutes of the regular City Council meeting of October 7, 1997 b. Approval of a contract with Carter-Burgess for the design services for the Colleyville Trail Master Plan in the amount of $20,000 Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-97-1325 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Martin moved to approve Resolution R-97 -1325. Councilman Grace seconded the motion. -2- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1997 Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. TABLED ITEMS: 6. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE 0-97-1082 - Zoning change request from AG (agricultural) to PUD-R (planned unit development-residential), 3.2339 acres out of the A. 1. Young Survey, Abstract 1765, Tracts 1 & 1D; owner/applicant: Russ Eubank, south side of Glade Road, west of Mill Creek This item remained tabled at the request of the applicant. ACTION ITEMS: 6. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A WAIVER OF PERIMETER STREET FEES BY BLAINE STRATTON, LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 1, STRATTON ESTATES, 1.996 ACRES City Manager Bob Stripling gave a brief explanation of the history of these types of requests and the cost of the fees that would be required if not waived. Councilman Helling moved to approve the waiver of perimeter street fees. Councilwoman Arp seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 7. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF TRAIN TRAFFIC AND RAILROAD CROSSING AT JOHN MCCAIN ROAD Councilwoman Arp moved to suspend the rules to allow the citizens to speak. Councilman Helling seconded the motion. -3- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21,1997 Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. Mr. Nelson Thibedeau, 1503 Bellefonte Lane, spoke regarding the railroad crossing at John McCain Road, value of property, lack of lot sales, resale value, quality of life, noise, gates at the railroad crossing, and limiting the train traffic. Mr. Herb Giffins, 7004 Orchard Hill Court, spoke regarding the hazard of the railroad crossing and noise. Mayor Newton advised that gates have been approved for two of the City's three crossings and he explained that the railroad line has been leased by DART, but that he and the City Manager plan to visit with the leaser to see if something can be done regarding these concerns. Councilpersons explained that the City of Grapevine had approached the City of Colleyville regarding the use of the line for the Tarantula Train, that the City of Colleyville did not expect to have freight on that track, and that the crossing at John McCain is one of the two crossings that has been approved for gates. There was no action taken on this item. 8. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED LINEAR PARK EAST OF THE CALDWELL'S CREEK PROPERTY Councilman Grace moved to suspend the rules to allow the citizens to speak. Councilman Helling seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. -4- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21,1997 Mr. Greg Schults, 1503 Caldwell Creek, spoke regarding the proposed linear park, the placement of the park, and suggested other locations. Mr. Raman Chandler, 1704 Glade Road, Developer of Caldwell's Creek, spoke regarding the location of the proposed park, visibility of the railroad track, realignment of the park to the other side of the railroad track, limiting the linear park to a width of 24', and screening. He requested the City consider relocating the park. Discussion ensued regarding the responsibility of cost, maintenance, and location of the jogging trail. Mr. Joel Moberly, 4401 Eaton Circle, spoke regarding property values. Mr. Nelson Thibedeau, 1503 Bellefonte Lane, spoke regarding expedition of this proposal and spoke in favor of Mr. Chandler's proposal. Ms. Rose Marginson, 1409 Caldwell Creek Drive, spoke regarding the building of the park on the non-resident side of the railroad track. Mr. Rick Rexing, 7011 Orchard Hill Court, spoke regarding safety around the proposed pond, vandalism, property values, and maintenance. Mr. Bruce Pierce, 1403 Caldwell Creek Drive, explained that he bought his home with the understanding that this park would remain private, that he spent $2,500 to screen the railroad, and that he is concerned about property values and public access to homes. He requested placement of the park on the east side of the railroad tracks. Mr. Greg Schults suggested that it would cost less to acquire the property on the east side of the railroad tracks and explained that the residents of Caldwell's Creek believe this is their park. Discussion ensued regarding the approval of a study for a trail plan, citizens being involved in the study process, and a recommendation that a Homeowner Association representative be at the hearings and planning meetings. The City Manager advised that higher density zoning is usually a trade off for open space which is not a part of the park requirement and advised that there is a note on the plat indicating there would be a dedication of the land behind Caldwell's Creek to the City. -5- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1997 Mr. Raman Chandler, spoke regarding the dedication of the property to the City and advised that he does not intend to dedicate this land. There was no action taken on this item. 9. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE Councilman Helling moved to appoint all 16 applicants to the Community Center Advisory Committee as follows: Karen Cantrell, Mary Michaels, Jinky Hicks, Louis Miller, Ann Hardy, Ret Stansberger, Barbara Brown, Wynona Smith, Jess Schroeder, Sharon O'Neil, Hardy Sanders, Ginny Tigue, Paul Vigiletti, Bonnie Carroll, Linda Newton, and Murial Havran. Councilman Grace seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. Discussion ensued regarding the appointment of a Chair for the Community Center Advisory Committee. Councilman Butler moved to appoint Ginny Tigue as Chair. Councilman Grace seconded the motion. Discussion ensued regarding her agreeing to serve as Chair. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Butler, and Grace Nays: Councilman Martin Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. -6- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1997 10. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF MAYOR'S VETO OF RESOLUTION R- 97 -1324, APPROVING A SIGN VARIANCE FOR HWY 26 MINI STORAGE Mayor Newton read the Veto memo in its entirety. Discussion ensued regarding the Council's action, why the Mayor chose to veto this variance and not other similar variances, mistakes made by city staff, differences in calculations, spirit of cooperation, cost of decreasing the size alone versus cost of decreasing the size and moving the sign, and the speaker at the first hearing not being the applicant. Councilman Martin moved to override the Mayor's veto. Councilman Butler seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. STAFF REPORTS: 11. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT Councilman Grace commended the Staff on the accuracy of the budget and the fact that the staff was favorable in regard to the budget in regard to the amount of expenditures. He stated they have continued to provide the City with a surplus that puts the City in financial positions to obtain the best possible financial ratings for our community guaranteeing that our taxpayers are burdened by the lowest possible interest rates on the debt that we have incurred for the facilities that we provide. He complimented the staff in accomplishing the objectives the Council established in their earlier fiscal plans. There was no action taken on this item. -7- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1997 REPORTS: 12. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES -10/13/97 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES -10/14/97 TRAFFIC SAFETY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES - 10/16/97 There was no action taken on this item. CITIZEN COMMENTS: 13. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA There was no one present wishing to speak. ACTION/RESOLUTION: 14. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF OCTOBER 21, 1997 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-97-1326 Mayor Newton opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-97-1326 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the public hearing. Councilman Grace moved to approve Resolution R-97-1326. Councilman Butler seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: 16. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, Councilman Martin moved to adjourn. -8- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OCTOBER 21, 1997 Councilman Grace seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Helling, Arp, Martin, Butler, and Grace Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. APPROVED THIS s'I/J DAY OF JiOl/P mh.e, AYES, 0 NAYS, AND 0 ABSTENTIONS. ,1997, BY A VOTE OF .5' Minutes taken and prepared by: kJ~ J n Harris, TRMC, CMC City Secretary -9-