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^ITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
OCTOBER 4, 1988
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The meeting of the City Council of the City of Colleyville was called to order by Mayor
Buck Hubbard on October 4, 1988, at 7:30 P.M.
Roll Call: Council person Doug Blemings, Chris Hawkins, Beth Myers, John Lynch and Ed
McKnight were present. City Manager Robert McDaniel, City Attorney Ross
Foster, Fire Chief Darrel II Red II Bailey, Police Chief Don Steele, Director
of Public Works Lloyd Wood, City's Engineering Consultant Gary Fisher, and
Janet Baker served as acting City Secretary at this meeting.
City Secretary LaVada Johnson was not present.
Invocation:
The City Council lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag after which Mayor ProTem Lynch
gave the invocation.
Approval of Minutes: September 20, 1988
Mayor ProTem Lynch moved to approve the minutes of September 20, 1988 as presented.
Councilperson Blemings seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
Noes: none
Correspondence: none
Consent Items:
1. Consideration of granting a utility easement at 315 W. L.D. Lockett Road to Texas
Utility Company
Council person Blemings questioned about the height of this tower and what kind of lines
are were be planned for this area. Steve Bagget, TU Company representative, stated it
is a transmission line 85' tall. Council person Blemings to have on record that he is
against the 85' towers along L.D. Lockett Road and to go along the right-of-way on the
railroad track does nothing for the town or community and I know that it is within the
capabilities technically and physically to bury that type of cable and ask TU to come
back with another proposal with a buried cable. Council person Hawkins asked about the
size required about the easements required and the sub-station at L.D. Lockett and
Pleasant Run is it on the east side on Pleasant Run and is it going to be a fenced in
area or a tilt wall.
Counci 1 person Hawki ns moved to grant an easement to Texas Uti 1 i ty Company at 315 West
L.D. Lockett Road. Mayor ProTem Lynch seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
Noes: Blemings
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. 2nd Readi ng and Pub 1 i c Heari ng - Ordi nance 0-88-6'0 - Ordi nance governi ng emergency
management
Mayor Hubbard opened the Public Hearing and read the preamble to Ordinance 0-88-670.
There being no one present wishing to speak the Public Hearing was closed.
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ACTI ON ITEMS
3. Discussion and Consideration of Ratifying the Acquisition of an Ambulance Required
to meet an Urgent Public Necessity
City Manager stated that the Fire Chief had provided more additional information in regard
to Council I s previous authority to proceed with acquiring an ambulance as quickly as
possible to meet the urgent public necessity. 1987 Ford Diesel, $52,000.00 financed
through a 1 ease/purchase through McDonald Dougl as Fi nance Corp. for 36 months with an
annual payment $18,928.00, for a total payout of $56,784.00 and interest of $4,784.00.
City Managerls recommendation was that the Council ratify the selection of that ambulance
from Co 11 ins Ambul ance Servi ce and approve the 1 ease/purchase arrangement for 3 years
with McDonald Douglas Finance.
Councilperson Hawkins moved that the Council approve the lease/purchase arrangement through
McDonald Douglas Finance Corp. for 36 months for $56,784.00 and interest of $4,784.00.
Councilperson Myers seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes:
Noes:
Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
none
Mayor Hubbard indicated to the audience that Meissner-Brown Ambulance Service has tried
to push the Council all the way and The Council have instructed The City Attorney to
pursue all avenues on this item; and this Council did not say they could renege on their
contract but requested that Meissner-Brown fulfill their contract and they refused.
4. Discussion and Consideration of approving Combination Plat, Case P-88-676, Georjan
Plantation Addition, locate on Glade Road.
David Washington was present to represent Mr. Grubbs. Some discussion on the fire
protection and perimeter street ordinance was made. Councilperson Hawkins questioned
what our Ordinance said about perimeter streets. Mayor ProTem Lynch stated that the
Perimeter Street Ordinance does not have waiver provision within that ordinance, however,
part of the Subdivision Control Ordinance has a general waiver provision.
Councilperson Myers moved to approve the plat as presented. Councilperson Hawkins seconded
the motion. The vote being:
Ayes:
Noes:
Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
none
5. Discussion and Consideration of adopting an Ordinance Regulating the Use and
Location of Skate Board Ramps
City Manager, Robert McDaniel, spoke in regards to skate board ramps in the City of
Arlington and Grapevine. The construction of the Skate Board Ramp in question the size
is approximately 25' x 55' by 101 or 11 Itall. The City of Grapevine approach was that
it was not consider a listed permitted accessory use in the ordinance.
Dee McKnight spoke in favor of ramp that it keeps young people out of trouble, healthy
and well engineered and felt that the noise was not a factor. Seth Johnson spoke for
the ramps. Melvin Milton spoke for the ramp. Eric and Joe Fitel, 509 Sagebrush, stated
that the noise can be controlled and that before construction began that the City has
been contacted and was told no building permit was needed.
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Mr. Berg, complainant, was present, told the Council he wanted to see them adopt an
ordinance that would prohibit skate board ramps on residential property. Mike Thornsberg,
owner of property behind Berg, indicated concern to privacy being invaded. Everett
Johnston concerned about the noise disrupting neighborhoods. Surrounding neighbors,
to the Fitels, said they were also against the ramps because they feel it's invading
their privacy.
Council person Hawkins spoke requesting time to look into this and to try to find out
about the noise. Mayor ProTem Lynch complimented the young people in the audience and
stated that he appreci ated the fact that they were concerned enough to speak before the
Council on the issue, and hoped they realized the Council has to consider all of the
facts and information before they reach a decision on whether to adopt an ordinance
regulating the use and location or issue building permits for skate board ramps.
Councilperson McKnight requested that this item be put on hold for two (2) weeks until
further research as been conducted. Councilperson Hawkins seconded the request.
The vote being:
Ayes:
Noes:
Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
none
6. Discussion and Consideration of a Resolution Declaring a Moratorium in the
Issuance of Building Permits for Skate Board Ramps
There was no action on this item. Tabled for 2 wppks.., /o-!J;ft
7. Discussion and Consideration of Approving a permit for relocation of a structure;
Mr. John Snow
John Snow, of Grapevine Texas, spoke requesting to obtain a moving permit in order that
he might move the existing building from the east side of Colleyville Blvd. to the west
side of Colleyville Blvd.
Mayor ProTem Lynch requested that this item be considered at the most earliest possible
date and a recommendation from the City Staff that thi s is not a fi re hazard and thi s
building meets City Ordinance; and that it be placed on the next agenda.
Exterior of building must meet City Ordinance and this item needs to have a Public Hearing
on the moving of the building and all surrounding property owners contacted.
8. Discussion and Consideration Adopting an Ordinance Revision Regulating Junk
Vehicles; Chief Don Steele
After some di scussi on, Council person Hawki ns recommended to have the City Attorney to
draw up an ordinance to coincide with the state statue.
Councilperson Hawkins moved to have the City Attorney to draw up an Ordinance to comply
with the state law. Mayor ProTem Lynch seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes:
Noes:
Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
none
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9. Discussion and Consideration of Releasing Letter of Credit from the City of
Southlake Required for Sewer Connection to serve Carroll Elementary School
Councilperson Hawkins moved to return the letter of credit. Councilperson Myers seconded
the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
Noes: none
10. Discussion and Consideration of Appeal to City Council Regarding Credits
Authorized for Woodland Hills 9th, Cary Hy, LCC Company
Cary Hy was present, spoke to Council on adjustments on 9th fil i ng of Woodl and Hi 11 s.
After further discussion from the Council and there being no one else wishing to speak.
Mayor ProTem Lynch moved to TABLED this item, pending the detennination of how this
request might impact the current pending litigation. Councilperson McKnight seconded
the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
Noes: none
11. Discussion and Consideration of Salary Compensation Package FY 88/89;
Councilperson Chris Hawkins
Counci 1 person Hawki ns and Mayor ProTem Lynch make comments on salary compensati on for
employees.
12. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Article 6252-17 Sec 2
paragraph e - Discussion of contract with Meissner-Brown for Ambulance Service
paragraph e - Builders, Assoc., et.al. vs City of Colleyville
Mayor Hubbard explained that the executive session had been called in accordance with
Article 6252-17 Sec 2 paragraph e and that there would no decision or action taken during
this time. The meeting was recessed at 11:10 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 11:40
P.M.
13. Possible action on Executive Session - in accordance with Article 6252-17 Sec 2
paragraph e - Discussion of contract with Meissner-Brown for Ambulance Service
paragraph e - Builders, Assoc., et.al. vs City of Colleyville
There was no action taken on this item.
STAFF REPORTS
14. City Managerls Report
Council reviewed report. General Discussion.
15. Special report - Oaks/Briarwood Drainage; Director of Public Works, and City
Consulting Engineer
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Director of Public Works, Lloyd Wood discussed the drainage in the subdivision including
a report from Gary Fisher, City's Engineering Consultant.
CITIZEN COfl4ENTS
16. Citizen Comments/Presentation Regarding Items not on the Agenda
none
ANNOUNCEMENT
17. As Needed
none
RESOLUTION
18. Discussion and Consideration of a Resolution Ratifying Council Agenda Action
for the Meeting of October 4, 1988 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resol ution
R-88-393
Mayor Hubbard opened the Public Hearing and Read Resolution R-88-393 in its entirety.
There being no one present wishing to speak the Public Hearing was closed.
Council Hawkins moved to approve R-88-393. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion.
The vote being:
Ayes: Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
Noes: Blemings
ADJOURNMENT
19. Adjournment
Mayor ProTem Lynch moved to adjourn the meeting at 12:30 A.M. Councilperson Hawkins
seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Blemings, Hawkins, Myers, Lynch, McKnight
Noes: none
Respectfully submitted,
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Acting City Secretary
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CITY MANAGER1S REPORT
OCTOBER 4, 1988
1) CITY SECRETARY LEAVE
Please be advised that LaVada's dad has died Friday, September 30th. LaVada
has gone to be with her famil y in Lubboc k. Our support and prayers go out
to LaVada during this trying time. Council and public understanding of
our temporary staff crunch is appreciated. Other City employees have done
an outstanding job of pitching in considering their work loads.
2) BAR B QUE ASSOCIATION
Attached, please find a news release for the Colleyville Bar-B-Que Cookoff
set for October 8, 1988. Also, find an organization chart & revenue
projection. Chairman Joel Moberly hopes to raise a minimum of almost $50.000
for the Community Center (above expenses). We wi sh them the best & are
ready to assist as and when called upon.
3) HOUSING DATA
Attached please find housing data prepared by Southlake Realty for the
Northeast Tarrant County area. Please note that Colleyville leads, by a
wide margin, in homes priced over $150,000.
4) THANK YOU1S
Attached please find thank you notes presented to the City in appreciation
for various City action.
5) PUBLIC WORKS IN PROGRESS
a. STREET CONTRACT
Gi bbons has completed all roads except for mi nor repair and for the
recently approved change order. The contractor will be preparing
the base on Church and Tinker streets with chip seal work, including
East Glade, to follow next week after the cement has set up properly
in the base preparation.
b. OIL DAMAGE CLAIMS
Are being adjusted by the City's insurance adjustor. The number
and intensity of complaints has since declined.
c. BIG BEAR CREEK INTERCEPTOR
We completed vacuuming out the sewer line near the railroad tracks
and the Sprint fiberoptic cable. Fortunately, the line in this area
was found to be secure and not in need of repa i r a s expected. Sand
and silt accumulation apparently resulted for upstream breaks. This
repair project is expected to be finaled by Mid-October.
d. OAKS/BRIARWOOD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
Work is steadily progressing on a challenging project which has push
our equipment and resources to new 1 imits. Approximately 280' feet
of drain pipe and 2 box inlets have been set. Completion, except
for clean up, is expected this week. In response to Mr. Freeman's
request, please see the Director of Public Works comments.
e. COUNTY ROAD WORK
County crews have begun to make road and base repairs in the area
of Oaks/Briarwood on L.D. Lockett.
f. OAKS/BRIARWOOD MEETING
Was recently held regarding the improvement of the existing street.
Council members McKnight and Hawkins met with Denny Threlkeld, Gary
Fisher, Lloyd Wood and the City Manager. The meeting concluded with
Denny Threlkeld committing to obtaining feed back from the homeowner's
as to the maximum amount the resi dents woul d commit to payi ng for
a voluntary assessment program and whether or not an involuntary
assessment should be considered regarding the inevitable IIfree riders.1I
g. HIGHLAND MEADOWS -SEWER REPAIR
Improper construction compaction has resulted in pavement failure
in Highland Meadows in 8 different spots. The original developer
has expressed a desire to assist the City in repair (i .e. material)
cost. City crews are currently repairing the road surface in this
subdivision.
6) TEXAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE CONFERENCE
Is being held in Dallas on November 3-5. Those Council members wishing
to attend need to let us know as soon as possible so we can make reservations.
Your participation is encouraged, as we believe you will find the event
informative and provide an opportunity to meet people from other cities
who can share approaches to similar problems.
7) IMPACT FEE REVISION
Under previous cover Council has been given Parson, Brinkerhoff revised
Transportation Study. By Tuesday.s meeting, a suggested date for a work
session should be available for Council 's consideration.
8) TU SERVICE COMPLAINTS...AGAIN
Attached please find the City Manager's letter to Jo Ann Parkman asking
for TU's monthly repair report to monitor progress on electrical upgrades
todate.
9) CODE VIOLATION 101 L.D. LOCKETT
The property at 101 L.D. Lockett has a substandard dwell ing, a inoperable
vehicle and a motor home which possibly maybe being used as a residence.
These vehicles have not been inspected or licensed in the last four (4)
years. (Violation of Zoning Ordinance Section 24.11.C) As of this date
we have issued two (2) citati ons to Mr. Leroy Teekett on the vehi cl es and
have commence the step by step procedures on the substandard dwell ing as
outlined in the Uniform Housing Code. Mr. Teekett court date is Oct 5,
1988.
Also, we understand that TU Electric will be acquiring most of the
properties, if not all, for an electrical overhead easement to service the
planned sub-station @ L. D. Lockett and Pleasant Run. Should this occur,
the problem will be remove. See agenda item #1
Respectfully Submitted,
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Robert T McDaniel
City Manager
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