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City of Colleyville
City Council
Agenda
City Hall
100 Main Street
Colleyville, Texas 76034
817.503.1000
www.colleyville.com
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
WORKSESSION
4:30 PM
EXECUTIVE CONFERENCE ROOM
THIRD FLOOR
CALL TO ORDER
WS-1 Presentation of the 2017 citizen survey results
WS-2 Senior Center facility usage
WS-3 Presentation and discussion of the Integrated Mosquito Management
Program
WS-4 Follow-up discussion of bids received for solid waste and recycling services
and contractor experience
WS-5 Discussion of the April 4, 2017, City Council regular agenda items
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code,
Chapter 551, Subchapter D
Section 551.071 - Legal - Consultation with attorney on legal issues raised
by public hearing or action items on the agenda
Section 551.071 - Legal - Consultation with City Attorney regarding
contemplated litigation concerning pending construction activity and
operations of the TexRail project within the City
Section 551.072 - Real Estate - Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease,
or value of real property for City facilities
Section 551.074 - Personnel - Deliberate the appointment, employment,
evaluation and duties of the Municipal Court Judge
Section 551.087 – Economic Development - Discuss or deliberate regarding
commercial or financial information that the City has received from business
prospects that the City seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in the City and
with which the City is conducting economic development negotiations;
deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a business prospect
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REGULAR MEETING
7:30 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
INVOCATION: Pastor Josh Anderson, Colleyville Presbyterian
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: City Attorney Whitt Wyatt
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION READING AND PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER
AND TAKE ANY ACTION(S) NECESSARY RELATIVE TO ITEMS
DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION - RESOLUTION R-17-4108
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
Announcements of civic and charitable events
Presentation of calendar events and updates
Announcements of awards and recognition
Proclamation in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month - Shellie
McMillon, Director of Community Engagement, Alliance for Children
Proclamation in recognition of the Grapevine-Colleyville Future
Farmers of America members and advisors - FFA Advisors Heather
Bemenderfer, Taylor McGrew, and GCFFA students, and Mayor
Richard Newton, and Councilmembers Nancy Coplen and Bobby
Lindamood
Recognition of employees' years of service
4. CONSENT: READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-17-4109
4a Approval of the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of March
21, 2017
5. ORDINANCE(S): FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING
5a Ordinance O-17-2008
Consideration of a Special Use Permit for a servants or caretakers
quarters and a Special Use Permit to allow for an accessory building
larger than permitted on Tract 3H, Abstract 211, BBB & C RY Survey,
located at 5513 Lowrie Road, Case ZC17-002
5b Ordinance O-17-2009
Approval of an ordinance to amend the appointment of an Associate
Municipal Court Judge
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6. RESOLUTION(S): READING AND PUBLIC HEARING
6a Resolution R-17-4110
Suspension of the April 21, 2017 effective date of Oncor Electric
Delivery Company's requested rate change for the maximum period
allowed by law
6b Resolution R-17-4111
Consideration of an appointment to the Planning and Zoning
Commission
6c Resolution R-17-4112
Consideration of an appointment to the Colleyville Economic
Development Corporation
6d Resolution R-17-4113
Consideration of entering into contract negotiations with a specific
contractor for solid waste and recycling services
7. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON
THE AGENDA
8. ACTION/RESOLUTION: DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A
RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR APRIL 4,
2017 - READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION R-17-4114
9. ADJOURNMENT
I hereby certify this agenda was posted on City Hall bulletin boards March 31,
2017 by 5:00 p.m.
Amy Shelley, TRMC
City Secretary
A quorum of any Colleyville board, commission, or committee may be present at
this meeting.
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.
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City of Colleyville
City Council
Minutes
City Hall
100 Main Street
Colleyville, Texas 76034
817. 503.1000
www.colleyville.com
Tuesday, April 4, 2017
Mayor Richard Newton called the Colleyville City Council Worksession to order on
Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at 4:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Richard Newton, and Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura,
Bobby Lindamood, Nancy Coplen and Mike Taylor
Absent: Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam at Roll Call arrived at 5:03 p.m., and
Councilmember Jody Short
City Manager Jennifer Fadden, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Safety
Mike Holder, Interim Assistant City Manager and Executive Director of Economic
Development and Communications Mark Wood, Fire Chief Brian Riley, Assistant
Police Chief Robert Hinton, Interim Chief Financial Officer Winston Duke, Human
Resources Director Rachel Huitt, Public Works Director Jeremy Hutt, City Engineer
Cheryl Taylor, Environmental Compliance Officer Randy Bright, Community
Development Director Ben Bryner, Recreation and Library Director Mary Rodne,
Recreation and City Events Manager Lisa Escobedo, Accounting Manager Karen
Hines, Parks Manager Heather Dowell, Marketing Coordinator Dustin Dangli, SH26
Coordinator James Hubbard, Strategic Services Manager Adrienne Lothery,
Information Systems Manager Chris Pena, City Attorney Whitt Wyatt, and City
Secretary Amy Shelley
WS-1 Presentation of the 2017 citizen survey results
Strategic Services Manager Adrienne Lothery presented this item and answered
questions of the City Council. Andrea Thomas of National Service Research was
available to answer questions as well.
Councilmember Coplen asked Ms. Thomas if there has always been a 3.3 percent
error. Ms. Thomas replied the previous year’s surveys were at three percent. This
year, the responding went down, the error went up.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if “enhance opportunities for community
gatherings” was ranked the lowest on question Q7b. Ms. Thomas replied yes.
Councilmember Coplen asked if the area of residence exhibit was divided by
population. Manager Lothery replied no, the geographic locations are based on the
garbage and recycling schedule.
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Councilmember Taylor asked staff if the percentage is the number of households.
Manager Lothery replied no, it is the percentage of respondents.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if “work outside of Colleyville” means anything
outside or across the City limits. Manager Lothery replied yes.
Councilmember Coplen asked staff if the Parks Master Plan process has begun.
Parks Manager Heather Dowell replied yes.
Councilmember Coplen asked staff if the plan will include sidewalks. Manager
Dowell replied the plan will address trails, and will work in conjunction with the
comprehensive plan.
Councilmember Lindamood asked staff about the savings with the paperless
survey. Manager Lothery replied there was a smaller difference overall of about
$1,500.
Mayor Newton stated the survey was good with good results. He suggested staff
and City Council should look at the comments. People would like more information
on Planning and Zoning Commission items, and generally what is happening in the
City. We should think about the communication of those items with an effort to
educate everyone about email. There is an opportunity to set objectives to double
those numbers. There is a strong migration to the use of electronic and social
media communications. He stated being curious about what other cities are doing,
and what they are doing that is valuable, such as Southlake with their SPIN signs.
Interim Assistant City Manager/Executive Director of Economic Development and
Communications Mark Wood recently presented the communication strategy to the
City Council, and that strategy needs to be better communicated to the
community. The common themes were roads, better communication to citizens in
upcoming zoning decisions, and taxes. People perceive their taxes are high, and
that this is due to City taxes. While in reality, the City portion is only 15 percent of
their total tax bill. There is a need to consistently communicate what the City tax
rate is, and how we manage the total City tax revenue by adjusting the tax rate.
We also need to make the case and consistently communicate the services the
City provides using the tax revenue the City generates.
Councilmember Lindamood stated some of the comments about wanting things
done, have already been put in place. Staff is going to be able to do a lot with the
new website to make communications better.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff what is on the zoning signs. Community
Development Director Ben Bryner replied information about a zoning change
request on the property, and to call this number. Councilmember Taylor stated
information seems to be lacking on the signs, because he sees more information
on other cities signs.
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Councilmember Taylor stated he would like something for Facebook that City
Councilmembers could share about signing up for emails about City information.
Mayor Newton encouraged staff and City Councilmembers to read the comments
to see if there are themes or items which can be addressed. Ms. Thomas agreed
and stated the satisfaction with the quality of life is extremely high, compared to
other cities.
WS-2 Senior Center facility usage
Recreation and City Events Manager Lisa Escobedo presented this item and
answered questions of the City Council.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff about the naming of the Oklahoma room.
Manager Escobedo replied she did not know. Councilmember Taylor suggested the
Alamo Room, or something fitting to Texas.
Mayor Newton asked staff if the utilization of the rooms takes place when staff is
at the Senior Center. Manager Escobedo replied yes, usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Mayor Newton asked staff if there are some small rooms which could be utilized
for small meetings and without impacting staff time. Manager Escobedo replied
yes, there are times during the non-programming sessions in which rooms are
available.
Councilmember Taylor stated the purpose of this item was to identify the down
time or dead space in which other uses could be there, and if we are truly utilizing
the facility to the best use to the tax payers. This is all good information, but it
does not answer that question. Mayor Newton said this is not meant to take away
business from Colleyville Center.
Councilmember Nakamura stated there are smaller subcommittees that would like
to have meetings, and in a place in which they do not have to pay.
Councilmember Taylor stated we need to know the room capacity, such as a
conference setup or seating. The organizations, Colleyville related, could have
their monthly board meetings and such at the Senior Center.
Mayor Newton stated staff would have to define those time windows when the
areas/rooms are available. Councilmember Coplen agreed, persons could call and
check availability.
Councilmember Taylor stated there may be nights during the week that could be
available, maybe by request, which would require staff to be present.
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Mayor Newton suggested looking at when the small rooms are not being utilized.
Manager Escobedo replied Monday through Thursday recreation programs are
being held and staff is there until 9:00 p.m.
Councilmember Coplen asked staff how the land behind the Senior Center is being
utilized. Manager Dowell replied the land is being used for practices and it is a first
come first serve basis and anyone is allowed.
Councilmember Taylor stated it would be convenient if we could direct people to
call a number to check the availability of space. Mayor Pro Tem Putnam suggested
maybe just a note on the senior page of the new website.
Councilmember Nakamura suggested a disclaimer of “subject to availability.”
Councilmember Taylor stated the larger groups will have to remain at the
Colleyville Center. Councilmember Nakamura agreed.
Councilmember Lindamood stated the meeting space at Market Street is there,
but it is too loud.
Mayor Newton suggested staff bring back their recommendations, and then City
Council can decide what they want to do.
WS-3 Presentation and discussion of the Integrated Mosquito Management
Program
Public Works Director Jeremy Hutt presented this item and answered questions of
the City Council.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff about the differences in the mosquito traps.
Director Hutt explained the differences in the Gravid and BG Sentinel traps, how
they are used, and how they operate.
Mayor Newton asked staff what is included in the free site assessments by
Colleyville staff. Director Hutt replied the site assessment is free of charge, and
staff will walk the property to identify things which may be a breeding ground for
mosquitos.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if all cities are doing the same preventative
measures, given the County numbers have dropped. Director Hutt replied yes,
2012 was the beginning when things started happening, and since then there has
been a lot of public awareness with a much more assertive effort in this area.
Councilmember Lindamood asked staff if the four positive samples are in one
sitting or spread out. Director Hutt replied for the adulticide to be applied, there
would have to be two positive samples at one location.
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Councilmember Lindamood asked staff how much time there is between each
sample taken. Director Hutt replied there will be four static sites tested each week.
Councilmember Lindamood asked staff if a positive sample will be tested weekly.
Compliance Officer Bright replied the wait time is a month given, the life cycle of
the mosquito, unless it is a static testing site. The site is monitored.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if static is a pond versus streams. Director Hutt
replied static sites are tested every week on the same day of the week, and
proposed two additional traps rotating throughout the City.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if the traps are in a standard place every year,
or moved around the City. Compliance Officer Bright replied they stay in the same
place.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if that is every year. Compliance Officer Bright
replied yes; however, this year staff is proposing to move one.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if this is based on historical data to move it.
Compliance Officer Bright replied currently these would be placed on all City
owned properties so that response time is quicker than on private properties.
Director Hutt added we have better control over City owned property than private
properties.
Councilmember Coplen asked staff if you get permission to access on private
property, do you need to come back for the next year. Director Hutt replied access
is granted through the duration of the current season.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if the traps are being placed in the proper
location, not just because we have easier access. Director Hutt replied staff is
looking at the entire area and how we can get good coverage. Residents are very
cooperative and will let staff know if an issue is present.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if the same hits in the past are still being
monitored. Director Hutt replied yes, and staff is going after those areas to
address and monitor those sites.
Councilmember Lindamood asked staff if we have enough test sites. Director Hutt
replied yes, and staff is making sure that Tarrant County has the capacity to test
another site. If there are significant concerns, staff will take sites out of rotation,
to try to figure out those specific issues.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam stated staff does an outstanding job with monitoring the
results and using the program. Director Hutt agreed.
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Director Hutt stated staff will bring forward a revised program at the next City
Council meeting.
WS-4 Follow-up discussion of bids received for solid waste and recycling services
and contractor experience
Strategic Services Manager Adrienne Lothery presented this item and answered
questions of the City Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam asked staff if the current vendor has proven the
adjustments or price increases. Manager Lothery replied Progressive has not seen
a price increase in some years, and those adjustments would come to City
Council.
Mayor Newton asked the City Councilmembers if their concerns were addressed.
Councilmember Taylor replied his questions were answered.
Councilmember Taylor asked CWD if the landfill rates go up, will Colleyville’s rates
go up. Mr. Greg Raimer, CWD, replied it has not happened in the 33 years he has
been doing business with those landfills. The advantage of not owning a landfill
means we can use the closest landfill rather than driving further to get to one that
is owned.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Raimer about the types of household hazardous
waste that will be picked up by CWD. Mr. Raimer replied all toxics, paints, pool
chemicals and cleaners, nothing radioactive, electronics, and light bulbs.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Raimer about appliances. Mr. Raimer replied not
metal goods.
Mayor Newton asked Mr. Raimer about the age of their vehicles. Mr. Raimer
replied the average age is 4.5 years, with 135 large pieces of equipment, with 45
being CNG, and we have our own truck paint booth so they all look new.
Councilmember Taylor asked Norm Bulaich, Progressive, how they can maintain
the same number of service vehicles and service days but with an increase in
service stops. Mr. Bulaich replied a fifth truck was added. Manager Lothery
concurred and stated both Progressive and CWD propose to run five trucks.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Bulaich why things began to happen, such as
missed or portions of streets missed. Mr. Bulaich replied over the last 14 years,
service has been pretty good. Last year with the merger of Waste Connections,
more capital was provided for us to manage the fleet and service better. More
trucks have been added and we have made improvements to overcome any
issues, but because of the volume of trash picked up, we are a little late in getting
out of Colleyville.
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Mayor Newton stated this item will be discussed more during the regular meeting
when reviewing the resolution.
WS-5 Discussion of the April 4, 2017, City Council regular agenda items
There was no discussion of this item.
Mayor Newton adjourned the worksession at 6:30 p.m.
Mayor Newton called the Executive Session to order at 6:31 p.m., and called the
roll.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam, and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Nancy Coplen and Mike
Taylor
Absent: Councilmember Jody Short
1. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code,
Chapter 551, Subchapter D
Section 551.071 - Legal - Consultation with attorney on legal issues raised
by public hearing or action items on the agenda
Section 551.071 - Legal - Consultation with City Attorney regarding
contemplated litigation concerning pending construction activity and
operations of the TexRail project within the City
Section 551.072 - Real Estate - Deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease,
or value of real property for City facilities
Section 551.074 - Personnel - Deliberate the appointment, employment,
evaluation and duties of the Municipal Court Judge
Section 551.087 – Economic Development - Discuss or deliberate regarding
commercial or financial information that the City has received from
business prospects that the City seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in
the City and with which the City is conducting economic development
negotiations; deliberate the offer of a financial or other incentive to a
business prospect
Mayor Newton explained the Executive Session had been called in accordance with
the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, Section 551.071, Legal,
Section 551.072, Real Estate, Section 551.074 Personnel, and Section 551.087,
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Economic Development. He further explained there would be no decisions made or
action taken during this time. Executive Session was adjourned at 6:31 p.m.
The regular meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor
Newton at 7:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam, and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Nancy Coplen and Mike
Taylor
Absent: Councilmember Jody Short
City Manager Jennifer Fadden, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Safety
Mike Holder, Interim Assistant City Manager and Executive Director of Economic
Development and Communications Mark Wood, Fire Chief Brian Riley, Assistant
Police Chief Robert Hinton, Interim Chief Financial Officer Winston Duke, Human
Resources Director Rachel Huitt, Public Works Director Jeremy Hutt, City Engineer
Cheryl Taylor, Community Development Director Ben Bryner, Recreation and
Library Director Mary Rodne, Parks Manager Heather Dowell, Marketing
Coordinator Dustin Dangli, SH26 Coordinator James Hubbard, Strategic Services
Manager Adrienne Lothery, Information Systems Manager Chris Pena, City
Attorney Whitt Wyatt, and City Secretary Amy Shelley
Mayor Newton expressed his appreciation to Pastor Molden and First Baptist
Church Colleyville for the luncheon provided to the City staff on Friday, March 31st.
INVOCATION: Pastor Dale Molden, First Baptist Colleyville
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: City Attorney Whitt Wyatt
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION READING AND PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER
AND TAKE ANY ACTION(S) NECESSARY RELATIVE TO ITEMS
DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION - RESOLUTION R-17-4108
This resolution was not needed.
3. ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, AND PRESENTATIONS
Announcements of civic and charitable events
Presentation of calendar events and updates
Announcements of awards and recognition
Mayor Newton encouraged seniors to attend the 5th Annual Senior Synergy Expo
on Thursday, May 4, 2017, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with a free lunch.
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Proclamation in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month – Jamie Harton,
Volunteer Coordinator, Alliance for Children
Mayor Newton presented a proclamation in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention
Month to Jamie Harton, Volunteer Coordinator, Alliance for Children. Ms. Harton
spoke regarding child abuse and thanked the Mayor and City Council for helping to
bring awareness.
Proclamation in recognition of the Grapevine-Colleyville Future Farmers of America
members and advisors - FFA Advisors Heather Bemenderfer, Taylor McGrew, and
GCFFA students, and Mayor Richard Newton, and Councilmembers Nancy Coplen
and Bobby Lindamood
Mayor Newton and Councilmembers Nancy Coplen and Bobby Lindamood
presented a proclamation in recognition of the Grapevine-Colleyville Future
Farmers of America members and advisors to FFA Advisors Heather Bemenderfer,
Taylor McGrew, and GCFFA students.
Recognition of employees' years of service
Mayor Newton recognized employees’ years of service and the following
certificates were presented:
Chief Mike Holder recognized: Heather Dowell, Parks – 1 Year; Tracy Gordon,
Police – 1 year; Chris Anderson, Police, 5 Years; Scotty Graves, Police – 10
Years; and Jeremy Hutt, Public Works – 10 Years.
Karen Randolph, Municipal Court Administrator recognized Regina Warner,
Municipal Court – 1 Year.
Public Works Director Jeremy Hutt recognized: Angel Nuncio, Public Works – 1
Year; Gilberto Rolon, Public Works – 1 Year; and Jaime Gutierrez, Public Works
– 5 Years.
4. CONSENT: READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-17-4109
4a Approval of the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of March
21, 2017
Mayor Newton read Resolution R-17-4109 in its entirety.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 8:03 p.m.
There was no one present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the public
hearing at 8:03 p.m.
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Councilmember Coplen made a motion to approve Resolution R-17-4109.
Councilmember Nakamura seconded the motion.
The motion to approve carried with the following vote:
Aye: 6 – Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Mike Taylor, and
Nancy Coplen
Absent: 1 – Councilmember Jody Short
5. ORDINANCE(S): FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING
5a Ordinance O-17-2008
Consideration of a Special Use Permit for a servants or caretakers
quarters and a Special Use Permit to allow for an accessory building
larger than permitted on Tract 3H, Abstract 211, BBB & C RY Survey,
located at 5513 Lowrie Road, Case ZC17-002
Mayor Newton read the caption of Ordinance O-17-2008.
Community Development Director Ben Bryner presented this item and briefed the
City Council.
Mayor Newton asked staff if the current utilities are tied to the existing garage.
Director Bryner replied yes.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam asked staff if the unit can be restricted from being used as
a rental. Director Bryner replied it would be difficult for staff to know when it is
being rented and enforced.
Councilmember Taylor asked staff if there is one common electric meter. Director
Bryner replied yes, and that is the stipulation the Planning and Zoning Commission
wanted.
Councilmember Lindamood asked staff if there was another structure being used
as a mother-in-law suite. Director Bryner replied there is no record of another
structure being used as livable space such as a full kitchen.
Councilmember Lindamood asked staff about the square footage of the porch.
Director Bryner replied 265 square feet.
Joel Justice, 5513 Lowrie Road, applicant and property owner, presented this item
and briefed the City Council. He stated the current structure is more like a pool
cabana not a living quarter.
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Councilmember Lindamood asked Mr. Justice if he is the original owner. Mr. Justice
replied no, the original owner used the upstairs as his attorney’s office.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Justice if the other detached dwelling is used for
storage. Mr. Justice replied the common pool house is their cantina.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Justice if the pool house is larger than what he is
proposing to construct. Mr. Justice replied the new structure would be used for his
mother’s home, and it would allow her to park in the garage and walk into her
home without being in the rain.
Councilmember Lindamood asked Mr. Justice if he would be good with removing
the porch area. Mr. Justice said it would not be a deal breaker, but his mother
likes to be able to walk outside and enjoy the backyard area.
Mayor Newton stated if the garage had been built with a walkway from the home
structure, this request would not be necessary. He stated if they were to sell this
home, in the future, he would like to be assured the structure would not be
rented.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 8:20 p.m.
Lola Lawrence, 4105 Greenway Court, asked if this variance is for this site only.
Mayor Newton replied yes. She asked if this is going to be used for
servants/caretakers, but it also mentions family, which it will be. She asked if this
type of request will override covenants of the HOA. Mayor Newton replied no. She
stated being concerned the request could set a precedence.
There were no others present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the
public hearing at 8:22 p.m.
To address Ms. Lawrence’s questions Mayor Newton stated that Mr. Justice’s
mother will be living in the proposed structure, and the reason for the special
approval is because of the kitchen space. The deed restrictions or covenants are
not governed or enforced by the City, it is up to the HOAs. Setting a precedence
will depend on a person’s view, and in this particular instance the square footage
is only going over the permitted square footage very minimal, and most of it is
porch space.
This was a first reading, therefore, the City Council did not take any action.
5b Ordinance O-17-2009
Approval of an ordinance to amend the appointment of an Associate
Municipal Court Judge
Mayor Newton read the caption of Ordinance O-17-2009.
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City Manager Jennifer Fadden presented this item and briefed the City Council.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 8:30 p.m.
There was no one present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the public
hearing at 8:30 p.m.
This was a first reading, therefore, the City Council did not take any action.
6. RESOLUTION(S): READING AND PUBLIC HEARING
6a Resolution R-17-4110
Resolution R-17-4110 - Suspension of the April 21, 2017 effective date
of Oncor Electric Delivery Company's requested rate change for the
maximum period allowed by law
Mayor Newton read Resolution R-17-4110 in its entirety.
Strategic Services Manager Adrienne Lothery presented this item and briefed the
City Council.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 8:36 p.m.
There was no one present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the public
hearing at 8:36 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam made a motion to approve Resolution R-17-4110.
Councilmember Lindamood seconded the motion.
The motion to approve carried with the following vote:
Aye: 6 – Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Mike Taylor, and
Nancy Coplen
Absent: 1 – Councilmember Jody Short
6b Resolution R-17-4111
Resolution R-17-4111 - Consideration of an appointment to the
Planning and Zoning Commission
Mayor Newton read Resolution R-17-4111 in its entirety.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 8:42 p.m.
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There was no one present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the public
hearing at 8:42 p.m.
Councilmember Taylor made a motion to approve Resolution R-17-4111
with the appointment of John Frazier to the Planning and Zoning
Commission to September 2017. Mayor Pro Tem Putnam seconded the
motion.
The motion to approve carried with the following vote:
Aye: 6 – Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Mike Taylor, and
Nancy Coplen
Absent: 1 – Councilmember Jody Short
6c Resolution R-17-4112
Resolution R-17-4112 - Consideration of an appointment to the
Colleyville Economic Development Corporation
Mayor Newton read Resolution R-17-4112 in its entirety.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 8:47 p.m.
There was no one present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the public
hearing at 8:47 p.m.
Councilmember Taylor made a motion to approve Resolution R-17-4112
appointing John Terhoeve to the Colleyville Economic Development
Corporation to September 2017. Councilmember Lindamood seconded the
motion.
The motion to approve carried with the following vote:
Aye: 6 – Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Mike Taylor, and
Nancy Coplen
Absent: 1 – Councilmember Jody Short
6d Resolution R-17-4113
Resolution R-17-4113 - Consideration of entering into contract
negotiations with a specific contractor for solid waste and recycling
services
Mayor Newton read Resolution R-17-4113 in its entirety.
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Strategic Services Manager Adrienne Lothery presented this item and briefed the
City Council.
Councilmember Coplen stated she would like the option of household hazardous
waste pick up and leaf recycling.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam stated he would hate to add the leaf recycling for a year
round expense when it is utilized seasonally.
Mayor Newton stated he would prefer to stay with the 65 gallon recycle bin rather
than the 95 gallon. City Manager Jennifer Fadden stated there may be some
negotiations to be made with the vendor, especially if there is a price differential.
There may be options to let the resident chose one or the other. Manager Lothery
added there is not a significant price difference in the two.
Mayor Newton asked Mr. Raimer if it is an option to the resident to choose the size
of their recycle bin. Mr. Raimer replied it complicates the distribution significantly.
Councilmember Taylor stated that is a one-time complication. Mr. Raimer stated
he would prefer to give everybody one size, and then switch out the ones for the
residents who want a large bin.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Raimer if the 95 gallon is wider, deeper, and
higher. Mr. Raimer replied yes.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam asked Mayor Newton if his concern is about the
inconvenience for storing the bin. Mayor Newton replied yes. Councilmember
Nakamura agreed and stated her HOA does not like it when it is not stored in her
garage. Councilmember Taylor stated the storing of the bin was a concern before
too. Mayor Newton suggested providing the 65 gallon to everyone, and allow a
larger bin on request. Mr. Raimer agreed.
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Raimer about the household hazardous waste
pickup. Mr. Raimer replied one specific day a month will be the pickup for the
HHW, and customer service will mail the resident a package of instructions, phone
numbers, and the date it will need to be ready. Package the materials and place
by your door side for collection. This includes toxins, pool supplies, and
electronics.
Mayor Pro Tem Putnam asked staff about how many residents drop off annually at
the Fort Worth site. Manager Lothery replied about 900 residents drop off items
annually, and Colleyville is one of the highest per capita users.
Councilmember Lindamood stated CWD can still pick up the Christmas trees; they
use LPG trucks which is cleaner on our streets; they use five axle trucks, which is
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easier on the asphalt streets; they are a mom-and-pop business and very helpful;
and they have invested $2 million into having their own recycler.
Mayor Newton asked staff if the Fort Worth HHW site will still be available to the
residents if they chose to use it. City Manager Jennifer Fadden replied yes, which
is a separate cost.
Mayor Newton opened the public hearing at 9:13 p.m.
Kathy Wheat, 206 Colton Court, spoke in support of this request and expressed
her appreciation to the City Council for their mitigation of a core service received
by the residents, especially the HHW.
There were no others present wishing to speak and Mayor Newton closed the
public hearing at 9:15 p.m.
Councilmember Lindamood made a motion to approve Resolution R-17-
4113. Councilmember Nakamura seconded the motion.
The motion to approve carried with the following vote:
Aye: 6 – Mayor Richard Newton, Mayor Pro Tem Chris Putnam and
Councilmembers Tammy Nakamura, Bobby Lindamood, Mike Taylor, and
Nancy Coplen
Absent: 1 – Councilmember Jody Short
7. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON
THE AGENDA
David Groves, 5702 Ponderosa Street, spoke about having to build a sidewalk on
his newly developed property that will lead to nowhere.
Kathy Hadley, 204 Timberline Drive North, spoke about the following: the SH26
contractor is doing well and they are quick; the speed limit of 30 mph on Glade
Road is fine, and she likes the bar ditches; continue to protect and preserve the
way and reasons why people moved to Colleyville; and about being concerned
about the freight trains moving through Colleyville.
John Zeitlin, 1800 Glade Road, spoke about the following: thanked Mayor Pro Tem
Chris Putnam for his willingness to step up for people’s property rights; asked for
City Council to ask the candidates to be considerate before walking on their
property to campaign; and for the protection of property rights.
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8. ACTION/RESOLUTION: DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A
RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR APRIL 4,
2017 - READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION R-17-4114
This resolution was not needed.
9. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the City Council, Mayor Newton adjourned
the City Council meeting at 9:31 p.m.
APPROVED BY A VOTE OF 7 AYES, 0 NAYS, AND 0 ABSTENTIONS ON THIS THE
18TH DAY OF APRIL 2017.
Minutes taken and prepared by:
Amy Shelley, TRMC
City Secretary