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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council-Minutes-9/15/1993 MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 The regular meeting of the City Council of Colleyville was called to order by Mayor Richard Newton on September 21, 1993, at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Jim Moore, Manny Montes, Cheryl Feigel, and Ed McKnight were present. Mayor Richard Newton, City Manager Bob Stripling, Director of Community Development John Warden, Acting City Engineer Scott Dyer, City Attorney Ross Foster, and City Secretary Jean Harris were also present. Councilperson Steve McKain arrived at 8:03 p.m. The invocation was given by Mayor Richard Newton after which Ross Foster led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION -In accordance with Article 6252-17 Sec 2 paragraph e - Land Acquisition - Sale and/or Acquisition of Property - Oaks and Briarwood paragraph e - Land Acquisition - Sale and/or Acquisition of Property - Chelsea Creek paragraph e - Land Acquisition - Sale and/or Acquisition of Property - Center Park Right of Way paragraph f - Legal - Litigation, Marie Powell Drainage paragraph f - Legal - Litigation, AAA Kennels paragraph g - Personnel - Zoning Board of Adjustments Mayor Newton explained that the Executive Session had been called in accordance with Article 6151-17, Section 2, Paragraph e - Land Acquisition, Paragraph f - Legal, and Paragraph g - Personnel. He further explained that there would be no decisions or action taken during this time. The meeting was recessed at 6:50 p.m., and was reconvened at 7:37 p.m. RESUME REGULAR MEETING: 7:30 P.M. 2. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, OR PRESENTA TIONS There were no announcements or presentations made. CONSENT: 3. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-93-928 - Consent Items: a. Approval of minutes of the regular City Council meeting of September 7, 1993 b. Approval of minutes of the special City Council meeting of September 14, 1993 ~ . ! c. Approval of two (2) water well drilling permits in Montclair Parc Addition -1- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 d. Approval of water well drilling permit at 6001 Bransford Road e. Approval of water well drilling permit at 3200 Pool Road f. Approval of City/Developer Agreement for Highland Meadows, Phase V g. Approval of scheduling the Public Hearing on a request to move a portable building into the City of Colleyville Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-93-928 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Councilperson Moore requested removal of Item G from the Consent Resolution. Councilperson Feigel moved to approve Resolution R-93-928, with the exception of Item G. Councilperson Moore seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. Item G: Discussion ensued among the Council regarding the request for a Public Hearing being for the modular building that is presently on the City's property. Councilperson Feigel moved to approve Item G of the Consent Resolution R-93-928. Councilperson Moore seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 4. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-93-932 - Personnel Manual and Classification Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-93-932 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Ms. Barbara Bankston, Administrative Assistant, was present and introduced the employees that worked on the Personnel Policies Task Force. She also answered questions of the Council regarding drug testing. ----. ( I Task Force members present were Gary Morris, Ed Nicole, Ron Summerfeld, John Hardin, and Keith Fisher. Debby Scott and Dan Badillion were unable to attend. -2- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 Councilperson McKnight thanked the employees for their time and effort in bringing this manual up to date. Councilperson Feigel moved to approve Resolution R-93-932. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. Mayor Newton presented plaques to the Task Force members that were present and thanked them for their time and efforts. 5. THIRD READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-93-920 - Approving and adopting the Annual Budget for the City of Colleyville for the Fiscal Year beginning October 1, 1993, through September 30, 1994 Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-93-920. Mr. Tom Hart, 1717 Avondale, stated his support for the proposed budget. Mr. Hart read a statement made at the City Council meeting held on November 2, 1992, made by Councilperson Montes. Mr. Russ Overby, 2507 Highland Drive, spoke concerning the revenue projections showing additional fees for use of sports fields in the City's parks. He stated his concern for targeted groups paying these fees. Mr. Jack Potter, 4005 Allendale, spoke in opposition to the proposed budget. Mr. Ed Baker, 6901 Pleasant Run Road, spoke in favor of the proposed budget and spoke concerning the caliber of the employees that have been hired by the City in the past. Mr. David Aanderud, 3301 Huntington Drive, spoke in opposition to the proposed budget and specifically in opposition to the training and travel budgets. He spoke in opposition to the Economic Development, consultants for review of Cable rates, and the cellular telephone for the Mayor. Ms. Dee Barker, 2200 Oak Knoll Drive, spoke concerning the citizens priorities as shown in the bond election and stated the community center funding should be used to fund a new fire station. Mr. Tom Powers, 4815 Meandering Way, President of Project Graduation, spoke in favor of the Council's contribution to the Project. Ms. Judy Atwood, 105 Timberline North, spoke in opposition to the proposed parks user fee. Councilperson Manny Montes requested to speak as a citizen. Mr. Montes made a six-minute presentation in opposition to the proposed budget. (Councilperson Montes was not limited to the time allotted for the statement.) There being no others wishing to speak Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Councilperson Moore spoke in answer to Mr. Ed Baker's allegation regarding the merit increases and (I conflict of interest regarding the over 65 exemption passed by the City Council on August 31, 1993. He read a memo from Mr. Bob Stripling concerning the balancing of the City's budget and stated concerns for budgeting monies that are not intended to be spent. -3- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 Councilperson McKain spoke in favor of the proposed budget and suggested a $.3194 tax rate be approved. Councilperson McKnight spoke concerning the betterment and quality of the parks, the Chamber of Commerce, and suggested a $.3194 tax rate be approved. Mayor Newton relinquished the chair to Mayor Pro Tem McKnight and made a 39 minute presentation regarding the proposed budget and tax rate. He reviewed his proposed changes to the City Manager's original budget. He also reviewed the cuts proposed by himself and Councilpersons Moore and Montes. Councilperson Feigel thanked the Mayor for taking the time to review the proposed budget with the citizens and read a budget proposal with a tax rate of $.3100. She explained that the budget process is difficult since the Councilmembers represent all citizens, not just those that voted them into office. She stated concerns for the Council working together and moving forward. Councilperson McKain moved to approve Ordinance 0-93-920, with the Mayor's recommendations to reduce the General Fund by $50,000, the Utility Fund by $18,000, and if any additional revenues are generated by the tax rate being above $.3100 they be applied to the debt service fund. Councilperson Feigel seconded the motion. Discussion ensued among the Council regarding the parks user fees. Ayes: Councilpersons McKain, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: Councilpersons Moore and Montes Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 6. THIRD READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-93-921 - Levying taxes for the operation of the Municipal Government of the City of Colleyville, Texas, for the 1993-94 Fiscal Year; establishing the Ad Valorem Tax Rate of thirty one cents ($.3100) per one hundred dollars property assessment; providing for apportionment of taxes for Interest and Sinking Fund for certain bond indebtedness and for general operating needs Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-93-921. Mr. Jack Martin, 3503 Fox Glen, spoke in opposition to the proposed tax increase. Ms. Susana Grundy, 209 Timberline North, spoke concerning the raising of taxes and the waiving of fees to developers. There being no others wishing to speak, Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Discussion ensued regarding the waiving of fees, policy statements, and the proposed tax rate. Councilperson McKain moved to approve Ordinance 0-93-921, changing the $.3100 to $.3194. McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons McKain and McKnight Nays: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, and Feigel Mayor Newton declared the motion failed. -4- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 Councilperson Feigel moved to approve Ordinance 0-93-921, with the tax rate being $.3100. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Feigel and McKnight Nays: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, and McKain Mayor Newton declared the motion failed. Councilperson McKnight moved to approve Ordinance 0-93-921, changing the tax rate to $.3150. Councilperson McKain seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons McKain and McKnight Nays: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, and Feigel Councilperson McKnight moved to approve Ordinance 0-93-921, setting the tax rate at $.3100. Councilperson Feigel seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons McKain, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: Councilpersons Moore and Montes Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 7. THIRD READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-93-922 - Amending Ordinance 0-92-880 setting fees and charges for City services Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-93-922. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Councilperson Feigel moved to approve Ordinance 0-93-922, amending the permanent sign fee to $35.00. Councilperson Montes seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, McKain, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. CITY SECRETARY'S NOTE: Councilperson Steve McKain excused himself from the meeting at this time. 8. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-93-933 - Amending the City Manager's Contract regarding compensation Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-93-933 in its entirety. Mayor Newton recommended an amendment to the fourth "Whereas" as follows: "The City Council wishes to provide an incentive for the City Manager to remain with the City of Colleyville to avoid a critical public service staffing issue; and" -5- CITY COUNCil MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 Ms. Susana Grundy, 209 Timberline North, spoke concerning the proposed increase and the car allowance Councilperson Montes spoke comparing the City Manager's salary with those of other cities in the metroplex and in opposition to the proposed Resolution. Councilperson Feigel moved to approve Resolution R-93-933, as amended. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Feigel, McKnight, and Mayor Newton Nays: Councilpersons Moore and Montes Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 9. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-93-923 - School Zone in Fox Meadows Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Ordinance 0-93-923 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. 10. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-93-931 - landmark Bank to move a Portable Building into the City Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-93-931 in its entirety. Mr. Gary Green, 2509 Hurstview, Hurst, President of landmark Bank, was present requesting the proposed temporary building and the use of crushed stone for the driveway and parking area. He stated the temporary building would be in use for six months at the longest. It was brought out that the proposed Resolution does not address masonry requirements and the use of crushed stone for the driveway. Community Development Director John Warden addressed the driveway/parking area being crushed stone. He expressed the staffs concern in regard to the use of crushed stone for the driveway being next to a public street. There were no others wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Councilperson Montes moved to approve Resolution R-93-931, with a change in wording adding the waiver from the masonry requirements and allowing the use of the crushed stone surface drive and parking area. Councilperson Moore seconded the motion. . Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Abstain: Councilperson McKain (he arrived during the discussion portion of this item) Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. -6- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 11. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-93-930 - Regarding the City of Colleyville's renewal of First National Bank of Grapevine, Texas, Loan #3276201-01 for property purchase at 315 West L. D. Lockett Road Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-93-930 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Discussion ensued among the Council regarding this being a short term loan and the process from year to year to renew the loan. Councilperson McKnight moved to approve Resolution R-93-930. Councilperson Feigel seconded the motion Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. ACTION ITEMS: 12. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF PROGRESS REPORT ON COLLEYVILLE BOULEVARD CORRIDOR PLAN FROM JOSEPH POBINER CONSULTING Mr. Joe Pobiner, representing the consultant team, was present and reviewed the progress ofthe Colleyville Corridor Plan. He stated that the process would include an analysis of information, interviews, traffic safety management, review of economic development, complete land use inventory, draft design parameters, and community meetings. Councilperson Feigel spoke concerning the need for interaction between the Economic Development Commission and the Colleyville Boulevard Corridor Plan Committee. 13. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE COLLEYVILLE BOULEVARD CORRIDOR PLAN COMMITTEE Discussion ensued concerning the appointees of this Committee being Colleyville Residents. Councilperson McKnight moved to appoint Carolyn Sims and Mary Beth Austin to the Committee. Councilperson Moore seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: Councilperson Montes Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. -7- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 14. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT Councilperson Moore nominated Ron Troy to Place 5. There were no other nominations made. Ron Troy - Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Mayor Newton declared Mr. Ron Troy reappointed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Councilperson Moore nominated Steve Helling to Place 6. There were no other nominations made. Steve Helling - Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Mayor Newton declared Mr. Steve Helling reappointed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Councilperson McKnight moved to defer the appointment of Alternate #1 until the next regular City Council meeting. Councilperson Montes seconded the motion. 15. DISCUSSIONAND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE It was the consensus of the Council to defer the appointments of the Traffic Safety Committee until the next regular City Council meeting. 16. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO MULTIRACIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL Councilperson McKnight recommended the appointment of Luann Edwards. Councilperson Moore recommended someone who has school aged children be appointed. Councilperson Feigel moved to appoint Ed McKnight to the Multiracial Advisory Council. Councilperson Moore seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. STAFF REPORTS 17. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT There was no action taken on this item. -8- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 REPORTS: 18. ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES There was no action taken on this item. CITIZEN COMMENTS: 19. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Ms. Dee Barker, 2200 Oak Knoll Drive, recommended the Council set criteria for appointments made to the City's committees. ACTION/RESOLUTION: 20. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-93-929 Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-93-929 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Councilperson McKnight moved to approve Resolution R-93-929, approving October 5, 1993, as the date to hold a Public Hearing on the request to move one portable building on to the property at 5400 Bransford Road; approving the appointment of Carolyn Sims and Mary Beth Austin to the Colleyville Boulevard Corridor Plan Committee; approving the appointments of Ron Troy to Place 5 and Steven Helling to Place 6 of the Zoning Board of Adjustment; and approving the appointment of Ed McKnight to the Grapevine/Colleyville Independent School District's Multiracial Advisory Council. Councilperson Feigel seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: 21. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, Councilperson McKnight moved to adjourn. Councilperson Feigel seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Moore, Montes, Feigel, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the meeting adjourned at 11 :20 p.m. -9- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES APPROVEDTHIS 6-t! DAYOF O~Johlr AND -12- ABSTENTIONS. Minutes taken and prepared by: J9::::c )J~' City Secretary SEPTEMBER 21, 1993 ,1993, BY A VOTE OF 0' AYES, 0 NAYS, - - -10-