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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council-Minutes-7/21/1992 (I \ / MINUTES OF COLLEYVILLE CITY COUNCIL JULY 21, 1992 The regular meeting of the city Council of the City of Colleyville was called to order by Mayor Richard Newton on July 21, 1992, at 6:47 p.m. ROLL CALL: councilpersons Linda Ahlers, Claudia McKenney, Steve McKain, and Ed McKnight were present. Mayor Richard Newton, city Manager Bob Stripling, Assistant City Manager Dave Draz, Jr., City Engineer Mike Jones, Planner Bill Bauman, City Attorney Ross Foster, and City Secretary Jean Harris were also present. Councilperson Cheryl Feigel, and Director of Community Development John Warden were on vacation. Councilperson Ed McKnight gave the invocation after which Ross Foster led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting of July 13, 1992 councilperson McKain moved to approve the Minutes of July 14, 1992, as written. Councilperson Ahlers seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilperson Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, McKnight None .- ( ) Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 2 . EXECUTIVE paragraph paragraph paragraph the City of paragraph SESSION - In accordance with Article 6252-17 See 2 e - Land Acquisition - Sale and/or Acquisition of Property f - Legal - Litigation - Resolution Trust corporation Law Suit f - Legal - Litigation - Settlement Agreement between GCISD and Colleyville g - Personnel - Appointments to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board paragraph g - Personnel - Appointments to Economic Development Task Force paragraph g - Personnel - Appointments to Financial Plan Task Force Mayor Newton explained that the Executive Session had been called in accordance with Article 6252-17, 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 7:40 p.m. 3. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, OR PRESENTATIONS Councilperson McKnight introduced three Boy Scouts from Troop 28, Greg Allbee, Rusty Thornsburg, and Trenton Manassee. He explained that the boys are working on their Merit Badges and that their attendance at this meeting is one of the requirements for the attainment of that award. () Mayor Newton commended Councilperson McKnight for his input into this worthwhile endeavor. -1- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 ( Councilperson McKain announced that he had attended a Chamber of Commerce Board meeting and had information available if the Council was interested. He announced that he also attended a Metroport meeting and advised that the organization is now operating in the "black". He advised that there was discussion of the City being involved in the Roanoke Animal Shelter, and discussion of future dates for meetings of the Council and Mayors of the Cities represented in Metroport. PUBLIC BEARINGS: 4. THIRD READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Ordinance 0-92-870 - Special Use Permit for a Go Cart Track, Lot 6-R-1, Block 1, Andy Felps Addition by SDE, Inc., 4007 Colleyville Boulevard Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-92- 870. Gerald Harber, 3708 Briarhaven Lane; Jim French, 128 Acuff; Tim French, 128 Acuff Lane; Brenda Huckins, 201 Mill Crossing W; Angela Bobo, 121 Brazil Court; Ida Poret, 117 Brazil Court; Earleen Wilkes, 132 Acuff Lane; Harvey Ackermann, 213 Oakcrest Hill Drive; Frank S. Folbre, 4001 Colleyville Boulevard; Michael Knight, 301 Marseille Drive, Hurst; Larry Henry, 4104 Inwood Lane; Kay Uhlenhaker, 100 Greenbriar; Eric Endicott, 2809 Walnut Lane, Hurst; Dolores Hulsman, 304 spring Hill Drive, Hurst; Tim Bunger, 321 Heneretta, Hurst; Earl French, 121 Acuff; Kerry Bost, 300 Montreal Drive, Hurst; Joe Moore, 133 Acuff; Robert Jackson, 3601 Woodcrest Court; Steve Bruton, 312 Brazil Drive, Hurst; Mary Beth Phillips, 3612 Brentwood Court; Al Olechna, 104 Greenbriar Lane; Gary Morlock, 413 Woodbriar Court; Charlotte Campbell, 120 Bremen, Hurst; Chuck Eddy, 128 Brazil Court, Hurst; and P. R. Yoes, 6113 Hunter Lane, spoke in opposition to this request. A petition with 76 names of persons opposed to this request was accepted into the record. William T. Irwin, 516 Tumbleweed Trail; Fred Harper, 1904 Maplewood Trail; Bobbi Mauldin, P. O. Box 747, Colleyville; Douglas Mauldin, 3919 Ashbury Lane; Elizabeth Standridge, 4608 Green Oaks Drive; and B. J. standridge, 4608 Green Oaks Drive, spoke in favor of this request. Mayor Newton asked if there were others wishing to speak concerning this item. There being none, Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Discussion ensued among the Councilmembers concerning the noise, safety, drainage, parking, property values, liability, emergency access, and the noise study provided by SDE, Inc. Councilperson McKain moved to table this item until the regular City Council meeting of August 18, 1992. Councilperson McKenney seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 5. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Ordinance 0-92-869 - Amending Section 22, Schedule of Permitted Uses, of the Zoning Ordinance to allow Pawn Shops in ML (Light Manufacturing and Industrial) District Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-92- 869. (' Mr. R. A. Spoth, 6309 Connie Lane, spoke in opposition to this Ordinance. Mayor Newton asked if there were others wishing to speak concerning this item. There being none, Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. -2- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 /-- SECOND READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Ordinance 0-92-872 - Zoning Change Request, From AG & ML to PUD-R, 182.012 acre tract out of the H. Medlin Survey, Abstract 1037, Tracts 3A1A2, 3A1 and 3; M. W. Davenport Survey, Abstract 432, Tracts lA2, lA2A, lB, 2, 2B, 2C, and 20; J. Gibson Survey, Abstract 591, Tract 3 and 4 by Timarron Land Corporation, north side of John McCain, near Highway 26 Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance A-92- 872. 6. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Ms. Susan Evans, applicant, was present to answer questions of the Council. Discussion ensued among the Councilmembers concerning the access easement, drainage problems during construction, grading plan, pedestrian trail, the number of paths proposed, easements along Highway 26, location of the park, and proposed alternate wording concerning the Plat and Site Plan regarding Bear Creek Trail. 7. THIRD READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Ordinance 0-92-867 - Amending Chapter 4 of the Co1leyville Code by adding thereto a Section 18 providing for regulations concerning Wreckers and Wrecker Service Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-92- 867. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item, and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Councilperson McKenney moved to approve Ordinance 0-92-867. Counci1person McKain seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 8. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Ordinance 0-92-873 - Zoning change request, Montclair Parc, AG to R20, 1.999 acre tract out of the Simon Cotrail Survey, Abstract 328, Tracts IN and 1N1, by Montclair Parc, Inc. Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Ordinance 0-92-873 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. Mr. Ross Calhoun, applicant, briefly explained the proposed zoning change request. 9. READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Resolution R-92-800 - Combination Preliminary Plan and Final Plat, Grace Webb Addition, 3.22 acre tract out of the Hall Medlin Survey, Abstract 1038, Tract lA, request by Ernest Hedgcoth, 7304 Pleasant Run Mayor Newton explained that this item was being removed from the agenda at the request of the applicant. ~' , ' -3- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 10. READING AND PUBLIC BEARING - Resolution R-92-804 - Final Plat, Ross Downs Estates V, 25.45 acre tract out of the A. J. Lott Survey, Abstract 963, Tract 6, by Mike Sandlin (- Mr. Mark Howe, applicant, was present and briefly explained the proposed final plat and the revised site plan. Mr. Howe also asked that the fees be waived if a new site plan is required. Discussion ensued among the Council regarding PUD Zoning, approved park land, access to the south, and the history of the project. Councilperson McKnight moved to table Resolution R-92-804. Councilperson Ahlers seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton explained that because this item is being tabled, there is no need for a Public Hearing at this time and declared the motion carried. TABLED ITEMS: 11. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-92-797 - Approving Replat, Muzyka Addition, 4.244 acres of Lot 1, Block 1, by Edward A. Fairchild, 4807 Patterson Lane Councilperson Ahlers moved to remove this item from the table. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. Discussion ensued among the Council regarding the alternatives to the request, staff's recommendation, access points, easement for public roadway, and the document drawn by the City Attorney regarding Ms. Barnard's rights to an access easement along the east side of Ms. Barnard's lot. Mr. Edward Fairchild, 4708 Patterson Lane, stated he had seen the instrument drawn by the City's Attorney and that his attorney had made some changes. He also stated that he believed the instrument, as changed by his attorney, maintains, in writing, Ms. Barnard's rights neither taking nor giving anything to/from Ms. Barnard or the Fairchilds. Councilperson McKenney to approve Resolution R-92-797, as submitted. Councilperson McKain seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 12. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FROM BEDFORD CHRISTIAN CHURCH FOR WAIVER OF DEVELOPMENT FEES Councilperson McKenney moved to remove this item from the table. /~, Councilperson Ahlers seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. -4- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 (~ \ Mr. Dave Freidell, Building Committee Chairman, Bedford Christian Church, spoke briefly regarding this proposal, the past donation of land to the City, and drainage problems. Discussion ensued among the Council regarding the right-of-way donation, past cases, and drainage. Councilperson McKenney moved to deny this request for waiver of development fees. Councilperson McKain seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 13. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-92-798 - Approving Combination Preliminary Plan & Final Plat, Bransford Road Elementary School Addition, 10.00 acre tract out of the T. J. Polson Survey, Abstract 1248 by GrapevinejColleyville Independent School District, Bransford and Glade Road Councilperson McKain moved to remove this item from the table. Councilperson Ahlers seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. Councilperson McKain moved to approve Resolution R-92-798 Councilperson Ahlers seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. ACTION ITEMS: 14. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLLEYVILLE AND THE GRAPEVINEjCOLLEYVILLE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT councilperson McKnight stepped down due to a possible conflict of interest. councilperson Ahlers moved to approve the settlement agreement as written. councilperson McKenney seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, and McKain Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 15. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF TARRANT COUNTY'S GANG TASK FORCE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ~ ( Councilperson Ahlers moved to appoint Ed McKnight to serve as the City's representative on the Tarrant county's Gang Task Force. Councilperson McKain seconded the motion. -5- COTY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 16. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THE 22 ACRE PARK SITE WITH REVENUE FROM THE VOLUNTARY PARK FUND Mayor Newton explained to the Council that the proposed request is for funds to be allocated from the Voluntary Park Fund for payment of several of the option items in the contract with Dean Construction to complete Phase I of the Pleasant Run Park. Discussion ensued among the Council concerning the optional sources for the funds, repayment of the funds, the alternate items to be considered, and the total dollar amount of the items. Councilperson McKenney moved to approve a portion of Alternate 5 (concrete walk pavement), Alternate 6, 7, 8, and 9, in the amount of $76,015 to be taken from the Voluntary Park Fund and repaid to that fund when bonds are sold for City Park improvements. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilperson McKenney moved to approve Alternate 9, in the amount of $22,500 to be taken from the Voluntary Park Fund and repaid to that fund when bonds are sold for City Park improvements. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons McKenney and McKnight Councilpersons Ahlers and McKain Mayor Newton voted "aye" to break the tie vote and declared the motion carried. 17. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR FUNDS FROM CREATIVE PLAYGROUND COMMITTEE Councilperson Ahlers moved to refer this item to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for their consideration. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 18. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD Councilperson Ahlers nominated Curtis Hamilton to be appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to fill the unexpired term of Place 3. No other nominations were made. Hamilton: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight Mayor Newton declared Curtis Hamilton appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Place 3. -6- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 19. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT r- Mayor Newton read a note from Environmental Board member Nancy Burgoyne, stating that she was unable to stay for the entire meeting, but that she is in full support of the Board. Ms. Donna Kauffman, Chairperson of the Environmental Board, introduced the Board members that were present to the Council. Mr. Russ Kendzior, Board representative, reviewed the Semi-Annual Report, stating the report includes information on the work done by the Board in the past six months, as well as, information on the performance of Laidlaw, the company contracted to do the City's recycling. Mr. Joseph Noorlag, Laidlaw representative, reviewed the process from pick-up to recycling. Councilperson McKenney commended the Board for the time and effort they have put into this worthwhile endeavor. 20. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION Mr. Russ Kendzior, representing the Environmental Board, made a presentation on Household Hazardous Waste Collection and disposal and a grant proposal in response to the Texas Water Commission' s request for proposals from local municipalities. Discussion ensued among the Council concerning the proposed grant, in regard to the time frame given for the application to be completed, the proposed budget, and the liability of the City. It was the consensus of the Council, to deny the request of the Environmental Board to make application for the proposed grant. 21. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A DRAINAGE UTILITY DISTRICT Councilperson Ahlers moved to authorize the City Manager to proceed with the implementation of a Drainage Utility District. Councilperson McKnight seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. 22. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC PROBLEMS IN RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS Mr. Joseph Coco, 2306 Highland Meadows Drive, representing approximately 30 people in his neighborhood, was present requesting a STOP sign be erected at Highland Meadows Drive and Sunderland Drive. Mr. Rick Balla, 2308 Highland Meadows Drive, was also present requesting some means of speed control on Highland Meadows Drive. A petition with 31 names of persons requesting a STOP sign be placed at the intersection of Highland Meadows Drive and Sunderland Drive was submitted into the record. r It was the consensus of the Council to authorize the City staff to organize a Committee to study traffic control devices and their placement criteria. -7- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 23. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY MANAGER'S PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1993 There was no action taken on this item. REPORTS: 24. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES There was no action taken on this item. STAFF REPORTS: 25. CITY MANAGER' S REPORT There was no action taken on this item. 26. MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT There was no action taken on this item. CITIZEN COMMENTS: 27. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATION REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA There was no one present wishing to speak. ACTION/RESOLUTION: 28. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF JULY 21, 1992 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-92-80l Mayor Newton opened the Public Hearing and read Resolution R-92-80l in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Newton closed the Public Hearing. councilperson McKain moved to approve Resolution R-92-80l, adopting the settlement agreement between the City of Colleyville and the Grapevine/Colleyville Independent School District and authorizing the Mayor to sign the agreement. Councilperson McKenney seconded the motion. Ayes: Nays: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight None Mayor Newton declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT : 29 . ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Council, Councilperson MCKnight moved to adjourn. Councilperson McKain seconded the motion. ~. , \ Ayes: Councilpersons Ahlers, McKenney, McKain, and McKnight Nays: None Mayor Newton declared the meeting adjourned at 2:25 a.m. -8- CITY COUNCIL MINUTES JULY 21, 1992 ,.-- ( APPROVED THIS .t.j'l{ DAY OF IlUJttSf , 1992, BY A VOTE OF -3.- AYES, -'2- NAYS, AND ~ ABSTENTIONS. Minutes taken and prepared by: J~~' City Secretary NOTE: As a matter of public record, an audio recording of the above Council meeting is available upon request. -9-