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Minutes -February 27, 1995
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Call to Order:
The regular meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission was
called to order by Chairman Edwards at 7:00 P.M. on February 27,
1995.
Roll Call:
Present:
Commissioners Hank Smyth, Marie Powell, Tom
Westerman, Steve Lebo, Tom Hall, Sam McCollough,
Chairman Luann Edwards
Staff: Doug Henderson, Tom Niederauer, Jade Iro,ndi, Jan
Hofstrom
Invocation:
The invocation was given by Commissioner Westerman.
Approval of Minutes:
February 13, 1995
Commissioner Lebo requested that the Note to City Council attached to item #1 be changed
stating: "They wanted to keep the City's options open since Sanders isn't open and this is the
only exit from Reynolds onto Highway 26." The Commission had no objection.
Commissioner Lebo moved to approve the minutes as amended. Commissioner Powell
seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes:
Noes:
Abstained:
Powell, Westerman, Lebo, Hall, McCollough, Edwards
None
Smyth
1. PUBLIC HEARING: Zoning Change Request, from AG & R40 to R20 fsinale familv
residential minimum lot size of 20.000 s.f.), 8.09 acres out of the S.C.H. Whitten Survey,
Abstract 1619, tracts 1. 1T, 1 J2C1 and Lots 3 & 4 of the O. Martin Addition, Case Z-94-
040, OWNERS: Melvin & Loretta Mitchell; Chandler Cantrell Properties; DEVELOPER:
Robert J. Catino.
Staff presented the case to the Commission. Chairman Edwards read a letter received dated
02/27/95 from Mr. Fisher into the record. The letter stated that he had no objection to the
zoning change request. Chairman Edwards opened the public hearing. Those present wishing
to speak were: Don Tyner, 5602 Sycamore, with questions regarding drainage (following further
discussion by the Commission, Mr. Tyner expressed his objection to the zoning change because
if the zoning change only covers half of Ruth Road, future development would not alleviate
existing drainage problems); Sally Weese, 5500 Sycamore, not opposed but would like
consideration of traffic safety concerns by the addition of stop signs or speed humps on
Sycamore; Ross Epperson, Ballentrae Drive, in favor of residential; Jim McDennon, 5410
Sycamore Ct., in favor; the applicant Bob Catino spoke; Marsha Gayle, 5600 Sycamore Dr.,
opposed until their drainage is relieve, is concerned about through traffic, and would like to see
speed humps or another means to slow through traffic. There being no one else wishing to
speak. the public hearing was closed.
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Following discussion by the Commission, Commissioner Lebo moved to recommend approval
with a modification to the request to not include any portion of Ruth Road. Commissioner Hall
seconded the motion. The Commission discussed the motion and requested information from
Mr. Catino. Commission Hall removed his second. Commissioner Lebo removed his motion.
Commission Lebo moved to recommend approval of the zoning change as submitted with a
recommendation that the developer pay for any legal fees associated with drafting documents
abandoning a portion of Ruth Road. Commissioner Westerman seconded the motion. The vote
being:
Ayes: Smyth, Powell, Westerman, Lebo, Hall, McCollough, Edwards
Noes: None
2. Fox Creek Addition, Preliminary Plan, 30.612 being a replat of Lots A 1, A 1A, A 1 B, A 1 C,
A2, & B, Block 3; and Lot 3, Block 2, Bettinger Place, Case P-95-003; OWNERS: Frank
Bettinger Sr. est; F. E. Swink; Rose & Paul Tallas, TR; Stephen Bettinger; Jerry Swink;
developer: Phillip B. Scott.
Staff presented the case to the Commission. Rex Scott, Trophy Club, TX, was present to
represent the case. Mr. Scot stated that he had letters of intent regarding the off site access
to McDonwell School Road; he will be doing underground drainage; construction will not occur
in phases; sidewalks will be built; and the homeowners association would maintain the open
space. Chairman Edwards requested information from citizens who live in the area of the
proposed development. Those present wishing to speak were: Doug Blemmings, 6000 Colts
Neck Drive, opposed because of traffic concerns and drainage; Mike Richart, 308 W. Van Oaks,
concerns about drainage to the south and would like information regarding this issue; Mark
Atwood, 6312 Bettinger, currently has serious drainage problems and is concerned about
additional traffic on sub-standard roads. Following discussion, the Commission requested that
a City Engineer be present at their next meeting to discuss the drainage issue related to the
case. Commissioner westerman moved to TABLE the case until their next meeting.
Commissioner Hall seconded the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Smyth, Powell, Westerman, Lebo, Hall, McCollough, Edwards
Noes: None
3. Staff comments, reports and discussion items. The was discussion about the
Commissioners attending a training class by Council of Governments regarding
subdivision regulation.
4. Commissioners' comments and reports. The Commission discussed the latest information
regarding Colleyville Oaks.
ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Powell moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:00 P.M. Commissioner Smyth seconded
the motion. The vote being:
Ayes: Smyth, Powell, Westerman, Lebo, Hall, McCollough, Edwards
Noes: None
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Respectfully Submitted,
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Jan Hofstrom
Planning & Zoning Secretary
Approved on: ()3//3 /9S~~.c:;r
Work Session adjournea at 10:15 p.m.
NOTE:
As a matter of public record, an audio recording of the above Planning and Zoning
Commission meeting is available upon request.
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