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Home My WebLink AboutCity Council-Minutes-5/6/2003 MINUTES OF THE COLLEYVILLE CITY COUNCIL MAY 6, 2003 The Pre-Council meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor Arp on May 6, 2003, at 5:21 p.m. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Rich Hendler, Jim Moore and Mayor Pro Tem Ginny Tigue were present. Mayor Donna Arp, City Manager Bill Lindley, Deputy City Manager Dianne McWethy, Director of Public Works Keith Fisher, Chief of Police John Young, Community Development Director Barry LeBaron, Library Director Mary Rodne, Community Development Manager Clayton Husband, Communications Manager Dixie Cawthorne, Administrative Assistant Cindy Martin and City Secretary Cynthia Singleton were also present. PC-1. Discussion of May 6, 2003, City Council regular agenda items. There was general discussion regarding the regular agenda items. Mayor Arp declared the Pre-Council meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m. The regular meeting of the Colleyville City Council was called to order by Mayor Arp on May 6,2003, at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL: Councilpersons Joe Hocutt, Brad Rice, Rich Hendler, Jim Moore and Mayor Pro Tem Ginny Tigue were present. Mayor Donna Arp, City Manager Bill Lindley, Deputy City Manager Dianne McWethy, Finance Director Terry Leake, Director of Public Works Keith Fisher, Community Development Director Barry LeBaron, Community Development Manager Clayton Husband, Library Director Mary Rodne, Colleyville Center Manager Lin Przybyl, Financial Analyst Collin Boothe, Communications Manager Dixie Cawthorne, Administrative Assistant Cindy Martin, City Attorney Ross Foster and City Secretary Cynthia Singleton were also present. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6, 2003 1. EXECUTIVE SESSION - In accordance with Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D Sec. 551.071 - Consultation with Attorney on Legal Issues Raised by Public Hearing or Action Items on the Agenda Legal - Potential Litigation - Explorer Pipeline Sec. 551.071 - Mayor Arp explained that the Executive Session had been called in accordance with the Texas Government Code Chapter 551, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 - Legal, Section 551.072 - Property Acquisition, and Section 551.074 - Personnel. She further explained that there would be no decisions made or action taken during this time. The meeting was recessed at 6:47 p.m. and reconvened at 7:30 p.m. The invocation was given by Pastor David Jung of Crown of Life Lutheran Church, after which Ross Foster led the Pledge of Allegiance. 2. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-03-2141 - Canvassing the General City Council Election for Mayor and Places 1 and 2 and Special Election To Fill An Unexpired Term, Council member, Place 4, held May 3,2003 Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-03-2141 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Councilman Hendler moved to approve Resolution R-03-2141. Councilman Hocutt seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Hocutt, Rice, Hendler, Moore and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. 3. OATHS OF OFFICE - MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS, PLACES 1,2 and 4 City Secretary Cynthia Singleton administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember, Place 1, Mark Skinner, Councilmember, Place 2, Elaine Dolan and Councilmember, Place 4, Jon Ayers. 2 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6, 2003 4. RECEPTION FOR MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS The meeting was recessed at 7:45 p.m. for a reception for Councilmembers and reconvened at 7:55 p.m. and the incoming Councilmembers took their places at the Council dais. 5. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Arp opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem. Councilman Skinner nominated Councilperson Tigue. Mayor Arp declared Councilperson Tigue as Mayor Pro Tem by acclamation as there were no other nominations. 6. CORRESPONDENCE, MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED BY THE COUNCIL AND CITY OFFICIALS, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, OR PRESENTATIONS Mayor Arp presented a Proclamation to Police Chief John Young in recognition of National Police Week, May 11 -17,2003. Mayor Arp presented plaques to outgoing Council members Joe Hocutt and Jim Moore. Councilman Moore expressed gratitude to the Council for the privilege of serving on City Council. Councilman Hocutt expressed gratitude to the citizens for allowing him to serve as Councilman, to his family for their support and reviewed the past two year accomplishments of City Council. Mayor Arp introduced and commended Election Judges Bertha Westerman and Helen Lear for their service to the citizens and commitment to conducting the City elections with integrity. City Secretary Cynthia Singleton stated that Ms. Westerman and Ms. Lear deserved high praise for conducting the elections with patience and integrity. Councilman Hendler invited everyone to attend the Allison Horn Benefit, May 9, 2003, at Colleyville Heritage High School. 3 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6, 2003 CONSENT: 7. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-03-2142 - Consent Items: a. Approval of minutes of the regular City Council meeting of April 15, 2003 b. Approval of minutes of the City Council Worksession of March 26, 2003 c. Approval of the recommendation of the Sign Board of Appeals for a variance to allow a 6 foot tall by 11 foot wide by 22 inch deep sign at the entrance of Good Shepherd Catholic Community on Tinker Road with the requirement that the light be turned off at 10:00 p.m. and allow the existing signs to remain, Case G-03-007 d. Approval of the recommendation of the Sign Board of Appeals for a variance to allow a 5' by 10' changeable letter marquee wall mounted sign above the steps on the eastern side of the Sunbelt Gymnastics building located at 4701 Bransford Road, Case G-03-008 Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-03-2142 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Tigue moved to approve Resolution R-03-2142. Councilman Ayers seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8. SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-03-1403 - Approval of Amendments to Chapter 14 of the Land Development Code regarding drainage, fire lane, construction plans and other engineering requirements, Case G-03-006 Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-03-1403. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Councilman Ayers commended staff on the development of the ordinance. 4 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6, 2003 Councilman Ayers moved to approve Ordinance 0-03-1403. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. Mayor Pro Tem Tigue commended staff for continuing to update and improve the Land Development Code. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. 9. FIRST READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance 0-03-1404 - Approval to amend Ordinance 0-92-880 establishing the fee structure for the circulation of materials and replacement and processing fees for materials for the Colleyville Public Library Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read the caption of Ordinance 0-03-1404. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Mr. Ed Havran, 303 Oakcrest Hill, spoke regarding the opening of the library, number of volumes available and the use of neighboring city libraries at no charge. Library Director Mary Rodne spoke regarding the TexShare program. 10. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-03-2143 - Approval to amend Resolution R-02-1925 Authorizing the Approval of the 2001 Drainage Bond Project List Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-03-2143 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding project costs. Mayor Pro Tem Tigue moved to approve Resolution R-03-2143. Councilman Skinner seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None 5 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6, 2003 Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. 11. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-03-2144 - Approval of a Construction Contract for Welsh Circle Paving Improvements Project with J.L. Bertram Construction and Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $102,763 Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-03-2144 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Councilman Hendler moved to approve Resolution R-03-2144. Councilman Ayers seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. 12. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-03-2145 - Approval of an Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County for Glade Road, Rose Street, Cherry Avenue, Lowrie Road and Reagan Road improvements, in amount not to exceed $65,000 Mayor Arp opened the public hearing and read Resolution R-03-2145 in its entirety. There was no one present wishing to speak concerning this item and Mayor Arp closed the public hearing. Discussion ensued regarding the need for street repairs and cost savings associated with partnering with Tarrant County for road improvements. Councilman Dolan moved to approve Resolution R-03-2145. Councilman Skinner seconded the motion. Public Works Director Keith Fisher provided an overview of the cost savings associated with partnering with Tarrant County for road improvements. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None 6 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6, 2003 Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. TABLED ITEMS: 13. READING AND PUBLIC HEARING - Resolution R-03-2124 - Approval of a waiver of perimeter street improvement requirements on Lot 3R, Block 2, Thompson Terrace, located at 5009 Thompson Terrace, Case P-02-045 Councilman Ayers moved to remove this item from the table. Councilman Hendler seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. Dr. Jonathan Richard, 201 Rochelle Court, applicant was present to answer questions of the Council. Community Development Director provided an outline of the street perimeter fees and road impact fees. Discussion ensued regarding commercial development of the Thompson Terrace area. Councilman Ayers moved to approve Resolution R-03-2124, with a waiver of $3,000. Councilman Skinner seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the motion carried. REPORTS: 14. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES - March 24, 2003 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES - April 14, 2003 COLLEYVILLE LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES - March 10,2003 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMITTEE MINUTES - March 11,2003 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES - March 25, 2003 There was no action taken on this item. 7 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 6,2003 CITIZEN COMMENTS: 15. CITIZEN COMMENTS/PRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Mr. Ed Havran, 303 Oakcrest Hill, requested that the agenda item for citizen comments be moved to the beginning of the agenda and requested that the City honor military personnel on Memorial Day. ACTION/RESOLUTION: 16. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION RATIFYING COUNCIL AGENDA ACTION FOR THE MEETING OF MAY 6, 2003 - Reading and Public Hearing - Resolution R-03-2146 This Resolution was not needed. ADJOURNMENT: 17. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, Councilman Ayers moved to adjourn. Councilman Dolan seconded the motion. Ayes: Councilpersons Skinner, Dolan, Hendler, Ayers and Mayor Pro Tem Tigue Nays: None Mayor Arp declared the meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m. APPROVED THIS 02..0 ~ DAY OF ..s AYES, 0 NAYS AND /?Co.:::; 2003, BY A VOTE OF o ABSTENTIONS. Minutes taken and prepared by: ZJ~~~ City Secretary 8