CM 2003-12-09MINUTES OF DECEMBER 9, 2003
The City Council o£ the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, December 9,
2003, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell,
Texas. The following members were present:
Doug Stover, Mayor
Jayne Peters, Mayor Pro Tern
Tim Brancheau, Councilmember
Diana Raines, Councilmember
Billy Faught, Councilmember
Thom Suhy, Councilmember
Bill York, Councilmember
Councilmember Tunnell was absent from the meeting. Also present were City Manager Jim Witt,
City Secretary Libby Ball and City Attorney David Dodd.
REGULAR SESSION
(Open to the Public)
Call to order.
Mayor Stover called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was present and
convened into Work Session.
WORK SESSION
(Open to the Public)
Convene Work Session
A. Discussion regarding a Municipal Drainage Utility System.
B. Discussion regarding the Neighborhood Electric Vehicles and Motor
Assisted Scooters.
C. Discussion regarding the Council Retreat.
D. Discussion of Agenda Items.
REGULAR SESSION
(Open to the Public)
Invocation.
The Reverend Dale Patterson, Presbyterian Church at Hackberry, led those present in the
Invocation.
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Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Stover led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
5. PROCLAMATIONS:
Consider approval of a proclamation naming December 10, 2003 Tom
Sawyer Recognition Day, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation:
Mayor Stover read the Proclamation for the record and presented the same to Tom Sawyer.
Action:
Mayor Pro Tern Peters moved to approve a Proclamation naming December 10, 2003 Tom
Sawyer Recognition Day, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember York seconded
the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and Councilmembers
Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion.
Consider approval of a proclamation naming Coppell a EI.T. City USA,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation:
Mayor Stover read the Proclamation for the record and presented the same to staff and
members of the Y.M.C.A. who were present.
Action:
Councilmember Raines moved to approve a Proclamation naming Coppell a EI.T. City USA,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Faught seconded the motion, the
motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines,
Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion.
Report by the Library Board.
Saul Friedman, Library Board Chair, made the Board's presentation to the Council.
Citizen's Appearances.
Brett Goldberg, 357 Hearthstone Drive, spoke regarding electric scooters.
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CONSENT AGENDA
8. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: November 11, 2003.
B. Consider accepting resignation of Douglas Glanz from the Library
Board.
Consider appointing Soji John as a Regular member to the Library
Board - term to expire October, 2004 and David Smith as an Alternate
member to the Library Board - term to expire October, 2005.
Consider approval of award of Bid No. Q-1003-01 for annual contracts
for purchase of fertilizer and chemicals to Estes Inc., Justin Seed and
Helena Chemical Co., as provided and highlighted on Bid Tabulation
Q-1003-01, and as budgeted, and authorizing the City Manager to sign.
Land Use and Development
Consider approval of a six-month extension to the expiration date of
the Coppell Commerce Center, Lot IR, Block 3, Replat, to allow the
construction of an approximate 106,000 square-foot office/warehouse
building on approximately 7.3 acres of property located at the southeast
corner of Burns and Freeport Parkway.
Consider approval of a License Agreement between the City of Coppell
and Curtis and Susan Davenport, the owners of the property at 257
Rosemount Court (Lot 3, Block B, The Reserve), to allow the
construction of a wall for erosion protection; and authorizing the City
Manager to sign.
Resolutions
Consider approval of a Resolution amending Resolution #010996.3, as
heretofore amended, with regard to recreational fees, special event fees,
trap fees, returned check charge, residential roll-off dumpster fee and
water conservation rates, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and Somera Communications
Sales, Inc., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
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Action:
Councilmember Suhy moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B, C, D, E, F, G carrying
Resolution No. 2003-1209.1 and H carrying Resolution 2003-1209.2. Councilmember
Brancheau seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and
Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-197R, Old Coppell Townhomes, Detail Site
Plan, zoning change request from PD-197-HO-TH-I/C (Historic Overlay-
Townhouse-l/Commercial) to PD-197R-HO-TH-I/C (Planned
Development-197 Revised-Historic Overlay-Townhouse-l/Commercial) to
attach a Detail Site Plan to allow the development of 19 townhouses and a
recreation area on approximately 2.9 acres of property located along the east
side of Coppell Road, north of Bethel Road.
Councilmember Faught, having filed with the City Secretary a Conflict of Interest Affidavit
regarding Item 9 and Item 10, left Council Chambers at this point.
Presentation:
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, made a presentation to Council.
Jason Marshall, 1201 Elm, Dallas, TX made a presentation on behalf of the applicant.
Public Hearing:
Mayor Stover opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak
regarding this proposal.
Greg McGahey, 788 Crestview Court, spoke in favor of the project.
Action:
Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Item 9 - Case No.
PD-197R, Old Coppell Townhomes, Detail Site Plan, zoning change request from PD-197-
HO-TH-1/C (Historic Overlay-Townhouse-1/Commercial) to PD-197R-HO-TH-1/C
(Planned Development-197 Revised-Historic Overlay-Townhouse-1/Commercial) to attach
a Detail Site Plan to allow the development of 19 townhouses and a recreation area on
approximately 2.9 acres of property located along the east side of Coppell Road, north of
Bethel subject to the following condition:
1. Provide details on location and design of mailboxes.
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And Item 10 - Approve the Old Coppell Townhomes, Preliminary Plat, to allow the
development of 21 residences, a recreation area and 2 commercial uses on 3.81 acres of
property located on the east side of Coppell Road, north of Bethel Road subject to the
following conditions:
1. Electric and gas easements need to be determined.
City utility needs will continue to be evaluated during Engineering
reviews. Easements may be needed.
Ensure all utility lines, including service lines, are kept out of the
driveway stamped-concrete paver areas.
Councilmember Raines seconded the motion, the motion carried 4-1 with Councilmembers
Brancheau, Raines, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tern Peters
voting against the motion.
Councilmember Faught reentered Council Chambers and took his place at the dais at this
time.
10.
Consider approval of the Old Coppell Townhomes, Preliminary Plat, to allow
the development of 21 residences, a recreation area and 2 commercial uses on
3.81 acres of property located along the east side of Coppell Road, north of
Bethel Road.
This Item was discussed during Item 9. See Item 9 for minutes.
11.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-185R-LI, Coppell Industrial Addition
(Tradepoint), zoning change request on 98.84 acres of property from PD-185-
LI to PD-185R-LI to attach a Detail Site Plan to allow for an approximate
350,183 square-foot expansion to the existing 600,000 square-foot building on
Lot IR and the development of an approximate 952,094 square-foot
office/warehouse building on Lot 2 located 50' east of Royal Lane; north of
Bethel Road, at the request of Hillwood Fund No. 1, LP.
Presentation:
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, made a presentation to Council.
Jennifer Dicks, 5430 LBJ Freeway, Suite 800, Dallas, TX made a presentation on behalf of
the applicant.
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Public Hearing:
Mayor Stover opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to speak on
this proposal.
Action:
Councilmember Faught moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. PD-185R-
LI, Coppell Industrial Addition (Tradepoint), zoning change request on 98.84 acres of
property from PD-185-LI to PD-185R-LI to attach a Detail Site Plan to allow for an
approximate 350,183 square-foot expansion to the existing 600,000 square-foot building on
Lot 1R and development of an approximate 952,094 square-foot office/warehouse building
on Lot 2 located 50' east of Royal Lane; north of Bethel Road. Councilmember Raines
seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and
Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion.
12.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the Coppell Industrial Addition (Tradepoint), Lots IR
and 2, Block A, Replat and Final Plat, being a replat of Lot 1, Block A, and a
Final Plat of Lot 2, Block A, on 98.84 acres of property to allow for an
approximate 350,183 square-foot expansion to the existing 600,000 square-foot
building on Lot IR and the development of an approximate 952,094 square-
foot office/warehouse building on Lot 2 located 50' east of Royal Lane; north
of Bethel Road.
Presentation:
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, made a presentation to Council.
Action:
Councilmember Brancheau moved to close the Public Hearing and approve the Coppell
Industrial Addition (Tradepoint), Lots 1R and 2, Block A, Replat and Final Plat, being a
replat of Lot 1, Block A, and a Final Plat of Lot 2, Block A, on 98.84 acres of property
allow for an approximate 350,183 square-foot expansion to the existing 600,000 square-foot
building on Lot 1R and the development of an approximate 952,094 square-foot
office/warehouse building on Lot 2 located 50' east of Royal Lane, north of Bethel Road
subject to the following conditions:
Additional easements may be required during the engineering review
process.
Provision of easements as may be required by franchise utility
companies (i.e., Oncor/Comcast/Verizon).
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Councilmember Faught seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Peters and Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of
the motion.
13.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1198R2, Assured Self Storage, zoning change
request from LI-S-II98R (Light Industrial-Special Use Permit-Il98 Revised) to
LI-S-II98R2 (Light Industrial-Special Use Permit-Il98 Revision 2), to amend
the Site Plan to allow for additional attached signage for an existing 75,000
square-foot mini-warehouse facility on 4.83 acres of property located at 1751 E.
Belt Line Road.
Presentation:
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, made a presentation to Council.
Public Hearing:
Mayor Stover opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak
regarding this proposal.
Charles Bogard, 101 N.W. 17h, spoke in favor of the project.
Action:
Councilmember Suhy moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. S-1198R2,
Assured Self Storage, zoning change request from LI-S-1198R (Light Industrial-Special Use
Permit-Il98 Revision 2), to amend the Site Plan to allow for additional attached signage for
an existing 75,000 square-foot mini-warehouse facility on 4.83 acres of property located at
1751. E. Belt Line Road. Councilmember York seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0
with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York
voting in favor of the motion.
14.
Consider approval of the Shadow Ridge Addition, 5th Increment, Lots I and 2,
Block A, Minor Plat, to allow two SF-12 (Single Family-12) lots on
approximately 0.87 of an acre of property located at the southeast corner of
Coppell Road and Plantation Drive.
Presentation:
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, made a presentation to Council.
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Action:
Councilmember Brancheau moved to approve the Shadow Ridge Addition, 5~h Increment,
Lots 1 and 2, Block A, Minor Plat, to allow two SF-12 (Single Family-12) lots on
approximately 0.897 of an acre of property located at the southeast corner of Coppell Road
and Plantation Drive subject to the following conditions:
1. City Council will grant a wavier to the alley requirement.
Preliminary engineering plans being approved by the Engineering
Department prior to the filing of the plat and final engineering plans being
approved by the Engineering Department prior to the issuance of a building
permit.
3. A permit will be required prior to the removal of any trees.
Councilmember Raines seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Peters and Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of
the motion.
15.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Text amendments to Chapter 12, Zoning, of the Code of
Ordinances amending Article 29, Sign Regulations, to delete all references to
temporary off- and on-premise signage.
Presentation:
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning, made a presentation to Council.
Public Hearing:
Mayor Stover opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to speak on
this proposal.
Action:
Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Text amendments to
Chapter 12, Zoning, of the Code of Ordinances amending Article 29, Sign Regulations, to
delete all references to temporary off- and on-premise signage. Councilmember Faught
seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and
Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion.
16.
Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Coppell, by amending Article 8-5, General Traffic Regulations, by
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adding Section 8-5-5 to prohibit the operation of neighborhood electric
vehicles and motor assisted scooters on streets, highways, and alleys; by
amending Article 8-6 by providing a new title and by amending Sections 8-6-1
through 8-6-3 to provide a definition and regulations for motor assisted
scooters; by amending Chapter 9, Section 9-11-3 by adding subsection (T) to
regulate the use of motorized vehicles and motor assisted scooters on park
property; providing a repealing clause; providing a severability clause;
providing for a penalty; and providing an effective date; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Presentation:
Jim witt, City Manager, made a presentation to Council.
Action:
Councilmember Suhy moved to approve Ordinance No. 2003-1067 amending the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Coppell, by amending Article 8-5, General Traffic Regulations, by
adding Section 8-5-5 to prohibit the operation of neighborhood electric vehicles and motor
assisted scooters on streets, highways, and alleys, by amending Article 8-6 by providing a new
title and by amending Section 8-6-1 through 8-6-3 to provide a definition and regulations for
motor assisted scooters; by amending Chapter 9, Section 9-11-3 by adding subsection (T) to
regulate the use of motorized vehicles and motor assisted scooters on park property;
providing a repealing clause; providing a severability clause; providing for a penalty; and
providing an effective date; and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Mayor Pro Tern Peters
seconded the motion, the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Peters and
Councilmembers Brancheau, Raines, Faught, Suhy and York voting in favor of the motion.
17.
Necessary action resulting from Work Session.
There was no action necessary on this item.
18.
City Manager's Report.
A. Council Goals FY 2004.
B. C-CERT Training.
A. Jim witt, City Manager, updated Council on the status of Council Goals FY 2004.
B. Jim Witt, City Manager, asked Council to return their C-CERT invitations to him and
thanked Council for their support of C-CERT.
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19.
Mayor and Council Reports.
A. Report by Mayor Stover regarding the Christmas Parade and Holiday
Season.
Mayor Stover wished all citizens and Councilmembers in Coppell a very happy and
safe holiday season. Mayor Stover also talked about the great success of the
Christmas Parade and thanked all City staff for the assistance.
20.
Council Committee Reports.
A. Carrollton/Farmers Branch
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ISD/Lewisville ISD
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Coppell ISD - Councilmembers Raines and York.
Coppell Seniors - Councilmember York.
Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition - Mayor Pro Tem Peters.
Economic Development Committee - Mayor Pro Tem Peters
Councilmember Brancheau.
Metrocrest Hospital Authority - Councilmember Tunnell.
Metrocrest Social Service Center - Councilmember Brancheau.
North Texas Council of Governments - Councilmember Tunnell.
North Texas Commission - Councilmember Tunnell.
Senior Adult Services - Councilmember Suhy.
Town Center/Architectural Committee - Councilmember Faught.
Trinity River Common Vision Commission - Councilmember Faught.
Trinity Trail Advisory Commission - Councilmember Raines.
Councilmember
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Councilmember Suhy announced that Lewisville I.S.D. has joined Carrollton/
Farmer's Branch I.S.D. and Coppell I.S.D., in the lawsuit regarding Robin Hood
funding.
Councilmember Raines announced that Coppell I.S.D. has formed a committee to
explore whether the I.S.D. should stay with the Tri-mester format or change to a
semester format at the Coppell schools.
Councilmember York announced that long-time Coppell resident Martha Jo Cozby is
in the hospital and asked for everyone's prayers.
Mayor Pro Tern Peters reported on the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition meeting
she attended on December Th and 5~h.
Mayor Pro Tern Peters reported on the Coppell Economic Development Committee
meeting she attend on November 1Zh and complimented Andrea Roy, Economic
Development Coordinator and Chad Beach, Assistant Finance Director, on the
presentation they presented to the new Committee members.
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Councilmember Suhy reported that the
Session on December 2, 2003.
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Senior Adult Services
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21. Necessary Action Resulting from Executive Session.
There was no action necessary on this kern
There being no further business to come before the Ci
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