CM 1990-11-13 Minutes of November 13, 1990
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in regular called
session on Tuesday, November 13, 1990 at 7:00 p.m. for Open Session
in the Council Chamber of Town Center 255 Parkway Boulevard,
Coppel!, Texas. The following members were present=
Mark Wolfe, Mayor
Bill Smothermon, Mayor Pro Tem
Peyton Weaver, Councilman
David Thomas, Councilman
Tom Morton, Councilman
Jim Cowman, Councilman
Ron Robertson, Councilman
John A. Nelson, Councilman
Also present were City Manager Alan D. Ratliff, Assistant City
Secretary Linda Grau, Clerk/Typist Patsy Jones and city Attorney
Lawrence W. Jackson.
G S ON (Open to the Public)
Item i Call to order.
Mayor Southard (Wolfe) called the meeting to order.
Item 2 Invocation
Mayor Marti Southard (Wolfe) asked those present to stand while
Council Member Case Watkins (Robertson) gave the invocation.
Item 3 Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Cory Gere
(Cowman).
Mayor Mark Wolfe and Student Mayor Marti Southard then welcomed
citizens, parents and teachers to the meeting. Mayor Wolfe
introduced the teachers from Coppell Intermediate School:
Principal, Sandra Stuckey; Vice Principal, Lorie Shanklin and
Teachers, Janis Branum, Barbara Brothers, Lisa Hackel, Jana
Hamilton, Marsha Hughs and Marcia Raines. Their students
participated in the Student Council Program. Student Mayor
Southard explained the process by which the students were elected
to serve for this Students In Governments Program. Mayor Wolfe
intro~uced the Student Council who were representing the Mayor,
City Manager and City Council and gave a brief statement on each
student. Those students and their Council counterparts were as
follows:
Marti Southard, Mayor (Mark Wolfe)
J. R. Thomason, Mayor Pro Tem (Bill Smothermon)
Jesse Nordyke, Council Member (Peyton Weaver)
Katy Thomas, Council Member (David Thomas)
Sarah Ellington, Council Member (Tom Morton)
Cory Gere, Council Member (Jim Cowman)
Case Watkins, Council Member (Ron Robertson)
Greg Blasingame, Council Member (John A. Nelson)
S~mmer Whitis, City Manager (Alan D. Ratliff)
Item 4 Consider approval of minutes - October 23, 1990
The minutes of October 23, 1990 are to be corrected to reflect=
ITEM 20= Councll directed Staff that should a letter not be
received from Mr. Bill Thompson within 90 days, the Ordinance will
be brought back to Council for further consideration at that time.
ITEM ES-2 (Executive Session) adjourned into Open Session at 12=04
a.m. rather than 12:04 p.m. Councilman Blasingame (Nelson) moved
that the minutes of October 23, 1990 be approved with corrections.
Councilman Gere (Cowman) seconded the motion. The motion carried
7-0, with Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon), Council Members
Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas (Thomas), Ellington (Morton), Gere
(Cowman), Watkins (Robertson) and Blasingame (Nelson) voting in
favor of the motion.
Item 5 Special Mayor's Report
The following items were reported under the Mayor's special report.
A) Mayor Southard (Wolfe) read the Resolution declaring November
13, 1990 as "Students in Government Day".
B) Mayor Southard (Wolfe) told of two articles in leading
publications which gave information regarding Coppell. One of
these articles is in the November issue of "D" Magazine. The
second article was in the Friday, November 9 issue of the
newspaper "USA Today" and named Coppell as third fastest
growing suburb in the 1980~s with a population range of 10,000
to 50,000.
C) Mayor Southard (Wolfe) reminded those present of the City
Employee Thanksgiving dinner on November 21, 1990 at Fire
Station # 2 and requested that as many members of Council as
possible plan to attend.
D) Mayor Southard (Wolfe) reminded those present that "Shop
Coppell First" is in progress. The christmas parade will
start at 2:00 p.m. on December 2, 1990.
E) Mayor Mark Wolfe recognized the Staff and Council members who
had participated in the Metrocrest City Volleyball Tournament
held Saturday, November 3, 1990. The City's team placed
second. Members of the team who were mentioned included Ron
Robertson, Dale Jackson, Frank Trando, Chad Beach, Vivyon
Bowman and Mark Wolfe.
F) cityManager Whitie (Alan D. Ratliff) reported on the progress
of the Data Processing Committee and reported that to date,
three applications from citizens have been received. The
deadline for applications is Friday, November 16, 1990.
G) Council Member Blasingame (Nelson) reported that the Haunted
House, sponsored by the Coppell Theater Club, raised $7,000
during their annual fund raiser.
~tem 26 hla£son Reports were considered at this point. Please
see the report of this item in itts proper order.'
Item 6 Citizens Appearances
Mayor Southard (Wolfe) recognized the following citizens:
A) Casey Cundiff of 325 Clear Haven asked if there was a way to
regulate the light at the intersection of Moore Road and Sandy
Lake Road so that there would not be so much congestion and
such long waits.
B) Brad Betts of 549 Lake Forest asked if there could be a school
crossing guard between Sandy Lake and MacArthur Boulevard for
the great number of students who cross there.
C) Brandi Firtos of 432 Green Ridge. asked when w~rk would bedone
on Denton Tap, pointing out that it seems that a lot of time
is spent on roads which are in fairly good shape and not much
time on roads which need work.
D) Jenny Whitten of 212 Samuel Boulevard asked if it would be
possible for the City to consider a Miniature Golf Course or
a Bowling Alley.
E)Lindsay Ensom of 649 Hood Drive asked what steps Coppell is
taking to control pollution.
F) John Ritcheske of 765 Crane Circle noted that air traffic
noise has increased over Coppell and wondered if the City
expects that to continue.
Item 7 Consider approval of a Resolution declaring November 13,
1990 as "Students in Government Day" in the City of
Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Following reading of the Resolution by Council Member Cory Gere
(Cowman), Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon) moved that Resolution
111390.1, considering approval of a Resolution declaring November
13, 1990 as "Students in Government Day" be approved. Council
Member Gere (Cowman) seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0,
with Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon), Council Members Nordyke
(Weaver), Thomas (Thomas), Ellington (Morton), Gere (Cowman),
Watkins (Robertson) and Blasingame (Nelson) voting in favor of the
motion.
Item 8 Consideration of a proclamation recognizing Kevin Foster
and the Rotary Club for their service and contribution to
the community.
In the absence of Kevin Foster, Mr. Hans Dietrich, President of the
Rotary Club, was present to accept the proclamation. The
Proclamation was read by Council Member Thomas (Thomas). Council
Member Ellington (Morton) moved that a proclamation recognizing
Kevin Foster and the Rotary Club for their service and contribution
to the community be approved. Council Member Blasingame (Nelson)
seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0, with Mayor Pro Tem
Thomason (Smothermon), Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas
(Thomas), Ellington (Morton), Gere (Cowman), Watkins (Roberteon)
and Blasingame (Nelson) voting in favor of the motion.
Item 9 Consideration to allocate funds in the amou/~t of $185.00
for the construction and installation of a permanent
plaque for the Andrew Brown Picnic Pavilion.
This item has been discussed in a previous Mayor's report, but
funds were not available at that time. Council Member Nordyke
(Weaver) moved that $185 be approved for construction and
installation of a permanent plaque for the Andrew Brown Picnic
Pavilion. Council Member Watkins (Robertson) seconded the motion.
The motion carried 7-0, with Mayer Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon),
Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas (Thomas), Ellington
(Morton), Gere (Cowman), Watkins (Robertson) and Blasingame
(Nelson) voting in favor of the motion.
Item 10 Discussion and consideration of naming the Bethel School
Road Park "The Duck Pond" in accordance with Ordinance
89-455: Naming Park Lands and Facilitiee.
Mike Cooper, Chairman of the Park Board, gave some background on
the name suggested for this Park. Following discussion of this
item, Council Member E11ington (Morton) moved that the name "Bethel
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School Road Park and Duck Pond" be approved. Mayor Pro Tem
Thomason (Smothermon) seconded the motion. The motion failed with
Council Members Ellington (Morton) and Watkins (Robertson) voting
in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon) and
Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas (Thomas), Germ (Cowman)
and Blasingame (Nelson) voting against the motion. Following
further discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon) moved that
the name of the Bethel School Road Park be "The Duck Pond".
Council Member Blasingame (Nelson) seconded the motion. The motion
carried 4-3, with Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon), Ellington
(Morton), Watkins (Robertson) and Blasingame (Nelson) voting in
favor of the motion, and Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas
(Thomas) and Germ (Cowman) voting against the motion.
Item 11 Discussion, consideration of rescheduling and/or
canceling the City Council meeting of December 25, 1990.
Following discussion of this item, Council Member Blasingame
(Nelson) moved that the City Council meeting of December 25, 1990
be canceled. Council Member Thomas seconded the motion. The
motion carried 7-0, with Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon),
Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas (Thomas), Ellington
(Morton), Germ (Cowman), Watkins (Robertson) and Blasingame
(Nelson) voting in favor of the motion.
Item 12 Consideration and discussion of the implementation of the
2nd Annual Christmas Spirit Award Program as requested by
Mayor Mark Wolfe.
Following discussion of this item, Mayor Pro Tem Thomason
(Smothermon) moved that the 2nd Annual Christmas Spirit Award
Program be implemented under the direction of the Coppell Chamber
of Commerce. Council Member Thomas (Thomas) seconded the motion.
The motion carried 7-0, with Mayor Pro Tem Thomason (Smothermon),
Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas (Thomas), Ellington
(Morton), Germ (Cowman), Watkins (Robertson) and Blasingame
(Nelson) voting in favor of the motion.
Item 13 Presentation of report on "Books, Barbecue, and
Bluegrass" City Library fund-raising event.
Jo Treadway came forward to give a report on the "Books, Barbecue
and Bluegrass" event of November 10, 1990. There were
approximately 300-350 people who attended the barbecue, with 260
dinners being served. Although the purpose of this event was to
introduce the F.O.C.L. group and not to solicit funds, $1,100 was
raised and will be used to purchase circulation material. A
concept introduced at the barbecue, the "Adopt-A-Book" program,
will be on-going. No further action was required on this item.
Item 14 Discussion, consideration, and approval of submitting a
letter of support for the continuing improvement of SH
121 to Mr. Arnold Oliver.
Council Member Nordyke (Weaver) moved that the Mayor be authorized
to submit a letter of support for the continuing improvement of SH
121 to Mr. Arnold Oliver. Council Member Watkins (Robertson)
seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0, with Mayor Pro Tem
Thomason (Smothermon), Council Members Nordyke (Weaver), Thomas
(Thomas), Ellington (Morton), Germ (Cowman), Watkins (Robertson)
and Blasingame (Nelson) voting in favor of the motion.
Item 15 Status report on the Recycling Committee by Councilman
Weaver.
Council Member Nordyke (Weaver) introduced Mr. Kim Brooks of the
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Recycling Committee. He ga~ean ~date of the recycling pilot
program which began in two nei~hb~ho~ds on November 10, 1990. He
reported that there was approximately 85% participation in both the
Hunterwood and Meadows sub-divisions. When asked by Council what
the plans for the future as regards to the entire City, Mr. Brooks
stated that the Committee anticipates a city-wide implementation of
curbside recycling in early 1991. No further action was required
on this item.
At this time, Mayor Wolfe thanked the Student City Council for
their participation in tonight's agenda. He presented them with
Certificates of Appreciation. Following a brief recesa, the
Council adjourned into Open Session to consider the remainder of
the Agenda.
Item 16 A. Consideration and approval of tax abatement
application and/or waiving of fees (up to $12,000)
for Thacker Container Company.
B. Consideration and approval of waiver of fees (up to
$12,000) for Thacker Container Company.
Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon reported that the Tax Abatement Committee
recommends that the application fee not be waived, but that a
waiver of fees of up to $12,000 for Thacker Container Company be
granted. The company is looking to locate in the Park West
Commerce Center. Council expressed concern that there are no
quidelines or consistency in granting waiver of fees. It was
pointed out that existing businesses who are planning to expand
should be given the same consideration as new businesses so far as
waiver of fees is concerned. To date, each request for waiver of
fees has been considered on a case-by-case basis. Council
requested that Staff and/or Finance Committee develop a cohesive
policy for consistent consideration of waiver of fees by new and
existing businesses. Councilman Nelson moved that the Tax
Abatement application from Thacker Container Company b e denied and
that the waiver of fees (up to $12,000) be approved. Mayor Pro Tem
Smothermon seconded the motion. The motion carried 4-3, with Mayor
Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Thomas, Morton and Nelson voting
in favor of the motion and Councilmen Weaver, Cowman and Robertson
voting against the motion.
Item 27 "CONSF~T AGEI~OA wa~considered,
Item 17 Consideration of a variance from Table II Appendix A of
the City of Coppell su~ivision Ordinance which concerns
remitments for maxim~ widths of driveways. This
variance is being re~ested by Mark Webb of ~ert
~ndscape Co. for Max~drews who resides at 235 Winding
Hollow, Villages at Cottonwood Creek Su~ivision.
Building Official Dale Jackson made the presentation. ~. Mark
Webb of ~rt ~ndscape Company was also present with plats of
the proposed work. Following discussion of this item, Council
Me,er Weaver moved that the consideration of a variance from Table
II Appendix A of the City of Coppell Su~ivision Ordinance which
concerns the retirements for maximum widths of driveways be
denied. Cocci1 Me,er ~omas seconded~e motion. The motion to
deny the variance carried 7-0 wi~ Mayor Pro Tem Smoke.on and
Co~cilmen Weaver, ~omas, Morton, Co.an, Ro~rtson and Nelson
voting in favor of the motion.
Item 18 Consideration of a varla~ce from section 10-8-5 of the
Sign Ordinance wh£ch':~gns Subdivision Signs. The
variance is requested by Tom Farley on behalf of the
Lakes of Coppe11 Owners~ Association.
Building Official Dale Jackson made the presentation. A permit has
previously been denied by the City. The developer requested a
variance to allow a 70.6 square foot sign to be erected. Ann
Czarnecki of Irving, representing the Lakes of Coppell Owners~
Association, was also present to present the case ofthe developer
and answer questions by the Council. Following discussion of this
item, Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon moved that the consideration of a
variance for signs to be constructed at the entrances of the Lakes
of Coppell subdivision from section 10-8-5 of the Sign Ordinance
which concerns Subdivision Signs be denied. Councilman Morton
seconded the motion. The motion to deny the variance carried 7-0
with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas,
Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 19 Discussion and consideration to contract services with
Mesa Design Group to provide planning and landscape
Architectural services for the Community Park Master Plan
in the amount of $10,000.00.
Parks and Recreation Director Rick Weiland and Chairman of the Park
Board Michael Cooper made the presentation. At various times, the
topic of getting matching grant funds to develop the parks within
the City of Coppell has been discussed. At the present time, there
is Bond fund money and budgeted funds, available. In order to
maximize the funds and get a grant, a grant application has to be
put together and filed by January 31 with the State of Texas. In
order to know what to request in the way of facilities, Mr. Cooper
stated that the Park Board feels that a master plan for development
of the Community Park located directly across from Town Center
needs to be formed. Due to problems with previous master plans
which were not workable and in order to ensure that plans can be
drawn up to use for the Grant Application, the Committee feels that
professional help is needed. Following discussion of this item,
Councilman Robsrtson moved that Mesa Design Group be contracted to
provide planning and landscape Architectural services for the
CommunityPark Master Plan in the amount of $10,000. Mayor Pro Tem
Morton seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro
Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Cowman,
Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 20 Discussion and consideration of a proposal to further
evaluate potential noise generated byrunway 16/34E at an
expanded D/FWInternational Airport, and authorizing the
contract of agreement and financing of the proposal.
Planning Director Gary Sieb made the presentation. Following
discussion of this item, Councilman Morton moved that the proposal
to further evaluate potential noise generated by runway 16/34E at
an expanded D/FWInternational Airport and authorizing expenditure
of up to $30,000 for a contract of agreement. The motion died for
lack of a second. Following further discussion, Councilman Weaver
moved that this item bepostponed until December 11 and that in the
interim a workshop be scheduled with the consultant, Staff and
appropriate Council Members to identify means of funding as well as
obtain information from D/FW Airport. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Robertson. Councilmen Weaver and Morton were asked to
meet with Staff and the Consultant. The motion to postpone this
item to December 11 carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and
Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in
favor of the motion and Councilman Morton voting against the
motion.
It~, 21 Discussion ,and .cons.,~a~lon o~, a~prov~nq an 'exchange
conk~act between ~,~.',¢~: Co~pelL ..and..,The Pa~kl~ o~
Co~l~l~.. T~ue2 rega~ding. ~ .~, O~ &ore' 'l~brary;. $~t~..ai~d
&u~horiz ~nq ~hm.. ~a[o~ ' tO sign ~ha' contract, on behalf 'of
the City at closing.
("1'~ it~.,,,,,vam discussed following EXmcut~vm Gmms~on),,Following
discubsJon on this item, Councilman Smothermon moved' to approve an
exchange contract between the City of Coppell and The Parks of
Coppell Trust regarding a 2.07 acre library site, and the Mayor be
authorized to sign the contract on behalf of the City at closing
with the stipulation that the City purchase a title policy.
Councilman Robertson seconded the motion; motion carried 7-0 with
Mayor Pro-Tem Smothermon, Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton,
Cowman, Roberteon and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 22 Consideration and approval of a final plat of the Coppell
Church of Christ Addition, located approximately 483 feet
north of Sandy Lake Road, fronting Samuel Boulevard.
Councilman Morton moved a final plat of the Coppell Church of
Christ Addition be approved. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon seconded the
motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and
Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Norton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson
voting in favor of the motion.
Item 23 Consideration and approval of a preliminary plat of the
Riverview Plaza AdditiOn, located approximately 850 feet
east of S.H. 121, along Coppell road.
Planning Director Gary Sieb made the presentation. Be stated that
he has a letter from the applicant asking that the plat be denied.
Councilman Robertson moved that the preliminary plat of the
Riverview Plaza Addition be denied. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon
seconded the motion. The motion to deny the preliminary plat
carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver,
Thomas, Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the
motion.
Item 24 Consideration and approval of a preliminary plat of the
Sandy Lake Addition, located approximately 500 feet west
of the northwest corner of Sandy Lake Road and Samuel
Boulevard, at the request of Food Lion.
Planning Director Gary Sleb made the presentation. A
representative of Food Lion, John Maggiore was also present to
answer questions. There were two changes in the preliminary plat
which were pointed out. The applicant is required to have a 30~
landscaped area adjacent to Sandy Lake Road. There is to be an 8~
screening wall the entire length of the Eastern property line.
Following discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon moved that a
preliminary plat of the Sandy Lake Addition, located approximately
500 feet west of the northwest corner of Sandy Lake Road and Samuel
Boulevard, at the request of Food Lion be approved, with the two
corrections which are stated above. Councilman Robertson seconded
the motion. The motion carried 5-2 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon
and Councilmen Thomas, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor
of the motion and Councilmen Weaver and Morton voting against the
motion.
Item 25 Mayor's Report
A) Mayor Wolfe requested that, as discussed previously, the
Finance Committee take a look at developing a consistent
policy in considering requests to waiver Tax Abatemente and/or
waivering fees.
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B) Councilman Nelson asked about'the elevation of the Lake Park
subdivision being developed behind Parkwood. Concern was
expressed that this property is much higher than the existing
area.
C) Councilman Weaver reported that the Bond anticipation report
of MUD had been handed out to each of the Council Members.
D) Councilman Morton reported that COG has had several meetings.
At one of the meetings, the area of roundtables dealt with
resource management and recycling. He handed out material to
City Manager Alan D. Ratliff from this meeting. He suggested
that the material might need to be reviewed to see if there
were laws which might impact the City.
E) Councilman Thomas complimented Staff on the new name tags for
city Council, stating that they are much more functional and
are asthetically pleasing.
~o~low~ng the ~xeouti~e Session, Mayor Wolfe re-opened the Mayor's
Report ~n open'session and considered the following item:
F) Councilman Nelson requested a consensus of Council to fund up
to $300 for the Coppell Historic District Committee to apply
for a 501(c) 3 application which grants a non-profit
organization tax exempt status. A formal item will be placed
on the City Council agenda of December 11.
Item 26 Liaison Reports
A) ARCHITECTURAL REVIEWCOMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
B) CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
There was no report at this time.
C) COPPELL HISTORIC DISTRICT
Council Member Blasingame (Nelson) reported that at the last
meeting of the Historic District Committee, owners of property
on Bethel School Road were invited to give their view point of
development of "Old Town Coppell#. At the next meeting,
concrete plans for zoning will be discussed.
D) ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD
There was no report at this time.
E) DCAD
Mayor Wolfe, Councilman Nelson and Staff will be meeting with
the Dallas County Appraisal District to discuss correcting
iniquities in the system, final exemption being the greatest.
The Board will be providing them with information to assist
this process.
F) FINANCE COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
G) LIBRARY BOARD
Council Member Nordyke (Weaver) reported that the Library
Board met and is pleased to report that a contract for the new
William T. Cozby Library site is ready to be signed.
H) METROCREST RED RIBBON COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
I) MUD ABSORPTION COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
J) NCTCOG
There was no report at this time.
K) PARK BOARD
Council Member Watkins (Robertson) reported that at the
regularly scheduled November 5 meeting, a series of meetings
were scheduled to study community parks. The first of these
special meetings was held Monday, November 12. At this
meeting, 25 citizens requested an audience with the Council
and over 35 citizens were present. The next special sessions
are scheduled for November 12 and December 3. citizens are
encouraged to come and voice their opinions.
L) RECYCLING COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
M) SCHOOL BOARD
There was no report at this time.
N) DRAINAGE COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
O) PLANNING AND ZONING STUDY COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
P) PRIVATE CLUB ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
Councilman Thomason (Smothermon) reported that there was a
good turn out at the meeting of Thursday, November 8, 1990.
Item 27 A. Consideration and approval of changing certain ad
hoc members of the Recycling Task Force to regular
members and certain regular members to ad hoc
members at the request of the Task Force.
B. Consideration and approval of the release of
(Street Assessment) Lien for Certificate $90-118
(Independent Bank) and to be executed by the Mayor.
C. To consider an ordinance for Case ~ZC-524, to
change the zoning designation from (R) Retail to
(SF-9) Single-Family-9, on a parcel of land located
at 316 W. Bethel Road, and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
D. To consider a resolution approving the Trinity
River Authority contract for a period of October 1,
1990 to September 30, 1991 in the amount of
$3,000.00.
E. Receipt of acknowledgement form executed by the
homeowners at 252 Bethel Road acknowledging
retaining wall encroachment into a City sanitary~
sewer easement and authorizing the City Manager to
sign.
F. Discussion, consideration of approval of a variance
to the city's Sign Ordinance for the installation
of a temporary sign on Denton Tap Road for use in
advertising the "Shop Coppell First" campaign and
waiver of fees.
G. Discussion, consideration of supporting and
approving a "Shop Coppell" parade to be held on
December 2, 1990 at 2=00 p.m. from Coppell Post
office to Denton Tap, north on Denton Tap to the
parking lot at Town Center.
Discussion and consideration of approval of an
ordinance amending Ordinance No. 314 to allow one-
way traffic on Rocky Branch Lane and Rolling Hills
Road from December 1, 1990 through January 1, 1991
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
I. Reconsideration and approval of a proclamation for
"Books, Bluegrass, and Barbecue" event.
Councilman Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Items 27 A
through 27 I, with Item 27 C carrying Ordinance 297-A-85, Item 27D
carrying Resolution #111390.2 and Item 27 H carrying Ordinance
90490. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. The motion carried
7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas,
Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Close to the Public)
ES-28 A. Article 6252-17, Section 2 (e) and Senate
Concurrent Resolution Number 83, discussion with
City Attorney concerning matter involving
privileged communications between attorney and
client.
1. Johnny Thompson annexation question.
2. Lomas & Nettleton Agreement/MacArthur Boulevard
"~ Right of Way
3. Hue1 Weaver Lawsuit
4. Minyard Agreement.
B. Article 6252-17, Section 2 (f), discussion with
respect to the purchase, exchange, lease of real
property and City liability.
1. Status report on Library Site Acquisition
2. Connell Skaggs Drainage
3. T.U. Electric Franchise
Council convened in Executive Session at 9:47 p.m. on Tuesday
November 13, 1990 as allowed under the above stated articles and
adjourned into Open Session at 10:54 p.m.
~ (Open to the Public)
Item ~1 Th~e item was discussed at Chis time. Please see, 'the
report o£' this item in it's proper order.,
Mayor"s Report Item (F) was discussed at this time... Please' see
the"report of this item ~.n itts 'proper.brdez'; '.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the
meeting was adjourned.
Mark Wolfe, M~or
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