CM 1991-05-14 MINUTES OF MAY 14, 1991
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in regular called session on Tuesday, May 14, 1991
at 6:00 p.m. for Executive Session and at 6:45 p.m. for Regular Session in the City Council
Chambers of the Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas. The following
members were present:
Mark Wolfe, Mayor
Bill Smothermon, Mayor Pro Tern
Peyton Weaver, Councilman
David Thomas, Councilman (Late arrival)
Tom Morton, Councilman
Jim Cowman, Councilman (Late arrival)
Ron Robertson, Councilman
John Nelson, Councilman
Also present were City Manager Alan D. Ratliff, City Secretary Dorothy Timmons and City
Attorney Lawrence W. Jackson.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Item 1 Call to order
Mayor Mark Wolfe called the meeting to order.
Item 2 Work Session
Items discussed during the work session included: A) Zoning change request, Northridge addition.
B) Personnel policy.
C) Wynnpage drainage problems.
D) Pecan Valley and Pecan Ridge additions.
E) Soccer fields at Brown Park.
F) Preview of the Coppell Video.
Item 3 Invocation
Councilman Thomas gave the invocation.
Item 4 Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Mark Wolfe led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Item ES 5 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. Coppell/Grapevine Boundary
2. J. Thompson Sandy Lake Road Property
3. North Lake Park
4. Bethel Cemetery
5. Tax Abatement
6. Botello Case
7. Don Jones
8. Indemnification Agreement
B.Article 6252-17, Section 2 (g) ~discussion concerning personnel.
1. City Manager ~:
2. Coppell Woman of the Year
3. Kim Brooks - Economic Development Board
4. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tern
C. Article 6252-17, Section (f) discussion concerning the negotiating position
of the City with respect to agreements involving interests in land and the
value of real property.
1. Landfill
2. PID and Legislation
Councilman Thomas and Councilman Cowman arrived during the Executive Session. The City
Council convened into Executive Session at 6:04 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 1991 as allowed
under the above stated articles. Mayor Wolfe adjourned the Executive Session and opened the
Regular Session at 6:55 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Item 6 Approval of minutes: April 23, 1991
April 30, 1991
May 7, 1991
Councilman Robertson moved to approve the minutes as submitted of April 23, 1991; April 30,
1991; and May 7, 1991. Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon seconded the motion. The motion
carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton,
Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 7 Citizen's Appearances
There were no citizens who wished to speak at this time.
Item 8 Consider appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilman Morton moved to approve the appointment of Councilman Bill Smothermon as the
Mayor Pro Tern. Councilman Nelson seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor
Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Cowman, Robertson and
Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 9 Consider designation of the 1991 Coppell Woman of the Year sponsored by the
Woman's Charity Organization of the Metrocrest.
Mayor Wolfe stated that the largest number of nominations ever for the Coppell Woman of the
Year have been received. Councilman Morton nominated Donna Knox as the recipient of the
1991 Coppell Woman of the Year award. Councilman Robertson seconded the motion. The
motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas,
Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 10 Presentation by Texas Waste Management, Inc., of a commemorative recycling
memento and a report on the first three weeks of recycling to include projected
revenues and discussion of possible community projects to be funded by these
revenues.
John Gustofason, General Manager of Texas Waste Management, of I-Iiekory Creek, Texas was
present to give a report on the first weeks of recycling in Coppell. He stated that the
participation rate for the first 10 days of the program was 53%, compared with a national
average of 30-35%. He stated that, at present volumes of prices, the Comptroller of Texas
Waste Management estimates that the City might expect to receive from $1,000 to $1,500 per
month in proceeds from this program. He presented recycling mementos to commemorate the
kickoff of the first city-wide curbside r~ycling program in Dallas County. No further action
was required on this item.
Item 11 Discussion concerning a progg~ ,~ T~ Abatement Agreement with Rediform, a
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D~ws~on of Moore Bus~nes~ Fo~h~ ~ ~ons~deration of d~rectlng staff to proceed
with scheduling of the Public Hearing to establish the area as a reinvestment zone
and to reduce the proposed agreement to final written form.
Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon made a presentation to Council. Frank Toth of Rediform was
present to answer any questions Council might have. Mayor Wolfe then recognized the
following citizens who asked to speak on this issue:
A) Richard Johnson, Chairman of Economic Development Board, stated that the Economic
Development Board feels it is time to move forward with the tax abatement issue. He
stated that they feel that by granting the tax abatement to Rediform, a message will be
sent to other industries that Coppell is pro business.
B) Vicki Hart, President of the Coppell Chamber of Commerce, of 432 Parkview Place read
a resolution supporting the tax abatement request.
C) Regina Johnson, 400 Hunters Ridge Circle, stated that she strongly recommends the
Rediform's request for tax abatement.
D) Dr. Bill Stearman, 504 South Denton Tap, stated that he is in favor of the tax abatement
for Rediform.
Mayor Wolfe briefly reviewed the tax abatement policy of the City. Following discussion on
this item, Councilman Robertson moved to approve a 25% tax abatement program (conditioned
on 6.5 million dollars being rendered) on the fixed assets and inventory for a period of five
years, unless the amount of $8,000,000, is reached, at which time the tax abatement would
automatically go to 50% for the remainder of that five year period. Councilman Morton
seconded the motion. The motion failed 4-3, with Councilmen Morton, Robertson and Nelson
voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver,
Thomas and Cowman voting against the motion. Council suggested that there be a joint effort
between Economic Development Board and the Tax Abatement Committee to work on the
existing tax abatement policy and bring recommendations back to Council. Following
discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon moved to direct Staff to begin the tax abatement
policy, to be brought forward to Council, under the parameters that Rediform be granted at 25%
tax abatement for five years, assuming (1) 6.5 million dollars value (value to include inventory,
book value, fixed assets and lease-hold improvements) is rendered on January 1 (2) that, in the
event on any rendering date, that value goes above 8 million dollars, that they be granted a 50%
abatement for the balance of the five year period. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion.
The motion carried 6-1, with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon, Councilmen Thomas, Morton,
Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion and Councilman Weaver voting
against the motion.
Item 12 Consideration of a variance from Section 10-5-4 B and Section 10-9-1 of the sign
ordinance which concerns the allowable time period for Banner Signs and the
administrative fee required to be paid for sign variance requests. The variance
(s) are requested by First Coppell Bank for the property located at 1000 S.
Beltline Road.
Building Official Dale Jackson made a presentation to Council. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon
moved to approve the request of First Coppell Bank to place a banner for 45 days, but that the
request to waive the administrative fee be denied and the $100 fee be collected. Councilman
Robertson seconded the motion. The motion carried 5-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and
Councilmen Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion and
Councilmen Weaver and Thomas voting against the motion.
Item 13 Consideration of request by First Baptist Church to:
a. Vary Subdivision Ordinance requirement of 6" thick concrete in parking
lot and light traffic areas to 5" thick
b. Waiver of required lime stabilization base in referenced area
c. Waiver of construction fees ~'~
Planning and Community Services Director Gary Sieb made a presentation to Council. Mr. Bill
Harrel, Minister of Education and Administration at First Baptist Church, Coppell, was also
present to answer questions of Council. Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon moved to approve Items
13 A, allowing 5~ of concrete; approve 13 B, waiver of required lime stabilization base in
referenced area and deny 13 C, request for waiver of construction fees. Councilman Nelson
seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and
Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the
motion.
Item 14 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a zoning change request for
Case #S-1006 (A), located at 150 S. Denton Tap Road, Suites 104 and 105, at the
request of Mr. Richard Trinidad.
Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing open and asked if there were any citizens who wished
to speak in favor of or in opposition to this zoning change request. There being no citizens who
wished to speak, Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman Weaver moved
to approve the zoning change request for Case #S-1006(A), located at 150 S. Denton Tap Road,
Suites 104 and 105. Councilman Morton seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with
Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Cowman, Robertson
and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 15 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a zoning change request for
Case gPD-116, Northridge Addition, from (TC) Town Center, to (PD-SF-7)
Planned Development Single-Family-7, located at the northwest comer of Sandy
Lake road and Heartz Road, at the request of D.R. Horton, applicant.
Mayor Wolfe stated that he had a letter from D.H. Horton requesting that the Public Hearing
be held open until the June 11, 1991 Council meeting. Mayor Wolfe opened the Public Heating
and asked if there were any persons who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to this
zoning change request. There being none who wished to speak, Mayor Wolfe stated that the
Public Hearing would be held open through June 11, 1991. Councilman Morton moved to
approve holding the Public Hearing open on the zoning change request for Case #PD-116,
Northridge Addition, from (TC) Town Center, to (PD-SF-7) Planned Development Single-
Family-7, located at the north-west comer of Sandy Lake Road and Heartz Road through the
June 11, 1991 City Council meeting. Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon seconded the motion. The
motion carried %0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas,
Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 16 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of a replat request for Park
West Commerce center, Lot 3, Block 7, located at the southeast comer of Airline
Drive and Enterprise Drive, at the request of Prentiss Copley Investments.
Planning and Community Services Director Gary Sieb made a presentation to Council. Bill
Dahlstrom, representing the applicant, was also present to address this issue with Council.
Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing open and asked if there were any persons who wished
to speak in favor of or against the replat request. There were no citizens who wished to speak.
Mayor Wolfe declared the Public Hearing closed. Councilman Morton moved to approve the
replat request for Park West Commerce Center, Lot 3, Block 7, located at the southeast comer
of Airline Drive and Enterprise Drive, subject to the developer escrow funds for the
improvement of Wrangler Drive according to staff's recommendations. Mayor Pro Tern
Smothermon seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon
and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of
the motion.
Item 17 PUBLIC HEARING: Discussion and consideration of amending the City's
Thoroughfare Plan as it relates to Bethel School Road between Denton Tap and
Bethel Roads and directing staff to prepare an ordinance amending the plan to
reflect alteration to Bethel School Road.
Planning and Community Services Director ,GM ~ieb made a presentation to Council. Mayor
Wolfe declared the Pubhc Heanng open and askeil ff there were any cxt~zens who w~shed to
speak in favor of or in opposition to amending the Thoroughfare Plan as it relates to Bethel
School road between Denton Tap and Bethel Roads. Those citizens who spoke included:
A) Doug Verheul of 204 Bethel School Road, Coppell, stated that he is concerned
with the amount of traffic, stating that he would like to see an actual traffic count.
He also voiced concern about the path which emergency vehicles would have to
take in order to get to some of the areas along Bethel Road.
B)Fred Bruner of 225 W Bethel School Road, Coppell, stated that he is in favor of
the cul-de-sac plan as a means of controlling the amount of traffic.
C) Ray McDowell of 3525 Courtdale, Farmers Branch, owns property on both sides
of where the road will be closed. He stated that he is in favor of this road
closing, and stated that he would also suggest that his property be zoned
residential.
D) Fred Joyce, representing the owner of the 16 acre tract of land known as
University Park, stated that they support this change.
E) Peggy Jones Nichols of 212 Bethel School Road states that she feels that the road
is presently unsafe. She stated that she felt that she needs a little more time to
make a judgement on this issue, stating that she had not received any information
on this issue previous to April.
F)Bill Thompson of 7027 Hunters Glen, University Park, states that he is favor of
the development of the cul-de-sac.
G) Mike Daniel with Nathan Meir Engineers, representing Mr. Ardinger who owns
the property known as Country Estates, stated that the owner is in favor of the
proposal to eliminate Bethel School Road from the Thoroughfare Plan.
H)Kay Verheul of 204 Bethel School Road stated that she would like to see a traffic
count on Bethel Road and Bethel School Road.
I) Tim House, representing a developer, stated that they feel this road adjustment
is needed and are therefore in favor of it.
There were no other citizens who wished to speak. Mayor Wolfe closed the Public Heating.
Acting Fire Chief Richard Terry came forward to address the Council on the subject of existing
routes the Fire Station uses. Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon moved to direct Staff to prepare the
necessary documentation to amend the Thoroughfare Plan to allow for the cul-de-sacing of
Bethel School Road where it comes into Bethel Road. Councilman Morton seconded the motion.
The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas,
Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 18 Consideration and approval of a preliminary plat request for Northridge Addition,
located at the northwest corner of Sandy Lake Road and Heartz Road, at the
request of D.R. Horton, applicant.
This is the preliminary plat for Northridge which is being considered for a zoning change, with
the Public Hearing being held open until June 11, 1991; therefore, Councilman Morton moved
to deny the preliminary plat request for Northridge Addition, located at the northwest corner of
Sandy Lake Road and Heartz Road. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon seconded the motion. The
motion to deny 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 Consideration and approval of a preliminary plat request for Wynnpage Addition,
located approximately 1,400 feet south of Sandy Lake Road and 200 feet west of
Denton Tap Road, at the request of Siepiela Interests.
Planning and Community Services Director made a presentation to Council. He stated that all
drainage issues would be resolved prior to the final plat being brought forward to Council.
Councilman Thomas moved to approve the preliminary plat request for Wynnpage Addition,
located approximately 1,400 feet south of Sandy Lake Road and 200 feet west of Denton Tap
Road, with the following conditions: (1) 9,000 square foot minimum on Block A, lots 15-27
(along the western boundary), 8,450 square foot lot minimum on Block A, lots 13 and 14,
remaining lots 7,400 square foot minimum (2) 75' minimum lot width for Block A, lots 19-27,
remaining lots - 66' minimum lot width (3) minimum side yard - 8' (4) minimum rear yard
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- 20' (5) minimum front yard - 25' (6) minimgm size of structures - 1,850 square feet (7)
maximum height of structures - 1 story on B10c1~ A;~ii>ts 13-27, remaining lots - 2 story (8) -
screening - a) 8' wooden screening fence (with metal posts and caps) along the western
boundary, b) 6' masonry screening fence on southern boundary (along Block A; lots 13-17), c)
6' wooden screening on Block A, lots 5-12 d) 6' masonry screening fence along the eastern and
northeastern residential boundary (9) provide landscaping along the southern side of southern
masonry fence (10) establish a homeowners association to maintain screening fences and ail
common areas (11) landscaping to be provided as shown on plans (12) the preliminary and
final plat must be submitted along with acceptable drainage plans (13) Maximum number of
lots - 78. Councilman 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 Proposal for the study and comparison of Personnel Policies and Practices for the
City of Coppell.
Mayor Wolfe pointed out that one of the items which the City of Coppell had proposed be in
this study had not been included in the proposal from Dr. Paul Geisel, this item being a review
of job minimum standards. He stated that it is estimated that the cost for a legal review of the
finished product could be in the neighborhood of $1,500 - $2,000, and that this cost is not
included in the scope of the work to be conducted by Dr. Geisel. Assistant City
Manager/Personnel Director Vivyon Bowman made a presentation to Council. He stated that
this study to be conducted by Dr. Geisel will complete the survey of City employees and a
comparison of other cities, but will not include making any revisions to existing policies.
Council stated that they will address the issue of making revisions when that point is reached.
Councilman Morton moved to approve a study and comparison of Personnel Policies and
Practices for the City of Coppell to be conducted by Dr. Paul Geisel of the School of Urban and
Public Affairs of the University of Texas at Arlington. 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.
Item 21 Discussion and consideration of amending the City of Coppell Personnel Policy
relating to probationary employees and their use of personal leave benefits.
Acting Fire Chief Richard Terry made the presentation to Council. He explained that there have
been some questions on the interpretations of some of the policies which apply to use of personal
leave for promoted and transferred personnel and asked Council for clarification in wording to
clear up these questions. Councilman Nelson moved that Staff amend the City of Coppell
Personnel Policy to reflect that the probational periods for "promoted" or "transferred"
employees is for performance only and the "promoted" or "transferred" employee be allowed
to utilize existing benefits. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion. The motion carried 7-0
with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Cowman,
Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 22 Discussion and consideration of approving a contract with Jensen~Oldani and
Associates, Inc. to conduct an executive search for a City Engineer.
Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon moved to table this item. Councilman Morton seconded the
motion. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver,
Thomas, Morton, Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
Item 23 Discussion and consideration of developing a method and process of recognizing
citizens who contribute to community activities, projects, and the general quality
of life in Coppell.
Mayor Wolfe stated that he feels there is a need for some sort of consistent recognition for
citizens' groups, along with recognition of employees of the City. He asked if there would be
any of the Council who would be willing to serve in this capacity. Councilman Robertson and
Councilman Nelson agreed to serve on this committee. Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon moved
the appoint a committee to develop a method for consistent recognition of citizens or employees
of the City, with Councilman Robertson and Councilman Nelson to serve on the committee.
Councilman Morton seconded the moti0nJ ~h~'~Otion 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 Acceptance of resignation of Klm Brooks from the Economic and Business
Development Board and consideration of appointing a replacement.
Councilman Morton moved to accept the resignation of Kim Brooks from the Economic and
Business Development Board and appoint Jim Garrison to serve on this Board. Councilman
Weaver seconded the motion. The motion carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and
Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion and
Councilman Cowman voting against the motion.
Item 25 Mayor's Report
A) Mayor Wolfe reported that during the course of a meeting with industrial land owners,
a recommendation had come forward that a task force be formed to take a look at issues
in relation to the land owners and the City. The Coppell Chamber of Commerce will be
instigating this task force, and it was requested that two Council Members serve on this
committee. The consensus of Council was to allow volunteers Mayor Pro Tem
Smothermon and Councilman Morton to serve on the committee.
B) Mayor Wolfe reminded those present that the mid-year budget will be considered
Thursday, May 16, 1991 at 6:30 p.m.
C) Mayor Wolfe reported that there would be a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday, May 20,
1991 at 10:00 a.m. for Beltline East/West on the bridge between Coppell and
Carrollton.
D) Mayor Wolfe reported that the Texas Municipal League dinner is being sponsored by
Farmers Branch and will be held at Brookhaven Country Club, $25 per person on May
30, 1991. Each council member who attends will have to pay for their dinner.
E) Mayor Wolfe reported that he will be signing a Resolution for "Buckle Up America"
week, an item which came in too late to include on the Agenda for this meeting.
F) Mayor Wolfe reminded those present that the Coppell Chamber of Commerce will be
conducting a Trade Fair on May 25, 1991. As of today, 43 businesses have signed up
to participate in this.
G) Councilman Cowman reported that there are some trees on the median in front of ReMax
which obstruct vision.
H) Councilman Cowman asked if there were something which could be done to replace trees
in medians which have died. He asked Staff to bring back a recommendation to remedy
this situation. Public Works Director Steve Goram stated that this is a line item which
will be proposed for next year's budget.
I) Councilman Weaver asked Staff to consider the stop signs on Mockingbird, with the view
of perhaps removing some of the signs.
J) Councilman Morton wished to commend Parks and Recreation Manager Rick Wieland
for his professionalism in his presentation to NTCOG Park Grant Review Committee,
asking that a commendation be placed in his personnel file.
K) Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon asked Staff to check on the status of the maintenance of
the property in back of the Van Zandt home, an area which it had been determined was
the responsibility of the Highland Meadow Homeowners Association. The grass is
getting quite high and needs to be taken care of. It was reported that the ordinance
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clarifying high grass and weeds is still being worked on. Until such time as this
ordinance is completed, discretion is being used when writing tickets for high weeds and
grass.
L) Councilman Weaver stated that the area East of Town Hall needs to be mowed. He
asked Staff if the City has the right to mow an area which is left unattended and then
assess the property owners. Staff stated that there are no funds in the present budget at
this time to undertake a project such as this. Council requested that this be considered
as a supplemental item in the mid-year budget.
M) Councilman Robertson stated that funds (approximately $6,700- $7,000) had been given
to the parks general funds. The intent of the sponsors of the drive which collected and
donated the money to the Parks was to have the funds earmarked for Robert Leathers
Playground Equipment. The funds were placed in a general donation fund. Councilman
Robertson asked for consensus of Council to have the funds earmarked for the
playground equipment. Original consensus of Council was to do this, but during later
discussion, it was decided that this should go to the Park Board for review and
recommendation.
Item 26 LIAISON REPORTS
A) ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR TOWN CENTER
There was no report at this time.
B) CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
C) COPPELL HISTORIC DISTRICT
Councilman Thomas reported that a report has not been received from the
IRS which would make them a tax-exempt organization. He stated that
the committee is working on an ordinance to bring forward. They have
some concern on the church building and are making concerted efforts to
contact the owner of the building to inform them of the committee's
intention to include the church in the historical area.
D) DCAD
There was no report at this time.
E) ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOARD
There was no report at this time.
F) FINANCE
G) LIBRARY
Councilman Weaver stated that the Library Board has been reviewing
architects for the library building and will be coming forward with a
recommendation soon.
H) METROCREST RED RIBBON CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE (DRUG
AWARENESS)
Councilman Cowman stated that the committee has requested that a school
administrator or PTA liaison be involved in this Red Ribbon Committee.
The next meeting will be June 12 at the Carrollton City Hall. He
informed Council that the campaign this year will run from October 19
through October 27.
I) MUD ABSORPTION
Councilman Nelson stated that the City had presented their sewer and
water plans and discussed the manhole covers which are being put in place
during the course of the last MUD meeting.
J) NCTCOG
was no report at this time. /
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K) PARK J
Councilman Thomas asked that the Park Board be allowed to discuss the
funds earmarked for the playground equipment which were discussed
earlier in the evening. He stated that signage for the Andy Brown Park
will be brought forward to a Council meeting soon.
L) RECYCLING COMMITTEE
There was no report at this time.
M) SCHOOL
Councilman Robertson stated that the summer recreation program will go
from the middle of June through the middle of August.
N) DATA PROCESSING COMMITTEE
Councilman Weaver stated that a summary of recommendations from the ,.~
Data Processing Committee would be included in the packet for mid-year
budget.
CONSENT AGENDA
Item 27 A. Consideration, discussion and acceptance of resolution recognizing the
Coppell Chamber of Commerce Trade Fair, and waiving fees, permits,
application charges and other City requirements normally necessitated for
permanent events, on Trade Fair Day, May 25, 1991.
B. Consideration and approval of award of bid to Regional Uniform and
Supply for purchase of body armor in the amount of approximately
$14,158.83.
C. Consideration of awarding bid from George/McKenna Electrical
Contractors, Inc., to provide installation of lighting system for two multi-
purpose fields at Andrew Brown Park in the amount of $78,991.00.
D.Consideration and approval to reject all bids received for Bid No. Q0491-
03 "Soccer Fields at Andrew Brown Park."
approval of a final plat request for Pecan Valley ~
E.
Consideration
and
Addition, located approximately 600 feet north of Sandy Lake Road along
the east side of Lodge Road, at the request of Everfine/Gateway
Partnership.
F. Consideration and approval of a final plat request for Pecan Ridge Estates
Addition, located at the northwest comer of Sandy Lake Road, and Lodge
Road, at the request of Everfine/Gateway Partnership.
G. Consideration and approval of a final plat request for Coppell Road
Elementary School Addition, located approximately 1,350 feet south of
Sandy Lake Road along the east side of Coppell Road, at the request of
Coppell Independent School District.
Councilman Morton moved to approve Consent Agenda Items 27A (Resolution g051491.1), 27B,
27C, 27D, 27E, 27F and 27G. Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon seconded the motion. The motion
f'-' carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton,
~ Cowman, Robertson and Nelson voting in favor of the motion.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Item ES 5 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. Coppell/Grapevine Boundary
2. J. Thompson Sandy Lake Road Property
3. North Lake Park
4. Bethel Cemetery
5. Tax Abatement
6. Botello Case
7. Don Jones
8. Indemnification Agreement
B. Article 6252-17, Section 2 (g) discussion concerning personnel.
1. City Manager
2. Coppell Woman of the Year
3. Kim Brooks - Economic Development Board
4. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tern
C. Article 6252-17, Section (f) discussion concerning the negotiating position
of the City with respect to agreements involving interests in land and the
value of real property.
1. Landfill
2. PID and Legislation
The City Council convened into Executive Session at 10:07 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 1991 as
allowed under the above stated articles. Mayor Wolfe adjourned the Executive Session and
opened the Regular Session at 11:29 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned.
Marl~ Wolfe, MayoW
ATTEST:
Dorothy Tim mo s~t'--, Ch3r~Secretary