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CM 1993-02-23 MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 23, 1993 The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, February 23, 1993 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas. The following members were present: Bill Smothermon, Mayor Pro Tem Peyton Weaver, Councilman --, David Thomas, Councilman Tom Morton, Councilman Ron Robertson, Councilman Jim Garrison, Councilman Mayor Wolfe and Lanny Mayo, Councilman, were absent from the meeting. Also present were City Manager Alan D. Ratliff, City Secretary Dorothy Timmons and City Attorney Peter G. Smith. REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public) 1. Call to order Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon called the meeting to order. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon adjourned the Regular Session and opened the Executive Session. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public) 2. Convene Executive Session (Items marked with (*) are not scheduled for "Regular Session" discussion or consideration.) 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. D/FW Negotiations (Item//9) Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon convened into Executive Session at 6:04 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated article. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon adjourned the Executive Session at 6:35 and opened the Work Session. WORK SESSION (Open to thepublic) 3. Convene Work Session A. Corridor Development Certificate Manual (CDC) (Item//12) B. Discussion of Agenda Items REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public) 4. Reconvene Regular Session CM022393 Page 1 of 6 5. Invocation Councilman Garrison led those present in the Invocation. 6. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon announced that there will be a hearing on the Senate Bill regarding D/FW Airport on March 1, 1992 between 9:00 and 9:30 a.m. in Austin, Texas in Committee Room 4, One Capitol Square. The City of Grapevine is paying for buses to go to Austin all this week. The buses leave at 5:30 a.m. at Grapevine Convention Center and return around 9:00 p.m. for anyone who would like to go. 7. Consider approval of minutes: February 9, 1993 Councilman Morton moved to approve the minutes of February 9, 1993 as submitted. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. Consent Agenda was considered at this time. See Item 20 for minutes. 8. Consideration of approving an ordinance appointing J. Todd Bender and Stephen Bryan to the Advisory Board of the Coppell Gateway Public Improvement District and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilman Thomas made comments concerning their Catellus PID meeting and introduced Mr. Bender to the Council. Todd Bender of Catellus Development made comments to the Council concerning their development plans. Councilman Morton moved to accept the resignation of T. Weldon Davis and Wayland Threadgill and to approve the ordinance carrying Ordinance No. 93593 appointing J. Todd Bender and Stephen Bryan to the Advisory Board of the Coppell Gateway Public Improvement District. Councilman Weaver seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. 9. Discussion and consideration of appropriating and paying expenses of Billy Clayton, Austin Legislative Lobbyist, to attend Coppell's March 4, 1993 Public Hearing on D/FW Airports expansion and legislative efforts. Following discussion, Councilman Morton moved to approve the expenditure of $250.00 to cover airfare and one night's lodging for Bill Clayton to attend the Public Hearing on March 4, 1993. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion; the motion was denied 3-3 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver and Morton voting in favor of the motion and Councilmen Thomas, Robertson and Garrison voting against the motion. Councilman Robertson then moved to reconsider Item 9. Councilman Morton seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. Councilman Robertson moved to approve the expenditure of $250.00 to Mr. Clayton to attend the Public Hearing on March 4, 1993 subject to the council signing a $25,000.00 contract with Mr. Clayton, fees and expenses inclusive. Councilman Morton seconded the motion; the motion CM022393 Page 2 of 6 carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion, and Councilman Weaver voting against the motion. 10. Consideration and approval of donation in the amount of $500.00 to Coppell Celebrates, Inc. for promotion of economic development of Coppell via planned FunFest April 30th and May 1st and 2nd, 1993. Ron Pankey of Coppell Celebrates, Inc. addressed the Council regarding his corporation. Councilman Robertson moved to approve a donation in the amount of $500.00 to Coppell Celebrates, Inc. for promotion of economic development of Coppell via planned FunFest April 30th and May 1st and 2nd, 1993. Councilman Weaver seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. 11. Consideration of approving a resolution urging the Texas Transportation Commission to commence construction of the State Highway 121 bypass at the earliest possible date and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilman Weaver moved to approve a resolution carrying Resolution//022393.1 urging the Texas Transportation Commission to commence construction of the State Highway 121 bypass at the earliest possible date. Councilman Robertson seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. 12. Discussion and presentation regarding endorsement of the Corridor Development Certificate (CDC) Manual for development activities within the boundaries of the Trinity River Corridor, and directing staff to bring forward an ordinance amending the Floodplain Ordinance//87390, for adoption. Accolades were given to the Staff and Councilman Morton for work done on this project. Councilman Robertson moved to direct staff to bring forward an ordinance amending the Floodplain Ordinance #87390. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. 13. Consideration of a request for variance to Sections 10-5-3(A) and 10-5-3(B3) of the Sign Ordinance which concerns allowable areas for attached signs. This variance is being requested by Mr. Morris Salerno, Jr. for the Salerno Gibbs Station Restaurant at 125 Kimble Court. Greg Jones, Chief Building Official, made a presentation to the Council stating that Staff recommends removal of signs to comply with ordinance. Councilman Weaver moved to deny a request for variance to Sections 10-5-3(A) and 10-5-3(B3) of the Sign Ordinance which concerns allowable areas for attached signs requested by Salerno Gibbs Station Restaurant. Councilman Thomas seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. 14. Consideration of two variances from Section 10-5-2(C) of the City of Coppell Sign Ordinance regulating spacing and setbacks for detached (monument) signs. These variances are requested by Northlake Creative Learning Center, Inc., located at 924 S. Beltline Road. CM022393 Page 3 of 6 Greg Jones, Chief Building Official, made a presentation to the Council and stated that Staff recommended denying the portion of the variance regarding the setback from the front of the property and recommended supporting the variance for the setback regarding the side property line. June Chenault, owner of the Northlake Creative Learning Center, Inc., addressed the council. She stated that the new sign she was requesting a permit for would be placed in the same location as the business' present sign. Councilman Morton moved to approve both variances requested by Northlake Creative Learning Center, Inc. Councilman Robertson seconded the motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tem -- Smothermon and Councilmen Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion and Councilman Weaver voting against the motion. 15. Presentation concerning the result of a traffic signal warrants study at the intersection of Moore Road and Bethel School Road. Ken Griffin, City Engineer, made a presentation to the council. Mr. Griffin stated that the traffic warrant study did not warrant installation of a signal light. Staff will study this location again next fall; however, there are no funds budgeted for purchase of the equipment. No action was required regarding this item. 16. Consider approval of a proposal submitted by Weaver and Tidwell L.L.P. for providing consulting services regarding the City of Coppell Compensation Classification Plan. Councilman Weaver moved to deny the proposal submitted by Weaver and Tidwell for providing consulting services regarding the City of Coppell Compensation Classification Plan and to discuss this issue at the mid-year budget review. Councilman Robertson seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and _ Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. 17. Citizen's Appearance There were no citizen's who wished to address the Council. Item 20 C and D from the Consent Agent was considered at this time. See Item 20 for minutes. 18. Mayor's Report A. Councilman Thomas questioned the fact that Council approved two weeks ago to enter into a contract with a consultant and still there is no signed document. B. Councilman Robertson stated that the YMCA board meeting was held on Monday, February 22, 1993. The goal of the sustaining drive was $30,000.00 and they are at $57,000.00 or 170% of the goal at the present and are leading the region. C. Councilman Morton asked about the schedule of the traffic lights at Coppell and Bethel. It was stated that the project is under construction. D. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon stated that the City needs more City brochures as the City and the Chamber is out. CM022393 Page 4 of 6 19. Liaison Reports Park Board -- Councilman Weaver questioned the outcome of the Park Board meeting and asked if they were going to take a stand on the election. Carrollton Youth & Family Services -- Councilman Morton attended meeting and stated they were continuing to work with the police department and the first offender program. Office on Aging -- Councilman Morton attended meeting and reported that they are servicing the senior citizens of the City. NIO -- Councilman Morton attended meeting and stated they had received from their attorneys the amended NIO Ordinance and that it has been sent to the Board for review. Consent Agenda 20. A. Consideration of awarding Bid No. Q-0193-05 for soil testing services associated with the Grapevine Creek Sewer Trunk Main project Branches I and H to Maxim Engineers in the amount of $10,953.75. B. 1. Consideration of an ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas approving an amendment to the Budget for the City for the fiscal year October 1, 1992 through September 30, 1993 in the amount of $37,000 for the General Fund and $1,500.00 for the Water and Sewer Fund and authorizing the Mayor to sign. 2. Consider approval of $1,500 for newsletter regarding the public hearing on the proposed D/FW Airport expansion. C. Consider approval of a Supplemental Budget Appropriation for the Municipal Court Budget. D. Consideration for approval of an amendment to extend the Traffic Light Synchronization Grant from 12 months to 15 months due to more time needed to f'me tune the timing plans, train staff, and perform the after study and authorizing the Mayor to sign. E. 1. Consideration to exercise the option to extend contract services to provide maintenance to Class A landscaped medians with Banning Lawn and Landscapes in the amount of $22,950.00 during the 1992-93 fiscal year. 2. Consideration to exercise the option to extend contract services to provide maintenance to Class B landscaped medians and to provide services as described in Alternates//2 and//3 with Randall and Blake, Inc. in the amount of $10,695.00 during the 1992-93 fiscal year. Item 20 C and D were pulled for further consideration. Councilman Weaver moved to approve the Consent Agenda Items 20 A, B.1 carrying Ordinance No. 93594, B.2, E.1 and E.2. Councilman Robertson seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Weaver, Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion. CM022393 Page 5 of 6 Councilman Robertson moved to approve Item 20 C. Councilman Thomas seconded; the motion carried 4-2 with Councilmen Thomas, Morton, Robertson and Garrison voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilman Weaver voting against the motion. Councilman Morton moved to approve Item 20 D being the amendment to extend the Traffic Light Synchronization Grant from 12 months to 15 months due to more time needed to f'me tune the timing plans, train staff, and perform the after study. Motion died for lack of second. Further discussion was held. Brian Shewski with Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc. stated that the State can request return of their grant funds in total if the project is not completed. Councilman Morton moved to approve Item 20 D. Councilman Garrison seconded the motion; the motion carried 4-2 with Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon and Councilmen Thomas, Morton, and Garrison voting in favor of the motion and Councilmen Weaver and Robertson voting against the motion. EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public) 21. 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.* Longbranch Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon convened into Executive Session at 8:31 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated article. Mayor Pro Tem Smothermon adjourned the Executive Session at 8:59 p.m. 22. Reconvene Regular Session There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned. Mark Wo1fe, Mayor Dorothy Timmons, City Secretary CM022393 Page 6 of 6