CM 1994-06-14 MINUTES OF JUNE 14, 1994
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, June 14,
1994 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard,
Coppell, Texas. The following members were present:
Tom Morton, Mayor
Ron Robertson, Mayor Pro Tem ---,
Norm Alexander, Councilmember
Flo McFadden Stably, Councilmember
Danny L. Watson, Councilmember
Mitch Reitman, Councilmember
Candy Sheehan, Councilmember
Councilmember Lanny Mayo was absent from the meeting. Also present were City Manager
Jim Witt, Acting City Secretary Linda Grau and City Attorney Robert Dillard.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
1. Call to order
Mayor Morton called the meeting to order and adjourned into Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
2. Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code - Personnel Matters.
1. Review of City Manager
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 6:07 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 6:24 p.m. and opened the Work
Session.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session
A. Neighborhood Integrity Ordinance
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Reconvene Regular Session
5. Invocation
Councilmember Reitman led the Invocation by asking for those present to join in a moment of
silence.
6. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Morton led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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At this time Item 28 was considered. See Item 28 below for minutes.
7. Citizen's Appearances
A. Chuck Sturges, 132 Newport Drive, expressed his support and appreciation for City
Manager Jim Witt.
.__ B. Leslie Fetchen, 733 Cardinal Lane, Chairman of the "Half a Cent Makes Sense"
Committee, addressed the Council concerning the half cent sales tax.
C. Pat Moriarty, 156 Meadowglen Circle, spoke to Council regarding modification of the
Building Ordinance.
D. Kathleen Roach, 444 Cooper Lane, along with many City Employees, presented a
Proclamation to City Manager Jim Witt expressing the Staff's appreciation for his
contributions to the City.
CONSENT AGENDA
8. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: May 17, 1994
May 24, 1994
B. Consideration and approval of a Proclamation naming the week of
June 5, 1994 as NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
C. Consideration and approval of a Resolution appointing the City's
Election Judge and Alternate Judge for a Sales Tax Election to be held
Saturday, August 13, 1994 and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
D. Consideration and approval of authorizing a reimbursement to
Blooming Colors Nursery and Landscaping, Inc. in the amount of
$204.00 for the difference in cost from a 12" water line to a 10" water
line in accordance with the Subdivision Ordinance.
E. Consideration and approval of f'mal acceptance of the soccer field
lighting project, located at Andrew Brown, Jr. Community Park, West,
and to approve payment of $3,983 for retainage funds to Dean Electric,
Inc.
F. Consideration and approval of awarding Bid Q-0494-01 to Dean
Electric, Inc. for the construction and installation of lighting for two
baseball fields located at Coppell Middle School, west campus off
Wrangler Road, in the amount of $53,000.
G. Consideration and approval of awarding Bid Q-0494-03 for purchase of
water/wastewater system materials to Industrial International, Inc. of
Dallas, Texas, in the amount of $27,475.11 and Metro Valve and Pipe
of Dallas, Texas, in the amount of $21,110.76 for a total not to exceed
$48,585.87.
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H. Consideration and approval of an ordinance abandoning a portion of
a floodway easement on Lot 7, Block A Cottonwood Estates (149)
Cottonwood Drive) in exchange for dedication of a drainage easement
to the City of Coppell and entering into an agreement for the property
owner to construct an enclosed drainage system and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
I. Consideration and approval of an ordinance annexing 1.06 acres of land
located along the west side of Denton Tap Road and generally north of
Highland Road in Lewisville, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
J. Consideration and approval of an ordinance annexing 3.79 acres of land
located along the north side of East Beltline Road, in close proximity to
our existing eastern City Limit line, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
K. Consideration and appointment of Friedman & Associates as special
counsel for the City of CoppeH in the Robinson, Kamwell Inc., and
Lone Star Country Club, Inc. claim.
L. Consideration of a variance from Section 10-5-3 A and B of the Coppell
Sign Ordinance which addresses allowable areas and projection for
attached signage. This request is made by Chandler Signs on behalf of
the Blockbuster Video being constructed at Riverchase Plaza Shopping
Center to allow two attached signs totaling 695 sq. ft. or a variance of
555 sq. ft. over the allowable area. The applicant also requests a 6"
variance to increase the allowable projection from 18" to 2'-0" from the
face of the building.
M. Consideration of a variance from Section 10-8-4 of the Coppell Sign
ordinance which addresses the requirement for a building permit or
utility construction permit to be issued prior to allowance of a
temporary construction sign advertising the coming of a new business.
This request is made by Mr. John L. Schoenthaler on behalf of "Kids
R Kids" for lots D and E of the Riverchase Shopping Center, a tract
located on the south side of Riverchase Drive approximately 400 ft. east
of South MacArthur Blvd.
N. Consideration and approval of White Glove Express, Final Plat, located
along the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 930 feet north
of Vanbebber Road, at the request of Mr. Lenny Poulsen.
O. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell,
Texas, amending Chapter 8, Section 8-3-5C1, to prohibit parking,
standing or storage of any truck, trailer, bus, or other recreational
vehicle over thirty-three (33') in length; providing a repealing clause;
providing a severability clause; providing a savings clause; providing a
penalty of fine not to exceed the sum of two hundred ($200.00) dollars
for each offense; and providing an effective date, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
P. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell,
Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coppell, Texas,
to comply with State Law §252.021 and §252.048 of the Texas Local
Government Code, by amending Section 1-5-6 to authorize the City
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Manager to contract for expenditures without approval of the City
Council for budgeted items not to exceed the sum of Fifteen thousand
dollars ($15,000.00), and to approve change orders not to exceed Fifteen
thousand dollars ($15,000.00) without approval of the City Council;
providing a repealing clause; providing a severability clause; and
providing an effective date; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Item 8 L was pulled for further consideration.
Items 8 A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, M, N, O and P --
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Items 8 A, B, C carrying Resolution No.
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carrying Ordinance No. 94642, K, M, N, O carrying Ordinance No. 94653 and P carrying
Ordinance No. 94654. Councilmember Watson seconded the motion; the motion carded 6-0
with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stably, Watson, Reitman, and
Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Item 8 L --
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Walter Finninger, representing Blockbuster Video, 3608 Cedar Lane, Farmers Branch, addressed
the Council regarding the design of the sign in question. Jack Milner, part-owner of Blockbuster
Video also made a presentation to the Council. After lengthy discussion, Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson moved to approve Blockbuster Video request of the sign ordinance and allow a
variance of the sign to fill between the pillars on each side of the building of approximately 40
feet and to reduce the tom-ticket emblem in the center to a 50-square foot maximum.
Councilmember Sheehan seconded the motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, and Sheehan voting in favor 'of the
motion, and Councilmember Reitman voting against the motion.
9. Discussion and consideration of appointing a Councilmember as Liaison to the
Cable Review Board.
Councilmember Watson moved to appoint Councilmember Reitman to serve on the Cable
Review Board. Councilmember Stahly seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor
Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan
voting in favor of the motion.
10. Presentation by Judge Marian Moseley on state of our Court.
Judge Marian Moseley addressed the Council regarding the status of the Court activities for the
past year.
11. Consideration and appointment of citizen to the Housing Task Force.
Councilmember Stahly moved to appoint Chuck Sturges and Patrick Keenan to the Housing Task
Force. Councilmember Reitman seconded the motion; the motion carded 6-0 with Mayor Pro
Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting
in favor of the motion.
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12. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change request from C (Commercial) to
PD-SF-9, (Planned Development-Single Family-9), PD-132, MacArthur Park
Addition, located along the east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard and
along the north side of Denton Creek, at the request of Vista Properties, Inc.
Councilmember Reitman filed a Conflict of Interest with the City Secretary and abstained from
discussion or voting on this item. At this time the Council adjourned into Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 8:44 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 8:48 p.m. and opened the Regular
Session, continuing with Item 12.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Frank Stitch, 607 Hood Drive, made a statement to the
Council regarding hike and bike trails. Truman Edminster, with Carter & Burgess, 7950
Elmbrook, Dallas, addressed the Council on behalf of the Applicant. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson
moved to close the Public Hearing and approve thc zoning change from C (Commercial) to PD-
SF-9 located along thc east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard, north side of Denton Creek.
Councilmember Watson seconded the motion; the motion carded 5-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, and Sheehan voting in favor of the
motion. Councilmember Reitman rejoined the Council after the vote.
13. To consider approval of MacArthur Park Addition, Preliminary Plat, located
along the east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard and along the north side
of Denton Creek, at the request of Vista Properties, Inc.
Councilmember Reitman filed a Conflict of Interest with the City Secretary and abstained from
discussion or voting on this item. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services,
made a presentation to the Council. Truman Edminster, with Carter & Burgess, 7950
Elmbrook, Dallas, addressed the Council on behalf of the Applicant. Dennis Winzeler with
Vista Properties, 5950 Berkshire Lane, Dallas, spoke to Council regarding a bike trail on
property owned by Vista Properties. Mike Whitted, 600 DeForest, expressed concern regarding
some aspects of the hike and bike trail. At this time the Council adjourned into Executive
Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 9:12 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 9:17 p.m. and opened the Regular
Session, continuing with Item 13.
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REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
At this time Council took a short break in the meeting and thereafter resumed continuing with
Item 13.
After lengthy discussion, Councilmember Watson moved to approve MacArthur Park Addition,
Preliminary Plat, located along the east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard and along the
north side of Denton Creek with the following conditions: 1) all conditions apply for a PD
zoning; 2) sight visibility easements are indicated along MacArthur; 3) all required easements
are shown on the face of the plat; 4) erosion control protection will be provided where needed;
5) streetscape requirements are met; 6) there be an East and West Flamingo Way; 7) a notation
being placed on the plat indicating an off-site hike-and-bike trail to be constructed at the
Applicant's expense contiguous to the northern and western boundaries of the plat subject to the
design approval of the City Engineer; and 8) an access easement will be provided without
improvements along the south side of Denton Creek adjacent to Lots 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14 and
15 west of MacArthur and Lots 33, 34 and 35 east of MacArthur. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson
seconded the motion; the motion carried 5-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Stably, Watson, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Councilmember Reitman rejoined the Council after the vote.
14. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change, Case #ZC-559(CH) from 2F-9, MF-2
and LI to any appropriate zoning district classification, including, but not
limited to, SF-7, SF-9, SF-12, SF-18, SF-ED, 2F-9, MF-1 and/or LI, on
approximately 140 acres of land located along the west side of Coppell Road,
along the north and south side of Ruby Road.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson filed a Conflict of Interest with the City Secretary and abstained from
discussion or voting on this item. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services,
made a presentation to the Council indicating that this item would require a 3/4 vote and with
the absence of Councilmember Mayo and conflict of Mayor Pro Tem Robertson, there could be
no vote on this matter at this meeting; and that the Applicant had asked to have the hearing
continued until the June 28, 1994 City Council meeting. Mayor Morton opened the Public
Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against this proposal. There were none.
He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of this proposal. Barbara Schmidt,
125 Whispering Hills Drive; Mary Evelyn Mobly, 709 South Coppell Road; Ann McNear, 456
W. Bethel; and Barbara Bailey, 232 Plantation all spoke in favor of a LI zoning. Mayor Morton
indicated that the Public Hearing would be held open and continued until the June 28, 1994 City
Council Meeting.
15. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change, Case #ZC-553(CH) from TH-l,
MF-1 and MF-2 to any appropriate zoning district classification, including,
but not limited to, SF-7, SF-9, SF-12, SF-18, SF-ED, MF-1 and/or O, on
approximately 50 acres of land located on two tracts, Tract A located along
the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, north of the TU Electric right-of-way
line on a total of approximately 30 acres of land. Tract B, approximately 20
acres, is located along the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, approximately
500 feet north of Riverchase Drive and southeast of the TU electric right-of-
way line; more particularly described in the Dallas County Records as
Abstract #1442; tracts 2.2, 6.1, 1, and 5.1.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. Art Hewett, 8440 Walnut Hill Lane, and Dennis Winzeler, representing Vista
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Properties, Inc., 5950 Berkshire Lane, spoke against the proposal. He then asked for those
persons wishing to speak in favor of this proposal. Pat Keenan, 412 Wellington; Pat Moriarty,
156 Meadowglen Circle; Paul Shea, 259 Tealwood Drive; Chuck Sturges, 132 Newport Drive;
and Barbara Bailey, 232 Plantation spoke in favor of this zoning change. Councilmember Stahly
requested that this item be divided and that Tract A and Tract B be discussed and acted upon
separately, with Tract B being discussed first. Mr. Sieb informed the Council that written
opposition had been received on this item and that a 3/4 vote would be required to change the
zoning. Councilmember Stahly moved to close the Public Hearing as to Tract B and maintain
the zoning of MF-2 on Tract B, being approximately 20 acres located on the east side of
MacArthur Boulevard approximately 500 feet north of Riverchase Drive and southeast of the TU
Electric Right-of-Way Line. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson seconded the motion; the motion
carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stably, Watson,
and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Reitman voting against the
motion. Councilmember Stahly moved to hold the Public Hearing open on Tract A and take the
matter under advisement until August 9, 1994 and that a moratorium on construction be placed
on Tract A until August 9, 1994. Councilmember Sheehan seconded the motion; the motion
carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stably, Watson,
Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
16. To consider approval of an ordinance for Case #ZC-553(CH) to change the
zoning from TH-I, 1VIF-1 and MF-2 to any appropriate zoning district
classification, including, but not limited to, SF-7, SF-9, SF-12, SF-18, SF-ED,
MF-1 and/or O, on approximately 50 acres of land located on two tracts,
Tract A located along the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, north of the TU
Electric right-of-way line on a total of approximately 30 acres of land. Tract
B, approximately 20 acres, is located along the east side of MacArthur
Boulevard, approximately 500 feet north of Riverchase Drive and southeast
of the TU Electric right-of-way line; more particularly described in the Dallas
County Records as Abstract #1442; tracts 2.2, 6.1, 1 and 5.1, and authorizing ---
the Mayor to sign.
This item was not considered.
17. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change, Case #ZC-562(CI-D, as outlined by
Section 44-2 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance. Section 44-2 regulates any
amendment, supplement, or change to the boundaries of zoning districts. This
public hearing has been called to consider a change in zoning from LI (Light
Industrial) and R (Retail) to any appropriate zoning district classification,
including, but not limited to, SF-7, SF-9, SF-12, SF-18, SF-ED, HC, FP
and/or MF-1. The property is generally described as follows: containing
approximately 200 acres and located east of Highway 121 and north of Denton
Creek, extending east to the property commonly known as the "Magnolia
Property," north to the Coppell city limit line, and as shown on the attached
map.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public I-Iearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. Patrick Keenan, 412 Wellington; Pat Moriarty, 156 Meadowglen Circle; Robert
Payne, 4316 Arcody Street, Dallas; and Roy Wilshire, 12660 Coit Road, Dallas spoke against
this zoning change. The Mayor then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of this
proposal. There were none. Councilmember Reitman moved to close the Public Hearing and
not accept the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Councilmember
Watson seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and
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Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the
motion.
18. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change, Case #ZC-563(CH), as outlined by
Section 44-2 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance. Section 44-2 regulates any
amendment, supplement, or change to the boundaries of zoning districts. Thi.q
public hearing has been called to consider a change in zoning from R (Retail)
and TH-2 (Town House-2) to any appropriate zoning district classification,
including, but not limited to, SF-7, SF-9, SF-12, SF-18, SF-ED, and/or R (at
the corner of Sandy Lake and Coppell Roads). The property is generally
described as follows: containing approximately 15 acres and located at the
east intersection of Thweatt and Coppell Roads, and as shown on the attached
map.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Chuck Sturges, 132 Newport Drive; Pat Keenan, 412 Wellington; Barbara Bailey
232 Plantation; Gary Embrey, 267 Winding Hollow and Pat Atkins, with Tipton Engineering
representing Jim Sowell Construction Company, 6330 Beltline Road spoke in favor of this
zoning change. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case
#ZC-565 (CH), as outlined by Section 44-2 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance, being
approximately 15 acres located at the northeast intersection of Thweatt and Coppell Roads to be
rezoned to SF-7 and 1 acre at the intersection of Thweatt and Coppell Roads to retain its R
(Retail) zoning. Councilmember Reitman seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, Mayo,
and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
19. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change, Case #ZC-564(CH), as outlined by
Section 44-2 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance. Section 4402 regulates any
amendment, supplement, or change to the boundaries of zoning districts. This
public hearing has been called to consider a change in zoning from C
(Commercial) to any appropriate zoning district classification, including, but
not limited to, SF-7, SF-9, SF-12, SF-18, and/or SF-ED. The property is
generally described as follows: containing approximately 5 acres and located
north of WynnPage subdivision and west of Lone Star Gas utility line, and as
shown on the attached map.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Chuck Sturges, 132 Newport Drive; Pat Keenan, 412 Wellington; Paul Shea, 259
Tealwood Drive spoke in favor of this zoning change. Councilmember Alexander moved to
close the Public Hearing and approve Case #ZC-564(CH) on approximately 5 acres of land
located north of WynnPage subdivision and west of Lone Star Gas utility line from C
(Commercial) to SF-9 (Single-Family-9). Councilmember Reitman seconded the motion; the
motion carded 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly,
Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
20. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a zoning change, Case #ZC-565(CI-I), as outlined by
Section 44-2 of the Coppell Zoning Ordinance. Section 44-2 regulates any
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amendment, supplement, or change to the boundaries of zoning districts. This
public hearing has been called to consider a change in zoning from C
(Commercial) to O (Office). The property is generally described as follows:
containing approximately 10 acres and located at the northwest corner of
Denton Tap Road and Bethel School Road, and as shown on the attached
map.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council
and announced that written opposition had been received on this item, requiring a 3/4 vote to -'"
change the zoning on this property. Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for
those persons wishing to speak against this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those
persons wishing to speak in favor of this proposal. Pat Keenan, 412 Wellington; Paul Shea, 259
Tealwood Dr.; and Barbara Bailey, 232 Plantation, spoke in favor of this zoning change. Mayor
Pro Tern Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case #ZC-565(CH)
changing the zoning from C (Commercial) to O (Office). Councilmember Sheehan seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander,
Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
At this time Council took a short break in the meeting.
21. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of ZC-566, zoning change from A to SF-12, located
approximately 3/10 mile east of MacArthur, along the north side of DeForest
Road, at the request of Beamer Development, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Mayor Morton then closed the Public Hearing. Mayor
Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve ZC-566, zoning change
from A to SF-12, located approximately 3/10 mile east of MacArthur, along the north side of
DeForest Road. Councilmember Reitman seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and
Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
22. To consider approval of The Estates of Cambridge Manor Addition, Final
Plat, located approximately 1,600 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, along the
north side of DeForest Road, at the request of Beamer Development.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve the final plat of The Estates of Cambridge Manor
Addition, located approximately 1,600 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, along the north side
of DeForest Road with the following conditions: 1) all easements to be shown on face of the
plat; 2) the 100-year flood plain be clearly indicated; 3) escrow be provided for improvement
to DeForest Road; and 4) the required hike-and-bike trail be shown on the face of the plat and
subject to the design approval of the City Engineer. Councilmember Reitman seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander,
Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Shechan voting in favor of the motion.
23. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of a text amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance, allowing the operation of on-premise management structures, in
the LI (Light Industrial) zoning district; Section 30-12.
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Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Mayor Morton then closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Reitman moved to approve a text amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance, allowing the operation of on-premise management structures, in the LI (Light
Industrial) zoning district; Section 30-12. Councilmember Watson seconded the motion; the
motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stably,
.__ Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
24. Consideration and approval of an ordinance approving changes to the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, addressing the operation of on-premise
management structures in the LI (Light Industrial) district and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Ordinance No. 91500-A-56 approving changes to
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, addressing the operation of on-premise management
structures in the LI (Light Industrial) district and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember
Alexander seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Stably, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the
motion.
25. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of S-1075, Special Use Permit request for Valley Ranch
Self Storage, to change the zoning from LI (Light Industrial) to LI S.U.P.
(Light Industrial, Special Use Permit) to allow the operation of an on-site
management facility, located along the south side of Beltline, 1,320 feet east
of MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of Robert H. Goss and Robert D.
Blacketer.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Mayor Morton then closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Reitman moved to approve S-1075, Special Use Permit request for Valley Ranch
Self Storage, to change the zoning from LI (Light Industrial) to LI S.U.P. (Light Industrial,
Special Use Permit) to allow the operation of an on-site management facility, located along the
south side of Beltline, 1,320 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard with the following conditions:
1) site plan; 2) total building area not to exceed 66,450 sq. ft.; 3) ten building maximum; 4)
landscaping meet Streetscape Guidelines; 5) office/quarters building be constructed as shown on
elevations; 6) screening around property be constructed as shown on the site plan; and 7) all
applicable codes of the City be met. Councilmember Stahly seconded the motion; the motion
carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson,
Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
26. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of the Third Replat of Valley Ranch Plaza, Pads B-E,
located at the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road,
at the request of Winkelmann & Associates, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Mayor Morton then closed the Public Hearing. Mayor
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Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve the Third Replat of Valley
Ranch Plaza, Pads B-E, located at the southwest comer of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline
Road, with the following conditions: 1) an extension of the 25-foot fire lane and access easement
shown on Pad "E" needs to be extended north across Pad "D"; 2) an extension of the 25-foot
easement shown on Pad "C" needs to be extended across Pad "B"; 3) escrow for Beltline Road
is required; 4) a shared access easement letter needs to be procured from the property owner on
the west; 5) access to Pad "G" needs to be resolved; and 6) the site plan for Pad "E" needs to
minimize the potential hazardous intersection at MacArthur. Councilmember Alexander
seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and _...
Councilmembers Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the
motion.
27. PUBLIC HEARING:
To consider approval of S-1080, Special Use Permit, to change the zoning
from LI (Light Industrial) to LI S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit)
to allow the operation of Schlotzsky's Restaurant on property located near the
southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road, at the request
of Winkelmann & Associates, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Eugene Middleton, representing Winkelmann & Associates, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak against
this proposal. There were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Mayor Morton then closed the Public Hearing. Mayor
Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve S-1080, Special Use
Permit, to change the zoning from LI (Light Industrial) to LI S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special
Use Permit) to allow the operation of Schlotzsky's Restaurant on property located near the
southwest comer of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road. Councilmember Sheehan seconded
the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers
Alexander, Stahly, Watson, Reitman, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
28. Necessary Action resulting from Executive Session.
Mayor Morton stated that the Council was very pleased with and wholeheartedly supported the
job being done by City Manager Jim Witt. Mr. Witt was cited as being a most professional,
dedicated and caring individual.
29. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Morton announced that our City now has representation on the Dallas County
Regional Mobility Coalition which makes recommendations to the Texas Highway
Department on all major highway projects in the Dallas area.
B. Mayor Morton stated that he and City Officials from the surrounding Cities had attended
a meeting regarding Highway 121 and the new Sports Arena at MacArthur and North
Spine Road.
30. Liaison Reports.
Economic and Business Development Board -- Councilmember Reitman announced that he had
attended a meeting and that a Cleaner Task Force Meeting had been held earlier on June 14,
1994.
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Park Board -- Councilmember Watson stated that the Park Board held a meeting on June 13,
1994 and that the City is eligible for some grants.
Office on Aging -- Councilmember Stahly attended an Office on Aging meeting and announced
that a golf tournament was being held and was looking for sponsorship opportunities. The
Office on Aging is looking for nominations for board members.
YMCA -- Councilmember Stahly stated that the response to all of the summer programs had
.--_ been great.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned.
Tom Morton, Mayor
ATTEST:
Linda Grau, Acting City Secretary
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