CM 1994-12-13 MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 1994
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
December 13, 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
Danny L. WatsOn, Councilmember
Mitch Reitman, Councilmember
Lanny Mayo, Councilmember (late arrival)
Candy Sheehan, Councilmember
Also present were City Manager Jim Witt, City Secretary Linda Grau and City Attorney
Peter G. Smith.
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 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
1. Pat Walker vs City of Coppell et al.
B. Section 551-072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property.
1. Land acquisition - Fire Station/Park Land.
Councilmember Mayo arrived prior to Executive Session. Mayor Morton convened into
Executive Session at 6:08 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated article. Mayor Morton
adjourned the Executive Session at 6:40 p.m. and opened the Work Session.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session
A. Discussion concerning Roadway Impact Fees.
B. Agenda review.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public) ·
4. Reconvene Regular Session.
5. Invocation.
Councilmember Mayo led those present in the Invocation.
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6. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Morton led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
At this time, recognition was made of City Manager Jim Witt concerning his one-year
anniversary with the City of Coppell.
Mayor Morton introduced the newly hired Police Chief, David Miller, to the Council and the
City of Coppell.
7. Recognition of former Council Member, Flo McFadden Stahly, in appreciation
for her service and dedication to the City of Coppell, both as an elected
official and as a private citizen.
Mayor Morton presented a plaque to former Councilmember Flo McFadden Stahly for her
service to the City of Coppell.
8. Presentation of the 1994 award winners of the City of Coppell Christmas
Spirit Awards for individual homes and neighborhood Christmas light
displays.
Larry Wheeler, Chairman of the Judges, thanked the Doubletree Hotel for the van and driver,
Dusty Grindy. Mr. Wheeler recognized and commended Libby Ball on the Christmas Parade
and commended Kathleen Roach for coordinating the Christmas Spirit Awards. In addition to
Mr. Wheeler, the Judges were Kirk Wensel, Peggy Quinn, Bronwyn Brock, Jim Still and Donna
Still. The winners were:
Best Decorated Home: Best Decorated Neighborhood:
First Place - 602 Tower Court First Place - Park Place
Second Place - 136 Cottonwood Second Place - Dove Court
Third Place - 582 Shadowcrest Third Place - Bay Circle
Best Traditional Home: Best Traditional Neighborhood:
120 Sandpoint Not Applicable
Most Humorous Home: Most Humorous Neighborhood:
500-504 Grace (duplex) Not Applicable
Most Creative Home: Most Creative Neighborhood:
833 Falcon Laguna Lane (Waters Edge)
Pintail Court
Honorable Mentions:
800 Crane 838 Mallard Devonshire Neighborhood
467 Cambria 758 Bethel School 552 Briarglen
206 Fieldcrest Loop 569 Rolling Hills 220 Steamboat
217 Coppell Road 607 Cribbs 257 Whispering Hills
9. Citizen's Appearances.
A. David McCallum spoke to Council regarding the proposed improvements to Andrew
Brown Park.
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B. Ed Caldwell addressed the Council regarding an educational problem with his son and
matters of the City of Coppell Court, Fire Department and Police Department. Mr.
Caldwell asked for a complete and thorough investigation to be conducted by authorities
outside the City of Coppell. City Attorney Pete Smith responded to some of Mr.
Caldwell's comments.
CONSENT AGENDA
10. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Minutes of: November 8, 1994
November 29, 1994
B. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1065, to change the
zoning from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use
Permit) to allow the operation of a Salsa Tex-Mex Restaurant located
at 110 W. Sandy Lake Road (near Denton Tap Road), Suite#130, at
the request of Robert Villa, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
C. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1066, to change the
zoning from SF-9 (Single Family -9) to SF-9-S.U.P., (Single Family-9,
Special Use Permit) to allow the construction of a church approximately
1,056 feet from the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard and
Samuel Boulevard, at the request of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-Day Saints, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
D. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1069, to change the
zoning from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special
Use Permit) to operate a paint and body shop at Nikor Commerce
Center, located at the southwest corner of Wrangler Drive and
Crestside Drive, at the request of Fred Shade, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
E. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1075, Special Use
Permit request for Valley Ranch Self Storage, to change the zoning
from LI (Light Industrial) to LI. S.U.P., 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, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1086, Rejoice
Lutheran Church, zoning change from SF-12 (Single Family-12) to
SF-12-S.U.P. (Single Family-12, Special Use Permit), to allow
construction of a church to be located on the north side of Sandy Lake
Road, approximately 600' east of Lodge Road, at the request of Halff
Associates, Inc., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
G. Consideration and approval of The Burch Addition, Lot 1, Block A,
Final Plat, to allow the operation of a hardware store, located at the
southwest corner of Denton Tap Road at Bethel School Road, at the
request of Wes Burch, owner.
H. Consideration and approval of Jefferson at Riverchase, Final Plat, to
allow the development of a 386-unit apartment complex, located east of
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MacArthur Boulevard, approximately 400' north of Riverchase Drive,
at the request of The Nelson Corporation.
I. Consideration and approval of Northlake Woodlands East No. 10,
Phase C, Final Plat to allow the development of 93 single-family homes,
located west of MacArthur Boulevard; east of Mallard, at the request
of Tipton Engineering, Inc.
J. Consideration and approval of Village at Cottonwood Creek, Section
VI, Final Plat, to allow the development of 183 single-family homes,
located east of Coppell Road, north of Parkway Boulevard, at the
request of Tipton Engineering, Inc.
K. Consideration and approval for authorization to enter into a Consultant
Agreement with Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum, Inc., CHOK), for the
development of a Comprehensive Master Plan for the City of Coppell,
TX, in an amount not to exceed $50,000, and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
L. Consideration and approval of the contract between the City of Coppell
and the Office on Aging, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
M. Discussion and consideration of amending the contract with Shimek,
Jacobs and Finklea for the design of ¥illage Parkway Ground Storage
Reservoir Phase I and the Village Parkway Pump Station Improvements
Phase II in the amount of $26,400.00 and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
N. (1) Consideration and approval of a resolution authorizing the
Mayor to sign an agreement between the State of Texas and the
City of Coppell allowing the City to participate in an Alternative
Fuels Program.
(2) Consideration and approval to fund conversion of four vehicles
to compressed natural gas, as per agreement with the Texas
Department of Transportation (TxDOT) acting on behalf of the
State of Texas in an amount not to exceed $13,186.4..
O. Consideration and approval of a proclamation naming the month of
December 1994 as NATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING
PREVENTION MONTH and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
P. Consideration and approval of an ordinance amending Section 8-4-3B
regulating truck routes and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Q. Consideration and approval of resolution calling for a public hearing on
January 10, 1995 to discuss the adoption of a Roadway Capital
Improvement Plan for the imposition of an Impact Fee in accordance
with Chapter 395 of the Local Government Code and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
R. Consideration of awarding Bid #Q-109402 for the purchase of water
meters in the following manner: Precision Meters - Spec #0100
2"/$173.65 ea.; Spec # 0300 3"/$885.00 ea.; Spec #0300 4"/$1495.00 ea.;
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ABB Kent Meters Spec #0200 1 1/2"/$287.40 ea.; Spec #0200
2"/$287.40 ea.; Spec #0200 2"/$287.40 ea.; Spec #0200 Y'/$390.00 ea.;
Spec #0300 8"/$4,300.00 ea.; Badger Meter - Spec #0100 5/8"x
3/4"/$22.25 ea.; Metro Valve & Pipe - Spec #0500 4"/$935.00 ea.; Spec
#0500 6"/$1325.50 ea; Spec #0500 8"/$2378.20 ea.; Spec #0500
10"/$3352.80 ea.; Master Meter- Spec #0100 1"/$46.05 ea.; Spec #0100
1 1/2"/$129.05 ea.; Spec #0200 4"/$768.85 ea.; Spec #0600 3"/$400.00
in a total amount not to exceed $90,000.
S. Consideration for awarding of Bid Q-0894-02 for Travel Management
Services to Coppell Travel King for the period December 1, 1994 to
November 30, 1995.
T. Consideration and approval to award Bid #Q-1194-03, for the
construction and installation of lighting for two (2) soccer fields at
Andrew Brown, Jr. Community Park West, to Dean Electric, Inc. in
the amount of $93.030.00.
U. Consideration and approval of an ordinance to prohibit the use and
operation of motorboats, boats or watercraft propelled by motors, on
the waters of any lake, pond, or reservoir within the limits of any City
park, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
V. Consideration and approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 3 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Coppell by amending Sections 3-1-5
and 3-2-2 adjusting monthly water rates and adjusting monthly sewer
rates, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
W. Consideration for approval of a resolution expressing official intent to
reimburse the cost of City of Coppell improvements projects and other
matters related thereto.
X. Consideration to authorize the City Manager to pay an amount not to
exceed $371,264.68 to Pecan Hollow Joint Venture and $243,476.06 to
Centex Real Estate Corporation in full satisfaction of the project
agreements between Coppell Municipal Utility District No. I and Pecan
Hollow Joint Venture, dated June 11, 1991; and with Centex Real
Estate Corporation, dated June 11, 1991; and authorize the City
Manager to execute any and all documents to execute the settlement.
Y. Consideration and approval to rename the Cable Review Board to the
Telecommunication Board at the request of the standing Cable Review
Board members.
Item D was pulled to be considered separately.
Items A, B, C, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, and Y --
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B carrying Ordinance
No. 91500-A-72, C carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-73, E carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-
75, F carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-76, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N carrying Resolution No.
121394.1, O, P carrying Ordinance No. 94678, Q carrying Resolution No. 121394.2, R, S, T,
U carrying Ordinance No. 94679, V carrying Ordinance No. 94680, W carrying Resolution No.
121394.3, X and Y, including the conditions and recommendations as presented by Staff, and
on agenda items G through J, that all required fees be paid or satisfied prior to the Mayor
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executing the final plat and its recordation. Also, on item G, the request for wrought iron fence
variance be granted and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents. Councilmember
Alexander seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the
motion.
Item D --
-- Councilmember Reitman filed a Conflict of Interest with the City Secretary and withdrew from
discussion and voting on this item in accordance to the Code of Conduct. Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item D carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-74.
Councilmember Sheehan seconded the motion; the motion carried 5-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, and sheehan voting in favor of the
motion.
11. PUBLIC HEARING: (Continuation)
Consideration and approval of ZC-568, Old Coppeli Estates (formerly known
as Riverbend Estates), zoning change from R (Retail) to SF-9 (Single Family
9), to allow the development of a single family residential subdivision to be
located at the north side of Bethel Road, west of Denton Tap Road, between
the abandoned Bethel School Road and Coppell Road, at the request of GDI
and Associates, Inc.
This Public Hearing remained open from the October 11, 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. Again, there were none. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services,
made a presentation to the Council. Jim Briscoe, Applicant, 8300 Douglas Avenue, Dallas,
Texas, made a presentation to the Council. Council expressed concerns regarding roof materials
and curbless streets. These items were addressed by the Applicant. Will Nabors, Lone Star
Gas, addressed the issues regarding the gas lighting. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to close
the Public Hearing and approve ZC-568, Old Coppell Estates (formerly known as Riverbend
Estates), zoning change from R (Retail) to SF-9 (Single Family 9), to allow the development of
a single family residential subdivision to be located at the north side of Bethel Road, west of
Denton Tap Road, between the abandoned Bethel School Road and Coppell Road.
Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in
favor of the motion.
12. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of Gibbs Station, Phase One, Replat of Lots !
through 13, Block E, located south and east of the intersection of Beverly
Drive and Creek Crossing, at the request of Dowdey Anderson & Associates,
Inc.
Items 12 and 13 were discussed and considered under this item. Gary Sieb, Director of
Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Morton opened
the Public Hearing for Items 12 and 13 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. Steve Mortonson addressed the Council as the representative of the homeowners and
stated that every one of the homeowners had signed the petition, filed with the City Secretary,
opposing trails for hike & bike and supported the proposed replat. Bill Anderson, Applicant,
made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to close the Public
Hearing on Item 12 and 13 and approve Gibbs Station, Phase One, Replat of Lots 1 through 13,
Block E, located south and east of the intersection of Beverly Drive and Creek Crossing and
approve Gibbs Station, Phase Two, Replat of Lots 14 through 34, Block E, located south and
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east of the intersection of Beverly Drive and Creek Crossing. Councilmember Mayo seconded
the motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers
Alexander, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember
Watson voting against the motion.
13. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of Gibbs Station, Phase Two, Replat of Lots 14
through 34, Block E, located south and east of the intersection of Beverly
Drive and Creek Crossing, at the request of Dowdey Anderson & Associates,
Inc.
Item 13 was considered in combination with Item 12. See Item 12 for minutes.
14. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of Park West Commerce Center, Replat of Blocks
5, 6 and 7 (lots l&5), located between Airline and Wrangler Drives, west of
Beltline Road, at the request of Albert H. Halff Associates, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Heating 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. Councilmember Mayo moved to close the Public
Hearing and approve Park West Commerce Center, Replat of Blocks 5, 6 and 7 (lots l&5),
located between Airline and Wrangler Drives, west of Beltline Road, and waive the screening
wall. Councilmember Reitman seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro
Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting
in favor of the motion.
15. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of Riverchase Plaza, Phase 1, 2nd Replat, Lots
D and E, to allow a proposed day care center, Kids-R-Kids, located at the
northeast corner of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road, at the request
of Winkelmann and 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. Them were none. He then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor of
this proposal. Again, there were none. Councilmember Sheehan moved to close the Public
Hearing and approve Riverchase Plaza, Phase 1, 2nd Replat, Lots D and E, to allow a proposed
day care center, Kids-R-Kids, located at the northeast corner of MacArthur Boulevard and
Beltline Road, subject to developer providing for the fire lane located along the common
northern property boundary (between Lots D and E). Councilmember Alexander seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander,
Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
16. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of S-1088, Wendy's Restaurant, zoning change
from TC (Town Center) to TC-S.U.P. (Town Center, Special Use Permi0 to
allow the operation of a drive-through restaurant, located on the east side of
Denton Tap Road, approximately 390' north of Sandy Lake Road, at the
request of Dowdey Anderson & Associates, Inc.
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Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council
and stated he had received written opposition to this zoning change and therefore this item would
require a 3/4 vote of Council to pass. Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for
those persons wishing to speak against this proposal. Mike Sechrist, 130 Tennyson Place, spoke
against the zoning change. The Mayor then asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor
of this proposal. Harry Hargrave, Trustee of the Parks of Coppell Trust, addressed the Council
as Applicant. At this point, Council adjourned into Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 9:01 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 9:12 p.m. and opened the Regular
Session, continuing with Item 16.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Continuation of Item 16 --
After discussion, motion to deny and failure of motion to deny, Councilmember Reitman moved
to hold the Public Hearing open and have a technical review of the application and bring back
to Council at the January 10, 1995 Council meeting. Councilmember Alexander seconded the
motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and
Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Robertson voting against the motion.
17. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consideration and approval of S-1087, SpeeDee Oil Change and Tune-up, Pad
B of Valley Ranch Plaza, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to
LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial-Special Use Permit) to allow the operation of an
oil change facility, located at the southwest corner of MacArthur Boulevard
and Beltline Road, at the request of Winkelmann and Associates, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council
and informed Council that a 3/4 would be required to approve this zoning change due to the
Planning and Zoning Commission's denial of this case. Ken Griffin, Assistant City
Manager/Director of Public Works, addressed the traffic flow concerns of 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. Peter Gebia, representing SpeeDee Oil Change and Tune-up, addressed the Council
concerning the time span for services provided by his business and signage. Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve S-1087, SpeeDee Oil Change and
Tune-up, Pad B of Valley Ranch Plaza, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P.
(Light Industrial-Special Use Permit) to allow the operation of an oil change facility, located at
the southwest comer of MacArthur Boulevard and Beltline Road, subject to site plan, elevation
and signage. Councilmember Reitman seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor
Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan
voting in favor of the motion.
18. Consider appointment of seven (7) members to the City of Coppell Home Rule
Charter Review Commission.
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Mayor Morton stated that each member of Council, including himself, would need to appoint
one member to the Charter Review Commission. Councilmember Sheehan appointed Erin
French; Mayor Pro Tern Robertson appointed Dave McCallum; Mayor Morton appointed Katy
Bussy; Councilmember Watson appointed Jim Still; Councilmember Alexander appointed Gary
Daniels and Councilmembers Mayo and Reitman indicated they would turn in their appointments
to the City Secretary within the week. City Manager Jim Witt indicated that the work of the
committee needs to be completed by April 1, 1995 and that Pete Smith, City Attorney, Linda
Grau, City Secretary, and Jim Witt, City Manager, serve as Ex-officio Members to the
Commission
19. Consider appointment of members to the Conduct Review Board and Special
Counsel.
Councilmember Reitman moved to appoint all qualified applicants to the Conduct Review Board
to serve on a rotation basis. Councilmember Alexander seconded the motion; the motion carried
6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo,
and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to appoint all qualified attorney applicants to serve as Special
Counsel on a rotation basis. Councilmember Watson seconded the motion; the motion carried
6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Reitman, Mayo,
and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
20. Consider approval of the appointment of a Councilmember as liaison to the
Council's Committee of the Office of Aging/Senior Citizens.
Councilmember Reitman moved to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Robertson as liaison to the Council's
Committee of the Office on Aging/Senior Citizens. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; ·
the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson,
Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
At this time, Mayor Morton called for an Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 9:46 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 9:53 p.m. and opened the Regular
Session.
21. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
Councilmember Alexander moved to approve the Settlement Agreement in the case of Patsy
Walker vs. The City of Coppell and Ernest Ellsworth. Councilmember Reitman seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander,
Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
22. City Manager's Report.
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City Manager Jim Witt inquired as to whether Council would like to have a special Work
Session to review some ordinances in late January. Council indicated their approval of same.
23. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Morton announced that it was consensus of Council that the meeting of December
27, 1994 which had been cancelled would be reinstated.
B. Mayor Morton informed everyone of the "Make a Child Program" which was currently
in progress in the City Secretary's Office.
C. Mayor Morton discussed the upcoming legislation in Austin regarding Open Meetings
and regulations of streets and alleys.
D. Mayor Morton stated that the Coppell Symphonic Band would hold their concert on
December 15 and 16 at the High School.
E. Mayor Morton asked for Council's consensus to place an item on the next Council
meeting to abandon the easement located at 302 Pecan Hollow, Lot 20, Block H.
Council gave consensus to have on January 10, 1995 agenda.
24. Liaison Reports.
Park Board -- Councilmember Watson pointed out the information contained in the Council
packets concerning status of parks.
Cable Review Board -- Councilmember Reitman reminded everyone that the Cable Review
Board had a name change on the Consent Agenda to Telecommunication Board reflecting a
board to consider the technology of cable.
Airport Noise Board -- Councilmember Reitman stated that the Airport Noise Board had met and
he was seeing some progress in the attitude of the airport and FAA toward Coppell.
YMCA -- Councilmember Reitman announced that the board had met and voted to look at some
land to purchase in Coppell with a second choice in Carrollton.
City/CISD Liaison -- Councilmember Mayo inquired as to the status of the layouts of sites. City
Manager Jim Witt stated he and Rick Wieland, Manager of Parks and Recreation, had been
meeting on this matter and that the City is moving forward on it.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned.
Tom Morton, Mayor
ATTEST:
Linda Grau, City Secretary
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