CM 1995-02-28 MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 28, 1995
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on
Tuesday, February 28, 1995 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
Chuck Sturges, Councilmember
Danny L. Watson, Councilmember
Mitch Reitman, Councilmember
Lanny Mayo, Councilmember
Candy Sheehan, Councilmember
Also present were City Manager Jim Witt, City Secretary Linda Grau and
Robert Dillard from the City Attorney's Office.
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. Consultation with Special Legal Counsel regarding opposition to
the upgrade and/or relocation of TU transmission lines on Sandy
Lake Road.
B. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property.
1. Discussion of land acquisition for recreation purposes.
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Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 6:06 p.m. as allowed
under the above-stated article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive
Session at 7:22 p.m. and opened the Regular Session.
A short recess was held at this time.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session
A. Discussion of Agenda Items.
B. Staff report on Public Safety and Town Center building progress.
C. Introduction of Students in Government.
The students representatives were introduced to the City Council at this
time. Councilmembers met with their representatives and reviewed the
agenda.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Reconvene Regular Session.
5. Introduction of Students in Government.
Mayor Morton introduced the Students in Government: Hooman Daneshmand
representing Place 1; Jennifer Hsu representing City Secretary; Brian
Walsh representing City Manager; Natasha Jacob representing Place 2;
Leslie Patterson representing Place 3; Charlie Vicars representing
Place 4; Irine Thomas leading the Invocation and Pledge; Leslie Webb
representing Place 5; Amanda Leshikar representing the Mayor; John King
representing Place 6/Mayor Pro Tem; Ashley Clemett representing Place
7; and Gary Warrick representing City Attorney.
6. Invocation. (Student)
Irine Thomas led those present in the Invocation.
7. Pledge of Allegiance. (Student)
Irine Thomas led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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8. Consider approval of a proclamation declaring February 28, 1995 as "Students
in Government Day" in the City of Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
(Student)
Mayor Leshikar (Morton) read the Proclamation for the record.
Councilmember Patterson (Watson) moved to approve a Proclamation
declaring February 28, 1995 as "Students in Government Day" and
authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Vicars (Reitman) seconded
the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern King (Robertson)
and Councilmembers Daneshmand (Alexander), Jacob (Sturges), Patterson
(Watson), Vicars (Reitman), Webb (Mayo), and Clemett (Sheehan) voting
in favor of the motion.
9. Swearing-in ceremony of members appointed to the Economic Development
Partnership and authorizing the Mayor to sign. (Student)
Ron Pankey and William Rohloff were sworn in by Mayor Morton as members
of the Economic Development Partnership Committee.
10. Consider approval of a Resolution calling an Election for Municipal Officers
for Saturday, May 6, 1995 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. (Student)
Councilmember Webb (Mayo) moved to approve Resolution No. 022895.1
calling an Election for Municipal Officers for Saturday, May 6, 1995 and
authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Clemett (Sheehan) seconded
the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern King (Robertson)
and Councilmembers Daneshmand (Alexander), Jacob (Sturges), Patterson
(Watson), Vicars (Reitman), Webb (Mayo), and Clemett (Sheehan) voting
in favor of the motion.
11. Consider approval of a Resolution appointing the City's Election Judge and
Alternate Judge for the Election of Municipal Officers scheduled for May 6,
1995 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. (Student)
Councilmember Webb (Mayo) moved to approve Resolution No. 022895.2
appointing the City's Election Judge and Alternate Judge for the
Election of Municipal Officers scheduled for May 6, 1995 and authorizing
the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Patterson (Watson) seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem King (Robertson) and
Councilmembers Daneshmand (Alexander), Jacob (Sturges), Patterson
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(Watson), Vicars (Reitman), Webb (Mayo), and Clemett (Sheehan) voting
in favor of the motion.
12. Consider approval of the minutes of February 14, 1995. (Student)
Councilmember Daneshmand (Alexander) moved to approve the minutes of
February 14, 1995 as corrected. Jacob (Sturges) seconded the motion;
the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem King (Robertson) and
Councilmembers Daneshmand (Alexander), Jacob (Sturges), Patterson
(Watson), Vicars (Reitman), Webb (Mayo), and Clemett (Sheehan) voting
in favor of the motion.
13. Consideration and approval of a Proclamation declaring April 5, 1995, as
National Records Management Day, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
(Student)
Mayor Leshikar (Morton) read the Proclamation for the record.
Councilmember Vicars (Reitman) moved to approve a Proclamation
declaring April 5, 1995, as National Records Management Day, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Daneshmand (Alexander)
seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem King
(Robertson) and Councilmembers Daneshmand (Alexander), Jacob
(Sturges), Patterson (Watson), Vicars (Reitman), Webb (Mayo), and
Clemett (Sheehan) voting in favor of the motion.
14. Consideration and approval of a Resolution requesting that the Texas
Turnpike Authority name the proposed State Highway 190 Tollway and its
future extensions in honor of former President George Bush, and authorizing
the Mayor to sign. (Studen0
City Manager Brian Walsh (Jim Witt) made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tem King (Robertson) moved to approve Resolution No. 022895.3
supporting that the Texas Turnpike Authority name the proposed State
Highway 190 Tollway and its future extensions in honor of former
President George Bush, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember
Webb (Mayo) seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro
Tem King (Robertson) and Councilmembers Daneshmand (Alexander), Jacob
(Sturges), Patterson (Watson), Vicars (Reitman), Webb (Mayo), and
Clemett (Sheehan) voting in favor of the motion.
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15. Citizen's Appearances. (Student)
A. Aimee Pope, 409 Shadowcrest, and Courmey Flatt, 510 Meadowview,
addressed the Council concerning a road through Andrew Brown Park.
B. David Gilmore, 124 Simmons, and Nicholas Kinzie, 551 Havencrest,
inquired as to the future plans for the baseball and softball
fields in Coppell and also if the City has any plans for the Food
Lion building.
C. Lisa Abraham, 258 Penuel Drive, Victoria Clay, 132 Hertz Road, and
Lauren Mason, 512 Oakcrest requested that the Stop 'N Go be cleared
out and a skating arena be placed on that site.
D. Eddie Park, 132 Redwood Drive, Gi Han, 113 Redwood Drive, Wesley
Lockwood, 501 Rolling Hills and Kyong Han, 113 Redwood Drive
suggested to the Council to move the Stop 'N Go and replace it with
a bowling alley, swimming pool or a hockey rink.
E. Mark Senior, 608 Quail Lane, Joslyn Short, 438 Clearcreek Lane and
Jennifer Richards, 312 Woodhurst Place read letters to the Council
in support of bringing a 4-H Club in Coppell.
F. Kevin Segler, 634 Pheasant Lane and Lissa Ranck read letters to
Council concerning the bringing in of a Taco Bell.
16. Status report by City Manager regarding opposition to the upgrade and/or
relocation of the TU transmission line on Sandy Lake Road.
Lambeth Townsend, Attorney from Austin retained by the City to assist
with the Sandy Lake Road Transmission Line issue, made a presentation to
the Council. Mayor Morton asked for questions from two citizens in the
audience. Tom Williams, 700 Post Oak, inquired as to whether the
citizens would have a right of intervention should TU file for another
route. Mr. Townsend felt that the citizens would have an opportunity to
be heard. Mr. Williams also asked what the chances might be to have the
PUC hearing held locally instead of in Austin. Mr. Townsend indicated
that there might be a possibility of working something out with the PUC
regarding holding at least part of the hearings locally.
The Students in Government portion of the meeting ended at this time and
certificates were distributed to the students.
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A five-minute recess was held at this time.
17. Citizen's Appearances.
There were no citizens signed up to speak under this item.
CONSENT AGENDA
18. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1090, to change the
zoning from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special
Use Permit) to allow the operation of a natural gas well with special
conditions on one acre of a 43.8913 acre tract of land located at the
northwest corner of Thweatt and Coppell Roads, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
B. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for ZC-532, to change the
zoning from R (Retail) to SF-9 (Single Family-9) to allow single family
development on an 18,941 acre tract of land located approximately 320
feet east of Riverchase Drive and 237 feet south of Sandy Lake Road,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
C. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1089, to change the
zoning from R (Retail) to R-S.U.P. (Retail, Special Use Permit with
special conditions for a restaurant, (Mr. Jim's Pizza), located at 600 E.
Sandy Lake Road, Suite 110, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
D. Consideration and approval of an ordinance amending the Code of
Ordinances by amending Sections 9-11-3D and 9-11-3P by adding
Section 9-11-3R and Section 9-11-7H regulating the operation of model
airplanes, providing hours of operation for Andrew Brown Jr. Parks
(East and West); regulating golfing in City parks; authorizing the Parks
and Recreation Superintendent to cancel or suspend use of athletic
facilities, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
E. Consideration and approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 9 of the
Code of Ordinances by adding Section 9-11-11, establishing a Tree
Board, and providing a program for the preservation, protection,
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maintenance, and planting of trees and other plant material on public
property within the City; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consideration and approval for an Ordinance amending Chapter 18 of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coppell, General and Special
Fees, by repealing Article 18-10, Animal Control Fees, in its entirety,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
G. Consideration and approval of a resolution establishing fees for animal
control services to defray the costs of providing such services, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
H. Consideration and approval for an Ordinance amending Chapter 11 of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coppell, Industrial Waste and
Sewer Use Regulations, and by adding Subsection ll-15-1B in its
entirety, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
I. Consideration and approval of a resolution establishing fees for waste
hauler and industrial waste and sewer user permits, surcharges, and
costs of services provided to industrial waste and sewer users as
authorized by the Industrial Waste Ordinance, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Item 18 G was pulled for further consideration.
Items 18 A, B, C, D, E, F, H, & I --
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Items 18 A
carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-80; B carrying Ordinance 91500-A-81; C
carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-82; D carrying Ordinance No. 95695; E
carrying Ordinance No. 95696; F carrying Ordinance 95697; H carrying
Ordinance No. 95698 and I carrying Resolution No. 022895.5.
Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson,
Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Item 18 G --
Councilmember Mayo expressed a concern regarding the capture of wild
animals and costs. Perri Kirtles, Environmental Health Officer, made
a presentation to the Council. After discussion, Council requested that
changes be made to the fee schedule and that this item be placed on the
agenda for the March 14, 1995 meeting.
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Items 20, 21 and 22 were considered at this time. See Items 20, 21 and 22 --
for minutes.
19. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
There was no action taken under this item.
20. City Manager's Report.
A. City Manager Jim Witt announced that the advisory group which has
been formed by the Council regarding the TU transmission lines will
convene after spring break, possibly during the week of March 20th.
Further information will be available to homeowners.
B. City Manager Jim Witt stated that one item which was tabled from the
work session would be discussed at this time. Clay Phillips,
Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief, introduced Greg Schon of
Phillip Swager Associates, who gave an overview and discussed a
timeline of the planned police/court/fire facilities and Town
Center renovation.
21. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Morton announced that the Coppell Gala would be held
Saturday, March 4, 1995.
22. Liaison Reports.
YMCA Liaison -- Councilmember Sheehan attended the board meeting on
February 27, 1995 and the YMCA is still negotiating for a land site.
City/Coppell ISD Liaison -- Councilmember Sheehan attended a meeting
where construction plans were approved for two elementary school sites
at Cottonwood and Valley Ranch.
Councilmember Sheehan announced that the Library Grand Opening
Committee will meet again March 9, 1995 at 7:00; plans are moving
forward, but they still need volunteers and help.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson announced that some decisions need to be made
regarding the Sandy Lake Road expansion before work begins on the mid-
year budget.
Park Board -- Councilmember Watson announced that March 6, 1995 would be
the final hearing for the Master Plan.
Councilmember Watson commented on the success of the tree planting at
Andrew Brown Park East and thanked Staff for digging the holes.
Councilmember Sturges recognized Sonja Abraham, Elizabeth Hyman and
Burnell Dooley from Coppell High School who participated in the YMCA
Youth in Government program in Austin.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
2. Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property.
1. Discussion of land acquisition for recreation purposes.
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 9:42 p.m. and opened the Regular Session.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
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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