CM 1995-05-09 MINUTES OF MAY 9, 1995
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, May 9,
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 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 Consultation with City Attorney
1. Advice from City Attorney regarding Interiocal Cooperation
Agreement with City of Grapevine.
B. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property.
1. Land acquisition/disposition - Fire Station/Park Lane.
C. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code - Personnel Matters.
1. Evaluation of City Manager.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 6:11 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 7:00 p.m. and opened the Work
Session.
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WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session
A. Discussion and approval of paying Vista Properties $10,000 for
drainage capacity in an existing system and discussion of entering into
a potential contract with Vista Properties and Coppell 200 Joint
Venture for drainage considerations associated with S.H. 121 Bypass
and Denton Tap Road.
B. Discussion of appointment to Planning Commission to fill vacancy.
C. Discussion of realignment proposal for Sandy Lake Road.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Reconvene Regular Session.
Mayor Morton announced that: Item 9 C would be done prior to Item 9 A and B; Consent
Agenda Items 13 B and H would be pulled to be considered separately; and Item 15 would be
pulled from consideration on this agenda.
5. Invocation.
Councilmember Alexander asked those present to bow for a moment of silence.
6. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Morton led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
At this time Mayor Morton read a letter from the City Employees thanking Councilmember Ron
Robertson and City Manager Jim Witt for the luncheon they provided during Public Service
Recognition Week and Coppell shirts were presented to each of them.
7. Citizen's Appearances.
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A. Ed Caldwell, 601 Shadowcrest, addressed the Council regarding representation, the
alleged arson of his son and the way taxes were spent.
B. Tom Williams, 700 Post Oak, spoke on behalf of Oak Bend Homeowner's Association
regarding the relocation of TU lines.
C. David McCallum, 316 Parkview Place, distributed a letter stating Parkview
Homeowner's Association's stance on the development of Andrew Brown Park - East.
D. Jean Roscovius, 116 Raven Lane, expressed her concerns regarding the Five-Year Park
Plan.
E. Rick Rushing, 304 Parkview Place, discussed his feelings regarding the lighting concern
in the parks and the drainage channel behind Parkview subdivision.
F. H.W. Edmiston, 116 Dickens, addressed the Council regarding the Sandy Lake Road
expansion issue.
8. Canvass returns of the May 6, 1995 Municipal Election, approval of an order
declaring the results of said election and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
City Attorney Peter G. Smith read the canvass of returns of the May 6, 1995 City Officer's
election. Councilmember Mayo moved to approve the Canvass of Returns and Declaration of
Results of Election (this document is on file in the City Secretary Department) of the May 6,
1995 City Officers election as read by City Attorney Peter G. Smith. Councilmember Reitman
seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Reitman, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of
the motion.
9. A. Swearing-in ceremony of Mayor and authorizing the Municipal Judge
to sign.
B. Swearing-in ceremony of City Council members Place 2, 4, and Place
6 and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
C. Comments from outgoing Councilmember.
C. Councilmember Reitman shared his perceptions of the running of the City of Coppell
with the Council.
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A. Municipal Judge Marian Moseley swore in Thomas Morton as Mayor.
B. Mayor Morton swore in Charles Sturges/Place 2, Marsha Tunnell/Place 4 and Ronald
Robertson/Place 6.
The City Council at this point consisted of:
Mayor Tom Morton
Mayor Pro Tem Ron Robertson
Councilmember Norman Alexander
Councilmember Chuck Sturges
Councilmember Danny L. Watson
Councilmember Marsha Tunnell
Councilmember Lanny Mayo
Councilmember Candy Sheehan
10. Consider appointment of Mayor Pro Tem as required by Section 3.05 of the
Home Rule Charter.
Councilmember Sturges moved to nominate Councilmember Robertson to the position of Mayor
Pro Tern. Councilmember Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, Robertson and Sheehan voting
in favor of the motion.
11. Recognition and presentation of Certificates of Appreciation to seven
individuals which included: four high school students and two other citizens
from Coppell, along with one citizen from Arlington.
Mayor Morton presented Certificates of Appreciation to Jeff Maranich, Landon Montgomery,
Scott Tuckett, Sam Welch, Lori Brunke, Jim Culbreth and Sally Robertson for their acts in
coming to the aid of a heart attack victim, Paul Greusel, on MacArthur Boulevard. Clay
Phillips, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief, addressed the Council concerning the chair of
survival.
12. Consideration and approval of a Proclamation naming May 14 - 20, 1995 as
"Emergency Medical Services Week" in the City of Coppell and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
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Mayor Morton read the Proclamation for the record and announced that Coppell will hold an
EMS Fair on Saturday, May 20, 1995 at Town Center. Councilmember Mayo moved to
approve a Proclamation naming May 14-20, 1995 as "Emergency Medical Services Week" in
the City of Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson seconded
the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers
Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion. Clay
Phillips, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief, discussed the program of EMS Week and advised
on the activities planned.
Chief Phillips updated Council on the wind storm which occurred Sunday, May 7, 1995
producing approximately 70 m.p.h, winds resulting in 33 home damage reports being filed with
approximately $200,000.00 in damages.
CONSENT AGENDA
13. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Minutes of: April 18, 1995
April 25, 1995
B. Consideration and approval of a proclamation naming the week of __
May 20-26, 1995 as "National Safe Boating Week," and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
C. Consideration and approval of Proclamation naming Sunday, May 14,
1995 as "Coppell Celebrates Appreciation Day," and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
D. Consideration and approval of a Resolution of the City of Coppell,
Texas, amending the guidelines and criteria for tax abatement
agreements, providing an effective date, and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
E. Consideration and approval of a Resolution of the City Council
designating a geographical area as an area of high unemployment for
purposes of the Alien Entrepreneur Program authorized by No. 8 Code
of Federal Register, Section 204.6 and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for PD-132, to change the
zoning from C (Commercial) to PD-SF-9 (Planned Development, Single
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Family-9), with special conditions, for property located at the north side
of Denton Creek, along the east and west side of MacArthur Boulevard,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
G. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance for S-1085 (Gloria's
Pizza), to change the zoning from C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use
Permi0 to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permi0 to allow the
expansion of the existing restaurant, with special conditions, for
property located at 1086 East Sandy Lake Road, Lot 12, Kimbel
Addition, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
H. Consideration and approval to award Bid #Q-0395-02, for the
construction and installation of lighting for five (5) athletic fields located
at Pinkerton Elementary School and Coppell Middle School West
Campus, to Dean Electric, Inc. in the amount of $160,000.00.
Item B was pulled for separate consideration.
Item H was pulled from the agenda.
Items A, C, D, E, F, G --
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, C, D carrying
Resolution 050095.1, E carrying Resolution 050995.2, F carrying Ordinance 91500-A-89, and
G carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-90. Councilmember Alexander seconded the motion; the
motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges,
Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Item B --
Mayor Morton read the proclamation for the record and presented the Proclamation to Sara Jean
Pfeiffer representing the U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary of Lewisville. Councilmember Mayo
moved to approve Consent Agenda Item B. Councilmember Sturges seconded the motion; the
motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges,
Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Item H --
Councilmember Alexander expressed concerns regarding the Joint Use Agreement issues not
addressed. City Manager Jim Witt addressed this issue with Council and indicated that he would
get with Buddy Echols and clarify the issues and bring back to Council at the May 23, 1995 City
Council meeting.
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14. Consideration and approval of a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to
execute agreements, and the Fire Chief to develop a Memorandum of
Understanding, on behalf of the City of Coppell for automatic assistance
between the City of Coppell Fire Department and its neighboring cities, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Clay Phillips, Assistant City Manager/Fire Chief, made a presentation to the Council.
Councilmember Sheehan moved to approve Resolution No. 050995.3 authorizing the City
Manager to execute agreements, and the Fire Chief to develop a Memorandum of
Understanding, on behalf of the City of Coppell for automatic assistance between the City of
Coppell Fire Department and its neighboring cities, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan
voting in favor of the motion.
15. Consideration and approval to amend the Five year Action Plan, of the Parks,
Recreation and Open Space Master Plan, as recommended by the Parks and
Recreation Board.
This item was pulled from the agenda for this meeting .......
16. Consideration of realignment of Sandy Lake Road right-of-way to the
northern option in relation to the TU easement.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. City Attorney Pete Smith
summarized the Eminent Domain procedure regarding the TU power line issue. Ken Griffin,
Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, addressed Council concerning future plans and sidewalks.
Councilmember Watson addressed additional landscaping. Councilmember Alexander addressed
a letter from Lambeth Townsend. After lengthy discussion, Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved
to approve the realignment of Sandy Lake Road right-of-way to the northern option in relation
to the TU easement; adopt Option 3 in the letter from Lambeth Townsend dated April 24, 1995
which option reads as follows: "When TU Electric files its report of the planned upgrade,
intervene and file a request for a public hearing to determine whether a CCN is required and
request that a good cause exception to the exemption applies"; approve Ordinance No. 95700
revising the City of Coppell Thoroughfare Plan to designate Sandy Lake Road as a four-lane
divided boulevard (C4D) from Denton Tap Road to MacArthur Blvd. and authorize the Mayor
to sign; and revise the original contract with Rady and Associates in the amount of $154,750 for
services related to the redesign of Sandy Lake Road and adding $23,500 for the design of the
Woodridge drainage channel for a total revised contract amount of $178,250 and authorizing the
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Mayor to sign. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor
Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and
Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
A five-minute recess was held at this time.
17. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance revising the City of CoppeH
Thoroughfare Plan to designate Sandy Lake Road as a four-lane divided
boulevard (C4D) from Denton Tap Road to MacArthur Boulevard, and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 16. See Item 16 for minutes.
18. Consideration of revising the original contract with Rady and Associates in the
amount of $154,750 for services related to the redesign of Sandy Lake Road
and adding $23,500 for the design of the Woodridge drainage channel for a
total revised contract amount of $178,250 and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 16. See Item 16 for minutes.
19 PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of designating the MEPC
Quorum Properties H, Inc. area as a Reinvestment Zone pursuant to Section
312.201 of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act. The
property to be considered for Reinvestment Zone designation is that property
owned by MEPC Quorum Properties II, Inc. described as Tract 7, (36.9891
acres) of Freeport North.
City Manager Jim Witt 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 Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Heating; approve Ordinance No.
95701 designating MEPC Quorum Properties II, Inc. area as Reinvestment Zone No. 5; and
approve Resolution No. 050995.4 approving a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of
Coppell and MEPC Quorum Properties, II, Inc. and authorizing the Mayor to sign; and that no
other consideration will be considered other than an up-to-75 % tax abatement. Councilmember
Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of
the motion.
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20. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance designating MEPC Quorum
Properties H, Inc. area as Reinvestment Zone No. 5; pursuant to Section
312.201 of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, said area
being the property owned by MEPC Quorum Properties H, Inc., described as
tract 7, (36.9891 acres) of Freeport North, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 19. See item 19 for minutes.
21. Consideration and approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and MEPC Quorum Properties II,
Inc., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 19. See item 19 for minutes.
22. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of S-1093, Taco Bell,
zoning change from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use
Permi0, to allow a drive through restaurant located on the west side of
Denton Tap Road, approximately 145' north of Sandy Lake Road.
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. After a lengthy discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Robertson
moved to close the Public Hearing and approve S-1093, Taco Bell, zoning change from C
(Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit), to allow a drive through
restaurant located on the west side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 145' north of Sandy
Lake Road subject to the following eleven (11) conditions: (1) the color samples of all exterior
materials need to be submitted for approval prior to passage of the ordinance; (2) the building
needs to be faced in a brick which closely matches the color of the nearby shopping center; (3)
the concrete roof tiles need to be a neutral shade, preferably a grey within a color range from
a highly muted slate hue, possible with a greenish cast, to a highly muted earthy tone with a
brownish tinge; (4) the four attached signs need to be restricted to the type in place at the Taco
Bell facility on North Beach and Western Center in Fort Worth; (5) the awning material needs
tO be of a solid neutral color ranging from off-white to grey; back lighting is not permitted; (6)
exterior painted surfaces need to be of a solid neutral color ranging from off-white to grey; (7)
the raised rims of the tower caps and entry portals need to be of the same brick as the building
face; (8) the monument sign will be eliminated; (9) the proposed right-of-way dedication shall
be 8.62 feet; (10) clarification is needed on the 8" water line and the propane tank. (See Fire
Department comments). It is our understanding from your comments at the P&Z meeting that
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the propane tank will be removed; and (11) Operational hours shall be limited to closure at 12
midnight. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro
Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan
voting in favor of the motion. This item was reconsidered under Item 23.
Councilmember Mayo moved to reopen Agenda Item 22 in regard to the monument sign.
Councilmember Tunnel seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan voting
in favor of the motion and Councilmember Sturges voting against the motion. Mayor
Morton reopened Item 22. J. Kent March, Director of Planning for Huitt-Zollar, Inc. made
a presentation to the Council. Following discussion, a motion and motion being denied,
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and consider approval of S-
1093, Taco Bell, zoning change from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use
Permit) to allow a drive through restaurant located on the west side of Denton Tap Road,
approximately 145' north of Sandy Lake Road, with maximum height of the sign to be a
maximum of eight (8) feet in height, with a brick base for a total not to exceed 60 square
feet. Councilmember Watson seconded the motion; the motion carried 5-2 with Mayor Pro
Tern Robertson and Councllmembers Alexander, Mayo, Tunnell and Watson voting in
favor of the motion and Councilmembers Sturges and Sheehan voting against the motion.
23. Consideration of a variance from Section 10-5-2 (C) of the City of Coppell
Sign Ordinance regulating spacing setbacks for detached (monument) signs,
specifically related to the 75 foot minimum side yard measurement. In
addition, the applicant requests a variance from Section 104-2 regulating
movement control signs to allow a variance for 4 sq. ft. signs that contain
advertising. These variances are being requested by Taco Bell for their
property located North of Sandy Lake Road on the West side of Denton Tap
Road, at the request of Ke Chen of Huitt-Zollar on behalf of Taco Bell.
Greg Jones, Chief Building Official, made a presentation to the Council regarding monument
signs. After a lengthy discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve a variance of
2.5 feet to each of the side yard setbacks. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the
motion carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson,
Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion with Councilmember Sturges voting
against the motion.
24. PUBLIC HEARING; Consideration and approval of Villaee at Cottonwood Creek
Section VI, Replat of Lots 19-36 and 45 & 46, to add an utility easement strip
between lots 19 & 29, a street between lots 26 & 27 and to change the alley
configuration between lots 34 & 35 and lots 45 & 46 located at the intersection of
Graywood Lane and Pedmore Drive.
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Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mr. Sieb made a clarification on the Agenda Caption. This agenda item should read a replat
of lots %36 and lots 45, 46, 47 and 48. 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 Pro
Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Village at Cottonwood Creek
Section VI, Replat of Lots 7-36 and 45, 46, 47 and 48 to add a utility easement strip between
lots 19 and 29, a street between lots 26 and 27 and to change the alley configuration between
lots 34 and 35 and lots 45 and 46 located at the intersection of Graywood Lane and Pedmore
Drive. Councilmember Sturges seconded the motion; the motion carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro
Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan
voting in favor of the motion.
25. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of Gibbs Station, Phase
Two, Replat of Lot 35, Block "E", to change the location of a variable width
floodway/floodplain easement on Lot 35, Block "E" located at the intersection
of Gibbs Crossing and Creek Crossing.
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 Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public
Hearing and approve Gibbs Station, Phase Two, Replat of Lot 35, Block "E", to change the
location of a variable width floodway/floodplain easement on Lot 35, Block "E" located at the
intersection of Gibbs Crossing and Creek Crossing. Councilmember Tunnell seconded the
motion; motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
26. PUBLIC HEARING;, Consideration and approval of The Estates of
Cambridge Manor, Replat of Lots 8, 9, & 10, Block B, to correct an error in
a course and distance on the rear of lots 8 through 10, Block B, located on
Castle Creek Drive.
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 Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve the
Estates of Cambridge Manor, Replat of Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block B, to correct an error in a
course and distance on the rear of lots 8 through 10, Block B, located on Castle Creek Drive.
Councilmember Alexander seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan voting
in favor of the motion.
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27. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of Coppell Middle School
West, Preliminary Plat, to file the configuration of the present landownership
of 51.8 acres of property located on Wrangler Drive in the County plat
records.
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 pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Coppell
Middle School West, Preliminary Plat, to file the configuration of the present landownership of
51.8 acres of property located on Wrangler Drive in the County plat records, with the following
conditions: (1) Roadway impact fees will be required; (2) extend 12" water line on Wrangler
to west property line at the time of construction; (3) site development may require additional
access roadway(s) and/or standpipe system; (4) site development may require automatic fire
sprinkler system, per NFPA 13; (5) site development may require on site water supply to
"loop" to existing main on Wrangler Drive; and (6) TU Electric will require easements for
existing facilities for final plat. Councilmember Sturges seconded the motion; the motion carried
6-1 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell
and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Mayo voting against the motion.
28. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration and approval of an Ordinance amending
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the City of Coppell, TX, by
amending the uses permitted in Section 30-4, "A" (Agricultural District);
amending Section 39-1 to require a building site to be established by a platted
lot and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Jim Witt also addressed the issue and felt this a more appropriate zoning for amusement use.
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 Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public
Hearing and approve Ordinance No. 91500-A-91 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of
the City of Coppell, TX by amending the uses permitted in Section 30-4, "A" (Agricultural
District); amending Section 39-1 to require a building site to be established by a platted lot and
authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Sheehan seconded the motion; the motion carried
7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell,
Mayo and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
29. Consideration and approval of an Ordinance amending the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance of the City of Coppell, TX, by amending the uses permitted
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in Section 30-4, "A" (Agricultural District); amending Section 39-1 to require
a building site to be established by a platted lot, and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
This item was considered under Item 28. See Item 28 for minutes.
30. Discussion and approval of paying Vista Properties $10,000 for drainage
capacity in an existing system as part of a potential contract with Vista
Properties and Coppell 200 Joint Venture for drainage considerations
associated with S.H. 121 Bypass and Denton Tap Road and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve paying Vista Properties $10,000 for drainage
capacity in an existing system as part of a potential contract with Vista Properties and Coppell
200 Joint Venture for drainage considerations associated with S.H. 121 Bypass and Denton Tap
Road and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the
motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges,
Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
31. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson made a motion to approve a salary adjustment for the City Manager
in the amount of $5,893 to be paid in the following manner: $3,000 to his retirement fund in
four $750 increments; May, August, November of 1995 and February of 1996. The balance
of $2,893 is to be paid in two installments; one of $1900 to be paid May 19, 1995 and the
balance of $993 to be paid September 30, 1995. This is a one-time adjustment. Councilmember
Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo and Sheehan voting in favor of
the motion.
32. City Manager's Report.
A. City Manager Jim Witt asked for consensus of Council to set up a Public Hearing for the
first meeting in June to cover the Charter Amendment issue.
B. City Manager Jim Witt discussed the policy of late fees charged by the Water
Department and the classification of users' pay histories.
C. City Manager Jim Witt stated there had been a lot of inquiries lately on status of Mr.
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Jim's Pizza and asked Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, for a
status report.
D. Councilmember Watson handed out Landscape Revision Ordinances. City Manager Jim
Witt stated that the proposed revisions would be going to Planning & Zoning
Commission in June and then would be coming to Council.
33. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson suggested revisiting the sign ordinance with reference to
height.
B. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson addressed the issue of the number of Open Records Requests
being submitted and the amount of time spent in processing these requests. City
Attorney Pete Smith addressed the Open Records Act, the taping of conversations, and
the minimum consideration given to requestors under the law.
34. Liaison Reports.
Mayor Morton announced that the Council Committees will be revised the first meeting in June.
Councilmember Sheehan thanked Bronwyn Brock and the Economic Development Partnership
for working with the City on the tax abatement policy.
Library_ Board -- Councilmember Sheehan invited and encouraged all Councilmembers to attend
the Library Grand Opening from 10:00 to 4:00 on Saturday, May 14.
Office on Aging -- Mayor Pro Tem Robertson reported that the Director's fundraiser was way
off and that they are still in need of donations.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned.
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Tom Morton, Mayor
ATTEST:
Linda Grau, City Secretary
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