CM 1995-11-14 MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 14, 1995
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
November 14, 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
Marsha Tunnell, Coun¢ilmember (late arrival)
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, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
1. Special Use Permit requirements as they relate to signage.
a. C.J.'s Clubhouse and Grill.
B. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code - Personnel Matters.
1. Julia Billhymer vs. City of Coppell
2. CED et al vs. City of C0ppell, et al.
Councilmember Tunnell arrived prior to the beginning of Executive Session. Mayor Morton
convened into Executive Session at 6:05 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated article. Mayor
Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 7:12 p.m. and opened the Work Session.
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WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session A. Christmas Spirit Awards
B. Vested Rights as it relates to Riverview Estates plat
C. Discussion of Agenda Items
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Reconvene Regular Session.
5. Invocation.
Councilmember Mayo led those present in the Invocation.
6. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Morton led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
7. Proclamation recognizing Coppell High School Band.
Mayor Morton recognized the Coppell High School Band for placing 3rd in the 4A State
Championship. Mayor Morton read the Proclamation into the record and presented it to Scott
Mason, Band Director, and members of the Coppell High School Band.
8. Presentation by St. Ann's Community Carnival to the City, the Boy Scouts
and the YMCA.
Dennis Newton', representing the 1995 Chairman of the St. Ann's Community Carnival, made
a presentation and presented checks to the YMCA Indian Princesses, Boy Scout Troops 840 and
$41 and to the City of Coppell. Pictures were shown of Mayor Morton and City Manager Jim
Witt working the dunking booth.
9. Citizen's Appearances.
There were no citizens signed up to speak under this item.
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10. Proclamations:
Proclamation recognizing November 15, 1995 as TEXAS RECYCLES DAY
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Mayor Morton read the Proclamation into the record. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to
approve the Texas Recycles Day Proclamation and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember Tunnell 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.
CONSENT AGENDA
11. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: October 24, 1995
B. Consider approval of awarding remainder of Bid #Q-0595-3 for the
removal and disposal of one (1) 2,000 gallon underground fuel tank
located at 1515 W. Bethel (West Service Center) to United Pump
~- Supply.
C. Consider approval of granting a temporary variance to Sign Ordinance
No. 91503 to allow businesses located on Bethel Road and Coppell Road
to erect temporary off-premise directional signs during the construction
of the Bethel Road Sanitary Sewer Line (SS 94-02).
D. Consider approval of an agreement with Dallas County to reconstruct
West Bethel Road and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
E. Consider approval of awarding the contract for sanitary sewer
improvements associated with Grapevine Creek IV and Bethel Road (SS
94-02) in the amount of $304,782.08 and $345,454.69 respectfully for
a total amount of $650,236.77 to Pate Brothers Construction and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consider approval of a reimbursement to Briscoe-Clark Company in
the amount of $40,177.50 for the installation of an oversized water main
associated with Copperstone Estates.
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G. Consider approval of a geotechnicai contract with Gee Consulting in the
amount of $26,447.38 for the ge0technical and inspecting-services
associated with the 2nd Ground Storage Tank (WA 93-02)' currently
being constructed near the intersection of Village Parkway and
MacArthur Blvd. and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
H. Consider approval of a variance from Section 10-8-4 of the Sign
Ordinance for allowance of a temporary construction sign for the First
Baptist Church located at the southwest corner of Bethel and Denton
Tap Roads, to advertise the relocation of their Church, and waiving the
variance application fee. This variance is being requested by Mr. Mike
Cogburn on behalf of First Baptist Church.
I. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Article 15-1-2 of the
Code of Ordinances to amend the 1994 Uniform Building Code, to
require pool final inspections to be approved by the City prior to the
application of final plaster and filling of the pool with water, providing
an effective date, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
J. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Section 8-3-1 of the Code
of Ordinances for the City of Coppell making it unlawful to park a
vehicle on both sides of Cotton Road from Freeport Parkway to
Gateway Boulevard, on both sides of South Belt Line Road from I.H.
635 westbound Frontage Road to East Belt Line Road / Southwestern
Boulevard, and on both sides of Denton Tap Road from the nOrth city
limits to East Belt Line Road / Southwestern Boulevard and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
K. Consider approval of an Ordinance changing the name of Coppell Road
between Sandy Lake Road and Thweatt Road to Sandy Lake Road and
Changing the name of Thweatt Road to Sandy Lake Road in its entirety,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
L. Consider approval of a Resolution adopting a program to promote
Economic Development pursuant to Chapter 380 of the Texas Local
Government Code, as amended.
M. Consideration and approval of an East-West Public Road Construction
Supervision Agreement by the Parks of Coppell Trust, and authorizing
the-Mayor to sign.
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N. Consideration and approval of an East-West Public Road Escrow
Agreement by the Parks of Coppell Trust, and authorizing the City
Manager to sign.
Items C, M and N were pulled for further consideration.
Items A, B, D, E, F, 13, H, I, J, K and L --
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B, D, E, F, G, H, I
carrying Ordinance No. 95726, J carrying Ordinance No. 95727, K carrying Ordinance No.
96728 and L carrying Resolution No. 111495.1. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion;
the motion carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmcmbers Alexander, Sturges,
Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Item C --
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve that a single sign, bearing the names of all
affected businesses, be placed at each detour location, with the charge for the signs to be pro
rata to the businesses. Councilmember Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carded 7-0
with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell,
Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion.
Item M --
Mayor Morton noted that the caption for this item had been fashioned for the Mayor to sign
where in fact the document is drawn for the signature of the City Manager. Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson moved to approve an East-West Public Road Construction Supervision Agreement by
the Parks of Coppell Trust, and authorizing the City Manager to sign. Councilmember Mayo
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.
Item N --
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item N. Councilmember Sturges
seconded the motion; the motion carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of
the motion.
12. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the designation of an area described as Abstract 56, part
of Tract 6.1, (31.9556 acres), located at the northwest corner of Belt Line
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Road and Lakeshore Drive, as Reinvestment Zone No..7 pursUant to Section
312.204 of the Property RedevelOpment and Tax Abatement Act.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Communify 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 pro Tern Robertson moved toClose the Public
Hearing and approve Ordinance No. 95729 designating Tax Abatement Reii~vestmcnt Zone No.
7 and Resolution No. 111495.2 approving a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of
Coppell and Vari-Lite Holdings, Inc., and the owner of the property designated as Tax
Abatement Reinvestment Zone No. 7 subject to certain conditions, and authorizing the Mayor
to sign both the ordinance and the resolution. Councilmember Alexander 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.
13. Consider approval of an Ordinance designating Tax Abatement Reinvestment
Zone No. 7, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 12. See Item 12 for minutes.
14. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement Agreement
between the City of Coppell and Vari-Lite Holdings, Inc., and the owner of
the property designated as Tax Abatement Reinvestment Zone No. 7 subject
to certain conditions, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item'was considered under Item 12. See Item 12 for minutes.
15. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1072R, Blooming Colors Nursery, zoning
change from LI (Light Industrial) and LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use
Permi0 to LIS.U.P. {Light Industrial, Special Use Permi0, to amend the
conditions of the Special Use Permit to include the recent land acquisition to
the east of the: existing nursery, located on the south side of Beltline Road;
approximately 1,790 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, at the request of
Brockette, Davis, Drake,' 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 Pro Tern Robertson moved to close the Public
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Hearing and approve Case No. S1072R, Blooming Colors Nursery, zoning change from LI
(Light Industrial) and LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special lJse Permit) to LI-S.IJ.P. (Light
Industrial, Special Use Permit), to amend the conditions of the Special Use Permit to include
the recent land acquisition to th& east of the existing nursery, located on the south side of
Beltline Road; approximately 1,790 feet east' of MacArthur Boulevard with the following
conditions: 1) City Council granting a waiver of the screening requirements to permit the wood
and brick enclosure across the front and relocation of existing fencing to the east side; 2)
restricting outside storage within 50' of the east property line to nursery stock only, if visible
through the fence at that property line; 3) provision of 30"-high landscape screening along the
east side of the new driveway pavement; 4) compliance with engineering recommendations
relative to the proposed second driveway entrance as detailed in the Valley Ranch Self-Storage
Preliminary Plat comments; and 5) no additional signage will be permitted. Councilmember
Sheehan 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.
16. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1075R, Valley Ranch Self Storage, zoning
change from LI (Light Industrial) and LI-S.U.P.(Light Industrial, Special Use
Permit) to LI-S.U.P.(Light Industrial, Special Use Permit), to amend the
conditions of the special use permit to include the recent land acquisition to
the east of the existing site and allow the construction and operation of six
additional mini-warehouse buildings; located on the south side of Beltline
Road, approximately 1,521 feet from MacArthur Blvd., at the request of
Brockette, Davis, Drake, 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. After discussion regarding signage, Mayor Pro Tem
Robertson moved to close the Public Heating and approve Case No. S-1075R, Valley Ranch Self
Storage, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) and LI-S.U.). (Light Industrial, Special Use
Permit) to LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit), to amend the conditions of the
special use permit to include the recent land acquisition to the east of the existing site and allow
the construction and operation of six additional mini-warehouse buildings; located on the south
side of Beltline Road, approximately 1,521 feet from MacArthur Boulevard and approve Valley
Ranch Self Storage, Preliminary Plat, to allow the development of six additional mini-warehouse
buildings with the following conditions: 1) revision of the driveway to tie into a future access
easement across property to the east to place second Blooming Colors driveway entrance
opposite existing Beltline Road median opening, or deletion of second driveway entrance; 2)
extension of sanitary sewer line to east property line of Lot 2, if it is adequate to provide service
to the east; 3) verification of grate inlet elevations in reference to the 100-Year Floodplain, and
4) no additional signage will be allowed. Councilmember Sheehan seconded the motion; the
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motion carded 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges,
Watson, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Tunnell voting
against the motion. ..
17. Consider approval of Valley Ranch Self Storage. Preliminary_ Plat,' to allow
the development of six additional mini-warehouse buildings, located on the
south side of Beltline Road, approximately l,521 feet from MacArthur BlVd.,
at the request of Brockette, Davis, Drake, Inc.
This item was considered under Item 16. See Item 16 for minutes.
18. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-147(CH), zoning change from "SF-0"
(Single-Family, Zero-Lot Line) to "PD" (Planned Development), in the Village
at Cottonwood Creek Addition, Section II and Cottonwood Creek Elementary
School, located on the south side of Minyard Drive, approximately 292 feet
east of the intersection of Coppell Road and Minyard Drive.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearings 'on Items 18, 19, 20 and 21 and asked for those
persons wishing to speak against these proposals. There were none. He then asked for those
persons wishing to speak in favor of these proposals. Again, there were none. Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson moved to close the four Public Hearings and approve Item 18 with the following
conditions: 1) any uses permitted in the SF-7 District will be permitted in this Planned
Development; 2) minimum lot area, width and depth requirements will remain the same as that
of the smallest platted lot in the district; and 3) yard and setback requirements, maximum height
and lot coverage, minimum dwelling size and parking space requirements will be identical to
those in the previous SF-0 District; approve Item 19 with the following conditions: 1) any uses
permitted in the SF-7 District will be permitted in this Planned Development; 2) minimum lot
area, width and depth requirements will remain the same as that of the smallest platted lot in the
district; and' 3) yard and setback requirements, maximum height and lot coverage, minimum
dwelling size and parking space requirements will remain identical to those in the previous 2F-9
District; and approve Item 20 and Item 21. 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.
19. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-148(CI-I), zoning change from "2F-9" (Two
Family ,'Residential) to "PD" (Planned Developmen0, in the Summer Place
Addition,-located on the north side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 2,000
feet west of Denton TaP .Road.
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This item was considered under Item 18. 'See Item 18 for minutes.
20. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case NO. ZC-585(CH), zoning change from "2F-9" (Two
Family Residential) to "SF-7" (Single-Family-7), in the Braewood West
Addition, located on the south side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately 550
feet east of the intersection of Sandy Lake Road and Denton Tap Road.
This item was considered under Item 18. See Item 18 for minutes.
21. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No, ZC-586(CI-I), zoning change from "2F-9" (Two
Family Residential) to "SF-9" (Single-Family-9), in the Northlake Woodlands
Addition, Section Six with the exception of Lots 1-10, Block 11 and Phillips
Addition I, H & III, located on the south side of Bethel School Road,
approximately 410 feet east of the intersection of Bethel School Road and
Denton Tap Road.
This item was considered under Item 18. See Item 18 for minutes.
22. Consider approval of Taco Bell Addition, Preliminary Plat, to allow the
development of a drive-through restaurant located on the west side of Denton
Tap Road, approximately 574 feet north of Sandy Lake Road, at the request
of Huitt-Zollars, Inc.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council
wherein it was indicated that the Planning and Zoning Commission felt that the proposed sign
would be too high. Councilmember Sturges moved to approve Taco Bell Addition, Preliminary
Plat, to allow the development of a drive-through restaurant located on the west side of Denton
Tap Road, approximately 574 feet north of Sandy Lake Road and to allow the Planning and
Zoning Commission to make determination on the final plat without regard to signage issues.
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.
23. Consider approval of Coppell Professional Plaza Addition, Preliminary Plat,
to allow the development of two one-story dental office buildings, located on
the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 200 feet south of Braewood
Drive, 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 ......
Greg Ibanez, Architect on the Project, addressed the Council concerning .the Signage.
Councilmember Alexander moved to approve Coppell Professional Plaza Addition, Preliminary
Plat, to allow the development of two one-story dental office buildings, located on .the'east .side
of Denton Tap Road, approximately 200 feet south of Braewood Drive:With the: following
conditions: 1) south entrance not required to White Glove Express; 2) fees have to .bepaid; .3)
provide verification that there are access easements to tie into the CISD property; and4) provide
drainage information showing flow arrows and drainage areas and that the ,final plat be
considered by the Planning and Zoning Commission for approval. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson
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.
24. Consider approval of a variance to the approved signage at Primrose School,
275 E. Parkway Blvd., to allow the addition of a non-illuminated, 16 square
foot reader board attached to the base of the sign to allow for 'changeable
messages. This variance is being requested by Mr. Kenneth F. Reimer.
Greg Jones, Chief Building Official, made a presentation to the Council. Councilmember
Sheehan moved to approve a variance to the approved signage at Primrose School, 275 E.
Parkway Blvd., to allow the addition of a non-illuminated, 16 square foot reader board attached
to the base of the sign to allow for changeable messages. Councilmember Sturges 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.
25. Consider approval of granting a variance to the Subdivision Ordinance
extending Riverview Estates preliminary plat east of Sandy Lake Road to
allow for final iplat submission.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to grant a variance to the Subdivision Ordinance extending
Riverview Estates preliminary plat east of Sandy Lake Road for a period of six months with the
following conditions: 1) require the Applicant to bring back, before final approval, a complete
flood study; 2)flagstone or similar entrance with irrigated divider; 3) Homeowners' Association
to maintain common areas; and 4) waiver of alley requirements behind Lots 9-28, Block A.
Councilmember Alexander 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.
26. - Consider approVal of a Joint Use Agreement with the Coppell Family YMCA for ToWn Center property ....
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City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Mayor pro Tem Robertson moved
to approve a Joint Use Agreement with the Coppell Family YMCA fOr Town Center property
with paragraph #17 being amended to read Licensed Architect/Engineer. Councilmember
Sturges seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion
and Councilmember Tunnell voting against the motion.
27. Discussion and review of the composition of the Committee to review the need
for an economic development sales tax under either 4A or 4B for the City of
Coppell.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. The composition and responsibilities
of this committee was discussed by Council and well as the differences between 4A and 4B. No
action was taken on this item.
28. Consider approval of a Chairperson appointment for the Committee to review
the need for an economic development sales tax under either 4A Or 4B for the
City of Coppell.
After motion by Councilmember Watson, Councilmember Tunnell called for an Executive
Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
A. Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 8:57 p.m. as allOwed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 9:03 p.m. and continued the Regular
Session.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Item 28 (continued) --
Councilmcmbcr Watson moved to set up a Work Study Committee for review of 4B Sales Tax,
the Chairman to be Bennett Ratliff, and the committee comprised of one representative from the
Senior Citizens, Park Board, Library, Sports Council, Chamber of Commerce and YMCA with
the stipulation that the chairmen of the Senior Citizens, Park Board, Library Board and Sports
Council will not be eligible to serve. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson seconded the motion; the
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motion carried 6-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Robertson and Councilmembers A!exander~ Sturges, .......
Watson, Tunnell, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Mayo voting
against the motion. Mayor Morton suggested to Council that two Councilmembersbe appointed
as advisory liaisons to the Committee and advised the Council that he had been approached by
two members of Council to serve as liaisons. Councilmember Alexander moved to appoint
Councilmembers Watson and Sheehan to serve on the Work Study .Committee as advisory
liaisons. Councilmember Tunnell 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.
29. Consider approval of a Resolution for the purpose of voting for a member of
the Board of Directors of the Dallas Central Appraisal District, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve Resolution No. 111495.3 for the purpose of voting
for Milburn Gravley to serve on the Board of Directors of the Dallas Central Appraisal District,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Sheehan 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.
30. Consider approval of naming park property at Sandy Lake and Coppell
Roads.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Councilmember Mayo moved to
name the park at Sandy Lake Road and Coppell Road "Thweatt Park." Councilmember Tunnell
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. Consider approval of an Ordinance abandoning Riverchase Drive west of
MacArthur Blvd. and authorizing the Mayor to' sign.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Ordinance No. 95730 abandoning Riverchase
Drive west of MacArthur Blvd. and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Mayo
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.
32. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session
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Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve the settlement agreement in Julia Billhymer vs.
City of Coppell and authorize the City Manager and the Mayor to execute the settlement
agreement prepared by legal counsel and to execute any other documents necessary to effectuate
a settlement. 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.
33. City Manager's Report.
There was no City Manager Report.
34. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Morton announced that the decorating of City Hall would be on Wednesday,
November 15, 1995 and invited all citizens to participate.
B. Mayor Morton requested that any concerns or comments regarding the Code of Conduct
Ordinance be forwarded to him in the City Manager's office.
C. Mayor Morton advised that the Thanksgiving Luncheon would be held on November 21,
1995 at 11:30 a.m.
35. Liaison Reports.
Library Board -- Councilmember Sheehan announced that the Library Board had held two
meetings since her last report and there were discussions on the proposed 1/2 cent sales tax and
whether the Library would be included and a presentation was given by GTE on distance
learning and building electronic consortiums. The Library Board recommended Tom Crampton
to be on the 1/2 cent sales tax committee. Councilmember Sheehan also announced that the
library is in need of volunteers.
Economic Development Partnership -- Councilmember Sheehan reported that the partnership
felt the Broker's Reception was a success and the reception will be continued from year to year.
The Partnership passed an advertising guideline and discussed the Internet and Home Page.
Office on Senior Adult Services -- Mayor Pro Tem Robertson advised that items were still being
collected for the holiday baskets.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson announced that he would not be in attendance at the December 12,
1995 Council meeting.
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Councilmember Tunnell stated that the Sign Committee had been meeting Weekly and should be
bringing something forward shortly.
Councilmember Tunnell advised that she, Councilmember Sheehan, Councilmember Sturges
and Chief Miller attended a Metrocrest-wide Domestic Violence symposium..
Councilmember Tunnell reported that FunFest would hold a meeting on Thursday,
November 16, 1995.
Park Board -- Councilmember Watson announced that the Park Board meeting centered around
the 1/2 cent sales tax. The Park Board set up three committees being Athletic, Trail
Development and Aquatic Facilities. Jim Still was elected to be the Park Board's member on
the 1/2 sales tax committee.
D/FW Airport Expansion - Noise Task Force Delegation -- Councilmember Sturges announced
that a meeting would be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 16, 1995.
Telecommunication Board -- Councilmember Sturges expanded on the issue raised by
Councilmember Sheehan regarding the movement in communications. Mayor Morton requested
that City Manager Jim Witt gather information regarding the group forming relative to TIF
Grants.
Mayor Morton announced that the Make A Child Smile Program would be ready on Monday,
November 20, 1995 for ornaments to be taken.
Mayor Morton thanked the Home Rule Charter Commission for a successful' charter review and
amendments.
City Manager Jim Witt informed Becky Garcia, Executive Director of the YMCA, who just
arrived in the meeting, that the Joint Use Agreement had been approved.
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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