CM 1996-01-09 MINUTES OF JANUARY 9, 1996
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, January 9,
1996 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, 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, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
1. CED, et al vs. City of Coppell, et al.
2. Special Use Permit requirements as they relate to signage.
a. C.J.'s Clubhouse and Grill.
B. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property.
1. Public Works and Park site.
Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 6:14 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Morion adjourned the Executive Session at 6:53 p.m. and opened the Work
Session.
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WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session
A. Roadway Impact Fees.
B. Standing Seam Metal Roof Report.
C. Discussion of Agenda Items.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Reconvene Regular Session.
5. Invocation.
Mayor Morton led those present in the Invocation.
6. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Morton led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
7. Citizen's Appearances.
A. Report by Riverchase Homeowners' Association on efforts to become
part of Coppell Independent School District and a request for
community support.
A. Andy Wagner, 601 Wellington, made a presentation to the Council regarding the
unification of the City under one school system.
B. Tom Samson, 1307 Barrington Drive, discussed the school boundary issue.
C. Randy Ryskamp, 1335 Westchester Drive, also spoke in support of becoming part of
Coppell School District.
D. Bennett Ratliff, 504 Sora Lane, Chair of the Half Cent Advisory Committee, reported
to Council on the status of the committee. Four meetings have been held and three
public hearings are scheduled for January 11, 6:30 p.m. at Town Center Elementary
School; January 25, 6:30 p.m. at Town Center in Council Chambers and February 6,
6:30 p.m. at W. T. Cozby Public Library.
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Mayor Pro Tem Robertson inquired as to what the City could do to show support for the
Riverchase citizens in the school issue. Andy Wagner advised that each school district will hold
a formal hearing. Mr. Wagner clarified that the issue was being brought by the residents of
southeast Coppell and not the Riverchase Homeowners' Association. Mayor Morton suggested
that the situation be monitored and that the school liaisons report on any happenings.
CONSENT AGENDA
8. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: December 12, 1995
B. Consider approval of a resolution supporting the vertical expansion of
the DFW Recycling and Disposable Facility; and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
C. Consider approval making final payment to Rodman Excavation, Inc.
for work performed to Andrew Brown Jr. Community Park East, in
the amount of $53,649.50.
~-- D. Discussion and consideration of approval of an Ordinance amending
Chapter 17 of the Code of Ordinances to delay the imposition,
assessment and collection of Roadway Impact Fees and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
E. Consider approval of a Resolution amending a program to promote
Economic Development pursuant to Chapter 380 of the Texas Local
Government Code, as amended.
F. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the budget for the Fiscal
Year October 1, 1995 through September 30, 1996; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
G. (A) Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Section 18 of the
Code of Ordinances to provide that various fees of the City shall
be established by resolution of the City Council; and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
(B) Consider approval of a Resolution of the City Council
establishing various fees; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
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H. Consider approval of a contract with Halff and Associates Inc. for
FEMA map revisions for Andrew Brown Park West, the DeForest
Service Center and the existing Fire Station #1 (future Senior Citizens
Center); and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
I. Consider approval of an Ordinance with special conditions for Case No.
S-1098R, Lakeside Village, Phase II, to change the zoning from C
(Commercial) and C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit) to C-
S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit) for a grocery store, including
a bank and a food court for restaurant use for property located at the
northwest corner of Sandy Lake Road and MacArthur Boulevard; and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
J. Consider approval of an Ordinance with special conditions for Case No.
PD-120R, Waterside Estates, Phase II, to change the zoning from PD-
SF-9 (Planned Development, Single Family-9) to PD-SF-9 (Planned
Development, Single Family-9) to amend the conditions pertaining to
building height for property located near the northwest corner of
Parkway Boulevard and MacArthur Boulevard; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
K. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. ZC-586(CH), to
change the zoning from 2F-9 (Two Family Residential) to SF-9 (Single
Family-9) in the Northlake Woodlands Addition, Section Six excepting
of Lots 1-10, Block 11, and the Phillips Addition I, II & III, located
approximately 410 feet east of the intersection of Bethel School Road
and Denton Tap Road; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
L. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. ZC-585(CH), to
change the zoning from 2F-9 (Two Family Residential) to SF-7 (Single
Family-7) in the Braewood West Addition, on property located
approximately 550 feet east of the intersection of Sandy Lake Road and
Denton Tap Road; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
M. Consider approval of Austin Place, Final Plat, to allow the development
of a residential subdivision, located on the east side of Moore Road,
approximately 250 feet north of Sandy Lake Road.
N. Consider approval of a request for a variance from Article 9-7-1 D of
the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coppell for standing seam metal
roof, as requested by Frank Stitch.
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_ O. Consider approval of awarding Bid #Q-1195-03 for the purchase of
water meters in the following manner: Master Meter - Spec #0100 all
sizes; ABB Kent Meters - Spec #0200 and #0300 all sizes; Metro Valve
and Pipe - Spec #0400 and #0500 all sizes; Badger Meter - Spec #0600
all sizes in a total amount not to exceed $86,000.00.
P. Consider approval of awarding Bid #Q-1195-02 to North Texas
Municipal Construction Company, Inc. of Dallas, Texas in the amount
of $933,000.00 for the Village Parkway Pump Station Improvements
project; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Q. Consider approval of a request from Vari-Lite, Inc. to waive the
screening requirement required in Section 33 of the City of Coppell
Zoning Ordinance related to loading area.
Items D, F and M were pulled for further consideration.
Items A, B, C, E, G, H, I, J, K, L, N, O, P and Q --
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Items 8 A, B carrying Resolution
No. 010996.1, C, E carrying Resolution No. 010996.2, G carrying Ordinance No. 96737 and
Resolution No. 010996.3, H, I carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-109, J carrying Ordinance No.
91500-A-110, K carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-111, L carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-112,
N, O, P and Q. 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.
Item D --
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Councilmember Mayo moved to
approve Consent Agenda Item 8 D carrying Ordinance No. 96735. 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.
Item F --
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson
moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 8 F carrying Ordinance 96736. 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.
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Item M --
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 8 M. 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.
9. A. Consideration and approval to accept the resignation of Library Board
Member Donna Still.
B. Consideration to appoint an applicant to fill the vacancy on the Library
Board.
A. Councilmember Tunnell moved to accept the resignation of Library Board Member
Donna Still. 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.
B. Councilmember Tunnell moved to appoint Alternate Sheila Busby to fill the unexpired
term of Donna Still on the Library Board and to fill the vacated alternate position at a
later date. Councilmember Sheehan 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.
10. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of amending the designation of the Vari-Lite, Inc., Tax
Abatement 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 redesignation is that property owned
collectively by Vari-Lite, Inc. described as Abstract 56, part of Tract 6.1
(32.8332 acres), located at the northwest corner of Belt Line Road and
Lakeshore Drive.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak
regarding this proposal. There were none. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the
Public Hearing and approve Ordinance No. 96738 amending the designation of the Vari-Lite,
Inc. Tax Abatement area as Reinvestment Zone No. 7; pursuant to Section 312.201 of the
Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, said area being the property owned
collectively by Vari-Lite, Inc., described as Abstract 56, part of Track 6.1 (32.8332 acres),
located at the northwest comer of Belt Line Road and Lakeshore Drive in the City of Coppell,
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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.
11. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the designation of the Vari-Lite,
Inc. Tax Abatement area as Reinvestment Zone No. 7; pursuant to Section
312.201 of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act, said area
being the property owned collectively by Vari-Lite, Inc., described as Abstract
56, part of Track 6.1 (32.8332 acres), located at the northwest corner of Belt
Line Road and Lakeshore Drive in the City of Coppell; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 10. See Item 10 for minutes.
12. Consider approval to award Bid Q-1095-01 in the bid amount of $2,191,000.00
plus $1,916.00 in alternates for a total of $2,192,916.00 to Mid-South
Contractors for the construction of an approximately 21,865 square foot
Criminal Justice Center.
-- David Miller, Police Chief, made a presentation to the Council stating that PSA was the
architectural firm designing the building and that Mid-South Contractors would construct the
building, which will be completed 300 days from bid approval. Mayor Morton inquired as to
whether the building would contain a kennel for Ashley and was assured that it would. Frances
Moore, Director of Municipal Court, made a presentation regarding the interior contents of the
new building pertaining the the Court. Chief Miller advised Council regarding the facilities
relating to the Police Department portion of the building. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to
approve Bid Q-1095-01 in the bid amount of $2,191,000.00 plus $1,916.00 in alternates for a
total of $2,192,916.00 to Mid-South Contractors for the construction of an approximately 21,865
square foot Criminal Justice Center. 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.
13. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-131R, The Estates of Cambridge Manor,
zoning change from PD-SF-12 (Planned Development, Single Family-12) to
PD-SF-12 (Planned Development, Single Family-12), to amend the conditions
of the Planned Development as they apply to certain corner lots to permit
enclosure of side yards with fences no closer than 5' to a street right-of-way,
located along the north side of DeForest Road; approximately 1,600' east of
MacArthur Boulevard.
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Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council
stating that the Applicant was agreeable to dropping ten of the lots for which a reduced side yard
was requested in exchange for a 5-foot side yard on Lots 1 and 7. Mr. Sieb advised that
because the Planning Commission did not grant a 5-foot side yard on Lot 7, a 3/4 vote would
be needed from Council for approval. This Public Hearing remained open from the December
12, 1995 Council Meeting. Mayor Morton asked for those persons wishing to speak regarding
this proposal. Mark Oosthuizen, 829 Kings Canyon Court, indicated that his lot was LOt 7 and
requested approval of the 5-foot side yard. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the
Public Heating and approve Case No. PD-131R, The Estates of Cambridge Manor, zoning
change from PD-SF-12 (Planned Development, Single Family-12) to PD-SF-12 (Planned
Development, Single Family-12), to amend the conditions of the Planned Development as they
apply to certain comer lots to permit enclosure of side yards with fences no closer than 5' to a
street right-of-way, located along the north side of DeForest Road; approximately 1,600' east
of MacArthur Boulevard with the following conditions: 1) on LOt 1, Block E, and LOt 7, Block
A, the side yard fences may be moved to within 5 feet of Prince Edward Lane right-of-way; and
2) the sideyard fence on Lot 7, Block B, may be built within 5 feet of the Castle Creek Drive
right-of-way. 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.
14. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1101, Park 'N Fly, Temporary Batch Plant,
zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial,
Special Use Permit), to allow the location of a temporary concrete batch plant
on the Park 'N Fly site, located along the northeast corner of Royal Lane and
Gateway Boulevard.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton stated he would like to see an amendment come through on the ordinances to
allow 90 days. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to open the Public Hearings on Items 14 and
15 and if no opposition to close the Public Heatings on Items 14 and 15 and approve Case No.
S-1101, Park 'N Fly, Temporary Batch Plant, zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-
S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit), to allow the location of a temporary concrete
batch plant on the Park 'N Fly site, located along the northeast comer of Royal Lane and
Gateway Boulevard and approve Case No. S-1100, Copper Stone Addition, Temporary Batch
Plant, zoning change from SF- 12 (Single-Family- 12) to SF- 12-S.U.P. (Single Family- 12, Special
Use Permit), to allow the location of a temporary concrete batch plant on the Copper Stone
subdivision, located west of the intersection of Parkway Boulevard and Cowboy Drive; for a 90-
day period on both sites. Councilmember Sheehan 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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15. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1100, Copper Stone Addition, Temporary
Batch Plant, zoning change from SF-12 (Single-Family-12) to SF-12-S.U.P.
(Single Family-12, Special Use Permit), to allow the location of a temporary
concrete batch plant for 60 days on the Copper Stone subdivision, located west
of the intersection of Parkway Boulevard and Cowboy Drive.
This item was considered under Item 14. See Item 14 for minutes.
16. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Northlake 635 Business Park, Replat of Lot 1, Block 1,
to further divide Block 1 and to record the easements on the property that will
allow the development of 212,000 square foot regional distribution facility and
a 50,000 square foot outlet center, located on the southwest corner of Beltline
Road and Lakeshore Drive.
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
regarding this proposal. Felix deGolian, representing Haverty Furniture Company, Applicant,
addressed the Council. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and
approve Northlake 635 Business Park, Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, to further divide Block 1 and
to record the easements on the property that will allow the development of 212,000 square foot
regional distribution facility and a 50,000 square foot outlet center, located on the southwest
comer of Beltline Road and Lakeshore Drive with the following conditions: 1) provide planter
islands for every 15 "pup" parking spaces and each island shall contain at least 1 tree; 2)
landscape plan must be sealed by either a licensed landscape architect or a bonafide nurseryman
and the irrigation plan must be sealed by a licensed landscape irrigator; 3) parking variance is
granted by the Board of Adjustment; 4) show the proposed left turn on Beltline Road. Need
100' transition and 100' storage; and 5) the monument sign shall be externally lit, as volunteered
by the applicant. 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.
17. Consider approval of Northlake 635 Business Park, Lot 2, Block A,
Preliminary Plat, to allow the development of a 235,000 square foot
office/warehouse/distribution facility on a 32.8 acres site, located at the
northwest corner of Belt Line Road and Lakeshore Drive.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council.
Bruce Heller, representing the Applicant, made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tern
Robertson moved to approve Northlake 635 Business Park, Lot 2, Block A, Preliminary Plat,
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to allow the development of a 235,000 square foot office/warehouse/distribution facility on a
32.8 acre site, located at the northwest comer of Belt Line Road and Lakeshore Drive with the
following conditions: 1) an approval signature block be placed on the face of the preliminary
plat; 2) a variance be sought for the hedge screening of the loading dock; 3) provide information
regarding how the drainage ditch adjacent to Beltline will be addressed; and that the final plat
be sent to the Planning and Zoning Commission for approval. 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.
18. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. ZC-588, Riverchase, zoning change from O
(Office) to LI (Light Industrial), on 4.4383 acres of property located on the
east side of MacArthur Blvd., north of and adjacent to TU easement,
approximately 1,249 feet north of Riverchase Drive.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council,
advising that the Planning Commission had denied this item and would therefore require a 3/4
vote of Council to approve the zoning change. Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and
asked for those persons wishing to speak regarding this proposal. Jerry Ragsdale, Applicant,
made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to close the Public
Hearing and approve Case No. ZC-588, Riverchase, zoning change from O (Office) to LI (Light
Industrial), on 4.4383 acres of property located on the east side of MacArthur Blvd., north of
and adjacent to TU easement, approximately 1,249 feet north of Riverchase Drive with the Deed
Restrictions attached and adopting a change to Sections 2 and 4 of the Deed Restrictions
changing the words City Manager to City Council. Councilmember Watson 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.
19. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1102, Colonial Self Storage, zoning change
from LI-S.U.P. and C (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit and Commercial)
to LI-S.U.P and C-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit and
Commercial, Special Use Permit), to allow the expansion of the existing self-
storage facility, located on the east side of Denton Tap Road, south of the St.
Louis & Southwestern Railroad.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak
regarding this proposal. Brian Chandlor, representing the Applicant, made a presentation to the
Council and distributed to Council pictures of proposed signs. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson
moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. S-1102, Colonial Self Storage, zoning
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change from LI-S.U.P. and C (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit and Commercial) to LI-
S.U.P and C-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit and Commercial, Special Use
Permit), to allow the expansion of the existing self-storage facility, located on the east side of
Denton Tap Road, south of the St. Louis & Southwestern Railroad with the following conditions:
1) elevations and building materials as shown on submission documents with no attached signs
and with face brick of commercial grade no lighter than Boral 3205 Doeskin and no darker than
Boral 3605 Red Brown, with the exception of accent bands which may be lighter or darker; 2)
redesign of the plastic inserts on existing attached signs to coordinate with the color of existing
and proposed building materials, with each plastic insert the same and elimination of the reader
board; 3) monument sign redesigned to eliminate backlit plastic and reader board; 4) preparation
of a landscape plan which will greatly enhance the streetscape and which will provide more
visual interest; 5) placement of brick pavers in new driveway to align with sidewalk; 6) sidewalk
across the full frontage of the existing site as well as the expansion site; 7) the signage to be as
was presented Council at this meeting provided any signage must meet the current sign
ordinance. Councilmember Mayo 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.
20. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to incorporate an
amended Sign Ordinance as Section 29.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Service, made a presentation to the Council
and discussed the Sign Committee which was formed in October of 1995 at the request of
Council and the proposed Sign Code. Mr. Sieb stated the six parts to the proposed code were
as follows: 1) that the sign code be made a part of the zoning ordinance; 2) that the height of
monument signs be a maximum of 4 feet on any site that is 2 acres or less, a maximum of 6 feet
on any site greater than 2 acres; 3) the size of monument signs be a maximum of 40 square feet
for sites less than 2 acres, 60 square feet maximum on sites greater than 2 acres; 4) no reader
boards, no plastic cans nor backlit plastic signs; 5) neon is to be replaced with luminous gas;
and 6) the maximum window signage on a facade be limited to 10 percent of the window area.
Mayor Morton opened the Public Hearing. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to hold the Public
Heating open until January 23, 1996. Councilmember Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion
carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson,
Tunnell, Mayo, and gheehan voting in favor of the motion.
21. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
There was no action taken under this item.
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22. City Manager's Report.
A. Renaming Service Center.
A. City Manager Jim Witt advised that the renewal of the franchise agreement with Lone
Star Gas would come before Council on January 23, 1996.
B. City Manager Jim Witt announced that he had received a petition requesting that the
service center on DeForest be renamed the Jackie White Municipal Service Center.
Consensus of Council was to bring this item back as an agenda item after notifying the
family.
C. City Manager Jim Witt stated that open record requests had been received asking for
investigation regarding bills paid to Friedman & Associates. Mr. Witt asked Council if
there was any interest in reaffirming, with an independent auditor, any findings made by
City staff. Consensus of Council was that there was no interest.
23. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Morton announced that a ribbon cutting would be held for FM 2499 flyovers on
Friday, January 12, 1996 at 2:00 p.m.
B. Mayor Morton advised that he had received a letter from Rick Martin commending the
Make A Child Smile program and the eye care his son received.
C. Mayor Morton discussed the numbers of Open Records Requests received by the City.
Mayor Morton requested to see the number of hours spent by staff to process the Open
Records Requests. City Manager Jim Witt advised that the City Secretary's Office would
provide quarterly reports to Council regarding Open Records Requests.
D. Mayor Morton stated there was a letter in the packets from a citizen who had received
a suspicious package on her porch and commended the handling of the situation by the
City Police Department and Fire Department.
E. Mayor Morton read letters expressing thanks to Captain Nix and Captain Goolsby.
24. Liaison Reports.
Councilmember Tunnell advised that she had worked with David Miller, Police Chief, on a grant
to the Criminal Justice Committee VOCA and will have some word by March on the grant.
Councilmember Tunnell stated there is a pig in Funfest, but it looks like a cat.
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Mayor Pro Tem Robertson announced that the Finance Committee had met with the auditors and
they would be present at the next regular Council meeting where a more in depth report would
be available on the budget and fund balance.
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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