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CM 1996-02-27 MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 27, 1996 The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, February 27, 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 Tern Norm Alexander, Councilmember Chuck Sturges, Councilmember Danny L. Watson, Councilmember (late arrival) 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 B. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real property. 1. Park Land Acquisition Councilmember Watson arrived during Executive Session. Mayor Morton convened into Executive Session at 6:01 p.m., as allowed under the above-stated article. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 6:52 p.m. and opened the Work Session. CM022796 Page 1 of 14 WORK SESSION (Open to the Public) 3. Convene Work Session A. Update on Runway 16/34. B. Improvements to Parking Lot at Andrew Brown, Jr. Community Park West C. Discussion of proposed timetable to begin the reconstruction of Wrangler Drive. D. Discussion of Agenda Items. REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public) 4. Invocation. Mayor Morton led those present in the Invocation. 5. Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Morton led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance. 6. Proclamations: A. Consider approval of a proclamation naming March 1st as "Ann McNear and Mary Evelyn Mobley Day" in the City of Coppell recognizing their ten years of service to the library and to the Friends of the William T. Cozby Public Library organization, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Mayor Morton recognized Ann McNear and Mary Evelyn Mobley for their ten years of service to the library and to the Friends of the William T. Cozby Public Library organization. Mayor Morton read the Proclamation into the record, and presented copies of the Proclamation and plaques to Mary Evelyn Mobley and Ann McNear. Said proclamation named March the 1st, 1996, as "Mary Evelyn Mobley and Ann McNear Appreciation Day." B. Consider approval of Proclamation naming March 1996 as CMS-WEST BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL MONTH and authorizing the Mayor to sign. CM022796 Page 2 of 14 Mayor Morton recognized Coppell Middle School-West for being named a Blue Ribbon School by the lJ. S. Department of Education, and he commended Coppell ISD Superintendent Buddy Echols; Deena Reeves, President, CISD School Board; and CMS-West Principal Vern Edin for their dedication to excellence. Recognition and appreciation was also extended to Brenda Price, Dallas Region's Outstanding Middle School Teacher and Chairperson of the CMS-West National Blue Ribbon Committee. Mayor Morton read the Proclamation into the record and proclaimed the month of March, 1996, as CMS-West Blue Ribbon School month. Mayor Morton gave the floor to Vern Edin who recognized the community's role in and contribution to this achievement, and accepted the Proclamation on behalf of the Coppell ISD. 7. Citizen's Appearances. A. Bill York, 140 DeAnn, addressed the Council and expressed his support for the second half of Consent Agenda Item 10 C, which will consider approval of a staff proposal to put a sidewalk down at the four plex at CMS-West this spring. Mr. York informed the council that the baseball program recently established a new Challenger League for disabled children, which will enable them to play within Coppell's complex instead of having to look for opportunities to play elsewhere. B. Bill Earnheart, 847 Chalfont Place, concurred with Bill York's statements, and expressed appreciation for the support already received from the City for improvements to the CPS-West athletic four plex. Mr. Earnheart urged continued support to ensure that all citizens can enjoy the Copppell youth sports associations as the City continues to grow. C. Joe Shirley, 582 Villawood Lane, expressed his concern regarding Consent Agendas in general and, on this occasion, Consent Agenda Item 10 B. Mr. Shirley indicated that he wants to be informed as to what this agenda item involves, and he requested that this item be pulled from the Consent Agenda and considered during the regular session. 8. Consider approval of a Resolution to rename the Service Center to the Jackie W. White Service Center and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Mayor Morton read the Resolution into the record renaming the Service Center on DeForest Road the Jackie W. White Service Center. Jackie White's wife, Nicki, and son, Josh, were present to accept the Resolution. Councilmember Mayo moved to approve Agenda Items 6A, 6B, and 8, carrying Resolution No. 022796.1 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Alexander 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. CM022796 Page 3 of 14 9. Presentation by Library Board Chairman Melinda Surbaugh to request consideration of increasing library technology budget. Melinda Surbaugh, Chairman of the Library Board, 371 Harwell, made a presentation to request consideration of additional funds for automation of the Library. Ms. Surbaugh stated that the role of the library in today's society is changing from the printed page to electronic access. Approximately $165,000 will be required if the library is to supply this service. Benefits to the community include multi-access to the library, the internet in the City, with dial up access from home, and direct access to our data base. CD-ROM capability and tower storage will replace many Reference Section costs; provide hardware and software with the capability to scan current information onto the on-line system; allow patron, library staff, and city staff training capabilities in software packages; link services offered through the City Hall to the library and public; and provide the ability to link with other information services. Councilmember Sturges questioned Ms. Surbaugh regarding the availability of Internet Assistance Grants, and she indicated that although the library has been turned down for one such grant, alternatives to pursue other grants are being investigated, and this will be an on-going process. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson questioned the immediate need for the $165,000, and suggested the possibility that this could be phased in over a period of time with annual appropriations over the next five years. Ms. Surbaugh stated that a large portion of the $165,000 will be required over the next year, with two years being the desired maximum funding period. Mayor Pro Tern Robertson stated that the Finance Committee will take that under advisement. Mayor Morton questioned if the prices were off State contracts, which would be a possible cost savings. Ms. Surbaugh said the Friends of the Library will help with funding, and all possibile avenues are being explored. No action was required by Council. CONSENT AGENDA 10. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items: A. Consider approval of minutes: February 13, 1996 B. Consider approval of an ordinance amending Ordinance #93584 regarding personnel policies and procedures SOP #'s 1111, 1112, 1121, 1128, 1145, 1150, 1161, 1181, 1182, 1189 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. C. Consider approval of staff proposal to provide an asphaltic paving surface with striping and signage to Andrew Brown, Jr. Community Park West parking lot not to exceed $60,000.00 from Street CIP, and to provide a concrete sidewalk at the Coppell Middle School West athletic four plex in the amount of $16,000.00 from Park CIP. CM022796 Page 4 of 14 D. Consider approval of a variance to allow for the placement of a temporary storage building at the First Baptist Church of Coppell, located at 590 S. Denton Tap Road, during their construction of a new sanctuary for a period of time not to exceed three years, and waiving variance and permit fees. E. Consider approval of a request for a variance from Section 10-8-3(D) of the Sign Ordinance which requires subdivision identification signs to be located within the subdivision they identify, to allow an off-premise subdivision identification sign. This variance is being requested by Mr. Bill Barney of Wilbow Corporation on behalf of the Old Coppell Estates subdivision. F. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances to provide for a maximum investigation fee (in cases where work is begun without first obtaining a building permit), equal to the permit fee, not to exceed an amount of one thousand dollars ($1,000.00), G. Consider approval of a variance from Section 10-8-4 of the Sign Ordinance for allowance of a temporary construction sign for the Coppell Family YMCA located off the proposed Town Center Boulevard (please refer to location plan), to advertise the future location of their facility. This variance is being requested by Mr. W.D. Byrne, Director of Property/Risk Management for YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. H. Consider approval of awarding Bid Q-1295-01 for the purchase of sign materials from Roadrunner, 3M, Nippon Carbide, Centerline and Unistrut for an estimated total of $25,000. I. Consider approval of awarding Bid Q-0196-01 for reinforced concrete pavement repairs within the city limits to Abcon Paving for a total sum of $62,840. J. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. ZC-$88, Riverchase, changing the zoning from O (Office) to LI (Light Industrial) on 4.4383 acres of property located on the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, north of and adjacent to the TU easement, approximately 1,249 feet north of Riverchase Drive, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. CM022796 Page 5 of 14 _. K. Consider approval of a Public Road Escrow Agreement between the Parks of Coppell Trust and the City of Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to sign. L. Consider approval of a Construction Supervision Agreement for Town Center Boulevard between the Parks of Coppell Trust and the City of Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to sign. M. Consider approval of awarding Bid/Contract # Q-1295-02 for the construction of Town Center Drive and Town Center Boulevard as allocated for in the CIP Program and the Public Road Escrow Agreement with the Parks of Coppell Trust to Site Concrete, Inc. in the amount of $~.4,214.25 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. N. Consider approval of awarding Bid/Contract #Q-1196-03 for the construction of Andrew Brown Jr. Community Park East Outflow Structure Project # DR 95-03 as allocated for in the CIP Program to Renaissance Contractors Inc. in the amount of $24,961.25 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. ...... O. Consider approval of awarding Bid/Contract # Q-1295-03 for the construction of 16" Water Main Improvements in Denton Tap Road from Parkway Blvd. to the north side of S.H. 121 Bypass as allocated in the CIP Program to J.C. Evans Construction Co. in the amount of $269,966.00 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. P. Consider approval of amending the Agreement between Dallas County and the City of Coppell to provide additional funding in an amount not to exceed $45,000.00 to reconstruct the north portion of West Bethel Road and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Q. Consider approval of awarding Bid Q-0196-02 to: 1. Prestige Ford in the amount of $85,758.00 to purchase a 3/4 ton crew truck, a superduty cab/chassis dump truck, and 1 ton crew cab/chassis truck; 2. Zimmerer Kabota in the amount of $19,252.36 to purchase diesel tractor; 3. Gail's Flags in the amount of $5,695.00 to purchase shattertine aerator; 4. Shor-line in the amount of $10,042.00 to purchase animobile. CM022796 Page 6 of 14 R. Consider approval of an ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 4, Article 4-3 to provide for the designation of a city impoundment facility and authorizing the Mayor to sign. S. Consider approval of an ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 6, Article 6-9 to provide regulations for the operation of tow trucks and authorizing the Mayor to sign. T. Consider approval of an ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 9, Article 9-4 to provide regulations for the abatement of junked vehicles and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Items B, D, E, J, K, M, and Q were pulled for further consideration. Items A, C, F, G, H, I, L, N, O, P, R, S, and T -- Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Agenda Items A, C, F carrying Ordinance No. 96745, G, H, I, L, N, O, P, R carrying Ordinance No. 96746, S carrying Ordinance No. 96747, and T carrying Ordinance No. 96748 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; 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 Pro Tem Robertson stated that the majority of the items being considered under 10 B are state mandated items for which city policies must be adjusted. This process involves a committee of employees who review the personnel policy and make recommendations for necessary changes. These recommendations are referred to Staff and Human Resources who in turn refer them to Mayor Pro Tern Robertson and Councilmembers Watson and Mayo for review. City Manager Jim Witt added that in addition to this, these recommendations are reviewed by the legal staff. Mr. Witt, City Manager, proceeded to explain the changes for SOP No.'s 1111, 1112, 1121, 1128, 1145, 1150, 1161, 1181, 1182, and 1189 to those present. Following discussion, Mayor Pro Tern Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 10 B approving Ordinance No. 96744, amending Ordinance No. 93584, regarding personnel policies and procedures SOP No.'s 1111, 1112, 1121, 1128, 1145, 1150, 1161, 1181, 1182, 1189 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. CM022796 Page 7 of 14 Item D -- Mayor Morton questioned the visibility of the storage building from Denton Tap, and was informed by Greg Jones, Chief Building Official, that it is located behind the Baptist Church and is not visible. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 10 D approving a variance to allow for the placement of a temporary storage building at the First Baptist Church of Coppell, located at 590 S. Denton Tap Road, during their construction of a new sanctuary for a period of time not to exceed three years, and waiving variance and permit fees. 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 E -- Councilmember Sheehan moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 10E approving a request for a variance from Section 10-8-3(D) of the Sign Ordinance which requires subdivision identification signs to be located within the subdivision they identify, to allow an off-premise subdivision identification sign for a period of 1 year or when 75% of the lots are sold. 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. Item J -- Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 10 J approving Ordinance No. 91500-A-122 for Case No. ZC-588, Riverchase, changing the zoning from O (Office) to LI (Light Industrial) on 4.4383 acres of property located on the east side of MacArthur Boulevard, north of and adjacent to the TU easement, approximately 1,249 feet north of Riverchase Drive, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Sheehan 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. Items K and M -- Mayor Morton opened a discussion of Consent Agenda Item 10 K as it relates to Consent Agenda Item 10 M, and asked to be informed regarding what part of the $444,214.25 is for Town Center Boulevard. Ken Griffin, City Engineer, made a presentation to the Council. Following discussion, Councilmember Sheehan moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 10 K approving a Public Road Escrow Agreement between the Parks of Coppell Trust and the City of Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to sign and Consent Agenda Item 10 M approving awarding Bid/Contract #Q-1295-02 for the construction of CM022796 Page 8 of 14 Town Center Drive and Town Center Boulevard as allocated for in the CIP Program and the Public Road Escrow Agreement with the Parks of Coppell Trust to Site Concrete, Inc. in the amount of $444,214.25 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Mayor Pro Tern 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. Item Q -- Mayor Pro Tem Robertson questioned what type of Zimmerer Kabota diesel tractor is being purchased. Jim Ragsdill, Purchasing Agent, made a presentation to Council. Following discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to approve Consent Agenda Item 10 Q approving awarding Bid #Q-0196-02 to: 1) Prestige Ford in the amount of $85,758.00 to purchase a 3/4 ton crew truck, a superduty cab/chassis dump truck, and I ton crew cab/chassis truck; 2) Zimmerer Kabota in the amount of $19,252.36 to purchase diesel tractor; 3) Gail's Flags in the amount of $5,695.00 to purchase shattertine aerator; and 4) Shor-line in the amount of $10,042.00 to purchase animobile. 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. 11. PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED): Consider approval of Case No. PD-108R, The Springs, zoning change from PD-LI (Planned Development, Light Industrial) to PD-SF-9 (Planned Development, Single Family-9), to modify the planned development to allow the development of single-family detached homes on a 29.884 acres tract of land located on the south side of Bethel Road, approximately 490 feet west of Denton Tap Road. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to Council, and recommended approval subject to the four conditions stated in his presentation. Mayor Morton opened the public hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak regarding this proposal. There were none. Councilmember Watson requested that Ken Griffin address the issue of drainage and errosion. Ken Griffin, City Engineer, made a presentation to Council. Councilmember Tunnel requested clarification regarding whether there would or would not be front-entry garages. Gary Sieb stated that the lots in question would have side-entry garages, although not a condition of approval of the PD, and suggested that the applicant address this issue. Bruce Heller, The Fults Companies, Dallas, Texas, made a brief presentation to the Council, and agreed to make side-entry garages a condition of the PD. Mayor Pro Tem Robertson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. PD-108R, The Springs, zoning change from PD-LI CM022796 Page 9 of 14 (Planned Development, Light Industrial) to PD-SF-9 (Planned Development, Single Family-9), to modify the planned development to allow the development Of single-family detached homes on a 29.884 acres tract of land located on the south side of Bethel Road, approximately 490 feet west of Denton Tap Road, with the following conditions: 1) applicant must pay park fee of $1,285 per lot; 2) applicant will conduct a flood plain reclamation study; 3) applicant will agree to no parking in medians; 4) the PD site plan will include 1.6 acres of open space; 5) homes will have'side-entry garages. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion as amended; 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. 12. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to redesignate certain sections and to add amended Sign Regulations as Section 29, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Mayor Morton reconvened into Executive Session at 8:26 p.m., as allowed under Section 551.071 - Consultation with City Attorney. Mayor Morton adjourned the Executive Session at 8:44 p.m. and reconvened into Open Session. Mayor Morton recognized City Attorney Peter Smith who wished to clarify a question raised by a citizen in the community regarding the ability of the City Council to meet in Executive Session to obtain advice from the City Attorney on an Agenda Item without having it posted on the Agenda. Attorney Smith stated that under the Open Meetings Act, state law allows for the protection of attorney-client privilege as regards a member of the City Council asking a question on an issue which requires legal advice. Councilmember Sturges moved to approve Item No. 12, Ordinance No. 96749, amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to redesignate certain sections and to add amended Sign Regulations as Section 29 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Watson seconded the motion. At this time, Mayor Morton recognized Mayor Pro Tem Robertson who asked a question regarding whether or not it would be a violation if a poster advertising a city function were put up in a window which already had a window sign using the full ten percent. A discussion ensued. Mayor Morton asked if there was any further discussion. There was none. The motion carried 6-1 with Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell, Mayo, and Sheehan voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Robertson voting against the motion. CM022796 Page 10 of 14 13. Consider approval of an ordinance amending the code of ordinances by amending Chapter 9, Section 9-11-7, to designate game fields and to add Subsection I to designate closed fields, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Agenda Item No. 13 was pulled from the agenda. 14. Consider approval of an ordinance calling an election for May, 4, 1996 to vote for or against a proposition for the adoption of an additional one-half of one- percent sales and use tax pursuant to Section 4B of the Development Corporation Act of 1979 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Morton asked for questions or comments. There were none, and Councilmember Sheehan moved to approve Ordinance No. 96750 calling an election for May 4, 1996 to vote for or against a proposition for the adoption of an additional one-half of one-percent sales and use tax pursuant to Section 4B of the Development Corporation Act of 1979 and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Watson 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. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session. There was no action necessary under this item. 16. City Manager's Report. There was no City Manager's Report. 17. Mayor's Report. A. Mayor Morton complimented Chief Lindstrom and his Fire Department for their development and implementation of a new, highly effective, state-of-the-art fire suppression system, with specially-designed hose carriers, intended for use in long, extended buildings. Mayor Morton also discussed the new fire fighting uniform being used by our firefighters for grass fires. This cooler, lighter weight uniform is designed to protect the firefighter CM022796 Page 11 of 14 without weighing him down, thereby reducing heat-related difficulties. A new lightweight standard boot is also being utilized for fighting grass rites. B. Mayor Morton discussed the cost associated with Requests for Information from the State of Texas. Approximately $2677 has been spent in the first quarter, which would equate to about $11,000 for the year. Mayor Morton questioned City Attorney Peter Smith about the feasiblity of applying the GSC guidelines used by the State to the requests for information here in the City of Coppell, and also requested that Attorney Smith verify the accuracy of fees currently being charged by the State for information. C. Mayor Morton addressed the City Council with regard to a copy of a letter written by Ramsey Eddins which he received this date. He was asked to share this letter with members of the City Council, and stated that a copy of the letter would be provided to them. D. Mayor Morton also discussed the letter, a copy of which was supplied to Council by City Manager Jim Witt regarding "corruption, a cancer through the City." He expressed his disagreement with the sentiments expressed in the letter, and thanked Mr. Witt for sharing the letter with him and members of the City Council. 18. Liaison Reports. Library Board -- Councilmember Sheehan announced that the Friends of the Library booksale is this weekend, Friday, March 1st, 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, March 2nd, 9-4 p.m.; and Sunday, March 3rd, 1-4 p.m. at the Public Library. Help is needed to sort and set up books and afterwards, to straighten up. Books can be donated by bringing them to the Library from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. now through Wednesday. Next general meeting of Friends of the Library is Thursday, March 21st, 7:00 p.m. in the Library. The Library held a public hearing last week concerning their five-year master plan. The main topics of interest were technology with regard to the internet connecting the library to citizens' home computers and a desire to enlarge the very successful Summer Reading Program. Economic Development Partnership -- Councilmember Sheehan shared several promotional gifts, including Duck Call and Jump Start. Mayor Morton extended his compliments to Bill Harries who has volunteered his time and worked diligently on this project. He also extended his thanks to Redi-Form, a corporate citizen, for their help and cooperation. CM022796 Page 12 of 14 D/FW Airport Expansion - Noise Task Force Delegation -- Councilmember Sturges stated that a joint work session will be held on Monday evening, March 4th, at 6:00 p.m. between City Council and CISD regarding runway 16/34. This is open to the public, although it is not a public hearing. Mr. Witt commented that at this time, it is still tentative that FAA and D/FW personnel will be here, although they were originally slated to be here. The work session will be held in the 2nd floor conference room2 YMCA Liaison Committee -- Councilmember Sturges reminded Councilmembers of the YMCA groundbreaking and sign unveiling for the new YMCA site just south of the Town Center. This will take place at 3:00, Wednesday, March 6th, with a reception following in the atrium of Town Center. Councilmember Sturges commended six students from Coppell High School who recently attended the Youth in Government program in Austin. He stated that these students represented both themselves and the City very well. Around two hundred Bills were introduced during the session; ten of which passed; five of which were signed by the Governor, and two of those Bills that were passed and signed came from Coppell. One of these established a spousal abuse felony with penalties, and the other restricted convicted felons from being eligible for parole or good-time eligible credit until serving __ at least one-half plus one day of their original sentence. Telecommunication Board -- Councilmember Sturges stated that a programming switch is being considered which may result in the NASA channel, which is currently shown in the evening, being rescheduled during the day to enable schoolchildren to benefit from this programming. A possible eVening replacement would be the Art Channel, which focuses on classical music and dance. Councilmember Sturges shared a letter he received from a Coppell citizen, who lives on Park Valley Drive. In her letter, Ms. Janice Ruegg expressed her belief that the 30 mph speed limit is too fast for residential streets. She stated that the speed limit is routinely abused, and the tickets that are written for less than ten miles in excess of the limit rarely hold up in court. She supports the speed hump program, which has been proposed in previous Council meetings, and included petition signatures from a dozen of her neighbors. CM022796 Page 13 of 14 There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned. Tom Morton, Mayor ATTEST: Linda Grau, City Secretary CM022796 Page 14 of 14