CM 1997-06-12 MINUTES OF JUNE 12, 1997 ~
The City Council of the City of Copper met in Special Called Session on Thursday, June 12,
1997 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway Boulevard,
Coppell, Texas. The following members were present:
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
Lanny Mayo, Mayor Pro Tern
Norm Alexander, Councilmember
Chuck Sturges, Councilmember
Danny L. Watson, Councilmember
Marsha Tunnell, Councilmember
Larry Wheeler, Councilmember
Also present were City Manager Jim Witt, City Secretary Kathleen Roach and City Attorney
Peter G. Smith.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
1. Call to order.
Mayor Sheehan 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. Oil and Gas Lease for Wagon Wheel Ranch Property.
2. C.E.D., et al vs. City of Coppell, et al.
3. Stratford Manor
B. Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property & Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation
with City Attorney
1. Park land acquisition.
Mayor Sheehan convened into Executive Session at 6:14 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Sheehan adjourned the Executive Session at 7:15 p.m. and opened the Work
Session.
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WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session A. Discuss appointments to Planning & Zoning Commi.qsion.
B. Discuss Council's Committees.
C. Discussion of Agenda Itemg.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Invocation.
Councilmember Sturges led those present in the Invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Sheehan led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Sheehan announced that congratulations were in order for Councilmember Sturges and
wife, Laurel, on the birth of their baby daughter.
Mayor Sheehan advised that the Council packets had been prepared for the June 10 meeting and
that some items may not be in the same order. Mayor Sheehan also advised those present as
to the signup sheets for Citizen's Appearance and the Public Hearings.
6. Consider appointment of Mayor Pro Tem as required by Section 3.05 of the
Home Rule Charter.
Councilmember Watson moved to appoint Marsha Tunnell as Mayor Pro Tem. Councilmember
Alexander seconded the motion. Mayor Pro Tem Mayo nominated Norm Alexander. City
Attorney Peter G. Smith stated that there was a motion and second and vote must be taken on
the motion before other nominations could be considered. Councilmember Alexander declined
the nomination. Vote was taken on the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Mayo and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Tunnell and Wheeler voting in favor
of the motion.
At this time the Council consisted of:
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
Marsha Tunnell, Mayor Pro Tem
Norm Alexander, Councilmember
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Chuck Sturges, Councilmember _
Danny Watson, Councilmember
Lanny Mayo, Councilmember
Larry Wheeler, Councilmember
7. Consider approval of an Order Calling Special Election for
Councilmember/Place 7 for Saturday, August 9, 1997, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve an Order carrying Resolution No. 061297.1 Calling
Special Election for Councilmember/Place 7 for Saturday, August 9, 1997, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor
Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting
in favor of the motion.
8. Consider approval of a Resolution to appoint Jeanne Heath as Election Judge,
and Martha Jo Cozby as Alternate Election Judge for the August 9, 1997
Special Municipal Election, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember Mayo moved to approve Resolution No. 061297.2 appointing Jeanne Heath as
Election Judge, and Martha Jo Cozby as Alternate Election Judge for the August 9, 1997 Special
Municipal Election, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor of the motion.
9. Presentation from Philip Haley and Carolyn McPherson of Paragon Cable of
the Project Community Award from the Texas Cable Association.
Philip Haley from Paragon Cable advised Council that Paragon had won the Project Community
Award from Texas Cable Association for the 1996 Voter Awareness Drive. Mr. Haley stated
that Paragon wished to share the award with the City of Coppell for the City's participation in
the project.
Councilmember Mayo clarified, for those new to the city, the pronunciation of "Coppell."
10. Presentation by Corps of Engineers on Upper Trinity River Planning Project.
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City Manager Jim Witt introduced Bill Fickle with the Corps of Engineers who gave an
overview of a water development study and the wetlands designation process.
Item 28 was considered at this time. See Item 28 for minutes.
11. Citizen's Appearances.
There were no citizens signed up for this item.
CONSENT AGENDA
12. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: May 27, 1997.
B. Consider approval of awarding bid Q-0497-02 for temporary staff
services to Temporary Help Services (Receptionist, Light Industrial),
Lewisville Staffing (Library Aide, General Clerk I & H), Manpower
(Data Entry Clerk, Sr. Data Entry Clerk, Secretary, Executive
Secretary), Kelly (Accounting Clerk, Sr. Accounting Clerk), and
Peakload (Maintenance Worker).
C. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1074R, White Glove
Express, zoning change from C (Commercial) and C-S.U.P.
(Commercial, Special Use Permi0 to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special
Use Permi0 to amend the existing Special Use Permit to include land
to the south of the existing car wash to allow the construction of an oil
lube and car detailing facility located along the east side of Denton Tap
Road, approximately 500 feet south of Braewood Drive, and authorize
the Mayor to sign.
D. Consider approval of a Resolution supporting the existing boundary
between Denton County and Tarrant County, and opposing Tarrant
County taking land from Denton County, and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
E. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
approving an amendment to Ordinance No. 96772, amending the
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budget for the City for the Fiscal Year October 1, 1996 through
September 30, 1997, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember Mayo moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B, C carrying Ordinance No.
91500-A-163, D carrying Resolution No. 061297.3 and E carrying Ordinance No. 97797.
Councilmember Alexander seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor
of the motion.
13. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of PD-161, Stratford Manor, to change the zoning from A
(Agriculture) to PD-SF-12 (Planned Development, Single Family-12) to allow
the development of a 31-1ot residential subdivision on 15.1257 acres of
property, located on the north side of DeForest Road, approximately 1,000
feet east of MacArthur Boulevard.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council
and indicated that the item would require a three-quarter vote due to the citizen opposition which
had been received. Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons
wishing to speak in favor of this proposal. Tim Sorensen, representing the present owner; Nettie
Long, the owner's sister; Rosemary Long, the owner's niece; Shannon Michey, 204 Finch; Paul
Broadway, the owner's grandson; Walter Pettijohn, 525 Oak Grove; Bill Anderson, representing
Dowdy Anderson, the civil engineer on the project; Kip Allison, representing the developer;
Gary Edwards, the owner's son; Mark Wolfe, 620 Briarglen; John Gray, 704 Cambridge Manor
Lane; Sandra Dutt, 838 DeForest Road and James Terry, 812 DeForest Road spoke in favor of
this proposal. Mayor Sheehan asked for those persons wishing to speak against this proposal.
Seannie Houston, 401 Meadowcreek Road; Wally Gruenes, 713 Castle Creek; Don McCracken,
620 Cambridge Manor Lane; Loretta Mokry, an environmental scientist, 841 W. Mitchell,
Arlington; Tracy Garman, 707 Cambridge Manor Lane; Ernest Auerbach, 625 Cambridge
Manor Lane; Pat Keenan, 412 Wellington; Jim O'Brian, civil engineer for Cambridge Manor
HOA, 815 Lockhaven Lane; Jeanette Auerbach, 625 Cambridge Manor Lane; Susan Sechrist,
President of the Coppell Garden Club, 130 Tennyson Place; Steve Smith, 977 Parker Drive;
Melissa Smith, 977 Parker Drive; Debra Dezendorf, 468 Shadowcrest Lane; David Colondres,
613 Cambridge Manor Lane spoke against this proposal. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell inquired as
to floodplain studies. Ken Griffin, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer, discussed the
floodplain in the subject area and a study done by the Corps of Engineers. Councilmember
Sturges inquired as to the engineering comments on the project and the situation with Prince
Edward Lane. Ken Griffin stated their comments were regarding the flood study and that Prince
Edward Lane could wait so long as it did not create a safety issue. Councilmember Sturges
asked about ordinances existing and enforcement and Ken Griffin stated the ordinances (i.e.
subdivision and floodplain) were enforced. Councilmember Sturges asked about SF12 zoning
as opposed to PD-SF12 on the property. Gary Sieb discussed staff's position on the zoning
Councilmember Sturges asked if the proposed project was a quality development based on the
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City's requirements. Gary Sieb stated that staff recommended the project be approved and that
the plan conforms to the Comprehensive Master Plan. Councilmember Sturges asked Mr.
Allison if he was willing to give a synopsis of the pending contract. Mr. Allison stated that a
contingency on the contract is due at 5:00 p.m. on June 13, 1997. The contingency is that the
zoning be approved. If the zoning is approved, then the second contingency dealing with
permitting begins. Councilmember Watson requested an Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
Mayor Sheehan convened into Executive Session at 10:05 p.m. as allowed under the above-
stated article. Mayor Sheehan adjourned the Executive Session at 10:13 p.m. and continued with
the Regular Session.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Councilmember Watson asked about champion trees. Gary Sieb stated some of the trees were
in the right-of-way of streets. City Manager Jim Witt stated one tree was toward side of right-
.__ of-way and the other tree is in the middle of a home site. Gary Sieb discussed specimen trees
and historic trees. Councilmember Watson wished to add language to any motion to preserve
champion trees. Couneilmember Watson asked about working with an arborist and about any
rise in water level that might be caused by this development. Couneilmember Mayo thanked
everyone for their comments and stated that Council should act in everyone's best interest and
not in the interest of just a few and discussed intrusion of government on personal rights.
Councilmember Mayo moved to close the Public Hearing and approve PD-161, Stratford Manor,
to change the zoning from A (Agriculture) to PD-SF-12 (Planned Development, Single Family-
12) to allow the development of a 31-lot residential subdivision on 15.1257 acres of property,
located on the north side of DeForest Road, approximately 1,000 feet east of MacArthur
Boulevard subject to the four conditions as listed on the Agenda Request Form except that the
20-foot buffer be revised to a 30-foot buffer and subject to the condition that an arborist be on
site to protect, enforce and report to City Staff all compliance with the tree ordinance and to
work to save tree 418 and 608. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion. Councilmember
Wheeler asked about temporary fencing to protect trees during the construction process. Mr.
Anderson addressed the tree issue. Councilmember Sturges asked about the buffer condition in
the motion. Gary Sieb stated the developer would agree to a 30-foot buffer on the east side and
a 20-foot buffer on the west. Councilmember Alexander stated that Council should be careful
in the wording on the method of saving the trees. Councilmember Mayo amended his motion
to include a 30-foot buffer on the east side of the property and a 20-foot buffer on the west side
of the property and that the arborist, who is to be paid by the developer, should decide on the
method of protecting the trees. Councilmember Watson asked for the arborist to be selected by
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the City and paid for by the developer and that the arborist identify all champion or specimen
trees. Mr. Anderson addressed Councilmember Watson's request.
At this time an emergency recess was called due to mechanical failure with the audio recorder.
(Continuing with Item 13) --
Councilmember inquired of Ms. Gannan the criteria of determining a champion tree. Ms.
Garman stated the determination was made by the Texas Forestry Service based on
circumference, height and canopy spread. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell asked about limiting
construction traffic to DeForest and off of Prince Edward. Gary Sieb stated it had been done
in some past subdivisions. Councilmember Mayo amended the motion to include that all
construction traffic must come into and out of the subdivision using DeForest Road and not
Prince Edward. Councilmember Wheeler amended the second. City Secretary Kathleen Roach
read the motion as approving the item with the addition of changing the 20-foot buffer to a 30-
foot buffer on the east side of the property only; to have an arborist, hired by the City and paid
for by the developer, on site to determine what method is best to preserve the champion trees
No. 608, giving flexibility on the lot which that tree exists, and tree No. 418, which is in the
roadway to allow the road to go either on one side or divided on both sides; and to determine
the flow of traffic during the construction phase to be in and out on Bristol Court and not on
Prince Edward. Councilmember Sturges asked to have the motion amended to stated that the
arborist be a "certified" arborist. Councilmember Mayo amended to have a 'certified' arborist.
The developer wished to have the arborist hired by the developer, approved by the City, to work
with Leisure Services to ensure the provisions of the tree preservation requirements.
Councilmember Mayo agreed to amend his motion to meet the developers wishes as to the
arborist. Couneilmember Mayo called the question. Vote was taken on calling the question.
Councilmembers Sturges, Watson, Mayo and Wheeler voted in the affu'mative. Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell and Councilmember Alexander voted in the negative. City Secretary Kathleen Roach
read the motion follows: To close the Public Hearing and approve the zoning on Item 13 with
the four conditions listed on the Agenda Request Form with the following added conditions: 5)
to change the 20-foot buffer to a 30-foot buffer on the east side of the property; 6) for a certified
arborist to be on site hired by the developer, approved by the City, to work with Leisure
Services Department to ensure the preservation of trees according to the tree ordinance; 7) to
preserve champion tree No. 608 by allowing flexibility on the lot where the tree is located and
tree No. 418 which is in the right-of-way to allow the road to be constructed either around the
tree or divided on either side of the tree; and 8) that the construction traffic would ingress and
egress only on Bristol Court and not Prince Edward. Vote was taken on the motion; the motion
carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Mayo and
Wheeler voting for the motion and Couneilmember Watson voting against the motion.
14. Consider approval of Stratford Manor, Preliminary Plat, to allow the
development of a 31-lot residential subdivision on 15.1257 acres of property,
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_ located on the north side of DeForest Road, approximately 1000 feet east of
MacArthur Boulevard.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Councilmember Mayo moved to approve Stratford Manor, Preliminary Plat, to allow the
development of a 31-lot residential subdivision on 15.1257 acres of property, located on the
north side of DeForest Road, approximately 1000 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard, subject to
the four conditions listed on the Agenda Request Form with the following added conditions: 5)
to change the 20-foot buffer to a 30-foot buffer on the east side of the property; 6) for a certified
arborist to be on site hired by the developer, approved by the City, to work with Leisure
Services Department to ensure the preservation of trees according to the tree ordinance; 7) to
preserve champion tree No. 608 by allowing flexibility on the lot where the tree is located and
tree No. 418 which is in the right-of-way to allow the road to be constructed either around the
tree or divided on either side of the tree; and 8) that the construction traffic would ingress and
egress only on Bristol Court and not Prince Edward. Couneilmember Sturges seconded the
motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Watson voting
against the motion.
15. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1090R(CH), zoning change for property
zoned LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permi0 by amending the
Special Use Permit Condition #3 which states "Once the field has been
discovered, all additional wells will be drilled no closer than 2,640 linear feet
from each other" to read as follows: "Once the field has been discovered, no
additional wells will be drilled without obtaining a Special Use Permit."
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor
of this proposal. There were none. Mayor Sheehan asked for those persons wishing to speak
against this proposal. There were none. After discussion, Councilmember Mayo moved to
close the Public Hearing and approve S-1090R(CH), zoning change and Ordinance No. 91500-A-
164 for property zoned LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permi0 by amending the Special
Use Permit Condition#3 which states "Once the field has been discovered, all additional wells
will be drilled no closer than 2,640 linear feet from each other" to read as follows: "Once thc
field has been discovered, no additional wells will be drilled without obtaining a Special Use
Permit, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the
motion carried 5-1 with Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler
voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell voting against the motion.
16. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1090R(CH), zoning change
for property zoned LI,S.U.P. (Light Industrial, Special Use Permit by
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amending the Special Use Permit Condition #3 which states "Once the field
has been discovered, all additional wells will be drilled no closer than 2,640
linear feet from each other" to read as follows: "Once the field has been
discovered, no additional wells will be drilled without obtaining a Special Use
Permit," and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 15. See Item 15 for minutes.
17. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of White Glove Express Addition, Lot IR, Block A,
Preliminary Plat and Replat, to create a single lot to accommodate the existing
car wash building, as well as to allow the development of a 1,705 square foot
automobile oil change, lubrication and detail services facility on the property,
located on the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 500 feet south of
Braewood Drive.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor
of this proposal. There were none. Mayor Sheehan asked for those persons wishing to speak
against this proposal. There were none. Councilmember Mayo moved to close the Public
Hearing and approve White Glove Express Addition, Lot IR, Block A, Preliminary Plat and
Replat, to create a single lot to accommodate the existing car wash building, as well as to allow
the development of a 1,705 square foot automobile oil change, lubrication and detail serviees
facility on the property, located on the east side of Denton Tap Road, approximately 500 feet
south of Braewood Drive. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried
6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and
Wheeler voting in favor of the motion.
18. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-157RR, Valley Ranch Plaza, zoning change
for property zoned PD-C (Planned Development, Commercial) by amending
the site plan of the 3,278 square foot drive-through restaurant to permit
additional signage on the eastern elevation of the building, located at the
southwest comer of Beltline Road and MacArthur Blvd.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell inquired as to whether the sign meets the sign ordinance and was
informed that it does. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve Case No. PD-157RR, Valley
Ranch Plaza, zoning change for property zoned PD-C (Planned Development, Commercial) by
amending the site plan of the 3,278 square foot drive-through restaurant to permit additional
signage on the eastern elevation of the building, located at the southwest corner of Beltline Road
and MacArthur Blvd. subject to the conditions as stated on the Agenda Request From
Councilmember Sturges seconded the motion; the motion carded 5-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor
of the motion.
19. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance text revising
Section 39 in its entirety, to establish Site Plan Review procedures.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak in favor
of this proposal. Pat Keenan, 412 Wellington spoke in favor of the proposal. Mayor Sheehan
asked for those persons wishing to speak against this proposal. There were none.
Councilmember Sturges moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Ordinance No. 91500-
A-165 amending Section 39 of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to establish Site Plan
Review procedures, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor of the motion.
20. Consider approval of an ordinance text amending Section 39 of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to establish Site Plan Review procedures,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 19. See Item 19 for minutes.
21. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1062R, Le Chalet, zoning
change for property zoned C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permi0 by
amending the Special Use Permit to allow a private club restaurant located in
the Townoaks Centre at the southeast corner of Sandy Lake and Denton Tap
Roads, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Councilmember Watson moved to approve Ordinance No. 91500-A-166 for Case No. S-1062R,
Le Chalet, zoning change for property zoned C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permi0 by
amending the Special Use Permit to allow a private club restaurant located in the Townoaks
Centre at the southeast comer of Sandy Lake and Denton Tap Roads, and authorizing the Mayor
to sign. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried 4-2 with Mayor Pro
Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, and Wheeler voting in favor of the
motion and Councilmembers Sturges and Mayo voting against the motion.
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22. PUBLIC HEARING:
Public Hearing to receive citizen input on possible projects for a Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) from Dallas County.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Gary Sims, Director of Leisure
Services, made a presentation to the Council and recommended the CMS West Restroom Facility
for funding. Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing
to speak in favor of this proposal. There were none. Mayor Sheehan asked for those persons
wishing to speak against this proposal. There were none. Couneilmember Mayo moved to close
the Public Hearing and approve the grant application for CMS West. Councilmember Wheeler
seconded the motion; the motion eaxried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers
Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor of the motion. City Manager
Jim Witt advised for the record that some interest was expressed for housing rehabilitation on
renter-occupied housing, but the project became prohibitive because of restrictions.
23. A. Consider approval of accepting the resignation of Andra Mabry from
the Planning & Zoning Commission.
B. Consider approval of appointment of members to fill vacancies on the
Planning & Zoning Commission.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to accept the resignation of Andra Mabry from the Planning &
Zoning Commission and to approve the appointment of Texx Stewart to fill the Planning &
Zoning Commission vacancy term expiring September, 1998 and approve the appointment of
George Redford to fill the Planning & Zoning Commission vacancy term expiring September,
1997. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor
of the motion.
24. Consider appointment of an elected official to serve as the City's voting
representative to NCTCOG's General Assembly.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to nominate Mayor Sheehan to serve as the City's voting
representative to NCTCOG's General Assembly. Councilmember Alexander seconded the
motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting in favor of the motion.
25. Presentation by citizen R. G. Harrell regarding Citizens' Advocate March 8,
1996 article, "Anatomy of Citizen's Complaint."
Mayor Sheehan advised that Item 25 was withdrawn.
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26. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
A. Consider Settlement Agreement with C.E.D., et al.
Councilmember Mayo moved to approve the Settlement Agreement in C.E.D., et al vs. City of
Coppell, et al. Councilmember Sturges seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor
Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, and Wheeler voting
in favor of the motion.
27. City Manager's Report.
There was no report under this item.
28. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Sheehan made a statement urging the citizens of the City to come together and
addressed Council with a plea for respectful discussions and healthy debates.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned.
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen Roach, City Secretary