CM 1997-10-14 MINUTES OF OCTOBER 14, 1997
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday, October 14,
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
Marsha Tunnell, Mayor Pro Tem (late arrival)
Norm Alexander, Councilmember
Chuck Sturges, Councilmember (early departure)
Danny L. Watson, Councilmember
Lanny Mayo, Councilmember
Larry Wheeler, Councilmember
Bill York, Councilmember
Also present were City Manager Jim Witt, City Secretary Kathleen Roach and City Attorney
Peter G. Smith and Bob Hager from the City Attorney's office.
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 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding real
property.
1. Park land acquisition.
Mayor Sheehan convened into Executive Session at 6:10 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Sheehan adjourned the Executive Session at 6:20 p.m. and opened the Work
Session.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
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3. Convene Work Session
A. Presentation by Coppeli Park Board on overlapping seasons.
B. Discussion concerning status of Keep Coppell Beautiful.
C. Discussion of Board vacancies.
D. Discussion of Agenda Items.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Mayor Pro Tem Tunncll arrived before the reconvening of the Regular Session.
4. Invocation.
Councilmember Mayo led those present in the Invocation.
S. Pledge of Anegiance.
Mayor Sheehan led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
6. Consider establishment of a Special Events Board. Presentation by members
of Copper Celebrates, Chamber of Commerce and City Staff.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council and recommended that the Board
should be structured similar to the Economic Development Partnership wherein the City would
appoint four members and the Chamber of Commerce would appoint four members. The
makeup of the City's appointees was recommended to be two citizens, a member of the City
Council and a designee by the City Manager. After discussion, Councilmember Mayo moved
to approve the establishment of a Special Events Board consisting of eight members, four to be
appointed by the Chamber of Commerce and four to be appointed by the City, with the City's
appointees being two citizens, one Councilmernber and one designee by the City Manager.
Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell
and Councilmcmbers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor
of the motion.
7. Citizen's Appearances.
There were no citizens signed up to speak under this item.
CONSENT AGENDA
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._ 8. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: September 23, 1997.
B. Consider appointment of Doug Pearce to the Coppell Airport Advisory
Committee.
C. Consider approval of a Development Agreement with W.H.R.B. Real
Estate for cost sharing of traffic signalization, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
D. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. PD-162, Archon
Apartments, zoning change for property zoned LI (Light Industrial) to
PD-MF (Planned Development, Multi-Family) to permit a 600 unit
apartment complex to be constructed in two phases on 37.77 acres of
property located on the south side of Beitline Road, approximately
2,100 feet east of MacArthur Blvd., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
E. Consider approval of a Resolution celebrating the Texas Department of
Transportation's 80th Anniversary and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1131, Chadick Art
.Annex, zoning change for property zoned HO-R (Historic Overlay,
Retail) to HO-R-S.U.P. (Historic Overlay, Retail, Special Use Permi0
to allow asphalt pavement on-site for driveways and parking for the art
annex complex located along the south side of Bethel Road,
approximately 60 feet west of Coppell Road, and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
G. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1132, Afford Media,
zoning change for property zoned LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P.
(Light Industrial, Special Use Permit) to permit the use of an existing
residential structure as a company conference center and lodge on 1
acre out of 14.76 acres of industrial property located at 296 S. State
Road, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
H. Consider approval of Telecommunication Board proposal to allow
clubs, organizations, churches and homeowner associations to post
organizational information on Government Access Channel 19 in the
manner the same information is posted on the City of Coppell web page
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I. 1. Consider approval of aw.arding Bid Q0997-01 for Town Center
roof replacement and exterior improvements to Moisture Shield,
Inc. in the mount of $139,600.00.
2. Consideration and approval to retnin Price Consulting, InC. to
· provide professional services at a cost not to exceed $14,080.00.
J. Consider approval of easements associated with the Vistas of Coppeli
Subdivision and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
K. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and Derse Associates Dallas,
L.L.C., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
L. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and the DFW Trade Center I
Limited Partnership, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Items 8 D and E were pulled for further consideration.
Items 8 A, B, C, F, G, H, I, J, K, and L --
Councilmember Mayo moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B, C, F carrying Ordinance
No. 91500-A-178, G carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-179, H, I, J, K carrying Resolution No.
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motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander,
Sturges, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the motion.
9. Consideration of an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of Coppell,
Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 1997-A
in the amount of $3,200,000.00, approving an Official Statement, authorizing
the execution of a purchase contract, and making provisions for the security
thereof, and ordaining other matters relating to the subject and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
Mayor Sheehan called Items 9 and 10 together. City Manager Jim Witt advised that the hearings
and notices for the two items were accomplished in previous meetings, but that due to volatility
in the bond markets, the bonds have not been sold and requested a continuation until October 28,
1997. Councilmember Wheeler moved to table Items 9 and 10 until the October 28, 1997 City
Council meeting. Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with
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Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and
York voting in favor of the motion. ~
10. Consider approval of an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of City of
Coppell, Texas Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding and Improvement
Bonds, Series 1997, approving an Official Statement, authorizing the execution
of a purchase contract, and the execution of an Escrow Agreement, and
making provisions for the security thereof, and ordaining other matters
relating to the subject and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 9. See Item 9 for minutes.
11. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1084R, Kwik Kar, zoning change for
property zoned C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit), by amending the
Site Plan for an automotive service center to permit a 900 square foot building
expansion for two additional service bays on property located approximately
300 feet south of Bethel School Road, along the west side of Denton Tap Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council
and read the following conditions into the record as proposed by the Planning and Zoning
Commission: 1) restriction of the removal of existing trees to the 2 post oak trees located
closest to the existing building; 2) removal of all attached signs except for the letters which read
Kwik Kar Lube & Tune, the Official Inspection Station sign, and 6 customer directional signs,
limited to 3 on each side of the building located on every other space between bay doors;
3) removal of all portable signs, since they are not now and never have been permitted by
Coppell sign regulations; 4) relocate the overhead power line a minimum of 80' from the Denton
Tap right-of-way line; 5) there will be no additional fall beyond the retaining wall to the west
side of the property; 6) placement of temporary protective fencing along the eastern edge of the
wooded area to prevent construction and construction equipment from disturbing more than 25 %
of the area under the drip line of the 5 trees shown to be preserved cast of the City sewer
easement; 7) construction of a screening wall on top of the retaining wall to comply with Section
33 of the Zoning Ordinance; 8) additional light fixtures on the rear of the building addition shall
be shielded; and 9) the west end of the property be maintained in accordance with City
standards. Sid Hollingsworth, Applicant, indicated he would like to hear the concerns of citizens
and try to respond to them. 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. Terry Freeman, 473 Wales Court; Lisa
Titensor, 474 Wales Court, and Roger Rhine, 470 Wales Court spoke in opposition to this
proposal. Petitions signed by citizens against the proposal were presented to Council. Mr. Sieb
discussed the petition and the 20% rule for passing the item. Sid Hollingsworth, Applicant,
made a presentation to Council and addressed the concerns of the citizens who spoke.
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Councilmember Wheeler inquired as to whether the trees to be removed numbered two or three.
Mr. Sieb stated that two trees would be removed. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell discussed the trees
and signage. City Manager Jim Witt clarified SOme of the signage issues. Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell continued with inquiries regarding signage, trees and the hike and bike trail stating her
desire to have the hike and bike trail shown. Mr. Sieb stated that the subject property was
platted before the hike and bike trail was adopted. Councilmember Sturges discussed the trees
and the retaining wall and signage. Mr. Sieb stated that one of the reasons for wanting the
retaining wall would be to eliminate the need to fill in the area to the west and disturb the
existing post oaks. The Applicant brought to Council's attention that the bike trail is shown as
an easement on the recorded plat. The Applicant stated that if the City can obtain the permission
of the Dry Cleaners for the power lines, the Applicant would have no problem in changing the
power line. Mayor Sheehan clarified that the front of the building was the side facing north and
not the side facing Denton Tap. Mr. Sieb verified that this is correct. Mayor Sheehan
expressed her displeasure in discussing signs which have already been permitted.
Councilmember Wheeler agreed with the Mayor regarding signs that are already permitted and
erected. Councilmember Alexander discussed the signage, the power pole, the landscaping and
screening wall. Mr. Sieb discussed the plants which would be best suited for use on this
property. The Applicant expressed a willingness to plant some of the suggested plants. Mayor
Sheehan suggested that Council review each condition and see if there is agreement. Condition
#1 -- Councilmember Watson discussed the two trees in question. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell
asked about other trees which might be at risk and suggested hiring an arborist. Councilmember
Watson moved to table Item 11 and continue the Public Hearing until November 11, 1997.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell seconded the motion. Councilmember Wheeler asked for the specific
reasons to table the item. Mayor Sheehan stated that staff and the Applicant were asked to get
together to resolve the conditions regarding the trees, screening wall, the power line and the
neighboring property. The motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and
Councilmembers Alexander, Sturges, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the
motion.
A short recess was held at this time. Councilmember Sturges left the meeting and went home
during the break due to illness.
12. PUBLIC I-IEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1133, AFE Oil and Gas Consultants, a
zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light Industrial,
Special Use Permi0, to allow for the drilling and production of a natural gas
well on 1 acre of property located approximately 2,150 feet west of Ledbetter
Road, and 150 feet south of Beltline Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no citizens had signed up to speak
regarding this proposal. Jason Dvorin, representing the Applicant, made a presentation to
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Council. Councilmember Watson inquired regarding the retention system and earthen pits.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell inquired about the gravel drive and the ingress and egress of the
property. '
EXECUTIVE SESSION (Closed to the Public)
Convene Executive Session
A. Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
Mayor Sheehan convened into Executive Session at 9:40 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Sheehan adjourned the Executive Session at 9:47 p.m. and reopened the Regular
Session.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell questioned as to how the gas would be transported and if additional
wells were planned on the subject property. The Applicant stated that all gas would be
transported via pipeline and no additional wells were planned for this property. Councilmember
Alexander questioned the condition regarding the shielding of artificial lighting and Mr. Sieb
indicated that the reference of 'single family' should be stricken and replaced with "residential.'
Councilmember Watson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. S-1133, AFB
Oil and Gas Consultants, a zoning change from LI (Light Industrial) to LI-S.U.P. (Light
Industrial, Special Use Permit to allow for the drilling and production of a natural gas well on
1 acre of property located approximately 2,150 feet west of Ledbetter Road, and 150 feet south
of Beltline Road subject to the following conditions: 1) site plan, 2) drilling shall be limited to
gas exploration only, 3) if the well is dry at any time in the future, the applicant shall return the
site to pre-well conditions (restricted to equipment on the lease hold), 4) there shall be on-site
supervision of "gatherers" of liquids, 5) route of ingress and egress to the facility shall be
limited to Beltline Road east of the wellsite driveway, 6) artificial light sources shall be shielded
from residential neighborhoods both on the north and on the south, 7) change of ownership of
the property, change of operator of the facilities or violations of the Special Use Permit or other
ordinances of the City shall be cause for review by the Planning and Zoning Commission, which
may call a public hearing to consider revocation of the Special Use Permit and/or other
appropriate zoning, or cause for review by the City Council, which may direct the Planning and
Zoning Commission to call a public hearing to revoke the Special Use Permit, and/or
recommend other appropriate zoning, 8) prior to the start of drilling or construction, applicant
shall provide an emergency preparedness plan which complies with applicable state and federal
regulations, 9) a variance of City paving standards shall be permitted to allow construction of
a gravel access drive, 10) a fire lane shall be provided within 150 feet of all portions of
structures, in accordance with City specifications, capable of supporting a minimum of 40,000
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pounds, 11)a fire lane shall be installed and accepted by the City prior to drilling equipment
being brought on the site, 12) a fire hydrant installed and approved by the City prior to
commencement of drilling operations shall be required, 13) applicant shall provide the City a
retention system plan prior to commencement of drilling operations, 14) applicant shall install
fixed fire suppression monitors on the property prior to commencement of drilling operations,
15) applicant shall provide compatible on-site foam and equipment, 16) applicant shall obtain
Fire Department approval of fire suppression systems prior to the commencement of any drilling
or construction, 1'7) prior to selling gas, applicant shall screen the northeast and northwest
comers of the 1-acre lease with a minimum of 40 five-gallon or larger Nellie R. Stevens Holly
shrubs, or equivalent, no more than 5 feet apart and a minimum of 5 three-inch caliper or larger
live oak trees no more than 50 feet apart, providing visual screening across a total distance of
no less than 180 continuous linear feet. Applicant shall submit a Landscape Plan that provides
a more natural formation than that shown on the current wellhead screening exhibit. Applicant
shall maintain the plants in a healthy and growing condition for as long as the wellhead is visible
above ground, 18) prior to constructing a tank battery facility on any part of the 254 acre
property, applicant shall implement the City's Streetscape Plan by planting trees along the south
right-of-way line of Beltline Road (the north property line). These trees shall consist of a
minimum of 26 three-inch caliper or larger cedar elms and a minimum of 39 three-inch caliper
or larger accent trees selected from the plant palette shown in Table 1 of Section 34 of the
Zoning Ordinance. Applicant shall maintain the plants in a healthy and growing condition for
as long as the tank battery facility remains in place, 19) a flood study must be submitted and
approved prior to any development in the floodplain; 20) show location of driveway connection
to Beltline Road and/or Ledbetter Road, and 21) show and label floodplain and floodway.
Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Councilmembers
Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro
Tern Tunnell voting against the motion.
13. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1134, AFE Oil and Gas Consultants, a
zoning change from A (Agriculture) to A-S.U.P. (Agriculture, Special Use
Permit), to allow the drilling and production of a natural gas well and
placement of a tank battery on 2 acres of property located approximately 250
feet west of Ledbetter Road, and 1,300 feet south of Beltline Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no citizens had signed up to speak
on this proposal. Couneilmember Watson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case
No. S-1134, AFE Oil and Gas Consultants, a zoning change from A (Agriculture) to A-S.U.P.
(Agriculture, Special Use Permi0, to allow the drilling and production of a natural gas well and
placement of a tank battery on 2 acres of property located approximately 250 feet west of
Ledbetter Road, and 1,300 feet south of Beltline Road subject to the following conditions: 1) site
plan, 2) drilling shah be limited to gas exploration only, 3) if the well is dry at any time in the
future, the applicant shah return the site to pre-well conditions (restricted to equipment on the
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lease hold), 4) there shall be on-site supervision of "gatherers" of liquids, 5) route of ingress and
egress to the facility shall be limited to Beltline Road east of the wellsite driveway, 6) artificial
light sources shall be shielded from residential neighborhoods both on the north and on the
south, 7) change of ownership of the property, change of operator of the facilities or violations
of the Special Use Permit or other ordinances of the City shall be cause for review by the
Planning and Zoning Commission, which may call a public hearing to consider revocation of the
Special Use Permit and/or other appropriate zoning, or cause for review by the City Council,
which may direct the Planning and Zoning Commission to call a public hearing to revoke the
Special Use Permit, and/or recommend other appropriate zoning, 8) prior to the start of drilling
or construction, applicant shall provide an emergency preparedness plan which complies with
applicable state and federal regulations, 9) a variance of City paving standards shall be permitted
to allow construction of a gravel access drive, 10) a fire lane shall be provided within 150 feet
of all portions of structures, in accordance with City specifications, capable of supporting a
minimum of 40,000 pounds, 11) a fire lane shall be installed and accepted by the City prior to
drilling equipment being brought on the site, 12) a fire hydrant installed and approved by the
City prior to commencement of drilling operations shall be required, 13) applicant shall provide
the City a retention system plan prior to commencement of drilling operations, 14) applicant
shall install fixed fire suppression monitors on the property prior to commencement of drilling
operations, 15) applicant shall provide compatible on-site foam and equipment, 16) applicant
shall obtain Fire Department approval of fire suppression systems prior to the commencement
of any drilling or construction, 17) prior to constructing a tank battery facility on any part of the
254 acre property, applicant shall implement the City's Street.scape Plan by planting trees on the
property south of and within 15 feet of the south right-of-way line of Beltline Road (north
property line). These trees shall consist of a minimum of 26 three-inch caliper or larger cedar
elms and a minimum of 39 three-inch caliper or larger accent trees selected from the plant
palette shown in Table I of Section 34 of the Zoning Ordinance. Applicant shall maintain the
plants in a healthy and growing condition for as long as the tank battery facility remains in
place, 18) a flood study must be submitted and approved prior to any development in the
floodplain; 19) show location of driveway connection to Beltline Road and/or Ledbetter Road;
and (20) show and label floodplain and floodway. Councilmember Alexander seconded the
motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and
York voting in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell voting against the motion.
14. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Replat and Site Plan of a Portion of Northlake 635
Business Park, to create a single lot that will allow the development of four
warehouse/distribution facilities on 33.2 acres of property located at the
southwest corner of Lakeshore Drive and Beltline Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no citizens had signed up to speak
on this proposal. Councilmember Watson moved to close the Public Hearing and approve the
Replat and Site Plan of a Portion of Northlake 635 Business Park, to create a single lot that will
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allow the development of four warehouse/distribution facilities on 33.2 acres of property located
at the southwest corner of Lake, shore Drive and Beltline Road subject to modifying the
percentages of office space indicated for each building to match the provided parking spaces.
Councilmember Mayo seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell and C0uncilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of
the motion.
15. Consider approval of Town Center Addition, Lot 1, Block 3, Preliminary Plat
and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 24,620 square foot retail facility
on a 2.S4 acre tract of property located at the northeast corner of Denton Tap
Road and Town Center Boulevard.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
After discussion, Councilmember Mayo moved to approve Town Center Addition~ Lot 1, Block
3, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 24,620 square foot retail facility
on a 2.54 acre tract of property located at the northeast corner of Denton Tap Road and Town
Center Boulevard, provided that the landscape plan will be revised to remove photinia and
replace with an approved plant, and subject to the following conditions: 1) revision of the
Landscape Plan to show either Leyland cypress or Austrian pine in place of eastern red cedar.
If Austrian pine is chosen, the spacing shall be a minimum of 8 feet, 2) revision of the landscape
plan to show the space to each side of the service doors on the east and north sides of the
building, as well as the eastern end of the east/west wing, fully landscaped between the building
and the parking lot curb. Landscaping shall consist of a sufficient number of plants capable of
achieving heights in excess of 6 feet to provide a minimum of 20% coverage of the east building
elevation, and 20% coverage of all that part of the north building elevation not on the property
line. Landscaping of the eastern end of the east/west wing may be eliminated if the eastern end
of that wing is redesigned to match the south and west elevations, 3) delineation of the location
of electrical service meters on the building elevations, in inconspicuous groupings, 4) Town
Center Architectural Review Board approval of the building plans, 5) the color of brick to be
used will be the same or similar to that used on the Overton Bank, 6) provision of attached signs
all of a uniform color and consisting only of channel letters in a shade of light grey, light brown,
beige, cream or white. A logo/symbol could be shown consisting of the same material and
color, 7) screening of all rooftop mechanical equipment so as not to be visible from any street.
Councilmember Alexander seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell and Couneilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of
the motion.
16. Consider providing that the Planning and Zoning Commi.qsion be the authority
responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of Town Center Addition, Lot
1, Block 3, to allow the development of a 24,620 squore foot retail facility on
a 2.54 acre tract of property located at the northeast corner of Denton Tap
Road and Town Center Boulevard.
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Councilmember Mayo moved to deny that the Planning and Zoning Commission be the authority
responsible for the approval of the Final Plat.of Town Center Addition, Lot 1, Block 3, to allow
the development of a 24,620 square foot retail:~facility on a 2.54 acre tract of property located
at the northeast corner of Denton Tap Road and Town Center Boulevard. Mayor Pro Tern
TunneH seconded the motion; the motion to deny carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and
Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the motion.
17. Consider appointing a member to serve on the Library Board to fill the
unexpired term of Dale Griffiths, which term expires October 1998.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to appoint Karen Rodriguez as a regular member of the Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Dale Griffiths, which term expires October 1998.
Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the motion carried 6.0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of
the motion.
18. A. Consider the request of Michael Seifert to move from a regular member
to an alternate position on the Board of Adjustment.
_ B. Consider appointment of a regular member to the Board of
Adjustment.
A. Councilmember Watson moved to deny the request of Michael Seifert to move from a
regular member to an alternate position on the Board of Adjustment. Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and
Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the
motion.
B. There was no action needed on this item.
19. A. Consider accepting the resignation of Mike Ridgley as Alternate to the
Telecommunications Board.
B. Consider appointing a member to serve as Alternate on the
Telecommunications Board.
A. Councilmember Wheeler moved to accept the resignation of Mike Ridgley as Alternate
to the Telecommunications Board. Councilmember York seconded the motion; the
motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander,
Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the motion.
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B. Councilmember Wheeler moved postpone this item until the November 11, 1997 Council
meeting. Couneilmember York seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor
Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York
voting in favor of the motion.
20. Consider approval of public forum dates to receive citizen input regarding the
CoppeH Recreation Aquatic Center.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to Council. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell expressed a
desire to sec a Public Hearing at more than one Council meeting to give citizens more
opportunity to speak. Councilmember Mayo stated he would like to sec the mass mailing
include the dates that the forums would be televised. After discussion, Councilmember Mayo
moved to allow the City Manager to set the dates for public forums for citizen input regarding
the Coppcll Recreation Aquatic Center and to send out a mass mailing in a timely manner.
Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell
and Councilmembers Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the
motion.
21. Consider cancelling the second City Council meeting in November and
December, being November 25 and December 23.
Councilmember Watson moved to approve cancelling the second City Council meeting in
November and December, being November 25 and December 23. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell
seconded the motion; the motion carded 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers
Alexander, Watson, Mayo, Wheeler, and York voting in favor of the motion.
22. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
There was no action necessary under this item.
23. City Manager's Report.
A. Review of traffic flow at Coppell High School.
A. City Manager Jim Witt introduced Ken Griffin, Assistant City Manager/City Engineer,
who made a presentation to the Council. Council discussed the safety matters involved.
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24. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Sheehan advised that the applications for Leadership Coppell are available at the
library, at Town Center and at the Chamber of Commerce.
There being no further business to come
before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned.
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen Roach, City Secretary
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