CM 1998-11-10 MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 10, 1998
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
November 10, 1998, at 6:30 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 Tern
Greg Garcia, Councilmember
Pat Keenan, Councilmember
Doug Stover, Councilmember
Larry Wheeler, Councilmember
Bill York, Councilmember
Also present were City Manager Jim Witt, City Secretary Kathleen Roach and Bob Hager from
the City Attorneys 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 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City
Attorney.
1. Sowell, et al vs. City of Coppell, et al.
2. Andrus vs. City of Coppell, et al.
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 6:18 p.m. and opened the Work
Session.
WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session A. Discussion of redesign of City logo.
B. Discussion of Lone Star Gas rate increase request.
C. Discussion of Agenda Items.
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REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Invocation.
The Reverend Philippe Sterling from The Northlake Church led those present in the invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Sheehan led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
6. Swearing-in of Councilmember, Place 2.
Mayor Sheehan swore in Councilmember Peters to serve the remaining term for Place 2.
At this time, the Council consisted of the following:
Candy Sheehan, Mayor
Marsha Tunnell, Mayor Pro Tem
Greg Garcia, Councilmember
Jayne Peters, Councilmember
Pat Keenan, Councilmember
Doug Stover, Councilmember
Larry Wheeler, Councilmember --
Bill York, Councilmember
7. Quarterly presentation to Council by the Parks and Recreation Board.
Diana Raines, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Board, made a quarterly presentation to the
Council indicating the Board had worked on development and final recommendation of the Parks
and Open Space Master Plan, worked on a joint use agreement with the Coppell Independent
School District, reviewed and recommended the design and construction of the Andy Brown
Park Central athletic complex, reviewed and recommended the design and construction of new
sidewalks at Duck Pond Park, reviewed and recommended the purchase of Denton Creek Park,
reviewed and recommended the park brochure and map, reviewed and recommended the design
and construction underway at Thweatt Park, reviewed and recommended the purchase of
Riverchase Park; reviewed and monitored the Saturday Nite Out Youth Program; reviewed and
recommended approval of two Texas Park and Wildlife Grants for the indoor aquatic recreation
center, worked with staff on development and implementation of a city-wide telephone survey
and assisted the Leisure Services Department with the Kidfish Program. Future projects were
reviewed. Gary Sims, Director of Leisure Services, advised Council of the status and current
plans for the Saturday Nite Live Program and indicated that the program may be discontinued if
attendance does not increase. Councilmember Stover requested that the Parks and Recreation
Board look into acquiring lightning detectors for the sports fields.
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8. Consider approval of a Proclamation proclaiming November 14, 1998 as
"Texas Recycles Day" in the City of Coppell and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
Mayor Sheehan read the Proclamation for the record and presented the same to Rhonda Brothers
who encouraged everyone to support this event. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve a
Proclamation proclaiming November 14, 1998 as "Texas Recycles Day" in the City of Coppell
and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion
carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover,
Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
9. Citizen's Appearances.
A. Byron Hardin, 153 Simmons Drive, read a prepared statement regarding the Westbury
subdivision and stated that the seniors needed more space at the Senior Center.
B. Jerry Baker, 215 Salem Court, addressed the Council concerning the special meeting held
by the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation, discussed the nature of matters
discussed in the Work Session and suggested a contest regarding the City logo.
CONSENT AGENDA
__ 10. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: October 27, 1998.
B. Consider approval of a Resolution urging the Texas Legislature to
increase appropriations for road and bridge maintenance and
expansion, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
C. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances
Chapter 8, Article 1, Section 4 to establish the maximum prima facie
speed limit for a designated school zone at Denton Creek Elementary
School and Coppell Middle School North; and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
D. Consider approval of Change Order #1 for Denton Tap Road Project
#ST 94-01 in the amount of $120,351.00 to Rebcon Inc. for the revised
bridge railing over Denton Creek; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
E. Consider approval of awarding Bid/Contract #Q-1098-02 for the
removal of the existing underground storage tank and the installation
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of a new above-ground storage tank and fueling system at the North
Service Center to Eagle Construction & Environmental Services, Inc.
of Eastland, Texas; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
F. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1140, Robertson
Pools and Spas, a zoning change from HO-C (Historic Overlay,
Commercial) to HO-C-S.U.P. (Historic Overlay, Commercial, Special
Use Permit), to allow asphalt pavement on-site for off-street parking
spaces and the development of a 4,763 square foot office/warehouse
facility on 20,245 square feet of property located 690 feet north of
Bethel Road, along the west side of Coppell Road, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
G. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-1150, Subway
Sandwich Shop, zoning change request from TC (Town Center) to TC-
S.U.P. (Town Center, Special Use Permit), to allow a 2,030 square foot
sandwich shop to be located in the future shopping center at 230 N.
Denton Tap Road, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
H. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Ordinance #93584
regarding personnel policy and procedure SOP #1182 and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
I. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and PW Commerce Center,
L.P., successor by conversion to Park West Commerce Center. L.L.C.,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
J. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and Primera Coppell
Properties HI, Ltd., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
K. Consider approval of a Resolution establishing a policy for the use and
disbursement of community development block grant funds for
voluntary relocation of low and moderate income families, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
L. Consider approval of revising the By Laws of the Coppell Recreation
Development Corporation (CRDC) to eliminate a specific date of the
Annual Meeting from the By Laws.
Mayor Sheehan announced that Items D, K and L had been pulled from the agenda.
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Items A, B, C, E, F, G, H, I and J -
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, B carrying Resolution No.
111098.1, C carrying Ordinance No. 98853, E, F carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-205, G
carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-206, H carrying Ordinance No. 98854, I carrying Resolution
No. 111098.2 and J carrying Resolution No. 1110.98.3. Councilmember York seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
Item D -
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Ken Griffin, Director of Engineering
and Public Works, made a presentation to the Council concerning contract procedures. Mayor
Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve Consent Agenda Item D. Councilmember York seconded
the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
Item L -
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell made a presentation concerning the annual meeting date of the Coppell
Recreation Development Corporation. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved that the annual meeting
of the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation shall be conducted at the regularly
scheduled November meeting of the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation each year.
Councilmember Garcia seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor
of the motion.
11. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement Agreement
between the City of Coppell and GTE Realty Corporation, and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
Mayor Sheehan advised that Councilmember Keenan had filed a Conflict of Interest on this item
and would not be participating in the discussion or the vote. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and
Community Services, made a presentation to the Council. Councilmember York moved to
approve Resolution No. 111098.5 approving a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of
Coppell and GTE Realty Corporation, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember
Stover seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Turmell and
Couneilmembers Garcia, Peters, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
Councilmember Keenan resumed his place on the dais at this time.
12. Consider approval of a Resolution directing publication of notice of intention
to issue Certificates of Obligation, Series 1999 for constructing and improving
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City streets, in an amount not to exceed $3,300,000.00, and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Councilmember York moved to
approve Resolution No. 111098.6 directing publication of notice of intention to issue Certificates
of Obligation, Series 1999 for constructing and improving City streets, in an amount not to
exceed $3,300,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember Peters seconded the
motion; the motion carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
13. Consider approval of a Resolution directing publication of notice of intention
to issue City of Coppell, Texas Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue
Bonds, Series 1999, in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.00, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember York moved to approve Resolution No. 111098.7 directing publication of notice
of intention to issue City of Coppell, Texas Waterworks and Sewer System Revenue Bonds,
Series 1999, in an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.00, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor
of the motion.
14. Consider approval of a Resolution directing publication of notice of project of --
the Coppeli Recreation Development Corporation with such project to be
financed from the proceeds of the Coppell Recreation Development
Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 1999, and other matters related
thereto; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell advised that
this item would be advertised a second time in January. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to
approve Resolution No. 111098.8 directing publication of notice of project of the Coppell
Recreation Development Corporation with such project to be financed from the proceeds of the
Coppell Recreation Development Corporation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 1999, and other
matters related thereto; and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember York seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
15. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the designation of a reinvestment zone, pursuant to
Section 312.201 of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act. The
property to be considered for Reinvestment Zone designation is that property
owned by Prentiss Properties Acquisition Partners, L.P. and the International
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Business Machines described as Park West Commerce Center, replat of lot 1,
block 5 (14.4391 acres) located on the southwest corner of Beltline Road and
Airline Drive.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to speak.
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Ordinance No. 98855
designating Prentiss Properties Acquisition Partners. L.P. and the International Business
Machines property as Reinvestment Zone No. 22, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell
and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the
motion.
16. Consider approval of an Ordinance designating Prentiss Properties
Acquisition Partners. L.P. and the International Business Machines property
as Reinvestment Zone No. 22, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was approved under Item 15. See Item 15 for minutes.
17. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the designation of a reinvestment zone, pursuant to
Section 312.201 of the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act. The
-- property to be considered for Reinvestment Zone designation is that property
owned by Prentiss Properties Acquisition Partners, L.P. described as Park
West Commerce Center, replat of lot 2, block 5 (14,8426 acres) located on the
northwest corner of Beltline Drive and Wrangler Drive.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to speak.
Councilmember Keenan moved to dose the Public Hearing and approve Ordinance No. 98856
designating Prentiss Properties Acquisition Partners, L.P. property as Reinvestment Zone 23, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember York seconded the motion; the motion carded
7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler
and York voting in favor of the motion.
18. Consider approval of an Ordinance designating Prentiss Properties
Acquisition Partners, L.P. property as Reinvestment Zone 23, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was approved under Item 17. See Item 17 for minutes.
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19. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Lone Star Gas Company's application to increase rates
within the corporate city limits of the City of Coppell.
Chad Beach, Assistant Finance Director, made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell inquired as to the time of the last increase. Mr. Beach indicated the last rate change was
1985. Councilmember Keenan asked about the rate of return. Mr. Beach stated the rates were
based on 9.2. Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no had signed up to
speak on this item. Couneilmember Stover clarified this was an attempt to achieve a common
rate for the five cities involved. Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing and
approve Ordinance No. 98857 regarding Lone Star Gas Company's application to increase rates
within the corporate city limits of the City of Coppell, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember Garcia seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor
of the motion.
20. Consider approval of an Ordinance regarding Lone Star Gas Company's
application to increase rates within the corporate city limits of the City of
Coppell, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was approved under Item 19. See Item 19 for minutes.
21. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1151, Fresh Wok, zoning change request
from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permi0 to allow
the operation of a 1,000 square foot Chinese take-out restaurant in the future
Coppell Crossing shopping center to be located at 761 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to speak.
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell inquired about the signs and parking. Councilmember York moved to
close the Public Hearing and approve Case No. S-1151, Fresh Wok, zoning change request fi.om
C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use Permit) to allow the operation of a 1,000
square foot Chinese take-out restaurant in the future Coppell Crossing shopping center to be
located at 761 S. MacArthur Blvd, subject to the following conditions: 1) limit the sign color to
ivory; 2) Over-all sign shall not exceed 16 square feet; and 3) the proposed hours of operation
are as follows: Sunday through Thursday fi.om 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday
fi.om 11:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the motion
carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover,
Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
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22. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1152, Eason Petroleum, Gas Station and
Convenience Store, zoning change request from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P.
(Commercial, Special Use Permit) to allow the renovation and occupancy of a
gas station with convenience store on a half acre of property located at the
southeast corner of Vanbebber Drive and S. Denton Tap Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that the owner had signed up to speak.
Mr. Eason stated he was available to answer any questions. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell inquired
regarding the landscaping requirements, the stone veneer, the condition of the gas tanks, and
whether there would be public restrooms. Mr. Eason stated the tanks had been tested and they
were fiberglass tanks and there would be restrooms. Councilmember Wheeler commended the
applicant and staff for their work on this proposal and asked about the air conditioning units
located on the rooftop. Ken Eason, Owner and Applicant, addressed the Council's questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell asked about the timetable for construction and opening. Mr. Eason
stated they would start very soon. Councilmember York asked to have some of the changes
pointed out on the plans. Councilmember Garcia asked about the hours of operation. Mr. Eason
indicated he felt Coppell did not have a need for a 24-hour operation. Councilmember York
moved to dose the Public Hearing and approve Case No. S-1152, Eason Petroleum, Gas Station
and Convenience Store, zoning change request from C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial,
Special Use Permit) to allow the renovation and occupancy of a gas station with convenience
store on a half acre of property located at the southeast comer of Vanbebber Drive and S. Denton
Tap Road, subject to the following conditions: 1) monument sign to be ground lit or unlighted, 2)
use of channel letters for the Food Mart sign and logo, 3) specification of a color that conforms
to C.I.V.I.C. recommendations for attached channel letter signs [white, black or neutral], 4)
removal of at least two ntilky poles and as many others as possible, undergrounding of any
additional electric facilities, and placement of mechanical equipment and utility meters in
inconspicuous locations or screened from view, 5) restriction of merchandise, such as magazine
and newspaper racks, firewood, etc., and of advertising and promotional materials, including
drink machine advertising, to the interior of the building, with window signs limited to 10% of
the glass area, and 6) granting of variances to side yard and landscape requirements by the Board
of Adjustment. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York
voting in favor of the motion.
Councilmember Wheeler recognized Pert Virtanen, Assistant Planning Director, who had
worked very hard on this project, and announced that Pert had been seriously injured in a bicycle
accident and asked to keep him in our prayers.
23. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the Freeport North Addition, Replat of Lot 1, Block :1
and Site Plan, to allow creation of a new lot and the development of four
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separate office/warehouse facilities totaling 122,590 square feet on
approximately 12.1 acres of property located at the northwest corner of ......
Creekview Drive and Royal Lane.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and indicated the Architect was available to answer
any questions. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell asked if the street change was based upon visibility and
inquired about landscaping. Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing and
approve the Freeport North Addition, Replat of Lot 1, Block 3 and Site Plan, to allow creation of
a new lot and the development of four separate office/warehouse facilities totaling 122,590
square feet on approximately 12.1 acres of property located at the northwest comer of Creekview
Drive and Royal Lane subject to a modified left-mm only median opening being allowed for this
site; final design to be approved by the Engineering Department. Councilmember Peters
seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers
Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
24. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the Gateway Business Park, Replat of Lot 2, Block 1
and Common Area 1 and Site Plan, to allow the creation of a new lot and the
development of a 150,017 square foot office/warehouse facility on
approximately 8.3 acres of property located at the southwest corner of
Gateway Blvd. and Freeport Parkway. ....
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to speak.
Councilmember Garcia moved to close the Public Hearing and approve the Gateway Business
Park, Replat of Lot 2, Block 1 and Common Area 1 and Site Plan, to allow the creation of a new
lot and the development of a 150,017 square foot office/warehouse facility on approximately 8.3
acres of property located at the southwest comer of Gateway Blvd. and Freeport Parkway with
the condition of changing the street name of Fritz Blvd. to Fritz Drive on the Landscape Plan.
Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor
of the motion.
A short recess was held at this time.
25. PUBLIC HEARING (CONTINUED):
Consider approval of a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Section 34 of
the Zoning Code of Ordinances providing for greater tree preservation and
protection, as well as establish a city reforestation and natural areas fund.
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Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Sheehan advised the Public Hearing was still open and asked for those persons wishing to
speak on this matter. Tracy Garman, 707 Cambridge Manor Lane, indicated her support of this
proposal but asked to have modifications made to the portion concerning exemptions. City
Manager Jim Witt stated the sections affected were 34-2-8, 34-2-9 and 34-2-10. After discussing
various provisions and revisions of the Ordinance, Councilmember Keenan moved to close the
Public Hearing and place this item and the Ordinance on the agenda for the December 10th
Council meeting. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carded 6-1 with
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover and Wheeler
voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember York voting against the motion.
26. Consider approval of an Ordinance amending Section 34, Section II Tree
Preservation requirements of the Zoning Code of Ordinances providing for
greater tree preservation and protection, as well as establish a city
reforestation and natural areas fund, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
This item was considered under Item 25. See Item 25 for minutes.
27. Consider approval of The Hollows at Northlake Woodlands, Final Plat, to
allow the development of 71 residential lots on approximately 32.3 acres of
property located along the north side of the DART right-of-way, between
__ Mockingbird Lane and S. MacArthur Blvd.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell asked for an Executive Session.
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 9:25 p.m. as allowed under the above-stated
article. Mayor Sheehan adjourned the Executive Session at 9:35 p.m. and reconvened the
Regular Session.
A short recess was held at this time.
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Continuing Item 27 -
Steve Parsons, Applicant, requested to withdraw this item and bring it back to Council on
November 17, 1998 at a Special Called meeting at 5:30 p.m. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell moved to
consider approval of the Hollows at Northlake Woodlands Final Plat at a Special Council
meeting to be held at 5:30 p.m. on November 17, 1998. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the
motion; the motion carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
28. Consider approval of the Westbury Manor, Final Plat, to allow the
development of 35 residential lots on approximately 9.7 acres of property
located along the east side of S. Heartz Road and along the south side of E.
Sandy Lake Road.
Mayor Sheehan advised that Councilmember Garcia had filed a Conflict of Interest on this item
and would not be participating in the discussion or the vote. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and
Community Services, made a presentation to the Council. Councilmember Stover inquired
regarding the objections of the adjacent neighborhood. Councilmember Peters asked Mr. Sieb to
discuss the possible replatting of the property regarding the alley easement. Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell moved to approve the Westbury Manor, Final Plat, to allow the development of 35
residential lots on approximately 9.7 acres of property located along the east side of S. Heartz
Road and along the south side of E. Sandy Lake Road. Councilmember York seconded the
motion; the motion carried 5-1 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Peters,
Keenan, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Stover voting
against the motion.
Councilmember Garcia resumed his place on the dais at this time.
29. Consider approval of a second six-month extension of time as it applies to the
expiration date of the Preliminary Plat of Stratford Manor, property located
west of The Estates of Cambridge Manor; north of DeForest Road, to allow
for Final Plat submittal.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Councilmember York moved to approve a second six-month extension of time as it applies to the
expiration date of the Preliminary Plat of Stratford Manor, property located west of The Estates
of Cambridge Manor; north of DeForest Road, to allow for Final Plat submittal. Mayor Pro Tern
Tunnell seconded the motion; the motion carded 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and
Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the
motion.
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30. Consider approval of an extension of time through November, 1999, as it
applies to the Special Use Permit for the St. Ann Catholic Church expansion.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the Council.
Councilmember Wheeler moved to approve an extension of time through November, 1999, as it
applies to the Special Use Permit for the St. Ann Catholic Church expansion. Councilmember
Stover seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and
Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the
motion.
31. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
There was no action necessary under this item.
32. City Manager's Report.
A. City Manager Jim Witt asked Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services,
to update everyone on the condition of Pert Virtanen. Mr. Sieb stated that Mr. Virtanen
had sustained serious injuries in a bicycle accident and he was still in ICU, but there had
been some improvements. Mayor Sheehan asked Mr. Sieb to pass along Council's
· -- thoughts and prayers to Pert's family.
33. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Sheehan reminded everyone that the next day would be Veteran's Day.
B. Mayor Sheehan advised that the Make A Child Smile program was in progress through
December 11th in the City Secretary Department.
C. Mayor Sheehan announced that Coppell High School would be performing Music Man
the next Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and the lead would be played by Kyle Roach, son
of City Secretary Kathleen Roach.
D. Mayor Sheehan advised that the signal light at Fairway Crossing and Beltline Road was
now in operation and thanked Ken Griffin, Director of Engineering and Public Works, for
his work on this.
E. Mayor Sheehan announced there had been a ribbon cutting for North American
Properties which is a new shopping center on Sandy Lake Road and Denton Tap Road
and announced they would be starting work on the Tom Thumb Development in lanuary.
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F. Mayor Sheehan stated IBM had held their ribbon cutting that morning and
Councilmembers Peters, Garcia and York along with many City staff members had
attended.
G. Mayor Sheehan announced that on November 2, 1998 the city became officially a Court
of Record in the Municipal Court.
H. Mayor Sheehan stated there had been a lot of positive comments at the Community
Forum which had been held the week before and announced there were three more focus
groups planned.
I. Mayor Sheehan invited everyone to attend the open house at Coppell Middle School
North on Sunday, November 21st.
J. Mayor Sheehan announced the dedication of Barbara Bush Middle School would be held
at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, November 22na and Barbara Bush would be in attendance.
K. Mayor Sheehan advised there would be a Special Called Meeting at 5:30 p.m. on
Tuesday, November 17th, followed by a work session with the Parks and Recreation
Board at 6:00 p.m.
L. Councilmember Garcia congratulated the City of Coppell for the turnout at the November
3rd Election and commended the City staffon their efforts.
M. Councilmember Garcia congratulated Councilmember Peters on her election to the
Coppell City Council Place 2.
N. Councilmember York also congratulated the welcomed Councilmember Peters.
O. Councilmember York brought everyone up to date on the final public hearing on the
Open Space Master Plan Task Force.
P. Councilmember York commended the Leisure Services Department for an outstanding
baseball and soccer season.
Q. Councilmember York congratulated the Human Resources Department for winning the
Chili Cookoff held on November 7th.
R. Councilmember Stover congratulated and welcomed Councilmember Peters.
S. Councilmember Stover clarified his desire that the City look into acquiring a lightning
detector.
T. Councilmember Stover advised that he, along with Councilmember Wheeler and Peters
and City Manager Jim Witt and several members of city staff, attended the Economic
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Development Partnership meeting where a report was given on the triple freeport
exemption. The report has been forwarded to the Coppell School Board.
U. Councilmember Keenan recognized the United States Marine Corp which was formed on
this date in 1775.
V. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell advised she had attended an Attorney General's Municipal
Advisory Committee meeting and the committee is in the process of finalizing committee
papers on the Open Meetings Act Made Easy, the Open Records Act Made Easy and
Competitive Bidding Made Easy. She will distribute them as soon as they are made
available. Also the Senate Interim Committee has issued their report concerning the
Open Records Act.
W. Councilmember Wheeler congratulated Councilmember Peters.
X. Mayor Sheehan also welcomed Councilmember Peters.
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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