CM 1998-12-08 MINUTES OF DECEMBER 8, 1998
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
December 8, 1998, 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 Tern
Greg Garda, Councilmember
Jayne Peters, 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 City
Attomey 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. Sowell, et al vs. City of Coppell, et al.
B. Section 551.074, Texas Government Code - Personnel Matters.
1. Evaluation of City Manager.
Mayor Sheehan convened into Executive Session at 6:15 p.m. as allowed under the above-
stated article. Mayor Sheehan adjourned the Exe~tive Session at 7:02 p.m. and opened the
Work Session.
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WORK SESSION (Open to the Public)
3. Convene Work Session A. Discussion of appointments to Library Board and Keep Copper
Beautiful Committee.
B. Discussion of appointments to Council Committees.
C. Discussion of Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.
D. Discussion of Site Master Plans for Wagon Wheel Park and MacArthur
Park.
E. Discussion of Agenda Items.
REGULAR SESSION (Open to the Public)
4. Invocation.
The Rev. Ken Hovland, Pastor of Rejoice Lutheran Church, led those present in the
Invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Sheehan led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Sheehan announced that the presentation for the Christmas Home Lighting contest
would be held at this time. The winners are as follows:
Third Place (tie) Doug & Elaine Floumoy
427 Saddle Tree Trail
Randy & Melissa Ewasko
126 Pecan Hollow
Second Place Jim & Aileen Barr
833 Falcon Lane
First Place W.C. Watts
468 Halifax
Mayor Sheehan presented six plaques to Diane Blackwell for the Neighborhood Winners at
Delta Court.
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6. Quarterly presentation to Council by the Coppell Recreation Development
Corporation
Gary Tanel, Chairman of the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation, made a
presentation to the Council advising that the CRDC authorized the design and construction
of the Denton Creek Bridge Hike and Bike Trail in the amount of $413,000; authorized the
development of a Park and Maintenance Standards for Wagon Wheel Park in conjunction
with the Master Plan; authorized the purchase of software for the Park and Planning
Landscape Manager; authorized two representatives to serve on the Parks and Open Space
Master Flan Task Force; reviewed and approved the revised Enterprise Plan; reviewed the
final schematics for the Aquatic and Recreation Center and recommended to the City
Council. The plans for the next quarter will be the presentation of the bond proposal; the
design and construction of the Hike and Bike Trail Phase I Section A; and work with the
citizens and staff of the City of Coppell to utilize the half-cent sales tax revenues.
7. Citizen's Appearances.
A. Joyce Skelton, 153 Dickens, spoke to Council regarding the YMCA fenceline behind
her house.
B. Scott Henderson, 157 Dickens, addressed the Council regarding the YMCA
fenceline.
-~ C. Ed Caldwell, 601 Shadowcrest, addressed the Council regarding his ongoing
concerns with the Police Department.
D. Janet Nawoj, 137 Dickens Drive, discussed the YMCA/Chaucer boundary issue.
City Manager Jim Witt discussed the history of the YMCA fenceline issue and
advised the case could not legally be reopened as the variance had been granted by
the Council. Mayor Sheehan stated she had spoken to the director of the YMCA
and their position was they could not commit any funds until the completion of the
construction.
E. Mack McCurry, 108 Woodcrest Lane, addressed the Council concerning the trees
along Sandy Lake Road.
CONSENT AGENDA
8. Consider approval of the following consent agenda items:
A. Consider approval of minutes: November 6, 1998
November 10, 1998
November 17, 1998.
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B. Consider approval of awarding Bid/Contract gQ 1098-1 to Fox
Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $912,243.50 for the construction of
the Sandy Lake Road Water Line Project gWA 96-01; and authorizing
the Mayor to sign.
C. Consider approval of awarding a contract to Alpha Testing, Inc. for the
necessary construction material testing for the Sandy Lake Road
Project g ST 93-02 in the estimated amount of $67,625.00; and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
D. Consider approval of an Interlocal Agreement with the North Central
Texas Council of Governments for participation in the Expanded
Regional Storm Water Management Program in the amount of
$2,400.00; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
E. Consider approval of Change Order gl for Coppell Gateway Public
Improvement District (PID) Drainage and Paving Improvement Project
#DR 98-01 in the amount of $37,696.00 to Wright Construction
Company for revisions to the paving width and the inclusion of
additional brick pavers at the intersection of Dividend Drive and
Freeport Parkway; and authorizing the Mayor to sign. ~
F. Consider approval of awarding bid Q-0598-01 for one (1) mobile
intensive care unit to AA Emergency Ambulance for an Osage
Ambulance in the amount of $98,000.00, as budgeted in FY-99 budget.
G. Consider approval of an Ordinance for 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, and authorizing the Mayor
to sign.
H. Consider approval of an Ordinance for Case No. S-llS1, Fresh Wok,
zoning change request from 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., and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
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-- I. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and Prenfiss Properties
Acquisition Partners, L.P. and the International Business Machines,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and Prentiss Properties
Acquisition Partners, L.P., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
K. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a second amendment to
the Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Coppell and NWI
Warehouse Group. L.P., successor in interest to MEPC Quorum
Properties II, Inc. dated July 23, 1996, and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
L. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of CoppeH and NWI Warehouse Group,
L.P., and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
M. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
--- Agreement between the City of Coppell and Lucent Technologies, Inc.,
and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
N. Consider approval of a Resolution approving a Tax Abatement
Agreement between the City of Coppell and DFW Trade Center H,
Limited Parmership, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Item B was pulled to be considered separately.
Items A, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M and N -
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A, C, D, E, F, G
canying Ordinance No. 91500-A-207, Iq carrying Ordinance No. 91500-A-208, I carrying
Resolution No. 120898.1, J carryi~ Resolution No. 120898.2, K caxrying Resolution No.
120898.3, L carrying Resolution No. 120898.4, M carrying Resolution No. 120898.5 and N
carrying Resolution No. 120898.6. 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 B -
Councilmember Keenan commended the Engineering Department on the lowest bid and
asked for a summary of the project and inquired about the water line. Ken Griffin, Director
of Engineering and Public Works addressed the questions of Councilmember Keenan.
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Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell moved to approve Consent Agenda Item B. Councilmember
Keenan 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 commended the City Engineer for his regular reports on the status
of the Sandy Lake Road Project.
9. PUBLIC HEARING:
To receive citizen input regarding the 1998 Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan.
Gary Sims, Director of Leisure Services, made a presentation to the Council. Mayor
Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and asked for those persons wishing to speak on this
proposal. Len Gillespie, 124 Dickens Drive, Bill Dubbs, 809 Shorewood Drive, Lynn
Gipson, 710 Alendale and Rosie Kurtz, 352 Cedar Crest Drive spoke in favor of this
proposal. Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing. Mayor Pro Tem
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.
10. Consider approval of the 1998 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan
as recommended by the Park Board and the Parks, Recreation and Open
Space Master Plan Task Force.
Councilmember York moved to approve the 1998 Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan as recommended by the Park Board and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan Task Force. Councilmemher Garcia seconded the motion; the motion carded
7-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover,
Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion. Councilmemher York thanked the Park
Board, CRDC, Sports Council, CISD, CFBISD, Councilmemher Wheeler, the consultants,
Ray Turco, Gary Sims, Brad Reid and the Leisure Services staff for all their time and effort
on this project. Gary Sims, Director of Leisure Services, answered questions of Council
concerning priorities, and introduced Hershel Lindley of Schrickel Rollins & Associates,
who gave an overview of the plan.
11. Consider approval of the Site Master Plan for Wagon Wheel Park as
recommended by the Park Board and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan Task Force.
Gary Sims, Director of Leisure Services, introduced Terry Cheek, representing Schrickel
Rollins & Associates, who made a presentation to the Council. Discussion was held on the -~'
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various aspects and priorities of the plan and the anticipated joint use agreement with the
CISD. Councilmember York moved to approve the Site Master Plan for Wagon Wheel
Park as recommended by the Park Board and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master
Plan Task Force. 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.
12. Consider approval of the Site Master Plan for MacArthur Park as
recommended by the Park Board and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space
Master Plan Task Force.
Gary Sims, Director of Leisure Services, made a presentation to the Council and introduced
Terry Cheek, with Schrickel, Rollins and Associates, who gave an overview of the plan.
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell moved to approve the Site Master Plan for MacArthur Park as
recommended by the Park Board and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan
Task Force. 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.
short recess was held at this time.
13. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1153, Sushi Kyoto Restaurant, zoning
change request firom C (Commercial) to C-S.U.P. (Commercial, Special Use
Permi0 to allow the operation of a 1,500 square foot private dub 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. Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No.
S-1153, Sushi Kyoto Restaurant, zoning change request from C (Commerdal) to C-S.U.P.
(Commercial, Special Use Permit) to allow the operation of a 1,500 square foot private club
restaurant in the future Coppell Crossing shopping center to be located at 761 S. MacArthur
Blvd., subject to the proposed hours of operation being 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily.
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.
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14. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. S-1154, Plankton Seafood Cafe, zoning
change request from PD-C (Planned Development, Commerdal) to PD-C-
S.U.P. (Planned Development, Commerdal, Spedal Use Permit) to allow a
2,400 square foot private dub restaurant in the Valley Ranch Plaza located at
817 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. Councilmember York moved to dose the Public Hearing and approve Case No.
S-1154, Plankton Seafood Caft, zoning change request from PD-C (Planned Development,
Commerdal) to PD-C-S.U.P. (Planned Development, Commerdal, Special Use Permit) to
allow a 2,400 square foot private club restaurant in the Valley Ranch Plaza located at 817 S.
MacAtxhur Blvd., subject to the hours of operation being 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday
through Thursday and 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Councilmember
Garda seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell and
Councilmembers Garda, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the
motion.
15. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-136R, D/FW Trade Center, zoning
change for property zoned PD-LI (Planned Development, Light Industrial) to
amend the conditions of the Planned Development to allow the development
and operation of a TU Pipeline Services gas measuring station on 2,000
square feet of property located 70' south of the northwest comer of Lot 1,
Block 4 at the D/FW Trade Center.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Coundl. Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up
to speak. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case
No. PD-136R, D/FW Trade Center, zoning change for property zoned PD-LI (Planned
Development, Light Industrial) to amend the conditions of the Planned Development to
allow the development and operation of a TU Pipeline Services gas measuring station on
2,000 square feet of property located 70' south of the northwest comer of Lot 1, Block 4 at
the D/FW Trade Center subject to the condition that an access gate is to be provided prior
to the placing of station in operation. 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.
16. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-172R, Shadydale Acres, zoning change
request from SF-12 (Single Family-12) to PD-SF-12 (Planned Development,
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Single Family-12) to allow the development of 13 residential lots on 4.16 acres
of property located along thc south side of Willow Lane, between Oak Trail
and Shadydale Lane.
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 York moved to close the Public Hearing and approve Case No.
PDo172R, Shadydale Acres, zoning change request from SF-12 (Single Family-12) to PD-
SF-12 (Planned Development, Single Family-12) to allow the development of 13 residential
lots on 4.16 acres of property located along the south side of Willow Lane, between Oak
Trail and Shadydale Lane subject to the following conditions: 1) alleys/sidewalks are
waived by Council; and 2) the fee of $1,285 per dwelling unit park site impact fee needs to
be paid. 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.
17. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the Lam Lee Addition, Replat and Site Plan, to allow
the creation of a new lot and thc development of a 208,800 square foot
office/showroom/warehouse/fabrication center on approximately 13.1 acres
of property located along thc cast side of Royal Lane; approximately 600'
north of Crcckvicw Drive in thc Freeport North Industrial Park.
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. Discussion was held concerning the order of procedure concerning Board of
Adjustment variances. Councilmember York moved to close the Public Hearing and
approve the Lam Lee Addition, Replat and Site Plan, to allow the creation of a new lot and
the development of a 208,800 square foot office/showroom/warehouse/fabrication center
on approximately 13.1 acres of property located along the east side of Royal Lane;
approximately 600' north of Creekwiew Drive in the Freeport North Industrial Park subject
to the following conditions: 1) Board of Adjustment granting a special exception to the
required parking on site; 2) verify that all the future parking spaces are screened with a 30"
hedge or berm, that planter islands are located at each terminus of each future parking row
and all future planting islands contain at least one tree; and 3) fire hydrants to be spaced a
maximum 300 feet on center as measured along the fire lane. 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.
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18. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of the First United Methodist Church of Coppell, Replat of
Lot 1, Block 1, to allow the recordation of additional easements on a 4.8 acre
lot located at the northeast comer of Heartz Road and Bethel School 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 one had signed up
to speak. Councilmember York moved to dose the Public Hearing and approve the First
United Methodist Church of Coppell, Replat of Lot 1, Block 1, to allow the recordation of
additional easements on a 4.8 acre lot located at the northeast comer of Heartz Road and
Bethel School Road. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell 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.
19. PUBLIC HEARING:
Consider approval of Case No. PD-173, Coppell Crossing, zoning change
request from C (Commercial) to PD-C (Planned Development, Commercial)
to create a single commerdal planned development to include two existing
retail buildings totaling 21,000 square feet and the development of two
additional office/showroom fadlifies totaling 26,250 square feet on 6.2 acres
of property located along the west side of MacArthur Blvd.; 361' north of
Beltline Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Council indicating this case would require three-quarters of the Council to approve this
case. Mayor Sheehan opened the Public Hearing and advised that no one had signed up to
speak. David Cannon, Applicant, addressed the Council regarding the proposed project.
Discussion was held concerning the options of the Applicant regarding the PD zoning
change or a Board of Adjustment variance. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to close the
Public Hearing and deny Case No. PD-173, Coppell Crossing, zoning change request from
C (Commercial) to PD-C (Planned Development, Commercial) to create a single
commercial planned development to include two existing retail buildings totaling 21,000
square feet and the development of two additional office/showroom facilities totaling
26,250 square feet on 6.2 acres of property located along the west side of MacArthur Blvd.;
361' north of Beltline Road. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the motion to
deny carried 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.
20. 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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-- Mayor Sheehan reminded everyone this Public Hearing remained open from the
November 10th meeting. Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and CommBrlity Services, made a
presentation to the Council. Mayor Sheehan asked for those persons wishing to speak
regarding this proposed ordinance. There were none. Mayor Sheehan advised that 2(c) on
page 13 would be deleted. Councilmember Wheeler asked that all references to Coppell
Independent School District be changed to reflect public schools. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell
moved to close the Public Hearing and consider approval of Zoning Ordinance text
amendment to Section 34 of the Zoning Code of Ordinances for greater tree preservation
and protection and to change all references of Coppell Independent School District to
"public schools" and to delete 34-2-13 (A)2(c). 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.
21. Consider approval of an Ordinance mending 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.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve Ordinance No. 91500-A-203 amending Section
34, Section II Tree Preservation requirements of the Zoning Code of Ordinances and to
include the revisions as stated in Item 20; 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.
22. Consider approval of the Gateway Business Park, Lot 1 & 2, Block A and Lot
I and Common Area 1, Block B, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for Lot 2,
Block A, to allow the creation of 3 new lots and the development of a 2-story
103,611 square foot office building on LOt 2 located along the north side of
I.H. 635; east of Freeport Parkway.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Council. Councilmember York moved to approve the Gateway Business Park, Lot 1 & 2,
Block A and Lot 1 and Common Area 1, Block B, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan for Lot 2,
Block A, to allow the creation of 3 new lots and the development of a 2-story 103,611
square foot office building on Lot 2 located along the north side of I.H. 635; east of Freeport
Parkway subject to the following conditions: 1) the landscape plan must conform to the
provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance; 2) a left-mm lane will need to be
constructed on Freeport Parkway to the proposed street; 3) work done in the state right-of-
way must be approved by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT); 4) any paving
treatment (e.g. brick pavers) in the City right-of-way not required by Ordinance will be
maintained by the property owners association; 5) all portions of buildings to be within 150
of a fire lane; 6) fire hydrants to be spaced no more than 300 feet on center measured along
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the fire lanes; 7) the monument signs be limited to one per street frontage; and 8) additional
detail regarding the low walls on the north and south sides of the property. Councilmember
Garcia seconded the motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Turmell and
Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the
motion.
23. Consider providing that the Planning and Zoning Commission be the
authority responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of the Gateway
Business Park, Lots I & 2, Block A and Lot 1 and Common Area 1, Block B
at property looted along the north side of I.H. 635; east of Freeport Parkway.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve that the Planning and Zoning Commission be
the authority responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of the Gateway Business Park,
Lots 1 8: 2, Block A and Lot I and Common Area 1, Block B at property located along the
north side of I.H. 635; east of Freeport Parkway. Councilmember Peters 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.
24. Consider approval of the Smart Start School Addition, Preliminary Plat and
Site Plan, to allow the development of a 8,909 square foot day nursery on 1.65
acres of property located along thc south side of Natches Trace Drive;
approximately 250' cast of Denton Tap Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Council. Councilmember York moved to approve the Smart Start School Addition,
Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 8,909 square foot day nursery
on 1.65 acres of property located along the south side of Natches Trace Drive;
approximately 250' east of Denton Tap Road subject to the following conditions: 1) three
additional Cedar Elms to be added to the inside of the screening fence, as volunteered by the
Applicant; 2) cooking areas will require proper facilities as well as grease interceptors for
collection of grease solids; 3) minimum inside radius on fire lanes is 30 feet; minimum
outside radius is 54 feet; 4) a fully automatic fire sprinkler system is required; and 5)
additional fire hydrants may be required. Councilmember Keenan seconded the motion.
Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell voiced concerns regarding the fencing and screening on this
property and adjacent properties and asked about signage and the materials to be used for
the sign and lighting. Dee Jammal, Applicant, addressed Council and answered questions.
Dan Anderson, representing Centex Development Company, addressed the Council
concerning the adjacent property. Councilmember Wheeler suggested planting the Nellie
R. Stevens in groups instead of in a straight line. Chuck McKinney, the landscape architect,
addressed some of the landscaping questions. Councilmember York stated he would amend
his motion to include the following condition: 6) the fflty Nellie R. Stevens be planted in
cluster groups rather than in a linear fashion. There was no amendment to the second.
Mayor Sheehan stated there would be a vote on the original motion. The motion failed 3-4
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with Councilmembers Garcia, Peters and Keenan voting in favor of the motion and Mayor
Pro Tern Tunnell and Councilmembers Stover, Wheeler and York voting against the
motion. Councilmember York moved to approve the Smart Start School Addition,
Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, to allow the development of a 8,909 square foot day nursery
on 1.65 acres of property located along the south side of Natches Trace Drive;
approximately 250' east of Denton Tap Road subject to the following conditions: 1) three
additional Cedar Elms to be added to the inside of the screening fence, as volunteered by the
Applicant; 2) cooking areas will require proper facilities as well as grease interceptors for
collection of grease solids; 3) minimum inside radius on fire lanes is 30 feet; minimum
outside radius is 54 feet; 4) a fully automatic fire sprinkler system is required; 5) additional
fire hydrants may be required and 6) the Nellie R. Stevens will be spread out in clusters
along the west and north boundary as designed by Planning Director Sieb and the Architect.
Councilmember Wheeler seconded the motion; the motion carried 4-3 with Mayor Pro Tem
Tunnell and Councilmembers Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion and
Councilmembers Garda, Peters and Keenan voting against the motion.
25. Consider providing that the Planning and Zoning Commi~ion be the
authority responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of the Smart Start
School Addition to be located on 1.65 acres of property located along the
south side of Natches Trace Drive; approximately 250' east of Denton Tap
Road.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to deny that the Planning and Zoning Commission be the
authority responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of the Smart Start School Addition to
be located on 1.65 acres of property located along the south side of Natches Trace Drive;
approximately 250' east of Denton Tap Road. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the
motion; the motion to deny carried 5-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Ttmnell and Councilmembers
Garcia, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion to deny and
Councilmembers Peters and Keenan voting against the motion to deny.
26. Consider approval of the Petterson Addition, Minor Plat, to allow the creation
of two duplex residential lots on approximately 2.4 acres of property located
at 326 W. Sandy Lake Road.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Council. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell inquired regarding the proposed structures. Rupert
Keeping, 717 Cowboys Parkway, Irving, addressed the Council concerning the status of the
mobile home and the plans for Lot 2. Councilmember Stover inquired regarding the
consensus of the surrounding property owners as to the construction of a duplex. Mayor
Pro Tem Tunnell asked about the setbacks required on duplexes. Councilmember York
moved to approve the Petterson Addition, Minor Plat, to allow the creation of two duplex
residential lots on approximately 2.4 acres of property located at 326 W. Sandy Lake Road
subject to the following conditions: 1) fire lane to be platted as a 24' wide easement;
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however, actual width of fire lane can be 16' if the notation "all residential structures to be --
equipped with a functioning fully automatic fire sprinkler system. If the fire sprinkler
systems are removed or cease to function, a fullil 24' wide fie lane shall be installed." is
placed on the face of the plat; 2) access to garages must be from alley only; and 3) if the
variance from the Board of Adjustment is granted, gates shall be at each point of entry.
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.
27. Consider approval of the Town Center Addition, Lot 1, Block 3, Site Plan
Amendment, to allow the placement of a 60 square foot double face non-
illuminated monument sign at the future Eleanor's Square retail center to be
located at the northeast comer of Denton Tap Road and Town Center
Boulevard.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Council. Councilmember Wheeler referenced the letter stating the Town Center
Architectural Control Committee had reviewed and approved the proposed sign and
indicated he was a member of the Town Center Architectural Control Committee and he
had never seen or been contacted regarding the sign. Matt Malouf, Applicant, addressed
Council's questions regarding the colors and materials of the sign. Councilmember York
moved to approve the Town Center Addition, Lot 1, Block 3, Site Plan Amendment, to
allow the placement of a 60 square foot double face non-illuminated monument sign at the
future Eleanor's Square retail center to be located at the northeast comer of Denton Tap
Road and Town Center Boulevard subject to the following conditions: 1) the diamond
background matches the color of the stone on the sign elevation presented at the 11/19/98
Planning and Zoning Commission meeting; and 2) the property be replatted to show the
revised location of the water easement. Councilmember Peters seconded the motion; the
motion carried 5-2 with Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Wheeler and York voting
in favor of the motion and Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmember Stover voting
against the motion.
28. Consider approval of the Fellowship of Las Colinas Addition, Lot 2, Block 1,
Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, to create a new lot and to allow the
development of an approximate 12.5 acre parking lot located between the S.H.
121 service road and Gateview Blvd.
Gary Sieb, Director of Planning and Community Services, made a presentation to the
Council. Mayor Pro Tern Tunnell moved to approve the Fellowship of Las Colinas
Addition, Lot 2, Block 1, Preliminary Plat and Site Plan, to create a new lot and to allow
the development of an approximate 12.5 acre parking lot located between the S.H. 121
service road and Gateview Blvd. subject to the following conditions: 1) an accurate acreage
dimension and plat document that includes the entire site under consideration submitted
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-- before City Council Meeting on Dec. 8th; 2) all parking spaces/landscape proposals meet
City of Coppell minimum requirements; and 3) landscaping calculations do not track on all
exhibits - make appropriate changes. 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.
29. Consider providing that the Planning and Zoning Comminsion be the
authority responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of the Fellowship of
Las Colinas Addition, Lot 2, Block 1 on property located between the S.H.
121 service road and Gateview Blvd.
Councilmember York moved to approve the Planning and Zoning Commission to be the
authority responsible for the approval of the Final Plat of the Fellowship of Las Colinas
Addition, Lot 2, Block 1 on property located between the S.H. 121 service road and
Gateview Blvd. Councilmember Keenan seconded the motion; the motion carried 6-1 with
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell and Councilmembers Garcia, Peters, Keenan, Wheeler and York
voting in favor of the motion and Councilmember Stover voting against the motion.
30. Presentation by Joyce Skelton concerning a brick wall behind the new
YMCA.
This item was discussed during the Citizens' Appearance portion at the beginning of the
meeting.
31. Consider appointment to fill the vacancy of the one-year Altemate position on
the Library Board.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve appointment of Raymond Sleater to the one-
year Alternate position on the Library Board. Councilmember Peters 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.
32. Consider appointment to fill the vacancy of the one-year position on the Keep
Copper Beautiful Committee.
Councilmember Wheeler moved to approve the appointment of Linda Rupp to the one-year
position on the Keep Coppell Beautiful Committee. 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.
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33. Consider approval of a Resolution establishing a collaborative, community- -
wide effort to educate and combat substance abuse in our community, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Councilmember Stover moved to approve Resolution No. 120898.7 establishing a
collaborative, community-wide effort to educate and combat substance abuse in our
community, and authorizing the Mayor to sign. Councilmember York seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern TunnelI and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
34. Consider approval of a Resolution approving an amendment to the terms and
conditions of Fiscal Year 1998 CDBG funding request by and between the
City of Coppell and Dallas County to support public service activities focused
on low/moderate income households, and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
City Manager Jim Witt made a presentation to the Council. Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell
moved to approve Resolution No. 120898.8 approving an amendment to the terms and
conditions of Fiscal Year 1998 CDBG funding request by and between the City of Coppell
and Dallas County to support public service activities focused on low/moderate income
households, 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.
35. Consider appointments to Council Committees.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve appointing Councilmember Peters to replace
Councilmember Sturges on the D/FW Noise Forum, the Dallas Central Appraisal Advisory
Board and the Trinity Trail Advisory Committee. Councilmember Wheeler seconded the
motion; the motion carried 7-0 with Mayor Pro Tern Turmell and Councilmembers Garcia,
Peters, Keenan, Stover, Wheeler and York voting in favor of the motion.
36. Necessary action resulting from Executive Session.
Mayor Pro Tem Tunnell moved to approve an increase in the City Manager's base pay in
the amount of four (4%) percent. 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.
37. City Manager's Report.
A. City Manager Jim Witt thanked the Mayor and Council for their support.
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B. City Manager Jim Witt discussed the second access road to the high school and
advised they were anticipating a site plan to be submitted soon.
C. City Manager Jim Witt announced the City offices would be closed on the 244 and
25t~ of December.
D. City Manager Jim Witt stated staff would be viewing other cities' council chambers
with regard to renovations and asked Council to contact City Secretary Kathleen
Roach or Sheri Moino, Facilities Manager, with any comments.
E. City Manager Jim Witt advised that updating and improvements were being made to
the City's web page.
38. Mayor's Report.
A. Mayor Sheehan thanked the Council for their commitment to the City and for the
many hours they spend giving back to the community.
B. Mayor Sheehan commended the Leisure Services Department on the success of the
Christmas Parade.
C. Mayor Sheehan commented on the brochure received from the Leisure Services
Department.
D. Councilmember Stover inquired regarding the policy of not responding to Citizens'
Appearance. Council discussed the process of Citizens' Appearance.
E. Councilmember York expressed his belief that Police Chief Roy Osborne has done
an outstanding job since his arrival.
F. Councilmember York stated it was his wish to provide a very safe environment for
the children of the community.
G. Councilmember York commented on the redesign of Council Chambers and
discussed a paperless operation which they saw at N-LC.
H. Councilmember York advised he would be employed as of January 44 with IBM.
I. Councilmember York wished all of Council and City Staff a happy and safe holiday
season.
J. Mayor Sheehan advised that the Make a Child Smile program was still in progress
and all gifts were due Friday, December 11t~ in the City Secretary Department.
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There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was
Candy Sheehan,Mayor-
ATTEST:
Kathleen Roach, City Secretary
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