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City of Coppell, Texas
Minutes
City Council
255 Parkway Boulevard
Coppell, Texas 75019-9478
Tuesday, January 22, 2013 5:30 PM Council Chambers
KAREN HUNT TIM BRANCHEAU
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
BOB MAHALIK BILLY FAUGHT
Place 2 Place 5
WES MAYS MARVIN FRANKLIN
Place 3 Place 6
GARY RODEN AARON DUNCAN
Place 4 Place 7
CLAY PHILLIPS
City Manager
Present 8 - Karen Hunt;Tim Brancheau;Bob Mahalik;Wes Mays;Gary Roden;Billy
Faught;Marvin Franklin and Aaron Duncan
Also present were City Manager Clay Phillips, City Secretary Christel Pettinos and City
Attorney Robert Hager.
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Called Session on Tuesday,
January 22, 2013, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255
Parkway Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Hunt called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was present
and convened into Executive Session at 5:37 p.m.
2. Executive Session (Closed to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Section 551.072, Texas Government Code - Deliberation regarding Real Property.
A. Discussion regarding property purchases and matters concerning
property located at Northlake.
Discussed under Executive Session
B. Discussion regarding property located south of Bethel and east of S.
Coppell Road.
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Discussed under Executive Session
3. Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room
Mayor Hunt adjourned the Executive Session at 6:06 p.m. and convened into
the Work Session.
A. CAFR Presentation by Auditor.
B. Discussion regarding Branding Initiative.
C. Distribution of Draft Statistical Fact Sheets.
D. Discussion regarding Dog Park.
E. Discussion regarding Wind Turbines.
F. Discussion of Agenda Items.
Presented in Work Session
Regular Session (Open to the Public)
Mayor Hunt recessed the Work Session at 7:30 p.m. and opened the Regular
Session.
4. Invocation 7:30 p.m.
Reverend Wayne McDonald with Metrocrest Community Church gave the
Invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Hunt led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
6. Consider approval of a proclamation naming the month of January as,
"School Board Appreciation Month," and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Mayor Hunt read the proclamation for the record and presented the same to the
following School Board Members: Anthony Hill and Amy Duggan (CISD),
James Goode and Nancy Watten (C-FBISD), Kathy Duke and Carol Kyer (LISD).
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Wes Mays, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
7. Report by the Economic Development Committee.
Read and Filed
Bill Rohloff, Chair, gave the board's semi-annual report.
8. Citizens' Appearance
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Mayor Hunt asked for those who signed up to speak:
1) Craig Creasen, 117 Portside Ln., spoke in regards to composite fencing.
2) Angela Igrisan, 354 Still Forest Dr., spoke in regards to the Master Park Plan
and Boardwalk.
9. Consent Agenda
A. Consider approval of minutes: January 8, 2013.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Aaron Duncan, that Agenda Items A -D be approved on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
B. Consider approval to utilize the City of Grand Prairie's contract with
Nortex Concrete Lifting and Stabilization, Inc., as authorized by the
Texas Local Government Code, Section 271.102, to perform our yearly
street repair/mud jacking program, in an amount of $150,279.84.; as
provided for in the Infrastructure Maintenance Fund; and authorizing
the City Manager to sign and execute any necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Aaron Duncan, that Agenda Items A -D be approved on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
C. Consider approval of the procurement of a Jet Rodder Truck from
Texas Underground Inc. and Chastang Ford through an Interlocal
Agreement with Houston Galveston Area Council (H -GAC), for a total
amount of $101,884.50, as budgeted; and authorizing the City
Manager to sign and execute any necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Aaron Duncan, that Agenda Items A -D be approved on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
D. Consider approval to purchase GPS/Multimode Opticom Devices for 9
intersections from Consolidated Traffic Controls, Inc. through an
Interlocal Agreement with Houston Galveston Area Council (H -GAC),
as provided for in the 2012-2013 Infrastructure Maintenance Fund, for
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the amount of $60,783.96; and authorizing the City Manager to sign
and execute any necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Aaron Duncan, that Agenda Items A -D be approved on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
End of Consent Agenda
10. Consider approval of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for
the fiscal year ending September 30, 2012.
Presentation: Jennifer Miller, Director of Finance, introduced Leigh Schaefers
with Grant Thorton, who made a presentation to Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Billy Faught, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Tim Brancheau, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion passed by
an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
11. Consider approval of the Conceptual Master Plan for the Andrew
Brown Park system.
Presentation: Brad Reid, Director of Parks and Recreation, introduced Phillip
Neely and Elizabeth Mcllrath with Dunaway, who made a presentation to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Billy Faught, seconded by
Councilmember Gary Roden, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
12. Consider approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Teague
Nall Perkins, in the amount of $69,510.00, for design services related
to the master planning of the median landscapes throughout the city,
and authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documents.
Presentation: Brad Reid, Director of Parks and Recreation, made a
presentation to Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Wes Mays, seconded by
Councilmember Marvin Franklin, that this Agenda Item be approved. The
motion passed by an unanimous vote.
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Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
13. Consider approval of Bid No. Q-0113-01 to MEGA Contractors, Inc., in
the amount of $1,610,500.00, for the construction of The Square at
Old Town Coppell, and authorizing the City Manager to sign the
necessary documents.
Presentation: Brad Reid, Director of Parks and Recreation, made a
presentation to Council.
Bill Peck, Developer, answered questions of Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marvin Franklin, seconded by
Councilmember Billy Faught, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
14. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
amending the Code of Ordinances for the City of Coppell by amending
Chapter 6, "Business Regulations," Article 6-15, "Temporary Signs,"
Section 6-15-5, "Provisions for all zoning districts," by amending
Sub -Sections 8(A), 8(B), 8(C), and 8(E), and by amending Section
6-15-6 "Provisions for temporary (On -premises) signs, by adding
Subsection 6-15-6(5), and by amending 6-15-7 "Provisions for
temporary off -premises signs" by amending Subsections 1, 3, 5, 6, and
adding Subsection 7, and by amending 6-15-8 "Sign Zones" by
amending frame requirements and locations and by deleting
Subsections 6, 11, 121 151 16(b), and amending 16(d); providing a
savings clause; providing a severability clause; providing an effective
date; and authorizing the Mayor to sign and execute any necessary
documents.
Presentation: Michael Arellano, Chief Building Official, made a presentation to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
Enactment No: 2013-1330
15. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
amending the Code of Ordinances for the City of Coppell, Chapter 9,
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Article 9-2, "Fence Regulations," by amending Section 9-2-1,
"Definitions," by amending the definition for "Composite" and deleting
definition of "Finish Side," by amending Section 9-2-7, "Materials,
Orientation and Colors," by amending Subsection (A) to provide an
exception for split rail fences; providing a repealing clause; providing a
severability clause; providing a penalty of fine not to exceed the sum of
two -hundred dollars ($200.00) for each offense; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign and execute any necessary documents.
Presentation: Michael Arellano, Chief Building Official, made a presentation to
Council.
Craig Creasen, 117 Portside, answered questions and provided feedback to
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Bob Mahalik, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Aye: 7 - Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brancheau;Councilmember Bob
Mahal ik;Councilmember Wes Mays; Councilmember Gary
Roden; Council member Billy Faught;Councilmember Marvin Franklin and
Councilmember Aaron Duncan
Enactment No: 2013-1331
16. City Manager Reports
Project Updates and Future Agendas.
Read and Filed
City Manager Clay Phillips said the Nature Park discussion was supposed to
be at this meeting, but has been asked to be postponed until the February 26th
meeting. A Work Session will be held on January 29th at 6 p.m. in the 2nd Floor
Conference Room at Town Center. Discussion points will include: Boards and
Commission Process, Volunteer Opportunities and potential Sales Tax/Bond
Initiatives.
17. Mayor and Council Reports
A. Report by Mayor Hunt regarding the Volunteer Service
Organization Roundtable.
Read and Filed
Mayor Hunt reported on the Volunteer Service Organization Roundtable hosted
by the Lion's Club. The meeting was a successful gathering of several
organizations from both churches and schools. Needs were discussed and will
continue at a future date.
18. Council Committee Reports
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A. Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD/Lewisville ISD - Faught and Roden
B. Coppell ISD - Mahalik and Mays
C. Coppell Seniors - Brancheau and Faught
D. Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition -Hunt
E. International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI) -
Brancheau
F. Metrocrest Medical Foundation - Mahalik
G. Metrocrest Family Medical Services -Mays
H. Metrocrest Social Service Center -Franklin
I. North Central Texas Council of Governments -Duncan
J. North Texas Commission -Roden
K. Senior Adult Services -Franklin
Read and Filed
A. Councilmember Faught announced that Riverchase Elementary will be
hosting a Literacy Night on February 12th from 6:15-7:30 p.m. Barbara Bush
Middle School is now accepting yearbook orders online. Finally, Ranchview
High School will be accepting applications for local business scholarships
through February 20th. Councilmember Roden reported that LISD is now
offering a Virtual Learning Academy where students can sign up online to earn
school credit.
B. Councilmember Mays reported on the Public Workshop CISD held on
January 7th regarding a $65M Bond Proposal. Should this initiative pass, this
would increase school taxes by approximately $150 per year for the average
homeowner. Councilmember Mahalik also thanked the CMSN science teachers
for the invitiation to view the student's energy audit at the school. He and
Mayor Hunt both found the presentation worthwhile.
C. Councilmember Faught announced new operating hours at the Senior
Center, along with a lower minimum age limit of 50 years. There are now more
programs being offered and expanded hours to enjoy for the $10 a year
membership fee.
D. Mayor Hunt reported that DRMC is actively watching the Legislature for
transportation bills.
E. Mayor Pro Tem Brancheau said ICLEI distributed a Fact Sheet listing the 20
leading cities that experienced severe weather in 2012 related to global climate
change.
F. Nothing to report.
G. Councilmember Mays said the official name for Metrocrest Family Medical
Services is now Metrocrest Family Community Clinic. The next board meeting
will be January 24th.
H. Councilmember Franklin reported on Metrocrest Senior Service Center and
Senior Adult Services together. They are seeking a consultant to talk about
merging the two entities. A sub -committee will be appointed to further
research.
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I. Councilmember Duncan reported the Cottonbelt Trail is moving along
quickly. The next board meeting will be January 24th.
J. Councilmember Roden announced that Mabrie Jackson, President and CEO,
wrote an editorial in the Dallas Business Journal regarding the Legislature
utilizing Rainy Day Funds to set up an endowment for the support of additional
water resources for the surrounding area.
19. Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest and no
Council action or deliberation is permitted.
Nothing to report.
At this time, Council recessed the Regular Session to reconvene into Work
Session at 10:23 p.m. Work Session adjourned at 10:45 p.m. Mayor Hunt
reconvened the Regular Session.
20. Necessary Action from Executive Session
Adjournment
Nothing to report.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was
adjourned.
Karen Selbo Hunt, Mayor
ATTEST:
Christel Pettinos, City Secretary
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