CM 2021-04-27CFFELL
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
KAREN HUNT
Mayor
CLIFF LONG
Place 1
BRIANNA HINOJOSA-SMITH
Place 2
WES MAYS
Place 3
MIKE LAND
City Manager
City of Coppell, Texas
Minutes
City Council
5:30 PM
MARK HILL
Mayor Pro Tem
GARY RODEN
Place 4
JOHN JUN
Place 5
BIJU MATHEW
Place 6
255 E. Parkway Boulevard
Coppell, Texas
75019-9478
Council Chambers
Present 8 - Karen Hunt -,Cliff Long;Brianna Hinojosa-Smith;Wes Mays;Gary Roden -,John
Jun;Biju Mathew and Mark Hill
Also present were Deputy City Managers Traci Leach and Vicki Chiavetta, City Attorney
Robert Hager, and City Secretary Ashley Owens.
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Session on Tuesday, April 27,
2021 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway
Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
1. Call to Order
As a result of recent Declarations of Emergency made by Dallas County and the
City of Coppell in regards to the current pandemic, Governor Abbott has
permitted for governing bodies to meet remotely and to conduct open
meetings virtually.
Mayor Karen Hunt called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was
present and convened into the Executive Session at 5:31 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 real property located south of East Belt Line Road
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and east of South Belt Line Road.
Discussed under Executive Session
Section 551.087, Texas Government Code - Economic Development Negotiations.
B. Discussion regarding property located south of Bethel Road and west of
S. Coppell Road.
Discussed under Executive Session
Section 551.074, Texas Government Code - Personnel Matters.
C. Discussion regarding Alternate Municipal Judge.
Discussed under Executive Session
3. Work Session (Open to the Public) Council Chambers
Mayor Karen Hunt adjourned the Executive Session at 6:06 p.m. and
reconvened into the Work Session at 6:16 p.m.
A. Discussion regarding agenda items.
B. Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development (FOARD)
Taskforce Report.
C. Discussion regarding Oncor's Distribution Cost Recovery Factor
(DCRF) resolution.
D. Discussion regarding Texas -New Mexico Power's Distribution Cost
Recovery Factor (DCRF) resolution.
E. Discussion regarding mask mandate in city facilities.
Presented in Work Session
Regular Session
Mayor Karen Hunt adjourned the Work Session at 7:15 p.m. and reconvened
into the Regular Session at 7:31 p.m.
4. Invocation 7:30 p.m.
Councilmember Biju Mathew gave the invocation.
5. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Karen Hunt and the City Council led those present in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
6. Citizens' Appearance
Mayor Hunt asked for those who signed up to speak:
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1) Tom Garding, 927 Moonlight Cove, spoke in regards to the Grapevine
Springs Community and Senior Center and vaccines for COVID-19.
Proclamations
7. Consider approval of a Proclamation designating the week of May
16-22, 2021, as "National Public Works Week"; and authorizing the
Mayor to sign.
8. Consent Agenda
Mayor Karen Hunt read the proclamation into the record and presented the
same to Public Works Director Kent Collins. A motion was made by Mayor Pro
Tem Mark Hill, seconded by Councilmember Gary Roden, that this Agenda
Item be approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
At this time, Mayor Karen Hunt requested that Consent Agenda Item D be
pulled and considered at the May 11, 2021 meeting.
A. Consider approval of the minutes: April 13, 2021.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that Consent Agenda Items A -C, E, and F be
approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
B. Consider approval of an Ordinance for PD -280R -R (Planned
Development -280 Revised- Retail) to approve a Detail Site Plan for the
construction and maintenance of Lift Station to be located on 0.725
acres of land on the south side of Sandy Lake Road, approximately
1,100 feet east of MacArthur Boulevard; and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that Consent Agenda Items A -C, E, and F be
approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: OR 91500-A-767
C. Consider approval of awarding a contract for the metal
restoration/re-coating of the roof at the Coppell Senior Center; to the
Garland Company; in the amount of $157,500.00; as budgeted; and
authorizing the City Manager to sign any necessary documents
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that Consent Agenda Items A -C, E, and F be
approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
D. Consider approval of a Resolution allowing for a Memorandum of
Understanding between the City of Coppell and the Coppell Arts Center
Foundation; and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Manager to
execute any necessary documents.
Pulled
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E. Consider approval of a Resolution denying a proposed application filed
on April 8, 2021 by Oncor Electric Delivery Company to amend its
Distribution Cost Recovery Factor (DCRF) to increase distribution rates
within the city; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that Consent Agenda Items A -C, E, and F be
approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: RE 2021-0427.1
F. Consider approval of a Resolution denying a proposed application filed
on April 5, 2021 by Texas -New Mexico Power to amend its Distribution
Cost Recovery Factor ("DCRF") to increase distribution rates within the
city; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that Consent Agenda Items A -C, E, and F be
approved. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: RE 2021-0427.2
End of Consent Agenda
9. Consider approval of an Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of
"City of Coppell, Texas, General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series
2021" and approving various documents related to such bonds, and
authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Kim Tiehen, Assistant Director of Finance, made a presentation
to the City Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Wes Mays, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Mark Hill, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion passed by an
unanimous vote.
Enactment No: OR 2021-1556
10. Consider approval of an Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of
City of Coppell, Texas, Combination Tax and Limited Surplus Revenue
Certificates of Obligations, Series 2021; approving various documents
related to such certificates of obligation; and authorizing the Mayor to
sign.
Presentation: Kim Tiehen, Assistant Director of Finance, made a presentation
to the City Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Wes Mays, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: OR 2021-1557
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11. Consider approval of an Ordinance of the City of Coppell, Texas,
Amending the Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 9 "General
Regulations", Article 9-1 "Animal Services", Section 9-1-1 "Definitions" of
the Code of Ordinances to add the definitions of "Tether', "Tethering
Device", and "Properly Fitted"; Amending the Code of Ordinances by
amending Chapter 9 `General Regulations', Article 9-1 "Animal
Services", Section 9-1-3 "Running At Large" of the Code of Ordinances
by replacing it in its entirety and replacing with a new section 9-1-3
"Running At Large/Restraint"; and authorizing the Mayor to sign.
Presentation: Chief of Police Danny Barton made a presentation to the City
Council.
A motion was made by Councilmember Biju Mathew, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Mark Hill, that this Agenda Item be approved. The motion passed by an
unanimous vote.
Enactment No: OR 2021-1558
12. City Manager Reports - Project Updates and Future Agendas
City Manager Mike Land gave the following project updates:
Cambria/Wise Way Reconstruction — The project has started, with utility work
expected to continue through the end of May. Paving on Cambria is expected
to extend into August, with Wise Way wrapping up in September. Traffic is
currently one-way westbound from Willow Springs Drive to the cul-de-sac with
egress through the alleys. During Wise Way road reconstruction, traffic will be
one way southbound from Cambria Drive to Shadowcrest Lane. Residents and
first responders have been informed.
The Simmons alley project is underway with paving expected to begin this
week.
Airline Road — Street paving on the south lanes was completed yesterday,
driveway and inlet pours on south lanes to be completed next week. Sidewalk
construction began this week. Traffic switch to the new pavement in next 3-4
weeks, with weather permitting.
Grapevine Springs Park Dredging and Wall Repair project advertised for bids
on April 17th and 23rd. A Pre -Bid meeting is scheduled for April 29th, the Bid
Opening will be May 6th.
13. Mayor and Council Reports
Report by the City Council on recent and upcoming events.
Election Day is May 1st for the Municipal General and Special Election. Polls
will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM. Voting by personal appearance is available
for Dallas County residents at Coppell Town Center. Denton County residents
must vote at Victorious Life Church, 2671 MacArthur Boulevard, Lewisville, TX
75067. More information can be found on the City Secretary's Election page at
coppelltx.gov/election. Voting will also be conducted at Wilson, Mockingbird,
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Lakeside, Cottonwood, and Riverchase Elementary schools from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Get ready to be entertained by the Coppell Community Chorale's Mix Tape
Volume 2, Spring Concert on May 8th at 7 pm at the Coppell Arts Center! What
is a Mix -Tape? A Mix -Tape (n): is a compilation of music that moves one's
soul, usually produced on a cassette or CD. (That's an old school playlist for
the youngins out there.)
14. Council Committee Reports concerning items of community involvement with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
A. Report on Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD/Lewisville ISD - Mayor Pro
Tem Mark Hill and Councilmember Brianna Hinojosa-Smith
B. Report on Coppell ISD - Councilmembers Brianna Hinojosa-Smith
and Biju Mathew
C. Report on Coppell Seniors - Councilmember Gary Roden
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Hill reported the CFBISD Enrollment Team will be
on -hand to help complete online enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year.
On-site staff and computers will be available, free door prize giveaways on
Saturday, May 1, at Ranchview High School, 8401 Valley Ranch Pkwy E Irving,
TX 75063, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The Flower Mound High School girls' soccer team used two second -half goals
from senior Riley Baker to top Austin Vandergrift 2-1 and claim the University
Interscholastic League Class 6A state championship on April 16 at Birkelbach
Field in Georgetown, Texas.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S.
Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced Lewisville ISD as a recipient
of the 2021 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award. The honor, presented
annually, recognizes organizations nationwide that exhibit dedication to
managing energy use and have made contributions toward protecting the
environment via superior energy achievements. Out of the thousands of
entities who partner with ENERGY STAR, LISD is one of 206 organizations, and
one of only 10 school districts across the country, to receive an award this year.
LISD released modifications to Level Orange: Face coverings are still required
at all facilities. Limited visitors will be allowed on campuses. Desk shields will
now be optional per updated CDC guidelines.
Councilmember Brianna Hinojosa-Smith reported that the National School
Public Relations Association (NSPRA) has awarded CISD Superintendent Dr.
Brad Hunt the 2021 Communication Technology Award for Superintendents. He
was selected from among a competitive field of nearly 30 nominees this year.
Coppell ISD is also holding an election for the Board of Trustees Place 7;
election day is May 1st. The last day of school is May 26. Students in Pre -K
through 11th grade will begin to receive emails regarding registration for next
year. Coppell High School Boys Hockey Team won the Division 2A state
championship.
Councilmember Biju Mathew reported that two Coppell Debate teams recently
won state championships and CISD high school debate students continue to
succeed at the highest levels. Two teams from Coppell High School won state
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championships at the Texas Forensic Association tournament held March
19-21. The team of CHS Senior Arnav Kashyap and Junior Ananya Chintalapudi
are the Cross -Examination Debate State Champions. The team of Senior
Shabbir Bohri and New Tech High @ Coppell Senior Sahil Chiniwala are the
Public Forum Debate State Champions.
Councilmember Gary Roden reported that Coppell Senior & Community Center
at Grapevine Springs will reopen on Monday, May 3. During this initial phase
of reopening, hours and activities will be limited. Due to the recent facility
closure, memberships will be renewed FREE of charge through December 31.
To renew your membership, please sign-up to reserve a time to come to the
facility and have a staff member assist you or call the center to renew over the
phone.
New memberships are now available and are also FREE of charge through
December 31. Valid ID is required to sign-up.
15. Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
Nothing to report.
16. Necessary Action from Executive Session
17. Adjournment
A motion was made by Councilmember Gary Roden, seconded by
Councilmember Cliff Long, to authorize the City Manager to execute a petition
to create Dallas County Irrigation District 1 in Dallas County on property owned
by the City of Coppell generally located at Northlake, city owned property
adjacent thereto within the City of Dallas, Dallas County including the
impoundment infrastructure (Dam) and lake storage tract; and, authorize the
City Attorney to take appropriate action to file such petition and take necessary
action consistent at the County Commissioners Court creating said district. The
motion passed by an unanimous vote.
A motion was made by Councilmember Wes Mays, seconded by
Councilmember Biju Mathew, to authorize the approval of a purchase/sale
agreement to sell property generally located at Lot 3R, Block D of the Old
Town Addition, Coppell, Dallas County, Texas, by and between the City of
Coppell and the Coppell Economic Development Foundation, for economic
development purpose of construction and maintenance of a two story
retail/office and residential space for the sale price of $171,000.00; and,
authorize the City Manager to execute such agreement; and, authorize the
Mayor to execute any conveyance instrument(s). The motion passed by an
unanimous vote.
There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
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