CM 2022-07-26255 E. Parkway Boulevard
Coppell, Texas
75019-9478
City of Coppell, Texas
Minutes
City Council
5:30 PM Council ChambersTuesday, July 26, 2022
Amended
WES MAYS BIJU MATHEW
Mayor Mayor Pro Tem
CLIFF LONG KEVIN NEVELS
Place 1 Place 4
BRIANNA HINOJOSA-SMITH JOHN JUN
Place 2 Place 5
DON CARROLL MARK HILL
Place 3 Place 7
MIKE LAND
City Manager
Wes Mays;Cliff Long;Brianna Hinojosa-Smith;Don Carroll;Kevin Nevels;John
Jun;Biju Mathew and Mark Hill
Present 8 -
Also present were Deputy City Managers Vicki Chiavetta and Traci Leach, Deputy City
Secretary Sara Egan, and City Attorney Robert Hager.
The City Council of the City of Coppell met in Regular Session on Tuesday, July 26,
2022 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of Town Center, 255 Parkway
Boulevard, Coppell, Texas.
Call to Order1.
Mayor Wes Mays called the meeting to order, determined that a quorum was
present and convened into the Executive Session at 5:30 p.m.
Executive Session (Closed to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room2.
Section 551.071, Texas Government Code - Consultation with City Attorney.
Seek Legal Advice from City Attorney regarding Texas Administrative
Code Rule 3.334, concerning local sales and use taxes.
Discussed under Executive Session.
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Work Session (Open to the Public) 1st Floor Conference Room3.
Mayor Wes Mays adjourned the Executive Session at 6:08 p.m. and reconvened
into the Work Session at 6:09 p.m.
A.Discussion regarding agenda items.
B.Discussion regarding the citizen survey.
C.Discussion regarding the ADA Transition Plan and Accessible Ramp
designs.
D.Discussion regarding the Water Conservation Plan, the treated water
system, and related projects.
E.Discussion regarding the Workforce Transit update.
Item D was presented during Consent. Item E was rescheduled to the August 9,
2022 City Council meeting. All other items were presented.
Regular Session
Mayor Wes Mays recessed the Work Session at 7:30 p.m. and convened into
the Regular Session at 7:35 p.m.
Invocation 7:30 p.m.4.
Councilmember Don Carroll gave the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance5.
Mayor Wes Mays and the City Council led those present in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
Citizens’ Appearance6.
Mayor Wes Mays asked for those who signed up to speak:
1) Barbara Bailey, 232 Plantation, spoke in regards to curbs and sidewalks in
her neighborhood.
Presentations
7.Presentation regarding the ADA Transition Plan and Accessible Curb
Ramp designs.
Kori Allen, ADA and Capital Programs Coordinator, made a presentation to City
Council.
Consent Agenda8.
Kent Collins, Director of Public Works, presented Work Session Item D.
regarding the Water Conservation Plan, the treated water system, and related
projects.
A.Consider approval of minutes: July 12, 2022
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A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that Consent Agenda Items A - F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
B.Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances
by amending Chapter 2 “Boards and Commissions” by adding a new
Article 2-11 “Attendance” to establish an attendance procedure; and
authorize the Mayor to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that Consent Agenda Items A - F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: OR 2022-1581
C.Consider approval of an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances,
by amending Chapter 3, “City Departments”, Article 3-1-12, “Drought
Contingency and Water Conservation Plan”, to amend regulations and
policies related to treated water use during drought weather conditions;
adopting an “odd-even” address scheme for drought watering response;
and authorize the Mayor to sign all necessary documents.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that Consent Agenda Items A - F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: OR 2022-1582
D.Consider approval to award bid and authorize a contract for paving
repairs on the E. Bethel (Creek View) Bridge; to C&J’s Design Solutions
of East Texas, LLC; utilizing ARPA funds; in the amount of $223,820.85;
and authorizing the City Manager to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that Consent Agenda Items A - F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
E.Consider approval for the additional purchase of Street Light Poles for
the S. Belt Line Road Reconstruction project: from an existing contract
with JB Electric for Roadway Illumination Poles; in the amount of
$164,340.00; and authorizing the City Manager to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that Consent Agenda Items A - F be approved.
The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
F.Consider approval of Contract Amendment #1 with BGE, Inc.; to finalize
the detailed redundancy project design for the Village Parkway Pump
Station; in the amount of $172,555.00; as provided by 2020 Bond
proceeds; and authorize the City Manager to sign.
A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that Consent Agenda Items A - F be approved.
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The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
End of Consent Agenda
9.Consider approval of a maximum proposed tax rate of $.525079 for the
2022 tax year and to set the Public Hearings on the budget and
proposed tax rate for the regularly scheduled Council Meeting on August
23, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. (The tax rate for publication of this agenda item
may be higher or lower depending on the final certified tax roll from
Dallas and Denton Central Appraisal Districts which was unavailable at
the time of publication of this agenda.)
A motion was made by Councilmember Kevin Nevels, seconded by
Councilmember Don Carroll, that this agenda item be postponed to the August
9, 2022 City Council meeting. The motion passed by an unanimous vote.
10.Consider approval of a Resolution ordering a Special Election to be held
on November 8, 2022, to reauthorize the local sales and use tax at a rate
of one-fourth (1/4) of one percent to continue providing revenue for
maintenance and repair of municipal streets or sidewalks for a four (4)
year period; and to reauthorize the local sales and use tax at a rate of
one-fourth (1/4) of one percent to continue providing crime reduction
programs for a ten (10) year period; and authorizing the Mayor to sign
and execute a Joint Election Agreement with Dallas and Denton
counties.
Considerar la aprobación de una Resolución que ordene una Elección
Especial para el 8 de noviembre de 2022, para reautorizar el impuesto
local sobre ventas y uso a una tasa de un cuarto (1/4) del uno por ciento
para continuar proporcionando ingresos para el mantenimiento y
reparación de calles o aceras municipales por un período de cuatro (4)
años; y reautorizar el impuesto local sobre ventas y uso a una tasa de un
cuarto (1/4) del uno por ciento para continuar brindando programas de
reducción de delitos por un período de diez (10) años; y autorizar al
Alcalde a firmar y ejecutar un Acuerdo de Elección Conjunta con los
condados de Dallas y Denton.
Xem xét phê duyệt Nghị quyết yêu cầu một cuộc Bầu cử đặc biệt được
tổ chức vào ngày 8 tháng 11 năm 2022, để ủy quyền lại thuế bán hàng và
sử dụng địa phương ở mức một phần tư (1/4) của một phần trăm để tiếp
tục cung cấp doanh thu cho việc bảo trì và sửa chữa đường phố hoặc vỉa
hè thành phố trong thời hạn bốn (4) năm; và ủy quyền lại thuế bán hàng
và sử dụng địa phương ở mức một phần tư (1/4) của một phần trăm để
tiếp tục cung cấp các chương trình giảm tội phạm trong khoảng thời gian
mười (10) năm; và ủy quyền cho Thị trưởng ký và thực hiện Thỏa thuận
bầu cử chung với các quận Dallas và Denton.
A motion was made by Councilmember Don Carroll, seconded by
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Councilmember Mark Hill, that this agenda item be approved. The motion
passed by an unanimous vote.
Enactment No: 2022-0726.1
City Manager Reports - Project Updates and Future Agendas11.
We continue to urge everyone to continue their conservation efforts on
watering. As mentioned during the presentations this evening, we want to
avoid incurring additional costs to request more water from Dallas Water
Utilities for as long as possible. We have seen a pattern emerge over the last
two weeks, with usage levels going right up to the edge of triggering
additional watering restrictions during the week and then tapering back down
to sustainable levels on the weekends. While the City and the ISD are doing
our part (we’re 2 of the largest water users in the community), we still need
your help to be aware of your water usage and reduce irrigation by one day
per week. Every little bit helps and together we can beat this heat and keep
our water usage at sustainable levels.
Concrete panel repair work is ongoing on Moore, Falcon and Mockingbird.
Work will either be completed or paused when school starts back in August.
Daytime work may continue as long as it does not significantly impact school
traffic. Concrete supply is an ongoing issue with this work. The schedule as it
stands now and weather permitting, Falcon/Mockingbird/Dividend and Sandy
Lake should be finished in October. Moore will likely be finished early 2023
unless we can determine that we can work during school traffic without too
much impact.
Work is starting on the Royal Lane partial asphalt overlay. Dallas County is
performing this work and the City covers the cost of the material.
Spectrum is scheduled to begin relocating service lines next week at Bethel
School. Relocations are ongoing at 121/Denton Tap for the right turn lane and
signals.
Pavement striping is underway along North Denton Tap. As a reminder, we
plan to re-stripe Denton Tap, MacArthur, E. Belt Line, Sandy Lake, and the bike
lanes on Moore and Riverchase.
Business Support Programs:
Belt Line Bingo: This new business support effort launched last week. And,
while some believe that we are mixing up our messaging, we know that the
businesses impacted by the construction desperately need the community to
continue supporting them. We’re excited about this initiative to continue
supporting our businesses, while trying to minimize the impact of the
construction for all. The Grand Prize winner will be able to select gift
card/cards of their choice from Coppell businesses with a total value of $200.
Revenue Recovery Grant: As indicated at the July 12, 2022 update during Work
Session, the timeline for activating this program was pushed back as we
finalized the eligibility list and discussion with the Council. Letters to eligible
businesses went out yesterday and the businesses within the construction zone
from Southwestern to IH 635 will be the first ones that can apply. Program
timeline is as follows:
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Letters to eligible businesses: July 25, 2022
Group 1 Construction Zone Applications: August 25th
Group 2 All eligible business Applications: September 8th
Mayor and Council Reports12.
Report by Mayor and City Council on recent and upcoming events.
Council Committee Reports concerning items of community involvement with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
13.
A. Report on Carrollton/Farmers Branch ISD and Lewisville ISD -
Councilmember Mark Hill
B. Report on Coppell ISD - Councilmember Kevin Nevels
C. Report on Coppell Seniors - Councilmember John Jun
D. Report on the Historical Society - Councilmember Cliff Long
Councilmember Mark Hill reported the following:
CFBISD: Applications are being accepted for anyone interested in participating
in the Bond Planning Committee. The District was the recipient of a grant
issued by Metrocrest Hopital Authority which provides an additional counselor
and substance abuse counselor, district crisis team, registered nurse to teach
at the Biomed Academy. First day of school is August 10th.
LISD: Applications for free/reduced meals are available online. Back to school
resources on are on the website including enrollment information. A supply
drive will be available based on registration to receive or donate/sponsor
online. First day of school is August 10th.
Councilmember Kevin Nevels reported the following:
CISD: A salary raise for employees and increased contribution plans has been
implemented to ensure a quality workforce. The District is currently hiring and
welcomes new teachers and principals. Note, meet the teacher night for
elementary is August 15th. Meal applications for free/reduced meals are now
available, meal prices will increase. First day of school is August 17th.
Councilmember John Jun reported the following:
Meet the new Manager, Calie Willis, and the new Coordinator, Leslie Hodge at
the Senior Center. Senior Advisory Committee is working with city staff
regarding future budgeting allocations for existing facilities and continue to
advocate for a pickleball facility.
Councilmember Cliff Long reported the following:
The Historical Society does not meet June- August; however, they continue to
plan facility maintenance repairs at Heritage Park. The Minyard store is open
to the public. As a reminder, fall events such as Pioneer Days are underway.
Public Service Announcements concerning items of community interest with no
Council action or deliberation permitted.
14.
There were no announcements.
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15.Necessary Action from Executive Session
16.Adjournment
Attest:
City of Coppell, Texas
There was no action resulting from Executive Session.
There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
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