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Home My WebLink About12/03/1979 City Council 000483 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS HELD ON DECEMBER 3, 1979 A Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order with the following members present: Richard Turner Mayor William J. Longo Councilman Linda A. Adams Councilman Sandra Shearer Councilman Gary Shipman Councilman Chris Fabian Councilman and with no members absent a quorum was established. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilman Fabian moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting held on November 19, 1979. Seconded by Councilman Adams, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Longo, Adams, Shearer & Fabian Noes: None Abstention: Councilman Shipman 2. CONSIDERATION OF REPLAT ON SUBDIVISION FINAL PLAT #21 Mr. Bradburry explained to the City Council that the residential lot setbacks were omitted from Final Subdivision Plat #21 and the corrected replat must be approved by the Council prior to filing with the County. After a brief discussion, Councilman ~hipman moved to approve the replat on Subdivision #21, Seconded by Councilman Shearer, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None 3. CONSIDERATION OF FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT #27 Mr. Bradburry stated that the staff approved the location of the fire hydrants but would like the Council to review the locations of the light standards. After discussion, Councilman Shearer moved to approve the final subdivision Plat #27 with the light standards as shown. Seconded by Councilman Adams, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None 4. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZINg "LATE HOUR" PERMITS IN THE CITY Janice Carroll, City Secretary, stated that this item was requested by Leroy Peterson owner of the Shanty Club. Mrs. Carroll stated that the Council must first give approval before the permit can be issued by the state. Mr. Peterson told the Council that many of his customers requested that the Club stay open and serve alcoholic beverages later. Mr. Peterson said he felt this would keep people in The Colony rather than patronizing establishments in Dallas. Mr. Ristagno said that the Police Department did not think the later hours would create a problem. However, the Council was concerned that extending the hours that liquor can be sold in The Colony from 1:00 A.M. to 2:00 A.M. on Sunday mornings and from midnight to 2:00 A.M. all other mornings, could create problems in the future. They were also concerned that the OOO484 citizens of The Colony had not had the opportunity to express their opinions on this matter. The Council also directed Mrs. Carroll to check with the attorney regarding the proper legal procedures. At this time Councilman Longo moved that the item be tabled for further information and input from the citizens. Seconded by Councilman Shipman, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Longo, Shearer, Shipman and Fabian Noes: Councilman Adams 5. CONSIDERATION OF PARK GRANT RESOLUTION OF INTENT -- Tom Hart, City Manager, told the Council that the Parks and Recreation Board did pass their resolution of intent. Mr. Hart then read aloud the following caption: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY DESIGNATING CERTAIN CITY OFFICIALS AS BEING RESPONSIBLE FOR ACTING FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY IN DEALING WITH THE TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PARTICIPATING IN THE LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND ACT OF 1965; CERTIFYING THAT THE CITY OF THE COLONY IS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE UNDER SUCH PROGRAM Councilman Fabian noted that if it was possible, he would like the names of the Mayor and City Manager omitted and specify only the positions. After a brief discussion, Councilman Adams moved to approve the Resolution. Seconded by Councilman Shearer, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None 8. CONSIDERATION OF SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR ALL FINANCIAL VOUCHERS AND WARRANTS FOR THE CITY. Mayor Turner then moved to Agenda Item #8, as Chief Ristagno did have to leave the meeting due to a police matter. Mayor Turner read aloud the following caption: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING POSITIONS WITHIN THE CITY GOVERNING AND MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE TO SIGN WARRANTS WITHDRAWING MONIES FROM DESIGNATED CITY DEPOSITORIES; ESTABLISHING THE NUMBER OF SIGNATURES REQUIRED ON SUCH WARRANTS; AND PROVIDE AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DEPOSITING OF CITY FUNDS AND/OR THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS; PROVIDING ALSO AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilman Shipman moved to approve this ordinance on second reading. Seconded by Councilman Longo, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members presented voted aye Noes: None 9. CONSIDERATION OF SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Mayor Turner read aloud the following caption: 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, PROVIDNG FOR EXECUTION BY THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF A MUNICIPAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF TEXAS; ATTACHING THE FORM OF SUCH AGREEMENT AS EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE Councilman Longo moved to approve this ordinance on second reading. 000485 Seconded by Councilman Adams, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None 6. CONSIDERATION OF THE COLONY POLICE DPEARTMENT UNIFORMS Chief Ristagno told the Council that the Police Department has been having problems in obtaining uniforms as one of their suppliers does not keep their uniform shirt in stock. Chief Ristagno stated that he did recommend staying with a brown uniform but he would like the Council to consider a change to a polyester/wool uniform. After a lengthy discussion of costs and options, the Council concurred that a gradual replacement program would be feasible as long as the cost stayed in line with the budgeted amount. Councilman Fabian did request a Work Session with the Police Department sometime in December. 7. CONSIDERATION OF VEHICLE MARKINGS FOR COLONY POLICE DEPARTMENT UNITS Chief Ristagno told the Council that there were two options. The police vehicles could be marked by painting or with vinyl tape. Ristagno did recommend the tape which would last for three years can be removed easily for resale and will cost approximately $75.00 per vehicle. The Council agreed to the vinyl and further agreed to two stripes along the side of the vehicles. Council Fabian stated that this was the Chief's decision to make, but the cost must be absorbed in the Police Department budget. 10. CONSIDERATION OF CITY PERSONNEL PROJECTIONS FOR A FIVE YEAR PERIOD Mr. Hart presented to the Council, for their review and study, the personnel projections to be used as one of the criteria in establishing the size and floor plan for the proposed municipal building. Council- man Fabian and Councilman Longo stated that they did not have adequate time to review this projection and did not want to discuss same at this time. Councilman Adams also stated that this should be studied at a later date. Councilmen Shearer and Shipman expressed their opinion that Department Heads were present at this meeting and this was the time to review it and ask questions. After a lengthy discussion, Councilman Longo moved to table this item for corrections to be made, a financial breakdown be prepared to determine future costs and to give the Council adequate time to review the projections and to visit with Department Heads regarding their departmental projections. Seconded by Councilman Fabian the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Longo, Adams and Fabian Noes: Councilmen Shearer and Shipman 11. CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT TO ALLOW LAND INTO THE COLONY MUD #1 Councilman Shipman moved to table this item for further information from the Utility District. Seconded by Councilman Fabian, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members presented voted aye Noes: None 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION - PERSONNEL Mayor Turner announced that the Council would now meet in Executive Session dealing with Personnel as authorized by Article 6252-17 VACS. 000486 Upon reconvening in Open Session and their being no further action to be taken by the Council, Councilman Adams moved that the meeting be adjourned. Seconded by Councilman Shearer, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None Mayor Turner adjourned the meeting at 10:30 P.M. Jan~'-~arroll - - Cit~ecretary