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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/16/1980 City Council 0006i8 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY HELD ON JUNE 16, 1980 PRIOR TO THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING a Briefing Session was held to review the agenda items to be considered. Said meeting was posted and open to the public; however, no action was taken. A REGULAR MEETING of the City Council was called to order at 8:30 P.M. with the followinf present: Richard Turner Mayor William J. Longo Councilman Norman Adeler Councilman Gary Shipman Councilman Greg Norwood Councilman and with Councilman Linda A. Adams not in attendance due to illness. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Council Adeler noted that his name should be added to reflect his presence at the meeting and he suggested that it be explained that Item #11 required that the Council meet as the Board of Adjustment and that separate minutes be taken. Councilman Shipman moved that the minutes of the Regular Meeting helf on May 19, 1980 be approved with these corrections. Seconded by Councilman Adeler the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members presented voted aye Noes: None 6. RECEIVE A FENCE VARIANCE REQUEST FROM CITIZEN Mayor Turner stated that Council would consider a citizen request for a fence variance prior to a closed door session dealing with personnel. Mr. Allan P. Rubado of 5308 Rice Drive asked that the Council grant a variance to allow his fence posts installed one foot from the concrete alleyway to remain as it is a chain link fence and does not obstruct vision; and as the homes on the other side of his alley are front garages the fence does not obstruct the traffic flow. Mr. Bradburry, Director of Community Development advised against this variance request as this is an absolute violation with no unusual circumstances involved, and Mr. Bradburry emphasized that this requirement is not only for traffic, but for the citizen's safety as this alley easement is used for electrical cables. Mr. Hart, City Manager, also recommended the denial of this variance, but added that the City would work with Mr. Rubado to correct this problem. After discussion Councilman Shipman moved that this variance request be denied. Seconded by Councilman Adeler, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Longo, Adeler, and Shipman Noes: None Abstention: Councilman Norwood 4. CONSIDERATION OF ENGINEERING PROPOSALS Mr. Hart presented to the Council the following engineering proposals: Shimek, Jacobs and Finklea Hill-Foster, Associates, Incorporated Hunter and Associates Herman Blume Riebe and Wischmeyer, Incorporated Mr. Hart recommended the Council approve the firm of Hunter and Associates. He advised that they provide services that can adequately meet our needs at a flat hourly pay rate. Councilman Shipman moved that the firm of Hunter and Associates be appointed to provide consuttan~'~engineering services to the City leased on a defined hourly rate charge. Councilman Norwood seconded this motion. Prior to voting, Councilman Longo requested a letter of clarification of the services that can be provided. Mayor Turner then called for a vote on this motion. It carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None 3. CONSIDERATION OF BOARD APPOINTMENTS A. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION B. PARK & RECREATION BOARD Mayor Turner announced that the Council woild not meet in a Closed Door Session dealing with a personnel matter as authorized by Article 6252-17 V.A.C.S. Upon reconvening in open session the Council took the following action: Councilman Longo moved that Kerry Schuck, Place 5 and Frank Henry, Place 3 be reappointed to serve a two year term as members of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Seconded by Chairman Norwood, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None Mayor Turner announced that Place 4 previously helf by Councilman Norwood would be filled after the Council interviews Planning and Zonings recommended applicants. Councilman Longo then introduced a motion to table any appointments to the Park and Recreation Board for further board interviews as requested by Chairman Froehardt. Seconded by Coulcilman Shipman, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None 5. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS FOR TRAFFIC SIGNS Mr. Hart recommended that the City Council accept Vulcan Sign and Stamping Company bid in the amount of $11,926.49 based upon the cost analysis presented to the Council at the June 5 Regular Meeting. Mr. Hart did note that the school zone sign costs will be subtracted from the original bid figure as they would not arrive prior to the fall 1980 school term. Councilman Shipman moved that the bid submitted by Vulcan Sign and Stamping Company in the amount of $11,926.49 (less school zone sign costs) be accepted as the lowest and best bid. Seconded by Councilman Norwood, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Adeler, Shipman and Norwood Noes: None Abstention: Councilman Longo 7. CONSIDERATION OF SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE ANNEXING BY PETITION THREE LAND TRACTS INTO THE CITY. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, ANNEXING THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF THE COLONY: ATTACHING THE DESCRIPTION OF SUCH TERRITORY AS EXHIBITS A, B, AND C; EXTENDING THE BOUNDRY LIMITS OF SAID CITY AS TO INCLUDE SAID PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS; GRANTING ALL PRIVILEGES OF OTHER CITIZENS AND BINDING ALL INHABITANTS BY ALL THE ACTS, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS OF SAID CITY: PROVIDING FOR A SEVER- ABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE Councilman Shipman moved to approve City Ordinance #115 upon second reading. Seconded by Councilman Adeler, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: All members present voted aye Noes: None 000620 8. CONSIDERATION OF A CITY OF THE COLONY INDUSTRIAL BROCHURE AS PRESENTED BY COUNCILMAN ADELER Councilman Adeler asked for the Councils suggestions and comments regarding the layout and content of his proposed industrial brochure. Further, he requested authorization from the Council to spend a sum not to exceed $2,500.00 for the printing of same. AID Associates had submitted the most reasonable quote on printing cost. Ten Thousand brochures in four colors would be $1,280.83; the map insert also printed in four colors, would cost $651.80. Councilman Adeler stated the Council thanked Wes Gray for submitting a suggestion for a City slogan, but agreed that "The City With A Future" proposed by Councilman Adeler reflected a progressive image. The brochures should be ready for distribution in July. At this time Councilman Longo moved to approve a printing cost not to exceed $2,500.00 for 10,000 indistrial brochures. Seconded by Councilman Shipman, the motion was possed by the following roll call votes: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None * 2. RECEIVE M.U.D. REPORT M.U.D. board member Wes Gray reported to the Council regarding Well ~3 start up; the status of their upcoming bond issuance; continued negotia- tions for the purchase of water from the City of Dallas; the Citys need to assess Dr. Fazlani and J. Y. Eberhart for a fire plug to be located within 300 feet of their commercial establishments; consideration of reappointment of the previous Board of Equalization members; and the approval of the sale of the M.U.D. office trailer to the City for a monthly payment of $10.00 a month. Mayor Turner thanked Member Gray for briefing the Council on these matters, and noted that the Council was in agreement with the reappointment of the present Board of Equaliza- tion members. There being no further action to be considered by the Council, Councilman Shipman moved that the meeting be adjourned. Seconded by Councilman Adeler, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Ail members present voted aye Noes: None Mayor Turner adjourned the meeting at 10:25 P.M. ARY * Item #2 was the second item on the agenda heard by the City Council on June 16, 1980.