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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF THE COLONY HELD ON
APRIL 5, 1982
A REGULAR SESSION of the City Council of the City of The Colony, Texas,
was called to order at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present:
Scott North Acting Mayor
Larry Sample Councilman
Norman Adeler Councilman
Charlie Parker Councilman
Charles Dodds Councilman
and with no members absent; thus, a quorum was established.
1. BRIEFING SESSION
At this time, Mr. Dan Savage, City Manager, reviewed the agenda with
the Council.
2. CITIZEN INPUT
Mr. John Botkin, representative of The Colony Jaycees, requested that
the Council pass a Resolution of Support for the victims of the tornado
that struck Paris, Texas. Acting Mayor North stated that the Council
certainly would consider this action at the next Special Session.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman Parker moved that the minutes of the meeting held on March 22nd
and the meeting held on March 26th be approved as presented. Seconded
by Councilman Sample, the motion was passed by the following roll call
vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
4. ISSUANCE OF PROCLAMATION ESTABLISHING APRIL AS "FLY BRANIFF
MONTH" IN THE COLONY
Acting Mayor North stated that the representative from Braniff was not
present at this time, and they would continue to the next agenda item.
5. CONSIDERATION OF CANVASS OF THE RESULTS OF THE MUNICIPAL
ELECTION HELD ON APRIL 3, 1982
ELECTION OF MUNICIPAL OFFICERS
The Colony, Texas
April 3, 1982
CANVASS OF RETURNS AND DECLARATION OF
RESULTS OF ELECTION
BE IT REMEMBERED THAT on this the 5th day of April, 1982, at
a meeting of the City Council of the City of The Colony, Texas, a quorum
being present, the meeting was called to order and the following business
was transacted.
Upon motion of Councilmember Dodds and seconded by Councilmember
Adeler, it was unanimously ordered that the City Council consider the official
returns of an election held in the City on the above mentioned date, for
the election of City Officers.
WHEREUPON said official returns were opened, examined, canvassed
and the results declared as follows:
CANVASS OF RETURNS AND DELCARATION OF RESULTS
WHEREAS, heretofore, the City Council of the City of The Colony,
Texas, called an election to be held in the City on April 3, 1982, for the
following purpose:
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To elect a Mayor for a one year term to fill a vacancy in said office,
and to elect one Councilmember for Place Number 3 for a two year term;
one Councilmember for Place Number 4 for a two year term; one Councilmember
for Place Number 5 for a two year term; and one Councilmember for Place
Number 6 for a two year term.
AND, WHEREAS, immediately after said election the Presiding Judge
and other officials holding said election made their returns of the results
thereof to the City Council as follows, and said returns being made according
to law, and duly authenticated, and it being shown that written notice
of said election was posted for the time and in the manner provided by
law, and all other proceedings pertaining to said election having been shown
to have been done and performed at and within the time and in the manner
provided by law, and all papers pertaining thereto having been returned
and filed with the City Council and no protest or objection being made
to or regarding any matter pertaining to said election;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City
of The Colony, Texas, after examining said returns and opening and can-
vassing the votes of said election, that the results of said election are
as follows:
That the following number of votes were cast for the following named
candidates for the office of Mayor, to-wit:
NAME NUMBER OF VOTES
Gene Pollard 452
Bill Longo 200
Nicholas G. Oprea 223
It appearing that Gene Pollard received a majority of all votes cast
for the office of MAYOR and is hereby declared to be elected to the office
to serve after qualifying for said term commencing April 1982.
That the following number of votes were cast for the following named
candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number 3, to-wit:
NAME NUMBER OF VOTES
Norman H. Adeler 143
It appearing that Norman H. Adeler received a majority of all votes
cast for all the candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number
3 is hereby declared to be elected to the office to serve after qualifying
for said term commencing April, 1982.
That the following number of votes were cast for the following named
candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number 4, to-wit:
NAME NUMBER OF VOTES
Charlie E. Parker 155
It appearing that Charlie E. Parker received a majority of all votes
cast for all the candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number
4 is hereby declared to be elected to the office to serve after qualifying
for said term commencing April, 1982.
That the following number of votes were cast for the following named
candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number 5, to-wit:
NAME NUMBER OF VOTES
Russ Stoffregen 127
Charles T. Dodds 190
It appearing that Charles T. Dodds received a majority of all votes
cast for all the candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number
5 is hereby declared to be elected to the office to serve after qualifying
for said term commencing April, 1982.
That the following number of votes were cast for the following named
candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number 6, to-wit:
NAME NUMBER OF VOTES
Paul D. Semones 73
Marlene Poole i10
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It appearing that Marlene Poole received a majority of all votes cast
for all the candidates for the office of Councilmember Place Number 6 is
hereby declared to be elected to the office to serve after qualifying for
said term commencing April, 1982.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that this canvass and declaration of results
of said election be entered in the Minutes of the City Council and that
said officers, after they have qualified and taken their oaths, shall serve
during the term commencing April, 1982, and thereafter until their suc-
cessors are duly elected and qualified.
This Resolution, declaring the results of the election shall become
effective immediately after its passage.
ORDERED this teh 5th day of April, 1982.
/s/ SCOTT NORTH, ACTING MAYOR
City of The Colony, Texas
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
/s/ JANICE CARROLL /s/ LAWRENCE JACKSON
CITY SECRETARY CITY ATTORNEY
The Colony, Texas
Councilman Adeler moved to accept the Canvass as presented. Councilman
Parker seconded the motion, which passed by the following vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
At this time, Acting Mayor North turned the meeting over to President
Harry Hunsicker of The Colony Municipal Utility District Board. At this
time, the Board also canvassed the results of their Municipal Utility District
Board election.
EMERGENCY ITEM: CONSIDERATION OF RECOUNT OF BALLOTS IN THE
MAYORAL RACE CONDUCTED AT THE APRIL 3, 1982, MUNICIPAL ELECTION
At this time, Janice Carroll, City Secretary, presented to Acting Mayor
North a letter from Nicholas G. Oprea, a candidate in the Mayor's race.
She advised the Council that he did have a right to request a recount because
less than 1,000 votes were cast in the race and that the race was conducted
on paper ballots. After discussion, Councilman Dodds made the motion that
a recount of all votes cast from Districts 3, 4, 5 and 6 be recounted on
Wednesday April 7th at 10:00 a.m. and that the clerks for this recount
be Helen Gray, Janice Hernandez and Diana Botkin and, further, that
Janice Hernandez be chairman of this recount committee. Seconded by
Councilman Adeler, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
6. CONSIDERATION OF ORDER CALLING MUNICIPAL RUNOFF ELECTION
ON MAY 8, 1982
Acting Mayor North stated that as a result of the Canvass of this election,
it had been determined that a runoff election was not required at this time,
therefore, no action would be taken on this agenda item.
7. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ANNEXATION OF 236 ACRES LOCATED EAST
OF PAIGE ROAD AND SOUTH OF STATE HIGHWAY #121 AND A 1.9
ACRE LAND TRACT LOCATED ALONG AND NORTH OF THE RIGHT
OF WAY OF STATE HIGHWAY #121
Councilman Parker moved to open the hearing. Seconded by Councilman
Dodds, the motion was passed by the following vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
Mr. Savage pointed out the acreage south of the current boundary, as
well as the small 1.9 acre tract on the map provided. He advised the Council
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that on March 1, 1982, the Town of Hebron did disannex this property.
He further stated that at the March 22nd meeting a service plan was pre-
sented to the Council for their review concerning this annexation. He
reviewed the plan briefly and advised the Council that the maintenance of
roads and streets in this area would be of a major concern to the city and
that there were no public facilities on this land. He stated that a Special
Session was scheduled for April 26, 1982, for the passage of the annexation
ordinance. Acting Mayor North asked for comments from the audience for
or against this annexation. There were no comments. Councilman Adeler
moved to close the hearing. Seconded by Councilman Sample, the motion
was passed by the following vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
8. RECEIVE CITY MANAGER'S STATUS REPORT
Mr. Savage advised the Council that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
office in Fort Worth has advised him that within 20 to 30 days the city
would have a license to operate Stewart's Creek Park on a one-year lease
arrangement.
Mr. Savage stated that the soon-to-be-completed park grants did not include
monies for the seeding of the fields and the installation of water lines to
these fields and that a change order in the amount of $18,000 will be included
for their review at the next Council meeting.
He stated that the Cancer Drive would begin in the City of The Colony
on Monday, April 12th and that Dee Cole and Marlene Poole had been appointed
co-chairmen for the city.
He told the Council that two new firemen, Ralph Meredith and Kenny C.
Adamcik, were employed by the city today.
Regarding the Stewart's Creek Road right of way, Mr. Savage advised
the Council that the appraising firm of R. L. Denton did advise him that
the cost of a second appraisal would be between $2,500 and $3,000, and --'
it could be completed within 30 days.
He told the Council that the Goals Committee would be presenting a report
to the Council at the April 19th meeting.
Mr. Savage stated that at the last Park and Recreation Board meeting The
Colony Jaycees did present for their consideration a request to use the
North Colony Complex park site for a circus. Mr. Savage referred them
to their memorandum in their packet regarding the Board's report. He
stated that the circus needs 2.86 acres for the circus with a tent covering,
which is 200' x 500'. The Jaycees did recommend this Complex area
primarily because of parking facilities already located there, as well as
the central location of the park. He advised that the Parks and Recreation
Board did support the idea of a carnival as a valuable leisure experience
and also thought that the October 31st date would be a good day for the
carnival due to the recent decline in the number of trick-or-treaters at
Halloween. However, the Board could not support the Complex for the
location of the circus due to the number of athletic fields that are currently
on the site. Mr. Savage advised that Mr. Herold, who could not be present
this evening, also agreed with the Board's decision. The Board did vote
in favor of supporting this endeavor with the understanding that a suitable
site be found by the end of April, in order that the circus company could
be officially notified. Mr. Savage advised that the Board did recommend
The Colony Bank site, the west side of FM 423, the Lutheran Church site
and possible use of IBM land. Mr. John Botkin, a member of The Colony
Jaycees, advised the Council that they were checking into the locations
suggested by the Parks and Recreation Board at this time. He then advised
the Council of the things that must be done prior to the circus agreeing
to perform in The Colony. Councilman Parker asked what kind of utilities
were required. He advised that they required only access to water, as
the circus supplied their own electrical generators. He did note that the
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City of The Colony would have an additional 100 people using the city's
facilities for a 24-hour period. Councilman Parker asked what facilities
would be outside of the main tent area. Mr. Botkin stated that only a
small petting booth would be outside of the tent. He assured the Council
also that the Jaycees are responsible for maintaining the land used by the
circus and would fill in any ruts or repair any other damage that the circus
might do to the location. After further discussion, Acting Mayor North
did endorse the firm of Carson Brown Circuses and advised Mr. Botkin
to come back before the Council when a land site had been obtained.
Mr. Savage stated that a citizen committee also came before the Parks and
Recreation Board at the last meeting concerning working with the city to
build and operate a community swimming pool. He stated that the committee
was represented by Chairman Nick Oprea and engineer John Tucker. The
committee did present a proposed pool, which included a dressing area,
meeting room and concession area. The talk about the location was centered
around the Office Creek Park area. He advised that the Parks and Recreation
Board registered the following questions: Legalities of the project, location
concerns, operational cost, how funds would be secured by the citizen
committee, does the pool size represent demographics of The Colony, can
pool be designed and be placed in an area that would allow for a possible
addition of a recreation center or community building. Mr. Savage did
state that this was the first discussion before the Board and that the Board
did vote unanimously to recommend to the City Council that the citizen
committee work with city officials to ascertain the possibility of this project,
particularly the financing, and further requested that additional informa-
tion come back to the Parks and Recreation Board to keep them informed
on the matter.
Mr. Savage stated that April 24th The Colony Public Library was planning
for a Grand Opening complete with a mini-parade and urged all to attend.
Mr. Savage advised that he, Councilman Sample and Councilman Dodds
did attend a meeting on Monday, March 30th. Collin County requested the
participation and support of Denton County officials when they appeared
before the State highway Commission for inclusion in the State's new twenty-
year expansion plan.
At the last regular City Council meeting, Mr. Savage stated that a citizen
asked several questions about the City's truck parking ordinance and that
the Council did request that he review these parking requirements. He advised
the Council that basically there are two types of regulations governing truck
parking, one being zoning regulations, which provide that there shall be no
off-street parking in residential, office or neighborhood service districts
for any truck or truck trailer except a pickup or panel truck not exceeding
a one-ton capacity. This requirement does prohibit the parking of large
trucks and truck tractors in residential driveways, Mr. Savage explained.
The traffic ordinance regulates the parking of vehicles on public property,
stated Mr. Savage. Commercial motor vehicles are defined in this ordinance
as "any motor vehicle designed and used for the transportation of property
not including a passenger bus, passenger automobile, motorcycle, panel
delivery truck or pickup truck, but including any other type of truck, trac-
tor, trailer, semi-trailer, pole trailer or any combination thereof which has
a gross registered carrying capacity of more than 4,000 pounds." These
regulations make it legal to park commercial motor vehicles only on private
property which is zoned for agricultural, shopping center, general retail,
commercial, or industrial uses. The owners of such property do have the
right to refuse to allow truck parking on their individual property. He
further stated that these regulations do exempt pickup trucks and panel
trucks from the commercial motor vehicle registration, even though they
are used for commercial purposes. Based on this, it is possible for a panel
truck to park legally on city streets but not park legally in a residential
driveway, if the vehicle's carrying capacity exceeds one ton but is not
more than two tons. Councilman Sample stated that he did understand these
regulations, but his primary concern was with the large amount of parking
along Baker Drive, which is a residential street width but is used as a collec-
tor street by many motorists.
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9. CONSIDERATION OF PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT ON A LAND TRACT
LOCATED ON BRANCH HOLLOW DRIVE BEHIND STOP 'N GO
Mr. Tom Cravens, representative of Fox &Jacobs, Inc., was present to
present the preliminary and final plat to the Council. He stated that the
proposed purpose of this land was for a Goodyear store and a car wash.
Acting Mayor North was concerned with accessibility to this area. Mr. Cravens
did advise the Council that they would be paving the Frivate roadway that
runs from Branch Hollow Drive to FM 423. Mr. Bradburry stated that the
property was already zoned general retail. Mr. Savage advised them that
in their packet was a memorandum from Janice Carroll, City Secretary, advising
them that the Planning & Zoning Commission did review these plans at their
March 24th meeting, and did approve the preliminary and final plat as presented.
After a brief discussion, Councilman Parker moved that the preliminary and
final plat of the tract being 277 feet long with a width of 137.98 feet located
on Branch Hollow Drive behind Stop 'N Go adjacent to a day care center
be approved as presented contingent on the site plan being approved at
a later date. Seconded by Councilman Dodds, the motion was passed by
the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: none
10. RECEIVE CATV STATUS REPORT
Mr. Savage at this time introduced Mr. John Risher, President of CATV,
Mr. Rich Ushery, Manager of the CATV Colony facility and Janet Wyman,
Director of Programming. Mr. Risher did advise the Council that at their
request a mail drop has been installed to the right of the front door of their
facility. He also advised the Council that they would like to offer the
use of their meeting rooms for future Council meetings. On behalf of the
Council, Acting Mayor North accepted and thanked CATV for their generous
offer. Mr. Risher then advised the Council that many of their reporting
problems were due to telephone communication and stated that they will have
a direct call line for after hours in the near future. Mr. Rich Ushery gave
the Council a construction update. He advised the Council that the area
south of North Colony Boulevard and west of the Lone Star Gas easement
is presently receiving service. He then stated that Area No.1, being located
north of North Colony Boulevard, west of the Lone Star Gas easement and
east of the Texas Power & Light easement with the northernmost street being
Rearn Drive was to be released for marketing on April 5th as a hot area.
He further advised that Area No. 2, which is bounded by the Texas Power
& Light easement on the east, Ragan Road on the west and North Colony
Boulevard to the south, should have construction completed by today's date,
with only some splicing of electronics to be completed before it is released
to marketing. He advised that Area No. 3, bounded by North Colony Boule-
vard on the south, Ragan Road on the east and FM 423 on the west would
be the next area to be completed. He noted that a small section west of
FM 423 on Stewart's Creek Peninsula was also being supplied feeder cable
in a joint venture project with other utility companies. Mr. Risher further
advised that an extra crew had been brought to The Colony, and they did
expect to have service to all areas in The Colony that were constructed
by November 1980 by the May 18, 1982, deadline. Councilman Parker stated
that he was concerned that the area along Reed had not been cleaned up,
although construction had been completed a week ago. Mr. Ushery said
he would check this out. Acting Mayor North was concerned that presently
only 30 channels are available, while the original intent was to provide 36
channels. Mr. Ushery advised that six channels had been removed by the
FCC and that they were in the process of adding new programming to these
vacated areas. Councilman Adeler asked when they would have these local
access channels available. He stated that part of the equipment was re-
ceived today but not all of the equipment was in at this time. Councilman
Parker stated that he had heard that CATV was experiencing financial problems,
and that they did plan to sell out this local franchise upon completion. Mr.
Risher assured the Council that the answer was no to both questions. There
followed a general discussion of other facilities to be offered by CATV, as
well as construction timetable in the new areas. Mr. Risher did request
that a work session with the new Council be planned for the near future.
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11. RECEIVE STATUS REPORT FROM TEXAS WASTE MANAGEMENT
Mr. John Gustafson was present representing Texas Waste Management and
gave a slide presentation to the Council regarding trash pickup problems
in The Colony. Mr. Gustafson advised the Council that the primary problem
is citizens setting out their trash bags early, and the use of trash bags
that are not heavy enough to contain the trash properly. It was agreed
that the alleyways that do not have rear entrances were the main problems
in the city, as many of the residents in this area literally threw their trash
bags over the fence, creating a breakage problem as well as trash bags
in the alley right of way. There followed a brief discussion regarding the
type of bags used by the City of Farmers Branch. The Council did direct
the staff to look into this type of bagging for The Colony. Councilman
Parker noted that he had received several complaints regarding the trash
trucks speeding in the alleyways and requested that this be looked into
by Mr. Gustafson. Councilman Parker also asked if Texas Waste Manage-
ment would help the city in the cleanup of Stewart's Creek Park. Mr. Gus-
tafson stated that they certainly would help the city in this endeavor. Re-
garding bulky-item pickup, Councilman Sample stated that he felt the omission
of construction material pickup was not intended to prohibit small-item pickups
of construction materials but to prohibit large commercial construction pickups.
Mr. Savage did agree with this intent but stated that the individual crew
makes the decision on these matters. Mr. Savage did ask that it be a matter
of the record that John Gustafson has worked with the staff and has been
very responsive on any problems brought to him by the city.
12. CONSIDERATION OF COMMUNICATIONS GRANT RESOLUTION
Mr. Savage advised the Council that in a memorandum included in their packet
from Police Chief N. C. Ristagno, he did explain that the department wishes
to submit an application for a Criminal Justice Grant to attempt funding
for a communications logger/recorder that will enable the department to record
all incoming emergency phone calls as well as all radio communications.
He further advised in his memorandum, Mr. Savage stated, that the logger/
recorder will also inject time of day per radio transmission or phone call.
The total project cost is $6,214. If the grant is approved, the city must
fund 25% of the equipment cost or $1,254. The Criminal Justice Department
will not provide funding for the Fire Department and, therefore, the city
must pick up the cost for Fire Department usage. Based on anticipation
of 10% of the calls being for the Fire Department, the total cost to the city
would be $1,755. The following breakdown was presented for the Council
to review:
CJD Support:
Equipment $3,259.75
Supplies and direct
operating costs 949.00
Indirect costs 250.00
Sub-total 4,458.75
City's Portion:
Grantee Contribution
(25%) 1,253.00
Fire Usage (10%) 501.50
Cost to City 1,755.00
Total Project Cost 6,214.00
At this time, Acting Mayor North read aloud the following Resolution:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY,
TEXAS, APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
TEXAS CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE COMMUNI-
CATIONS DIVISION OF THE COLONY POLICE DEPARTMENT AND PLEDGING
PAYMENT OF THE LOCAL SHARE OF THE COST OF THIS COMMUNICATION
DIVISION.
WHEREAS, the City of The Colony recognizes a need for seeking improve-
ment to its Police Department by expanding the Communication Division;
and
WHEREAS, the Texas Criminal Justice Division has indicated that funds
may be available to the City of The Colony Police Department for financing
the expansion of the Communication Division; and
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WHEREAS, the City of The Colony pledges its proportionate share of
the cost of this project, as required, if a grant is obtained; and
WHEREAS, the City of The Colony anticipates assuming total cost of
maintaining this project at the end of Criminal Justice funding;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed
to submit a grant application to the proper authorities for assistance in the
cost of the expansion of the Communication Division of The Colony Police
Department.
Section 2. That the City of The Colony anticipates assuming total maintenance
cost of the unit, as required, if a grant is obtained. ~.
Section 3. That the City of The Colony anticipates assuming continuation
of this project at the end of Criminal Justice funding.
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THE DAY
OF , 1982.
/s/ SCOTT NORTH, ACTING MAYOR
ATTEST:
/s/ JANICE CARROLL, CITY SECRETARY
Councilman parker moved to approve the Resolution as presented. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Dodds. Prior to voting, Councilman Dodds
asked which line item in the budget provided for these costs. Mr. Savage
stated that this would probably come from the classification No. 69, Other
Equipment. Councilman Parker did have a question regarding maintenance.
Lieutenant Carroll was present at the meeting and advised that a one-year
maintenance contract was provided in the initial cost, however, after this
first year, he did expect for the cost of a maintenance contract to run
approximately $500. Acting Mayor North asked what the legal ramifications
for not having this equipment would be to the city. Lieutenant Carroll advised
that there was no legal requirement for the city having this equipment,
but that the Police and Fire Departments were liable if any misinformation
was given. Councilman Sample asked that it be clarified that the city did
have a right to refuse this grant even upon approval. Mr. Savage advised
that they certainly could refuse it even after application had been made.
There being no further questions, Acting Mayor North called for a vote
on the motion on the floor. The motion carried by the following roll call ----
vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
13. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION ORDINANCE TO PAY DENTON
COUNTY ELECTRIC CO-OPERATIVE FOR THE REMOVAL OF LINES
ALONG FM #423
Mr. Savage advised the Council that the city is responsible for the payment
of the relocation of the utility lines for the widening of FM 423. Denton
County Electric Co-Operative does have an electric line that needs to be
moved, and the estimated cost for this work is $41,859.07. He advised the
Council that the city will have to pay the Co-Op. for the work after comple-
tion, and that this will be paid out of the 1982 bond sale funds. He stated
this is a one-time expenditure and that the original cost estimate was $60,000.
At this time, Acting Mayor North read aloud the following caption:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING
THE EXPENDITURE OF BOND FUNDS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
A CONTRACT BY THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOR THE RELOCATION
OF ELECTRIC UTILITIES IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF FARM TO MARKET
423; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE A UNIT PRICE CHANGE
IF NECESSARY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ~.
Councilman Dodds moved to approve this authorization ordinance for the
payment of $41,859.07 to Denton County Electric Co-Operative for the removal
of lines along the FM 423 right of way. The motion was seocnded by Council-
man Adeler. Councilman Sample asked if Denton County Electric Co-Op.
paid property tax for these lines within the city limits. Mr. Savage stated
that he did not know but would check on this and advise them at a later
date. Councilman Parker stated that he was concerned regarding any
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escalation of cost on this project, and he stated that he would like to present
at this time an amendment motion that the cost of this project not exceed
10% of the original approved cost and that this so be noted in the caption
as well as Section 5 of the agreement. Seconded by Councilman Sample,
the amendment motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
At this time, Acting Mayor North called for a vote on the motion to approve
this ordinance, as amended. The motion passed by the following roll call
vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
14. DISCUSSION OF AGENDA PACKET PROCEDURE
Councilman Sample stated that he did feel this discussion should be deferred
until the Council does have all new members on the Council. Seconded by
Councilman Parker, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
4. ISSUANCE OF PROCLAMATION ESTABLISHING APRIL AS "FLY BRANIFF
MONTH" IN THE COLONY
At this time, Acting Mayor North stated that he had talked with the represen-
tative from Braniff Airlines and that he had mistakenly attended the City
of Lewisville Council meeting and was not able to attend The Colony Council
meeting this evening. Councilman Sample moved that this agenda item be
tabled until the next Special Session to be held on April 13th. Seconded
by Councilman Dodds, the motion was passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
15. CLOSED DOOR SESSION DEALING WITH STAFF EVALUATIONS
Acting Mayor North stated that the Council would meet in closed door session
dealing with personnel at this time. He did not anticipate any further action
by the Council.
Upon reconvening in open session, and there being no further action to
be taken by the Council, Councilman Dodds moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Seconded by Councilman Sample, the motion was passed by the following
roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
Acting Mayor North adjourned the meeting at 1:25 a.m.
ATTEST:
JANI~ CARROLL, CITY SECP,~ARY
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