HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/15/1982 City Council ~INUTHS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF THE COLONY HELD ON
NOVEMBER 15, 1982
A REGULAR SESSION of the City Council of the City of The Colony,
Texas, was called to order at 7:00 p.m. with the following members
present:
Gene Pollard Mayor
Scott North Councilman
Larry Sample Councilman
Norman Adeler Councilman
Charles Dodds Councilman
Marlene Poole Councilman
and with Councilman Charlie Parker absent due to an out of town
business trip; however, a quorum was established.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilman North moved to approve the minutes of the Special
Session held on November 8, 1982, as presented. Seconded by
Councilman Poole, the motion passed by the following vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
2. CITIZEN INPUT
Sherri Campbell of 4436 Augusta was recognized and stated that
she is very angry with Fox & Jacobs, because she feels they are
saying one thing and doing another. She stated that she has
lived in The Colony for four and one-half years and was told
that Fox & Jacobs would not mix housing types in an area and
now this is what they are doing.
Lynn Strunk of 4536 Augusta was recognized and asked if the proposed
cluster homes had been approved stating that she would like for
this area to stay single family. It was clarified for her that
the cluster homes are single family, and the concept was described
for her. Mrs. Strunk then stated that they were definitely high
density housing, and she did not think the area could handle
this high density. She was also very concerned with the value
of her property, and stated that it was her understanding when
she purchased her home that only houses similar to her own would
be built in the area.
At this point, Janice Carroll, Acting City Manager, pointed out
that there will be a Public Hearing before the Planning and Zoning
Commission concerning this question on December 7th and then
a Public Hearing before the City Council on December 13th.
Scott Carter of 4440 Augusta was recognized and stated that he
was also concerned about the housing mix in this area.
Teresa Carter, who also lives in this area, was recognized and
stated she had the same concerns as already mentioned concerning
the housing mix.
Ron Shireman of 4421 Hale was recognized and stated that he was
concerned also about the housing mix. He stated that he lives
in a Flair home and he is opposed to the cluster housing in this
area. He also stated that he was told that Hale Street was supposed
to be all Flairs, but Fox & Jacobs has built Accents on the street.
Councilman Poole asked the name of the salesman who told Mr.
Shireman that only Flairs would be built on his street and he
answered that it was Bob Kelly. At this point, Mayor Pollard
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clarified that the City has no control over the size of the houses
built on particular lots.
Sherri Campbell was recognized again and stated that she had
talked with Mr. I. R. Bradburry, Director of Community Development,
about the possibility of Residential Districting in The Colony,
and she was very interested in seeing this done.
Councilman North stated that setting up a Planned Development
was one way of controlling what was built other than the resi-
dential districting, as the planned development does 9ire the
city some control.
At this point Mayor Pollard did state that the Council would
really prefer to discuss this issue at the Public Hearing, which
would be sometime in December. Mayor Pollard also directed Janice
Carroll, Acting City Manager, to place the residential districting
question on the December 7th agenda of the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
Martin Maldonardo of 4420 Augusta was recognized and stated that
he also was concerned with the mixing of house sizes and the
planned cluster development. Mayor Pollard clarified again that
the Council could do nothing about the situation tonight, but
he did say that he would check into the situation with Fox &
Jacobs tomorrow.
Ron Shireman asked if Fox & Jacobs built a Today home across
the street from him, was Mayor Pollard saying that the City could
not do anything about it. Mayor Pollard stated that this was
true right now.
Kenneth O'Neal, who also lives on Augusta, was recognized and
stated that his concerns were the same as had already been discussed.
He did state further that in his opinion the clusters would become
future slums.
Mary Ann Hardy was recognized and stated that she had the same
concerns as her neighbors on Augusta. She had been told by Fox
& Jacobs that these homes would not hurt her property value at
all because the square footage would be comparable.
At this point, Councilman Sample did clarify that except for
one model, the homes planned for the clusters are the same as
models already built in The Colony; the only difference would
be the cul de sac arrangement.
Mr. Hardy stated that he was very concerned that they had evidently
been verbally misled, and he stated that he had been told that
the area where Stewarts Creek Elementary School is now would
be a park area.
Mayor Pollard called for a brief recess before resuming the remainign
agenda items.
3. RECEIVE CITY MANAGER'S STATUS REPORT
Mrs. Carroll stated that she had received minutes of the previous
meeting and a financial statement from the Denton County Tax
Appraisal District. Their next meeting is scheduled for November 18th
at 3:30 p.m. The financial statement, she advised, gives the
percentage of their budget spent to date. She stated she would
provide this information to the Council.
She advised the Council of a Board meeting of the Municipal Utility
District to be held November 18th at 7:00 p.m., and the upcoming
bond sale would be discussed at this meeting. She also stated
that she had a copy of MUD's budget for fiscal year 1982/83 and
that she would provide copies to the Council.
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She advised that the Police Department accepted bids on eight
new vehicles but that this item would not be on the agenda until
the next meeting, as N. C. Ristagno, Police Chief, stated he wished
to give the matter further study.
She stated that she had received traffic figures from COG, and
these would be provided to the Council.
She advised the Council of a structure fire on North Colony Boulevard
Sunday, November 14th, at a house west of Paige Road. Ronnie
Gothard, Fire Chief, stated that although the house was a total
loss, most of the furniture was saved.
She advised that there would be a meeting of the Insurance Committee
tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
At this point, Rick Herold, Director of Parks and Recreation,
was recognized and introduced Mr. Gobble, a turkey, to pass out
flyers concerning The Colony Turkey Trot to be held November 20th
at Stewarts Creek Park.
Mrs. Carroll announced that the auditors would be at City Hall
Wednesday, November 17th, to begin work on this year's audit.
She also advised that this week two CDs were invested at savings
and loan institutions for 30 days, one at 10% and the other at
11%.
She advised that Mr. I. R. Bradburry, Director of Community Develop-
ment, had requested a 45 mile per hour speed zone at Highway 121
and Paige Road when the new signals are installed. She also advised
that in Mr. Bradburry's opinion, the sign stating "Do Not Block
Intersection" would not be feasible, as it is not likely that
the Highway Department would agree to this. Councilman North
asked if it would be possible to get signals at the intersection
of the new Blair Oaks extension and Highway 121. Mayor Pollard
suggested that the Police Department might put an officer in this
area during peak times.
Mr. Bradburry advised that he had a meeting Tuesday morning with
Mr. Neal concerning the widening of FM 423. Mrs. Carroll stated
that the cost had increased slightly for this project from $290,000
to $292,616.53.
Mrs. Carroll advised that she had received an opinion from our
attorney concerning school zone markings.
She advised that the survey of Stewarts Creek Park had been completed
and would be mailed back to the Corps of Engineers this week.
This completes the lease agreement for the park.
8. RECEIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FROM CATV
Mayor Pollard stated that per a telephone conversation with Mr.
Ben Campbell and a letter which he had received from him, this
item would be postponed until the next meeting.
4. CONSIDERATION OF PROCLAMATION ESTABLISHING THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER
14th AS CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK IN THE COLONY
At this time, Mayor Pollard read aloud the following Proclamation
in its entirety:
WHEREAS, books are one of the best ways to bring the world
to the child; and
WHEREAS, books can expand the child's world, inspiring his
imagination and ambition; and
WHEREAS, curiosity is aroused as horizons are widened and
knowledge increased by the experiences books offer; and
WHEREAS, books are vital to a child's educational growth
and should be available to all children to buy, to borrow and
to own; and
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WHEREAS, when we "Pass the Word - Read," we remind children
and ourselves how worthwhile and important reading books truly
is;
NOW, THEREFORE I, Gene Pollard, Mayor of the City of The
Colony, Te×as, do hereby proclaim the week of November 15 through
November 21, 1982, to be
CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK
in the City of The Colony, and encourage the year-round reading
and enjoyment of children's books.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused
the seal of the City of The Colony to be affixed this 15th day
of November, 1982.
/s/ GENE POLLARD, MAYOR
ATTEST: /s/ JANICE CARROLL, CITY SECRETARY
Ann Beckel, Librarian, was recognized and presented Mayor Pollard
with a giant book mark and outlined some of the activities which
would be available during the week.
5. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT
IN A SHOPPING CENTER ZONING FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE
BY THE SOUTHLAND CORPORATION ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF NORTH
COLONY BOULEVARD AND FM #423
At this time, Mayor Pollard read aloud the following ordinance
caption:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, AMENDING THE COMPRE-
HENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY SO AS TO CHANGE
THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN TO "SC" SHOPPING CENTER DISTRICT
SUBJECT TO A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A BEVERAGE STORE (DEFINITION
109); PROVIDING FOR THE AMENDMENT OF THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP;
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED
DOLLARS 15200.001 FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE ~_~
DATE.
Councilman North moved to approve the ordinance as presented.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Adeler. ~r. Marc Drasin
of the Southland Corporation was recognized to answer any questions
the Council might have. Councilman Sample stated that he wanted
it noted that the Council had studied traffic flow in this area.
Mayor Pollard then called for a vote on the motion on the floor.
The motion passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
6. CONSIDERATION OF EARLY PAYMENT ON CONTRACT WITH JIM EAGLE
TURF
Janice Carroll, Acting City Manager, referred the Council at this
time to memos written by Councilman Charlie Parker and Director
of Parks and Recreation, Rick Herold, on this subject, and also
advised that there had been a meeting with representatives of
Jim Eagle Turf. Mr. Herold then introduced Jim Eagle, Jr. to
answer any questions the Council might have. Counci~lman Sample
stated that the agreement was signed on June 1, 1982, but work
did not begin until July 26th. Mr. Herold advised that his depart-
ment was in constant contact with Jim Eagle Turf during this time.
Their understanding had been that the work would begin within
30 days but, due to other commitments made by Jim Eagle Turf,
as well as the heavy rain, they were late starting. Mayor Pollard
clarified at this point that the contract called for work to begin
within five days after the date written notice was given to Jim
Eagle Turf. Jim Eagle, Jr. replied that he had no good answer
for this. Mr. Herold was asked if he had prior knowledge of this
delay, and answered that he did not. Mayor Pollard then asked
Mr. Eagle if they were aware of their prior commitments on the
day they signed the contract with The Colony. Mr. Eagle simply
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stated again that they did start late. Councilman Sample then
asked if they had been ready to begin in The Colony on June 7th
as the contract called for, could they have started somewhere
other than at Turner Street, where the heavy rain had caused erosion.
Mr. Herold answered that the watering system was not available
at that time. Councilman Sample then asked about instances when
equipment was moved from The Colony to other areas, thus causing
further delay. Mr. Eagle stated that this was due to the lack
of water at The Colony sites, which was necessary for getting
the grass started properly. At this point, Mr. Herold did clarify
for Mayor Pollard that he did not approve this delay. Mr. Eagle
then stated that they had planted 435 bushels of grass seed per
acre instead of the required 250 bushels per acre. Mrs. Carroll
stated that her primary concern on the billing was whether or
not this grass would last through the playing season and winter.
At this point, Mr. Herold gave Mayor Pollard and the members of
the Council copies of a letter of guarantee from Jim Eagle Turf,
stating that (1) all of the grass still carried all of the original
guarantees and warranties covered in the specifications asbid
and (2) they would come back to The Colony as soon as requested
by the Parks and Recreation Department this spring to finish up
the job. Councilman Sample asked if the grass would die this winter
due to the late sprigging, and Mr. Eagle stated that the grass
was guaranteed and, therefore, would be replaced in this event.
Councilman Sample then asked how long Jim Eagle Turf had been
in business, and was told they had been operating for 25 years.
Councilman Sample then asked what guarantee The Colony had that
Jim Eagle Turf would still be in business next year. Mayor Pollard
stated that the bond would still be in effect. Councilman Poole
wished to know the cost to The Colony after the planting of the
rye grass and the extra fertilization. The cost of these services
was $1,800 she was told, and Jim Eagle stated that this procedure
is one they recommend from a security standpoint. Councilman
Poole asked if Mr. Herold was aware of this extra expense when
the contract was signed. Jim Eagle answered that this was just
a recommendation; not a requirement. Mayor Pollard then asked
if this extra $1,800 expense would have been necessary if the
grass had been started on schedule, and Jim Eagle answered that
in his professional opinion, this still would have been necessary.
Mr. Herold stated that his main concern at Turner Street Park
was to have the fields ready for the soccer season, as he had
made a commitment to do this. Mayor Pollard then asked about
the cost breakdown at the various parks. Jim Eagle stated that
this was billed on a per-acre basis and gave the following informa-
tion:
4.45 acres in Bridges Park
2.45 acres in North Colony Park
7.90 acres in Turner Street Park
This was billed at about $1,100 per acre plus a 10% retainage
fee. Mr. Eagle stated that $9,955 has been billed to the city
or about 55% of the total contract. Councilman North then questioned
the figures he had concerning the percentage of completion at
each park, stating that these figures showed only about 5-6% more
work to be done. Mr. Herold stated that these percentages had
been lowered by his department because of areas which they were
not satisfied with. Councilman North then asked if it was possible
that The Colony might actually get more for their money due to
the delays, and Jim Eagle stated that he felt that this was possible.
Mayor Pollard then stated that the contract called for payment
upon completion but mentioned no provision for partial payment.
Mr. Eagle stated that they are in their dormant season right now
and have been working with the city, and he therefore hoped the
city would help them out by making this partial payment. After
further brief discussion, Councilman North moved to make this
partial payment of $9,955 effective the first week in January.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Dodds. Councilman Sample
asked if we were spending $1,800 more than the contract amount.
Mr. Herold answered that yes we were but that this was separate
from the contract and came out of grant money. Councilman Sample
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then stated that in his opinion the City ha~ 9one over the contract
amount, and the Council was not told. Mayor Pollard stated that
this work was not in the original contract but was a separate
expense. Councilman Sample then state~ that he simply wishefl
that in cases such as this the Council could be notified. At
this point, Mrs. Carroll clarified that Mr. Herold did tell the
City Manager about this situation at the time. Mayor Pollard
then called for a vote on the motion on the floor. The motion
passed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
Mayor Pollard called for a five-minute recess at this point.
7. CONSIDERATION OF PASSAGE OF ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING FIRE LANES
At this time, Mayor Pollard read aloud the following ordinance
caption:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF FIRE LANES; PROVIDING SPECIFICATIONS AND LOCATION
OF FIRE LANES; PROVIDING FOR THE MARKING OF FIRE LANES; REQUIRING
OWNER OR PERSON IN CHARGE OF PRIVATE PROPERTY TO MAINTAIN FIRE
LANE MARKINGS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR
A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS
($200.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilman Adeler moved to approve this ordinance as presented.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Dodds. Mrs. Carroll stated
that this ordinance had been needed for some time and that Ronnie
Gothard, Fire Chief, was present to answer any questions that
the Council might have. This ordinance would establish fire lanes
in shopping centers and at schools a minimum of 20 feet in width,
stated Mr. Gothard, and the property owners would be responsible
for the markings. Mr. Gothard also stated that the most important
things this ordinance does is to give the city the right to enforce
these fire lanes. Councilman Adeler asked about areas other than
shopping centers and multi-family housing. Chief Gothard said
that the ordinance would apply to all public assembly buildings
and anything over two stories in height. Councilman Poole asked
about signs designating these fire lanes. Chief Gothard stated
that no signs were required and that they were to be marked by
a red line four inches in width with white markings within this
boundary showing no parking. Councilman North asked who would
be responsible for enforcement. Chief Gothard answered that the
Fire Department would have the authority but that he would project
that the majority of the enforcement would be done by the Police
Department. Mrs. Carroll clarified that the Community Development
Department only gets involved in cases of city code violations.
Councilman Poole asked what type of notification would be given
to citizens on this, and Chief Gothard answered that this ordinance
would be enforceable as soon as passed and when the fire lanes
were marked. Mayor Pollard then 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
10. RECEIVE REPORT UPDATE ON LOCAL HOSPITAL FACILITIES
Councilman North was recognized to give this report and stated
that he would also call on Chief Gothard for some of the details.
Councilman North referred the Council to the memo they had been
given prepared by himself, Chief Gothard and Chief Ristagno.
Councilman North stated that this committee would be getting together
again. The committee has visited area hospitals to see what type
facilities would be available at each in the emergency room area
for our newly-trained paramedics. Following is an outline of
what they found:
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Lewisville Memorial Hospital
Beds: 4 Primary Treatment Rooms with six patient capacity
Maximum 8 patients in Emergency Room--overflow
in I.C.U.
1 Cardiac Room--1 bed
1 Orthopedic Room--2 beds
2 Treatment Rooms
No plans to expand Emergency Room within next
5 years
Staff: Two doctors on call 24 hours per day for Emergency
Room duty. Entire staff on call during office
hours when needed and available for emergency
duty.
Medical Lewisville Memorial Hospital is state designated
Control: medical control facility for Denton County along
with Westgate and Flow hospitals. Authorized
to give orders direct to paramedics and special
skills personnel in the field.
Time: The Colony to Lewisville Memorial Hospital over
the last three months is an average of 13 minutes.
Plano General Hospital
Beds: 12 Basic beds
Total capacity of 16 beds
* Two bed trauma room with surgery capability
* One bed cardiac care room
* Nine standard treatment rooms
Recently completed expansion of Emergency Room
and future planned expansion to include complete
trauma center.
Staff: Emergency Room physician present in ER 24 hours/day.
Additional physician present during peak periods.
Five doctor staff to conduct 24 hour coverage
on rotation basis. All doctors on Plano General
staff available for Emergency Room on call.
Medical Currently doctors unable to issue orders directly
Control: to paramedics in field. Plano Emergency Room
currently under BIO-TEL System. The Parkland
System.
In order to join BIO-TEL the first year fee is
35¢ per capita according to last COG census.
Each year after 20¢-22¢ per capita.
Time: The Colony to Plano over last three months average
time, 19 minutes.
Councilman North stated that Plano General plans to have a complete
trauma center in two years. Chief Gothard clarified for Mayor
Pollard that the Plano ER participates in the BIO-TEL System,
which is headquartered at Parkland Hospital in Dallas. The Colony
would have to pay to be a part of this system, as stated in the
memo, before their personnel could issue orders to our paramedics.
Lewisville Memorial can at this time issue these orders which
our paramedics would, of course, need. It was clarified by Chief
Gothard at this point that a patient may be transported wherever
they designate after these initial orders are received. He also
stated that any city which has a radio system can participate
in BIO-TEL after paying the required fee. Councilman North stated
at this point that apparently not all hospitals wish to have the
state medical control facility designation due to liability insurance
costs involved. Councilman North clarified that this was simply
a fact-finding report at this time, and they were making no recom-
mendations. He did state that by participating in BIO-TEL, you
would have the advantage of the experience of the Parkland doctors
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who have handled numerous trauma cases. Chief Gothard stated
that The Colony's system does lack telemetry capabilities at this
time. The equipment needed for this would be an Apcor 12-watt
radio. The only other piece of equipment which would be vital
would be a heart monitor, Chief Gothard stated. It was also pointed
out that under the Parkland System, order would be issued only
to paramedics trained under their system, and Parkland also does
not accept the special skills level of training. We have some
paramedics receiving their training from Cooke County and some
special skills personnel.
9. CONSIDERATION OF AWARDING BID FOR OUTDOOR WARNING SIREN SYSTEM
AND AUTHORIZATION ORDINANCE ON SAME
Fire Chief Ronnie Gothard was recognized to present the bids received
at this time, which were submitted on a performance basis, as
shown below:
1. Ken's Communication, Wylie, Texas, $20,835. This was
for one ACA P-50 siren located in the area of the John Yates Park
site. The effective radius is 9,000 feet for planning purposes.
All equipment would be pole mounted and installed, tested and
accepted within 90 days from date order is received. The bid
did include the following notation--"The radius quoted and the
db levels quoted are under ideal test conditions by independent
laboratories. Test results may vary depending on various factors,
including weather conditions. Due to the different layouts of
the siren sites, no one can guarantee an exact db level at any
particular site. However, we do guarantee that the euqipment
does produce the advertised output under test conditions by inde-
pendent laboratories."
2. Gifford Electric, Fort Worth, Texas, $39,945. This was
for three ACA P-10 sirens utilizing a 4,500-foot effective radius
for planning purposes. It is quoted to be completed within 30
days after Gifford Electric receives the equipment in their shop
and their supplier is currently quoting an eight-week delivery
time after receipt of the order. The system bid would be mounted
on wood poles with all equipment pole mounted. In the bid it
was noted--"Gifford Electric, Inc. will not guarantee 70 db coverage
for the city, however, our systems are all satisfactory to our
customers and tests have been conducted which show that the systems
do in fact maintain a satisfactory sound level."
Chief Gothard stated that an invitation was sent to Federal but
they stated it was never received. One Federal location in Louisiana
did receive this information but they forwarded it to their factory
and the factory stated it was not received. Councilman Adeler
wanted to know if two of the P-50 sirens could be used in order
to get coverage which might be even better than with the three
P-10 sirens. Councilman Sample asked what sound would be comparable
to 70 decibels. A representative from Ken's Communication was
recognized and stated this would be approximately comparable to
a person speaking at a level slightly louder than the average
speaking level. Mayor Pollard then aksed which system Chief Gothard
would recommend. Chief Gothard stated that there were advantages
and disadvantages with each system and he would, therefore, fine
it very difficult to recommend either. Councilman North asked
what the sound would be like if the siren were in your back yard.
The representative from Ken's Communication stated that this would
make no difference, because the siren is mounted on a tall pole.
Mayor Pollard then asked Janice Carroll, Acting City Manager,
what was budgeted for this system. She answered that $7,500 was
budgeted for this year based on a lease purchase, with an expense
of $21,000 to $22,000 expected within three years. Mayor Pollard
then stated that in his opinion, the Council should consider one
large unit now, with the thought that the system could be added
to at a later date. Councilman North asked about the civil defense
system which CATV had stated they would furnish the city in the
amount of $15,000, this amount to be in cash if no grant money
available. Councilman Sample stated that when CATV was asked
about this, they indicated that the access capability the city has
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in the form of the special channels for emergency warnings was
intended to cover this. Councilman North asked the representative
from Ken's Communication why they did not submit a bid on three
sirens. He replied that when the company had done this in the
past, it had not worked out well.
At this point, Mayor Pollard recognized Mayor John Clanton of
Frisco and Mayor Lonnie Richards of Little Elm who were in the
audience.
Councilman Dodds then moved to accept the bid from Ken's Communication
and pass the authorization ordinance on same in the amount of
$20,835. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sample. Mayor
Pollard then read aloud the following ordinance caption:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE FIRM OF KEN'S COMMUNI-
CATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,835 FOR OUTDOOR WARNING SIREN SYSTEM;
ATTACHING THE APPROVED FORM OF THE CONTRACT AS EXHIBIT "A"; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilman North asked the Ken's Communication representative
if we purchased another siren like this one would this price still
be good. He replied that the cost of the steel could increase
or the price at the factory might be increased but that this was
not very likely. Mayor Pollard asked how much the installation
price would be, and was told it would be $4,000. Council North
asked about the interest rate on the lease purchase. Mrs. Carroll
replied that she did not have these exact figures at this time.
Chief Gothard stated that Ken's had provided some information
on this. Mayor Pollard then 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
11. CONSIDERATION OF CALLING TWO ANNEXATION PUBLIC HEARINGS AND
RECEIVING A SERVICE PLAN ON LAND GENERALLY LOCATED DUE NORTHWEST
OF THE CITY LIMITS BOUNDARY
Mrs. Carroll stated that she was asking that the annexation of
this land be considered and she displayed a map showing the area
proposed to be annexed, and referred the Council to a service
plan which she had prepared for the area, which she read aloud
at this time:
In accordance with 970A Section 10B VACS the following is
a statement of governmental services that must be provided
in sixty days and capital improvements that must be provided
in 2% years.
1. Presently the City does have a contract with Denton
County to provide fire protection to this area and this service
will be continued. Ambulance service can be provided immediately.
This land is not developed or inhabited and a large number
of medical calls is not expected.
2. The Police Department will review immediately the
provision of a new district which will provide for patrol
of this area based on need.
3. Waste collection is presently not needed as there
are no inhabitants.
4. Road and park maintenance can be maintained. There
are no recrational faciliities on this land.
5. No capital improvements, i.e., streets, fire station,
etc., subdivision and development.
She then stated that she would like for the Council to consider
calling two Public Hearings to be advertised on November 18th
and held on November 29th, one on the actual site and the other
at City Hall. Councilman Sample moved to call these two Public
Hearings on November 29, 1982. Seconded by Councilman North, the
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
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Mrs: Carroll stated that the ordinance could be passed on December 20,
1982.
12. CONSIDERATION OF CALLING TWO ANNEXATION PUBLIC HEARINGS AND
RECEIVING A SERVICE PLAN ON LAND GENERALLY LOCATED ADJACENT
TO THE NORTHEAST BOUNDARY OF THE CITY LIMIT LINE ADJACENT
TO THE B. B. OWENS LAND TRACT
Mrs. Carroll presented the following service plan for this area:
In accordance with 970A Section 10B VACS the following is
a statement of governmental service that must be provided
in sixty days and capital improvements that must be provided
in 2½ years.
1. Presently the City does have a contract with Denton
County to provide fire protection to this area and this service
will be continued, the town of Frisco also provides service
to this area. Ambulance service can be provided immediately.
This land is not developed or inhabited and a large number
of medical calls is not expected.
2. The Police Department will review immediately the
provision of a new district which will provide for patrol
of this area based upon need.
3. Waste collection is presently not needed as there
are no inhabitants.
4. Road and park maintenance can be maintained. There
are no recreational facilities on this land.
5. No capital improvements, i.e., streets, fire station,
etc., subdivision and development.
Councilman North moved to call two Public Hearings on November
29, 1982, on thisannexation. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Poole. At this point, Mayor John Clanton of Frisco asked that
this Public Hearing not be held until the litigation is settled
regarding the B. B. Owens tract, stating that he felt this was
the only fair way to handle this. Mayor Pollard stated that he
might go along with this if the Frisco Council voted to pass a
binding agreement stating Frisco would not pass any further annexa-
tion ordinances unless by mutual agreement with The Colony. Mayor
Clanton stated that he would put this before the Frisco Council
tomorrow night, but he also stated he felt that by going ahead
tonight, The Colony City Council was not acting in good faith.
At this time, Mayor Lonnie Richards of Little Elm stated that
he also would like to ask The Colony to postpone acting on the
annexation covered in Item 11, due to its possibly being in Little
Elm's extraterritorial jurisdiction. Mayor Pollard clarified
for him that if we did run into Little Elm's ETJ, it would have no
effect, and The Colony would simply have to move back.
Mayor Pollard then 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
Mayor Pollard called for a five-minutes recess at this time.
13. CLOSED DOOR SESSION DEALING WITH PERSONNEL AND LITIGATION
AS AUTHORIZED BY ARTICLE 6252-17
A. CITY MANAGER
B. MUNICIPAL JUDGE
C. FRISCO SUIT
Mayor Pollard announced that the Council would now meet in a closed
door session.
Upon reconvening in open session, there being no further business
to be conducted by the Council, Councilman Dodds moved to adjourn
the meeting. Seconded by Councilman Sample, the motion carried
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by the followin9 vote:
Ayes: All members present voted aye
Noes: None
Mayor Pollard adjourned the meetin9 at 12:14 a.m.
GE~ P~)LLARD', M~'YOR
ATTEST:
JANI~CARRO~L, CITY SECRETARY
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