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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/07/1987 City Council 002836 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 7, 1987 The Regular Session of the City Council of the City of The Colony, Texas was called to order at 7:30 p.m. on the 7th day of December, 1987 at City Hall with following Council roll call: Don Amick, Mayor Present Rick Harris,Mayor Pro-tem Present Johnny Spears,Councilman Present Michael Robinson,Councilman Present Steve Glazener,Councilman Present Harvey Bradley,Councilman Absent Marlene Poole,Councilman Absent and with four members present a quorum was established and the following items were addressed: 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amick led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America 2. CITIZEN INPUT Mildred Adeler, 5217 Cook Cir., addressed the Council representing the Republican Women's Club of The Colony. The Club presented the City with a beautiful silk flower arrangement for the new city facilities. Mayor Amick thanked Mrs. Adeler for the gift. Linda White, 4212 Fryer, asked the council why the City had spent tax money for road improvements that don't meet the needs of the citizens. Ms. White was referring to the new configuration at 121 and Paige in which the right hand turn lane from 121 eastbound onto Paige had been eliminated. She stated that this had created a major traffic problem. Mayor Amick said he could not answer her question now, but assured her the staff would look into the problem and get it corrected. Councilman Harris said that the State controls the approval of changes to that road and that he too is concerned about the shoulder drop off at that intersection. Mr. Hall said he is working on that stating that the construction does not meet the design and the contractors are coming out on December 8 to look at the problem. Dick Weaver, 4940 Hackney, thanked the Council for nominating him to serve on the Denton Central Appraisal District, even though he was not elected. Mr. Weaver also stated that at the Denton County Courthouse Grand Opening, The Colony was not even mentioned as being part of the County and that is disgusted with the County officials. Mayor Amick agreed with Mr. Weaver, stating that when officials from The Colony went to Austin recently for Denton County Day, there was no mention of the Mayor of The Colony being present. Don Amick, 5021 Walker, stated that in The Colony Leader there was a cartoon by "Toto" regarding a leak in the racquet ball courts, going on to say that he was not aware of any leak. Mr. Hall, said there is not, and never has been, a leak in the courts, noting there had been a leak in the outer hallway, which was repaired by the contractor. 3. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE AND AWARD OF BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF FOUR (4) PATROL VEHICLES Mayor Amick said that in the packet is a recommendation from the Chief of Police as well as a copy of all the bids received, stating the low bid was Preston Chrysler Plymouth, next was Steakly Chevrolet, and third was Ted Arendale Ford. The Mayor said that the Chief recommends going with the Fords due to the maintenance records kept by the Police Department. Councilman Glazener noted that there is additional fuel savings by going with Ford of $2300.00 per year. Councilman Spears moved to accept the bids and award the bid to Ted Arendale Ford in the amount of $50,656.00 for the purchase of four patrol cars. Councilman Robinson seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 4. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE AND AWARD OF BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VAN FOR THE WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT Mayor Amick said the low bid is Ray Chevrolet for $10,049.00 and that is the recommended by Don Owens. Councilman Robinson moved to accept the bids and award the bid to Ray Chevrolet in the amount of $10,049.00 for the purchase of one van. Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 5. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Amick summarized the items ont he Consent Agenda for the audience. A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR THE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS HELD ON NOVEMBER 9TH, 12TH, AND 16TH, 1987 Councilman Spears moved to approve the minutes as written, abstaining himself on the 9th and 12th minutes. Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. Councilman Robinson abstained on the 12th and 16th minutes. B. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF FOUR (4) PATROL VEHICLES. Councilman Spears moved to approve the Ordinance as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. C. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A VAN FOR THE WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT Councilman Spears moved to approve the Ordinance as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INCREASE OF AMBULANCE RATES TO $100.00 PER CALL Councilman Spears moved to approve the Resolution as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. E. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE DENTON COUNTY WATER STUDY Mr. Hall said that a group of 20 - 25 members had been looking into the needs of Denton County for about 1 1/2 years and they felt a smaller group to act as a nucleus was needed. Mr. Weaver said that when the Council passes this resolution, they have given up the right to get any money back from the State. Mr. Hall said originally the money was put and was to have been prorated back to participating cities. Tommy Turner said the percentage to be given back ha~ b~en re~ced fr~m 00% to 50% mhd ~7500.00 of that mopey {$7513.00 The Colony's ~ortion) in to be ].eft in, to further the study. CounCilman Harris asked how much money we are talking about in financial support. Mr. Hall said in light of this new information, he recommends no action at this time. Councilman Harris moved to table the Resolution until January 4, 1988, and Councilman Spears seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. F. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING TEEN COURT Councilman Spears moved to approve the Resolution as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. Judge Jeff Mosley thanked the Council for passing this resolution. G. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SANITARY RATES FOR TEXAS WASTE MANAGEMENT Councilman Spears moved to approve the Resolution as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. H. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING WATER RATES FOR THE EASTVALE SUBDIVISION Councilman Spears moved to approve the Resolution as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. I. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE EASTVALE GRANT FROM TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AFFAIRS Councilman Spears moved to approve the Resolution as written and Councilman Glazener seconded the motion which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. Mayor Amick, at this time, suggested that items 6 & 7 be referred to Planning and Zoning for a recommendation and apologized to the staff for asking that these things be brought to Council Mr. Hall said the item 6 is a report addressing grandfather exemptions in the City. Mayor Amick said that the Council would address this item. 7. RECEIVE REPORT FROM ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PLANNER REGARDING NEW RATE SCHEDULE FOR PLANNING AND ZONING Councilman Harris moved to refer this item to Planning and Zoning for a recommendation and Councilman Spears seconded the motion, which carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 6. RECEIVE REPORT FROM ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF PLANNER ONT HE STATUS OF SPECIFIC USE PERMITS ISSUED IN THE CITY OF THE COLONY Mr. Bob van Til stated that his report is geared to the grandfathered SUP locations as follows: The Colony Meat Market, Stop n Go, S. Colony @ Paige, Paradise CAfe and Bar, Happy Joe's, Winn Dixie (old location), The Bottle Shop, P.K.'s Pub, and Pizza Inn.. Mr. van Til said the primary problem with the grandfathered locations concerns the length of time before the grandfathered use of that location terminates after the initial occupant leaves or discontinues that use. Mr. van Til said staff recommends that a grandfathered exemption terminate immediately upon the vacation of any such location. Mayor Amick asked what vehicle would be used to accomplish this. Mr. van Till said that an ordinance should be drafted for consideration by the Council. Mayor asked for a consensus from the Council to pursue this and all Council agreed. Mayor Amick asked if current tenants have been contacted and directed Mr. Hall to see that this is done. The Mayor also directed staff to place the ordinance on the next regular Council agenda. Mr. Hall stated that he believes this will required Public Hearings since it changing zoning at these locations. The Council agreed that no fees should be charged to those existing tenants. Councilman Spears asked how this effects new tenants and the Mayor stated they would have to come before Council for an SUP. With no further business to address, Councilman Harris moved to adjourn and Councilman Spears seconded the motion with all members voting Aye. Mayor Amick adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m. APPROVED: ATTEST: Patti A. Hicks, City Secretary [SEAL]