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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/18/1994 City Council 005230 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JULY 18, 1994 The Regular Session of the City Council of the City of The Colony, Texas was called to order at 6:38 p.m. on the 18th day of July, 1994, at City Hall with the following Council roll call: William W. Manning, Mayor Present Mike Lynch, Mayor Pro-Tern Absent Toby Pollard, Councilman Present Kay Hardin, Councilman Present Rob Burchard, Councilman Present John Dillard, Councilman Absent(arrived 7:00) Lynda Tate, Councilman Present and with five present, a quorum was established and the following items were addressed: WORK SESSION: 1. RECEIVE REPORT FROM THE NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT ON THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND CONSIDERATION OF ANY APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING THAT REPORT Mr. Dolan McKnight with North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) gave the council a preliminary report regarding the condition and operations of the existing wastewater treatment plant. Mr. McKnight said the final report should be ready in 2 - 4 weeks. He discussed the permit and what it should encompass, then discussed various options open to the city with respect to expansion of the plant: Option A1 (3.4 mgd) 1). Convert aeration to fine bubble; 2) Add automatic filter controls; 3) Add lime stabilization. Option B1 (5.8 mgd) 1) Convert aeration to fine bubble; 2) Add new aeration tank; 3) Add lime stabilization. Option B2 (6.7 mgd) 1) Convert aeration to fine bubble; 2) Add new aeration tank; 3) Add lime stabilization; Add automatic filter controls; 5) Add new continuous backwash filter. Option C1 (5.8 mgd) 1) Convert aeration to fine bubble; 2) Add new primary clarifiers; 3) Add lime stabilization for sludge; 4) Add odor control if needed. Option C2 (6.7 mgd) 1) Convert aeration to fine bubble; 2) Add new primary clarifiers; 3) Add filter and some aeration; 4) Add lime stabilization for sludge; 5) Add odor control if needed. Mr. McKnight said the City has facilities that can and should be used, stating that even though the plant is 18 years old it is well built and it is not going to fall apart. Mayor 5 Manning asked the costs for these options and Mr. McKnight said that is in the final report and that he would rather not speak too soon, noting however, that any of these options would be less than $5 million. Mayor Manning asked if he would throw away the existing plant if it was his (McKnight) and he said no. Mr. McKnight discussed the life expectancy of a plant of our type stating that maintaining the existing plant would be much less expensive than building a new plant. Councilman Burchard asked how long into the future expanding the existing plant to 3.4 mgd would take us and Mr. McKnight estimated to a population of 32,600. Johnny Smith said that would be just over 2400 more homes which should be about 4 - 5 years at least. Mr. David Morgan, also with NTMWD, said he has looked at the operating budget in detail since it was presented to the council and noted 2 things that need to be reviewed: 1) There should be automatic filters if not already and 2) If plant is not manned 24 hours a day, an alarm system will be needed. He said the contract should be ready in 2-4 weeks and their board will review it before bringing it back to the council. Mr. Morgan said there are several other details to be fine tuned. Councilman Pollard said NTMWD should spell out which portion of the operations will remain city responsibilities. 7:40 Recess 7:50 Reconvene REGULAR SESSION: 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. MAYORAL RECOGNITION AWARD FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PROGRAM TO BOY SCOUT TROOP 621 At this time Mayor Manning and Janice Brady, Recycling Coordinator, presented a plaque to Boy Scout Troop 621 in recognition of their participation in the Environmental Protection Program promoted by the Recycling Committee of the City of The Colony. A representative of the troop said they painted all the storm drains, weeded the flower beds at city Hall, painted the tables and landscaped at the Aquatic Park. 3. PRESENTATION OF GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION BUDGET AWARD At this time, Randy Moravik, representative of the G.F.O.A. presented an award to the City recognizing the Finance Department staff for their efforts in preparation of the municipal budget. Mr. Moravik said this was The Colony's first submittal to the program, noting over 700 cities participated throughout the nation. Johnny Smith gave credit to Bill Hall, former City Manager for his work on this budget 008£ 80 4. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT FOR THE OPERATION OF THE COLONY WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT No action was taken on this item. 11. CITIZEN INPUT Joe Agnew, 5301 Nash addressed 3 issues: 1. The proposed marina along the east shore of the lake. Mr. Agnew said he understands that several citizens in that area are concerned but that the council has to think of the good of the entire city. 2. The contract with Wasteline Engineering for the design of a wastewater treatment plant. Mr. Agnew said he knows the design is needed but perhaps not at this much expense, noting there are other needs in the city such as a fire engine. 3. He formally requested that Citizen Input be moved back to the beginning of the agenda. Michael Miller, 4520 Lake Ridge, said he is not opposed to the proposed marina or to development, but that he supports a sensible, goal oriented plan that considers the needs of all citizens. Mr. Miller said he has some traffic concerns and suggested signs that indicate children are at play and that there is no lake access through the neighborhood. Betsy Vaughn, 5020 Lake Shore, is opposed to the marina in her area, stating it is a suburban neighborhood and no place for a marina. She is concerned for safety and stated there is too much water traffic already in the area, noting however, she is not against development. She suggested considering alternate sites to the north of the city. Sam Riggs, 5092 Lake Shore, asked if the council has an overall plan not just regarding the marina but for any type of development on any of the property to be discussed in the Executive Session. Mr. Riggs said some of the citizens were invited to a meeting on Saturday where they were told the marina is a "done deal". Mr. Riggs said the citizens would like to know about development ahead of time so they can be involved. The following persons did not wish to speak, but asked that their position opposing the marina be recorded: Jacqui Parker, M. McCune, Melissa Kolencic, Lauren & David Hansell, Glenna and Gary Herman, Brent Brownfield and Richard Vaughn. 8:15 p.m. 13. EXECUTIVE SESSION AS AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 551.072 OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE REGARDING LAND ACQUISITION, TO-WIT: A. PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG THE EASTERN SHORELINE OF LAKE LEWISVILLE AND WEST OF FARM-TO-MARKET 423 10:44 p.m. 7 O0523° Upon reconvening in open session the following items were addressed 14. CONSIDERATION OF ANY APPROPRIATE ACTION TO BE TAKEN AS A RESULT OF THE EXECUTIVE SESSION. Motion to direct the City Manager to start land acquisition proceedings on the property generally located along the eastern shoreline of Lake Lewisviile and west of FM 423 - Dillard; second - Hardin. Councilman Pollard stated there are plans to annex other properties and requested the motion be amended. Motion amended to include other areas as discussed - Dillard; second - Hardin, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 5. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Manning summarized the items on the Consent Agenda. A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETINGS HELD JUNE 20 AND JULY 11, 1994 Motion to approve the minutes as prepared - Pollard; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. B. CONSIDERATION OF A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE 1993-94 GENERAL FUND Motion to approve the budget amendment as presented - Pollard; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A PRESENTATION TO THE TEXAS TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION BY DENTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGARDING STATE HIGHWAY 121 BYPASS AND FARM TO MARKET ROAD 2499 Motion to approve the resolution as presented - Pollard; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 1995 FINANCIAL PLAN OF THE DENCO AREA 9-1-1 DISTRICT Motion to approve the resolution as presented - Pollard; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 6. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF CERTAIN STATE HIGHWAYS AND/OR PORTIONS OF STATE HIGHWAYS IN THE CITY OF THE COLONY Mayor Manning read the caption of the ordinance as follows: AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF CERTAIN STATE HIGHWAYS AND/OR PORTIONS OF STATE HIGHWAYS IN THE CITY OF THE COLONY, COUNTY OF DENTON, TEXAS, HEREBY REFERRED TO AS A MUNICIPAL MAINTENANCE PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OR OTHER AUTHORIZED CITY OFFICIAL, TO EXECUTE AND AFFIX THE CORPORATE SEAL AND ATTEST SAME. A CERTAIN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE STATE OF TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND USE OF THE SAID MAINTENANCE PROJECT: AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHOULD BE EFFECTIVE FROM AND AFTER ITS PASSAGE. Tom Cravens stated this is a standard agreement the Highway Department enters into with municipalities for maintenance of State highways located within those municipalities. Motion to approve the ordinance as presented - Pollard; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 7. PRESENTATION OF THE 1994-95 MUNICIPAL BUDGET Mr. Smith advised the council this budget is preliminary. He said the budget work sessions or retreats will be scheduled as requested by the council and other supporting documentation will be provided as needed. Mr. Smith noted this budget does not include a tax increase and the only fee increase being proposed is for commercial water meters. Mr. Smith stated als() there are no capital purchases, capital projects, additional benefits, pay raises or added personnel included in this preliminary budget. He said the budget is balanced and was presented to the City Secretary on July 15 as required by the Charter. 8. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 1994-95 MUNICIPAL BUDGET TO BE HELD AUGUST 15, 1994 Mayor Manning read the caption of the ordinance as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS PROVIDING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MUNICIPAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 1994 THROUGH 9 008280 SEPTEMBER 30, 1995; PROVIDING A TIME AND PLACE FOR SAID PUBLIC HEARING, TO-WIT: ON THE 15TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1994, AT 7:30 O'CLOCK P.M. AT THE COLONY CITY HALL; PROVIDING FOR NOTICE; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Motion to approve the ordinance as written - Burchard - Second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 9. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY BY AMENDING SECTION 19 RELATING TO SCHOOL ZONES Mayor Manning read the caption of the ordinance as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY AMENDING CHAPTER 19 OF THE CODE RELATING TO TRAFFIC; AMENDING SCHOOL ZONE AREAS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE CUMULATIVE OF ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OF THE CITY RELATING TO TRAFFIC EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT OF CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING A PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) AND A SEPARATE OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED COMMITTED EACH DAY DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION OCCURS OR CONTINUES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Johnny Smith stated this ordinance has been prepared with input from the Chief of Police, the Director of Public Works and the City Secretary. Revisions are being made which will bring the school zones into compliance with State guidelines. Councilman Dillard said this is a good improvement and asked if a cross walk guard will be deleted. Mr. Cravens said there will no longer be a cross walk guard at N. Colony and Paige. Councilman Hardin asked about the 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon school zones and Mr. Cravens said they will still be in effect but had inadvertently been left out of the ordinance in the packet. Mr. Smith said the money saved on cross walk guard salaries could be used to improve the sidewalks where needed. Motion to approve the ordinance as written - Burchard - Second - Tate, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 10. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE AMENDED FLOOD PLAIN MAP FOR THE CITY OF THE COLONY Mayor Manning read the caption of the ordinance as follows: 10 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS ADOPTING REGULATIONS DESIGNED TO MINIMIZE FLOOD LOSSES; ESTABLISHING PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD REDUCTION; PROVIDING FOR HE REMOVAL OF LANDS FROM AREAS OF SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING A PENALTY OF FINE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS ($200.00) FOR EACH OFFENSE AND A SEPARATE OFFENSE SHALL BE DEEMED COMMIT-FED EACH DAY DURING OR ON WHICH A VIOLATION OCCURS OR CONTINUES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Mayor Manning said this had been presented at the last meeting and not approved because there had been a misunderstanding regarding the map. Motion to approve the ordinance as written - Burchard - Second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 12. CITY MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS 1. Meeting in Austin July 28, 1994 to hear plans for the SH 121 Bypass and FM 2499. Denton County has requested support from cities. Anyone interested in attending should contact the City Manager or City Secretary to make arrangements. 2. TML Region 8 meeting is sponsored by Lake Worth on August 8, 1994. Anyone interested in attending should contact the City Manager or City Secretary to make arrangements. 3. Dat-Mac will be contacting staff to set up a work session. 4. Lake Lewisville State Park - The city will be working with the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department regarding the pursuit of leasing the park. Mr. Smith will be meeting with them in Austin on Friday. With no further business to address, Mayor Manning adjourned the meeting at 11:10 p.m. APIi~OVED: William W. Manning, Mayor Patti A. Hicks, TRMC, City Secretary 11