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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/15/1995 City Council00568' MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON MAY 15, 1995 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 15th day of May, 1995, at City Hall with the following Council roll call: William W. Manning, Mayor Present Bill Longo, Councilman Present Mary Blair Watts, Councilman Present Kay Hardin, Councilman Present Rob Burchard, Councilman Present John Dillard, Councilman Present G. David Heiman, Councilman Present and with seven present, a quorum was established and the following items were addressed: 1. PI.EDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. CITIZEN INPUT This item is set aside for citizens to address the City Council regarding items which are not posted on the regular agenda. There was no citizen input. 3. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS DECLARING MAY 20 - 26, 1995 AS NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK Mayor Manning read the proclamation in it's entirety. It will be mailed to the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. DECLARING MAY 27 - JUNE 4, 1995 AS NATIONAL AQUATIC WEEK Mayor Manning read the proclamation in it's entirety. Pam Nelson, Parks & Recreation Director accepted the proclamation. 4. CONSIDERATION OF A JOINT RESOLUTION CITY COUNCIL ENDORSING THE PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, SENIOR/RETIRED LEADERSHIP AND CITY GOVERNMENT TO FOSTER A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY APPROACH FOR REDUCING CRIMES AGAINST THE COLONY'S SENIOR CITIZENS The Colony Police Department, Senior Citizens, AARP and the City of The Colony have formed a TRIAD. The Senior Citizens and AARP members are volunteering their 00568o time to the police which will increase efficiency and greatly enhance communications between the police and the community. Representatives from the law enforcement and the seniors' groups were present. Mayor Manning read the Joint Resolution in it's entirety. Caption as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY, TEXAS ENDORSING THE PROPOSED PARTNERSHIP OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, SENIOR/RETIRED LEADERSHIP AND CITY GOVERNMENT, A TRIAD,, WORKING TOGETHER TO FOSTER A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY APPROACH FOR REDUCING CRIMES AGAINST THE COLONY'S SENIOR CITIZENS Mr. Dick Weaver said this group was formed in 1988 for the seniors to work with police departments to help reduce crime. This TRIAD is one of only 10 in the Texas. Three candles were lighted to represent the three groups. Chief Stewart advised the group was formed by the National Sheriff's Association and the National Police Chiefs Association and said it will help the police department greatly. He noted the seniors have skills that will be very helpful. Motion to approve the resolution as written - Dillard; second - Heiman, 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 MAY 1, 3, AND 8, 1995 Motion to approve the minutes as written - Heiman; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. B. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTING A GRANT FROM SOUTHWESTERN BELL IN THE AMOUNT OF $4248.34 FOR USE BY THE COLONY MUNICIPAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION The above grant was awarded for the purchase of a copy machine and color printer to assist in the economic development efforts of the City. The equipment will be housed at the Chamber of Commerce. There are no matching funds required. Motion to accept the grant - Heiman; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 5 00 689 C. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION 95-12 ESTABLISHING AGENDA PREPARATION PROCEDURES This item is being placed on the agenda in order to amend Section 7 relating to the reconsideration of an item within six months from it's original date of consideration. Currently the resolution requires one signature from the prevailing side. It has been suggested that wording be added to allow a councilmember elected or appointed since the item was originally considered to also make such a request. Motion to accept the grant - Heiman; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 6. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE MASTER THOROUGHFARE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF THE COLONY The City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission met in a joint session on May 3, 1995 and both approved the Master Thoroughfare Plan. This ordinance is the formal adoption of the plan by the council as is required by law. Mr. Sam Chavez, City Planner pointed out the changes on the May 3, 1995 plan from the 1989 plan. Councilman Burchard noted for the record that Standridge Drive will have two lanes in The Colony and two lanes in Lewisville. Motion to approve the ordinance adopting the thoroughfare plan - Burchard; second - Dillard, carried with the following vote: Longo - Aye; Watts - Aye; Hardin - Aye; Burchard - Aye; Dillard - Aye; Heimau - Aye; Manning - Abstain. 7. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF THE COLONY AND THE CLUB FORE SPORT CENTER Mr. Smith advised the original request from Club Fore was for a minor change in Section 7, but in subsequent discussions with Mr. Chip Jones, it was determined the entire contract needs to be reviewed. Mr. Jones did indicate he would like to get this minor change made and then address the other items. Mr. Jones said in Section 7 "other party" should have read "I'he Colony". Due to a misunderstanding the amendment presented at this meeting was to change "other party" to "Club Fore". Mayor Manning suggested re-working the whole agreement and Mr. Jones did not object. Motion to postpone this item to the June 5, 1995 meeting - Heiman; second - Hardin, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 6 O0 6ov 8. RECEIVE PRESENTATION FROM THE COLONY BAY DEVELOPMENT GROUP Mr. Smith said the official position of the city right now is that we want a marina but not in The Colony sleuth area. Norman Becker with The Colony Bay Development Group addressed the council, stating that the group wants to place in The Colony, a first class facility designed to be customer oriented and community friendly. He said they will ensure that whatever is built will be good for the city and the developer. He said there will be an upscaie restaurant, public fishing pier, banquet hall and meeting facilities, etc. He said studies show that there is a need for this type facility on Lake Lewisville and that it is not financially feasible in any other location on the lake. Mr. Becker said he believes The Colony Bay Marina can be the keystone to development of the "City by the Lake" with many benefits to the City. He said this is a great idea, a great project and it is a win-win situation for both the city and the developer. He said if the council feels it would be good for the entire city and the council agrees to enter into a lease agreement with them, then The Colony Bay will seek permits from the Corps. He said they cannot take further steps until the project is endorsed by the City. Mayor Manning asked if a lease is needed or just formal council action indicating support. Mr. Becker said he believed a formal document such as a lease or other instrument would be sufficient. Councilman Hardin quoted a letter dated May 1, 1995 from the Corps of Engineers that states a marina will not be allowed in this area and asked Mr. Becker what part of the letter indicated that the Corps can be approached. Mr. Becker said he believes that if they are in partnership with the City they will then have cooperation from the federal offices and the Corps will be approachable. He said all things are possible if you enter through the right channels. Councilman Watts said she thinks the City needs to decide first if they want this marina and then the Corps must decide. She said Congressman Dick Armey has said he will help us if we decide to go forward. Councilman Watts went on to express several concerns regarding the Corps of Engineers actions regarding this project and their protectionist attitude toward existing marinas. Further discussion regarding an environmental impact study, zoning, negative impact on the city, etc. Also noted were the benefits of this project to the youth of the community in the form of providing jobs and youth oriented activities. Also discussed was the amount of boat traffic already in this area and the increased traffic projected if the marina is built. Mr. Becker stated that controls are needed in this area whether this marina is built or not. Councilman Hardin stated this is not a safe area and that she has no problem with a marina but she does not want one in this location. Further discussion followed regarding patrolling the water. Councilman Longo requested a work session with The Colony Bay and the Corps and Councilman Dillard said that won't solve anything, noting that the council needs to decide if the city wants the marina or not. Mayor Manning said if the council wants a marina and The Colony Bay gets permission from the Corps, then a work session will be needed. 7 00 569i Councilman Dillard agreed and directed the City Manager to place an item on the June 5,1995 agenda authorizing a letter of intent or a resolution saying that the city wants this marina in the City of The Colony in a location acceptable to the Corps of Engineers; further stating that if The Colony Bay can convince the Corps of this location, then we will negotiate a lease with The Colony Bay subject to approval by the Corps. Gary Herman, 5048 Lake Shore addressed the council. Reading from a prepared document he expressed many concerns about this marina, stating it should be in an area where it will not impact the City of The Colony. (See Attachment "A") Don Blackwood representing Crow-Billingsley Developers and a resident of The Colony said he has talked with several major developers regarding this project and they all indicate a marina would be a great benefit to the City because it will bring people into the city who spend money. He believes this will be a quality project and it will attract quality people. He said the city must get behind this project if they want it to happen, noting that if this group was presenting this project in other cities, such as Plano or Frisco, the council would be fighting to be sure it became reality. There are lots of positives with this project. Joe Agnew, 5301 Nash, said the city is in a unique position of sending a message to developers that we are willing to work with them. He said The Colony Bay may not get this accomplished, but the city needs to show them that we are willing to work with them. He said he is very much in favor of this project and believes it would make the bay much safer than it is now. Mike Lynch, 4921 Roberts, said the bottom line is, "Does The Colony want to make another run with Dick Armey". He said The Colony has no political clout. 9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROPRIATE ACTION IN REGARD TO THE POSSIBLE DONATION OF THE DENTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER TO THE CITY OF THE COLONY There have been several discussions regarding the Denton County Government Center being donated to the City for use by the senior citizens' group. The Council discussed that possibility and other options at this time. Councilman Longo said he is president of the group requesting this building and that he has checked with the attorney to ensure there is no conflict of interest on his part. Denton County Commissioners have indicated they will give the building for the specific use of the senior citizens and they will vote at their May 30, 1995 meeting. City Staff recommends having an architect check the building so we will know if it is structurally sound and a good investment for the city. Some studies show this building may have the same problem with water that the Library has. Discussion followed regarding the request from the county that the building be used exclusively by the senior citizens and the city's great need for meeting space for all citizens. It was noted that according to the current proposal from Commissioner Wilson, if the building is ever used by any other group, it will revert back to the County. Councilman Dillard suggested a work session after the Commissioner's meeting on May 30. Further discussion regarding who would pay for the $180,000 in estimated repairs and Councilman Burchard noted if all taxpayers have to pay for the repairs, then ail taxpayers 8 should be allowed to use the building. Councilman Longo said the latest information from Commissioner Wilson says the building will be given to city for 15 years at a cost of $1.00 per year, but agreed a work session is needed because there are a lot of questions. Councilman Heiman asked if a study has been done to find out the cost of constructing a new building for the use of the seniors and other groups. He suggested a study be done to compare those costs with the cost of renovating this building. Mayor Manning said he has indicated previously that he will help make this (donation of the building) happen if it is feasible because he believes we need to do something for the senior citizens. Councilman Hardin agreed that the seniors need a facility but said no other building is for exclusive use of any one group. Mayor Manning said as cities mature they begin to support their senior citizens. Further discussion regarding the costs for repairs, possible grants for this type facility, etc. Councilman Longo said information regarding a grant is supposed to be forwarded from Commissioner Wilson. Councilman Watts noted that there are reasons why senior citizens need their own place. Councilman Burchard said if the city tells the county we want the building be used for a civic center, not a senior center, they (county) will still give the building to us. He said everyone has needs and everyone needs to share. The city needs to find the best way to use the facility. Mike Lynch, 4921 Roberts said he asked Commissioner Jacobs about this project and she know nothing about it. Commissioner Wilson told him that there is not a grant, but the project has always been a loan from the USDA. Councilman Dillard said most dialect regarding this project has been between Commissioner Wilson and the senior citizens and that the council needs to get involved. He said the intent is noble and the city needs to be sure it is a sound investment. 10. ELECTION OF MAYOR PROoTEM AND DEPUTY MAYOR PRO-TEM Pursuant to Section 2.10 of the Charter and Resolution No. 93-24, the city council will elect a Mayor Pro-tem and a Deputy Mayor Pro-tem. Mayor Manning opened the floor for nominations for Mayor Pro-tem. Councilman Longo nominated John Dillard. There were no further nominations. Motion to elect by acclamation - Burchard; second - Longo, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. Mayor Manning opened the floor for nominations for Deputy Mayor Pro-tem. Councilman Heiman nominated Rob Burchard. There were no further nominations. Motion to elect by acclamation - Heiman; second - Dillard, carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 11. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE COLONY MUNICIPAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS 9 00 69 The City Council will at this time consider making an appointment to fill the Council Representative position on the above named board. This position was vacated when Mr. Toby Pollard resigned his Place 2 Council seat. Motion to appoint Mary Blair Watts to the vacant position - Dillard; second - Burehard carried with a unanimous roll call vote. 12. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING A VOTING REPRESENTATIVE TO THE NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENT'S GENERAL ASSEMBLY Each year following the general election of officers, the Council is requested to make a designation to the above named assembly. Motion to appoint John Dillard as the voting representative to N.C.T.C.O.G.- Burehard; second - Heiman carried with a unanimous roll call vote. Mayor Manning appointed Councilman Longo to serve on the Metrocrest Hospital Committee. 13. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE NEWLY CREATED FINANCE COMMITTEE The City Manager and the Finance Director have requested that the Mayor appoint a Finance Committee to work directly with staff in budgetary and financial considerations of the city. This committee will be comprised of the Mayor, two councilmembers, staff and the city's Financial Advisor. The Mayor will formally make those appointments at this time. Mayor Manning asked if there were any objections to the proposed structure of the committee. Hearing none, Councilman Heiman and Councilman Burchard volunteered to serve on this committee. Tony Johnston said the first meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. on June 5, 1995. 14. DISCUSSION OF STANDING COMMITrEE AND ADVISORY BOARD LIAISON APPOINTMENTS Motion to discontinue the council liaisons to the four advisory boards - Longo. Councilman Longo stated that when he sat on council before, there were problems with liaisons due to the influence they sometimes have over the board. Motion seconded - Dillard Mayor Manning agreed stating he was not sure the liaisons serve a purpose and he 10 believes they may cause the board members not to be open. Councilman Burchard said he understands, but stated councilmembers can attend any board meeting anyway and that he is not sure of the benefit to the council and asked if there is any benefit to the board. After brief discussion, the vote was taken as follows: Motion carried with the following roll call vote: Longo - Aye; Watts - Aye; Hardin - No; Burchard - No; Dillard - Aye; Heiman - Aye; Manning - Aye. 15. CITY MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS 1. Work Sessions need to be scheduled on several items. 2. Brush pile is gone and the site will no longer be used for that purpose. 3. The Police Department is reviewing city facilities for security needs. 4. Ms. Harlan reported that four Requests for Proposals have been received for the feasibility study for the proposed golf course on Wynnewood Peninsula. The EDC will review the proposals and bring a report to council on June 5, 1995. 5. Tom Cravens reported the specifications for the wastewater treatment improvements are in the process of being prepared. We are on the June agenda with the Texas Water Development Board for a one million dollar loan. - 6. Bids have been advertised for the resurfacing of Stewart Creek Park Road. 7. Sam Chavez reported that he has met with Marcie Diamond regarding the development standards and they have established a preliminary plan. The next step will be a joint work session with Council and P&Z. He is gathering residential standards from other cities. He said there had been some questions regarding whether it is appropriate for Richard Ferrara Architects to prepare the Hwy 121 development standards in light of his involvement with the Dal-Mac development along that highway. Mr. Smith said the council did authorize an agreement and they need to decide if they believe this is a conflict or not. Mr. Smith went on to say he is sure this firm is capable as are other firms. Mayor Manning expressed concern over the "fox watching the henhouse" syndrome. Councilman Burchard said he appreciates the concern but noted that Mr. Ferrara has made suggestions above what the city ever considered and that he thinks Mr. Ferrara will be able to differentiate between the city project and the developer's project. Mr. Chavez said he sees no problem with working with Mr. Ferrara and noted that he is really serving as the facilitator and the city makes the final decision. Mr. Smith said we will watch the process closely. 8. Patti Hicks handed out the 1995 update of the Goals and Objectives Document. 9. There is a work session on May 17 to discuss the charter amendment proposals. 11 00569 10. Mayor Manning asked Ms. Hicks to prepare a proclamation to be presented to The Colony High School Band recognizing their recent honor in being named by the John Philip Sousa Foundation. It will be presented May 18, 1995 at a ceremony at the High School. 10:31 Recess 16. EXECUTIVE SESSION AS AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 551.074 OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE RELATING TO APPOINTMENT, EVALUATION, REASSIGNMENT, DUTIES, DISCIPLINE, OR DISMISSAL, TO WIT: A. ADVISORY BOARDS BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD LIBRARY BOARD 11:17 Reconvene 17. CONSIDERATION OF ANY APPROPRIATE ACTION TO BE TAKEN AS A RESULT OF THE EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Manning noted that all advisory boards had been discussed in the executive session and stated that Mr. Steve Tolen, P&Z member had requested to have any concerns about his place on the board to be discussed in open session. Councilman Longo said he is concerned with Mr. Tolen and that he believes his usefulness may have been destroyed due to action during the recent election campaign. Councilman Longo said the election day actions which were directly related to Mr. Tolen's article in the newspaper were very questionable. Councilman Longo said he is not suggesting a purge of the board, but that P&Z is very important and the council needs to be sure they are receiving good decisions from them. He said he needs to be able to count on Mr. Tolen. Mayor Manning said he has known Mr. Tolen a long time and that he is an extremely negative person. He stated that Mr. Tolen caused the demise of Sail Fair. Councilman Burchard said we may not agree with Mr. Tolen's vote or what he wrote in the paper, but asked if he performs well on P&Z. Mayor Manning said he believes that staff would say he is not doing a good job. Councilman Heiman said he has a problem with the fact that Mr. Tolen put his title (P & Z Commissioner) in the paper, but he does not think he should be removed from the board just to purge, but that we need to know if he is not doing his job properly. Councilman Hardin said asking for too much information is not "not doing his job". She said she doesn't want board members that just agree with staff. Councilman Longo said he wants to know if Mr. Tolen will work for the City, 12 005696 referencing the article in the newspaper, which indicated Mr. Tolen's distrust of city staff. Councilman Longo asked if the city will come first or Mr. Tolen's personal opinion. Councilman Burchard said he is looking forward to working with the new council and that it is time for the city to reconcile. Councilman Heiman said he needs to hear specific complaints about Mr. Tolen. Councilman Longo said again, he wants to know if Mr. Tolen can put aside his personal differences (and do a good job). Mayor Manning asked Mr. Smith share any specific concerns he may have. Mr. Smith said he did not appreciate being called a liar in the newspaper article by Mr. Tolen and that he considered it very unprofessional that Mr. Tolen had not even given him (smith) the courtesy of a phone call or visit to verify any facts. Councilman Dillard said he has major concerns with the newspaper articles but noted that Mr. Tolen was a major player in the recent joint work session. Mayor Manning said the council has the responsibility to appoint board members that have the same basic goals as the city council and if it is found they do not then the council should remove them from the board. Councilman Burchard disagreed and said members should be appointed based on qualifications. Councilman Longo said he has not asked that Mr. Tolen be removed. Mr. Smith said he has a problem with individual board members tasking staff unduly. He said he has a problem with Mr. Tolen professionally and personally because he quoted me (Smith) and accused me (Smith) without even talking to me. At this time, Mr. Tolen addressed the council. He said he doesn't think anyone on P&Z would think his performance is bad. He said he asks questions and he doesn't rubber stamp anything. Mr. Tolen said in regard to the recent campaign, that he had some questions regarding ethics because of his own standards. He said he doesn't appreciate being called a liar and that he doesn't recall calling Mr. Smith a liar. He said the council knows that he has concerns about disclosure and that if they want him off P&Z then to remove him. He said he will come forward whenever he has questions and if asking too many questions is a problem on P&Z then to let him know. Mr. Smith asked Mr. Tolen why the thoroughfare plan was not tabled when it was determined they (P&Z) did not have enough information. Mr. Tolen said they did not have enough information to disapprove what had been done on June 7, 1994. Mr. Tolen said he had no control over his title being put in the paper. He said when you make a statement to the paper, they just use your title. He said if the council feels he cannot serve The Colony then they should vote their conscience and remove him (from P&Z). He said he was concerned with the Mayor's land purchase some time ago, and stated that no one's hands are clean in this election. Councilman Burchard asked if Mr. Tolen, as a member of P&Z, would keep the city first and foremost and Mr. Tolen said, "Always". Councilman Longo said this can be let go once, but if there are more problems then he will questions Mr. Tolen's actions again. 13 00569'/ Councilman Hardin asked Councilman Longo if he was asking Mr. Tolen not to further his investigation. Councilman Longo said he wants him (Tolen) to put the city first. No action was taken on this item. With no further business to address, Mayor Manning adjourned the meeting at 11:50 p.m. APPROVED: William W. Manning, ATFEST: Patti A. Hicks, TRMC, City Secretary 14 ATTACHMENT "A" CITY COUNCIL - 5/15/95 On Oct. 10. 1994 council voted 6-1 to ask the Corps of Engineers to allow a marina in The Colony, to be placed North of The Colony Cove. (Once. of course, the 5-year moratorium is lifted). I call your attention to some of the reasons council made this decision a few short months ago. These reasons are stiil very valid today: 1. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have put a 5 year moratorium on any new marina projects to be put on Lake Lewisville. It therefore appears this exercise tonight is only an exercise in futility. According to statements made to council on Oct. 10. 1994 bY Mr. Mike Ench. Manager of Operations at the Army Corps of Engineers for the Ft. Worth District. the reasons for the moratorium are several. They included concerns about overcrowding, carrying capacity and safety. Mr. Ench pointed out the three existing marinas already operating on the lake are not operating at capacity and that all three have the necessary space and financial capability for expansion, allowing them to keep Dace with any short-term demand. Mr. Ench also expressed safety concerns regarding another marina in The Colony Cove. and pointed ~o a survey done by The CorDs indicating that lake users would be better served by future development on the Northern end of the Lake. Mr. Ench further stated that one of the things the Corps looked at in deciding where any future marina might be placed is the ~inancial effect it would have on other existing establishments, particularly those in close proximity. When asked if the moratorium co,lid De cut short, he replied the Corps would have to first exhaust all of the existing possibilities -- that primarily being the maximum expansion of the three existing facilities. Mr. Ench*s comments are a matter of public record. I would urge the newly elected council members to review them. Mr, Becket Guoted from the Final Study done by the Army Corps of Engineers. I would like to do the same tREAD FROM ~TU£Y ) 2. If The Colony is going to pursue recreation to attract tourist dollars and business from the surrounding area. it would seem to make good sense for the recreational facilities to be consolidated into one area. The Dar]< recently acquired and now known as Hidden Cove Park is within our city's Northern most boundaries. With over 700 acres of land. it would be the obvious Diace for such an endeavor. With the large amount of undeveioDed land and shoreline acreaoe, this area could be turned into a recreation area which would allow not only a marina (when the moratorium is lifted), but also would 005699 allow space for family oriented activities such as water sports, amusement park, picnic and camping areas where other visitors could come with their families. These endeavors, together, would only use a small portion of the available land. leaving room for future expansion or other recreational endeavors. 3. I must agree with Mr. Ench. that to allow a marina to De built in The Colony Cove would only lead deterioration of the new marina as well as Pier 121 Marina. as both businesses cut prices in an effort to attract new customers and keep old ones. If the profits are not being made, the grounds and structures will soon fall into disrepair. As ail of you are quite aware, there is presently no marina competition on the Northern end of the lake. 4. You all know the safety problems associated with the building of a marina in The Colony Cove. This is one of the main reasons council was willing to consider a marina at a location other than this site. Your first and foremost concern in considerinq any planned development, whether iT be a marina or another type of business, should be the safety and the protection of human life of the residents of this city and others using the properties. The current overcrowding of this cove is obvious. When you consider those to be stored in the proposed dry dock area. the addition of 600-800 boats on this cove will create a traffic jam in the narrow channel next to Pier 121 the likes of which may only be surpassed by the closing of two lanes on 1-35 at rush hour. This project would increase the number of boats in this cove to over 2,000. These numbers do not take into consideration boat traffic attracted from other parts of the lake to patronize the two marinas. Remember folks, cars have brakes, boats don't. Since some of you were not on council when this project came up previously. I brought a few aerial photographs with me tonight. You can see what it looks like when you try to get the current traffic past the narrow channel next to Pier 121 Marina on any nice week-end. Can you imagine adding an additional 300 - 60' yachts? These pictures of The Colony Cove were shot last summer. Since that time. Pier 121 has added additional boat slips, adding even more traffic to the mix. You need to consider that as more people move to the Northern Dortion of the metroplex, the number of boats and demand for recreation on the Northern end of the lake can only increase. 5. Another reason council voted for a marina North of The Colony Cove was due to the increased traffic on our city ~eets and in ou~ neighborhoods which a marina, res~auran~ and bar will most assuredly bring. Council should also consider the increased amount of alcohol and drug related instances these type of businesses bring. Do we want intoxicated people driving through our neighborhoods where our children play? We also ~et into a ~uest~on os what the cost of tnis ~roject will be to the taxpayers. I believe Mr. Becket stated a few months a~o that once the marina was up and runnin~, the city tax revenue would be approximately $95.000 a year. In order to come up with th~s figure. he is apparently including the City's share of property ad valorem taxes and sales tax on Slid rental. Ad Valorem will amount to $56,000.00/year. Marina income from slip rental will amount to around $918.000.00 for 300 slips at 90% capacity tavera~e slip rental at $3,400.00/yr.). Sales tax income for the city will only amount to $9,180.(30. ?oral income to the c~t¥ from sales tax and ad valorem will be only $65,180.00. leaving a $29.820.00 short fall. in order to Get to the projected $95,000 figure, the marina would have to do an additional $3 Million in sales from the restaurant, alcohol, and supplies. If this project goes throuoh, we are looking at hiring at least 4 additional police officers for two shifts. additional patrol cars. boat maintenance and insurance plus benefit packages and equipment for the h~red personnel. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand $95.000 wilt not Qo that far. I would suggest we are looking at a cost to the tax payers more in the neighborhood of $200,000.00 a year. Does anyone really believe the restaurant and sale of alcohol and supplies are goino to oenerate an additional $13-1/2 mili~on in sales'? Because that is what it will take to make uD the difference. Th~s does not take into account the indirect costs of this project. There will obviously be more alcohol and drug related instances. What about our limited jail space, the extra trips to Denton transporting prisoners, the added liability exposure and the increased exposure of our teenagers to drugs and alcohol. City council, look around you at Arlington. ~rand Prairie and even Las Vegas. These cities have been able to reap the tax base brought to them by recreational oriented businesses, yet still have been able to maintain the quality of life their residents demand. It is done by controlled development--Dy putting ail the recreation oriented activities in one end of town where they belong, and where they do not affect its citizenry.. 00570i Hidden Cove Park represents a way for The Colony to do the same thing. It is an ideal location in which to allow recreation, yet not interfere with the quality of life our citizens expect to be maintained by this council. In closing. Ladies and ~entiemen of council. I urge you not to take any action on the developers' request. This council should tell these developers the same thing they were told last October. which was we would be happy to consider their proposal ~or a marina project in The Colony when the CorDs of Engineers li~t the 5 year moratorium, but only if they agree to building such marina at a location North of The Colony Cove--preferably at Hidden Cove Park. At that time council should demand to be shown how the city w]li actually reap benefits in this endeavor and not leave its tax payers stuck with the bill. Council has already made the right decision in this matter. I strongly urge you to let tha~ decision stand.