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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/16/1995 City Council MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON OCTOBER 16, 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 16th day of October, 1995, at City Hall with the following Council roll call: William W. Manning, Mayor Absent (Arrived 8:05) Bill Longo, Councilmember Present Mary Watts, Councilmember Present Kay Hardin, Councilmember Present Rob Burchard, Councilmember Present John Dillard, Councilmember Present G. David Heiman, Councilmember Present and with six present, a quorum was established and the following items were addressed: 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman Rob Burchard read a prepared statement that he would resign his Council seat effective the end of this meeting. He has accepted a position with his company which requires him to transfer to Atlanta, Georgia. He expressed his thanks to the council members, staff and the citizens and urged them to continue to work for the betterment of the city. 2. CITIZEN INPUT Several residents of the Strickland Avenue neighborhood signed up to speak. Mayor Pro-Tern Dillard asked for one spokesperson to express the concerns of the group. Mr, "Ali" Bahr, 5233 Strickland, said this group had been before council 8 weeks ago requesting some form of traffic control in their neighborhood but no action has been taken at this time. He expressed his hope that something could be done before a tragedy occurred. They have bought a stop sign to donate to the city to put up at Griffin. If the city is short of manpower and cannot put it up, they are willing to install it themselves. Mayor Pro-Tern Dillard asked if any others wished to speak on this subject. Brenda Gardner, 5200 Strickland said the street is like a race track. They have called the police several times but it has not stopped the problem. She asked what it would take to get help with this problem. She said she would video the area if needed. Jeff Hunsaker. 5213 Stricldand, said he has been a resident for over five years. During that time he has seen three cars totalled and one tree uprooted because they were hit by speeding cars. Property can be replaced but we cannot risk our children. Arli$ Cummings. 5209 Strickland, stated he was a new resident and father of three. He has seen too many close calls and wants something done as soon as possible. He is 5 concerned for the safety of his children. Bill Brown, 5220 Strickland, said he has witnessed two accidents. With this traffic problem, the children are required to remain in the house or back yard to be safe. He said he would like to be able to play basketball with his son but since the only place is in the front, he is concerned. He would like a traffic device installed now. Mayor Pro-Tern Dillard said the council was made aware of the problem by the citizens during their last visit to the council. Staff is looking into solutions and something will be done but it may not be as soon as the citizens would like. He thanked them for their input and directed staff to contact Mr. Bahr in an effort to keep the citizens informed. Bob Mitchell. 5064 Ashl0ck, outlined the programs supported by Lions Club. He also stated that they had exceeded their goal in last years "Sight First" campaign and raised $146 million worldwide. These funds will support camps, provide glasses and help educate people throughout the world in an effort to prevent blindness. He then asked council members to join the Lions Club at their pancake breakfast Saturday, October 21 at Morningside Elementary. Gary_ McGlure, 4925 Roberts, expressed his appreciation to Rob Burchard for his hard work and dedication on behalf of the city. He wished him continued success in his future. 3. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN'S WEEK - OCTOBER 16 - 20, 1995 Mayor Pro-Tem Dillard expressed his support of this group. He then read the proclamation and presented it to Ms Sue Gilbert, President of Trendsetters. She said the BPW (Business and Professional Women) was 76 years old and the local chapter had served the women of the community for six years. She issued an invitation to join them for a free luncheon this Friday at the Presbyterian Church. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH - OCTOBER, 1995 Denton County Friends of the Family requested this proclamation. Mayor Pro-Tem Dillard read the proclamation. 4. PRESENTATION BY TEXAS NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION COMMISSION REGARDING THE CLEAN TEXAS 2000 PROGRAM Kevin Tuerff from TNRCC explained the Clean Texas 2000 program as strictly voluntary. They have watched the many programs implemented by The Colony which have contributed to the reduction of solid waste by recycling used oil recycling, office paper, etc. These programs have established The Colony as a city committed to improving the environment. He then read the Award Certificate recognizing The Colony as a member city of the Clean Texas 2000 program. He stated there are only 47 cities in the state who have this designation. He also presented a road sign designating the city a member of the program. Councilman Hardin expressed her appreciation of Janice Brady, Recycling Coordinator for the work she has done. Mayor Pro-Tern Dillard also thanked Ms Brady and the dtizens for making it work. 5. PUBLIC HEARING ON APPLICATION OF STEVEN HOUGHTON, SECURGARD SELF STORAGE, FOR A CHANGE IN ZONING ON PROPERTY CURRENTLY ZONED GENERAL RETAIL, SEEKING TO AMEND THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY SO AS TO GIVE THE FOH.OWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A MINI-STORAGE WAREHOUSE AND NIGHT WATCHMAN'S QUARTERS NORTH OF COUGAR A! J.EY, ON THE EAST SIDE OF F.M. 423 (MAIN STREET) Sam Chavez, City Planner, stated the Planning and Zoning Commission had reviewed this request at their September 12 meeting and recommend approval with some stipulations. Motion to open public hearing - Burchard; second - Heiman. All ayes. Mr. Steve Houghton, the owner and developer of the property provided pictures and a brochure of other developments they have in operation which outline the facilities. He said the mini-storage use has changed from a commercial looking building in a commercial area to service/retail business which can be located in any area. He stated he has gone door to door in the neighborhood to see if there were any objections and answer any questions. Councilman Burchard asked if this project would be different from the ones in the pictures. Mr. Houghton said they had stopped using chain link fencing and would only use wrought iron. There would also be a slightly altered cupola on the top of the building and they were using a different weather vane on each location. Councilman Burchard stated this was a superior project but he had a problem with the location on Main Street which is a main corridor to our city. Discussion continued concerning best use of the property and the site plan of the project in connection with surrounding properties. Mr. Chavez stated that no other property owners had submitted site plans for their projects at this time. Motion to close public hearing - Dillard; second - Burchard. All ayes. 6. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE COMPRESSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY BY GRANTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A MINI-STORAGE WAREHOUSE AND NIGHT WATCHMAN'S QUARTERS UPON THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY CURRENTLY ZONED GENERAL RETAIL 7 NORTH OF COUGAR ALLEY, ON THE EAST SIDE OF F.M. 423 (MAIN STREET) Motion to approve the ordinance - Longo; second - I-Ieiman. Motion carried with all ayes. Councilman Heiman stated this was a good project. Mr. Chavez said the stipulations would include no pole lighting, additional landscaping and all brick exterior. Additionally, the developer will put in the sidewalk. Motion carried with aH ayes. 7. RECEIVE PRESENTATION FROM THE COLONY BAY DEVELOPMENT GROUP REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF A MARINA IN THE COLONY The City Council set a deadline of October 16 for The Colony Bay Development Group to present required documentation regarding the financing and construction of a marina in The Colony. Ms Patti Hicks, Acting City Manager, said she had spoken with Mr. Norm Becker on Friday afternoon. At that time he had no information available. She has heard nothing further from them and there is no one present from the Development Group. 8. CONSENT AGENDA A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL MEETINGS HELD OCTOBER 2 AND 9, 1995 Motion to approve minutes. Heiman; second - Burchard. Motion carried with all ayes. B. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXTENSION OF THE EXISTING CABIJ~ TELEVISION FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES, DBA, TCI CABLEVISION OF NORTH TEXAS FOR A PERIOD OF 30 DAYS Motion to approve Resolution - Heiman; second - Burchard. Motion carried with all ayes. C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH DENTON COUNTY FOR FIRE AND AMBULANCE SERVICES Motion to approve Resolution - Heiman; second - Burchard. Motion carried with all ayes. D. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE GRANT APPLICATION FOR A DARE OFFICER AND PI.EDGING SUPPORT OF THE PROGRAM 8 Motion to approve Resolution - Heiman; second - Burchard. Motion carried with all ayes. E. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING THE MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AS THE ADVISORY COMMITFEE FOR THE IMPACT FEE ORDINANCE UPDATE AND AS THE STEERING COMMITFEE FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Motion to approve Appointments - Heiman; second - Burehard. Motion carried with all ayes. F. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTING WAYNE BUILARD TO PLACE ONE ON THE LIBRARY BOARD The resignation of Mr. Ken Wood left a vacancy on the Library Board. Councilman Hardin asked why Mr. Bullard, Alternate 2 would be appointed in place of Ms Patricia Riggs, Alternate 1. She stated this was the method used in the past and she was unaware of the need to write a letter requesting appointment. Ms Hicks, Acting City Manager, said their was no set procedure. She had spoken with Ms Riggs but had heard nothing further from her concerning the appointment. There was apparently a misunderstanding. Mr. Bullard had requested consideration in writing. She suggested the council may wish to interview both parties again before making an appointment. Councilman Hardin said she didn't think it necessary as both have already been interviewed and appointed. Ms Patricia Riggs spoke saying this might seem a petty matter to some, but it was not to her. She indicated that she had missed meetings of the board in the past due to poor health. She felt embarrassed that council had received written notice of her absences but that she had never received any indication of a problem. She would like to serve on the board as a regular member. Mayor Manning expressed his concern over the miscommunication. He believes there were no personal motives involved and is disappointed that it came to this. Councilman Burchard asked Ms Riggs if her health was improved and she indicated she was much better and her health would not be a problem with serving. Motion to appoint Patricia Riggs as regular member of the Library Board - Longo; second - Hardin. Motion carried with the following roll call vote: Longo - aye; Watts - Abstain; Hardin - aye; Burchard - aye; Dillard - aye; Heiman - No; Manning. aye. G. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING CHAFFER 11, RELATING TO THE LIBRARY BOARD, CHAPTER 14 RELATING TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD, CHAPTER 17, RELATING TO THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AND CHAPTER 21 OF APPENDIX A RELATING TO THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AND APPEALS, BY EXTENDING THE LENGTH OF TIME A MEMBER MAY SERVE AS CHAIRMAN OF A BOARD 9 Councilman Hardin requested further clarification of the current system and the new one. Ms Hicks stated that currently, board members may only serve one year as chairman without one year between. The Board of Adjustment and Appeals meets so seldom that a chairman could serve one year and never chair a meeting. The change allows a member to serve as chairman for two consecutive years. This allows for more continuity on the boards. Motion to approve ordinance - Burchard; second - Hardin. Motion passed with all ayes. H. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN THE ANNUAL SAI~ARY OF THE CITY SECRETARY/DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Motion to approve salary increase - Heiman; second - Burchard. Motion carried with aH ayes. 9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROPRIATE ACTION REGARDING BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A LAB BUILDING AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT Bids were received and opened publicly on October 5, 1995. All bids were over the amount budgeted therefore, staff is recommending rejection of all bids and authorization to re-bid the project. Motion to reject bids and authorize re-bid of project - Longo; second - Heiman. Motion passed with all ayes. 10. CITY MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS Fire Chief Van Morrison reminded everyone of Fire Fest this Saturday, October 21. He showed a video of last year's event and the crowds. As last year was the first time, they had hoped maybe 100 children would attend with their parents. They were overwhelmed with a response of approximately 250 children with parents. This year there will be more groups present from other community fire departments and DENCO 911. The police department will be fingerprinting the kids, McGmff will be present as well as Sparky and Pluggy. Everyone is invited to come out from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Ms Hicks said Mr. Smith will be back in the States October 21 and she will be out of the office attending the TML conference beginning the 24th. Lori Harlan, Economic Development Coordinator, said they have received one proposal from a private entity regarding construction of the Wynnewood Peninsula Golf Course. The EDC Board will be~n reviewing the proposal tomorrow evening. With no further business to address, Mayor Manning adjourned the meeting at 9:00 pm. 10 APPROVED: William W. Manning, Mayor ATFEST: Sandie Chance, Deputy City Secretary 11