HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/16/1997 City Council· MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
HELD ON
JUNE 16, 1997
The Regular Session of the City ~ouncil of the City of The Colony, Texas was called to order
at 7:30 p.m. on the 16th day of June, 1997, at City Hall with the following Council roll call:
Mary Blair Watts,, Mayor Present
Bill Longo, Councilmember Present
Bemetta Henville-Shannon, Councilmember Present
David Stanwick, Councilmember Present
Wilma Avey, Councilmember Present
John Dillard, Councilmember Present
Dave Kovatch, Ccuncilmember Present
and with seven present, a quorum was established and the following items were addressed:
INVOCATION - Bruce Scofield, First Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. MAYORAL COMMENTS
Mayor Watts introduced the new city manager, Lanny Lambert.
OLD BUSINESS - Not Addressed
2. CITIZEN INPUT
Sandy Sparks, 5236 Cool[ Cir. expressed concem about apartments being built so close
to the High School and stated she wanted no more liquor stores.
Larry_ Hall, 4849 Alta ¢'~aks Ct., representing The Colony Football Boosters invited
everyone to the Black and Gold golf tournament on July 14, 1997 at Brookhaven Country Club.
3. MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
PRESENTATION OF RECOGNITION TO FORMER MAYOR WILLIAM MANNING
City Secretary, Patti Hicks presented a plaque of appreciation to former Mayor Bill
Manning for his dedicated ser,,ice to the City during his tenure on council from January 1990
to May 1997. Dr. Manning theu thanked everyone for their support and presented Ms. Hicks
with a dozen yellow roses, asking her to accept them on behalf of all city employees. He then
praised the city employees' professionalism and dedication as well as all volunteers that have
helped the city to become what it is today. Dr. Manning closed by thanking his wife Laurie and
his family for their support during his tenure on council.
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PRESENTATION TO THE EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
Charmyne Crowe, Utility Administration, was presented with a plaque naming her as the
Employee of the Year. Other nominees included Jackie Carroll, Sam Chavez, Tony Johnston,
David Swain, Steve Westerfield, and Jan Williams.
PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AWARDS
Mayor Watts and Margaret Burkett presented the following employee awards: Kenny
Adamcik, 15 years; Ron Taylor and Don Owens - 10 years; Alan Brewer - 8 years; Don Draxlir,
Darren Brockway, Betty Phillips, Bobby Hollis - 5 years; Sl,.elxill Wilson - 3 years; Darlene
Baxter, James C. allison, Alvin Coughran, Duncan Osborne, Freida Henderson, Julian Herrera,
Bobby Merkey, Scott May, Randy Ball, Hershel Williams, 2 years.
DECLARING THE WEEK OF JUNE 16, 1997 AS PROSTATE CANCER
AWARENESS WEEK
Mayor Watts read the proclamation in it's entirety. It will be mailed to the Texas
Department of Health.
4. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TIlE CITY OF THE COLONY
ESTABLISHING THE CHILI COOK-OFF SPONSOF, ED BY THE CITY AND THE
LIONS CLUB AS AN ANNUAL EVENT
Resolution has been requested by The Colony Lions Club to show the City's continued
sponsorship of this event. Mayor Watts read the Resolution in it's entirety.
Motion to approve as written - Kovatch; second - Dillard, carried with all members voting
Aye.
5. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A PETITION OR PETITIONS
FOR NON-OPTIONAL EXTENDED AREA SERVICE; DESIGNATING A
REPRESENTATIVE; AUTHORIZING A JOINT AGREEMENT; AND URGING THE
PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION TO APPROVE THE PLAN AS PROPOSED
Southwestern Bell has proposed a new plan for teleph:~.~e service. This resolution will
express support of the city council for this new plan and will {. esignate County Comndssioner
Jeff Krueger as the designated representative for our area. Mvyor Watts read the caption of the
Resolution as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY,
TEXAS SUPPORTING NON-OPTIONAL EXTENDED AREA CALLING;
DESIGNATING A REPRESENTATIVE; AUTHORIZING A JOINT
AGREEMENT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
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Mayor Watts noted this will lower the rates of those customers with metro service and
will take about 12 - 18 months to accomplish.
Motion to approve as written -.Kovatch; second - Dillard, carried with all members voting
Aye.
6. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
AMENDING ITS COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ESTABLISHING
SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NUMBER 66; PROVIDING FOR A BEVERAGE STORE
UPON PROPERTY CURRENTLY ZONED FOR THE (BP) BUSINESS PARK
DISTRICT LOCATED WEST OF THE NORTHWEST INTERSECTION OF STATE
HIGHWAY 121 AND PAIGE ROAD
Public Hearing on this request was held June 2, 1997. Approval of this ordinance will
grant the request for a specific use permit for the sale of alcohol for off-premise consumption
for the Goody-Goody Beverage Store. Mr. Sam Chavez advised that the Planning and Zoning
Commission considered this request on May 13, 1997 and does recommend approval and
amended site plan subject to all staff stipulations. The amended site plan conforms with all
stipulations with the exception of the recommended front and side yard setbacks, however the
applicant has resubmitted a rex:ised site plan that conforms with all of the Commission's
stipulations. The structure has been reduced from 20, 174 square feet to 19,436 square feet.
Mayor Watts opened the floor for citizen input:
The following persons spoke against the approval of the Specific Use Permit for a
beverage store and stated their opposition to any more liquor stores on Highway 121.
Steve Sparks, 5236 Cootc Cir.; Lois LeBlanc, 5009 Ridgecrest; Gary McClure, 4925
Roberts; Jorge Diaz, 5809 Carroll; Roni Ellis, 5217 Arbor Glen; Terri Goebel, 5153 Ragan;
Bruce Scofield, 4517 Newport Dr.; Ron Price, 3062 Jamaica St., Dallas (D.I.S.D. board member);
Erik Logan, 7213 Ragan Pl.; Roy Winegar, 5500 Slay; Sandy Sparks, 5236 Cook Cir; Floyd
Romero, 5857 Baker Dr.
The attorney for the developer addressed the council, stating the city has voted to be a
wet city. We assume the citizens who spoke opposed the vote, but the majority of the city voted
it wet. The developer has complied with all requirements of the SUP and all requirements of
Planning and Zoning and we respectfully request the council to approve the SUP. We will be
a very good corporate citizen.
Councilman Stanwick asked Mr. Chavez if the applicant has complied with all zoning.
Mr. Chavez advised it has met all zoning and exceeds the Hwy 121 Corridor Standards. The SUP
process does not give the authority to regulate liquor, but the authority to regulate appearance
and location. Mr. Chavez said the applicant has met all requirements and that he believes the
only reason to deny this application is "alcohol". Councilman Stanwick asked Mr. Chavez if any
objective reasons to deny, i.e., traffic, had been voiced. Mr. Chavez said no, that the application
is compatible with adjacent land use. Mr. Chavez said the Planning and Zoning Commission is
a technical review body, reviewing codes, guidelines, etc. Councilman Stanwick said the only
way this issue will ever be resolved 100% is a wet/dry election, stating there is no legal basis
on which to deny this request. Councilman Longo said that since the city is being sued, he
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thinks now is the time to say "no comment".
Motion to deny the request for a specific use permit for the off-premise sale of alcohol,
including liquor, beer and wine - Longo; second - Kovalch, carried with the following
written ballot:
Aye - Longo, }tenville-Shannon, Avey, Kovatch, Watts
No - Stanwick, Dillard
7. PUBLIC HEARING ON APPLICATION OF THE CORNERSTONE A.M.E. CHURCH
SEEKING A ZONING CHANGE ON PROPERTY CURRENTLY ZONED (SC)
SHOPPING CENTER DISTRICT; REQUESTING A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR A
CHURCH; LOCATED EAST OF MORNING STAR DRIVE AND NORTH OF NORTH
COLONY BOULEVARD
The above named church has requested a specific use permit to build a church at the
above location. The public hearing is a time for council to hear input from the developer, staff
and citizens. Sam Chavez stated that the Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended
approval of the amended specific use permit and related site plan for the church subject to all
staff stipulations. Mr. Chavez said the original SUP was granted in 1993, however, the applicant
has revised the approved site plan, thus requiring this proposed amendment.
Gerald Perry, 5029 Clover Valley, the designer of the plan also recommended approval.
Two members of the church, Rowena Barnes and Wilena Barnes spoke in favor of the SUP.
8. APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY AMENDING
ITS COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE; AMENDING THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP ON A TRACT OF LAND CURRENTLY ZONED (SC) SHOPPING
CENTER DISTRICT; REVOKING SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NUMBER 52 AS
ESTABLISHED BY ORDINANCE NUMBER 833 ON DECEMBER 20, 1993; AND
ESTABLISHING A NEW SPECIFIC USE PERMIT NUMBER 52 PROVIDING FOR
A CHURCH UPON PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN
Motion to approve subject to all staff stipulations - Kovatch; second - Longo, carried with
all members voting Aye.
9. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A SITE PLAN FOR WESTGATE COLONY
CAR WASH
This item has been reviewed by Planning and Zoning m~d they have recommended denial,
based on the number of proposed driveways. However, the applicant has amended his site plan
to comply with their recommendation. The placement of the driveway eliminates the construction
of a second driveway on the southern lot and will require a continuous fn:e lane along the
perimeter of any structure on the southern lot. With the exception of the number of trees
required within the landscape buffer, placement of the sidewalk and labeling of the fire lane, the
site plan conforms with staff's stipulations. The council may overturn the P&Z recommendation
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with a 3/4 (or 6-1) vote.
Tom Cravens, 5212 Reed, representing the developer, stated that the city's design
standards called for 2 driveways and that is why the plan was presented with 2 driveways. He
said they have amended the plan and it complies with all staff stipulations. General discussion
followed regarding the site.
Councilman Avey asked if there was a sign. Mr. Chavez said there would be a sign and
it will comply with the sign ordinance.
Motion to approve with staff stipulations and as amended by the applicant regarding
driveways - Dillard; second - Stanwick.
Councilman Kovatch asked why this was denied and not just postponed. Mr. Chavez
explained that the applicant thought it would give more flexibility to accept the denial and bring
a modified plan to the council. Discussion about landscaping between the car wash and the
church. Mr. Cravens explained there would be a landscape screen between them. The structure
will be all brick. Councilman Avey asked about the property to the south and east and Mr.
Cravens stated there is no user to the south and the church is to the east. Councilman Avey
asked about R.O.W. along F.M. 423 and Mr. Chavez said that would be addressed with the next
agenda item. Councilman Dillard asked for a clarification of "Masonry". Mr. Chavez named
several materials that are considered masonry besides brick.
Motion amended to included screening between the church and the car wash - Dillard;
second - Stanwick, failed with the following roll call vote:
Aye - Longo, Stanwick, Dillard
No - ltenville-Shannon, Avey, Kovatch, Watts
10. CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT FOR THE WESTGATE COLONY CAR WASH
ADDITION
At this time, the applicant withdrew his request for the Final plat due to the failure of the
previous item. Mr. Chavez advised the council needed to take action or the plat would
automatically be considered approved within 30 days.
Motion to deny the final plat - Kovatch; Second- Longo, carried all members voting Aye.
11. CONSIDERATION OF A FINAL PLAT FOR THE RIDGEPOINTE PHASE 4
ADDITION
Final plat for this site has been reviewed by Planning and Zoning who has recommended
approval. Mr. Sam Chavez stated that staff stipulations include deletion of No. 4 (dedication of
Lot 1, Block V) due to future pending park grant application processing. The applicant has
revised the plat and it conforms with all staff and Commission stipulations.
Tim House with Matthe,vs-Southwest explained a slight change in the plat regarding
dedication of an access easement immediately west of Lot 25. Discussion regarding platting of
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Phase lA and 2B. Mr. Chavez explained that Standridge Dr. was platted entirely in Phase lA
and 2B. Matthews Southwest will build it to Office Creek and Centex will build it from Office
Creek to St. Hwy. 121. Number of lots was clarified as 64. Councilman Henville-Shannon said
scale marks should be provided on all maps.
Councilman Avey questioned the width of lots. Mr. Clmvez said all have been checked
and they are all 60' or above. Mr. Chavez said he agrees with the change presented by Mr.
House.
Motion to approve the Final Plat with all staff stipulations and the alternate plan as
presented by the developer - Dillard; second - Kovatch; carried with the following roll call
vote:
Aye - Longo, Stanwick, Dillard, Kovatch, Watts
No - Henville-Shannon, Avey
12. PUBLIC HEARING ON APPLICATION OF TIM HOUSE, 121-RIDGEPOINTE, LTD,
FOR A ZONING CHANGE ON PROPERTY, CURRENTLY ZONED (A)
AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO PROVIDE FOR (SF-4) SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT UPON PROPERTY LOCATED WEST OF F.M. 423 AND
STANDRIDGE DRIVE; ADJACENT TO LAKE LEWISVILLE
Applicant has requested a zoning change on the above described property. The public
hearing is for council to receive input from the developer, staff and citizens. There were no
comments from the public or the council.
13. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF A REPLAT ON LOT 2R, BLOCK 1 OF
ECKERD'S ADDITION; AS REQUESTED BY DR. JAN1E DUKE; ON PROPERTY
LOCATED WEST OF THE SOUTHWEST INTERSECTION OF N. COLONY
BOULEVARD AND F.M. 423
The applicant is requesting approval of a replat subdividing Lot 2R into two (2) lots.
Planning and Zoning has reviewed this request and does recommend approval. Mr. Chavez said
the right-of-way on N. Colony to the west varies and part of the frontage of this property is only
100'. It should be 120' to match the others. Mr. Chavez said the city will work with the
applicant and the engineer to establish the center line. This property will be developed as one-
story office building. The applicant has agreed to donate all the necessary right-of-way.
Motion to approve with all staff stipulations - Kovatch; second - Stanwick, carried with all
members voting Aye.
14. CONSIDERATION OF A FINAL PLAT ON THE OFFICE CREEK ADDITION,
REQUESTED BY STEPHEN WILLIAMSON, MOCKINGBIRD DEVELOPMENT,
LTD., LOCATED SOUTH OF RIDGEPOINTE DRIVE, ON THE WEST SIDE OF F.M.
423
The applicant is requesting approval of a final plat on the above described property. On
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May 5, 1997, council approved an ordinance granting a specific use permit for a full service car
wash at this location. Planning and Zoning has reviewed this request and does recommend
approval. Mr. Chavez advised this final plat is for the future location of the Lone Star Car Wash
and Auto Lube Center. The council approved a specific use permit on May 5, 1997 for this use.
Councilman Henville-Shannon asked how the easement is dedicated and Mr. Mundt stated
it is done by plat.
Motion to approve with all staff stipulations - Stanwick; second - Kovatch.
Councilman Avey asked if the easement is being dedicated now with the plat and Mr.
Mundt said it is included in this plat.
Motion carried with all members voting Aye.
15. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DIRECTING
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE REVENUE BONDS
On June 9, 1997 the council authorized proceeding with the preparation to issue revenue
bonds for water system improvements. This is the first action in the process to issue revenue
bonds, the proposed use for which, is to fund the Eastvale water system improvements, a water
tower on the Billingsley property south of 121 and on Wynnewood Peninsula to the north.
Mr. Tony Johnston advised the council that the figures he has been given are higher than
previously projected and recommended postponing this item so the Finance Committee can
review. The Finance Committee will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 19.
Motion to postpone until June 23, 1997 - Dillard; second - Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
16. CONSENT AGENDA
A. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
MEETINGS HELD MAY 19, JUNE 7, AND 10, 1997
Motion to approve the minutes as written - Dillard; second - Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
B. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING
TEXT OF THE LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE
The public hearing on this ordinance was held June 2, 1997. Mr. Chavez gave the
background of the amendment, which was initiated on October 8, 1996 and resulted in numerous
continuances in order to thorougLly review the existing text and the proposed amendments. The
proposed amendments simplify the ordinance for the purposes of administration but still maintain
high landscaping standards. Mr. Chavez responded to several questions from Councilman
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Henville-Shannon. After discussion the ordinance was approved as follows:
Motion to approve the ordinance as written - Dillard; second Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
C. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING
TEXT OF THE TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE
The public hearing on this ordinance was held June 2, 1997. Mr. Chavez advised he had
amended 17B-400A (4) per Councilman Stanwick's recommendation. Mr. Chavez responded
to questions from Councilman Henville-Shannon. After discussion, amendment was agreed on
in Section 17B-200A(4) to require minimum removal of trees in construction sites.
Motion to approve the ordinance as amended - Henville-Shannon; second - Stanwick,
carried with the following roll call vote:
Aye - Longo, Henville-Shannon, Stanwick, Avey, Watts
No - Dillard, Kovatch
D. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
THE COLONY AMENDING CHAPTER 4 AMUSEIvlENTS BY THE ADDITION OF
ARTICLE V REQUIRING PERMITS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
First reading of this ordinance was June 2, 1997. Councilman Avey asked if the city is
included in this ordinance and Mr. Bormann said some of the e,,ents are already covered in other
areas of the code and others will be covered by this ordinance. Councilman Avey asked where
this ordinance says the city is excluded from this, going on to say if the council wants the city
to be excluded, then that's O.K.
Mr. Bormann said the ordinance is very general and the policy is more specific. He said
he doesn't want to add more bureaucracy to the system. This ordinance is to cover events not
covered by another branch of our government. Councilman ^ vey said this leaves questions to
the citizens.
Motion to deny the ordinance - Avey- dies lack of second
Chief Joe Clark advised one reason for the ordinance is problems with concerts at
churches in residential areas. They sometimes violate the noise ordinance, but we don't really
want to cite them for that. There needs to be an exemption, therefore it was written generally
to cover any event. It is open to interpretation, but at some point, council has to trust staff to
do their job. Councilman Avey said she does trust staff, but she wants more specifics in the
ordinance.
Motion to approve as written - Stanwick; second - Kovatch, carried with the following roll
call vote:
Aye - Longo, Stanwick, Dillard, Kovatch
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No - Henville-Shalmon, Avey, Watts
E. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
AMENDING ITS COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ESTABLISHING
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NUMBER 15 ON A TRACT OF LAND CURRENTLY
ZONED (A) AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR (SF-4) SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT UPON PROPERTY LOCATED WEST OF F.M.
423 AND STANDRIDGE DRIVE; ADJACENT TO LAKE LEWISVILLE; AND
AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
Following the public hearing (Item No. 12) the council may take action to approve this
request. Councilman Avey clarified that this is approving a new P.D.
Motion to approve subject to all staff stipulations, recommendations, with dwelling unit
square footage of a nfinimum of 1600 square feet - Avey; second - Henville-Shannon carried
with all members voting Aye.
F. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF THE COLONY
AMENDING ITS COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ESTABLISHING
SPECIFIC USE PERM1T NUMBER 65; PROVIDING FOR A CHURCH UPON
PROPERTY CURRENTLY ZONED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 1 FOR THE (SF)
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT LOCATED WEST OF F.M. 423; ON
THE NORTH SIDE OF W. LAKE HIGHLANDS DRIVE AND MORE SPECIFICALLY
AT 4627 W. LAKE HIGHLANDS DRIVE; AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING
MAP
Following a public hearing held June 2, 1997, the council may take action to approve this
request by Grace Community Chapel.
Motion to approve the ordinance as written - Dillard; second - Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
G. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION NOMINATING OLIVE STEPHENS
TO SERVE ANOTHER TERM ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR DENCO
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Ms. Olive Stephens has served on the board for several years and with approval of this
resolution the council will nominate her for another two year term.
Motion to approve the resolution as written - Dillard; second - Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
H. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE EXISTING
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BOUNDARY BETWEEN DENTON COUNTY AND TARRANT COUNTY; OPPOSING
TARRANT COUNTY'S LAWSUIT TO TAKE LAND FROM DENTON COUNTY'S
BORDERS
The City has been asked to pass a resolution supporting Denton County's position in a
dispute over the boundary between Denton County and Tan'ant County. The Chamber
of Commerce has been asked for support as well and has agreed to do so.
Motion to approve the resolution as written - Dillard; second - Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
I. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION REPEALING RESOLUTIONS 78-02
AND 84-02 WHICH ADOPTED AND AMENDED THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
RESPECTIVELY
The City Council approved an ordinance adopting the Comprehensive Plan on June 2,
1997. At that time, the city attorney pointed out that a resolution repealing the above
named resolutions should be adopted.
Motion to approve the resolution as written - Dillard; second - Kovatch, carried with all
members voting Aye.
J. CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT FOR THE HIRING OF
THREE COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICERS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
In February of 1997, the council authorized the application for the above named grant.
The Police Department has received approval and now is requesting the council's acceptance of
the grant to complete the process of staff'mg the last three officers.
Motion to accept the grant - Dillard; second - Kovatch.
Chief Clark stated that Councilman Kovatch has pushed for this grant and he apologized for late
changes due to information received from the Federal Government. He said this is renewable
every 3 years, but it is very unlikely that it will ever be denied by the Government.
Councilman Dillard asked about budget impact. Mr. Johnston said this is a very good
way to stretch our budget dollars and provide good services. He said this allows us to look at
other issues (in the budget), noting the city is growing rapidly and with these employees, the
police department will have adequate staff. Continuing, Mr. Johnston said the grant allows the
city to budget for personnel incrementally and reiterated that we need to add people as soon as
possible.
Councilman Longo said he had no problem with this, but thinks a retreat is needed to talk
about the f'mancial picture with the new city manager.
Chief Clark said we might lose the grant if we postpone it. Mr. Lambert said he always
supports grants and noted we would probably be doing this in 3 years anyway. Chief Clark
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stated the CSO officers will save the city money. Councilman Kovatch said we should add these
people now rather than later.
Councilman Avey asked the duties of the CSO. Chief Clark responded. Councilman
Dillard called the question. Vote was taken as follows:
Motion carried with all members voting Aye.
17. DISCUSSION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN
Councilman Henville-Shannon requested to have this item placed on the June 23, 1997
agenda for action to amend the Comprehensive Plan. There was consensus.
At the request of Councilman Bemetta Henville-Shannon, this item is being brought back
for discussion.
18. CITY MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS
Mayor Watts and the council thanked Sam Chavez for his hard work and wished him well
in his new position.
Chief Clark - reported on the current weather conditions. He advised that cable Channel
6 was out some during the council meeting. He also asked for consensus from the council to
apply for another grant to purchase radios. There was council consensus to pursue this grant.
The Chief also reported on a sting operation over the week-end in which 4 employees of various
businesses were arrested for selling alcohol and/or tobacco to minors.
Patti Hicks asked about the upcoming meeting schedule:
6-19-97 - Bond Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
6-23-97 - Special Session to discuss the following items
1. Funding for future capital projects
2. Wynnewood Lease
3. Reconsider Centennial SUP for convenience store (per attorney)
4. Action re: Comprehensive Plan
7-7-97 - Next regular session
7-14-97 - Work Session
1. Carver Policy
2. City Manager objectives
Councilman Avey advised she would be out of town on July 14. Other dates were
discussed.
Mr. Lambert said he thinks the council needs to hold an all day retreat. After much
discussion it was determined an all day retreat was not feasible at this time. A retreat was
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scheduled for June 30, 1997 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Hidden Cove Park Dining Hall (if
available) for council and staff to discuss roles and goals. Planner applications are coming in.
Mr. Lambert asked the council if they wished him to pursue hiring an Economic
Development Coordinator. He said he understands there is a surplus of $300,000 in the budget
right now. He said the proposed salary would be $60,000 - $65,000 plus benefits. He said he
had been told (by council members) that Betty McKean, one of the city manager applicants,
would possibly be a good choice for this position. All the council agreed he should pursue this
matter.
With no further business to address, Mayor Watts adjourned the meeting at 10:56 p.m.
APPROVED:
Mary Bla~Watts, ~]layor .....
ATTEST:
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Patti A. Hicks, TRMC, City Secretary