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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF COUNCIL
HELD ON
OCTOBER 18, 1999
The REGULAR SESSION of the CITY COUNCIL of the City of The Colony, Texas was called to
order at 7:00 P.M. on the 18th day of October 1999, at City Hall, with the following roll call:
Bill Manning, Mayor Present
John Gordon, Councilmember Absent (personal)
Lewis Jue, Councilmember Present
David Stanwick, Councilmembcr Present
A1 Garcia, Councilmember Present
John Dillard, Councilmember Present
Jeff Meyers, Councilmember Present
A quorum was established and the following items were addressed:
ITEM DESCRIPTION SOURCE STATUS
1.0 ROUTINE ANNOUNCEMENTS, RECOGNITIONS
AND PROCLAMATIONS:
Call to Order Manning
Invocation - Lanny Lambert, City Manager
Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag Manning
Salute to the Texas Flag
Mayoral Proclamation declaring National Business Manning
Women's Week
1.1 Mayor Manning read the proclamation and presented it
to Lynn Taylor, representing the Trendsetters Chapter of
the Business and Professional Women's Association.
Presentation of TAAF Awards Swain
David Swain assisted Mayor Manning in presenting an
award to Meaghan Bibby, TAAF Female Athlete of the
Year, and Nick Baggett, TAAF Male Athlete of the Year.
The Parks and Recreation Department also received a
TAAF Region IV Member City Award. Mr. Swain
announced that The Colony has won their bid against
Lancaster and Houston to host the 2001 TAAF Girls State
Basketball Tournament.
1.2 Citizen Input
Roy Winegar. 5500 Slav Drive, presented information
to the council which indicates that the property on which
the Centennial Convenience Store and Liquor Store may be
on property which was not in the city limits at the time the
City held a wet/dry election. He advised that it appears the
city has issued a specific use permit for the sale of alcohol
on property located in a "dry" area.
- Commissioner Jeff Krucg~r presented the city with a
check in the amount of $90,000 from Denton County for
their share of the relocation of the water and gas lines on
the Josey Lane extension project.
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2.0 CONSENT AGENDA
2.1 Consideration of approval of the minutes of the council Hicks/
meetings held September 27 and October 4, 1999; and Devlin
amendment of the July 12, 1999 minutes
Motion to approve the minutes as presented-Stanwick;
second-Dillard, carried with all ayes.
2.2 Review and consideration of council expenditures for the Council
month of September
After brief discussion regarding the expenditure to
sponsor a table at the Lewisville Education Foundation
Gala, the council approved the amount of $650.00.
Motion to approve the expenditures as presented-
Dillard; second-Meyers, carried with all ayes.
2.3 Consideration of authorizing purchase of computer Sparkman/
equipment for the police department Camerlin
Motion to approve the expenditure as presented-
Stanwick; second-Dillard, carried with all ayes.
2.4 Consideration of authorizing renewal of an administrative Ramsey
services contract with The Colony Economic Development
Board (4A)
Motion to approve the contract as presented -
Stanwick; second - Dillard carried with all ayes.
2.5 Consideration of authorizing an expenditure of $5,517.50 Ramsey
by the Economic Development Corporation (4A) for the
final balance due on the relocation of the water line for the
Josey Lane extension
Motion to approve the expenditure as presented-
Stanwick; second-Dillard, carried with all ayes.
3.0 REGULAR AGENDA:
3.1 Receive report and consideration of appropriate action Jacobs
regarding the State Highway 121 Bypass mainlanes
Commissioner Sandy Jacobs gave a presentation to the
council regarding her efforts to move up the construction
schedule of the Hwy. 121 mainlanes. She advised that the
State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) loan was included in thc
ISTEA legislation in 1994, which allowed federal money to
be sent down to the states to pay for improvements.
Payment on the principle is not required until 5 years after
completion and the interest rate is 4.5%. Commissioner
Jacobs stated that cities along the 121 corridor are being
asked to participate in this project. The Colony's share is
$1.3 million, to be paid in annual payments over a 5-year
period. The first payment would be due in the 2000-2001
fiscal year. Finance Director, Tony Johnston, said it would
be no problem including that amount in our budget next
year to pay for such a huge amount of infrastructure for our
city.
Motion to approve the expenditure of $1.3 million for
The Colony's portion of the SIB loan for the 121
mainlanes, to be paid in 5-year annual payments, with
the first payment being due October, 2000-Stanwick;
second-Dillard, carried with all ayes.
3.2 Consideration of a resolution setting forth standards Johnston/
relative to the awarding of contracts by the City and by Sparkman
entities created by the City for the acquisition of goods and
services with persons and entities whose principal place of
business is located with the city
Bob Sparkman, Purchasing Agent, outlined the
amendments to the current policy. Mayor Manning said
that all things being equal, he would like to see the city go
with a local vendor whenever possible. Mr. Sparkman
agreed stating that is what is allowed by State law. A few
minor amendments were recommended by council to the
policy and to the invitation to bidders.
Motion to approve the resolution as amended-Dillard;
second-Garcia, carried with all ayes.
3.3 Public Hearing and consideration of an ordinance regarding Persaud
a request for approval of a specific use permit for an indoor
amusement and video arcade to be located in Suite #350 of
the shopping center zoning district at the southwest comer
of S. Colony Blvd. and Paige Rd.
Mayor Manning opened the public hearing. Mr.
Persaud gave a brief background on this request. Mayor
Manning stated that he does not want the same type of
arcade that was in the city several years ago, noting that it
created many problems. He said he is for economic
development, but that he cannot vote in favor of something
that may be a detriment to the city.
Jeff Ogden. 5052 S. Colony, asked if this business
would have 8 liners. Bryan Burger, representing the
arcade, advised there would be no 8 liners, only games
such as you would see at a "Dave & Buster". He said they
will target anyone age 16-50 and that no one under the age
of 18 would be admitted after 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Manning said he believes a sworn officer would
be needed during evening hours. Mr. Burger said they plan
on a minimum of 2 persons on duty during the evenings.
They will sell soft drinks, snacks, etc. but there will be no
cooking.
Councilman Stanwick asked the city attorney what kind
of stipulation could be placed on the SLIP regarding
operations of this building. He specifically wanted to know
if an adult could be required to be there at all times and if
security could be required. Mr. John Hill advised the city
can place any requirement in the ordinance, but if it is not
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related to land use, then it may not be enforceable. He
further advised the council that these types of machines are
regulated by the State. He further stated that the Attorney
General's office has declared that 8 liners are illegal in
Texas.
Mr. Burger said this is the first facility of this type for
this company, stating they have bingo facilities throughout
the state. He said they are willing to work with the city and
the police department to make the place safe.
Mr. Jeff Ogden asked if the city would allow him to put
in a business with 8 liners. Mayor Manning said we would
not allow anything that is illegal.
With no further input, Mayor Manning closed the public
hearing.
Motion to deny the request for a specific use permit-
Stanwick; second-Dillard, carried with all ayes.
8:15 p.m. Mayor Manning left the meeting.
3.4 Consideration of approval of a site plan for Denton Area Persaud
Teacher's Credit Union
Motion to approve the site plan with staff and P&Z
stipulations and an additional stipulation that traffic
flow striping be added at the northwest corner-
Stanwick; second-Garcia, carried with aH ayes.
3.5 Consideration of adoption of a resolution directing Johnston
publication of notice of intention to issue certificates of
obligation
Motion to approve the resolution as presented-
Stanwick; second-Garcia, carried with aH ayes.
8:20 p.m. Mayor Manning returned to the meeting.
3.6 Consideration of adoption of a resolution declaring official Johnston
intent to reimburse certain expenditures made prior to the
issuance of tax-exempt obligations
Motion to approve the resolution as presented-Garcia;
second-Dillard, carried with all ayes.
3.7 Consideration of authorizing the City Manager to seek Lambert
proposals for the production of a city web page
Councilman Stanwick suggested adding a third option
for pricing: Perform system administrative duties and to
add a requirement that bidders must include a minimum of
3 web sites they have been involved with.
Motion to approve the minutes as presented-Meyers;
second-Stanwick, carried with all ayes.
3.8 Consideration of nomination to serve on the Denton
Central Appraisal District Review Board - No action
4.0 CITY MANAGER AND STAFF REPORTS
Patti Hicks reported:
· Allies Day is October 20
· December 2 is the volunteer recognition banquet
· Haunted Hayride October 22 and 23 at Hidden Cove
Park
Lanny Lambert reported:
· Clean up day was a success with at least forty 40-yard
dumpsters of trash and debris removed.
· Street improvement work session on October 25, 1999
5.0 DISCUSSION ITEMS:
5.1 Y2K Briefing Lambert
Mr. Lambert gave a brief overview of the preparations
being made for Y2K. Van Morrison is the official contact
person. Mayor Manning asked that an up to date packet be
in the Library for the public's information.
5.2 City Hall/Library Project Hicks
Total expenditure through September 30 is $1,782,784.
Tentative move in is planned for the last week in
November.
5.3 Other
843: p.m. Recess
8:55 p.m.
6.0 EXECUTIVE SESSION AS AUTHORIZED BY
SECTION 551.072 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE:
A. JNC Property Lambert
9:25 p.m.
9:26 p.m. Reconvene
6.1 Consideration of any appropriate action to be taken as a
result of the executive session
Motion to authorize the city staff to give a counter offer
to JNC-Stanwick; second-Garcia, carried with a
unanimous roll call vote.
With no further business to address, Mayor Manning adjourned the meeting at 9:28 p.m.
OVED: xWilliam W. M~nning, Mayor
ATTEST:
Patti A. Hicks, TRMC/CMC/AAE
City Secretary